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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1976
Page
9
The Sun invites readers to send letters under a policy that requires signatures and adherence to taste. Editors reserve the right to edit shorten or delete portions as needed and will withhold names upon request.
Las Vegas residents teachers and parents condemn the Color McCarran booklet. Clark County educators claim costly publishing insulted young children and demand disclosure of authorizing body and funding sources for the publication.
Barbara Bernabei notes public anger over Lorenzi Park damage and urges enforcement of littering laws. Richard Jullerat runs a recreation program for handicapped children at the park and credits ongoing cleanup, daily maintenance, and community pride.
The piece argues U S military readiness lags behind Soviet forces with vastly more Russian tanks ships and aircraft available. It accuses Henry Kissinger and the SAS treaty of disarming the U S while arming the USSR and calls for political change to boost U S defense priorities.
Citizens argue against spending on crime research. They urge law enforcement to apply known fixes rather than fund another costly study, claiming the root causes exist locally and require decisive action.
A Las Vegas hotel server expresses thanks for union aid while detailing struggles to cover basics like dental care and sick pay. She notes earning three dining-out meals per year and highlights the need for higher wages to support families and children.
The May 22 Martinez crash that killed 27 sparks a call for safer buses and limited busing. Advocates urge federal safety measures including heavy duty roll bars and restraint against mandatory or excessive voluntary busing to prevent future fatalities.
North Las Vegas officials began a remodeling plan for a neighborhood park at Caritas and Arrowhead Streets. After removing swings and a chain link fence, the area now hosts rough timber obstructions and vandalism with bottles and glass. Residents urge fences and lighting to restore safe child play.
A reader urges voters to demand clear statements from presidential aspirants on running mates. Citing Agnew and Eagleton moments, the letter argues the next president is a heartbeat away and asks legislators to address this before the primaries. Billie M. Cina signs off.
Dr R L Campbell voices alarm at federal reach into private medical files under PSRO law P L 92 603 and urges repeal via H R 2654 by Rep Crane to protect citizen confidentiality urging congressional action and senator pressure.
The proposal favors individual license registration for firearms instead of vehicle style gun registration. It requires safety testing and background checks to obtain a license, permits unlimited gun ownership, and restricts transfers to licensed buyers while reducing dealer paperwork.
Renae Deringer of Valley High School argues in favor of the Las Vegas Youth Council's process for selecting speakers and topics. She invites concerned readers to attend the next Youth Affairs Office meeting at 386 6211 to have their opinions heard.
A reflective critique laments the loss of imagination and aggressive leadership in American government. It argues candidates blur public questions under PR, with independents replaced by poll watchers, urging officials to make reasonably correct decisions rather than chase re elections.
A columnist ponders who will receive Richard Nixon's personal endorsement before the national convention. Nixon remains silent while Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan show little public concern, raising questions about posturing and party loyalty as primary wins add pressure.
The piece argues two bucket heads inflamed reaction leading to violence and a loss of compassion and leadership in the Marine Corps. It urges removing the military from politics and seeking peaceful solutions rather than war, stressing morality over brute strength.
Mary W. Davis writes in the Sun praising Howard Hughes posthumously. She disputes rumors of illegal dealings and unrecognized children, argues he provided jobs for Las Vegans, completed the Landmark Hotel, and donated millions for medical aid and research.
Southern Nevada Off-Road Enthusiasts sponsored a day at the races offering free car rides and refreshments for blind and visually handicapped youths. A benefit race raised 324 dollars for Friends for the Visually Handicapped, with families expressing thanks for SNORE's generosity.
A Southern Nevada Bicentennial message from its chairman reflects on mobilizing 185000 participants, hosting ARBA displays, and pride in national celebration. He notes international interest after a European trip and cites 70 countries taking part in the U S Bicentennial effort while urging broader citizen participation.
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