Mild Civil Rights bill and gaming licensing urged by governor
The governor’s call for a special legislative session includes revenue measures a stronger Civil Rights act and authorizing gaming authorities to waive stockholder license checks for large gaming ventures. The piece argues mild Civil Rights work poorly and cites riots brutality and frustration as reasons for firmer action. It notes opposition to intrusive investigations for large hotel and casino investments and hints at Nevada comparisons.
Nevada's Maude Frazier Dies Former lieutenant governor
Maude Frazier, notable Nevada teacher and former lieutenant governor, died at her home on Ballard Drive. A Las Vegas post office employee and roomer, Jack McCloskey, found her body about 9:30 am. Deputy coroner ruled death from natural causes, estimating time of death around 2 a.m.
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Officials mourn Miss Maude Frazier death in Nevada
Public officials and educators express shock at the Las Vegas death of Miss Maude Frazier. Governor Grant Sawyer leads mourners, noting her rise as lieutenant governor and longtime public educator. Fellow educators call her an outstanding figure in education and a trusted colleague, while colleagues recall a colorful, contributing life.
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Burton jokes about marrying Elizabeth Taylor
Richard Burton told a London newspaperman he planned to marry Elizabeth Taylor but added they would not marry each other. Taylor remained silent while Burton joked on the set of a new film.
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Wreck kills Nevada athletics chief in Des Moines crash
John P. Jack Tighe 37 Reno head of the Nevada Athletic Commission was killed when a rain slicked Des Moines street crash involved his car. Four others injured include driver Roger Kent Guiles 17 of La Honda California with lacerations and possible internal injuries.
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Castro Foes Reinforced With Arms
The Cuban Revolutionary Council said exile commandos landed on the Cuban coast before dawn with large quantities of arms for anti-C Castro rebels. Some sources indicated few men actually landed, but the plan aimed to reinforce rebels in Cuba with weapons. Havana officials withheld dispatch details as communication between the U S and Cuba remained normal.
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Profumo Convicted of Grave Contempt in Sex Scandal
In London the House of Commons censured former War Minister John Profumo for lying to Parliament about his affair with Christine Keeler. The motion offered a reprimand with no penalties. Scotland Yard provided 24 hour security for Miss Keeler amid threats and she faced further questioning.
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Sinking of the Thresher blamed on pipe failure
The Navy attributed the submarine disaster to a pipe rupture that allowed flood water to overwhelm the engine room sinking the Thresher with 129 lives aboard during deep sea trials off the New England coast. Reactor auto shut down after a sequence of mishaps as the sub flooded and sank.
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Strategy to steer Civil Rights bill from Eastland committee
Senate Democrats plan to move Kennedy civil rights proposals to friendlier committees to bypass James Eastland's Judiciary panel. Assistant Leader Hubert Humphrey said hearings would proceed even if Eastland blocks passage in his southern-dominated committee.
San Francisco Emerges as GOP Convention Front Runner
The Republican site committee near agreement on San Francisco for the 1964 convention but deferred final decision to tomorrow. They recommended opening the nominating convention on Monday July 13, about four to five weeks before the Democratic gathering. Chicago remained a rival among seven bids. A reliable informant said San Francisco led the field.
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Judge Breen Castigates Esmeralda Grand Jury
Esmeralda County district judge Peter Breeny castigated the grand jury yesterday after foreman Martin Duffy appeared on a contempt citation related to the seating of Della Marteney wife of Circle C Ranch manager. Marteney was seated Monday following a special grand jury meeting.
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Sawyer prepares for Nevada special legislative session
Gov. Grant Sawyer met with lawmakers in Carson City to discuss programs for a forthcoming special session. Key figures included Reno Republicans Dee Swode and James Bailey, Las Vegas Democrat L. E. Tyson, and Churchill Republican Sen. Carl Dodge. Bills under consideration cover Civil Rights, Lake Tahoe bi state park, restoration of veterans automobile tax exemption, and funding for local school districts. The session date will be announced soon after voters rejected a 30 percent sales tax hike.
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Rope Mishap Drowns Local Teen at Saddle Island
Willie Martinez, 16, of 358 Nebraska Street Henderson, drowned when a rope connected to a water intake tower collapsed into the water while he and three companions swam on the south shore of Saddle Island. His body has not been recovered. The accident occurred about 1 p.m. as they took turns on the rope.
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Weather Summary With Strong Winds And Heat
Weather report notes clear skies and strong southerly winds at 15 to 30 mph. Maximum temperature reaches 105 degrees with a low of 78. yesterday’s high 102 and low 77. Noontime relative humidity at 7 percent. sunrise at 5 24 and sunset at 8 01.
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