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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1962
Page
2
The article reports that a government official hinted at an immediate tax cut if warranted, but the administration favors waiting for tax reform legislation. It details proposed reductions including lowering the top rate from 91 to 65 percent and adjusting brackets to 15 and 20 percent for the initial income segments.
A Las Vegas column defends General Clarke after the Review Journal runs a banner claim that he attacked JFK. The piece blasts the afternoon paper for bias and error, warns of harm to Clarke’s reputation, and urges readers to ignore the outlet’s sensationalism.
Seven men serving life terms for the Brink's robbery have lost another bid for freedom. District Attorney Garrett H. Byrne said the U.S. Supreme Court refused to reconsider a petition for a writ of habeas corpus for the seven. The high court had rejected a similar petition weeks earlier.
The fragment lists officers and staff roles for Las Vegas Sun Inc including president Treasurer and editors. It notes address at 900 South Main Street Las Vegas Nevada and mentions affiliations with United Press International and several press associations. It also shows subscription and single copy rates.
Nevada Attorney General Roger Foley won Senate confirmation to a federal judgeship amid past hesitations from the American Bar Association. Foley said he will resign as attorney general in about two weeks and be sworn in in Las Vegas with his father administering the oath.
Reports say Israel will expel Soblen rather than extradite him to the United States. Soblen fled to Israel after a life espionage sentence, amid a potential lengthy legal dispute over his fate and possible diplomatic negotiations.
A local ad promotes a large Nevada jewelry store offering wedding and engagement rings. It highlights a broad selection and urges customers to visit for purchasing options.
Bell would win if the election were held yesterday by a fair margin. Mrs. Von Dornum reports only one contact called Bell a movie star. She supports Bell as a Republican despite no complaints about Grant Sawyer. Two more polls are planned for August and October.
Sir Winston Churchill underwent surgery to fix a fractured femur and is reported in satisfactory condition. He arrived back in London smiling after a flight from the French Riviera and signaled a V for victory as crowds gathered outside Middlesex Hospital.
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