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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1966
Page
2
Dr Samuel Karelitz reports that infant cries can indicate intelligence levels. He notes normal babies cry more easily and show distinct patterns for hunger or discomfort, suggesting cries reflect vocal development. The study aims to aid adoption screening and parent education on infant sounds.
The piece highlights Danny Thomas as a friendly, talkative figure on the golf course who blends wit philosophy with practical pragmatism. It notes his generosity toward St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, praising his impact on pediatric research and the hospital’s role as his enduring memorial.
The Nevada State Pardons Board cut sentences for 14 inmates at the Nevada State Prison including three murder cases. George Brown 71 saw immediate release on grand larceny after serving since 1965. Sidney Scott now faces 5 10 years for first degree murder downgraded to second degree. Other offenders had terms trimmed from 1 life to 5 10 years and similar adjustments, with several eligible for parole in May. The board cited past inflamed conditions in Las Vegas amid Black Muslim tensions and noted adjustments for multiple inmates across Washoe Storey Ormsby Clark Pershing and other counties.
Washington reports the House approved funds to start a rent subsidy and Teacher Corps programs despite prior 년 delay. The 1965 action came after debate, with Republicans opposing the subsidy and Democrats backing, amid broader domestic law concerns.
Las Vegas could become the hub of a three state medical complex with a medical school if actions taken last night succeed. Southern Nevada Memorial Hospital trustees voted to request federal funds to establish a Regional Medical Program and form an advisory committee of physicians leaders and hospital officials. Other areas interest include Barstow Needles Kingman Henderson and Boulder City. The Las Vegas hospital moved from Salt Lake City plans to develop its own program to ensure funds and participation.
Viet Nam's special court for economic crimes resumed sessions with six government employees accused of accepting bribes to aid crooked businessmen. Indications point to possible death sentences for at least two defendants. Ta Vinh, a wealthy Chinese businessman, was previously convicted of profiteering and executed.
The Nevada Power Company board of directors endorsed a bond issue to finance expanded Convention Center facilities. President Elmer Johnson stated continued growth of tourism and conventions is essential to the area's economic health.
Rebekah Alexander 22 daughter of Luci Johnson elopes in Las Vegas with George Shulman 23 a UT geology student from Kilgore Texas. They took a license March 6 and married the same day in a civil ceremony before flying to Austin. Rebekah Baines Johnson is named for the President’s mother. her father heads the FAA in Fort Worth.
Federal District Court readies for closing arguments in the bank robbery trial of Keith Leland Sithers and William Clark. The men are charged with stealing $6,000 from the First National Bank at 5th and Charleston in September 1964.
U S Marines air lifted reinforcements to pursue a Viet Cong battalion that trapped Leathernecks five miles west of Quang Ngai. The fight left moderate American casualties as the enemy broke contact and withdrew to mountain hideaways under darkness. The operation aimed to guard the Saigon River shipping channel with further sweeps near Da Nang yielding thirty nine Viet Cong killed in nine days.
Nearly every major taxi firm appeared before the Public Service Commission to oppose Strip Cab Inc. seeking permission to operate more than one cab in the county. They questioned Mirin's right to multi cab operation and feared labor and local ordinance impacts. Richard Thomas and Teamsters Local 718 attended. the union did not file a formal protest.
Alvin Meinhold, Garside Junior High teacher, filed for an official hearing after learning his contract would not be renewed. Principal James Fincher defended him, calling him one of the best teachers. Meinhold notified the ACLU requesting legal assistance amid the board action.
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