Democrats Reject Extremist Groups at Nevada Convention
The Winnemucca convention adopted a unanimous resolution condemning extremist groups including the John Birch Society Communists Ku Klux Klan and Nazis. Sen Alan Bible and Rep Walter Baring spoke as delegates eyed party nominations and Viet Nam policy.
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Ku Klux Klan
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Alan Bible
Rep
Walter Baring
Bible
Johnson
Viet Nam
Sinatra and political theater swirl around Nevada politics
The piece contemplates Frank Sinatra as a potent political and entertainment figure impacting Nevada figures like Governor Grant Sawyer and Lt. Gov. Paul Laxalt. It notes Sinatra’s influence on Las Vegas economy during engagements, past clashes with Gaming Control involving Giancana, and potential future showdowns in Winnemucca and beyond.
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Las Vegas
Arnold Palmer
Federal fund cut urged to speed Las Vegas integration
The NAACP and Clark County School District clash over school integration with a demand to withhold federal funds, plus a call to extend Adam Clayton Powell's probe. A separate item notes Miss Helldorado ’66 pageant at the Aladdin Hotel with 18 contestants and a May celebration lineup.
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National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
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NAACP
Adam Clayton Powell
California
Nevada
Aladdin
Las Vegas
Marion Bennett
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Weather forecast with warm afternoon and mild humidity
Variable high cloudiness and gentle southwest winds 13 to 18 mph. Today's high near 98 and low 67, with noontime humidity at 13 percent. Yesterday's high 96 and low 64. Sunrise at 5 41, sunset at 7 34.
Plumbers and Pipefitters Reach Three Year Labor Pact
Labor and management announced a three year plumbing industry agreement in Las Vegas, set to start July 1 1966 with wage gains totaling 23 cents an hour and 12 cents in fringe benefits plus a 10 cent wage rise on January 1 1967. The contract aims to head off summer bidding slowdowns and addresses general contracting work in the area. Leaders Dave McGinty and Max Welling praised members for responding to rumors of economic disaster and emphasized an early settlement 54 days before the deadline.
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Las Vegas
Nevada
Dave McGinty
Max Welling
Associated Plumbing and Air Conditioning Contractors
Nevada Legislature Convenes Amid Budget Battle for 4.1 Million
The Nevada Legislature opens a special session with veteran lawmakers warning of a tough battle over Gov. Grant Sawyer’s request for 4.1 million dollars for schools and emergency needs. Assemblyman James Gibson predicts possible tax increases if funds are approved. Barret cites 6 million general fund surplus, while politics for an election year may influence deliberations.
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UPS
Nevada
Grant Sawyer
Gibson
Sawyer
Howard Barrett
Mothers Day Graced by Las Vegas Families
Thousands of Las Vegas mothers are greeted with breakfast in bed flowers and gifts made from pennies saved from allowances. The day blends joy and solemn memory as families celebrate and recall cherished moments.
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Las Vegas
Tragic Lake Mead boating accident claims 14 year old
A 14 year old girl from North Las Vegas drowned when a boat overturned on Lake Mead near Sand Island after being towed by a skier. Forest Ranger officials identified the deceased as Geneva Riggs of 909 Stanley Ave. Las Vegas. The boat was piloted by Mrs LeRoy Wright. other passengers included two Wright children.
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Geneva Riggs
Stanley Ave
Las Vegas Wash
Sand Island
LeRoy Wright
Wright
Geneva
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