End of San Francisco Teamsters Wildcat Strike
A wildcat Teamsters strike in San Francisco ended as dissident drivers halted picketing. Commuter buses, newspapers, and freight were disrupted with delays in the East Bay and San Joaquin Valley. There were shortages of milk bread and beer as perishables ran low.
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Sam Yorty
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Where I Stand on Meany and the Labor Influence
A critique questions George Meany's reach within the AFL-CIO and his public support for Nixon era policies in Southeast Asia. It argues Meany acts for power and defense profits rather than union rank and file interests, warning of corruption and potential harassment of critics.
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Vietnam
Hughes Man Mum On Harold's Club Sale Rumors
A Hughes spokesman would not confirm or deny reports that Howard Hughes bought Harold's Club in Reno. Earlier rumors cited Del Webb Corp, while Bud James of Sahara Nevada Corp denied negotiations. An official Webb source said talks were underway and Hughes showed interest in the Reno landmark. Also noted is the death of Billy Burke, widow of Florenz Ziegfeld, at 84 after a lengthy illness.
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Bud James
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Las Vegas
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Florenz Ziegfield
Ceiling Collapse at Convention Center Averts Tragedy
A Las Vegas Convention Center ceiling collapse caused no injuries as a lone passerby escaped under a toppled canopy. The event occurred around 6:20 p.m. near the main entrance as thousands moved through the area, with no workers or attendees hurt.
Helldorado Youngtimers Parade Rolls Through Las Vegas
The Helldorado Days Youngtimers Parade lines Las Vegas Boulevard at 10 a.m. from Bonneville to Bonanza with 148 entries. The Las Vegas Police motorcycle unit leads, followed by Grand Marshal K. O. Knudson and Helldorado color guards and drill units from local schools and riding clubs.
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Helldorado Parade Highlights Local and Out of Town Entries
Ed Von Tobel Junior High Henderson Junior High Ira J. Earl Elementary sponsor parade with out of town bands drill teams Virgin Valley Mo Overton Nev Long Beach El Cajon Calif Wickenburg Ariz Youngtimers parade second of three galas during Helldorado Days Thousands gather along Las Vegas Boulevard to watch riding groups wagons dogs kiddie cars and jalopies parade past schools and groups today.
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Ed von Tobel
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Ira J. Earl
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Overton
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Long Beach
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Ariz
Las Vegas
Weather Outlook With Sunny Warmer Weekend
Sunny and warmer today and Sunday with gentle breezes and occasional 10 to 20 mph gusts on the lakes. Today's high 95 and low 60, after yesterday's 89/64. A year ago today was 261. Sumrige 9:34 am and sunset at 7:40 pm.
Alioto Jury Dismissed After Deadlock in Libel Suit
In San Francisco a federal jury found Look magazine defamed Mayor Joseph L. Alioto by linking him to the Mafia but could not reach a verdict on his $12.5 million libel suit after lengthy deliberations. The 12 jurors were unable to agree on culpability or damages.
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Look Magazine
Joseph L. Alioto
Look
Mayor Alioto Libel Trial Ends Without Verdict
In San Francisco the jury failed to reach a verdict on the Look magazine libel case against Mayor Alioto after lengthy deliberations. Alioto, who later dropped his campaign, testified about the article's impact on his family as Koto vowed to seek a new trial and Look stood by the publication as investigative journalism.
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Alloto
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Convention Center Roof Collapse Damages Property
A large marquee collapsed at the Convention Center causing thousands in damage. Security officer Harry Casey reported the collapse began at the center of the wide section and peeled away without wind or shocks. Building superintendent John S. Anderson said inspections showed no prior weakness and maintenance includes regular structural and fire checks. The center, built in 1999, has had this as its first such incident.
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Harry Casey
John S. Anderson
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