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Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1962

Page

2

Weather Doubt Clouds Space Flight From Cape Canaveral

Technicians completed Atlas-Aurora-7 checks for M. Scott Carpenter’s triple orbit mission but foul weather looms. A large storm moving from the Rockies could delay the launch to May 29. Officials cite infrared risks and possible cloud cover hindering essential photography.

Cape Canaveral UPI M. Scott Carpenter Earth Rocky Mountains Central Plains Carpenter

Hanne Walter W. Hanne Named to Pensions Committee

Pastor Hanne Walter W. Hanne of Las Vegas First Presbyterian Church has been appointed to the standing committee on Pensions for the 174th United Presbyterian General Assembly in session in Denver Colorado.

Walter W. Hanne West Charleston Blvd Las Vegas First Presbyterian Church 174Th United Presbyterian General Assembly Denver Colo

Girl Killed As School Bus Crashes In New Mexico

FARMINGTON NM UPI a school bus overturned on a country road injuring the driver and 34 children with one girl killed Dorothy Toledo a fourth grader State police said the driver Elizabeth Johnson reported a broken spring on the right front wheel causing loss of control and the bus to roll over Injured children were rushed to Albuquerque hospitals with several in critical condition

Farmington UPI Albuquerque Dorothy Toledo Elizabeth Johnson

Berserk Killer Of 3 Captured In West Texas Slayings

J B Frazier 36 collapsed at a Midland motel and was arrested after a manhunt for the slayings of his wife Georgia Frazier sister in law Mrs Autrey and Paul Conner. Police said Frazier fired several times and muttered I am looking for my wife while four people were killed in Kermit and Midland areas. He faced murder charges.

Midland Tex UPI Kermit J.B. Frazier West Texas B. J. Autrey Frazier Georgia Frazier Autrey Paul Conner Comanche

Two More Candidates File for Local Offices

Clark county residents filed for county commissioner and Assembly District Two yesterday. Al Levinson of Blue Diamond joined the Democrat ticket for the unincorporated areas, and John Badik of 345 Bedford Rd filed for Assembly District Two on the Democrat ticket.

Clark County Helen Scott Reed al Levinson Blue Diamond John Badik Bedford Rd Assembly District Two

Gas War Continues as Major Brands Fight Back

The article notes independents undercut major brands during busy weekends to gain customers. Major station operators defend their service and profits while promising price drops if independents cut prices too. A SUN reporter could not reach key independents, but a worker said easing prices would trigger a coordinated response.

Estes Charges Favoritism by Agriculture Dept in Cotton Dealings

Estes' files indicate allegations that the Agriculture Department favored a Texan in cotton allotment dealings. McClellan said the investigation will be lengthy and difficult, with a long road ahead and no quick end.

Estes Agriculture Department McClellan

Vegas Judge Hands Out Heavy Fines

Municipal Judge Walter Richards imposed heavy penalties on drun cases from a Helldorado weekend. Of 30 defendants, seven faced six month sentences or $360 fines, eight got 30 day terms, others received shorter jail days. Names include Harley Bishop, James Brady, and Bud Bullcreek as spectators describe injuries and jail terms.

Walter Richards Harley Bishop North First Street Ogden Ave James Brady Helidorado Southern Nevada Memorial Hospital Bud Bullcreek Elko Judge Richards

Beating the Heat with Cooler Service in-City ads

Service ad offering cooler maintenance including cleaning oiling and adjusting. Mentions contact options 24 hour service and local numbers DU 4 1414 and MI 2 5165. Also notes moving and storage under Who's Who Moving & Storage.

U Haul Free Estimate Offer at Main and Bonanza

U-HAUL promotes a 75 percent savings with a free estimate at the DU 2-798 service desk near N Main and Bonanza. One-way and round-trip rentals available nationwide.

N. Main Bonanza

Foster's Shoes Promotes Comfort in Famous Shoes

Store at 119 N. 3rd St advertises style and comfort for men women and children. Quality watch repair advertised and parking next to the store noted.

Foster N. 3Rd St

Trudy Jewelers and Local Classifieds Highlight Services and Ads

Local ad notes Trudy Jewelers offering expert jewelry design and remodeling near Premont and Pennys. Also lists missing black Beagle Tammy Jo, travel plans for a trip to Washington DC in June, help wanted for a live in housekeeper and a secretary, nursing care positions, furnished apartments, and a 1981 Chevrolet Bell Air with 17,240 miles for sale.

Warning over Nevada gaming moves grips Las Vegas

The piece notes fears of federal action against Nevada gaming with grand juries in Los Angeles issuing subpoenas and officials from Washington citing an anti gambling drive. It mentions Atty Gen Kennedy and Senate probes led by Sen. McClellan and hints at political tension affecting the state’s gaming industry.

United States Los Angeles Nevada Gaming Washington Walter Winchell Atty-Gen. Kennedy Las Vegas Cal’m Sen. McClellan Arkansas

Mexican Official Praises Local Service During Visit

Jesus Varela, president of a Mexico City food and hotel workers union, praised local food service Monday night while touring, after a nationwide IA funded visit. He toured to study potential union supported training in all aspects of food and hotel operations and to discuss an instructional school program.

Jesus Varela Mexico City Food and Hotel Workers International Cooperation Administration

Bridge Casino Sought Here by Las Vegas Enthusiasts

Las Vegas bridge enthusiasts may soon have a dedicated venue as Harry Sandrowitz applies for a license to run seven bridge tables at Wallys Kibitzer Club. If approved, it would be the first establishment devoted solely to bridge, with a ten dollar limit and a 50 cent hourly participation fee. Sandrowitz previously operated a similar site on the Strip in 1956.

Las Vegas W. E Butch” Leypoldt Gaming Control Board Harry Sandrowitz Kibitzer Club The Gaming Commission Sandkowitz Leypold Leypokit Sandrowitz

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