Gunman Held at Capitol After Tense Confrontation
McCarthy subdued the armed assailant Bieghler in Liddy’s office after luring him with beer and gaining his trust. Liddy, Clair Boyd, and McCarthy aided frightened staff as police were alerted. Bieghler faced investigation and a mental examination was planned.
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McCarthy
Biegh
Secretary of Agriculture
L. B. Liddy
Clair Boyd
Bieghler
Liddy and
Boyd
Liddy
Capitol
Pay Windows Wage Equality Bill Faces Debate
The wage equality bill would require equal pay for equal work and similar conditions. Supporters led by women House members argue wage justice is overdue while opponents warn higher costs. the measure also bars lowering men's wages to match women's.
State official proposes Black Book for casino workers
Olsen outlines a licensing program to create a Black Book listing dealers and other casino workers as persona non grata. The plan would let a board and commission determine suitability for licensed establishments, aiming to curb cheating and remove perennial cheats from the industry. Similar proposals failed in the past amid union concerns.
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Olsen
Underworld
Tax hike critics clash over who pays education funding
Crumley argues sales tax increase hits grocery and drug stores most while education groups push for funds. Nevada officials and Jack Petitti join support for the measure, saying rejection would be a catastrophe. Washoe County teachers voted 16 to 1 to back the plan to secure 413 400 for salaries.
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Jack Petitti
Nevada Municipal Association
Petitti
North Las Vegas
Washoe County
Where I Stand on Gambling and Family Welfare
A voice condemns gambling as a force harming families and children, arguing that wages lost to casinos steal milk and bread from the mouths of kids. The writer urges cashing paychecks for essential needs and calls for stricter controls by the gaming commission to protect households.
Cooper returns home after spaceflight parade in Houston
Astronaut Gordon Cooper arrives in Houston to a jubilant homecoming. He traveled over 600000 miles in 22.9 orbits and is greeted by his wife Trudy and daughters Camala and Janita in a parade with ticker tape and banners. Lt Col Powers was absent amid Crew changes. County officials praise the reception.
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Shorty) Powers
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Alabama political shifts shape Birmingham desegregation talks
New Birmingham mayor Boutwell signals openness to dialogue with local black leaders on racial problems while opposing talks with Martin Luther King Jr. and asserting local citizenry can solve issues. he distances himself from Gov. Wallace and clarifies stance on federal court orders and lawfulness.
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Kennedy Visits Hoover at Waldorf Astoria
President Kennedy paid a brief courtesy call on former President Herbert Hoover before attending a $1,000-a-plate Democratic fundraiser in Hoover’s hotel suite. Hoover, 88, had just received the Circumnavitators Club’s award of merit in his apartment.
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Senate Defeats Amendments in Silver Purchase Bill Battle
Lawmakers split on silver policy as opponents concede the need for action but call for deeper inquiry. Senators Allott and Church clash over price controls while Domnick and Gruening fail on efforts to curb sales and set a new gold program. The measure repeals the Silver Purchase Act, long obsolete for price control.
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Peter Dominick
R-Colo
Treasury
Senate
Ernest Gruening
Alaska
Vegas Police Win Walker Safety Award for Traffic
The Las Vegas police department received the Walker Safety Award for 1962 from the National Officers Assn for outstanding traffic safety. Chief Leo Kuykendall accepted the plaque at City Hall with officers Ruesch Daly and Skelton present. police cite year end fatalities dropping from 14 in 1960 to 6 in 1962.
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Las Vegas
National Police Officers’ Assn
Leo Kuykendall
City Hall
K. G. Ruesch
Andy Daly
John E. Skelton
Two Die In Separate California Turnpike Incidents
Tuesday Sun employee Isham Glee Kellar died in a two car collision on the Searchlight highway after the car traveled 264 feet before stopping. The day prior a California woman was killed when struck by a car at a service station.
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SUN
Isham Glee Kellar
California
Plax Plasters Offers Interior Exterior Painting Est.
A local plastering service advertises painting for interior and exterior walls including painted blocks and old wallpaper. Free estimates promise full color work and improved insulation. Contact details not provided.
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Tltc CL
Executive for Life Insurance Company seeks Nevada general agent
An insurance firm seeks an experienced producer for a Nevada general agent role with company financing for the position and associates, plus six office allowances. Interviews conducted by Mr. Swa assistant director of Life Agencies on Wednesday Thursday and Friday from 9 am to 5 pm at the Stardust Hotel Room 2422 Venus Section.
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Nevada
General Agent and Associates
Swa
Life Agencies
Stardust Hotel
Venus
Lost Clarinet and Help Wanted Mortgage Job
Lost airflow clarinet case with name on it and reward offered. Also help wanted for a mortgage banking firm seeking an energetic man with FHA VA knowledge. call 384-9312 or 642-3962 to arrange interview. Various houses for sale or rent nearby with prices and contact numbers included.
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Fiat
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