Campaign funds race looms over 1960s elections
The report predicts major parties will spend over 200 million dollars nationwide on 1960 campaigns, noting the dark nature of fundraising. It cites John F. Kennedy's 1960 nomination bid costing about 912000 dollars with 150000 from the Kennedy family and 60000 personally from Kennedy, while recounting White's portrayal of the West Virginia primary.
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Washington
John F. Kennedy
Kennedy
Air
West Virginia
Theodore H. White
The Diamond Ring and Insurance Policy
A lighthearted essay notes that men seek assurance in diamonds and a matching insurance policy. It explains how the betrothal ring becomes a personal treasure, insured to cover loss from fire or theft, ensuring funds for a replacement shopping spree.
Prisoner Shot By Sheriff Deputy In Court Scuffle
A 37 year old prisoner identified as John Alfred Wagstaff Jr was shot by Deputy Steve Whitaker in a Justice Court scuffle prior to a hearing. Wagstaff who had been arrested in a $600 Western Union robbery reportedly attacked with a homemade knife after handcuffs were removed. The deputy fired once and hit Wagstaff while Whitaker remained unharmed.
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Justice Court
John Alfred Wagstaff, Jr
Western Union
Steve Whitaker
Whitaker
Wagstaff
William O'Reilly
Paul Ray
John A. Wagstaff, Jr
Sunfoto
NTS Strike at Mercury centers on Jobs and Power
Two battles unfold at Nevada Test Site as the Teamsters picket Reynolds Electric over a grievance award and alleged contract violations. The dispute also tests power between AFL CIO and Teamsters, with Local 631 leader citing broader control aims while an electrician cites a windshield incident and vows to defend the agreement.
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Judy Edsall
SUN
Nevada
Mercury
Teamster Union
Reynolds Electric and Engineering Co
Teamsters
Reynolds
Associated General Contractors and Labor
Joint Board
Afl-Cio
James Hoffa
AFL
William F. Carter
Teamster Local 631
Court Bid By Casino This Week
An attorney for the Silver Slipper casino said documents for reorganization are being prepared and should be filed with the U.S. District Court by week’s end. Thomas Foley noted a tax audit is underway and legal papers for voluntary reorganization under the National Bankruptcy Act will follow. The Slipper lost its gambling license on a dice cheating incident.
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Silver Slipper Casino
U.S. District Court
Thomas Foley
Internal Revenue Service
Slipper
Police Probe Slaying in Virginia City
A 59 year old construction man Ghilotti was shot to death at his home after heavy drinking with Dr Sherman O Wirt a 58 year old and his companion Helen Carlson Calani 44 of Corte Madera California Inquiries suggest Ghilotti was introduced to Wirt six months earlier to buy antique Comstock furniture and the weapon identified is a .38 caliber pistol owned by Wirt
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Ghilotti
Sherman O. Wirt
Helen Carlson Calani
Corte Madera
Calif
Berry
Virginia City
Wirt
Beauty Parade Winners List at Helldorado Parade
The Tropicana Hotel float saluting Nevada progress won sweepstakes in the Helldorado beauty parade honoring Nevada’s 100th birthday. Francine Farrar of Gorman High was beauty queen. the Las Vegas New Car Dealers float Wheels of Progress won theme honors. The Desert Inn and Stardust Hotels sponsored Progress in Nevada History. Sahara’s The Nevada Story also featured among top entries.
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Hotel Tropicana
Tropicana
Nevada Progress
Eiffel Tower
Wheels of Progress
Las Vegas
Tion
Nevada
Francine Farrar
Gorman High
Desert Inn
Stardust Hotels
Hotel Sahara
Nevada Story
Judge Zenoff Target Of Threat By Caller
A 24 hour surveillance was placed on the home of District Judge David Zenoff after a late Saturday night threat to his life made by a male caller. The maid Annie McDonald heard the loud voice and the judge’s 13 year old son could also hear the words.
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Zenoff
Dist
David Zenoff
Judge Zenoff
Annie McDonald
David
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Jack “Jive” Schafer
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