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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1977
Page
13
A Los Angeles reader laments rising Las Vegas travel prices and scarce bargains. The letter notes buses full to the Strip, Cab fares from Circus Circus to El Cortez, and $85 rooms that miss Frank Sinatra shows, while praising the Ogden Motel at $14 a night.
A NV advocacy letter attacks a 1970s state law enabling roundup and adoption of wild horses by air. It claims government statistics misrepresent herd size while alleging mass killings of horses and abuse by authorities and ranch interests across states. The writer urges public opposition to prevent further culling.
Sarah Rutman notes Atlantic City lures talent with huge salaries, claiming hotels create a carnivorous system that devours itself. She warns the industry’s race to attract entertainers risks long term decline and cites past Ignored dangers as Las Vegas thrives.
The Hughes estate names the Mormon Church as an heir and seeks voir dire questions about jurors religion to uncover ties to the Boy Scouts of America. The tone criticizes the move as undignified and un American.
Local writer argues against dropping UNLV cross country citing booming sport nationwide and strong local support. He notes 90 runners in a five mile club race including UNLV faculty and says funds can be found, pointing to football expenditures and high participation as reasons to restore the program.
A reader objects to the headline about the Sagebrush Alliance protest, arguing the article misrepresents goals. The letter asserts the group aims to educate the public on radioactivity dangers at NTS and nationwide, oppose neutron bomb production, and protest the arms race and nuclear proliferation.
Letter writers and boosters lash out at UNLV and city leaders after NCAA penalties for violations. They condemn perceived double standards and urge focusing on education over athletics, arguing professional sports belong to professionals.
The piece debates whether Hughes could have knowingly drafted a valid will while drugged and whether a longtime resident abroad remains a U S legal resident for will validity. It weighs the notion of a real McCoy will against residency rules and the timing of the last testament.
GEO KNIGHT notes some Nevada Appeal staff receive food stamps and welfare while questioning ad revenue flows. He jokes publishers may need food stamps due to rising print costs and urges unions to investigate.
A reader argues against black priority in jobs, cites personal work history, and urges moving beyond past injustices. The letter discusses slavery, different ethnic groups, and opinions on compensation, color, and opportunity while asserting pride in freedom and individual qualification.
Commentator blasts current promos as cluttering the schedule. He singles out Sonny and Cher Laverne and Shirley Charlie's Angels Donny and Marie and other cop and hospital dramas as unfunny. He argues the network should drop these to make room for better programs.
The Las Vegas Sun invites letters to the editor printed under Where We Stand. Letters must be about 150 words and may be edited or shortened. The paper reserves the right to delete portions or reject content that is not tasteful or defamatory. Writers must sign and request their name be withheld if desired.
In a Where I Stand column the writer criticizes Judge Keith Hayes for gagging the press and jury in the will case. They argue excess media coverage already exists and note prosecutors use publicity prejudice tricks, while acknowledging Hayes warns such tactics won’t succeed in his courtroom.
A retro style message from Dick McNeely praises Chris Crystal’s TV presence and laments growing reliance on computers over human warmth. The note urges appreciation for the press as society’s remaining guard against further erosion.
In a provocative argument, attorney Reid B. Gardner contends that television exposure can drive criminal acts, suggesting a defendant may plead that media influence caused their actions and shifted responsibility to external forces.
The SUN Magazine marks a notable improvement featuring Miss Dee Coakley and new offerings aimed at the whole family. The item highlights a long overdue job advancement and broader content.
Almanac notes October 8 1977 as the 281st day. Births Libra sign. Eddie Rickenbacker born 1890. Historical events include the 1871 Chicago fire. 1923 German inflation. 1942 WAVES training at Smith College. 1975 Ford aviation deregulation proposal. Thought by George Santayana.
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