Federal Skimming Probe in Nevada Casinos Still Active
United States Assistant Attorney General Richard Thornburgh says federal investigations into casino skimming in Nevada remain alive but no major indictments are imminent. He notes the DOJ will not single out Nevada and cites ongoing reviews of tips while urging aggressive law enforcement and possible criminal rehabilitation to offset prison costs.
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Webb Sues to Void Sinatra Rudin Licensing Order
The Del Webb Corp asked a District Court to overturn a Nevada Gaming Commission order licensing Frank Sinatra and attorney Milton Rudin for owning more than five percent of Webb. Webb argues the order exceeds authority and was issued without a Gaming Control Board recommendation, with potential costs estimated up to 500000 if licensing is required.
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Black Leaders Attack RPTC Over Westside Grant
Local black leaders accused Clark County Regional Planning Technical Committee members of bigotry amid criticism of a $115000 federal grant for a Westside economic development program. Rev. Albert Dunn led the push and said the panel shows bigotry as opponents fear duplication and delayed approval. Documents note a $4000 study by a Minneapolis firm and questions about spending.
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Deaths Stop Swine Flu Program Across Several States
Three elderly Pittsburgh residents died after swine flu shots, prompting Maine and Vermont to halt immunizations and Massachusetts to suspend 50 000 doses from a Pennsylvania lot. Massachusetts officials report 775 600 doses distributed and await Pennsylvania findings.
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Clark County Pushes On With Swine Flu Vaccination
Health officials report the Clark County swine flu program continues despite nationwide suspensions after three elderly deaths in Allegheny County Pennsylvania. About 15 000 Clark County residents have been vaccinated as the CDC investigates the deaths.
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Fire at Ebenezer Church in Las Vegas City
A fire broke out on the roof of the Ebenezer Church of God In Christ at Bartlett and Concord Streets shortly before midnight Tuesday. Witnesses indicated arson may have been involved. Firefighters from Las Vegas swiftly extinguished the blaze. a front door was found forced open.
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Watergate Aides Upheld In Convictions On Appeal
The US Court of Appeals affirmed the Watergate coverup convictions and eight year prison terms for John Mitchell John Ehrlichman and H R Haldeman in a 201page decision. The court found overwhelming evidence supported guilt and upheld Sirica's handling with one reversal for Robe rt Mardian.
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