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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1975
Page
1
The Sun reported a small dog skinned alive by three unknown teenagers, but witnesses later recanted and blamed a German Shepherd or other causes. Editor Hank Greenspun defended youths until clear proof emerges, after Catherine Tibbs retracted and a vet suggested possible animal attack or surgical wounds.
Police in Los Angeles said they will pay $100,000 to a caller who identified himself as Death. Officials say the man has already killed one person and threatened another. The threat targets a city resident, prompting a wide public safety alert.
An obituary notes H. D. Quigg lauds Considine as one of the era’s standout reporters. Known for world coverage and humane bearing, he avoided vulgarity, and his humor defined his voice. The piece recalls his enduring influence on journalism.
The Central Labor Council vows all legal means to push the Review Journal back to bargaining with Local 284 union members. Ted Lawson says unions will target subscriptions and advertising to pressure negotiations, with about 60 percent of canvased residents canceling. The strike began October 7 over wages and working conditions, while the Donrey Media Group keeps the paper running with non union staff. Lawson notes Nevada now has one union newspaper, the SUN, amid rising labor tensions.
Las Vegas and Henderson mark Nevada Day with a 3 PM Arrowhead Trail marker dedication in Henderson and a Northern Nevada parade in Carson City featuring elephants Bertha and Tina. The Union-saving theme highlights Nevada’s Civil War contributions as 300 plus entries are expected.
President Ford urged bankruptcy legislation to place New York City's finances under a federal court if default occurs. He criticized a federal bailout and proposed limited temporary aid to cover essential services while a judge supervises reorganization. The plan would suspend bondholder lawsuits and authorize new bonds to keep the city operating until a balanced budget is achieved.
A light column jokes that some folks show respect for age only in bottles while aging is ignored in daily life. The quip playfully contrasts vanity with wisdom.
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