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Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1968

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Missing Las Vegas figure tied to Hanley case prompts manhunt

Albert Diamond, central to charges against Las Vegas labor leader Tom Hanley, is missing after a jail move in a case linked to a brutal April attack at Diamond's shop. Ex-wife Barbara Norman and others linked to the Hanley case are also involved as investigators fear foul play as Diamond moves to Los Angeles with his belongings.

al Diamond Hanley Albert Diamond Las Vegas Tom Hanley Diamond Barbara Barbara Jean Norman Ralph Alsup Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union Los Angeles

Las Vegas Flight Delays Prompt Bid to Sell Air West

U.S. Senator Alan Bible urged that Howard Hughes be allowed to buy Air West after a Las Vegas arrival was delayed over three hours from Reno. Las Vegas and Reno officials criticized the carrier for late arrivals and ticket-window closures.

U.S Alan Bible Las Vegas Air West Reno Howard Hughes

Adults clash with youth over voting rights and respect

The letter argues that adults now seek respect for youth while denying it to others. It cites Janie, an emancipated 18-year-old seeking to vote, facing accusations of irresponsibility and calls for debate on age and expression at the polls amid campus dissent and historical protest.

Janie

National Equities Sold Out to Levin Townsend in Buyout

Levin Townsend Computer Corp acquires 51 percent of National Equities, owner of Nevada Equities and properties including the International Country Club and Georgetown West Townhouses. Marvin Kratter remains CEO as a $100 convertible debenture for each share is swapped for Levin Townsend stock. National Equities recently sold the Boston Celtics to P Ballantine Sons for over 3 million. Fiscal year results show 3.5 million profit on 24.6 million revenue. Burton Brown of Nevada Equities describes Las Vegas as promising amid a visit by Levin Townsend executives.

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Arrowhead slaying suspect found dead in California canyon

Alfred Ward Clayton, 44, sought for the Lake Arrowhead child slayings, was found dead of a likely self-inflicted gunshot wound in San Gabriel canyon near Azusa. An autopsy confirmed rape and suffocation of Victoria Caldwell eight and Paul Eugene Saltzman Jr. nine whose bodies were found under a bridge north of Lake Arrowhead.

Azusa Calif Alfred W. Clayton Clayton Lake Arrowhead UPI UPS Alfred Ward Clayton San Gabriel Canyon San Gabriel Canyon Road James Mayfield San Bernardino County San Bernardino Mountains Victoria Wayne B. Miller San Diego Eric Caldwell Twin Peaks

Key Candidates For High Office Exchange Views

President Johnson said he will defend his policies against misinterpretation by Humphrey and other candidates. White House press secretary George Christian said Johnson wants Humphrey to be his own man and win the election, but while President no one can speak for him. The implication was Humphrey would have to adjust if needed. Johnson was concerned the United States speak with clear policy.

Johnson Hubert H. Humphrey White House George Christian Humphrey

Weather Outlook With Heat Records

Sunny today with a southwest wind 10 to 20 mph. High near 100 and low around 72. Yesterday also reached 100, with a 73 low. Noontime humidity at 22 percent. Sunrise at 6 21, sunset at 6 51.

Gragson's Wife Named Public Relations Director at Marty's Carousel

Bonnie Gragson wife of Las Vegas Mayor Oran Gragson was named public relations director for Marty's Carousel casino at Island Fremont. The reopened casino under Marty Kutzen plans to repay creditors with a 300000 bankroll and operate nine tables and 160 slot machines. Her exact duties and salary are not disclosed. Nearby, her son Kenneth Gragson faced a conflict of interest controversy after joining the Las Vegas Convention Authority, which the mayor chairs. The city Board of Commissioners oversees casino liquor and gaming enforcement.

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