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Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1968

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Heart Bank Day Near Dr Starzl Predicts Transplant Storage

A Denver surgeon, Dr Thomas Starzl, told the 20th annual Scientific Assembly that heart storage before transplantation is approaching. He cited kidney and liver transplant progress since 1962 and noted stored organs may survive up to 12 hours for kidneys and livers, with heart storage not yet transplanted.

Denver Thomas Starzl Scientific Assembly The American Academy of General Practice Rene Germanier

Mexican Troops Block Students at National University

In Mexico City troops with bayonets seized the National University to prevent saboteurs during the upcoming World Olympic Games. About 1,000 angry students were repelled in three abortive attempts to retake the campus as paratroopers held the grounds. Several students were arrested and a government order kept troops inside the university to curb disorder during the Games.

Mexico City UPI National University Bayonet Point

Controversy Mounting On U of C Campus

California regents split over banning ex convict Eldridge Cleaver from lecturing on racism at Berkeley. A full-board decision looms as Gov. Reagan prepares to lead the fight against Cleaver’s appointment amid protests from legislators and academic groups. An Assembly censure adds to the turmoil.

Los Angeles UPI California Berkeley State Board of Regents Ronald Reagan Eldridge Cleaver Cleaver United States UCLA UC Berkeley Regents State Assembly University

Las Vegas Youth Richard Thomas Dies in Mystery

Funeral services were planned for 19 year old Richard Fred Michael Thomas as investigators pursue a strange death in Las Vegas. The body was found in his car near Paradise Road and Sahara after he had been missing since Sept 12. Autopsy inconclusive and toxicology tests underway.

Richard Fred Michael Thomas Paradise Road Sahara

Take a Look at Good News By United Press International

A compact roundup from United Press International highlights positive stories and uplifting snippets from around the world. The feature collects small wins and hopeful moments, offering a respite from daily headlines.

United Press International

Florida baby turns one after tiny birth weight

In St. Petersburg Michelle Faith DeLaqueseaux who weighed 25 ounces at birth celebrated her first birthday tipping the scales at 19 pounds.

St. Petersburg Fla Michelle Faith DeLaqueseaux

Mountaineer Chokka Zha likhanov scales Elbrus record

In Moscow veteran mountaineer Chokka Zha likhanov who guides climbers to Europe’s tallest peak Mt Elbrus has reached the 18841 foot summit 209 times He says he was 15 on his first climb a century ago.

Moscow Chokka Zhalikhanov Europe Mt. Elbrus Caucasus

Toll Cut On Talmadge Bridge Sparks Commuter Relief

Commuters crossing the Talmadge Bridge into Savannah Georgia learned this week that the highway department reduced the one way toll from 50 cents to 10 cents. The change aims to ease daily travel costs for residents and workers.

Talmadge Savannah River Savannah Highway Department

Dog returns after 32 months missing in Chattanooga

Reece Goforth reports Sharkey the mongrel dog found in Chattanooga after an unexplained 32 month absence. The homecoming marks a long-awaited reunion with its owner.

Chattanooga Tenn Reece Goforth Sharkey

Wisconsin high school leaders to start Nicaragua aid drive

In Madison, Wisconsin, student leaders announced a program to collect supplies and equipment for pupils in Nicaragua. In Dallas, Sunset High School contributed 400 dollars to the Charles Anderson family after their home burned down.

Madison Wisconsin Nicaragua Dallas Sunset High School Charles Anderson

Emporium boy wins time capsule honor in Amarillo

In Emporium Pennsylvania Steven Simon aged 10 earned a national contest entry that grants him the right to choose an item for a time capsule to be sealed in Amarillo Texas.

Emporium Steven Simon Amarillo Tex

Casey Dine Upholds Duty Before School

Casey Dine, 16, rose early to finish his homework without help and headed to Mamaroneck High School, staying faithful to his parents and responsibilities.

Casey Dine Mamaronek, N.Y

Ohio reports drop in traffic fatalities and injuries in 1968 start

In Columbus the state announced a decline in traffic fatalities and injuries during the first eight months of 1968. In Denver an air pollution engineer reported a 60 percent decrease from stationary sources over the last 344 years.

Columbus Ohio Denver

Governor Shafer Receives Gift From Anonymous Donor

In Harrisburg a $150 money order was given to Gov. Raymond P. Shafer by a woman identified as Mrs. Jane Doe. She said funds would be divided among Pennsylvania Ohio and Michigan and recalled carrying an illegal pint of wine through the three states during prohibition forty years ago.

Johnson Hubert Humphrey Vietnam United States Southeast Asia J. Edgar Hoover Chicago Spiro Agnew Las Vegas George Wallace Wallace Humphrey Harrisburg Raymond P. Shafer Jane Doe Pennsylvania Ohio Michigan

Las Vegas Crime Rate Drops Below National Half Year Average

Figures released by the FBI in Washington show Las Vegas, long listed among cities with high crime rates for its size, falling below the national average for the half year. The report details trends across crime categories and regional comparisons.

Las Vegas U.S Federal Bureau of Investigation Washington Clark County

Humphrey gains Kennedy and allies in pivotal campaign day

Hubert H. Humphrey receives endorsements from Edward Kennedy George McGovern and Wayne Morse boosting his campaign amid antiwar protests. Nixon vows to bring dissenters to the mainstream as campaign coverage notes Las Vegas crime trends up vs 1967 with notable jumps in murder robbery and burglary.

United Press International Hubert H. Humphrey Sen Edward M. Kennedy Senate George McGovern Wayne Morse Richard M. Nixon Humphrey Kennedy Boston McGovern and Morse South Dakota McGovern Sioux Falls Las Vegas Clark County

Variable Clouds With Northwesterly Winds Today

Weather summary notes variable cloudiness with northwesterly winds 10 to 20 mph. Today's high reaches 85 and low 60, following yesterday's 95 and 68. Noon humidity at 11 percent, sunrise 6 27, sunset 6 41.

Michigan Stem Rust Eradication Program Declared Effective

In Lansing the state agriculture department says its program to rid Michigan of stem rust that attacks grain has cost growers up to ten million dollars annually but is now practically nonexistent in the state.

Lansing Mich State Agriculture Department Michigan

Bowling Sweepstakes Notify Weekly Draws At 1 and 2

Bowling sweepstakes run every Wednesday and Friday at 1 PM and 2 15 PM offering 5000 blue chip stamps on a single strike winning stroke.

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