Jerome D. Mack to be honored at Israel Bonds dinner
Jerome D. Mack a Las Vegas financier and longtime Jewish community leader will be guest of honor at an Israel Bonds dinner on October 20 to mark the organization’s 20th anniversary. He has led civic and communal efforts in Las Vegas for years.
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Las Vegas Oktoberfest to Open Sept. 27 at Italian Club
The first annual Las Vegas Oktoberfest will run September 27 to 29 at the Italian American Club on East Sahara. A 13 member Bavarian band and authentic menu will accompany a ceremonial opening by Mayor Oran Grayson. Admission is 2 dollars at the door, or 1.50 by advance call-ins to three numbers.
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City studies escort bureau ban and tinted glass rule
Las Vegas city officials open study committees on banning escort bureaus. Commissioner Mira Belleli names Wesley Howery to lead the effort with James Corey and S. Grant Stewart to push outlawing tinted auto glass. They argue tinted windows hinder officers spotting concealed threats during traffic stops.
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May Consider Resuming Rhodesia Talks Between Wilson and Smith
London sources say Prime Minister Harold Wilson is weighing a new round of talks with Premier Ian Smith to settle Rhodesian independence. A decision is due soon, likely between the Labor Party conference September 30 and the Conservative gathering October 9.
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Jordan Refuses Gaza Refugees at Allenby Bridge Stand
Jordan rejects accepting 200 Gaza refugees at the Allenby Bridge after initially considering a larger influx. The government warned of possible actions if Israel continues pushing Palestinians across, with emergency cabinet meetings and threats to block traffic by force if needed. Refugees remained at the Israeli end as border guards clashed with authorities over the crossing.
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Tailhook Reunion Draws 2000 Airmen to Flamingo Hotel
Tailhook Reunion brings 2000 Navy Marine and Air Force carrier pilots to Las Vegas for the 12th annual event at the Flamingo Hotel. Secretary Paul Ignatius will award plaques to aviators with 200 plus Vietnam combat missions.
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