22 Sep 1962
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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1962
Page
1
Postmaster General J Ed ward Day told 400 postmasters that tin can tops sent with contest entries are jamming mail. He urged careful wrapping to avoid sharp edges damaging envelopes and mail and risking postal worker injuries. The speech referenced a Florida Citrus Commission item.
A fragmented clipping cites concerns over contestants and postal procedure knowledge. Officials point to sponsor responsibility while noting references to Florida Citrus Commission ads and notices urging mailers to heed instructions.
Secretary Eugene M. Zuckert told an Air Force Association luncheon that the United States will not race into space but will shield against space threats. He cited near orbital defense, extended X15/X20 tech, a crewed orbital station, and Titan II I as key programs, with mockups of Titan II and X20 Dyna-Soar on display at the Convention Center.
A gulf storm drenched Florida with heavy rain and near hurricane winds. Schools closed across Manatee and most Charlotte counties. One man died in floodwaters. Ice glazed windshields in Indiana. snow fell in New England and New York mountains. Frost harmed crops from the Mississippi Valley to the North Atlantic. Extent of cold spans East and Great Lakes with Mt. Washington seeing snow and subzero readings near Lake Placid.
The letter argues time and missile bases in Cuba blur lines between defensive and offensive power. It notes Soviet capabilities, spaceflight feats, and urges careful action without revealing classified information. The piece frames a cautious stance on confronting Russia while acknowledging U S strategic strength.
Two men charged in the 896 armed robbery of the Palo Mino Bar on July 31 were arrested in North Las Vegas and turned over to Clark County detectives. William H. Park age 20 of NLV and Logan Leroy Watson age 18 of NSW were identified as alleged participants. Watson allegedly held the gun on the bartender while Park took cash from the safe.
Funeral services for Dr. Gilbert Eklund 63 longtime Nevada resident will be held at Bunker Brothers chapel at 1 p.m. Monday He died in Santa Monica after a long illness Interment will follow in Memory Gardens Born December 23 1399 in Cokato Minnesota he had lived in Las Vegas over a decade Pallbearers include Tom Foley Harry Menante Ed Fountain Larsh Kellogg Bob Iverson Frank Kennebeck Dr Z M Starzynski and James Wood Honorary pallbearers are Rube Jolley Morry Zenoff Al Proctor Joe Wells Robert Lysgaard B G Smith Dr Ralph Hemington and Dr P J Youngblood
Verell Lawthorne charged with the fatal shooting of Freddie Jefferson was bound over for district court trial after a preliminary hearing. Pathologist Dr. James Clarke testified that a bullet penetrating the right eye and brain caused Jefferson’s death. A 15 year old eyewitness testified after cross examination by defense attorney George Foley.
Parents from Hawaiian Village and Belmont Park convened at Mrs. LaRue Case home to plan school bus routes. Belmont Park sent four representatives led by Dorothy Snow, organizer of a Mt. View School shuttle. The groups formed a civic association nucleus and will attend the Clark County board meeting Thursday to push petitions.
At Clark County's new 514 million McCarran Airport terminal dedication, a World War I era P12 fighter crashed on landing after a flyby, narrowly injuring none. Pilot Frank Compton escaped unharmed as the plane skidded along the runway. another Camel Sopwith WWI aircraft aborted due to mechanical failure.
The County Board of Commissioners waived notice for a school bond measure of 21 million dollars for new construction. Clark County School District business manager Lincoln Liston says about 1.5 million remains in the capital improvements fund from a six million dollar voter approved bond last year. A junior high and an elementary school are drawn up and would use the remaining funds, with officials seeking quick passage to issue bonds and fund construction as needed.
Federal Judge Sidney C. Mize ruled that three University of Mississippi officials could not carry out federal court orders to admit James Meredith to the all white campus. He said they acted under conflicting currents and were not responsible for Meredith’s admission despite a Supreme Court order.
A witness showed jurors scars and discolored skin from a facial rejuvenation treatment during the mail fraud trial of Cora Galenti Smith. Judy Cinotti testified she paid $2,500 for the process after requesting information and receiving promotional material. Loretta King, a New York singer actress, also testified about reading about Smith in Confidential and paying $3,000 after an initial quote of $2,500 in 1961.
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