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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1966
Page
13
A Las Vegas column warns about teen drug use including heroin, cocaine, marijuana, LSD, amphetamines, barbiturates, and nontraditional methods. It cites sheriff’s data and notes risks from nitrous products, glue sniffing, and even coffee injections as dangerous coping methods.
The piece highlights growing narcotics addiction in Las Vegas with at least 500 known addicts and over $1 million yearly illegal drug expenditure. It links addiction to crime, stating many addicts steal to support habits, with cap heroin priced at $5 and four daily hits. It cites Clark County crime losses around $2.5 million last year and assigns half to heroin users, urging readers to consider who pays the bill.
A psychiatrist explains addiction as a disease rooted in social and economic hardship that leaves the person unable to cope with life. The piece warns marijuana can cause mood swings, while hallucinogens like LSD and mescaline are deadly. barbiturates are described as extremely addictive and lethal, with a final jab at drinking bourbon.
About 100 residents of Paradise Spa oppose building a Baptist Church and Sunday School for its senior community. The Spa, once owned by Heers Brothers, Inc., was deeded to Loma Linda University. no church plans remain. Residents consider forming a non denominational church run by locals for seniors.
Clark County license chief seeks guidance from the attorney general on banning Pioneer Mortgage Bankers of Las Vegas from obtaining a business license amid unregistered land sales in 10 western states. Nevada officials say state action lacking, while candidates blame inaction and call for stronger laws to curb fraud and unlicensed brokers.
A total of 50000 in awards will be distributed to youths aged 14 to 21 with a top prize of 25000 for the finalist at Lions International 50th anniversary convention in Chicago. Entry requires contacting a local Lions chapter and writing a peace essay up to 5000 words.
Mint Hotel managing director Earle F Thompson unveiled a 90 day plan for the Fall Fun Festival beginning October 3. Highlights include the First Annual Sports and Outdoor Show, Hunter’s Haven with gifts and a Marksmanship Contest, The Man In Space live broadcast from a glass elevator, and a weekly Most Beautiful Legs Contest with cash prizes alongside the Big Nickel event offering $2,000 from nickels. Free beer champagne a costume ball and Nylon Fling add to the party atmosphere.
City commissioners approved no parking on Fremont Street between Main and Sixth Streets starting Oct. 5 after a Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce request. The measure faces opposition from Fremont Street retailers.
Open house at the Genealogical Research Library on Las Vegas Blvd invites the public with reference books manuscripts census films and reading machines. Conventions noted include Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge of Nevada Chiropractic Association of Nevada Dunes Hotel events and real estate boards.
Residents along Pecos Street between county and North Las Vegas complain of dust from heavy traffic. The county slow to act and North Las Vegas waters the street briefly. Eight to 12 school buses pass daily and traffic peaks at 228 vehicles in the morning rush. A petition for street improvements seeks over 200 signatures.
Sertoma Club struggles to secure a beer permit for the Jaycee County Fair after Sheriff’s office approval, a written nod from Convention Center director George Albright, and a condition that all beer be bought from Belding Catering at 10 cents above wholesale.
The notice discusses a charity running a booth and beer concession inside a convention hall and questions whether a premium permit should apply. It notes Sertoma operates a separate booth outside and raises concerns about unequal treatment.
Jack Kogan and Alex Gold confirm the program will resume broadcasting with the Jack Kogan Show, scheduling a return on Saturday at 3 a.m. They have been in discussions for several days about the revival.
The piece notes Baring dropped the ball on the water project but hints a recent ruling to halt new starts due to rising Vietnam War costs. It suggests SNWP delays and highlights millions slated for new starts in the appropriation bill.
Organizers of a statewide Democratic caravan failed to keep to the timetable with some participants noting that on the same day stops would require jets to meet the planned pace.
The piece argues NSU should gain more independence from the University of Nevada in Reno due to delays and furnishing issues. It notes growing resentment from northerners and impacts across campus in multiple areas.
A reward is offered for the return of a white female poodle puppy lost last Sunday near Alta and Rancho. A tearful plea asks for help. contact 382-2720 if you have information.
C. V. Patrick of 4031 Raymert won a color television in Milne Truck Lines 50th Anniversary contest by guessing the time for a fully loaded 1916 Ford Model T to travel from Salt Lake City to St. George. He was within one minute after two wrong formulas. the first Milne trip 50 years ago took 814 days, this year’s trip lasted 2 days 244 hours 12 minutes. Patrick works at Keenan Pipe and Supply.
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