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Archive for June 4, 1997

Sports parimutuel betting recommended: While "Mega$ports" was recommended, the board held back on a related plan by an American Wagering subsidiary to make and distribute parimutuel betting systems - partly because of concerns about possible links to a notorious ...; 10:34 a.m.

12-year-old in critical condition following shooting: "There's talk that it may have been in retaliation for someone testifying about someone else - a snitch situation," said Sgt. Jim Owens of Metro's gang detail.; 10:34 a.m.

Sparks flushing, testing fire hydrants; brown water expected: One of the side effects is that flushing hydrants loosens rust deposits, sediment and debris in water lines, officials said.; 10:34 a.m.

Clintons as First Parents: Waltons of White House: Linda Feldmann; When Chelsea Clinton was a little girl in Arkansas, and daddy was governor, he would drive her to elementary school every morning. Once a week, he'd have lunch in the cafeteria with the kids, friends ...; 10:34 a.m.

Montana Newcomers Create Culture Clash: Todd Wilkinson; BOZEMAN, MONT. -- It's been said that no community in Montana loves to celebrate an old-fashioned parade more than trendy Bozeman - an agricultural college town that once served as an outpost of civilization on ...; 10:34 a.m.

Fifty Years Later, Marshall's Legacy Lives: Daniel Sneider; SAN FRANCISCO -- Last April, a group of construction industry businessmen hailing from Russia's frigid interior made their way to the more balmy clime of Louisiana's Gulf Coast. But the 10 men had little time ...; 10:34 a.m.

US Probe Into Nazi Ties Still Hurts in Switzerland: Cathryn J. Prince; Publication of a United States government report calling Switzerland Nazi Germany's banker has many Swiss still feeling betrayed and angry.; 10:34 a.m.

Is Nigeria a Coup Cop or Bully in Sierra Leone?: Antony Goldman; LAGOS, NIGERIA -- Humiliated at the hands of what it had described as a rag-tag army of mutinous soldiers and bush rebels, Nigeria says it will continue to spearhead regional efforts to return to power ...; 10:34 a.m.

Colombia Youths Break Stereotype Of Drug Violence: David Aquila Lawrence; From the time he was 14, Mr. Estrada's life focused on drugs, robberies, and gang war in Medellin, once Colombia's drug-trafficking capital. Nine months ago he decided to change. "I started to think that maybe ...; 10:34 a.m.

Medellin's Legacy of Drugs and Know-How: David Aquila Lawrence; People from Antioquia call themselves "Paisas" and have a different accent, a different cuisine, and even their own national anthem. Paisas have a reputation for hard work and ingenuity.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: William Everett Dial: Desert Memorial Cremation and Burial Society, 1111 Las Vegas Blvd. North, is handling private arrangements.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Jessie B. Brown: Visitation is scheduled from 4-8 p.m. Thursday in American Burial and Cremation Services, 310 Foremaster Lane. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday in Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Rudy Arebalo: Visitation is scheduled from 4-7 p.m. Thursday in Affordable Cremation and Burial Service, 2457 N. Decatur Blvd. Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday in Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Eugene E. Deflorentis: Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday in Red Rock Baptist Church. Affordable Cremation and Burial Service, 2457 N. Decatur Blvd., is handling arrangements.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Stanley Joseph Bajgot: Visitation is scheduled from 4 p.m. until a 6 p.m. rosary today in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Graveside services will follow ...; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Michael Edelman: Graveside services were 3 p.m. today in Palm Mortuary, 7600 S. Eastern Ave.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Johnny Clyde Dungan: A memorial service will be 3 p.m. Friday in Bunker Mortuary, 925 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Burial will be private.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Billie Kuss: Affordable Cremation and Burial Service, 2457 N. Decatur Blvd., is handling arrangements.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Enrique 'Henry' Saavedra Jr.: Visitation was scheduled from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. services today in Palm Mortuary, 1325 N. Main St. Burial followed in Palm Memorial Park.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Thomas Keesey: Desert Memorial Cremation and Burial Society, 1111 Las Vegas Blvd. North, is handling private arrangements.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Jay Nelson Gardinier: Desert Memorial Cremation and Burial Society, 1111 Las Vegas Blvd. North, is handling arrangements.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Belinda Faye Howard-Millner: Visitation is scheduled from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday in American Burial and Cremation Services, 310 Foremaster Lane. Services will be noon Thursday in American Burial and Cremation Services. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Ethel S. Yamaguchi: Visitation is scheduled from 3-8 p.m. today in Palm Mortuary, 1600 S. Jones Blvd. Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in Palm Chapel, Jones.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Mary Ann Gaston: Visitation is scheduled from 4-8 p.m. Thursday in American Burial and Cremation Services, 310 Foremaster Lane. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday in Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: William J. Lamoureaux: Visitation is scheduled one hour prior to 3:30 p.m. services Thursday in Palm Mortuary, 800 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson.; 10:34 a.m.

Obituary: Regina J. Monzillo: Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday in Holy Family Catholic Church. Palm Mortuary, 7600 S. Eastern Ave., is handling arrangements.; 10:34 a.m.

Rayburn denies bribe-taking from video poker operator: "I have sold a lot of things in my life, but I have never sold my vote and I want them (prosecutors) to prove it," Rayburn said.; 10:34 a.m.

House panel also advances casino contract: The House Criminal Justice Committee voted 7-4 to send the contract without action after a motion for a favorable vote failed.; 10:34 a.m.

State nuclear office put on short leash: The controls were proposed because of the audit and also because Loux at first balked at accepting the audit recommendations, Finance members contended.; 10:34 a.m.

Montandon wins over political veteran Goynes: The 33-year-old commercial real estate appraiser for Bank of America beat City Councilman Theron Goynes 55 percent to 45 percent Tuesday after vowing to improve the city's zoning decisions and fiscal management.; 10:34 a.m.

New home construction rate declines in Elko: "It looks like we're issuing more permits for remodeling of existing homes and garages and less for building of new homes," said Jennifer Sarman of the Elko County Community Development Department.; 10:34 a.m.

White Pine County and Ely City plan to share certain government costs: "There needs to be cooperation and communication on both sides or this agreement will fail," said County Recorder Joe Petrelli.; 10:34 a.m.

Magazine names E;ko County fair one of the tops in the country: A magazine on the business of special events has listed the Elko County Fair and Livestock Show among the top 20 events in the United States and Canada.; 10:34 a.m.

Executives paint rosy picture of industry's growth: The new projects will add some 24,000 rooms to the city's inventory; 10:33 a.m.

End-of-session votes seen on school, tax bills: Her "ring-around-the-valley" proposal, AB490, is in the Assembly Infrastructure Committee. Once approved there, it faces a vote on the Assembly floor and further hearings in the Senate.; 10:33 a.m.

Supporters of park's name change promise to continue their fight: "It is the good old boy and good old girl system," added Richard Franta of Las Vegas. "They figured they are going to hurt Mr. Lamb's feelings."; 10:33 a.m.

Grad gets high school sheepskin at 82: Gronert, with his freshly pressed crimson robe and new tie, was among 154 graduates of Reno's alternative Washoe High School. He was given a standing ovation.; 10:33 a.m.

Serving Your Community: * POLICE VS. FIREFIGHTERS -- The fifth annual Police vs. Firefighters Charity Baseball Game will be at 7 p.m. Friday at UNLV's Wilson Stadium. Proceeds from the event, sponsored by Bank of America, KVVU Channel ...; 10:33 a.m.

Columnist Elizabeth Foyt: 'Ladies Do Lunch' to benefit ballet: Elizabeth Foyt; Wendy Plaster, chairwoman of the luncheon, waited on the upper tier of the Crystal Room to greet the fashionable crowd, including Peggy Brown with Saks General Manager Mari Landers, Rene O'Reilly, Veda Costello, Jewel Brooks ...; 10:33 a.m.

Editorial: Drought ends in mental health care: The Legislature this week is promoting a nearly 50 percent increase in funding for mental health programs to meet the growing number of clients and to atone for cuts in the budget in late 1991.; 10:33 a.m.

Lutheran Social Services to mark beginning: "Being a Nevada nonprofit corporation, run by Nevadans, gives us more focus and renewed energy to do more for people in need here in our state," says LSSN Board President Duane Berglund.; 10:33 a.m.

People in the News for June 4, 1997: Rocking president; 10:33 a.m.

Letter: Court ruling will open door to presidential suits: This shortsighted ruling by the Supreme Court not only allows this president to be sued, but future presidents as well. There's nothing to stop me or anyone else from filing frivolous lawsuits against future presidents ...; 10:33 a.m.

Letter: Jordan's teammates give him too much recognition: One thing opposing players have learned -- touching or brushing Mr. Michael will result in a whistle.; 10:33 a.m.

Where You Stand for June 4, 1997: Charles Gilbert; 10:33 a.m.

Jazz legend Joe Williams to perform at CCSN: Rising to prominence as a vocalist with the Count Basie Orchestra 46 years ago, Williams has become an international star and the recipient of many awards and honors.; 10:33 a.m.

Reports show Sen. Reid richest member of Nevada's congressional delegation: Following Reid in order of apparent wealth are:; 10:33 a.m.

Judge, litigants' view of Family Court differ: CARSON CITY -- The much-criticized Clark County Family Court system is slow to make decisions, bases some rulings on sexism and is tearing families apart instead of uniting them, a parade of critics told state ...; 10:33 a.m.

Where I STand: Broadbent, Mack helped spread the spirit of tolerance: The Anti-Defamation League chose well last week when it selected former Airport Director Bob Broadbent and longtime Las Vegan Jerry Mack to honor at its annual Community Services Awards Dinner. For in those two individuals ...; 10:33 a.m.

Congressman's nephew hurt in water slide accident: The Nevada congressman's wife, Dawn Gibbons, told KRNV-FM the teen also has a collapsed lung. He is one of 32 people injured in the accident that killed a 17-year-old girl.; 10:33 a.m.

Upgrade of Legislature's computer system could top $1.2 million: "It's time to swallow our pride," Coffin said, adding that the high-tech, television-type display boards in the Senate and Assembly can't provide the range of information that was included on the old chalk boards.; 10:33 a.m.

Majors call on Nevada's finest: James Yodice; He wanted to play for the Florida Marlins. Simple enough. On Tuesday, he became official property of the Florida Marlins.; 10:33 a.m.

Columnist Paula Del Giudice: Free Fishing Days help sport: If you didn't see a thick envelope from the Hunt Application Office, maybe what you will find will be a refund check in a thinner envelope. I was thrilled to receive a deer tag for ...; 10:33 a.m.

Free fishing derby slated: The event coincides with Free Fishing Day in Nevada. Admission into the state park will also be free that day.; 10:33 a.m.

Preps: Soccer all-star games on Saturday: James Yodice; Clark County's premier high school soccer players are on display this weekend at Green Valley High School.; 10:33 a.m.

Columnist Peter Benton: Garrete-Yevorsky top Spanish Trail event: Peter Benton; Format for the two-day event was one low net ball of partners the first day and low net (both balls) the second day.; 10:33 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Big chance slips away from Chang: Dean Juipe; But it could also be better.; 10:33 a.m.

Media Notes: Reggie Theus likes the Bulls in 6 games: Tim Graham; About the only thing Reggie Theus didn't accomplish in his illustrious basketball career was an appearance in the NBA Finals.; 10:33 a.m.

Hunter class set for kids: Fee for the class is $5. To enroll, call 486-5127.; 10:33 a.m.

Texas Speedway banks troublesome: "I'm just sort of trying to find my way around," said Indianapolis 500 runner-up Scott Goodyear. "I literally drove into the turn and couldn't see it. I've never experienced anything like that before. We obvously ...; 10:33 a.m.

One Lap of America racers solicit bone marrow donors: Unfortunately for 43-year-old cross-country racing enthusiast Bob Kleinman of Somers, N.Y., the latter literally applies.; 10:33 a.m.

Fishing Report: * KIRCH WILDLIFE AREA -- Rainbow trout fishing is slow at Haymeadow and Cold Springs reservoirs, while the largemouth bass fishing has been fair at Haymeadow. On Monday an angler reported catching several bass while ...; 10:33 a.m.

All-Star soccer rosters: GIRLS; 10:33 a.m.

A wild night for woman pitcher: She also struggled in her debut at Sioux Falls, S.D., facing three batters and giving up three earned runs without getting an out as the Canaries went on to win 11-1.; 10:33 a.m.

Drug-use allegations ruin hurdler: Bert Rosenthal; "She'll look at me and say, 'Mommy, you OK, mommy, you OK?'" Farmer-Patrick said of little Sierra. "And I break out in tears.; 10:33 a.m.

Labor rallies for bargaining bill: The rally will be in front of the state's Bradley Building at 2501 E. Sahara Ave. from 9 to 10:30 a.m.; 10:33 a.m.

Johnson's injury brings plea for change in qualifying rule: Johnson, sidelined possibly 2-4 weeks with an injured left quadricep sustained during Sunday's 150-meter match race against Donovan Bailey, is considered "extremely doubtful" for the national championships at Indianapolis, where the first three finishers in ...; 10:33 a.m.

Company offers public a place to exchange all those pennies: That's the outlook of Coinstar Inc., a privately held company that has rolled out a fleet of 38 coins-to-cash machines at Lucky and Smith's supermarkets in the valley.; 10:33 a.m.

Veterans clinic to be named for Guy: Sen. Richard Bryan, D-Nev., sent a letter today to Veterans Affairs Secretary Jesse Brown recommending that the clinic at Martin Luther King Boulevard and Vegas Drive be named for Guy, a Coast Guard veteran of ...; 10:33 a.m.

Boulder City to get new mayor, right to OK city land sales: Both changes resulted from Tuesday's general election, as Eric Lundgaard, a 12-year veteran of the council in his second term as mayor, was soundly defeated and a charter amendment question restricting the sale of city ...; 10:33 a.m.

Lutheran Social Services celebrates birthday: "Being a Nevada nonprofit corporation, run by Nevadans, gives us more focus and renewed energy to do more for people in need here in our state," says LSSN Board President Duane Berglund.; 10:33 a.m.

Stars turn tables; blow out Rainiers: But taken in the context of the Stars' seven-game losing streak, it was a monumental victory on two fronts.; 10:33 a.m.

Tiny court to be site of big case: Cathy Scott; Posted daily on the women's restroom door, just next to the postage-stamp sized waiting area, is a docket of that day's cases, most of which are DUI charges, speeding or other moving violations such as ...; 10:33 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Callister defeat creates political vacuum at City Hall: Exit City Councilman Matthew Callister.; 10:33 a.m.

2 arrested in slaying of mobster Blitzstein: Rachael Levy; The murder was part of organized crime families' efforts to muscle in on Blitzstein's rackets, authorities alleged.; 10:33 a.m.

Kerns posts victory in LV judge's race: Bill Gang; Cedric Kerns, 31, pulled in 56 percent of the sparse vote to 44 percent for the 48-year-old Barlow, who was hampered by chronically low ratings in lawyer surveys over the past six years.; 10:33 a.m.

Few turned out to vote: The top turnout Tuesday was recorded in Boulder City, where 47.92 percent of registered voters cast ballots.; 10:33 a.m.

Girl, 12, caught in gunfire at school: Karen Zekan; "There's talk that it may have been in retaliation for someone testifying about someone else -- a snitch situation," said Sgt. Jim Owens of Metro's gang detail. "It may not have been directed specifically at ...; 10:33 a.m.

IGT comes to rescue of Project Youth: Andy Holtmann; On Feb. 21, the offices of Project Youth, a nonprofit program aimed at keeping kids out of trouble, were broken into and relieved of thousands of dollars in computer and office equipment. None of the ...; 10:33 a.m.

Sands construction exec charged with card cheating: Roger McElfresh, 58, vice president of construction at Las Vegas Sands Inc., which is building the Venetian on the site of the old Sands hotel-casino, and blackjack dealer Laura Hernandez, 21, were arrested by state ...; 10:33 a.m.

Larry Brown's victory unseats incumbent Callister in an upset: In January, when Larry Brown was considering what seemed like an impossible task of taking Las Vegas City Council Ward 4 seat from Matthew Callister, he met with Mayor Jan Laverty Jones over lunch to ...; 10:33 a.m.

Box score: Stars 11, Rainiers 4: E--Gipson. DP--Tacoma 1, Las Vegas 2. LOB--Tacoma 6, Las Vegas 12. 2B--Raabe, Zinter, D.G. Lee, Tredaway, Tatum, Helfand 3, D.L. Lee. HR--Ibanez (8), Sheets (6), Rohrmeier (12), Helfand (5), Tatum (8). SF--D.G. Lee.; 10:33 a.m.

Sports history for June 4: 1932 - Faireno, ridden by Tommy Malley, wins the Belmont Stakes by 1 1/2 lengths over Osculator. Burgoo King, the Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, doesn't run.; 10:33 a.m.

Boy who loves outdoors wants to go to camp: Frank's parents are good, honest and hard-working people who have been down on their luck for the last year. His father was ill for some time and unable to work. It's financially impossible to send ...; 10:33 a.m.

Jazz great Joe Williams to perform: Rising to prominence as a vocalist with the Count Basie Orchestra 46 years ago, Williams has become an international star and the recipient of many awards and honors.; 10:33 a.m.

Gamers optimistic about future: Gary Thompson; New resorts and infrastructure improvements will account for billions of dollars in investments in Southern Nevada over the next few years, gaming and civic leaders predicted.; 10:33 a.m.

SOuthwest Gas seeks second rate increase: But state Consumer Advocate Fred Schmidt says a $10 per month total increase on the average customer's bill from the two requests won't pass muster without a challenge.; 10:33 a.m.

Two arrested in connection with death of mob associate: FBI spokesman Aurelio Flores said a joint investigation led authorities to believe the two men were involved in the Blitzstein homicide but declined to elaborate.; 10:33 a.m.

Environmental alliance cites Nevada Power plants: The report says Nevada Power's Clark Station and its coal-fired power plant in Moapa each released 845 tons of sulfur dioxide in 1995 and more than 3,500 tons of nitrogen oxides in 1994.; 10:33 a.m.

Scant turnout nixes bonds, returns Council member Zive: A $10.25 million park and recreation bond failed 2,939-4,292. Voters nixed a $3.25 million bond for fire, police, public safety and administration offices 3,284-3,948 and a $2.5 million street and flood control measure failed 3,232-4,010.; 10:33 a.m.

Las Vegas business news briefs: By Mike Campbell; * MORE DELTA GAINS -- Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines continued its push for market share in Las Vegas, increasing passenger totals in April by 18.6 percent over the same period a year earlier. Overall, passenger ...; 10:33 a.m.

Defendants swat SLAPP suits: When Betty Butler told others about the unsatisfactory repairs, "They slapped me with a suit. I told them I will not shut up."; 10:33 a.m.

Name switch on DUI bill criticized: Sandy Heverly, executive director of Stop DUI based in Las Vegas, sent an open letter to the Sparks Democrat complaining that he tried to remove the name of Deena Marie Rizzo of Las Vegas from ...; 10:33 a.m.

County approved spending: * $29.98 MILLION: To Frehner Construction to build two miles of mainline freeway between Interstate 15 and Decatur Boulevard, including six bridges, as part of the southern segment of the Las Vegas Beltway.; 10:33 a.m.

Smith joins Rhodes, Brown in NLV council victories: The trio, all victorious in Tuesday's election, will combine with newcomer Mayor-elect Mike Montandon and Councilman William Robinson to form a council that is certain to shift toward a new direction.; 10:33 a.m.

Clark returned to Henderson council: Rachael Levy; Newly re-elected Henderson City Councilman Jack Clark said his top priority is to build an emergency resource center for senior citizens.; 10:33 a.m.

Say Yes to home run bonanza: Say Yes Dairy Products will award one $5,000 prize to an attending fan per home run via a free ticket drawing in honor of Dairy Month. There are no limits on the number of times ...; 10:33 a.m.

Theater rejected: Rachael Levy; Bond supporters, who canvassed neighborhoods in the days leading up to Tuesday's election, said their commitment to a theater and belief that Henderson would support one remains intact.; 10:33 a.m.

UMC pushes program for uninsured residents: Jeff Schweers; The board on Tuesday gave permission to University Medical Center director William Hale to approach the Legislature with proposed wording for a bill.; 10:33 a.m.

Commission pays $160,000 for airport art: Jeff Schweers; The board approved purchasing $160,000 worth of art Tuesday to decorate the new satellite D terminal under construction at McCarran International Airport, due to open next summer.; 10:33 a.m.

Van Landschoot thwarts Davis' return to bench: Van Landschoot won Tuesday's election by a margin of 53 to 47 percent and will take office July 1. Davis, ousted from the bench in 1995 for misconduct after 16 years of service, will return ...; 10:33 a.m.

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