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Archive for November 3, 1997

Artist Lassen unveils new works: An unveiling by Lassen of his latest work "Maternal Love II" valued at $120,000 will be unveiled exclusively for children in the GATE program prior to the show at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 21. The children ...; 11:30 a.m.

An evening of 'Renaissance Jazz': Accompanying Sabella are two new members of the Sabella Consort. Travis Ranney will play acoustic and electronic woodwinds, including saxophones, flutes and wind synthesizer. Keyboardist Gary Fukushima will add additional improvisational skills on piano and ...; 11:29 a.m.

Hilton boosts bid for ITT: Gary Thompson; The lawsuit also seeks to rescind several ITT defensive measures, including a merger agreement with Starwood Lodging Corp., which has offered $82 a share -- though just $15 per share in cash -- for ITT.; 11:28 a.m.

Development at Grand Canyon may dry up spring water: Proposed development that would tap into groundwater, however, could cause the 30 or so such springs to eventually disappear, a UNLV hydrologist says.; 11:28 a.m.

Small-town credit union embraces customers: Phil Hagen; How the majority of his relatively slim marketing budget doesn't really even go to marketing; it goes to this community of about 14,000 located 25 miles southeast of Las Vegas.; 11:00 a.m.

Monument honors two local Civil War veterans: In time for Veterans Day, the site has been turned into a monument for Southern Nevada's only two known Civil War veterans, thanks to the efforts of a Las Vegas couple and the generosity of ...; 10:59 a.m.

Churchill D.A., deputy named in suit: A hearing was to be held in Fallon today before visiting District Judge Mike Fondi on the complaint, which charges Pasquale and Deputy District Attorney Bruce Matley with malfeasance in office.; 10:58 a.m.

Area 51 saga heads to federal court: The government resists acknowledging the installation even exists. An attorney's office is sealed from the public. A sitting president invokes executive privilege to suppress evidence.; 10:57 a.m.

Civil War Historical Society helps to educate Americans: "We step into the role of the soldier and try to educate people about what it was like to have lived in the 1860s," said Jim Hinds, a former Nellis Air Force Base staff historian, ...; 10:57 a.m.

Credit unions, banks meet in court: Phil Hagen; "I'm sure they're hurting for business in this town," says Robert Crowe, president of the local Chamber of Commerce. "The credit union has something like 90 percent penetration in town, so it's gotta affect them. ...; 10:55 a.m.

Rio files to sell stock: The company will use the proceeds to reduce borrowing under a bank credit line that matures on June 30, 2001, according to a registration statement filed today. The credit line had $70 million outstanding at ...; 10:55 a.m.

Couple battle problems of compulsive gambling: For the first half of his life he was a compulsive gambler, for the second he became a workaholic treating compulsive gamblers and traveling the globe speaking out on all the issues involved in gambling ...; 10:54 a.m.

Rising Lake Mead closing some areas: The federal Bureau of Reclamation has scheduled another man-made flood similar to last year's experiment on the Colorado River, bureau spokesman Bob Walsh said.; 10:53 a.m.

LV resident moving up in Legion Auxiliary ranks: "When I joined in 1971, I didn't know there was anything beyond the unit," said Lockhart, a 34-year Las Vegas resident. "It became my second full-time job. Even though I am now retired, I still ...; 10:52 a.m.

Substation making a difference in Primm: Cathy Scott; The NHP substation opened last month in Primm, and after just 30 days troopers are reporting more stolen cars, more felony stops and slower motorists, as well as nabbing a suspect Metro Police say killed ...; 10:51 a.m.

Making Child Haven a home: Elizabeth Dutton; Despite a busy schedule, she sat holding a crying baby in the infant cottage at Child Haven.; 10:50 a.m.

Box Score: UNLV 109, USDBL 84: Game played at T&M Center on Saturday, Nov. 1, 1997; 10:40 a.m.

Police Athletic League to bring fitness to kids: Cathy Scott; Founded in 1932 by the New York City Police Department, the Police Athletic League, or PAL, is about to become a reality for Las Vegas kids.; 10:27 a.m.

Second person dies from weekend accident: Cathy Scott; Larry Sussman, 33, of Las Vegas, who died late Saturday from his injuries, was driving a 1997 Ford Mustang convertible at 4:40 a.m. Saturday, heading west on Charleston Boulevard and into the Durango Drive intersection. ...; 10:25 a.m.

Grant gives rural students computer network: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's rural development program announced that the 16 schools in the Nye County School District will receive $157,000 in grants and a $143,000 loan for the creation of a computer network.; 10:24 a.m.

Gun battle leaves two dead: Cathy Scott; The shootout occurred just after 8 p.m. Sunday on University Avenue, next to the University United Methodist Church in the 4400 block of Maryland Parkway.; 10:24 a.m.

Four-car accident sends three to hospital: Just before midnight Friday, a 1983 Oldsmobile, driven by Sachie Ohia, 37, of Las Vegas, was stopped on Oakey Boulevard at Jones Boulevard. A 1996 Lexus, driven by Sherri Terry, 31, of Las Vegas, was ...; 10:21 a.m.

People in the News for November 3, 1997: Briefly; 10:19 a.m.

IHL recaps for November 2, 1997: AUBURN HILLS, Mich.--The Detroit Vipers (5-4-3) outshot the Quebec Rafales (6-4-2) 38-18 on their way to a 3-0 win Sunday at The Palace. A crowd of 10,583 saw the Vipers move into a tie for ...; 10:18 a.m.

Where I Stand: Nevada's Jean Ford and other Silver State treasures: When Jean Ford came to the Nevada Assembly 25 years ago, it took but a short period of time for her to gain attention. Both as an assemblywoman and later as a senator, she worked ...; 10:14 a.m.

Box Score: Thunder 7, Ice 1: Second Period -- 6, Las Vegas, Day 6 (Byakin, Pattison), sh, 5:25; 7, Las Vegas, Belanger 10 (Lefebvre), 14:58. Penalties:Hymovitz, Indianapolis (hooking), 1:31. Yerkovich, Las Vegas (roughing), 4:54. Nasreddine, Indianapolis (interference), 7:44. Belanger, Las Vegas ...; 10:12 a.m.

Obituaries for November 3, 1997: William Gilman, 75, of Las Vegas died Saturday in a local hospital. He was born Jan. 1, 1922, in New York City. A 13-year resident, he was an aerospace engineer and a World War II ...; 9:51 a.m.

Gaming panel has direction: WASHINGTON -- The National Gambling Impact Study Commission heads into its first meeting on the road in Atlantic City in January with a new sense of direction.; 9:50 a.m.

Former NLV mayor Seastrand dies: Seastrand, who served 16 years as mayor and six more as a councilman, collapsed Sunday night after speaking at a meeting of the Clark County chapter of the National Council of Christians and Jews at ...; 9:49 a.m.

Massage is the message: Art Nadler; Got a colicky baby? Just can't sit still? Is wide awake at 2 in the morning, and wondering why you're not up, too?; 9:41 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: 49ers' stock drops despite narrow win: Dean Juipe; The subject: unraveling the mystery of the Super Bowl favorite.; 8:49 a.m.

Moorer fighting for respect: Dean Juipe; Indifferent.; 8:47 a.m.

Bayno confident after showing in exhibition: Steve Carp; Bayno figured senior Tyrone Nesby would elevate his game against Upstate Developmental Basketball League, and he did, scoring 31 points in the Rebels' convincing 109-84 win. Bayno also figured two of his highly touted freshmen, ...; 8:47 a.m.

Rebel football team has two more shots: Tim Graham; After Saturday's 45-19 loss to Colorado State at Sam Boyd Stadium, UNLV cannot have a winning campaign. The Rebels are 3-6 overall and 2-4 in the Western Athletic Conference with only two games left.; 8:47 a.m.

Jarrett victory tightens up points race: Jarrett made up almost a full lap on the mile oval under green-flag racing to win Sunday's Dura-Lube 500 at Phoenix International Raceway and pull to within 77 points of Jeff Gordon for the $1.5 ...; 8:45 a.m.

Team chemistry appears fine for the Rebels: Steve Carp; The first meeting of Chemistry 101 went well, considering most of the class is still getting to know one another.; 8:40 a.m.

UNLV volleyballers lose to Hawaii: The UNLV volleyball team was defeated Sunday night by No. 14 Hawaii in a WAC crossover match 15-2, 8-15, 15-8, 15-9 in front of 513 at the Lied Gymnasium. Because UNLV is in the Mountain ...; 8:40 a.m.

Rebels in Miami finals: The 11th-ranked UNLV golf team moved into today's finals of the second annual Rolex National Intercollegiate Match Play Team Championships at Miami. Eight of the top men's teams in the nation are competing head-to-head using ...; 8:39 a.m.

Rebel soccer beaten at Air Force: The 17th-ranked Air Force soccer team outshot UNLV 10-0 in the first half Sunday en route to a 4-2 victory at Colorado Springs. In one of the most unusual plays of this --or any -- ...; 8:38 a.m.

Columnist Ralph Siraco: Breeders' Cup road rocky: Ralph Siraco; We are now just five days from Breeders' Cup XIV and hours away from the entry deadline for thoroughbred racing's championship day.; 8:36 a.m.

Southern Conference soccer playoffs down to 4 teams: Green Valley, Cheyenne, Bishop Gorman and Cimarron-Memorial won first round matches this weekend at the Southern Conference soccer playoffs.; 8:35 a.m.

Prep Notes: Cross Country: Basic grabbed four of the top 10 spots and won the 4A boys' Zone cross country meet this past weekend at Indian Springs. Oliver Redig finished first in a time of 17:23.23 and teammates Rob ...; 8:34 a.m.

Kinser leads wire-wire to win 23rd sprint race: Kinser tuned up for the Outlaws season finale with his 23rd sprint car win of the year in the Action Performance World of Outlaws Western World Sprint Car Championship Saturday night at Manzanita Speedway. Kinser, ...; 8:32 a.m.

Sprague all but wraps up NASCAR truck series title: Sprague has a simple task before him in order to clinch the series championship in the season finale. And he has no intentions of doing anything risky prior to Sunday's race.; 8:32 a.m.

Box Score: Wolves 4, Thunder 3 (SO): Second Period -- 3, Chicago, Marinucci 3 (Bes), 18:27. Penalties:Potvin, Chicago (hooking), 1:56; Pearson, Chicago (roughing), 6:30; Marinucci, Chicago (hooking), 14:42; Maltais, Chicago (slashing), 15:45; Day, Las Vegas (interference), 15:45; Byakin, Las Vegas (holding), 20:00.; 7:37 a.m.

Lieutenant governor's fourth chief of staff begins work: Hammargren's first chief of staff was Bob McCaffery, who returned to the aerospace industry following complaints by Common Cause of Nevada that he had used official state stationery to endorse an automotive product.; 4:16 a.m.

Ford chief kicks off specialty equipment show: The Baja Baby Ranger, which comes equipped with a tool kit, is built as the perfect vehicle for a romp through the desert.; 4:16 a.m.

IHL Standings November 2, 1997: Northeast Division; 3:52 a.m.

IHL recaps for November 1, 1997: KALAMAZOO, Mich.--In a carbon copy of Friday's result, the Quebec Rafales (6-3-2) edged the Michigan K-Wings 3-2 in a shootout Saturday before 2,720 at Wings Stadium. Marc Rodgers and Steve Larouche scored for Quebec in ...; 3:30 a.m.

IHL recaps for October 31, 1997: INDIANAPOLIS--Jesse Belanger had two goals and an assist to lead the Las Vegas Thunder past the Indianapolis Ice 7-1 Friday at Market Square Arena. The Thunder (7-5-1) have scored 15 goals in their last two ...; 3:30 a.m.

Chicago Wolves 4, Las Vegas Thunder 3 (SO): Chicago Wolves 4, Las Vegas Thunder 3 (SO); 3:30 a.m.

Las Vegas Thunder 7, Indianapolis Ice 1: Las Vegas Thunder 7, Indianapolis Ice 1; 3:30 a.m.

Casino sides hope to win governor's support Tuesday: Without Foster's backing, it is likely that U.S. Bankruptcy Judge T.M. Brahney III will order the casino's owner, Harrah's Jazz Co., into liquidation on Wednesday, said Harrah's Jazz attorney William Patrick.; 2:58 a.m.

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