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Archive for June 4, 1998

People in the News for June 4, 1998: Movie miscellany; 11:27 a.m.

Letter: Criticism of Limbaugh, listeners offensive to reader: Greenspun also called Rush's listeners "small and stupid." I'm offended by that and ask why we don't see most of this information in the paper?; 11:25 a.m.

BLM's controversial Pine Nut plan may be postponed: Carson City supervisors are among those who are interested in securing an additional two months for comments.; 11:24 a.m.

Man sentenced in beating death of retired colonel: May told Washoe District Judge Janet Berry he was saddened by the death of Col. Robert Whitmore, 79.; 11:24 a.m.

Downtown convention center mulled in Reno: The push comes as the Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority launches a $60,000 study to determine the feasibility of expanding the Reno-Sparks Convention Center on South Virginia Street.; 11:24 a.m.

Kiwis Take New Look At Their Vietnam Vets: David Cohen; WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND -- For New Zealanders old enough to remember, Kim Phuc remains frozen in time: She is immortalized in the Pulitzer Prize-winning photo of a naked nine-year-old girl, arms outstretched, fleeing a napalm ...; 11:03 a.m.

Hunger Fight Takes Modern Twist in Sudan: Lara Santoro; "This is not normal," notes Mawiir Nyok of Sudan's Relief and Rehabilitation Committee. When the Dinkas resort to slaughtering their cattle, he explains, "you know it's pure hunger."; 11:02 a.m.

Columnist Peter Benton: Sinatra benefit big success: Peter Benton; TO SAY THE inaugural Las Vegas Frank Sinatra Celebrity Classic was a success would be an understatement.; 11:01 a.m.

SUN Board: Community events, meetings, classes: Special interest; 11:00 a.m.

Columnist Joe Delaney: Scaring up some memories of Rhyolite and Beatty: Joe Delaney; Beatty, a crossroads town with less than 2,000 inhabitants, is a little bit of what rural America used to be: warm, neighborly people who got together for a Saturday parade, an open market fair, an ...; 11:00 a.m.

Phillies pick UNLV's Zipser: Spencer Patterson; It didn't take long for a local player to be selected on day two of the Major League Baseball amateur draft.; 10:59 a.m.

Obituaries for June 4, 1998: She is survived by one daughter, Audrey Morrison-Allen of Pleasant Hill, Calif.; two brothers, Fred Pena of Los Angeles and Dan Pena of San Lorenzo; two sisters, Lupe Domingues of San Lorenzo and Clorinda Montoya ...; 10:58 a.m.

UNLV may continue rivalry with Hawaii: Steve Guiremand; Hawaii may not have been deemed good enough to join the WAC's Breakaway Eight this week, but UNLV football coach Jeff Horton would love nothing better than to continue playing the Rainbows each year.; 10:56 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Brian Greenspun: Goldwater's patriotism went beyond party lines: He died last week at the age of 89. And like the incomparable talent who preceded him just slightly in death, Frank Sinatra, the man who led the conservative revolution in America did it his ...; 10:56 a.m.

WAC split may affect scheduling: Steve Carp; It may be premature to think the Western Athletic Conference split could impact the upcoming basketball season. But time is of the essence if the 1998-99 schedule is to be revamped to reflect the changes ...; 10:55 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Ruling changes composition of Olympic teams: Dean Juipe; By Dean Juipe LAS VEGAS SUN; 10:53 a.m.

Botha ready to shed his contract with King: Dean Juipe; Frans Botha wanted to talk.; 10:53 a.m.

Las Vegan Norwood enjoying his stint as world champion: Dean Juipe; He was tooling around town running a few errands when a call came in on Freddie Norwood's cellular, asking him if he could meet at the Top Rank Gym.; 10:53 a.m.

LV doctor: Tiger's back problems not serious: Keith Kleven, one of the nation's leading physical therapists who is working with Tiger Woods in Las Vegas, said the golfer's recent back problems should not keep him out of this month's U.S. Open.; 10:53 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Nevada GOP's anti-union initiative may be backfiring: Nevada labor leaders are ecstatic in the wake of Tuesday's rejection by California voters of Proposition 226, a similar initiative that sought to require unions to get permission from their members before deducting dues for ...; 10:49 a.m.

Walton, Payton at local camp: Walton, Payton at local camp; 10:44 a.m.

Bryan seeks White House fete for UNLV's golf team: "The UNLV golf team has made Nevada proud and their remarkable achievement is worthy of recognition at the highest levels," Bryan said. "I know that with the President's love of golf he will welcome the ...; 10:43 a.m.

Planning chairman runs for McDonald's seat: City Councilman Michael McDonald represents the ward now, and is mayor pro tem. Mayor Jan Laverty Jones is running for governor. If elected, McDonald would become mayor.; 10:43 a.m.

Mirage purchase of Boardwalk approved: CARSON CITY -- It may be three or four years before gaming magnate Steve Wynn conceives a grandiose plan for his new acquisition on the Las Vegas Strip.; 10:42 a.m.

Mirage hires top manager to build new entertainment lineup: Bernard Weinraub; In a move designed to alter the type of entertainment now seen in Las Vegas, Stephen Wynn, chairman of Mirage Resorts Inc., announced the appointment Wednesday of Sandy Gallin, a top talent manager, to join ...; 10:41 a.m.

Hilton near Grand acquisition, possible split: Gary Thompson; Neither company would comment on the status of the negotiations, which have heated up again following a hiatus prompted by the sale of 24 million Hilton shares in April from a charitable trust controlled by ...; 10:33 a.m.

Hilton ups bid for LV Country Club: Hilton ups bid for LV Country Club; 10:32 a.m.

Mississippi Gaming officials predicting big summer: Figures do not include the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians' Silver Star Casino & Resort in Philadelphia.; 10:32 a.m.

Crescent Valley man drowns in reservoir near Elko: Harding apparently drowned on Tuesday while trying to swim to the drifting boat, Sheriff Neil Harris said. He said extremely cold water probably played a role in the death.; 10:27 a.m.

Partner in first LV glass business Wilgar dies at 76: Bob, who was unable to serve because of near-fatal head injuries sustained in a diving board accident when he was a teenager, turned them down, saying that he was content in his role as a ...; 10:26 a.m.

Leukemia claims former owner of popular Palladium: He founded a successful carpeting company in New York, but left it to start a floor refinishing business that did quite well in Beverly Hills, Calif. He left there to form a successful Hollywood and ...; 10:26 a.m.

Ohrenschall gets custody of daughter: Art Nadler; Katie Ross, 16, became a ward of the court in February, following an investigation by CPS that accused Ohrenschall of seeking homeopathy treatments for her daughter's ulcerative colitis, rather than having the teenager undergo an ...; 10:23 a.m.

Inmates get diplomas in prison graduations: Cathy Scott; It was while confined, he said in a graduation speech to his classmates, that he finally learned how to read by taking Clark County School District prison classes.; 10:22 a.m.

Test Site drill simulates nerve gas attack: A simulated terrorist's bomb exploded at the Nevada Test Site's Hazardous Materials Spill Center, signaling the start of a biological and chemical exercise involving 31 members of federal, state and local emergency crews.; 10:21 a.m.

Computer problems slow Gates' petition verification: Jeff Schweers; Clark County Registrar of Voters Kathryn Ferguson said such slowdowns could affect her office's goal of completing the verification by next Thursday, a day before a June 12 court hearing has been scheduled to argue ...; 10:20 a.m.

Woman charged with exploitation of daughter: The mother was arrested on allegations of sexual exploitation and gross negligence of a child. She was booked into the Clark County Detention Center Wednesday night and her daughter was taken into protective custody, said ...; 10:19 a.m.

Police check for motive in shooting outside casino: DeMarllo (cq) Donahue, 24, of Las Vegas, was listed in fair condition at University Medical Center late Wednesday with a bullet wound to the left hip, received in a barrage of gunfire near the valet ...; 10:19 a.m.

Sparks gets funds to brace against disasters: Noelle Barton; Sparks, northeast of Reno, was one of 50 communities named by FEMA officials to participate in "Project Impact, Building a Disaster Resistant Community."; 10:18 a.m.

Mentoring program links adults, students at risk: The Stay in School Mentoring Program, a partnership between the Clark County School District, the United Way and Target Stores, is an offshoot of America's Promise established at the President's Summit for America's future, said ...; 10:17 a.m.

Council approves annexation over landowner protests: Adrienne Packer; At least once City Councilman was reluctant, but members voted unanimously to adopt the 185-acre county pocket bounded by Lone Mountain Road to the south and Elkhorn Road to the north.; 10:17 a.m.

Henderson slams door on small casinos: Adrienne Packer; Assistant City Attorney Liza Conroy said Wednesday that the state passed a law in 1992 banning smaller establishments. A grace period was granted, giving developers the choice to apply with the city or the state.; 10:16 a.m.

Rodman goes overtime in LV: Tim Graham; "Give it to him," the pit boss snapped at the craps dealer.; 9:56 a.m.

Belmont Stakes Winners: 1868-General Duke; 9:54 a.m.

Five more judges recommended for Family Court: Sandy Thompson; At Wednesday's fifth and final subcommittee hearing, Assemblywoman Barbara Buckley, D-Las Vegas, said Washoe Family Court judges handle 2,000 cases each, compared to their counterparts in Clark County who each handle 4,274 cases annually.; 9:54 a.m.

Safe passage of waste disputed: "I bet I'm the only person you know who can't wait for gridlock," Halstead, Nevada's consultant on transportation of nuclear waste, said.; 9:53 a.m.

San Clemente offers sympathetic ear to Nevadans' concerns: Martin Kuz; Standing on the covered patio of the Tropicana Grill, the cozy cafe where he waits tables, Aaron Sherman looks out at the San Clemente Pier. Great whorls of water gnash at its wood supports. Eight-foot-high ...; 9:53 a.m.

Editorial: President key to temporary dump: It should be remembered that while House Speaker Newt Gingrich pledged earlier this week that he would not permit a vote on the dump, it was the Gingrich-led House that in October 1997 voted 307-120 ...; 9:38 a.m.

Editorial: Money can't buy love -- or elections: But California voters sent a clear message Tuesday that money doesn't always talk in politics. Together, Al Checchi and Jane Harman spent more than $45 million with nothing to show for it but losses in ...; 9:38 a.m.

Letter: It's not government's place to keep children smoke-free: Anyone under 21 should not smoke, drink, etc., but that responsibility belongs to parents, counselors and pastors, not the king of the mountain.; 9:37 a.m.

Letter: Money no reason to get away with murder: Money should not free you from justice.; 9:37 a.m.

Letter: Can't afford a child? Condoms aren't as costly: It seems that Kort's friend and his now-wife have more of a problem making responsible choices than anything else. If this young man could not afford a child, he most certainly could have afforded a ...; 9:36 a.m.

Letter: Manuals won't help if workers are illiterate: Could they even read a Spanish language manual? What about the estimated 11 percent of functionally illiterate American unskilled workers?; 9:36 a.m.

Henderson council puts a stop to future applications for neighborhood casinos: The city considers limited gaming establishments casinos with a maximum of nine table games and between 75 and 199 slot machines or gaming devises available for customers to play.; 9:35 a.m.

Dial File: 'Truman Show' - Far-out fantasy or eerie future?: Such is the -- I actually shudder when I write far-fetched, since that word loses meaning as modern media hurtles fearlessly forward -- premise of the new movie "The Truman Show."; 9:33 a.m.

Fast facts about David Spade: * TICKETS: $40, $32, $27.; 9:29 a.m.

Ace of Spade: Louis Chunovic; In future editions of Webster's dictionary, when you look up the word "snarky,"no doubt there you will find a picture of David Spade.; 9:29 a.m.

Family Court changes recommended: The subcommittee quickly dismissed a suggestion from some disgruntled litigants to abolish the family courts altogether and agreed to support judges next legislative session in their quest to get five more family court seats.; 9:19 a.m.

Man dies in fire in van on Vegas street: Firefighters were called to the scene west of the Strip at 2:52 a.m. on a report of a van on fire. They found smoke coming from the inside of an older model Dodge van.; 9:19 a.m.

Assemblywoman Genie Ohrenschall regains custody of daughter: Hardcastle made Ross a ward of the court but allowed her to continue living with her mother and older brother.; 9:19 a.m.

Lawmakers ask data on growing cost of special education to locals: By the late 1980s, Dopf said the state had cut its share of the cost to about 60 percent of the average price of operating a special education classroom.; 9:18 a.m.

Couple escapes after door is set on fire: Firefighters arrived to find the door to the one-story brick apartment on fire. Investigators said a flammable liquid was poured on the outside of the front door, then set on fire.; 9:18 a.m.

Workers begin costly process of checking 7,474 signatures in recall petition: The process was ordered last week by Secretary of State Dean Heller. It will take at least a week and could cost as much as $25,000 in overtime, lodging and travel for workers from Carson ...; 9:18 a.m.

Sparks included in new disaster preparedness push: Sparks was selected because of multiple hazards including fire, drought and flooding from the Truckee River. It sits in a seismic zone that has 30 active faults and suffered an earthquake with a magnitude of ...; 9:16 a.m.

Service station gas leak contaminated Reno water: The leak is threatening a well owned by Sierra Pacific Power Co. Although there is no immediate threat to local drinking water supplies, it could place added pressure on the supplies if the summer is ...; 9:16 a.m.

Neighbor says accused teen murderer may have been suicidal: Scott Sonner; Colby Becker didn't kill himself but he and his eight-grade classmate, Kyle Ray, were being held in the Lander County Jail today accused of first-degree murder in the triple shooting last weekend of Ray's parents ...; 9:16 a.m.

GCB endorses deal giving gaming giant 42 acres: Under the plan that must be reviewed June 23 by the board's parent state Gaming Commission, a Mirage subsidiary will merge with Boardwalk Casino Inc.; 9:15 a.m.

Neal disclosure form falls short of Guinn, Jones wealth: But the commission wants more information from Russo. The panel sent a letter to the GOP candidate asking him how he supports himself financially and gave him 10 days to file an amended form.; 9:14 a.m.

NBA Finals-Overtimes: 1952-Minneapolis 83, New York 79, Game 1; 7:58 a.m.

Columnist Steve Carp: Belmont may yield good Fish story: Steve Carp; If a horse is on the verge of achieving greatness, there's always someone ready to be a killjoy, a mosquito on the mane if you will.; 7:54 a.m.

Fight schedule -- June 4, 1998: At Hamburg, Germany, Juan Carlos Gomez, Cuba, vs. Guy Waters, Australia, 12, for Gomez's WBC cruiserweight title.; 7:53 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's Selections For Hollywood Park: Selections made for clear racing conditions before scratches.; 7:52 a.m.

Friday at Golden Gate: 1st race 6 fur 4YO&up F&M Mdn Clm; 7:52 a.m.

Friday at Belmont Park: 1st race 6 fur F&M 3YO&up Mdn; 7:52 a.m.

Buckshot has Winston Cup mind-set: Associated Press Writer; 7:44 a.m.

Rob Hill is one tough guy: For The Associated Press; 7:42 a.m.

Auto Racing Glance -- June 3, 1998: NASCAR; 7:41 a.m.

Box Score: Stars 6, Buzz 3: E--Beltre, LaRocca LOB--Salt Lake 8, Las Vegas 6. 2B--Arias, Buchanan. HR--Mouton (2). SF--Mouton.; 7:29 a.m.

Box Score: Buzz 7, Stars 5: Salt Lake; 7:29 a.m.

Box Score: Stars 8, Buzz 2: Salt Lake; 7:29 a.m.

Box Score: Sky Sox 6, Stars 5: Colorado Springs; 7:29 a.m.

Pacific Coast League standings through June 3, 1998: Midwest Division; 5:48 a.m.

Serial rapist probe focuses on one man: Karen Zekan; Without isolating the particulars that have police focusing on the specific male more than a few hundred other potential suspects, Lt. Tom Monahan spoke broadly about what piques a detective's curiosity in finding a suspect ...; 5:13 a.m.

Miller to promote Las Vegas in Far East: On Monday, Northwest Airlines inaugurated new nonstop service between Tokyo and Las Vegas. Miller is hoping other airlines will follow.; 5:12 a.m.

Labor, Republicans plan expensive fight over anti-union measure: Labor leaders said Tuesday's resounding defeat of a similar measure in California would help swing momentum against the Nevada proposal.; 5:01 a.m.

Las Vegan nominated for Black Book: DiBari did not attend Thursday's hearing, but will be given a chance to defend himself at the Gaming Commission's hearing.; 5:00 a.m.

Organic farming catching on in Nevada, weather permitting: "Even with a cover the tomatoes just wouldn't survive," Johnson said. "I'm starting to believe that El Nino may be affecting the weather that we are having."; 2:19 a.m.

School district obtains restraining order on student's father: "The guy was upset because his daughter wasn't going to graduate and he lost his temper," District Superintendent Marcia Bandera told the Elko Daily Free Press.; 2:18 a.m.

Cool weather slows first hay crop: But better days appear to be ahead.; 2:17 a.m.

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