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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1950
Page
9
The article notes that the extra two cent gas tax aimed to retire highway debentures and fund a pay as you go system. It cites savings of $182,500 from early retirements and a sinking fund balance of $1,000,195.30, with $493,340 pledged. It discusses potential gas rationing and the impact on road building, plus the state's plan to maintain pay as you go. It also includes local notices and community updates from Portal and nearby towns.
State government message from Gov. Mabry stresses preservation of republican ideals. The speech frames citizens as inheritors of the past and trustees of the future, urging engagement and responsible governance.
Names from Bisbee Ireland Sweden Germany Austria Mexico and Canada appear on a Newman's store register along with local residents. The piece notes Camp Martyr foot bridge demolition after a heavy rain and announces Johnny Miller’s enlistment in the service. Paradise visitors W W Sanderg and granddaughter Kathryn Wakefield are also mentioned, with Francesa Flores of Rodeo listed among readers.
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