Transportation debate as Lordsburg board weighs bus contract
Lordsburg School Board discussed outsourcing district activity transportation after Bruce Samuel proposed ending in house bus service. President Lance Williams warned about state policy fluctuations. Superintendent Phil DeFoor noted asset sale risks and the need for more information, with 1985 86 year not ready. The board awarded a long time IBM rep Roque Garcia a maintenance contract and scheduled bids for stadium improvements. Resignation of Harvey Hale as industrial arts instructor was accepted for September 1, and a special meeting was set for July 12.
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Bruce Samuel
Lordsburg
Samuel
Lance Williams
Phil DeFoor
DeFoor
Williams
Silver City
Roque Garcia
IBM
Garcia
Harvey C. Hale
School Teacher Pedals His Way To San Diego
Jim Snell, a 26 year old art teacher from Sylvania, Georgia, pedaled toward San Diego from Deming to Lordsburg, riding about 100 miles daily. He plans to reach San Diego this week, may sell his bike to the highest bidder, and will return to Georgia after a coast vacation. His trip is supported by the Sylvania Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce, with lodging provided locally. Diane Snell accompanies him in a family car and donations to Sugar Diabetes are welcomed with notes sent to the local Lions Club.
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Jim Snell
Sylvania
Georgia
San Diego
California
Lordsburg
Deming
Safford
Diane
Lions Club
Sylvania Lions Club
Chamber of Commerce of
Sylvania Chamber of Commerce
Council Hears Housing Authority Problems
Lordsburg officials discussed housing budget matters and delinquencies with Mark Grady of the Lordsburg Housing Authority. The council granted a request for office equipment, noted six vacancies, and heard complaints about three wheelers. Budget items for a hot air balloon festival were proposed by the Chamber, and bids were awarded on several supplies.
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Mark Grady
Lordsburg Housing Authority
Lordsburg
Housing Authority
Francis Calderon
van Strawn
Strawn
Linda Schulz
Heidi Anderson
Chamber of Commerce
A.C. Rodriguez
1970 Graduates To Hold Reunion This Weekend
Festivities for the class of 1970 include a dinner dance at 7:00 p.m. Friday July 5 at the Elks Cub and a Sunday July 6 picnic at the EP grounds, marking their fifteenth anniversary. The Animal School Board meets Tuesday July 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Elementary Library. agenda posted in area post offices. Public invited.
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The
Elks Cub
Animal School Board
Weather outlook for late June across week
Forecast covers Monday through Sunday with daily high lows. June 24 to 30 shows warm days with highs near mid 90s and overnight lows in the upper 50s to mid 60s. Expect dry conditions with no significant rain chances.
Restraint Laws Now In Effect In New Mexico
Judith M. Espinosa, secretary of the Transportation Department, announces a July 1 effective amendment to the Child Passenger Restraint Law in New Mexico. The changes raise age limits and allow enforcement with a $50 fine, requiring proper restraint for children under eleven in cars, vans, or pickups. Compliance rose in earlier years as fatalities fell, and officials expect further safety gains with the broader requirements.
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Judith M. Espinosa
Transportation Department
New Mexico
Espinosa
Espainosa
Third Session Of Swimming Lessons To Begin
The third session of swimming lessons starts Tuesday July 9 at 10:00 a.m. at the city pool with 30 minute classes daily Tuesday through Saturday for two weeks costing 10 dollars. Adult classes run 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and registration contact Fred LaMarca at the city pool. Senator Jeff Bingaman will be in Lordsburg Saturday for a town meeting at the Civic Center and will meet with county and city officials there.
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Tueday
Fred LaMarca
Jeff Bingaman
Lordsburg
Civic Center
Hidalgo County Welfare Offices Close Downgrade Budget Move
The Hidalgo County Income Support Division and 10 other county welfare offices were closed June 28 to meet the 1986 budget plan. Clients will be served by the Grant County Silver City office, with mail and phone service prioritized. ISD will make periodic trips to Lordsburg for in-person meetings and emergency field visits.
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Hidalgo County
Lordburg
Human Services
Juan R. Vigil
Human Services Department
ISD
Lordsburg
Grant County
Silver City
Hudson
P.O
Lordsburg Social Services
Lordsburg Businessman Services Held Saturday
Wong Fook Kuan a Lordsburg businessman who owned the Hong Kong Restaurant died June 26 at Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City. He was born October 28 1922 in Canton China and moved to Lordsburg twelve years ago from Hong Kong. He is survived by his wife Wan HoKan Wong a son Rolando Wong four daughters Lily Wong Rosy Wong a brother Wong Fook and a sister Mona Lee. Visitation June 28 and funeral June 29 at the Heather Chapel with Father Narcisso Rivera officiating. Burial followed at Mt View Cemetery. Pallbearers listed.
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Wong Fook Kuan
Gila Regional Medical Center
Silver City
Canton
China
Lordsburg
Hong Kong
Wong
Wan HoKan Wong
Rolando Wong
The
Phillipines
Lily Wong
Rosy Wong
Tucson
Wong Fook
Phil
Lipines
Mona Lee
Edmonton
Canada
Heather Chapel
Narcisso Rivera
Mt. View Cemetery
Ray Estes
Felipe Alvarez
Lawrence Medina
Jesus Estrada
Frank Chaires
Gilert Mora
Fourth of July events in Lordsburg hosted by City and Optimist Club
The City of Lordsburg and the Optimist Club plan annual Fourth of July activities at Short Park with safety reminders and booth opportunities. No alcohol in city parks is allowed, and enforcement will be strict due to crowds and children. Mayor Hill and city staff wish residents a happy, safe Independence Day and invite questions at The City Corner, 206 South Main Street.
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City of
Lordsburg
Optimist Club
Short Park
Sheriff’s Department
Mayor Hill
Main Street
New Mexico
Arthur Clark Smith
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Hidalgo
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Dockum Distributing
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Dora Martinez
Mike Silva
Harriet Malott
Hidalgo County Welfare Office
Lordsburg Businessman
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