Lordsburg Faces Rising Gas Prices Amid National Shortage
Local Shell distributor and former mayor Bill Kimbley says Lordsburg already sees higher fuel costs and limited service as the United States gas shortage persists. He notes autom otive gas up nearly two cents this month, with further price rises likely as refinery capacity lags demand. Oil companies favor investments other than refining, while New Mexico expects adequate supply this year, though allocations leave stations short of matching 1972 demand.
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Discrimination Charges Filed Against City of Lordsburg
The New Mexico Human Rights Commission is reviewing charges of racial discrimination against Lordsburg by 19 employees. Commissioner Ray Padilla will interview complainants and city officials as part of a thorough inquiry. Mayor Alan A. Koff and City Administrator H R Overholt pledged city cooperation with the investigation.
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Lordsburg Paving Project Hit By Bond Purchase Setback
A Denver bonding firm backed away from buying Lordsburg gasoline revenue bonds slowing the city’s final paving plan. Mayor Koff aims to bid the remaining projects, worth about 470000, with hopes for better pricing. State fuel tax data show growth though future revenue remains uncertain amid shortages and potential federal tax changes.
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Road Fund
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White House
Senate
Lee
Screwworm Outbreak Regions Hit Hidalgo County Ranchers
Hidalgo County reports 52 screwworm cases statewide with 26 in the county and 21 000 cattle on tax rolls. Officials blame high moisture and expect worst in July and August as sterile fly release programs proceed but cannot stop this year’s spread.
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