Lordsburg School Budget Approved with Raises Amid Reversion Debate
Lordsburg Schools approved most items of the budget despite program cuts. State Finance Chief Harry Wagaker endorsed the package including a 13 percent pay raise for certified and noncertified staff. The board adjourned then reconvened June 17 at Lordsburg High School to review cost analyses for Virden students and a one year moratorium on their transfer to Duncan. The 1974-75 operating budget totals about 1.2 million dollars, with per pupil spending rising from the prior year.
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Banks Urge Public to Return Pennies in Short Supply
The First National Bank and the Treasury seek help easing a penny shortage. Citizens may deposit or cash $25 worth of pennies for a Special Citation. Banks will screen orders to curb speculative demand while copper costs rise.
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Lordsburg Welcomes Extern Dave Huggins for Six Month Hospital E
Fourth year medical student from Huntsville Alabama arrives July 1 to begin a six month externship at Hidalgo General Hospital in Lordsburg working under Dr Wetselaar. Huggins 31 year old father of two seeks clinical experience in the field.
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Lordsburg Plans New Port of Entry for Trucks and Tourists
A Lordsburg port plan aims to add a separate tourist information center and picnic area at new entry facilities near the Lordsburg airport. Groundwork is done with lights and plumbing installed, and construction may begin soon as the highway opens. Port supervisor Robert Rodriguez notes drawings are complete and trailers may move to the site once traffic starts.
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Lordsburg City Council approves gas rate hike
Lordsburg residents face a 25 cent per 100 cubic feet rise in natural gas rates. Mayor Ted White said city rates last rose in 1971 and El Paso Natural Gas increased its city charges, justifying the move to avoid higher costs for locals. Council 3 to 0, Frank Orona abstained.
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