Tax Increase Proposed By Robin Brazier
Mayor Clark Smith announced the Councils plan to raise gross receipts tax by half a percent at the June 15 meeting saying there is nothing else to cut. He cites reduced federal revenue sharing and notes last year’s 1/2% proposal failed at the polls. The council expects over $100 000 yearly from the tax with fieldhouse funding seen as a potential blessing or new path.
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Robin Brazier
Clark Smith
Smith
Lordsburg
New Mexico
Gonzales
Be Careful Fire Chief Warns on Fireworks Hazards
Lordsburg Fire Chief David Rowell cautions residents amid dry conditions about fireworks dangers to people and homes. The piece notes funding debates for city services, discusses Positive and Negative Referendum options, and reports a July council meeting approving vacation plats and a property line issue.
Lordsburg City Seeks Bills By June 28 for Year End
The City Clerk stated that all businesses must submit statements to the City by June 28 to ensure prompt payment as the fiscal year closes. No purchase orders will be issued after June 24 except for emergencies, and at the June 28 City Council special meeting all bills received will be brought forward for payment approval.
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Lordsburg
Sherri Arredondo
Rex Carnes Takes His Work Seriously
Rex Carnes, seen around Lordsburg with his seeing eye dog Barrett, travels from Arcadia, California to aid Jehovah's supporters. Legally blind since 1965 from retinal degeneration, he once worked as a machinist and now aids Jehovahs across the United States. He plans to attend a Tucson convention attracting eight to ten thousand attendees.
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Lordsburg
Post Office
Kress Produce
Rex Carnes
Barrett
Rex
Arcadia
Calif
Carnes
Tucson
United States
Jehova's
Weatherization Funds Now Available in Hidalgo County
Hidalgo County opens a weatherization program to aid six low income, elderly, and handicapped households. Applicants must show income proof and public assistance documentation. Free repairs include weather stripping insulation caulking and more. Apply at Central Home Education Livelihood Program Office P O Box 834 Central New Mexico 88026 or call 505 537 5464 to speak with Teresa S Madrid.
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Hidalgo County
Central Home Education
P.O. Box
Central
New Mexico
H.E.L.P
P.O
Bensley Aims For 1988 Olympic Rifle Team
Todd Bensley a Lordsburg resident and 1984 Olympian remains among about eighty five shooters seeking one of the U S rifle and pistol or moving target slots for the 1988 Olympic Shooting Team. He has trained at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs for two years and competes in Running Game Target with .22 caliber rifles at 50 meters against a moving life size boar target.
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Todd Bensley
Lordsburg
United States
Beasley
Olympic Training Center
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Todd
Lordsburg High 1978 reunion plans announced
Plans for the Lordsburg High School Class of 1978 ten year reunion run July 1 to 4. Friday registration at La Fiesta 7 PM. Saturday features a high school tour at 10 AM, a banquet at 5:30 PM, and a La Fiesta dance. Sunday family picnic at KP grounds at 11 AM. Todd’s shooting credentials listed include 1984 Olympics participation and 1987 Pan American silver, with Beasley slated for the 1988 Olympic shooting team selection in Chino California.
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Lordsburg High School
Todd
Activities Scheduled For Fourth In Lordsburg
The Fourth of July in Lordsburg includes a mushball tournament a seven mile run and a municipal swimming pool open with food and game booths. Booth space is available via City Hall. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and City of Lordsburg a fireworks show closes the day at dusk.
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Lordsburg
Second Session Begins At Lordsburg Pool
A new swimming program starts at 10:00 a.m. on Monday June 27 at the Lordsburg Municipal Swimming Pool. Fred La Marca, Director, says sessions run two weeks with half hour daily lessons costing 10.00 dollars. Parents may register children on June 27. contact La Marca at 542-3774 for details.
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Lordsburg
Fred la Marca
la Marca
City Corner Urges Safe Fireworks Use This Fourth of July
The city urges caution as fireworks pose safety hazards amid dry conditions. Citizens should manage litter and avoid endangering homes, vehicles, and properties. Law enforcement will patrol for litterers, seeking public cooperation to prevent disasters. /s/ Arthur Clark Smith, Mayor
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Arthur Clark Smith
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