Hidalgo County Faces Budget Struggles and Zoning Debate
Gross receipts tax approved while Potter-Kelly request was tabled. Officials cite a $148,000 emergency service debt and rising insurance costs from 16 to 24 percent. Library wages remain low. seniors and extension agents request modest increases. Sheriff Darnell warns on jail staffing and liability. grants may save $40,000 to $70,000. A follow up budget workshop is set for April with Commissioner Rico presiding.
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Burgess
Potter-Kelly
Rice
Hidalgo County
Marsha Hill
Chamber of Commerce
Missy Morales
Morelos
Betty Lazar
Charlie Siepel
County Fair Board
Ena Mitchell
Billy Darnell
Darnell
Tommy Anderson
W.L. Sanders
Low cholesterol eggs tested in powder form for food use
A new process removes about 90 percent of yolk cholesterol, reducing a single yolk's 290 mg to safer levels. Initially sold as powder for products like cake mix, the eggs aim to taste natural and be renowably priced, with two whites suggested as a substitute in baking. New Mexico State University and USDA cooperative programs are noted.
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Michael Foods
New Mexico State University
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Letters to The Editor on marriage and zoning in the county
A reader recalls early married life hardships with cattle work and scarce lighting then criticizes a drastic cut to the Zoning Ordinance. The letter notes hours spent on the Land Use Plan, seeking improved community outcomes but finding disappointment. The writer concludes with an overheard remark about zoning changes.
David Jarvis Services Held At Cotton City
David LeRoy Jarvis age 74 died Friday at his residence in Animas after living in Las Vegas and Windmill areas. Funeral was Tuesday at 2 PM at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Cotton City with interment at LDS Cemetery. He left a wife Elsie and children James L Dee Loran Nora Gilpin Peggy Digby Beverly Spano and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was born March 29 1915 in Benson Arizona and worked at Phelps Dodge. He was a member of the LDS Church and lived in Hidalgo County for 18 years. He was preceded in death by daughter Carolyn Wilson and brother William H Jarvis Jr.
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David LeRoy Jarvis
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Cotton City
Charles Maxwell
LDS
Benson
Arizona
Phelp
Dodge
Animas
Las Vegas
Nevada
Church of Jesus Christ
Utah
Eurine
Seattle
Washington
Mary Wilcken
Amy Cloward
Mapleton
Ruth Chase
Monticello
Carolyn Wilson
William H. Jarvis, Jr
Baca
Heather
Going Away Party for Lordsburg Couple in New Barn
Doc and Ethel Myers of Noble Oklahoma thank friends for a surprise farewell in Barbara and George Hoggett Botzko Livingston Fallis and others at Barbara and George’s new barn on February 19. They praise the turnout and kindness before moving due to health reasons.
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Lordsburg
Doc
Oklahoma
Barbara Hoggett
George Botzko
Margie Livingston
Joanne Fallis
Mama Bear
John
Marsha Hill
Barbara
George
Ethel Myers
Linden Lane
Noble
Little League Tryouts Set for March 25 at Field
Tryouts for Little League and Senior League are Sunday March 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Little League field. Registrants should contact Donna Renteria at 542-3757 or Cindy Nava at 542-9560 for details and re registration.
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Donna Renteria
Cindy Nava
Hidalgo County Political Announcements 1990 Primary
A set of Hidalgo County political announcements announcing candidacies for County Treasurer Assessor Clerk Sheriff Probate Judge Magistrate Judge Commissioner Districts Two One Three and County Commissioner. Candidates include Camacho Ramirez Ramirez McCarty Mitchell Salinas Wood Thygerson Chaires Mejia and Hall with notes on primary June 5 1990 and paid-for disclaimer.
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Camacho
Hidalgo County
Ramirez
Samuel
Coogan
Margaret Payne Coogan
McCarty
Leroy McCarty
Mitchell
Ena Walter Mitchell
Robert E
Bob) Hall
Wood
Herff
Pat) Wood
Thygerson
Ivan Thygerson
District One
Don
Pinky) Kerr
Francisco
Kiki
Mejia
Museum work continues as storage and donations under review
Audience notes large amounts of donated property stored at various places and finds of pictures in a dump因 due to lack of storage. City funds may cover any skating rink additions, but only temporary fixtures will be used. Insurance remains liability only while a proper storage and protection plan is sought.
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Hill
Bivens
Leon Speer
Senior Citizens News Highlights Activities and Birthday Cheer
Local seniors enjoyed Dominos and crocheting with an informative talk by Bethleen Swapp on polyunsaturated fats. Grace Wright celebrated her 90th birthday and Under The Rainbow donated green carnations for St Patrick's Day. Upcoming events include an AARP meeting, Welcome Center visit, and craft sessions at the Civic Center.
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Bethleen Swapp
Bethleen
Grace Wright
Grace
Sherri
Civic Center
Welcome Center
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Olivia A. Ramirez
Martinez
Kerr
Senior Citizen News
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U.S.P.S
Shakespeare Lordsburg
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Jack Walz
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