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Lordsburg Liberal

Location

Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1968

Page

4

Kine Killing Susweet Ray Added To Ten Most Wanted Fugitives

FBI adds James Earl Ray to the Ten Most Wanted list to widen its distribution of his photo and description. Ray, alias Eric Strave Galt, is wanted for the MLK assassination and armed robbery. the notice details his appearance, past incarcerations, aliases, and the plea for information.

Kine Susweet Ray James Earl Ray Missouri She Strave Galt Martin Luther King, Jr FBI J. Edgar Hoover Ray Dr. King Memphis Tennessee Galt Birmingham Alabama Eric Strave Galt United States Jefferson City Missouri State Penitentiary Ilinois Los Angeles

Rio Grande water deal shifts shares to New Mexico and Texas

The agreement aims to deliver Rio Grande water under the 1938 compact, with Elephant Butte Reservoir allocations set at 57 percent to New Mexico and 43 percent to Texas. New Mexico users above the reservoir would gain extra water as Colorado’s underdelivery history persists. The settlement keeps the dispute in the U S Supreme Court, with potential further pressure on Colorado to fulfill its obligations.

Rio Grande Colorado New Mexico Texas Elephant Butte Truth Or Consequences U. S. Supreme Court

Robinson Memorial Window Dedication at First United Methodist

The First United Methodist Church holds a Sunday dedication service for the L. B. Robinson Memorial window and a new dos sal altar drape. Funds came from friends of Mr. Robinson who died recently, with the dossal financed by Homer Brooks Memorial reserves and Junior High Sunday School donations led by Mrs Vie Reay.

First United Methodist Church L. B. Robinson Robinson Homer Brooks Vie Reay

Lordsburg Briefs Highlight Local Travel and Visits

Mr and Mrs Albert Hill returned from Black Canyon to attend a state highway meeting. Ken Farnsworth and Allen Hill with spouses visited Carl Farnsworth in Tucson and Ted, Ralph, and Dutch in Nogales. Laura La Marca and Freddy of BYU Provo attended the Great Race in Silver City. Johnny La Marca helped push one car built by himself and James Murray.

Albert Hill Black Canyon Ken Farnsworth Allen Hill Ken Carl Farnsworth Tucson Ted Ralph E. D Dutch Nogales Laura la Marca Freddy Byu Provo Silver City Johnny la Marca James Murray

New Mexico and Texas Debate Water Delivery Pact

New Mexico and Texas clash over annual water deliveries as discussions surface about meeting obligations amid drought. Officials warn that failures could trigger interstate tensions and potential federal mediation during holiday periods.

Congress weighs bill on moving holidays to Mondays

Congress considers a proposal to shift several holidays including Veterans Day Columbus Day and Memorial Day to Mondays. The measure aims to create long weekends and simplify observance across federal offices and schools.

Congress Jon

McCarty McCart y Announces Hidalgo County Sheriff Bid

A candidate announces run for Hidalgo County Sheriff pending Democratic Primary action. The notice asks for votes and support from voters in the August 27, 1968 primary race.

Thygedson seeks re election as County Commissioner District 1

IVEN O. THYGERSON announces candidacy for re election to County Commissioner District 1 subject to the Democratic Primary on August 27. He urges voters to support him and expresses appreciation for their backing.

Joe H. Rouse Seeks Re election to County Commissioner District 2

Joe H. Rouse announces candidacy for re election to the office of County Commissioner District 2. He asks for votes and support in the Democratic Primary on August 27.

Joe H, Rouse

District 3 Democratic Primary Campaign Appeal

A campaign notice urges support for the Democratic Primary in District 3 County Commissioner race on August 27, 1968. The appeal invites voters to cast ballots and back the candidate.

County Treasurer Candidate Announcement

County Treasurer hereby announces candidacy for election to the office of county treasurer. The statement notes a bid for public office and seeks voter support in upcoming elections.

County Tax Assessor Declares Re election Bid

County notice from Mrs. Percy Brows seeking re election as Tax Assessor Hidalgo County. She asks for Democratic primary support in August and thanks voters for their continued backing.

Mrs. Percy

Hidalgo County Clerk Primary Election Notice

County Clerk office seeks voter support for the August 27 1968 primary. Emma J Scofteu urges residents to cast ballots and participate in the county’s local election process.

Hidalgo County Emma J. Scofteu

Probate Judge Announces Cat Run in Hidalgo County

Probate Judge announces candidacy for election to Hidalgo County Probate Office as a Democratic write in August 27. MRS. MERTICE BROOK is named in the notice.

Offic Hidalgo County Mertice Brook

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