Race Track Could Boost Silver Downs Area Economy
Turf Paradise manager John Herbeveaux told Silver Downs directors that a race track would lift the community by creating local jobs and spurring spending at feed stores and restaurants. He argued racing’s integrity and noted Silver City’s climate suited year round training while a $65,000 state study could pave Silver Downs’ next steps. A Western New Mexico University poll found local support at about two to one, and a barbecue closed the meeting.
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John Herbeveaux
Turf Paradise
Phoenix
Silver Downs
Herbeveaux
Silver City
Steve May
New Mexico
Business College of Western New Mexico University
Real West Civic Center
Lordsburg Talent Show Draws Young Performers
Guzman Rendon and Ruiz lead act donating a $30 prize to Africa. Four way tie for fourth earned consolation prizes a set of gift certificates. Winners include square dancers Antillon Cramer Jimenez Marquez and others dancing to Forward Six and Eight. Mindy Gomez and Susan Flores performed Mickey. Local businesses and officials supported, LEA plans annual event to boost arts interest in Lordsburg.
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Auto
Los Arcos
Gift Shoppe
Montgomery Ward
Bishop Lumber
Jim Culberson
Gilbert Mora
Fritz Placencia
Hilda Ramirez
Lance Williams
Lordsburg Education Association
Lordsburg
LEA
Hidalgo County Democrats Praised in El Paso Times
A letter from Mary Inez Garcia, Dona Ana County Vice-Chairwoman, commends Hidalgo County Democrats as a model for New Mexico, citing the April 30, 1985 El Paso Times stating Hidalgo remains the strongest Democratic area in the state.
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Hidalgo County
el Paso Times
Hidalgo
New Mexico
Democrats
Mary Inez Garcia
Dona Ana County
A Day On The Job At The County Department
Deputies guided Cecy Guardiola and Nina Gonzales through firsthand departmental duties while Irma Verdugo observed dispatch coordination between outside activities and internal operations. Martha Rodriguez and Gina Orona learned county clerk Margaret Coogan maintains a vast records system.
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Cecy Guardiola
Nina Gonzales
Irma Verdugo
Martha Rodriguez
Gina Orona
Margaret Coogan
Bob Kerr
Jose Jasso
Maggie Medina
Best backyard birdseed to attract desired species
To lure cardinals chickadees goldfinches and jays choose mixes with proso millet sunflower seeds peanut kernels and fine cracked corn. Avoid bulky oats and milo that attract pests and bulk up price while reducing appeal to target birds. For guidance contact the National Wildlife Federation in Washington DC.
Traveling with Children Four Expert Tips for Fun
Experts share four travel tips for families on the road. Pack light snacks to curb restlessness, avoid over driving beyond about 300 miles daily, and keep kids busy with music. A portable Yamaha Portasound PCS 500 with PlayCard helps beginners, plus optional ears for privacy. If multiple kids travel separately then reunite at a planned spot to foster harmony.
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Yamaha
Vet Rep Visits Lordsburg on May 10
Jose M. Salas of the New Mexico Veterans Service Commission will be in Lordsburg at the Welfare Office 334 E Railroad Ave on Friday May 10 from 9 30 a m to 5 p m to assist veterans dependents and survivors in all veterans affairs matters.
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Jose M. Salas
Veterans’ Service Commission
Lordsburg
E. Railroad Ave
Veterans’ Affairs
Nylon patent spurred first nylon toothbrush bristles
The first commercial nylon product was toothbrush bristles, produced after nylon received its 1937 patent. This marked a landmark move in synthetic fibers and consumer goods, highlighting nylon’s early impact on daily hygiene items and industrial materials.
Bicycle History and Local Charity Ride Update
The article traces bicycles from early France to modern bikes and notes a postponed bike-a-thon for St. Jude's Children's Hospital. The event is chaired by Lordsburg residents Richard Chaires Ronnie Defoor and John Mora with merchant supporters and volunteers all credited for pledges and participation.
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France
St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital
Lordsburg
Richard Chaires
Ronnie Defoor
John Mora
Thunderstorm date prediction proves accurate in April claim
In January Jiggs Reed warned of thunder and lightning on a specific April day, a forecast he attributed to Jakie McCants. The storm Saturday confirmed the date, while the piece notes media hype over the President's Germany trip and cemetery talk and debunks Kiki Chaires piloting a B25 bomber.
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Jiggs Reed
Jakie McCants
Jigg
Germany
Julie Corrales Wins All Star Award at Lordsburg High
Julie Corrales of Lordsburg High School is named the Girls Top Athlete in the Women’s Sports Foundation MILKY WAY Bar High School All-Star Award. The national program honors athletic excellence and good citizenship with a certificate, All-Star patch, and the WSF College Athletic Sponsorship Guide signed by Billie Jean King and Donna de Varona.
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Julie Corrales
Lordsburg High School
Women’s Sports Foundation
WSF
Billie Jean King
Donna de Varona
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