27 Oct 1989
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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1989
Page
1
Hidalgo County commissioners heard Anita Miller of Potter and Kelly present the proposed land use ordinance step by step during Thursday session. Miller outlined key provisions and process milestones for community review and adoption.
Postoffice parking lot sidewalk and employee lot work is finished. Street resurfacing was paid by the city at a reduced rate during construction. A postal customer said it was a mess and Borrego apologized while thanking users for patience. Input was sought. presentation urged historic preservation into the ordinance. Auditors urged delaying payroll changes until January 1 with biweekly pay periods. County awaits more data before decisions on bank pledge and bids.
The Animas Public Schools will host a combined Halloween Carnival on Tuesday October 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at the Animas Community Center. Activities include a Hamburger Fry games such as Fish Pond Money Grab Balloon Darts and Cake Walk with a Nightclub featuring the Panther Football Team plus a Costume Contest and Poster Contest. Proceeds benefit the school.
The Lordsburg Optimist Club hosts a Punt Pass And Kick event on Saturday starting at 9:00 AM at the High School football field. Youth ages eight to fourteen compete for 1st to 3rd place in each group. trophies awarded and free hot dogs and sodas provided. For more information or to help, contact Don Kling at 542 3753.
The column warns readers to inspect twenty dollar bills both sides for authenticity or counterfeits. It notes potential markings and visual cues to verify genuine currency and avoid scams. The piece cites general guidance and urges careful examination before accepting or passing fake notes.
Lordsburg Gem and Mineral Society hosts its second annual show Friday through Sunday at the Lordsburg National Guard Armory. Demonstrations cover silver chain making, glass beads, Tiffany style lamp shades, gem faceting, and mineral identification. Field trips depart 9:30 to 12:00 to Westar Gold Mine. Society president Bill Langham advises comfortable shoes, hat, water, and a collecting bag for easy walking tours. The theme is Lapidary Arts of The Southwest with 255 local school children visiting Friday morning. Other officers include Ross Veeder, Rebecca Richins, and Maggie Veeder. A melodrama note mentions bills with twenty in two corners and the word TWENTY. a cautionary tale about appearance of such bills in Lordsburg.
City Hall reports a faulty printing problem causing unreadable portions of characters on statements and reports. The computer remains accurate when queried, but the printer omits parts of digits, with correction planned by the November billing cycle. For details call 542-3421.
Hidalgo County Homemakers Council sponsors an Arts and Crafts Fair at Lordsburg Civic Center on November 3 and 4. Senior Citizens run the concession stand and booths offer handmade items and baked goods. Cowbelles Club sells beef based foods, cookies and candy from town and out of town exhibitors participate.
Phelps Dodge Mining Company announces senior promotions effective November 1, 1989. Jeffrey G. Clevenger becomes Morenci Manager. W. J. Pete Chen moves to Morenci Assistant Manager. William H. Champion Jr. becomes Hidalgo Smelter Superintendent. Timothy R. Snider will be promoted from Hydermetallurgical Operations Superintendent Morenci Branch to a new role.
A noon luncheon for businesspeople will be held Friday October 27 at Kranberrys Family Restaurant. The event is dutch treat and open to all attendees. Morenci General Superintendent and E Michael Schern, currently Director of Engineering and Geological Services at Morenci, will be appointed Executive Assistant to the General Manager of Phelps Dodge Mining Company domestic operations.
Lordsburg Optimist Club hosts Halloween Carnival and haunted house tour next to Bread of Life Bakery on Motel Drive. Haunted house tours start at 7 PM, carnival activities begin 6 PM with balloon bust, fishing booth, ping pong throw, and dime pitch. Food booths offer nachos and sodas. Booth space via Don Kling at 542-3753.
Mayor Arthur Clark Smith presents a two part column urging residents to self reflect and stop negativity toward local governance civic groups church schools and media. He warns against staying away from community events and advocates supporting local businesses and institutions.
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