21 Sep 1962
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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1962
Page
1
The Observation Post notes juveniles remanded to the Boys' School after late court appearances for intoxication. It urges liquor sellers to verify age and cites county clerk cards to prove legal drinking age, warning dealers to avoid supplying minors.
Engineering for Valley Comp Inc reports completion of the rural phone project with about 800 subscribers. The cooperative plans a 1,100 mile pole line across northern Cochise County Arizona and parts of New Mexico to serve Pearce Willcox Lordsburg and Animas. The $1.3 million application awaits Washington clearance after engineering.
Washington Hugh Pace, Hidalgo County Sheriff, died at 59 after a sudden stroke. He is survived by wife Elna, a daughter and six sons, plus fourteen grandchildren and several siblings. Pace served as water master, deputy sheriff, and was elected sheriff in 1958. Funeral services were held in Virden with continued notice on page 4.
Deming travels to face unbeaten Deming Wildcats in their own stadium after a 19-0 district win over Socorro and a season opening 15-0 vs El Paso Jesuits. Mavericks, nursing injuries, enter as underdogs against a rugged Wildcats squad with predicted early success.
Temperature readings captured by the Southern Pacific Railroad were recorded for specific dates and locations. The note lists multiple measurements and signals potential data logging across routes, indicating routine monitoring of environmental conditions.
Beverly Altuna was crowned queen of the St. Joseph's Annual Fiesta on September 16 at La Fiesta Club by Arturo Sauce do. Esther Padilla and Gloria Galvan named duchess and princess. The event supported the Catholic Church building fund with funds from a daylong program, dance, and barbecue at Plaza De Norte Park.
Clyde L. Bickerstaff of the Internal Revenue Service says students may still be claimed as dependents if they earn over 600. He advises parents to seek IRS guidance on how a son or daughter can be included on a federal income tax return.
The Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters of New Mexico hold the 76th Grand Lodge and 27th Grand Temple meetings in Lordsburg September 20 to 22. Leaders include Jack McGhee and Mrs. Jeanne Austin with receptions, committees, and a Friday coffee service at the KP Hall.
The Lordsburg Post Office begins business Monday September 24 led by Postmaster Don McGhee. The new facility offers south side parking plus street parking on Fourth and Shakespeare. Box count drops from 890 to 508 requiring patrons to inform correspondents of new numbers. formal dedication expected in November. building funded with private capital and leased to the Post Office Department.
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