Local civic leaders praise Alamogordo figures and question political dreams
The district governor Billie Holder visited Lovington and praised the town's progress while outlining his busy roles in Alamogordo. The editorial weighs Col James Hughes entering politics, noting his patriotism but doubting political competence and predicting possible public rejection of idealism.
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Federal Space Contract Shared by White Sands and Partners
A $13 million federal award allocated to White Sands Missile Range Space Data Corp of Phoenix and two other parties funds a project to build and launch instruments to collect atmospheric data. The effort involves White Sands, Space Data Phoenix plant, and the Pok Flat Rock Facility at Kirtland.
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Runnels Plans NATO Review and Albuquerque Visit
Rep. Harold Runnels said no near term NATO base cutbacks are expected and he will join five colleagues in Copenhagen to study NATO forces. He may announce political intentions at a Saturday Albuquerque press conference. Also, a separate note reports Dave E. Roberts and Janet McNutt wed in an airplane ceremony conducted by District Judge William F. Riordan.
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William F. Riordan
Farm prices hit new high as July ceilings end
UPI reports the US farm price index rose 20 percent to a record in the month ending Aug 15, signaling higher retail food costs. Beef cattle, hogs, wheat, corn, soybeans, eggs and cotton led gains, while tomatoes, potatoes and apples cooled the overall rise. Prices showed parity over 100 percent for the first time in 21 years.
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Sirica declines to consolidate Watergate suits
Chief judge John J. Sirica refuses to merge the Senate Watergate committee and Archibald Cox suits seeking Nixon tapes. He issues a brief order denying the move, signaling a continued split in how the cases proceed. Cox opposes delays that could affect grand jury access to the tapes and the December term.
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Grain Sorghum Prices Begin to Fall in Texas Markets
LUBBOCK UP I grain sorghum prices have dropped after a three week surge. Elbert Harp of the Grain Sorghum Producers Association cites uncertainty over crop size and buyer caution as prices fall from 4.70 to 3.60 per hundredweight in Fort Worth. Harp notes potential elevator shortages in East Central Texas but no statewide shortage, and dismisses rumors of price controls stating Agriculture Secretary Earl Butz refused to halt price moves.
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Amarillo
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Price Of Happiness Up In Santa Fe Fiesta Costs 2000 For Zozobra
The annual Zozobra burning during Santa Fe Fiesta costs about 2000 to build the 40 foot puppet. A fireworks filled ceremony draws about 90 000 spectators at Fort Marcy Park north of the Plaza. Will Shuster created Zozobra in 1924 and the Santa Fe Downtown Kiwanis Club oversees the event.
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Weather Outlook for Eastern Plains With Scattered Thunderstorms
Partly cloudy and warmer today with widely scattered thundershowers mainly this afternoon. Fair tonight and Saturday morning with widely scattered thunder showers Saturday afternoon. Portales 85 60 87 Lovington 86 62 89 Artesia 86 62 89.
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First Christian Presents Dramatist James Oliver Lyttle
Hollywood writer James Oliver Lyttle, a religious dramatist, visits First Christian Church Lovington. He will perform during the 10 50 a m worship service on September 2 and has toured widely with Bible character portrayals and acting instruction.
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NM Screwworm Infestation Worst In Ten Years
A USDA spokesman said New Mexico faces its worst screwworm year since 1963 with 130 confirmed cases in the past week and 670 for 1973. Dr. M E Meadows urged ranchers to spray livestock with approved pesticide and treat wounds promptly during September and October peak activity.
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Alamogordo Gunman Identified inOfficer Killing
Manuel Salinas confirmed as Kane Salinas, wanted for aggravated assault, believed to have shot Police Lt. Jim Vigil during a traffic stop. Vigil died after exchanging fire. Salinas was found dead in his car nearby, with both pistols nearby and investigators treating it as a suicide after the fatal confrontation.
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Chrysler reiterates stance amid UAW overtime demand
Chrysler Corp's labor chief warned a strike could occur if the United Auto Workers do not revise demands for voluntary overtime. William O'Brien said time remains before the Sept. 4 deadline and urged accommodation, while UAW President Leonard Woodcock said overtime remains a blocked issue and could trigger job actions.
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Gas Price Controls Delayed To September 7
The Cost of Living Council delayed the effective date of retail gasoline controls to September 7 due to court challenges. The move affects about 165,000 brand name dealers and follows prior suspensions and appeals. AAA warned against broad shutdowns, while dealer groups plan possible Labor Day actions.
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Veteran lawman named Clovis chief
Nel son Worley, a veteran Curry County lawman and former sheriff, was unanimously named Clovis police chief to replace Ken Kingsbury, who was fired. Worley will take the post Saturday after serving as acting chief. The city also approved pay raises, more cars and motorcycles, a retirement plan, and hiring four patrolmen, one detective, and a secretary.
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NO SPLIT NM Republicans React To Scandals
State GOP Chairman Murray Ryan of Silver City says Watergate and the Agnew grand jury probe have little effect on New Mexico Republicans in the 1974 elections. He predicts Mamie Lujan Reyes and Harold Lujan can win reelection, and denies any party split over the scandals.
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Elevator mishap leads to escape attempt at county jail
Deputies respond to an alarm when Mexican national Villar Diaz Socorro, 32, inadvertently exited the elevator on the wrong floor while being taken to Bernalillo County Jail. Officials say the escape was caused by the elevator shutting doors and not the prisoner, as his fellow detainees were returned to custody.
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