15 Dec 1977
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Newspaper
Lovington Daily Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1977
Page
1
The column blends holiday nerves with local shooting reports. Neill Walker notes Texas pheasant spots near Roswell and Artesia, while families prep lights and trees. Bruce Larsen pays a $50 contempt fine after missing a court setting, with Judge John Walker presiding.
Associated Press forecast shows fair conditions through tonight with slight temperature changes. Friday brings clear skies and cooler air with winds diminishing to 10 to 20 mph from the northwest. Hobbs expected in the mid 30s to low 60s, Lovington similar ranges.
Gov. Jer ry Apodaca proposes increasing state support for public schools in New Mexico for 1978 79 by 34.1 million dollars raising total state appropriation to 331.527 million. Public School Finance Chief Harry Wagalter notes declining enrollments and rising utility costs while defending the equalization funding formula before the Legislative Finance Committee.
Congress moves toward a compromise Social Security bill aimed at stabilizing the system for 33 million Americans, with a broad tax increase hitting 107 million taxpayers. The measure promises higher benefits, extended pensions for older retirees, and steps to reduce long-term deficits, though some workers face substantial tax rises.
U S Rep Harold Runnels rushed from Lovington to Hobbs then Washington to cast a single vote against the compromise Social Security bill. He warned of a tax hike to 7.15 percent by 1987 on earnings up to 42 600 and a tax reach of at least 3045 dollars for a family.
President Carter said the United States could act as a trusted intermediary in Middle East peace talks between Israel and Egypt. He urged that any final settlement address Palestinian refugees and gain acceptance from moderate Arab leaders to enable a broader settlement. The Palestinian Liberation Organization was cited as the only major group not yet making a gesture toward peace.
Santa Claus arrives in Tatum this Saturday December 17 from 9 to 11 am across from Tatum Cash Grocery. Children can visit him to place orders and receive treats from Jolly St. Nick.
AP reports Agriculture Department experiments show cattle gain faster when given about one pound of cement dust daily. Georgia farmers Lee Barr Carrollton Pet Barnett Collard Valley and Sam Floyd Pine Knot shared observations, prompting a Beltsville led trial comparing seven cement dust fed steers to seven standard diet steers over 11 weeks.
Mary Paula Patton of 1311 San Andres Hobbs pleaded guilty in Lovington district court to three counts of forgery involving checks dated April 12 at Gibson's and Thriftway No 1. A plea bargain dropped five charges. sentencing set for January.
Congress adjourns for the year after failing to pass Carter’s energy package. President and leaders praise half of the 95th Congress for accomplishments, citing creation of a Department of Energy, stimulus legislation, and Social Security financing reform. Next year expected to advance energy measures.
A special Christmas worship service and fellowship will be held at the Presbyterian church this Sunday December 18 with worship beginning at 10 am followed by a Christmas Sunday December 25 service. No church school will be held that day. All Rae and others without a church home are invited to attend.
Contributions to the Avington Community Christmas Card are received from Chuck Wilma Kay Dawn Kevin Kuhlemeier Mac Effie McCracken Margie Conway Barnard Carlton Ruth Pope Bud Rose Thurman Alvin Bernice Breckon Joe Enid Witherspoon Otis Pruitt Steve W Givens John Fran McNally Nancy Winford Carlile Dick Leslie Patton Tatum Faye Calls Joe Anella D Lene Jeff Andrews Ernest Thelma McNutt.
The farm strike begins with uncertain effect on prices as farmers seek 100 percent parity. Florida and California produce may drive quick impact, but neither state shows full participation. Officials note citrus and vegetables lack subsidies and could feel the strike.
Funeral services for Harvey McKee are scheduled for Friday at 2 30 PM at First Baptist Church in Merkel Texas A simple service with a closed casket Starbuck Funeral Home of Merkel is in charge Interment will be in Newman Cemetery near Merkel Donations may be made to the Newman Cemetery Fund through Starbuck Funeral Home in lieu of flowers The McKees lived in Lovington for about 18 years They were members of Northside Baptist Church Bro Joe Surratt pastor of Northside Baptist Lovington and the Merkel pastor are in charge of services
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