22 Dec 1983
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Newspaper
New Mexico Gallup Independent
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1983
Page
1
Fragmentary notes show Chad Witt and Keith Witt, two children from Gallup, expressing high hopes for Christmas. Chad, age three, wants a bicycle, while Keith, age one, asks for a different toy. Local family names include Von and Sand Witt.
A hand printed note bearing the name Don Boles was found in a New Mexico telephone booth in 1978. Arizona authorities reportedly did not pursue the lead, as noted on page LO.
The exact date of Jesus Christ's crucifixion has long been debated. Two British scientists say they conclude Christ died on April 9, A D 39, with analysis leading to this year.
A small plane crashed in the Rockies last week killing three people traveling from Denver to a funeral in Salt Lake City. The incident underscores the ongoing dangers pilots face in high altitude airspace during this season.
A brief section of the Gallup Independent notes two content areas including cinema and Southwest Sports. It lists an opinion area and an advertising supplement across 26 pages, with standard newspaper sections and a USPS cataloging note.
Gallup officials and New Mexico National Guard leaders discussed trading the old north side armory for land to build a new facility near Gallup. A 22,000 square foot building would cost about 1.2 million with federal funding covering 75 percent, and construction could start in 1985 pending legislative approval.
Gallup staff writer Vic Jaramillo profiles Andy Carabajal, a 38 year old Santa look alike out of work since April. He volunteers as Santa for the Lions Club and Winter Wise while selling his Camaro to pay loans on land in Gamerco. His unemployment benefits may soon end, yet he stays active in charity. Holly Ann’s birth brings joy amid financial strain and insurance loss. Carabajal, a former Air Force photographer and qualified surveyor, continues applying for mining jobs and insists he “does not charge” for Santa services, directing donations to the Lions Club.
The NLRB regional director found prima facie evidence of unfair labor practices at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital in Gallup on four nurse claims. The ruling allows continued proceedings, with options to settle or proceed to a federal hearing. no guilt determined. Nurses Veronica Campos Hazel Tolson Frances Romero Rae Merlin filed the complaints, citing discharge, transfers, and reprimands amid understaffing and morale issues. Tolson said she quit after 100 hours in two weeks, stressing issues rather than money. The hospital may seek settlement after holidays. details not released.
Gallup planning board members urged no immediate action on extending Mariyanna Avenue to State Route 564 bypass. The city council had asked for a recommendation. most favored finishing the bypass and the College Drive paving first. Also noted was a rear yard variance request by Jon Kirk for two lots at 307 B Pine to permit apartments under zoning rules.
The McKinley County Grand Jury finished sessions with 11 indictments. Four former sheriff and police employees face aggravated battery charges from an Aug 13 incident at Talk of the Town Lounge. Denny also faces a larceny count, trial set for March 29. Other defendants include Shorty, Spinks, the Chisms, and Yazzie, with various charges and trial dates listed. The Runnels Complex pool work nears completion and may reopen Friday after about 20,000 dollars in repairs shared by city and county.
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