23 Dec 1983
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Newspaper
New Mexico Gallup Independent
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1983
Page
1
Readable fragments show temperatures and times but lack clear locations or sources. This item appears as a garbled weather or log entry with 44 and 34 degrees noted at 400 p.m. and 1200 d.m. The meaning and provenance are uncertain.
A surge of cold air battered 35 cities driving travel disruptions and straining power plants. Death toll climbed past 100 from a week of storms stretching from the southern Sierras to New England. Frigid readings broke records in Butte, Caspar, Williston and other locales as forecasters warned of no near relief.
In Window Rock District Court two defense witnesses say the Navajo Times was worth more than Tome’s $40,000 sale price. BIA appraiser Robert Pencall and tribal property officer Wilbur Curley dispute the deal, while Tome’s attorney challenges the appraisal as hearsay. The suit seeks $9.5 million for breach of contract plus $6.7 million for due process and $8.6 million in punitive damages.
Vanessa Wilson and her cousin Tara Nadine Wolfe, both 21 percent aged, seek toys for under the Christmas tree. Vanessa is daughter of Marcella and James Wilson, Tara of Gloria and Natalie Wolfe, in Gallup.
Since its founding in 1934 the Wycliffe Bible Translators have completed translations in 200 languages showing ongoing dedication to making the Bible accessible.
The overcrowded California State Prison at Folsom limits solitary confinement. Officials note confinement remains scarce as housing shortages and policy changes affect inmate isolation practices.
A two section 1983 Gallup Independent edition, numbered USPS 213-300, comprises twenty pages. Sections likely cover local news, notices, and advertisements typical of the period.
Luminarias and Christmas tree lights brighten the McKinley County Courthouse as holiday cheer arrives despite poor weather. The seasonal display adds a festive atmosphere to the courthouse grounds.
The city will postpone the luminaria lighting to Thursday evening while keeping the display active through the holiday season. The change affects N street area and surrounding neighborhoods, with organizers urging residents to prepare as usual and enjoy the extended illumination period.
Multiple offices announce Christmas shutdowns with varied reopen dates. Dec 23 to 26 closures touch Independent, City, County, Tribal, State, Federal agencies, courts and postal services. Schools, colleges, banks, pools and library timing adjusted. garbage pickup shifted to Tuesday. UNM closes through Jan 3 for registration.
Tim Knowles reports the death of Marland Aitson 55 longtime Ceremonial director and BIA budget officer for the Navajo Nation in M View Oklahoma He served about 15 years on the Inter Tribal Ceremonial Association board and was a key mover behind Ceremonial dance performances He was known as the hinge pin and main link with tribal communities Aitson was Kiowa and connected with multiple dance groups and societies Survived by wife Doris and two daughters funeral details unavailable
New Mexico epidemiologist Dr. Jonathan Mann reports partial results from a health survey of 200 Grants area residents near Homestake uranium tailings. No major illnesses besides a possible gall bladder disease uptick were found. full results and radiation impact analysis due by February will be presented at a Grants City Hall meeting.
A health and water quality survey near uranium tailings finds fewer skin rash and severe headaches among residents, and no significant arthritis stroke kidney or birth defects. Chronic diarrhea affected 11 percent. water tests hint laxative effects from high sulfate. Results seen as puzzling yet reassuring.
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