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Newspaper
New Mexico Gallup Independent
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1986
Page
1
The six candidate race for governor faces a likely failure to reach a majority. Support from Republican voters may be insufficient, risking a record low share for a nomination. The current Democratic nominee record is 30.58 percent set by Jerry Apodaca in 1974.
A new study argues that the insurance industry itself shoulders most of the liability costs driving up prices for businesses and the nation. It highlights how insurer practices and funding patterns influence overall liability expenses and market dynamics.
A Mesa man described as being in a desperate financial situation attempted to deceive Burger King restaurants to win a $5000 contest prize. Police report notes the tactic and charges being pursued.
In 1986 the Gallup Independent discusses sports and television across sections 7 and 10, offering opinion pieces and notes. The compilation reflects local coverage of sports events and TV programming as part of the Southwest region's media landscape.
Eastern Bureau reports Thoreau residents will see a health clinic open in the first week of July. Liz Baca of Gallup Family Health Center confirmed funding from the New Mexico State Health Department. Dolores Varkonda, St Bonaventure Mission reach coordinator, notes about 6000 dollars of gear has been ordered including incubators centrifuges blood pressure units and a biocular microscope. The opening follows two and a half years of planning with a October 1983 community meeting marking the start.
The family extends appreciation for condolences and prayers during their time of sorrow. Gratitude is expressed by Mary Emmalyne Floyd Martin and Shawna Dineyazzie for the support shown.
Gallup woman Mor day resigned from her part time secretary post after facing 31 felony charges of forgery and embezzlement. Lois Hylton, 36, was charged May 16 with taking more than 12 000 dollars from the Indian Hills PTA where she served as treasurer. Her resignation was accepted unanimously by the Gallup McKinley School Board and is effective immediately as court proceedings proceed.
Nomination meetings set for Monday June 9 at 10 a.m. across 109 Navajo chapters to choose delegates for 88 council seats. Candidates must be 25+, registered voters in their chapter, not felons in five years, and not Navajo Tribe employees. Strong background and loyalty required.
Miss Indian America Jorja Oberly launched a federally funded Indian Child Abuse Neglect Awareness Project last month in Tsaile to educate Navajo Hopi Ute Mountain Zu ni Acoma and Laguna communities about what child abuse is and how to respond. The effort includes brochures posters and radio broadcasts produced with tribal input and distributed through Navajo Community College.
McKinley County Democratic Chairman Dan Gutierrez faces scrutiny for endorsing candidates before the primary, including assessor hopeful Sam Sandoval. State party officials caution county chairs may act at their discretion, while lawyers say endorsements by the chair as an individual raise questions about party rules and neutrality. Gutierrez defends his actions as constitutional rights and insists he acted within bounds as county chair.
The Gallup McKinley County School board approved a 44.4 million dollar budget for the next fiscal year after a delay tied to state finances. The plan shows a 2 percent reduction from the original figure, offset by moving funds into a revenue shortfall reserve. Cuts hit equipment supplies and library audio visual gear while personnel remain unchanged. district officials stress no fat was cut and essential school needs will be funded.
Robert James is the first Coconino County Sheriff’s Deputy stationed in Tuba City. The 43 year old bilingual officer runs the sheriff’s substation, previously served with the Navajo Police, and began duties on May 19. Local supporters including Louise Yellowman lobbied for the post. The substation serves a town of over 2,000 people with mixed Navajo and non Navajo residents.
Navajo Police investigate possible homicide of 23 year old Window Rock youth Timothy Walker who bled to death after a single stab wound. Medical examiner’s report states the case is being probed as a possible homicide. Lt. Colonel Henry Manuelito said more details would be released later today. Gallup police also report a Ft Wingate man arrested on burglary and property damage charges after being found on a downtown business roof.
Navajo recovering alcoholic Bronco Martinez writes an open letter urging protective custody detox and rehabilitation facilities on the Navajo Reservation. He argues for treatment near family, full reservation services, and culturally aware counseling to curb drinking, DWI, and related social harms, citing his 20 years of daily alcohol use and current four year sobriety.
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