30 Jun 1979
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Newspaper
New Mexico Gallup Independent
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1979
Page
1
This issue highlights women who shaped history alongside a Fourth of July homage. It promotes home ice cream and sherbet recipes and previews disaster films like The Poseidon Adventure The Towering Inferno and The Day the World Ended detailing hazards faced by filmmakers.
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A 13 year old Welsh pony named Bunny was shot and killed in a front yard corral in Gallup. The six week old filly in the same corral survived. Neighbors heard what sounded like firecrackers after the incident. Undersheriff Schaaf says several horse shootings have occurred in the area since January and believes investigations will proceed if a suspect is found.
Magistrate Pete Derizotis criticizes a $7.50 daily pay for substituting as Gallup city magistrate jurist, with Mayor Wayne Lewis and others calling it unfair. A New Mexico Municipal League study shows much higher rates in Santa Fe and Farmington, while Derizotis notes 24 hour on call duties and rising fuel costs. City Council authority could raise the pay, with a city ordinance permitting any registered voter to fill in.
Navajo Emergency Services chair Chester Yazzie says direct federal disaster aid to tribes could come if Congress approves an amendment allowing tribal leaders to declare emergencies. He cites theSnow and mud hardship, federal rules, and slow FDAA response. The tribe seeks a Four Corners plan with regional supply centers and BIA supplemental funds.
More than a year after its proposal, a Gallup Family Health Center dental program remains a dream. Proponents press for designation of Gallup and McKinley County as a dental shortage area to attract a National Health Services Corps dentist. A August HSA meeting in Gallup will reconsider the request amid questions about need, access, and impact on private dentists.
Downtown Gallup ad notes summer sale events with limited two day window. Mentions Nelma’s and Chidiers Weat in display copy, but details are unreadable. The fragment hints at storewide discounts and a local shopping promo.
Earl's Restaurant will close on Wednesday July 4 for Independence Day observances. The eatery will resume normal hours the following day. Local customers are advised to plan accordingly and check for any special hours posted at the outlet.
Etta Begay sues Mobil Oil in U S District Court for $20 million citing the electrocution of her minor son David near Sanostee New Mexico on Sept 23 1978. The suit claims Mobil failed to inspect control and maintain high voltage power lines and to conduct an adequate inspection program leading to permanent disabling injuries.
Red Rock State Park schedules a full Old Fashioned Fourth of July with a Navajo Tribal Band concert, juggling, magic, puppet show, and an 8,000 seat fireworks arena at dusk. Families pay $1 per car, with booths, games, and refreshments run by civic groups to fund local projects.
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