15 Oct 1985
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Newspaper
New Mexico Gallup Independent
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1985
Page
1
Variable cloudiness described for today with page 2 reference. Historical temperatures show a high of 57 and a low of 93 at early morning. Readings recorded at the Gallup Independent office located on 600 N Ninth St.
Hot dry winds drove a dozen wildfires from the mountains across Southern California. Authorities said the blazes burned at least 8000 acres and damaged 10 homes, prompting evacuations of about 2400 people.
An economist from the Kentucky Revenue Cabinet, Christopher Baker, forecasts a brighter 1986 for the coal industry after a grim 1985. The economist notes expectations of recovery and growth for coal producers and related sectors.
Texas high school athletes and band members await this week’s determination on meeting academic standards to remain eligible for athletics marching and performances under the no pass no play policy. The ruling will affect players cheerleaders and students across districts amid ongoing debate over academic requirements and eligibility safeguards.
The 1985 Gallup Independent highlights a mixed section featuring classifieds, comics, leisure, living, education, and opinion across a 14-page paper with advertising inserts. The content reflects daily community life in Gallup, New Mexico, with local notices and features typical of a Southwestern newspaper.
Cine Bureau WINDOW ROCK Arizona March Reyna became the Navajo Division of Economic Development's first woman head. The position had been vacant after Michael Allison resigned Friday. Chairman Peterson Zach and Vice Chairman Edward Be gay announced the appointment at a staff meeting. Reyna has eight years in reservation economic development and previously led the Commerce Department and worked as Zach's staff assistant focusing on business issues.
Local venue invites audiences to back to back performances by Special Guest Sandy Powell at the Shalimar Inn. Powell headlines two nightly shows, promising a polished act and intimate club atmosphere for fans and new listeners alike.
Three Navajo Nation land development office employees pleaded innocent on criminal charges at Window Rock District Court. Appearing before Circuit Judge Harry Brown, they were released on their own recognizance after a Monday arraignment. The incident began more than a year ago.
The Inter-American Indian Congress convenes in Santa Fe October 28 to November 1 with 500 participants from 17 nations. Dr. Dave Warren says topics include tribal self-sufficiency and cultural preservation and notes possible opening remarks by President Reagan. Canada and Panama practices on indigenous rights are highlighted as models. The meeting will cover self determination funding, private resources, and new forms of governance. See INDIAN, page 2.
The Navajo Tribe appointed acting Chief Justice Tom Tso to the permanent post after district judges met with Navajo Tribal Chairman Peterson Zah. Tso, 40, has been acting since Jerome McCabe was removed last June, and will need full Tribal Council confirmation in the fall session. He aims to advance the Juvenile Court and Court of Appeals while cases pile up.
Twin Buttes High marks its first homecoming as the school embraces sports and a student council. Principal Linda Belarde calls the week a learning experience with planning, costumes, pep rally, and a homecoming game and dance. Queen Phyllis Chavez and attendants Donna Lecatero Raelene Peyna headline the week’s events.
State Rep. Albert Shirley sponsors the third forum on Navajo relocation from the former Joint Use Area at Shiprock Chapter House at noon October 27. About 1,000 attendees expected. free lunch provided. Officials from Shiprock and Farmington join sponsors with relocation commissioner and Big Mountain Defense Offense Committee explaining current status of Navajo removal under P.L. 93-531.
Zuni Governor Robert Lewis criticizes a BIA official's plan to use sub-lease proceeds from the former Zuni Trading Center to cover Roger Tsabetsaye's more than 214,000 dollars owed on two 1978 1979 loans. He argues the lease belongs to the tribe and the council objects to any liquidation that lets Tsabetsaye profit. The traditional Zuni council filed an administrative complaint seeking liquidation of leasehold interests and chattels with proceeds to back rent taxes and federal debts, not personal gain.
The Zuni Parents for Educational and Community Improvement Inc plans to sponsor children ages one through 15 in the Save the Children program. About 43 dollars per child could fund community projects, with up to 150000 dollars possible if all eligible children participate. The initiative, led by Gus Keene and President Cheryl Sandy Histin, will use funds for local projects in public works education health housing and more.
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