17 Oct 1985
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Newspaper
New Mexico Gallup Independent
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1985
Page
1
Scattered rain continues today with yesterday's high 60 at 1 35 p m and a low of 39 at 6 15 a m. Read page 2 for details and confirm at 500 N Ninth St Gallup Indépendant office.
Rich quick Arizona officials urge a judge to bar a former convict from offering $4,500 courses promising millionare gains and to order restitution and penalties exceeding $9 million to customers nationwide. The action targets deceptive training schemes and seeks broader relief.
Bombers with explosives strapped to their bodies attacked a radio station run by Christian missionaries in southern Lebanon early today. The confrontation occurred as security forces contained the incident near the station, with no immediate reports on casualties or outcomes.
The Texas Department of Human Services investigates a school play staged at a religious academy. A syringe, knife, and ketchup covered cotton balls served as props in a make-believe operation to remove sin from a person, raising concerns about child safety and suitability.
El Malpais a 400 square mile volcanic area near Grants may gain national park or monument status if the Cibola County Commission funds a national park pilot project with a $2000 grant. BLM manages most of the public land while lawmakers push for wilderness designation and Carlton favors park status with wilderness in part.
A lively evening at Round Up Saloon on 404 North Third features a Captain Morgan spice rum themed party with party favors dance contests and prizes. Attendees enjoy media style revelry and social games as organizers promote a spirited gathering.
Navajo Division of Social Welfare wins a $35 million 1986 contract from the Bureau of Indian Affairs, enabling the first aid checks this year after delays. Division director Wilfred Yazzie warns Congress may cut about $1.1 million in appropriations, potentially lowering the budget to about $34.2 million.
Last year the tribe blocked a contract arguing the fed eral government misspent about $1 million in the Senior Companion Program from 1982 onward. The tribe asked the federal government in January to waive the large repayment, but Yazzie noted the issue continues as referenced in Welfare page 2.
Hopi Tribal Vice Chairman Clifford Balenquah faces Bacobi village charges for disturbing the peace and possessing alcohol. Proceedings face jury selection woes amid looming November tribal elections. If convicted he must resign per the Hopi constitution. he has pleaded not guilty.
Dine Bureau Window Rock Ariz The case of Jane Yellowhorse and Dennis Jones owners of the Fort Defiance Trading Post may have been dismissed on technical grounds but they plan to appeal The suit claimed Navajo Tribe illegally seized the post on Jan 14 1983 and sought about 6 million in damages including punitive awards The dismissal in Window Rock District Court was without prejudice with 30 days to appeal The Justice Department said the suit had no basis and tribal officials are innocent
Local cabaret at the Shalimar Inn features special guest Sandi Powell for two nightly performances. Powell brings vocal range and stage presence in a program spanning classic standards to contemporary pop. Patrons urged to reserve seats early.
The Bureau of Indian Affairs approves a $74.2 million tribal budget for Navajo government for 1986. Ed Carlisle notes some programs totaling $8.43 million lack funding and will wait for new revenue. Wilson Barber urges caution to protect reserves while allowing case by case funding from the total.
Acoma Governor Merle Garcia, famed for critical views of federal Indian policy, accepts U S delegate role to the Ninth Inter American Congress in Santa Fe. He aims to push tribal self sufficiency, bingo funds for social programs, and a 245 acre near I 40 industrial park to advance his pueblo’s development.
The Little Sisters of the Poor center won zoning approval after a 3-1 vote by the Planning and Zoning Commission despite Mossman area protests over traffic and safety concerns. The recommendation moves to the City Council, with residents arguing the location harms children and property values while others back the project.
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