Weather and politics mix as heat, winds rise and Rep White targeted
Weather across Texas brings high 90s in Pecos and widespread gusty winds. Dust storms churn from Nevada to Washington while fog and rain ease elsewhere. In Washington, Environmental Action lists Rep Richard White and 11 others on its Dirty Dozen for November votes, aiming ads and district visits to defeat them.
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Vandals strike donut shop and nearby burglaries
Police reports show three separate daytime incidents including vandalism at Ma Wilson's Donut Shop on 922 S. Cedar St where a door was pried and utensils stolen. A woman short changed a clerk at Tips, and Rainbow Bar vending machines were burglarized with cash stolen. No suspects were taken into custody.
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UMAC to Honor Outstanding Men at Banquet
United Mexican American Council to present two awards at its annual banquet in UMAC Hall. The outstanding member award honors unselfish service leadership and dedication, with the 1974 holder Louis J. Matta and the 1975 winner to be named that night. A new outstanding businessman of the year award will recognize local business leaders aiding UMAC aims. Public invited. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $2.50 at Segovia's Grocery Ben's Spanish Inn and Hubbs Office Supply.
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Segovia
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Spanish Inn
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Earthquakes in Mississippi River basin shake area
Two moderate quakes measured between 4.5 and 5 on the Richter scale jolted areas from southern Illinois to northeast Mississippi along the New Madrid fault. No injuries were reported. damage limited to downed power lines and disrupted telephone service as tremors rattled the region.
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Pecos Mayor Pigman seeks return to two year term
Pecos mayoral candidate Bill Pigman seeks a second two year term citing two years as mayor and extensive city experience. He points to service in water and sewer, 17 years in the fire department, three terms on the council, five years as city judge and current leadership as key qualifications. The campaign notes his long local residence, education, WWII Navy service, and civic involvement as supporting factors for voter consideration in the April 3 election.
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Pecos to spend for repairs on city water wells
Pecos city council hears water wells in Worsham Field and Ward County require major repairs to restore capacity. Four Worsham wells need immediate work. total estimated cost about 26 500 dollars with 25 per hour pulling unit rates rising after April 1. City budgets show funds available. council also plans street and land actions and pays 200 dollars dues to Trans Pecos Resources and Conservation Development program.
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Bank Showcases Pecos Artist Bill Chappell Paintings
A special exhibition of Bill Chappell's paintings and bronze works will be displayed at First National Bank. The event opens at 10 a.m. and runs until 5 p.m. with free admission. Chappell recalls cattle work in Reeves County from forty years ago, detailing rustic western scenes and his acclaimed bronze pieces. Public viewing is encouraged with no invitations required.
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Reeves County
Texas safety awards honor West Texas railroads in Dallas
At the 37th Texas Safety Conference in Dallas, West Texas railroads Pecos Valley Southern Railway and Snyder and Pacific Railway receive Meritorious Citations. The Railroad Transportation Section will present 16 Meritorious Citations, five divisional Awards of Honor, and 12 Certificates of Merit. Awards luncheon is March 23 at the Sheraton Dallas.
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Southern Union Gas halts new gas connections in 14 NM communities
Santa Fe New Mexico Southern Union Gas Company suspended gas service for new residences and businesses in 14 communities. The Public Service Commission ordered the action after a reluctant decision, effective immediately, affecting Clovis Portales Tucucmari Texico Alamogordo Las Cruces Grants Gallup Deming Lordsburg Fruitland Kirtland Loving and parts of Belen.
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