Roswell Balloonists Pace Pecos Trip After Atlantic Victory
Roswell supporters applaud New Mexico trio Maxie Anderson Ben Abruzzo and Larry Newman of Albuquerque who completed a five day Atlantic crossing near Evreux France. Local figures including Dick Waggoner ex mayor Jerry N Smith praise the achievement as New Mexico solidifies its status as a balloon capital ahead of the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta in October.
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Judge sets day on ballot issue in New Mexico
US District Judge Howard Bratton will decide by Sept 1 whether the state policy placing Democrats first on the November ballot is constitutional. The ruling addresses rights of nonparties and involves Republican plaintiffs challenging Secretary of State Ernestine Evans.
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Juror Reveals Vote in Beagles Indictment Case
A Chaves County Grand Jury member testified he voted on Virgil Beagles indictment without hearing evidence. Judge Neal heard eight Beagles defense motions including a bid to quash the auto theft conspiracy arson and perjury charges. City Attorney John Capps testified about being excused from the grand jury over water policy matters.
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Grand jury quorum dispute in Beagles case tested
Beagles defense argues Capps was improperly recalled to provide a 12 member quorum for indictments. William Dixon and Charles Daniels of Albuquerque claim off the record remarks violated a court order. They allege Cleve spread false polygraph claims about Beagles and others.
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Balloonists Aim to Circle World in 30 Days
Reported plan by conquerors to balloon around the world within thirty days. Anderson notes four difficulties during the Atlantic crossing including a icing incident forcing a close call near the sea. See related photo on Page 24.
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TMC unionists work await mediator here
International Association of Machinists Local 2577 members continue working under the old contract with Transportation Manufacturing Corp until a federal mediator resolves differences. After voting over 80 percent to reject the new offer, the group seeks sick leave and cost of living increases. TMC cites wage rise to 4.38 and expanded insurance as part of negotiations at the Roswell plant.
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Balloonists eye new trip around world in 30 days
The three Americans Ben Abruzzo Maxie Anderson and Larry Newman who made the first Atlantic balloon crossing say they aim for a round the world trip in 30 days. They praised the feat of endurance and distance while planning London Paris and a welcome in Washington S summary notes their wrecked Double Eagle II remains and Paris near miss and celebratory reception.
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Final arguments in Roswell trial begin for Jerry Ray James
The Roswell Daily Record reports that final arguments started today in the Jerry Ray James trial after testimony from the defendant’s mother on Thursday. Also notes Public Service Company of New Mexico aims to double its electricity capacity for future needs. Sports section mentions Don Shula reacting to Fran Tarkenton’s leg and a Dolphins at Vikings game tonight.
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Cleveland police brothers drive city towing revenue growth
Officers Thomas and James Graven nicknamed the Happy Hookers patrolled Cleveland for a year. They towed about 4,000 vehicles generating $750,000 in fees and fines. City towing revenue rose from $1,700 in May 1977 to $17,000 in May 1978.
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