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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1994
Page
1
ALBUQUERQUE AP The Roswell district reports an eighth day enrollment of 11 035, up 184 students since day three, though 167 under RISD’s projection of 11 317. Superintendent Pomeroy notes a three and four year old program not yet started will add over 100 students.
The New Mexico Highway and Transportation Department says the Main Street Reconstruction Project in Roswell will cost about $1 million more than the original $6 million budget. The overage covers engineering, construction, and a gross receipts tax, with funds likely shifted from another district project.
David M. Crawford of Fort Sumner was charged with capital murder kidnapping escape tampering with evidence and unlawful taking of a motor vehicle in the death of 84 year old Clark Pfingston. Investigators traced him after a prison escape and Pfingston’s body was found near Bottomless Lakes State Park. Authorities say Crawford could face the death penalty and led investigators to the victim.
The Senate approved a $30 billion crime bill by 61 to 38 after a hard six year fight. The legislation adds prison capacity, new crime programs, bans assault weapons, and funds 100,000 police officers, sending the measure to the White House for President Clinton’s signature.
Courts and prosecutors in New Mexico anticipate wider use of DNA testing after a Supreme Court ruling. Randal Harris, head of the New Mexico District Attorneys' Association, says blood drop analysis could prove decisive in a Portales murder case and that rural offices may see more DNA evidence. Defense lawyers warn the ruling may trigger expensive expert battles in criminal trials.
About 1,500 brides to be flooded Filene's Basement at 8 a.m. for a quarterly bridal sale offering gowns at 199 each. Security intervened when two shoppers clashed over a dress as crowds arrived early and stormed the racks, with 910 gowns pulled in roughly 30 seconds.
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