Christmas Spirit Beyond the Holiday Rush
The piece reflects on generosity during the season and wonders how to spread goodwill year round. It notes crowded stores and stresses, yet highlights the magic and charm of holiday generosity, while acknowledging the pressure and fascination of renewal for the rest of the year.
Roswell Hospice thanks Sunwest Bank for Tree of Lights support
Roswell Hospice Home Care thanks Roswell Daily Record broadcast media physicians and the community for support during the year. Special gratitude to Sunwest Bank employees and officers for funding and decorating the Tree of Lights memorial in the Sunwest Bank lobby aiding some 200 families in Chaves County. Nancy Smith RN, Clinical Director, 600 N Richardson Ave.
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Good Samaritan Helps Stranded Driver on Thanksgiving Day
Muriel Zimmerman credits Larry Fresquez and his family for changing her tire after a flat on Main Street near Roswell Inn. Fresquez acted as guardian angel, stopping at TCBY to assist when she had to exit traffic. She thanks him for the holiday kindness and blessing.
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Public Works Targets Bicycles on Sycamore Avenue
The public works department plans to bar bicycles and roller bladers from Sycamore Avenue north of Second Street due to washboard road repairs. The rough surface affects cars and discourages cycling and skating on the stretch.
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Local News Briefs From Hobbs Roswell and Military Update
December 5 1969 reports Sgt Orlando Lara 21 son of Mr and Mrs C Lara 507 E Bland St finished four weeks jungle training in search and destroy missions and convoy ambushes. Eldon Parsons of Hobbs retired from Continental Oil Co after over 40 years as staff assistant to production division office in Hobbs but lived in Roswell eight years. American Association of University Women members meet tonight at 7 30 PM at St Andrews Episcopal Church for Christmas music readings Rector Rev Minton will play recorder selections.
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Term limits debate shifts as momentum wanes
In New Mexico and nationally, term limit proposals gain voter appeal but face House resistance. With Republicans controlling legislatures, few bills pass. The shift may move the fight to Congress and a national amendment, altering power dynamics among states and committees.
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Pentagon pork sparks budget clash with Republicans
President Clinton seeks 25 billion more for defense over six years while GOP lawmakers push to cut billions from the 264 billion Pentagon budget. A CRS study cites 52 billion in nondefense programs. proposals target 14 items including Sea Wolf, M 1 tank upgrades, environmental programs, and Olympic support. Republicans argue cuts free funds for military readiness amid policy battles.
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Back bench rhetoric heats up as Republicans take charge
In Washington Republicans, once outsiders, raise their voices to compensate for fewer votes. As they move from minority to control, risks of backlash emerge that could help President Clinton and Democrats. Leaders warn restraint in tone, noting past sharp rhetoric and the need for steady governance.
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