Roswell bankers optimistic on 1976 outlook
Local bank leaders report a strong 1975 and anticipate better results in 1976. Roswell State Bank executives cite resistance to national recession trends and the area’s diverse economy. Security National Bank and First National Bank note rising savings and a $9.8 million loan increase over 1974.
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Roswell Prepares 1976 Economic Outlook
Roswell business leaders report steady growth and optimism for 1976. Savings and loan deposits rise while new home construction, lot sales, and refurbishments expand. Cattle industry faces a weak year as feed costs ease but profits remain uncertain into midyear.
Western Europe Storm Kills At Least 38 Across Region
A storm with 100 mph winds devastated western Europe killing at least 38 and injuring many. Britain reports 24 dead, Denmark and the Netherlands face dike dangers, while thousands flee in Jutland. West Germany, France and Belgium report multiple fatalities amid roaring winds and flooding fears.
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Cuban refugees claim 365 volunteers to fight in Angola
Two Cuban refugees said they have 365 men ready to be airlifted to Africa to join volunteers against Communist-supported troops in Angola. The claim was made Saturday as part of ongoing recruitment efforts reported from Miami.
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State Highway Dept resurfaces West Second Street area
C D Rickman of Roswell said the state Highway Department completed resurfacing on West Second Street U S 70 380 around Dec 12. He noted a temporary patch after a water pipe repair but the hole was filled and work aimed to smooth the road.
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Roswell Poll Finds Reagan top pick for 1976 ballot
A Daily Record poll of 150 Roswell residents shows Ronald Reagan leading Ford 65 50 on ballot choice with Humphrey favored by 45 and Wallace by 43 in a split race. One third of respondents remained undecided or uninterested, while 100 had a clear preference three way split led by Wallace.
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George C. Wallace
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Voters split on Humphrey and Ford while city street fixes cost a fortune
People backing Humphrey or Ford quote dissatisfaction with the status quo and reluctant voting patterns. City official Rickman explains holes along Second Street were patched as temporary fixes cost about 30 000 dollars funded by the state. He notes the road’s old concrete bed is unstable and full resurfacing would exceed 1 million dollars, with full work slated for next summer.
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