NASA study links asteroid, sulfur clouds to dinosaur extinction
NASA scientists propose that a six to twelve mile asteroid exploded in the Chicxulub region. Sulfur released from the impact formed acid clouds that dimmed sunlight by about 20 percent, dropping global temperatures for up to four decades. The result was rapid climate change that dinosaurs could not survive.
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Gasoline prices spark Roswell readers’ debate
Dear Editor letters defend or attack gas costs in Roswell and urge action from distributors and state officials. Writer cites crude oil quotes and New York Harbor gasoline prices while urging constituents to contact state representatives and Tom Udall for help. Gene A. Warren signs the letter from Dexter, New Mexico.
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Letter carrier warns seniors about scam groups
A Roswell mail carrier urges seniors to investigate charity groups claiming to protect Social Security and Medicare after a CBS News segment reported millions raised. He warns against contributing and notes mailings he sees daily, insisting he speaks only as a postal worker.
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Evacuation Drill At Roswell Involves 150 FAA Staff
On January 10 1970 the first group of FAA and airline personnel arrive to observe a Boeing 747 evacuation planned for Friday evening. More than 180 Roswell residents volunteered as passengers for the simulated drill. Mountain View Middle School beat Dexter 41 to 26 last night.
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January 10 1995 Historical Highlights
Today is Tuesday January 10 1995 the tenth day of the year There are 355 days left in 1995 In History Thomas Paine published Common Sense in 1776 urging independence from England The United Nations first General Assembly convened in London in 1946
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London
New Mexico Govern, Johnson Clash Set In 1995 Battle
Santa Fe watchers see a showdown as Governor Gary Johnson pushes to cut government size urging all branches to share in layoffs. Legislators say they will not cede control, risking a lasting clash over the budget and line item veto power as 1995 starts.
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Power shift as Republicans take Congress and redefine Washington
Washington observes a major political shift as Republicans take control of Congress and push a state centered federalism agenda. Freshmen dominate leadership roles while seniority wanes, signaling a change in who shapes policy. Debate grows over unfunded mandates and federal versus state responsibilities, with reform rhetoric framing the era.
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O Rourke Critiques Environmentalists In Book Review
Denver columnist reviews P J O Rourke new work All the Trouble in the World, arguing it targets eco alarmists and defends free market views. He cites O Rourke's sharp jabs at Gore and environmentalists while noting flaws in Western policy debates and the West’s reception by national figures.
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