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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 2013
Page
1
The North American International Auto Show in Detroit drew excitement for new models like a bright red Chevrolet Corvette and an elegant BMW coupe. Espresso stands buzzed as carmakers showcased fresh designs and ideas.
Local briefs report the Salinas murder trial starting and Tim concluding his final meeting as the 51st Legislature convenes. Roswell leads coverage with Clovis defeating Goddard in a local roundup.
Chip Kelly chosen by Philadelphia to replace Andy Reid after a 4-12 season. The 49 year old offensive innovator joins the Eagles as their 21st coach, ten days after opting to remain at Oregon.
Obituaries note the passing of Astrid Holland Darlene P Rhodes Robert John Ratigan Virginia Harris Deborah Hibbard Virginia M Parmley A J Franklin Joe P Moreno Jr and Ruth Louise Betzel. The brief notices provide dates and family relations.
President Obama urged Congress to pass background checks for all gun sales and ban assault weapons and high capacity magazines in a 500 million plan following the Sandy Hook massacre. He signed 23 executive actions while noting Congress must act, as he faces fierce opposition from the NRA in a divided Congress.
Virgin Galactic representatives tour New Mexico this month to persuade citizens to back legislation they deem vital for Spaceport America. The piece notes New Mexico liability laws fail to shield spaceflight manufacturers from lawsuits, pushing firms to seek operations elsewhere.
State officials warn a long running mismatch in New Mexico's checkbook could leave a cash cushion $70 million to $460 million below expectations. Administration experts say no immediate risk of bouncing checks, but the 60 day session faces tighter budgets and possible misallocation of funds. Controller Ricky Bejarano notes unresolved reconciling raises high risk of missing money.
State lawmakers began the 51st legislative session with both chambers hearing bills and committee assignments. Rep William Gray Artesia joined Energy and Natural Resources and Appropriation and Finance panels while Rep Bob Wooley Roswell joined Taxation and Revenue and Agriculture and Water Resources. The House advanced HB 1 the Feed Bill funding session expenses, with Senate action expected today.
The Harvey Salinas murder trial enters its second day with a crime scene review. Investigators described shell casings found along 815 to 827 East Hendricks and two bullet fragments, while a rusted 9 mm magazine and a .22 revolver were discovered during searches. The medical examiner testified Villela Jr. was shot seven times.
Desiree Linares, 16, withdraws a no contest plea to first degree murder in the 2011 killing of Evelyn Miranda, a 53 year old foster mother in San Patricio New Mexico. Linares and Alexis Shields were 15 at the time and face multiple charges including kidnapping larceny and tampering with evidence. The state had proposed adult sanctions and a deal to testify against Shields.
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