Harley riders revive Route 66 on cross country trek
More than 600 Harley-Davidson riders travel the 2400 mile Ridin Route 66 tour from Chicago to Santa Monica ending June 22. The group, led by historian Michael Wallis, gathers in Milwaukee and faces days of rain as they ride in leather gear and vivid chrome through towns from New Haven to Joplin and beyond. Ted Stockman and wife Dorothy, both in their sixties, return to riding after decades away, rekindling a shared passion on the Mother Road.
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Wooten Fire Among Sparks in New Mexico Drought
Lightning sparked six small grass fires north of Roswell, New Mexico, burning range land with a 200 acre Wooten Fire the most intense. Firefighters from BLM Bitter Lakes wildlife, area departments and local crews battled the blazes. Authorities hoped to contain the large fire by Tuesday evening as dry lightning and heat persisted.
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Roswell considers sales tax increase in 1996 budget
Roswell City Council held a Tuesday workshop on the preliminary budget for the 1996-97 fiscal year. The plan includes a possible gross receipts tax increase to be considered Thursday. Mayor Tom Jennings urged careful debate as the council eyes the June 14 deadline and a July final budget.
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Clinton calls for rain as New Mexico hopes rise
President Clinton visits Albuquerque urging prayers for rain amid 95 degree heat. He jokes over mispronouncing Albuqurque as a crowd of about 2,500 watches. Mayor Chavez says Clinton brought a scarce blessing, while locals distribute water bottles to cool temperatures. Former Gov. Bruce King attends with wife Alice. student Tomas Sanchez introduces the president.
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Inside Today Southeastern New Mexico's Largest Newspaper
Partly cloudy with afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Variable winds 5 to 15 mph, gusts near storms. High 100, low 66.
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Paratrooper Found Guilty of Murder in Officer's Killing
An Army paratrooper convicted Tuesday of the premeditated murder of an officer. He had claimed fellow soldiers mocked him and pulled pranks. The case concluded on page 5 with broader sports coverage on page 11 detailing the Chicago Bulls.
GOP freshmen revolt over budget plan deficit rise
Freshman and conservative Republicans in the House balk at a six year plan to balance the budget arguing it allows a temporary deficit increase. Leaders canceled a vote as they seek enough support, with critics warning the deficit would rise in 1997 and 1998.
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