Founding Fathers and UFO lore linked to Roswell festival
Roswell sources recount claims that Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson entertained extraterrestrial ideas, with Washington diaries cited as mentioning otherworldly visions. The piece ties these theories to the upcoming UFO Festival and Roswell’s celebratory mood, naming Misty Choy as reporter.
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Two steps forward on sensible gun laws editorial
The editorial notes two encouraging developments on gun policy. The Supreme Court reaffirmed limits on Second Amendment rights while Missouri Governor Nixon vetoed SB 656 which would have allowed constitutional carry and open, untrained gun access, ahead of a possible September override and the November vote.
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Roswell Pool Closure Sparks Debate Over 2014 Upgrades
A Roswell letter writer criticizes the City Council for closing Cahoon pool after landmark 2014 improvements. The piece cites seven days and two meetings, questions warranty voiding, and asserts the project produced a brand new surface and marble plaster. The author urges reopening the pool despite past renovations.
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Roswell Daily Record Letter Policy Overview
The Roswell Daily Record invites letters to the editor from readers with real name and city, plus a contact phone. Verifiable submissions only, under 250 words preferred, under 400 words may be edited or discarded. Limit two letters per month. submissions to email or mail at 2301 N. Main St Roswell NM 88201.
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