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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1978
Page
5
Statewide forecasts call for showers and thundershowers through Tuesday with colder conditions. Northern mountains may see mixed rain and snow with lows in the 30s to 50s and highs in the 40s to 70s. Rain covers much of the Great Plains and lower Mississippi Valley, with some snow in northern Atlantic states.
Public record lists births at ENM Medical Center on April 29 and 30 to families including Clements Brown Mason and others. Fire calls cite a church lightning scare at St Mark's on April 26 with no damage. Municipal Court notes April 27 shoplifting fine for Jose Mejia. several marriage licenses and divorces filed on April 25-26. DUI and traffic citations and licenses issued or deferred through April 28.
Readers share crafts ideas from nylon net pompoms to cloth napkin scraps for meals. Tips include making durable scrubbing pompoms, reusable cloth napkins, repurposed jars for lotions, clothespin tips, lemon tea with suckers, a shoebox lid as a catchall, and a waterproofing trick for a toddler bed.
A shoplifter attacked a man who tried to stop the theft at the Southland 7-Eleven in Roswell, causing cuts bruises and broken glasses. The fight spilled into the parking lot as the suspect allegedly tried to choke the man’s dog. An employee reported four suspects entered the store and stole items while threatening him.
Obituary notices list Louis L. Bagwell, 66, of 1101 W Gayle St, died Sunday at St Mary's Hospital. Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday at Ballard Chapel with Rev. Charles Fullinwider. pallbearers named. Surviving family includes wife Mary, son Louis L. Bagwell Jr., daughter Betty Daniel, and three grandchildren. Other notices announce the deaths of Madelle Blair, Stonewall Jackson Cormany Jr., and Tad E. Platt, with funeral arrangements, locations, and survivor details.
A nine year old asks about an unwed sister’s pregnancy and Abby’s stance on services. Readers discuss encouraging help to others and whether volunteering competes with professionals. A reader defends tactful, firm boundaries with casual dinner guests.
The New Mexico Federation of Women's Clubs announced eight officers for the 1978 80 term at its Roswell convention April 25 27. New president is Mrs Wil Kiehne of the Reserve Women's Club with long local and district leadership.
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