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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 13, 2014
Page
6
The Washington Monument opened to the public for the first time in almost three years following earthquake damage and extensive repairs. Visitors queued for hours to ride to the top, with exhibits added and extended summer hours planned and officials noting the monument’s enduring national symbolism.
A powerful spring storm dumped up to three feet of snow on the Rockies and spawned tornadoes in the Midwest. I 80 reopened in Wyoming after 24 hours shutdown. Nebraska counties faced damage with 12 to 15 likely tornadoes and polling places moved in Seward County. Colorado power outages hit Denver area as DIA used backup gens.
More than 200 gay couples obtained marriage licenses after a judge struck down the ban, but 70 of 75 clerks refused licenses pending Supreme Court input. Some clerks filed stays over a law that risks fines for wrongful issuance as weddings occurred across Saturday and Monday. Washington County clerk noted license forms default to Mr. and was changed to Ms. for brides.
Roswell area obituaries note William Bill Croney 70 of Roswell died May 9 2014 after cancer. Service May 15 at Christ's Church with Pastor Gerry Chavez. Survived by wife Donna, son Will, daughter Kristina, sister Margo. Also Mildred Mamie Walton 94 of Visalia CA died May 7 2014 with services May 16. memorials to Ballard Funeral Home. Patsy Ann Freek 60s died May 8 2013 in Provo UT after diabetes complications. service May 16 in Provo. former Roswell High School alumna worked at Levi Strauss Beehive Clothing and cared for family. Burial in Pleasant Grove UT.
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