Light turnout at polls seen
The 1978 election campaign nears its end amid voter indifference likely to maintain Democratic control of Congress and most state governments. GOP gains look modest. major issues include inflation taxes and government spending as money from PACs flows into campaigns.
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Skeen and King stand-in optimistic about NM governor race
Albuquerque AP report notes Republican Joe Skeen and Democrat Bruce King aides both express confidence on eve of election. Cloud cites steady campaign work and one on one contact. Skeen vows swift government functioning and department reviews. Cloud frames right to work as referendum and plans to repeal if laws pass.
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Haifa Court Summons Misses Sirhan Upset Police
Hassan Sirhan faced a court summons after insulting a city official and a second summons when he did not appear. Haifa police searched for him for four months before canceling the second summons, while Sirhan remained jailed for another offense.
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Weather and turnout braces for Chaves County election
With voting nearing in Chaves County the county clerk reports supply distribution to 39 polling places and notes a record 25 163 registered voters though roll purges may lower this figure. Weather forecaster Dan Barton predicts clear skies and mild temperatures for election day. The sheriff race between L M Hall and Billy V Carpenter is tight along with magistrate and state senate contests.
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