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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1976
Page
4
The Roswell Independent School District pushes a back to the basics program amid concerns that education shifted toward social consciousness. Denny Wright commends teachers for their conscientious work on implementing the plan and the critical role of reading, writing, and math in a democracy.
The Alamogordo Daily News notes TWA faced a costly 30 hour hijack, with half a million dollars or more in expenses. Insurance covers only aircraft damage and liability. major costs include an 18 hour trans Atlantic call, family communications, hostage meals, fuel, overtime, and revenue loss. International cooperation to curb hijackers is urged.
A Roswell reader commends the police for prompt and courteous response after a daytime burglary. The burglar was caught within an hour, following a report of ransacked drawers and stolen items.
A Roswell official thanks citizens for approving a library bond to build a new facility expected to serve the community for 75 years. He acknowledges a 200-member volunteer committee led by Georgia Biffert and Library Director Tyron Emerick, plus local media for clear coverage that informed voters.
Roswell officials celebrated Kiwanis Club youth contributions as Mayor Lake J. Frazier proclaimed September 22 as Kids Day. The event highlighted community youth efforts near the gospel tent pitched near Roswell.
State GOP Chairman Jack Stahl labeled U S Sen Joseph Montoya campaigns as fear driven amid Goldwater fundraiser coverage. The event raised about 30000 for Republican Harrison Schmitt while Stahl predicted tight NM races and heavy turnout. He cited labor support for Montoya and forecast shifts across counties including Bernalillo Grant and Lea. The piece also notes absentee ballot demand rising with a October 28 deadline.
Secretary Kissinger personally intervened to allow 650 Maverick air to ground missiles to Saudi Arabia over a congressionally backed block. GAO notes show Saudi demand for 1000 units and questions about missile performance in different theaters including Europe and the Middle East.
The article presents a midway review with Ford holding a slight edge in statistics and public perception. It notes Carter's lower recall figures and his campaign emphasis on compassion and presidential image, while detailing views on detente, lobbyists, and voter apathy as the race tightens.
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