Court House Repairs Bond Move Considered in Chaves County
Chaves County voters may decide November 8 on a 371,815 bond to remodel the courthouse interior. The plan, led by Bill Schauer for the Bar Assn with Judge George Reese and others, would add two courtrooms, enlarge the DA’s office and library, create better Justice of the Peace space, connect to the jail, add HVAC, storage and restrooms, and fund bond-related costs.
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Johnson proposes gradual troop cut in central Europe
President Johnson unveils a seven point plan to ease East West tensions. He calls for a gradual and balanced reduction of armed forces in central Europe and loosens trade restrictions on hundreds of non strategic items to Eastern Europe. He frames the steps as strengthening ties among Communist Eastern Europe the United States and Western nations.
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Suharto aide testifies on coup plot at Subandrio trial
A witness at the Subandrio trial says President Sukarno’s close aide took news of the October coup attempt lightly. Subandrio faces charges of knowing the plot and aiding the Communists as Indonesia seeks accountability for the uprising.
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Housewives Plan Boycott Of Five Denver Stores
Denver area housewives say they will boycott Safeway Miller s King Soopers Red Owl and Furr s beginning Oct 17 to protest high food prices. spokeswoman Mrs Jay S Threlkeld notes thousands reached in the metro area and five meetings held with store reps. Miller s executive Hutson defends low profit margins while Safeway PR Cal Pond cites industry factors and Viet Nam war effects.
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Homestead AFB Tops SAC Bombing and Navigation Event
Homestead AFB in Florida won the SAC bombing and navigation competition at Fairchild AFB Washington with 1 245 points. Robbins AFB Georgia placed second with 1 224 and Dow AFB Maine third with 1 204. Walker AFB crew finished 28th with 967 points. Castle AFB California led bombing and EI Sawyer AFB Michigan led navigation with top spots for each.
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Elkins Townsite Vacated by Chaves County Directors
Chaves County commissioners vacated the Elkins townsite in New Mexico at the request of local landowners led by Jack Aldridge. A quit claim deed was signed giving up county interest in roadways. Foundation Investment Co. of Roswell was the apparent low bidder on county vehicle liability and comprehensive insurance at 2060 dollars.
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Democrats Hold Rally in Roswell Education Cited as Key to U.S. Greatness
Sen. Clinton Anderson headlined a Roswell rally stressing educational opportunity as essential to national greatness. He cited $15 million in federal aid for elementary education and Headstart work in Domingo Pueblo. Morris urged spending cuts and inflation tools while advocating U.S. leadership in Viet Nam policy. The slate toured Lincoln and Otero counties en route to the Aspencade parade in Ruidoso.
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Letters Show Peter Hurd Commissioned Portrait
Peter Hurd says he was commissioned to paint the official portrait of President Johnson for the White House, citing letters from the White House Historical Association and a formal purchase order for $6,000. He notes reports denying a commission were incorrect and confirms a portrait may still be accepted. The letters, dated June 1965, discuss start timing and payment arrangements.
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Lusk Promises Surplus Use Shapes 1966 Race
Democratic candidate for governor Gene Lusk calls the $20 million general fund surplus the top 1966 election issue. He urges using the surplus for education, cites fiscal responsibility, and opposes his rival cargo’s food tax cut plan without revenue details. He also advocates constitutional revision a police academy and state personnel reforms.
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Ruidoso Man William L. Johnson Dies at 77
William L. Johnson, 77, a local paint contractor, died Thursday at his home in Ruidoso. Funeral services are pending.
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William L. Johnson
Inez Hits Yucatan Coast Before Turning Toward Gulf
Hurricane Inez battered the northern Yucatan coast with 125 mph winds and heavy rain. Progreso evacuated about 11,250 residents to Merida as waves damaged waterfront structures and homes. No deaths were reported initially, while Merida faced potential flooding and rising tides.
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