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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1976
Page
4
The piece notes Senator Byrd dismisses platforms as promises never kept and critiques Carter’s stance on divestiture. It observes Carter supported the 1976 Democratic platform despite past reservations and links his remarks to party unity, calling some statements half truths.
The debate comment denying Soviet domination of Eastern Europe sparks criticism from observers who warn the statement undercuts U.S. leadership. While noting limited independence in Yugoslavia Romania and Poland, analysts say Soviet troops and control remain, and Ford must answer for foreign policy decisions.
Hagerman History Book Club reports its Bicentennial project book Meeting The Train is sold out after a strong run. Residents in Roswell and nearby areas who own extra copies or wish to sell are asked to contact Mrs. B W Curry or Mrs. Max Wiggins or Mrs. Robert West at Hagerman with phone numbers 752-6692 752-3377 and 752-3577 respectively.
Editor Roswell proudly notes a fine Symphony Orchestra led by conductor John Ferrer. The writer urges residents to become season ticket holders to fund this cultural program and keep music alive in Roswell.
Evelyn Redding daughter of Mr and Mrs O M Redding of Roswell wore a ballerina gown as she married Alan D Bewley in a candlelit First United Methodist Church ceremony The Rev Austin H Dillon officiated Vera Kuchan served as maid of honor and assisted with the punch bowl Mackie Magdie helped with duties White lilies decorated the reception table A large crowd attended to wish the couple well.
U.S. Senator Joseph M. Montoya, with Senate leader Robert Byrd in attendance, campaigns through Southern and Eastern New Mexico predicting narrow margins and key county wins. He foresees carrying Curry and Roosevelt by 500 votes each and Santa Fe by 8,000, while expecting losses in Lea and Chaves counties. Byrd touts his seniority and committee posts as Montoya eyes tight races amid Carter Ford tensions.
The piece alleges discussions among Democrats to block Gerald Ford's 1973 vice presidential confirmation to force Nixon impeachment. It cites Speaker Albert and aides debating delaying confirmation, with sources split on seriousness. Ultimately Ford was confirmed December 6 1973 while alarms about constitutional process were raised.
A profile of Gibraltar detailing its isolation by Spain, 26,000 residents, and a self-governing 15 member Assembly. It describes vast tunnel networks used in defense, water supply challenges, Barbary apes under British care, and historic milestones from Tarik to 1704. The piece emphasizes enduring British presence and strategic fortitude.
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