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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1972
Page
1
Lt. Gov. Robert Mondragon spoke at a Democratic rally honoring Sen. George McGovern in Espanola. He addressed the crowd in English and Spanish and voiced support for McGovern.
A gunman wounded Israeli diplomat Zakok Ophir in a Brussels cafe. Ophir, 42, was hit by five bullets to the liver ear and shoulder, operated on and not yet out of danger according to the Israeli Embassy.
A free Democratic barbecue and rally for U S Senator George McGovern drew an enormous, diverse crowd at John F. Kennedy Junior High School in Espanola. McGovern outlined an education and civil rights agenda for Spanish surnamed Americans and minority inclusion in government and jobs.
District DAV officers and state auxiliary officials met at the Ingalls Memorial Home in Roswell for joint sessions. Carlsbad Unit 30 earned the National Membership Plaque for first place in the state. several members received national mem bership citations for five or more new members in 1971-72.
About 25 Mexican officials led by Nuevo Leon leaders arrive at Roswell’s Industrial Air Center for a tour of cattle operations and ag facilities. They will visit Buena Suerte Ranch and local feedyards, attend a luncheon, and then proceed to Albuquerque and Santa Fe for further events and Fair activities.
U S Senate hopeful Jack Daniels spoke at the George McGovern rally in Espanola on Sunday. Daniels offered reserve support for McGovern amid a large turnout and party enthusiasm.
The largest defense bill since World War II, totaling 74.6 billion dollars, was approved by the House Appropriations Committee. It trims 4 billion from the president's request, while approving 933.5 million for more bombs and munitions and 139 jet fighters and 60 combat helicopters, but rejecting many tanks and trucks. Secretary Laird warned costs could rise to 5 billion if operations extend to year end.
Partly cloudy today through Tuesday with scattered afternoon and evening thundershowers. Light to moderate winds. High today 90, low tonight 61, high Tuesday 92 degrees.
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