20 Apr 1966
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Newspaper
Silver City Daily Press
Location
Silver City, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1966
Page
1
Air Force and Navy pilots battered a wide lane of communication targets along the North Vietnamese panhandle. They reported cutting roads in 10 places, cratered a river ford, destroyed an anti aircraft position and a highway bridge, and hit four truck parks. The SAC's L528 arrived from Guam at noon for a moderate size strike near Da Nang, in South Vietnam.
Six American antiwar activists led by Reb A J Muste faced a hostile crowd of angry Vietnamese youths who threw tomatoes and eggs and shouted Go home. Police hurried the group from the Saigon City Mall as authorities demanded they leave Vietnam at once. The Americans planned a public appeal to the U S embassy.
The Silver High Chorus hosts its second annual Hootenanny on Thursday at 8 p.m. Tyrone Morris of Indiana and student at WNMU leads with folk guitar and songs. Acts include the Beez and Barbershop Quartet with varied numbers, plus Linda Lacy and Bob McKlevenna. Keith Burns and Joe Anderson of Las Cruces join the bill.
Ashmore reports retirements and resignations at multiple schools. North Silver Elementary sees retirements and resignations from Romela Tulloch and Edna Andrew. Sixth Street School lists Merlyn Burgess Barbara Grimes and Linda Shelley leaving. Cliff School notes Goldie Chapin retiring. Demonstrators near Cliff claim tickets for a noon night out of Saivon and threaten departure if their protest is not halted.
A set of political notices urging support for candidates in Grant County. Betty J. Turner seeks a second term as county clerk, Ella Ward runs for assessor, John W. Fleming for probate judge, Robert C. Martin for state representative District Two, Roy Clark for county commissioner District 3, and Alice Kelsey for county treasurer. All are subject to the Democratic Primary May 3 and urge voter support at the polls.
A brief campaign notice urging reelection of U S Commer for Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 subject to the Democratic Primary May 3. The candidate highlights three terms in office as proof of experience and qualification and seeks public support.
Steve Ray Aguirre appeals to Grant County voters in the Democratic primary on May 3 asking for support in his bid for reelection. He vows continued conscientious service and public protection through his years of law enforcement.
Equal treatment under the law has guided his administration as attorney public defender and district judge. Hodges is a Grant County Democrat urging support in the Democratic Primary on May 3.
A candidate profile supporting Charlie Smith for County Commissioner District 2 highlights sincere interest in local government operations and taxpayer investment protection. The message urges Democratic primary voters to back Smith in the May 3 election.
William H. Bud Cobb urges Democratic primary voters in Precinct 3 to support his bid for another term. He notes the constable role requires tact firmness and patience and says he will complete his first term next December.
Benny Altamirano announces candidacy for a second two year term for Grant County Commissioner District One. He states harmony has driven progress and smooth operation under the current board and asks for Democratic primary support on May 3.
FF born on the Gila and longtime Grant County resident pledges strong law and order stands and equal treatment for all. He urges support in the Democratic Primary on May 3 for the growing community’s sheriff role.
Grant County resident for 32 years pledges equal benefits across the county and growth to foster a lasting economy. The candidate asks for support in the Democratic Primary on May 3, with Alex Archuleta running for County Commissioner District 2.
WASHINGTON AP Jesus Vargas secretary general of the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization says he is optimistic allied nations can halt the spread of communism in Asia on his first U S visit He praises U S efforts and hopes Asians and the free world recognize them
A Senate Commerce Committee report tallies 64 deaths and 222 injuries from natural gas pipeline accidents over the past 15 years. The findings highlight ongoing safety concerns and call for stronger oversight and enforcement actions.
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