Aguilar Vargas win Rodeo money at Taos event
Ray Aguilar and Ernie Vargas finished in the money at the 6th annual Rodeo de Taos sponsored by the Taos County Sheriff's Posse. Both took second in team-tying with 10.8 seconds, behind first at 8.10. Events included bareback, saddle bronco, bull riding, calf and steer roping, goal tying and barrel racing. Over 200 contestants, 500-700 spectators daily. Rodeo Queen 1973 Robin Adams. attendant Mary Ann Gonzales. Junior Queen Merlinda Gonzales. attendant Bernadette Garcia. Program: hot noon meals for seniors starting July 1 in Taos and Rio Arriba counties with centers in Penasco, Taos, Cerro. Eligibility 62+. Includes meals, transport, recreation, arts and crafts. largely volunteer cooking. Funded by Title II and R&D grant from Washington.