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The Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Rep. Tom Udall formally announced Thursday he will run for the Democratic nomination for the Senate seat being vacated by Republican Pete Domenici. Udall’s decision to run for the first open Senate seat in New Mexico in 36 years leaves the state with three wide-open congressional races in 2008. The outcome of the Senate race also could be key to control of the Senate. Udall, who was elected to northern New Mexico’s 3rd District seat in 1998, is a former two-term state attorney gener... Full story
A recent Washington Post poll puts global warming alarmism into perspective. If, as alarmists claim, manmade greenhouse gases are the primary cause of a disastrous increase in global temperatures, then everyone should want to take whatever drastic measures are necessary to ward off imminent devastation. Apparently, not everyone is so moved. Global warming ranked at the bottom in the Post’s poll of Democratic voters in Iowa who were asked, “What is the single most important issue in your choice for the Democratic can...
The Lady of the House and I have returned from a 4,600-mile odyssey through the American Southland visiting family. We went to Memphis, Tenn., to Asheville, N.C., on to Roanoke, Va., then southward to Charleston, S.C., to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., then upstate to Fort Walton Beach. We passed through Natchez, Miss., and then gladly came home to the wide open spaces of the Great American Southwest. We ain’t goin’ travelin’ like that again for a long, long time. There were so many miles, so many long days on the road and I worri... Full story
Have you ever thought, “There ought to be a law against that?” Like when people follow you too closely in their shopping carts at Wal-Mart or when they raise Pittsburgh Steelers flags here in Cowboys Country? There are no laws against being stupid or annoying, unless you count excessive telemarketing, in which case you have to go through the trouble of subscribing to a “Do Not Call List” to avoid, but which, as I have found, telemarketers can still get around. Maybe that is a good thing, though. Afterall, many of us, myself...
Editorial GOP presidential candidate Fred Thompson has proposed an interesting tax reform. It’s not a “flat tax” because it has two rates — 10 percent and 25 percent — but it might simplify the tax code. The idea of a flat-rate tax system — all incomes would be taxed at the same rate and, beyond a basic allowance, there would be no deductions, preferences, or exemptions for politicians to sell to lobbyists — gained considerable popularity in the 1990s. But it does not seem to be on a politically serious agenda just now. Too...
Have you ever thought, “There ought to be a law against that?” Like when people follow you too closely in their shopping carts at Wal-Mart or when they raise Pittsburgh Steelers flags here in Cowboys Country? There are no laws against being stupid or annoying, unless you count excessive telemarketing, in which case you have to go through the trouble of subscribing to a “Do Not Call List” to avoid, but which, as I have found, telemarketers can still get around. Maybe that is a good thing, though. Afterall, many of us, myself... Full story
Today’s focus: “Ms. A” Household members: 6 Children: 3 Special circumstances: “Ms. A’s” hours at work are too short to cover Christmas expenses. Her husband’s paycheck is used toward other bills. Her holiday hopes: For her children to have gifts under the tree at Christmas. Clothing needs: Girls shirt sizes juniors 10-12, 14-16 and 16-18. Girls pants sizes juniors 10-11, 12 and 14-16. Girls shoe sizes 13 1/2 to 1 child’s, 7 1/2 to 8, 2 1/2 to 3 Toys list: Tinkerbell headphones, fairy toys, Spiderman toys. The Empty Stock... Full story
C.V. Bridges, chairman of the Curry County Commission, reported the county had received its second road grader. ... An Associated Press dispatch stated that $221,000 had been allotted by the Federal Public Housing Authority for a public housing project in Clovis. ... First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Clovis, 116 E. 14th St., advised readers to obtain a long-term home loan for the benefit of their children.... Full story
Police Patrolman W. Coburn was stabbed with a butcher knife after attempting to arrest a man at 112 Calhoun. He was reported to be “past immediate danger” by his physician. ... The American Business Club launched its second annual Christmas Drive on behalf of underprivileged children, ABC President J.D. McClintock reported. ... Folger’s Coffee claimed in an advertisement they were so rich in flavor you could use one-quarter less than with lesser flavored brands.... Full story
The Clovis News-Journal reported the Clovis Wildcats beat the Palo Duro Dons 75-53 at a basketball game in Amarillo. ... Final preparations were being made for the Little Miss Sno-Flake and Sno Queen Pageants to be held at the Holiday Inn. ... For the second time in recent weeks, the Clovis Police Department reported no complaint reports had been filed. ... A 1955 Ford two-door sedan could be purchased at Doc Stewart Chevrolet-Buick, Inc. for $99.... Full story
At a meeting of superintendents and principals of high schools in the county, resolutions were adopted for formulating a schedule for basketball. ... Various organizations in Clovis were assisting in raising funds for the installation of curtains at the high school. ... City Drug Co., claimed to have “The Gifts From Every Land.... Full story
A proposal to stage the Curry County Fair at the Clovis Air Terminal was under consideration by the county commissioners following a meeting with D.J. McIsaac, terminal manager. ... More than 120 people attended the Clovis Quarterback Club’s football appreciation dinner at the Colonial Club. ... Children’s cowboy boots could be purchased for $3.99 at Levines....
Name: Lyda Essary Job: Admissions Specialist for Heartland Continuing Care Center. Time on the job: Since 2000 Background: Essary has worked in medical records and as a receptionist. She has worked in the same building for the past 15 1/2 years and has held positions with the old Roosevelt General Hospital, Presbyterian, Carriage Health Care and now with Heartland. Q. Describe what your job entails? A. Answering the phones, directing people to the correct departments, assisting the department heads as needed. I visit with...
Homemakers set luncheon The Causey Homemakers will have their community Christmas luncheon at 1 p.m. Sunday. The club will furnish ham, turkey, dressing and bread, everyone attending is asked to bring vegetables, salads and desserts. Information: Marilyn Gardner, 276-8440...
As newlyweds we thought we lived in a mansion. Our first home, called “Vetville,” consisted of rows of army barracks converted to apartments. They housed World War II veterans at Eastern New Mexico University for $25 a month. Everyone seemed to be in the same boat … going to school on the G.I. Bill. I remember the huge, wood-burning stove that had been converted to gas. It seemed to take hours to heat water or even a can of soup. (That was all I knew about cooking anyway.) On one snowy winter day, I hand washed some towel...
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Nov. 23 through Wednesday: —Terry Hernandez, 30, to Melissa Renee Duran, 22, both of Clovis —William Louis Richter, 64, to Hazel Marie Cole, 59, both of Clovis —Anthony Arthur Apodaca, 24, to Kimberly Ann Anaya, 23, both of Clovis —J. Jesus Mendoza, 25, to Dawna Jessica Campos, 23, both of Friona. The following divorces were compiled from court records from Nov. 23 through Wednesday: —Gloria Moncayo from Tony Moncayo —Mickey Pruitt from Donald Pruitt...
Dennis Marsh Who: Dennis Marsh Hometown: Hollis, Okla. Traveling to: Heading home after visiting a dairy near Clovis. Thoughts on Clovis: “It’s a beautiful town, nice little town. A little congested, but good.... Full story
Single mom Lorena Tarango, 27, is taking steps to provide a better future for her and her children through the General Education Development Preparation lab located in the Roosevelt County Enterprise Center. For the past three months, Tarango has been working on a series of tests that will prepare her for the general equivalency diploma test (GED), she said. The GED allows persons who didn’t receive a high school diploma the opportunity to receive a degree. Tarango sees herself attending college in the future, either to obtai... Full story
I must be very naïve. If most of the people live like the dysfunctional guests on daytime televisions talk shows, then I am really not in touch with how most of America thinks and lives. The strange is has become the norm on these shows. The live audiences on these various shows really give a round of applause when these people spill their story. It seems that the weirder the scandal, the more the audience gets in to it. Some time ago, I was pressing the remote control on... Full story
What started as a modest undertaking among a handful of Eastern New Mexico University faculty has evolved into a full-fledged drama production. “And The Winner Is ...” opens at 7 p.m. Saturday at Buchanan Hall of the Music Building. The first all-faculty production throws together a cast of characters that many in the community will know. The proceeds from the play will go to the ENMU Scholarship Fund and to the renovation of the Yam Theatre in downtown Portales, which is envisioned as a gathering place for events such as...
Today’s focus: “Ms. A” Household members: 6 Children: 3 Special circumstances: “Ms. A’s” hours at work are too short to cover Christmas expenses. Her husband’s paycheck is used toward other bills. Her holiday hopes: For her children to have gifts under the tree at Christmas. Clothing needs: Girls shirt sizes juniors 10-12, 14-16 and 16-18. Girls pants sizes juniors 10-11, 12 and 14-16. Girls shoe sizes 13 1/2 to 1 child’s, 7 1/2 to 8, 2 1/2 to 3 Toys list: Tinkerbell headphones, fairy toys, Spiderman toys. The Empty Stock... Full story
Mike Landgraf was a big man with an even bigger heart. Landgraf died Wednesday in Clovis. He was 63. His family and friends remember him as a stern but fair man who was extremely generous. And that philanthropic spirit was most evident in the large sums of money Landgraf donated to the United Way. According to United Way of Eastern New Mexico Executive Director Erinn Burch, Landgraf would call every year to ask if the nonprofit organization had met its’ annual goal. “He was generous,” Burch said. “He was our guardian angel....
The Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Rep. Tom Udall formally announced Thursday he will seek the Democratic nomination for the Senate seat being vacated by Republican Pete Domenici. “I have not been aiming for this job, but I am aiming for a better New Mexico and a better America,” he said. After Domenici announced he would retire in 2009 because of an incurable brain disease, Udall initially said he would stay in the House. But his staff said he reconsidered after a “groundswell” of encouragement from New Mexicans. Udall...
CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Bernadino Quisadas of Farwell inspects the gin stamp Wednesday at Farwell Gin Co. Quisadas is removing any debris from the stamp, which can be a fire hazard. Christmastime isn’t quite as white this year as it usually is for West Texas cotton ginners. The holiday season coincides with the cotton harvest, and cotton gins in Farwell and Muleshoe have seen high quality but low quantity. Craig Rohrbach, the general manager of Parmer County Cotton Growers Co-op in Farwell, said the cooperative h...
