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Vol. 121, No. 169 75¢ Daily / $1.25 Sunday
INSIDE NEWS
THE VOICE OF THE PECOS VALLEY
July 15, 2012
Old West returns to Fort Stanton
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MESCALERO DANCERS, THEATRICAL TROUPE, SOLDIERS
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Gala event continues today NOAH VERNAU RECORD STAFF WRITER
Hundreds of folks with an appetite for Old West action gathered to celebrate the rich history of Fort Stanton, Saturday, including history buffs, authors, artists and a host of costumed re-enactors to partake in the annual Fort Stanton Live! Located between Lincoln and Capitan in the eastern foothills of the Sierra Blanca Mountains, New Mexico’s storied state monument of fers a glimpse into the Civil War and Indian Wars eras that have captivated the imaginations of Americans for more than a century. Jack Shuster, public relations coordinator, said this year’s event brought more than 70 re-enactors to the fort, a record number who helped to transform the 119-acre fort into eras gone but not forgotten. “We have cavalry, See OLD WEST, Page A7
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Dancers were performing during breaks in the action. Dunks were greeted with "MVP!" chants. Mascots, merchandise giveaways, and hot dog stands had the feel of an NBA arena, not the U.S. Olympic men's team's workout. Of course this was no game. As Allen Iverson would say: We talkin' about practice. The U.S. Olympic basketball team went through a most unusual workout Saturday, an open practice ... - PAGE B1
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Scott Schermer, portraying a soldier from Battery A, 3rd United States Artillery, points out the specifications of an Army 3inch ordnance rifle to tourists visiting Fort Stanton Live!, Saturday.
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The Mescalero Dancers perform for visitors during Fort Stanton Live!, Saturday.
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Jenny Smith and Randy England of the Spencer & Jackson Theatrical Troupe relax between shows during Fort Stanton Live!, Saturday.
Word of Encouragement ministry hosts block party CHAUNTE’L POWELL RECORD STAFF WRITER
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PreOrdained Ministries performs as New Destiny Fellowship Church minister James Licon grills hot dogs, Saturday.
Brightly colored balloons adorned the gate outside of 213 E. 23rd St., Saturday after noon. The smell of grilled hot dogs filled the air as the heavy bass from the up-tempo gospel music blasted through the speakers and reverberated down most of the block. In between songs, a booming voice urged kids to turn off their X-Boxes, stop watching Netflix and come outside to have a good time serving the Lord.
That was the scene as the Word of Encouragement ministry of New Destiny Fellowship Church hosted its summer block party for the youth in the area. For minister James Licon, this was more than just another opportunity for fellowship; it was an effort to combat what he sees as a growing problem in the area.
He recalled an incident that took place about a month ago, where he was threatened by a drug dealer and told to stay away from the neighborhood and those in it.
“After that encounter, my heart just sank,” he said. “I was like, ‘You know what, this is ridiculous.’ Somebody’s got to reach out to them because, if the light of God doesn’t get out to them through his people, then it’s going to be the light of darkness that captures them.”
Those who came out had the chance to enjoy original musical selections by PreOrdained Ministries and even hear a short sermon by Licon. In the sermon he See PARTY, Page A7
Battery victim recalls harrowing ordeal Heat, drought pose big JESSICA PALMER RECORD STAFF WRITER
Beverly Moore, the victim of a brutal beating for which her roommate has been charged, spoke of her harrowing ordeal, Wednesday, for the first time since she was rescued by a neighbor in April. Around 8:30 a.m. on April 30, the Roswell Police Department responded to a call made by the neighbor after she broke into the apartment, in the 200 block of West Matthews Street, and found her friend savagely beaten. RPD spokesman Sgt. Jim Preston said at the time it was the worst case he had ever seen. Her roommate, Patricia Kanmore, is charged with holding Moorecaptive and restrained for four days
without food or water. “I had known her for years and I had heard about her temper, but it just came out of the blue. I asked her if she could go to the bank for me ... she had done it in the past, and all hell broke loose,” Moore said. During the time she was held captive, Moore said it was like her brain fragmented into four parts. “It’s hard to explain, really.” Moore stood while detailing her story to exhibit the scars around her eyes, on her forehead and her scalp. She suffered several skull fractures, two black eyes and five fractures to the jaw. Her left wrist was wrapped in gauze because she had been tied so tightly that she lost most of the use of her
hand due to the restriction in blood flow. She will soon have to undergo surgery. “The day my neighbor came to rescue me I rolled into the living room. I could hear the bones crunch,” said Moore as she indicated her hand. “I had duct tape wrapped around my head and a washcloth in my mouth. I tried to spit it out. When my neighbor came over, I didn’t know if she (Kanmore) was in the room, but I realized this was my last chance and I started to yell for help.” The door was locked, but the neighbor was able to get into the apartment through a window. “She gave me some water,” Moore said. “The ambu-
See ORDEAL, Page A7
problems for agriculture
The heat wave made its way to Roswell and while many fled indoors to keep cool, those in the agriculture industry were faced with a dilemma. The drought prevented grass from growing, making it hard to feed the livestock. Farmers and ranchers were forced to irrigate heavily, not only in an attempt to grow food for livestock, but to keep them hydrated. Sandra Barraza, agriculture agent for the Chaves County Extension Office, said the extreme heat is “very stressful on both crops and livestock.” According to Barraza, the rain provided temporary relief; it didn’t negate the effects of the drought. “Everyone is in such a deficit,” she said. “It’s not an overnight fix, but everyone is very thankful and hopes it continues.”
The rainfall will be intermittent at best the next few days, while temperatures are predicted to be between 85-90 degrees. Far mers and ranchers find themselves in a predicament similar to the one they faced last summer, when record high temperatures and days without rain forced farmers to dry out some of their fields and use what water they did have on fewer fields and ranchers to sell off some of their livestock. As they did last summer, producers will use various irrigation methods, including sprinkler systems and gated pipes used for flood irrigation. Although feed prices have increased, the heat wave should have no significant impact on the upcoming 4-H Fair on July 30, Barraza said.