Pages past — Sept. 30

On this date ...

1980: District Court Judge Reuben Nieves of Clovis said he would allow cameras into his courtroom for a murder trial.

The Clovis News-Journal reported it was the first time in Curry County, and “possibly” the first time in New Mexico, a judge had agreed to allow cameras.

“I hope this type of proceeding becomes common place,” Nieves said.

1950: Oscar Cantwell, the Roosevelt County district field scout executive, was directing a school for the mothers of Cub Scouts at Portales’ Methodist church.

Four classes had been scheduled.

“Fathers were also invited to attend whenever possible,” the Clovis News-Journal reported.

It’s their business ...

1990: McDonald’s restaurants in Clovis and Portales were offering “real value,” according to their newspaper ads.

Customers could purchase sausage biscuits, hamburgers, French fries and cherry pies for 59 cents each.

Pages Past is compiled by Editor David Stevens. For more regional history, check out his weblog at:

www.highplainsyesterdays.com