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Spotlight: 75. Anniversary of Billy the Kid Pageant - Old Lincoln Days

Art Reischman Park 32. International Juried Art Show and Competition

Roswell Museum and Art Center: Pop Challee’s “Landscapes on Paper” 14 John Le May’s “Tall Tales and Half Truths of Billy the Kid” Calendar 5 Culture 3

Music Out of the dark Plague Infected Paradise 8

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34. Annual Heritage Award Dinner

Thursday, August 6, 2015 Volume 20, Issue 14

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34th Annual Heritage Award Dinner History comes alive at the Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico By Christina Stock Vision Editor istory in Roswell is not like a dusty book, forgotten somewhere in a cupboard. It is a living entity that reaches out and touches today’s generation. The people of the past are called pioneers, entrepreneurs, founders — others call them family. The annual heritage award dinner invites the public to learn about the families who helped to make Roswell a better place. The Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico will be honoring the Gene Reischman and J. Kenneth Smith families at the 34th Annual Heritage Award Dinner at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center, August 25 at 6 p.m. Launched in 1981, the annual Heritage Award Dinner is one of the longest running events in the area. The event entails a reception, silent auction, a steak dinner and cash bar. Caterer is Pepper’s Grill & Bar. The cost is $60 per person, $450 per table. The organizers ask for RSVP by August 7. For more information call 575622-8333 or visit roswellnmhistory.org. The annual award is presented to longtime residents who have contributed greatly to the area over a long period of time. The annual heritage dinner is HSSNM’s main event to support its mission: “To assemble, preserve and

interpret the history of southeast New Mexico and to promote a great interest, understanding and appreciation of the area’s past.” HSSNM Executive Director Amy Davis said, “Last year’s event honoring Dorothy Peterson and Kim Wiggins was an amazing success. We are looking forward to making this year’s event even better. There is a lot in the works to renovate and preserve our historic building and antiques.” The building that houses HSSNM is located at the corner of North Lea Avenue and West Second Street. It is listed in the National Register of Historical places. Its construction was completed in 1912, the same year New Mexico became a state. The antique home is available for special events such as weddings and receptions. The archive building provides an abundance of rare and historical books, over 14,000 photos, manuscripts, maps, audio tapes and more. It is a popular source for local and foreign researchers and authors. Staff and archives are available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. and by appointment. One of the most interesting aspects of the Reischman and Smith families is how strong the Roswell family relationships intertwined through business and

family ties. Many family members rose to business and national prominence. It all started in 1940, when Lester James Reischman (LJ) along with his son Owen Aramagene (Gene) Reischman began to look for a bakery to buy so they could be in business together. LJ had previously owned and operated several bakeries in Breckenridge, Texas. But that bakery wasn’t large enough to support both families. After looking into other cities in Texas, an Anheuser Busch yeast salesman told them about a bakery in Roswell that was for sale. The rest was history. Since the war with Germany was underway, Lester and Gene knew that the name “Reischman” would not be popular, so they visited with the W.E. Long Company — a bakers’ cooperative in Chicago. They had the brand name “Holsum” for bread and impressed both Les and Gene with their bread wrapper design and advertising skills. Holsum Bakery had joined W.E. Long Company in 1941and as part of agreement, Holsum Baking Company was granted ownership of the Holsum Brand name with the State of New Mexico. That strong relationship with W. E. Long Co. lasted throughout Holsum Baking Company’s existence (1940-1986). Gene Reischman later was

elected as vice chairman of the board and eventually as Chairman of the W.E. Long Company. Kenneth Smith married Alice Marie Reischman, daughter of LJ Reischman, in 1943. Smith was in training at the Army’s Glider School at the Roswell

Army Air Field when they met. After the war, Smith became a partner of Gene Reischman at Holsum Bakery. Eventually he became president of Holsum Bakery. Smith was an avid ornithologist, sharing this hobby with his son Steve. Together they founded the J. Kenneth

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”Custom rod iron and welding artist Farrell Clem is working on the gate that is inspired by an old photograph,” said Wink. “The High Prairie Poets of Roswell are going to write tile post cards, that are based on historic post cards. These are going to be decorating the top of the tree benches. Smaller ones will be on the sides of the benches and dividers.” Other tile workshops will continue to take place at The Gallery, An old photo gives inspiration to the Stella Coffee, the Senior designs at Reischman Park. Center, public library Photo Christina Stock and the Roswell Museum and Art Center. “This project is imagRemembering Roswell to the metamorphosis ined in Roswell, made public art component of the park. Electricity on Mainstreet and part of the Reischman Park has been laid out for the of the community,” says renovation, located in new stage to provide Wink. “It is a fun experithe heart of Roswell at power for bands and to ence for everybody.” Wink wants to thank 308 N. Main Street. The add lighting. everybody involved, project is under adminThe free tile workfrom artists, groups, istration of the City of shops involve old and Mainstreet Roswell and Roswell. young, artists and amaT h e R e m e m b e r i n g teurs. Wink said, “There t h e C i t y o f R o s w e l l , Roswell public art proj- i s s t i l l m u c h t o d o , especially Tim Williams ect is adding all the including the making of of the Parks and Rech i s t o r i c a l l y - t h e m e d more tiles and the art r e a t i o n d e p a r t m e n t , feature artwork, thanks work on the walls fram- Louis Najar, Jim Sexe, to fundraising and free ing the Reischman park. Elizabeth Stark-Reuken tile making events. In It is a community effort.” and Kevin Dillon from the city’s planning and March more then 1,000 Many events will be h a n d m a d e c e r a m - held for the public to engineering departic bowls were sold in join in and be a part of ment. Also Terry Roads, a silent auction. Con- creating the final touch- Kate Erbaugh, the Garden Club and the Roscerts brought attention es of the park. well Interarts Program. ”The park’s concept will portray Roswell’s rich history to locals and visitors and be a great venue for events,” said Wink. The next tile making class will be organized by Young Professionals for the Arts on August 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Liberty, 312 N. Virginia Ave. For other events and further information contact Wink at 575-6235600 or email susan@ rair.org. Gonzales (left) and Konii Carpenter (right) during a

Reischman Park is breezing away

By Christina Stock Vision Editor rom a simple breezeway to a fully-functioning event location and park — what started with just an idea in 2010, supported by Dusty Huckabee of Mainstreet Roswell, is moving along and will be finished in six to eight months, says artist and creative organizer Sue Wink. The project got a major push in 2014 with a $100,000 grant from Mainstreet USA, which Mainstreet Roswell made available for the

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10th Annual Alien Open Dart Tournament

By Christina Stock Vision Editor he weekend of August 14-16 the professional dart players and amateurs are coming to Roswell to compete for a total of $10,000 payout, and other prizes including collector steins and alien inflatable plastic dolls. Organizer Leigh Humble of the Pecos Valley Dart Association says, “These dolls are so popular, everybody wants to take a picture with them.” The tournament takes place at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center and is free for onlookers. “It is so much fun for everybody,” says Humble. “The PVDA was founded in March 2006. However, people have been throwing darts competitively in Roswell at least since the early 1980s. Currently, the only place we have league play is at the Fraternal Order of Eagles at 3201 S. Sunset Avenue. We play on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. We call it league play, but it’s open to anyone that would like to come out and play. All you need to do is ring the bell and we sign you in. Our youngest competitor is 14 years old. Our oldest is ... well, I’ll just say in their 60’s.” Even though darts had been played in Roswell for so long, the idea of having a national tournament came about in 2006. PVDA started with a small group and over the years it grew from a town event to state and now participants come from all over the U.S. PVDA tournament director and member since the beginning, Michael W. Ramey says, “Come out before the competition and find out what it is all about. Most of us are very friendly and will show how it is done. After all, that is how we learned.” The Fraternal Order of the Eagles have six dart boards members of the PVDA and guests can use. “The professional players have to collect points see Dart on page 7

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Lest We Forget: Roswell Army Airfield - The Early Years

Every First Friday of the Month Pecos Valley Steam Society Social This is not only for Steampunk fans. Everybody is invited, Goth, Cyber, Emu etc. No dress code. The meeting is usually at Stella Coffee Co., 315 N Main St. at 6 p.m. For more information follow them on Facebook. Roswell Every third Tuesday of the month

This Walker Aviation Museum display will remain through the end of the year. This exhibit features a short history of the base and many items from the WWII era, as well as information about the planes that flew at Roswell Army Airfield from 1941-1945. The museum is open from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 347-2464 or visit wafbmuseum.org. Roswell

Sgt. Moses D. Rocha Marine Corps League Detachment 1287 Meeting

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Marine Corps League Meeting at 1506 E. 19th St. at 7 p.m. One of the Marine Corps Leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major events is Toys for Tots, providing toys for kids who would otherwise not have any presents on Christmas. For more information, call 575-578-4689.

This Walker Aviation Museum exhibit is a tribute to the 579th Strategic Missile Squadron assigned to Walker Air Force Base during the early 1960s. The squadron was responsible for operating and maintaining 12 Atlas missile silos around the greater Roswell area. The exhibit was funded through a grant from the Association of Air Force Missileers. The museum is open from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 347-2464 or visit wafbmuseum.org.

Roswell Every Week, Mon 8 Ball Pool League Attention all pool players! Roswell Ball Busters is Roswellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own local BCA sanctioned 8 ball pool league and they are looking to expand. They have openings on teams now and will be accepting new teams this year. They play every Monday night at 7. Five person coed teams, each team member plays three games. Venues are Farleys, Variety, Fraternal Order of Eagles and Center City bowling alley. Play there and get a chance to play BCA national in Las Vegas, Nevada all expenses paid. For more information call 575-650-2591 or email ballbusters@ outlook.com.

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Roswell Every Week, Tue, Wed, Thu Games at Pair-A-Dice Pair-A-Dice game shack, located at 309 N. Main St., holds weekly gaming events. Regular times: Tuesday from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. is Trading Card Game night, featuring free play of games like Pokemon, Yu Gi-Oh!, Card Wars, My Little Pony and collectible card games. Wednesday from 5 - 7 p.m. is board

game night. Thursday is Miniature Night, featuring paint and play for games like Warhammer from 5 - 7 p.m. Friday nights feature Magic: The Gathering from 5 - 7 p.m. Saturday afternoons have special featured games, which change weekly. For more information, call 575-6234263, or email vbriseno@ p a i ra d i c e ga m e s h a c k . com. Roswell Every Week, Wed Weekly Knockout The Roswell Fighting Game Community presents Weekly Knockout at The Unity Center located at 108 E. Bland St. every Wednesday from 7 p.m. midnight. Dragonpunch with Ken, slash with Sabrewulf and smash with Kirby all night long without disturbing your neighbors. Casual and competitive gamers are welcome. Bring your favorite games and set up. All games are welcome. For more information, visit facebook. com/RoswellFGC. Roswell Every Wed, Fri Music at Peppers Grill & Bar Party on the Patio all summer on Wednesday and live music on Fridays on the Patio of Peppers Grill & Bar, 500 N. Main St. For more information call 575623-1700. Roswell Every Week, Thu T-Tones at El Toro Bravo The T-Tones play at El Toro Bravo at 102 S. Main St. from 6 - 8 p.m. For more information, call El Toro Bravo at 622-9280.

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Roswell Every Week, Thu Bingo at the Elks Lodge Doors open at 5 p.m. for dinner service. Games start at 6:30 p.m. Open for the public. 1720 N. Montana Ave. 575-622-1560. Roswell Every Week - Thu Dart Tournament at the Eagles. Open for the public. Just ring the bell and the members of the Pecos Valley Dart Association will let you in. 3201 S. Sun-

set Boulevard. For more information call Mike and Donna Ramey at 575-9105895 or Leigh Humble at 575-627-7350 or visit roswelldarts.com or email roswelldarts@roswelldarts.com. Roswell Every Week, Thu, Sat Live music at Cattleman’s Kountry Kitchen Tom Blake performs at Cattleman’s Kountry Kitchen, 2010 S. Main St., 575-208-0543.

p.m. at Terry Bullard’s Dance Hall on 119 Island Rd., across from the Dollar Store. Bullard is an American country music artist, musician, entertainer, recording engineer and songwriter. He was the first to record “Amarillo By Morning”. Bullard has shared the stage with some of the country greats such as: Merle Haggard, Mel Tellis, George Strait, Dolly Parton and many more. Roswell Every Week, Fri

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The market is located at the courthouse lawn on Main Street from 8-11 a.m. This is a local community market that features assortments of organic food, vegetables, crafts, local specialties and fruits. For more information contact Lester Peck at 575-6272239 or check farmersmarketsnm.org.

Tile making workshop with Young Professionals for the Arts Collective will take place at the Liberty Club, 312 N. Virginia Ave., 5:30-7:30 p.m. For other tile workshop events and further information contact Sue Wink at 575-6235600 or email susan@rair. org.

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On Thursday the American Country duo Dan and Shay are performing at 7 p.m., Friday American Idol winner Scotty McCreery is performing and on Saturday legendary American rock and blues singer-songwriter Gregg Allman. Tickets are available via bandsintown. com. For more information visit leacounty.net.

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Open Jam Every Saturday from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. at Dragon and Rose music studio located at 4504 W. Second St. For more information, call 575-840-5744.

Artesia’s Summer Movie is “Charade” at the Heritage Walkway, 320 W. Main Street. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center at 575-746-4212.

Roswell Until August 7 Vacation Fun Program at the Yucca Recreation Center For children between the ages of 5 and 12. Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 5:15 p.m. Program cost is $395 for summer, $140 per month, $60 per week or $12 daily. Open to boys and girls. There will be special events and topics, a reading program, sports, arts and crafts, music and games. There will also be karate classes with additional fees of $35, Aerobic class for additional $15 per month. For more information and details call the Yucca Recreation center at 624-6719. Roswell Until August 9 ENMU-R Pool

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University-Roswell swimming pool is open for the summer. The pool will be open to the public daily, Sunday through Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pool hours may vary occasionally due to adverse weather conditions or to accommodate private parties. Regular daily admission is $3 for adults and children. ENMU-Roswell students and personnel with a validated I.D. card pay $1.50. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Family Swim Nights will be held every Tuesday from May 26 through August 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. Each family member pays only $2 on Family Swim Nights. The pool can also be reserved for special events and season passes are also available. For season pass information, call Eva Watley at (575) 6247191 or (575) 624-7195. For private pool party reservations, contact Frances Dubiel at (575) 624-7250 or by email at frances.dubiel@roswell.enmu.edu. Lincoln August 7-9 Old Lincoln Days - 75th Anniversary of “The Last Escape of Billy the Kid” Old Lincoln Days - the pageant was first produced in 1940, when local artist Peter Hurd played Billy. During the weekend the village is packed with 7,000 of its closest friends, reliving the frontier days with chuck-wagon cooks, blacksmiths, dancing girls, gunfighters, speakers, a parade and three showings of the pageant. Vendors and food concessionaires will be on the scene. Seven museums of the Lincoln Historic Site will be open, including the Anderson-Freeman Visitor Center and the Murphy-Dolan Store, now

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during the year which they get by participating in contests throughout the states. The points decide for which games they qualify,” Humble explains. The tournament was first held at the Best Western Sally Port Inn and Suites, but they outgrew the ballroom, so they relocated last year to the Convention and Civic Center. Humble says, “We rely on local businesses and individuals for sponsorships to help keep this event going. There is a charge of $110 for entering, but that goes to cover the payouts. Other expenses, such as equipment, hall rental, security, catering and the collector shirts are partially covered by out generous sponsors. This year we thank Krumland Auto group, Bank of the Southwest, ABC Distributing, Chaves County Door & Supply, FAP Production, Peppers Grill & Bar, Quick Draw Carwash, Andrews Pump Service, Hispano Chamber of Commerce and Prosperity OZ. But there is still room for more. The lowest sponsor fee requested is $100, corporate sponsorships begin at $500.” PVDA is expecting over 150 participants, compared to last year’s 135. Humble says,”This year we have again a fun and eye-catching t-shirt design. When we attend tournaments in other areas, it’s always amazing and heartwarming to see our tournament shirts from past years being worn. We strive to have eye-catching colors and designs, which help our shirts stand out from the crowd.”

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There are 11 events during the tournament. PVDA encourages also beginners to participate. Humble says, “If time permits, along with our regular scheduled events we also throw in one competition we call the ‘Toilet Bowl Challenge.’ To enter you have to have already lost. There is a small monetary payout for this event, but more coveted seems to be the award the winners receive. Yes, they each win a new toilet seat that has been decorated just for the occasion. We’ll write funny sayings on it and decorate it with, what else, aliens.” “Proceeds of the event,” says Ramey, “will go to a charitable organization. In the past it was Chaves County Cancer Fund, Casa and the Shriners. This year it is going to be the Down Syndrome Foundation of Southeast New Mexico. Our goal is to be able to give at least $2,000. If we are under that amount, we fill up the remaining amount ourselves.” To register or get more information about joining PVDA or the competition call Mike and Donna Ramey at 575-910-5895 or Leigh Humble at 575-627-7350 or visit roswelldarts. com or email roswelldarts@roswelldarts.com.

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known as the Old Lincoln County Courthouse. For more information call 575-653-4025. Roswell August 7-9 Back to School Tax Free Holiday The New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax Holiday, for this weekend the state of New Mexico suspends collection of gross receipts tax on sales of qualifying items. Many merchants also absorb the tax on non-qualifying items. The tax holiday begins at 12:01 midnight on August 7 and concludes on August 9 at midnight. For more information visit tax. newmexico.gov/taxholiday.aspx.

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Live Music at Dragon & Rose

Chubby Checker & the Wildcats concert at the Spencer

The Band ASWEARE featuring Mary Annett are performing at 7 p.m. at the Dragon & Rose Studio. Tickets are $5 at the door. Kids under 14 are free with adult admission. The studio is located at 4504 W. Second Ave. For more information call 575-8405744 or visit their Facebook page. Roswell August 7 Live music at Pecos Flavors Winery Susan Herndon (Red Dirt, Folk/Rock) performs at Pecos Flavors Winery, 305 N. Main St. The Show starts at 6 p.m. $5 cover charge. For information or reservation call 575-627-6265.

The Grammy-winning vocalist, songwriter, rocker and arranger behind “The Twist,” shares his high-energy sound and spirit in concert. Tickets range between $39-85. The performance starts at 8 p.m. The Spencer Theater is located at 108 Spencer road, airport Highway 220. For tickets or more information call 575-336-4800 or visit spencertheater.com. Lincoln August 8 Free Cowboy Poetry & Song The Friends of Historic Lincoln present Cowboy Poetry & Song at the Lin-

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Out of the dark Plague Infected Paradise

By Christina Stock Vision Editor

he death metal band Plague Afflicted Paradise formed three years ago, bringing a unique style to Roswell’s metal bands. The name of the band has a deeper meaning: “Paradise” refers to Earth and “plague” to the human race. The band’s youngest member, Esteban Holguin, plays the guitar. As so many in our days, Holguin taught himself how to play the instrument on youtube. Other members are also selftaught: Joshua Thompson on the guitar, Albert Cruz III on bass, Brandon Menagh on the drums and Ken McMillon does vocals. PAP is a perfect example of the new music trend in metal. Their music brings out emotion, portraying the dark side of the human spirit. Many of their songs have an instrumental light, almost spiritual beginning, that switches into the dark and into the doom of the original lyrics. Every instrument and musician adds depth. Vocalist McMillon calls it “free-balling” when the band members work to create a new song. McMillon says, “Lyrics change often, the song changes, until we know the song is done.” While the band members practice in the small studio, their families are chatting on the porch, and a puppy is jumping to get attention. It is such a strong contrast to the music that rolls like thunder with the strange blend of the voice of McMillon roaring and the drummer accenting the staccato-style of the guitars and bass leading them on.

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The First Tee of Southeastern New Mexico’s 10th Annual Golf Tournament

By Christina Stock Vision Editor

he First Tee of Southeastern New Mexico’s Annual Golf Tournament is the organization’s major fundraiser. All of the proceeds from the tournament will go directly to their program. The game begins on August 8 at 8 a.m. with a Shotgun Start at the New Mexico Military Institute’s golf course. The tournament is in honor of Jerry Childress and his service and support of The First Tee. “All tournament spots have already been filled. It is going to be a great event,” said executive director Adrienne Field. Everybody is invited to cheer their team on and to participate in the silent auction. “We have a two-night stay and a round of golf at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, gift baskets, gift cards, merchandise that was donated by local businesses and a YETI cooler that was donated by Roswell Livestock and Farm Supply,” said Field. “Donations for the silent auctions are still being accepted. Our goal is to raise $30,000 for our program.” The primary goal of the founding board members of The First Tee organization is to provide high quality programs that promote academic achievement, character development and life-enhancing values through the game of golf. Founding members are Jerry Childress, Crae Fields, Larry Fields, Joanne Blach, Debbie Cooper, Ray Baca, Spunky Baldock, Bonnie Puntch, Greg South and Jim Waldrip. The First Tee started in 2005 as First Tee of Pecos Valley. The organization expanded

throughout the region and is now called The First Tee of Southeast New Mexico, with programs in Artesia, Carlsbad, Hobbs, Lovington, Roswell and Ruidoso. Field said, “This year we had 15 summer camps with over 500 participants. The First Tee is open for every child from the age of 5 to 17 years of age. Nobody gets turned away and we have scholarships available. Our founding members set a goal to have golf accessible for everybody. The New Mexico Military Institute’s golf course has been our home and host since the very beginning. We would not be where we are without their unwavering support.” Last summer class was at the New Mexico Military Institute’s golf course. Thirty young ladies from the Girl Scouts of the Southwest participated. “Kids do not only learn the game of golf, we use golf as a tool to teach honesty, sportsmanship, integrity, manners and respect. To say please and thank you. Habits that are almost lost,” said Field. “We want to create good golfers, but at the end of the day cultivate good people and future community leaders. We also talk about giving back and community service.” The summer program uses The First Tee life skills experience for summer camps/clinics in addition to outreach with other youth serving agencies. The First Tee of Southeastern New Mexico is working together with the Down Syndrome Foun-

dation, Girl Scouts of the Southwest and the Boys and Girls Club. The DRIVE (Develops Rewarding Inspiring Values for Everyone) program fosters a deeper impact on the community and the youth in Roswell by incorporating The First Tee curriculum into the Boys and Girls club program. The First Tee of Southeast New Mexico makes golf accessible for everyone. The program teaches young people from all backgrounds life skills that allow them to face challenges at home, school and play in a constructive manner. Their goal is to reach more and to encourage the youth to participate. The organization is pro-active in getting more children involved. “First Tee is part of the National School Program in Artesia and Lovington,” said Field. “We are working right now on Hobbs and Roswell. We are on track to have the national school program in 30 schools. The New Mexico Military Institute has been instrumental in the success of The First Tee Program in Southeastern New Mexico and has created avenues of opportunity for thousands of children.” The First Tee after school program engages participants in the classroom, on the driving range, the putting green and on the golf course. Games, skills, challenges and certifications are incorporated into the daily program for the young people. The First Tee National School Program is conducted during regular school hours and engages elementary-age students in a structured physical education that promotes motor skills, character development and The First Tee nine core values. The after school session starts September 14 with new classes at New Mexico Military Institute’s golf course. For further information or to sign up contact Adrienne Fields at 575-623-4444 or the New Mexico Military Institute Pro Shop at 575-622-6033.

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Metal in the blood 19f7 is 1947

By Christina Stock Vision Editor immy Skipper is a household name in Roswell and his family has deep roots in the community. His ancestry includes Cherokee and Navajo.

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Skipper says he and his son Steven got their musical talent from his father, who was a country musician. “When I went to Roswell High, I was into breakdancing,” said Skipper. “Then my older brother Curtis gave me my first guitar, I switched 180 degrees and went from dancing into playing metal. In 1984 my favorite band was Metallica. Nobody in Roswell knew about metal at that time, it wasn’t popular at all. Friends and I formed the band TNT. I believe it was the first metal garage band in town.” Skipper is self-taught. At the age of 19 Skipper moved to his uncle in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he had the chance to do his first public performances with the band Chaotic Frenzy. Skipper returned to Roswell a year later and became a father. Like most in the metal scene, Skipper has a daytime job, working in construction and on motorcycles. In his spare time music is his focus. “We have right now about six metal bands in town. And many artists switch from band to band and are even part of several bands, depending where they are needed.” Skipper says, “The music is always there, but now at the age of 45, I see it also as a business. You got to be reliable for the club owners to hire you. Times have changed. I know many of the older generation, who are still into drugs or drink too much. You can’t do that, you are killing yourself. Today it is important to be clean and to be professional.” Skipper’s son Steven is the bands drummer and during the day working as a cook. Steven says, “I played the drums since I was 12 years old. It comes natural for me.” He explains his affinity to drums because of his strong ancestry on both parents’ sides, a combination of Navajo, Cherokee and from his mother’s side, Apache. Skipper says, “We have started to write new songs and have put together a good band with local musicians. We have also a few singers, but could use some more. Most important, we need a bass player, who can commit.” He is working together with the company Diamond Amp. The new song should be available online in the first week of August. The band changed its name from 19f7 to 1947 because of some technical difficulties on Facebook and ReverbNation. “We used to be on the first spot,” says Skipper, “we got to start new with 1947, and let our fans know.” The band members of 1947 consider themselves experimental rap metal artists with positive messages for the audience. You can contact Skipper on his Facebook page Timmy Skipper and view his youtube videos of 19f7 “Live from the Silverdome” for samples of the band’s style.

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coln Public Park, 4-6 p.m. As New Mexico’s most enchanting cowboy, Mike Moutoux takes his ranch experiences and turns them into a form of entertainment that puts an audience as close to being in the saddle as words and music will allow. Wild rides, cattle drives, mysterious canyons and wide open skies. This all takes place during the Old Lincoln Days. For more information contact Sandra James at 575-653-4025 or 575-208-5073 or visit nmhistoricsites.org/lincoln.

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Iconic Band Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is performing at the Lea County State Fair Ticket for the performance at the 80th Lea County Fair are $8 for adult, $5 for child, children 5 or under free. The music starts at 9:30 p.m. For information about the tour and tickets visit nittygritty.com. Roswell August 8 Alternative Spaces Visit the Roswell Museum and Art Center, 100 W. 11 St., for Artists’ Collectives and Administrations by Chris Bardy, director at the West End Art Depot in Las Cruces. The Program is for High School Students and is part of the Xcel Energy Mentoring Program. The class is from 1-4 p.m. in the RMAC classrooms at 100 W. 11 St. To register email letter of interest to education@ roswellmuseum.org or call 575-624-6744, ext. 22.

Shape Shifting - a wood working class with Mike Lagg and Paula Wilson at RMAC is part of the Second Saturday free art classes. The class is for children 3rd grade (8 years old) through High School. The class will be from 10 a.m.-Noon. To pre-register and for more information call 575-6246744, ext. 22. or visit roswellmuseum.org. Roswell

At 8:30 p.m. Showing of the movie “Cinderella”. The movies are shown at the Spring River Park and Zoo at 1306 E. College Boulevard. Families are encouraged to attend and are welcome to bring their own food and drinks, blankets and chairs. Concession is also on hand by non-profit organizations. No pets, smoking or alcohol permitted. For more information visit mainstreetroswell.org. August 8 Roswell Superkids Triathlon The Super Kids Triathlon and Adult Wunce Wuz Competition is made up of swimming, biking and running and will take place at Cahoon Park and Swimming Pool. For more information call 575-6246720.

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Roswell August 8 The First Tee of Southeastern New Mexico’s 10th Annual Golf Tournament Shotgun start at 8 a.m. at the New Mexico Military Institute’s golf course. For further information contact Adrienne Fields at 575-623-4444 or the New Mexico Military Institute Pro Shop at 575-622-6033. Roswell August 8

Show and Competition at the Roswell Museum and Art Center located at 11th Street and Main Street. This year the show’s theme is “Reimagining our Destination.” The event opens August 11 with a reception at 6:30 p.m. and will continue through Sunday, August 23 during regular museum hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The exhibition is free and open to the public.

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Skillet at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino

10th Annual Alien Open Dart Tournament

Relay For Life has a new location this year. It will be held at Guadalupe Park, 401 W. Logan Ave. for more information contact Cheryl Bartlett cbartlett@ firstamb.com or call 575764-8046 or Cori Savage cor isavage@f irstamb. com and visit Relayforlife. org/artesianm.

The Roswell Refuge Thrift store at 1215 N. Garden Ave. will be having a Back-to-School sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. They will be having a dunking booth, activities for the kids, grilled burgers and hot dogs. For more information call 575-624-3222.

The band Skillet is performing at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino at 8 p.m. The band is the winner of Best Rock Album on the Loudwire Music Awards.Tickets start at $ 25. to purchase tickets go to ticketmaster. com or call the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino at 800-5459011.

The tournament takes place at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center and is free for onlookers. To register or get more information about joining Pecos Valley Dart Association or the competition call Mike and Donna Ramey at 575-910-5895 or Leigh Humble at 575-6277350 or visit roswelldarts. com or email roswelldarts@roswelldarts.com.

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Sandy Hackett’s “Rat Pack Show” at the Spencer Theater

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The American Country Music band The Derailers are performing at 7 p.m. at Pecos Flavors Winery, 305 N. Main St. Tickets are $10. Call 575-627-6265 for reservations or visit pecosflavorswinery.com. Roswell August 11-23 32nd annual International Juried Art Show and Competition The Roswell Fine Arts League New Mexico Miniature Arts Society will present its 32nd annual International Juried Art

The legendary pack of superstars: Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Joey Bishop come back to earth with saucy attitude and flawless musical vigor in a revue starring Sandy Hackett (son of Buddy Hackett). The tickets are $39-$79. The Spencer Theater is at 108 Spencer Road, Airport Highway 220. For tickets or information call 575-336-4800 or toll free at 888-818-7872.

Visit the Roswell Museum and Art Center, 100 W. 11 St., for the review by Sara Woodbury, curator of collections and exhibits at the Roswell Museum and Art Center. The Program is for High School Students and is part of the Xcel Energy Mentoring Program. The class is from 1-4 p.m. in the RMAC classrooms at 100 W. 11 St. To register email letter of interest to education@ roswellmuseum.org or call 575-624-6744, ext. 22.

Celebrating 30 years of playing the oboe with Cleis Jordan on organ and piano and other musical friends. Performance includes works by Mozart, Piazzolla, Britten, Buxtehude and Saint-Saens. A reception will follow. The performance will take place at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 505 N. Pennsylvania Ave. For more information call 575-622-1353. Roswell August 17-September 4 Children and adult classes at the Roswell Adult Center The Roswell Adult Center will be having children’s dance classes, adult classes in ceramics, beading, Spanish, sign language, line dance, lapidary and tap dancing. Applications are available at the Adult Center. The classes will begin September 14. Registration ends on September 4. The RAC is located at 807 N. Missouri Ave. For more information call 575-624-6718.

Desert is located 7288 HWY 54/70. For information and tickets call 575434-0035. Roswell August 20 and 27 34th Annual Country Showdown at Way Out West Way Out West is a participating venue for the 34th Annual Country Showdown. Preliminary competitions will be held on both days at 9 p.m. The public is encouraged to come and watch. The local finals will be held on September 3. The winner will move on to the State Finale held at Way Out West on Friday, September 11. The winner of the State Finals will move on to the Regional Finals. The National Finals will be held in Nashville, Tennessee, where the overall winner will receive $100,000. Previous contestants have been: Brad Paisley, Miranda Lambert, Jason Aldean and Garth Brooks. To enter, please contact Mike at the Way Out West Facebook page or email ytsloan@yahoo.com.

Roswell August 21 Love N Kush Tour comes to town Co-Headliners - Rapper Baby Bash and MC Magic are going to be at Way Out West with opening act Play-N-Skillz, 4709 W. Show starts at 8 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the day of the show, $40 VIP Tickets, includes meet and greet plus early entrance. For more information call 575-627-2072 or visit wayoutwestroswell.com. Artesia August 21-23 The Addams Family The Ocotillo Performing Arts Center presents “The Addams Family,” a new musical comedy. The Ocotillo Performing Arts Center is located at 310 W. Main St. For more information call 575-746-4212. Tickets will be available at artesiaartscouncil.com. If you would like your event listed on the entertainment calendar, please email vision@rdrnews. com or call 575-622-7710 ext. 309.

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Art

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32nd International Juried Art Show and Competition By Christina Stock Vision Editor he Roswell Fine Arts League New Mexico Miniature Arts Society will present its 32nd annual International Juried Art Show and Competition at the Roswell Museum and Art Center locat-

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continue through Sunday, August 23 during regular museum hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The exhibition is free and open to the public. The show was open to artists from all 50 states, as well as to RFAL members overseas. Over 250 works are featured from throughout the United States and from England and Wales. The works represent a wide variety of media, styles and subject matter. The RFAL organizers are very thankful to the Roswell Museum and Art Center and their staff for providing the location, which benefits both. The show attracts audiences to the museum and vice versa. One of the highlights is the student section. The RMAC clay instructor Aria Finch and the other instructors encourage their

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students throughout the year to participate. Students can enter their art for free. The submitted works are categorized into several groups: Standard two-dimensional works, including printing, collages, oil and water paintings, photography — mostly digital, three-dimensional works, which includes functional and sculptural objects in clay, wood and metal. One of the most popular categories are miniatures. Miniatures are often painted on silk, so the intricate small painting is smooth and doesn’t get distorted as it would be if painted on rough paper. The sizes vary from postage stamp size to 20 square inches, which is the largest size permitted. In miniature there is also a strict regulation for the frame size. The RFAL organizers accept all media. The judges accept a wide range, the submitted works present almost every possible medium in the art world. New trends this year are seen especially in the presentation of photographs. Artists have started printing their photos on metal sheets, which gives them a depth and sheen that can not be reached on paper. Themes that are always popular are landscapes, non-objective art and portraits. Florals come and go, depending on the trend that specific year. Technology and framing style has changed. New trends in presentation of two-dimensional paintings is the frameless studio style. The trend in 2015 is definitely in favor of this eclectic minimalistic construction and display.

Courtesy Photo by Natalie Smyth “Golden Child” - watercolor The artist paints not only the canvas surface facing the audience, but also the sides of the pulled canvas. This style also touches other media. Art can hang from branches, attached with wash pins or just pinned against the wall in a retro-teenager 80’s way. The show’s judges will

present approximately $5,000 in awards, additionally sponsors have donated gift certificates and merchandise as prizes. For more information call Joyce Tucker at 575622-4985 or Pat Hittle at 575-208-0795.

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75th Anniversary of the Last Escape of Billy the Kid Pageant — Old Lincoln Days

By Christina Stock Vision Editor ime can fly by in a blink of an eye, and sometimes it just stands still. Visiting the historic town of Lincoln is stepping back into the infamous past when New Mexico was a territory and its inhabitants considered dangerous. Law-abiding citizens of the young United States were not sure if they wanted this wild territory to become a state. The naysayers were supported when news spread about the murder of local businessman John Tunstall and the wrathful bloody revenge that followed and turned into the Lincoln County War with its most famous figure at the center: Billy the Kid. Billy the Kid was considered a hero, an outlaw, a ladies’ man — it all depended who told the story. If you ask the locals living in and around Lincoln — many of them

direct descendants of the homesteaders who were witnesses to or participants of the Lincoln County war — you still will get passionate opinions. In old history books Billy the Kid was only mentioned as participant, not as a main character. The Dime novels and Penny Dreadfuls from the north made him into an iconic figure starting with the August edition of 1881’s “The True Life of Billy The Kid.” When the moving pictures came along, they picked up the story and turned Billy the Kid into a Wild West Robin Hood. In 1940 the people of Lincoln found a creative way to have fun with their wild past. A folk pageant centering on the life of legendary outlaw Billy the Kid was presented. It was a hit. The first amateur actor personifying Billy the Kid was artist Peter Hurd, who resided on his Ranch La Rinconada

in San Patricio. The historic ranch is today a gallery and home to the spectacular works of the Hurd family: Peter, Henriette Wyeth and their son Michael. The gallery also features a selection

of works by renowned artists N.C. and Andrew Wyeth. The Gallery offers in the summer Legacy Workshops where amateur and professional artists stay and get inspired by the scenic Hondo Valley. The weeklong workshop is guided by Michael Hurd, who shares his insights and philosophy of painting and drawing from real life. For more information about the gallery visit wyethartists.com. Over the years the pageant grew and became more popular. The first pageant played on the blocked off street that divides Lincoln. Today it takes place in a rustic open air theater next to the former jail and courthouse. The “Last Escape of Billy the Kid” pageant is one of the last authentic folk plays in the United States.The performance is directed and performed entirely without any professional help. Ken McInnes, President of the Lincoln Pag-

Peter Hurd, LIFE Magazine Photo by Peter Stackpole Courtesy Michael Hurd

The next generation joins in the play and dance. Photo Christina Stock

eant & Festival Corporation, said, “It is part of our family tradition. Our grandparents, parents and siblings were part of it and today the next generation is joining. I can’t even count how many kids are now participating in the fun.” One of the longest participants is Jon Amastae. He has been participating in the pageant for 49 years. His mother, sister and brothers have been part of it. “It is a family affair. For me it is not so much about the story, but the event. This is the only time where I can see everybody.” Most of the participants are ranchers, cowboys and cowgirls who commit their time and their livestock. The horses the audience sees are real working horses. “Over 100 people participate,” said McInnes, “There are many in the background, two ladies are in charge of the lighting. Others for the sound and effect. We are using of course blanks for our shoot-outs, but we use a trick to get the authentic effect. In older days, we even had real fire to burn the McSween House. Today it is special effects.” The audience will see the best scenes out of

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the Lincoln County War and Billy the Kid’s last escape, starting with the killing of John Tunstall, the Battle of Blayer’s Mill, the siege of the McSween house and Billy’s incarceration in the Lincoln County Courthouse where he made his remarkable escape. The organizers have special surprises planned for the 75th anniversary including a commemorative Poster created and signed by the famous western artist Buckeye Blake himself. Guest of honor is a descendent of Sheriff Brady, visiting from California for this special event. The pageant starts at 8:30 p.m. on August 7 and 8 with a 3 p.m. performance on Sunday, August 9. The pageant is the highlight each day, but there are many other events and entertainment planned: live music, historic craft displays, old fashioned “Medicine Shows”, gunfights in front of the Dolan House and behind the Visitor Center. The Marrow Bone Springs re-enactors from Oklahoma and Texas are attending this year for the fifth time. see

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Book Review

John LeMay’s “Tall Tales and Half Truths of Billy the Kid” By Jeff Jackson Roswell Daily Record n “Tall Tales and Half Truths of Billy the Kid,” author John LeMay connects the outlaw to no fewer than 100 equally notorious and historical figures, places or incidents. I’ve heard that Elvis is among our alien visitors, so it’s a shame LeMay could not work in a King-and-Kid encounter. There is, however, professor Elvis E. Fleming, who wrote the foreword to the newest biography of Billy the Kid. What makes LeMay’s contribution unique, as the title implies and he explains in the introduction, is that most of

the book contains “folklore and far-out stories” of grave-robbing, cross-dressing, cattle-rustling, horse-thieving and other activities ending with “ing.” Indeed, after finishing the 99-page chronicle, I was not sure if Billy the Kid was a glorified hood or an 1880’s Robin Hood. There’s certainly enough written in LeMay’s book and countless others that leaves us wondering just what happened in Fort Sumner, Las Vegas, the town of Lincoln and Lincoln County itself, which back in the day included Roswell, by the way. Regardless, the fact is LeMay’s seventh book, which the Roswell resident and God-

dard High School alumnus researched at the Historical Center for Southeast New Mexico’s archives building, is chock-full of humorous and wild tales of Billy the Kid and the Old West. Some fast-forward from 1881, the year of the Kid’s death, according to most accounts, into the 20th and 21st centuries. Just some of the characters, places and events tied to the Kid — very tangentially in most cases — in “Tall Tales and Half Truths” include Lincoln County Sheriff Pat Garrett, Pancho Villa, Geronimo, Butch Cassidy, John Wilkes Booth, Jesse and Frank James, Belle Starr, John Chisum, Buffalo Bill Cody, Pinker-

ton Detective Agency, the Dalton Gang, Teddy Roosevelt’s Roughriders in Cuba (pre-Castro), six New Mexico governors, the Santa Fe Ring, Lost Adams Diggings, Lady Godiva, Bottomless Lakes, Jim Thorpe, Texas Rangers, Kit Carson, Tombstone’s Doc Holliday, O.J. Simpson, Dodge City’s Bat Masterson and Temple Houston (Sam Houston’s son). There also is a reference to the 1947 Roswell Incident (Elvis excluded). Much of the book describes Billy the Kid copycats; LeMay calls these people claimants, doppelgangers or just impersonators. Some claimed his name and legacy while oth-

ers claimed to be his lover. Dozens of these characters are scattered throughout the book covering roughly 100 years, but LeMay’s “big three” are Brushy Bill Roberts, John Miller and Walkalong Smith, also called “Fiddling” Henry Smith. To me, however, the one oddball copycat who stands out is William H. Cox II. Cox was around as recently as 25 years ago and was told by a docent at the Roswell Museum and Art Center that he was a dead-ringer for the Kid. Cox moved to Lincoln, made a brief career using his resemblance and was even shot himse lf in Fo rt S um n e r, although not fatally. Contrived or not, there

are too many eerie coincidents of William H. Cox and William H. Bonney I can’t help but think LeMay weaved in a time-travel aspect in those pages. The book also talks about whom he didn’t kill among his alleged 21 victims, including Chisum’s sons at a cow camp near Roswell. Released July 1, “Tall Tales and Half Truths of Billy the Kid” has a $19.99 cover price and was published by The History Press. Jeff Jackson is a reporter of the Roswell Daily Record and can be contacted at 575622-7710, ext. 311, or reporter02@rdrnews. com.

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Continued from Page 3 rich educational experience involving the expansion of knowledge of birds, their habitat, the fragile ecosystem in which they live and the diverse cultural interaction with nature. Next goal is the building of a nature center with class rooms. Steve Smith is also a founding member of the United Field Ornithologists of Roswell Club. UFOR’s members support other organizations in protecting Roswell’s natural heritage and they participate in many community service projects, including volunteer field work. The family became prominent in New Mexico politics, holding several elected offices. Other members became presidents of banks, some became chairmen, they owned radio and television stations, dairies, ranches and some made a living in the oil business. Along with his business partner Bill Taylor, Gene Reischman purchased the KBIM radio station in 1953 from three plumbers who had started the station. The name came from the first names of the original owner’s wives: Bertha, Irma and Marie. Guests at the annual heritage dinner will be entertained by more historic and whimsical stories about Roswell’s history and the Reischman/ Smith family. There will be reproductions of the

iconic bread wrappers, fresh bread for sale and book signing. As special highlight, the Wisconsin/ Reischman Dairy will offer cheese samples with an apéritif served by a butler of the Roswell High History Club. Master of ceremony will be Teresa Davis-McKee. Marc Reischman and Steve W. Smith will represent the families to be honored. Marc Reischman is the son of Gene. He started with KBIM-TV selling advertising and eventually rose to be its general manager. He remained in Roswell after the sale of KBIM-TV in 1989. Reischman led Holsum, Inc. as the CEO after the death of Gene and JK Smith. Holsum, Inc. built the Smith-Davis-Reischman Dairy in Roswell with Bill Davis in 1993. Steve Smith worked for Holsum Baking Company from 1977 to 1986 as general sales manager. Upon sale of the bakery in 1986, he was general sales manager of the Roswell Baking Company. In 1991, Steve purchased Century 21 Home Planning Real Estate in Roswell. That real estate franchise eventually became the largest real estate franchise in Roswell. Smith has been very active in Roswell as a board member of the Chamber of Commerce and in the bird sanctuary he founded with his father, as

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well as many other associations. The silent auction will have a wide selection to bid on, including a signed painting by Michael Hurd. Roswell’s jewelry shops, pottery artist Aria Finch and Finishing Touches donated their works for the auction.

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Pop Chalee’s “Landscapes on Paper”

Art

By Laureta Huit

e have one particularly important work at the Roswell Museum and Art Center that adds greatly to our collection. It is the feature of our new exhibition, “Painted, Sketched, Drawn: Landscapes on Paper.” The exhibit is on view July 31 – October 25. In her work, Pop Chalee captures the spirit of the natural world that is other than our own. Her figures exist within an infinite background. Chalee offers a brief view into the truly enchanted world of Black Mythical Forest 1985, (tempera on paper) in which her figures exist. Pop Chalee was born Merina Lujan and took the Tiwa name Pop Chalee, which means Blue Flower. She is a notable painter whose method and style was heavily guided by Dorothy Dunn. The Studio Style of Dunn is a flat painting

RMAC Registrar method that was meant to evoke traditional Native American artwork. Chalee’s work is a meditation on nature and the figures within exist in a true kind of harmony. They exist beyond time and space, in a place offering protection. The sheer darkness of the plane on which they exist offers a kind of shielded refuge. They populate and illuminate the plane like stars in the sky. The forest fauna and flora radiate and glow with an illumination that is generated from within. The figures occupy a blank plane of existence and are singular in the space they inhabit. There is no perceived interaction between each figure, it assures its own prominence within the plane. The figures are compartmentalized by the plane itself, each is of their own and exists near other figures, but

not because of that figure. The Mythical Forest does not offer a foreground or a background space; it is the intentional removal of perspective that elevates the figures within into an unearthly realm. They remain unencumbered by special realities giving them a natural power innate to their being. Balance is an essential element to Chalee’s work. The purposeful placement of figures within the plane is meaningful, eliciting the harmony of this other world. Symmetry elevates the figures and places them in an iconographic context. T h e vib ran t c o lo rs make it other worldly, they are fully saturated and hyper real. The colors glow and radiate off the surface of the paper. They pulse and gleam and illuminate the plane for one another. The coniferous forest Chalee has offered a view that glows, relieved from

the gravity of our world. The tree limbs splay upwards each containing carefully placed thread like needles. These trees dominate the plane with a radiant power. The trees appear electrified-garland sharp with a dangerous allure that you would not want to touch. There is a sublimation of detail and an

Photo courtesy Roswell Museum and Art Center exaggeration of form and dominance over of the animals with- the plane in which they in Chalee’s work. The exist. These are crealegs hyper-extend to tures that are not meant leap and prance about to be caught; they are along the plane. Chalee free and meant to live is known for her prom- an untethered life on the i n e n t h o r s e f i g u r e s . plane that Chalee creTheir manes are so wild ates. and unruly that they seem electric. They flow with energy from the center outwards creating a sphere of power

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There will be activities for adults and kids. A premiere showing of the movie “Billy on the Brain” at Dr. Watson House with limited seating. Special highlight is the Sunday parade at 11 a.m. All Shops and museums will be open and food booths will feature local specialties. The pageant is $6 for adults, $2 children 6-12, 5 and under enter free of charge. The Lincoln Historic Site is open seven days a week during the season

from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission fees: $5, children under 16 are free. New Mexico Seniors are free on Wednesdays. There are rangers available for tours or to answer questions. For more information and details visit billythekidpageant.org. Advance tickets are available online at shop.billythekidpageant.org.

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UFOlogy

UFO Undersides: Putting a hex on things

Looking Up

n late August of 1951 a wing formation of disk-shaped objects flew over west Texas and were not only observed by numerous witnesses but also photographed by a young college student named Carl Hart, Jr. These disks were the now famous Lubbock Lights, and some years ago I discovered something remarkable about them when doing computer image enhancement on Carl’s photos. Specifically, the underside of each of those pale yellow-green disks had a hexagonal pattern, like a honeycomb. The purpose of those “hex” cells —

By Donald Burleson

each of which, according to my analysis, was about a foot across — is unknown, though one might reasonably speculate that they could have had something to do with propulsion. Possibly converting light into propulsive energy, or somehow manipulating electromagnetic or gravitational fields? The interesting thing about the hexagonal honeycomb arrangement is that it turned out to establish a link between the Lubbock Lights and the Roswell incident. Once when I showed a print of one of my “beehive” photo enhancements to a witness who had

glimpsed the Roswell object being prepared for shipping out — without telling him yet where the photo came from, he immediately affirmed that the pattern in the Lubbock photo exactly matched the appearance of the Roswell object’s underside. Whatever the 1947 Roswell craft was, a whole group of them flew across west Texas four years later. One has to wonder about that honeycomb pattern on the underbelly. As a mathematician I can scarcely fail to reflect that covering such a surface by hexagons, all snug up against each other, is

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an example of what we call tiling, or tessellation. If you want to cover a simple surface with identical equilateral figures allowing no spaces between, you have a choice of using triangles, squares, or hexagons. In other words, not all shapes are workable. I once read a science fiction story in which an alien surface was supposed to be tightly covered (tiled) with octagons, though in fact this isn’t geometrically possible. But real aliens evidently make judicious use of tilings that do work. And they’re in good company. Here on planet Earth,

nature loves the compactness of hexagonal tiling. It’s well known that bees build their honeycomb cells in this way, producing a robust and stable structure that is evidently what these insects are genetically predisposed to build. Evolution through natural selection has favored bees who fortify themselves with this felicitous device. Good survivors are clearly best at replicating their DNA and thus perpetuating their species. It’s well known also that many insects have hexagonal patterns in the structure of their eye, as this provides the densest number of ocular facets per

unit area. UFO crews seem to have made a conscious decision to employ hexagonal tiling; again, we can only speculate as to exactly why. No doubt they find some structural and dynamic reasons that are quite natural and practical. If these creatures manage to navigate through interstellar space, after all, you can bet they’re good designers.