BTKOG

Billy the Kid Outlaw Gang (BTKOG) is a non-profit New Mexico Historical Society organization. Its members include anyone within or beyond New Mexico who want to preserve and promote the history of Billy "the Kid" Bonney, his era and New Mexico. Its many members are from all over the U.S.A. and far beyond. Their annual campout will be in Lincoln County July 20 through July 24. Those interested in attending can email editor@roswellwebmagazine.com for more information. 

In this 19th issue’s FOCUS Page:

• ChavesCountyCourthouse—History of the courthouse (built 1911) and the recent restoration and addition 
• Tribute — A tribute to a disabled female World War II Army Nurse, Ruth E. Laumbach  
• J.LovellInterview  An interview with John Lovell, Congressman Stevan Pearce's District Representative for veterans and military issues.
• Allergies — May is allergy awareness Month. Anaphylactic Shock is a serious allergic reaction that can become deadly. Read about a recent victim of anaphylactic shock. 
• USDA's Current Drought Maps of New Mexico effective March 17, 2006
  
  Water -- our state's most important resource -- continues to be a serious issue. Years of inadequate moisture cause drought conditions and fire danger throughout most of the state.