Allingham-Golding American Legion Post 18 is again sponsoring Boys and Girls State this summer. High School Juniors are encouraged to apply to attend a one week, most expenses paid ($25 registration fee) experience this summer at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales. Boys State will be May 24-29. Girls State will be held the week of May 31- June 5 also on the Eastern Campus.

Students chosen will have the opportunity to learn first-hand about democracy, citizenship and patriotism through simulated activities at city, county and state levels of governments. There will also be interesting and fun filled programs and activities. Local students will attend with students from across the state and two Boys State Citizens will be selected to attend Boys Nation in Washington, DC. Later in the summer.

Girls State applicants may register on line but applicants for Boys State must not apply on line as their attendance must be approved by the local American Legion Post. High School Juniors who would like to attend Boys or Girls State are encouraged to contact their School Counselor or one of the following telephone numbers: Boys: 538-5754 and Girls: (575)494-6850.

Allingham-Golding Post 18 has sponsored Boys State since 1948 and has had two local Boys Staters attend Boys Nation. Boys and Girls Stater alumni and others who wish to help support this worthwhile program, may send donations to:

Jack Cunningham, Boys State Chairman 9 Crestway Dr. Silver City, NM 88061

Deadline for applications is April 21.