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FIRST EDITION BEST AVAILABLE COPY Fourteen Section A The Arizona Daily Star Tucson, Wednesday, March 19, 1997 FUNERAL NOTICES ALVAREZ, Marcelina, 91, of Tucson, passed away March 15, 1997. Survived by daughters, Matilda A. Garcia, Josefa Valencia, Angelita Martinez, Barbara Alvarez; sons, Gerardo (Trinidad) Alvarez, Mariano Matus; numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 21, 1997 at St. Martin De Porres beginning at 4:00 p.m.

with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered Saturday, March 22, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. at Capilla St. Martin De Porres. Interment to follow at Monte Calvario Cemetery.

Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY. AMBERG, Mark, 47, native of Oswego, NY, resident of 2770 Calle Carapan, Tucson, AZ, died February, 19, 1997 at Tucson VA Hospital. Cardiac Unit, following a brief hospitalization. Mr. Amberg was a 1967 graduate of Cazenovia High School, Cazenovia, NY and an Army veteran, stationed at Ft.

Meade Maryland, receiving an honorable discharge in 1971 as an SP4, with a letter of appreciation for performance and training of other enlisted personnel in coding operations. His business experience, frequently in management position, was varled including in past merchandising theater, and counter service. In Tucson, he was engaged in telemarketing. Surviving are his wife of 22 years, the former Susan Joy Ashmann; his 16 year old son, Matthew Scott; his mother, Margaret W. Amberg Spencer of Cazenovia, NY; his brother and sister-in-law, Christopher and Paula Amberg of Lambertville, Michigan; his sister and brother-in-law, Gretchen and Richard H.

Cox of Cozenovia, NY; his brother-in-law, Charles Ashman of Los Angeles, California and many, many, many friends all over the country and four family pets. Funeral arrangements by Desert Rose, in accord with Mr. Amberg's earlier expressed wish, entailed no service, cremation and scattering of the ashes in the Pacific Ocean. Being especially fond of the Highway Man song, Mark believed he'd remain but he'd back again and again. BACH, Clara 77, Born January 11, 1920, passed away March 13, 1997.

Survived by four children, Joe, Ralph, Jerry and John. Predeceased by husband, Roy. No memorial services will be held. ABBA) AMBASSADOR Calvin A. Blackburn Born January 29, 1925, went to rest after a long bout with cancer.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Wanda; son, Don Blackburn of Prescott, AZ; daughters, Sue Lalli of Tucson and Cindy Lutes of Tijeras, NM; three grandchildren, Christine, Don Jr. and Carrie Lynn; three great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Carson and Jenna. Also one brother, John Blackburn of Citrus Heights, California. Cal spent 26 years in the Air Force, was manager of Pinnacle Peak Restaurant, advanced to Senior Vice President, CEO of Agro Land and Cattle Company, retiring from that as honorary chairman of the board, having spent 27 years with Agro. Remaining honorary chairman until the time of his death.

He has been an active member of Sabbar Shrine Temple and was Sabbar's Chief Ambassador for the past 17 years. He was also past director of the Royal Order of Jesters. He was honored as Mr. Silver Wings for over 22 years, the function of that being to obtain funds to transport children to and from Shrine Hospitals. He strongly wishes no one will ever forget this worthy fund raiser.

Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 20, 1997 at Desert Skies United Methodist Church, 3255 N. Houghton Road in Tucson. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Silver Wings Travel Fund or Sabbar Shrine General Fund. Arrangements by HEATHER MORTUARY, 1040 N.

Columbus. BRUCKNER, Grant Austin. Called home to rest on March 17, 1997. Born in Milan, Michigan on January 14, 1925 to Grant A. Bruckner and Charlotte Sims.

Grant served in the US Navy from 1942 to 1946 and also served in the Naval Reserve. He was a master mechanic and journeyman molder. Grant was active in the Boy Scouts and served as Webelos Troop leader in Dundee, Michigan for several years. He moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1971. Grant was preceded in death by sons, Robert and James and granddaughter, Sheila.

He is survived by five grandchildren, Sandra (Greg) Hourscht, Alan Bruckner, Jeffery Buckner, Michael Bruckner, Patty (David) See; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild and best friend, Nancy. Memorial Service, 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 22nd at the Marana Ward L.D.S. Church, 13450 N. Lon Adams Road in Marana.

Arrangements by BRING'S MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 236 S. Scott. DANIEL, Allan 72, of Tucson, died March 13, 1997. Survived by his wife, Sybil; daughter, Susan (Jim) Harper of Tucson; son, Rick (Michelle) Daniel of Richardson, TX; brother, Lloyd Daniel of Okay, OK; sister, Rubey Schofield of San Diego, CA and three grandchildren. He was a devoted husband and father, respected and loved by many.

Service will be Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. Casas Adobes Baptist Church, with Rev. Gary Shrader officiating. Friends may call 11:00 a.m. till Service time.

Arrangements by EV. ERGREEN MORTUARY CEMETERY, N. Oracle W. Miracle Mile. DOBBINS, Katharine, born May 5.

1905 in Galion, Ohio, passed away March 14, 1997 in Tucson, Arizona. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hugh Henry Dobbins and is survived by son, David A. of Durango, Colorado and nephew, John Larson of Shaker Heights, Ohio. After graduation from Oberlin College and Case Western Reserve University (Phi Beta Kappa) with a Master's Degree in Social Work she became involved with the League of Women Voters and Planned Parenthood. Katharine and Hugh came to Tucson from Detroit in 1964.

A memorial service was held at St. Mark's Presbyterian Church, March 17, 1997. Arrangements by ARIZONA MORTUARY. solely to food stamps that already Food EDMISTON, Carol A. (Lyons), 52, of Tucson, lost a valiant battle to cancer on March 18, 1997.

Survived by husband, William; parents, James and Pauline Lyons of Tucson; sister, Peggy Lyons of Hagerstown, MD and many loving relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Thursday, March 20, 3:00 p.m. EVERGREEN MORTUARY. Friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. till time.

The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to TMC Hospice, with special thanks to S. Dollar, for their caregiving, their support and especially for their love. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Carol Edmiston to TMC Hospice, 5301 E. Grant Tucson, AZ 85712. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY CEME.

TERY, N. Oracle W. Miracle Mile. FAULKENBERY, Terry G. 75, died March 14, 1997.

Husband of Anna V. Faulkenbery; father of Terry Jr. (Monica) and Kenneth (Marlene); three brothers, one sister, four grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren also survive. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway.

GASTELUM, Gavino Andres Burruel, five months, of Tucson, passed away March 16, 1997. Survived by grandparents, Jesus G. and Mercy T. Burruel and Esteban and Catalina Gastelum; parents, Andres Guadalupe Gastelum; brother, Bernardo- Joaquin; godparents, Antonio and Yolanda Bravo; also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, all that loved him. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 1997 from 4:00 p.m.

to 10:00 p.m. at Carrillos, TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 204 S. Stone with Rosary recited at 8:00 p.m. Mass will be offered at Santa Cruz, 9:00 a.m. with Interment at Holy Hope Cemetery.

GREENBERG, Winifred R. "Ruth" 78, died March 17, 1997. Survived by nieces, Debbie (Lewis) Brown, Susan Rabbins and special friend, Judy Lund. The family would like to acknowledge the special care of Betty and the Integra Hospice care givers, Patti, Doreen, Deb and Eric. Ruth retired as a First Sgt.

from the US Marine Corps after 25 years of service. Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 20 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, with Rev. Eric Northard officiating.

Military Honors will be rendered by the US Marine Corps Reserve Honor Guard. Inurnment will be at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. Arrangements by BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. LEIB, Herbert 93, of 8086 E.

Speedway Tucson, AZ. Husband of the late Estelle (Hirschman) Leib and the late Sarah (Savitt) Leib, his first wife, died Sunday, March 16th 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital, Tucson, AZ. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Abraham and Fannie Leibowitz. Mr.

Lieb had lived in Cromwell moving to Tucson five years ago, where he had been living with his partner, Florence Bart. He was a former member of Congregation Adath Israel Synagogue, Middletown, and an active member of the Tucson Jewish Community Center. He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry B. and Susan Leib of N. Lauderdale, FL and Marvin H.

and Janice Cohen of Taunton, two daughters, Alice C. Leib of Cromwell, CT and Jo-Linda L. and her husband, Dennis Keith of Montclair, N.J.; one sister, Debra Rappaport of Hollywood, FL; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. "His spirit was so great, we thought he would live forever." Funeral services will be held at the Doolittle Funeral Home, 14 Old Church Middletown, Friday, March 21st at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in Adath Israel Cemetery, Middletown, CT.

There will be calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. MCFATE, Evelyn May, 92, of Tucson, died Tuesday, March 18, 1997. She is survived by her daughters, Lorraine McFate, Ardis Rapp, Shirley Wright, Joanne Bennett; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m.

on Friday, March 21, 1997 at East Lawn Palms Cemetery. Arrangements by EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY. MCGLONE, Virginia age 73, of Tucson, Arizona, died March 15, 1997. Widow of Robert O. McGlone Sr.

Most loving, caring compassionate individual, touching many lives in many positive ways. Survived by daughter, Diane (Jim) Love, Tucson; sons, Robert (Eva) McGione, Rapid City, S. Dakota, Patrick (Susan) McGione, Tucson and daughter, Debbie (Clay) Sherrow, Tucson; brothers, Howard (Eva) Palmer, Lead, S. Dakota and Vern Palmer of Tucson; sister-in-law, Dorothy Rasmussen and Bonnie Palmer, both from S. Dakota; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Several nieces and nephew and many dear loving friends. Friends may call at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. Magee from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 1997.

Services will be held at Wednesday, March 19th at 1:00 p.m. at ADAIR Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave. Magee. Interment will follow at East Lawn Cemetery.

Donations may be made to American Lung Association or favorite charity. MOULINET, Ana "Annie" Garbony 85, of Tucson, formerly of Douglas passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 1997 after a short illness. Mrs. Moulinet was born in Suaqui de Batuc, Sonora Mexico May 22, 1911. She is preceded in death by her father, Charles Garbony; mother, Amparo Chavez Flores; stepfather, Jose Flores and brother, William C.

Garbony. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Humberto F. Moulinet; son and daughter-in-law Humberto Rene and Julia Bermudez Moulinet, Wimberley, TX; daughter Ana Lydia Dorame, Tucson; eight grandchildren: Lisa Keeme (Harry) Drucker, East Meadow, Long Island, NY; Judith Moulinet (Sergio) Amaya, Austin, TX; Belinda Keeme (Kyle) Bohsancurt, Tucson; Dr. Maricela Moulinet (Greg) Simmons, Kailua, HI; H. Rene (Rosie) Moulinet, Houston, TX; Alex Keeme, Scottsdale, AZ; Yvette Moulinet, Austin, TX; Cynthia Moulinet (Conan) Porter, Dallas, TX.

Also eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Gus (Isabel) Flores, Tucson, sisters-in-law: Eva Villalobos, Angelita Moulinet, Rosario Garbony all of Douglas and Hilda Villicana (Ernest), Phoenix, brothers-in-law: Juan Luis (Maria Jesus) Moulinet, Austredberto (Beatriz) Moulinet and numerous nieces and nephews. Annie was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who centered her life and priorities around her family who provided her with so much joy and pride. She and her husband were members of the Douglas business community having owned several businesses throughout their lives. She was very involved in her children's education having been president of the PTA and volunteer for many school organizations, was a precinct committee person for the Democratic Party, a founding member of Club Selene and until recently an active member of the 'Cuarenta Alborotados" a senior citizens social group.

Annie will be greatly missed by her family, friends and relatives. The family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff of St. Joseph's Hospital and Carondelet Hospice Center for the excellent care and compassion provided our loved one. Funeral arrangements were handled by BROWN-PAGE MORTUARY, Douglas, AZ. Continued from Page One who requested supplemental food in December, Woods said.

In February 1996, 3,391 seniors sought help, he said. Families with young children also are affected by the food bank shortages, as items such as powdered milk are eliminated from emergency food boxes, Woods said. Unlike the monthly senior program, the family boxes are generally limited to four packages in a six-month period, he said. The emergency program is designed to help families bridge crises, rather than serve as ongoing supplements. Besides additional food donations, Woods estimated that the food bank will need about $45,000 a month for the next three months to restore both programs to their standard levels.

Until then, employees and volunteers at Armory Park expect the usual anticipation of brown bag day to dissolve quickly as recipients discover the reductions. "Our people don't even know at this point that it's coming," said Carol Humphrey, who coordinates the food disbursement as the center's recreation assistant. "They won't know until they get their bags, but I anticipate a lot of disappointment from people." Jocelyn Price, a 72-year-old retiree who volunteers at Armory Park, said she probably will be able to buy what she needs at the gro- Woods cery store. But many of her friends who receive food supplements are not as lucky. "They're very proud people, and they don't like to talk about Price said.

"Fortunately, I'm in a position where I can (afford more groceries). But there are a lot of seniors who cannot." Those receiving food bank items through Armory Park must be at least 60 years old and have incomes of less than $968 monthly, Humphrey said. But most of the recipients get about $300 to $400 per month, she said. Woods said he cannot fully explain the current increase in requests, though it appears to continue last year's trend of providing 12,000 more food boxes than in 1995. FUNERAL NOTICES FUNERAL Ismael Ramirez 75, of Tucson, passed away March 14, 1997.

Survived by wife, Amelia L. Ramirez; daughters, Cecilia Ramirez, Sylvia (Alfredo) Patino; sons, Roberto, Hector, Ricardo Ramirez; sister, Celia Villareal; seven grandchildren. Mr. Ismael Ramirez was married for 48 years. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 20, 1997 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m.

at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (North Chapel), 204 S. Stone with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on March 21, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Family Church, 338 W. University Blvd.

Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY. Anne-Rosewell Anne-Rosewell "Rosie" Johns Roediger 66, of Tucson, passed away March 16, 1997. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Frank Stoddard Johns and Anne Page Johns and sister of the late Thomas Nelson Page Johns, all of Richmond, VA. Survived by her loving and devoted husband, Walter Charles Roediger; children, Edwin (Tani Bahti) Metcalf Gaines, Anne Page Gaines (Leo) Vallee, both of Tucson, and Ms.

duVergne Robert Gaines, Los Angeles, CA; grandsons, Eric Michael, Justin Thomas and Todd Andrew Gaines, Tucson; sisters, Patsy (Herbert) Langford, of Jackson, MS and Ruth (William) Hill, of Richmond, Virginia; many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews; stepchildren, Anne Victoria Roediger and Charles Clark Roediger, both of Tucson; sister-in-law, Margaret J. Barnett, Ho Ho Kus, New Jersey. Born in Richmond, Virginia in 1930, Rosie was a graduate of St. Catherine's and a cum laude graduate of Bryn-Mawr College. She received her Masters degree in history from the University of Arizona.

Throughout her many years of service with the City of Tucson, Rosie distinguished herself through her hard work, intelligence, determination, loyalty and commitment to the cause of economic development in Tucson and the consideration of the needs of others. In October of 1992, she retired from the Business Development Finance Corporation where she had been its Executive Director. She was instrumental in preserving numerous historical buildings, establishing the Arts District and revitalizing the Tucson downtown area. Upon Rosie's retirement Mayor George Miller proclaimed October 30, 1992, "Anne-Rosewell Roediger Day." In the 1970's, she served two terms on the Catalina Foothills District Board of Education, one as president. She was a longtime active member of St.

Phillips in the Hills Church where she had served on the vestry. She was also a member of the Ware Church of Gloucester County, Virginia. She was active in and a former president of the Bryn-Mawr Club of Tucson and most recently served as the Southwestern Regional Director of the Alumni Association. She was a writer and a historian specializing in the Page and Nelson families of early Virginia and the Rosewell and Oakland Plantations. Rosie loved the ocean, was an avid sailer and a rabid of A basketball fan.

Among the many legacies that Rosie leaves us is the importance of commitment to family and friends. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations in her honor be made to the American Cancer Society. A memorial service will be held at St. Phillips in the Hills on Wednesday, March 19, at 3 p.m. HOW YOU CAN HELP Several options are available to those wanting to help the Tucson Community Food Bank meet increased demand: Mail cash or check donations to the food bank at P.O.

Box 26727, Tucson 85726. Volunteer or donate money and food at the warehouse, 3003 S. Country Club. Contribute to the "Check Out Hunger" program at seven grocery store chains ABCO, Basha's, IGA Stores, Safeway, Smith's, Smitty's and Southwest Supermarkets. filled with changes in welfare rules and eligibility requirements, is likely to get worse.

"They (welfare and food stamp recipients) may have been in (the pool of) previous requesters, but boy, I'm afraid they'll surely be requesting assistance now," Woods said. "That's a little terrifying for those folks, as well as for this organization to try and meet those needs." Ginny Hildebrand, executive director of the Association of Arizona Food Banks, said food banks statewide face similar struggles in the wake of the new federal welfare law signed by President Clinton last August. "What is happening is that as welfare reform changes are being implemented across the state, food banks are seeing a big increase in the demand emergency and supplemental food," she said. Though the first round of cuts in cash assistance will first hit most Arizona welfare families in November, Hildebrand said there are other regulations pertaining And he fears that the future, are in Able-bodied adults between the ages of 18 and 50, for instance, were notified last November that they had three months to find work or lose their food stamps, she said. Those eligibility changes offer one explanation for why the number of people receiving food stamps in Pima County is decreasing even as demand at the food bank is on the rise, said Panfilo Contreras, a county program mans ager for the state Department of Economic Security.

Two months ago, 65,930 individuals in the county received food stamps, compared with 73,890 who received assistance last January, state figures show. Contreras, who also serves on the food bank's board of directors, said the politically charged atmos; phere surrounding welfare recipients today also could affect partic ipation rates. Walking into a school wellness center or social service agency to request a food box seems easier to some than venturing into a state office for welfare or food stamps "and hearing politicians discussing the problem as being the welfare recipient," he said. Hildebrand said some recipients might even be turning to food banks now as a way to "save up" future benefits that have new time limits under federal "They are feeling that things are bad for them now, but they may get worse," she said. "This is truly the beginning of what's going to be a rather long process in terms of how we as a society try to figure 'What do people need to get back on their "Hildebrand said.

"I don't think we've figured that out yet, at least from what I can tell." SALZMAN, Ray 78, of Tucson, was born April 18, 1918, and passed away Sunday, March 16, 1997 from complications of surgery. Ray is survived by his wife, Martha (Marty); two daughters, Janet (Ken) Baron of Vashon, WA and JoAnne (Greg) Briggs of Tucson. Ray was a prominent Interior Designer for 35 years, decorating many Tucson homes as well as the Old Pueblo Club in the early years also Tucson Medical Center and the youth lounge of Catalina Methodist Church. Ray was the first Minister of Catalina Methodist Church, beginning with a barracks building on the corner of Jones and Country Club. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Arizona Opera Endowment, an arts organization he helped found and support with enthusiasm for 25 years.

A Memorial Service is scheduled at Catalina Methodist Church Chapel on April 16, 1997 at 5:00 p.m. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel. SHERAW, Julia 70, has gone to be with the Lord, March 18, 1997. Born in Cresson, PA, October 3, 1926. Survived by loving husband, Duane E.

Sheraw; son, Harry E. Sheraw (Linda); daughter, Nancy L. Arenas (Domingo) and grandson, Ron Arenas (Janay) and many loving family members, and friends. Memorial service will be held Friday, March 21, 2:00 p.m. at Christ Community Church, 7801 E.

Kenyon Rd. Donations may be made to Tucson Association for the Blind, 3767 E. Grant Rd. THOMPSON, Ada Doris, age 88, of Lake Havasu City, died March 13, 1997 in a Kingman nursing home. She was born February 22, 1909 in Wortington, Indiana, formerly of Roosevelt.

Survivors include: son, Glenn Watkins of Flagstaff, AZ; sister, Mildred Martindale of Bloomfield, Indiana; stepbrother, Russell Hanson of Beach Grove, Indiana; half sister, Lorena Moore of Bloomfield, Indiana; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation Saturday, March 22, 1997, 10:00 to 2:00 p.m., Lamont Mortuary Chapel. Service, Saturday, March 22, 1997, 2:00 p.m. Lamont Mortuary Chapel. Interment, Globe Cemetery.

Arrangements by Lamont Mortuary of Globe. WILSON, Lincoln better known as Link, born April 23, 1897, passed away at home March 16, 1997. He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Lutie; sons, Fred of Tucson and Thomas of Anacortes, WA; two sisters, Mabel Cummings of Urbana, TX and Frances Evans of Estes Park, CO; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and one greatgreat-grandchild. He is predeceased by a daughter, Grace Ann; a son, Larry; and a brother, Robert. Link was born in Grayberg, TX, served in the Navy during WW1, came to Tucson in 1916, graduated from of A in 1924, belonged to Kappa Sigma Fraternity, was a Master Mason for 75 years, retired from the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1957, a member of the Retired and Veteran Railway Employees and a member of Catalina United Methodist Church.

The Wilsons bought and made their home on the old Pontatoc Mine property in 1946 where, during the following years, Link was instrumental in the construction and naming of the streets in Coronado Foothills Estates. The family will honor Link's request that there is to be no flowers or service and would appreciate any remembrances to go to your favorite charity. YRIGOYEN, Anita 99, of Marana, passed away March 17, 1997. Survived by daughters, Julia (Frank) Marin, Rose (Rudy) Valles; sons, Ignacio (Carmen) Yrigolla, Armando (Juanita) Yrigolla, Tony (Dolores) Yrigolla; brother, Manuel (Julia) Paredes. Also survived by numerous grandchildren; greatgrandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 20, 1997 from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, (South Chapel), 240 S. Stone with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered on Friday, March 21, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. at Santa Cruz Church, 1220 S.

6th Ave. Interment to follow at Monte Calvario Cemetery. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY. Sometimes flowers can say what words Inglis Florists 622-4641 The Language the SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Mexico wants U.S. help in halting border gun flow 1997 The New York Times MEXICO CITY Senior Mexican officials complain the United States needs to do more to stem the deluge of illegal weapons crossing the border into Mexico.

Mexico's quiet lobbying campaign for stronger U.S. gun controls on the border began in earnest when the handgun that killed the secretary general of the ruling political party in 1994 was traced to Texas gun merchants. But the effort picked up new urgency last week after the accidental recovery by U.S. Customs agents of two truckloads of grenade launchers and M-2 carbine barrels and magazines at a border crossing outside San Diego. Mexican officials say thousands of guns and large caches of heavy weapons cross the border under the noses of U.S.

Customs Service agents every year, fortifying drug cartels and guerrilla groups as well as fueling a crime wave in Mexican cities. "They always ask us to do this or do that," said Miguel Ruiz Cabanas, the Mexican Foreign Ministry's top official dealing in law enforcement matters. "But when we say the U.S. is the source of illegal arms trafficking into Mexico, the answer we receive is very limited." U.S. law enforcement officials say they are training dogs to sniff for ammunition, deploying new giant X-ray machines to inspect trucks crossing the border, and stepping up tracings of guns captured in Mexico to satisfy the Mexican government.

A Clinton administration official dealing with Mexico policy who spoke on condition that he remain anonymous, added, "Since the United States doesn't have very tight gun control laws, there is only a limited amount of things we can do." Mexico does not produce armaments and has strict gun control laws. Mexican officials said Presi- Wage Continued from Page One laws are "price fixing for the private sector." Beyond that, he said, not just minimum wage jobs would be affected. "Raising the bottom wage ripples through other pay scales on the way up," he said. He also said businesses facing higher labor costs will respond by cutting staff or moving, hurting the very people the initiative is designed to help. Cunningham agreed.

He said businesses just inside the city would have to compete with others just outside the city limits, which are paying less and able to sell their products and services for less. He also said the actions of Tucson would not be confined to the city. Cunningham said companies that operate statewide would have to pay identical wages to people doing the same job, effectively making the Tudson wage the floor for the rest of the state. "Should our community have dent Ernesto Zedillo intends to raise the issue of gun control when President Clinton visits Mexico next month. In the meantime, Jesus Silva Herzog, Mexico's ambassador to Washington, is lobbying Congress for stricter outbound enforcement on the border.

Mexican officials say the huge. arms seizure at the Otay Mesa border crossing last week underscores how porous the U.S. border is to arms and other contraband. The shipment entered the United States through the port of Long Beach, the same entry point, Mexican officials note, where a 3-ton shipment of illegal chemicals for narcotics production captured in Mexico City last year originated. U.S.

law enforcement officials refuse to say where they think the arms cache originated and where it was going. But they conceded that they made the seizure strictly by luck after warehouse workers peeked into a damaged crate and reported what they saw to local Customs officials. Most troubling, both U.S. and Mexican officials als say, is that the captured M-2 carbines and rocket launchers were unassembled and incomplete, suggesting that complementary truck shipments may have already crossed the border. A special task force of Mexican and U.S.

law enforcement officials started work on improving gun enforcement 18 months ago, and a training program was begun for 60 Mexican federal agents at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Center in West Virginia. Mexican officials last October handed the bureau information on 4,300 firearms captured at Mexican crime scenes and asked that they be traced. But officials said the paperwork was incomplete, so few of the guns could be tracked. Since then, Mexico has submitted 1,500 additional trace requests with more complete information. the right to affect all of the other people in the state?" he asked.

"I don't think it's right." But Sen. Mary Hartley, D- Phoenix, did not buy that argument. She pointed out that banks operate in multiple states and yet they do not feel compelled to pay more to Arizona workers because California has a $5 per hour minimum wage. Hartley said that while she personally doesn't think a $7 minimum is a good idea, it is up to the voters of Tucson to decide. Sen.

Tom Patterson, R- Phoenix, said the free market ultimately will decide issues of wage and price. "If I had any confidence in government to set prices and make them stick I'd advocate a minimum wage of at least $20 or $25, I'd recommend no more than $20 be spent for automobile insurance and beer would be really cheap," he said. Imig's group needs 10.609 valid signatures by July 3 to have the issue placed before voters in November. He claimed yesterday to have about 6,000 signatures..