North Carolina Eyes End Of Presidential Primary
The State House moved to scrap the presidential preference primary and Senate leaders foresee the same. Supporters of George Wallace see it as a SanfordCampbell clash over 1972. The editors argue for an open primary with all candidates on the ballot to avoid meaningless contests and waste.
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Institute of Government
Alabama
George Wallace
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Muskie
McGovern
Richard Nixon
Wallace
A. G. Whitener
Enterprise
Sanford
Jackson
Sen
Henry Jackson
Wash
Ford
Congress
Milk Commission Reform Sparks Backroom Celebration Scene
The Charlotte Observer recalls a postvote moment as House Speaker Jimmy Greene approves the bill and Rep. Bob Farmer and Sen. Bob Barker meet in the hallway with business executives. Briefcases and smiles mark industry praise and anticipated influence over milk price regulation.
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House
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Rep
Bob Farmer
D-Wake
Sen
Bob Barker
Senate
Sen. Barker
Rep. Farmer
Milk Industry
Welcome to April After March’s Wild Weather
On the first day of April the piece reflects on March’s extremes from frost to floods and tornado threats. It notes April as showers ahead, urging readiness with umbrellas and sump pumps while acknowledging the lingering churn of early spring. The tone blends humor and cautious optimism for a rebirth in nature.
Connecticut Increases Sales Tax To Seven Percent
Connecticut raises its sales tax from 6 to 7 percent becoming the highest rate in the United States. The state still lacks a personal income tax while broader reforms sweep across other states. Analysts note revenue stability from sales taxes and discuss exemptions and credits amid a national shift in taxation policy.
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New Jersey
Utah
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Mississippi
Kansas
Vietnam press control and U S reactions under Thieu
Vietnam's press crackdown is described as Thieu shutters five Saigon papers and arrests 18 journalists. The embassy in Washington monitors U S coverage, with Ambassador Phuong urging clarification to Viet Nam's government. A Capitol Hill letter and Council on Foreign Relations connections trigger cautious notes from Saigon. Jackson criticizes Ford and outlines plans, fund raising, and views on foreign policy.
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Nguyen van Thien
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Thieu
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Saigon
Tran Kim Phuong
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Council On Foreign Relations
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Phuong
Nguyen Huu Chung
Council
Chung
Viet
Christian Science Monitor
Washington Post
Washington Star
New York Times
Battymore Sun
Alabama
George Wallace
Jackson
Wallace
Joe McCarthy
McGovern
Allard
Lowenstein
Father John
Drinan
Gary Hart
12 Year Old wins prestigious Walking Horse show title
Dr Jimmy Johnson and family attend Stone Mountain Georgia event where Ginny Johnson, aged 12, rides the three times World Champion mare Go Boys Black Angel to win the women’s juvenile division blue ribbon. Audience cheers as she proves the doubters wrong. Page also notes local civic updates and personnel changes.
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Stone Mountain
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Dr. Johnson
Dean Wright Defends School Calendar in Letter to Editor
Roscoe J Wright Jr Dean of Students Andrews High School argues against criticism of long Christmas and Easter breaks and dispersed teacher work days. He says scheduling aids teacher planning, benefits students, and that total 180 school days persist each year.
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Roscoe J. Wright JR
Andrews High School
Rules For Letters To The Editor At The Enterprise
The High Point Enterprise invites letters from readers to express points of view and address editorials or other writers. A verifiable signature and contact number aid verification, with possible name withheld for sufficient reason. Due to space, portions may be cut while preserving intent. shorter letters under about 400 words are preferred.
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