Holshouser faces probe over ethics in NC government
The Raleigh News and Observer report cites a GOP claim that Holshouser aides investigated a reporter and that Enforcement and Theft Division agents probed Attorney General Robert Morgan. Holshouser admits an official misstep and vows action, urging vigilance to restore honesty in his administration amid prior questionable highway department activity.
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James Holshouser
Tom Bennett
Raleigh News and Observer
Holfhouser
Department of Transportation
Department of Transportation Had Probed Into the Background of Atty. Gen
Robert Morgan
United States Senate
Morgan
Harnett County
Harnett
Bennett
North Carolina
Highway Department
Burden Of Extra Cash In High Point Tax Rise
The city faces an extra 245000 in revenue after estimates rose from 785 million to 185 million in property values. An 83 cent tax rate yields a 13.7 percent higher effective tax, risking unbudgeted spending. If feasible, reduce the rate to 79 cents to preserve revenue and avoid double digit tax increases. A rebate option is debated but not rejected.
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High Point
Questions Without Answers Sermon On Why Do We Suffer
A preacher reflects on the timeless why questions from Habakkuk Job and Christ on the cross. He cites personal trials and tragedies and urges faith, noting a child’s reply that God loves and all will be well. The message centers on trust amid life’s mysteries.
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Habakkuk
Earth
Christ
Calvary
Eloi
Lama Sabachthani
Blessed Christ
Town and Country Alumni Honor Mrs Voorhees Sept. 8 Event
Town and Country alumni and parents plan a September 8 tribute at St Marys Church for Mrs. Louis Voorhees who retired after 41 years running the kindergarten. Cochairs and a volunteer phone committee organize the social hour and gift presentation with emcee Johnny Corpening and a plan for anecdotes and photos from former pupils. National Smile Week begins today as Dr. C B Jeffers reopens the veterinary offices at 200 Greensboro Road following his late husband’s passing.
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Louis Voorhees
High Point
St. Mary’s Church
Liz Voorhees
Maine
Matt Wall
John Corpening
Andrew
Paulette) Lindsay
Herbert
Martha) Adkins
C. B. Jeffers
J W. Peace
Greensboro Road
Tow Through Troubled Waters and Vacation Advice
A Forsyth County native Dr Jeffers plans to move his family by mid August as a home becomes available. Dr Irvin H Page, hypertension expert, notes readers can return from vacations slimmer sleep better with lower heart rate and blood pressure. He urges longer vacations with pace and scene changes to reduce tensions and reassess attitudes. Employers are recognizing vacation benefits.
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Forsyth County
Jeffers
Irvin H. Page
Reader's Digest
Europe
Foreign Cops Torture Tactics Examined at State Dept School
Washington report surveys the International Police Academy in Georgetown run by the State Department. It notes ambivalent student papers on torture, lesson plans for interrogation techniques, and calls for legal humanitarian methods despite endorsements of coercive practices by some trainees. The piece links testimony to Sen. Abourezk and critiques to press coverage and policy.
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Washington
International Police Academy
State Department
Nepal
James Abourezk
D-S.d
Joe Spear
Police Academy
Car Barn
Georgetown
Iower
Brazil
Chile
Pakistan
South
Vietnam
Uruguay
Tadian Dinh Vo
South Vietnam
Lam van Huu
Madhav Bickram Rana
Gonzalo Wilches Sanchez
Colombia
Bemonatu Mpanga
Zaire
Sen. Abourezk
Office of Public Safety
Drastic Plan In Editor Letter On Stray Dogs
Gary Poston urges drastic action to curb stray dogs roaming town. He contends bite reports and overturned trash cans show city inaction and proposes shooting strays before questioning. He expects council to consider stronger measures for child safety.
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Gary Poston
Denny St
Bicycle Help Pleaded to the Editor
Walter A. Rolph appeals for city cycling routes amid dangers to riders. He cites drivers' hazards, broken glass, and harsh responses to biking, urging wider gutters, cleaner streets, paved paths, and safer rules. He notes personal costs from tire wear and asks for fair treatment of cyclists.
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Walter A. Rolph
Juanita St
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Clarence Darrow
Holshouser’s Plumbers
Holt McPherson Enterprise
Donald
Wendy) Lindner
James
Hilda) Errico
United States
Howard Callaway
Nixon
Paul O’brien
Pentagon
Callaway
O’brien
Strom Thurmond
R-S.c
Wayne Hays
Dohio
Senator Soaper
Hubert Humphrey
Humane Society
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