Sanford’s 1976 bid seen as promising outsider run
The piece argues Terry Sanford, once a long shot in 1972, now pursues a serious presidential bid. He builds networks across North Carolina, gains national party strategy exposure, and mobilizes fundraising with a former West Virginia governor directing efforts. His frontrunner rivals keep front-page exposure, while Sanford targets party activists and delegates.
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City Council Hears Band Funding Request
Director David Duncan asked the City Council to raise the High Point Municipal Band’s appropriation from 1600 to 3000. The request covers concert plans, admission, fund raising, band selection, school involvement, and the effect on the city budget amid tax valuation questions. After discussion, the request was referred to the finance committee for a later recommendation.
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August Fretful Month Brings Storms and Jumbled Yields
The piece notes August arrives breathless with mini tornadoes and furious storms. It laments damaged corn and tomato plants from a Saturday night squall, and a lawn growing fast after July. It closes by suggesting fishing as a respite from school resumption and impeachment talk.
Impeachment and Fall of NY Governor Sulzer in 1913
Historians draw parallels to Nixon era but focus on William Sulzer, the 42nd New York governor impeached and removed on October 17, 1913. He faced graft, campaign fund misuses, and executive privilege claims amid Tammany Hall power struggles and push for direct primaries.
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Nixon Jewelry Records Spirited Away
Nixon jewelry files vanish after Pat Nixon cousin allegedly removed the “thick books” cataloging First Family gems. Rebozo linked to a $5,650 earring set. Senate panel notes cash payments. Tim’s Bermuda trip linked to United Aircraft. CAB records ongoing. Washington whirl notes veterans’ draft-era duties and retailer lobbying contrasts.
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High Points EPIC dues questioned amid costly outlay
Local readers are asked to scrutinize High Point s massive 254 528 paid over four years to ElectriCities PECA and EPIC amid concerns over returns and governance The letter cites 106 251 paid for a Duke nuclear plant venture later nullified and 90 968 34 in legal costs for a nonviable project It calls for reform and prudent participation while noting leadership ethics and public service integrity.
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