Philpott’s rise from Lexington debates to lieutenant governor
Harvey Cloyd Philpott, a Lexington native and furniture executive, began on the Lexington High School debate team with his future wife Fances Adelside Thompson Phipptt. He served four terms in the North Carolina House, led the Senate as lieutenant governor in 1961, and later won Lexington mayoral races before returning to state politics in 1953. He was noted for bipartisan appeal, support for public education, and a knack for building backstage legislative support.
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Chicago
Line of succession in state government underscored
Barnhardt notes that if the Secretary of State must convene the Senate the president of the Senate would act as governor. He cites the 1954 case when Gov Umstead died and Lt Gov Hodges became chief executive, leaving no lieutenant governor. Earnhardt recalls becoming Senate president in 1955, believing he then entered the line of succession, while McGallard says the constitution is vague on successor details.
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Philpott remembered for state service and school plan
Gov Sanford called Philpott a dear friend and able servant after his death. The four term state representative helped draft North Carolina’s public school stance following the 1934 Brown v. Board era, chairing the Pearsall Committee that shaped pupil assignment policies, and he directed the North Carolina Democratic party finance efforts.
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Johnson visits West Berlin amid calls for swift reprisal
Vice President Johnson reassures West Berliners and allies after talks with Willy Brandt. He praises postwar recovery, warns of East German Communist barriers, and commits to steadfast ties as his motorcade winds through the city. Brandt touts Berlin’s pivotal role in Western defense and democracy.
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Familiar Figure Returns To Berlin
General Lucius D. Clay, former military governor of Germany, returns to Berlin with Lyndon Johnson's party amid large crowds. Clay, applauded by West Berliners, recalls his wartime aid and faces the ruined Potsdamer Platz wall as Johnson tours the city with Mayor Willy Brandt. The Freedom Bell tolled as Clay spoke.
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Former Pastor's Daughter Sings in Spring Service
Mrs Kay McGee Phillips, daughter of former pastor Dr W K McGee, will sing at all worship services Sunday at First Baptist LHUMASVILLE. A Furman graduate, she taught at Gardner-Webb College 1956 1953 and served as minister of music at College Park Baptist Church in Winston-Salem until recently. She also plans a brief sacred music concert during the evening worship hour.
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Cuban Ship Delayed By Court Wrangle
A U S Coast Guard action kept the 3,800 ton freighter Bahia de Nipe in port as judges weighed whether the ship can be returned to Cuba or held for debt settlements. The case involves sovereign immunity questions and possible federal appeals by claimants and Cuba.
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Powers Ends First Year In Prison
MOSCOW AP Francis Gary Powers, U 2 pilot, completed a full year in prison after an Aug 20 sentence of 10 years deprivation of liberty for spying. He is held in Vladimir, reportedly working in a paper shop. His prospects for release remain unclear as U S requests to see him go unanswered.
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Jury convicts Cooley in Willow Springs slaying
Bakersfield AP report: Spade Cooley, 50, famed western swing bandleader, convicted of murdering his wife Ela Mac Cooley by beating and stomping at their Willow Springs ranch last April 31. The jury’s verdict awaits sanity ruling before sentencing. Cooley had pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity. The trial featured testimony on jealousy and violence, with ex-vocalist Kila Mae, 37, from his band among witnesses. The panel deliberated 21 hours before verdict.
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