North Carolina faces court order to redraw districts
A three judge Federal Court orders North Carolina to reapportion both congressional and legislative districts by January 31 to cure inequities and enforce one man one vote. If lawmakers fail, the court will redraw districts. The move could shift power to more populous areas and demands a timely session to craft a fair basis.
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Duke Power seeks sixth rate cut in five years
Duke Power Company asks Carolina utility boards for approval to cut rates, potentially saving customers over a million dollars annually. The move comes as October’s consumer price index hits 114.0, with most major items rising. Duke cites efficiency gains and a strong record of price reductions as evidence it can offer more power for less money.
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Editorial Research After French Election And Gaullism’s Future
Editorial note examines French president Charles de Gaulle and Gaullism as France faces a 1972 election. It discusses potential successors Jacques Chaban-Delmas and others, public support trends, and France’s role in Europe including the European Communities. It weighs Gaullist influence versus center-right convergence and the market’s worry over European integration.
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China blasts Russia in lengthy critique as U S readers divided
Drew Pearson reports the Chinese embassy text attacking the Soviet Union details alleged Kremlin shifts and betrayal, portraying Russia as duplicitous while praising U S cooperation. The piece links this to Johnson’s Vietnam stance and shifts in U S foreign policy across administrations from Roosevelt to Johnson.
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I Enter My Sixtieth Year The Editor Reflects
The note marks a journalist’s impending 60th birthday and reflects on aging, editing duties, reader loyalty, and the craft of newspaper work. It recalls past roles, Emerson quotes, and gratitude to readers while outlining local projects and community notices.
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