Worst in the Nation North Carolina Bus Safety Record Debate
The National Safety Council cited North Carolina as worst in the nation for school bus accidents prompting denials by state officials. They note detailed reporting in the state vs others that require only事故s above a threshold. The 1973-74 data show 10,813 buses traveled 82 million miles with 1,685 accidents injuring 98 and 202 others, raising concerns about driver experience and passenger safety.
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National Safety Council
North Carolina
Christmas Cheer Fund Faces Shortfall as Appeals Rise
Mid-December doldrums grip charity planners as funds lag behind needs. Since December 1 High Pointers have given over 96000 while the year’s goal doubles, with a shortfall of more than $1000 versus last year’s date. Beneath the trend is a growing list of needy families and children, urging continued generosity to extend seasonal blessings.
Tilman Thomas Died. City Leader Denoted For Public Service
Tilman B. Thomas was a busy city leader who repeatedly shouldered additional loads for High Point. He steered the United Appeal through hard times and rising asks, delivering notable leadership and personal dedication. His soft-spoken manner and gentlemanly conduct were widely praised. he died on Sunday and will be missed.
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High Point
Tilman B. Thomas
Mr. Thomas
United Appeal
Tilman Thomas
The Presidents Court Nominations Through History
The article traces how presidents from Washington to Ford used political and legal criteria to appoint Supreme Court justices. It covers aims, debates on qualifications, and notable opinions from scholars and leaders about the balance of politics, experience, and potential landmark appointments.
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Senate
Supreme Court
George Washington
Washington
Abraham Lingaln
Lincoln
Franklin B. Roosevelt
Uke Lincoln
FDR
Roosevelt
William O. Douglas
Douglas
Ford
Joan Marshall
Hanga
Pollack
Gotsy
Harry S Truman
Closing of High Point Memorial Hospital Nursing School
The High Point Memorial Hospital nursing school, a long standing training site since 1910, will close due to rising costs and regulatory changes. Trainees will shift to area universities and community colleges as nurse education concentrates in broader institutions.
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High Point Memorial Hospital
Femco
Chamber of Commerce
Angola War Masks A Greater Struggle
Washington reports reveal behind the Angola conflict a larger battle for Africa’s soul. Secret intelligence describes Soviet involvement, Cuba trained guerrillas, and a tentative US China alignment to counter Soviet influence as great powers target Luanda’s port with Kalashnikov rifles heat seeking missiles and other weapons amid a civil struggle turning international.
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Washington
Angola
Africa
Cuba
United States
China
Garden of
Angals
Movement For the Liberation of
Luanda
Angolan War Involves Cuban Forces and Multinational Backers
A covert Cuban expeditionary effort of about 6000 fighters aids the Angolan factions along with Soviet, Chinese, American, and African partners. The interlinked conflict draws in South Africans and mercenaries while threatening regional stability and Cold War détente. Intelligence traces Cuban influence back to 1963 with covert training camps and scattered deployments across Africa.
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Cuba
Africa
National Front For the Liberation of
Angola
Vietnam
Pro Westernaire
National Union For the Total Independence of
Popular Movement
National Front
National Union
Cacoms
Zambia
Congo
Somalia
Mozambique
Cameroon
Eritrea
Gabon
Guinea
Malawi
Mali
Soviet Union
Armando Estrada Fernandez
Ulysses
Directorate General of Intelligence
DGI
KGB
Luanda
Mise Arkan Conntrles
O Urnt
Havana
Portugal
Cape Verde Islands
Central Intelligence Agency
Henry Rissinger
Spain
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