Clarence Wagner steps down as High Point Merchants president
Clarence S. Wagner concluded a one year term as president of the High Point Merchants Association and was succeeded by Al Bernet. Wagner, active for nearly 20 years with the group, remains involved and praises the association’s strength and value to local merchants. He started Wagner Tire Service in 1949 and has served on multiple civic boards including Civitan and the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
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Clarence S. Wagner
High Point Merchants Assn
al Bernet
Wagner
High Point
Lexington
Wagner Tire
Gatewood Avenue
The
Merchants Assn
Raleigh
Washington
Joe Foster
Bryce
Hoyle
Foyle
Air Force
Ramsay Air Force Base
Puerto Rico
Wages Of Greed Warns Of Economic Fallout And War
A columnist laments inflation, rising deficits, and foreign policy missteps. He argues excessive demand and government spending threaten the dollar, warns of runaway prices, and urges restraint to prevent national decline. He stresses integrity and prudence in supporting public officials.
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America
Constitutional crisis looms after 1968 election deadlock
Analysis of how Congress and the 12th and 20th amendments shape a possible presidential impasse. It covers electoral college rules, potential acting president provisions, and how the House or Senate could determine the outcome if no candidate wins a majority. It notes Wallace’s potential impact in southern states and the political uncertainty ahead.
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Washington
Congress
U. S
House of Representatives
George Wallace
House
Houses
New York
Wallace
Alabama
Georgia
Louisiana
South Carolina
Johnson
Humphrey
Illinois
Oregon
Montana
Witness Daniels Not in Jail as Motels Raid Probe Continues
James R. Daniels Sr. a key prosecution witness in the 29 70 Motel raid murder case remains free on bond since September. He has reportedly moved to another state awaiting trial in Davidson County while continuing to testify when needed. County officials note no trial date has been set and Daniel’s wife faces separate abortion charges.
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Thomasville
James R
Shorty) Daniels Sr
Harvey Eugene Dyer Jr
Davidson County
Fred C. Sink
Daniels
Ee Dyer
James Daniels
Guil-Rand To Receive New 1250 Gallon Water Tanker
Guil-Rand firemen ordered a new water tanker with 1250 gallon capacity and built in two way pump. It will siphon pond water into the tank and pump to pumper tanks, with hose and extra pumping capability for fire crews. Delivery is expected mid March.
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Guil-Rand
Election Year Speakers Highlight Crime and Highway Safety
High Point civic clubs hosted Sen. Sam J. Ervin Jr and Gov. Dan K. Moore as they addressed crime rate concerns and highway safety. Ervin focused on crime trends and Supreme Court effects. Moore touted public awareness and enforcement, driver education, and highway safety progress.
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High Point
Rotary Club
Sam J. Ervin Jr
Morganton
Lions Club
Dan K. Moore
Raleigh
Moore
Sen. Ervin
Supreme Court
Vietnam
Congress
North Carolina
Highway Patrol
University of North Carolina
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Zurich
Mae Penn
Guiet
Abner Seter
the Capital
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Davidson
By Bob Burchette
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Cloniger Drive
Hinkle Street
Royal Oaks
George L. Handley
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Marvin Hobbs
Marvin Steed
Sheriff's Office
M. S
Ham) Murphy
Will Kay
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Piedmont
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Guil Rand
Clyde Wilkerson
Davidson County Fox Hunters
Wallburg
Sam Ervin
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