Rives Keeps Bench Amid Political Pressures in Greensboro
The piece notes Governor Kerr Scott reappointed Judge FE Rives due to pressure from Scott supporters and Greensboro friends, while casting doubt on the wisdom of the move. It argues Rives’ career might have benefited from leaving the bench, suggesting a potential future state campaign role for another figure and critiquing public office as a draining, if influential, pursuit.
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Greensboro
Kerr Scott
Judge FE
Rives
Scott
Judge Rives
Ben Cone
Cone
Powell Street
Greensboro Daily News
Durham
North Carolina
Scrubby
Superior Court
The Two Center and the Postal Card Revival
The piece argues for using postal cards to cut postage and save time, noting most letters are public and lengthy. It reflects on price changes making cards more viable and contemplates purchasing two centers when the post office opens to try sending more efficient correspondence.
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Sears and Roebuck
Russia claims汽 automobile invention war propaganda
The article parodies a Soviet claim that Russia invented the automobile and sold it to Americans, arguing such boasts mask propaganda. It notes a loud nationalist stance and mocks Americans dying in wars while the Soviet boast focuses on cars and vodka.
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America
Korea
North Carolina urged to fix license plate deadline
Opinion argues the January grace period for 1951 plates is useless and causes end of month rushes. Suggest adopting a fixed date or fiscal year end for plates and criticize enforcement laxity, noting potential cross state trouble for motorists and urging clear, consistent rules.
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North Carolina
The
of Public Instruction
Department of
The Mad House At Long Long Last
George Dixon concludes his year in review with a broad, brisk rundown. The Army is cited in passing context as part of the fragmentary memoir.
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George Dixon
Rambling Thoughts At The Year’s Beginning
These Days Rambling Thoughts At The Year’s Beginning By George Sokolsky reflects on how people focus on personal affairs despite political upheavals. The column critiques sensationalism, politics, radio, censorship, and public figures while urging continuity and personal responsibility.
Power Demand Pressures Growth in Aluminum Plant Plans
Washington report notes rising United States power consumption with the possibility of a new line aluminum reduction plant before 1953. Additional industrial outlets and expanded capacity are discussed as essential to sustain power supply.
Leap Year Privileges and Odd Customs Highlight 1952 Notes
A chronicle of Leap Year lore from 1962 describes bells and whistles at year start and the shared odd privilege for bachelor maids to propose. It cites ancient roots in Ireland and Scotland with maiden ladies gaining liberty to pursue partners, reflecting long folklore on leap years and social customs.
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Washington
Franklin
Theodore
Ireland
Fragmented quotes on honesty and freedom from diverse figures
A collage of misquoted lines and garbled phrases from figures including Frank E. McKinney, Harman Grisewood, Ernest O. Melby, and David Cushman Coyle. The text spans government integrity, culture, freedom, and misattributed sentiments, reflecting transcription errors and historical figure references.
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Mar A Lara Ram Cay Rete
N. C
Enterprise
Russia
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Velen
George Sokolsky
Rarnee
Jenner
Indiana
Theron Lamar
Dixon
State Department
Barden Potter
Chicago
Yee Ee
Coperamente
Bass
Cence Anes
Peter Edson
W. A. Bivins
Sam
State Dept
Frank E. McKiney
Beethoven
Mozart
Harman Grisewood
Britain
Ernest O. Melby
David Cushman Coyle
Tsuji
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