Weather summary for the Carolinas and Triad region
Fragmented forecast notes cloudy and sunny spells across North and South Carolina with periodic rain chances inland Friday and over the weekend. Temperatures range from the 30s to 60s, with cooler nights in the 20s to 40s and a colder pull by Monday, as the National Weather Service tracks chances of showers and a cooling trend.
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South Carolina
North Carolina
National Weather Service
South Coast
Woman Says She Heard Bomb Talk Before La Guardia Blast
A New York woman told police she overheard two men discuss a bombing shortly before La Guardia Airport explosion. She reported hearing one say to clear out the terminal and that they would bomb it. Police seek her statement as investigators weigh a possible hoax while nine others died and dozens injured in the blast.
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New York
la Guardia
Lews Cattell
U.S
National ‘Transportation Safety Board
Trans World Airlines
Athens
Rome
Sil Ba
Foreign Terminal
Los Angeles
Aliens of America
TWA
Explosion at cafe leaves streets blanketed in ashes
A cafe explosion and flash fire collapse a tile roof and engulf the building. Firefighters suspect a gas leak as a cause. Police report blackened walls with residents searching for missing family members while awaiting official word on the dead and injured.
High Point Enterprise Subscription Notice Text Fragment
The High Point Enterprise notices rates and carrier terms with references to the Associated Press and independent contractors. Billing and delivery details appear, including Sunday editions and subscription costs, plus disclaimers about carriers and delivery responsibilities.
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High Bowth
Venice
Shetty
Medbatco
Associated Press
High
Aeaters
High Paint Enterprise, Inc
Warackwith
National Advertising Representatives
Christmas Rush Strains Three Cent Stamp Supply
Postal officials face dwindling three cent stamps and scarce one percent renters as shortages push into mid January. Officials report long lines in multiple cities with shoppers flocking to buy stamps before New Year’s. witnesses compare the scene to a Christmas rush.
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Richard Martin
San Francisco
Rincon Annex
Oklahoma City
Donald EB. Yetman
Albany
N.Y
Alhambra
Stat
Soviets Deny SALT Cheating In Talks Moscow Says No Violations
Pravda in the Observer signed article denies Soviet violations of the antiballistic missile treaty and interim agreement. Tass carried the Kremlin statement as U.S. debate over Kissinger’s delayed December trip and stalled talks continues. Pravda blames U.S. critics and reactionary circles for obstructing negotiations.
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Moscow
Soviet Union
United States
Communist Party
Pravda
Kremlin
Tass
Henry A. Kissinger
Kissinger
U.S
Gas Firm To Respond To Charges By Utilities Panel
Raleigh report says Piedmont Natural Gas will comment Friday on NC Utilities Commission charges of a 1.4 million dollar excess profit in 1975. The commission seeks to refund money to 428,000 customers as part of a proposed order. Piedmont’s return on common stockholders was 15.4 percent versus 14 percent authorized.
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Raleigh
Piedmont Natural Gas Co
North Carolina Utilities Commission
Piedmont
Commission
Public Service
N.C. Natural Gas Co
Mamie Eisenhower Resting at Walter Reed After Illness
Former First Lady Mamie Eisenhower, 79, is reported resting comfortably at Walter Reed Army Medical Center after being rushed from her Gettysburg area home with an undisclosed illness. A friend quoted her son John saying the condition was serious but the hospital would not release details. President Ford sent a supportive telegram as the family awaited updates.
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Washington
Mamie Eisenhower
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Dwight D. Eisenhower
John
John Eisenhower
Phoenixville
Eisenhower
Gettysburg
Ford
Lawsuit claims wildlife sanctuary plan to boost island land value
The suit accuses directors of a marine research foundation on a 10 by 4 mile island of forging development, keeping the public off the island, and hiding buried treasure for years. It alleges Annemarie Reynolds, once of Emmeton, Switzerland, died abroad while Reynolds Tobacco Co. founder’s son is tied to the case in McIntosh County.
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Marine Research Foundation
Annemarie Reynolds
Emmeton
Switzerland
Darien
McIntosh County
Sapelo
Reynolds
Reynolds Tobacco Co
Switezerland
Bad Godesborg
West Germany
Head Joined Twins Do Well as Separate 19YearOlds in Tennessee
Virginia and Teresa Bunton, born head joined Siamese twins, celebrated their 19th birthday in Butler Tennessee. Separated at NIH after birth, they faced medical challenges including brain protection and meningitis. Surgeons used embryo calf skin grafts to cover skulls. They now live with their mother and grandparents near Watauga Lake, pursuing normal New Year hopes.
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Johnson County
National Institute of Health
Bethesda
Anthony N. Silvetti
University of Illinois
Bunlon
Joe McCloud
Watauga Lake
Economy Tops Americans Concerns As New Year Opens
New York AP Harris poll finds 1,475 adults name economy as the biggest problem. Taxes and spending, inflation, integrity in government and crime are other major worries. Democrats may gain edge if economic fears persist amid election year dynamics.
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New York
Harris
Tey
FBI Tampering Charged Panel Demands Answers
The House intelligence committee seeks Saturday answers on whether the FBI tried to retaliate against or quash an inquiry into wiretap equipment purchases. Witness Kaiser alleges six hours of pressure to sign statements. the FBI denies coercion, citing voluntary corrections. Kaiser also cites inconsistent markups and a close tie between an FBI official and U S Recording Co president.
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Washington
House Intelligence Committee
FBI
A. Searle Field
Atty
Edward H. Levi
Field
Martin L. Kaiser
Leo
Kaiser
U.S. Recording Co
U.S
U.S. Recording
Tait
North Carolina ski firms hail best Christmas season ever
Ski operators Grady Moretz at Appalachian Ski Fresert and Fred Pfohl at Beech Mountain report holiday business well above previous years with crowds, rental shortages, and Beech Mountain still in the black. Sugar Mountain also notes equipment shortages as conditions remain cloudy with highs in the 40s.
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BOONE
North Carolina
Grady Moretz
Appalachian Ski Fresert
Mississipi
Moretz
Appalachian
Beech Mountain
Fred Pfohl
Aki
Beech Mountain Ton
A Iea
Carolina Caribbean Corp
Sugar Mountain Resort
Liberty Bell history and public display costs noted
The Liberty Bell, rang for the Declaration of Independence on July 8, 1776 at Independence Hall, has a long history from its 1752 arrival and multiple recasts. It has moved locations, endured crack updates, and remained a symbol of independence amid recent security planning costing about 104000 dollars with 94000 for police protection and 10000 from the National Park Service.
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Polite
Independence Hall
England
William Penn
Marshall
George Washington
Independence Mall
Allentown
Philadelphia
Hillel Levin- Som
National Park Service
Bicentennial Year Opens Amid Celebrations Across Nation
The United States welcomed 1976 with patriotic festivities and New Year messages. Guam reported the first Bicentennial baby and flag-raising as Elks clubs hosted ceremonies. Rhode Island urged nationwide Spirit of 76 observances. Pasadena prepared for the Tournament of Roses Parade before the Rose Bowl. The Liberty Bell moved to its new Bicentennial venue, Independence Hall’s visitor center, to mark the year.
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Henrietta LE
Associated Press
United States
St. Sts
White House
Frent Ford
Ford
Great Republic
U.S
Guam
Elks
Victoria Sison
Rhode Island
Pasadena
Cal
Ol State
UCLA
Independence Hall
Citizen of the Year honoree R T Amos Jr a High Point leader
R T Amos Jr of High Point is named Citizen of the Year for 1969. He led hosiery mill management and served as vice president and president of the firm. He chaired Memorial Hospital trustees and the chamber of commerce, and held director roles at Wachovia and Highland Cotton Mills. He was active in Davidson College affairs and the United Fund.
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Hospital Guild
Eleanor
C. B. Idol
Durham
Wray M. Amos
Harold L. Amos
R. T. Amos Jr
High Point
Amos
McCallie School
Chattanooga
Davidson College
France
Germany
Piedmont Savings and Loan Assn
Wachovia Bank and Trust Co
Memorial.Ospital
United Fund
Executives Club
Children’s Home Society of North Carolina
Greensboro College
Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church
P. Hunter Dalton
James H. Jae
Oe J. Heer
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Triad
Wday
Mead
Mamie
PBI
Joseph Tait
John P. Mohr
House Committee
N.C
Brenda Ware
Sugar Mountain
Liberty Bell
Fageta
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