Holshouser Record Described as Favorable by North Carolina Press
The Asheville Citizen argues James Holshouser, the first Republican governor this century, left a strong legacy. It notes vast parkland purchases including Jockeys Ridge and Cape Lookout, expanded kindergarten services, a billion-dollar capital investment year, and about 19 000 new jobs.
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Chicago test for city that works and the new mayor
The piece reflects on Michael Daley's unique blend of political skill as mayor and Cook County Democratic chair and warns Chicago must rise to a new standard of self-government. It calls on business labor and professions to share responsibility to keep the city balanced and running smoothly as the Daley era ends.
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No Second Cup A Rally Against Coffee Price Hike
The Raleigh News & Observer notes a coffee boycott urged by supermarkets to push prices past $3 per pound. It argues coffee is a life necessity and unlikely to deter Southern drinkers, who favor soda, but still rely on coffee as a mainstay even in hard times.
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Hunt aims to trim state bureaucracy without tax hikes
Governor elect Hunt vows to cut unnecessary state employment to curb rising costs. He argues the bulk of the budget goes to salaries and fringes and plans to tighten the ship of state by eliminating nonessential positions. Previous chiefs pursued similar goals with little lasting effect.
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Highway patrolman urges immediate license seizure in court
A Roanoke Rapids Herald report quotes a North Carolina patrolman from a rural area who handles revoked licenses in three counties. He says 35 licenses weekly are collected and current court procedures waste time and money. He urges suspension enforcement at trial and faster actions by the General Assembly.
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FDA Ignoring Evidence on Saccharin Health Risks
Washington column cites internal FDA doubts over saccharin cancer links citing animal bladder tumors and uterine cancers. Commentary compares FDA inaction to Red Dye No 2 ban, notes five million pounds used yearly and possible influence of corporate sales on public health decisions. It also covers aspartame scrutiny, Searle data allegations, and calls for independent testing financed by outside groups.
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Readers and editors clash over top news choices
The Indianapolis News reports its editors ranked the 1976 top stories led by the presidential campaign, CIA and FBI disclosures, and changes in China, while readers’ picks differed, reflecting the clash between sensationalism and public interest.
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Top News Reader Rankings Show Sensationalism Bias
The piece analyzes reader interest in 1976 stories including the presidential election and Patty Hearst trial, noting emphasis on morbid or libidinous topics and questioning whether newspapers cater to sensationalism versus lasting historical relevance. It cites AP polls and Indiana’s The Indianapolis News audience.
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Building a New House Class Of ’76
The 95th Congress welcomes 67 new members forming the Class of 76 with 47 Democrats and 20 Republicans. Most are first time lawmakers with diverse backgrounds including lawyers, teachers, farmers, and former aides. Only two of the 67 are women, and Peter Kostmayer, 30, was chosen for the party steering committee.
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