Jordan Eyes No. 2 Spot in North Carolina Governorship
A North Carolina editorial urges unity as Luther Hodges seeks re election and Henry Jordan contemplates lieutenant governor candidacy. The piece praises both men, notes Jordan may renounce the race, and argues Jordan could be a strong successor or cabinet contender if he seeks the lieutenant governor post.
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North Carolina
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Luther Hodges
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The Old Breed of Political Bosses Fades From Power
The article traces the decline of historic bosses Ed Kelly, Ed Flynn, Wade Renfrew, and Frank Hague. It notes their ruthlessness and control, yet argues voters can still arouse reform. Modern bosses are subtler careerists, with less power but similar ambitions.
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Ed Kelly
Chicago
Ed Flynn
New York
Bronx
High Point
Wade Renfrew
Frank Hague
Jersey City
Hague
Bailiwick
W. W. Horton
Adenauer’s Torch as West Germany’s Leader Reaches 80
The piece notes Konrad Adenauer’s 80th birthday marks Western unity and questions how long he can remain Bonn’s head. It cites Churchill’s concern over succession and warns of potential shifts in German policy and Cold War dynamics after his departure.
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Konrad Adenauer
West Germany
Adenauer
Germany
Bonn
Winston Churchill
Polio Fight Marking March of Dimes 1956 Drive
The 1956 March of Dimes campaign aims for a national goal of 47 600 000 dollars as ten million children receive the Salk vaccine. Polio balance shows progress despite ongoing epidemics in Massachusetts and Wisconsin and vaccine production improving after spring. High Point shifts to a shorter ten day drive with Polio Bridge starting next Wednesday to boost support.
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Massachusetts
Wisconsin
High Point
Kind Words Mean a Lot Remembering Ernie Pyle's Gentle Note
A LaGrange Daily News reflection recalls Ernie Pyle, the wartime reporter, and a roadside sign that read Thanks. The piece highlights simple courtesy in tough times and the enduring value of kind words.
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Ernie Pyle
Ernie
High Point Enterprise Subscription and Policy Notice
Public notice outlines subscription rates by mail or carrier and states reproduction rights for local news and AP dispatches. It lists entering Post Office and disclaimers about carriers, distributors, and advertising representatives with contact notes.
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High Point
Iocal
Red brainwashing claim on Korean POWs largely fails in study
A Washington based study of more than 500 former Korean POWs shows no lasting effect from Red brainwashing. Of 21 turncoats, four returned to the U S and 16 others seek to, with one dead. Army aims to use findings to guide future POW ethics and training programs.
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Army
Reds
Air Force
Stead Air Force Base
Nevada
Absence of State of the Union message shakes social season
Washington society reacts to the President not delivering the State of the Union. rumors and commentary swirl about subversion talks and the social spectacle around the event. Senators and guests discuss who attends and how the absence changes interactions, with the press noting shifts in mood and attendance.
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Washington
United States
Eissenhower
Capital Society
State of the Union
Capitol Dome
Readers challenge housing editor on slum conditions
A reader endorses the Jan 7 housing editorial and urges the city and newspaper to act. Landlords defend their role, complain of higher taxes and costs, and accuse inspectors and laws of overreach while calling for lawful, reasonable housing standards. The Enterprise sides for sane housing efforts.
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Emerywood
Women's League
Folster
Help Located Grave of George W Tatum 1918
Editor of The Enterprise receives a request to locate the grave of George W. Tatum who died November 9 1918 and was buried November 11 1918. He worked at a cotton mill in High Point and burial site is sought in a church cemetery.
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George W. Tatum
High Point
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