Dowdy Named High Point Young Man of the Year for Work Ethic
David A. Dowdy Jr., vice president of Mann Drug Co. and a leader in High Point, is honored with the Jaycees Distinguished Service Award as Young Man of the Year. A native and long-time community figure, he oversees operations across six Mann stores and chairs the church board. Dowdy, married to Doris Boone with three children, also pursues clay sculpture.
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David A. Dowdy Jr
High Point
Dowdy
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Ana North Carolina
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University of North Carolina School of Pharmacy
Woodrow Avenue
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Henry
Young Dowdy
Mann Drug
School of Pharmacy
University of North Carolina
Mann Warehouse
Surrett Drive
N. Main Street
Doris Boone
David III
Arden
George
Indian philosophy and poverty clash in New Delhi village note
An editor's notebook reflects on India's philosophy driven by cow protection protests, caste echoes, and economic strain as India heads toward self reliance. It contrasts Indian spiritual richness with American material wealth and cites food and grain challenges amid political and social tensions.
Washington scene riles President as critics mock poverty policy
Mr Talbert notes Johnson's TV tirade over an art portrait misrepresented as Cary Grant. He cites governors, Flowers, and Powell in critiquing administration policy. The piece mocks press leaks, credibility gaps, and Vietnam policy muddle, likening leaders to a befuddled turtle.
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Richmond Flowers
Adam Powell
Vietnam
Don Quixote
Nellie
North Carolina Drinking Law Debate Highlights Bias and Humor
A North Carolina letter to the editor argues liquor control yields a laughing stock situation. It notes drinking is a personal matter and urges clear state action to declare the state wet or dry, criticizing half measure laws and highway violence ideas.
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North Carolina
McGuffy
Education rated high concern for American people
W G Carr executive secretary of the National Education Association notes in a quote that education is an important first aid in curing many of the nation's ills and remains a key public concern.
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W G. Carr
National Education Assn
Horneytown names Beaver chief for second term
Horneytown Fire Department officially reappointed J S Bus Beaver as chief for a second term after a board meeting last Monday. Leonard W. Martin resigned, with Richard Clodfelter continuing as assistant chief for administration and James Haymore for firefighting duties. The department operates a water pumper, equipment carrier, and a large tanker recently replaced, with a community-built fire station and ongoing maintenance.
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Beaver
Horneytown Fire Department
Horneytown
Leonard W. Martin
Richard Clodfelter
James Haymore
Dick Payne
Vernon Shuskey
Grady Bottoms
Deterrent and Punishment Debate Grows in North Carolina
A Raleigh meeting on January 21 aims to organize opposition to capital punishment in the state. High Point leaders and volunteers from Greensboro, Charlotte, Winston-Salem, Thomasville, Raleigh, Guilford College, and more join a campaign to abolish the death penalty as a deterrent, seeking education and persuasion ahead of the General Assembly.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
High Point
Greensboro
Charlotte
Winston - Salem
Thomasville
Guilford College
Matt Wall
Greenway Drive
Pullen Memorial Baptist Church
Byron Haworth
Haworth
California
City of Thomasville Passes Up Higher Interest Bid
Report notes Thomasville city funds of 600000 in sewer expansion were left in a single bank at a below market rate though a rival bid offered 5 percent at one point. Mayor Johnson said the city is “getting the most out of it.” Other local items include a JP appointment for C O Westmoreland and honors given to Eddie Riddle and Fred Morrison by the Chamber. A local bachelor reportedly traveled to Washington to pursue a blind date with a girl from England or Jordan, highlighting bravado.
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New Delhi
Mehr Chand Pahuja
India
U.S.A
Washington
Thomasville
Tom Johnson
Washington, D.C
England
Jordan
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