Rich lown Farmer Throws Lavish Inaugural Parties
Iowa farmer Elmer Carlson funded three inauguration week parties drawing ordinary farmers from multiple states. The events featured Duke Ellington music and peanut punch crafted by North Carolina vendors, charging $35 a ticket to provide an inclusive, festive alternative to Carter’s official balls.
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Carter
Development Leader Sees Grant Aiding Southern Growth
North Carolina plans to use a $165000 federal grant for southern states to coordinate growth and attract industry. Economic Development Division chief T B Broughton says joint planning will spread growth to suitable sites and prevent strain on local economies. E Blaine Liner notes the aim is to avoid placing industries where they aren’t needed or able to handle them.
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Windy Friday snow and cold across North Carolina
The National Weather Service forecasts light snow across the state today with 1 to 3 inches in the mountains and around 1 inch in the foothills. Travelers advisory in the Triad, frigid temperatures persist, and Friday brings mostly sunny skies with continued wind and cold conditions.
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You and Taxes 1040 A Use for modest income
The Federal Short Form 1040 A may suit taxpayers with small income and few deductions but this year all income must be reduced to taxable income before using tax tables. A comparison of low income allowance deduction and percentage standard deduction helps find the least tax liability. Visit us for complete tax return prep at locations on Main Street.
Riots Subside as Cairo Restores Calm with Curfew
Army paratroopers guard key squares and bridges in Cairo after two days of price riot violence. Police put deaths at 40 and injuries at 250, while Al Ahram cites 34 dead and 409 injured in Cairo Alexandria. A 14 hour curfew ends gradually as buses run and shops reopen.
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Preyer Topped as CIA Director Candidate
U S Rep Richardson Preyer of North Carolina is mentioned as a possible CIA director nominee. He expresses honor but doubts selection and cites family discussion before any decision. Fellow congressmen champion his intelligence integrity and southern background for the post.
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