North Carolina presidential primary stirs national candidate entries
Jerry Sanford's withdrawal heightens NC primary drama as six national contenders, including Bob Wallace Carter Bentsen and others, declare or tease entries for North Carolina's March 23, 61 delegates. National figures press for ballots while state Democrats juggle campaigns and endorsements amid Sanford’s exit.
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Harris Enters North Carolina Presidential Primary
Harris supporters unveiled his entry letter to North Carolina election officials as he seeks 10 percent of delegates in the March 23 primary. Four Democrats are officially on the ballot, Wallace Carter Bentsen Jackson, with Harris entering despite not attending the briefing. Udall’s entry remains uncertain while Reagan and Ford lead the Republican slate. Harris campaigned in Massachusetts, represented in Raleigh by aides highlighting his idealism and new populism.
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Southeastern
Judy Sugar
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City Schools of High Point questionnaire results expected soon
Readers ask about public disclosure of education questionnaire results and a timeline. The enterprise notes the Raleigh digest will be reported, with administration awaiting data before month end.
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High Point
K.M. A
Raleigh
Ford Hints At Tax Cut If Economy Heals By 1979
President Ford in his annual economic report says the economy is improving though unemployment stays high. He cautions a full recovery will take time and a major tax cut could be feasible by 1979 if budget restraint continues, while noting inflation remains a risk.
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Ford
Congress
Council of Economic Advisers
Jong Rut
Shades Of Lord Jim Tempered Islanders Sail Trade
Observers recall Joseph Conrad novels as steamers plied Asian seas and trade routes. The era’s maritime culture influenced island communities and their pride in faster sailing ships.
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Joseph Conrad
Gas Truck Explosion Kills Seven in HIDUELAND County
A gasoline truck exploded on US 195 near Coosawhatchie Jasper County at 7 45 am. The Highway Patrol reported seven dead and 15 to 20 cars involved in the crash. Traffic was blocked as officers from surrounding counties arrived at the scene.
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Hidueland
State Highway Patrol
Jasper County
Coosawhatchie
Citizens Watch For Crime In Lincoln County
In Lincoln County North Carolina a crime prevention program with citizen participation reduced break ins from about 50 a month to 24 a month in late 1975. The National Sheriff Association selected the county for a pilot project to boost community involvement and deter crime. Sheriff Harven A Crouse noted initial resistance but reported a dramatic drop as signs warning passers by multiplied on rural mailboxes and neighborhoods.
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Lincolnton
N.C
Ligegin County
Lincoln County
National Sheriff's Association
Sheri Harven A. Crouse
Sheriff's Department
Energy Saving Home Burden Hits Electric Bill
In Memphis Tony Barry, who bought an energy saving home with a heat pump and extra insulation, faced a December bill of 98.49 despite low usage. Neighbors reported lower charges. utility officials suspect a malfunction and are checking the system as Barry laments cost and timing.
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Tony Barry
Mo Bull
Barry
Memphis Light, Gas & Water Division
Tennessee Valley Authority
Mlg&w
Norrmal
Bill
James Stewart
Wrong Man Spends Holidays In Jail
Two Los Angeles men named Ramon Flores resemble each other and share similar Social Security numbers. One man spent Christmas and New Year in jail after being arrested for a Fresno murder, while the other, innocent, was at home with his family. After fingerprints and witness checks failed to identify him, authorities corrected the mistake and the wrong Ramon Flores was released. The other remains at large.
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Fresno
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