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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1974
Page
2
Opening sales show weak prices at Eastern Belt markets around 83 to 86 per hundred pounds mirroring 1973 levels. Gov Holfhouser attends but cautions there is little he can do if prices stay low as farmers fear government policy and rising production could depress earnings. Better leaves remain to come, offering slim hope of improvement.
Florida Senator Edward Gurney, once a Nixon loyalist on the Watergate panel, is indicted on conspiracy bribery and related counts over a 1970 71 kickback scheme involving Florida housing contractors. He becomes the first in office senator charged in 50 years, and he announces he will not seek re election stating his priority is clearing his name.
The search for family roots has moved from aristocratic snobbery to a broad interest across classes and nations. Experts cite America's bicentennial influence and a renewed desire to connect with Revolution era figures, with growth seen in England and Scotland. Challenges include scarce records, fires destroying archives, and tracing enslaved ancestors. Alex Haley’s discovery of a Gambian village example inspired many to pursue lineage despite barriers.
James St Clair's law partner Paul Hellmuth ran Anderson Security Consultants Inc a CIA front until disbanding last year. The firm allegedly funneled money to CIA operations while shredding defense papers. Former Colson tapes and CIA veterans corroborate the claim. A CIA spokesman declined comment. Also Inside Man covers ex Rep Wayne Aspinall now a strip mining lobbyist earning $1,750 a month for American Metal Climax on Capitol Hill.
A reader defends Oak Hollow drag boat races near High Point after a Benny Phillips article called them slow and circus like. The writer praises the event, cites drivers' dedication, and urges Benny to apologize while suggesting High Point as a potential national meet site. The letter also requests canceling the subscription.
A Greensboro reader thanks Oakwood Knoll Nursing Home staff for two years of compassionate care for Earl J. Garrett and urges gratitude for elder services. The letter also condemns state officials and the Art Museum Commission for actions around the State Capital and a proposed downtown site, calling for integrity in preserving the capital’s cultural institutions.
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