Coronation Reverence and British Mood Ahead of Queen Elizabeth II
The piece reflects American and British perspectives on Elizabeth II’s forthcoming coronation in London. It notes the symbolic value of the monarchy, the public fascination, and the contrast with American political processes while praising the Queen and invoking prayers for her.
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Elizabeth II
Tafts
McCarthys
Atlee’s
Bevans
England
Elizabeth
Power of Gentleness: Tribute to Rev H Norwood Bowne
A High Point tribute honors Rev H Norwood Bowne for a long and fruitful Episcopal ministry. His gentle service, hospital work, and inclusive compassion are praised by parishioners and community members alike.
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H. Norwood Bowne
Episcopal
Brother Bowne
Ness
High Point
Vukovich Dominates Heat Aboard 128.74 MPH Memorial Day Win
In a brutal Memorial Day speedway classic at Indianapolis, heat reached 130 degrees leaving one driver dead and eight hospitalized. Bill Vukovich won the $89,000 prize with an average speed of 128.74 mph as safety cautions and yellow lights punctuated the muddled finish.
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Indianapolis
Bill Vukovich
Vukovich
Wilson’s three point landing on Air Force strength
Defense Secretary Charles E. Wilson argues a 1955 budget would add 75 fighter planes beyond the Truman plan, framing a $5 billion air cuts clash. He says production will focus on modern combat aircraft and counters calls to reduce air power while promising greater overall fighting strength. Wilson faces unification issues and required cuts to ground forces.
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Defense
Charles E. Wilson
Air Force
Wilson
Pentagon
Air National Guard
Air Reserve
Polk Street Professor on Parents Love and Discipline
The speaker argues that parents must balance love with firmness to gain children's respect. He recalls personal memories from mild punishments to harsher ones, noting that excessive leniency weakens a child’s sense of security. He suggests children need a strong, unified parental example to feel protected and valued.
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Paddlin
Johnny
Mama
Optimism in a nation weary of gloom and politics
A George Sokolsky column argues Americans seek cheerful optimism despite covering wars and scandals. He notes the Eisenhower era mood, coronation diversions, and a desire for genuine fun, urging a lighter view while not ignoring serious events.
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Dwight Eisenhower
Ike
McCarthy
Remorseful George Dixon Blasts Washington Misrule
George Dixon laments Congress dominance over the District of Columbia. He cites meddling lawmakers from Zioncheck to Blanton and Bilbo, naming Oregon’s Wayne Morse as a turncoat who imposed harsh oversight, vowing more misrule from federal officials.
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Washington
Congress
Columia
Congress of the
United States
Oxford
Harvard
Cambridge
Wales
New Haven
District of Columbia
Marion A. Zionbheck
Seattle
Connecticut Avenue
Union Station
Napoleon
Elba
House
Men In White
Gallinger Hospital
D. C
Rep
Thomas Blanton
Texas
Metropolitan Police
Theodore
Bilbo
Mississippi
Ku Klux Klan
New York
Oregon
Wayne Morse
State Development Urged in Reader Letter
Susan Frances Hunter of Henderson argues for rapid state development to attract tourism and industry. She criticizes Brandon Hodges and Governor Umstead, cites past efforts with Gordon Gray and Richard Stockton, and urges outdoor youth programs to boost North Carolina's economy this summer while warning against communism.
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Enterprise
Brandon Hodges
Hodges
Gordon Gray
Asheville
North Carolina
Richard Stockton
Wachovia Bank
Southern States
Roosevelt
Chi Robert
South
Gray
Umstead
Tennessee
Susan Frances Hunter
Henderson
Duke commencement notes and war time reflections
The writer recalls Duke University commencement events with Bishop Arthur J. Moore, notes on the Golden Anniversary of the Class of 1902, wartime memories, and faith inspired by The War Cry. Also mentions a New York magazine horse tale, Taft on Korea, Evangelist George T. Stephens, and a humor line about a boy fishing on Sunday.
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Duke
Duke University
Arthur J. Moore
Earth
Southland
Ation Magazine
New York
Long Island
Jamaica
Highway numbering shifts prompt cautious policy debate
State Highway Commission weighs changes to US and NC routes amid requests for alternate designations. Longest alternate US 15A stretches 125 miles while officials prefer single numbers and caution against duplications. Mass market trends show income shift widening consumer base and dampening luxury demand, with implications for local trade.
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State Highway Commission
National Association of Highway Officials
Zebulon
Durham
Currie
Wilmington
North Carolina
Creedmoor
Raleigh
Fayetteville
Laurinburg
Sanford
Junaluska
Waynesville
Sylva
Ion City
Bureau of Advertising
American Newspaper Publishers Association
America
S. Kuznets
National Bureau of Economic Research
Business Week
Kuznets
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Holt McPherson
Charles B. Loflin
God Save the Queen
London
Atlee
Dr. Bowne
Polk Street
Ques
Cher
George Sokolsky
Philip
Churchill
Eisenhower
France
Leo McCarey
Harry Truman
Teddy Roosevelt
Calvin
Mark Twain
Finley Peter Dunne
George Dixon
W. A. Bivins
Cloer
Salvation Army
Martha Snell Nicholson
PRACH
Robert A. Taft
Korea
George Stephens
Greensboro
George T. Stephens
Stephens
Guilford County
Sedgefield
Evangelist
Toronto
Canada
Stephen
The
Bible College
Nyack
N. Y
Spokane
Wash
Lynn Nisbet
Capitol Square
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