High Point Enterprise in High Point, North Carolina

Lee Predicts Reasonable Chance Of Getting Lt Gov Nomination

Howard Lee, Chapel Hill mayor and 1976 Democrat, said a formal entry into the lieutenant governor race would wait until fall. He expects a good chance if he builds a strong organization and fundraising. Lee addressed 25,000 across weeks and spoke at High Point Civitan Club. He noted Wallace could influence voters but might not hurt his bid. in 1972 he matched Wallace in some Second District precincts.