Democrats Fail to Field Candidates in High Point Race
An editorial notes the March filing deadline passed without any High Point Democrats entering races for the General Assembly or County Commission. It cites reluctance among local Republicans and reflects on a growing trend of officials avoiding legislative service, warning High Point could be unrepresented next year.
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General Assembly
Board of County Commissioners
Kemp, Whitley
Ay Horace Kornegay
L. P. McLendon Jr
Assembly
Guilford
High Point
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Czech Revolution Ends Novotny Era Without Violence
The Czechoslovak people oust Antonin Novotny after 11 years as president and 15 years as party leader in a peaceful upheaval that challenges Moscow's grip. The move signals a weakening of Russian influence and a less solid Eastern bloc, with Romania and other nations pursuing more autonomy. Moscow cannot dictate events as before.
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Europe
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Novotny
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Poland
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Romania
Sunday Sermon on Liberty and Law in Daily Life
A church sermon argues true liberty comes from obedience to law in family, school, and society. It cites Galatians 5:1, references Dr. Edward Kidder Graham, and urges respect for authority to protect political and spiritual freedoms.
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Our University
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Jesus Christ
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Activist Drive Aims to Clean Up High Point Slums
Promoter CAPUS WAYNICK applauds the Committee of Concerned Citizens for targeting a High Point quarter. Chamber leaders Frank Wood and George Covington back the push, seeking private and public aid from FHA and Farm Housing Administration, with Model Cities as a possible goal. The author urges a broad citizen movement to deter commercialization and transform housing to create a safer, healthier community.
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High Point
Formosa Chiang troops could halt Red China if Hanoi action grows
Drew Pearson reports Formosa Nationalists claim 500000 troops ready to strike into mainland China if Red China sends volunteers to Vietnam. Washington considers cutting GRC aid to fund Vietnam costs, risking provoking CPR response.
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Red China
Vietnam
Formosa
China
Chiang Kai-shek
Secret Pentagon debate over Taiwan defense and GRC role
A confidential month study questions whether Nationalist forces deter CPR threat. It argues GRC reserves suffice for offshore island defense but not for broader SEA NEA tasks, citing political costs and adequacy of current forces. The Taipei country team urges backing Taiwan as containment, warning against any reduction.
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Formosa
CPR
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Northeast Asia
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Joint Chiefs
Andrews
JSOP
Joint Chiefs’ Operations Plans
USG
Pacific
Making of a Governor author recalls North Carolina political history
Holt McPherson recounts how he began writing The Making of a Governor and details a lifetime of NC politics from 1944 to 1963. He describes campaigns, key figures, and the motive to record political history for future researchers and readers.
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Holt McPherson
North Carolina
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