Teague Timeline Highlights Police Career and Masonic Roles
High Pointer of the Week J R Teague served with the Marines including time in Cuba and Guantanamo Bay. He rose from patrolman to desk sergeant and captain before becoming chief of police in January 1962 and planning retirement in April. He attended police management courses and held leadership roles in the International Chiefs of Police and North Carolina Police Executives Association. He and his wife reside at 216 E Parkway and he is active in church and masonry, including Acacia Lodge, York Rite, and Shriners.
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International City Managers Assn
International Assn. of Chiefs of Police
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
N. C. Police Executives Assn
Tero Jane Gallimore
Denton
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Editor's Outlook Little Old Children
Editor Jenkin Lloyd Jones argues modern America coddles youth, turning children into lifelong adolescents. He cites parental overindulgence, suburban gadget life, and a child centered society that delays real responsibilities while exposing kids early to adult temptations. He contrasts rural and urban upbringing, urging more real work and discipline.
Water level debate at High Rock calls Utilities Commission action
A letter argues Alcoa and nearby power companies control lake levels and warns the State Utilities Commission should assert authority to stabilize High Rock and other Alcoa lakes. The author says coordinated management could boost power output while keeping water clearer and more stable, inviting public discussion with officials.
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Fragmentary Political Quote Reflects Confusion on Victory Appeal
A garbled excerpt shows a political remark debating whether a win ought to be appealed. The line mentions Romney and suggests tension over accepting a result, though many words are unreadable.
Building a Greater High Point Program Details
The Enterprise outlines plans for a city issued bond program to fund growth projects in High Point. The editor notes the administration will pay for the program through bond issuances and highlights the scope of the Eee initiative as part of city development efforts.
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Peace in Viet Nam report outlines plausible war-alternatives
The American Friends Service Committee's report argues there is little prospect for peace in Viet Nam and details the war's toll on Vietnamese peasants. Stephen Cary cites alienation, loyalties shifting between Saigon and the Viet Cong, and a demand for farmers to be left in peace. He warns reprisals and vendettas will persist beyond any peace. The piece surveys possible paths, including an international force governs Saigon and elections, but offers no simple solution.
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Thomasville Scene reports court humor and rail troubles
A Thomasville Scene column reviews a Davidson County Recorder's Court incident where a defendant challenged a speeding plea, suggesting a 65 in a 60 limit, and a judge orders hundred dollars plus costs. The piece also discusses rail-blocking delays in High Point Lexington Salisbury with trains causing crossings to be blocked for up to 30 minutes, angering residents.
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Roaming the Piedmont and travel tales from a booster
The column reflects Piedmont North Carolina pride and a Yankee visitor praising local scenery and mild climate. It notes growing Piedmont optimism, travel aids like Rand McNally's guide, and a wartime anecdote about Kentucky riding in a command car and fearing ocean travel after transport to Hawaii.
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