Democrats Lose Control Of Elections In North Carolina
Since 1900 Democrats managed state and local elections in North Carolina from governor’s office to precinct registrars. After 1972 Gov Halshouser’s victory shifts majority to Republicans on the state elections board and county boards, though Guilford County retains mixed representation. In High Point and Guilford, turnover is underway with Republicans increasing registrar presence. fourteen GOP registrars in High Point Township amid mixed party lists.
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North Carolina
Guilford County
High Point
State Elections Board
James Holfhouser
Randolph County
Tisan
Guilford
Halshouser
Wolfpack claims NCAA title in national championship clash
North Carolina State triumphs over UCLA and other rivals to win the national championship. Coach Norman Sloan guides a diverse lineup led by Thompson Burleson Towe Rivers Stoddard and Spence to outplay the Bruins and capture the crown. The victory cements NC State as the team to beat and sparks regional pride across North Carolina.
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North Carolina
North Carolina State Wolfpack
Wolfpack
Angelenos
Marquette
Norman Sloan
Thompson
Burleson
Towe
Rivers
Stoddard
Spence
UCLA
Bill Walton
Spring Trappers On Prowl And How To Avoid Them
In spring cheaters surge as people seek bargains. Do not buy from unknown callers. Verify authenticity by contacting police, the better business bureau, or chambers of commerce. Prefer established local companies and ask questions before signing. Use common sense to avoid being swindled.
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Chambers of Commerce
Plea Bargaining in High Profile Criminal Cases Analyzed
The discussion covers how plea bargaining targets minor defendants to reach higher ups in cases like Agnew and Watergate. It notes prosecutors seek immunity or light sentences for lower figures to uncover broader evidence, while defenders warn of reduced public access to full facts and transparency.
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Donald J. Newman
Newman
Spiro T. Agnew
Agnew
Watergate Special Prosecutor’s Office
Egil Krogh Jr
Herbert W. Kalmbach
Nixon
Jeb Stuart Magruder
John W. Dean III
White House
Krogh
Kalmbach
Magruder
Dean
James Earl Ray
Martin Luther King
Dr. King
Ray
Edward M. Kennedy
Kennedy
Justice Department
Watergate
Impeachment Debate Eclipses Real National Problems
The piece criticizes the impeachment stalemate between President Nixon and Congress. It warns against endless delays and exaggerations while urging decisive action. It argues impeachment is a political remedy for political sins and calls for moving to trial or indictment to settle the issue.
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Nixon
Congress
Wilbur Mills
House Judiciary Committee
Judiciary Committee
California
House
House Committee
Senate
Washington Merry-Go-Round Children TV Abuse Report Quashed
An FCC study proposing major reforms to children’s TV was shelved by officials and replaced allies of broadcasters. It urged fewer ads and more child-friendly programming, with stricter limits on commercials. Key figures include Dean Burch Elizabeth Roberts Rex Lee Nick Johnson Richard Wiley and others. The piece contrasts regulatory pushback with ongoing support for broadcasting interests and notes related Eisenhower College funding troubles.
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Washington
Federal Communications Commission
Commission
FCC
Dean Burch
Elizabeth Roberts
White House
Roberts
Burch
Nick Johnson
Rex Lee
Wiley
Disenchanted With Credit Cards
Disenchanted letter writer attacks credit cards as a racket and urges a boycott to force change. He cites Exxon Gulf Oil experiences, notes 18 percent annual carrying charges, and recalls Nixon remarks without action. The author, E V Oakey Mitchell of 1015 Barbee Drive, advocates boycotting credit card practices.
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Gulf
E. V
OAKEY
Mitchell 1015
Barbee Drive
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Joe Brown
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St. Louis
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Barnum
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Pentagon
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John Rosenkrans
Seneca Falls
N.Y
John Mitchell
Maurice Stans
Exxon
Exxon Oil
Gulf Oil
NEA
Joe
Harry
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