Wallace Seen Rejecting VP Bid at DNC
Montgomery AP reports top Wallace aides say Governor George C. Wallace will not accept the Democratic vice presidential nomination. He seeks leverage at the Miami Beach convention through platform influence or pledges, with a risk delegates may revolt. If disrespected he may bolt as a third-party candidate.
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North Carolina and South Carolina Weather Outlook
Pleasant conditions dominate the Carolinas with mostly sunny skies and highs in the 70s to 80s. Cool nights in the 40s to 50s in SC and 50s to 60s in NC. no rain through Saturday. Extended outlook shows a chance of showers early next week as a westward high moves slowly east.
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North Carolina Lake Levels Reported
Lake levels across North Carolina reported in feet above or below normal full pool. James 5.1, Rhodiss 1.5, Hickory -1.9, Lookout 1.3, Norman -1.8, Mountain I) and 44 Wylie -2.9, Badin 1.7, High Rock 3.7.
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Gardner Attacks Democrats in North Carolina Gubernatorial Race
Republican Jim Gardner closed his GOP gubernatorial bid with a sharp attack on two Democratic rivals and a veiled charge that elections in past years were manipulated. He cited polling place registration books and said counties lack honesty until records are audited. State party leader Frank Rouse echoed calls to verify vote counts.
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Income Up But State Slips in Standings
North Carolina residents earned on average 179 dollars more in 1971, raising per capita income to 3387 dollars from 3208 in 1970. The 5.6 percent rise matched Florida, yet both states fell in national rankings as the Southeast's growth lagged. Total personal income reached 174 billion dollars, up 6.7 percent, with NC ranking 15th in total income.
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Wallace Wins Tennessee Primary In Low Turnout
Alabama governor George C. Wallace captured 68 percent of Tennessee's vote and 49 delegates in his first major win outside the Deep South. Humphrey finished second with 16 percent, McGovern third at 7 percent, and Chisholm fourth with 4 percent amid a statewide turnout noted for apathy. A separate referendum approved an 80 percent margin to prohibit busing in desegregation.
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