Thomasville Mayoral Recount Request Stirs Election Board
Incumbent Walter W. Rapp and Ward Four candidate John Carter called for a recount of the city election ballots this morning. Election Board Chairman Henry Holton said a formal written request listing irregularities is required before any recount can proceed. Mayor-elect Carl Wilson, who led by 12 votes, did not issue a statement pending concession from Rapp.
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Roy Proctor
Proctor
Carl Wilson
Walter Rapp
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Scott Says Money Not Only Factor In Race
Raleigh report cites former Gov Scott saying money is essential but not only factor in deciding to run for U S Senate against Willis Smith. He notes campaign work, 34 years in public life, and family opposition as reasons against a bid despite talks of $100000 for headquarters.
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Democrats sweep city election as Covington wins mayoralty
Only 5450 voters turned out as Democrat George Covington defeated Republican Robert Davis to claim the mayoralty by about 600 votes. Democrats also won eight council seats with strong showings in Ward 1 and Ward 4, while GOP results lagged behind.
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Montgomery
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Joe Blair
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Allen D. Tate
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Durham
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William M. Hampton
Greensboro
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Proave Boyd Morris
Herman Taylor
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W.E. Debnam
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Baptists Open Convention In Houston
Southern Baptists opened their 96th convention in Houston with Dr. J D Grey warning of conflicting forces including non denominationalism and urging unity. A major agenda item was a record 8 750 000 budget and stronger support for Home and Foreign Mission Boards. Grey cited social issues and noted 2 600 churches gave nothing to foreign missions while urging dedication to mission work.
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Eisenhower Aides Favor Private Power Over Public Development
Washington reports the McKay Interior Department will back private hydroelectric power development where feasible while respecting natural resource policies. The move shifts from federal Hell’s Canyon plans, with mixed reactions from senators and critics who warn of monopolies and call for a public option.
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Groundbreaking Set for $30,000 Presbyterian Home Addition
Greensboro leader announces next Wednesday ceremony to start a four story, partly basement addition to the Presbyterian Home near High Point. W H Sullivan Sr of Greensboro chairs the trustees meeting and Dr Harold Dudley of Raleigh will attend the simple ceremony as a principal participant in the event.
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Two American ships save hundreds from British steamer collision
In a predawn crash off Harwich England the Duke of York and the Haiti Victory collided near Galloper lightship. The Haiti Victory ferried 91 survivors to Dover while the Duke of York, with 437 passengers aboard, listed badly and remained crewed by 15. Four were seriously injured. The Haiti Victory then carried most passengers to safety as efforts continued to save the Duke of York ashore.
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Tidelands Bill Clears Senate Watch for House Action
The Senate approved the tidal lands bill 56 to 35, aiming to grant states title to offshore submerged lands. House action likely tomorrow after memorial services, with President Eisenhower expected to sign. The measure faces debate over potential federal ownership limits and offshore oil value estimates. California Texas and Louisiana are key offshore holders.
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Laos Invasion May Be Taken Into U N
Secretary of State Dulles said the United States is consulting allies for possible United Nations action over the Communist led invasion of Laos. He noted involvement of France Thailand and Indochina states and warned that expansion could threaten Burma Indonesia and Japan. Talks with Thai officials about expanding arms aid were also reported.
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North Carolina Cities Vote in Local Elections Amid Small Mandate Shifts
Across North Carolina, local elections produced few partisan contests with Democrats ahead overall. Several towns approved bonds for water and sewage projects, while some Negro candidates were defeated and others, like Durham, gained Negro representation. Major races included Mt Holly banning Sunday movies and Fayetteville shifting mayoral selection to popular vote.
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Roscoe Poteet
Britton Moore
Hendersonville
Caudle Claims Rival Manipulated Mail Fraud Charges
T Lamar Caudle, former Justice official, told House investigators a Kansas bond dealer case in 1944 was prompted by maneuvers of a business rival. He said the Du Pont and Ball interests influenced government agents, but that did not affect his push to drop indictments in 1946 after talks with Crummer's lawyers. The judiciary subcommittee probes the case as part of Justice Department oversight.
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UN reports no progress in Korean armistice talks
At Panmunjom a U N truce negotiator said zero progress has been made toward a Korean armistice after North Korea rejected a plan to free 32 000 prisoners who refuse to go home The disagreement centers on how to handle 100 000 prisoners and the remaining 52 600 who oppose returning to communist rule
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Communists Threaten Thai Border as Mekong Tensions Rise
From Hanoi a Vietminh advance narrows to 25 miles of Thailand near Pakse and Vientiane as French paratroopers brace for action. American Flying Boxcars arrive. Laos fortifies border defenses while Thai evacuees flee suspected pro communist colonies along the Mekong.
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Textile agency awards Cannon Mills poplin contract
The Armed Services Textile and Apparel Procurement Agency announces a 2,038,695 dollar contract to Cannon Mills Co of Kannapolis North Carolina for 3,531,429 square yards of poplin. Salisbury hosts a three day North Carolina Lutheran Synod meeting marking its 150th anniversary with Dr J L Morgan giving an historical address at St Johns Church. The Synod first met there in 1803. Rev J Wilford Lyerly elected Synodical secretary in morning session. A morning report shows North Carolina Lutheran membership at 131,670.
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Armed Services Textile and Apparel Procurement Agency Today
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Kannapolis
N. C
Poplin
Salisbury
North Carolina Lutheran Synod
J. L. Morgan
St. Johns Church
J. Wilford Lyerly
Messiah Lutheran
North Carolina
Episcopal Diocese Convention Opens in Asheville
The 31st annual convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina opens in Asheville with Bishop Matthew George Henry delivering a report. Chaplain Edward M. Mize of Washington, D. C. is scheduled to speak tonight as officers are named and a budget adopted tomorrow. A $100,000 capital fund drive for missions and an operating budget around $50,000 are to be considered.
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Episcopal Diocese of
Western North Carolina
Matthew George Henry
Edward M. Mize
Washington, D. C
Weather figures show mild temps with slight variance
The forecast lists a low of 62 tonight and a high of 896 tomorrow. Today’s high is 82 with a low of 62 last night. Sunset is at 7:11 p.m. tonight and sunrise tomorrow is 5:22 a.m.
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