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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1976
Page
4
An encouraging proverb urges listening to wise words to extend life and walk a straight path. The excerpt adds Samuel Butler’s view that life resembles music, shaped by ear and instinct rather than rigid rules.
The piece responds to a wave of harassment and vandalism in High Point, urging calm, accountability, and community action. It condemns vigilante retaliation, defends school administration, and calls for stronger PTA parent involvement to guide child discipline while urging forgiveness and reduced hate.
Political scientists warn that rising nonvoting may blunt the 1976 presidential election even as parties push registration drives. Carter cites time and citizen participation issues, while studies show most nonvoters cite psychological reasons. Debates over a national registration bill and the impact of turnout on mandates are noted, with commentators stressing accountability for those who do not vote.
Washington Star Syndicate correspondent writes after a long campaign, noting flaws in Ford and Carter debates, media saturation, and public fatigue. He recalls friends and rivals like Reagan and Bentsen, argues the core foreign and domestic issues remain unclear, and asserts faith in the Republic enduring whatever the election outcome.
A reader denounces The Enterprise reporting on alleged harassment of the Armstrong and Shaner families by teens. The letter criticizes law enforcement, urges public pressure, questions investigative balance, and insists on due process before condemning individuals. The writer asks name withholding for safety concerns.
A letter voices concern about moving garbage delivery to streets by homeowners. It cites senior citizens unable to wheel sixty-gallon cans, street appearance, weekly pickups, odor, and scattered trash. It compares unfavorably with Greensboro collection methods.
The article argues Washington may take a new look at the 538 electors system after the election. It notes possible reforms if Ford or Carter wins and explains how the House and Senate would decide the presidency if no majority is reached, with implications for energy, economy, and governance.
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