Suitor's father on trial in Raleigh flogging case
James Robert Dickens testified in Wake Superior Court about a April 2 flogging in Johnston County linked to Earl Puryear and four masked men who debated killing or castration. Dickens said he was lured because he dated Puryear's 17 year old daughter Tommie. The defense challenged his credibility, citing alleged intoxication and hallucinations.
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Wake Superior Court
Earl B. Puryear
Johnston County
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Puryear
Tommie
Tommie Puryear
Carter's North Carolina Campaign Unclear
RALEIGH UP An aide for former governor Carter plans to enter the North Carolina presidential primary but the extent of his campaign effort in the state remains undetermined. If he enters the Carolina primary the outcome could affect the contest, said Betty Rainwater deputy secretary in Carter's AI headquarters.
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la Govly
North Carolina
Carolina
Wilek
Carter
Betty Rainwater
New York City Aid Talks Grow With NYC Finance Plan
Washington officials hint Ford may reappraise opposition if New York City tightens finances. Nelson Rockefeller says city actions could change the stance. Felix Rohatyn notes progress after talks with William Simon and Arthur Burns. New York Gov Carey pursues a plan with higher taxes and federal bank aid.
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Arthur Burns
New York City
Nelson A. Rockefeller
Ford
New York State
Rockefeller
Austin
Tex
Felix Rohatyn
Municipal Asistance Corp
Treasury
William E. Simon
Burns
Simon
New York
Hugh Carey
North Myrtle Beach Police Chief Faces Firing Pressure
Police Chief Merlin Bellamy says Mayor, council and city manager aim to fire him as 200 residents march on city hall after reports the council considered dismissal. Lt. Sendler notes officers threaten to walk out. Mayor Floyd calls it a power play amid a city government reorganization placing the manager above the chief.
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Merlin Bellamy
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City Hall
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J. Brian Floyd
Floyd
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Myrtle Beach
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