Douglas ends unique Supreme Court career with resignation
Washington AP reports William C. Douglas retires from the Supreme Court for health reasons. Chief Justice Burger calls his tenure unequaled, spanning five chief justices and a 37 year service, while colleagues laud his intellect and independence. Cathleen Douglas notes personal relief from constant illness. President Ford and Justice Stewart also praise his legacy. Senators Kennedy and McIntyre commend his civil liberties record and dedication to equal justice.
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Southern Conservative Appointment Favored
PINEHURST AP Gov dim Holshouser Ford campaign chair said a southern conservative to the Supreme Court would help, noting philosophy matters more than geography. He has no immediate nominees but expects ideas when Ford visits North Carolina. Florida Gov Askew agreed with Douglas’s long career and offered no nomination suggestions.
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Windy Cold With Freeze Likely North and South Carolina
North Carolina and South Carolina forecast wind and cold nights with freezes inland. Snow flurries noted in northern mountains tonight through Friday. Highs in the 30s to 50s with a warming trend by Sunday. Winds northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts, 10 percent rain chance into Friday.
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Abducted GM executive son released after ransom paid
Timothy Stempel, 10 or 11, son of GM engineer Robert C. Stempel, was freed 55 hours after being kidnapped outside a Bloomfield Hills home. Police say a $150,000 ransom was paid, and the boy walked into Wayne County Medical Center fatigued but alert shortly after 11 p.m. Wednesday.
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Medicaid Praised By North Carolina Officials
Medicaid program praised as North Carolina reports private contractor handling claims improved services and cut costs. Officials say 30 day claim processing and 19 day average payment, with $4 million in cost avoidance so far under the 3400 rmillee contract effective 120 days.
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Coble Plans To Enter 76 Governor Race In NC
Raleigh AP says J Howard Coble revenue secretary plans to run for governor in 1976 but will wait for assurances of funding. He appointed Greensboro accountant William Knight as treasurer, expects to decide fundraising needs this week, and will keep his revenue post if campaigning does not interfere.
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