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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1976
Page
4
A compact contemplation rounds scripture and a quotation from Otto von Bismarck. It pairs Hebrews verses on human dignity with a note on great men defined by generosity in design humanity in execution and moderation in success.
The North Carolina Attorney General Rufus Edmisten uses gag orders amid a Virginia trooper’s death and a hostage incident near Interstate 85. Sen. Sam Ervin criticizes secrecy, arguing for full disclosure and press freedom while the public remains uncertain about who fired first and what autopsy shows.
A pamphlet titled Building Barricades North Carolina Grows on Tobacco argues tobacco drives the state economy. It cites 1975 totals of over 1.3 billion flowing through commerce, per acre revenue for flue-cured tobacco and high wages in cigarette manufacturing. Veterans warn chances to raise taxes remain slim but the issue grows with the General Assembly calendar.
City Manager Cy Brook seeks to end Civil Service and partisan government arguing overstaffing and waste. He cites 35 unused cars, payroll growth outpacing population, and by passed qualified workers as reasons for reform while praising Civil Service in the Fire Department.
The article reviews rising dental costs and the case for water fluoridation endorsed by major health groups while noting widespread public resistance. It cites Utah's 1975 anti fluoridation vote and historical Cincinnati defeats, highlighting fears of medical overreach and political manipulation.
President elect Carter faces a vast civilian bureaucracy and thousands of advisory committees. Senator Leahy’s report cites dormant panels and costly, duplicative work. It notes misuse of the Freedom of Information Act to limit oversight and highlights costs and conflicts of interest across Defense and Agriculture panels.
A High Point reader criticizes the city school system for uneven band uniforms, praising Griffin Junior High and other bands in matching attire while urging transparency from the School Board. The writer, active in Band Boosters, asks citizens what actions can be taken to ensure uniforms for next year.
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