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First Rural Carrier Remembers 1890s and Moody in North Carolina
The article recalls America's first rural mail carrier starting Oct 1 1896 amid hostile reception and snowy 1898 winter. It then profiles North Carolina deputy attorney general Ralph Moody, detailing his controversial opinions on speaker bans Beatle haircuts and school stores, his career path from Cherokee mountains to UNC law, and his public service roles through the 1950s. Moody is described as caustic and witty with a long career in state government.
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University of North Carolina
Employment Security Commission
Attorney’s General Department
Luther Hodges
State Utilities Commission
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Casanova
Wade Bruton