Gordon Gray Faces Criticism Over University Exit
Reports in Washington and Raleigh say Gordon Gray has resigned as president of the Greater University of North Carolina. Trustees who delayed action July 10 plan to decide November 14 as they weigh his departure while noting acting president Dr. J Harris Parks has performed capably and deserves consideration as successor.
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Washington
Raleigh
University of North Carolina
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North Carolina
J. Harris Parks
Parks
University
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Weep On The Spot Nixon As Vice President Expands Power
Nixon as vice president gains responsibility as Eisenhower sits out likely until 1956. The piece argues the vice presidency depends on the individual, citing past holders and noting selection on a ticket can prove crucial. Truman notes opportunities are seized rather than offered. The author asserts the office rises with the man who wields it.
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North Carolina
Harry S. Truman
Williamsburg to honor Sir Winston Churchill with inaugural award
The Williamsburg award announces Sir Winston Churchill as the first recipient honoring liberty and justice. The $10,000 prize and symbolic bell will be presented at a London ceremony likely in December, recognizing his wartime leadership and influence on world events.
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Winston Churchill
Free World
Churchill
London
Williamsburg
America
Sir Winston
What's Right Emphasized Over Complaints Across Texas
A Plainview column contrasts widespread grievance with a retired preacher's memory of a noble mother in Comanche Brownwood country. The piece urges focusing on right deeds and enduring goodness rather than dwelling on what is wrong.
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Comanche
Brownwood
Ness
High Point Enterprise Staff and Officers Listed
The High Point Enterprise lists key personnel including President D A Rawley, Secretary-Treasurer Mrs R B Terry, and Advertising Director V W Idol, with Ho yt McPherson and W Patterson Jr among other officials at IXC 305 307 North Main Street High Point NC.
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North Main Street
High Point, N. C
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R. B. Terry
Hoyt McPherson
Sesitor
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V. W. Idol
Charles B. Loflin
High Point Enterprise Carrier Terms Notice
Public notice outlines that the High Point Enterprise distributes through independent contractors and disclaims responsibility for advance payments. It notes publication frequency, AP content rights, and offers contact for home delivery rates and advertising representation.
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High Point Enterprise, Inc
Unconstitutional Talk of Nepotism In Eisenhower Era Debates
George Sokolsky argues against talk of an acting president or regency under the Constitution. He emphasizes clear duties for President and Vice President, warns of illegality in any assumed power, and notes potential succession if Eisenhower resigns or remains ill. He targets Stassen, Knowland, Nixon, and Milton Eisenhower as opposed to lawful succession.
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Sherman Adams
United States
Washington
Harold Stassen
Richard Nixon
Stassen
Woodrow Wilson
Wilson
White House
William Knowland
Knowland
California
Milton Eisenhower
Congress
Republican Party
Milton
Humphrey
GOP
Sex linked chicks eyed as potential North Carolina poultry boost
The North Carolina poultry industry surpassed 100 million dollars in gross income last year. At the State Board of Agriculture fall meeting, Atwell Alexander sworn in as member described a new sex linked hybrid that distinguishes roosters from pullets at one day old. Board discussed voluntary inspection regulations and the broader hurricane impact on farms, crops, and livestock losses from spoiled feed.
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North Carolina
State Board of Agriculture
Atwell Alexander
Stony Point
Alexander
Dust dries soil hindering pasture seed germination near capitol area
George Kittrell of Carnpeake reports surface dust from drying after recent rainfall left pastures with seeds failing to germinate. Sun and wind dried the surface soil before horse drawn and motor equipment could work in due to soft sub soil. Eastern sections received heavy rains while piedmont faced drought, highlighting regional contrasts reported to the board of agriculture.
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George Kittrell
Carnpeake
Piedmont
Board of Agriculture
New Bern
Washington
Water shortages and proposed catastrophe insurance debate
Statesville and nearby towns faced definite water shortages as discussions explored options. A board suggested relocation to higher ground, while others noted the region lacks water for current residents. The group urged disaster insurance from government if private firms cannot provide it. The issue touched on precedent and whether public action should expand during natural disasters.
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B. Slagle
Macon County
God's
Claude Hall
Roxboro
Charles Phillips
Thomasville
State Highway Commission
Board of Education
Sat
Hodges
North Carolina
Eisenhower 1956 Run Still Open Says White House Team
Eisenhower aides and Republican leaders in Washington have not given up the possibility of a second term. They cite health uncertainties, medical bulletins, and the President’s evolving recovery as factors shaping a potential re election bid. The final decision will rest with Eisenhower, with Vice President Nixon as a possible running mate, though many insiders view such talk as wishful thinking.
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Richard M. Nixon
Washington
Eisenhower
White House
Martin van Buren
Andrew Johnson
Abraham Lincoln
Republican National Committee
Sinclair Weeks
Sherman Adams
James Hagerty
Denver
Nixon
Hiesenhower
al Eisenhower
Republican Party
Budget talk, Sphinx note, sorghum lore in paper
The page blends U S budget optimism and SovietN debate with a note from the U N. It includes a sorghum boiler anecdote from John Parris at Barker's Creek and light urban humor about hotels fire safety tips. A libel anecdote closes the column with a funeral reference.
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John Parris
Asheville
Riaa
Mountain Music
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