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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1977
Page
4
An editorial argues issuing bonds for an $8 million filtration plant is preferable to a tax rate hike or prolonged debt. It warns delaying the project would raise costs and harm taxpayers, urging voters to approve the measure on November 8.
Davidson County Sheriff issued warrants for two Greensboro TV reporters who bought fireworks illegally to expose a store selling them. The piece argues reporters must keep sources confidential and warns against journalists acting as law enforcers while acknowledging the reporters’ role in uncovering wrongdoing.
The Anglican Church of Uganda marked its 100th anniversary on Namirembe Hill Compala with Archbishop Janani Luwum leading ceremonies and a wreath laid on Bishop James Hannington’s grave by the chief’s great grandchild. The piece also answers readers’ religious questions about Mormon polygamy Jewish sunsets Salvation Army sacraments and a bible proverb with Editor Dr Adams inviting signed queries.
A community note explains Halloween shifting toward constructive celebrations with fewer tricks and more charitable acts, while traditional customs like masquerading and jack o lanterns are highlighted alongside costumes business and bobbing for apples. Jack Rives retires to join his two sons in a new enterprise, with a reception planned at the Woman's Club. Autumn countryside grows more colorful, inviting rides and brief time for appreciation before winter arrives. Eastern Standard Time returned with an extra hour of sleep, and local notices include Maryfield committee meetings and Jaycees boat race plans. International updates mention Los Angeles set to host the 1984 Summer Games as Switzerland l particular beauty this fall. Lions districts plan their annual meeting in High Point to launch events.
Nov 18 evening events include registration chaired by Raymond Bottoms and a weekly Families Anonymous meeting at Crestwood Presbyterian Church to assist relatives concerned about drugs truancy running away hostility or low self esteem.
Justice Department hints enough evidence exists to indict former Representative Otto Passman in the Korean payoff scandal yet prosecutors hesitate to charge the aging, ailing congressman out of compassion. Born to tenant farmers, his early hardship shaped a habit of caution with money and a penchant for barter on junkets and jewelry purchases.
The piece recalls former congressman Passman admitting undeclared jewelry after a Hong Kong trip, Nixon Mitchell notes in the Watergate saga, Exxon and Horchow Xmas card clash over XXmas branding, and a correction about Econo Car’s Westinghouse link.
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