First In Foolishness At UNC Gatoring Riles Campus
The Raleigh Times reports UNC students at Chapel Hill engage in a fad called gatoring at McCauley’s Bar owned by ex UNC star. Five youths collapse on the floor while others pour beer on them, aligned with Johnny B Goode on the jukebox. Critics call it not only foolish but wasteful of drinks and clothes.
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University of North Carolina
Harvard
South
Chapel Hill
McCauley's
UNC
Baltimore Colts
Boone Hahin
Johnny B. Goode
Mahin
Esquire
Carolina
Cbs-Tv News
McCauley’s
Carolina Gators
Thomasville
Fluorocarbons Under Review by FDA Amid Public Skepticism
An Amarillo Daily News column questions the FDA inquiry into fluorocarbons in aerosol cans. It notes past scares over cyclamates and DDT, argues against environmental alarm, and suggests some firms already shift to non fluorocarbon dispensers as regulators consider action under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act.
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Food and Drug Administration
FDI
FDA
River Study should cover whole Yadkin to resolve use
The Winston-Salem Sentinel urges the W C Environmental Management Commission to conduct a thorough study of the entire upper and lower Yadkin River. The piece argues against limiting the study to a segment, cites interbasin transfer and dam plans, and calls for careful coordination of industrial uses, water quality, and recreational needs before any rushed conclusions. The goal is to determine the best uses for all who live and work along the Yadkin's banks, not advance Duke Power or any single party.
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Yadkin College
South Carolina Line
Yadkin
Cape Fear
Greensboro
High Rock Lake
Yadkin Lakes
Yadkin Basin
Duke Power Co
Yadkin’s
Gap In The Law On Drinking Drivers Needs Expansion
The Durham Morning Herald argues for stronger implied consent rules to require Breathalyzer testing in fatal highway crashes. It notes low testing rates of surviving drivers in 1972 air and pedestrian-related deaths, suggesting broader testing would reveal the true danger of alcohol and driving and improve safety.
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North Carolina
State Medical Examiner's Office
Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas aims to exceed prior boost
Shriner officials forecast another strong contribution to the Greenville Unit Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children from the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas. North and South Carolina high school stars clash on December 13 with High Point's Andrews High Band among ten NC marching bands. Potentate James M. Gardo of Greenville challenges all Temples to pool funds, aiming for a $375,060 boost.
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Charlotte
Carolinas
North
South Carolina
Greenville
Shriners Hospital For
Shriners
America
High Point
Andrews High School
North Carolina
Children’s Hospital
James M. Gardo
Amran
Raleigh
Charlotte Growth and Change Spark Debate Over Future
In a 1975 reflection on Charlotte, editors note Shrine Bowl ties and civic pride amid rapid growth. They cite high bank resources, median incomes, and ongoing concerns about traffic, sprawl, and planning. The piece surveys business influence on politics, potential government consolidation, and hopes for better transit, schools, and regional services. Frank Sinatra's quip about My Way closes the column.
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John M. Belk
Charlotte
Chamber of Commerce
Atlanta
Carolinas
Mecklenburgh
Hornets
Press Role In Archdale Thomasville Vote Against ABC Stores
A citizen praises Archdale and Thomasville for voting no to ABC stores and urges readers to oppose such outlets. The letter urges prayer for leaders to fund city growth without harming others and argues newspapers should serve the public by respecting majority will against alcohol expansion. The author contends ABC stores increase drinking, domestic issues, and harm brain health, urging other cities to resist and seek sobriety.
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Archdale
Thomasville
ABC
U.S
Thomasville ABC vote sparks moral fury and editorial clash
A century old complaint against liquor surfaces in a Thomasville ABC referendum debate. Mayor Johnson commentary and editorials provoke a heated, moralistic exchange on alcohol's societal harms and voter engagement. The piece contrasts alleged blitzkrieg campaigning with criticisms of liquor traffic and political integrity.
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Thomasville
ABC
Jim Johnson
Johnson
Support for Elmore: North Davidson Junior High Leader Praised
A letter of support lauds C Doug Elmore who served as principal from NDJH’s opening in 1967 until 1975. Signatories praise his hard work under harsh start conditions, his role in establishing the period school day, and his drive to build the best curriculum, faculty, athletics, band, and cafeteria.
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Doug Elmore
North Davidson Junior High
Elmore
All Davidson Co. Jr
Student complaints about high long distance rates
A college student far from home laments expensive telephone calls, noting three minute limits and repeated deposits. He asks for student rates so he can hear family voices more often while studying in the mountains.
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