Greenspan's Compassion Sparks Mixed Reactions At Washington Summit
Alan Greenspan, Ford's new Council of Economic Advisers chair, urged empathy for all when inflation hurts every stratum. He cited Wall Street brokers facing lower incomes and noted brokers' seat values, while delegates mocked his outburst, revealing a divide over compassion and policy.
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Ford
Alan Greenspan
Wall Street
Council of Economic Advisers
Greenspan
Washington
New York
Richard Jenrette
Donaldson, Lufkin & Jetrette
Sutton Place
America
Helms plans budget balance bill with pay cut trigger
Senator Jesse Helms says he will introduce another budget balancing bill in Congress after five prior attempts. He notes past defeats and a close 46 to 43 vote, aiming to require a vote on the bill and to penalize lawmakers with salary reductions if the budget is not balanced.
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Sen
Jesse Helms
Congress
Washington
Helms
Wounded Knee case dismissal tests justice in U S
The Christian Science Monitor notes that Judge Fred Nichol dismissed charges against Russell Means and Dennis Banks from the Wounded Knee occupation. It warns of continuing prosecutions, criticizes FBI wiretaps and altered documents, and urges the government to uphold executive promises against illegal tactics.
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United States
Ellsberg
U.S
Fred Nichol
D.C
Russell Means
Dennis Banks
Nichol
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Clarence Kelley
FBI
Justice Department
Knee Deep In September Autumn Reflections Across Asheboro
The Asheboro Courier Tribune muses on autumn as first day of fall passes. It celebrates cool weather for walking, leaf colors, pumpkins, cider, sweaters, and the forest bounty while noting September's ahead Oktoberfests and the solace found in the Uwharrie Mountains.
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Uwharrie Mountains
Pilot School Records Open to Parents Under New Law
The federal Elementary and Secondary Education Funding Act approved by President Ford makes school records accessible to parents and guardians. State officials say districts must align policies. Parents can request corrections in their student’s file if information is wrong, highlighting privacy concerns and ACLU advocacy.
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Ford
American Civil Liberties Union
Tax Rage as Taxes Outcost Essentials of Life
Enterprise Editor Emeritus Holt McPherson critiques rising taxes in the United States noting that Americans paid 396 billion dollars in taxes last year while food, housing, and clothing costs totaled 376 billion. He argues inflation outpaces wage growth and that per capita tax burdens keep rising. The piece also mentions Henry E. Price visiting redevelopment efforts in Morehead City and a theater group planning its annual ticket sale for its fifth season.
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Walter J. Campbell
Industry Week
Redevelopment Commission
Morehead City
Washington
High Point Arts Plans and Local News Roundup
The notice details two Carousel Theatre series for kindergartners and older children with season tickets at 3.50, plus school bus transport for third graders and free admission during school time. Upcoming performances include Pinocchio and Peter and the Wolf with dates in November and April, funded by local donations. Additional items celebrate Charlie Harvell’s 25-year broadcasting career, Dr Ben R. Lacy’s commemorative sermon, Expo 74 corrections, a 104-year-old Mrs. Harralson, Senator Kennedy’s withdrawal from 1976 race, and rebuilding plans for Blowing Rock Country Club after a fire with use of Hound Ears facilities in the meantime.
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Carousel Adventure Theatre
Ferndale Junior High School
High Point
Carousel Theatre
Pippi Longstocking
Paul Revere
Connecticut Yankee
Charlie Harvell
Channel Eight
Ben R. Lacy
Rocky Mount
First Presbyterian Church
Eccles Scott
Ruby Hepler
Spokane
Portland
Oregon
Blowing Rock
Hound Ears Country Club
Blowing Rock Country Club
Mafia Witnesses Face Death Threats and Government Neglect
An ex Mafia lieutenant living under a false identity fears hit squads and reveals how Promises by prosecutors fade as he testifies. The piece recalls Joe Valachi and Eugene Ayotte, detailing isolation, betrayal, and relentless pressure from law enforcement and the underworld. A future column will cover his life in hiding.
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Washington
Justice Dept
Underworld
Joe Valachi
Valachi
Fourman
FBI
Texas
Eugene B. Ayotte
Detroit
Johnny A
Federal Building
Mafia
Terre Haute Federal Penitentiary
Avette
Letters To The Editor On The Press Role
A reader argues that true press freedom requires responsibility and urges breaking up media monopolies. They critique two Sunday articles, question reporting bias, and caution against self righteous humanism while citing Adolph and Bonita and calling for accountability under libel laws.
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Henry E. Price
Children's Carousel Theatre
Eccles
Margaret McAdams Harralson
J. H. Adams
Edward Kennedy
Chappaquiddick
Rholls
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Herr Adolph and
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