Journalist’s duty to country, not government
A quoted maxim from Vermont Royster underscores a journalist’s obligation to the nation. It asserts that a journalist owes allegiance to national interests rather than to governing authorities, balancing criticism with duty.
Rooks Surges Integrity In Pamlico County Race
In Pamlico County District 4, challenger Chris Rooks disavowed two absentee ballots and revealed an unaccounted vote, preserving a 261-261 tie risk. His forthright stance, alongside opponent Carl Ollison, spotlighted honesty over politics amid racial tensions and a planned cross- support committee.
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Pamlico County
Chris Rooks
Clinton pushes trade momentum with GATT Summit and Asia visit
President Clinton advances a three-pronged trade push centered on the GATT accord, the Summit of the Americas in Miami, and an Asia-Pacific meeting. Supporters praise the momentum toward lower barriers and job creation, while noting differences in readiness among regions and the likelihood of an Asian NAFTA-like outcome.
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Clinton
Miami
United States
Americas
Mexico
Canada
Chile
Western Hemisphere
Asia-Pacific
Indonesia
Painting it black and white fear of black criminals fuels hoaxes
Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Claude Lewis reviews the Susan Vaughn Smith case in Union South Carolina, noting a pattern of white defendants using race to shield crime while challenging the belief that blacks commit most violence. Smith admitted the kidnapping claim was a hoax, exposing biases and media illusions.
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S.C
Michael
Alex
Philadelphia
Tanya Dack
Dack
Camden
Sam Asbell
Charles Stuart
Boston
Carol
Stuart
America
Ellis Case
FBI
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Tla
Sheriff’ S Department
Smith
Africa
Claude Lewis
The
Philadelphia Inquirer
After GOP takes NC House battle lines form for 1995
Paul O Connor cautions that GOP control of the North Carolina House signals sweeping policy shifts in 1995. He discusses potential tax cuts, a possible veto by Gov. Jim Hunt, and the contentious lottery fate. He weighs term limits and party promises amid budget and retiree tax questions.
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N.C. House of Representatives
Jim Hunt
General Assembly
Senate
GOP
Paul O'Connor
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Neuse River focus post election on township 7 sewer issues
Community urges lifting Township 7 sewer moratorium and upgrading discharge practices. Neuse River Foundation opposes new pipelines and advocates alternative waste water treatment, stressing river health and basin stewardship led by newly elected commissioners.
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Neuse River
Township 7
Trent River
Neuse River Foundation
Board of Commissioners
Neuse
New Bern’s Rare Charm Shines On A Tidy Waterfront
A visitor recounts two months aboard a yacht bound for Europe and extols New Bern’s people. They praise local hairdressers inviting outings to Raleigh, Trent River Coffee Co. generosity, free art lessons, baked treats, and a generous jeweler who lends a gold bracelet to marina guests, with garden tomatoes and warm hospitality shaping the experience.
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New Bern
Europe
Raleigh
Marina
Trent River Coffee Co
Shoppers Missing Payment at New Bern Store
Campsites Inc of Williamsburg Virginia reports a late after hours incident in New Bern where a brass fire screen and a basket were bought but a filled check was not handed over. The store requests the customer who bought the items contact them to settle the payment.
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New Bern
Campsites Inc
Williamsburg
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