Miss N C Pageant Set for July 1960 In Charlotte
Dixie Cox of Columbus County competes for a $3400 prize fund, the largest in pageant history, with three judges across talent, evening gown and swimwear. Reigning Miss America Linda Meade attends along with Judy Klipfel. 70 contestants, winner to later compete nationally in Amelia Pacific pageant.
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Carolline
Columbus County
Charlotte
Dixie Cox
Columbus
Fis
Linda Meade
Missippi
Dixie
Dewey Cox
Tabor City
Chi Ber of
Commerce
North
Lina
Amelia Paneunt
Atlantic
Mediterranean Reunion Delighted Brothers Meet At Sea
Ben Fowler wrote his parents about a seaside reunion with his brother Neil aboard the Valley Forge. The two ships were alongside for six hours as Neil’s high cross brought the brothers together. Neil, in the Navy three years, and Ben, 23, plan a six day meeting in August in Italy with their parents’ sons, Mr. and Mrs. Worth Fowler.
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Mediterranehn
Ben Fowler Casuall
Fowler
Neil
Valley Forge
Valley
Neil Fowler
Italy
Bion
Worth Fowler
College notee and social roundup in local column
Miss Linda Sue Cox returned home after a two week stay in Atlanta and Columbus with relatives She attended the Air Force Academy Ball at Fort Benning in Columbus Students Jane Smith and Joe Garrod from UNC were home for the weekend.
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AIR Force
Jane Smith
Joe Garrod
UNC
Harrelson Family Welcomes Jacksonville Visitors
Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Harrelson host her father and step-mother Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Bennett of Jacksonville Florida this month. They plan to drive this weekend to Newport News Virginia to visit Lamette Williamson and then stop at Morehead City on the way to Vinters. Leray Boy well.
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J. C. Harrelson
C. C. Bennett
Jacksonville
Fla
Harrel‘s
Newport News
Lamette Williamson
Murehead City
Vinters
Leray Boy
Hughes Guests Viewers and Family in Motor City Welcome
Detroit Michigan hosts a holiday gathering with Mr and Mrs Jimmy Pleasants and family visiting from Wheeling Virginia Mrs Victor Spivey of London and their granddaughter June visiting Columbia Also Hughes guests Meant Walker Spivr of Williretm and Hagley Meanie Mrs Carlisle attend the viewing.
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MTS Ak
Hagley
Carlisle Hughie Detroit
Mich
Jimmy Pleasants
Fam
Vheiling
Walker Spivr
Williretm
Victor Spivey
Lot
Columbia
Merchants and Visitation at City Meeting
The city convenes to discuss a merchants visitation plan and public concerns about fares. Community voices urge accountability and traceable actions to address past issues while outlining steps for future compliance and safety.
Assistant County Agent Betsy Welds's Appointment Noted
The county announces the appointment of Betsy Welds as Assistant Home Agent and Miss Dubnenn as Miss Dubnenn to fill the position. Welds, a graduate with a Bachelor degree, will retire July 15 and transfer duties to ensure a smooth transition.
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Betsy Weldsbury
Weldon
Swing Club Schedule Change For Adults and Members
A notice states the Counts Club will open this week for a limited time with hours until 9 p.m. and will shift Thursday nights to adult and member use only. The facility will also offer separate times for younger members and adult members on specified evenings.
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Tie Sie
Ue Hee
TAB Celebrate 6th Anniversary Radio Event
WPAB marks its sixth anniversary with a Saturday air show attended by Coumbar Countians. WLAB vice president Troy McPherson praises the turnout as a milestone in community broadcasting. The station opened with 1000 watts, later boosting to 5000 watts. officials include Raymond Mallard, John Ward, and Keamer.
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WPAB
Coumbar Countians
Raymond Mallard
Anator
How
John
Bo Ward
Peavent
Tabor
Broadcasino Corporation
Tae Sation
Corporation
Mr. McPherson
Keamer
Fisherman Reels In 16 Pound Bream at Local Pond
In a Monday report from Siegstadt's pond, bream weighing a total of 16 pounds were caught between six and noon. The pond is owned by Benton, with Mrs vint visiting daily, describing the fishing as good aside from rivers swollen by recent rains.
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Mae
Siehstd
Benton's Rinely
New Cannery Plans Opening Friday With Trial Runs
The report from USDA Agricultural Marketing Service notes strong demand for cigarette tobacco and most cigar tobaccos for the coming season. Cigarette consumption is expected to hit a new high in 1960 with continued increases anticipated. Cigar and cigarillo use is projected to rise for 1960, likely exceeding all years except a few in the early 1920s.
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USDA
Primary Loser Dec Fowler Brushes Off Predictions
Local cafe owner bets on a loss with a wager that Dr Beverly Luke will beat Terry Sanford in the primary. Fowler promises a walk or ride if he is wrong, while a motorcade supports Sanford in a seven mile trek from Loris to Tabor City. A new Tabor City Foods canning plant will open Friday using 125 workers for peaches beans potatoes and yams.
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Tabor City
Spartanburg
Dec Fowler
Loris
Beverly Luke
Terry Sanford Fowler
Bud Engi
Buck
Fowler
Mar
Lake
Sanford
Tabor
Tabor City Foods, Inc
Jimmy Garrell
Arthur Cartrette
Low
Corbett Canoning Company
Martinsdale Foods
Williamston
Weldon
Columbus
Horry
Tabor City Foods
Jarrell Sales Co
Troy He Snibb and Sons
Wray Thompson Hosts Lewiston Guest in New York visit
Wray Thompson entertained as holiday guests Len Oudette of Lewiston Maine now living in New York City. They stayed with his parents Mr and Mrs Arthur Thompson. Chadbourn helped cut bitterness from coffee with a pinch of salt to suit taste.
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W York
Wray Thompson
Len Oudette
Lewiston
Maine
New York City
Arthur Thompson
Chadbourn
$120,000 Hospital Bonds To Be Sold
Construction on the $315,000 addition to Loris Community Hospital moves forward as bonds totaling $120,000 are advertised for sale by July 25. Duke Endowment aid is sought for the remaining funds, with $150,000 Federal support already available. W F Tire Construction Co. of Sametoi Italy handles the project.
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Loris Community Hospital
Loris
Upper Horry
Aves
Leconte Luger
Sinker, Gibbs and Simmons
Tor
Duke Endowment
Duke
W. F Tire Construction Co
Sam 1 Oi
Italy
Cubs Tigers Baseball Game Ends With 17 to 8 Victory
Cub Scout Den Chiefs Macke ew Sarvis and Gene Goldfinch led their team to a 17 to 8 win over Sarvie on Tuesday. Tabor City Cubs play ball each Tuesday and Friday at the local athletic field. Friday’s game was re scheduled to start at 5 30 pm. Public urged to attend.
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Mackeew Sarvis
Gene Goldfinch
Sarvie
Tabor City Cubs
Cube Richard Gordon
Banquet to Be Held at Hoskins Restaurant
The article notes the banquet will be at Hoskins Restaurant on Devon Drive. It mentions Dr Sweeley's brother John spent last week at Myrtle Beach.
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Hoskins Restaurant
Devon Drive
Tommy
Sweeley
John
Myrtle Beach
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