New Coleman Warehouse Soon Open for 1962 Season
Coleman Company announces a large new warehouse in Tabor City designed for tobacco buyers and growers. The facility, built by ROC, will cover about 2000 square feet with eight loading doors and easy truck access. It features a sun-reflecting roof, aluminum wells, and a By-Pass route for smooth entry, aiming to attract new customers and better serve long-time suppliers.
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Coleman
Roc
Coleman Comany
Futle Weeks
Twoacca
Joe Coleman
Tobacca Company
Pwr
Vie
Roc. Coleman
Tabor City
Doe Coleman
Ehouse
R. C. Coleman Company
Man Sentenced To 48 Years For Forgery
William Wanker was tried in Whiteville Superior Court for forgery and attempting to pass bad checks. Convicted, he received a 48 year term with credit for time served. Police linked him to six NC counties and two SC counties, with as many as 19 assumed names used. Detective Ted Watts of Tabor City helped in the arrest.
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William Wanker
Tabor City
Superior
Whiteville
North Carolina
South Carolina
Williams
Ted Watts
Nakina Farmer Drowns After Failed Rescue of Son
Leo Clark, a Nakina County farmer, and his ten year old son Danny Lane drowned Friday afternoon near Halden Beach. Wayne Clark, age twelve, survived after spectators tried to aid them with a pitchfork. Danny Lane’s body was recovered about an hour later. The Clark family, residents of Nakina, mourns the loss as authorities investigate the drowning amid swift currents. Wayne received care at Columbus County Hospital and was reported in good condition.
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Leo
Jick) Clark
Columbate County
Nawkw
Halden Beach
Leo Chirk
Nissa
Clark
Donny
Wayne
Remer Dunnyvan
Exum
Columbus County Hospital
Danny Lane
Dr. Hardy to Leave Tabor City for Western State Practice
Dr. Winfield Hardy announced his departure from Tabor City next week for personal reasons to take over a Western North Carolina practice. He said the move is difficult, vows to keep office open this week, and notes 20 to 45 patients a day in Tabor City. Merchants Association executive Al Whitehead confirms disappointment and efforts to recruit a replacement doctor. The community urges new physician to serve the local need.
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Winfield Hardy
Tabor City
Nurthy
Carolina
Hardy
Local Lawyers Admitted To Federal Bar
Frank McGouran and Hubert Craw Harney were admitted to the federal bar in a ceremony presided over by Judge Lar. McGour and Solve were welcomed as the lawyers took the oath, with Clerk Judie Perkins present.
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Federal
Frank McGouran
Wiliams
Hubert Craw Harney
CHS
Enuyt
Judie Dala Lerkins
Ant McGour
Solve
Dudge Lar &i
Reis
Tye
Hail Wrecks Crop Areas in Boardman County
A Thursday hailstorm carved a path about three miles wide and five miles long across Boardman area farms. The storm was brief but intense, injuring many crops and sparking efforts to salvage stalks and recover losses. Farmers report significant damage with some fields showing up to ninety percent loss in places. Authorities and residents assess the impact and future planting plans.
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Tutaiweey
Boardman
Hall
Big Swim To Have Large Enrollment
A local big swim event is planned with around 600 non-swimmers expected to participate. The program runs from 1 to 3 PM, starting January 25 and ending January 29, at Schulken. The organizer emphasizes safety and aims to teach water fundamentals and basic life skills to children through structured classes.
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Lee Waedaman
Jon
Schulken
Fundamentate
al Meg and Huis
Cere Asomis
Corbett Canning Co Expands Local Bean Processing
Corbett Canning Co plans to process Local beans using two hundred pickers. The company reports improving sales and outlines near term efforts to can peaches in Spartanburg and enlarge acreage for future production.
Tabor Foods Plans Peach Processing Start in Early July
Tabor City Foods Inc will begin peach processing the first week of July with a 150 worker shift, 2 shifts later. Eddings announced a 28 June equipment install and noted shipments already underway from Spartanburg County and surrounding areas. The company sources peaches from North and South Carolina and expects strong demand for quality products.
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Tabor Foods
Tabor City Foods Inc
Eddings
General
Stuart
Tabor City Fonte
Horry
Brunewick
Columbus Countien
Charleston
8. C
North
South Carolina
Spartanbure County
Ds Producion
Ae Mayer Fon Fel
Miett
Pwaction
Inci
Spartanburg
Norris
Rhager
Fine Acete
PTA Bus Committee Organizes Funds Drive
The PTA Bus Committee outlines plans to secure funds for a new school activity bus. A working committee led by Roney Hewitt was appointed to study bus type and fundraising approaches. Alumni and several volunteers supported by committees explored money-raising ideas such as fashion show and talent show.
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Oak
Regia
WAL
Wis
Ruwy Hewitt
Haniel
Ak Mania
Praert Sn Uiance
Bis
Miwnol
Tabor City
Roey Hest
SB Sid
Finanen
Doris Mills
Roey Hewett
SP. Snith
Burmey Stevens
A. E. Goblinch
Het Ar Lee
Hg, Cameron
Randall Burke
Wo W. Woody
Erskin Young
Hew Bis
Jim Boswell Earns Eagle Award in Boy Scouting Rank
The article notes Jim Boswell receiving the Eagle Award, the highest rank in Boy Scouting, at a ceremony in Whittside. It highlights his progress through ranks and his dedication to Scouting milestones with family and community presence.
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Bens
Frank Krra
Jim
District Boy Scout Court of Honor
Whiteville
Boswell
Jim Boswell
Four Attend OBS Meet In Wilmington
PAUP chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star reports four members attended the Ariat meeting in Wilmington. Mildred Darroughs is named Worthy Matron along with Bernice Wright, Corey Rathanill Wright-Adoh, and Tueter. The meeting date is listed as Sunday, June 28 with plans for a service at Rabun Godly Hospital. Dr Williamson recuperates from surgery and will reopen June 28. Nell Meares will be on vacation in Florida during the absence.
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Paup Meaibers
Canoe City
Order of the Eastern Star
Mildred Darroughs
Atetron
Bernice Wright
Ehap- Teatin
Ati Corey Rathanill Wright -Adoh
Tueter
Tir Rabun
Williamson
Nell Meares
Florida
Reso
Chip Cox Earns National Spelling Bee Honor For Tabor City
Chip Cox son of Mr and Mrs Cox of Tabor City returned from Washington D C where he ranked among the top ten in the national spelling bee contest. The editorial praises his national achievement and his role in representing Southeastern North Carolina with distinction.
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Chip Cox
Mymes
Tabor City
Washington, D.C
Southeastern
North Carolina
Chip
America
Rotary Meet Set Monday At Whiteville
Rotarians and wives will meet Monday at Hotel Whiteville for the Monthly Rotary gathering. State committee official Toplist Paster is planned as main speaker, discussing West Coast travel and the World’s Fair.
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Rotary
Whiteville
Tabor Chiy
Driving license examiner schedule changes in North Carolina towns
The driving license examiner will be in Tabor City on Thursdays or Tuesdays starting July 5 with office hours from 9 am to 5 pm in July and 9:30 am to 6 pm after August. The office is at City Hall in Tabor City, with a Whiteville office open Monday through rough Wednesday each week and Chadboken locations on Fridays.
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Tabor City
City Hall
Whiteville
Chadhonen
Tabor City Board Meeting on Married Students Rule
The Tabor City School Board meets Monday night at the home economics department to discuss a rule prohibiting married students from participating in school functions beyond classroom activities. Chairman Nesmith says the public may attend and voice approval or objection before a final decision to keep or amend the rule is made.
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Tabor City
Home Economics Department
Rtc
Ben J. Nesmith
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