16 Mar 1960
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Newspaper
Tabor City Tribune
Location
Tabor City, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1960
Page
1
Horace Carter owner of The Tribune explains a new Goss press will affect print quality but promises the goal remains a first rate publication. He criticizes delays while affirming plans to build Taber City’s best printing plant and support local business with progressive newspaper production.
The publisher touts a three machine operation with latest equipment in town, offering fast service and premium materials. He notes extensive office supply stock and plans an open house once cleanup is complete to invite the public to view facilities and witness production quality firsthand.
A Seawell Texas banquet centers on agriculture policy and local candidates. Speakers praise farming programs, road funding, and community development while outlining campaign positions and party leaders.
A contested Waccamaw River basin project faces delays amid community concern. The plan from its mouth upstream to NO 105 spans about 23 miles with federal costs estimated at 87 thousand dollars. Letters from County Agent G. Glave and others describe repairs, dam avoidance, and construction oversight by Calhoun Low and others. A letter from John Larkins references a personal note from a man in Whiteville, with family ties to Larkins and local officials.
The Jaycees announced a search for at least ten additional contestants for this year's Misissippi County Pageant to be held at the Tocul Night auditorium. Four girls have already accepted sponsors with Diane Gore, Mable Woodard, and Potiny Pierce among the entries, as clubs and individuals promote features and dancing acts.
Columbus County's Board of Equalization and Review met Monday to hear property tax reduction requests. The session at the county courthouse reduced taxes by 365,547.00 across 48 cases. Individual cuts ranged from 25 to 60 percent, reflecting overvaluation corrections and land parcel changes.
Arthur W. Williamson, a farmer and local businessman, declares candidacy for the Mortpe county seat in the state house race. He vows to support farmers, push agricultural needs, and press for state infrastructure and county interests amid a crowded campaign scene with local figures and rally plans noted.
A fragmented report indicates Rogers and a group of inventors or founders connected to a clock enterprise are awaiting Superior Court action. The document notes restrictions or bar orders and a forthcoming hearing date, with officials mentioning the sun as a reference to timing or schedule.
Dixie Cox, senior member of the class, won the My True Security contest in the Tabor City phase. Eleven students competed as part of annual oratorio events, with winners advancing to district and state contests. Daphne Hardie was named the other winner two weeks earlier.
The City Cannery project advanced this week as principals filed again for a loan after lenders refused last week over terms seen as risky. A decision by the lending avenue is expected tomorrow, with officials stating the project will move forward immediately if the loan is approved on the proposed terms.
A probate hearing dealt with the will of Mrs Cow as guardians and relatives contested the validity and distribution. The court heard testimony from multiple relatives and attornies about old will execution and potential coercion or feeble mental state influencing the document. The case listed named heirs and potential devisees among witnesses and court officials as it proceeded toward a decision.
Fragmentary text describes revival services at Oak Zion with a Wesleyan connection and a Friday meeting scheduled for March 13. Mentions may include attendees and sermon series, but many words are garbled.
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