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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1995
Page
1
Washington AP reports 76 law enforcement officers were killed while on duty in 1994, six more than 1993. Thirty three wore body armor when killed. Six were slain with their own weapons, and all but one were killed with a firearm.
April 1945 reports from The Gazette detail Hell on Wheels and Desert Rats divisions pushing past the Weser toward Hanover, while German sources claim reinforcements near Eisleben. Third Army positions extend toward Schlosheim as air landings and rapid armor moves continue. In the Pacific, a two day battle near Japan results in the destruction of Yamato and several ships, with multiple US destroyers sunk and planes lost.
The 1990 census shows North Carolina as a leading state for attracting retirees with a unique rise in retirement-age immigrants from 1985 to 1990. In Pinehurst a croquet club has formed as some retirees settle there, highlighting the state’s appeal to older residents.
Two Americans jailed for illegally entering Iraq were granted up to one month to appeal their eight year prison terms, longer than the usual two weeks, according to sources reported Sunday.
An estimated 2200 residents across three Gaston towns faced water outages as crews repaired damaged lines. Juries in Gaston County will decide guilt in two firearm cases after disputes. Residents on North Boyce Street reclaim a neglected block by cleaning a yard and uncovering a community push for change. A woman contests a land sale pressured by the city with a potential fresh setback forthcoming.
The biggest question before tonight's NCAA Tournament final centers on UCLA guard Tyus Edney. He injured his wrist during the semifinal win and is listed as questionable for the game airing on CBS at 8 p.m. local time.
Last night’s heavy frost and post Easter cold snap damaged crops across Gaston County. The Gastonia weather bureau logged a sub freez ing low of 31 degrees. Belmont peach grower J K Hall reported undoubtably some damage to the peach crop, with beans and tomato plants killed elsewhere in the county.
Numerous veterans groups announce upcoming reunions and solicit memories and memorabilia. The U S S Rendova and its air groups hold a May 11 13 Denver reunion. 141th Battalion Texas Infantry meets May 25 28 in Oklahoma City. Eighth Armored Thundering Herd Division gathers June 29 July 2 in Grand Rapids Michigan. U S S Canberra WWII veterans plan Oct 11 14 in Buffalo New York. Second Indian Head Division Association seeks division veterans. American Military Museum Gastonia seeks WWII and other war memorabilia with donations or loans welcomed. Contact details provided for each item.
Sunshine expected across the area with highs around 63 to 65 and lows near 39 to 42 degrees. Rain is not anticipated and minimal precipitation is reported in Gastonia and nearby cities. sunrise tomorrow at 7 10 a.m.
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