Doctor Jonas Salk vaccine breakthrough in polio fight
Gastonia doctors rushed to vaccinate in April 1955 as Jonas Salk and Thomas Francis Jr. announced an effective polio vaccine. Prince recalls lines at clinics, the fear of infection, and the epidemic era from 1948 to 1953. Polio’s spread, crippling cases, and iron lungs shaped lives of children and families in Gaston County.
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Mixed signals in poll on party promises and leaders
A poll shows voting age Americans split on Republicans and Democrats. Sixty percent trust Republicans to keep campaign promises, fifty two percent support GOP congressional control, while forty nine percent favor Democrats. Only forty four percent approve Republican leadership policies in Congress. House Speaker Newt Gingrich and Senate Leader Bob Dole are viewed as more influential than President Clinton.
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Inquest Pins Reckless Homicide Charge Over Lab
An inquest jury recommended reckless homicide charges against a laboratory, a technician, and the supervising doctor after two women died of cervical cancer due to missed signs in gynecological exams. Dr. Robert Lipo is barred from medical director roles, and June Fricano agreed to salary-based pay. the lab saw a shift to reduced annual Pap smears.
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Teen seeks missing son amid family troubles and loss
Hillman's mother Kathy O'Hern pleaded through the media for her son to return, saying he should not worry about the ticket. Relatives noted a string of family and school setbacks hurting his spirits. Martin O'Hern, the stepfather, died of cancer after exhausting the family medical insurance, as Richard Hillman recalled how the illness affected the boy.
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Dry spell prompts garden tips and brush fire risk
Meteorologist John Welch notes possible later storms could restore normal conditions. Linda Lowry advises daily watering and mulch to protect plants during continued dry weather. Regional fires persist with a 135 acre Lincoln County blaze finally cleared after firefighters worked across three counties. investigators seek a cause. Lincoln County Ranger Elizabeth Snyder notes brief rain won’t curb fires without prolonged soaking rain.
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Defense focus on crime scene procedure in OJ case
On a hot June day crucial blood samples from the OJ Simpson murder probe sat in plastic bags inside a faulty evidence truck for seven hours an evidence collector testified. Criminalist Dennis Fung's fifth day on the stand occurred as jurors remained largely unaware of disputes over a dismissed panelist's jury concerns. Jeanette Harris, the dismissed jurist, is shown heading to a meeting with Superior Court Judge Lance Ito.
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Democratic plea crowns school chief before hostile senators
School Superintendent Bob Etheridge presents to state senators on democracy grounds defending his office. House Republicans press a midweek vote delay on a Senate plan for middle class income tax relief. A neurosurgeon facing misconduct questions seeks patient access again. A Greensboro state senator refuses to discuss hospital living expense payments.
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Smoking During Pregnancy Shown To Endanger Fetuses
Nation researchers present startling figures supporting the belief that maternal smoking can prove fatal to fetuses and newborns. The study outlines risks and urges further public health attention to smoking cessation for expectant mothers.
Hornets bury Nets in Central Division bid
The Charlotte Hornets opened strong against the New Jersey Nets as they press for first in the NBA Central. Joe Montana nears retirement after a storied career as the NFL grapples with changes. Rams move to St Louis faces backlash from supporters.
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Gaston Commissioners cautious on hospital building on county land
The Gaston Commissioners express wariness about allowing Gaston Memorial Hospital to erect a 10 million dollar doctors office on county owned property. A federal judge ordered a Guatemalan general to pay 47.5 million to eight Guatemalans and an American nun harmed under his command in the 1980s. Aspiring elementary artists use crayons to promote a cleaner greener world. The state House plans to vote on heightened protection for police dogs in Gaston and Lincoln counties with a potential felony for harming a working dog.
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Billionaire Bid Stuns as Iacocca Kerkorian Offer Emerges
A $22.8 billion bid from Kirk Kerkorian and Lee Iacocca to buy the nation's No. 3 automaker shocks business circles, but hours later the firm says it is not for sale. Gastonia's Earl Tindel Ford leads Ford dealers in quality awards from Ford Motor Credit Co. Carolina Freight Carriers plans 46 more driver cuts by May 22, with 88 systemwide jobs opening in 15 cities nationwide.
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Weather Snapshot for Greater Gaston Region
Partly sunny with highs in the 60s and morning low 50s across Asheville Charlotte Gastonia Greensboro Hickory Raleigh Wilmington. Precipitation ranged from trace to 0.02 inches with a breezy pattern and a sunset at 7 55 p m. Saturday forecasts call for sunny conditions and cooler 50s.
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Tom Petty concert odds spark fan fever in Charlotte
Robert Everett of Repo Cheapo Records in Charlotte says vinyl never died as fans chase Tom Petty show buzz. His shop and customers illustrate continued support for classic rock formats and live performances.
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