24 Apr 1992
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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1992
Page
1
Analysts in Washington say the recession is over citing rising factory orders and payroll gains. Unemployment claims fell to 404000 for the week ending April 11, a six month low, while durable goods orders rose and housing construction climbed 6.4 percent in March. Retail sales rose 7.3 percent in North Carolina in Q1 1992 and America's February trade deficit narrowed to 3.4 billion.
Franz Holscher and Royce Robinson Sr. urge council election to decide the 23 million Pasour Mountain Airport plan. CAPS backs candidates to replace most council members, while Gastonia and county officials signal a pause, with May 6 set for possible land relinquishment and a broader push for alternative plans. Mayor Garlands says tighter county ties will aid governance.
Day care operator Robert F. Kelly Jr. was sentenced to 12 consecutive life terms after being found guilty of 99 counts of sexually mistreating children aged 4 to 7 at Little Rascals Day Care Center in Edenton. Victims testified from the front row as guards readied transport to Central Prison in Raleigh.
Report notes that additional defendants could face charges in the Little Rascals case while the verdict prompts parents to toast the outcome.
Gaston police report rising garden equipment thefts as warm weather brings more stolen lawn mowers weed eaters and other gear. Officers note thieves prefer name brands drive neighborhoods on weekends and sell items at flea markets out of state. Registering equipment aids recovery and deters theft.
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