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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 2016
Page
2
Today in history notes major events from Aug 19 including Gorbachev’s removal attempt in 1991, Augustus death in AD 14, USS Constitution victory in 1812, Dieppe raid losses in 1942, and Hurricane Diane floods of 1955. Also mentions 1934 Hitler power, 1936 Stalin show trials, and 1918 Berlin Broadway musical debut.
The Gaston County Senior Center hosts a 6 p.m. kickoff for the North Carolina Senior Games on August 30 with more than 15 local athletes set to compete in various events. Attendees 50 and up are invited to join next year’s local games. sandwiches will be served. Call 704-922-2170 for details.
The Gaston Gazette promotes its website gastongazette.com as a 24/7 breaking news source. It invites readers to connect via social media platforms including Facebook Twitter Instagram and Pinterest.
The Gazette asks readers to send questions to Online Editor Kevin Ellis at kellis gastongazette.com. Visit www.GastonGazette.com to check out the latest videos and news updates from the Gazette team.
A 3-year-old girl was killed and reported missing on the same day, with investigators saying no bond was set for the accused killer. The suspect’s sister expressed confusion and disbelief saying she doesn’t know what to think.
Reader submitted photo invitation from Kellis Gaston Gazette asking readers to email pictures for print and online features and directing to GastonGazette.com for more photos.
Mainly cloudy with a p.m. thunderstorm in the Gaston County area. highs around the upper 80s to 90s, lows near 70. Forecasts show continuing warm, humid afternoons with sun and possible showers into the weekend. Regional data include city highs and lows for Charleston Dallas New York City Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix San Francisco Seattle Washington and more.
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