04 Dec 1991
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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1991
Page
1
Peggy Say, a Kentucky housewife, spent six years guiding a high profile bid to free her brother, journalist Terry Anderson, held by Shiite militants in Lebanon. Her journey brought meetings with world leaders and sparked international attention, culminating as Anderson neared release.
In Damascus a freed American, Alain Steen, raises expectation that Terry Anderson could be released soon. U N Secretary General Perez de Cuellar and Iranian officials suggested another release within days as efforts continue to secure the remaining captives. Steen, 52, a Boston native, spent nearly five years in captivity amid a wave of UN-facilitated releases.
Gastonia standout named to leadership role anchors Lakers as Gazette Sports Reporter Michael Smith notes a veteran passer joins as a central figure, with expectations rising for team chemistry and on court leadership.
James Worthy prepares for a rare rest day in Gastonia as the Los Angeles Lakers visit the Charlotte Hornets. He steps into a leadership role after Earvin Magic Johnson retired last month, saying he feels an obligation to monitor morale and guide the team.
John Sununu quits after weeks of criticism over White House handling of the economy. Bush accepts the resignation effective December 15 with Sununu remaining as counselor until March 1. Speculation centers on Samuel Skinner as a possible successor.
Union members with UAW Local 5285 were ordered to stop working and leave company property at 11 a.m. today if talks fail. Freightliner says it will resume negotiations in Charlotte, while the union warns a strike could occur if mediation and representation disputes aren’t resolved. Key issues remain wages hours health insurance and safety.
Partial cloudy forecast for the region shows a high near 48 and a low around 31. Classified and lifestyle sections appear across the 4 sections of the 36-page edition with contact lines for local areas including Gastonia Lincolnton and Charlotte.
A travel feature announces Thursday’s guide to the Carolinas top Christmas tours. It highlights festive exhibits, holiday lights displays, and seasonal events across cities, inviting readers to plan visits and enjoy special seasonal offerings.
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