Bill would broaden failed Cuban policy
The piece argues that Congress under a Republican majority seeks to expand the Cuba embargo to target any country that trades with Cuba and bar entry to anyone with Cuba confiscation ties. It warns that such a secondary boycott would clash with NAFTA and global trade norms, noting Canada and Mexico pursue engagement with Cuba and Beijing to liberalize regimes. It urges recognizing other nations’ right to trade decisions.
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Cuba
Kennedy
Fidel Castro
Congress
United States
North Carolina
Jesse Helms
Senate
Indiana
Dan Burton
House
Sen. Helms
Rep. Burton
Canada
Mexico
China
Beijing
Lincolnton Wolves Capture North Carolina 2A Baseball Crown
The Lincolnton High School Wolves clinched the NC 2A baseball title by taking two straight games from West Guilford at Five County Stadium Zebulon after an opening loss. They won 3-1 in extra innings and 5-0 to finish 26-3, capping a season that also features football and basketball titles.
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Lincolnton High School Wolves
N.C
Wolves
West Guilford
Five County Stadium
Zebulon
Lincolnton
West Guil
Lincolnton High School
Wings, Rules and the Wrinkle of Myself in Language
A compact meditation on pronoun reflexives and agreement in English. The author cites critics and editors debating usage and points to cases of subject verb agreement across newspapers, noting trends toward plural verb forms with collective nouns and the role of style guides. May advise restraint and clarity over pedantry while acknowledging stubborn rules.
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William and
Mary Morris
Gresham
Times
Bliley
Washington Post
Gaston King Cougars Deliver Major League Frills in Town
A reader recalls the opening game of the Gaston King Cougars on June 10 with high praise for professional level play, festive atmosphere, and attentive service. The piece highlights team leadership, staff, mascot, fireworks, and fan engagement including birthday celebrations and future ticket incentives.
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Gaston King Cougars
Pat Gaffney
Dan Overstreet
Harry
Praying for Harrill Jones Letter Sparks Church Debate
A reader identifies as a Christian patrol sergeant of the Gastonia Police Department and critiques Harrill Jones for urging pro Jesus and pro church advocacy only off the clock. The letter argues scripture does not authorize off duty preaching by officers and states the writer will pray for Mr Jones while continuing to serve God on and off duty.
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Gazette
The
E. Franklin Blvd
Gastonia
P.O. Box
N.C
America
GazetteNet
Aol.com
Harrill Jones
Mr. Jones
Cougars Extend Schedule After Local Festivities
Pat Gaffney and partners spent about 15 dollars per person for a four dollar admission as Sims Park gleamed under careful groundskeeping. The Cougars now plan 38 more games this year, inviting fans to catch a home run and enjoy the season ahead.
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Pat Gaffney and Company
Cougars
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