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Newspaper
The Gastonia Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1952
Page
1
David Bick tells the story of the Graveyard of the Atlantic from 1526 onward, detailing ships sunk along the Carolina coast. The 270 page UNC Press book surveys maritime battles, rescues, and legendary vessels amid wreck lore and history.
A fragmentary account discusses Alamance county funding for coastal wrecks and road projects, noting gubernatorial support and political debate. It cites historic ships off Cape Hatteras, salvaged artifacts, and a long tradition of shoreline efforts, with emphasis on state appropriation and local impact.
The article recalls Stuart W. Cramer and his 1908 coinage of the term air conditioning and outlines commemorations for the 40 year milestone. It notes Cramer as a textile engineer who helped develop humidity control and cites Carrier Corporation and the Chronicle News in Belmont planning recognition with a golden commemorative plaque and a ceremonial medallion honoring Cramer as the father of air conditioning.
Mr and Mrs William and others report travel across southwestern and western states. A drought affects several areas while rains arrive late. Local families plan visits to San Diego Naval Base and Charlotte while Bethel mourns Miss Mary Glenn. A wedding is announced for Emily and Charles Gatson in Ownemower Wise. The Concord Rural Association meets at old Gon ered Methodist Church with Rev. Lever speaking. A county draft board meeting is noted and baseball news mentions a 1936 Parise Coast League signing.
A man named Tom Price, enrolled as Newen, sustained critical injuries after a non collision crash on Highway 14 West early Sunday near Gastonia. The vehicle left the road, rolled once, and overturned, with witnesses citing excessive speed and careless driving by Herbert L. Jackson. Numerous injuries to other drivers and passengers were reported in separate city accidents, including two Atlanta residents hurt in a collision at Airline and Firestone, and a wreck on Chester and Rankin Street causing facial and knee injuries. Fire at a West Franklin Youth Center recreating room caused smoke and damage, while another house fire near Oakhurst Street left a fatal blaze in an adjacent dwelling.
Scientists in the lab report breeding grasses expected to thrive on ranges and resist weeds. The project seeks plants adaptable to various environments, with seeds yielding well when moved to new locations. The work emphasizes natural variation and targeted cultivation controls.
Central North Carolina poultry markets show fryers and broilers steady while Raleigh eggs hold even. Grade A large eggs quoted at 61 cents per dozen in morning trading volume.
Hog prices mostly steady to 25 cents higher with tops near 422.50 at Hillsboro. Markets listed include Whiteville, Dunn, Goldsboro, New Bern, Elizabeth town, Windsor, Washington, Kinston, Lumberton, Clinton and Rocky Mount with quotes around 22 to 28 dollars in various locales.
Mr and Mrs Lewis Filmore of East Gastonia reported a bright light in the night sky near the Faith Methodist Church. Rev Andrew Pittard and a local boy observed the object for about 20 minutes, moving south southeast before climbing higher. The pastor offered a light explanation, calling it a love hanging star affected by atmospheric conditions.
Henry M. Sloopetr from Gastonia serves with the Ith Infantry Division on the West central front in North Korea. Patrols clash near the Iron Triangle sector by Khumgha as tanks and artillery pound entrenched fortifications. Sloop entered the Army in December 1950 and serves as a gunner in the Wind Regiment's Tank Company. A stray line mentions gin rummy and a Spanish endgame from over four centuries ago.
Gastonia businessman Robert A. Gurney, chairman of the Israel Bond Committee of North Carolina, will depart August 22 for Israel with his son Robert J. Gurney Jr. and others to study economic development and military surveys, under arrangements with American financial leaders. The 15 day mission will consult Prime Minister Ben Gurion and other ministers and explore mineral and chemical resources, with American traders invited to observe.
A concerted campaign by The Investors League Federation of Women Shareholders and the National Federation of Financial Analysts Societies aims to mobilize investors to vote in the presidential election. The groups plan posters and club tags to urge investor turnout, citing investors as a large portion of the habitual nonvoters.
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