04 Dec 1956
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Newspaper
The Gastonia Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1956
Page
1
Television critic Charles Mercer profiles Jonathan Winters, praising his photofaced expressiveness and satirical power. Winters discusses studying character in various clubs, his rough road from Dayton to NBC, and his persistence in seeking impactful comedy. He emphasizes shaping humor through observation and real people.
A Ailon Bor of Park Street Bohne, son of Mrs Ray Norwaad, has been granted a supply license by the Western North Carolina Conference. The two year minister under the Rethel Crowell Memorial Charge in Pineal County, he belongs to Bark Street Methodist Church in Bi mon. A graduate of Bei Tops High School, he studied at a Methodist Seminary course and now works at a local textile mill. His wife Myrna Lave of Concord and their two daughters Elaine and Barbara accompany him.
Belmont community project by the Hinply Stock ing Flitty and United Cooperative Organization seeks goods for Christmas. Donations may help families including Jean Tynan and others. Helbiont Optinist Cubs collect gifts and set a tree sale around December 10 to raise funds for local charity efforts.
A student will receive a B S degree at East Carolina College during the spring commencement exercises on May 1. The ceremony marks the completion of the required college work as the student graduates in the associated quarter.
Funeral rites for William P. Jowwis 85 will be held Wednesday at the First ARP Church Lauderdale Miss. Officiating will be Rev T M Allison and Dr J Brown. Burial in Jollywood Cemetery with full military honors at graveside. Captain Davis and another airman were killed when their plane crashed near Meridian Miss.
A front page item lists appointments for 1987 in various places and roles. Names include Char Me Rune and others, with notes on textile mills and local assignments. The text is garbled but shows reappointments and a schedule shift related to December and Wednesday openings.
The page presents disjointed notes on race, elections, and school issues. Mentions Regina On Front Pager Heenan, White Citizens Councils, mayoral contenders, and segregation debates. Describes police and federal actions, court matters, and a school principal charged over segregation agitators.
Mrs Toth Currence 65 of 420 West Allison avenue died Sunday in a local hospital after months of illness. She was born in Guston county and was a member of St Peters AME Zion Church where she served as president of the deaconess board and mentor of the Ladies Aid. She leaves three daughters and two sons, plus sisters and a brother. Funeral services and arrangements are noted, with other local items including church events, school fundraisers, and civic club notices.
Hollywood veteran Clarence Kolb, 82, remains active in show business after eight decades. Known for pairing with Max Dill and roles in films and TV, he continues magix and theater work while mentoring, with a recent appearance in Charlie Purcell’s production and a rep as a lively, enduring figure in the industry. He was born near Cleveland and rose from San Francisco vaudeville to Hollywood, later dedicating time to the North Carolina Academy Foundation project Nickels for Know-How, directing arts grants and regional programs.
Fragments describe a creamed carrots and onions dish with butter flour milk and pepper. Directions mention carrots onions water salt oil and a thickened sauce, yielding a creamy side for lunch with crusty rolls and scrambled eggs.
Asheboro report outlines an embezzlement case docketed for trial against Mrs. Wii wie Kueh Chic a clerk charged with embezzling about $1,000 from an office. The document notes pending jury duty and a need to verify dates and specifics of the alleged offense.
A judge in Los Angeles sentenced a marijuana supplier to 15 years in federal prison under the terms of the newly enacted narcotics act. The case highlights penalties for distribution and the law’s stance on drug offenses.
A garbled report discusses Middle East tensions and U N involvement with critiques of U S policy. It mentions Sen Wayne Morse and a claim the UN procedure affected outcomes, referencing Israel and U S footholds in the region amidst broader international disputes.
A local man, Jamison of 405 West Harrison, woke to a dim room and realized a bed fire caused by smoking. Firefighters Ned Tiginnn and an Italian crew extinguished the blaze at 1:30 pm, damaging the bed and furnishings. Wire Chief Farris urged strict fire prevention as winter risks rise.
The Graton county branch of the Association will meet at T240 with 83 members. Mrs Rufus Ratenford, president, will preside over the session focusing on Growth Patterns for Children's Behavior as presented by Patsy Montigie, educational supervisor.
A blast near a Brooklyn pier sent black smoke rising 3 000 feet and sprayed shrapnel across blocks. Fire and glass injured dozens as windows shattered, with 52 factory workers hurt at a nearby plant and 40 more injured at a food facility. City Marine and Aviation Commissioner Vincent O Connor estimated initial damage around 10 million dollars, with final costs likely lower.
Fragmentary front page note discusses Boyle and a broader topic, mentioning plans and libraries with sparse, unclear details. The text references Germ et al and Latel Wrst Belin in a garbled context, aiming to capture a historical newspaper snippet with limited readable facts.
The National Geographic Society describes how insects survive winter through varied strategies. Some larvae remain underground, others cling to branches under shellac coats, and many migrate south or seek sheltered crevices. Eggs may freeze to endure cold spells, while some predators attack grasshopper eggs in slumber. Warmer seasons revive diverse species, with shellac insulation and other adaptations aiding survival in harsh climates.
The graveside service for the infant daughter of J. B. and Beulah Dierd Carpenter will be held Thursday at [time] p.m. in Greenwood Cemetery. The Rev. Richard A. Dodds will officiate. Surviving are Janice of the home, and grandmothers Mrs. G. E. Carpenter of Gastonia and Mrs. J. W. Dillard of Belmont.
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