Circus Giant Jack Earle Finds New Life as Salesman
REW YORK The eight foot six and a half inch former Ringling Brothers giant, once asked about the weather atop his head, now tours as a wine merchandiser with Schenley. He spent 14 years with the circus before moving into a traveling sales role, embracing painting and quiet evenings when off the road.
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U.S. Congress Near Vote on Marshall Plan Aid Package
A $3.12 billion economic aid program for Europe and non Communist areas awaits final approval in both chambers. Conferees ended deadlock, setting funding for the third year of the Marshall Plan and related programs including Korea, Palestine refugees, and Point Four. Both houses must sign off before sending to President Truman.
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Europe
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China
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Woman criticizes car contest name in suit
Mire Cordelia Maxwell Bell, owner of Kaiser-Prazer stock, sues Hatser-Frazer alleging the contest name Henry Jo Choe Wi & Sidbmeting was stupidly squandered and should be returned to the corporation. The suit claims Henry J. Kaiser was chosen to heap personal aggrandizement on a man who already has a car named after him.
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McGinnis Elected Rotary Governor in North Carolina
Howard J. McGinnis of Greenville was nominated for governor of Rotary International's 773th district at the North Carolina district conference in Wrightsville Beach. The nomination effectively elects him, with formal elections set for the International convention in Detroit May 18 to 22.
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Greenville
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Rotary Internations
Detroit
China abandons strategic base and paving progress
Reports detail Wright Construction Company moving heavy equipment to Gastonia to clear rail lines and lay a center 22 foot highway strip of paving. Two to three days to remove rails, then underground work and a seven day curing period precede traffic. North China fighting zones and nationalist retreat add context of broader upheaval as work crews prepare for four lane layout with curbs and sidewalks.
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Wright Company
Broad Street
East Franklin Comedy Triumph Cast Praises Local Drama
Mrs FH Cunningham directs a cast of about 20 in the comedy drama The Night of January 16th at the county courthouse Monday night. The play opens a three day run and draws praise from audiences.
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Winnipeg Flood Threat Sparks Mass Evacuation Plans
The Associated Press reports Red River rises threaten Winnipeg with record flooding. Officials warn a catastrophe could occur as rains push river levels higher than expected. Ten square miles of the prairie city face inundation with 31,000 residents under water, prompting mass evacuation plans and emergency dike protections. Local authorities urge preparation and alert for potential evacuation orders.
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Risk Of Low Mood Faces Allies In West Defense Cost
London is host to foreign ministers of a 12 nation Atlantic alliance as they weigh the risk of economic strain from defense spending. Experts draft resolutions to translate talks into a plan of action. U S Secretary of State attends as ministers seek a course to deter potential communist pressure.
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Lewis Denies Secret Sign Given Miners
John L. Lewis refused to testify voluntarily before a House Labor subcommittee but denied sending secret signals to miners during the winter coal strike. Chairman Jacobs released a letter showing Lewis declining the invitation as hearings probe alleged secret orders defying a federal court stop work order.
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Lloyd Sidener
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Pennsylvania GOP Battles Philadelphia In Key Primary
A stormy campaign for party power in Pennsylvania pits Governor Duff against Rep. Kunkel with backing from party leader Grundy. Senate hopefuls Duff and Kunkel face off as Pine Cooke and Williams vie for governor, while Democrats nominate Myers unopposed and Dilworth seeks the governorship. The result could shape the 1937 GOP outlook and influence the nomination.
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Jay Cooke
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Night of January 16th at courthouse theater draws crowd
The second presentation of a three play series opens with an intimate theater production. An acquittal verdict for Karen Andre highlighted Monday's court scene. Kenneth Penegar impressed as defense counsel while Ennis Atkins led as district attorney. Cast and witnesses include Larry Regan Dr Kirkland and a Swedish housekeeper. Tickets on sale at Music Box. show starts at 8:15 with Make-up by Mrs. Gordon and Mrs. Falls.
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Clay Nelen
Ennis Atkins
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Larry Regan
Gus Demetriades
Joe Goodnight
Kirkland
Bjorn Faulkner
Dick McCluney
Leah Settlemyre
Marshall Rauch
Lynda Lewis
T. G. Hope Jr
Russell Baker
Delbert Lazenby
Mark McCluney
Roland Bradley
Lloyd Sparge
Ira Falls
Paul Gordon
Charlie Falls
Gastonia
Weather forecast for the Carotinas period ending Saturday
Extended forecast for the Carotinas from 7:00 p.m. today to 8:00 p.m. Saturday. Temperature readings are unclear but precipitation is expected to be moderate to heavy at times with possible near term intervals of rain and storms.
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Trains Resume Runs As Union Accepts Terms
Chicago may 18 the nation's worst railroad strike in four years ended as five major lines agreed to resume service. The union withdrew its fireman demand on some diesel units and arbitration would handle contract issues. Union president David Robertson called the settlement satisfactory and all sides anticipate prompt full service revival.
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Southern
Santa Fe
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Amall
Cartier
Hemans
Stalin And UN Leader Discuss Plans In Moscow
Prime Minister Joseph Stalin and United Nations Secretary General Trygve Lie met for ninety minutes in Moscow last night. Lie had travelled a long distance to meet the Russian leader, signaling high level talks on future plans.
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Southern Railway expects full service after firemen strike
Southern Eastway said it would have 42 trains back by tomorrow morning after settlement of a firemen strike that crippled lines. Regular crews replace supervisors, passenger service to be restored quickly, freight traffic normal. Atlanta division expects normal operations within a few hours, while Knoxville schedules passenger service to Asheville and Salisbury back on time. officials report many firemen returning to work.
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Swearingen Leads Democratic Primary Bid in May 77
Llwght, facing a statewide race, campaigns for renomination as Senator Gradem seeks renom. The Democratic primary of May 77 shapes up with key endorsements and tense party dynamics.
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Democratic Leaders Affirm Policy Against Communists
The Democratic party stated it opposes government employment of Communists yet rejects smear tactics. The national committee endorsed fair, factual investigations to uncover disloyalty, and warned against using fear or distortions to attack citizens. It cited concerns about charges against Senator McCarthy and defended due process.
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