Open Forum Letter Attacks Campaign Tactics in North Carolina
A submitted Open Forum letter argues for Mr Unstead and criticizes recent propaganda from rivals. The writer defends Judge Olive, questions machine politics, and urges readers to register and vote to back veterans’ bonuses, claiming North Carolina’s voters should determine future leadership. The piece references campaign conduct, state finances, and veteran benefits in a call for civic participation.
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Veterans and civic talk stir Gaston race voting debate
A lengthy, fragmented community discussion centers on veteran rights and democracy in Gastonia. The piece cites residents’ views on pensions, state finances, and the role of nonmachine politics in local elections, with references to ad hoc meetings and a public recital event at a local high school.
Second Avenue Resurfacing Begins Under Local Contract
Work starts today on resurfacing Second Avenue from East End to near Franklin. Blythe Brothers of Charlotte under Brown Dayne Co. will perform the paving, with one lane closed during operations. Concrete resurfacing will average one inch thick using specified concrete mix.
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Hwan
Hrawn Yeaving Company
Lesinglan
Athe
Gastonia
Blythe Brothers
Charlotte
Tran Brown Dayne Company
T Roberts
Second Avenue
Steond
Franklin Avenue
Taan
New Fire Truck To Arrive Soon
City of Gastonia announces a new fire truck 411 GAP from American Ly France Col Pam Gast, expected soon after order in October. The unit features a pumping capacity of 732 ratios per minute and will join the fleet of four pumpers, two of which are aging and worn.
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Gap
France
Pam
Roberts
Tallrad
Gastonia
Three Children Found Safe Near Salt River Camp
In Phoenix, Arizonas Salt River near Barton an abandoned shack sheltered three children aged 4 to 14 who slept there overnight after deciding to camp. Sheriff deputies found them while investigating reports of a missing trio. They explained they had run away from home with their bicycles and planned to return later. The youngsters were unharmed and are being returned to their homes as authorities investigate the circumstances.
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Sheriff's Deputier
County Heart Disease Chapter Planned With Meeting
A nine chapter plan to organize a county wide heart disease group was announced for Wednesday at St Marks Fynecopa parish house. W L Baltists leads a local committee forming the Gass Yon County Chapter of the North Corona Heart Association, affiliated with the American Heart Association.
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Patrolmen Attend Inspection Meeting Across Counties
Patrolmen from Oaston County and Kin Coy County joined an inspection meeting in Statesville on Saturday. Sergeants J B Mosler reported Gaston and Rincela counties coordinating with District 5.
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Rincela Couniles
North Carolina road carnage and taxicab seizures stun week end
At least 15 killed on North Carolina streets and highways over the weekend with 35 more fatalities in other crashes. Dozens more injured as wrecks flood the region, while Lightner taxicabs are seized after IRS actions and related legal inquiries.
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Six Firemen Attend North Carolina Fire College
Six Gastonia firemen accompanied by Fire Chief Ru. Rhyne left today for the North Carolina State Firemen's Association 74th annual Fire College and allied school. The group includes Wile Hams, J. P. Iseynour, Ronald Heats Aft, John P. Stepp, Robert Meeks, and James Bispham. The program lasts through Thursday with more than 500 firemen from multiple states. The four year course includes specialized classes. upon completion participants receive diplomas. Also noted are market and poultry reports from Raleigh and Chicago trades with various regional listings. Hospital notices mention patient Wedeman Pitssey at Casion Memorial Waspithl for throat infection recovery.
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Dr Guthrie Named To U S Wage Board
CHAPEL HILL Dr Paul Guthrie of the University of North Carolina is named a future member of the Federal Wage Stabilization Board. His appointment takes immediate effect. he will balance university duties with wage board work starting around June 1. The post places him among labor, management, and public representatives shaping wage policy.
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Congo Expands Post Office as 590 Boxes Arrive
LOLURBOURG Belgian Congo adds 590 postal boxes to its growing capital to serve a population that has risen by about two thousand since 1947. A new main Post Office will anchor the expanding city center as the service modernizes with increased mail handling.
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Gaston Technical Institute May Offer Radio Engineering Course
The Gaston Technical Institute plans to open this fall with about 160 students and may offer radio engineering courses. Edward W. Ruggles, director of North Carolina extension, announced the potential program during Optimist Club talks. The institute will be operated by the North Carolina State College system, with plans to advertise four curricula and a timetable aligned to state college schedules. open to any student with high school education or equivalent.
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Decision Soon On Celebration
A provisional committee met to decide on a city birthday celebration. Mrs. Ronald Clinton was named chair of the temporary group, with plans to form a general chairman and steering committee if an industrial exposition is approved. If not feasible, the matter will be dropped.
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Britain to Pull Out of China After 1960 Exit
London reports Britain plans to leave China, winding up investments worth about 300 million pounds and 840 million dollars. About 120 Britons would depart as British business interests exit, with a note to Beijing and continued one sided recognition of the Peiping regime. Diplomatic ties remain limited as the withdrawal unfolds.
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Eight Students Named for Boys State Delegation
Eight students from Gastonia High School were elected to represent the school at Boys State. The event, sponsored by the American Legion, runs June 6 through June 45 with William Roy Robinson Jr. as chairman of the Gastonia delegation. Other members include Garland Woods Atkins Hugh Fred Heck Bryant Michael Live Fergie Ralph Terrety Hopierson Dan Seng LAFarir Charien Thames Pacer and Jamen Luther Willsnans. Speakers of the House and President of the Senate will be chosen during the assembly.
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50 Dentists Will Be Drafted In July
The Defense Department announced that 50 dentists will be drafted by the Army in July. Remaining dentists will receive reserve commissions and serve in other military services.
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