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The Center for the Study of Human Values at Tanglewood, near Winston-Salem, is developing humanities programs in cooperation with the Institute for Humanistic Studies in Aspen, Colorado. The center’s programs focus on philosophy, social values, and the nature of man and society.
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The WPTF radio station, formerly WFBQ, began in the early 1920s as a fifty-watt broadcasting station in Raleigh and currently operates in Durham. The station was owned and operated by Wynne Radio Company, and had the motto, “We Protect The Family.” This article covers the history of the WPTF radio station and changes in the radio broadcasting industry.
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32344
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Charles B. Wade, Jr., of Winston-Salem is Senior Vice President of R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc. In this article, Wade discusses the tobacco economy and his view on increasing North Carolina taxes to prevent unlawful traffic in cigarettes. According to Wade, increasing cigarette taxes may encourage increased cigarette smuggling.
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32437
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Karl G. Hudson, Jr., executive vice president of Hudson-Belk Company in Raleigh, is active in business, civic and religious activities. This article discusses the history of the company, Hudson’s background, and his perspectives on retail business in Raleigh.
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32438
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During the 1975 session of the General Assembly, Cleveland County Senator William K. Mauney, Jr., initiated efforts to improve economic literacy. A proposed bill requires North Carolina public schools to teach free enterprise economics.
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32439
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The Southern Christmas Show in Charlotte is an exhibition of Christmas decorations, trees, food, and crafts. This article describes how the exhibition began and highlights several exhibitors who specialize in old-time Christmas decorations.
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The Weatherspoon Gallery at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro has an outstanding collection of contemporary art. Herbert S. Falk, Sr., developed a benefactors program to finance the gallery’s growth. Substantial contributions have been made by Dillard Paper Company.
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32441
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For the past few years, there has been debate over a proposal to dam the New River in northwestern North Carolina for hydroelectric power. The dam could also create a major tourist attraction, and supply water for Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem.
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David C. Edmisten is vice president of Texasgulf’s Agricultural Chemicals Division in Raleigh. This article discusses Edmisten’s background in chemical engineering, and operations of the company. Texasgulf is mining phosphate rock at Lee Creek in Aurora for the development of fertilizer.
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This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the North Carolina Museum of Art, and the fiftieth anniversary of the North Carolina Art Society. This article discusses the history of the art museum and the society. Several of the museums fine art collections, including the Robert F. Pfifer Collection, are also highlighted.
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North Carolina’s billion-dollar insurance industry has a greater economic impact than most other industries, yet the state currently offers a poor climate in which to operate an insurance business. This article discusses regulatory problems and other obstacles facing the industry.
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Higher costs of processing checks and labor can force increases in bank service charges. To reduce these costs, banks are turning to electronic deposit of payroll checks offered by the Automatic Clearing House. North Carolina’s Automated Clearing House opened in the Charlotte office of The Federal Reserve Bank on July 6.
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Lowe’s Companies, Inc., founded in North Wilkesboro, is a growing system of building supply, home furnishings and appliances stores. Leonard G. Herring is Lowe’s first full-time president since Carl Buchan’s death in 1960. This article discusses the history of Lowe’s, Herring’s business background, and his expectations for the company.
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32447
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W. Roger Soles is the first president of Jefferson-Pilot Corporation, a life insurance company in Greensboro. Soles has national prominence in the insurance industry and is one of the most respected business leaders in North Carolina. This article discusses Soles’ background, accomplishments, and contributions to the insurance industry.
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32448
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Burroughs Wellcome Foundation, Ltd., is a biomedical research foundation based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. The foundation has a partnership with the Duke University Medical Center and Hospital, fostering collaboration between the pharmaceutical industry and medical research.
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