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What You See Is What You Get, What You Read Is What You Know & Save

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA TS MINORITY VOICE " SINCE 1987

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7-WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1989

The Afro-American Newspaper Publishing Company of 97
years is responsible for preserving and perpetuating Black
news as a vigorous American institution; to honor past and
present significant contributors; and, to encourage the pur-
suit of journalism careers.

Black newspapers and their supporters have been the voices
of the Black community for nearly 200 years. The next cen-
tury promises to present new challenges that the Black press
stands ready to meet.

The First Amendment protection of freedom of the press ex-
presses the well understood principle that liberty cannot long
survive without a press that is free to print the truth. But who
will speak for those who have no liberty?

That, of course, was the dilemma faced by America Ts first
Black journalists. Without newspapers of their own to describe
the inhumanity of slavery and later to the indignity of Jim
Crow, justice would remain beyond the reach of Blacks.

The accomplishments of those Black journalists are an im-
portant part of Black American history. From the earliest
writings of Frederick Douglass, the writers, editors and
publishers of Black newspapers spoke when others were silent,
protested when others acquiesced and shed light when others
were content to live in darkness.

Although born in an era of slavery and segregation, the
Black newspaper continues to be an important American in-
stitution that must be preserved. Only a strong and persistent
Black press can give voice and clarity to the economic hard-
ships that are still endured by millions of Blacks. The Black
press is also vital to keeping an accurate record of the political,
cultural and social life of modern Black America.

Enoch R. Waters, author of the recently published book, The
American Diary: A personal history of the Black press,
reminds us that oThe Black press played such an integral part
in the stride toward freedom that Americans from all walks
of life should know more about its past and present role. T T

~ oUnfortunately, T T Waters said, ~ ~there are too many
Americans, Blacks in particular, who don Tt see the need for

oPrinceville resident wins big on the Price Is
Right T; oIs there life after the Price Is Right? �

_ Barker. He says, ~He makes you
; feel at ease, super-professional,

Black newspapers. They don Tt seem to appreciate what the
Clarions for the cause meant to Americans of African descent
during and after slavery. But even with the gains that have
been made in civil rights thereremains a role for the Black
press.

Waters, who was at the helm of the Chicago Defender when
it went from a weekly to a daily and who died shortly after
his book was published, reminds us that, ~ ~If you ever tried
to get coverage, in a White daily or weekly, of a worthy Black
event, you will understand why that need continues. All Blacks
aren Tt celebrities, all are not sports and entertainment heroes.
And, unless they Tre involved in some criminal activity, the
rank and file have a hard time getting their share of the ink. �

Eddie Madison, who worked with Waters at the Associated
Negro Press (the forerunner to the National Newspaper
Publishers*Association) says in his critique of Waters T book,
~ ~those who boastfully declare that they don Tt read their local
Black newspaper or any Black publications may sing a dif-
ferent tune after reading WaterssSAmerican Diary. It pulls no
punches in telling how Black editors risked their lives to get
the words out that paved the way for the freedoms we now en-
joy or take for granted. And, for those who think the battle is
over, they, too, will be enlightened by the book. Waters effec-
tively ties in thé early history of the Black press with more
contemporary developments, T Madison adds.

Thus the marketing of a Black newspaper presents unique
challenges. We can no longer sit back and think that people
will simply buy our product because it Ts Black. There is too
much competition for our time and other resources. On the
other hand, a Black newspaper should not and cannot be com-
pared to White-owned media or to other forms of Black media

. .. Black magazines and Black radio stations. Carolyn Mar-
tindale, author of the 1986 book entitled, The White Press In
Black America, an assistant profe8sor of journalism at
Youngstown State University in Youngstown, Ohio concludes,
oDespite all their improvements in minority coverage and hir-
ing, the White-owned American media clearly do not stay with

yet you get a feeling that Bob is
a christian person with very high

a racial story until the causes have died away. Admittedly
Martinda! savs, it is asking much to exvert them to do so,
considering the myriad of other conflicts and situations about
which they are expected to keep the public informed. On the
other hand, judging from the proliferation of lifestyle and
leisure-time material appearing in American newspapers
these days, the (White) press does not lack the space or the
reporters to provide more thorough coverage of the continu-
ing tragic effects of racism in our society. �

Still, the Black press is fading. Advertising dollars are
dwindling. Readers are disappearing faster than they are be-
ing replaced. The question is, ~ ~if the Black newspaper is
overhauled (content and reproduction - wise), if it is com-
petitively priced and if it is properly promoted, will it succeed?
The answer is no, unless the element in the standard
marketing mix is properly addressed " place or distribution.

We have found that distribution is a serious problem for the
AFRO. No matter how good the paper becomes, how fairly it
is priced, how heavily it is promoted " if it is not easily
available, few people will go out of their way to find it. Ac-
cessibility is key.

Too often distribution is overlooked. And, in the newspaper
business distribution or circulation is the driving force of
newspaper revenue. The cycle goes something like this "
advertisers are influenced by circulation numbers (so they can
compute and compare your cost per thousand). Circulation
numbers are directly influenced by both effective distribution,
and by product quality. No longer are advertisers willing to
buy the AFRO or any other black newspaper just because its
Black. This is especially true if the publication is not con-
sidered to be a mainstay of the community.

We strongly believe that a black newspaper cannot succeed
unless it promotes pride among its readers, its employees and
throughout the community. The AFRO-AMERICAN
Newspaper has a responsibility to serve the community. It has
a responsibility to listen to what its readers have to say and
respond accordingly. :

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everything he trys to conquer

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blems you think you have out for
you.

You Tll be surprised what we
can do "you Tll probably have a

diriveway. Drop by and see
Ronald Williams across from
Carolina East Mall Monday "
Saturday and test drive a
Daihatsu.

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SHOWN ABOVE IS CLIFF COLES RELAXING AT HOME IN

PRINCEVILL, NORTH CAROLINA

BY: JEFF DAVIS

Let us first go back to April
1989, with a few days on hand
after attending the National
School Board meeting in
Anaheim, California. Dr. Clifford
Coles and his wife Marsha Baker
Coles of Princeville, NC, have ac-
quired tickets to see the Price Is
Right Television Show with Bob
Barker. They arrived at the
studio at 10:00 a.m. and returned
at 6:00 p.m. on April 5th for tap-
ing of the show. On the way into
the studio, a director asked ques-
tions of all who entered to see if
they might find interesting per-
sons to be contestants. You must
answer to your name ~ ~nick
names � are not accepted because
winners cannot be taxed by nick
names! ! Name tags are made for
persons entering. The Price Is
Right and winners are liable to
the state of California. The direc-

contestant number 4, Clifford
Coles, Come On Down!!! Dr.
Coles says, ~ o ~He jumped up 5 feet
off the floor, T but his wife
disagrees. She says, ~ ~It was she
that jumped 5 feet off the floor,
screaming and clapping her
hands. Dr. Coles ran down to con-
testants row and is soon the win-
ner of a brand new microwave
stove oven combination, which he
thought was a washing machine.
He plays the money game on
stage with Bob Barker, giving the
rules of the game. Dr. Coles wins
a brand new 1989 blue Pontiac
Sunbird, of which he thought was
red, He prefers cream colored
cars. Bob Barker now says, o ~Clif-
ford, come over here and spin
that wheel, T T which Dr. Coles
finds heavy and hard to spin, He
spins and the wheel stops on ~ ~95 T T.
Bob Barker says, ~ ~Clifford,
you've got 95. Now you don Tt want

moral values -- WHOOPS -- time
for a commerical break, as the
House and Stage lights dim and
the cameras are off. Bob Barker
goes out on stage, mounts on a
stool and receives questions from
the audience, who asks questions
about his life, career, death of his
wife, and if he has a lady in his
life, and so on to which. He said,
oYes, however. � ~ o ~He does not
have marriage plans yet. � Oh
yes, where is Mrs. Marsha Coles?
She s hoarse now from scream-
ing, cheering, and jumping and
will not be able to talk for two
days.

Is there life after winning? Dr.
Coles is now numb with disbelief
at winning a stove and a new car,
who back home is going to believe
this. He thinks, ~ ~When do I get
my prize? Will I have to drive
them to Tarboro from Califor-
nia? T The show officials on the
Price is Right, put out a search
with local dealers in Tarboro and
other areas of North Carolina to
find a car just like the one that
Clifford won on the show. One
cannot be found.

After returning home, reality
sets in. First to arrive is an of-
ficial letter for the State of
California Income Tax Division
for Dr. Coles to pay $548.00 in ad-
vance in order to get his prizes.

RONALD WILLIAMS

Ronald Williams have been in
the car business for 13 years. He
started with Tarheel Toyota in
1977 as a sales representative.
Don Sigmon. bought Tarheel
Toyota in 1980 and changed the
name to Toyota East. He stayed
on as a sales representative.
Through hard work, he won four
trips out to Las Vegas with
Toyota. He won four millionaires
weekends with Toyota to Fort
Lauderdale Florida and in 1978,
he was in the International Sales
Society with Toyota. ~ ~I thank
God that through all my hard
work in helping Don Sigmon grow
that he made me sales manager
of Sigmon Daihatsu. �

Daihatsu is a Japanese car that
has been in Japan for eighty
years, Daihatsu is number one in
Japan. Daihatsu has a 1.0 liter 3
cylinder engine that is fuel in-
jected, in other words it Ts very
fast for a small car. Daihatsu

new Daihatsu sitting in your

tor sitting in his chair asked Dr. to spin again, do you? � The stove was shipped by 8¢ts 38 miles to the gallon in the
Coles, who are you? Dr. Coles C deems this goodadvice freight from Atlanta afew days city and 42 on the highway.
replys, ~ ~I Tm Clifford Coles, T and says in his very low, smooth ater, The car couldnotbe found; | Daihatsu has a 36 month 36 thou-
director, ~ ~What do you do Clif- voice, oNo, I'll stop at 95. � Clif- cash amount equal to the cost 829d mile bumper to bumper
ford? � T Dr. Coles, ~I Tm your ford on to the showcase of the car was sent by check six | Warranty. How many car dealers
friendly undertaker from Tar- and loses by over months later. The Coles say, ffer a warranty like that, not
boro, North Carolina. The last bidding. oThe moment still lives with �"�any. This shows that the
person to let you down, � The BynowCliffordhasformedan them because people still ask if it | Japanese aren Tt worried about
director rolls with laughter, vir- impression of the shows host Bob wag real. � this top quality car having major
tually assuring Coles to be a breakdowns or many problems.
contestant, In order to purchase a car you
The Price Is Right studio fills PI I S f se have a " paviaant and |
250-275 is it credit. ve fourtl some sul De ee cree Tee
elation. Dr. Coles ae Tbe ay | $ sale pen think their credi? is bad WASHINGTON, NC... As The ~m T Voice camera travels
noise was deafening. So loud you This H lid | & from minor theyhagedone throughout Eastern North Carolina, the beauty of African
could hardly hear yourself . 0 ay eason in the past. Don Tt you be the judge American women caught our eye. Shown above is a beautiful
think, � : ; ; . of your credit, because'the pro- young sister who was shopping at Smith Ts Red and White
-_ Dr, Coles is brought back © | If You Drink, Don Tt Drive | bemyouthinkyounave may not Supermarket
when all of a sudden he | oath 0 be a problem to the bank. Come Ananth iil
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TO THE EDITOR:

Mayor Ed Carter demonstrat-
ed the ten commandments of suc-
cess and we salute him for a job
well done. They are:

1. Work hard.

2. Study hard.

3. Have initiative.

4. Love your work.

5. Be exact.

6. Have the spirit of conquest.
7. Cultivate personality.
8. Help and share with others.
10. In all things do your best, for
when you have done your best,
you have done everything. The
person who has done less than his
best has done nothing.
Because he has been suc-
cessful, the 3 D Ts to be a winner
- desire, determination. and

discipline - are his.

oLives of great men all remind us
We can make our lives sublime,
And, departing, leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time. T T

Long live your footprints,
Mayor Ed Carter!!!

Beatrice C, Maye

Facts About Pitt Community College's

$10 Million Bond Referendum Dec. 12

Fact: Pitt Community College Is Important To Pitt County.
For 28 years, PCC has offered low-cost, high-quality education to meet

the needs of Pitt County citizens. Curriculum programs in 43 technical,
vocational, and college transfer areas have given marketable job skills to
More than 26,000 citizens.
PCC is a vital part of Pitt County's ability to attract new business and

industry, improve opportunities for employment, and keep up with the
economic development in neighboring counties.

Fact: Pitt Community College's enrollment continues to grow by
three to five percent per year, but its classroom space has not been
expanded significantly.

Fact: The facilities that will be built with bond referendum monies
are the facilities that can assist the college in best serving the
community. The facilities include: an allied health classroom building,
welding classroom building, masonry classroom building, general class-
room building, a storage and maintenance building, and a childcare

center.

Fact: Pitt County can afford the bond referendum. Pitt County
Commissioners are intent on keeping the tax rate as low as possible.

They have agreed that the bond issue is the best way to fund the college's
current construction needs. County officials have reported that a tax
increase may not be necessary to repay the bonds. However, if a tax
increase is necessary, it would not exceed .0325 per $100 valuation.

enrollment.

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Fact: The college does not have a simple alternative if the referen-
dum does not pass. PCC officials would need to reassess its priorities of
program offerings and decide how to best serve the community and limit

Fact: The campus expansion is not a step toward becoming a four-
year college. PCC and all other North Carolina community colleges are
charged and legally bound to provide training from basic literacy to the

second year of college.

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Pitt Community College

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Fellowship Gospel Choir will

pear td condéet ot Syéainncy Hl ;
Baptist Church, 225 W. 8th Street,
Greenville, N.C., on Sunday, "
December 10, 1989, at 5:00 P.M. |

The 50 voice choir is being |
osponsored by the Pitt County "
Chapter of A & T State Universi-
ty Alumni Association, during its "

Annual Scholarship Drive.

The public is cordially invited "

to attend.

AN OPEN LETTER TO
FAMILY MEN

Dads, husbands, YOU are the
osafe place. � You are our protec-
tor and provider. And when you
gather us for a time with God, we
need a safe place. A safe place,
not a lecture. A safe place, not a
sermon. A very human dad/hus-
band who simply cares about God
and us. We don Tt need or even
want a o ~spiritual giant. � T We just
want you.

And we need a gathering time
(phone unplugged) where it Ts
safe to say to each other, o(How
are you and the Lord getting
along? � T ~ ~How can we pray to-
day? �

We need a gentlemen leader,
not a general. Gracious. Relaxed.
Human. A family shepherd who
exhibits not infallible authority,
but a thirst for God.

Every day? Not necessarily.

Tue ~ ~M � T Voice

JIM ROUSE
Publisher

GEORGIA ROUSE
Business Manager and Owner

EVELYN COHEN
Asst. to Pres. and Office Manager

JEFF DAVIS
Rocky Mount Manager

ABDUL ROUSE - CHILDREN
Co-Publisher

SOLINOR N. ROUSE - CHILDREN
Co-Publisher

CALVIN JONES
Editor and Program Director

OFFICE ADDRESS
clo WOOW Radio Station
304 Evans Street
Greenville, North Carolina
(919) 757-0425

Often? Yes, Long? No. Where?
Anywhere. How? Sense where
we Tre at, and zero in. We may
need heavy-duty confessing to
each other and to God . . . silent
prayer... exuberant praise (try
sing-a-long tapes) . . . Bible
study. But not every time.
Thanks for listening, Dad (Hus-
band). Remember, we need you.

Your Family

WHAT GOD IS LIKE...

A school teacher suggested that
the children in her class take
some TV phrases fro com-
mercials and see if théy could
make them applicable to God.
They may suffer a bit from the
hard-shell techniques, but the
sentiments are as genuine as the
faith of the.child:

God is like . . . Bayer Aspirin.
He works wonders.

God is like. . . Ford. He Ts got
better ideas.

God is like . . . Dial Soap. He
gives you Tround the clock
protection.

God is like ... Pam Am. He
makes the going great.

God is like . . . Coke. He Ts the
real thing.

God is like . . . Scope. He makes
you feel fresh.

God is like . . . Southern Bell.

There Ts more to him than meets

the eye.

And how is this for a climax:
God is like . . . Hall Mark

Cards. He cared enough to send

the very best.

oIt Ts God Ts right to demand;
we have no right but to obey. � T

~The Christian must live in the
world, but he must not let the
world live in him. �

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THE HEALTH WOES OF
BLACKS ...

Look at four health lems
that have devastating oben on
blacks, and hence are of special
importance to all Americans. "

1. Alcoholism. Most are pa-
tients in hospital that are under
severe economic stress, racial
tension, marital strain. Many
never got the education that
might enable them to cope in our
increasingly complex society. An
appalling number of blacks ar-
rive at the hospital close to death
from pneumonia. Alcohol abuse

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take advantage of the prenatal

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Hypertension
- high blood pressure - is the most
serious health problem of blacks
in America today. One-quarter of
the 25 million Americans who
have hypertension are black.
About one black person out of
every four, 18 and over, has it;
the ratio rises to two out of five
among blacks over 40. Do
Howard W. Kenny, former
medical director of the Veterans

CONGRATULATIONS ; . Shown at the grand opening ot

Greenville Ts newest Art Gallery, Enlord Gallery, located at the
corner of Evans and Fifth Street is owner Jo Linder Sanders
and Greenville Ts newly elected Mayor Nancy Jenkins. Mrs.
Jenkins is a lover of art and was on hand to congratulate Mrs.

Sanders. Drop By!!

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Walter Jones Jr.
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State representative Walter
Jones, Jr. (D-Pitt) was recently
honored by the Motorcycle In-
dustry. Council, Inc., a trade
association whose members in-
clude all major manufacturers of
motorcycles; and the Concerned
Bikers Association of North
Carolina, with chapters
throughout the state; and the
Motorcycle Safety Foundation, a
national organization which
works to promote safety among
cyclists.

Representative Jones was
recognized and presented a Cer-
tificate of Appreciation for his ef-
forts in sponsoring and shepher-
ding House Bill 1175, the ~ ~Motor-
cycle Safety Instruction Pro-
gram, � T through the General
Assembly Ts 1989 Session.

During the past three years
North Carolina has experienced
and average of 85 fatalities and
2422 injuries in motorcycle ac-
cidents. The incidence of
fatalities per 10,000 motorcycle
registrations is among the worst
in the nation.

The legislation represents an
important attempt to address this
problem by creating funds to sup-
port a program of motorcycle
safety education and training.
The $3.00 special tax proposed by
the bill is to generate
about $200,000 annually and will
make it possible to train and cer-
tify instructors, to improve
motorcycle safety courses, and to
make age available
statewide. The bill was supported

Adminstration Ts © northeast

ure kills blacks males bet-
ween the ages of 25 and 44 at 1544
times the rate for whites, and
kills black females at 17 times the
rate for white females. And half
of those who do know are being
treated through medicines and
proper diet.
Why is hypertension found so
often among blacks? There is
convincing evidence that it has
much to do with eating too much
salt and other dietary factors.
4. Mental Disturbances. If an
inner-city youngster survives and
makes it to adulthood, he or she
is likely to be angry, embittered,
enraged. The repeated failures in
school, the discrimination, the
constant roadblocks, the menial

. jobs available - all take a terrible

mental toll, The youngsters grow

| up with feelings of self-hatred and
worthlessness. Many reach the

point where they care little about
anything.

What can we do?, What will
relieve the suffering from these
and other diseases that takes
such a terrible toll in black
America? Basically, what is
needed is education - education of
more black doctors, of blacks, of
the public. As of 1972, only two
percent of the nation Ts physicians
were black.

We need black teachers, school
counselors, practicing doctors
who will educate youngsters on
the need for proper diet and sen-
sible health care. Some blacks
are taking the responsibility of
educating their less fortunate
brothers and sisters about the
dangers of high blood pressure,
the need to use the VD clinics. We
need more black churches,
sororities, fraternities, social
clubs to take up the challenge. We
all can, and must increase our ef-
forts on many fronts to prevent

mental illness, malnutrition, the ~

complications of VD, hyperten-
sion, alcoholism and the other
diseases which ravage black
America and consequently
burden an entire nation.

Dr. Charles S. Ireland, M.D.
Howard University Hospital

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The citizens of Sharpsburg, ac-
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sburg Christmas Parads Com-
mittee says, ~ ~People all over this
three county town; black, white
and others, businesses, churches
and law enforcement are excited
and working together in a very

close effort to haye a great
parade, to be held Saturday,
December 16th at 10:30 AM.

Mrs. Bonnie Johnson, one of
the co-chairpersons says,
~ ~Everything is shaping up for a
great parade. � Mrs. Johnson is a
resident of the Brickyard Com-
munity on the Wilson County side
of town. Mrs. Johnson is rejoicing
this holiday season for two
reasons; she is returning to work
this week after being out of work
for months due to a back injury
and also about helping to plan the
Christmas parade. Mrs. Johnson
reflects the feelings of other com-
mittee members of this event.
She said, ~ ~One of the groups she
has contacted is a group of young
people from Thorne Chapel Bap-
tist Church, who play in-
struments under the direction of
Mr. Dennis Norwood.

The M Voice spoke with Mrs.
Lettie Rackley, who says, ~ ~That
when Sharpsburg Elementary
School was open in the 1950 Ts
parades were an every year oc-
currence, with the PTA teachers

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Pitt County Memorial Hospital
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Initially, the program will focus
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oThis program stems from a col-
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Plans also call for an area-wide
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oIn Pitt County and the surround-
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ing so that efforts are multiplied

(Continued on page 9)

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Other events associated with the
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Here are some suggestions for
parents: Talk with your children
about the pressures the family is
under. Let them help with the din-
ner and cleaning ups. Listen to
your children. Parents are so
eager to teach that they end up
preaching. Create regular fami-
ly times, including sit-down din-
ners as many nights a week as
possible, and rituals like summer
trips or holiday feasts. Don Tt look
for short cuts. There Ts no quick,
easy way to teach values or
establish discipline. If parents
are too into their careers, their
kids will look elsewhere for
guidance and that Ts how they get
into trouble. When scheduling ac-
tivities for your youngsters, ask:
What Ts my motivation for wan-
ting my child to do this or that?
What do I appreciate my child
for? How often do I show it? Don Tt
criticize children interms of the
way their behavior may jeopar-
dize your professional or social
life, such as making you late for
a meeting or forcing you to
cancel your trip. Don Tt get so in-
volved that you Tre doing your
children Ts homework or trying to
solve their problems for them.
Children need to learn about
failure as well as success. Treat
your children with the same
courtesy you would an impor-
tant client or superior. If you
have to cancel an outing, explain
why and set up another date.
Beware of trying your love to
your child Ts performance.
Parents express their love by tell-
ing their children they want them
to succeed. Believe that your
children want to do the best.
Children have such good inten-
tions. They desparately want to
please their parents. If you just
correct rather than criticize, the
relationship can blossom. Praise
again and again. Try to find at
least one thing, however small, to
compliment each day. Just as
you would do with an employee or
subordinate, emphasize ac-
complishments rather than short-
comings. If you have several
children, take one out alone at
least once a month for a really
special event, such as dinner at
a restaurant. Children today brag
about how much time their
parents spend with them. Show
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sive toy can compare or compete
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ing hugs at least once a day.
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tance of children earning their
own money. And make sure
youngsters do chores so they feel
they Tre contributing to the
household. Rather than giving
children toys or clothes they ask
for, let them save for them. If you
don Tt have to wait or work for
anything, you never feel a surge
of joy at getting it. If you feel
overwhelmed, get professional
help. Sometimes a parenting
course alone teaches the skills
parents need most.

From: American Health
October 1989

SOME STATISTICS...

. . About 60% of our kids have
used alcohol by the eighth
gradeg Two and a half million of
our teenagers get sexually
transmitted diseases each year.
Emotional disorders afflict
millions of children, and most of
them receive no treatment.

. . Our kids are pressured to
have sex at 12, get high at 13, and
get even at 14.

DOCTOR TS CORNER

BY: CYNTHIA L. DOCTOR

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CHRISTMAS GIVING

~Tis the season for giving. To-
day, for many the Christmas holi-
day begins the day after
Thanksgiving. Many families
have long begun to plan and shop
for toys and gifts for their
children. Those families may be
wisest among all of us.
Christmas, though seldom
discussed, can be one of the
heaviest financial burdens for the
family breadwinners. Many
parents shop endlessly without
first developing a family budget.
Credit cards are most often over
extended and in some cases,
family bills are left unpaid in
order to purchase material items
for the children and spouses. Is
this wise spending? Further,
what do we teach our children
when we splurge and wreck the
family Ts economic balance for
the next half of the year?

Steps for wise Christmas
spending:

1. Set a budget for holiday gifts
and other related expenses, and
stick to it. Many of us cannot
resist attempting to fulfill our
children Ts every Christmas wish.
Most often after the holiday
season, the children llosg interest
in many of the items before they
learn to fully appreciate or use

the toy.
2. Plan carefully the gifts to be
purchased. Consider your

children Ts ages, stage of develop-
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ing out with credit cards and
check books in hand. Invest in
educational toys -- computers,
software, etc. that the entire
family can benefit from.

3. Shop early in the season
when possible, Getting caught up
in last minute stocking stuffers
can reek havoc on even the most
well thought budget and
planning.

4, Consider what Christmas
giving is all about. Our society
has become so materialistic that
we sometimes forget what we ac-
tually should be celebrating dur-
ing the holiday season. Gifts that
are homemade can be as
precious as others. Most often
there gifts let the individual know
how much thought and effort
you've put into sharing yourself
with them. Family projects this
season can center around
creating handmade items to
share.

5. Remember the importance
of giving of one Ts time during this
yuletide. Don Tt let extra gifts,
toys, and clothing take the place
of spending time with your
children, friends and relatives.

COMMUNICATING
YOUR PARENTS

This week Ts column is a
message to children in the many
families in our community.
Although this column has been
primarily an aid and an appeal to
parents, it Ts the children Ts turn
this week.

Have you ever had a problem
that you were afraid to discuss
with your parents? Perhaps this
feeling was based on fear of
punishment, loss of affection, or
loss of respect from your parents.
Some of the roles of childhood
and of being in a family are to
learn to accept disciple, to obey,
and to make the necessary
changes in your behavior.
Therefore the fear of punishment
from your parents is a legitimate
one. It is a parent Ts responsibili-
ty to punish for improper
behavior. Punishment is general-
ly much more severe if parents
learn from outsiders (teacher,
neighbor, police, etc.) things that
you should have trusted them
enough to tell them.

Consider for the moment the
types of punishments that exist
today. Compare these
punishments to those of your
parents. Police or legal punish-
ment may be harsh. School "
teachers and _ principals "
punishments, may be imper-
sonal. Such impersonal disciple
can lower self esteem. Outside

(Continued on page 11)

WITH

ISLAM
IN FOCUS

IN THE NAME OF ALLAH THE
BENEFICENT THE
MERCIFUL

by Noria Halimah Namaz

As Salaam Alaikum, Greetings
of Peace from Masjid Al Nur.

oPRAISE BE TO ALLAH,
THE LORD OF THE WORLDS,
THE BENEFICENT, THE
MERCIFUL, MASTER OF THE
DAY OF REQUITAL. THEE DO
WE SERVE AND THEE DO WE
BESEECH FOR HELP. GUIDE
US ON THE RIGHT PATH, THE
PATH OF THOSE UPON WHOM
THOU HAST BESTOWED
FAVOURS, NOT THOSE UPON
WHOM WRATH IS BROUGHT
DOWN, NOR THOSE WHO GO
ASTRAY. � HOLY QURAN 1:1-7

The above 7 verses are called
by God the o ~oft repeated verses. �
Muslims recite these verses at
least 35 times a day. In these
verses we give praise to the one
and only God whose name is
Allah. I prefer to call God by the
name Allah. It is an Arabic word
which means God, but it encom-
passes all of God Ts attributes. The
attributes are beautiful names
such as the Beneficent, the Mer-
ciful, the Master, the Most Lov-
ing, the Protector, the Most Pa-
tient. All in all God has 99 at-
tributes, and the name Allah
means all of them. When
Muslims recite these verses we
humbly identify ourselves to
Allah, and we show understan-
ding of His Glory and Power. We
state that we only seek His
assistance in our daily lives, and
because we only turn to Him, we
ask that He guide us on the true
path.

Life offers us many paths to
follow. The choices are confusing.
We are born into one path and
may later in life choose another.
Someone asked me why I chosed
the Islamic faith. In retrospect I
must say that I did not choose
Islam, God chose Islam for me.
Like most Americans, I grew up
in a Christian home. I also attend-
ed Christian schools. I always
thought that I would be a Chris-
tian, but in my heart I was
always drawn to Islam. From my
earliest recollection, I had ques-
tions about some of the Christian

(Continued on page 12)

Sharpsburg to have
first Christmas

Parade in 18 years
(Continued from page 4

and students working together
making floats and costumes. Elm
City School would always furnish
the parade band and music to
march by � T.

Mrs. Boykin, Mrs. Johnson,
and Mrs. Rackley talked about
private funds being raised by the
citizens of Sharpsburg to put new
lights on the Christmas Tree at
Sharpsburg Baptist Church.
Lights were placed on the tree at
6:30 PM the night of December
6th.

The Parade, Saturday,
December 16th at 10:30 AM, will
have 70 or more units which will
include cars, horses, carts,
bands, clowns, Fire and Rescue
units, Boy and Girl Scouts,
Mayors, Miss Sharpsburg,
Television celebrity Tom Suiter,
Channel 5, will appear possibly as
Grand Marshall of the parade.
Santa will arrive on a big sleigh
at the parade Ts end. Santa Ts float
will be sponsored by Sharpsburg
Red and White, other chairper-
sons are Mrs. Dot Lucas and Mr.
Robert Smith.

Mr. Smith has told M Voice
that people on both sides of the
track are a number one folks who
chipped in and paid for the lights
for the Christmas Tree.

Mr. Smith also said, ~ ~That the
pastor of the Sharpsburg Baptist
Church, Reverend Tom Bland,
coordinated plans for blacks and
white churches to come and carol
at the tree on the night of
December 6th. � T

Without
Advertising

A Terrible
Thing
Happens...

NOTHING

NASH

Glasses

Trays

SPECIAL EVENTS

Party

Store Hours:
6:00 to 5:00
Monday thru Friday

Fun Machines

Christian Gift Shop
and © Bibles
Church Supply

Ivester Walker

A Divsion of oU-Ren-Co � T

Beverage Containers
Concession Equipment
Specializing onm
~ ~Lally / Party
and
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TENTS FOR
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ote Maan Alta

756-7903 oF Toll Free 1-600-476-8736

EDGECOMBE
AND WILSON
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Linen

Chairs

Tables

BUSINESS

2803 Evans Street - Greenville, North Carolina 27858

Rentals

Telephone
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A complete line of

® Books

Christian Supplies

® Communion

®@ Furniture
© Gospel Music
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167 W. Main Street
Washington, NC S7*°*

THE ~M T VOICE-THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7-WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1989-7

L Grual
901 Hackney Avenue
Washington, N.C. 27889

Doris Stokes & Lois Edwards
Owners & Operators

975-3255

andl dou" *
for HOLIDAY CASH, call us!

Everyone can use some extra money during the holidays
and furnishing cash to good people like you is one of the
things we do best. Simply tell us how much you need, give
us a short time to complete the details and, upon approval,
the cash will be waiting when you stop in. And have a
wonderful holiday

AMERICAN CREDIT COMPANY

3005 South Memorial Drive
Post Office Box 8025
Greenville, NC 27635

JESSE M. BAKER
Manager
Phone: (919) 355-7100

Professional
Business
Services

® Accounting

© Bookkeeping

¢ Consultant

* Tax Preparation

* Typing
® Notary

157 W. Main Street

Washington, NC 27889

lvester Walker 975-3636

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LEE TS BARBER SHOP
Modern Hair Cuts

Men, Boys

Ladies 207 W. 4th Street
Designer Washington, N.C.
Hair Cuts 975-2422

" ALL MEATS PREPARED UNDER N.C.D.A. INSPECTIONS "

1/2 Beef cut and wrap .............c0eceeee 1.35 Ib.
Hind cut and Wrap............cceeceeeeeee sees 1.55 Ib.
Front cut and Wrap .......... 5. sees eee enes 1.30 Ib.
T-Bone Steak... .10 Ibs. ......... eee 29.90
Sirloin Steak... 10 Ibs. oe... ee 28.90
Rib Steak... 10 Ibs. oo. ee eee 27.90
Round Steak .............:cccecceeeeeeeeneee ees 1.89 Ib.
Chuck Steak .............cccceceeeeeeeeeeeeees 1.69 Ib.
Rib-Eye Steak... .10 Ibs... 39.90
Rib Stew Beef .............cccceceeeeeeee eee enes 13.90
Boneless Stew Beef ..............cceceeeee ee 1.99 Ib.
Ground Beef ..............cceceeseseeeeeeweees 1.35 Ib.
Turkey Wings... .10 lbs. .................... 5.90
Jamestown All Meat Hotdogs . .10 Ibs. .... 11.50
Yorktown Bacon . .(6) 1 Ib. pks. .............. 4.99
Beef Bar-B-Q Ribs .............c cece eee ees 1.69 Ib.
Pork Sausage (Tom Thumbs) .............. 1.99 Ib.

Juice, several flavors ...............0.0000

Call In Orders For FAST SERVICE!
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All Beef " Western
All Pork " Native
No Limit on Purchases {%
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Greenville Faces

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Without Advertising A Terrible
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Ham Hocks Smoked... .10 Ibs. ............ 11.90
Country Sausage Dry . . .10 Ibs. .............. 19.90,
Links, Sausage... .10 Ibs. ...........eeeeeee 14.50
Bulk, Sausage... .10 Ibs. wo... cc. cece eee 12.80
Pork Tailed (Corned) ..................0ceeeeee .99 Ib.
Country Side Pepper Coated .............. 1.19 Ib.
Pork Chittling, Raw... 10 Ibs. ...........08. 5.50
Fres.. Pork Neckbones ... .10 Ibs. ............ 3.90
Pork Chop, frozen... .10 Ibs. ............8. 16.90
Pork Salt Side (Small) ................0.000 1.09 Ib.
Slab Bacon Slice ..........cceeceseceeeeeeees 1.39 Ib
Slab Bacon Whole .............sceceeeeeeeee 1.09 Ib
Fresh Pork Shoulder ...........0..0c0sceeee 1.09 Ib.
Lard, 25 lb. Pail (Smithfield) ................4 10.95
Pork Chops Center Cut Frozen . . .10 Ibs. .. 19.90
Country Ham Hocks . . .10 Ibs. .............. 11.90
Corn Bread Sticks (12 dOZ.)........:seceeeeeeees 8.00
Pork Spare Riblet . . . .10 Ibs. ............006 10.90

Jimmy Green Smoked Sausage . .10 Ibs. .... 13.60
Jimmy Brown Ts Smoked Sausage . .10 Ibs... 13.80
Pork Smoked Shoulder.........:.00+++++008 1,29 Ib.

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December 1 through December 31

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Pork Chop, end cut... .10 Ibs. ............ 13.90
Pig Front Feet ...........:ccccceccseeeeeeeeeeees .39 Ib.
Bologna, Stick-All Meat ................066. 1.39 Ib.
Smoked Ham Bone .................ceeeeeeeees .99 Ib.
Fresh Pork Back Bone .................es00 1.49 Ib.
Fresh Pork Hams .............ccccceeeeeseecs 1.15 Ib.
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10 lb. T-Bone Steak
10 lb. Ground Beef
10 lb. Chicken Whole

10 lb. Sirloin Steak
10 Ib. Grd. Bf. Pattys
10 Ib. Smkd. Sausage

10 Ib. Prk. Chps. Mix 10 Ib. Fryers
40 Ib. for $69.95 40 Ib. for $49.95
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10 Ib, Round Steak 10 lb. Pig Feet

10 Ib. Hot Dogs

10 Ib, Chick Leg 1/4

10 lb. Pk. Sp. Ribs
40 Ib. for $47.95

10 Ib. Pork Spare Ribs

10 Ib. Chicken Wings

10 Ib. Pork Sausage
40 Ib. for $39.95

Open
MONDAY THRU SATURDAY
8:00 A.M. " 6:00 P.M.

Pollard Trading Post

100 Pollard Street
} Behind Fred Webb Ts Grain Mill
Greenville, North Carolina
PHONE 758-2277 .
Owner and Operator

__ George Whitley

et

~

Pitt Co. Memorial
Hospital receives
$118,500 grant

rather than needlessly dupli-
cated, T T said Bailey

Pitt Memorial President Dave
McRae is pleased the hospital is
making a commitment to preven-
tion.

oHistorically, hospitals have been
more involved in the treatment
and rehabilitation of accident vic-
tims, � McRae said. ~ ~We look for-
ward to working with existing
community programs to become
more involved in injury preven-
tion. �

Motor vehicle crashes are the
leading cause of death in the United
States among people ages one to 34
years. In Pitt County alone, there
has been an increase in fatalities

Artist / Illustrator Il

The Artist /Illustrator Il is responsible for
the design and production of a variety
of University publications. This in-

EA S$ T

CAROLINA | dividual along with the director and
UNIVERSITY other publications professionals will help

to implement and maintain the Univer-

sity Ts visual identity system on all University publications.
This indivudal should demonstrate competence in graphic
design and knowledge in print production. Candidates
must have a bachelor Ts degree in design or a related field
with a minimum of one year Ts work experience in graphic
design. A design portifolio must be presented at the in-
terview. Experience in desktop publishing and computeriz-
ed design on a Mac is desired. Send a cover letter with
resume and three references to Personnel Department, 701
E. Fifth Street, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC

communities.

N AMERICANS .. . The 126 session of the North Carolina Conference of the
Second Episcopal District African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church was held in Washington,
North Carolina at Metropolitan A.M.E. Church at 102 West 4th Street last week. The host, Pastor
Rev. David L. Moore is shown with other pastors. Bishop Alfred G. Dunston, Jr., was on hand
for the conference to head a march in downtown Washington to focus on drugs in the Black

Pitt County Store Disqualified
From Food Stamp Program

A Pitt County store has been
barred from participating in the
food stamp program because of
program violations the U.S. De-
partment of Agriculture Ts Food
and Nutrition Service reports.

Creech Ts Fruit & Produce, Route
3, Greenville, owned by J. B.
Creech, was permanently disquali-
fied based on evidence showing
that store personnel purchased
food stamps for cash.

Gerald Holt, of the Food and
Nutrition Service Ts Raleigh office,
said food stamps can be used le-
gally Olly to buy food or seeds and

plants to be used in gardens to
grow food.

Holt explained that before being
authorized to accept food stamps
from customers, storeowner must
agree to abide by food stamp pro-
gram rules. Violations of the rules
result in stores being disqualified
from the program for periods of
time ranging from six months to
permanently.

SUBSCRIBE

Sweaters ..........
Leather Coats
Slacks

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M.C. Hammer Pants

Cannon Ts Men Ts Shop
Christmas Sale

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CARTER TS

P.O. Drawer H -_ "

Convenient Mart
And Restaurant
Drawer H
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Bail Bondsman
(919) Phone 794-2305
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Brands: Asic, New

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_ SHOE OUTLET

(Next Door To Evans Seafood)

203 W. 9th St.
752-2332

ladies athletic shoes

, Reebok & Nike

since 1987. In 1986, the death toll 27858-4353.

due to motor vehicle crashes was
19. The toll rose to 21 in 1987 and 22
in 1988.

Research indicates that rural
populations are at greater risk for
morbidity and mortality from
traffic accidents than urban popu-
lations. A number of factors are

East Carolina University is an AA/EEO Employer and en-
courages applications from qualified women and
minorities. Federal law requires proper documentation of
identity and employability at the time of employment. It
is requested this documentation be included with your
application.

(Voice photo by Jim Rouse) (Continued on page II)

Study to shew thyself approved

Hours: 10-6
unto God. A workman that needeth Mon. - Sat _ _
not to be ashamed rightly dividing (919) 237-6124

the word of truth. I] Tim. 2:15

SKE b& A Chiuruk Supply Seer

1101 Downing Street @ Wilson, N.C. 27893

Lorraine Boykin Chris Peterson GRAVEL
Proprietor Salesman
ROCK
ACCOUNTING SAND
TECHNICIAN I TOP SOIL

Performs responsible accounting work in processing,
preparing and editing payroll and accounts
payable /receiveable; balances accounts on daily and mon-
thly basis; maintains fixed assets file; maintains accoun-
ting file and ledgers; assists with purchasing; performs
other related duties as required. Must be able to operate
computer, typewriter, check protector, and related office
equipment. Must have considerable knowledge of book-
keeping and accounting principles.

Clair Trucking, Inc.

DUMP TRUCKS FOR HIRE
CERTIFIED D.B.E. SUBCONTRACTOR

OWNER
MITCHELL ST. CLAIR
TELEPHONE: (919) 946-7959
707 JAMES DR. © WASHINGTON; NC 27889

at

Graduation from high school supplemented with addi-
tional courses in bookkeeping and accounting with 6
months of experience in accounting or related work and/or
equivaleat combination of training and experience re-
quired. oAssociate degree in accounting or related field
preferred.

St. Clair Trucking, Inc.
Will Haul Your Texas Gulf
Rejects For You, So Call Mitch
Or Barbara St. Clair At

(919) 946-7959

Starting Salary Range: $14,768.00-$18,200.00

Apply by 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 15th, 1989, to the
City of Greenville, Personnel Department, 201 W. 5th St.,
P.O. Box 7207, Greenville, NC 27835-7207.

EOE/AA M/F/H

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118 HAMLET STREET
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THE ~MW T VOICE-THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7-WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 19999

fags T

Committee for Voter Regisira-
tion by House Speaker J. L. (Joe)
Mavretic.

continuance of our
society. Because of the need that
I see for:a study of our state Ts

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nout in the rest o ain itis
important for us ~to learn what
other states are doing to have the
high percentage of voter par-

ticipation that are showm in re-
cent statistics. mly 43.3 per-
cent of our state's vo age
population voting in the national,

Season Ts Greetings
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LARGE STOCK OF KEROSENE HEATER WICKS & PARTS

INTERSECTION OF N. GREEN ST, AND PACTOLUS HWY.
GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 752-5759

Se

_ ting, climbing, and light to heavy physical activities. Starting

Recreation & Parks Department

LABORER - Performs general maintenance in the Parks Divi-
sion. Duties include assisting with minor repairs to facilities and
equipment, painting, carpentry, and other related work as
assigned. Position requires considerable bending, walking, lif-

Salary: $12,334.40.

CUSTODIAN - Performs general custodial work. Duties include
waxing and polishing floors; vacuuming and Iceaning carpets;
cleaning and disinfecting restrooms; washing windows, walls,
and doors; dusting and waxing furniture; and other related work
as assigned. Position requires considerable bending, walking
lifting, climbing, and light to heavy physical activities. Star-
ting Salary: $12,334.40.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I - Repsonsible for perform-
ing skilled carpentry and mechanical work in construction,
maintenance, and repair of buildings and facilities. Considerable
knowledge and experience in building construction and
maintenance required. Specific work involves remodeling, pain-
ting, cabinet making, wallpapering, plumbing, and electrical
work in City facilities. A valid N.C. driver Ts license is required.
Starting Salary: $14,768.00-$18,200.00

Apply by 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 15th, 1989, to the City
of Greenville, Personnel Department, 201 W. 5th St., P.O. Box
7207, Greenville, NC 27835-7207.

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PUBLIC
INFORMATION OFFICER

Performs responsible professional duties in the
development, production, and implementation of in-
ternal and external communications of the City
organization. Administers public information pro-
gram to include annual reports, press releases, news
articles, pamphlets, employee newsletter, cable pro-
gramming, speakers bureau, and related activities.

Must have excellent written and oral communication
skills and good working knowledge of the municipal
operations and procedures.

B.S. degree in journalism, communications, public
relations, or related field and 2-3 years responsible
experience.

Salary Range: $21,382.40-$26,457.60

Apply by 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 15th, 1989,
to the City of Greenville, Personnel Department, 201
W. 5th St., P.O. Box 7207, Greenville, NC
27835-7207.

WILLIAMSTON, NC... They call her Mama cause anybody
and everybody always drops by her store with there problems
and she always has an answer for most Brother and Sisters.
She urges everyone to stay away from drugs and to attend
church and keep God first in your life.

(Voice photo by Jim Rouse)

Regardless of your
preference, if we
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We will get it.

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thought to contribute to this in-
creased risk suchas delayed vic-
tim discovery and transport to
trauma centers, seat belt and
safety seat use, agricultural ve-
hicles, travel speeds, and alcohol
pete wha Sampo a
sm ,commu-
nity approach will allow for study
of these factors to determine which
have a more significant effect.
Bailey says the program will build
on data collected by the PCMH

FECEIVE BEAM scnina rom pg 9

Trauma Service for the N.C.
Trauma Registry as well as infor-
epartsiaict acca ae
e medi-
cine, surgery and rehabiiitative
medicine.
Currently, information is col-
lected only on victims of traffic
accidents who are admitted to the
hospital. The program will collect
data on patients that sustain inju-

riesasaresultoftrafficaccidents,

yet do not require hospitalization.

New Specials At
Brown Ts Chicken & BBQ

Hot Dogs 2/$1.08
Hamburgers 2/$1.60
Cheeseburgers 2/$1.85
Sausage Dogs $1.30
Grilled Ham and Cheese $1.88
Fries 55 Cents

(Tax included)

Brown's Chicken & BBQ Grill

1200 Highland Avenue
Mon. - Thurs. 11:30 - 11:00 p.m.

Fri. - 11:00 -
Sat. 7:00 - 2:00 a.m.

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2:00 a.m.

Sun. 1-11 p.m.

NUMBER ONE..

THE ~M T VOICE-THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7-WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1999-11

. The One Ts Social Club held their annual ball last Saturday at the American

Legion for the crowning of the new queen for 1990. The new queen is Mamie Joyner. Members,
left to right, are Mary Gilbert, Fay Matthres, Barbra Murray, Rachel Short, Faye Williams,
Lucy Mitchell, Lillian Harris, Dessie Williams, Dot Sailbury, Brenda Moore and outgoing queen,
Virgie Ward. Special salute to former member Willie Mae Carney.

Clark honored recently

Councilman Roland H. Clark of
Tarboro was recently honored by
City Council Members of
Lafayette, Louisiana. He was
awarded a key to the city and the
title of Honorary Council Person
was also conferred unpon him.

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Lafayette has a population of
some 82,600 people. The recogni-
tion was in appreciation of infor-
mation and/or expertise in the
area of community and economic
developemnt via a symposium.

Councilman Clark currently
serves on the National League of
Cities Policy Committee on Com-
munity and Economic Develp-
ment. He is also a vice-chairman
for the North Carolina League of
Municipatities Policy Committee
on Community and Economic
Development. He was recently
appointed by Mayor M.A. Rayof
Tarboro to the town Ts Planning
and Economic Development
Commission for a 2 year period.

(Voice photo by Jim Rouse)

State Representative
Walter B. Jones, dr. is
named Chairman of
the House Select
Committee

(Contined from page 10)

this position "especially since my
legislative record and experience
reflect my interest in voter par-
ticipation and reform in the elec-
toral process. �

Jones, a fourth term legislator,
chairs Election Laws and Con-
stitutional Amendments as a
member of the House Judiciary
Committee. He is well known
throughout the state for his ef-
forts in election reform.

DOCTOR TS CORNER
(Continued from page 6/

authorities usually are much
more severe and restrictive in
their punishment and discipline
than are parents. Parents disci-
ple and counsel with love and
understsanding. Regardless of
your feelings today, as an adult,
you'll look back and some of your
life experiences and give your
parents the praise!

For example, suppose you are
pressured by your peers to use
drugs, join a gang, or to engage
in sexual activities. You do not
feel that you are ready or want to
be involved in these types of ac-
tivity. You also are afraid to
discuss the issue with your
parents. Given the opportunity to
discuss it, your parents can give
you very effective ways to handle
the situation. More than likely
they have experienced the same
pressures. Their experiences put
them in a far better position to
view situations objectively and
maturely. They love you and
have your best interest at heart.
TALK to your parents. Parental
love withstands the tests of time.
Your parents will be there when
all others turn their backs.

Let Ts suppose that you have
succumbed to the pressures
previously described. You know
that what you are doing is wrong.
Or worse, you Tve committed
dangereous acts in a gang,
become addicted to drugs, gotten
pregnant or fathered a child.
Who, more than likely, will see
you through police and court ac-
tion; drug rehabilitation; and the
consequences of early parenting?
YOUR PARENTS.

Remember, children have
roles in the family, just as do
parents. One of the roles of
children in families is to accept
the protection efforts of their
parents. Parental protection ef-
forts include meeting your
physical, emotional, and educa-
tional needs. DON TT BE AFRAID
TO GO TO YOUR PARENTS
FOR HELP.

LEE TS GULF

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1545 S. Church St.

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particularly Trinity. I felt that
immaturity and youth prevented
me from understanding the con-
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rigid. I instead searched out other
regligions such as Buddhism,
Hinduism and Judaism. Each of
these religions gave me valuable
insight into the Nature of God and
religion, but something was miss-
ing. Finally, I decided to check
out Islam. By this time, I had
become involved in the Black
movements of the late 60 Ts and
early 70 Ts. From this experience
I developed a love for myself and
anything that was of Africa. I
decided to join the Nation of
Islam because it stressed that
Black people should be proud of
who they are, and should start
building for self. Still, because of
the way the Nation of Islam was
structured, I did not get into the
nitty-gritty of Al Islam. It was
almost a year after joining the
Nation of Islam that I read the
Quran from cover to cover.
The Quran totally overwhelm-
ed me by its beauty and com-
pleteness. After reading it I read
the Bible, afterwards all I could
do was cry. I knew then that my
childhood prayers for understan-
ding were answered. In my
childhood I prayed for guidance,
I did not know that I was asking
for Islam. I took a round about
way to discover His Light but He
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I believe Allah guided me onto
the right path, because a child Ts
prayer is ever so humble. But,
because there is no compulsion in
religion, when I attained the
knowledge needed to make a
decisive decision. He let me
make the final choice. He brought
me to a decision point and show-
ed me where I had come from
and what I had learned. Here my
faith was put to the test, I had to
face some very convincing
arguments from all sides. Each
time I weighed the arguments

against the teachings of the
Quran and each time the Quran
would shine. Whenever I needed
to know the answer to a puzzling
question, it would guide me to a
source of understanding. I was
fighting for my spiritual salva-
tion. But I was not afraid, for
Allah showed me His Strength,
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Muhammad, his people offered to
make him a king if he would stop
teaching the religion of Al Islam.
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sun in my right hand and the
moon in my left, I will never
cease teaching Allah Ts religion
until Allah has vindicated it or
caused me to perish in the pro-
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revelation. Allah allowed the
previous scriptures to be
tampered with to show mankind
how low we would stoop to have
our way. Prophet Muhammad
knew that after him there would
be no more prophets. There
would be no other relevation after
the Quran. If he failed to do his
job, mankind would not have
another chance for salvation.

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can not find the right path. But
only those who humbly ask will
receive it. I understand why my
elders could not see and accept
the truth. They had lost their
childlike curiosity about God and
allowed themselves to become
comfortable with concepts that
were unclear to say the least. As
long as they are satisfied with
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