\ woow 1346 On Your AM Dial She Is Joy = ee What You See, Is What You Get, What You Read Is What You Know & Save — Eastern North Carolina’s Minority Voice GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 27834 LOLA THOMPSON OF GRIMESLAND NAMED TO MARY KAY DIRECTOR Thompson Named Director Ms. Lola Thompson of Grimesland, North Carolina has been appointed to the position of sales director for Mary Kay Cosmetics, Inc. Ms. Thompson, who joined the company in November, 1987, will provide leadership, training and manage- ment for her unit of beauty con- sultants. She joins an elite group of 4,000 professional businesswomen, who as sales directors, assist the efforts of more than 165,000 independent beauty consultants. In preparation for her new position, Ms. Thompson attended a week long training session at Mary Kay’s international head- quarters in Dallas, where she at- tended classes on product know- ledge, sales techniques, business management and fashion trends. Mary Kay Cosmetics, Inc. manufacturers premium skin care, hair care and body care products, including cosmetics, toiletries and fragrances. The Company was founded in 1963 by Mary Kay Ash and Richard Rogers. Lola is an active member of Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church where she also sings in the VOICES OF CORNER- STONE CHOIR. The ‘m’ Voice salutes Lola Thompson. COME ON IN AND JOIN US... Brother Melvin McLawhorn, along with his son and other family members pose for our camera outside Editor’s Note: This is a conti- nuing series of true accounts. We are going to teach this nig- ger a lesson how to talk to white folks. They continued to beat him until he fell to his knees. His mother stood by pleading for them to stop and the more she begged the more they would beat him. Then she told them to please stop because he was a good boy and if they would stop she would make him go with them. The police then said he was a sassy nigger and they had to take him in so the chief could talk to him. It was a sad sight to watch a very young man getting beat and nothing you could do about it. There were about 25 or 30 people standing doing nothing but look- ing. In those days, if you said anything you could get shot and nothing would be done about it. So they picked him up from where they had handcuffed him around the utility pole and pushed him in the car. One of the neighbors brought him a large rag that had been torn from a sheet and gave it to him to wipe the blood from his face. After they got him to the car they came up to the crowd and made them disperse and go to their homes. The next day the chief of police made a statement that he was arrested for resisting arrest but he was soon to learn that his father was an employee of the city and was one of the hardest workers that worked for the city. So the chief dismissed the charges and they let him go because the chief said his father was a good nigger. After I got back to the drug store I sat down trying to get that horrible scene that I had just witnessed out of my mind. I had been there for about ten minutes when I got an order to go to another part of the city. I picked up the order and read the address on it that sent me to the other side of town and in almost the same kind of segregated section that I had just left. I arrived at the place where I was to deliver the package, got off my bike and went to the door and knocked. An elderly lady came to the door, almost out of breath and told me to come in and have a seat until she got the money. She came back into the room and sat down and said she was almost because she suffered from asthma, and the medicine that I brought was the fast-growing Carolina Grill. Melvin and his wife, Saundra, took over control of one of Greenville’s oldest and most historical land- marks. The Carolina Grill Cafe’ has been preparing “Soul Food” with that downhome taste that we all love. Melvin invites you to join them for dinner, soon, and experience the old fashion Saturday morning breakfasts served all day long. (Voice photo by Jim Rouse) We've Come A Long Way By Deacon James Vines what she needed for relief. So she _ paid me and I told her that I hoped that she would get better. So I left and went back to the bike that was lying in the yard. I pick- ed up the bike and started to leave when I heard someone call for me to come back for a few minutes. It was the lady next door who was the cook for the lady that was giving me trouble. I went across the yard to the next house where the lady was that called me. I went up on the porch and she told me to have a seat there in the liv- ing room while she did something in the kitchen. She came back in the living room and sat down and asked me how did I like my job, and I told her that I liked it fine. Then she said that I was a very nice boy and that I would be something one day. She asked me how old I was and I told her 17 and she said ‘You sure are young, I thought you were about 22 or 23. And I said no, I will be 18 September 20. Then she told me that she was 37 and that made her 20 years older than me. But she said that wouldn’t make any difference if two people loved each other. Then she got up from her chair and walked over to the place where I was sitting and sat down on the arm of the chair and put her arm around my shoulder and asked me if I liked her. She was a good looking woman, filled out in all the places. She didn’t look a day over 25 and she knew it. But I didn’t know what she was get- ting at until one day she came by the drug store and told me when I got off that she had something to ask me. I could hardly wait to get to her house that night. When the time came for us to get off I hurried to empty the trash cans and mop the floor. It was about 5 minutes before quitting time so I locked all the doors and by this time it was time to go. I wasn’t long getting there because I ran all the way. I was out of breath when I got there so I stood on the porch for a few minutes to catch my breath. After catching my breath I knocked on the door and she said ‘Just a minute.” After a minute or two she came and opened the door. I walked in and she told me to sit down because she knew I was tired from riding that bike all day. I walked across the room and sat down where she had laid the (Continued on page 2) One of the country’s leading ex- perts on civil rights and the ex- periences of blacks in American politics will speak at East Carolina University April 13. Dr. Charles V. Hamilton, a pro- fessor of government at Colum- bia University will present the lecture ‘“‘Dual Agenda: Social Policies of Civil Rights Organiza- ‘ tions, New Deal to the Present”’ at 7:30 p.m. in Room 1031 of the General Classroom Building. The program, sponsored by the ECU Minority Presence Initiative Pro- gram and Department of Political Science, is free and open to the public. Hamilton, currently on leave from Columbia to teach at Smith College, is the author of five. books, the best known of which is Fundraiser in support of Shaw University The Shaw Players and Com- pany will be performing, ‘“‘THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN EXPER- IENCE: AND YOU SAY TO FORGET?,” conceived by H. Bruce Caple, on Saturday, April 15, 1989, at 6:00 p.m, in the Ayden Auditorium, South Lee Street, Ayden, North Carolina. Proceeds from this production will assist Shaw University in ob- taining an Educational Grant from the U.S. Department of Education Grant for 2 million dollars. In order to receive this grant, Shaw Univeristy must raise 1 million dollars as a mat- ching rquirement, We are depen- ding on you to help us reach this goal and to maintain educational opportunities for our youth. You can support us by: (please check your choice) 1. Purchasing tickets: $6 Adults or $3 for Children. 2, Supporter (Business a Owner or Manager, Address THURSDAY, APRIL 6-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 1989-THE ‘M’ VOICE Warren, Eakin, and others help ECU network link A powerful new education and research tool was activated at 4:00 p.m. on April 4th, when East Carolina University joined the microwave communications net- ; work operated by the Microelec- tronics Center of North Carolina. In a vivid demonstration of the ih capabilities of the network, ECU #3 officials hit the switch to initiate a tree-way teleconference linking ~ the local transmission site atthe , ECU School of Medicine with the Microelectronics Center in Research Triangle Park and the Bowman Gray School of = Medicine in Winston-Salem. Funded by a $3.9 million ap- propriation ‘from the North Carolina General Assmebly, the extension of the network of ECU was witnessed by members of the local legislative delegation, which included Rep. Ed Warren, (D-Pitt) along with others. Chancellor Richard R. Eakin lead ECU’s participation in the teleconference. The microwave communica- tions link will all but obiliterate the distance between ECU and other institutions in the system, which include most of the state’s major public and private univer- sities, the four medical schools and several sites in the Research Triangle Park. The television system will per- mit interactive teleclasses, video seminars and teleconferences between two or more distant loca- tions. For example, graduate nursing students on another cam- pus can “‘attend”’ a class orien- ting at ECU. At both sites, the students will not only see and hear the instructor, the instructor will see and hear the students via two-way color television. _. Dr. James A. Hallock, medical school dean, said he is excited about the opportunities that associate with the network presents. “This technology allows for transmission of information and ideas in a highly efficient and ef- fective manner,” said Hallock. “I can see tremendous potential for exchange among the universities and medical schools on the net- work, and we are delighted to be active participants.” Additional receiving sites are also contemplated for locations elsewhere on the ECU campus to enhance convenience for users (Continued on page 2) ECU Speaker to Lecture On Civil Rights Groups “Black Power,’’ co-authored with Stokely Carmichael. His other works include ‘“‘The Black Ex- perience in American Politics,” “The Bench and the Ballot,”’ “Southern Federal Judges and the Right to Vote,” ‘‘The Black Preacher in America,’ and “American Government.” Considered one of America’s most distinguished black political scientists, Hamilton has received numerous academic honors in- cluding two awards for teaching excellence. He has taught at Roosevelt University, Albany State and Miles College. He received his BA degree from Roosevelt University, his law degree from Loyola Univer- sity and his MA and PhD from the University of Chicago. Director of Italian Opera Group Returns to ECU Talmadge Fauntleroy, a graduate of East Carolina University, who is now director of the Studio Lirico opera whorkshop in Stia, Italy, will return to his alma mater next week to work with advanced stu- dent singers in the ECU School of Music. Fauntleroy’s visit is part of — ECU’s Minority Presence In- © itiative, a program sponsored by the Offices of the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor for Academic Af- fairs and Equal Opportunities Programs. Fauntleroy is one of a number of noted scholars who are members of a minority race scheduled to visit ECU this year. a ae weeklong at ECU, Fauntleroy will lead a “Characterization Workshop” for ECU opera students, culminating in a public presentation of opera scenes on Friday, April 7, at 4:00 p.m. in the Fletcher Music Center Recital Hall. a ; RALLYING TO SOMETHING NEW ... Mr. Roger Kramer, right, and Brother Abdul Namaz paused for our camera and enjoyed 99 cent, 1/4 hamburgers after the new ‘‘Rally’s 99? was completed and opened. Brother Namaz is an independent contractor (commercial and residential) and Mr. Kramer is the proud owner of ‘‘Rally’s”’ in Greenville. (Voice photo by Jim Rouse} Rally’s Comes To Greenville Greenville now has a new con- cept in fast food dining at great- ly affordable prices. ‘‘Rally’s,”’ a national hamburger chain, open- ed its doors for the first time this week to offer Greenville and area residents an opportunity to enjoy great quarter pound hamburgers for only 99 cents. Store owner and retired air- man, Roger Kramer says ‘‘Ral- ly’s’’ will offer its delicious and juicy quarter pound burger at its regular low price of only 99 cents. The innovative design of the drive-thru diner, which offers two windows to drive up to, as well as a walk-up window with plenty of parking and outdoor dining, will further feature its fast, efficient and friendly service. Located near the Memorial Drive and Farmville Blvd. intersection, ‘“‘Rally’s’”” moves into an area already saturated with fast-food chains. “NEWEST” MANAGER ON THE BLOCK . .. TRADE Service Sta- However, Kramer insists ‘‘Ral- ly’s”’ brings a totally new concept to Eastern North Carolina that should become greatly appreciated. The company is also seeking career oriented people to join their firm that already an- ticipates new stores to open in the Greenville area very soon. The ‘m’ Voice welcomes ‘‘Rally’s’’ to the Greenville Business Community. Mail Comments And Articles To: The 'M' Voice 304 Evans Street Mall Greemville, NC 27834 Or Call 757-0425 tions proudly presents their newest African-American store manager. She is Ms. LaJuan Phillips. Ms. Phillips was formerly with the Penn- sylvania State Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) before mov- ing to Greenville. She is married and has two sons and she invites you to stop in to see her for all your gas, oil, kerosene, fuel oil and snack needs. Her goal is to supply good quality service and products; fast, friendly, efficient and with a smile!! The TRADE Station is on West Fifth Street in Greenville. Congratulations, LaJuan and good luck!!! ¥ i’ (Voice photo by Jim Rouse) MARRIAGES: Some Com- ments: How does your marriage fit in? ‘My husband is emotionally remote and there’s no cuddling, no hand holding, no hugging. | often feel like I am living with a brother, not a husband. Repeated efforts to discuss this have fallen on deaf ears.” ‘Feeling unloved, untouched, and unnoticed is murderous to a marriage.” ‘A show of affection and lovemaking have to be frequent for the marriage to be successful, S—& burned at a later date. on Monday, April 10. The Greenville Public Works Department should recover soon from collecting tree limbs and other debris that occurred during two ice storms and a snow storm. Our crews have hauled more than 2,700 truckloads of debris to the old City landfill to be From all indications, trash trucks and all garbage trucks should be back on their regular schedules and operating under normal conditions City residents should be reminded that larger trees are to be cut 5-6 feet in length and stacked next to the curb, separate from trash that is to be picked up. Bundles should not weigh more than 50 Ibs. All leaves and yard rakings are to be bagged or boxed for the months of April | to endure.” ‘He never wants to do anything with me—he watches TV, eats, sleeps, or is out with his friends beer. Once in a great while we do something together, but when we do he makes me feel like he’s doing me a favor. He makes me feel so unwanted and unworthy.” ‘We never let anything become more important than our rela- tionship. We see to it that the other one is happy.” ‘We always talk things over. We talk them out. We talk, laugh, and play together, we set time to be alone.” ‘Each day is lovelier than the one before. If only I could have some closeness with him. I’ve begged my husband to just talk with me, all to no avail.” ‘He is lazy, he’s a grouch. Every second sentence he speaks is a putdown. I’ve just stopped trying to talk to him because try- ing and failing all the time just depresses me. I just take refuge in the kids as much as I can.” ‘Our secret is that my husband is my friend with the bonus of sex and cuddling thrown in—a ter- rific friend and lover.” ‘I am starved for affection and attention. He rarely compliments my appearance though I am fair- ly attractive.”’ ‘Public affection makes an im- portant statement to wives, and its absence may be a warning that marriage is in trouble.” ‘We share a love of the same cultural affairs or sports/exer- cise.”’ ‘I always tell him my thoughts and feelings before I tell friends or others.” ‘My husband and I share housework equally. We share in making decisions. We are equal financial partners with one joint bank account.” Bad situations don’t just go away and the longer one waits to initiate change; the more difficult it becomes, until one day you and your husband both only make fee- ble attempts to make things bet- ter. At this point, more than ever, closeness. hugging, listening, caring—but it’s not there. LIFE Examine your life. If it is out of focus, make up your mind to get it into focus. And start today. THINK Think for yourself. Take con- trol of your life. FATHER It is the duty of the father to protect his home. PIANO Life’s piano can only produce the melodies of brotherhood when it is recognized that the black keys are as necessary and beautiful as the white keys. SCHEDULE Having a tight schedule makes the independent woman feel important. EATING DISORDERS Eating disorders aren’t sud- den. They begin with depression, anxiety, and loss of control. It’s not what you're eating, it’s what’s eating you. TELEVISION It’s rude to keep the television on with your eyes glued to it if your guest was invited. Anyone can have children, but a man has to have a special gift to be a daddy. WORDS: Three small words can mean an awful lot to so- meone. ‘I love you,” ‘I hate you,” and ‘I am sorry.” Stubborness is the energy of fools. Who does not thank for little Beauty Salon Exclusives by DELANO WILLIAMS Specializing In Cuts, Perms, Curls, Blowstyles And Press Harris 1211 14th Street Work: 752-0310 Home: 757-3647 Hair Designer And Curl. aha is! i a Ihe Pagers v Le ye tehas Marriage loyalty, forbearance, self-restraint, meekness, and a great many other things you wouldn’t need if you had stayed single. Ideas are very much like children—your own are wonderful. Growing old is nothing to get frantic about. Barbara Bush The important thing about your lot in life is whether you use it for building or parking. A worker’s batteries need weekend recharging to prevent burnout. Avoid passive activities. Many kinds of television programs, for example, keep family members from talking to one another. This ye can. crea ate a : h hold in emotions are seldom WEEKENDS: Plan sonal time, family time ar ple time. The roots of family’s well part Tsien fs tsa ppentaaveliaien fi at ; services. Our faiths a basic part . of our life. ‘Laughter”’ is a healing thing— people forget their problems— laughter brushes the troubles away. Milton Berle The first impression is the on- ly one that counts. ‘Spit is God’s iodine,” said an old grandfather. ‘SORRENTINO NAINA, ECU N ews (Continued from page 1) from other graduate-level programs. Preparations for joining the network, which began in 1986, have included the construction of two signal ready towers in Bailey and Falkland. At the School of Medicine, workers have been busy adapting a 100-seat classroom, a conference room and a control room as the ECU transmission and receiving station. The classroom on the second floor of the Brody Medical Sciences Building has been equip- ped with four automated TV cameras, two 46-inch TV monitors and 24 voice-activated microphones to facilitate au- dience participation. Other members of the network include UNC campuses at Chapel Hill, Winston-Salem State, N.C. A & T in Greensboro, Duke, and Research Triangle Institute. The Microelectronics Center of North Carolina is a public-private The “M” Voice JIM ROUSE Publisher Georgia Rouse Business Manager ABDUL JAMES ROUSE II! Co-Publisher Office Address clo WOOW Radio Station 304 Evans St. Greenville, NC 919-757-0425 hy & deft Savages .a.s ie . i ies i, a ee NGA) ‘the rae ; . , , TR ti gg - Monday, age re Baked Potato W/T Tuesday, April ul, 1989 Cold Salad Plate 4.3wro R YOUR HIT FM FROM TIME TO TIME, WRQR-FM WILL HAVE JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN SALES AND PROGRAMMING. WE ACCEPT AP- PLICATIONS ON A CONTINUING BASIS FOR THESE POSITIONS. TO APPLY, SEND RESUMES TO: GINA GRAY P.O. 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Apply by 5:00 pm, Friday, April 28, 1989, to City of Greenville, Personnel Department, 201 W. 5th Street, P.O. Box 7207, Greenville, N.C. 27835-7207. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. EOE/AA M/F/H Start Your Own BUSINESS In the safety field distributing environmental products. Little or no investment required. Business briefing will be held at the Comfort Inn Saturday, April 4 | at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. National Safety Associates ; fl - a * : E “ a 4 » appear — RIDAY AND SATURDAY APRIL 7TH & 8TH - WHITES PARKING LOT SHOES - DRESSES - BLOUSES - LINGERIE JEANS - SLACKS - MENSWEAR - DOMESTICS ITEMS FROM EVERY DEPARTMENT UP TO REPEAT PERFORMANC Our Tent Sale Was So Successful Last Fall : That We Decided To Have A Repeat Performance. , BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY all MENG TE Sea Sasa SR Be GRAND PRIZE - DEXTER SHOES FOR MEN OR HUSH PUPPIES FOR LADIES 2ND PRIZE - GPX STEREO CASSETTE PLAYER - WIHEADPHONE