- « _ Eastern North Carolina's: Minority Voice — What You See Is What You Get, What You Read Is What. You Know & Save | EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA'S MINORITY VOICE - SINCE 1981 Effective Community Programming Focus for AKA Confab When 2,000 Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) lgadore sathered hede July 13-16, for? == + leRder- i ) Gane ; ship se ify’ ie a work were they k= Oo 77 ac ae Our Ru f~/ Osrp De troit is \ Sy /imple- menting ~ JS will im- prove liv eZ. Nunities where wi pee = =6AKA in- ternatior *, Eva L. Evans of Tradit § F * 'eader- ship skiligu.™ #& RR , nmit- tee chairs he ™ o™ca& ti 3, and Evans said tl ° 5 2 men- sionwillber @ 5% O ming up withcreat + U black . i rie . studentsinve ,, -Q.) dscl ence and pui © 2 2 n ef- fectiveplantc ~ am NDS in our comm n our 0 c kK focal points.4 = . | -—to on . Q . build the fut i ence trainin . Yom awareness to _; Ac- tion plans wi ne ams to understand GN nds affecting the 1 W | lack students in meee ae e, as well as initiatives to help them excel. Effective Community Program- ming Focus for AKA Confab 2-2-2- 2 AKA members will also spend six hours mastering tactics and identifying resources which will enable them to spread facts and dispel myths about HIV and AIDS in their communities. AKA’s “in your face campaign,” a coopera- tive venture with the American Red Cross, will focus on limiting the spread of HIV and AIDS in minority communities and help- ing those who are infected. Traditional leadership and chap- ter development will be provided through two-hour workshops on interpersonal relations, parlia- mentary procedure, government relations, chapter evaluation, etc. Other features include asix-hour seminar on basic economic skills, an exhibition of the best projects from AKA’s PIMS (partners in math and science) camp, and a display of more than 2,000 books on achievements by blacks in math and science. The basic economic skills work- shop will be offered undera Wealth CUM$ banner—cultivate, under- stand, and manage $. The projects are the “best of the best” selected from entries at AKA’s PIMS camp for gifted high schoo] students, held June 18-30 at Michigan State University, East Lansing. Books for the display will be donated by each AKA in atten- dance and presented to students enrolled in the Mae Jemison Acad- emy, Detroit. DAWN HARDWARE IS A VERY happy young lady these days!!! She was recently awarded a United States National Collegiate award in Administrative Office Technology. This is a prestigious honor very few students can ever hop to attain. Dawn is the daughter of Elaine and Bobby Holloway and the granddaughter of Gladys Foster and Mary Taylor. Voice Photo by Jim Rouse The Tyson fight: A TKO for the Black community By Dr. Lenora Fulani There has been a lot of hype in the New York media recently about whether Harlem should have wel- comed Mike Tyson home from prison with a parade or the cold shoulder. Journalist and activist Jill Nelson spearheaded the campaign to shut down the Mike Tyson “homecoming.” In the New York Times on Saturday, June 17, Nelson explained this position in an article entitled, “Not Ready for Redemption” which protested the use of the Black community “as a backdrop to promote and celebrate Mike Tyson.” The problem with Nelson’s remarks and her cam- paign is that it overlooks the fact that the Black community is in- deed the backdrop to Black men coming home from prison every- “ day—in many cases having cem- mitted violent crimes, rape in- cluded. They are not heavyweight champion of the world. Nor are they Malcolm X. They are just our sons, fathers, husbands, brothers and neighbors. Whatever my feelings about rape, in general, and the abuse of Black women, in particular (and, believe me, they are unequivocally enraged), as a Black woman I am not prepared to lay down condi- tions under which a Black man— any Black man—can be consid- ered “redeemed” and thereby eli- gible for re-admittance to our com- munity. The issue is not Mike Tyson, either. Tyson is one young Black male with a lot more going for him than most, in or out of prison. If he (Continued on page 2) ' ELIZABETH CITY UNIVERSITY. Shown at Elizabeth City University at a Chamber of Commerce affair on the campus of Elizabeth City University is: Chancellor, Dr. Jimmy Jenkins, Public Relation Director, Ms. Yvonne Wagner, Vice-president of Development, Mr. Clifton Davis, and guest member. The ‘M’ Voice salutes Elizabeth City University for community involvement. It’s time for the Black community to draw some new lines The U.S. Supreme Court deci- sion on racial redistricting was a political one. After several decades in which “identity” politics has shaped the political landscape, and has gone hand-in-glove with the growth of Big Government, a back- lash against so-called “special in- terests” spurred the court’s ruling. Where does this leave the Black community? For 25 years we have pursued a strategy of getting more Black elected officials in office, pushing Black political represen- tation as the key to our empower- ment. Within the framework of that strategy, the political / legal pursuit of drawing district lines to favor maximal Black representa- tion was coherent. But from the very start, in my opinion, this strat- egy was seriously flawed. Since it equated having Black voters elect- ing Black officials with having political power, it necessarily lim- ited the scope of our influence. We are still a minority of the Ameri- can population. To impact more broadly we, of course, have to par- ticipate in coalitions with other voters not just around issues, but at the voting booth itself. Those Black leaders who attack coalitional politics on separatist grounds or who insist that the Black community has to “get itself together first” are usually disin- genuous. Every Black leader and every Black community relates coalitionally to other groups, in- cluding those who pretend not to. It’s simply a reality of American political and economic life. The question is not whether we should engage in coalitional politics, but who it is we’re in a coalition with and what.the terms are. Since the strategy to increase the number of Black elected offi- cials first evolved in the early 1 970s, our singular political part- nership has been with white liber- als in the Democratic Party, who saw great political benefit to them- selves from this arrangement. Even the passage of the Voting Rights Act in 1965, by a majority Democratic Party Congress, was both a product of our fierce struggle for civil rights and a practical rec- ognition on the part of the Demo- cratic Party that the empower- ment and activation of Black vot- ers would shore up national party strength, particularly in the South. Consequently, the accelerated pro- cess of redrawing district lines to enhance Black participation and representation was strongly sup- ported by the white liberal Demo- crats. Given that those districts would surely yield Black Demo- cratic Congresspersons, it helped secure the continuing Democratic majority in Congress. Once elected, these Black Democrats would act as a voice of the Black community in government. But more impor- tantly, from the party's point of view, it established an expanding chain of Black elected Democrats who could be counted on to pull Black votes for white Democratic statewide and national candidates. This plan worked Now to the problem. Thusly situ- ated, Black voters, encouraged to reinforce our Black “identity” by electing Black Democrats, had ar- guably become more “Democrat” than Black. Militant rhetoric about electoral self-determination and Black empowerment notwith- standing, we had given up our political independence and our ability to coalitionize with whom- ever it made sense, because we “belonged” to the Democrats. Then, as political polarization in Clayton In Response to the Ofcourse, I am disappointed that the Supreme Court, in the case of Miller vs, Johnson, used the United States Constitution and the Equal Protection Clause —the very docu- ment that gives us rights — to take certain rights away. Racial minorities, particularly in the South, will suffer as a result of this decision. I remain committed to representative democracy. And, I am confident that the District I represent, the First Congressional District in North Carolina, will not be affected by Miller. It is my belief, based upon a reading of Miller and preliminary judgments, that my Congressional District, as currently drawn, can withstand the standards set out by the Supreme Court. Indeed, I would expect the Court to affirm the state legislature's action and the Lower Court's decision in my case. I would have preferred the Court to have disposed of the cases of Shaw ys, Hunt and Pope ys, Hunt, the North Carolina cases, without further consideration. However, the Court, in its wis- dom, decided to take a second look at those cases, and we expect con- sideration in October. Nonethe- less, the First Congressional Dis- trict, I believe, is a community. There are many common inter- ests. The population is homog- enous, with cultural, social and economic similarities throughout. The District can withstand the strict scrutiny test andits creation was based upon acompelling state interest. While there may well be challenges, we will be prepared to meet those challenges. The Court, through Miller has unfolded a new chapter in the on- going struggle to expand the fran- chise for racial minorities. Three decades ago, with passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, America opened a new book on the most precious right that we possess — the right to vote. Through the Vot- ing Rights Act, this Nation recog- nized that special efforts were needed to ensure that minorities have an opportunity to meaning- fully participate in the voting pro- cess and to elect candidates of their choice. In Louisiana and Georgia, as in h the country intensified and the white liberals found themselves at (Continued on page 2) Ouote. a rh 142 esi Live pout On philo soph VY OT i f nationalism mean that the Black should control th PEARS, fe ae | politics and th ; er 8 lH fi politicain own community Th oe Community News ¥ Page 3 Solving The Problems In Our Changing World Page 6 reading pleasure. SISTER ELEANOR JONES has Christian books for your Voice Photo by Jim Rouse redistricting decisions North Carolina, where redistrict- ing resulted in the election of the first two African American repre- sentatives — including myself — since Reconstruction, challenges were launched against the redis- tricting. For five years, the valid- ity of these newly drawn districts has been at issue. Now that the Supreme Court has spoken, the struggle to secure equal and fair voting status for minorities moves to another stage, another chapter. At stake in this ongoing saga, however, is more than congres- sional seats. City and county offi- cials, state legislatures and even local school boards will be affected by this decision. The Court examined this issue through terms such as “rational basis”, “strict scrutiny”, “compel- ling state interest” and “substan- tial factor”, yet, at stake was the cornerstone of our Democracy — the right to vote. The people of this Nation have sacrificed, waged war and shed blood in defense of the right to vote and to participate in government. Surely the creation of so-called “irregular districts” to \ ( promote regular voting by all citi- zens is no less and no more than a commitment in defense of democ- racy. As indicated, the 1966 Voting Rights Act began a new book on voting rights. New chapters were written by Congress in 1970,1976 and 1982, strengthening the 1965 Act. Asa result of today’s decision, Congress and state legislatures will likely write still another new chapter. The people of South Africa stood in lines for days and days in order to exercise their right to vote. Some; unable to Walk, came in wheel bar- rels, in order to exercise their right to vote. Today, with these deci- sions, groups of individuals have been discouraged and led to be- lieve that they may not be full participants in our Democracy, But, this Democracy will stand, Its weakness is also its strength, We recognize that this is not an end. It is just another chapter. America is divided, Fortunately, our Constitution embraces, indeed encourages, differences. they de intervened into a volatile confron- _. tation between Blacks and Jews in _ Crown Heights in 1 991, white Democrats — with the help of the - so-called Liberal Party — crossed over in sufficient numbers to elect as mayor a white Republican, Rudy Giuliani, whose public policy makes the recent Supreme Court decision on redistricting look pro- Black. On a national level, the Democratic Party has been backpedaling from its support for Black issues for more than a de- chooses to share some of his money with some community organiza- tions, so be it. If a bunch of photog- raphers want to show up and take pictures of it, so be it. But frankly, nothing turns on whether Tyson is oris not on a road to “redemption.” City, after Mayor David Dinkins cade; while its network of Black elected officials continues to pull the vote for the party and we con- tinue to vote for the Democrats. This week the Congressional Black Caucus met with Presiden- tial Clinton to discuss the implica- tions of the Supreme Court deci- sion for affirmative action and the federal budget. They reportedly expect the President to be fair. How fair? As fair as he was to Lani Gunier? But what clout, what le- verage do we as people have over the President in these present cir- cumstances? None whatsoever. For as long as we are organized as loyal Democrats, he may pander Tyson It is anon-issue. And while Nelson is entitled to her opinion, in my opinion, the Black community gets nothing at all out of the elevation of non-issues to hyped-up media controversies. 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In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision some Black aca- demics and activists have argued that the decision is ultimately a positive one because it will spur the flaccid civil rights milieu to rejuvenated action. I’m all for civil rights action. But, I think it would be a serious mistake to respond to the court decision in knee-jerk fashion by attempting to give new life to a dead coalition with an ineffective strategy and unwilling partner. I think we have to seek sor tianeee sotide of the Dery cal alliances outside of the De cratic Party. I think we need to reach out to the national Perot voter and other white non-liberal constituencies. I am now working with them in the Patriot Party and elsewhere. They are not anti- Black, so much as anti-Big Gov- ernment. The extent to which our political wagon has become hitched to that overgrown and arrogant liberal Big Government has made us a target of the current populist ‘revolt. Ifwere to create voting part- nerships with these constituents around issues of democratic re- form and government accountabil- ity, we could be responsible for putting far more than the 40 Black Representatives wecurrently have in Congress. Far from diluting our political power, our influence would be significantly expanded. I think the entire Congressional Black caucus should run for re- election in 1996 as independents, not as Democrats. They should announce that plan now and start using the leverage that would pro- duce for them in Congress and with the President. And we, as a community of voters and Ameri- cans, should reconstruct our po- litical allegiances and become in- dependents. That is where the power lies. To contact Dr. Fulani, call 1-800-288-3201. BEATRICE MAYE To the editor - A Tribute - Twenty-five years ago when one of the five newly constructed high schools was built, the Reverend Ernest McNair became North Pitt High School’s first assistant prin- cipal. “Success is more a function of consistent common sense tha it is of genius”. (Al Wang) - Reverend Ernest McNair’s success as North Pitt High Schgol’s retired assis- tant principal can be partially con- tributed to his quiet, rarely raised voice or his giving orders, for he has turned around troubled stu- dents as well as watched many students succeed. Yes, he has changed lives. Has anyone thought of the num- ber of shoes he has worn out walk- ing those halls, the campus and/or the classrooms daily? Acommitted and dedicated man has given so much to that school and community these 25 years. How was he honored? Unbeliev- ably, a replacement will be hard, for his caring and nurturing will be sorely missed by administra- tor, teachers an students. And he didit unequivocably without noise, fret or fume. Reverend McNair, we salute you! (Mrs.) Beatrice Maye RACISM RACISM is the mistaken belief by some people that their group, or race, is better than others. They think that other groups are “dif- ferent.” As aresult of racism some groups in our society have more privileges than others. Racial discrimination- which means giving houses, jobs or educational opportunities on the grounds of race - is against the law. But racial abuse happens in many places: on the bus, in the playground, and even in the class- rooms. Prejudice means deciding in ad- vance what someone is like in- stead of finding out for yourself. Prejudice comes from fear and sus- picions. Some people are preju- diced against those of another race. Astereotypeisa fixed idea about what people are like. For example, racial stereotyping, means that some teachers expect all black chil- dren to be athletic. Stereotypes are bad because they can limit how you see others and how you see yourself. Very young children are not rac- ist. They trust and accept anyone who is loving toward them. You are not born with attitudes or prejudice. They are taught and learned. Racist ideas get passed on when people talk to others or write or draw pictures. Parents teach their own attitudes to them. Some people today think that they will benefit from being racist. They may be afraid or jealous of other groups. They may blame dif- ficulties in their own lives or other people. They may have learned from their parents to resent and mistrust people from other groups. Anybody can be racist. Racism creates mistrust be- tween people. Apartheid is based on racist ideas that blacks and whites are different and should live and develop separately be- cause whites are superior. Racism can bring about hatred, murder and war. Everyone must learn about and understand the problems and causes. The more you know about other people and they know about you, the less you will be divided by racism. PCMH team launches Water SafetyCampaign Every year more than 30 chil- dren in our state die in water- related incidents, and many oth- ers suffer permanent brain dam- age after being injured in the wa- ter. The Child Protection Team of Pitt County Memorial Hospital is launching a campaign to increase awareness of the dangers water presents for children. Does it help to ignore a child's \ What does a single parent need to know for survival? 3 4 3 mistakes? How do you “break up” with the least pain? Family Health Education services Bible Answers + Health Information Afro-American Books Eleanor N. Jones Representative Bell Arthur, NC 27811 (919) 753-2109 “The number of near-drownings we see here, as well as the children who became significantly handi- capped from them, prompted this campaign,” said Jennifer Smith, pediatric social worker at PCMH and member of the Child Protec- tion Team. The team is distributing 10,000 brochures—funded by the Children’s Miracle Network Tele- thon—to pediatricians, health de- partments, early intervention pro- grams, day care centers. hospitals and other destinations through- out eastern North Carolina to give tips on keeping children safe in and near the water, whether in a lake, pool, bathtub or bucket. “We all think we know what to do, but it’s being there, being in charge, and being alert that’s im- portant,” said Smith. She said the bottom line is to never let a child near water without “the world’s most effective safety precaution: you.” The Child Protection Team is made up of hospital and commu- nity agency representatives who deal with child protection issues on a regular basis and whose goal is prevention. For copies of the water safety bro- chure, contact Smith at 816-5816. 7 é ee 2 PS f A : ? é . A Open on-Fri 8:00am-9:00pm * Stand up with dignity and refuse to let other people annoy you. Ev- eryone needs to learn ways of sur- viving. You do not have to put up with racial discrimination or bul- lying. If you need help, ask for it and work out the best way of chal- lenging the people who are upset- ting you. From: “Let’s talk about RACISM” by Angelo Grunsell TIME ...Think of how much “time” is woven into the fabrics of our conversation every day. Here is a list of some familiar lines: 1. “What time does the meeting s tart? “ 2. “I don ‘t have time”. 3. “How much time will it take?” 40 “Don’t waste your time on that”. 5. “It ‘s time to go”. 60 “Timeout “. 7. “It ‘s time we had a long talk”. 8. “What time is supper?” 9. “Take out a clean sheet of paper. It’s time for a quiz “. “A good reputation is more valu- able than the most expensive per- fume! Wise Words for Busy People: “Finishingis better than starting”. “Patience is better than pride”. “Don’t be quick-tempered - that’s being a fool”. “Our basic problems are not about us: they’re within us “. “There are scars and a dark side to every life”. In The Community.... Mrs. Mattie L. Barnes celebrated her 70th birthday and retirement from the Greenville Police Department recently at the Hilton Hotel with family and friends. Willie Vines (better known as Moses) attended the SCLC Convention in New Or- leans, La along with Bennie Roundtree, President of the local Pitt County Chapter and Vice President Melvin McLawhorn. The Reverend Ernest McNair, North Pitt High School assistant principal for 25 years, retired with fond memories. Congratulations! A gala Testimonial Banquet, hon- oring Musician Johnny Wooten for his musical talent and years of musical ministry to the schools, community and churches, espe- cially York Memorial, was enjoyed by family and friends recently at the Hilton. Jackie Ferebee and Joseph Gunter exchanged wedding vows June 17, followed with a gala reception at the Hilton, given by her parents, Dan and Carolyn Ferebee. The Christopher Taylors are the proud parents of a baby son. Mrs. Brenda Teel is the newly elected president of the Greenville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. RANDY DUPREE, NATIONAL PRESIDENT of the Greenville Industrial/C.M. Eppes High School Alumni Association, is joined by Emma and James Hines as the Alumni celebration a glorious reunion recently. Voice Photo by Jim Rouse 11) Hooker Rd, #12 Greenville. NC 27834 AFFORDABLE SECURITIES "TAKE A BITE OUT OF CRIME" "Specializing in High Tech Securities" Home, Apt., Personal, Auto, Etc. MARVIN ARRINGTON, SR. Marketing Specialist and Consultant Tel: (919) 355-1369 “Business Opportunities* Info - 1-800-326-2963 WASH AND DRY LAUNDROMAT Laundry and Dry Cleaning Service 2804 E. 10th St. 752-3737 | Beside Will Rogers Carpet and Rugs Sat 7:00 am-9:00pm * Sun 8:00am-9:00pm § Your ONE Stop Clothing Service * Wash for ONLY 75¢ | : ° Attendant on Duty Bl Friendly Service % © Clean Laundromat & * Big Washers/50 Ib. m © Cold Beverages and Snacks ; * Video Games m ¢ Color TV Dryers 4 Was Yorn Af) Cre Pg pee e - PON * ONLY 1 PER CUSTOMER PLEASE WASH AND DRY LAUNDROMAT | & 2804 E.:10th St. * 752-3737 On Monday, June 12, Opportu- nities Industrialization Centers of American (OICA), founded by Rev. Leon H. Sullivan, announced the holding of its 31st Annual Convo- cation in Raleigh, North Carolina August 13 - 16. Mr. Kenneth Duffan, Chairman of the Convoca- tion Committee for OICA, an- nounced that Opportunities Indus- trialization Centers(OlCs) from across the United States and around the world will convene in Raleigh. Although the conference is generally held in much larger cities, the decision to have the Con- vocation in North Carolina was based on the exemplary work of North Carolina OICs in the reduc- tion of unemployment. These OICs are in Elizabeth City, Greenville, Kinston, Rocky Mount and Wil- son. Through workshops, plenary sessions and seminars conducted by national, state and local ex- perts, the Annual Convocation will motivate OIC staff, boards and volunteers to continue to provide job training and strive to do a betterjobin the employment train- ing field. It further creates the opportunity for OlCs to heighten their visibility and expand their private industry partnerships . Speaking on behalf of the North Carolina OlCs, Genotre Penney- Boone, Chair, Board of Directors of Rocky Mount OIC, noted that this is a big event for North Caro- lina. In addition to the economic impact the conference will have on travel,, hotel and food revenues, the conference offers a lot to the entire community. From Sunday, August 13 through Wednesday, August 16 corporations will dis- play and give free samples of their products in the Exhibit Hall. The Exhibit Hall is free and open to the public. Also, during the conference there will be a JOB-O-RAMA where individuals seekingemploy- ment or change in employment can interview with corporations interested in hiring,. Ms. Penney- Boone further noted that time has not expired and corporations or vendors interested in marketing their products can contact OICA at 800/621-4642. “OIC fits in the State’s scheme. As North Carolina recruits more industries, we need more Job train- ing, “remarked Carolyn Coleman, Special Assistant to Governor Hunt and representing the Governor’s Office. Ralph Campbell, North Carolina State Auditor, and formerly with the OIC movement, called OIC, “an inte- gral part of welfare reform . “ Mr. Campbell pointed out that in both the Comprehensive and Employ- ment Training and Job Training Partnership Acts, OIC was the only community based, job training or- ganization listed by name. After urging OlCs to continue the grat work, Mr. Campbell added, “Of all the opportunities afforded by OlCs, the best one is the opportunity to continue educatign and receive job training which€vokes dignity and respect in people.” Senator Bob Martin, one of the leading OIC advocates, added that he has been along time believer in OIC andthe work NC OlCs have done. Brad Thompson, Mayor ProTem for the City of Raleigh, concluded by say- ing “the conference’s economic impact is valuable, but the ser- vices OIC offers are more valu- able.” For further information, contact Kristi Jones, President, Pitt- Greenville OIC 919/ 752-9592. Kearney appointed to N. C. Board of Agriculture C.Osmond Kearney, Jr., of Snow Hill was among three who were appointed to the N.C. Board of Agriculture by GovernorJim Hunt. Others appointed included Sam McLawhorn of Grifton and Rich- ard W. Vaughan of Lasker. These appointments were confirmed by the State Senate recently. The three will serve six-year terms. The Board has 1( with N.C. Agriculture Commis- sioner Jim Graham serving as ex- officio chairman. “Osmond, Sam and Richard share my commitment to making sure that our children and our )members isthe grandchildren have the same op- portunities we have had to makea good living offthe land,” Hunt said. “T rely on these individuals and all the members of the Board of Agri- culture to continue to come up with ways we can make North Carolina’s agriculture industry more successful.” Graham said, “These men are leaders in farming, and they will help keep the state’s Number One industry strong. I look forward to serving with them The Board of Agriculture is the primary rule-and policy-making authority forthe N.C. Department of Agriculture. Kearney is a first-time board member and will represent the dairy and livestock industries. Owner of Kearney Farms, Inc., he has farmed since 1972. McLawhorn was appointed to a fourth consecutive term. A retired farmer, he represents the cotton industry. 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Even 35 the naval service gets smaller over the next few years, ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed proposals will be received until 3 p.m. on Wednesday, August 16, 1995, in the Grahmn Elliot Building, Office of the President, Beaufort County Commu- nity College, Washington, NC, for the construction of Beaufort County Community College LRC Roof Replacement 1D #6800804731A, DCC #831 at which time and place bids will be opened and read. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 1995, at 10 a.m. at the site. Complete plans and specifications for this project can be obtained from The East Group, PA, 324 South Evans Street, Greenville, NC, 27834, during normal office hours after July 17. Plan deposit $100. , , hi tivated youn le li The state reserves the unqualified right to reject any and all proposals. ghly motivated young peop elike Hardee, are still finding an oppor- tunity to improve their knowledge and education as they become part of the most highly technical naval force in history. She is a 1994 graduate of J.H. Rose High School. Signed: Janice Daughtry, Business Manager Beaufort County Community College Washington, NC NOTICE OF SALE GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMMISSION ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that Greenville Utilities Commission of the City of Greenville will on the 24th day of August, 1995, receive sealed bids in the office of the Director of Support Services, Greenville Utilities Commission, Greenville Utilities Building, 200 West Fifth Street, P.O. Box 1847, Greenville, North Carolina 27835-1847 for the purchase and removal of the structure listed below, located in the City of Greenville: 705 Mumford Road GREENVILLE ATTORNEY, ROBERT WHITE, chats with the city manager of Elizabeth City and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Sharpe. O’Konek promoted to deputy area administrator O’Konek has worked for the cor- rection department since 1974.She will be supervising 11 prisons in the eastern part of the state. “The Eastern Area Office is get- ting a well-qualified, hard work- ing employee,” Correction Secre- tary Franklin Freeman said. “Carla O’Konek has exemplified excellence in her career and will do well in her new position as deputy area administrator.” Voice Photo by Jim Rouse Southampton County, Va. and graduated from Southampton High School in 1972. She began working for the N.C. Department of Correction at the Carteret Cor- rectional Center as a programs assistant. She worked her way up the ladder at the Carteret prison until she became an assistant su- perintendent. In 1991, O’Konek became superintendent of Martin Correctional Center. O’Konek and her husband, Jerry Smith, have three sons. O’Konek was born. in Bidder may be any person, firm or corporation who agrees to conform in all respects with the “special provisions” of the Removal Agreement which may be obtained upon request from the office of the Director of Support Services, Greenville Utilities Commission. In general, the structure is being sold “as Is, where is”, for removal only and should be removed within 60 days of notification. Cleans:Floor Waxing Stripping & Buffing Carpet Cleaning Window Washing House Cleaning Glory to Glory Cleaning Service Home 752-8706 Bids shall be accompanied by cash, cashiers check or a certified check payable to Greenville Utilities Commission in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid price as a deposit. The deposit will be retained by the j Commission if the successful bidder fails to consummate the contract within 10 days after award of bid. CARLA O'KONEK The Martin Correctional Center superintendent, Carla O’Konek, was promoted to deputy area ad ministrator for the Department of Correction’s Eastern Area Office June 2. Bid proposals will be opened and read promptly at 10:00 a.m. (EDST) on the date and location given above. Greenville Utilities Commission reserves the right to waive any irregularities in bidding and the right to reject any or all bids submitted. All sales shall be subject to the approval of the Greenville Utilities Commission Owners Sis. Christine Smith Bro. 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The work scope consists of construction of 2000 SF vehicle shelter and associated Certain res l site work and construction of a 175 SF snack bar addition to the existing structure. , The work scope consists of removal and replacement of steel porch columns, and removal and replacement of wood siding with vinyl siding at Moyewood and Meadowbrook. Complete plans, specifications and contract documents will be open in the office of H R Associates, P.A., 1200 Navaho Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Prime bidders who are qualified and who will make a bid will, upon deposit of the sum of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for each project with the Architect, receive documents for that project in duplicate. The full deposit will be refunded to those qualified prime bidders who submit a bona fide prime proposal, providing bidding documents are returned in good condition to the Architect within five (5) days after receipt of bids. All Bidders are hereby notified that they must have proper license under the State laws governing their respective trades. Each proposal shall be accompanied by a cash deposit or a certified check drawn on some bank or trust company insured by the FDIC in an amount equal to not less than 5% of the proposal; on in lieu thereof, a Bidder may offer a bid bond of 5% of the proposal. A Performance Bond shall be required for one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount. In lieu of a Performance and Payment bond, the Owner will accept a cash escrow of twenty percent (20%) of the construction contract amount, or Letter of Credit of twenty-five percent (25%) of the construction contract amount. No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities, and to award contracts in the best interest of the Owner. James E. Barnhill Executive Director H R Associates, P.A. 1200 Navaho Drive Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 919-872-6345 tei Dear M Voice, It seems that every summer the media are filled with stories of how some young black male has lost his life due to senseless vio- lence at the hands of another black male. It has many of us asking the’ familiar questions: Why is there so much violence in our communi- ties and what are the solutions? I think the problem is that our youth are in search of a knowledge of themselves and their culture that has been denied them by the Letter to the editor current educational system. Our youth have not been taught about the contributions of such strong black leaders. as Marcus Garvey and H. Rap Brown because their philosophies are considered “con- troversial.” Therefore, Hollywood seized the'opportunity to feed our youth lies since we did not provide them with the truth. As part of the solution my orga- nization The L.O.S.T. (Leaders of Systematic Transition) Generation recently announced a program for our city called Operation M.E.D.LA. (Mass Education De- veloping Intelligent Africans). This summer we are asking our broth- — ers and sisters to make good use of — VCR’s, tape recorders and etc. in an effort to distribute positive in- formation toour youth. Withjusta little effort we can teach our chil- dren about their past to light their way to a brighter future. Paul Scott Durham, North Carolina 1001 Seu OL ical Greenville, NC 27858 Years We Still “About It. om Our new University Medical Center Office in Stanton Square is open, and we hope you'll join in our excitement. We're glad to be able to provide our customers in our Red Banks Road office another option on the hospital-side of town; and we look forward to developing some new relationships as well. The bank is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, and the new University Medical Center Office ts its th in eastern North Carolina. 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They Realize Their Male Problems, Daily Challenges And Their Hardships, Along The Road To Success Are The Same. They’re Just Two Black Women Trying To Survive. They Are “Sisters”. PRICE $15 AT THE DOOR JULY 21-22, 1995 7:00 PM MARTIN COUNTY AUDITORIUM AT WHS aCEeS “STHE-WVOKE - WEEK OF JULY 21-28, 1995 ‘a Faye Waters Phillip Waters Renn - “laff Office Supplies & Service, Inc. Free Delivery Phone (919) 946-2197 112 East Main St. e Washington, NC 27889 \ | golden corral 1302 Carolina Avenue Washington, NC (919) 946-9878 Jim Cutler Partner/Manager JS COOL DEAL SALE PRICE: 513900 ‘90 GRAND MARQUIS COOL DEAL SALE PRICE: "318.990 /- 2818900 SmartBuy! rh icin mwa a COOL DEAL SALE PRICE: »'521900 FUTURESPACE CADET....Justin Vines, recently attended a space campin Florida. Justin was selected from hundreds of youngsters across the country. Our camera caught up with Justin upon his happy return home. Justin is the son of Thomas and Gracie Vines, and the grandson of Deacon and Mrs. F'.H. Mebane, all of Greenville. Voice Photo by Jim Rouse Solving the Problems in our changing world By Fay Phillips-Best Christian Friends: After carefully reviewing dif- ferent comments and statements coming from many individuals con- cerning the problemsin our chang- ing world, it filled me with the desire to address some of those issues as I will attempt to do in this letter. According to the Word of God, the churches and Christians should take an active role in solv- ing the problems at hand. Quite often people state the problem, and point fingers at other or organizations, yet they are not putting forth any etfort to find a solution. The people who aren't skilled should be targeted and given di- rection as to how and where to receive the training needed to se- cure a job. Once a person com- pletes his or her skills, groups should be established to locate firms orjobs which might hire that particular individual. proups It is know fact that the Chris- tians are so busy finding fault of one another and judging each other, they are failing to fulfill these obligations. The scripture tells us to “Give ye therefore and teach all nations whatsoever I have commanded ye”. The Muslims, Jehovah Wit- nesses and Mooneys may not ac- knowledge Jesus as Lord and Sav- ior, yet they fulfill in many ways the things we omit as Christians; two most important things, love and togetherness. One thing Ihave observed about the Muslims, they follow the direc- tion of their leader, whereas they do nof fight nor argue with his vision or leadership. Failure to fol- low is not anything new among Christians, for Moses, Jesus and even Martin Luther King, had problems with the people that fol- lowed them. It is common knowledge they achieve their goal because they went on in spite of the die hards and complainers. Those of us who THE SHOE OUTLET “The Little Store With Big Savings” ON THE CORNER OF OTIE& WASHINGTON STREETS LARGE SELECT ION OF MEN'S DRESS, WORK & CASUAL SHOES DISCOUNT PRICES ¢ BOSTONIAN Rey, 120-110 - OUR PRICE “19 - *-19 ¢ ALLEN EDMONDS - keg. e456 A Vip - OUR PRICE *29 - °79 ¢ BALLY Kep. 2-10) = ° 280 - OUR PRICE *29 -*69 Many Other Brands Our Price Rey. UTS 19 -*49 THESE ARE MAJOR CHAIN STORE RETURNS IST QUALITY GOOD SHOES AT UNBELIE, IDLE PRICES! 7 < yet) | ) $ 5) 8 I. oy, Vets i. 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The following Sun- day, was dress down day, anyone to come dressed just as you like. blue jeans and tennis shoes ac- cepted. Each Second Sunday will be- come dress-down Day. These are only a few of the functions that will be going on at Calvary, as we continue to reach out into our com- munity and our world to make a difference on the lives of people. WE CAN MAKE A DIFFER- ENCE!"!"! Dr. Elmer Jackson, Pastor ROBERT W. SMITH Smith named superintendent Robert W. Smith, a long-time employee of the Department of Correction, has been named su- perintendent of Eastern Correc- tional Institution. Smith was pro- moted from the Eastern Area Of- fice in Greenville where he was the deputy area administrator. “Bob Smith is a solid, career employee who has done an excel- lent job,” Correction Secretary Franklin Freeman said. “The de- partment is blessed to have dedi- cated, hard working employees such as Mr. Smith, who I know will head Eastern Correctional Institution with the utmost pro- fessionalism.” Smith has been with DOC since 1971. He was born in Beaufort County and graduated from J.H. Rose High School in Greenville in 1965. He earned a B.S. degree in social work and corrections from Fast Carolina University in 1979. Smith started with DOC as a program assistant in the Eastern _ Area Office. He moved to Greene Correctional Center where he was a case analyst. In 1976, he re- turned to the area office as a pro- gram director. In 1983, he was promoted to assistant superinten- dent for programs at Eastern Cor- rectional Institution. He became superintendent at Tillery Correc- tional Center in Northampton County in 1988 before once again returning to the Eastern Area Of- fice in 1991 as the deputy area administrator. Smith’s wife, Claire, is the assis- tant superintendent for programs at Fountain Correctional Center of Women in Rocky Mount. They ive in Greene County. Phyllis Hyman - The Sophisticated Lady July 6, 1949-June 30,1995 ous television specials, talk shows PROFESSIONAL SCREEN PRINTING & APPAREL SALES andin major motion pictures. In Her Life 1981 she was nominated fora Tony 715 ALBEMARLE AVENUE , GREENVILLE , NC Phyllis Hyman was born in Philadelphia, raisedin Pittsburgh. She was the eldest child of seven children born to Louise B. and Phillip H. Hyman. After moving to Miami, Phyllis came to New York and in 1976 she recorded three songs for Norman Conners’ “You Are My Starship” album. That project led to eight successful solo albums. Phyllis was also a featured vocalist on albums by Pharoah Saunders, McCoy Tyner, Barry Manilow and others as well as on several soundtracks. In addition to her concert perfor- mances, she appeared on numer- Award for her work on Broadway in Duke Ellington’s “Sophisticated Ladies.” Phyllis is survived by her fa- ther; six siblings: Ann, Jeannie, Sakeema (Kym), Rasheed (Mark), Anita and Michael; many nieces and nephews and of her loving supportive staff and friends. In addition to her birth family, many others around the world became her family. We thank you Lord for Phyllis. The essence of whoshe was brought together so many. In the midst of our sorrow, we are comforted know- ing she is at peace. office hours after July 10, 1995. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed proposals will be received until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15, 1995 in the Office of the President, Lenoir Community College, Main Campus, PO Box 188, Administration Building, NC Hwy. 258, Kinston, NC 28502, for the construction of: Lenoir Community College Jones County Unit Classroom Addition ID # 6800848762A, DCC #762 at which time and place bids will be opened and read. Complete plans and specifications for this project can be obtained from The East Group, Pa, 324 So. Evans St., Greenville, NC, 27834 (919-758-3746) during normal Plan deposit: $100 Pre-bid Conference: Tuesday, August 1, 1995, 10 a.m. Project Site. The state reserves the unqualified right to reject any and all proposals. Signed: Dr. Brantley Briley Lenoir Community College PO Box 188, NC Hwy. 258 Kinston, NC 28502 Es ERR Ree I RE k « Now itS easier tosave for — something big. Little by little. 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They will be pro- cessed into the prison system be- fore being permanently assigned to one of the state’s 94 prisons. “Mr. Shields’ wealth of experi- ence in correction, and the mili- 1 5 <=> Pa \- a eel Whiripdol | Magic Chef fy ae MITSUBISHI a ht, ee ee WILFORD SHIELDS tary made him the best person for the job, “ said Correction Secre- ‘ tary Franklin Freeman. “I’m con- fident that Mr. Shields will do well ' in his new position.” Shields began his career in 1977 as a correctional officer at Caledonia Correctional Institu- tion. He moved up through the ranks from sergeant to lieutenant, and unit manager. He was assis- tant superintendent at Gates Cor- rectional Center from 1987-89. For the last six years, he has been superintendent at Hoke Correc- tional Institution. After serving 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, Shields retired asa master sergeant. A native of Halifax County, Shields received an AA degree in criminal justice from Halifax Com- munity College. 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