a Sates dramatic come f The East Carolina Playhouse buy a few pears to make a pear will present the moving; touching dramatic comedy, SOMEONE WHO'LL WATCH OVER ME by Frank McGuinness. The play that has been praised as “taut and brilliant,with a heart,a soul and a sense of humor’runs November 9- 14, 1995 at 8:00P.M. each evening except Sunday which has a 2:00 P.M. matinee only. Imagine stepping out one day to Attention Black Business Owners If you provide quality products and services, let the black commu- nity know. The Greenville/Kinston Black pages is much more than just an advert ising directory. It’s a networking, information guide...make it work for you all year long.. The Greenville/Kinston Black pages. Let people know you want their business...advertise in the Greenville/Kinston Black pages.... Call 1-800-401-3373 Self reliance and upward mobility... The Greenville/Kinston Black pages...1-800-401-3373. flan for a dinner party dessert. You head for your local market. Instead—bang!— and you wake up in a box-like room, chained to a wall with two other men similarly shackled. You don’t know where you are, orhow long you'll be there; indeed, whether you will live or die, be someday killed or released. Your sanity, even your identity, is on the knife’s edge of oblivion and you must battle an unseen enemy to keep either. Frank McGuinness’ dramatic comedy, SOMEONE WHO’LL WATCH OVER ME, is a touching, moving story of three men in just such a situation—an American, an Englishman and an Irishman— BRD Soest OW 25 The East Carolina Playhouse to present the moving , Someone who’ll watch over me virtually entombed in a window- less, cell-like, filthy basement room somewhere.in the Middle East. The American is a psychiatrist, the Irishman a journalist, and the Englishmanaschoolteacher. They come together as random hostages in a situation reminiscent of Terry Anderson’s terrible experience in Lebanon, in.which fanatic perse- cutors are trying to break their minds and spirits. In the stark void of their prison, the captives’ only weapon is a ge- nius for wit and laughter which they employ with zest, quirkiness and ferocity in dazzling flights of fancy. Among other things, the play is about courage in the face of the OSHA Compliance for the Health Care Industry East Carolina University’s Cen- ter for Applied Technology will host the seminar OSHA Compliance for the Health Care Industry on De- cember 7, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the Willis Building in down- town Greenville. David McDaniel, a former NC OSHA compliance officer and president of a safety consulting firm, will facilitate the seminar. The seminar will be an in-depth discussion of Hazard Communica- tion/Lab Safety, Bloodborne Patho- gens,and OSHA Tuberculous stan- dards. Upon completion, each par- ticipant will be able to identify requirements as they apply to thei place of buisness, develop required written plans, and implement re- quired employee training. The cost is $85.00, a discount for early reg- istration is available. For more information contact: Center for Applied Technology, East Caro- lina University, Willis Building, Rm. 101, Greenville, NC 27858, Ph. (919) 328-6708, Fax (919) 328- 4356. THE SPIRIT OF “BROTHERHOOD” ...is exemplified by these brothers...Jimmy Dudley (L) and Henry “Sugar” Davis (R). While working together, their work complements each other rather than competing with or combating each other. After all, we really are our brother's keeper. Staff photo Jim Rouse oS a problem. brochure. oa oy ie hha - \ iv 4 (sé SSR . oe s Pa Uti”. y Greenville By z = z— Does Something NTU RS 7 First, call Greenville Utilities immediately at 551-1567 or 752-5627. 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This command sets the tone for the action, much of it devoted to provoking that laugh- ter from the captives (and, by ex- tension, the audience). American savvy, Irish wit and English hu- mor come together in a play that is both rich in ideas and in sheer entertainment. Individual tickets will goon sale November 2 at $8.00 for the Gen- eral Public, $7.00 for ECU Fac- ulty/Staff, and $5.00 for ECU stu- dents. Tickets may be purchased in person, Monday through Fri- day; by phone with a VISA or MasterCard by calling 328-6829 or 328-1726; or by mail, East Caro- lina Playhouse, ECU, Greenville, NC 27858. The box office is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and until 8:15 p.m. on performance dates. Marketing Your Business On the Internet East Carolina University’s Cen- ter for Applied Technology will host the seminar Marketing Your Busi- ness on the Internet on December 7, from 9-12 at the Willis Building in downtown Greenville. 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LOLA ant thevcathiweg ) ‘ \ ) otondeted py AMIR at C4 Rt Vw we na Monthy obliyations tinal ican apy fudranteed by any Wr docd NITED CAROLINA ANK The William Lynch letter | Newspaper columnists and edi- torial writers bleat about the mean- inglessness of Min. Louis Farrakhan’s speech, referring to him as “Louis the Lip,” maintain- ing he “insulted 400,000 men” and saying,, “OK, he’s evil; now what?” etc. He’s been freshly attacked by the running dogs of the status quo. They were hit at one of the seats of their establishment, in an attempt by Farrakhan said nothing. Here is an example of the nothing he said. Modus operandi, 1712-1995 William Lynch was a slave holder and plantation owner. He owned a small plantation in the West Indies. Speaking to a gather- ing of plantation owners in 1712, he imparted his observations on the perpetuation of slavery and the control and management of slaves. (His instructions later be- came part of a plantation owner's manual which was distrubuted throughout the slave states.) “In my bag I have a foolproff method of controlling Black slaves. I guarantee every one of you, if installed correctly it will control the slaves for at least 300 years. My method is simple. Any mem- ber of your family or your overseer can use It. “I have outlined a number of differences among the slaves and I take these differences and I make them bigger I use fear, envy and distrust. For what purpose? Con- trol. To control who? The slave. These methods have worked on my modest plantation in the West Indies and they will work through- out the South. “Now, take this simple little list and think about it. On the top of my list is age. But it’s only because it starts with an A. And the second is color or shade. There’s intelli- gence, sex, size of plantation, sta- tus of plantation, attitude of own- ers, whether the slaves live in the valley or on a hill, north, east, south, or west, have fine hair or coarse hari, or are tall or short. “Now that you have a list of differences, I shall give you an outline of action. But before that, I shall assure you that distrust is stronger than trust. And envy is stronger than adulation, respect or admiration. The Black slave, after receiving this indoctrination, shall carry it on and will become self-generating for hundreds of years. Maybe thousands of years. “Now don’t forget, you must pitch the old Black male against the yeung Black male. And you must use the female against the male. And you must use the male against the female. And the light-skinned slave against the dark-skinner slave. “You must also have your white servants and overseers distrust all Blacks. But it is necessary that your slaves trust and depend on us. They must love, respect and trust only us. “Gentlemen, these keys are your keys to control. Use them. Never miss an opportunity. And if used intensely for one year, the slaves themselves will remain perpetu- ally distrustful. Thank you, gentle- men.” Lynch no doubt hoped to get in good with the colonial American planters If Farrakhan did nothing more than to bring this document to light, (and indeed, he did much more), it would have been enough to justify his speech. Ranck completes basic course - Marine Pfc. Kevin L. Ranck, son of Veronica K. Ranck of 2008 Sherwood, Greenville, recently -completed the Marine Corps Basic ‘Supply Course. During the course with Supply School Company, Marine. Corps Service Support Schools, Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, stu- dents learn to use supply publica- tions and catalogs, general ac- counting, and the basics of naval correspondence. The 1985 graduate of Southside High School of Elmira, N.Y., joined the Marine Corps in March 1995. — Read To Your Children XY d ‘* MRS. NANCY MURRELL, OF GRIFTON, was the happy recipient of a fun-packed ' THE “M’-VOICE- WE n’ Out On J weekend-on-the-town...compliments of JOY 1340 (WOOW) and several local businesses. Nancy and her husband, Fred, dined at Annabelle’s, had a wonderful stay at the Holiday Inn, had breakfast at Quincy’s and enjoyed an ECU football game. They were chauffered about town by Deacon James Boyd of Aladdin’s Limousine Service. Mrs. Murrell was awarded roses from Flowers by Marjorie and special pampering from Obsessions, while Mr. Murrell received services from Stylemasters Barber Shop. Brother Lonni Perkins, of Candid Portraits, captured this special moment for the Murrells and Deacon Boyd was a ‘real gentleman. We are certain that this was a memorable weekend for the Murrell’s; and was just one of the ways we show our listerners that “The winning is just beginning” at JOY!! Andrews is halfway through deployment air, ground and logistics opera- tions supported entirely by ships at sea—a critical option in re- gions where access to land bases is limited or does not exist. He joined the Navy in March of 1993. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Terry R. Andrews, son of Rosa L. Cherry of 102 Sandstone Court, Greenville, is halfway through a six-month South American de- ployment while serving with the commander of the U.S. South 4 Resumes-eBrochures> Atlantic Force embarked aboard the destroyer USS Comte De Grasse. Andrews is on the staff of the commander in charge of coordi- nating and organizing all U.S Navy operations in theSouth At- lantic Ocean and the waters near South America. Andrews and fel- low Sailors and Marines and par- ticipating in UNITAS ‘95, a mul- tinational exercise which began off the coast of Puerto Rico and is continuing around South Vivian D. Baze' ore First Impression Communications (919) 830-4009. ‘Notice of Nondiscrimination The Greenville Housing Authority complies with all federal and state housing laws. The Authority does not knowingly discriminate with regard to race color, creed, religion, national origin, handicap or familial status. Compliance with 504 Program is observed. TDD service is available for the deaf EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY America. UNITAS is latin for unity. Andrews’ ship is one of seven U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships participating in the exercise So far during the deplovment. Andrews and fellow shipmates have conducted anit-air, anti surface, anti-submarine and elec tronic warfare training with forces from Colombia, France, the Netherlands and Venezuela Before they return in late No vember, Andrews and fellow Sail ors and Marines will also train with forces from Argentina, Bra- zil, Chile. Paraguay. Peru and Uruguay. The exercises improve the ability of the different forces to operate together while pro- moting friendship, professional ism and readiness Andrews ship recently passed through the Panama Canal and is headed in a counter clockwise direction around South America While most of the deployment has been at sea, Andrews and The Shoe Outlet Laather Shoes For Bostonian Bally Timberland Dexter Easy Spirit All Priced Well Below Wholesate Allen Edmonds The Little Store With Big Savings Our Shelf Space Has Doubled We Now Have A Large Selection Of Name Brand en And Women Such As: ¢ Soft Spot Bandolino 9 West ; SS Evan Picone Hush Puppies fellow shipmates have also vis- ited Colombia and Venezuela. Andrews’ involvement in this exercise demonstrates the abil- ity of U.S. naval forces to serve as the cornerstone of interna- tional coalitions, while project- ing a positive American image and enhancing diplomatic con- tacts The 1986 graduate of Roanoke High School of Robersonville, joined the Navy in September 1986. SATISFACTION ... of knowing that you’re young, gifted, black and blessed!! Sister Monica Davis took a break from her duties to share this wonderful smile with our photographer. Staff photo Jim Rouse BRAND NEW $20 down and $20 per month / Call Ahead for Pre-approved Credit 758-8093, Ext, 32 FURNITURE LIQUIDATORS 2818 East Tenth Street Greenville, NC was usurped fro Fulani i i j b j iti in ¥V¥ aco Texas where the label- In a separ ate incident, the most the mainstream political groups, and I ’ ’ Be recent bein Se tember 7,3mem- b j Y- T i t bli hment 0 ani- ing of the Branch Davidians asa bers of the Potawatami Nation in Ontario were shot by the Ontario Provincial Police at Ipperwash Provincial Park, located on the St. Clair River. One man, Dudley George, was killed. Both disputes center around > land rights. In British Columbia, at the request of a white rancher, the government has attempted to evict the Shuswap from their sa- cred Sundance lands, on which the Shuswap have worshiped for centuries. The Government is treating them as trespassers and common criminals. The Shuswap maintain that they never ceded their land to the Canadian Gov- ernment, and therefore the gov- ernment has no legal jurisdiction. They want the matter to be settled by an impartial third party. The land at Ipperwash, which Two sculptors featured in NCCU art University will present the works of two 20thcentury African-Ameni- can sculptors. Richmond Barthe - Richard Hunt: Two Sculptors, Two Eras is a traveling show curated by Samella Lewis, Ph.D., professor emerita of Scripps College, Claremont, California, and orga- tional tour begin in 1992 and will continue through 1996. Barthe and Hunt, born 34 years apart, are both recognized as among the foremost artists of their generations. Both received numer- ous honors and rewards, including the Guggenheim Fellowship, and ing the Second World War, was supposed to have been returned, but instead was turned into a na- tional park. Last month, Potawatami men, women. and chil- dren stormed the gates of the park to reclaim their land. Such conflict is nothingnew. The history of both the Canadian and United States governments is that of constant disregard for native peoples, and their land rights. When formal agreements and trea- ties are made, they are almost al- ways violated. One new feature of this current situation is that the Canadian Gov- ernment and Canadiay{ media are trying to label the Native peoples as “Maverick Cultists’? and “Ter- rorists.” It is part of a:recent pat- tern in which small religions, non- the world. The show includes 18 sculptures by each artist, as well as photomu- rals of their studios and public works, and explores similarities andcontrasts between the two art- ists. When Richard Hunt entered the Art Institute of Chicago in 1953, came familiar with the work of Barthe, who had graduated from the same institution in 1929. Barthe’s “The Boxer,” which is a part of the permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, made a lasting impression on the younger artist. zations that oppose the policies of their governments are given the “Cult” label. In the 1950’s, the term “Communist” was used to demon- ize opponents of the U.S. Govern- ment. Now that. the cold war is over, new labels are being used to dehumanize dissidents. Here in the United States - a country founded by religious mav- ericks - the term “Cult”, an unsci- entific and politically loaded term, is being used to tar and feather the very people and organizations that our Constitution is supposed to protect from persecution. Such demonization creates an environ- ment where the violation of Con- stitutional rights - be they Cana- dian or United States Constitu- tional rights becomes possible, if not probable. Witness the outcome The late Richmond Barthe was ognition as a sculptor when Hunt was bornin 1935. Traditional figu- rative art was still in vogue during Barthe’s formative years, while Hunt developed his artistic ap- proach during the era of concep- tual art. Barthe’s inspirations in- cluded Michelangelo, Donatel'o, and Rodin, although his subjects sculptor David Smith and Span- ish sculptor Julio Gonzales, and to African metalworks. Both artists began their careers as modelers and subsequently turned to metal as their medium, Barthe doing bronze casting, Hunt using both casting and welding. (All sculp- tactics used against them. According to the Canadian Alli- ance in Solidarity with Native Peoples, the atmosphere in Canada is very tense. There is growing outrage at the government's use of force rather than diplomacy. At CASNP’s request, I sent letters to the Prime Minister of Canada, Jean Chretien; the Premier of Bnit- ish Columbia, Michael Harcourt; and British Columbia’s Attorney General, Ujjal Dommanj, urging them to restrain the Royal Cana- dian Mounted Police and to desist in their campaign to demonize the Shuswap. But much more support is needed. The situation in British Columbia is still dangerous, and international pressure is critical to help avert a bloodbath. show tures in the traveling show are re — A sculpture show opening No- _ the works of both sculptors are in vember 12 at the NCCU Art Mu- the collections of major museums _ born in 1901 and was just reach- cast sculptures.) THIS BRILLIANT SMILE COMES WITH THE INNER seum at North Carolina Central throughout the United States and ing matunity andwide-spreadrec- | Theshow has been presentedin Chicago, Washington, Chatta- nooga, Edwardsville and Rock Is- land, Illinois, Hampton, Va., Co- lumbus, Ohio, Monroe, La., and Lubbock, Texas. 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While the article displayed the thorough, intelligent perspective we have become accustomed toover the years, I feel, that it lacked a masculine perspective that would add more substance.to many of her claims. I agree with Mrs. Maye that there is something strikingly odd in many of owr churches. As she so accurately stated, most churches tend to be overwhelm- ingly female in pgpulation. This seems to be particularly true in a majority of Protestant churches. As a pastor, I have often wondered why so many of our churches have problems both in ‘attracting men and retaining our young boys. Like Mrs. Maye, I prayerfully accessed the situation andl have come to the conclusion that much of our worshiping system within the framework ofthe Christian Church is out-of-line with God's divine or- der. Whereas, I agree with many of her “seven premises’. I disagree with some that seem to border on many of the negative stereotypes that have followed Black men in almost every area of life. [d like to discuss each of Mrs. Maye’s rea- sons from a male perspective. The first reason she cited stated that one drawback for Black men attending is the fact that many brothers are not gainfully em- ploved. Accurate statistics show that only about 1/4 of Black men fall into this indigent category. In American society, the focus has always been away from the most successtul of Black men by media and journalists alike. And, al- though many attend church for all kinds of reasons, the majority of people come for worship. Intelh gent. conscientious brothers un- derstand the financial obligations A note to the editor of the church and govern them- selves accordingly. However, with the continual deterioration of the American economy, men and women have been reluctant to in- vest in ministries that are poorly administrated and spiritually de- ficient. I agree with Mrs. Maye in prin- ciple that the cnurch does a poor job in accommodating Black men, but I don’t think our men are so shallow that sports events pre- empt their commitment to Christ, where the church has really failed to accommodate men is its per- spective as a divinely run institu- tion. The scripture tells us that man is the head of woman. Many church have departed from this philosophy and run their congre- gations from a feminine perspec- tive. Most social pundits will re- buke the above statement, but is Biblically founded. Men need to take their proper place before God as the leaders God intended them to be. The answer is not schedul- ing church services around the NFL schedule. Mrs. Maye’s third reason, that the prevailing doctrine of today’s church being somewhat illogical is true. However, the problems stem more from the church’s interpre- tation of Scripture more than what the Bible says. We all accept that God's word does not change. As Black people, we know the concept of a “blonde, blue-eyed” church is totally erroneous. But, the mes- sage of loving your enemies and those who despite use you are In- grained in Biblical fundamentals. The fact that trusting God even in impoverished circumstances, where social and political disen- franchisement has been the norm and not the exception, has given Black men great inspiration, goes without saying. Mrs. Maye’s fifth reason deals 3 Days Only! Thursday - Saturday Down Payment with approved credit Credit Hassles Io 04) Fd No Problem! No Credit Will Be Refused’ If You've Been Waiting For The Perfect Opportunity To Buy That New Furniture... THIS [8 IT! Heilig Meyer FURNITURE 518 E. Greenville Blvd Greenville, N.C. (919) 756-4145 with submission. The issue in the Black church as it relates to sub- mission is to whom Black men should be submissive to. Accord- ing to the divine order, God is the head of man, and man is the head of woman. Any straying from that is outside the will of God. Black men, by in large, are not going to submit to a ministry where the minister is of questionable moral character. Real men are not going to submit to a ministry that emas- culates their manhood and mascu- linity. Men have no more problem submitting to God than anyone when God is presented in the proper context. I agree with Mrs. Maye’s sixth reason which says many men have problems with preachers. To that point I would like to add that Black men understand, probably better than most, the inner workings of a rank-and-file hierarchal system. But, when it comes to the church, Black men are not going to follow men who serve as ministers with no purpose or direction. Men will not be attached to a ministry that is not spiritual, or at least appears be. Men usually see through “flim- flamming” preachers. I agree with Mrs. Maye’s sev: enth reason 100%. She says Black males won't 90 to church because todavs church does not address their needs. Black men have had to deal with being the brunt of every social attack. Their image as human beings are often tainted by society. Black men have been de- picted as ogres, less-than-human. etc. With all of this negativism, shouldn't the church be a haven for spiritual rejuvenation and de- velopment Brothers should find the church to be the one place where truly everyone is equal, and where one’s relationship to the Creator is the priority. Islam, which is fastly becoming the religion of choice among Black maies today, is the antithesis of everything we ve discussed in this article. In most Musiim services I have attended, I've noticed that men outnumber women probably 25-to-1. This is probable exactly the opposite to what we see in the Christian church. I observed that the services were very “mascu- linely” oriented. Obviously, there is something to be learned there. It is time for men to come for- ward and take their place in God's diving order. We need to be the men God intended us tobe. Surely, ifwe walk before God as we should, our beautiful sisters will rever- ence and admire us more. REV. A. MICHAEL DIXON Internet Panel Discussion East Carolina University’s World Class Strategies Network will host a panel discussion con- cerning the internet on November 8, from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Willis Building in downtown Greenville. This interactive meeting has been planned to provide a forum to ask questions and find real an- swers about the Internet from ex- perts of academia, from an actual Internet provider, and from a busi- ness currently utilizing the Net. The cost is $25.00 for non mem- bers. For more information con- tact: Center for Applied Technol- ogy, East Carolina University, Willis Building, Rm. 101, Greenville, NC 27858, Ph. (919) 328-6708, Fax (919) 328-4356. OSHA compliance for general industry East Carolina University’s Center for Applied Technology will host the seminar OSHA Compliance for General Indus- try on November 13, from 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Willis Build- ing in downtown Greenville. David McDaniel, a former NC OSHA compliance officer and president of a safety consulting firm, will facilitate the seminar. The seminar will be an in-depth discussion of common safety vio- lations and proactive measures for general industry. Upon completion, each participant will be able to identify requirements as they apply to their place of business, develop required writ- ten plans, and implement re- quired employee training. The cost is $85.00, a discount for early registration is available. For more information contact: Cen- ter for Applied Technology, East Carolin University, Willis Build- ing, Rm 101, Greenville, NC 27858, Ph. (919) 328-6708, Fax ( The’M' Voice Salutes Pastor Ruth Peterson Of The Anointed One Church A Degree From The Lord. God Bless You ke 4 Sos % ws EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA'S MINORITY VOICE - SINCE 1981 WEEK OF NOVEMBER 4-15, 1995 Minority loan rate decried The Community Reinvestment Association of North Carolina charges that First Citizens has done little to improve its lending record to minorities. By Joel B. Obermayer Staff writer for the News & Observer Alleging that First Citizens Bancshares has done little to im- prove its lending record in minor- ity and low-income communities, a Raleigh-based watchdog group has filed a challenge to First Citi- zens’ recent purchase of another bank. The Community Reinvestment Association of North Carolina maintains that for years First Citi- zens has received fewer applica- tions from minorities and denied a higher percentage of loans than it ought to. It has asked the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond to halt First Citizens’ acquisition of Sanford-based Allied Bank Capi- tal while its lending performance is reviewed. A ruling on the chal- lenge is expected to take two or three months. Andrew Foster, executive direc- tor of CRANC, said his group based its challenge on an analysis of three years of mortgage lending data that First Citizens provided to the federal go year agreement with CRANC in the Community Reinvestment Act, as well as concerns about other issues like bank branch closures and business lending. “Year after year their record hasn’timproved, it’s slipped,” Fos- ter said. “They’re really underperforming the market.” First Citizens spokesman Chris Bubin said he could not comment because the bank had not received notice of the challenge. He added that the bank had received two consecutive “outstanding” ratings from the Federal Deposit Insur- ance Corp., the government agency that rates banks on their compli- ance with the Community Rein- vestment Act. But at least one expert on the subject of minority lending said that those ratings do not ensure a sterling record. “(First Citizens] can’t just use those ratings as a shield,” said Ken Thomas, a noted author on CRA compliance. “If CRANC is making those allegations, then you have to take them seriously.” First Citizens signed a three- RADIO STATION WOOW, JOY 1340... recently held a $1,000 give-a-way. Sister Trelanie 1991 to start a series of programs to increase services and loans in minority communities, Foster said. “For the bulk of the agreement, they didn’t meet the goals that were agreed to.” Representatives from First Citi- zens and CRANC continued meet- ing regularly until last month, when, Foster said, his group lost patience. “Our sense is that because of the outstanding rating, they don’t be- lieve they need to do anything more,” Foster said. The challenge comes at a time when the increasing pace of bank mergers has focused attention on how mergers will affect lending and services in minority commu- nities. The challenge is the first such action by CRANC since it opposed the merger of NationsBank-then called NCNB- and C&S/Sovran four years ago. Data recently compiled by The N&O shows that in the Triangle in 1994, First Citizens denied home loan applications to blacks 31 per- cent of the time, a rate five times (Continued on page 2) Moore, shown here, was the recipient of this blessing. “Just look at God blessing!!!” Fathers Adopting Our Young Sons Black men urged to become vigilant adoptive parents By Alvin Peabody In 1981, Father George Clements adopted a son and set an example for his Catholic parishio- ners to adopt homeless children. And after his shining example, hundreds of people began to open their homes for adoption. “Adoption of young Black males have been something I’ve been talking about fora very long time,” said Clements, founder and direc- tor of One Church, One Child, a multi-denominational church- based organization dedicated to finding African American adop- tive parents for African American and bi-racial children. “Hearing our leaders talk about adopting our young sons seems like an answer to my prayers,” added Clements, who now serves as the Washington, D.C.-based One Church, One Addict program. Hopefully, our children will get the attention they desperately need.” According to Clements and other social workers, there are nearly 25,000 Black children available for adoption. “We have a lot of Black men in this audience today,” said Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan. “I'd hope that they would come forward and offer to adopt our young children.” And sure they did. More than 25,000 hands were raised during the recent Million Man March. “I applaud those valiant brothers who are accepting the challenge of adopting children to form their own families.” Father Clements ) said. Rev. James E. Green, a Baptist preacher in Cleveland, said Black men “have just too many problems to get involved in adopting young children. Hopefully, things are going to change, especially as a result of this Million Man March.” For Clements, it really doesn’t matter if the person is single. “Love is all that we need,” said Clements, whose program has adopted 40,000 youngsters in nearly 39 states. However, he accuses the U.S. Con- gress of being “prepared to kill dozens of social programs designed to maintain a civilized family. The only time lawmakers seem to ad- dress the issue of adoption is to talk about it as an antidote to abortion.” Father Clements explained that when he adopted Joey, his first child, he publicly stated he wanted to get the child that no one else wanted. “I wanted to get a genu- Staff photo Jim Rouse inely special needs child. But where are the voices being raised for kids like the ones | adopted?” said Clements, who has since added three more boys to his fam- ily. “Hey, Ihave nochildren and I’ve always wanted to adopt a Black child,” said Samuel Cowers, a con- struction worker in Silver Spring. “After this march, I’m going to talk to my wife about adopting not one, but two Black children.” “Twenty-five thousand chil- dren!” James Pickett exclaimed when told of the number of Black children available for adoption in the Washington metropolitan area. “Man, something has got to be done about this. This is horrible, and with all these Black men here today?” On October 16, that was another challenge put forth to the million Black men assembled on the Mall. Canadian Government repression must be stopped By Dr. Lenora Fulani Last week, I was contacted by Kahn-Tineta Horn, a Native Ca- nadian and President of the Cana- dian Alliance in Solidarity with Native Peoples (CASNP). She in- formed me of several confronta- tions that are currently taking place between Canadian police and Native peoples. On June 24th, a atandaff had hemin in Rritiah Co. | lumbia, Canada, between tradi- tionalist members of the Shuswap Nation and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Currently, over 200 armed Mounties, armed with M- 1 6s and 9mm automatic pis- tols have cordoned off a 5200 Square Kilometer section sur- rounding the Shuswap and are preparing for an armed assault. (Maathawad aw anna AN | Z *é MS. BARBARA FENNER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE WEST GREENVILLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ... corporation, (L) is shown with Ms. Annette Goldring (C) and Sammie Koivi (R) members of the WGCDC Board of Directors, during the fourth African-American youth festival . . ."Miss Soko Watoto.” Staff photo Jim Rouse Blacks reminded of Christian heritage By Stan Alleyne Too many poor and middle-class black people are becoming com- placent and comfortable with their economic status. Others are put- ting too much faith in political parties that may not even have their best interests in mind, said the president of the General Bap- tist State Convention of North Carolina Thursday to members of the NAACP. Dr. Clifford Jones addressed more than 200 people, mostly rep- resentatives of NAACP branches from across the state, at a lun- cheon at Mount Zion Disciples Church. He spoke on this year’s state convention theme: Speaking Truth to Power In the Struggle for Political and Economic Develop- ment. Jones, head of a Baptist organi- zation with 1,700 affiliated churches and 450,000 members across the state, was the keynote speaker for “Religious Day,” the opening day of the 52nd Annual N.C. State Conference for the NAACP. The convention which is being hosted by the Goldsboro- Wayne County branch of the NAACP will last until Saturday night. Jones urged blacks not to be- come complacent with their finan- cial situations. “For too many of us we have become comfortable being poor middle class,” he said “.... The fact of the matter is that, but for the grace of God and charge cards, most of us would be in trouble.” He ‘The Planter’s Manual’ “The Planter’s Manual” was pre- pared after a series of slave revolts that shook a young colonial America. A slave revolt took place in 1708 in Newton, on Long Is- land. Seven whites were killed, two Black male slaves and one American Indian slave were hanged, one female slave was burned at the stake. A noted slave revolt took place in New York in 1712, where Blacks rose up. Nine whites were killed and 21 slaves were executed. In 1739, afamous slave revolt in Stono, South Carolina, led by a slave named Jemmy, killed 25 whites before it was put down. These are but a fraction of the documented revolts against sla- very. This revolt led tothe Englesh banning African slave ships from landing in South Carolina for 10 years. It was felt the infusion of fresh African blood kept remind- (Dnatinwnd aa anan ON said black citizens are not saving enough money and do not own enough land. “We are losing too many farms. God’s not makingany more land,” he said. Jones told the audience to move beyond classism and unite for the betterment of all. “If a few of us who have clout-whatever that is- in the economic base, if we’re not using that for the betterment of the whole, then we become a part of the problem.” He warned black people of the danger of putting all their alle- giance into a political party. He said he was mainly talking about local politics. “I’m concerned because on a lo- cal level I don’t find a great deal of difference between Democrats and Republicans as it relates to Afri- can-Americans.” he said. “We've got to be careful, you all. We have sold our souls to a politi- (Continued on page 2) ee 4 PASTOR DORETHA BERNARD(TOP) . .. is shown at entrance tothe Victory Deliverance Center. 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The SOS initiative is currently looking for more volunteers to help with the local initiatives for SOS in your county, call pro- gram director Joe Canty at 919- 571-4848. Read To Children ‘Million Man March to build business, to build houses, I (say your name) pledge, that from this day forward, I will strive to love my brother as I love myself. “I (say your name) pledge, that | from this day forward, I will strive | ITU, & wee to build hospitals, to build facto- ries and to enter universal trade, for the good of myself, my family and my people. Hansley completes overseas deployment Navy Petty officers 3rd class Treavor L. Hansley, a 1991 graduate of D.H. Conley High School of Greenville, recently re- turned to Earle, N.J., after com- pleting a six-month overseas de- ployment aboard the fast com- bat support ship USS Seattle, which included duty in the Adriatic Sea near Bosnia- Herzegovina an din the Persian Gulf near Iraq. Hansley is one of 621 sailors aboard the ship who completed the more than 36,000-,ile voy- age. Hansley’s ship served as part of the formidable 11-ship USS Theodore Roosevelt Battle Group, which included jet fight- ers, airborne early warning and electronic warfare aircraft, at- tack aircraft, helicopters, and ships and submarines armed with Tomahawk cruise missiles. While in the Persian Gulf, Hansley and fellow shipmates supported and supplied fuel to ships enforcing the no-fly zone over Southern Iraq and deter- ring Iraqi aggression on the Ara- bian peninsula. During the deployment, Hansley’s ship transferred more than 15 million gallons of fuel to 128 U.S. Navy ships as well as Davis was promoted Felichia F. Davis of Seymour Johnson AFB, daughter of Oscar L. and Rosa L. Davis of Greenville, has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force Reserve to the rank of air- man first class. Working with more than 700 reservists AlC Davis is a com- puter operator with the 916th Com- munication Flightf, which is part of the 916th Air Refueling Wing at Seymour Johnson AFB, N.C. Davis is a 1993 graduate of J.H. Rose High School, Greenville, and is currently attending East Caro- lina University, Greenville. Navy ships from Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. The refueling operations took place while traveling side-by-side to other ships. Helicopters from Hansley’s ship also flew 49 mis- sions delivering nearly 100,000 tons of food, ammunition, suplies and mail. While spending 147 days at sea, Hansley also visited Bahrain, Crete, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Sicily and Spain. In Chania, Crete, Sailors from Hensley’s ship volunteered their free’ time to paint a monastery and children’s home. Hansley’s involvement in this deployment reflects the Navy- Marine Corps team’s unique ca- pability of being able to conduct raise my hand, with a knife. gun, to beat, cut or shoot any mem- ber of my family and any human — being, except in selfdefense. I (say your name) pledge, that from this day forward, I willnever _ abuse my wife by striking her or — disrespecting her, for she is the mother of my children and the | producer of my future. I (say your name) pledge, that from this day forward, I will never engage in the abuse of children, little boys or little girls for sexual gratification. I will let them grow in peace to be strong men and women for the future of our people. I (say your name) pledge, that from this day forward, I will never again use the “B” word to describe any female, particularly my own Black sister. I (say your name) pledge, that from this day forward, I will not poison my body with drugs or that which is destructive to my health and well being. 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He es said “s urged the delegates to remember their roots—the Christian church. He said churches must come to- Minority Loan Rate higher than for whites. First Citi- zens’ denial rates for blacks was higher than those of First Union, BB&T and Wachovia. It should be noted, however, that denial rates alone do not prove discriminatory lending practices. The N&O also reported that last December, in an internal First Citizens memo, a bank vice chair- man warned that ifimprovements in compliance were not made, “the matter could be turned over to the Department of Justice, which very well could bring aspects of our business to a halt.” Bank officials said in an inter- view later that the statement was made to get employees’ attention. Blacks reminded ther for the common good. ones said, “Our young peopledon’t know our history. They don’t think you all have done anything. They think it’s time for us to step aside. That’s because we haven't told them the story.” Jones said he tired of hearing positive rhetoric from black lead- ers with little action following it. « ..It sounds sweet but it doesn’t put bread on the table. It’s not providingjobs, nor harmony within the community. Somehow we've got to communicate our struggle and the truth of that struggle with the powers that be,” he said. “We can’t kiss up to them (the powerful people in the community). We've got to be careful eating from their table because if I feed you and clothe you then I can deter- mine your destiny especially if you’re dependent on me, he added. «...There needs to be that holy/ unholy alliance with power. We've got to be careful who we cast all of our lot with.” Read The 'M' Voice Newspaper The Minority Voice Inc. WOOW P.O. Box 8361 310 Evans St. Mall, Greenville, NC 27835 919-757-0365/ Fax: 919-757-1793 WTOW P.O. 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What tribe or region in Africa they came from was listed, along with their English proficiency and their skills, some of which they brought with them from Africa, such as rice growing, indigo (dye) growing and harvesting, fishing and net-making, blacksmith and metal smithing, cotton thread spin- ning and weaving, etc. Runaways were also listed by color, with mulattos running away least of all, and Blacks running away most of all. (Male, Black - 2,810, [72.6 percent of all run- aways] Female, Black-584 [15.1 percent of al] runaways) Male, mulatto-55 [1.4 percent of all run- aways] female, mulatto-11[.3 per- cent of all runaways)). The official numbers of run- aways per year were over 3,000 recorded. The number not recorded could be large as well. Sometimes slaves were caught and sold and —— '|From Page 1 a2 the planter listed them as lost for the sake of creditors while pocket- ‘ing the money. ~; The census was published in the South Carolina Gazette starting in 1736. In 1740, the frst informal highway patrols (phtty-rollers) were formed. Inthe Louisiana Territory, Black runaways headed into the swamps and bogs, ending up-in Florida, living with the Semiffoles, or with French/Indian trappers and fur trades. Slaves were at a disadvan- tage as they had limited places to run. But planters Were also at a disadvantage, livingin fear ofslave revolts, individual acts of revenge or Indians. William Lynch’s mis- sive came as good information. It was amongmany written treatises from the English including colo- nial information manuals on slaves, their habits, their regions in Africa, their skills, planting tech- niques for rice, corn, etc. There were encouragements for buying slaves, auction notices, best get- rich schemes, credit plans for buy- ing slaves and land for planta- The Planter's Manual tions, the best cash crops, etc. “The Planter’s Manual” also had branding and whipping tech- niques, torture techniques listed by rope, fire, burying slaves alive, striking terror into slaves by wit- nessing beatings, etc., and select- ing the proper uverseer. Sugges- tions for proper allotment forslaves was also given, such as one blan- ket every three years, no clothing at all for children under 13. Shoe allotments-one pair a year for adults, none for children. (If your fee grew, too bad, leading some slaves not to wear the painfully small shoes, and slave masters to assume slaves preferred to be bare- footed.) In addition, the Royal African Company, an English slave trad- ing conglomerate, and the South Carolina Gazette, a newspaper, published regular accounts of slave ship captains, and their daring exploits on the African continent and high seas, serving the dual purpose of vilifying the natives and romanticizing the slave trade. Notices The Subdivision Review Board will meet on Wednesday, Novem- ber 8, and Wednesday, November 22, at 4:30 p.m. in the third floor office of Harry V. Hamilton, Jr., which is in the Community Build- ing located on the corner of Fourth and Greene Streets. The Greenville Board of Adjust- ment will meet on Thursday, No- vember 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Munici- pal Building located on the corner of Fifth and Washington Streets. The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on Tuesday, November 21, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building located on the corner of Fifth and Washing- ton Streets. from the desk of Mrs. Beatrice Maye ) BEATRICE MAYE To the editor - THANKSGIVING! Not only isit a time to gather the family around and remember that God gives us the great blessings all enjoy - but - Thanksgiving is also a good time to ask ourselvesjust how thankful we are every day, for everything thatis done for usor given tous. In our busy world,appreciation, thankfulness, and gratitude seem to be overlooked all too often, but all of us need to be appreciated and to show appreciation. A sincere “thank you”, a pat on the back toa fellow human being who has done a good job, helps you as much as it does the other person. Young folk, your advantages are so great. Show your parents you appreciate their sacrifices - they deserve your love, respect and ap- preciation. They deserve a great deal of credit and thanks. Thanksgiving leaves me over- whelmed with gratitude Gratitude to: ....God for granting me another year ....For giving me a home and health ....For all the blessings He has provided so abundantly ....To my country, for providing a place where I can live with the freedom to express my thanks as I wish .... To my family for knowing all my faults and eccentricities, and ac- cepting me just the same ....To all the others in my life who have encouraged, praised and helped me - theirinput, tender andtimely, has smoothed rough places, melted mountains, and bridged dark can- yons of despair - So, be prompt in paying your debts of gratitude, be aware of small kindnesses and thoughtful words. A few words or a small note of appreciation takes so little time, and yet makes such a big differ- ence in the quality of life. It be- comes an endless circle of blessing and gives each day the opportu- nity to become a little Thanksgiv- ing. “Be thankful unto Him and bless his name” (Psalm 100:4) Beatrice Maye SUCCESS INDICATORS: 1. Try to pick persons who focus on goals instead of personal adorn- ment. Most boys and girls spend more time combing their hair, look- ing at TV or videos instead of mu- DIRECTOR sic practice or improving computer skills or reading good books. 2. Select finishers, meaning people who complete their jobs in- stead of leaving them half done. Do you pass in your homework on time? 3. Students with A’s and B’s are more likely toendin WHO’S WHO than their C or D classmates. 4. Notice the classmates who smile, greet their associates cheer- ily and give compliments freely. 5. Perseverance. Athletes de- serve credit, too. 6. Boy or Girl Scouts have had practical experience that gives them “Horse Sense’. 7. Watch the boy or girl who goes to Sunday school, isa patrol leader or a bus monitor. 8. Individuals who don’t follow every fad or fashion such as use of cigarettes, beer drinking or drugs. 9. Moral idealism rates very high - honesty, integnty, and a firm belief in the Almignty. FOUR THINGS - Henry Van Dyke Four things aman must learn to do If he would make his record true; To think without confusion clearly; To love his fellowman sin- cerely; To act from honest motives MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS Salary Negotiable Exciting opportunity for a highly skilled, experienced MIS professional to lead the delivery of MIS services for Pitt County Government and provide leadership for a staff of 22 full time positions. Current operating budget is $1,677,529. 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If you think you'll lose, you’re lost, For out in the world we find Success begins with a fellow’s will, It’s all in the state of mind. If you think you're outclassed, you are; You've got to think high to rise, You've got to be sure of yourself before You can even win a prize. Life’s battles don’t always go To the stronger or faster man; But sooner or later the man who wins Is the man who thinks he can. Walter D. Wintle THE WAYS John Oxenham To every man there openeth A way, and ways and a way. And the High Soul climbs the Highway, And the Low Soul gropes the Low, Andin between, on the misty flats, The rest drift to and fro. But to every man there openeth A high- way, and a Low, And every man decideth The Way his soul shall go. EVIL The way to keep life from evil is not to let the evil get started, and the way to keep the evil from get- ting started is by cultivating the good. Figuratively speaking, your capacity for kindness and selfsacrifice, for loyalty and love constitute the seeds of your own personal laws. If vou concentrate on making them grow, they can stifle the feelings of anger, selfish- ness, and lustfulness which are the weeds of life. A recently pub- lished, very popular book carried the title, THE GREENING OF AMERICA. It could be used to de- scribe this greening of our lives. EIGHT PRICELESS PRE- SENTS FOR A SPOUSE 1. Companionship, 2. Change Behavior - Ex. Punctuality, com- munication, 3. Fun. Ex. Plan a surprise date or weekend, share your special ‘giftedness’ - compose a poem, bake a cake; 4. Initiative, stroll around the block, having friends over for dinner, yes, even making love; 5, Special thought- fulness, Ex. change the linen, wash her car, serve her breakfast in bed on Saturday morning, 6, Unusual Compliments. Take a moment to remember seven characteristics that first attracted you to your spouse. List them. 7. Joy. It’s an awesome gift for a spouse to be a joy-filled person and it is only pos- sible as we consistently sit at the feet of Jesus. 8. Prayer. Love and marriage take work. These gifts don’t take money, instead thought, time and caring will give those we love the warmth of knowing we truly treasure them. From: PLUS; the Magazine of Positive Thinking ANGER is often a mask for self- ishness. “Anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires”, James 1:20 “The Lest way to have a good neighbor is to be one”. “It takes a duck to know a duck”.