a ae ee aS LISTEN TO WOOW 1340 Ant RARY - PERIODICAR AROLINA UNIVERS Greenville WTOW 1320AM ES iT titii ces t 1 ; te) or the Con ye A healthy body is a guest-chamber for the soul; a sick body is a prison. ~FRANCIS BACON Home Deliveyy Zz. } t S8z EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA’S MINORITY VOICE SINCE 1981 ISSUE WEEK AUGUST 19-AUGUST 2 — —|N National Urban League Push for Economic Empowerment by Kitty J. Pope The National Urban League's Annual Conference was held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia several weeks ago. The four-day conference featured such speakers as Rev. Jesse Jackson. US Vice-president. Al Gore. NAACP board chairman, Julian Bond: Chairman and CEO of Scars. Roebuck and Co.. Arthur Martinez: pioneer astronaut. Dr. Mae Jamison. Chairman/CEO of Texaco. INC.. Peter I. Bijur: and several other distinguished leaders. Entertainment was provided by Harold Melvin & Blue Notes. Roberta Flack and the Whispers. National Urban — League President Hugh Price and Peter Biyur of Texaco addressed the conference that Tuesday and Julian Bond and Rev. Jesse Jackson spoke on Wednesday. Each speaker's theme focused on the inclusion of African Americans in America's business structure. Each empha- sized the Urban League's Mission to enforce and create fair employ- ment and economic possibilities. Because Texaco exploded into national attention when company executives were taped discussing blacks in derogative terms. the representative from Texaco had been anticipated intensely by the audience. Surveys of the company had also revealed difficulty for blacks attempting to buy Texaco franchises. Because of these embar- rassing revelations, Texaco has increased availability for minority business opportunities. Bijur, in his speech entitled "What is the corporate Commitment to Real Diversity," said that Texaco is now an cxample that real diversity must be inte- grated into a company's busincss plan. “It must guide our strategies or hiring. developing. promoting and retaining a diverse workforce. And it must extend beyond our corporate boundaries - not only to our customers and suppliers, but also to the communities where we work and live," said Biyur. Rev. Jesse Jackson spoke on establishing effective means of realizing economic power. With his usual fiery tone. he talked about "leveling the plaving field" for economic power. Jackson said that resources within the African- American community must be identified and developed. As head of ration Push, Jackson has established a new unit within the organization called "The Wall Street Project and Rainbow Push Coalition" which will begin buying blocks of stock in compa- nies that were found to be reluctant in fairly spending with minorities. The idea is to buy influence in the companies to force a change in direction. Julian Bond talked about min- ing the ready talent and resources within the black community for long-lasting economic strength. Bond outlined strategies to broaden the perspectives of the professional organizations’ influences and goals to attain social and economic equality. Urban League President Hugh Price said, "Many of us have been laboring under the false comfort that the expansion of the black middle class and the creation of individual black millionares have moved African Americans closer to economic parity in America. The reality is that no matter how great incomes become for individual Blacks. our wealth is not sustained because we have very few assets that can be passed on from generation to generation.” Price went on to say that individual self-sufficiency as im- portant as that is. cannot be the ultimate goal." Black folks must push past that and go for economic power. Self-empowerment through combined wealth is the only avenue African-Americans can use to as- sure their future. said Price. "We risk missing out on prosperity in the next millennium if community leaders fail to set a new agenda based on amassing wealth and accumulating assets.” he added. The National Urban League called on brother organizations such as the NAACP to join efforts for tougher economic accountabil- ity of civil and economic rights for all civil and economic rights for all Americans. The League announced at the conference that black fami- lies need to spend less to save and invest more. The organization has called for the creation of govern- ment programs that would help more minorities buy homes and businesses and learn marketable job skills. The National Urban League urged American's universities, cor- porations. labor unions, and all Organizations as well as the gov- ernment to make a renewed com- mitment to affirmative action. Vice-President Gore presence during the Business and Labor Luncheon underscores the Clinton Administration's endorsement of the National Urban League and its commitment to diversity in_ the workplace. Gore joined Sears Chair & CEO Arthur Martinez in pre- senting the National Urban League with a million dollar check from Sears. "Martinez said that the contribution demonstrates Sears’ commitment to the National Urban League's mission and will help build and prepare leaders of tom- morrow to lead into the millenium and beyond. With a mission of helpin African Americans obtain socia ‘Soul Music under the Stars... hte. and the Famous O' the show. More than 20,000 Photo by Jim Rouse Above Ronnie Isley of the famed Isley Brothers performs "live" before capacity crowds during “Sweet Sound of Soul Tour"at the Walnut Creek Amphitheater in Sloe Also headlining the concert was Earth, Wind & Jays. According to concert goers, the Isleys" stoled people attended this fabulous event. aid cconomic equality. the National Urban League Annual Conterence has been a premicr forum on race relations in America. It has served aS a cnitical opportunity to assess the state of the African American community to network, and to advance the civil rights agenda. More than 4.000 people attended this year's conference. PITT COUNTY SCLC PRESIDENT BENN é COMMUNITY SERVANT... * BY KITTY J. POPE Bennie Rountree Bennic Rountree has been President of the Pitt County Souther Christian Leadership Conferciice (SCLC) for the past 26 years. He had served as Vice President for 10 years before be- coming President. The SCLC was founded by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. in 1957 to fight for civil rights. Rountree has continued to work tirelessly with the SCLC for nearly 40) years. He has worked in Pitt 'WE MUST BE ROLE MODELS,’ SAYS LEGAL LEGEND GARY County in helping to improve the social conditions for black people. With nearly 600 members, Rountree has the largest and one of the most effective chapters in the state of North Carolina. Without the aid of a college degree or even a high school diploma, Rountree has established himself as a very strong and viable force in the area of civil rights and economic development. Aside from being at the forefront for black equality, he has continued to run- ning a successful real estate busi- ness. A firm believer in black economic empowerment he has also continued to emphasize the impor- tance of Blacks having their own businesses. With little or no formal educa- tion, Rountree has used common sense and wisdom to become a well-respected leader in the Pitt County Community. Even though Rountree has been asked to dine with the governor and heads of states, Rountree affirmed that it is the joy in doing the little things toward helping his fellow man that are most rewarding. Rountree grew up poor, having to work hard in cotton fields at a very early age. He became very inter- ested in civil rights when he noticed how much better off white families were socially and economi- cally when compared with blacks. As ayouth, he couldn't understand this. but he knew that things needed to change for black people. These memories prompted his de- sire to work to help black people to become morc self-sufficient. A man of selflessness and grati- tude. Rountree has always served others. sometimes before thinking of himself. When he got old enough to work to save money. he used the money that he saved to buy homes for his three sisters before he bought one for him- self."My mother died when | was 18 months old and my oldest sister raised me. I bought her a house when I was 20 years old as a way of showing thanks." says Rountree. "Il also bought my other sister a house and made a good down payment on one for my other sister,” he adds. A servant of the community, Rountree strongly believes in giv- ing back to help others. "I belicve that a person should be thankful for what he has. Even when I was very poor, | was always thankful for what I did have. | am thankful to God for what I have now. That is why I'm willing to serve the people ant the community,” he explains. At his own expense. Rountree has hosted a radio program dedi- cated to the dream of his mentor. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.. for ‘he past three years. He has used tne program to talk to people about IIE ROUNTREE: social problems in an effort to call the community to action . Rountree, who just attended the SCLC convention in Washington. DC.. and gave a personal donation of $1.000 to the organization. says that he will continue to fight racism as Pitt County SCLC President. In addition to fighting racism. a goal for this year includes trving to help young people. He is deeply concerned about unemploy- ment. drug abuse. and the school dropout rate among vouth. "The youth are our future and we must all do our part in helping the next generation to be the best that they can be." explained Rountree. Left Coach Al Powell, author of the 400z Scandal is pictured with Congresswoman Eva Clayton, along with Rural and Economics Development Director Thadlock (back) and Rev. Williams of Washington, N.C., after a meeting on Water and Grant Availability. Eva Clayton who attended the with Rev. C.R. Parker and his sister. Breakfast at St. Peter's Church. Shown here is the Pastor of St. Peter Missionary Baptist Chure ( ening of the church's new sanctuary. Also in attendance was Greenville Mayor Nancy Jenkins (ri ‘ou can visit St. Peters for God's Blessing and Fellowship. It's always good to be a part of a church home. St. Peter's can be found on Munford Road. (Photos by Jim Rouse) urch, Daniel House along with Congresswoman ) along NATION'S BLACK YOUTH PLANS FOR FUTURE IN NEXT MILLENNIUM By Alvin Peabody Attorney Willie E. Gary. . known as a tena- cious liti- gator whose com- manding —_ presence and impassioned oratory have moved juries to tears --is a master in the court room. He's also a master behind a podium speaking to an audience--unusually detailing his rags-to-riches story. Gary, one of the nation's most ‘successful trial attorneys, was in: Memphis attending the National Bar Association's 73rd annual con- vention. Gary and his law firm sponsored a reception and celebra-, tion honoring Attorney John L. Crump, NBA executive director, for 20 years of dedicated service to the NBA. Gary, described as "The Giant Killer" because of the large number of suits he has won against large corporations, honored Crump with a seven-day cruise anywhere in the Caribbean with his wife and a $1,000 check to spend however he Continues on page 2 i What better place to hold the first-ever Million Youth Movement rally than in Atlanta, Georgia-- home of such great Black pioneers as Benjamin Mays, Martin Luther King, Jr, Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young? "We are about to showcase the excellence of being a Black man in America," said the Rev.Jamal- Harrison Bryant, national director of the Youth and College Division of the NAACP. "We want America to know that a Black youth can be more than ‘just Mike’, and can aspire to be like the Mays and Kings and Jacksons," said Bryant, who joined Dennis Rogers, chairman of the Million Youth Movement in outlin- ing objectives and purpose of activities for the planned event, which is set to take place September 4 to 7 (Labor Day weekend) in Atlanta. “Our forefathers made a signifi- cant sacrifice so that today we can live wherever we want to live and send our children to whateyer school we want to," added’ Bryant, who joined Rogers and others at a Washington, D.C. press briefing recently. With. the theme, "Preparing Youth for the Next Millennium," Dennis B. Rogers, left, and Rev.Jamal-Harrison Bryant are crisscrossing the U.S. to (Photo by Antwon Williams) Rogers explained that "the nation's youth are being brought together as a positive group of people showing the world that we can make a difference. This is also a cry for help from the inside, whereby we are urging our young people to put their priorities in place." Activities planned for the Million Youth Movement rally include promote the forthcoming Million Youth Movement rally in Atlanta, workshops on the development of youth in the areas of spiritual, social, economic, education and political spheres. In addition, a panel of experts who represent the youth and adult perspective will address issues from a_ solution- oriented perspective while also discussing a 10-point action plan, which calls for the overall improve- ment in the condition of youth and the communities in which they live. "In the 1960s. young people bravely and eloquently articulated a new vision for America. They led a movement of moral righteousness demanding racial justice and social equality," observed the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson. Sr., who was a student during the 1960s. However, 34 vears since he helped fight for the passage of the historic Civil Rights Act and 33 years after the passage of the Voting Rights Act, Jackson sees that the struggle still continues for America's youth. "Today, the door of equal oppor- tunity, opened only partially by affirmative action and other civil rights legislation, is being slammed shut with the passage of Proposition 209." added Jackson, whose Rainbow Coalition has en- dorsed the Million Youth Movement rally. "While our hearts are heavy as we witness the resurgence of regressive politics and social policies we had hoped were a curse of the past, we are heartened by the response of resis- tance from our youth." In the Washington, D.C. area, the planned rally is garnering much support. At the University of Maryland's African American Leadership Program, Director Ron Walters noted the “importance of recognizing our nation's young people and the role that they must play in securing social justice. They will be required to continue the legacy of their predecessors and they must continue to challenge injustice nationally and around the world. Surely, this event will help them to explore and solidify their commitment to leading our com- munities into the next millen- nium." The planned rally has also received support from Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, NAACP President Kweisi Mfume, the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists, National Coalition of Afrikan Student Action, Constituency for Africa as well as the United Church of Christ."We're really hoping to spark a movement after this event," vowed Rogers, who also serves as a_ national coordinator for the National Coalition on Black Voter Participation," We are going into the inner cities, on basketball courts and into the malls of America to help dispel the many myths of the Black male . . During ‘the — standing-room- only reception with about 1,500 in attendance, he introduced his law partners and staff, his wife Gloria Royal who he began "chasing" in the “second ade, four sons, and -. three ichildren. He spoke about his success, hard work, faith. and the need to give back. Gary tare these topics in many of his es. Sounding like a southern Baptist minister, Gary usually in- forms crowds that he was one of |! children and that they were poor. "I was born in a little wooden shack in the middle of a cotton field. We slept in tents with no wooden floors. I could only go to school one-half day, I went to school many days without shoes on my feet and wore two pairs of pants to cover up the holes. The deck was stacked against me. But it didn't stop me because I wanted to be somebody. | There were times when | felt like giving up, but something deep | down inside said, 'run’ on... see what the end is going to be.’ After high school, Gary was denied a football scholarship at Bethune-Cookman College so he headed to Shaw University in - Raleigh, NC on a bus.” Determined to obtain a college education. he literally showed up unannounced on the doorstep of the university in the fall of 1967 with $13 in his pocket. Unfortunately the football team roster had already been filled and Gary was turned away. Undeterred. he stayed on campus and slept in dormitory — State Briefs compiled by Cash Micheals Willmington Journal Judge Earl Britt To Call It A Career ite ‘fog a defensivectineman per was injured duting dtill¢. Gary ‘miraculously made the team and \won a scholarship. ; \.. ' "Shaw-took me in when I was bil.a poor migraht farm boy an offertd.me opportunity and hope when oifier-ravénues to higher education and upward mobility seemed closed." Gary stated. He said when he got out of law school. he decided that he was going to become one of the best lawyers in this nation. “And through hard word--more hard work, dedication, determination and faith in God. I'm working on it!" "I say “working on it" because the road to success 1s always under construction and you have to work on it every day. You can never let WILL BUY!! “Good Looking” up; you have to go out and earn - wings every day because no uri going to get you anything," exclaimed Gary. A major asset of Gary's is his strong desire to win. He said when he walks into a court room, he feels he is supposed to win. "I can't stand to lose anything. You show me a good loser and I'll show you a ] oser." ° ' In 1975, at age 27, Gary opened the first Black law firm in Stuart. Fla. It has grown to 17 attorneys and a professional staff of 41, including investigators, parale- gals. secretaries and administrative personnel. His law firm brings in $40 million to $50 million in settlements every year. A malpractice and personal injury specialist who is revered nationally for his skill at winning multimillion dollar awards for his clients. Gary is well-known in the legal industry for winning a $500 million civil trial in Jackson, Miss. Success is reachable and goals are attainable. according to the 50-year-old multimillionaire, but STOVES WASHERS DRYERS REFRIGERATORS AIR CONDITIONERS Working or Not CALL 758-2175 OR 355-4628 ; = i RALEIGH After cightcen years of = presiding arolina’s most famous cases. U.S. District Judge W. Earl Britt will retire from the bench January 2nd. Well known as a no-nonsense jurist who wouldn't waste a moment putting even the most povéerful defense attorneys in their place. Judge Britt earned the reputation of | being one of the most feared. but - certainly one of the respected | in the country. | federal judges President Clinton has not vet announced who he will nominate to | replace Britt S.C. Blacks More Likely to get Pregnant, Report Says COLUMBIA In South Car Black teenage girls/are mor to become pregna health and have bi malnourished. according to South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental _ statistics. Those children are also more likely to be born smaller . and dic. officials say, as a result. New approaches are needed to impact these sobering facts, officials say, but so far. they — are having a hard time understand- | ing what is causing the spiralin rate of pregnancy among Blac teens. New ''No Public Potty Law" In Durham DURHAM ~ Have to .use the bathroom in the Bull City? As of now, it better not be on the street or a public park. The Durham City | Council, mimicking laws already in over some of North © na, | likely | . be in| poorer | ics who are | ATTENTION | PARENTS Do you have a child in sixth grade this year. If so, your child will have the opportunity to school: @Tetanus @Hepatitis B @MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) receive the following FREE vaccinations at The Pitt County Health Department will be offering these shots to all 6th grade students in the Pitt County Public Schools and participating private schools. You will receive a permission slip during the first week of school. It is important that you sign and return this form. Health Department nurse will begin providing these vaccinations on September 14th. REMEMBER... diseases. \ Z A t These vaccination help protect your child from very serious and sometimes deadly CP BEFOREITS 700 mp LATE, VACCINATE Continues on Page 3 f. BOE OUR STORES ARE EXTRAORDINARY. SO ARE OUR MANAGERS. 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All you have to do is be willing to work hard, trust in God'and believe that you can, Think you can,.. think ;you can't.!.. either way-vou are-right, it espouses Gary. LF ~ His i wer of positive thinking work. I know. about racism, oppression, and discrimination." he «said. “I know they exist. But you've got to , want to be somebody to make it in this world. You've got to be willing to pay a price. | feel I've paidaa . — price and beat the odds." 4 Gary, a philanthropist who knows better than many about financial need, encourages others-- particularly high profile African Americans--to follow his lead to Continues on Page 3 yw NS Put the MORRIS Team to work for YOU! Cameron Want a Home Loa Your Situation OF Then call Cameron Morris at 321-6812! EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY Morris Loan Originator Income Statys NEED TO SELL YOUR HOME FAST? Arielle can sell your current home in 90 days or less or you get $500! Call 321-6929 NOW to move up to a NEW orFirst Home! 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The long term goal of the coalition is to improve the quality — for all children in Pitt County through the efforts of parent in- volvement. In many cases parents are not involved because of lack of knowledge on how to help their child or the school. The coalition envisions a community in which the majority of parents are actively involved in their children's educa- tion. both on the home front and in the schools. The network of parents created by the coalition will be reflective of the entire community. Parents and students from different neighbor- Jacqueline Harper (left)and Donna Jacobs (right), Parent Involvement Cooridinators for Parents for Public Schools as pictured at their recent reception. A coalition of community groups Chamber of Commerce, which includes Parents for Public Communities in Schools, Schools. the Greenville/Pitt County Community Schools. Partnership Jackie Robinson Baseball League hoods. socioeconomic strata and ethnic backgrounds will learn from Fundraisers gather at Tom Forman Park each other. a a ae a The short term goals of the j Ces f 43 4 a ‘ce abel, f° ny AUBL | NSO, - Coalition are to create three assess- ta wy ae eth Ee ments. a Principal's assessment to _ e * en) gather input from principals fe = throughout Pitt County and Parent and Teacher assessments to assist with planning parent training ses- sions. With funding from the Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation. the Parents for Public Schools Coalition has emploved two parent involvement coordinators, Jacqueline Harper and Donna Jacobs. to coordinate and teach training sessions to parents. Parent training sessions sched- | uled in July will teach parents how athe aes ett Peague ere puemeen ua (back and | to serve effectively on School is with some of the league's s $. jinners | aly: of the Jackie Robinson League for this year's contest was *Phillipi | Involvement Teams. For further Church of Christ. (Phot: Jim Rouse) | information. contact Parents for Public Schools at 752-5504. - State Briefs Continues from Page 3 force in other Tar Heel cities like Raleigh. adopted the Public Urination and Defecation Law." Police there are now empowered to lock up anyone caught "relieving" themselves in public. Observers say the law specifically targets "home- less" people. who don't have imme- diate access to bathroom facilities. But city leaders say their citizens demanded something be done after drunken revelers would leave their streets and neighborhoods filthy and disheveled. You Are Invited to Join the ¢ 8th Annual & Crab Fest from 1PM to 5PM at the American Legion Building 403 St. Andrews Dr. Sponsored By The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Proceeds will go to community projects. Adults $12.50 Children under 12 years -$5.00 Charlotte Boy Savagely Beaten CHARLOTTE Laverne Hughes doesn't understand why ‘our chil- Continues on Page7 . pe ants , ae : LIVING ROOM SET Beautiful sola, love seat, coffee table, and # any decor! : 1417 CAROLINA AVENUE - WASHINGTON, NC 27889 (252) 974-1400 Authority have joined forces in oe a ee, tes in African Americans ‘Diabetes Information Clearinghous, NIH Publication No. 97-3266, March 1997 How Do Diabetes Complications ye African Americans? Compared to White Americans, African experience higher rates of three diabetes complications--blindness, kidney _ failure, and amputations. They also experience. greater disability from these complications. Some factors that influence the frequency of these complications such as delay in diagnosis and treatment of diabetes, denial of diabetes. abnor- mal blood lipids, high blood pres- sure, and cigarette smoking. can be influenced by proper diabetes man- agement. Kidney Failure African Americans experience kid- ney failure, also called end-stage renal disease (ESRD), from 2.5 to 5.5 times more often than white Americans. Interestingly though, hypertension, not diabetes. is the leading cause of kidney failure in black Americans. Hypertension ac- counts for almost 38 percent of ESRD cases in African Americans. whereas diabetes causes 32.5 per- cent. In spite of their high rates of the disease, African Americans have better survival rates from kidney failure than white Americans. Visual Impairment The frequency of severe visual impairment is 40 percent higher in African Americans with diabetes than in white Americans. Blindness caused by diabetic retinopathy is twice as common in blacks as in whites. Compared to white women. black women are three times more likely to become blind with diabe- tes. African American men have a 30% higher rate of blindness than white American men. Diahetic retinopathy may occur more fre- quently in black Americans than whites because of their higher rate of hypertension. Amputations African Americans undergo more diabetes-related = lower-cxtremity amputations than white or Hispanic Americans. One study of 1990 U.S hospital discharge figures showed amputation rates for African Americans with diabetes were 19 percent higher than for white Americans. In a 1991 California study. however. African Americans were 72 percent more likely to have diabetes-related amputations than white Americans. and 117 percent more likely than Hispanic The Minority W(o) (erm later 310 Evans St. Mail, P.O. 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Diabetes is more dangerous for African American women, for whom it was the third leading cause of death for all ages in 1990. Diabetes death rates may actually be higher than these studies show for two reasons. First, diabetes might not have been diagnosed. Second, many doctors do not list diabetes as a cause of death, even when the person was known to have diabetes. Prevention In 1996, NIDDK launched its Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP). The goal of this research effort is to learn how to prevent Type 2 diabetes in people with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) and in women with a history of gestational diabetes. As mentioned, both are strong risk factors for Type 2 diabetes. About 4.000 volunteers are par- ticipating in DPP. The study is being conducted at 25 centers throughout the United States and has enrolled volunteers from groups at high risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. Because of the propensity toward diabetes among some ethnic groups, about half of the DPP participants are African American. Hispanic American, and Native American. Other at-risk participants are the elderly, over- weight people and women with a previous history of gestational dia OPP will evaluate three interven- — tions to prevent Type 2: an inten- sive healthy eating and exercise program and the use of two diabetes medications, metformin and troglitazone. Researchers will tailor interventions to the cultural needs of individuals in the pro- gram. The DPP began in 1996 and will follow participants for about five years, with findings to be released before 2005. Points to Remember **#In_ 1993, 1.3 million African Americans were known to have diabetes. This is almost three times the number of African Americans who were diagnosed with diabetes in 1963. **For every white American who gets diabetes 1.6 African American gets diabetes. **The highest incidence of dia- betes in blacks occurs between 65 to 74 years of age. Twenty-five percent of these individuals have diabetes. **Obesity is a major medical risk factor for diabetes in African Americans, especially for women. Some diabetes mav be prevented with weight control through healthy eating and regular exercise. ** African Americans have higher incidence of and greater disability from diabetes complica- tions such as kidney failure, visual impairment, and amputa- tions. **1f African Americans can pre- vent, reverse. or control diabetes. their risk of complications will decrease. **Healthy lifestyles. such as cat- ing healthy foods and getting regular exercise. are particularly important for people who are at. increased risk of diabetes. 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Nothing works like work... when it comes to getting the Lord's work done. You cannot do as you please unless your purpose in living is to please God in everything that you do and say. To die without accepting Christ is to be a fool forever. Don't take the low road, but take the high (JOHN 14:6), and it will lead to a home on high. People who are oblivious to time. many times are in danger of falling into oblivion. All things come to them who wait. and then if we are not alert. they may just pass us by. He has gained much who does not want much. We can give without loving (/ CORINTHIANS 13:3). but we can- not love without giving (/] JOHN 3:16-18; JOHN 3:16). A man who is afraid of failure will do ANYTHING or NOTHING. RaARKEKEKEREH BIBLE QUESTIONS 1. What do the first verse in the Bible and the last verse in the bible say? 2. What all did God create on the _ = oN * NL EGN Be “Ga, t ie (Gb My \E THE YY ag first day of creation? We HAVE Recieved A Large Shipment of Large, Wide With Sizes Such As: 3. Although God made light on the - first day of creation, on which day do the sun and moon appear? 4. Which is the longest chapter in ~ the Bible? -§, Which disciples did Jesus call "sons of thunder"? 6. What are the names of four of the brothers (half brothers) of Jesus given in the Scriptures? 7. What is the shortest verse in the Bible? 8. What was the name of John Mark's mother? 9 As mentioned in ACTS 22. what were two ways people became Roman citizens? 10. What are the last words actually spoken by the apostle Peter in the New Testament? kRaRkRKkR KKK KK WORKING IN GOD'S GARDEN Kemmons Wilson. founder of an international motel chain. quoted some advice for planting a "garden" that would enhance our work skills: Five rows of "peas" - prayer. preparedness. promptness, perse- verance, politeness. Three rows of "squash" - squash gossip, criticism. and indifference. Five rows of "lettuce" - let us love one another. let us be faithful. Ict us be loyal, let us be unselfish. let us be truthful. Three rows of "turnips" - turn up for church, turn up with a new idea. turn up with the determination to do a better job today than you did yesterday. Today, let's evaluate our attitude toward our work. Do we scc it as a necessary evil that deserves the least possible effort? As an unfortu- nate prerequisite to retirement? Or do we see it aS an opportunity to serve God? "Whatever you do". wrote Paul. "do it heartily. as to the Lord and not to men. knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance: for vou serve the Lord Christ: (COL 3:23-24). With that attitude. we can work cnthusi- astically and wholeheartedly. not just for a paycheck. but for the glory of God. "Work becomes worship when done for the Lord". From: Our Daily Bread. July 1998. kRkKaeERKKRKKKE Easy Spirit, Hush Puppies, Soft Spot, Revelations & Many Others We Also HAVE A Great Selection of Popular Named Department Store HANDBAGS!!! _ NOW IS THE TIME TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EVEN GREATER SAVINGS ON MEN’S, WOMEN’S AND CHILDREN’S SHOES!!! THE SHOE OQUTLET THE LITTLE STORE WITH THE BiG SAVINGS Corner of 9th and Washington Streets Phone: 758-7609 in Greenville, NC (Back to the Bible-Woodrow Kroll) _ 1. Thou shalt not choose thy friends on superficial grounds (PROV 19:6) ee 2. Thou shalt recognize the incredi- ble influence friends have on you. (PROV. 13:20) ‘ 3. Thou shalt not pick fights with = thy friends (PROV.3:30) 4. Thou shalt be understanding to thy friends at all times.(PROV. 19:11) 5. Thou shalt be available to thy friends when they need you. (PROV. 18:24) 6. Thou shalt encourage thy friends. for some day thou shalt need encouragement _ thyself. (PROV. 12:25) 7. Thou shalt not withhold good from thy friend. (PROV. 3:27) 8. Thou shalt not demand thine own way with thy friends. (PROV. 18:1) , 9. Thou shalt be open and honest with thy friends so they will be open and honest with thee. (PROV. 27:5-6) 10. Thou shalt not wear out thy welcome with thy friends. (PROV. 25:17) kRARRKKRRKRKRKAKH Top 10 Characteristics Employers Seek in Job Candidate (By Fredrick Fluker -The News & Observer) Honesty/integrity— ~ Motivation/initiative-- Communication— Self-confidence-- Flexibility Interpersonal skills-- Strong work ethics-- Leadership skill-- Enthusiasm-- SPARKS FROM THE ANVIL ** When liquor comes in-- judgment goes out. ** Be ready to go with God... anywhere... anytime. ** Unless they have been condi- tioned by Jesus. | don't care what seminary they have graduated from, these preachers don't know God. ** When you are not talking ABOUT God. talk TO him. ** Every test is a blessing in disguise. ** You had better stay off the territory of the Devil. ** If God can keep ME. he can keep you. ** Righteousness is the thing that counts. not the name you worship in. ** I'm going to step hard on sin. ** Unless vou are willing to die to follow the Lord. He can't save your life. ** You are going to hell because you sin, not because you don't go'to church. ** You carry the cross with you until they nail you to it. Then the cross will carry you to the crown. ** God will not pay you for the service if He did not hire you for the job. ** There is unlimited power in oneness. School's in Session. PHEPATIATERGPRGIADEROFS PLEASE DRIVE CAREFU LLY. REPRO ROOKROPADPKD the bus stops here Boos | % 5 5 ; $ % 3 and so should vou resTIVALO SE FRANKLIN GRAHAM sponsors Fun activities for all ages American Red Cross blood drive Sign language interpretors Spanish translators Handicap/wheelchair accessible Free health screening for: CM Eppes Middle School Elm Street, Greenville August 29, 1998 10am 3pm skin cancer choleste rd ¢> | diabetes i Se “Love in Action” Health Fair Introducing and expanding healthcare awareness in the Pitt community. Festival 98 office 252.413 .0925 Some of the partic ipant nonprofit _ for nonprofit By, — helping people in . Based on the 1997 United Way of Pitt County Needs Assessment, priorities for the funding were developed: transportation, crime prevention. Services for the ispanic population, elder care. rural fire departments/rescue squads, literacy programs and youth-services. Because of a 10% increase in the 1997. fundraising campaign, The Venture. Grant Evaluation Panel awarded a total of $22,000 to the following organizations. BETHEL RESCUE SQUAD RECEIVES $1,500 for the training of Emergency Medical Services Explorers scouts through Scouting. The FALKLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT received $1,500 towards. the installation of an emergency power conversion switch to enable a gasoline powered generator to supply power to the facility in the event of a power outage. The GRIFTON RESCUE VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HELPS ECB WITH FUNDRAISER tL Dorson White, ECB Executive Vice President. accepting a donation from students at Victory Christian Assembly for the Children's iracle Network. Students at Victory Christian Academy in Greenville recently aes a $50 donation to Dorson Vhite, Executive Vice President of The East Carolina Bank, for the Children's Miracle = Network Telethon. The donation was made in conjunction with The East Carolina Bank's cookout and fund- rdiser held recently. The fundraiser and cookout. held at The East Carolina Bank Branch on —_ Stantonsbur. Road __in Greenville. raised over $3.000 which was, in turn, contributed to the Children's Miracle Network Telethon, benefiting the Children's Hospital of Eastern North Carolina in Greenville. Students at Victory Christian Academy heard of the fundraiser and decided to get involved by making contributions of their own. Headquartered in See North Carolina, The East Carolina Bank is a 78-year old state-chartered. independent, community bank in- sured by the FDIC. ECB provides a full range of financial services through 15 branches in Eastern North Carolina: nine mainland offices in Currituck. Hyde. Pitt. Tyrrell, and Washington’ counties; six offices in North Carolina's famed Outer Banks from Ocracoke Island in Hyde County to Southern Shores in Dare County. and a Loan Production office in Washington. The East Carolina Bank is listed on NASDAQ's Over-the-Counter ea Board under the symbol 6 Floral | 7 Accents H ge Vs } N/ ~4 *OHreat Selection of Cenreterylouer Arranauents NS gFlowers & Plants For all Occassions | «Fruit Baskets Antiques * Gifts Peltueries Co All Funeral Gomes 1310 Dickinson Aue. Greenville, NC Hor Orders Call (252) 757-1097 Edgar Midgett, Manager Get Your M-Voice J » by Mail"! ——= ———— To get your M-Voice by Mail write: The M-Voice Newspaper 310 Evans Street Mall Greenville, NC 27834 SUBSCRIPTION PAYMENT MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR ORDER; C] Yes, | would like a 6 month subscription by mail for $20.00 C) YES, | would like a 12 month subscription by mail for $35.00 Address: City: ~-—-— Ed State: oa Zip: SQUAD was awarded $3,225 to purchase of enhanced: patient moni- toring equipme The SCUE AND EMS received an award of $1,500 towards the pur- chase of miscellaneous equipment purchase. $2,075 was awarded to the ADVENTURES IN. HEALTH CHILDREN'S MUSEUM for edu- cational traveling trunks for use in school to teach children in a variety of health topics. The FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK received $1,000 award to acquire the services of a Spanish speaking interpreter for Spanish speaking clients and trans- , lation of materials. PAMLICO SOUND LEGAL SERVICES received a $350 award to aid its efforts in printing of outreach literature in Spanish. ~ LITERACY VOLUN-TEERS OF AMERICA OF PITT COUNTY was granted $2.100 to its "Parents and Children Reading Together" project. which focuses on recruiting and teaching nonreading parents of preschool age children. The LITTLE WILLIE CENTER received a grant of $300 for its Summer program for latch- key children. MEDIATION CENTER OF EAST CAROLINA received a grant of $X.XXX for their RESOLVE. a conflict resolution program for at-risk youth and their families. The PIACO (Pitt County AIDS Service Organization) — received $4.000 award for their "Be Proud! Be Responsible!." a HIV prevention program targeted towards youths ranging from 13 to 18 years of age. 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Special 15 and 20 year terms now available on business loans for the construction or refinancing of commercial real estate. Talk to us before you talk to anyone else. > e 7 ? 7) FIRST CITIZENS BANK Established 1898 For information call 1-888-FC DIRECT (1-888-323-4732), or any local First Citizens office. ELEB © Ry Credit ts subject to approval Member FDIC an = / . | ree ee YPixed Rates, / tal fistate; Ties a. : fs $6 ie , 4 fs,) of . thay, Ty mv mecreid. ad a ae j ati aT i.! " deates, bis h Cos tigitf Leyva | ae | DR. JOE NATHAN DIXON, III Joe Nathan Dixon, III, is the son of the late Mr. Herbert Dixon, Sr., and the Eldress Reatha G. Dixon, of Greenville, N.C. He was born and raised in Pitt County, in the town of Winterville, N.C. He is a 1973 graduate of the D. H. Conley High School in Greenville, N.C. He attended Pitt Community College. received an Associate Degree in Business Administration, has an Associate Degree from Bethany Theological Seminary in Theology. has a Minister's Certificate from Washington Bible College. has attended. Shaw Divinity School. Raleigh, N.C., received a Bachelor's Degree of Theology. and received his Doctorate of Divinity and President's Meritorious Service Award from United Christian College in Goldsboro, N. C. He is married to the former Linda Ann Lewis of Greenville. They are the parents of Kimberly (20), Kristie (18). and Joseph (14). He has been employed with the American Red Cross for the past 19.5 years. He is the pastor and founder of the Greater Mount Zion Christian Church and the Greater Mount Zion Bible Institute. He is also an HIV/AIDS Instructor for the American Red Cross. He has been an associate chaplain at the Eastern Correctional Center for the past twelve years. Most importantly. Dr. Joe N. Dixon, III, is a man of God. He touches the lives of the people he meets... wherever he goes. Being able to say these words is the only tadraiaction needed. ‘i tyson passage of scripture: “I a ashamed - th pel."(ROMANS 1:16). e Gos- give a hand to ailing Black colleges and universities. Gary who is the senior partner - of his law firm. donated Shaw - University an unrestricted gift of $10-million, It's the largest gift ever bestowed upon Shaw. and _ the largest donation made by an alum- nus to any historically Black college or university. "We go to Black colleges, but when we have children we don't think Black colleges are good enough for our children." said Gary." Black colleges continue to provide good education and pro- “and Yale. But, L, a Zz h North Corsten Central Uni _ Signs r paycheck every Gary urged the audience not to forget young people. 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As police continue to investigate, Antonio is recuperating at home. N.C Auditor Prepare State for the Millennium Bug. dren would beat her son, Antonio Anthony, 11, with bricks, stones and anything else they could find to hit him with over a week ago. His - nose was broken, jaw fractured, and Antonio didn't regain conscious- RALEIGH When the clock Dr. Joe N. Dixon ness until he was. brought to the strikes "twelve" January First, Year 2000, a technological Armageddon worldwide will occur when :com- ENTIRE BUILDING FOR RENT puters programmed to iro gliey the year instead 0} , ENTIRE BUILDING FOR RENT | 073,095 32000 wit ENTIRE BUILDING FOR RENT | vat industry are scurrying 10 upfit their computers to prevent the disaster, and some experts say Bey may not e it in time. State 1600 SQ FEET oor Ralph a ig obvi- | ously has heard enough. week, (2) ONE BEDROOM his office hired pager me arsen APARTMEN T § contractor to keep all sate govern- ment computers on track going into REMOLDED $132 million, but that's a drop in the bucket compared to what the total system wide computer col- lapse would cost the state. Durham "Cut Council" Petitions Move Forward DURHAM They will have only until September Ist to collect 5,000 valid signatures, but proponents of a move to cut back the mi- nately Black City Council from 13 members down to seven say they are determined to see it happen. Led by the conservative Friends of Durham, several mostly white po- litical action groups joined forces to slash the counci! last month after it's members voted themselves a 37 percent pay increase. That vote was soon rescinded, but not in time to placate angry citizens. If the peti- tion drive is successful, a referen- dum could possibly be on the November ballot. The Durham Committee on the affairs of Black People, so far have not joined the effort. Eagle Are Phoning Home DURHAM When NCCU Chancellor Julius Chambers raised academic standards for admissions over a year ago, enrollment went down. Taking no chances this year, NCCU is taking on the phones, calling perspective students around the country, selling them on why the historically Black university is the place they want to start their college careers. According to uni- versity Officials, the drive seems to be working. A steady stream of prospective freshmen are making application, and interviewers are reported talking to at least 8 to 9 interested students a day. Eva Clayton For Congress Get - Out - the - VOTE! ! Mobilization Weekend Event CALL §61-6763 OR 752-7841 ENTIRE BUILDING FOR RENT RENT TODAY!!! “i vomrrinstheomearked for, ating Preyinrsly QuinedAutemobile,-. | PR oy ted. P Dy , Seay Hee iGnhs Hasting’s Ford 3013 E. 10th Street Greenville, NC 27834 Bus. (252) 758-0114 August 28-29, 1998 _ Friday 4-8 p.m. | Member of the NC Assembly will conduct a tour through the 1st Congressional District. The Tour begins in Raleigh. National leaders, US Representatives will travel with State Representatives to Wayne, Greene, Wilson Counties for dinner | with local leaders. Saturday 8:30 -11:30 . The March For Freedom begans with grassroots canvassing in targeted precincts 2 and 4 in all 20 Counties of the 1st Congressional District encouraging people to vote in the upcoming Congressional Elections. This primary will determine whether Eva Clayton will continue to represent the First Congressional District. EVA CLAYTON HEADQUARTERS - 400 W. 5TH St. GREENVILLE | 1:00 -3:00 p.m. | THE RALLY IN THOMAS FOREMAN PARK FOR CLAYTON Three park locations - Henderson, Rocky Mount, Greenville (Thomas Foreman | Park, W5th St.) -THE RALLY IN THE PARK FOR EVA CLA YTON will be a spirit- | ed, high energy, motivational and enjoyable event -- where outstanding nationally known leaders including Rep Cynthia McKenny, Rep. Elijah Cummings, Rep. Bob- by Scott, Rep. Patrick Kennedy, Rep Mel Watt, and possibly others will speak. Gospel music groups will provide the music. PLENTY OF GOOD FOOD will be provided. Each rally will attract 150-200 persons from surrounding counties. All persons canvassing earlier will be invited and recognized. In addition, various con- stituent groups, i.e., seniors, farmers, youth, teachers, nurses, environmentalists, and other special organization and Sororities will be encouraged to have’ representatives . 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. JAMMING THE VOTE -YOUTH DISCO&JAM SESSION This session will be added to the RALLY IN THE PARK to attract youth and young adults. A popular Disc Jockey will spin favorite record and CD's. Youth Leaders will be encouraged to write and speak on the importance of voting and why the September 15th Primary is. critical to our communities and to young people. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT Dollie Burwell - (919)257-4111 Paid for by the Committee to Elect Eva Clayton pce Tcl! sinisind Maria | Mentor and a Friend... Fellow Police Officers County schools and avays sresed |Im Loving Memory of Rev. J.-H. | Remember Officer Greg Lewis... i education. He know tod understood it's impor- Shorty Ikes tance; therefore, in his adult life, he instilied that in his children, many a as well as in others need to prepare themselves academically and spiritually. Deacon Council igined church at an early age in [947. He was a faithful and supportive member of Seven Holly mitive Baptist Church for 51 years. He was the Head Deacon and_ Building Treasurer_at his church for fifty years. On the Union Line 4 Association, he was State Deacon /| Finance Committee | Member, 1 Building Committee Member, * Assistant. Clerk, and Recording Union Minutes Secretary. He was united in in Holy Matrimony on December 18, 1935 to Rosa Dioxin. To this union five sons and three daughters were born. One son, Robert preceded him in death on February 16, 1997. He leaves to cherish many fond 4, memories: a devoted and_ lovely wife, Rosa: five sons, Authur Council, Jr. of Greenville, NC, Jesse Council of Rochester, PA, William Council of Alexandria, Rosen Police officers Greg Lewis, who was killed a few weeks ago at his former estranged wife's home last week by one of her friends. 1s remembered by his co - workers as a very likeable and caring person Officers Dominick Daniels who had worked with Lewis for five a VA, Walter Council and Thomas years. Officer Daniels states that he remembers how Lewis always ees Lee! of ens NG Rev. J.H. Wilkes expressed his Christian beliefs even in public. Arthur Council, Sr., Mitchell ters, Marion Council — "Don't you dare touch that dial..." -- the by-line of former WOOW Radio — "He was_ very spiritual person who was always willing to extend a tella Council Moorin at; - " WoW? : ait } a) aay ee) veh enda Deacon Arthur Council, Sr., son and Deloise Council Johnson all Gf Station ee &&. Ht Rony nae a. retired educator helping hand not just in police work, but with life situations in general. of the late Octavia and Baker Philadelphia, PA. Deacon Council Pao eches ¢ alotiet , alc" He had a wav of makine fell cood in his Xora _ 4 1 ; ches. gistic services were held recently for Rev. Wilkes. said Daniels." He had a way of making a person fell good in his Council was born in Martin County is _also Ue twenty-eight Certainly, his contagious smile will be missed by all who knew him. Our presence. He was not only a good police officer but also a very good on August 1, 1909. 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