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S?t?b? 27, 1975 ______ 1 ^flK^. JpSIM B ^ m^HMHH i 1 m BaB ? . ? ' : __ WkmM W M - - ? ?? ?- ~ -?? ? ~^k B^??Beufort O. Tkatlv ? , An Interview With Beaufort O. BaOy Editor's note: Beaufort 0. Baily is the first black ever elected to sit on the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School Board. Following is a brief interview on a few of the many issues facing his group. Readers are encouraged to write to this newspaper concerning issues faced by the board.) Quest: You have completed almost one year on the Forsyth County School Board, how do you see your role at this time? Ans: Having been welcomed by other Board members initially, I have been able to express my views as received from my constituents. Other Board members do want to know the needs and concerns of the Black Community. It is my continued interest to represent to the best of my ability. Quest: What do you see as the most pressing issues facing the school board at this *ime? Ans: Our most pressing issue is to find a qualified Superintendent as the present Superintendent Mr. Marvin Ward is retiring at the end of this academic school year. I am on the Personnel Committee and I shall be looking for some minority applications. I am also asking the community for recommendations of persons who they feel highly qualified. Quest: Do you feel that you are getting good support from the black community? Ans: I am happy to say that I have received total support from the community. People do seem to feel free to call or stop by ?0 see me. Quest: Do you as a school Board Member face being sued because of how you vote? IAns: There is always the possibility of suits but I will not feel threatened to resign because of suits as some Board Members have stated. \v Quest: How can more blacks get involved in the political process? Ans: By attending School Board meetings and speaking up. If readers have questions they should also feel free to call or stop by to see me. Quest: The percentage of black enrollment is increasing in some schools. Can you say how the School Board will deal with this situation? Ans: Yes. The School Board will receive a staff report at the October 6 meeting at which time we will study the situation as it iis developing. At a later date we will possibly consider if any farther action is necessary. Quest: Achievement scores of our students were reported below the national norm in 1972. Has there been anyimprovement? Ans: I am pleased that the Forsyth County School staffs report of August 1975 indicate substantial improvement in reading and math. The Winston-Salem Chronicle <?<4' ?Boyfriei 1 have a .friend (my best _ -friend) and her boyfriend is forever buying her something. My boyfriend and her boyfriend are buddies. My boyfriend never buys me anything and it is not that he doesn't have the money. He doesn't even carry me anywhere. Yet, he says he is crazy_,about me. To tell the truth, 1 am ready to quit him. What do you think? Very Confused Dear Confused, Don't become confused over such minut issue. A difference in personality is what you are confronted with. You also have a tight boyfriend, and the saying is "a tight fist lets nothing out or nothing in.' V A ? k Area men % Enlist In Military David Raymond Hairston, J. Hairston of 2832 Glenn Avenue, Winston-Salem, enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve. David last attended North Foryth High School. Timothy Wayne Parrott, son of Mrs. Eloise E. Parrott of 1150 E. 12th Street Apt. G., Winston-Salem, enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve. Tim is a 1975 graduate of North Fors\fth Hiph School. . O" Daniel J&mes Jenkins, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Jenkins, Sr., of 1438 Cleveland Avenue, Winston-Salem enlisted for a four year general enlistment. Daniel is a 1975 graduate of West Forsyth High School. Terry Anthony Little, son of Mrs. William Little of 1335 Locust Avenue, WinstonSalem enlisted for four years for Aviation Maintenance and Ordance guaranteed. Terry is a 1975 graduate of West Forsvth Hich School;. Roosevelt Columbus Givens,* son of Mrs. Lucille E.' Givens of 1701 N. Trade -Street, Winston-Salem, reenlisted for 2 years and chose Camp LeJeune, North Carolina as his duty station. William Rprnard Si mmrmc son of Mrs. Lucille E. Simmons of 2307 Lime Avenue, Winston-Salem reenlisted for 2 years and chose Camp LeJeune, North Carolina as his duty station. Page 7 ! i id is Cheapskate % / Yi?v ( * * hI thru NwiimAjv, +Opon Nights 111 9*Um Your MASTER CHARGE Card 1. E Uk^ $fc el ?* l?Li-tefi*h *wi 2. iSWM^towaStrMl s, 411E UMrty SI. WMMMwb) ^ Get to know us; you'll like us.: i < >ea?< >? ?< >ea?< >< < i /-tv. r I / J Hi J ^^fjiipancl fun. .Tjj j j the red wedge I( j j Personality. f | SHOES FOR WOMEN |' ? 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