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tuhat'S' niODtmnfli By Bob Johnson FASHION FANTASY...For all of you fashion conscious people, the dream world of clothing will be shown in Oven’s Auditorium, Sunday Oct. 30. at 6 D.m. This world of creative dress is sponsored by the ladies of the Delta Zeta Chapter - Zeta Phi Beta Sororitv. THE EBONY FASH ION FAIR leaders have chosen “THE BODY ATTITUDE” *s the the me for this year’s extra vaganza, and they are equipped with an array of garments that are guaranteed to be eye popping. Fashion is rea lizing art in living form, and just as original paintings by great art _i_i_x_ toio aic iwacu upuu - _ with awe by the Tcnow- Bob Johnson ledgeables, so will the imaginative designs paraded by beautiful women and handsome men be._ _ _ Madie Simpson, Philistine Dunlap, Eloise Morton, Elizabeth Hutchison, Ella Asbury, Jane Reid, Joyce Ballard, Eddieola Williams, darrie Evans, Sarah Schofield, and Mary Streater are the ladies responsible for this flowering. RECEPTION FUN...It is said that union does everything when it is perfect. It satisfies desires, simplifies needs, forsees the wishes and becomes a constant fortune. Somewhere in the minds of WILMA FIRMS AND TIMOTHY KINARD this thought had to lurk as they became united last Saturday in holy matrimony. To add a little spice to the wedding, a reception was held for the couple at the home of Carolyn Mayes 1701 West Boulevard. Many friends and relatives gathered to share in this time of happiness, which was filled with food, drink and laughter. Among them were Eleanor Firms, Marie Mayes, Vikki Stafford, Carolyn Stafford, Joe Kinard, Christine Osborne, Nat Sowell, Kenneth Wentz, Rochelle Wallace, Vickie Woods. Jeannette SimDSon, Rose Simp son, Shirley Wentz, Margie Williams, Sheila Wallace, Lawrence Mayes, Pam Favors, Caro lyn Guy, William Johnson, Sandra Sherrill, Earlene Mayes, Vernal Osborne, Eilene Mayes and Geraldine Wallace. GREEK LETTER .JAM Hanninpss is prrtcc. ing the burning sands into Greek lands, and the new brothers of the ZETA DELTA Chapter of the KAPPA ALPHA PSI, FRATERNITY on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, celebrated their happiness in grand style. The celebrating was done with the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and the rest of the campus last weekend. Some of the guest participating in this fun-filled affair were Ronald Swann, Don Pearce, Mamie Webb, Shire Goddett, Ron Roseboro, Mike Connors, Chad Kinch, Kevin King, Michael Farrar, Devera Pearson, Regina Irby, Catherine Wingate, Kenny Simmons, Deb bie Jisher, Lew Massey, Kathy Crosby, Juarey Moten, A1 Pearce, Cynthia Bell, Thurgood Flowers, Rodney Page, Bill Hart, David Craw ford, Robert Amos, Jerry Hudson, Dennis Tate, Wyatt Grove, Clint Horten, Harold Seegars, Vanessa Copeland, Dorothy Burgess and Les Brown. CLASS FUNCTION...Never one thing and seldom one person can make for a success. It takes a number of them merging into one perfect whole, and that is exactly how WEST CHAR LOTTE CLASS OF 1962 made their venture last Sunday successful. Led by HARRIET LOVE this enterprising class sponsored a Tea at the Midway Lounge on Statesville Avenue, which lasted from 2 til 10 with a steady flow of guests. Even though the small cozy establishment was very crowded people still remained because of the congeniality produced by the members of the class. me ciass members responsible for such a large turn out were Earl Adams, Margie Boyton, James Butler, Eutrilla Byers Ratchford, Bar bara Floyd, Idella Freeman Swift, Patricia Foster, Harriett Love, John Granger, Betty Graham, Bill Haygood, Ralph Johnson, John Love, T.C. Feaster, William Manning, Robert Moore, Dianne Simmons Phifer, Claude Stephen son, Pete Williams and Evelyn Cureton Reid the young lady that sold the most tickets. NIGHT SPOTS...Ambiance and impeccability enshrouds you upon entering Charlotte’s newest night spot, THE GALLERY, on East Morehead Street. If that’s not enough, the musical sounds of Grady Siegle and Friends will caress and titillate your entertainment needs. Last weekend the talents of singer Donald Daviss were displayed to the delights of Brenda Lee, Bonnie Phillips and many other .... GALLERY g5»tT ‘ - Mt“,,ed Speaking of new, the building on Beatties Ford Road that houses the VIP CLUB is not, but the proprietor - long time friend Darrell Taylor is and he’s slowly bringing the place around to be a' favorite night spot. t Eco Volunteer Busy Ruth Smith Finds Time To Invest In Helping Others ay jeri narvey Post Staff Writer Eighteen year old Ruth Smith, a freshman at the University of North Carolina - Charlotte (UNC-C) is a busy young woman involved in school work, activities at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, is a member of the popular Steel Drum Band, has a part-time job with a local fast food restaurant, a busy social life, and still finds time to invest in helping others. As ^ volunteer with ECO (Ex-Convicts Organization), Ruth helps the small three person staff on a regular basis, doing whatever she is needed for. The organization works to assist the offender who has served his prison sentence and is attempting to re-enter society as a produc tive, self-sufficient citizen. They assist in many ways, i.e.: job finding, housing, counseling on personal, finan cial or other matters, and in general, they help to ease the « wibiuw oni cAmucuucr musi make op-re-entry to the “free world.” Ms. Smith, the daughter of -Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel B. Smith, said she became in volved with ECO as a result of a speech made at UNC-C by Beth Chipley, director of the Voluntary Action Center (VAC). “Beth spoke before one of my classes,” Ruth said, “and I became interested. I chose ECO because I am a Criminal Justice Major and the experiences I gain here will be helpful in my career.” She went on to add, “I intend to work with juveniles when I finish school and many of the insights I’m gaining here will be helpful in that area." She described ECO as a well organized operation that she feels is doing "a tremendous job” for ex-offenders and the community. Her high opinion of ECO is matched by the praise she and other volunteers receive from the ECO staff. Ms. Louvenia Anderson, office manager and imnr\ j_ on volunteers. Without them we could never hope to reach the number of people we do. They render an invaluable service and we couldn’t do without them.” Ms. Anderson continued, "It is interesting to note we are getting more and more young volunteers. Currently we have four young people from utxc-c, two from Central Piedmont Community College and one from South Mecklen burg High. Some are receiving academic credit for their work but some, like Ruth, are doing it simply out of concern for others.” Mrs. Anderson feels the young volunteer can often re late to clients better than older ones. Volunteering is no new thing. Down through the ages man has helped his fellow without pay when the need arose. Old fashioned barn raisings, tending sick neigh bors, helping out at harvest time - these are all forms of volunteering - and hardly a church, school-or club could survive without volunteer la bor and brainpower. If you’re interested in giving an hour, or many hours, call ^ui ^mpiey ai srz-7170 and she’ll give you an appointment to come in and talk a while about yourself and what you think you might want to try. Then she’ll put you in touch with the Volunteer Supervisor at the agency you choose. Or you may go directly to the agency yourself and offer your services if you’re already sure ' of what you wish to do. Bern, a petite, articulate young woman, talked enthusi astically about the "exciting things” volunteers are doing. “Teaching blind adults new skills, teaching photography, knitting, macrame; helping retarded children reach their full capacities; teaching illite rate adults to read; teaching English to those who speak other languages; finding jobs and housing for ex-offenders - the list goes on and on,” she said. "There are so many areas where help is welcomed and a person may give as little or as much time as he wish es.” Almost anyone can become a volunteer. Most agencies require that volunteers be over 14 years of age but even that is flexible. All it takes to “qualify” is wanting to get involved, wanting to make things better. EIGHTEEN YEAR OLD RUTH SMITH ...Works to assist offenders Local dewing Enthusiasts Compete In Marathon Sew-Off Area residents are among the 400 chosen to compete in a marathon eight-hour sew-off, a highlight of THE GREAT EST SEW ON EARTH, Fri day, Saturday and Sunday, October 28 - 30 at the Geogia World Congress Center. The ' local talented contes tants - some are standbys - are: Gloria DeVonne Hoover, 3321 Dawnshire Ave.; Earleen Kiker, 1252 Starwood Ave.; and Carletta Moore, Rt. 7 Box 842-F. They’ll compete for more than $20,000 in prizes, includ ing a nine-day, expense-paid tour for two to Las Vegas, Hollywood and San Francisco via Delta Airlines, and Singer Athena 2000 Electronic Sewing Machines, at the Southern Premiere of the nation’s larg est home sewing show and fabric fair. The awards will be made at a Gala Presentation ceremony, Sunday, October 30. THE GREATEST SEW fea tures fashion shows that pre veiw the latest in fabrics and •] patterns, sewing tips for ex perts in the fashion world, continuous stage shows, hour ly door prizes and samples, and four round-the-clock semi nars, providing more than two dozen demonstrations on the latest sewing subjects Two special categories have been designated for additional prizes. The Embroidery Coun cil of America will present a $250 check for the best use of Schiffli embroidered fabrics, _Jacesj>^e£eJste^^^^^^_ Looking Super Plus If you aim to look super but you don't have a big budget cast an eye oh this sportive gaucho pant with a belted tunic top paired with a print blouse. Made of a durable fabric called SuperSuede Plus, it will be a stylish hit or any occasion. Or choose this same Fortrel/Arnel blend fabfic with the suede-like touch in a belted shirt-jackel ahd an easy skirt. In camel or ginger. Both outfits are by Donnkenny and are machine washable. A real plus. I , Durham College Offers Unique Service Durham—Durham college in Durham, North Carolina offers a unique service to its students to help them find employment in their fields of study. The college helps place students in job training during the school year and upon graduation. James L. Self, director of the Office of Career Planning. Cooperative Educa tion and Placement, aids stu dents of the junior college in all aspects of their search for educational and career deve lopment. Job placement is a function of the Placement and Coope rative Education programs. Self, director of these pro grams for the past seven months, is presently involved in developing new projects within each of the areas. Cooperative Education re ing the early part of the fall term. This service finds jobs for students in area businesses and government offices. “A Week doesn’t go by,” said Self, "that I don't get a call from one or two companies asking for part time help.” The jobs help the students with expenses and also gives them some experience in the work force. Aside from his efforts to obtain part time work for Durham College students while in school, the Placement Service assists students with finding permanent employ ment upon graduation. Sopho mores begin registering with the placement office in the early fall and Self matches these students with the pro spective employers who con tact him each year. Arrange ment^ar^als^nad^orstu dent interviews with person nel officers of area businesses One problem bell encoun ters in placement service is the failure of the students to register with him early in their sophomore year. “I can’t give an interviewer informa tion on a student if I don’t have that student in my files,” he said. Self sees certain trends oc curing in the employment fie ld for business college gradu ates. At the present time, jobs are tight in mo6t of the busi ness fields with the exception of Secretarial Science. How ever, Self predicts better op portunities for other major fields such as Accounting, Business Administration, Computer programming, and Court Reporting in the near fyfartii _1 I 6i ! i I
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