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. M.I, I.MMH I ,.,,l..t.l v V J vi : - I r - - " n Eeatubes ... mmmmmm lJ 7- - v 7 J v" V v p: t " - $ i' --i ? t f I - ' 4 -9 I i '. .V.' .1'.' v,itjf v Ar.j.:, - J "J- V - A; Delbert Yates demonstrates his winning technique he won first place in the Tobacco-spitting contest with a spit of 19 '11". Tar HeelJeff Neuvilie By LIS BETH LEVIN E Tar Heel Arts and Features Editor Hillsborough Hog Day Saturday brought back memories of days gone by for some and a slew of first-time experiences for others. The headliners of the day hogs were over shadowed by events such as a tobacco-spitting contest, a hose-off among local fire companies and a hog-calling contest. The major culinary attraction, barbeque, found itself competing against a Chinese fast food concession, cotton candy, sno cones and watermelon. The Hillsborough festival grounds were lit tered with craft booths featuring hand-painted, hand-carved wood sculptures and hand-made ceramics, as well as giant furry monster pup pets constructed from all man-made materials and E.T. balloons. One booth that got particular attention was the Liggett & Meyers tobacco stand offering free sample packets of Red Man chewing to bacco, just in case some of the contestants in the tobacco-spitting competition wanted to warm up early. A long paper with marked measurements was rolled out for the contest. Each of the contestants donned a paper bib. The sight of tobacco being spewed into the air and splattering on the paper was enough to turn some first-time spectators stomachs, es pecially since two of the contestants were of a more appropriate age for bubble-gum blow ing. But Delbert Yates showed himself to be a master of technique, and her performed ad mirably under pressure in the finals with a 19 foot 11 inch spit. For his prize-winning effort he received a spittoon and trophy. Meanwhile, across the creek and up the hill from the tobacco spitting, local fire companies were pitted against each other in a hose-off. The heat of battle was somewhat tempered by the spray from the fire hoses. The firefighters also cooled down bystanders when their aim was off, which was often. Each team had one. member stand in a plastic kiddie pool while the teams raced to see which could fill the pool ; faster with water sprayed from a distance of. about 50 feet. There was only one slight com-, plication the sprayers were blindfolded and had to rely on the directions of their sopping pal in the pool. After several rematches, Cald well Fire Department came from behind to defeat New Hope in the finals.. Afterwards, they turned the water on the crowd of young onlookers, who were delighted for a reprieve from the heat. The hog-calling contest was won by a prac ticed caller who used a tried-and-true formula to beat some strong competition. Fred Mc Pherson of Hillsborough said he was raised on a hog farm, and added that his call had gotten live results in the past. Over at the dunking booth, crowds lined up to have at Orange County Tax Collector John T. Horner. At three tries for a quarter, revenge was never so sweet. it- vy 4 .... -- H?' V,. ; Tar HeelJeff Neuvilie Local firefighters compete in a hose-off. The blindfolded water sprayers (left) race the other team to fill up the plastic pool first while their teammate (above) shouts instructions. - WOMEN'S HEALTH CARE YOU CAN ABORTION: a difficult decision that's DEPEND ON. made easier by the women of the Fleming Center. Counselors are available day and night to support and understand you. Your safety, comfort and privacy are assured by the caring staff of the Fleming Center. SERVICES: Tuesday Saturday Abortion Appointments 1st & 2nd Trimester Abortions up to 1 8 Weeks Free Pregnancy Tests Very Early Pregnancy Tests O All Inclusive Fees Insurance Accepted CALL 781-5550 DAY OU NIGHT O Health care; counseling and education : -..- for women of all ages. THE FLEMING CENTER THE 10 The Tar Heel Thursday, June 23, 1983
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