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Devoted To The Upbuilding si s Our Community VoL 2 No. ■» Dollar Is A Dollar Says Norris President Os Southern Railway T) r ,o?ident Ernest E. Norris . ' p.mthern Railway System 01 dol i ;11 . is a dollar, and what with * ..‘'"'.vratinfr costs a PP arent U "I'.J magged onto an upbound rocket, the Southern ,!ad indeed that some folks 'till have a conscience. Uperv little hit helps,” the rail "lresid*'» observed' today as he ‘ aiv f u ;h earmarked for the rail i'oii .cience Fund” a tatter ed ’ dollar bill that came in his ".rriPt/s mail with a letter set- U r f nh that the writer wanted ;; 3 v for a water barrel he’d ap propriated many years ago. T' - \ cry human trait of hav wing conscience has paid .. .. the Southern in the sum of in the last five years, with Vmributions" ranging from $250 stl;t by an anonymous writer who (ocltised a cryptic note—‘‘For cot ts,, i os t in transit at Flowery Branch, Georgia in 1903,” to $1 f „ r sun e candy taken to appease 5 sweet tooth 37 years ago. (lotting an unpaid, debt (which might involve anything from M a couple of lumps of coal taking an extensive trip without benefit of ticket) off one’s chest is seemingly a sure cure for in somnia. One man, sending $4, r vii -imply: “This money belongs t, me Southern Railway. The per son sending it will sleep better onight.” I'nrinusly enough, fully half the letters that come in to the rail si; admitting some wrongdoing r.ai v years ago are signed with ttie writer’s name and address, tv idle others are either unsigned, jr signed “A Friend,” ‘1 think I we ymi this—John Doe,” or, the pine one of them all—“I don’t no mi and you don’t no me so I will • meuion no names.” The latter V ' y ; HU buckets of coal the «rrr-r remembered having taken rom a freight car about 1910. The longest memory was evi lenccd by a workman who sent $3 o pay for a brass ceiling lamp ie said he took from an old pas ienger coach 52 years ago. The clergy gets twinges of con science, too, for one sent $1 for i rid, he took on a Southern pas ser train 50 years ago—a ride v didn’t pay for then; and an iSi-r sent SSO for what he termed ‘misuse of a clergy permit” in 520. •'Est of the voluntary consci- Me-easing contributions have vvw for payment of fares. They flt-maiieuvered the conductors ■’m hut the memory rankled and ifim-d during the years. Some - 1 - using the pass of a friend ! md for the railway, others li! ” d they “didn’t tell the about the e of children, l;i ’ ’me man, sending 25.20, said tv 1 1 years ago lie “bummed for 1 .(hi miles and was enclosing ‘ on for payment at the rate f 3.6 cents a mile. ,v "i ( ::s years ago a passenger ‘ as missed by the conductor and advantage of the situation ar, | i in the uncollected ticket for refund of about $6. To “square itself ’ he sent the railway S2O. '-ich he figured represented the tfund pl us interest. Since he ! s >gn the letter the railway °uldn’t return the “interest.” TE “Conscience Fund” contri lUt'"ns ri| me in from time to time. "- 'C' along the stem, or to e treasurer or to the railway resident. They might enclose ela ora te explanations, or, as in the ase °f one SSO bill, come folded a scrap of unmarked tissue | a jP e r. When it can, the railway C n ° w ledges the contributions 'iii a warm letter of appreciation a Personal letter that should % Peace of mind to the person 0 summoned up the courage to ni ’f a mistake. f>me Revival Meeting ginning October 13th , ' Hudain’s Chapel Free Will Church will hold a week W IVl< ' serv >ces beginning Oct. v ' !<on S service beginning each nin r at 7:30, preaching at 8:00 , k ' with the Rev. E. L. Beach i> Pastor doing the preaching. ■' Ver yone welcome. THE BLACK MOUNTAIN news NEGRO Vet. Os W. W. II Found Guilty Os Fraud o Charlotte, N. C. James L. Roseboro, Charlotte negro and World War II veteran, was found guilty of making fraudulent state ments in connection with filing claims for servicemen’s readjust ment allowances at a hearing held Friday afternoon in the Charlotte employment service office before William F. Renfrow, Appeals De puty of the Unemployment Com pensation Commission of North Carolina. Evidence produced before Ap peals Deputy Renfrow was that Roseboro had signed claims for allowances for unemploymene for the weeks embraced in the period from Feb. 19 through Aug. 20 of this yeta and that he had received $520 in weekly checks of S2O each for all of these weeks except one. Meanwhile, the evidence disclosed that Roseboro was employed at the Charlotte Memorial Hospital on Friday 19 and had worked regular ly, losing only one day, through the period of filing claims. His W’ages were SIIO.OO a month and board. Roseboro admitted this evi dence, except he denied endorsing three of the checks. Under the servicemen’s Read justment Act of 1944, the provi sion of Sec. 1300 is that “Any clai mant who knowinkly accepts any allowance to which he is not en titled shall be ineligible to receive any further allowance under this title”. Sec. 1301 (b) provides that “Whoever shall obtain or receive any money, check, or allowance under this title, without being en titled thereto and with intent to defraud the United Staes, shall be punished by a fine of not more than a SI,OOO or by imprisonment for not more than one year, or both”. We are determined to eliminate mentabuses of the Servicemen’s Readjustment Allowance program as we are to see that World War II veterans who are entitled tothese allowances receive them, said chairman Kendall. “It is only through the services of citizens of the State, that we are able to learn of abuses and can take steps to eliminate them.” t —— ■ - Nuts To Squirrels Instead Os Bullets O The little gray squirrels are visiting our city in the greatest numbers that has ever been known. These little fellows make fine pets and should be tolerated not shot. Some cities have many of these petg but, they seem to dodge our city, until this year. It is a common thing in the last few days to see three or four in a bunch. Lets feed them and keep them. Jim. GLEANERS CLASS BAPTIST CHURCH O With a good attendance of 12 last Sunday in Sunday School we are anticipating a very large class by Christmas. Next Sunday is promotion day. Everyone is asked to assemble in the auditorium by 10:00 a. m. Come and bring a friend. If you are a Gleaner you will be enlightened by Mrs. Kyles’ message. new restaurant SOON TO OPEN o The new restaurant soon to open on Cherry Street, will be owned and operated by Mrs. J. R. Hodson. Mrs. Hodson bought the build ing from Mayor Potter and has been refrnishing and decorating the whole building. New equipment has been bought and will be installed this coming week. Good meals will be served at popular prices. “KEY CITY IN THE LAND OF THE SKY” Thursday, September 26, 1946. Black Mountain, N. C. THIS STRIKE MET WITH FAVOR ... No need for these students to wish that the school house would burn down. The teachers at Norwalk, Conn., wept on strike. No teachers, no school. Vacation days can begin again. Here Rudy Baxa, custodian Norwalk Center Junior high school, tells the students to go home. Bone of contention for the teachers is that $90,112 be added to the $813,000 school budget for pay raises for the 236 teachers. This is one strike where those who are concerned are willing that it be contin ued for some time. Community Colored Nursery School Has Special Guest This Week The Nursery School had as its special guest this week, Mrs. Rob ert Lanier, who was visiting Mrs. Tom Sharp. Mrs. Lanier, daugh ter-in-law of our famous South ern poet, Sidney Lanier, has given much of her time in New York City to children’s activities, especi ally in teaching them songs and “singing games.” She has a rich contralto voice. She taught the children two songs which they “acted out.*” Mrs. Sam Cooley was a recent guest and a most generous one. She took the children toys and books, much to their delight and continued pleasure. Mrs. W. P. Henry’s (Durham) donation this week will make the school more than before the “fairy land” that they call it. Mrs. Arcie Brown has made the days such happy ones, and the Board mem bers, with the help Qf the men of their community, have made the iroom so bright and attractive, that it is “small wmnder” that the children are never in a hurry to leave. They have their cots for the after-lunch rest hour, and their “apple a day” for further health. Friday night they gave a most unusual entertainment to raise money for their school that all who could not pay tuition might be able to share in the privilege. There was no admission. Each child sold coupons at 25c a coupon being a “vote.” Brinda Lee Stepp, granddaughter of Mrs. Arcie Brown, obtained the greatest num ber of votes,' raising No. 26, so was crowned “queen of fairyland,” and a very dainty little queen she was in her white dress, with gold crown and scepter. , The children showed unusual poise in this their first “stage ap pearance.” They were as much at ease and as natural as they would have been in their own homes, with bowed heads and folded hfnds, they , have just learned, which After marching upon the stage, followed the song with the prayer they have pust learned, which they dailv use as their opening prayer: “Father.l thank Thee for the night, and for the pleasant morning light; for food, for health, for loving care, and all that makes this world so fair.” God’s Holy World, and lovely songs are sung each day, so it was most fitting that while the stage scenes were being shifted, the congregation sang Spirituals as only our colored friends can sing th.em, —a rare treat to hear. Just before the Flag Tableau, the chairman. Mi*. Lezzie Wells, asked for “God Bless America” to be sung. -There was silence for a moment then a childish voice, that of Anne Mae Doherty, (3rd grade) rang out clearly and exult antly, “God Bless America, Land that I love!” leading the congre gation throughout the entire song. ************ * Three families connected * * with the Black Mountain * * News are looking for a place * * to live. If you know of any * * call 4101. * * He :|e •* He * * * * * * * Arts Club To Be Guests Os Warren Wilson College o—— The first week of October the Black Mountain Arts Club will be the guests of the Weaving and the Wood-Making Departments of the Warren Wilson College. Each member of the club will receive a notice of the exact date. The hour will be three o’clock. The members of the club will have the pleasure of making a tour of the grounds with their interesting buildings; of seeing the students busy at their looms, weaving, under the direction of Mrs. Hickman, and others carving and doing other wood-work with Mr. Davidson supervising. This will be an unusual oppor tunity to see these, our neighbor college girls and boys, at work, and to show them our interest, in them and our pride in our Com munity College industries. If we all unite in showing such patriotism and such devotion to Our Country, “God ((will) Bless America.” J. ~~ '* - BILL HILL SAYS Sum lady cum in the News of fice tuther day, with a ad, an it i read: i “Wanted:—A cow by an old lady j with brass knobs on her horns. SOSSAMON - TYSON Black Mountain, N. C. Black Mountain Visitor Died Os Heart Attack 0 John Joseph Sobol, 57, of Kan kakee, HI., died suddenly of a heart attack about 8 p. m., Sunday while en route to an Asheville hospital from Black Mountain. Mr. Sobol arrived here Sunday from his home to visit his sons Chester Sobol of Black Mountain and Theodore Sobol of Asheville. He is survived, in addition to the two sons, by the widow. The body was sent Monday night to Kankakee for funeral ser vices and burial. Harrison funeral home was in charge of arrange ments here. Airport To Have New Club House 0 A new Clubhouse and class room is under way at the Black Moun tain airport. The building is to be used for ground instructions for the avia tion classes that are taking flying instructions at the local field. There has been so far this sea son approximately 50 students to solo at the field. Electric service has been granted the airport and it will soon take on a new appearance at night when classes for ground instruc tions are given the students. Mr. Nichols owner and operator of the airport has done some very hard work in getting the field in good shape. In a very short time every small town will have an airport or landing strip for the small privately owned planes to land and take off, Mr. Nichols said. A new class will be starting soon and it is a splendid opportun ity for the air-minded to take to the blue sky. U‘Fly says Bill”) BUY BONDS aS’D KEEP THEM The Black Mountain News Expresses Thanks To Whole Valley Two weeks ago the Black Moun tain News was sold to, two mighty fine boys from Dlinois. These two men, come to us well recomnlended both in character and newspaper ability. They have brought their fami lies to be one of us.*We have such confidence in these new owners that we feel that we can recom mend them to you, not only as newspaper men, but good citizens as well. We regret very much to leave the News but other interests are taking our time and while we re gret very much to leave the paper we feel like we have given the New Owners Os The News Arrived In Black Mountain Wed. W. Herbert Pritchett, 29, i Dies At Oteeri Hospital - O W. Herbert Pritchette, 29, of Black Mountain and Ellijay, Ga., died Sunday morning at the U.S. Veterans hospital, Oteen. He was a veteran of World War II and had been ill for about one year. Services were held Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock at the chapel of the Harrison Funeral Home with the Rev. H. W. Baucom offi ciating, burial was in Mountain View Memorial Park, Black Moun tain. Survivors are; wife Mrs. Valeria Reese Pritchette, two sons William David and James Everette of Black Mountain. Father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Pritchette, brothers; Lee, John B. and Jasper, sisters, Mrs. Robert Wright, Mrs. Raymond Reese, Mrs. Howard Simmons, all of Ellijay, Ga. Before entering service, Mr. Pritchette was connected with his uncle, W. T. Wright in the Wright’s Cash Store. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Black Mountain. Active pallbearers; Lique Med ford, Chas. Reese, Ben Reese Jr., Coleman Wright, George McFee, and Troy McFee. Funeral arrangements was under the direction of the Harrison Fun eral Home. New Beauty Shop To Open About October First o A new beauty shop on Cherry St. across from the Gragg Studio will open on or about Oct. 1. The new beauty shop will fea ture the latest in equipment for hair dressing, at popular prices. Mr. Begley the owner stated. Mrs. Begley has practiced cos metology in five states, including Asheville, N. C., owned and oper ated her own shop in Kentucky, and is a graduate of Louisville College of Beauty Culture in 1942. Program Was Given At Mills Chapel Church * r » o A program was given at Mills Chapel Church Friday night by the children of the Fairyland play school to help the school carry on The church was beautifully dec orated with ferns and fall flowers The children wore costumes anc flags were waved with the song “God Bless America”. Mrs. Aric< Brown, supervisor of the school is carrying the work on nicely ant is very much interested in it. Little Miss Brenda Stepp raisei $25.00, she was crowned queen The total collection was $114.29 Mr. and Mrs. Sharp gave aver; interesting talk. Mrs. Lizzie Welii and Mr. Jones spoke also. Benediction by Mrs. Norj Rutherford. | public two good men in our stead. Mr. Ealy and myself, wish to thank each and all of you for your faithfulness to us during our career here as news men. If it hadn’t been for you, our paper would never have gotten to be what it is today. Mr. Ealy and family will be moving back to Indiana before long where he has new interests. Mrs. Cornelius, baby, and I will make our future homg here in Klrck Mountain where we are building a new home. Again let us thank you. Jim Cornelius John Ealy fiiimiimuiiimmiiinaiiiim Member North Carolina Press Association 5 Cents Per Copy. o New owners, Mr. Gordon Green wood and George Dougherty, of Salem, Illinois arrived Wednesday morning to take over the Black Mountain News which they pur chased recently. Both the men have had years of experience in the newspaper field, and will prove an asset to the com munity. We are glad to have the new owners with us and are satisfied that they will carry on under the same policy that we have. Mr. Greenwood was born near Black Mountain on the farm, now known as the state farm, across from Moore General. Community Chest Drive To Start 0 The Rev. Dr. Dumont Clarke, director of the religious depart ment of the Farmer’s Federation, has been named rural division chairman in the annual drive for funds for the United Community Chest of Asheville and Buncombe County, including USO, it was announced today by W. Elbert Chambers, chairman for the drive. Dr. Arthur M. Bannerman, presii dent of Warren Wilson college a( Swannanoa, and T. C. Roberson superintendent of county have been named co-chairman. Dr. Clarke issued the following statement regarding the Commun ity Chest: “The Community Chest is a thoroughly tested method for fin ancing those welfare activities which are of great value to the life and security of the community, and which reach groups over the broad territory of city and county. It renders unnecessary the holding of repeated drives and duplication of citizen effort. “Buncombe county is the natural unit for our Community Chest campaign. Asheville and the county areas have many mutual interests and are dependent each upon the other. Moreover the board of dir ectors of the Community Cheßt working largely through the new executive director, Louis Orgera, is definitely planning to increase to the county population where 1 necessary, the existing sc i vices of the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Travelers Aid, Y. M. C. A., Family 3 Life Community Council, V. W. C. J A., the Colored ho pital Family i Service Bureau and the Salvation • Army. Therefore the effort should - be made this year and through :. the years to bring together in I joint planning the citizens’ groups in the districts of the county and e to strengthen most effectively I, cooperative effort in the support d and total work of the Community Chest,” ... jgg| \ d Mr. Roberson, identified with *• school interests in this section for h many years, is a member of the y Lions club and the Western North s Carolina SchQolmasters’ club. Dr. Bannerman has been active in cdu a cational welfare work in Westers North Carolina for a number of years. He is a member of the board of directors of the Council of Southern Mountain Workers and of the Community Welfare coun cil. He belongs to the Civitan club. Dr. Clarke has been advanc ing the Lord’s Acre movement of the Farmer’s Federation since 1930. This movement, with its demonstration center in Western North Carolina, has spread into every state in the United States and into many mission fields of the world. Dr. Clarke is past-presi dent of the Civitan club and has served, since the beginning of the project on the executive ec mm it tee of the Good Citizens’ program of the Civitan club for high schools of Buncombe county. He has been active for ma«y years. W various phases of Commjjnity • Chest soli citation. Say You Saw H In The New»
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