In these columns wM be found a fair presentation of local and county news of general interest. Volume H—Number 6. .CHOWAN RIVER BRIDGE NOW TOLL FREE United Charities Now Needs Your Support Organization Will Fur nish Relief to All In Dire Need NAME COMMITTEES Drive Launched to Bols ter Funds With Which To Carry on Work To those of us who may not be much concerned about the welfare of our feHowman, or who may doubt the needs of many of our people in Chowan County, the brief statement of facts in three typical cases of ever 80 people contacted by W. J. Taylor, County Wdlfare Officer, will serve to dear <9 iflife doubt and awaken us to the real situation that exists with many people, especially since January first. It was on this date that the Federal Government had dropped from its roll that man or woman, and in many instances whole families, wMch it’.termed un-employable. As a result of this action, we find in Chowan County today, many old peo ple, ranging from CO to 93 years of age without any source of income with "Which to provide the necessities of life, iln many instances, we find entire families whose bread wiener was dropped from the Federal Relief roll, either because he was not aide to .work, tor that he by reason of his old age, belonged to the local charity. The County Commissioners have been -very liberal and sympathetic, and have -gone the limit of the bud get set uplbr the current year, but even with al this, the burden is too great. Sinee it is tax funds with which this Board has attempted to re lieve the terrible situation, it is the pdlicy io give a little to all when it feels there is a real need. With file greater number calling for aid, we find dfcat the budget will allow only a small amount per person. We know and have realized that a man or woman who is mot able to supple ment this allowance is dreadfully in need of the necessities of life. We realize fiiis because there are people in this County who are solely de pendent upon charity. We know that there are people who are sick, crippled, and unable to make known their needs to their feffiowman. We know that people in this class were without wood and food during the re cent cold weather, even tthough they were getting $2.00 and $3.00 per month from file County. Therefore, we are pleading the* 1 cause of these unfortunate people, hoping that we who have been snore fortunate will share with those who are m need, many of whom are numbering their days. As a result of the above situation the dormant United Charities was last Thursday night revived and upon its shoulder* will rest the responsi bility of seeing to it that nobody in Chowan County freezes or starves to death, either of which is very pro bable unless some agency acts quickly. About 25 people assembled in the Municipal Building when the situa tion was discussed thoroughly and at which time the United Charities was reorganized with the following offi cers: President—Mrs. R. F. Tuttle. Vice President—Mrs. L. D. Bond. Secretary—Mrs. John Badham. Treasurer—Mrs. A. T. Bush. These officers with the following compose the executive committee: Dr. J. A. Powell, Miss Mary Pruden, C. E. Kramer, Thomas Chears, Joe Conger, D. M. Warren, Mrs. J. N. Pruden, W. D. Holmes, E. W. Spires, and W. J. Taylor. 11118 committee met immediately following the meet ing, at which time plans were mapped out as to the proper procedure tr issue immediate relief. A meeting will be held tonight, at which everybody is urged to attend when a campaign will be launched to supply the organization with funds and supplies to be furnished any who are in destitute circumstances. It is the idea of the committee in order to prevent duplicates of relief orders that, for a period of 30 days all re commendations for relief must come from W. J. Taylor, who has investi gate! all cases and is in position to fimafe what is absolutely necessary to IB 7/1 if„ _ j , D _ A* THE CHOWAN HERALD A HOME NEWSPAPER DEVOTED TO THE INTERESTS OF CHOWAN COUNTY * Legion Auxiliary To Sponsor Essay Contest The American Legion Auxiliary met Friday evening in the parlors of the Hinton Hotel. The committee on Americanism was in charge of the meeting. A recitation, “The Flag is Passing By,” was rendered by Carroll Stewart. Mrs. W. W. Byrum ffave "ft comprehensive review of the work on Americanism done in the 55 districts of North Carolina. The Auxiliary will sponsor an essay contest in the elementary depart ment df the Edenton Graded School. To file writer of the best essay on the life of 'George Washington during the month of February a prize of $2.00 will he given. All pupila of the ele mentary grades of the school are urged'to compete in the contest. ■Friday night an old-time square , dance will be held at the armory. A small admission fee will be charged. <Chas. Swanner and his orchestra will , furnish music for the event. The names of both Mrs. Clarence . Leary and Mrs. J. N. Oglesby were ■ drawn for the attendance dollar, but ' as neither of them were present, the 1 dollar was returned to the treasury. 'The program for the March meet ing -will be Community Service, and ' Mrs. Shelton Moore, chairman of the ' Community Service committee, will be 1 in charge of the program. 1 At the meeting Friday evening, 25 • mmebers were present, with a new • member, Miss Lena Jones. : Many Attend Funeral I Os Ellis S. Norman 1 Ellis S. Norman died on Wednes • day night, January 30th, at 11:10 at : his home on North Broad Street. He 1 had been in declining health for two 1 years, but not until September was • he taken critically ill. Had he lived one hour longer he would have reach ' ed his seventy-second birthday anni versary. He was twice married, first to Miss 1 Irene Shaimonhouse, of Hertford, by 1 whom he left one daughter, Mrs. D. M. Warren, and one grandson, t). Minton Warren. In lfi!7 he married Miss Claude Woodard, of tEdenton, who survives him. Besides these, there are thirteen nephews and seven nieces; though re siding elsewhere, the devotion of them to their uncle in visits and tok ens of remembrance was worthy of comment. Mr. Norman had many friends throughout this section. He was familiarly known as “Sheriff” having served his County in that capacity for many years, his service winning the confidence and esteem of the entire public. He was an active member of the Baptist Church, and a man of broad religious views. He served his church as deacon for thirty-five years, and also as.assis tant superintendent of the Sunday School. He was admired for his genial manners, unselfish disposition and the willingness to serve his fellow men. He was the type of man that will be greatly missed. Despite a freezing temperature hist funeral was largely attended on Friday afternoon. A simple service at the home conducteed by his pas tor, Rev. E. L. Wells, assisted by Rev. A. A. Butler, of Hertford, and music by the church quartette, and conclud ed at the grave by his pastor and Rev. Philip White, his nephew, of Leakesville, N. C., were in accord ance with his wishes. Amidst a handsome floral offering his body was laid to await the re surrection morn. Pallbearers were Robert Bunch, John Bunch, Richard Elliott, Dr. Wallace Griffin, Edward Wells, Geo. C. Hoskins, C. T. Hollowell and W. W. Byrum. > EDENTON BOXERS MEET ROCKY MOUNT IN ARMORY TONIGHT The Edenton High School boxing team will meet the boxers from the Rocky Mount High School tonight in the Edenton Armory at 8 o’clock. The Edenton boys have been working hard to meet their opponents from the larger school and a good match is in prospect. . .ji .• ■ 1 - ’ Edenton, Chowan County, North Carolina, Thursday, February 7,1935. (AN EDITORIAL) We Welcome Bertie <JNow that the toll has been removed from the Chowan Bridge, thanks to the splendid efforts of Governor Ehringhaus and with the fine spirit of co-operation on the part of the Highway Commission and the members of the General Assembly, one’s thoughts natur ally turn to the question “how can we best serve the people of Bertie and other counties on the other side of the river?” et will receive a large portion of the peanuts which have heretofore gone to Suffolk. That is a logical assumption. tjfMany of our friends from Bertie have of ten expressed to us their desire to trade in Edenton, but for the toll on the bridge. Edenton is the natural trading center for the people of Eastern Bertie. Our stores have large stocks of goods from which to select, and at prices that will compare favorably with those of Norfolk and other larger centers. Cfl One merchant, while discussing the matter with the writer, made the statement that if i our business men would indicate to the Ber ; tie people their genuine desire to serve them, he believed that the result would be most ■ gratifying. But if no effort was made, it might appear that we are not interested in securing this business. The Herald believes that we should bestir ourselves and let the people of Bertie County ■ know that we are very anxious to serve them. J With this idea in mind, a special edition of • The Herald will be published next week in J which we hope to carry special bargains of fered by Edenton merchants as an induce- . ment for potential customers in Eastern , Bertie to visit our fair city and become better r acquainted with folks and merchants in Edenton. Extra copies of this issue will be delivered i all over Eastern Bertie in an endeavor to show shoppers the sort of goods and service . ! they may expect at the hands of Edenton merchants. The Herald urges advertisers to enter whole-heartedly into this effort of creating good-will between the two adjoining counties now since the burdensome bridge toll has been removed. j Loyal Workers Class Has Regular Meeting The Loyal Workers’ Bible Class of the Methodist Sunday School met Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. E. W. Spires, on East Queen Street. The meeting opened with a song, followed by the Lord’s Prayer. Scrip ture was read by Mrs. W. T. Gordon, and discussed by Mrs. S. X. Steph enson. After all regular business was disposed of the class adjourned into a social hour, during which a musical and Valentine contest was held. Mrs. W. J. Davis and Mrs. S. X. Stephenson were winners. The hostess served a delicious salad course to the following members pres ent: Mesdames T. J. Bell, B. F. Brit ton, J. E. Bufflap, J. W. Cates, W. J. Davis, George Everett, W. T. Gordon, R. K. Hall, W. C. Moore, P. T. Owens, T. C. Roberts, S. X. Stephenson and H. L. Smith. CIRCLE WILL STAGE DANCE AT HOTEL ON FEBRUARY 14 Circle No. 4 of Saint Mary’s Guild will give a dance on Valentine night, February 14, at the Hotel Hinton dining room. Music for the occasion will be furnished by Kenneth Floars and his orchestra. iLEE~CLASS TO MEET The Lee Class of the Edenton Bap tist Sunday School will meet Friday evening, February 8, at 7:30 ’clock, at the home of Catherine Reeves on West Eden Street. All members are urged to attend. Lobby At Post Office Now Closed At 7 P. M. The lobby of the Edenton Post Office is now closed every night at 7:30 o’clock, the new order going into effect February Ist. Heretofore the lobby remained open until 9:00 o’clock every evening except Sundays and holidays, for the convenience of patrons to receive mail from boxes. However, according to a check-up, the number of people calling after 7:00 o’clock was so few that in order to effect economy in the operating cost of the local building it was decided to operate on the new schedule. The new closing time is one hour after the arrival of the last mail in the local office. Floyd Bufflap To Wed Rocky Mount Beauty At a charmingly appointed bridge party in Rocky Mount Thursday evening the engagement and ap proaching marriage of Floyd E. Bufflap to Miss Eunice Felton was announced. Mr. Bufflap is the oldest son of Mr and Mrs. J. Edwin Bufflap, while Miss Felton, a vivid brunette and excep tionally attractive, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Shade Felton, of Rocky Mount. The marriage will take place in Suffolk, Va., February 16th, and fol lowing a short wedding, trip the couple will reside in Rocky Mount. the aad where Collection Os Tolls Ends 1:20 Tuesday C. M. Kavanaugh New Freight Agent Here C. M. Kavanaugh, of Troy, N. C., is now the new freight agent of the Norfolk Southern Railroad in Eden ton. Mr. Kavanaugh replaces Vernon Moore, who has been granted a leave of absence, the change taking place Thursday afternoon when A. D. Matthews, traveling auditor for the railroad company, checked in Mr. Kavanaugh. Mr. Moore retired from active duty with the Norfolk Southern due to physical disability. He was bom in Chowan County in 1879, and began work for the Norfolk Southern in 1896 at the age of 17. During his 38 years of service, he has worked in nearly every capacity represented at this terminal of the Company. He began work at a salary of sls per month and has served all the way from copy press boy and check ing clerk to terminal agent, the posi tion he has held for the past eight years. The new agent is married, having three sons, one of whom is married, and it is expected all will make their home in Edenton as soon as a house can be secured. Center Hill School Puts On Play Friday Night The play, “He’s My Pal,” will be presented by local talent at Center Hill school on Friday night, February 8, the proceeds of which will go for the benefit of the school. A small admission will be charged. Characters in the play are as fol lows: Tom Spark, a young carpenter, Willie Monds; Wally Allen, in adver tising, Earl Harrell; Ma Averill, ev erybody’s mother, Virginia Cale; Lark Marie Sumner, Ma’s niece, Dor othy Davis; Calvin McCay, a hen pecked husband, Elton Jordan; Mrs. Blossom McCay, his wife and bos3, Lillian Ellis; Harry Booth, in real es tate, Raymond Ward; Smudge, the cook at Ma Averill’s, Callie Bunch; Kitten Blake, a beauty specialist, Thelma Ellis; Dick (Smith, a real es tate salesman, Cotter Bright White; Roger Gail, Wally’s pal, Wilber Priv ott; Mona Spark, Tom’s sister, an ugly duckling, Irene Furry. Legion Auxiliary Stages Square Dance On Friday The American Legion Auxiliary will hold a square dance at the Eden Street Armory Friday evening. Music will be furnished by Charlie , Swanner and his orchestra, and danc ing will start at 8:00 o’clock. A small admission fee will be charged. This money will be used by the Aiix " iliary in carrying on the work of the t organization. I The dances are usually most enjoy r able, so those attending can be as \ sured of a good time. > C. A. Lovejoy Leases Hotel In Nashville . C. A. Lovejoy, who recently leased the Hotel Hinton, on Friday nighs ' signed a long term lease for the ' Tulane hotel in Nashville, Tenn. Mr Lovejoy took charge immediately and, like in Edenton, he is planning extensive remodeling and improve ments at once. The hotel had been in receivership since October 3, 1934. According to a news dispatch from Nashville, Mr. and Mrs. Lovejoy will , have apartments in the Tulane. ; Many Crowd Municipal Building To Hear Case The Municipal Building on Tuesday night was crowded with spectators when Justice of the Peace Fermor Hobbs conducted a hearing in which Wayland Moore was charged with be ing drunk and creating a nuisance in a public place. Mr. Moore was ar rested Sunday by Officer A. T. Spivey and placed in jail, very shortly later, however, being released. Many witnesses for both sides were put on the stand, with Attorney W. S. Privott, Sr., representing Mr. Moore, and after quite a lengthy ses sion Mr. the “case. This newspaper is circu lated in the territory where Advertisers will realize good results. $1.25 Per Year Long Hoped For Free Bridge Brings Joy to Entire Section SPIRES COMMENTS Neighbors Across River Invited to Visit In Edenton The toll over the Chowan River bridge was removed Tuesday after noon at 1:20 o’clock. The bridge be came toll free when the General As sembly passed two bills about noon Tuesday, the two bridges over the Cape Fear River, near Wilmington, being affected in like ma|tner at the same time. Residents in the Albemarle received the information with great joy, it be ing felt for a long time that the toll was a barrier to trade as well as vis iting among residents of neighboring counties. Commenting on the removal of the tolls Mayor E. W. Spires had the following to say to The Herald: “The removal of toll on the Chowan bridge marks the successful culmina tion of the ground-work which was laid by former Mayor Wiggins, J. H. _ McMullan and other interested citi zens two years ago. “The splendid co-operation on the part of the Highway Commission and the members of the General Assem bly in following the recommendations of Governor Ehringhaus clearly re veals the matchless leadership of our governor and to him and them, we, a grateful people, salute on this mo- mentous occasion. 1 “A barrier to social and commer- ~~ cial intercourse between the peoples of both sides of the Chowan River, which has existed to some extent since colonial days, is now only a matter of history. Therefore, we *f Edenton extend to our friends andi neighbors of Bertie and adjacent counties a most sincere and cordial invitation to visit more freely us. We are of the same blood, JmV same flesh and possess the same” thoughts, ambitions and aspirations. Let us become better acquainted. “The next accomplishment, we hope, will be the removal of the toll on the Manteo and .the Wright Memorial bridges, as well as the ferry systems, thereby completely freeing a people long restricted by these burdensome tolls.” AUCTION SALE OF GUERNSEY CATTLE IN AHOSKIE FEB. 23 An auction sale of registered Guernsey cattle will be held in the Iron Warehouse at Ahoskie on Satur day, Feb. 23rd, at 12 o’clock. This sale is being sponsored by the Agricultu al Extension Service and teachers of vocational agriculture. It is the first auction sale of such cattle in this part of the State and offers an ex cellent opportunity to get started with this popular breed of dairy cattle. PROMINENT EDUCATORS STOP OVER IN EDENTON TUESDAY Mrs. C. D. Douglas and Miss Hattie S. Parrott, of the State Department of Education, Raleigh, stopped oVeY m Edenton with Superintendent W. J. Taylor Tuesday while dtp their way to the Dare County schools. They went to Dare County in the interest of a new course of study. EDENTON BOXERS TIE E. CIT^B Edenton High School’s boxing ' team last Thursday night earned a draw against the Elizabeth City High School mittmen. The only de cision for Edenton was William Cayton. FISH PRICES GOOD Prices for fish shipped from Eden ton are unusually good this week, quotations Wednesday from G. W. Moger & Co., of Baltimore, Md., quot ing rock at 23c per lb., perch 18c, with prospects being very good. BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT Bom to Mr. and Mrs. Zack Robert son on Monday, February 4th, a son. A. J. Manning, of Williamston, vis ited friends here Sunday.

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