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The Chowan Herald
Published every Thursday by The Chowan
Herald, a partnership consisting of J. Edwin
Bufflap and Hector Lupton, at 100 East King
Street, Edenton, N. C.
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“ mURSDAYTAPRIL 13, 1939
BIBLE THOUGHT FOR WEEK
GIVE US UNDERSTANDING: Many shall be puri
fied, and made white, and tried; but the wicked shall do
wickedly: and none of the wicked shall understand; but
the wise shall understand.—Daniel 12:10.
A Healthy Condition
With election of city officials less than a month in the
oiling, many rumors are now going the rounds that much
opposition will be presented for the various city offices.
Whether as much of this opposition materializes as is
rumored is problematical, but at least three candidates
have announced that they will enter the race in opposi
tion to present officials who will seek re-election.
To have a number of new candidates shows a healthy
condition. In the first place it demonstrates, if the
candidates are sincere, that some one at least is vitally
interested in the administration of the town’s affairs
and are willing to shoulder the burden and face criticism
in conducting a business in which many citizens are all
too anxious to criticize.
In the second place with office-holders facing opposi
tion it undoubtedly will awaken in the ones elected a
new sense of duty and a desire to better fill an office
which they realize will be voted upon another when the
opportunity presents itself if no effort is made to cre
ditably fill the office.
Then, too, it is a healthy position in which voters are
placed, for a good citizen should ponder over a group
of candidates before casting a ballot, taking into con
sideration the ability, qualifications and interest a can
didate has for the office he seeks and cast a vote for the
candidate who will, in his or her opinion, best serve in
the office he asks the voters to place him.
Be A Committee Os One
Edenton may well be proud of the opportunity to
have been selected as the place to present the spring
music festival which will take place at the Armory Sun
day afternoon. If Director C. L. McCullers, a real op
timist, is correct iii his prediction, about 5,000 people
will cojne to Edenton for the occasion and the affair
should rival the recent music event held it KinSton.
Whether the number of visitors reaches 6,000 or not,
undoubtedly among the number there will be some who
have seldom, if ever, been to Edenton, and, for this rea
son a special effort should be made to welcome those
who come within our gates in the expectation of spend
ing an afternoon in pleasure.
; Though the Lions have appointed Leroy Haskett.
Ralph Parrish and J. A. Curran, and the Rotarians C.
E. Kramer, Jesse White and J. Edwin Bufflap to serve
as a welcoming committee, this number cannot greet all
of those present. For this reason every citizen should
take it upon himself or herself to constitute a committee
of one to welcome any visitors with whom they come
in contact and convey to them the assurance that they
are welcome to Edenton not only for the music festival,
but on any other occasion.
We cannot be too hospitable with our neighbors and
events such as this music festival affords a splendid op
portunity to create a more friendly attitude throughout
the Albemarle area.
Thomas Jefferson, Democrat
Today, April 13, occurs the anniversary of the birth
of Thomas Jefferson, in 1743.
It is well for the nation to remember the author of
the Declaration of Independence and the man who
wrote the Statute for religious freedom in Virginia and
succeeded in establishing the University of Virginia.
There were the things for which he asked to be remem
bered, although the epitaph that he wrote for his monu
ment made no mention of the fact that he was twice
the President of the United States.
Jefferson was a Democrat who believed in and cher
ished his ideals. Incidentally, he regarded agriculture
as the best occupation for men and the foundation of all
other wealth. He was a scientific farmer in his day and
constantly endeavoring to improve methods and intro
duce new crops.
It might not be a bad idea for Americans, in this day,
to become acquainted with the life, works and writings
of Thomas Jefferson, the “sage of Monticello.” In his
V life and in his thoughts are lessons for us all.
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Our Best Wishes
Faith in one’s self is a perquisite for success, but
even more admirable is one’s faith in a community.
This latter was exemplified this week when Dr. P. W.
Tedder gave up his duties in connection with the De
partment of Agriculture in order to enable him to be of
more service to farmers.
Dr. Tedder displayed his- faith in a community he has
adopted as his home, and this newspaper wishes for
him success in his efforts as a veterinarian, a much
needed service for farmers as well as other owners of
animals in this section.
An Injustice To Colored Citizens
This newspaper boldly denies the inference in the
Daily Advance of Tuesday night that there was a possi
bility of disorder among Edenton Negroes following the
shooting and killing of Josh Norman by Chief of Police
G. A. Helms late Monday afternoon. Grounds for the
inference were totally unfounded and the story - was
nothing less than a gross injustice upon the colored
population of Edenton.
JoiJl' .min m dsnMmilfl /'ltownjifai* lv * • ,
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was well-known among members of his own race, and
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THE CHOWAN HERALD, EDENTON, N. C., THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 1989
FACTS YOU NEVER KNEW!/.'
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[ UEARDANDSEEN j
jnt i .—By “BUFF”
I had intended to use a series of heads over election
stories, beginning last week with “Simmering.” I in
tended to use “Bubbling” this week, “Boiling” the fol
lowing week, but just then the thought entered my
mind that I might be obliged to use “Cooked,” so the
series was dropped. Anyway, it looks like there’ll be
some fun in the election of May 2nd. Yours truly, to
gether with all other city officials, is seeking re-election
and most of us have brushed up our best smile. Just a
little advance advice. If, when driving along the street,
someone waves at you, it’s no sign to stop. Just keep
going for it will no doubt be some candidate offering
you the glad hand.
o
But speaking of politics, one of the candidates says a
lot of people have already promised to vote for him in
the election and he is counting on their votes to pull
him through. However, after the election, this same
fellow might be trying to figure out how many liars
there are in Edenton.
o
Shucks, I believe in the Bible more and more every
day. lam reminded of the passage which says when
ever one would do good evil is present. Which was
borne out last Wednesday night. It so happened that I
had an opportunity to sneak off the job and attend revi
val services in the Methodist Church and being such an
infrequent Wednesday night attendant, one bird asked
me this question: “Say, do you think this is bank night
in church?” Curses!
o
I always thought a gang of newspaper guys, when to
gether, could tell good jokes, but the lawyers are away
ahead of the pen-pushers if the joke-telling in the Court
House Saturday night is any indication. It was while
waiting for the jury to return a verdict in the Chesson-
Keickhefer Container Company suit that a gang of ’em
assembled up front and according to the laughter they
were good jokes. But even at that, they tell some of
the newspaper boys’ brand because of the fact that on
account of a lady sitting in the Cpurt House, they all
pushed together and in a whisper told some of the jokes,
after which some of ’em almost fell off the chair in a
fit of laughter.
o
And at the same time the lawyers for some reason
discussed the new speed limit of 60 miles an hour.
“Well, that’s fast enough, I think,” one of ’em said.
“I never drive over 60 miles an hour—unless I*m in a
hurry.” That’s the trouble with all speeders—they’re
in a hurry, but the trouble with a large number is that
they have no place in particular to go.
—o
If I were in the habit of giving salutes, I’d surely
give one to the Hyde County folks for their splendid
hospitality Monday, when they were honored by the
presence of Governor Clyde Hoey, Congressman Lindsay
Warren and other dignitaries. Mayor McMullan, Car
roll Kramer, Minton Dixon, Eddie Spires, C. L. Mc-
Cullers, Thompson Greenwood and yours truly composed
the Edenton delegation and everyone was high in praise
of their treatment during the day. Os course, Cal
Kramer made a selfish angle out of the trip, for he was
on the lookout for some good fishing places. And
Friend McCullers had better be careful how he treats
me or I’ll cause trouble in his household. The scudder
wouldn’t even trade seats with me at the banquet.
Anyway, tile whole affair was delightful. Governor
Hoey and Lindsay Warren were at their best, and here’s
hoping Chowan can be of some assistance to Hyde in
securing what they want and what they deserve.
o »
It’s a good thing folks have children. For instance,
in The Herald this week is information that Miss Chris
tine Hassell took unto herself a husband. Miss Hassell
has been our Macedonia correspondent ever since The
Herald came into being and she has been very faithful.
We are sorry to lose her, but thank goodness, she has a
sister whb began Where Christine left off. ....,
- o
She was having such a nice time getting that new
permanent until, suddenly her favorite operator began
to, pull frightfully hard- A sharp pull brought an end
to the dream and she awoke to rub her head where the
sting was. As she rubbed, something nipped her finger,
and, switching on the bed light, there sat on the comer
of her pillow—a rat. She insisted it was as large as
Wallace Jones’ bulldog. A mad scramble ensued, and
now the young lady thinks that a Carnegie medal for
bravery would be in order, as she cornered and killed
the poor little mouse.
he was shot down by Chief Helms, not accidentally, but
as a last resort when it became apparent that it was
the only hope to save his own life.
Edenton prides itself upon having a large group of
law-abiding Negroes, among whom no racial disturb
ance has been even hinted at in many, many years, and
to accuse timna «f harboring a desire to cause trouble
because an officer of the law was discharging his duty
is far from being correct. This newspaper hastens to
inform its readers that there was no mtunataon of any
it t2i« tee compliments them.for the high type of’ l
Or. Tedder Opens
Animal Hospital
Veterinarian Enters Pri
vate Practice In
Edenton
Friends will be interested to know
that Dr. P. W. Tedder, local veteri
narian, has resigned from his state
work with the Department of Agri
culture and will enter private prac
tice in Edenton.
In a letter to many of his farmer
friends Dr. Tedder expressed the hope
that by this means he could be of
better service and more help to farm
ers in that now he will be under
no restrictions and will be able to
answer calls in any territory of ad
joining or nearby counties.
Dr. Tedder urges that horses and
mules be vaccinated for encephalo
myelitis, the so-called mule sleeping
sickness, blind staggers, etc., within
the next 60 days, warning that if a
mule or horse becomes infected, it is
almost impossible to save the animal.
In connection with his announce
ment, Dr. Tedder made known the
fact that he has opened a veterinary
hospital at Griffin’s stables where he
will treat and board any animal or
pet. He will specialize in treatmentl
of cattle, horses, mules, chickens,!
hogs, cats and dogs.
Silhouette Cutter Be
' In Edenton April 21 j
Miss Helen Elizabeth Fisher, na-|
tionally known silhouette cutter, will
be at the Edenton graded school onj
Monday, April 21, under auspices of j
the Edenton Parent-Teacher Associa
tion. Miss Fisher can take appoint
ments for each 10-minute period, with
silhouettes and duplicates furnished
at very reasonable cost.
Mrs. R. F. Elliott will gladly fur
nish any information regarding Miss
Fisher’s visit as well as arrange ap-|
pointments. The Parent-Teacher As
sociation will benefit from the pro
ceeds taken in during the day.
Facts That Concern Kraj
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FOR A MILLION 'wEBT
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A MILLION JOBS Bl
MADE BY BEER jgf
H| FROM coast to coast, Beer has helped in put-
Hl ting men back to work... into a million new
HI jobs in six short years. Beer also each year
H| buys (he produce 0f3,000,000 acrceof farm land
HI and pays a million dollars a day in taxes.
HI The brewers want to preserve these eco-
Ul nomic benefits. They want also to protect the
U public’s right to enjoy beer and their own
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DEATHU ' THE
J. C. Parkin Rotary
Speaker Tonight
Engineer Fills Engage
ment Previously
Abandoned
J. C. Parkin will be the principal
speaker at the Rotary meeting to
night. Mr. Parkin was scheduled to
address the Rotarians week before
last, but at the last minute was pre
vented from attending the meeting,
C. E. Kramer substituting for him
and emphasizing the splendid oppor
tunity Edenton has to develop a
mecca for sportsmen by stocking lo
cal streams with fish and then ad
vertising the fact.
Mr. Parkin will no doubt present a
subject of vital interest to every Ro
tarian, it being expected that he will
speak about road building activities
in this section.
At last week’s meeting Holland
Wilkinson, who was assisting Rev.
W. C. Benson with the Methodist re
vival, entertained the Rotarians, ren
dering several solos and rehearsing
some of his experiences at broadcast
| ing over the radio.
j Northern Teachers
! Inspect Peanut Mill
! Thirty teachers and students of
l the New Jersey Teachers College ar
| rived in Edenton late Tuesday after
noon on a tour through North Caro- j
I lina. Their arrival was later than
i expected, thus prohibiting a tour of
all points of interest. However, they
appeared especially interested in wit
nessing a peanut mill in operation
and were, therefore, taken to the
Edenton Peanut Company where they
expressed delight at seeing peanuts
processed from the time they are re-
I ceived from the farmer until ready
to be marketed.
The group left near nightfall for
New Bern.
Edenton Boy Killed
: On Saturday Night
William Edward White
Loses -Life Near
Winfall
Tragedy suddenly entered the
home of Mr. and Mrs. V.’. E. White
Saturday night when life was sud
-1 denly snuffed out of their only child,
i William Edward White, Jr., eight
. years old. The boy accompanied his
mother on the bus to spend Easter
’ with relatives in Perquimans County
1 and was struck by a passing automo
bile when they left the bus near the
i Major-Loomis Lumber Company, near
Winfall. Mrs. White and her son
had left the bus and as she was
picking up a suit case the youngster
t darted across the highway in the
path of an on-coming automobile.
[ The boy had almost reached a point
, of safety, being struck by the fender
of the car.
I The car which struck the boy was
. driven by Hemby Chappell, of Belvi
. dere, who took the injured lad to the
office of Dr. T. P. Brinn, where he
; died shortly afterward. The accident
was said to have been
Funeral services were held in Win
fall Monday afternoon.
I Officers Elected By
Cemetery Group
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(Continued From Jege One)
• care-taker for another year.
. j Members of the Association ear
i! neatly request those who wish their
f lots kept to be prompt in paying the
r collectors the fee of $1.60 for this
. purpose. Meetings are open to any
i visitors interested in upkeep of the
s cemetery.
’ Those attending the meeting last
! week were: Mrs. R. F. Tuttle, Mre.
- A. S. Smith, Mrs. E. S. Norman, Mrs.
’ T. E. Gardner, Mrs. W. D. Holmes,
Mrs. J. N. Elliott, Mrs. W. S.
■ Mrs. W. E. Hassell and Mrs. R. C.
Holland.
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FOR. OVER. 100,000
1 FARM WORKERS AND
\ FARMERS -JOBS AND A
I MARKET MADE BY BEER
I I
/ BEER. PAYS A MILLION f
\ DOLLARS A DAY TAKES 1
/
FOR 130 MILLION TAX
PAYERS (ALL OF US)A
SREAT NEW HELP SINCE
1933 IN CARRYING IN
CREASING TAK BURDENS
Th« brewing industry cannot enforce the
laws. But they one cooperating with public
officials to see to it that the retailing of beer
gives no offense to anyone.
We would like to tend yon a booklet that
describes the Foundation’s unusual program
of self-regulation. Address: United Brewers
Industrial Foundation, IS) East 40th Street,
New York, N. Y.
By H. T» Elmo