PAGE TEN Accident X WH KH The MBUonth American In 1951 ► i Executive of Insurance Company Says Lives Lost (Needlessly ‘'Accident X” will kill the millionth American in traffic during 1961 or early in 1962, the Association of Cas ualty and Surety Companies predict ed. Nearly 964,000 men, women and children have died in traffic accidents since 1900, the Association declared. The 1950 toll of more than 35,000 deaths, .which reflects a strong up ward trend in fatal accidents during the past year, indicates that the mil ' tionth motor fatality will occur next December or early in January, 1952. “Accident X” will not be reported as such, it was pointed out (by Julien H. Harvey, manager of the Associa tion’s accident prevention department. Its victim, like the Unknown Soldier’ —just one of the month’s statistics, —'will be “known but to God” he said, j The new unknown American, typify ing a million lives lost in traffic in 50 years, may be a speeding or drink ing driver, a woman shopper who tries, jaywalking, or a child at play in the street. Like the Unknown Soldier, “Victim X” will be a national symbol of sacri fice, Mr. Harvey said, because nearly all persons killed in traffic accidents: lose their lives needlessly. If “Vic-| tim X” should become a lasting sym bol of the constant need for greater highway safety and thus spurs the en tire nation into action that decreases traffic deaths and injuries, he declar ed, this new unknown American will save countless lives by losing his own and also will rest “in honored glory.” ■Whether the impending death of “Victim X” is postponed a month or six months, depends on how seriously every American who drives and walks ( accepts a personal responsibility in the 1951 homefront war to reduce highway accidents, Mr. Harvey obser ved. Every month’s respite for the victim of “Accident X” will mean a saving of about 3,000 lives, he pointed out. “Accident X is just around the corner,” Mr. Harvey continued. “Its ■nearness should remind all of us, Gasoline 25 9/10 Cigarettes, pkg. 15c EASON’S PLACE SMALL’S CROSS ROADS 12 Miles North of Edenton ItMTHEHRE I EDENTON, N. C. Week Day Shows Continuous Prom 3:30 Saturday Continuous From 1:30 Sunday 2:15, 4:15 and 9:15 o Thursday and Friday, February 1-2 Eleanor 'Parker and Patricia Neal in “THREE SECRETS” Saturday, February 3 Rex Allen and Dorothy Patrick in “UNDER MEXICALI STARS” —o Sunday and Monday, February 4-5 Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis in “AT WAR WITH THE ARMY” Tuesday and Wednesday, February 6-7 — John Beal and Paul Guilfoyle in “MESSENGER OF PEACE” (The Country Parson) EDEN THEATRE EDENTON, N. C. ———o Thursday, February 1— Richard /Basehart and Marilyn Maxwell in “OUTSIDE THE WALL” - o Friday and Saturday, February 2-3 Don Terry and Peggy Moran in “DRUMS OF THE CONGO” G Sunday and Monday, February 4-5 Mickey Rooney and Jeanne Cagney in “QUICKSAND” Tuesday and Wednesday, February 6.7 Double Feature _ S \ Monte Hale in . “THE OLD FRONTIER” /'BELLE OF OLD MEXICO” * every day this year, that automo biles wHI kill another million people in the next 30 years instead of 50 yeans, unless Americans become quick ly and firmly safety-conscious and each one does his part in preventing traffic Every person who doesn’t is nominating himself to be come Victim X, or the statistic sf some other accident that is just around the corner. ‘The rapidly mounting accident* rate shows that we are fast becom-.' ing a nation of habitual traffic gamb lers. Millions of drivers and pedes trians need a real session of soul searching to tell themselves how of ten they are breaking the traffic rules that mean safety to all. When mil lions of Americans stop this gambling ■ in traffic, the accident toll will drop rapidly.” ' • 5 Mr. Harvey pointed out that . nearly 7,000 lives were saved in 1938, j I after highway accidents had killed . 39,643 persons in 1937—the second ■ worst year in history for traffic . deaths. An all-out national highway ; safety crusade could save 10,000 lives this year, postponing the death ofj I “Victim X” well into 1952, the veteran j safety expert observed. “I earnestly hope that the acci- j dents happening every day this year will constantly remind every person ! who drives or walks that Accident X |is on its way.” Mr. Harvey Concluded, “and by learning the simple ways of i safety—and practicing them at all I times—will escape becoming its ‘tin-j known’ victim.” ! ... —, ■. Tar Heels Facing New Farming Era Opportunities for operating a pro- \ jfitable farm business in North Caro- 1 ATTENTION. COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN! Do You Want Top Prices For Your Fish? SEE US BEFORE YOU MAKE ANY BARGAINS! We are in contact with the Nation’s Biggest Fish Markets and can guarantee you the best return for your SHAD, ROE JACK, ROCK, PERCH, CATFISH, CARP, EELS. We are sending our own Refrigerated Truck to New York weekly to get the best prices. Courteous, efficient service, conveniently located in the heart of production. * Our ex perienced warehouse men handle everything for you. t Edenton Bay Packing Company, Inc. J. M. Jones, Sr., Manager Foot of Commerce and Franklin Streets EDENTON, N. C. • * PHONE 223 f sME YOUR SOU. - ; a 1 Rugged, versatile John Deere Tillers fit right into the soil con servation program . . . handle a wide variety of soil-saving jobs with new economy and efficiency. John Deere Tillers are ideal for building and maintaining terraces ... for mulching fields to absorb and retain moisture ... for filling water-washed ditches and gullies ... for mixing or ganic matter with topsoil to reduce wind erosion. Important John Deere features you’ll appreciate include over head frame for greater clearance and beuer penetration; full angle and depth adjustability; high, easy-operating lift for clear ance when transporting; heat-treated disks for steady, good work; and long-lived bearings for heavy-duty service. See us for complete details the nc:a time you’re in town. HOBBS IMPLEMENT COMPANY “ YOUR JOHN DEERE DEALER” GUY C. HOBBS, Prop. EDENTON .A B THE TRADEMARK OE ]■ ' ■■:?£' aUAK.S7 * EAEtM E QtJ 9f>*9*. eV 1 fg ‘THE CHOWAN TFRALD EDENTON, N. Q, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 19S1. 4 lina aire available to almost anyone i who desire* to obtain a living from i the soil, three specialists of N. C. State College declare in a new cir cular issued this week. The publication, “Farming Oppor tunities in North Carolina,” is design ed to describe briefly the agricultural resources of the State, indicate some of the major change* occurring which may influence agricultural opportuni ties in future, and discuss some ‘of the more important factors to be considered in selection of a farm. The authors are Walter H. Pierce, associate professor of agricultural economics; Moyle S. Williams, farm management specialist; and W. D. Lee, associate professor of agronomy. Their 40-ipage publication replaces a 1 previous circular on "Selecting a Farm lin North Carolina.” I Pierce, Williams, and Lee assert , that North Carolina is at the thres hold of a new era in agricultural de velopment, with technological progress ! and economic developments providing both the necessity and the opportunity [ for significant changes in the State’s I farming system. j The authors .point out that the Tar | Heel climate, though varied, is char j actized by a long growing season, abundant rainfall, and conditions gen erally favorable to agriculture. The I average mean annual temperature is; 59 degrees and the average annual j ! precipitation is 59.63 inches. The 1 ' soils are suited to a wide range of ; crops. ’ Single copies of the new circular , may be obtained from the local coun ty agent or by writing the Agricul tural Editor, State College Station, j Raleigh. Ask for Extension Circular No. 355, “Farming Opportunities in 1 North Carolina.” e' BIBLE STUDY (WEEK i' Bible Study Week is being observed I. this week at Warwick Bafptist Church, - with the pastor, the Rev. Paul E. Le mons, as teacher. The book of Acts - is the theme of the study course. ** *» **i**it(*(VYVWYWVWI ' CORN 1 SHELLED AT YOUR BARN Earl 6. Harrell Phones 66 and 419-J EDENTON, N. C . 1 Classified Ads 1 ~SEe! DENTIST RRGITT.ARfIyH Clean teeth roguiarly with sanitiz ing Olag Tooth Paste, made with soothing, protective oils. Olag Tooth Paste. At all drug stores. ANNOUNCEMENT—I WOUILD TAKE to announce that I have taken over the dealership for Fuller Brushes in Chowan County. Mrs. A. W. Bachman. For sales and service, Phone 84-W, Edenton. jan2sfeblp FOR SALE USED FISH SALT. Ideal for feeding stock. See us for J your requirements. Edenton Bay , Packing Co. Phone 223. j Febll,B,lsc ' FRUIT TREES, NUT TREES, Grape Vines, Berry Plants, a.id Or. , namental Plant Material—offered by Virginia’s Largest Growers. Write today for Free Copy 56-page Plant ing Guide in color. Salespeople wanted. Waynesboro Nurseries, Waynesboro, Va. * itc ANTIQUE BED FOR Lean’s Used Furniture Store, 108 West Eden St. Phone 707. febl,Bp HOG KILLING TIME—WE HAVE all your hog killing needs. Salt, lard tins, sausage seasoning, ten der cure, brine guns, liquid smoke and anti-sldpper compound. Our prices are right, we buy direct from the manufacturer. Halsey Feed & Seed Store. “The Checkerboard Store.” itc DIAPER SERVICE—SOFT, FLUFFY and sterilized diapers now available to young mothers in and around Edenton. Don’t wait until your balby is bom —reserve now. Call 432, Tots & Teens Shop, Agent for Stork Dia per Service, Eliabeth City, N. C. tfc. FOR RENT—7-ROOM HOUSE 213 East King Street, two blocks from down-town. Call 8211, Farnmlle, N. C. jan2sfeblp ANNOUNCEMENT;; All Edenton Dry Cleaners Will Observe the Following' Schedule i ► Os Prices, Effective February 1: I f Men's Suits Cleaned and Pressed 75c 1 Overcoats Cleaned and Pressed, light weight 75c Dresses, Plain, Cleaned and Pressed....... 75c ~v Ladies Coats, lightweight, C. and P 75c • < i Other Services Slightly Advanced In Proportion. ' < ► The rising costs of materials, supplies and labor have made this small increase in price necessary, and it has been delayed as * , long as possible. This is the first increase in price of Dry Cleaning services in Edenton since 1941. ■ Edenton Laundry & Cleaners " Elliott Cleaners f 4 * Chestnutt Cleaners Overton Cleaners Sanitary Cleaners Spotless Cleaners . | 1 i t m * A *4 [■‘l Y|--- T , 11 ~|lli -- I, ill,l V COOKS," GENERAL HOUSE WOtRK- I era, couples. Highest wages. Health card, references required. Carfare arranged. Barton Employment Bu i reau. Great Barrington, Mass. jan 18,254ef01,8,16pd " 1 w — - —■■ ■ ■ ■■ FOR SALE—REGISTERED POLAND China boar. Weight about 250 Pounds. Asa C. Griffin, Star Route, Edenton, N. C. jan2s/«bl ( p FRESH COUNTRY EGGS FROM our own flock duly. Halsey Feed A Seed Store. “The Checkerboard Store.” tfc JUST ARRIVED—NEW SHIPMENT of garden and flower seeds, all va rieties. Onion sets, also large ship ment of T. W. Wood’s lawn grass seed, treated with Dupqnt Arasan. Cabbage plants and seed potatoes arriving soon. Watch your neigh bor’s garden, for he is using our proven Wood’s Seed and Vigoro garden fertilizer. Halsey Feed & Seed Store. “The Checkerboard Store.” ( itc PIANO TUNING AND REPAIRING Latest methods used in the art | Contact Zeb E. Brown & Son, Ahos toe, N. C., P. O. Box 168. t-f' ir-y-i i-i rnT_ru-tT_n j-i_ruru-.-_ri