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Personal Income Jumps A new survey of family income shows that marked changes have been taking place in Chowan County with respect to the distribution of these earnings. The figures indicate that incomes have been rising across the board, carrying many local families into higher brackets in the last few years. A considerable number of them, who were in the $5,000 to SB,OOO group, have moved up to SB,OOO to SIO,OOO category. Their former position has been taken, in turn, by families who had been earning less than $5,000. The upward shift has been noted at all points on the income scale. As a result, the proportion of local families in the middle and upper brackets is The Chowan Herald BOX 207, EDENTON, N. C. 27032 Published every Thursday at Edenton by The Chowan Herald, Inc., L. F. Amburn, Jr., president and general manager, 421-425 South Broad Street Edenton, North Carolina 27932. Cmratmo oA Entered as second-class matter August 30, 1934, at the Post Office at Edenton, North Carolina, under the act of March 3, 1879. L. F. AMBURN, JR President and Gen Mgr. J. EDWIN BUFFLAP Editor HECTOR LUPTON Advertising Manager E. N. MANNING Mechanical Superintendent SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year (Outside North Carolina) 14.50 One Year (In North Carolina) *4.12 Six Months *2.25 Ca r ds of thanks, resolutions of respect, etc., will be charged for at regular advertising rates. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1969. Willis To Talk At District Event Lloyd C. Bunch reports tickets are now available for the Fourteenth An nual Northeastern Area Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor’s meet ing to be held in Edenton on November 18 at 6:30 P. M. Thomas W. Willis, director of Reg ional Development Institute, East Caro lina University, will deliver the main address. The 19-county event will be held at the Edenton Jaycee Building. Bunch says tickets are available from him, H. F. Byrum, Joe Webb, Jr., George Lewis and the Soil Conservation Service Office located in the basement of the U. S. Post Office. Tickets must be pur chased by November 12. “We want everyone interested in the future of our country to attend, farm ers, business people, county, town and community leaders,” he said. The purpose of the 14th annual event Is to stimulate interest and promote the Soil and Water Conservation District Program throughout our area. Bunch says we are looking for a good turnout as usual to continue our reputation of putting on the best area meeting in North Carolina. Arts Campaign An extensive campaign to secure 25,000 members in eight local councils was launched this week by Albemarle Area Arts Council. Memberships are $1 each. Mrs. Nelson Chears, council execu tive director, said three valuable prizes are being offered during the incentive campaign. A Ford Maverick, a Honda and a TV will be presented at 8 P. M. December 13 at an Arts Council Side walk Art Show in Southgate Mall in Elizabeth City. William M. Sanford, chairman, Cho wan Arts Council, presented the massive membership campaign to the area coun cil board of directors. He said such a campaign would not only secure sorely needed funds for council activities but would be a splendid way of telling peo ple throughout the area what the council is doing. Funds derived from the campaign will go to area and local councils with hopes that some programming can be accom plished in each participating county. The method Chowan County Arts .’Council will use in securing as many memberships as possible will be an nounced soon. ACES GO ON ROAD Cooiiatwd From Paw 1 runs of 31 and 32 yards but the Aces could never put together enough offen sive power to penetrate the Indian line. The Indians keyed on Gigi Leary, the hard running Edenton back, and his only bright spot was a pass from Chesson which covered 24 yards. Barrow, Felton, Elliott Harrell and exceptional on defense for greater than ever, leaving fewer at the lower end. The findings are contained in a copy righted report prepared by Sales Man agement, a marketing publication. It lists, for every section of the country, the proportion of its population in each income division. In Chowan County, it shows, 41.6 per cent of the local households had disposable cash incomes in the past year, after payment of their personal taxes, of $5,000 or more. That was 5.5 per cent more than in 1966. The rise in the United States in that period was 4.8 per cent. In any community, the extent to which the overall income is spread among the population as a whole shows whether there is a good balance in the area or whether it is unbalanced, with a small number of families with very large in comes compensating for many others with low incomes. The breakdown for Chowan County lists 41.6 per cent of the households with net incomes of $5,000 to SB,OOO after taxes. In the SB,OOO to SIO,OOO bracket are 7.9 per cent and, in the $3,000 to $5,000 group, 22.5 per cent. The remainder have incomes of more than SIO,OOO or less than $3,000. Although incomes have been rising, the gain has not been translated into just that much additional purchasing power. As in other parts of the country, inflation has taken its toll. Nationally, reports the Department of Commerce, real purchasing power has risen only 4 per cent in the past year, although the median income of families has increased by 8.3 per cent. I &S>een “By Buff” An Edentonian, Willard M. (Dusty) Rhoades, has just been honored by his election by the Supreme .Council of Scottish Rite Bodies to receive the rank and deco ration of Knight Commander of the Court of Honor. He will be honored at a cere monial of investiture and banquet to be held at the Masonic Temple in Charlotte Saturday, November 8. This is next to the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a Mason, so that Dusty and his Masonic friends feel justly proud of such an honor coming to an Edenton Mason. Dusty Iras had several telegrams and letters from aU over the state congratulating him upon his election to the high honor of KCCH. The honor is well deserved, too, for Dusty has made many personal and financial sacri fices on behalf of Scottish Rite activities in Edenton and in the state. He, of course, plans to attend the ceremonial in Charlotte on November 8. Here’s another extending congratulations upon the honor conferred upon him. o At this time of year it is most delightful to travel along the countryside and especi ally in the mountains, where the beauty of trees and shrubbery is almost breath taking. Such was the case the latter part of last week when the Missus and I rode through the Catoctin Mountains in Mary land. It’s a picture only the Great Painter can produce. However, no matter how beautiful the scenery, there’s no place that looks better than home after being away for a while. o And incidentally, while traveling on the super highways, I came to the conclusion that “EXIT’ must be a very big place. All along the highways sign after sign is seen pointing to “EXIT.” Sure is a wonder I didn't turn out on one of them, for it’s usually my custom to get lost. o I note that Charlie Overman will retire as County Agricultural Agent at the end of this week. Charlie has been at this job for about 29 years and I well remember when he came here from Dare County. I invited him to join the Edenton Rotary Club (he was already a Rotarian) and he did. He has been a faithful Rotarian ever since, having done a lot of work in the local club as well as Rotary on the state level. He will be greatly missed by Cho wan County farmers, but it’s good to know that he and Mrs. Overman will continue to live in our community. It will be nice to have them around. And now Charlie will have all the time he wants to hunt and fish.' o— Tuesday of next week an important elec tion will be held in Chowan County to de cide whether or not another one per cent sales tax should go into effect The argu ment in favor of the tax is that it will tend to reduce real and personal taxes. Then, on the other hand, the argument against the tax is that it will place an extra burden on those who can ill afford to pay the tax. Think it over and then vote your convictions—but VOTE one way or the other. o The Garden of Eden Club will sponsor a plant sale Tuesday, November 4, when many kinds of evergreens, «nnii»u and other plants will be on sale. The affair will be held on the vacant lot at the cor ner of Broad and Church Streets. The dub plans to use the proceeds for beautification purposes, so if you need any plants, you'll also be helping a good cause by buying some at this sale. Tor the ladies, I hope the weather will warm up a bit o _ For the benefit of those who like pickled herring, the Methodist Men’s Club will hold brwtkfmt lerving. .tffcsr-ir = - ■ VJfcap it (i 11 c jp ttt ci rl c Continued Prom Paso 1 it all and dole it out a mite at a time in the form of a grant or something along this vein. Those who oppose the tax also ques tion the intention of elected officials. They say once a tax is levied it never comes down. Here the town and county officials have said they will use revenue from local option sales tax to reduce property taxes. For this fiscal year, if the League of Municipality figures are accurate, instead of a citizen of Edenton feeling a 50 cents per SIOO valuation tax increase (town and county) there could have been a 20-cent reduction. If we do not have enough confidence in our elected officials to honor their intent to do this or that, then the changes must come on a day when the individ uals are seeking election. Don’t punish the muchly needed broadening of the tax base because of personal political preju dices. We believe such a tax is fair and in the best interest of all the citizens. When an issue passes this test we can without shame or undue concern cast a favorable vote. Tuesday we’ll mark our ballot in the “Yes” block for the local option sales tax. As a private citizen and voter you have the privilege to do otherwise. But do something. Resolution Aimed At Local Action “Keep Halloween for the children” is the theme of a resolution passed last week by Edenton Town Council in an effort to curb any plan of violence in the community. Councilmen and police officials called on parents to cooperate in the undertak ing so the small children can enjoy the traditional trick-or-treat tonight (Thurs day). The 1968 celebration of Hallo ween was interrupted by persons older than the normal participating age. The resolution, passed at a called meeting Friday afternoon, claimed the practice of trick or treating has been abused. Therefore, the council requests that the activity be limited to children 12 years of age and under and that all activities cease by 8:30 P. M. It is further requested that it be limited to local neighborhoods and good friends. “The intent of this resolution is to further the good fun of Halloween for these children for which it is meant and to curtail activities that could lead to violence and disorder,” it is stated. Edenton Police Department will be at full strength on Halloween night, aided by auxiliary police officers, members of the State Highway Patrol and the Cho wan County Sheriff’s Department. Eight vehicles will be pressed into use to help keep Halloween for children. Childrens Theater Work Underway A cast of 28 high school students have been chosen for Edenton Little Theater’s November production of the “Emperor’s New Clothes”. The cast has been in rehearsal for five weeks and the three performances will include a Saturday matinee. Students at John A. Holmes High School will have a special performance cn November 19. The first public per formance will be at 8 P. M., November 20, with the 2:30 o’clock matinee on November 22. Mrs. Jane Holmes, who is directing the first children’s play presented by the little theater group, says it is “Just great!” She said rehearsals are going fine and it should be one of the best plays presented here. Principals are: John Baxley, Steve Keeter, Miriam Bissette, Jimmy Bond, Patricia Parrish, Candy Lane, William Elliott, Bud Holmes, George McPherson, Sandy Davis, Ginna Jones, Linda Har rell and Candy Hardin. The weavers are: Peggy Nixon, Het tie Wallace, Willie Leary, Ervin Lassi ter, Steward Copeland and Larry Holley. The citizens group is composed of Debbie Dußlois, Anne Leary, Evelyn Harrell, Debbie Wynn, Anne Brown, Blount Shepard, Donald Graham and Rob Roy Holme*. Mrs. Holmes said this is an excellent dramatization of an old fairy tale. The WMwrittenby Hans Cris was written by Charlotte ChorpSig. jnth ft. coming prwenlatlon^oTthe Adult Driving Class Being Planned A driver education class limited to adults 18 years of age and older spon sored by the Adult Education Division of College of the * Albemarle will begin Monday, November 3 at 7 P. M., in John A. Holmes High School. The driving program will be similar to the 54-hour course which is presently offered by the public schools. USE LASSIFIED DS WILL. KEEP 4 to 5-year old child in my home for working mother. Call Judy Flynn. Phone 482-3357. t f c FEMALE HELP WANTED Power sewing machine operators. Starting addi tional shift. Forty hours weekly full time. Experi ence preferred but not re quired. Brand new air conditioned mill. Skilled operators averaging SBS to S9O weekly. Elizabeth Hos. iery Mills. Telephone 335- 2989. exp Nov 6c FOR SALE—In Hertford, three bedroom brick ranch house. Central heat and two baths. Near High School. CaU 426-7439. Exp Nov 20p YOUNG MAN WANTED— Between age 25 and 35. Selling experience helpful. Starting top salary. Call 482-4515. t f c FOR RENT Five room apartment. Completely fur nished. Call W. E. Smith, Rocky Hock, 221-4031. Exp Oct 30c SALES PERSONNEL—Men or women to represent wall known insurance company. No collecting or debits. In come unlimited. Write Barry Hoggard, P. O. Box 526. Ahoskie. N. C. ts c FOR THOSE SICK OF BEING ALCOHOLIC AA Meets Monday at S P. M. at the Methodist Church. TIRES? Forth« Boot In Qnnlity Como To Tke TIRE HEADQUARTERS Albemarle Tire Service Antkorised Denier For B. F. Goodrich Remington Tire Co. Multi-Mile Tire Co. Try Onr Famons Polyflaae Tire F 78-14, F 78-15, Reg. *49.25 Now Onlv *33.95 #r xwar In 775-14 - 775-15 Retreeds With Premium Rubber now only ni.se For 775-14 775.15 Four For $44.00 All Tire* Installed and Bal anced at no ekarse. SEE Albemarle Tire Service Water Street Behind Montgomery Ward EDENTON, N. C. PRE - SEASON BATTERY SALE AT SEARS—Novem ber 1 through November 8. Every battery in stock re duced. Save up to $6.50 with trade-in on our 48- month high voltage bat teries. Offer limited. Sears, Edenton, N. C. Phone 482-2186. 1 t c Winn-Dixie Store Soon To Open In Edenton, N. C. Wanted... High School Graduates For Grocery, Produce, and Meat Training:. Also, Cashiers and Service Clerks. Good Starting: Salary. Excellent Training Program Fast Promotions to Market Managers, Produce Department Managers, and Grocery Department Managers. Employee Benefit Program Sfftf Increase a Pali Vacations rm PrunrmiM C/.L flu. oenviarsrup rrogram hick raff rum - . ~ , __ u p ois i « * I llla®lllO UV AjHIUiUJ' UIvU v mCVUI IVY VJvullllioolvlli # The minimum enrollment is 15 dents. Interested students may register at 7 P. M., tonight (Thursday) at John A. Holmes High School or at (he first class meeting Monday, November 3. For further information, call the Adult Education Division of COA, 335-546 J; or Mrs. F. L. Britt at the COA Learning Lab in Edenton, 482-4745. - FOR SALE Lightning Class sail boat 19x6% feet In good condition. New sails. Will sell cheap for cash. Apply Rev. F. B. Drane. Phone 482-4193. Oct 16 23 30c FOR SALE —Four rooms of furniture. Will sacrifice. Owner moving. One me chanical talking horse for 2 to 9 years. Call 482- 3031. 1 t c WANTED —Hardwood and cypress logs. Tracts of hardwood and pine tim ber. Top market prices. Williams Lumber Co., Inc, Mackeys, N. C. t f FOR SALE—Modem three bedroom bungalow. Living room, dining room com bination, kitchen, two utility rooms and car port Oil fuel central heat, spa cious lot with plenty of shrubs. Located 6 Haw thorne Road. Call Howard Wilson, 482-4929 after 6 P. M. for appointment t f c Installment Loan Department LOANS FOR • Automobiles •Home Improvement • Appliances’ • Boats and Motors • Furniture • Personal Loans • Vacations • Low Bank Rates “We Love to Say Yes at First National !* FOR SALE—I96S Pontiac LeMons GTO. Good condi tion. Financing available. Phone 482-4683, t f c Local Men Needed As semi-truck drivers. No experience necessary, we will train. You can earn over $4.00 per hour. For application, call (615) 525-9481 or (6150 546-2901 or write Safety Director, Nationwide Systems, Inc., 3408 Western Ave., Knox ville, Tenn. 37921. exp Oct 30c FIELD REPRESENTATIVE needed by large financial corporation for Ederrton- Chowan County area. Above average income and future security. Many fringe benefits. Write Box 223, Elizabeth City, N. C., or phone 335-5149. tie WANTED: Bird Decoys. All Types. Old or New. WRITE Trudy Taylor Morgan Creek Road CHAPEL HILL , N. C . 27514 m - - i i TO BUY,SELL.SWAP fl RENT OR HIRE |§ FOR SALE—Eight 10:00 x 20 truck tires. P & Q Super Market. Exp Nov 13c FOR SALE 1969 Suzuki 250-OC. Actual miles, 5,000. Price $450.00. E. E Lee. Phone 482-2632. Oct 30 Nov 6p IN MEMORIAL , AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY HEART FUND Those wishing to max* donations in memory of a departed friend in whies a card will be sent in your name may send donations to the following: Mrs. W. J. P. Earnhardt 208 North Granville Street Edenton, N. C. 27923 Mrs. Fred Keeftar P. O. Box 3X7 Edenton, N. C. 27932 CHOWAN HOSPITAL MEMORIAL FUND P. O. Box 69 Edenton, N. C. 27932 EDENTON-CHOWAN . RESCUE SQUAD LOST Gray and.lwhite' collie dog. Four months old and belonging to a crippled lady. Answers to the name of Rinny. If found call 482-4145, (Mrs. Robert Hassell. 1 t p HELP WANTED HOSIERY MACHINE me chanics. No experience re quired. New air condition, ed mill now going into production. Opportunity tc leam highest skilled, high est paid job in hosiery in dustry. 48 hours weekly. Night shift Elizabeth City- Hosiery Mills. Phone 335- 2989. Exp Oct 30 LOSE WEIGHT safely, with Dex-A-Diet Tablets. Only 98c at Mitchener’s Pharmacy. Exp Nov 6:
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