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Continued from page 1 the newspaper’s contribution to 'Oris community project of Edenton Woman’s Club. Although there are those along the Public Parade who differ, we make no apology for our coverage of the events-either before or after. Those who are more interested in clippings for a scrapbook fail to measure success in means other than column inches. And while we are accused from time-to-time of having “pet” projects, every effort is made to weigh each un dertaking equally. The 1981 Biennial Pilgrimage of Colonial Edenton didn’t go unrecognized by this newspaper, nor in the U. S. Senate. Since everyone, including the vast majority of Woman’s Club members, doesn’t read the Congressional Record, we are reprinting a page from the May 18 edition. Get the scissors ready, girls! EDENTON’S WOMEN’S CLUB CONDUCTS ITS BIENNIAL PILGRIMAGE Mr. Helms. Mr. President, there is an historic North Carolina town that has played a large role in the drama of America’s growth as a nation of high principle. The town is Edenton, situated on the banks of the Chowan River in northeastern North Carolina. Its streets and buildings, dating to the early 1700’s, are a living chapter in the history of our great Nation. “Ye Towne on Queen Anne’s Creek,” incorporated in 1722, was swept along in the rapid growth of North Carolina. As an official port of entry along the Albemarle Sound, Edenton became a melting pot of immigrants searching for a better life in the New World. The Scotch-Irish, Germans, Scottish Highlanders, Welsh, and English filtering into Edenton in the 1760’s brought a wealth of trade knowledge to the port town. They also brought with them a fierce loyalty to their new home -a loyalty that would make Edenton a center for the patriots cause during the Revolutionary War. England’s heavy-handed taxes met with feisty resistance from Edenton’s women. In October 25, 1775, these brave women held the famed Edenton Tea Party to protest England’s tea tax. This historic tea party, during which the women resolved not to drink any more of the taxed tea, was the first known female political ac tivity in the colonies. Mr. President, as England continued to threaten the colonies’ independence, Edenton’s patriots sprang to action. The town boasted such prominent individuals as Joseph Hewes, who later signed the Declaration of Independence, and Hugh Williamson, a signer of the Constitution. Edenton also produced two of the country’s greatest statesmen: Samuel Johnston and James Iredell. The political career of Samuel Johnston spanned nearly 5 decades, those turbulent years when our infant Nation was struggling for independence. Johnston felt that England’s unfair actions were a stab at America’s freedom, and he led North Carolina’s fight for our Nation’s rights. Johnston was a leading figure on the political scene. He was Governor of North Carolina, the first U. S. Senator from our State, and president of the North The Chowan Herald (usps 106-380) P. O. BOX 207, EDENTON, N. C. 27932 Published every Thursday at Edenton by The Chowan Herald, Inc., L. F. Ambum, Jr., Editor and Publisher, 421-425 South Broad .: Street. Edenton, North Carolina, 27932. Entered as second-class matter August 30,1934, at the Post Office of Edenton, North Carolina, under Act of March 3,1870. |„ F. AMBURN, JR. E. N. MANNING Editor & Publisher General Manager R.FI.YNN SURRATT .1. EDWIN BUFFLAP Managing Editor Editor Emeritus ; SUSAN BUNCH Office Manager Subscription Rates ' tine Year (outside N.C.) 810.00 One Year (in N.C.) 19.36 Six Months (outside N.C.) 16.50 :• Six Months (in N.C. i ——.- <6.24 : . Edonton. North Corolinq, Thursdoy, Juno 4, 1981 , | 1 * * Wmm * NOT EMPTY FOR LONG Some 30 growers from throughout Chowan County are expected to have produce ready for the opening June 10 of a Farmer’s Market on Highway 32. This pickup truck, owned by Thomas Paul Griffin, won’t be empty as shown in this promotional picture. Left to right are: R. M. (Pete) Thompson, chairman, Agricultural Committee, Edenton-Chowan Chamber of Commerce; Jerry Hendee, chamber executive; Griffin, Way land Spivey, technician with the Agricultural Extension Service; Oscar White, president of the chamber; and Murray Goodwin, extension service agent. The market will be open from 10 A.M. until 6 P.M. and on Saturday from 10 10 A.M. until 1 P.M. Tax Increase Is Proposed Continued from page 1 Also, the board reappointed Mrs. Nancy Wood to the Edenton Carolina Convention in 1788. He> was a great mind, a man of im peccable integrity, and un compromising morals. James Iredell, another of Edenton’s great statesmen, also directed his efforts toward the colonies’ rights. In North Carolina he served as a superior court judge, as attorney general, and on the Council of State. Iredell’s eloquent interpretations of law drew national attention, and in 1790 he was appointed associate justice of the Supreme Court. So, Mr. President, these two men epitomized North Carolina’s progressive spirit. They fought for justice. They spoke for the people. They served the Nation. Through the diligent efforts of its fine citizens, Edenton has withstood the winds of change. Within the town’s confines remain the echoes of yesteryear. As Roy Thompson, a well-known North Carolina journalist, once wrote: “Unlike Williamsburg, which is a restored glory, Edenton is an antique that has been lived in continuously.” Every two years, Edenton Woman’s Club conducts its biennial pilgrimage through the town. It is a journey into the past, a quiet walk past a number of the 6118th- and 19th- century homes in the town and countryside. Several of these buildings are listed with the National Register of Historic Places, and three have been named National Historic Landmarks. And in 1976, to recognize the townspeople’s proud preservation of the past, Edenton, and Chowan County were ap pointed a national bicentennial community. Mr. President, I urge anyone interested in our Nation’s history to visit Edenton. The town’s good people embody both the character of America and the down home, southern hospitality of North Carolina. Edenton has stood firm for close to three centuries. And the townspeople will see to it that Edenton’s foundations - liberty, justice and freedom - will never weaken. zoning board; Mac Privott and Margie Harrell to the Edenton Board of Adjustments; Warren Twiddy to the airport commission and David Henson to the board of Eastern Carolina Health Systems Agency. We are always a little bit suspicious of those who assure us that they want nothing. Outer Banks Weekend Well, we meandered along the Outdr Banks last weekend, thanks to the generous hospitality of Tanya Young at Ocean House Motel. The occasion was the un folding of the second phase of Tanya’s Tarheel Collection. (See feature on Page 8-A). The collection is a growing series of designer-decorated rooms, each one representing a very special facet of North Carolina history or geography. And each room in the collection is unique. We were with an elite group. Hardly had we settled in before we saw Amy O’Neal, the duughter of Jeanne O’Neal -- the best legal secretary on Cheapside. Amy is a seasoned reporter for the Durham papers. The first night we were sorta adventerous. That explains why we ate at the Papagayo, a Mexican place in the Coratan Inn. The sign hearlded the Papagayo as “the best place between here and Chapel Hill.” Maybe, if you like it hot! Tanya had greeted us with a fresh fruit basket and a sack of interesting materials. There were handsome brochures from Car teret County and Tryon Place; none from Historic Edenton. The most interesting new place on the beach is J. Fleming Mun de’s Restaurant. That experience was saved until Saturday night so we could observe our 24th wedding anniversary a bit early at the same time. We were greeted by Gayle Young, an Outer Banks transplant from along the Public Parade. While we waited to be served the Keith Johnsons and Ernie Knightons appeared. And we got a glimpse of young Jackie Ricks when she arrived for dinner. One of the most fantasticly interesting happenings on the Tar Heel coast is a time sharing housing complex, Outer Banks Beach Club. The idea to buy certain weeks at the facilities arrived in the area a year ago. Saturday was the first an niversary of the decision to “go” with the project. The first con tracts were signed in late sum mer. Mike Kuntz, general manager, gleefully reported that the I,oooth contract was written Friday. When completed, Outer Banks Beach Club will include 20 buildings of four apartments each. The big promotion of the project was during the winter months and as many as 52 people were em ployed. “Remember, we did it just for fun and we’re still doing it!” That’s Tanya Young’s slogan. We are glad that she did and is. HK ft* ■ • #{ r \ HOSTS SECOND JAIL SCHOOL Sheriff Troy Toppin, left, and Joe Johnson, instructor-coordinator for the N.C. Justice Academy at Salemburg, are shown here discussing a jail school now being held in Edenton. This is the second such course here since the new Chowan County Detention Facility was opened. Jail School Now In Session Thirteen students, including the Sheriff of Washington County, are this week attending a 40-hour course in jail operations in Edenton. The course is being taught in cooperation of Chowan County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Troy Toppin pointed out that this is the second such course provided here since the new Chowan County Detention Facility was opened. Joe Johnson, in structor-coordinator with the N.C. Justice Academy in Salemburg is directing the school. Among the students is Sheriff Jim Whitehurst of Washington County. Five of the students are from Chowan County with others CONSTRUCTING NEW PLANT - > 14 GAS H jH - T - r[ , *■- * ■ wr*. I H|H I Thw***^ mM 4 t (PS * Bill Lassiter, who has been connected with the LP gas industry for 27 years, and self employed for 10 years, wishes to announce that he is now constructing a plant on Mexico Road. He has served 907 satisfied customers and would welcome the opportunity to serve YOU. LASSITER’S GAS SERVICE Route 3 Edenton Phone 482-3985 Extension Post Is Abolished The budget crunch has taken its toll in the Chowan County Agricultural Extension Service. An important position has been closed out and existing personnel will take up the slack. Mrs. Connie Sherrill, specialist in housing, home furnishing and clothing, has resigned and will take a position in Edgecombe County, according to an an nouncement made Monday by Cliff Copeland, county manager. Mrs. Sherrill has been with the local department since October, 1978. Mrs. Fran Ward, acting ex tenison chairman, said Mrs. Sherrill had done a splendid job in Fishermen Continued on page 4 they have,” Peele added. “It’s getting tight on them (the com mercial fishermen), really tight.” Copeland said he had told state and federal officials that the situation warrants designation as a disaster area and county leaders are presenting the case in a forceful manner. coming from Tyrrell, Martin and *. Pasquotapk counties. , Johnson said the Academy, a branch of the N. C. Attorney General’s Office, is co-sponsoring the course with the Jail and Detention Branch of the N.C. Department of Human Resources. Training includes lectures, discussions and practical exer cises. At the conclusion of the week, students must take and pass a certification test. k Sheriff Toppin said having the course taught here is a great convenience for area law en forcement officers. He said he appreciates the cooperation of the state agencies. Chowan County. “We not only hate to see Connie' leave,” Mrs. Ward said, “but we are sorry the position is being closed out.” The post was one of several across North Carolina being eliminated due to federal budget cuts. Mrs. Ward will assume added duties in housing and home furn ishings and Mrs. Theresa Ford will add clothing to her other duties. Dance Academy Performance Set * The Chowan County Academy of Dance, directed by Marsha T. Gordon, will present a per formance Saturday night at 8:30 o’clock in the John A. Holmes High School Auditorium. “The Magic Garden”, “Snowflakes In June”, and “We’re Wiz ‘ln” will be per formed. Tickets are $2.50 for adults and $2 for children under 12. Proceeds will be donated to the Chowan Arts Council. For further information call 771-5133. We are encouraged with the ( progress of the human race whenever we meet a person who admits he doesn’t know the an swer to something. Correction The Sidewalk Sale Circular in today's edition of The Chowan Herald contains a typographical error in the Quinn Furniture Company ad. The correct price is as below: "Nights of Rest” Regular Bed Size MATTRESS I & SPRINGS Regular $199 *129 Set The Chowan Herald regrets this error and is sorry for any in convenience it may have caused the company or its customers.
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