Film Showing For Seniors Senior Citizens in America are being honored during the month of May, so this is an ideal time to draw the attention of the com munity to the needs of those Senior Citizens who are isolated in our rest homes and nursing homes. Volunteer visitors are needed to reach out in love to these residents, many of whom have no visitors at all. The Chowan County Nursing Home Community Advisory Com mittee will sponsor the showing of a film entitled “Because Somebody Cares” at W.B. Gard ner Senior Village in Edenton on Thursday, may 9, at 7 p.m. This film portrays how isolation ex perienced by many elderly people can be alleviated through volunteer visitors of any age. Following the film there will be a discussion of specific ways volunteers can befriend residents in our local rest homes and nurs ing homes. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. Report Issued On Spending Habits Of Statewide School Systems Continued From Page 1-B Gaston, Alexander, Union and Iredell counties are among this group, which also tend to have about one fewer teacher per 100 students than the highest spending systems, he said. The Northhampton, Per quimans, Gates, Greene, Tyrell and Hyde county systems all rank well below the median in per capita income. Nevertheless, they are among the top 13 systems in total spending and have at least two more school employees per 100 students than the lowest spen ding units. Durham city ranked 59th in per capita income, but was first overall in total spending per stu dent, Liner said. That is because, in addition to the state foundation support, Durham has good local funding and a high number of residents who qualify for federal help. Spending proportionately more Tor education in one system than another does not necessarily mean the children in the higher spending unit receive superior educations, the economist said. Systems in metropolitan areas where the cost of living is greater have to spend more for teacher salaries than rural systems do, he said. Smaller systems, however, cannot take advantage of the economies of scale the way larger systems can. “The poorer units have to spend more of their money on support personnel like administrators and janitors, while the richer units can spend more on teachers and teachers’ aides,” Liner said. Although North Carolina’s strong foundation support makes education more equitable than in many other states, the Basic Education Program could im prove that record further, Liner said. Hugh Kaiford Copeland Copeland Star Barnum Musical Hugh Kaiford Copeland, grand son of Mrs. C.C. Copeland of Tyner, is currently starring in the Broadway musical, Barnum, at the Kiverview Playhouse in Nor folk, Va. through May 25. Tickets are $6.00 adults; $4.50 children. Barnum is the musical story of P.T. Barnum, his life and adven tures, and his founding of the Greatest Show on Earth, all set in a circus atmosphere replete with clows, variety acts, snazzy costumes, a brass band and great music. Copeland is an instructor in speech and theatre at Old Domi nion University and is artistic director of the Hurrah Players, Inc. For ticket information, perfor mance times and dates call 804-625-PLAY. She was always.there for you. Now, you can return the favor. LIFELINE can be her constant companion, 24 hours a day, even when you are far away. If a medical emergency should arise, one press of the • cordless ‘help button’ worn on a neck chain will send a call for help through the phone system to our Emergency Response Center. There, trained staff will send help immediately. LIFELINE is available for a reasonable monthly rental fee. For more informa tion, call today: Barbara Cale, Chowan Hospital, 482-8451. w/a 8MAPR And the John Deere Finance Ptan also indudes physical damage insurance ami, tor qualified individuals, credit Ute insurance. All that on a tractor with proven high trade-in value. A John Deere tractor with a warranty backed by a solidly, established manufacturer. A John Deere tractor wel treallike our own when it comes to supplying parte and giving shop service. Added together, the 9-month finance charge waiver and the John Deere tractor deliver more reaivalue to you. Add up what a 9-month John Deere finance charge waiver means to you Are most advertised “tow-rate” finaifee otters the big deals they’re made out to be? Not compared to John Deere’s 9-month finance charge waiver on new tractors, 40- to 300-hp.* As the chart shows, the John Deere 9-month waiver is more attractwe than most of the low-rale oilers you’ve read about And, as you can see, paying off the John Deere contract early could result in an effective rate as low as 3.38%. Don’tbe misled—compare real finance charges $3946 $6023 $7127 IMPLEMENT CO.. INC. . I7 »UTH.njBA«THaTT.NC<«l1)»4-J35J WITH QUALITY WOOUCTS Exercise Strengthens Body, Saves Lives RALEIGH—Frank Hielema, Chairman of the North Cmwlina Governor’s Council on Plaice! Fitness and Health, urges all citizens to make a commitment to regular exercise during National Physical Fitness Month in May. “Millions of Americans are en joying exercise because it makes them look, feel, and work better," Hielema said. "More and more people are making physical ac tivity a regular part of their lives. Everywhere you look, at any time of the day, people of all ages are exercising.” Studies show that regular, vigorous exercise can strengthen the heart and lungs, tone up sag ging muscles, and help control weight. It gives individuals more stamina, energy, and greater self esteem. Regular physical activi ty also helps prevent heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, and stress. He said that people should con sider several things before star ting a regular exercise program. -Choose an exercise that in ' terests you and stick with it. Some easy and enjoyable exercise in clude swimming, brisk walking, dancing, jogging, and bicycling. If you become bored or unmotivated j^ith the activity you choose, select another one. -Exercise with your family and friends. It makes the exercise more pleasurable. -Make exercise a lifetime commitment—not just a fad. If you stop, the beneficial effects are rapidly lost. -Exercise regularly at least three days per week for 20-30 minutes each day. Be sure to ex ercise at a brisk pace. "Even beginners report that brisk exercise makes them feel better tire less easily. It also helps them get rid of tension and gives them feelings of sell-worth and accomplishment." He cautioned, however, that people over 40 years of age or those who have reason to suspect illness should consult a physician before beginning an exercise pro gram. If symptoms arise during or after exercise, persons should contact a physician. “Regular physical activity is stimulating both physically and mentally, and there are ap propriate exercise programs available to meet just about anybody’s needs,” Hielema 6aid. Many community and recrea tion centers offer group physical fitness programs such as aerobic exercise, dancing, intramural sports, and other activities. For more information about group programs, contact your local community or recreation center. Sermon Topic "To you and to your children" How does God work in His world to bring His Kingdom. The greatest evangelistic "tent" meeting is the family. The greatest “revival" takes place in the home. The most lasting “con version" happens in the family. The place where “repentance and turning unto the Lord" is in the home. At First Presbyterian Church. Edenton this Sunday, May 12th at 11 a m. the Pastor will bring the message above. A litany on the Christian family will be read. A nursery is available during wor ship for under school age children if the the parents desire to use it. All are welcome. m SAVE — Hundreds of dollars per year on your food and drugstore purchases. Receive the wanted discount coupons of your choice. FOR FREE INFO Send a stamped and self-addressed envelope to “The Coupon Club” 7908 W. Mill Road Milwaukee, WI 53218 ‘You must enclose an envelope with a stamp on it addressed to yourself. Swain PTA wishes to express appreciation to all its teachers O COCPVCdN-.»a«^»*CGaS*^ K»| $ Mary Nixon, Principal Patricia Addison Laura D. Bond Katherine K. Busby Patricia A. Byrum Ginny Culpepper Elizabeth R. Goodwin Teresa H. Jordan Isabel Kelly Robert E. Moye Carolyn Spruill Vendetta O. Sutton Florence H. Thatch Edward J. Williams Linda Keeter, Aide i ) l Louise Copeland, Secretary Bettie B. Bembry Elizabeth Brown Dorothy P. Byrum Mary W. Copeland Carolyn Everett Loretta B. Guard Peggy Kelley Thomas A. Kirker Lilliam B. Roberts Lucille W. Stalls Diane H. Swanner Edith F. Walker Bertha Blanchard, Aide Ann A. Kirker, Aide ■i' ir? OCDCOVO>C/J*>CutS>—. Teachers Appreciation Week