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.
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tion, call today: Barbara Cale, Chowan
Hospital, 482-8451.
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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.
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its teachers
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$ 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
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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
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