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? 1 PUBLISHED EACH THURSDAY T=n THE CAROLINA INDIAN VOICE f=| ^S23S3^ "Bmilding ComnvMiicadve Bridges PEMBROKE, N.C b ATri-R?*fciS.tttag" ROBESON COUNTY VOLUME 8, NUMBER 7 20* PEIt COPY THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1960 Lru~u~u~i_rLrL-_-_~i_pLri^nj-u-ii~ij~i'-n-i-i-i-i-* - ?.??.???aa???? ? * ? ??????. . " ^ ? ?ii?i?i?iVYVMVWM>AieWMme Former Governor leads List of Dignitaries to take part in Old Main Rededication Saturday, February 16 by bene Warren PEMBROKE-Twelve persons, in cluding former Gov. James E. Hols houser. Jr.. of North Carolina, have been invited by Chancellor Paul R. Givens to be on the program for Pembroke State University's rededica tion of Old Main Saturday with cere monies taking place at 4 p.m. in the PSU Performing Arts Center. The wooden portion of Old Main, the first brick building constructed on the PSU campus in 1923. was destroyed by fire on March 18. 1973. during Hols houser's administration. The Governor rushed that day to the campus, offering a S5.000 reward for any arsonists, and promised. "Out of these ashes this can be a beginning instead of an end." The walls of the former building still stand, but a modem structure has been built inside those old brick walls. The program for Saturday's rededi cation includes: The singing of the school alma mater by the man who wrote the music, Ira Pate Lowry; invocation, by Rev. Welton Lowiy, vice president of the PSU Alumni Associ ation; welcome and recognition, by Chancellor Givens; introductions, by Rev. Julian Ransom, who is also purchasing agent for PSU; "Old Main A Look at the Past," by Clifton Oxendine, for 18 years dean of PSU and now professor emeritus of history and sociology; "Old Main-A University Trust," by Jesse E. Oxendine of Charlotte, chairman of the PSU Board of Trustees; "Old Main--A Center of Activity," by Adolph Dial, chairman of the PSU American Indian Studies Department; "Old Main-A Center of Student Services," by Miss Lejeana Hammonds of Rt. 1, Maxton, a business administration major; "Old Main-A Realization of a Dream," by Mrs. Janie Maynor Locklear, a leader of the "Save Old Main" movement; "Old Main A Challenge for the Future," by John R. Jones, phairman of the Old Main Commission; remarks by former Gov. Holshouser; closing remarks by Chan cellor Givens; and benediction, by Rev. Steve Jones, pastor of Harpers Ferry Baptist Church and son of Chancellor Emeritus English E. Jones. The PSU faculty and administration have been invited by Chancellor Givens to wear their academic robes for the occasion. The public, all alumni, and friends of PSU are invited to attend these proceedings, which will be followed at 5:30 p.m. by the alumni banquet in the Jones Health and Physical Education Center. CLIFTON OXENDINE, 80, who was dean of Pembroke State Unlveiolty for 18 yean aad served 13 additional years as professor of history aad sociology, retired In 1970 as Professor Emeritus. He was la the first graduating class at Old Main In 1924. "There were only ?even In thai class, Mid only four are still living," he said. OxendJne, who resides only a coo pie of miles from PSU, wHI be one of the speakers at the rrdedication ceremonies for Old Main at 4 p.m. Saturday. His topici "Old Main -A Look at the Past." MAYOR OF PEMBROKE PROCLAIMS SATURDAY, FEB. 16 AS 'HOMECOMING DAY' PEMBROKE-Mayor James A. (Pete) Jacobs of the Town of Pembroke has proclaimed Saturday. Feb. 16. as "Homecoming Bay." noting that he as mayor "proudly joins hands with Pembroke State University in officially proclaiming that day as 'Homecoming Day*, not only for the University but also for the Town of Pembroke." He continues by saying "as together we (the University and Town of Pembroke), with confidence and with faith in Cod, enter the challenging Decade of the 1980 s." In his proclamation he "commends the observance of this occasion to all of our (Pembroke's) citizens." His full proclamation it at follows: ^atarv &esn?*aAe< omci o# TMC MAYO" MUNCWAi UUH.DIUO mar thioo itaut m>l| Paahron* Stat* hlimltt Is setting said* Saturday, February II, aa the day It will radadleate Old Mala, the first brick building constructed on It* ceayu la 192); and VHEMAS, that historic and halloaed building la an aducatloaal landaark bacauae of its pioneering rola la educating aot only tha Indian paop 1 a but later all races aa unlit and WBIU, tbla hnaacenlag sill ana tha first laductaae lata tha rnbilhi State balwarslty Athletic gall *f Pan*, thalr nana* balagi Michael Carruthnra, Joseph Callaghar, Theodore Haynor, Thou** Oeandlna, and John (lad) Senpaon; and wmiAS, there ulll be tha spaclat playing *f *1*11 to PSD," tha Daleerelty'a alas neter nuelc written by Ira Pete Laury and lyric* by his wife laha Lauiy -aa tha Ontwaralty's now carillon aa ganarsusly dona tad ta tha Uniwaralty by Mr. and Mrs. Lovryt and HMUgAS, nawly-organlead Penbraba gtate Uniwaralty alunal rhaptsra in Charlotte, Payet taenia, and Oreaaebnre are racalvlng apse la 1 laeltatlaaa, alang with all at hot alunal sf this grant Oalwnrslty, to ratnrn ta thalr aln* as tar far thin day of radodleatlas and raeanaaeratl*a| and wmalAJ, tbara will ha gala celebration* with sack faatlwltlM aa a house eat eg parads, ribbon-cut I lag and "Open Means" at bid Mala, arta and erafta display, etndant art show, ggnpna tasra, atonal bugatt ta which all frlaada and alunal sf tha^alwaraitp are lawtlad, hanosanlag basketball gene, tceagaltlea sf alunal at hietea, eraualag sf tha banetea I eg guaaa, and a Brawaa Club Vlatsry Partyi ?| RM, I, Jsaae A. J as aha, Mayor sf tha fawn sf Panbroha proudly Jala bands tUb Panbttbe Mala Valwsrslty la affUlally ptailelnlng latueday, Feb tasty lb, Iabb, as "Maaseaafag bap*, am snip fsa lbs Butworsla y but alas fsa aba bans sf Psnbiaba as I aba lbs a as, slab aigfllim and stab faith la bad, anaor tha shallaabtab Bnaads sf the IBBS's and fur that sanaand aba alia una as sf this aaasalan an all sf ana sfilasas. /f _^bp yinu ? Jecellr Robesonian Writer WAGR Newsperson Disrupt Pembroke Council Meeting by Bnrn Barton Pembroke-Said a political wag, "Bru ce, you have a reputation for being a bit of a trace kicker...jttu were the good guy today." s 1 don't know about that ...but Lynn ette B. Lynn, a Robesonian staff writer and Chris Rode, a newsperson for WAGR Radio, were the center of attention Friday evening as ihe> interrupted a supposed executive session of the Pembroke Town Copncil. The town councM had gone into executive session bftorder to hear from Gary Strickland, a towns person who had informed the council before the executive session that he wished to discuss "Danny Russ." According to town sources, the council was "on the verge" of going back into open session after questioning Strickland behind closed doors. Accord ing to town officials Strickland talked "in general terms" about a number of things including the morality of the Pembroke Town government. Council man Sam Dial and "a number of related issues." Before they could return to opem ession.lynn and Rode interrupted the meeting, pushing the door open. Lynn said. "You're in violation of the Open Meetings Law...we're coming in on the advice of our attorney..." 1 followed Lynn and Rode to the door. "Boys," 1 said, "If they (they being Lynn and Rode) are going to be allowed to stay then 1 am coming in...I feel kind of foolish standing out in the hall..." Strickland was one of three people who had asked to be placed on the agenda. Former Town Councilman Bob Brewington and Pembroke merchant Stan Jones also were on the agenda but did not show up. When the council got to Strickland's name, McDuffie Cummings, town man ager, said. "I believe this is a personnel matter and should be discussed in executive session." After some discus sion, the council decided to go into executive session after Strickland, in responding to questions from Mayor Jacobs and Councilman Larry Brocks, said he was going to talk about Danny Russ. Russ is a former auxiliary policeman who was not assigned any further duties by the town. He claims racial discrimination because he is white. Town Councilman Milton Hunt ob jected strenously when, besides decid ing to hear Strickland in executive session, the council also agreed to hear from Mrs. Maude Jones, another towns person. When the council decided to go into executive session to hear from Strick land first, 1 objected "officially" and asked that my objection be entered in the minutes. After Lynn and Rode interrupted the session. Attorney Dexter Brooks advis ed the council, after hearing from Strickland, that they would be, indeed, in violation of the open meetings law to hear from Strickland further in execu tives session. Afterwards Strickland addressed the council in open session and told them they should put the radar back in police cars. "If you live on Pine Street... the highway patrol because of the problems won't even book anyone in this area... be responsible... shape up our town and our morale problems in the police department....don't be so concerned about fences and carnivals ..be con cerned about Gary' Strickland. Pine Street and our town..." Mrs. Jones also addressed the council, as in the past, saying. "Sam Dial should be given a citation... I think he should be reprimanded like anyone else and the radar should be put back in the cars..." After remarks by Strickland and Mrs. Jones. Mayor Jacobs said to them. "Thanks for coming and reminding us of our responsibilities again..." After the meeting Police Chief Vernon Osendine affirmed that two Pembroke Police officers were qualifi ed to use the radar equipment and used it at the discretion of the department without any outside interference. Russ was riding with Pembroke Policeman Arnold Lucas back in De cember when Councilman Sam Dial was stopped for allegedly speeding. He was not given a ticket and sources told the local press that Dial "Raiaed hell and threatened to get the police officer's gun and badge." The radar after the incident, for a brief time was taken from the police officers, many say at the behest of CouActlpiAO bp DtflL i Town aHaioli affirm that die radar to nowoparartoaal and io mmd at Lowry is Candidate for School Board Seat Oceanus Lowry has filed for a seat on the Robeson County Board of Educa tion. Lowry makes his bid to represent District IV. The 40-year-old Pembroke native has long been active in the Pembroke Senior High Booster Club. He is presently serving as president. He is a charter member and now a member of the board of directors of the PSU- affiliated Braves Club. A charter member of the Pembroke Jaycees, Lowry has received the "Rooster of the Year" honor as well as being recognized live times as Jaycee of the Year. He is a graudate of the county schools and also attended Catawba College and Pembroke State University. Lowiy is a General Foreman at the Libby-Owens Ford Glass Company in Laurinburg. He and his wife Mary Dicie and their three children, ages 16, 7 and 2, reside at Pine Lake Park, near Pembroke. In his first attempt as a candidate, Lowry released the following statement: "1 believe in the common- sense approach to education, equal and quality education lor all children with special emphasis on grades K-8." 0 Davis files again for the House Robert E. Davis has filed to return to the House of Representatives. He released the following statement: "Again I offer myself as a candidate in the May 6th primary for the House of Represenatives from this District. This time for re-election. "May I pause here to thank all of you for your support and vote two years ago. I earnestly ask for your vote and you to influence your neighbors and friends to support me. "My promise is only to do justly, be honest and dependable, and work for the Interest of all the citizens of my district. | have the experience and know-how. "Your vote and support will be greatly appreciated.*'? <>??- u??y Map* Jmi A. I No I JmA? |smm4 ti AM TIM A PNMI Arm ? | lIlBlAlll IIBhglMMlq Nfc It, m "MmmmMm B?rM mt mh tm # PMJ fc* +? TmQirt I mi. 1*1 l!wTMmmw * Nmkm* Li n III MISnm 4 PHI. ?- . ?? ?> ?. 4 ???-?? ? ? I ?'??W <%.Y- . - Bm V^fl ? mM B LOCKLEAR/LOWRY VFW POST 2843 TO SPONSOR GOSPEL SING The Locklear/Lowry VFW Post 2843 will be sponsoring a gospel sing at the VA Hospital in Fayetteville Sunday, February 17, 1980. All members are encouraged to participate. SOUTHERN BELL RATES HIKED IN ROBESON COUNTY Southern Bell Telephone customers will be paying an added 35 cents on their monthly telephone bills for one party service. It will cost more" for installation of telephones. The cost of installing a new phone will increase from S31.10 to $36.75 for residential customers. The rate increases are part of a rate increase granted Southern Bell by the utilities commission; the only good news is that Southern Bell asked for a blanket $45 million rate increase but were allowed to increase their rates by a total of $25.5 million. Two party bills will also go up by twenty five cents a month. Business phone rates and installation will also increase. SADDLETREE JAYCEES ENDORSE CONCERNED CITEENS ORGANIZATION Believing that laws should be of government rather than man, the Saddletree Jaycees endorse the organi zation of Concerned Citizens of North Robeson in their endeavors to have the school district lines of Robeson County re-drawn so as to be educationally, racially, and economically balanced for the equal opportunity of ALL children of Robeson County. We further resolve to offer our support of their movement, believing "equal education" to be the key to the sum total of a free man and his vocation, and knowing that economic justice for all mankind can best be won by freemen through free enterprise. submitted by Jackie Jones, President, Saddletree Jaycees PROSPECT JAYCEES TO HOLD PLATE SALE SATURDAY The Prospect Jayoees wUI hold a barbeque plate sale Saturday. February 16. from 10 a.m. til 6 p.m. at the Prospect Volunteer Fire Department. Plates are S3.00 each and include a generous serving of delicious pit-cooked barbeque. two vegetables, and dessert. Proceeds will go to the Prospect Jaycee building fund. REVIVAL PLANNED AT MT. OLIVE There will be a revival meeting beginning Feb. 20. going through Feb. 26 at the Mount Olive Pentecostal Holiness Church of Pembroke. The speaker will be Rev. J. Doner Lee. Rev. Lee is the Superintendent of the North Carolina Conference of the Pentecostal Holiness Church with head quarters in Falcon, NC. The meeting time will be eachevening at7:30 p.m. except Sunday evening wnen services will begin at 7:00 p.m. The pastor and congregation of Mt. Olive extend a heartfelt welcome to everyone. HELP WANTED! C.P.N.P. at LRDA Is asking for donations of Canned Goods for needy families of Robeson County. Call S21-2401. PtU CHANCELLOR TO MOUrncr PRESIDENT FRIDAY ON "N.C. PEOPLE" PlMtROKR-.Pr.^aul^R .QiuoAS. imStm Ewpto," seen on television both Sunday, Feb. 17, from 6-6:30 p.m. sad on Friday, Feb. 22, from 9-9:30 p.m. Color slides of Pembroke State Univer sity will be shown on the program as the two educational leaden diacuaa such PSU topics as: the University's Indian tradition, the relationship between the University and the community. Dr. Givens' philosophy of education, the school's graduate program, its rnoant re accreditation, the University's excel lent faculty, its evening program, its unique tri-racial student body, and the recent addition to the campus of offices for "Strike at the Wind," the Imnboe Indian outdoor drama. The relationship between the University and businesses of the area will also be discussed along with many other topics on the half-hour program. The program was taped Feb. U at UNC-TV headquarters in Chapel HML Dr. Givens has now served as chancellor of Pembroke State University for 7'/j months. His official instslaties QfwtiHfflY WW ht WUv III Performing Arts Center whanth^Jty faculty will march in academic m gaits Hunt remains on Elections Board Lambertan-The Robeson County Bostd of Elections affirmed Monday night that Mrs. Louise Hunt will remain as a member of the board of elections. Her seat h: a recently confirmed by the state board of elections. Some confusion had arisen as to whether or not Mrs. Hum would be allowed to retain her aeat because of a memorandum by the state board concerning nepotism. Mrs. Hunt's daughter. Mrs. Pearline Revels, is assistant supervisor of elections in Robeson County. Mrs. Hunt said. "I didn't ask for the appointment but 1 am glad the ruling has been made by the Raleigh office so we can get on with the upcoming elections. We have a good board and 1 am glad this distraction is behind us. 1 am especially happy that my appoint ment was reaffirmed by the state board of elections and not by the local politicians; after all. they are not the ones who put me on the board in the first place." County attorney Joe "Pete" Ward informed the board Monday night at a meeting of the decision by the state board of elections. The state board ruled that a new policy prohibiting a board member from being related to an employee was not applicable to Mrs. Hunt. The new policy went into effect October IS, 1979. Mrs. Hunt was appointed to the local board June 19.1979. Her term expires in June of 1961. Mrs. Revels has been employed with the local board for a number af years. CUMBERLAND-ROMSON LAW MIGHT EFFECT SOME CANDIDAIM But others running for ihUhi office in Robeson County night be effected by a little known elections lour that is subject only to CunbaHM County and Robeson County. Tin law says, in part, that a person who tsaohns or is employed by a school sysfot (a prohibited from serving on a aghast board within the same county. Inarkar Has *'?* (Lm m '? "tUM IVWilWlI IMS Iiwv IW m V99I W the county school boartfi nflWtala akg aha ana rua^Jkut Mat JfJtt law is l III it 11. John A.
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