Vf X<3a3riT5>v * it - navajo co;a. coll. library "^1 ,/ TSAI!,E 3B*rjc" P0BT ^FPICS ; ^ THi CAROLINA INDIAN VOICE RifH post office box i?7s PUBLISHED ?ACH THURSDAY Pembroke, n.c. 2sri jr " al VOLUME ?, NUMBER 25 25f PER COPY Tbuiwtay, June IS, 1981 HENRY BERRY LOWRY WOULD BE PROUD OF 'STRIKE AT THE WIND!' Melton Low cry During the 1800's, the Lumbee Indians of Robeson County were very proud of their outlaw--hero. Henry Berry Lowrie. Their pride centered around Lowrie's own pride in his heritage. If he could return today. Lowrie would be very proud of the much acclaimed outdoor drama, 'Strike At The Wind!". The production is now in its sixth season at the Lakeside Amphitheatre at the Riverside County Club near Pem broke, North Carolina. Most people view the drama as strictly entertainment, but ? to those deeply involved, the drama is not just acting; it is business involving advertising, fund raising, theatre tech nology and more. This summer will mark the fourth season in which Melton Low cry of Pembroke has played the leading role of the famous Indian hero, Henry Berry Lowrie, whose grandfather was Melton's great-great-great grandfather. The 30-year-old Lumbee Indian, a professional Chimney Sweep, attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro as a pre-engineering student on scholarship. Each Thursday through Saturday however, he brings to life the saga of Lumbee folk hero, Henry Berry Lowrie. Called outlaw by some and hero by others, the Lumbee Robin Hood figure roamed this large rural county in Southeastern North Carolina from 1864 1874. Seeking revenge for the murders of his father and brother by the Con federacy, Lowrie and his tri-racial band held Robeson County in a grip of terror. Henry Berry Lowrie mysteriously dis appeared in 1872, with over $60,000 worth of rewards unclaimed. His actions however, had a profound effect on state politicians, bringing the vote to all citizens of North Carolina. His story and the story of the Lumbee Indians are told near Pembroke in Randolph Umberger's outdoor drama, 'Strike At The Wind!". Chosen from auditions of local and state talent. Melton even physically resembles his famed ancestor right down to the heavy dark beard. The main difference is that the modern day outlaw does not carry the 100 pounds of weaponry that his predecessor reputedly carried over a century ago. "Strike At The Wind!" plays Thurs day. Friday, and Saturday nights. July 4 through August 29. Pre-show is at 8 p.m. and showtime is at 8:30 p.m. D.S.T. Follow the signs to the Lakeside Amphitheatre at the Riverside Country Club. 3 miles west of Pembroke, '/j mile north of U.S. Highway 74 on state road 1354. Adult tickets are $4.00, children ?w ? . . ? m m * under 12 are S2.00. and Senior citizens are S3.50. For more information, write or call "SATW!". Bo* 1059, Pembroke. N.C.; (919) 521-3112. ?w 4 MISS LUMBEE GETTING READY FOR 1981 MISS N.C. PAGEANT iVilaa Lnmbe* - BHglttc Bray boy . Miss Lumbee. Brigitte Brayboy, and her chaperone. Florence Ransom, are currently busy making preparations to attend the 1981 Miss North Carolina Pageant to be held June 24-28. 1981 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium in Ra leigh. N.C. During the past year Mias Lumbee has participated in numerous events. She has traveled the state attending pa geants. parades and ribbon cuttings. Brigitte hat also performed at various pageants, as well as local functions and rest homes. Now that the big event is almost here. Brigitte and Mrs. Ransom are working on Miss North Carolina wardrobe, make-up. Interview and walk. The Miss Lumbee Send-Off will be Sunday. JuneJI. 1*1 at J:J0p.m. In the town park. Sponsors for the Send-Off include the Town of Pembroke. Pern broke Javceea. Pembroke Jaycettes. Pembroke Housing Authority. Pembroke Business and Professional Women's Club. Pembroke VFW Post. Pembroke Kiwanis Club. Pembroke Lion's Club. 'Strike At The Wind!', Lumbee Home coming. and other local and civic organizations. In Raleigh. Miss Lumbee will be staying at Peace College where all 49 Miss N.C. contestants will be housed. Brigitte will compete in the evening gown competition on Wednesday even ing. in the awimsuit on Thursday evening, and in talent competition on Friday night at 8:90 p.m. Tickets for the 1981 Mias North Carolina Pageant may be purchased by writing to the 1981 Miss N.C. Pageant. P.O. Boa 17205. Raleigh. N.C. A limited number of tickets are available at Lumbee Regional Develop ment Association in Pembroke, Little Miss Lumoee Pageant to open Lumbee Homecoming 1981 The contestants and committee of the Little Miss Lumbee Pageant cordially invite you to attend the most heart warming and fun-filled event of Lumbee Homecoming. The theme of the pageant this year is "Little Lumbee Beauties." There are 27 contestants vying for the title of Little Miss Lumbee 1981. The pageant will be held Wednesday, July 1, at Pembroke State University's Performing Arts Center beginning at 7 p.m. Admission will be $3.00. The contestants will perform their array of talents and modeling casual dresses. All areas of Robeson County and parts of Cumberland County are represented this year. The contestants range in age from age 4 to 6 years. See Contestants Page 9 Retires After 35 Years Ms. Fannie Belle Loddear Ms. "Fannie Belle," as she is so affectionately referred to. was honored on June II, 1981 with a special program at Green Grove Elementary* School. She has taught at Green Grove for 30 years (1951-1981) and an additional five years at Pembroke Gra ded School (1941-1946). A host of associates, friends, family, and.former students, attended the aus picious occasion with Howard Davis. Principal of Green Grove, acting as Master of Ceremonies. Life testimonials were given by; Jason Lowry. Former Principal; Robert Hunt. Former Principal; Al bert Hammonds. Former As sociate; Earl Hughes Oxen dine. and James E. Jones, Former Students. Mr. Oxen dine was a student of Ms. Fannie Bell's first class at Pembroke Graded Schools. He fondly remembers her as his very best and most unique teacher because she could fly an airplane. He - said he learned to love reading be cause he loved M please Ms. "Fannie Belle." Mr. Purnell Board of Education, and also a former student of Ms. Fannie Belle was the keynote speaker. He expressed grati tude for her sincere dedi cation to the profession of teaching as well as her spon taneous love for children. Numerous gifts of love and remembrance were presented to the honoree on behalf of the school, parents, family, and friends. In addition, a beau tiful plaque from Green Grove was presented by Mr. David, and also one by Mr. Swett, on behalf of the Board of Edu cation. A career of education and love for children has enriched the life of Ms. Fannie Belle. Her desire to work is not yet extinguished, for she intends to volunteers her services to Green Grove School. She will continue to be active with her church (Reedy Branch Bap tist). travel, and enjoy her grandchildren. She has no desire whatever to resume her airplane escapades as some have suggested. Ms. Fannie Belle is the mother of three children; M/Sgt. Carson P. Locklear, Jr.. U.S.A.F. of Korea; Lyn neettah Locklear Jacobs, of Lumberton; Gary Carlson Locklear. of Chicago. Illinois. She is also the grandmother of seven grandchildren. New Prospect Pastor Honored R?v. wnu. Seen, Jr. wu Konoiv(i tl M Appreciation Day Dinner at New Proepeci Metkodiai Ctiurch in Pem broke en Sanday, Jane 14. IM1. Rev. Seen wee pre vented e plaque and a RWI ef metier freni hie congregation. Several gnoele and relnllvoe ?tailed far die area elan. Rev. I 4 fjujl U Mm a mImi! A* PM pap^pa?f^p^B W^P ?VV EtHalyana Locklaar. Tlwy h?V? MM IMIt ChHl| and MM daughlar, Domi d RaMghi Mid mm graadaaa. Rav. Iaa?? haa aarvad Naw Piaapac* far t year*. PalMar R. Bryaat I RKM^MI Ra^Mdl ni(|ni 11 Niiwj m>vi npvp Iniradaai. pmaafad dM gift. PEOPLE A ND PL A CES AND THINGS PEMBROKE OFFICIALS ATTEND ATLANTA SEMINAR * Pembroke officials returned home after attending a seminar in Atlanta. Georgia Wednesday through Sunday. Attending the HUD sponsored Com munity Development Seminar were Mayor Pete Jacobs. Town Manager McDuffie Cummings and Councilman Larry T. Brooks. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PURCHASE FORMER INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER BUILDING ONI-9S The county commissioners finally purchased the vacant International Har vester Building on 1-95 for $230,000. subject to approval by the owners. The motion was made by Herman Dial, chairman of the commission. The motion was seconded by Carl Britt. The possible purchase of the building had been considered a number of times only to be withdrawn at the last minute. Commissioners H.T. Taylor and Bill Herndon vigorously dissented, claiming purchase of the building would facilitate an increase in taxes. The building, located on a 21 acre tract of land is proposed for use by the water department, the county school bus garage, maintenance and recreation . departments. Dial scoffed at fears of added renovation coats saying, "This building was constructed to house heavy equip ment...! wouldn't think it needs any uno?ca