PUBLISHED EACH THURSDAY < ' ' - THE CAROLINA INDM H VOICE --?<? ? - ? "BaBdtag CmmiwlaUIve Bridget <S?jr if \ g Jggg} PEMBROKE. N.C .? A Trt-R~u. *.?*," ?|p ROBESON COUNTY ppppl^^l ' volume 12, number 37 2sc per c6py II iwrsdaytseptkmblr ij, ivil ( kzj 'SAVE THE PEMBROKE RAILROAD STATION' MEETING SET FOR SEPTEMBER 27 by Brace Barton Pembroke-1 have decided to call for a meeting of those interested in saving the Pembroke Railroad Station, now abandoned by the Seaboard System Railroad. The meeting is sponsored by the Pembroke Chamber of Commerce, of which I am presently serving as president. It is one of the stated goals of the newly activated chamber of com merce. 1 have called for the meeting after corresponding with officials of the Seaboard System Railroad, and after receiving much encouragement to do so by the citizenry. I probably have received more calls, and corresponden ce and visits, in favor of saving the railroad station than anything that has appeared in the Carolina Indian Voice in recent years. Every inquiry, every telephone call, every letter has been positive and encouraging. The meeting will be held September 27 at the Pembroke District Court, beginning at 7:30 p.m. You are cordially invited to attend and help us organize this important adventure. The railroad system has agreed to give us a six month moratorium to come up with a feasible plan of action. Time is short, and I hope you will make plans to attend this very important meeting. We ? iiave until Jjtiuarv 31. iy&5 to save the historially significant building. The railroad officials have also agreed to give the railroad station, now in a woeful state of abandonment, to a responsible party like the town, or the chamber, if said parties will move the structure from its present site. There is property fronting the original site, if the land can be secured. One of the pieces of land that would be suitable is behind Lumbee River Legal Services on Union Chapel Road, andis also owned by the railroad system. Another nearby plot, according to unconfirmed information, belongs to Pates Supply Company. Some suggested uses of the building have been to turn it into a municipal library, quarters for Strike at the Wind. Pembroke Chamber of Commerce head quarters, a municipal building for the town of Pembroke, and other significant uses. What do you think? In a recent issue of the Carolina Indian Voice I accused the Seaboard System Railroad of "benign neglect" in abandoning the Pembroke Railroad Station. The railroad company has refused to put security lights on the property to discourage instances of vandalism that has occurred in the past. No effort has been made to clean up the unsightly site, and the railroad station has refused to extend any energies in helping to save and restore the historical building. The station is historically significant because it is located in the only town on the railroad line that is inhabited mostly by American Indians, and it is also a stop on the longest, straight stretch of railroad line in America. The line, of which Pembroke is a vital part, runs from Hamlet to Wilmington in a straight line, some 78.86 curveless miles. The Pembroke Railroad Station is also significant because Pembroke's history is tied tuthe railroad. Legend has it that Pembroke was even named after a railroad engineer who used to run trains on the line in the early days. His name was Pembroke Jones. Pembroke was laid out, and partitioned and sold by the railroad company. As a matter of fact, Pembroke's original town limits run a halt mile way from where the old Atlantic and Seaboard Railroad lines cross in front of the Pembroke Railroad Station. Organizers are also interested in any pictures you might have of the railroad station or any historical data connected with the stately building. Don't forget! The meeting will be held September 27 at the Pembroke District Court, beginning at 7:30 p.m. We hope to see you there! Already committed to saving the Pembroke Railroad Station, of course, is the Pembroke Chamber of Commerce. Others who have expressed an interest in saving and restoring the stately building are the Town of Pembroke. Pembroke State University, the Pembroke Kiwanis Club, the Pembroke Jaycees and others. The only ingredient missing is you! Hope to see you on September 27. We need vou! PROSPECT YOUTH MUSIC MINISTRY The Prospect UMFY |grade* 7-12) ^Ittuieiiil themaslcal drama tanawa; by Grace Hawthorne and John F. Wilson at the North CoroHaa Commence Junior Hl|h Workshop on the campus of Louie bury OoSege, Lou is burg, NC, June 27 aad then traveled to Bockhaimea, Wool Virginia to perform the saute shew ; at the West Virginia Wesleyaa Coiieg June 28 for the Youth Ceugiuus of the Wool Virginia Conference. The youth were vol rocolved at both osuuto aad laophud many youag people and adults la both North Carolina aad Wool Virginia. The masleal dioma |Kunaway| is bused on the book of Philemon hi which the runaway slave, Onesimns, Is intro duced to Panl who la in prison for preaching the Goodaews. Oneshnus la converted by making things ."right with the Lord and evary ana" thereby, becoming part of the FamHy of Gad. This musical production was made e, possible through the North CaroHaa Conference, the Board of Higher Educa tion (the Division of DUceaal Ministry! and the Board of Dfscipleehlp |tho Division of EMLC|. It waa and continues to ha an effort to display the talents of the Native Americans af Robeson County by sharing the Vosprl of Jesus Christ through muslr sad drama: thereby, ? ? _ "-* ?;? making young people aware ei tkeirh music as a ministry and peeelble vacation In the United Method).! Church and as effort la arouse Interest In the area el Dlaeenal Ministry. The Youth are new accepting Wakings in lead churches, youth actlvMee and or district events. For a banking please write Harold D. Jacobs, Director of Music, Prospect United Melhedhd Chur ch, Rl. 3 Bo* 196, Mazteo, NC 28364* call 919-521-2111. PooaMde data* we Jan. 13, I985t Fob. It, 1985; April 12, 1985; May 12, 19t5: Juno 9, 1985; Oat. 13, IMS; Nor. |t, I98S. Booking, for 1984 and part si 1985 arc IHh-d vr,v* i \ I Helen Maynor Scheirbeck Not First Choice of NAC1E for Indian Education post By Bruce Barton I It shims you how tar Indians front ^ Robeson County have come in their struggle lor self sufficiency. Recently the National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) met in Washington, D.C. to come up with a proposed candidate for the important post of Director of Indian Education, U.S. Department of Education. One of the candidates was Helen Maynor Scheirbeck. the daughter of the late and esteemed Lacy Maynor, and Mrs. Sallie Maynor of Pembroke. One of those doing the selecting was Bob Brewington, a local businessman, and chairman of the Republican Party in Robeson County. And a member of the National Advisory Council on Indian Education. But that confrontation in Washington. D.C. seems to be part of the problem confronting Indians of Robeson County and elsewhere too. Ms. Scheirbeck, one of the final three candidates from an original list of 16. was rebuffed in her effort to become head of Indian Education. Although she was in the final list of three considered by NACIE. she was not the first choice, according to sources close to the selection process. The first choice was Hakim Khan, a Pakastani native, and a naturalized American citizen and acting head of Indian Education. Brewington, when interviewed by this reporter, insisted that his remarks be off the record, and his request is honored. But other sources close to the selection process insist that Brewington did not support Ms. Scheirbeck in spite of the fact that both are Indians from Robeson County. Brewington presently lives in Pembroke, and Ms. Scheirbeck was reared in the same town where her mother and many relatives and friends still live. i JJnco't Wbit?. extftfrtHe ^facctot the National Advisory Council in Indian Education, confirmed in an interview via telephone that Ms. Scheirbeck was one of a final list of three submitted to Theo Bell, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, for his consideration. White noted too that "the candidates were ranked but I cannot disclose the ranking until Secretary Bell makes his decision." White also insisted that the selection process was conducted according to the Civil Service Senior Executive Personnel regulations. White also claimed that the balloting was done by secret ballot. Brewington was one of five members of the 15 member National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) who screened the applicants, and submitted a list of three to Secretary Bell to consider in making his final decision. Hakim Kahn was. as noted, reportedly the first choice of NACIE. Although obviously qualified, and ranking in the final three. Senator jesse Helnts did not intervene or recommend Ms. Scheirbcck for the post although Senator John Warner (R.. Va.). Senator Strom Thur man (R., S.C.) and others did. When queried, a Helms staffer. Bob Booth, down played the matter saying Senator Helms did not get in the matter at all, even though most of Ms. Scheirbeck's roots are in North Carolina. An observer called it "strange politics" by Senator Helms and chastised him severely for his disavowal of Ms. Scheirbcck. Ms. Scheirbeck. presently head of the Indian Division of the Save The Children Federation was on assignment working with the tribes in Arizona and New Mexico and unavailable for comment. Youth Places High in Modeling Competition Bradley Sherrill Harris Hollywood, California-Bradley Sherrill Harris, son of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Harris, Jr. of Pembroke, recently returned from a national rttodeling competition in Hollywood. California where he placed high in competition with other youth throughout the United States. He was accompanied by his mother on his exciting adventure. Bradley, an appealing five years old. placed in the top ten in the national competition, based on the modeling potential of the youngsters. The pageant, featuring categories for boys and girls, was held at the fabulous Sheraton-Universal in Hollywood. Calif. Bradley was seiecieu in paruvipaii: from his photo which was submitted as part of a promotion by People Magazine. H was chosen state winner. As state winner he received the trip and Accomodations to the national finals. Bradley represented the state of North Carolina. Master of ceremonies for the pageant was Barry Williams, star of "The Brady Bunch" and Ricky Schroeder of "Silver Spoons." Judges included Burt Reynolds and representatives from major model ing agencies. Contestants were judged in formal wear, sportswear and state costume-modeling. Sponsors for Bradely included James town Satellite Sales. Ted Parker Satellite Sales. Fleetwood Mobile Homes. Lumbee Regional Development Associ ation, Dixon's Warehouse of Mullins. SC. the Carolina Indian Voice, Paul Moore. Charity's Hairstying Salon. Ted's Lock and Key, Billy Ray (Dollar Bill) Oxendine. The Car Company. R.S.V.P. in Fayetteville, Debra and Greg Bryant. Lumbee Food Services. Harold Lock I ear. Pembroke Skateland. C.G.'s Busy Bee. T&S Service Company. Indian Firm Bypassed Pembroke-Some onlookers expressed consternmation but .the newly formed Indian firm of JacobsL Oxendine. Brooks and Associates was bypassed Monday night when the Pembroke Town Council mei and considered bids far adminis tering Pembroke's Community Devel opment Grant of $669,247 for the general Jones Street area. The firm of Talbcrt and Cox and Associates was chosen, even though their bid was considerably higher than one submitted by Jacobs. Oxendine and Brooks. Talbert and Cox submitted a bid of $97,430.00 (including $51,500.00 for planning and administration, and $46,430.00 for engineering services). rn ?EOPLE ?< PLACES AND THINGS I ST. JUDE'S BIKE A THON IN PEMBROKE About 200 people are expected to gather Saturday morning. Sept. IS at Pembroke Junior High School for the action and fun of the Bike-a-Thon fundraising event for St. Jude's Chil dren's Hospital. Local children, youths and adults will ride their bikes in the event which will start at 10 a.m. According to Mrs. Vera Lowry, Chairperson of tne event, the Jolly Jeepsters. a popular motorized clown show sponsored by the Shriners Lodge will be there to entertain the crowd. The bikers will follow a circular route of about 10 miles going from Pembroke Junior High to Deep Branch School and returning to Pembroke. There will be water stops and check points along the route. Small children will ride a circular route on the Pembroke Junior High School yard. Bike riders and sponsors participaing in the event are urged to collect donations prior to the event. Registra tion forms should be completed and submitted to the Registration booth at the event.Participants are urged to register earlv. The event will be supported by .the Pembroke Rescue Squad and the local law enforcement officials. Along with the bike-a-thon, a motor cade will be held going from Pembroke to Lumberton. N.C. FUND RAISING MONTH AT PEMBROKE RESCUE SQUAD The Pembroke Rescue Squad will be sponsoring the following activities from Sept. 2-30, 1984 in observance of ''Fund Raising Month." Sept. 8, 1984-Door-To-Door Collec tions. Saturday. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sept. 9. 1984-Car Collections, Sun day, 4-6 p.m. Sept. 15. 1984-Rescue Demonstra tion. Saturday. 7 p.m. Sept. 21. 22. 1984. Softball Tourna ment. Friday (7 p.m. until) and Saturday (9 a.m. until). Sept. 28. 1984-Appreciation Dinner, Friday. 7 p.m. POST SECONDARY OPPORTUNITY SESSION PLANNED South Robeson. Littlefield, Magno lia. Orrum. Parkton, Fairmont, Red Springs. St. Pauls High Schools ant Flora McDonald Academy will host a Post-Secondary Opportunity Session on Thursday. September 20, from 9 until 11 a.m. at PSU Auxiliary Gymnasium, Pembroke. NC. Representatives from more than 75 public and private, two-and four-year, colleges and universities will be available to speak with high school students and parents about the programs offered by, and requirements of. their institutions. Most North Carolina colleges, as well as many from out of state, will be in attendance. These representatives will have avail able a variety of brochures, applications and Financial aid information. This program is sponsored by the Carolinas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (CACRAO). and by the high school hosts, as a service to high school students and parents interested in post secondary education. The primary purpose of these sessions held across the state annually, is to allow students to explore a wide variety o! alternative sources of further education DR. LARRY SCHULTZ TO SPEAK TG VERY SPECIAL PEOPLE SI PPORTKRS Dr. Larry Schultz. assistant pr Lessor of education at PSU. will be th< guest speaker for a meeting of the Veiy Special People Supporters, a pareni support group which will meet at 3 p.m Sunday. Sept. 16 at the PSU Bapti Student Union (The House) across th< PSU Performing, /krts Center. Topic of his talk will be: Specia People's Self-Esteem: Working on Sell Concept Skills in the Home. Parents of the handicapped an particularly invited to attend this meet ihg. which is open to the public. The regular monthly meeting of thi group will be held immediately followiri; the talk and the question and answe session. Dr. SchulU is starting his seventh yea at PSU. He earned his B.S. at Bowtinj Green State University and buth hi M.A. and Ph. D. at the University o y.,,.,4, irltlii cMHiin nonna MAYORS PRAYER BREAKFAST Indian Heritage Week has been proclaimed for Sept. lb through 22. TWe Pembroke Jaycees/Jaycettes and Lum- ? bee Regional Development Association. Inc. will be sponsoring the annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. Sept. 16 at 7:30 a.m. Sunday at the Pembroke Jaycee CLub House. The guest speaker will be Rev. Ron Anderson, pastor of Berea Baptist Church. The public is cordially invited to attend. SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT PLANNED Project GAP (Northern R'beson County Community Pool Project Organi zation) will sponsor a softball tournament Sept. 14. 15, lb in St. Pauls. NC. Entry fee will be $85.00 per team. Furnish your own balls (Blue Dot or Dudley Thunder). Sixteen teams. Round Robin Tourna ment. For more information please call Dr. A.L. Bradford at 919-8b5-5170. Hot dogs, soft drinks and other refreshments will be available throughout the tourna ment. A double elimination horseshoe tournament will be held concurrently with the softball tournament on Saturday only. Trophies will be awarded in singles, doubles and ringers competi tion. Anyone interested in Finding out how good they are please call as noted above. I RUTH MARTIN TO SPEAK AT BEREA BAPTIST CHURCH Berea Baptist Church of Pembroke invites everyone to come to its fellowship hall on Saturday. Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. to hear professor I. Ruth Martin Ig&Hft jiu ..J word and display about mission workin Liberia. West Africa. Prof. Martin recently returned from a six week mission trip to Liberia. She was there as a guest of Missionaries. Lawrence and Alice Hardy. Lawrence is a former pastor of Berea Baptist Church. Ms. Martin has some exciting experi ences to share. Please come and hear of her adventures and bring a friend. PLATE SALE PLANNED A plate sale will be held Friday. Sept. 21 at the Pembroke Church of God beginning at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The proceeds will be used for helping on the i new fellowship hall which has already been started. The pastor of the Pembro ke Church of God is the Rev. C.C. Allen. Sr. COLLEGE YOUNG DEMOCRATS MEET AT PSU SEPT. 20 An introductory meeting of the College Young Democrats of Pembroke State University will be held at the PSU Baptist Student Union (The House) at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Sept. 20. This will be a joint meeting with the Robeson County Young Democrats Club. . The speaker will be Kelly Best, state president of the College Federation of Young Democrats. Helping to coordinate the arrange ments are Mike Mclntyre of Lumberton. chairman of the Seventh Congressional District of Young Demdcrats. and Rose Maqe Lowry of Pembroke, president of the Robeson County Young Democrats. Free refreshments will be served. YOUNG DEMOCRATS TO MEET The Robeson County Young Demo f crats will hold its monthly meeting Thursday. Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at "The House." > PSU's Baptist Student Union Building. "The House is located on the Red o- Springs Road across from PSU's Perfor ! ming Arts Center. ' The purpose of the meeting is to help t charter a YDC Cub on the campus of PSU. All good Democrats are invited. . INDIAN ! HERTOVOL WEEKIN NORTH i AJk'tiSA -^PT * I NM I "?" j." '. H -'aiBrrls

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