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Tczrf Cong <s/? oCr eion ^xat/1 IjS, 5b?. ^/?a ?j(mut, <P?<U cAa iiouki Cimitx I Nearly everyone has heard of the mythical Bigfoot, or Sasquatch as he is sometimes called. But how many people know that this legendary gi ant creature of die wild comes to us from traditional cultures? In fact, traditional cultures around the world, from Africa to Asia to Europe to the Americas, have described such a crea ture since ancient times. The word Sasquatch probably comes from the Salishan Indian word sesqac. Among some Salishan speaking people of the Northwest, sesqac is a big hairy creature who causes unexpected things to happen and sometimes steals people. The Yurokcall himoaah. TheTsimshian call him dzMMkwa. Some people think that die Algonquin's windigu is also closely related to Sasquatch. More often than not, Sasquatch in North Amencaisdescnbedasa north ern phenomenon, especially in the Pacific Northwest, the Great Lakes region, and Northern Canada. But there are also southern accounts of the story. Here is one version of a legend that comes from the Chickasaw Nation, about Lofa: One time some Chickasaw men were out hunting. These were men of the Wildcat Clan so they woe very brave and good hunters. The way they hunted was to divide up and search all over an area of the forest, being careful to stay just close enough to each other so that they could communicate by shouting. One of the men somehow got off track, and went too for away from the others to reach them by shouting, so he decided to take a break for a while. While resting he heard some thing big coming through the forest. It was Lofa, who was big and hairy and smelled terrible. Lofa tired to chase the hunter away by threaten ing him, but the Wildcat man was too proud to let Lofa know that he was frightened. So Lofa seized the man, and they wrestled. But Lola's smell was so bad that the man be came weak, and Lofa finally tied the man to a tree with grapevines. For some reason Lofa left the man unattended all night, and the other Wildcat hunters came search ing for their kinsman and released him. At first the man could not tell them what had happened, and they thought perhaps he had seen a ghost. After a while he regained his voice, and told them about his encounter with Lofa. From then on, the man would never go hunting without someone else by his side. There are several logical expla nations for the countless reports of Sasquatch-like creatures, but no ex planation causes people who believe such things exist to change their minds. These "big" people are like "little" people (i.e. leprechauns,etc.) either you see them or you dont. For more information, visit the Native American Resource Center in Old Main Building, on the campus of Pembroke State University. Pembroke Kiwanis Report I OC ' ?' ?- > "T t ' ' * ?? m r Program Chairman Mark Locklear presented Mr. Phil Sessoms, Head Counselor for the Robeson County Juvenile Restitution program. The weekly meeting was held at the Town ' and Country Restaurant on Tuesday evening. The Robeson Restitution is a project of District Court 16-B Juvenile Services Division. It is a rehabilitative court, designed to set young offenders back on the right track. Juvenile offenders, ages 10 to 16 are ordered to make restitution in the Rum of community service or monetary restitution to their vic tims. Money earnings go directly to the Clerk of Court. Through Robe son Restitution juveniles learn valu able lessons about accountability, responsibility, cooperation and woik ethics. "How you can help?' By letting them know of any service projects the program can use. For making amends, the youth are available for yard work, highway clean up and many other ethical jobs. Phil Sessoms has been a police of ficer for 15 years and is terrifically dedicated to this rehabilitation work. Grady Hunt reported on the Safe Hunting Clinic held last week at the Cultural Center. It was great. Mitch Lowry presentedthe plaque "In memory of Kiwanians who were faithful to the last." The names of departed members will be inscribed on it. Presiding-Mitch Lowry; Invoca tion-Albert Hunt; Singing-Ed Teets; Program- Mark Locklear; Reporter | Ken Johnson. New Reader helps bridge educational gap by Connee Brayboy 1992 has been designated by die President of the United States as the Year of the Native American. This designation is ironic in many ways. For the Native American it seems to be too little too late. And in some instances, it could be deemed as an afterthought. Whatever the reaction or the reason for it, the American celebration of the erroneous discovery of America by Columbus has resulted in a heightened awareness of the Native American. As we examine issues that affect the lives of Native American, much has been written about the negligence of the recorders of history to accurately report the historic contributions of the Native American. The record of contributions as well as the recording of where Columbus actually was, and . mote importantly where the "Indians" where while he was struggling down in the Bahamas has been falsely preserved in the history books. This misleading historical documentation has resulted in the stereotypical "heathens" (Indians) and much misconception about the real significance, . importance of the Native American population. The effect has been that ' many people to do not know that the Native American population is alive and well and has survived successfully for over S00 years. In any event, the heightening of awareness and interest has resulted in a few attempts by both Indians and non-Indians to correct the history books, and to record some of the facts as they were and not as non on participants wished they were. Recently we came upon a copy of Along the Trail by Dr. Stanley Knick, curator of the Pembroke State University's Native American Resource Center. The spiral-bound reader is intended to be used for supplemental teaching of Social Studies in the public school system. After reading the booklet in its entirety, it is a welcome addition to the far too little that has been factually written about Native Americans. The reader includes easy reading and'eislfytihdircio^ writing onthkprehiatofy, hisiirf, culture and contemporary issues of present-day Native Americans. It,inclufles a glossary of terms used to describe the environment and time fiame of the writings, While the writing is on the elementary level, the reader could easily be adapted to the high school social studies curriculum. The need for additional historical documentation on Native American has been demon strated time and time again and Along the trail helps provide some needed information. Along the Trail is a small step toward addressing one of the issues that ? have come to the attention of Native and non-Native Americans. It is called the sharing of knowledge and knowledge should always lead to an appreciation and respect for life styles that are unknown to us. Many misconceptions about Native Americans, their culture and religion has ? been brought about because of a lack of knowledge. This reader will help to bridge that gap. f Along the Trail may be purchased at the Native American Resource Center on the campus of Pembroke State University. Reflections : by Alta Nye Oxendine NINTY-FIVE AND A HALF Only one of my grandparents was still living when I was born. In the summer of 1934, when I was nearly ? 7, Mother and I rode to California ' with two of her brothers to visit their mother in Sacramento. Grandma Redfield died three years later at the age of 70, only a few days away from her July 22nd birthday. This year, on July 23rd, Mother reached the 95 and 1/2 year mark. Our family are all thankful that her health is still basically very good and that she is able to get around better than many in their 70s and 80s. Engagement Announced Mr & Mrs. William N. Han way of -"flavidaooville, Maryland have an nounced the engagement of her daughter, Kecia Lynn Ross, to Den ma Owen Kane, son of Eugene I. Kane and the late Loretto Jane Kane of Potomac, Maryland. Miss Ross, a graduate of the University of Dela ware, is Director of Employee Ben efits for Benicor Associates in Calverton, Maryland. She is also the daughter of Edwin G. Ross of Rocky Mount, N.C., and the granddaughter of Mrs. T.B. Brayboy of Pembroke, and Mrs. Lester G. Ross of Charlotte Mr. Kane, a graduate ofTowson State University, is Project Manager for the Leapley Company in Washing ton, D.C. The couple will many in early October in Kensington, Mary land. ? The Coach's Corner BY KEN JOHNSON The Pennant Race Oakland's trading Jose Canseco with the final pennate race coming up is just not "cricket." After ten years and their 6 1/2 game lead over Minnesota you would think they would have more appreciation for a real All-Star. The impact can boo merang and cause Oakland to loose their 61/2 game lead in the Western Division. We'll wait and see. The four new players are good but the adjustment will weaken Oakland. Toronto is 1 1/2 games over Balti more but they have a great one in Winfield. So they may hold their lead but still have to lay Baltimore in the playoffs. So it's still a toss up for the Eastern Division. I Carolina Indian Voice I Newspaper is Published I Every Thursday Morning By I First American Publications | 304 Normal Street - College Plaxa P.O. Box 1075 Pembroke, North Carolina 28372 (919)521 -2826 I EDITOR Connee Brayboy OrriCK MANAGER And Many Friends A Volunteers I SUBSCRIPTIONS 1 YearlnttC $12.00 1 YearOutOfN.C $15.00 Ptewe Enquire For Advertising Rata 2nd dact Pactage Paid at Pembroke Post Office Sa?j Vou Read I* In The Carolina Indian Voice A new birth Ms. Vivian Locklear announces the of her granddaughter born to her daughter, Maria K. Locklear. Alexis Vivian was born August 7,1992, She weighed six pounds, thirteen ounces. She has two brothers, Jason, age 10, and Corey, age 8. Ms. Vivian Locklear is very proud of her name sake. Mitchell family reunion The Mitchell family reunion will be held on Saturday, September 26 at the old fair grounds in the West Build ing from 11 am. until 4 pm Each family is asked to bring a coveted dish and beverage. Questions may be directed to Shelby Dial at 919-521 422-3010 or Dovie Freeman at 738 8767. 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