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THE CAROLINA INDIAN VOICE Published each Thursday by First American Publications, Pembroke, NC VOLUME 26 NUMBER 10 . THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 1999 TWENTY-FIVE CENTS Through Native Eyes' premiers May 1st at UNC-P Garry Lewis Barton Two scenes from the film, "Through Native Eyes," were shot Friday, May 5th, at the Mac McLaurin (former Piglowski) farm on Oscar Fletcher Road near McColl, S.C.The final scenes were shot the following Sunday in Robeson County. The documentary film is based on the life of Henry Berry Lowry, a Tuscarora Indian warrior who, when provoked, defied local, state and federal authorities for a decade during and after the Civil War. Intended for educational and public-television use, and a project of the Department of Broadcasting/Cenema, Theatre at UNC-Greensboro, with assistance from UNC-Pembroke, the onehour long film will be distributed in the public schools and used during Native American Awareness Month. A copy will also be on file in the Library of Congress. 125 actors, primarily from the Robeson County area, with some from Greensboro and Wilmington, volunteered their time and talents to the project which is a Master Thesis for Van Coleman, the producer and a UNC-Greensboro faculty member, and Bernd Reinhardt, the cameraman. The title role of Henry Berry Lowry is played by Robert Locklear, Runner (spokesman) for the Tuscarora Indian Nation with headquarters in Robeson County. Locklear, an actor with more than 25 years experience, also played the title role in 'Strike at the Wind!', an outdoor drama based on the life of Henry Berry Lowry which ran for more than a decade in an amphitheatre located on the present site of the N.C. Cultural Indian Center in the Red Banks community. Playing Rhoda, the "prettiest girl in Scuffletown," is Mychalene Deese, a professional dancer'since 1985. Although this is her first movie, she says she always wanted to play Rhoda in 'Strike at the Wind!' but was always too young. When the Civil War erupts, most of the local white men from the Robeson County area are off fighting for the "Cause." A Home Gaurd detachment of local white mehwhodid not go off to fight was organized and charged with maintaining law and order. Because of their "Free Persons of Color" status, Robeson County Indians were precluded from carrying Firearms. When they attempted enlisting in the Confederate Army, they were drafted into slave labor camps at Ft. Fisher instead and forced to work alongside other dark-skinned slaves performing whatever menial labor was deemed necessary for the success of the "Cause." Instead of accepting such demeaning treatment, the Indian men hid out in the dense, junglelike swamps interspersed throughout Robeson County. The practice was known as "lying out." The Home Guard was also charged with tracking down the local Indian men and sending them to the pest-infested, disease-ridden labor camps. Henry Berry and the -Lowry Gang were the most popular band of "lying out" Indians. They were so popular, oral tradition has it that Jesse James from Missouri once told victims on a train he was Henry Berry Lowry and they were being robbed by the Lowry Gang. "Through Native Eyes" is an appropriate title because according to legend Henry Berry Lowry, at the age of 16, watched helplessly from behind bushes as the Home Guard forced his 70-something year old father Allen and 30-something year old brother William to dig their own graves before shooting and killing them. The pair were charged with being Yankee sympathizers. According to tradition, the young Tuscarora Indian vowed to kill every member of the Home Guard who participated in the murders, : One scene shot at the Mac McLaurin Farm depicts his wife Rhoda meeting Henry Berry down by a pond in order to bring him food and supplies to sustain him and his gang while hiding out. The notorious gang hid out in the swamps, only occasionally leaving their safety to raid a wealthy white plantation. Afterwards, they shared the booty Robin Hood style with local Indians who helped hide and protect them from authorities. Another scene shot that day depicts Lowery coming to a substantial white plantation to warn the ladies that their men need to be elsewhere at a particular time when the Lowry Gang comes to raid the plantation. "Through Native Eyes," narrated by popular Tuscarora entertainer Carnell Locklear, will premier May V, at 8 p.m., at UNCPembroke's Givens Performing Arts Center. "Through Native Eyes' Producer Van Coleman and Robert Locklear in lead role of Henry Berry Lowry. Members of the Lowry Gang prepare to raid the plantation in one scene from "Through Native Eyes," shot Friday, March 5th. 1 ?tt?????i ? ' Ladies of the plantation (in real life, the Mac McLaurin Farm) prepare to greet the Lowry Gang. Sfljffi'''; | ^ The scenes were shot at the Mac McLaurin (shown above) Farm. McLaurin appears in the film. Rep. Ron Sutton and Ronnie Hunt ? Lumbee River EMC attends Legislative Rally in Raleigh Lumbee River Electric Membership Corporation sent a delegation of 14 representatives to the legislative rally in Raleigh last month. Board members and key management of LREMC attended the rally and the reception following. Electric cooperatives throughout North Carolina were represented at the rally sponsored by North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation (NCEMC). Co-ops met with their legislative representatives in the House and the Senate to discuss major issues concerning electric cooperatives and their future. Lumbee River EMC met with Senator David Weinstein, Representative Ron Sutton. David Bonner, Doug Youngeand Mia Morris to gain support and sponsorship in the updating of Chapter 117. The North Carolina Association ofElcctricCoopcrativessceksanupdateofChaptcr 117 of the General Statutes of North Carolina to allowing EMC's to form, invest in. partner with, or own subsidiary or separate business engaging in activities outside the provision of electric service. Diversification of assets makes good business sense and helps respond to member's needs. EMC's have an obligation to'manage their utility prudently and competitively. Deregulation issues and the Study Commission's finds on the future of electric sen ice in North Carolina Also discussed were electric cooperative's support the Study Commission's approach to examining this complex and very important issue Lumbee Riser EMC is one of 27 electric cooperatives in North Carolina More than 1.7 million people in North Carolina receive their electric service from an Electric Membership Corporation. Our consumers, or member/ owners, live and work in more than 750.000 homes, farms and businesses across North Carolina. LREMC has over 40,000 members w ithin its 4-count> area of Cumberland. Hoke. Robeson and Scotland Counties. Photo Caption: LREMC's General Manager. Ronnie E. Hunt (R) presents a brief case to Rep Ron Sutton, as a thank you for his time and support Revival Planned Union Chapel Community Baptist Church Revival Service will be held at the Church on Sunday nightthru Wednesday night. Sunday Night Service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Monday - Wednesday Night Service at 7:30 p.m. Evangelist Earnest Best is the speaker each night. The public is welcome. Pastor is Jimmy Strickland In the A rmed Forces February 18. 1999 (FHTNC) Navy Chief Petty Officer Tommy R Locklcar. son of Thomas P and Roberta Locklcar of St Pauls. N.C.. recently reported for duty at Navy Recruiting District. Raleigh. N.C. The 1977 graduate of Magnolia High School of Lumbcrton. N.C. joined the Navy in February 1986. Commissioner Noah Woods to sponsor public forum Robeson County Commissioner for District 4, Mr. Noah Woods,-will be hold a Public Forum in Robeson County Commissioner District 4 at the following location: Maxton, March 16,1999 - 7:00 p.m., Maxton District Court Room. 123 South Florence Street, Maxton. NC. The purpose of the Public Forum is to receive comments, input, and to answer questions from constituents regarding matters of interest to citizens of Robeson County . Commissioner Noali Woods welcomes your attendance. Prospect Precinct meeting to be held Prospect Precinct will meet Thursday. March 18, 1999 instead of the 11th due to a scheduling conflict. Mike Flanagan. Chairman Time: 7:30 PM. Prospect School Library. The Healing Force Performs in Pembroke & Red Springs. North Carolina performing artists The Healing Force will perform at ST. James AME Zion Church (in Red Springs) at 7:00 PM. Monday, March 22. and at the Baptist Student House (UNC Pembroke) at 6:30 PM, Tuesday. March 23. Admission to these performances arc free and the public is invited Founded in 1975 by Joseph an Gail Anderson, who acted with the African Folkloric Troupe and studied with the National Black Theater of New York. The Healing Force began full-time professional work in 1990. Since then they have traveled and performed throughout the country. The Winston-Salem based group will perform a program featuring singing and music. story telling, and lots of audience participation. According to the Baptist Student House minister Ron Sanders. "The public can expect a lively, cntertainingand inspiringproduction for the entire family." In addition to these community performances, thegroupwili also conduct school residencies at Pctersei Elementary and Red Springs Middle 'Schools Red Springs Arts Counci President. John Bowman, notes tha The Healing Force's school program: are designed to encourage positive behavior, creative opportunities ant enrich the school curriculum." For additional information, cal 521-8777 or 843-2427. Marri Elizabeth Brooks Local Resident Awarded Benjamin Rush Scholarship From Dickinson College Carlisle, Pa. ? Local resident, Marri Elizabeth Brooks, was recentlyawarded a Benjamin Rush Scholarship from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa. A student at Purnell Swctt High. Marri is the daughter of Rev. E. Ray and Sue Brooks of Pembroke, N.C. Named to honoroneofthc founders of Dickinson, Benjamin Rush Scholarships are awarded to sonic of the most highly qualified candidates for 1 admission to the college's freshman class. Admission candidates designated as Rush Scholars may receive up to $5,000 in addition to regular Dickinson grants. This award is guar| antccd for each ofthc fouryears ofan j undergraduate's career, as long as the student demonstrates satisfactory aca1 dcmic progress. 3 Founded in 1775 and one of the 1 nation's 15 colonial colleges. Dickinson is an independent, undcr1 graduatclibcral artsinstitution located ? in south central Pennsylvania. Nationallyrccogni/.cdfor thchigh quality of academic offerings, Dickinson focuses on providing innovative and interactive instruction. Professors consider teaching their most important job and dedicate their energies to enhancing the learning experience. Low student-faculty ratio (12:1) and intimate class sizes (17 students on average) allows students and professors to develop educational partnerships that lead to collaborative research, enlightening internships and meaningful classroom experiences. Through the broad liberal arts curriculum at Dickinson, students explore a wide range of academic interests as they develop into critical thinkers and skilled communicators. Dickinson students graduate with the competency and confidence to excel in graduate and professional schools or in careers in the fields of their choice ^ Photographs by Vinita Maynor-Clark A souvenir booklet of the his- t toricalmakingofthismoviewillbe ' ready at the time of premiere for sale. Photographs forthe book were taken by Vinita Maynor-Clark a castmember in the movie and a journalist forTheCarolina Indian Voice. J Special Olympics Robeson County Spring Games Wednesday. March 31, 1999 UNC-Pcmbroke. Track and Field, motor activities, tennis, bocce and softball teams 9:45 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Betty Strickland Former Resident Receives Honor Betty Strickland, a former resident pf the area, was Crowned Sweetheart Princess at the Annual Mardis Gras Celebration. Biloxi. Mississippi Betty is the daughter of Michael and Sally Hunt Strickland and has local tics to the area. She is the granddaughter of Sylvester Hunt of Maxton and Dennis and Jean Strickland also of Maxton Betty is a third grader at Duakatc Elementary in Biloxi. Celebration wasFebruary 16.1999 Revival Planned Revival services will be held at New Bethel Holiness Methodist Church March 21-26. Sunday night services will begin at 7 p.m. and week nightsscrviccswillbcginat7:30 p.m. The church is located on lona Church Road between Rowland and Fai rmon t Special music ill beprovided nightly, Evangelists will be the Rev. Bishop Willie Scott Jr.. presiding Bishop of the Lumber River Holiness Methodist Conference and the Rev. Bill James Ldcklcar. pastor of Prospect United Methodist Church. 4 #
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