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Genealogical Society HoldstBlack History Program The Yadkin Count> Historical and Genealogical Society featured discussions on the 1960 Greensboro Sit-ins during its program to cele brate Black History on Tuesday. Feb. 15 at Acres Restaurant in Yad kinville. The speaker was Dr. James C. Johnson. Jr.. Associate Professor in the Sociology/Social Work Department A&T State University^ Johnson attended AA:T at the time that four of his fellow classmates v. ere refused service at the Wool worth's store Johnson is currently President of the February One Soci ety. Johnson expressed his apprecia tion tor having been invited to speak to the Yadkin County Historical Society to give a chronology of the Sn-wis that began on Feb. 1, I960 and turther to highlight the plans for the luture use. of the W'oolworth Building. Johnson observed that Yadkin County- had an integrated Historical Souet> with and African-American as president. Raphael Hauser. an employee at Wachovia Bank in Winston-Salem. Johnson urged those in attendance to "JUM envision if you can v, here ue uould be as a society if on February. 1. I960, wc -coord have celebrated, a common cause such as this. The Greensboro 1 _? Four and subsequently thousands of "otKers were arrested and pfoseCUied for sitting at a lunch counter order ing a ten cent slice of pie after hav ing spent their mone\ purchasing merchandise at other counters in the store. The fears were rampant that if Blacks and Whites v. ere patronized together. Christmas still comes on the 25th of December and the sun still rises in the East and sets in the West and we are all the beneficia ries1'. "A metamorphism has taken place right before our eyes over the long cold winter of 34 years. 1 have seen hatred and disdain replaced with reconciliation. I have seen rejection, disrespect and disregard replaced with cooperation and inter action. I have seen the same forces that incarcerated Blacks in 1960. name the street where marchers .paraded February One Place 30 years lat^r. I have seen bronze foot steps representing the Greensboro four carved into the pavement lead ing up to the Woolworth Building. I have seen just the past February One - permanent markers dedicated to the "Wirk to History" representing the history of African- Americans who have made great contributions to the city, state and nation. I wit nessed the same Woolworth store 1960, close its doors and now scheduled to be purchased by "Sit-in Movement. Inc." a non-profit orga ?waalioQ that, "'ill convert it into an International Civil Rights Museum. Raphael Hurley Hauser, President of the Yadkin County Historical and Genealogical Society , presents a copy of one of its Publications, "People of Color', the first book of its kind to be published in Xorth Carolina , to James C. Johnson , Jr., a Professor at A <SLT State University. Johnson spoke to the Society on the 1960 Sit-ins during the Society's Black His tory Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 15 at Acres Restaurant in Yad kinville. bookstore, and lunch counter that may just serve collard greens, yams, pigs feet and chitterlings. Of course that statement is made in jest, but it's to shou how change and progress is being made." The Yadkin County Historical jmdJQeacalo?4c^l-St>ciery^f^nt^cr Johnson a copy of one of its publi cations. "People of Color", the first book of its kind to be published in North Carolina. This Month's program. "Old Schools Houses of Yadkin County", will be held on Thursday. March 17. at Restaurant Thf spca^r will be Andrew Mackie. Chairperson of the Old School House Committee. Seminar to Address Crime in the Workplace to be Held If you think thai drugs, crime and violence_are confined to the streets, think again. Bach das . these trends converge in what some might consider a \er\ unlikely location ? the workplace? and are responsible for ever-increas ing losses to employers and employ ees. -To address these costh issues.' the Center for a Drug Free Work place is sponsoring "Drugs. . .Crime. . Violence. . .and the W ork place" on Friday. March 1 1. The Cen\vr for a Drug Free ; Workplace was created by a unique Z alliance between the Greater Win ston-Salem Chamber of Commerce. Sara Lee Corporation and The Crosby. The program offers busi nesses everything needed step-by step manual to drug testing services with guaranteed rates that are one third of the normal cost. George L. Sweat. . chief of police for the City of Winston Salem. and William T. Schat/man. ot the Federal Bureau of Investiga tion. will teach seminar participants how to reduce the financial and human costs associated w ith yjy lence. crime and substancc.'iabusferjri the workplace, issues be addressed include the profile of the typical embezzler, how to spot potential fraud, actions that can be taken to secure the workplace and the impact of substance abuse on crime and violence in the work place. The seminar, which is open to the public, will be held at the Saw tooth Center. 226 N. Marshall Street, from 8-9:30 a.m. Reserva tions for the event are required and can be obtained by contacting Paula Kelch af 777-3787. ext. 1207. The cost of the seminar is $10. The Greater Winston-Salem. Chamber of Commerce is a leading business organization in Winston Salem and Forsyth Counts, repre senting more than 1.700 area busi nesses that are committed to increase economic development in -the region. It works to promote a better business environment and offers ser vices to strengthen existing busi nesses. to encourage small business creation and growth and to promote the area as a destination- for conven tions and visitors. ?- American Legion Post 453 to Celebrate 75th Birthday From March 15-1 n the nation's largest veterans organization, the American Legion, marks "5 years ot dedicated service to God and countr\ Founded just after the close ot World War 1. The American J^egion has continued to- g row because ot the foresight ot genera tions ot leaders and the organiza tion's grass-roots toundation. The strength ot The American Legion lies at nearh lo.OOO local post^ .such as the L cfwre nee Joe Y American Legion Post ?453 in W'in ston-Salem. w here programs such as the Winston-Salem State L'niver children and youth programs meet a variety of community needs. "Throughput the 75 years. The American Legion has been making a difference tor veterans and the cit izens of this nation." Larry O. Wil son. commander of The Lawrence Joel American Legion Post **453 said. Wilson cited such Legion achievements as the establishment of the Y.A. Medial Centers; the pas sage of the G.l. Brlls in 1944; unheralded start-up funding for the American Heart Association and the Reyes. Syndrome Foundation; the continuing pursuit of medical treat ment for Vietnam veterans exposed to herbicides and those Desert Storm veterans with unexplained medical conditions. Legionnaires also know, about disaster response. The organiza tion's National Emergency Fund has been helping connect American Legion posts abound the nation with specific posts in the mid-west hit hard b> last summer's floods. Mem bers of The Lawrence Joel Ameri can legion Post #453 played a "key role in the effort by providing funds. It will be years before life returns to normal in the ' flood - stricken area, but Legionnaires are there toda\ helping others in even' wa\ possible, Pest ?45^ will mark th'c- 75th Birthda> of The American Legion \sith a dance on Saturday. March 12 at the Benton Convention Center from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Nelson MaT loy. member of the Board of Alder man \\i41 present a Proclamation calling, upon all citizens to observe March 15-17 as the 75th birthday of The American Legion. The dance is open to the public. Tickets may be purchased at the Lawrence Joel American Legion Post #453, 526 Waughtown Street, for $10 in Faye Wattletoh to Speak ?/ ? JL ? ? ? Have Wattleton. the president of Planned Parenthood of America ..troni to 1992. will speak al . Salem College at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday March 23. The speech, titled "The Furure of Women's Health." will he held in Hanes Auditorium ot the Salem Fine Arts Center. Admission is free. A dynamic leader. Wattleton played a major role in shaping the national debate over reproductive rights and the famih planning poli cies of governments worldwide. During her leadership of Planned Parenthood, she fought unprece dented attacks b\ anti-choice fac tions in the White House, the Supreme Court, the U.S. Congress and state legislatures that threatened women's and men in this country and de\ doping. nations. Wattleton'^ high visibility on the*c issues -cap tured the attention of the nation. During her tenure, she o\ersau the expansion of sen. ice for women and families: at the time of her depar ture. Planned Parenthood provided medical and educational services to four million Americans each year. Her expertise on issues involving children and families, civil rights, women's rights and health care have made her a celebrated lecturer whose views are sought b\ political leaders and educators around the world. She holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from Ohio State Univer sity and a master's degree in mater F aye Wattle ton nal and infant care, with certifica tion as a nurse-midwife, from Columbia University. Before becoming the national president of Planned Parenthood? she was the executive director of the Planned Parenthood affiliate in Dayton. Ohio. ! Recruiting Commander to Visit^Triad The commander of Army Recruiting in North Carolina will be in the Triad area iMarch 15-18. Lieutenant Colonel Douglas M. Boyd will be visiting the local ^recruiting station in Winston ;Salem, during which time he will also be available for interviews. Colonel Boyd says even though the Army is shrinking, there are still many opportunities for bright, young high school gradu ates. "The Army is a great place to learn a skill and earn money for col lege at the same time," Boyd said. "In fact, a qualified young man or woman can .receive up to $30,000 to continue his or her education." If you would like to know more about educational and career opportunities available for young Concert to Be Held The Salem ColJcge Commu nity Chorale and the NCSA Singers will perform Tuesday, March 22 at 8 p.m. in Hanes Auditorium of the Salem Fine Arts Center. The concert feature the music of Benjamin Britten's festival cantata Rejoice in the Lamb and r~ Leonard Bernstein's Chichester Psalms. Admission is free. The % concert will also feature Cristy Brown, mez^-soprano at the School of the Arts, who will perform Britten's A Charm of Lullabies. T Community News Deadline Monday 5 p.m. SALEM MORTGAGE We Feature Equity Loans for Homeowners with Past or Present Credit Problems, High Debt Ratios ALSO ?|)ebt Consolidations with Cash Back Available * Refinances ?Purchase Money For New & Existing Homes ?Construction Loans ?Pre Qualify By Phone CALL (919) 768-1996 or 1-800-849-1996 Real Women ~~ Aren't Afraid 0/ Mammograms _ I don't get it. Cancer specialists say the #1 reason women give for not having mammograms is fear ? ?ome on ... , What's to be afraid of ? It's a fast, simple, test that could save your life. And detecting breast cancer early can make treatment easier and more effective a mammogram Call for an appointment today 765-5303. rv Women's Center for Btrast Care An Affiliate of Caruhna M?licorp Inc 85 5 -A BelhtsJa RoaJ Winston-Salem, NC 27<oj A.M.E. ZION CHURCH LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE The I nsi I ,p?s< ojmI Distnet-of tht^Afnrart Methodist Kpiscopal Zion Church will sponsor -Hh second ?u wual I .eadership Tramfflg-rrtMttule; May lf> 20. 1994. ?\t Livingstone College in Salisbury. North Carolina. The institute is for clergy, churc h leaders. and lay persons. Reverend Seth O l^artey. pastor of Cioler Memorial A M F, Zion Church in -Winston SilenrFTthe (tTrc(Tof"1^Ts"ho pTCe ubcnX Speaks is the Presiding Prelate Classes will be conducted Monday through Friday' 8 00 AM 12:7)0 PM. 2 M) PM 5 30 PM. and 7 00 PM 9:00 PM Courses tit be offered include THE AMEZ CHURCH HISTORY DOCTRINE OF THE AMEZ CHURCH THE BISHOP S HOUR CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CHURCH MUSIC ?_ EQUIPPING THE MINISTERS SPOUSE CHRISTLAN EDUCATION BIBLICAL SOLUTIONS TO CONTEMPORARY ISSUES CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP EVANGELISM CHURCH ADMINISTRATION BECOMING A CHRISTIAN LEADER PREACHING CHRISTIAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRESS MANAGEMENT PASTORAL CARE HOW TO GROW THE SUNDAY SCHOOL MINISTERIAL ETHICS Interested persons may register by calling 910 924 9012 or by obtaining a registration torm from the office of Cioler Memorial at 630 North Patterson Avenue The church number is 910 724 941 1. The cost of registration is $92 00 for lay persons and $ lift ()0 for jrjergv '{"he deadline 'for registration is April lfi. 1994 On campus lodging will be available for $12 50 per night Off campus lodging will be available at Holiday Inn. Days Inn and Hampton tnn In Salisbury \ respervations mttM be made in the name of respective A M F. Z churches. REGISTRATION FORM: MAIL TO: LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE C/O 2W5 OLIVET CHURCH ROAD WINSTON-SALEM. N.C. 27106 name address telephone check status n Clergy church represented church address 3 Person method of payment- H check CT cash "1 money order payment included' H S92 00 CI S 1 1 6 00 WINSTON -S A LE M STATE UNIVERSITY prsrufs j Wednesday, March 23 8 p.m. K.R. Williams Auditorium Tickets: $K in advance $10 at the door For more inl'oi mat ion, call 7^0 VW A VVSSl Lyceum Series Event
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