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THE Roanoke Beacon Washington County News I PUBLISHED tVKK\ THURSDAY j In Plymouth. " niton County. North Carolina The Roanoke Beacon is Wash- j in g ton County’s on.' newspaper It was esr.tWished in 188s . msoli dated with the Washington County! News in 1920 ... w. I he Sun in 1937.__ Subscription Rates Payable in Advance) One year_ $1.50 Six month - .75 \ Advertising Rates Pu nished Upon Request Entered as second-i .ass matter at the post office in Plymouth, N. C.. under the act of Congress of March 3. 1879. Thursday. March 21, 1940 An Easter Message (Ed. Note: -The following article entitled, i Believe in the Church,' was prepared by Rev. O. X. Hardwick, pastor of the Plymouth Methodist Church:) and The church stands forever as a symbol of the spiritual in a physical world, a reminder that life is more than meat, drink and shelter. It an swers the question eternally in the heart of man. What is the good life?" The church teaches the perfection of which Jesus spoke, vet it receives me with all my faults, not demanding that I become perfect before becom ing a member. In fact, one branch of the church began with eight or ten persons who were not satisfied with their Christian experience. The church proposes to make me a bet ter person, helping me b\ showing me my faults and sin-, and inspiring in me the courage >■ live differently The church has rigid standards, con stantly challenging to a better way of life, seeking to make people who are unkind, unforgiving, anti-social into peaceful, loving citizens through leading them into an experience with God, and guiding them in the Chris tian way. 1 may fail to live up to its teachings, or refuse to be guided by its noble principles, but such action does not do away with its essential purpose or its high standards The church is both a fellowship and a creator of fellowship. It furn ishes me with association with the finest persons in the comunity. offer ing ever new oportunities for friend ship and social contacts. It has something vital to say in re gard to ..ue-iions about life and death. T< . nt who has tailed, it stands along with Jesus in saying, I am the \va\ of life, Go, and sin no more' do one who stands he Iside a:: >per grave, it sa>s. "In My I Father'.- in-use art many mansions." I point mu .mother life more glorious ! than this one I’he church has founded schools, calk ges, orphanages, hospitals, homes for the ago! It has inspired persons to eater t ., . kind of humanitarian service. Such an institution is worthy of my -of your support. Go to the church of your choice. - hut go to Church. —-*■ Good Government Up To the People I he government of any people will | be no better than the government that the people demand. The political principles of men in office will he nr) better than the principles i the people who put them in office. The way to have good government in the l'nited States is to have good citizens, intelligent voters and hon est men and women. Children Should Be Taught Safety Rules North Carolina apparently is mak ing little or no progress in the very necessary matter of educating school |age children to walk, play, skate, and j ride, bicycles safely, judging from a survey just complete) by the High way Safety Division. A study of dedestrian fatalities in the State from 19.35 through 1939j shows that the percentage of school age children killed on the streets and highways showed no decline during the five-year period. The total number of pedestrians killed from 1935 through 1939 was 1.780. of which 481, or 27 per cent, were under 15 years of age. Of the 38 1 pedestrian fatalities in North Carolina last year, 93, or 28 per cent, were under 15 years of age. This clearly points to the need for the teaching of safety in the schools, says Ronald Hocutt, Direc tor of the Highway Safety Division. The schools play a very large part in the forming of childrens' habits, [and the schools are the proper place| BIGGEST 1EWS OF THE TEAR FOB REFRIGERATOR BUYERS Sweeping Reductions In General Electric Prices for 1940! Never Before Could You Buy Such A Big G-E — With So Many Conveniences—At so low a price! See The New 1940 G-E Models Today. Take Advantage of Present Prices Before It’s Too Late! You really can't afiord to put up with an inadequate, inconvenient or expensive-to-operate refrigera tor another day. For now with the very smallest of investments you can own a big, brand new 1940 G-E. And when you choose a General Electric you know you have a refrigerator that is not onlv thrifty to use, but one that will serve vou faithfully for years to come. Ask Your Neighbor! A dozen G-F models—up to 16 cu. ft. in size. The Deluxe G-E models have CONDITIONED AIR! 1 A BEAUTY AND A BARGAIN! • 6.2 cu. ft. storage space • 11.7 sq. ft. shelf area • 8 lbs. of ice — 80 cubes • All-Steel cabinet, porce lain interior • Stainless Steel Super Freezer • Seaied-in-Steel G-E Thrift Unit —world-famous for quiet operation, low cur rent cost and enduring economy. Norman Furniture Co. New and Used Furniture Water and Washington Streets BICYCLISTS AND ACCIDENTS Bv RONALD HOCUTT North Carolina Highway Safety Division I J Ronald Hocutt, Director of the North Carolina Highway Safety Division, reported re cently that .77 bicyclists were killed and -'15 were injured in this state last year. "The bicyclists were at fault in a majority of these acci dent*.'' Hocutt said. “A per son riding a bicycle is too often inclined to feel that he has the right-of-way over all other traf fic and that drivers of motor ve V hides are supposed to look out for him. “This division urge' upon bi cyclists the importance of giv ing proper hand signals, riding on the right side of the street, keeping near the curb or shoul der, and especially refraining from cutting across the street or highway unexpectedly. We. also, urge motorists to watch out for bicyclists and be pre pared for any unexpected move that they may make." J to teach -a:: habits of walking and [playing. And this —the teaching of safety in the -chools—ultimately will he the most effective means of reduc ing accidents injuries, and fatalities on our streets and highways. A few schorls in the State are teaching safe ty. but what is needed is the inclus ion of safety education in the curri culum of all State-supported schools." .* Buying Turkish Friendship With American Tobacco Hertford County Herald The British have decided that bul lets are more essential to them in winning the ir war than cigarettes— at least cigarettes that are to be made from tobacco that must be brought from a nation determined to be neu tral in Europe's war. They will buy no tobacco from America, they say. It might be blown up in crossing the seas infested with German subma rines. Furthermore, the hardheaded British declare that they must re serve the money and credits they have in the l nited Mates to buy am munition. airplanes and guns, and give their business in tobacco to Turkey and other friendly nations near at home who in return for this business might be induced to give England other war aid. All of this may help England win her war but it is not going to help the N'orth Carolina tobacco grower. On the contrary, it is a serious blow to his established economy. It has brought the war into his own back yard almost as effectively as if the English had dropped bombs from their airships and destroyed one-third of his tobacco crop and barns, for it has at one stroke effaced one-third of his market and cut him off from his chief source of income. It is a stun ning blow, too because it was not ex pected from the nation for which the United States repealed its arms em bargo in order that England and her allies might buy here the supplies with which to protect themselves and win their battles The English, of course, have a right to buy their tobaco any place they see tit, but the North Carolina farm er is not accustomed to the sort of one-sided friendship displayed in this case. The English can not expect that the ties of friendship and sym pathy will be strengthened by the sort of double-dealing that seeks fa vors in America hut bestows them upon Turkey and other nations at the expense of the American farmer. congressmen warren, iveer. r un ify and others of the North Carolina delegation in Congress have already spoken sharply against the English action, and have taken the subject directly to the State Department and to President Roosevelt, asking that the full weight of official protest of the government be thrown against this arbitrary discrimination against American tobacco by England. It is a serious situation for the to bacco farmer and of England persists in this attitude toward imports of American farm products it is likely to put a severe strain on the heretofore friendly attitude that the American public has maintained toward Eng land’s war objectives. It is possible that it may cost England a friendship more valuable than any advantages she may gain from buying Turkish friendship with the \merican farmer’s tobacco trade. Rambling ...About By THE RAMBLER Tl'.e meters and rythm in this ilttle poem may bo larking but it carries a lot of thought of the cares of the young girl for a home when the mother is ill It came from Miss Marginctte Furlaugh, of Roper, and she has dedicated it to Dr Claudius McGowan here I wash the dishes, pots and pans. Hurrying, as fast as I can; Already have the dinner cooked. The cleaning chores next are booked. Gently, but clearly, down the hall. Cotn-’s my mother's weakened call: The baby cries in another room, As I swiftly wield a broom Every one. it seems, is sick. A city gent, or a country hick, As they get quiet, here comes Doc, His mind is like an adjusted clock Mother first; the thermometer's true. "Fever," says Doc. "One hundred two” "Give her these pills three times a day, "Follow directions, as I say." Sister next, she weakly .smiles, “She'll be alright in a little while.” Baby stares when offered candy. As a bribe it comes in handy. “Keep her quiet as you can.” he said, “Plenty of milk and a nice warm bed. Brother coughs a little too. ‘‘Yes," says the doc, “you have the flu.” Another patient, then I sigh. "Mustn't do that, it’s heads too high." Sister calls “coffee, please!" But Doc advises juices and teas Sipping the tea from a cup. She whines. "I want to get up." “Sorry, Sister, tomorrow, perhaps" As the doctor wets the lips that chap. It's almost dusk blessed night. I've been working since crack o' light; Awake at night, not very much rest. Bless old Doc. because he knows best. /Is It Should Be Done— For the ultimate in nonconformist reporting, the palm goes to a writer in an unnamed Waterboro, S. C., pa per. as reprinted in the Columbus County News column of Lem Wine sett. formerly of Plymouth. Becoming fed up with the lack of attention paid to the bridegroom at weddings, the South Carolina writer decided to give the man a "break.” with the following result: "Mr. Phil Bert, son of Mr and Mrs. Brazil Nut, of Nuttlngham. became the bridegroom of Miss Equal Rights at high noon today. Tire ceremony took place at the home of the groom's parents and was largely attended. "Mr. Nut was attended by Mr Pe can as groomsman. As the groom ap proached the alter, he was the cyno sure of all eyes. Blushing prettily he replied to the questions of the clergy man in low tones but firm. He was charmingly clad in a three piece suit consisting of coat, vest, and pants. The coat of some dark material was drapped about the shoulders and tastefully gathered under the arms. A pretty story was current among tiie wedding guests that the coat was the same worn by his father and grand father on their wedding days. Mr. Nut neither affirms nor denies the truth of this sentimental touch. Tire vest was sleeveless and met in the front. It was gracefully fashioned with pockets and in the back, held together with strap and buckle. Con spicuous on the front of the vest was the groom's favorite piece of jewelry, an Odd fellow's pin and from the up per left pocket was suspended a large Ingersol watch, the gift of the bride to the groom, which Hashed and gave the needed touch of brilliance to a costume oi perieci taste anu Har mony. The groom's pants were of some dark worsted material and were suspended from the waist, falling in a straight line almost to the floor. The severe simplicity of the garment was relieved by the right pantlet which was caught up about four inches by a Boston-Brighton worn underneath revealing just the artistic glimpse of brown holeproof above the genuine leather shoe, laced with strings of the same color. The effect was rather chic. Beneath the vest the groom wore blue galluses, attached fore and aft to the pants and passing in a grace ful curve over each shoulder. This pretty and useful part of the costume would have passed unnoticed had not the groom muffed the ring when the groomsman passed it to him. When he stooped over to recover the errant circle the Cerulen hue of the gal luses was prettily revealed. "His neck was encircled with a col lar characterized by a delicate saw edge and around the collar a cravat was loosely knotted so that it rode up under his left ear with that sudied carelessness which marks supreme artistry in dress. "Mr. Pecan's costume was essen tially like the groom's and as the two stood at the alter, a hush of ad miration envolved the audience at the complete and wonderful harmony of raiment. Actually, you could hard ly have told one from the other had it not been for a patch of court-plas ter worn by the groom over a nick in Quantities Which Should Be Canned Thirty-two quarts of vegetables and 24 quarts of fruits should be canned for each member of the family, says | Miss Mary E Thomas nutritionist of the State College Extension Service. She also recommends 10 quarts of canned meats, 10 pounds of dried ve getables, two quarts each of preserves and jam. and one quart each of jelly, kraut, pickle and relish for each per person on the farm. "Canning is the simplest and most satisfactory way of maintaining the year-round health of the rural fam ily. and is essential in the economical balancing of the food budget," MLss Thomas declared. The nutritionist listed the follow ing vegetables, and quantities of each, as a desibarble canning budget: As paragus. 1 quart; string beans, 5 quarts: lima beans, 1 quart; beets, 2 quarts: carrots, 1 quart; corn, 1 quart; soup mixture, 6 quarts; olcra, 1 quart; garden peas, 2 quarts; and to matoes, 12 quarts. Fruits, and the quantities to be canned for eacli person, are: apples, 3 quarts; blackberries. 3 quarts; dew berries, 2 quarts: huckleberries, 2 quarts; cherries, 1 quart; grapes, 2 quarts; peaches, 4 quarts: pears, 4 quarts; plums, 2 quarts; and fruit juices, 1 quart. “If all of (he varieties of fruits and vegetables are not available, can more of those that are available." Miss Thomas declared, "To determine the family canning budget, multiply the requirements for each person by the number of persons in the family.” his chin made by his safety razor. “Neither Mr. Nutt or Mr. Pecan wore a hat at the ceremony. "As the former Miss Rights led her groom from the nuptials, it was noticed that she wore the convential veil and orange blossoms." IN MEMORIAM S. B. PHELPS In memory of S. B. Phelps, who died March 24. 1939. Daddy, thou has left us. But your memory Ungers on; And some day we hope to meet you Around God's white throne. The old home is so vacant, For your smiling face is not there Everything seems so much like you. Even your old rocking chair. Some day we shall meet him. And our hearts with joy shall fill. If we will trust the Master, 1 And do His blessed will. I FAMILY. STflnDS FOR ERSE & EKCEUERT EfITinC... EFFICIEI1CV & ELECTRICITV "That new neighbor of yours must know some kind of special magic, Eve." "I thought so, foo—when I saw how much leisure time she enjoys. But it's not magic." "You see, Mary, she has one of the new automatic Electric Ranges." “1 still say it's magic. Or else her husband cooks tbe meals. She's out "most every afternoon!” . .~rr rrmiMM "Her husband's always boasting about her cooking, Eve but she never has that just-out-of-the-kitchen look. "Maybe we’re missing something, Mary. I m 9°<nS took into this electric cookery business. . * "So am I. If cooking can be that easy the modern Elec tric way—that's the only way for me. “But I wonder if our budget will allow it. Tom's doing all right, but we're not millionaires. "Neither are our neighbors. Haven’t yoO heard Elec tric Cookery is inexpensive!" "Then what are we waiting for? t* bet we could buy an Electric Range on easy term$r THE LADY'S right. "E" stands for Electricity-Efficiency Ease-Excellent Eating-and Easy Terms! Cook the Electric way and spend less time in your kitchen! Know the satisfaction of precision like results day in and day out! En joy better food with less effort! See your dealer now for the Elec tric Range that fits your needs, on the terms that fit your budget! $oc ipouA, d&at&h*, oh* uiRGinm electric Rno poujer compfln?
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