THREATENING BLAZE ?? Fanned by strong winds, a forest fire which spread over a large area between Antioch and Dundarrach Sunday at one point threatened a nearby development. Shown here is the H.E. Stanford home with shrubbery in the foreground blackened to cinder. [Photo by Rob Shook\ South Hoke School Announces 'Assembly Day' Activities The South Hoke School Bicen tennial Committee announces the first in a series of activities to celebrate the American Bicenten nial. Assembly Day will be on April 15 and will include programs given by each grade level. Second grade will present "Famous Americans", Third grade will present "Amer ican Symbolism", and the Fourth grade will present "The American Review". The public is cordially invited to attend Assembly Day with pro grams at 9:00 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. on Thursday April 15. Community Calendar Monday, April 19 ? Woman's Club at 7:45 P.M. at the Civic Center. Wednesday, April 21 ? Retired Teacher's meeting at 10:30 A.M. at the Methodist Church. Civic League Gathered Apr. 6 The Hoke County Civic Leagui met Tuesday April 6, at Roekfisl Grove Baptist Church at 7:30, it! first meeting at Rockfish Church In loving memory of Alton Engene McGlrt By hit Mother Mary McGlrt Smith Eugene would have been 22 years old the 15th of April, but our Heavenly Father called him home October 23rd 1975. He was such a good boy. he brought laughter and joy where ever he went. He served his country three years in the Navy with honor. He loved his home town of Raeford and the people in it more than any one I know. Now 1 feel that he is serving God and fulfilling a mission that he was called to do. We, his family were so saddened at his sudden death. We have so many blessed memories of this boy and his love for us. As his Mother. I'd like to say on his birthday, thank you God for this son that we had for 21 yearS' ADV. Prior to opening the meeting, the ministers met for 30 minutes while prayer service was in session. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. M.H. Williams presiding. Attending was a group of approximately 100 citizens Topics of concern were beautifi cation of the county, the annual banquet, and political matters. Banquet tickets are now available. Refreshments were served by Rock fish cafeteria staff. The next meeting will convene at Mount Sinai Holiness Church on May 4 at 7:30 p.m. near Robbins Heights. Plate Sale Friday The Church of God on Green St. will be serving chicken and dump ling plates beginning at 11A.M. Friday. Plates include green beans, potatoe salad, hushpuppies and your drink for $2.50. The church invites everyone to comeout and eat. Second Baptist Church HOMECOMING Sunday, April 18. Dinner Served Public Is Cordially Invited Western Auto Announces JERRY LEWIS FULL TIME SERVICE REPAIR TO ALL MAKES AND MODEL APPLIANCES TEL. 875-2061 Day 8754179 Night If your cor seems a little sluggish, idles rough, or is hard to start, you could be wasting gasoline. See Les at Irion's Texaco for o professional tune-up or other services such as brake work, carburator repair, starter repair, custom exhaust systems and welding. We olso offer Texoco Marfax service, and we have a full line of Texaco accessories. Our motto "Quality Work at Reasonable Pricei" Irion's Texaco *41 W. PtOSPKT AVI. 175-4071 HOKE COUNTY REPUBLICAN CONVENTION Friday, April 23,1976 Hoke County Courthouse 7:30 P.M. J. H. Blue, Jr. Chairman FOR SALE: GREENHOUSE, 8 x 12 fiberglass and steel, with gas heat and ventilating fan and thermostat for each already wired with light and accessory plug. Nothing else to buy. Easily movable. $750. To see in operation call Paul Dickson, 875-3542 in Raeford. FOR SALE: 72 Olds Delta 88. 4 dr. HT, air cond., AM/FM, new radials, clean, $1895. Phone 875 3708. 50P HOUSE FOR SALE: 3 br, 1 '/a baths, Lr, large den, carpeted, central air & heat, range, fence, 1506 sq. ft. 875-5571. TFC FOR SALE: German Shepherd puppy, female, $30, 8 weeks old. Lafayette Woods Mobile Home Park, Lot 21. 50C FOR SALE: Easter Rabbits, $2.75, six weeks old. 875-4568. 50P FOR SALE: Doberman Pincher puppies, $55. 875-2538. SOP PIANO FOR SALE: rebuilt, locat ed in county, interested party may have on easy terms, only if interested call collect 633-2905, Salisbury, N.C. 50-52P FOR SALE: Honda CB 175, guaranteed, only 2,100 miles, perfect cond. Call 875-3365 or 875-3307, or come by Howell Drug Co. TFC HOUSE FOR SALE: By owner, 2 years old, outside city limits, w/w carpet, cent, air & heat, (elect), 3 br, 1 bath, LR, Kit/DR comb, paneled den w/fireplace & sliding glass doors, wash room, outside storage shed, located on 1 2/10 acres of land. Equity and assume payments or new loan. Call 875 5096 after 5 p.m. SOP FOR SALE: House. 904 Fulton St. Three bedroom, central air. 875 4952. 50-51P CARD-OF THANKS To so many friends who remember ed us in our sorrow we are deeply grateful. We cannot express how much we appreciated all the memorials, flowers, food, cards and the many expressions of concern for us. Bob was pleased that many remembered him during the stay in the hospital. We thank you too, for your prayers - all meant so much to us. Sincerely, Maude U. Lewis, Mary L. Lawhorn, Marian L. Avera. 50p CARD OF THANKS 1 wish to thank all my friends and relatives who remembered me in so many kind ways on my 86th birthday April 6. Thank you all. Mrs. Mattie Campbell. SOP CARD OF THANKS I wish to express my deepest gratitude for all of my family and friends everywhere for their thoughtfullness during my hospi talization and indispostiion. May God richly bless you for the numerous flowers, cards, calls, visits, deeds and prayers of faith in God's love. Mrs. Mary Kemp Thomas. SOP CARD OF THANKS The concern all my friends and loved ones have shown with prayers, cards, calls, flowers, etc. through my recent stay in the hospital is greatly appreciated. It's love from such folks that makes you realize the great community we live in. God bless you. Archie McDiarmid. SOP CARD OF THANKS I wish to express my appreciation for the prayers, visits, cards and flowers during my illness. I wish I could thank each of you personally. Helen C. "Bootsy" Barnngton. SOP CARD OF THANKS Our recent bereavement leaves us with grateful hearts towards neighbors and freinds. Your expressions of sympathy will always be remembered. The family of Robert Barefoot. SOP Why wait for Septic Tank troubles, get Roebic K 37 and K 57 each year. "It really works," K 77 kills roots. Money back guarantee. Raeford Hardware and McLauch lin Company. TFC CAKE DECORATING: Special occasion cakes, Rag dolls, Mickey Mouse, birthdays, petit fors, etc. Call 875-4087 C. Ashley TFC FOR SALE: Coastal Bermuda hay $1.50 per bale. Phone 875-2629. D.K. Parker, Rt. 4, Box 278, Raeford, N.C. 49-51P FOR SALE: 1974 Mustang II auto, air cond., silver with burgundy interior, new radials, V6, $250 (or something of equal value) and assume loan or $2850. 875-4038. 50C REDUCE excess fluids with Flui dex ? Lose weight with Dex-a Diet capsules, Hoke Drug. 49-51P HOUSE FOR SALE: 3 br, lVi baths, Lr, 12' x 18' den, kitchen/ dining combination, carpet over hardwood floors in 4 rooms. Nice large lot. Phone 875-3678. 49-52P HOUSE FOR RENT: New three bedrooms, central air conditioning and gas heat, dishwasher and range. Pilot Equities Inc., 502 Harris Ave., Raeford. N.C. 875 4870. TFN PLUSH OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT: lobby available, ideal for insurance agent, See Superior Sales, Inc. Ph. 875-3032. TFC GOLF INSTRUCTION: Play bet ter golf, learn basic fundamentals, grip, stance, club selection, correct swing. All ages welcome. Lessons by appointment. Call Arabia Golf Club, 875-3524. Wm. L. Up church, 875-4161, Raeford. TFC FOR SALE: one lot in Silver City Community. Call between hours of 8-5.875-5103. TFC HOUSE FOR SALE: 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen with stove, dish washer and disposal; family room, wall to wall carpeting, central air, attached garage, attached deck. 875-5564. TFC FOR RENT: Two bedroom mobile home. Call 875-4994 between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. WANTED: Lady to care for 2 children, 2 years old and 3 months old: and do light housework . Hours from 8-5, Mon. - Fri. Must be dependable and have references. Call 875-4737. SOP FOR SALE: 2 bedroom home, kitchen w/stove, living room. bath, screen porch and carport, 3 acres located on Rockfish Creek with paved frontage. Priced to sell by owner. 875-4344. 50C FOR SALE: Golf clubs, new set of accubar irons, 2 through PW, D2 regular shaft, plus 4 used staff woods and new Ram golf bag. $210. Call 875-5503 after 5 p.m. 50C FOR SALE: 15 ft. travel trailer. Self-contained with air-conditioner and awning. Sleeps six. Excellent condition. 875-5463. SOP Precious German Sherpard - Chow puppies for sale. 1 male & 1 female. Call 875-4410. SOP FOR SALE: 1972 12 x 64 3-BR mobile home. Furnished, including washer-dryer. $300 and assume $118.65 monthly payment. 875 4038. 50 P NOTICE All classified advertising must be paid for in advance unless you have an established adver tising account. The advertising deadline is 5 p.m. each Tues day. If you plan to call in your ad, please call in advance so we can receive payment In the mail by Tuesday. FOR SALE: Several grown rabbits, does and bucks, also, bunnies for Easter. Call 875-4942. 47-5c STILL LOOKING? Well, come by and see our fine used cars and look no more. Quality Motors, Harris Ave. 48-52C TAKE soil away the Blue Lustre way from carpets and upholstery. Rent electric shampooer. Raeford Hardware. 48-52C SPECIAL: S28 sprays for roaches, rats, waterbugs. Free termite esti mate. Call 944-2474. Aberdeen Exterminating Co.. Aberdeen, NC 48-52P FOR SALE: Two story Williams burg in Thomasfield, 4 bedrooms, 2'/!baths. double car garage. 875 4967. TFC MOBILE HOME SPACES for rent. Rockfish Road. Call 875 2439 . 49-52P FOR SALE: Residential lots, city water and sewer, financial terms can be arranged. Contact Younger Snead, Jr., at Hoke Auto Co. Phone 875-3363 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. TFC FOR SALE: 3 bedroom double wide on .58 acre lot in Wright and Bell Subd. off N.C. 211 towards Red Springs. 940 square foot hearted area. Just $7,500.00. Call 739-3274. TFC HOMES FOR SALE: $300.00 down payment. No closing cost. Monthly payments up to 30 years. Carson Davis, Jr., 501 Harris Ave., 875-4870. TFC GARAGE SPACE FOR RENT:, hourly, daily, weekly, monthly. Se< Superior Sales, Inc. Ph. 875-3032. TFC WELL BORING & DRILLING T. H. Blackwelder, Owner Day Phone 692-8372 Night Phone 692-77% We are now here to *?rve you: Contractor* or Individuals Approved by State & County WorkoMMklp A Materials Guaranteed WHEEL ALIGNMENT NEW TIRES and RECAPPING MCDONALDS TIRE RECAP. SERVICE PHONE 875-2079 114 RACKET ALLEY & STEWART STREET OPEN FULL TIME Cameron and Oldham WELDING (Ron Cameron & Jerry Oldham) Hours: B a.m.-6 p.m. Weekdays, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturdays. Electric Welding. Oxygen Acetylene, Porteble Welding- Heli-Arc on Hwy. 20 near OakdaleGin. Tel: 875-6343. Carolina Turf Co. Ready Mixed Concrete PROMPT DELIVERY Phone 87 5 4 025 - 875-4986 REYNOLDS REPAIRS & REMODELING FREE ESTIMATES PHONE 875 2720 AFTER 5 P.M. CECIL REYNOLDS RAE FORD WHITE'S Cabinet Shop CUSTOM MADE CABINETS ? BATHROOMS ? DESKS * KITCHENS * BOOKCASES For Free Information & Estimates DIAL 875-5218 Day 8754828 Night Hwy 401 By-Pass STEVE'S Grass Mowing Service CALL 875 3640 Gunney Garage 640 W. Prospect Phone 875-4667 APRIL SPECIAL Tune Up-*24.95 Reg. Brakes - s23.95 All Types Auto Repair! EARL'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE INSTALLATION and REPAIR Rt. 2 ? Box 399 - Raeford, N.C. Ph: 875-2369 if no answer ? - 875-2544 PROMPT, EFFICIENT SERVICE Stat* License No. 4807-L EARL CHASON, Prop. WAYSIDE CABINET SHOP Rfteee Yew Experience CustOM ft litrttlfing CAU175-2474 FOft Ftfl fSTlMATTS S.B. HOBSON 401 N. HOUSE PAYMENTS TOO HIGH A New Government ben. direct to you. cou?d **am YOU to own a NEW TOTALLY BRICK HOME wWi LOW MONTHLY PAYMENTS NOW DOWN PAYMENT This now home w? have 3 bedroom*. kving room, bath. ktt4inetto