Garden Farmers on the move With the fields finally dry enough to run a tractor through, and the weather tapering off, area farmers have geared up for planting. Although behind schedule, farmers are attempting to get their crops planted and ready for market. Youth Job Service Opens For Applications May 16 Peggy Owens has been ap pointed Youth Employment Ser vice Coordinator for the Laurin burg and Raeford Job Service Of fices of the Employment Security Commission. In making the announcement, Office Manager Burnest E. Graham said "We are all too familiar with the depressing statistics on youth unemployment. In order to help combat the pro blem, we have developed a youth employment service to help all youth, regardless of family in come. Youth 16-21 years old in need of , summer jobs should apply from May 16-May 27 at the Job Service offices at 127 W. Elwood Ave., Raeford." High school students may apply at their school on dates to be an nounced. SPRING SPECTACULAR FREE Attachments Worth up to $56.00 Purchasea21 self-propelled Hf-Vac' mower at the regular retail price and receive your choice of a Thatcherizer, Mulcherizer Snapperizeror Bag-N-Blade Kit The Thatcherizer easily removes thatch and vacuums it away with little effort The Mulcherizer chews up clip pings and deposits them back into the lawn to become lawn food |he Snapperizer can save you time this Fall as an efficient leaf shredder. Finally there s the convenience of the extra Bag-N-Blade Kit. Visit your SNAPPER dealer to day Buy and save now SNAP?antZ>R Retail Value *47.00 ?AO-M-SLAM KIT Retail Value *42.00 HURRY! OFFER ENDS SOON MUtCMWaW Retail Value HI-OT e THATCHMIZIR Retail Value MO. OO ABERDEEN SMaLl ENGINE 399 Sandhill Blvd., Hwy. 1 South ? Aberdeen NC 28315 919-944-1144 Any employer in need of extra help this summer, please call your Job Service Office. Heilig-Meyers Expand Operations In Va., Ga. Heilig-Meyers Company, the Richmond based home furnishings chain, announced recently the pur chase of the stock of Thomas Fur niture. Incorporated which had been operating a furniture store in Lawrenceville, Virginia. In addition, the Company said that it has leased a building in Toc coa, Georgia which will be remodeled prior to a July opening. This is the Company's first Georgia location and brings the total number of stores to eighty five. Hoke Agricultural Extension News by Willie Feathentone, Jr. Agricultural Extension Agent Early Weed Control HHpa Keep Lawn Healthy Homeowners look forward to spring as the time when lawns are revived by newly growing grasses and greenery. Unfortunately, most newly growing spring grasses are also ac companied by newly growing spring weeds which, if left un checked, can seriously threaten a lawn's survival. It's important to combat weeds early in the season when they are small, tender and controllable. Otherwise, weeds will continue to grow and get stronger, rob the lawn of badly needed water, choke grass roots, and threaten the sur vival of surrounding plants and flowers. A major step in controlling weeds is to establish a balanced lawn care program early in the season and maintain it throughout the year. Regular mowing at the right height, and proper feeding and watering will all help protect a lawn against invading weeds. Con sistency in the care pattern is especially important since too much or too little mowing, fertiliz ing or watering could possibly result in more weeds. An early application of a multi purpose weed killer can be effec tive against most spring and later season broadleaf weeds. There are chemicals available that can con trol such, weeds as chicory, dandelion, ragweed, poison ivy, morning-glory, clover and many others. Weed killers can be applied to large areas uniformly with a hose end sprayer, or use spot treatment by mixing the chemical with water. Very hearty weeds, such as dandelions, will require repeated applications of weed killer for ef fective control. Whenever using any herbicide read all label instruc tions carefully, and follow them precisely and handle with care. Are you interested in learning a craft that will help you relax, give you many hours of pleasure and could even help you bring in some income? Home Economics Extension will offer during the summer three workshops if there is enough in terest. Chair Caning - the one with holes in the wood part of the chair. Introduction to Lap Quilting (make one square). Pine Straw crafts. Please call 875-2162 to let us know of your interest. Further details will be sent after the interest is determined. Dog Causes Problems Dear Doctor: Our one-year-old Siberian Husky spends most of her time at a neighbor's home where there are two Irish Setters. It is always a problem getting her to come home. If we let her, she stays there all day and night. Is it possible that she is confused as to where her real home is? Is there any way to train her to come home on her own? Answer: Your dog may feel that your neighbor's home is where she is receiving the most attention, referring to playtime, as well as food. Before you can expect her to stay home, she needs to know what your property boundaries are. A fenced in area is the simplest and safest solution. Allowing her to roam subjects her to the threat of being exposed to diseases and parasites that can make her suffer. Cars are also a very real danger. Even the smartest dog or cat may not notice traffic and be in jured. In addition, if she is not spayed, you may eventually wind up with entire litters of hers who will also visit your neighbor. You And Your Pet Dear Doctor: I have a St. Bernard-Shepherd dog that developed a bad habit of chasing my car each time I leave the < driveway. How can 1 break him of this? Answer: The solution for the dog that chases your car as you leave your driveway is simple. The dog should be confined to your yard, kennel run, or your house. Most cities have leash laws that prohibit dogs from roaming loose. It is in the interest of the dog's safety to keep him confined. A wandering dog will sooner or later come to grief. I am sure you have heard stories of dogs that were trained not to leave their yards. Such dogs are ex ceptional. To train a dog to remain in the yard is a difficult and time consuming proposition, and one mistake on the dog's part, could be his last. If you decide to attempt this, make sure you do so under ex pert supervision. The JIM HUNT Record Subject: Tax Dollars For Politics A report to the taxpayers on how Jim Hunt uses State equipment and your tax dollars to build the Jim Hunt Political Machine Governor Jim Hunt Greets Citizens After Arriving in Marion By Helicopter ' Gov. Hunt Opens Headquarters Governor Jjm Hunt arrived by helicopter dair ' -p """A * "teU the dory about JuX ' Tuesday to officially open the McDowell C w- ^ County Democratic Headquarter* Hunt a helicopter landed m the parking lot V FACT: Jim Hunt has repeatedly used the State helicopters and State airplanes to attend Hunt political events."* North Carolina Taxpayers Are Paying The Bill For The Jim Hunt Political Machine 1 Th? MtOowfN Nnw >0442 I TS? Mowtnf Rocket >0-4*2 I IK# A*?vi0-V4J 4 W*dMI C ?**??*. Democrats lor Helms ... A Man of Character k? by Ml IMS for Mart WpKri Tr?*wr?f .