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pmiininmmmm 1 Route Swannanoa News MRS. A C. CAMPFIELD j Phone •THE COMMUNITY MEETING PLACE” RlinilllllimillllS 7645 tiiiiiiimiiiiiiimiiiiiinmiiimiiiiii milllllllllNIIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIHIIIilllilliiiNiiiiHiii'i'ii First Baptist . The Bible School at the hirst Baptist church, which began July 30, will continue through Aug. 10, «aoh morning at 9, ages 3 through 16. On Aug. 7 the Sunbeams ral ly is to be at the Chunn’s Cove Baptist church, 10:30-2:30. All Sunbeam leaders are urged to come and bring their children. Every one is to bring sandwiches. The (brinks will be furnished. How to Treat a Preacher Described In 1870’s We seldom hear anyone say much about the treatment of a minister, or how often we may call on him unnecessarily, or do many thought less deeds. While we read a part of an article, “A Few Kind Words to L&ymett,” as it was written in the 1870’s, we might think on the serious side, as we engage in a bit of "Dry humor’’ as well as the humorous side of the writing. “It speaks well for the Laity, that, though so many books have been written, and so many admonitions given on ministerial conduct, so little has been considered neces sary to be said to laymen in ref erence to their behavior towards the ministry. It is a spirit of kind ness that prompts a friend of both classes to offer the following sug gestions: Let your minister know that you appreciate his labors. If he does his best, you can truly say your sermon has been a blessing to me. Do not tell him he is elo quent. That is not what he de sires to hear. But, if his argu ments are conclusive, his logic con vincing, and his exhortations im • IN SWANNANOA • Jarrett • Warlick Dry Cleaners ■£r 24 Hour Service -fr SEND YOUR DRY CLEANING TO US. Phone 3747 — Black Mtn. ... pressive, you may venture to en courage him. I know a minister who preached two funerals within four days. He put himself to great trouble, missed an important appointment, rode through the rain and mud, suffered mental torture lest he would not come up to the occa sion and preached while sick; all this and none said so much as 'thank you.” This same minister rode several miles through great inconvenience, rnd paid his barbers bill, to marry an old widower to a blooming maiden whom he did well to get. He married them; but no fee nor expression of thanks has he yet received. One other suggestion, deaf friend: You desire the minister to visit your house and make it his home. Thank the Lord, thousands of laymen know how to make this easy." But many winder why min isters ride by their house to call just beyond. It is not always through preference for riches. A little reflection proves this. May be you have not learned the secret, I have, for I have been about with some of them. If you want to make a preacher easy, you must be easy. Don’t tell him you have nothing good enough for him. He will feel that he is troubling you. The writer knows a good lady who would make grand preparations for her minister— would make him while tired and hungry wait until she prepared at least 20 dishes for supper. The lady asked w'hy preachers general ly shunned her house. We told her. But one great rule is to let your preacher alone. Don’t think you must always be in his company. Yes, do let your preachers study. When you see the need call on them, retire and let them enjoy the most blessed of privileges, of studying.” Signed Maher Shalal Hash Baz. American Home The American Home Department of the Woman’s club, was enter tained at their meeting in the home of Mrs. Selmer Neskaug, as sisted bv Mrs. Fay West on July 23. Present were Mrs. William Quality Recapping Doesn’t Cost-It Pays! ff e are continuing our very successful special sale of U.S. Royal Tires and Recaps for another 10 days. If you have not taken advantage of this sale, NOW is the TIME! WE CARRY THE LARGEST STOCK OF TIRES IN THE SWANNANOA VALLEY'. BATTERIES WITH 18 MONTHS WRITTEN • I • GUARANTEE AS LOW AS $12.10 • 1 GARLAND & LONG TIRE CO., Inc. Vi BLOCK WEST OF TRAFFIC LIGHT ON HWY. 70 Swannanoa, N. C. — Phone: Black Mtn. 6231 BLACK SWAN DAIRY BAR ACROSS FROM VA HOSPITAL ~ Old Highway 7Q Swannanoa, N. C. I' BETTY & PAUL DODGE, ' Proprietors Blaine, Mrs. William Berner, Mrs. William Berner, Mrs. John Kelly, Mrs. Charles l’orter, Mrs. Roy Russell, Mrs. Lawrence Wainscott, Mrs. Neskaug .and Mrs. Guy West. Two very enjoyable films were shown as a main feature of the program. The first was “Home spun,” which demonstrated the art of weaving cloth, from the time it was sheared from the sheeps’ back to the process in its final stages. The second “Dare, Birthplace of America.” showed interesting facts about Dare coun ty, such as, its importance as be ing the place of birth of the first white child, the birthplace of the Wright brothers of airplane fame, and other factors of interest. R. C. Young Given Testament. Another appropriate title for this story could be, “Truth is Stranger Than Fiction.” R, C. Young, who retired last spring from active school work, after having served as principal of Zeb Vance school for 20 years, is in possession of a khaki bound New Testament which he carried in World War I, and had bees lost since that time. Young received the testament by mail from Dr. George W. Dupree, medical practioneer in the 322 In fantry of the 81st Division in World War I. Dr. Dupree found the testament in his personal effects some time ago. He wrote to Y'oung at his Swannanoa address months ago. asking Young of his whereabouts and advising him he had discov ered the Testament and that he would be glad to send it on to him. Correspondence followed and the Testament arrived in a few days from the Georgia doctor. It had been packed away through the years in old papers. On the fly leaf was the name and address of Y'oung at that time. Mr. Y'oung was happy to get it back after so many years. He says he would not take a $ 1 Of»0 for it. Capt. Young has four sisters and a brother living n Western North Carolina, Mrs. E. B. Praytor, Mrs. J. C. Duncan, Miss Georgia Y'oung, all of Asheville, Gen. Lawrence W. Y’oung, of Gellette Woods, Tryon, and Mrs. W. B. Stone, Grovemont. More of Shopes-Burnettes Last week’s article, "Shope-Bur nette Reunion Keeps Rolling Along,” had names and places which were incorrect, and by mis take went to press before it was discarded. I shall endeavor, to the best of my ability, to give the his tory as it was told me by an auth ority on the subject. My apologies if the names are still incorrect. Record shows that the first Shopes came to this country in 1738, from the rich Rhinelands of Germany. Three Shope sons of a palatinian, who were imperial of ficers, settled in Harrisburg, Pa. These early settlers built the first church in Harrisburg, just three miles on the Jonesburg road, and it was known as “Shoops Kirche.” It is interesting to note the changes in the spelling of Shope. At times it was, “Shup,” “Shop,” and other spellings. John and Phillip migrated to Charlottesville, Va, where they married the Gragg sisters. They lived there for 16 years. During the Revolutionary War period, John served four months in the militia, and later as a teamster, whose job it was to be responsible for the hauling of baggage and supplies. Thy next trek was t<? Burke County, N. C., about 1830. Just when the Burnettes enter the his tory 1 was not told, though Fred rick Burnette, who married Mar garet Null, was here at the sight jf the North Fork Dam in 1830, jnd remained here. Whereas the lohn and Jacob Shopes moved to tear Franklin, Macon county, in 1850. At a later date three Shopes mairied into the Burnette family, and began a reunion each year until 1911, when it was first held in the Bee Tree Christian church. Approximately 250 to 300 des cendants attended this year’s cele bration, from Florida’ Virginia, and other states and nearby towns. E. J. Shope, Sr., Asheville, pres ident of the reunion, had charge of the program, adding to the fes tivities of the occasion. He was elected again to serve as president this coming year. i understand that a history is to be compiled concerning the Shopes and Burnettes, which I hope will be published for the benefit of those livng here. We may well be proud of our Amer ican heritage. Hawaii and a Buddist Wedding Mrs. Clara Snyder, having re turned recently from Hawaii, knows of the pleasure and adven ture of travel. She went to California to visit frends and relatives. In Wilming ton, Calif., a cousin, Mrs. Belle Parker, got on board the "Lura line” with Mrs. Snyder to sail to Hawaii to spend three weeks. The trip aboard ship was an experience in itself, with all the wonderful food, but the most excitement conies when the ship lands in port. Even the brass band is on hand, as well as representatives from the various hotels, leis are placed around the neck, and it’s a wel come you never forget. The final excitement comes when relat:ves and friends rush on board to greet you. Mrs. Snyder’s brothers, Kermit and Archie Jackson, teach school on the islands. The brothers home is located on the side of the moun tain under the volcano. When asked the most interesting things she had seen, it was apparently not easy tc decide on a few, or which was really the most inter esting. The erdBer, Kabeakela on Maui Island, was fascinating, also the Leper Colony^ While there Mrs. Snyder attended a Buddist wedding, httNvren two Japanese, The bfi'ic was dressed much like OUT hrtd< with the exception of the veil, which hung almost to the waist and was of even length al in Japanese. Her entry is made with head bowed as a sign of sub mission. Japanese language wa: DRINK TOO M/lNy "The mosl c\an&Wpv$ curve 1*1, inviting the undertaker v B. F. Goodrich Sal* Driver Lea<ju» 14,50 b> N,w* “r”**1**1* Cc spoken throughout the ceremony in what could be described as a singing part time and chanting the remainder of the ceremony. In back of the priest, among several undetermined looking ob jects, one sees fruit in place of flowers. Near the priest stand two objects about five or six inch es high with lids, which the priest removes during the ceremony. He removes the lids and slams them down, signifying something not understood. Then he stirs the con tents with chop sticks before dropping it on the heads of the bride and groom. Possibly the potion could have been a rice de rivation. The wedding over, all the guests went to the reception, attended by 150 to 200 people. There were only six Americans present. Mean time the bride had changed her wedding gown for the traditional Japanese costume. It is customary for the bride to change costumes three times at the reception, the significance of which is unde termined. Their seems to be no end in the variety of food served at the re ception. At least six meat dishes wei e served, including a prepara tion of raw fish. Following the feast, comes the speech maxing with appropriate words for the bride and groom. Mrs. Snyder and members of her party were introduced. Many old customs are fast be coming passe, for now only the old people bow. Most marriages are love marriages, but still have to be arranged by the parents. Presbyterian Men The monthly supper meeting of the men of the Presbyterian church was held Monda'’ July 23. Dr. Hubert Clapp, president, conduct ed the meeting which was attend ed by 17 members. An interesting program was given concerning the individual rc sponsbilities in religious, social, and political or eovernment affairs of the community. The idea being that everyone should share in these fields. Charles Porter and W. W. Corne assisted Dr. Clapp in this program. The business session included plans for attendance of the com ing Synod’s Men’s Conference at Montreat, Aug. 4, 5. Developments toward the building project and work to be done, was brought to the attention of those present. Mrs. George Young, Mrs. Frank Huggins, and Mrs. Lester Connel ly were responsible for serving the supper. * * w m mi i^apuru Junior League I’icnic The Junior League of the Free Will Baptist report a wonderful time at the "square”, near the Community building, on Saturday. July 21, with plenty of food served picnic style. The picnic was un der sponsorship of Mrs. Vaughn Maney, teacher, who was assisted by Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Metcalf. Present were Gail Buckner. Don Bill, and Linda Metcalf, Wanda Wheeler, Rita Putnam, Gene Put nam, Glenda Andrews, Martha Ferguson, Firby Ray, John and Butch Maney, and Brenda Gard ner. Training Union During the past week the mem bers of Mrs. Johnnie Patton’s class of the First Baptist church have attended Trainng Union at Ridge crest. They have attended the conferences as well as other class es. They were Kay and Faye Pat ton, Julia Smith, Elizabeth Nan nev, Gene Aiken, and Carolyn Wil hide. Personals. Miss Joyce Swafford spent a few days as a guest of Miss Brenda Penley at her home in Buckeve cove. Mr. and Mrs. Dalvin Penley Norfolk, Va., and Miss Diana Rarv Portsmouth, Va., and Mr. and Mrs’ Charles Penley, Salisbury, spent the week-end with Mrs. Bovcf Penley, Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Teague Greensboro, was a guest over the week-end of Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Freemanj and Mr. and Mrs. Georg,. Dunlap. Mrs. Dunlap is a niet( of Mrs. Freeman and Mrs. tb;n]ar) Mr. Teague, who is engage j*n dairying business, waij selected the outstanding farmer of Guilfov county. c Joe Porcher observed a birtV day Monday, July 24. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Curtis haw ■ a baby son born in St. Jowtw i on July 24. • Mr- May Council is in New Yo'rl- for a week where she is on a t]r, buying tour for the Efird s StMr. ami Mrs. Horace Stroupe, jli ~ Carolyn Deweese, and .Miss Bottv Stroupe are enjoying a va ca- on to Daytona Iieach. Ha. Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Bucy are parents of a daughter born July 24. in Memorial Mission hospital. Tht J. V. Brigmon family left Fridav for a vacation in Miami. Mr. and Mrs. Harrith Sands ex press their appreciation to those helping during the time ot their accident sometime ago on the Ridgecrest road. Names of a nurse and others were not available to thank personally. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Ivey ami chil dren, David, .Mark, and Kathy, have returned following a week’s vacation in LaFollette, Tenn., where they visited with their par ents. Mrs. Earl Waddell has been ill at „home. Rev. C. W. Bates, pastor of the Methodist church, celebrated his birthday Sunday, July 29. Sp. 3 Otto W. Henry, son of Mr. GEORGE A. SHAIA'S Royal Art Gallery IN THE HEART OF Black Mountain, N. C. PUBLIC AUCTION SALE Over one thousand Gift Items to be sold at Any Price! Silver by INTERNATIONAL, GORHAM, TIFFANY. Art Goods of MEISSEN, DRESDEN, ROYAL DOULTON IRISH WATERFORD and BOHEMIAN CRYSTAL. A Complete Stock of UNUSUAL LAMPS. A Fine Selection of ORIENTAL RUGS (all sizes) FINE LINENS, BRIDGE SETS, LUNCHEON & BANQUET CLOTHS Many Pieces of Fine JEWELRY, ESTATE PIECES of OLD GOLD .. DIAMONDS, AMETHYST .. . OPAL and PEARLS. 10:30 a.m. Two Sales Daily 8:00 p«i** COME IN AND BROWSE AND BUY WHAT YOU LIKE AT YOUR OWN PRICE. FREE PRIZES. REFRESHMENTS SERVED. • Ample Parking Facilities • md Mrs. U. »■ ' s^jrwres* >"■■ *ttSHn B,.ml.y.ci;.riouo spent the week-end "Kh « George Johnston. M, Crary and children, I hJnoah. and Kan Miss Nancy Jones, student nurse at Grace Memorial hospital. Moi ‘4n.on. will spend two weks^w.th her parents, Mr. and Mis. .. >• "'""r'Vs Elizabeth Wood and Mrs. Tun;s Fulton, Clifton. N J-> 310 guests in the home of Mrs. Thomas H Mr ' and Mrs. Selmcr Neskaug made a visit this week to Owmgs, S. C. Mr and Mrs. Warren Jones and children, Walter. Richard and Mal com recently spent a week in Ma con, Ga. While there they attend ed the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. June Ponder, Knoxville, Mrs. Pon der is a sister of Mr. Jones. Fred Atkins is showing im provement following an at ident near Warren Wilson a few weeks ‘ Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Howell are enjoving a week,s vacation in I et ersburg, Va. Mr. and Mrs. Hewitt Campfield and daughters, Linda and Susan, have returned from a vacation at Myrtle Beach. Mrs. Louise Reynolds, Tulsa. Okla., returned home following a month s visit wth Mrs. V. J. How ell. Mrs. Janette Guy, Tampa, rla., has arrived for a visit with Mr. and Mrs. E. N. Howell. Mrs. Carl Drake has had a num ber of visitors recently: Mr. and Mrs. David Drake, Tampa, Fla.; Mrs. J. C. Drake, Jr., Ypsilanti, Mich.; W. H. Bowling, Dick An derson. Plymouth, Mich.; Mbs Betty Silver, Cleveland. Ohio, and Sir. and Mrs. John Mitchell, Tam pa, Fla., Alvin Berry, Pontiac. Mich., is visitng hs mother. Mrs. Hazel Ray. Mrs. Evelyn Edwards is visitng with a brother in Annapolis, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Mason and daughter Evelyn, spent the week end with Mrs. Clara Mason. —The axolotl (a salamander) eats more than its weight each meal. THE WASH'N SHOP SELF-SERVICE LAUNDRY Now On Highway 70 Swannanoa, N. C. SURPRISE smuwck Mr and Mr?. W. V. McMahan were honored with a household shower Thursday night, July 26, at their new home on Blue Ridge road. They want to thank their friends and neighbors who helped to make the occasion a happy one. and to those who sent gifts. They received many lovely and useful trifts. Mrs. Wavmon McMahan. Mrs. Doris Hampton, Mrs. Ralph Robertson, and Mrs. Jake Robert son were hostesses to the group. Those present were: Mrs. Wilbur Honeycutt, Mrs. Frank Watkins. Mrs. Robert Reese, Mrs. Mack Farr Mrs. Ed Polsom, Mrs. e ran ces Ramsey, Mrs. Claud Silvers. June and Beckey, Mrs. M. J. Rob ertson, Joice Ann Martin, Elaine Trmrmn 8 b e a o o fl o»t' b *« BWU gifts bu* Tv attend were Mr, ,Vrf <JS Mrs. Carolyn K ."«>> .r*S Clarence Wilson' Hall. 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