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Page 8A-THE KINGS MOUNTAIN HERALD-Thursday, May 12, 1994 MRS. GERALD SHANE HALE (Jennifer Jill Blanton) Blanton-Hale Jennifer Jill Blanton and Gerald Shane Hale were united in marriage April 16 in the first wedding to be held at the Kings Mountain Woman's Club. Rev. Claude McIntosh of David Baptist Church officiated the 4 p.m. cer- emony. : Jacqui Gore and Matthew Echols, pianists, and Kevin Echols, soloist, presented the nuptial music which included "I Swear, " "Cross My Heart," and "Like A River to the Sea." The auditorium was decorated with pink New Guinea Impatients, ferns, palm trees and Norfolk pines surroynded by heart-shaped candelabras. The heart-shaped arch was decorated with live ivy and Spirea. Silk floral aisle markers and floral arrangements on candelabras in pastel pinks, blues and yellows were provided by Dottie Elkins. Ivy and Spirea, along with sum- mer arrangements enhancing the building, were provided by Selena and Tom Trott. Jeanette Ross contributed English ivy which adorned the Unity candle and lighted candles in every window. The designer wedding gown chosen by the bride was white satin, featur- ing a fitted bodice with Basque waist overlaid in silk Venice lace decorated with hand-beaded pearls and sequins. The Cathedral train was edged with lace appliques covered with pearls and sequins. Rosettes topped off the train at the waistline. The bride carried a cascading bouquet of pastel pink, yellow and blue flowers made by the bride's mother. The bride was given in marriage by her father. Bonnie Gore presided at the register. Greeting guests was Lisa Rice, cousin of the bride, who also also gave out the programs. Stephanie Echols distributed scrolls. Johnny Hale, father of the bridegroom, was best man. The bride's aunt, Jenny Clapp of Laurel, Md, directed the wedding. Wesley Blanton, brother of the bride, was host and acolyte, assisted by Travis Black of Gastonia. The bride's parents hosted the reception after the ceremony in the dining room of the Woman's Club. The theme of pastel pink, blue and yellow fea- tured decorative details. The tables were overlaid with pale blue and white tablecloths centered with white lace baskets filled with colored candy. Pearlized balloons were tied to each basket and other balloons decorated the area. A pale blue bride and groom ice sculpture was the centerpiece for the refreshment table. The groom's table was centered with a fresh arrangement of lilies, daisies, carnations and baby's breath. Baskets of favors and candy made by Day Care Center planned aD at Old Park Grace School FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rose Burris learned as a young child what a difference a role mod- el can make in a life Now, she wants to become oné herself by opening a 24-hour day care at the old Park Grace School near Kings Mountain. Burris, 39, has signed an agree- ment to buy the property but her plans have hit a snag sine she planned to use her inheritance to fund the project. The money has been held up in probate. The Kings Mountain woman will take her plans to Kings " Mountain City Council May 31 in Es the hope they can provide some suggestions for funding her 24- hour day care, 7-24 Quality Care. "The reason I have values is be- cause as a preschooler I had a posi- tive force in my life at Davidson School and at Old Ellis Chapel Church," said Burris. "These were marvelous people that helped shape my early life," said Burris, who wants her almost three-year-old daughter to have the same chance. She said she had a support group outside a family and every child deserves the same. Burris plans to incorporate semi- nars for parents and children in the program and offer service to par- ents at all hours of the day and night. Since she doesn't have a busi- ness degree, the Minority Business Administration in Charlotte is helping her with the details. She has also been in contact with the N. C. Department of Human Resources, Division of Facility Services, Child Care Section. A single parent, Burris was forced to quit school and take care of an ill stepfather. She never got back to high school because in 1972 she gave birth to a son, Victor Bell. "When I had my son, I thought what a marvelous thing God had done," she said. "I began a continu- ous search for knowledge. Parenting is something you never Rose Show set at Cleveland Mall The Cleveland County Rose Society will present the 21st annual show Saturday and Sunday, May 28 and 29, at Cleveland Mall. - There is no admission charge and all show roses will be available for sale starting May 29 at 4 p.m. Rose arrangements and bud vases will also be available to the public at a nominal charge. Dolores Hamrick, publicity chairman, said the preparation room will be open at the mall from 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m. and entries will be accepted from 7 a.m.-10 a.m. on May 28. A judges' brunch will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The show opens to the public from 1-9 p.m. on May 28. The Sunday afternoon. show on Activities slated kk at Crowders Mtn. A butterfly walk will be held nary is a piece of literature. Saturday at 2 p.m. at Crowders Mountain State Park. Participants should meet at the park office. A great memory does not make a mind, any more than a dictio- —John Henry Newman Naturalist Duane Flynn will lead a leisurely walk to see the butter- flies and interesting insects found along the park trails. The walk will last about 1 1/2 hours. BM A stream study will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. Participants should meet at the park office. A park ranger will lead a study of aquatic life in the park's main stream that feeds the lake. Parents are encouraged to let their children get wet as they assist the ranger in sampling the water for strange- looking aquatic creatures. The study will last about 1 1/2 hours. For more information, call 853- 5375. Bats! Bats! Bats! at KM State Park Bat enthusiasts are invited to join in the fun and learn about bats - the valuable exterminator of in- sects - Saturday, May 21. Participants in this Wildlife Watch program also will be able to build a bat house for their yard to : : RIG possibly attract a small colony. FLAIR Participants are asked to take a hammer. Other materials will be supplied. The program fee is $7 per bat box and registration is required by May 13. Participants should meet at the recreation building in the campground by 10 a.m. for the AY RIGK STEVENS RUDE TL . ONE RING... ONE MOMENT... ONE MEGA-EVENT! SUNDAY, WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING PRESENTS A NIGHT WITH THE GLASSIGS... VERNE VADER “KILLER” GAGNE KOWALSKI MAY22 © two-hour program. Eastern: To register or for more informa- Nia A ae 2 7PMe $24.95 tion, call the park office at (803) | JONESINTERCABLE. DON'T MISS IT! $29.95 222-3209 between. 11 a.m. and noon or from 4-5 p.m. Subscribe To The Herald is A Smart Chale: ORDER TODAY. IFORDERED DAY OF EVENT CALL YOUR LOCAL CABLE OPERATOR FOR AVAILABILITY NOTE: CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Kings Mountain © 739-0164 Cherryville * 435-5449 Extended Office Hours For This Event Sunday, May 22 « 4:00 pm till 7:00pm 3 "Doing the King's Business in Kings Mountain” » [1] Join us for the 9:40° Sunday School (all ages) 11:00 Sunday Morning Worship 6:00 CES- "How to be a Hero to Your Kids" Building Lovability and Significance in Your Child 7:00 Sunday Evening Worship 10:00 Watchman's National Prayer Alert VBS - June 27th thru July 1st 605 W. King Street * Kings Mountain (704) 739-3651 CAROLINA PART-TIME OFFICE WORKERS Carolina Freight seeks individuals for part-time employment at its Cherry- ville General Offices. We seek applicants with good office skills who are honest, energetic, dependable and hard working, Typing, Word Perfect and PC experience would be helpful. Most of the work opportunities would be available basically during the hours between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Candidates should apply in person on Monday, May 16 and Tuesday, May 17 between 9:00 am - 4:00 pm at: Personnel Department CAROLINA FREIGHT CARRIERS Highway 150 East Cherryville, NC 28021 Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F THANK YOU ... For your continuing support. | promise you that the office of the Clerk of Superior Court will re- main open and available to the needs of the citizens of this county as the law provides. BETTY B. JENKINS Paid for by committees to re-elect Betty B. Jenkins; Henry M. Whitesides, Treasurer. in hin 49,000mis. REZ VERA ERPS RRA RULE 1989 Pontiac Grand Am Green/Tan cloth 4 door Full Power, Moonroof Auto, Stereo, 48,000 mis 1992 Sentra SE 35,000mis BERIBYEVAPRY IQ THRICE 1992 Mitsubishi PU Red/Black cloth Silver/Blue Dual AC, [IT A PRX Auto, Air, Stereo Full Power, Alloy wheels 5 Speed, Air, Cassette 1992 Mazda 929 1992 Toyota Camry 1988 Mazda 4X4 PU Platinum/Grey leather Whity/Grey V6 LE White 41,000 mls. Full powr, Moonroof AC, Stereo, P. Windos & Locks JER] IL NTA EY 1988 Mazda PU 48,000 mis. BERPAY EVP YI BE KIB 1N88 1991 Mazda MPV Red/Grey cloth Blue/Blue cloth Green/Brown Leather 5 Spd, Air, FM, SES Bed 5 Speed, Air, Cassette, Cruise BYTE TNLT 0 MITHI RA GRN THES ROSE BURRIS learn 100 percent. Each child is different." In 1973 she earned her GED from Cleveland Community College. Her son graduated with honors from high school and she was working: in Charlotte and writing poetry as a hobby A pub- lisher liked her work and she was about to sign a contract when her father and ‘stepmother’ ‘became ill. Four years ago, she left behind the job in Charlotte to provide 24 - hour care to her father and step- mother. Her daughter was born August 12, 1991. Her father died last May but Burris still takes care of her stepmother. She plans to use the inheritance she receives from her father to open the day care. One of 13 children, Burris learned early the value of hard work. She grew up on the Plonk Farm near Bethware School in Kings Mountain and took care of the younger siblings. "I guess that's why I love chil- dren so much and still want to take care of them," she said. The Park Grace building, which is a 6,042 square feet facility, will easily accommodate 200 children and 25 staff persons. May 29 will be open to the public from 1-4 p.m. Hamrick says you don't have to be a member of the Rose Society to enter roses in the show. Novice en- ul i tries are welcome. * Based on financing of selling price for 60 months at 7.45% ARP plus tax, tag and title if applicable. On approved credit only. All incentives remain with dealer. Offer expires 6/1/94 1991 Protege’ White/Grey cloth 5 Speed, Air, Cassette AE RPEXN 1993 Mazda MX-6 Red, Automatic, Full Power, Alloy wheels, 22,000 mls 1993 Mazda 929 17,000 mls BESTIARY HRI ITHN Teal/Grey leather Blue/Grey cloth Full Power, Moonroof Auto, Air, Cassette SHELBY MAZDA 1843 E. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC 482-671 or 800-280-67M Sea Us Before You Buy - We Will sot Refuse amy Reasanable Offar..
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