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PAGE TWO It Takes All Kinds By DAVE WEST We nurse a rankling grouch about the routine question, the kind that is universally uttered to the accompaniment of a blinding, teeth-baring smile and followed by a look of keen expectation. Not that the questioner gives a dis cernible hoot about the answer he gets—he’s only “making conversa tion,” “giving the other person a chance to express his views,” or “putting a visitor at his ease.” Such reasons should be obliter ated from the book of causes, and the questions expunged from civ ilized speech. When the question, “Well, how do you like it here?” is put to a visitor twenty or thirty seconds after he alights from his plane, boat or auto, it is one of the strongest evidences of native lunacy that the questioner can bring forward. It’s unfair, unreasonable, unsport ing, uncivil —and it ought to be un constitutional. It is deserving of the most uncivilized kind of retort — which is the kind it almost never evokes, for the foolish reason that new arrivals generally try to be polite for six or seven minutes, at least, until they size up the recep tion committee. The question ought to be considered prima facia evidence to the traveler that he has alighted in the midst of hollow headed barbarians. There should be a set of stock answers for the protection of strangers against the idiotic in quiry. The answers need be no more founded in sense than the question. The local Secretary of the Society for the Protection of Out cf-Town Innocents has offered the following sample replies for the use of new-arrivals who are con fronted with the appalling, “Well, how do you like it here?” before they unpack their bags: “Wow! Are YOU a specimen of the native population?” . . . “No, sir, I surely do.” . . . “What’s that terrible odor?” . . . “Is it as bad as this all the time?” . . . “I’d rather be back in jail.” • • » AU the "isn’t it” or “don’t you” questions are as bad. They usually ask an imbecile question and pro vide their own answers. A pleasant ly damaging answer for all such inanities is, simply, “No.” That’s a very effective damper for dis couraging conversations that are begun, “It’s late, isn’t it?” . . . “She looks stunning, don’t you think?” ... “I think he’s abso lutely right, don’t you?” . . . “Nice day, ain’t ft?” • • • Questions that start “What do you think of —” are almost always a mere trick of the speaker’s to get you to listen tq what HE thinks about the subject. About the only worthwhile defense so far perfected against the hours of dullness this question threatens one with is de liberate misinterpretation of the question. Thus, when asked, “What do you think of the price stabiliza tion order?” the wary one will re ply something like this: “I never ordered one.” Or, hearing one say, “What do you think about the situation in the Far East?” the man with foresight may reply: “Well, my cousin Anna was in East Faraway in 1936—0 r was i*1937? and she warned me never, never to go there. She says there’s a situation there that,” etc., etc., until the other's eyes begin to glaze. A bold determination to escape the question, which does not scru ple to use rudeness for its purposes,! can accomplish wonders in this G & W SEVEN STAR $2 15 FULL PINT .UMiB <O;.%Wv A U -AND IT’S QQ PROOF GOODERHAM & WORTS LTD. PEORIA, ILLINOIS Blended Whiskey. 62H« Neutral Spirits Distilled From Grain Sewing Tips for Mothers r.alur.. J ® f'>Jl mlwW r * Ip 1 |||» f I i Mothers who sew are fortunate, for they can clothe their young ' ones in individual styles for happy wear and ease in washing, yet savings important in any budget. For example, this ; attractive five-piece capsule wardrobe is made from one yellow I Cannon muslin sheet, double ,bed size (81 by 108 inches), which costs under $4.00 in Stores to day. This size gives you the equivalent of about 7 square | yards of material, and, by skil fully laying out patterns on such i a large expanse of surface, you , achieve cutting ecbnomies im t possible with comparable, by the-yard dress material. i Another advantage is dura bility. Sheets are made with stronger threads and closer weave for long, hard wear. (Firm enough to hold buttons and buttonholes or hammer-on snaps, too.) way. • • « We talked for awhile with L. R. Wensel of Concord, one of the successful bidders on the school building contracts let last Thurs day. Wr. Wensel hopes to buy a home in Manns Harbor'and retire there, when his son, now in State College, is established in the busi ness at Concord. Wensel says Manns Harbor is in the- heart of the best fishing an<J hunting coun try he’s ever seen. It has a further advantage to the Concordian’s taste: “It’s peaceful, and not like a resort town.” • • • Somebody’s got to warn The Lost Colony’s publicity boys. Mas termind, plotting the unearthing of the great Shannon treasure-trove, has decided to plant the rumor that underneath the three layers of sandstone blocks (for they aren’t bricks, after all, it seems) lies the coffin of Virginia Dare. The Brain feels sure that the historical as sociation will want to investigate and do the digging for nothing when the rumor reaches it. Should they locate Virginia, she’s theirs. Gold? Why, at least they will have found out there's no truth in the rumor. ADVERTISING ACCOMPANIES PROGRESS OF THE SOUTH , I The South’s phenomenal busi i ness and industrial expansion in • ■ recent years has been sparked by a tremendous increase of advertis ing in which newspapers have held their place in the competition with other media, according to a state ment by Tucker Wayne, of Atlan ta, head of a leading Southern ad vertising agency. A new brochure describing the ' rapid growth of Tucker Wayne and Company is just off the press un der the title “A Story of Ambition and sl7 in Stamps” and is being distributed nationally to newspap ers, other media and advertisers. , It sets forth the full range of ser vices provided in the fields of ad vertising, sales counsel and public relations. “The dollar volume of all adver tising handled by this agency is sow running nearly four times what it was 10 years ago,” Mr. Wayne said. “Newspaper and ra dio advertising have seen the big gest increase. The volume of each is about five times the 1940 total.” I As is true of Southern business 'and industry, the fastest growth I ■ of advertising done by firms in the South has been in the past five years. For example, the volume of newspaper advertising placed by I Tucker Wayne and Company is now about four times what it was only five years ago. “These figures indicate that ‘ Southern business men and indus trialists are awake to current ad vertising trends in the selection of media,” Mr. Wayne commented. "While availing themselves of the benefits offered by the various me dia, they recognize that newspap ers continue to maintain an im portant position among the vehic les for getting their products and services to the attention of the • public." Remember, in sewing for children, to keep the essential of cleanliness in mind. Sheets are made to launder often . . . iron well . . . and the smooth sur face picks up dirt less readily. Colors, too, are an important factor. The soft pastel shades in [ muslin or percale colored sheets • —yellow, blue, green, peach, . pink and rose—are particularly > becoming to the young. i Simplicity patterns used for these dresses. ALARM NO ALARM The Manteo Fire Department was summoned to Nags Head beach to handle a fire at Mrs. Price’s cottage Tuesday morning. The fire had been brought under control before the truck could reach the scene, however; the truck was flagged down at Leo Midgett’s place and the firemen returned to Manteo. Chief Ivey Evans said that he did not know the extent of damage caused by the fire. v NO COURT THIS WEEK 4 There were no cases on the docket for trial in Dare County Recorder’s Court this week. HAYMAN CLAN REUNION PICTURES Prints of several snapshots of this and other scenes of interest along the coast may be obtained from COASTLAND PHOTO SERVICE BOX 428 MANTEO, N. C. » * '■'■fa* jg .W’ \ - I v * #4. w .. ' Mrs. Maurice Bellard, P. O. Box 226, Church Point, Louisiana, says about her son, Archie Bcllard: “Some friends of mine have been taking HADACOL and found that it had done them a lot of good, and they suggested that I start giving HADACOL to my 16-year-old son Archie Bellard. He has been taking HADACOL for about two months, and since taking it he feels much better. Before he - started taking HADACOL he felt weak, and was rundown, and he didn’t feel like playing or working. Since he is taking HADACOL he has more energy, and he has a good appetite. I owe the friends, who suggested HADACOL to me, many thanks, but I owe HADACOL many more thanks, and since it has done Archie so much good, I will never be with out it again.” Sold in Manteo by HEARINGS, INC PHONES 16 and 188 THECOASTLAND TIMES, MANTEO, N. C. IT’S A GREATISEASON ON THE DARE BEACHES WE ARE NOW IN MID-SEASON, and never before have so many people enjoyed the attractions of our seashore as have come early this year, with every week get ting better and better. This is highly appreciated by the many good firms serving - the tourist trade and doing their best to assure a good time to all who come. It is proof that good service has been given at reasonable prices. It is assurance of con tinued good service and satisfaction. We extend our thanks and cordially invite you to come and enjoy the seashore. STOP AT— LEARY’S COURT AMONG THE NEWEST. MOST CONVENIENT TO ALL BEACH ATTRACTIONS MODERN APARTMENTS . . . COTTAGES ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATH Phone Nags Head 921 Stop At— J. E. HARRIS Self-Service Grocery Food Center of The Dare Beaches Complete line of Groceries, Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Phone 102 Nags Head Nags Head, N. C. NAGS HEAD MOTOR COURT HOT WATER AND BATHS IN EVERY COTTAGE Everything for Modern Living AVAILABLE ALL YEAR 300 Yards North of Carolinian Hotel Phones 111 and 1003 Nags Head, N. C. Tur fID Q T f AN V INN AND OCEAN FRONT HOTEL n L r 11\ 1 vul v n i inn offering many advantages FAMED FOR GOOD FOOD ALL OUTSIDE ROOMS QUIET AND COOL A LEADING OCEAN FRONT HOTEL Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Midgett, Props. NAGS HEAD, N. C. PHONE NAGS HEAD 402 or 503 HOTEL NAGS HEADER NOW BIGGER AND BETTER ' ‘ I Here is a hotel among the top hotels of the beach, with modern facilities and splendid food. Conveniently located for fishermen and tourists and near the most important centers of business. ARRANGEMENTS MADE FOR FISHERMEN and GUIDES FOR OREGON INLET and COLINGTON G. C. CULPEPPER, JR., Manager POINT HARBOR GRILL- EXTENDS GREETINGS TO ITS NEIGHBORS ON THE BEACH Currituck County’s Newest and largest eating place, next to Wright Bridge. Mrs. Ruth Midgett Griggs, for merly of Buxton, Dare County, welcomes her old friends and neighbors. SPECIALIZING IN SEA FOODS, CHICKEN and FINE STEAKS WALTON and RUTH GRIGGS, Mgrs. OPEN APRIL 12 TO NOV. 1— HOTEL KITTY HAWK At Kill Devil Hills Among the newest of hotels on the beach, with the proper surroundings and atmosphere to make your visit enjoyable. Everything new, and the best of service. A few yards south of the Coast Guard Station at Kill Devil Hills. Mr. and Mrs. E. V. Melson Phone Nags Head 215 “ Kill Devil Hills, N. C. You’ll Enjoy a Vacation here! THE ARLINGTON Nags Head North Carolina “The Most Unusual Beachhead on the Atlantic” OFFERS YOU: Surf Bathing . . . Fishing . . . Sand Dunes . . . Relaxation . . . Life is informal at Nags Head, and restful. The atmosphere, and delightful sea breezes are superb. Cool Outside Rooms, surrounded by spacious porches. Food of the finest quality—and all that you can eat! For Information address THE ARLINGTON Tel, 704 Nags Head, North Carolina THE OASIS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT NEAR THE LITTLE BRIDGE New Open Air Dining Room Securely Screened From All But the Breeze FISH DINNERS, SHRIMP, STEAMED CRABS, CLAMS Boats, Bait, Tackle, Guides Fishing Nearby, By Day or Hour Mr. and Mrs. Paul (Dick) Gray, Props. GREGORY’S STORE Phone 113 Kill Devil Hills, N. C. A Wide Line of FISHING TACKLE Groceries COTTAGES FOR RENT Rates Half Price After Labor Day Open All Year H. B. CULPEPPER RETAIL ICE FRESH SEAFOODS Centrally Located. Phone 804 Constant, Dependable Ice Service for 20 Years. Choice Fish, Clams, Shrimp, etc. ICE SERVICE FROM DOOR TO DOOR Horatio B. Culpepper, Owner. Completely New—Uniquely Different THE SEA RANCH Newest Hotel on the Beach A strikingly different hotel with everything new, just recently open. Fine food, comfort at its best. Reas onable rates include three meals. Mr. and Mrs. H. Travis Sykes Phone Kitty Hawk 105 THE CROAT AN HOTEL Overlooking the Wright Memorial Established As a Leading Hotel Catering To A Clientele Who Wish Good Food, Rest and Quiet MR. AND MRS. RUSSELL A. GRIGGS, PROPS. Telephone Kill Devil Hills 308 ♦ FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 1951
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