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About Griffin daily news. (Griffin, Ga.) 1924-current | View Entire Issue (Oct. 25, 1977)
ff-o- IW| Bobby Dunn Bobby Dunn commission candidate Bobby Dunn made this statement in connection with his candidacy for the Board of City Commissioners: “In announcing as a can didate for the Board of City Commissioners, I would like to ask you for your vote and sup port. “Being a life-long resident of our city, I have watched the improvements made throughout the years, and I realize how necessary it is to continue to grow and change with the times. Decisions by the Board of City Commissioners must always be made for the best interests of our citizens and not from a personal viewpoint. You cannot be against everything and believe that progress will be made. “I know what you expect from your commissioner, and I will do everything to live up to that expectation." R. L. Norsworthy Norsworthy seeking reelection R. L. (Skeeter) Norsworthy issued this statement in con nection with his candidacy for reelection to the board of city commissioners: I am once again seeking reelection. As many of you know, Griffin is the City in which I was bom and raised. My wife and I have raised 3 daughters in this city. Our oldest “Terri” teaches 6th grade at Beaverbrook School. Angie is a student at Gordon Junior College, and Kim is a student at Junior High Unit 111. I have a sincere love and interest in the “City of Griffin”. I love the people and enjoy serving them. I feel we have made much progress in City Government, in away that has given more people than ever before a chance to have voice in all decisions that are made. I have always weighed each problem and decision very thoroughly as to how it would best benefit the people. My main objective is to have open, honest and responsive Government. I have never shown any favoritism to any special groups, person, or places, no matter how large or small they may be. My decision has always been on whether it is legal, fair and honest. It will continue to be in this same manner that I will serve you. We have made more progress in street paving, sewerage expansion, have helped create more businesses and shopping centers than ever before, of which I am very proud to have been a part I would like to thank you for all your support during my past years in office and ask that you once again give me the chance to represent you in this city. I will be grateful for your support and vote on Nov. Bth. Thank you. Commission session City board again ducks bond stand The Board of City Com missioners has refused to take a stand on the Nov. 8 school bond issue for the second time. The vote of 3 to 2 was the same this morning as it was a week ago when Commissioners Louis Goldstein, Ernest (Tiggy) Jones and R. L. (Skeeter) Norsworthy agreed that the board should not attempt to influence the public and the matter should be left for the people to decide. Commissioner Dick Mullins who raised the question both times said it was not intended to influence the public but “they have a right to know how we as MAXWELL FURNITURE’S ANNUAL 1/2 PRICE FLOOR SAMPLES SALE 3D AY SON LY £ K BEDROOM M BEDDING 4/2 S LIVING O || FURNITURE S’ PRICE ROOM I . l Hurry,Limited Quantities! ■ " IIVM TUB * \ J ■ No matter what you need...dresser and MH 5 E| IDE? Ihl rn ' rror - chest > nightstand or headboard - I VllvC ...you'll probably find what you are j| f 'F'. *■' ‘ TZTibm ' i'NLt . Pl'' * t looking for. You'll find the Price Right JJjRf Many One of a Kukl. Cuhos, Credenzas too, Now that we've Reduced This tKjh f>l Rug Remnants .ind Much, Much More" Group t 0... * mPIF -=s. lu Large Selection of Sofas, w / OSm Rockers, Recliners, Loveseats, etc.|T Mlnii 4 ,B® Many Styles & Colors! Out They, 1 ; mis HHIVt ||| ENDS PRICE M Go At 1/2 Price Savings! LT g LAMPS, PICTURES /mTURET/ 1/2 T □ MIRRORS, PLANTS REDUCED W ’ AS MUCH AS Mb. ACCESSORIES 2 0% Ci PRICE • li’ 1 OR MORE Jt>* WJ OUR ENTIRE ACCESSORY STOCK k ' v. a' m ii.HJnT ATTHE UNBELIEVABLE LOW ■ ‘f’****’ I.JIJWK »Y W'W s is i®? LIVING ROOM TABLES g 11 Big Selection of Matched Sets, gH /f\ ]M| Jjif™ Bm /One of a Kinds and Discontinued 1/ Jm I / ■ W Items—Many Styles & Finishes! 17 i-rinv-t || pRJCE || elected officials stand.” Mayor Raymond Head agreed. Both Head and Mullins have come out in favor of the bond issue. Norsworthy said he will make his position known Thursday night at an open forum of candidates. Jones also said he would take a stand individually. The event will be held in the city hall courtroom and will begin at 7:30 p.m. It is spon sored by the League of Women Voters. In other action during this morning's commission meeting, the revote on federally financed apartment complexes was the same as several months ago, 3 to 2. Head and Mullins favored the HUD projects, while Jones, Norsworthy and Goldstein were opposed. “I’m not against government subsidized housing for the aged and handicapped, but I am against it for people who won’t work,” Goldstein said. He asked Head how he would like for the government to come in and finance a new dry cleaning establishment, in competition with Head’s business, then give people cheaper rates. He noted the board already had approved rental assistance to the aged and handicapped and new housing for the aged. “I’m against HUD apartment complexes which would be paid for by the federal government. We have too much government as it is,” he said. City Manager Roy Inman said he had two inquiries in the last two weeks from builders in Atlanta about the matter. Ramps along the street curbs at downtown intersections may be constructed during the coming months. Inman said the Griffin Page 3 Kiwanis Club is working on the project. The city also is looking into the possibility of reserving several parking spaces near the high school stadium for the handicapped during football games next year. The city has had requests for the spaces. Tonight’s meeting will begin at 7:30 and will include con sideration of several purchases. The most expensive is a motor grader which will cost more than $42,000. Next Tuesday morning’s meeting has been canceled since Inman will be attending The International City Managers Association con vention in Atlanta. — Griffin Daily News Tuesday, October 25,1977 •«.VT Pamela’s Prissy Pillows: M Lq I Purchase one of Pamela’s hand fashioned 1 Bl o/ / ; pillows, all plump and pretty, or order ; ' custom-made pillows for Christmas. . JBL >0,1 L • ! Pamela’s Antiques and Gif to • J 1104 Memorial Drive -227-9047 j ' Open Weekdays 1:30 til ( P.M. and on Saturdays!} Jb (?’ o .O. o .6. 0 Q Ay
