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Volume 50. E A S T E R ITS SIGNIFANCE Contributed by Mrs. F. C. Sagar Easter is celebrated annually in our country, and in many other parts of the world. The Easter festival is one of the oldest, and its name is derived from “Ostera” or “Eastre,” the trutonic goddess of Spring. Easter is generally regarded as a Christian institution, altho many students of sacred history tell us that, while Easter commemorates the Resurrection of Christ, the origin dates back many hundreds of years, and is really antedates Christianity. The Jewish Feast of the Passover and the old Tentonic festival of “Ostera” occurred about the same time each year, and so it was that the early Church com bined these two into one great day which was made to commemorate the Resurrection of Christ. We are accustomed, and have been since childhood, to regard Easter with a sacred significance. In our American Christian civi lization, Easter has a proper place, and it is possiible for us to learn many inspiring lessons from the day we regard as the one which commemorates the Risen Christ. In nature’s world, it is resurrec tion time. From the long sleep of winter there is evidence of an awakening. It is Springtime, and every flower, every shrub, every tree, in garden or field or forest gives testimony to that awakening, and everyone is able to see that in the organic world resurrection is an actual fact. From the death and decay of the old plant, there comes anew and larger life. In Nature’s world destruction is not final. Nature finds a resurrection. There is no Spring without a Winter. There is no day without a preceeding night. About us every where we can see that from the ruins of the things that were, there is a birth of the better things. At Easter-time there is no sorrow out—of —doors. In human life rewards come only thru sacrifice “They that sow not, shall not reap”. Self-denial in the law of growth and progress. At Easter time we are more fully able to understand the truth” that men may rise on stepping stones of their dead selves to higher things”. From the Pulpits, our Minister tell us that Easter’s most beautiful lesson lies in its prophecy of Im mortality. Recently a student of sacred history explained to his questioner that while the Easter festival looks back upon the Cross and the Grave, it also points for ward to the crown of Immortal life. The Easter spirit does have for each a message. To many that mesage is an inspiration to nobler living. Larger hopes and loftier aspirations become to each a part of the daily life of the individual who believes in the spiritual Easter “Build thee more stately man sions, O my soul, As the swift season roll! Leave thy low vaulted past! Let each new temple, nobler than the last, Shut thee from heaven with a dome more vast, Till thou at length art free, Leaving thine outgrow shell by life’s unresting sea.” SCHOOL ATTENDANCE School attendance during the month of February was very good. Matt School was best with 93.53 percent. Forsyth County High was second, and Chestatee third. The $5.00 Kiwanis Club Award goes to Mrs. Lois Heard’s 3rd an-! 4th grades. These boys and girls at tended school 95.83 percent of the time. Mrs. Worley’s Ist grade and Mrs. Walls’ sth and 6th grades at Matt also attended better than 95 percent. T. W. Nalls, Visiting Teacher. COOPERATION “What would you do if I kissed you?” asked the timid sailor. "I’d yell,” replied the girl. Time passed and nothing at all happened. Then she whispered, “But not loud enough for anybody to hear me.” The Forsyth County News OFFICIAL ORGAN OF FORSYTH COUNTY & CITY OF CUM MING DEVOTED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF FORSYTH. FULTON, CHICRO REE, DAWSON. LUMPKIN, HALL AND GWINNETT COUNTIES. (City Population 2,500) Georgia Youth Wins National Script Writing Contest James W. Rachels, Jr., Colum bus high school student, has been announced as the national winner of this year’s “Voice of Demo cracy” scriptwriting contest by Grady C. Pittard, Jr., Commander of the Department of Georgia, Veterans of Foreign Wars and John M. Outler, Jr., representing the Georgia Association of Broad casters, co-chairmen of the Georgia contest which was sponsored by the VFW and GAB. Jimmy will receive a $1500.00 journalism scholarship, to be used at any school he may cnoose. Three runners-up will receive $500.00 scholarships offered by the Uni versity of Missouri. The young winner wat selected in December as the Georgia en trant and received an all-expense trip to Washington D. C. to appear in the national competition this month. The contest is sponsored jointly by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the National Association of Broadcasters, and their units and affiliates, on national, state and loci levels. Ech contestant was required to write and deliver a three to five minute script giving his views on the democracy under which he fives. This speech was tape-record ed and judged on a school, school system and state basis. The contest in Columbus was cri-sponsored by Moina Michael Post 665 of the VFW and the WRBL Radio and TV stations. This is the first year the VFW has been invited to co-sponsor this program and under its leadership the number of Georgia entries was more than triple these of any previous year. The national winner is 17 and the son of Mr. and Mrs. James W. Rachels, Sr. He was the 1958 win ner of the Georgia Scholastic Press Association citation for sports writ ing and is also active in o'her school affairs. He is a member of the National Honor Society. Boys Glee Club and the Debating Team at Jordon High School. He is very active in church work and has planned a career in the field of Religious Education He is president of the Youth Choir and past president of the Baptist Train ing Union of his church. He is also president of the Key Club and a Lt. Governor for the District Key Clubs. [ A. S. C. NE W S If you are a cotton farmer with an allotment, and are not going to tend it in 1959, you have until April 1, 1959 to release it. By re leasing this allotment the County Committee can reapportion it to farmers that would like to have additional acreage to plant. April 1, 1959 is also the deadline for requesting additional cotton acreage. In asking for this addi tional cotton acreage, try to be sure to plant it. If you get the additional acreage you request and for some reason you fail to get it planted, the county will lose the amount of acreage not planted. March 16, 1959 is the final date for making your Choice (A) or Choice (B) allotment for cotton. If you have made a choice al ready and have decided since mak ing the choice, that the other choice would be better or more pro fitable for you, you may correst this choice anytime before March 16, 1959. This may be done in the ASC County office before tv.e March 16, deadline. THE GENIUS "Dad, it says here tha certain man was a financial genius. What does tht mean?” “That he could earn money fast er than his family could spend It” Cumming Georgia, Thursday, March 12, 1959. Grand & Petit Jurors Drawn For March Term, 1959 Grand Jury , 1. Weldon Corn | 2. C. B. Benson | 3. U. P. Pirkle i 4. Jess Wallace ! 5. R. L. Conner | 6. Waylon Tallant 7. B. H. Martin ! 8. Rupert H. Bramblett ; 9. H. F. Tribble ' 10. Carl Curtis 111. Clyde Pendley 12. Warren M. Foster 1 13. John W. Westray 14. Harley Hamby 115. Z. H. Frady 116. C. C. Walls ! 17. John V. Green 18. Guy Tinsley [l9. J. C. Vaughan, Jr. 1 20. Mather Jennings 21. E. C. Waldrip 122. Vernie Harris j 23. Z. D. Brannon 24. Joel T. Tallant 25. H. R. Bramblett 26. Wayne Cory 27. Paul B. Brackett 28. Henry C. Vernon 1 29. Galdston Sudderth ! 30. James Dewey Holbrook Petit Jury 1. R. D. Garrett 2. Ralph Cowart < 879th) 3. B. H. Freeman 4. Tate Smith 5. W. N. Green 6. J. H. Pruitt 7. Thad Bramblett 8. Wayne Mundy 9. L. C. Majors 10. Larry Watson 11. S. C. Williams ,12. Winford Durand 13. Tommy Westray 14. C. D. Reid 15 M. E. Estes 16. Bob Chastain 17. L. D. Martin 18. M. C. Echols 19. A. E. Grindle 20. Charles S. Mathison 21. Levi T. Barren 22. Tyson Carnes 23. Marcus Reed 24. J. Herb lit Cant! ell 25. Hoyt Standford ! 26. Horace Boling 27. Egbert Turner ' 28. Gilbert Evans 29* Paul Cagle 30. Melvin Thomason 31. R. L. McClure 32. J. C. Martin 33. Clarence Pilcher 34. E. R. Pruitt 35. W. 11. Warren 36. E. H. Hansard 137. W. M. Caine 38. Tommy J. Garrett 139. Leland Watson 140. Jerry Harris ill. R. W. Hardman ■42. J. H. Boling | 43. Frank Bearden ! 44. Hubert J. Bennett '45. A. B. Roper 46. C. W. Yarbrough, Sr. ■ 47. Winford W. Burruss 148. L. M. James 49. Walter Porter 50. George Parker 51. Samuel L. Burruss 52. Lendon Whitmire 53. Guy W. Castleberry 54. W. F. Bannister 55. James M. Hughes 56. Roy Bennett (1351) 57. Henry Chadwick 58. Hoyt Burton 59. Major Burruss 60. H. G. Hardin 61. J. C. Gilleland 62. Ford Phillips 63. Wallace Tatum 64. Roscoe W. Moon 65 Guy Shoemak© 66. W. M. Cowart midway service center WINS AWARD FOR THIRD LARGEST SEI.LER The Bryant Heating and Air Con ditioning Company held their An nual meeting at the Biltmore Hotel, Monday and Tuesdayy, March 2nd and 3rd, 1959. Our local Bryant dealer, Midway Service Center, Bud Boles and Don Covington attended and received their award for being Third largest seller of Bryant Heating equipment in the state of Georgia. L. H. Tribble Elected V. President Of \rmored Express Armored Express of Atlanta, Inc. has named L. H. Tribble vice prtsi dent in charge of operations. Mr. Tribble has had wide experience in the armored car and security field, said H. K. Garges, Jr., presi dent of the firm. Mr. Garges said the firm recently completed 10 years of armored car service to banks and commercial firms in the Atlanta area. L. H„ is the son of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Tribble of Cumming. His many friends are glad to learn that Forsyth Countains still seem to be recognized for their ability in the field of their endeavor. Congratulations to you L. H. IN MEMORY OF BROTHER WILLIAM J. POOLE Be it remembered, that on Feb ruary 14, 1959, Brother William J. Poole departed this life having fulfilled the designs of life’s tres tle-board, has passed through the Portals of Eternity to the Grand Lodge above where he has receiv ed “The White Stone with a New l Name”. We have indeed lost a true friend and brother. Brother Poole was a faithful member of LaFayette Lodge for more than 30 years. He fulfilled the duties of Life extremely well by serving his Church, his neigh bor and his Lodge unselfishly and untiringly, He was a true Mason at heart, a devoted father and a true companion. We sorrow at the passing of our Brother but we humblv bow to the call of the One who knows best and doeth all things well. The cherished memory of our derailed Brother will be enshrined in our hearts and memory forever. Be it Resolved that 1. To the family and loved ones of our departed Brother we express our deepest heartfelt sympathy. 2. This Lodge stand a few mom ents in silence in memory of our departed Brother. 3. This resolution be recorded in the. permanent files and re cords of this Lodge. 4. A copy of this resolution be delivered to the family. 5. A copy be furnished the For syth County News for publi cation. Respectfully submitted in open Lodge this 3rd day of March 1959. COMMITTEE: Lloyd G. Wright H. Grady Savage Roy Beaty, Jr. WHAT DOES GOD THINK ABOUT ME? In a fashionable gathering in London a lady came up to Dr. Jowett, the great preacher, and said Dr. Jowett, I am so glad to meet you. I want to ask you a question. “What do you think about God.” "Dr. Jowett said. “It matters very little what I think about God but it matters very much what God thinks about me.” The "rubber glove touch” is the method used by scientist in tear ing apart and analyzing a prob lem they attempt to use that same method in understanding God. Can the creature fully undestand the Creator? Can the finite (human mind) fully comprehend the in finite mind of God? The man who uses this “rubber glove” method accepts what his human mind (h’is way of thinking) will accept and discards or ignores or fails to believe the readation ot God in Christ. So many of our would be Christian leaders have failed to accept the fact that Jesus Christ is the son of God and that he is the revelation of God to man. If that is denied we have nothing left except relative truth. The only absolute truth is the truth of God as revealed in Christ. Jesus said. “I am the way, the truth and the life no man eometh unto the Father but by me.” To know what God thinks of me will help me think God’s thoughts after Him. “Without faith it is impossible to please God.” W. R. CALLAWAY County Population 15,000. truett McConnell jr., college Re-ELECT MR. ROY P. OTWELL PRESIDENT OF BOARD The Board of Trustees of Truett- McConnell College met at the Cspt tol City Club in Atlanta on Febru ary 2. Mr. Roy P. Otwell of Cum ming was re-elected President of the Board, Mr. Warren P. Sewell of Breman was re-elected Vice president, Mr. Gelon E. Wasdin of Breman was elected Secretary and Mr. G. B. Foulder was elected Treasurer. j Mr. Dean S. Paden was elected [chairman of the finance commit [tee; Rev. Grady Jarrard of Gaines- Iville was named chairman of the [personnel committee; and Mr. Geo. |C. Alexander the chairman of pro [ perties committee. These men have ! served in these positions for many years. The most notable action of the Trustees was their voting to begin construction on anew Cafeteria building on the college campus. The dining hall facilities of the college were destroyed by fire a year ago. The contract was given to the Harpers contractors of S. C., at the bid price of $82,290.00 ac cording to Dr. Joe H. Miller, Presi dent of the College. This building constitutes the third on the 410 acre college campus in the last four years. This cafeteria building will have the seating capacity of 216 and may easily serve a student body of 500. Logan and Williams of Atlanta are the Architect. The building is of the latest design and materials. When completed it will be the finest building on the campus. Truett-McConnell is owned and operated by the Georgia Baptist Convention and because of the greatest success of convention’s eapitol funds program, and success ful matching funds by the college, this building program is being realized. The members of the Trustees are: Roy P. Otwell, Cumming: George C. Alexander, McDonough; Clarence McLanahan, Elberton; Joe Abstance, Bowden; Paul Williams, Athens: G. B. Moulder, Suwanee; W. Q. Higdon, Copperhill; Cliff Kimsey, Cornelia; Dr. Thomas Fields, LaG range; Cope Ozier, Bowden; Lee.Routh, Dalton; War ren P. Sewell, Breman; W. L. Alli- Aon, Cleveland; Rev. Solon C. Couch, Calhoun; Mrs. L. H. Aber nathy, Blue Ridge; Owen C. Mc- Connell, Atlanta; Dr. Warner E. Fusselle, Gainesville; Henry McD. Tichenor, Monroe; Dean S. Paden, Atlanta; H. G. Jarrard, Gainesville; Joe Taylor, Augusta; Gelon E. Wasdin, Breman; Henry F. Barks dale, Atlanta; Jimmy Waters, Ma con; R. A. Waldrop, Atlanta; Win ford Pool, Winder; Rev. York Chambless, Smyrna. Cravey Pledges Fight To Better Rural Economy ATLANTA— Declaring he would devote the remainder of his long political career, “as I have always done”, to the uplifting of the “little man’s economy, Comptroller-Gen eral Zack D. Cravey today said he was renewing his fight for the use of more retirement finds in Georgia's rural industrial develop ment. Mr. Cravey, member of several Retirement Boards, pointed out that less than 10 to 15 percent of the approximately 140 million dol lars which the Boards now have are so invested. “This fact presents a challenge to all persons with authority or in fluence. They must see that this money, paid into the Boards treas ury by Georgia people, is used to create jobs and paychecks for their fellow citizens,” he declared. “Many of our rural people are in a protracted depression and, having been a farmer myself, I know what hardships such entails. “These people are ready, able and willing to work. They should have jobs and nearby factories can provide these. “With foresight and ingenuity wise investments from funds al ready available can locate these plants. That they will prove pro fitable my be gleaned from the Number 11- A Wonderful Trip Miss Kathleen McClure, an 4 mother, Mrs. C. L. McClure nX Oakwood, Georgia and an AxxM Mrs. Thad Burruss of Cvimmi*®. made an extended trip of recent date, through Florida and fining an invitation to visit their roust* Captain David A. Harris and wif*- who are stationed at Green Cbve Springs. Cptain Harris has charge of * large fleet of vessels of numerous, types anchored in harbor of St Johns River. He will be retired perhaps in another year where h* has already served thirty years or more. David, is the second son of Oot and rMs. C. L. Harris who once lived in Cumming a number of years ago, moving to Cordele. The party, including Mrs. Davi# Harris, drove to St. Augustine. A tour of the more ancient parts of the city, with the very narrow streets, some of cobblestone, the oldest sehoolhous in U. S. A. and •other landmarks convince you of its age. And there are many inter esting places to visit, such as the Wax Museum an old Spanish Fort and others. A long drive brought the patty to beautiful Daytona Beach. Thr day was cold and clear, with stiff winds and a rough ocean, topped with white caps as far as the eye could see. A most beutiful sight that all enjoyed. While here the party visited with the Robert Moore family who live in Dahlonega, Georgia. They were staying at their laige beach home. “The Monte Carlo” whilp attendinr the famous car races at Daytona, race track s they do each year. The visiting over, a wonderful lunch, a tour of the city and itts lovely beach, then a drive out to the Daytona tracks where both cars and Dog racing are held each year. Seeing the boys “warming: up” for races to follow on Sunday I was thrilling. On returning home, a look at Okefenokee Swamps, an overnight visit with close friends at Brnns wick, Georgia and home again. With hearts of gratitude to eachi who contributed to their comfort and happiness, they agree that th- Great Creator has given North Georgia a real share of beauty and a great citizenry of which they are very proud. Brownie Scout News The Brownie Scoutts met Satur* day, March 7, 1959, 10 A. M., at the lovely new home of one of the members, Joan McCarty. The work project for this meet ing was the art of making pillove cases. There were many different colors in print. We helped Joan McCarty cele brate her 10th bbirthday. She sere ed her birthday cake with cokes* which delighted us all. After this we toasted marshmallow in tire Den fireplace. The Brownie Scouts present were: Joan McCarty, Linda Valen tine, Vivian Mclntyre, Norma Roe, Susan Gravitt, Peggy SudderOv Judy Smith, Gail Bramblett, Susan Bagley, Nancy Boggan, Trena Dunn, Beverly Pittard and Elaine Coots. We are sorry to report Teres*. Barrett was ill and could not at tend this meeting. Many thanks tto Joan and ber mother, Mrs. McCarty for beidjf* such gracious hostesses. Nancy Boggan, Reporter high satisfaction new plants 4* Georgia are finding in the state** climate, its labor, its ready acces sibility to market and its unique form of government.” Comptroller-General Cravey said he had met opposition to his pro ject for using Georgia money for Georgia benefit in the past and expected more in the future.