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®A Prize-Winning Newspaper Better Newspaper Contests VOL. 98 NO. 26 Davis Withdraws From Senate Race General's Flag Given to Perry The American Flag which draped the casket of General Courtney H. Hodges has been presented to the City of Perry and will be displayed under General Hodges’ portrait at the Perry Public Library. The flag was presented to the city by Mrs. Mildred Lee Hodges, th widow of Perry’s most famed soldier. General Hodges was one of the best known generals of World War II and led the First Army across Europe and into Berlin. General Hodges was born tmd reared in Perry. The case displaying the flag was made by Thomas Mason •Jr., nephew of General Hodges. One of the ceremonies which impressively illustrates the symbolism of the U.S. flag, is the raising of the flag at the be ginning of each day on govern ment installations, and lowering and furling it at the end of the day—when day is done, work is over, and rest is ahead. Another, like unto that sym bolic rite, is the custom of cov ering the casket of a departed soldier with the U. S. flag. As the casket is lowered, the flag is removed, folded with military precision and presented to the nearest relative of the soldier. The meaning is the same. For the departed soldier, the day is done, life’s work is over and eternal rest awaits him. THERMOMETER REACHES FOR 100 DECREES Perryans hurried from one air conditioned place to another this week as the thermometer reach ed toward 100 like a small boy reaching for a ripe peach. The official weatherman in Ma con said 97 was the top reading this week on Tuesday. Perry has no official thermometer but local residents believed that Per ry might have been just a couple degrees higher. Dark skies brought promise, but no rain, but the weatherman says some rain is on the way. NEWCOMERS Newcomers to Perry in re cent days, as reported to the Chamber of Commerce, in clude; Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Stickney, ? 04 Elko Road. Mr. and Mrs. George T. Biggs, 705 Pine Ridge St. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Al dridge, 1508 Windsor Road. Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Shivers, 1216 Georgia Ave. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nipper, Houston Lake Drive. Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Rey nolds, 1625 Marshall Circle. Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. San do, 1415 Elizabeth Ave. NEWS | Houston County Hospital *»tt Smith dismissed. ; anel Stiner dismissed. Delxjrah Roberts dismissed. , B Slrawder dismissed. Mary c. Purdue admitted, unda Rogers admitted. Peach County Hospital ! '- rr y Hancock admitted. Richard Berry dismissed. •lugh Walley dismissed. Neve West dismissed. i; idy West dismissed. ,'eorge McGinty dismissed, aricia Mullis dismissed. ‘■urgie Jones dismissed. -/onelle Borders dismissed. ‘ a 'bin Askew dismissed. dph Swanson dismissed, cia May Robinson admitted, irnas Griffin Jr. dismissed. Robert McDonald entered 1 Hospital Wednesday to ergo ma J°r surgery on Thurs- V rv R Vance is a patient in the ‘ a (m Hospital. " s ■ Olive Calhoun had as her s Friday her sister, s ., E ' F Roper of Laurel Hill, . an d her nephew, James • ‘-b. and Mrs. Smith and son Emporia, Va. They were en ",f from a vacation at " d >tona Beach. Roger Davis, mayor of Warner Robins, withdrew from the race for the state senate post repre senting four counties, leaving Senator Stanley E. Smith without opposition. Mr. Davis said since his daughter,Miss Burma Ann Davis, had won the title of “Miss Georgia”, he decided that he would not have time to campaign for political office and take part in the many festivities connect ed with the “Miss America” pageant. Mr. Davis said he will seek re-election as mayor of Warner Robins. Senator Smith is assured of another term in the senate since he has no Democratic or Repub lican opposition. Mr. Smith and Mr. Davis were scheduled to compete for the Democratic nom ination. The Democrats and Republi cans will hold a joint primary Sept. 11. Coming Events The Day and Night groups ol the WMS of the First Baptist Church will meet together on Monday, July 1, at 7 p. m. to study the new plans for the com ing year. Mrs. Powers Lawson will be in charge of the study. All women of the church are urged to attend. The Sophie Beckham Circle of the First Baptist Church will meet at 10 a. m. Monday. July 1. at the home of Mrs. Spencer Roads. The Elizabeth S. Cooper Circle will meet at 10 a. m. at the home of Mrs. J. B. Davis. St. Christopher’s Epi sc o pal Church will hold Bible School- Day Camp, July lu-19. A worsnip service—Bible school followed by Swimming, Arts and crafts,, softball, vollyball. hiking, bad minton. Ages 8-11. Applications received through July 13 at $0 cost to cover insurance, supplies, equipment. Call 98-2190 or 987- 3442. Rev. Graham Glover, direc tor. The WSCS of the Perry United Methodist Church will meet July 1 at 3:30 p, m. in the Fellowship Hall of the church. The program will be given .by the children who were in Bible School, directed by Mary Rush and Helen Davis. The Houston County Democratic Women will not meet Monday night, July 1. their regular meet ing date, but will continue their voter registration work. STORES, OFFICES TO BE CLOSED ON THE FOURTH Most Perry stores will be clos ed Thursday. July 4, and all gov ernment agencies will be closed for the celebration of Indepen dence Day. No mail will be delivered that day but box holders at the post office will receive their mail. City Hall and the Courthouse will be closed. Perryans Attend FFA-FHA (amp Seven Future Farmers and five Future Homemakers from Perry High School have made reservations to spend the week of June 24-28, at their joint FFA FHA camp, Covington. They will be accompanied by their advi sors, Adiel Ware and Miss Julie Simpson. The camp is operated under the supervision of the Vocational Division of the State Depart ment of Education. FHA members attending will include Judy Singletary, Gloria 1 Singletary, Cindy Smith, Diane j Weekley and Deborah Kay Sims. FFA members attending are Gus Yansom, Jim Scoggins. Sam , Morton, Bill Eason, • Lonnie Me- Clintic and Allen Joiner. SAM MORTON r FFA Reporter ’ Mr. and Mrs. Jim Thompson j and daughter, Angela, returned 1 to their home in Griffin Tuesday after a visit of several days with t her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hen ry Matthews. The Houston Home Journal **■ -• Man, That Water Looks Cool This group of youngsters, along with their parents, checked in at the New Perry Motel early Tuesday afternoon to get away from the heat. They are from Kentucky and they said if was so hot and the pool looked so inviting that they decided to stop and take a dip. (Home Journal Photo). 44 Teams Enter Tournament Here Forty-four teams have signed up to enter the annual 4-Ball In vitational Tournament at Perry Country Club Sunday, beginning at 8:30 a. m. The teams will play the first nine holes to qualify for four flights. Winners in each flight will receive a golf bag. umbrel la, and 12 balls. Second place winners will receive a pair of golf shoes and third place win ners will receive a rainsuit. Tee-off times were listed by Pro Wiltz Bernard as lollows: 8:30, D. Horwitz, C. Barwick, S. Smith, H. E. Smith. 8:38, L, Gunter, B. Blanken ship, M. Horwitz, G. Dunham. 8:444, E. Williams, S. Keller, R. Murphey, R. Nelson. 8:54, D. Sweeney, L. Miller, D. Rubin, S. Keeney. 9:02, H. Stefiantni, W. San dridge, D. Weatherall, M. Mor row. 9:10, J. Howell, A. Hix, J. Strong, R. Johnston. 9:18, W. Gray, S, Hickson, M. Waller, B. Gordon. 9:26, A. Pratt, A. Lassiter, C. Free. R. Free. 9:34, R, Baggett, T. Noland, D. Fennell, F. Fennell. 9:42, Dr. Talbert, S. Talbert, B. Clifton, partner. 9:50. J. Rogers, J. Smith, J. Cawthon. D, Parkinson. 9:58. D. Whitten, W. C. Harri son. S. Patton. R. Childs. 10:06. A. Vuxta. B, Brown. C. Borders. B, Atwater. 10:14. D. Moore. R. Self. G. Curtis, L. Vest. 10:22, Dr. Hair, J. Gallagher. C. Thompson, H. Roberts. 10:30, J. Whidden, D, Oppen helm. B. Person. S. Stewart. 10:38, M.. Beavers, D. Potts. J. Hathaway. J. Michels. 10:46. A. Lassiter. B. Bledsoe. G. Talbert, E, Wiggins. 10:54, A. Sams Jr., B, Woori hall.'M. Volk, E. Barfield. 11:02, Dr, Graham, S. Jack son, E. P. Staples, B. Brannin, 11:10, J. Hartness, D. Carson, L. Leonard, S. Giles. 11:18, A. Aultman, R. Jackson, N. Parker, B. Jones. CARD OF THANKS We are sincerely grateful to the many friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy, with flowers and cards during my stay in the Peach County Hos pital and since I’ve been home. Lucile and Marris Johnson. WRITE A LETTER TO EDITOR PERRY, HOUSTON COUNTY, GA. 31069, THURSDAY. JUNE 27, 1968 Perryan Named Ga. 'Vet of Year’ Dr. Felix Smith of Perry whs chosen as “Georgia Veterinari an of the Year” by the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association in convention at Jekyll Island Tuesday morning. The annual award goes to the outstanding veterinarian in the state who is recognized for his service to the public and to the profession. Dr. Smith, a native of Florida who was reared in Cordele, re ceived his degree from the Uni versity of Georgia in 1950. Dur ing World War 11, he was a pilot in the U. S. Air Corps. He is a member of the official board of the Perry United Methodist Church, a member of the Civilan Club and active in veterans affairs. Methodists Conduct Program for Youths Summer youth activities are al ready well on their way to an exciting and meaningful season at the Perry United Methodist Church. A varied program is planned for all age groups. Last week Bible School set the stage (or Tuesday and Thursday Clubs. Boys and girls in the Pri mary department 'grades 1-3) meet every Tuesday from 9:30 until 11:30 a. m. for singing, Bible siudy, story time in the library, and craft activities. Thursday is the special day for the Juniors (grades 4-6). The young people come at 10 loaded with lunch, Bible, and swimming suit for a day of fun and learn ing. This year the girls will study the "Women of the Bible”, while the boys will be led in discus sions about the "Men of the Bi ble”. The Heart of Perry Motel provides a nearby place for the Juniors to swim. Those helping to make this pro gram a success are Carol Blood worth. Louise Talton, Kay Row ell. Elsie Neidig, Alice Phelps, Jim Worrall, Steve Pace, Dr. Leonard Cochran, Rev. J, B. Smith, Helen Davis, and Mary Kush. For the MYF’ers there is a special activities night for each age group. The Junior High's meet on Tuesday night: the Sen ior High’s on Wednesday night. Wl > DR. FELIX SMITH The College group plans and carries out their own program on Tuesday evening. Thursday evening the 9 o'clock choir, consisting mostly of the youth, practice at 7 under the direction of Helen Davis. Friday morning the MYE’ young people meet together in the Fel lowship Hall for breakfast, which they prepare themselves, follow ed by Bible study and prayer. Youth Commitment Week will be July 21-26. The Rev. Dick Reese will be the platform speak er each night in the sanctuary. On Friday of that week all the MYF will go to Six Flags Over Georgia for a day of fellowship and fun. Dooly Camp Meeting will be the next week. July 28-August 2. The Rev. Billy Key will be one ol the speakers. .All are urged to attend this activitiy. We invite you to join in our busy summer at the Perry Unit ed Methodist Church. BAPTISMAL SERVICES AT FIRST BAPTIST Eleven candidates for member* 1 ship were baptised in services 1 at the First Baptist Cnurch ’ Sunday night. Rev. Dan M. Hod • ges officiated at the baptismal • service. *’*"*' 1111 SSm^ 7 - < t , jj| >| yg ■•Whai M , . m>. a-—. i^i' * f!!^«fci.. One Way to Beat the Heat This youngster swimming at Houston L-ke Country Club Sunday was beat ing the heat the best way possible. The pools at both country clubs, Ochlahatchee and the local motels have been busy all week. (Home Journal Photo). I Council Receives Sidewalk (onlract Perry’s city council received a state contract for paving one half mile of sidewalks on More land and Tucker Streets, rezoned one trnel on Gaines Drive for an apartment and rejected a re zoning request on Gaines for a mobile home park at last Thurs day’s meeting. Councilman D. K. (Dot ) Hough ton presented a $5,500 state con tract for sidewalk paving to Street Chairman Alton Hardy. “The mayor said 1 had been nit-picking so I want to show him I’ve been working for the city,” Mr. Houghton said. “I want to present this contract to the streetchairman”. W. G. Mullins hud requested rezoning of two tracts on Gaines Drive, one for an apartment com plex, which was approved, and one for a mobile home park, which was rejected. In other action, the council: Passed an ordinance to pave Bradley Street, with property owners sharing costs with the city; Approved employment of Ray mond Howard us a policeman and Mrs. Arm Hunt as a permanent employee of the utilities de partment; Ordered a study of city pay scales to work toward ruisirg wages to the federal minimum ; pay; Ordered notices be sent to all , local residents who hud not purchased city bumper registra tion decals. The county vehicle registration lists were studied ! to gel the names of the city res idents who hud not registered their vehicles with the city, and I 575 cards were sent out,. Authorized the placing of a security light at the city’s Myr tle Field Airport; Accepted a bid of $1,875 from ; Moody Motor Co. for a Ford pickup after rejecting a bid of 1 $1,649 from NeSmith Motor Co. for a Datsun pickup; Accepted u bid of 13.69 cents per gallon from Gulf Oil Co. to supply gasoline to the city for a 1 year; Heard a suggestion from Councilman Richard Goodroe • that if a referendum is held on low cost housing for Perry, it would be a good time to have a vote on whether the people favor or oppose a fulltime mayor. Miss Linda L. Graham, daugh ter of Dr. and Mrs. C. E. Gra ham of Perry, was named to the Dean’s LLst for the Spring quar ter at West Georgia College, Carrollton. /r. OANS*SAVING bank , I~TEMP /<4oTlo\ Would You Believe . . . 99? The thermometer at Perry Loan & Savings Bank climbed for the first time this summer to the 100 degree mark. The hot da, was Tuesday of this week. Everyone who had air-conditioning and could get to it, headed for the cool. (Home Journal Photo). 'Crossroads United Methodist’ Chosen as New Church’s Name Al the morning worship on Sunday, June 16, the New Meth odist Church elected Trustees and the Administrative Board of Stewards for the coming year. The Board of Trustees includes Milton Beckham, chairman; Ver non Bentz and Holmes Cunning ham. Those elected to the Bor ad of Stewards are Ashton Jones, chairman; John Houser, vice chairman; Furman Cliett Jr., se cretary; David A. Phelps Jr., treasurer; Harry Bretz, Mrs. Milton Beckham, Tom Daniel, 1 John Bryant, Mrs. Helen Graff and Charles Arnold. Other church officials, including com mission chairmen, will be se lected at a later date. Last Sunday, June 23, the new church voted on a name for the church. Several names were no minated. The congregation, by secret ballot, chose the name “Crossroads United Methodist Church”. Reasons for suggesting 10c PER COPY THIRTY-TWO PAGES THREE SECTIONS ESTABLISHED 1870 the name were that the building of a new church and a genuine church experience is a "cross roads’ in a persons life. Also Perry is known as the “Cross roads of Georgia”. Services are being held at the old sanctuary of the First Bap tist Church. Church School is at 10 a. m., morning worship is at 11 a. m. and evening worship is at 8 p. m. Rev. C. Dick Reese is the pastor. Early Deadline Par July 4 HHJ Since July 4 falls on Thurs day, next week's Home Journ al will be published one day earlier—Wednesday instead of Thursday. For this reason, news and advertising copy must be re- Iceived one day earlier than us ual. We will appreciate your usual fine cooperation.