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Newspaper Page TextPage 2 THE PEMBROKE JOURNAL, Thursday, January 1,1970 Bryan Neck Christmas Doings By Frances Meeks It’s been a great Christmas this year in Bryan Neck, and a festively decorated one from the Belfast River to the far reaches of the Ogeechee. You’ll almost never believe the many Christmas doings planned and carried out in our mini community, some for the first time. The most wonderful event, I think, from an historical point of view, was the community Christmas tree. A quick run down on the cooperation and volunteer efforts involved would reveal the presence of the true Christmas spirit among so many people who never refuse when it comes to community efforts, and who live the Christmas spirit every day in the year. The semi-formal dance spon sored by the High School Stu dent Council was the best one yet. The young folk enjoyed the band and enjoyed being dressed up. Decorations were pretty and delicious refresh ments were served by volun teers Joann Robinson and Shel ley Casey. On the job chap erones again were Gladys Heil man and the Roger Jessups. The England’s ballroom always provides a lovely setting. The annual candlelight Christmas Cantata was the kind of success story all enjoy hear ing. All nineteen voices blend ed into one under the direction of devoted and capable Mrs. Gardna Gill. Bobby Fennell put the final touches on by getting home in time to accompany, thus allowing Mrs. Gil) to di rect. The young people playing the roles of nativity characters did a superb job, as did Mrs. John Heilman, as narrator, who by the way with daughter Judy’s help, designed and made all thirteen costumes from scratch. Pete Murphy’s lighting effects added much. The reception following the Cantata in the Curry Annex was a time of wonderful Christmas fellowship. The outdoor decorations con test went over big. Prizes are plants again this year and are being delivered to individuals winning. Mrs. Fred Newlin represented Richmond Hill Garden Club at the Savannah Area Council’s tea for contest winners. The Tour of Homes was a real joy and leaves such won derful Christmas memories. This year, luminarios, used all over the Southwest, made their first appearance in Richmond Hill outlining the Robert Fen nels drive. The homes were decorated from the front to the back, every nook and cranny, including baths and kitchens. Who could forget that tired Santa soaking his feet under an outdoor tree at the W. W. Speir home? It was a December wedding for Lynn and Jim Heilman out in Fairmount, Minnesota. All the Heilmans attended and re port an enjoyable trip. The young couple are honeymooning at Belfast Lodge. The Harry Singletons from Philadelphia are visiting the Heilmans for the first Christ mas visit in twenty-one years. Mrs. Singleton is John Heil man’s sister. 1 The Wilma Ivey Circle enter tained Lynn Heilman with a bridal shower Friday evening at the E. C. Robinson home. On Sunday afternoon at the Strathy Hall home of Mr. and ' Mrs. C. Neill Baylor a recep tion was held in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Heilman. Co-host ing with the Baylors were Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Foster and Mr. Excellent < Starting Salary Continued •xpamion ha» created permanent opening* 1 for (killed a* well a* unskilled personnel interested In learning metal work ond trailer assembly. Good wages, excellent fringe benefit* including Own* pony paid retirement, major medical hospltolixoHon ond group life insurance. Apply in Person 9:00 A.M. to 9:30 A.M Equal Opportunity Employer GREAT DANE Trailers, Inc. Lathrop Ave. — Savannah, Ga. and Mrs W. W. Meeks, Jr. Saturday was the golden wed ding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. • Walter W. Meeks, Sr. Friends and relatives came to call. The buffet dinner party tra ditionally held on Christmas night at the home of Mayor and Mrs. I. C. Casey, Jr., was a delight as usual this year. Mrs. Casey had prepared a number of interesting and de delicious dishes which showed evidence of her recent western visit. Among caroling groups out were the FHA girls and a group from Corinth Baptist Church. All the churches had their traditional Christmas tree parties, always a warm and wonderful event for all ages. I’ll always remember the lit tle red-skirted angels made by the Brownies this Christmas. I won't forget the sound of their delightful giggles as they all ran up to the homes of selected recipients, making their deliv eries. The MYF group entertained all the children from the Sa vannah Home for Girls at the Heilman residence. The Harry Gill family invited all the chil dren left at the home out for Christmas Day and dinner. With them of course came Rich mond Hill’s own Becky and Robert Scruggs, directors of the home. We won’t forget the coffee for the school faculty given by the F.H.A. girls. The Junior Beta’s- Christmas party ended with a cold ride over to visit fellow member Bill Appleby, confined with a broken collar bone. The street markers, gaily decorated for the season, added much. Each one was different, all the work of volunteers. Dorish Scott reported she had more fun than you could imagine. Yes, it was a Christmas to remember, and hopefully, the spirit of Christmas will live in the hearts of each and every one and remain as brightly kindled every day of the New Year. Pembroke Lodge No. 469 F.E.A.M. Elects Officers Annual election and instal lation of officers of Pembroke Ix>dge No. 469 F.E.A.M. was held Saturday, December 13th for year 1970. Elected officers are: Robert Smith, W.M.; David Smith, S. W.; Robert Hall, J.W.; U. J. Bacon, Treasurer; L. F. Rogers, Secretary. Appointed officers: Alvin D. Futch, Chaplain; Harvey Car ruthers, Sr. Deacon; Edward Williamson, Jr. Deacon; Stan ley Futch, Sr. Steward; L. E. Durden, Jr. Steward; Robert Winters, 3rd Steward; Harry Sikes, Director of Work. A fine shrimp supper was enjoyed by the members and a large number of visitors from other lodges. Card of Thanks I would like to take this opportunity to express my ap preciation to all those who were so kind and thoughtful during my recent hospitaliza tion in the St. Joseph’s Hos pital. To each one who took the time to send flowers and cards, to visit or call, and for the concern and thoughts of my friends. I would like to say thank you. Sincerely, Mrs. Melvin Speir Bryan Student Stud ies In France ■ II ' I B M Bob Fennell, a 1967 graduate of Richmond Hill High School, is presently studying in Paris, France. Bob is a Junior at Stetson University; located in DeLand, Florida. Stetson Uni versity is a small private insti tution of about 3000 students, especially noted for its Law and Music schools. Bob flew from New York City on December 28th for six weeks study in Paris. The pro gram during Stetson’s Winter Term is called “History of Phris." Bob, along with 20 oth er students, will be studying the history of Paris, working with French students, and do ing quite a bit of sightseeing. The students will attend lec tures given by Parisian schol ars and other discussions by the leader of the seminar. The stu dents will have to do research in Parisian libraries and pre sent a paper on some facet of Parisian history since the high Middle Ages. Rob flew from New York City to London, England, where the group will visit a few days. From there they will go to Amsterdam, Holland and then on to Paris, the location of the program. In Paris, there will be visits to the Paris Opera and to the Comedie Francaise. Also visits to the museums and the many historical monuments of Paris such as the Eiffel Tow er, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Arc of Triumph, the Pan theon, and the Champs 'Elysees. There will be Saturday and Sunday morning excursions to Versailles Fountainebleau, Malmaison (the home of Jose phine and Napoleon) and the chateaus of Saint-Germain. Af ter the departure from Paris the group will visit the major chateaus of the Loire Valley (Amboise, Blois, Chambord, Chaumont, Azay-le-Rideau) and the cathedral cities of Chartres, Beauvais and Amiens. They will spend a week-end in the Swiss Alps and from there they will go on to Brussels, Belgium, then back to Amsterdam where they will fly by chartered jet to the United States. The study of the history of Paris should be exciting, pleasurable, and intellectually enriching. Bob is an active student at Stetson where he enjoys work ing with the other students. His Freshman year, Bob was in the Freshman Talent Show, Concert Choir, Baptist Student Union, on the Hatter Annual Staff, Homecoming Committee, and received one of three fresh man awards for Leadership, Co operation, and Achievement in the ROTC program. During his Sophomore year, Bob was musical director of the Stetson Follies, the annual va riety show of the University. Again in Concert Choir, he was on the Parent’s Week-end Com mittee, Co-editor of the Hatter Annual, and a student advisor. Bob is presently at work on his BA Degree in English and plans to do graduate work at Stetson or University of Geor gia. His plans are to teach or do government work. Bob is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Fennell of Rich mond Hill and grandson of Mrs. H. W. Davis of Richmond Hill and Mrs. Lillian Fennell of Fort Pierce, Florida. Smokey Says: Help make the Holidays happy! Richniond Hill School News The students as usual, with visions of Christmas be. ming more and more vivid, became more and more excited as the beginning of the holiday sea son approached. Friday morning, high school students joined with all Chat ham County students and via the medium of television, shared a special program on drug abuse as a learning ex perience. Next, during a brief inter val, the Future Teachers man ned their posts, while teach ers and other staff members were special guests of the Future Homemakers and the Home Economics Department for a coffee. Taking the op portunity, which was high school break-time, the faculty presented a joint gift to Mr. and Mrs. Roger Jessup, school principal and secretary and paused to wish each other happy holidays. Thursday, a big Christmas dinner, equally as big as the Thanksgiving feast, was serv ed in the school lunchroom. With turkey and dressing, giblet gravy, cranberry sauce, string beans, hot rolls and butter, the students enjoyed vanilla ice cream cups and crisp hand-decorated Christ mas butter cookies and milk. The last hour Friday was devoted to class Christmas parties with time reserved for removing all decorations and putting away all equipment. Holidays are opportune days for thorough cleaning of school facilities, and that’s just what happens each vaca tion time at Richmond Hill School. Miss Sepion’s third grade en joyed a field trip to Savan nah to the Science Museum the first part of the week. Bus driver, Mrs. Maude Smith, is always so willing to cooperate and is an excellent driver be sides, as are all our drivers, who do their very important work. With a good many people out with colds, flu and other respiratory illnesses, attend ance has still held up well, so far. Hopefully by January 5, and perhaps even before, most stu dents will be eager to get back Jo school, to books, to friends and will be rested and ready to work. The first semester’s end is in January. Teachers too, return with renewed enthusiasm and eagerness so vital for educa tors. Garden Club Sponsors Tour Os Local Homes On Monday evening, Decem ber 21, the first Christmas tour of homes, to be held in a number of years, was en joyed by a large group which included whole families out to see the warmest and most beautiful of all Christmas sites, homes decorated for the Christmas season. The tour began at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Claud Cook, then on to Rev. and Mrs. Robert Fennell’s The Meth odist Church was number three, and on down the high way Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Wil son were cheerfully greeting at their home, number four. The Richard Davis family was fifth on the tour, and Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Speir were sixth. To end the joyous evening, guests gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Robin son for a social hour. Mrs. L. C. Gill and Mrs. Glenn Trout were presiding over the refreshment table. Mrs. A. A. Martin and Mrs. Fred Turner were refreshment committee members of which Mrs. J. W. Gill served as chairman. All the homes have never looked lovelier than they did Monday night with their gala trimmings and festive decora tions. In total there were hundreds to enjoy. Whole families came. The children were such an addition and the young people too. Something wonderful hap pens when people get together at anytime of the year, but especially when people of all ages get together in the com munity at Christmas. Garden Clubbers are already talking of possibilities for a tour next Christmas, maybe two different ones. One young person was heard to say, “You’ll never believe the wonderful things that have happened in Richmond Hill this Christmas.” R. H. Decorations Contest Winners Announced December 23 was the date, and 6:30 was meeting time, as out-of-town judges gathered and were met at the Court House by Garden Club Decora tions Committee Co-Chairmen Mrs. John Heilman and Mrs. Walter Meeks, Jr. First, the judges were driv en to the Keller area, and then on down to “Smithville” as so many locals refer to the road which leads by the river bluff homes of so many Smith fami lies and meanders around and comes out by the Bill Joneses’ place. On the way back one of the largest bucks ran out in the road and gave the whole com mittee a start, but adding so much to the Christmas finery. There were many stops to get out and look at door decora tions along the way. Coming into the Bottom area, hand decorated street markers were outstanding and added so much to the community’s spirit this year. So many homes were decor ated in the whole area this year, it was noted. On down Highway 17, and into Ponderosa Road the tour proceeded, then down as far as the Speir’s home and the Trout’s and by the “Gill’s Road” and on to Blueberry. What a sight! On Forrest Street in Blue berry the judges noted that every single home was decorat ed on both sides of the street. Later, they named Forrest Street residents for a special award of recognition for their cooperative efforts and com mended Street Chairman, Mrs. K. S. Shuman. Finally, the touring done, the judges gathered their notes and were taken to Gills Grill where a special table had been reserv ed for them. Left to make their joint decisions, the judges soon came up with winners. DOORWAY WINNERS The Wade Martins captured first place in the Doorways Division. Mrs. Naomi Zerbe was second again this year. Mrs. Fred Newlin came in third and the Ivey S nces fourth. OVERALL . INNERS The Robert Fennels took first honors in the overall division which included door and all other viscible decorations from the outside view of the home. Second place went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Smith Third went to Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Smith. SPECIAL AWARDS Charles Anderson received a special award for creativity for his decoration he had designed for his home. Besides the special award for Forrest Street the judges listed special recognition for the street posts in the main areas, the Bottom and Blueberry. Gifts were presented each judge before they left and many thanks were conveyed to each one by the committee members from the Richmond Hill Garden Club and the whole community. ANIMAL HEALTH By Dr. Thomas W. Powell Extension Veterinary Dept., University of Georgia College of Agriculture Anaplasmosis is primarily a disease of cattle. Other animals such as deer, sheep and wild animals have been reported as being susceptible. The organism causing the disease affects the red blood cells, resulting in anemia and icterus or yellow jaundice. The warmer climates are the likely areas of occurrence since it is transmitted by biting insects or parasites. Ticks, biting flies and lice are common vectors for the disease. Most cases occur in late spring, summer or earlv fall. Due to improved transporta tion in recent years, the disease has become fairly widespread, since cattle can be moved all over the country. Once an an imal gets over the acute phase of the disease, the organism re mains in the blood stream, act ing as carrier animals for infec tion of other cattle by biting in sects which can transfer blood from one animal to another. As the organism builds up Richmond Hill Initiates Annual Tree of Light Wednesday, December 17, marked another first for Rich mond Hill. In tree lighting ceremonies held at first dark in the area between the Fire House and the Court House, over 300 citizens had a part in making history in the Richmond Hill Community, and had a won derful time doing it. Representing the city, Councilman John Lewis wel comed the people. Rev. Claud Cook then read the Christmas Story from the Bible and led bowed heads in a Christmas prayer for peace and good will toward men. The switch was thrown, and the beautiful cedar tree be came radiant with the color ful lights of Christmas as the Girl Scouts sang “Oh, Christ mas Tree” with sparkling eyes as the transformation occured. Hearts seemed gladdened, and spirits continued to soar as everyone enjoyed singing the favorite songs of Christ mas. Finally, Santa Claus’ herald for the occasion, Mrs. Roy Wil liams, led the group in sing ing “Here Comes Santa Claus” as the joly old gent made his appearance. Some of the children were seen looking toward the sky and heard asking, “Where?” Santa came in all his splen dor and measured up to just what was expected of him. With great patience the chil dren waited, after Santa sug gested they line up; and with the same patience, Santa lis tened, as little folk with pounding hearts shared Christ mas secrets with the jolly old elf. Adults began drifting to ward the Court House and the coffee pot and warmth and conversation. The Cadets and Junior Scouts, with Mrs. M. C. Robinson’s help and direction, passed around trays of cookies and served Christmas punch. Someone thought to register the people. Mrs. W. W. Speir and Mrs. Michael Hamilton and the Brownie Scouts had done their part by gathering magnolia boughs and decorating the Court House entrance Mrs. Speir had added new holly, and a perky red velvet bow and a cute little pixie, hold ing a candied apple, to the wreath. By 7:30 people were leaving many returning to chores of Christmas yet unfinished, but with quicker steps and most certainly, more gladdened hearts. Many comments and sug gestions were heard on what to add next year, and what fun it might be to actually plant a tree in that spot to grow bigger and bigger each year; but no one considered that the first might be the last, and it seems for certain that next year’s Community Christmas Tree will be an an ticipated certainty for Rich mond Hill. in the blood stream, more and more red blood cells become destroyed. The animal reaches a point when the production of red blood cells cannot keep up with the destruction by the organism in the animal. The result is severe anemia. This will be the primary symp tom that will be seen. Posi tive diagnosis is made by ex amination of blood for the presence of the organism in the red cells. What should we do to con trol this disease? Good management practices are essential. Control of ex ternal parasites, close observa tion of cattle and early diagnosis and treatment are necessary. Specific antibioticsand good supportable treatments are nec essary in the treatment of ana plasmosis. Antibiotic treat ment also will eliminate the carrier in a high percentage of cases. An anaplamosis vaccine also shows promise as an effec tive preventive. If you suspect an animal >f having anaplamosis, contact your veterinarian for his recom mendations and suggestions. Steve Nolan Makes Dean’s List MOUNT VERNON— Stephen R. Noland was among fifty seven Brewton Parker College students named to the Fall Quarter Dean's List, Steve is the freshman son of Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Nolan of Pembroke. Others named to the meritori ous list includes: Nell Tinsley Bailey, Waynesboro; James M. Barwick, Adrian; Joseph Lee Bazemore, Collins; Barbara Ann Bell, Glenwood; Bonnie Jean Browning, Glenwood; Mrs. Cathie Clifton Calhoun, Vidalia; Mrs. Billy Jean Carroll, Vidalia; Barbara Jo Chance, Swains boro; Minnie Easter Clark, Glenwood; Mrs. Melba Sam mons Claxton, Ailey; Shirley Elaine Claxton, Swainsboro; Robert Merle Clyatt, Nashville; Peggy Glenda Conley, Hazle hurst; Mrs. Freida M. Cook, Lyons; Glenn Robert Coyle, Villa Hills, Kentucky; Barbara Kay Darsey, East Dublin; John Clifford Davis, Vidalia; Vicki Lynn Davis, Lyons; Mrs. Sarah Ann Dickerson, Lyons; Char lotte Ann Fountain, Mount Vernon; Mrs. Mandy L. Gay, Twin City; Cumi E. Glass, Columbus; Charles W. Glover, Reidsville; Linda Jewel Griner, Lyons; Shelley Keith Hamilton, Vi dalia; Barbara E. Harris, Vi dalia; Helen Dale Horne, Cad well; William Leigh Humphrey, Vidalia; Betty Sue Jones, St. Marys; Linda Gale Jones, Reidsville; Mrs. Rosemary Hegidio Kitchens, Reidsville; Betty Ann Lockley, Lyons; Judy Elaine Lord, Toomsboro; William Clay McKey, Valdosta; Mike Nick Maringer, Cincin nati, Ohio; Clara Sue Mathews, Vidalia; Julia Elaine Murray, Folkston; Mrs. Wanda Kay Ne- Smith, Glenwood; Stephen R. Nolan, Pembroken; Janice Ellen O’Neal, Lyons; Mrs. Mary Ann Peebles, Swainsboro; Wanda Kaye Pollette, Soperton; Karen Jean Smith, Austell; Charles Stephen Stewart, Crawford ville; Karen Bernice Sutton, Axson; Alex Taylor Owen, Jr., Wrens; Brenda Gail Sweat, Alma; Mary Susan Taylor, Mount Vernon; Patricia Gail Thomas, Alamo; Jacqueline Nell Thomp son, Statesboro; Raymond Lee Tucker, Alapaha; Mrs. Shirley Frances Tucker, Baxley; Neca Joy Usher, Springfield; Karen Rebecca Warnock, Soperton; ANNOUNCEMENT NEW IN SAVANNAH!!! STENO-TYPE TRAINING THE MACHINE METHOD OF RECEIVING DICTATION OR REPORTING COURT, CONVENTION, LEGISLATIVE OR SESSIONS OF ANY BODY CAREERS OPEN FOR MEN & WOMEN CLASSES ON TUES & THURS. EVENINGS DRAUGHON BUSINESS COLLEGE 21 E. BAY STREET 236-9521 HUNNICUTT MONUMENT CO. Granite - Bronze - Marble AUTHORIZED DEALER YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER IN BRYAN COUNTY AREA Call GARY I. LANE 453-2211, Uci „ 237-3691, Swainsboro, Ga. Robert Kelly White, Vidalia; Jennifer Merle Williams, Cairo; and Sanda Dell Williams, Craw fordville. Georgia Power Property Tax Payments Made The Georgia Power Company this week presented to Bryan County and the city of Pem broke checks totaling $3872.74, representing the utility’s local property taxes for 1969. Os the total, Bryan County received $3501.70; and the City of Pembroke $371.04. In presenting the tax pay ments, Willard Thompson, local manager, said this was part of approximately $13,900,000 in property taxes that will be paid by the company for the year 1969 to state, municipal and county governments throughout Georgia. Earlier in the year, municipal partnership tax payments total ing more than $5,250,000 were made by the company to the 400 cities, towns and communi ties with which its partnership franchise agreement was in ef fect. Under this agreement, the company pays each muni cipality in which it operates a percentage of its gross revenue derived from the sale of elec tricity for residential and com mercial uses. These municipal partnership tax payments are in addition to property taxes. The company’s total tax bill for 1969, including federal, state, county and municipal pay ments, will exceed $64,000,000. FOS THEATRE PEMBROKE SHOW TIME: —Th«»fr» Ope- Friday & Sat urday each week Friday Night at l:M P M Saturday continuous Showing from l:3» P. M Frl„ Sat. CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG (In Technicolor) Dick Van Dyke, Salty Howns