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V Beth 1 s Jones, rncl ■ » fl Celebration not complete without you If walls could talk, none would have more intriguing stories than the walls of Perry Hospital. Each room could give a 25 year account of personal glimpses into the lives of people from Perry and the surrounding communities. The stories would include bravery in facing illness, victories over disease and jubilance at new births. The stories would include a parade of people performing many acts of kindness, touching lives in a special and caring way. Many stories would relate to staff members who have gone beyond the duties of work over into extreme human compassion. The stories would be full of joy, fears, triumphs and tears. Perry Hospital walls have heard both a baby's first cry and a peron's last good-byes. If walls could talk, I am sure they would tall about Mrs. Gladys O’Neill, who is 87 years old and crochets hats for all the newborns. After all, we wouldn't want any of our newborns to get cold. The walls would speak of extraordinary staff who view their work not only as a job, but a calling. They would be sure to include many events such as staff changing a tire for an elderly visitor. They would tell about Dr. Stewart, who gives a Halloween Party each year for all the kids in town. The walls would have to report of the "Pink Ladies" who are seen each evening passing out juice to patients. The walls would report of nurses and staff who have worked beyond their regular shifts to provide comiort and care for their patients. The stories would not be complete without including the people of the Perry community who pour in carrying flowers, candy, a good book or just a comforting word or prayer for a patient. Perry Hospital reflects the tremendous tradition of Perry in providing a personal touch of caring. Anyone who has had to spend time in an out-of-town hospital knows the strain of being in an unfamiliar environment. The inconvenience of parking, eating out combined with the difficulty of not knowing anyone. Having a local hospital is a tremendous asset to the community. When employees were asked what they felt was the best asset of working at Perry Hospital, several responded by saying the staff was like a large family. A family that pulls together to support and help each other. A family that shares a common goal of giving quality care. In March, a number of the staff from all departments gathered and wrote a philosophy for Perry Hospital. It is as follows: "The philosophy of Perry Hospital is to care for all with concern, compassion and commitment.” The family of employees and Perry Hospital is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. Just as with all anniversary parties, our celebration will not be complete without the presence of old friends and new friends, former patients, employees and the Perry community. Free Hearing Tests Set For The Perry Area ©t 400 CARROLL blvd. flj. Hearing tests will be given Free at the ffj ft Beltone Hearing Office located at The j Sandman Motel, 400 Carroll Blvd., Perry, Friday April 29, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Specialists will perform the test. Those who HEAR but have trouble UNDERSTANDING conversation are urged to have this modern electronic test to find out if their loss is one of the many that can be helped. Everyone not hearing dearly should have a hearing test. Even people who wear aids, or those who believe nothing can be done for them, should be tested. Today, most hearing problems can be helped. No hearing problem should ever be ignored. FREE HEARING TESTS Call For A Home Ca U Appointment 743-9382 S 2OO off Complete System O 1993, Beltone Electronics Corporation Better Hearing Through Professional Gire ** fat- Kiwanis Club supports RAFB Kiwanis Club President Earl Cheeks receives a tag In support of Robins Air Force Base from Warner Robins Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dick Walden at a recent Kiwanis Club meeting. Kiwanis Club member Ted Rosebrock looks on. The tags are available at the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce office on Washington Street. Qualifying, from 1A offices was not available at press time. •Houston County Commission, Post 2: This is the position cur rently held by Archie Thompson. Thompson, however, recently announced that he would not be seeking re-election. As of Tuesday afternoon, Randy Wynn, a Houston County attorney, was the only name listed on the Democratic Party’s qualifying list for this position. •State Court Clerk: This office is currently held by Sissy Gann. As of Tuesday, Mrs. Gann was the only person to have qualified for this office on the Democratic ticket. •Solicitor of State Court: This office is now held by Bob Turner. As of Tuesday afternoon, Turner was the only one to have qualified for this position on the Democratic ticket. •State Court Judge: A non-parti- Celebration, from 1A their efforts to get a hospital in Perry. Finally, the hospital was dedicated in 1969. People who had stepped out stood out - Max Poole, Brown, Beatty, Arnall, Hendrick, Gallemore and Houser Gilbert. They prevailed against mean editorials questioning the need for the existence of a hospital in Perry. "Thanks to those who persisted, we now have a place to treat pa tients, emergency treatment, saved lives and improvement in the quality of life." The Perry Players, Westfield Cheerleaders, Suzanne Blythe, Lona Stone and Perry Hospital Babies entertained with songs and special cheers. The Dogwood winners were on hand: Courtney Grimm, Little Miss Dogwood; Shelly Hayes, Jr. Miss Dogwood, Katie Stephens, Teen Miss Dogwood and Rebecca Akridge, Pre-Teen Miss Dogwood. The Perry Chamber of Commerce conducted the ribbon cutting ceremony and tours of the hospital were conducted by Perry Hospital Department Managers. Marti Marchant-Tolleson, Public Relations Officer for the Hospital, was in charge of the festivities and deserves a "Well Done” from the community, as do all who helped to make this a memorable anniversary celebration. san position, this office is presently held by Bob Richards. As of Tuesday afternoon, Richards was the only qualifier for this position. Also open for election are three Houston County Board of Educa tion posts-Post 2, currently held by Gary McClure; Post 4, currently held by Chairman Zell Blackmon; and Post 6, currently held by Shirley Lowery. As of Tuesday, however, it was still unknown whether or not candi dates for these posts would be able to qualify along with other county officers as the county is still awaiting a decision from the U.S. Department of Justices concerning approval of new school board zoning districts. More than likely, a separate qualifying date for these candidates To Gel A New Car Loan As Low As 5.95% APR, All lb Takes Is A Little Push. HJjLtZI - £)£)£)£) For a great rate and quick approvals on new auto loans, give us a call or stop by any Bank South office. And discover how low we can go. Bank South Loan availability subject to credit approval. Rates are subject to change without notice. Certain limitations apply. Rate requires automatic deduction of monthly payments from Bank South deposit account. ©1994 Bank South Corporation. Member FDIC. hqtij SUPER SIDEWALK SALE ENTIRE STOCK! Juniors'/Misses BIKE SHORTS 6" Reg. 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Hallin schedules Team Talk ’94 Maj. Gen. William P. Hallin, the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center commander, will focus on issues that are expected to affect the center's work force at the first Team Talk for 1994. Media are welcome to attend April 26, and should arrive in the Office of Public Affairs by 12:50 p.m. Participants can expect to hear Irvin to speak at Masonic convention Georgia’s Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin will make the principal address at the Twelfth Masonic District Convention Saturday, April 30, 1994. Tyrian Lodge No. 111, F. & A.M. will host the Convention in Warner Robins. Irvin serves as Grand Master of C AUCTION 1S Albany, Lee County & Lake Blackshear All Properties Sold On Site! Auction 1: Friday, May 6 10:00 a.m. PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY, INVENTORY AND EQUIPMENT - 1301 EAST BROAD AVE., ALBANY 6900 sq. ft. Income Producing Package Store/Game Room, large lot, exc. traffic count, offered divided & as going concern, 540 sq. ft. rental prop. ‘EQUIPMENT SELLS ABSOLUTE* Auction 2: Friday, May 6 3:00 p.m. 14.5± AC. DEVELOPMENT LAND, U.S. 19, LEE CO. 383 ft. frontage on U.S. Hwy. 19, 2 mi. from Dougherty Co., great devel opment potential, 2.1± ac. tracts available, offered divided and as a whole Auction 3: Saturday, May 7 10:00 a.m. BEAUTIFUL LAKEFRONT HOME AND CONTENTS LOCATED ON LAKE BLACKSHEAR 7300 sq. ft. stucco, 3 story, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 kitchens, lakefront lot, concrete dock, boat slips ♦TRUCKS, BOATS. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES AND NUMEROUS OTHER ITEMS SELLS ABSOLUTE* 3% Broker Co-Op 10% Buyer's Premium Call the auctioneers at 1-800-323-8388 for details! Rowell Realty b Auction Co., Inc. " _ 415 South Main, Moultrie, Ga. 31768 Phone (912) 985-8388 G.A.L. 701 Toll Free 1 -800-323-8388 Thomas W. Rowell, C.A.1., Auctioneer fir and Grandmother too! 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