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DFCS rescues 2,900-plus homes in need of support By JIMMY SIMPSON Staff Wrltar The estimated SBOO,OOO in emergency food stamps Department of Family and Children Services said would be distributed among flood victims last week wasn’t that far off the mark. A total of 2,924 households were on the receiving end of $854,154 in stamps at day’s end Saturday at the Georgia National Fairgrounds. That’s where DFCS workers set up camp last Wednesday through Saturday to assist those persons affected by flood waters just over three weeks ago. Only those persons whose homes were destroyed or experienced losses of wages were eligible. A surprising 2,435 of those housenoias receiving tne stamps were first time recipients, or at least had not received monies from DFCS in June or July. The total number of persons Sweeting finds liking, second-place trophy in ‘Ships-ln-Bottle’ strategy BY PAULINE LEWIS Staff Wrltar Marvin Sweeting of Perry is an accomplished builder of ships in bottles. He recently joined The Ships-In- Bottles Association of America and entered the National Contest held at the Ships of the Sea Museum in Savannah, Ga., June 23-26, 1994. This was the third Ship-In-Bottle Competition held by the Association, of which Jack Hinkley is President. Sweeting’s entry in this national competition won a Second Place Ship-In-Bottle Award - a lovely plaque with the Ship-In-Bottle imprint on it. The conference began with a reception at the museum. Models were presented for public display or SIBAA Competition. On June 24, technical presentations began, with President Hinkley presenting research and construction of historic ship models; Charles Hand presented construction of modem steel ship models; Ray handwerker presented casting resin seas for 5.1.8.’5; and Frank Skurka presented tying the Turk’s head knot for bottles. Entries were evaluated by judges, using 5.1.8.A.A. judging standards. Categories to which Ist and 2nd places were given were for ships in bottles, for diorama in bottles and for unique art in bottles. Only one entry per member per category was allowed. Alex Bellinger held a class on ‘‘How to build a 5.1.8.” for members and nonmembers 1' i b Who is the most qualified to be your next County Commissioner? Accomplishments in and for Houston County: BILLY HUNTER Resident of Houston County Consecutively- 35 years Landowner/ tax payer- 30 years US Armed Services- 7 years Children in schools-17 years Business owner/ manager- 11 years Management positions- 32 years County government- 4 years City government- 20 years Houston County Chamber of Commerce PTO Pres., Watson Elementary Coach, Warner Robins Noon Optimist Past Vice Pres., W.R. Credit Union Board Member, Ga. Police Chiefs Assoc. Graduate, FBI National Academy Graduate, Ga. Police Academy Mason, Tyrian Lodge 111 Citizenship Award, 1983 United Way Fund Drive Award, 1976 Cystic Fibrosis Fund Award, 1987 Patriotic Citizens Award, 1984 Veterans of Foreign Wars Award 1980,1981,1982 DECA Appreciation Award, 1978 VICA Appreciation Award, 1985 Knights of Columbus Merit Award Ga. Epilepsy Assoc. Award, 1978 Paid for by Candidate lpsV|iLj®’**-rV ■ - MH| v Foo ‘" <'onTHb I ■fife p.-- ■..... : ' -c.v. 3 The Department of Family and Children Services distributed more than SBOO,OOO In these stamps In just four days. represented at the temporary distribution center was 8,860, A round table discussion of technical subjects, and demonstrations of ship bouling for the general public, were held. The group boarded the “Savannah River Queen” for a dinner cruise and banquet which was followed by presentation of awards. Sweetings’ “Santa Maria” Ship- In-Bottle was recently on display at the Perry Library. It was a winner at the Georgia National Fair held at the Agricenter last fall. I Marvin and his wife, Marie, reside at 206 Mossy Lake Road, ,11 IMA * JwVPfl & Pictured above Is just one of several prized works that Marvin Sweeting displays at his home. ELECT BILLY HUNTER RUN OFF AUG. 9 TH according to Houston County DFCS Director Larry Aaron. Marvin Sweeting WAYNE RAGIN Resident of Houston County Consecutively- 4 years Land owner/ tax payer- 3 yrs n/a 3 years n/a 3 years n/a n/a Perry Chamber of Commerce PTO Pres. Momingside Elem. Coach, Perry Recreation Perry Evening Optimist n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a ~“HE HAS OFFERED MORE SPECIFIC IDEAS THAN THE OTHER CANDIDATES.” “THE MACON TELEGRAPH” SUNDAY, JULY 17,1994 Agricenter Farmers Market Learning Incentives Initiative Senior Citizen Tax Relief Business Attraction Forum Houston Water & Sewer Authority Proposal Leadership • Conservative • Management • Responsible VOTE REPUBLICAN PRIMARY RUNOFF AUGUST 9, 1994 THE PLATFORM: Improve the Quality of Life: *Jobs- Anti Freeport Tax *Market for Farm Produce *Road and Utility Systems *The Environment *Security Reduce the Size of Government Commander *Reduce Expenses- Pro Tax Cap *Maintain Services Grandchildren *Prioritized Projects *Disciplined Spending Support and Cooperation: *With Citizens & Employees *With RAFB & 21st Century Partnership *With Other Government Bodies We appreciate your support in the primary and ask for your continued support in the run-off. To help with this campaign call 922-4671. Subscribe Today - Call 987-1823 BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Join us for a free blood pressure screening and receive educational material. Friday, August 5 9 a.m. -12 noon Piggly Wiggly - Eastgate Cost: Free CPR FOR KIDS School's out! What better time to train your children on the lifesaving techniques of CPR. This course will be taught by the American Heart Association guidelines for children ages 10 and up. Thursday, August 11 9 a.m. until 12 noon Perry Hospital Dining Room Cost: sls Pre-registration required. 55 ALIVE Update your driving skills in a compre hensive course designed by the AARP for drivers age 50 and over. Participants are eligible for a 10% discount on auto insurance upon course completion. Make check payable to AARP. Thurs. & Fri., August 11 & 12 6 - 9:30 p.m. Perry Hospital Dining Room Cost: $8 WAIST MAKERS Lose weight and keep it off with the help of an eight-week course taught by a registered nurse. Thursdays, August 18 - Oct. 6 Waist Makers 14:30 - 5:30 p.m. Waist Makers II 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. Perry Hospital Dining Room Cost: $75 LINE DANCING COURSE Looking for a fun way to bum calories? This six-week program teaches easy country line dances as a low impact, aerobic activity. August 23 & 30, September 6,15, 20&27 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Ag Building (733 Carroll Street) Cost: $25 ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP This free support group offers helpful information to the caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's Disease. Thursday, August 18 7:00 p.m. Perry Hospital Dining Room HEALTH EDUCATION... Wednesday, August 3,1994. Houston times-journal - A It/T A tffrVUßfflMl August Classes THE CANDIDATE: John F. (Jack Wylam *22 Years in Warner Robins *Local Contractor & Developer *County Building Inspector/ Zoning Officer *Former Sr. Project Engineer with Major Industry *Former USAF Sr. Officer & *Decorated Vietnam Veteran Married, 2 Children, 3 *Member- Air Force Association *Member- American Legion *Member- Daedalians *Member- TROA *Member- AARP *Member- VFW *Shriner *Elder- Ist Presbyterian Church EPILEPSY SUPPORT GROUP No other disease or illness has as many myths and misconceptions as Epilepsy. Advances in controlling and even curing Epilepsy are changing rapidly. Any person with an interest in this illness should attend. Thursday, August 25 7:00 p.m. Perry Hospital Dining Room Cost: Free FOSTER PARENTING Houston County is in critical need of Foster Parents. Find out more about Foster Parenting by attending this informative seminar. Thursday, August 4 7:00 p.m. Perry Hospital Dining Room Cost: Free Pre-registration required. SAFE SITTERS An informative workshop for girls and boys ages 11 -14 who are interested in improving their babysitting skills. Topics discussed will include the responsibilities of sitting, safety guidelines, emergency situations, entertaining children and sitting for fun and profit Saturdays, August 20 & 27 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Perry Hospital Dining Room Cost: $25 Pre-registration required. Perry Hospital 1120 Momingside Drive Perry, Georgia 31069 (912) 987-3600 Page 5B