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Viewpoints Our Views Remembering This Monday is Memorial Day a day for remembering and honor ing Americans who have died in service. For each of us, this day may bring with it memories of rela tives or friends who have died young while fighting for our coun try in places as far flung as the Jungles of Vietnam and the beaches of Iwo Jima. It should also bring a time for solemn recognition of the thou sands more those we never knew who have given their lives in their country’s service. Mayor Jim Worrall has asked that Perryans observe this day by flying the American flag homes arid businesses, and by attending the city’s Memorial Day program at Perry Memorial Gardens at 11 a.m.. May 31. We hope that many will follow the mayor’s suggestions in honor of those who have made the supreme sacrifice that future generations might enjoy freedom and democra cy. Buckle up! All across the nation and in Perry, too drivers need to stop and check their seatbelts, and make sure that their children are safely secured in the back seat . This kind of safety measure needs to be observed at all times, and local law enforcement agencies will be reminding motorists to "buckle up" with a series of road blocks for the purpose of checking on seatbelt use and child safety in cars. Last year in Georgia, 9,456 chil dren were injured in Georgia high way accidents. Of those, 77 died. Of the 77 who died, 51 were not properly restrained with seat belts or car seats. It's the law. It's also an act of love. Buckle those babies up! Middle Georgia Tech This Thursday night, more than 500 students will arrive at Reaves Arena to receive their diplomas from Middle Georgia Technical Institute, and get off to a good start in a wide range of careers. In a rapidly changing world with most new jobs requiring real skills, MGT is a major asset to Houston County and to middle Georgia, offering a wide range of excellent programs aimed not only at train ing people for successful careers, but also at providing a skilled work force for new and existing indus tries. Also at this graduation, many will receive their high school equivalen cy diplomas having succeeded in completing the G.E.D. program. They deserve a round of applause, too, for getting their lives together and getting back into school to complete their high school educa tions. We salute all the MGT students who will receive their diplomas, and also all those on the faculty and staff who work so hard to provide them with the best training possi ble. Houston Homo Journol P.O. Drawer M • 807 Carroll St. • Perry. Oa. 31069 email homejmOhom.net (912) 987-1823 (voice) • (912) 988-1181 (lax) Bob Tribble President Jj Johnson ....Editor and General Manager Ellen T. Green .Advertising Director Phil Clark Sports Joan Dorsett Lifestyles Torey Jolley News and Classified Ailine Kent Sports Pauline Lewis Lifestyles Rob Mead News and Circulation Charlotte Perkins News and Composition Paula Zimmerman Bookkeeping i W Back on the beat and glad to be writing again Hello! I am back! And I am so glad to be writing once again. I missied the excitement of get ting a paper ready, capturing a story or a photo opportunity, and, mostly, I missed meeting people ana hearing their sto ries. Over the past several years, I have done many things. I earned my undergraduate degree in English from Mercer University. I have been a care giver, typist, scheduler, med ical/legal term explainer, gofer, and so on for my family here and in Wichita Fails, Texas. My son graduated from Perry High School the same year I graduated from Mercer (and no I will not mention the year). I continued to watch as my Erne. P&wur'&iuefiY — “ ] ii-mu cm ef sium \ . co 'J / coHrmY TOO /MANY = - \dju\Tf owl I n a SM B SCHOLAR! v cowTV?. l\L\j f£\ H msTw/Hm, ■ W/i '; / ■ vsHATf COMm TV Oita. SUfaOsT * /'/ '/ mm Further down Perrys Memory Lane A month or two ago, Rep. Larry Walker was keynote speaker at the annual FDR memorial program at Warm Springs. I didn’t get to go, but I did get to read the text of his speech, which contained some very insightful comments about the impact President Roosevelt had on the lives of hardworking poor people in the rural south. That came to mind again this week when 1 had the very good fortune to spend some time talking with Henry Taylor, a native Houston Countian who has accomplished a lot in his 79 years. Taylor was one of the many southerners who grew up in hard times and got a chance at a better life through the New Deal programs. That’s just one part of his story, though. You can read the rest on Page 18. Now, for those of you who have been following this series, here’s more “memory lane" material from our old bound volumes. 40 TEARS AGO - The Home Journal reported that four inches of rain fell in an hour and half (setting a record that probably wasn’t broken until July, 1994). Mrs. ArDelia Robins, mis sionary to India, spoke at the Methodist Church, wearing a sari. Students of Mrs. Hoke Smith and Mrs. Carl Mauldin present ed piano recitals. Our Policies Unsigned editorials appearing In larger type on this page under the label Our Views reflect the posi tion of the Houston Home Journal. Signed columns and letters on this page (and elsewhere in this news paper) reflect the opinions of the writers and not nec essarily those of this newspaper. Signed letters to the editor are welcomed. Please limit letters to 300 words and Include addresses and a telephone number for verification purposes. Letters are not published without verification. Letters should be sent to P.O. Drawer M. Perry. Ga.. 31069 or brought to the newspaper office at 807 Carroll St., Perry. Our liability for an error will not exceed the cost Page 4A May 26. 1909 Torey Jolley Home Journal Staff son developed into a wonderful man and loving father of his five-year-old son. My daughter graduated from PHS a few years after my son. She attended Valdosta State University for a year and then came home. Just this past December, she married a young man who also graduated Charlotte Perkins Home Journal Staff Charles Copeland celebrated his 82nd birthday, and was honored by his relatives at a fish fry. Perry High graduated 58. First honor grads were Pat Adams, Beverly Jacobs, Vivian Kersey and Thomas Hunt. At Houston County Training school, Annie Ruth Thomas was the highest honor grade of the 46 graduating seniors Patsy Todd was on her way to Dallas to serve in the Georgia Peach Queen Court at the Kiwanis International Convention. The Greyhound Bus Station was moved from Van’s Service Station to Duke’s Transport Truck Stop. Bacon was selling for 39 cents a pound at the Colonial store. Graham Gallemore and Reeves Lawson were about to leave for Philmont Boy Scout Ranch in New Mexico. 25 TEARS AGO. Jim Worrall was named man ager of Radio WPGA AM and WPGA FM. He also received a of space occupied by the error. We cannot be responsible for the return of pictures or submitted materials unless a stamped, return address envelope is Included. Our Goal The Houston Home Journal is published proudly for the citizens of Houston and adjoining counties by Houston Publications Inc.. Perry. Ga. Our goal Is to produce quality, profitable, community-oriented newspapers that you. our readers, are proud of. We will reach this goal through hard work, teamwork, loyalty and a strong dedication toward printing the truth. Member of Oeorgla Press Association and National Newspaper Association. I Houston Home Journal from PHS. My husband of 24 years has become a golf fanatic thanks to my son who took him to play that evil sport for Father’s Day a few years ago. I do not understand the importance of hitting a tiny ball so far just to go look for it, and then often having to replace the ball entirety because of some sorta Bermuda Triangle-like place which exists on all golf courses. However, I must say the excuses I get as to why he must go play golf are quite amusing. One of my favorites is "The office is too noisy for successful meetings. So we are going to the golf course after work to discuss a project." goodbye gift at Westfield Schools where he had been serving as headmaster. A controversy was brewing because the state wanted to place an alcohol and drug treatment center in Perry. Honors day was held at Westfield. Debbie Meeks was valedictorian and Gary Gilbert was salutatorian. Stained glass windows were about to be sold from the old First Baptist Church which was scheduled for demolition. Wayne Ragin, then a student at Howard University was home for the summer with his par ents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Ragin. The Akikta Club held their annual luncheon at the Ochlahatchee Club House, and Mrs. Bob Culpepper was named outstanding member for the second straight year. The Sogadera Club donated SIOO to the Perry Crisis Center. The Wednesday Afternoon Book Club met. Mrs. W.K. Whipple gave the review of “To Peking and Beyond" by Pulitzer Prize winner Harrison E. Salisbury. Note that we have a story about the Wednesday Afternoon Book Club in this issue. One thing that apparent ly hasn't changed much about Perry is the lively clubs and organizations - many of which have been thriving - and con tributing - for several genera tions. Yeah, right. And I go shop ping for important things, not for nm. Now that I am back report ing, my shopping days, have dwindled and my husband real ty appreciates that for two rea sons: more golf time for him without having to make excus es and I am not out spending money. I want to extend my appreci ation (and my husband's) to my fellow Home Journal employees for their warm welcome. Their kindness has made it so much more easier for me to get back into the business and my husband back to the golf course. Bob Tribble Home Journal President Leadership is important It has been said that in real estate there are three key ele ments for a wise investment: location, location, location. In your church, business, indus try, schools, or what you have, the three most important fac tors are clearly: leadership, leadership and leadership. What is a leader? I like what Gen. George Marshall said, “A leader is a person who exerts an influence that makes you want to do better than you thought you could *” Carl Mays, ari internationally known writer and speaker, is a resident of Sevier County, Tenn. While on a recent visit to Pigeon Forge, I came across one of his articles in a local newspaper. He makes some excellent points about leader ship and a strategy for winning. Following are his comments: “If you are a manager, supervi sor, coach or anyone else who has the responsibility of help ing people to accomplish some thing, then here are some tips to help you succeed:" •Look for success in yourself, in your people and in your pro ject, Look for ways to win rather than excuses for losing. Leading people to accomplish successful tasks is sort of like walking a tightrope. Rather than focusing on not falling off, focus on reaching the other side. •Don’t sell yourself or your people short. Set and maintain high expectations. When you set your sights too low, you are creating an atmosphere of mediocrity. Working to accom plish .mediocrity has never motivated anyone. •Be fair and expect fairness from your people. Being a straight-shooter with people establishes your credibility. Be consistent in your standards and expectations of everyone. Playing favorites demoralizes those who are not favorites and it alienates your “pets" from the rest of the group. •Never forget that you are the leader of the group. Be cordial to everyone while still keeping the distinction of who is in charge and, in the end.who is responsible for the group’s suc cess or failure. Your people need you to lead them and they need to follow. See TRIBBLE, Page 7A 'Congress shall make no law respecting an estab lishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or of the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.' 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