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4 DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY, MAY 1, 1975
Freedom Fund Rally
The Davie County Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People -
NAACP- has launched its "Mother of the Year' competition as part of the nationally known fund raising
drive in the Freedom Fund Rally.
The NAACP is a non-profit organization, founded in the year of 1909 as an attack on racial
discrimination. The NAACP supporters are both black and white prominent leaders in their time, who fight
for racial justice and equal recognition. That fight continues through NAACP and many other
organizations that believe in and assist justice to all peoples.
The Freedom Fund Rally is supportive to the NAACP. The Mother of the Year portion is
campaigned by a number of women who compete in efforts to raise funds. Locally, this honor will be
bestowed to the person raising the largest amount of money by May 17, 1975. Among other special
recognitions locally, the winner will be chosen "Mother of the Year" of Davie County and will be honored
in a special program on the evening of May 17, climaxing in county representation and competition with
others at the Freedom Fund Rally Day in Raleigh, N. C. on May 26, 1975.
DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY, MAY 15,1975 - 11B
Local NAACP Plans Freedom Fund Rally
The local chapter of the NAACP will climax its Freedom Fund Rally "Mother of the Year"
campaign Saturday, May 17, with a special program in the B. C. Brock Center cafeteria at 6 p.m.
Guest speaker will be the Rev. William F. Lawrence of Salisbury, associate professor of Bible and
Theology at Livingstone College.
This program will be highlighted by the crowning of the local Mother of the Year, one of 14
candidates who represent different Davie County communities in competing in raising funds.
The Freedom Fund Rally is a national drive. Funds are used for the NAACP operational costs
with a certain percentage allocated for local use as well as for district and national operations. The
candidate raising the largest amount over $100 will be crowned Mother of the Year and will represent
Davie County at the state Rally in Raleigh on Sunday. May 18, where the North Carolina Mother of the
Year will be crowned.
Mayor Arlen J. DeVito will be among special guests scheduled for the Saturday program. "We are
also expecting several other local dignitaries in open invitation to you, the public," said organizers.
The Rev. Mr. Lawrence received his AB degree from Lincoln University in Pennsylvania, Master
of Divinity and Master of Sacred Theology from Union Theological Seminary in New York. He did further
study at St. Joseph's College in New York and the University of Ghana, West Africa. Now a Ph. D
candidate at Union Theological Seminary of New York, he is currently ministering at the Congregational
Church in Asheboro, N.C.
He has been a very active member of the NAACP for several years pursuing the fight for
freedom, justice and truth, a writer, preacher, teacher, orator and, above all, a true servant of God.
"Our program outline promises a rewarding effort in recognition of contributions of interest from
within our county, which, we hope will interest you," they concluded.
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10 DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY. RAE 12, 1975
The Rev. M. L. Dillingham Leaves Shiloh For Wilmington
The Rev. M. L. Dillingham pastor of the Shiloh Baptist Church for the past two -and one half years,
has accepted the pastorship of the Ebenezer Baptist Church. 211 South 7th Street, Wilmington N. C.
He will begin his pastoral duties there June 22nd.
In making this announcement, Mr. Dillingham expressed his "deep sense of gratitude to all the
people of Davie County for their friendship and cooperation" during his period in Davie County. His wife,
Myra, also extended her thanks to the personnel of the Davie High School for "making my stay there very
warm and meaningful'.
The service of the Rev. Mr. Dillingham in Mocksville Included: President of the local branch of the
NAACP; host of a radio program on WDSL entitled "Moments of Inspiration from Shiloh"; served on the
board of directors of the Yadkin Valley Economic District, Inc.; served for a short time on the board of
directors for the United Fund.
To the members of the Shiloh Baptist Church the Rev. Mr. Dillingham said: 'The experiences of
my wife and I have had while serving the Shiloh Baptist Church will never be forgotten. There have been
moments of both joy and sorrow; excitement and disappointment. But above all, the wonderful people
who have been patient and understanding, courteous and kind, will always be a memorial for us. It is our
sincere desire and prayerful wish that Shiloh Baptist Church will continually strive to be the kind of church
God is looking for in these last days." Mr. Dillingham will preach his farewell sermon at the 11 a.m.
worship hour this Sunday.
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DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 1976 - 7
NAACP To Meet
The local chapter of the NAACP will meet at the regular monthly session Tuesday, January 28th,
at 7:30 p.m. in the B. C. Brock Center cafeteria. All executive members are asked to be present at 7 p.m.
for this important meeting.
DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD. THURSDAY, MAY 6. 1976 -13
Mrs. Prudence Johnson Honored
Cooleemee Community has honored Mrs. Prudence L. Johnson as woman of the year as
president of the NAACP.
Approximately 100 friends honored Mrs. Johnson at a Testimonial Tea held Sunday afternoon at
the New Shepherd Baptist Church in North Cooleemee. Mrs. Cleola Clement was toast mistress for this
event.
Testimonials were given by:
Mrs. Mary S. Dallas — Home and School
Mrs. Cleola Clement — The Community
Mrs. Nacy Hariston — County Missionary Union
Mrs. Sadie Jones — Davie County Youth Council
Mrs. A. Vernon Stout - Community Service Agency
Mrs. Louise Kesler — Music Selection
Mrs. Beatrice C. Poure - P. T. Congress, Dist. 8, spoke of the services Mrs. Johnson provided the
district.
B. T. Williams — Past President of the NAACP, commented on her work as secretary for 15 years,
and told of her many activities throughout North Carolina and many other states.
Otis L. Williams, spoke of the honoree as a business woman, who believed in going the extra mile
for the other person. He described her as one who believes in "God first, others second, and herself last."
Dr. J. C. Harris, her Pastor, spoke of her service in the church, district association, and the
Womens' Baptist Home and the Foreign Missionary Convention of N. C. He also mentioned her service of
15 years to the Youth Bible Camp and of her unique love and loyalty for all of mankind.
Contributions were accepted by Mary A. Williams, Claire Barger, George Chun and J. H.
Johnson.
Miss Gloria Jones, "Miss Mocksville of 1975 gave a rendition of music and songs while
contributions were being accepted.
Mrs. Dorthy B. Shoaf read communications from churches, organizations, and friends who were
not able to attend.
Social hour followed in the Fellowship Hall. This was catered by Mrs. Claudia Wallace of
Woodleaf, Rt. 1.
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10 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY, MAY 13, 1976
Davie NAACP To Hold Rally
The Davie County Branch of the NAACP will hold its annual Freedom Fund Rally Saturday night.
May 15, at 8:00 p.m. in the B.C. Brock Cafeteria.
Dr. J.T. McMillan, president of the Winston-Salem branch will be the principal speaker. Dr.
McMillan has many years of experience in the Ministry of the A.M.E. Zion Church, with Parent Teacher
Organizations, political and civic organizations.
The Cedar Creek Chorus will also render musical selections during the program.
Refreshments will be served and the lady raising the most money will be crowned "Miss Davie
County" and given a free trip to Raleigh for the State's Freedom Fund Rally with expenses paid. The rally
will be held on May 23.
Mrs. Connie Campbell is chairperson for the "Freedom Fund" drive; Mrs. Prudence L. Johnson is
president of the Davie County branch. The public is invited to attend.
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NAACP Holds Rally
The Davie County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
held their annual Freedom Fund Rally Saturday night at the B.C. Brock Cafeteria.
The weather was a handicap for some people but for the contestants for mother of the year it had
no effect. They were on time to enjoy the social hour and make their final reports.
Mrs. Atha Allen from the Advance community was crowned local mother of the year; having
reported $278.26. Ms. Prudence L. Johnson came in second place with $274.50.
Ms. Bettye Blackwell of Redland community won third with $171.00; and Mrs. Ijames of
Cooleemee won fourth place with a total of $165.65. Other contestants were: Mrs. Sarah Cain, Ms. Vivian
Bryant, Valerie Chunn, Linda Riggs, and Rose Demoll of Chapter 531 of the Order of the Eastern Star
gave a donation. The total amount of donations reported was $1,354.56.
Dr. J.T. McMillian, pastor of St. James A.M.E. Zion Church in Winston-Salem, N.C. was
presented by the program chairperson, Ms. Connie Campbell.
Dr. McMillian reminisced the background of the black mothers and congratulated them on the
progress they've made and urged them to continue to work. He also challenged the young black boys to
learn more than athletics telling them the necessity of learning English, Science, Math, Sociology, etc.
Mayor Arlen DeVito was presented and gave encouraging remarks on the progress of the town of
Mocksville and paid tribute to Dr. McMillian.
Mrs. Prudence L. Johnson, president of the local NAACP branch, accepted the challenge
presented to her from Dr. McMillian and Mayor DeVito and expressed her congratulations to the
contestants for a job well done.
A drawing of tickets was held and Mrs. Arlen DeVito was the winner of a chocolate cake. The
Cedar Creek Chorus furnished music for the occasion. The benediction was given by the Rev. Leon
Lowery, pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, Mocksville.
The regular scheduled meeting of the NAACP will be held May 25 at the B.C. Brock Center.
Officers will meet at 7 p.m. and the regular meeting will be held at 7:45.
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Dr. John Larkins To Speak At Brock Center
Dr. John R. Larkin will deliver a lecture at the B.C. Brock Center Saturday, June 26, beginning at
7:30 for members of the Davie County Branch of NAACP.
Dr. Larkin is a native of Wilmington, N.C. where he received his B.A. degree from Shaw
University. He also received his M.S.W. degree from the Atlanta University School of Social Work. At the
University of Chicago and the Columbia University School of Social Work he completed the requirements
for his doctorate.
Returning to North Carolina in 1951 he was a special student at UNC -Chapel Hill and at NCS
University he received the Doctor of Law degree which was endorsed by his Alma Mater, Shaw University
in 1973. In 1967 Dr. Larkin received his degree of Humane Letters from North Carolina College.
Some of his activities in commissions, boards and committees include; member of Advisory
Board of Juvenile Correction - 1954-56, vice-president of NC Council on Human Relations - 1954-56, the
Executive Committee of the Farm Labor Commission in 1943, the Advisory Committee of N.C. Recreation
Commission under Governor R. Gregg Cherry, N.C. Delegate to the Annual Freedom Day Association in
Philadelphia. Pa. under Governor W. Kerr Scott, and state committee for Improved courts under Governor
Luther H. Hodges.
His interest in civil service includes his work in such organizations as: Southern Sociological
Society, American Public Welfare Association, N.C. Conference of Social Service, National Association of
Social workers and the American Sociological Society of social workers.
Included in some of his written works are: "The Negro Population in North Carolina Social and
Economic" in 1944, "The Adjustment of Negro Boy Discharged from Morrison Training School" in 1947,
"The Employment of Negro In Public Welfare in Eleven Southern States" in 1951, "A study of Negro
Parolees" in 1954, "The Negroes In North Carolina" in 1959 and "Alcohol and the Negro".
In recognition for his many works he has been honored by: Professional Men's Club at
Wilmington, N.C., Man of the Year by Negro Progress Magazine, appointed to the 5011 Anniversary Award
of the N.C. Federation of Negro Woman's Club.
The public is invited to hear Dr. Larkin speak and he will answer questions related to the lecture.
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NAACP Formed In 1953
The Davie County Branch of the National Association of the NAACP was formed July 30, 1953 at
the Shiloh Baptist Church on Depot Street in Mocksville.
The current membership to date is seventy-nine. Meetings are held the 41h Tuesday of each
month at the B.C. Brock Cafeteria at 717 N. Main St. Equal rights for all people is the objective of the
organization by encouraging more people to become registered voters. Accomplishments of the local
Branch have included desegregation of public rest rooms washerterias, Doctors' offices and schools.
The Branch sponsors an annual Freedom Fund Rally at which time mothers compete for the
Mother of the Year award. This year eight mothers reported a total of $1,354.64 for the Freedom Fund.
Charter members of the local Branch are: G.W. Smith (deceased), B.T. Williams, chairperson
Clyde Studevant, D.D. Peebles, Rev. G.W. Campbell, Ms. Lillian Cain, Ms. Ola Peebles, Guy Holman,
(deceased), John L. Gray, Minnie Campbell (deceased), Mary B. Cross, Prudence L. Johnson, sec.,
Adelaide Ellis, Garland Ellis, Clifton Peebles, Mattison Peebles, Seressa Mason, Hiram Davidson,
Thomas Gaither, W.F. Johnson (deceased), and O.L. Williams.
Past presidents of the local branch have been B.T. Williams and Rev. Lamont Dillingham. Current
officers are Chr. Person, Prudence L. Johnson; Co.-chr. Person, Mrs. Connie Y. Campbell; sec., Mrs.
Bessie Newsome; publicity chr. Person Agnes Thomas; education chr. Person, Alice Gaither; freedom
fund; Connie Campbell; housing -labor, Faye Carter; membership, Adelaide Ellis; social chr. Person
Margeretta Johnson, legal redress, Calvin Jones; economic opportunity, Nettie Ijames and Sadie Jones;
youth work, Sadie Jones and Stephen Dalton.
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NAACP Hears Dr. Larkins
Dr. John R. Larkins was guest speaker at the regular monthly meeting of the Davie County
Branch of the NAACP on Tuesday, June 22. Dr. Larkins is coordinator of minority affairs and resides in
Raleigh. He has spent 35 years in public services working in many capacities with former Governors.
Dr. Larkins spoke to the group about the democratic way of life..."it is the most efficient instrument
that man can use to cut barriers of injustice and exploitation. Yet, today, most of our conflicts, frustrations,
and violence have come from not according all people the same treatment."
He advised his audience to "shake off the current atmosphere of complacency." Improved human
relations was of capital importance in his speech. In order to achieve better, relations he said "we must
learn by reason and judgement, understanding and faith, that all life is worth living, and that mercy is the
highest attribute of man."
Dr. Larkins closed his talk by urging those present to vote their convictions on election day for
candidates that would provide leadership that will guide the people into improved human relations.
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4 DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER, 23 1976
Davie NAACP Meets Tuesday
The Davie County Branch of the NAACP will hold its regular meeting at Rich Park, September 28,
beginning at 6:00 p.m.
"All members and friends are urged to attend and to bring a covered dish," said a local NAACP
official.
Julius Suiter, assistant principal of Davie County High School, will be the guest speaker.
Dinner will be served and special recognition will be given to the 1976 graduates of Davie County
High School. Students and their parents are urged to be present for this special recognition of the
graduating class. Parents will stand in for absent students.
Ms. Alice Lee Gaither, chairperson of the education committee will make the presentations.
The report on the National activities of the NAACP will be given by Ms. Connie Campbell, 1 st vice
president of the local chapter.
"The NAACP works for the betterment of man -kind in providing for just opportunities for all
people. Now, as in the past the NAACP strides for gains in health, education and welfare of all colored
people. Interest in the local chapter has been great but they continue to stride for equal opportunity for
blacks," said Ms. Campbell.
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NAACP Banquet Saturday
The Davie County branch of the NAACP will hold its annual fund raising banquet on April 30, at
6:00 p. m. in the cafeteria of the B. C. Brock Community Building at 717 North Main Street in Mocksville.
The Cedar Creek Chorus will furnish music for the occasion and the featured speaker for the
evening will be Dr. Jordan C. Harris, the minister of the First Baptist Church in Statesville and the New
Shepherd Baptist Church in Cooleemee.
Dr. Harris will talk about his experiences with young people and college students, the local
schools and churches and his work on the foreign mission fields.
Seating capacity at the cafeteria is limited and those interested in attending the banquet are
advised to make their reservations as soon as possible.
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Local NAACP To Meet Monday
NAACP local branch will meet Monday evening March 20th for their regular monthly meeting. All
new and old members are urged to attend. The time is 7:30 p.m.
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NAACP Is Conducting Fund Raising Campaign
The members of the Davie branch of the NAACP are presently engaged in a fund raising effort.
All members, who have not renewed their membership for 1978, are urged to do so.
The Davie branch will begin its 1978 "Mother of the Year" contest Sunday. The contest will end
the third week in May.
All churches in this area are urged to participate in this drive.
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NAACP To Hold 'Mother Of Year' Contest Saturday
The local branch of the NAACP will hold its annual "Mother of the Year" Contest, Saturday, June
10, at 7 p.m. at the B.C. Brock Cafeteria on North Main Street. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Howard
Parker Jr.
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Mrs. Nadine Clark Honored As 'Mother of the Year'
1978
The Davie County Chapter of the NAACP closed the local 1978-79 "Mother of the Year' event
which is part of the Annual National Freedom fund drive on June 10, 1978 A special program was
presented in recognition of eight (8) local participants each representing various church communities of
the county.
Mrs. Alice C. Gaither was mistress of ceremony for this occasion. The invocation was offered by
B.T. Williams, a former local NAACP president for 18 years; Mrs. Bessie Newsom, secretary, gave words
of welcome. The guest speaker, the Rev. Howard Parker, Jr., the pastor of Mocksville Shiloh Baptist
Church was presented by Dewey Parks. Rev. Parker's theme was "Everybody is Somebody." Each
mother participant was recognized during the awards presentation by Mrs. Doretha Wilson.
The results of the "Mother of the Year" participation were as follows: 3rd runner-up Mrs. Mary
Peebles — Piney Grove Advance; 2nd runner-up Mrs. Rosa Lee Long -Tabernacle Church of Christ
Huntsville; 1st runner-up Mrs. Martha Scott- Mainville A.M.E. Zion.
Mrs. Nadine Hall, of the Redland Church of Christ, was crowned Davie County NAACP "Mother of
the Year" by Mrs. Atha Allen of Mt. Sinai A.M.E. Zion of Advance, the 1977-78 "Mother of the Year."
Other participants were: Mrs. Evelyn Campbell-Mocksville Shiloh Baptist; Mrs. Adelaide Ellis-
Mocksville Second Presbyterian; Mrs. Cora Mae Peoples -Mt. Sinia Advance; and Mrs. Mary Wilson -Piney
Grove Harmony.
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Mrs. Nadine Clark Hall is a North Carolina, Stanely County native, now residing in the Redland
Community for about 2 years. Mrs. Hall attends the Redland Church of Christ, is the wife of James Henry
Hall of Mocksville and the mother of three daughters; Debbye Loretta 17, Karen Lynette 14, Angela
Shirlene 13, and one foster daughter, Alicia Marcell 5.
Mrs. Hall is a former resident of Juncos, Puerto Rica and a former airlines stewardess, who has
traveled three continents: Asia, Europe, and South America. She was briefly employed with the
Farmington Day Care Center and now has a summer position with the Children's Home of Winston-
Salem, N.C.
Mrs. Hall said she was really surprised to win. She further said, "In my role as mother of the year
am honored and I pledge to continue to live a good Christian life, to uphold the values, and sound
standards worthy to this honor, to endeavor to exemplify the title of "Mother of the Year" in my everyday
life, in my home, my community, and my employment."
Closing remarks and words of encouragement were expressed by Mrs. Connie Campbell, Davie
NAACP President, who indicated that progress is being made through NAACP activities. A social hour
and refreshments climaxed the program.
NAACP FREEDOM DAY
On June 18, 1978, Davie County was represented by Mrs. Hall at the NAACP Annual Freedom
day Celebration "Mother of the Year" Activity which took place in the new Raleigh, North Carolina Civic
Center. Of the numerous North Carolina counties participating, Davie was one of the eleven (11) counties
to report $1,000.00 or more for the Freedom Fund Drive, a total of $47,430 was reported.
Celebration activities in Raleigh were highlighted with a program to include outstanding black
leaders from throughout North Carolina and of the North Carolina Conference of NAACP Branches and
Youth Division, to name a few: Presiding, Kelly M. Alexander, Sr., Pres.; Charles A. McLean Field
Director; Mrs. T. Diane Small, Youth Director; and William Knight, Councilman of Raleigh.
The presence of the Honorable Benjamin L. Hooks, Executive Director of the NAACP, was also
guest speaker of the day added effect of the total purpose of the event. Doctor of Law, Ordained Minister,
businessman, and orator of distinction, Dr. Hook emphasized the recognition of racial inequality in
America and the new direction of the NAACP today in resolving to insist on total freedom and justice for
all.
The events of the day were enjoyed by all. Mrs. Hall was accompanied by Mrs. Agnes Thomas.
Alvin Cannady of Mocksville, NAACP assist. secretary, attended also.
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NAACP To Meet July 23
The Davie County Chapter of the N.A.A.C.P. will be having the 4th Monday night meetings for the
remainder of the summer in different communities.
The meeting for July 23 will be held at the Mocksville 2nd Presbyterian Church at 7:30 pm.
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NAACP To Hold Victory Tea
The Davie Branch of the NAACP will have a Victory Tea Saturday night, May 10 at 6 p.m. at St.
John A.M.E. Zion Church.
The "Mother of the Year" will be crowned based on monetary proceeds.
Speakers for the occasion will be the three top winners from the Declamation contest.
The public is invited.
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Davie NAACP
The Davie Branch of the N.A.A.C.P. will meet at St. John A.M.E.Z. Church on Monday night June
23, 1980 at 7:30 p.m.
All interested youth are asked to be present at this meeting.
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NAACP Is Sponsoring A Variety Show Here November
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The local branch of the NAACP is sponsoring a variety show, Saturday, November 29, at 8 p.m.
at Brock Center.
The purpose of this show is a fund raising project for a young adult department of the local
branch of the NAACP.
Featured locally will be Miss Karen Dulin, Elliott Wilkes, Jamie Hunter, The Hummingbirds, The
Cedar Creek Gospel Choir, Miss Anita Peebles, The Maine Male Ensemble with Darryl Eaton at the
piano, Misses Angie Brown and Sherry Johnson, Larry Naylor and others.
Out of town entertainers will be Misses Cathy Patternon, Kim Gillespie, Anya Smith, Crystal Lee,
Pat Ellis, Novella White, Kenya Wilson, Kendra Speaks, and Sheila Kay Dalton of Statesville, Miss
Shonda Flowers of Mooresville and Miss Catawba County.
Tickets are on sale at Don's Music Center. They will also be sold at the door.
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Local Churches To Sponsor "Save The Children
Program" April 12
For the past few months in the City of Atlanta, twenty black youths crossed paths with their killer
or killers leaving Atlanta officials perplexed by the identity of the murderer or murderers.
On Sunday April 12, 1981, Psalm Sunday, the Churches of Mocksville and Davie County, with the
local branch of the N.A.A.C.P. will sponsor a "Save The Children Program" asking the citizens to
assemble together for this effort in prayer and finance.
The program will begin at 3 p.m. with a silent parade, leaving St. John A.M.E. Zion Church,
Campbell Road, en route to Shiloh Baptist Church, Depot Extension. One person from the first twenty
churches will wear a green ribbon with the other walkers wearing palms. Mrs. Louise Gaither and her
team will coordinate the "Silent Parade" and all youths and adults from the community are welcome to
participate, either starting from St. John orjoining enroute. The parade is scheduled to travel down North
Main Street to Depot Street ending at Shiloh.
At 4 p.m. the worship service will be conducted in the sanctuary of Shiloh. The tentative program
is as follows: Presiding - Rev. Wilfred Bailey, Prayer Service - Community Deacons, Call To Worship -
Rev. Stevie Dalton, Opening Hymn - O God Our Help In Ages Past, Scripture (Old Testament) - Rev.
Kelly Alexander, (New Testament) - Rev. R. M. Wilkinson, Invocation - Rev. Ivan Ijames, Music -
Mainsville MaleChorus, Purpose of Program - Principal, J. A. Suiter, Appeal on behalf of N.A.A.C.P. -
President, Harold Wilson, Music — Cedar Grove Youth Choir, Remarks: Mayor R. C. Smith, City of
Mocksville, Deacon B. T. Williams, New Bethel Baptist Church, Mrs. Dorothy Graham, Business, Rev.
Charles Bullock, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Music — Mainsville MaleChorus, Offertory Appeal - Rev.
Lester C. Speaks, Offertory - Deacons in Charge. Introduction of Speaker - Dr. F. D. Betts, Music Cedar
Grove Choir, Speaker - Rev. Dennis Bishop, New Bethel Baptist Church, Music — Mainsville MaleChorus,
Words of Thanks - Rev. H. W. Parker, Jr., Closing Prayer - Dr. W. C. Hay, Benediction - Rev. F. D.
Johnson.
The N.A.A.C.P., is asking:
-All pastors of the community to take part in this effort and encourage their congregation
to do likewise,
-All deacons to participate in the prayer service,
-All youths and adults to walk in the parade,
-Individuals, churches and businesses to give a contribution which will be sent to the
Mayor's Office in Atlanta,
-For prayers for this effort during the Lenten season.
If more information is needed, please contact Harold Wilson of the N.A.A.C.P. or Rev. Howard W.
Parker, Jr. of Shiloh Baptist Church.
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"Save The Children" March
The brutal killing of twenty black children in Atlanta has aroused Americans across the nation.
People from all walks of life are banning together in an effort to solve the crimes. So far, Atlanta
officials are perplexed as to the identity of the murderer or murderers. The crimes continue.
Last Sunday, Palm Sunday, over 300 Davie residents led a silent parade and prayer vigil in an
effort to raise money to aid in the Atlanta investigation.
Louise Gaither, parade coordinator, said that $800 plus has been raised with more checks
expected. She said all proceeds will be forwarded to the Mayor's office in Atlanta.
The silent parade began at 3:00 p.m. from St. John A.M.E. Zion Church on Campbell Road.
Somber marchers proceeded slowly, many waving signs reading "Save the Children".
Young and old marched, each determined to complete the parade route which traveled down
North Main Street to Depot Street. The march ended at Shiloh Baptist Church.
One person, from the first twenty churches represented, was given a green ribbon to wear. The
ribbons have become a nationwide symbol of the twenty murdered children.
Other marchers wore tiny palms.
At the conclusion of the march, a special worship service was held at Shiloh Baptist Church.
Rev. Wilfred Bailey, pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church presided. Others participating included:
Prayer Service- - Community Deacons, Call to Worship - Rev. Stevie Dalton, Opening Hymn - O God Our
Help In Ages Past, Scripture (Old Testament) - Rev. Kelly Alexander, (New Testament) - Rev. R. M.
Wilkinson, Invocation - Rev. Ivan Ijames, Music - Mainsville MaleChorus, Purpose of Program - Principal
J.A. Suiter, Appeal on behalf of N.A.A.C.P. - President Harold Wilson, Music — Cedar Grove Youth Choir.
Remarks: Mayor R. C. Smith, City of Mocksville, Deacon B. T. Williams, New Bethel Baptist Church, Mrs.
Dorothy Graham, Business, Rev. Charles Bullock, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Music — Mainsville
MaleChorus, Offertory Appeal - Rev. Lester C. Speaks, Offertory - Deacons in Charge, Introduction of
Speaker - Dr. F.D . Betts, Music - Cedar Grove Choir, Speaker - Rev. Dennis Bishop, New Bethel Baptist
Church, Music — Mainsville MaleChorus, Words of Thanks - Rev. H.W. Parker, Jr., Closing Prayer - Dr.
W.C. Hay, Benediction - Rev. F.D. Johnson. The Silent Parade and Prayer Service were sponsored by
churches of Mocksville and Davie County and the local branch of the N.A.A.C.P.
2B DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY, JULY 16, 1981
Harold Wilson Is NAACP Convention Delegate
Harold Wilson, president of the Davie Branch of NAACP, was a delegate to the annual national
convention, which was held June 29, thru July 3, in Denver, Colorado, at the convention complex there.
There were several thousand delegates in attendance from all the states and branches across
the United States.
The theme this year was, "A Duel Society is an Unequal Society."
The youth were also heavily represented by a group. ACT -SO known as Afro -Academic Cultural
Technological and Scientific Olympics. It is an NAACP program designed to discover, develop and
reward academic achievement among the nation's black high school students. This program has
operated for four years, and has competition in (20) categories. The program is rooted in the conviction
that black youth can succeed in the classroom at the superior levels that blacks display in athletic arenas
across the nation.
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Davie NAACP Has Meeting
The first monthly meeting of 1982 of the Davie County Chapter of the NAACP was held as
scheduled, Monday, January 25.
Discussion included the forming and chairing of viable committees according to National State
NAACP mandate.
Harold Wilson, Sr., president of the local chapter urges meeting participation of current members
and young adults. Memberships are always open and encouraged.
The next meeting is scheduled for February 22 at 7 p.m. at which time officers will be elected.
An interesting program is planned for the February meeting.
Guest speaker will be Melvin White, president of the Mechanics and Farmers Bank of Winston-
Salem. He grew up in Mocksville where he attended public schools.
In observance of "Black History Month," the Davie County Public Library will display at random
works of art by black artists during the month of February. Persons who wish to place items in the library
should contact the librarian or an NAACP representative.
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NAACP Forms Ministerial Pack
A ministerial alliance was formed at a recent meeting when Harold Wilson, Sr. president of the
Davie County NAACP met with the Religious Affairs Committee. Others attending the meeting were The
Reverend W .L. Bailey and other black ministers of Davie County.
Officers elected were: President, S.F. Hairston of Chinquapin Baptist; secretary, W.L. Bailey of
Mainville A.M.E. Zion; treasurer, L.B. Speas of St. John A.M.E. Zion, and one board member, Sylvester
Foote.
The monthly NAACP meeting will be held Monday, April 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the B.C. Brock
cafeteria. The executive board will meet at 7 p.m., thirty minutes prior to the regular meeting.
Guest speaker will be the Reverend Charles Roman of Statesville, N.C.
Each member is asked to send or name the person from their community or church who will
compete as a candidate for the NAACP Mother of The Year. This fund drive is held annually from local to
national. The termination date is Saturday, May 15.
Membership in the NAACP is always open, welcomed and needed to strengthen the fulfillment of
the purpose and service of the organization.
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NAACP To Announce The Mother Of The Year
The Davie County NAACP Chapter will announce the "Mother of the Year" as a result of the
Freedom Fund Drive Saturday evening May 15th. The crowning of the Mother of the Year will be
proclaimed during the "Darryl Eaton in Concert" intermission.
All candidates are required to report no later than 6:30 p.m.
The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Mocksville Middle School Auditorium.
The following persons are competing candidates for Mother of the Year at the time of this news
release; Frances William, New Bethel; Cora Peebles, Mt. Sinia; Elizabeth Etchison, St. John's; Regina
Mock, Smith Grove; and Mary Lee Scott, Mainville. Others are expected to be named this week.
The winning contestant will represent Davie County in the State Freedom Fund Drive later this month.
The events of the evening will be followed with a reception.
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Miss NAACP Contest Is Launched
The Local NAACP Program Committee will sponsor a Miss NAACP Contest to be held the third
week in August .The contest is open to young ladies of Davie County at least 15 years old and not older
than 21. An application fee of $3.00 (nonrefundable) is required to enter; applications are available at
local sponsoring churches, organizations etc., or by personal contact with Mrs. Doetha Wilson, program
chairperson, who will furnish detailed information.
However, the deadline for entry is July 9th. An elimination procedure in order to choose 12
contestants will be held on July 10th, at the B. C. Brock Center. Further information is forthcoming.
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NAACP Pageant Is In. Full Progress
The N.A.A.C.P. Beauty Pageant is well in process with the following contestants participating.
Miss Kathy Cockerham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Cockerham, Miss Collette Foster, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. John H. Foster, Miss Robin Foster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John H . Foster, Miss Monica
Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Johnson, Miss Diedra Dulin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Dulin,
Ms. Susan Dulin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry W. Dulin, Miss Paulette Foster, daughter of Ms. Lillie
Johnson, Miss Sheria Peterson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Peterson, Miss Cassandra Miller,
daughter of Mrs. Hilda Miller.
There will be a make-up party for the contestants at the home of Mrs. Doretha Wilson on
Saturday night at 8 p.m. All committee persons are asked to be present at this time.
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Eight Vie For "Miss NAACP"
On Saturday August 28,1982 eight aspiring young ladies of color will vie for the crown of "Miss
NAACP" of Mocksville-Davie County in pageant. It is a first for Davie County.
The month of July has brought new experiences and a full schedule for most of these young
ladies in preparation for competition of this type. The response is encouraging!
The Make-up Session on July 24th, and the Charm and Poise Session of July 31st were
conducted successfully by Ms. Cheryl Barker and Ms. Priscilla Williams; hostess was Mrs. Dorothy Wilson
at her home of Rt. 6, Mocksville.
The talent rehearsal will be Saturday, August 7, at 1 p.m. in the B. C. B rock Center Cafeteria. All
candidates must be present and report all required ads at this time.
Tickets, $2.00 each will go on sale at this time also.
Again, all candidates must be present for the talent rehearsal. Ads may be from local businesses,
parents and friends.
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Davie County NAACP Pageant is Saturday Night
The Davie County Branch of the NAACP is sponsoring its first pageant Saturday night, August
28, 8 p.m., at the B. C. Brock Auditorium. The pageant, entitled "Miss Dark and Lovely," will have eight
local girls vying for the title.
Contestants include: Cynthia Elaine Brown, Kathy Louise Cockerham, Susan Machelle Dulin,
Cynthia Collete Foster, Paulette Foster, Johnna Grant, Cassandra Miller and Sheria Oddessa Peterson.
Jimmy A. Steele, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Steele of Rt. 4, Mocksville, will serve as an emcee for
the pageant. He is a graduate of the Davie High School where he was president of the marching band
and chairman of the Youth Council. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in radio and television
broadcasting from Wake Forest University. At Wake Forest he was president of the Afro-American
Society, secretary of the college union, resident advisor in the men's dormitory, and was a member of the
gospel choir, marching, concert and pep bands, the forensic team, the Young Republican Club, and was
an assistant in the speech department. Presently he is employed as a news reporter for WSHS and
WTQR radio stations.
In addition to the parade of talent by the 8 lovely contestants, several former and reigning queens
will be present.
Entertainment will also be provided by Archie Bell of Archie Bell and the Drells; Miss Bonita
Nichols, "Miss Davie High" of 1979 and first runner-up in the. "Miss Ebony" Pageant; and contestants in
the "Miss Statesville" contest. Other entertainment will include Miss Chrystal Lee, a ballerina; Miss Cathy
Shirelle Patterson, a junior at Bennett College, who will do a show on Channel 3 TV soon, will sing "And
I'm Telling You That You're Not Going" from the Broadway musical, "Dream Girls." Teresa Setzer will sing
"Somewhere Over The Rainbow"; Stephanie L. Rogers, "Miss Statesville" NAACP 1982 and Anya
Rooaine Smith, Iredell County Golf Queen, will perform a dramatic musical combination from "Purlie".
Miss Wanda White of South Carolina, an opera singer, will do an aria. The Rev. and Mrs. Dennis
Soshop: of Winston-Salem will render a gospel duet; Julian Gaither and Charlese Jamerson of Mocksville
will perform a dance.
Judges for the pageant and their impressive list of credentials are as follows:
Mrs. Helen H. Horton of Forsyth County, daughter of the late Walter M. and Alma Tatum Hairston.
She attended Carver High School and is a 1965 graduate of Russell Business College. She has attended
Winston-Salem State University and the Wake Forest University Babcock School of Management. She is
currently employed by R. J. Reynolds as an office assistant at the coupon redemption center. She is a
member of the Winston-Salem chapter of the NAACP, president of the 1958 alumni class of Carver High
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School, and a member of the "Bid More Card Club." She is married to Cornelius Horton and the mother of
two children.
Mrs. Percy Mills Yarborough, born in Randleman, is married to Andrew Yarborough III, principal
of the Kimberly Park Elementary School of Winston-Salem. They are the parents of two children. Mrs.
Yarborough graduated from Winston-Salem State University and has attended other colleges. She is a
member of the 'Black Repertory Drama Guild" and the Mount Zion Baptist Church where she teaches
Sunday School. She is employed as a second grade teacher at the Walkertown Elementary School.
Mrs. Georgia J. Scales is a native of Davie County. Her parents are the late Rev. and Mrs.
George J Johnson. She is a graduate from Winston-Salem State University and received the Master of
Science degree in administration from North Carolina A&T University. For several years she worked in the
public school system of Davie County as both a teacher and supervisor. Until retirement, she taught in the
Greensboro City Schools. She is known for her unusually good taste in exotic fashions and is married to
A. L. Scales, who taught agriculture in the Davie County School System. She and her husband reside on
Dudley Street in Greensboro.
David W. Butler, a native of Salisbury, received his BS degree from Livingstone College, Master
of Science degree in education administration from North Carolina A&T and has done further study at
North Carolina State University in Raleigh. He worked for 28 years in Rowan County school system as a
teacher, principal, director of guidance, instructional supervisor and Director of ESEA- Title I. Presently he
is employed at Rowan Technical College as Associate Dean in the Continuing Education Division. His
awards and honors include: Certificate of Appreciation Selective Service System by President Gerald
Ford, Meritorious Service Ward from Livingstone College Alumni Association. He was appointed to the
advisory council of the Rowan County unit of the N.C. Department of Correction by Governor Hunt,
served on the Salisbury City School Board, board of directors of United Way, board of directors of
Salisbury -Rowan YMCA. He holds or has held offices in the following: Rowan County Teachers Credit
Union, treasurer of the Livingstone College Alumni Association, treasurer of the Gethsemane Baptist
Church. He is a member of the Association for Retarded Citizens and the Rowan Vocational Workshop.
He is married to the former Fannie M. Tillery of Morehead City. They have two children.
The chief judge is Leon Ijames of Statesville, who is a former resident of Davie County. He is the
son of Mrs. Julia Ijames and the late Elder Lois Ijames. He is an engineering major from North Carolina
State University and has been employed for 12 years as program manager of the Statesville Housing
Authority. He has judged various pageants including the preliminary Miss America pageants. He was the
1978 producer and director of the "Miss Dogwood Festival," production coordinator for the "Little Miss
Ebony' pageant and production manager for the 1982 "Miss Ebony' pageant. He is married to the former
Melvin Sloan and they reside in Statesville.
The contestants are:
Cynthia Elaine Brown is the 16 year old daughter of Mrs. Eleanor Isaac Brown and Ronald
Brown. She is a member of the Mocksville Second Presbyterian Church. She enjoys skating, bowling,
piano and reading. Cynthia will do a Dramatic Interpretation for her talent. Cynthia Is a junior at Davie
High School.
Kathy Louise Cockerham is the 21 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Cockerham Sr. of
Mills Street. Kathy is a 1980 graduate of Davie High School where she was a member of the
Homecoming Court, attended Mitchell College, and is a member of New Calvary Holiness Church. She
enjoys music and sports. For her talent, Kathy will sing a gospel selection.
Susan Machelle Dulin is the 18 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dulin of Route 1,
Advance. Susan is a 1982 graduate of Davie High School and a freshman at Winston-Salem State
University. She enjoys challenging and exciting things. She attends The Redland Church of Christ. For
her talent, Susan will sing.
Cynthia Collette Foster is the 18 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny H. Foster of Route 2,
She is a rising senior at Davie High School and a member of Mainville African Methodist Episcopal Zion
Church where she sings on the youth choir. Cynthia enjoys drama and church activities. For her talent,
she will do a dramatic Interpretation.
Paulette Foster is the 16 year daughter of Mrs. Lillie M. Johnson of Mill Street. She is a
sophomore at Davie High School where she is a member of the Davie High School JV Cheering Squad.
Paulette enjoys any and all sports. She is a member of Shiloh Baptist Church where she serves as an
usher and sings on the Junior choir. Paulette will dance for her talent.
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Johnna Grant is the 17 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Grant of Deadmon Road
and a 1982 graduate of Davie High School. She is also a member of St. John African Methodist Episcopal
Zion Church where she serves as an usher and sings on the Young Adult Choir. Johnna is a freshman at
UNC -G majoring in Nursing. Johnna's hobbies include modeling with her 3 sisters, 2 of whom have
studied modeling professionally. For her talent, Johnna will do a Chinese Dance routine.
Cassandra R. Miller is the daughter of Mrs. Hilda C. Miller of Route 5 and Charles Miller of
Atlanta, Georgia. She is a 1981 graduate of Davie High where she was an outstanding member of the
Dancing Boots. She won the "Miss Congeniality" trophy in the 1981 state Miss Teen pageant. Cassandra
is a member of Shiloh Baptist Church, Winston-Salem, N. C. Cassandra is a former member of
Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church. Cassandra will do a Jazz Dance routine for her talent.
Sheria Oddessa Peterson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Peterson, Jr. of Craftwood. She
is a 1982 graduate of Davie High and a freshman at UNC -Chapel Hill. While attending Davie High, Sheria
was a member of the FBLA, FTA, Social Studies Club and the Spanish Club. Sheria attends New Bethel
Baptist Church, Route 4. She will do a dramatic Interpretation for her talent.
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Miss "Dark And Lovely"
Paulette Foster Crowned At First NAACP Pageant
Miss Paulette Foster, a 68" sophomore at Davie High and daughter of Mrs. Lillie Johnson, was,
crowned "Miss Dark and Lovely" before a capacity audience of over 600 at the first Annual NAACP
Pageant on Saturday, August 28, 1982 at 8:00 p.m.
Paulette, with her award winning smile, amassed an overwhelming number of votes in the
Interview Division to be declared title winner as well as "Miss Congeniality." Paulette did a Cheerleading
Routine to "Dance Floor" by Zapp,
Paulette said, "I am both happy and surprised!" In answer to her plans for the future, she replied,
"I want to study psychology after high school, then rest from this arduous study by joining the Dallas
Cowboys Cheerleaders, and finally direct and operate a psychological clinic of my own."
Miss Cynthia Elaine Brown, First Runner-up and Talent Division Winner, did a dramatic
interpretation of her own composition, "Does It Matter?" Cynthia is the daughter of Mrs. Eleanor Isaac
Brown of Route 2. She is a junior at Davie High.
Second runner-up was Sheria Odessa Peterson who won the swimsuit division. Her suit was of a
peach color and she wore matching pumps. Sheria, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Peterson, Jr. of
Craftwood, is a freshman at UNC -Chapel Hill.
Cynthia Collette Foster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Foster of Route 2, and a senior at
Davie High School, was evening dress winner and third runner-up. Cynthia's dress was designed of off-
white Venetian lace with Juliet sleeves and a ruffled peplumed bodice.
Special entertainers spiced the show with almost professional performances of song, dance, and
oratory.
The local Branch of the NAACP congratulates all the young ladies who participated in the
pageant, appreciates the diligent work of the pageant committee, and expresses pleasure to the
members of the audience for their very vivacious involvement.
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N.A.A.C.P. Banquet
The N.A.A.C.P. Banquet scheduled for Sat. night Dec. 11 has been postponed until a later date.
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N.A.A.C.P. Sponsors Fellowship Banquet
The Davie County branch of the N.A.A.C.P. will sponsor a Fellowship banquet, Saturday, Feb. 12
at 6:30 p.m.
Guest speaker will be Melvin White, City Executive — Vice President of Mechanics and Farmers
Bank of Winston-Salem. Mr. White is a former Davie County resident. Miss Dark & Lovely Beauty Queen,
Miss Paulette Foster, also Mrs. N.A.A.C.P. Mother of the Year, Mrs. Cora Mae Peoples will be present.
Tickets are now on sale.
Black Art exhibitions are on display at the Public Library through the month of February in
recognition of Black History Month.
The public is encouraged to visit the Library and share this exhibition.
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NAACP Sponsors Program About Black History
The Davie County Chapter of the NAACP will have a program in recognition of Black History,
Sunday February 27. This program will be presented at St. John's AME Zion Church in Mocksville at 3
p.m. and it will be the climax of Black History Month.
Those who wish to offer a contribution of talent, experience and or knowledge to the success of
this effort should contact the program chairpersons: Mrs. Alice Gaither and Mrs. Doretha Wilson, this
week.
Please remember to visit the library to view the Black Art Exhibition now on display.
A follow -up report on the success of the Fellowship Banquet will be published in next week's
edition of this paper.
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Davie NAACP Holds Annual Fellowship Banquet
The N.A.A.C.P. Fellowship Banquet was held Saturday evening February 12th at Mocksville
Middle School. The banquet was reported a real success and attendance beyond expectation.
Mrs. James Peoples (Cora Mae), 1982 Davie Co. N.A.A.C. P. "Mother of the Year", was Mistress
of Ceremonies. Michael Cody- self accomplished- pianist and Miss Sharon Wilson- soloist, rendered the
musical program. Miss Wilson is a 1982 graduate of Western Carolina University with a B.S. degree in
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement.
The presentation of the speaker was given by Miss Paulette Foster, the first "Miss Dark and
Lovely"; sponsored by the local N.A.A.C.P. - Essence of Beauty Pageant of 1982.
The speaker of the evening was Melvin White. He is the son of the late Annie Mae and Albert
White of Mocksville, graduated from Central Davie High School in 1958. He received further education at
Iona and Mercy Colleges in Weschester County, New York, and graduated from the American Institute of
Banking - White Plains, New York, and the Graduate School of Banking of Rutgers University in New
Jersey. Mr. White had banking employment experience with the National Bank of Weschester, and as
Manager of the Century National Bank in Jacksonville, Florida. He now resides in Winston-Salem with his
wife and daughter, Rhonda and Christy. He is a City Executive - Vice President of the Mechanics and
Farmers Bank of Winston - Salem - a Black Business Enterprise. Mr. White is a member of St. Benedict
Catholic Church and a member of the Board of Directors of the Winston -Salem Chamber of Commerce;
Crime Stoppers; Kiwanis Club, and the Patterson Avenue YWCA.
Mr. White emphasized his talk with excerpts from the NBLR - Master Plan, outlining unity, survival
and progress in the 80's; to determine specific goals, roles and influential involvement in community, state
and country — through the use of total resources.
The N.A.A.C.P, expressed thanks to those who contributed to the success of the fellowship
banquet, catered by Kentucky Fried Chicken of Mocksville.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Black History program will be given at St. John's A.M.E. Zion Church, Sunday, February 27, at
3 p.m.
The regular monthly N.A.A.C.P. meeting will be Monday, February 28 at 7 p.m. in the Brock
Center Cafeteria.
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Local NAACP To Sponsor Spring Ball
The Mocksville -Davie County Chapter of the N.A.A.C.P. will sponsor a SPRING BALL, Saturday,
June 4, from 8 p.m. until midnight.
The ball will be held at South Davie Junior High School. This will be a semi -formal event for the
entire community to enjoy. Music will be provided by Henry Johnson and Larry Naylor.
This ball is being given in appreciation of last year's pageant contestants' participation and to
introduce to the community the contestants for this year's pageant.
What is easy is seldom excellent."
Dr. Johnson
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All issues of The Davie County Enterprise Record from January 5 through December 27, 1984 were
searched for articles pertaining to the Davie County Chapter of the NAACP using the following
words/phrases: NAACP, N.A.A.C.P., Mother of the Year, Freedom Fund, National Association, Rainbow
Tea, Rainbow Coalition.
NAACP was found several times but always as a credential for a speaker or candidate for political office.
N.A.A.C.P. was found along with Mother of the Year in the list of floats in the annual Christmas Parade.
Freedom Fund was not found.
National Association was found numerous times but always referred to Secretaries of State, School
Principals, etc., never referring to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
Rainbow Tea was not found nor was Rainbow Coalition.
In short, there were no articles found pertaining to the Davie County Chapter of the NAACP in 1984.
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NAACP Plans 'Miss Dark & Lovely
The Pageant Planning Committee of the Davie County NAACP announces plans for the Annual
"Miss Dark and Lovely" Pageant. The tentative date is Saturday, June 1, 1985.
Young ladies between the ages of 16 thru 21 may be eligible candidates.
Applications for candidates are now available, through Saturday, April 13.
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N.A.A.C.P. Presents "Miss Dark And Lovely"
The Davie County N.A.A.C.P. will present the third "Miss Dark and Lovely" Contest Saturday
evening June 1. "Essence of Beauty," the title of the pageant, will be held in the Mocksville Main Street
Auditorium at 8 p.m.
The purpose of this event is "to offer an opportunity and incentive for young ladies of Davie
County Communities to promote and execute their talents; to encourage and develop specific desires and
potentials; to establish and exhibit self-esteem; and to cultivate and appreciate beauty, confidence and
poise," said Agnes Thomas, pageant publicity chairman. Mrs. Thomas also said that the pageant officials
hope to involve and enhance the support of parents, peers and the community.
The "Essence of Beauty" pageant offers an evening of entertainment with a formal flair. Local
performers will provide supportive talent. The seven contestants will be judged in four categories
including personal interview - which will be conducted privately with each candidate in the early afternoon
before the pageant; talent, swimsuit, and evening gown.
There will be a second and first runner-up. "Miss Congeniality," and a new "Miss Dark and
Lovely," who will be crowned by Paula Williams, the outgoing titlist of 1983, whose reign was extended
because the pageant was not produced in 1984.
Miss Congeniality, second and first runners-up will receive awards. "Miss Dark and Lovely" will
receive a cash or scholarship award, a trophy and other recognitions, to include N.A.A.C.P. support as a
representative in various civic and social activities locally and possibly state or even national.
"Your support, Davie County, has been generous in so many ways and our gratitude is equally
sincere," Mrs. Thomas said.
Advance tickets are $3. Tickets at the door are $4.
The seven contestants are Pam Bohannon, Shellie Clement, Paula Dobson, Tam! Ijames, Becky
Etchison, Marcia Johnson, and Patrenia Johnson.
PAM BOHANNON
Pam Bohannon is the 17 year old daughter of William J. Bohannon and the late Ann D.
Bohannon. A rising senior at Davie High School, she is a. member of the Spanish Club, HOSA Club, and
was selected to attend a weekend at UNC Chapel Hill for Project UpLift. She has also had training in
Baton and cheerleading. Pam hopes to enroll at UNC -Chapel Hill after high school graduation and
become an occupational therapist. She enjoys reading, skating, dancing and playing softball. She is a
member of Mt. Zion Holiness Church. Her talent: Drama.
SHELLIE CLEMENT
Sheltie Clement is the 17 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Clement. She is a rising
senior at Davie High School where she participates in varsity basketball and softball. Shellie has had
training in dance and piano. She also enjoys singing, dancing and swimming. She hopes to become a
cosmetologist and perhaps do some professional modeling. Shellie is a member of the Rock Hill Church
of Christ in Rowan County. Her talent: Singing.
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PAULA DOBSON
Paula Dobson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dobson of Yadkinville, N.C. She is 16 years
old and a sophomore at Forbush High School, where she has participated in marching band, track, and is
now a cheerleader. Paula has had training in music, dance and baton and also enjoys skating. She is a
member of Smith Grove A.M.E. Zion Church. She hopes to attend college and major in Business
Management. Her talent: Baton and dance routine.
TAM] IJAMES
Tami Ijames, the daughter of Mrs. Nettye F. Leach is a 16 year old sophomore at Davie High
School. Tami was a varsity cheerleader while attending South Davie Junior High. She enjoys singing,
skating, reading, hairstyling and cosmetology. Tami plans to enter the Barbizon Beauty College this
summer and hopes to attend N.C. State University after graduation. She is a member of New Jerusalem
Holiness Church and choir director of J.C.E. Combination choir. Her talent: Dramatic Interpretation.
BECKY ETCHISON
Becky Etchison is 19 years old and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy G. Etchison of Advance,
N.C. and a 1984 Davie High graduate. Becky plays basketball and softball and also enjoys dancing,
skating, and swimming. She is a member of Redland Church of Christ, is currently employed at Hanes
Corp. Knitwear, Advance, and expects to further her education in the near future. Her talent: Singing.
MARCIA JOHNSON
Marcia Johnson is the 16 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Johnson. She is a Davie
High rising senior and a member of the Cooperative Distributive Education Club of America. Marcia was
named "Most Valuable Player" as a flutist with the school band in the past and she also plays piano. She
is a member of Shiloh Baptist Church, a Sunday school teacher, an usher, a member of the youth choir
and missionary circle. Marcia plans to pursue her education in the field of business education. Her
favorite pastimes include music, singing, skating and reading. Her talent: A Dramatization.
PATRENIAJOHNSON
Patrenia Johnson is the 17 year old daughter of Ms. Lillie .Johnson. She is a rising senior at
Davie High where she participates in softball and track. Patrenia is a member of Shiloh Baptist Church,
youth choir and usher board. She also enjoys dancing, sewing, swimming, and skating, and she hopes to
enter college after high school graduation. Her talent: Dramatic Interpretation.
The pageant judges are David Butler, Cnynthia Haddock, Dr. Lacy J. Kapel, Fair Latten, and Kay
Norman.
The Davie N.A.A.C.P. President is Harold Wilson, Sr. The pageant officials and coordinators are
Alice Gaither director and entertainment chairperson; Doretha Wilson - co-director; Earl Barker -
production manager; Frances Campbell - judge coordinator; Gladys Scott - talent producer; Willie
Studevent - talent producer; Agnes Thomas - talent producer and publicity; James Murphy - photography;
publications, ads and ticket sales manager; and making up the charm and grace committee are Libby
Dulin , Donita Nichols, and Priscialla Williams.
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14-DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, THURSDAY, NNE 6,1985
Miss Pamela Bohannon Is "Miss Dark And Lovely"
Miss Pamela Bohannon, 17 -year old daughter of William E. Bohannon was crowned "Miss "Dark
and Lovely" 1985 at the B.C. Brock auditorium Saturday, June, 1.
Ms. Alice Gaither began the festivities for the night with the introduction of the pageant. Harold G.
Wildon. President of the NAACP, welcomed all attendants to the pageant. Mrs. Agnes Thomas then
introduced the emcee for the night, Steve Dalton.
After the introduction of the judges and contestants, the swimwear competition was held. Next,
after some special entertainment contestants sang and danced during the talent competition.
Pam Bohannon, winner of the pageant performed a dramatization entitled "The Crucifixion". Tami
Ijames. first runner-up, presented a dramatic interpretation called "A Letter From A Friend." She is the 16 -
year -old daughter of Mrs. Natty F. Leach. Paula Dobson was second runner-up and she is the daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dobson of Yadkinville. She did a baton and dance routine for her talent.
The evening gown competition followed special entertainment by Jerry Goolsby and Paula
Williams, Miss "Dark and Lovely" 1983 and introduction of visiting past and present queens. Pam wore a
long red gown with white trim and a white sash. Tami wore a long red gown also. Paula wore a lilac gown
with a lace ruffle.
In addition to her title of Miss "Dark and Lovely," Pamela was also awarded Miss Congeniality; an
honor voted on by her fellow contestants. Tami Ijames was the first runner-up, and Paula Dobson was
second runner-up.
Other contestants were Shellie Clement, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James K. Clement: Becky
Etchison, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy G Etchison, Marcia Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward
Johnson; and Patrenia Johnson, daughter of Ms. Lillie Johnson.
Judges for the event were David Butler, Cynthia Haddock, Dr. Lacy J. Kapel, Fair Latten, and Kay
Norman.
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