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Tryon Daily Bulletin
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Vol. 84 / No. 198
Tryon, N.C. 28782
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
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Familiar faces grab seats in town elections by Samantha Hurst / Leah Justice
The Landrum High School’s Cardinal yearbook staff in October received the Palmetto Award for best yearbook in Class I from the South Carolina Scholastic Press Association. This marks the fourth time in five years the staff has won the award. Senior editor Mallori Inman also won for layout design with her spread on the Cardinal Pride Marching Band. This is the first time a Landrum student has placed in the category.
Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations:
Today
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Wednesdays, Fire Department in Green Creek, 7 a.m. - noon. The Meeting Place Senior Center Wednesday activities include Tai Chi, 9 a.m.; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; Italian club meeting (Buon Giorno), 10 (Continued on page 2)
Familiar faces filled seats on three local councils during the Nov. 8 municipal elections, while several incumbents lost their places. John Morgan in Saluda and Randy Wohnig in Landrum will
not be returning to their places on council. In Saluda, newcomer Lynn Cass, who has been heavily involved with the Saluda Historical Society and other community organizations, grabbed the top spot in Morgan’s stead. In Tryon, the
familiar face of George Baker, who has served on the planning board and has run for council before, grabbed a seat vacated by Austin Chapman. Johnny Carruth, a (Continued on page 3)
TLT’s ‘My Three Angels’ opens Nov. 10
On stage in TLT’s “My Three Angels” (left to right): Edward Harrelson as Joseph, Joanne Alderman as Madame Parole, Jeremy Wood as Alfred and Joshua Moffitt as Jules. (photo submitted by Connie Clark)
Landrum alcohol referendum passes by Samantha Hurst
Landrum voters approved a referendum to allow the sale of alcohol in restaurants on Sundays during municipal elections Nov. 8. A total of 281 residents cast ballots in the referendum, with 151
votes in favor and 130 against.. “From the benefit of an economic standpoint, I’m glad that the referendum passed,” said newly re-elected councilman Jon Matheis. “I think it will bring additional revenue to our town and
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make us competitive with other cities in our area.” Landrum Tomorrow, a group of business owners and citizens, sent out about 400 mailers pushing for (Continued on page 4)
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a.m.; senior fitness, 10 a.m.; bingo or bridge, 12:30 p.m.; medication assistance program, 9 a.m. - noon. 828-894-0001. Saluda Center Wednesday activities, Trash Train, dominoes game, 10 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga 12:30 p.m. 828-749-9245. Tryon Kiwanis Club meets Wednesdays, noon, Congregational Church, 210 Melrose Ave., Tryon. Female Domestic Abuse Intervention Program, Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program, Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340.
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Thursdays, 7 a.m. - noon, old Searcy Mill parking lot, Hwy. 108, Columbus. Saluda Center Thursday activities: knitting group, 9:30 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga, 5:30 p.m.; 828-749-9245. The Meeting Place Senior Center Thursday activities include ceramics, 9:30 a.m. and bingo or movie, 12:30 p.m. 828894-0001. Landrum Library, Lap Babies, 10 a.m., 20- 25 minute session for young children and caregivers includes music, nurs-
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Correction/Clarification In the “Discover Our Foothills” section in the Friday, Nov. 4 Bulletin, the hours given on page 26 for Pearsons Falls should have said the Glen is open seven days a week every month but January. It does close for Thanksgiving and Christmas days. Hours of operation are from 10 a.m. every day but Sunday, when it opens at noon. It closes at 5:15 p.m. in the summer and 4:15 p.m.November to February. ery rhymes, action poems and short books. Storytime at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers includes books, music and fingerplays. Call 828-457-2218. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. Saluda Community Library will have preschool story time every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Open to all area children and caregivers. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba exercise class, Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., in gym. Polk County Public Library (Columbus), free yoga class for library card holders. Nov. 10. Noon to 1 p.m. Participants must bring own mat. Rotary Club of Tryon meets every Thursday at noon at Tryon Presbyterian Church on Harmon Field Rd. Pea Ridge Community Center, Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. community holiday social and meal. Appetizers and social time at 6 p.m. and meal at 6:30 p.m. Please bring a well-filled basket and beverage for the meal together. The center is located 3.5 miles east of Mill Spring off Highway 108 at 207 Big Level Road. Public welcome. For questions, please call Daryl Hardin at 828-894-8376. Saluda Center, viewing of “The Economics of Happiness,” a film by Helena Norberg-Hodge, Steven Gorelick and John Page. Thursday, Nov. 10, 6 - 8p.m.
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Saluda Center, 64 Greenville St. Al-Anon: Foothills Come to Believe, Thursdays, 7 p.m., Polk Wellness Center, 801 W. Mills St., Suite A, Columbus. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba exercise class, Thursdays 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., in gym. Mill Spring VFW Post 10349, bingo, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. (year round). 828-894-5098. Republican general member meeting, Thursday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m., new location in Womack Building, 40 Courthouse St., Columbus. AA’s Sobriety and Beyond, Thursdays, 8-9 p.m., Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 1024 W. Main St., Forest City. 828-863-1313. Alcoholics Anonymous, Thursdays, 8 p.m., CooperRiis, Mill Spring. 828-859-7099. Alcoholics Anonymous, Thursdays, 8 p.m., Holy Cross Episcopal Church, 150 Melrose Ave., Tryon.
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PAC Hike, moderate fourmile hike at Walnut Creek Preserve led by owner and manager Babs Strickland. Friday, Nov. 11. Meet at Columbus Bi-Lo at 8:30 a.m. 828-859-5060 or landprotection@pacolet.org. Saluda Center, Friday events: chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; Trash Train, 10 a.m. The Meeting Place Senior Center Friday activities include
movie matinee at 10 a.m. and bingo at 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. House of Flags, Friday, Nov. 11, noon, grand opening in new location, 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Visit www.houseofflags. org for more info. Veteran’s Day service, Friday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at Veteran’s Park in Columbus. Presented by the Polk County Memorial VFW Post #9116 and Ladies Auxiliary in Columbus. Seniors on Sobriety (SOS) AA Meeting, Fridays at noon, Polk County Chamber of Commerce Building, 2753 Lynn Rd. (Hwy. 108), Tryon. 828-894-0293. Tryon Toy Makers Museum, open Friday 2 - 6 p.m., 43 E. Howard St., Tryon. 828-2906600. Veterans’ Day Tribute, Friday, Nov. 11, 3 p.m., Harmon Field flagpole and log cabin. Planned by Serendipity Kids Ranch Outdoor Camp (SKROC). SKROC campers and others perform. Refreshments served. All welcome. For more information, call 828-817-1544. Green Creek Democrats will hold a spaghetti dinner Saturday, Nov. 12, 5 p.m., at the Green Creek Fire Department. Everyone welcome. Please submit Curb Reporter items in writing at least two days prior to publication. Items must include a name and telephone number of a contact person. Items will be printed in order by date of event, as space allows.
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former councilman in Landrum, also returns to leadership. These numbers are all according to unofficial results. The Polk County Board of Elections will canvas results Nov. 15.
Landrum
In Landrum, candidate Johnny Carruth grabbed the most votes for a place on city council with 229 in his favor. Carruth is no newcomer to Landrum city government. Before an approximately eight-year hiatus, Carruth had spent a decade on Landrum’s City Council. He said things were tough then but he believes new economic challenges require the need for even stronger leadership now. “There’s going to be some challenging times ahead, especially with the decrease of federal and state funds coming from every direction,” Carruth said. “So, we’ve got to do whatever we can to spread the tax burden. We’ve got to save
where we can and as a city we have to create new jobs and broaden our economic base. With the council we have I think it can be done.” Incumbent Joyce Whiteside, who received 174 votes, will return to council. “I am just really looking forward to continuing the work we’ve done in Landrum,” Whiteside said. “We have a great town but we can always work hard to improve the quality of life for our citizens. I’m just happy to get another chance to do that.” So will Jon Matheis, who brought in 164 votes. “This is an opportunity to carry on with things we have started in this first term that I served,” Matheis said. “Including projects like renovating the depot. I look forward to a lot of hard work ahead.” Incumbent Randy Wohnig lost his seat after garnering just 145 votes.
Saluda
Newcomer Lynn Cass was the top vote getter in Saluda winning with 158 votes, according to unofficial votes from the
Polk County Board of Elections Office. “I’m thrilled,” Cass said. “I worked hard and I will do a good job. I promised I would do that and will continue to work hard for the City of Saluda. I had no idea I would come out on top being the newcomer. I’m just glad it turned out that I could be one of the people to work for Saluda.” Incumbent Leon Morgan retained his seat on the Saluda board of commissioners with 147 votes. Leon Morgan said he appreciates all the people who voted for him and appreciates the support he’s seen in Saluda. “I’ll just do the same as I’ve been doing,” Leon Morgan said. “Trying to do my best to watch people’s money.” Incumbent John Morgan lost to Leon Morgan by 41 votes with a total of 106 votes. Saluda saw the heaviest turnout in Polk County on election day, held Tuesday, Nov. 8. Cass was also the top vote getter in one-stop voting with 37
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votes, compared to Leon Morgan with 27 votes and John Morgan with 25 votes. On election day, Cass had 121 votes to Leon Morgan’s 120 votes. John Morgan had 81 votes cast on election day.
Tryon
Incumbent commissioner Roy Miller was the top vote getter in Tryon,, with newcomer George Baker coming in second for two open seats, according to unofficial election results from the Polk County Board of Elections. Miller had 164 votes, Baker had 127 votes and Jim Scott lost by 32 votes with 95 votes. “I want to thank all my supporters who came out to support me and their voice will continue to be heard through me,” said Miller. “I will continue to work on issues before me and embrace the ones to come.” Baker congratulated all the winners in the municipal election this year. “Congratulations to all and I (Continued on page 4)
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Four voted to Dist. One board by Samantha Hurst
Voters casting ballots for Spartanburg County Schools District One Board of Trustees selected Gorden Lee, Phil Mosley, Travis Sloan and Jeff Sumner. Those four men were also the top vote getters in Landrum. District-wide, Lee received the most votes with 1,007. Sloan received 982 votes, while Mosley garnered 911 votes and Sumner grabbed 885. Mosley and Sloan return as incumbents to the board, while Lee and Sumner were running for their first terms.
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hope we’ll do the very best for the people of Tryon,” Baker said. Miller was the top vote getter in one-stop voting and on election day, held Tuesday, Nov. 8. Miller received 41 votes during one-stop voting and 123 votes on election day. Scott was the second highest vote getter during one-stop voting with 33 votes compared to Baker’s 44 votes. On election day, Baker received 103 votes compared to Scott’s 62 votes. Incumbent mayor Peoples, who ran unopposed, received 170 votes total while 10 were writeins. Peoples received 50 votes during one-stop voting and 120 on election day.
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the change. “We have to look at the big picture. It’s not just about selling alcohol on Sundays. It’s about getting people to visit,” Landrum Tomorrow leader Suzanne Strickland said before the referendum was held. The approval of the referendum will only apply to sales within restaurants. It does not affect off-site alcohol sales, such as from convenience or grocery stores. Landrum City Council members first approved allowing the referendum to take place back in April. At the time they heard from business
Lee is a lifelong resident of Landrum, whose father was a District One board member who served for 10 years. Mosley is a general contractor and lifelong resident of Landrum and Campobello. He is currently an incumbent on the District One board of trustees. Sloan lives in the Holly Springs area with his wife and children. His wife teaches at Landrum High. Sumner has one son in fifth grade at Inman Intermediate and has been employed with the Inman-Campobello Water District for 24 years. Incumbents Richard Hall and Ernie Kan along with Ricky McCallister won Columbus Town Council seats, while incumbent mayor Eric McIntyre kept his seat. With no race, turnout was low in Columbus in both early voting and on election day. McIntyre received 33 votes with 3 write-in votes. This total included nine votes during one-stop voting and 24 on election day. Hall received the most votes for council, with 38 compared to Kan’s 37 and McCallister’s 32 votes. There were also two write-in votes. Hall received 15 votes during one-stop voting and 23 on election day, while Kan received 14 during one-stop voting and 23 on election day and McCallister received 12 one-stop votes and 20 votes on election day.
owners like Barbara Britt, owner of El Chile Rojo. Britt said not being able to sell alcohol on Sunday limited her customer base, especially when out-of-town visitors expect to be able to enjoy a beer or margarita with lunch or dinner. “In the past I’ve had numerous customers come in and often they wouldn’t be from here so we’ve had to turn them down when they tried to order a drink. They politely get up and leave,” she said at the time. Britt said she was frustrated by customers heading across the state line to North Carolina to eat dinner when they could be staying in Landrum.
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Call us at 828-859-9151 or email wantads@tryondailybulletin.com Wayne Dickson’s 1993 BMW ran off the right side of Silver Creek Rd. and hit a tree on Tuesday, Nov. 8,, according to the N.C. Highway Patrol. Dickson was killed in the crash. (photo by Leah Justice)
Saluda man dies in Silver Creek Road crash by Leah Justice
A 28-year-old man died in a one-vehicle crash along Silver Creek Road in Mill Spring on Tuesday, Nov. 8, according to the N.C. Highway Patrol. Wayne Dickson of Saluda was killed when his 1993 BMW ran off the right side of the road
and struck a tree, N.C. State Trooper G.F. McGraw said. The wreck occurred at 7:57 a.m. Dickson was traveling east on Silver Creek Road. McGraw said the cause of the wreck was exceeding safe speed for the curve involved. Dickson was not wearing a seat belt, McGraw said.
Comedy ‘My Three Angels’ at TLT Workshop Madame Parole is definitely not amused. She insists she has been cheated by master con man Joseph, who sold her a highly questionable cognac. The other two “angels,” Alfred and Jules, know exactly what Joseph is up to – and love it. And they’re not through with Mme. Parole yet. After all, she has been freeloading off the Ducotels for ages, always making some excuse for not paying her very large bill. But this time she has more than met her match. In the Tryon Little Theater’s classic comedy “My Three Angels,” the various less-thanscrupulous characters should run screaming in the other direction, and not even think of messing with shopkeeper Felix Ducotel, his wife Emilie, or their daughter Marie
Louise. Not with these three convicts from Devil’s Island around. Truly angels to the Ducotels, the three have made this kind family their personal project. It’s 1910, French Guiana at Christmastime. All wrongs are to be righted – perhaps not in the most orthodox manner. “My Three Angels” plays at the TLT Workshop at 516 S. Trade Street Thursday - Saturday, Nov. 10-12 and Nov. 17-19 at 8 p.m., Sundays, Nov. 13 and 20 at 3 p.m., with an added matinee Saturday, Nov. 19 at 3 p.m. The box office is manned 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday - Saturday at the workshop. Telephone reservations may be made at any time at 828-859-2466. – article submitted by Connie Clark
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Thank a veteran this week and every week thereafter They’ve given their all. They’ve sacrificed memories with their families, sacrificed limbs to explosives and for many, given the ultimate sacrifice – their lives. We owe our veterans a great deal more gratitude than one or two days a year of half-hearted observation of national holidays.We should tell our veterans day in and day out that we appreciate what they have done, and continue to do, to protect us and our families. Locally, we experience the magnitude of our veterans’ dedication to the country more than most places because we have the blessing of being surrounded by so many retired military personnel. Tryon United Methodist Church honored its veterans with a special service Nov. 6 and has even compiled an “Honor and Remember” book with biographies of veterans’ service to their country. You, too, can take advantage of the great wealth of history we have in our retired citizens by taking the time to get to know one of them and allowing them to share their story of service with you. It would mean more to them than you know. This Friday, Nov. 11, 2011 (11-11-11) a number of events honoring our local vets will be held around the area. For example, the Polk County Memorial VFW Post 9116 and its auxiliary will host a service at Veteran’s Park in Columbus at 11 a.m. “Singing for Soldiers” a gospel singing, will be held at Saluda School at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 and the official opening of the new location of the House of Flags in Columbus at noon Friday. Take one of the opportunities locally this week to personally thank a veteran for their service – make sure they know they are not forgotten – and then make a point to thank a veteran every day thereafter. — Editorial staff, Tryon Daily Bulletin
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of being a viable candidate for president. Donald, that birth certificate is going to be harder to find To the Editor: It seems the playing field for than Noah’s Ark. Besides, I think presidential hopefuls keeps widen- you’re looking in the wrong corner of the globe. ing and then narrowing again. Now we have Herman Cain the However, the debates end up with more arguing than discussing former CEO of Godfather’s pizza. solutions to America’s problems. A businessman who understands profit and loss marIn my opinion, I think gins. Right now it’s a we should do some Letters toss-up between Cain good ole barnyard to the and Romney in my horse-trading. Editor view as to who can Let’s swap some handle the job. of these lawyers in The sad part is with the attitude congress for some down to earth businessmen who are familiar society has today and our decline with balance sheets. Get us out of in morality, even Jesus Christ would have trouble getting the the “red.” Donald Trump started out good nomination. I feel that the results of the until he went off on a tangent to Hawaii searching for the elusive 2012 election will decide whether Obama birth certificate and then America will survive or not as a started bragging about what he free nation. Time will tell. – Wayne Bilbrey had done and talked himself out
Christy Beddingfield and Kim Cole go the extra mile in ensuring To the Editor: I would like everyone to know everyone stays happy, well fed what a blessing Life Care of Polk and busy. They continue to plan County has been for my dad, who for additional activities in order to improve each attendee’s quality is an attendee. of life. My dad attends They have enfour days a week and Letters riched my dad’s life looks forward to each to the as well as serve as a day. On the weekends Editor wonderful support for his first question is me as caregiver. always, “Do I go to Polk County Transit system the center today?” Each and every staff member has been wonderful in their transand volunteer truly enjoys each port of dad and are always willing person and treats them with hu- to help us. mor, respect and care. – Lynn Errickson, Campobello
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Polk County Commissioner Chair Ray Gasperson presents former depar tment of social ser vices director Sue Rhodes a clock commemorating her 33 years of service to Polk County. Rhodes retired on Oct. 31. The Polk County Department of Social Services Board hired Lou Parton as the new director and made the announcement during the commissioners meeting held Monday, Nov. 7. (photo by Leah Justice)
Parton new DSS director by Leah Justice
Polk County chose Lou Parton, the program manager for the county’s department of social services (DSS), to be the new director of the department. Parton will replace former director Sue Rhodes, who had worked at Polk DSS for 33 years. Parton has worked with Polk County DSS for 24 years. Polk County DSS board chair Francis Parker announced Parton’s hiring as director during the Polk commissioners meeting Monday, Nov. 7. The DSS board interviews and hires the director, while the county board of commissioners sets the salary. Commissioners agreed on a salary for Parton of $71,221 at a grade 31 step 17. Parker said after advertising the position throughout the state, the board interviewed qualified candidates and voted to hire Parton. Prior to working with Polk County DSS, Parton worked for five years
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with other agencies and other years with churches, Parker said. “I appreciate the opportunity to continue serving Polk County,” Parton said. Parton will be the first director at Polk’s new DSS building, which is scheduled to open next month.
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Lake Adger residents donate to TBOM Lake Adger residents collected and donated 333 pounds of food to the Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry (TBOM). “We will use the food and funds to help support families in need throughout our community,” said Carol Newton, executive director of TBOM. In addition to food donations, Lake Adger residents contributed funds in support of TBOM’s mission, which is to provide compassionate assistance to Polk County residents who do not have the resources to provide for their basic life needs. The event was held on Satur-
day, Oct. 15 at Lake Adger. Chris and Linda Greensfelder, residents of Lake Adger, spearheaded the event by producing fliers and coordinating three drop-off sites along the lake. “We are so very grateful to Chris and Linda for their leadership in coordinating and implementing this wonderful event. We wish to extend our sincere thanks to all the residents of Lake Adger for their generous support of Outreach,” said Jason Eller, director of development for TBOM. - article submitted by Jason Eller
Lake Adger residents donated 333 pounds of food to TBOM Oct. 15. (photo submitted by Jason Eller)
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Kudzu cutters get to work in Gillette Woods
The Gillette Woods Association has a kudzu eradication committee, the Gillette Woods Irregulars, that comes together periodically to cut, spray, chop and basically stop the pesky kudzu where and when they can. (photo submitted by Paula Jordan)
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LOST & FOUND Dear Columbus Polk County Citizens: This note is to appeal to the persons who stole copper and parts off of a Vintage Glass Milk Bottle Capping Machine from the barn of the estate of Robert L. Shuford, III. When Bob was little he used this machine to cap milk bottles for his mother on their dairy on Shuford Road. This meant the world to Bob, as executor I’m asking for the return of the parts for the capping machine, you may keep the copper, no questions ask. Respectfully Charles Wishon.
GARAGE SALES Great Bargains In Landrum! Saturday, November 12 9:00 am 3:00 pm Fun 50’s retro furniture and accessories, lovely Wurlitzer piano, milk glass, Hull, McCoy, Poppytrail, and other quilts, antique double bed, car seats, appliances, home-made gun cabinets, 01d Camping trailers (ideal for hunters), camper top and cargo carriers, bass boat (no title) with motor and trailer, old pool tables, lots of tools, parts, tractor implements etc. Everything must go! From I26, Exit 1, go one mile toward Landrum on Hwy., 14. Turn left on Edgewood (across from Pizza Hut). Follow signs. See you Saturday!
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Fri. & Sat. Nov. 11 & 12 200 Dill Circle, Landrum Metal File Cabinets, Burgundy Sectional Sofa, Roll Top Computer Desk, Vinyl Picnic Table (White), Back to School Books, Nike Boys Winter Coat (size 4), Girls Coat Size 10/12, Other Clothing, Men’s Dress Pants (size 36/30), Men’s Shirts (size Lg/XL) and much more. Call for more info. 864-510-1152
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Furnished rentals. 2 night minimum. Short and long term. Contact Pam Martin at First Real Estate. (828) 859-7653. www.TryonRealEstate. com
FOR RENT: 1BR mobile home at 506 S. Shamrock Ave. in Landrum. References required. $80/wk, $320/mo, & $250 deposit. Call (864) 457 - 3682.
For Sale: 1998 Land Rover Discovery LSE 4.0L V8 AWD automatic. 130,600 miles. Dark blue with tan leather interior. Runs great. $4,300. Call 828-243-9555.
Rentals 2 & 3 BR. Ranging from $850 - $1500. Contact Pat Martin, First Real Estate. (828) 859-7653, www.TryonRealEstate.com
HOUSES FOR RENT A Frame on private estate, overlooking Harmon Field & Piedmont. 2BR, 2BA. 1200 sq. ft. Brick fireplace. All new renovations inside & out. Very secluded. Spectacular view. $1100/ mo. (843) 514 - 5900
Charming, 2BR, 3BA, hardwood floors, wonderful kitchen, heat & hot water inFT CNA needed at Hospice of the Carolina Foot- cluded. $650/ month. hills. Applicants should be (864) 415 - 3548. certified in NC & SC as a Green Creek - Peniel nursing assistant and Rd. Privacy in the woods. have one year experience 3bd/2.5ba , Large, nice as a CNA. Some experi- bright open, main floor w/ ence in a home setting master, large living area, and in geriatrics and end - kitchen, large deck length of - life care preferred. of house, lower level w/ Minimum of a high school apt kitchen. Large diploma or G.E.D re- walk-ins, storage, carport quired, weekend work re- w/ shop, barn. $1,100/mo quired. EOE. To apply T h o u s a n d s Pines please visit our website: 828-859-5858 www.hocf.org Highest view in Tryon w/ shortest drive, overlooking Piedmont, custom home. EAL STATE 4BR, 2.5BA. 2500 sq.ft. Basement. Attached For Sale - 2 lots. White greenhouse. Beautiful Oak Mountain, 2.78 acres, garden. Just renovated. below tax value. $45,000. $1500/mo. (843) 514 5900 Call 704-462-1975
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City of Saluda Notice of Public Hearing City Board of Commissioners
Saluda Public Library Beautiful professional office space for rent in Commissioners' Meeting Tryon / Columbus area. Room Monday, (Behind Chamber of ComNovember 14th, 2011 merce.) 150 square feet/ 3 offices. Call Mike at: (336) The Saluda Board of 302-3368 Commis- sioners will hold a public hear- ing on Monday, November 14th, URNITURE 2011, at 7:00 p.m., to consider proposed changes to For Sale: Craft matic elec- the City's Zoning Orditric adjustable double bed. nance regarding: $350. Call 828-625-8596
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Western NC Mtns. New 1288sf ranch style log cabin on 1.72 acres $85,000. Cathedral ceilings, covered front and back porches, private wooded setting, paved Pacolet River Rd Doris T. Marion, CMC City road access and ready to 1bd/1ba, on the river, ANTED O Clerk finish. 828-286-1666 wooded spot, simple living UY EHICLES PUBLIC NOTICE area, deck & sunroom. Gas logs. $500/mo. Thou- WANT TO BUY: Junk The Town of Tryon will hold a OMES OR sand Pines 828-859-5858 cars, trucks and vans. Call special meeting, Wednesday, NoENT anytime for pick up. vember 9, 2011 3:00 p.m. at the Tryon Fire Station Meeting Room. (828)223-0277 FOR LEASE: 940 sq. ft.
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The purpose of the meeting is to enter into closed session to discuss a possible economic development incentive package pursuant to N.C. General Statute 143-318.11. Tryon Daily Bulletin Nov. 9, 2011 MEETING NOTICE
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Youth cheerleaders finish season The 2011 Polk County Youth Cheer leader s have had a great season of fun, cheering and making friends. The girls, ranging in ages from 3 to 10 years old, have dedicated this fall to cheering for Saturday g a m e s , a s we l l a s preparing for the A.Y.C. cheer competition. Their coaches, Ashley Prince, Dollie-Brooke Reid, Priscilla Bartlett and Magan Etheridge said they appreciate the Columbus Fire Department for their suppor t this season, as well as all cheer parents. (photo by Ashley Prince)
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Art Exhibits
Ferullo Fine Art Studio, 140 Pacolet St., Tryon. Currently conducting an ongoing class in expressive watercolor, the non-traditional approach, each Thursday from 2 - 4 p.m., with open studio from 4 – 5 p.m.
Holiday potters show and sale, Harmon Field Log Cabin, Tryon. Nov. 19, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ann Gleason and Cynthia Link show and sell their stoneware pottery. Refreshments will be served. Kathleen’s Gallery, 98 N. Trade St., Tryon. Works by Douglas Chamberlain, textile artist Bobbie Thomas and Kathie Seatters, jewelry artists Monica Jones and Leah Weitzel and recycled plastic artist David Edgar. Gallery hours are 10 - 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. For more information: artzycarson@gmail.com or 828-859-8316.
Skyuka Fine Art, 133 North Trade St., Tryon, “Peace, Joy and Paint,” Nov. 19 through January. Opening reception Nov. 19, 5 - 8 p.m.; “European Treasuers,” finds from local art dealer John Selleck. Now through mid-November. For more information: info@skyukafineart.com or 828817-3783. T ryon F ine A rts C enter , 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon. Turtle Island exhibit in Gallery One, Nov. 1 - 30.
T ryon P ainters & S culptors , 26 Maple St., Tryon. Featured artist, Francesco Lombardo. Nov. 13 - Dec. 17. Members’ show until Nov. 5.
Upstairs Artspace, 49 South Trade St., Tryon. Two weeks left to see “Lines and Lives of the Face,” an exhibit of contemporary portrait art created by 14 established artists from the Carolinas and New York City. There are paintings, drawings, engravings and mixed media, plus sculpture made with clay, wood and vinyl. A smaller exhibit, “This is not a portrait,” features drawings of Osama bin Laden by 25 local artists and non-artists who worked from a template provided by artist James Esber. The exhibit ends Nov. 19. Friday evening, Nov. 11, 7 p.m. is the Literary Open Stage where regional writers read their poetry and prose for a supportive audience; sign-ups begin at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to everyone. Gallery hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment. Contact 828-859-2828.
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Live Music
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Celtic Tavern Live music 4 - 8 p.m.
Thu. Nov. 10 Celtic Tavern Karaoke Purple Onion Michael Reno Harrell Zenzera Tony & Mark
Fri. Nov. 11
Celtic Tavern Karaoke with Ken 12 - 2 a.m. Elmo’s Trevor Purple Onion Fred Whiskin Zenzera Project X
Sat. Nov. 12
Elmo’s Jam Session Reunion w/ Susie Coker Zenzera Marc Brady Saluda Mtn. Jamboree Tuxedo Junction
Sun. Nov. 13
Larkin’s Carolina Grill Fred Whiskin 11:30 a.m.
Tues. Nov. 15 Zenzera Open Mic
Performances
Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon., “The Watson’s Riddle Concert,” Nov. 12; Takacs String Quartet, Tryon Concert Association, Nov. 15. Tryon Little Theatre, 516 South Trade St., “My Three Angels” opens Nov. 10. Runs till Nov. 20. Call 828-8592466 for tickets.
Music Venues
Celtic Tavern - Hwy 176 (Bird Mtn), Landrum, 864-457-2250. El Chile Rojo - 209 E. Rutherford St., Landrum, 864-457-5977 Elmo’s - Trade Street, Tryon, 828-859-9615. Lake Lanier Tea House - 351 E. Lakeshore Dr., Landrum, 864-457-5423 Larkin’s - 155 W. Mills St., Columbus, 828-894-8800. Melrose Inn - 55 Melrose Ave., Tryon, 828-859-0234. Purple Onion - Saluda 828-749-1179. Saluda Mountain Jamboree - 828-749-3676. Tryon Fine Arts Center - 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, 828-859-8322. Ultimate Basement – 5965 N.C. 9 North, Mill Springs. 828-989-9374. Wine Cellar - 229 Greenville St., Saluda, 828-749-9698. Zenzera - 208 E. Rutherford St., Landrum, 864-457-4554.
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Get me in the mail! email us at subs@tryondailybulletin. POLK COUNTY NOTICE OF CURRENT AND UPCOMING VOLUNTEER BOARD VACANCIES Animal Cruelty Investigators Appearance Commission Council on Aging Economic & Tourism Development Commission Home and Community Care Block Grant Library Board of Trustees Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Mental Health Advisory Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee Planning Board Recycling Advisory Board Transportation Advisory Board Tryon Fire District Tax Commission Western Highlands Board of Directors Zoning Board of Adjustment
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Bridge Players Corner
NORTH } K962 { K3 [ Q1086 ] K72
by Karl Kachadoorian
South arrives at 3 NT with no interfering bidding and gets the 6 of Hearts lead from West. Declarer can see eight sure tricks and must look for that sometimes allusive 9th trick. I didn’t specifically identify who had the Club Ace so it wouldn’t be obvious on how to play the hand double-dummy. You actually have two choices to make your 9th trick: lead toward the Club King hoping that West has the Ace or trying to find the 9th trick elsewhere, for example in the Spade suit. What would you do? In order to give yourself
the best chance for success it’s usually best to review some probability situations. Finding the Club Ace favorably located is a 50-50 chance. Obviously if the Spade suit divides evenly then your 9th trick can come from that suit. The odds of finding the Spades being divided 3-3 is about 36 percent. Double dummy, you can see the Spade suit isn’t breaking favorably. However, without the benefit of seeing all the cards, a good strategy would be to test the Spade suit before falling back on playing Clubs. If it wasn’t for that attacking Heart lead declarer
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WEST } J3 { Q10765 [ 752 ] (A or Q) 95
SOUTH } A74 { A8 [ AKJ4 ] 8643
would have been able to test the Spade suit before having to fall back on the Club suit. So, playing without the benefit of seeing all the cards, it’s more favorable to play for the Club Ace to be located
EAST } Q1085 { J942 [ 93 ] (A or Q) J10
on side. So who has the Club Ace? It doesn’t matter because there’s only one intelligent way to play this hand. Go with the odds, lead toward the Club King.
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LUMC’s blessing of the animals and releasing of the doves
On Oct. 9 Landrum United Methodist Church (LUMC) held a blessing of the animals and released doves. (photos submitted by Paul Forster) Above: Children from Landrum United Methodist Church help by releasing doves into the air during the blessing of the animals event. Right: Preacher Jane reads a short scripture, praising animals as also God’s creatures.
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Plaster – Brookshire Wedding Cathy and Ron Plaster of Meriden, Conn., announce the marriage of their daughter, Rachelle Adelle, to Richard Anthony Brookshire, son of Richard and Ann Brookshire (nee Brock) of Charlotte, N.C., on May 21, 2011. Officiant Mary Coburn performed the double-ring ceremony in the garden of the Tomes Higgins House in Greenwich, Conn. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a Justin Alexander dress of natural colored silk dupioni with a draped, silver beaded bodice, matching jacket and birdcage veil. She carried a bouquet of blush and ivory peonies, roses and anemones. The bride, 28, is a marketing coordinator with RKF. She is a graduate of the American
Musical and Dramatic Academy and currently attends The New School for post-graduate studies in liberal arts. The groom, 36, is a senior vice president, director of acquisitions and investment management at Monday Properties, a commercial real estate investment firm located in New York City. He is a graduate of Wake Forest University. His maternal grandparents are the late J.E. (“Babe”) and Mary Brock of Tryon. His paternal grandparents are Betty Brookshire of Asheville and the late Wallace Brookshire. Following a reception and dinner at the Tomes Higgins House, the couple honeymooned in Italy. They live in New York City. - article submitted by Ann Brookshire
Foothills bridge results for Nov. 3 Morning Restricted Pairs Section A North-South 1 Charles Trevathan - Helen Trevathan 2 Sandra Parker - Teenie Elliott 3 Donald Cobb - Jack Williams East-West 1 Robert Palmer - David Hart
2 Leslie Tucker - H Ingram Willis Jr 3 Eilene Morgan - Pam Mattern Section B North-South 1 Hoppy Long - Rosamond Dauer 2 Betsy Carr - Carolyn (Continued on page 19)
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Polk County Middle and High School runners atop White Oak Mountain. (photo submitted by Jenny Wolfe)
Polk County middle and high school runners take on White Oak Mountain The first Monday of October brings a challenge for the Polk County middle and high school cross-country teams. The group of runners, parents, coaches and community members, numbering more than 60, gathered to celebrate the 24th annual run up White Oak
Mountain. The ascent to 3,084 feet from 1,100 feet in just three miles serves as a confidence booster leading up to the end of-season races for Polk County middle and high school. Participants completing the run without any walking sign an honor’s pledge earning them the
coveted “I conquered White Oak Mountain” T-shirt. The teams celebrate their accomplishments the following Monday with a family pasta dinner at Polk County Middle School. The coaches said they proud of each runner attempting the challenge and appreciate the
support and refreshments at the top of the mountain. Head Coach Alan Peoples and his wife Harriet sponsored the T-shirts this year in honor of his late mother, Kathleen Peoples. - article submitted by Jenny Wolfe
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Mack 2 Elaine Jenkins - Bruce Fritz 3 Janice Dunn - Jean Henderson 4/5 Louise Hagy - Elaine Riley 4/5 Marilyn Clarkson - Martha Frederick Afternoon Open Pairs
North-South 1 Charles Cannon - Jack Williams 2 Donald Cobb - Leslie Tucker 3 Silvia Crouse - Jimmie Cannon 4 Marian Unger - Ivalee Rymer East-West
1 Louise Caser - Karl Kachadoorian 2 Kathy Bartlett - Virginia Ambrose 3/4 William Saunders - Doris Saunders 3/4 Jim Jackson - James Cobb - article submitted by Marily Williams
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Ashburn 3 Chip Boyle - Mary Elder 4 Donna Lohr - Judith Depriester East-West 1 Janice Rasmussen - Marcie
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Obituaries
James Patrick Casey and Ruth Pownall Casey
James Patrick Casey died peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011 at White Oak of Tryon. Two days later, on Nov. 5, his wife of 70 years, Ruth Pownall Casey, passed peacefully in the room they shared. Jim was 96 and Ruth was 97. Jim was born in Syracuse, N.Y., on Aug. 5, 1915 and was proud of his Irish heritage. He graduated magna cum laude from Syracuse University in 1937, later obtaining an M.S. in pulp and paper science. His first job out of college was as a chemist for A.E. Staley Manufacturing Company, a corn processor located in Decatur, Ill. It was in Decatur where Jim and Ruth met and wed. In his memoir, “A Life and Now Old Age,” Jim writes: “There was one girl I had my eye on. Her name was Ruth…. She looked like the movie star Norma Shearer, she had a poise, sophistication and charm that attracted me, and I was impressed that she had just returned from a trip to Europe with three girlfriends at a time (1938) when nobody strayed very far.” They were married on June 28, 1941. Ruth earned her B.A. in French from the University of Illinois. She spent time as a secretary at a starch manufacturing company, and she was also the loyal typist for the first
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two editions of Jim’s book on pulp and paper science. Jim and Ruth were loving parents to their two children, James “Jimmy” Casey and Nancy Casey, both of whom preceded their parents in death. Ruth’s innate grace and charm never wavered or aged. As Jim wrote about her in recent years, “I’ve never known Ruth to say a bad word about anyone and she ain’t stupid either.” Jim was turned down for military service in World War II because of high blood pressure. But his job developing a special adhesive was considered essential to the war effort, so he still made an important contribution. Jim’s career saw him serve as director of applications research for Staley and later vice-president of research and development for Union Starch and Refining Company, and vice-president and director of research for Miles Laboratories. For a time, he served as associate professor of pulp and paper chemistry at Syracuse University. He authored numerous technical papers on starch and paper manufacturing, and was noted for his well-respected three-volume “Pulp and Paper: Chemistry and Chemical Technology,” published by Wiley-Interscience. Jim authored the first edition (published in 1951) as well as the second, and edited the third, which was published in 1980 after their retirement to Tryon. This edition was described at the time as “virtually an encyclopedia of pulping, papermaking, paper properties and uses for paper.” It was required
reading for an entire industry. In addition, Jim was involved in the early development of high fructose corn syrup. Following his retirement, Jim served in the “executive loan” program sponsored by the US government to assist third-world countries develop and modernize their own pulp and paper industries. He and Ruth spent several exciting months living in Istanbul, Turkey during the late 1970s as a result. The Caseys moved from Elkhart, Ind., to Tryon in 1979 and became an integral part of the community. Jim enjoyed gardening and was a member of the Tryon Investment Club, which he served as treasurer. Both were avid bridge
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players, and they were members of Tryon Presbyterian Church. James and Ruth Casey are survived by adult grandchildren Amy Rucker Banner of Rock Hill, S.C., and Phillip Rucker of Columbia, S.C. There will be an informal dropin in memory of Jim and Ruth at the Tryon Depot, 22 Depot Street, Tryon from 3 - 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 13. Friends and family will gather to share stories about these two dear and gracious souls. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. Inquiries may be directed to Andrew Millard of Millard & Company, 828-859-7001, or McFarland’s Funeral Chapel, 828-859-9341.
Curtis outscores peers on Microsoft PowerPoint certification exam Skylar Curtis scored 936 out of 1000 on a recent Microsoft 2010 PowerPoint certification exam. Along with 32 other students at Polk County High School, Skylar met the 700 minimum score to earn the nationally recognized Microsoft certification. Polk County High joins schools all across North Carolina to offer free Microsoft testing certification exams to
students. Polk County High School was already a testing center for Certiport, having offered exams as early as 2003. At that time, the school had only one computer designated for use for exams. Now all 28 computers in room 209 at the high school are available for exams. Students in fourth period Microsoft IT Academy who also met the 700 minimum score
include the following: Jonathon Anderson, Angela Bradley, David Castillo, Uriel Chavez, Adam Cinchar, Emily Costine, Madeline Foy, Jacob Johnson, Keli Juzwick, Colby McGuinn, Jenna McInerney, Joseph Pfaff, China Russell, Victoria Shehan, Stephen Stimac and John Taylor. Students in the fifth period Microsoft IT Academy who (Continued on page 22)
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Allison kills 5-point buck
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Katelyn Allison, 12, of Green Creek, killed a 5-point buck, weighing 139 pounds, Oct. 8. It was her first time using a muzzle, loader gun borrowed from her Dad, Ricky Allison. (photo submitted by Teresa Pate)
Keglers bowling results, Oct. 26 The Carolina Keglers have room for new bowlers. This is a very low-key fun league for adults over age 50 who want a little recreation. They bowl on Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. at Autumn Lanes in Forest City. Here are the results of the bowling on Wednesday, Oct. 26. Women’s High Game: 1.Gerri Reitz - 180 2.Phyllis Ruegg - 174 Women’s High Series: 1.Gerri Reitz - 439 2.Phyllis Ruegg - 434 Men’s High Game: 1.Mike Davidson - 178
2.Jack Knirk - 169 Men’s High Series: 1.Mike Davidson - 482 2.Henry Zahn - 473 Most Pins Over Average: Phyllis Ruegg +42 Henry Zahn +17 Jack Knirk +17 Anyone wishing to join the Carolina Keglers should contact Mike Davidson at 894-5823 or email kwk1970@windstream. net. Members are reminded to please contact Mike when they cannot bowl and to advise when they will return. - article submitted
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Saenger of destroyed Hickory, their N.C.;home four board. of Columbus; and a brother , other on the side of Glassy Mountain has earlier someone an axe dren, Wasgreat-grandchildren, the person who previously sisters, Geneva Harrell of BakHerbert Gibbshad of thrown Mill Spring. relatives and friends. been a matter speculation and into the house and almost struck threw an axe at Jane present that ersville, N.C.,ofImogene Burns Also surviving are five grandchilShe was preceded in death by controversy even to the present Hensley, the mother. night and carried out an additional of Inman, S.C., Janice Faganday. of Jane dren, Randy Toney (Kimberly), both parents, Mary Kate and John An inquest Magistrate Young, 14-year-old Green Creek held and by Linda Horne Marc Toney (LeeAnn),Willis Lora threat against her? Waymon; son, Van Waymon; and Trial Justice John on Hensley, a grandson nephew a gambling cheating accuof McAdenville, N.C.;B. 10Dill grandBrock (Jeff), Jeffrey and Gibbs (Col- D. Did sisters, Lucile Waddell and Nina April 11, 1893, to Sylvania and sation result in a fight or a shooting children, Kim Odel, Kelly Brad- leen) and Elizabeth Gibbs and Simone (Eunice) and brother, two daysBradley, after Brandon Horne, six great-grandchildren, Esau Hensley, that caused an accidental or deliberley, Lee Mason Twice-told had stated Harold Sr.and the house the ashes and Rebecca Horne, that ate deathWaymon of someone, Ashley Horne, Toney, Kevin Gibbs, Anthony Tales of the burned the next time was burned to cover the evidence Joseph bodies Pate, Jacob Pate, Miles Brock, Bryan Gibbs, Nick Gibbs were discovSaenger and Will Saenger; and Dark andCorner Zane Gibbs. any violence and silence witnesses? ered, resulted occurred the Must Why were no other body bones five great-grandchildren. 7/19/11 Funeral services wereatheld Campbell in aThe jury verdict house, he was found in the ashes? Why had not family will receiveby Dean Sunday, July 16, in the McFarstating or 11:30 a.m.-1:30 land Funeral Chapel, goingTryon. to hide be- one family member been able to friends“how from by what means loose escape? There were two doors and a p.m. Friday, July 15 at Mill Creek Burial was inneath Polkthe Memothese people came to their deaths is floorboard. Church of the Brethren Fellowrial Gardens, Columbus, with number of windows in the building unknown the jury.”services will military Whilerites somebypeople speculated ship Hall.toFuneral the Polk County providing ample exits for at least Evenatwith the testimony of five that the body bones in this location some members of the family. follow 2 p.m. in the church Memorial Burial Squad. persons — including James probably that of 24-year-old If “rowdies” were present in the sanctuary, conducted byMoon, Rev. were Memorials may be made to R.P. Pitman and James Bowers it stands to reason that a house that evening, why didn’t they Steven Abe. Burial will be in the Esau, Hospice of Rutherford County, who lived nearby and were the first 14-year-old who had declared that try to help family members escape church cemetery. P. O. Box 336, Forest City, N.C. persons on the fire scene the jury be a hiding place would more the flames? Why did no one report Memorials may be—made in to 28043 or Hospice of the Carolina could drawofnoBrandon concrete conclusion be found Glen Dr, the fire? memory Horne to likely Foothills, 130there. Forest as how the victims to their Columbus, Body bones found inside For years, several local fellows theto Leukemia and came Lymphoma N.C. 28722. deaths. house where a bed usually who were known to have freSociety, 4530 Park Rd, #240, the The family will be at the home The known included: the stood were presumed to be that quented the Hensley house in times Charlotte, N.C.facts 28209. of his daughter, Patsy Gibbs fireCondolences that occurred around midnight 20-year-old Sylvania. A rumor, past never discussed the fire when may be left at of Toney, 400 Radar Rd., Rutheron April 9 was seen by only a few which www.pettyfuneralhome.com. fordton,preceded N.C. the fire, stated the subject was broached. If one of people, thought it was a fire thatAn theonline youngguest woman had been Pettywho Funeral Home& Cremaregister may them became ill, other members on mountainside and not a promiscuous and was carrying a of the group would come and stay tory,theLandrum. be signed at www.mcfarlandfuparticular house; James Moon dis- baby. There was speculation as to with the sick person. Was it to enneralchapel.com. covered the ruins around noon the whoMcFarland the father might be. Funeral Chapel, sure that, while he was under pain next day; and bones from the four Tryon. The house was known to be or stress, he would not accidentally bodies were found in different loca- a gathering place for “rowdies” say something about the night of tions around the ruins, not huddled who drank, gambled and generally the fire? Musthell.” 7/18/11 together in one place. “raised These and other questions reOne body’s bones were discovDid a remark about her impend- main unanswered 118 years later.
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