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Tryon Daily Bulletin
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Vol. 85 / No. 210
Tryon, N.C. 28782
Thursday, November 29, 2012
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Downtown speeding a problem in Tryon by Leah Justice
St. Luke’s Hospital friends and officials will break ground on its expansion project with a program and reception at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 29. The event will take place under the big tent near the hospital’s helipad.
Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations:
Today
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Thursdays, 7 a.m. - noon, corner of Hampton Court and Hwy 108. Men’s Prayer Breakfast, Thursday Men’s Prayer Breakfast will meet Nov. 29 at 8 a.m. at TJ’s Cafe, 456 S Trade St. in Tryon. All are welcome. Bring a friend and order breakfast from the menu. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba exercise class, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., in gym. Saluda Center, Thursday (Continued on page 2)
Speeding enforcement in downtown Tryon could be increased after concerns were raised at a council meeting last week. Tryon Town Council met Nov. 20 and heard from commissioner George Baker that he has concerns about drivers speeding downtown. “I continue to have concerns about people zipping downtown,” Baker said. “We’ve got to do something about this. I have nightmares about somebody getting whacked.” Tryon Town Manager Caitlin Martin said she and police chief Jeff Arrowood have discussed signs that go in crosswalks stating drivers should stop for (Continued on page 6)
Concerns of motorists speeding through downtown Tryon were raised again at a recent council meeting. About a year ago officials placed a digital speed sign that alerted motorists to their speed. (photo by Samantha Hurst)
MRPO and UDO decisions await new board by Leah Justice
It will be up to the new majority of the Polk County Board of Commissioners to make the final decisions on the county’s land use regulations. Commissioners reviewed latest recommendations on a proposed unified development ordinance (UDO) and a newly drafted proposed steep slope ordinance that
the planning board has recommended replace the current mountainside and ridgeline protection ordinance (MRPO) during a meeting on Nov. 19. Commissioners decided to schedule the next UDO workshop for a meeting in January, but will formerly set a public hearing for the MRPO on Dec. 3 after the new board approves the 2013 meeting
schedule. Newly elected board members will also be sworn into office on Dec. 3 with a political switch of the majority. Republicans swept the commissioner election with Tom Pack being re-elected along with new commissioners Michael Gage, who was high vote getter
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“We could not be more impressed with the doctors, nurses and facilities at The Birth Place.” Emily Wilson of Columbus with Sophie, her second child born at RRHS.
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activities: knitting group, 9:30 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga, 5:30 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Thursday activities include ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; devotions, 10 a.m.; bingo or movie, 12:30 p.m.; grocery shopping, 1 p.m.; yoga, 6 p.m. 828-894-0001. Lanier Library Book Sale, One day only book sale, Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Lanier Library. The library is located at 72 Chestnut St. Tryon. House of Flags Museum, open Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Landrum Library, Lap Babies, 10 a.m., 20- 25 minute session for young children and care givers includes music, nursery rhymes, and short books. Storytime at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers. Call 828-457-2218. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. TPS Holiday Show, runs through Dec. 22. Stop by 26 Maple Street in Tryon, ThursdaySaturday, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. AA open discussion meeting, Happy, Joyous and Free, noon on Thursdays, Columbus United Methodist Church, 76 N. Peak
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Street, across from Stearns gym. Rotary Club of Tryon, meets every Thursday at noon at Tryon Presbyterian Church on Harmon Field Rd. The Night Before Christmas Carol, Sunday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. History, humor and the holiday come to life in this acclaimed performance. Actor David zum Brunnen portrays Charles Dickens and 17 familiar characters at Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon. Landrum Christmas Parade, join other community members at 5 p.m. to kick-off the Christmas season with a parade through downtown. This year’s grand marshall is Joe Williamson of Williamson’s Paint. Al-Anon: Foothills Come to Believe, Thursdays, 7 p.m., Polk Wellness Center, 155 W. Mills St., Suite 202, 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. NAMI support group, Thursdays, 7 - 8 p.m. in the blue room of Tryon Presbyterian Church, located on Harmon Field Road in Tryon. The group, sponsored by the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI), is for anyone feeling anxious or depressed and those with a diagnosis of a mental illness. All conversations are confidential. No charge. 828817-0382. 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.
Friday
Saluda Center, Friday events: chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; Trash Train, 10 a.m.; NA Meeting, 8 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. TPS Holiday Show, TPS Holiday Show - runs through Dec. 22. Stop by 26 Maple Street
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OBITUARIES Emmie Louise Bissinnar Swedenberg Nelson Williamson, p. 5 Ruth Sudduth Bruce, p. 5
in Tryon, Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Seniors on Sobriety (SOS) AA Meeting, Fridays at noon, Polk County Chamber of Commerce Building, 2753 Lynn Rd. (Hwy 108), Tryon. 828-8940293. American Legion Post 250, weekly bingo games, Fridays, 7 p.m., 43 Depot St., Tryon. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Smoke-free. Holidays Around the World - TFAC fundraiser, Friday, Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Christmas in England - Enjoy TFAC’s annual Christmas benefit event decorated like a Merry English pub. Bluegrass Jam at the Mill Spring Ag Center at 7 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous, Saluda Senior Center, Friday, 8 p.m.
Saturday
Green Creek Community Center, Zumba class, Saturdays, 9 a.m. Book Lovers at Lanier, Book Lovers meet Sat. Dec 1 at Lanier Library 9:30 a.m. to discuss books they’ve enjoyed. Open to all book lovers. 828-859-9535. Grassroots Art Project, holds art classes to benefit Lennie’s Fund and the Humane Society, Saturdays from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. There is no fee for the class and all materials will be provided. Classes are held at the Holy Cross Episcopal Church on Melrose Ave. in Tryon. Call 828899-0673 for more information. House of Flags Museum,
open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. TPS Holiday Show, runs through Dec. 22. Stop by 26 Maple Street in Tryon, ThursdaySaturday, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Tryon Fine Arts Center, Oil painting class for teens with Margaret Curtis, Saturdays, noon - 3 p.m. Tuba Christmas, The 15th anniversary concert of TUBA Christmas will be held at the Polk County High School on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 1:30 p.m. Gospel music concert benefiting the Mill Spring Ag Center and WJFJ AM Radio, Saturday, Dec. 7 to 8 p.m. Sunny View Community House, hosts its 2012 Christmas House, Saturday, Dec. 1, 4 to 8 p.m. located at the beginning of Coopers Gap Road in Sunny View. All proceeds from tickets benefit the Community House for repairs. Free cookies, hot chocolate, crafts and door prizes for the kids.
Monday
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Saluda Center, Mondays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; line dance, 12:30 p.m.; Saluda Dupli(Continued on page 15)
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Tryon Fine Arts Center starts family series with a ‘Dickens Of A Show’ Charles Dickens will appear on the Main Stage at Tryon Fine Arts Center (TFAC) played by actor David zum Brunnen in the touring production of “The Night Before Christmas Carol” on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. History, humor and the holiday come to life as zum Brunnen portrays Charles Dickens and 17 other familiar characters, giving personal, social and historical context to the ghostly classic, A Christmas Carol. This production, described as “…a theatrical daring-do” by the Cape May NJ Star, has toured throughout the United States and is broadcast annually on national public television. The Star goes on to say, “…David zum Brunnen…is lively, physical and energetic…I can think of no better way to get into the holiday spirit.” This acclaimed one-man show has provided family entertainment for thousands. It is histori-
cally accurate, humorous and full of happy holiday spirit. The playwright, Dr. Eliot Engel currently of Raleigh, is an internationally known Dickens scholar, recently inducted into the Royal Society of Arts in England. Besides teaching at the University of North Carolina, N.C. State and Duke, he has written 10 books, published articles in numerous national magazines, and has given literary and historical programs throughout the world for elementary, middle, high school and adult audiences. This is the first of two special events planned for families by Tryon Fine Arts Center’s Arts in Education. Performer Billy Jonas will perform on Mother’s Day, May 13, 2013. Ticket prices for these events are set at just a few dollars to encourage families to participate in live theater together. (Continued on page 4)
David zum Brunnen will play Charles Dickins in the touring production of “The Night Before Christmas Carol” on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. at TFAC. (photo submitted)
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recommended that the planning board rescind the current MRPO, and Keith Holbert. which restricts development at A new chair will also be se- elevations of 1,650 feet and highlected on the new board, which will er. Many residents in the Sanow consist of four republicans luda Township have contested the and one democrat. The current MRPO, due to the township being board has three democrats and entirely above 1,650 feet. No comtwo republicans. Current chair mercial development is currently Ray Gasperson will be the sole allowed in the Saluda Township democrat following the defeat of (outside city limits) due to MRPO vice-chair Renée McDermott on restrictions. Nov. 6 and democrat Cindy Walker But the Polk County Planning choosing not to run for re-election Board earlier this month unanithis year. Current republican com- mously recommended a replacemissioner Ted Owens and Gasper- ment for MRPO, saying the board son were not up for re-election this didn’t want to leave Polk’s mounyear. tains unprotected The UDO has entirely. undergone dra- “I think with the changes “We did feel matic revisions that were directed by it is really imto more closely the board at the Oct. 1 portant to keep reflect the counan ordinance of ty’s current ordi- workshop, the document some kind on the nances following went back primarily books,” said plana public hearing to what the current ning board chair in September Lisa Krolak. that drew heavy ordinances are.” The planning -- Mike Egan board is recomopposition to the document. mending a steep “I think with the changes that slope ordinance, which can either were directed by the board at be a standalone ordinance or placed the Oct. 1 workshop, the docu- in the UDO, the proposed compilament went back primarily to what tion of all county ordinances into the current ordinances are,” said one document. Major changes to county attorney Mike Egan during the steep slope ordinance, which the Nov. 19 meeting. was formerly proposed as Article The proposed UDO was a ma- 24 in the UDO are to increase the jor factor during the election with slope threshold for regulations to the public hearing drawing hun- 30 percent slope as opposed to dreds against the new document the former proposal of 25 percent that at the time was 400 pages. The slope and to no longer require a proposed document is now closer geotechnical analysis of the propto 300 pages after commissioners erty in order to build on higher decided to take out controversial slopes. sections of the document and make The commissioner meeting the document more closely mirror on Dec. 3 will begin at 7 p.m. in current regulations. the upstairs meeting room of the Commissioners also recently Womack building in Columbus. (continued from page 1)
The Night Before Christmas Carol is sponsored by the Kirby Endowment at Polk County Community Foundation. For tickets or more information, please call Tryon Fine Arts Center at 828-859-8322. Box office hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday
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through Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tryon Fine Arts Center, located on Melrose Avenue in the town of Tryon, has been a center for participation in the visual and performing arts for more than 43 years attracting a diverse range of audiences. – article submitted by Marianne Carruth
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Obituaries
Emmie Louise Bissinnar Swedenberg Nelson Williamson Emmie Louise Bissinnar Swedenberg Nelson Williamson, 97, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2012 at Tryon Estates, Columbus, N.C. Born in Columbia, S.C. she was the daughter of the late Asa and Lucille Hiller Bissinnar. For the past 20 years, Mrs. Williamson enjoyed arranging flowers for the Altar at St. Mary’s in Greenville and St. John’s in Tryon. She is a Nationally Accredited Flower Judge. In the business world, she has been involved in all aspects of building and real estate. As president of WESS Inc. she was inducted in Who’s – Who Worldwide in 1994. She moved to Polk County from Greenville, S.C. in 1983 and was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church,
Tryon, N.C. Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Schuvart of Tryon, N.C.; three sons, Clyde Swedenberg of Mooresville, N.C.; James Michael Swedenberg of Franklin Sq. N.Y.; and Hugh Swedenberg of Landrum, S.C.; one sister, Ann Pressley of Atlanta, Ga., as well as 11 grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 1, 2012 in St. John’s Catholic Church, Tryon, N.C. with Father John Eckert officiating. Viewing will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. prior to mass. Burial will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 1, 2012 in Woodlawn Cemetery, Greenville, S.C. Memorials may be made to St. John’s Catholic Church at 180 Laurel Ave. Tryon, N.C. 28782. An online guest register is available at www.mcfarlandfuneralchapel.com McFarland Funeral Chapel Tryon.
Obituaries
Ruth Sudduth Bruce Ruth Sudduth Bruce, 94, of Tryon passed away on Monday, November 26, 2012. Ruth was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and great-great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, S. Elihu Bruce, and their daughter, Betty R. Price (Houston). She was the fourth of 13 children born to the late Earl Sudduth and Necie Sudduth Center and will be sorely missed by her surviving siblings. She was a devoted lifelong member of Ebenezer Welcome Baptist Church in Landrum, S.C. Survivors; include son Billy D. Bruce (Imogene), son-inlaw, Houston Price (Carolyn), grandson, Sam Bruce (Griselda), granddaughters, Anita Dodson (Tim), Renee Sieg (Bob), and
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Laura Jones (Gabriel); greatgrandchildren Tiffany, Shay, Sammy, Sarah, Savannah, Steven, Jordan, Billy, Gene and Dylan; and great-great-grandchildren Carson, Alexandria, Kendall and Maya; brother, Earl Center; Sisters Joyce Srange and Theresa Williams, as well as many other family members and lifelong friends. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, 2012 in Ebenezer Welcome Baptist Church, Landrum, S.C. with Rev. Vince Gainey and Dr. Walter Johnson officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29 in the McFarland Funeral Chapel., Tryon, N.C. Memorials may be made to Ebenezer Welcome Baptist Church, 4005 N. Hwy. 414, Landrum, S.C. 2356. An on-line guest register may be signed at www.mcfarlandfuneralchapel.com
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Artist Kim Attwooll at Shops of Tryon for Tryon Christmas Stroll Strollers at the Tryon Christmas Stroll will have the chance to learn creative techniques to enhance photographs and turn them into one of a kind holiday cards from Tryon artist Kim Attwooll from A Small Work of Art. Visit Attwooll at the Shops of Tryon, 112 N. Trade Street, during the stroll on Friday, Dec. 7 from 5 – 8 p.m. Bring photos or photocopies of family, friends, pets or your home and Attwooll will create an embellished card for you. Watch how she does this using your photo and learn about the materials she uses. The focal image should be 3” x 5” for it to fit on the finished card. Once you see the process, you’ll be hooked and have fun creating these in the future. This is a free demonstration and there is a small charge if you want a finished photo card. You can view her videos demonstrating some of her
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Kim Attwooll’s holiday cat with wreath. (photo submitted)
techniques on You Tube: http:// www.youtube.com/user/Kimscards. – article submitted by Ann Gargiulo
that it’s a crosswalk,” Peoples said. (continued from page 1) Commissioner Doug Arbopedestrians, which is state law. gast said he’d very much like to Baker said he doesn’t have see the signs at the crosswalks. a problem “If somewith installing one gets hit in “I continue to have signs but he’d one of those also like to see concerns about people crosswalks a few tickets zipping downtown. We’ve it’s going to going out. look cheap to “No warn- got to do something about have one of ings,” Baker this. I have nightmares those signs,” said. Baker added. about somebody getting T r y o n The speed M a y o r A l a n whacked.” limit in down-- George Baker town Tryon is Peoples said another pos20 mph and sibility is to have more dis- the issue of speeding downtown tinctively marked crosswalks has come up in council meetlike Landrum and Henderson- ings throughout the years. The ville. Landrum recently marked N.C. Department of Transportadowntown crosswalks with tion installed crosswalk signs stamped concrete that looks a couple of years ago, but they like brick. haven’t seemed to deter speed“You can see from a distance ing through town.
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Wetting whistles The Rotary Club of Tryon hosts a refreshment table at each Monday night rehearsal of the Community Chorus, which provides an annual Christmas concer t to help raise money for scholarships. Here Carol Jackson, Rotar y Club president, does the honors for singer (and violinist) Donis Schweizer and some 100 others during their break. This year’s Community Chorus will be held Dec. 9 at the Polk County High School auditorium. (photo submitted by Art Brown)
Landrum Lions Club sponsors Christmas spirit fund The annual Christmas Spirit time that we step forward to Fund is being conducted by the provide assistance to these indiLandrum Lions Club to assist viduals,” Ayers said. “We should those in need in the local area. be thankful for the opportuEach December, businesses and nity to assist Operation Hope individuals are as they provide asked to make support to the financial do- “We should be thankful needy, and we nations to this for the opportunity to encourage all special fund assist Operation Hope as citizens to parto support the ticipate.” projects at Op- they provide support to the For addieration Hope in needy, and we encourage tional inforLandrum. All please all citizens to participate.” mation, funds raised call Bob Walk-- President Paul Ayers will be given er, secretary at to Operation 864-457-3328. Hope to assist those who are in Make your donations payable to need during the Christmas and Landrum Lions Club and mailed holiday season. to P.O. Box 262, Landrum, S.C. President Paul Ayers said the 29356 or deliver to Landrum needs of those who are expe- Insurance Agency, 104 South riencing hardships during our Shamrock Ave., Landrum, S.C. poor economy are many. All donations are tax deductible. “The Landrum Lions Club – article submitted members feel that now is the by Bob Walker
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N.C. DHHS encourages flu vaccination as part of holiday preparation Flu activity in North Carolina is higher than normal for this time of year, prompting state health officials to remind North Carolinians that now is the best time to get vaccinated for flu. “Holiday travel and visits with family may provide more opportunities for cold and flu germs to spread,” state health director Laura Gerald said. “Getting a flu vaccination now will reduce the chances that you will get seasonal flu and lessen the chance that you will spread it to friends and family.” According to information collected by the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Public Health, health care providers across the state, including college student health centers, already are seeing an increase in flu-like illness. “Last year, we had a mild flu season, but that is not necessarily an indicator of what we can expect this year,” said Dr. Gerald. “Our state laboratory of public health handles flu tests for providers across the state and since the beginning of November, we have seen an increase in positive test results.” Most influenza infections can be prevented by the simple act of getting the flu vaccine. Flu vaccine is recommended for anyone over 6 months old. It is particularly important for people at high risk of complications, including pregnant women, people with chronic diseases, very young children and the elderly. This year, flu vaccine is available in several forms, including: • nasal spray for healthy, non-pregnant people age 2 to 49 years; • a regular flu shot for people ages 6 months and older; • an intradermal flu shot which uses a needle 90 percent smaller than the regular flu shot and is approved for people 18 to 64 years of age; and • a high-dose flu shot for
people 65 and older. Flu vaccine is widely available through doctors’ offices and health departments and is also available at many pharmacies, work places and other locations. Flu season in North Carolina normally peaks in January or
February. Flu vaccines are offered at your local health departments Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. In addition to vaccination, you can prevent the spread of flu and other illness by washing your hands frequently, stay-
ing home from work or school while you are sick, and covering coughs and sneezes. More information about flu activity and flu vaccines as well as a convenient flu vaccine finder can be found at flu.nc.gov. – article submitted
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on Sunday, Dec. 9 from 2-4 p.m. at the Christian Science Church, 93 New Market Road, Tryon. Driessen’s ideas are based on the original source book on Christian healing, the Bible, along with the book Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy. At this lecture, explore how mental and physical wholeness are natural to every single one of us as children of God. Discover how fear, ignorance and sin undermine health, and how an understanding of God as infinite good and ever-present love brings healing. Find out how this scientific system of prayerbased healing, called Christian Science, can be used by any-
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one to bring consistent and reliable health to their lives and the lives of others. Driessen h a s e x p e - Christine Driessen rienced the effectiveness of prayer since she was a child. Recognizing the potential of Christian Science healing to relieve suffering worldwide, she became a full-time practitioner and teacher of this science. Driessen is a member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship, lecturing internationally, with special focus on medical and interfaith talks.” She travels from Jackson, Wyo. and New York City. For more information, call 828-859-9370. – article submitted by Rebecca Kemp
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Wolverine men split Rosman basketball games Sports Sequan Miller controls the opening tip of the Wolverines’ 2012-2013 season. Polk’s varsity boys team went on to win an impressive 8348 over Rosman. JV boys lost 70-44. For additional game details see Friday’s edition of the Tryon Daily Bulletin along with a preview of the Wolverine’s game versus Landrum. (photo by Fulton Hampton)
Cochran Team wins ninth-annual Steps to HOPE Golf Tournament Red Fox Country Club was host to Steps to HOPE’s ninth annual golf tournament on Nov. 2 this year –arguably the most beautiful autumn day ever. Steps to HOPE’s tournament, which was attended by many new teams this year and almost 100 golfers, is celebrated as the charity event of the season. A new Toyota Camry was offered as a hole-in-one prize on Red Fox Hole No. 10 again this year. While no one drove the Camry home after the tournament, a few players – one of whom was Steps’ board of directors president Paul Sutherland – came very close, landing their golf balls within inches of the hole. Congratulations to Robert Cochran, Keith Cochran Jr., and Justice and Bob Bailey who were overall winners of the Steps to HOPE Golf Tournament this year. Jerry Johnson, F.K. McFarland, Billy McFarland and Glenn Han-
ford put together the “B Flight” winning team. Trophies and prizes were awarded to all winning golfers – including “closest to the pin” and “longest drive” winners. Steps to HOPE is greatly appreciative of the overwhelming support shown by golfers, individuals and area businesses who not only offered financial support but made countless donations in the form of snacks and drinks, gifts for door prizes, breakfast biscuits – and, of course, time – to help ensure the success of this annual charity event. Gold sponsors included Dave Hunt of Rutherford Property Management/McDonalds and Jerry Johnson of Tryon Federal Bank. John Boyle of Raymond James, George Todd of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and Tryon Riding and Hunt Club offered tournament sponsorships. - article submitted by Debra Backus
Tournament Chair Pat Sutphin’s Team. (photo by Debra Backus)
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‘Preacher Jim’ Howard was a beloved man of God and the Dark Corner Perhaps no one “born and raised” in Glassy Mountain township can equal the definitive Everyman persona of James Alexander Howard. Born at the foot of Glassy Mountain on Oct. 18, 1894, he was the oldest son of James Holland and Margaret Elizabeth Moon Howard, and was the greatgreat grandson of Capt. Thomas Howard, who led young South and North Carolina militiamen against renegade Cherokees and Tories in the 1776 Battle of Round Mountain. James Alexander Howard The Howards originated in Cumberland County, England, on the border with Scotland and hauling moonshine in a wagon westerly across the Irish Sea from down Glassy Mountain. Northern Ireland, in the 12th cenLittle did he know that his futury. They began coming to the ture would be distinctly different. new American colonies, particu- He not only would have a call to larly Virginia, in the 17th century. ministry, but his father would later Many migrated south to the North become an unpaid Constable and and South Carolina colonies. be killed in a distillery raid near These sturdy Anglo-Saxons Hogback Mountain. brought with them the convicYoung James began driving a tion that they had a God-given, buggy for Dr. John A. Lindsey on inalienable right to make their house calls to ailing patients. He own “water of began to show life” (whiskey) interest Twice-told aingreat for medicinal getting an Tales of the education. He purposes, for social interacDark Corner attended North tion and for Greenville by Dean Campbell economic surBaptist Acadvival. emy (forerunThe New ner of North World offered a new grain, maize, Greenville University) and was grown by native Indians, for pro- outstanding in academics and ducing a different “water of life.” football at the school. The Scots-Irish and borderland Answering a distinct call to England settlers, including the ministry, he graduated from FruitHowards, renamed the native land Bible Institute, Furman grain corn. University and Southwestern When they began to make Baptist Theological Seminary in corn whiskey by the light of the Fort Worth, Texas. He pastured moon so that smoke rising from churches in Texas and Oklahoma their distilleries could not be eas- as well as in South Carolina. ily seen and located, the term, His easy-going manner enmoonshine, was given to it. deared him to everyone, and he Young James Alexander How- became affectionately known as ard was born into this Appalachian “Preacher Jim.” corn whiskey-making way of life, In 1934, at age 40, he married in which his father and brothers Ruth Elmore Hill, the daughter of were accomplished moonshiners. (Continued on page 15) His first paying job, at age 17, was
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Friendly, faces welcome those to Tuba Christmas, Dec. 1 The 15th anniversary concert of TUBA Christmas will be held at the Polk County High School on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 1:30 p.m. This holiday event is free to the public because of generous support of the community. If you are planning to play your tuba or euphonium you will arrive about 9 a.m. and will be greeted at the registration table. The smiling faces may belong to Jena Howell, Jackie Tatsch, Bryan Tatsch and Betsy Zeek. – article submitted by Betsy Zeek
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the Reverend Henry Elmore and Eliza Lucinda Kingsmore Hill. They served the Lord together until his death on Jan. 9, 1988. He became Superintendent of Evangelism for the South Carolina Baptist Convention in 1940, a position he held until his retirement in 1961. Furman University gave him an Honorary Doctorate degree on April 20, 1951. He served as trustee for Limestone
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cate Bridge, 1:30 p.m. 828-7499245. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Member Support Group, meets in Columbus on the first Monday of the month, 10 a.m. - noon. For info and/or location, contact Lisa at 828-894-0104 or Annie at 864-457-7278. The Meeting Place Senior Center, sing-along, 10 a.m.; senior fitness, 11 a.m.; bingo or bead class 12:30 p.m. 828-8940001. Christian Fellowship Luncheon, TJ’s Cafe, Tryon, Mon-
College and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Following his retirement, he did pastoral supply, evangelistic outreach, speaking engagements and spent a great deal of time in research of his native Dark Corner. He became the person with the greatest knowledge of the unique region. In 1978, a number of other researchers and area residents encouraged him to write a history of the Dark Corner from his wealth of knowledge on the subject. He
began a two-year compilation of all aspects of living there. He published his Dark Corner Heritage in 1980. I was honored to assist him with editing of the manuscript and contributing both drawings and photographs to the book. I was even more deeply honored when he ended the volume by passing the mantle of Dark Corner historian to me. It is a trust to which I shall ever be faithful.
days except holidays, noon - 1 p.m.; food, fellowship and discussion of relevant issues; interdenominational. 859-5051. Chess Club, Mondays, 12:30 p.m., recreation room, LaurelHurst Apartments, Columbus. Open to anyone in community. 894-3336. Saluda Center, Monday activities include line dancing at 12:30 p.m. For more information visit Saluda.com. Western Carolina’s Classic Radio Club will meet Monday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. on the ICC Polk Campus. Sam Spade, Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. All are welcome and the program is free. Alcholics Anonymous, Mondays, 5:30 p.m., Tryon United Methodist Church, New Market Road in Tryon.
Green Creek Community Center, line dance classes (ultra beginner and beginner/intermediate), Monday’s 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the gym. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention, Mondays, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Landrum Library, free yoga classes. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Limited to first 30 people. Thermal Belt Stamp Club, meets first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Tryon Federal Bank in Columbus. 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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Commemorating Pearl Harbor, Dec. 7 Want to go? Showing of “Tora! Tora! Tora!” Friday, Dec. 7 Depot Room at the Tryon depot
Sailors rescue a survivor near the USS West Virginia during the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. (Photo from the archives of the U.S. Navy)
superiors know that the attack had achieved total surprise, meeting with no resistance. The Oscar winning film of the same name tells the story from both the American and Japanese perspectives. Meticulously researched and painstakingly authentic, the reenactment of the “the date which will live in infamy,” as well as the political and military intrigue that preceded it is riveting. This definitive war docudrama stars Jason Robards, Martin Balsam and E.G. Marshall. The film starts on Friday,
Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. and will end around 5:15 p.m. Immediately following the movie, Pat Strother will treat guests to a light dinner. Dessert will not be served so that guests can enjoy the many treats available from merchants participating in the stroll. There is room for about 65 attendees. Everyone is welcome, but Millard requests that interested persons reserve their spot by calling 828-859-7001 (extension 2). – article submitted by Michele Deudne
Sunny View Community House hosts Christmas House, Dec. 1 Sunny View Community House will be having its 2012 Christmas House Saturday, Dec. 1 from 4 - 8 p.m. located at the beginning of Coopers Gap Road in Sunny View. Look for the lights and signs. Santa will be present for pictures. Free cookies, hot chocolate, crafts and door prizes for the kids.
McGuinn’s Store will be selling Christmas Trees. Raffle tickets will be sold to win a gift certificate to McGuinn’s Store. All proceeds from tickets benefit the community house for repairs. Carolers are welcome. Call 828-429-9396 for more info. - article submitted by Rachael Haynes
Want to go? What: 2012 Christmas House When: Saturday, Dec. 1 Where: Sunny View Community House, beginning of Coopers Gap Road
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Dec. 7 marks not just the 2012 Tryon Christmas Stroll, but also the 71st anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, marking the United States’ entrance into World War II. To mark the occasion, Millard & Company will host a showing of the film classic Tora! Tora! Tora!, followed by a light catered dinner. The event will take place in the Depot Room at the Tryon Depot beginning at 3 p.m. The public is invited; there is no charge, although space is limited. Host Andy Millard especially would like to see a large contingent of WWII veterans. “We’re losing more of these veterans every day,” said Millard. “We should honor them while we still can.” Transportation will be provided for those who request it. Millard & Company has rented a small bus for the event, and local veteran Roger Newman will serve as host on the bus. The phrase “Tora! Tora! Tora!” was the code used by Japanese pilots to let their
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