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Clement father, son bond through sport, Local cell company urging communities to Inside help schools earn funds, Page A5 Today Page A3 THE SAMPSON INDEPENDENT www.clintonnc.com 50 cents F Vol. LXXXVII; Issue 176 Tuesday, September 6, 2011 Clinton, North Carolina F 12 pages U.S. 421 rest Clinton man’s area closure condition likely done deal upgraded By CHRIS BERENDT after Staff Writer When the state expressed its intention to close the U.S. 421 scooter rest area in southern Sampson County, the announcement was fol- lowed by such adamant opposition that state officials pushed back the closure from Labor Day to the start of October for comments accident from the community to be heard. It may have just been delaying By DOUG CLARK the inevitable. Assistant Editor A letter from the state’s transportation secretary, sent fol- PHOTO BY DOUG CLARK lowing a special-called session by the Sampson County Board of Commissioners will discuss the latest letter from DOT offi- A 66-year-old Clinton Commissioners that included public comments and an adopted cials regarding the likely closure of the U.S. 421 rest area man involved in an acci- board resolution against the closure, seems to point to the shut- tonight. dent on Friday while rid- down of the rest area as a foregone conclusion. He called the deci- 3 to allow commissioners time to meet and address the issue, he ing his motor scooter on sion the “fiscally responsible move.” states. College Street has been In his letter to county board chairman Jefferson Strickland, He then echoes the primary reasons for the decision to close given a small health dated Aug. 25, N.C. Department of Transportation Eugene Conti the rest area near Six Runs Creek, ones local officials have already upgrade over the week- Jr. said Gov. Beverly Perdue asked him to respond to the local heard in detail. end. resolution and letter sent by the Board of Commissioners. The James Best of Clinton, original date of closure was Sept. 6, but was postponed until Oct. See REST, Page A2 was listed in critical but stable condition at Pitt Memorial Hospital Monday, according to Sgt. Donald Edwards Pilot program will help patients, doctors of the Clinton Police Department. Edwards said Best was Coastal Connect will save time, money for patients airlifted around 10:35 a.m Friday after the incident By DOUG CLARK ing in a Health Information Exchange (HIE) rest of the state. pilot program called Coastal Connect. “The project has reached a phase now that took place on College Assistant Editor The project is funded through a three- where participating hospitals in the pilot Street at the Burger King If you have ever had an emergency and year, $1.46 million grant from Duke are transmitting data across the exchange,” entrance. were forced to see another medical provid- Endowment that will ensure the private said David Masterson, Chief Executive Although the incident er out of town, you may know some of the and secure sharing of patient-centric data to Officer for the hospital. “SRMC was the is still considered under frustrations that come with the situation, encourage provider collaboration, improv- first hospital in the pilot project to transfer investigation, Edwards including taking — and paying for — addition- ing efficiencies in healthcare and enhanc- information across the exchange and we are noted that it is believed al tests or -Xrays that you may have already ing consumer satisfaction in eastern North pretty proud of that.” that Best ran into the been through weeks or months before at Carolina. SRMC is the first of the five The sharing of patient data across the passenger side door of a you regular physician’s office. hospitals (Dosher Memorial Hospital, New HIE is private and secure. 2003 Ford Escape driven A new pilot program currently being Hanover Regional Medical Center, Pender Masterson said hospital officials were by Jasmine Boykin, 19, used locally hopes to resolve that dilemma. Memorial Hospital and Southeastern excited to be chosen the first of the five of Clinton, who was exit- It’s a move that will not only help the Regional Medical Center) in the program hospitals on the pilot project, because, he ing the Burger King onto patient but the healthcare provider, as well. to actually transfer information across the feels, the project will benefit both patient College Street. Sampson Regional Medical Center is one of exchange, and Coastal Connect is being and caregiver. Best remained in five hospitals in the state that are participat- looked at as a demonstration project for the critical condition for the See PROJECT, Page A2 majority of the weekend, Edwards said, and then his condition was upgrad- ed Sunday. Gala fundraising tickets go on sale today “They (hospital doc- tors) wanted to make sure of his head trauma and SRMC to expand Skilled Nursing, move Peds unit with Gala funds watch him very closely By BILLY TODD which will make room for for new ways to use our space, over the first 24 hours,” Staff Writer the expansion of the Skilled we’re able to address quality Edwards said Monday Nursing Unit into all private improvement and patient satis- afternoon. “Of course, it What is the hottest ticket rooms on second floor. Moving faction, as well as create more will take time to recover, in town today, Tuesday, Sept. Pediatrics to third floor south efficient work space for our but I think they felt pret- 6? The answer: The Partners will provide a secure separate employees.” ty confident about it and for Life Gala sponsored by the wing, adjacent to the Medical The relocation of the placed him at critical but Sampson Regional Medical Surgical floor and with a con- Pediatric Unit is one of these stable condition.” Center Foundation. Tickets are nection to the OB/GYN wing. projects. Officer Matt Davis han- on sale today. In addition, a private family “By relocating the Pediatric dled the preliminary inves- For the first time, the Gala is room will be available for family Unit, we’ll be able to expand tigation, and Edwards and to be held on New Year’s Eve, time away from the pediatric our Skilled Nursing Unit into Sgt. Robbie King are han- Saturday, Dec. 31. You will want room. What a fitting choice of all private rooms for residents. dling the reconstruction to purchase your ticket early as funds as we bring in the ‘New Pending the approval of the of the accident scene. there is a limit of only 400, and Year’s Baby’ for 2012!” added Board of Trustees, the pediatric Edwards also added there is a reduced rate for early the Foundation director. unit, which is currently on the that since the investi- bird purchases. The pediatric move is one second floor, will be moved to gation was ongoing it “The SRMC Foundation of several on in the hospital’s the third floor,” shared Cava. wouldn’t be appropriate COURTESY PHOTO Board selected our soon-to- sights. The new, four-bed Pediatric to comment, and he said The entrance to last year’s be new Pediatric Unit as the “The hospital is currently Unit, which will have an oppor- it was too early to specu- SRMC Foundation Gala was project to receive proceeds planning many projects as part tunity for overflow, will be posi- late on any charges that reminiscent of the glory from this year’s gala.,” shared of its strategic goal to improve tioned closer to the nursery, may come as a result of days of Hollywood and the Foundation executive director space utilization,” asserted and it will be dedicated solely magical red carpet that car- the incident. Brenda Warren. Amber Cava, SRMC director to children. “It will also offer To reach Doug Clark ried you back to a grand cel- “This project is part of our ebration. This year’s Gala, of marketing and community appropriate security and fam- call 910-592-8137 ext. master facility plan. Pediatrics relations.”By evaluating our cur- on New Year’s Eve should See NEW, Page A2 123 or email to sisports@ set the tone for 2012. will be relocated to third floor, rent facility layout and looking myclintonnc.com.

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Continued from Page A1 and rest, as well as the pos- sible loss of revenue that passes “Through most of the 1970s through the county on that par- and 1980s, the rest area just ticular thoroughfare. south of Clinton was a busy “This 40-year-old facility has and up-to-date facility, however been a sound structure and a when I-40 opened in the area small piece of history not only in the early 1990s, much of the to those who live in the area,” Tomorrow’s Weather traffic shifted,” Conti stated. “A Jackson stated, “but also to trav- new area, meeting American elers from near and far who Disabilities Act Standards and look forward to a few minutes of with a family restroom, was rest and tranquility as they pass built near Warsaw. This facil- through Sampson County.” ity serves more than 570,000 He urged the DOT to hear visitors annually. In compari- local pleas and reconsider the son, the U.S. 421 site had just closure. Calls to Pope were under 55,000 visitors last year not immediately returned, but at a cost of $2.14 per user, Strickland said copies of the let- more than four times the state- PHOTO BY DOUG CLARK ters from Jackson to DOT and wide average for all of North After 40 years, the rest area on U.S. 421 south is likely to Conti to commissioners have Carolina’s 60 rest areas at close. DOT officials are adamant that closing the facility is been given to board members the economically feasible thing to do. $0.52 per user.” in their Tuesday meeting agen- Additionally, the annual appreciate the opportunity to as frequently used as the ones das. Wednesday’s weather maintenance expenditures are address the situation.” along I-40, it is one that people Strickland said the county is expected to be wet approximately $117,000, com- The letter was expected to still utilize when they travel was in an unfortunate position, with showers and thun- pounded by a cost to renovate be formally presented to com- the country roads of Sampson but said he would not consider derstorms expected the aging facility that is esti- missioners at their regular County,” stated Jackson. “If this the matter closed until check- before noon. Highs will mated at $250,000 just to keep meeting tonight (Tuesday). is closed, maintenance is still ing with each commissioner. be near 84; lows around it open, Conti pointed out. Sen. Brent Jackson was one necessary to keep the grounds “I’m not going to close it 70. Today’s weather “In view of current budget of the many who shared oppo- clean and mowed in order to out now, until I discuss it with picture was drawn by shortfalls, the fiscally responsi- sition to the rest area closure prevent it from becoming an commissioners and see if there Hayley James, a stu- during the special meeting last eyesore of what has always dent at Salemburg ble move is to close the facility,” is anything else they want to Elementary School. Conti stated in his letter. “This month, following up his con- been a well-kept area for travel- explore,” the board chairman decision is not without prec- cerns with his own letter to DOT ers to stop and rest or enjoy a said. “We’ll just have to wait edent, as in 2010 the depart- division engineer Allen Pope. In picnic.” and see what our options are Local briefs ment closed two other primary it, he argued against the state’s Jackson also reiterated other and what options they want to rest area sites in Moore and reasons for the close, saying concerns previously shared by consider.” VFW Post 7547 Richmond counties for very the area has served as a nice citizens, including a situation Chris Berendt can be reached Monthly Steak Supper similar reasons. I understand landmark for those who choose in which motorists might be at 910-592-8137 ext. 121 or via —6-8 p.m., Saturday, the commissioners are disap- the “peaceful and scenic” route. diverted from I-40 to U.S. 421 email at sicrime@heartlandpub- Sept. 10. Eat-in or take- pointed by the decision, but “Though this rest stop is not and be without a place to stop lications.com. out. Door prizes. First responders get a dis- count with ID. FMI, call 385-5582 or 592-3579. Project beneficial to many, Masterson says Sugar Buddies Diabetes Support Group — 6:30 p.m., Continued from Page A1 “Through a more timely exchange of information, we Tuesday, Sept. 6, The “The Health Information Exchange will can make more informed decisions about a patient’s Center for Health + be beneficial to both providers and patients,” Wellness he explained. “As healthcare providers, we’ll care. For both hospitals and patients, this lowers Harrells Community be able to share and exchange information Day — Saturday, Oct. 22, across our region to improve the coordina- the cost of care by reducing redundancies in testing, Little Miss and Master tion of patient care. Through a more timely exams, diagnostic procedures, etc.” Harrells and Tiny Miss exchange of information, we can make more Harrells Contest. Those informed decisions about a patient’s care. interested can call 910- For both hospitals and patients, this lowers — David Masterson 271-1204 or 910-249- the cost of care by reducing redundancies in SRMC CEO 2031. testing, exams, diagnostic procedures, etc. Nathan Lee Family As Health Information Exchanges develop go through it all again if they don’t have to.” we manage patient health information and Reunion — 1 p.m., across the state, a patient’s information Although it may seem like there would share it with other providers involved in Sunday, Sept. 25, with one provider can be available to other be pressure to be the first to attempt the their care.” Savannah Hill PFWB, providers and hospitals involved in their program, Masterson and his staff are confi- Results of the project will be taken and 2176 Savannah Hill care. This project will also help the hospital dent in their abilities, especially being on the scrutinized over the next three years. But Road,Dunn. FMI, call and local physicians meet requirements for cutting-edge of technology. Masterson said that the results so far have Laura Beasley 919-639- Meaningful Use, which is the new national “Our participation in this project posi- been positive. 8781. standard being set for the delivery of health tions us, along with other Coastal Connect “Everything so far, has been going American Legion care.” hospitals, as a leader in North Carolina for smoothly,” Masterson said. “We have been Post No. 319 Meeting Dr. Tommy Newton of Clinton Medical Health Information Exchange networks,” very excited about being part of it.” — 7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. Clinic agrees. Masterson said. “Coastal Connect is being The Duke Endowment, located in 6. FMI, call Robert L. “I think that it will help in a lot of ways,” looked at as a demonstration project for Charlotte, seeks to fulfill the legacy of James Brown, 590-2781. Newton noted. “It will also cut down on the the rest of the state. We’re excited to be B. Duke by enriching lives and communities American Legion time a patient has in the offices. If we, as a part of this project. It demonstrates our in the Carolinas through higher education, Auxiliary Unit 319 doctors, have all the information, we will not commitment to integrating technology that health care, rural churches and children’s Meeting — 11 a.m., have to re-do blood work, X-rays … It is a meets healthcare reform expectations. This services. Thursday, Sept. 8. FMI, more effective way for us to get the informa- project also allows us the opportunity to To reach Doug Clark call 910-592-8137 ext. call Dazell Goodman, tion we need and see what has already been collaborate with other hospitals and local 123 or email sisports@heartlandpublications. 596-0678. done (to the patient), so they will not have to providers in a way that will improve the way com. Sampson High School Alumni Meeting — 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 10. FMI, call Pamela New Year’s Eve tapped for hospital gala Bennett, 592-8285. Descendants of the Continued from Page A1 first serve” basis when late Pinkney Adams payment is confirmed and Piaty Ann Adams ily support areas. We with a maximum of 400 Family Reunion — 1 believe the move will tickets available. A por- p.m., Sunday, Oct. 2, at bring positive changes tion of your ticket is eli- Banner Chapel Advent and will provide a better gible for a tax deduction, Christian Church, 1771 experience for our pediat- making your participation N. C. 50 South, Benson, in ric patients and their fami- a win-win for everyone. the Christian Ministries lies,” Cava added. “Get your party dress Center FMI, contact The Gala will be the or coat and tie ready Judy Lee at 919-369-7807 main fundraising for the for the best New Year’s or Tresa Wheeler at 910- Pediatric Unit move. Eve celebration ever in 892-7099. “We are truly excit- Sampson County. It will Hunter Safety ed about the rapidly be an unforgettable night Course — 6-9:30 approaching Foundation for a great cause … and p.m., Sept. 19-2. Must Gala,” said Warren. you don’t even have to attend all three classes. “For the first time, this travel out-of-town,” con- Sponsored by the N.C. fun event will be on cluded Warren. Wildlife Commission, New Year’s Eve at the Call Brenda Warren Sampson County Sampson Agri-Exposition at the SRMC Foundation Livestock Facility, Center. Plan to ring in office at 596-4269 or 93 Agriculture Place. 2012 in a beautiful set- COURTESY PHOTO email inquiries to bwar- Participants must reg- ting with lights and glitz, The large crowd enjoy dancing to the band Infinity who will return this [email protected]. ister online at www. just like being in Times year to provide music for the SRMC Foundation Gala. To contact Billy Todd, ncwildlife.org. FMI, call Square in New York City,” favorites…..so we asked “Some invitations will best selection,” added call 910-592-8137 ext. 117, Cooperative Extension asserted the Foundation them back to N.C. again,” be mailed to past par- Warren. Seats will be or e-mail siobits@heart- office at 910-592-7161. director. said Warren. ticipants, but you do not reserved on a “first come, landpublications.com. 21st Century Parent The party will start at The famous Silent and have to receive an invi- Orientations — 6 p.m., 6 p.m. with a social hour, Live Auctions will take tation to attend,” shared Wednesday, Sept. 7, followed by dinner at 7 place during the night with the Foundation director. Lakewood District at C. p.m. Warren stated that a great variety of items After Thanksgiving, the E. Perry Elementary; 6 dinner promises to have and services offered. price will increase to $150 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 8, something to fit every- The Foundation director per person and the ticket Union District at Union one’s appetite at the vari- stated that last year they deadline is Dec. 12. Elementary. ous food stations set up had their largest selec- Sponsorship tables will 80th Annual and prepared by a new tion ever…and expect no be available in prime loca- Reunion of the catering company. less for 2011. The Silent tions for businesses and Descendants of Isaiah “Back by popular Auction will take place individuals who want to Warren Sr. — 12:30 demand from 2010 from 6 until 10:30 p.m. support this fun event. p.m., Sunday, Sept. 11, .‘Infinity’ from Atlanta, and the Live Auction will “You know what they say… Newton Grove United Ga…will play from 8:15 be held around 9:15 p.m. .”the early bird gets the Methodist Church. p.m. until 12:15 a.m. Warren reminds every- worm”… so don’t delay in Business meeting fol- Everyone loved this band one that Early Bird tick- selecting one of the best last year with lots of ener- COURTESY PHOTO lowed by covered-dish ets go on sale Tuesday, tables in the house! Get Attendees of last year’s Gala dined on exquisite lunch in fellowship hall. gy, choreography, and Sept. 6, at the reduced your group coordinated in food and great conversation. Bring your favorite dish. music to suit everyone’s price of $125 per person. advance to assure your Tuesday, September 6, 2011 THE SAMPSON INDEPENDENT A3 Obituaries

after 30 years of dedi- mittees and was a for- Jennifer Bell; four sis- brothers, Livingston cated service. Always mer member of the ters and brothers-in- Andrew Heckstall, 76 White, Dewey White ready with a smile, Clinton Jaycees. He law Helen and Edward ROSE HILL — and Hughie Manley Mr. B greatly impact- received numerous Barker of Clinton, Mr. Andrew Jackson White. He was a ed the Clinton commu- awards for dedicated Ann and Brady Heckstall, 76, of 181 veteran of the N.C. nity through his devo- humanitarian service, Parker of Salemburg, E. Charity Road, died National Guard and a tion to and concern including the Lion of Martha and Bobby Thursday, Aug.25, retired truck driver. for people, especially the Year Award, the Tew of Salemburg, 2011 at home. He is survived by the youth of Clinton Jack Stickley Fellow and Frankie & “Billy” A memorial ser- his wife, Celestine and Sampson County. Award, the Melvin Tyndall of Raleigh; 19 vice will be held on Royal White of the Mr. B graduated from Jones Fellow, the nieces and nephews; Wednesday, Sept. home; one son, Larry New Hanover High John Hale’s Memorial and 13 great-nieces 7, 2011 at 4 p.m. in Thomas White Jr. School and attended Award, and the NC and great-nephews. the Rhodes Funeral and wife, Debbie of Hargrove Military Recreation and Parks Mr. Bellamy was pre- Home Chapel, 195 Roseboro; one daugh- Academy. He received Society Meritorious ceded in death by Kenansville Highway, ter, Sherry White W. Walker Bellamy Jr., 81 his BS degree in Award. Walker was his parents, William Warsaw. Eddy of Clinton; two CLINTON — W. Recreation from recognized by the Walker Bellamy, Sr. He is survived by grandchildren, Aaron Walker Bellamy Jr., Campbell College Clinton High School and Rachel Page his caretaker, Ms. Eddy and Caleb 81, died Saturday, and studied Advanced Athletic Department Murrill Bellamy; Ernestine Moore. Eddy; one step-grand- Sept. 3, 2011 at Recreation at North for his positive influ- his sister, Martha A sympathetic son, Dalton Hall; a Sampson Regional Carolina State ence on the youth of Bellamy King; broth- and dignified service brother-in-law, Allen Medical Center. University. After Clinton and Sampson er-in-law, Dr. Samuel entrusted to Rhodes Royal of Roseboro; A memorial ser- serving three years in County, was pre- Duncan McMillan, Funeral Home, Inc. of two brothers, Ronald vice will be held at 2 the U.S. Army, 82nd sented the Youth Jr.; and nephews Warsaw. White and wife, Jean p.m. Tuesday, Sept. Airborne Division, Service Award from the Rev. Samuel of Autryville and 6, at First United 44th Tank Battalion, the Clinton Police Duncan McMillan, III Larry White Sr., 71 Richard Cary White Methodist Church, at Fort Bragg, N.C., Department, and and David Bellamy ROSEBORO — Mr. and wife, Patty of 208 Sampson St., he worked as a rail- was inducted into McMillan. Larry Thomas White Kinston; and four sis- Clinton, with the Rev. road detective with the Sampson County The visitation was Sr., 71 of 117 Tom ters, Lavinia Mizelle Bob Redmond and the the Atlantic Coastline Sports Hall of Fame. held Monday, Sept. 5 Cat Lane, died on and husband, Kermit Rev. Hugh Cameron in Rocky Mount, N.C. Mr. Bellamy is sur- from 6:30-9 p.m. at Monday, Sept. 5, of Chadbourn, Phyllis officiating. A service before beginning a vived by his loving wife Royal Hall Funeral 2011 at Wake Medical Guill of Fayetteville, of Committal and career in recreation of 57 years, Norma Home, 301 McKoy Center in Raleigh. Linda McPherson Inurnment will be in Clinton in 1964, Jean Parker Bellamy;a St., Clinton. The funeral will be of Ocean Isle and held at McGee United where he worked son, William Dennis In lieu of flowers, held on Wednesday, Eleanor Burrow and Methodist Church tirelessly to build a Bellamy; daughter-in- memorials may be Sept. 7, at 3 p.m. husband, John of Cemetery at a later strong recreation law, Donna Proctor made to the Building at Freedom Baptist Randleman. date. program. In recog- Bellamy of New Bern; Fund of First United Church with the Rev. The family will Mr. Bellamy, or nition of his impact granddaughters, Methodist Church, Sam Gore officiating. receive friends on “Mr. B” as he was and service, the Rachel Paige Bellamy 208 Sampson St., Burial will follow in Tuesday evening affectionately called, Clinton Recreation and Madison Parker Clinton, N.C., 28328, the church cemetery. from 7 to 9 P.M. at was a native of Department honored Bellamy; grand- or the Boys and Girls Mr. White was born Butler Funeral Home Wilmington, N.C., Walker by naming its son, Christopher Homes of N..C, Inc., on Feb. 24, 1940 in in Roseboro, and and a resident of facility at Royal Lane Seth Wilson; sister, P.O. Box 127, Lake Bladen County to the other times at the Clinton since 1957. Park, The W. Walker Frances Bellamy Waccamaw, NC, late Hyram Evans home. Walker retired as Bellamy Recreation McMillan of Raleigh; 28540. and Lundy Spencer Services entrusted the Director of the Center. Bellamy was namesake and great- Condolences may White. He is preced- to Butler Funeral Clinton-Sampson active in the Clinton niece Cameron Walker be sent through www. ed in death by his par- Home, 401 W. Recreation and Parks Lions Club, where he Smith; godchildren, royalhallfuneralhome. ents; one sister, Betty Roseboro Street, Department in 1994 served on many com- Julie Tyndall and com Weston; and three Roseboro. U.S. Cellular encourages eastern N.C. communities to rally support for schools Wireless provider shares strategies for success from past calling all communities champions GREENVILLE– Voting officially 18 people to win one year of free pions included six public and nological advancements to reno- begins for U.S. Cellular’s Calling All U.S. Cellular wireless service. In four private schools from small vating gymnasiums, school kitch- Communities Campaign on Sept. 9, addition, 2,000 randomly-selected rural and large urban commu- ens and science labs. 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Because all carriers are independent contractors, com. Each voting code gives people began in 2008, U.S. Cellular has The Sampson Independent takes no responsibility for payments made to them. the opportunity to vote online once awarded $2 million to 20 schools daily until the campaign ends. The throughout the nation. Voter par- The Independent continues the News-Dispatch and the Sampson Democrat, voting cards will feature a peel- ticipation in the 2010 Calling All which were consolidated May 1, 1924 and incorporated the Sampsonian on April 27, 1976. off sticker that gives thousands Communities campaign reached Postmaster Send Change of Addresses to: of lucky supporters a chance to 430,000 votes cast for 6,800- The Sampson Independent, 303 Elizabeth St., Clinton, NC cast two votes a day or be one of plus schools. Last year’s cham- A4 THE SAMPSON INDEPENDENT Tuesday, September 6, 2011 OPINION A little more humility, less certitude Our perspective n Aug. 9, top slash the budget. The Obama than in past recessions. They officials of the Commentary administration should rush acknowledged that the 2008- THE SAMPSON Federal Reserve, more relief to homeowners 09 recession was deeper, in and their staff, feared that would risk too - or let housing prices find a hindsight, than they realized NDEPENDENT assembled much inflation. Even then, bottom. Everyone can point when it was happening. But, I Heartland Publications, LLC O around a gigantic the statement only passed to facts and figures and claim of course, this implies that conference table to decide 7 to 3 among the 10 vot- the backing of an economist. they made policy back then Jules Molenda, publisher what, if anything, they should ing members present. The More than a few of the kibitz- based on imperfect data. Sherry Matthews, editor/general manager do to help the flagging U.S. three dissenters each voiced ers are economists. Congress gave the Fed Althea Simpson, advertising manager Alissa Melvin, circulation manager economy. Just about every slightly different concerns But as the Fed’s in-house a dual mandate: Maximize member of this group, about how the Fed’s state- debate shows, no one has a employment and keep prices headed by Chairman Ben S. ment could prove counterpro- magic bullet. stable. Yet that ostensibly Bernanke, was an expert in ductive. This is one reason they technical task involves value economics, banking, finance Our point is not to take call economics the “dismal judgments. or law. Each had access to sides in this debate but to science.” There’s no labora- A political economic poli- the same data. And yet, after draw a lesson from the fact tory at the Fed. And even cymaking is a chimera. The Scooter accidents hours of discussion, they that it occurred at all. To hear Nobel Prize-winning econo- Fed will always have its crit- could not agree. various politicians, colum- mists have far less certainty ics, internal as well as exter- signal something As newly released min- nists, bloggers and business about the workings of the nal, and that is as it should be utes of the meeting confirm, people tell it, the solution to U.S. economy than an aver- in a democracy. It would be the resulting Fed policy the U.S. economic slump is age physicist has about sub- more honest, though, if pur- needs to be done announcement - near-zero perfectly obvious: The Fed atomic particles. veyors of economic solutions interest rates would prob- should release even more During the Fed’s Aug. 9 — whether in Washington, on Something needs to ily traveled streets and ably continue through mid- monetary stimulus, some meeting, for example, partici- Wall Street or in the media — be done about motor roadways, like College 2013 - was a carefully worded say - or, say others, the Fed pants professed not to know displayed a little more humil- scooters. Street or, say, Sunset compromise between those should hold steady. Congress why the business cycle’s ity and a little less certitude. More and more peo- Avenue, where anoth- who favored aggressive mon- must dramatically increase self-correcting mechanisms — Washington Post ple are riding them and, er scooter accident etary stimulus and those who spending on public works - or are so much weaker today Bloomberg News more and more people occurred earlier this are getting hurt. And year. Commentary that begs the ques- We feel the same way tion, why scooters are about motorized wheel- allowed on busy high- chairs, some of which Libya in ways. are used to cross busy We understand that streets like Sunset. transition many ride them for eco- It’s not that we ith life slowly nomic reasons — they oppose the vehicles, returning to are a cheaper purchase or even people riding normal in than a vehicle and use them. We oppose where Tripoli after far, far less gas, two they are being driven, rebels broke pluses in the current and that opposition W the grip of economic climate we stems solely from the government forces there find ourselves in — but fact that people are get- last week, the decisions now at what cost. ting hurt and perhaps being made by the National There is more at even killed when driv- Transition Council will play a stake than less money ing them. key role in determining how taken from one’s wal- According to state Libya’s revolution unfolds. let. Lives are on the law, scooters and Former Libyan strongman line, and in most every mopeds can drive a max- Muammar Gadhafi appar- case, those harmed the imum speed of 30 mph; ently is on the run, but he most, at least physical- they are not required remains a dangerous threat ly speaking, are those to be registered; they to the fledgling govern- driving the scooters. not required to have ment. Meanwhile, tribal and Last Friday morn- liability insurance like regional divisions that have ing, another person was other motor vehicles emerged among the various rebel factions in recent days critically injured on a need to have; and, while N.C.’s steep climb ahead could complicate efforts to scooter. He remains in not mandated, it is sug- unify the country even after Pitt Memorial Hospital gested that mopeds and BY JOHN HOOD it less likely they will the fighting ends. in critical but stable scooters not be driven Guest Column be willing to take risks. Given the extremely fluid in traffic. condition. The injuries new studies suggest that They can redirect their nature of developments on Yet they are driven he sustained occurred ENOIR – employment won’t return resources and ener- the ground at this point, in traffic, far too often, when he ran into the Recently I was to its pre-recession level gies elsewhere, to other what can the U.S. and the and at a peril to the driver’s side door of in the Caldwell until the end of the states or nations. Or they international community do driver. another vehicle pulling County town decade. can put their money in to support a peaceful tran- The N.C. General out of Burger King onto L of Lenoir, With their traditional low-productivity instru- sition from dictatorship to Assembly needs to take College Street. my father’s home- manufacturing industries ments such as govern- democracy in Libya, all the a closer look at the laws The 19-year-old driv- town, watching the sun permanently relocated, ment debt, signaling their while recognizing that ulti- governing scooters mately it will be up to the er of the other vehi- rise over picturesque these communities are willingness to accept and mopeds measur- Libyans themselves to chart cle was not physically Hibriten Mountain. I inventing themselves. lower rates of return in ing existing mandates their country’s future? hurt, but we are sure wish I could say it symbol- They are full of commit- exchange for lower risk against statistical data. Clearly, NATO military the trauma of the acci- ized the dawn of true eco- ted, talented people. But of economic loss or politi- While this may not and technical assistance will dent weighs heavily, as nomic recovery in North reinvention is risky, and cal confiscation. be a problem in other remain crucial to the rebels it would on any driver Carolina. will take time. I know this may areas of the state, it until the last redoubts of pro- struck or striking any- But I can’t. Hibriten is Politicians are always sound a bit rudimentary. seems of late that in Gadhafi forces are secured. one, particularly on a 2,211 feet above sea level. quick to make promises. Doesn’t everyone recog- Sampson County, at Just as important as mili- far less secure vehicle Would that we faced such It’s one thing if they nize that without job cre- least, there have been a tary aid, however, will be than a car, truck or van. a comparatively gentle promise to vote a cer- ators, there are no jobs? Which brings us growing number of acci- Western support for the climb out of the depths tain way on a certain bill. No, apparently not. reconstruction of Libya’s dents involving scoot- back to our original of the Great Recession. I That’s a promise they can President Obama, for war-damaged infrastructure ers and mopeds, and statement — something fear that a more appropri- easily keep, and you can example, seems willing and the repair of its oil fields. those driving them have needs to be about motor ate topographical analogy hold them responsible for to blame “millionaires Coupled with reconstruc- been placed in peril. scooters. lay to the west of me at it. and billionaires” for the tion assistance, the coun- Something needs to While they have their Yancey County’s Mount But beware of politi- nation’s fiscal and eco- try may also need consid- be done to ensure driv- place, we simply don’t Mitchell, the 6,684-foot cians promising to wave nomic problems. If he erable humanitarian aid, at ers’ safety. believe its on heav- peak that is the highest some magic govern- has his way, their taxes least over the short term, mountain in the eastern mental wand and make will rise and their busi- to restore supplies of food, United States. North Carolina’s econo- nesses will be subjected fresh water and medicines Editorial & Letter policy North Carolina’s unem- my whole again. Much to massive new environ- that were interrupted by the ployment rate is just over of what is transforming mental regulations. conflict. The need appears and should be no more 10 percent. It has been In the midst of such to be especially great in Our Perspective American and world com- Tripoli, where hospitals are expresses the view- than 500 words, signed at or near 10 percent for merce is beyond the con- economic misery, these with a home address policies are senseless struggling to cope with a points of The Sampson years. If you add to the trol of any politician. And huge influx of people injured Independent, however, listed, and must conform traditional jobless count much of what politicians and reckless. Even if Washington confiscat- during the recent fighting. other items on this page to this newpaper’s stan- those unemployed people have done in the past Until Mr. Gadhafi is express the opinions of dards of good taste. who have given up look- three years, particularly ed 100 percent of the either captured or killed, he the writers whose names The Sampson ing for work plus those in Washington, has made income of the nation’s is likely to remain a preoccu- appear and do not neces- Independent reserves the North Carolinians who our economy worse, not richest people, that pation of the transition gov- sarily reflect the stance right to edit all letters are working part-time better. Their regula- would constitute only ernment as well as among of the newspaper. for brevity, clarity and while looking for full- tory excesses and fiscal a small deduction from ordinary Libyans. Letters to the editor on grammar. time work, this expanded imbalances have chased the federal government’s The rebels says they any subject are welcome “U-6” rate is about 18 investment capital into future indebtedness. And want to put Mr. Gadhafi percent – and higher still low-risk, low-return secu- those with the smarts to and his family on trial in in regions such as Rocky rities. These policies build multi-billion-dollar Libya. Meanwhile, the Mount-Wilson in the have shattered business businesses won’t be International Criminal Court What do you think? eastern part of the state, confidence. dumb enough to let the in the Hague has also issued Laurinburg in the south, Job creation is a side government steal all their warrants for his arrest on and Hickory-Morganton- effect of productive money, or even half of all war crimes charges. The Sampson Independent wants to get your vote Lenoir in the west. investment. Someone their money, in the first The international com- in our latest internet poll question. The poll question Our urban areas are has to be willing to risk place. munity could help by urging is located on the left-hand side of our home page at somewhat better off. The capital to start or expand I guess true believers Libya’s new leaders to pro- www.clintonnc.com. Triangle will likely post a business venture. That think the Keynesian clap- ceed deliberately if it turns a better-than-average investor or entrepreneur trap they spout is valid. I out Mr. Gadhafi is captured Current poll question: Do you think Alive After guess they think govern- alive. The aim should be to recovery. But contin- is motivated by the pros- give the Libyan people and 5 was a success? ued woes in real estate pect of profitable return, ment can spend invest- ment capital more wisely the world a full accounting of and the financial sector not a desire to employ his regime’s misdeeds, not will dampen Charlotte’s people for the sake of than investors can. Yes: 75 % They’re wrong – and a bloody spasm of revenge. No: 25% growth for years. And in reducing the unemploy- Ultimately, however, what Greensboro, Winston- ment rate. their errors will make happens to Mr. Gadhafi, his Salem, High Point, and If you demonize the North Carolina’s climb family and associates may be other Piedmont Triad investor and shackle the out of recession still out of our hands. communities, several entrepreneur, you make steeper. — Baltimore Sun/MCT Sports THE SAMPSON INDEPENDENT www.clintonnc.com Tuesday, September 6, 2011 — A5 Father, son bond through sport

By DOUG CLARK grader, who is also a running Assistant Editor back for the football team, said he plans to go into the Marines Sports have been known to after he graduates high school. bring fathers and sons together “I want to make a career out for hundreds of years, but it of it,” he said. “I have just al- is very rare that a father and ways wanted to do it, and learn- son could compete together in ing these techniques will help a tournament and each nab a me in the future. I also plan to silver and bronze award. But go to college for business.” that is just what happened with But for now, both Chandler Clement residents Chandler and his father plan on still com- and Steve Breedlove. peting at tournaments (the The fight, called the U.S. next one is in October). International Open Champion- “I know I am getting up there ships, took place in Mobile, (in age),” said Steve, “but I am Ala. on Aug. 27-28. still able to compete and, hope- For 14-year-old Chandler, fully, one day, I would like to a student at Midway Middle go into teaching it or teach Tai School, being part of the event Chi for older people. Because was an exciting one. I know what it does for you. I “It was really neat to be part know how you feel when you of,” he attested. “I battled an- do it for a while. It does help other 14-year-old in the finale you physically and mentally.” and we talked through the “I think it is great,” said whole thing. Once we got in Chandler. “It helps me relieve the ring, it was different. But a lot of stress and anger and to the respect was there.” be able to train and compete Steve’s challenger was 173 with my dad, makes it that pounds, and even though he PHOTO BY DOUG CLARK much more special to be part suffered a knee injury in the Chandler Breedlove, left, showcases a kick to his father’s head, demonstrating Hop Gar, a of.” event, he managed to nab a form of Kung Fu. For more information on bronze. pete together,” Heintzman pline from it and it has helped have been off of it for four Tibetan Hop Gar Kung Fu call “We had a great time,” the said from his new White Lion him a lot to control his anger months now.” 919-923-8205 or visitwhitelion- father noted. “His teacher was Kung Fu studios in Chapel … I feel a little more comfort- “A lot of physicians are look- kungfu.wordpress.com. really proud that we made the Hill. “To see them win second able with him being in a situ- ing into it,” Steve adds. “I To reach Doug Clark call trip to compete and so were and third place is that much ation and being able to take can tell you that it works, and 910-592-8137 ext. 123 or email we; it was a great learning and more rare. I have been train- care of himself.” Chandler is proof of that.” to sisports@heartlandpublica- bonding experience for both of ing them and you can see how “I just love it,” said Chan- The Midway Middle eighth- tions.com. us.” close they have become, and dler. “I like spending the time The two train with their it is really nice to see. They with him and I really do feel Sifu (Chris Heintzman), who not only train together, they that it has brought us closer.” teaches Tibetan Hop Gar Kung compete together and they “You know, we traveled 10 Fu, introduced to the area by are engaging each other in the hours on the road (to travel to Grandmaster David Chin. classroom. You can see that it Alabama),” Steve adds. “You Heintzman trains Chandler has brought them closer, not get to talk a lot and get to and Steve in Fayetteville and just on a respect level, but in share a lot of things that you says that Hop Gar is a mixture the deeper sense as well.” wouldn’t normally talk about. of strength, speed and dexter- Steve agrees. It is a nice feeling to be closer ity, as well as mind and body “It has allowed us to spend to him.” conditioning that is second a lot of quality time together,” In fact, working with Hop to none and seeing a father he said. “I enjoy spending it Gar and Tai Chi, has brought and son compete and train to- with him. I get to watch things Chandler to a level where he gether is rewarding. that other people don’t see. It could get off his medications. “It is very rare to have a is good for him in a lot of ways. “I took medicine for being PHOTO BY DOUG CLARK father and son train and com- He is learning a lot of disci- Bipolar,” Chandler said. “I Chandler Breedlove, left, and his father, Steve, say working in Hop Gar has brought them closer. Serena makes N.C. State turns quarters at focus to Wake U.S. Open Forest, ACC opener NEW YORK (AP) — Ser- rankings into the 60s. At ena Williams fought off times against Williams, RALEIGH (AP) — Next up during dating to the start of last season. the wind, along with brief flashes of the old Iva- North Carolina State’s manageable Of more concern to coach Tom flurries of effectiveness novic showed, especially September: A visit to the Atlantic O’Brien is that the Wolfpack will from her opponent, to ad- when she drew back to Coast Conference’s worst team play their first ACC game on the vance to the quarterfinals 3-3 in the first set after from 2010. road for the fifth straight year under of the U.S. Open on Mon- dropping the first three The Wolfpack face an early season him. O’Brien says he’d prefer to fin- day with a 6-3, 6-4 victory games in eight minutes. schedule that seems ideal for bring- ish the nonconference schedule be- over Ana Ivanovic. Taking the ball early, ing along new starter Mike Glen- fore starting league play. non. During the first month, they “But this is the way the sched- Williams closed out unafraid to step inside MCT PHOTO the match with four the baseline to return Serena Williams of the face two Championship Subdivision ule breaks, so we have to go do it,” straight serves that Iva- Williams’ second serves, United States returns the teams and two major-conference O’Brien said Monday. novic couldn’t get back Ivanovic was the aggres- ball to Victoria Azarenka programs that missed the postsea- After the trip to Wake Forest, — clocked at between 99 sor during that portion of Belarus during the son last year. N.C. State plays host to another U.S. Open tennis tour- It’s even possible they already FCS team, South Alabama, and vis- and 111 mph in a blustery and in parts of the sec- nament in Flushing Arthur Ashe Stadium that ond set when she tried, cleared their toughest pre-October its a Cincinnati team that finished Meadows, New York, on obstacle when they pulled away in 4-8 last year. Then comes October, had both players fighting unsuccessfully, to make Saturday, Sept. 3. She with their tosses and top- up the break she lost in advanced Monday to the the opener to beat a pesky Liberty which includes what’s by far the spin all day. the first game. quarterfinals. team that has won or shared the past toughest game on the schedule, a four Big South Conference titles. visit to No. 6 Florida State. Seeded only 28th after But she couldn’t over- ended when Pavlyuchen- Now N.C. State (1-0) crosses Yet the Wolfpack know they can’t missing big chunks of come eight double faults, kova hit a forehand win- the state this weekend for its ACC afford to look past Wake Forest yet. the last two years with including three while ner on match point to opener against Wake Forest (0-1), They haven’t won in Winston-Salem injuries to her foot, Wil- serving at 3-4 in the first break Schiavone’s serve which has lost 10 of its last 13 games in a decade. liams nonetheless im- set, and didn’t have an for the ninth time. The proved to 16-0 this year answer for Williams who players combined for 21 on hardcourt. She has was less aggressive (16 double-faults. yet to drop a set at the winners to 20 for Iva- “I’m going to say that U.S. Open and now finds novic), but more consis- I don’t want to go out Panthers bring back herself in her first Grand tent (14 unforced errors there and enjoy just Slam quarterfinal since to 29) and also had more being on center court last year at Wimbledon, bite on her serve (nine playing against Serena,” when she won her 13th aces). Pavlyuchenkova said. “I OL Hangartner major title. “My serve broke down would like to do well, try CHARLOTTE (AP) — The Car- right guard, and valuable reserve Shortly after that vic- a little more than hers,” to fight, and with my ef- olina Panthers brought back a Garry Williams. Schwartz’s season tory, Williams stepped Ivanovic said. “I still cre- fort, I’ll try to beat her.” familiar name Monday, signing ended with a hip injury in training on broken glass in a res- ated lots of opportunities In other early play, offensive linemen Geoff Hangart- camp, while Williams broke his taurant, which triggered and I felt I was stepping 20th-seeded Janko ner. ankle in Thursday night’s pre- a long stretch of injuries up a lot and I just felt Tipsarevic outlasted Hangartner spent four seasons season finale against Pittsburgh. and medical problems. that was the biggest dif- 2003 French champion with the Panthers from 2005-08, Both players were at practice “A couple months ago, ference today.” Juan Carlos Ferrero 7-5, starting 27 games and playing in Monday, along with the team’s I wasn’t expecting to be Next up for Williams 5-7, 7-5, 6-2 in a match 54 before signing as a free agent five new waiver wire pickups: de- here,” she said in her on- is No. 17 Anastasia Pav- that took 3 hours, 43 with Buffalo in 2009. fensive tackle Marcus Harrison, court interview after the lyuchenkova, who made minutes. Hangartner was cut Saturday by cornerback Josh Thomas, safety match. “I feel honored. it to her second Grand No. 1 Novak Djokovic the Bills. Stevie Brown, wide receiver Like I say every time, Slam quarterfinal with opened his match by win- He’ll have a chance to start at Seyi Ajirotutu and defensive end every match is a bonus. a 5-7, 6-3, 6-4 win over ning a 16-14 first-set tie- right guard along with five-year George Selvie. No matter what happens, former French Open breaker against No. 22 veteran Max Jean-Gilles, who was The team also signed five play- it’s so exciting for me.” champion Francesca Alexandr Dolgopolov. signed on Sunday. Jean-Gilles has ers to the practice squad: wide No. 16 Ivanovic, the Schiavone. Others playing later stated 25 games over the past receiver Darvin Adams, running 2008 French Open cham- The three-set match in- Monday were No. 8 three seasons with the Philadel- back Josh Vaughan, linebacker pion and a one-time world cluded 16 service breaks Mardy Fish, No. 3 Roger phia Eagles. Lawrence Wilson, tight end Greg No. 1, is on the rebound over 31 games and, ap- Federer and top-seeded Those moves help offset injuries Smith and defensive back Kendric after a slide down the propriately enough, Caroline Wozniacki. to Geoff Schwartz, the starting Burney. A6 THE SAMPSON INDEPENDENT Tuesday, September 6, 2011 Obama says GOP must back US first, create jobs DETROIT (AP) — President Richmond, Va., the day after Press.. Barack Obama said Monday his address to Congress as While Obama has said any that congressional Republicans the first of several trips he will short term spending proposal must put their country ahead make to encourage support for will be paid for over the long- of their party and vote to cre- his job creation plan. Part of term, aides say the speech ate new jobs as he used a bois- Richmond is represented by will not offer details on what terous Labor Day rally to aim a House Majority Leader Eric deficit reduction measures partisan barb at the GOP. Cantor, R-Va., one of the presi- would be used to offset imme- In a preview of the jobs dent’s fiercest critics. diate spending measures. The speech he will deliver on The president’s broader speech also is not expected Thursday to Congress, Obama goal is to make a sweeping to include a detailed plan for said there are numerous roads appeal for bipartisan action resolving the nation’s housing and bridges that need rebuild- on the economy, speaking crisis, a central cause behind ing in the U.S., and over 1 mil- not only to the members of the weak economy that White lion unemployed construction Congress who will assemble House aides and administra- workers who are available to before him, but to the larger tion officials have been strug- build them. American public. In that sense, gling to resolve. Citing massive federal bud- the speech will mark a pivot “A lot of what will be dis- point from a fall and summer cussed in greater detail in this get deficits, Republicans have AN MCT PHOTO expressed opposition to spend- U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a news con- spent dealing with long-term economic proposal that he will ing vast new sums on jobs ference, urging lawmakers to work towards job creation, a deficit reduction to a fall cam- be making on Thursday night programs. But Obama said that topic he will discuss this week during a joint meeting with paign devoted to boosting a will focus on many things that with widespread suffering, “the Congress. foot-dragging recovery. will have a more immediate, time for Washington games is steady at 9.1 percent. increase federal red ink and do Aides say Obama will mount positive effect on getting the over” and lawmakers must Congress returns from its little to create jobs. a campaign throughout the recovery to take hold, getting move quickly to create jobs. summer recess this week, with “You say you’re the party fall centered on the economy, stronger growth , spurring “But we’re not going wait the faltering economy and job of tax cuts,” Obama said of unveiling different elements job creation, spurring the pri- for them,” he said at an annu- market promising to be a domi- the GOP argument. “Well, of his agenda heading into vate sector to invest more,” al event sponsored by the nant theme of the session. The then prove you’ll fight just as 2012. If Republicans reject his Sperling said. Metropolitan Detroit AFL-CIO. economy is all but certain to hard for tax cuts for middle ideas, the president and his Asked specifically about “We’re going to see if we’ve also be the top issue of the class families as you do oil aides want to enlist the public housing, he said: You will also got some straight shooters in 2012 presidential and congres- companies and the most afflu- as an ally, essentially using see him throughout the fall Congress. We’re going to see sional elections. ent Americans. Show us what the megaphone of his presi- talking about other issues that if congressional Republicans Throughout the speech, you’ve got.” dency to pressure Congress are also at very much the heart will put country before party.” the union crowd kept chanting In the speech to Congress, and make the case for his re- of this economic agenda.” Obama’s remarks came “four more years.” Obama is expected to call for a election. Last week’s disappoint- as he has been under heavy Obama also said lawmak- mix of individual and business “People will see a president ing jobs report sparked new criticism from the GOP for ers should extend the tem- tax credits and public works who will be laying very signifi- fears of a second recession presiding over a persistently porary reduction in the pay- spending. He will also press cant proposals throughout the and injected fresh urgency into weak economy and high unem- roll tax that workers pay, a lawmakers for swift action on fall leading up this next State efforts by Obama to help get ployment. Last Friday’s dismal cut that will otherwise expire those proposals. of the Union,” Gene Sperling, millions of unemployed people jobs report showed a net job on Jan. 1. Many Republicans Underscoring the political director of Obama’s National back into the labor market — change of zero in August, and have opposed renewing the dueling on the economy under Economic Council, said in an and help improve his re-elec- the unemployment rate held payroll tax cut, saying it would way, Obama plans to visit interview with the Associated tion chances. Wildfire destroys 300 homes near Austin, Texas BASTROP, Texas (AP) — A wildfire burning south- billowing skyward. left overnight in the popular park were being allowed east of Austin, Texas, destroyed about 300 homes, Texas is enduring its worst drought since the in to retrieve them, she said. forced the evacuation of many others and was advanc- 1950s, and the wildfire threat has been exacerbated Texas has experienced more than its share of ing unchecked on Monday through parched ranchland by powerful wind gusts cast off by Tropical Storm destructive storms, including Hurricane Ike three along a 16-mile front, authorities said. Lee, hundreds of miles to the east. The blaze near years ago. But the state’s anxious farmers and ranch- The fire had blackened more than 17,500 acres Bastrop among at least 63 that had started Sunday ers would have welcomed the rain that Tropical Storm since it started on Sunday and was the largest of the or Monday. Lee dumped instead on Gulf Coast states further east. dozens burning in the drought-stricken state. It was Gov. Rick Perry cut short a visit to South Carolina Instead of water, Texas got winds, which combined headed away from the state capital, some 30 miles on Monday and cancelled a planned trip to California with an advancing cold front to heighten the wildfire to the northwest, and consuming the water-starved in order to return to Texas to oversee the firefighting threat. woods and brush with such ferocity that it was efforts, Ray Sullivan, a spokesman for the Republican’s All but three of the 254 counties in Texas were deemed unsafe to fight from the ground, Texas Forest presidential campaign, said in a statement. under outdoor burn bans. Service spokeswoman Jan Amen said. There had been no reported injuries linked to the A wildfire in the Austin suburb of Cedar Park “It’s a monster and it’s zero percent contained,” Bastrop County fire. But a fast-moving blaze in the destroyed two homes and damaged two others Amen said. East Texas town of Gladewater on Sunday killed a Sunday. Wildfires also prompted evacuations of Instead, the state deployed its firefighting air fleet, 20-year-old woman and her 18-month-old daughter, other neighborhoods in Cedar Park and some in including National Guard helicopters and four heavy trapping them in their burning home. That fire was some suburbs. tanker planes. It also summoned a tanker from South eventually extinguished. In Corsicana, about 50 miles south of Dallas, a Dakota. “Today is just as bad,” Amen said Monday. wildfire destroyed eight metal industrial shop build- Emergency shelters were set up for those forced Nearly half of Bastrop State Park, a 6,000-acre pre- ings. Mayor Chuck McClanahan said fire crews were to evacuate their homes. About 30 people spent the serve east of Bastrop, was gone, KVUE-TV in Austin fighting to keep the flames from reaching wooden night at a Bastrop church, waiting to learn if they had reported. structures. lost everything. “It’s huge,” a woman at the park office who Eight miles south of Corsicana, the roughly 200 Rick Blakely, 54, said he expected that his home declined to identify herself said Monday from the park residents of Navarro and those living in a rural area was among those destroyed, but that he was holding office. “It’s all over.” outside of town fled for safety because of three out hope nonetheless. From town, the view in several The park and several major highways in the area separate blazes that had burned some 2,000 acres, directions was obscured by thick columns of smoke were closed but a handful of people whose RV’s were Navarro County Judge H.M. Davenport said. It’s never too early to prepare for the next disaster

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Plaintiff seeks to extinguish gust 30, September 6, 13 and 20, in the above-captioned action. $25.99/month. Call today! 0338OtherServices(SERV) 3500REALESTATERENTALS any and all claim or interest that you 2011.c. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and 1-888-903-3749 0340Plumbing/Electrical(SERV) 3505Apartments/Townhouses(RENT) may have in the property. all claim or interest that you may 0342ProfessionalServices(SERV) 3510Commercial(RENT) You are required to make defense have in the property. Roofing to such pleading not later than Sep- You are required to make defense 0344Repairs(SERV) 3515Condominiums(RENT) STATE OF NORTH 0346Roofing(SERV) 3520HousesForRent(RENT) tember 26, 2011, said date being at to such pleading not later than Sep- SPECIALIZING 0348Security(SERV) 3525Land(Acreage)(RENT) least 40 days from the first date of CAROLINA tember 26, 2011, said date being at in Seamless Gutters, Gutter 0350Tax/Accounting(SERV) 3530Lease(RENT) publication of this notice, and upon COUNTY OF SAMPSON least 40 days from the first date of Covers, Flat Roofs. For expert 0352TravelEntertainment(SERV) 3535Storage(RENT) your failure to make defense to publication of this notice, and upon advice & a good price 0400FINANCIAL 3540WantToRent(RENT) such pleading the party seeking IN THE GENERAL COURT OF your failure to make defense to 910/592-6297 0405FinancialServices(FINANCE) 4000MANUFACTUREDHOUSING service against you will apply to the JUSTICE such pleading the party seeking Court for the relief sought. service against you will apply to the 0410Insurance(FINANCE) 4005Lots(MANFACTURED) DISTRICT COURT DIVISION Security This the 10th day of August, 2011. Court for the relief sought. 0415MoneyToLend(FINANCE) 4010Movers(MANFACTURED) FILE NO. 11 CVD 858 WARRICK AND BRADSHAW, P.A. This the 10th day of August, 2011. 0500EDUCATION 4015Rentals(MANFACTURED) FILM NO. ADT Attorneys for Sampson County, WARRICK AND BRADSHAW, P.A. 0505Business&TradeSchool(EDU) 4020Sales(MANFACTURED) SAMPSON COUNTY North Carolina Attorneys for Sampson County, Free Home Security 0510Instruction&Training(EDU) 4025Supplies(MANFACTURED) Plaintiff By: vs North Carolina System 0515Lessons(EDU) 4030WantToBuy(MANFACTURED) BENJAMIN R. WARRICK By: 0520Personal(EDU) 5000RESORTPROPERTY HARVEY LEE MATTHEWS, et als. $99 installation and purchase N.C. BAR NO.: 4585 Defendants 0600ANIMALS 5025ResortPropertyForSale 609 College Street BENJAMIN R. WARRICK of alarm monitoring services 0605AnimalSupplies(ANIMALS) 5050ResortPropertyForRent from ADT Security Services. 1- Post Office Box 1216 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF- N.C. BAR NO.: 4585 0610Horses(ANIMALS) 6000EMPLOYMENT Clinton, North Carolina 28329 PROCESS BY PUBLICATION 609 College Street 888-459-0976 0615Livestock(ANIMALS) 6002Accounting/Financial(HW) Telephone: (910) 590-2900 TO: MICHAEL L. JOHNSON, Post Office Box 1216 0620Pets(ANIMALS) 6004Administrative/Professional Facsimile: (910) 590-2555 Trustee. Clinton, North Carolina 28329 900 0625WantToBuy(ANIMALS) 6006Cashier/Clerk(HW) The Sampson Independent: Au- Telephone: (910) 590-2900 Merchandise 0700AGRICULTURE 6008Child/ElderlyCare(HW) gust 16, 23, 30 and September 6, TAKE NOTICE that a pleading Facsimile: (910) 590-2555 0701FarmEquipment(AGRi) 6010Clerical(HW) 2011.c. seeking relief against you has been The Sampson Independent: Au- Miscellaneous 0702FarmsforSale(AGRi) 6012Construction(HW) filed in the above-entitled action. gust 16, 23, 30 and September 6, 0710Garden&Produce(AGRi) 6014Drivers&Delivery(HW) STATE OF NORTH 2011.c. The nature of the relief being ******** 0715Hay/Feed/Seed/Grain(AGRi) 6016Education(HW) CAROLINA sought is as follows: foreclosure USED APPLIANCES 0720Hunting&Land(AGRi) 6018Electrical/Plumbing(HW) COUNTY OF SAMPSON sale to satisfy unpaid property 200 For SALE. Bent & Bruised & 0725WantToBuy(AGRi) 6020EmploymentAgencies(HW) taxes on a tract or parcel of land in Announcements 0900MERCHANDISE 6022Entertainment(HW) IN THE GENERAL COURT OF Sampson County, North Carolina, New! Also, New FURNITURE, 0905Antiques(MERCH) 6024FoodServices(HW) JUSTICE Parcel ID #s 17-0638360-01 and Good Prices! Hwy. 701. 0910Appliances(MERCH) 6026Government&FederalJobs(HW) 07-0640480-01, which is more Notices 910/590-2504 0915Auctions(MERCH) 6028HelpWanted-General(HW) DISTRICT COURT DIVISION completely described in the Com- MATTRESS SETS new. FILE NO. 11 CVD 708 plaint in the above-captioned ac- 0920BargainBasement(MERCH) 6030LawEnforcement(HW) Starting at twin set $108, full 0925Collectibles(MERCH) 6032Maintenance/Domestic(HW) FILM NO. tion. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish set $148, queen set $188, king 0930Computers(MERCH) 6034Management/Supervisory(HW) SAMPSON COUNTY any and all claim or interest that you 0935Equipment/Supplies(MERCH) 6036Mechanics(HW) Plaintiff may have in the property. set $298. Treat yourself to a 0940FleaMarkets(MERCH) 6038Medical(HW) vs You are required to make defense good night's sleep! Lowest 0945Fuel/Oil/Coal/Wood/Gas 6040Musical(HW) to such pleading not later than Sep- prices anywhere! 0950Furniture(MERCH) 6042PartTime/Temporaries(HW) tember 26, 2011, said date being at BUSINESS LINE/BLOCK AD Mattress Whse Hwy 421 0955Hobby/Hunt&Sport(MERCH) 6044Restaurants(HW) THE HEIRS, ADMINISTRATORS, least 40 days from the first date of Plainview (910)891-5515 CREDITORS and ASSIGNS OF publication of this notice, and upon 0960Kids'Corner(MERCH) 6046Sales(HW) You may publish your 1 column x 1" 0965Miscellaneous(MERCH) 6048Security(HW) DOROTHY LEE JOHNSON, a/k/a your failure to make defense to 0970WantToBuy(MERCH) 6050TechnicalTrades(HW) DOROTHY HOLT JOHNSON, et such pleading the party seeking line ad and logo (if desired) in a block CALL BRENDA als. Defendants 0975YardSale(MERCH) 6052Textiles/Factories(HW) service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought. ad under a classied header of the NOTICE OF SERVICE OF This the 10th day of August, 2011. related item for $55.95 per week. AT 592-8137 PROCESS BY PUBLICATION WARRICK AND BRADSHAW, P.A. This great price includes publishing 100 100 Attorneys for Sampson County, EXT. 115 Legals Legals TO: THE HEIRS, ADMINISTRA- North Carolina your line/block ad 5 days in The 4 TORS, CREDITORS and AS- By: Sampson Independent plus block NOTICE TO ESTATE OF SIGNSOFDOROTHYLEE BENJAMIN R. WARRICK FOR YOUR CREDITORS PAUL EDWARD DARDEN JOHNSON, a/k/a DOROTHY N.C. BAR NO.: 4585 ad placement fee. You may place your NOTICE OF CREDITORS HOLT JOHNSON. Having qualified on the 10th day of 609 College Street line/block ad under the specied CLASSIFIED TAKE NOTICE that a pleading August, 2011, as Administrator, FILE NO 11-E-340 Post Office Box 1216 $ seeking relief against you has been classication of your ad. 10.00 for CTA of the ESTATE OF ESTHER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF Clinton, North Carolina 28329 filed in the above-entitled action. LINE AD M. STRICKLAND, this is to notify all JUSTICESUPERIORCOURTDI- Telephone: (910) 590-2900 each additional inch. Please call The nature of the relief being persons, firms and corporations VISION BEFORE THE CLERK Facsimile: (910) 590-2555 sought is as follows: foreclosure 910-592-8137 ext. 114 for more having claims against the decedent The Sampson Independent: Au- HERE sale to satisfy unpaid property to exhibit the same to the under- NORTH CAROLINA gust 16, 23, 30 and September 6, information. taxes on a tract or parcel of land in signed Administrator, CTA for the SAMPSON COUNTY 2011.c. ESTATE OF ESTHER M. STRICK- LAND on or before the 16th day of All persons, firms and corporations November, 2011, or this notice will having claims against the Estate of be pleaded in bar of their recovery. PAUL EDWARD DARDEN, de- All persons, firms and corporations ceased of Sampson County, North indebted to the estate should make Carolina, are hereby notified to immediate payment. present them to SUSAN FAYE SIM- MONS DARDEN as Executrix of This the 11th day of August, 2011. the decedent's estate, on or before September 22, 2011 in care of the /s/ Benjamin R. Warrick, undersigned law firm at the given Administrator, CTA address, or this notice will be Estate of Esther M. Strickland pleaded in bar of their recovery. All SERVICE DIRECTORY PO Box 1216 persons firms and corporations in- Clinton, NC 28329 debted to the said estate will please The Law Offi ces of Telephone: (910) 590-2900 make immediate payment to the The Sampson Independent: Au- above named Executrix. 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WARRICK, ATTORNEY 910-592-8137 WARRICK AND BRADSHAW, PA Email to: [email protected] 609 COLLEGE STREET CLINTON, NC 28328 910-590-2900 U.S. Chamber spells out its own job agenda WASHINGTON (AP) — Putting a busi- corporate tax breaks and oil drilling, are workable, and not costing new money.” • Passing pending trade agreements ness imprint on the debate over jobs, the more certain to win Republican support. While Obama’s plan will include infra- with Colombia, South Korea and Panama, U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Monday Chamber President Thomas Donohue structure spending, including possibly modernizing export control measures issued an open letter to Congress and to released the seven-page letter as the billions for school construction, it also is and adopting changes in patent law to the White House calling for a series of first step in a campaign to draw atten- expected to propose renewing a payroll protect intellectual property. measures designed to increase employ- tion to the chamber’s proposals and tax cut, extending jobless benefits and • Increase oil and gas exploration to ment, including greater oil drilling, quick- influence Washington policymakers. The providing payroll tax credits to busi- levels in place before the Gulf oil spill er road and bridge construction and effort includes newspaper and Internet nesses that expand their hiring. prompted a moratorium on offshore drill- temporary corporate tax breaks. ads and outreach to chamber members Donohue identified six job creating ing permits, expand oil and gas explora- If enacted, the chamber estimates nationwide. initiatives: tion on federal lands and approve a $7 bil- the steps could encourage corporations The campaign will encourage busi- — Offering reduced tax rates to cor- lion, 1,700-mile oil pipeline from Canada to spend much of the nearly $2 trillion ness leaders across the country to con- porations on profits earned overseas, to the Gulf Coast. The pipeline proposal dollars that have accumulated on their tact members of Congress and the White a move that the chamber says would has prompted daily protests at the White balance sheets and generate more than House to prod them into passing job encourage multinational corporations to House which had resulted in high-profile 6 million jobs by 2013, and even more in creation legislation. Chances that the bring as much as $1.2 trillion to the U.S. arrests, including that of actress Daryl ensuing years. president and congressional Republicans economy, and by temporarily reducing Hannah. The chamber is looking to influence can reach any kind of deal appear to be the tax rate companies pay on the sale • Congressional approval of trans- job creation proposals just days after a a longshot amid a partisan environment of capital assets. White House officials portation, aviation and water resources bleak government employment report and testy relations. have debated the merits of lower rates programs that finance road, bridge and showed no net job growth in August “We’re having a bunch of problems for foreign profits, but some argue that airport construction. Those programs and four days before President Barack right now, but when we get done fooling similar efforts in the past have resulted in are mostly paid for with gasoline taxes or Obama delivers an economic speech to around and decide what we’re going to higher dividends to stock holders rather other user fees. Obama has repeatedly a joint session of Congress. Chamber do, we’re going to do it, and this is a good than direct job creation. Some congres- called on Congress to approve the mea- proposals on trade and infrastructure are start,” Donohue said in an interview. sional Democrats have proposed offering sures, reiterating his appeal as recently sure to overlap with some Obama admin- “We’re interested to listen to other ideas such a tax break only to companies that as Saturday in his weekly radio and istration initiatives. Others, such as the that meet the same criteria: Quick, fast, expand their payrolls. Internet address. A12 THE SAMPSON INDEPENDENT Tuesday, September 6, 2011 Lee’s torrential remnants turn deadly in Miss. JACKSON, Miss. (AP) park, said he helped pull ing,” said Tabitha Miller, — A plodding system two people to shore and a clerk at Ship and Shore. dumping a torrent of rain tried to save Anderson. “It’s not killing us though across the South turned Weeks said a strong since we’re the only gig in deadly in Mississippi storm had come through town.” when a man was swept the area and he and his Rain already had start- away by floodwaters after wife went out looking ed falling in Tennessee, trying to cross a swollen around when they saw a though no campers had creek, authorities said van crossing the creek. He been evacuated from Monday. happened to have a rope Great Smoky Mountain The death was the in the tool box of his truck. National Park, officials first reported so far that “It all happened so fast. said. was directly attributed to They were in there try- As of Monday after- the remnants of Tropical ing to get out and panick- noon, overflowing creeks Storm Lee. Forecasters ing. The power was out and rivers were already said the storm wasn’t so everything was dark,” causing problems ahead of finished yet as it slowly Weeks recalled in a phone warnings that things could moved east, threatening interview Monday. get worse as rain falls over to spin off more tornadoes “We threw them a higher elevations in the and cause flash floods and rope and tied it to a tree,” Appalachian Mountains. AN MCT PHOTO mudslides along the way. Weeks said. “We got two Vicki Green and Brent Huffman paddle their canoe down a flooded All the rain caused a At least 16,000 people of them to the bank and Fisherman’s Trail Sunday in Gulfport, Mississippi, September 4, 2011. The creek to swell near an were without power in were trying to help the former residents were visiting friends for the weekend. The floodwaters apartment complex in Louisiana and Mississippi driver. We had him on on Fisherman’s Trail are due to flooding on the nearby Biloxi River. Many Jackson, prompting offi- as of Monday afternoon. the rope and were trying area streets have been flooded due to heavy rains from Tropical Storm cials to move 45 fami- The man who died in to pull him in, but I don’t Lee. lies to a storm shelter. Mississippi, 57-year-old think he was able to hold In Louisiana’s Livingston John Howard Anderson on.” Anderson. its way across Alabama store on what should have Parish, about 200 families Jr., had been in a car with Art Gaines, a 69-year- In Texas, a body board- and into Tennessee and been a busy day. were evacuated because two other people trying old retiree who lives near er drowned after being Georgia. “It’s been kind of bor- of flooding. to cross a rain-swollen the park, said he and his pulled out to sea by heavy “Right now it’s a big creek that naturally flows wife heard their dogs bark- surf churned up by Lee, rainmaker, said Marc over the entrance to JP ing at the commotion. and the Coast Guard was McAllister, a meteorolo- Coleman State Park. “When we looked out searching for a boy swept gist with the National Anderson had been stay- the window we saw flash- away by rough surf off the Weather Service in ing on a house boat at the lights and then the next Alabama coast. Jackson. park’s marina. Tishomingo thing we know there was a Lee came ashore over Elsewhere, the heavy County Coroner Mack van going down the creek, the weekend in Louisiana, rain made for a dud of Wilemon said he was told which is a misnomer, dumping up to a foot a Labor Day holiday as Anderson was outside because once the water of rain in parts of New Gulf Coast beaches most- of the car and had been gets rolling through there Orleans and other areas. ly cleared of tourists. On thrown a rope to be res- it’s like a small river, not a Despite some street flood- Monday morning, the cued, but he couldn’t hold creek,” Gaines said. ing, officials said New main road on Alabama’s on. Gaines called 911 and Orleans’ 24-pump flood Dauphin Island was flood- Jonathan Weeks, a went outside to help. By control system was doing ed and covered with sand, 48-year-old salesman from then, two people had been its job. On Monday, heavy jellyfish and foam washed Plantersville who owns a pulled from the water and rain continued to fall in in by Lee. Customers trick- vacation home near the others were searching for Mississippi and make led in to the town’s largest Tornado touched down in N.Y. AMSTERDAM, N.Y. tornado hit around 5:20 houses. Huge trees,” a military police unit, were (AP) — A tornado that p.m. and traveled east DiMezza said. dispatched to help with caused property damage about 4 miles along the He said 30 to 40 homes traffic control, DiMezza near the state capital, Mohawk River, from the and businesses had dam- said. Albany, was spawned in town of Amsterdam into age. Most of the damage was ESTABLISHED 1948 WE BUY GOLD! a string of violent thun- Schenectady County’s “After the tropical in Montgomery County, 910-592-8772 derstorms a week after hilly West Glenville. storm, we were just getting already eligible for federal www.baggettsjewelry.com Tropical Storm Irene Estimates of wind speeds things cleaned up, and this disaster assistance after 1351-F Sunset Ave • Sampson Crossing/Walmart Shopping Center • Clinton NC brought destructive flood- weren’t immediately avail- happens,” said DiMezza, Irene. ing to the region. able, he said. But trees who declared a state of The tornado was about and power lines were emergency in the town. a half-mile wide and on knocked down, parts of He said 39 National the ground for more than some roofs and pieces of Grid utility crews were 10 minutes Sunday eve- siding were torn off and working to restore power, ning, said Steve DiRienzo, windows were blown out. particularly in the hard- a National Weather There were no reports of hit Cranesville neighbor- Service meteorologist serious injuries. hood. The utility reported who assessed the damage Amsterdam Town about 300 customers in Monday. Amateur video Supervisor Tom DiMezza the immediate area still posted online shows a dark said it could have been “a without electricity Monday funnel cloud crossing the lot worse.” afternoon. New York Thruway, where “There’s sections Extra state police and it knocked down trees. where trees fell between some members of the DiRienzo said the homes and missed both National Guard, including

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