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Elec. Co-op Officials
Visit Ruritans
A working illustration of a custom that has contributed greatly to the strength of this nation was evident at the Amissville Ruritan dinner meeting, and the subsequent community gathering last Wednesday. Cooperation was the theme of the evening. It was the totally American teamwork by three different groups which stood out so plainly - a reminder of everything from the historic barn raising to the many cooperative enterprises of today.
Karl Marx as a founder of socialism, stated his life’s two main objectives were first, to wipe out belief in God, and second to eliminate free enterprise. However, there was little suggestion of either antidemocratic aim in this gathering that began with grace and prayer by B. Settle and ended in a harmonious discussion by members regarding their Northern Piedmont Electric Cooperative. Adding further to the character of this meeting were the ladies of the Baptist Church who served the homemade lemon pie and cream of turkey to club members before the arrival of their guests.
The Northern Piedmont Electric has been holding a number of regional meetings and it was last Wednesday that the Ruritans agreed to host both the officials and the local members of the organization.
Pres. Nelson Burner concluded a shortened business session and called upon T. C. Barron who introduced Johnson Coleman, Office Manager of the cooperative. Mr. Coleman with the assistance of William Cartel then showed the entire audience a film and slides which were educational regarding the work and advantages of an electric cooperative.
The Northern Piedmont has 7000 member accounts receiving electrical current over 1600 miles of line.
During the short business portion of the Ruritan meeting Chairman Charlie Priest reported a successful turnout for the ham and turkey supper but pointed out the ever increasing cost of those supplies which are not contributed.
A reporj on the Horse Show to be held on May 23 advised that lists of classes are available and are being distributed by stores and sponsors taking space in the official program.
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