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October 24,1996
AS WE SEE IT
Critics give mixed
reviews to new law
overhauling pensions
■Y HORACE B.0KET8
> pensions are Hke the *mid-
1—ue*. ty^^.dowed
Security and wrrinftylaveetmentt. Yet
the curreut private peseta ajratem bet
ita shortcoming*.
San Antonio Register
which has stagnated at juat under 50 per-
ota of worinn in the private workplace
for the past two decades. Today, most
retirees receive no pension income.
Pension coverage moat be expanded,
partktdariy among mnal employers and
workers currently excluded from an
employer’s plan.
Second, pnrtidpetioo rates must be im-
proved. There has been a dramatic shift
during the last 15 years from mostly
employer-paid plans to more employee-
paid plans, such as 401(k) plana Popular
with both workers and employers, 40100
plans generally require individual contri-
butions before there is any benefit Unfor-
tunately, those moat hi need of savings
are the least likely to contribute, especial-
ly younger workers. Unless these individ-
uals are encouraged to participate and
save, they will find themselves relying
on Social Security for the bulk of their
> which wm never the
latest of tiie pregram.
Third, financial education must bo
h 4MQQ phaa. ypiea^u1^
iag sa inadequate investments for their
More ueefkl objective in-
help must be provided to
Finally, funds for retirement must be
preserved. Most recipients have early
access to their retirement funds, through
both konpeom caab-outs and loss prori-
akns. Indeed, about dwf of four lump-
sum recipients do not rollover their
money to a now retirement account
Pension pinna that arc merely used as
ahort-tarm savings vehicles wifi be un-
able to provide longer-term retirement
Moiwm, jcocnu jiVBSiUD awi, «ziuuu
iag tiie Employee Retirement Income
SecuriQr Act (ERISA), must be protected.
Continued vigilance is necessary, as
evidenced by recent steps taken by
Congress that will actually weaken
ERISA.
If we desire true economic security,
we—and the next Congress—cannot
overtook private pensions any more than
a family can overtook its middle chQd.
For more information on pension
issues, sand a postcard requesting "Pen-
siont," to: AARP fulfillment EE01048,
601 E St N.W., Washington, D.C. 20049
or visit AARP WebPlace on the World
Wide Web, http://www.aarp.arg.
Horace M. Deets it the AAJtF Exectaiv* Director
Rcprinad from MKP Bulletin.
1996. Thu track my btiipripai by
of AARP.
S.A. student attends
National Youth
Leaders Conference
African American Culture Club, is a
member of Jack and Jill of America,
Inc. serving as recording secretary, a
member of the Junior Daughters at
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, and
she teaches a Saturday ballet class at
the Carver Cultural Center. Her
parents are Ms. Deborah Collins
Crawford and Mr. Aundre Crawford.
She is the granddaughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Martin L. Collins of San Anto-
nio and Mrs. J. D. (Doris) Crawford,
deceased and Mr. J.D. Crawford of
Huntsville, Texas.
Educator accused
of strip-searching
students dismissed
Candice Crawford
Candice Crawford, a junior at
Providence High School in San An-
tonio, recently returned from Wash-
ington, D.C. where she participated
in the National Youth Leaders Con-
ference. Candice was selected for
her leadership potential, civic in-
volvement and school performance
socially, civically and academically.
Candice has service as parliamen-
tarian for the Providence Student
Council and is currently Second Vice
President. Both positions were won
through election. Additionally,
Candice chaired the school talent
show committee, is active with the
NEW ORLEANS — An assistant
high school principal has been re-
lieved of her duties following accu-
sations that she strip-searched four
girls after a student reported miss-
ing $46.
The Orleans Parish school sys-
tem and police are investigating.
Authorities said administrator Mat-
tie Braden was accused by a parent
of ordering her daughter and three
other girls In the junior class to
undress after the money was report-
ed missing Oct II.
Boys in the same class reportedly
were petted down by a male faculty
member. School security personnel
also counted every student’s mon-
ey.
The missing money was never
found, principal Kathy Augustine
said.
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Anderson named Bishop of NC
2nd Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction
By SYLVIA HOOPER
Faith Temple Church Report*
On Tuesday, September
17, 1996, Elder Cornelius
Ellis Anderson, Pastor of.
Faith Temple Church of God
in Christ and Supt. of The
Wilmington District of Greater
North Carolina Jurisdiction
COG1C, was appointed by
Presiding Bishop Chandler D.
Owens of the Churches of
God in Christ, to replace the
late Bishop Joseph Howard
Sherman, as Bishop of the
North Carolina Second
Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction,
presently Headquartered out
of Charlotte, North Carolina.
Bishop C.E. Anderson has
an outstanding track record of
leadership that is respected
and recognized by U.S.
Gov., laymen and clergy,
having extended locally.
District and Statewide, as well
as Nationally.
This Gospel Preacher,
licensed since March 1955
and Ordained since October
1959, is also a retiree from the
U.S. Army, having served
our country from March 2.
1948-April I, 1968. He is the
recipient of many medals,
awards, ribbons, among
which he received The Purple
Heart during a 20-year career
of courage, leadership and
faithful service to our country.
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Bishop C.E. Anderson
Bishop Anderson, the
servant of God. is also to be
recognized for constant and
continuing career of courage,
leadership and faithfulness to
the Ministry of the Word of
God.
He is the Founding Pastor-
Lighthouse COG1C, San
Antonio, Texas; District Sup.,
1969; State Secretary, 1972;
Pastor, Faith Temple,
Wilmington, N.C., 1976;
Dean of State Institute
(Greater North Carolina);
District Supt. (Wilmington
District), 1978; First
Administrative Assistant to
Bishop Leroy J. Woolard,
1990.
He also held several
national offices since 1972
including where he presently
serves on the National Board
of Trustees.
Bishop Anderson has
impacted the business and
community arenas of North
Carolina, showing forth
courage, leadership and
faithfulness, true to form.
Locally, he served on the
United Way Board of
Directors for 6 years (1978);
President of the local NAACP
(6 years), 1978; Appointed by
Gov. Hunt to County Bd. of
Directors for Dept of Social
Services (1982); First
Runner-up for Most
Outstanding Public Servant
for the State of North
Carolina-Gov. James Martin
(1985); Steering Committee
for National Negro College
Fund (1987).
Bishop Anderson stated,
"My wife Barbara and I will
continue to reside in
Wilmington. I will continue to
Pastor Faith Temple COGIC
and whenever possible avail
myself to serve the
Wilmington/New Hanover
Co. area. "Yet, 1 look forward
to fulfilling the New Thing'
that God is doing in my life
and therefore 1 welcome every
opportunity to promote the
Kingdom of God where ever
it may lead me!"
Bishop Anderson is a former San
Antonian. The son of the late Super-
intendent W. D. and mother, Ada
Cross Anderson. He is a third gen-
eration product of the Church of God
In Christ. His siblings include.
Bishop LeRoy and Deacon James
M. Anderson of Buffalo, New Yoric,
Evangelist Alberta Anderson
Crockett and Evangelist Lois
Anderson Collins of San Antonio,
Texas and Mrs. Eugene Anderson
Skinner ofWichita Falls, Texas. Who
all stand tall to congratulate Bishop
C. E. Anderson for many godly jobs
well done.
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Lisa Diane Bagley
making her mark in
the music business
Lisa Diane Bagley is an aspiring
professional singer, who has been
singing since the age of four. She has
sung in choirs, concerts, musical
groups and numerous charitable
events. She also has done demo re-
cordings and written music.
She is currenUy working on her
first album, and was recently se-
lected to sing in Nashville, Tennes-
see at the Ryman Auditorium in
Starbound Talent Competition De-
cember 1, 1996. It is the largest tal-
ent search held every year in Nash-
ville. The winner will be awarded a
$10,000 recording contract and the
opportunity to sing in Europe. Also
strong performers will have the op-
portunity to sing in Washington at
the While House. Each contestant is
to have sponsors. Tickets for the
performance will be given to all the
sponsors. Any and all contributions
will be accepted and appreciated.
For information call (713) 379-2958.
VOTE
NOVEMBER
5th
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HALLOWEEN SAFETY
POINTERS FOR PARENTS
Halloween may be a fun holiday for kids, but for parents, trick-or-treat can be a little tricky Concerns
about children’s safely - whether they are out in the neighborhood or back home with bags of treats -
can darken the daymore quickly than a black cat, But not to worry! To make Halloween a treat for
s ;
your tuas dross up safoly: :
Jheck that the costumes are flame-retardant so the children aren’t in danger near burning
jack-o-lanterns and other fire hazards. jl
Keep costumes short to prevent trips, falls, and othdjr burner in the night
Try make-up instead Of a mask. Masks can be hot and uncomfortable and, more importantly,
they can obstruct a child’s vision - a dangerous thing when kids are crossing streets and going
up and down stef ‘ ^ ^ *
Make sure kids wear light colors or put rqflectiveifape on their costumes,
Trick-or-treaters always should be in groups so they arerVt a tempting target for real-life
goblins. Parents should accompany young children. 11
Make Trick-Or-Treating Trouble Free
Make sure older kids trick-or-treat with friend$|Jogether, mag out a safe route so parents
know where they’ll be. Tell them to stop only at familiar homes ^Where the outside lights are on
Try to get your kids to trick-or-treat while it’s stilftSght out. tf it's dark, make sure someone has
a flashlight and pick well-lighted streets
Ill * n
ses
cars.
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Kids need to know not to eat their treats until they get home. One way to keep trick-or-treaters
from digging in while they’re still out is to feed them a meal or snack beforehand
Check out all treats at home in a well-lighted place.
What to eat? Only unopened candies and other treats that are original wrappers. Don't forget
to inspect f^yjt and homemade goodies for anything suspicious. By all means, remind kids not
nee or they’ll be feeling pretty ghoulish for awhile.
less stuff for the rpost part But sometimes dressing up as a
Pr an alien from gUter space - coupled with the excitement of
j/ior. Even fake knives, swords, guns, and other costume
objects are part Of a Child’s costume, make sure they are made
s. Better yet, challenge kids to create costumes that don’t
eat
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