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Our 32nd Year • Issue No. 3 • January 22, 2015 704-484-1047 "The Area's Only WEEKLY SHOPPER" 814 S. DEKALB ST. • SHELBY, NC 704-482-6681 dqshelby.com dqshelby.com ©CommunityFirstMedia HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 10am - 10pm Sunday 11am - 10pm ©CommunityFi tM rstMedia edia *Does not include $5 Buck Lunch Fan Appreciation Day! Fan Appreciation Day! Saturday, January 24th Saturday, January 24th 2015 2015 704 484 104 Free Free - M. A. Andrews –Provided by Violet Arth From Cotton Bolls To Diamonds The Farm Boy Who Became A Jeweler He was the son of a farmer named Burgin, who had a 53 acre farm in Polkville. There were five children in the family, one girl and four boys. He was the second child born and was named after Dr. Fred Falls, the family doctor. Arnold Frederick is his name and he loved the farm where they raised cotton, corn and wheat. When he was five years old, he begged to go with his dad and be a helper on the farm. That five year olds' persistent request was an indication of the drive and gusto which personifies his personality. As a young man, while working on the farm, Arnold also took on a second job at Stamey's in Polkville. He was given the position as Clerk #2 and this taught him about retailing. He recalls that Stamey had a barter system going on at the time and was where, mostly, women would bring in dozens of eggs and trade them for snuff or groceries. Arnold also worked at Ora Mill Supermarket. When Arnold was 19 years old he was drafted into the U.S. Army. After boot camp, he was sent to Ft. Bragg for advanced training. He was then assigned to the 155mm self- propelled Howitzer division. It was 1959 and the Berlin crisis was going on when he was shipped to Germany. As a go getter, Private Arnold also volunteered to work at the Army Chapel. He assisted Captain Claude E. Moorefield in the chapel and accompanied him when picking up payroll and films. Arnold always kept busy and saved his money. In 1961 he was honorably discharged as a Corporal and returned to Shelby. It was then that he noticed an ad in the paper for a sales position at Hugh's Jewelry. Mr. Martin Rosenthal, the owner, hired him in just 20 minutes. Arnold liked the business very much and worked there for 12 years. Finally, in 1973, he bought Greene's Jewelry store located at 226 South Washington St. and changed the name to Arnold's Jewelry. He was on his way. From his store to the corner of E. Graham St., there was nothing but a parking lot. It had three owners. Around 1978 he was asked if he wanted to buy the taxi stand at the corner of E. Arey St. and he did. In 1982 he bought the Crowder Building (now Hi-Lites). By this time the owners of the parking lot also asked him if he would buy the parking lot. Again, he said yes. With a good business sense, Arnold now owned the Washington Street side of the block. In 1990 Arnold decided to build a new build- ing at the location and is where the present day Arnold's Jewelry stands. In spite of the economy, Arnold says: "every year has been a good year for us". He attributes his success to: "sim- ply taking good care of his customers in a low key friendly manner." His penchant for attention to detail and his empha- sis on service has branded Arnold's Jewelry as a meaningful and special place in Cleveland County. His wife, Freda, is a fashion coordinator for the store and she's also developed a new form or art, which she calls "cosmetic art". Arnold is very dependent on Freda and Myra Gettys, who he calls his right hand lady and he brags that Myra can "do anything required". Freda says she is his "left hand". Arnold cares very much about his employees and continues to have a meeting with his staff at 8:30 every morning. Arnold's Jewelry legacy, not bad for a farmer boy who liked to pick cotton! The Cleveland County Arts Council predicts a major cold front will move through on Saturday, January 24. The Big Chill, Casino Night returns to the Arts Center, 111 S. Washington St. from 7:00 – 11:00 pm, but no matter how cold it is out- side, it will be a hot time inside the Arts Center! Join them for an evening of fun, food, silent auction, and games while you take a chance on beating the odds to win great prizes. Attendees can enjoy Blackjack, Craps, and Roulette at Vegas style gaming tables. The "High Roller" Blackjack table where the stakes will be higher and the chances of winning even greater returns this year as well as the VIP package which includes an admission ticket, additional "casino money," drink tickets and a personal beverage server. Returning this year is the popular Texas Hold'em style poker with two tournaments scheduled. This is always a hit with the attend- ees as they play for a chance to win great prizes donated by local businesses. Players must sign-up in advance for the tournament and a $20 donation is required to participate in each tournament. The Big Chill 50-50 Split Raffle returns and tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25; you do not have to be present to win. New and unique items will be available to bid on in the silent auction such as: 1. Mario Andretti Racing Experience donated by Monroe Tire and Service 2. "Vacation Package" Week at Myrtle Beach 3. "Uptown Shelby Shopping Spree" 4. "For the Birds package" Maple Tree from Cline's Nursery, Yard Equipment by Bridges Hardware, bird feeder 5. Kids Party at the City Park Carrousel including cake and photography and much, much more. The Arts Council Board of Directors and vol- unteers will host this special fund raising event. Tickets are $45 in advance or $50 at the door and include $50 of "casino money"; VIP package is $100. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be available as well as a cash bar. All proceeds help to sup- port the programs and events of the Cleveland County Arts Council. For more information please call 704-484- 2787 or visit their website www.ccartscouncil. org. And remember, what happens at the Arts Center, stays at the Arts Center! Big Chill Headed Your Way ARNOLD FREDERICK The Big Chill, Casino Night returns to the Arts Center, 111 S. Washington St., Shelby on Saturday, January 24th, from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. Thousands of New-Old Stock & Rooms Full of Used Parts. Mr. Wilson specialized in 8 & 9N Fords. This is a unique opportunity for Old Tractor-Farm enthusiasts to Purchase Hard to Find & Unique Parts at Auction! Thousands of New-Old Stock from Radiators to Axle Bolts. Also, a Lg Qty of Salvaged Used Parts Rooms w/Sheet Metal Parts, Engines, & Transmissions. Also, Scrap Metal & Outside Parts & Old Equipment. Wednesday • January 28th • 10am 1403 S. Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28152 PUBLI C AU CTION COMPLETE LIQUIDATION OF WILSON TRACTOR. 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