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rjf • EDITION Shop Early! CHRISTMAS EDITION Shop Early! VOLUME XXIV CLINTON, S. G, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11,1924 NUMBER 50 —— CLINTON BUSINESS MEN HEAR ~ DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER Dr. D. W. Daniel of Clemson College, Addresses Commercial Club On “The Forces That Build A Coknmunity.” Other Matters *of Interest Considered. The December meeting of the Com mercial Club, held Tuesday evening in the club rooms, was* featured by a splendid address-"from Prof. D. W. Daniel, of Clemson College, who brought the business men of Clinton a message that will not soon be for gotten—a message filled with inspira tional thought and one that forcibly pointed out the responsibilities that each individual citizen, owes to the >4* Dr; Daniel was happily introduced by John Spratt, one of his former stu dents at Clemson. He expressed his pleasure in being present, speaking pleasantly of his visits to Clinton on former occasions, And after a “series” of clever after-dinner “stories,” an nounced as his subject, “The Forces That Build a Commynity.” The four essential factors to community de velopment he termed as Cheerfulness, Co-operation, Cash and Character, an!! the president, J. Harvey Witherspoon. The invocation was offered by Dr. L. Ross Lynn, and the dinner served by the local Eastern Star chapter was up to the high standard they always maintain. Following the reading of the min utes, the introduction of several guests, reports of committees were called for. The good roads committee reported tha»rww» Musgrove road and that an additional gang is soon to be placed there to push the work to as rapid as com pletion as possible, though several obstacles are now in the way. City Engineer Johnson was present as a guest and was called upon for a few remarks in which he gave his impressions of Clinton since coming here a few weeks ago. He said that the city is badly in need'of an exten sion pf its sewerage system, addi- in a most convincing manner he drove! tional water mains with six inch pipe the great truths home to his large j capacity, a storage reservoir, fire audience that listened attentively to, pumps, etc. He told of the progress every word he said. j made in other communities where he Discussing the first factor, Cheer- has been engaged as civil engineer fulness, Dr. Daniel said that this and urged the people of the city to spirit is needed badly in the world to- give their support to the projects day, that too many people go around looking to a proper development and with long faces crying hard times and enlargement of municipal needs at throwing a damper on those with; present. He expressed himself as whom they come in contact and upon • pleased with the club and its all projects that are advanced looking j spirit, and during the evenipg affilia te the community’s interest. Continu- j ted himself with the organization as ing, he said that the world is eager a member. for power, labor and beauty, that | , The chair appointed two commitees there is a chance on all sides for cheerfulness and loyalty. Too many men in every community sit back and reap the benefits # and never do any thing to promote the community’s in terests. Every man ought to say, “This is my town, I will do my part to make it better and bigger, with the emphasis on the former.” Discussing Co-operation, the speak er said no community can get any- Wbere without it, that men need to low up, a^d not down and catch a Thm* of the things that axe beauti ful, for life is only made worth while as we develop a love for those things that are beautiful and uplifting. Each citizen should work to make his town sanitary and clean, a healthy place in which to live. He said that ten years ago the United States government spent $81,000,000 for its rivers, $13,- 000,000 to protect its forests; $15,- 000,000 for prevention of disease in animals and plants; and that during the same period less than one-half million dollars had been spent for the protection and saving of the lives of the country’s babies and children. He made a strong plea for healthful con ditions in every community, an op portunity for the boys and girls to grow and develop properly under clean and wholesome environments. Turning to law enforcement, he said that the county has an abundance of laws on the statute books, but that the United States is the most lawless nation on earth today. He made a strong plea for the enforcement of all laws on the part of the individual. Discussing Cash, the third factor, Dr. Daniel stated that it takes money and derives the greatest joy out of ever wants a dollar to build a town or anything else that is worth while. The man who is will ing to invest his money for future generations, to help those who are to come after him, is the greatest man, th life. No man mark inscription on his tombstone, he said—we like to be rememebered for other things. Dr. Daniel cited Character as the forth essential in town building. Life is not worth the living without Char acter, the skyline of all men should be tall and sun-crowned, for the boys and girls of tomorrow are going to get their inspiration and build along the lines we build today. The thipgs that makes a city great and strong is not skyscrappers, btit men—men who will stand for right that cannot be over thrown by wrong—men Who are tied to truth and justice and brotherhood and will make no compromises—the spirit that makes a man willing to sacrifice in order to help his fellow- man. In closing he painted a beauti ful picture of the mothers of the men to look into the matter of Christmas celebrations at the Thornwell Orphan age and State Training School. For the orphanage Dr. D. J. Brimm, F. M. Boland, J. P. Carter, Dr. J. W. Davis and S. 6. Dillard were named. The State Training School committee is composed of E. G. Fuller, J. O. Bar nett, Gilbert Blakely, Geo. W. Cope land and L. B. Dillard. Mayor J. F. Jacobs called the ap proaching city election %to the club’s attention and pointed out the needs as se£ forth in the bond issue to be f v5^^br Decembef 3<r -He urged j a general registration and voting on (he part of the people, and asked the support of the community in the ap proaching election for municipal im provements. It was announced during the even ing that the Presbyterian College Var sity football team would be the guests of the club at the January meeting. Also, that the next meeting would be known as “Father and Son” night and that each father would be asked to bring a son or that of some friend. The membership committee for January was announced as follows: Kenneth Baker, A. J. Milling, Dr. M. G. Woodworth, H. T. Hearn and C. W. Stone. A committee was named to look into the matter of having the present law changed to make the office of county superintendent of education appoint ive by the State Board instead of elective as at present. The commit tee is composed of: W. W. Harris, R. W. Wade, B. H. Boyd, Jack H. Davis, and W. D. Copeland. THORNWELL WILL SHARE IN FUND Local Institution Will Benefit From James B. Duke Bequest of Forty Millions. Local interest is centered in the bequest announced by James B. Duke, multi-millionaire, for $40,000,000 for educational and charitable institutions in North and South Carolina since the Thornwell Orphanage of this city will share in the amount set aside for such institutions. The great contri bution of Mr. Duke includes “ten per cent for the benefit of white and col ored orphans in the two Carolinas.” No information has been received at the orphanage relative to the bequest, but it is expected that the endowment fund will be substantially increased through the gift. In a personal statement issued by Mr. Duke he says in this connection: “I have included orphans in an ef- STORES TELL OF CHRISTMAS Merchants Preparing For Holiday Trade. Attractive Windows Catch the Eye of Paanerby. Christmas will soon be here—one needs only to look at the holiday ap pearance of some of the store win dows of the city to realize this. Wherever you look, Christmas win dows greet the eye, Santa Claus is very much in evidence to attract the passerby, and the little folks are busy viewing the toys and wondering what Santa will leave in their stockings. In red and green colors of decorations, and the tinsel and lustre added by bright lights, instantly attract those who are dn the streets daily. With Christmas shopping just 14 days off—it is imperative that you do your shopping early. Your time is short in which to attend to the thous and and one preparations that must be made for the holiday season. Into these days must be packed not only the selection and purchase of gifts, but all the other things that thought^ ful Christmas entails. The Christ mas spirit is seen on every side. It makes itself manifest in the gay busi ness of gift buying. It is felt in the air. It is a compelling force causing everyone to think of others before self. The happy season will soon be here and if it is to truly be a “Merry Christmas,” in the good old fashioned phrase, there must be no lagging in the holiday march to the shops. The merchants of Clinton are hop ing for a splendid trade this Christ mas and are offering attractive goods and gifts in a wide range of varieties. The Santa Claus spirit pervades the stores—it invites you to do your Christmas shopping in Clinton. The early shopper will get the best the merchants have to offer, and those who procrastinate will have to take what is left. “What to Give and Where to Shop” can easily be decided from the adver tising columns of THE CHRONICLE this week and next. Through these columns you will find just the gift you need for father, mother, wife, brother, sister or friend, (is well aa for the little tots who are expecting a big Christmas, and they must not be disappointed. FIRE DESTROYS ELLIS GARAGE Handsome Automobile Home or West Main Street Completely Destroy* ed Last Thursday. The home of the Ellis Motor Com pany on West Main street was'com pletely destroyed last Thursday night by one of the most disastrous fires that has visited the city in a long while. The alarm was given shortly after eight o’clock and in a few mip- utes the large building was a mass of smoke and flames. The fire de partment responded and fought gal lantly to save the building but to no avail. By its heroic work the adjoi*.- ing residence of W. P. Montjoy was saved, though with some damage. The cause of the fire is unknown. Mr. Ellis and his employees had left- the building shortly after seven o' clock and no one was present at the time. It is believed that defective wiring somewhere was the cause. Several stored cars, together with those of the concern were all destroy ed, as well as the tools and equip ment of R. C. Tidwell, who occupied the building. Mr. Ellis has not announced his plans for the future. He carried some insurance though net enough to cover his loss. His friends in the city sympathize with him in his misfor tune. H. C. Layton Back With The Chronicle . „ . . , fort to help .those who are most un- tod.y who,e .ncMMTit prayer ha, | , ble t0 he , p a worthy always been that their boys will stand for clean government and upright liv ing. Continuing he spoke of the yet unborn babes and urged the men of today to stand for the things that are tlean physically. Stand steadfast as citizens for good character, religious training and opportunities, and pure physical lives. Dr. Daniel’s address was filled with optinftisra and inspira* tional thought—a strong appeal to each member of the club to shoulder his responsibility aa a citizen and to 4b his “hit” hi. the program of com- nipnity building. His address was immensely enjoyed and made an «x- < f caag^h»pTes»ion upon-hia hearers. cause, productive of truly beneficial results in which all good citizens should have an abiding interest. While ih my opinion nothing can take the place of a home and its influences, every effort should be made to safe guard and develop these wards of society.” MISSIONARY WILL SPEAK SUNDAY AT A. R. P. CHURCH The Rqv. A. J. Ramson, returned missionary to India, will preach at the local A. R. P. church next Sab bath at both morning and evening services. Mr. and Mrs. Harry C. Layton ar rived Monday from Milwaukee, Wis., to make their future home in Clinton, Mr. Layton accepting his former posi tion in the printing department of the Chronicle Publishing Company. For several years Mr. Layton lived here before going to Milwaukee. Last year he was married to Muss Clara Henry, a former Thornwell girl and a grad uate of the Georgia Baptist hospital of Atlanta. She and Mr. Layton have a number of friends here who will be pleased to knqw that they have again become residents of Clinton. Mr. J. K. Hatton spent Monday and Tuesday in Charlotte on business. Robinson to Lead Blue Stockings Popular Gridiron Star Named By Team-Mates To Head Next Year’s Team. At a meeting held during the past week of the football letter men of the Presbyterian College, T. M. Rob inson was elected captain of- the foot ball team for the year 1925. “Robie,” as he is well known on the college campus, is a member of the junior class, and as an athlete and student, he is very popular and takes an active part in all college activities. This is his second year on the var sity team, and fn his freshman year under Coach Lonilie McMillian, he was captain of the team and made a splendid record. His election to the j Masonic Directors Are Re-elected At a meeting of the stockholders of the Masonic Temple held last Friday evening, officers and directors were elected and other matters of business transacted. The directors and offi* cers named are: B. H. Boyd, presi dent; W. P. Jacobs, vice-president; Carlton F. Winn, secretary; W. H. Simpson, treasurer; and additional directors, R. E. Sadler, Geo. H. Ellis and E. B. Sloan. captaincy of next year’s Blue Stock ing eleven will give general satisfac tion on the campus and in the city, where he is well known and liked by a large number of admirers. \ Anderson People Again Generous Presbyterians Visit Thorrewell Or phanage On Thanksgiving Day With Contributions. As has been the custom for several years, the people of the First Pres byterian church of Anderson, secure the names and ages of all the clpl-. dren of the Thornwell Orphanage for Thanksgiving in order to remember them with gifts. On Thanksgiving day, just passed, they sent a big truck from Anderson loaded down with groceries and pack ages containing a lovely present for each individual child In the institu tion. They crowned the whole gener ous performance with a check for $380. . ' * It goes without saying thai this interest and generosity are greatly appreciated by the children and mao*, agement of the orphanage. Mrs. E. E. Caldwell, of Sarasota, Fla., arrived Saturday to spend some, time with her daughter, Mrs. Lea Rounds. v ' 4 v". <