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CLINTON LYDIA MILLS Vol. 13. No. 12 Dec.. 1964 Clinton. S. C. VOL. 13. NO. 12 PU ?5-/^ VI* History has no greater 1 than the humble pilgrimag Nazareth to a manger in Be Here mas written The In all mankind through ages ol so long as human hearts are to be the Way, The Truth ( So another Christmas I reverent observance, as o harmony to enjoy this wan As we again commemor my sincere hope that it will ing for you and the mem be To each of you, I e.vpre: and goodwill, sincerely wis New Year will mean much The Natiinty observanc of Sharing, of Reflection, turning our thoughts to Hi hem, let us remember and May the holidays bring and may the coming year b piness and all the good thin Merry Christmas. Community Home: ft _ - X? isecorauon The C o m p a n y-sponsored Christmas Home Decoration Contest held from December 17 to December 24 each year is again being well received in the communities. First, second and third place winners in each community will be awarded beautifully wrapped Christmas fruit cakes. As in the past years, all homes in the communities are eligible. Entries will be confined to doorwavs. windows and lawn or porch. Judging will be done at night by hCLo BLISHED BY AND FOR THI From the Desk of the President ahr Dmmnrtal Btar\\ record of spiritual inspiration e of Mary and Joseph from tthlehem long ago imortal Story,destined tolead Faith and Hope and Peace? tn Him Wlm ind The Life. )rings a renewed privilege of ur families gather in close n and wonderful season, ate the Christmas Story, it is ' grow in splendor and meanrs of your family. ?s my thanks for your loyalty hing that Christmas and the to you personally. e is a time of Thanksgiving, and of Hope's Renewal. So m Who teas born in Bethlecherish His message, glad tidings to you and yours, )e filled with health and hapgs in life. s Christmas Contest Underway qualified persons who arc not residents of either community. Decorations will be judged on originality, ingenuity and appropriateness. Everyone looks forward to the enjoyment of seeing the homes decorated at Christmas. Our communities are noted for their "Christmasv" atmosphere and are the subject of much complimentary discussion by others of the area who ride by to see the many beautiful decorations. jksir '1 1I1U : EMPLOYEES OF CLINTO* Water Fluoridation Soon Clinton and Lvdia Community residents will soon join all City of Clinton residents in the benefits to be derived from the addition of flouride in the water. The tasteless, colorless, ordorless additive has been highly recommended bv the American Dental Association, the American Medical Association, the South Pornlino C t o 4 r* T3 *-v v^ui v/uiia kj i a i c uuai u wi Health and all local doctors and dentists as a preventative in tooth decay among younger children. Many studies reveal a reduction of tooth decay in lower age groups of 607c 65';. Flouridation of a water does not change its hardness or affect its use for any purpose. A "Fringe" on Christmas GIFTS VACATION PAY Christmas, traditionally a season of contentment and joy, is made happier for all employees this year. Each employee will receive a gift of his choice from a selection of 31 beautiful and practical items. Employees who have continuous service records of 5 or more years also received $170,000 in Christmas Vacation Pay. This special benefit, plus regular pay, came just at the time when expenses are probably heavier than usual. The Company is pleased to be in a position to wish you a Merry Christmas in this tangible way. Company to Sponsor Christmas Programs The Company will sponsor recorded Christmas Music Programs for the listening pleasure of employees and their families during the Christmas Holidays. Radio Station WLBG ?Laurens will carry the Clinton High School Chorus in a Christmas Music Concert. Sundav afternoon, December 20, from 2 until 3. Christmas morning, Fred Waring and his Pennsvlvanians will be sponsored over Station WPCC in a 15 minute program beginning at 8:15. At 3 p.m. Robert Rhcins "Organ and Chimes" music will be present eel on a quarter hour program. Jack Bishop will serve as M.C. on the WPCC Clinton program. I-LYDIA MILLS, CLINTON. S. Companies merge New Name - CLIN Merger of Clinton Mills separate textile Corporations, v the stockholders of the Corporal dent Robert M. Vance announcf The plan of merger as submitted by the Boards of Directors will become effective December 31, 1964. Clinton Mills, Incorporated, will be the new name of the firm. IVf- \7 - 1 11 - Avi i. vaiice in a nuiieiin board notice to employees said, "The merger brings additional strength and advantages from both the former Plant Trees Aglow Large cedar Christmas trees burn brightly on the Mills' lawns. The beautifully lighted trees, conveying Best Wishes For A Merry Christmas to all employees and their families were cut locally by Mr. Glenn Downs and his men. Machine Shop personnel at the mills lighted the trees despite bitterly cold weather. Unfortunately the Clothmaker's camera cannot capture the beauty of the multi colored lights for our many out-of-town readers. We wish you could drive by to see the trees as many area residents are doing. /fl* !r/i\ 4 M 1 / /W " heartiest coot! wis With a genuine appreciate during the past year, we the c seers and supervisors of Clii best wishes for an Old Fashi New Year of Happiness and family. BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE PAID Clinton, S. C. Permit N. 59 C. DECEMBER. 1964 i OSTON MILLS, Inc. and Lydia Cottons Mills, vas unanimously approved by Lions in recent meetings, Presi?d earlier this month. separate Companies. Co-ordination of properties, production facilities, and financial resources into one Company will furthpr <;trpncTthpn nnr competitive position and build a broader base for further growth and expansion. Each Plant will maintain its own identity and continue to operate as it is presently doing." In an earlier letter to stockholders he outlined the principal advantages of combining the Companies. In part it read, "Greater economies and diversification are available to the large enterprise in today's business world. Con4. : ~ ~ a?i 1_ i -j iinuiiig leutirioiogicai advances and the increasing tempo of business activity throughout the entire economy have highlighted the desirability to achieve greater strength and stability in the industry." Both Companies were founded by the late M. S. Bailev; Clinton in 1896, Lvdia in 1902. m T o you and yours, lies of the Season! an of our pleasant associations tfficers, plant managers, overriton - lydia Mills extend our oned Merry Christmas and a Prosperity to you and your