Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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CLINTON MILLS Vol. 14. No. 1 Jan.-Feb.. 1965 Clinton. S. C. (gMKHPOS VOL. 14. NO. 1 Clothmaker Be Year Wi Thirteen years ago this month Clinton-Lydia employees received the first issue of the Clothmaker. As we begin another year in the life of our Company publication, we look back over the years and it scarcely seems possible that the Clothmaker was begun 13 years ago. The first issue was published on February 15, 1952. Supported by our Company, the Clothmaker has served as a dependable line of communi canon to, trom, and between employees, their families, and relatives serving in the Armed Forces. Thumbing back through the 155 old copies, we can see many changes since the "charter" issue. New employees have become members of the family. Others have retired, and all to many are now deceased. Babies have been born, and small children have grown up and married. Many have won awards, and in sports our teams have set new records. The Clolhmaker, through its loyal and faithful staff members, has worked hard to record these events for you. As we get underway with our 14th year of publication, a hearty "thanks" to all our employee reporters and others who help make the paper possible each month. Hmployees Make County Tax Returns Most employees availed themselves of the convenient opportunity to make their 1965 L.aurens uounty Tax Keturn when County Auditor, Miss Jennie V. Culbertson, visited the plants in January. Miss Culbertson's staff received the returns of first and second shift employees in the departmental Overseer's Office. DANGEROUS HATS H H *CLc PUBLISHED BY AMD FOT gins 14th th This Issue llrock<'iihroii<?h Speaks At Auburn George Brockenbrough, Director of Data Processing, spoke to the Alabama Textile Operating Executives recently at Auburn University. Utilization of Data Processing In The Textile Industry from gray goods through finishing was discussed at the three day seminar. Brockenbrough outlined the leading role of electronic computers in payroll accounting, inventory control, invoicing and other specialized applications. Present and projected applications of electronic data in forecasting fabric demands, sales trends, and profits were other topics of interest to the 40 attending executives. Bailey Scholarship OLD TIMERS CLUB ADDS NINE MEMBERS Nine employees completed 25 years of loyal continuous service with the Company in 1964. To be welcomed in the senior group are Kelly M. King, Giles Lawson, George W. Price, W. H. Gooch, Ruth Oxner, Marie C. Weir, Roy L. Sanders, Robert E. Whitmire and Dova M. Broome. Each new member has selected a gold watch which will be presented to them by President Vance at the Tenth Annual Old Timers Banquet. Banquet details will be completed upon arrival of the watches. POINT TO HOME l rm pr ? 'v !?& ll^^Ht y i i , li \ MM \ CLINTON AND LYDIA EMP1 (Company Sponsored Scout Troops Observe it c ?i | iMiy Jl'UUI > ? ITK Troops -90 and -138 observed Boy Scout Week February 7-13. Scout Sunday was observed Sunday, February 7. when all Scouts attended worship service at their respective churches in uniform. Monday, February 8, was uniform day, on which all scouts wore their uniforms to school and throughout the day. The "God and Country Award" will be stressed highly during 1965. This award is achieved by the Scout who works with his pastor a year. At troop meeting during Scout Week the day was designated as "rededication day" with the Scouts rededicating themselves to the Scout oath and laws. i Deadline Nears Employees with sons and daughters graduating from High School this June are reminded of the Mercer Silas Bailey Memorial College Srhnlarv:Vlir*?: ar>H I nunc otroil able to eligible students. Applications for the two annual $3,000 College Scholarships will be accepted until April 1. It is advisable however to make preparation for the application as soon as possible since the college entrance examination must be taken and grades received prior to the April 1st deadline. To be favorably considered for a Loan Scholarship the applicant must meet the same requirements as the $750 per year Scholarship recipients. Full information and appli cation blanks are available at the Personnel Office. SAFETY HAZARDS Clinton Woman's Club members presented their January meeting theme. Safety In The Home, in a unique fashion show. Using their creative abilities and imagination, the 1 q rl i o e facKionnrl nH v? v? i v o &uoii iv/ugu am atiivc hats from hazardous home products and conditions. Bleaches, razor blades, knives, frayed extension cords, scissors. matches, etc. were used in the creations. Each model described the dangerous product used in her hat and explained safe usage and storage methods. Company connected women are extended a cordial invitation to become a member of the Club. kfH LiOYEES, CLINTON. S. C. "Almighty God, rtei pruyer Uiat liiou United &tate& in. ?Geo* Iiuii S. C. Econo Textile Your Drivers License Expires June 30 employees are reminded that all South Carolina Drivers' License must be renewed in 1965 between February 1 and June 30. Current licenses expire June 30. If application is made prior to then, a new four-year license will be issued for the 50 cents renewal fee. Drivers who forget or neglect to renew will have to take drivers' license tests to get their 1965-69 licenses. (ornelson Featured In N. Y. Trade Paper George H. Cornelson, Clinton Mills vice-president, was fpatlirpH lact \t'Or?Lr in <-> r.nnni-1 ? .muw ?? v_v. ix ah ci apctidl Daily News Record article. Staff writer A. T. Pcderson chose the Clinton executive for his subject in "The Futures Market ... In Textiles, a special pictorial feature on outstanding young textile executives. The Club makes many significant contributions to the 1 1 wi 111u1111\ ctnu area mrougn its various programs. Models Pictured are: Mrs. D. O. Freeman, Mrs. Thelma Suttles, Mrs. Evelyn Freeman. Mrs. Gertrude Fowler. Mrs. Pauline Proffitt. Mrs. Tom Norris and Mrs. Lois Wehunt. BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE PAID Clinton, S. C. Permit N. 59 vsmm JAN.-FEB., 1965 luzlce ou,r eariioei 1. i.*/X- T - - - -r-r. _ n't 1.1/ jx&jjs Vl?& Thy holyyvvieciioiL" rye WaeJizjkjtoii, igitratiou Priiyei' April 30,1799 my Healthy y Is Backbone It is common knowldge that the textile industry is the economic backbone of South Carolina. When the wheels of industry turn in full production, everybody benefits. The economic experts tell us that the per capita income in South Carolina is advancing at a healthy rate. As a matter of fact, the percentage rise in our state is well above the national average. Average weekly wages in the textile industry have climbed to an all-time high Non-farm employment rose 11 per cent during the first seven months of 1964. During this same period total business activity increased by 21 per cent. Many factors have helped to cause this overall increase in our economy but we should point to the fact that the long-needed relief has been given the textile industry when the two - price cotton system was eliminated. The textile industry can now purchase raw cotton at the same price its foreign COmDetitors hnv it TV?*? 4 ??-* ,* * V. a I IV. IC A tile industry in South Carolina. as well as the rest of the nation, has faith in itself and its future. It is willing to take chances ? borrow money ? build new plants ? expand existing plants. The wheels are turning. Everybody benefits. The overall economy of South Carolina is indeed healthy.