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^ w '*y << tih OC o '& r Clinton Mills Clothmaker ^>7 // V U.S ^' By and For Associates of Clinton Mills C L - z ° iWi /A V U.S-^‘ 70 a *>7 June 1987 Credit Association Making Auto Loans "The Clinton Credit Association has begun making automobile loans for Clinton, S.C., members," says manager Harvey Dickert. "Our Board of Directors has approved a very flexible finance prog ram to assist our members in pur chasing new and used cars," ex plained Dickert. “We realize the auto manufacturers have various incen tive finance programs, but we intend to offer a total financing program which has been designed with our employees in mind.” “Initially, we will finance 85 per cent of the car’s manufacturer’s sug gested list price with 9 percent rates for 36 months; 10 percent for 42 months; and 10.75 percent for 48 months.” Loans up to 60 months will be considered. Used cars will be financed at 12 percent for up to 42 months, pro vided the car is three years old or less. Cars more than three years old will be financed up to 36 months at 15 percent. The amount eligible for financing will be up to 100 percent of the NADA loan value or 85 percent of appraised value. "Potential car buyers are encour aged to compare our rates and con sider them in line with rebates which are offered by manufacturers for alternative financing,” noted Dick ert. “We will be pleased to discuss our rates, credit disability and credit life insurance plan which are all attractive to car buyers,” he added. "The convenience of payroll deduc tions makes the loan repayments simple and easier for association members,” he added. Dickert noted that the Credit Asso ciation is fortunate to be able to add automobile loans to its loan program. “Our members’ response to both savings and loans have exceeded our expectations," stated Dickert. "As it grows, we will add additional savings and loan activities which will better suit the needs of our member partici pants.” General Assembly Recognizes Crocker The South Carolina General Assembly re cently adopted a Concurrent Resolution rec ognizing Clinton native Claude A. Crocker for his outstanding and dedicated service as a member of the Advisory Committee for Im provement of the Workers' Compensation laws. Crocker was also honored for his service to the committee at a special luncheon held May 5 in Columbia. Those attending include members of the General Assembly as well as other Advisory Committee members. The Clinton textile leader has served in various Workers’ Compensation advisory positions under former governors Russell, McNair, West, Edwards and Riley. During each of their terms, Crocker played an important role in recommending legisla tion which resulted in an improved Workers’ Compensation system for South Carolina. Crocker retired from the committee earlier this spring. He had served continuously on this committee since its inception. Laurens County Representative Jim John son was recently appointed to the advisory committee. Crafted With Pride Makes Quiz Show The “Crafted With Pride in U.S.A.” mes sage is infiltrating the subconscious of America! On a recently televised “Jeopardy,” the popular nighttime game show where contes tants are provided with the answers and asked to supply the questions, a contestant was to give the question to this answer; “Where Bob Hope says his clothes are made.” The correct question, of course, was “What is in the U.S.A.?” The contestant responded correctly. Just further evidence that the “Crafted With Pride” effort is working. Associate Assistance Program To Begin Numerous Clinton associates are finding the company’s Associate Assistance Prog ram very beneficial as confidential, profes sional counseling services are made avail able to them and their families. This prog ram puts those in need of assistance in direct contact with professionals experi enced in handling many present-day prob lems which affect the Iives of our associates. A highly trained counselor provides sup port for those wishing to take advantage of these services which are being provided by the company. If an employee or a family member has a personal problem, a schedule can be worked out to facilitate a counseling session or ses sions. Typical personal problems being addressed by the Associate Assistance Prog ram include depression, anxiety, loneliness and frustration. The Associate Assistance Program is also designed to assist individuals with the pro fessional counseling that one needs to im prove or resolve family problems. Marriage counseling is an important area where asso ciates can benefit by taking advantage of the services offered through the Associate Assistance Program. Clinton Mills isalsoanxious to assist those who are experiencing problems with alcohol use, or are affected by a family member’s alcohol use. Richard Cain, a counselor with the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Depart ment, has been assigned to Clinton Mills and is trained in helping those with alcohol use problems. Cain will assist in identifying the proper treatment for alcohol abuse. Many situations can be solved through a series of counseling sessions while more se rious problems require in-patient treatment. The Associate Assistance Program plays a significant role in developing ways for indi viduals to deal with drug use in a proper manner, also. Excessive use of prescription and non prescription drugs, as well as a chemical dependency relating to marijuana, cocaine or heroin, creates physical and emotional problems for the user, family members and friends. Drug use and misuse doesn’t go away. (Continued on page 4) Richard Cain f center, a counselor with Vocational Rehabilitation, who is assigned to Clinton Mills Associate Assistance Program, explains to (left) Mary Ann Stewart, R.N., and Nell Haggart, R.N. (right), the benefits gained from participating in an AAR. Standing, left to right, are Rick McWhorter, a Vocation al Rehabilitation Staff Psychologist; Charles Wilson, Vocational Rehabilitation Staff Area Supervisor; and Clinton Personnel Director James Buchanan.