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I \ Page Two THE CLINTON CHRONICLE. CLINTON, S C. Thursday, December 14, 1944 NEWS OF . . . MEN IN THE SERVICE !wrp S ustralia * l[h } he transportation Holman Speaks To 1st Lt. BAIL is stationed -as. as a CPL. JOHN HENRY CANNON, who ha^ been in the European thea- Hugh Holman, of the English de ter of operations the past 28 months, partment of Presbyterian college, was, Lions On Russia RATIONING BOARD BULLETIN (OPA) (Compiled to date for information ULEY WILLIAMS, who has arrived in the states for a well- guest speaker before the Lions club of The Chronicle’s readers).' at Randolph Field, Tex- earned furlough and is now visiting Friday evening at their meeting at PROCESSED FOODS: Blue A8 apply officer is also back- his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Can- Hotel Clinton. He discussed Russia, 'through B-2 (book 4) now valid at field coach for Randolph Field’s non, who live near here. i Stating that differences, both eco-'io points each. Good indefinitely. Brown Ramblers. The unbeaten, un- — t nomic and political, exist between MEATS AND FATS- Field’s non, who live near here. The unbeaten, un- i nomic and political, exist between MEATS AND fats- a« „ " Ramblers have reaped a total PVT . ROBtSf 1 BOBBY) ADAIR. Russia and the United States, which through S5 (book 4) „ ow ° d ° nt 76 points against 2 for t opposing o( Hermosa Beach, Calif., and this if recogmred. Mr. Holman said, would' p()int Mch GcK}d Wrrro team< city, has recently been inducted into assist the two peoples in understand- c TTr >A D . c ♦ on o. «« ^ Cf:r0 - the army and is now taking his basic ing each other. ,, SU n H £ g3r 31 * 32 . The following Clinton hoys were training at Camp Roberts. Calif.,' The RuMians in stating that they Jj?***™*** ,or P° unds ) , V.ntt the U S navy through where he is attached to the 77th Inf. have a democratic form of govern- cacn ‘ncienmtely. w dU p t rttinnLf station at Spartanburg Training Battalion. m(? nt, just think they have, and com- CANNING SUGAR: Stamp 40 good :ne uoeruu. - November: AN- , pared to what was the economic and for five pounds canning sugar until during u JR CHARLES PVT. HORACE HORTON, who re- political life of the people under the February 28, 1945 1, t ' i'iKNSON JR CHARLES cently finished basic ? training at czars, they have made some progress, SHOES: Airplane stamps No. Tim ROBERTS, and EDWARD Camp Welters, Texas, and trans- Mr - Holman said. But compared to 2, and 3 valid indefinitely. ferred to Camp Chaffee, Ark., is now what we in the United^ States know] FUEL OIL: Period 4 and 5 cou- T. C. Johnson Company —< Plumbing, Heating, Electrical Contracting Telephone 381 Electrical Appliances Repaired EUGENE VANCE. T SGT. CHARLES B. SHARP- TON, JR., who i.i with the 15th AAF Italy, is a member of m received word from their son. CPL. sa ‘d' Bomb group, and is now entitled xo LAWRENCE FERGUSON, stating* Mr - Holman briefly traced the his- wear the distinguished unit badge. lhat he has arrived in the A i eutian tory of the Russians, placing empha- Maj. Gen. Nathan F. Twming. com- Islands Cpl Ferguson was station- on th e minor role of the individual ed with a quartermaster corps at throughout the years, saying that Camp Lee, Va., prior to being sent to even today he counts but little, foreign service. At present he is sLa- » tioned with an engineering unit. at Fort George G. Meade, Md., for as- ' as a democracy, the Russians have signment. absolutely nothing to offer. Their’s is | a system where the state is absolute Mr. and Mrrs. R. E. Ferguson have in ever y field of th eir existence, he pons from last year and Period 1 coupons for this season now valid, j GASOLINE: A-13 coupons good through December 21. Twining, com- Islands the 15th AAF of a Distin- Xathan F manding general of pinned the streamers guished Unit on the 460th Bombard ment Group for its -outstanding per- lormuhce ■ of duty in armed conflict with the enemy." Bazaar At Armory A Big Success READING THE BIBLE PVT. B. B. BALLARD, who ar- — ' rived in the States around -the first Friends of JOE C McMILLAN. of November after 16 months of JR., will be interested to learn of overseas service, has returned to a his recent promotion from first lieu- p 0r t 0 f embarkation and will return him. tenant to the rank of captain. Capt. to his post with the military police MeMillian .s commanding officer of i n Italy, after an extended furlough his paratrui'p company which is part with Mrs. Ballard and his family in of the liil.-t Airborne Division now Elloree. in Holland. He was with the para-, The bazaar sponsored by the Flor ida school Street Parent-Teacher as sociation Friday night at the armory was a big success, it is stated. The association wishes to express | sincere appreciation to its members, TODAY—LUKE 15 Then drew near unto him all the friends, and merchants of Clinton for, publicans and sinners for to Jjear their help in making the bazaar os _! sible. And the Pharisees and scribes mur-| Proceeds from , the Sale netted mured, saying, This man receiveth $278.71, which will be used to pur-! sinners, and eateth with them. ! chase equipment for the Florida And he spake this parable unto Street school lunch room, them -saying. The bazaar furnished a night of entertainment for young and old. Santa’s Choice A Gracious Gift troopei> that landed in Fiance on Mr. and Mrs. Homer R. Jones have D-Dav and also landed with the 1 heard from their son. HOMER R. i Whatman of you, having an hun- „ troop" in Holland Capt. McMillan JONES, JR., electrician’s mate second dred sheep, if he lose one of them, N* e m am as were busy sell- ha.- been overseas 16 months and class, stating that he is with the doth not leave the ninety and nine I”* at , b< ^>ths the children were prior to that tune was stationed at fleet in. the Philippines. He also en- in the wilderness, and go after that _ lurned Ioo - se and a good time was Fort Benning. and Camp Mackall, closed some Philippine and Japanese which is lost, until he find it? N C. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. currency in his letter. And when he hath found it, he Jodie C. McMillan of this city. layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. had by all. CARD OF THANKS Friends of phart tf \Tr-naviirr I ' . . _ j We wish to thank our friends for! , , r-wvr U- FI RFRT k / k Mr HAMEL,| And w hen he cometh home, he the kindness shown at the recent! Erieml- of CAPT. \ . ELBERT u ho has been taking a radio tech- calleth together his f r i e n d s a n d death of our brother Posey W. Cooe- JONES Wib oe intere.- e o> muans course at Truax Field, Wis., nei g hbors> sa y in g unto them. Rejoice land. Also for the lovely floral of- of his recent promotion to that rank has been given a medical discharge T hov-o y I from first lieutenant. Capt. ' Jones from the air corps and returned to which was lost charge w ith me; for I have found my sheep ferings. has been in the service three years, his position as manager of Joe’s Esso. He is with the famous 81st “Wild- He had been in service eight months. j cat" Division that invaded the Palau I say unto you, that likewise joy; shall be in heaven over one sinner i MRS. JOE R. ADAIR. MRS. MINNIE C. ADAIR. group of islands several months ago. T. He now on Peleliu Island, which is tannery I 0 U0S6 a member of that group. Capt P 0 r The Holidays Jones is a son of Mrs. Nancy Jones of this city. that repenteth, more than over ninety, .jand nine just persons, which need no repentance. I Either what woman having ten 1 pieces of silver, if she lose one piece, _ The Clinton cannery will close for doth not light a candle, and sweep ^ JTT! 7 , . th< Christmas holidays on Friday, the house, and seek dilifently till aV PFC. I. O. RAY, who left recently December 15j and will open a g ain! she find it? ' tor yverseas duty has armed in the T ues( jay, January 2, it was stated . And when she hath found it, she Hawaiian I-land.- according to mes- yesterday. j calleth. her friends and her neigh- sagt- rect:ved by his famiW. ^ 77— hours together, saying, Rejoice with fctJAvwDM o- f C ii! c S>ervic ® M ® n - me; for I have found the piece which CAPT, CARROLL B. BRANNON 25 for 10c. Send your son, brother j bad j ost aiui LT J 1) OWENS recently had ,r relatives several packages if you Like wise, I say unto you, there is tai plea,mv of running into each want more mail. They are a “quick , joy in the nt of the a ls of igvni :n Nev. Guinea. Lt. Owens note home^ No postage required tor God over one sinncr that repenteth. that t me had been stationed mailing. Chronicle Pubhshmg Co. i THE CLINTON CHRONICLE The Newspaper Everybody Reads When you’re tired of fighting the crowds of last- minute shoppers and all the merchandise that remains seems slightly shop-worn, come to CLINTON FLOWER SHOP. We have a FRESH, sparkling selection of lovelv CUT FLOWERS and choice POTTED PLANTS. FLOW’ERS make a perfect gift — and distinguish you as a thoughtful giver. We wrap, charge, and deliver to any part of this country or Canada. Clinton Flower Shop Phone 33 Nelle W. Wingard GIFTS — CARDS— NOVELTIES i.nt. CASINO THEATRE FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. December 15 and 16 FRIDAY—Ephesians 6. SATURDAY—John 17. SUNDAY—Isaiah 53. MONDAY—I Cor. 15. TUESDAY—John 10. WEDNESDAY—Psalm 51. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. December 15 and 16 Swina In the Saddle j _ Melody Trail 3 Sone. music and action wi -ong. fun and romance Song, music and action with GENE \UTRY, SMILEY BURNETTE and *ir -hythm-roaring West. ANN RUTHERFORD. W ‘n JANE FRAZEE. THE HOOS-| li t hot SHOTS BIG BOY WIL LIAMS. SLIM SUMMERVILLE and Ki a; HOLE TRIO ' } Feature Begins: Ft day 2:51. 4 51. 7:51. 9:51. R.-dt-rday• 2'33, 4:15, 5:57. 7:39. 9:21.1 COMEDY and NEWS. 9c and 35e MONDAY AND TUESDAY, December 18 and 19 I 1 Feature Begins: Friday: 2:00, 4:25, 6:50, 9:15. Saturday: 1:30, 3:55, 6:20, 8:45. One Mysterious Night , Excitement, suspense, thrills and action, with comedy for the whole family. Featuring CHESTER MOR-, R1S as BOSTON BLACK IE. and JAMS CARTER, RICHARD LANE. WILLIAM WRIGHT. Feature Begins: Friday: 3:00. 5:26. 7:50, 10:15. Saturday: 2:30, 4:55, 6:20, 9:45. Tiger Woman, Chap. 11 10 A. 9c and 30c M. Show SATURDAY. 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