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0 . Page T*n THE CLINTON CHRONICLE Thursday, Jana 7, 1956 QlUntnn QHyrdnitlr Established 1900 July 4. 1889 — W1UUAM WILSON HARRIS — June 13, 1955 Y PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY THE CHRONICLE PUBLISHING COMPANY Subscription Rate (Payable in Advance! , 0tve Year 93 00, Six -^Months $2.00 Entered as Second Class Mail Matter at the Post Office at Clinton, S. C. March 3, 1879 under Act of Congress The Chronicle seeks the cooperation of its subscribers and readers—the publisher will at all times appreciate wise suggestions and kindly advice. The Chronicle will publish letters of general interest when they are not of a defamatory nature Anonymous communications will not be noticed This paper is not responsible for the views or opinions of its correspondents. t Members South Carolina Press Association, National Editorial Association National Advertising Representauve: AMERICAN PRESS ASSOCIATION New York, Chicago, Detroit. Philadelphia Gets Appointment To Military Academy CLINTON, S. C„ THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 1956 Easy Answer One of the country’s principal gas and j electric utilities has issued a financial state-^ merit for the 12-months ,ended March 31 of this year. Certain of the facts are of wide interest, in that they illustrate realities of modern economic life. After all its bills were paid, this company 1 ad a net income of something over $58 mil lion. By comparison, its taxes exceeded $120 million. In other words, government—fed eral. state and local—got more than twice as much money as the company had left to pay interest and dividends to the owners, and for various other purposes. This proportion is typical of the business- .managed power industry as a whole. On the average, more than 23 cents out of each dol lar of revenue taken in by the utilities goes for taxes. Taxes are commonly the largest single item in the operating budget. The in dustry is thus one of our largest and most dependable taxpayers. And that brings up another highly impor tant matter. The socialists and the followers of the socialist line want government to take over the power business. The government systems either pay nothing in taxes or small sums, comparatively speaking, in lieu of taxes. They also get many other subsidies and favors, at the expense of the general tax payers. So, if a socialized government power mo nopoly were established, who would make up these losses? The answer’s easy. You would — you and everybody else! ——— Farm Study Shows Industry Taking Up Slack The number of farms in South Carolina is rapidly declining. This is the conclusion reached in a study on ‘‘Cash Receipts From Farm Marketings by County in South Carolina: 1954” by Robert W. Paterson, economics professor at the Uni versity of South Carolina. ‘‘In 1949 there were 139,364 farms in the state,” Dr. Paterson reports.” In - 1954 there were only 124,203. These figures represent a sharp drop of 15,161 in the number of farms in South Carolina. Most, of the farms that have disappeared are those of small size,” Dr. Paterson says. ('ash receipts per farm in South Carolina in 1954 amounted to $2,583. However, there was a great variation among counties in the state in the amount of cash receipts per farm. In Berkeley county cash receipts per farm amounted to $1,307 while in Beaufort coun ty the average value of cash receipts amount- ed to $5,139. SDr. Paterson says that these variations iir- dicate wide disi>arities in farm family living conditions. Farms in 22 counties, located largely in the northwest section of the state, averaged less than $2,500 from the sale of. farm products in 1954. The average of cash receipts per farm in 21 counties, located mostly in the central and eastern portion of the state, tvas between $2,500 and $4,000: Only in Allendale, Beaufort and Marlboro counties were cash receipts per farm higher than $4,000. ' Cotton lint was the largest single source ot cash’receipts in 1954. Tobacco was second, sales of hogs and pigs was third and dairy products fourth in terms of income produc tion. * ^ * ■! i The rapid rise of industry in South Caro lina is making it possible for many operators and tenants of low productivity farms to leave them. As they leave the farm picture is tending to improve. Not only is industry pro viding jobs which enable some farmers to leave the farm entirely but the growth of in dustry ip rural areas is providing part time work for some members of farm families and full time employment for others. In this way rather low farm income is supplemented by nonfarm earnings. Industry is providing a solution to the age old agricultural problem of South Carolina, Dr. Paterson believes. In the near future there will be an agricultural system which will adjust to price and production levels. * fs 14? Eugene Adair Howell, son of Colonel and Mrs. Thomas A. Howell, has received an ap pointment to the United States Military Academy, West Point, N. Y. Gene received his ap pointment through Representa tive Robert T. Ashmore as a second alternate of the 4th S. C. Congressional district. He will enter West Point to begin his military career on July 3. He is the grandson of Mrs. H- D. Rantin of this city. His father is now stationed at the Penta gon. Six Clinton Boys Attend Boys State Six outstanding boys from Clin ton high school have been selected to attend Palmetto Boys State June 10th to the 17th at the Area Trade School. Columbia Air Port. Beuys State is sponsored by the Department Americanism commit tee of the American Legion de partment of South Carolina. Wal ter A. Johnson of this city is di rector. Mr. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. R. Pope Chapman will accompany the boys to Columbia on Su^ay. Those attending and their spon- cors are: James Eason of Thorn- well, Kiwanis club; Ronald Pass- more of Joanna, Joanna Founda tion; Hub Adair, Clinton Exhange club; George Blalock, Jr., Clin ton Lions club; Bobbie Ginn, Clin ton Cotton Mills; Raymond Kuy kendall, Lydia Cotton Mills. The program * of Boys State is arranged so each boy has a defi- riite position in the miniature government and has opportunity to get a general view of the en tire structure of city, county and state government. The primary purpose is to teach the youth of South Carolina how free and dem ocratic government operates so that they may become better citi zens. Ample time is also provided for sports and recreation. Parents, sponsors and interested Friends of Frank Plaxco who State at any time during the pe riod of encampment. However, visitors are requested to report to headquarters first. No boy will be permitted to leave the camp with out written permission from the director. Greenville County Presbyterians Pledge $70,598 To College Greenville county, campaign ing for Presbyterian college’s Diamond Jubile^ Development program, has raised $70,598.80 “Norwalk, Conn., Hour: ‘‘After ^ decline in small business health over several years, it is generally prosperous today, the Small Bus iness Administration semi-annual report de clares ... As more money is spent for civilian goods, small business is getting its share. Its health is essential to the growth of our econ omy.” Palatka, Fla., Daily News: “Few parents would give their teen-aged youngster a stick of dynamite and tell him to go and have fun with it. Nor would they present him with a loaded pistol and urge him to take it to a party and ‘have fun.’ But they do not hesi tate to provide him with a lethal weapon far more dangerous—the family car.” Traffic Accidents Take 11 Lives During Week Traffic on South Carolina high ways took the lives of 11 persons and injured 158 others in 444 ac cidents during the week of May 20 through May 26, according to the state highway department. The 1956 toll is now 250, eight more than the total for the same period last year. HUGGINS REUNION On June 10 the annual Huggins reunion will be held at the club house in Swannanoa, N. C., with Mr. and Mrs. Bill McMurray as hosts. Relatives and friends of the Loftis family here are invited to attend and take a picnic lunch. IT YOU DO NT READ THE CHRONICLE YOU DON'T GET THE NEWS MIDWAY DRIVE-IN THEATRE Clinton — Joanna Now Open 7 Days A Week JUNE 7 Rayne, La., Acadian-Tribune: . . we be lieve high farm land prices reflect confidence on the part of most Americans in the future of agriculture. There is widespread and jus tifiable confidence in the future of agricul ture as one of the most rapidly developing in dustries and as the most essential of all in dustries.” Laurens County Rural Carriers Have Annual Meet Donald T. Rooney, Former Resident, Dies In Hartsville The Laurens County Rural Let- Donald T. Rooney, 50, died ter '-earners association held its Friday night at his home in Harts- regular annual meeting May 30 at! ville Pope Chatunar. s cottage on Lake Rooney was born in Wilkes- Greenwood. A large crowd enjoy Barre( Pa t ' and moved to Harts- ed the evening and a delightful i ville from Clinton where he was picnic suppef. Three newly ap- general manager of Acclaim Hos- pointecUcamers—Charles E. Stod-: iery MUh dard, Owmgs; George W. Hill, Jr., | Surviving are his widow who, Laurens, and Carl Medlock, Laur- oefore marriage, was Mildred ens—joined the association. | Wainer, of Hartsville; one son, Tommy Martin, state president, william T. Rooney, a student at awarded Joe W. Leake, Clinton the University of South Carolina; his mother, Mrs. Charles Norris, retired carrier, with a fifty year pin, given by the National Rural Letter Carriers association. Arch C. Owings and Glen Abercrombie were- not present to receive simi lar pihs. Brooks Goodman, of Mountville, was re-elected president; Charles E. Stoddard, of Owings, vice pres-r idem, and Lowry M. Wilson, of this city" secretary-treasurer. Delegates to the state, conven tion to be held in Aiken June 21- 23 are as follows: George' Hill, Jr., James W. Goodman and L. M. Wilson Alternates are C. H. Hel- lams, Laurens; Niles C. Clarke,' Waterloo, and Charles E. Stod dard. President Brooks Goodman rec ognized the following carriers: Tommy Martin, of Gray Court,! state president; Murray Sadler, Donalds, vice president; Claude Powell, of Lyman, presi dent of the Fourth Congressional of Bristol, Pa. The body was sent to Philadel phia where funeral services and interment took place Monday. Mr. Rooney for several years was connected with the C. W. An derson hosiery interests here, be- .ing with the Dapper Hosiery Mill. He was a member of the Clinton Lions club and had many friends here. P. C. Graduate Finishes Law School Friends of Frank Plaxieo who was graduated from Presbyterian college on Monday will be inter ested to know he was also grad uated ctim laude from the the law school at the University jpf South Carolina the past week. Mr. Plaxco left Presbyterian college in February 1955 to attend law school where he has been an outstanding student. A native of South Port, N. C. Jie is married to the former Miss Ramona Salley, of St. Matthews. While here he resided in the home of Mrs. N. Reece Young. Mr. and Mrs. Plaxco are mov ing to Greenville where he will be associated in practice with a law — - ...... l/ , _ firm. District Rural Carriers, and Mr. j school. Miss Jane Ray Be Sophomore Advisor Miss Jane Ray, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. Clayte Ray, has been selected as a sophomore advis or to freshmen at Roddy Hall, Winthrop college, for the year 1956-57. Miss Ray is spending a few weeks with her parents before returning on June 12 for summer THURSDAY ' First Run CROSS CHANNEL WAYNE MORRIS Shorts ^ “Knight and a Blonde” “Calling All Animals” , “Lying Lion” FRI. & SAT. JUNE 8-9 Double Feature TOP GUN STERLING HAYDEN In Color WHITE ORCHID WILLIAM LUNDIGAN —Short— . “Hot and Cold Penguin” SUN.-MON. JUNE 10-11 First Run—Superscope Color GLORY Margaret O’Brign, Walter Brennan, Charlotte Greenwood —Short— • “Saved By the Bell’* TUES.-WED. JUNE 12-13 Ffrst Run KISS ME DEADLY Ralph Meeker, Albert Dekker —Short—— “Paint Pot Symphony” and Mrs. Homer Taylor, of Honea Path Bennie B. Blakely, county supervisor, and all the postmasters who were present received recog- nitnon individually. IT YOU DONT READ the chronicle tov DONT GET THE NEWfe 74 In a letter from the dean of women at Wnthrop informing her of her selection after careful con sideration of the faculty, house class and resident councils, Miss Ray was complimented on her academic record, campus activi ties and other outstanding quali fications which led to her ap pointment. WHY YOU SHOULD VOTE FOR J. HERMAN POWER J. Herman Power is a sincere, outstanding, capable leader in his community. He advocates fair, impartial treatment to all. He has had valuable experience in county affairs which will prove helpful. He is an officer in his church and a local, trustworthy leader in civic clubs in his county. The wide awake community center at Barksdale-Narnie is a good example of the outstand- in gwork he is capable of carrying out. We, his friends, neighbors and customers feel that he is interested in the welfare of our county and state. He is ever alert to the needs for the betterment of the people in every way. He has been an extra good school trustee and he has our present day school situation much at heart. We feel that he is the type man we need in Columbia to represent Laurens County. (Paid For By Friends of J. Hennon Power la Borksdsle-Nsraie CeaMnnahy) SAFEST PIACE FOR ALL YOUR VALUABLES... ... Is In o soft deposit box. Costs so little, moons so much in peoce of mind. For Small Cost You can have the finest protection for your valuables in a Safe Deposit Box in a fire safe, tamper-proof vault at The Bank of Clinton. AUTOMOBILE PAPERS BILLS OF SALE BIRTH CERTIFICATES BONDS CONTRACTS DEEDS INCOME TAX RECORDS INSURANCE POLICIES JEWELRY LEASES MORTGAGES NOTES SECURITIES WILLS Bank of Clinton Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation 2% Interest Paid On Savinyn Accounts Semi-Annually thus far* Chairman H. Grice Hunt of Greenville, announced today. He said 351 subserpitions have been received for an average of $201 per gift. Hunt praised the work of his county organization and pointed out that the campaign is con tinuing although there will be no more formal report meetings. He said all indications favor the securing of a number of addition al subscriptions before the drive is concluded in Greenville coun ty. The Rev v J. Phillips Noble, pas tor of the Second Presbyterian church, of Greenville, aerved as * county co-chairman with Hunt. The campaign in this region is part of an over-all program to raise $750,000 for Presbyterian college in its two controlling Sy nods of South Carolina during 1956. .v COTTON CORD SUITS $16.50 L. B. DILLARD AT AUCflON Wednesday, June 13th, 10 A. M. GEQRGE’S RANCH DRIVE-IN Property Of Mrs. Ruth Crapps Located in Laurens, S. C., on the Irby Road just off Highway 221 North. This’ is Laurens most modern Drive-In Restaurant, fully equipped with seating capacity for 100. Since opening Mrs. Chapps and her husband has done nothing but serve good food, build good will and a good business. The successful purchaser will reap the profits of the past 4 years hard work. The nvain building con sists of a snack bar with 10 stools and 4 booths, large kitchen, Jarge private dining room, 4 small dining rooms, apartment with one bedroom, living room, large private bath and one upstairs bedroom. The property consists of approximately 42 acres sub-divided into home sites and baby farms. . RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT: Refrigerator, gas rang.e 2 deep fat fryers, coffee maker, steam table, commercial deep freeze, National cash register and many other items too numerous to mention. FURNITURE: All furniture in the apartment will be sold separately consisting of beautiful mahogany bedroom suite, living room suite, single bed, secretary and other items. Make your plans to attend this auction now and buy this good investment property that will enhance in value each year. TERMS. FREE FREE FREE Beautiful New Electric Sewing Machine to some lucky person attending the sale. _ J. L TODD AUCTION CO. Car Sale Every Saturday 1 P. M. Rain or Shine 302 West 3rd Street, Rome, Ga. Phone 4-1656 or 4-1657 “List Your Property With Us—We SeU the World” LICENSED — BONDED -1 INSURED The family "chauffeurs" are going for Ford in a big way for some mighty big reasons e lady loves a Ford Sit* loves th* performance that makes Ford the world’s largest-selling V-8! 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