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Di.mMii'HT tin uunnrr.T-MM—mimfri •«- -f- THB CLINTON CHRONICLE Clinton, S. C, Thursday, July 8, IMS Five Ciinton Boys Compete in Tennis Five Clinton boys are In Belton thit week competing In the ninth nfinn«i Palmetto Open Junior Tennis Tournament. They are: Chris Adair, Jr., Ben Hay Hammet, Jr., Lewis Hammet, Andy Young and Larry Addis. The tournament got underway on Monday with action In four brackets—12-under, 14-under, 18- under and 19-under. Play in both singles and doubles, boys and girls divisions, will continue through the championship round on Saturday. In Monday’s opening competi tion, Martin Brown of Belton de feated Addis, 6-0, 6-1; Adair de feated Jim m y Duckett of Charleston, 6-2, 6-3; Young de feated Steve McCalla of Green ville, 6-0, 6-1, then lost to Evans Jones of Marion, 6-2, 7-5; B. Hammet won on default over Robert Lee of Milledgeville, Ga., then lost to third-seeded Scott Belser of Columbia, 6-2, 7-5; L. Hammet defeated Jim Horney of Florence, 6-1, 6-0. The Tuesday results: Adair defeated Graham Rich of Colum bia. 6-1, 6-1, and third-seeded Frank Spratlin of Atlanta, 6-3, 6-1; L. Hammet lost to -fourth- seeded David Holly of Charles ton, 6-2, 6-4.. The doubles plays was schedul ed to start Wednesday with all five of the Clinton boys paired to compete in this division. Mountvilie News MRS. MAUDE BRYSON ' Correspondent Mrs. B. P Watts and daugh ter, Julia, spent Saturday night and Sunday in Moncks Corner with their daughter and son-in- law, Mr. and Mrs. Orvin. Mrs. Floyd Bousey of Wyan dotte, Mich., and Mrs.' Prank Oakley and children of Spartan burg spent last week-end with Mrs. Olin Stewart and family. Burrill Young, who has been stationed in Germany, is borne for a short vacation. Mrs. Effie W. Fuller is home for several weeks. She was ac companied by her daughter, Mrs. Jack Dupree and sons Danny and David. Col. and Mrs.V. J. Kosebutzki of Washington, D. C., Mrs. Olga Laramore, St. Petersburg, Fla., and Mrs. E. H. Chittenden of Florida spent several, days with Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Simmons during the holidays. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Bousley and family are here from Ft. Sill, Okla., for several weeks. Mr. Bousley has orders to report for duty in Viet Nam. Mrs. B. H. Johnston and daughter, Sandra, of Aiken, Mrs. Edwards and daughters, Benna and Dora Edwards were visiting here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ban nister visited in the mountains of North Carolina during the holi days. Mr. and Mrs. Marie Pitts and sons spent Sunday with Mrs. Pitts’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Miller. Mrs. John B. Ay cock of Cush ing, Okla., who is visiting her mother, Mrs. Rhett Bryson, at tended the Aycock reunion in Chester Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Cook and daughter, Betsy, of Winston-Sa lem, N. C., Mr. and Mrs. John Goodman and family spent the last week-end with their father, S. B. Goodman. Roy R. Miller, who suffered a heart attack last week, is at Bailey Memorial Hospital, Clin ton. Former Resident Loses Husbond Funeral services will be held this afternoon (Thursday) at the Pendleton Presbyterian Church for Walter H. Aull, 70, who died Tuesday evening in Anderson Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Burial will be In the church cemetery- Mr. Aull, a native of Newber ry, lived in Pendleton most of his life. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ethel Davidson Aull, and a sister, Miss Louise Aull, of Pendleton. Comihents On Men and Hungs By SPECTATOR ' teach all men to sing. Who knews? • * • Under the present laws and programs we are almost like , prisoners, as may be seen in the What do you think of Econo- activity of some national offlc- mists* Many years ago it was i*l*- By the wax. how or where called PoUtcial Economy. If w* doe* the National Government observe the various opinions of authority over restaurants the day we are bound to think doing a local business? It seems that PoUticaf Economy is the ■ bit strange in this bright day correct designation because ^ cite the Constitution; someone there seems an endless poliUcal may ask “what or which Con- aspect, significance or some- stitution ’? times weird imagining that pass- The Constitution seems so Jn- es for profound learning, if not applicable to our problems of to- wisdom. ' day, but with all the wisdom One group insists that we floating around in Washington spend according to our income; we ne *d not coll on Jefferson, but another group advocates Madison, Calhoun or other wor- spending regardless of income- tbies of the long ago, for we have Perhaps a bit of common supernal statesmanship at hand sense might be helpful. How among leaders whose fathers does a man or nation spend him- Mill thrive on the ideas of Eu- self or itself rich? Of course rope ‘there is that withboldeth more than is meet, which tendeth to poverty.” Our Mendel Rivers has been citing the Constitution as to the whereas not to make the invest ment might freeze his business into nothing. (WHO'S WHO IN LAURENS COUNTY This page dealing with outstanding bora. No one wrote of himself in this sec- citizens of the Laurens County area is an tion. The material was gathered by attempt to set in print the positions these Gregg, Son and Associates as they found citizens occupy in the eyes of their neigh- conditions. George W. Blackwell Every progressive and succes sful business person in the Clin-. ton area «mitributes in some manner to the growth and pro gress of this section. One man willing to do his part in com munity and business activities is Mr. George W. Blackwell of Blackwell’s Grocery, RFD 3, Clinton. His store is stocked to offer his customers a complete line of groceries and sundry items and his hospitable attitude guarantees customers welcome to his business. The prominent part this busi ness plays in the home life mir rors the progressiveness and ability of a man such as he. Fu- thermore, he has at all times been steadfast in his devotion to CLINTON is a wonderful place to live, work and play, *** Clinton area and on many oc- are the sentiments reflected in the smiling faces of Mr. u* succeoSu! pn^tio^orme^ and Mrs. John Mabry shown on their newly paved parking ritorious civic projects, lot at the Beacon Drive-In, Whitmire Highway, Clinton. This area is fortunate to have When they complete the expansion program planned for ^ ch . a p 61-500 «* ® eor ** w - The Beacon, it will be the most modern Drive-In Restaur- sponsibmty and service 1 and Ire feel he amply merits this brief tribute. In the restaurant business the hers of the First Presbyterian “behind the scene” work and Church. Po^ly no profession has ad- manaopmont nroHn.a th* Residents, tpurists and people vanced more rapidly in the past management produce the efflei- from surrounding communities decade than that of the radio and ency and ease of operation that are lavish in their praise of ^ TV technician and in today’s is apparent to the customer and fin e foods and congenial atmos- Mghly competitive business world is so important to his enjoyment, phere at The Beacon, and this keeps up with the We therefore wish to say a few couple with a wealth of expert- '•‘est trends in their profession ■ • . _ . ence in thif Hue have industri- deserves a word of praise. One words of praise for John and ously worked to make jYte Bea . member of this rapidly advanc- Margaret Mabry, who came to con what it ig today. Although ing profession who has kept pace this area about six years ago the major portion of their work tbe times is G. L. Locklear, and purchased The Beacon is performed ‘‘behind the Locklear’s Radio, T. V. and Re- Drive-In Restaurant. John and scenes”, the effect is quite evi- cord Service, 307 Ferguson, Cl in- Margaret were looking for a dent. ton. town that was progressive, both in civic affairs this couple can M r - Locklear has gained pro- in civic and business affairs and always be counted on to give minence in this section as an ex- yet still retained a friendly freely of their time to all worth- P® 1 * 1° the radio and TV field, atmosphere, so that they could while projects for the better- He has gained prominence by raise their family and be assur- ment of their chosen city. John the manna* in which he has ac- ed of an all-round wholesome u a Mason, York Rite Mason, cepted his responsibilities in aid- life. Presbyterian College offer- Shriner and Exchange Club big community activities. It is ed the perfect answer to their member. Margaret is a Past P^P 1 ® Uke this citizen who bo sons, Charles’ and Johnny’s edu- Matron of the Eastern Star. We cotn ® active in dvie affairs and cation. Clinton met all their re- wish to say cowgrato who do their share with a smile, quirements and was selected such a fine couple and wish for Hie Clinton area’s growth Is unanimously by the Mabry them and their bRjintss many < * u ® to people who maintain bet- We know that a man or nation ?L? M,gre8 1 ? Although H er-ln-chief of the Army, Navy, Sctore to Manv^ d !nrf!LriS Marlne Cor P 8 * and Air Service nrinJi. S in! ^ must ** interpreted along prepares prosper! y y - the functions prescribed for vesting heavily in machinery, .. urHaronc nn» *tx »k> « the Congress. Clearly the com mand of the armed forces con fers on the President an author- , ^ ity analogous to the Colonel’s As a rule there is such a thing command of a regiment: he is as prosperous debt; but the the titular head, such as we reekless spending for frills and might conceive a British King or foibles tends to failure. A debt a Field Marshal in command of that yields a profit over the debt an embattled legion. It does not is quite different from the un- pre-suppose or confer the powers measured spending that is en- conferred on the Congress. For tirely consumed without profit, example, the Congress may de Economics as applied to many clare war, but in recent years programs of Government is the the President has assumed the sinking of money in a bottomless powers of Congress: he may- pit. Some day we may have a and does—send armies and na- few million a available for men vies whenever and wherever he with crooked noses; or for worn- wishes: the Constitution must en of high pitched voices. Per be a dead letter for Presidents haps we may have a fund to trample all over it. “There’s a plant in the world for every sickness; all you have to do is f.nd it. This, philosophy, common in American folklore, is not as far-fetched aa we may think. The German writer and scien tist, Goethe, held the opinion that the most despised weed was as valuable as the moat exotic flower. Modern science has been, proving him right every day. Purple foxglove, growing in your garden, is a helpful stimu lant for dropsy patients. Seeds from ordinary castor bean trees are the source of castor oil. Old wives tales and pagan customs regarding treatments have prov en to be scientifically correct in the 20th century. The old fisherman’s tale about cod liver oil being good for health has been substantiated by modern vitamin research. Three thousand years ago, Chinese physicians used mold from food in treating boils, carbuncles and Infected wounds. Many old cultures believed that snakes had a magic healing power and they Integrated the reptiles into their religious cere monies. Today, snake venom se rums are used with great success in treating many ailments. Few people know that gin was concocted Ip Holland in the 17th century solely for medicinal pur poses. It was orginially sold only by doctors and apothecaries. Medical mechanical devices date for back in history, too. The first thermometer, invented in Italy almost 400 yean ago, had a glass bulb the size of an egg. In Spain, about the time Columbus discovered America, physicians devised elaborate chain with straps and braces to straighten and mend broken and dislocated bones . . Revive! Services At Leesvitle July 11-18 Revival services will W held at the Letevtlle Southern Metho dist Church July 11-13 at 8 p.m. Bev. A. W. Sanders of Andrews wi’l be the guest fpeaker. in for Two Patronize The Chronicle Advertisers Mrs. Perry Moore, 106 JiL. Maple St., is shown here as she was presented credentials for a three-day trip for two with all expenses paid to a mountain resort in North Carolina. She won the vacation stay in a contest drawing conducted at the Piggly-Wiggly Store on East Main St. The presentation is being made by Joe Hol land, store manager. Get your car safety checked for that vacation Mjn trip. Assure your family of a SAFE trip. Call Toomer LaRoche, Service Manager, today at Plaxico Chevrolet, Inc. Clinton, S. C. ant in Clinton. John Mabry Family. They are active mem- years of continued success. ter business estahUahments and who do their share to make a better community, and we join with friend*, and customers of G. L. Locklear in saying “con gratulations, you have succeeded in both”. W. H. Adams To Mrs. W. H. Adams, sign Wiliam C. Dobbins Chadey R. Performing an outstanding service for the people of Clinton and the surrounding territory, Thrc€ factor * ********* William C. Dobbins of Dobbin’s 1x1 attaining 8UCCeM Your • bm - Insurance Agency, 113 S. Broad, * 10 do the Job, your capability ninto". has achieved an envt for akmg with the people painting and manufacturing is able reputation for his progrea- you serve and wo* with, ptas more than Just a Job and he is stve policies of business admin- your actual desire to do the job in the buatitess because It je his istrstioo. well. Therefore the success of P 1 ^®** 40 ®- That undoubtedly “ This insurance councilor in Mr. Charley R. McDaniel of business many years, is a man Charley’s Gulf of ideas and he is as practical Carolina Ave., Clinton, is as he is aggressive in putting ed. With his work as an these ideas to beneficial use in ance of his ability, Oiarley furthering the service he ren- llzes that many are held back th . ders to the people. by their failure at the human re- cu *totnerewho His sound business judgement ^ SUSSI that no job is too difficult for this and his unwavering honesty are dealing the specialized export, characteristics which place him ha * b ®« n maintained and thus, A y^an ^ ^ trade, Mr. in the front rank of the business ®* many have realized, the Job A< |a m a» experience dates leaders of this city. Yet, he is ^ a pleasure. to the days when sign making unassuming and modest in his He has applied himself with used to be guess wet* and this personal contact with the people, all Ms skill and enthusiasm in practical always ready to listen to their his service station business. This wttirhis keeping f < Ideas and desires. These eharac- has proved to bfe profitable for latest In an phasas of this teristtes In addition to making him and for Ms customers. Those ness, has kept his huslaeas I§ him a success In business made same prbiciplM have been used the forefront even In him the first choice of the poople in his participation In civic af- competitive for State Senator In the loot elec* fairs and have made his help fth many —■ tion. most valuable. ing for a share of this *««g* We are glad to pay tribute to We compliment Charley P. antes, it is gratifying to have a progressive citizens of this typo McDaniel on his standing in the really competent man In a com- for it is such poople as WBIIam business life of this area and munity and W. H. Adams more C. Dobbins who have caused thank him for his contributions than fulfills bis this ares to become recognised to the beauty of our area by to Ms customers counts for the fact that from Ms business, Adams’ Ogn Service on the GGreenwood Highway, customers receive personalised, expert service. Proof that Ms is the finest sendee available la of ANNUAL NATIONWIDE n . n .i i I mattress SALE! TM $ Terms As Little jf (P As * 1M Weekly . !!!Wsr b!iMS» l,B ^ THE POPULAR SERTA-ORTHOUIX nCMoaaffattartadn width $ Aa Little W««k|jr Mil nntmsoraahftfoilaripfot ...MsnetaMdft | THE SERTA-ORTHOUIX SUPREME IN OUR WINDOW LIMITED TIME ONLY! SHOP IN AIR CONDITIONED COMFORT 204 N. Brand St. Dial 833-2028 Clinton. S. C.