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SUPERVISOR HONORED J \7KKI) PKTKKHON (right). State Supervisor of Voeatioual Agri* culture. wuh the hist man employed in South Carolina after the passage of the Smith-Hughes Act. 19 years ago. Hence when The Agricultural ^Development iUireau of The Llarrett Company recently donated gold keys to all men who had been in vocational servico for a; leant 10 yearn. Supervisor I'eternon'n name led all the rest. Here In- is shown receiving Iuh key from I)r. K. W. Sikes, President of < h'in.Hon Colleg* ^ Retail Trade Feels Stimulus Of Bonus New York, Juno 2(5 ?Aided by (bo siiinuluH of bonus spending. both protluoiion and dlstrlbut ion in major linos of Inislnoss resisted tho usual seasonal Influences this week and showed littl<> recession of ronseciuencp u out i In- previous week Dun K Hradstroot roporled .todnv. More sonorous fall oonitnit nionl s i out I'ibut od to tin- expansion ol whole sab* volutne, ofl'sHtln^ tin* light re?ja " t| a s lor summer maids. wbilo tin* pare of most boavy industries was maintained or exceeded, tbe agency roportod in its weekly review of husk tioss. In tlie consumer divisions a more definite uptrend was evident. Die. trie"' output, bituminous eoal production, steel ingot production, and crude oil output wore among the basic lines making a good show of stability, while freight car loadings, advanced enough over the previous week to come close to the year's top level, tbe review stated. Hank clearings were moderately lower but the margin over a year ago widened. Retail distribution broadened dedespite adverse weather and drought in some sections. With the excepi lion of some lines of women s wear, practically all items shared in the Improvement. the report showed. "Spending of the bonus money," the agency stated, "provided an impetuH to the sales of men's clothing, automobiles. radios and electric refrigerators. but tbe bulk of the increase was concentrated in regular seasonal lines | Reach apparel and other vacation needs were especially in demand. j "The improvement in consumer buying in districts unaffected by the rain and cold was sufficient to life i tho total of retail sales 2 to 5 per cent 1 for the week, widening the estimated , volume for the country as a whole td 12 to 16 per cent over 1936." Percentage gains in geographical divisions follow: Middle West 8 to 10 peT cent for the week and 16 to IX per cent over 1936;' Northwest 12 j to 15 per cent over last year; South ern states 12 to In per cent over a year ago. and Southwestern states 12 to 20 per cent over 1935. The gain in Pacific coast states was 12 to 15 por cent. The agency "reported industrial activity continued at an even, high level, showing no appreciable chnnge from the previous week, which was at variance with the seasonal trend Operations for July iti cotton mills may exceed 95 per cent of singleshift capacity as a result of a substantial volume of unfilled orders, the report said A freight train of fort) cars was wrecked near handsdale. Pa Nine , teen cars of freight were destroyed by fire. President Roosevelt will make a virfit to the governor general of Panada on July 31, at Quebec. Mrs. Daisy Hardee is in Jail at Whlterllle, N. C., on auapicion of having caused the death of her husband. Irby Hardee, by poisoning him Death Of Mrs. Hanna F. Mills Death is no respoetor of persons. J All have to pay the price of living | in the lleMh. vvhbh is what, we cull death. During, the last few years i death has laid a heavy hand upon Itlshopville. It has been said that death leaves a shining mark. So it was with mingled surprise and sadness that the news of the death of Mrs Manila F. Mills was received in the community. Her death occurred nl her home in Itishopvilh*. at eleven nVloik. Friday morning. June l ?. She! was the widow of the ltev. II .1 .Mills, a prominent I'reshyterian minister, and who died some years ago She had been in failing health for quite a long lime, but bad recovered suftielently to be not only up from her bed but out at times from her home. She attended divine ^rviren Si/nday morning before her death'.-?hfer age jvas 11. r Mrs Mills possessed a quiet disposition. She was not a great talker,! but her words wore well chosen, ant] were like "apples of gold In pictures of silver." She was a typical. Ideal minister's wife and well tilled the position of "Mistress of the Manse." during the lifetime of her husband. Such characters are greatly needed in community life. Mrs Mills, was, before her marrijige. Miss Hanna MeCutchen, a sister of George MeCutchen, Sr., and Mrs. 1. F. Montgomery and Miss Irene MeCutchen. She was born and reared in the Mount Zion section of Dee county. The surviving members of her immediate family are three daughters. Mrs. Dawrence Peebles, of Rishopville; Miss Mary Mills, of New York City; and Mrs. Thurston Smith, of Franklinton, N. C. Two grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were held in the Hishopville Preshyterlau church Saturday morning at 10 o'clock by the Rev D. M. Mclver. A short, simple, hut tltting service was rendered.?Deo County Messenger. i I Death Of Shelton Russell Hall Shelton Russell Hall of the Concord section of l?ee county, died last i Monday morning, June 22, 1936. at his i residence near Hall's Mill. He was horn December 1. 1894. He was fortyone years and a few months old at his death. He was the son of Mrs. D. N. Brown He was sick only a few hours wiveu Hi?* Father called him. Resides his mother he leaves his stop-father. D. X. Rrown, one brother. \V. \V. Hall, four sisters, Mrs. G. \V. Pate, Mrs. Haiti a Katcllff, Mrs. A. T. Hopkins, and Mrs. W. \V. Hopkins. Also one half-sister. Mrs. B. J. Uatcllff. Several nieces and nephews also mourn his death. TTisTemains were taken to Concord M P church for Interment last Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock, (where a host of friends had assemb[ led to pay their last tribute of respect.? l^ee County Messenger. Taxpayers of Gaston county, N. C.. have through June 30th, paid flfrO.. 2f>9 76 of the current year's taxes In advance, thereby getting a discount of 3 per cent. DeKalb Club Holds Interesting Meeting The DeKalb Home Demonstration club held 11 h month'o'June meeting Tuesday, the 30th, at the home of Mr*. N. B. Workman on the airport road. The president being absent, Miaa Margaret Feweli omitted the devotional until later and told iih something of her trip to the Farm Women h CongreHH held in WuHhlngtou dui'ing the first of June. Her route up there included Chapel Hill by Duke University, Natural Bridge, through Virginia The congress committee were expecting around Mix hundred delegates or a possible thousund. Seven thousand farm women from ail parts of the world registered, which threw them Into a quadary us to accommodations, programs, badges, and the like. The first ufternoon there they were given a reception by Mrs. Roosevelt on the White House lawn, wher^ ph?* in a very gracious manner welcomed them to the capital city. The guests were also addressed briefly by tire president., lie* expressed to them his hearty approval of the line spirit shown by tin* Farm Women of the World in their work. I'sing other timely remarks and ending with'lifts sentence: "I would like very much to stay longer with you all, hut us I'm very busy I must leave." "You all," a Southern expression, was probably coined by liirn during his visits to the South. The agricultural building In Washington not being large enough to accommodate the huge crowd the D.A.R. .building was rented In which three sessions were held daily.- South Carolina, we are proud to say, had a representation of three hundred delegates, and was on the program twice ? a distinct lienor. Sightseeing being a main attraction, Miss Feweli and party visited the library of congress, tomb of the unknown soldier, the capitol. Saw congress In session, recognizing the California Senator, Williuiu G McAdoo and others, but did not see our own .1 i? Richards or "Cotton lOd' Smith, who probably hud taken one of his famous walks. Visited Mt. Vernon, the home of George VV asliington. to pay their respects not to him. hut to his wife, Martha Custis Washington, a "Farm Woman." A wreath was placed on her grave. The naval academy, Annapolis, was visitMl in Maryland. In Virginia, Ar lington lo lea\e Washington they chose the Shenandoah Valley, riding the beautiful 'Skyline" route. Reaching Winston-Salem they visited the Moravian cemetery which was interesting I heir trip was a very enjoyable one. Mrs. Sam Truesdale. our county del- J egate to the state short course at VV mtlirop. gave another very interesting report from there. The main topic. "The Child and The Family." was discussed by well known speakers from the toddler age through adolescence. naming sotno of their good and bad points and habits. Also proper tood, calories, clothing, urging that they be taught good habits at an early age. , I lie delegates were carried on a tour of the college farm, entertained by a theatre party. By bus they were carried to Charlotte to visit "Morecraft, the beautiful estate of ex-governor and Mrs. Cameron Morrison, They were shown the uptodate grade A dairy, poultry farm, including the chickens, geese, turkey and pheasant flocks. I his estate is one of the show places of the two Carolina's and is situated u few miles out of Charlotte on the Sharon road. They were returned to Charlotte to be entertained at supper by the chamber of commerce under the supervision of the Mecklenburg agent, after which they returned to the college. Our Four-H girl delegates, Dorothy West and Carrie Baker, made fine records. Dorothy winning In the dress revue and Carrie winning a blue ribbon on health. We are very proud of them. Mrs. Truesdale commented very favorably on the excellent food served to them the entire week, she ended her report, urging each of us to attend next year if possible and enjoy the short course week as much as she did. We most certainly enjoyed Mrs. Truesdale s report and hope more will attend next year. The vice-president. Mrs. Fallon Watts, then took charge. The minutes of the last meeting were read. We responded to roll call by reading patriotic sayings by famous writers? Chaoto, Longfellow and others. "Comin* Thru the Rye", "Our State" and Our Country" were sung. Miss Feweli gave each member a canning, drying and brining bulletin, also Kerr bulletin No. KUi on canning. As a special favor a copied page of favorite relish recipes. The hostess, assisted by Mrs. Nye Workman and daughters. Margie and I>orothy, served delightful refreshments. after which we adjourned to meet with Mrs. Frank Watts in July. All who ar? interested in our Fair booth are urged to be there. Visitors always welcome?Club Secretary. Depression Places Thousands On Farm u % t Depression days meant moving days for a great many American families, Nearly 2,000,000 persons uprooted themselves from the unfriendly city and Joined in a great trek toward tlxMjpen spaces. The magnitude of thin backto-theland movement following the 1029 crash is revealed by a new report of the United States bureau of the census which shows that some 1,995,253 persons living ou farms on the llrst day of January, 1936, had lived in cities, towns or villages five years earlier in 1930. Between the lines of prosaic figures in the census report may be read the dramatic story of many a young Country John who had started off for the city with high heart to win his fortune only to return later, discouraged, to add y'et another human burden to an already heavily taxed agricultural region. That John did not return alone, but took with him a wife and baby is revealed by the fact that the farms for which this movement was reported had an average of three new-coiuers. "These families have returned to farms once abandoned, to new farms, and to unoccupied houses on farms operated by their relatives and friends,states the report. John did not make his move to a good farm?to one where he might make a living for his family. Food to fill the hungry mouths of his family or even a part of what was needed, was all he usked. To quote the matter-of-fact wording of the report' again: "These families have probably augmented very little the total production of farm products for sqle. " "Most of this migration of families has been to small farms. There, these families have sought to produce at least part of the food, - particularly vegetables, eggs and milk needed for their own use." Those migrating millions sought out their own homes in live main regions. The one attracting the greatest numbers was the Appalachian subsistence farming area extending along the hills and mountains from Pennsylvania to Alabama. This is a region with agricultural income at its lowest even in good times. ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENT FOR CONGRESS To" the Democratic voters of the Fifth Congressional District: I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to Congress, subject to the rules ' of the Democratic primary. I am deeply grateful for the past support given me by the people of the Fifth District and, if elected to the coming 75th Congress. I shall continue my efforts to merit your faith and confidence. J. P. RICHARDS For House of Representatives To the Democratic Voters of Kershaw County: Through the solicitation of my friends 1 hereby announce myself a candidate for the House of Representatives for Kershaw County, South Carolina, subject to the rules governing the Democratic primary election. If elected will carry out my pledge to the people and fight for their interests at all times. Your support will be remembered and appreciated. L. REX JONES FOR THE HOUSE To the Voters of Kershaw County? I hereby anounce myself as a candidate for the House of Representatives from Kershaw County, subject to the rules of the Democratic Primary and wfll appreciate the support of the voters in the August primary. Very respectfully, FR^D M. BRYANT, JR. For House of Representatives I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the House of Representatives in the coming primary, subject to the rules and regulations of the Democratic party. Respectfully. ALLEN B. MURCHISON FOR THE HOU8E ~ To the Voters of Kershaw County: I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the House of Representatives from Kershaw County, subject to the rules of the primary election and will try to represent all the people. Your vote will be appreciated. Respectfully, NEWTON KELLY For House of Representatives To the Democratic Voters of Kershaw County: I hereby announce myself a candidate for the House of Representatives from Kershaw County, South Carolina, subject to the rules governing the Democratic primary election. I will greatly appreciate your support. Sincerely yours, l_ ' E. F. RICE FOR COUNTY DIRECTOR I hereby announce myself as a candidate for reelection to the office or County Director for DeKalb Township, subject to the rules of the Democratic party. I will appreciate ycur vote and support. Very respectfully, W T. REDFEARN FOR COUNTY DIRECTOR I hereby announce myself as a candidate for re-election to the office of County Director for Wateree Township, subject to the rules and regulations of the I>emocratic party. Will appreciate your vote. L. F. ROSE For Houm of Representatives I hereby announce myself ae a candidate for the House of Representatives from Kershaw county, subject to the rules of the Democratic party. Your vote will bo appreciated. L. O. CLYBURN, SR. I hereby announce" myse.f a candidate for the House of Representatives for Kershaw county, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. W. F. ESTRIDUE % FOR CLERK OF COURT I hereby announce myself as a can* dldate for reelection to the office of Clerk of Court for Kershaw County, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. I will greatly appreciate your support. Very respectfully yours, JAMES H. CLYBURN I 111 1 I II ! ! PI For Superintendent of Education , I wish to thank the voters of Kershaw County for their support received in the past, and for the cooper| atlon I hfive had in the office as County Superintendent of Education,. I hereby announce myself us a candidate for re-election to the same office and pledge myself to support the rules of the Democratic party. Yours truly, MRS. KATHLEEN B. WATTS FOR MASTER IN EQUITY I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-election to the office of Master for Kershaw County, subject to the rules of the Democratic party. W. L. DePASS, Jr FOR CORONER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Coroner for Kershaw County, subject to the rules or the Democratic party and will appreciate the support of the voters. Very respectfully, ROBERT T. OOODALE FOR CORONER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Coroner for Kershaw county, subject to the rules of the Democratic party. Your votes will be highly appreciated. Very respectfully yours, J. T. LYLES FOR CORONER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Coroner of Kershaw county, subject to the rules and regulations of the Democratic party. Your vote will be very much appreciated. CHARLIE M. BROWN FOR COUNTY DIRECTOR To the voters of Wateree Township, I hereby announce myself as a candidate for County Direetor for Wateree Township, subject to the j rules of the Democratic primary. I Elect me as your Director and I will' cooperate with all work In connection with the duties thereof getting everything possible for the people of our Township. Your support will be appreciated. Respectfully yours, JOHN RABON. FOR MAGISTRATE To the Democratic voters of De- j Kalb Township: At the solicitation^ of my friends in Camden and over the i Township I hereby announce myself I as a candidate for the office of Magis- j trate for DeKalb Township in the approaching primary. If nominated and elected, I shall endeavor always to discharge the duties of the office faithfully and to the satisfaction of the people. I shall be slow to issue warrants, except In the cases where the ends of Justice demands It and will so conduct the office that harmony and good will may prevail. Thanking my friends far their kind consideration, I am Respectfully, M. L. (BUCK) SMITH FOR MAGISTRATE I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Magistrate for DeKalb Township, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. Your support will be highly appreciated Very respectfully, C. E. DAVIS ' P6A MAGISTRATE I respectfully announce to the public that I am a candidate for Magistrate of-West Wateree Township* subject to the Democratic primary, and will appreciate any support given me. ALTON B. NELSON TOW MAAIftTAATt I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Magistrate of DeKalb Township, subject to the rules of the Democratic party. I shall sincerely appreciate your support. WADE L. STOKES FOR MAGISTRATE I hereby announce myself ? dldate for the office of MagUtrlf* for DeKalb Town.blp, .object to rule, of the Democratic party v..?.; vote will be appreciated. Respectfully, L. B. OUBURN FOR MAGISTRATE TTo the voter, of DeKalb TowuBhln I announce I am a candidate for Ms* i.trate, .ubject to the rules of th? Democratic party. I respectfully .? licit and will greatly appreciate your vote and support. Your, to serve, W. CURTIS MOORE FOR MAGISTRATE I hereby announce myself f0r th* office of Magistrate for DeKalb Town ship, subject to rules of Democratic party. I will appreciate the support of the people. F J.S.DUNN". ' FOR MAGISTRATE I desire to place my name before the voters of DeKalb Township for the office of Magistrate, subject to the rules and regulations of the Dem ocratic primary. Will most heartily appreciate your support. v Respectfully, JULIAN B. RUSH FOR MAGISTRATE I hereby anuounce myself a candidate for Magistrate for lower division of West Wateree Township subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. If elected, I pledge myself to discharge the duties of the office fairly to render equal right to every niau und special privileges to no one H. A. HAWKINS FOR MAGISTRATE I hereby announce myself a candidate for re-elction to the Magistrate office of eastern district of Buffalo Township with office at Bethuno, subject to the rules and regulations of the Democratic party.- Will appreciate your vote. JOHN A. YOUNG [ For Magistrate at Blaney I I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Magistrate for Lower Wateree Township with office at Blaney and will appreciate the support of the voters. Very respectfully yourfcr^ ALBERT J. KELLY FOR MAGISTRATE I hereby announce myself as a candidate for re-election to the office of Magistrate for Upper Wateree Township, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. Your support will be appreciated. Very Respectfully, FRANK J. RAMON FOR COTTON WEIGHER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the position of cotton weigher at Camden, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary and will appreciate your support. A. L. McLEOD. FOR COTTON WEIGHER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for CottonjWelgher at Camden, subject to the rulers of the Dem- ' > ocratic primary! I -Will appreciate jipur apfijjprt. W. M. GLADDEN For Cotton Weigher I hereby announce rayflfilf..c?or the office of Public Cotton Weigher, located in the City of Camden, S. C., and pledge the public a fearless and faithful discharge of the duties of the office. My record fer the past thirteen years Is before the public and upon this record I am asking you for your support in the coming primary. I pledge myself to support and abide by the rules of the Democratic party. , Very respectfully yours, R. A. BRUCE FOR COTTON WEIGHER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the position of cotton weigher at C&mden, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary and will gratefully appreciate the supp?rt of the voters. Very respectfully yours, JAMES D. 9HEORN T " FOR COTTON WEIGHER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for Cotton Weigher of DeKalb Township, subject to the rules of the Democratic party. J. IRBY TURNER FOR GAME WARDEN I hereby announce myself as a candidate for re-election to the office of Game Warden for Kershaw. county, subject to the rules of the Democratic primary. Your vote will appreciated. CLARENCE M. HOUGH ? ~?M T'?.r-r;TI | To Delinquent Taxpayers June 30th has been set by the Comptroller General of the State of South Carolina as the final date of settlement by me of all delinquent taxes on town property of Kershaw County. Pay these taxes now and avoid any further penalty. '[" J. H. McLEOD, , Sheriff of Kershaw County