Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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I VACATION TIME IS HERE! Sunpr&of Lotion, Electric | Fans, Snake Bite Outfits, Thermometers, Goggles, Sun Glasses, Moth Repellents fTHT ??? ' i I I" I L. I "I m \ , g-v u m SPECIAL SUMMER PRICES rJSSF?Sft; I WHITMAN'S CANDY-ljpjp iSl ?n Refrigerated Caae. IZemp's Drug Store -^both prescription stores?^ City Drug Company 1 BROAD STREET ? PHONE 30 ' "*" ? 1 II - , I I ?? Hughes Beats I Lindbergh's Record ! Paris, July ?Howard Hughes landed at L? Dourget Airport ut 4:58, P, M. (10:68 A. M? K. S. T.) on a transatlantic (light from New York, | the first leg of a projected round-theworld (light. I The American sportsman (tier glided to an easy landlug, taking up a coucttll* runway In front of the Airdrome whore a crowd of officials and pnlookors rushed to meet the big,' gleaming twin-motored piano. I His time from New York was sixteen hours and 38 minutes?less than half of the time of Col. Charles A. j Lindbergh whoL (lew non-stop from New York to Paris in 1937 In 33 1-2 hours. I The American (lag was run up on the airdrome mast five minutes before Hughes and his four-man crew loom-' ed over the held long before they wore expected. J The fliers were expected to romain' in Paris 'long enough only to refuel j and then take off for Moscow in hope of completing their round-the-world 1 odyssey within six days. At Floyd Dennett Alri>ort at New York last night, the rebuilt plane, freighted to a gross weight of 25,000 pounds, gave 5,000 spectators a 45second nerve-tingling thrill as it labored down the runway for more than 8,000 feet before lurching heavily Into the air. It barely cleared a patch of trees at the end of the runway. Before the takeoff, the fuel supply was reduced from 1,800 to 1,600 gallons after Hughes expressed doubt the i big craft?moasurlng 65-feet across the wings, could leave the ground. i The laconic 34-year-old pilot, a 6- < foot 3-lnch Texan who began a career ! In adventure by Inheriting $17,000,000 when he was eighteen years old, list- < ened as Orover Whalen christened the twin-motored plane "New York 1 World's Fair 1939." A few minutes before, Hughes, aeronautical advisor for the fair, told the , crowd in a brief speech over a public address ayatem: "1 hope that in aome meaaure tbia flight will bring about a world fellowship among aviators. No matter whether you are Hiudu or Amerlcau, as I am, if you fly you speak the same language." The flier, who once set a world speed record, bade- farewell privately to Katharine Hepburn, screen star, to whom he has been reported engaged, before he drove to the fleld. Miss Hepburn did not Yislt the airport. Pitted cylinders and a balky rightwing motor had delayed the start almost 24 hours. A new magneto was installed by mechanics two hours before the takeoff, Hughes, dressed in a wrinkled pair of gray trousers, sport shoes, and a white shirt open at neck with no tie, showed the Strain of sleepless nights as he climbed iuto the cockpit. In the seat beside him sat Ed Lund, engineering mechanic. His other Companions were Navigators Harry Connor and T. L. Thurlow and ltadio En?H nPi/ikur/V O-*- V V. ?. .?.< V. V. All Ave fliers waved cheery goodbyes as the ship trundled to the runway. Wives of three of the men wero among the crowd. Mrs. Connor slipped through a police cordon and stuck a wad of chewing gum to the ship's tail. "That's for good luck," she cried. "I told Harry to be sure and bring it back safely to me." The big plane, after weathering intermittent rain squalls along the coast, passed north of St. Johns, Newfoundland, 1,180 miles from hero, at 12:10 a m. and headed toward the Bea. Aided by 3,000 pounds of radio equipment, Hughes kept in almost constant contact with flight headquarters at the world's fair and made periodic broadcasts over American radio chains. Vessels of fifteen steamship IThes along the route kept him posted on weather conditions. In hiding their kill for a future meal, tigers prefer to drag it uphill rather than down. News Of Interest In Ana Near Bethune Bethune, July 13.?Miss Stella He thune wan hostese at a lovely bridge party last Wednesday afternoon wbKh she gave In compliment to lira Speight Bird and Mrs. Jenuinga Wat ford, brides of the town. Mrs, Bird was Miss Sara Proctor, of Rock Hill, and Mrs. Watford, who was Miss An ( na Miriam Smith, of Marion, before marriage, have been for the past two years members-of the Bethune school faculty. Tables for the games were placed on the screened porch which was made attractive with pretty arrangements of summer flowers. Mrs. Wllma G. Rosier won high score prize and Mrs. C. K. Urasington was awarded floating prize. Both of the honor guests were remembered with gifts of dainty household linens. During the games a chilled beverage was served and at the conclusion a congealed salad course with fruit Juice was served. Mrs. C. E. Floya and Mrs. F. D. Morse called after cards. Out of town guestiu included: Mrs. Mavo Davis, Perry, Ga.; Mrs. Robert 81ms and Miss Martha Thompson, of Rock Hill. ^ On Friday <iflwi uuuu iiie women s Missionary society of the Methodist church entertained for Mrs. Jennings Watford, at the home of Mrs. J. L. King. The guests were greeted at the door by Mrs. M. F. Helms and Mrs. King. Progressive anagrams was played in rooms adorned with mixed summer flowers. The bride s place was marked with a corsage of sweet peas. The bridal motif was used on thg attarctlve tallies. Mrs D. M. Mays was awarded high score prize. Sandwiches, cookies and iced tea wore served by Mrs. Frank Lae and Mrs. J. L. King, Jr. MIbs Harriet Mays dressed as a colored laundress, In an amusing manner, entered the room carrying a laundry basket filled with a miscellany of useful and beautiful gifts presented by the members of the society to the bride. Mrs. Mary Ellen McLaurln and Miss Kate Helms Bpervt the week end at Wake Forest college with Miss Mary Alice Helms. The Rev. F. D. Morse and Mrs. Morse are visiting the former's mother in Etonton, Ga. i Mrs. M. Li Kelly and Miss Ella j Gardner are spending some time with Mr. and Mrs. Flynn Kelly at Elizabethton, Tenn. G. B. King with his grandson, James King have returned from Gettysburg. Mr. King reports a splendid trip with much attention and courtesv shown the wearers of the gray by both men and women of the north. James reports his grandfather a "good 8port" throughout the trip. Mr and Mrs. Loring Davis have returned from a visit to Washington, D. C.. and other places of interest Ixmis Fields, who has been In Charlotte and other North Carolian cities for more than a year, is at home now. Miss Frances Helms and Miss Betty Best are spending the week at camp near Cheraw. Miss Marguerite Foster has completed her work at Limestone summer school and returned home last week end. t . 1 Mr. and Mrs. John Neil McLaurm, Jr of Columbia, spent several days last week with the former's paren's. the J N. McLaurins. A revival meeting will be held at the Baptist church next w?-ek,wit:h. preaching every evening nt 8toJ. by the Rev. J. B Caston, pastor of the First Baptist church. Camden. Everybody has a cordial Invitation to attend The first service will be held Sunday evening. Miss Mary Marshall spent the week end at her home, Heath Springs. James K. Polk. Miss Ix>is Polk J. K. Polk, Jr., and Vernon Davis have been recent visitors to Myrtle Beach. Mrs A K. McLaurln. Mrs. Bessie Seegars and Mrs. J. M. Clyburn spent Sunday visiting Ashvllle and other places of interest in the mountains or North Carolina. Mrs Minnie Best has gone 'o Columbia after spending awhile with her] sons family, the B. W. Bests j Circles one and two of the Baptist W M. S met Monday afternoon wii.i Mrs S B. Padgett. Jr., and Mrs 1. W . Smith, respectively A deletion from the society and also <he pastor, the Rev F. M Llndler. attended a , quarterly meeting of the W M. ^ or 1 the Kershaw association at Bethanj, i Westville. Wednesday. I The Sailor's club, an organization [ for Junior and intermediate boys and girls, met at the library Friday afternoon. The officers are: President. Carlisle Floyd; vice president. Loio Munn; secretary. Wayne Martin: treasurer. Carolyn Bethune; watchCircles and and two of the Baptist Main." * The aim of the clnb-4* inspire the members to read uprtqwhile books during vacation so they ' may receive credit on them In their (school work next fall. After rightec-zr I books have been read and a wriaan I report made on them, a souvenir In ! thT shape of a ship with names of books printed on It Is awarded_Tbe book being read flow is Little Wor" en." An Interesting report on this book was given by the president^ A picnic at Big Springs was Pinner, "Study Hour" met Thursday afternoon at the library, vice president. I Lor a Munn, presiding. AthA J.ee Mango and Catherine Copeland woo prizes In the story-telling and poem contest. Third chapter of Eig^t Coustne" was given by the librarian, t I Camden Cadets Get Appointments Charleston, S. C., July 11.?A recent order Issued at The Citadel, the Military College. of South Carolina," announces tentative appointments In the cadet regiment for the ensuing session. These appointments, subject to confirmation or revocation upon the opening of the college In September, are based upon various achievements of the selected cadets. Records upon which cadets are selected for command responsibility are based upon academic standing, conduct, bearing and appearance, dependability, leadership, personality, and participation In athletics and other extra-curricular activities. As nearly us possible the element of personal preferment Is totally lacking, each cadet earning his chevrons by his own efforts. C^aijat Thomas A. Kenan, of Atlanta, Oa., was appointed regimental commander with the rank of cadet colonel and Cadet James W. Jenkins, of Hendersonvllle, N. C., was appointed cadet lieutenant colonel. Also prominent among the appointments are those of Cadets John M. Rhame and William W. Bates, of Canulen. Cadet Rhame,'son of Mrs. J. G. Rhame, was appointed cadet corporal In company "E" of the coast artillery unit of the R.O.T.C. Cadet Bates, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Bates, was appointed cadet corporal In company "H" of the same unit. Both cadets are members of the rising sophomore class at the military college. * Negro Youth Jailed On Assault Charge "Buck" Williams, negro, 21-years of age, residing in Lugoff, is locked up at the county jail awaiting trial at the October term of court on a charge of criminal assault upon an eleven-year-old negro girl. A warrant charging rape was Issued upon the complaint of the father of the girl. Williams, driving a car, encountered the child walking along a side road, forced her into the machine and drove Into the woods where he attacked her. The crime of rape upon a child Is punishable hv either death In the electric chair or a life sentence In prison. FIGHT AGAINST TUBERCULOSIS ADVANCES IN THIS COUNTY Residents of Camden and Kershaw county will welcome the novelty that has been developed to stimulate InCreasing interest 111 the next Christmas Seal sale. C. L. Newcomb, National Director of the Christmas Seal sale, has announced that stamp col-; lectors will surely want to secure one j of the special panes or souvenir j sheets of stamps that has been es-1 pecially prepared for those Interest-1 ed in collecting stamps. Every one will be talking about the four men j whose portraits appear on the cor-j ner seals and the present state of the j fight against tuberculosis which has! received much of its impetus from the contributions that these men j made to the control of this disease. The Kershaw County Tuberculosis association should feel elated over j the announcement by Mrs. Chauncey B. McDonald. State Executive Secretary of the South Carolina Tuberculosis association, that KerBhaw county is one of the teiT counties in the entire state selected to Introduce this special sheet of stamps to purchasers of Christmas Seals and stamp collectors. ' The tuberculosis program is making steady gains In this community. Since April 1, one hundred and eleven persons have been X-rayed in the early diagnosis campaign and a number of others have received a fluoroscopic examination. In addition to TTITfc," the county health department. 5f6forperatlng with the Tuberculosis association baa made appolntmt-nts for twenty-eight others to be examined within the next few weeks. Although the ostrich can make a noise resembling a roaring lion, It usually prefers to hiss. Miss Eliza Jackson. M. C. Mason, agricultural teacher 'at Bethune, Is planning a tour for farmers to the. 8and Hill Experiment station the latter part of the wee-t of July 16. All farmers are Invited and urged to make this trip. Those desiring to go should get In touch with Mr. Mason. L." ' Camden Scouts Enjoy Camp Life (By Ben L. Team) Thirteen Camden Boy Scouts, now at Camp Baratow, near Columbia, are making excellent showings in competitive water sports and in life-saving classes. Donald Clyburn took third place in the forty-yard free style dash in the water carnival Sunday afternoon. He also won second place in the backstroke swim. Richard Newton and Hughey Tindal were partners in the canoe tilt, taking third place. ^ Under the coaching of Walter A. Rhame, who is water front director for the camp, John Langford, Billy Clarkson, Bill VanDandingham and Joe Nelson passed Junior life-saving class with very high honors. From a starting class of eight boys only five finished, and the four named boys were among them. Joe Rhame who was in camp earlier in the summer, also took and passed this excellent course. Those taking advanced swimming instructions are Oscar Wooten, David Barnes. Delbert McDowell and Ben Team. Jr. William Brown is studying to improve his stroke an4 endurance. Others who are members of Troop 30 now in camp are Teddy Newton and Scoutmaster Ben Team. England, Scotland and Ireland, taken together, are smaller than the state of New Mexico. ??.Li.. w m ' SAVANNAH JACKSONVILLE dto nn rowM* wp toSavannah round trip $0.00 to Jacksonville J >. - am 9:34 PM. Sdt. July 23rd Enjoya full day in Savannah or Jacksonville Go places ? sefc things at per Utile or less ... avoid the dangers of the highways * go in safety and comfort by train. < Tickets good in coaches and on specified trains only. Children 5 and under 12 half fare. Consult agent for further details. I For Vacation Time I | ? I : . . . when you think of vacation at the beach or | I elsewhere, think of us. I I * we have a complete line of Thurmos Jugs and , I Bottles, Camp Cots and Chairs, Electric Fans, Fishing I j Tackle and many other items to make your vacation jj I pleasant. I I . also see us when in need of any item in Hardware, Paints and Oils. I Barringer Hardware Company I PHONE 21 I i Camden, South Carolina | THERE ARE MANY T*,* But the Moat Refreshing Way is the Royal Crown Way 'The Choice cf Millions'9 -4 r ~""T?T4897 1 [oood Housekeepingj V5, Bureau ^ 12 OUNCES R. C. BOTTLING COMPANY Phone 256 Sumter, S. C. Examp|es of one-way fares from Camden New York Philadelphia \ . Washington ... . 8.90 Richmond > 6.60 Tampa .v -11.15 St. Petersburg . . - - - . 12.00 Miami 14.25 J. L. Carter, D.P.A. Seaboard Office Room 1 Arcade Columbia, 8. C... Phone 3821 Every modern appliance has .fhtn installed in Seaboard coaches for your enjoyment of a e-o-o-l? clean trip. Reclining seats, softly upholstered, clean head rests. Meals, pillows?low cost. Complete wash-room facilities. < Subdued lights at night. Go this way! Convenient connections from here. .SEABOARD * RAILWAY" ;