The Camden chronicle. (Camden, S.C.) 1888-1981, June 20, 1941, Page PAGE FOUR, Image 4
1HE CAMDEN CHRONICLE
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Friday, June 20, 1941
DANGER AT HOME
As a people, we Americans (U
tilings In a mysterious way. We wll
do all In our power to help release
foreign nations from the hands of die
tators. Then wo will accopt t
labor policy here at home which, ii
not corrected, will nullify all the helj
we seek to oxtond to others.
The list of dofenso Industries that
have been or are struck Is too long to
enumerate. Take but one as an example,
the Southern coal mines.
Without coal, our defense efforts
would ho paralyzed. It is estimated
there is only a IB day's supply of coal
closed through April with one strike.
Yet labor leaders threaten another
coal strike to enforce demands. Instead
of accepting arbitration.
The President's declaration of a
national emergency may prevent It.
But all the people have suffered and
stand to suffer more from such methods.
There are different types of
national undermining. Our nation's
safety Is endangered by the domestic
as well as the foreign brand.
FAREWELL KAISER BILL
At last Kaiser Bill has "shuffled
off this mortal coll". We hope ho
will not run away from St. Peter as
he did from tho clutches of the Allies
in 1918. We note that ho htm been
cleared of starting Wilson's First
World war. We demur to that cleun
bill of health. The Kaiser boasted
that Germany needed a "place In the
Sun". He had prepared for that war.
was ready, and promptly got Into It.
The trouble with him was that he
was not equal to Hitler in knowing
how to wage a ruthloss conflict.
Kaiser Bill was far superior to Hitler
In morals and decency. When Hitler's
time comes to run, It is hoped
that he will bolt Into the noose, Instead
of to safety, us did Kaiser Bill.
Hitler, a poor, ragged vagrant, has
already plied up a fortune on his war,
and Knlser Bill died a plutocrat. They
go free, and amass fortunes. Their
deluded weaklings spill their blood
and get nothing.?Calhoun Times.
KNOWS HIS BIBLE
Georgia's governor, 'Gone Talmadgc,
may he likened to any other
Individual when It comes to predicting
Just when rain will fall?all men
are in (fie wv\W\v- \vow\ "as In flint. Just
as "'slv feet of earth make all men
of <uie size." But when it t omes to
using a Biblical quotation Talmadgo
knows the authority he draws upon.
Iu etc- oi Ins recent talks the cover-j
nor quoted that the vain fell on the j
Just ami on the unjust alike, attri-i
but me, it to the Bible. Critics at j
oik e i balb-need the authority, charging
It Id Shakespe.lt".
A Georgia editor decided to get at
the bottom of the issue. s,i>s a Constitution
news story - and alter some
t < seal i h and delving found tho quota'ion
in Matthew, '.th chapter. 15th
v"r?e "He tnaketh His sun to rise
on the evil and on the good and
-end-tli rain on the Just and tho unjust
" Spartanburg Journal.
80ME ROAD MEDITATIONS *
Youth back, tho Southern Kullroud
wu8 tho tree from which the plume
I were Hhakon wholesale. Kvery cow
ii wuh a full-blooded Jersey. Kvery
i mule wuh from a royal Spanish Jackunrt,
and every horse a thoroughbred.
We don't "hour much of It from petit
juries these days for Heverul reasons.
First, ami foremoHt, the trucks and
uutomohlleH have been, and are. kill,
lng the goose that lays the golden
' eggs. The sympathetic people reullae
, that the tux milk Is being drained
| from the flush milk cow. They know
i that when this old cow goes we must
' all gravel deep Into our little wallets
to get the where withal to replenish
tho last tax exchequer. Prom the
' weeping Jeremiads that we now hear
scattered around about excessive and
bloated verdicts, It seems thut tho
' public is shifting from the railroad
1 to the State highway department*
' Well, some of us have been telling
the public that this function of the
1 government is spending and wasting
^ entirely too much money. Our State
* Senate Is responsible for it. Five of
these millions ovory your could easily
be donated for the relief of the tax1
payers.
Tho public naturally wonders why
the.y shouldn't "pull the teats" of
tills new milk cow for some heavy
1 verdicts when they got a chance.
Juries tire not exorbitant with weak
h lings. To give you an Idea of the
contrast from the weak to the strong
I will cite an instance. The writer
owns a small farm on tho road between
St. Matthews and Orangeburg.
It lacks only 300 yards of bordering
the highway for a mile. When they
decided to pave, I do not remember
the exact nkdt^L but he got less thau
50 dollars from "the State highway
department. Our view Is different
from that of the department. Murk
you. this writer has been a chronic
kicker against the methods and wasting
millions of this governmental
function. To try to punch some more
business Into their noggins, they
should urrange all the rights of
way before any contract for dirt or
paved roatk is let. To show the difference
between the plans of the State
i Highway and the county, there was
a recent sample in this county. There
was a movement for a settlement
road. All along the route there was
only one objection and this killed the
project. Our road commissioners
wanted no condemnation, nor loss of
votes, so they just walked away and
let the matter drop.
Needless to say that the State highway
department does not have to
hunt for votes and has the "spondu-|
licks" by the millions, but they might i
save the taxpayers in general some
coin by being a little more careful
and Judicious.?Calhoun Times.
VEHICLE INSPECTION STATION
TO BETHUNE AND CAMDEN
Supervisor C\. L. Geddlngs of the
State Highway Department Inspection
Station No. 10 has announced that
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semi-uiuiuul Inspection of all automobiles
and trucks will begin in Hethune
Thursday, June 20. and continue
through July 2. This h/JI}
towp ^rom Hethune to Camden and
begin the inspection of vehicles in
funuitMi July 7.
I All motor vehicles are rotjuifced by
| law to be inspected twice each year.
Those vehicles which now have the
[first period 1011 stickers on the
! windshields must therefore he inspectled
again at this time and obtain the
I so oinl period 1041 sitckers.
i
I The inspection nation will be open
from S a. rn. to 5 p. in. daily except ou
i Saturdays, when the lane hours are
from eight to one.
I ?
I More than 112.'>00 military vehicles
of all kinds, rainging from armored
scout cars to blitz buggies and from
Held kitchens to seven-ton trucks,
have been delivered fpr military
noc<la during the last nine months.
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SUMMER SESSION - 1941
June 30 - - August 2
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Hartsville, South Carolina . !|
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World Wars and Geography
BABSON URGES CALMNESS
By Roger W. Babaon
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Special to The Chronicle
Babson Park, Mass., June 20?Not
many hundred years ago England was
divide# into little Principalities. .Each
had its own rtTmy, castle. and
cathedral. All went well while the
battering ram was the heaviest implement
ot warfare. Until the warfare
use of powder was Invented,
every little Principality made Its own
war materials. Only a few were able
to make cannons, guns, shot, and
powder. Hence, these Principalities
were forced to combine into what
[ is now England. It was not because
one Principality was braver than another;
but it was a question of
geography and other uncontrollable
factors. Uncontrollable factors likewise
explain why today in New York
'the British pound sterling notes sell
around $2.00 and British government
bonds sell In the 30's.
What History Teaches
Peace reigned again for two hundred
years more until the UBe of
steam was applied to war vessels.
Sailing battle frigates had required
no bases and used no ' coal or oil.
Small nations of sea-faring people,
properly located, even hail certaJn(
Cages. however, the era
of steam came, the situation again
changed. Holland and Spain became
secondary powers, while England
with its vast supplies of coal and iron
forged ahead. This again changed
the map of the world. It was not a
question of courage; but of geography
and other uncontrollable factors.
The same general principle applies
to the Western Hemisphere. The
United States and Canada are natural
allies and should continue to work
together. Some day the United
States and Canada may he obliged to
take over Mexico, the West Indies,
and the Latin American countries
bordering the Caribbean. Whether
or not. the United States and Canada
will he in a position to dictate to the
Argentine Republic, Brazil, and Chile
is another matter. However, this Is
something thai will be detenu ned
.solely by geography and natural resources.
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Importance ot Character
Of co'irse. geography and natural
resources are not everything. The
character of the people is of great
importance. History shows that the
nations which forged ahead a ere
motivated by a religion which taight
rewards and punishments". All
combined to develop ruling classes
which won their power through
struggle supplemented by native Intelligence.
physical strength, and Indomitable
courage. All wrnt well
for awhile; but as their siioc?sora
came into power If was the same
story. "where wealth accumulates
men decay".
Although we hate to admit tt. this
same problem is involved in World
War II. The Democracies have heroine
soft. Their rulers are no long*
r men who secure power through
ibillty; but rather are politicians
a inning votes by deceiving peode,
encouraging laziness, and offering
also security. The Nazi gang how?ver
bad they are?do believe m the
urvival of the fittest and certain Old
Testament doctrines which we have
discarded. America is still young
and can run on its momentum for
some time. Hence, although the
character problem may not be a factor
in our present conflict; it will be
all-important some day.
How The Wbrld Will Look
World War I had no reason for
starting in 1911 and it settled nothj
ing. With World War II, however,
I the situation is very different. To,
day the bombing plane and tanks'
I bear the same relation to history as
did the original use of powder in warfare
and the use o? steam in ships
of war. National boundary lines, existing
before the development of modern
air warfare, cannot be expected
to hold. Winston Churchill knew
this before Hess's arrival. After the
War there will be consolidations of
European nations. Hitler has already
sold this idea to France and the
Balkan States. To what extent this
centralized power can be extended
beyond the confines of Continental
Europe. 110 one now knows!
I am glad we saved England in
1918 and I am 100 per cent for savl
Jjm' her again; due ux\C v^^wwrYiy to
keep the status quo. Some readjustment
of boundaries and world powers is
inevitable. The result, however, will
not depend upon bravery, nor money,
nor population; but upon geography.
England and Germany must, for
geographical reasons, ultimately join
forces. Some day?in case of a conflict
between Europe and America?
we may have to fight the English
whom we are now saving. It is well
for us to mix a certain amount of
realism with our idealism. This is
why I disbelieve in^he "Union Now"
program for making one nation of
America and England.
Something To Remember
Another optimistic feature of the ,
present world conflict is our policy of
backing both England and China.
Thereby we are bound to win some- j
thing which should in the end pay
us for our sacrifices. I say this be- !
cause military strategists?contrary to
"popular opinion -believe that finally
both England and Japan will win or
else both will lose. The similar
geographical features make this certain.
It' the United States were backing
both England and Japan, we would
then have something to worry about.
Then we would win all or lose all.
Now, however, we are playing safe
because to the extent Germany may
possibly win, Japan must necessarily
lose. No one can now determine
whether, after World War II, the
United States will turn for trade and
investments easterly to Europe or
westerly to Asia; but by backing both
England and China, we are sure of
one of these great potential continents.
Also remember: Although
Germany can cut England's "Life
Lines", Germany has not shown how
she can protect her own life lines
as they are extended.
Yes, ?let's contribute our best to
helping the Democracies,?but lot us
not weaken ourselves with worry. Wo
will not let Britain be beaten. Yes,
and Hitler will be punished. God Is
still ruling in His heavens. 8ome *
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changes and readjustments may, however,
he for the best. This could apply
to the Mediterranean Sea and
Northern Africa, ?who knows?
There may be a wise "happy medium"
between Lindbergh's defeatism and |
the War-Monger's propaganda! So
let's cheer-up!
OLD AQE PENSIONS ,
The subject of pensions for old people
has been discussed more or less
extensively In the press of the state
since the organisation of the South
Carolina Old Age Pension Assqclatlon,
with chapters in most of the
counties in the state. The asgoclar
tlon's plan has been ridiculed as being
Impractical aud the state legislature
made short shift of the proposal.
The Dorchester Eagle-Record refers
to the old age pension plau as "An
Impossible Dream." and then goes on
to explain why that newspaper holds
such un opinion.
The Eagle Record says:
According to a census report there
are 80,3(M people In South Carollua 65
years of age and, older. To give each
of these people $30 per month ns an
old age pension would require $28,- [
909,440, with perhaps an additional
million for administrative costs.
These facts should be sufficient
proof that the $30 a month old-age
pension plan is an impossible dream.
State taxes have already become a
serious burden upon the citizens, and,
with increasing federal taxes for defense,
additional appropriations for
any purpose, regardless of how
worthy will be out of the question.
The census report also revealed
that the number of people 65 years
of age and older had increased 40.5
percent in the ten-year period between
1930-194U. Should this same
rate of increase contlnuf the cost of
old age pensions would require an
additional $1,350,000 ?each year. |
Old people will be using their money
to better advantage if, instead of
paying dues to an old-age pension
association, they Invest it in War
Savings Stamps.
Rotary Club hlotes
Lieutenant Keith, of London, commander
of the RAF forces at the
Camden Air Port, made a very interesting
talk on conditions in England
during the war, at Rotary meeting
Thursday. He left England four
months ago and until he came to
Camden, was stationed in Canada.
His talk covered air raids and the1
spirit of the people of England to
take it on the chin.
Dr. C. A. West had. charge of the
program. . . - *
One of the guests of the, club was
Donald Morrison, who fought with the
British army in the first World War.
Other guestS were: H. F. Stith, of
Columbia and Jack Maisby, of
Louisiana.
King Haiglar Lights
Far From Adequate
Mayor F. N. McCorkle is authority!
for the statement that a better plan,
of illumination will be provided for
the city hall tower. j
At the present time a cluster of
small floodlights offers a faint illumination
of King Haiglar. The mayor I
desires an installation of lights which
will not only bathe the Indian chief
in light but also outline the dome
of the city hall tower.
Tarpon Undergoing Evolution
Scientists believe the tarpon may
be undergoing a strange evolution.
An examination of their air bladders
has shown a large amount of
lung tissue, proving that the flsh are
not entirely dependent upon their
gills for oxygen. This may be the
reason why they can change from
salt to fresh water and vice versa.
The tarpon is the only flsh that is
known to have passed through the
Canal, 40 miles or so of which is
fresh water
GARDEN CLUB WORK
KIRKWOOD COMMON!
I *m glad to report that the do*,
woods. Judas trees, live oaks and
wistarias are ail in good condition u
the park. I think some of you
have noticed this year when our wi*
tarlas all over the city wore so flne
how particularly lovely |t W|J
through Kirkwood Commona. There
are 61 dogwoods. 6 live oaks aud
Judas * trees aud a considerable
amount of Mountain Laurel.
As 1 have reported before Ufcave
been very anxious to replace the old
and now broken down fences iu tj,e
pari? with a more substantial barrier
The old electric light poles which
cross tife northern part of the park
the city has promised me win 0OW'
be taken dowu. this summer and that
they will be given to the Garden Club
for use in this park. The city g?yd
me this spring two old electric light
poles which were on my property
aud I constructed from, these a piece
of fencing about forty feet, such l
speak of. and trained the wUtarla
over It. The expense in connection 1
with this was $10,40 and I donated
It to the Garden Club. The fence U
about two and a half feet high but i
being made out of the heavy pole and '
creosoted, Is very substantial aud will
last a great many years. 1 am very *
anxious to get a barrier of this sort
In all the Important places outlining
the parkT& prevent cars from driving
! through the park and rulnlftg the "i
planting which Is already .so beautiful- ^
| ly started. Also along this new and -j
substantial fence I expect to train]
the now well established wistaria.
I am glad to report that thrguafcj
the efforts of Mrs. Pitts, the city ha?1
given us $60 for the purpose of put- I
ting up these fences and I hope they i
will soon take down the poles so that
I can get this work done during the
coming summer.
My last report given to the Garden j
Club on January 13, 1941 showed
a balance on hand in the bank of
$1.20. Since that date I have had two
j donations for the purpose of caring
for the trees and shrubs during the *
( summer?one from Mrs. Samuel Rmsell
of $5.00 and one from Mrs. R ;
f W. Pomeroy of $6.00?making a bat j
ance on hand as of to-day of J11.M. ]
! This will not be quite enough to ghH
the trees and shrubs the summer |
care they should have. I would llko^
to ask the Garden Club If they codl^make
a donation for this purpose of
ten or fifteen dollars.?Olive W. WkRtrdege,
Chairman Kirkwood Commoui
Work.
I SAVING
JYUA CMott Tfaqi j
Keep your hankies fresh by |
| storing them in this handy little
I case. Make it from a small Cot*
i ton Bag ;hat originally contain*
| ed Flour, Sugar or Meal. Cotton
Bags, when laundered, are gleaming
white?and the only trimming
necessary is a yard or two of col* \
ored bias binding tape. With an j
embroidered initial or monogram
added it would be a lovely gift for
a personal friend who likes nice
things.
Other Cotton Bag Sewing ideas
are illustrated -in a free booklet
Write to National Cotton Council,
Box 18, Memphis, or Textile Bags.
100 N. LaSalle St., Chicago.
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die. \
where
the fish are
biting . . .
You 11 be there with all your fishing equip- ,j
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too late to wish you had better tools when
you re out there. Check up now. Replace
worn out articles. Get the latest improvements
on others. Come in and look around
our shop. See what's new in sports.
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Telephone 7 South Bre*4 Street
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