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FOUR M fe-'--' v‘ ■; Qlt;? (Bamliini (fU^ronitk 1109 North Broad Stroot Camden, S. C. PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY DnCOSTA BROWN Pttbliaher ^ SUBSClUPnON TERMS: ~ . All Subscriptions Payable In Advance i One Year |2.60 Six Months — ——» 1*50 Entered as Second Class Matter at the Post Office at Camden, S. C. All articles submitted for publication must be signed by the author FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1946 4 MESSAGE TO SANTA CLAUS Dear Santa Claus: Put in my stocking this year a dash of HUMAN KINDNESS. Add some of th^ breadth of VISION that will make me realize that all men are my brothers. Pour In some OIL OF GRACIOUSNESS ... the mark of a true gentleman. Teach me to play well my part in this big busy world, and to regulate ,my life, that wheh I pass on, no man can say*to me: “HE LIVED FOR SELF ALONE.” Leave for me a generous package of GOOD CHEER, so that when my brother is weighed down with despair, I may go to him and help him to LOOK UP AND HOPE ANEW. Bring me a JACK-IN-THE- BOX, like the one that set my boyish heart to beating pit-a-pat in days agone. Only let it be filled with FAITH, and give me the. key to unlock its magic for every heart that comes my way. And don't forget a cane—not the age-old pepper-- mint affair, but a stoff of SPIRITUAL STRENGTH on which I may lean when sorrow casts its shadow on my path. Make all the children of earth glad. Dear Santa, don^ forget that grown-ups, too, .sometimes dream dreams and wish again for childhood unreali ties. Write upon the minds and hearts of all who have relinguished the carefreeness of youth for the stern realities of the daily struggle of mature years, that BEAL HAPPINESS consists not of material things, but of days spent in the service of one's fellows. A GROWN-UP. LOCK THE STABLE NOW The Ohroidcle notes with deep satisfaction the movement started in Camden to make certain that buildings wherein there ir public assembly be made safe from fire. It is hoped that the movement started at the movexfaent called by the Disaster committee of the Kershaw County Red Cross chapter wilMead to some definite action and defects now reported in present structures be corrected. And it is to be hoped that no further construction be permitted where adequate provision is lacking for fire protection. Every eHort should Ibe put forth to see that every place where huipan life might be endangered must either correct its safety deficiencies or lock its doors. EVERY FAULT MUST BE REMEDIED. And in pasidng, it might not be a bad idea for the State of South Carolina to pass some laws that might help in providing all public buildings with ade quate fire protection and safety appliances. AIN'T IT THE TRUTH? The Lancaster News, under the caption, “The Service South'' has this most pertinent statement to offer its readers: I “The State quotes Governor Ransome J. Williams as predicting that ‘the South will vote for Henry A. Wallace for president of the United States should Wallace be the Democratic nominee in 1948.' “And it probably would! In fact it would prob ably vote for Claud Pepper should he be the ‘Demo cratic’ nominee. Or it would probably even vote for John L. Lewis if he should be the ‘Democratic' nom inee.” TO OUR MANY FRIENDS ii Glad thoaglits And special withes Are happily combined To make this Christmas Greeting The warmest kind. « - W. F. NETTLES & SON •1 CAUMN CHROMieLI, tAMDiU, tOUTM CAROUWA, FWHSAV, OgORtHgR IR ‘God Bless You All’ A nother year df life’s UtUe ancer- Uintiee and worriee ^ luta all b«t paeaed, and the tradition^ eeaeon of Oood Cheer Is upon us. Somehow the Chrletmae eeaeon erases from memory so many of the past year’s irritants , that we wonder why we eTer worried at aU! It will be good to gather aronnd the hearth again with family and friends. The cracking of nuts. the popping of o^m. the banter of grown- upe. the laughter of children, -the opening of presents—wfll. It ell adds np to en- other gled Christmas. We know again tbU life bee been good, thaf erery day has been worth llrlng. and that many more happy hoUday eer sons are comlnc. It's time for gobd wiebes and good (dieer, and for the warmest, fln-. est greeting of aU: We who publish your newspaper wish you and'yours A MERRY CHRISTMAS PUBLIC FORUM Editor Camden\ Chronicle , eir: I have given qnite some thought to the matter which I am about to preeent. And I believe it would be a sound and public-spirited move. The Chronicle being the only newspaper printed here and the major organ for dispensation of items and news of local interest, should have a literary^forum. In other words, space set* aside for the news, views, constructive criti cism, and gripes of your readers: about anything from garden seed to the shaping of city and county politics. If you are doubtful of the popularity of such a step, why not make this an open letter to the editor and see how the public re sponds. I personally believe ‘ that your readers would wdirame a chance to air their opinio^. Sincerely. Jack L. MarshaU. Kg Majority Of Camden Stores To Open Thursday Fire Buaineaa PUcea How ever Take a Two-Day Holiday Editor’s Note: The Chronicle has, as occasion required, printed a "Public Porum.” This Is vlrtuslly the same as suggested by Mr. Marshall. The Chronicle welcomes fordm matter, but reserves the right to edit same, to the extent of eliminating any statements of a slanderoiu or factional nature. The Chronicle is based on a foundation of words but we take evwy pre caution against having the letter "8" added to make It "swords." CHRISTMAS EVI MRViCt It was announcad by SanlM War den Henry Q. Carrlson, Jr.« of Grace Episcopal church that the Christmas serviee would be held on Christmas eve at 11:80 o^clock. This Is the usual midnight ser vice with holy.oommunlon and the singing of Christmas hymns and carols. dirlitiiiM While most of the stores and shops in Camden will be open for business as usual on Thursday, De cember. 2€, several managements have .announced that they will be closed on|the day after Christmas, to extend The bdsiness recejM per^ to two days. So far reported, the places of business to remain closed for two days are: Mkhley Smith Grocery store, Camden Hardware aud Supply com pany, First National bank. Com mercial National bank, the Camden Chronicle. ADDITIONAL WANT ADS FOR SALE—A new drees for your old car . . . We have Just re ceived about <0 new sets of beau tiful fibre Shot covers with leather trlpi. A complete selec tion df ^ttems and colors—for coupes, sedans, ^ coaches and bucjtet seats, models from 1182 through 1^48. Service Motor Com pany. Dodge-Plymouth Sales and Serrice, 817 Broad St. Phone 109. 40c LOST—^Round gold . locket * with 'tntttil **L". If found twtng Id Halglar Theater and reesiTe re ward. G. T. Little. Mp flhsons Ladicfl Ni: At Court Two hundred Masona and their whrea enjoyed the Ladlea NMdti program offered last Thursday aveniag at the Court Inn. Harold Booker of Lancastw waa the main speakw and he gave an entertaining talk, embodying much humor and common sense. Mr. Booker Is a newapaper writer of macK experience and he drew upon many Incidents of his career to em- belllah his remarks. His general theme was a clavor tribute to the ladlea present. W. Robin Zemp was master of ceremonies and handled the r<^ well. The Invocation was given by Dr. A. W. Humphries and the we^ come to the ladlea, replete with wit and rare superlatives was given by Worshipful Master Lu H. Jones. A. C. McKain led In a group of longs and Miss Pettos gave two selections. Costa Brown Introduced Har- Booker and following* Mr. er’s remarks, more songs were given. Pianist was Mrs. F. N. McCorkle. Cabinet Work Experts Open Shop Down Town Bd* and Harold Segars' from Segars Mill are opening what is being labeled the "Segars Cabinet Shop" In a building at the rear of the Boykin Pontiac garage on Rutr ledge street The Segars have been engaged in cabinet work for the past several years at their home, but a rapidly expanding business required that they move into larger and more centrally located quartm's. They specialise in custom built cabinets, booths, show cases, count ers. garden furniture and • other general wood construction work. Both men are skilled In cabinet work. Ed Segars was in the army air corps for two and a half years, serving as a flight engineer on a C-47 transport plane in the European theater. He was released from service November IS, 1946. Harold Segars served with the Sea- beee for two years in the PaciOe theater, engaging in construction work with that essential opera tions group. He was released Oc tober 22, 1945. AUXILIARY TO MEET The Woman’s Anxllianr of Bethesda' Pmbyterian 'church ‘will meet Friday night December 20, at 7:80 In the Sunday school build- tof.^ To AU Om Frienia at Chriotmaa bo Greetingo OiuiH^ Sineero} May No AceUenU Befott You Throughout the CbuUng Yegr. DAV,DH.BAmAGEXCV H«adk|iiait«cs fat AocMafdt, HwgJtli and Hogpitalixatihm bMarwuen. HOOrVflf JEAfON • Right mom hfs thus t» lay aside bnsiniss cufus and Ml that is ccmpacmtsd sad get dofwn to rimpls tidogs. A It- tfe boy OB the Hoot nader Che Christams tree watchlag Us •Mcinc Tmii wussi haprir {aces eC girts sing ing Christmaf carols, boys COMBTItH OOWU IM atlle LotTs catrti that apUtt Ksr- tf Chrtstmaa to yoit aad ytm, and yonl THE SMART SHOP FOR SALE—Floor mats, origiaa] equipment stylo, fdR bock, al ready cut to .fit yonr car. Chroma fog lamps, twin matched home, rear view mirrors and other ac- ceesorles to delight the ear own er. A perfect gift for the head of the house. A look around will convince yon. Serviee Motor Com pany. Dodge-Plymouth Sales and Service, 817 Brpad St Phone 109. 40e Mri'E ' /// v nsnnas Thoufli tinM newer end the people ol the eerBi t increase in numbers. — story of Jesus will he through all the years all generatioas to Chrbtnuts wrfl] he glorious and its constant sooroa of tion. Koad Street Lunch In business there is one asset that money cannot buy — Good Will. ' So at this HOLIDAY SEASON it is a privilege to extend to you, not as a customer alone, but as a friend, , THE BEST''|)F WISHES. vv-" I’’ *'' ■' ’ f McLEAN hardware CDMRiNT^ ‘