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y FRUI TO OURSEI.VKJS OUR NEIGHBORS, O P f •: * 1T NTRY AND OUR GOD. — Thirtieth Year Established June 5, 1902 McCORMICK, S. C. Thursday, December 24, 1931 8 Pages— All Home Print Number 30 License Plates Sales Increase Over Last \ ear NO TIME EXTENSION.—PENAL TY GOES INTO EFFECT JAN UARY 1, 1932.—GOVERNOR BLACKWOOD TO OPPOSE EXTENSION COLUMBIA, Dec. 22.—Receipts from the sale of the new 1932 mo tor vehicle license plates may ex ceed that of last year, according to the last check-up made by the de partment. The sales of licenses through December 18, the last day for which a balance has bejm struck, amounted to $349,649. The amount for the same day last year was $328,508. or an increase of $21,- 141 this year over the previous year. This is indicative of both the Highway Department being able to supply all applicants immediately after their applications and remit tance are sent in, and of the co operation on the oart of the motor vehicle owners of the state. There is one week left in which owners of automobiles and trucks can secure their licenses without having to pay the penalty. The penalty for not buying license plates, as fixed by law, goes into ■effect on January 1, 1932. The State Highway Department does not have any authority to extend this time, and according to a state ment recently made by Governor I. c. Blackwood, he will not ap prove of any extension of time. Owners of motor vehicles will therefore save for themselves con siderable trouble and inconveni ence. as well as the legal penalty, ■by complying with the law in pur- cnasing tneir license plates before the first of the new year. It is expected that the last few days of the year will find thousands of people rushing to the headquarters of the department in Columbia, eager to buy their licenses. Last year, many of these could not be served from the issuing windows at Columbia and they were compelled to return the following day. To avoid such inconvenience all own ers are being urged by the high way department not to wait until the final day or two, and to mail their application forms with prop er remittance to the department, instead of coming in person. The department is now geared up to handling applications for $150,000 worth of licenses daily. Officials of the department expect this total to be reached several days during the last week. x William Ellenberg Makes 742 Pounds Lint Cotton Acre N“ .c Pov^-Aoe Stamps Will Carry Twelve Different Pictures of Washington ★★ V? CENT Jf 5 CENT \ CENT b CENT 7C 'IC Agent 3 CE Q GENT 4 CENT /OCENT Ways And Means Committee Meetinji o Set For January 4 <r CHAIRMAN CALLS MEMBERS TO GETHER TO DISCUSS APPRO PRIATION BILL AND OTHER LEGISLATION Pictures by Courtesy of Y. Sourel. N. V. Beginning January 1, 1932, the 200th year since George Washington’s birth, all U.S. postage stamps up to the ten-cent variety will have Washing ton’s picture on them. Since photography was not invented until long after the death of the Father of His Country, old paintings and statues have been used as models for these stamp pictures of Washington at different agei. The Passing Of Mrs. Going Away Fairfield H. D. Club White Town H. D. Bessie D. Arrington Surprise Shower Has Christmas Tree Club Has Meet GREENWOOD, Dec. 21.—R. L. Trent, teacher of agriculture in the Ninety Six High School, reports that William Ellenberg, a member of the vocational agricultural class of the Ninety Six High School, made an average yield of 742 pounds of lint cotton per acre. He had three acres of cotton in his project and made a total yield of 2,226 pounds of lint cotton. William used 433 pounds of 10-4-2 fertilizer per acre at plant ing and side dressed after chopping with 100 pounds per acre of Chilean Nitrate of Soda. He spaced his cotton very close, leaving three to four stalks per hill eight to twelve inches apart with an average of three feet between* the rows. When the squares began to form he ap plied one application of sweet poison. This application of poison being made at the stage when the squares were not large enough to allow the weevils to reproduce gave splendid results. The Chilean ni trate of soda kept the cotton grow ing and fruiting fast, thus helping keep ahead of the weevils that came on later. -IXt- New Grid Leader 5*3 i£§ On the morning of December 20, 1931, the death angel came for the gentle spirit of Mrs. BesSie D. Arrington, at the home of her son, Mr. John Arrington, the home of her childhood, the place where she was born, and married. Most of her life has been spent in this home. This home is probably nearly a century old, but still in good shape, having been well kept up. Mrs. Arrington has been a semi- invalid for several years; a great part of her life for the past years has been spent on bed. She pat iently bore her afflictions. The devoted love of her children with their affectionate attention has been most, beautiful. Such love as theirs has not been in many families. Though the children were most of them in Florida, they have made several trips a year to visit their mother. During her long illness her room has had the appearance of a flower garden. She has had several faithful nurses and the very best medical aid obtain able has been secured at all times during her illness. She has been a devoted mother and her seven children have grown up to call her blessed. In all its sadness a bright Sab bath morning is a sweet time to go home, leaving all pain and sorrow behind to rest in peace with God who gave her life, and who saw fit to spare her nearly eighty three years. She gave her heart and life to God in early young ladyhood at Mt. Creek Baptist Church where she has remained a member, and eave of her means and influence to the advancement of God’s king dom. When a young lady Mrs. Arring ton was married to Mr. C. A. Ar rington of Georgia, who after a few years living there, moved to near Kirksey, where he spent his life with his fine family of four boys and three girls. They honored both parents. Mr. Arrington was known far and near as a God fear ing man. He was placed to rest in the Mt. Creek cemetery more than twenty years ago, to await the meeting of his loving wife. Think not of the sadness and sor row, but the meeting of these two spirits so long separated, spending eternity with Jesus who died for them and all humanity. The gathering of loved ones here Is nothing compared to the meeting in Heaven where there is no sor row or tears shed. May this cross prepare us all to meet our loved ones gone on before. How the great heart of Jesus looks down in sympathy to His children, and often even nature mourns with us. Many loved ones and friends gathered at the home to pay a last respect to their departed friend and her wonderful family of devot ed children. The lovely flowers are silent messengers of love. Truly no occasion is complete without music and flowers. The throngs of people gathered at this home must be something like the gathering in heaven, only there are no tears or sorrow there, just rejoicing as one by one they are gathered home. May God’s strong arm and tend er care support all the sorrowing ones and sustain them in this dark hour and may they see Jesus smil ing and sympathizing with them beyond the shining river. She is survived by the following children; Mrs. H. L. Kinard, Ninety Six; Mrs. A. D. Woodle, Jacksonville. Fla.; Mrs. Nell A. Stallworth, McCormick; T. M. and J. K. Arrington, Tavares, Fla.; John D. Arrington. Kirksey and W. S. Arrington. McCormick. A Niece. FOR MISS HELEN GILCHRIST Tho Rehoboth K. D. Club cn the regular meeting date, third Tues day, December 15. gave Miss Helen Gilchrist a going away shower. The afternoon was ideal with just one thing to cast a sadness over the crowd—that was sympathy for the county H. D. Agent in the serious illness of her mother, and her braverv to go on with her work when her mother was so ill. Thir teen members and several visitors gathered at the home of Mrs. E. M. Morgan. As there could be no real demonstration, the agent spoke on poultry raising, and the brick orooders, or brooder heaters, antt asked if at least one would not take up the work she outlined, in Miss Nealy’s behalf. This I think was the most beau tiful club party we have ever had. Of course it was managed as eco nomically as possible. The same decorations have been used sever al years, but arranged differently. They were just as beautiful. There was holly with the cherry red ber ries. The mistletoe with pearly berries, gave a little of the Christ mas spirit. The guests were entertained for a bit with a contest using the words Christmas tree, to make names of trees. This was interesting. Mrs. J. E. Winn won the prize for hav ing the nearest correct paper. A lady came in and announced that Miss Helen Gilchrist was soon going away to go in training, and the club wanted her to go away in good health and asked her to come into the next room where a skill ed surgeon would examine her. “They found she had a serious at tack of appendicitis and would have to have an operation at once. She was brought in on a cot, where ether was administered and the surgeon operated. The operation was a success and in a short time the patient was able to return to the room, where every one wrote her a telegram of good wishes or advice, using the word Washing ton.” These she read to the crowd. They were amusing and shewed wit and wisdom. Aft^r this a poem was read and Mrs. E. M. Morgan came in dress ed in green paper with tencil and a green cap. The gifts were pinned all oyer the tree. It surely was at tractive. The honoree removed ■ c-acn package and after viewing it ^assf'd to each guest. They were lovely and useful gifts—many hankies and towels, adorned this real live Christmas tree. The dining room was beautifully iecorated. The table, of course, was most beautiful with a little Christmas tree; shiny with tencil and small gifts. Large red candles gave light to the occasion. Small Christmas trees and poinsettias also adorned the table. Pineapple Bavarian cream, molded in fancy shapes and topped with a poinsetta cherry, and plain cake was served. “Silent Night,” tenderly sung as a grace for the meal afterwards. Mrs. Stallworth made a beautiful prayer of Thanksgiving for our blessings and the Christ Child. Miss Gilchrist thanked her friends in a few well chosen words for their backing up in her career as a nurse and hoped we would never be sorry for our interest in her. There were signs of tears in her voice. tXt Card Of Thanks Fairfield H. D. Club held their regular club meeting Saturday af ternoon, December 19, in the hos pitable home of Mrs. T. O. Young. Mrs. Young met everyone with a smile and invited them inside the room where all was “spic and span.” The Christmas decorations were beautiful, a Christmas tree in one corner laden with gifts for every one. After a social hour and list ening to the Christmas music made on graphophone by Miss Mildred Young, the meeting was called to order by the president and the following Christmas program car ried out: Miss Maggie Young, leader. Scripture reading, Matt. 2:1-11. Prayer, Mrs. W. A. Young. I heard the bells on Christmas dav. Mrs. W. A. Young. Christmas Poem, Mrs. T. O, Young. Christmas, Nora Young. The Road to Christmas. Miss Maybclle Young. Merry Christmas to You, Miss Willie Young. Song, 23rd Psalm. Roll call, each answering with some improvement she had made in her kitchen. Business. A motion was made and carried that we give two card showers for Christmas, also a mis cellaneous shower. There were 11 members and one visitor pres ent. Mrs. T. O. Young and Miss Fran ces Walker cut the gifts from the tree. Mrs. R. P. Young and Mrs. W. A. Young were joint hostesses. They served a delicious sweet course which was pleasing to the tongue as well as the eye. Sorry indeed Mrs. Stallworth could not be with us on account of the serious ill ness of her mother. When the sun was sinking low we adjourned, wishing all much joy through the holidays. Each member is asked to bring a table napkin she has made from 'a flour sack to the next meeting to have on display. They will also be kept to use at the club meetings when serving refreshments. Time and place of next meeting—Place: Young’s School House. Time: Jan uary 13, 1932 at 2:30. The President. x Mrs. J. R. White Celebrates Her 70th Birthday i Carl H. Hageman, class of ’33. 19 years old, chosen Cai >tam o* Har vard’s football squad for 1932. He conies from Lorain, Ohio Mrs. J. R. White of White Town, but who is living at present with her daughter, Mrs. T. R. Ridle- hoover in Plum Branch, celebrated her 70th birthday Sunday, Decem ber 20th, at which time she seemed to be enjoying perfect health. The children and grandchildren present numbered 27 and consisted of Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Ridlehoover and children, Mr. and Mrs. R. T. White and children, Mr. D. R. White and son and Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Campbell and children. All gathered there about 11 o’clock and after service at church a most sumptuous dinner was spread by Mrs. T. R. Ridle hoover which consisted of a nice big turkey, boiled ham. chicken salad, potato salad, fruit salad and sev^rtK^ther good dishes, such as Mrs. RidlcTTwajtfr has proved cap- The White Town H. D. Club held its regular monthly meeting on the afternoon of December 18th in the home of our president, Mrs. Harry Ream, with nine members present. It was with deep regret that our leader, Mrs. Stallworth, could not be with us at this time on account of the serious illness of her mother. The meeting was called to order by the president. Scripture read ing and prayer suggestive of the Christmas season was given. Roll call and minutes were elim inated on account of the absence of our secretary, Mrs. Tilman White. Red Cross seals were then dis tributed to the members, each one buying liberally. A round table discussion of “idea exchange” w*as enjoyed. Then came the exchange of our capsule ■ sisters for the next three months. Much fun was given in the draw ing of these capsules, as each one waited impatiently to know who her next sister would be. After this a practice of our club songs was given in which all took part. A distribution of Christmas gifts that had been left under the tree was a very enjoyable feature of the afternoon. Each one had been remembered in a very beau tiful way. The Christmas decorations in this home were of a most beautiful nature. As each member arrived we were invited into the parlor where a lovely Christmas tree had been arranged for us by our presi dent. a stately cedar that reached to the ceiling laden with decora tions of all kinds. It was here that the misteriously looking packages began to pile un derneath it. for Santa had surely been busy among the members of our club. Cedar, holly and mistletoe had its place too in every nook and corner of the house. All through the spacious hall, over doors and win dows there could be seen a re minder of the approaching yule tide season. But the most beautfiul of all was a large bowl of desert holly sent by a, sister of Mrs. Ream from California. It resembles our holly with the exception of color. This is snow white and of a very tough, thick foliage, as it is grown with out rain and on very high hills. A generous sprig was given each lady as a souvenir of the occasion. We were then invited into the living room where a Christmas- radio program was enjoyed. Last, but not least, was a most tempting salad course with sand wiches and mints which was serv ed by the hostess, the colors of green and red predominating with the refreshments as well as other decorations. Our club then accepted an invi tation from Mrs. L. W. Ridlehoover to meet with her for our January meeting. The sinking sun reminded us far too soon that we had reached the end of a perfect day. MRS. H. M. FREELAND. Reporter. X Hon. W. D. Morrah, representa tive in the house from McCormick County, has received the following letter from Hon. Neville Bennett. Chairman cf ihe Ways and Means Committee, calling the members cf th committe° togethc/ in Columbia on January 4th for the purpose of discussing the State appropriation bill and other important legisla tive matters. The letter follows: Columbia, S. C., December 10, 1931. Hon. W. D. Morrah, Troy, S. C., Dear Mr. Morrah: In accordance with expressions from a majority of the members, the Ways and Means Committee is called to meet in the State House on Monday, January 4, 1932, at 2:00 p. m., to begin the preparation of the State Appropriation Bill and cf any other legislation brought be fore the Committee. We have assurance from the printer that the budget report will be ready earlier than was at first expected, and it is now reasonably certain that copies will be mailed to each member of the Ways and Means Committee before January 1st. With best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season, I remain, Yours faithfully, NEVILLE BENNETT. Chairman, Ways and Means Com mittee. -tx±— Me^i Appointed To Road Builders Meet HON. FRANK C. ROBINSON AMONG NUMBER NAMED BY GOVERNOR BLACKWOOD The Columbia State of Monday says, R. B. Herbert, H. H. Hinnant, F. H. McMaster, C. H. Moorefield, Frank C. Robinson and B. M. Saw yer of Columbia have been ap- 1 pointed by Governor Blackwood as , official representatives of the state of South Carolina to attend tho 29th annual convention and road show of the American Road Build ers’ association in Detroit Januarv 11-15. Each year the road builders of the country assemble to study new methods of road building that bring economy and efficiency and to inspect and compare the ma chinery and matQi£ia,ls in this larg est highway machinery, materials and transport exposition held in the world. Every type of road building ma chinery and all kinds of materials will be on display. In addition there will be the largest display of motor trucks that has been as sembled in the United States. States and the federal government will have extensive exhibits. Road building for unemployment relief, stabilization of highway and street programs, traffic control and better parking in cities and similar highway matters of urgent im- i portance will be considered at a i mammoth mass meeting of the 'old-fashioned kind that will be held Monday during the conven tion. Scores of committee repoits will be considered in detail by sev eral hundred committeemen. Small Issuu Next Week your splendid co-operation and patronage during the year now coming to a close and to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous and happy New Year. txx Stenographer 64 Years I want to thank my many friends for being so thoughtful and nice to We use about 3,700,000,000 pounds me during my misfortune. May I able of fixing. of whole milk each year to manu- God’s richest blessings rest and At about 4:30 o’clocT^Htea 11 bid facture 370,000.000 pounds of Am- abide with each of you, now and Mrs. White good-bye and^Wifcd English call it forever, is my earnest prayer. for her many more happy birth t MRS. LOU NELSON j days. erican cheese Chadder cheese. In keeping with our usual cus tom The Messenger will issue a small paper next week—about half the usual size, or maybe smaller. Correspondents and advertisers are asked to send copy in as early as possible in order that space can be provided for same without caus ing delay or confusion. This week’s issue is printed a day earlier than usual, and right here we want to thank our correspond ents and -advertisers for their tohmflid response to our request to gel copV-in early for this issue. And jalso to'thank you, one and all, for L. F Shuey. 87. is still reporting the proceedings of the U.S. Senate in shorthand. He is a Civil \\ ai veteran.