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/ V TRUE TO OURSELVES, OUR NEIGHBORS, OUR COUNTRY AND OUR GOD. Thirtieth Year Established June 5, 1902 McCORMIClC, S. C. Thursday, June 2, 1932 8 Pages — All Home Print >er 52 Semi-Centennial Of Troy A. R. P. Church SERIES OF SERMONS TO BEGIN • FRIDAY EVENING, JUNE 3RD On June the fourth of this year Troy A. R. P. Church will have been organized fifty years. And we desire to make some public ex pression of our gratitude to God for His Unceasing favors to this church during the half century of its ex istence. To this end we are preparing a program, which will in a small way. serve this purpose. On Friday evening of this week. June 3rd,- Rev. W. L. Pressly, of Greenwood, will preach the first of a short series of sermons to be delivered, as a part of our pro gram. On Saturday evening, June 4th, Rev. W. C. Kerr, of Abbeville, will preach. And on Sabbath even ing, June 5th, Rev. Leon T. Pressly, of McCormick, will be with us for the final service. At this service we will observe the Sacrament of The Lord’s Supper. On Sabbath morning at eleven o’clock a pageant, in keeping with the occasion, will be presented. At this service brief historical papers will be read also. the evening services will eight o’clock. We very cordially invite all for mer members, and all of the friends of our church to be with us for this celebration. J. H. BUZHARDT. '• x Veterans Meet At Rock Hill On June 8, 9, 10 Candidates For U. S. Senate Start Tour Lexington June 14 GO TO SALUDA JUNE 15, AND TO McCORMICK THURSDAY, JUNE 16 begih *! The Forty-first annual reunion South Carolina division, will be held in Rock Hill, on June 8, 9 and 10, Adjutant General A. E. Lewis has announced. AU Confederate Veterans who can, and will, go to Rock Hill on June 8th, 9th and 10th, are re quested to write a card to the secretary of the Rock Hill cham ber of commerce notifying them of their intention to attend. It is desired that members of the division staff will attend the re union, if they can possibly do so. All camps that have not already done so will elect delegates to each reunion. Camps of over twenty members elect one delegate for each twenty, add one additional delegate for every five or more; but all camps, irrespective of number, are entitled to elect two delegates. , Arrangements have been made to take care of the veterans the same as last year, lodging and boarding them in-doors at Winthrop Col lege. Regardless of the weather, all veterans will be well taken care of in-doors. The forty-second general reunion The itinerary of the state Demo cratic campaign for candidates to the United States Senate was an nounced May 25th at the party’s executive committee offices in the state house in Columbia. The first address is set for Lex ington, June 14. The speaking campaign ends in Columbia Au gust 19. Nine weeks are consumed ;'.n the county-to-county campaign, with candidates appearing in every county seat. At the midway mark, the week of July 17, a seven-day rest period is granted. In announcing the campaign, Claud N. Sapp, state Democratic executive committee chairman, said entries for the campaign would close June 13. All who intend to make the race must deposit with the party secretary, J. Wilson Gibbes, or the party treasurer, Wilie Jones, the $750 entrance fee not later than noon of that date. - The Candidates Announced candidates for the senatorial seat now held by Sena tor' E. D. Smith, who is expected to seek reelection, are: Cole L. Blease, former senator; Leon W. Harris of Anderson, Ashton H. Williams of Florence, L. G. South ard of Spartanburg. R. M. Jefferies, state senator from Colleton, has announced he probably will be in the race. The itinerary follows: FIRST WEEK Lexington, Tuesday, June 14; Sa luda, Wednesday; McCormick, Thursday; Edgefield, Friday; Aik- Saturday. -— - •^ SECOND WEEK A St. Matthews, Monday, June 20; Orangeburg, Tuesday; Bamberg, Wednesday; Allendale, Thursday; Barnwell, Friday. THIRD WEEK St. George, Monday, June 27; Walterboro, Tuesday; Hampton, Wednesday; Ridgeland, Thursday morning; Beaufort, Thursday night; Charleston, Friday night, July 1; Moncks Corner, Saturday. FOURTH WEEK Georgetown, Tuesday, July 5; Kingstree, Wednesday; Manning, Thursday; Sumter, Friday. FIFTH WEEK Florence, Monday, July 11; Ma rion, Tuesday; Darlington, Wednes day; Bishopville, Thursday; Cam den, Friday. SIXTH WEEK Rest period: SEVENTH WEEK Lancaster, Monday, July 25; Chesterfield, Tuesday; Bennetts- ville, Wednesday; Dillon, Thurs day; Conway, Friday. EIGHTH WEEK Winnsboro, Monday, August 1; will be held in Richmond, Va., June * 1 Chester, Tuesday; York, Wednes- 21 to 24. General Lewis says: “We j day; Cherokee, Thursday; Spar- have made arrangements with the j tanburg, Friday, railroad companies for the usual cheap rates to both reunions, and you can get your railroad certifi cate from the commander of your division. In all probability this will be the last general reunion, so all vets that can possibly go are urged to do so.” X P Queen of the Hudson & / w? Miss Eleanor McGuinnis of Poughkeepsie, was crowned Apple I Blossom Queen of the Hudson \al- i ley for 1932., NINTH WEEK Union, Monday, August 8; New berry, Tuesday; Laurens, Wednes day; Greenwood, Thursday, Abbe ville, Friday. TENTH WEEK Anderson, Monday, August 15; Walhalla, Tuesday; Pickens, Wed nesday; Greenville, Thursday, Co lumbia, Friday. U. D. C. Invited To Bridge Dedication The Anne Carter Chapter, U. D. j C., at McCormick, has received the j following invitation sent out from 1 Augusta: I The United Daughters of the Confederacy of South Carolina, and i Chapter “A” United Daughters of the Confederacy of Augusta, Georgia, invite you to be present at the Unveiling of Memorial Tablets and Dedication of the Jefferson Davis Memorial Bridge, boundary line between the two states, on the Jefferson Davis Highway at four o’clock p. m., Friday, June third, Nineteen hundred and thirty-two, Augusta, Georgia. John Nance Garner liis m mu m lili Plum Branch W. M. S. Meets With Mrs. E. C. Rice The Speaker of the House of Representatives was born on a ranch in Red River County, Texas, November 22, 1869. He went to country schools, studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1890, was a member of the Texas House of Representatives from 1898 to 1902 and was elected to Congress from the 15th Texas district in 1903, serving contfhuously since then. He was marnfetTm -*895 -to Ettte Rheiner* He was elected Speaker ^af tbe House in the present Congress. • v COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES ... OF ~ WASHINGTON - CONSOLIDATED HIGH SCHOOL JUNE 3, 5, 6, 1932 '~v - ,n i ji—irr If £ FRIDAY EVENING, JUNE 3, 8:00 O’CLOCK “A WILD FLOWER OF THE HILLS” TIME—The Present. PLACE—The Burke home in the Kentucky hills. SYNOPSIS OF ACTS ACT I—Garden of the Burke home in Kentucky hills. A morning in August. ACT II—Same as in Act I. One year later, an afternoon in August. ACT III—Same as in previous acts. Morning, three months later. N CHARACTERS Mammy, The old colored servant __ Mary Frances Drennan Lily, Her daughter Anel Edmunds Mose, Lily’s husband Hugh Middleton Mrs. Caroline Burke, A jealous woman Alice Bunch Chlce, An unwelcome waif Joyce Bridges Sue Jackson, A designing girl Claudia Bass Snow-White, Chloe’s unacknowledged father __ J. M. Reese John Burke, Mrs. Burke’s younger son Eubert Eckard Jed Burke, Her elder son Floyd Willis Zack Jackson, Sue’s brother, an attorney T. J. Stone SUNDAY MORNING, JUNE 5, 11:00 O’CLOCK Doxology. Class Hymn. Song “Come, Thou Almighty King.” Baccalaureate Sermon Rev. J. F. Warren Announcements. Benediction. MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 6, 8:30 O'CLOCK Salutatory — Anel Edmunds Class Appreciation Marie Gilchrist Song Senior Class Literary Address Dr. R. C. Grier Valedictory Alice Bunch Presentation of Medals. « v ^ 4 , Delivery cf Diplomas. . _ .1^ V_.. ill J±l JL; The May meeting of the Wo mans Missionary Society of Plum Branch Methodist Church was held at the regular time with Mrs. E. C. Rice. Ten members and four visitors were present. With Mrs. Rice presiding, the meeting was opened with a song. We were pleased to have as our guest, Mrs. Rice’s mother, Mrs. Stevens, from Johnston, S. C., who very beautifully led the devotional for us. The roll was called and minutes read and approved. Reports were made of personal service work. The Missionary topic, “what prohibition has done for disadvant aged communities,” was interesting and instructive. The testimony of Commander Evangeline Booth was given by Miss Helen Minor. The testimony of Jane Addams was given by Mrs. E. O. Langley, after which prohibition was in formally discussed by all present. Miss Amelia Wideman sang “Altogether Thirty,”. a solo. The usual Bible study class was led by Mrs. R. J. Sturkey. A book prepared especially for Bible study by Grace Saxe is used. The les sons are more interesting and easily understood. Miss.Irene Langley was appoint ed to take charge of the study class at our next meeting. A delightful social hour was en joyed after the meeting, during which the hostess served delicious refreshments. The monthly meeting on June 9th will be held with Miss Amelia Wideman * ?he deeply regrets ^the withdrawal of Mrs. C."E. Walls from its membership. C. RUTH LANGLEY, Secretary. TXT Veterans’ Employ ment Office At Spartanburg SERVICES AT DISPOSAL OF ALL UNEMPLOYED EX-SERVICE MEN Capplemkh Co^^g To Help Legionnaires On Next Tuesday MEETING TO BE HELD IN LEG ION HALL THAT EVENING AT 8:15 E. Henry Cappleman, State Ser vice Officer, will be in McCormics next Tuesday afternoon and even ing to help all legionnaires arfi others interested to get their varv ous applications straightened ouv try to correct any grievance th^; might exist against the bureau help with your Insurance, deaf* claims, bonus claims, etc. Mr. Cappleman will be here tj two o’clock and remain until after the meeting. He will talk to thi- legionnaires in legion hall Tues day night at 3:15. All legionnaire are urged to come to this meeting, as matters of importance will &*■ discussed, and light refreshmen ir served. Those who wish to discurr claims of any kind should brini. all papers, letters, evidences, copier, etc., so that it will facilitate the: work for Mr. Cappleman as well ai yourself. Don’t miss the meeting Tuesdij* night. It’s th$ t last meeting be fore the state convention. Yours in Comradeship, DR. C. K. EPTING, Commander, Post No. 15.. Flower Show At Meriwether June J& Dr. C. K. Epting, Commander of the Thomas Jefferson Lyon, Jr., Post of the American Legion, is in receipt of the following 16tter from Spartanburg under date of May 26, 1932: TO ALL POST COMMANDERS: Dear Mr. Commander: This is to advise the formal op ening of the Veterans’ Employ ment Office, Room 206 Federal Building, Spartanburg, South Caro lina. The srevices of this office are at the disposal of all unemployed ex- service men and application blanks will be furnished upon request to the undersigned. Please give this announcement proper publicity at your legion meetings and to the newspapers in your vicinity. Assuring you that this office will co-operate with you in an effort to place the unemployed veterans, and thanking you in advance for your support in the above, I am. Very truly yours, GEORGE M. PERCIVAL, Veterans U. S. Employment Service. x Tax Collections Extended To June 10 WILL BE UNDER AUSPICES OT MERIWETHER H. D. CLUB A Flower Show will, be held at Meriwether on Friday aftemocs* June 10, at the home of Mrs. Laiua Bunch. Thjs flower show wifl be- under auspices of the Htttte Demonstration Club of Meriwether- All home demonstration club mem bers of the county are invited in take part in this flower show aitf to bring a collection of flowers put on display. Blue and Red rib bons will be awarded as follows: Best specimen rose. Best collection of roses. Best specimen annual. Best specimen perennial. Most artistic low bowl. Most artistic large bowl. Most artistic vase. Most artistic basket. Best collection of mixed flowtrx. Best collection of mixed wil# flowers. Best blooming pot plant. Best non blooming pot plan! -tXl- Schedule Of Home Demonstration Work For Next Week County Treasurer T. J. Price on yesterday received the following telegram from Comptroller General A. 7. Beattie: “Continue tax collections until June 10th without increase in pen alty. Letter to follow.” X The colors of a rainbow depend on the size of the drops that make the bow. X Seal meat tastes very much like mutton. Monday, June 6, office. Tuesday, June 7, Bethany 4-KT Club and Bethany H. D. Club. Wednesday, June 8, 11th Grade: afternoon Fairfield H. D. Club. Thursday, June 9, County-Whl* Canning demonstration, Coorti House at 3 o’clock. Friday, June 10, Meriwether- Flower Show 3:30 p. m. Saturday, June 11, County Con test for 4-H Club girls, high schosSi building, McCormick. txt Amelia Did It F \ W Mrs. Amelia Earhart Putnam, fir* woman to fly alone across the Attao- tic, got to Ireland in spite of stoma and a damaged plane.