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TRUE T9 OURSELVES, OHB NEIGHBORS, OUR COUNTRY AND OUR GOD. =£=S Forty^S««oiid Year EstaUished June 5,1902 McCORMICK, S. C. f THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 1944 Number 45 Washington, D. C., April 17.— (NWNB)—A determined efiort to break the “Little Steel” formula, 'which has prevented wages from rising more than 15 per cent a- bove pre-Pearl Harbor levels, has started in Washihgton and is be- lived to have a good chance for success. Powerful labor groups, which will have an important in fluence in the next election, are behind the movement and will insist that a new wage ceiling formula be set up which will as sure what they consider a fair standard of living. * Indications of what the labor groups want were given by MaV thew WOll, vice president of the - American Federation of Labor, Who, in presenting his case to a panel of the National War Labor board, showed charts which in dicated that only 15 per cent of 13,820,000 workers receive $1.20 an hour; or $48 for a 40-hour week, which he said was the minimum sum necessary to maintain a de cent living standard under pres ent-day conditions. He did not indicate whether la bor intends to demand that this amount be set as a minimum wage for labor, but made it clear that he believed it should be es tablished as a minimum. He also showed charts stating that cor poration profits, after taxes, were higher in 1943 than at any time in history and said that industry could thus well afford to pay higher wages. At the present time the Nation al War Labor board has no au thority to break' the Little Steel formula and grant requests for higher wages, but the labor groups hope to get the NWLB to request that authority. As a result of the Easter recess of congress, which gave congress- 4* men a Chance to check up on lo cal political trends, the predic- tions about what will happen in November are more confusing than ever. The Democrats seem to feel certain» that President Roosevelt will be elected again and tify* Republicans are convinc ed that they have the election practically in the bag. The sud den decision of Wendell Willkic to drop out of the race for the Republican nomination, due to his lack of success in the Wiscon sin primaries, has been interpret ed in dozens of different ways, both parties presenting argu ments to show hbw this action benefits their chances. The Republicans, for the most part, are convinced that Tom Dewey will be their nominee and that the support given him in primaries shows clearly that his is the people's choice. But Mr. Wiil- kie made it clear that he thought Dewey beat him out in the Mid west because the Republicans there think of Dewey as an “iso lationist” and were apparently opposed to his own international policies. Since his international views are known to be similar to the President’s, there are some who believe that Willkie will sup port Roosevelt If Dewey is nomi- ated and that such action might conceivably swing the election to the President. The Republican picture is a rather complicated one since Mr. Dewey still insists that he is not a candidate. Although it is gen erally believed that he would ac cept the nomination, his stand makes it necessary for him to ab stain from expressing his views on international problems. Be cause of this stand, some Repub licans think the nomination may go to a man who is in a position Red Cross Quota Raised!! The quota of $3,200 which was placed on McCormick County has at last been raised for the Ameri can Red Cross. Never have the people of this county been more loyal and earnest in their efforts than in this Red Cross drive. At first the amount asked for seemed almost impossible, but you know McCormicfc County people, they just won’t be defeated. Many thanks for your help and conrtibutions. G. W. Bonnette, Chairman Red Cross Drive. X Six Millions In Bonds Sold By SC Theaters A report made public this week by Christie Benet, Chairman of the State War Finance Commit tee, shows that theaters in South Carolina, through their various promotions, sold $6,321,373 in war bonds in the Fourth War Loan Campaign. “This remarkable sale of bonds through the activities of the the aters,” Mr. Benet, said, “makes me confident that we can rely on the patriotic and enterprising men who operate the theaters of state for great assistance in the forthcoming Fifth War Loan Campaign, .starting in June.” Theaters conducted special bond premieres of new motion pictures and other special events, and throughout the campaign served as issuing agencies for the sale of bonds, Mr. Benet said. He had received a detailed report on theater bond sales from Warren Irvin, of Columbia, who was in charge of theater activities dur ing the campaign. The theaters set as their goal the sale of a bond for every the ater seat in the state. There are 19,712 seats and Mr. Benet re ported, that, with practically all theaters participating, 18,313 bonds were sold, and said this was “most creditable.” X; Sullivan News Sgt. G. P. Winn has returned to Texas, after spending a fur lough here with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Winn. Visitors with Mrs. Minnie Winn last week included her son, Pfc. Paul Winn of Mississippi, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Bailey of Lacoochee, Fla. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey were former residents of this community. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Reames en tertained Mr. and Mrs. J. J. May- son, Mr. and Mrs. James Mayson, Mrs. Holley Whatley of Kirksey and Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Johnson and Romona of Millen, Ga„ at dinner Saturday. Mrs. J. E. Winn and Mrs. Vir- 1 ginia Bailey attended the W. M. U. I convention in Columbia last week. I The Sullivan H. D. Club met last Tuesday with Mrs. E. C. Shu- ford. Mrs. Blanche Rambo of Kirksey visited Mrs. Janelle Winn Wed nesday. Mrs. j. L. Reames attended a T. B. Associational meeting in Edgefield Wednesday. Mrs. Reames is a director of the association. Mrs. E. P. Winn and Miss Trula Winn entertained the W. M. S. of Rehobot^ Baptist Church Thursday p. m. Mrs. J. H. Mayson and baby, Holley, have returned to their home here, after staying in Greenwood two weeks. Mrs. Mary Mayson Whatley and baby, Roxie, of Kirksey, spent last week here with her parents, Mi-, and Mrs. J. J. Mayson. Mrs. Robert Winn and children spent last week at Dillon. On Sunday Mrs.. Winn visited her husband at Fort Bragg. to publicize his views. The name of Eric Johnston, president of the U. S. Chamber of Com merce, is being mentioned more and more often as a possibility. Local Post Office To Be Advanced To Second Class Postmaster J. E. Bell has been advised that the local post office will be advanced to an office of the second class, effective July 1, 1944. Postmaster Bell stated that the post office receipts have in creased considerably during the past two years. X— High School Headquarters For Russians’ Clothes It is our hope that the people of McCormick County will join whole-heartedly in this wbHh- while campaign. If you are not able to bring your gifts to the high school, you may call telephone 62 and we will send for them. Any garment that is clean and in good condition, of any size, may be given. Do not send un derwear, hose or hats. Let’s do a wonderful job for the Russians who have done such a wonderful job for us. W. H. Weldon, Chairman. X Church Conference Notice Plum Branch Baptist Church will hold a special conference next Sunday, April 23, at 12 o’ clock for the purpose of receiving report from Pulpit Committee and calling a pastor. All members are urged to at tend. X Mt. Carmel News Mrs. Gladys Bowyer of Ander son was a guest of her sister, Mrs. W. A. Scott, and accompanied Mrs. Scott and Mrs. Beaird to Greenwood Sunday afternoon to see Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scott who had the misfortune to have their home badly damaged hi the tor nado Sattirday night. Their many friends deeply sympathize with them in their misfortune. Miss Sara Curtis of Knoxville. Tenn., spent several very pleasant days at her home here, returning to Knoxville Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Watson and Miss Virginia Watson were visitors in Greenwood and Abbeville Sun day afternoon. We are sorry to have to say that Miss Florence Patterson and Miss Annie White are on the sick list this week. Many friends hope for them a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Watson, Mrs. D. J. McAllister and Mrs. W. H. Horton were visitors in McCor mick Monday The ladies at tended the executive council meeting at Miss Matilda Bell’s of fice to arrange for the coming meeting of McCormick County Council of Farm Women in the near future. Mrs. J. W. Boyd has returned to her home here, after an ex tended visit to her daughters, Mrs. S. T. Russell, Augusta, Ga.. Mrs. Ralph Campbell, Charlotte, N. C., and Mrs. Dode Philips in Due West. Many friends are so glad to see her again. Mr. and Mrs. James Dean and daughters of Royston, Ga., spent the week end at their home near here. They left Sunday morning when they heard of the awful tor nado in Royston. Mr*. Cecil Gilliam, Misses Jua nita and Sara Curtis were visitors in Greenwood Sunday afternoon. Col. W. B. Sharp of the U. S. Army spent a pleasant week end with Mrs. Sharp at their home here. Cpl. Barnard Smith of Camp Davis, N. C., was a recent visitor of Mrs. Mary Smith and Miss Jean Smith. Mr. James Miller was a recent week end guest of Dr. S. W. Reid in McCormick. HOLLYWOOD THEAIRE McCORMICK, A TI. FRIDAY and SATURDAY APRIL 21st and 22nd, 7:15 P. M. and 9 P. M. r - 'I Matinee Saturday 3:30 P. M. DALE EVANS GEO. BYRON HI 99 F- “HOOSIER HOLLIDAY Also A CARTOON : : ;< ' and SELECTED SHORT SUBJECTS Matinee Saturday 3:30 P. M. Adults 24c MONDAY and TUESDAY APRIL 24th and 25th, 7:15 P. M. and 9:15 P. M. FRANCHOT TONE^_ANN BAXTER in “FIVE GRAVES TO CAIRO” Also SELECTED SHORT SUBJECTS and LATEST NEWS EVENTS ADMISSION: Adults, 30 cents; Children up to 12, 12 efetfts; Children 12 to 15, 18 cents, including tax. Local Girl To Sing Over Radio April 26th, At 2:45 P. M. > . . _ • ; * ... Ih a program to be given over WCRS on Wednesday afternoon, April 26th, at 2:45, and in which a local girl, Miss Henrietta Gil bert, is to participate, the soloists, accompanists and songs will be as follows: Miss Harriett Hodges, of Green wood, Miss Mary Lou Jones, of Lyman, Romeo and Juliette; Miss Sara Dot Teale, of Harts- ville. Miss Louise Peden, of Foun tain Inn, Bondmaid. Miss Henrietta Gilbert, of Mc Cormick, Miss Sallie Sims, of Tucapau, Ave Maria. Miss Nell Moore, of Timmons- ville, Miss Lydia Hook, of West Columbia, Retreat. Miss Fredericka Reid, of Lau rens, Miss Louise Peden, Fountain Inn, O Mio Bambino Caro. X “Share Your Clothes Modoc News Pfc. William E. Bussey from Myrtle Beach is spending fifteen days here with his father, Mr, K. F. Bussey. Miss Hazel Dukes of Augusta was a week end visitor here to her mother, Mrs. G. E. Dukes. Mr. and Mbs. j. o. McDaniel ot Charleston spent Monday and Tuesday here and in Augusta with relatives. Mr. Cooledge Clem, after a. week’s stay here wjth his parents, has returned to Nfew York. Miss Marie Bussey is spending several days with relatives ia Charleston this week. Mrs. G. E. Dukes spent Sunday night with reatives in Augusta. Mrs. B. F. Bussey and daughter, Rosa, from Louisville, Ky^ are spending some time here in the home of Misses Rosalie and hmcj Bussey. Mr. and Mrs. Evans Bussy of Augusta made a short visit here Monday night to Mr. E. F. Bussey. X ‘ . < 36 V With Russians” Week The Ann Watson Since millions of our valiant Russian allies have returned to their homes, long over-run and plundered by the Nazi hordes, and are suffering acutely because of a lack of necessary clothing, , THEREFQRE, I as Mayor of the \ Town of McCormick, do hereby proclaim April 24-28, 1944, as “SHARE YOUR CLOTHES WITH RUSSIANS” CAMPAIGN WEEK, and call on all loyal citizens to Circle Holds Meeting The Ann Watson Circle of the local Baptist W. M. S. met W«Sd- nesday afternoon of last week with Mrs. T. J. Sibert, with Mr*. James Keown and Mrs. Lou Nel son serving as assistant host esses. The devotional was led by Mrs. John E. Bradley. The pastor. Rev. L. K. Simpson, taught the lesson participate whole-heartedly in from the mission study book this used-colthing drive sponsored j “Missions In A New World” by Dr. by the Russian War Relief, Inc.,' J. B. Lawrence. During the bnsl- South Carolina Department of ness session conducted by the Education, South Carolina Educa tion Association and South Caro lina Congress of . Parents and Teachers. • « T. J. Bibertr Mayor. American Legion Auxiliary Meets The American Legion Auxiliary met &t the home of Miss Willie Mae Young in Troy on last Thurs day afternoon with Mrs. R. L. Dendy, Mrs. T. O. Young and Mrs. Frank White serving as co hostesses. With Mrs. P. W. Roper, the president, presiding, plans were made for the Poppy Sale in May and the auxiliary voted to give $10.00 to the Red Cross Drive Mrs. C. R. Strom, membership chairman, reported 42 members Officers were elected for the com ing year as follows: President. Mrs. Mildred Ludwick Nave; 7ice-Pres., Mrs. C. H. Workman; Secretary, Mrs. R. L. Dendy: Treasurer, Mrs. C. K. Epting. During the social hour the host esses served pound cake, coffee and toasted nuts. X Plum Branch H. D. Club Meets TaHw*fcr- The Home Demonstration Club of Plum Branch has as its new nresident, Mrs. R. M. Winn. Mrs. S. J. King and Mrs. J. W. Brack nell serve as Vice President and Secretary. The local leaders are Mrs. William Humphreys and Mrs. Marion Winn. In January, Miss Bell dissussed “Inflation.” The February study was a demonstration in methods of home cleaning and pressing; that ol March was one in the Clemson-approved method of but ter making. The April meeting dealt with disinfectants, and practical guides for gardeners were distributed. We have sponsored several projects and are cooperating with the county heath officials and the salvage leaders. Each of us has derived pleasure and relaxation from the meetings in addition to the information we have received. Reporter. leader, Mrs. Jack L. Bradley, Mfcs. E. Hanvey, Personal Service Chairman, displayed the wardrobe being senttqjthe Circle’ ofphajT aT Conni phanage. Mrs. closed the meeting with prayer. The hostesses -Served their 3 guests, cream on cake with ice tea. x- “Share Your Clothes With Russians Drive April 24-3 «.. m **. Thousands of Russian children will be corresponding with thou sands of American children after the successful completion of ..ftle “Share Your Clothes With sians” Campaign, April 24-28. <$n ^ each package of used clothfa*; will be tied a tag with a mi from the American child _ gives the clothes and space will be left for a reply from the child who receive This plan has numeroi ^foiKiieing suggested, l he establishment of terest among the bo«h countries and ?f a spirit of good- people of the United those of Russia. School children are asked bring at least four pounds ?03d, wearable clothes, and a jmUt of shoes to their teachers. !Riey will be collected through the pub lic schools, taken to a local wstffe- house, sorted, and packed by members of patriotic and civic or ganizations, after which they will be forwarded to national head quarters at Russian War Relief, Inc. Warehouse, 401 Washington St., New York City. From there they will be sent to Russia. ’ In addition to the clothing,' many classrooms will send scrap books of their school and locality, portraying life in America for the Russian children. As EngJisti is being taught more and more to ' the Russian schools, these trated scrap books will do much to promote an intelligent undea> standing of the United States. In South Carolina, the drive is being directed from the State Depart ment of Education and all loct.1 patriotic, religious and civic or ganizations throughout the Stato are cooperating.