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The Newbery Sun, Newberry, S. C., Thursday, May 18, 1967—PAGE 6 MR. PUTNAM MR. WATBRS MR. ELLISOR MR. MEEKS Four supervisory employees of Newberry Mills, Inc. have recently been promoted, accord ing to L. E. Gatlin Jr., plant manager. William R. Putnam has been promoted from Overseer of the Preparation Department to General Overseer of the Prep aration and Cloth Departments. Prior to his transfer to the Preparation Department in 1965, he worked as a loom fix er in the Weaving Department, later being promoted to Assist ant Overseer. He was employed with Ab-' ney Mills in Woodruff before coming with Newberry Mills in 1962. He is married to the former Velma Casey of Enoree and they have three children; Ran dy, Jan and Kris Ann. The family resides at 1229 Hillcrest Road and are mem bers of the College St. Baptist church. Talmadge Ellisor has been promoted to Overseer of the Preparation Department. In 1960 he joined Newberry Mills as Assistant Overseer in the Weaving Department. He was later transferred to the Prep aration Department as Assist ant Overseer in May 1965. Before joining Newberry Mills he was associated with the Kendall Company, having worked in Edgefield, Albert ville, Alabama and Newberry. He is married to the former Irene Harmon and they have three children: Mrs. Tommy (Glenda) Gales who lives in Manning, Karen and Wayne. They live on Route 1, New berry and are members of Epting Memorial Methodist church. James W. Meeks has been promoted to 2nd shift Super visor in the Preparation De partment. James was employed with Newberry Mills in March 1963 in the Weaving Depart ment. In 1965 he was trans ferred to the Preparation De partment. Before his employment with Newberry Mills he has worked with Abney Mills, Greenville, J. P. Stevens, Laurens, and the S. C. Cotton Mills, Orangeburg. James and his wife, Sybil, have three children, James, Johnny and Sybil. They reside at 895 Fair street, Newberry. James and family are mem bers of West End . Baptist church. J. Earl Waters has been pro moted to 3rd shift Supervisor in the Preparation Department. He came with Newberry Mills in 1966 as Frequency Checker and later was transferred to Supervisory Training. Prior to joining Newberry Mills he was employed with Owens-Illinois, Newberry. Be fore this he was with the Tor- rington Co., Clinton. Earl attended Newberry High School and graduated in the class of 1958. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Waters, Route 4, Newberry. He is a member of Ebenezer Methodist church. NEW ADDRESSES Mr. and Mrs. William F, Garland have moved to 409 Wright street. Mr. and Mrs Winston C. Jones are now residing at 2511 Harrington street. Auxiliary has May meeting The American Legion Auxil iary met on Thursday, May 4 at the home of Mrs. L. C. Floyd. As guests arrived, they were invited into the dining room where delicious refresh ments were served from a pret tily decorated table. In the absence of the presi dent, Mrs. M. F. Bowler, the meeting was called to order by the vice president, Mrs. Ray Nobles. After the ritualistic service, a memorial service was con ducted by Mrs. L. G. McCul lough for three members who ' passed away during the past year: Mrs. Josie McAlhany, Mrs. Gene Mayfield and Mrs. Frank Lominack Sr. After the tribute, a hymn, “Jesus Lover Of My Soul” was sung by Miss Brantley Price and Miss Kiki Kirkland. Reports of officers and com mittees were heard. Mrs. F. Scott Elliott, Am ericanism chairman, reported that she received two essays. Miss Grace Summer, publici ty chairman reported that the scrapbook had been sent to Mrs. B. B. Sprouse, depart ment publicity chairman. Mrs. Fred Mitchell reported on legislation. Pennies were collected to be sent to the Philippines. Mrs. P. K. Harmon led in singing the hymn of the month Mothers Club names officers The Pre-School Mothers’ Club, Group I, held its annual Cook-out at the Lake Murray home of Mr. and Mrs. Gurnie Stuck on Wednesday afternoon May 10. There were 16 couples and approximately 25 children in attendance. The group en joyed the spacious grounds and participated in fishing, boat ing and swinging. Hamburgers, and hot dogs with the fixings were enjoyed by everyone. The group bade farewell to Nancy Martinson as she and “My Faith Looks Up To Thee.” Mrs. B. B. Sprouse gave some excerpts on Poppies, then Miss Sudie Dennis read a poem on the subject. Poppy Day will be observed on Saturday, May 27th. Mrs. L. G. McCullough, chair man of the nominating com mittee, made a partial report, which was accepted by the members. The time of the June meet ing was discussed and a motion was made that the plans be left with the hostesses as to whether it will be an afternoon or evening meeting. Miss Juanita Hipp, Mrs. Frank Lominack Jr., Mrs. Em erson Jones and Mrs. Haines were welcomed as visitors. The meeting was closed by the members praying together the Lord’s Prayer. her family will be moving from Newberry soon. The following new officers will serve in 1967-68. President: Mrs. Gurnie Stuck Vice president: Mrs. Gerald Hester. Sec.: Mrs. Reggie Brooks. Treas.: Mrs. Wayne Cart- rette. Chairman of Welfare Com mittee: Mrs. Terrell Sease. Chairman of Publicity Com mittee: Mrs. George Senn. The Mothers’ Club is made up of mothers of pre-school age children. The membership is limited to 25, and new mem bers are welcomed anytime the quota is not filled. The group participates in several charita ble activities, notably the Mo thers March of Dimes and the Easter Seal Sale. In addition, they give parties at Halloween and Easter for pre-school age children of the city. The group also aided a needy family at Christmas. The outgoing offi cers are: Mrs. Mike Chappell, president; Mrs. Wm. Monroe, vice president; Mrs. Gurnie Stuck, secretary; Mrs. Terrell Sease, treasurer; Mrs. Gerald Hester, publicity chairman and Mrs. Harry Grout, Welfare chairman. The next meeting will be held the third Friday in September. Hickory wood is ideal for un failing heat, even in the green ^tate. It will burn with a steady flame, leaving long-lasting hot coals that give a gourmet flavor to broiled meats. T & C DRY CLEANERS MASTER DRY CLEANING Bulk Dry Cleaning' by the pound DRAPES Dress Shirts laundered and placed on Hangers FREE — EASY PARKING Pick-up and delivery—Call 276-4096 1508 Nance Street Newberry Newberry Mills, Inc NEWBERRY, SOUTH CAROLINA PROUDLY HAILS National COHON WEEK AND URGES YOU TO USE MORE COTTON A PRODUCT WHICH SPELLS A GREAT FUTURE FOR THE SOUTH AND HER PEOPLE • ' ' '' • - . ■ ■ ■ •• • '.' ' / We at Newberry Mills, Inc., are pleased to participate in the Celebration of National Cotton Week