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PAGE 8—The Newberry Sun, Newberry, S. C., Thursday, March 28, 1968 War waged against VD The Auxiliary to the New berry County Medical Society met on March 18 at Newberry Inn with Mrs. William W. King and Mrs. Virgil Rinehart as hostesses. Mrs. Rinehart presented the program entitled Facts and Fallacies About Venereal Dis eases. The subject is the na tion’s number one communi cable disease problem, the current rate being over a mil lion new cases a year. After World War II there was a steady decline in venereal dis ease due to the use of peni cillin, but since 1957 there has been a marked insrease. Fifty- six percent of the total number of new infections are in adoles cents 15 to 24 years old. In an effort to encourage prevention and prompt treatment of VD, the American Medical Associa tion has launched a national health education campaign against VD. The aim of the campaign is to acquaint the public with the nature of VD and to en courage people to seek treat ment if VD infection is suspect ed. Physicians, parents, and young people must face the problem squarely to reverse re cent trends. Much of the rise of VD is due to ignorance and complacency on the part of both young people and adults. Far too many people are not aware of the dangers of VD, or how it is transmitted. They seem unaware of the fact that VD can blind, cripple and even kill. As to the problem of edu cating people to the facts a- bout VD, physicians are con tinually amazed by the myths that surround this subject. Some think once treated for VD, a person cannot become re infected. This is erroneous. The victim who has recovered from one attack can easily contract it again if he exposes himself to an infected partner. When a person becomes in fected with syphilis, there are no signs for 10 days to three weeks. Even a blood test would not indicate the presence of the germ during this period. A sore may or may not develop, which can go unnoticed as it does not hurt or itch. The sore will heal without treatment, but the patient is not cured. Two to six months later he enters RITZ THEATRE THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY Barbara Rhoades, Jackie Coogan, Donald Knotts The Shakiest Gun in the West MONDAY and TUESDAY Wendy Hiller, Paul Scofield, Robert Shaw, Orson Welles. A Man for All Seasons Clover Leaf FRIDAY and SATURDAY Firecreek James Stewart, Henry Fon da, Inger Stevens SUNDAY The Naked Runner Frank Sinatra, Nadie Gray Always a Color Cartoon the second stage of syphilis. He may develop fever, sore throat and severe headaches. At this time skin conditions de velop which range from a fine, almost unnoticeable rash to oozing sores. Often there are spots on the scalp where the hair drops out. After the sec ond stage has passed the syph ilis germ may remain hidden in the body for 10 or more years before any damage ap pears, then suddenly the victim may become crippled, develop heart disease, blood vessel dis ease, blindness or insanity. A pregnant woman with untreat ed syphilis may pass it on to her unborn child often causing a deformed or still-born child. The administration of adequate doses of penicillin during the first 18 weeks of pregnancy can prevent infection of the unborn child. If a person thinks he has been exposed to syphilis, he or she should put embarrassment aside and specifically ask to be checked. Caught in the early stages, syphilis and gonorrhea can be cured easily and inex pensively. The public owes it to them selves to become well informed on all aspects of VD. Parents, educators, and physicians should include information a- bout VD as a part of the sex education of children. High school and college students have a responsibility to bring the serious implications of VD‘ to the attention of their friends and others in the community. They can demand the right to become well informed about the basic facts of all communica ble diseases .including VD. The S. C. Department of Public Health will be glad to visit High schools on request and present programs and films on VD. Mrs. Rinehart was thanked by the president, Mrs, Sydney Carter for this very worth while program. Several items of business were discussed. A delicious luncheon was enjoyed. French music is subject of dub meeting The March meeting of the Newberry Music Club was held at the home of Mrs. Hart Jor dan on Boundary street. After the meeting was called to or der by Mrss Lorraine Paris, president, Mrs. A1 Busby in troduced the hymn of The Month “Lead Kindly Light.” The wordr of this great hymn were written by John Henry Newman in 1833 as a personal prayer for spiritual guidance. The hymn tune, Lux Benigna, was written by John B. Dykes, an outstanding English com poser of hymn tunes. The club sang this hymn accompanied by Prof. Darr Wise at the pia no. After the minutes of the last meeting were read by Mrs. Furman Sterling and the treas urer's report was given by J. D. French, the chairman of the membership committee, Mrs. Hart Jordan, announced that the club had voted to re ceive two new members, Miss Carolyn Lane and Mrs. Sara Alice Kinard. A very informative and en joyable program on French music was given by Mi's. John Wagner. She stated that there are three climactic periods in TAX SERVICE TAX SERVICE Federal and State Phone 276-5520 T. L. BROOKS PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT TWO LOCATIONS 1400 MAIN STREET (Office with Peoples Discount Corp.) HIGHWAY 76 AND WISE ST. EXTENSION (In office with Peoples Disc- French music: an early one, (1150-1450) during which France was the undisputed leader in musical development; another during the Baroque era; and a third one of the modern French music beginn ing with Berlioz. The minuet, gavotte and bouree originated in the 17th century when French music was under the patronage of the Count of Ver sailles. Berlioz used the classi cal forms of the symphony quarter, and variation, and his symphonic works are import ant in French music of the 19th century. Modern French music found its most character istic expression in impression ism which was prepared by Lalo and Chabrier and brought to full realization by Debussy and Ravel. Several performances of French music were given by members of the club in con nection with Mrs. Wagner’s program. Those who rendered selections were Mrs. Carolyn Savko, Prof. Darr Wise, Mrs. Kemper Lake, Mrs. Hart Jor dan, Prof, and Mrs. John Wag ner. After the meeting was ad journed, delicious refreshments were served by the hostess, Mrs. Hart Jordan, asisted by Mr. and Mrs. Meredith Harmon and Mrs. Paul Savko. UDC chapter holds meeting Drayton Rutherford Chapter, UDC, met March 15 at the lovely home of Mr. and Mrs. O. F. Armfield Sr. Mrs. Fras ier Sanders, Mrs. W. C. Arm- field and Mrs. Alfred Schriver were the hostesses. Mrs. Ralph B. Baker, chapter president, presided. Mrs. John C. Chappell led in the ritual, and the pledge and salute to the flags. Mrs. Baker stated that a committee from the UDC has been appointed to see that his torical furniture, pictures and architecture of the nation’s capitol building will be pre served. Mrs. Leon Nichols gave an interesting and informative talk on Project Battlefield at Gettysburg, Penna. The UDC has ben asked to help purchase 20 acres at Gettysburg. This is a project of the Greenville Jaycees. Mrs. Ralph P. Baker reported that the Children of the Con federacy were asked to buy a deed for one square foot of land at Gettysburg for $1. Mrs. M. F. Bowler introduc ed Mrs. S. C. Floyd, who gave a program on “Social Life at the Confederate Capitals.” —Montgomery and Richmond. A beautiful home was provided for Jefferson Davis and his family in each of these cities. Mrs. Floyd discussed furnish ings, homes, parties and teas of this period. She showed in teresting pictures of these ac tivities and homes. Members were incited into the dining room for refresh ments. Mrs. D. O. Carpenter presided at the table. City Building Permits Building permits issued by the City last week totaled $131,- 757.50. They were issued to: Henry Davis, 821 Crosson St.; C. L. Dowd, 814 James St.- Maurice Moseley, Victory St.; Elmer Epting, Wise St.; Louis Floyd, Pope St.; Dr. J. E. Grant, 1103 Friend St.; Jes sie Dean, Eleanor St.; Herman Eddy, 2435 Fulmer Ave.; W. E. Summer, 1625 Clarkson Ave., repairs. Whitaker Funeral Home, College street, alterations and repairs; Mutual Builders, Inc., erect dwelling; Kendall Mills, Railroad Avenue, addition. Tribute atDAR The following tribute was given to the memory of Mrs. Florence Bowman Summer at the March meeting of Jasper Chapter, DAR: With a deep sense of loss and bereavement we record the passing, on January 29, 1968, of one of Jasper Chapter’s most beloved members, Mrs. Florence Bowman Summer. Mrs. Sum mer, a daughter of Katie Ew art and Charles Bowman, was born in Newberry and lived all of her life here. She was married to T. Roy Summer, a prominent merchant, who died some years ago. Two sons survive, T. Roy Jr., and C. Walter Summer, also five grandchildren. Although she was keenly in terested in patriotic organiza tions, being a member of Calvin Crozier Chapter, UDC and the American Legion Auxiliary, as well as the D. A. R., Mrs. Sum mer’s first concern was for her home and church. The Mary E. Hipp Bible Class and the Lutheran Church Women of the Lutheran Church of The Redeemer had no mem ber more faithfud than she. Mrs. Summer will be missed by a wide circle of friends, for she possessed the rare qualities of the genteel lady which few in our fast-moving world take time to cultivate. We shall remember her gracious manner, her warm personality, and her beautiful smile. Surely the poet must have had someone like Florence Summer in mind when he wrote But to know her was to love her . . . ” “To live in hearts we leave behind Is not to die.” Social Security Information Many people in Newberry county will not have medicare protection to help pay doctor bills and other medical bills— unless they sign up by April 1. Those who sign up in time will be able to get the new benefits effective July 1. Those who don’t will not be able to get medicare until July 1969— and then at additional cost. Most people age 65 or over have been mailed cards which should be returned to social security. All that is needed is to check either the “Yes” or “No” block, sign it, and send it back. Any person who did not get a card in the mail or lost it should get in touch with the Social Security office The premium for those who enroll on time will be $4 a month, matched dollar for dollar by the Government—so the insur ance is worth twice the amount each person pays. Anyone who enrolls after their first chance will have to pay an additional premium of 40c a month above the $4. More than 9 out of 10 people over 65 now have this import- ant protection. If you are a rel ative or friend of an elderly person who has reading diffi culty or is a bit absent-minded, we suggest you check with them to make sure he or she does not miss this opportunity. Time is short! The Social Security Office at 219 Magnolia Avenue in Green wood will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and un til 9 p.m. on Monday, April 1, to help anyone who cannot con tact them during regular hours. The telephone number is OR 3-1711. RUBBER STAMPS — Made at THE SUN OFFICE on same day order received. Wedding Invitations at The Sun Office. SCAT camp deadline near ROCKY HILL.—April 1st is the deadline for applications for Winthrop College’s 5 th an nual Summer Camp for Aca demically Talented (SCAT) junior high school students. Application forms are avail able from school principals or counselors or from Winthrop. The SCAT camp will be held July 8 through Aug. 2. Some 100 scholastically outstanding eighth and ninth grade stu dents, both boys and girls, are expected to attend the camp. Costs for room, board, in surance and medical fees, ex cluding drugs, will be $285. The enrichment program will include work in modern chem istry or biology, introductory Chinese or conversational French, and instruction in ten nis, swimming, golf and bowl ing. SCAT students will use the College’s science and language laboratories and the facilities of the physical education de partment. Applicants for the Summer Camp must have completed grades eight or nine by June. They must have demonstrated high academic aptitude in group standardized tests, be ing advanced at least 2 years above grade level in general achievement as measured by these tests. Additional information or ap plication forms may be obtain ed from J. J. Godbold, direc tor, Winthrop Summer Camp, Winthrop College, Rock Hill, S. C. 29730. Sorority to be initiated Ceremonies this weekend will mark the initiation of a New berry College sisterhood as a pledge colony of Kappa Delta national sorority. Kappa Delta’s national pres ident, Mrs. J. H. Merril, of Spence Port, N. Y., will lead a group of visiting dignitaries who will take part in the in stallation. Concluding event will be a reception in Smeltzer Hall from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday afternoon. SEEKS SEAT ON (Continued from page 1) spent. ” Mr. Mathis is a native of Greenville and was educated at Clemson University from which he received a B. S. degree in Agriculture. A veteran of the second World War, he served seven years in the Army, 25 months overseas in France, Germany and Austria. For three years he was an ROTC instructor at the University of California. The candidate is connected with Choice Quality Mills, Inc. (formerly Spartan Grain and Mill Co.) as contract supervis or. Before coming to Newberry he was manager of Southeast ern Turkey Ranch in Sumter for seven years and was tur key specialist for the State for a year. He is 2nd vice-President of the Dixie Poultry Exposition; member of the board of direct ors of the S. C. Turkey Federa tion; aridpast president of the S. C. Poultry Improvement As sociation, S. C. Turkey Federa tion, and S. C. Poultry Health Association. He is secretary-treasurer of the Bulldog Booster club of Newberry high; vice-president of the Band Parents Associa tion, and president of Little Boys Baseball League. Mr. Mathis’ wife is the form er Miss Marty McClain of Shel by, N. C., a teacher at Newber ry high school. Their children are Ricky and Skipper, who at tend Newberry high, and Julia and Blair, twins in the 8th grade at Junior high.