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The Newberry Sun, Newberry, S. C., Thursday, Sept. 26, 1968—PAGE 5 Civic League hears talk by Mrs. Duffie Mrs. George S. Duffie, Sr. presented the program at the meeting of the Newberry Civic League September 24 at the Community Hall. She chose as her topic, “Art and Driftwood Arrangements”. Mrs. Duffie began her re marks by reminiscing about the early days at Oriental, N. C. by the Neuse River. As she lis tened to the chirps of the sea guls and looked at other nat ural surroundings, images of unusual things and places would appear before her, she said. There is an island near her native home which is deserted. She visited it during the past summer and collected pieces of driftwood which, through work and insight, has developed into beautiful patterns of nature’s art such heads and bodies of an imals and other forms of sea life. After discussing her arrange ments and other pieces of drift wood, she displayed several of her own paintings, the most not able ones being scenes show ing egrets, her favorite birds. She also demonstrated some pieces of hand painted china. Prof. F. Scott Elliott, Sr., president of the Civic League, thanked her for her inspiration al display and comments on her work. He recognized Mrs. A. L. Ma ture, president, and other mem bers of the Newcomers Club were special guests. He then conducted a memorial service for Mrs. Eugene S. Blease who passed away recently, and Mrs. Cannon G. Blease who passed away last summer. They were long-time and faithful members of the Civic League and will be greatly missed. Mrs. Richard L. Baker, chair man of beautification, reported on the sucessful “clean-up day” held September 21. Mrs. F. Scott Elliott, mem bership and yearbook chairman, reported 126 paid members. Mrs. W. M. Garlington was elected recording secretary. Mrs. Ralph Baker, chairman of National and Civil Defense, announced that the next pro gram, October 22, would be on this important phase of Civic League work. Presenting Cadillac for nineteen sixty-nine I 0« dCCUlNCt Above, the 1969 Fleetwood Eldorado. Below, the 1969 Hardtop Sedan deVille. Cadillac Motor Car Division, Even Cadillac has never built one like this! The craftsmen who engineer and build Cadillacs are ac customed to creating the finest of motor cars, but they take special pride in these brilliant 1969 models. A single glance at this automotive masterpiece reveals striking poise and beauty, dramatically new, yet unmistak ably Cadillac. For 1969, Cadillac’s traditional dignity is com plemented by youthful styling unique in the luxury field. New concepts in comfort and convenience. The 1969 Cadillac is completely new inside, with major innovations in design, convenience and decor. A newly contoured "control center” instrument panel makes controls even more accessible, and virtually surrounds passen gers with luxurious protection and convenience. A smoother, more responsive engine. Cadillac’s great 472 V 8 engine—the largest V-8 ever to power a production passenger car—is smoother, quieter and more responsive. Never before has power been em ployed so efficiently in the operation of a car and its equip ment. And for 1969 front disc brakes are provided. Your judgment is invited. There are eleven different models ot the 1969 Cadillac, more than is offered by any other luxury car manufacturer. Each is truly a masterpiece from the master craftsmen. Your authorized Cadillac dealer welcomes your personal inspection of this once-in-a-lifetime motor car. Stop by and drive one at your earliest opportunity. We think you’ll agree that this is the greatest Cadillac ever built. THE NEW 1969 CADILLACS ARE NOW ON DISPLAY AT YOUR AUTHORIZED CADILLAC DEALER’S