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PERFECTION IN TEXTILES--A SLATER FAMILY TRADITION SINCE 1790

THE SLATER NEWS Vol. 3 Slater, S.C., February 8, 1945 No. 3 [Sketch--Old Slater Mill [Sketch--Slater Mill PAWTUCKET, R.I. SLATER, SO. CAROLINA EST. 1790] 1943]

[Column 1] Dr. Daniel Of Clemson College Lectures to Slater Audience "There are many keys to success," said Dr. D. W. Daniel, Dean Emeritus and professor of English of Clemson College in his lecture at Slater Hall on January 25, 1943, on the subject, "Keys to Success." Dr. Daniel was the fourth speaker in a series of lectures being sponsored by the Slater Community Association for the people of Slater. The first of these lectures was given in October when Dr. Charles Haddon Nabors, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, of Greenville, was the speaker. He was foollowed by Dr. George D. Heaton, Pastor of the Myers Park Baptist Church, of Charlotte, N.C., as the second speaker,, with his lecture coming in November. In December, the third speaker was Dr. Nicholas P. Mitchell, News Commentator from Radio Station WFBC and professor of political science of Furman University, Greenville, S.C. In his address, Dr. Daniel especially stressed the key of courtesy and strongly urged his hearers to practice this fine quality. He especially emphasized this fact because the South has long been known for its courtesy and hospitality and it would be a pity to let this fine Southern custom disappear. The speaker continued by saying people must cooperate in their efforts, for no one can achieve anything without help from some other person. Dr. Daniel also stressed the key to success known as work, for he said that success did not fall into anyone's lap, but came because men possessed visions and by hard work strove to achieve their goals. Dr. Daniel spoke in his usual eloquent manner which marks him as one of South Carolina's leading public speakers. His address was thoroughly enjoyed by those attending and it goes without saying those who were absent missed a real treat. The program was opened by the audience standing and singing "The Star Spangled Banner," our national anthem. Mrs. E. A. McGill, of Slater, led the audience in singing. Mrs. Frank A. Cook played the piano accompaniment. The invocation was pronounced by Mr. R. P. Canham, manager of the Slater Commissary. A special group of young ladies from the Woman's College of Furman University was to have been present and rendered special music for the occasion, but due to the sudden illness of the father of one of the young ladies, this group was unable to be present, however, Mrs. Frank A. Cook and Miss Patricia Summey of Slater (Con't. on page 2, col. 3)

[Column 2] NEXT LECTURER IS DR. E. J. TRUEBLOOD W. Earle Reid, Director of Educational Recreation, has announced that the fifth in a series of lectures being held at Slater Hall during the fall and winter months will be delivered by Dr. E. J. Trueblood, of the Department of Sociology, Limestone College, Gaffney, South Carolina. This lecture will take place on February 22, at Slater Hall at eight o'clock in the evening. Dr. Trueblood's subject will be "If We Are To Have That Bright New World." Dr. Trueblood is well known as a lecturer of note and was connected with Furman University before going to Limestone College. His chosen field is sociology, which in itself is the science dealing with human beings. This fact alone would qualify Dr. Trueblood to speak about people and conditions in the post war world, even if he were not the gifted speaker that he is. Further announcements will be made later, however, it is hoped a large and enthusiastic audience will be present to hear Or. Trueblood when he comes to Slater on February 22. ________ Next Films At Library Feb. 13 The Slater Library was the scene of special educational 16 MM motion pictures on January 17th. The hour of the show was 7:30 P.M. At that time, those attending saw a film entitled "Dynamic New York." This picture portrayed a travelogue of New York City and showed outstanding points of interest such as the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Empire State Building, Coney Island, Broadway at night, and scenes of Radio City and the Music Hall. The film was a very interesting one. The second film shown was entitled, "Give Me Liberty." This scene was in technicolor and showed Virginia as a Colony in 1765, just before the Colonies combined to declare their independence of Great Britain. The chief interest in this scene was the famous oration of Patrick Henry in which he quotes the famous "Give me liberty or give me death." The audience found this film very interesting, as many of our early heroes were portrayed in this picture, among whom were Washington and Jeffereson. The third film, dealt with "Drunk Driving" and showed (Con't. on page 3, col. 1)

[Column 3] [Photo in column 3] MISS BARNETT ENTERS COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY [End of photo in column 3]

Word has been received that Miss Sarah Frances Barnett is to enter Columbia University, New York, N.Y., to begin work leading to the Master of Arts degree in dietetics. Miss Barnett has recently completd her course at Winthrop College, Rock Hill, South Carolina, in three and one-half years, which in itself is no easy accomplishment. While at Winthrop she was a member of Phi Upsilon Omicron, National Home Economics Fraternity. She received her B.S. degree on January 21, 1944, and majored in institutional management. Miss Barnett is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Barnett, of Marietta, South Carolina. Her preliminary education was received in Slater-Marietta Schools, where she did all of her grade and high school work. She graduated in the Class of 1941, entering Winthrop College in September of that same year. A brother of Miss Barnett is James Barnett, who won one of the Slater Scholarships and is now a student at Clemson College. Two other brothers, Charles and Wheeler, are now students in the Slater-Marietta Schools. The entire Slater-Marietta Community wishes to congratulate Miss Barnett upon her achievements and wishes her well as she goes about the task of earniing her Masters degree at Columbia University.

[Box in column 3] Income Tax Returns The Employment Office wishes to announce that beginning February 12, 1945, it will offer its facilities in assisting employees of S. Slater and Sons, Inc. in filling out their income tax returns. Employees can greatly assist in this work by being sure to bring with them a statement of their earnings for the entire year of 1944 when they come for this service. [End of box in column 3]

[Column 4] PAYROLL CHECKS AT EMPLOYMENT OFFICE The Employment Office is holding a number of payroll checks. Since these checks are the property of the people to whom they are drawn, the Employment Office desires to see them delivered. Persons may receive their checks by calling or writing the Employment Office of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., Slater, S.C., and enclose a stamped self-addressed envelope. Checks are being held for the following named persons: Mildred Addis, Mary Jones Barbary, Grace W. Barnette, Nancy Bishop, James P. Burdett, Clarence M. Burnett, Ray Burnett, Earle W. Casey, Billy Edward Center, Oscar C. Chastain, Marie Cobb, Pearl R. Collins, Jannie Wilson Dudley, Marvin Elmer Finley, John L. Fowler, Charles Gosnell, Myrtle C. Grayson, Charles W. Hamet, Horace L. Harris, Doris Cox Hart, Virgie Greene Harvey, Adger Hawkins. Also, Florace L. Hayden, Claude S. Heath, Gladys L. Huffman, Benson L. James, Patrick A. Jamison, George M. Johnson, Charley Tripp McCall, Nettie W. McGill, Horace V. McJunkin, harvey E. Mulnex, Mildred W. Norris, Annie O. Peterson, George Peterson, Pearl A. Price, Georgie Cumy Scroggins, Maude Smith, James J. Stewart, Annie Belle Suggs, Miles L. Tipton, Eloise Dodd Trotter, Leora T. Ward and Estelle Williamson. ________ Mother of Local Man Passes Away Friends of Mr. and Mrs. W. Earle Reid, of Slater, were saddened to learn of the death of Mr. Reid's mothers, Mrs. Lillie Victoria Mullinax Reid, who died at the family residence near Campobello on Friday, January 26, at 1:15 P.M. Mrs. Reid was a highly esteemed citizen of her community and was known and loved by hundreds of people with whom she lived and mingled. She had been ill for some time but had borne her afflictions with Christian fortitude unto the end. As the wife of a minister, Mrs. Reid was often called upon to aid her husband in his work, and by her Christian influence she was able to help many who came in contact with her. By birth, Mrs. Reid was a North Carolinian. She was born and reared at Grover, N.C., being a daughter of the late Willliam I. C. Mullinax and Elizabeth Eetters Mullinax. At the age of 13 she came to Spartanburg, S.C. to live adn spent the remainder of her life in South Carolina. Mrs. Reid was interested in the advancement of all things that tended to better her com(Con't. on page 4, col. 4)

[Column 5] Methodist Hear Many Speakers At Greenville A number of Slater Methodists attended a mass meeting of all Methodist churches in the Greenville District at Buncombe Street Methodist Church in Greenville on January 21, at 7:30. This meeting was in connection wtih the movement known as "The Crusade For Christ." The program opened with a hymn "Heralds of Christ," after which a prayer was offered by Dr. J. W. Shackford, Pastor of the Buncombe Street Church. Dr. B. Rhett Turnipseed, District Superintendent, introduced Mrs. L. L. Hardin, Presiodent of the Woman's Society of Christian Service, Upper South Carolina Conference. Mrs. Hardin told, in her address, how women of the Woman's Society of Christian Service will work shoulder to shoulder with the men in the "Crusade for Christ." Dr. W. K. Greene, President of Wofford College and Chairman of the Conference Crusade Council, also addressed the audience. Dr. Green stressed the importance of being good witnesses for Christ if we are good Methodists. He stated that the "Crusade for Christ" is the greatest opportunity that will ever come to any Methodists. He also told of many fields of service that can be rendered in foreign and home missions in this war-torn world. Bishop Clare Purcell, Bishop of the Charlotte Methodist Church area, was also a speaker on this occasion. He said that God is speaking to us in three words: World relief, Stewardship, and re-construction. Bishop Purcell presented Dr. Gaither P. Warfield, Missionary to Poland. Dr. Warfield delivered an interesting address on "World Relief and Crusade for Christ." In Dr. Warfield's address, he described life in Poland after the country was invaded by the Germans. Dr. Warfield held the attention of the audience. He was a missionary to Poland, having gone there in 1924. He was arrested by the Gestapo in 1941 and spent a month in a political prison in Warsaw. In June, 1942, he was included in an exchange of interned Germans and American Citizens arranged by tghe Swiss government. Persons attending this meeting from Slater were: Mr. and Mrs. E. A. McGill, Mr. Caroll McGill, Mrs. Lucille McMullan, Miss Ruth Taylor, Mrs. R. H. Atkinson, Mrs. Thomas Dublin, Mrs. Ted Addington, Mrs. Nancy Hopson, and Mr. Sam Addington.

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Page Two THE SLATER NEWS February 8, 1945

[Column 1] The Slater News Published Every Two Weeks By S. Slater & Sons, Inc. Established 1790 In The Interest of Its Employees

STAFF Robert H. Atkinson Editor Margaret P. Hester Asst. Editor REPORTERS Weave Room: B. O. Godfrey, Ernestine McCall, Savilla Moon, Jeanette Godfrey, Nellie Barnette, Lillie Dill, Walker Reid, Gladys Cox, Rosalee Cox and Sara C. Chitwood. Preparation Dept.: Jessie Vassey, Dorothy Hawkins, Julia Brown, Mildred Mull, Mary Wallace, Lucille Tate, Ruby Drury, Nellis Ruth Payne, Stanley Hawkins. Cloth Room: Jessie M. Smith, Elsie Raxter. Community. Mrs. Raymond Johnson, W. Earle Reid, Ruby P. Reid, Doris F. Atkinson. ________ EDITORIALS Advantages How many of us stop to consider the advantages of life we enjoy? Do we seek to improve these advantages, if they get out of line, or do we merely complain and sulk about them. Perhaps if we think about the many advantages we enjoy, we would be prone to utilize them to our own uses better than we do at the present. To ennumerate all of the advantages of life here would fill volumes; however, we believe we can view a few. First of all, we are Americans, and as Americans we enjoy living in the best country on the face of the globe. This is an advantage no one should ever forget. Our soldiers serving in foreign lands will no doubt be able to testify to this fact upon their return from the war. We enjoy the advantage of living in a beautiful section of the country, for there is no more beautiful place than the Village of Slater in which to live. We wonder if we realize to the fullest extent that this is so. We have an excellent place in which to work. This certainly is a distinct advantage and many workers would envy us our work here at Slater. We are blessed by having good churches at Slater. When we consider the fact that residents of other lands do not have this advantage, we can see that we are well blessed in this respect. We have very good medical facilities at Slater, which is a distinct advantage in the life of any community. The facilities of our recreational life here are pretty well developed, as we have motion pictures, lectures, the library, playground supervision, and many other forms of recreation for our people. Do we take advantage of these facilities? Last but not least, we have an excellent school system at Slater but we often wonder if it is appreciated and utilized to the best advantage.

[Column 2] Ladies Hear Nursery Plans The regular monthly meeting of the Slater-Marietta Civic Club was held on January 18 at the Slater Library with a large number of members present. The devotional exercises were in charge of Mrs. Delia Miller who read a passage of scripture from the Psalms. Mrs. Charles T. Thompson pronounced the invocation. At the conclusion of the devotional exercises, the meeting went under the head of business and reports were received. Mrs. Frank A. Cook reported that $75.00 of the club money had been spent for kitchen equipment to be used in the kitchen at Slater Hall. Miss Inez Graham, President of the Club, reported that the following Red Cross work had recently been completed and had been turned in to Red Cross authorities: four khaki sweaters, four Navy watch caps and twenty kit bags. Miss Graham also reported that one afghan was almost completed and upon completion would be turned over to the Red Cross authorities. A committee reported that plans had been completed for the collection of garbage in the village. The plans calls for the collection of garbage twice each month. The program of the evening was in charge of a committee from the Dunean Nursery. This committee was composed of Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Mimms, Mrs. Sautrice and Mrs. Brannon. This committee gave a detailed report on the operation of the day nursery at Dunean mill in Greenville and was very interesting to members of the club in view of the fact that quite a bity of interest is being shown in the establishment of a day nursery at Slater. At the conclusion of this business, the club adjourned to meet again at its regular time in February. ________ CARD OF THANKS Mrs. Ruth Duffie and family wish to thank the employees of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., for their great kindness during the recent illness and death of their husband and father, Mr. A. B. Duffie. Mrs. Ruth Duffie and Family. ________ All of these things are advantages that should not be taken lightly and it is our duty as citizens to develop these advantages to their utmost. If each man, woman and child will do his part to see that the best efforts are put forth for life at Slater, our advantages will be multiplied, but if we allow opportunities to go by and fail to do our part by taking advantage of the things that are here for us, we can enjoy life here to just that extent only. The time to begin to take advantage of our advantages at Slater is NOW and not in some distant future. The Slater News urges people to do their part in taking advantage of the facilities here in order that all of us may enjoy the more abundant life.

[Column 3] Cloth Roomn Chatter Pfc. Clarence B. Sharpe, husband of Mrs. Lucille Sharpe, is now stationed in Alabama. She hopes to join him in a few days' time. Little Frances and Bobby Hawkins, of Travelers Rest, were the weekend guests of Mrs. Mildred Coleman. Miss Janie McCluney spent the weekend near Chesnee with Mrs. Idessa Tate. Miss Clara Talley was the supper guest of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Hall and their daughter, Ollie Mae, recently. Mrs. Margaret Gossett has been absent for the past few days due to the illness of her husband. We all wish for him a very speedy recovery and hope Margarret will soon be back with us again. Miss Clara Farthing entertained Miss Elsie Raxter in her home last weekend. Mrs. Jessie Smith visited Mrs. W. D. Brakefield in Charlotte last weekend. Mrs. Carrie Reaves, a former employee of our department, was given a lovely shower Tuesday night at the home of her mother, Mrs. Cora Dunean, at Union Bleachery. Mrs. J. W. Bishop, sister of Miss Mable Kemp, announces the birth of a six pound boy, who has been named Kenneth Gary. Mrs. Ruth Goldsmith and a party of friends enjoyed a trip to Brevard, N.C. on a recent Sunday. On their return they stopped by Caesar's Head, climbing the tower there. Mrs. Duff Stroud and Mr. Walter Alexander are being missed on second shift due to illness. Everyone wishes them a speedy recovery. Miss Elsie Raxter spent an enjoyable weekend in Slater with Miss Clara Farthing recently. Everyone around Slater will miss the smiles and carrot top of J. G. (Red) Southerlin, first shift dope boy, as he reports he is joining the Navy. Best of luck, Red! Miss Elsie Raxter had as her guest recently, Miss Frankie Moore, of Brevard. ________ Dr. Daniel Lectures (Con't. from page 1, col. 1) were pressed into service at the eleventh hour and delighted those present with a piano duet and a vocal solo by Miss Summey accompanied by Mrs. Cook at the piano. Much credit is due these musicians who so greatly added their contributions in making the program a success. Due to the serious illness of Mr. Reid's mother and the uncertainty of events, Robert H. Atkinson, Employment Manager of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., acted as presiding officer in place of W. Earl Reid, Director of Educational Recreation, and introduced those taking part on the program. Mr. and Mrs. Reid were able to be present, however, and were members of the audience. All present were glad of this fact as the major portion of the credit in making these lectures a success is due to the untiring efforts of Mr. Reid. Mr. Atkinson made various announcements and then presentend J. A. White, Plant Manager of S. Slater and Sons

[Column 4] [Box in columns 4 and 5] GOINGS-ON-----IN WEAVE ROOMS - [End of box in columns 4 and 5]

Mrs. Evelyn Duckery spent the weekend with her sister, Mrs. Jack Reed in Asheville, N.C., recently, and had a delightful time. We are happy to have with us as a loom fixer, Mr. Lee Ward. Mrs. Kate Deaton has received a letter from her brother, Pvt. Edward Hughes, saying he has arrived safely in England. We are sorry Mr. Jasper Voyles had to leave us. He has entered the U.S. Navy. We extend him our best wishes and wish him the best of luck. We are glad to see Miss Janie Clody back on the job after being ill with double pneumonia for several weeks. Mrs. Gladys Huffman is back at work again after having had a foot injury. Mrs. Aileen Bates informs us that her husband, who suffered a heart attack last week, is much better. Misses Nellie and Beatrice Henderson, Mrs. Louise Moore and son, of Pickens, and M. T. Henderson, of Greenville, were recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. William Moore, father of Mrs. Louise Moore, of Clarksville, Georgia. Miss Louise Cagle, of Knoxville, Tenn., Miss Jewell Bayne, of Travelers Rest, and Mrs. Ella Mae Dudley of Brunswick, Ga., were the recent guests of Nellie Barnette. Misses Peggy and Inez Hollaway and Eveleen Goldsmith, nieces and sister of Mrs. T. L. Camden, were recent guests in Mrs. Camden's home. Despite the recent bad weather and rough roads, Mr. S. H. Moore went joy-riding with his mule and wagon. Mrs. Priscilla Bruce was in Greenville Sunday, visiting her son, Rance, Jr., at the General Hospital, who is getting along nicely. He expects to be home again very soon. ________ Inc., who introduced Dr. Daniel. Mr. White is a graduate of Clemson College, and while a student at that institution attended English Classes under Dr. Daniel. Ushers for this lecture were a group of men from the Slater Church of God and were: Messrs. Lee V. Duncan, G. R. Davis, E. F. Epps, W. L. Peterson, and G. F. Masters. Allen Suttle, Assistant to the Industrial Relations Manager of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., was the chief usher. H. C. Carter, General Manager of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., from greensboro, N.C., was present and was presented to the audienced. At the conclusion of Dr. Daniel's address, the Benediction was pronounced by Mr. Atkinson. This concluded the ceremonies of the evening. ________ FLIGHT KITS FOR WOUNDED. Red Cross flight kits are provided wounded men evacuated from the Middle East to hospitals back home. Kits contain games, magazines, candy, and other items.

[Column 5] Mr. and Mrs. James Nix, of Slater, have left the village to move to Detroit, where they will work in a war plant. We are very sorry our loom fixer, Mr. J. C. Cox, isn't feeling up to par these days. We are glad to have Dora Addington back on the job after being out due to illness for several days. We welcome Mrs. G. E. Ballenger to third shift. Welcome is extended Sam Addington who is back at work on third shift. Misses Edna and Elizabeth McPherson plan to visit in Gastonia this weekend. Misses Mary Dodson and Mirian Brown were the hostesses at a party given recently at a party given recently at the home of Mary Dodson. A large number attended and everyone had an enjoyable time. Aubrey and Pearl Ledford, sons of Mrs. Jettie Ledford, have returned to duty after 26 days' furlough. Seaman Cecil A. Barnett, of Norfolk, Va., and Leland T. Barnett, of Norman, Okla., were recent visitors of relatives and friends here. They're both former employees of our plant in the Weave Room. ________ [Box in column 5] [Cartoons] the LIGHTER SIDE by Walty Ditzen

Safety-Safety-Safety-Baloney! LOOK, CLOSELY, WHO'S TALKIN'!

SHUR I C'N DRIVE--CARRY ME OUT TO TH' CAR AN' I'LL PROVE IT!

OVER 2,000,000 U.S. WORKERS WERE INJURED OFF THE JOB IN 1944!

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February 8, 1945 THE SLATER NEWS Page Three

[Column 1] [Box in columns 1 and 2] PREPARATION DEPARTMENT N-E-W-S [End of box in columns 1 and 2]

Mrs. Callie Bates recently visited her mother and other relatives in Savannah, Georgia. While there, Mrs. Bates had the pleasure of spending some time with her brother who has just returned from active duty on the Aleutian Islands. We are glad to have Helen Jones back on the job after being off for quite a while. Pvt. Elmer Rice, husband of Mrs. Harley Rice, has returned to his base at Fort Benning, Georgia, after spending a three days' leave with his family. Mrs. R. B. Dugger, Jr., of Charleston, S.C., is spending a week with her mother-in-law, Mrs. R. B. Dugger, Sr., and Mary Jane Dugger, of Marietta. Mrs. Louise Hughes has received word from the War Department that her husband, Pvt. Jesse H. Hughes, was seriously wounded in action in Belgium on December 22nd. Pvt. Hughes has five brothers in [unfinished sentence] Mrs. Louise Hughes motored to Belton, S.C., on Sunday to be with her husband's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M.Hughes. Mrs. Lucille Selmon and Mrs. Maxilee Keisler were the weekend guests of Mrs. Jim Martin. Friends of Mr. Herman Walls will be sorry to know he is unable to be on the job due to his being ill with influenza. Mothers working int he Preparation Department and living in the Ebenezer Community were frantic for a few minutes January 5th, when word came that the school house was on fire. Mr. Ed. Childs make a swift trip to investigate and came back with the very welcomed report that everything was under control, and all the children were safe, thanks to the quick thinking of both teachers and children. Margaret Mull has been out of work several days due to illness. Pvt. Conway Pruitt has been reported missing in Belgium since December 22. He is the nephew of Ellen Redding. Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Barton, of Marietta, S.C., were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Bagwell, of Greenville Sunday. Jimmie Hightower of the Preparation Department has been transferred to the Slasher room and says he enjoys his work very much. ________ Next Films At Library (Con't. from page 1, col. 2) how alcohol and gasoline do not mix. The film portrays the terrible highway accident which came as a result of the drunken driving of the husband, as the mother-in-law is killed and the wife loses both of her legs. Anyone seeing this film can understand the imporance of remaining sober while driving an automobile. The fourth film was entitled "Recall To Life" and told the story of how deaf persons can be brought back to the world of sound by improved hearing devices. This was of interest to all who saw it, because nearly every family h as some friend or relative who is hard of hearing. The picture portrayed the advantages of modern hearing devices.

[Column 2] Friends and relatives of Warrie A. Chastain, S 1/e, were glad to see him home on leave from Norfolk, Virginia. He has been in South America for several months. Mr. and Mrs. Jewell Brooks spent Sunday with their parents in Georgia. John Dunn and friends were recent visitors in Johnson City, Tenn. We welcome Mr. Rouch back to his old job on second shift. Margaret Lavender and Margaret Mull attended the basketball game between Slater-Marietta and Welcome, at Slater Hall on Tuesday night. John Dunn and Jack Ridgeway enjoyed a trip to Caesar's Head Sunday. We're glad to see Pearlie Garland back on the job after being out for some time to to an appendectomy. James Gilstrap, Mo. M. M. 2/c, was home on leave recently. Before entering the Navy, James was employed in the Preparation Department. B. F. Gilstrap and Thelma Holcombe were united in marriage on January 18, 1943. Mrs. Gilstrap is the daughter of Mrs. Bessie Holcombe, of Pickens, and the late Mr. Rex Holcombe. Mr. Clayton Revis, of Anderson S.C., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Revis recently. Mr. and Mrs. Jewell Brooks were the Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Rice recently. Sgt. and Mrs. W. A. Jewell were the supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Esley Cantrell, of Greenville. Sgt. Jewell has been transferred from Moore's General Hospital to a hospital in Alabama. We trust he will soon be completely recovered. Mrs. Sophie Hilton has joined the Women's Army Corps and is now stationed at a camp in Georgia. We are very glad to see Floyd Revis back on the job, after having been out for four weeks due to a fractured bone in his leg. We extend our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Ruth Duffie and her family in their loss. Mr. David Batson was the dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Smith, of Greenville on a recent Sunday. ________ The present Slater plant was built in 1927. ________ The fifth and concluding film was a comedy cartoon in color entitled "Mary's Little Lamb." The films for January 30 were omitted due to the illness and death of Mr. Reid's mother, however, the next showing will be made on February 13, when the following films will be shown: "Know Your Money," "Daylighting The Trail of the Padres," "Crime and Prisons," "The Cause and Immediate Effects of the First World War," and a comedy entitled "Dora's Dunking Doughnuts." The hour of the showing of these films is 7:30 and the place is the Slater Library. All adults are cordially invited to attend these showings and any adult will find these films entertaining both from an educational and recreational standpoint.

[Column 3] Theatre Guide February 9, 1945 "HAT CHECK HONEY" Starring Grace McDonald Leon Errol Ealter Catlett February 10, 1945 "WOMEN IN BONDAGE" Starring Gail Patrick Nancy Kelly Gertrude Michael February 12, 1945 "IN SOCIETY" Starring Bud Abbott Lou Costello Marion Hutton February 16, 1945 "THIS IS THE LIFE" Starring Donald O'Conner Susanne Foster Peggy Ryan February 17, 1945 "HER PRIMITIVE MAN" Starring Louise Allbritton Robert Paige Everett Horton ________ Leaders Attend Scout Meeting The 21st Annual Meeting of the Blue Ridge Council of the Boy Scouts of America, held at the First Presbyterian Church, of Greenville, on January 23, was attended by a group of Slater people. The general assembly opened at 2:00 o'clock P.M., with cubbing as its theme. Dr. Roswell C. Long, Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Greenwood, addressed this group. The assembly then broke up into discussion groups as foloows: Organization and Extension, Finance, Scoutmasters Round-Table, Cubmasters and Den Mothers, and District Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Commissioners. The night session opened at 7:00 P.M., with a banquet at the Poinsertt Hotel. The election of officers was held, the following being elected: R. E. Ferguson, President; Frank G. Hamblen, first Vice-President; W. A. Moorehead, second Vice-President; W. T. Kennedy, Commissioner; and Hewlett Sullivan Treasurer. Charles Lea, Scout Executive of the Palmetto Council at Spartanburg, made Silver Beaver presentations, the highest award given to scouters, to Rev. C. A. Calcote, L. L. Underwood, and J. L. C. Black. The scoutmasters' key award was presented to L. L. Underwood by Dr. Roswell C. Long. A presentation from the War Production Board was made to the Blue Ridge Council for its help in the war effort. E. Urner Goodman, Director of the Division of Programs, Boy Scouts of America, made the address of the evening. Slater representatives attending the meeting were Frank Cook, Stanley Hawkins, Hines Richardson, J. A. White, W. Earle Reid and Mrs. W. Earle Reid. ________ Samuel Slater was the father of the present Slater Company. He came to this country from England in 1789 and opened his mill at Pawtucket in 1790.

[Column 4] LINES FROM THE LIBRARY "A reading-machine, always wound up and going, He mastered whatever was not worth the knowing." "Germany: Jekyll and Hyde," by Sebastian Haffner is a book you will want to read. The author, not yet forty years of age, has lived in Germany all his life. He is well educated, having attended law school. For six years he worked under the Nazi regime, but being reared a Liberal, he decided to leave his native land. He made a very exciting escape from Germany, but further biographical details can not be given because of the fear of endangering his family. Haffner's book is "a diagnosis of German mentality, and of the national psychology which made Hitler's dictatorship possible and made him acceptable to his people. The analysisof Hitler and his aides is shrewd and devastating. The author urges a definition of England's war aims, and advocates later the replacement of the Reich by eight German states, politically independent, but cooperating in economic spheres." You will want to read this book, written by one who really knows conditions in Germany. Ladies, why not surprise your family by making Valentine and George Washington pies during February? This suggestion comes from an advertisement in the February issue of "Woman's Home Companion." For the Valentine pie, make a pie shell and heart, using your favorite pastry recipe. Bake in a very hot oven (450 degrees F.) till brown--shell 10 minutes, heart about 5 minutes. For the filling, heat 3 cups thick sweetened applesauce; pour over 1 pkg. raspberry-flavored gelatin. Stir till thoroughly dissolved. Chill till slightly thickened. Pour into shell and chill till firm. Top with pastry heart. Garnish with cream cheese blended with cream, or with meringue. Your favorite filling may be used instead of the one suggested. For the cherry pie, make your usual two-crust cherry or raisin pie. In the top crust, make a cherry design by pricking small holes in the shape of two or three cherry leaves; make three larger holes the size of cherries, filling them with maraschino cherries. You are now ready for Valentine Day or for Washington's birthday! A new magazine subscription has been added to our Library collection, and the January and February issues have already arrived. The periodical referred to is "Your Life," a Psychology magazine dealing with problems of everyday living. Some of the articles, discussed in these issues are "How To Make People Like You," "Ways To Predict Married Happiness," "The Genuine Pleasures of Life," "Test Your Personality Growth" and "Play Fair In Courtship." All of the articles in "Your Life" are intersting and worthwhile, so read them at the Library at your earliest convenience.

[Column 5] Pastor's Wife Given Shower Mrs. Clyde M. Johnson, wife of the local pastor of the Slater Baptist Church, was the honoree at a stork shower given by the TEL Class of the Slater Baptist Church on Monday night, January 29, 1945. The party was held in the basement of the church. The guests joined in games which were directed by Mrs. Delia Miller. At the conclusion of the games, delightful refreshments were served by Mesdames H. S. Richardson and Paul Foster. Following the social hour, Mrs. Johnson was presented with a huge basket of lovely gifts. Those attending the party, in addition to the honor guest were: Mrs. Inez Morman, Mrs. Charles T. Thompson, Mrs. E. A. McGill, Miss Inez Graham, Mrs. W. G. Hill, Mrs. J. N. Compton, Mrs. Delia Miller, Mrs. B. B. Brown, Mrs. Robert H. Atkinson, Mrs. Frank A. Cook, Mrs. J. G. Chandler, Mrs. Roy M. Whitmire, Mrs. L. T. Searee, Mrs. Hannon Reid, Mrs. Margaret Batson, Mrs. Charlie Morrison, Miss Elizabeth Ammons, Miss Janie McCluney, Mrs. Perry Rampey, Mrs. G. E. Blanton, Mrs. C. M. Tilley, Mrs. C. A. Huffman, Mrs. Beulah Parker, Mrs. W. W. Stephenson, Mrs. Boyd Godfrey, Mrs. Raymond A. McKinney, Mrs. N. C. Hawkins, Mrs. T. L. Takaey, Mrs. Stanley Hawkins, Mrs. Allen Suttle, Mrs. H. S. Richardson and Mrs. Paul Foster. ________ EMPLOYMENT OFFICE GETS ALL DOLLED UP The offices of the Industrial Relations Department, the Employment Department and the Library have recently been painted in attractive colors, greatly adding to the appearance of those offices. The color scheme used throughout is cascade blue on the walls with a somewhat lighter shade on the ceiling. In addition the reception room and offices of the Industrial Relations Department and Employment Department have recently been repaired and put in excellent shape by placing new floors of asphalt tile. They are dark brown, outlined in black. These improvements greatly add to the attractiveness of these offices and were made in keeping with the Slater policy of maintaining all of the equipment in modern and up to date conditions. ________ RUSSELL-McMAKING Of great interest to the many friends of Sgt. M. J. McMakin in and around Slater is his recent marriage to Miss June Russell, of Texas. The ceremony was performed during the Christmas holidays. At present Sgt. McMakin is stationed at Kelly Field, Texas. The couple has been the guests of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. O. McMakin of Taylors, S. C. Before entiering service, Sgt. McMakin was employed in the Slasher Room of our plant.

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[Column 1] Supervisors Get Training Course Two groupos on Job Relations Training are now meeting at Slater Hall to take this course sponsored by Training Within Industry Division of the War Manpwoer Commission. These groups are bieng led by Mr. C. C. Compton, Assistant to the plant Manager, and Mr. F. A. Cook, Industrial Relations Manager, both of whom qualified sometime ago as instructors. Mr. Compton's group has been meeting from seven to nine P.M. on the following schedule: Tuesday, January 23; Thursday, January 25; Monday, January 29; Wednesday, January 31; and Friday, February 2. Those in this group are: Messrs. H. E. Littlejohn, W. M. Cole, J. S. Ward, V. R. Clark, H. B. Gosnell, Truman Waldrop, Ed Ballenger, R. W. Summey, Stanley Hawkins, Tom Boggs, C. E. Dodson, H. B. Taylor and J. G. Chandler. The group under Mr. Cook also meets at Slater Hall from seven to nine P.M,. and the schedule for this group is: Monday, January 22; Wednesday, January 24; Friday, January 26; Tuesday, January 30,, and Thursday, February 1. The group role of which Mr. Cook is instructor is as follows: Messrs. J. A. White, H. S. Richardson, Robert Sartain, J . T. Johnson, T. R. Cobb, T. W. Jones, Raymond Johnson, G. E. Blanton, O. H. Burgess, Ed. Childs, J. H. Puckett, L. T. Scarce and C. G. Hyer. This course is a continuation of the courses offered by the Training Within Industry Division of the War Manpower Commission. Previous to this, groups have been instructed in JIT, JMT. As was the case with JIT and JMT, those completing this new course known as JRT will receive certificates from the War Manpower Commission, provided they complete the ten-hours necessary for the completion of the course. As soon as these gorups have completed the course, other groups will be formed, and Messrs. Cook and Compton will likewise instruct these groups. ________ Rice Is Wounded Fighting In France Mrs. Ruth Buchanan Rice, wife of Pfc. William Dorsey Rice, has been notified that her husband was slightly injured in action in France on January 8, 1945. Pfc. Rice was formerly employed by S. Slater and Sons, Inc. and at the time of his departure to enter the Army, he was a smash hand in the Weaving Department. He entered the Army on December 7, 1942, and has been overseas since August of 1944. While in service, his wife and daughter are residing in Slater. Pfc. Rice is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Rice of Toccoa, Georgia and also has three brothers in the Army. Friends of Pfc. Rice are sorry to learn that he has been injured, however, all of them are glad to know that his injuries were not serious and hope that he will soon be well again.

[Column 2] Sports School Basketball The present basketball season is in full stride in so far as the cage teams from the local Slater-Marietta School are concerned. So far the season has been fairly successful. On the hardwood courts, the local school is represented by two teams this year--a Boys' Team and a Girls' Team. The Boys' team has been fairly good so far this season, as they have already won four games and lost only three. They have conquered and defeated the Westville, Berea, Travelers Rest and Welcome High Schools, and were trimmed by Wst Gantt and Mountain View twice. The Girls' Team has not been so successful and has only been able to win one game while loosing several. They managed to defeat Westville High School in a hard won game to the tune of 18 to 17. Personnel of the Boys' team is as follows: Fred Cox, Fred Cashion, Junior Richardson, Ralph Lybrand, Gene Cox, Dillard Veal, Russell Hampton, Donald Stroud, Paul Shirley, Maynard Veal and Robert Young. The personnel of the Girls' Team is as follows: Billy Hamitlon, Bobbie McMullan, Inez McGrew, Doris Hargrove, Ruth Laws, Evelyn Collins, Betty Ramsey, Lucille Young, Beatrice Tolley, Kyle Kirby and Fannie Mae Burton. Ernest C. Sechrest is coach of both the Boys' and Girls' Teams. ________ Mill Basketball S. Slater and Sons, Inc., is sponsoring a Boys "C" team this year. So far these lads have won two games and have lost three. They were on the long end of the count against teams from Monaghan and Brandon Mills, but have been defeated twice by teams from Woodside and once by a team from Brandon. Mr. Frederick E. Penland is coach of the local team and it is hoped that he will have a winning combination before the season ends. This is the first year Slater has taken part in outside sport competitions in several years due to the restrictions on gasoline and so forth, brought about by the war. ________ Joann Francis Gives Volume To Library Again, one of our library patrons has remembered the Library by donating a book. We wish to thank Joann Francis for giving us the book, "Fairy Tales," by Hans Christian Andersen. These fairy stories have been childhood favorites for many years, and children still cherish them. Joann's father, M. J. Francis, is an employee of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., and works in the Supply Room. Many thanks for your thoughtfulness, Joann! We appreciate the book.

[Column 3] Atkinson Speaks At Prayer Meet In the absence of the pastor, Robert H. Atkinson, Employment Manager of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., was in charge of the mid-week prayer service of the Slater Methodist Church on Wednesday evening, January 24. Mr. Atkinson spoke on the development of the church from the time of Christ to the time of John Wesley. He told of the progress of Christianity from its beginning and traced the rise and development from one single church to the many denominations we have today. This development of church history by the speaker was interesting and was enjoyed by the congregation. Especially was this subject interesting since the pastor of the church, the Reverend Mr. Curry, is delivering a series of lectures on the subject of Methodism. Mr. Atkinson's remarks helped to make the history of the church more complete in the minds of the members of the congregation. Services at the slater Methodist Church are as follows: Sunday School every Sunday morning at 10:00 o'clock, church services are the first and fourth Sundays of the month at 7:30 P.M., and at 11:00 o'clock A.M., on second Sundays. Prayer services are held each Wednesday evening at 7:30. The public is cordially invited to attend any and all of these services. The Reverend Peden Gene Curry is pastor of the Slater Methodist Church. ________ WOODS RECOVERING FROM BATTLE WOUNDS Mrs. Frank Woods of Route 2, Marietta, S.C., has received a letter from ehr son, Pfc. William J. Woods, written in the hospital somewhere behind the lines where he is recovering from wounds received in action in Germany. Pfc. Woods is a former employee of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., having worked as a cloth hauler in our Weave Room previous to entering service. He entered the army in April, 1943, and the son of Benjamin F. and Pearl Lindsey Woods, of Route 2, Marietta. Pfc. Woods states in his letter that his convalescence is being made unusually pleasant by a nurse in his ward from Easley, which is practically his home town. Friends of Pvt. Woods wish for him a speedy recovery from his wounds. ________ Pvt. Gilreath Wins Good Conduct Medal Pvt. Charles Grady Gilreath has been awarded the good conduct medal, according to word received by his wife, Mrs. Lillie Gilreath. This is the medal given for exemplary conduct. Pvt. Gilreath has been overseas for a year and is in England.

[Column 4] LOCAL NEWS Miss Betty McMullan, daughter of Mrs. Lucille McMullan, of First Street, is attending Draughan's Business College in Greenville. Miss McMullan is a graduate of Slater-Marietta High School, class of '44. Miss "Boots" Taylor, sophomore at the Woman's College of Furman University, in Greenville, is spending several days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Taylor, of Second Street. Miss Taylor completed mid-term examinations and will report back to classes on January 31st. Rev. and Mrs. P. G. Curry and son, Gene, were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Addington on Sunday, January 14th. The friends of Mrs. B. M. Lee of Marietta are sorry to learn that she has recently been on the sick list. Friends of Mr. Caroll McGill are glad to see him out after his recent illness. Miss "Bobby" McMullan is ill at her home on First Street. It is hoped that she will soon recover from her illness. Friends of Mr. J. W. Whitmire will be glad to know he is recovering from an attack of flu at the Whitmire home on First Street. ________ Mother Of Local Man (Con't. from page 1, col. 4) munity, state and nation. She was a devoted member of the Baptist church and was a member of Fairview No. 1 Baptist Church, of which her husband was pastor. She was well known among Baptists in the North Spartanburg Baptist Association, as her husband has been pastor of a number of churches in this association. While a young woman, Mrs. Reid became the bride of the Reverend T. E. Reid. This union continued for 43 years until the death of Mrs. Reid. To this couple were born several sons and daughters. Surviving are the husband; three sons, William Earle, Rev. Wilbur T. and Wadden Reid; two daughters, Mrs. H. W. Lynch, and Mrs. Walter E. Smith; two brothers, G. W. and T. B. Mullinax; and a sister, Mrs. Bertha George. Funeral Services Funeral Services for Mrs. Reid were held on Monday afternoon, Jan. 29, at 3 o'clock P.M., at the Bethel Baptist Church, near the Reid residence, and were conducted by the Reverend Mr. Sinclair, the Reverend J. A. Cave, Dr. J. dean Crain, the Reverend W. E. Bellew, and the Reverend Clyde M. Johnson. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers were: Grady Waldrop, Buford Smith, Eugene, Hoyt,Hubert and Bolt Hill. The honorary escort was composed of: J. G. Landrum, Dr. A. R. Waldrop, Enoch Tucker, J. C. Caldwell, M. P. Barnett, Will Barton, J. L. Hawkins, H. C. Orr, Roy Barton, T. S. Ford, Boyd Ross, Tandy Smith, Cleve Wofford, N. H. Stepp, T. D. Davis, John A. Crain, Webb Barton, W. G. Gibson, Tom Smith, Ernest Smith, Dr. R. G. Christopher.

[Column 5] Marvin Hembree Accepts Church The Reverend Marvin Hembree, of Slater, has accepted a call as pastor of the Middle River Baptist Church, of Cleveland, South Carolina in the North Greenville Association. For a number of years Mr. Hembree was employed by S. Slater and Sons, Inc. as an overseer and loom fixer, but after receiving his call to the ministry, he resigned his position to go to school and to assume the duties as pastor of the Lima Baptist Church. Mr. Hembree announces that church services will continue at the Middle River Baptist Church the same as in the past. The services are held on second, fourth and fifth Sunday mornings, and first and third Sunday evenings. He extends a welcome to the people to attend any or all of these services. Mr. Hembree at the present, in addition to his duties as pastor, is a student in the North Greenville Junior College at Tigerville. He still maintains his residence at Slater. ________ CAFE KITCHEN GETS ONCE OVER TWIWCE Frank A. Cook, Industrial Relations Manager, has announced that the kitchen at the Community Cafe has recently been entirely renovated. The old style floors have been removed and in place new tile wainscoating and floors have been installed. The new wainscoating is white tile with black borders, while the floors are red tile. In addition all of the equipment such as dishwashing sinks, stoves, etc., has been repaired, painted and re-worked until now the kitchen is second to none for any cafe. In addition the walls have been repainted, greatly adding to the appearance of the entire kitchen. In addition to the renovation of the kitchen, the entire drug store and cafe have recently been re-painted in very attractive colors. These changes and paint jobs make the Slater Cafe and Drug Store second to none in appearance, and it is in keeping with the Slater policy of keeping all of its equipment upto date and in excellent condition. _____ and Reuben Gosnell. The large and beautiful floral offerings were a tribute to the esteem in which Mrs. Reid was held. The sympathy of this entire community is extended the Reid family in their bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. W. Earle Reid are residents of Slater where Mr. Reid is employed as Director of Educational Recreation and Mrs. Reid as Librarian. ________ AID MERCHANT SAILORS. Upon their return to England after D-Day, operations off Normandy, the American Red Cross gave emergency aid to merchant seaman representing 33 countries.

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