Pages
gcls_SN_004a
[Sketch-- PERFECTION IN TEXTILES-- [Sketch-- Old Slater Mill A SLATER FAMILY Slater Mill PAWTUCKET, R.I. TRADITION SINCE 1790 SLATER, SO. CAROLINA EST. 1790] 1943]
Vol. 3 Slater, S.C., February 22, 1945 No. 4
[Column 1] General Springs Issues Command S. Slater and Sons, Inc., has received the following letter from Brig. Gen. Holmes B. Springs, State Director of Selective Service for South Carolina. General Springs, in this letter, makes it very plain as to the duties of the employer in the care of men deferred from the armed forces by Selective Service. General Springs' letter is as follows: TO: EMPLOYERS OF DEFERRED REGISTRANTS As State Director of Selective Service, I am responsible to National Headquarters to see to it that all deferments for essential occupations are justified. As employer, you are therefore directed to post this notice on your bulletin boards, and I am advising you that you are responsible to report to your local board any instances of ABSENCE FROM WORK, LOAFING ON THE JOB, or CHANGE IN EMPLOYMENT, which would justify reclassification. This applies also to employees who have been rejected for military service or qualified for limited service only. It is absolutely essential that we have full cooperation in this vital matter from the employees and employers in essential industry. Very truly yours, (Con't. on page 4, col. 5)
[Article in columns 1 and 2] George Washington's Useful Life Still Guide For American People Americans like to honor their heroes. The list of great Americans begins with the name of George Washington, known to us all as "the father of our country." On each February 22, we honor him with programs and celebrations of all kinds throughout America. George Washington was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, February 22, 1732. Since his father died when George was eleven years of age, he was deprived of the educational advantages enjoyed by his half-brother who received training in England. One of the outstanding characteristics of George Washington as a boy was his determination to learn, even though he did not have the best educational advantages. He was persistent always trying to use each opportunity as it was presented to him. As a boy, George realized the advantages of good social contacts. Accordingly, he learned such things as good manners and sportsmanship from his associations with great men. As time and occasion permitted, he studied engineering, geometry trigonometry and surveying, becoming a public surveyor at the age of sixteen. As we consider the character of Washington, we see certain traits which mark him as a gentleman, a statesman, a warrior, and a true American. In the first place, Washington was firm, just, and patient, possessing sound judgment. His actions were never influenced by mean or degrading motives, and those under his authority loved him. The fact that he was loved by those of lower rank brands him as a great man. Someone, in discussing this point, has said that Washington endeared himself to the lowly and gained the admiration of the great. George Washington was the kind of person who judged individuals by their true worth. In writing to his nephew he once said, "Do not imagine that fine clothes make fine men any more than fine feathers make fine birds. A plain, genteel dress is more admired and obtains more credit than lace and embroidery in the eyes of the sensible." Another outstanding characteristic of this great man was his passionate desire to give the best that was in him for his people, his country, and (Con't. on page 2, col. 3} [End of article in columns 1 and 2]
[Column 3] Gallant Major Relates Story Of Hard Fight Of interest to the many friends of Slater of Major Eugene Watts, a former employee of s. Slater and Sons, Inc., is the following item published in a recent edition of a Union newspaper: (Headquarters Communications Zone, European Theater of Operations, United States Army) (Censored). With the 9th Armored Division: A tale in which a Major and his men went without food or sleep for seven days was unfolded today by Eugene A. Watts of Union, S.C., an armored Infantry Bn. of the 9th Armored Division. The Major's story told in detail how his men smashed enemy attacks and held off Panzer columns East and North of Bastogne. "My picture of a lot of what happened is vague," the Major said. "One road block, on the Bastogne--St. Vith road, at the junction to Clervaux held out several hours until the Germans, by their large number, flanked them. A second road block on the same highway at the Wiltz junction was set up and a third was at Bourcy, north of Longvilly. They must have had 75's and 88's on most of their tanks, the way they hit our positions. "A whole Panzer Division came down the Bourcy Road, hundreds of vehicles. Our higher headquarters communications were broken as their column already had been hit. The last orders we had were to hold at all costs. We had no communication with anyone and actually I don't believe the Germans knew were in there. "We were there for a day and a half fighting one element of enemy, and the first thing we knew, the Germans were all around us. We had been prepared for this and had built a road block and a mined bridge. We dug around and reached Moinet. They came down and bombed the block on the main road. We were fired at from small arms and artillery, but I never saw any tanks." "We moved northwest after we removed some mines we had put in around there. As the head of our column entered Bourcy we were fired on by five or six vehicles. "I went halfway down our column and every vehicle, with the exception of a handful, were k nocked out, but a lot of men managed to get away to the woods. "Our men then split up after I showed each group the direction to go on the map. Other leaders did the same with their men. (Con't on page 3, col. 1)
[Column 4] DR. E. J. TRUEBLOOD LECTURES TONIGHT "If We Are To Have That Bright New World" is the subject of Dr. Trueblood's lecture at Slater Hall on the night of February 22, at 8:00 o'clock. This is the fifth in a current series of lectures which is being sponsored by the Slater Community Association for the benefit and enjoyment of the people of Slater and the surrounding communities. For a number of years, Dr. Trueblood was professor of Sociology at Furman University, but is now head of the Department of Sociology at Limestone College, Gaffney, S.C. While Dr. Trueblood was affiliated with Furman University, he became familiar with our community here at Slater,--in fact, he served, for many months, as pastor of the Ebenezer Baptist Church which is located a very short distance from Slater. The speaker of the evening has made a very thorough study of the social developments of man from prehistoric days on up to our present time. He is also a close observer of present-day trends and is able to forecast many of the human relationships which are to exist in our social order of tomorrow. Be sure to hear Dr. E. J. Trueblood when he lectures at Slater Hall and informs us of the many conditions which must prevail in our social lives, (Con't. on page 2, col. 2)
[Article in columns 4 and 5] Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Urges Capacity Production For Victory Terming 1945 a critical year in our war against Japan, Admiral Chester W. Nimitz declared in a broadcast from Pacific Fleet Headquarters: "The first and most urgent necessity is for every working man and woman to stick to the job of producing for victory." He added that final victory can be speeded only "if the shipyards and factories which produce the myriad items demanded by modern Naval warfare continue to produce at trop speed." "The Allied Nations are closing in on the enemy from all sides. His cities are being blasted from the air. His sea traffic is being throttled by air, surface, and submarine blockade. What remains of his stolen empire is in peril. Now we may expect our desperate enemy to fight back bitterly, in order to stave off final defeat," Admiral Nimitz said. "As the Pacific Fleet and the fighting forces of all services in the Pacific Ocean areas prepare to meet the severe tests immediately ahead I have been asked to indicate what the American people can do to help sustain our offensive. "The first and most urgent necessity is for every working man and woman to stick to the job of producing for victory. All the shipyards and factories, wherever located, which produce the myriad items demandied by modern Naval warfare must produce at top speed until final victory. We can be confident of achieving that victory, but it will not come soon. It is certain that it will come more quickly if the war effort at home continues undiminished. "Second, I urge that you sustain the high morale and fighting spirit of our personnel on the lonely islands and atolls of the Pacific, and aboard ships at sea. If you coudl observe how eagerly all hands look forward to letters from home, or the cruel disappointment of those left out when mail is distributed, you would realize what a lift to the human spirit may be contained in a half ounce envelope. Out here we regard mail as being of such help to morale that we establish post offices in LST's near the scene of amphibious operations, and try to get mail ashore even while beachhead fighting is still going on. "Finally, you can help your (Con't. on page 2, col. 4) [End of article in columns 4 and 5]
[Column 5] Income Tax Aid Now Available The following notice has been posted in conspicuous places at Slater and concerns those interested in having their income tax returns prepared by March 15. This notice is as follows: TO: Employees of S. Slater and Sons, Inc. For those of you who are interested in having a representative of S. Slater and Sons, Inc. help you with your income tax returns, the following schedule has been arranged: Beginning Monday, February 12, 1945. Ending March 14, 1945. A.M. Monday 10:00 to 12:00 Tuesday 10:00 to 12:00 Wednesday 10:00 to 12:00 Thursday 10:00 to 12:00 Friday 10:00 to 12:00 Saturday 10:00 to 12:00 P.M. Monday 2:00 to 5:00 Tuesday 2:00 to 5:00 Wednesday 2:00 to 5:00 Thursday 2:00 to 5:00 Friday 2:00 to 5:00 Saturday ---- ---- Tuesday Night, February 20, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday Night, March 6, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Place: The Slater Employment Office. Mr. W. Earle Reid, Director of Educational Recreation is in charge of this work this year on page 2, col. 4)
gcls_SN_004b
Page Two THE SLATER NEWS February 22, 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, Nellie Ruth Payne, Stanley Hawkins. Cloth Rom: Jessie M. Smith, Elsie Raxter. Community: Mrs. Raymond Johnson, W. Earle Reid, Ruby P. Reid, Doris F. Atkinson ________ EDITORIALS
Still Leading February contains the birthday of two of the greatest of all Americans. Southern people are more familiar with Washington's birthday which occurs on February 22nd, but of equal importance is the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, which falls on February 12th. Washington is known as the Father of his country, and by his wonderful leadership, stamina and courage, he richly deserves that title, because in the darkest days of the Revolution, his leadership was chiefly responsible for the fight for independence being continued. Washington was also instrumental in helping to frame the Constitution of the United States and also served as our first President. He laid down many customs and plans which greatly aided succeeding presidents in the management of the affairs of this nation, and so Americans pay respect to the Father of their Country on February 22, because he richly deserves the honor bestowed upon him. Abraham Lincoln became the sixteenth President of the United States, and by his leadership and efforts, he preserved the work that Washington had begun. Today, we are united people rather than a country split up into smaller states. Abraham Lincoln was a man of the people, because he sprang from among the common people and knew the heartbeat of this nation. English speaking people have always been lovers of freedom and first demonstrated this at Runymede in 1216, where they forced the English King to sign the Magna Carta. Since that day, the right to govern themselves has been zealously defended by people who speak the English tongue. Today we are in the midst of a war, fighting to preserve the right to govern ourselves, and to the thinkers of our time, we earnestly refer them to the lives and words of the two great Americans whose birth-
[Column 2] SLATER DAY BY DAY Our Doctor: He is an American Citizen of Hungarian parentage. His parents now live in Ohio. His wife is a Southerner, vivacious and friendly, and not afraid to tackle any job. She ofter goes with him on calls and in emergencies sometimes makes calls in his stead. He is quiet, unhurried, and thorough in his work. During epidemics when his work is so heavy he often goes for days without sufficient rest and sleep. And many is the time that he drops wearily into bed, perhaps after midnight, only to be aroused by the ringing of his telephone or his door bell. "Doc, I'm sorry to wake you, but--my baby isn't doing so well," some worried parent apologizes. Or perhaps the parents are more worried than apologetic and pound the door and call frantically, "Hurry, Doc, Hurry up!" "I'll be right down," assures the tired doctor. So he puts on his overcoat, picks up his satchel and in a few minutes the familiar sound of his Ford brings hope to the anxious parents who wait beside a fevered patient. His eyes are begging for sleep, his muscles are crying for a chance to relax, but there is a job to be done. So he searches among his bottles until he finds the pill that will quiet the restless tossing of the sick child. Or maybe the patient is an old man, or a teen aged youngster. Perhaps the clinic is open for office hours and patient after patient waits in the reception room for a chance to see the doctor. Truly the greatest man in our community is the one who serves the most. He is OUR DOCTOR. ________ Boys' Club Revise (Con't. from page 1, col. 2)
McKinney, Herbert Farthing, Donald Barrett, Gene Addington, Richard Rowland, George Hopson, Rudolph Daniel, Billy Garrett, Jimmy Lell, Charles Clark, Thomas Cox, Weldon Gosnell, and Dean Vickers. The party was sponsored by the Slater Community Association. ________ Dr. E. J. Trueblood (Con't. from page 1, col. 4)
"If We Are To Have That Bright New World." ________ days we celebrate this month. As long as we adhere to the doctrine of "government of the people, by the people and for the people, it will not perish from the earth." We therefore join with the rest of our nation in celebrating the birthdays of these two men and commend their lives and works in the hopes that all may once again review their lives and stand staunch as these two men stood in their hours of trial.
[Column 3] Cloth Room Chatter Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hester and family visited Mr. and Mrs. O. W. Hester of Greenville, S.C. recently. Mrs. B. H. Baulding and sons, of Rock Hill, were the recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Johnson and other friends and relatives of Slater and Marietta. Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Tate and family were the guests of Mrs. Owens of Taylors recently. Mrs. Tate stated that her brother from the Navy and his wife were there, also. Miss Clara Farthing had as her guests last weekend, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Burgess and son, of Belton, S.C. Mrs. Mildred Coleman, Misses Helen and Dorothy Batson, of Marietta, Spent the weekend in Greenville with their aunt, Mrs. Earnest Smith. J. A. Bates had as his supper guests on a recent Saturday night, Messrs. Rufus Barton, Lake Looper, J. W. Littlejohn, and Wade Batson. Mr. Ralph Davison, of Ohio, was the weekend guest of Mr. J. A. Bates recently. The flowers sent Mr. Duff Stroud during the recent absence he spent from work due to the death of his sister, were greatly appreciated. Mr. Thomas Ward wishes to thank everyone for the gift given him during the recent illness of his mother. The cloth room misses the presence of Bruce Jones and Bessie Shirley, who are absent from work due to illness. Everyone wishes them a hasty recovery from their illnesses. The cloth room welcomes James Price who is a new employee in that department. Mr. Searce states that he is happy to be able to combine the second shift with the first since this will enable him to study the work of his employees to a better extent. He also wishes to express his appreciation to those working in his department for their fine spirit of cooperation which they have shown in this change and to commend them for their willingness to purchase war bonds. ________ George Washington's Life (Con't. from page 1, col. 2)
for humanity at large. "As men looked back over the Revolution, they attributed its success to Washington's strength of character which day by day won the love of his soldiers and the confidence of his soldiers as well as his countrymen." Americans have long regarded him as "First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen." On December 14, 1799, Washington died at Mount Vernon. Thus, a great personality passed off the scene of action, but his work and the principles for which he stood have continued to live throughout the years. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest men of history, for: "He gave us a nation to make it immortal; He laid down for freedom the sword that he drew, And his faith leads us on through the uplifting portal Of glories of peace and our destinies new."
[Column 4] [Box in columns 4 and 5] GOINGS-ON----in weave rooms - [End of box in columns 4 and 5] Everyone will miss the presence of Mrs. Nell Wood, who is no longer working in the Weave Room. Mrs. Doris Hart is being missed by her friends in the Weave Room. Mrs. Hart's husband is home on furlough from the Navy, this being the first time he has been home in 23 months. Miss Wan. McClain had a visitor who wore the Navy Blue recently whom she hadn't seen in two years. Everyone is glad to see Jim Pierce back at work after a few days absence due to illness. We regret that Inez Stockton has had to quit work due to ill health. Mrs. Estelle Veal is going to visit her mother, Mrs. W. M. Newton, of N.C., this weekend. We are sorry to learn that Mrs. Virgie Phillips, sister of Mrs. Mollie Kimbrell, is ill in the hospital. The wife of Mr. James Keith is ill. We extend our best wishes for her recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Poole had as their dinner guests Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Tate and daughter, Sue. We welcome the new employees on Mr. Farmers' Job. They are: Mrs. Velma I. Allison, Mrs. Mollie Kimbrell, Willene Miller, J. B. Smith, Ansel Robinson and Sloan Holder. The mother of J. B. Smith is in the hospital. We trust she will have a speedy recovery. Mrs. Estelle Veal celebrated a birthday this week. Miss Betty Guest was a re________ Admiral Nimitz Urges (Con't. from page 1, col. 5)
fighting Fleet and all forces in the Pacific by realizing the scope and complexity of the job we are doing and by remembering what we as a Nation have learned about our ambitious and treacherous enemy. If you will not forget what happened on the morning of December 7, 1941; if you will not forget the Japanese threat to dictate to men who gave their lives at Wake Island, at Bataan and Corregidor, in the Solomons, at Tarawa, Saipan, Guam, and the rest; if you remember these things, your deeds from day to day will certainly be of a kind which will help win complete victory in good time." ________ Income Tax Aid (Con't. from page 1, col. 5)
and will be glad to assist you in the hours named, so please do not ask for his services outside of his schedule, as he has other duties to perform but will be glad to see anyone wanting his help at the time specified. Mr. Reid urges as many as will to come as soon as possible and not delay this matter until the last few days before March 15, as he can not take care of everyone at a last minute rush. ________ The first Sunday School in the New England States was said to have been started by Samuel Slater.
[Column 5] cent guest of her aunt, Mrs. T. L. Camden. Mrs. Nellie Barnette and Miss Evelyn Childs were the Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Goodwin and daughter. We welcome Mr. Charles Holcombe back on second shift with us. A delightful time was enjoyed by the ladies on the second shift in Weave Room No. 3 when they were visitors in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Tweed on Sunday, January 28, and a delicious chicken supper was prepared in their honor. We welcome Mr. John Summerall to the second shift in Weave Room No. 3. We are glad to learn that Mrs. Esther Griffeth is recovering from a severe cold at her home near Marietta. Mrs. Lois Laws, daughter of Mrs. Frances Hall is recovering nicely from a serious operation at the St. Francis Hospital. Misses Lucille and Grace Masters and Madge Sandy motored to Greenville Sunday night with friends. ________ [Box in column 5] [Cartoons with sketches] the LIGHTER SIDE by WALT DITZEN
WELL--I SEE YOU FINALLY GOT A SENSIBLE HAT
ANYBODY THAT DOESN'T BELIEVE IN SAFETY IS NUTS!
WELL--COME ON--SPILL IT! the only smart way to lose blood!
From National Safety News Published by The National Safety Council [End of box in column 5]
________
gcls_SN_004c
February 22, 1945 THE SLATER NEWS Page Three
[Box in columns 1 and 2] PREPARATION DEPARTMENT N-E-W-S [End of box in columns 1 and 2]
The third shift of the Preparation Department extends a welcome to the following new employees: Elgava Jones, Sendy Henson, Alma Roper, Richard Hendricks. Mr. and Mrs. Henry McCarson visited the brother of Mr. McCarson in Spartanburg recently. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Boggs visited Mr. Boggs' sister, Mrs. Ezra Freeman, in Elberton, Georgia, the past weekend. Grace Foster, Sarah Cox and Helen Singleton motored to Spartanburg last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Meece and family visited the mother of Mrs. Meece, Mrs. Aiken, of Easley, last weekend. Mrs. Edwina Cole and children are planning a trip to Franklin, N.C. next weekend to visit her mother. Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Madden and children spent Sunday with Mr. Madden's mother in Pickens. A reporter in the Preparation Department says, "We look forward to receiving the Slater News and wonder why more reporters don't get busy and send their news in. Let's all get busy and make this little paper a live wire in our community." Frank Merrel, Mo. M. M. 1/c of the U.S. Navy, has returned to California after a visit here with his wife, Mrs. Thelma Merrell and small son, Dennis. Mrs. Dorothy Tucker has returned from South Boston, Va., where she visited her sister, Mrs. Mary Newcomb. Mrs. McMullan spent last weekend with her sister, Mrs. Copeland in Greenville. We are sorry to learn of the illness of Ruby McGill's mother and hope she will soon be able to leave the hospital. Mrs. G. J. Vickers, Johnny and Jorene visited Mrs. Fickers' brother in Laurens last weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Winford Brock and daughter, Jean, of Spartanburg, spent last weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Simpson of Renfrew. We're sorry to learn that Burnice McCall is having trouble with her throat again. Blanche Raxter had as her weekend guest Miss Dorothy Ledford. Billie Mae Holcombe of Pickens is visiting her sister, Mattie Lou Gilstrap. ________ Gallant Major (Con't. from page 1, col. 3) "Those men of mine went seven adn eight days without a single meal. I went seven days with one D-ration bar. I didn't sleep for seven days myself and neither did my men. I didn't get a chance to take off my shoes, either. "In Bastogne, I worked in one sector with another officer. The Germans would come in dismounted, I never saw so much artrillery as the Germans used on the South flank. You couldn't even send a runner out without artillery coming in on him. They usually had a lot of tanks with them. "We would let the tanks through, but we would stop the Infantry. Tank destroyers and tanks would knock out the Nazis' vehiclea as they came
[Column 2] Sgt. Randolph Hightower, brother of Mary Hightower was wounded in France, October 21. He is recovering at the hospital in Mississippi. Wesley Edwards has recently moved from Renfrew to the "Windy City." We're glad to see Mary Brooks back at work after being out several days due to illness. Roy Wood, S2/c, brother of Lila Wood, has returned to Bainbridge, Md., after spending a furlough at home. Augie Chase, A.M.M. 3/c, is expected home on leave soon Augie has been in the Navy two years and is stationed at the Naval Air Station in Memphis, Tenn. Mr. and Mrs. O. R. Drury and son, Reid, visited Mr. Drury's parents in Belmont, N.C., recently. The girls from the warpers miss Dot Hawkins and wish her the best of luck in the future. Mrs. E. C. Robinson, of Marietta, was the weekend guest of her sister, Mrs. Nettie McCall, of Lindburg St. Mrs. C. L. Green, of Brevard, N.C., was the recent guest of her sister, Mrs. J. D. Owens, of Marietta. Little Dale McWhite is visiting his grandmother, Mrs. W. W. Childs, of Greenville. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Hendrix visited Mr. and Mrs. Roy Summey of Lindburg Street recently. Friends of Canetchlee Cantrell will be glad to know she is recovering rapidly from a recent operation for appendicitis and has returned from the hospital to her home. L. O. Clark is back on the job following an absence due to influenza. Monroe Barnett has been notified that his brother, Pvt. Joe Barnett is missing in action somewhere in France. We extend to Monroe and his family our deepest sympathy. Friends of Vara K. Lindsay will be interested to know that she has resumed her studies at North Greenville Junior College. Lillie Gilreath was a visitor of her aunt, Mrs. Estelle Kelly, who lives on Buncombe Road, during a recent weekend. Friends of Pvt. Frank Dugger will be glad to know that he has arrived safely in France. ________ through. The orders I received were to let the tanks through and they would be taken care of. They were. The Major and his men were released from duty at Bastogne December 31. Major Watts' wife lives at 46 Woodlawn Avenue, Union." Major Watts is the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Watts of Union, S.C. His mother writes that he is now at a rest camp in France. ________ FLY LIGHT BULBS TO ITALY. To beat the black market in Italy the Red Cross recently shipped 2,500 light bulbs by air and 7,500 by boat for use in its servicemen's clubs. Shipments of 100 small pianos for Red Cross hospital recereation rooms have also been made Italy.
[Column 3] Theatre Guide February 23, 1945 "CALL TO THE SOUTH SEAS" Starring Janet Martin Allen Lane Adele Mara ___ February 24, 1945 "ARE THESE YOUR PARENTS" Starring Lyle Talbot Addison Richards ___ February 26, 1945 "THE INVISABLE MAN" Starring Jon Hall Evelyn Ankers Alan Curtis ___ March 2, 1945 "GHOST CATCHERS" Starring Olsen and Johnson Gloria Jean ___ March 3, 1945 "THE CLIMAX" Starring Susanna Foster Turham Bey ___ March 5, 1945 "GYPSY WILDCAT" Starring Maria Montez Jon Hall ________ Mrs. McMullan Is Entertained Mrs. E. A. McGill, Vice-President of the local W. S. C. S., entertained a number of guests at her home on Wednesday evening, January 31st in honor of Mrs. Lucille McMullan, Secretary of the local Society. As this date was Mrs. McMullan's birthday, the guests showered her with lovely and useful gifts which were a pleasant surprise to the honoree. Mrs. McMullan is a faithful worker in all phases of church work, and it was with much pleasure that members of the W. S. C. S. at Slater could honor her on this occasion. Several games were enjoyed, after which the hostess served a delicious buffet supper. Mrs. Rosa Chapman and Mrs. Louise Cunningham assisted the hostess in serving. The following persons were present: Mrs. Henry Taylor, Miss Ruth Gaylor, Mrs. Jere Bates, Mrs. Rosa Chapman, Mrs. Lucille McMullan, Mrs. Louise Cunningham, Mrs. Mary Jenkins, Mrs. R. H. Atkinson, Mrs. Ted Addington and Mrs. F. P. Hamilton. ______ Surprise Party Given Local Lady Mrs. W. W. Stephenson and Mrs. Sam Addington entertained a large crowd of friends and relatives at a surprise birthday party for Mrs. Ansel McMakin on February 12 at the home of Mrs. McMakin. All guests joined in playing several games, after which Mrs. McMakin opened the lovely and useful gifts given to her on this occasion. At the conclusion of the social hour, the hostesses, Mesdames Stephenson and Addington served delicious refresh-
[Column 4] [Sketch of stork carrying a baby] Births Mr. and Mrs. John T. McCombs announce the birth of a daughter on January 5. The little girl has been named Patsy Ann. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil McKinney announce the birth of a daughter on February 3, at Coleman's Hospital in Travelers Rest. The child has been named Edna Jane. Mr. and Mrs. Boyce Norris are the parents of a boy. ________ Penicillin Used By Dr. Takacy A penicillin treatment has been administered successfully by our local doctgor to a patient in Slater. The wonder drug was given to little two year old Judith Waldrop, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Truman Waldrop, of 26 Second Street, after a 48 hour sulfathiodize treatment had proved unsuccessful in breaking the congestion of pneumonia. The child became ill on Friday, Febrfuary 2, and developed pneumonia on Sunday, at which time the sulfa drug was given, but did not procure the desired results. Penicillin treatments were administered on the following Tuesday and the patient showed a marked improvement from the time of the first injection. This is the first patient in Slater to whom Dr. Takacy has administered a penicillin treatment. ________ BAPTIST WOMEN AT MRS. TILLEY'S Mrs. Clyde Tilley was hostess at the regular monthly meeting of the T.E.L. Class of Slater Baptist Church which met on Tuesday evening, January 30th at 7:30 o'clock. The meeting was called to order by the President, Mrs. George J. Vickers. The program was opened with all of the attending members standing and singing a song. Mrs. Paul Foster led in prayer. The next order was the usual business. Devotional exercises were led by Mrs. W. W. Stephenson and were very inspiring. At the conclusion of the devotional exercises the meeting was dismissed with prayer by Mrs. Delia Miller. Following the business meeting, the group enjoyed a social hour in which delicious refreshments were served by the hostess. ________ Methodist Society In Monthly Meet The regular meeting of the Woman's Society of Christian Service met at the home of Mrs. E. A. McGill on February 13. The devotional was led by Mrs. McGill after which an interesting program was rendered. The hostess served delicious refreshments during the social hour. ________ ments consisting of chicken salad sandwiches, potato chips, pickles, cake and coffee.
[Column 5] Library Club Has Valentine Party The Library was the scene of a colorful Valentine party given for members of the Girls' Library Club on Tuesday afternoon, February 13. The party centered around the attractive Valentine box which had been previously made by the librarian and club girls. The box was finished with white crepe paper puffed with frills around the top and bottom edges. Red hearts, appropriately placed, graced the sides of the box. It was topped by two jaunty Valentines. The girls sang Valentine songs, and played games. After the Valentines had been distributed each girl was given a bag containing colorful candy hearts. Those attending the party were: Sarah Jo Johnson, Elaine Foster, Betty Garrett, Joan Rowland, Flossie Abernathy, Nancy Abernathy, Madge Robinson, Sarah Faye Johnson, Martha Robinson, Carol Jean Godfrey, Carolyeen Smith, Sigrid Gosnell, Doris Abernathy, Margaret Robinson, Clara Ramsey, Patty Godfrey, Fern Barrett, Joyce Bryant, Freida Thornton and Patricia Summey. The party was sponsored by the Slater Community Associaton. ________ Missionary Society Meets At Church The Elizabeth Thompson Circle of the Woman's Missionary Society of the Slater Baptist Church met Tuesday night, February 6 at 7:30 o'clock P. M. at the home of Mrs. W. W. Stephenson. The meeting was called to order by the leader, Mrs. Delia Miller. Mrs. W. W. Stephenson was in charge of the program. She called on Mrs. H. S. Richardson to open the proceedings with prayer. Mrs. Miller was in charge of the Bible Study and those assisting her by taking part in the program were Mesdames Richardson and Stephenson. The meeting was closed with prayer by Mrs. Perry Rampey. Following the business meeting, all members were invited into the dining room where Mrs. Stephenson, the hostess, served delicious refreshments. ________ Fifth Grade Section Has Reading Contest One section of the fifth grade at Slater-Marietta School is having a book-reading contest. This contest is aimed at more skillful reading in the grades, and a broadening of the reading horizon. Most school children do not realize the value of reading to their school work, their general interest and knowledge and to their personalities. Much interest has been manifested so far in this project and many books from many fields have been read. The most popular ones seem to be those of children, fairy tales and adventure. Prizes will be given at the end of the contest, which lasts two months, and it seems that J. H. Bowles is ahead now.
gcls_SN_004d
Page Four THE SLATER NEWS February 22, 1945
[Column 1] [Box in column 1 and 2] Our Servicemen Here And There [End of box in column 1 and 2]
[Picture of Charles T. Thompson] Thompson Is Cited News has been received at Slater that Chaplain Charles T. Thompson, former pastor of the Slater Baptist Church, was wounded in action in December while with the American Army in Belgium. He has been awarded the Purple Heart for his wounds and later was given the Bronze Star as a citation for services rendered beyond the call of duty. Chaplain Thompson resigned his pastorate at Slater in April, 1944, and entered the Army the same month. Upon entering the Army, he spent five weeks at the Chaplain's School at Harvard University in Cambridge, Mass., and from Harvard was sent to Camp Mackey, Texas. He was the the Army during maneuvers in Oklahoma. Thus he spent five months in training for his duties as a combat Chaplain. Chaplain Thompson visited his old congregation at Slater in August immediately before going overseas. Soon thereafter he was assigned to the American Army in the European Theatre of War and was in some of the heaviest fighting in that theatre of operations. Mrs. Thompson, the former Miss Elizabeth Tapp, of Greer, and his daughter, Ann, are residing at Slater where Mrs. Thompson is a teacher in the Slater-Marietta Schools. Friends of Chaplain Thompson here were exceedingly sorry to learn of the wounds suffered by this popular man, but are glad that his wounds did not prove to be of a very serious nature and are proud of his accomplishments in winning the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. ________ Montgomery Starred Word has been received at Slater that Pvt. Edd. J. Montgomery, brother of Mrs. Hines S. Richardson, has been awarded the Bronze Star Medal for exceptionally meritorious achievements against the enemy in France. Pvt. Montgomery has visited his sister on several occasions and is known to a number of the residents of Slater who will be glad to know of his honor in receiving the Bronze Star. He is the son of Mrs. Bessie R. Montgomery and resides at 329 Elm Street, Lancaster, South Carolina. He has served in the Army for two years.
[Column 2] [Photo of William J. Woods] Woods Is Wounded According to word which has been received by the family, Pfc. William J. Woods was wounded in action in Germany on January 10. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Woods, of R.2, Marietta, S.C., and a brother of David Woods, who is also serving his country overseas. He was an employee of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., before his entrance into the Army, where he was employed in the Weave Room. He entered service in April of 1943. ________ [Photo of Cleveland Maddox] Maddox Is Killed Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Maddox, of Marietta, S.C., have been notified by the War Department that their son, Pfc. Cleveland Maddox, has been killed in action in Belgium on January 5. Before entering service he was an employee of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., having worked in the Weaving Department. He left the employ of this company in April of 1943 to enter service in May of that year. He is a brother of Sgt. G. W. Maddox who is at present stationed at Camp Barkeley, Texas. Friends and relatives of the family extend their deepest sympathy at the passing of this brave soldier, who gave his life for his country. ________ Samuel Slater built his fourth mill at Webster, Massachusetts.
[Column 3] [Photo of Fred Knight] Knight Gets Wound Cpl. Fred Knight, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. J . Knight, of Slater, was wounded in action in Belgium on December 23. He enlisted for service two years ago, and subseequently volunteered for the paratroops. He has been overseas about a year. Corporal Knight is in an Army hospital in England. He is a brother of Pvt. Virginia Knight in the WACs, and of Seaman First Class Ralph Knight of the Navy. Before volunteering for service Cpl. Knight was connected with this company where he worked in the Supply Room and later in one of the Weave Rooms. ________ [Photo of Tommie Hinton] Hinton Now Prisoner Cpl. Tommie Hinton is now a prisoner of war in Germany, according to reports raching his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hinton,of Easley. Spl. Hinton was previously listed as missing in action in France and all friends of the Hinton family rejoice to know that Tommie is alive, although they regret he is a prisoner of war. It is understood Cpl. Hinton is undergoing treatment for his wounds and it is hoped they will not prove to be serious. Before going into the armed services in 1942, Cpl. Hinton worked as size mixer in our Preparation Department. Upon completion of his training in the United States, he was attached to an infantry division of the third Army and was in most of the serious fighting in the sector occupied by the Third Army forces under General George S. Patton. ________ [Column 4] [Picture of Ralph Goldsmith[ Goldsmith Arrives on Italian Front Cpl. Ralph Goldsmith is now stationed somewhere in Italy, according to word which has been sent his wife and mother. He left the States for an overseas destination in January of this year. Cpl. Goldsmith was a filling hauler in our plant prior to his induction into service. He became a soldier in June, 1943. Before he left for overseas duty, he was stationed at Camp Hale, Colorado. He is the husband of the former Miss Janet Guest, of Marietta. His mother is Mrs. Fannie Goldsmith, of Travelers Rest. ________ [Picture of Larkin Cox] Cox Receives Medal Pfc. Larkin Cox, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Cox of R. 1, Marietta, S.C., has been awarded the Purple Heart for wounds he received in Germany November 2. He entered service in April of 1943, and he has been overseas since January, 1944. Before entering service, he worked in the Weave Room of S. Slater and Sons, Inc. ________ Barnett Brothers Dined By Family Cecil A. and Leland L. Barnette, sons of Mr. Otis F. Barnette, were honored with a dinner party recently. The two brothers are home on furlough from the Navy and while home, their family held a delightful dinner in their honor at the home of their father, Mr. Otis F. Barnette. The entire family was present at this occasion, which happened to be the first time the two brothers had seen each other in about two years. It was a most joyful time for the happy family to have the brothers and sons with them again. Cecil is a seaman first class in the U.S. Navy, and before his entrance into the Navy, he worked as a smash hand in our plant in the weaving department. He entered service in August of 1943. Leland is also in the Navy, being a seaman second class. Like his brother, he too, worked in our plant, before his entrance into service and was a
[Column 5] LOCAL NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Posey Taylor and son, of Knoxville, Tenn., have been recent visitors in the home of the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Taylor. Sergeant Henry Lang, hwo was wounded overseas, has been returned to the States to be hospitalized. Mrs. Lang, the former Miss Viola Taylor, left Slater February 1st for Chicago Ill. to join Sgt. Lang. Friends of Rev. P. G. Curry are sorry to learn that he has been ill and hope that he will soon be well again. Friends and relatives of Mrs. Myrtle Rodgers are sorry to learn that she is ill in a hospital in Greenville. Miss Nona Hamilton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Hamilton, has gone to Washington, D.C. where she has accepted a position in the office of the Adjutant-General. Friends of Mr. J. W. Whitmire regret to learn that he is still ill and is a patient in the Greenville General Hospital, but are glad to know his condition is improving. The best wishes of all are extended for a speedy recovery. Abie and Gloria Cook, son and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Cook, have recently been victims of flu, but friends of the Cook's are glad to know they are about well now. ________ ALEXANDER HONORED BY CHURCH PEOPLE Ralph P. Alexander, Office Manager of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., has recently been elected superintendent of the Sunday School of the Second presbyterian Church in Greenville. Mr. Alexander is the fourth superintendent of the Sunday School in the fifty-year history of the church. He succeeds Walter P. White, who will remain as Mr. Alexander's assistant. Mr. Alexander has been a life-long member of the Second Presbyterian Church of Greenville, and friends are glad to see him thus honored by the members of his church. Mr. Alexander has been connected with S. Slater and Sons, Inc. almost from its beginning in its present location. He has served this company for approximately 17 years, and his many friends are glad to hear of his election as superintendent of the Sunday School of his church. ________ General Springs (Con't. from page 1, col. 1) Brig. Gen. Holmes B. Springs State Dirctor State of South Carolina Headquarters for Selective Service, Columbia, S.C. It will be the policy of S. Slater and Sons, Inc., to follow out the instructions issued from Selective Service in the case of men guilty of being absent from work, loafing on the job, or a change in employment, for in this way only can it be expected that Selective Service will aid us in the matter of deferments. ________ weaver. He left our employ in October,1943, to enter service.