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PERFECTION IN TEXTILES--A SLATER FAMILY TRADITION SINCE 1790 THE SLATER NEWS [Sketch of Old Slater Mill] [Sketch of Slater Mill] Old Slater Mill Slater Mill PAWTUCKET, R.I. SLATER, SO. CAROLINA EST. 1790 1943

Vol. 3 Slater, S.C., March 8, 1945 No. 5

[Column 1] Success Of War Will Depend On Home Front Work In a statement on the first day of this year, Under Secretary of War Robert P. Patterson said: "The reality of events within the last few weeks must turn all our thoughts into sober paths. The abundant optimism, the hopes of a swift, easy victory are gone. They will beguile us no longer. We must not, however, embrace the counsel of despair. Between extreme judgments lies a mature appraisal of our prospects and our duty. Great gains mark the efforts of America and her allies in the last three years the blood and toil of our men and women have overcome terrible dangers; the ultimate outcome of the war, if we permit nothing to turn us from our purpose is assured. But faith in our ultimate victory carries with it the obligation to recognize that we are in the middle of a vast and tragic enterprise and not at its conclusion. Our enemies are still strong and skillful; they are also desperate. And in the desperation of our enemies there is a measure of our success, and at the same time a warning to our vigilance. In the fact of the ordeal of our soldiers, our words are but blundering messengers. What we say cannot add to what they do. Our firm resolve must be to add our needs to theirs, to do what we can to close the gap between the home front and the fighting front, to take their unselfish spirit as our guide of action. If they are to live and to gain victory, they must have the things that we make. They must have good food and clothing to sustain them in the muck and cold of the battlefield. No one who has not been there can understand the comfort that a soldier at the front gets out of a hot meal. They must have more of the weapons of war, the guns, the shells, the tanks, the aircraft. The production of those weapons to the limit is the best way to prove to our fighting men that we understand the extent of their sacrifices. Trust them to use those weapons with courage and skill through days and nights of battle. While millions fight to destroy the greatest enemy of freedom that men have ever known, and finally to win a lasting peace, millions of others work towards the same goal. Unsparing of our effort at home as our brave fighting men are in battle, united in our consecreted purpose, our strength will prevail. Let that be our pledge and our resolve in the coming year.

[Column 2] [Box in columns 2 and 3] ANNUAL RED CROSS DRIVE WEEK MARCH 13-20 Drawing of a downward arrow with a cross inside of it [End of box in columns 2 and 3]

Red Cross Asks For Your Help The American Red Cross drive to raise funds to carry on the work of the Red Cross will be made here at Slater during the week beginning March 13 and ending March 20. The drive will be handled in a similar manner as in former years, and everyone will be given a chance to contribute. Judson W. Chapman, Editor of the Greenville Piedmont, is the Chairman of the drive for Greenville County. He will be assisted by a group of volunteer workers who will aid him in the drive. In the textile division of the drive, J. E. Sirrine, well known head of the engineering firm of J. E. Sirrine and Company, has been appointed chairman. Mr. Sirrine will be assisted by W. B. Perrin and Frnak Aiken as co-chairmen. The Red Cross quota for Greenville County is $110,000 with the textile quota being set at $35,000. Seventy percent of Red Cross funds during 1945 will be used in foreign fields chiefly assisting the members of our armed forces; the balance of thirty percent will be used at home, with the contributions going chiefly to the aid of servicemen and their families who may need this assistance. The Red Cross has or will be in position to help some member of practically every family in the United States in some (Con't. on page 4, col. 1)

[Column 3] HENRY BURNS BUYS MARIETTA BUSINESS Of interest to people throughout this and adjoining communities is the recent sale of the establishment known as Batson Brothers by Mr. Henry A. Batson, the owner, to Mr. Henry D. Burns, of Route 2, Travelers Rest. The business will be operated by Mr. Burns in the future, as Mr. Henry A. Batson has retired from business due to his age. The new business under Mr. Burns will continue to operate very much in the same manner as heretofore operated by Mr. Batson, and Mr. Burns cordially invites the people to visit his new establishment. He was formerly in the mercan(Con't. on page 2, col. 3) ________ Income Tax Deadline March 15, 1945 W. Earle Reid, who is assisting employees in filling out their income tax returns, warns that March 15th is the last day for mailing income tax returns. He urges people to have their returns made out before the last two days for filing returns, as he cannot accommodate everyone at the last minute. Mr. Reid can be found in the Library on weekdays from 10 to 12 a.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. except Saturdays, when the hours are 10 to 12 a.m.

[Column 4] [Title across columns 4 and 5] Dr. Trueblood Tells Slater People Requirements Of Bright New World

LIBRARY SCENE OF TWO PARTIES The Thursday afternoon group met in the Library, and the party began with a song, "Will You Be My Valentine," sung by Peggy Scarce. After Peggy had sung the song, she led the entire group in singing it. Barbara Godfrey then told the story of "The Lost Valentine," after which Fern Barrett told an original story which she called "The Boy and His Valentine." The children then played a number of appropriate games. After a series of these games, the beautiful Valentine box was opened and the Valentines were distributed. Bags of candy hearts were given each child. On Friday afternoon, the other Story Hour Group met for a party. Valentine games were played. The tiny tots were elated when the Valentine box was opened and the "mail" was distributed. Bags of colorful candies were served. Those attending the parties were: Barbara Godfrey, Fern Barrett, Kenneth Godfrey, Dale McWhite, Peggy Scarce, Doris Abernathy, Ann Thompson, Abie Cook, Bobby Hawkins, Judy Cox, Emery Jones, Billy Suttle, Philip Henderson, Marshall Jones, Harold Canham, Douglas Bradberry, Nancy Burnett, Gloria Cook, Mollie White, Frances Burnett and Jimmy Jones. Nancy Abernathy, Elaine Foster and Betty Garrett, all of whom are members of the Girls' Club, assisted the librarian with these parties. The parties were sponsored by the Slater Community Association. ________ Girl Scouts Take First Aid Course Seven Intermediate Girl Scouts have begun a full course in First Aid. The girls enrolled are: Clara Ramsey, Sara Jo Johnson, Elaine Foster, Joyce Bryant, Freida Thornton, Sara Faye Johnson, and Patsy Southerlin. Much interest has been shown by the girls in the course thus far. It is a particularly good time for scouts to take this course, since so many doctors and nurses are now in the service of our country, and it will be helpful to have these young girls know the rudiments of First Aid. Miss Frances Williams, Intermediate Scout leader, is teaching the course, and is being assisted by Miss Hazel McJunkin, who is the Brownie leader.

[Column 5] "When the lights come on again all over the world, what shall we see," asked Dr. E. J. Trueblood as he lectured at Slater Hall on Thursday night, February 22. The speaker, who is head of the Department of Sociology at Limestone College, chose for his subject, "If We Are To Have That Bright New World." Dr. Trueblood stated that we are now at one of the major turning points in human history, and that the changes which take place during the next fifteen years will be far more momentous than those since the depression. The speaker further said that we cannot fundamentally change these events, but we can slow them down and direct them. In discussing the passing era, and what was wrong with it, the speaker said that culture was sensate, education had become soft and easy, and that religion had grown self-centered. Dr. Trueblood listed the following as some of the things we must do if we are to have a bright new world: We must establish proper relationships with God, develop moral and spiritual powers in people, become world citizens, permit national sovereignty to all nations, operate our production system in accordance with human needs, develop a program with mental and spiritual hospitalization, and grow quality types of individuals and not just stubborn individualists; lastly, we must strive to have leaders who understand what is going on in the world, who are willing to make progress, and leaders who can lead people forward. In conclusion, Dr. Trueblood said that we are witnessing the dawning of this new era which will usher in what we look forward to as "the bright new world." According to the speaker, this era will be about a fifty year period, with the arrival of the bright new world about the year 2000. As individuals we should look forward to this new period, and try to properly adjust ourselves to it, Dr. Trueblood said. The lecture Thursday night was the fifth in a series of seven sponsored by the Slater Community Association for the people of Slater. The program opened with a song, "Battle Hymn of the Republic," led by Mr. Boyd Godfrey and played by Mrs. Frank A. Cook. Mr. I. V. Jones, faculty member of the Slater - Marietta High School, led the opening prayer. Special music was rendered by Miss Rosemary Johnson, voice student of the music department of Furman University. She was accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Frank A. (Con't. on page 3, col. 2)

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Page Two THE SLATER NEWS March 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

The Red Cross The month of March has been designated as Red Cross month. During this period there will be drives to raise funds to carry on the work of this splendid organization which means so much to people both in times of peace and war. A study of this organization should not be amiss at this time so we will try to see the importance of the work of this organization by looking briefly into its purpose and program. The American Red Cross was founded in 1881 and was an outgrowth of the Red Cross movement which was first conceived by Henri Dunant in 1862. Later, the Red Cross organization was formed at Geneva, Switzerland, and from its starting point there has spread to most of the civilized nations of the earth. From time to time the Red Cross as an organization has been remodeled to keep abreast of the times but the fundamental principles on which it was founded have remained the same. Conceived as an aid for suffering humanity, the Red Cross has remained just that and wherever disaster has struck, whether in war or peace, there the Red Cross will be found ministering to those who need help and need it immediately. Services rendered by the Red Cross in peace times are staggering when we think of the enormous number of times in disasters the Red Cross has come to the aid of people. Since 1881, the Red Cross has given relief in 2,601 disasters in the United States, the island possessions and foreign countries. Some of the major disasters in which the Red Cross has come to the aid of sufferers are: The Southern Florida Hurricane, 1926; Mississippi Valley flood, 1927; Drought, 1930-31; Eastern U.S. Floods and tornadoes, 1936, and the New England and New York Hurricane in 1938. Perhaps nearer to the hearts of people is the service rendered by the Red Cross in times of war. The Red Cross aids in

[Column 2] [Box in column 2] SLATER DAY BY DAY [End of box in column 2] Early Signs of Spring: A love robin hopping hopefully on the lawn at Slater Hall on Febrtuary 13. Groups of small boys huddling on the ground over bunches of marbles and shouting gleefully when one bay makes a successful shot. A bright St. Valentine's day belying the ground hog's prediction of six weeks of bad weather. And seven days later the weatherman sends us a week's rain. The yellow-bell busy in Mr.s Rogers' front yard making a gay splash of color amid dreary winter grayness. A gentle south wind blowing the straggling dead leaves from our oak trees, and swelling buds for new ones. School children studying for the fourth series of six weeks tests and thinking that there will be only two more six weeks tests until vacation. Ambitious gardners probing in soil that is too wet and too chilly. The ladies of the Civic Club discussing the feasability of a flower show. Young ladies shedding their jodsphurs in favor of dresses. And rheumatic grandparents stretching their creaking bones to greet another season when "all the world loves a lover." ________ every way possible with our battle wounded and many are the wounded fighting men who actually owe their lives to the Red Cross and the aid they have given. Not only does the Red Cross help to take care of the wounded but they offer many services to our fighting forces in helping to make their life brighter by providing to some little degree a few of the comforts of life. About the only means of communicating with prisoners of war is through the Red Cross and many an anxious father and mother has been enabled to communicate with a son through the facilities of the Red Cross. Not only are letters sent through the Red Cross in such instances but also packages containing food and clothing are sent through the Red Cross. The Red Cross is the agency which enables wounded men and civilians to be exchanged between belligerent nations. Everyone is familiar with this phase of activities and many a person has been returned to his or her native country and friends through these means. The American Red Cross is supported by popular membership and voluntary contributions. It has no other income. In order to keep this great work going, it will necessary for the people of this country to give generously to this worthy cause when they have the opportunity of contributing this month. As to the Christian side of this noble organization, it will not be necessary for us to dwell upon that for its very purpose seems to be quite in accord with the teachings of Jesus Christ who came to minister to those in need.

[Column 3] Cloth Room Chatter Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Link were the Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Epps and family in Travelers Rest, S.C. Miss Marie Smith visited her grandfather, Mr. A. M. Goldsmith, in Asheville, N.C., last weekend. Mrs. Mary Cline has received word that her husband, Pfc. Paul E. Cline has arrived safely somewhere in Belgium. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Wylie had as their guest last week Sgt. Henry Wylie who has served thirty months overseas. He has been stationed in Italy. Sgt. Wylie is home on a thirty day furlough and expects to return to active duty soon. Coy Campbell, S1/c of the U.S. Navy, is back in the States after having served 12 months overseas. His parents are expecting him home on leave soon. Lawrence Barton, S2/c of the Navy, is visiting his mother, Mrs. Alice Barton, near Marietta. Mrs. Ethel Morrison is back with us after a two months' absence due to illness. We shall miss Wilton Poole since he has gone to be one of Uncle Sam's fighting men. He was inducted in the Army Feb. 7 and is now stationed at Camp Gordon, Ga. We wish to extend a welcome to the following new members of our department: Messrs. Elmer Poole, Claude Brazile, Alvin Burgess and James Price. Of interest to their many friends is the announcement of the engagement of Miss Dorothy Reeves, of Pickens County, to Mr. Thurman Pace, of Marietta. The date of the wedding will be announced later. ________ Henry Burns Buys (Con't. from page 1, col. 3) tile business about three miles from Slater on the Greenville Highway. This business has been sold to Mr. J. L. Farr, a former employee of S. Slater and Sons, Inc. Mr. Batson wishes to thank his many friends for their patronage and good will for their dealings with him in the past and has asked us to publish the following card of thanks, which we take great pleasure in doing as requested. CARD OF THANKS It is my desire to express to the Slater-Marietta community, and all my good friends in Greenville County, my sincere appreciation for their cooperation, patronage and good-will throughout the thirty-two years that I have been in business in Marietta, S.C. It is my hope and belief that the business had been turned over to those who will continue to merit your favor and patronage. (Signed) Henry A. Batson. ________ ADVERTISEMTN FOR SALE: One tan double-breasted, two piece gabardine suit. Trousers are waist size 30. Will sell reasonably. See Ray Johnson, 24 Webster Street, Slater, S.C. ________ We commend this wrothy organization to you and urge that you contribute as liberally as possible when called upon for this noble work must not go for naught. In other words,

[Column 4] [Box in columns 4 and 5] PREPARATION DEPARTMENT N-E-W-S [End of box in columns 4 and 5] Augie Chase, A.M.M. 3/c, has returned to Memphis, Tenn. where she is stationed, after having spent an eleven-day leave with relatives and friends at Travelers Rest. Augie visited the plant while she was home. Cpl. Carl Aiken, husband of Christine Aiken, has recently been transferred to the Philippine Islands. S/Sgt. Frank W. Herring was the recent guest of Myrtle Barnette. Pvt. Frank Goldsmith, husband of Evelyn Goldsmith, is now home on furlough. He is to report back to Ft. George G. Meade, Md., upon completion of his leave. Ed. Singleton writes friends that he is getting along fine in Belgium and would like to be hearing from his old friends. His address may be obtained from the Employment Office. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Mull had as their dinner guests Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Leo Mull and two daughters of Savannah, Georgia, and Rev. Coleman Brown and two sons, Wayne and Rance. We wish to welcome Alma Capps back to the second shift. There have been several absent from work due to colds, flu, etc. We're glad to see that most of them are back on the job. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Drury have as their guests, Mrs. Drury's sister, Mrs. Margie Campbell, of Columbia, and her brother S/Sgt. C. A. Brown, of Camp Wheeler, Georgia. Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Love, of Rock Hill, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Wallace recently. Mrs. Gaynell Coleman and daughter, Sarah, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Coleman and their family recently. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Guest of Greenwood, S.C., were the recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. ________ SHOWER IS GIVEN FOR MRS. HAWKINS Mrs. Mildred Cook Hawkins was the recipient of a lovely stork shower given in her honor at Slater Hall on the evening of February 20th. The guests assembled at Slater Hall, and after assembling everyone enjoyed a game and contest led by Mrs. N. C. Hawkins. At the conclusion of this social hour, the honoree was presented with many lovely gifts. Decorations for this occasion were lovely, with the colors pink and blue predominating. Delicious refreshments were served by Mrs. Robert H. Atkinson assisted by mrs. W. Earle Reid and Mrs. Frank A. Cook. ________ BEACH-HEAD CANTEENS. Three hours after the initial landing on Leyte, P.I., American Red Cross men had established beach-head canteens serving coffee and other refreshments. ________ help the Red Cross in order that they may help us, if we should need their help.

[Column 5] Floyd Revis. Mr. P. A. Jamison was the weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Adams, of Greenville, S.C. Mrs. Nora Roddy and daughter, Joann, and Miss Margaret Love, of Chester, have been the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Walllace and also Mr. and Mrs. James Wallace. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Talley, of Florida and Johnson City, Tenn., were the recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. David Tolley recently. Pfc. Harrison Tolley has written his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Tolley that he is safe and getting along well somewhere in France. He has been transferred from the Quartermaster division to the Infantry. Mrs. Mary Wallace has been absent from work for the past 15 days to be with her husband, James T. Wallace, A.M.M. 2/c, of the U.S. Navy, who is stationed in Pasco, Washington. While he was here, they visited Mr. Wallace's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Wallace, of Chester, S.C. Lawrence Barton, of the U.S. Navy, has completed his boot training at Bainb ridge, Md., and is now home visiting with his mother, Mrs. Alice Barton, of Marietta, S.C. ________ [Cartoons]

the LIGHTER SIDE by Walt/Ditzen

Your fingers are valuable--KEEP THEM OUT OF DANGER [Woman with fingers crushed between bowling balls]

CARE FOR THAT CAR--OR ELSE! (Man hitchhiking with thumb out]

DANGER--Warning signs in the plant are for your protection, too1 (Man in a broken section of ice]

From National Safety News Published by The National Safety Council

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March 8, 1945 THE SLATER NEWS Page Three

[Column 1] [Box in columns 1 and 2] GOINGS-ON-----IN WEAVE ROOMS [End of box in columns 1 and 2]

Miss Beatrice Robinson attended a party recently at the home of her cousin, Miss Nellie Turner, of Greenville. Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Henson and family were recent visitors in Marietta. Mr. Esley Fortner attended the funeral of his uncle, Mr. James Marion Ellenburg, last week. Mrs. Dublin of Second St., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Bell Pittman, in Baltimore, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Heyward Hannon and family were the Sunday guests of Miss Sarah Hannon. Cadet Nurses Louise and Lillian Waldrop of the Mary Black Hospital in Spartanburg recently visited their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Waldrop. Messrs. Otis Picklesimer and Edgar Picklesimer of Greenville were recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Canham. We were glad to see Bill Atkinson in tne mill last week. Before going into the Army, Bill was employed in the Slasher Room. Seaman Ralph Knight and Bob Henson write their parents that they met each other in California and that together they visited Tom Dublin and Wade Puckett, two former Slater boys who now reside there. S/Sgt. Herbert Landreth, who has been overseas three years, writes that "receiving the Slater News is just like a long, friendly letter from all the folks back home." Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Sprouse and family plan to move back to their home on Second Street as soon as the painting is finished. Broadus Poole and Leon McCall visited in Nashville, Tenn. recently, and while there took in the Grand Ole Oprey. They had a nice time. The Nite Owl Club, an organization under the leadership of Dora Addington and Helen Batson, is reportedly off to a good start. We are glad to have Mr. Rabbit Welch back to work with us. Miss Elizabeth McPherson is leaving our plant February 13 to enter the Nurses Cadet Corps at Greenville General Hospital. We are proud of Elizabeth. Mrs. Etta Phillips, Dwight Phillips and Rev. S. A. Phillips were the recent guests of Mrs. lloyd Bryant and family. Miss Thelma Batson is planning to spend the weekend in Greenville. We wonder what Sam Addington will do, now that hunting season is justs about over. Carl Hill went hunting Sat. but it was for workers in the mill. Friends of little Bobby Addington are glad to hear that he is able to go back to school. Sgt. Newman L. Hall, son of Mrs. Francis Hall, of Marietta, is now stationed at Zlcentro, Calif. Mrs. John W. Freeman, Sr., visited her daughter-in-law, Mrs. John W. Freeman, Jr., in Greenville over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Cephas Cantrell, Misses Bernice Mae Can-

[Column 2] trell and Sarah Elizabeth Edens were the dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Tallie Chastain. Pvt. Roy Jack Carman, who is stationed at Fort Meade, Md. is home on furlough. Jack says this is his last furlough home before leaving for overseas. He was employed as a cloth doffer in Weave Room No. three before entering service. Good luck to you, Jack! Miss Frances Miller spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Boyce Cox. Mr. and Mrs. Frank White and children visited Mr. and Mrs. Plasse Cox last week. We welcome Mrs. Doris Hart back to work. Mrs. Estelle Veal and small daughter, Clara Anne, visited Mrs. Cecil McKinney Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hall were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Plase Cox. Mrs. Hall is the sister of Mr. Cox. Miss Willene Miller and friends enjoyed a delightful trip to Saluda, N.C., Sunday. Mr. Jeff McAlister was a recent guest of his brother, Mr. J. W. McAlister, who was in an auto accident a short time ago. Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Henderson, of Greenville, were recent Sunday guests of the parents of Mr. Henderson, who live in Pickens. They are Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Henderson. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford McKinney. of Spartanburg, were the Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil McKinney and family. We welcome four newcomers on second shift: Miss Polly Peterson, Mrs. Dovie Faust, Leroy Tucker and Charlie McCall. Mrs. Priscilla Bruce was a weekend guest of Mrs. Ella Bagwell, of Spartanburg. Mrs. Fannie Goldsmith and Mrs. Ella Holloway, of Travelers Rest, were recent visitors of Mrs. T. L. Camden. Pvt. and Mrs. Marvin B. Mitchell, of Canada, were recent visitors of Miss Janie Cody's father, who is ill in a Travelers Rest Hospital. Mesdames Ella Mae Dudley, Nellie Barnette and Priscilla Bruce and their children motored to Greenville Sunday afternoon where they visited the son of Mrs. Bruce. He is Rance Bruce, Jr., and is now at the General Hospital, but expects to be home within a couple of weeks. ________ Dr. Trueblood Tells (Con't. from page 1, col. 5) Cook. The speaker of the evening was introduced by the Rev. Clyde M. Johnson, Pastor of the Slater Baptist Church, who was a student at Furman University when Dr. Trueblood was head of the Sociology Department there. Ushers for the occasion were a representative group from the Brownie and Intermediate Scouts, composed of the following: Carol Jean Godfrey, Carolyn Dixon, Sarah Jo. Johnson, Madge Robinson, Patty Godfrey and Helen Conner. Scout leaders who supervised the girls were Misses Hazel McJun-

[Column 3] Theatre Guide

March 9, 1945 "THE MERRY MONAHANS" Starring Donald O'Conner Peggy Ryan Jackie Oakie ___ March 10, 1945 "RAIDERS OF THE BORDER" Starring Johnny Mack Brown Raymond Hatton Ellen Hall ___ March 12, 1945 "SHOW BUSINESS" Starring Eddie Cantor George Murphy Joan Davis ___ March 16, 1945 "THREE LITTLE SISTERS" Starring Mary Lee Ruth Terry William Terry ___ March 17, 1945 "TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT" Starring Pbil Baker Phil Silvers Marjorie Massow ___ March 19, 1945 "WING AND A PRAYER" Starring Don Ameche Charles Bickford Dana Andrews ________

[Sketch of stork with baby in beak] Births Pfc. William D. and Mrs. Rice are the parents of a daughter who was born on February 14. The little girl has been named Hazel Gaynell, Mrws. Rice was the former Ruth Buchanan. ___ Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Barton, of Marietta, S.C. announce the birth of a son, Jerry Wayne, who was born on January 12, 1945. Mrs. Barton was the former Miss Palma Bridgeman of Travelers Rest. ___ Mr. and Mrs. Maxwell Landrum Poole are the parents of an eight pound boy who was born at the Wood Memorial Clinic on February 21. Mrs. Poole was before her marriage Miss Annie Henderson. ___ Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Blanton announce the birth of a baby boy, who has been named Ernest Leo. Mrs. Blanton is the former Miss Lois Peterson, and is a sister of Miss Polly Peterson. ___ kin and Frances Williams. Head ushers were Allen Suttle and Robert H. Atkinson. These lecture programs, sponsored by the Slater Community Association, are arranged by W. Earle Reid, Director of Educational Recreation. ________ Rayon fabrics are the chief products manufactured by S. Slater and Sons, Inc.

[Column 4] [Box in column 4] LINES FROM THE LIBRARY [End of box in column 4] "Reading Maketh A Full Man"--Bacon. If you are interested in people, you will want to read the book, "Getting Along With People," by Milton Wright. Written in interesting style, this book discusses the problem of social contacts, giving many pointers on how one may improve himself as a human being, and thus make himself more acceptable to those with whom he comes in contact. Some of the chief topics discussed are: Understanding Human Nature, Adjusting Yourself to the Other Fellow, Inferiority Complex, Traits of Leadership, and How to Become a Leader. For worthwhile and interesting reading, read "Getting Along With People." Now, what about a book written especially for mothers and fathers? Your Library has just the book for parents, and its title is "Parents and Children," by Ernest and Gladys Groves. According to the authors, the book aims to help and inform conscientious parents as they try to properly rear their children. To quote from the foreword, "These are the times that test parents." Therefore, all forward-looking parents will enjoy this book which discusses the family, the emotional life of the child, how to answer children's questions, and many other problems pertinent to child-rearing. Ladies, just listen to this! Your Library recently subscribed to "Charm" magazine, and the February issue has already arrived. We know that all of you will want to read it each month, and that you will especially enjoy the sections on Fashions, Beauty, and Homes. The February issue of "Better Homes and Gardens" carries two very interesting columns called "Speed Up!" With Places To Put Things." These suggestions are so good that we must pass some of them on to you, hoping that you will read the others in the Library at your convenience. The first of these suggestions that we wish to mention comes from Mrs. Walter Goldike, St. Louis, Mo. She writes: "I have a 'take-a-minute drawer' for those small but important odd jobs in sewing, mending and reading that never used to fit into my busy day. Now when I have to wait dinner for a late member, or during an odd moment that otherwise would be spent finding the job, I darn a pair of socks, sew on a button, or read an editorial from my drawer." From Miss Cornelia P. Zeller, Auburn, N.Y., comes this suggestion: "So your man-of-the-family won't be wearing his best suit while washing the car, and so he can find a good undershirt in a hustle, divide shirts or other clothing into three piles across the dresser drawer. Paste on the edge of the opened drawer labels printed Good, Medium, and Old, and cover with cellulose tape. Read the other suggestions for yourself from the February issue of "Better Homes and Gardens." Remember that ideas of this kind save time, and time-savers are a "must" for the modern housewife. ________ [Column 5]

Red Cross Offers Nursing Course RED CROSS STREAMLINES HOME NURSING COURSE. "Six Lessons in Care of the Sick" is the title of a new streamlined Red Cross course requiring but 12 hours of attendance by students, who learn 32 basic procedures used in home nursing. Designed specially for office, store, and factory workers with limited leisure time, Red Cross chapters are providing this shortened but comprehensive course in centrally located classrooms. Wherever given, the course is popular. In Cleveland, for example, classes for industrial groups were held this fall. Classrooms frequently were furnished by the management of participating concerns, which included the Higbee Company, the May Company, Wm. Taylor Son & Co., and the Bailey Company. Telephone workers attended classes at the Y.W.C.A., and still other groups met at Zion Hill Baptist Church. Classes are also being planned at Thompson Aircraft Ohio Crankshaft, Lamson and Sessions, Parker Applianece Company, the International Institute, and Lindner Company. Professional nurses teach classes limited to 10 members to insure practice time for each. The course is based on teaching methods developed by the Training Within Industry Service of the War Manpower Commission, and applies the same efficiency used in industrial job traininng. ________ WOMEN ENTERTAIN FOR MRS. REAAVES A lovely shower was given in honor of Mrs. John Reaves, Monday night, February 19, at Slater Hall, by Mrs. J. T. Reaves Mrs. Jessie Smith and Miss Janie McCluney. A number of games were played, after which the honoree was presented with many lovely gifts. Refreshments of Coca-Colas and cookies were served. Among those attending were Mrs. Carrie Reeves, Miss Janie McCluney, Mrs. Jessie Smith, Mrs. Mildred Cook Hawkins, Mrs. Marvin Hembree, Mrs. Clint Hawkins, Mrs. Stanley Hawkins, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. L. T. Scarce, Mrs. Frank Cook, Mrs. Sarah Chitwood, Mrs. Charlie McConnell, Mrs. Louis McConnell, Miss Dorothy Reaves, MrS J. T. Reaves, and a number of out-of-town guests. ________ Boy's Club Welcomes Old Member's Return Members of Boys' Club are enthusiastically welcoming Ted Smith back into the group. Some time ago, Ted and his parents moved to Charleston, which automatically took him away from Boys' Club for several months. Ted is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Smith of Slater. Mr. Smith is again affiliated with S. Slater and Sons, Inc. and is a loom fixer. Ted, we're glad you have come back to Slater, and the boys are hoping that you will be present at all the club meetings.

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Page Four THE SLATER NEWS March 8, 1945

[Column 1] [Box in columns 1 and 2] Our Servicemen Here And There [End of box in columns 1 and 2]

Leonard Henson Writes Friends Sgt. Leonard Henson wrote a letter to his many friends of s. Slater and Sons, Inc. His friends and fellow employees will read with interest his letter, which we are quoting as follows: "I have been receiving your fine paper regularly, except at times when it has been a little slow in getting to me as a result of my being moved around so often and also due to the fact that I didn't forward you my change of address as I should have done. This paper keeps me informed of the activities of all of my fine friends both in the service and at home. Without this paper, I would have no other means of knowing their whereabouts. "I was in on 'D' Day of the Philippines, and it was no picnic. But I know that the fine cooperation of the employees of S. Slater and Sons, Inc. made everything go along much smoother, because I saw lots of material like that which is made at Slater come floating down with the supplies which we so badly needed. "During the time I was in a foxhole, with water up to my shoulders, I thought, between bomb raids and straffing, of all the good times the gang, together with Mr. Lynch, had while working, and I would wonder when the time would come when we might get together again. "I want to say hello to all of my four brothers who are overseas. Although I know some of them have sene plenty of action, I hope it was no worse that what I went through. I would also like to say hello to my wife and children, mother and sisters-in-law. "I like the poems that are sent in to the newspaper by the boys in service and especially liked "Are You Tired, Mister." "I have been evacuated to a hospital, of which I am now a part, and am helping to restore the sick and wounded who are coming back to the hospital. "In closing, I want to say that I hope the good people of Slater will keep up the fine production which will enable us to win the war. I remain as always Sgt. Leonard Henson." Sgt. Henson formerly worked as a weaver in our plant before his entrance into service in May, 1942. He stated in his letter that he would be delighted to hear from his friends and his address may be obtained by calling at the Employment Office. ________ Red Cross Asks (Cont. from page 1, col. 2) way or other, as there is scarcely a family in the land that does not have one or more of its members in service. The Red Cross is no respector of persons or places but serves those in need of assistance. Officials express the hope that the drive will be very successful and that even more than the quota will be raised, as it is not known exactly how

[Column 2] SLATER SERVICEMEN MEET IN PACIFIC The Slater News has received a letter from James "Slick" Oglesby, formerly Athletic Director with S. Slater and Sons, Inc., who is now stationed in the Pacific Theatre of war. "Slick" states that he is getting along fine and that he is getting accustomed to life in that theatre of operations. He tells of life in one of the native villages near his station, but says that the highlight of his visit to a native village was hearing a native child sing "Pistol Packin' Mama" in English. "The Slater News is coming regularly now and I appreciate it very much. I love to read about old friends and the new people whom I expect to make my friends when I return. The last edition I received said "Tuck" was reported missing in action. I hated to hear that. That makes three of our boys and best young men so far. I am hoping the conflict will soon be over and we will be home again. "I had a small Slater reunion this week. Who should come driving up in a jeep but Dudley, Henry Jarrard, Bill Cashion and the youngest Dodson boy. It is a small world after all. Henry's wife wrote him that I was over here, so he and Dudley looked me up, then brought Cashion and Dodson along. We had a delightful time talking over our homes, what we were doing and hoped to do when we return home. We plan to get together again when we can snitch a little food for a party." The Dudley and Dodson referred to in Slick's letter was Q.M. 3/c Guilford Dodson and Pfc. Marion L. Dudley. The others were Sgt. W. H. jarrard Coxswain Bill Cashion, all of whom are either former employees of this company or live in this community. We are glad to hear from the boys and hope that they have the pleasure of having another reunion, but better still hope that the war will soon be over so that they can be with us here at Slater again. ________ SIGNAL CORPS AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS TROOPS on the Western Front in Europe strung 330,000 miles of wire in the first five months after D-Day and now are using approximately 2,200 miles of wire daily, using 200,000 tons of communication equipment. In one area facilities are already two and one half times as effective as those in Nazi use after four years of occupation. ________ FLYING FORTRESSES, LIBERATOR MARAUDER AND HAVOC bombers of the U.S. Tactical AZF are bieng lightened for heavier loads and faster flying by substituting "flak curtains" for heavy armor plate. ________ heavy will be the demands on the Red Cross during the coming year. Allen Suttle, Assistant to the Industrial Relations Manager, will be in charge of the Red Cross drive at Slater.

[Column 3] [Box in column 3] With The Sick [End of box in column 3] Mrs. Annie Johnson, second hand in the Cloth Room, has been very ill with a severe case of pneumonia. We are glad to hear that she is improving. We miss her and will be glad when she is able to be back on the job again. Betty Scarce, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. T. Scarce, has also been dangerously ill with pneumonia. She has had a very hard time, but thanks to Dr. Takacy and the wonder drug, Penicillin, she is now on the speedy road to recovery. The baby of Mr. Redford Grasty has been very ill with pneumonia. Mr. Grasty works in the Cloth Room. Among those in the Cloth Room who have recently been absent due to illness. They are: Mrs. Bessie Shirley, Mrs. Fidelia Veal, Miss Margaret Raxter, Miss Janie McCluney and Miss Marie Smith. We are glad they are able to be back on the job again. Everyone is glad to have Mr. Roy Tweed back on the job in the Weave Room, after having been out due to illness. We are sorry to learn that Miss Inez Stockton will have an operation on February 27. Mr. C. E. Hall is ill at General Hospital. He is the father of Gaynell Coleman and Frances and Louise Hall. Mr. Fennell, father of Mrs. Exie Harris, is seriously ill. Mrs. Mae Turnbull is ill. She works in the Weave Room. Mr. Bill Cody, another employee of the Weave Room, has been ill, but is now able to be back on the job again. Mr. Jim Smith has been out sick for several months, but is now back at work. Mr. M. D. McClain is ill and unable to work at present. He is an employee of the Weave Room. We are sorry to hear that the mother of J. B. Smith is still sick, and trust she will have a speedy recovery. We are glad to have Mr. Ed. Farmer back with us again. He was out for a few days due to the illness of his wife. Leland Jones is improving from a recent illness. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Jones. Mrs. Allen Suttle and her son Billie have been ill but both are improving. Don Waldrop, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Waldrop, is improving after having been ill. Rosa and Patricia Addington have been sick but both have now fully recuperated and are up and around again. Mrs. Charles T. Thompson and Ann are imiproving from recent illnesses. Mr. Paul Foster is ill at her home, but her condition is now greatly iproved. Mrs. Cecil Hyer has been ill but is getting along nicely now. We trust she will soon be up and around again. "Gib" and Dinny Toby have both been ill. They are the sons of Mrs. Dorothy Toby. Mr. J. W. Whitmire has been seriously ill in the hospital. He will probably remain in the hospital for several weeks yet, but his condition is much better. Mrs. Grace Penland is recuperating from an appendectomy.

[Column 4] TIME NOW RIGHT FOR YARD PLANS Yes, it may still be winter, and the thoughts of beautiful little flowers sprouting forth from Mother Earth might cause you to shiver and shudder, but the time is fast approaching for you to begin planning your yard beautification for the summer. While you are sitting in your cozy warm room, why not take a few peeks through your moistened window panes to your frosty yards and begin to visualize the way you want it to look when spring and summer pushes old man winter into past history. That's it! You are just being reminded that it is time now for you to begin making plans to have the most attractive yard in Slater during the summer of 1945. The Slater Community Association will again this year sponsor a series of yard beautification contests for the residents of Slater. Rules and regulations for these contests will be announced later, but your job is to be ready to qualify for one of the prizes when awarding time arrives. ________ Boy's Library Club Loves Basketball Basketball and more basketball! That's the chime of the Boys' Library Club each Wednesday afternoon. Practically every club period for the last several weeks has been very well attended. The average attendance at each meeting is approximately 28. The club boys assemble at the library, return their old books and check out new ones, and then go to Slater Hall for their basketball games. Since so many boys are attending, it is impossible for each boy to get to play very long at a time. The group is divided up into various teams and then each team is allowed to occupy the court for a specified number of minutes. One thing that has helped the sponsor of the club so much is the assistance rendered by certain high school boys who have so faithfully contributed a portion of their time by serving as referees and team managers. This extra help from the larger boys is appreciated very much by Mr. Reid and each member of the Boys' Library Club. Boys, if you are between the ages of eight and thirteen, why not join this club and take part in some good wholesome recreation by reading good books and by playing competitive games? ________ THE NAVY'S VALIANT "CONVERTED FLEET" of patrol vessels is gradually receiving its honorable discharge. The fleet of converted yachts and fishing boats was hastily mustered in and sent against the enemy submarines early in 1942. It was the first of three waves of anti-submarine vessels, being followed by newly constructed wooden vessels, which in turn were followed by a steel fleet of new ships. Now the availability of the specially built wooden and steel vessels plus the changing aspects of the war make it possible for the U.S. Navy to return to the Maritime Commission, for disposal or eventual return to

[Column 5] Red Cross Work Lasts After War Keep your Red Cross at his side. Never was this more important than today. Long after swords have been beaten into plowshares the Red Cross will have much to do. Even after the last gun has been fired, many a month will pass before all our fighting men are home. Some will be confined in hospitals for long periods of recovery. Traditional Red Cross service for these men who have sacrificed so much must continue unabated. It is a sacred obligation delegated to your Red Cross. No less sacred is the obligation to stand by with all necessary aid while veterans of this war, now being returned to civil life, adjust themselves in new conditions, prepare to take their rightful places in field and factory. The welfare of the families of our men in uniform, their wives and children, their aged parents, must be guarded to see they do not suffer want in these trying times. The refugees and waifs of war need help--help such as only the Red Cross is prepared to give in a war-scarred world. Those essential and humanitarian services which at home have characterized the Red Cross through the years must be continued: disaster relief home nursing instruction, nurses' aide training, the many volunteer services, and other activities. Though the roar of guns may ceease, human needs remain. The Red Cross can meet these only with your continued generous support. The President has designated March as Red Cross Month, the period in which the 1945 Red Cross War Fund will be raised. Red Cross activities are financed solely from voluntary contributions aned gifts. We all must do our part. ________ Mrs. Clark Entertains In Honor Of Mrs. Hall Mrs. C. B. Clark entertained a number of guests at her home on February 24 in the honor of Mrs. Charles Hall, of Marietta. The guests assembled in the living room of the home where several games were played and enjoyed by all present. The honor guard, Mrs. Hall, was then presented many gifts which came as a surprise to her. Following the social hour, the hostess served punch, sandwiches, cake and candy. Among the guests attending were Mrs. Hughie L. Marshall and daughter, Barbara Sandra, of Laurens, Mrs. Bill Goodwin, Mrs. James Allison, Mrs. Claud Connor, Mrs. Claude Hall, Mrs. Nelson Hall, Mrs. Revenell Connor, Mrs. Cleveland Duncan, Mrs. Grady Gilreath, Mrs. B. O. McMakin, and Mrs. J. E. Cody. ________ their owners, many of the converted small craft which were so urgently needed to protect our coastline and convoys when the U.S. plunged into war on December 7, 1941.

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