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PERFECTION IN TEXTILES - A SLATER FAMILY TRADITION SINCE 1790

THE SLATER NEWS

[Picture] Old Slater Mill PAWTUCKET, R. I. EST. 1790

Vol. 4 Slater, S. C., February 28, 1946 No. 4

[Picture] Slater Mill SLATER, SO. CAROLINA 1943

[Column 1] Dr. John R. Sampey, Jr. Lectures To Slater Residents At Auditorim

A special lecture featuring Dr. John R. Sampey, Jr., of Furman University, was sponsored at Slater Hall by the Slater Community Association on the night of February 5. Dr. Sampey lectured on his travels in Africa, using the subject, ''Forty Thousand Miles Over Africa.''

The speaker began by taking the audience on an imaginary ''air trip'' over Africa, later settling down and discussing two or three outstanding places. He stated that the approach to Africa, either by boat or plane, impresses one with the fact that the continet has an unusually straight coast line, there are almost no harbors. This lack of harbors, together with poor roads and lack of transeontinental railroads makes Africa almost inaccessible thus contributing to the ''dark'' features of the continent.

During the hurried ''air trip'' on which Dr. Sampey took his listeners, the speaker pointed out that North Africa resembles the eastern part of the United States when viewed from the air.

Topping the Atlas Mountains and traveling South, Dr. Sampey's audience ''flew over'' the Sahara Desert. The speaker stated that, contrary to common opinion, the Sahara is

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NYLON HOSIERY SOLD TO SLATER PEOPLE

Readers of the Slater News, and especially those of the fairer sex, know how hard it is to obtain nylon hosiery, for they are almost unobtainable.

Despite this shortage, the Slater Cloth Shop was able to secure a limited number of pairs, and, being desirous of giving every employee a chance to obtain a pair of these stockings, it was decided to use paycheck statements for the week ending February 8. These statements were presented at the Cloth Shop, and thus the workers were enabled, if they so desired, to receive the hose. Persons closely connected with the company but not actually on the payroll were also taken care of.

Due to the fact that this hosiery had slight defects, most of which were unnoticable, the hosiery was sold at a price below the ceiling for such hosiery.

It is the purpose of the Cloth Shop to sell hard-to-get and almost unobtainable articles as soon as they arrive and in such a manner that employees of the company will have an equal and fair chance to get such items.

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[Picture] J. A. White, Plant Manager of the Slater Manufacturing Co., Inc., is the new President of the Greenville Textile Club of Greenville, S. C.

Local Man Heads The Textile Club

At the last meeting of The Greenville Textile Club, held at the Parker High School Cafeteria in Greenville, S. C., J. A. White, Plant Manager of the Slater Manufacturing Co., Inc., was elected president.

The club is made up of textile men from the various mills in Greenville County and meets at Parker High School. It is one of the oldest organizations of its kind and has been in existence for approximately a quarter of a century.

Textile problems come before the club, and the opinions of many are given and digested as the club seeks to solve the problems that confront its members. Interesting speakers are also brought in and discuss subjects in their fields. The club is partly social, and at each meeting a supper is served.

The new president has been with this company since July, 1937 as Plant Manager. Prior to coming here, Mr. White was Superintendent of the Cleveland Cloth Mill at Shelby, N. C. for a period of about eight years. Before becoming connected with the Cloth Mill, he was with the Erlanger Mill at Lexington, N. C.

Mr. White received his education at Clemson College, graduating in the Class of 1924 with the degree of B. S. in Textiles. He is a member of the Associated Reformed Presbyterian Church and has served as a church officer of his church. Mr. White is married to the former Miss Mary Browne, and the Whites have three children - two sons, J. A. White, Jr. and (Con't. on page 2, col 4)

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Red Cross Active In Peace As Well As In War Times

With the cessation of hostilities the American Red Cross, never exclusively a war agency, moved immediately into preparation for a peacetime program that will include many activities that grew to importance during the wartime years.

Services to those still on active duty with the armed forces will be continued by the Red Cross as long as they are needed. There are Red Cross clubs and recreation centers in Japanese and German territory like those that once provided a friendly haven for combat troops. Red Cross field directors help men and women of the occupation forces solve problems as demoralizing to those fighting a ''waiting war'' as to those facing death on the battlefield.

For the hospitalized serviceman the American Red Cross will continue to maintain a full schedule of service, including recreation and welfare programs. In hospitals in this country volunteers supplement the Red Cross staff, and additional volunteers in Red Cross chapters throughout the country help maintain the man's contact with home.

Red Cross service to the discharged serviceman, begun with his induction, follows him through separation center or hospital back to his home community. Red Cross workers assist him with personal and family problems and help acquaint him with the government benefits to which, as a veteran, he may be entitled.

In camps and hospitals, on farms and in cities, the Red Cross must carry on in peace as in war. To maintain the American Red Cross program of service during the coming months to members of our armed forces, to veterans and their dependents, to disaster victims and others in need, will require at least $100,000,000. being raised in March by contributions to the 1946 Red Cross Fund. Give Now!

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[Picture] Home from the war and back on his job as Director of Community Activities is James H. ''Slick'' Oglesby of Slater, S. C.

Veteran Returns To Duties Here.

James H. ''Slick'' Oglesby has returned to Slater and has resumed his position as director of community activities, after about 3 1/2 years of service in the Army of the United States.

''Slick'' is an old-timer at Slater, having first become connected with life in the village here in 1930 when he came to work with his uncle, the late James A. Lybrand, Sr. After working with his uncle a short time, he was employed in the mill and later worked with the dope wagon, forerunner of the modern commissary. In 1934, when Slater Hall was completed, ''Slick'' went to work there under F. B. Pinson, who is now in the Purchasing Department of this company at Greensboro, N. C. When Mr. Pinson was transferred from Slater Hall ''Slick'' took over the duties there and continued in that capacity until called into service in May, 1942.

Mr. Oglesby was stationed in the States until October, 1944, when he went overseas, being stationed for the greater part of this time in New Guinea. While overseas he was connected with the Speical Services and performed duties similar to those he is now performing here at Slater.

''Slick'' had risen to the position of Sergeant when he received his honorable discharge on December 28, 1945.

Mr. Oglseby is a native of South Carolina, having been born in Chester on October 19, 1907. He is the son of the late James. H. and Lula Campbell Oglesby. He graduated from Great Falls High School, as his (Con't. on page 2, col. 5)

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Aubrey And Pearl Ledford Offer Garbage Collection For Village

Early this year the collection of garbage in the village of Slater was taken over by Messrs. Aubrey and Pearl Ledford. Unfortunately, they have had trouble with their truck, and have not been able to maintain their original schedule for garbage disposal. However, the Messrs. Ledfords state that they now have their truck in good condition, and are ready to resume weekly garbage collections.

Regarding rates, the price for the first garbage disposal will be agreed upon the first day you wish to have your garbage collected. Beginning March 1st, the Messrs. Ledfords will expect to receive $1.00 in advance for each month (or part of a month) thereafter. If you wish to have your garbage collected, you are asked to pay your $1.00 monthly fee in advance between the first and seventh of each month. You will be expected to have all your garbage in one place (in a can if possible) and arranged so that it can be conveniently loaded onto a truck.

The following weekly schedule is to be observed: Monday - First Street and Circle Drive Tuesday - Second Street Wednesday - Third Street and Talley Bridge Road. Thursday - Fourth Street and Fourth Street Extension

This is a much needed service to our community, and you are urged to take advantage of the (Con't. on page 2, col. 2)

TYPEWRITERS GIVEN TO LOCAL SCHOOL

The Slater-Marietta School wishes to extend appreciation to the Slater Manufacturing Co., Inc., for the gift of seven additional typewriters to the school.

The school was facing a serious problem of providing the necessary machines for teaching typing. These seven typewriters given to the school last fall made it possible to enroll more students in typing classes.

To further meet this problem, an afternoon class in typing is being taught for high school students. This class is held for one hour after school each day, and credit is being given for the course.

The total number of students taking typing in the high school is 48 students, taking either beginner's typing or second year typing.

These typing classes would not have been possible had not the Slater Manufacturing Co., Inc., donated the typewriters and thus providede the means of solving the problem.

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Page Two THE SLATER NEWS February 28, 1946

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The Slater News

Published Every Two Weeks By Slater Manufacturing Co., Inc. Established 1790 In the Interest of Its Employees

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STAFF

ROBERT H. ATKINSON - Editor CECIL, SPEIGHTS - Asst. Editor

REPORTERS

Weave Room: Ernestine McCall, Nellie Barnette, Walker Reid, Gladys Cox, Rosalee Cox, Sara C. Chitwood, Dovie Faust, Louise Bagwell, and Margaret Johnson.

Preparation Dept,: Jessie Vassey, Dorothy Hawkins, Julia Brown, Mildred Mull, Mary Wallace, Lucille Tate, Ruby Drury, Nellie Ruth Payne, Stanley Hawkins, Irene Cox.

Cloth Room: Opal, W. Smith.

Community: Mrs. Raymond Johnson, W. Earle Reid, Ruby P. Reid, Doris F. Atkinson.

EDITORIALS

Slater, A Good Place To Live

A simple phrase, but the essence of what we like to call ''The American Way of Life.''

Slater is not just a collection of houses, but rather a community of homes and families. A peaceful dwelling place where children grow and expand under ideal surroundings with every facility for spiritual, mental and physical growth.

The community spirit is apparent in all its activities. Ever mindful of the welfare of others, the people of Slater are in the lead in all good works, local or national. They always do more than required of them.

The American way of life is also carried into our Slater plant. The health and welfare of our workers is carefully guarded. A complete air conditioning system is provided throughout the plant, and our constant aim is to have the best possible working conditions.

In all things we strive earnestly to get results through the spirit of cooperation and determination. We are justly proud of the progress that has been made at Slater, and we want everyone to continue to build on the foundation which was started by Samuel Slater in 1790, when the original Slater Mill was started.

FOR SALE

5 1/2 acres, four room house, with city lights and water, on White Horse Road just off Geer Highway. Near church and school. This property is in excellent condition throughout. For particulars, see Jere Bates, Supply Room.

BUY VICTORY BONDS

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SLATER DAY BY DAY

Our village is a place that is different from the majority of the villages where maufacturing plants are located.

Here, We, the People own our homes and the little plot of ground on which these homes stand.

We haven't always owned them. About six years ago S. Slater & Sons, Inc., began selling these homes to the individuals. And now this town belongs to the people, and its welfare is the people's problem.

We are proud of our neat, paved, tree-shaded streets and sidewalks, and of our homes and yards and gardens and of our neighbours' homes and yards and gardens.

But we can't be content to sit back and be proud. There are other things that our village needs that only the home-owners and the residents of Slater can obtain for themselves. And these things must be obtained through the combined efforts of all the peoples of Slater.

They need to be presented to and discussed by the laborers, the housewives, and every resiednt of Slater that is interested in a progressive, wide-awake, resourceful, adequate, clean community. A ''town hall'' meeting every so often would be the ideal place for such discussions.

Some of the problems we need to discuss in such a manner are: (1) A Parent- Teacher Association. If every school district in South Carolina had a welloiled, smooth-running P. T. A. the small schools and the consolidated schools in outlying districts could petition, in cooperation with each other, to the State Board of Education for a more complete curriculum and more vocational training. Then graduates from any S. C. school could enter any college well prepared to complete his education. (2) A Local Cemetary. We own our homes here, we make our living here, why not bury our dead here? A cemetary would give dignity and permanency to our village. () A Well-Chaperoned Program of Clean Entertainment for our Young Folks. Such a program should be elastic enough to fill any need for fun and clean sports that our young people might desire. It should be stable enough to demand good behavior and fair play from all the participants. And it should be endorsed by every broadminded, progressive adult in Slater.

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opportunity to do your part in helping to make Slater a more sanitary place, both for yourself and for your neighbour.

For further information concerning this matter, please contact either Mr. Aubrey Ledford, of No. 28 First Street, or Mr. Pearl Ledford, of No. 13 Second Street.

When a man has not a good reason for doing a thing, he has one good reason for letting it alone. - Thomas Scott

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Cloth Room Chatter

Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Hammett, of Travelers Rest, and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Hammett, of Tigerville, had dinner Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hester and family.

Mr. and Mrs. Troy Galloway and family visited Mr. Galloway's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Galloway, of Brevard, N. C., last weekend.

Mr. and Mrs. L. T. Link visited Mr. Link's father, Mr. C. H. Link, of Greenville, last Sunday.

We are happy to learn that Venetia Tate's daughter, Loutricia, has recovered from mumps and has returned to her school studies.

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mountainous, rather than entirely flat. As the audience traveled toward South Africa with Dr. Sampey, the speaker pointed out the appearance of rainfall and the tropical forest around the Gulf of Guinea.

The lecturer paused to speak of the Congo River and the territory known as the Belgian Congo. The great Congo River has two-thirds of all the waterfall in Africa, thus affording great water power possiblities. Dr. Sampey implied that the Congo, as a prospective source of uranium, will probably become more important in the future.

In discussing some particular spots in Africa, the speaker described Capetown, one of the most beautiful harbors in the world, and talked briefly concerning Egypt and Nigeria. He contrasted the ancient town of Kano in Nigeria with the modern city of Johannesbury in Southern Africa.

Dr. Sampey climaxed his lecture by stating the problems of Africa. In the first place, Africa is dark educationally. Since the states fo nothing in this respect, the only educational systems are those set up and maintained by missions. In the second place, Africa is a sick continent, and medical missions are needed. In the third place, Africa is a lost or dark continent spiritually.

The lecture was presided over by W. Earle Reid, Director of Educational Recreation. The program opened with the singing of ''America,'' after which the Rev. T. L. Bryson, Pastor of the Slater Methodist Church, pronounced the Invocation.

The speaker of the evening was introduced by the Rev. B. Lester Huff, Pastor of the Marietta Baptist Church.

In presenting Dr. Sampey, Rev. Huff stated that the speaker is now head of the Chemistry Department of Furman University, having taken over this position in 1934. During World War II, Dr. Sampey was a Lieutenant Colonel with the Army and rendered four years of active service to his country, his active duties being with the Inspector General's Department. Dr. Sampey holds the B. S., M. S., and Ph. D. degrees from the University of Chicago, and is also the author of ''A Textbook of Pandemic Chemisty.''

Special music was rendered by Miss Kathaleen Farnsworth,

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Changeable Weather The Fashion As All Types Are Seen And Felt

February 2 (Groundhog Day) was bright and sunny and a couple of days later the weather man sent us an unhappy mixture, composed of unequal parts of rain, sleet, and bone-chilling cold. This, of course, was just to verify Mr. Woodchuck's prediction of six more weeks of changeable weather.

And changeable? It certainly is!

We have had days upon days of rain when the clouds actually seemed to open up and pour down tons of water, until the ground was slushy and oozed water with every footstep, and mournful blackbirds walked around in the wet to pick up bits of soggy bread.

Then came a rain-washed dawn with tiny misty puffs of clouds scurrying to hide from the face of a brilliant sun. And

(con't to column 5) on this day the robins hopped about to pull lazy worms from the damp earth, and bluebirds darted about the sun.

Next we have one of those cold days that belonged early in January; a day when the morning frost covered our village like a young snow and the hoar-frost pushed up bits of frozen earth that did not melt in a day's cloudy sunshine.

And one recent evening, there was a glowing sunset when the Master Painter dipped into His wealth of color and set the west afire with such a blaze of brilliancy that the reflection reached into the farthest arc of a radiant sky. The fiery orange blazoned against the slate-gray clouds and reflected upon bits of blue heaven, until all the colors merged to shed a faint pink glow over our village.

Library Club Has Valentine Party

Members of the Boys' Library Club enjoyed a rather unique Valentine party on the afternoon of February 13.

The boys met in the Library, where they exchanged their books. After a period of activity appropriate for Valentine day, the librarian distributed Valentines. The boys were then served colorful candies. At the conclusion of this part of the party, the boys went to Slater Hall where they played basketball. Mr. James H. (Slick) Oglesby supervised the boys while they played ball.

Those attending the party were: Gene Addington, Billy Garrett, Kenneth Waldrop, Weldon Gosnell, Jesse White, Jimmy Revis, Buddy Stephenson, Jimmy Lell, Eugene Henderson, Robert Henderson, Alton White, and Bobby Sprouse.

Also: Truman Dickson, Bobby Addington, Jack Dean, Marshall Jones, Douglas Bradberry, Abie Cook, Bobby Hawkins, Philip Henderson, and Gib Toby.

This party was sponsored by the Slater Community Association.

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Sam Browne White, and one daughter, Mollie Dale White.

The many friends of Mr. White are glad to know of his election to this new position and confidently predict the Textile Club will have one of its best years under his guidance and leadership.

cellist. Miss Farnsworth teaches music in the Slater-Marietta Schools. For her cello numbers, Miss Farnsworth was accompanied at the piano by Miss Winifred Bahan, of Greenville.

Ushers for the lecture were James H. (Slick) Oglesby, Darrel Toby, and the following Boy Scouts: Glen Pierce, Ansel McMakin, Jr., Jerry Mack Ballenger, and Bobby Cole.

This program was sponsored by the Slater Community Association.

SCHOOL DEPARTMENT OFFERS FACILITIES

The Home Economics Department of the Slater-Marietta High School will be open every Tuesday afternoon after school in order that any person in the communities may come to the school and use any of the equipment in the department.

There are sewing machines, large tables, pressure cookers, curtain stretchers, a pinking attachment, button hole worker, and much other useful equipment; and you may feel free to use any of it.

Mrs. Cleveland, the Home Economics teacher, will be there and will be glad to assist in any possible way.

Spring is coming, so let's each of us go to work and conserve and save all that we can.

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family moved there when he was just a tot. He also attended the University of South Carolina.

In an interview, Mr. Oglesby stated that he had seen the beginnings of what is now known as the Industrial Relations Program and had seen it grow into its present sphere of usefulness and importance. He stated that it was now a definite factor in the lives of the people of Slater and hoped that it would continue to grow in usefulness and service to the people of this community.

The reason why men who mind their own business succeed is because they have so little competition -- Anonymous

[Cartoon] PRACTICAL JOKERS TAKE CHANCES WITH OTHER FOLKS' LIVES!

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February 28, 1946 THE SLATER NEWS Page Three

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GOINGS-ON---- -IN WEAVE ROOMS-

Mr. Leon McCall visited Mr. and Mrs. George Earl Smith last week.

Mrs. Vannie Goldsmith visited her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Paul Goldsmith, and granddaughter, Faye, recently.

Archie Smith, brother of Doris Graham and former employee of this plant, was recently prompted to Staff Sergeant. He is now stationed at Windsor, California, at a prisoner of war camp.

Frank Foster, ''Duck'' Smith, and Bo Gaines enjoyed a midwinter swim in Saluda River recently when thier motor boat overturned.

Miss Sybil Williams was the weekend guest of Hazel Buchanan.

Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Baldwin and children, and Mrs. Steve Baldwin, of Greenville, visited Mrs. Nora Buchanan and family Sunday.

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Miss Fannie Allen celebrated her 21st birthday on February 14, Valentine's Day. Best wishes, Fannie!

Mrs. Opal Lane's husband, John Lane, has recently returned from overseas.

We would like to express our sincere sympathy to Miss Elsie Lee Pittman, whose father died recently.

Employees of Weave Room No. 2 welcome Harold Tilley back to work, after having been in the Army in the Pacific for over two years.

We all miss Mrs. Naomi Bruton who has gone with her husband to make their home in Fort Worth, Texas.

It's good to see Milton Smith back on his old job as weaver. Milton was recently discharged from the Army after serving over three years.

Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Sprouse and family visited relatives in Piedmont last Sunday.

Girls' Club Has Party In Library

The Girl's Library Club held its Valentine party in the Slater Library Monday afternoon, February 11.

The chief activity of the afternoon was the making of a Valentine box which was to be used for the Story Hour groups later in the week. The girls planned and made the box, using the ideas and suggestions of the group.

At the end of the activity period, Valentines and candies, compliments of the Slater Community Association, were presented to the club members.

Those attending the party were: Nancy Stephenson, Betty Garrett, Madge Robinson, Margaret Robinson, Martha Robinson, Fern Barrett, Carolyn Dixon, Mary Ann Tilley, Frances Hester, Barbara Lou Hester, Sandra Burgess, and Sarah Faye Johnson.

Girl Scout Leaders Are Invested At Rites Here

On January 16, 1946, five new assistant Girl Scout leaders were invested for Slater Girl Scout Troops.

Miss Camille Cleveland, field secretary from the Greenville office, was present to invest the leaders.

Those invested were: Misses Eloise Loftis and Faye Ferree for the Senior Troop; Misses Amile Batson and Hattie Belle Forrest for the Intermediate Troop; and Miss Eleanor Martin for the Brownie Troop.

This is the largest number of Girl Scout leaders Slater has had, and this will mean that better scout work can and should be expected this year.

When a man wants to murder a tiger he calls it sport; when a tiger wants to murder him he calls it ferocity. - G. B. Shaw.

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BOOKS ARE GIVEN TO LIBRARY HERE

The following books were recently donated to the Slater Library by Sarah Faye Johnson: ''Our American,'' ''Have You Ever Seen,'' ''Poppy, The Adventures of a Fairy,'' and ''Treasure Island.''

Sarah Faye, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Johnson, is a member of the Girls' Library Club and is quite interested in the activities of the Library. We appreciate her thoughtfulness in donating these books, and invite the children of Slater to read them at their earliest opportunity.

Safety Record Is Result Of Unity

In order to maintain a safety record it is necessary for everyone concerned to work constantly to maintain and even to better the existing record.

The year 1943, insofar as the record here at Slater was concered, was poor indeed for a large number of lost time accidents were recorded. Perhaps other plants throughout the country experienced the same condition for in that year thousands and thousands of inexperienced persons went to work for the first time in industrial plans. This, of course, was due to the fact that many experienced workers were called to the armed forces and also because most plants greatly expanded their personnel.

Realizing something must be done about the deplorable accident record here, officials went to work to better the record. One of the most potent weapons used was to make people safety minded.

As this factor permeated the plant, the accident record began to improve. By the end of 1944, the record of lost time accidents had been cut to less than half the number in the preceeding year. 1945 was the best year yet.

If 1946 is to be better, it will require the effort of all concerned. What will we do about it?

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Theatre Guide

March 1, 1946 ''CRIME DOCTOR'S WARNING'' Starring Warner Baxter Dusty Anderson Coulter Irwin March 2, 1946 ''PHANTOM OF 42nd STREET'' Starring Dave O'Brien Kay Aldridge Alan Mowbray March 4, 1946 ''HIT THE HAY'' Starring Judy Canova March 8, 1946 ''ANCHORS AWEIGH'' Starring Frank Sinatra Kathryn Grayson Gene Kelley Jose Iturbi March 9, 1946 ''LADY CONFESSES'' Starring Mary Beth Hughes Hugh Beaumont Claudia Drake March 11, 1946 ''YOLANDA, AND THE THEIF'' Starring Fred Astaire Lucille Bremer Frank Morgan

Valentine Party For Little Folks

Valentine parties were held for the Story Hour groups on the afternoon of February 14 and 15.

The children met in the library, where they made Valentines, played games, and sang Valentines songs. At the close of the play periodm the tiny tots gathered around the beautiful Valentine box which had been made for the occasion by the Girls' Library Club. The Valentines were then distributed, after which mixed candies were served.

Those attending the parties were: Rosa Addington, Patricia Addington, Patsy Hand, Patsy Ivester, Linda Pace, James Harold Wilson, Nancy Ann Turner, David Eanes, Jimmy Burnetter, Dale McWhite, Delton Hall, Peggy Scarce, Betty Scarce, and Jimmy Wilson.

Also: ''Butch'' Burgess, Lynn White, Carolyn Hayden, Gloria Cook, Billy Suttle, Jimmy Jones, Patsy Tilley, Page Acree, Molly White, Dickie Stephenson, and Johnny Addington.

Members of the Boys' and Girls' Library Clubs who assisted the librarians with these parties were: Margaret Robinson, Martha Robinson, Grady Eanes, Gib Toby, Kenneth Godfrey, Fern Barrett, Carolyn Dixon, Betty Garrett, Elaine Foster, and Mary Ann Tilley.

Mrs. Joyce Turner, mother of Nancy Ann, and Mrs. Ted Addington, mother of Rosa and Patricia, visited the Thursday afternoon group.

These parties were sponsored by the Slater Community Association.

A woman never forgets her sex. She would rather talk with a man than an angel, any day. - O. W. Holmes.

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LINES FROM THE LIBRARY

Recently several people have come to the library in search of material relevant to flower growing. With spring almost here, it is time to begin planning flower for summer beauty. The librarian takes great pleasure in listing a number of books pertinent to the subject of flower growing, hoping that they will be helpful to those who wish to beautify their yards during the warm weather ahead.

The first of these books is entitled ''A Book of Garden Flowers,'' and is written by Margaret McKenny. This book is especially good in that it lists many of the flowers which bloom in spring, summer, and autumn, stating to which season each belongs. The book is beautifully illustrated, with a discussion of the planting and cultivation of each flower listed.

''Perennial Gardens,'' by H. Stuart Ortloff, is another book which you will want to read as you plan your garden. ''This book tells how and where to use perennials in the home landscape, how to select appropriate kinds, and how to care for, cultivate and propagate them. It is written for the home gardener who knows the beauty, value, and enjoyment to be gained from intelligent planning and planting of the home-grounds, and who wants to know more about perennials.'' If you are interested in plantings which continue through the year, or through many years, read ''Perennial Gardens.''

''Flower Garden Primer,'' by Julia Cummins, is also helpful. The book is written with the beginner in mind, and the chapters are so arranged that they can be read in sequence or out of their regular order.

If you want to have a good lawn, you should read ''Better Lawns,'' by Howard B. Sprague. This book ''Gives specific directions, based on years of actual practical experience, for soil preparation, the selection of seed mixtures for various types of soil and climatic conditions, the control of weed and insect pests, and general round-theyear care of the lawn.''

''A Woman's Hardy Garden,'' by Helena Rutherford Ely, is also a very practical book. It tells ''What we should plant and when we should plant it; how to care for it after it is planted and growing; what to do if it does not grow and blossom; what will blossom, and when it will blossom, and what the blossom will be.''

Another book which the gardener will find interesting is ''The Outdoor Living Room,'' by Ramsey and Lawrence. This book gives many ideas on making an outdoor living room which will be livable, pleasing, and attractive. Even though your grounds may be limited, you may have some nook in the yard which could be converted into a pleasant ''room'' for hot summer days.

A very unique books is the one entitled ''Week-End Gardening,'' by Sterling Patterson. ''There are twelve chapters, one for each month of the year. These are subdivided into four

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Souvenirs Asked For War Display

R. P. Canham, Manager of the Slater Commissary, has announced that he is interested in borrowing material from veterans who have returned from the Pacific theatre of war, as he is desirous of having a display shown in the display house in the front yard of the mill.

Slaterites will remember that recently Mr. Canham was a moving figure in having a very worthwile display of souvenirs in this building, but most of the articles in this display were of German make from the European theater of war.

Mr. Canham is to be congratulated on the interest he has taken in this work, and in an interview said that he wished to thank all who made the last display possible, and hopes that veterans will continue to lend their souvenirs so that a spendid display can be had this time.

Anyone having souvenirs that they would like to lend may see Mr. Canham at any time in the Commissary.

weekends each. Under each weekend is discussed a subject which is of special interest to the gardener at that time of the year.'' The book is written in interesting style, and possesses many entertaining qualities.

In addition to the books just mentioned, the gardener will also enjoy the magazines, ''Flower Grower'' and ''The Home Garden,'' both of which are recieved at the library each month.

Amoung our new library members is Mrs. Sophie Smith. All of us know Mrs. Smith, and it is with great pleasure that we welcome her to the library.

Mrs. Pearl Ledford recently added her name to the library roll. Although Mrs. Ledford has lived in Slater only a short time, she already has a large circle of friends. We are happy to have her come into the community and to the library.

Another new member is Mrs. Fannie Mae Johnston, of Route 1, Marietta. Mrs. Johnston is a housewife, and we hope that the facilities of the library will be helpful to her as a homemaker.

Denny Toby, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Toby, recently joined the Thursday afternoon Story Hour group. Denny's recitations and songs have already been a real contribution to the activities of the group. We hope you will recite for us often, Denny!

Johnny Addington has joined the Friday afternoon Story Hour group. He is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Addington. Johnny's winning smile has made him popular with the little folks, and it is with pleasure that they welcome him into the group.

Our other member is Dickie Stephenson, little son of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Stephenson. Dickie has already proven himself to be capable and is very careful to turn out a good job when he tackles such tasks as coloring and cutting out pictures. Keep up the good work, Dickie! You are a good Story Hour member.

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Page Four THE SLATER NEWS February 28, 1946

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WITH OUR VETERANS

In this issue we would like to welcome the following veterans back to our plant. We are all glad to see them in our midst after servind in the armed forces.

In our next issue we will name others.

LOWELL L. LANDRETH Prior to entering the service in 1942, Landreth had been employed here for ten years as a warper tender. On October 8, 1942 he was inducted into the Army and served until February 22, 1943. On March 3, 1943 he returned to his old job here.

LATEN E. GREENE When inducted into the Army on February 3, 1943, Mr. Greene was employed here as a beamer tender in our Preparation Department. He served 18 months overseas and saw combat service in the Rhineland. On September 13, 1945, he received his honorable discharge, and returned to work here on November 1, 1945 as a slasher tender.

HENRY R. AIKEN Mr. Aiken became connected with the Slater plant in 1940 as a loom fixer. He received his call to the Army on January 13, 1942 and served 2 1/2 years overseas, being stationed in South America. This veteran was honorably discharged on August 21, 1945 under the point system, and on September 10, 1945 returned to his work here as a loom fixer.

JAMES W. CLARY This veteran was employed before entering the service as a tying machine operator, coming with this company on February 23, 1943. He worked on this job until October 12, 1943, when he was inducted into service. He spent 15 months overseas in the Asiatic-Pacific theatres, and was present and took part in the invasion of Okinawa. He received his honorable discharge on October 16, 1945, and returned to work here on October 22, 1945.

CLARENCE B. SHARP Mr. Sharp became connected with the Slater company as a loom fixer on July 28, 1942. On September 26, 1942, he quit to join the Army Air Corps. Mr. Sharp served from October 6, 1942 until October 14, 1945, when he received his honorable discharge. On October 22, 1945 he returned to Slater and resumed his old job as a loom fixer.

JAMES H. ROBINSON Mr. Robinson was employed here as a weaver when he received his call to the Army on July 31, 1942. He served until October 3, 1944, when he received a medical discharge. He returned to work at this plant as a weaver on October 26, 1944.

BURRELL P. NALLEY This veteran became connected with the Slater company as a loom fixer on October 20, 1942, and remained here until he volunteered for service in July, 1943. He received his honorable discharged in October of 1945, and returned to his old job here as a loom fixer on October 20, 1945.

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MARIETTA BAPTISTS BUILD PARSONAGE

The Marietta Baptist Church, of Marietta, S. C., is now in the process of completing a parsonage. The building has been under construction since last fall, but due to inclement weather has been delayed, but is expected to be completed within two weeks.

The building is of brick veneer construction and has a plastered finish with hardwood floors. The arrangement consists of living room and dining room connected with French doors, three bedrooms, study, bath and kitchen. The kitchen has already been equipped with electric stove, refridgerator, built-in cabinets and sink. The Sunday School classes have purchased Venetian blinds and contracted for inlaid linoleum to be installed in the kitchen and bath. The house has a basement, but will not be equipped with a furnace at present.

The house and equipment will cost $8,500.00, and this amount is approximately one-half paid.

JASPER K. VOYLES This man was employed here as a filling hauler in 1941, but had been promoted to a cloth doffer when called to the Navy on January 12, 1945. He served in the Navy until October 19, 1945, at which time he received his honorable discharge. He then returned to work here as a cloth doffer on October 29, 1945.

JAMES T. WALLACE Wallace is an old-timer here at Slater, having begun work here in 1928. In January of 1943 he was working as a spare weaver but received his call to service. He served in the Navy until September 27, 1945, when he received his honorable discharge. He returned to Slater on October 25, 1945 and was assigned to his old job.

HARRY R. BURNETT Burnett came to the Slater company in 1938 as a loom fixer and was employed until he was drafted into service on May 18, 1943. He was with the Navy in the European theater of operations for 14 months, but was never in actual combat. He received his honorable, discharge October 22, 1945, and returned to work here October 30, 1945.

GEORGE A. BARNETT This veteran began work with the Slater plant in 1932, and when called to the Navy on May 16, 1945 he was a smash hand. He received a medical discharged October 3, 1945, and on October 31, 1945 he returned to work here on his old job.

ALVIN L. RICE This man came to work at Slater in August of 1938, but on December 1, 1943 was called into service with the U. S. Army. He served eight months overseas in the European theater of operations, and saw active combat service in the Rhineland. On October 9, 1945 he received an honorable discharge, and October 30, 1945 he returned to work here as a slasher tender.

He who lives only to benefit himself confers on the world a benefit when he dies. - Tertullian

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Woodruff Joins School Faculty

J. H. Barnett, superintendent of the Slater-Marietta Schools, has announced that W. A. Woodruff, Jr., who for the past four years has been a member of the armed forces, has returned as a teacher to the SlaterMarietta Schools.

Woodruff was inducted into the service on August 7, 1942 and served in the States until December 28, 1943 when he sailed for Liverpool, England. He served with the 50th General Hospital as a labratory technician and was stationed for five months in Glasgow, Scotland. On July 7, 1944 his outfit, the 50th General Hospital, was transferred to France, and Woodruff saw service in France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Germany. He wears the E.T.O ribbon with three battle stars. He secured his release from the Army in December of 1945.

Mr. Woodruff is the son of Dr. and Mrs. W. A. Woodruff, Sr., of Woodruff, S. C. He is a graduate of the Woodruff High School and of the University of South Carolina, having graduated in the class of 1936. He also attended Medical School in Charleston, S. C., for one year following his graduation from the University.

Before coming to the SlaterMarietta Schools, he taught in the Mountain View and North Augusta schools.

Residents of this community as well as the students are glad to have Mr. Woodruff back as an instructor.

EMPLOYEES USING NEW PLANT GATE

The new gate, which is located just below the Employment Office, has been put into use, and persons walking to work are now using it. This gate was erected shortly before Christmas, but could not be used until concrete steps could be built from the street level up to the gate and walkway.

Freezing weather hindered pouring of the concrete for the steps, but finally the weather moderated for a day or so and the work was completed.

As soon as the steps were completed, the watchman's house was moved from the front gate of the parking lot and placed near the gate which opens into the walkway leading up to the mill.

The changes in the approaches to the mill were brought about in order to cut the parking lot off from the mill yard proper, and thus afford a safe place for employees to park their automobiles in safety. The new system also saves many steps for those walking to and from work, as now they do not have to go around the fence to the parking yard gate as formerly.

Officials of the plant are well pleased with the new arrangement and feel that another step has been taking to make conditions better for all concerned.

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