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ft)UR THE JOHNSTONIAJN - SUM, SELMA, 1 :li THE JOHNSTONIAN - SUN M. L. STANCIL, Editor Published every Thursday by The Johnstonian-Sun, Selma, Johnston County, North Carolina. Phone 205. Entered July 4, 1929 at the postoffice at Selma as .second class matter under an act of Congress, March 3, 1879. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One Year $1.00 Six Mos. 50c Three Mos. 25c PUBLISHER’S NOTICE; This paper is not only glad to receive communications containing news items, but invites such. We cannot publish such communica tions unless we know the author. It it not necessary that the author’s name be published but we must know it. National Advertising Representatives: American Press Association, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Detroit. In sending in an order for change of address, sub- .scriber should give both old and new address. This insures prompt change. EDITORIAL CHIPS J. M. Broughton, the Democratic nominee for governor, as Governor Broughton. This is counting the chickens before they hatch. Mr. Broughton turned down the challenge of Robert H. McNeill, the Republican nominee for governor, to meet him in a joint cam paign; Mr. McNeill has declared himself in favor of abolishing the sales tax and for a state referendum on the liquor question, but so far we have seen no declaration from Mr. Broughton on these major issues now before the voters of the state. Mr. McNeill says if he is elected governor he proposes to use enough economy in running the state govern ment to run the affairs of the state without the sales tax and at the same time without any additional tax levies on the tax payers. Since our Town Fathers ceased to be pedestrians and took to their automobiles, ' going and coming to their work here in town, low-hanging limbs along the sidewalks are allowed to grow right on without being sub jected to the pruning knife. If some of those six-foot boys will get out and take a stroll along the sidewalks of Selma and don’t have to duck occasionally to keep their hat on we will be surprised. But the serious part of it is that on a dark night the pedestrian might not see the protruding limb and get a jab in the face or an eye, and in such an event the town would be liable for damage. —0—0—0— The streets of Benson were crowded to over flowing Saturday afternoon with people, many of whom went to be in the big Republican Rally. Notwithstanding the fact that Benson is always a busy place on Saturday afternoons, last Saturday was an unusually busy one. Long before the Republican speaking began, streets and sidewalks were surging with peo ple. Awarding of prizes in the merchants trade campaign was one of the big events of the day, which took place at one of the busy street intersections. Then a medicine vender claimed the attention of a large group of spectators in one sectoi', while arrangements were in prog ress for the speaking which soon followed on the corner near the store of E. S. Turlington & Company. A, large crowd listened to the Republican candidates attentively although the weather was cold and threatening. As soon as the speaking was over Joe Dunn hopped on the rear of a truck and began the auction of blankets while “Preacher” Azel Manning put on his usual show from the outside stairway to the store. The entire afternoon was taken up with one exhibition after another. Wearing of Willkie Buttons became the order of the day as they were distributed by Republican Chainnan Clyde Standi. —^0—0—o— Next Saturday is the last day for registra tion for the general election to be held on November hth. Every voter should see to it that his or her name is on the books, regard less of the fact that you may have voted two years ago. All the books have been copied since that time and your name could have been overlooked by an error in copying, so don’t take any chances but see your registrar at once. If you have never registered you will have to do so if you vote. And if you have moved into another county or precinct within the past two years you will have to I'egister in the precinct in which you now reside, pro vided you have not moved within the last four months. You have to be a resident of the county six months and of the precinct four months in order to vote in the precinct in which you now reside. If you have not been in your present precinct for at least four months you will have to vote in the precinct from which you moved. Those becoming 21 years of age between next Saturday and the day of election can register and vote on elec tion day. _o_0—o— The Democratic politicians are refening to WILLKIE AND FAMILY TOOK WAR SERIOUSLY It is not always the better part of good taste when a candidate for public office makes of his war record a political talking point. But since Candidate Willkie’s opponents are mak ing the welkin ring with subtle charges of Hitlerism, he can be pardoned for his recent address in which he outlined his own World * War record as well as that of his family. Willkie, of course, volunteered soon after the United States declared war and saw serv ice in France. But his family’s record makes for interesting reading in view of the “pro- German” attacks which have been thrown at Willkie because of his Teutonic ancestry. His father, 60 years old in 1917, offered to volunteer but was declined because of his ad vanced years. One of his brothers enlisted and served throughout the war. Another brother served in the Navy. A sister was a Red Cross worker. Another sister worked with the Gov ernment in the translation of confidential war documents. One of his brothers did not serve in the Army or Navy. He was a chemist. Which should squelsh “unAmerican”, “pro- German” charges which have been cast at Willkie since Henry A. Wallace started the ball rolling with a demagogic speech charging that Hitler sought Roosevelt’s defeat. However, once let the ball of slander begin to roll and all the kings horses cannot stop it. Not that is would prove anything, but it would be interesting to see the war record, if any, of the man who will in all probability be our next Vice President.—Raleigh Times. ELLIOTT STILL CAPTAIN Elliott Roosevelt is still a Captain. A resignation that was not accepted, follow ing Papa Roosevelt’s visit to Dayton, Ohio, on a “defense inspection” trip, leaves matters just where they were and no one will be fooled by the typical Roosevelt hocus-pocus that in vented the resignation camouflage. From Maine to California swells the outcry against this debauchery of the universal con scription law by which a son of the President of the United States is named to an unearned Captaincy in a safe, swivel chair post in the Procurement Division of the Air Corps. In tens of thousands of families the con viction is diven home that the Government of the United States is unfaithful to the people. Young men who may be called upon to die in battle for their country’s sake are con fronted by the fact that through political pres sure, it is possible to discriminate in favor of one citizen as against all others. When the attention of the President was called to the case of his son he failed to over rule the act of injustice to the Nation’s young men. His failure intensifies the bitterness of the millions who firmly believe that favoritism, the most poisonious form of political graft, is to be the rule in executing the selective serv ice law. In this connection the St. Louis Post- Dispatch prints a list of appointees to the draft boards for St. Louis and St. Louis Coun ty, and points out that “the list is literally riddled with politicians.” “ ‘This is the day which the Lord hath made.’ Help me to live today. Beaming to love, to rejoice, forgive. Learning to watch and pray. Brodie Smith Lumber Mill Full Line Of Rough And Dressed Lumber ALL KINDS OF MILL'WORK -Sash -Screen Doars -Screen Windows -Window Rrames —Door Frames —Moulding —Hardwood Floor —Lawn Chairs —Lime —Cement —Brick —Plastering —Rock Laths —Roofing —Nails —Mulberry Posts —Tobacoa Sticks —Doors Phone 317 Smithfield, N. C. DEMOCRAT WOMEN HOLD RALLY HERE A County Rally of Democratic Women was held in the Woman’s Club building in Selma Tuesday night, October 22. The men of the county were also invited. There were over 100 men and women present. The members of the audience repre sented the various townships of the county. G. Ira Ford, Chairman of the Executive Committee in the county, called the 'meeting to order. He ex tended a welcome to those present, and recognized the county candidates and county officials. He announced a meeting to be held at Four Oaks on October 25, and invited everyone to hear Mr. Libby Ward at that time Then he introduced Mrs. Hugh A. Page, vice-chairman of the Executive Committee of Johnston county, who was in charge of the program. Mrs. Page introduced Miss Mabel Penny, who is publicity director for the Democratic party in this state Miss Penny spoke on the value of good publicity, and the importance to knowing how to evaluate the ma terial we see in the newspapers and hear over the radio. She urged that the citizens read articles with open minds and try to find the truth of the material presented. She said for us to talk our knowledge and beliefs, but to be sure we are saying some thing worthwhile when we talk. She closed her talk by inviting and urg ing everyone to write to the news papers expressing his own opinion on the questions at hand. Mrs. Page then explained that Mrs. P. P. McCain, who was to speak, had found it impossible to be at the meeting. She presented the woman who was to substitute for Mrs. Mc Cain, Mrs. D. S. Coltrane of Ra leigh. Mrs. C’oletrane made an ex cellent talk on the accomplishments of the Democratic party under the leadership of President Rosevelt. She pointed out the fact that the people of the nation can look at the past record to know the stand of the President at this time. Mrs. Cole- trane stated that he is the President of all the people and not just of one class. She urged that we not be too confident and complacent in these few remaining days before the elec tion. As her closing thought she said that the citizens of our country want to keep it such a land that we may continue to sing' "God Bless America.” New York heads the list in motor- vehicle registrations with 2,655,733 automobiles and trucks in operation. California runs a close second in the registration race with 2,606,590 motor vehicles. And not far behind is Pennsylvania with 2,054,787 cars and trucks. FOR RENT — ONE 3-ROOM apartment, hot & cold water, private bath; garage. See J. Narvin Creech, Selma, N. C. Try Selma merchants first ! Need Laxative? Take All-Vegetable One! Don’t let impatience with constipa tion lead you into harsh measures for relief. Gentle but thorough ac tion usually follows a good night’s rest when BLACK-DRAUGHT is taken at bedtime by simple direc tions. Its principal ingredient helps tone bowel muscles. Next time, take alt-vegetable, spicy, aromatic, time-tested BLACK-DRAUGHT. It is economical: 25 to 40 doses, 25c- COMMUNITY HOUSE FORMALLY OPENED IN PLEASANT GROVE The new community house in Pleas ant Grove towship had its formal opening last Friday afternon at five o’clock. The ladies served a barbecue supper to about 100 people. G. 'Willie Lee was master of cere monies at the supper, and presented H. B. Marrow, superintendent of schools, who paid a high tribute to the people of the township for such a fine spirit of cooperation. Mr. Lee then presented R. P. Hold ing, chairman of the board of county commissioners, who complimented the people of the township for the con tribution they have made and are still making in providing a com munity center at which they can hold all public and social gatherings. The building is of brick construction and has an assembly .room with stage and dressing rooms at the side, also a kitchen with electric stove, built-in cabinets and sink. Carl Goerch, editor of “The State, published at Raleigh, was the main speaker of the day, who entertained the audience with his usual wit and humor. Registered in the United States is 71 per cent of all the passenger cars operated on earth. The world record for motor vehicles registered was broken in 1939 with 46,027,000 auto mobiles and trucks in use; the figure represents a four per cent gain over 1938. Dr. W. B. Johnson—Dr. T. P. Bullard Consultations dentistry PHYS-IO-THER-A-PY Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays Of Each Week SELMA, NORTH CAROLINA dr. R. M. BLACKMAN dentist —PHONES— Office 110 Res. 96-J MASONIC BUILDING Selma, N. C. Army engineers have developed a new base for ati-aircraft guns that can ben mounted on the floor of any flat-bottom truck or truck-trailer. Selma Lodge No. 320, A. F. & A. M. Meets Every First and Third Tuesday at 7:30 P. M. Visiting Brethern Invited E. C. PERRY, Master, W. T. WOODARD, Secretary. THE BIG REXALL Ic SALE! Buy one article and get another for ONE CENT STARTS WEDNESDAY, OCT. 30th Save money and buy a supply while it last! Selma Drug Co. C. P. HARPER, Manager SELMA, N. C. r y BE Slow TO HANG UP when making a call. Your party may not be able to answer at once, so a few moments' wait will often save you the trouble of a second call. BE TO ANSWER when your telephone rings. If you delay, the caller may jthink you’re out and hang up. And it might be an impor tant call you’ve missed. Men’s Topcoats and Suits CLOTHES that wiU please you, see them before you buy your Fall Outfit ! We have all the latest styles and shades in ★ WORSTEDS ★ TWEEDS At Popular Prices! c • OUR CLOTHES have been the choice of leaders for years. Come in today and ,give them the ,“once over.” Selma Clothing & Shoe Co. ir
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