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THE MARION PROGRESS PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY THE Mcdowell publishing co. MARION, N. C. TELEPHONE 64 S. E. WHITTEN, Editor and Proprietor Entered at the Postoffice at Marion, N. C., as second class matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATE: One year $2.00 Strictly in Advance. -/North Carolina /MESS ASSOCIATION V. J \ STATE E. C. RECOMMENDATIONS The Press of our state has carried in detail the pros and eons of the much discussed report of the State Education Commission, in which have been presented the points of view of both the majority and minority reports. Recently an article by Dr. W. H. Plemmons, executive secretary of the State Education Commission, appeared in the publication of the Institute of Government of the University of North Caro lina. With these recommendations we heartily concur. If our schools are to make reasonable progress, it is necessary that they receive the | wholehearted support from the majority ofI the citizens of the state whom they serve. And! in order to warrant this support, it is necessary; that wider and broader fields in education be1 covered by our schools. ine major recommendations 01 tne ^tate; Commission which offer a challenge for our people include: 1 The schools should provide opportuni-: ties for and help pupils to acquire necessary skills and competencies in the fundamental school subjects, healthful living, recreation, creative development and citizenship. 2 Sufficient supervision should be pro-^ vided for the operation of an adequate instruc-i tional program. , j 3 The instructional program at all levels should focus greater attention upon the indivi dual pupil. 4 In order to increase the holding power of the schools, the instructional program should be broadened to provide for the needs of each pupil. 5 Adequate minimum foundation pro gram of education should be guaranteed to all children throughout the state, regardless of race and residence. 6 The offerings and services of the schools' should be extended to meet more adequately the needs of children, youth and adults. 7 The school program should be organiz ally whole, not broken into segments, lor the learning process is continuous and cumulative. 8 There should be a longer period of serv ice annually for school employees. 9 Research, testing and other methods should be employed for diagnosis, remedial prescription, and continuous evaluation of the instructional program. 10 High schools should be sufficiently large to include in their programs all necessary services of good secondary schools. 11 In addition to the regular allotment of teachers, provision should be made for special services such as principals, guidance, counsel ors, librarians, supervisors, and special teach ers for art, music and the like. 12 Provision should be made for clerical services in the schools. 13 A trained attendance director should be provided for each local system. ABANDONS RAIN-MAKING Some months ago the people of the country -were vastly interested in a process to cause rain by sprinkling dry ice on clouds. It is worth noting that the United States Air Force, which has conducted experiments for nine months, has come to the conclusion that the process 'isn't worth the effort." The experiments did not produce rain in amounts sufficient to be significant. Just because Thanksgiving Day has passed, there is no reason why we can't continue to be thankful for our great and manifold bless ings. Incidentally, when making up your Christ mas gift list, don't overlook the The Progress, which makes an ideal all-year-round gift for that loved one away from home. <4 The time for Christmas shopping is at hand and Marion stores have an unusually large stock of holiday goods for sale The coming holiday season should not be marred by accidents but it is up to you, as an individual to be particularly careful. REMEDY LIES IN THE PEOPLE A bi-partisan commission is now studying the Executive Branch of the Government in order to suggest some stream-lined reforms in the interest of economy and will soon make its j report to Congress. While there is every reason to believe that much room exists for economy, in connection with our governmental machinery, we are al ;most convinced that economics effected in one | area will be offset by extravagances promoted in another. When one considers the governmental structure of the United States, one cannot over Hook the strong influence that critical forces ;play in regard to the appointment of civil serv jants. Undoubtedly, there are employes holding ! unnecessary jobs in Washington, and else jwhere, whose contribution to the processes of | government are minor to say the least. Never theless, it is somewhat difficult to put one's |finger on the specific jobs and the specific individuals. The remedy for inefficiency in connection with democratic self-government is to be found in the attitude of the people themselves rather than in sporadic efforts to reform the govern mental structure. So long as people expect poli-i ticians to grant favors on the basis of political! preferment, there will be inefficiency and waste j in government. We do not mean to belittle the serious ef forts of the commission headed by former President Hoover, or to suggest that its recom mendations be ignored. Certainly, whatever savings can be effected by a streamlined mach-j inery should be put into effect but, just the; same, we should not overlook the basic cause; for extravagance and waste in connection with I our form of government. NECESSARY COURTESY The American public has high regard for the rules of etiquette in the drawing room, but another code of conduct enjoys less esteem—; the rules of the road. That is the conclusion of the National Safety Council after a check of the nation's traffic ac cident statistics, which show that in almost every accident one or more drivers were violat ing some traffic law. A speed violation was a contributing factor in one out of every three fatal accidents. Driv ers under the influence of alcohol were reported in 8 per cent of all fatal accidents. Other im proper driving contributed to one-half the fatal mishaps, according to the Council. Education Planned The frequency of traffic law violations has! led the Council to sponsor a "Know Your Traf fic Laws" educational effort in February as part of the continuing national accident pre vention campaign. Hundreds of local groups are co-operating. Persons who would be embarrassed using the wrong fork frequently fail to get in the j proper lane for a turn. A man who always re-1 moves his hat in the present of ladies very1 likely will ignore the simple courtesy of hand; signals when driving. "Rules of the road are far more important than the rules of estiquette," the Council says.; "They not only make for gracious living, they make for living—period !" The Council says the most frequent law violation is failure to yield the right-of-way. Here are some points to remember: I 1. A car already entering an intersection j has the right-of-way over cars approaching. j 2. If two cars arrive at an intersection at! about the same time, the one on the right has the right-of-way. 3. Slow down before you reach an intersec tion. Anticipate a car on the cross street. 4. Despite the legal rules, don't insist on the right-of-way at the risk of an accident, i Humility is a small price to pay for safety. WISE AGRICULTURAL POLICY Since this in an agricultural section we arej impressed with the goals of the National' Grange, as we believe they are in keeping with wise farming. The objectives which the jGrange seeks for American agriculture are: 1 Preservation and strengthening of the family-owned and operated farm unit. 2 Conservation and most efficient use of our basic soil, water, forestry and mineral resources. 3 A constantly rising standard of living for all farm families. 4 The opportunity for youth to climb rapidly the ladder to farm ownership and se curity. 5 Marketing and parity price structure that will maintain agriculture on a satisfactory, self-sustained and stable basis. 6 Maximum advisory participation of farmers in all programs designed to aid agri culture. To achieve these objectives farmers on their part must assume the responsibility of efficient operation of their farms and must be j able to maintain productivity of their soils, and must have permanent and dependable markets at fair prices. I I OUR DEMOCRACY by Mat APPLE-PIE ORDER Once, to speak of a house AS BEING KEPT IN °APPLE PIE ORDER." WAS TO ^ IDENTIFY ITS MISTRESS AS A WOMAN TO BE MELD IN ESTEEM BECAUSE SHE WA5 A GOOD HOUSEKEEPER.. TOPAY THE ROLE OF HOUSEWIFE HAS SO 3ROADENED, THAT lV ; THE SUCCESSFUL HOME-MAKER EXTENDS APPLE-PIE ORDER. BEYOND THE CONFINES OF THE HOUSE ITSELF -+fvajx~r / .+5 for example. - in the managing of household finances: DECIDING, WITH THE REST OF THE FAMILY, HOW THE MONEY SHOULD BE SPENT, SHARING IN THE RESPONSIBILITY OF SYSTEMATICALLY SETTING SOME ASIDE IN LIFE INSURANCE AND SAVINGS, SHE HELPS CARRY OUT AN ORDERLY SAVING AND SPENDING PROGRAM THAT BUILDS HAPPINESS AND SECURITY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. Looking Backward From The Progress File* v- - - J December 14, 1922 "The iadies of the Dixie Club en tertained their "poorer halves" at dinner on Thursday evening, Decem ber 7th, at the home of Mrs. H. H. Tate on East Court street. The \ guests began to arrive about 7:45 and at 8:10 all were invited to take their places around the long dining table. The dining room was decorat ed with Christmas bells and holly,1 extending from chandelier to chan-, delier across the entire length of the dining room. After quite a bit of merry chatter, the guests were seated and the servants brought in the first course of a most delicious and savory dinner. Mrs. Grayson, president of the club, toasted the guests and Mr. Washburn replied with an expression of appreciation on the part of the husbands and a toast to the ladies of the Dixie Club. Immediately after this, a rising vote j of thanks was extended to Mrs. H. H. j Tate, the hostess. Among invited guests were: Dr.; and Mrs. J. F. Jonas, Dr. and Mrs. Dean H. Crawford, Mrs. A.. D. I Stoner, of Asheville; James Craw-1 ford, Mrs. W. T. Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. McCall; Miss Marguerite; House, Mr. and Mrs. Stanword, Miss Hunt, Mrs. Minnie Blanton, Mlr.s' T. W Wilson and Miss Nell Smith."; "The Town of Old Fort, which! claims to have the best all-year round climate in the South, has just organized a Chamber of Com merce, not only for the town but for the entire community. It is the purpose of the officers and directors to be of service to the farmers as well as to the merchants and others... J "Officers elected were: D. T. j Roughton, Esq., president; John W. | Artz, secretary, and Fred Bradley, treasurer." OLD FORT "Old Fort, Dec. 11—Christmas shoppers beware! Mr. and Mrs. George E. Marshall spent the week end in Asheville. While there the pick pockets relieved Mr. Marshall of his purse which contained about twenty-five dollars. "There seems to be an epidemic of lumbago in town. Two of our youngest citizens, Mr. George E. Marshall and Mrs. Eugene Buckley, are hobbling around on canes, as though they were ready to celebrate their 100th anniversary. November 28, 1918 "J. P. Bird, of Nealsville, killed a hog a few days ago that weighed 428 pounds. On the same day N. H. Bird killed a seven and one-half months old pig which weighed 238 pounds. "J. P. Ray killed a 13-months-old hog Tuesday that weighed 518 pounds. "Virgil Ellis, of Camp Jackson, is home on a visit. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. La Fevers are visiting friends in Ashevi'lle. i I. V. Bailey, of Hickory, visited friends in Salisbury during the week. "James M. Gibson, of Crooked1 Creek township, spent Monday in Marion. "Mrs. Robert Wilson and little son spent last week with relatives at Bostic. "Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Mauney and son spent last week with relatives in Catawba county. "Miss Alma McCurry has returned to Wake county to resume her, school work near Raleigh. "Mrs. G. S. Kirby and Mrs. W. W.; Neal spent last Thursday with friends in Morganton. "Misses Eurene and Lois Gilkey' left last Friday for Smithfield, N. C. where they will teach school. "Mrs. E. C. Guy and two children, of Newland, are visiting the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Landis. "Mr. and Mrs. J. H. L. M'iller and little daughter spent Sunday and Monday with relatives in Hick ory. ■ "W. K. M. Gilkey attended a meeting of the county food adminis-' trators of the State at Raleigh last: week. "M. S. Giles, superintendent of the Albemarle Graded school, is ! spending the week with relatives in : Marion. "Myron Whitener has moved his j family here from Drexel. They will occupy the Smith cottage on Front! street. "Mrs. H. P. Keeter left Satur day for Greenville where she will; spend the winter with her daughter, Mrs. W.H. Moore. "Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Hudgins j were called to Trinity during the i week on account of the illness of ( their daughter, Miss Sarah. Miss; Hudgins is reported to be seriously ] ill with penumonia." CHRISTMAS 'MOTHERS DAY* j In Yugoslavia, the second Sunday I! before Christmas is celebrated as \ Mother's Day. While mother pretends not to notice, one of the children slips in cautiously and ties her feet! to the chair. The other children rush in shouting, "Mother's Day ! Moth-i er's Day ! What will you pay to get! away !" The mother then buys her release with Christmas gifts. Will pay cash. Marion Progress office, 125 South Main St. tf! LET'S FACE IT i GET s-et for the future by in- ] vestigating opportunities in the j new U. S. Army and U. S. Air Force. Face the future with con fidence. Steady employment, free retirement plan. For the ladies, opportunies in the WAC or WAF offer careers with I bright promise. See your re- j cruiter now at Marion Post Of- : fice, Marion, N. C.„ facts with- j out delay I. Health and "Beauty . . . Dr. Sophia Brunson What Shall I Give This Christ mas ? Christmas is almost here again. "Oh, dear, what shall I give my friends and loved ones ?" almost everybody is asking. Try giving some of the things that don't cost much money along with the other pres ents. One of the most precious gifts that parents can give their children is companionship. Not the obviously superintending, commanding kin • ; but that of mutual interest and un - derstanding. Example is better than preach ments. Be kind; generous, patient and sympathetic, and your childm will learn to cultivate similar traits. The greatest of all gifts do not cost us money. They impose upon us self restraint and self discipline. It. is not always easy to remember that the exasperating conduct of an em ployee, be he your cook or your clerk, may be caused by financial worry or grief that you know noth ing about. Therefore, you will find that patience and kindness on your part are gifts that will pay you in terest in better service. A well-modulated voice saves wear and tear on the nerves and ears of those to whom you speak. So if you have been shouting or yelling out your commands, turn over a new leaf and give your family and friends, as well as your employees, the gift of a pleasant voice. They will thank you for it. You can give encouragement to many who need it. Sometimes peo ple have gone on to great success, who would otherwise have been fail ures, because some one encouraged them when they sorely needed it. It is said that Zane Grey had nine teen manuscripts returned to him in succession with pink slips enclosed. One person, his wife, believed in him. She urged him to try again. He did and won fame and fortune. Listen To ... . "MARION ON THE AIR'r Every Afternoon Except Saturday Over Radio Station WBBO 780 on your dial ALSO 933 MEGACYCLES On Your FM Dial The Marion Studios are located in the Lonon Build ing next door to the Marion Theater. Hear the Devotion al and School programs on Tuesdays and the Farm and Civic programs on Thurs days, 2:30 to 3:00 o'clock; and regular program daily 3 to 4 P. M. I News-Music-Entertainment JOHN C. PLEASANT Manager WBBO Marion Studios GOING TO TRADE OR BUY A NEW CAR? I For information regarding financing and aufomobil* inturane*, it will b* to fovf advantage to iniur* with fuH covnrag* Farm Buroau Mutual Automobile ln«ur anc»—which wtD fully protect your ln tnrotti and that* of th« financing organ* 'nation which you i«Uct. FOR FULL INFORMATION—CALL OR WRITS J. H. TATE, Agent Office: 32 N. Madison Phone 120-X Representing Fan Brew Mutual AntomobBi Ins. C«. Hmn QB»—Caliwbut, OhU
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