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ARC YOU A HURRICANE DRIVER? Are you a hurricane driver? You are if you drive 75 miles an hour or more, the National Safety Council said today. For at that pace, warned the Council, you can .destroy your self and anything in your path as quickly as a hurricane. "The U. S. Weather Bureau considers winds of 75 miles and over of hurricane proportion," said Ned H. Dearborn, presi dent of the Council, "and motorists should remember that a car driven at the same speed is propelled with the same des tructive force." I Because of the emergency traffic situation, with its rising toll, Mr. Dearborn said a year-round "Back the attack on Traf fic Accidents" campaign, being launched this December, will continue through 1957. The purpose of the campaign is to en- i courage public officials to step up the attack and to stimulate citizens to back the attack on traffic accidents. During December campaign emphasis will be on speed, drinking drivers and pedestrains, night driving and pedestrian hazards. Speed was a large factor last year in the 609 Christmas traf fic deaths, the Council said. Driving too fast for conditions or in excess of the speed limit was a factor in 85 per cent of the fatal accidents, compared with an annual average of 35 per cent. At high speeds the human body becomes increasingly vul nerable, the Council said. If an accident occurs at 60 miles an hour or more the victim is eight times more likely to die than if he had been injured in an accident at 20 miles an hour. "Speed not only increases your chances of having an acci dent ? it decreases your chances of coming out alive if you do have one," said Mr. Dearborn. To determine a safe speed, the Council said, drivers must take into consideration. 1. Weather and visibility. Fog, rain, snow, bright sunlight, or darkness are caution signs that should be heeded. 2. Mechanical factors. Engine power, ability to hold the road, and efficiency of all mechanical parts have a definite bear- on selection of a safe speed. 3. Physical factors. Whether a road is rough, smooth, flat, curving or Straight are considerations that should influence speed. 4. Personal factors. The driver's physical and mental condi tion and the speed at which he can safely control his car are important factors. 5. Traffic conditions. Drivers should adapt their speed to the traffic they meet. A safe speed on a country road can be unsafe on a city street CHRISTMAS GIVES I IS AN OPPORTUNITY .... ... .to tell you how sincerely we appreciate your business and your friendship. Three hundred and sixty four days out of the year all of us are absorbed into business. But one day we forget all this, and think of others. We'll be thinking of you and our friends who have made it possible for us to enjoy Christmas. We'll be thinking how for tunate we are to have your confidence and friendship. And we promise to leave no stone unturned in the years ahead to merit a continuance of the confidence. And we're wishing you a very Merry Christmas, with a bfg 1957 that will reward you richly. Backward Glance 1? TEARS AGO Thursday, December 19, 1946 Jack Asbury of Clarksville, Ga. is visiting- J. H. Wilson here. Mr. and Mrs. Peyton G. Ivie and daughter, Glenda spent Mon day in Cornelia, Ga. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Bueck of Lawrenceville, Va., will arrive) Christmas day and visit several f days with H. Bueck and family. I Mr. and Mrs. John Davidson and I Mrs. Glenn Bates spent Wednesday in Atlanta on business. Jimmy Cagle of Knoxville, Term, is spending the Christmas holi days with his grandmother, Mrs. J. H. Queen. M TEARS AGO Thursday, December 17, UN Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Moore spent the week end in Knoxville. Mr. Pruden Davidson and Mr. Jerry Davidson, Jr. will arrive Thursday from State College to spend Christmas. Mrs. W. A. Barber and Miss Josephine Heigfaway spent the week end in Asheville. Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Elkins and children spent Tuesday in Atlanta Christmas shopping. Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Forsyth of Andrews were visitors in town Sim day. 30 YEARS AGO Friday December 17, 1926 Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Moody and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Moody are spending a few days in Raleigh with friends. Mr. W. F. Stoner has been vis iting his brother, Mr. J. W. Stoner. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Axley motored to Atlanta Thursday morning for the week end. M rs J. W. Davidson entertained the Baptist Missionary Society at her home Tuesday afternoon. A salad course was served. Mrs. Martha K. Smith is spend ing Xmas holidays with friends and relatives. THE CHEROKEE SCOUT ?tfabiWMd Jwtr. im PuMWm4 rrery Thursday at JtUrphy, Cherokee County, H. C. GEORGE If. BUNCH PubUA?r ind Editor SOBiCMPTtOH RATES CM 'a Night Watchmen By B*v. W. H. CVotU Andrews Church of God Andrew7*, N. C. ..TEXT:.. And there were In the tame country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their hocka by night, (margin) Keeping the night watches Luke t:8 At the time of Jesus' birth the world was clothed in darkness; polically speaking, gripped in bondage by the iron fist of the Ro man Empire; religiously speaking, overbearing, bigoted leaders, blind ed by deceit, heaped heavy burdens upon men grievous to be borne. There had been no true prophet ical message for over 400 years. Indeed, men sat in darkness and in the shadow of death. But, alas Prophecy is Fulfilled; the stage is set for the coming of the Redeem er, the greatest event since the creation of the earth. "But when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son . . ." Gala tiaii 4:4 Heaven was in preparedness for this great event ? the only begotten of the Father, the Redeemer of the world, was to be born. No doubt, the attention of all heaven was drawn earthward as the angel made the annunciation: "Behold. I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to All People . i and suddenly there was with the angel A multitude Of The Heavenly Host praising God and saying. Glory to God in the highest, and >n earth peace, good will toward men". The natural world, the earth, was also ready. One writer said, "Winter chided aloud; and sent the angry North to wage his wars. The North forgot his fierce intent and left perfumes instead of scars. By those sweet persuasive powers, where he meant frost he scattered flowers." The . snow would fain have offered its downy sheets of snow to furnish the infant's bed, but the forbearance came. "You 're too cold." No doubt, the moon and stars dimmed their lights to give the Star of the East promin ence. The earth was still but knew not why; the world was listening, unawares. How calm the moment which preceded the One who would thrill the world forever! Heaven and the natural earth gave the Saviour of the world a great reception, but how about the peoples of the world ? where they ready? As a whole, no, there was "no room" for Him. But, God had1 his "night watchmen": the shep herds were keeping the Night Watches out on the hills of Judea. They were awake while others slept, keeping a constant watch a gainst the danger of lurking thieves and prowling animals. It was to These Shepherds That The An. nouncement of the Angel Came that memorable night: "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour which is OiHst the Lord." It was the shewherrl*. Vs night watchment." who could proclaim as no other, Eternal Day. I saw thee at ttnr verv dawning: I saw thy great light as you came and chased the trembling shades away." To the rising sun they could say, "While you have slept and dreamed of no such thing, we have seen the heav enly King, the Sun of Righteous ness, the Day Star, a greater light than you!" Hie Christ Child looked up aid showed his face, and, in spite of darkness, it was Day! Oh, the wonders of a single night! Eter nity shut in a span; summer in winter; day in night; heaven in earth and God in man ! Great little One! whose all embracing birth lifts earth to heaven, stoops heav er down to earth. A new Day has dawned ? darkness is past and the apprehend this New Day. "Let us now go even to Bethlehem and see true Light is here ! Joy to the world the Lord is come! The snepherds were the first to this thing which is come to pass, things which is come to pass, which the Lord Hath Made Known To U?," They returned glorifying and praising God for all these things that they had heard and seen, aa it wos told unto them. The Stage Is now set for the sec ond appearing at the Redeemer! History repeats itself, and again the earth is clothed In darkness ? the darkness of war, bloodshed, crime, greed, and selfishness. Dark clouds are thickly gathering on the horison, warning at the Impending tribulation. Nations are perplexed and distressed; men's hearts are failing them for fear, and Cor look ing after those things which are coming on the earth. Again, God needs night watchmen? real and ?*hrt*d men to roMe the paopto in these trvter tines. God has alwajn who watch and pray <? the *ih ?"Idlers who stand ?t the' walls 4 Zion and look iteadily with an eye of faith oat ttato the lUrkntai, and who ar? alert to any danger that might threaten the people of Ood. Many tlmea they, too, have only the faint light of the stars to cheer their lonely hearts, but they faith fully keep their midnight watch. 'The beauty of true character is demonstrated Jn the dark night of sin and trouble; in sickness, in temptation, in sorrow, true heroes are born. Woria conditions chal lenge the ministers of God. Young men are saying, "We have nothing to look forward to in life except war and the suffering that goes with It." They need to be reminded of the promises of Ood : "Be strong and of a gooa courage . . I am with thee." Christians are becoming fearful, doubtful and despondent. They, too, need to be reminded, ; "See that ye be not troubled . . lift draweth nigh." ? up your hMda, tout rtdunptto* cJerUinly, present condlUoM-^ fer golden opportunities m wall U great responsibilities Many u? feeling their need of God and need at counsel and guidance. Oh, Church of the living God .awake! be on the alert for the need of the day ! A ' deeper' consecration, a broader separation, a greater un derstanding of God's Word, a fuller knowledge of His love, and a liv ing faith Is needed for this great task. "Quit you like men; be strong". Be 4tlll before God; tarry' In His presence; seek His face for counsel; then speak His Word with authority, filling the crying need of the multitudes. The early disciples had the privilege to tell the world that the Messiah had come, later of His death and resurrection and of His teachings, primarily. Hie church today has the privilege, as no other people have ever had, toj 1 UU the world that Jesus la coming WXWr "This feneration shall not paas away until all will be ful filled." The reeponwiblllty and privilege almost stagger the mind to tail the world that Jequs la com* | ing, very, vary, woo. Yes, 'tis night, almost midnight; then the cry, i ' ' BEHOLD THE BRIDEGROOM OOMETH, GO YE OUT TO MEET HIM!" Are you keeping the night watches? H?lp Fight TB Buy Christmas Seals OLD-FASHIONED) yo \V--Z r r ^ CO To all our friends, we extend warm withes for a Holiday that is full of love and joy. A Merry Christmas to all! SOSSAMON FURNITURE CO. mm? msm The time for joy, the time tor peace; The time for pleasures that never oeaee. We wiah you all at this time of year A plentiful measure of Yule tide cheer ! HENN THEATRES .."'Tw scene is set for Christmas? every heart ? ' aglow with a spirit that makes this die happiest of ? " Hobdays. To aO oar cherishrrf friends we extend this / , metre* of gr?ting?? M?jr Cbta? 6D yem Urn / ^ and home with al its brightest cheer and may good ? / vl . y weann accompany you tnrougpoot tne coming yew* * # r POWER BOARD ?
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