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PAGE TWO THE JOHNSTONIAN SUN, SELMA, N. C. THURSDAY, JAN. 4, 1945 Micro News Mf. and Mrs. Clifton Jonas of High Point and Cpl. Thomas Lee Daniels of Camp Gordon, Ga., wero guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. K. Daniels during the holidays. Ensign L. C. Davis, Jr., returned to his ship Wednesday. Miss Bonnie Davis returned to her school in Wil mington Monday after spending the holidays with their parent?, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Davis. Miss Joyce Pittman has returned to her home in Norfolk. Va., after visit ing friends here during the week. Mrs. Bettia Atkinson and daughter Reta Grey spent the holidays with Mrs. arl Jones and family near Pikeville. Mrs. L. M. Ausley had as her guests during the week, Rev. and Mrs. R. C. Wiggs and children of Ayden, Mr. and Mrs. Hobson Creech of Wilson. Mesdames Flora Ray and Lorena Jones of Pine Level. Miss Edna Earl Davis of Washing ton, D. C. and roommate were guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Davis during the holidays. Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Bagloy attended the funeral of Mrs. Bagley's uncle, Mr. J. B. Strickland in Wayne County Sunday. Pfe. Cecil Pittman left Wednesday for Ashevilla where he wil! be sta tioned for sometime. Mrs. Pittman left Friday to be with her husband while there. Mrs. Emma Hawkins had as her guests during the week, E. H. Bar hour. Miss Bessie' Wood, Mrs. Percy Lewis of Dunn, Mrs. Agnes Batten of Richmond. Va.. and Mrs. Walter Jones of Raleifih. Mis9 Mildred Pittman has returned to resume her studies at Elon College after spending the holidays with hr parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ueorge Pitt man near town. Miss Velna Creech of Rex Hospital spent a few days last week with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Creech. Lina Grey Edwards of Kenly spent a few days last week with Shirley Cockrel!. Mrs. Harvev Creech was the week end guest of M. and Mrs. Raymond Sasser in Goldsboro. Mrs. Anns Bradshaw aid children returned to her homo in Newton Grovo Saturdav after apdinsr a few davr with Mrs." Ed Warren and family. Mr. and Mrs. C B. F'nnant of P-d-ford, Va.. and Miss Mar re H'n nant of Rer HospHl snd Mrs. Wheel ed Manning of WilliB'!t.on viid " their parents Dr. and' Mrs M. Hin " riant last wfeek. ' ; i-i Captain aim! Mrs". T). H. JwW wassacnusetts a"! jvi.- tin i H. Jones. St-, and son Tmet. of Wom- M. visited Mrs. C. L. Batten during thn week end. M. T. Sir, and Mr Johnn! Gleason of Cherrv Point cn week end with Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Creech. Cnl. Alton Pesrcn pnd '" Geraldine. returned hri So""v after snendJrir n W Hnvi uriv nd Mrs. C. P. Hinshaw in Chanel Hilt. Misi Mi'na Orev Kenly spent last wppV with Mr. E. Wit L. Stancil. ' M. and Mrs J. W. Smith and mothef Mrs. Lucy Ryals moved Wednesday to their home near Fayetteville. We will miss these fine peoplo in our community but wish them much happiness in their new home. M. and Mrs. Earl Fitzgerald and children of Kinston and Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Fitzgerald of Goldsboro visit ed Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Fitzgerald Sunday. ;.,.-..;.:.; M : r.-. Birth Announcement Mr. and Mrs. Elmei Pearce an- nounce the birth of a son, December 24th. M Returns From Rex Hospital Friends are glad to learn that the young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Wellons returned home from Rex Hospital Thursday much improved. M T.-:- . Creech - Stephenson. Mf. and Mrs. J. E. Creech announce the marriage of thier daughter Helen te Gilbert Stephenson of Smithfield in Dillon. S. C. Dec. 28th. They will make their home for the present in Owensburg, : Kentucky where Mr. Stephenson is on the tobacco market. :- - M James B. Pearce ' Wounded In Action Friends are sorry to learn that Pfc. HEM YE! HAPPV NEHkyiEAR.1 Whsraot our friends temabi4 steadfast and trusHta us In 1944, mil wfcMinra mrm tufa ri Haon faal- Mm ston of loyaltr. therefor be it pro claimed throughout this country that we hanre ordered, the New Year, 1945, to be an especially happy and prosperous one for alL Selma Cash Feed & Grocery SELMA, N. C. I V .Another year is knocking at the door. Let us give it a royal welcome. We look forward to 1945 with the firm belief in better things to come. And we want to express our deep appreciation to each of you for having contributed in such an important way to our continued 'success in this community. North. Carolina James B. Pearce has been wounded in action according to a telegram re ceived Saturday by Mrs. C. W.!Pearce from tho War Department. L Eighth Grade Gives Christmas Program The eighth grade of Micro! school gave a Christmas program, ; "The Birth of Christ", for the school and parents Wednesday morning Decern ber 20th at eleven o'clock. 7 The stage was banked with pines and cedar. Mary, Joseph and the manger were in the center. Members of the choir, draped in sheets and carrying white candles entered the auditorium singing O Come All Ye Faithful". They placed their candles in candelabras which were placed on each end of the stage. As the choir sang Christmas songs, the angels, wise men. kings and shepherds entered. The program closed with the sing in of "Silent Night". Miss Margaret Lassiter, eighth grade teacher, was in charge of the program while Miss Bessie Mae White had charge of the music. Foorlinc. fAiita ViaVA nlinwn that it fnkoa nlmoRt twice as much late cat hay to put a 100-pound gain on a steer as with early cut hay. Fertilize your crop in accordance witti vmir rotation, says Dr. cmerson Collins, in charge of Extension agro nomy at State College. ' HEM YE! A DYING SOLDIER'S FAREWELL (By Mrs. Bettie Atkinson) Micro, N. C. Wounded on the fields of battle, Dying for my country's call; Raise her higher, now my comrades, Never let Old Glory fall. Hark, the shells are 'round me screaming, Now I hear the cannon roar, And the Angels, too, are beckoning Over on the other Shore. My blood is flowing freely, comrades, And this life will soon be gone; I give it freely for my loved ones Far across the sea at home. Comrades, tell my darling mother That I see her in my dreams, And as a child once more am kneel- 77 ing s- At her dear beloved knee. Tell her that I kept the Bible That she gave me when a boy; It has been my guide and comfort Through .this fearful , struggling 7: war. ; I94J is to the We pay up Formerly CUNNINGHAM TOBACCO CO. A CcziEiity dadcaotfiry SMITHFIELD, N. C Be sure and bring your allotment Goodbye, mother; farewell ' sweet :.. heart, I have done my very best.. Fight on, comrades, win the victory, For I now must sweetly rest Softly sighs the evening zephyrs v O'er the grave of one so true, While we wait and watch his coming, , He gave his life for me and you. DONT FORGET TO PRAY (By Mary Jean Shurtz) "Son, there ain't much that we can say . Though deep within our hearts There's countless thoughts we can't .express When it comes time to part. Of course we'll tell you to be brave When you are far away, But, first of all, comes this advice, Son, don't forget .to pray.' We won't be with you over there Your hands can't touch ours when You reach for just a friendly clasp, But up above there's Someone who Hears every word you say; So when things are the toughest, son, Just don't forget to pray. just around the corner. New Year.1 This is the for new resolutions. !We have served you well in the 4 Tj3asf.'Our aim is to serve yotf stil( better in the future. To this end we pledge our full devotion. We want you to be happy this New Year's ... and during the weeks and months that follow. Economy Furniture Co. Seinta, North Carolina to Ceiling Prices for your Scrap Tobacco There ain't much we can say to help When times like these arise, . Except to say 'tis best to look For aid up in the skies. For He who watches over you After you've gone away Will be the one. who cares for you; So don't forget to pray. This Bible is the one 1 took Along with me that year When I was fighting Over There For things we all hold dear. So "keep it with you, son, and when There comes your darkest day Open its pages to His world; Then - don't forget to. pray. Some day you will be back with us Some day youll understand That pathways leading to the beat , Are guided by His hand, And though there ain't much folks like us Just plain ,pld folks CAN say, "Son don't forget to pray." A 1,000 pound crop of tobacco leaves removes 40 pounds of nitrogen, 5 pounds of phosphoric acid, and 60 pounds of pure potash, from the soil. Boy War Bonds Today! All hail season card' with-you
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