Milford chronicle., 1947-12-12
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1s47
THE ANNOUNcEMENT oil Mayor E

THE ANNOUNCEMENT of Mayor Ed
ward G. Evans that he will not be candidate
for reelection at the City elections in JAN
uary has clarified the local municipal elec-
ton picture For months past rumors have
been circulating to the effect that Mr.. Evans
intended to devote all of his time TO his res
taurant business when his term expires in
January; but many of his followers clung to
the belief that at the last minute he would
change his mind. His statement, given verb
ally to a representative of the Chronicle,
would seem to indicate that this time he
means to quit. We believe that his decision is
wise-both for the good of the city as well
as for himself. During his administration he
has had some staunch supporters and many
who opposed his methods of handling the
affairs of the City of Milford. The Chronicle
has been one of the latter group. During the
past few months an increasing number OF Mill
ford citizens have expressed their dissatiS-
faction with the manner in which the city
governmental affairs have been handled
Had Mayer Evans chosen to run again, a
bitter fight was in prospect. Many former
supporters have expressed themselves as
favoring change, and his reelection, at
least was doubtful With Mr.. Evans out of
the picture, the people of Milford should find
a good business man who is willing to devote
part of his time to municipal government.
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ton. 1t takes man of broad outlook and
sound judgment to administer its affairs.
1t is time to forget partisanship and the fos-
tering of small groups looking to their own
benefit, and to elect qualified man to fill
thesoffice of Mayor. Make no mistake about
1.-THE new City administration will have a
job on its hands. Among the first of it's prob
lens will be a final decision about the future
of the Light and Power Plant. Many, many
others must be faced as new men take over
the City government.
THE IDEA is sometimes advanced that
the custom of making gifts at Christmas is
Frequently oVerdone. It has been said that
some people give more expensive presents
than they can afford And that some con-
tinue to make these gifts merely because it
is an old habit, and that they feel it would
suggest some cooling of friendship if they
failed to make them
There may be cases where generous per-
sons spend more in this way than they can
afford. For the most part, this habit of
Christmas giving is one of the most beauti-
full customs. 1t is an expression of friend
ship and affection, and it strengthens the
ties between people and draws them closer
together.
1t is heart warming thing to receive
gift from loved one or from some friend,
and it carries the message that the tie that
binds people together is just as strong as
ever. These bonds of affection and friend
ship enrich our lives, and the Christmas
gift is a fine way to express these senti-
mentS.
The Christmas gift is manifestation of
unselfishness. This feeling lifts the world
out of it's ordinary routine, and it shows that
people find satisfaction in doing something
to make someone else happy.
A Christmas gift is most satisfactory
when it is well adapted to the needs or de-
sires of the persons who receive it. 1t is quite
customary to inquire of people what they
would like to receive for Christmas, and to
ask them to name several things from which
the giver can make choice. Gifts that are
practical and which I'LL some real needs are
highly appropriate. Or when they present
something of beauty to add its charm tC
peoples lives, that also has its high value anc
brings happiness,
Gifts to those who have had misfortunes
and troubles, to those who need special help
and to philanthropic causes, are especially
appropriate at Christmas. The generous
soul finds pleasure in giving.
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DO YOU WANT TO DIE in one of tht
most horrible manners possible? It's an easy
trick. Just take chances with fire and, soon
er or later, your number viii come up.
More than 10000 Americans roast thd
way each year. Thousands more are disfig
ured for life. Fire is nextremely efficien
killer and manner
The ways to take chances are legion
Smoking in bed is one of the best So i
doing home cleaning with fammable liquids
So is starting fires with kerosent and gaso
line. So is carelessness with illuminatin,
gas
Fire is rolling merrily along in the Uni
ted States now. The total loss is at an all
time high and it is increasing. There seem
to be no end to our carelessness and indiffer
ence. This may keep the fire department
on their ties-but, unfortunately, there's
limit to what the best of them can do
Take a chance with fire maybe YOU
be lucky. And maybe not!