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Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
TO HOLD FORUM
FEBRUARY 11TH
Century Club Sponsoring Af-
fair To Be Held At
School
PROMINENT OFFICIALS

Considerable interest is being
shown in the coming forum on
legislation to be held in the audi
torium of the high school on Fri
day evening, February IL at 8
o'clock. Anyone in the state may
attend and take part in the dis
cussion of proposed legislation in
Delaware. Sponsored by the Twen-
tieth Century Club, special invita-
tions have been sent to all service
clubs, organizations, and other
groups. A large attendance is ex-
pected at the forum, which will be
in the nature of a New England
town meeting, and a spirited ex-
change of opinions is anticipated.
Each of the speakers will give a
15-minute talk on a phase of legis-
lation, after which the meeting will
be open for questions and answers.
u. S. Senator J. Allen Frear is
well known for his community
activities in all movements for the
public interest. State Senator Vera
G. Davis will present the phase of
welfare work in the state and is
known for her support of construc-
tive legislation in the Senate. Miss
CONTINUED on Page Fve)
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
GIRL SCOUT
ASSOCIATION
Representatives From Four
Troops Meet at The CO.
lOnial Hotel
INvESTITURE SERVICE

The Smyrna Clayton Girl
Scout Association met on Tuesday
night at The Colonel Hotel with
representatives from four troops,
and Mrs. Francis ]. ONeill presid-
ing. A report of the leaders train
ing course by Mrs. Thomas Russell
showed that IL finished the
course, including Brownie and in
termediate leaders, troop commit
tee members, and one school
teacher. Mrs. Edna Dugan, Dover,
who expects to join her husband in
Japan, completed the course with
the idea of being helpful to Amer
ican Girl Scout leaders in Japan.
The cookie sale will start on April
8 and continue through the 18th,
with Mrs. Stanley Middleton as
chairman. An investiture service
was held for 16 girls who are
members of Troop 2. The troop,
sponsored by the Mite Society of
the First Presbyterian Church,
held the service there. Mrs. Ralph
Peters is the troop leader, and Mrs.
Howell Barnes, assistant leader.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
Death of Mrs. w. j. Robinson

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary
Ann Robinson were held on Mon
day afternoon from Torbert's Fun
eral Home in Dover with interment
in Lakeside Cemetery. Mrs. Robin
son, widow of William j. Robinson,
was born in Concord, Delaware,
the daughter of the late Nathaniel
Conaway and Sally Marvel Coma
way. Mrs. Robinson is survived by
the following children: Mrs. Helen
Dunn, Mrs. G.. L. Griffith, Mr..
Franklin Robinson, Mrs. Daniel
Sullivan and Mrs, Clifford Arts,
all of Dover; seven grandchildren
and seven great grandchildren.
Surviving also are the following
sisters and brother: Mrs. Alice
Wilson of Odessa; Mrs. Ida B.
Turner and Mrs. Margaret c. Nor
ris of Smyrna; and Mr.. Franklin
Conaway of Philadelphia.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
FOREMEN HOLD
DINNER MEET
Wilson Cabinet Co. Employees
Hear Speaker at The
Colonial Hotel
HEAR TALK ON SAFETY

John ID. Reeder, president of the
Delaware Safety Council, was
guest speaker at a dinner meeting
recently of the Foremen's Club,
Wilson Cabinet Co., Inc, held at
The Colonial Hotel. Mr.. Reeder,
who is also Safety Director of
Joseph Bancroft and Sons Com
pany and a member of the Safety
Engineers Club of Delaware, spoke
on Selling Safety" and told the
group present that safety really
means efficiency. He stated that a
person working on an assembly
line who is safety conscious is usu-
ally always efficient. Safety is
sometimes difficult subject to
discuss, yet a MUST twenty-four
hours day." Reeder stated. Mr..
Reeder pointed out that where
safety is not practiced, lives are
sometimes lost, injuries increase,
precious hours of production time
are lost, not to mention thousands
of dollars worth of equipment and
material which is either spoiled or
destroyed and all because a good
safety plan is not in use. Moving
pictures were shown on Safety in
Industry" and 'Plant Housekeep-
ing" Mr.. Francis ]. Jamison, as
sistant manager of the Delaware
Safety Council also spoke and lead
group round table discussion on
safety planning and education.
Clarence S. Collins, Jr., Personnel
Director for the company, was
chairman and introduced the
speakers. The response was made
by John D. Schafer, Production
Manager. Others present for the
meeting were M. Haley, F. Faulk-
ner, c. Dyer, R. Schuman, A. Lane,
w. Comegys, G. Clark, t. Mofitt,
A. Moore, H. Stevens, F. Cooke,
A. Stokesbury, N. Rash, R. Keiser,
f. Cole, R. Rogers, r. Faulkner,
and l.. Piper.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
FIREMEN PLAN
CONVENTION
DeI-Mar-Va Volunteer Fire
mems Convention Here
May 10 and IL
TO HOLD BIG PARADE

The Citizens Hose Company's
Convention Committee, consisting
of John w. Jacobs, Jr., E. Reynolds
Bradley and ]. Fletcher Truax,
held a meeting Sunday afternoon,
February 6 with John Bamberger
of Cheswold, president of the Del
marva Volunteer Firemen's Asso-
citation, George Mayer of Easton,
Maryland, the associations secre-
tary, and ]. Harper Jones, the as
sociation's treasurer and outlined
a tentative program for the Del
marva Volunteer Firemen's Con-
vention to be held in Smyrna May
10 and IL. Plans were made for the
Associations Executive Committee
meeting for Tuesday evening, May
10 to be followed by banquet and
stage show. U. S. Representative
]. Caleb Boggs and Governor Ell
bert N. Carvel have been obtained
as the main speakers for the two
day affair." The regular business
session is scheduled for Wednesday
morning, May IL with a Memorial
Service to be held that afternoon
at the Methodist Church. The main
event of the convention, the par
ade, is scheduled for May IL at
7:30 for which all volunteer COM
panies from Delaware, Maryland,
Virginia and nearby counties of
Pennsylvania and New Jersey will
be invited. The following commit
tees were appointed at this meet
ing: Housing, Robert T. FAIRIES,
Howell Barnes; Entertainment,
Harry P. Jones; Parade, Reynolds
Bradley, chairman, Nelson Stats.
Ralph G. FAIRIES, Jr., Henry Dukes.
Calvin Foxwell and Earl Ford.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10

A district Court of Honor, Boy
Scouts of America, was held last
night in the auditorium of the John
Bassett Moore School. The district
embraces the territory from the
canal to the Sussex County line
and badges and awards were pre-
sented to members of troops in this
district. officials of the Delaware
Council and also of the district
were present, among them, John o.
Shanks, chief scout executive of
the Delmarva Council; Paul Lovett,
Newark, president of the Delmarva
Council; Ellis Lecrons, Middle
town, district advancement chair
man; and william e. Matthews, ,Jr.,
district chairman. Mr.. Lecrone
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
CAR
ARRIVES SAT.
Car From Gratitude Train
To Arrive At 7:3O Pm.
At Post Office
ESCORTED BY BAND

Smyrna is preparing to receive
a visit of the car designated for
the state of Delaware from the
French Gratitude Train" on Sat
iurday night at 7:30 o'clock. State
and town police and officials, and
the band of the Citizens Hose Co.
will escort the car from the Du-
Pont Boulevard at the edge of
town to in front of the Post Office.
Mayor c. J. Prickett will preside
at the ceremonies. George Wright,
superintendent of schools, will re-
ceive the gifts to the local school.
The car will remain one hour after
the brief program for inspection
by the public. Invitations have
been extended to all service
clubs and organizations in the
towns of Smyrna and Clayton to
greet the arrival of this expression
of thanks from the French people
for the American Friendship
Train" sent to Europe year ago.
The Gratitude Train" arrived in
New York City a week ogo. Fif-
teen cars were sent to the south
ern states, one of which is for Del
aware; five were bound for New
England; and the remainder of the
cars destined for western states
began their journey early this
week. More than 100000 persons
lined the streets in New York,
ticker tape and shredded telephone
books swirled down from the sky
scrapers, and school children with
American flags waved as the
floats passed by. The cars are
laden with cultural and historic
gifts which express the apprecia-
tion of the French people for our
friendship. This gesture will take
its place with other great gestures
of France, such as THE Statue of
Liberty. Fred Marvel, Laurel, is in
charge of the car during its trip
through the state, which is handled
by the 40 ct s, honorary Legion
group. william E. Matthews, Jr.
is chairman of arrangements in
Smyrna and is also co-chairman
for the state,
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
PLAN CONTROL
OF AMBULANCE
Grant Garis, Chief Driver, Re.
ports Doctors Are Notified
of Phone Numbers
FIRST AID COURSE

The David c. Harrison Post No.
IA, American Legion, Smyrna, has
completed it's plans for central
control for it's ambulance work to
facilitate faster and more COM
plete ambulance service in the fu-
ture. Chief ambulance driver Grant
G. Garis has reported that all of
the local doctors and both State
and Town police have been notified
of this system which is as follows:
On week days, from Z am. until
6 pm, the number Smyrna 6262
will answer all requests for ambu-
lance service and expedite service
to any point in the surrounding
territory. From pm. until Z am.
and Sundays, the following num-
bers will be used: 2151, 3051, 1921,
8207, and 1921, all of the Smyrna
exchange. Legionaire Garis also
stated that new linen had been
ordered for the ambulance service
and that linen replenishing SER
vice had been arranged to insure
adequate fresh linen supply for
this ambulance. 1t was pointed
out that arrangements are rapidly
being made for the presentation of
a course in First Aid to the driv-
ers and assistant drivers of the
ambulance in order to insure prop
er handling of patients. The meet
ing of the David C. Harrison Post
will be conducted on February 16
in the cafeteria of the John Bas-
sett Moore High School. Many
important matters will be handled
at this time, including the opening
and selection of bids on the new
ambulance, the present one will be
used as Standby" vehicle in
case of disaster or multiple acci-
dents. All Post members are asked
to attend this important meeting.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
TWO FILE FOR
TOWN COUNCIL
DIR. Prickett Will Not Be Can
didate For Reelection; Ey-
erhart, Newcomb File
DEADLINE FEB. Is

DR.. C. ]. Prickett, who has held
the office of Mayor of Smyrna for
the past two years, when inter-
viewed yesterday, stated that he
would not be a candidate for re-
election at the town election to be
held February 2s. DIR. Prickett was
loud in his praise for the complete
cooperation he has received from
all members of Council, the Town
Manager, and other employees of
the town, and from all the citizens
of Smyrna, and regrets that the
press of other duties prevents his
giving the very great degree of
time and attention that will be
necessary for the Mayor to give to
town affairs in the months ahead.
Mayor Priekett announced that
two names had been filed as candi-
dates for councilmen, those of
James E. Everhart and Albert A.
Newcomb. Shortly after this infor-
nation was received Mr.. Everhart
was contacted and when asked
why he was interested in running
for council stated, Smyrna is a
growing and progressive commun-
ity and 1 feel it the duty of those
whose livelihood is dependent upon
this community to take an active
part in our city government" Mr..
Newcomb was not available for
comment at this time. The dead
line for filing of names as candi-
dates for the coming election, Feb
ruary %, is s pm. Friday, Febru-
ary 18 at Council room in the
Town office building. Mayor, two
councilmen, treasurer and one as
SCISSOR are to be elected at this
time. Nominees for the offices of
mayor and member of council
must be residents of Smyrna, at
least twenty-one years of age, and
be a bona fide owner of real estate
within the town of Smyrna, which
is listed on the Kent County and
town assessment books most re-
Gently in force.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
GIVES ADDRESS
ON EDUCATION
George w. Wright Describes
Education at Rotary Meet
ing Thursday Night
MISUNDERSTANDING

At the meeting of the Smyrna
Rotary Club last week a talk on
Education was given by George
w. Wright, superintendent of
schools, a subject misunderstood
by the average layman. Mr.. Wright
described education as a four-leaf
clover, involving the training in
school, reading, writing, arithme-
tic, and physical education; the
training of the mind through pre-
cept, example, and personal con-
tact; good citizenship, which faith
in God, the community, the fam
lily, and the democratic way of life;
and soundness and cleanliness of
body and mind. A man is educ
Gated, the speaker stated, when he
can conduct himself well in soci-
ETY.. Schools are to train students
in the ways and means of becom-
ing good citizens in the community
and the whole world, through edu-
cation, he concluded. A reading
was given by the president, Nelson
Everhart, on the things that
money can't buy: friendship, COM
panionship, happiness, beauty of
nature, and character. Visitors
from other Rotary Clubs were Leo
Hubbard, Elk Ridge, Md, DR.. John
Shilling, and R. C. Stewart, both
of the Dover Club. George r.
Wright was the guest of his father
and William M. Boyd the guest of
Mr.. Hubbard.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
PLAN DENTAL PROGRAM
Townsend P.T.A. Hear Address
by William Jameson

Members of Townsend P. T. A.
enjoyed an inspiring talk on the
four point program of National
P. 7. A. given by William jamie
son, Monday evening, February Z.
Plans for carrying out the pro-
gram on dental care for first grade
pupils was discussed. Mrs. Eleanor
Ratledge, president, appointed a
committee as follows: Mrs. Esther
Reihms, Mrs. Harry Wiley, Mrs.
Addie Budd, Mrs. Florence Helm
old and Mrs. Ratledge. There will
be need for cars to transport the
children to the dentists and any,
one who can help in this way,
please notify Mrs. Reihms. Mr..
Laird is planning a dance in
March.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
AID MAN SPEAKS
AT LIONS MEET
Howard MedhOldt, National
Advertising Executive,
Guest Speaker
INTRODUCE MEMBERS

The Smyrna Lions Club heard a
challenging address at their meet
ing Monday night at The Wayside
Inn by Howard Medholdt, of the
Aitkin-Kynett Advertising Agen-
cy, Philadelphia, on the 'Func-
tions of an Advertising Agency
Mr.. Medholdt is a member of the
board of directors of the American
Association of Advertising .Agen-
cies; a director of the Charles Nor
ris Price School of Advertising and
Journalism, and a special lecturer
at the University of Pennsylvania.
The agency with which he is as
sociated handles such nationally
known products as Wilson Freez-
ers, Flexible Flyers, Phillips Can
ned Soup, Wrigley's, Ell Producto
cigars, Spealman Shower and
Plumbing Fixtures, Esterbrook
Fountain Pens, Felton-Sibley
Paints, and many others. Service
clubs represent an important phase
in the American SYSTEM" he said,
likening them to town meetings
and forums. Members have an op-
portunity to perform a real SER
vice as civic-minded men who, by
discussion, acquire an understand
ing of the other fellows problems,
he stated. "There are forces in
America today trying to tear down
what others are trying to build up;
to divide and conquer is their
method, the speaker said, stress
ing that they attack churches,
schools, and the modern business
system, which has been fostered
by personal initiative. Neglect on
the part of business to acquaint
even employees with the system
has resulted in misunderstanding,
with advertising one of the most
misunderstood. He cited several
fallacies of the cost of advertising.
He urged better understanding
striving for more harmony and
better teamwork so that america
may prosper and thrive as we
prosper and thrive" The response
was given by bud" Dietrich.
Richard Price was chairman of the
program and introduced the speak
er. Robert Dunning presided and
introduced the following new men,
bers: Frank Dawson, John O'Con-
nor, Howard Slaughter, and Rob
ert FAIRIES. William Kruchen,
chairman of the March of Dimes,
reported that money is still COM
ing in, and the total to date is
$3.50. The invocation was given by
Henry t. Price. Norman C. Wilder
was the guest of Lee Slaughter.
A report was made by Frank
Continued on Page Fouri
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
FIRE co. PASS
RESOLUTIONS
Urge Passage of Bills Con-
corning Fire Companies
in County
RECEIVE CONTRIBUTIONS

Several bills now before the
State Assembly were read and
discussed at the regular monthly
meeting of the Citizens Hose Co.
held Monday night, February at
the fire house on Commerce st.
House Bill No. Sc, an act directing
the Levy Court of Kent County to
appropriate money to the Kent
County Volunteer Firemen's Asso-
citation for distribution equally
among member companies; House
Bill No. rs, proposing amendment
of Section IL of Article II of the
State Constitution relating to
forms of gambling, and House Bill
Mo. 76, providing police powers to
fire companies at fires were read,
discussed and resolutions were
proposed and adopted recommend
ing passage of each of these bills.
Copies of the resolutions were sent
to each Senator and Represents
tive who represent the districts
with which the Citizens Hose
Company have, contact. George
Smith, Charles King, Charles
Jones and William .Kruchen were
received at this meeting as new
members. The company received
donations from Henrietta C. West,
w. w. Price Co., Lee C. Wroten
and Warren Plantholt.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
HONOR FORMER
SMYRNA BOY
Forrest V. Jacobs Voted Out
standing Player in Tri-
State Baseball League
PRESENTED TROPHY

Forrest v. Jacobs, son of Edwin
F. Jacobs, a nephew of John W.
Jacobs, Jr., Smyrna's Chief of Po-
lice, was honored as the outstand-
ing player of the Tri-State League
for the 1948 season by Tri-State
League baseball writers at Ashe-
vile, N. c., recently. Jacobs lived
in Smyrna with his family when a
small boy, about fifteen years ago.
They now reside in Pennsville, N.
]. Jacobs, Asheville Tourist sec
ond baseman, was presented with
a handsome trophy, replica of
the trophy presented to Lou Bou-
dreau, Cleveland Indian manager,
as the most valuable player in the
American League. Jacobs was ac-
companied by his father, Edwin F,
Jacobs, and grandfather, Robert
w. Wiley, who drove to Asheville
from their home in Pennsville, N.
]. to see Forrest accept the trophy,
He is the property of the Brooklyn
Dodgers and is moving from the
Asheville club to Fort Worth, Tex
as for the '49 season. Forrest will
be remembered by local sport fans
as the second baseman with the
"All Jacobs" team that played
the Smyrna town team in Septem-
ber AT. The Jacobs team, by the
way, defeated Smyrna to 1.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
Farmers Should Report Practices

Farmers Should Report Practices
Mr.. Jay Price, Chairman of the
New Castle County Agriculture
Conservation Association, wishes
to remind farmers in this commun-
ity that February Is is the dead
line set, by the County Committee,
for reporting the practices carried
out on the farms during the 194s
program year. If you are one who
has not taken care of reporting
yours, do SO at once, as the time
is growing short. Visit the County
Office at Newark, today.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
TO WED IN CLAYTON CHURCH

Miss Florence C. Hopkins and
James Turner to Wed Thursday
The marriage of Miss Florence
Carolyn Hopkins, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. John S. Hopkins of Clay
ton, to Mr.. James E. Turner, Jr.,
son of Mr.. and Mrs. James Turner,
Lake Como Gardens, Smyrna, will
take place Thursday, February IL
at $50 pm. at st. Paul Methodist
Church, Clayton.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
Lincoln Day Dinner

The Kent County Young Repub-
lican Club will hold Lincoln Day
dinner at Bob Ching's Lotus Car
den, DUPONT Parkway between
Smyrna and Dover on Saturday,
February IL. An attendance of be-
tween 300 and 400 persons is ex-
pected.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
4-H Necktie Social

The Kenton Klubbers All Club
will hold "Necktie Social" at the
home of Ellen, Howard, Leroy, and
Peggy Everett tonight, February
10th at eight o'clock. A cordial in
vitation is extended to all those
who desire to attend. There will be
ice cream and cake sold. Games
and refreshments will be included.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
CLAYTON LIONS MEET
Joseph Errigo, Wilmington At
torney, was Guest Speaker

The Clayton Lions Club held
their regular dinner meeting at
The Paddock on February 2 and
had as guest speaker Joseph Err
rigo, Wilmington attorney and
counsellor for Lions International
who spoke on ideals and Values
of Lionism." Three new members
were installed as follows: Preston
Burris, Ralph Knotts, and James
Williams, all of Clayton. The
March of Dimes campaign was ex-
tended but the Clayton drive,
sponsored by the Lions, amounted
to more than 5000 as, of the first
of February. William L. Torbert,
Jr. presided.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
BOY SCOUTS DISTRICT COURT
OF HONOR HELD AT SCHOOL

presided and the presentation of
the various awards was made by
the following: second class, Ken
meth Tuller, Dover, district COM
missioner; first class, Lawrence
Foard, Dover; merit badges, George
w. Wright; star badges, Mr.. Mat
thews; eagles award, Mr.. Lovett.
The program opened with the
pledge of allegiance, led by Earl
Ford, who also pronounced the
scoutmaster's benediction. Philip
Denney led in the scout oath and
law. The speaker was Fremont
Loaffel, Wilmington. THE Star
Spangled Banner" and THE Lords
Prayer" were sung by Edward
Everhart.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
PARTY FOR HOSPITAL FUND
Much Interest Being Shown In
Prizes To Be Given

Mrs. Richard C. Price, Smyrna
chairman of tickets for the card
party to be held tonight at the
Dover High School social hall by
the Junior Board of Kent General
Hospital, reports that the local
response has been good. Much in
terest is shown in the Partisan
gown donated by Bird-Speakman,
Inc; the young calf given by ]. A.
Frear and Sons; and two foam
rubber bed pillows donated by In
ternational Latex Corporation,
which will be awarded during the
evening.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
Meeting of w. @. Il. u.

HHcotHuB UI W. u L. %
The members Of the w. c. T. u.
will meet at Wesleyan Methodist
Church on Monday, February IA
at s o'clock.
Smyrna times., 1949-02-10
RAILROAD MAN DIES
Frank H. Bentley, Formerly Of
Clayton Dies January 30

Frank H. Bentley, age Sc years,
of Dubois, Pa, formerly of Clay
ton, died Saturday, January 20.
Mr.. Bentley will be remembered
by old Rai1roaders of Delaware,
having been supervisor of the Del
aware Division, living at Clayton
about thirty-five years ago.
Evening star., 1949-04-19
Gen. Grant will Retire
From GSI Presidency

Mai. Gen. q. s. Grant III viii
retire from the presidency and
Board of Trustees of Government
Service. Inc. at its annual meeting
Thursday, he disclosed yesterday.
Gen. Grant, who also is chair
man of the National Capital Park
and Planning Commission, has
served as GSI president for two
years.
Ofhcers of GSI are elected by
the trustees from their own men,
bership. Gen. Grants term as a
trustee expires Thursday. but he
has notified GSI that he will not
be a candidate again. For that
reason. he explained. he will not
be eligible for election to succeed
himself as president.
No slate of candidates has been
drawn up In advance under rules
of GSI, but Frank w. Hoover. who
retired as general manager two
years ago. is a dark horse" for
the next president. The meeting
will be held at $50 pm. Thursday.
Evening star., 1949-04-19
Marriage License
Applications

Under d. c. iau. couples must
apply for q marriage license on
one day. icdit three flH days and
receipe the license on the nth
day. Sundays and holidays are
counted the same ds other davs.