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HELP PROMOTE PORT ST. JOE BY JOINING THE JUNIOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE THE STAR "TRADE AT HOME" SPEND YOUR MONEY WITH LOCAL MERCHANTS AND GET ANOTHER SHOT AT IT "Port St. Joe -The Outlet Port for the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee Valley" VOLUME XII PORT ST. JOE, FLORIDA, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1948 NUMBER 10 Junior Class Play To Be Presented Next Friday Night Proceeds of Play Will Aid Class In Taking Seniors On Trip To Nation's Capital "The Angell Brats," a family comedy in three acts by Jay To- bias, will be presented next Friday night in the high school auditorium by the junior class of the Port St. Joe high school. The cast is as follows: 'Hydrangea Iodine Jimpson, the negro cook ..Margaret Lawrence Epidemic Apocalypse Peters, her "finance" ...-----Jimmy Ramsey Ruth Alden, the Angell's door- mat Alice Elder Dr. Wylie Angell, a professor of zoology .......----------...Donald Wise Patricia "Pat" Angell, Wylie's eldest daughter --Merita Sutton Venetia Van Arlen, a teacher of dramatic art -....--. Jan Wimberly Dorothy "Dodo" Angell, Wylie's youngest ---....--..--Montez Miller Billy Angell, Wylie's harum-scar- um son ---..-- Bobby Ramsey Grandma Grimes, the young An- gell's maternal grandmother---- -..--------- ------ Betty Brady Azarias Peabody, Wylie's rich, irascible uncle -Bill McFarland Orley Van Arlen, Pat's lisping admirer ---- -- Frank Young Winnie Oliphant, a perfume sales- woman ------- Joyce Sexton Don Daggett, a college freshman with "Patrophobia" ...Gene Chism Twila Twitchell, a children's li- brarian .........----- Dolores Mira As everyone probably knows, the junior class every year stages a play to gain the, support of the pub- lic in giving a banquet for the se- nior class. This year, in place of giving a banquet, the juniors are planning to take the graduating class on a trip to Washington, D. C. This trip will be very educa- tional and probably will be the only opportunity that many members of the senior class will have to see the nation's capital-also, it will be very expensive, therefore, the ju- niors, more than ever before, need the wholehearted support of the people of our city. "The Angell Brats" is under the direction of Mrs. Della Mize, ju- nior sponsor, and tickets are now on sale at 50c for adults and 35c for students. So buy your tickets and help the graduates on their way ,to Washington--but not as mem- bers of congress, thank heaven! Sharks Run Rings Around Blountstown for 88-0 Score Wednesday night of last week the, St. Joe Sharks ran up one of the largest scores recorded in the state this season-when they met the Blountstown Tigers at Centen- nial Field and defeated them 88-0. Space does not permit a play-by- play description, but touchdowns were scored by Charles Whitehead (4), Buster Owens (5), Phil Chat- ham 2), and one each by Tommy Simpson and Bill Fleming. Owens accounted for 10 extra points. Whitehead, Fleming and Owens were -outstanding in the backfield, with Whitehead turning in a spec- tacular 90-yard run, while Luther Parrott, Henry Collier, Bill McFar- land and Charles Wilson starred on the line. The Sharks gained 915 yards by rushing and 40 on two out of three attempted passes, made eight first downs and were penalized 10 yards. The Tigers chalked up 134 yards by rushing and 23 passing, made four first downs and completed but three of 11 attempted passes. Hunters Express Early Response Appreciation To In Xmas Seal Sale Friends In County Very Gratifying Former Clerk of Court and Wife Write From New Home In Kalamazoo, Mich. Window Display By Boy Scout Troop Is Attracting Much The editor of The Star this week Favorable Comment received the following letter from Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hunter, now lo- The first nine days of the 1948 cated in their new home at Kala- Christmas Seal sale in Gulf county, mazoo, Mich., with the request it which opened November 22 under be published in order that every- sponsorship of the Gulf County Tu- one in Gulf county might know how berculosis Association. brought a the Hunters feel about their many total of $174, friends: ^^ according to a To Our Gulf County Friends: report yester- Leaving Gulf county and our life- day by Harry- ,long friends, to make our future day by Harry home here, has been no easy mat- Saunders, seal ter it was made necessary by sale chairman. physical infirmities. '.. "With t his No better people exist than our F TTI early response Gulf county friends, and none will lsts of county resl- ever be forgotten by us. We cannot o county resi- be perfectly happy -when so far dents," he-commented, "we feel the from you, and we trust that each 1948 seal sale is off to a good start. of you will realize this when thifin- We have a long way to go before ing of us in the years to come. To the Woman's Club of Wewa- our quota is reached, of course, but hitchka we wish to express our sin- we are confident of the interest cere appreciation for the wonderful and support of people in the com- party they made possible for us on unity which will be necessary to November 10, and for the lovely and useful gifts provided by them. help us realize it. This get-together gave us an oppor- "This interest has been proved tunity to see many of our sincere by the fact that our Boy Scouts, (Continued on Page 3) under the direction of Scoutmaster J. T. Simpson, have made a very Body of Bishop Found attractive window display in the window of the Florida Power Corn- After Nine-Day Search pany's office. In this display they have used posters, letters bearing Discovered Saturday at Mouth of the 1948 seal, and the double-barred Bearman Creek cross. We would like to express our appreciation to the Scouts for A nine-day hunt tor Merle Bishop, their co-operation, and we feel con- 34, of Panama City, ended Satur- fident that this window display will day afternoon when his body was boost the seal sale in Gulf county found floating near the mouth of tremendously." Bearman Creek, a mile or more be- The Boy Scouts have done their low the Southern Kraft landing on part in making this year's Christ- the Brothers River. mas Seal sale a success. Will you Bishop, with two other Southern be a good scout and do your part Kraft employes, was en route to by buying and using Christmas tfh cnam +he ni ht of November Seals? 19 and, alone in his boat, had told his companions to go on to camp and that he would follow shortly. When he failed to arrive by dawn Saturday, searching parties were organized and Bishop's empty boat was found. Funeral services were held Sun- day in Panama City, with inter- ment in Parker cemetery. -----4---- Returns Home From Hospital Mrs. Andrew Martin and daugh- ters, Mrs. Willie Ola Upshaw and Stetson Pridgeon motored to Pen- sacola Saturday to bring home An- drew Martin who had .been in a hospital in that city for a number of weeks. We are glad to report that he is able to be up and around with the aid of crutches. To Undergo Operation Mrs. J. C. Culpepper left Tues- day for Warm Springs, Ga., where her daughter, Mary Agnes, is un- dergoing treatment. Mary Agnes yesterday underwent an operation for transplanting a muscle into her leg. Mrs. Culpepper expects to re- turn home next week. -------------- Returns To Illinois Curtis Evans left Wednesday for Woodriver, Ill., where he will join the crew of the Grover Tank Cor- poration, with whom he is em- ployed. Enjoy Visit In Georgia Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Smith re- turned home Sunday after a five- day visit with Mr. and Mrs. R. F.. Coody and family at their farm near Eastman, Ga. Bank To Mail Out Xmas Club Checks Christmas Club checks totaling about $3000 will be mailed next week by the Florida Bank at Port St. Joe to its members. The checks will certainly come in handy at this time of the year to those who had the foresight to start and to keep up the, weekly payments. The amount being dis- tributed should be also of consid- erable benefit to merchants. Considering the fact that the club was late in getting started and also that this was the first year the bank operated a club, they feel quite pleased with the results. There will be another club started immediately for 1949, as announced elsewhere in this issue of The Star. Stamps Quartet To Be Heard Tomorrow Night A treat is in store for everyone in Port St. Joe and neighboring communities tomorrow night when the famous Stamps Quartet from Radio Station KRLD, Dallas, Texas, appears at the high school auditor- ium under auspices of the Port St. Joe Kiwanis Club as part of a cam- paign by the local civic body to raise fund's to purchase a hearing aid for an underprivileged child of the city. The performance starts at 7:30 and admission will be 50c and 25c. Everyone is urged to attend, enjoy an evening of good singing and as- sist in a worthy cause. P.-T. A. Sponsoring Lecture Course On Problems of Family Two Discussion Will Be Held Next Week On. Family Problems By Well Known Professor Prof. Edwin R. Hartz of Florida State University, Tallahassee, who in the spring conducted in this city a course on "Marriage and Family Relations," is being returned by popular request. This "follow-up" course, spon- sored by the Port St. Joe Parent- Teacher Association, will be held in the school auditorium Thursday evening, December 9, at 8 o'clock, and the time and place of the sec- ond session, scheduled for Friday, will be announced at that time. Professor Hartz has devoted a great deal of time to the study of successful marriage and is well qualified to conduct a school of this kind. It is hoped that many will avail themselves of the oppor- tunity of hearing him on a subject that is of vital importance to every- one. Sharks Meet Altha In Benefit Grid Game Play At Centennial Field Tonight For Moose Christmas Fund What promises to be one of the best football games of the season will be played tonight under the lights at Centennial Field when thE St. Joe Sharks meet the Altha high school gridsters in a benefit game, proceeds of which will go to the Christmas basket fund of the local Moose lodge. The game is called for 8 o'clock, and admission will be $1 for adults and 50c for stu- dents and children. The Altha team was runner-up to Bristol in the Chattahoochee Val- ley Conference and is highly touted as a fighting aggregation., while the Sharks have been going great guns in their past few games, all of which points to a hard-fought battle which should keep the fans on the edges of their seats. Hot dogs and soft drinks will be available at the refreshment stand. GIRLS' BASKETBALL TEAM WILL PRACTICE TUESDAY The girls' basketball team which has been entered in the Apalachi- cola Valley Conference will meet in the Centennial Auditorium at 7f30 next Tuesday night for a practice game. The team is being sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. Any young ladies, single or mar- ried, interested in playing, are re- quested to be on hand Tuesday eve- ning or contact Mrs. R. -D. Prows, phone 105-J. Called Here By Father's Illness .Jeff Plair of Troy, Ala., and Mr. and Mrs. James Plair and daughter Delores of Cantonment, Fla., were called here Saturday to be at the .bedside of J. W. Plair, who under- went an appendectomy Saturday at the municipal hospital. Spend Thanksgiving In Sumatra Mr. and Mrs. John Sowers spent the Thanksgiving holiday in Su- matra with the latter's mother, Mrs. Lilly Howell. Visits Mother and Sister, Mrs. Ruth Sadler of Tampa was the guest last week-end of her mother, Mrs. L. C. Wise, and sis- ter, Mrs. Milton Chafin. Geo. Wimberly Injured As Costin Boat Explodes Costin Family Jumps In Canal As Boat Goes Up In Flames After Thanksgiving Trip George Wimberly was taken to the municipal hospital Wednesday morning as the result of burns and injuries received Thanksgiving Day when the 32-foot Christ-Craft yacht belonging to Cecil Costin exploded and burned while preparing to tie up at D. B. Lay's boat house on the intra-coastal canal. Mr. and Mrs. Costin and sons, Jimmy, Cecil Jr., daughter Sara Jo, Mr. and Mrs. Charles McClellan, Miss prline McClellan and Mr. and Mrs. Mel Magidson and son M.el Jr., left at noon Thanksgiving Day on the boat for a fishing trip to Indian Bayou, off Lake Wimico. As they were returning home they had en- gine trouble, and Cecil Jr., and Mr. Magidson came to St. Joe in a small boat carried by the yacht to get Mr. Wimberly to come and re- pair the engine. After Wimberly had been taken to the stranded craft and got the engine running, the party started back to White City where all pas- sengers got off except Mr. and Mrs. Costin, Jimmy, Sara Jo and Mr. Wimberly, these five continuing on to the boat house of D. B. Lay fur- ther down the canal. The time was about 1 a. m. Friday. As the boat neared,-the dock, a terrific explosion occurred, prob- ably from. gas fumes in the bilge, and this was followed by a second explosion which enveloped the boat in flames. Wimberly was sitting on the engine house at the time and suffered severe burns and a bad bruise on the chest. He jumped into the water and then climbed back aboard in an effort to ex- tinguish the flames. Mrs. Costin and Jimmy were in the cabin and it was necessary for them to break the hatch in order to escape from the flaming craft. Mr. Costin and Sara Jo jumped into the water, swam around to the front end of the boat and pushed it to the bank, where Mrs. Costin and her son could get off easily. The boat, valued at $5000, was a total loss, as were five guns, fish- ing tackle and personal belongings. No insurance was carried. Toy Matinee At Port Theater December 11 Working for the benefit of the Moose Lodge's Christmas basket fund, Manager Norris McCollum of the Port Theater will stage a spe- cial toy matinee at 10:30 a. m. Sat- urday, December 11. The picture will be "The Bullfighters," starring the comedy team of Laurel and Hardy. All children of the area are in- vited to attend this show, admis- sion to which will be one can of food or a toy. Visit In Macon Mrs. B. H. Smith and Miss Sara Brinson left Sunday morning for Macon, Ga., where they visited Er- nest Smith, returning home Mon- day night. Sunday Visitor Von L. Alams of Cantonment vis- ited here Sunday with the J. W. Plair family. Woman's Club Enjoys Christmas Program The Port St. Joe Woman's Club met in the club rooms Wednesday afternoon for its regular meeting, with Mrs. Ralph Swatts, program chairman, in charge of the Christ- mas program. Mrs. Swatts introduced Mrs. A. S. Chason, guest speaker, who gave an interesting talk on "Christian Youth and America's Future." Mrs. Nobie Stone was in charge of the music and presented a quar- 1et composed of the Misses Joyce 'Sexton, Jan Wimberly, Betty Otto Anderson and Sara Nell Cleinents,. who sang "Silent Night.' After singing the carol they.hummed, it softly while Miss Barbara Boyles, in an impressive manner, read the Christmas Story from. the Bible. Miss Lenorh Brown then sang "0, Holy Night" and Miss Merita Sut- ton, at the piano, rendered "Leiber- straum."' A .silver offering was taken for the. children's home, after which refreshments were served by tlfe hostesses, Mrs. Roy Gibson, Mrs. B. H. Dickens, Mrs. M. H. Elder, Mrs. Sal Cuchihari and Mrs. P. A. Howell. EXECUTIVE MEETING OF GARDEN CLUB IS HELD An executive meeting of the Port St. Joe Garden Club was held Tues- day evening at the home of the president, Mrs. H. C. Brown, with the following present: Mrs. J. La- mar Miller, vice-president; Mrs. Massey Ward, treasurer; Mrs. G. F. Lawrence, Mrs. H. A. Campbell, Mrs. R. C. Hallman, Mrs. Dan J. Brooks and Mrs. B. W. Eells Jr., committee chairmen. Mrs. E. P. Lapyrouse was ap- pointed secretary at this time, re- placing Mrs. J. R. Smith, who is unable to act in this capacity. 'A committee was also named, com- posed of Mrs. J. L. Sharit, Mrs. G. H. Wimberly and Mrs. J. R. Smith, to look into the matter of planting climbing roses in the city park on Monument Avenue. It was also voted at this time to give a $5 prize for the most attrac- tive outdoor Christmas decorations, the award to be made by four im- partial judges to be named at a-la- ter date. Spring plans were outlined and Mrs. Alto Adams of Tallahassee and Mrs. V. V. Moore of Panama City will be extended invitations to speak before the local club. It was also announced that the St. Joe club has been invited by the Tallahassee Garden Club to at- tend their meeting next week. BUSINESS WOMAN'S CIRCLE ENJOYS UNIQUE PROGRAM The Business Woman's Circle of the Baptist Church met Monday evening for the foreign mission week of prayer program and Lot- tie Moon Christmas offering. The unique program, the theme of Which was "God's Song of Love," was presented-in playlet fashion, with Miss Mildred Watkins in charge. Stirring appeals from the 'Orient, Latin America, the Near East, Africa and Europe, challeng- ing us to open doors of service, were folowed by a chain of pray- ers. The special offering for world- wide missions was generous. Following the program, delicious refreshments of chicken salad and coffee were served by Miss Alma Baggett. Visitor From Tampa Mrs. Rockie Ford of Tampa vis- ited here during the Thanksgiving season with Mrs. D. B. Lay and Mrs. M. P. Tomlinson. Football Queen Crowned At Homecoming Game Homecoming Day of the Port St. Joe high school was observed in a big way Wednesday of last week with the Sharks defeating Blounts- town 88-0 on the gridiron, one of the highest scores run up in the state during the season, ai4d the crowning of the "Football Queen." Crowning of the queen, Memorie Porter, by the' two honorary co- captains of the football squad, Bus- ter Owens aid ,Charles Whitehead, took place at the half an'd was a gay and colorful affair. When Miss Porter, wearing a long white evening cape trimmed in the school colors of purple and gold and having an Elizabethian collar of gold ornamented' with: rhinestones, seated on her royal throne which "rested upon a bright- ly'decorated purple and gold flOat, was taken to the center of the field, forty Pep 'Club members. marched on to the field to form a semicircle around the throne. Freddie Owens, Shark mascot, acting as crown-bearer, proceeded Charles and Buster to the throne. FANCY ENGLISH Walnuts, 1 Ib.--41c Brazil Nuts, 1 lb. 39c FRESH Coconuts, each-15c Social Activities Personals Clubs Churches MYRTICE 0. SMITH, Editor PHONE 51 Potatoes, 10 lb. 41c YORK COOKING Apples, 3 lbs. -29c DELICIOUS Apples, 2 lbs._-33c LAYING MASH-100 lbs._- 467 SCRATCH FEED-100 Ibs._- 2419 20 Pct. DAIRY FEED-100 lbs. $410 JANE PARKER FRUIT CAKE 3 Pounds $2.45 5 Pounds $3.85 Ann Page CATSUP, 14 Oz. --.------- 20c lona CUT BEETS, 2 No. 2 Cns-_ ------27c Ann Page MAYONNAISE, Pint------ 41c lona TOMATOES, 2 No. 2 Cans---- _--29c Ann Page TOMATO SOUP, 3 10-oz. Cans 27c Ann Page GRAPE JAM, 1 Ilb. Jar -- 23c EIGHT O'CLOCK COFFEE 1 Pound Bag 40c 3 Pound Bag $1.15 I7V PORT ST. JOE FLORIDA After Miss Porter was crowned, she was presented by the Pep Club with an arm bouquet of huge yel- low chrysanthemums tied with a purple glass ribbon. The lights were then turned off and fuchia- colored flares were set off by each of the girls in the circle. Brilliant sparklers held by the cheer leaders formed a wheel design on either side, while vari-colored rockets were shot into the air, creating a most vivd scene. HELLO, WORLD! Mr. and Mrs. Thomas S. Colde- wey of this city are the proud par- ents of a daughter, born Saturday. November 2. Father doing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Tucker of Highland View announce the ar- rival of a son, George W. Jr., on Wednesday, December 1. Mr. and Mrs. John -Dallas Weeks of this city announce the birth of a son on Wednesday, 'December 1. (All births occurred .at the Port St. * Joe Municial, H1-bsital) , ,' L , Visit In M'ontgomery . *.Mr-, and Mrs.. Ian iooks 'and children recently, -.isied with Mrs. ,Brooks-parents; Mr. and.Mrs. W. L. Horn, in Montgomery, Ala. They also went to Columbus, Ga., to-at- tend the Ringling Brothers & Bar- num and Bailey Circus. (Additional Society on Page 8) SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4 DOUBLE FEATURE PROGRAM FEATURE NO. 1 -- C ----- Also - NEWS and 'PACEMAKER' * **0 44 @@ -++ WEDNESDAY, DEC. 8 and sa hora Trigger UNDER , AIDN R.S-. -- Plus - MCs "SCREEN SNAPSHOTS" and - FEATURE NO. 2 Chapter 9 of Serial iRolanWters G-Men Never Forget 1-C N THURSDAY and FRIDAY Plus December 9 and 10 Chapter 5 of Serial o angers of the Canadian C cyTECH O Caai nn f MORGAN I N -ck S movuntea rPoce SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5 THE STREET WITH / NCARTOONAMEUSICAL CARTOON and MUSICAL -- Plus - NEWS and "FOOTBALL THRILLS" The Port Theater Is Always Comfortable, In Hot Weather Or In Cold Weather THIS CHRISTMAS GIVE S"BOOKS OF HAPPINESS" (Theatre Coupon Books) Now On Sale At Our Box Office *****ee*****e*****e************* o SFLORIDABANK AT PORT ST. JOE Port Theatre A Martin Theatre Port St. Joe, Fla. * THEATRE OPENS SATURDAYS'- SUNDAYS AT 1:00 P. M. CONTINUOUS PERFORMANCE DAILY AT 2:45 P. M. LAST TIMES FRIDAY MONDAY and TUESDAY 4 sDecember 6 and 7 eMUNN. - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1949 THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA A f OU R i I THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GUL-F COUNTY, FLORIDA Gov. Caldwell Delays Funds On Two Projects Refuses To Release Money Until Warren Takes Office Release of nearly $2,000,000 for a tuberculosis hospital and deaf and blind school construction has been held up by Governor Caldwell for consideration by his successor. With Governor-elect Fuller War- ren sitting beside him at a cabinet meeting last week. the governor in- sisted that no action be taken on the projects until after the office changed hands on January 4. The tuberculosis board, which al- ready has $800,000 of a $2,500,000 legislative appropriation for con- struction of a new sanatorium at Lantana, asked for the rest. The federal government will put up $1,- 200,000. The budget commission also de- clined to release $227,000 from sec- ond priority building funds to con- struct a new library and negro boys' dormitory at the school for deaf and blind at St. Augustine. "There's no argument about the need," said Caldwell, "but we might as well %leave this until after the first of the year." The cabinet au- thorized advertising for contrac- tors' bids with the provision that no contract be awarded until after Warren becomes governor. Warren made no comment on the actions. HUNTERS EXPRESS (Continued from page 1) friends before leaving that could not otherwise have been possible. To our good friend C. F. Hanlon we are deeply grateful for the "life subscription" to The Breeze. Each issue will be like a letter from home and will be one of the main sources of continuous and regular contacts with our friends. We want you to know that we are happy in the knowledge that we have lived with you these many years, that our lives have been so intermingled that our mutual friend- ships are'too great for words to ex- press, that you have been so loyal to us these many, many years is a constant reminder of just how close we have lived with and among you. and for all of this-and a thousand times more-we are grateful and happy. Remember us as your life- time friends and remember, too, that we shall be constantly re- minded of you, day in and day out, so long as we shall live. We hope that you will let us hear from you from time to time. And now to each of you, may God-'s rich- est blessing be yours throughout a long, happy and prosperous life. Most sincerely, LULA and JOE HUNTER. 1216 Franklin Circle. Kalamazob 26, Michigan. CARD OF THANKS We wish to acknowledge the kind expressions of sympathy and lovely floral offerings from our many friends who were so helpful during our recent bereavement in the death and burial of our son, Jim Jr. Our heartfelt gratitude to the or- ganizations and W. P. Comforter for their patriotic services. .. T Jim Daniels F.iiny . $1000 IN CASH PRIZES FREE! TO BE DISTRIBUTED CHRISTMAS EVE BY THE PORT ST. JOE MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION FIRST PRIZE $500 IN CASH SECOND PRIZE $200 IN CASH 2 Prizes of $50 Each 8 Prizes of $25 Each TICKETS AND FULL DETAILS CAN BE OBTAINED ONLY FROM THE MERCHANTS LISTED BELOW: Boyles Dept. Store Brooks Sporting Goods Chavers-Fowhand Furniture Company Costin's Dept. Store Danley Furniture Co. Gulf Hardw.are.& Supply Company McCoy's 5 & 10 Store McCoy's Food Store McCey's Men's Wear Miller's Drug Store J. Lamar Miller Service Station and Bulk Plant Mouchette's Style Shop Quality Grocery Rich's Curb Market Roche's Gulf Investment Company Schneider's Dept. Store Smith's Pharmacy "St. Joe Hardware Co. St. Joe Motor Company St. Joe Supply Co., Inc. Webb's 5c to $5 Store Western Auto Associate Store Young's Food Store No owner, manager or any member of their immediate families of the firms listed above will be eligible to participate in this gift distribution. However, employes of these firms may participate provided they do not use tickets issued by the firm with whom they are employed. .. L kI ES PRE I WARMING UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS!! Take Your Time Shop Early This Year! Solid Color! Solid Value! 100"% Virgin Wool Blankets Full Size 72x84 $6.95 It's a beauty and worth dollars rore Can you beat it for a. gift?.. Those 2 for $15 Dresses al- most made a riot! Some sizes still available. * MAYBE THIS WILL SOLVE YOUR GIFT PROBLEM! TWO In A Gift Package! SNOWY WHITE FOXCROFT SSHEETS .2 for $5.10 . Standard Size 81x99! First Quality Type 128! A special mill shipment for the holidays makes this Action Offer possible. They'll roll out fast! Get on your walking shoes and head for Boyles! EARLY SHOPPERS WILL SAVE AT BOYLESI A COMPANION FEATURE ACTION VALUE! 42x 36 FOXCROFT, PILLOW CASES (Matches Sheet Above) V 2 for $1.10 WRAPPED IN GIFT PACKAGE! YOU CAN'T MISS ON THIS ONE! Get Your Tickets With Each $1.00 Purchase! You May Win $500 December 24! Early Shoppers Are Smart Shoppers. You'll Save, Too There'll Be Plenty of Action On These 70x 80 PLAID PAIRS BLANKETS $3.95 Pair 5% Wool Sateen bound . Weighs nearly 4 pounds. Colors Blue and Rose. Come get 'em! Your Purchase Gift- Wrapped for a "Thank You" At Boyles! Have You Seen These Smart, Practical Sanforized Broadcloth BLOUSES for Misses 32 to 38 $1.95 Boyles finding power has scored again! You'll be amazed! Solid.co.ora white .and. blue Only 19 More Shopping Days 'Til Christmas! Attention, Men,.Women, Boys. and Girls!t., S feeee, wear these VAN HEUSEN WOQOL SPORT SHIRTS $5.95 to $7.50 Solid colors and plaids Deep tones and shallow tones Loud or Soft. They'll answer many of your Gift Problems. Open All Day Wednesdays Until Christmas!. Shop Leisurely At Boyles! The Tattler Public BEPAR Prt I Vol. III hed Weekly By BOYLES TMENT STORE t. Jo*, Florida b Featuring "Tips FroAre Acre. Our Counter'1 To Wise Shopper." Friday, December 3, 1948 No. 17 DEAR SHOPPERS This month "The Tattler" yields to the Christmas Spirit that calls for more ACTION and less words This month will be the biggest and best ever for Boyles Depart- ment Store. Tables, counters and shelves are full of something to make everybody happy at Christmas time the entire store force is full of ChristmasSpirit. We invite you to come in smil- ing and we pledge our very best efforts to kebp you smiling. We urge you to start your shopping early take your time . relax and revel in the style, quality and variety of our gift items. Do not hesitate to call on us for any service you may desire. We shall not be satisfied until we make our contribution towards the best Christmas you ever had. We look forward with pleasure to the opportunity to serve you courtedusly, pleasantly and effici- ently. .Let us have your suggestions, comments, criticisms and compliments. We pledge again our best efforts in making this the most joyful and economical Christmas you've ever had. Yours With the Old Time Christmas Spirit, R. GLENN BOYLES. Phone 252 Port St. Joe, Florida U _ _ ACTION! BOYL aPtIf Ab'i1 I - - CHRISTMAS ACTION! V. LUES! I' FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1948 PAGE THREE I PAGE FOUR THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3,1948 N THE STAR Published Every Friday at 306 Williams Avenue, Port St. Joe, Fla., by The Star Publishing Co. W. S. SMITH, Editor Entered as second-class matter, December 10, 1987, at the Postoffice, Port St. Joe, Fla.,. under Actf of March S, 187. SUBSCRIPTION INVARIABLY PAYABLE IN ADVANCE One Year....... $2.00 Six Months....... 0 .2.9 -. Telephone 51 j]- TO ADVERTISERS-In case of eiror or omissions in adver- tisements, the publishers do not ho'd themselves liable for damage further than amount received or such advertisement. The spoken w-ord is given scant attention; the printed word is thoughtfully weighed. The spoken word barely asserts; the printed .word thoroughly .convinces. The spoken word ts lost; the printed word remains. Our Country Right or Wrong REAL CHRISTMAS JOY As Christmas' approaches each of us would like to feel that we have done something to add to another's happiness at this season. The joy that Christmas normally brings is not complete unless we have that inner satisfaction that comes with knowing we have made a con- tribution to the welfare of others, that we have overlooked no little thing that might make this Christmas a better Christmas. --. *.- Each person may know of some special thing bg aan do to make /Christmas happier for an- other. But, regardless of what we milay do for in- dividuals, there is one thing all'of us can do for everyone in the community, including ourselves. * We can all buy and use Christmas Seals. Christmas Seals have become an American tradition, because they are a symbol of an inm- portant piece of work that has been carried on in this,country for forty-odd years. That work "is the nationwide campaign against tuberculosis inaugurated in 1904 by the Na- tional Tuberculosis Association and continued without interruption by the association and its increasing number of affiliates. One of these af- filiates is the Gulf County Tuberculosis Associa- tion which, in close co-operation with the health department-#s waging an effective battle to eradicate .tuberculosis in Gulf county. The association depends entirely upon the annual sale of Christmas Seals to finance its projects. Those of us who buy and use Christmas Seals will have the satisfaction of knowing, when Christmas Day dawns, that we have made a con- tribution to the welfare of the community in which we live. There's one thing you can say for Commun- ism-life would be simple. There would be no arguments about wages, taxes, profits, food or interest. Only thing you'd have to worry about would be to get enough to eat and sufficient clothing to cover your nakedness. Whenever you need advice just remember that anybody can tell you what you ought to do un- der any given circumstance. 10 YEARS AGO From the Files of The Star Stage Set For Centennial Last-minute activities, keep mem- bers of the Centennial commission and their aides as busy as the pro- verbial one-armed paper hanger with the hives preparing for open- ing of the Centennial Celebration next Wednesday, December 7. The Centennial Auditorium, race track and stables, huts on the trap shoot- ing field, the open-air stage and several booths from which food will be dispensed are ready for service, thus confusing the pessimists who have predicted that nothing would be in readiness for the big affair. During the four-day celebration mu- sic will be provided by. the St." Joe high school band, the band from the Florida State. Hospital at Chat- tahoochee, high school bands from STOCKMEN WARNED Fuller Warren, who is heading for the gover- nor's chair with vigor and determination, has served a timely warning on the livestock owners of the state. The governor-to-be is a West Florida "cracker boy" who knows the language of the country folks who have cattle which stray at large and frequent the highways. Big city politicians, when running for state office, have rarely if ever dared to come out openly for a statewide stock fencing law, but Warren dared to do it, and succeeded. Successful in his race, he now is confident that the next legislature will pass such a law, and that it will be effective before the end of 1949. So Mr. Warren has put stock owners on notice that they had better start putting their cattle and other livestock under fence. By coincidence, a serious automobile accident occurred in Duval county because of a cow within 24 hours after Mr. Warren's warning to stock raisers. Fortunately the driver was not badly hurt. But other cattle have caused fatal accidents, and the sooner they are off the high- ways the better. And when Fuller Warren steps in as governor, the cows will be on the way out.-The Jackson- ville Journal. WE MAY EXPECT FEWER FOREST FIRES While newspapers have been carrying stories of devastating woods fires in California, and the U. S. Forest Service has been making a new and stronger appeal to the states to '"keep America green," Florida experiences a sense of satisfac- tion from the fact that its record of forest fires in the last year has been nearly 90,000 acres under the average for the five preceding years. That the people of Gulf county have become .aware of the need to avert forest destruction is shown by their action in the recent election when they overwhelmingly approved county-wide fire control. They realize that protection against for- est destruction means more than preservation of live timber and raw material. It is protection against loss of wages by the many men em- ployed in the lumber industry and the paper mill, and, of business profits and recreational fa- cilities. PRIVACY IS DESIRABLE Under the present law, the state bureau of vi- tal statistics must give whoever asks for it a com- plete birth record on any individual, which means that the records are open to any busybody who cares to make an .inquiry. And while most inquiries undoubtedly are legitimate, we can be sure that a number of them are from persons of an inquisitive nature seeking to find out some- thing about their neighbors or friends. And so we are heartily in-favor of the proposal by the state bureau-to seek passage of legislation which will keep the idle curious away from birth certificate files, and this should appeal to all who would like to safeguard their own pri- vacy and who have a decent regard for the pri- vacy of others- DeFuniak- Springs, Chipley and Panama City and the colored band from the A. & M. College at Tal- lahassee. A parade with historical, allegorical and commercial floats,_ fireworks each night, .dancing, spe- cial floor shows, speeches, horse racing, band concerts, a football game, carnival and many other in- teresting events should make this one of the most outstanding cele- brations ever held in Northwest Florida in many years. Locomotive Expected To Arrive' A replica of one of the three Baldwin locomotives used on the St. Joseph & Iola Railroad back in 1831-38 is expected, to arrive today from Archer, Fla., where it was constructed in the shops of the Maddox Machine Works from an old drawing. It will be a feature of the Centennial Celebration. Expect To Start New P. 0. Building It is announced bymembers of the building coniittee of the Ma- sonic .lodge that work of moving the present building occupied by the postoffice will begin Monday and that at the same time material for construction of the new postof- fice.building and Masonic hall'will be on the ground. Party Honors Alia Mae Darcey Alla Mae Darcey was honored with: a surprise party Tuesday eve- ning at the home of her parents, .Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Darcey, cele- brating her 17th birthday. Present were the Misses Betty Marks, Dor- othy Crockett,- Kathleen Saunders. Elizabeth Bowman, Myrtle WVhit- aker, Marigene Smith, Betty Dar- cey, Dorothy Bowman, Dorothy Trawick, Elaine Gore and LMlian Chandler, Ausley Stoutamire, Dick Stepp, Winston Jones and Jesse Darcey. Club To Sponsor Cage Team The Port St. Joe Kiwanis Club has voted to sponsor a girls basket- ball team this winter in the Ap- alachicola Valley Conference. Se--nd The St-- to a friei. *"Send The Star to a friefit. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Editor The Star, Port St. Joe, Florida. Dear Sir-We are very happy that the voters of Gulf county saw fit to approve county fire control in connection with the general elec- tion held November 2. We know that a great many citizens worked wholeheartedly to put the vote over and we know that The Star was generous in giving spade. Without the support of the newspapers, it is very doubtful if the result ob- tained could have been had. As a citizens organization work- ing in tlhe interest of state-wide forest protection and management, we want to commend the voters of Gulf county for their progressive action and express our appreciation ..to you and to those citizens who provided the local leadership and made it possible. The association believes that the county referendum approach to state protection will result in ef- fective fire control in the shortest possible time and be the most eco- nomical approach. Again thanking you of the news- paper fraternity for your import- ant contribution to the forestry gains just registered, we are FLORIDA FOREST AND PARK ASSOCIATION. William F. Jacobs, Executive Secretary. One tree can make a million matches-one match can destroy a million trees, . NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR FINAL DISCHARGE OF ADMINISTRATOR ' IN TIlE C lOUNT Y JUI)GE'S COURT, (CL'LF COl XTY, FLORIDA. IN PROBATE. In re: Estate of HORACIXE W. SOLE, -Deceased. Notice is hereby given that I have filed my final returns as administrator of the es- tate, of Horace WV. Soule, deceased; that I have filed my petition for distribution ald for final discharge and that on December 20th, 1948, 1 will apply to tile Honorable J. E. Pridgeon, County Judge of Gulf County for approval of said final returns, for an or- der of distribution and for order of final discharge as administrator of the estate of Horace WI. Soule, deceased. This ltth day of. November 1948 C. L COSTING, CECIL G. COSTIN, Jr. Administrator. Attorney for Administrator. 11-19 12-10 We can remember, not. too long ago, when nearly everybody was looking for work. Now try to get someone to do some work for you! FREE COUNSEL Looking for advice and guidance about your future? The best person to ask for such guidance is one qualified by training and experi- ence to give you the best' informa- tion. You'll find that person in your U. S. Army and U. S. Air Force re- cruiting station. Like all competent executives, this counsellor knows his job. His duties are to guide am- bitious young men to a career with promise-a career in the new Army or Air Force. Learn from this man why the new Army and Air Force offers young men more today than ever before. More security em- ployment for as long as you want it. Visit the U. S. Army and U. S. Air Force Recruiting Station at 210 Harrison rAvenue, Panama City, Fla. Recruiting officer at Postof- fice in Port St. Joe each Thursday and Friday. CHRISTMAS CARDS We have a limited number of select Christmas Cards on order. These are exceptionally fine cards and we are selling them at 24 With Name $3.00 T Imprinted a THE STAR ^"^a kI I S M* j"Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content -" Available from Commercial News Providers" of lots 50x140 feet, approximate size. AH lots face streets or county highway or the Dead Lakes. Price of lots range from $400 down, mostly $325. These lots are sold subject to provision that they are for private camps or residences, and this clause is so stated in all deeds. Property on Dead Lakes is now scarce, and in a few years will not be available except at a pre- mium price. Better buy a place now in this choice subdivision. Terms can be arranged if desired. C. F. HANLON, Owner WEWAHITCHKA, FLORIDA *' FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1948 PAGt FOUR THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA FRIDAY, .DECEMBER 3, 1948 THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUNTY, FLuRIDA PAGE FIVE Poet's Corner Poetry Published Under This Heading At 5 Cents Per Line MY NEIGHBORS AND ME My neighbors and me are just or- dinary folk Who loveto to il and work the soil. Springtime, summer or autumn, We love the beauty of a sunny morning After a shower of rain, A crisp, frosty morning, when the flowers are in bloom, We love seeing them lift their faces in regal splendor Toward the sun. We love the things that are a sym- bol of the living, Producing life, food and scenic beauty for mankind. Some of the things we love most Are the little inconsequential things that make up life, Like Nature's beauty and wonder of fulfillment. Nature in the raw and real My neighbors and me don't have to be a part of Park Avenue, Or have to go strolling down Fifth Avenue For a thrill out of life; Or need we spend our vacation, in the Adirondacks Or on the famous Riviera. We don't idly and wistfully wish for the things that might have been. Just to get up in the morning and. hear a neighbor say: "Come over and see Bell's black calf, "And my brooder of little golden chicks; "Oh,. yes, sure Nellie has a litter of darling pups!. "And what do you know- "Princess has the cutest colt." Oh, yes, these .are the 'simple things in life we're grateful for- The little things to share that make life worthwhile. So you see, my friends of the cos. mopolitan world, Strange as.it may seem, Life can be beautiful . For my neighbors and me. -Mrs. Carl Stevens, White City. Committee Members Named Mrs. Byron W. Eells, chairman of the membership committee of the St. Joe Garden Club, has named Mrs. Walter Johnson as her assist- ant; Mrs. Dan Brooks, chairman of the program and hospitality com- mittee, has named Mrs. B. W. Eells Jr., and Mrs. Tom Mitchell to her committee, and Mrs. R. A. Cooper, temporary publicity chairman, has named Mrs. C. B. Phillips and Mrs. G. F. Lawrence as co-chairmen for publicity. ----------:---- To 4Attend Football Game Miss Virginia' Pridgeon expects to leave tonight for Birmingham for the week-end, to attend the Au- burn-University of Alabama foot- ball game. Spend Thanksgiving Here Mrs: Charles Doyle and Miss' Eva Doyle of Apalachicola were guests on Thanksgiving Day of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Edwards. Trouble with many people is that they worry too much about the sins of mankind and too little about their own. N1 LONGER SHOE WEAR Smart man! Runs a business ... And for comfort, keeps extra pairs of shoes always repaired, shined and "treed up." Never wears the same pair two days running. Makes his shoe dollars go farther. Bring in your older pairs and let us re-new them, giving you extra, doily shoe changes. THE LEADER SHOE SHOP We Doctor Shoes, Heel Them, Attend Their Dyeing and Save Their Soles Annual Scout Dinner Held In Panama City The annual dinner meeting of the Bay-Gulf district committee, Boy Scouts of America, was held last evening at the Dixie Sherman ballroom, Panama City, with sev- eral scout leaders and friends of scouting from this city attending. Roy Beall of Marianna, who has attained much recogniiton as an in- formative and entertaining speaker, gave the principal talk. Col. W. B. Merrill also spoke to the group. The dinner had for its :theme the appreciation due volunteer scout leaders who head up the various units in Gulf and Bay counties. Leaders of the Boy Scout, Cub Scout and senior units and their husbands and wives were recog- nized at the meeting, as were mem- bers of the district committee. -----c---4--- Kiwanians See War Bond Film At the regular meeting of the Ki- wanis Club Wednesday of last week; a treasury department film on the subject of war bonds was shoan by Norris McCollum and A. P. Wakefield. The film, "America's Potentials," proved very interest- ing to the club members. DODGE and PLYMOUTH Day and Night Wrecker Service The Low Down from Willis Swamp Editor The Starr: This here assay ain't gonna touch on eny alibi-not havin' stuck out my nek like you did or havin' posed as a know-all, so I ain't got nothing' to explain 'bout how the other guy won. So I'm goin' to expound about one thing that I seed as good about the recent Big Show. It puts the South out there with a ticket of its own. And frum now on those folks will inebbe step out in frunt and be the drum majer vs. playing' secuind fiddle. In spite of whut a lot of people say, us down-southers is nice folks -we'uns is goin' ahead by leeps and bounds, with factories, schools, etc. Lookin' down on the South as back'ard, pardner, there's the guy who's back'ard-the looker-downer. If I wuz way up in politics, I'd sure edge over there to that idee of the South that the state savvies more about running' its own local affairs than does Uncle Sambo up there far away on the Potomac, dippin' in as a jack-of-all-trades 'cross the land from Boston to Seattle and cross-wise. The main threat hangin' over this here fair U S-A is a misty af- fair to some uv them northerners -it's socialism via big govt.-but ,in the South us people bin used to sniffin' out coon and possum in the middle of the nite, so sniffin' out socialism and treein' same cums easy to us. Back'ard-the South- my eye. Yours with the low down, JO SERRA. America's First Circus First'circus in America was start- ed at Boston in 1720. One lion was the feature attraction. It was not until 1796 that an elephant was added to the circus. It pays to advertise -- try it! (SEAL) By SILAS R. STONE, Attorney for Plaintiff. J. R. HUNTER, Clerk Circuit Court. Bobbie Smith, D. C. 11-1a 12-3 '' es a 0 0 0oe0$4 0 4 o gag oa e e s e e We Now Serve DRAFT BEER S ST. JOE BAR * PHONE 114 PORT ST. JOE, FLA. 0 *,e 0 ; 0 o$&$ 600 e e0 0 0 o *$ o 4& o,4*0#-- 4. 4I I I BEGINNING NOW AND LASTING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS JANUARY 1, 1949 WE LIST FOR YOU SOME MONEY SAVING VALUES! SEAT COVERS TAILOR-MADE It costs less than you think to cover your car with our long-wearing, smart-looking slip covers. . Choice of colors and materials. FIBER MATERIAL COVERS INSTALLED $19.50 to $24.50 PLASTIC MATERIAL COVERS INSTALLED $25.00 to $35.00 We make these covers and guarantee a perfect fit. We have the latest STEWART-WARNER WHEEL BALANCER We do not have to remove wheels to balance. Balance them on your car in a jiffy for $1.00 per wheel plus cost of-weights. We have the latest method in-brake lining machines --THE PERMA-FUSE METHOD. No rivets to scuff and score brake drums. Guaranteed to last double the life of ordinary brakes. They are bonded and .not riveted on. Adjust Caster Adjust Camber Adjust Toe-in Balance Wheels FRONT END SPECIAL S ALL THIS $95 FOR ONLY BRAKE RELINING SPECIAL ALL THIS $10 85 ONLY ..85 Adjust Front Wheel Bearings Adjust Steering Gear Adjust King Pin Inclination Adjust Steering Geometry Reline Brakes Furnish Brake Lining Check All Wheel Cylinders Pack 2 Front Wheels Check Front Wheel Bearings MO TOR TRUNEUP SPECIAL ALL THIS ONLY .U Remove Carburetor and Boil Out Clean and Adjust Spark Plugs Adjust Points Set Timing Check Fan Belt (In Other Words a Complete Tune-up) BODY AND FENDER WORK It's a specialty with us! We have the equipment and experience to do every kind of job, from the smallest dents and scratches to a big wreck. We aim to please. 'Call on us for an estimate. McGOWIN MOTOR COMPANY PORT ST. JOE, FLORIDA Day Telephone 129 Night Telephone .170-W NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS NAME Notice is hereby given that pursuant to( Chapter 20953, Laws of Florida, Acts of 1941, the undersigned persons intend to register with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Gulf County, Florida, four weeks after the first publication of this notice, the fic- titious or trade name under which they will be engaged in business and in which said business is to be carried on, to-wit HOMES ILUMBING, l'ort St Joe, Florida. First publication, November 12 1948. 11-12 JOHN F. HOLMES. 12-3 EDITH F. HOLMES. NOTICE FOR DIVORCE INX GULF COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT, STATE OF FLORIDA-IN CHANCERY.. JAMES 0. LeCROY, Plaintiff, vs. RUTH 11AUDE LeCROY, Defendant.. Nature of suit is Divorce. On Monday, the 13th (lay of December, A. D. 1948, the defendant, Ruthi Maude LeCroy, is required to appear to the- bill filed against her herein. This order to be published once each weekly for four consecutive weeks in The Star, is newspaper published in said Gulf County, Florida. Witness my hand and seal this 4tli day of November 1948. Y FRIDAY,.DECEMBER 3, 1M4 THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUNTY, FLvRIfVA PAGE FIVE SXE S E L N LF Y E It pays to advertise try it! Clean it Out The readyy Way For-reak performance and ef- ficiency the cooling system of you're need this protection from over-heating, rapid we.arof cylinder walls, loss of .compression. We are experts in the use of the new, scientific Brady cleaning method - guaranteed satisfactory! ? SEE CHARLEY at St. Joe Motor Co. Phone 37 PORT ST. JOE, FLORIDA Home From Louisiana Charles J. Stevens and son. Chas. .1. Jr.. returned home Thursday of last week from Thibedeoux, La., af- ter attending the funeral of Mr. Stevens' sister-in-law, Mrs. Clay Stevens Wednesday morning. --- -K----- Here For Thanksgiving Mr. and Mrs. John Lane and daughter, Laura Beth, of Atlanta. were guests here over the Thanks- giving holiday of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Lane and Mrs. Verna Smith. t- It Pays To Advertise Try it. ' I * Q CD 64 A _ 0 CD) 0 2 2 CDnj -I 0 *n -I CD CD-s aCD LI St. Joe Electric Shop SERVICE REPAIR CONTRACTING Phone 377 Costin Building PORT ST. JOE, FLA. SPECIAL! DDT AROSOL BOMBS $1.19 S GULF TRAFFIC TIRES 6:00 x 16 $11.45 Plus Tax 0 GULF SERVICE STATION AUBREY R. TOMLINSON, Prop. * Yes, Internationals are heavy- duty track champs. For 16 years - note 16 years!- more new heavy-duty Internationals have been bought by American com- merce and industry than any other make of truck. The rea- son? Proved performsvcef That means econoiny, dependability and long, trouble-free service. Four-wheelers. Six-wheelers. A size and type for every heavy- duty job. And every truck spe- cialized, expertly. M. G. LEWIS & SONS GARAGE MONUMENT AVENUE PORT ST. JOE, FLA. i E ' A Home For Holiday Vacation Tom Owens Jr., freshman at the University of Florida, Gainesville, spent the Thanksgiving vacation here with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Owens. - Wrin Home For Thanksgiving Miss Hazel Burnett, a student at Florida State University, Tallahas- see, spent the Thanksgiving vaca- tion here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Barke. Survey Shows State School Enrollment Steadily Climbing Further Estimated There Will Be More Than a 5% Increase Next Two Years Florida school enrollment has in- creased almost 58,000 in the last 12 years. According to a 12-year en- rollment study made by the state department of education, Florida's school enrollment increased from 388,760 in 1936-37, the start of the 12-year period,, to a new high of 446,672 in 1947-48. The increase has been "gradual and erratic" according to the state school department, hitting a low spot in 1938-39 and then a high of 404,446 in 1940-41. But at the height of the war years total enrollment dropped again to 389,676. It picked up in 1945-46 with 415,757 students attending state schools, and "is still climbing." And school people estimate an increase of more than 5% for each of the next two years, bringing en- rollment to a new high of half a million students in 1949-50. Although higher enrollment is indicated in all grades, the biggest increase is in the second grade, with close to 8000 more children in school last year than in 1936. This is due to the "retardation'rate," or the number of children who could not get promoted from grade one to two, being cut in half in the last 12 years. Other big increases show in sec- ondary school grades nine to 12. In these grades almost 24,000 more students are enrolled than were in 1936. This is due to more students staying in school to complete their formal 12-year school courses. Smallest increase over the 12- year period was in the first grade with only 615 more children en- rolled than in 1936. From 58,825 in 1936-37, first grade enrollment dropped to 52,037 in. 1939-40 and then increased steadily to the new high of 59,440 last year. --^---^-----** :- Stiff Penalty for Trespassing On Lands That Are 'Posted' Florida's hunting season is in full swing again and those who dis- regard posted signs and trespass upon private property might do well to know what it may cost to trespass if you are caught and con- victed. Here's the state law on this sub- ject: Chapter 19074, House Bill No. 526, Section 3: Any person convicted of going upon and over the land of an- other, where such land is enclosed and posted as herein provided, shall be guilty of a trespass and, upon conviction thereof, shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500, or imprisonment not to exceed two months, or both such fine and im- prisonment in the discretion of the court. What a GOES INTO A PRESCRIPTION? T HB inredists your doctor order, of eurse; but.also there go the scientific nmowl- *dge d sill of experience -of or expert pharmaciste. That's why you may bra preseptionu I with efde*nce. Have your prescription com- pounded by a Graduate Phar- macist of an accredited School of Pharmacy JOHN ROBERT SMITH Pharmaceutical Chemist We Fill Any Doctor's Prescription PHONE 5 PORT ST. JOE This Gulf Tire can stand up to rough roads and take real punish- ment. Here's why: The Gulf Tire has a consider- obiy stronger carcass. It's built with a new type cord and has more cord per inch in every ply. Then vulcanizing welds all plies together. They work as a unit to resist bruises. And they're inter- locked around high-tensile steel wire beads. * Less chance of blowouts and carcass failures with this tire because a double breaker strip cushions shocks. * The tire lasts longer-wears more evenly, edge to edge, for its flatter tread design spreads the wear over a wider contact area. * The 7 zigzag ribs of the Gulf Tire fight skids. Their flex- wiping action breaks up water film on wet roads. * The 7 ribs mean there's a "riding bar" down the center of the tire. Right at the point ,of greatest pressure, the load rides on rubber, not on a groove! * At high speeds, the tire runs cooler (and safer) because of a special ingredient in the, rubber. s Sidewall shields protect tire against curbstone bruises. * Warranty accompanies every Gulf Tire-is honored by Gulf Dealers everywhere! *ST. JOE MOTOR COMPANY PHONE 37 PORT ST. JOE, FLORIDA ', I ~4cda~ss~d~ra~r~Lak~a~4wLs~ THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1948 PAGE SIX APALACHICOLA ROOF NG AND S' .REPAIR COMPANY Fred Anthony, Mgr. APALACHICOLA, FLA. Cold Weather Is Coming Time To Re-roof WE GUARANTEE FIVE YEARS ON WORKMANSHIP AND TEN YEARS ON MATERIAL tWimico uLodge OPERATED BY MR. AND MRS. 'KID' DEAN -- -- SPECIALIZES IN ----- SEA FOODS STEAKS CHICKEN DINNERS Accommodations for Fishing Parties Whiskey Beer Wine Dancing If you drive on Rough Roads- READ THIS ABOUT THE GREAT GULF TIRE .FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1948 THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUNTY, FLURTDA PAGE FIVE iSOLDS YOUR FIRESTONE RADIO (E g A eGFTL VeZe 79.75 GIVE "The Wellington" TABLE MODEL RADIO PHONOGRAPH Compact. Smart styling. Fine radio automatic record changer. See Our Complete Radio Line Styled For '49 Start 'em Out Young with a 17-Key PLASTIC PIANO S A beautiful plastic reproduction of, a modern Baby Grand. Actually 2 plays sharps and fiats. ACTION PLUS! CLIMBING TANK Looks like the real ones, Climbs all over shooting sparks. Revolving turret. She Sets a Full Table 18-Piece I PLASTIC CRYSTAL SET 1,00 Two each of cups and sau 1 ~cers, sandwich plates, bread and butter plates, knives, P- forks and spoons. Covered teapot, creamer and sugal bowl. Shiny plastic. Little Mothers Will Love This TOY ELECTRIC STOVE WITH UTENSILS 4.95 Actually heats, so small chefs can have fun pretending to cook and bake. Aluminum with shiny white e namel finish. on4 42.95 ,GIVE BROTHER this Tirestone BICYCLE Here's a real beauty! It's streamlined has a kickstand chain guard and big balloon tires. Just One of Mady Beautiful Bicycles... Roys and Girls TARGET GAME WITH DARTS 1.00 Hit the clown! Has gun and three darts with Safe rubber cups on end. Pro. vides hours of fun. 4 Mechanical thriller LINCOLN " TUNNEL *o98 - ShB cars and buses run. around slotted track. Strong wind-un motor- IT'S TRUE! Unbreakable Children's Phonograph Records 1.00 (pkg. of 3) Just the thing for the chil- dren. Plenty of entertain. ment value. rhey'li Make Up Their O n Ba:nd 4-Piece SWING BAND SET 298 A clever musical toy made up of violin, blackwood bow, melody bells, metal banjo, cardboard pick and wooden baton. STAKE TRUCK Twenty Books of things to do _oD 'IX OF FUN BOOKS 100 Twenty books of things t( do. Paint books, donim> the-dots books. etc. All-steel with sparklin'. enamel,finish. Colorful pos. ter on sides. It's a beauty -20 Inches long. r SINGLE HOLSTER SET 1.98 Ae'll love this one. olstei with belt and repeater type pistol that shoots caps. The Tourist 3-Way- PORTABLE 29.95 RADIO . Plays oh AC-DC house cur. rent or batteries. Feather. weight. Brown plastic. Firestone Home & Auto S apply Store The Cameo TABLE RADIO 19.95 Smart white 1 7. plastic. This beautiful midget features automatic volume control and built-in loop antenna. B W. EELLS, Owner Port St. Joe, Fla. - General Mills Tru-Heaf ELECTRIC IRON 12.50 Does the job quicker and better. The back is tapered so you can iron in any direction. Can't overheat. Bests on its side. TH91LI JUNIOR% 4-1, WMA 'Jun aa T-HE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, GULF COUlNTY, FLvRiVA PAGE FIVE iFRI DAY,.DECEMBER 3, 1948 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1948 TIP STAR. PORT ST. JOE. GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA PAGE EIGHT ADDITIONAL SOCIETY FIRST PROGRAM OF WEEK OF PRAYER IS OBSERVED The first program of the week of prayer for foreign missions was ob- served at the Baptist Church Mon- day afternoon by the W. M. U. Circle Two, with Mrs. H. G. Har- vey in charge, opened the meeting w.i t h all singing "Jesus Shall Reign." The theme, "The People That Walked In Darkness Have Seen a Great Light," was developed with the following talks: "Christ- mas Day In Japan," Mrs. W. I. Cardin; 'It Began In the Orient," Mrs. C. G. Costin; "What the Lot- tie Moon Christmas Offering Has Meant to the Orient," Mrs. Fred Maddox; "People Darkness Light," Mrs. E. R, DuBose; "Crowding Out the Christ-Child," Mrs. C. W. En- finger and Mrs. W. J. Daughtry. Each talk was concluded with a prayer. The concluding season of prayer will be observed today, beginning at 2 p. m., with Circles, One, Three and Four in charge, it was an- nounced during the short business session. The meeting was dismissed with prayer by Rev. L. J. Keels. FOR SALE OUTBOARD MOTOR-10 h.p. Mer- cury motor; Holland plywood boat and trailer. See H. S. Lilius, phone 162 or 173. 12-3tf BABY BED with new mattress, for $15. Mrs. E. V. Knight, Highland View. 12-10* LOST AND FOUND LOST Pair gold-rimmed child's glasses in tan case bearing name of Dr. Newberry. Return to The Star office. 12-3tf FOR RENT FOR RENT-Furnished house avail- able Jan. 1, 1949. See Mrs. Gladys MVlcCoy at McCoy's 5 & 10c Store. HOUSE-Furnished three-bedroom house for rent. Phone 84. 12tf FOR APARTMENTS See The Shirey Apartments. tf WANTED TO BUY PIANO Upright piano in good condition wanted by the Com- munity House at White City. Call iMrs. G. S. Croxton, phone Canal 2W SALESMEN WANTED WANTED AT ONCE-Man to suc- ceed D. C. Ellis for Rawleigh Business in Gulf County. 1500 fam- ilies. Products sold 25 years. Real opportunity for worker. Experience preferred but not necessary. Near- boy Dealer Addison making sales of ,over $100 weekly. Write Rawleigh's Dept. FAK-101-2'4S, Memphis. Ten- nessee. 11-26 12-10 ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH Rev. Lee Graham, Pastor Second Sunday in Advent 7:30 a. m.-Holy communion. 9:45 a. m.-Sunday school. 11:00 a. m.-Holy communion. Monday, Dec. 6-Day branch of Womens Auxiliary meets at 3:30 p. m. in the parish house. Tuesday, Dec. 7-Night branch of Women's Auxiliary meets at 8 p. m. in the parish house. JUNIOR R. A.'S MEET The- regular meeting of the Ju- nior R. A. was held Monday after- noon at the Baptist Church. The meeting was opened by all joining in prayer and repeating the allegi- ance. A letter from Luther Cardin to the boys was read and discussed after which missionary stories were enjoyed. The meeting was closed with- prayer by Jimmy Costin. f t Returns From Visit In North Mrs. James Greer returned last week from a three-months' visit in Steelton, Pa., with her daughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Zim- merman. When lightning strikes a tree, its heat turns moisture in the wood to steam, and the tree actually ex- plodes. 4 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Beautiful Waterfront Lot for sale south of new Methodist Church. Only $1200. Three Bedroom House on Mc- Clellan Avenue, only $6000. Nice neighborhood. Near school. FRANK & DOT'S AGENCY Registered Real Estate Broker 211 Reid Avenue Phone 61 SPECIAL SERVICES FOR LONG DISTANCE MOVING Call 94 or see Chris Martin, lo- cal agent for VanHorn Transfer & Storage Co. Complete estimates. Prompt, courteous and efficient service. 1l-12tf For COMPLETE WEATHERSTRIP- PING and Insulation Service see R. M. S-pillers. Phone 83. P. 0. Box 683, Port St. Joe. 12-24* I LODGE NOTICES SAMARITAN LODGE NO. 40, I-.0. 0. F.-Meets first and third Wed- nesdays at 8 p. m. in Masonic hall. All members urged to attend; visit- ing brethren invited. James Greer N. G.; W. C. Forehand, Secretary. MELODY REBEKAH LODGE NO. 22, 1. 0. 0. F.-Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 8 p. m. in Masonic hall. Visitors invited. Eliza Lawson, N. G.; Pauline Owens, Secretary. MASONIC TEMPLE F & A M- Port St. Joe Lodge 111. Regular ,~, meetings 2nd and 4th Fril- ,\.- days each month, 8:00 p. mnl. -, Members urged to attend; visiting brothers welcome. Fennon Talley, W. M.; G. C. Adkins, Sec. Plumbi GENERAL PLUMBING SERVI SEWER CLEANING and REPAIR SG.W. BRODNAX PHONES 268 OR 11 Title Insurance Real Estate Loans ABSTRACTS OF TITLE TOMLINSON ABSTRACT COMPANY, Inc. Telephone 364 Agent: Title & Trust Company of Florida MEET YOUR FRIENDS. AT- LeHARDY'S BAR 1 COMPLETE SERVICE WE HANDLE ALL TYPES OF INSURANCE s t We recommend fire Insurance because its easy to start a fir* ucesv BUCK ALEXANDER BROWNIE NOTES YOUNG WOMEN'S AUXILIARY WNIE NOTES IN LOTTIE MOON MEETING The Young Women's Auxiliary of The Brownies went for a hike to the First Baptist Church met Mon- the sandhills Wednesday of last day evening at the home of Mrs. week. They walked for a long time, Ralph Nance for a special Lottie stopped to eat and play games, and Moon meeting. After the devotional then returned home. The group met last Friday, and after playing a number of games, all went in the back of the meeting house where some new Brownies received their pins. The regular meeting followed, after which we were dismissed. Dorothy Allen, Scribe. R. A. M. NAMES OFFICERS FOR ENSUING YEAR At the regular meeting of St. Joseph's Chapter 56, Royal Arch Masons, the following officers were elected to serve for the ensuing year: Fennon Talley, high priest; B. E. Parker, king; Jim Harris, scribe; Jimmy Greer, treasurer, H. R. Maige, secretary; Gene Holley, principal sojourner; J. L. Wilson, captain of the Royal Arch; Glenn Grimsley, captain of the host; J. R. White, master of the third veil; Bob Shaw, master of the second veil; Buck Norton, master of the first veil; Arthur Lupton, sentinel. by Miss Edwina Howell, Mrs. Nance led the group in prayer. Miss Katherine Jones was in charge of the program, which was on "The World and the Song." In- teresting reports were given by the members on various countries. Miss Irene Wilder, vice-president, presided at the business meeting during which. old and new business was discussed and a report on the progress of each committee given by the respective -chairmen. 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