P*ARM YILLE has made steady, substantial industrial growth during the past twelve years. Interesting statistics gather ed by the Herald in an editorial of-March 19-11 point to the fact which too often is overlooked. In 1921, from records and estimates we find 252 employees in industrial work with an annual payroll of $112,699. In 19-11, says the editorial, eleven industries employed 925 with an annual payroll of $575,000. In 1952, ten firms employed 797 with an an nual payroll of $1,626,600. These figures are approximate and are used only to show the trend. Manufactured products include shoes, building materials or millwork. pack ing boxes, garments, dairy products, and printing and laundry services. No addition al industry has been established in Farm ville during the past twelve-year period, however a steady growth and development are indicated in those well established. Another important observation is the diver sied nature of the local industries. One or more additional manufacturing plants would complement the present plants and attract additional local labor, thereby furnishing additional payroll for the trade channels. Industry is attracted to locations best suited for its particular operation. Trans portation. water supply, availability of a suitable site and employees, either trained or callable of training, are major considera tions. Many other factors enter into the

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