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July 14, 1940

Fire Chief John B. Kennedy, long considered the power behind the throne in Augusta politics, was unanimously proposed a candidate for mayor of Augusta in the next municipal election at the meeting of the Civil Service commission last night.

The proposal was brought by Colonel R.L. "Dick" Chambers, veteran member of the commission whose views have been often opposed by the other members of the body.

Chief Kennedy, shortly after being notified of the action of the commission, told The Chronicle that he had no statement to make "until I hear more from my friends."

Activities and entertainment events scheduled for this week include:

TODAY

ORIGAMI WORKSHOP: The Girl Scouts, Central Savannah River Council, will hold an origami and greeting card workshop from 10 a.m. to noon at Morningside Baptist Church, 1825 Kissingbower Road. Learn to make decorations by folding, stamping, cutting and gluing paper. The free workshop is open to all girls. Parents must accompany their children throughout the workshop. For more information, call 774-0505.

FRENCH CELEBRATION: The Georgia French Women's Club will hold a Bastille Day celebration at noon at Augustino's, An Italian Eatery, 2 10th St. Enjoy fellowship and food with people of French descent. Reservations required. For more information, call 860-8778.

THURSDAY

FAMILY DISCOVERY SERIES: The Phinizy Swamp Nature Park will hold a Family Discovery Series seminar on butterflies at 6 p.m. at the park, off Doug Barnard Parkway near Augusta Regional Airport. Horticulturist Jennie Addie will lead the seminar. The cost is $3 for members, $5 for nonmembers. Reservations are not necessary. For more information, call 828-2109.

TOPPING HOT DOGS

According to a poll by the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, most Americans list mustard as their favorite hot dog topping. But youngsters prefer ketchup, and folks from the Deep South prefer chili, thank you very much.

THINK RED

Watermelon, pink grapefruit and tomatoes contain lycopene, which helps reduce prostate cancer. Red berries, kidney beans and red apples contain anthocyanins, which help control high blood pressure. Source: National Cancer Institute