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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1957-05-16, Page 11Peewee Baseball To Start Saturday The first game of the Kin Pee- wee Baseball League will be, this Saturday afternoon at 1.30 p.re„ in Clinton Community Park. Twig teams have been picked from the players who handed in their registration certificate and a third is expected to be•formed in the very near future. social evening that included a chicken dinner and a dance brought the Clinton Mixed Bowl- ing League to a successful close on Saturday night. Trophies and prize money was presented to top bowlers for the season and to the teams who took awards;• Nearly 40 persons were in' attendance at the dinner meeting which was presided over by league' president Bert Harris. ' An elebtion followed the pre- sentations with HoWie Grealis be- ing named president and Bert Clubs. Complete Sweep To Bowling Trophy Clubs came all the way from seventhh place at the end of the regular schedule to take the Milt and Mabel Trophy, emblematic of the league championship of the 'Clinton Mixed Bowling, League. It was a glorious finish for the underrated Clubs. They grabbed the first game of the finals from Cleaners and forced them to come from behind on two occasions be- fore taking the fifth and deciding game of the series by 50 points. Scores by games were 1,130-1,024, 907-1,129, 1,068-894, 1,171-1,176, 1,090-1,039. Members of the winning team are: Earl Mero, captain; Jim Arm, strong, Clarence Freeman, Larene Cox, Len Fawcett, Don Ellwood and Asa Deeves. Cleaners line- up is: Bert Harris, Bert Gliddon, Marj. Carter, Gerry Harris, Beul- ah Wench, Dick Carter, Murray Johnston. Top bowlers in the heals. were Earl Mere, 1,121e, Jim Armstrong, 1,103; Bert Harris, 1,094; Murray Johnston, 1,086; Mad. Carter, 1,045 and Bert Gliddon, 1,000, SUNSET DRIVE-IN THEATRE 11/4 Miles East of Ooderich — On Highway 8 — THURSDAY and FRIDAY May 16 and 17 "THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS" John Ireland, Dorothy Malone CARTOON - - COMEDY SATURDAY and MONDAY May 18 and 20 "THE WAY OF A • GAIJCHO" • Richard Boone, „Gene Tierney COMEDY - - CARTOON MIDNIGHT SHOW SUNDAY, MAY 19th Box /Office Opens 12.01 "GOLDTOWN GHOST RIDERS" Gene Autry ALSO "The Creature With The Atom Brain" Richard Denning, Michael Granger TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY May 21 and •22 "WITH A SONG IN' MY HEART" Susan Hayward, Rory Calhoun COMEDY - CARTOON BOX OFFICE OPENS 8.00 P.M. Pint Show At Dusk Two Shows north Night Children under 12 in• cars MEE Playground — Refreshments Baseball Future Bright All departments of the Clinton Colts baseball .executive are func- tioning in fine style. 'This -was-the impression given when all reports were heard at the meeting held on Monday night at the home of Wil- liam Craig. Vice-president Doug Thorndike reported that as advertising chair- man he had ordered the posters. printed for every game of the sea- son. The raffle and season's tickets are all going well according to secretary-treasurer Doug Walton, Anyone who has not already made their purchase are asked to Con- tact any player or member of the executive. Plans were made to improve the playing field as well as to retrieve the bleachers that have strayed to other sections of the park. A fence will 'be erected to enclose the outfield. Every member of the executive is highly optimistic for the com- ing season. There has' been a large BRAND ,NEW Fuel Pumps $2.85 Most Standard Cars Do It Yourself, and Save or We will install your purchase at a reasonable service charge. We carry a Complete Line of Parts and AccessOries at LOW, LOW PRICES INSTALL A NEW MUFFLE. 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Clinton lereneh NO, 140 'Of the 'Canadian Legion will' be honoured this Saturday when it Is host to the first province-wide table ten- nis tournament to be staged by the Provincial Command. of the Legion, Hear Elston Cardiff AND OTHERS Progressive, Conservative Radio and TV Broadcasts CKNX-TV — CHANNEL 8 Tuesday, May 28 — 6.25 to 6.30 p.m. Tueiday, June 4 — 6.20 to 6.30, p.m. CKNX' RADIO — Dial 920 Monday, May 20 — 1.20 to 1.30 p.m. Tuesday, May 28 — 1.20 to 1.30. p.m. Tuesday, June .4 — 12.15 to 12.20 p.m. Friday, June 7 — 9.50 to 10.00 p.m. Published By Authority Of Progressive Conservative Association, Federal Constituency Of Huron DON'T FORGET YOUR EXTRA ,SUPPLY DAK FILM S FOR THE LONG WEEKEND - AHEAD. We .carry a Complete Line of, Films and Asseccories , with oaty-does-it Kodak ',palpation, 1' IT'S NEW — NEW - - NEW REXALL TOOTH PASTE 'With the New Taste and Fluorinated Reg. 59e—SPECIAL SALE-2 tubes 87c It's Guaranteed--If you don't like the taste---Return for full Refund. W. C. Newcombe Chemist and Druggist PHONE HU. 2-951 'I, . CLINTON NATURE gives Orange KI IT it's natural flavor! The sun drenched orange groves of southern climes produce the sweet, juicy Valencia oranges that make Orange KIST so delicious. Picked at their sun-ripened best, they're hand- led with loving care through all the various manufacturing processes. That authentic orange goodness makes Orange KIST the favourite orange drink with Canadians everywhere. „Try it soon — you'll love it. Progressive Conservative Committee Room For ELSTON CARDIFF CANDIDATE FOR HURON Opens Today in the former W. C. Newcombe Drug Store Near Main Intersection, Clinton CLINTON PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION 20.1) Know Natio Ram ONTARIO TRAVEL 739 Parliament Slugs. Toronto :Send pa literature to 'flame Asltddress fast Office Ontario Department of Travel & Publicity Hon. Bryan L. Cathcart, Minister After three strenuous playoff rounds the "Clubs" smile happily after receiving their trophies• as champions of the Clinton Mixed Bowling League. Larene Cox holds the Milt • It Was A Bard Figlxtm—But We Won! Quilting was' completed on a quilt to be sent to the Mohawk Institute, which is headed by the Rev. Zimmermann. The WA is indebted to Robert Campbell for donating remnants of wool suit- ings, which were made into blocks for this warm substantial quilt. A splendid complete Dorcas bale was on display at this meet- ing, The president warmly com- mented the efforts of the Dorcas committee, headed' by Mrs. Alvin Dtutot and which• also includes Mrs. Deeves and Mrs. B. McCul- lough. A successful plant sale was held during, the afternooh, which netted $5.55. The president announced that our only available 'baking sale date in Bayfield was Saturday, July 27. This was agreed upon. Mrs. Arnold Miller gave a hump orous reading entitled: "Stubbles from the Farm" and Mrs. Ray Wise favored with a timely read- ing "What is' a IN/tether?" Mrs. Middleton closed the meet- ing with prayer after which a. bounteous lunch was enjoyed. SS 4 Community Club The last meeting of the SS' No. 4 Community Club was held at the home of Mrs. Robin E. Thompe son with a good attendance. The president, Mts. M. Jones, was in charge. Donations will be Sent to the Crippled Children's Fund and the Cancer Fund, Plans were. made for an ice-cream social be be held in the near future. A quilt Was quilted, and lunch was served by the hostess assisted 'by Mrs, if, Howard and Mrs. R. MdCartney. The next meeting will be held ,at the home of Mrs. Milton Lobb. (Toe late for last neek) .Mrs, Fred. Middleton, NUS, Bert Ilowden, Mrs, Arnold, Miler Mee. 0. Cole and Mrs. Stewar't Middle- ton attended the 70th annual meeting of Huron Diocesati WA, held recently in Landan. Dinner and Danc'e Strikes Out Local Bowling Season Great Slave lake in the North- west Territories today supports the largest combined whitefish and lake trout fishery in the wor- ld. The. following are the teams: Lion*: Melvin Crich, Doug 1Vee- Pherson, Borden McRae, 'Larry Pickett; Stuart Westie, Wayne pujpee, Brian Lavis, Roly Ste • Ken SMith, Jimmy Edward, Kei Ashton, David McRae, Don Free- man, Laurie Colquhoure Robert C. Lee, Billy Barnes, Ken' John- eton. 'Wildcats: BruceCooper, Philip McLennan, Bill Trevenan Bobby Thompson, Doug Macaulay, Elwin Kingswell, Harry Curninings, . Liverhapre, Bradley DOA; Deng Mair, Bile Strong,' John Cooper, Livermore,m Bayne Boyes, John McLennan, William D. Park- er, Kenny Clark, Greg. Brandon.', and continuing througheput the summer menthe, 'services an •St. James' Church, Middleton, will be held at 9.30 a.m., with Sunday School, immediately following. Baptisms The ministration of the Public Baptism of Infants' was performed by the rector, the Rev. J, B. Harrison, in St. James Church Middleton, on Sunday last. In- fants receiving this sacrament were .Brenda Lois, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wise; Drew Randolph, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Middleton and Paul Wilfred, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Mid- dleton. WA Meeting Mrs. Keith Miller was. hostess for the May meeting of the Wo- men's Auxiliary of St. James' Church, Middleton, when 18 mem, hers' and four visitors were pres, ent. Mrs. Fred Middleton presided, opening the meeting with the singing of the hymn "This is my Father's World," Mrs. Edward Wise was at the piano. Then fol- lowed a special prayer of dedica- tion of the Dorcas bale and the members' prayer and the Lord's prayer. Mrs. Gordon Rathwell read the minutes and the roll call was- answered by a verse on beauty. Mrs. Donald Middleton gave the treasurer's report. Mrs. John Grigg reported for the card com- mittee. Mrs. Gordon Steepe read from Galatians 6: 1-10. At least seven branches will be represented with entries from To- 'ronte, Hanover, Hamilton, Grinise Woodbridge, Campbellforti and Clinton, The tournament will begin at two o'clock and the public is wel- -come to attend, Trophies -have been donated by- e. brewing firm to be awarded to the singles 'and doubles winners, Doug Thorndike, district sports .officer, is hi charge of the tour- moment. ONTARIO' Bears looking into. for the whole family il)on Epps) Well, the Pike and Pickerel Season is underway tinge again. The easiest way to recognize it is to notice the cars going through town loaded down with camping gear, fishing poles, suitcases, etc. Every fisherman at this time of year seems to develop a fever that no doctor can diagnose (quite a few doctors have the same ail- ment). Put a fishing pole into their hand and point them north and you Will never see a healthier specimen, They all want to go to those far eway lakes that look bluer, or is it fishier, Of course there is always the, poor unfortunate . . , the fellow who never seems tb catch any fish . the only 'bites he ever ..gets are from mosvitoes. For him I have selected a poem that I think 'he will enjoy, it will pos, sibly, to a small 'extent, put his mind at ease, Here it is . . ANY LUCK TODAY You've asked, "Hi brother! Any buck today?" As you pull from shore and you're on your way. You've trolled the lake without a strike Of either bass 'or perch or pike, You've 'east the cove and lily pad— And still no strike was there, by gad! You then still fish, but all in vain! With all your work what did you gain? When you return Say: "Any luck, brother?" "No not today!" But ah, my friend, don't talk that way You've had the best of luek. today! Lucky to -be in the great outdoors, SaniPling the wares of Nature's stores, You've 'had the air, the sun, the breeze, The song of 'birds from shoreline trees. If we all got fish, much to our sorrow There would be no fun left for tomorrow. turnout at every practice and it is felt that a good team, can :tae formed. The schedule was drawn up last Thursday with. Clinton's. first home game set for Mar :27 against Hensall, Jack SCRUTON. YOUR Cities Service .002) Distributor Phone HU 2-9653. Budget Plan Available At No Extra Cost 0 "The Home of Good Clean Fuels" S and Mabel Trophy, emblematic of league sup- remacy, From left to right are: Earl Mere, captain; Larene Cox, Donald Pelwoocl, Jim Armstrong, Len Fawcett and Asa Deevee. (News-Record Photo) Harris as vice-president. A meet- ing will be arranged in the near feeLure between the executive and team captains to, draw up a set of rules,, for the league. The rules to be' effective next season., It is hoped that in, this way to elimin- ate many; of the controversies that arise during the playing of the games. !Ply Winners, Milt ,antl Mabel Trin#ty to Earl Mero captain of the Championship High single, Howie Grealis, Mrs. ponajd -Smith;, high triple, Br lee akOquillOugh, Mrs: Narold Gibes (Pings; high average,Terry cni- )3orrow, Mrs. AL Tay; highest increase in average, Charles Wil- sOn, Mrs. Harold Black. Top team at end of sehedule, Stars, $2.00; team defeated in playoff finals, Cleaners, $2.00; high team triple, Dabbers, $1.00. Per- fect attendance, L e n. Fawcett, Harold Gibbings, Mrs. Harold Gib- bings, Verna Reid, Murray John- ston. 0 News of Goderkh Township Filh and G. tr. Club News someone will Nobody should go short of fruit this year, ,for there is the best blossom ever seen. A drive out to see them is worth while. Mr. and. Mrs. Robert Rathwell and Mr. and Mrs, Robert Stirling, spent two or three days the end of the week with friends in Mich- igan. 'Commencing Sunday, May 19, to -reftesh yoq ia:sae:a