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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1944-05-25, Page 3THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, MAY 25, 19« and lotsJncli, Way Services Handicraft Shop Sunday Musicale S.F.T.S. evening, Hall Jis* Low Flying- Aircraft Synthetic Room Gleanings from No. 9 Service Flying Training School, Centralia, Ontario Any person observing an aircraft flying excessively low over the town of Exeter, or in fact anywhere in this part of the province, is request­ ed to take the “number” of the air­ craft and phone this information together with the ’‘time" of the occurrence, to the Commanding Officer, No. 9 S.F.T.S., Centralia. One of the most interesting visits recently was to the Synthetic Room which is located in Hanger No. 3, where Sgt. Joe (Brass Band) Swartz very kindly obliged by explaining the many details. The intricate working parts of aircraft motors, fuel, electrical and lubricating systems; operation of undercarriage and brakes, as well as a complete cockpit with its maze of instrument's, levers, buttons and lights—all are working in plain view because each moveable part has a cut-away section where the action may be observed, painted in red. In this room, the pilot sees by practical application, just what hap- • pens when he turns knobs, pushes buttons and levers—and to those very necessary men who service the ship to keep them in the air, they too, can see what goes on in the inside when a motor is “turning- over” smoothly. Much, credit is due those men of this station, who with painstaking­ care have performed the task of preparing and setting up this fine exhibition, for we know that the value of this type of teaching is beyond comparison. Ev. Inch Sports Activities are hav- Monday a large first workout at 6.30 p.m. and is expected. Sgt. Carl Far- had the W.D. softball team five practices already—and The Sports Store of No. 9 is real­ ly beginning to look like something these days as a large quantity of summer sports equipment been received. The Station softball team ing their evening tuijnout rell has out for it’s going to take a good team to beat them. In Volleyball, the Sr. NCO’s team will meet Hanger No. 5 for the station championship this com­ ing Tuesday at 7,00 p.m., and it promises to be a real lively game. The University lads who are training here under the U.A.T.C. ■gave the Officers a trimming here last Tuesday when they defeated them at basketball to the tune of 18-15. The situation was reversed on Monday night when the Officers took the game 15-13. The boys from Western and Queens play good, scientific basketball—and we expect many more good games here before they leave. Sgt. Wright W. P.S.—No. 9 is so proud of the Hockey Pennant that is here, that notice is hereby served that the> are going aftei- the Command Soft- ball Pennant, too. Ed. Note: Good luck—1 hear the girls are planning to bring home the W.D. Pennant, also. FLASH: Work has commenced on the Station swimming pool, so should be swimming in weeks time. Better write the bathing suits now. about home we six for What Is It? querelous that have In answer to the many “What is it” questions been heard—by way of explanation we advise that the metal tower be­ ing constructed beside the Ground Instruction School building is to be used as a familiarization parachute jump. The operation of the unit will be that the person jumping will leave the 44 foot tower in a parachute harness which is attached to a 100 foot cable leading down to a 6 foot tower. The sensation of descent, guided by the cable, will be Very similar to that of an actual para­ chute jump, thus familiarizing the individual With that sensation. One tower is already completed— so if you heat1 someone walking around through what^h e and whistling the air . . means, “He floats we’ll know Editor. Waiter—Who told you the soup “was spoiled? Customer—A little swallow! A hive of industry was the Craft Shop in the W.D.’s Recreational Centre on Thursday night. Before 1900’ hours the workers began to gather and at 2200 hours they were still busy, Altogether about 30 en­ thusiastic hobbyists spent some time at their craft, and glove-making proved the most popular pastime of the evening. Several workers cut out patterns and then their gloves. A few glove-makers who had al­ ready begun making their gloves brought them in and problems that had arisen were solved. Much in­ terest was shown in several pairs of slippers which were cut from beautiful cream sheep shearling. The leather was unusually thick and luxurious and the carefully made slippers will be finer than can be purchased in any store. A few smaller articles were be­ gun—An alligator baggage tag most attractive, and two of girls planned to make leather metic cases similar to those by a popualr cosmetic manufacturer. Some lovely blue grained morocco leather is available for this pose. Many interested spectators ped in to see the work being Among these were Fl/O McLeod, Sr. W.D. Officer. It is still difficult to obtain lea­ ther and our supply is limited. For this reason many would-be workers are not able to obtain material. An earnest effort is being made to dis­ tribute as equally as possible what leather we have. Acordial invitation is extended to all interested to spend- Thursday evenings in the Craft Shop. If you have already begun work any questions about it, either to the “Y” office Craft Shop on Thursday If you would like to learn the fas­ cinating art of leather craft, along and we will help you. Beth was the cos- sola pur- drop- done. and have bring it or to the evenings. come Hall. I from 6th Victory Loan NO. 9 DID IT AGAIN ! ! In response to the appeal our government to' get behind the 6th Victory Loan with their dol­ lars—the presonnel of this station over-subscribed their objective of $133,000 by more than $22,000. The grand total which was over $155,00 0 represents considerable effort on the part of the hard work­ ing committee under the secretary­ ship of FO. T. Reffell—and they in turn are appreciative of your cooperation and support. You now have a stake in Canada’s future—keep it by hoarding those, bonds—you won’t regret it. Editor. i Customer: “My goodness, eggs are high!” T. P. Jones: “Sure, part of the war program.” Customer “How?” T. P. Jones:: “All the hens are making shells.” Music lovers at No. 9 spent an enjoyable Sunday May 14, in the Recreation tening to a program of recordings. The opening selection was the beautiful aria “Care Nome” from the second act of Guiseppi Verdi’s opera “Rigoletto”, and it was sung) bv Lily Pons, This most exacting of coloraturo arias calls for extraor­ dinary skill on the part of the per­ former and Lily Pons did justice to it. A contrasting vocal selection was Feodor Chaliapin's rendition of the Russian folk song, “Dark Eyes.” He was accompanied by the Aristoff Choir and the Balalaika Orchestra.- This song is an example of the folk music of Russia with which we are best acquainted, slow and mournful with sudden outbursts of wild gaiety. Bedrich Smetana was the com- poser of the next selection heard. This was the overture to his comic opera, “The Bartered Bride,” and it was played by the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra conducted by Eugene Ormandy. The opera sparkles with Bohemian folk atmosphere and its overture expresses the tempo and mood of the opera’s music. The major work of the evening was Mozart’s concerto in E Flat for two pianos and orchestra. The recordings were made by Jose Iturbi and his sister Ampara with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. Another opera overture heard was the overture to Mignon by Ambroise Thomas .Boston Arthur overture of the grace and delicacy of the French school of operatic music. *Tho melody is first heard in a, harp cadenza, it is taken up by the violins and the overture concludes in a burst of gaiety. One of the world’s best loved suites is the Nutcracker Suite by Peter Ilyrich Tschaikowsky. This recording was made by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Eugene Goossens, the eminent British con­ ductor, led the orchestra. This de­ lightful ballet music bears much repition and was predated. The concluding evening’s program bert’s beautiful “. was played by the famous violinist William Primrose with Joseph Kahn at the piano, and proved a fitting­ climax to the evening’s entertain­ ment. To these relaxing and pleasant Sunday evenings are invited all mem­ bers of the station. It is an oppor­ tunity to hear good music played by good musicians. Anyone interest­ ed in acting as commentator for the evening, please drop into the “Y” office. Also su.ggestgions of records that could be used are welcome. Beth Hall. which was played by the “Pons” Orchestra with Fiedler conducting. This is an outstanding example thoroughly ap- selection on th® i was Franz Schu- 'Ave Maria.” This No. 9 Pipe Band Loan Kiltie WOODHAM S.S. Anniversary Services at Woodham United Church Large congregations listened to inspiring and interesting messages from Rev. Robt. Hicks, B.A. of Lon­ don. The weather was ideal for the 75th Sunday School anniversary of Participating in Victory Parades and Services, the Pipe Band of this station have had a very busy week. Leaving Centralia Monday, May Woodham United Church which was Sth, they paraded in iGuelph at this ’ ‘ - - -- ceremony of the changing of Com­ manding Officers, when Group Cap­ tain Williams Was replaced in his post there by Wing Commander Roberts. Many fine comments were received on the splendid perform­ ances of this band. Tuesday, May 9th, at the Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, before an audience of 20,000 persons includ­ ing the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall Leggie, Gracie Fields anti other stars, their presentation of Strath Spey and Reel received a tremendous ovation, On Wednesd; participated in Norwich and Tavistock led serve Army troops. Their rendition of Strath Spey and Reel there, also, was appreciatively received. HO. E. D. Herbertson, O i/c sta­ tion bands gave unstinting praise to Sgt, Carroll, Drum Majorette LAW. Hotte, and to each member of the Pipe Band for their splendid performances in each of the parades, Personnel of Nd, 9 are proud of the job which their Pipe Band are doing---not only their smart appear­ ance on parades, but also for the publicity they bring to the station, and the many friends which tliej acquire-—so keep up the good work, Ev, Inch. i.y, May 10, the band parades in Ingersoll, Woodstock, and at a parade of the Re observed here last Sunday, May 21st, with Rev. Robt. Hicks, B.A. of Lon­ don, as the guest speaker for1 both services. Eight hundred registered and listened attentively to his stir­ ring messages. Special music contributed at both services by Sunday School scholars under direction of the choir leader, Ray Mills with Miss Jean Stephens at the piano. The S.S. choir num­ bered close to 70 members. The front of the Church was beautifully decorated with a profu­ sion of spring flowers. Four, hundred and fifty letters of invitations and a white bow of rib­ bon were sent to former adherents of this Church. Many were the let­ ters that were received with thanks and wishing they had been able to attend this event. During the eve­ ning service, two children received the rite of baptism. They were Marian Margaret Thomson, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. John W. Thomson, and Clare Douglas, son. of Mr. and Mrs, Gladwin Hooper, During the afternoon from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., a social time Was held to meet former members when most of the basement chairs were filled, and all who attended received a hup of tea and a piece of the birthday cake, Mrs. Alonzo Mills and Mrs. Copeland Sr. poured tea from the prettily decorated table. was the the Mr. to prepare the land for sowing and fertilizing for thinning the beets for hoeing and weeding LABOUR LABOUR LABOUR LABOUR LABOUR for harvesting and topping LABOUR for loading and carting IN SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO THERE IS WORK, ON BEETS ALONE, FOR 1,000 FIELD WORKERS ■> Without them, only a small fraction of Ontario's potential beet sugar yield will be produced. 300 men —prisoners of war —are promised for this district, under an agreement between the Dominion Government and the Government of Ontario. If all of these were skilled sugar beet workers, they would still provide only a small part of the labour urgently needed. (It is to be expected that hardly any of these 300 will be experienced at the work.) To Help Farmers Who Have Contracted to Grow Sugar Beets AT LEAST 600 EXPERIENCED SUGAR BEET WORKERS ARE URGENTLY REQUIRED Many other farmers, eager and willing to grow beets for sugar production, on a total of 5,000 to 10,000 acres, have held back from signing contracts until they know they can get the indispensable labour. (Their production of beets would mean up to 25,000,000 lbs. more sugar for Canada's needs.) The sugar beet situation in the West is such that the poorest crop on record is to be expected —and it is too late for anything to be done to help out there. TIME Is Slipping Away IS Sugar is short now. It will be much scarcer later on; but regrets then at failure to help Western Ontario farmers with labour will be unavailing. WHAT IS NEEDED NOW - AT ONCE - IS PROMPT ACTION OF ONTARIO SUGAR BEETS AS POSSIBLE TO MAKE POSSIBLE THE GROWING OF AS MANY TONS The resulting production of many more tons of beet sugar will help to meet the shortage which, while severe even now, will be most acute later on. Give our fertile soil, our hard-working farmers, our industrious sugar workers the chance to produce this vital commodity that is in universal demand. CANADA AND DOMINION SUGAR COMPANY, LIMITED CHATHAM, ONTARIO During the afternoon social hour many of the letters were read, some from England sent by airmail, and Vancouver and other distant places, which were very interesting*. Visitors were present from Toronto, Windsor, Brantford, Galt, London, Washing- ton, Hensail, Centralia, Parkhill, Lucan, Hamilton, Exeter, Granton, St. Marys, Maidstone, Littlewood. Thames Hoad, Kirkton, Whalen, Zion Bast and Zion West and other smaller towns. The first Sunday School iu Wodham 75 years ago was held in a log church on the farm now occupied by Fred Doupe, brick building was erected on the present site a year later. In 1906 it was pulled down and the pres­ ent fine church but in its place. The late EY.ra Fear was the first minis­ ter. Among those who have served in that capacity who are living to- do.y are: Rev. David Moyer, now 90 years of age, of Hamilton; Rev. P E. James, Wilkinson, Chatham; mont, and A. Laing, who has served the Wood­ ham circuit for the past seven years. of Maidstone; Rev, T. of Lawrence Station, near Rev, L. Bartlett, of Bel* the present pastor, Rev Had Another Bad Hight? Couldn’t You Get Any Rest ? Th those who toss, night after night, on sleepless beds, To those who sleep in a kind of a way, but Whose rest is broken by bad dreams and nightmare. 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