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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1936-05-07, Page 1ft “Single Copies Five Cents STOLEN GOODS LOCATED HERE Loot Taken from Lucknow Store Partially Recovered Rathwell and Reed’s store of Luck­ now was entered on Friday night or early Saturday morning and about .$125 worth of men’s, and women’s hose and a quantity of shoes were stolen. Provincial, County and Town police who investigated recovered a quantity of the stolen articles. Some •of the alleged stolen goods were lo­ cated in a deserted house near Zet­ land and more was found in a private home here. The car which the thieves used for the get away was a Willis Knight • and was taken from Ripley on Fri­ day night and was found Saturday on the 4th line of Turnberry in front of .John Balfours by conjunction with county police. It this car was used tickets off the stolen goods were found in the car. Robberies also took place over the r-‘ydeek end at Mitchell, Lucan and Seb- •^fjjiigville. The robbers at Mitchell were successful in getting away with about $500 from the Whyte Packing -Co. The losses in the other cases were small. our local police in provincial and is a certainty that for the robbery as SCHEDULE FOR FOOTBALL GAMES Games Will Commence May 15th At a meeting of the Huron Football League, held at Seaforth Friday night the following schedule was. drawn up. The local clubs was represented by Herb. Mitchell, L. Roach, H. Simmons and J. Bowman. Schedule 15— Wingham vs. Ethel. 16— Atwood vs. Brussels. 18—Walton vs. Moncreif. 21— Ethel vs. Walton. 22— Brussels vs. Wingham. 23— Moncrief vs. Atwood. 25— Atwood vs. Ethel. 26— Wingham vs. Moncrief. 27— Walton vs. Brussels. 27—Walton vs. Brussels. 29— Ethel vs. Wingham. 30— Brussels vs. Atwood. 1—Moncrief vs. Walton. 4— Atwood vs. Moncrief. 5— Walton vs. Ethel. 6— Wingham vs. Brussels. 9—Moncrief vs. Atwood. 9—Atwoods vs. Walton. 10—Ethel vs. Brussels. 12— Walton vs. Wingham. 13— Moncrief vs. Ethel. 15—Wingham vs. Atwood. 15—Brussels vs. Walton. 22—Wingham vs. Walton. 27—Ethel vs. Moncrief. 29—Atwood vs. Walton. 1—Ethel vs. Atwood. 3—Moncrief vs. Wingham. —Atwood vs. Wingham to be ^Tanged. All local games will commence at 6.30 and will be played in the Town Park . May June July Underwent Operation We are pleased to report that Mrs. (Rev.) J. F. Anderson, who under­ went an operation in St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, on Wednesday morning last week is making a sat­ isfactory recovery. GEORGIAN BAY HYDRO RATES CUT Interim Schedule Reduced for Nearly All Municipalities. * Wingham Rate $52.50 was $56.00 The Hydro-Electric Power Com­ mission of Ontario has announced a material reduction in the interim rate for power supplied to practically all the municipalities on the Georgian Bay system of which Wingbaih is a INSTITUTE HELD ANNUAL MEETING Mrs. George Orvis Was Elected President. Mrs. W. S. Hall Won Institute Quilt The annual meeting of the Wing­ ham Branch of the Women’s Insti­ tute was held in the Council Chamb­ ers on Thursday afternoon, Miss Margaret Anderson, the president, occupied the chair, when the reports of the various committees were given for last year. These reports showed that the Institute had enjoyed a most successful year, much useful work having been carried on. The election of officers was held with Mrs. J. E. Fells in the chair, who also installed the following of­ ficers who were elected for the ensu­ ing year: Hon. Pres.—Miss Margaret Ander­ son. President—Mrs. George Orvis. 1st Vice Pres.—Mrs. W. J. Hend­ erson. 2nd Vice Pres.—Mrs. George Day. Secretary—Mrs. Richard Clegg. Treasurer—Mrs. W. H. Fraser. District Director—Mrs, W. Adair. Branch. Directors—Mrs. Geo. Wil­ son, Mrs. Thomas Bower, Miss Beatrice Graham. Flower Committee—lyfrs. R. A. Coutts and Mrs. James Robin­ son. Property Committee—Mrs. Clark­ son Martin. Peace Committee—Mrs. Bower. Press Secretary—Mrs. J. E. Fells, // i With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 7th, 1936 LIBERAL WOME;N HAD SOCIAL TIME Blyth Women’s Liberal Club Were Guests of Local Women Liberals. in The Women’s Liberal Club of Wingham held a meeting in the Council Chambers on Thursday even­ ing, April 30th, 1936. Between forty and fifty members of the Blyth or­ ganization were their guests for the evening. Mrs. W. J. Henderson was the chair. The program opened in the usual way with a verse of “O Can­ ada”. Miss Woodcock, of Blyth, brought geetings from that club and a report of their winter activities. The following very enjoyable pro­ gram was given by the visitors of the evening: Men’s Quartette; Sousa- phone, Mr. G. Kechnie; Reading, Miss G. Fawcett; Duet, Miss Somers and Miss Isabel Cummings; Reading, Miss Woodcock; Humorous Song, Mr. J. Dodds; Sousaphone Solo, Mr. nie; Duet, Mrs. Shaw, Mrs. mings; Reading, Miss Fawcett; us, all the ladies. After the program the ladies Wingham Club served refreshments from a supper table gay with daffodils and yellow candles. Kech- Cum- Chor- of the LOCAL AND PERSONAL Shirley Temple “The Littlest Reb­ el” at LyceumJTheatre thjs week- I /^'^4r7"Murray, of the*"University of5 Thomas Toronto, is home for the summer^ *’^M‘fr'‘ancl'™Mrsr''A. M. Bishop were Hamilton visitors over the week.*4nd!.11CD3 Ulcll y —— 1V± L 3. J* X’CllS. ^ULcUilULUll VlSlLUln UVCl LUU Auditors—Mrs. George Wilson and ^MTsT^R. H. Sa Hit 'spent Tuesday Mrs. Jennie Currie. Following the election of officers the lucky ticket for the Institute Quilt was drawn. Mrs. W. Stanley Hall was the lucky winner. Fashion Five—The best $5.00 Ox­ ford for Young Men. See them at Greer’s Shoe Store. Called to Peterboro Rev. F. W. Craik, who is complet­ ing his fifth year at Victoria Street United Church, Goderich, has receiv­ ed a call from St. James United Church, Peterboro. New Mechanic at Hanna Garage Mr. Henry Justason of Kitcheneif has been engaged to take charge of the mechanical and repair department at the J. W. Hanna Automobile Sales. Mr. Justason is an expert on all makes of cars as well as the Ford and Mr. Hanna is very pleased that he was able to engage a man who has had such an experience on all makes, of cars. I I Successful Cribbage and Euchre A very pleasant evening was spent at the Cribbage and Euchre held un­ der the auspices of the Maitland Lea­ gue team on Friday evening. Eighteen tables enjoyed the play, 14 cribbage and four euchre. The winners were: Cribbage: Ladies, 1st, Miss Runa Wil­ kinson, 2nd, Mrs. W. Broome; Gen­ tlemen, 1st, Mr. J. Evans, 2nd, Mry E. R. Harrison; Euchre, 1st, Mrs. G. Tervit, 2nd, Mr. G. Tervlt. \ Tried to Enter Bushfield Home About 1.15 a.m. Tuesday the peace­ ful slumbers of Mr. J. W. Bushfield were disturbed when an attempt was made by some unknown person to force entry into his house. They first tried to enter by the front door but being unsuccessful, tried to force the back door. Mr. Bushfield on hearing the disturbance, went downstairs but when he turned on lights the would*) be robbers made off. The police were notified and are investigating. County Meeting of Horticultural Societies A meeting of all Horticultural Soc­ ieties in Huron County is to be held in the Board Room of the Agricul­ tural Office, Clinton, on Wednesday and Wednesday of last week at God­ erich. Canvas Running Shoes — Child 55c, Boys’ 89c,( Men’s 98c. Greer’s Shoe Mrs. Frances Day, of Detroit, vis- 'ited last week with Mr. and Mrs. R/ H. Lloyd. • Mrs. Mary Grieve, of Avonton., is visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Donald Rae. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gowans return­ ed home on Friday, having spent the winter in Florida. Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Smith and fam­ ily, of Toronto, visited with Mr. and Mr,s. T. J. McLean. _ ____ __ / Mr. and Mrs. Bert Jones, oPUalr-s fornia, were recent guests of Mr. and/ Mrs. W. H. French. ,/•' ” Miss Mary Orvis has accepted a position on the local staff of the Bell Telephone Company. Miss Helen Groves, of Toronto, visited at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Groves. _ ... . , /’"’’Mrr'St'ewart ’Scott, who has been at Lorraine, Northern Ontario, for the winter, has returned home.„_. '-■Miss Agnes* Johnston, of Toronto, was a week-end visitor with her cous- in,U3r-. Connell and Mrs. Connell. ""•Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Walker and family were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Baker, of Galt. MisS Claribel Clow is in Cass City, Mich., attending the funeral of her sister,., the late Mrs. Bruce Brown-,_ ‘"'’’Mr. and Mrs. A., Miller, of Carling^ ford, were Sunday visitors at the. Home of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Rae.,» ""“S'lToe Repairing—We do shoe re­ pairing in the best possible manner —Lowest prices—Greer’s Shoe "Store. Oliver S. Fells and Cecil Cruick- shanks, of London, visited over the week-end at the former’s home here. Mrs. George Luckurst of Winnipeg has been visiting with Mrs. A. T. Ford and her sister, Mrs. Howard Sher- bondy. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Currie and son, Jack, of Islington, spent the week­ end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Isard. Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Merkley, also Mr. and Mrs. Harry Husband, were Week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Merkley. Dr. Scholl’s Foot Specialist will be, at Greer’s Shoe Store Thursday, May 7th ,all day. Come in and get rid ofBay system of which Witighaih is part.evening, May 13th at 8.00 p.m. sharp.your foot troubles. The following are the ra tes of a This is the first County meeting of Mr, Alton Adams of the University ffiw of the municipalities in this dis-this nature to be arranged for and of Toronto is spending the summer trict:it is 'hoped that all officers, and as holidays with his parents, Capt. and * Present New many members as possible, of the dif-Mrs, W. J. Adams. Rate Rate ferent Horticultural Societies will be Mrs, Ellen McPherson and daugh- Wingham ............... $56.00 $52.50 in attendance, The two speakers are ter, Miss Yvonne, Who have spent Arthur................72.00 67.50 Mr. John F. Clark and Mrs. J. A.several months in Toronto, have re- Chesley ............■■■-37.00 35.50 Carroll. Mr. Clark is well known to turned to their home here. Durham 43.00 40.50 most Horticulturists, and Mr. Carroll Mr. Ralph Saint spent Sunday with Hanover ....... ......33.00 32.00 is director of the Agricultural and his cousins, iti Dungannon and God- ■ J£incardine ..... .50.00 46.50 Horticultural Societies Branch, in erich, .accompanied by his sisters, MfRicknow 60.00 53.50 Toronto. This meeting should pro-Misses Betty and Kathleen. Mildmay ............54.00 48.50 vide a real opportunity for the dis-Mr. Wm. Davidson, who has been Neustadt 70.00 67.50 cussion of various problems, and all ill for the past two months, was tak- Ripley 76.00 70.00 parties interested in horticulture are en to the Wingham General Hospital Tceswater ..... 57.00 52.50 cordially invited to attend this meet-on Sunday •evening. We wish him a Walkerton 36.00 34.60 ing.speedy recovery. Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year MRS. W. J. GREER AGAIN HEADS HURON W.M.S. Annual Meeting Held in Clinton -------, Attendance Very Large, Church was Crowded The Tenth Annual meeting of the Huron Presbyterial of the W. M. S. of the United Church of Canada convened in Ontario street church, Clinton, where the first gathering was held ten years ago, on Tuesday last week. There was a good atten­ dance, although the morning was very wet. Mrs. W. J. Greer of Wingham, pre­ sident, presided, and made the open­ ing prayer. Mrs. J. Cumming, Wal­ ton, read the scripture lesson. Mrs. Wilson, Wingham, led in prayer dur­ ing the devotional period in the morn­ ing as they did at tile first meeting ten years ago. In the1 afternoon Mrs. George Shipley, Clinton, and Mrs. W. H. Willis of Wingham, did likewise, they having performed a like service at the gathering ten years ago. One minute of silence ed in memory of the George and the national sung. Mrs. F. G. Farrill of Street church gave the welcome, in.which she Miss Sybil Courtice, who was brought up in the church and who had been so many years a representative of the W.M.S. in Japan. Mrs. McKenzie of Egmondville responded very appro­ priately. (Continued on Page Two) was observ- late King anthem was the - Ontario address of referred to FOOTBALL CLUBS ELECTS OFFICERS Well Attended Meeting Heidi Thurs­ day Night The Wingham Football Club which has entered a team in the Huron Foot­ ball league held an enthusiastic meet­ ing on Thursday night, when officers for the ensuing year yvere elected as follows— Hon. President, Mayor J. W. Han­ na. President, T. H. Gibson, 1st Vice-Pres.,- Howard Machan, 2nd Vice-Pres., A. J. Northrop. 3rd Vice-Pres., W. Stanley Hall. Secretary, Earl Wilds. Treasurer, Reg. Douglas. Manager, C. R. Wilkinson. Don’t miss Shirley Temple at Lyceum Theatre. ■ the Brussels Man Win Awards W. FI. D. Vernon of Brussels won two awards at Queen’s University, the Reuben Wells Leonard fellowship and the medal in philosophy. Broke Ankle Miss Irene Mellor had the misfor­ tune on Friday evening last to frac­ ture her right ankle and also tear some ligaments of her right limb. The accident happened as she was walking down the Union- hill on Victoria St. The injured member was placed in a cast by Dr. Crawford and it will be some six weeks before it can be re­ moved. DOLLAR DAYS ARE HERE ONCE MORE Big Selling Event Thursday, Friday and Saturday this Week Shop with the Stores that Display the $ Day Pennants This week end Thursday, Friday and Saturday the merchants of Wing­ ham are holding a Big Selling Event, Triple Dollar Days. All roads lead to Wingham, for these three big days, where the most thrifty shopper can find quality mer­ chandise at prices that compare favor­ ably with any centre in Ontario. Dollar Days have always been a success in Wingham and the reason is obvious. Wingham is the finest shopping centre that Otte could wish for. The stores arc large, stocked with up-to- the-minute merchandise and the ser­ vice is always courterous. No better selection can be had, regardless of what you require, Be sure and, visit Wingham on Triple Dollar Days, For better values shop with the stores that display the Yellow Dollar Day pennants with the red lettering, but by alt means be sure to Wingham during these sale days, Thursday, Friday and Saturday this week, Visit BISHOP SHERMAN SPOKE AT CLINTON Rev. E, L. Roberts, R.D., Was Chain­ man. Two meetings of outstanding im­ portance were held in St. Paul’s An­ glican Church, Clinton, on Wednes­ day’’ afternoon and evening last week at which Rt. Rev. Bishop Sherman of Saskatchewan was the special speak­ er, his subject being “The Condition of the Church in the Western Prov­ inces.” The Deanery of Huron was well represented at both sessions, ev­ ery parish having sent delegates. Rev. E. L. Robert, of Wingham, rural dean of Huron, occupied the chair and min­ isters from every parish were present. Bishop Sherman is one of six West­ ern Canada Bishops who are address­ ing meetings in the various Ontario deaneries in which the condition and needs of the churches throughout the prairie and coast provinces are being stressed. HOSPITAL VISITING DAY IS MAY 12th Cordial Invitation Extended to All Tuesday, May 12, is observed throughout the world as National hos­ pital day, and, in accordance with this plan, Wingham hospital gives a spe­ cial invitation to everyone to call and see through the hospital either in the afternoon or evening of that day. Of special interest to visitors will be the room which has recently been re-de- corated and furnished by the Order of the Eastern Star of Wingham, and which will be ready for inspection. The Women’s Hospital Auxiliary will serve refreshments, and. it is hoped that many citizens of the town and district will avail themselves of this opportunity to visit the hospital. Remember the day, Tuesday, May 12. Scampers—The ideal shoe for Boys and Girls. 99c to $1.29. Greer’s Shoe Store. Gospel Meetings Come out and. hear these Gospel messages. Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the word of God. 3.00 p.m. Message from the Epistle to the Ephesians. 8.10 p.m. Hell and who is going there? Rev. 21:8. Orange Hall, No Collection, George Lowey. Fractured Arm On Friday morning Mr. Frank Mooney had an unfortunate accident when he was going down the Cellar steps at his home. The steps gave way throwing him on the cellar floor and fracturing his right arm at the wrist. He also was cut about the arm. Dr. Stewart reduced the frac­ ture and lje is progressing favorably. Notice to Girls and Young Ladies Will any girl wishing to join the well-dressed, and properly groomed class, sponsored by the Women’s In­ stitute, kindly call at the home of Mrs. Clarkson Martin, Francis Street, on Monday afternoon, May 11th so that arrangements for holding this may be completed at once. All girls from 12 years up to 26 years elegible. An Early Dip Two boys, impatient for summer weather, and a dip in the Maitland, created quite a stir and some amuse­ ment when they opened the swimming season on Saturday afternoon at the C.P.R. bridge. They dove in bravely but were quick to scramble out again as they found the water a bit chilly as yet. Two Accidents at Lloyd’s We regret to report that Charlie Lloyd lost the first two fingers of his right hand at the Lloyd Factory on Monday afternoon. He was operat­ ing a shaper at the time of the acci­ dent. While working on Saturday Tom Graham had his finger crushed but we are happy to state that the accident was not serious, although he Will loose his finger nail. Italians Entered Addis Ababa Tuesday morning at 9.00 a.m. advance guard, of thc.Italian army tered Addis Ababa, thus the objective of the Italian army has been reached. Emperor Haile Selassie and his fam­ ily sought shelter in French Somali­ land over the week-end and after their flight the natives went wild, pil­ laging and killing many foreigners. It is reported that twenty-one foreign­ ers were slain. Emperor Haile Sel­ assie left by a British boat for Pales­ tine. the en- ASSESSOR HANDED ROLL TO COUNCIL Court of Revision Will Meet, May 26 Colored Lights’ Again to Decorate Main Street The regular meeting of the Town Council was held in the council cham­ bers on Monday evening with Reeve F. L. Davidson in the chair. All members were present except Mayor Hanna, who was in Detroit on business. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Assessor W, H. Haney presented the 1936 assessment roll. He report­ ed that the assessment for this year totals $1,850,194, which is $7200 less than last year. This reduction in as­ sessment was caused by the follow­ ing, $5000 in income now looked af­ ter by the Ontario Government; $1500 on property that now belongs to the town which was assessed last year and $1000 less in business assessment. The population is 2115 as compared with 1987 for last year. There were 18 deaths last year and 16 births. The number of dogs owned in town is 77. The clerk read a letter from Mrs. George Spotton acknowledging the floral tribute sent by council at the time of the death of her late hus­ band. A letter was received from Hon. M. Dwyer, Minister of Mines for Nova Scotia, thanking the -Mayor and council for their telegram of congra­ tulations to the miners in the success­ ful rescue of Dr. Robertson and Al­ fred Scadding. A communication was read from the Supertest Corporation stating that they would shortly wreck the build­ ing on the corner of Scott and Jose­ phine Streets and leave this property in reasonably good condition. A resolution which was passed, by the Town Council of Clinton was read to council. It suggested that more Canadian coal be used to lessen un- emplopment and give the railways more haulage, also that freight rates on coal be reduced. This letter was filed. A letter was read from the Wing­ ham Construction Company request­ ing that they be allowed to complete the work on the south end of Jose­ phine Street. As this road has been taken over by the Province it was moved by Councillors Thomsom and VanWyck that Mr. McLean be ad­ vised to see the district engineer at Stratford regarding this Carried. The clerk read a letter Dore, regarding taxes on on Diagonal road. The finance committee number of accounts properly certi­ fied and recommended payment. Moved by Councillors Crawford and Lloyd that the report of the finance committe be adopted.—Carried. Councillor Crawford reported that the insurance on the town hall is paid up to October. He suggested that an appraisal of the building be secured before that time, so that council could decide as to the amount of in­ surance to be placed. He also stated that all town employees are insured by hte Workmen’s Compensation Board except the firemen who are covered by an insurance policy. Councillor Heterington reporting for the Property committee stated that the picket fence between the park and the U.F.O. property was in bad shape and that the committee were erecting a wire fence to replace it. This would cost about $35.00 The U. P.O. pay half the cost. He also re­ ported that the steps at the rear of (Continued on Page Four) matter. from Mrs. a property reported a Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Thompson, Listowel, Ont., announce the engage­ ment of their only daughter, Harriet Louise, to Mr. Robert Scott Hether­ ington, of Wingham, Ont, Mrs. Hetherington and the late Mr. Isaac Hetherington, of Goderich, Ont., the marriage to take quietly in May. son of place Held Perfect Cribbage Hand On Thursday when Orville kirk and Fred Bennett were engaged in a cribbage duel at the barber shop, Orville held a 29 hand. In his hand, he had, jack of diamonds, five of hearts, five of clubs and the five of spades, and the five of diamonds turn­ ed up. This is the largest count pos­ sible in cribbage and, we believe, has only been held twice here before. Bill Brown and Harvey Shane were the other two kicky players. Hab STUDENTS DID WELL AT WATERLOO Girls and Boys Made Good Showing: at Waterloo College, Invitation Games In for the The Wingham High School was re­ presented at the second annual Water­ loo College Invitation Games. Evelyn. Carter won the 1st heat in the 109 yards event and Daisy Holmes tied, for second place in the heat in which, she contended for the 100 yards, th§ final 100 yards the girls tied fourth place. In the heats of the 220 yards girls both qualified, Daisy Holmes, winning the heat, in which she was entered. In the final 220 yards they place fourth and fifth, Douglas Waram won the 100 yards heat and won third place in the final. He won third place in the 12 lb. shot put. In the 220 yards final Douglas Waram won first place, winning over Roy Class the provincial 220 yard, champion. In the final relay the Wingham team of George Carr, Earl Lough,. Harry Posliff and Douglas Waram won second place. These results are very pleasing as 216 competitors from Guelph, Preston, Durham, Paris, Mitchell, Elmira, Georgetown, Hanover, Meaford, Mil­ ton, Rockwood, Owen Sound, Kit­ chener, Waterloo, Ingersoll, Brant­ ford, Listowel, Fergus and Galt com­ peted. PRESBYTERIAN SUM­ MER SCHOOL DATES Dates for summer schools at David Perrie Memorial Camp at Kintail, conducted by the Synod and London of the Church have been set, ■ The boys’ camp will opening on July 2nd and continuing for a week, with Rev. W. A. Young-, of Hensail, and Rev. A. R. Gibson, of Mitchell, in charge. The Young People’s summer school will continue from July 9 to 16th, with Rev. C. H. MacDonald, of Lucknow, in charge, and the season will con­ clude with the girls’ camp, from July 16th to 23rd, with Mrs. Arthur Leg­ gett, of Molesworth, in charge of the camp. — of Hamilton. Presbyterian. be the first O’Donnell Hanged Harry O’Donnell, 26-year-old serv­ ice station attendant,, was hanged at Don Jail, Toronto, Tuesday morning for the murder of Ruth Taylor in a Gerrard street east ravine last Nov. 4th. He dropped through the trap at 8 a.m. and was pronounced dead at 8.17. Will Preach Next Sunday Rev. Kenneth MacLean, been indisposed for some occupy his pulpit in St. Presbyterian Church next The members of his congregation and. citizens in general will be much pleas­ ed that he is much improved health. who has time will Andrew’s Sunday. in Former Resident Passes Mrs. Melinda Clegg, widow of late Wm. Clegg, passed away at home of her neice, Mrs. Frances Heth­ erington, 126 5th Ave. N.W., Puyal­ lup, Wash., on April 29th, in her 91st year. Since 1919 she has made her home with Mrs. Hetherington. Mr. and Mrs. Clegg were former residents of Wingham for a number of years, Mr. Clegg having been Mayor of the town at one time. Mr. Clegg passed, away a number of years ago. She was a member of the Methodist Church and was well and favorably known here. Interment was, made in Wood­ lawn Abbey Mausoleum at Puyallup. the the PRESBYTERIAL WILL MEET HERE MAY 12th Annual Meeting of the Maitland Pres­ byterial of the W. M. S; Presbytery will Also Meet Same Day The 22nd Annual Meeting of the Maitland Presbyterial of the Women’s Missionary Society of the Presbyter­ ian Church in Canada will be held in St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church here, on Tuesday next, May 12th. There will be morning and after-* noon sessions. The morning session will convene at 10 o’clock and the afternoon session will commence at 1.30 o’clock. The Presbytery of Maitland will at* so hold its regular meeting here oit Tuesday next in St. Paul’s Anglican Church. This meeting will also com* mence at 10 o’clock a.m. f.