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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1936-06-18, Page 3i Thursday, June 18 th, 1936 WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES PAGE THREE Nfla • ATI A11 mAIiAIIA TEA To Issue “Prosperity Certiifcates’’ Soon Edmonton—Premier Aberhart, of Alberta, announced here he under­ stood the order-in-council which would authorize, under the Social Cre­ dit Measures Act, the issue of “Pros­ perity Certificates” by the province would be signed shortly. lately, amid almost deafening shouts the delegates moved to hand the par­ ty’s Presidential standard to the Kan­ sas Governor. Colonel Frank ’Knox, publisher of the Chicago Daily News was selected as Vice-Presidential candidate. f Returned Money to Quebec Treasurer Quebec—Antoine C. Taschereau, a brother of the former Premier, who resigned this week as accountant for the Legislative Assemly, has turned over to the Provincial Treasurer a cheque for $15,000—the amount of in­ terest he allegedly drew personally on Government funds deposited in his name. The former accountant said the amount of the accepted cheque had been computed by bank accountants, and Mr. Taschereau requested that a Judge of the Superior Court decide whether he would be permitted to re­ tain the funds, or whether they should be left with the Province. A Test Housing Scheme A Province-wide housing scheme may result from Premier Hepburn’s decision to experiment with an initial outlay of $25,000 for a test program in suburban Toronto, it was forecast at Queen’s Park. Whether or not scheme will be extended depends on the success of the proposed periment. the up- ex- currency, bills printed in French and English, was written into the new Bank of Canada Act in the house of Commons. It climaxed a short, pithy debate in which Justice Minister La­ pointe pleaded for less talk of race against race, language against langu­ age, and more outward tokens of a united Canada. ter, knowing their brother in Sas­ katchewan had planned a trip East, telephoned to his home but at that time Robert was almost to Seaforth where he arrived in the evening of the same day. May Abolish Sanctions Paris—A British plan for the abol­ ition of sanctions against Italy has been presented to the French Govern­ ment for its agreement, it became known. The plan, which diplomats said includes a general revision of the League of Nations Covenant, calls for the cancellation of sanctions on the ground they failed to prevent the con­ quest of Ethiopia. Lucknow Lady Passes The death occurred in Goderich hospital of Mrs. (Dr.) E. B. Balfour, of Lucknow, following an illness of about two weeks. Mrs. Balfour, who before her marriage some fifteen years ago was Miss Grace Reid, was in her 45th year. She was born at Langside, daughter of Mrs. Alex, Reid and the late Mr. Reid. The funeral was held from the residence, Ross St., Friday afternoon, and was in charge of Rev, C. H. McDonald of the Pres­ byterian Church of which the deceas­ ed was a member, Manitoba to Vote July 27 - Winnipeg—Manitoba voters, cepting in two northern constituencies will go to the polls on July 27. to elect a Government. Lieutenant-Gov­ ernor W. J. Tupper, after a surprise Cabinet meeting of the Liberal- Pro­ gressive Administration elected; four years ago, dissolved the Legislature, set nomination day as July 17, and election day ten days later. ex- Quints Enter $50,000 Suit Philadelphia — A $50,000 damage suit on behalf of the Dionne quintup­ lets was filed in County Court against the Blossom Products Corporation, of Allentown, Pa., manufacturers of dolls, toys and infants’ apparel. Hon. David A. Croll, Ontario Minister of Public Welfare, brought the action, based on the alleged unauthorized use of the names, pictures and descriptive titles to promote the sale of the com­ pany products. Russia to Adopt Democracy Moscow—An official program for building of “Soviet democracy” which calls for a Government through two Parliament-like bodies ot be known as Supreme Councils, was made pub­ lic. The President of the All-Union Central Executive Committee approv­ ed the text of a proposed new Con­ stitution for the U.S.S.R., and con­ voked a session of the All-Union Con­ gress of Soviets for Nov,.25'to pass on the Constitution. Members of the two bodies will be elected for terms of four years, and have the right of initiating and pro­ mulgating legislation. It establishes a system of direct and secret elections and Extends citizenry rights to free­ dom of speech and press. To Study Trade with United Kingdom Ottawa.—Four trade and tariff ex­ perts of the Canadian Government sailed Friday from Montreal for Eng­ land, where they will co-operate with their opposite numbers in London in preparing the ground-work for a new Canadian trade agreement with the United Kingdom. Petty Thieving at Auburn A number of petty thefts occurred at Auburn Wednesday night. The homes of Charles Asquith, James Raithby and Edgar Lawson wree en­ tered after the occupants had retired and food was taken from all three homes. Crops Frozen in *57— In the spring of ’57 there was a general frost which entirely destroy- de the wheat sown, killed the grass and vegetation. This was a year of special hardship among the settlers and they were compelled to apply to the government for seed and for en­ ough food to keep them living in the meantime. This was advanced by the municipal townships and was collect­ ed again by taxes spread over two or three years. 1 2 3 4 5 J. 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A constable with Sigrist was hurt. Spanish Leader Slain Madrid—The assassination of a high official of the Province of Mal­ aga and another slaying brought the total of dead in two days of fighting there between Syndicalists and Com­ munists to four. At the same time the four-month-old Leftist Govern­ ment, harassed by strikes and disord­ ers, announced it had crushed a Righist movement in -seven Provinces. B.N.A. Amendment Killed Ottawa—Senate division bells rang the death-knell of immediate consti­ tutional reform when the predomin­ ant Conservative majority of the Red Chamber united, in a straight party vote to defeat 40-15 ,the joint petition to Westminster asking for specific amendment to the British North Am­ erica Act. Bruce Youlng People to Meet Bruce Rural Young People will hold their annual field meet at Tiver­ ton on Tuesday, June 23rd, for which a very fine program of athletics has been arranged, including county play­ offs in In the in the by the both girls’ and men’s softball, evening a dance will be held Inverhuron Pavilion, to music Royal Nite Owls of Mildmay. Landon Chosen by Republicans Convention Hall, Cleveland — Sweeping on to a tumultuous nomin­ ation of Alf M. Landon, Governor of Kansas, the Republican national con­ vention shouted unanimous approval of a party platform that stressed “State’s rights,” a balanced budget without new taxes ,and a repeal of many Roosevelt laws, including the reciprocal trade agreements. Immed- Quebec Election Set for August 15 Quebec—The political sun set on Louis Andre Taschereau. The sauve silver-haired French-Canadian lawyer who spent half his seventy years in public life resigned from the Prem­ iership of Quebec—just a month after the Liberal Party celebrated Its 39th successive year in power. On his re­ commendation, former Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Adelard Godbout, was sworn in as Premier shortly af­ ter the Legislature was dissolved and the Premier had announced a general electio,n would be held Aug. 15th. Change in War Veterans’ Act Ottawa:—Incorporating a number of changes from the original measures amending the Pension and War Vet­ erans’ Allowance Acts, the report of the Commons Committee on Service­ men’s Problems was tabled by Hon. C. G. Power, Minister of Pensions. The bill will be redrafted for pres­ entation shortly to the House. The deadline for pension applications for men who served only in Canada and England, has been set at July 1, 1936. That for men who served in a theatre of actual war will be Jan. 1, 1940. Team Bolts With Girl Driver Miss Mabel Killough, Dungannon, narrowly escaped serious injury when the farm team she was driving bolted and ran away. The boards of the gra­ vel box which was on the wagon by.-one were thrown off, and the was finally catapulted from the remaining board down behind horses which were still furiously run­ ning. They struck the brick wall of the house, breaking the neckyoke in three pieces, and one of the horses somersaulted into the veranda. Al­ though badly shaken up, Miss Kil­ lough is able to be around, little the worse for her thrilling experience. one girl one the To Issue Bilingual Currency Ottawa—Against the protests Conservative leader Bennett, bilingual of Ontario Members to go to Vimy The Ontario Government will send an official delegation to the Vimy Ridge celebrations in France this summer, Premier Mitchell Hepburn announced. The -delegation will be composed of returned soldiers who are members of ,the legislature. The Government will pay their passage and their necessary expenses to the unveiling ceremonies. Home from Hawaiian Islands After four years’ absence from Walkerton, Miss Cecil Dietrich, dau­ ghter of Mr. Albert Dietrich of town, returned from the Hawaiian Islands, where she is on the nursing staff of the Maui Agricultural Co. Hospital.— Walkerton Herald-Times. NEWS DISTRICT Celebrated Anniversary A pleasant evening was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. An­ drew, Lucknow, when relatives num­ bering about twenty-five gathered to celebrate Mr. and Mrs. Andrew’s 35th wedding anniversary. An impromptu program was enjoyed consisting of music, readings and contests followed by lunch. “Thanks for your Advertisement ... now to s !3> 3 3 Has 93rd Birthday Henry McGavin, Tuckersmith’s old­ est resident, celebrated his 93rd birth­ day, receiving congratulations from a host of friends. The day was spent quietly and was marked by a family reunion. Despite his advanced age Mr. McGavin is still in the enjoyment of good health and was able to join in the festivites. Walkerton to Get New Bridge Officials have received a communi­ cation from the department of public highways, Toronto, that the much mooted bridge over the Saugeen Riv­ er at the east end of Walkerton will be erected soon. The department ad­ vises that the contract will be among those which will be called' for in the next allotment of tenders. The bridge is planned much similar to that which was built in Paisley last year and will when completed fill a much need­ ed want, replacing the present iron bridge which has been condemned for some time. ed-looking man. “This is a hardware shop, sir,” re­ plied the assistant regretfully, “so we- don’t stock it. But is there anything- I can do for you in our special line.- of ropes, razors or revolvers?” I with tem- com- with sion of Goderich Township. Her panion, James Mair, escaped bruises. “Twenty-five cents worth of car­ bolic acid, please,” said the depress­ SS SUFFERER had an accident... she cut Aerz corns...Now she uses. Cress Corn Salve- ' Price 50c a jar. Try Cress BUN- ; ION Salve, it’s good too. Made in • Canada. Sold by all Drug and Dept. • Stores. Distributed by Harold F. Ritchie & Company Ltd., Toronto, AWARDED $3,000 SCHOLARSHIP tially covered by insurance, is esti­ mated at $6,000. The champion athlete in bed a cold was told that he had a perature. “How high is it, doctor?” he want­ ed to know. “A hundred*, and one.” “What’s the world’s record?” BIG NEWS FOR ALL Miss Catherine MacKinnon of the teaching staff of the Central College, London, Ont., was awarded a travell­ ing scholarship worth $3,000 from the French Government. Miss MacKin­ non, a daughter of Rev. Murdoch MacKinnon, of Toronto, spent last year teaching in France. CANADIANS VISITING gB DETROIT FOR A SINGLE ROOM WITH BATH That's our offer— every single room with private bath. $2 W *3.One Dime Nets Large Returns The “gambler’s “take a chance” spir­ it” certainly paid huge dividends at a. sherrif’s sale at the farm of James Norton, 12th of Maryboro. The auc­ tioneer held up two books and a tin box, and called for bidders. Art Ken­ nedy of the 12th of Maryboro enter­ ed a ten cent bid on the articles of­ fered and as no further bidders came forth to lay their money on the line, the youth came into possession of the articles. Upon receiving his purchases Kennedy thumbed the pages of the books and eyed the tin box wonder­ ing whether his dime had been wise­ ly disposed of. Satisfied with his sur­ vey of the books, he pried the lid off the tin box, and discovered an en­ velope inside. The envelope appear­ ed rather bulky, and expecting to find someone’s treasured love-letters with­ in, that might possibly make spicy I reading, the youth tore open the pac- . kagc and found a quantity of wax paper inside. Delving farther, he was amazed to find two ten dollar bills, two five and two ones, all in Americ­ an currency. That dime certainly was well invested. Other purchasers re­ port finding small sums of money concealed in their buys, and several discovered valuable trinkets, wrist­ watches, etc., hidden in various ar­ ticles.—Palmerston Observer. FACING GRAND CIRCUS PARK' HOTEL 800 ROOMS CLIFFORD R.TAYLOR. Managing Director A magnificent modern hotel right in down­ town Detroit. Fine food at low cost TO DO A MODERN “MAGELAN Old’ Howick Resident Passes The death of Henry Haase, Ford­ wich, on June 9th, removes one of Howick Township’s oldest and most respected residents. Mr. Haase, who was in his 86th year, had been active until a short time before his death. He is survived by his wife, four sons and three daughters, David, in Alber­ ta; Addison, in Saskatchewan; Ed­ ward, at home, and Ephriam, in Lis- towel; Mrs. Arthur Jacques, of How­ ick; Mrs. Ellis, in Manitoba, and Mrs. James Inglis, St. Marys. The funeral was held Thursday from Fordwich United Church, with interment in Fordwich Cemetery. Blind Horse Swims In Lake Huron What was at first thought to be a [ real sea-horse, its head bobbing up above the waves off the shore of Lake Huron at Kintail, turned out to be just a blind steed that had waded out into the lake, swam aimlessly about and finally landed on a sandbar, owner, a farmer named Hogan, others, secured a rowboat, put for the sand, bar, threw a halter ound the horse’s neck and towed it in to shore. Brother of Lucknow Lady Killed Pilot R. G. “Doc” Reid of Toronto, a brother of Mrs. A. E. McKitn of Lucknow, was instantly killed in an aeroplane crash at the boundary line between Fort William and Port Ar­ thur on Monday morning last week. This is the second tragedy in this family in less than a year. Last July, their mother, Mrs. May Reid, died a few hours after being injured in a motor accident neat* Fleshcrton, A recent telephone advertisement began: "Somewhere, someone would be happy to hear your voice. 'Perhaps it’s a boy at school, a convalescent friend, a husband travelling, or a mother back home and lonely.” A few days after its publication a letter reached the Telephone Company:— "Alone in my room tonight,” it read, "in this little mountain town, thinking of my little red-headed boy at home, sick, I saw your “advertisement and called home. "Now I can go to sleep. Thank ydu "for your advertisement.” Its and out ar- • On both "Anyone” and ’Tcrson-to-Person’* calls, Low Night fates Low Week-end rates > apply alter 7 pjrn. and ALL DAY SUNDAY. Brothers Pass on Surprise Visit John H. Reid, of Seaforth, and his brother, Robert Reid, of Outlook, Sask,, each’ set out on a surprise visit to the other. By curious coincidence both men left their' homes on the same day, unknowingly, crossing on the journey, J. H. Reid arrived in Medicine Hat, Alberta, when his sis* Lightning Destroys Barn Struck by lightning, the large frame bank barn owned by James Beckett, seven miles northeast of Fergus was destroyed along with the contents in­ cluding a number of implements. Within a few minutes the structure was a raging inferno. The loss, par* Car Hits Ditch and Wall, Turns Over Twice When an automobile, driven by Miss Verna Picot? careened down a hill, into a ditch and out, sideswiping a stone wall in its descent and turn­ ing over twice, Miss Picot was pain* fully injured and is under a doctor’s cate at her home on the sixth conces- The 40-foot schooner “Adventurer” and its gallant crew arc shown here vu<tllw xuwun, nws* at Elizabeth, New Jersey, at the start ter of the ship; and Fred Boardman# of a round the world cruise. LEFT the mate, to RIGHT: Mort A. Miller, the radio operator; Capt. Charles Powell, mas* the mate, 1.1.1. s-.t.ts;