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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1936-07-16, Page 1Single Copies Five Cents BRUCE LEAGUE GAME SATURDAY Palmerston Will Supply the Oppos­ ition. * —- .. What should be one of the best ball games here this season will take place at the Town Park on Saturday afternoon when the much tooted Palmerston aggregation will meet the Hurons. These two teams are fight­ ing it out for first place in the South­ ern section of the Bruce League so be on fymd to see a battle royal. Palmerston have a heavy hitting team and trimmed our local prides in the Palmerston lot earlier in the sea­ son. Manager Peterson says things will be different this game. It is a •natural. Turn out, it only costs two- bits. Game called for 3.30 sharp. ’ I .......................—— OBITUARY Mrs. Thomas L. Jobb The death of Jenima Mooney, wid­ ow of- the late Thomas L. Jobb, oc­ curred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Morris, on Tuesday, July 14th, 'in her 82nd year, On the last day of 1935 she suffered a stroke and since that time has not been able to be about. On Monday she was strick­ en with a second stroke. She was born at Niagara Falls, Ont., and a§ a girl of 15 came with her parents to Wingham where she continued to reside until- 1930 when she made her home with her daugh­ ter in Oshawa. Sixty-four years ago she was married to her late husband who predeceased her in 1922, a month .after they had celebrated their golden wedding, here. Surviving are five sons and three daughters, Lyndsay of Helena, Mon­ tana; Christopher, Peace River Dis­ trict; Charles of Petrolia; William of Windsor; Herbert of Listowel; Mrs. H. D. Woods of Galt; Mrs. J. C. Lackie ^of 'London, and. Mrs. Fred Morris of Oshawa. Surviving also are three brothers, Robert and Frank of Wingham and George of Ripley. The funeral service will be held in St. Paul’s Anglican Church here at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 16th, and will ' Fell Across Grease Pit 'be conducted by Rev. E. L. Roberts. ' Interment will take place in Wingham Cemetery. / -------- , . Mrs. George Garton Following a serious illness of but -a few days, Mrs. George Garton died on Thursday at her home in White­ church, in her 57th year. Although she had been ailing for the past few months her passing was great shock to her family and many friends. She was formerely Janet Rintoul, daugh­ ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rintoul of Whitechurch. She leaves to mourn her passing a family of three sons and three dau­ ghters, William and John of Leam­ ington; George at home; Mrs. Arthur Holland (Evelyn) of Kitchener; Mrs. . Win’. Simpson (Gladys) of Detroit and Olive at home. One daughter, Emma predeceased her over twenty years ago. She is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Howard Spencer of Kitchner and five grandchildren. All the family were present at the funeral, which was private, and was held from the family residence Whitechurch on Saturday afternoon. Rev. J. Pollock, of the Whitechurch Presbyterian Church, of which she was a member, conducted the serv­ ices. The pallbearers were: John Craig, K. Patterson, C. Cox, G. Gillespie, W. Leggatt and A. Patterson. Inter­ ment. took place in Wingham Cem­ etery.' With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JULY 16th, 1936 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year TERRIFIC HEAT SETS RECORD Longest Dry Spell in Years WELL WOOD RE-UNION HELD AT ORILLIA Took the Form of a Farewell to Miss Caroline Wellwood. ORANGE RALLY HELD AT LISTOWEL 15,000 Attend, 80 Lodges in Parade. HYDRO REBATE 10% AGAIN THIS YEAR TENNIS CLUB WAS ORGANIZED In talking to many of the older residents they tell us that this last week has set a record for intensive heat in this district, also it is the longest dry spell in many years. Last Wednesday the thermometer went to .near 100 and has continued to keep around that figure. We have had lit­ tle or no rain since the first of June and the crops .need a good rain very soon or the results will be disastrous. The oats appear to be the hardest hit as yet and some buckwheat is in bloom with the stocks but a few in­ ches above the ground. Temperatures during the past week here were: Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday The humidity during the past week has not the heat if it had Many •storms which have given some relief but the sky here was never overcast to any extent. The death toll from heat in Ontario was about 500 the week. 96 98 102 104 102 104 94 ■ been high which has made spell easier on people than been high. places have had thunder- at Port Albert L. Roberts preached, at Church at Port Albert for Preached Rev. E. Anglican Sunday evening. Attending Kintail Summer School Misses Anna Chittick and Ray Ni­ cholson left on Monday for a week at the Kintail Summer School. the on Passed Music Examinations Lloyd Mundy was successful passing the Grade Two Piano Exam­ inations, Toronto Conservatory of Music, and Donald Lloyd was suc­ cessful in the Grade One Examina­ tions. in A gathering of the descendants of John Wellwood and Jane Caswell was held at Orillia on July 8th, with many visitors from Richmond Hill, Toron­ to, Wingham and the United States. It was also .a farewell for Miss Caro­ line Wellwood, who is returning to Chengtu, China, as a missionary. John Wellwood and Jane Caswell canyj to Canada from Ireland as children in 1820 with their parents who settled on farms- in Lanark County. After their marriage they continued to reside there until 1859 when they moved to Wawanosh, in Huron County. Their youngest child, born in their new home is now Mrs, John Milne of Orillia, the only sur­ vivor of her generation. Dinner was served at Carter’s Grill and after a picnic supper in Couchi- cliing Park, a motor boat ride was greatly enjoyed. Mrs. John A. Milne, Orillia, was elected Hon. President, Mrs. George Gee, President, and Mrs. Fletcher Wellwood, Toronto, Secretary. INSTITUTE MEETING ON JULY 27th The monthly meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday after­ noon, July 27th, at 2.30. Mrs. Joan Hamilton Shearer, the summer speaker from the Depart­ ment, will address the meeting on the subject of canning fruits and vege­ tables and proper methods of storing and budgeting them. Rev. J. H. Barnett, President of the Huron County Children’s Shelter will be present and will speak in the terests of the Shelter. Readings will be given by Mrs. C. Scott, of East Wawanosh and programme' will be interspersed with music by Mr. Charles Scott. Roll say or The to the stitute community to come and hear these addresses. The sharp. in­ W. the At Listowel on Monday the 246th Anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne was celebrated by 80 lodges from Huron, Perth and Waterloo Counties. It was estimated that ar­ ound 15,000 attended the celebration despite the heat which registered ov­ er 100 in the shade, • The parade, which formed at the agricultural park, was undoubtedly the feature of the entire day. Nearly four miles in length, it took one hour to pass a given point. Thousands lined the loute of march and many sought, rooftops as points of vantage from which Jo watch the parade. The restaurants and cafes were overtaxed during the day, and churches helped to feed the multitude of visitors, who swarmed down on the town for the annual walk. The chief speaker for the day was C. M.Carrie of Toronto, Past Grand Master of Ontario West. Rev. A. Gordon MacPherson of L,oronto, for­ merly of Listowel, was chairman. The prize for best fife and drum band in the parade went to L.O.L. Band 2668, of Stratford, and second prize was won by L.T.B. 759, also of Stratford . I David Cantelon, of Clinton, 89 years old, was the oldest Orangeman in attendance. Although he did not take part in the walk, he has not miss­ ed more than one or two walks 70 years. -Cost Per Horsepower Reduced by $3.50 Plan to Build Two Double Courts in Have your Shoes, reconditioned Greer’s Shoe Store. USE OF HOSE at Once more the Utilities Commis­ sion have good news for electrical users as again this year a 10% iebate will be given on all 1935 accounts. This rebate will apply on the August bills, A reduction in cost of horsepower from $56.00 to $52.50 to the Commis­ sion is now in effect. Reduction in Rates The first domestic rate has been reduced from 4 cents per kilowatt- hour to 3% cents, and the second rate has been reduced from 1% cents to 1.3 cents. The first Commercial rate has been reduced from 3.5 cents to 3 cents. Second rate remains the same 0.8 cents. The first power rate has been re­ duced from 4 cents to 3% cents. Sec­ ond rate has been reduced from 2.6 cents to 2.3 cents. The 10% rebate amounts to ap­ proximately $3500.00 and the reduc­ tion in rates means a saving to the Wingham consumers of approximate­ ly $2700. At a meeting of Tennis enthusiasts held in the Council Chambers on Fri­ day .evening the Wingham Tennis Club was organized. It was decided to build two double courts on the Horticultural grounds and plans are being made to raise funds for this purpose. Officers elected were: President—Bruce Fox. Sec.-Treas.—R. S. Hetherington. Committee—Ken. Somers, Betty Walker, Dell Walker, Vesta Fox, J. H. Crawford, C. Wellwood, Frances Currie, Jim Thompson. i DITCHED CAR CAUSED TWO DEATHS Ralph and Joseph Schnurr, Formosa Buried To-Day (Wednesday) LOCAL AND PERSONAL WINGHAM CENTRE ENTRANCE RESULTS Shoe* Repairing—If you want your shoes* repaired neatly try Greer’s Shoe Store. A WELCOME FOR WAWANOSH COUPLE Large Gathering Will Be Present ■To-night (Wednesday) the Forest­ ers* Hall, Belgrave, will be the scene of a gay party when the Council of .East Wawanosh will hold a special meeting to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Porterfield on their return from a month’s visit to the Pacific Coast and .the West. Reeve Peter W. Scott who is arranging the reception, has invited all the ratepayers to be pres­ ent. There will be an address and presentation and a good prdgrahi. Mr. Porterfield has been Cleric of East Wawanosh since 1906 and prior On Monday, morning Mr. W. J. Brown went to step across the pit at Hanna’s Garage when he tripped and fell across it, striking his chest on the raised side. Bill'bruised his chest but was lucky to escape further injury. Orangemen Attended Service The local Orange Order attended Divine Service at 7 p.m. Sunday even­ ing at St. Paul’s Anglican Church when the Rev. J. H. Geoghegan of Lucknow, was the special preacher. Mr.. J. R. M. Spittai sang as a solo “The Holy City.” Engagement The engagement is announced of Alexandra Ena, daughter of Mrs. Currie and the late Mr. J. A. Currie, Wingham, to Morgan M. Henderson, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hen­ derson, Lucknow. The marriage will take place early in August. Baptist Sunday School Picnic The members of the Baptist Sun­ day School had a most enjoyable time on Wednesday afternoon last week when they held their annual picnic at Amberley Beach. Games were played and swimming enjoyed as was the .delightful picnic supper. Brussels Play Here Thursday A Central League baseball game will be played at the Town Park at 5.30 on Thursday afternoon. . Our Central League team is on the top of the heap and Brussels came close the last time these teams played so if will be an interesting game. Golfed at Mitchell Dr. G. Howson, Dr. W. A. McKib- bon, C .H. McAvoy and Ronald Rae attended the first annual golf tourna­ ment of the Perth, Huron and Bruce Golf Clubs, which was held at Mit­ chell on Wednesday afternoon of last week. Dr. McKibbon won the for the best net second nine with a score of 31. Call—Household Hints, sing, penny pay. Institute extends an invitation members of the Belgrave In- also to all the ladies of the The following are the hours for the use of hose service for this week: Wednesday...........7 p.m. to 8. p.m. Thursday.............. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday ................ 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday .............. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This service applies for this week only. Further instructions for next week will be announced. Wingham Utilities Commission. prize holes Took Part in Recital The recital presented by the pupils of Miss Nora E. Hurley, L.L, C.M., of Sarnia, was a well attended affair. One of the pupils who took part was Lachlan MacLean, son of Mr, Charles E. MacLean, formerly of Wingham, Lachlan was also present­ ed with ait examination certificate from the Toronto Conservatory uf Music and also received a medal he piano to bis appointment his father was the won at the Musical Festival which Township Clerk for 35 years. • | was held ift Sarnia during May. meeting will begin at Gospel Meetings 2.30 the3p.m. Come out and bring children,- this hour is of special inter­ est to children of all ages. 8.30 p.m. Because oj. the interest in the “Eter­ nal Security Doctrine” for and against this great truth we will consider, ob­ jections answered against the eternal security of the believer. Orange Hall, Sunday. Baby Succumbs With Heat Keith Sutherland, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Murdie, died in Tor­ onto on Thursday after only one day’s illnes from the heat. Mrs. Mur­ die was formerly Miss Mabel Wood of St. Helens and Alex., who came from Lucknow, was for some years engaged: by Mr. J. W. McKibbon, lo­ cal druggist. The funeral was held Friday in Lucknow. Walkerton Players Sick With The Heat The cancellation of the game be­ tween Walkerton and the Hurons on Wednesday afternoon was a big dis­ appointment to many of the fans. Walkerton, at the last minute, called off the game as they had two men sick with the heat and another had a sprained wrist. At a meeting of the League Executive it was decided that the Bruce County Town team would pay all expenses and that the game would be played at a later date. presentation to Former Local Man James Wheelens, a former resident, an employee of the Dominion Experi­ mental Farm, Agassiz, since 1924, W&S with a, lesithei4 travel* ling bag and a pipe by his fellow­ workers on the occasion of his re­ tirement recently. Mr. Wheelens is a great horseman and lus team, Bob and Diana, were champion plow team at Chilliwack, For many years Mr. Wheelens, who was born in Turnber­ ry Township, has been a resident of the west, farming in Southern Mani­ toba, at Coldstream Ranch in Vernon and the Ladner district, before taking up his duties at the Experimental Farm at Agassiz, Mrs, J. A. Currie is a sister and Andy Wheelens is a brother. To Preach at St. Andrew’s Church Rev. Edgar Foreman, of Morning­ side Presbyterian Church, will conduct the services in rew’s Presbyterian Church following two Sundays. In Hospital Neil Carr was taken to Wingham General Hospital Monday morning suffering with stomach trouble. Neil’s many friends wish him a- speedy covery. WEDDINGS Toronto, St. And- for the re- Messer - Lindsay “Healthfield”, overlooking Lake Ontario, the summer home of Mr. and Mrs. W. Ray Lapp at Grafton, was the scene of a picturesque, wedding on Saturday at noon when Edith Lor­ raine Lindsay, neice of Mr. and Mrs. George Baker of Walkerville, became the bride of Mr. Charles Ross Mess­ er, of Toronto, son of Mr. J. F. and the late Mrs. Messer of Bluevale, On­ tario. Rev. W. M. Teeple officiated. Lohengrin’s Wedding March was played by Mrs. Garnet Clitheroe of Grafton. The bride, given in marriage by Mr. Ray Lapp of Walkerville, was a pretty figure in lace over satin. Her jacket was trimmed with pleated lace. She wore a large picture hat and white accessories and carried a beau­ tiful bouquet of yellow Johanna Hill roses. Mrs. Lapp, dressed in white silk crepe, was bridesmaid, and little Miss Pauline Lapp, in pink organdie, was flower girl. Mr. H. A. Pass of Toronto, was groomsman. After the wedding a reception was held at. “Hcathfield”. Later the bride and groom left on a trip to New York. For travelling the bride wore flowered silk crepe and white access­ ories, On their return they will re­ side in Toronto. FAREWELL TOt MISS WELL WOOD SUNDAY The United Church congregation will tender a farewell to Miss Caro­ line Wellwood, who will shortly re­ turn to Chengtu, China, on Sunday next, following the morning service. Prof. D. J, Wilson, of Western University, London, will have charge of the services during the remainder of July. The following candidates passed on recommendation of the teacher: G. Hogg, E. J. Irwin, A. Vansickle, M. Wallace, V. Cook, M. MacLaughlin, F. McTavish, V. Sharpin, J. Harman, L. Smith, B. Thynne, D. Adams, N. Benedict, H. Brown, W. Burgman, I. Clark, M. Connell, V. Currie, L. Ev­ ans, C. Fitzpatrick, M. Fothergill, M. Habkirk, M. Homuth, K. Jackson, F. Lockridge, J. Roberts, A. Seli, W. Scott, M. Templdman, J. VanNorman. The following passed by examina­ tion: J. Burke, H, Casemore, R. Case- more, V. Casemore, A. Cook, J. Coul- tes (H), E. Fitzpatrick, J. Fraser, M. Gilmour (H), R. Hamilton, J. Hig­ gins, C. Hollenbeck, K. Johnston, A. Johnston, M. Johnston,M. King, B. Lloyd, V. MacLean, V. Morris, R. Mulligan, B. Norman, M. Radford, A. Reid, H. Ross, B. Saint, W. Stur­ dy, M. Coultes. Marks for unsuccessful candidates will be mailed shortly and appeals are to be made to the inspector two weeks before the opening of school. The fee is $2 and will be returned the appeal is sustained. Vital Information if During the three hours on Satur­ day when the hose service was in use there were used 125,000 gallons of water. This amount is 50% of the total water reserve. Water users will readily see- why it is necessary to restrict the consumption of water. Boys Return from Camp On .Tuesday afternoon nine boys returned here from Camp Keemosa- bee, near Goderich, after spending 5 delightful days. The boys were: Alex. Stark, Eddie Carter, Raymond Bell, Keith Armstrong of Port Credit; Ce­ cil Yeo, Jack Hopper, Harry Howard, Alan Williams and Charlie Procter of Belgrave. Gurney Employees’ Picnic On Thursday afternoon the em­ ployees of the Gurney Glove Works held a most enjoyable picnic at South Beach, Kincardine. There were about 90 in attendance. The afternoon was spent at softball and other games and swimming. Following the sports a picnic supper, with ice cream as des­ sert, donated by Mr. W. H. Gurney, was enjoyed. Former Winghamite Passes Thomas Cooper, brother-in-law of Mr. John Gray and uncle of the late Mrs. Wm. Salter, passed away re­ cently at Alexandria, Min,, in his 94th year. He was born in Lanark County and came as a child to Whitechurch. At the age of 1*7 years he went to Detroit and enlisted with the United States Army serving during the Civil War. Following his discharge from the army lie returned to Wingham and entered the building trade with his brother, John. In 1869 he was united in marriage to Janet Robert­ son, of East Wawanosh, who prede­ ceased hint 14 years ago. In 1873 lie went to Western States where he has since resided. In 1901 he and Mrs. Cooper came back to Wingham for the opening of the new Methodist Church. He is survived by one bro­ ther, William, in Saskatchewan. I Keep your feet young — Wear Greer’s Shoes. Miss Ida Lutton of London is vis- • iting at her home here. • Miss Winnifred Smith^ojl Toronto is visiting with Miss D. “Armitage. Miss Alma Reid, of Belmore is the guest of Dr. and Mrs. Reg ^ji-Val. White Shoe Sale—Big cut prices in White Shoes at Greer’s Shoe Store. Mr. and Mrs. Allan Ramsay of Trenton, were recent visitors in town. Mrs. David Gow and son of Tor­ onto are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. H. Garlick. . Miss Ena Currie of Toronto is vis­ iting at the home of her mother, Mrs. J. A. Currie. Miss Catharine Winters is visiting with her uncle, A. M. Bishop and Mrs. Bishop. Miss Louise E. Hanna of Guelph is spending her vacation with her mo- i ther, Mrs. G. C. Hanna. Mr. and Mrs. George Smith of Tor­ onto were week-end guests of A. M. and Mrs. Bishop. Mr. J. J. Johnston, of^Sault Ste. Marie, spent a few day£/with Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Mines. Mr. and Mrs: E. Johnston of Tor­ onto were week-end guests of Mr. and. Mrs. J. H. Crawford. Mr. A. Drummond, of Toronto, is visiting with his neice, Mrs. Cyril Nicholas and Mr. Nicholas. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Kennedy and son, of Toronto, are visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnston. You have the Feet — We have the White Shoes — Let us get together —Lowest Prices—Greer’s Shoe Store. Miss Patricia Parker is spending a vacation at Kincardine Beach, the guest of Miss Mary Elizabeth Mc­ Kibbon. Messrs. Alex. Baird, Thomas Baird and Charlie Baird, of Flint, Mich., were week-end guests with Mr. Ed. Baird. Mrs. C. B. Armitage and son, John, are spending a few days at Kincar­ dine Beach, the guests of Mrs. J. W. McKibbon. Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Denneny and family of Toronto are spending a couple of weeks with Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Mines. Mr. and Mrs. Ceci/Ming's and fam­ ily, of Niagara Fallj^JkV., spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Mines. Mr. and Mrs. Durward Preston of Kitchener are spending their vacation at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. O. Preston. Miss Sylvia Stapleton of Detroit is visiting with Dr. and Mrs. Reg. Du- Val and. with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Stapleton. Mr. Lester Adams of Portage La Prairie, has returned home after vis­ iting for the past two weeks with his brother, Mr. R. W. Adams. Mr. and Mrs. George Moffatt of Detroit visited with his mother, Mrs. R. J. Tindall. Mr. and Mrs. George Moffatt are enroute to France. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Cameron from Amherst, Ohio, and Mr, and Mrs. Sahl, of Port Clinton, Ohio, and son Dohald, were week-end visitors with Robert Currie Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Toronto visited sister, Smith, a visit Joseph Schnurr, 15, injured when. his brother, Ralph Schnurr, 17,was killed Sunday night in a car accident on the Formosa-Mildmay road, died in the Bruce County Hospital, Walk­ erton. Edward Dutscher, 14, riding with the Schnurr boys when their car upset, was unhurt. The Schnurr boys were sons of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Schnurr, of Formosa. With an older brother, Linus, the boys went to the farm of Henry Schnurr, on the Elora road. Linus walked about the farm and the oth­ ers, with 15-year-old Joseph at the\ wheel, went for a drive.' On a downgrade two miles east of Formosa the driver apparently lost control of the car. It went into the ditch and upset. All the occupants were thrown out and the car was wrecked. The double funeral was held to-day (Wednesday) from their parents' home, Formosa. OBITUARY Mrs. Wm. Beecrofr Following a heart attack on Mon­ day night, Agnes Robinson, widow of the late Wm. Bcecroft, passed away at the residence of her son, J. Dustau Beecroft, East Wawanosh, at 8 a.rn. Tuesday, July 14th. Until she was suddenly stricken on Monday night, Mrs. Beecroft had been enjoying fine health and. her passing has cast a gloom over the community. The deceased, who was in her 73rd. year, was a life-long resident of East Wawanosh having been born on the 9th concession, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward Robinson, pioneers of the Township. It was 49 years ago that she was married to her late husband who predeceased her 27 years ago. Formerly as a member of the Methodist Church and latterly the Whitechurch United Church, she took an active and keen interest in church work, particularly the Women’s Mis­ sionary Society. She also was a valu­ ed member of the Whitechurch branch of the Women’s Institute. Surviving to mourn their loss are two sons and one daughter, Lewis of Edmonton, Alta.; Miss Myrtle B., Reg.N., of New London, Conn., and J. Dustan at home. Also surviving are five brothers and two sisters, William and Thomas of East Wawa­ nosh; James of Wingham; Peter of Detroit; Edward of Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Mary St. John of Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Joe Cumberland of Manitou, Man., and five grand­ children. The funeral will be held from the residence of her son, J. Dustan ,12tli Con. of East Wawanosh, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 16th. The service will be conducted by Rev. H. M, Wright, pastor of Whitechurch United Church. The pallbearers will be six of her nephews, Herbert Campbell, John McBurney, Gordon McGee, G. Bee­ croft, Ernest Robinson and Charles Robinson. , Interment will take place in Wing­ ham Cemetery. members the Club Golf Club Held Dance A dance was held by the of the Ajps Golf Clyb at House on Thursday evening of last week. Despite the hot weather a good time was enjoyed by the comparative- 4 ly few who were present. Jack Ern­ est’s orchestra supplied the music. FLOWER SERVICE AT ST. PAUL’S Flowers Donated1 to the Sick, and Hospital. Mrs. T. Mrs. W. with them, George McMurdo of last week with her Y. Smith and Mr. Gannett returned for County Purchases Truck On Thursday the Good Committee of the County Council purchased a 110 horsepower Walters truck and snow-plow*. Delivery of the truck will be made about October. The sale was made by the J. W. Han­ na Automobile Sales of town. For some time the County has been con­ sidering the purchase of such a truck and plow which will be a most useful part of the road equipment. Roads The Annual Children’s Flower Ser­ vice was held in St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Sunday morning. The children paraded into church with the. Choir singing the hymn “Around the throne of God in Heaven.” Each child carried a bouquet of flowers which afterwards were presented to the Rector for distribution among the sick of the parish and to the patients of the Wingham General Hospital. The Rector, Rev. E. L. Roberts, preached from the text “Lord God planted a garden eastward in E<jten.M The soloist at this service was Mr. Bert Lanning of Toronto who sattg “The Lost Chord.” Despite the great heat the service was well attended.