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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-04-15, Page 1.i-.wiyi!1 'fMiiiH-MWi ny|w,.ii nj|i-,pi .wiiihm INJURED EYE MUCH IMPROVED Lois Burchill in Sick Children’s Hos-. pital — Punctured Eye with Scissors. The four-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Burchill, Lois, who is confined to the Sick Children’s Hospital, Toronto, with an injured left eye, is progressing satisfactorily and it is expected that next week' she will be discharged from the hospital. Unless complications set in it is ex­ pected that her sight will not be im­ paired. An operation was not per­ formed and it is good news indeed that her injured eye is responding to treatment. Lois, who was in bed with a cold, on Tuesday last week was spending her time cutting out pictures from a paper. Her young brother, Bobby, was playing with her. They then de­ cided to amputate a doll’s arm. The scissors slipped and the sharp point .hit Lois in the eye. She was taken that evening to the Sick Children’s Hospital for treatment. .-----------------^fFUntil they are completely worn out G-reer’s Shoes hold their shape—they last longer. Que of the County’s best doctors, James Benson Whitely, M. D., of Goderich, died Monday even­ ing, after a four-day illness with pneumonia. He was in his 82nd year, Eldest son of the late Joseph and Sarah McMahon Whitely, he was born on the seventh concession of Goderich Township. He attended Two Chimney Fires Last Week The firemen were called out twice last week, on both occasions to chim­ ney fires. Saturday night about 11.30 the chimney at Wm. Krohn’s blazed forth and on Thursday night about S o’clock a chimney at W. Johnston’s home, Frances St., went on the ram­ page. Damage iyas nil at both fires. Engagement Announced The engagement is announced of Marion Margaret: Graham of Lindsay, Ontario, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Graham, of Wingham, On­ tario, to Edward Roy Armstrong, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Armstrong, -of Lindsay, Ontario. The marriage ’to take place Wednesday, May 12th, in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Lindsay, Ontario. Toronto Huron ites Social Evening The Huron County Junior Associ­ ation of Toronto is holding a Bridge and Dance at the West End Y. M. C. A. (Dovercourt and College), on Thursday, April 15th, at 8.30 p.m. Bridge is being arranged for those wishing to play, and dancing will be ^continuous all evening. Refreshments will be served. The Secretary, Miss Anne Crittenden, Lakeside 5202, will be glad to hear of- any Hurohites in Toronto, who have not been notified. Parliament Closed The 62-day session of Parliament came to a close on Saturday night. This session was closed much earlier in the year than usual due to the Cor- 8don to be held May 12th. Before ther session begins a royal com- lion will have begun an investi­ gation of the^financial relationship of the Dominion and the provinces. Im­ portance attached to the coming in­ quiry was indicated in the speech from the throne which reviewed busi­ ness of the session and described the probe as a necessary first step to­ wards “readjustments in the govern­ mental structure of Canada.” LOCAL LEGION HELD ANNUAL MEETING Kenneth Weaver Again Chosen ' President. The annual meeting of Wingham Post No. 180, Canadian Legion B.E. S.L., was held in their rooms at the Armouries on Tuesday night. The following officers were elected: President-—Kenneth Weaver. 1st Vice Pres.—George Williams. 2nd Vice Prcs.—J. H. Currie. 3rd Vice Pres.—P. Harris. Secretary—-H. Browne. Treasurer—H. E. Isard. Sergt.-At-Arms—W. VanWyck. Chairmen of Committees: Investigation—A. M. Forbes. 0 Visiting—W. VanWyck. Social—Bert McLean, House—L. Kingston. The other members of the commit­ tees will be chosen by the executive jind chairmen of committees. * It was decided that the Post Would attend the Coronation Service which jviwbe held iti St. Andrew’s Ptesby- Chtirch, under the auspices of !the" Ministerial Association at 8.30 jp.ttt on Sunday, May 9th. It was also ’decided to join with the Tees water Veterans in attending the Coronation Service in Tecswatcr oh the same Sunday if at at! possible. DR. J. B. WHITELY, GODERICH, PROMINENT PHYSICIAN OF HURON COUNTY PASSES Dr. J. B. Whitely Goderich Collegiate and graduated from;Universi.ty.jof Toronto on April 26, 1883. Apart from three years spent at Milverton, where he first-practised he has practised continually in God­ erich.- While studying for medicine he taught school two years at .Port Albert, so for 51 years he has prac­ tised medicine in Goderich and dur­ ing that time was in attendance at more than 4,000 births. For more than half a century he was medical officer of health for the Town and Township of Goderich. In 1929 he was the Conservative candidate for North Huron. Dr. Whitely was a member of Maitland Confined to His Home s ■ Lloyd Hingston, who is confined to his home with pneumonia, we are pleased to report is some better, but it will be some time before Lloyd will be about. To Present Play at Belgrave Belgrave . Young People ' are pre­ senting, a particularly fine Three-Act Comedy in the' Foresters’ Hall, Bel­ grave, on Friday night, April 16th. This play has rapid action, rollicking fun and a fine moral. Admission 25c. Presented With Chair A very pleasant evening was spent on Thursday last when C. H. Mc­ Avoy, Captain of the Alps Golf Club, was host to the gentlemen members of the club. Following play at cards and lunch, Mr. Herbert Campbell, President of the club, was presented with a beautiful lounge chair. The address was read by Mrs. L. H. Black­ wood and the presentation made by C. H. McAvoy. Honored on 35th Wedding Anniversary An enjoyable evening was spent on Friday, April 9th, at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Clarkson Martin, Francis St., when friend^ and relatives gath- cher there, in honor of Mt. and Mrs. Chas. Martin, Wingham Junction, who were celebrating the 35th anni­ versary of their marriage. The din­ ing-room was tastefully decorated in pink and white streamers, with pink and white wedding cake adorning the bride’s table. Supper was served at 6.30 to thirty guests. Mr. and Mrs. Martin were recipients of many lovely ahd useful gifts and their hearty res­ ponse was given in. a very able man­ ner. The remainder of the evening was spent In playing progressive eu­ chre, with Mrs, Waiter Jeffry and Mr. Roy Manuel holding the highest scores. • known i Lodge No. 33, A,F and A.M.; Hur­ on Chapter No. 30, RAM,; St. Elmo Preceptory, Stratford and Mocha Shrine, London. Fie had a great love of horses and as a harness horseman he was widely known and held in highest esteem throughout Ontario and beyond. He was a breeder and owner of fast hors­ es, most famous of which were “Sid Hal,” 2.06%, and “Ramona,” 2.07%. Harness racing was his lifetime hob­ by and his was a familiar and out­ standing figure at most tracks for half a century. His first wife, Miss Priscilla Fish­ er, of Colborne Township, predeceas­ ed him 20 years. Surviving are his widow, formerly Miss Margaret Moss, also six’ daughters and one son. A public funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Rev. D. J. Lane will officiate. Interment will take place in Mait­ land Cemetery, Goderich. 25 Years Married On Tuesday this week Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Walker were 25 years married. We, together with their many friends, extend congratulations and wish them many more years of happiness toge­ ther. Fall Wheat in Good Condition Due to the peculiar winter condi­ tions that prevailed this year it was feared that the fall wheat might not have wintered successfully. It was feared that with very little snow dur­ ing the winter that this crop might be badly damaged. It is reported now however that wheat which had a good top and was well rooted has success- ,fully combatted the peculiar winter weather. Winners at Bridge Club The winners at the Bridge Club games held Wednesday evening last week were: East and West: Mrs. C. Kingan and Dr. Geo. Ross;,Miss N. Dinsley and George Williams; Miss Sara MacLean and D. Nasmith; Mrs. FL Campbell ahd D. Kennedy; North and South: Mrs. Bishop and W. H. Frehch; Miss M, MacLean and K. Somers; Mrs. W. H. French and R. S. Hetherington; Mrs. J. H. Crawford and W. W. Armstrong. NEW TRUCK CREATED STIR On Friday a large red truck was standing in front of Hanna’s Garage and decked out as it was with ladd­ ers and other contraptions, many mis­ took it for a fire truck. It turned out to be, however, Reeve Davidson’s new drilling outfit which he had just re­ ceived and mounted on a truck, This apparatus is the very latest in drill­ ing equipment and as If is mounted on a 4-ton truck with pneumatic tires which makes it very mobile. SACRED MUSICAL MUCH ENJOYED Wingham and Blyth Orchestras Pre­ sented Fine Program,I Following the regular church serv­ ice Sunday evening in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Sunday School Orches­ tra combined with the Blyth United Church Orchestra presented a Sacred Musical in the auditorium of the church. Three week's ago these two orchestras presented a Sunday night program in the United Church at Blyth. There was a splendid attend­ ance for the concert and it was thor­ oughly enjoyed by all present. Rev. Kenneth MacLean acted as chairman and introduced the following pro­ gram : ,fAbide With Me”, selection, “Fire-Light Shadows”, selection. Overture “Corona.” “Fairy Gardens”, selection. Vocal solo, “My World,” Miss M. Partushek. “Wild Flowers,” selection. “Merrymakers”, selection. “Easter Sunrise,” selection. Violin solo “Home Sweet Home,” with variations, G, A .Schatte. “June Rose”, selection. “Land of Hope and Glory,” selec­ tion. “God Save the King.” The postlude selection was “Class Colors March.” Ladies — Have you seen the new styles in Spring Shoes? Greer’s are showing a big range. Awarded Contract Mr. Joe Kerr has been awarded the contract for trucking gravel for the Township of East Wawanosh. Improving Steadily We are very happy to state that Carl McKay, who has been ill with pneumonia, is steadily improving. Improving After Illness We are pleased to report, that Mrs. Aitcheson, who has been ill, is much improved, now being able to be up. Not Much Change Mrs. Gurney, who suffered a stroke two weeks ago last Sunday, is slight­ ly improved. Her many friends wish for her a speedy recovery. Seriously Ill We regret to report that Mrs. Rob­ ert Sheill, Victoria Street, is seriously ill at her home with bronchial pneu­ monia. We are pleased to state how­ ever, that she has shown some slight improvement this last few days, A- Changing Location The Seirite Store will in the near future change the location of their store. They have leased a portion of the Mills Block, formerly the Pea­ cock Cafe. We understand the lease on the new location dates from May Westminster Guild The regular meeting of the West­ minster Guild opened on Monday ev­ ening with a hymn and the Lord’s Prayer in unison. Following the busi­ ness session the Scripture reading was taken by Miss McLaughlin and Miss Agnes Williamson gave a paper on “Ten Commandments for Those who are not Happy.” Miss Mary King favored with a violin solo. The sing­ ing of a hymn and the Benediction pronounced by Rev. Kenneth Mac- Lean brought the meeting to a close. B.Y.P.U. VISITED . AT WALKERTON The B.Y.P.U. of the John St. Bap­ tist Church were guests of the Walk- erton Society’ jMioii* day evening. After the opening re­ marks by Miss Mary Cotterman of the Walkerton Union, Louise Kelly president of the local society, took charge of the following program. The Scrifitrue lesson for the evening was taken by Bruce McLean; instrument­ als, Merrill Cantelon; solo “Does Jesus Care?” by Frank Collar, accom­ panied by Mrs. (Rev.) E. M. Loney; duet, Rosetta Dcmiis and Merrill Cantelon. The speaker for the even­ ing was Rev. E. M. Loney, who de­ livered an address on “The Church of Jesus Christ and Its Stability” which proved helpful to alt present. At the conclusion of the meeting the Walk- qrtori society had charge of the re­ mainder of the evening. Miss Mar­ guerite Toltcm was convenor of the social committee, assisted by Annie Forsyth and Miss Doughty. HOSPITAL IS NOW COMMUNITY AFFAIR, SHAREHOLDERS SURRENDERED SHARES At a meeting of the shareholders of the Wingham Hospital Co., Limited, held in the Council Chambers on Fri­ day evening the shareholders surrend­ ered their shares to the Wingham General Hospital and an association was formed to carry on the operation of the Hospital as ,a community af­ fair. This action places the local hos­ pital on the same basis as practically every other hospital which operate in towns or villages in Ontario. Any person or society may become a mem­ ber of the Wingham General Hospital Association. The fee is $1.00 per year for an individual, $5.00 a year for a society, $50 for a life membership. The following directors were elect­ ed on Friday night to carry on the business of the Association and each October at the annual meeting of the association the annual election of dir­ ectors will take place. Present Directors Hon. Directors — Mrs. Richard Clegg, Mrs. (Dr.) J. F. Kennedy, Mrs. John MacLean. Directors — Dr, A. W. Irwin, J. Walton McKibbon, J. A. Wilson, R. S. Hetherington, Richard H. Lloyd, Herbert Campbell. v' Improved Dr. J. A. Fox has been ill for the past few days with the flu. We are pleased to state, however, that to­ day he was sufficiently recovered to be up. Charged with Grain. Theft George and Clifford Thornton of Grey Township, were placed under ar­ rest on Saturday afternoon by Con­ stables Smith and Evans, of Brussels, after two months’ investigation, charged with the theft of grain from Robert Simpson, Grey Township, Church Will Celebrate 75th Anniversary St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church will celebrate their 75th Anniversary on Sunday and Monday, June 13th. and 14th. The special speaker for the Sunday services will be Rev. Dr. Jas. Wilson, of Toronto, a former West Wawanosh boy. On Monday evening Louis Blake Duff, of Welland, a for­ mer Bluevale and Wingham resident, will give a lecture, A feature of the anniversary will be the dedicating of a plaque in memory of Dr. David and Mrs. Perrie. Meeting Poorly Attended The meeting of the Central Base­ ball League Club held on Friday ev­ ening was very poorly attended. As a result of the poor attendance it has not been decided whether the club will operate a team in the Central League this year or not. It is rum­ oured that the club may back a jun- iour ball team this year. This seems like a very good idea, providing the club decide not to enter the Central League. However, all this is much in the air at present but a definite discussion will probably be made by the club executive in the very near future. BASEBALL MEETING THURSDAY NIGHT A meeting of the Central League Baseball Club will be held Thursday evening (this week) at 8 o’clock, in tlie’Couhcil Chambers. The Executive request all who are interested in see­ ing that the Central League Club op­ erates this year, to be in attendance. If there is not sufficient interest shown at this meeting the executive will suspend operations for this year. Election of officers and any other business which is placed before the meeting will he dealt with. Three other directors will also be named, one by the County Council, one by the Town Council and, one by the Doctors of the district which the hospital serves. It was also decided at the meeting held on Friday evening that a plaque would be erected at the hospital in memory of the late Dr. J.^P, Kennedy who was very active in the founding of the hospital. Hospital Started in 1907 In 1906 a subscription list was op­ ened for this enterprise and in Feb­ ruary 1907 the Hospital -was opened in the same building where it is now located, the home of the late A. W. Webster, on Catling Terrace. Miss K. Stevenson was the first Superintendent and the first Board consisted of the following gentlemen: T. Chisholm, M.D., M.P., Hon. Pres­ ident; Thos. Bell, President; W. H. Green, Vice President; Richard Van­ stone, Secretary; Dr. A. J. Irwin, Treasurer; Rev. T .S. Boyle, Richard Clegg, A. E. Smith, F. J. Taylor, W. F. Vanstone, J. E. Tamblyn, M.D., J. R. MacDonald, M.D., R. C. Redmond, M.D., J. P. Kennedy, M.D., B. H. Hamilton, M.D., D. T. Hepburn, C. P. Smith. Our Shoe Repairer Will be on the job on Saturday nights during the spring and summer months until 9.30 o’clock. Willis Shoe Store. Progressing After Operation Mr. Angus McKenzie, of Culross, who underwent a goitre operation in St. Joseph’s .Hospital, Guelph, a cou­ ple of weeks ago, has sufficiently re­ covered to be removed to the home of his son, Dan, in that city. Euchre Friday Night A Euchre under the auspices of *the Oddfellows’ Lodge will be held in the Oddfellows’ Hall on Friday evening, April 16th, at 8 o’clock. The proceeds will be in aid of the Women’s Aux­ iliary to the Wingham General Hos­ pital. Lunch served, good prizes, ev­ eryone welcome, tickets 25c.’ Won Prizes at Stratford Local entries were successful in winning prizes at the Perth County Horse Show in Stratford last week. In the Roadsters, Currie & Tervit took third in 15.2 or over class, 4th in the single 15.2 class and second in the pair open. In the single 15,2 class Clayton Fryfogle placed second. Attended Dinner at Clinton Mr. Kenneth Weaver, Lqgion Zone Representative, and Mr. H. Garlick, attended the Vimy dinner held by the Clinton Legion on Friday evening. Mr. Weaver gave a talk oil the work being carried on by the Legion as a whole. Mr. Turner, of Goderich, lec­ tured on the Vimy Pilgrimage. Shoe Bargains for Thursday, Friday and Saturday Men’s Oxfords, all sizes, very spec­ ial at $1,93 per pair; Boys' Oxfords, $1.89 per pair, all sizes; Women’s Shoes, Oxfords and Straps, $1.43 per pair; Girls’ Oxfords and strap shoes, .93 per pair, Sizes 8, 9, 10, 10%, 11, 12, 13„ 1 and 2, And during the months of April and May we give 5 times the usual coupon value, and the coupons will entitle you to beautiful gifts, ask about them and bring in your friends to help you out by buy­ ing their shoes at Willis’ Shoe Store. For instance, when you buy a pair of shoes at say $3.00, this will entitle you to coupon tickets amounting to $15.00, etc. It will not fake long to get a beautiful dinner set of high quality British make. Willis Shoe Store. W. C. T. U. HELD MONTHLY MEETING The President, Mrs. R, J, Tindall, Resigned. Due to ill health, Mrs. R. J. Tin­ dall, President of the W.C.T.U., hand­ ed in her resignation at the regular monthly meeting of the union held in the Baptist Church on Thursday af­ ternoon. Miss R. Lewis, Mrs. Jno. Anderson and Mrs. Tiffin were named a nominating committee to name a new president. The meeting opened with the hymn “Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling’” and prayer by Mrs, Kelly. The Scrip­ ture lesson, the 13th chapter of Rom­ ans, was read by Captain Rumford and Captain Barwick led in prayer. The President conducted the clip sheet which proved very interesting. The following is a recipe from Cob­ bers that was read: “Take one reck­ less fool, a couple of drinks of booze, and a motor car. Put the booze in the fool, the fool in the car, and watch carefully till accident point is reach­ ed. Then remove the remains of the fool, place in black satin-lined box,, and garnish with flowers.” Mrs. J. Anderson gave a reading and led in prayer and Captain Bar­ wick favored with a solo, Mrs. Jno. Gemmill led in prayer. . . The meeting was informed that Miss Duff, Field Secretary of the W. C. T. U. will visit Wingham schools from May 15th to the 19th. Work Shoes—Real Values, $1.98 to $3.95 at Greer’s Shoe Store. Underwent Operation Mrs. Gordon Deyell underwent a serious operation in Wingham Gen­ eral Hospital on Wednesday morning last week. We are pleased to report that she is progressing very favorably. Fractured Jaw On Thursday, Edward McBurney, East Wawanosh, had his jaw fractur­ ed in two places while assisting at a. wood-bee. A piece of the wood that was being sawed flew up hitting him in the jaw. Dr. Connell was called and had the injured man removed to Toronto General Hospital. $250,000 Bridge for Bayfield> A change in Government plans call for the construction of a large over­ head bridge actoss the Bayfield River, at Bayfield, costing a quarter of a million dollars, instead of $100,000, the first sum mentioned, James Bal- lantync, M.L.A for Huron, announc­ ed. The bridge, which will not be started until midsummer and will take two or more years to build, will span not only the river, but the entire gul­ ly and eliminate two steep hills and curves on either side of the present narrow structure. A.Y.P.A. Closing Meeting The A.Y.P.A. of St. Paul’s Angli­ can Church held its closing social 'on Monday evening. Following the us­ ual opening exercises, those present were divided into four groups and a newspaper was edited which consist­ ed of a Humour Section, a Dorothy Dixie Column, an Editorial Page, and a Social and Personal Column. This paper was read by Miss Doris Fells and was much enjoyed by all. Four groups were then formed and the members of each group were sent out to various parts of the town on a “Treasure Hunt”. On the return of the different groups with the various articles required, lunch was served. The meeting closed with the singing of the National Anthem. FINE ADDRESS WILL BE GIVEN APRIL 19 John F. Clark Will Speak on Horticulture “Beauties of the Horticultural World” is the subject of a lecture to be illustrated by Mr. John F. Clark, Lecturer in Horticulture for Ontario, in the Council Chamber on the even­ ing of Monday, April 19, beginning At 8 o’clock. This lecture illustrates a wide range of interesting plant life, with, special emphasis on Trees. It has been well received by many soc­ ieties and is most interesting and in­ structive, especially helpful will it be at the opening of Spring in this com­ munity. Everybody is cordially invited to attend this lecture and welcome Mt. Clark, who seldom visits a society ex­ cept on District occasions. For that reason we consider his visit quite A favor. We hope for a large attend* ante. Everybody welcome. Lecture free,