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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-04-22, Page 1With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. "Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM; ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 22nd, 1937 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year i FINE HORTICULTURE LECTURE GIVEN Large fathering Was Present Mr. John F. Clark, official Horti- •-cultural lecturer for Ontario, gave a most interesting and instructive ad- ■ dress in the Council Chambers on Monday evening to a large and ap­ preciative audience, The lecture was .given under the auspices of the Wing- "ham Horticultural society. As the program of the Horticul­ tural Association for this year is one ■of tree planting on a huge scale, Mr. 'Clarke’s talk and illustrations espec­ ially emphasized “Trees” which he •showed as being provided by nature as a background for all beautiful , .scenes. Trees are the oldest and larg­ est living things. Their depletion throughout the years has resulted in soil drifting, floods, lower levels in large bodies of water and even health conditions have been affected. He de- .plored the ever increasing use of thousands of beautiful evergreens as Christmas trees which are used only for a few days then thrown away while one living tree planted on the ■ lawn would be there every day in the year, for years. Short and concise notes were given •on how to grow gladiolus, lilies, pan­ sies, roses and several other plants. This information may be obtained by writing to the Department at Tor­ onto. The evening began with on intro­ duction by W. A. Galbraith, the chair­ man, and an appropriate solo by Miss .Margaret Partushek accompanied by Miss Tena Reid. At the close of the meeting Mr. T. Fells, the president ■of the local society, spoke briefly. The meeting closed with the singing of God Save the King. OBITUARY Mrs. Alec McGee Death claimed one of the older resi­ dents of Bluevale on Thursday morn­ ing in the person of Frances (Sophia) Bell, widow of the late Alec McGee, in her 71st year. Mrs. McGee has been in failing health for some time although she was around her home as- usual until Wednesday when she was taken to the General Hospital, Wingham, where she passed away. She is sur­ vived by one son, Everett, one daugh­ ter, (Mary) Mrs. J. Anger passed ■away a year ago. The funeral service was held from the United Church on Saturday after­ noon. Interment took place in Wrox­ eter Cemetery. Rev. A. V. Robb con­ ducted the service. To Live on Minnie Street Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Hamilton mov­ ed into Mrs. Alma Falconer’s house, ^finnie Street, on Monday. Mr. I-Iam- is the new Manager of the Bell Telephone for this district. We wel­ come Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton and children to town. two Discontinuing Coupons We hereby give notice that on after Wednesday, April 28th, we not • give coupons with purchases. Those who have coupons will have up to Saturday, May 22nd Igo redeem them. and will King Bros. Hanna & Co.• * 28 Tables at Euchre The Euchre held under the auspices of the Oddfellows in their rooms on Friday night was a very successful affair. Twenty-eight tables enjoyed the play. The winners were: Ladies, Miss Margaret Campbell; Gentlemen, Barney Beninger; lucky draw, Archie Peebles. The proceeds were for the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the General Hos-. pital and they served a very delight­ ful lunch at the conclusion of the games. Rabbit Chase on Main Street Believe it or not, there was a rab­ bit hunt on Main Street on Friday morning. A small dog scented a rab­ bit back of Bondi’s store and the Chase was on. After some time the two came onto the main street and when they got as far as Olver’s gro­ cery store they were both so puffed out that neither could carry on the race with much zest. They went into Dr. .Connell's yard with the small making a last effort to capture prize, but it was so dead beat that the rabbit, although it could hardly hop, got away. Its freedom Was short lived, however, as another dog arriv­ ed on the scene and the rabbit pass­ ed oii to the rabbits' heaven or some such place. W. M. S. HELD THANK-OFFERING Mrs, R. McWhinney, of Dungannon, Was Guest Speaker. TRAINING COURSE WILL CONCLUDE FRIDAY HOME IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE FORMED The Spring thank-offering meeting of the W.M.S. of St, Andrew’s Pres­ byterian Church was held on Wed­ nesday with a good attendance. Mrs. W. J. Henderson presided. The Scrip­ ture'' lesson was read by Miss Mar­ garet Anderson, followed by a season of prayer, those participating being Mrs. William Williamson, Mrs.. Geo. Wilson and Mrs. John Currie. A pleasing solo was repdered by Mrs. Donald Rae, accompanied by Mrs. Kenneth MacLean. The guest speaker was Mrs. Rich­ ard McWhinney, of Dungannon, a past president of the Women’s Pres- byterial of Huron County. Words of appreciation on behalf of the speaker we.re given by Mrs. K. MacLean. At the close of the meeting a social half- hour was spent with Mrs. William Mitchell as convener, assisted by Mrs. W. E. Hammond, Miss Beatrice Gra­ ham and Mrs. E. R. Harrison. One Cent Sale - The big shopping event ends -Saturday at McKibbon’s Drug Store. Standard Formaldehyde 25c lb. Central Lea- night in the several mat- Annual Meeting of Women’s Institute The April meeting of the Women’s Institute will b’e held in the Council Chamber, on Thursday afternoon, Ap­ ril 29th, at 2.30 when the annual re­ ports of the society will be received, followed by the election of officers for the coming year, and it is hoped every member will endeavour to be present. Manager Appointed The Executive of the gue Club met Tuesday Council Chamber- when ters of importance were dealt with. Mr. Sam. Campbell, C.P.R. agent, ac­ cepted the position of manager- of the baseball team. It was decided that the club would sponsor a girls’ soft- ball team and will get in touch with Blyth, Brussels, Ripley, Lucknow and Teeswater re forming a girls’ softball league. Grand Master of Ontario West Coming to Wingham Turnberry Royal Scarlet Chapter will be host to R. W. Bro. Geo. Mc- Com.be, Grand Master of the Loyal Orange Association and his party, on Saturday evening, May 15th, in the Oddfellows’ Hall, Josephine Street. Bro. McCombe will be accompanied by the Western District Degree team of .‘Toronto and by Rev. M. Zeldman who will be the guest speaker at the annual Church Service of L.O.L. 766 at Bluevale United Church, Sunday, May 16th, at 11 a.m. Mr. Z-eidman will speak Sunday evening in St. And­ rew’s Presbyterian Church. CENTRAL LEAGUE CLUB TO OPERATE i ----------------- Enthusiastic Meeting Held Thursday Evening. It was feared for some time that the Central League baseball club Would go by the board this year as only a handful attended the first meet­ ing. It was a different situation on Thursday night, however, when there was a good turn-out and the meeting was an enthusiastic one. Stewart Cowan, the treasurer, re­ ported a balance of $34.05, after op­ erating the Junior Hockey Club this year. Flans are being made to raise more funds tto purchase the balance of the uniforms. The following officers were elected: President—R. A. Coutts. Vice Pres.—N. Williamson. Sec.-Treas.—Frank Sturdy. Committee—E. Wild, O. grove, James Sell. Chairman of Property Committee— Stewart Cowan. This club may operate a ladies’ softball team this year but this is not definitely decided. It may be that the Gentral League will play O.B.A.A. “C” ball this year, which, we think, would be a better arrangement. It is expected that Blyth will play Central League ball this year, and if they do, Auburn will follow* suit. There is also talk of Whitechurefi and St Helens combining to play Central bail. If this happens, it will mean that the Maitland League will not op­ erate this year. These four teams would make a good group for the Centra! League. Hasel- Session Held on Friday and Monday Nights Last • The fourth and fifth meeting of the Leadership Training course were held in»-the United Church on Friday and Monday night respectively. The con­ cluding meeting will be held on Fri­ day night. On Friday night the Bluevale Y. P .S, had charge of the worship per­ iod with their president, George John­ ston leading. The Hymn “O Worship the King” was sung and Jean Hueston led in prayer, Alice Thornton favour­ ed with a solo. Carl Johnston read the scripture lesson, Isaaih 4: 1-11. A solo was rendered by Ross Smith. The usual two study periods were ob­ served and between them a recreation time was enjoyed with Rev. Mr. Ma­ honey leading. On Monday night the Blyth W. P. U. led in the worship period. Miss Margaret Hiron, their president - in charge. "Rise Up O Men of God” was sung followed with prayer by Harold Whiteman. Kathleen Logan took the scripture reading, then Harold White- man and Glen Hechnie sang a duet. The Worship story was given by Eliza Godkin. Following the singing of "O God Our Help1 in Ages Past” the two study periods were held and be­ tween then a recreational session was held. The meeting closed with the hymn "Day is Dying In the West” followed by the Benediction. Joins Hanna Staff Harold Mitchell has accepted a po­ sition with Hanna & Co. clothing­ store. He commenced, his duties last week. Will Attend Synod Rev. Kenneth MacLean and Mr. John D. Homuth will attend the Pres­ byterian Synod of Hamilton and Lon­ don District which will be held in Sarnia on Monday, Tuesday and Wed­ nesday next week. Having Face Lifted The Hydro Building has been und­ ergoing face-lifting operations this past few days. When completed the building will have a rough white coat of stucco which will add greatly to the appearance of our main street. Coping is also being built on top of the walls. Attending Provincial W. M .S. Mrs. Kenneth MacLean, Mrs. W. J. Henderson and Mrs. T, A. Currie are attending the Ontario Provincial W. M. S. of the Presbyterian Church in Canada which is being held in Lon­ don Monday, Tuesday and Wednes­ day this week. Mrs. J. R. Greig, of Bluevale, is also in attendance. Chesley Strikers Back to Work After a five-day strike the employ­ ees of the Chesley Manufacturing Co., furniture workers, returned to work on Monday. The men struck because three of the employees were dismiss­ ed. One of them was taken back and another will be as soon as there is an opening. .The third was a man of ad­ vanced years is unable to earn the ‘code requirements. Blyth Girl Sentenced Evelyn Whiteman, Blyth, was sen­ tenced to six months in the Ontario Reformatory when she appeared be­ fore Magistrate J. A. Makins. She had previously pleaded guilty to four charges of theft of clothing from a Dublin dance’1 hall. Wesley Taman, Blyth, was given suspended sentence on payment of costs on .charge of stealing an overcoat from the same dance. He pleaded guilty and the magistrate took into consideration this was his first offence. Brussels Institute Elects At the annual meeting of the Brus­ sels Women’s Institute held on Fri­ day the following officers were elect­ ed for the ensiling year. President, Mrs. H. Speir; 1st Vice-Pres., J, S. Armstrong; 2nd Vice-Pres., C. Matheson; sec.-treas., Miss E. Armstrong; assist, sec., Mrs. J. Son; pianist, Mrs, W. C. King; assist pianist, Mrs. R. Thomson; press re­ ported, Mrs. W. ector, Mrs. R. J. ors, Mrs. R. F. Bryans, Mrs. J, Galbraith, Mrs. R. Thomson, Mrs. John Graham, Mrs. L. W. Eckmiet, Mrs. Alex. Strachan; relief committee, Mrs, Alex. Strachan, Mirs, R. Downing, Mrs. John Oliver; emergency fund treasurer, Mrs. W. S. Scott; auditors, Mrs. A. Strachan, Mrs. Mrs-. May Gib- Moorej district dir- McLauchlin; direct- Downing, Mi's. J. Councillor H. T. Thomson Heads Committee. TRAFFIC CHARGES LAID AGAINST BRUSSELS MAN HEAR FINE TALK ON CORONATION TRAVELOGUE ON * TUESDAY, MAY 4th Mr. George H. Langan, of Strat­ ford, Superintendent of Employment Service of Canada, for the counties of Perth, Huron and Bruce, was in town on Friday and at his instigation a local committee was formed to foster the Home Improvement Plan in Wingham and vicinity. The Commit­ tee will likely have more members added at a later date. The present committee is as follows: Chairman—Cbun. H. T. Thomson. .Secretary—W. A, Galbraith. Committee Members — Mayor J. W. Hanna, L. R. Blackwood, J. R. M. Spittai, Richard H. Lloyd, W. VanWyck, W. W. Armstrong. The Home Improvement Loan Plan now being made by the Chartered Banks, in co-operation with the Do­ minion Government, to enable home­ owners, both rural and urban, to im­ prove and modernize theii- homes, has been further extended to the farmer, for the purpose of improving all farm buildings and fences. The question might arise, “What is a Home-Owner?” It is obvious that a man who owns’his home with­ out encumbrances is a home-owner, but the home modernization plan goes further than this. Any person who owns a home, although it is mortgag­ ed or bought under an agreement of sale, is entitled to all the privileges of the loan providing he can show sufficient income that the payments will be taken care of within the fam­ ily budget or by increased revenue. The loans are available for any am-’ ount up to $2000 and payments are spread oyer a period of three years at 3K% discount. No security is re­ quired and this is the lowest rate of interest ever offered for this class of loan. Mr. Langan will be back in Wing­ ham shortly to consult with mittee and the Council, and mittee will likely start to immediately after that. the com- the com- function "Money Saved” by buying at Rexall One Cent Sale, ends Saturday at Mc­ Kibbon’s Drug Store. Full strength Formaldehyde 25c a pound. Will Have Office Here The Towland Construction Co. have rented office space on the second floor of the Hydro building. It is expected they will open the office here about May 1st. Large Calf Born Tom Cassels owns a Holstein cow that gave birth to a very large calf. It was born week and its morning was sidered very calf. on Tuesday night last weight on Wednesday 160 lbs., which is con- heavy for a new-born in orchestra to many in Won at Stratford S. R. Byles, B.A., of London South Collegiate Institute, a brother-in-law of Dr. and Mrs. R. L. Stewart, was leader of the orchestra that won both senior and junior trophies at the Stratford Musical Festival. Last year he won two gold medals competition. Received Gifts from Japanese Emperor It will be of interest this district to know that recently Dr. Chas. MacLean Fraser, Professor of Zoology and Marine Biologist of the University of Vancouver, B.C.. had a call from Hon. S. Kato, Japanese Minister to Canada, and presented him with two Cloissane vases, a gift from the Emperor of Japan. The vas­ es are 5^2 inches high, bright red in color, with a dcs.ign of cherry blos­ soms. Dr. Fraser is a brother of Mrs. Richard Johnston and Mrs. Arthur Shaw, of Bluevalc, and of Mr. W. H. Fraser of town. CONGRATULATIONS DUE EX-WINGHAMITE Mr. Robert H. King was appointed Vice President and Director of the Robert Simpson Company, Montreal, Limited, at the annual meeting held in Toronto recently. Mr. King has been General Manager of the Mont­ real stores of the Company since 1933. Mr. King left Witigham to join the Robert Simpson Co. at Toronto in 1924. Prior to his departure he was associated with his brother, the late Thomas C. King, in the operation of King Pros, store. We extend congratulations to Mr. King on his continued success. Thought At Time He Was Escaping Bandits, Not Police. Ian MacDonald, of Brussels, will face two charges in Stratford police court on April 28th, one for reckless driving and one under the Highways Traffic Act, under which he is alleged to have had the markers improperly attached to the rear of his car. Pro­ vincial Police Officers Douglas and Anderson, three weeks ago, chased the Brussels car with Ian MacDonald and his father, Archie. The officers thought the MacDonalds were hold­ up men and the MacDonalds thought the two were after them to hold them up. Archie, the father, is still recup­ erating from the nervous strain al­ though somewhat improved. The two MacDonalds intimated once that they might take civil action. Rexall "One Cent Sale” this week at McKibbon’s D^ug Store. Standard Formaldehyde 25c a pound. The Ladies’ JLi1>eral Association Will hold their regular monthly meeting in the Council Chamber on Thursday evening, April 29th. City Mission Rev. C. N. Good,will speak on Fri­ day at 8 p.m., also he will be in charge of the services on Sunday, April 25, at 3 and 8 p.m. You are Welcome. Dates Set for Plowing Match The dates for the Provincial Plow­ ing Match which will be held at Fer­ gus this year have been set for Oc­ tober 12th to 15th, Tuesday to Fri- Saturday Night Dance In the Armouries under Legion auspices. Florence Saure’s Mildmay Night-Owls Orchestra. Admission— 25c, tax included. A good time at small cost. • Preached at Smith’s Hill Rev. J, F. Anderson, pastor of the United Church, preached at Smith’s Hill on Sunday evening. Rev. Mr. Wylie, of Benmiller, conducted the service in the United Church here. Underwent Operation Miss Margaret MacLean underwent an operation in St. Michaels Hospital, Toronto, on Tuesday morning. We are pleased to state that she came through the ordeal satisfactory. Miss MacLean’s many friends wish for her a very speedy recovery. Fined on Assault Charge George Harris, a resident of near Fordwich, was on Thursday ordered by Magistrate J. A. Makins to pay a fine of $5 with costs of $15.50 for assaulting Emmerson Downie. He was also bound over to keep the peace for one year. Canadian Won Boston Marathon Walter Young, 20-year-old Canad­ ian from Verdun, Que., won the Bos­ ton Marathon on Monday. This race is considered the classic of its kind and Young finished in front of over 200 others who struggled over the 26-mile course hoping to win this great honor. Has Very Sore Eye At the recess period at the Public School on Monday morning, Robert Prentice, 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Prentice, Shuter St., got some foreign matter in his eye that is causing him much pain. He was playing catch at the time and was about to receive the ball when he felt something enter his eye. Dr. Craw­ ford is attending the lad, and it is expected that he will be O.K. shortly, but in the meantime he will .have a Very sore optic. Work to Start on Highway Soon Work is expected to start on pav­ ing Highway No. 4 into Wingham about May 1st. Mr. George H. Lang- ail, of Stratford, Superintendent of Employment Service of Canada, for this district, was in town on Friday and left work cards with Town Clerk W. A. Galbraith. Te division of em­ ployment will be 50% relief, 25% un­ employed and 25% contractor’s men. The Towland Construction Company of London, who have this contract, arc anxious to get this job completed as they have another contract at Port Elgin. Old Lady: “Isn’t it wonderful how one policeman can dam the flow of traffic?” Boy: ”Yes, Grannie; but you should hear the bus drivers!” Interesting Explanation of Coronation Service Was Given. Toll Brothers Will Give Talk opr “Hitch-Hiking ’Round the World” A most interesting address on the Coronation, illustrated by fifty color­ ed lantern slides, was given in the Town Hall on Tuesday evening und­ er the auspices of the Wingham Leg­ ion and its Ladies’ Auxiliary, by Major the Rev, F. Gwynne Light­ bourn, B.A., B.D., of Stratford. Few except those who have made a study of the coronation ritual have any great knowledge of the parts of the service and of the elaborate ves­ ture and ornaments delivered to the King during the ceremony, Major Lightbourn has made a study of the records of- British coronations from the sixth century to the present, time. He explained the development of the ritual and the regalia and the way in which the service of inauguration has grown with the expanding idea of the monarchy showing such significant parts of the service as the recogni­ tion, the anointing, the investiture With robes, orbs, sceptres and crown, the ironization and the homage of the bishops, princes and peers. There was a splendid attendance and the lecture was thoroughly en­ joyed. The Major told the story of the Coronation in a most instructive and pleasing manner and his explan­ ation of the various steps were most interesting and instructive. The Major was introduced to his audience by Kenneth Weaver, Pres­ ident of the Legion. Miss Cora Phair officiated at the piano and Mr. Ross Howson operated the lantern. The illustrated travelogue “Hitch-­ Hiking ’Round the World’’ which Will be given in the United Church Tues­ day evening, May 4th, is a story o£ youth and adventure. The story of Toll Brothers who hiked their way around the world, paying for trans­ portation approximately $75 each. This lecture has been a very pleas­ ing feature at many churches through­ out Canada and the proof of the in­ terest taken in it is that it has been given twice in many places and the second lecture was attended by a larger gathering. . The lecture has been classed as the, most thrilling travel story eyer told, in America and reports from centres where they have been privileged to hear of this great adventure confirm this statement. WEDDINGS Caldwell - Govier quiet wedding was solemnized at "Rexall One Cent Sale’’ now going on at McKibbon’s Drug Store. Full Strength Formaldehyde 25c a pound. Lectured on Africa A very interesting lecture was giv­ en in the United Church on Wednes­ day -evening last week, under the aus­ pices of the Women’s Missionary Soc­ iety, by Denzil G. Ridout, of Toronto. The lecture, which was illustrated, was on the missionary work in Africa. Boys Inaugurate Swimming Season On Sunday a couple of boys went for a swim at the C.P.R. bridge or should be say “dip.1 pretty early for a Maitland, and we thought so also as the chilly water as ible. This is about any swimming in the Maitland has been recorded. The water is cold, no doubt about that. If you do not believe us, ask Ken. Somers. He found that the best way to cross a creek is in one jump, not two. April 18th is plunge into the think the boys they got out of quickly as poss- the earliest that NO CHANGE IN STRIKE SITUATION General Motors Employees at Oshawa Still Out. As we go to press there is little or no change in the General Motors strike situation at Oshawa. The hold­ up apparently is the fact that no re­ cognition is made of the Committee for Industrial Organization. Mayor Hall, of Oshawa, presented to the men an offer from General Motors which is reported to be aS follows, a 44-hour week of four 9- hour days and one eight-hour day, time and a half for overtime and an increased wage schedule. He said the statement was signed by James B. Highficld, General Motors plant man­ ager. This was turned down by the men as it did not recognize the C. I. O. • On Saturday a meeting was held between Premier Hepburn, General Motors officials and representatives of the men at the Parliament Buildings but broke up when Premier Hepburn claimed the representatives of the men were carrying on negotiations by remote control with the C.I.O. offic­ ials, by the use of the telephone. i The- General Motors officials wore to have met a committee from the men on Tuesday but this was post­ poned until this, afternoon (Wednes­ day). The General Motors employees of the United States will not go on strike in sympathy but the C.I.O. say they Will finance the Oshawa strike. Mayor Hal! who called on the em­ ployees of the United States to strike if the C.I.O. were sincere, said on Monday that the men at Oshawa were being dttped. It is reported that many of the men 1700 of the 3000, are ready to go back to work. A the United Church manse, Blyth, by Rev. R. A. Brooks, when Margaret Kathleen, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Govier, of East Wawa- nosh, was united in marriage to Earl J. Caldwell, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Caldwell, also of EastWa- •Wanosh. The bride wore a becoming gown of blue flowered crepe while her at­ tendant, Miss Margaret Caldwell, sis­ ter of the groom, chose navy blue flowered silk. The groom was attend­ ed by Murvin Govier, brother of the bride. Following the ceremony, a wedding supper was served at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George McGowan. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Caldwell will reside on the groom’s farm on No. 4 Highway, two miles north of Blyth. Hastings - Hastings A quiet marriage was solemnized at Knox Presbyterian Church Manse, Bluevale, at 7 o’clock on Friday ev­ ening, April 16th, when Edna May, second daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hastings, 9th concession, Turnberry Township, and Mr. Har­ old Hastings, son of Mrs. A. Has­ tings and the late Mr. David Has­ tings, of Ridgetown, Kent County, were united in marriage. They were attended by Mrs. George Day, sister of the bride and Mr. George Day. The bride was dressed in black taff­ eta silk with yellow accessories. Rev. J. R. Greig, pastor of Blue­ vale and Eadies’ congregations, per­ formed the ceremony. The young couple will reside in Ridgetown. Appointed Deputy Minister E. A. Horton, assistant inspector in the department of municipal affairs, has been appointed deputy minister of municipal affairs, succeeding H. L. Cummings, dismissed, Premier Mit­ chell Hepburn announced. Won Second Prize at Stratford Miss Alice Williamson and Miss Maria Lembke, of Kitchener, won second prize in class 63, piano duet, at the Stratford Musical Festival on Monday evening. Miss Williamson is a daughter of Mrs. Wm. Williamson of town. They were only four points behind the winners who also defeated them by a close margin at the Can­ adian National Exhibition last fall. It Won’t Be Long Now Big league baseball got under way on Monday and the International swings into action on Thursday. It will not be long until we will be play­ ing this game in this district. The Bruce League club expects to field a strong team again this year and the Central League gang will be strength­ ened also. It looks as if we will see plenty of good ball this year. Hanover Strike Settled The strike which started at Han­ over a week ago last Saturday when employees of the William Kncchtel Milling Company walked out, has been settled and the men returned to their jobs on Saturday just as soon as an agreement was reached. Mayor A, J. Metzger, general manager of the company, declined to give out terms of the agreement reached with the men, bitt stated they were satis­ factory to both the men and to the company. Strikers demands were for shorter hours and increased wages. 'There were less than 20 men in* volved.