Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-10-28, Page 1■»?/ X / ante JS^7't With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. —fa———WWW——W .Single Copies Five Cents 1 WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28th, 1937 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year MRS. M. J. LOUGHEED HAD 90th BIRTHDAY .Family Gathering Held on Sunday in Her Honour. On Saturday, October 23rd, Mrs. Mary Jane Lougheed, Patrick St,, en­ tered her 91st year.. During the af­ ternoon and evening many called to extend congratulations to this grand old lady. She also received many .gifts and congratulatory messages, Sunday was a very happy day for .Mrs. Lougheed as a family gathering ■was held in her honour and at the noon hour thirty-six sat down to din­ ner With her gracing the head of the table. Three of her four daughters were present as were eleven of sev­ enteen grandchildren and nine of her .seventeen great-grandchildren. A year ago on the’ occasion of her •'89th birthday we spent a very pleas­ ant hour with this dear lady. Again "this year we called and we found that -she was still the bright, witty, in­ dustrious woman of a year ago. It is not the lot of many to reach her age -of four-score years and ten, but her added years do not appear a burden to this lovely old person who can car­ ry on a conversation of current and past events with accuracy and zest. Outside of her daily nap Mrs. Loug- •'heed is busy from morning' until ■night with her houshold duties. Truly of her it can be said she is ninety .years young, not ninety years old. Next Sunday she has planned to at- .tend the anniversary services in the United Church, of which she is a .member. She is also looking forward to a family picnic that is’planned for .next summer. We did not ask Mrs. Lougheed ■what she considered was the contrib­ uting factor in her being so healthy ■at such an advanced age; but from the several conversations that we have had with her we are certain that her wonderful sense of humour must have .a great deal to do with it. As we left she said “Thanks for calling on an -old tree,” but as we walked away our thoughts were not of an old tree but of a dainty, lovely, humorous and kindly soul with whom we had spent •a most pleasant hour. Institute Euchre October 28th The Women’s Institute 1 will hold .a euchre in the Council Chambers on Thursday evening, October 28th, at o’clock. Lunch will be served. Ev­ erybody welcome. Admission 25c. Half Holidays End This Week To-day (Wednesday), Oct. 27th, is -the last Wednesday half holiday for this year. Commencing next week the stores of Wingham will be open rfor business every day in the week •all,'day except on public holidays. Chimney Fire No damage resulted from the chim- .ney fire at Mr. Lowey’s residence on Victoria Street early Friday evening. This is the first call that the firemen have had since the new fire truck ar­ rived. Fortunately the. Chief did not find it necessary to use any of the •new equipment on the truck such as the booster tank. No hose was laid. Had Piece Of Bone Removed, Councillor R. H. Lloyd underwent •an operation for the removal of a piece of bone from his face in West­ ern Hospital, Toronto, on Friday. Mr. Lloyd’s face has been giving him trouble of late, the aftermath of his •accident of last December, when he fell off a ladder at the- factory and .fractured the bones of his face in •several places. He will be home to­ day (Wednesday) but will have to ireturn to Toronto for further treat­ ments. J TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS ’ Friends: i It is important at this time of j year to secure the renewal sub- v scriptions for yotir Wingham Ad- j -vance-Times. We are endeavouring j to give you a weekly newspaper i that will hold your reading inter* j est and be a credit to the com* ■ munity in which you live. ! A representative from this of* ? flee wilt call oii you personally at •' your home and we would apprec- i iate your favour of renewal and i co-operation, please. Thanking you again for your past support, Respectfully yours, ADVANCE-TIMES. HOSPITAL HELD ANNUAL MEETING Directors for the Ensuing Year Chosen., The first annual meeting of the Wingham General Hospital Limited, since it’ became a public enterprise, was held in the Council Chambers on Friday evening. Mr. W, H. French was elected as chairman of the meeting. He said we owe a debt of everlasting gratitude to the shareholders of the old com­ pany who put their substance into the Hospital knowing they would not re­ ceive’ any return on the investment. Their only hope was to alleviate suf­ fering and the saving of lives. The president of the Hospital Board, J. W. McKibbon, reported that a number of improvements had been made during the past year at *the hospital, The total n-umber of pa­ tients for the year were 335. These patients spent 3341 days- in the hos­ pital. He mentioned the fact that on­ ly trained nurses were now engaged .as under present department regula­ tions the ■ hospital was not carrying on as a training school as it .had for­ merly. There were over 50 births during the year and he stressed the need for a" maternity wing. In the absence of R. H. Lloyd, chairman of the property commtitee, Mr. H, Campbell reported that the kitchen had been redecorated and new linoleum laid. Eight new mat-, tresses had been purchased and the corridors decorated. The windows had been caulked and storm windows ordered. Linoleum has been laid in the first floor hallway also in two small rooms. The fire escape has been cleaned of rust and painted and plans for painting the exterior of the building are being made. This work will be done next year.. Mr. R. S. Hetherington gave the financial report which shows that the hospital broke even on last year’s op­ erations. He also reported that the number of patients during the past few months increased considerably. Directors Named The norpinating committee com­ posed of Miss Sara MacLean, J. H. Crawford and A. Cosens, brought in a report, naming the following direct­ ors, wliich was adopted: J. W. Mc­ Kibbon, Herbert Campbell, R. S. Hetherington, R. H. Lloyd, A. Lock­ ridge, W. W. Armstrong. The other members of the board are: Reeve F. L. Davidsottf county representative; Coun. W. VanWyck, Town Council representative, and’ Dr. R. C. Red- mdnd, representing the Medical As­ sociation. Mr. Cosens, the sec.-treas., read the minutes of the last meeting which were adopted. Reeve F. L. Davidson gave a short talk regarding indigent patients and the grant from the County Council. Masquerade Party and Dance A Hallowe’en Masquerade Party will be held at Powell’s School on Friday evening, Oct. 29th. Admission 25c. Ladies with lunch, Free. A fine program will be presented followed by lunch and dancing. Suffered Heart Attack Mrs. L. H. Bosman suffered a heart attack at her home in Bluevale on Thursday. On Sunday she was re­ moved to the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. H. Lloyd, in town. We are pleased to report that she is now very much improved, Enters Hardware Business Mr. Jim Thompson, former mem­ ber of the Bank of Commerce staff here, and recently with the branch at Dundalk, has resigned from the bank and will enter the hardware business in Listowel with his broth­ er, Rae, High Sehool Literary The High School Literary Society met Friday in the school auditorium and an enjoyable program was pre­ sented. John Gear presided and also gave his inaugural address to the scholars. The program consisted of a piano solo by Edith Weir; journal, Muriel Williams; critic’s remarks, by Principal W* S. Hall* Two short plays were enacted by a number of the scholars. The first “Scenes from Romeo and Juliet,” were taken by the fifth form students and commercial class. Miss Mabel Marshall took the part of Romeo, and Ruth Mitchell, Juliet* The second sketch, “St. Joan” was enacted by the following: Mar­ garet Aitken, Elgin Coutts, Ralph Baird and Harry Posliff. BAPTIST GROUPS THANK-OFFERING Dr, Pearl Chute, Retired Missionary from India, Gave Illustrated Lecture A thank-offering meeting was held by the Women’s and Young Women’s Circles of. the Baptist Church on Thursday evening. The President, Mrs. (Rev.) E. M. Loney, was in the chair. The special speaker for the oc­ casion was Dr. Pearl Chute, retired missionary from India, now residing in Toronto. She gave an illustrated lecture on the Akidu mission field where she and her husband, Rev. J. Chute, labored for 35 years. A short play was given entitled “Three Scenes in a Hindu girl’s life” by Misses, Gertrude, Louise and Marie Kelly, Mrs. Herbert Collar and Miss Betty Collar. A solo “O Zion Haste, Your Mission Now Fulfilling” was rendered by Mr. Frank Collar accompanied, by Mrs. G. C. Hanna. EVENINGAUXILIARY The October meeting of the Ev­ ening Auxiliary of the United Church in charge of Mrs. A. W. Irwin, was held on Tuesday evening last week at the home of Mrs. J. O. Habkirk. After the opening hymn and pray­ er, Miss Blanche Bennett read Psalm 118 and read a short article on Thanksgiving, which was in keeping with the Psalm. Miss Yvonne McPherson read two lovely poems “After, The Harvest” and “Thanksgiving." Mrs. W. J. Greer then addressed the meeting, and gave a very inter­ esting and inspirational talk On “Thanklessness”, which took the form of a Round Table Conference. She chose her theme from- Luke 17, in which Jesus cured the ten lepers, and only one returned to. give thanks. A very fine report of the Sectional Meeting at Brussels was given by Mrs. Chas. Lloyd, which she made very interesting. After the business of the meeting, refreshments were served,, and a pleasant time was spent socially. Final Saturday Night Dance Will be held at Al’s Dance Floor for this season. The, management take this opportunity J of thanking their patrons for their co-operation throughout the season. Send Them The Advance-Times • A student or teacher, son or dau­ ghter away from home would be de­ lighted to get the Advance-Times each we'ek. It is just like a letter from home. Special offer for Dollar Days, from now until June 1st, 1938, for $1.00. Will Celebrate 60th Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Homuth, Pat­ rick St., Wingham, will be at home to their friends Saturday, Oct. 30th, from three to five p.m., on the oc­ casion of their Diamond Wedding Anniversary. Lost Valuable Horse Mr. Omar Stokes, of Glenannan R. R. 1, had the misfortune to lose one of his best horses, a beuatiful black mare. The horses had not previously been sick and it is though that dur­ ing the night the mare had strained herself causing internal injuries. Fractured Leg \ Willis Hall, John Street, while working at Cook’s factory, fell and fractured his leg. The accident oc­ curred Tuesday* noon. He was .taken to Wingham General Hospital where the .fracture was reduced and is rest­ ing as comfortably as can be ex­ pected. Opportunity For Young Women An opportunity to give a limited number of unemployed girls between the ages of 18 - 30 training in the arts of home service is provided un­ der the Dominion-Provincial Youth Rehabitation Programme* Instruction wilt be given in cookery, laundry, cleaning aS well as budgettihg, per­ sonal hygiene, home nursing and child care. Trainees will live in resi- dense for three months* Room, board and tuition are free* A small altow- for use as pocket-money. Trainees Will be expected to accept a position in home service at the completion of the course. Tor further particulars see W* A, Galbraith, Town Clerk, who lias application forms* See James Oliver Cutwood’s “God’s Country and the Women” at the Ly­ ceum Theatre this week* UNITED CHURCH ANNIVERSARY NEXT SUNDAY Rev. Chas. E. Cragg, Former Pastor, Will Preach at Both Morning and Evening Services. Anniversary Services will be ob­ served in Wingham United Church on Sunday, October 31st, with two special services, at which Rev. Chas. ,E. Cragg, of Grace United Church, Toronto, will be the speaker. Mr. Cragg is a former pastor, having had five years of splendid ministry in this Church. The Choir of the church will furnish special music and will be as- sister at both services by Mrs. R. M. Maddock, soprano soloist from Ham­ ilton, and the Tuxis -male quartette from Listowel United Church. SPECIAL PICTURE THIS WEEK On Thursday, Friday and Saturday this week the Lyceum Theatre will present James Oliver Curwood’s “God’s Country and the Woman,” in technicolor. ’ This picture, taken in British Columbia, stars George Brent and Beverley Roberts. This is a pic­ ture of the great out-doors, a picture that pleased millions and one you will thoroughly enjoy. Has New Position Mr. Andrew Scott has accepted the position as clerk at the Queen’s Hotel. He -took over his duties on Tuesday. Hunting Pheasants Mr. H. L. Sherbondy is attending the pheasant shoot at Peelee Island on Thursday and Friday this week with a party of London friends. Fowl Supper Under the auspices of the Ladies of the Sacred Heart Parish on Wed­ nesday, Nov. 3rd, in the Council Chambers, Wingham. Bingo and oth­ er attractions. Jitney Dance at Al’s Dance Floor after. Admission 40c, Children 25c. Supepr served '5.30 to 8 p.m. Splendid Hospital Collection Last week ladies of the Woman’s Auxiliary to the General Hospital held a most successful collection of fruit and vegetables for the Hospital. 341 jars of fruit, jam and pickles were donated as were a quanity of vege­ tables such as pumpkins, squash, car­ rots, cabbages, potatoes and apples, also $6.15 in money. The Woman’s Auxiliary take this opportunity of thanking the citizens for their splen­ did co-operation. CKNX TO DOUBLE ITS POWER Will On Monday Become a 100-Watt Station. On and after Monday, November 1st, CKNX will be operated as a 100- Watt station, double the power that it has been using for the past year, When this station first operated it had a power of 10 watts. This was later increased to 25 watts and just a year ago the power was raised to 50 watts. ■ For many years W. T. Cruikshank ^operated- the station practically by himself but now the personnel of the Station is: W. T. Cruikshank, General Manager; B* Howard Bedford, Com­ mercial and Programme Director; Harty J. Boyle, Production and Mer­ chandising Director and Reg. Doug­ las* BRIGDE CLUB RE-ORGANIZED First Game Was Held Wednesday of Last Week. The first fall meeting of the Wing­ ham Bridge Club was held in the basement of the Masonic Temple on Wednesday evening last week. Prior to the play, officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows: President—A. J. Wilson. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. W. H. Waram. Secretary—Ken, Somers. Treasurer—John P. McKibbon. Tournament Com.: W. H. French,1 Chairman; J. Mason, C. Kingan, J. H. Crawford, G. Williams,. F, (Madill, W. W. Armstrong, Mrs. R. S. Heth­ erington, Mrs. A. J. Wilson, Eight and one-half tables enjoyed the play. The winners were as fol­ lows: North and South, 1st, Mrs. A. Wilson and Dr. G. Ross; 2nd, Mrs. C. B. Armitage and J. H. Crawford; 3rd, Mrs. J. H. Crawford and Harold Mitchell; 4th, Miss Y. McPherson and W. W. Armstrong. East and West: Mrs. G. Howson and Bruce Fox tied with Mrs. O. Colborne and R. S. Hetherington for 1st place; 3rd, Miss Dell Walker and Mrs. J. W. McKibbon; 4th, Mrs. R. S. Hether­ ington and D. Nasmith. The next game will be played November 3rd. OBITUARY Mrs. Wm. James Gibbs Gladys Matilda Williams, beloved wife of. William James Gibbs, Tor­ onto, passed away at the family resi­ dence, 248 Albany Street, on Friday, October 22nd. Mrs. Gibbs, who was in her 40th year, was a former resi­ dent of Wingham. She was born in London, England, and as a teen-aged girl came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Williams, to Canada, living at Ripley prior to moving to Wing­ ham. For a few years during the war she lived in Toronto and following her marriage she and her husband re­ sided here for five years, returning to Toronto where they have since re­ sided. She was a member of the Anglican Church. She leaves *to mourn her passing besides her sorrowing husband, three sons, Jack,- Billy and Ronnie. She- is also survived by her parents, Mr. and Mres. H. G. Williams, of Toronto, two brothers and four sisters, Edward of Wingham; Bert of Walkerton; Mrs. C. (Rose) Coups, Mrs. Harriette Carruth, Miss Kay Williams, of Tor­ onto, and Mrs. Clifford (Alice) Col­ lins, of London. The funeral was held from her late residence, Toronto, on Monday after­ noon. Burial took place in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto. Is General Manager of 4 Merged Companies The Premier Trust Company, with offices in London, Toronto and St. Catharines, has merged with the Se­ curity Loan and Saving Company, of St. Catharines. Mr. Thos. B. Holmes a former Wingham boy, is General Manager of the company. Fowl Supper Well Attended The Fowl supper held in St. Paul’s Anglican Church Sunday School rooms on Monday evening in con­ junction with the Harvest Festival J & * rxservice, was a great success. Uver 400 attended and the ladies of the church supplied a supper that was all that one could desire. Held Social Evening The members of the Legion and the Legion Auxiliary held a social evening in their room§ at the Ar­ mouries on* Tuesday evening. (Mr. J*- F. Anderson gave a most pleasing and instructive talk on his trip to France 10 years after the war, Old fashioned games were played which was followed by lunch, Westminister Guild The regular meeting of the West­ minister Guild of St, Andrew’s Pres­ byterian Church was held on Monday evening with the social committee in Charge. Following the opening hymn sentence prayers wereigiven by Helen Hammond and Anna Chittick. The scripture lesson was taken by Dor­ othy Lloyd and the explanation of same given by Miss Edna Carr* Miss Mary King contributed a violin solo and Miss Agnes Wiliamson told a Hallowe’en story, The remainder of the evening was spent in. playing cro- quinole* after which lunch was served, a hymn and. Benediction by Rev. K. MacLean brought the meeting to a close. FESTIVAL SERVICES HELD AT ST. PAUL’S Rev, Sextus K. Styles, B.D,, Preach­ ed in the Morning and! Rev. C, R. H. Wilkinson, M.A., of India, in the Evening. Harvest Festival Services were held in St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Sun­ day. The Church was beautifully dec­ orated with autumn flowers and leav­ es and fruits of the harvest, The Rec­ tor, Rev. E, L. Roberts, R.D., read the 65th and 103rd Psalms and the Scripture reading, the Sth chapter of Deuteronomy, was taken by Rev. Sex­ tus K. Styles, B;D., Rector of St. Olaves’ Church, Toronto, who was the special preacher for- the morning service. Rev.,Styles is a former Wingham- ite, as a young boy he lived here, leaving at the age of 12 years. He said he deeply appreciated coming back to St. .Paul’s Church, as it was there he first received the call to God’s work. He thanked God for be­ ing privileged to live in a country Where the Government acknowledged God. He chose for his .text the 17th verse of .the 14th chapter of Acts, “Nevertheless, he left not himself without witness, in that he did’ go’od, and gave us rain from heaven, and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness.” These words were spoken by Paul telling the peo­ ple of the one true God, who is al­ ways mindful of the needs of His peo­ ple. The unity of God is revealed in nature in that everything works to­ gether. His omni presence is seen in all growth. His reliability is found in the order that exists in nature every­ where, God is faithful in carrying out His promises. The genlteness. and quietness of God is shown in all evi­ dences of growth. He works His will quietly, unknown to. us. As a seed swells and grows and moves great rocks so great is God’s power that His ultimate power cannot be thwart­ ed. God is impartial in nature, the crops of the good man and the bad man get the same rain and sun. Flow shall we show our thanksgiv­ ing? By our thank-offering, and by a spiritual harvest. We should take every opportunity to speak the word that in that great day when we meet our Saviour we shall all be gathered into the shelter of His loving arms. The anthem “Thou Openest Thine Hand,” was sung by the choir with Mr. J. R. M. Spittai and Mr. C. Tem­ pleman taking the solo parts. The address was given at the even­ ing service by Rev. C. R. H. Wilkin­ son, M.A., of Palampur, India. The Psalms for this, service were the 148th and the 150th. 'Rev. Wilkinson based his remarks on “If the Christian liv­ ed according to that which he pro­ fessed to believe his religion would be irresistable to the Hindu.” He said there were 100,000 in India baptized into the Anglican religion each year. He said that those who were baptized into the Christian religion in India became outcasts to their own people. The raped of more workers in this field is very great, he declared. Mr. J. R. M. Spittai sang as a solo “Fear Ye Not, Oh Israel” and the Choir rendered the anthem “Sing to the Lord of Harvest,” the solo part being taken by iMr. C. Templeman. After the service he showed two motion picture reels of the life in In­ dia which were very interesting and, instructive. Novelty Dance Thursday, Oct. 28th At Al’s Dance Floor under auspices of Girls’ Softball Team. Shipped Two Bales Two large Bales of second-hand and new clothing have been shipped to Western Canada by St. Paul’s W. A. for distribution in the distressed areas of the West. Triple V Choir Assisted At St. Helens The Triple V Choir led in the ser­ vice of praise at St. Helen’s United Church Anniversary service Sunday evening. Mrs, Gordon Buchanan and Frank Collar sang solos. Twenty-five members were present with Jack Herd at the console of the organ. Fell Through Trap Doot On Wednesday last week, W. R. Cruickshank, clerk of Turnberry, fell through the trap door in the barn. He severely wrenched his hip and was taken to Wingham General Hos­ pital where he remained until Sun­ day. He is now resting as comfort* ably as can be expected at his home on the “B” Line* DOLLAR DAYS THURS., FRI., SAT. Wingham Merchants Plan Big Sett­ ing Event for This Week, Shop in Wingham — Your Logical Shopping Centre. Thursday, Friday and Saturday this week are Dollar Days. The merch­ ants of Wingham have been prepar­ ing for this great selling event for some time, Evfery household in this district has received a sales bill of this wonderful merchandising event, Read this bill carefully, it contains fine values in seasonable, high qual­ ity merchandise that will not only save you money but will please the .most critical shopper. All roads lead to Wingham, your logical shopping centre, and especial­ ly do they lead to Wingham on Dol­ lar Days for the stores of Wingham are ready to serve you with merch­ andise of superior quality priced so reasonably that it will pay you to out­ fit the family at this time. Pennant Denote Dollar Day Stores Every place of business taking part in this great merchandising event' will have the Dollar Day Pennants’ dis­ played on their windows. Shop at these stores for Dollar Day Values. Prizes (Value $67.00) Given Away With each dollar you .spend in the stores that advertised on the Dollar Day Bills you will receive a lucky ticket. Write your name and address on these tickets and deposit them in the ballot box in the store where you make your purchase and you may win one of the 8 beautiful prizes. No­ tickets will be given after 10.15 p.m. Saturday night and the draw will be made at 11.00 p.m. at the •' Hydro: Shop, where the prizes are on dis­ play. The Prizes: 1st, Upholstered Chesterfield Chair Value $30.00. 2nd, Walnut Coffee Table. 3rd, Lady’s Aeropack. 4th, Lady’s Toilet Case. 5th, Reversible Rug. 6th, Electric Table Lamp. 7th, Enamel Roasting Pan. Sth, Modernistic Vase. Shop at the stores displaying the Dollar Day Pennants, Thursday, Fri­ day and Saturday this week and you. may win one of the above prizes. Hospital Auxiliary Monday The regular meeting of the Wo­ men’s Auxiliary to the General Hos­ pital will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday, Nov. 1, at 3.45. Evening Rainbow Seen Somewhat of a phenomenon was observed near Langside one evening last week. It was a rainbow by moon­ light in the western sky. The rain­ bow appeared about 6.45 and disap­ peared about 15 minutes later. It had a perfect spectrum and was seen by several persons. Mrs. George Hark­ ness reported the incident to this of­ fice." Shows Fire Equipment of 1879 The contrast between the fire fight­ ing equipment of today and that of 1879 is evidenced by a copy of the Fire Record of that date which was handed into this office by Mr. Wm. KraUter. This old paper gives a fine description of the fire equipment of that time. It also contains many il­ lustrations of the same. The modern fire fighting equipment such as. our new motor truck, certainly gives fine protection compared with the ancient horse-drawn apparatus. Bell Telephone Pictures To Be Shown Here On Tuesday evening, Nov. 2nd, at 8 p.m., the Young People’s Society of Wingham United Church will hold their regular meeting. In addition to the usual business meeting, talking motion pictures will be shown by the courtesy of Mr. W. G. Hamilton* Manager of the Bell Telephone Co, These pictures depict the progress of the telephone from its inception as “an unpractical toy” to the present* day, when it can be used to reach al­ most anyone of the world’s 35,000,000 telephones, and are highly entertain­ ing, On account of the unique nat­ ure of this meeting, a full attendance is expected. Friends of members will be welcomed. The telephone motion pictures will also be shown on Tues* day afternoon at the High School, and on Wednesday evening, Nov. 3, at 8 o’clock at St. Andrew’s Presby* terlan Church* under the auspices of the Young People’s Society. Alt members and friends welcomed, .