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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-04-28, Page 1yipy . the propa- He and the Worthies chored the Presbyterian Church be- the National Church of Scot- on the curve, proving speedsters pay more attention to their cem- than to any regulation or warn* that can be devised. Master to Visit Here Worshipful Wm. J. Miller, Master, of Grand Orange of Ontario West, will visit With Which Is Amalgamated Th© Gorrie Vidette and Wrojceter News. ■Single Copies Five Cents BAPTISTS ELECT CHURCH OFFICERS Progress Shown by Annual Reports The annual business meeting of,the John Street Baptist Church was held on Wednesday evening, April 20th, the pastor, Rev. E. iM. Loney, presid­ ing. Reports from the various organiza­ tions of the church for the year end­ ing March 31st, 1938, showed encour­ aging progress. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Deacons: Mr. George Pocock, John Kelly, Mr. John Falconer, H. Mundy. Treasurer—Mr. H. Collar. Organist^ Mrs. G. C. Hanna. Trustees: Mr. H. Mundy, Mr. John Kelly, iMr. A. Cosens, Mr. George Po- cock, Mr. John Falconer, Pocock. Auditors: Miss M. E. Merrill Cantelon. Church Clerk: Miss K. Mr. Mr. Mr. Walter Fisher, Mr. Pringle. MAILING LIST CORRECTED The Mailing List has ben corrected . 'up to and including Saturday, April 23rd. Please examine your label and if there have been any errors, kindly .■advise this office at once. If you find that your label reads in arrears an early settlement will be greatly ap­ preciated. See The New Oxfords The Wembley, for men, in both Bal and Blucher, High Grade Calf Ox- • fords, reasonably priced. Willis Shoe Store. Held Successful Tea The ladies of the Altar Guild of St. Pauls’ Anglican Church held a suc­ cessful tea and sale of homemade bak­ ing in the basement of the church, on Saturday afternoon. Named Director Mrs. Robert Davidson, of Dungan­ non, was elected a director of the Rural Trustees’ Section at the On­ tario Educational Association Con­ vention last week. Held Smart Dance The Tennis Club Dance held in the Armouries on Thursday evening was ■one of the smartest dances held here in many a day. Norm. Harris and his hand from Guelph furnished the music which made a big hit with the danc- -ers. The hall was beautifully, decor- -ated in a very original manner. The. attendance was not as large as was hoped for but those, who were present report the best dance yet. Russian Churches Attacked Russia’s leaders announced in midst of Greek Orthodox Easter ser­ vices attended by thousands, that a sweeping “liquidation” of counter-re­ volutionary plotters is under way in Moscow’s churches and monasteries. The purge of the alleged ecclesiastical conspirators, said to have been allied with Germany and Japan, threatened to close Moscow’s 20 remaining churches — all that are left of 430 temple’s of worship after two decades of anti-religious "Godless” ganda. NEW MANAGER AT WALKER STORp Mr. Harold Garlick, who has been manager of the Walker Stores, here, for the past seven years, has resigned and his position has been taken over by Mr. C. E. Richey, of Arnprior.^f During his seven years in Wingham Mr. Garlick has been a popular citiz­ en and has taken a great interest in the various activities of the town. His greatest interest was probably the Chamber of Commerce and his assist­ ance in several carnivals that were staged was invaluable, Last fear he was President of this organization. He also took an active interest in sport. He was head of the Town Hockey League for several years and for a season was President of the baseball club. The people of this district will be very sorry that Mr. and Mrs. Garlick, Doreen and David, will be leaving our midst. Mt*. Richey has been with the Wal­ ker Stores for a number of years and has had a wide experience in merch* andlsing. He Is a married man, his wife add two sons, Douglas and Ron­ ald, will be locating here in a few weeks’ time. We extend a hearty weL come to Mr. Richey and his family, WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 28th, 1938 Subscriptions $2,00 Per Year OLD FORM OF SERVICE WAS USED Service in Commemoration of the Signing of the National Covenant In Scotland Held in St. Andrew’s Church Sunday Evening A very large congregation was present at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on Sunday evening. The ser­ vice, was a Conventicle, Public Wor­ ship after the Old Form, and was held in commemoration of the Sign­ ing of the National Covenant in Scot­ land, February 2§th, 1638, The Cov­ enant was signed in Grayfriar’s Churchyard, Edinburyh and is consid­ ered “The Marriage of the Scottish Nations to God.” The service was carried^ out in the form used by the early Presbyterians, The congrega­ tion sat while singing the Psalms and Paraphrases and were led by Mr.John A? MacDonald, South Kinloss, who acted as Precentor. The congregation stood during Prayers and the Collect­ ion was taken by using Boxes on poles. Rev. Austin L. Budge, M. A. of Hamilton, clerk of the Synod of Ham­ ilton and London, was the special preacher for the occassion. Mr. Budge is a former East Wawanosh old boy and is well known in this community. The subject of his address was “The Land Betilah.” His text was the 4th verse of the 62nd chapter of Isaiah, “Thou shall no more be termed for­ saken; neither shall thy hand any more be termed Desolate; but thou shalt be called Hephzi-bal, and thy land Beu­ lah; for the Lord delighteth in thee, and thy land shall be married.” He said he was here to give a spark or two of emotion in connec­ tion with the Synod, to kindle a little interest. The Presbyterian Church throughout the world is celebrating a great event that took place 300 years ago and to-night are observing this connection with the meeting of the Synod. # The National Covenant was signed 300 years ago is the centre of a con- traversary that lasted 130 years. This period is divided into 2 parts, 80 years before the signing and 50 years after. The period began with the Scot­ tish people needing something and God gave them Presbyterianism with John Knox as Leader. The church of Rome under a strong effort to regain its power supported by mary, Queen of Scots, the kings of that time, James I and Charles I did not like, the dem­ ocracy of the Presbyterian church and instituted the Anglican form of wor­ ship. When a church proceeds to change anything it should be allowed to fol­ low their own way. The people said to the king we will give you our body and estate but not our souls. James said no you do as I say. This was the struggle for Freedom. The Ministers and Readers were pushed aside but the people kept on strug­ gling until the National Covenant was signed by 19-20ths of the’Nation. All this was during the first 8Q years. To withstand the suppressions took men and women of courage, he said. Some say John Knox was cruel but he did not put people to death or imprison them, until came land. The last fifty years he divided into two parts. The Great Big Betrayal and the Great Surprise. Oliver Crom­ well promised., he would support the Presbyterian church and he did not. Charles II when lie came into power persecuted the people. This was the Great Betrayal, he said. Charles said all ministers must get a Government license,1 he tried to stop the Coven­ anters from meeting in the open. Then not more htan five were allowed to gather. This service to-night is a memorial he said, to the 19,000 who were persecuted. ’ We are celebrating an event of 300 years ago and many present are the decendents of the people who signed that Covenant. We believe, he Said, that to-day as the struggle is kindled for religious liberty in Europe that the children of those Covenanters ought to play a great part for liberty and truth, oven suffering for it. He closed his sermon with these words: Make Canada Beulah Land, Married to God, To-day, what ever church yotti belong to, unite with me in the Prayer that we make Canada Beulah Land, married to God, To the Rulers give what is due to them but to (Sod wo will give our soults. In giving out the intimations, Rev. Kenneth MacLean, extended to all a OBITUARY David Allan McLean There passed away at his home in Laurel, on Monday, April 24, David Allan McLean, son of the late Mr, and Mrs. Charles McLean, in his fif­ ty-eighth year. Mr. McLean had been in ailing health for some lime, having suffered a stroke three years ago which confined him to his bed. The late Mr. McLean was born in Arthur where he resided for many years. Five years ago he, removed to Laurel where he carried on a general store and Post Office. He was a Presbyter­ ian in religion, a member of the Loy­ al Orange Lodge, and a staunch con­ servative. Left to mourn their loss is his wife, formerly Ethyl Donald; one daughter, Jean; two sisters, Mrs. John Wilford and Mrs. Jerry Sullivan, both of Preston; and one brother, Thomas J. McLean, of town. The funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon. In­ terment in Arthur cemetery. Call at Willis’ Shoe Store For Boys’ Boots and Oxfords. Lea­ ther or Panco Soles in these lines. Closely priced $1.98 to $2.95. Clinton Installing New Courses Contracts for furnishing and equip­ ping rooms at the Collegiate at Clin­ ton for Home Economics and Shop Practice have been awarded. Suffered Stroke We regret to report that Mr. John Stevenson suffered a stroke on Thurs­ day of last week. His many friends will wish for him a speedy recovery. Hospital Auxiliary Meets May 2nd The regular meeting of the Wo­ men’s Auxiliary to the Wingham Gen­ eral Hospital will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday, May 2, at 3.45. Exchanged Pulpits * Rev. J. F. Anderson preached on Sunday in St. Andrew’s United Church, Chatham. Rev. Mr. Preston of Chatham, conducted the services in the United Church here. Bowlers’ Annual, Thursday The annual meeting of the Wing­ ham Bowling Club will be held in the Council Chambers at 8 p.m. on Thurs­ day this week. All members are ently requested to be present. Euchre, Friday, April 29th The Women’s Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital will a Euchre in the Oddfellows’ Lodge Room on Friday evening,' April 29th, commencing at 8 o’clock. Everyone is invited. Lunch served. Admission 25 cents. urg- the hold Off for North Country "Ukulele Bill and his Hill Billies” who have been stationed here during the winter months left on Friday for Northern Ontario where they will carry on engagements for the sum­ mer. Their headquarters will be at New Liskeard. Bridge Club A regular meeting of the Wingham Bridge Club was held on Wednesday evening last week. The results wore as follows: North and South — Mrs. D. B. Porter and J. H. Crawford; Miss Y. McPherson and George Wil­ liams; Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and A. M. Bishop; Mrs. G. Ross and K. Somers. East and West — Mrs. W. H. French and iMrs. A. Wilson, Mrs. A. E. VanStone and W. H. French, tied; Mrs. O. Colborne and R. S. Hetherington; Mrs. W. H. Waram and M. Roberts. (Walkerton B.Y.P.U. Entertained The Wingham Baptist Young Peo­ ple’s Union had as their guests Mon­ day evening some twenty members of the Walkerton B.Y.P.U. Miss Joan Tolton, president of the Walkerton Union, presided. Previous to handing over the meeting, Louise Kelly of the local union gave an address of wel­ come. The Walkerton members gave the program, brass duet, Bruce and George Kelsey; Scripture reading, Marguerite Tolton; topic “Marks of a Christian” by Pearl White. In con­ clusion lunch was served by the Wingham group .and a“ social time of games enjoyed. hparty invitation to atend the meet­ ings of the Synod. The service closed with the singing of “O God of Bethel” and Mr. Mac­ lean premotmeing the Benediction, A bouquet of flowers on the Altai* were placed there in memory of the late Wm. Robertson, who passed on & year ago. LUCKNOW MINISTER NAMED MODERATOR LOCAL AND PERSONAL Rev. now, of Charles H, MacDonald, Luck- Chosen Moderator of the Synod Hamilton and London of the Presbyterian Church. Mayor Hanna Welcomed the Synod Members and Presented Key of the Town. At the sixty-fourth meeting of the Synod of Hamilton and London of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, which opened in St. Andrew’s Church here on Monday night, Rev. Charles H. MacDonald, B.A., of Lucknow, was unanimously chosen Moderator. He was proposed by Rev. Kenneth MacLean of town, on behalf of Mait­ land Presbytery and his nomination was seconded by Rev. G. M. McCur- ley, of Atwood, of the Presbytery of Stratford. Rev. F. W. Gilmour, B.D., of London, was also nominated, but with drew. He was proposed by Rev. Thos. Fraser, of Wyoming, and Rev. Donald MacKay, of London. Moderator Born at Teeswater . The newly-elected Moderator, Rev. Charles H. MacDonald, B.A., Luck­ now, was nominated for this high of­ fice at the meeting of the Synod in Sarnia last year but did not allow his name to stand, making the election of Rev. Dr. G. ,P. Duncan, of Toronto, then of'Stratford, unanimous. He was born at Teeswater, received his B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 1913 and in 1916 graduated from Knox College, Toronto. His first charge- was at Creemore, in the Presbytery of Barrie. Seven years later he went to Penetanguish- ine. Since 1925 he has been labouring at Lucknow. He has had a wide ex­ perience in Synod work, having been Clerk and also at one time or anoth­ er on the various committees of the Synod. Both his father and grandfather were elders in the Presbyterian Church and his grandfather assisted in the organization of the Presbyter­ ian Church in Teeswater in, 1860. His great-grandfather was an elder of the Church in Scotland. An interesting item in the life of Mr. MacDonald is the fact that he was elected Moderator in the same church building in which he was ex­ amined for his entry in the ministry by the late Rev. David Perrie. Large Number of Delegates About two hundred ministers and elders attended the Synod meeting which opened Monday evening with a large congregation present. The op­ ening took the form of Public Wor­ ship which was conducted by the re­ tiring Moderator, Rev. G. P. Duncan, D.D., of Toronto, formerly' of Strat­ ford. He was assisted by Rev. Ken­ neth MacLean, of town, and Rev. H. D. Cameron, of Strathroy, who was Moderator of the Synod two years ago. Rev. Dr. Hugh Munroe, of New Glasgow, N.B., Moderator < f the Gen­ eral Assembly, was introduced to hte congregation. Dr. Duncan chose for his Scripture reading the 4th chapter of II Timothy and his texts were, chapter 4, verse 2, II Timothy, "Preach the Word; be constant in season, out of season; re­ prove, rebuke, exhort with all long- suffering and doctrine” and chapter 4, verse 17, Colossians, “And say to Archippus, Take heed to the ministry which thou hast received in the Lord, that thou fulfil it.” For long years, he said, men and women have recognized the impor­ tance of our meetings and he consid­ ered it a high honour to preach the opening sermon. This is an important time in connection with the work of this church and every church. It is important for us in the ministry to remember the words of the great missionary, St. Paul “Preach the Word.” Paul said preaching is the event in which God is speaking through the speech of men. Religion deals with every day life and does not consist of doing noth- (Continued on Page Four) Final Toxoid Clinic Held On Monday afternoon at the Town Hall the final series of the Free Tox* old Clinic was held. About 300 child­ ren received their third and last tieat- ment for the prevention of diphtheria. Fishermen Believed Drowned Hope has virtually been abandoned for three men, and possibly four, who set out Thursday on a fishing expe­ dition from Gore Bay in a 28-foot gasoline launch which was discovered burned to the water’s edge. COUNTY WORK BOARD MET AT BRUSSELS TEST WELL WAS A SUCCESS Edythe Smith, of Toronto, last week with Mrs. Jack R, H. Asselstine, of Wallace-, Read Greer’s Ad? Yem get best value in Work Shoes at Greer’s. Miss visited Reavie, Mrs. burg, is visiting with her sister, Mrs. C. B. Armitage. Mr, and Mrs. A, G, Smith visited for a few days last week with friends here and in Lucknow. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gowans return­ ed last week from St, Petersburg, Fla, where they spent the winter. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Smith, of Guelph, were week-end visitors with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. H, Mus­ grove. Mary Elizabeth MacKay, Hamilton, spent the Easter Holidays with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Adams. Miss Gwen Colborne, ;of Toronto, and Mrs. J. H. Colborne, of Goderich, were visitors last week with Mrs. O. Colborne.- Walk on Cork with Sisman’s Scampers—The Summer Health Shoe for all the family. See them at Greer’s Shoe Store. Mrs. Morley P. Kirkland and son, Douglas, of Fort Erie, are visiting with Mrs. Kirkland’s parents, (Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Reid. Mr. and Mrs.' Otto Poserak and daughter, Esther, also Mr. Harold Kuhl, of Detroit, were week-end vis­ itors with relatives. Mr. and Mrs. T. K. Bibb, Detroit, returned home on Sunday after visit­ ing for a week with’ her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Currie. Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Lloyd and Miss Dorothy returned last week from Southern Pines, North Carolina, where they spent the winter. Mrs. J. T. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Lawrence and two children of Brampton were week-end guests with the former’s son, J. H. and Mrs. Crawford. Prof. Harry and Mrs. Smallfield and family, of Guelph, were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Arm­ strong. Craig Armstrong who visited in Guelph last week returned home with them. Captain Clifford and Mrs. Hether­ ington and children, of Ridgetown, also Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Hethering­ ton, of, Toronto, visited last week with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Hetherington, Bluevale Road. Horticultural Premiums Here The Horticultural Shrubs, and Bulbs, etc., have arrived. Roses Mem­ bers may obtain same by calling at Mrs. T. Kew’s residence. Making Fine Recovery Mr. Thomas Graham, who under­ went an appendix operation in Wing­ ham General Hospital, is making very favorable progress. He will return home to-day or to-morrow Grand Rt. Grand Lodge Wingham on Friday, April 29th. The public are cordially invited to attend this open meeting at 8 p.m. in the Or­ ange Hall where Mr. Miller, a very forceful speaker, will deal with pres­ ent day-topics. Won French Award Miss June Buchanan, at the annual meeting of Le Cercle Francais, French Club of the University of Western Ontario, won the first award for a speech in French for third year students, This award which was made possible by the late Sir Charles Saun­ ders, of Marquis wheat fame, will be presented at Convocation. To Help Western Fellow Pupils An opportunity for the pupils of Wingham Public School to assist students in the dried out area of the West has been present. The idea is that the pupils of the school may give pencils, erasers, scribblers, old school text books, old clothes, to be used at Gull Lake and Gouldtown, Sask., where all are on relief. The assist­ ance given docs not allow for such articles. The goods will be packed at the school here and will be trans­ ported free to Saskatchewan, Pupils arc not being urged of compelled in any way to make contributions, the opportunity is merely being present­ ed, Donations of money are also ac­ ceptable and we feel sure Mr. G, Kidd principal of the school, would be glad of any donations that older people may feel they would like to give, Many schools thottgliout the province are carrying on this idea adopting Western schools. Easter Conference of County Oider Boys’ and Girls’ Work Board Was Well Attended, The annual Easter conference for “older boys and girls” was held at the United Church, Brussels, on Fri­ day, April 22nd with a splendid regis­ tration. A very inspiring worship ser­ vice, “For Christ and His Church,” was led by the Brussels C.G.I.T. and Trail Ranger groups, The members taking part were: Alice Stiles, Harris Bell, Idella Bryans, Jean Speiran, Earl Coutts, George Baeker. Words of welcome were extended on behalf of the Brussels friends by Luella Mit­ chell, Mr. Bates and Mr.. Walter Kerr. The election of conference officers was conducted with the results for girls: President, Jeanette Sandet'son, Brussels; secretary, Verna Barber, Goderich; treasurer, Eleanor Cousins, Clinton. For the boys: President, Benson Suitor, Clinton; vice-presid­ ent, Lloyd Wheeler, Brussels; secre­ tary, ChastsWellwood, Wingham. The boys’ and girls’ conference sep­ arated and the key address, “What the Church Offers A Girl or Boy To­ day,” was given by iMrs. MacDonald of Clinton and Rev. John Graham, of Brussels. The group discussion top­ ics, “How Did the Church Begin,” Rev. D. W. Pomery and Mrs. T. R. Turner; “What the Church Does for the Community,” Rev. Harold Snell and Miss Tyhurst, Toronto; “What the Church Does For One,” Dr. D. H. Mclnnes and Miss Ethel McIlwain, Goderich; “What I jCan Do For the Church,” Rev. Reg.°Brook mid Miss M. Moorehouse, Goderich; “Leading Boys and Girls,” Rev. J. F. Anderson. A splendid dinner was served by the Brussels Woman’s Association. As special feature for the afternoon Rev. J. B. Moore gave an .llustrated talk “Where Jesus Lived.” After a short recess the conference uenjoyed a joint picnic supper, later participating in yells and songs. A very interesting skit was presented by the Wingham C.G.I.T. group. The Rev. jpme extended an invitation for the fall conference to be held in North Street United Church, Goder­ ich. The vesper and candle lighting ser­ vice was lead by Miss Eunice Tylimst, Toronto, and the friendship ceremony was conducted by Rev. J. F. Anderson of Wingham. The conference closed by the singing of taps. was Dance, Tuesday, May 3rd Benny Palmer and his orchestra will play for the Wingham Athletic Association Dance which is being held in the Aromuries on Tuesday evening next, May 3rd. A special feature will be a floor show, Singing, Tap and Ac­ robatic Dancing by The Arbuckle Sis­ ters. Played Well at Stratford, Festival Misses Alice Williamson and Maria Lembke, of Kitchener, took part in class 63, piano duo, amateur or pro­ fessional, at the Stratford Musical Festival on Thursday evening last. They placed second with 75 points. Miss Williamson is the (laughter of Mrs. Wm. Williamson, of town. Golfers Set To Go The Alps Golf Club have complet­ ed arrangements for leasing the Alps course again this year. Paul Kritz took over his duties at the course on Monday and it is expected that the club will enjoy a very successful sea­ son. The course wintered well and it will be but a short time Until the c’ourse is in Al shape. Many who have already played considered the course in excellent shape for so early in the season. Presbyterians Plan Summer Schools The convener of young people’s ac­ tivities in the Synod of Hamilton and London of the Presbyterian Church, Rev. G. Deane Johnston, of Brant­ ford, has arranged dates for the sum­ mer schools, to be held at the synod camp at Kintail. Junior girls will go into camp from July 4 to 11* with Miss M. Shannon, of Long Branch, as the dean. Senior girls’ camp will be from July 11 to 18, with Miss M. Shannon continuing as.dean. Rev. S. M. Scott, of Kincardine, is registrar for both Camps, as well as the young people’s summer school from July 18 to 25. Rev. E. C. McCullagh, Brant­ ford, is dean of this camp. The sea­ son’s activities will conclude with a boys’ camp from July 25 to August 8. Rev. W. A. Young, of Hcnsall, is dean and registrar* Good Flow of Water Found at 320 Feet The test well that Reeve F. Davidson sunk for the Utilities Com-* mission, back of the Town Weigh, Scales, was drilled to a depth of 820 feet and apparently a sufficient quant­ ity of water can be pumped from this well to meet the requirements set by1 the Commission. On Friday drilling operations ceas­ ed and pumped acertain supply. rate of 65 gallons to the minute all morning and when the pump was speeded up during the afternoon 98 gallons per minute flowed from the. well without the water dropping. , The water rises in the well to 8 feet below ground level and the pump pipe that was used Saturday was just eleven feet into the water. The test pipe is just 4 inches in diameter, (outside measurments) and it is ex­ pected if and when a 12 inch well is installed that water up to 300 gal­ lons per minute may be pumped. The water procured is sparkling clear and does not appear to have the lime content of the present well. Samples of the water were sent to Ottawa and Toronto to be tested. There is no doubt but that the well will test Al. all day Saturday water was from the well to clear it and. what quanity it would likely Water was pumped at the HALF HOLIDAYS START NEXT WEEK Wingbam merchants, following the usual proceedure, will commence Wednesday half holidays next week. The half holidays will not apply on weeks that a regular legal holiday is held. Sport Shoes for the Family Young and old will get comfort and satisfaction from our up-to-date Sport Shoes. Call in and see our Campacs and Sisman’s Scampers at the Willis Shoe Store. For Sale Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover Seed. Grade No. 1, $6.00 per bus. Thomas O’Malley, Teeswater, Phone 41r2. Brussels Girls Won Prize In an essay contest in the Globe and Mail, held in connectijn with the Advertising Agency of Chicago on, the subject “How Advertising Bene­ fits the Customer”, Miss Virginia Plum, Brussels, won sec »nd prize of $25, in the secondary school section. Brother Seriously Ill Mr. R. A. Currie, and Mrs. Lance Grain were called to Fostoria, Ohio, on Sunday owing to the serious ill­ ness of their brother, Mr. Spence Cur­ rie. We regret to state that Mr. Cur­ rie lost his eyesight due to an infec­ tion. No hopes are held for his re­ covery. Famous Paintings Stolen A band of thieves who left no fin­ gerprints, entered a Kentish castle, in England, filled with sleeping week­ end guests early Saturday, and car* ried away $500,000 worth of paintings. Five old masters—most precious of which was Rembrandt’s portrait of his first wife—were taken in the biggest British art robbery of this century. The collection belonged to Sir Ed­ mund Davis. An Effective Slow Down Because too many motorists ig­ nored traffic regulations and warnings on a dangerous curve in Cumberland, Me., the smooth pavement on the curve was ripped up, then resurfaced with a scries of bumps two inches high extending all the way across it. These bumps arc proving 100 per cent effective in slowing down all motor­ ists will fort ing INSTITUTE ANNUAL MEETING APRIL 28th The annual meeting of the Wo* men’s Institute will be held in the Council Chambers on Thursday after* noon, April 28th,at 2.30 o’clock. The District President, Mrs. Fred Oster, of Blyth, will be present and will give an address. The different committees will give their yearly reports and the nominat­ ing committee will present their slate of members to be elected officers for the coming year,