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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-05-26, Page 1With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. ■ ■ "■ - ;m—r—" Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 26th, 1938 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year *7 ZONE LEGION RALLY HERE FRIDAY Lieut,-Col. H. R, Alley, President of the Ontario Command, Will Speak A rally of the Legion members of this district will be held here Friday night this week at which Lieut.-Col. H. R. Alley, O.B.E., President of the Ontario Command of the Legion, will be the special speaker, AU veterans are invited to attend this meeting, which will be held in the Town Hall- at 8 p.m. Following the meeting in the Town Hall a social time will be held in the Armouries. All Legion members and Veterans are urged to be present. The Wing­ ham Post are acting as hosts to the gathering and it is expected a large representation from all* parts of. the district will be in*attendance. Men’s Work Boots All New Stock, Grain or Kip, with ' leather or panco soles, at lowest prices. Willis Shoe Store. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mr. and Mrs. W. . Greer were holi­ day visitors with friends in Barrie. Mrs. W. Skinner, of Mitchell, spent the 24th with her sister, Mrs. Wilfrid Reid. “ (Mrs. Charles Hopper is. visiting with her sister, Mrs. F. A. Stark, in Detroit. Mrs. George Howson was a visitor with friends in Chatham over the week-end. Mr. R. J, Deachman, M.P., was in Goderich and Wingham , over the week-end. Mrs. Herbert A. Doig, of Guelph, is visiting with her sister, Mrs. Thos. J. McLean. Mrs. Ted Manners and baby, Ow­ en Sound, are visiting with Mrs; A. H. Simpson. Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Bishop were Hamilton and Toronto visitors over the week-end. Mrs. L. C. Young, Mrs. J. R. Eck­ hardt and Miss A. Wood spent the week-end in Toronto. * Mr. and Mrs. George T. Robertson are spending two weeks with Dr. E. C. and Mrs. Apps, Kenora. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kerr, of Detroit, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Kerr, East Wawanosh. Miss Mary Johnston, of Toronto, spent the week-end with her mother, Mrs. Adam Johnston, Victoria St, Mr. and Mrs. G. Fenn and Mrs. E. Fenn, of Parkhill, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Burgman. Miss Florence Nethery, Toronto, visited over the week-end with her aunts, Mrs. G. Olver and the Misses McCallum. Mr, and Mrs. Harry Copeland, of Bolton, visited over the week-end at the home of Wm. Burchill, also at John Falconer’s. Dr. A. W. Irwin attended the On­ tario Dental Convention held in Tor­ onto last week, Mrs. Irwin and Mar­ ian accompanied him. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hawkins and daughter, Hilda, of Preston, spent the holiday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Davidson. Mr. and Mrs. Charley Isard and son, Douglas, of London, spent the week-end at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J, Isard, Miss Emily Holloway, Librarian, ■attended the annual convention of the Ontario Library Association in Tor­ onto Monday and Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Gray, also Mr. and Mrs, Edgar Lindsay, of Niagara Falls, spent the week-end with the latter’s father, Mr. W. G. Gray. Miss M. E. Fisher, of the Post Of­ fice Staff, and her niece, Miss Louise E. Hanna, of Ontario Agricultural College, are spendihg a short vacation in New York, Guests with Mr. and Mrs. A. Cos- ens over Sunday were Prof. G. G. and Mrs. Cosens, Miss Edith Cosens, Mrs. (Dr.) A. Cosens and Mrs,' R. C. Grif­ fith, all of Toronto. Mrs. Harvey Peterson of Munros, Mich., and Mrs. Tom Feterson, of Cleveland, spent the week-end at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sut­ ton, Victoria Street. Mrs. Sutton motored to Monroe with them for a few days' visit. Week-end guests with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Browne over the week­ end were, Mr, and Mrs."B. Browne, Ronald and Alice, of Willowdale; Mr. and Mrs. J, McGibbon and Donald, also Mr. Lance Brown and Miss Eva Buschert, of Kitchener, and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Browne and Eleanor, of Biyth. WEED CONTROL DRIVE STARTED County Meeting Was Held at Clinton Launching an active campaign to eradicate weeds in the district, a meeting attended by members of municipal councils, road authorities, weed inspectors and others interested, was held in the district agricultural office, Clinton, for. the purpose of dis_- cussing the Weed Cdntrol Act and its administration, Problems of weed inspectors, weed identification and eradication meth­ ods, suggestions for improvements, and plans for a province-wide cam­ paign were dealt with. There were more than 60 present. Mayor George H, Elliott spoke briefly and pledged the co-operation of Clinton Council. Ian MacLeod, agricultural represent­ ative, was named chairman, and the speakers included: John D. MacLeod, assistant director of crops, seeds and weeds branch of the department of agriculture, Toronto; William Wal­ lace,’’ Woodstock; T. Roy Patterson, Huron County Engineer, Gqderich; and Ben Elder, Hensall, secretary of the Ontario Brotherhood of Thresh­ ermen. TENNIS COURTS NEARLY READY Work is practically completed at the new Tennis Courts in the Horti­ cultural Park. The surface is all ready except for a dressing of sand and, tar. The fence is ready to be erected and if fine weather prevails this week the courts will.be in shape for play on Saturday of this week or early next week. Illustrated Lecture on China Rev. Fred Goforth, M.A., son of Rev. Jonathan Goforth, former mis­ sionary in China, will give an illus­ trated lecture on China in St. And­ rew’s Church on Wednesday, June 1. Government to Spend Money In This District. In the supplementary estimates of the Federal Government the follow­ ing votes were given for work in this district: for Harbors and Rivers, Bay- field $12,500, Goderich $50,000, Grand River $300,000, Kincardine $26,000; For Public Buildings, Arthur $4,000; Clinton $15,000; Lucknow $18,000; Tara $15,000. County Scout Rally Postponed Due to the heavy rain on Monday which saturated the ground at the Agricultural Park, Goderich, and the cool winds of Tuesday morning, the Huron County Scout Rally that was to take place in Goderich May 24th, was postponed until- Saturday, June 11th. The Rovers, Scouts and Cubs of Wingham were all ready to pro­ ceed to Goderich on Tuesday morn­ ing when word was received cancell­ ing the proceedings. BRIDGE PLAY-OFFS HAVE STARTED * 1The results of the season s play at the Wingham Bridge Club were an­ nounced following the game Wednes­ day evening last week. The season’s results were as follows: Ladies — 1st, Mrs. G. H. Ross; 2nd Mrs. O. Cpl- borne; 3rd, Mrs. A. R. DuVal; 4th, Mrs. A. Wilson; 5th, (Mrs. W. H. Waram; 6th, Mrs. J. EL Crawford; 7th, Mrs, R. S. Hetherington; 8th, Mrs. J. W. McKibbon; 9th, Miss N. Dinsley. Men —- 1st, W. H. French; 2nd, L. R. Blackwood; 3rd, George Williams; 4th, J. H. Crawford; 5th, F. E. Madill;-6, R. S. Hetherington; 7th, W. W. Armstrong; 8th, K. Som­ ers; 9th, J. A. Wilson. The play-offs have started, one game was played on Friday night. A cup donated by W. H. French will be presented to the winning lady and a cup donated by Mr. H. Hodgins of Toronto, will be presented to the winning man. A second game will be played, after which the scores will be tabulated. The first eight ladies and the first eight men are iti the play­ offs. The winners on Wednesday even­ ing‘last week were; North and South: Miss bL Dinsley and L. R. Black­ wood; Mrs. Blackwood and J. H. Crawford; Mrs. DuVal and (Mrs. W» H. Waram; Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and K. Somers. East and West: Mrs. O. Colborne dnd« J. A. Wilson; Mrs. W. W, Armstrong and J. R McKib- bon; Mrs. A. M.’ Bishop and W. H, French; Miss Y, McPherson and Mrs. G. H. Ross. BIG DAY AT ALPS GOLF COURSE Two Tournaments Held Victoria Day and Officers Elected. PUBLIC SCHOOL OPEN NIGHT School Work Will Be Op Display Despite the cool breezes a large number of golfers were present at the Alps Golf Course Victoria Day when two tournaments were held, In the morning the Captain’s team won from the Vice Captain’s team 5-4. Cap­ tain’s team: Dr. Johnston, Jack Mc­ Nabb,. Reg, DuVal, R. S. Hethering­ ton, H. Agnew, R. Rae, C, Arscott, N. L. Fry, A. Peebles; Vice Captain’s team: Jack McKibobn, J. H. Craw­ ford, W. H. French, Dr. G. G. Mc­ Kee, W. Porteous, W, McWilliams, Roy Finlayson, A. J, Hawkins, Dr. Geo. Howson, In the afternoon a mixed four-ball foursome was played. Low gross, Dr. Howson and Mrs. H. Campbell; Low Net, Mrs. O. Col­ borne and Dr. G. G. McKee. Officers Elected Supper was served at the Club House, after which the annual meet­ ing was held when the following of­ ficers were elected: ‘ Hon. Pres.—Mr. A. E. Lloyd, May­ or John W. Hanna. . z President—Herbert Campbell. Vice Presidents—Dr, Johnston and Roy Thompson. Secretary—J. R. M. Spittai. Treasurer—L. R. Blackwood. Captain—Dr. W. .A. ,McKibbon. Buy Your White Shoes Now We have a new stock of White Sho’es for men, women and children, in the latest styles, and at moderate prices. See them at Willis Shoe Store. Celebrated 45th Wedding Anniversary Mr. ahd Mrs. John Mason, Biyth, on the 24th of May celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary. Mrs. Lyle Armstrong, his sister, of Rainey Riv­ er, visited with them for the occasion. Sale of Suits Buy your Spring and Summer Suit now at a Big Saving at Isard’s. They have bought a range of Sample Suits, comprising choice patterns in English Worsteds, latest models. Regular price $20.00, now on sale for $16.50. A Bargain! Underwent Operation Mr. A. M. Forbes underwent an op­ eration in Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday of last week, We are pleased to state that "Scotty” is mak­ ing steady improvement. Mrs. Forbes accompanied him to London and re­ mained there. A Word to the Wise In several of the municipalities of this district the Highways Depart­ ment are bearing down on motorists. Brakes, windshield wipers, horns, lights are being inspected and permits are being asked for, Our turn for this inspection will likely come soon, so be prepared. Service in Honor of John Wesley A splendid service was held in the United Church on Sunday morning to celebrate the bi-centenary of the con­ version of John Wesley, founder of the Methodist Church. 'Hymns that his brother Charles had written were sting as was one that he himself had translated. Sunday evening the ser­ vice was in charge of' Rev. Mr. Ed­ mison and the Choir of Listowel Un­ ited Church.. Rev. J. F. Anderson and the local United Church Choir con­ ducted the service in Listowel United Church, To Represent Teachers at Winnipeg Mr. and Mrs, J. Stanley Elliott, of St. Catharines, spent the holiday with Mr. Elliott'S mother, Mrs. John El­ liott, Con, 12, East Wawanosh. Ex­ Alderman Elliott is President of the. Public School Men Teachers’ Feder­ ation of Ontario and will represent that body at the Canadian Teachers’ Federation meeting in Winnipeg,? in August. He has recently been ap­ pointed as Principal of the Demon­ stration School in connection with. the Summer Course in Health Teaching, to be held in Northern Vocational School, Toronto, during July and ear­ ly August DIED WALKER—-Iti Goderich, oft Tuesday, May 24th, 1938, Mary Snell, belov­ ed wife of Elishii Walker, in her 84th year. The funeral service at the residence of her son-in-law, Edmund Irwiti, Kcays Street, Goderich, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 26th. Interment in Winghatp Cemetery. h An open night will be held at the Public School on Friday night this week. The school will be open at 7,00 o’clock for inspection. There will al­ so be a display of pupils’ work. A' cordial invitation is extended to the parents and all others who are in­ terested to attend. MAY MEETING OF INSTITUTE The May meeting of the Women’s Institute will be held in the Council Chamber, Thursday afternoon, May 26th at 3 o’clock. The guest speaker will be Mr. Abricr Cosens and Miss B. Graham will be the hostess. A pro­ gram will be given and lunch will be served. Roll Call — A Household Hint. ■’ Miss E. Slicter of Department of Agriculture, will be at the home of Mrs. J. H. Crawford, Minnie S't., Wingham, on Thursday, May 26th, from 9.30 to 11 a.m. All Institute members are cordially invited to at­ tend. Purchased Chopping Mill £/ Mr.. H, T." Thomson has purchased the-chopping mill at the south end of Josephine Street from Mr. Russell Walker. He took possession last week. “Snow White” Coming The Lyceum Theatre are pleased to announce that in'the near future "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” will be. presented here. Watch for ad­ vertising of this great fairy tale pic­ ture. " Passed With Honors Mr. Carman Hetherington was suc­ cessful in passing his second year at the Ontario Veterinary College, at Guelph, with honors. He is at pres­ ent spending a few days with his bro­ ther at RidgetoWn. Attended Funeral of Cousin Miss Jane McGregor, Mis F. Mc­ Callum, Mrs. G. Olver, Messrs. And­ rew and Greg. Shiell and Mr. and Mrs. Chris, Nethery, motored to Ac­ ton Monday and attended the funeral of their cousin, Robert Waldie. Fractured Arm ' . Mrs. W. H. Connolly, Diagonal Rd., fell down the steps at the home of her sister, .Mrs. Harry Town, on Fri­ day and splintered the bone in her elbow. The injured arm was placed in a cast and is improving nicely. T.B. Survey A tuberculin survey is being con­ ducted in the Walkerton High School by Dr. J. T. H. Robinson, acting of­ ficer of, health. This is a program generally carried out for students en­ tering Normal school, universities and hospital training. Farewell Service by Ashfield Minister Minister of Ashfield Presbyterian Church the past five years, Rev. J. K. McGillivray preached his farewell ser­ vices on Sunday. Mr. iMcGilltvray recently resigned from the church which has been linked with Ripley in a single charge. Goderich Miller Injured Douglas Wilson, 35, miller, was painfully injured at the Western Can­ ada Flotir Mills, Goderich. He was in the act of putting a belt on a fast­ revolving pulley when his right arm was drawn in between the wrist and the elbow. The bone was broken and ligaments and muscles torn and crushed. He is in the hospital. Ev­ ery effort is being made to avoid am­ putation. FOOTBALL TEAM OF SEASON 1897 Interesting Items of Old Days Re­ called by Scrap Book. - Mr. Ed. Palmer, R. R. 1, Wroxet­ er, has a scrap book which contains many interesting pictures and clip­ pings of days gone by of this district. One picture is that of the Wingham Football Team, Champions of Mait­ land District for 1897. This team, which made a name for themselves, was Composed of the following: J. Hartley; Chas. Stewart; W. Allenby, Capt.; E. Cotiltes; E. Bailey; A, J. Irwin, treas.; W. Stewart; C. McKin­ non; C. Hawke; W» Vanstone, Mgr.; L, B, Duff; Mac Messer; C. Hender­ son; W. D. Donagli, Sec,; H. Ham­ ilton. GRAND MASTER VISITEDJVROXETER Large Number Present to Welcome Grand Master W. J. Dunlop, of Toronto, on his Official Visit The Town Hall at Wroxeter was crowded to capacity, 250 were pres- net, on Friday night when Most Worshipful Brother W. J. Dunlop, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario, paid his official visit to North Huron Masonic District- It is the first time in 40 years a grand master had made an official visit to Wroxeter. A most sumptuous banquet was served with Rt. Wor. Bro. J. H. Wylie, of Wrox­ eter, D.D.G.M. of the District, presid­ ing and acting as toast master. The toast list included the King, Canada, proposed by Rt. Wor. Bro. Dr. Fow­ ler, Teeswater, reply by Wor. Bro. A. J. Irwin, Wingham; grand lodge, proposed by Rt. Wor. Bro. B. L. H. Banford, Listowel, reply Most Wor. Bro. W. J. Dunlop, Toronto; visitors, proposed by Bro. H. Cook, Wroxet­ er; reply Rt. Wor. Bro. R. J. Bow­ man, Brussels; Wor. Bro. Fred Ed­ wards, Palmerston; Wor. Bro, C‘. E. Toll, Biyth; Rt. Wor, Bro, Work, D. D.G.M., Wiarton; Rt, Wor. Bro. Smith, Toronto;" Wor. Bro. England, Toronto; Rt. Wor. Bro. Loughlfeen, Cargill; Wor. Bro. Geo. Muir, Tor- ontoj’Rt. Wor. Bro. Hugh Hill, God­ erich and Rt. Wor. Bro. Jefferson, Clinton. During the evening the Grand Mas­ ter was presented with a handsome travelling bag. The presentation was made by W'or. Bro. Armstrong, of Wroxeter, and Wor. Bro. C. E. Toll, Biyth. Solos given by Wor. Bro. R. F. Taylor, Listowel, and Bro. J. A. Watson, Palmerston, were greatly ap­ preciated. The meeting closed with the Jun- iour Warden’s Toast proposed by Bro. J. E. Higgins, Wroxeter. Teeswater Won Opening Game In the first scheduled game of the Bruce League on Victoria Day Tees­ water won a home game from Kin­ cardine 4-3. To Celebrate King’s Birthday June 9 A proclamation was published in the Canada Gazette setting June 9th as the date on which the birthday of King George will be officially cele­ brated. Although he was born De­ cember 14th, His Majesty requested, on his ascession, that his birthday be celebrated on June -9th. Attending General Assembly Commissioner Rev. Kenneth Mac- Lean; Rev. W. A. Williams, of Cran- brook; David Fortune, of Eadies’ Church, and S. Dunbar, of Ethel, of Maitland Presbytery of the Presby­ terian Church in Canada, are attend­ ing the General Assembly meetings, which are being held in Calvin Pres­ byterian Church, Toronto this week. Propose Closing Wingham Line The C.P.R, line from Wingham to Wingham Jet., 5 miles, is one section of the railway that the C.P.R. pro­ posed for abandonment in its unifi­ cation plan as set out in detail in the Senate committee proceedings. The C.P.R. line from Saugeen to Waller­ ton, 16 miles, is also on this list. Lines proposed for abandonment un­ der tfie C.P.R. plan include 2,216 miles of C.N.R, main line and 1,042 of C.N.R. branch lines; 744 miles of C.P.R. main line and 961 miles of C. P.R. branch lines, also 58 miles of jointly owned railway. Presentation, to Bride and Groom A very pleasant evening was spent recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ross MacRae when neighbors and friends gathered in honor of their re­ cent marriage. Dancing and cards were enjoyed, a short prggram pre­ sented and refreshments served. Dur­ ing the program, Mr. and Mrs. Mac­ Rae were presented with two up­ holstered walnut chairs, walnut table, Alladin lamp and small rug. The ad­ dress was read by Wilfred Caslick. Ross expressed appreciation of the gifts and good wishes expressed and all sang "For They Are Jolly Good Fellows”. The remainder of the ev­ ening was spent in dancing. WORK BOARD CAMP DATES ARE SET Huron County Boys’ and Girls’ Work Board Met at Clinton. A meeting of the Huron County Boys’ and Girls’ Work Board was held in Wesley Willis church, Clinton re­ cently. Rev. J. F, Adenrson, Wing­ ham, presided. Arising out of the minutes of. last meeting as read by the secretary, Lloyd Dark, was the matter of the appointment of a pro­ motion convener, which item was car­ ried over. The appointment of Rev. Harold Snell of Ethel was unanim­ ously adopted. ' The chief item of business was the dates for the summer camps. They are to be: Senior boys, July 4 to 11; juniors, July 18 to 23; junior girls, August 8 to 15; senior girls, August 15 to 25, The majority of those pre­ sent were allotted heavy parts in rhe coming camp outings and the officers are hoping that there will be a large representation of the different grades at each of the inclusive date periods. It was decided that two new features will be added to the camp instruction —soap carving and lino carving. . Present, from Wingham at the meeting were: Rev. J. F. Anderson, Lloyd Dark, Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown. PLAY AT PORT ELGIN SATURDAY The Hurons will play their first scheduled game in the Bruce League when they journey to Port Elgin on Saturday afternoon this week. Their second game will also be away from home, June 8th, when they play at; Teeswater. The first home game will' be June 18th with Teeswater. New Lines of Canvas Footwear For men, women, and children, all low priced, at Willis Shoe Store. Robberies at Biyth and Clinton On Monday night two district rob­ beries were staged. At Biyth Chester Morrison’s garage was entered where a crow-bar and $43 in cash taken and at Counter’s billiard parlor, Clinton, the thieves walked off with a quantity of cigarettes. Attended Funeral Mrs. T. Metcalf and Mrs. R.- Mc­ Arthur spent the week-end at Lion’s Head attending the funeral of Mr. McArthur’s 5-year-old niece, Irene McArthur, who was thrown from a wagon on Thursday when a team ran away. The. little Lot passed on the same evening in Owen Sound Hospital. Staff Changes at Dominion Bank Mr. C. R. Yeoman, who has been teller of the local branch of the Do­ minion Bank, has been promoted to the accountants department of the . Kitchener branch. Mr. Yeoman takes over his new position on May 26th. Carl McKay has been promoted to teller and Benson Hamilton to the position of ledger keeper. John Lamb, who previously served on the temporary staff, has been enlisted on the permanent staff as junior. NOTICE Take notice that the Board of Health requires that all properties ift the Town of Wingham be put in a clean and sanitary condition by June 1st. Dr. R. L Stewart, M.O.H. Goo. Allen, Inspector. AUXILIARY PLAN WORK MEETING The Evening Auxiliary of the Un­ ited Church held its regular monthly ^neeting on Tuesday evening in .the church parlours. Miss Blanche Ben­ nett had charge of the meeting. Af­ ter the opening hymn Mrs. Charles Lloyd led in prayer. The devotional' part, of the meeting was taken by Mrs. J. O. Habkirk. The chapter of the study book 'The Light of the Mind” was taken by Miss Phyllis Johns. She gave some .very interesting accounts about some of the schools and educational work carried on by our foreign and home missions. Miss Johns made one ra­ ther interesting statement, that one- half the world can neither read nor write, and the great majority of these unfortunates live in heathen count­ ries. Mrs. Elmer Wilkinson, for her tem­ perance report, read a paper on the terrible and menacing drug, marijuana that even causes insanity. Mrs. Web­ ster conducted the business, and it was decided to have a work meeting in the church parlours on Tuesday, May 31, Afternoon and evening, to work on the bale to be sent north, and it was urged that as many mem­ bers as possible be present. T1 1C meeting closed with a hymn and the Mizpah Benediction. JUVENILES PLAY GODERICH FRIDAY Game Called at 5.30 Sharp The first scheduled gamg here of the Maitland League will be played at the Town Park at 5.30 p.m, Friday. The Goderich kids will take on our Juvenile entry and the game promises to be an exciting affair. The local lads have been practicing faithfully and will be ready to take the field in good condition. Turn out and give the kids a hand. The youngsters' next home game will be June 9th when they meet Ripley, Next Tuesday they play at Dungannon. Dance at Wroxeter Friday The CKNX Hill Billies will play for a dance in Wroxeter Town Hall Friday night this week under the aus­ pices of the Wroxeter Girls’ Softball Club. Presenting Play at Whitechurch The young people of the United Church will present their 3-act play "Cabbages or Dollars” in the White­ church Institute Hall on Thursday evening, May 26th. Admission 25c 10c. Anyone interested in securing a play for a garden party or other pur­ poses will communicate with Mrs. Robb, R. R. 5, Lucknow, or phone Wingham 612 r 12. OBITUARY a William Spence Currie / ... The death of a former Winghamite, William Spence Currie, occurred at his late residence, 302 West Tiffin Street, Fostoria, Ohio, on Monday,. May 23rd. Mr. Currie was in his 52nd year and had been seriously ill since the end of February.//He was born, in East Wawanosh, on the White­ church Road just outside of town, and as a young man went to Hamilton, but for the past 23 years has resided in the United States. Left to mourn their loss, besides hi& widow, formerly Mabel Shiell, of East Wawanosh, is one son, Bruce, who is a student at the University of Tennesee. He is also survived by his stepmother, Mrs. Jennie Currie, of Wingham; two brothers and five sis­ ters. Robert A., of Wingham; Mrs. J. A. (Annie) Kennedy, of Sarnia; Mrs. Bert (Margaret) Kennedy, Tor­ onto; Mrs. L. (Lulu) Grain, of East Wawanosh; Mrs. J. (Mary) Burchill, Culross; Mrs. J. (Jessie) McKague, Turnberry, and Thomas A., of Wing­ ham; one brother, John A., prede­ ceased him three years ago. The funeral service will be con­ ducted at his brother’s Funeral Par­ lours, Wingham, by Rev. Kenneth MacLean, at 2 p.m., on Thursday, May 26th. Burial will take place in Wingham Cemetery. Mrs. John T. Bell Following an illness of about a year, Jennie Garniss, beloved wife of John T. Bell, Belgrave, passed on at her late residence, Belgrave, at 4.10 o’clock Monday afternoon. Despite the fact that Mrs. Bell had not en­ joyed good health for the past year her passing was a great shock to her family and friends as on May 11th she celebrated her birthday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jack Ern­ est, here, and at that time she was bright and cheerful. Mrs. Bell was in her 66th year and was a life-long resident of this dis­ trict. She Was born on the 2nd line1 of Morris and lived there until her marriage in 1901. After her marriage they resided on the 5th line of Mor­ ris until they moved into Belg.-ave about 1^2 years ago. She was a member of Belgrave United Church and as long as her health permitted she was an active member of the Women’s Missionary Society and of the Women’s Insti­ tute. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her passing two daughters, Mrs. Jack (Maude) Ernest, of Wing­ ham, and Verna, at home. She is also survived by six brothers and one. sis­ ter, Robert, 2nd line of Morris; Frank and John of Toronto; George of Biyth; Mrs. Albert (Annie) Elliott, Regina, Sask.; Charles of Lumsden, Sask., and Harvey of Detroit. The funeral service was held in the United Church, Belgrave, on Wed­ nesday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. J. B. Townend, her pastor. The pallbearers were; Robert Gar* niss, Chdrles Garniss, George Garniss, Jack Garniss, Frank Garniss and Charles 'Wilkinson. Interment took place in Brandon Ceihetery, Betgrave.