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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-12-01, Page 1With Which U An*alga»iated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1st, 1938 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year Local Team Will Enter O, Ji. A. Five Run for Four Council Seats / i A. Y. P. A, regular meeting of the A, Y. SKI CISUB FORMED the LOCAL AND PERSONAL sister us best because theyby name •ugh, n Capt.ccupicd a School lunch was served by the %* z3 was answered by re- from. the local Ceno- free discus- which con- much light experienced XV. A. held a commun- on 'St. Andrews Day, The members of Holy A., Blyth, joined with, great commenoration so meeting the Na- danding sowing was done and for the bale which is the Western Relief. At an autograph quilt was Young People Conducted Evening Service in St. Andrew’s Church, Stop Foot Aches and Pains! Con sult Foot Specialist at Greer’s Shoe Store Thursday afternoon, December 1st. point, Mrs. T. Bower, con- the Peace Program, took Raymondi Redmond to Oppose Peter W. Scott for the Reeveship. Col- J. H. W. O. H,oA., ertson FI. A. Dee. 2nd, at 9 o'clock The lucky winner for the quilt drawn after lunch. Gents 10c, bring lunch and cups. R. S. Hetherington Given Reeveship Without Opposition. R, S. Hetherington and Lieut. W. L, Kress attended a dmtici fleers of the 21st Artillery Bri; Walkerton on Friday evening Palm- W. O. Roland Grain Starts Sixth Term, as Reeve, Isabel MacLean, Doris Finlay, Doreen Garlick, ang “O King accompanied by Miss Tena ,. Adair led in prayer and g closed with the National Eight on Ballot for Council, Six To Be Elected — Vote Next Monday Attended Brigade Dinner Vz Major Geo. W. Hewson, if the of* ade at Town Hall Filled to Capacity Thurs day and Friday Evenings for this Splendid Presentation. /SSI Single Copies Five Cents CRAWFORD MAYOR BY ACCLAMATION Considerable interest was taken in the nominations held Monday even ing in the Town Hall, Thirty were •nominated for the various offices, the largest number in some time, Four ■were nominated .for Mayor and three for Reeve, W, H. Gurney received ■an ■ acclamation as Commissioner. Seventeen were nominated for the six -positions as 'Councillors, The retir ing members of the School Board were re-elected by acclamation. Alex'. * Reid was nominated in Ward 3 but ■declined leaving the field clear ’for ’C B. Armitage. The following are the nominations: Mayor J. W. Hanna, by F. L. Davidson ■and. E. Wilkinson. * J. H. Crawford, by W. F. Burg man and J. W.. Hanna. J. J. Evans, by O. Haselgrove and Uhas. H. Flopper. R. S. Hetherington, by L. S. Bcn- ninger and FI. T, Thomson, Commissioner W. H. Gurney, by A. J. Walker and W. W. Armstrong, Acclamation. Reeve F. L. Davidson, by E. Wilkinson and W. T. Booth. * R. S. Hetherington, by F. L. Dav idson and E, Wilkinson. J, W. Hanna, by W. H. Gurney and W. J. Brown. Councillors * Frank Sturdy, by A. Robertson and^J. A. McDonald. R. H. Lloyd, by F, L. Davidson E. Wilkinson. H. T. Thomson, by E. Wilkin- and F, L. Davidson. * E. Wilkinson, by R. H. Lloyd and J. H. Crawford. R. S, Hetherington, by J. H. Crawford and A. D. MacWilliam, F. L. Davidson, by W. W. Arm strong and J. H. Crawford. * W. VanWyck, by J. FI. Crawford and R. S. Hetherington. * Jos. J. Evans, by J. H. Crawford and R. H. Lloyd. . J, W. Hanna, by R. H.,, Lloyd and AV. VanWyck. ‘ , Arthur Wilson, by T. J. McLean and J. J. Evans. H. Buchanan, by H. T. Thomson and J. W. Wilson. . * Murray Johnson,, by C. Blatch ford and O. Haselgrove. * E. M. Snell, by J. J. Evans and ■C. H. Hopper. Chas. Hopper, by Jas. Seli and C. Blatchford. Dr. W. A. Crawford, by J. R. Rae and Jas. Murray. Ronald Rae, by F. Sturdy and A, Bell. Robt. Currie, Chas. Blatchford and O. Haselgrove. • *—Qualified. Public, School Board Accl. Ward 1. Alf. Lockridge, R, FI. Lloyd and N. L. Fry. Accl. Ward 2. Gordon Gannett, by J. A. McDonald and Alex. Robertson. Ward 3. * Alex. Reid, by Sam Tin dall and T. Y. Smith. C. B. Armitage by J. H. Crawford and T. Y. Smith. Accl. Ward 4. W. F. Burgman, by H. T. Thomson and J. W. Wilson. *—.Withdrew giving Mr. Armitage acclamation. Following the close of the nomin ations and the reading of the names of those nominated, Mr. E. S. Cope land was named chairman of the meeting. (Continued on page 4) JOLLY TIME LITERARY The regular meeting of the Jolly Time Literary Society was held in Currie’s School on Friday evening with the president, Jack Taylor, pre siding, The meeting opened with the singing of "The Maple Leaf Forev er.” “The Gulley Jumpers” favoured vvith two selections, Musical select- J lions were also given by the Rintoul Brothers and Frank McKenzie, Tap dances were given by Vera Mont gomery and Kenneth Crawford. Duets were given by Garnet Farrier and Scott Patterson, and by Blanche Monto and Catherine Currie, A read ing was given by Miss Jean Johns ton. The Critic’s remarks were giv en by George Taylor. The closed with the singing of tional Anthem, after which was enjoyed by alt SCHOOL CONCERT GREAT SUCCESS The Annual Public /School Concert held in the Town Hall Thursday and Friday evenings was a delightful pre sentation and was thoroughly apprec iated by very large audiences both nights. The program each night was introduced by the school principal, Mr. Gordon Kidd. The program was divided into two parts, The first taken by pupils up to Grade IV and the second, a play, taken by the pupils of Grade VIII assisted by a, grand chorus of the pu pils of Grades V, VI and VII. The first number was a singing game By the pupils of Miss William son’s room,? Grade I, “The Sleeping Beauty”. The characters were, The Princes, Maxine Seddon; The Prince, Douglas Richey; The Witch, Evelyn Morris; The Minister, Lome West. The balance of the class formed the chorus. • The second number was the ever- popular Rhythm Band made up of 60 pieces. The band this year was bet ter than ever and the pupils of Grad es II and III, Miss Johns’ and Miss Joynt’s rooms, are to be congratulat ed on their work, The band played. “Heigh Ho” “Humoresque" and “Piz- zicati.” The leaders were Gwendolyn MacLean and Leslie Mae Wall, The school choir accompanied by the Rhythm Band was the third num ber. They sang “Hail to the Chief” and “The More We Are Together,” Both number were well rendered. The fourth item was a pleasing feature by the pupils of Miss Mc Laughlin’s room, Grade IV. Ten girls presented a Butterfly Drill and were assisted by a chorus of the re mainder of their class .pupils. Those taking part in the drill were: Edna Templeman, Betty Mae Hutcheson, Florence Harris, Madeline Deyell, Iona Henderson, Rose Ohm, Helen Arthur, Mary Vanner, Wilma Dark, Pauline Cowan. ' The second part of the program was a 3-act operetta “Tom Sawyer" presented by the pupils of Grade VIII, Mr, Kidd’s room. This' was a heavy undertaking for boys and girls of that ’age but they went through their parts like veterans and deserve great praise for their efforts. The grand chorus for this presentation was made up of pupils of grades V, VI and VII. The play, an adaptation of Mark Twain’s book, was introduc ed by George Copeland, The musical numbers, solos, duets and the chor uses throughout the play were well rendered and received. Cast of Characters: Tom Sawyer, Craig Armstrong; Huck Finn, Billy Galbraith; fJoe Har per, Donald Hastie; Amy Lawrence, Norma Brown; Becky Thatcher, Lois Adams; Aunt Polly, Mary Lepard; Sid, .Douglas Fry; Mary, Grace Small;; Jim, Andrew Henderson; Ben Rogers, Robert Chittick; Billy Fisch er, Jack Ludwig; Johnny Miller, Ken neth Allin; Alfred ‘ Temple, Donald Campbell; Grade, Donna Buchanan; Sally, Grace Parker; Susie, Margar et MacLean; Rev. Walters, Reggie Collar; Judge Thatcher, Roy Dark; Maid, Ruth Flarris; Injun Joe, Pat Fitzpatrick; Muff Potter, Jack Mc Laughlin; Dr. Robinson, Wallace Hutton; Pard, Alvin Seli; Widow Douglas, Frances Brophy. Sunflower Girls—-Lorraine Brown, Frances Durnin, Mildred Fitzpatrick, Margaret Finlay, Marjorie Falconer, Chorus of Old Campbell, Norman Men — Donald Anderson, Jack Lewis, Harold Seli, Fred Templeman, Bruce Wilson. Skeletons’—‘Elizabeth Hare, Mar jorie Kreuger, Madeline Mellor, Marie Lockridge. Negro Dancers—Barbara^ and Mary Ross. Heads United, Church Choir Miss Toha Reid had been appoint ed choir leader and organist fW the Wingham United Church. Attended Liberal Gathering w Mrs. W. J. Henderson attended f tea and mustcale. given by the On tario Liberal Women’s Association in the King Edward Hotej, TorontoJ' on Friday afternoon hi honor of Mts. C. R. Widdifiekl, of Stratford, the new provincial president, Mrs. R. J, Deachman, wife of R. J. Deachman, M.F., was also present. W, O. H, A. GIVES UP THE GHOST Ed. Williams, who is’ a member of the W. O. H. A. executive, received word on Tuesday morning that the Western Ontario Hockey Association was disbanding for this year. The trouble arose when so many teams that played Western last year decid ed to play O. H, A, It was practical ly impossible to give the remaining teams a grouping with the result that the league disbanded for this year. Following the receiving of this news Earl Grey, president of the club and the executive held a hurried con ference and decided to enter the team in Intermediate O. H. A, The club intended to have a Junior W. O. H. A. team, but it is now doubtful if they will sponsor a junior team. Chesley, Hanover, Kincardine, Walkerton, Durham, Lucknow, God erich, Mitchell, Wingham, all entered H. A. last year, will play O. as will Listowel and who intended entering The P. A. of St. Paul’s Church was held in the Parish Hall, Monday night. Plans were made for the next meet ing on December 5, for which the executive will be responsible, and on December 12, the A. Y. P, A. will hold a 'Christmas tree and entertain ment. Miss C. Phair, and Mr, H. Fuller were the delegates nominated to the Huron Deanery Local Council and will attend the annual meeting at Clinton, Wednesday night. The programme was in commem oration of St. Andrew’s Day, Novem ber 30 and following the St. Andrew’s Day Hymn, special collects, and Scripture lessons were read, by Rector. Scotch songs were next sung gether by all the members and to- the president, Mrs', |M. • Templeman read a paper pointing out the influence of St. Andrew in the W. A. and the Brotherhood of St. Andrew. Miss C. Phair then gave a Scotch number, with accordian accompaniment. Mr. Spittali read some Scotch poems, and Mr. H. Fuller gave some further Scotch numbers on the mel- odian, with Miss Phair at the piano, Mr. Gallagher then addressed the A. Y. P. A! on the life and significance of St. Andrew, the disciple, who had a genius for action. St. Paul’s Bazaar December 10 The Ladies Guild of St. Paul’s Church will hold their annual Bazaar, home made baking sale and after noon tea in the Parish Room of the Church on Saturday, December 10th, at 3 o’clock. Friendship Club Re-Organized The Freindship Club of Turnberry was re-organized for the comin’g year with the following committee: Miss Catherine McCormick, Miss Mary King, Wilfrid Caslick and Perc Cas lick. The first dance was held at the home of Ross McRae on Friday even ing. Donation Tea Success The Donation Tea held in the Council Chambers on Saturday after noon by the Woman’s Auxiliary to the General Hospital, was most suc cessful. Xbout 150 jars of fruit and piykels were received, also some cash dohations. The Auxiliary wish to thank'most kindly all who contrib- ted in any manner to the success of this undertaking. Western ReliefSewed for A large group of women met Wingham United Church on Wed nesday when quilts quilted being sent to the tea hour presented to Rev, J, F. and Mrs. And erson. This quilt had been made dur ing the year by Mrs. Alex. Reid’s work group of the Woman’s Mission ary Society. The background was white, with the names worked in mauve and a large picture of the Church in the centre. The presenta tion was made by Miss Tena Reid and Miss Caroline Wellwood read the address, TURNBERRY GIVES AN ACCLAMATION FOR THIRD TIME The annual nomination meeting for the Township of Turnberry was held on Friday afternoon at Bluevale with a fair representation of the taxpayers present. The meeting was short and snappy, and following the closing of the nominations by the Clerk, short addresses "were given by those nom inated. Following are those nomin ated with their movers and seconders. For Reeve Roland Grain, by Robt. W. Hogg and" Harry W. Bateman. Robt, A. Powell, by I. J. Wright and Wm, Latronica. FOR COUNCIL Roy Porter, by Harry W. Bateman and Elgin Johnston. Harold Moffatt, by Arthur Wheel er and Fred Hogg. James Breckenridge, by Wm, La tronica and John V, Fisher. Richard Wilton, by Fred Hogg and Arthur Wheeler. Robert A. Powell, by I. J. Wright and Wm. Latronica. Wm. Austin, by John H. Smith and Geo. A. Finley. (Continued on Page Two) DRILLED OIL WELL NEAR WATFORD Reeve F. L. Davidson completed drilling an oil well one mile east of Watford on Saturday. Oil was struck at 442 feet. Drilling was completed in 13 days and .the work was "done for the W. N. Alley Oil Co., of De troit. The well will have a capacity of 75 barrels a day and is a high grade oil in 46 gravity.^ The well is on the farm of Mrs. Ma'ry Kaday. Twenty machines are at present drilling in this district. So far there are eight oil wells producing and ten dry holes. We have a sample of the oil taken from this well in our” Window. Attended Harriston Meeting Major Kenneth Weaver, Zone Commander of the Legion for this district, was at Harriston last week assisting in forming a new branch of the Legion in that town. INSTITUTE HEARD TWO FINE PAPERS The regular meeting of the Wo men’s Institute was held in the Coun cil Chambers on Thursday afternoon with a good attendance. An interesting paper on “The Ideal Home” was given by Mrs. Adair. Walls and roof do not constitute a home. The ideal, vital and true part of every home is its inmates. The ideal home is the most wonderful spot in all God’s universe. There, Love is supreme, work is a joy, re creation a wholesome pleasure and there they love know Us best. The roll call peating a taph. At this venor of charge of the meeting. “O Canada” was sung and then Mrs. Bower asked all to bow their heads in one minute of silence to thank God that things are no worse than they are and that He will be ever near to guard and guide the men who are at the head of these nations who are working so hard to keep the world for peace and democracy. Mrs. Bower then gave an address on “Peace." She said, we hardly know what to think this past summer when everything pointed, to war and what a relief when the news flashed over the world that Nevill^ Chamb erlain and Premier Daladier had made the cry of war cease for the time being. She told how they were derided for letting the Czechs down but she said England and France did not let them down nor did they bow to threat of force. If they had taken any other course the hard pressed sister democracy would have become the “Flanders’ Field” of any war fought to defend her. Mrs. G. Williams of Peace” t Reid, Mrs. the meetin; Anthem, A dainty hostesses, Mrs. Wm. Adair and Mrs. Jennie Currie. DISTRICT NOMINA TION RESULTS Ashfield For Reeve—A. F, McDonald, Sam uel Sherwood. For Deputy-Reeve—W. A. Culbert, Gilbert Frayne, For Council-~Fred Anderson, Joe Killough, Lome Johnston,, Gordon Ctewart, Cecil Johnston. Colborne For &Reeve—George C, Feagan, Melvin Tyndall, John Pitblado. For Council—Alex. Watson, Nel son McLarty, James Chisholm, Wm. Thom (acct). Goderich Township For Reeve — Wilmot Haacke (accl.). For Council—Oliver Jervis, Herb Cox, Harry Cory, Ben Rathwell (accl.). West Wawanosh For Reeve — Thomas Webster, Cairrj Aitcheson, Bert Gallie, Fur Council—Brown Smith, Harold Gaunt, Wallace Miller, Gordon Mc Pherson. Goderich Mayor—H. J. E. MacEwan (accl.). Reeve—R, E. Turner (accl.). Deputy-Reeve — E. D. Brown, (accl.). Town Council—W. J. Baker, Mrs. Jean Hetherington, J. W. Craigie, David Sproul, H. L. Salkeld, F. E. Bingham, P. J. Ryan, Donnelly John ston, J. E. Huckins, Miss Josie Saun ders, Nelson Hill. P.U.C. (1939-40) — E. R. Wigle (accl.). Mildmay Reeve—P. D. Leismer (accl.). Councillors—Bernard Goetz, Philip Schumacher, Frank Lobsinger, Chas. Lobsinger, (accl.). At an enthusiastic meeting held in the Council Chamber on Tuesday ev ening a Ski Club was formed. The name will be the Alps Ski Club and the jumps and club house are locat ed in t.he Alps. The following were elected officers: Hon. Pres.—R. J. Deachman, President—Harold Mitchell. VicS-Pres.—George Robertson. Sec’y-Treas.—Carl McKay. Games Committee—Geo. Mason, Joe Ellacott, George Robertson, Lloyd Ellacott. Finance Committee—Carl McKay, Tom Simpson, J. H. Crawford. Social Committee—Mrs. O. borne, Margaret Currie, Mrs. Crawford. Very Ill Miss Emma DuVal, Toronto, of Mr. A. R. DuVal, who is well known here is seriously ill. Legion Auxiliary Meets Thursday The regular meeting of the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the Legion will be held in the Armouries on Thursday even ing this week. Again Heads Co-Operative Company At the annual meeting of the sha^K holders of the United Farmers’ Co- Operative Company, Limited, held at Toronto, Mr. R. J. Scott, of Belgrave, was re-elected President. Re-Elected U. F. W. President/^ Mrs. O. G. Anderson, of East Wa wanosh, was re-elected president of the United Farm Women of Ontario at the annual meeting held in Toron to last week. Hospital Auxiliary To Meet The regular meeting of the Wo men’s Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday afternoon, De cember 5th, at 3.45. . Old Boys’ At Home Success The Animal At Home of the Tor onto Huron Old Boys' Association and the Junior Association, was held in the Eaton Auditorium, College St., on Wednesday evening last week with a record attendance. A splendid program was presented. Dancing was enjoyed in the Concert Hall while 35 tables of euchre and bridge, o the adjoining hall. ’Shot in Dominion Match Members of the River Group Team No. 1, Wingham, 1449 out of 1500 in the D< Marksmen .22 Spo petition. The team teams were entered, — W. Sturdy 293, J, Henderson 272, Mitchell 299. Clifth first prize with a perfect score, Valley scored million irting Rifle Com* placed 16th. 210 , The scores wore S. Vanstone 292, G. Skiim 293, A. m Rifle Club won Y. P. CONFERENCE HEED HERE SUNDAY A Presbyterian Young People’s Conference was held in St. Andrew’s Church, Wingham, on Sunday after noon, with Eari Lough, of West- ininster Guild, Wingham, presiding. After devotional exercises, the chair man extended a very hearty welcome to the members present and then in troduced to the Conference Mr. John Stephens, of Toronto, the President of the Provincial Executive of Pres byterian Young People, In a few well chosen words Mr. Stephens expressed delight to be among the Young People of Mait land Presbytery and went on to urge increased activity along the lines of Bible Drama, Public Speaking and the great missionary project, aid for work in India, The Presbyterian Young People of Ontario, he said, were pledged to raise for this purpose $4000.00. He urged the Young People to adopt the new feature “Daily Bible Reading,” and concluded with the appeal to give their lives in humble submission to Christ, adopting the theme “Crus ading tor Christ.” Miss Margaret Anderson, Provinc ial Corresponding Secretary, explain ed that for the benefit of Young Peo ple’s Societies the work would now be exemplified by offering a program of Worship Service and Fellowship similar to what would be carried on in each society. Mr. Dan Firth, of Durham, 1st V. Pres, of the Prov, Society, then took the worship period. Mr. John Steph ens took the service period and told how Bill Borden, of Yale College, finding his life touched and changed by the hymn ‘“Beneath the cross of Jesus I fain would take my stand” went out as a missionary among the Moslems of Cairo and accomplished great things. Miss Margaret Anderson took the Fellowship Period giving practical applications of the 23rd Psalm and the hymn “Jesus, lover of my soul." Then came a full and sion of various problems frogt local societies and came from the more workers. The conference adjourned at five o’clock to re-assemble at 7 o’clock for public worship. This service was in charge of the Young People of the Westminster Guild under the leadership of the president, Earl Lough. The Scrip ture reading, Phillipians, 3rd chapter, was taken by Mr. Dan Firth, first vice president of the Provincial Y. P. S. Rev. Mr. Arthur Leggett, Moles- wortli, Presbytery convenor of Young People’s work, was the special speak er and based his remarks on the third chapter of Philippians and the first chapter of Romans, beginning at the 14th verse. These arc the words of Paul, he said, and we get the impression of a man whose life is controlled by a consuming passion to know Christ and to make Christ known. The church needs men and women like Paul, filled with this great desire to know Christ and to make Film known. Go to the Bible, God’s record con cerning His Son, and learn of Him. Jesus is waiting for you to open the door of your heart, as your Saviour, Friend and Master. Choose His way of life and you will be blest. We must not only send out mis sionaries, he added, but we must go to our dearest friends and nearest of kin and tell them. Know Him and make Him known and you will be truly blest and a comfort to men , Special music was provided by a male quartette, H. Aitcheson, Benson Hamilton, W. N. Pickcll and Earl Lough. A solo “Field Thou My Hand" was sung by Earl I Progressive Euchre Party The Turnberry 4th Line Section is holding a Progressive Euchre Party in their school on Fri day evenin: sharp, to be ladies EAST WAWANOSH TO HAVE AN ELECTION When the time expired for nomin ations for East Wawanosh Friday, four had been nominated for Reeve: and seven for Council. However, on ly two qualified to contest the reeve ship and five for Council, For Reeve are Peter W, Scott who is seeking re-election for his eighth term and Raymond R, Redmond, who has had five years’ Council experi ence. For Council: Lewis Ruddy,. Harvey Black, J. D. Beecroft, who are seeking re-election, and two new men, Norman McDowell and George Kerr. The complete list of nominations, as read out by Clerk Alex. Porter field is as follows: For Reeve: U?eter W. Scott, by John F. Mc Callum and Fred W. Cook, '•’‘Raymond R. Redmond, by John Buchanan and W. F. Campbell. Lewis Ruddy, by David Lockhart and Carl S. Govier. J. D. Beecroft, by John Gillespie and Charles Leaver. For Council *Lewis Ruddy, by Harry L. Sturdy and R. H. McGee. LHarvey Black by Mel Bradburn, and Albert Walsh. *Norman McDowell, by Jos. Mc Gill and Morris Bosman. *J. D. Beecroft, by J. Herson Ir win and G. Leask McGee. Lancelot Grain by Robert Coultes and George Irwin. *George Kerr, by Allan Pattison and Wm. Irwin. Adam Robertson by Robert Coub- tes and Allan Pattison *—Qualified. (Continued on Page Mrs., F. A. Parker was a visitor at Windsor for a few days last week. Ladies see the new “Kleentop” Fur Trim Motor Boots at Greer’s Shoe Store. Mrs. George Spotton has left for Niagara Falls where she will spent the winter. Mr. and. Mrs. A. R. DuVal attend ed the Royal Winter Fair at Toron to, last week. Messrs. F. A. Madill and K. Som ers attended the hockey game in Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto Satur day night. Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Crawford and Kenneth left by motor on Saturday to spend the winter at St. Peters burg, Florida. Week end visitors at the h'ome of Mr. and Mrs. Chris. Templeman were, her niece, Mrs. Svenson of New Jersey, N. Y. also Nephew and wife of Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. Hayden. Henley. Held! Communion Service St. Paul’s ion service Wednesday. Trinity, W. them in this full of significance to the W. A. To Take Over ListOwel Church Rev. E. C. Smith, who for the past two years has been pastor of Mount . Forest Baptist Church and prior to- that pastor of the Baptist Church here, had accepted a call to Listowel Baptist Church and will assume his new charge December 11th. ---------------V MAIL EARLY 'With less than a month until Christmas, the postal services will be strained to the utmost to handle the Christmas mail, The following infor mation and suggestions are, there fore, given so that the public may help relieve congestion. Mail for overseas .should be post ed at once or at the very latest, to connect with S. S. Duchess of York from St. John, Dec. 9th, and Halifax Dec. 10th. Suggested latest mailing dates arc: Dec. 12tb, United States (to allow for Customs examination); Dec. 16th, BL Columbia; Dec. 17th, Alberta and Saskatchewan; Doc. 18th, Manitoba;, Dec. 20, Ontario and Quebec; Dee. 21st, local delivery. The public can give its greatest as sistance by mailing early, and any postal information will be cheerfully given by the Postmaster and his staff-