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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1939-10-05, Page 1Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year•“ Smg-le-Copies Five Cents More Fire Hose Tp Be PurchasedWere Also made fine 21ston spon- the 33 3 for Fowl Bingo NOTICE RE COUPONS will «• -K ktll- ni: f 5 1 2 1 2 2 1 Public Satur- D. Rae & Son. Machan Bros. Silverwood’s Dairy Office Ransacked Safe Blown by Nitro-Glycerine ■ Celebrations at Knox Presbyterian Church To Be Held Oct. 8-15 Watch for the Opening of Royal-T-Dance Hall. coupons. We will, however, coupons up to October 15th, Horses of All Classes Were Outstanding Rev. J. F. Anderson Gave JWorning Address We hereby give notice tjiat^after Sept. 30th, 1939, we will discontinue issuing redeem 1939. AlUDflg Owners Should Read This Article. the farm residence were in a head-on Kitchener car pro­ drizzle of rain was Dog Near Mildmay Also Suspected of Rabies Morning Worship Took The Form of An Old Fashioned Conventicle Service WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5th, 1939 out the fol- Fair in the RECORD ENTRY AT WINGHAM FAIR Exhibits in Livestock Division A Feature /SBU JSSrl With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. DOGS MUST BE KEPT CONFINED AUTUMN CONFER­ ENCE HELD AT B.LYTH By-Law No. 117 passed. by the .Town Council at a special meeting on "' Thursday last to prevent tlfb spread • •of rabies, is as follows: 1. That no dog shall be allowed to run at large in the Town of Wing-* Hiam. 2. All dogs owned in the Town of ' Wingham shall be kept confined on a •chain or in an enclosure which will ..prevent the dog’s escape. (Note: This . means dogs are not allowed to be tak- . en for walks on. a leash or allowed • out to return when called; In other words, they must be kept confined as -stated in by-law). 3. No dog now being kept in the Town of Wingham shall be moved out of town without a written order .signed by the Medical, Officer of Health. This order shall remain in • force until revoked by the Medical Officer of Health. For violation of the above a ■of $50 and costs is provided. 75 th ANNIVERSARY AT BELGRAVE The congregation of Knox Presby- • terian Church, Belgrave-, have been ..fortunate in securing the services of Rev. Dr. F. W. Gilmour, of London, Moderator of the Synod of Hamilton ' ..and London,. who will conduct the services at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Sun- May,. October Sth. On the following Sunday afternoon, ■October 15th, at 2.30 p.m., Rev. A. L. ■Budge, M.A., of Hamilton, a former Belgrave boy, will conduct an old ■.time service in connection with this •anniversary celebration. The public are cordially invited to attend these services. TAG DAY FOR BLIND WAS SUCCESS Tag Day to raise funds for the .blind, which was sponsored by the Women’s Institute, was held Satur­ day with results pronounced very sat­ isfactory by the committee in charge. Over sixty dollars was raised, which is about ten dollars more than last years. Girls from the high school, al­ so Boy Scouts, acted as collectors and taggers. The Women’s Institute wish to ex­ press their appreciation to the tag­ gers for their splendid efforts and al­ so to the citizens of the district their co-operation and support. A Bingo with fowl for prizes be held in the Council Chambers at 8 p.m. on Friday, October 6th, by the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the Legion. The first 60 buying 25c worth of tickets will have a chance on a special. Pro­ ceeds to be used for refugees ah.d oth­ er charities. Table Tennis Champs At the table tennis tournaments at the Public School, Norman Anderson won the singles with Eddie Carter rUnner-up. Further Enlistments Frank Vanner, a veteran of the •Great War, has enlisted in the Can- ’ adian Engineers at London. Frank Angus and A. Stokes have signed up ■with the Perth Regiment at Stratford. UNITED CHURCH S. S. HELD RALLY DAY The annual Rally Day of the Unit­ ed Church Sunday School was held on Sunday afternoon with a good at­ tendance. The theme of the service was “The Light Shining Through,” ab’out which Rev* J. F. Anderson, the pastor, gave an interesting addres's. To illustrate and impress upon the Children the theme, a life-size picture of Christ with a light behind it and a box in front, was displayed. The children each with a pih punctured a hole in the box, The light shirting through these tiny holes formed the word “Jesus.” Taking part in the program was 12- year-old Patsy Porteifield, of Lis-s towel, who sang three numbers, A solo was also rendered by Louise Dote. Recitations were given by Jim­ my Hall and Ileen Knox,. . • The Autumn Conference for the Older Boys and Girls was held in the United Church, BJyth, on Saturday, Sept. 30th, The conference was tin­ der the auspices of the Huron County Boys’ and Girls’ Work Board. There were two sessions, the morning com­ mencing at 9.30 and the afternoon at 1.30. The keynote address “Building a New World” was given by Rev. J. F. Anderson, of Wingham. From 10,45 to 12.30 there were group dis­ cussions directed by Mrs. (Dr.) Toll. The leaders of the Boys’ groups were Revs.' C. L. Brown, Gordon Hazle- wood, R. A. Brook and Mr. Gordon Hargrave. The Girls’ groups were led by jMrs. J. Hazlewood, Mrs. W. Thompson, Mrs. R. M. Weekes and Mrs, H. Mahoney. Two hundred delegates sat ’down to a fine banquet in the B’lyth Mem­ orial Hall provided by the W.M.S. of the United Church. At the dinner table a Sing Song was conducted by Rev. H. J. Mahoney. The special feature of the after­ noon session was a eery inspiring ad­ dress by Rev. A. P. Quentin, of Tor­ onto, who spent 40 years as a miss­ ionary in China. Mr. Quentin appear­ ed in the costume of a heathen priest and showed many articles represent­ ing the heathen worship. At 5.00 p.m. the delegates enjoyed a picnic supper in the Church base­ ment. Brief messages were given by members of the Boys’ Parliament. The closing exercises took the form of 4 beautiful Vesper service very ab­ ly conducted by Miss Clare McGow­ an. e BELGRAVE WOMAN INJURED IN CRASH Mrs. Richard, Yule Seriously Injur­ ed - Her Husband and Other Car Driver Also Injured. t? t ~ ~ In a traffic accident which occurred at 7.30 Friday evening on No. 4 high­ way, three miles -south of Clintqn, Mrs. Richard Yule, of Belgrave, re­ ceived very serious injuries, Mr. Yule, station master at Belgrave, driving his own car, was less Seri­ ously injured, as fas also Mike Kash- loss of Kitchener, driver of the other car involved, All three were taken to Clinton hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Yule were returning from New York where they had at­ tended the World’s Fair and when at a point opposite of Milton Wiltse, collision with the ceeding south, A falling at the time and visibility was poor which circumstance along with headlight glare is supposed to be res- | Grounds, ponsible for^the impact and both cars were badly^ damaged. Dr. W. A. Oakes was called to the scene of the accident and had the in­ jured removed to the hospital. Traf­ fic Officer N. Lever, Clinton, who was called, was quickly in communi­ cation with Provincial Officer Rob­ inson of Exeter who made the offic­ ial investigation. SAFE BLOWN AT LUCKNOW PLANT COUNCIL HELD SESSION MONDAY RABIES ATTACKED ANOTHER DOG NAMES WANTED OF MEN WHO ENLIST Dance at Belgrave • Friday, October 6th, Foresters’ Hall, Belgrave, McKenzie’s Orches­ tra. Admission 25c. Won First at Goderich O. Haselgrove, D. B. Porter, W. A. Miller, skip, won the Irish Trebles Tournament held in Goderich Mon­ day evening. The local club was re­ presented by two other rinks. Fine Quality Dutch Bulbs Direct from Holland. The stock is still complete, many varieties of “Dar­ win” and'“Triumph” Tulips,’ -Narcissi, Daffodils, Hyacinth and Croccus. Get them now at McKibbon’s Drug Store. Middlesex-Hurons Want Recruits The Middlesex-Huron Regiment is mobilizing up to peace-time strength. Anyone wishing to join this regiment from this district may secure all in­ formation by getting in touch with Lieut. Harry Towne. To Hold Thansgiving Service A special Thanksgiving Service will be held at 10.30 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, October 9th, in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Rev. Kenneth MacLean will preach. The service will be the regular Church of the Air. County Association Bowling Party The Huron County Junior Associ­ ation, will Hold a, Bowling Party at the Central Bowling Academy, 22 ‘Shepherd Street, Saturday, October 14th, at 8.15 p.m. For further infor­ mation, kindly get in touchy with the Secretary, Miss Grace Stirling, phone LL2739X Former Wingham Lad Listowel Champ Bill Scott, of Listowel, son of jMr. and Mrs. James Scott, former Wing­ ham residents, (Mr* Scott was Bell Telephone manager here), won the intermediate boys’ championship at the Listowel High School. Bill won four firsts, 200 yards, 440 yards, run­ ning broad jump, hop, step and jump. The Advance-Times would like to keep a complete list of all the men and women of Wingham and the sur­ rounding district who enlist in the Canadian Active Service Force and invites the co-operation of all its readers and friends. Such a list, kept up-to-date, will be an invaluable re­ cord in years to come, but it will on­ ly be of use if information is given to us promptly and in detail. The names, ages and parentage of all those who enlist, whether male or female, should be handed in together with the unit that they join, and this should be followed up With any changes of location whenever they jnove. Parents and friends are a'sked to keep this in mind and those who enlist are requested to advise us of their movement whenever possible. HOSPITAL FRUIT COLLECTION FRIDAY The annual collecton of fruit, jams, and vegetables for Wingham General Hospital, will be held on Friday this week. ’ , Members of the Ladies’ Auxiliary to. the Hospital will as usual make the collection calling at all homes, and it is urged that the public be as generous as. possible. Teachers’ Convention The Annual Convention of the North Huron Teachers’ Institute will be held in London On Friday, Octob­ er 13th. The convention will take the form of a zone gathering for some eight inspectorates. A display of work Will be on, display in the Lon­ don schools and educational address­ es will be given by outstanding speakers. It is expected that at a lat­ er date a second day for grade school teachers will be held at Stratford. The rural teachers will assemble in township groups for their sccorid ga­ thering, Joins Port Elgin Battery Mr. W. R. Tomlinson, M.P. for Bruce, has joined the 98th Field Bat­ tery at Port Elgin. Sang at St. Andrew’s Church Mrs. Larry Grose, of St. Marys, sang “Fear Ye Not, Oh Israel” and Mr. Fred Hanmore, of Sarnia “The Penitent” at the evening service in St. Andrew’s Church on Sunday. Rabbit Shot Hunter • The story of a rabbit which shot a hunter came out of the inquest at Southampton into the death of 28- year-old Charles Ganfield. The cor­ oner said Ganfield probably was fat­ ally wounded by !his own gun when the dying rabbit kicked the trigger. The verdict was accidental death. St. Andrew’s Anniversary Oct. 15th The anniversary services in connec­ tion with St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church wilt be lield on Sunday, Oc­ tober 15th, at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. The speaker for the .occasion will be the Rev. Dr. James Wilson, of Toronto. The Choir, under the direction of H. V. Pym, has prepared special music. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8th DAY OF PRAYER A proclamation has been issued from the Prime Minister’s office at Ottawa setting apart Sunday, October Sth, as a day of humble prayer and intercession throughout the Domin­ ion. The proclamation sets forth that Canada, has been forced to take up hfms' m. defence of rights and liberties unjustly attacked and to prevent un­ provoked aggression. Ideal weather of Thursday the Wingham Fair a most pleasant event. The grounds, green with the recent rains, presented an attractive appearance and with the sun shining brightly, all were in a holiday mood- It is estimated that 3,000 were pre­ sent, but despite the fine weather the paid attendance was not up to that of last year, which was a disappoint­ ment to the directors, However, the evening performance at the Arena was' an outstanding success which more than offset the decrease in at­ tendance in the afternoon. A parade of Perth Regiment sold­ iers headed by the Wingham Band marched from Main St. to the Fair Reeve R. S. Hetherington officially opened the Fair. The nymber of exhibits was great­ er than for. some years, a record it is believed. The entry of < horses, sheep, cattle and hogs was far above other years not only in numbers but also for quality. The entries would rival those of the big fairs such as the C.N.E. and the Western. Wingham Fair has always been noted for its fine horse show and this tradition was continued to an even greater degree. The exhibits in. the buildings were very good and included an excellent display of world by school children. The displays of various firms in town were very attractive ,and the merchants are to be congratulated their enterprise. Results of Races 2.28 Trot: Joe Patch, S. J. Miller, Mil­ verton ............................ Williams, Andrews, Ayton Tramp Girl, J. H. Galbraith Brussels ............. ........... Running Race: 1st, J. H. Galbraith, Brussels; 2nd and 3rd, W. Ilbury, Woodstock, Gentleman’s Road Race: •* 1st, C. Fry, Wingham; 2nd, Currie & Tervit, Wingham; 3rd, S. J. Miller, Milverton. , . . - • : Evening Entertainment About 1,000 attended the Concert, Dance and Bingo that was held in the Arena in the evening. The Canadian Cowboys Concert Co., of London, staged the program and played for the jitney dance. The Bingo booth was well patrnoized. It'was a most successful Fall Fair night’s entertain­ ment. (Continued on Page Two) Deer Killed by Dogs A deer, about half grown, was ed by dogs on the farm of Joseph Hogg, 3rd concession of Morris. County Constable Wh Gardiner was called and had the animal buried. EADIES’ CHURCH ‘ HELD ANNIVERSARY When Eadies’ Presbyterian Church arked its anniversary, Sunday, the old-fashioned conventicle service, re- miniscent of pioneer days, was held during the morning period of worship. Rev. Angus McIver, of Tiverton, who was the guest speaker for this occasion, made several references to the pioneer era during his sermon. During the conventicle service, J. S. MacDonald, of South Kinloss, act­ ing as precentdr, led in the singing of the old psalms, without the use of tuning fork, The congregation also returned to the former custom of standing for prayer and rbmaifting seated during the singing, The offering was received in velvet bags, attached to long hand-made handles, preserved for many years by members of the congregation.* . . Services were largely attended. Professional yeggmen blew the safe in the Silverwood dairy plant, Luck­ now, Sunday, and made off with the contents. The loot included many pay envelopes for farmers, who sup­ ply produce. Investigating, police found that four..shots of nitro-glycerine had been used to blow open the outer and in­ ner doors of the safe, situated on the second floor of the building. One of the explosions blew down a section of the office wall, hurling it into a stairway. The robbery was discovered when building during the morning. an official of the plant went to the Police at Walkerton were notified and Provincial Constable Otto Me- Clevis, Walkerton, took charge of the investigation. Residents later told the officer they had seen a strange car, and a group of men, in town both be­ fore and after the robbery. The li­ cense number had been taken and on investigation proved to be a machine stolen in' Toronto. Thfe men, it is believed, entered the plant at midnight and worked there for three hours. Before leaving, they ransacked the office. Toronto authorities are co-operat­ ing in the investigation. Police are of the opinion the gang is the one responsible for a number of raids in Bruce and Huron counties, including recent ones in Tara, Palmerston and Gorrie. RUMMAGE SALE OCTOBER The Annual Rummage Sale sored by the Women’s Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital will be held in the Council Chamber on Sat­ urday afternoon, October 21st, at 2 o’clock. Any donations of clothing, house furnishings etc., will be grate­ fully received and may be left at the Council Chamber or will be called for by phoning 107. Things you can not use may be useful to someone else, so bring them along. There will also be a sale of home baking and after­ noon tea served. Remember the date —Saturday, October 21st. RADIO LICENSES ARE PAST DUE In the mails last week cards from the Radio Division of the Department of Transport notifying the tardy that if they have not paid their radio li­ cense ($2.50) that the date for such payment is past due. Each year a number are fined for not having such a license, so a word to the wise folks, get yours without -delay. . , . ■ | Beautify Your Home and Garden The fine stock of Genuine Dutch Bulbs is still complete, Beautify your home with Spring Bloom during the winter months. Many varieties of Hyacinth, Tulip, Daffodil, Narcis and Croccus Bulbs at McKibbon’s Drug Store. Recent Movings Mr. Charles Hopper has moved from his home in Pleasant Valley to the house he recently purchased on Frances St., in which Mr. Wellington Wilson lived. Mr. Wilson has taken up residence in the Thompson house, corner of Shuler and Alfred Streets. Mt. Joe Bailey will reside,in the Hop­ per hobse in Pleasant Valley. A Phenomenon The bark on a stick of birch that we have on display in our window is one half birch and the other half maple. It was brought to our office by Fire Chief Louttit who states he has never seen the like before. Oth­ ers who have seen it also confirm that the bark is half birch and half maple and that it is a phenomenon. All members were present for the meeting of the Council on Monday evening with Mayor Crawford in the chair. A letter .was read from the Ontario Municipal Electric Association re­ questing Council pass a resolution asking the Dominion Government to supply militia guards for all hydro plants. This letter was filed on mo­ tion of VanWyck and Wilkinson. A communication from the Depart­ ment of Municipal Affairs re vacant land cultivation, was filed on motion of Reeve Hetherington and Coun. Johnson. Mr. Good interviewed the Council re supplying wood from his yard in­ stead of placing it is in the town shed. Mr. Ronald Rae and Miss Margar­ et MacLean representing the coal dealers, stated they felt it was unfair competition for coal to be trucked in­ to town by those who did not main­ tain facilities for supplying coal at all times. This matter will be consider­ ed at a subsequent meeting. On mo­ tion of ’Couns. Evans and Wilkinson the Clerk was instructed to find out what regulations regarding coal busi­ ness were in force in nearby towns. Coun. Evans reporting for the Street Committee, said the drain on the east end of John St. had been opened, broken tile replaced and test­ ed. It was found that the break was further down. Proper equipment for testing is being procured. The drain at McKay’s corner, he felt, can be fixed by taking it across the street to the other sewer. He also reported a drain on Minnie St., from the Madi­ gan property, was overflowing. Hockey Committee Formed Couns. VanWyck, Sturdy, Johnson and Reeve Hetherington, were ap­ pointed a committee to help out in the hockey situation this year and get in touch with other executives. Councillor Lloyd said that levelling was being carried on at the Cemet­ ery and that all the dirt on hand us­ ed for surfacing would soon be used. Coun. VanWyck, chairman of the Fire committee, recommended the purchase of 150 feet of hose at once. No hose had been purchased this year and the price would advance immed­ iately. It was decided to purchase 150 feet of hose, on motion of Reeve Hetherington and Coun. Lloyd. Coun. VanWyck also pointed out the splendid service the new fire truck gave at the fire at Cook’s factory. He also commended the firemen on the manner they carried on their duties. Reeve Hetherington brought up the matter of people who cannot work but get relief, whether or not they should be sent to the County Home. No decision was reached at present. Coun. Johnson brought up the mat­ ter of some dogs not being confined as Stated in the bylaw re dogs run­ ning at large, The owner will be warned by the Chief. . . For the past week Dr, J, P. Mc­ Kenzie, of the Health of Animals De­ partment, has been here investigating the outbreak of rabies. Dr. R. W, Woolman of the Dept, of Health, is also here this week' on this import­ ant work. The latest development was the death of Ed. Halloway's dog in Low­ er Wingham. The dog’s head was shipped to Toronto for examination and the doctors are quite sure it was rabid. This brings the deaths* of dogs with rabies or suspected of rabies, here, to four, A dog near Mildmay went on the rampage and attacked a boy, a pig and a calf. The dog has since died and its head is being sent to Toronto for examination, to determine if it was rabid. The calf and pig also died. LOCAL CLUB CENTRAL LEAGUE CHAMPIONS On Wednesday afternoon of last week the local Central League Club won from Clifford 14-6 in what was the second of a three out of five ser­ ies for the championship. The Clif­ ford Club won the first game here by default but despite the fact they were even in wins, gave up the ghost and defaulted the remaining games giving the Wingham club possession of the trophy. ■ Our gang brought the cup back with them and it will remain in their possession until a new championship club is decided next year. OUTSIDE RINKS WON TREBLES TOURNEY A Trebles tournament was held on the local greens on Tuesday evening with 14 rinks taking part, Lucknow 2, Teeswater 1, Walkerton 1, Hanov­ er 1, Goderich 1, Brussels 1, Wing­ ham 7. Lucknow, rink's won 1st and 3rd prizes and Teeswater 2nd prize. The winners were: 1st, J. Schmidt, A, Solomon-, W. M>Coy, skip, Luck­ now, 3 wins plus 16; 2nd, D. Brown, G. Small, M. Donahue, skip, Tees­ water, 3 wins plus 11; 3rd, W. Hoff­ man, C. Allen, R. Robertson, skip, Lucknow, § Wirts plus 13, _ ____<-«•>*- •--------------= Notice Re Coupons Notice is hereby given that after October 14, 1939, no coupons’ will be issued at our store. Coupons, how­ ever, will be redeemed up to Novem­ ber 15th, 1939. McAvoy’s Drug Store. 99th BATTERY TO MOBILIZE According to orders issued at head­ quarters, all militia units in Canada will be immediately mobilized to peace-time strength, This order cov­ ers the 99th Battery at Wingham, of which Major George W» Hewson is hi charge. Recruits are now being taken on to" bring the Battery up to peace-time requirements which is about 10. Showered by Friends A very enjoyable evening was held at the home of Miss Donalda Fixter last Thursday when about twenty-five girl friends of Miss Mary Stewart presented her with a kitchen shower. Injured at Ripley Fair While driving one of his horses at Ripley Fair on Wednesday last week Clayton Fryfogle was thrown to the ground when a wheel of the buggy buckled. Clayton wrenched his back rather badly but turned lowing day at Wingham single driver class. Extension Classes Start Here on Saturday Extension classes are by the University of Western On­ tario, London, in Wingham. Lectures by a university professor will be giv­ en in economics 20 and .economics 30, alternate Saturdays in the School, These classes begin day, October 7th, at 2 p.m. Another Mystery While the world has repeatedly asked “Bremen, Bremen, who has the Bremen?” and received no definite answer, another major mystery has developed right here in town. The Central League Trophy, proudly dis­ played in Haselgtove’s Smoke Shop, apparently has met a similar fate. It mysteriously disappeared this week and although it has been reported ill different places, tie one knows the answer to “Where, Oh Where Has Omar’s Cup Gone?” Transferred Here " Mr. Ken. Pennington, of Goderich, has been transferred from the Mit­ chell branch of the Dominion Stores to the Wingham branch. , Pipe from New Well Connected The work of connecting a pipe from the new well to the main on Josephine Street, was completed on Monday night. Of course, no water is being used from the new’ well as yet as the pump has not yet been in­ stalled. The connection was made in front of the driveway between A. C. Adams’ Feed Store and the Town Flail. WOMEN’S GROUP THANK-OFFERING The Fall Thank-Offering meeting of the. Woman’s Missionary Society of Wingham United Church was held on Monday, Mrs. E. S. Copeland pre­ siding. The Scripture was given by Mrs. Kingston and Mrs. Gowans off­ ered prayer, followed by a Thanks­ giving meditation led by Mrs. Bow­ ers. The guest speaker was Mrs. (Rev.) Tavenor, of Bluevale, who took as her subject "Stop, Look and Listen.” Stop, and think of all things, for which we, as Canadians, should give thanks at the present time; look, at the work which has been done by our missionaries in home and foreign fields; listen, to the calls which are coming to us in national and Church life, so that we may be ready for the tasks before us, A reading by Mrs* VanWyck and a solo by Mrs. Wm, McCool, were greatly appreciated, Mrs. Willis and Mrs, Chas. Hop* per were appointed delegates to the Sectional Meeting in Belgrave Oct. 20th.