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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1939-12-21, Page 1D Subscriptions $2.00 Per ¥e#rWINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21st, 1939Single Copies .Five Cents ^7 Over Thirty Dollars Realized for the Christmas Tree Fund Tragic Death Discovered By His Mother. Three Boys Injured^ One. Fatally, by Hit-and-Run MotoristThe First Year of the Club’s Exist­ ence Was Marked Success GEORGE MAGEE FOUND DEAD IN HIS BARN FISH AND GAME CLUB HAD GOOD YEAR The sad and tragic death of George -Magee, Bluevale Road, on Monday ‘-was a great shock to his family and .friends. Shortly after 5 p.m. his mo- :ther, Mrs. Sarah Magee, discovered .his lifeless body hanging from a raf- ■ ter in the passage way of the cow .shed. 1 Mrs. Magee and her son, William, ■went to Mr. Wm, Yule’s on the 2nd • concession about 9 o’cloc|c in the morning and didn’t return until about •<6 in the afternoon. Will went to put the horse away and Mrs. Mageejwent to the house. She noticed that the -stove was cold and went to the barn to see if her son was doing the chores. .After she spoke to her son, Will, she was met by the dog which led her to ■where she found George. After investigation by Dr. & C. Redmond, the coroner, and County Constable Gardner it was announced ■that no inquest would be held. The deceased man was a life long resident of this district. He was born on the 2nd concession of Turnberry, ’-but for the past 34 years has lived on the Bluevale Road. He was in his 55th year and for the past few months has been in poor health but did not -.appear to be dispondent. Surviving are his mother and one ■brother, who lived on the same farm, also a sister, Mrs. Alex. Elliott, Blue- . - vale Road. The funeral will be held (to-day) Wednesday from H. J. Fryfogle’s Funeral.Parlours. The service which is private will,, be conducted by Rev. C. Tavener of the Bluevale United •"Church. The pallbearers, . Murray Jenkins, . Jack Jenkins, George Fowler, Creight­ on Cleghorn, Russell Jermyn, Alvin ..Procter. Interment in^Wingham Cemetery. ST. ANDREW’S CHRISTMAS CONCERT The annual meeting was held in the Council • Chambers last week with a good attedance from tlie town and outlying districts. Mr. George Orvis, as president, took the chair and E. M. Snell acted as secretary of the meet­ ing. The president gave a very inter­ esting talk on activities of the club for the past season, its first year since organization, of some forty members. Three good streams were signed up and well stocked with speckled trout, averaging some three inches and will furnish good picking in a couple of years. Report of the Sec.-Treas, was read, showing a good balance and sub­ stantial gains in membership and in­ terest in our fish and game preserva­ tion. Election of officers was the next order and resulted as follows: President—Geo, Orvis. Vice Pres.—Dave Fortune. Sec.-Treas.—Vic. Haines. Executive Com.—All officers and Messrs. J. J. Evans, R.~J. Galbraith, W. S. Hall, E-. Snell, Dr. T. Torrance, Clare Adams, Dave Fortune. ,Planting of Streams and Game Cov­ ers—Dave Fortune, E. M. Snell, Vic. Haines, J. L. McEwen, R. .Grain, G. Orvis. Membership Com,—J. J. Evans, A. M. Crawford, O. Haselgrove, Ronald Rae, W. S. Hall, Frank Sturdy and Mr. Wade, of Belgrave. A new committee was formed for “The Protection of Game and Fish”— Chairman, VE. Snell; Dave Fortune, V. Haines, J, J. Evans, R. J. Gal­ braith, Geo. Orvis. ✓ The Club has looked into further fish' stocking and have at least five goodTstreams' in view for 1940 work; Looking toward better protection of our Fish and Game, the Club will be quite active along these lines arid fur­ ther developments will be reported/ which will be of interest to the lovers of good fishing and hunting for the club is standing out clearly for pro­ per protection of Oru game laws. With Which It Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette end Wroxeter Newt. (Mb ‘Sfaaljiiwh (Cbristnuis To be sure, we’re a lot more modern nowadays .... and justly proud of our advancement. But there’s one thing that’s never been improved up­ on — the good old-fashioned Christmas Spirit. We look back to the day of sleigh bells, frosty breath’d steeds, footwarmers and mufflers ... and wish the genuine joy of those hearty times to you and yours. May your Christ- . mas be as full of treasured happiness !' Stye Wittgljam Abinuur - ormrs anh Staff HAVE YOU GIVEN TO THE XMAS TREE FUND FRIDAY NOMINATIONS IN THE TOWNSHIPS INQUEST ADJOURNED * A very pleasant evening was spent by the pupils of St. Andrew’s Sunday .School on Tuesday evening, the occa­ sion, being the annuaLChristmas con- ■cert. Mr. R. H. Lloyd, the Supt., pre- -sided. The opening hymn was “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” after which Rev. K. MacLean led in prayer. The following program followed: ■Chorus, "Merry Christmas,” primary ' -class, recitation, Teddy McLean; re- '■ citation, Iona Henderson; chorus, Miss Forsyth’s class; recitation, Jean Adair; chorus, Miss Greer’s boys’ class; recitation by Joyce Dalgleish, Gwen McLean and Ruth Gannett; or­ chestra selection; recitation, Joan West; chorus, “Noel,” Miss M. King’s ' _ class; solo, Ida. Scott; recitation, John McKenzie; orchestra; duet," Craig Armstrong, trumpet and George Lloyd, piano; dialogue, Miss C. Is- bister’s class; chorus, Miss B. Rae’s class. Santa arrived amid much, excite­ ment and distributed goodies to the children. CAPT. ADAMS TO HOLD XMAS PARTY On Saturday afternoon at 2.30 q Free Matinee for children will be held at the Lyceum Theatre. The picture will star Jane Withers in "Keep Smil­ ing,” there will also be cartoons and short subjects. More Funds Required by Tree and Santa Claus the Xmas Fund. subscribe Morris, Howick and Kinloss Nomin­ ate Friday Jury Viewed Body of Accident^ Victim . ACCIDENT VICTIM LAID TO REST SACRED CONCERT WELL ATTENDED Montgomery Boy in London Hospital , Monday afternoon Jack Montgom­ ery, who was injured in the sleigh, riding - car accident last week, was taken to Victoria Hospital, London. While he is yet in a serious ebndition the doctors are quite hopeful of his recovery. Institute to Meet Dec. 21st The December meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute will be held Thurs- • day, Dec. 2i“st, at 2.30 o’clock. The roll call is to be answered by Gift Suggestions. Hostesses: Mrs. Wm. Adair, Mrs. J. Moffatt, Miss Lois Ap- bleby, Mrs. W. Wellwood. Mr. J. W. Bushfield will be the guest speaker. TRANSFERRED TO JAPANESE POST ,Max. T, Stewart, who has been Trade Commissioner for Canada in «Shanghai, China, for the past two and Kflr half years, is being transferred to Tokyo, Japan, in January next year. Before taking up his new1 .post, Mr, Stewart is enjoying a holiday in Hong Kong and Manilla in the Pliilipine Is­ lands. Mr, Stewart is the youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. I. Stewart and received his education at Wingham High School and Toronto University. Sunday Midnight Dance At the Royal T. Wingham, Benny Palmer Orchestra. Admission 50c. Euchre and Dance Dec.-27th A Euche and Dance will .be held in the Sacred Heart Parish Hall Wed­ nesday evening, Dec? 27th. Lunch served. • „ « Fine Selection of Cards There is yet time for you to order your^ Christmas Cards with your name printed on, at the Advance- Times. Good choice of cards 65c to $1,25 dozen. Curled at London On Wednesday last week the local rink of E. J. Nash, Jas. Carr Sr., Jas. Carr Jr., D. Rae, skip, took part in the -curling bonspeil at London. They won two games and lost one. Week olf Prayer Jan. 1st to Sth The Universal Week of Prayer will be observed here under the auspices of the Ministerial Association the first Week of the New Year, Complete an­ nouncement in our next issue.' Lions’ Meeting Called Off Due to the busy times just prior to Christmas and also on account of the Lions’ Dance next week, the club have cancelled their regular meeting which would have been held this week. Bridge Club Held Session Six and one-half tables attended the bridge club Wednesday evening last week. The small attendance was no doubt due to the busy time. The next game Will be on the Wednesday evening between Christmas and New Year's, The winners were: North and South: W. H. French and W. W. Armstrong; Murray Roberts and A, Forbes; tied, Mrs, W> Campbell and Mrs, W. W, Armstrong, Miss N, Din- sley and K. Somers; East and West: .JI, H. Crawford and A. Wiisott; Mrs. D. B, Porter and Mrs, W. EL Waram; Mrs, EL Campbell and EL Sherbondy; Mr. and Mrs. Don,, Nasmith. If you have not as yet to the Community Christmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund would you please do so at once. The’ committee in. charge of this splendid work inform us that they have not as yet nearly sufficient funds to carry on as they have in other years. -Do not delay— make .your donation at once, both blinks receive subscriptions. Many are of the opinion, that it will not be necessary to send as many baskets this year. ' The' committee have checked the list and they find that as many baskets will not be sent this year but the number-will not be far off that sent last year. These bas­ kets do much to foster the Spirit of Christmas in our town, and as yet there are not enough funds to them. , Thanks in anticipation. send Curlers Held Euchre Harry Diamond and his committee held a stag euchre at the Curling Club Monday evening. Ten' tables took part in the play. Tied in first position for both points and lone hands were, Art Wilson, Sam Chittick and Jack Raby. In the cut Art Wilson won the points prize and Sam Chittick the one for lone hands. . On Friday afternoon between 12 ahd 1, Morris ^Township will hold their nominating meeting. Consider­ able interest is being evidenced in this coming event, as it is aid there may be some changes. It is rumoured that Elston Cardiff will again seek the Reeveship and there is also the pos­ sibility that one of the Councillors may also make a try. Howick nominations are the same day but from 1 to 2. Last year Reeve Gamble came back to win the Reeve­ ship from J. A. BryattS after a very exciting nomination. Deputy Reeve D. Weir nosed out A. E. Toner and there were fireworks on the council also. Last year at the meeting a line fence and a windmill created the most conversation and it is said that there may be an election against this year. That day will probably tell. Kinloss may have an. election. There has been litigation over a drain in this township and things may bub­ ble over at the nominations on Fri­ day between 1 and 2. If this is the case this meeting should pack plenty of interest. A coroner’s jury composed of W. T. Booth, foreman; C. B. Armitage/ Gordon Gannett, W. Wallace Gurney and James A. Carr viewed the body, of Harold Seli at R. A. Currie’s fun­ eral parlours Saturday morning and then adjourned. The jury was under the direction of Dr. R. C-. Redmond, the coroner, and was called on in­ structions from Crown Attorney D. Holmes, of Goderich. If the police lay a charge against anyone as the driver of the death car this jury will not be called again, but if such is not the case *this jury will be again summoned to make further inquiry into the case. • In the meantime the police are still following certain leads and have not as yet given up hope of locating the party who drove the car that ran ov­ er the sleigh injury the. three boys, one fatally; , , • i When a hit-and-run driver plowed into a bob-sleigh' at the corner of ! Frances and John Sts., early Thurs.- day evening, three boys were injured. W. Harold Seli,. 13-year-old sou of Mr. and Mrs.. James A. Sell, was bad­ ly crushed when the car passed over him and he passed on in the Hospital Saturday morning. Jack Montgom­ ery, also. 13 years age, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Montgomery, is in the Hospital in a serious condition- He is suffering from a severe wound in the back of his head, a broken arm, injuries to his face, also other injur­ ies. Twelve-year-old Albert Fitzpat­ rick, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Fitz­ patrick, -was the least injured of the three, his ankle being sprained, other injuries consisted of bruises. The three boys were sleigh-riding down John Street, when a car going­ north on Frances street ran into the sleigh at the intersection. Albert, who was on the front of the bob, was thrown off as the car hit the sleigh, but the car ran over Harold. Jack was on the rear of the bob and was ap­ parently tossed under the car. The Fitzpatrick boy was taken home af­ ter receiving medical care, the others were taken to the hospital. The burial of William Harold Seli took place in Wingham Cemetery on Monday afternoon. The pallbearers were six of his chums: Johnnie Wil­ son, Harry, Howard, Jack Hopper, Jack1 Gorbutt, Carl Casemore and Will Harris. The flower-bearers were: Donald Campbell, Jack Lewis, Fred Temple­ man, Bruce Wilson, Jimmie Sander­ son and George Copeland. The service was held at the home of his parents, Charles Street, and was ondUQted by, Rev- Kenneth MacLean assisted by Rev. J- F, Anderson. Harold was a popular member of Grade VIII, entrance class, at the public school. He was a member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church and Sunday School. He leaves to mourn his passing, Jiis parents, one sister, Agnes, and two brothers, Alvin and Wilfred all at home. Those from a distance who attend­ ed the funeral were: iMr. and Mrs. James Netterfield and son, Harold, of Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. William Wil­ son and son, . Billie, of Detroit; Mr. William Walsh, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Bowen and daughter, Marie, of Mark­ dale; Mrs. Sheldon Henry, of Flora. On behalf of the people of this community we extend sincere sympa­ thy to Mr. and Mrs, Sell and their family. A large congregation was present at the United Church on Sunday ev­ ening for the Community Sacred Con­ cert which was presented on behalf of the Community Christmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund. The collection — over thirty dollars — will help out this fund which needs /much more help before it is closed. The prelude was given by the Pres­ byterian Sunday School Orchestra, af­ ter which Rev. J, F. Auderson, the minister of the Church, spoke words of welcome. Under the leadership of Mr. J. R. M, Spittai, Carols were sung with the United Church choir assisting with Miss Tena Reid at the organ and Mrs. Gordon Davidson at the piano. Mr. Spittai conducted the balance of the programme. Rev, E. )M. Loney read the Scrip­ ture lesson, Matt. 2: 1-10. Miss K. Williams, vocal solo; organ solo, Mr. H. V. Pym; solo, Mr. J. R. M, Spit- tal; carol singing; duet, Mrs. Grant MacLean and Miss E. Campbell; sex­ tette, members of the Anglican choir; solo, Jack Reavie; Offertory prayer. Rev. E. O. Gallagher; solo, Frank Collar; choir selection, "Christians Awake”; organ solo, Miss Tena Reid; solo. Bert Cullimore; carol singing. Rev. Kenneth MacLean pronounc­ ed the benediction to close the ser­ vice. URGES CARE WITH DECORATIONS The lockl fire department is urging the public to use care in the use of Christmas decorations, so that there will not be accidents to spoil (he holi­ day season. *- There is danger in the use of com­ bustible draperies, scenery and cotton snow when used carelessly with im­ proper lighting, arrangements.. , It is suggested that flammable ma­ terial be kept clear of heating and lighting devices, and that the electric circuit is properly fused and not ov­ erloaded. t ■ ANNUAL MEETING “£■ HELD BY LEGION Officers Elected, and Reports Given ~ ~e,e, biU Values in Gift Baggage. C.C.M. Skating Outfits, Ladies’ glove­ fitting Velvet Zippers, and Cosy Slip­ pers at Greer’s Shoe Store. military course IS COMPLETED Three Officers and 15 Other Ranks Tried Exams. The military course that has been held at the Armouries for tlie past few Weeks was completed last week' and the. examinations held, Three of­ ficers, Uli lieutenants, George 'King, Howard Bedford and Elmer Bell, also 15 other ranks, tried the examina­ tions., Special Pictures Next Week During the Christmas week there will be two special pictures at the Ly­ ceum Theatre. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday will be Dicken’s Christ­ mas Carol and On Thursday, Friday will and for and Saturday “Goldwyn Follies” be presented. Gone to Sarnia Mrs. Blackwood, her mother daughter, Betty, left on Friday Sarnia, Mr. Blackwood who has been appointed manager of .the Bank of Commerce there, was her. for a couple of days when the moving was taking place. Mr. and Mrs. Northwood have taken up residence in the Taylor home vacated by the Blackwoods. j i’J Matinee Monday Afternoon At 2.30 o’clock on Christmas there will be a matinee presentation at the .Lyceum. Theatre. The picture is Dicken's Christmas Carol. Continued Story Omitted As this issXlfi contains a complete Christmas story the instalment of the continued story which should appear this week will be in our issue of next week. Day RED CROSS WORKERS HAVING A HOLIDAY The Red Cross work! rooms at the Council Chambers are closed this week and next so that the ladies may enjoy the holiday season and carry On their work at home without this added duty during this busy time. Please note, however, that work will re-open on Wednesday, January 3rd, the executive hopes, with renew- J.r< | Christmas Tree And Santa Claus Fund I A --------SUBSCRIBE NOW!--------- 1 Lfl $ Leave your donations at either of the local Banks,DI Children’s Free Concert Fri., Dec. 22nd | Under the auspices' of the Wingham Chamber of Commerce. ra Purchased Farm Mr. J. A. Mtnzies has purchased the Mrs. .Robt. McGee farm on high­ way No. 4, just north of Blyth. Browntown Entertainment Dec. 2 2nd Ebenezer Church (Browntown) arc holding their Christmas entertainment on the evening of Friday, Dec. 22nd. The program will consist of two one- act plays and a musical entertainment. Admission 25c. Game Club Plan Big Meeting The Wingham Fish and Game Club will have a time, in way of moving Pictures of Fishing and Hunting for the January meeting. Other clubs from outside districts are coming. Good pictures and speakers. Watch for the date in January, Pansies in December J he mild weather had even some of the flower plants fooled. Last Sunday Miss Meda Clow picked a nice bouquet of pansies • from the .garden at her home. They were well develop­ ed and their color was apparently just as good as when this plant bloomed in the summer. , Cribbage Match Held The Oddfellows held a cribbage tourney on Thursday night, nine tab­ les taking part in the play, The win­ ner was Neil Williamson with 1421 points out of a possible 1452, Jim Henderson was 2nd and R. Chettle- burgh 3rd, The winner was awarded a turkey and the other two received chickens. There was only a difference of 11 points between the first six players, u The annual meeting of the Wing­ ham Legion was held on Monday ev­ ening. The reports for the year show­ ed that the society enjoyed a very suc- cuessful year. Comrade K. Weaver was appointed to the chair for the El­ ection of Officers which resulted as follows;. 'j .President—Duncan Keiihedy. 1st Vice Pres.—C. R. Coultes. 2nd Vice Pres.—H, McBurney, Teeswater. 3rd Vice Pres,—Geo. Hassell, Lucknow. ~ Sec'y.’—A. M. Forbes. Assist. Sec’y.—Teo, Mundy. Trcas.“=Bei’t Isard. Adjustment Officer—A. M> ForbeS. Sefgt. at Arms—R. Burbridge. Colour Bearers—-P. Harris and W. VanWyck. , | Escort to Colours—-Alex. Manning and T. Henderson. Chaplain—Rev. J, F. Anderson. Auditors—Dr. Geo. Ross and Ed. Lobsinger. _ The officers will be installed at the meeting on Jan. 15. $5.00 was donat­ ed to the Christmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund. of St. Paul’s Ladies Held Bazaar The Bazaar-held in the Parish Hall of St. Paul’s Church on Saturday was a very successful affair. This is an annual church. event for the ladies of the MONDAY AND TUES­ DAY ARE HOLIDAYS Fashioned after an old English cus* tome, the merchants here will enjoy a long week-end as they are taking a holiday the day following Christmas Day (Boxing Day), This means that for three days in succession the stores will be closed, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday next, Dec. 24, '25,- 26. Monday, being Christmas, is a holi­ day and Tuesday has been declared a holiday by Mayor Crawford. This ttc* tion was taken by the Council at the request of a great many of the merch­ ants. 4 ■-------------J « |*» I Jl.'.l.