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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1940-03-21, Page 1Weather Phenomenon Here Monday PREMIUM LIST Wingham Horticultural Society LOCAL AND PERSONAL Ontario also in / AT CLINTON APRIL 8th Good the ahd Ministers of Various Churches To Take Part in Service at St, Patil’s the fire bri- Miller resi- M. W. interest early, Saturn Includes Purchasing, Packing and De­ livery of Goods to Troops Overseas Special for Ladies Listen to Mrs. VanWyck on CKNX on Thursday evening, Mar. 21st, at 7.30, speaking on behalf of the Nat­ ional Government. Ground Drift on Tuesday About The Worst This Winter* Hon. P. M. Dewan to Address Perth- Huron Shorthorn Club Animals Killed Because of Cholera InfectionRev, Dr, Stuart Parker, ,Moderator of . the Presbyterian Chur ch. in Canada Gave Address Here Chimney Fire On Saturday morning gade had a call to the deuce, Victoria and Edward Street, to extinguish a chimney fire that had backed into the stove pipes. No dam­ age resulted from the blaze. Rubbers! Rubbers! Don't get your feet wet. We have all styles of Rub­ bers. Lowest prices. Greer’s Shoe Store, ' NATIONAL GOVERNMENT LEADER Carnival who attended Club Carnival last A. D. MacWilliam, Easter Footwear — Don’t forget your Easter. Shoes. See the new Spring Styles at Greer’s. ALL LICENSES DUE All Town Licenses including Dog Tax were due on March 1st and should be renewed at once. GEORGE';,ALLEN, Chief of Police. Single Copies Five Cents TO HOLD INDUCTION AT BLUEVALE FRIDAY Rev, F, G. Fowler To Take Over Presbyterian Churches at Blue­ vale and Eadies The induction of Rev. F. G, Fowler of Vancouver, formerly of Brussels, as minister of the Bluevale and Eadies Presbyterian Churches, will take place in Knox Presbyterian Church, Blue­ vale, ‘Good Friday afternoon, this ' week', March 22nd, at 3 o’clock. Rev. J. D. Wilkie, of Teeswater, Moderator of the Presbytery, will pre­ side and induct; Rev. J. E. Taylor of Cranbrook, will conduct divine serv­ ice; Rev. Kenneth MacLean, of Wing­ ham, will narrate the steps; Rev. R. Acheson, of Molesworth, will address the ministdr and Rev. C, H. MacDon- ..ald, of Lucknow, will address the con­ gregation. Membership fee, $1.00. A representative will call right away ■to receive your renewal and your .premium choice. Be ready for him. Premiums .15 Tuberous Begonias, assorted col­ ors. These are in stock now in lim­ ited quantity. -30 Gladiolus, assorted colors, stock. Korean Chrysanthemums, Apollo, Aphrodite, . Mars, and Vulcan. VanHoiittei Spirea. Phlox, 'assorted colors. -3 Hybrid Tea, or Polyantha or Climb­ ing Roses. 2 Tamarisk and 1 Spirea ' or 2 Spirea and 1 Double pink or white Lilac. Fruit Trees, No. 1 Grade, 5-6ft., Raspberries, Asparagus, Grapes or , Currant Bushes may be ordered by Members at' SPECIAL LOW PRIC­ ES on application. Mrs. E. J. Nash, Secretary. Mr. W. A. Galbraith, Treasurer. Mrs, H. Angus, President. Mrs. Dr. Ross, Premium Con. New Styles for Spring Footwear for Women, in Arch •Controller, Chatelaine and. Medcalf .Shoes, shown in Patent, Suede and Kid in the season’s best colours, at Willis Shoe Store. NATIONAL CONSERVATIVE CANDIDATE ■III L. E. Cardiff. ST. ANDREW’S W.M.S. MET LAST WEEK The regular monthly meeting of Andrew’s Presbyterian W. M. S. iwas held on Wednesday of last week. The president, Mrs, Donald Rae, con- (ducted the meeting and opened It With iprayer. The Bible reading, the 53rd chapter of Isaiah, was taken by Mrs. W. Hammond. The reports of the •Secretary and treasurer were approv­ ed. The roll call was answered by Bible Verses oft Faith. The Glad Tid­ ings prayer was given by Mrs. J, Raby. , The topic "The Need of Christian Colleges for Women tn India” was ab­ ly taken by Mrs, H. 0, MacLean. . Miss Fj Wilson gave the dedicatory •prayer. The meeting closed with a hymn, prayer by Mrs. W/ S. Mitchell, and all repeating the Lord’s Prayer in unison. With Which Is Amalgamated The Gbrrie Vidette and Wroxeter News, WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 2ht, 1940 LEGION SETS UP PARCEL SERVICE An overseas parcel service for the convenience of Canadians wishing to send gifts to men on active service in any part of the World- has been estab­ lished by the Canadian Legion War Services, Lt,-Col. D, E. Macintyre, general manager, announced. The service will operate in collab­ oration With a firm of shipping ag­ ents and with, the aid ■of the depart­ ment of trade and commerce and the Foreign Trade Bureau of the Canad­ ian’Chamber of Commerce, The service, will include purchasing, /packing and delivery of goods to any destination. These services as well as insurance and customs declarations will be provided free of charge. ,As far as possible Canadian goods will be used in the parcels and they will be sent from Canada in bulk for packaging in England. Personal mes­ sages may be included. Gift parcels may be sent to members of the Brit­ ish as well as Canadian forces. STORES WILL CLOSE THURSDAY NIGHT Will the shopping public please take notice that the stores of Wing­ ham will not open on Thursday ev­ ening this week, the night before Good Friday. The stores of course will be closed all day Friday, this day being Friday. Rubber Footwear for Spring All lines for Men, Women Children. Best values at WJIlis Shoe Store. Celebrate 25th Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Allan Pattison,’13th Concession of East Wawanosh, cele­ brated their 25th wedding anniversary last week by entertaining about fifty of their friends and neighbors to a progressive euchre party and dance. A most enjoyable evening was spent and Mr. and Mrs. Pattison received many, beautiful gifts. Association Plan Supper The Woman’s Association of Wing­ ham United Church, held their Match meeting hh the church parlor on Tues­ day# the president, Mrs, C. Campbell presided. During the business period arrangements were made to hold a "Festival' of the Seasons” supper' on Friday# April 12th. A short program followed with a reading by Mrs. Leischman entitled "Who killed good government” a solo by Mrs, D, Hut* chison anti a reading "Christian Cit­ izenship”, by Mrs, J. E Anderson, A social half hour followed, a contest was held and a cup of tea served. HERE IS ONE FOR RIPLEY'S BOOK Old-timers here saw something that they neyer saw before and those with less experience saw something they may never see again, -On Monday morning the thunder roared and the lightning fjasbed and at the same time snow fell ,quite heavily, mixed with the falling snow was hail. Later the storm turned to rain and then the weather turned, colder. “ " The weatherman has • not been on his good behaviou'r of late. .On Wed­ nesday evening last week the roads were blocked in this district until the snow plow came through.; There were close to forty cars or trucks stalled between Blegrave and Blyth. The highway to Listowel and Harriston was plugged and the side-roads were mostly impassable. However, Thurs­ day is the first day of spring and it may be that we will have a change af­ ter that, unless March takes a notion to go out like a lion. It came in like a lamb. Will Present Stainer's Crucifixion The public of'Wingham and vicin­ ity are cordially invited to attend the presentation of Stainer’s Crucifixion by the choir of St. Andrew's Presby­ terian Church on Good Friday even­ ing at 8.15. Silver Offering. Attended Skating Among those Toronto Skating Week were: Mrs. Mrs. R. S. Hetherington, Mrs. George Ross and daughters, Barbara and Mary; Mrs. W. J. Adams; Mr. and Mrs. Alton Adams; W. R. Cruick- shank; Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Madill; W. H. Gurney; Mrs. Ola Colborne; Mr. arid Mrs. Don Nasmith. TRACTOR SHOW WAS WELL ATTENDED The Huron Motors garage was fill­ ed to overflowing on Saturday after­ noon for a demonstration^on the New Ford Tractor, Mr. Code of the Ford 'Motor Company was present and ex­ plained the new machine, also present­ ed some very interesting motion pic­ tures. The British American Oil Co. was represented by Mr, Hiiton. Door prizes were won by, Gordon Morrison, R.R. No. 1# Lucknow; Har­ old Elliott# Wingham; John Rogers, Wingham; Geo. Boyle# Wingham; W. H. Mulvey, Wroxeter; Addison H. Fraser, Morris; Wilfred White, R.R. No. I, Brussels; Stafford Raisley, R. 1R. No. 1, Glenannftm • MODERATOR CALLS FOR SUPPORT OF CHURCH Wingham was honored on Thurs­ day by a visit from the Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, Rev. Dr. Stuart Parker, minister of St Andrew’s Church, Toronto, who spoke in St. Andrew’s Church and issued a stirring 'call for greater support of the church, both in material things and in religious fervor. There was a good at­ tendance at the meeting, presided ov­ er by the local minister, Rev. Kenneth Mac-Lean. The men’s choir of the church lead in the service of praise'and sang two anthems, “Softly and Tenderly” and “Steal Away Home.” Mr. G. North­ wood rendered the solo, “Forever with the Lord.” Dr. Parker’s address was on the Church, its foundations and its _needs. He said the Presbyterian Church had enjoyed a marvelous recovery during the past fifteen years. The need of a greater number of ministers was felt gut that this condition is being over­ come. The betterment of church pro­ perty was also noted by Dr. Parker and the manner with'whilh congrega­ tions are meeting their building com­ mitments, showed the healthy condi­ tion of this part of church activities. He. emphasized the growth of the church in the; Maritimes stating that the number of congregations had grown from 26 in 1925 to 92 at pres­ ent. Speaking of the young people with­ in the church he noted that the Young People’s Societies are growing in numbers and attendance. He stressed the need of greater effort to smaller groups that need ordinances and relig­ ion: The responsibility is on us and we have our part to do. he said. He spoke in glowing terms of the Indian school at Kenora and praised the boys’ band o'f the school who played for the King and Queen on their trip across Canada last year. Speaking of the distress found among the people of the East coast and Newfoundland, he said the Government and the church would have to give them as­ sistance. These people had lost their, market for fish due to the war as the sale of dried cod in Italy, Spain and other countries are not now not us­ ing this product, which is their source of livelihood. There are many places he said, where5' amalgamation is needed. It is impossible for churches to carry on in small and outlying communities and districts and amalgamation would partly solve this difficulty. Arrangements are being made for the annual meeting of the Perth-Hur- oii Shorthorn Club, which is to be held in the form of a banquet at Clin­ ton on Monday, April 8. It is thought the meeting will commence with a ga­ thering of the directors at 10 o'clock in the morning, followed by the ban­ quet at noon hour. Hon, P. M. De­ wan, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, is to be the guest speaker for the oc­ casion. Following the banquet, the business meeting will continue with the election of officers and other it­ ems. Lincoln White of St. Marys is the president' of the Perth-Huron Shorthorn Club and R. E. White sec­ retary. Spoke for Hon. N,. A. McLarty Mr, J. C. McRurer, K.C., gave ad­ dresses in Brussels and Goderich pn Friday on behalf of R. J. Deachman. the Liberal candidate. Hom N. A. Mc­ Larty was billed to give these address­ es but could hot attend due to throat trouble. Fortner Bluevale Girl Active in War Effort Miss Marion Walwyn, Y.M.C.A of­ ficer, is doing war service for the se­ cond time. During the Great War she was at the old Beaver hut in London in charge of entertainment for Can­ adian troops on leave and now she is back at the same stand and oft the same job that she admirably carried Oft in the first war. Miss Walwyn was born in Bluevale. Her father was the Rev. I. B. Walwyn who was the pastor when the old Methodist Church was built SPECIAL SERVICE FOR GOOD FRIDAY On Good Friday, in St. Paul’s Church, from twelve o'clock noon, un­ til three o’clock in the afternoon, from the sixth to the nine hour, a service of meditation. in the shadow of the Cross, will be conducted-by the Rec­ tor. Addresses will be given on the Seven Words from the Cross. First word: "Father -forgive them, they know not what they do.’’ Rev. Kenneth MacLean, LIBERAL LEADER W. L. MACKENZIE KING Second word: “Verily, I say unto you, to-day thou shalt be with me in paradise.’’ Rev. J. F. Anderson. Third word: “Jesus said unto His Mother: Woman, behold thy son! Then he said to His disciples: Behold thy mother.’’ Rev. W. J. Rayner. Fourth word: “My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?” Rev. J. Pollock. ' Fifth word “I thirst.” Rev. F. C. Watts. Sixth word: "It is finished.” Rev. J. B. Townend. Seventh word: “Father into Thy hands I commit my spirit.” Rev. E. O. Gallagher. It will add to the quijet of the ser­ vice, if persons entering and leaving the Church will do so during the sing­ ing of the hymns. For Men and Boys The new Spring Oxfords, with style and quality, in Black or Tan Calf. Willis Shoe Store. Institute to Meet March 28th The March meeting of the Women’s Institute will be held in the Council Chamber Thursday afternoon, March 28th, at 2.30 o’clock.* Each member is asked to give, in response to the Roll Call, the name of the county which was her birthplace. Rev. Ken­ neth MacLean will be the guest speak­ er. The hostesses for the day, Mrs. Thos. Bower, Mrs. J. Tervit, Mrs. Mc­ Kenzie, K. Pringle. TUESDAY NEXT IS ELECTION DAY It Is The Duty Of All To Vote Next Tuesday, March 26, is voting day and we remind the electors that it is the duty of all to exercise their franchise. The polls will be open from eight in the morning until 6 in the afternoon. Notice has been posted as to the location of all places for voting and if any elector is not sure as to the poll in which to cast their vote the information is on these posters. Information may also be had at any of the committee rooms. DESTROY HOGS ON HURON FARMS 1 Investigation into the hog cholera outbreak by federal veterinarians is Still going on in Huron County. Up to Saturday animals on 14 farms were found to be affected with the disease and on each of these the hogs were slaughtered and the carcasses disposed of by burning or by burying. There are 30 farms to be visited yet where hog trouble is reported, What is regarded as an unfortu­ nate result of the outbreak is the at­ titude of housewives in discriminat­ ing against pork in their meat purch­ asing. Hog cholera is essentially a hog disease and will not affect other farm animals or humans, it is stressed. Therefore, housewives are being advis­ ed to continue their regular purchases of pork at their regular places of pur­ chase, either butcher shop or meat counters.a A Festival Of The Season’s Supper will be held in Wingham United Church on Friday, April 12th, 5 to , 7 p.m, Under auspices of the Woman’s Association. Some Items Omitted Some of the correspondence this Week may be omitted as the mail the London train carried ■did not reach here Until Wednesday noon as this train was derailed by snow drifts. Held Successful Tea The Ladies’ Guild of St. Paul’s An­ glican Church held a very successful tea and sale of baking in the parish hall of the church on Saturday after­ noon. The tables were tastefully de­ corated in green and white as it was a St. Patrick's tea. Holy Week in St. Paul’s Church Is being observed by special serv­ ices and addresses following each day of Our Lord’s Life, between Palm Sunday and Good Friday, On Mon­ day evening, the service was ■dedicat­ ed to the A.Y.P.A, and the address topic was Jesus in Worship, Tuesday night, Mr, Gallagher spoke on Jesus in Service, on Wednesday night, Jesus in Retirement, and on Thursday night, Jesus in Communion. Each evening [ the service begins nt 7,30 o’clock. Subscriptions $2.00 Per Yeac LONDON TRAIN WAS STUCK IN DRIFT The London train on Tuesday that was due to arrive here shortly before 1.00 p.m., did not arrive in town ns a cut miles north of Blyth was fill­ ed with snow. The crew tried to buck; through but the heavy snow lifted the engine off the track. It was freed from this position about 10 p.m, but did not attempt to reach Wingham. The train going to Kincardine Tues­ day noon was also held up by a snow drift a little beyond Ripley but after much shovelling, proceeded and reach­ ed Kincardine about 5 p,m. The railway men report that the ground drift of snow was about the worst that they have experienced this winter. It is reported that the train from London plowed through drifts in some places six to eight feet high before they got stalled. Read Greer’s Ad. Dr. Locke’,s famous Shoes will you, Mr. Arthur Haase, of The Regiment, Oshawa, spent a few days last week with his sister, Mrs. Roy Adair and family, of Wingham. The Lyceum. Theatre presents this Thurs., Fri., Sat., the special techni­ color fantasy "THE WIZARD OF OZ”. Judy Garland is the star of the show and she has a splendid support­ ing cast. Among those who attended the fun­ eral of the late James Sutherland last week were: Mr. and Mrs. L, Avery, Teeswater; Alex. Sutherland, Hughie Sutherland, and Mr. B. Gaunt, of Holyrood; Mr. E. Gaunt, Belgrave; Mr. James Netterfield, Wingham;. Mrs. W. Garbutt, Winnipeg; Mrs. Ar­ thur Kelly, Irene McEwen, Gordon McEwen, • Denfield; Charlie McEwen, Parkhill; Mr. and Mrs. T. Elliott, Gordon Elliott, Palmerston; Mr. and. Mrs. G. Elliott, Palmerston; Mr. and Mrs. F. McCormick, Turnberry. Rubber Boots — We have the best Rubber Boots for Men, Women, Boys and Girls. Prices $1.00 to $3.49. Greer’s Shoe Store. LIBERAL CANDIDATE R. J. Deachman. DOGS MAY NOW RUN AT LARGE By-Law Passed Last Fall to Stop Rabies’ Spread Now Cancelled The by-law that was passed to pre­ vent the spread of rabies last fall has been cancelled by the Town Council. Word was received from the Depart­ ment that It was not necessary to eft- force this by-law any longer. Dogs may now be allowed to run at large and it is not necessary to have a writ­ ten order to take a dog beyond the tbwn boundaries. The last date oft which a dog was known to be affected with rabies here was October 20th, It was very for­ tunate that this epidemic was stamped out so successfully and only prompt action by the Council and authorities and the co-operation of the public made this possible.