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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1940-12-19, Page 1JSSr? ww* With Which Is Amalgamated The G<mie Vidette and Wroxeter News WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19th, 1940Single Copies Five Cents Subscriptions $2,00 Per Year EVENING AUXILIARY ELECTED OFFICERS Officers Iinstalled by Rev, W. A. Beecroft The Evening Auxiliary held its De­ cember meeting at the home of Mrs. Fred Howson last week. Mrs, Elwell Webster conducted a /beautiful worship service. The theme was “World’s Church and Homage to Christ,” in which many of the mem­ bers took part. Mrs. Beecroft sang a .beautiful solo in keeping with this theme, /Mrs. F. A, Parker read an interest­ ing Christmas story by Nellie Mc­ Clung, which had been written from a hospital cot. After the business of the meeting had been dispensed with, Mrs. Park- -er presented the slate of officers , for T941, and Rev. W. A. Beecroft con- ‘ducted the installation ceremony. The newly-elected officers are as follows: President, Mrs. Chas. Lloyd; rlst vice pres., Mrs. W. S. Hall; 2nd vice pres., Mrs. Harry Brown; 3rd vice pres., Miss Katherine McGregor; Re­ cording Secretary, Miss Minnie Bar­ ber; Corresponding Sec., Mrs. A. Lunn; Treasurer, Miss Marion Simp­ son; Christian Stewardship Sec,, Miss .Janet Murray; Temperance Sec., Miss Phyllis Johns; Strangers’ Sec., Miss Blanche Bennett; Strangers’ Sec. As­ sistant, Mrs. J. O. Habkirk; Mission- .ary Monthly Secretary, Mrs. Fred Howson; Press Reporter, Mrs. Alton Adams; Pianist, Mrs. Wm. Currie; Assistant Pianist, Mrs. E. Jackson; Social Convenor, Mrs. W. L. Kress. A CHRISTMAS GIFT What to give for Christmas? That -is the big problem these days. Solve this vexed questio'n at once by order­ ing a gift subscription to The Ad­ vance-Times. It is a year-round re- Tnembrance and will be welcomed fil­ ly-two times during the year. Give us your order — we do the rest. An attractive card will-be sent with each order. ■Sale of Baking and Candy The Ladies’ Guild of St. Paul’s ■Church will hold a Sale of Home­ made Baking and Candy and serve Af­ ternoon Tea in 'the Parish Room of the Church on Saturday, Dec. 21st, ■from 3 to 7 p.m. Community Prayer Services Postponed The Community Prayer Services -held in Wingham, each Friday even­ ing, have been withdrawn until the observance of the Week of Prayer, which will be held during the week of January 5th. There will not be any service on Dec. 20th, 27th -or Jan. 3rd. Institute Meets December 19th The Christmas meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute will be held in the Council Chamber at 2.30 in the after­ noon of Thursday, December 19th. The District President, Mrs. Oster, of Blyth, will be present to address the meeting. The roll call.is to be answer­ ed by a Christmas greeting. The hostesses'for the day are: Mrs. W. S. Hall,'Mrs. Thos. Bower, Mrs. Mur­ ray, Mrs. Jas. Moffatt, Mrs. William Burchill. Christmas at St Paul’s St. Paul’s Church is observing the’ Sunday next before Christmas with a unique Carol Service at 11 o’clock, and ■Christmas Vespers and Carols will be rendered at seven in the evening. On Christmas Day there will be a cele­ bration of Holy Communion at 8.30 a.m. and Carols and Morning Prayer will be joined in a brief service at 10.30 a.m. The rector will give a Christmas Day Message at the latter hour. The Holy Communion will be celebrated at 11.30 on Tuesday night, approaching the hour of the Birth of Ottr Blessed Lord on Christmas Day. CAPT. ADAMS’ XMAS PARTY ON SATURDAY Children To Be Guests of Lyceum Theatre Saturday Afternoon Here is good news for the boys and girls. Captain Adams, proprietor of the Lyceum Theatre, is holding his annual Christmas party at the theatre Saturday afternoon this week. The show will be the regular presentation for Thursday, Friday and Saturday this week, so the children are in luck for sure. This free show is a very generous gift to the children hut we are sure that they appreciate the Cap­ tain’s kindness, HALF HOLIDAYS ARE EXTENDED FOR EIGHT MONTHS OF THE YEAR Wednesday Half Holiday Will Be Ob­ served All Months Except Nov­ ember and December Main Street; To Be Kept Clear After Midnight During Winter < Ji At the final meeting for this year of the Council, held on Monday evening, a by-law was passed, after receiving a petition from the merchants, that the Wednesday afternoon half-holiday be observed throughout the year with the exception of the months of November and December. The by-law, which was passed on motion of Couns. Wil­ kinson and Lloyd, states- that the half holiday will be observed every Wed­ nesday afternoon throughout the year except the months of November and December and on weeks in which a public holiday is observed. On motion of Couns. Sturdy and Lloyd, it was decided that no cars be parked ‘on Main Street after midnight during the winter months. This step was taken so that the snow plow could operate in cleaning the street, Highway 4, also to assist the fire bri­ gade in case of a fire. M.O.H. Report The report of the Medical Officer of Health, Dr. R. L. Stewart, was re­ ceived. He reported that diphtheria toxoid clinics had been held.' The "schools were inspected. There had been several cases of scarlet fever dur­ ing the year, also an epidemic of chicken pox. In conjunction with oth­ er local doctors, a physical examina­ tion had been given the school child­ ren. Several nuisances had been clean­ ed up, and the dairy and slaughter houses found'in good condition. A letter was received from Leading Aircraftsman Chester Stewart, who is stationed at Moosbank, Sask., No. 2 Gunnery School, thanking Council foi the gift he received. A letter from the Children’s Wai- Memorial Hospital, London, request- •ing a donation, was filed oh motion of Couns. Johnson and VanWyck. On motion of Reeve Hetherington and Coun.-Evans, Coucil concurred in a motion of the Council of the Town of Kingsyille that free transportation be supplied -soldiers who are on leave. A letter was received from the Un­ derwriters’ Assoc., warning Council to keep their fire equipment in good con­ dition during the winter months also the hydrants free and in good work­ ing order. A c’omplaint was received from Mr. L. Hayden about a smoke nuisance from Gurney’s factory. It was ex­ plained that this would be overcome when the proper coal was received for the stoker that was recently installed. A letter received from the Clerk of Napanee regarding a new arrangement of ’county assessments was filed on motion of Coun. Lloyd and Reeve Hetherington. Mr. D. C. Nasmith, by letter, re­ quested reduction in assessment on a vacant lot. This matter will be con­ sidered at the next meeting of the Court of Revision in May. Mayor Crawfcrd reported on a meeting held in Blyth to deal with the proposed closing of the C.N.R. line from Clinton to Wingham. A com­ mittee was formed to secure informa­ tion and deal with the situation. New Council Meets Ja|n. 6th A By-law- was passed providing for the first meeting of the 1941 council at 11 a.m., Monday, January 6th. A number of accounts were passed for payment on motion of Council­ lors Sturdy and Johnson. Coun. Evans reported that the new plow was now in operation. It cost $423 and he felt it would be of great service. On motion of the Reeve and Coun. Sturdy, it was decided to do private plowing when the new plow was not in use. The charge for same to be at the rate of $3,00 an hour. Requests for use of plow had already been re­ ceived. Council plow was in future, request both motorists and the public in general to co-operate by using ev­ ery precaution to avoid accidents. The contract for plowing was let to Ken Murray at the cost of $1.50 per hour. It was decided to look into the mat­ ter oi insurance concerning the plow and also the public liability policy for persons who might be injured walking on the roads. A complaint was received from Fry decided now that the new in use that the roads only, would be plowed and they FIELD BUILDING HAS NEW FRONT Adds Greatly to Appearance of the Main Street The work of installing the new front on the Field Building was com­ pleted last week, so far as cementing the vitrolite in place. The painting is not yet finished. This building now presents a very modern appearance. The vitrolite in front of the butcher shop is white and that in front of CKNX is a dark green, A canopy ex­ tends the full length of the building and is faced with vitrolite of a light green shade. Above the canopy is a large strip of dark green vitrolite about three feet in length, , This is the fourth of these modern fronts to be installed here. CHRISTMAS TREE IS VERY BEAUTIFUL Last week the Community Christ­ mas Tree was erected at the Bank of Commerce corner. It is a lovely shap­ ed tree and is beautifully lighted. It certainly adds a great deal to the ap­ pearance of our- main street. The Community Christmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund needs your sup­ port. Lists are open at both banks and if you have not as yet subscribed, do so at once as the committee re­ quire to know the amount of money which will be at their’disposal. Euchre and Dance In Sacred Heart Parish Hall Friday, December 27th. Arthur’s Orchestra. Lunch. Admission 25c. Fell and Sprained Wrist Mrs. J. A. Brandon, of Belgrave, slipped on the sidewalk in front of Isard’s store Saturday evening and sprained her wrist. Ebenezer Concert Dec. 20th The Sunday School of Ebenezer Church (Browntown) are holding their - annual Christmas Friday," December 20th.. Admission: 25 cents. Concert on TO ENTERTAIN PORT ALBERT AIRMEN Air Force Men To Be Christinas Guests Under the auspices of the Lions Club the people of Wingham will be given an opportunity to entertain members of the Air Force from Port Albert at Christmas. The men will have leave from Tuesday afternoon and have to return to their camp on Christmas night. Full particulars may be had from Lion H. C. MacLean, phone: office 115, or home, 31. Call,Mr. MacLean at once so that the necessary arrangements may "be completed. V & Blackhall regarding the snow push­ ed in front of their property by the snow plow operating on highway No. 86. On motion of Couns. Sturdy and Lloyd a letter will be sent to Mr. King, the patrolman, asking if this condition could, be avoided. The Reeve reported a car of coal had been received. He also reported some improvement made at the ent­ rance to the arena. The Mayor reported that the Gov­ ernment snow plow was ‘now station­ ed here and housed in the town mach­ inery shed. An offer was received for the Hain­ es house, corner of Alfred and Shuter Sts. On motion of Couns. Evans and Sturdy, it was decided to call for ten­ ders on this property. $3,000 *was transferred from the Sinking Fund to the Good Roads fund on motion of Couns. Johnson and Sturdy, ST, ANDREW’S. WMS. NAME OFFICERS Reports for Year Given - Allocation Exceeded The regular meeting of the W. M. S, of St, Andrew’s Presbyterian Church was held in the church Wed­ nesday, Dec. 11th, with a good attend­ ance, The meeting opened in the us­ ual manner, prayer by the President, Mrs, D. Rae; Bible reading, 53rd chapter of Isaiah by Miss A. McBur- ney; Glad Tidings prayer, Mrs. W, Mitchell. The reports of the Stcretary and Treasurer were read and approv­ ed. A report of the boys’ school in Jhansi Mission, India, was given .by Mrs. Wm. Williamson. This school is conducted by Angus MacKay, former­ ly of" Whitechurch. As this was the last meeting of the year, the reports for the yeai' of the secretaries were read and all showed good work done, the allocation was more than reached. The offices were then declared vac­ ant and Mrs. K. MacLean took charge. ■ The Nominating Committee, Mrs. Henderson and Mrs. Hammond, presented their report, which was ap­ proved and the order of installation of the officers for 1941 was conducted by Mrs. MacLean. The dedicatory prayer was given by Mrs. Hammond, and the closing pray­ er by Mrs. Henderson, all joining in the Lord’s Prayer. The nominating committee in their report .made mention of the death of Fells also the serious illness F. Carter, assistant pianist. Officers Installed Pres.—Mrs. Kenneth Mac- Mrs. J. of Mrs. Hon. Lean. Hon. Vice Pres.—Mrs. A. E, Lloyd. President—Mrs. Donald Rae. 1st Vice Pres.—Mrs. Geo. Olver. 2nd Vice Pres.—Miss M. Anderson. 3rd Vice Pres.—Mrs. Jno: Raby. Secretary—Mrs. H. F. McGee. Treasurer—Mrs. P. King. Press Sec.—Miss B. Graham. Glad Tidings Sec.—Mrs. H. C. Mac- Lean. . „ __• .Literature and Library—Miss* Mary Graham. Supply Sec.—Mrs. J. Porter. Social Convenor -Mrs. J. W. Mc- Kibbon. Organist—Mrs. Kenneth MacLean. Home Helpers Sec,—Mrs, E, Har­ rison. Assistant—Miss C. McBurney. Nominating Com.—Mrs. W. Hammond, Mrs. W. S. Mitchell. Welcome and Welfare Com.—Mrs. Jno. Raby, Mrs. Nicholson, Mrs. J. Currie, Mrs. W. J. Henderson. Auditors—Miss Verna McLaughlin, Miss Annie McBurney. Happy Gleaners Mission Band Leader—Mrs. T. C. King. Marion Williamson Band Leader— Mrs. R. H, Lloyd. Assistant—Mrs. W. H. Gurney. E. BINGO - BINGO on for The Legion will hold a Bingo Friday. December 20th, Fowl prizes. First fifty to buy 25 cents worth of tickets will be given free chance on a special. Play commences at 8.15 p.m. Held Successful Bazaar The Salvation Army held a very successful bazaar and sale , of baking in the Council Chambers on Saturday afternoon. They are quite please that this event was so well patronized. RED CROSS ANNUAL MEETING JAN. 3rd The annual meeting and election of officers of the Wingham Branch of the Canadian Red Cross will be held in the Council Chamber on Friday ev­ ening, January 3rd, at 8 o’clock. Re­ ports of the year’s work along all lin­ es will be presented and, as a public duty, all citizens are urged to attend. Leave your donations at either of the local Banks. LARGE SNOW PLOW IS STATIONED HERE Town Has Their Own Plow In Use Wingham is well supplied with snow plows this year. The Ontario Government have stationed a large highway plow here, It is one of the largest type, next to a caterpillar,-and is operated by Armstrong Construc­ tion firm, of Brampton. For some time the Council have tried to have one of the provincial plows stationed here and now this service is available to the district. It is housed in the town’s machinery building back Cook’s factory. Local Plow in Operation Thursday night the snow plow cently purchased by the town went in­ to action and*it made a splendid job of putting the streets in good shape. It is a single blade affair which is at­ tached to the front of a truck. It will no doubt give service if necessary throughout the winter. - The work of removing the snow from the sides of main street was completed last week and was a great improvement.«___________ WORK ROOM CLOSED UNTIL NEW YEAR’S of re- The Red Cross work room at the Town Hall is being closed from De­ cember 19th until after New Year’s. This is a busy season for the ladies so it was decided to lay down the needles and scissors and it is hoped when they open after the New Year the work will proceed with renewed vigor. Stove Pipes Took Fire The fire brigade had a call Tuesday morning to Mrs. Hickey’s home on Minnie Street when the stove pipes took fire. No damage resulted from the blaze which was confined to the pipes. Attacked by Mink When examining a mink at the mink ranch on Sunday, Dr. A. R. Du- Val received a nasty cut on .his lip when the animal bit him. It was ne­ cessary to have the wound drawn to­ gether with stitches. Chimpey Fire A chimney fire occurred at the home of George Hall, John Street, about 5.45 Thursday afternoon. The firemen were called into action but had little or nothing to do as the fire .was not as serious as at first thought. No dam­ age was done. Invitations Issued for Dance The Non-Commissioned Officers of the 99th Wingham Battery, R.C.A., have sent out invitations for a dance they are holding in the Armouries on Monday evening, December 30th. Willis Tipping and his popular orch­ estra will furnish the music. Appreciates Firemen’s Efforts I take this opportunity of thanking the Fire Brigade for their very prompt action in answering the fire siren and extinguishing the fire at my store re­ cently. Very little damage resulted due to the quick action of the firemen. —Harry J. Fryfogle. Annual Concert, Belgrave, Dec. 23rd The United Church Sunday School will hold its annual Christmas ‘Tree Concert in the Foresters’ Hall, Bel­ grave, on Monday evening, Dec. 23, at 8 p.m. The concert will consist of songs, recitations, drills and dialogues. Admission, 25c, children free. 4 At The Lyceum Theatre Xmas Week Mon., Tues., Wed., the Lyceum Theatre presents for your entertain­ ment, at regular prices, “THE BIS­ CUIT EATER” a picture from a pop­ ular Saturday Evening Post story. Thurs.j Fri., Sat., the Lyceum The­ atre presents the special picture “THE BLUEBIRD” starring Shirley Tem­ ple. This is the screen adaptation in technicolour, of Mattrice Maeterlinck’s well-known fantasy. DISTRICT PIONEER DIES IN 90th YEAR August F, Homuth Passed Peacefully Away Bunday - Wingham and district mo-urn the death of one of its oldest and most respected citizens, August F, Homuth, who passed on Sunday morning, De­ cember 15th in his 90th year. Mr. Homuth had not -been enjoying the best of health for some time, but on Sunday he had his breakfast as usual and' passed peacefully away a short time later. Mr. Homuth can be truly called a pioneer as he has resided in this community for seventy-six years. He was born at Breitenstein, Germ­ any, coming to Canada a boy of eight years. After residing in Galt for four years the family moved to the 10th concession of Turnberry. Mr, Homuth has lived in this community since that time except for the short period of seven months he spent between Galt and Preston when he was a lad of seventeen. On October 30th last, Mr. and Mrs. Homuth celebrated their 63rd anniver­ sary of their wedding. They started married life on a farm on the 10th concession directly across the road from that of his fathers. The farm was all bush except for four acres and from this portion of forest they developed a fine farm. They resided on this. farm until 1904 when they moved to the “B” line where they resided for three years. For the past thirty-three years they have lived in Wingham. Mrs. Homuth was Mary Adelaide Netterfiejd. Pie was a mem­ ber of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. , He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, two sons and one daughter, John and Mrs. John (Elizabeth) Kelly of town and Fred of Harriston. One daughter, (Ida) Mrs. James Porter, predeceased him a number of years ago. The funeral service was conducted by his minister, Rev. Kenneth Mac- Lean, assisted by his nephew, Rev. C. T. Homuth of Bresleau, at his late residence, Patrick Street, on Tuesday afternoon. The pallbearers were, George Wil­ son, James Nicholson, W. H. Gurney, R. H. Lloyd, W. Hammond and H. F. McGee. Burial took place in Wingham Cemetery. Mrs. S. McGee has returned home after spending some time at Kings­ ville and Leamington. Table Tennis Winners The following are the winners in the Public School table tennis tourna­ ment for girls: Senior, champion, Hel­ en Lockridge; runner-up, Dawna Wal­ ker; Junior, champion, Gloria Swan­ son; runner-up, Mary Ross. Held White Gift Service St. Paul’s Church School held its annual White Gift Service on Sunday. Following this the bales of clothing and gifts provided by the Women’s Auxiliary and the Church School were packed and sent out to the Indian Re­ serves at Ohsweken and M-uncey, P. O. Jim Thompson Overseas Mrs. Oliver Thompson received a cable last week telling of the safe ar­ rival of her son, Pilot Officer James Thompson in England. Jim is one oE the first six men who trained in Kitch­ ener under the British Empire Air Training scheme, four being commis­ sioned recently. Jim is a brother of Mrs. R. S. Hetherington of Wingham. —Listowel Banner. WEDDINGS Hall - Groves very pretty wedding took placeA . . at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Manse, at 12.30 noon on Saturday, December 14th. when Betty Mae Groves, dau­ ghter of Mr. Earl Groves and the late Mrs, Groves, of Wingham, became the bride of Mr. William R. Hall, of Blue­ vale, son of Mr. arid Mrs. Gordon Hall of Bluevale. Rev. Kenneth MacLean officiated. The bride wore a dress of blue chiffon with black accessories. The bridesmaid, Miss Marjorie K. Hall, sister of the groom, cd in navy blue trimmed Mr. William T. A. Groves, brother, was groomsman. Following the ceremony a reception and luncheon was held at the bride’s home, For travelling the bride wore a becoming blue dress trimmed with plaid, Following a trip to Toronto the young couple will reside in Bluevale, Guests were present from Bluevale, Palmorstem, Exeter and Brussels. was gown* with plaid, the bride’s REEVE R. REDMOND HELD DINNER PARTY East Wawanosh Council Officials Guests of the Reeve The home of Mrs, George Jordan was the scene of a very pleasant din* ner party, Monday evening, when Reeve Raymond Redmond, of East Wawanosh, entertained the members of the council and the township offic­ ials at dinner. The Rev. J. B. Townend was toast­ master and following the toast to the King, gave a very interesting address On things that would better the lot of our men in the army and the people in general. He congratulated the Reeve and Council on receiving an ac­ clamation from the people. He told some interesting highlights of news that he had received in letters from the Old Land. The Reeve, in his remarks, thanked the Council for their wonderful co­ operation throughout the year and said that their efforts must have pleased the citizens of the township when they all had received an acclamation for the two-year term. During the past two years, he said, the roads of the township had improved greatly, no doubt, due to the expert use of the power grader. Outside of a few drain debentures, the township, he said, was free of debt, we are able to face the ‘future with confidence. Stating that he was in the field for the Warden­ ship, he said that if this honor were conferred on him he was prepared to do his utmost in the discharge of the heavy duties the office entailed. Clerk Alex. Porterfield, in pointing out that the County would next year celebrate its centenary, said that the Township of East Wawanosh would in 1942 have its 75th anniversary of its inception as a municipality, and suggested that it should be suitably commemmorated. This thought was concurred in by the Reeve and mem­ bers of the Council. The Treasurer, J. H. Currie, gave a brief account of the financial standing of the township and stated that he did. not know of any other township that has a better standing. The members of the Council and other officials all spoke briefly ex­ pressing their appreciation to the Reeve for his hospitality. CHRISTMAS CARDS The Advance-Times has an attract­ ive line of personal greeting cards, a splendid range from which to make your choice? The prices are very rea­ sonable, '65c a dozen up, with your name and address printed on every card Call and see this fine selection of cards. Order now so that you will not be disappointed. Suffered Heart Attack Councillor Lewis Ruddy, of East Wawanosh, recently suffered a heart attack. His friends wish for him a speedy recovery. Underwent Operation Mr. Charles Hupper underwent an operation in Wingham General Hos­ pital on Monday, We are pleased to state that he is progressing satisfac­ torily. Cubs Receive Awards At the closing meeting of the Sen­ ior Cub Pack fur 1940, Sixer Stripes were awarded to Jim Hall and John Armitage’, Tom Lockridge was ap­ pointed Senior Sixer and received the Badge of Office. The appointments were made by Cub Master E. O. Gal­ lagher. Instruction Books have been awarded to Jack Henderson, Bill Lockridge, Bill Johnson and Ernest Buckman, and also to Bill Pollock and Gordon Moir of the Junior Pack. All meetihgs are cancelled until the New Year, STORES ARE NOW OPEN EVENINGS To accommodate gift shoppers the Wingham stores will be open every evening until Christmas except Sun­ day, As previously announced the merchants started keeping their stores open last >Monday evening. Shoppers will find the added hours a great convenience as well as having an opportunity to see the finest dis­ play of merchandise in the district. Merchants will observe Christmas Djty and the day following, Thursday, December 26th, as holidays. The Council at the request of the merch­ ants at their December meeting decid­ ed Boxing Bay would be a holiday herb.