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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-01-05, Page 2The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, January 5th, 1955 EDITORIALS GRIN AND BEAR IT With Christmas and New Years over, there seems to be little to look forward to this winter except snow and more snow. And those of ns who go in for outdoor sports (summer style) are apt to wonder if there isn’t some way in which human beings could hibernate for the winter, like the bears. The truth of the matter is that Canadian winter be­ gins to pall around this time of year, which unfortunately, »is just about the. time it really gets started. And all the • snow we welcomed with such heartiness just before Christ- ? mas, becomes nothing but a headache, now that the Christ- - mas season is over. In spite of all the talk about giving the country back " to the Eskimos, however we notice that not too many Canadians actually end up by going somewhere else to live, no matter how much they deplore the climate. Even the Florida crowd come back after a couple of balmy months in the south. Canadian winters are hard, but they probably build --character. And, conversely, you have to be a character to ; put up with them. CHASING RAINBOWS The more we read about rhe people of other nations, .the more we wonder why it is that North Americans are so eager to “get ahead1’. The Horatio Alger philosophy, ■which originated on this continent some fifty years ago, As still flourishing and whole generations of youngsters are breaking their necks chasing the twin rainbows of _ success and big money. All of which is very laudable to a certain extent. But "the people of other countries seem to place more, impor­ tance on being contented and happy with what they have. ’ If happiness and usefulness to the community can be re­ garded as ultimate goals, it’s a moot question which of • the two systems gets the most results. The Horatio Alger credo may be particularly suitable in a young and vigorous country with an expanding econ­ omy "such as has been enjoyed on this continent for the past hundred years. However older civilizations have found, apparently, that there is more to life than mere material success. SOMETIMES WORDS FAIL US One of several1 problems that face the weekly editor each week, is the business of writing four or five editor­ ials, preferably with light, bright or erudite observations on the local scene. And, speaking for ourselves, some­ times it’s quite a business. Sometimes we feel that we haven’t a thing to say. Yet people expect to find something in the editorial space, •he it ever so humble, and the general practice is to say something, whether you have anything to sav or not. Other times we feel as if we could fill the column with one of our pet peeves. That’s the time we have to restrict ourselves to what’s fit to print in the light of libel or de­ famation of character. At no time do we seem to possess the great fund of editorial ideas which appears to be the birthright of all those who don’t have to write them. Any man on the street can give you a dozen ideas for editorials. The only trouble is they’d probably all be good for twenty-eight years in the salt mines, if written the way he thinks they should be written. Somebody once said that if you have nothing to say, say nothing. It might be .a good idea for editors. ’•S* FOREST COVER CHARGE It would be a poor move indeed if any province put a “cover charge” on our natural bounty, thinks The Finan­ cial Post. The Quebec Outfitters Association recently asked the Provincial Government to ban what the outfitters call “tin can tourists.” The sobriquet covers sportsmen who load their own boats, tents, gear and goods into their cars and head for tall timber. This annoys the outfitters, because these self-contain­ ed tourists bypass the suppliers, camps, lodges and hotels. They camp on public lands, and enjoy the sport and beauty of the wilderness for the price of a hunting or fishing license. But suppliers of such services should not be allowed to corner outdoor living or travel accommodation market The individual must still have the privilege of choosing whether he will bring his food from home or buy it at the outposts. After all, the outdoors belongs to everyone. Published at Wingbain, Ontario Wenger Brothers, Publishers, W. Barry Wenger, Editor Member "Audit Bureau of Circulation Mall Post Office .'Dept. $1.50 iii advance IX S* A* $4.00 pet $4.00 per year NEWS OF BELCRA VE & < Reminiscing < 1 SIXTY YEARS AGO Considerable wood is being deliver­ ed in town now. Mr. W. F. Brockenshire has pur­ chased the brick residence of Mr. Neil McGregor, on Frances Street at a fair price. We notice that Messrs. J. A, Cline & Co. have decided to adopt the cash system in future and will sell for cash only. Mrs, A Isard, of Kincardine, spent New Year’s with her daughter, Mrs. Nash, in town. Mr. J. W. Scott, medical student, re­ turned to Detroit on Wednesday, after spending his Christmas holidays in and around Wingham. At the annual meeting of the Wing­ ham Curling Club held recently, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, John Nee- lands; vice-president, J. R, McDon­ ald; see.-treas, R. Vanstone; commit­ tee of management, E. L. Dickinson, Charles Knechtel and John 0-0-0 FORTY YEARS AGO Nicol. has the been first Ar- Dances Sponsored by Arena Board in Forresters’ Hall The Arena Board sponsored two Mr. Martin Grasby spent Saturday dances here jn the Forresters Hall, with Air. and Mrs, Cecil Armstrong, last week. The first one. was Decem- “ ' ber 28 with the Ranch Boys supplying the music, The second one was a and Afrs. Stewart Procter were euchre and dance on Friday night, December 31. High prizes were won by Mrs. Ken­ neth Wheeler and George Johnston. Consolation prizes went to George Brewer, and Harry Goll. Music was supplied by Bruce’s Orchestra, Personals Mr. and Afrs. George Martin and Reta and Kenneth at Thorndale, Visitors over New Year’s with Mr. Mr. and CORRIE United Church News W. HL S. The Woman’s Missionary Society of the Gorrie United Church will hold their January meeting at the home of Miss Alargaret Dane, on Thursday, January 6th, at 8.30 pm. Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the Gorrie United Church will be held on Janu­ ary 14th, at 8.30 pm. The treasurers are asked to have their reports ready. Y. P. U. The Young People’s Union will meet at the home of Air. and Mrs. Irving Toner on Sunday evening, January 9. Ruby Taylor will have charge of the programme. Gilpin - Toner At a quiet cerecony at the United Church parsonage at noon on Wed­ nesday, December 29th, the Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan united in marriage, Afrs. Annie Toner, Gorrie, and Afr. Court- nej' Gilpin, o’f Viking, Alberta. The bride wore a gown of aqua with bead trim,‘white plush hat and corsage of yellow mums. The wedding reception was at a Listowel restaurant. Winners of Prizes The draw for the Christmas prizes in Stephen’s store was made on Fri­ day, December 24th, Linda Johnston drew the following names: Mrs. Claus O’Krafka, silverware; Mrs. ‘Frank Wright, set of dishes; Mrs. Ernest Wylie, all-wool blanket; Mrs. John Thornton, linen cloth and serviettes'; Wednesday, January 13th selected as the date for Horse Fair Day in Wingham. rangements have been completed by the Business Men’s Association for a number of horse buyers to be in town for that day from Toronto, Durham, Listowel and Harriston. The three horse exchanges in Toronto have managed to have representatives here for the day. It has also been arrang­ ed to offer three prizes as follows: $5 for best Heavy Draught team; §5 for best General Purpose team; $5 for single driver, turnout considered. That since the outbreak of war parents in Ontario have attended more to the welfare of their children is the report of J. J. Kelso, superin­ tendent of’the provincial department of neglected and dependent children. Mr. Xi.elso says that it is very notice­ able that the children of the pro­ vince are looked after in a much better manner than before Britain went to war. The reason for this is that parents are not wasting their money on drink to the same extent as Mrs. Frank King, wool throw, formerly, and necessities which the children were denied are now pro- ! vided with the money at one time squandered. Dr. and Afrs. Kennedy gave a dance in the council chambers, New Year’s Eve for their daughters who were home from the University on Christ­ mas holidays. Over one hundred guests were present and report a most enjoyable evening. Afr. Fendell offers $50.00 for a couple to be married on the stage. He has been taken up on his offer. Don’t miss this Saturday night at the Opera House. Lions Christmas Party Howick Lions Club entertained wives and guests on Thursday even­ ing “at a turkey banquet in the com­ munity hall. Eighty-seven plates were set. The Eastern Willing Workers of the Gorrle United Church catered. The Pauli vocal trio from Kirkton provided the program. Each lady re­ ceived a Christmas gift from Santa Claus. 0-0-0 Gordon W. Buchanan, for some years traveller for C. Lloyd & Son, Limited, is leaving this week to take a position with the Halliday Company, Hamilton. Mr. Buchanan is one of the town boys whose progress in business Charlie Procter, of Oakville; Mr. Mrs. Bert Armstrong and family, of Wingham; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Procter and Mr. and Mrs. John Spivey and family of Ingersoll, Miss Donna Anderson, of London and Mr. Lloyd Anderson, of Toronto, spent the week-end with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Anderson. Mrs. Cora McGill spent New Year’s with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wallace at Blyth. Mrs. Jaqaes Michie spent the week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cole at Toronto. Mr. and family have in Ingersoll days with Procter. Visitors over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hanna Were Mrs. Norman Hanna and family, of At­ wood; Mr. Thomas Lennox, of Lis- towel, and Mr. and Mrs. Ross Hanna, of Listowel. Mrs. Leslie Bolt is a patient in the Wingham General Hospital, suffering from pneumonia. Mrs. Nellie Gordon and Mrs. Afillie Rodgers, both of Weston, spent New [ Year’s with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ander­ son and also visited with other rela­ tives, Mr. and Mrs. Williard Armstrong and Joyce spent Saturday with Mr, and Mrs. Dave Shannon at Seaforth. Visitors over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Holmes were: Miss Eileen Holmes, Mr. W. McLellan, Mrs. H. McLellan, all of London, Miss Bettj’ Martin and Mr. Gordon Snow­ den, of Flint, Michigan; Mr. Grant Holmes, of Toronto, and Mr. Gordon Holmes, of Walton. Mrs. John Spivey and returned to their home after spending the holi- Mr. and Mrs. Harold holiday visitors with Mrs. E. and Mr. and Mrs. Archie Scott, and Airs. Ken Hastie, accomp- by Mr. and Mrs. Jack Blyth, spent Sunday in Owen Juvenile Hockey Kurtzville Bees and Gorrie Ban­ tams met in the Gorrie Arena on Thursday evening. The score at the end of the second period was 3-3. The visitors scored three goals in the last period to bring the score 6-3 in favor- of Kurtzville. Woman’s Auxiliary The W. A. of St Stephen’s will meet at the home of Mrs. Gordon Under­ wood on Thursday at 2.30 pan. Roll call Theme ‘The Epiphany” or Thought for the New Year.” The Guild of St Martha meets circles has been quite marked, rising Wednesday evening at the home in. a comparatively short time from a clerkship in Hanna & Co. store to a position as traveller for one of the largest exclusive door manufacturing concerns in the country, where his5 personality and ability were recogniz- | ed. j After a. fortnight of most unusually * stormy weather, an acceptable change 3 took place Afonday with much higher | temperature and the sun shining, 3 Robert Spotton, councillor-elect fori Wingham for 1930, has tendered his resignation to the Town Clerk, and ] another nomination is probable. i Thursday night at 7,30 tune in toj 10 B.P* and hear Jack Thynne, the Kansas Farmer, in an hour of old songs and tunes. We are going to have an old time dance in the studio hay­ loft. Robt. Golley. will be on the job, and it is going to be a real hoe down. The United Farmers’ Co-Operative, of Wingham, make this program pos­ sible and hope you will tune in. 0-0-0 FIFTEEN YEARS AGO Dr. W. A. MeKibbon, who has been a Lieutenant in the 99th Wingham Field Battery, has been transferred to the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps. If the Doctor does duty with the C.AFS, it will be in the medical service. Early Monday evening about one hundred feet of the roof of H, T. Thomson’s barn, on Victoria Street, collapsed. During Sunday and Mon­ day’s storm the snow piled up on the roof. The weight was too much for a portion Of the roof and it fell in. Under the part that fell was a T. Field & Co. truck, but the gods of fate Were kind as the truck was little ; damaged. On Saturday the fire brigade had two calls during the afternoon. No damage to any extent; Was done at either' call. The first was to Cyril Everick’s and the second at Ab. Rin- totil’s on Edward Street. Both were chimney fired. So far ho trace of the robbers that entered King’s store and made off with $2,000 worth of merchandise has been found* The police, who are still very active on the cade, have some very good leads that they are follow­ ing and it would not be surprising If there were some early developments. Bluevale and Gorrle were damaged by the high waters. Prompt action of the Wingham fire department pre­ vented extensive damage in town. October 27—Tablet In honor of George Agnew Reid, former Wing- hamite and well known Canadian painter unveiled at Wngham town hall. October 27—Two-year-old Jacque­ line Wright, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Harold Wright instantly killed in two-car crash on the 9th conces­ sion of Turnberry. Nov, 3—Wingham Women’s Insti­ tute celebrated its 50th anniversary. Nov, 3—Contract awarded for the building of a new 50-bed chronic wing at the Wingham General Hospital. Nov. 10—Affairs of Wingham’s 75th anniversary finally wound up when committee spends balance of $1,493.07, representing profit made on celebra­ tion. Nov. 24—Large audiences at two performances were loud in their praise of “Mr. Pirn'Passes By”, three- act play produced hy 'the Wingham Community Players. Nov. 24—Don Nasmith named pre­ sident at annual meeting of Wing­ ham Curling Club. ' Dec. 1—Six town councillors re­ turned to office by acclamation, two to contest mayoralty as result of nomination meeting.. Dec. 1—2,000 children and parents gathered on Winghams’ main street for the annual visit of Santa Claus. Dec. 8—R. E. McKinney elected mayor by majority vote of 125. Dec. 8—Recreation delegates from four counties in Lake Huron district gathered in Wingham for zone rally. Dec. 15—Town council decided to plow sidewalks leading to the public school as safety measure for the children. Dec. 15—Mrs. W. Stanley Hall, wife of Principal W. S. Hall, of Wingham District High School, died in Wing­ ham -General Hospital after a long illness. Dec. 22—Disastrous fire levelled H- huts at Wingham District High School. Dec. 29—Plan to re-route Highway No. 86 at Bluevale brings protest from farmers in the vicinity. 1954 Will Go Down in History as The Year (Continued from page one.) May 26—New library building open­ ed at Blue vale. June 2—Fifty-five floats lined up for 75th anniversary parade, June 2—R, S. Hetherington named president of Wingham-Lions Club. June 9—Anniversary invitations to 1,000 former Wingham residents being mailed out by the invitation committee of the anniversary cele­ bration, June 16—Dr. W, M. Connell, well- known physician in Wingham, died suddenly. June 16—Second Mile Club cele­ brated first birthday with pot luck supper. June 23—A cornerstone laying at the High School was suggested as a ceremony for the 75th anniversary, at meeting of the high school board. June 23—District High School Board decided to close school at Brus­ sels. June 30—Several members of par­ liament accepted invitations to be present at 75th anniversary celebra­ tions. July 7—A delegation from the Sac­ red Heart parish asked town council to take over the Catholic cemetery and operate it in conjunction with the town cemetery. July 14—It was announced that banks in Wingham would remain open on Friday afternoons and close on Saturdays. July 14—Mr. and Mrs.William Field, John Street, celebrated their Golden Anniversary, with forty guests present at their home. July 21—Alva J. Walker, well-known merchant on Josephine Street for many years died in Wingham General Hospital. July 28—Final arrangements com­ pleted for 75th anniversary celebra­ tions. Aug. 4—10,000 people jam Wing­ ham’s main street for biggest parade ever spen in Wingham. Aug. 4—A. highlight of the anni­ versary celebrations was the laying of the cornerstone of the new Wing­ ham District High School. Aug. 11—Hundreds of former Ford- wich residents return to the village for centennial celebrations there. Aug. 18—Wingham’s 75th anniver­ sary celebrations show profit of $1,816. Aug. 18—Announcement was made of the selling of Smith's Grocery to Remington’s of Ripley, Chesley and Kincardine. Sept. 1—John C. Hanna, son of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hanna, killed in motor accident near Gravenhurst. His companion Stewart Nimmo was ser­ iously injured. Sept. 8—Stewart Nimmo, son of Rev. and Airs. Alex Nimmo, died in Bracebridge Memorial Hospital as result of accident in which John Hanna was killed. Sept. 15—The town council decided to support the formation of a boys’ and girls’ band in Wingham. Sept. 15—The community was sad­ dened to learn of the passing of Airs. R. H. Lloyd, following a heart seizure at her home. Sept. 29—Wingham Juvenile “C” softball team assured themselves of a place in the Ontario Softball champ­ ionships when they defeated Hamil­ ton Beach by a score of 10-9. Sept. 29—Wingham Community Placers started work on a new play, “Mr. Pirn Passes By”, to be produced in November. October 6—New safety patrol organ­ ized to assist school children in cross­ ing Wingham’s busy streets. October 13—Wingham’s Juvenile Softball team defeated Frankford 8-7 to win the Ontario Amateur Softball Association Juvenile “C” champion­ ship. October 13—Architects called for tenders on new 50-bed hospital wing Oct. 20—The rampaging Maitland River, swollen by rains of several days, forced ten families to evacuate their homes in Lower Wingham, in the wake of Hurricane Hazel. Farms in the area were flooded and. dams at King and Mr. Harry King spent the New Year’s week-end in Toronto. Afr. and Airs. Hugh Miller, Detroit, were Scott Afr. . anied | Wingham, ■ Sound. Afr. and Airs. Cloyne Afichel spent the holiday in Toronto. We extend sympathy to Air. Bei? Maguire in the death of his sister, Miss Mary Afaguire. Airs. C. Templeman and Mr. Jack Brooks, Wingham, were New Year’s guests of Mr. and Afrs. Harry Temp­ leman. Air. and Airs. Jack Shiell, of. Whitechurch, visited Sunday at the same home. Holiday visitors at the home of Afr. and Mrs. Jas. Edwards were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Edwards, London; Afrs. Victoria Klemp and Stanley, Harris­ ton; Mr. and Afrs. Vem Klemp, Linda and Judy, Kitchener; Mr. and Mrs. Les. Davidson, Listowel and Mrs. Jas. Clelandj Glasgow, Scotland., Afr. and Afrs. C. Bryant and Betty, Pickering, were New Year’s visitors with Afr. and Mrs. A A Donnelly. Afrs, Wm. Jardine, .is visiting her daughter, Afrs. Jack Hodges, in Chat­ ham. Afr. and Airs. Elmer Downey and Gerald, were guests of Afr. and Afrs. Agricultural Emerson Downey, of Harriston. Afr. and Mrs. Earl Harrison and boys, of Blyth, spent Sunday with Air. and Afrs. Robt. Harrison. Afaster Stanley Passfield, of Cooks­ ville, spent the Christmas holidays with Kelvin Buchanan. Afrs. Jas. Shera spent New Year’s at the home of Afr. and Mrs. Harvey Copeland, Wroxeter. Air. and Afrs. Thos. Douglas were guests of Air. and Afrs. Carl Douglas, Belmore, on Nev/ Year’s Day. Afr. Cecil Day is a patient at the McKay Nursing Home, Wingham . Afrs. Etta Pyke is spending a few weeks at the home of her son, Clif­ ford and Afrs. Pyke. “A on] of Miss Myrtle Short. Women’s Institute The Gorrie Women’s Institute will hold their January meeting at the home of Mrs. Gordon Edgar. Mr. G. Montgomery, Clinton, representative, wall -be guest speaker. Roll call, “What makes a good farm wife?” Personals Dr. Lome and Mrs. Maguire of Port Dalhouste, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Robert­ son, Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Ross, Listowel, Airs. Jack Maguire, Clifford, and. Mrs. H. W. Dempsey, Stratford, attended the funeral of Miss Mary Maguire on Thursday. Mrs. Tessie Zimmerman and Miss Betty Zimmerman left on Wednesday by motor on a trip to Summerland, B. C^ and other western points. Miss Helen Adams spent Christmas holidays with relatives in London. Congratulations and best wishes to the newly weds Mr. and Airs. Courtney Gilpin (nee Airs. Annie Toner). Friends will be sorry to learn that Wesley Gallaway broke his leg be­ tween the knee and the ankle in a fall at the front of his shop on New Year’s Eve and is in the Wingham General. Hospital. Afr. and Mrs. W. C. King, Air. Frank NEW E, ELGIN SCHOOL VOTED A new separate school will be built to serve pupils north and east of Ayl­ mer it was announced last week at a ratepayers meeting. It will be the third separate school to be formed in East Elgin In eight years. a .. •'In .your last loving tribute, you will want a service of quiet dignity to remain fovever with you as a cher­ ished memory. This quality is our primary concern* J. Walker jFuneral Home Patrick St. Wingham Phones 106, 189 »ws”Sno* $1^ J Reg. $2,5° MU Kerr’s Drug StorE (CHURCH OF ENGLAND IN CANADA) Feast of the Epiphany Thursday, Jan* 6th 10.00 a.m.—Holy Communion * * * . First Sunday after the Epiphany 8.30 a.m.—Holy "Communion 11.00 a.m?—Morning Prayer & Sermon 2.30 p.m.—Church School 7.00 p.m.—Evening Prayer & Sermon ♦ * * Thurs., jam 6th - 3.00 p.m.—W.A. meeting in the Parish Room* Mon., Jan. 17th—Annual Vestry Meeting.