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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-09-07, Page 9Prompt attention to service calls in the Wingham District, Complete line of new Electrolux Products. Duncan Sinclair PHONE 28 BLYTH ....' ' passed 78 Bin- Sunday, born in The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, September 7 th, 1955 PageVLA Real Help to Servicemen at on again hgs the con- them to and from Mr- Wm- Eferdy tract of driving school. Mr. ajid Mrs. Goderich, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and R. Chamney, Sgt. and Mrs. Herb Dainty and sons, of Kingston, are spending thia week with her brother, Mr, Edward Robinson and Mrs. Robinson and other members of her family. Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs- N, Thompson and family included; Mr. and Mrs, Qecil Chamney, of Bel­ grave, Mr. and Mrs, Edwin Thompson and family and Mr. and Mrs, John Tiffin and Stephen, of Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. EJwin Chamney, Dor­ othy and Marilyn, of Wingham were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Chamney and girls, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Robinson, of Wingham, and Mrs. Winnjfred Nixon of Lucknow were Sunday visitor* With Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Robinson. Krnest J. Craig, otThere TO a good attendance Donnybrook Anniversary services Sunday. Inspiring messages were given by the guest speakers at both services, in the morning by Rev, A- W, Watson, B.A., R.D., of Blyth United Church, in the evening by Rev. Chas. Krug, of Belgrave, assisted by Rev. C. Washington and Mr. Joseph Martinarello, student minister- of Knox Presbyterian Church, Au­ burn. In the morning a very pleasing duet “The Lord is My Shepherd” was sung by Misses Grace Thompson and Louise Jefferson and the choir sang two anthems with Mrs. H. Jefferson taking the solo parts and a young people’s choir sang two numbers at the evening service. Personals Miss Irene Jefferson has resumed her teaching duties at Dunnville, Miss Lucy Thompson will teach this year at Oakville and Miss Grace Thomp­ son will commence her teaching at Simcoe. Those attending Wingham District High School from this section are: Louise, Donald and Robert Jefferson, William Thompson and Ray Hardy. The public school pupils here will attend the Township hall school this year, there will be one beginner, Billie Robinson along with Jim Rob­ inson, Mary and Sharon Jefferson. J, F. Galbraith Was Former Resident John Franklin Galbraith away suddenly at his home, earth Road, Toronto on August 28th, 1955, He was Wingham and spent his early life in to\vn. Ip 1915 be enlisted in the first war and was overseas until 1918. Later he went tp Toronto and was engaged’ in the advertising business for over twenty-five years. As a hobby he took up photography and in later years, many of his salon prints were exhibited" across Canada. He was a member of Rosedale United Church and belonged to £>t. Andrew’s Lodge, A.F, & A.M., and to the Toronto Focal Forum. I See us for T SUPERIOR PROPANE limited Phone 790 Walkerton, Ont. Produced by IMPERIAL TOBACCO COMPANY OF CANADA; LIMITED As a public service THAN ON ANY OTHER KIND ’S-P’ Dry your clothes ’ the modern way with an automatic Gqs clothes dryer. He leaves to mourn his Joss, his Wife, Gladys F. Morrish, his> daugh­ ter, Mrs. Charles O. Bollard (Eliza­ beth), his son, John M. Galbraith, his grandson, Robert Charles Pollard, his sister, Mrs. H. J. Rahlves (Alba) and his brother, W. A. Galbraith, Wingham, Ont. Funeral services were conducted at his home by Rev. G. MpGregor Grant with interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto. MORE PEOPLE RIDE\ safe dprmnrirt klo ON GOODYEAR TIRES A ' aePenClabfG GOODYEAR Tires We’ve got a complete line of . Goodyear tires in a wide range of prices. Ask us about the famous All-Nylon Super­ Cushion. PHONE: 181 WHERE YOU NEVER FINAL PHASE^MRh OF AN JSSS ASSEMBLY LINE The quality and quantity of products manufactured by any assembly line depends on the quality of the raw material available To make sure of consistent, long-term high produc­ tion from your laying flock, it is necessary to feed the correct egg-building materials. Pound for pound, SHUR-GAIN Super Laying Mash contains more of,the vital egg-making nutrients than ordinary mashes — more protein, Vitamins, Minerals and energy. 4 We manufacture high-efficiency SHUR- GAIN Super Laying Mash right here — its guaranteed fresh and palatable. A Over 11,000 veterans in Western Ontario have taken advantage of assistance offered by the Veterans’ Land Act legislation to establish themselves on farms and small holdings throughout the area. Above, the fine farm of Alex Corrigan, on Highway’ 87, Is an example of what can be done by yeterans under the Act. Purchased in 1946 under the VLA, the farm has become known throughout the district for its modern and progressive methods—Staff Photo. Veterans’ Land Act Operation Marks Tenth Year in Business he has built up the farm to a point where he has one of the most modern farm properties in the neighborhood, with ninety head of cattle as well as hogs and poultry. Mr. Corrigan was one of the first in the district to adopt such modern methods of farm­ ing as hay baling and forage harvest­ ing. Extended for Four Years Originally the Veterans’ Land Act legislation was scheduled to remain in force for ten years from the date of the soldier’s discharge. The plan has been so successful that this per­ iod has been ’ extended for another four years. Veterans who have not yet- taken advantage of the plan may do so after the original ten years period, and those who have already used their credits may, by repaying them before January 1st., 1959, still be eligible for V.L.A, benefits after that date. By Bob Carbert i f the one the are Ten years ago the last shot was fired off the greatest war the world has seen. The war was over and the Canadian soldier turned his thoughts to becoming a civilian. During the following decade the Canadian veteran has been rehabili­ tated by taking advantage of the var­ ious schemes set up for this purpose. One of the most popular has been the purchase of a farm or small holding under The Veterans’ Land Act. The Veterans’ Land Act officials claim the land settlement scheme for World War II veterans has surpassed expectations and can now be termed a marked success. In the Western Ontario district from Niagara Falls’ to Windsor and to the north end of the Bruce Penin­ sula, over 11,000 veterans have taken .advantage of this assistance. The pub­ lic has invested a gross of 60 million dollars in the future of'these veterans and although this is to be paid back over 25 years, at the present time nearly 1 million dollars has been paid over and above the amount owing to this date. The scope of VLA activities in Wes­ tern Ontario is best illustrated by placing small holdings side by side and the resulting population would equal the city'of Woodstock. If farms were joined it would equal of the average sized counties in district. These men and their families demonstrating pride of ownership in their homes and farms and many are leaders in their community. While the war days may seem to be along way off, the department reports that the rate of settling veter­ ans will reach a new high during 1955. This has, been brought on by ‘increas­ ing the loan to small holders to $8100., and for farmers to $10,500.00. The success^ of this land settlement scheme was brought about partly by the veterans demonstrating the desire to own their own homes or farms and partly by the VLA Administration ap­ proaching the problem from a real­ istic and practical point of view. New home owners and farmers need guid­ ance and encouragement, which is supplied by a highly-trained staff in farm activities, house construction and family needs. The VLA program has promoted ownership of the pro­ perty by the veteran on the do-it- yourself basis. Supervised by trained men, this program has saved the vet­ erans under the Act a gross amount estimated at 3 to 4 million dollars. For many it has meant a home which otherwise may not have been possible. Many In District In the Huron and Bruce district an estimated one farm in ten is being held by a veteran under the Veteran’s Land Act. Many of these farms have doubled in value since they were first taken up in 1946. An example of what has been done under the Veteran's Land Act can be seen in the/fine modern home of Alex Corrigan, on Highway 87, east of Bluevale. Mr. Corrigan, a veteran of World War II, served as a Regimental Sergeant-Major with the 19th. Field Regiment in Northwest Europe and received the Military Medal for ser­ vices there. In 1946 Mr. Corrigan purchased his 125 acre farm under the Veterans’ Land Act, using part of his credits to purchase stock and equipment. Dur­ ing the intervening years through hard work and shrewd management Honor Associate Ag. Rep. On Leaving Friday evening, September 2nd., a farewell party was held by the farm people Of Huron County for Mr. Har­ old Baker, associate agricultural rep­ resentative, who is leaving Huron County on September 3rd., to take post graduate studies in agriculturo at the University qf Wisconsin. On behalf of the farm people Of Huron County, Mr, Baker was pre­ sented With a 35 m.m. slide camera, accessories and a billfold containing a sum of money. This was in recogni­ tion of the faithful service that Mr. Baker has given to. agriculture in the county, particularly to Junior Farmer and 4-H programmes, Since coming to Huron County on June 1st, 1953. Mr, Baker’s place will be taken in Huron County by Mr. Arthur Bolton, Dublin, who is a native o£ Huron County. Mr. Bolton graduated from the Ontario Agricultural College in the spring of 1955 and has been farming on the home farm prior to joining the Department of Agriculture on September list. A Horse, A Horse, My Kingdom HorseFor A sure be said about Honorary Sheriff the opening cere- “One thing can Wingham,” said Johnny Brent, at monies of the Frontier Days on Fri­ days, “and that is, that it can never be called a ‘One Horse Town.’” And' on the surface, this appears to be very true, for the large number of horses and riders, horses and 'vehicles that made their appearance in this fair town over the last week or so, bring back the pleasant memories of those “good old days,” when the horse provided both the power and the excitement. Those who can re­ member the early years of this cen­ tury, and the late years of the last century have some wonderful mem­ ories of the horse, and the things they were able to do with the wonder­ ful animal that has either carried or pulled man forward in his develop­ ment of this fair country. Horses carried the first frontiers­ men across the country, and when they settled, broke the soil, drew away the trees and helped with the "road­ building, ditching, and home building. They provided the motive power to take the family to church and school, the horse power that in turn ground the grain, and pumped the water. Every member of the family in those days was a horseman or a gorse­ woman. A generation ago, every farm woman could handle horses, and do it well, from the quiet old, brood mare to the most skittish colt, and the balk­ iest outlaw of the lot. There are hun­ dreds of farm girls, and even farm boys of the generation growing up today, who have never held a line" in theifr hands, and wouldn’t know how to harness a horse, if their life de­ pended upon it. We have noticed a trend in Wing­ ham the last few years. A where more and more people have become horse-conscious, • and taken to riding as a hobby or a past­ time. Other towns report the same thing. Riding clubs are being formed, and small barns at the edge of towns are the stables of these urban people who like to get out in the open air with a horse. Wingham’S 75th Anniversary did a great deal to revive interest in horses in this town. The Frontier Days did another good job. It has been years since there were so many horses in town at the same time. Over and above the milk wagon horses, the meat wagon horses, and a couple of dray teams in this town, we haven’t seen horse flesh of any kind, until Lloyd Hayden, Jack Day, Johnny Brent and some others acquired horses for riding purposes. It is nice to see the horses brought back into popularity again. There are many memories being dusted off by our older residents those days, of horse and buggy court­ ships, runaways, races, colt breakings, balky horses, and faithful horses. Tho hitching rail at the Sheriff's office saw almost as many children last week as did the town playground. The horses had more admirers than the shiny new 55 model cars. There is something about a horse that a horse­ less carriage can never replace. Long live the horse, one of men’s faithful friends and partners in founding this country. A regular meeting of the Howick Township Council was held in the Clerk’s office on September 2nd. All members except Deputy-Reeve Gibson- were present. Reeve H. Gowdy was in the chair. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and on motion of McMichael and Allan were adopted as read. Carried. Allan-McMichael—That the council accept the petition for repairs on the McMichael Municipal Drain. Carried. McMichael-Allan—That the clerk . notify W. D, Colby to make a survey and report on the McMichael Muni­ cipal Drain, Carried. Haskins-Allan—That we authorize the reeve and clerk to sign the appli­ cation for interim payment of the statuatory grant under the’ Highways Improvement Act. Carried. Haskins-Allan—That the road ac­ counts as approved be paid. Carried. McMichael-Haskins—That the fol­ lowing accounts be paid. Carried. Twp, of Bertie, relief, $40.00; R. J. Lovell Co., $1.00; Gestetner Ltd., $42.41; Howick Farmers’ Mutual In­ surance Co., premium, $19.80; Provin­ cial Treasurer, insulin, $5,96; W. E. Whitfield, part salary for 2 months, $90.00; J. H. Pollock, part salary and stamps, $82.40; Allan Will, calf killed by dogs, $15.00; R. H. Stephens & Son, relief, $16.00; Transfer to road account, $11,692.13. McMichael-Haskins—That we do now adjourn to meet again on October 6th, or at the call of the reeve. Car­ ried. H. Gowdy, Reeve J. H, Pollock, Clerk. MME GODEMCB MAN HURON DEED REGISTRAR Harry M. Ford, of Goderich, has re­ ceived official notice from the in­ spector of legal offices for Ontario that he has been named registrar of deeds for Huron County. The letter of appointment said that he had been named to the post by an order-in-council. The appointment is effective September 1st. He succeeds J. M. Roberts who died in March after serving for nine years. Mr. Ford, a native of Goderich Township, attended school at Holmes­ ville and Clinton Collegiate. He has been a resident of Goderich since 1936 when he started an insurance business in Goderich. He has been a member' of the Goderich District Collegiate Board of Trustees for a number of years and served for about five years as chairman. trend have Nixon-Bolt Votes in Belgrave The home of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Bolt, Belgrave, was the scene of a wedding at 12.30 p.m. on Saturday, September 3, when their daughter, Isabel Elizabeth Elaine was united in marriage to Nixon, son Nixon, R.R. The home and white streamers and baskets of gladioli and Rev. Carl Krug officiated. The pianist was Miss Gwen Walsh, Belgrave and she played “I’ll Walk Beside You” before the ceremony and “Always” during the signing of the register. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a ballerina-length gown of white nylon net and lace over taffeta featuring a strapless bodice and matching bolero. She also wore net mittens and a headdress of White roses held her fingertip carried a bouquet of deep nations. The bridesmaid, Pengelly, Belgrave, chose blue gown of nylon net over taffeta, styled similar to that of the bride, and she carried a bouquet of yellow chrysanthemums. Mr. Carman Nixon, R.R. 7, Lucknow, brother of the bridegroom was best man. Following the ceremony a. reception was held and served. Mrs. bride received friends of the Tho bride’s Mr. John James Thomas of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac 7, Lucknow. was decorated with pink veil. She pink car- Miss Ila a powder a wedding dinner was Bolt, mother of the the guests, assisted by bride. going away costume Was a forest green dress with white angora trim and black accessories and a corsage of pink carnations. After a wedding trip to Northern Ontario, Mr. and Mrs. Nixon will re­ side at Belgrave. Guests were present from Toronto, London, Wingham, Lucknow, Gorrie, Wroxeter, Kinloss and Brussels. G. ALAN WILLIAMS Optometrist Patrick St., Wingham Phone 770 Evenings by appointment. When Glasses Are Not Needed . . . Hamiltons will tell you so. If glasses are needed you are sure of top quality and expert service. PRICES REASONABLE— Hobbs Glass Service WINGHAM W. R. HAMILTON, R.O “A Complete Visual Examination Car Damaged? Have us restore those battered fenders and doors to a gleaming, like-new factory finish! 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Lifting heavy weights or standing on your feet for long periods of time may have the same results. Weakened cords and muscles of the feet allow bones to drop and arches to fall, which in turn may obstruct the circulation of the blood. Ailing feet and body are the result. Get quick relief for conditions like this with tried and time Miracle Foot-Aid. WHEN YOU WALK WITH miracle—* your feet WILL ENJOY GREAT COMFORT Wingham District Patrons are pleased with Miracle Foot-Aid. See Mr. Pickering for Names, Addresses Clinics Wiughnni, Listowcl, TiUsbnburg, Brantford, Kitchener, London, Hamilton