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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1942-01-29, Page 1ALL CANADA TO GO ON FAST TIME a All Canada will go on daylight saving time on February 9, coincident with similar action in the United Stat- es, Munitions Minister Howe told the press. It was indicated that the order-in- council extending daylight saving time to the whole Dominion now is in process--of being drawn up and prob- ably will be made know shortly: BOOKS WANTED FOR THE SOLDIERS Books for the troops may be given in at the local post office, and will be handled free of charge and 'sent to the proper authorities (not to in- diVidual soldiers). Books should be handed in at the post office unwrap- ped and will be placed in a mail bag especially reserved for that purpose. This applies to books only,' and not to magazines and similar literature. Sunday Schools Held Skating Party The members of St. Andrew's Pres- byterian and St, Paul's Anglican Sun- day Schools held a skating party at the arena on Monday evening. There was a large attendance and despite the fact that the ice was not the best all had a most pleasant evening. Hot days and cocoa were served. Teeswater Minister Said Farewell Sunday evening Rev. J. D. Wilkie, who has been minister at Teeswater and Belmore Presbyterian Churches, for the past five years, said farewell to his t congregation. Mr. Wilkie has accepted a charge in Elora. Previous to taking the Teeswater charge, Mr. Wilkie was a Missionary in the Orient, Gas Ration BOoks $1 Each Hon. T. B. McQuesten, Ontario highways minister, stated that gasoline ration books costing $1 per book will be distributed in Ontario through ar- rangements now being organized on behalf of Federal authorities by the Ontario Highways Department. • McQuesten said the funds col- lected would be for Federal Treasur- ery ,and he could not say when the books would be issued. Met Jim Thompson In England In the article on his trip overseas by Hugh Templin, editor of the Ferg- us News Record, which appears in this issue, he tells of a visit to a Hur- ricane squadron, where he was intro- duced to a group from Ontario in- eluding Pilot Officer Jim Thompson, of Listowel, Jim is a son of Mrs. 011ie Thompson, of Listowel, a form- er Wingham resident, and Mrs. R. S. Hetherington, of town is 4 sister, Premier Speaks of Plebiscite Rejecting sugestions that his Gov- ernment introduce conscription for overseas service without a plebiscite, Prime avfinister Macken2le King in the House of Commons, declared: "I do not propose to erect bad faith and the broken pledge into a principle of ac- tion." Shedding but little light on the forthcoming plebiscite-, the prime min- ister in 'a speech lasting two and a half hours, failed to reveal when the Vote would be held, as had been expec- ted. Ile did tell the Commons, how, ever, that machinery for taking the Vote would be set up as quickly as possible, • $ 12521.67 Expenditure Food Supplies $ 1876.64 :Spirits and Alcohol 68,12 "Drugs 277.76 'Surgical Supplies 344.85 X-Ray Supplies 76.55 Laboratory & Pathology 43.30 Linens, Bedding, Etc. 172.02 Cleaning & Supplies 35.75 Laundry Supplies 39.97 Fuel 679.31 Light and Power 376.20 -Water 45.33 Insurance and Taxes 191.43 National Defence Tax 186.85 Interest & Exchange . ....... 15.18 Repairs and Equipment 906.20 Postage, StatipnerY & Supplies 127.05 Telephonie and Expreass ' 115.20 Miscellaneous 91.89 'Salaries 5598.71 Bills Payable 745.37 (Continued on page five) :Free Show and Dance In the Council Chambers February -rd at 8 o'clock.- See the Shur-Gain movie and comedy. Full particulars ,on page 4. ,last Week For Car Licenses Saturday is the dead line for 1941 Motor, plates. All cars that are in -operation after Saturday must display 1942 car licenses. Reporting To 99th Batter; , Frank Hopper will report this week -for duty with the 99th Battery at Camp Borden, He passed his medical -examination in London on Monday. B. Y. W. M. CIRCLE ELECT OFFICERS The January meeting of the Baptist Young Women's Mission Circle was 'held on Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. John Falconer, with the president in charge. The meeting op- ened with the singing of the hymn, "Take My Life and Let It Be," after 'which Mrs, jno, Falconer opened with 'prayer. Marie Kelly gave the InsPir- ational Reading from the book "The Splendour of God', after which the minutes of the previous meeting were 'read, The Scripture Reading was read by Viola Leatherland which *as taken from Isa, 5th chap, verses 1-16, Louise Collar gave the Tole which was a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Walter Oman, Who were trapped on the S. S. Zani Zarn at the time of its sinking. The election of officers then took lace With the following result: President, Louise Collar; Vice Pres- • ident, Vivian Mae:Lean; Secretary, Ida Kelly; Link and Visitor Reader, Ros- etta Dennis; Social Convenor, Reta Stapleton: Pianist, Marjorie Valeoner; Work Convenor, Viol & Leatherlattd: Presa Reporter, AgneWriatterson. The hymn ,"More About Jesus • Would Ititote Was, sung in diming arid Rosetta Dermis closed with pray. er. The hostess and convenor served Expenditures Teachers' salaries National Defence Tax Caretaker's salary Other salaries Post'. Rev. & Interest Stationery & Equipment Library, Maps & black- boards Manual Training Household Science Music Art Repairs Insurance Furniture & Fixtures Water, Light & Fuel Caretaker's Supplies Printing, Stationery & Sup, Athletics Agriculture Sundries Unemployment Stamps Bal. Dec. 31, 1941 $ 11386.00 7882.16 86.41 805.1.6 110.00 36.55 360.63 41.61 54.67 37.94 17.29 5,39 571,25 85.07 17,53 1013,42 110,38 45.68 39,55 15,51 25.84 13.26 10,70 $ 11386,00 Institute To Meet Friday The regular meeting of the Wing- ham Branch of the Women's Institute will be held on Friday, January 23 at 2,30 p.m. in -the Council Chambers, The Motto of the meeting will be, "Every year is a new beginning, every day is the world made new." The roll call will be answered by giving the name of your first teacher. Mrs. J. A. Wilson, convenor of Historical Research will be in-charge of the pro- gram. It will be Grandmother's Day. Hostesses will be, Mrs. C. Carter, Mrs. j, Kerr, Mrs. 5. Walpole and Mrs. W. Welliegs. Visitors are welcome. GOFORTH AUXILIARY Letters 'Read From Boys Overseas The regular monthly Meeting of the Goforth Auxiliary of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church was held last week at the home of Mrs.„ W. W. Gurney, with an attendance of thirty- three, The meeting opened with a hymn and the Lord's prayer in unison. Mrs. Sirmallman read the scripture les- son the 97th psalm and Mrs. S. Hare led in prayer. Mrs. Kenneth MacLean gave a Paper on "Home Mission" and Miss McLaughlin read a story on the life of Jas. Robertson. The dedicatory 'prayer was given by Miss Edna Carr. Mrs. W. Kennedy read a chapter "Go- forth in ChiftaVithich was very in- teresting. Mrs.fe,lb, R, Scott and Mrs. C, McLean real letters from boys overseas that were sent boxes for Christmas from the church which ex- pressed their appreciation., A hymn and- benediction by Mrs. Scott closed the meeting. Sewing on the layettes WAS carried .•on for a period followed by a social time over the tea cops, AL the regular convocation last week of Lebanon Chapter, No, 84, G.R.C., held in Whighath Masonic hall the following officers were instal- led in a very impressive and efficient manner by Rt. Ex. Comp. R. C. Thompson. Ex. 'Comp. G. G, McKee-1p. z. Ex. Comp, Thos. Gilmour—Z. Ex, Comp. W. A. Crawford—H, Ex, Comp. W. A. Galbraitlt—J, Comp. J. W. MeKibbon—Treas. V. Ex. Comp. B. A. Hiscox.—S.N. Ex. Comp. H. F. McGee—P.S. Rt, Ex, Comp. R. A. Coutts—S.S, V. Ex, Comp, Alex Rid"-J.S. I Ex, Comp, E, 5. Nash—O.G. Ex. Comp. H. L. Sherbondy, Comp, T. H. Gibson, 'Auditors. The officers and Companion of Lebanon Chapter feel very tonfidem and hopeful of. a pleasant and profit- able fraternal 1942, Held Sleigh Ride Party TNVO of the junior classes of the United Church Sunday School, Mrs. C. W. Lloyd's and Mrs. W. H. French's classes held a sleigh ride party Monday afternoon. Following the ride they had lunch at the church, ----- OFFICERS INSTALLED AT LEBANON CHAPTER Bone in, Wrist Fractured In the mix-up following the Han- over-Wing-ham game here last week, a female fan from Hanover went on the rampage with a -broom. At the time it was not known, but before it was taken from her she cracked down on 16-year-old Mabel Adams' wrist fracturing a small bone. Miss Adams is the daughter of Mr. W. R. Adams, Lower Wingham. Fell Through Trap Door Tuesday evening last week, Mrs. Dun- can Kennedy fell through a trap door into the cellar. Although no bones were broken ahe suffered many bruis. es. The trap door is in the pantry' and when she entered it not noticing the trap door was up she fell into the cellar bumping on the steps of the stairs as she went, She managed to get out of the cellar and answer a phone call. Then a neighbor came in and called the doctor, EVENING AUXILIARY OPENING MEETING The opening meeting of 1942 for the Evening Auxiliary of the United Church, was at Mrs. Arthur Irwin's hornet this past Tuesday. The Worship Service followed its customary form and was looked after capably by Mrs. Bill Galbraith. Her special assistants were Mn, Madill, scripture readings, amid Mrs. Parker, the topic, This was another in the interesting series of "Serving. with the Sons of Shull." Following it, the group participated in a quiz led by Mrs. Parker on the chapter whiah had just been given.. Special music was offered by Mrs. Bill Currie in a piano selection, "The "Glow Wo rm." • The business wmfs conducted by Mrs. Stanley Hall, the new president of the group for this year. Reports of the preceedipg year were given by corn. mittee heads and it was agreed -that a very successful year was had by all. Mrs, jack Reavie and Mrs, George Howson were appointed members of a visiting committee, to work in 53- filiation with time W. M . for calls in the surrounding, district. The group was reminded of the forthcoming cone. gregational supper and were asked for six volunteers to look after tables for that evening, Tuesday Vt, A hymn, I closed the worship and business for I the meeting,. 1. •"" Single Copies Five Cents Subscriptions $2,00 Per Year "%INGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 29th, 1942 With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Viclette and Wroxeter News. A. J. .LOCKRIDGE {GETTING READY FOR HEADS p„ S. BOARD SECOND VICTORY RED CROSS HAS NEW QUOTA ANNUAL MEETING OF UNITED CHURCH Total Receipts From, All,,,Organiza-, tions Amount to Over $10,000, 'GENERAL HOSPITAL ANNUAL MEETING Hospital Was Very Busy During 1941 Directors Eiected for 1942 Workroom Open Tuesday and Thurs- day NOMINAL ROLL OF 99th FIELD BATTERY; The Battery Is At Present At Camp. • Borden. The Last Pour Officer* • Named Are Attending a -Course At Petawaw.a, Committees Named At Meeting Last Week. Miss Alberta Walker Named Secretary-Treasurer LOAN DRIVE H. C. MacLean Chairman For This District RED SHIELD HAD SPLENDID YEAR Reports Show Much Work Done, Officers Elected , The annual meeting of the Wing- ham Salvation Army Red Shield was held in the Amy Hall recently and the reports gave a splendid account of work accomplished during the year, Officers were elected as follows: president, Mrs. W. Kennedy, Vice-Pres., Mrs A. Finley, Seey-treas„ Mrs, N. Baker, Wool Convenor, Mrs. A. Stone, Bail Convenor, Mrs. C. Everick. Sewing Convenor, Mrs, P. Jarvis. Reports showed for the past year soldiers' comforts 836 articles; evac- uees, bombed areas and hospital sup- plies 1702. From September 1st to December 18th 2104 articles consisting of layettes, quilts, tin goods, blankets, 'pillows and knitted goods Making a grand total of 4642 articles. The ladies from I3elmore, James- town, iGorrie and 1st line of Morris are willing workers for the Red Shield. There is a supply of wool on hand and the balance in bank and cash on hand is $59.17. The Red Shield is looking forward to a successful year again this year. Anyone ,who is willing ,.to assist will' be very welcome. The Wingham Red Cross has re- ceived the new sewing quota which is a considera:ble increase over the pre- vious one,. Articles required for 131'4- ish civilians ire' 50 boys .outfits, each outfit consisting of 1 pr. flannel pants, 1 flannel jacket, 1 skilit, 1 sweater, 1 pr. knitted socks; 50 girls outfits, each outfit having, 1 coat, 1 bat, 2 dresses and hlobiners, 2 pr. sox; For infants: 200 diapers, 50 infants shawls or blankets, 50 infants nightgowns and 50 mothers nightgownse Hospital sup- plies required: 50 suits pyjamas, 20 sheets, '160 gauze handkerchiefs. As will be. noticed this is a large quota totalling 1430 articles, and means that much sewing will be necessary. The fact tlfat these supplies are required as soon as possible, should appeal to all women to assist. So, the Red Cross is asking that workers turn out to the rooms on Tuesdays and Thursdays where the articles are cut and ready for sewing. Will you do your share? The knitting quota has not yet arrived, but is expected soon. When the Second Victory Loan drive is lannehed about the middle of February Huron County will be fully organized and ready for this great ef- fort., Mr, G, L. Parsons is chairman and those in charge of the various dist'ricts have been appointed, Mr. H, C. MacLean is on of the vice-chairmen and is now in charge of Wingharn, Howick, TurnberrY, East Wawanosh. R, J. Bowman, of Brussels is in charge of Brussels, Grey and Morris, West Waw.anosh, Ashfield, Colborne and Goderich have Inspector Kinkead as chairman. Quotas have not as yet been set but it is expected that they will be the same as ,ofr the first Victory Loan. The Government is asking that at least $600,000,000 be subscribed which is the same amount which was the objective in the last drive. The new loan is imperative and the government requires money for the prosecution of the war very urgently. All will have to do their part to put it over the top. The first meeting of the year of the Wingham Public Sehool board was held on Wednesday evening last week. Members of the board are, A, J. Lockridge, George H. Scott, C. B. Aamitage, W. T, Cruickshank, W. F. .Burgman, cordon Gennett, ,Charles W. Lloyd, apt, A. W. Irwin on active service, Trustee .4. j. Lockridge was -elected chairman and the following appoint- ments were made: Sec'y.treas., Miss Alberta Walker, School Attendance Officer, Chief Allen. To the High School Board for one year, W, H. French. To Library Board for 3 years, Mrs. F, A. Parker. Committees Property committee, Gordon GanL nett, George R. Scott, W. T. Cruick- shank, Chas, W. Lloyd, Purchasing Committee, C. B, Armi- tage, W. F. Burgman, C. 'Crozier. Management Committee, C. B. Armitage, Gordon Gannett, W. F. Burgman, A. J. Lockridge. . Finance Committee, C.-B, Armitage, A. J. Lockridge, W. F. Burgman. Statement for 1941 Receipts Bal. from 19-40 Non-Resident Fees Government grants Municipal Levy Loan-Town of Wingham Sun dries 556.86 se The annual meeting of the Wing- ham United Church was held on Tues- day evening, January 27th, and took the form of a supper meeting, when over 200 hundred were present. After the supper Rev. W. A, Beectoft led in a short devotional period, and read the names of the members who had been called by death during the year. Mr, W. H, French was appointed chairman and Mr. G, W, Tiffin as sec- retary for the business portion of the meeting. During the opening exercis- es a former member, Mrs. j. W, Skin- ner, presided at the piano. Very encouraging reports were re- ceived from the different 'organiza- tions. The Junior Congregation held 51 meetings with an average attend- ance of 21, and raised $17.54. The Baby Band with a membership of 51 and 3 Life members raised $10.62. The Willing Workers Mission Band with a membership of 24 had an aver- age attendance of 16 and their receipts $18.00, The Evening Auxiliary again exceeded their allocation when they raised $334.70, they have a member- ship of 34 with an average attendance of 23, they also packed a bale valued at $25.00, The Women's Missionary Society has a menthership of 52 and 21 Life members, they raised $623.05, besides packing a hale valued at $40.00. The Woman's Association with a Membership of 28 raised $320.30 for improvements made on the parsonage. The Sunday School report showed an average attendance of 117, they raised $531,65 .of which $157,10 was contrib- uted to missions. The Library has 744 books and loaned over 1000 'dur- ing the year. The Choir reported a membership of 45. The Young Peop- le's Society at the present time is not holding meetings but during the year raised $19.20,. The church treasurer reported a very encouraging financial report, be-sides the general account being well sub- scribed $1427.50 has been raised in cash to reduce the mortgage with the balance of this fund being over sub- scribed, $1836.75 was raised for Mis- ions, A total of $10683.83 which in- cludes balances from the previous year was raised by all church organizations and out of this $2786.82 was forward- ed to Missions. The Sessions reported that were 323 families belonging to the church with a resident membership of 637 and non- resident 182, a total of 819. During the year 5 had been received on pro- fession of faith and 11 by certificate. Removals by death 5, by certificate and otherwise 22, The following were elected for a 4- year term to the Session: S. S. Camp- bell, F. W. French, P. Gowans, a E. Isard, Dr. R. C. Redmond, Dr. R. L. Stewart; Board of Stewards: W. H. French, B. Cruikshank, W. A, Gal- braith, W. J. Greer, W. Gs Hamilton, E. Wilkinson, and H. Wild was elect- ed to fill the vacancy caused by the 'death of the late J. 0. Habkirk; Trus- tees: G. T. Robertson, J. Burchill and R. j, Currie, The meeting closed' with the Nat- ional Anthem, and the benediction by the minister. 8229.82 .573.75 171,00' 700.00 400,00 746.00 398.50 328.46 237.28 60.00 120,00 Capt. R. S. Hetherington, Capt. D. Bell, 21Lieut, N. Ferguson, 21Lieut, J. M. MeKagne, 21 Lieut. G, R, Malcolm, 21Lieut R. 5, Roberts. 2ILieut, George Palleson, Hanover, 21Lieut. Willis Hunstein, Walkerton, 21Lieut, Norman Allen, Listavel, 21Lieut. J. R. M. Spittal, Winghatn. BS1Vf. Mitchell, H. A, TS-M. Gray, E. H., TSM, Corrigan, J, D. A., Sgt.. Campbell, 3, C. Sgt, Howson, W, F., Sgt. Morgan, F. A., Sgt. Piotrowski, J., Sgt. Thompson, H. D., Sgt. Will- iamson, N. M„ L/Sgt. Greer, G. C. Bdr, Elliott, B. A., Bdr. T.. P., Bdr, Fitzpatrick, G. J., Bdia Hol- lands, H. 13,, Bdr. Jeffray, S., Bdre Johnstone, j, P., Bdr. Lantenschlager, R., Bdr, Lee, J., l3rlr, Martin, W. D., Bdr. Morphy, C. R., Bdr. Newton; B. W., Bdr, Reeve, E. F., Bdr. Tervit, G. C., L1Bdr, Bryce, G., L1Bdr. Hew- itt, A. R., L1Bd; Ruppenthal, E H. Gnr. Arnoeld, j, H., Gnr, Arnold, A, T., Gnr, Armstrong, J, C., Gum Bester, L. E., Grua Bowkay, AI, J.,, Gnr. Benninger, C. F., Gnr, Burt, W. A., Gnr. Bushell, M. F. E., Gnr. Coates, R. J., Gnr. Collins, A. W„ Gun. Colwell, A. G,, Grue Currie, F, 3., Gnr. Dahmer, J. H., Gnr. Beeves, M„ Gnre' Doig, J. A., Gnr. Doyle, NI, F., Gra-., Ditner, J., F., Gun Ellign, R. J., Gnr., Gillis, Q. H., Gnr. Gorlisla M. H., Gnr. Goodyear, A, J., Grue Haines, J. C. Gnr. Hayes, E. 5., Gnr. Hetsler, Gnr. Hopf, W. F., Gnr. John- stone, H. W., Gnr. Johnstone, J, C., Gnr. Kenny, R. J., Gnr. King, a Gnr. King, J. M., Gnr. Lippert, J. A., Gm. MacDougall, B., Gnr. McClure, G. A., !Glue McClure, W. A., Gnr. Mc- Donald, J. G., Gnr, McEwan, D. M., Gnr. Meyer, L., Gnr. Orson, G. A., Gnr. Pickell, F. D., Gnr. Pinnell, W. W. H,, Gnr. Player, B. L., Gnr, Roe, C., Gine Schwass, S. R., Gnr. Sinna- mon, W. K., Glue „Smith, D. S., Gnr. Smith, L. 'G., Gnr. Solomon, P., Gnr, Stemmler, W. S., 'Gnr. Wellwood, j. C., Gnr. Wilson, R. H., Gnr. Younge, E. G., Gnr. Younge, E. I. 494.35 75.75 815.88 9700.00 200.00 100.00 The annual meeting .of the Wing- ham HasPital Association was held in •the Connell Chambers on Friday even- ing. The president of the hospital hoard, Mr, R. H. Lloyd presided. and f ,1r, A, Cosens was secretary of the meeting, Directors elected for 1942 were, R. H. Lloyd, W. W. Armstrong, J. W. McKibbon, 'Capt. W. J. Adams, W. G. Hamilton, H, C. MacLean. Other members of the board are: Fred Davidson, County Council repres'ent- ative; - Walter VanWyck, Wingham 'Council representative; a doctor from -the Medical association to be appoint- ed, last year Dr. W .A. Craford was -the member. Financial Statement The following financial statement 'was presented by the treasurer, Mr. A, t °sem; Receipts' orahond Jan 1, 1941 „Private and semi-private patients :Municipalities for indigents . :Province of Ont, grants , iCounty of Huron grant 'Town of Wingham grant Operations X-Ray Dressings & Medicines 'Misc., Rebates & Sundries Donations ;Sale of membership tickets HIGH SCHOOL OPEN LITERARY FEB. 12 - 13 The High School commencement will be held in the Town Hall on Thursday and Friday, February 12 and 13 it has been announced. The students are now busy practising for this great annual event. There will be a play and the Glee elub will also take a prominent part. Keep these dates in mind. GAME AT KINCARDINE ON MONDAY NEXT The local Indians will take on the Owen Sound Orphans in Kincardine, Monday evening next. This game was all set for Kincardine Friday last but the weatherman changed the plans. It is Owen Sounds home game and this clash will draw a large crowd. Suffered Stroke Mr. Wm. -Kraute•r recently suffered a' stroke. He is somewhat improved we are pleased to report. Hospital Auxiliary Meets Monday The regular meeting of the Women's Auxiliary to Wingham General Hos- pital will be held in the Council Chambers on Monday afternoon. Feb- ruary 2nd, at 2.45. Fell Down Steps, Fractured Arm Mrs. Clarence Allen, John street, fractured her arm on Friday. She was leaving the Armstrong home on Cath- erine street when she slipped on the steps breaking her arm. No More 1/4 Pints Of Cream The Milk Control Board has issued instructions ta milk dealers that, ef- fective February 1st, cream must not be sold in 14 pints. 3-tm pint containers will be the standard container for cream. There will be no special de- liveries of milk and cream. FATS AND BONES TO BE COLLECTED Collection Takes Place Monday Next During the past number of weeks we have through these columns been urging the citizens of Wingham to save fats and bones and ,that notifi- cation would be given for the collec- tion of the same. This collection will take place Monday next, February 2nd. The west side Of the town will be done in the morning and the east side in the afternoon. Set the containers out in a place where they will be easily seen and so that dogs, etc, cannot inter- fer with the contents. Bobbie Kress Broke Arm On' Saturday little Bobbie Kress, son of Capt. and Mrs. W. L. Kress, had a tumble at thenVI ills home on John street to which they have moved and had the misfortune to fracture his arm. 28 Tables At Euchre The Euchre held by the local chapter of the Eastern Star on Mon- day evening was very successful, twenty-eight tables taking part in the play. The results were: Ladies-1st, Mrs. Walter Lockridge; 2nd, Mrs. Wm. Gardner; Gents-1st, Tom Cur- rie; 2nd, Jack Barr. Mystery prize, Miss S. Leddy .The ladies of time chapter served a delightful lunch. Bridge Club Results Six tables took part in the play at the Wingham Bridge Club, Thursday evening. A Howell movement was played. The results were: 1st, Mrs. A, E. VanStone and Mrs, Hal. Mac- Lean; 2nd, Ed. Snell and Art Wilson; 3rd, Miss M. Johnston and Mr. Robb; 4th, Mrs. D. B. Porter' and A. Forbes; 6th, Mrs. J. H. Crawford and Mr. Hopkins; 6th, Miss C. Isbister and S. MacLean, Recruiting Unit Here To-day (Wednesday) A mobile recruiting unit will ha at the Town Hayy to-day (Wednesday) from 1 pm, to 8 p.m, They wish to enlist pilots and observers for the R. C.A.F. Candidates from 18 to 32 with junior matrictulation are desired. For those who have two complete years in High School a special pre-enlist- ment course in English, Physics and Mathematics is available, Clerks art also required and must be able to take dictation at 75 words a minute and type 40 words a minute, WASTE MATERIAL IS VITALLY NECESSARY TO OUR WAR EFFORT Salvage of Scrap Metal, Rags, Waste paper, Fats and ones Urged by Our Government The third advertisement from the Department of National War Services calling upon the citizens of Canada to save metals, rags, paper, etc., so that these materials may be collected and devoted to tht.• war effort appears in this issue. This Salvage Campaign is of very great importance to our war effort-and all are urged to take part in this national drive to salvage Waste materials, This is a very easy way to assist in our war effort. Tire Restriction Partly Lifted It has been announced that some change has been made in the restric- tion in the sale of tires. Tires for 17, 18 and' 10 inch wheels may now be sold. It is said that about 90 per cent of the tires for .cars are 16 inch wheels and so far the restriction has not been lifted. joins Pals Overseas Mrs. Clifford Jenkins received a cable that her husband has arrived safely in England, Cliff, will join his pals of the 97th Battery, 7th Army Field Regiment, R.C.A., who preceed- ed him to the Old Land. Wheii his regiment left Cliff was on the sick list but he has now caught up with his unit, New Sugar Regulation Sugar is 110W rationed in Canada. The allowance per person is 4i lb, per week and not more than two weeks supply is to be purchased at -one time. It is estimated that the saving will amount to 19,000 tons. Donald Gordon, chairman of the ?rice Board, made the announcement. Retail :prices will not be increased. It will be ulk, to the Canadians to regulate himself or herself and obey the sugar law and breach of any board order tarries a penalty of $5;000 fine and two yeaus' imprisonment,