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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1942-03-05, Page 1• Lieut.-General A. G. L. McNaughton Canadian Corps Commander who is visiting in Canada, INSPECTOR SPOKE TO INSTITUTE Institute Purchases Victory Bond And Sends Cigarettes Overseas A 'large attendance of members and visitors were present .on Friday after- noon at the Women's Institute meet- ing with the vice-president, Mrs. Har- ley Crawford, in the cfair. Mrs. C. Allen acted as secretary, It was de- cided that the Institute would buy a Victory Bond also send cigarettes to the Wingham soldiers overseas, Short Course Next Week A short course on garment making with commercial patterns is to be held in the hall, March 9-13. Anyone des- iring to take this course should get in touch with the vice-president, Mrs. Harley Crawford. A spelling contest was held with Mrs. S. Campbell and Mrs. H. Craw- ford as captains. This proved most interesting and at the end of the con- test some of the ladies were still in their places. This contest will be con- tinued at. the next meeting. Two very lovely duets by Misses Lois Bates on and Dorothy Hamilton were enjoyed. Miss Elaine Walsh was accompanist. Mr. J. H. Kinkead, Inspector of Public Schools for North Huron, de- lighted his audience with his fine and instructive address on the problems of the boy and girl in the schools. He showed how the study and work in the school fitted theth to be useful citizens capable of getting along with those with whom they come in con- tact. Attended Horticultural Convention. .Mrs. George Ross attended the an- nual convention of the Ontario Hort- icultural Association which was held in Toronto last week. Chimney Fire About nine o'clock Tuesday morn- ing a chimney at the home of Mrs. N.V. Williamson took fire. The damage was confined to some scorched wood work and blacking ,by the smoke, in the kitchen where the chimney was located. COUNCIL DONATES $100 TO THE BIG PLOWING ,MATCH Auditors Report Was Presented And Accepted At the regular meeting mf the town council held on Monday evening a grant of $100.00 was voted to the County Committee of the Interna- tional Plowing Match which wilt be held in Huron near ,Seaforth and Clinton in October. Mr. Hugh' Hill, financial chairman of the match, and 5, C, Shearer, Agricultural represent- ative, were present and spoke on be, half of the match, It was decided to make the above grant after due eon- Sideration on motion of Couns, Wilk- inson and Johnson, Mr, Hill explain- ed that it would cost about $10,000 to finance this great event. A letter of i, appreciation was read from Lieut. Richard Roberts thanking council for the pen and pencil set, A communication was received from J'ohn Weir and Andy Wheelens re- garding water that was draining onto their property, The engineer has in- spected this and told the chairman of the -street committee that the water followed a natural fall. The clerk was instructed to write these gentlemen and explain this also to state that a meeting of the engineer, represent- atives of the Turnberry township and the town would meet them if they so desired. Councillor Lloyd reported for the Band committee stating that he had a couple of applications for the leader- ship of the band. Mr. Geo. J. Wright, a former bandmaster here, was present and addressed the council. A number of accounts were ordered paid on motion of couns. Wilkinson and Davidson. Snowplowing cost $168.00 in Feb- ruary Loan. Davidson, chairman of the streets committee, reported. The com- mittee' had also during the month trimmed some trees.. Due to the short .hockey*.season the arena will not have as large an oper- ation surplus this, year as last Coun.. Johnson reported. The failing to win .from the Walkerton club was expen- sive for the arena and the club he said. It is expected that ..the surplus of the arena will be about $300. • Reeve Eir .,ns reporting for the Wel- fare committee said that a few were getting very little. This condition in the town was in a very satisfactory state. Mrs. W. H, Willis offered the town a paper press and it was accepted with much appreciation. This press can be used to bale paper for salvage. The cleric was instructed to write Mrs. Willis expressing the appreciation of the council for this very useful gift, The auditors report wag received and this report gives a very complete record of the business and financial standing of the town. The auditors, H. L. Sherbondy and W. C. Adams, re- ported the books of account in splen- did condition and stated that -they had received splendid co-operation from the various officials in their work. The report was adopted on motion of Couns. Wilkinson and Lloyd and the necessary copies will be printed and available soon. The same two auditors were re- engaged at a salary of $100 each on -motion of 'Coats. Lloyd and Johnson. Couns. Davidson and Reeve Evans gave a report of the Good Roads Convention which they attended last week. Mr. McQueston, minister of highways, had addressed the conven- tion and had stated that 15,000 miles of roads were plowed this year. He also said that due to war conditions and loss of revenue that much work would be curtailed on the highways. Only necessary maintenance work would be 'carried out. He also said that there would no doubt be a cut in the subsidy. Bishop R. J. Benison also addressed the Convention. He had recently visited the Old :Land and his talk was most interesting and told of the war conditions in Britain. Ladies Bingo Friday EVening The Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion will hold a ladies bingo in the Arm- ouries at 8.15 p.m., Friday, March 6th, 25 games 25c, Four specials at 5e each, All Ladies Welcome, Proceeds British War Relief. 00%6 ow- &tag& DISTRICT DEPUTY VISITED LIONS Fine Address on International Organ- ization Given By District Deptuy Governor Lavell The regular. Lions Luncheon was held at the Queens Coffee shop on Friday evening last. The Ligis were favored with the official visit of the District Deptuy Governor, Lion George Lavell and District Secretary, Lion Morgan, both of Palmerston. Lion. Lavell addressed the Lions on the subject, "Why the International Organization?" He traced the growth on Lionism and showed how the In- ternational organization was able to provide leadership so necessary to a service club. His remarks were very much appreciated. Lion Morgan comp- limented Wingtam Lions Club on the work of its, efficient secretary, Lion Wilbur Tiffin who was so prompt in -getting out the. monthly returns, Mr. • Stan Sibthorpe favored the Lions' with a fine solo, "Sons 'of the Sea" with Lion Harold V. Pym at the piano. Lion Geo. Northwood thanked the lions for co-operation in disposing of 293 tickets for "Thumbs Up". A letter was read from the Vic- tory Loan Committee expressing ap- preciation .to the Lions Club for as- sistance in putting over the ticket sale. Tailtwister, Lion Gordon Buchanan proceeded 1o. charge several members with offences committed at the con- cert "Thtimbs Up" and fines were lev- ied against those who sat in the front row or carried binoculars. Lion Ronald Rae • reported that Bantam hockey team had been defeat- ed but the Midgets were still going strong and he expected some games would be played with Owen Sound next week. An impromptu quartette was assem- bled composed of Lions Harry Gib- son, Jack McKibbon, Otto Gallagher and Wilbur Tiffin and led in several songs. Lion Emery Stuckey was hon- ored with a special song in honor of his new son, The meeting ended with the usual closing song the Lions roar, 1,...,•••—,••••1,••• In picking the various directors for the Coirimittees 'for the 1942 interna- tional Plowing Match in Huron 'NWT- ty, one .thing was kept in mind 'at all. times • • "Let's put these men at work for which they are best suited. They'll enjoy it better and will consequently do their work in_ a" more satisfactory manner." William 5, Dale is chairman of the teams committee, Bill is a farmer'from Hullett township „ a • man who speaks with a drawl but who knows exactly what he means to say when he dues speak, He was born and bred a horseman , and if you want to get something out of Bill just let him know that you are a good horseman. However, you'll have to show him that you are and that is no easy task. Bill Dale, married, with a youngster to divide his attention, served his per- iod of time as a "white collar man". as well as that of hard work on the farm as a young. man, He was a bank clerk stationed in one of those busy teeming centres of commerce down- town in Toronto. He survived for quite some time and had he remained with the firm would no doubt be man- ager of some busy branch now. He. was sick and tired of figures and per- spiring patrons worrying over debts and taxes. He wanted to get back on theBiflai r. likes to .smoke a pipe and good, strong tobacco, In fact it doesn't seem right when you meet him if he hasn't got the pipe in his mouth. Drop in at the farm on a slack day and he'll be. currying a horse -or talking. about horses with a neighbour or .a /strang-er. He is certainly the man for the job— Chairman of the Teams Committee. He is also secretary of the Huron county unit of the Canadian Feder- ation of Agriculture, It is a new en- deavour in the county and. Bill has helped nurse the infant along from the time when it was reared by the Agri- cultural Committee of the Huron county council until the present time . . . when it has become a lusty org- anization, attracting country-wide at- tention by its history-making survey of farm conditions in Hullett town- ship. Bill Dale is looking for the ardent co-operation of every man in Huron county, He knows that teams are vital to the success of the match and he wants and will see that from the team angle the International Plowing Match in Huron county will be an unqualified success. "Here's a chance for the people of Huron county to really show the country what they can do," Bill says. "Let's put this plowing match over in a really big way. We can do it we will do it with the full co-operation of everybody in the best county in Canada . . . Huron county." Changed Address The UnemployMent Insurance Com- mission's employment and claims of- fice is now located at 19 Market Place, Stratford. This office serves the area comprising the counties of Perth and Huron and the village of Tavistock. All imemployment insurance books 'will be distributed by this office and. all other matters pertaining- to employ- ment, unemployment insurance and in- surance claims will be handled by this office. The office hours are from $ a.m. to 5 p,m., Monday to Friday in- clusive, and Saturday 8 a.m, to 12 noon. • RED CROSS DRIVE IN THE SPRING Government to Pinance Other War Service Groups The government announced its de- cision to finance from public treasury the requirements of the Canadian Legion, the Knights of Columbus, the Salvation Army, Y.M.C,A., Y.W.C.A., and the Navy League of Canada. War Services Minister Thorson made time announcement which °was forecast sonic time ago. These organizations have appealed for contributions hi national drives its the past. The minister said similar action in respect to treasury assistance was not possible in respect to the Canadian Red Cross, which must e011tintie to be of a voluntary %mature. The Red 'Cross 'will make a drive for funds hs the late Spring and it was estimated 'an amount of more. than $8;000,000 will be sought. Job Insurance Fund Built Up To $28,501,360 The unemployment insurance fund had $28,501,360 to its credit at Dec- ember 31, before payment of unem- ployment insurance benefits started, said .a report tabled in the House of Commons. The first payments to per- sons insured, were made in February,. 180 days after contributions started. It was estimated the number insured is in excess of 11,000,000. Bridge Club Results At the weekly meeting of the Wing- ham Bridge Club last Thursday, six and a half tables .took part in the play. The winners were: North and South- 1st, Art Wilson and W. H. French; 2nd, Mrs. H. C, MacLean and Mrs. R, S, Hetherington; 3rd, Mrs. Art Wil- son and Miss C. Isbister; 4th, C, E. Richey and A. M. Forbes. East and West-1st, Mrs.. A. E, VanStone and Mrs. A. R. DuVal; 2nd, Mrs. G. Mc- Kay and George Williams; 3rd, Mrs. H. Campbell and Mr's, W. H. French; 4th, ,Miss M. Johnston and Bert Port- er, - • FOX FUR DONATED • TO RED CROSS Lucky Tickets Are Being Sold Attended Toronto Meeting IVIr. A, J. Walker attended a meet- ing of the executive of the Funeral Director's Association which was held in Toronto last week. Attended Convention Reeire J. J. Evans and Councillor Fred Davidson, attended the Ontario -ood Roads Association convention which was held in Toronto last week. Reeve Roland Grain, of Turnberry, also attended. Normal Students Teaching Here The following students of the Strat- ford Normal School are teaching in -the Public School here this week as a part of their training. They are Jean Harding, Minnie Coxan, Mabel Coul- -tes, Edith McClenaghan and Jeanekte ...PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCERT SOON Dates Set For March 19, 20 tit) au sc With Which Is Amalgamated The G %Tie Vidette and Wroxeter Ne•ws. aulascriptions $2.00 Per 'Yew DIRECTOR OF THE TEAMS COIVIIVIITTEE More About Some International Directors Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAIVI, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 5th, 1942 LARGE ATTENDANCE AT CIVIC SERVICE INVEST IN VICTORY BUY VICTORY BONDS Wingham Needs $55,000 To Reach Loan Quota a unit, the seller can bisect a coupon along a perforated line, When the plan was first announced it was thought a coupon would be for five gallons, but the shortage is becoming ,more acute and no one can predict how much it will represent. "Fill her up" will become an un- familiar phrase when gasoline ration- ing goes into effect in Canada on April first. For each coupon the service station attendant detaches from your book, shown here, he will deliver one unit of gasoline, If you want only half During the course of the Second Victory Loan many .stories of sacri- fice have been told about people who were :very anxious and willing to help along this great cause, Wingham also has some citizens that have done more than their share in an effort to aid this great camp- aign which'is so vital to our war ef- fort, To tell of all these would take too much space and time but here is one case that should. be an example to those, who have not as yet purchased as much of this loan as they probably should. We have heard of scrub women giving •all they had amid also subscrib- ing in such a way that they're future earnings will go to pay for the bond, Wingham has a man that has two sons in the army, His health is such that his earning capacity is practically nil. He receives a small'pension but he ,says 'I will do with even less to buy a bond." And citizens of Wingham that is just what he is doing, doing with even less that he may purchase a bond. If we all had that spirit we would soon reach our objective of $144,950.00. Wanted $55,000.00 As we write this article, with only four -days until the campaign is closed, $55,000.00 is required to reach our ob- jective. Those who have subscribed are asked by, the Victory Loan Com- mittee to make evbry effort to increase the amount and to those who have as yet not made a purchase the com- mittee requests that they do so at once as the time is nearly up and we have this great amount to raise if the ob- jective is to be reached. Factory Employees Did Splendidly In the Campaign this year special effort was made to contact the factory employees and they have responded in a great way. Lloyd's factory have at present 140% of their objective; the Western Foundry 236%, Fry and Blackball are over the top by $1400 and Gurney's which was the last fac- tory to be canvassed here is not com- plete, but the girls of that factory deserve a great hand as they subscrib- ed $1450.00. Come on Wingham — Buy Victory Bonds. 'Citizens Reconsecrate Themselves At Service Sunday Evening The closing portion of the Civic 43.econsecration Service held In St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Sun- day evening Was most impressive. Fol- lowing the singing of the National Anthem the congregation reconsecrat- ed themselves with the repeating the following; "With the message of the Beacon Fire of Freedom burning in my heart, I hereby solemnly reaffirm my belief in Ali-nightly God, and again dedlare by loyality and allegiance to His Majesty, the King, I pledge myself la do all in my power to support all undertakings to insure Victory for our arms and a just and lasting peace." The service was largely attended, services being withdrawn in St. Paul's and the United Church so that all could take part in this Civic Recon- •secration Service. Rev, Kenneth Mac- Lean conducted the service. Rev. W. Beecroft read the scripture lesson, :the 46th Psalm and he also led in a ,period of prayer, Prayer in Wartime, .Prayer for Fortitude, Prayer for Vic- tory, Prayer for the Allies. The address was given by Rev. E. 0. Gallagher, rector of St. Paul's Anglican Church. Mr. Gallagher based his remarks on the 5th, 6th, 7th, and :',8th verses of the 20th chapter of -Deuteronomy, "And the officers shall speak unto the people, saying, What :man is there that bath built a new louse, and bath not dedicated it? let him go and return to his house lest he die in the battle, arid another man ded-. icate it.. And what man is he that bath planted a vineyard, and bath not yet -eaten of it? let him also go and re- turn to his houpe, lest he die in the battle, and another man eat of it. And ;what man is there that bath betrothed a wife, and bath not taken her? let him so and return to his house, lest he die in the battle, and another man take ber. And the officers shall speak fur- ther unto the people, and they shall say, What man is there that is 'fearful and fainthearted? let him go and re- ctum unto his house, lest his brethern's :heart faint as well as his heart." Mr. -Gallagher termed the present war a ,crusade whin we can lOse but which -we will not lose if all do their part. -Our, job at present is support of the Victory Loan, =In Wingliam at that -time we had subscribed 55% of our -quota and he urged that we do our utmost to reach our objective. This -war is a fight between paganism and -our Christian way of life, and we must rally*to the call, Each can play a part so that our Christian civilization will :not receive a set back from which it :may not recover for a great number 'of years. A men's choir composed of mem- bers of the various churches led in the :service of Praise under the leadership of Mr. H. V. Pym. They sang "God igt -Bless Oar Land" and "Land of Hope ig!:' and Glory" with Mr. George North- -wood taking the solo part. FEB. DONATIONS TO THE RED CROSS Donations in Future Will Be Ack- knowledged in the Advance-Times In the future; donations to the 'Wingham Red Cross will be •acknow- ledged once a month through the columns of the local paper, instead of by letter as formerly. The following donations were received in February: Mrs. A, Peebles, 1 quilt top; Mrs. W. W. Armstrong, 1 afghan; Miss Susan .Carrick, baby sweater and pull- overs; Mrs. A, Hardie, 1 quilt top; Miss M. E. Adams, 3 quilt tops; Mrs, W. A. Miller, linings for 2 quilts; Miss R. Taylor, 1 lining; Mrs: W. J. Scott, 2 quilts; Miss Mary Scott, 1 hooked rung; Mrs, W. S. • Mitchell, 1 . quilt; Bluevale group, 6 quilts; Wingham Women's Institute, 10 quilts; Group on 9th of Turnberry, 1 quilt; Mrs. T. A. Currie, 2 quilt tops and linings; Mrs. lg. Beecroft, 20 handkerchiefs and 2 suits underwear; W. H, S. jun- ior Red Cross VA: dozen diapers. Cash Donations — Mrs. A. Hardie, $1.00 for lining; Mrs. E. Scholtz, $4.00 for blanket fund; Miss Marshall, $1.00; Miss McCallum, $1.00; Wingham High School Literary Society, $50.00; Catholic Women's League, $10.00. The Red Cross wish to thank all those who have contributed so gener- ouesly of trine and money for the con- tinuance of the work. NOTICE All licenses issued by the Town of Wingham are due March 1st, 1942, Citizens please govern themselves accordingly. GEORGE ALLEN, Chief of Police. Oddfellows Euchre Mon., March 9 The Oddfellows will hold a euchre in their rooms, Monday evening next, March 9th. 'Lunch. Admission 25c. All welcome. Fine , Mare Sold Currie and Tervit have sold their show mare Lady Lee Axworthy to L 5. Wright of Listowel„ Mr. Wright has a mate for this mare and will now have an outstanding team. Spoke At Salvation Army Captain Jean Cox, of Territorial Headquarters of the Salvation Army, Toronto, conducted special meetings in the Salvation Army Hall here on Sunday. Her fine messages were ap- preciated by a large audio:nee. Horse Headed. For The Barn Sunday evening Jim Currie's horse became impatient waiting for him in front of the home of Mrs. John Wil- son, . Edward Street. Jim had the horse tied to a telephone post but the horse just did not agree that it should wait in the cold. It backed up and forced the rope and then romped, it did not hurry, to FrYfogle's barn. It's dream of a waiting in a warm barn did not materialize as it was turned about and driven back along Minnie street. Jim by this time had missed the horse and started out to find it. He did not have to go far as he met it on its return journey at the corner of Minnie and John streets, S.A. CADETS WILL CONDUCT SERVICES Talented Group Here Over The Week-end Local Boy Graduates at Jarvis - The graduation exercises at Jarvis bombing and gunnery school on Sat- urday afternoon were of special inter- est to Wingham as 5, Leslie Adair received his wings, also the rank of sergeant, His parents, 'Mr. and Mrs. Roy Adair were present at the gradu- ation and Leslie returned home with them, to sped a fourteen day furlough, Regarding Overseas Parcels Every parcel being sent to soldiers. overseas must have a declaration at- tached, These forms may be procured from the post office. They should be filled in an attached to the parcels be- fore 'being handed hm for mailing. At- tention to this matter would greatly assist in the post office staff being better able to give faster service in handling of such parcels, Gth Line Group Do War Work The 6th line of Turnberry group of war workers held a very successful euchre at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hemming. Owing to the weather the crowd was not so large, but every person had a very enjoyable evening. They accepted an invitation to Wm. Taylor's for Friday evening. The lad- ics had their regular meeting and quilting at the home of Mrs. Win. Taylor, Wednesday afternoon, The new quota of sewing was divided, the quilts were quilted, after which Mrs. Taylor server a lovely tea. The next meeting will be at Mrs, Robt, Breen's and the ladies of the section are all asked to attend. Fractured Ankle ,Mrs. Emerson of East Wawanosh received word on Saturday that A.C, Bert Cullimore had fractured' his ankle while skiing, He is in the hos- pital at Camp Borden, • William Fowler, Teeswater 65 Years An Oddfellow Several of the members of Mait- land Lodge I.0,0.?, were present at a social evening sponsored by Tees- water 1,0,0,F., when they presented William FoWler with a jewel marking his membership of 65 years as an Oddfollow. Mr. Fowler was initiated into Maitland Lodge 65 years ago, later transferring to Teeswater where he served as treasurer for 50 years, resigning that office last year when failing eyesight made it difficult -for him to carry on, Rev, W. I. Mark, of Hanover, a representative of Grand Lodge, was present and gave the ard. -dress of the evening,, Oin Sunady next, Alwyn. Thomas, Elsie Smith, Audrey Fisher and I3es- sie Agar, cadets At the Salvation Training School, graduating in May, will be in Wingham over the week- end, On Sunday they conduct three services at 11 a,m., 2.30 and 7 p.m. They will broadcast at 4,00 o'clock Sunday afternoon, These talented young ladies will also conduct street meetings Saturday afternoon and evening.. The Winghant Red . Cross is again indebted to the Laidlaw Fur Farm for the gift of a silver fox upon which tickets will be sold, Last year Mr, and Mrs. Laidla\9 gave a fox scarf, but this year they are donating a dressed skin of silver fox, together with $5.00 cash towards the nicking of it into a cape, scarf or Tol1ar. This allows the luCky whiner to decide in which way the skin is preferred to be worn, and this skin is sufficiently large for a cape. It will be on exhibition in King Bros' window and tickets will be sold by members of the Red Cross. The annual Public School concert Will be held in the Town Hall on the .tveninga of March 1.9 and 20. The students will present a Patriotic pag- eant "Cavalcade of Canada" and an exhibition of ginthasties will be given by a group of boys. The junior pupils will give an exhibition of games. An operette "The Saucy Halland- aise" will be a feature presented by the senior -grades. This very popular entertainment will be awaited with interest by the parents and friends of the pupils, SAVE OR SLAVE IltriaTHE NSW VICTORY BONDS DOLLARS DEFY DEFEAT — • HELP FINISH THE JAM , . rt.,Mt..,•,...":111`,IT.^:t It 1., 1 at he