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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1942-12-17, Page 1New Leader—Former Leader And Runner Up At The Winnipeg Convention Left—Premier John Bracken of Manitoba who was chosen .leader at' the Conservative Winnipeg Conven- tion last week. Centre—Rt. Hon. Arthur Meighen, former Prime Min- ister and Leader of the Senate, who announced his -retirement as party leader: Right—Major Murdock A. MacPherson, a native of Cape Breton, now a Regina Lawyer who was run- ner up in the voting for the leadership. He is 51 years old and was runner up to Hon. Dr. R, J. Manion at the con- vention held in 1938. Ex. Mayor Jack. Hanna attended the convention MANITOBA PREMIER ,NEW LEADER OF CONSERVATIVES Premier John Bracken Elected To Leadership On Second Ballot At Winnipeg Convention Party Name Is Now "Progressive- Conservative". Premier John Bracken of Manitoba on Friday was elected to the leader- ship of the Conservative party and promised the national convention which elected him that the would seek a "team-play" with the people of Can- ada for the national good. A few minutes later, in its closing' act, the convention changed the party name to "Progressive-Conservative"-- condition sought by Mr, Bracken be-, fore he entered the leadership race. The first men to ass9e Mr, Brack- en of their support in his new post were khe four other candidates who had sought the leadership — Major M. A. MacPherson, of Regina, who ran. second; Johh G. Diefenbaker, of Prince Albert, Sask„ who ran third, and Howard Green and Hon. H. H. Stevens, of Vancouver, who were 4th and 5th respectively. On the first ballot, it was announc- ed officially, the voting was: Bracken 420, MacPherson 222, Diefenbaker 120, Green 88, and Stevens 20. The second ballot figures were not made public, hut it was 'carped un- officially that the voting was: Brack- en 538, MacPherson 225, Diefenbaker 79. Mr. Green and Mr. Stevens with- drew from the contest after the first count—and Mr. Stevens said he was retiring- from public life. The man who led Manitoba Govern- ments for 20 years, and heretofore had borne the party label "Liberal-Pro- gressive," thus almost obtained elec- tion on the first ballot. The number of votes marked was 870, and with 420 in his favor, Mr. Bracken was within 16 votes of the majority he re- quired. Mr. Bracken succeeds Rt. Hon. Arthur Meighen, veteran Conservative leader and former prime minister, who took over the office in November, 1941, Mr. Meighen announced his in- tention to retire when the convention opeed. Mr. Bracken at once gave his bless- ing to the progressive resolutions he said had been approved /by the con- vention, He deprecated the departure front parliamentary procedure which he said had taken place at Ottawa under the Liberal Administration during the past three years. He declared his pride in the British connection and' as- sociation with others of the. United Nations: Its working ottt the program of rite party, he wanted' "team-play" from. the delegates, from the "grand fellows" who had contested the leadership dee- lOtt. Holmes School Christmas Concert S, S. No. 0, Tnrnberry, 'will hold their Christmas tatertainment on Tuesday, December 22nd'. Admission 15c. Children free. NOTICE. TO RED CROSS WORKERS. The tad Cross Booing in. Wittgthatt Will close after work on Tuesday, December 22 and will reopen oft Tuesday, January 5„AnYone wishing work for the holidays will please se, cure it before the closing date Single. Copies FiVe Cents With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17th, 1942 Subscriptions $2,00 Per Yea; Joins Ordnance Corps C. James Heug.han, son of Mr. and W. A. Heughan of town, has enlisted at Toronto in R.C.O.C. Currie's School Xmas Tree On Tuesday, December 22nd, No. 9, East Wawanosh, will hold their annual Christmas Tree. Admission, Adults 20c. Public School children free. Received Call to Beauharnios .Rev. J. W. Leggett of Norval, formerly of Gorrie and M9lesworth, Inas received a call to the Presbyterian Church at Beauharnois. Institute Meets Friday This Week The regular meeting of the Wo- men's Institute will be held in the Council Chambers on Friday afternoon this week,' December 18th, at 2.30 o'clock, The music will be Christmas Carols and the roll call will be ans- wered by a cent for every letter of your name. The guest speaker will be the Salvation Army Officer, who Will speak on the Christmas Spirit. A demonstration on table centres 'will be given. The hostesses are Mrs. Htitehesoe, Mrs. Bower,Mrs. Cotttts, Mrs, Cosens, Mrs. Moffatt, CHILDREN'S FREE MATINEE SATURDAY Through the generosity of the management of the Lyceum Theatre the children of this community will be treated to a free matinee on Saturday next, December 10th. The show.starts at 2,20 pat. and is for children only. The theatre has always been taxed to capacity for this annual event and 'no doubt will be packed again this year. Do ,yottr part boys and girls— line up arid take your places as order- ly as possible, The regular Lions luncheon was held at the Queens Coffee Shop on Friday evening last with a good at- tendance. It was "Mnsie" night under' the direction of Lion Harold Victor Pym. An octette composed of Lions Dr. Ross, Jack McKibbon, Harry ,Gibson, Gord Buchanan, Stan Sibthorpe, Dr. Bill Connell and How- ard Sherbondy rendered several fine selections. Lion Harry Gibson gave .a tap dance number to the accompani- ment of "Jingle Bells" sung by the Club and this madea hit. A quartette composed of Lions Northwood, Gib- son, Buchanan and McKibbon, render- ed the selections "I've Bee Working on the Railroad" and "Joy to the World." Lion Stan Sibthorpe favor- ed with a solo "In and Old Fashioned Town" and/was promptly encored and responded with "Friend of Mine," Lion Harold Pym gave a fine address 'on "Music." He pointed out that mus- ic was of an international character and that it was appreciated bY all -peoples regardless of race. • It was a great instrument for building up the morale of a people and it was notice- able that in wartime, music of a mar- tial nature was commonly used and `very much in evidence. His remarks were very much appreciated and the Oetette closed the program leading in sing "Silent Night, Holy Night." Lion Hal MacLean reported for the Child Welfare Committee that any amounts collected from lists posted in the banks would be devoted to cloth- ing needy children during the course of the winter. Lion Dr. Geo. Ross 'as chairman of the War Services Committee agreed to have his Com- mittee assist in the preparation of the Council Chambers for the Blood Don- ors Clinic next Wednesday. ,Recom-: mendations of the Board of Directors were approved by the Club, Tailtwister Gord Buchanan spoke of the many complaints regarding the type of cigars used by Lion Tamer George Northwood and worthwith pre- sented him with a "Winston Churchill" cigar. Lion NorthWood then donned a suitable hat and gave a fine imper- sonation of Winston Church with his cigar. A copy of the Wingham Ad- s vanee-Times was produced and—after careful scrutiny by the Tailtwister every Lion whose name was in the paper was fined for advertising. Rev. W. A, Becroft was a guest. The meet- ing 'closed with the usual closing and the Lions` Roar. NOTICE Complaints have been received in regard to news boys throwing wrap- ping paper about. This practice must be discontinued. Geo. Allen, Chief of Polipe. Takes First Plane Ride At 78 On Friday this week when the Trans-Canada Airliner leaves Toronto, it will have .as a passenger, a '78-year- old lady who is taking her first plane ride. She is Mrs. Roberts, mother of Mr. C. A, Roberts of town. REEVE REDMOND HAD FINE DINNER PARTY Entertained' East Wawanosh Council And Officials On Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. Armstrong in Belgrave, Reeve Raymond Redmond of East Wawan- osh, entertained the council and town- ship officials. After partaking of a sumptuous meal, Rev. Mr. Dunlop proposed a toast to the King. The Reeve in his remarks thanked all ` for their splendid co-operation throughout the year and said it gave him great pleasure to be host of the evening. He said he hoped the annual picnics would be continued as it gave the folk of the township an opportun- ity to get together in a day of fellow- ship. All present expressed the hope that Reeve Redmond would be successful in the race for the Nardenship in Jan- uary. Alex Porterfield, who is just com- pleting 36 years as Clerk of the town- ship, said that when he took ofifce the total taxes amounted to $9,000.00 while to-day they were close to $27,- 000. He spoke of the great work of edtitation and said he was sure •that in the future the idea of school areas would come into being in the toWn- ship. He Said that he was of the opin- ion that the taxes would be higher in the township, Councillor Sorman McDowell com- pared our living in a land of security and plenty to that of conquered coun- tries especially the Greeks where the prices of foodstuffs was beyond the reach of the people. Couricillor Beecroft said that eattn-, eit$ of East Wawanosh have been fort- unate in having a clerk whose expet- iettee and knowledge itt municipal work was a very great asset. Marvin McDowell said that in 1980 when he was appointed assessor the assessment was about $200,000 more than at present and the population about 110 more. Other speakers included Rev. Dun- lop; Road Supt, Stuart ttellurney; Prank Thompson, auditor; W. P. 'Campbell and W. W. Armstrong. A hearty vote of thanks was extend- ad the Reeve for his hospitality, MILK PRICE IS CUT TO-DAY, WEDNESDAY Bonus System Knocks Twb Cents A Quart Off Price --- A Prices Board order reducing the price of milk to consumers by two cents a quart goes into effect to-day, Wednesday, December 16, the Prices Board announced, Under the reduction plan milk dis- tributors will refund two cents on every quart ticket which housewives have left on December 16. The re- duction is in accordance with the an- nouncement by Finance Minister Ils- ley, who at the same time announced reductions in the price, of tea, coffee and oranges which became effective last week. ' Donald Gordon, prices board chair- man, said .a few days ago that the subsidy to be paid by the Government on milk to enable a two cent reduction to be put into effect for consumers will be paid only on fluid milk sold for human consumption and will not be paid in areas where prices are al- ready well below the general level. CHRISTMAS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER How time flies. There are just 7 more shopping days before Christinas Day. Be a wise shopper and visit the Wingham Stores where you will find a large variety o'f quality merchandise and at prices that will make your pocket book smile. Taking Officers Course .Cadet A. M. Kelly of Kincardine, a sergeant of the 2-98th Battery (Res.) of that town has left for Gordon Head, B. C., to enter an officers training course. . Arno is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kelly of town and prior to; going to Kincardine was a member of the 99th Battery here, Pilot Officer Henderson Visiting' Home P. 0. Lloyd Henderson is visiting with his father, Mr. William James Henderson, Wingham Junction. Lloyd has so far in his service career dis-' tinguished himself as he graduated recently from the Radio School at Clinton with the rank of Pilot Officer. On behalf of the folk of this com- munity we extend to him sincere con- gratulations and wish him the best of luck, THREE TEAMS ENTER HOCKEY LEAGUE As a result of the hockey meeting on Thursday evening last week, a three team Town. Hockey league will be, operated this winter. The -sched- ule has not been drawn up as yet. Play will not commence until after Christ- mas, , The three teams will be Ken. Pen- nington's Canadians; Gordon Deyell's Leafs and Ed, William's Rangers. The, players drawn for the teams are as follows: Canadiatts—D. Adams, 3, Day, J, Lockridge, C. Casemate, Hilbert, W. Baker, G. Lloyd; R. Chit- tick J. Ernest, P. Ohms, J. Pym, j. Coulter. Leafs -- E. Carter, A. Sell, Templernau, 13ok„ D. Temple, man, C. Burke; G. Irving, D, Hoff, man, P. Stainton, R. Rae, D. Pry, D. Ewing. Ranger's — A. Mitchell, D. McLeod, C. Yoentatt, ist. Cart, W. Gardner, X. Allen, R, Bell, X. Baker, T. Gardner, M, Davis, O. Welsh, C. Contra. WINGHAM VOICES HEARD ON BBC Men On Service In England Received Messages NO,RMAN WELWOOD IS • PRISONER OF -WAR Wingham Flier Is A Prisoner In Germany Orr Thursday, Ivf r. and Mrs. Ezra Welwood of Whitechurch, received a cable from the. International Red Cross that their son, Sgt. Norman Welwood is a prisoner of war in Ger- many. On November 12th, Mx. Wel- wood received word that his son was missing after air operations and it was with great relief to them when fur- ther word informed them that he was safe but a prisoner. Norman prior to his enlistment was employed here by the Huron Motors. He enlisted on March 15th, 1941 and after his basic training he graduated from the wireless school at Guelph and received his, wings as a Wireless Air Gunner in December last year fol- lowing a course in air gunnnery and bombing at Jarvis. After being sta- tioned at Fingal and Ottawa he went overseas in January this year on the same boat as George King, Ken Som- ers and, George Allen. It was a happy time for Mr. and Mrs. Welwood, Jean and George when this great news was received. BINGO! BINGO! Win yourself a chicken at the Fowl Bingo which is being held Tuesday evening, December 22nd, in the Armouries under the auspices of the Wingham Legion. Play starts at 8.15 sharp and the first 50 will receive an extra ticket. Enlisted In Engineers. Harry Templeman enlisted with the Royal Canadian Engineers last week. He spent the week-end at his home here. .Skating Started Monday On Monday night a large number enjoyed skating at the Arena. This is about the earliest that skating has been held in some years. Skating will be held on Monday, Wednesday and Saturdays this year. Wednesday will be band night. With the large quant- ity of snow at present, enough to block most of the side roads, winter surety got an early start this year. Almost everday for two weeks snow has fal- len and the highway plows have been kept busy. HIGH SCHOOL FALL TERM. RESULTS The Following Are The Marks For Lower School Only Grades 9 and 10 --- Grade IX Bradburn, Ruth 84.1; Ross, Barbara 83.1; Stokes, Mildred 82.4; Connell, Mary Lu 81,4; Brydges, Norma. 80,5; Walker, Dawna 79; Dunbar, Lorna 77.6; Gannett, Wilfred 74.3; Irwin, Gwen 73,8; Higgins, Ruth 73.2; Cook, Edith 73; Scott, Jack 71.3; Town, Jean 71.1; Pocock, Harold 70.8; Penning- ton, Russel 69.7; Lockridge, Toni 69.1; Porter, Donald 67.7; Ernest, Jack 67.6; Holmes, Lois 67.5; Lewis Betty 67,5; Zinn, Betty 67,3; Higgins, Chester 66.5; Nethery, Ferne 66.5; Edgar, Joan 66.4; Lockridge, Helen 66.2; Schatte, Donald 66,0; Cameron, Hazel 65.9; Burgess, Walter 65,5: Agar, Shirley 64.0; Brown, Arthur 62,7; McDonald, Beatrice 62.7; Ever- ick, June 62.5; Bailey, Edward 62.3; Dickinson, Norman 61.7; Cook, Gra- ham 60.9; Mowbray, Angus 60,8; Met- calfe, Jack 60,6; Brown, Isabel 60.5; Colbotne, Jim 60.0; Gannett, Ruth 59.5; Walker, Edna 58.2; Forsythe, Mary 58,1; liunkin, Audrey 52.7; Mc- Gee, Dorothy 51.2; Tucker, Fred 46.0; Brophy; Jerry 44.5; Clark, Allan 43.1; Lockridge, Bud 33.9. Grade X Hamilton, Dorothy 83.8; Brown, Milton 81.8; Elston, Edwin 80.8; Cur- rie, Jack 78.5; Shiell, Annie 77.5; Proc- ter, Ross 74,9; Higgins, Carrie 74,8; Kerr, Marjorie 74,1; French, Marjorie 74; Darling, Joyce 73.9; Walker, jack- son 73,8; Edgar, Maitland 73.1; Lloyd, Donald 72,5; Dunkin, Mable 72.5; Lockridge, Marie 71,4; Robinson, Irate 70.9; Angus, Margaret 66.2; Curie, Irene 66,1; Walker, Dorothy 65.3; Bailey, Grace 64.6; Field, Wil- liam 64.5; McLennan, Jean 64.3; Got, ley, Grace 64.0; McKinney, Eileen 62,4; Stewart, Jean 62.0; Smith, Ross 51,6; Xerr, Robert 61,6; Montgomery, William 61.3; PhIppen, George 60,4; Van Cattn;, Claire 57.0; Thompson, \ferna 56.8; Yeomen, Ceell 56.8; Wheeler, Mary 55.8; Powell, Mary 55.0; Dunbar, Xeith 58.4; Smith, id- Itla SU; Van Camp, Glen 40.8; Smith, Alma 48,8; Golleyi Glenn 40;6. S. A. Christmas Enterainment Will be held Tuesday, December 22nd at 7.30 p.m., in the Citadel. Silver collection. MUSIC NIGHT WAS HELD BY LIONS CLUB program Was Carried Out Along This Theme Under Direction Of , Harold Victor Pym ST,. ANDREW'S W.M.S, ELECTED OFFICERS Reports For The Year Were Most Encouraging, Allocation Was Met The December meeting of the W. of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church met December 9th at The president, Mrs. D, Rae in the Chair. After the beautiful words of - the invocation were read a Christmas Hymn was sung, In the abSenee of• Mrs, Pollock, Mrs. Civet was asked to act as secretary. The members agreed that the collection would go 'towards a Life Membership, This being the annual meeting the secretaries of all departments gave their reports. . It was encouraging to note the progress in each department. The treasurer reported that the allo- cation for the year had been met. As the names of faithful members who had passed on during the year were read each member felt the So, ciety had suffered a real loss. The Glad Tidings prayer was read by Mrs. Taylor, After another. Christmas. hymn was sung the offering was taken and dedicated in prayer by Miss B.. G rah am. Mrs. W. J. Henderson chose the; Christmas Story taken from Luke, the second chapter, as the basis of a most comforting and impressive address,, proving that in spite of the chaos that exists in the world to-day, Jesus is still the Way, that, because of the Babe of Bethlehem our hearts must rejoice - this 'Christmastide. Mrs. Henderson's address was fol- lowed by three short prayers for guidance in which Mrs. Harrison, Mrs, J. W. McKibbon and Mrs. R. Lloyd participated. Mrs. McLean was asked to take the chair for the election of officers for the ensuing year. The report, of the nominating- committee was presented by' Mrs. W. J. Henderson, there being no nominations from the floor the slate was accepted, - Mrs. K, McLean also conducted the installation cerenmny, choosing John 15-1-17 for the Scripthre and as the words of the service were spoken and earnest prayer offered, each newly elected officer felt their responsibility of the office accepted. The president, Mrs. D. Rae, was then 'invited to the chair. Another Christmas hymn was sung and the meeting closed with the Lord's Pray- er. The followinf is a list of the officers for 1943: Hon. Pres., Mrs. K. McLean, Mrs. A. E. Lloyd; press Mrs. D. Rae; 1st vice-pres., Mrs. W. A. Russell; 2nd vice-pres., Mrs. James Taylor; 3rd. vice-pres., Mrs. J. Raby; sec'y., Mrs. 5. Pollock; Treas., Mrs. Geo. Olver; press sec'y., Mrs, H. F. McGee; Glad Tidings sec'y., Miss B. Graham; lit. and lib. sec'y., Miss M. Graham; sup- ply sec'y., Mrs. J. Porter; social con- vener, Mrs. H. C. MacLean; organist, Mrs. K. McLean; home helpers sec'y., Mrs. E. Harrison; assistant, Miss C. cRurney; welcome and welfare corn., Mrs. J. Nicholson, Mrs. J. Currie, Mrs. W, Hammond, Mrs. J. Mitchell; nom- mating coat„ Mrs. W. J, Henderson, Mrs. Williamson; auditors, Miss V. c Laughlin, Miss A. M cBurney; happy gleaner's mission band., Miss F. Wilson, Mrs, K. McLean and Mrs. T. C. King. Join The Christmas Services Do not neglect to hear the Angelic Message of "Peace on Earth," Your church will proclaim the evangel of peace on Chirstmas Day. Our world needs this dynamic ideal—the corner- stone of human well-being. Go to church and join in the Christmas mes- sage and mean it. Por .Christmas is the Festival of Peace, WAS ONE OF AIRCREW THAT BOMBED TURIN - One of the crew of a Lancaster bomber that :smashed up Turin in Italy was Flying Officer George Wheeler of town, son of Mr. Thomas Wheeler. George before 'entering the airforce was on the staff of Crawford's gar- age. Most of George's training was taken in Quebec province but lie grad- mated from Vingal as a Sgt. Naviga- tor-Observer and was immediately commissioner!. He took more advanc. ed training at Penfield Ridge ;before' proceeding overseas in 'quell, Since July he has been 'doing -operational flying. A story in connection with the above devastating raid lisrs, the crew of which George was one, George was again promoted ott October 1st receiving the rank of Plying Officer, WINGHAM LEGION ELECTS OFFICERS ----- W. G. Hamilton Was, Elected President The annual meeting of the Wing- ham Legion was held last week and the following officers were elected: Past Pres,—C. R. Coultes. . Pres.—W. G. Hamilton, 1st Vice-Pres.—E, Lewis. 2nd Vice-Pres.—E. P. Lobsinger. 3rd. Vice-Pres,--E. R. Thompson, .Sec'y:—A, L. Hingston. Treas.—Bert Isard. 'Sgt'. at Arms—R. H. Burbridge. Chaplain—Rev. W, A, Beecroft. Adjustment Officer—Duncan Ken- nedy. Standard Bearers—P. Harris, T. Henderson. Escort to Colors—A. Manning, W. Mason. Auditors—A. Peebles, G. North- wood. Social Committee—R. H. Burbridge, chairman; A. Peebles, T. Henderson, P. Harris,' W. Kennedy. Poppy Day Committee — W. Hamilton, .ohairman; R. H. Burbridge, T. Henderson, E. Lewis, A. L. Hing- ston, E. P. Lobsinger, C. R. Coultes. Visiting Committee—Ward 1, R. H. Lloyd; Ward 2, A. Peebles; Ward 3, G. E. Northwood; Ward 4, W. Van- Wyck; Ward 5, P. Harris; Teeswater, H. A. McBurney; Belgrave, A. Man- ning. Entertainment Committee—W. W. Armstrong, chairman; G. Northwood, W. VanWyck, E. Lewis, Dr. Geo. Ross, Rev. W, A, Beecroft, Membership Committee — R. H. Burbridge, D, Kennedy, H. A. Mc- Burney. About the end of September a num- ber of parents of soldiers and airmen overseas of this community, went to London, Ont., and the Free Press Radio station made a recording of their messageg: This was sent to Ot- tawa and there a transcription was made which was sent overseas. The list of thbse that broadcasted were published at thaf time, On Friday Mr. Roy Adair received a cable from his. son Leslie stating that he had heard his fathers message and was greatly thrilled thereby. The boys overseas were notified that there would be a message for them on the BBC at a certain time in order that they could listen. Others who took part will no• doubt be receiving word soon that their messages were enjoyed. This broadcast was arranged through the Canadian Legion War Services and in the case of those who broadcast from this district the co- operation of the Wingham Legion. HERE IS NEWS FOR EVENING SHOPPERS Wingham. Stores All Open From Sat- urday Night This Week Until Xmas To assist those who find it difficult to do their Christmas shopping in the day time, the stores of Wingham will be open evenings from Saturday night this week until Christmas eve, both nights inclusive. Taking' Course At Mountain View Sgt. Harry Posliff, who spent a few days at home here- last week is attending an instructors course at Mountain View. Harry re- ceived his promotion to the rank of Sgt. on Monday. Congratulations. Engagement Announcement Mr. and Mrs, Wallace A. Miller. St. Helens, wish to announce the engage- ment of their only daughter, Laurine Elizabeth, Reg, N., to Pilot Officer Thomas Ferguson Wilson, of the R.C.A.E. Observer's School, Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, younger son of Mrs, Wilson. of Whitechurch and the late Mr. James Wilson. The marriage will take place the latter part of the month. RESERVE OFFICERS TRY EXAMINATIONS On the week-end a number of the officers of the 21st (Res.) Field Bri- gade, R,C.A., wrote 'qualifying exam- inations in the armouries here. Capt. Geo. Ross, 'brigade quarter- master tried quartermaster papers and tient, W. S. Hall, brigade adjutant, Common to all Arms and Artillery papers. Officers of the 2nd 99th Battery who wrote both the Common to All Arms and Artillery papers were, Talents. Jack McNab, C. *Alpine, W. B. McCool and J. }Toward Wylie. ',lents. Walter Sweet and George Lawrason of the 2nd 100th of Listowel tried both the above papers and Lieut. A. Larder the artillery paper. From the 2nd 07th at Walkerton Lieut, John Hammer wrote both papers and Lieuts. C. Washington, Gordon Tamer, W, Black and Pim Mittel: wrote on ar-