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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-01-14, Page 5MRS. LUXES Pickled Beets 27-oz. jar 23c MOUNTAIN VIEW 28-oz. tins Tomatoes 2 for 23c AYLMER NO. 4 CHOICE Peas 16-oz. tin 10c DOMINO Tea 8-oz. pkg. 35c RIcHmELLo Coffee 1 lb. bag 35c NEW Cheese lb. 29c RITZ Salad Dressing, 32-oz jar 39c SOLEX Lamps, 25-40-60 watt . . 15c LONG GRAIN Rice . 2 lbs. 25c LILY WHITE Pastry Flour, 24-1b. bag 69c CLARK'S TOMATO Juice, 20-oz., 3 for 25c CLARK'S . Tomato Juke, gal. 39c PICNIC Pickles, 27-oz. jar 25c Sweet Mixed, Relish, Must- ard or Sour Mixed ROSE BRAND 25-oz.jar Dill Pickles 23c BULK ROLLED OATS 5 lbs. 23c POT BARLEY 3 lbs. 14c BULK RED CROSS SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING (Continued from page one) Hon. Presidents — May,pr J. H. Crawford and Mrs. Mary Griffin. President—Mrs, J. W. McKibbon. 1st Vice-Pres.—Mrs. J. H. Crawford 2nd Vice-Pres.—Mrs. K. MacLean. Treasurer—Miss N. Dinsley. Secretary—Miss K. Pringle. Clink See'y.—Mrs. W. J. Greer. Assistant sec'y.—Mrs. W. A. Gal- braith. Work Committee—Mrs. S. S. Camp- bell and Miss E. Sturdy. Inspection Committee — Mrs. G, E. Northwood and Mrs. W. G. Hamilton. Buying Committee — "Mrs,* R. H. Lloyd and Mrs. A. Peebles. Wool Comm.—Mrs. W. H. French. Desk Comm.—Mrs. W. J. Adams. Ways and Means Corn.—H. Camp- bell, W. W. Armstrong, Rev. W. A. Beecroft, .C.. G. Garnmage. Executive Cont.—Mrs. W. 'J. Adams, Mrs. A. D. MacWilliam, Mrs. T. C. King, Mrs. H. C. MacLean, Mrs. John LaCkfidgke, Mrs. G. Gannett, MIrs. . Wan. Connell, Mrs. Henry Ross, Mrs. E. 0. 'Gallagher, Mrs. W.. A, Bee- er'oft, Capt. W. Adams. Skipping Comm.—Mrs. W. Connell, Mrs. A. Peebles, Mr. R. A. Coutts, Press See y.—Mrs. W. J. Greer. ti Financial Statement The following report for 1942 vas given by the treasurer, Miss N. Dins- ley: Receipts Bal, in Bank Jan. 1st, 42 $ 289.59 Donations gifts (various sources) 930.06 Campaign Receipt0 (includ- ing Bluevale and White- church) 5705.95 Fund raising events including sale of fox fur. Salvage collection per local firemen 'Sale of Aluminum Blanket' Feud Memberships Russian Appeal Dotiation for comforts for sailors Donations to work room 17.00 Total . .... , .... . . ....... „,...„, ...... $7840.50 Disbursements Sent to Headquarters - 70% of Campaign, Fend Rtt.ssiari Appeal 17.00 Blanket Fund 30,00 Comfort bags for Sailors .... 174.40 Wool arid material purchased from headquarters 1202.81 Wool and materials purchased in Wingliam ..„ .......... . . ...... .... 1024,41 Epidemic sliPplies ........ 45,50 Work Room Expenses 24,77 Campaign Expenses (postage) 25,00 Total Expenditure ..., $6526',15' Bal, in bank Dec. 31sti 42 $1314,35 Total ........... .... ...„,$7840.50 Cash Dal, Yale 1st, 1043..,„„ $1814,85 Outstanding aCtOtintss....., 800,2/ Working Capital .--$1014,08 188,50 500,00 29.00 30.00 10,00 17,00 174.00 TWO TEAMS TIED IN TOWN LEAGUE Games Thursday and Tuesday Evenings During the past week two games were played in the Town Hockey League. On Thursday eveni,ng the. Canadians and Rangers played to 4-4 tie and on Tuesday evening the Can- adians took the Leafs into camp 8-3. This is two games in a row for Gord Deyell's gang to loose but they say they will be in there yet, On Thursday night Rangers and Canadians play and this game wilt break the tie for 1st place standing:, On Tuesday next Canadians and. Leafs tangle. Ken Pennington has managed the Canadians but as he leaves to join the. army next week Alf Lockridge, takes_ over this position. Town League Standing- • W. L. T. Pts Rangers ...... 1 0 1 2 Canadians 1 0 1 2 leafs 0 2 0 0 Wife Preservers To get the oily smell out of a leather/ chair, wash with saddle soap, first testy ing time leather for color fastness. tii54ay jaauary 194F" — Clark's Chili Sauce 10 oz. Bottle 2 for 29c •Clark's Tomato Sou • p 10 oz. 3 for 20c BULK Washed Carrots 3 lbs. 17c 144 Donated Blood. • Miss K. Pringle said. that during the year the executive had held 16 meet- ings with an average attendance of 14. At the October meeting a nominating committee, had been named. Miss Pringle also reported that two Blood Donor Clinics had been held one on November 24th and another on: December 16th and on these oc- casions one hundred and forty-four had donated blood. Mr. W. G. Ham- ilton of the Lions Club solicited and compiled a list of 130 volunteer blood donors and other names have been added since to that list. She expres- sed appreciation nor only to the don- ors but also to the Doctors and nurs- es who had assisted, to Mrs. I. Morrey, superintendent of the hospital, who provided many necessary supplies and the members of the Lions Club who helped in many ways and have met the expenses in connection with these clinics. Mrs. S. S. Campbell gave a report of the Sewing Committee. Mrs. W. H. French reported for the wool com- mittee that 933 pounds of wool had been purchased during the year at a cost of $1130.09. "At present she said there are 210 pounds of wool on hand not including what is at present in the hands of the workers. The Buying Committee purchased notions and materials to the value of $959.84 Mrs. R. H. Lloyd reported. The branch also purchased 10 units of hospital equipment to be used in case of emergency or epidemics. The cost of the units amounted to $45.50. A shipment had been made each month Mrs. W. Connel stated. 76 containers in all Were shipped. Mr. R. A. Coutts has 'Packed and shipped every shipment, she said. Mrs. W. J. Adams reported that during the year 76 sweaters and 152 pairs of socks had been given to men who had enlisted from town. Three girls who joined the services, Nurse Nora Bell, Ann Pletch, R.C.A.F.,- and Muriel Redmond, Wren, had been giv- en. a writing portfolio each. Since the beginning of the war 189 men had each been donated sweaters and each had received two pairs of socks. Home Nursing Course Mrs. R, H. Lloyd, organizer of the Rome Nursing Courses, reported that the course consisted of two classes. The first the Home Nursing class when 13 lectures and demonstrations periods were given, Local Uurses gave most of the lectures and Dr. G. ROSs gave a lecture On the care and treatment of teeth, Dr. Ross Howson lectured oil communicable diseases and emergencies, The War Emergencies , classes were cond ucted by Mrs. I, Morrey, assisted by local nurses. These classes Were well attended the enrollment being 86, Units- Did Well Indeed Mrs, Meltibbote gave- a report of the work dome by the two units, lilac, vale and Whitechurelt, which are a part of the Wingham Red Cross. She praised them for the amount of work accomplished also fort he quality of their (aorta, Whiteclutreh Unit made and don- ated 99 large quilts, 0. crib. quilts and. 1 1 afghan. groin work MOM, stook they made 9 prs. seamen's stoekings; 14 turtle neck sweaters; 3 pairs sea- men's scarfs; 0 sleeveless sweaters; 11 pairs gloves; 2 heimets1 5 aero caps; 0 eliildren's sweaters; . prs-children's socks; 6 children's dresses; 5 pr. girls' pyjamas; 7 jr. small pyjamas; 11. boys PY,latnaS, • Blnevale Unit made and donated from funds raised .outside of their campaign. fend 100. suits of pyjamas; 60 women's dresses; 104 pr, service socks As well as quilts made from patches. Wingham. society supplied yarn for sweaters, seamen's socks, scarfs, helmets, Mitts, gloves and caps which completed nearly 150 articles as well as pyjamas,. dresses, baby blankets, girls' coats from the work- rooms, Wingham Women's Institute furn- ished linings and quilted 76 quilts dur- ing the year. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Pte. Wm. Johnston of London, spent a few days at his home .here. P.O. Harry Posliff of Jarvis, spent the week-end at his home here. L/C Jack Cruickshank of London, spent seven days at his home here. Pte. Elymer Deyell of Listowel, spent the week-end at his home here. LA.q. Frank Warrel of Alymer, spent the week-end with Mrs. H. F. BuchanMi, L/C Jack Currie of Windsor, spent a leave with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Currie. Pte. Douglas Aitcheson of Listowel, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Aitcheson. Miss Muriel- McDonald7ofjoronto, a former member of Wingham High School staff, spent the week-end with Miss Mary King. Pte. Jack and Mrs. Farrow of Sus- sex, N.B., are visiting with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Finlay, of town, and other relatives. Mr. W. G, Gray attended the fun- eral of the late George Boulden. He also spent a few days with, Levi Lott who has not been well for some time, but is improving. • OBITUARY William H. Conn Following an illness of the past few , months William H. Conn, Lot 33, Concession 4, Kinloss passed away at his home on Monday evening, in his 79th year. A son of the late mr., and Mrs. Rebert Conn, he was born at Beaton, but has lived almost sixty years in. Kinloss. Forty-six years ago lie married Elizabeth Johnston. He leaves to mourn his passing, besides his wife, two sons and three daughters, 'Johnston and Wallace of Kinloss; Mrs. Hardie (Lula) Simpson 'of Teeswater; Mrs. Stewart (Maude) Scott Of Peter- borough and Mrs. Harold (Laura) Johnston of Lucknow. Two children died in infancy and Robert, a son,- was killed in an accident 16 years ago. The funeral will be held from his late residence at 2 p.m. on Thursday afternoon,' Rev. A. H. Wilson of Whitechurch Presbyterian Church will have charge of the service. Burial will take place in Wingham Cemetery. Mrs. John Egleston Word was received in Whitechurch on Tuesday of the passing of Mrs. John Egleston at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bert Reed of Listowel. Her husband predeceased her about 20 years ago. She was well and favor- ably known in this district as*shc pre- viously lived on the `Diviston line, in West Wawanosh. She is survived by three sons and two daughters, George of Vancouver; Will of Detroit; John of Calgary; Louise, Mrs, DeMont of Chicago; Jean, Mrs. Bert Reed of Listowel. Two daughters predeceased her, Mrs. Wm. Wraith of Langside and Mrs. Henry Patterson of West Wawanosh. The funeral service will be held at R., A. Currie's Funeral Parlours, Wingham, rut 2 p,m., on Thursday, January 14th, Burial will take place in Wingliam Cemetery. Dr. Edgar S. Coultes A native of Bluevale, Dr, Edgar S. Coultes of Philadelphia, U.S.A., passed on Satuday, January. 9th, in his 69th year, following a major operation. He was born at Blaevale and attended school there. He , graduated from Model School at Goderich and the College of Education, Toronto. He taught school 'at Zetland and at Ripley. He then went to Philadelphia and graduated from the College of Dental Surgeons there, Since that time he had conducted a practice in that city. He IS survived by his Wife, the form- er Miss 5. uectittninon of Ripley, his mother, Mrs, Thos, Coultes of Blue- ale at Present With her 'daughter in Toronto, two sisters, Mrs, jack Mc- Intosh of ,TVIolesworth, Miss Mabel CottlteS of Toronto also two brothers, Charles H. of Listowel and Dr. John P. of Philadelphia. :His mother was the former Hannah Diamond and Mt. Henry Diamond of town IS an William AMPS Vadat The death Occurred on Monday of William James Parish following AA ness which extended over a number of years. He. suffered greatly for many months but had remarkable patience and endurance. .4 Great War veteran, he was in his 48th year, He . is a native of Wingham being born on the Diagonal Road. After living iceOltrn ajnd MCneriel he enlisted. For the past two years the faintly have lived in Wingilam but spent Six years in Morris prior to that time, He lea`- es to mourn his passing his wife, the former Margaret Nichol to whom he was married in Brussels in 1925, also two children Alice May 10 years and Roy Emmerson 7 .years. A brother and two sisters also survive, Elphriarn, Wingham; Mrs, ',fames Nichol of Ex.- eter and Mrs, Lewis Clarke of Hen- sail, The . funeral is being held from his late residence, Alfred Street, at 2 this afternoon, Wednesday. The serv., ice will be conducted by Lieut. W. Bennett of the Salvation Army, Bur- ial will be in Wingham Cemetery. The pallbearers were Veterans of the Great War, Mrs. J, 'F. Davidson This community was sorry to learn on Saturday of the sudden passing of Mrs. 5. Fred Davidson at the family residence, Lot 34, Concession 14, East Wawanosh. About a month ago Mrs. Davidson underwent an operation in Wingharn General • Hospital from which she had not recovered but her passing was quite unexpected. Form- erly Barbara Bell sjie was twice mar- ried, her first husband was the late James Weir of Howlett and to them were born three children, Mrs. Edgar Gaunt of iMarnoch; Miss Mary, Reg. N., ,of Long Island, N.Y., and L.A.C. James Weir, in training at Lachinle, Que. Nineteen years ago she was married to her now bereaved husband. The funeral was held from Chalmers Presbyterian Church, Whitechurch on Tuesday afternoon. The service was conducted by the minister, Rev. A. H. Wilson, Burial took place in Wing- ham Cemetery. The pallbearers were James Wilson, Frank Coulter, Win. J. Coulter, Lance Grain, Gordon Godkin, Mr. Mcilwain. WEDDINGS Inglis - Ayers (Stayner Sun) The United Church, Stayner with its Christmas decorations of lighted trees, scenery and candles, was the scene of a pretty wedding on December the thirtieth, when Florence Mildred, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Levi Ayres, became the bride of John Andrew Inglis, youngest son of Mrls and Mrs Thomas Inglis of Lucknow. The Reverend Robert Graham officia- ted. The bride entered the church with her father, to the strains of Lohen- grin's wedding march, robed in floor length gown of net over satin and a finger tip veil with coronet caught with pearls and lily of the valley, and carried a sheaf of Cala Hines and rose- buds. Reta Foster,`of Detroit, in blue and Pauline Inglis in pink, were brides- maids, and mrs,•Thomas Gallop was her sister's matron of honour, gowned in acqua-marine and wore a flower hat. The gowns were patterned after the bride's gown, and the bridesmaids wore shoulder-length veils, with flow- er wreaths and carried snapdragons and stocks. Roderick Inglis was his brother's bestman and the ushers were Mr. Sims and Mr. Burrows. During the signing of the register, Mrs. Clemence sang Albert Ham's setting of "0, Perfect Love". Mrs, Clarence Brownridge presided at the organ. A reception was held at the bride's home where Mrs. Ayers, in wool crepe received her . guests, assisted by the groom's sister and brother. After the reception the guests sat down to a sumptuous wedding breakfast in the dining room which was decorated in pink and white: Mr. Graham acted as ,toast master. For travelling the bride Wore a gold coloured crepe dress, Conadian fox furs, brown coat and accessories. BORN tEkT—In Woman's College Hospit- al, on Friday, January 1st, 1943, to Mr, and Mrs. George R, Bent (nee Maxine VanNess), Toronto, a daughter, McGladery — In Guelph General Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. James IfeGladeey, a daughter, REAVIE — In Wingham General Hospital, on Sunday, January 10th, to Corporal R. S. and ilkirs, Reavie, Wingham, a son. W. C. T. U. The January meeting of the W. C, T, V. was held at the home of Mrs. Pratik Collar, with the president, Miss V. Schwass in the chair. "Conte Thou rount of Every Blessing" was the opening hymn followed with prayer ,by Mrs, Kelly, Miss Schwass gave a reading "What is the W.C.T.U.."- The Women's Christian Temperance Union, though comintratively few in number, is a band of ,stich -crying need of temperance praYing in many countries, Perhaps o'f ordina r yw Qilln lel to°11)1 se 1 e Yw working earnest iaumal anon never in history has there been a time great cause, an organization of com- work, We can do much for the cause of temperance by quiet prayer at home„ 1,)Y• home influence and training and most important of all, 'by example. Working with God, ail timings are pos- sible. People are awakening to the realization that God is in and through everything. Each must •endeavour to do his or her share‘•in this import- ant task of helping. to keep our young peoples on the right road, Working together and with God's help we can accomplish much. The Clip Sheet readings were led by Miss Schwass, The Bible Reading was given by Mrs. Lucas, Math 14: 15-21 was her Scripture Lesson and some of her thoughts were: "In this scripture portion God used material things to bless thousands. He can and does use men and women to bless thousands. Our lives can be blessed and broken and given for •Christ. The blessing is salvation through Christ. The breaking is sanctification of the believer. The giving is the service of the Christian for God and to others. Lorraine Carter. led in prayer and Miss 'Lewis gave a reading "The New. Year". A. poem was read by Mrs. Collar "My Purpose for the New Year". Miss Bolt gaVe a reading "My Daily Prayer this Year," Miss Purdy gave a very interesting talk on some facts about alcoholic liquor and smoking. She said that the one to help the W.C.T.U. fight this terrible evil is the Lord, If God be for us 'who can be against us. Some great, and mighty and marvellous work have been done by God. No work can accomplish anything unless it is backed by prayer. The W.C.T.U. should back up their efforts by prayer, and great things can be done. The closing hymn was•"All the way my Saviour leads me" and Miss Schwass closed with prayer. AGRICULTURE PARLEY HELD AT LONDON Eight Counties Represented. Huron Agricultural Representative Was Present Methods by which farm production can be increased in 1943 were dis- cussed when provincial agricultural representatives of Essex, Kent, Lamb- ton, Huron, Oxford, Middlesex, El- gin and Norfolk counties met with heads of the Ontario Department of Agriculture in the provincial agricul- tural office in London. Huron coun- ty was represented by J. C. Shearer, agricultural' representative. Various angles of the farm -labor situation, which is becoming increas- ingly serious each year as other sources drain the farms of workers, were discussed by Alexander Mac- laren, director of the Ontario Farm Service Force. Mr. ,,Nlaclaren spoke of the sources from which -additional farm help could be obtained and out- lined methods of organization, Ways iu which an increase could be brought about in production of livestock were discussed by the gath- ering, the discussion being led by W, P. Watson, Ontario livestock branch. Mr. Watson outlined the great need for a larger production of hogs so that Canada may meet her bacon con- tract to lritain, lie also *01.41 of the need for greater production of dairy products and °tanned methods by width an increase could be made. Sheep production also must be increas- ed in 1043, Mr. Watson said, in order that" sufficient wool may be produced. inn. Canada to meet he' needs, Various labor-saving devices which would help ;$ring about .an increase in ' production despite the shortage of farm workers, were discussed by Mr.: Watson. Officials present at the conference, included R. S. Duncan, director of agricultural representatives; A. H. Martie,•aseistant director; W, P, Wat- son, Ontario livestock brank, Toron- to; j, A, Carroll, superintendent of agricultural and horticultural societies, Toronto, and Alexander Maclaren, director bf the Ontario Farm Service Force. BRUCE COUNTY COUNCIL Albemarle—Wilfrid Adis, Amabel---T. E. Evans. Arran—George Campbell, Brant—J. P, Johnston, Reeve; Ingles, Deputy Reeve. Bruce—Kenzie Foster. Carrick.—Jacob Fischer. Culross—Joseph McInnis. Eastnor—Robert Reid, Elderslie—Robert Sloan Greenock—Alex .MeTavisli. Huron—Herb. Farrow. Kincardine Tvvp,—Wm. Shewfelt, Kinloss—Richard Elliott. Lindsay—Dan 'McDonald. St. Edmunds—Weir Grieve. Sztugeen-7,Donald Christie, Hepworth—E. 5, Downs. Lion's Head—G. D. White. Lucknow—J. W. Joynt. Mildrnay—T. D. Liesemer. Paisley—S. F. Ballachey. Port Elgin—W. S. Fenton, Ripley—George McLean. Tara—C. R, VanDusen. Teeswater—James Ross. Tiverton—A. J. McKellar. Chesley-'Clifford Wright. Kincardine Town—Win. Walsh. Southampton—Everett Shortt. Walkerton---Jrvin Lobsinger, Wiarton—Clifford Taylor. ST. HELENS The January meeting of time Wo- men's Institute was held in the com- munity hall with Mrs. Ball presiding. The roll call was well responded to by naming the mo'St essential timing in my medicine cabinet and why. Thanks for Christmas parcels were received from the following boys in service: Charles McQuillin, Ronald Cranston, Gordon Miller, Russel Webb, Alex. Purvis, Wilbert Durnin, Harold Woods and Harrison' Taylor. It was decided to hOld victory nights again and a com- mittee was appointed to arrange for a program and social evening, "r. was the title of a reading given by Mrs. Phillips. "Something good about you", that of one. by Mrs. Webb an "The open door" of one by Mrs. W. A. Miller, Mrs. Rice in her topic gave many helpful hints in Home Ec- onomics. It was agreed to hold the Red Cross quilting on Friday, January 22, with each one to bring a few sand- wiches for lunch, At the conclusion lunch was served by tile hostesses, F, G, Todd, Mrs. T. J. Todd and Mrs. Woods. The installation of the new officers of time V.P.1.7. by Rex'. G. A. Ward was an impressive feature of the serv- ice on Sunday morning. The fol- lowing are the officers for 1943: Pres., Earl Durnin; vicePres., Dick Weather- head; Sec,, Isobel Miller; treas., Mrs. McKenzie Webb; pianist, Mrs. Rice; 001.0091> 91,04,4111OKO ii0kIii4OtiCOP REPO ItOs Ncipittio. 'WPM Oosomi, C04. 011. PEA!. 1103 FOR 11$ vottAtt.y, 1 if 3 Os, 6 lbso 10 lbs" 1.3c.. 25c 3.9c Fruits, and Vegetables EATM ORE CRANBERRIES lb. 25c TEXAS SEEDLESS GRAPEFRUIT 5 for 25c WASHED ONTARIO TURNIPS 3 lbs. 10c Lt. Commander R. A. ti, MacNeil, k.c,N,, Commanding Officer of the Canadian corvette "Dauphin" amid formerly of the Royal Canadian Moult. 41:4 ship's crest, a "mottntie", gun in hand, astride a Nazi U-boat, Li. Comman- der MacNeil has already lived up to time R.C.M.P, reputation of "getting his man" — the Dauphin reeently res- ted Police, is shown here. beside his cued the entire crew of a Norwegian Conveners: Citizenship, Stanley Todd, Assistant, Mrs. G, McPherson, fellow,- ship, Mrs. S. Todd, assistant, Mrs. L. Woods; ehristian culture, Mrs. Earl Amidst, assistant, W. A, Miller; trap, sionary, Mrs. T, J. Todd, assistant, Mrs. Gordon; recreation ,Mrs. VV.(A, Miller, assistant, Mrs, D, BELMORE • Those on time sick list; The little. datighter of Harry Miller with rime- matic fever; Reid children, with the 5, flu, Dr. Miller is in attendance, -. The Missionary meeting of the UM., ted church was held at the .home of Mrs, Hackney, also the Red CroSs quilting Thursday, The Institute meeting this Wednesa day, at Minnie -jeffray's. Miss Mary and Hanna Stokes had a pleasant visit from Mr, J. Johnson Sr.; St. Marie.. Mr. johnson has been a policeman for 42 years.. Mr. Carl. Douglas visited his sister, Mrs, Culliton at Glenannan, Thursday. M. Jeffray took dinner at the. same home and called at time Appleby home. and at Wm. Mundell's. Mr. Jack Reid of Waterloo spent Sunday with his family. A much loved lady passed away in Toronto in the person of Mrs, Wm. Loury, She resided here for many years. "MOUNTIE" GOES TO SEA AND "GETS HIS MAN" I -ship under difficult circumstances In mid-Atlantic, For this action he and a fellow officer, also a ."inettntleff,,,,. were decorated by King Iittakon with the Royal Norwegiait War 'N.tedal.' for Gallantry, 'Wet ire orr •thd liOqutung ma Imam cy tow matting th$ AXIS partna