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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-04-01, Page 1Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year WM. N. R. PORTER LOCAL BATTERY WAS INSPECTED Brigadier J. D. McDonald, Officer Commanding Military District No. 1 Made Official Visit The armoury was the scene of con- siderable activity on Wednesday even- ing last week when Brigadier General J. D. McDonald, Officer Commanding Military- District No. 1, with head- quarters at London, made his official visit and inspection of the 99th (Res.) Battery, R.C.A. which is under the command of Major Walter VanWyck. The Brigadier was accompanied by Col, Phillips, assistant adjutant; Col, Haggerty, Officer Commanding the 31st (Res.) Brigade; Lt. Col. Ellis and Major Aitken, also from head- quarters. The Brigadier carried out the in- spection at the armouries and took the salute at the march past at the Town Hall, Red Cross Needs Your Assistance Sewers are still needed at the Red Cross work rooms, The quotas are large and must be sent out on time. The garments are cut a.nd may be taken home or clone in the work room on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so come along and help out wiith this very needful work, Father Passed On Mrs, W. G. Hatnilosn received word Monday evening that her father, George Simmons of Toronto had pas- sed away in Toronto General Hospital. He was in his 88th year. Mrs. Aam- ilton left for Toronto Tuesday and Mr. Hamilton and Dorothy will attend the funeral which will take place on Thursday. On behalf of her friends here we extend sincere sympathy to Mrs. Hamilton. Ili Aid of Russians A very successful evening was spent at the home of Mrs. Everick in aid of Russian Relief under the auspices of R. S, W. A, Crokinole, chincse checkers and other games of amuse- ment were played. Songs by ivy Del Sparks and duets by Irene Taylor and Jean Stewart which was much enjoyed by all. The sum of $7.00 was taken up. The next social is to be held at the home of Mrs. A. Finley on April 30th, MAGAZINES WANTED FOR THE TROOPS The Legion are sponsoring the col- lection of magazines for distribution to sailors and soldiers. Please give year current magazines as soon as possible after you 'have finished with them. Tie them in bundles if possible and leave them at one of the following places; George Williams jewellery Store; MacLean Lumber & Coal Co.: Hydro Shop or the Advance-Times, With Which la Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. Mr. Porter was electrocuted is kept at 70 degrees and the electrical ar- rangement in the battery is supposed to act as Nature, and in some way the floor of this room had become charged unknown to Mr: POrter, Two engineers, two linemen and two in- spectors have been checking every- thing possible around the hatchery and have found that neutral wires which should have no voltage were carrying 110 volts at times and wires which should have 110 volts were carrying 220 volts at times, and for no particular reason. These elements had been passed by a Hydro Inspec- tor and were apparently safe for any- one to touch. Bill knew the danger of electricity and was most careful and often warned others- to exercise more care or some day 'they would get it', Bill Porter was well-known in To- ronto having lived there prior to com- ing to Brussels, and was well-known in sport circles, Besides carrying off the singles paddling crown in the early 20's he was a frequent winner in tandem and fours while a member of the Balmy Beach Club of Toronto. He was middle wing on the first Beach Club to win the Canadian title under Alex Ponton. During the last war he enlisted at 15 and served four years overseas with the artillery, Mr. Porter came to Brussels in 1938 and his death will be a loss to the com- munity and to the poultry industry. Besides his parents he is survived by his widow, the former Louise Rose of Brussels, and two daughters Sheila and Pamela; two brothers Jack Port- er and Paul Porter of Toronto; seven sisters, Mrs. Robert Hill, Mrs. James Lockington, Miss Hattie Porter, Mrs. George Patterson and Mrs. John Stewart, of Toronto; Mrs. J. 13. Horn- er of New York; and Mrs. G, L. Frost of Newport, Wales, The funeral of the late Bill Porter was held from his residence on Satur- day, March 27th, the pall-bearers be- ing Charles Davidson of Brussels, Robert Hill, James Lockington, and Dr, John Stewart of Toronto, Jack Porter and Paul Porter of Toronto. The flower bearers were members of the Sunday School Class of the United Church of Brussels formerly taught by Mrs. Porter. Kincardine Sailor Dies At Gibraltar Mrs. Grace MeGaw, Kincardine, has received word front the naval de, partment at Ottawa that hat husband, AD, Dorn MeGaw, died in Gibraltar, McGaw was injured hi the con- flict in which H.M.C,S. "Weyburn" was engaged And was taken to Gibral- tar. Later reports were that he was recovering front his wounds, WINGFIAN, ONTARIO, THOISDAY, APRIL 1st,, 1943 Mingle Copies Five Cents WM. N. R. poRTER OF BRUSSELS VICTIM OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Was Electrocuted Wh4n Making Ad- justments In His Hatchery t Bill Porter, the managerand owner of the Walter Rose POultry Farm at Brussels, and a son of' Mr. and Mrs. W. FL Porter of Tovinto, met his death in a very tragic manner and under very peculiar circumstances on March 24, 1943, at the age of 42 years. Mr. Porter was adjusting an ad- justment screw in the battery brooder of the hatchery when he was electro- cuted, Artificial respiration was ap- plied for several hours but the victim failed to respond. The room in which „FOURTH VICTORY LOAN DRAWS NEAR .7he Home To Make A Greater Attack On Hitler 'Citizens' of Huron County the -opening of the Fourth Victory Loan is rapidly drawing near. A tremend- our job faces us, . can only be car- tried through to_a successful conclusion -by the co-operation -of every citizen. -The Huron County Gene-rat Canvas. 'Objective for the Fourth Victory Loan 'will undoubtedly be in .excess of the 'amount raised on the Third Victory Loan. From the figures below, listing. the Dominion,' of Canada objectives :and the total cash applications on pre- vious loans, you will appreciate why our objective must be substantially in- creased, Esom. of .Cans Tot, Cash Objective , . Applications :1st Vice Loan $ 600 million $ 730 million :2nd Vict. Loan 600 million 843 million_ •Srd Vict. Loan 750 million 991 million -4th VICT. LOAN. ,., 1,100 million 'We wish to point out once again that the minimum' objective for this 'loan is $1,100,000,000 and the amount raised on the Third Victory Loan ,.from all sources was $991,000,000. We must raise more than the minimum --objective. Mr. Ilsley has asked" us to raise at least $1,250,000,000. Mr. Ilsley has asked that individual subscribers buy a total of $500,000,- 000. The balance of the money, will .be raised from the Special Names — InsuraUce, Companies, Financial Corp- orations, and individuals capable of .purchasing $25,000 or more. The province of Ontario, the richest in the Dominion, has always provided -approximately 50% of the total amount raised in the Dominion. both from General Canvass and . Special Names, The Province of Ontario will. thetefore likely be asked to raise, in. general canvass, $250,000,000. We list below the previous Provincial Object- ives and amounts raised. Ontario .. General Canvass Objective Raised 1st Vict. Loan 151,000,000 157,000,000 ,2nd Vict. Loan 145,000,000 169,000,000 -3rd Vict. Loan 158,000,000 188,000,000 From a study of the above figtires, you will note that the Province raised, in General Canvass on the Third Vic- tory Loan $188,000,000 and will likely `be asked to raise $250,000,000 this time. The citizens of Huron County will be asked to accept their share of this All Out War Effort. We must suc- ceed. We have sufficient money to -oversubscribe any 'objective given us. Huron. County General Canvass Objective Raised 1st Vict. Loan 1,800,000 2,10Q200 2nd Viet. Loan 1,800,000 2,109,250 '3rd Vict. Loan' 1,900,000 2,280,150 The citizens of Huron County will be asked to buy more bonds — our objective will be UP — NOT DOWN. We must and can exceed any objective by a wide margin. Missionary To Speak Here Miss I, Hollenback, returned mis- sionary from Jebba, on Niger River, Africa, will be at Grace Chapel on Tuesday, April 6th. She will show lantern, slides on her work there. She works under the United Church Mis-. sionary 'Society: Some will remember Miss Hollenbeck's previous visit, a few years ago. She has had about 13 years experience on the field, FURS DONATED TO - THE RED CROSS Tickets Are Now On Sale The Laidla w„ Fur Farm is again presenting a gift of fur to the Wing- ham Branch of the Red. Cross, This dear, ' it is a scarf of two Canadian mink skins, and is on exhibition in King Bros, window, Tickets are being sold.at 25c each or five for one dollar, The Red Cross appreciates the gener- os%tyi of Mr. and Alta. Laidlaw, and, 'as these scarfs are very popular this year, it is expected that a fine amount of Money will be realized. Secure your tickets from the Red Cross or at King Eros. store, Was Bridesmaid At Blyth Miss Jean Cruickshank, Regs N., of the local hospital staff, was, brides- maid at the Taylor - Hilborn wedding at Blyth on -Saturday. • • Hospital Auxiliary Meets Monday The Ladies' Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital will hold their regus lar meeting on Monday afternoon, April 5 at 3.45, iin the Council Chamber. Attended Banquet At Harriston Mr. and' Mrs. Duncan Kennedy, Miss Margaret Haines and Mr. E. R. Harrison attended a Canada Packers Limited Banquet which was held in Harriston, Monday evening. Special Speakers At Salvation Army Divisional Commander Lt, Col. and Mrs. Ritchie will conduct services 'at the SalVation Army Citadel Saturday evening and on Sunday at 1.1 a,m. and 7 p.m, All are cordially invited, Muskrat Season Now On The Muskrat season opened, on Monday, March 29th, in Huron, Grey and Bruce. It is too early as yet to report on the catch but last season trappers did very well in this section. Lady Bowlers Bridge On Tuesday evening the Ladies Bowling Club held a bridge at the home of Mrs. W. B. McCool, Mrs. J. H. Crawford won first prize and Mrs. Art Wilson second prize. Six tables took ,part in the play. Dance At The Royal-T Wingham, Friday night -to the Gorrie Orchestra with George Jordan as floor manager. Dancing from. 10 .to 1.30. Admission 35c; also jitney dancing Saturday nite with Arthur's Orchestra. Engagement Announced Mr, and Mrs. Charles R. Cathers announce the engagement of their only daughter, Mary Evelyn, to L.A.,C. Kenneth I. Jackson, only son of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Jackson of Wingham, The Marriage to take place in April. Dollar Order Abolished The Prices Board announced that merchants no longer may require their customers to buy $1 worth of goods to purchase a particular commodity which is in short supply. The board said it had withdrawn permission to make such conditional sales as the pernission had been abused, Liberals Name Convention Delegates At a meeting of the Liberal Assoc- iation executive for Huron-Bruce held in the town hall here on Tuesday afternoon. the 'following were appoint- ed delegates to the Ontario Liberal Convention which will be held in To- ronto April 29th and 30th,; J, H. R. Elliott, Myth; If , C. MacLean Wing- ham; John A. 'Johnston, Mildmay; Raymond Redmond, Belgrave; Mur- dock Matheson, of Ashfield and J. R. McNao of Lucknow, president and secretary Of the association will also attend. Alternate delegates are, Gor- don Elliott, l3lyth; W. McKay, Ripley; W. Mcl<ague, Cuiross and Alex Port- erfield, Beigrave. PUBLIC SCHOOL TO PRESENT CONCERT This' Annual Event In TQW4 Hall April 8 - 9. The annual Public School Concert will be presented in the town hall, on Thursday and Friday nights next week, April 8 - 0. This annual event is one of the most popular events each .year and it is expected that capacity audiences will again be present next week, Reserved seats go on sale Thursday this. week , at McKibbon's Drug Store, A feature of the concert will be the operetta "The Magic Bean Stalk.” There will be in addition drills, chor- uses and patriotic numbers, DURWARD PRESTON TO ATTEND OFFICERS TRAINING SCHOOL On Monday this week Durward F. Preston of Waterldo, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank 0. Preston' of town, re- ported at London where he will be stationed for a short time prior to at- tending the Officers' Training Course at' Three Rivers, Que. His brother, LAC, John Preston has been overseas since Sept. 1941 and his brother-in- law, Henry Jensen, is also overseas with the Engineers. Durward joined the 2nd (Res.) Scots Fusiliers of Canada at Kitchener about a year ago. Prior to attending camp at London last year he attended a Provisional Officers and N.C.O.'s course, He was recommended by his Cominanding Officer for a commis- sion and successfully passed the tests. It is 12 years since Durward left Wingham, Curlers' Banquet Postponed The banquet which the Curling Club had planned for Friday night this week has beat postponed until Friday, April 16th. Reported To R. C. A, F. On ;Wednesday last week Jack Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Lewis, reported for duty at London with the R. C. A. F. Jack enlisted a while ago but was not due to report until last week. He is at present at Manning Pool, Toronto. Farmers' Price For .Syttip $2.75. The top price for maple syrup when sold by the primary producer is $2.75 per gallon to wholesaler, retailer or consumer, According to recent ruling of the Wartime Prices atmd Trade Board. Retail stores are alloWed 15 per cent markup in selling price. Sales by farmers on a public market must not exceed the $2,75 price to whole- salers, retailers or direct consumer. This latest ruling of the board is coy-. cred by Order 250. USED CLOTHING FOR RUSSIANS Order Of The Eastern Star Want Used Clothing For Russian Relief There will be a collection of used clothing for Russian Relief by the Order of the Eastern Star, If you have any used clothing not needed the members would appreciate it if you would leave it at the homes of Mrs, J, A. 1'mr, or Mrs. 5, P. 1VIcKibbon, or call either place and it will be col- lected. INSTITUTE HEARD TWO FINE PAPERS At Next Meeting Annual Election Of Officers Will Be Held There was a splendid attendance at the March meeting of the Women's ,Institute which was held in the Council Chambers on Friday after- noon last week, Mrs, J. H, Crawford, the president, conducted the meeting. The Roll Call was answered by nam- ing an Irish town.' Two splendid papers were given by the Historical Research convenors, Mrs, Art Wilson gave a paper on the life of the late Miss Caroline Mc- Donald, a former resident of Wing- ham, who served as a missionary in the; East for many years. Mrs. W. Williamson told of the changes in Wingliam• since she came here. Many interesting items were told, The Curling Club are holding a banquet on Friday night and the In- stitute decided to cater for this event. Five dollars was voted for the pro- ficiency prize that the Institute gives to the High School each year, It was also decided to donate a sum equal to 100 pounds of sugar in the, jam for Britain drive. Mrs. P. King and Mrs. Campbell were appointed auditors. A very pleasing duet was given by Grace Hutcheson and Jean Stewart and Alice Laidlaw gave a reading "Entertaining Sister's Beau." The April meeting will take the form of an annual meeting at which officers will be chosen for the ensuing year. At the close of the meeting a social time was spent over the tea cups, RED CROSS DRIVE TOTAL $7149 ..93 Complete Returns Shows' Objective Exceeded By $11,49.93 The last week changed the total of the Red Cross Campaign but very little. The complete returns brought the total up to $7149.93 which .exceeds the. quota by $11.40.93, When the quota of $6000 was received it almost took the breath of some who were connected with the campaign but the people of this .community came through as they have done on every occasion since the war started and not only reached the quota, figures but piled up a 'total that should make the community very •proud. The total' is made up as follows: Wingham $5296.00 Whitechurch Unit 654.50 Bluevale Unit .599,43 County Donation 600.00 Total $7149.93 BRIDGE CLUB Eight tables took part in the weekly game at the Wingham Bride Club on Thursday evening. The results were: North and South-1st., Mrs. C. E. Ri chey and Mrs. 0. Colbonne; 2nd., Mrs. W. L. Kress and Mrs. H. Campbell; 3rd., Miss N. Dinsley and Duncan Kennedy; 4th., Mrs. J. H.. Crawford and Mrs. A. R. DuVal. East and West-1st., Miss M. Mc- Callum and J, H. Crawford; 2nd, Mrs. G. Godkin and J. Mason; 3rd, W, H. French and Art Wilson; 4th, A. R. DuVal and C. E. Richey. Red Cross Quiltings 9th Of Turnberry The Red Cross Group of the 9th line of Turnberry held four meetings during March in Gilmour's School. Ten quilts were quilted, and two af- ghans made. A donation was sent to the British Minesweepers Auxiliary. The next meeting will be in the schoal on April 1St. • Raised Money For „junior Red Cross The pupils of Lower o Wingham School, under the supervision of their teacher, Mrs. Jacob, held a very suc- cessful Bingo party. Mrs, Percy Gib- son was the winner of the baby's afghan, knitted by the girls and boys. During an intermission the pupils en- tertained with songs. Everyone pres- ent had an enjoyable time and seven- teen dollars was raised for the Junior Red Cross. Minimum Pay Of '$800 Is Planned For Teachers Ontario school teachers will benefit by having their minimum rate of pay raised from $600 to' $800 through a bill seeking amendments to the School Act introduced in the Ontario Legislature last Week by Education Minister Dan- can 'McArthur. Another amendment would provide for use of a standard written contract between teachers and school boards. Rev, Kenneth MacLean Presided At a meeting of the executive of the Synod of Hamilton and London of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, held it! the New St. James Church, London, Rev. Ken- neth MacLean of town, time mocierator of time Synod, presided. It was de- cided to hold time Synod meeting hi New St. James Church, from April 20 to 28. Rev. Austin L, Budge, D.D., of Hamilton, a former East Wawan- osh boy, clerk of the Synod, also at- tended the meeting, Joined U.S.A. Ski Patrol George Boyle, Jr., son of Mr, and Mm's. George Boyle, has joined time Ski Patrol of the United States Army. He is at present stationed at Panda, Col- orado. George left Wingham four years ago and has been living with his aunt and grandmother at Mount Vernon, N. Y, George always had a fondness for skiing so it was not un- usual that he joined this branch of the army. The camp is located on an Old Lake Bed completely surrounded by mountains which are 11,000 feet above sea level, In a letter to his parents George explained that they are pulled up the mountaio by Dallies and then come zipping down at 60 miles per hour, It is cold there, 18 below zero the day he wrote home last week. Each member of the Ski Patrol is equipped with a tent and get a turn at sleeping out in the open with the temperature at times 40 below, George says that his High School pals would get a great kick out. of the attivities- that are carried ott there. It is a great life, lie says. FRED SPRY GAVE A . TALK ABOUT STEEL, Mr. Russell T. .1S,elley of. Hamilton Will Be Guest Speaker At Ladies' Night, Next Meeting A regular Lions. Luncheon was held at the Queen's Coffee Shop last Fri- day evening with a good attendance, Secretary -Wilbur Tiffin presented minutes of '3 recent Director's meet- ing at which a donation of $100 to the Red Cross Campaign was voted; membership in time Ontario Crippled Children's Society was approved and a suggestion that the Club sponsor the sale of tickets on the Mary Piekford. Bungalow project with the proceeds to go to the British War Victims Fund, met with approval of members. The Secretary reported that Mr, Russell T. Kelley of Hamilton will be the guest speaker for the Ladies' Night to be held at the Brunswick Hotel on the second Friday in April_ Committees were named' to make all arrangements. Lion Harley Crawford reported that Mr. Patterson of the Aeronautical Institute of Canada. would attend and address the Lions at the second meeting in April. Presi- dent Stan Hall announced that ar- rangements were completed for hold- ii nngAtphrn.eannual Navy League Tag Day Past President Lion Fred Spry gave the address of the evening on "Steel". This proved very instructive and in- teresting. He explained the- various processes of manufacturing the iron and steel of commerce from the ore. Details were given until the finished stove was reached and it was noted that stoves and pianos were two manu- factured articles upon which the name of maker was plainly shown, Stoves from Wingham were in use in Van- couver and up the Alaska Highway in the West and as far as Halifax in the East. From four to six carloads of lumber were used each year from crating alone. In closing Lion Spry advised' his hearers to take care of their stoves and furnaces and stated that the worst offence was to leave ashes up to the grates. More grates were -ruined in this manner than by any other misuse. A hearty expres- sion of appreciation was tendered Lion Spry by the Club. Tailtwister Gord Buchanan called upon Lion Al. Walker to give his life history. Lion ' Al. entertained the Club wiith a rapid sketch of the high- lights of his life and much amusement was caused when he related various amusing experiences, His talk was very much enjoyed. Lion George Northwood. favored with a solo "The Bells of St. Marys" with Lion Harold Pym at the piano. Tailtwister Gord Buchanan got into an argument with Lion Chas. Roberts over getting his name in the Advance- Times last week and Charles finally arrived at a satisfactory explanation of his "military" category of "5B". Lion Wilbur Tiffin was also fined for un- due publicity by having a letter print- ed Litliont she H" Glo b lellaanc(Tis o Mail"l iads t Mk; Haselgrove were delegated by time Tailtwister to act as policemen for time evening, They were instructed to pick up any Lions they saw who failed to attend, Lion Clayton Ganonage was the only victim and he was duly tim e bl. outliioins. in with the approval of all Mr. Clifford Machan was a guest, Lion Ed. Gibson was welcomed back to the Club after his trip out to Van- couver and gave an interesting account of weather conditions and incidents of time trip. The coldest weather in 34 years was experienced at Victoria. School closed down for a short period as the temperature fell as low as six degrees above zero and fuel was scarce. When returning East about the middle of February gardens were planted and potatoes were being put in. The meeting closed with time usual song and Lions Roar. LT. COL. GEO. DREW TO SPEAK HERE Huron - Bruce Progressive Conserv- atives to Hold Convention April 20 ao•••••••••i A convention of the Progressive Conservative Association for the rid-, ing of Huron-Bruce will be held in the Town Hall bete, at 8 p.m. on Tues- day, April 20th. The special speaker for the meeting will be Lt. Cal. George Drew, 'leader of the Ontario Provincial Conserv., atives. Purther particulars will be an. tiontleed later, BODY OF P,O. PERCY BIGGS RECOVERED' Was Reported Missing on Decem- ber 16th. -1().n December 1.6th last Mr. and Mrs. Percy Biggs, Lower Wingham, were informed that their son Pilot Pi- ficer Percy F, Biggs, was missing) in a flight off the east coast of Vancouver Island, Late Tuesday afternoon they receiv- ed word that the body had been recov- ered. Burial will take place here on the arrival of the body from the West Coast. The time and dale of the fun- eral has not as yet been arranged, No further information has been re- ceived regarding'the accident that took the lives of four other members of the crew. Percy enlisted in August, 1941, and as the result of his good work in the courses he took received his commis- sion a very short time prior to his death,, He headed the class at Moss- bank last November at a bomb and gunnery course, Previous to that at Winnipeg he was top of the claass at the wireless school. He spent a leave at home here after the completion of the Mossbank course, going to the West Coast Command' about the first of December, While hothe he was in- formed.that he had received his com- mission but his parents never saw him in his officers uniform.