The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-05-13, Page 1A • 19,111•1111,111.11.1.1, ••10.••*1
HAVE YOU DONE ALL
YOU POSSIBLY CAN?
Huron County Chairman of National
War Finance Committee Asks
This Question
Our County of Huron has always
reached its Victory Loan quota, This
Fourth Victory Loan objective of
$3,040,000. is' large but the money is
here and with'serious thought and the
resolute determination of every citizen
A. J. McMurray
to do his or her part we can again
show our Fighting Services that- we
in Huron County .are solidly behind
them,
Some districts have already reached
their objective but other districts are
holding back the general total for the
.county.
As your Chairman for the Fourth
Victory Loan, I would ask that you
give your careful consideration es to
whether you have done all you pos-
sibly can.
A. J. IIVIeMURRAY,
Chairman.
Huron County National War Finance
Committee.
TO HOLD CHINESE •
RELIEF TAG DAY
Collection Will Be Made- On Saturday
This Week
Under the auspices of the Wingharn
Lions Club a tag day will be held on
Saturday this week in aid of the
Chinese War Relief Fund. The tag-
gets will be girls of the High and
Public SchoolS. The need of these
gallant allies is very great and very
urgent and the public is asked to be
as generous as possible,
The money collected by the Chinese
War Relief Committee will be pre-
sented to Madam Chiang Kia-Shek
when she visits Canada in the near
future.
Girls Get Farm Call
The first town girls to receive their
call for farm work has been received
by Joyce Walker, daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. A. J. Walker, and Grace Parker,
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. A.
Parker. They will proceed to Kings-
ville, May 20.
Enlisted In The R. C. A; F.
John Milton Hopper, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Charles Hopper, has enlisted in
the R. C. A. F. and will report for
duty on Monday next. Another local
boy will report on Monday to the
R. C, A. F. He is George Lloyd, son
of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Lloyd. George
enlisted, a few months ago and has
been on' leave until his exams were
over.
U. C. SUNDAY SCHOOL
PRESENT PRIZES
Mother's Day Program Presented
At the United Church Sunday
School on Sunday afternoon in con-
nection with Mother's Day a program
was presented and awards made. The
superintendent, Mr. Frank Howson,
was in charge,
The program consisted of a dialogue
"Mother" by Mrs. A. Dark's class; a
recitation by Marjorie Copeland; solo
by Jack Reavie; reading, Elmer Wilk-
inson. A bouquet of flowers was pre-
sented to Mrs. T, ICew, she repreSent-
ing the mothers of the Sunday School,
The followidg received awards for.
Bible reading; Doreen Currie, Marj-
orie Copeland, Joan' Bushfield. Prizes
for best class attendanee since Oetob-
er 1st., were presented to, 1st., Mrs.
Rintottl's class; 2nd., Mrs, A.
Dark's class; 3rd., timer Wilkinson's
class.
SPECIAL SERVICES
ARE CONTINUING
The evangelistic Campaign in pro-
gress at Grace Chapel is growing in.
interest with a full house Sunday
imight, Rev, M, T, Sellers, Lockport,
N,Y., brought a gripping message on
the sufferings of Christ. Using the
last day of his life as a basis for his
remarks he vividly portrayed what it
Rev. M. T. Seller
cost the Saviour to purchase our sal-
vation, He showed that it was be=
cause of our sins that it was necessary
for Christ to suffer shame and die in
order to bring about the vicarious
atonement.
Rev. Sellers is an interesting speak-
er and enthusiastic preacher. He has
travelled quite extensively through the
United States and also in Ontario in
his evangelistic work.
The meetings have been in progress
for a week with increasing interest and
many have received inspiration • and
help. The services are continuing
throughout this week, each evening at
8 p.m, and Sunday at 3 and 8 p.m.
with a cordial welcome to all.
RAILWAY UNIT IS .
BEING ORGANIZED
Recruits Wanted For This Unit
Which Will Leave Shortly For
Overseas
.„,.
A Railway unit in connection with
the Canadian Active Army is now be-
ing formed at Stratford. There are
openings for men with railway exper-
ience from the ages 18 to 45 of cate-
gory Al to B2, This unit will be
service overseas and it is expected
that it will leave •shortly after being
organized. Besides men with railway
experience practically every type of
trade is required for this unit, plumb-
ers, moulders, welders, clerks, machin-
ists, carpenters.
Named Rural Dean of Huron
The Deanery Chapter of Huron at
a recent meeting nominated Rev. E.
0. Gallagher as Rural Dean of Huron,
Bishop Seager confirmed the appoint-
ment this week.
Play At Bluevale May 14
Under the auspices of the Bluevale
Women's Institute, a one-act play
"Polly Put the Kettle On" will be
presented by an all lady caste in the
Foresters' Hall, Bluevale, on Friday
evening, May 14th. There will also
be a program of local talent. All are
invited. Admission, 25 cents,
Engagement Announcement
Mr. and Mrs. Percy D, McLean,
Belgrave, announce the engagement of
their daughter, Donelda, to William J.
Gordon, No. 4, 2-1..O.S., Crumlin, On-
tario, son of Mr, Abram Gordon and
the late Mrs. Gordon of West Meathe,
Ireland, the marriage to take place
May 22nd.
MAC HABKIRK NOW
A PILOT OFFICER
Graduate As An Air Bomber
On behalf of the people of this
community we extend congratulations
to Mac Habkirk, son of Mrs. Orville
Habkirk and time late Mr, Habkirk,
who graduated from No. 9, A.O.S. as
an Air Bomber. Mac made such an
excellent showing in his work at this
school that he received his commnis-
son as a Pilot Officer, He is at
present spending a leave here but will
report this week to Jarvis to attend
an advanced bombing course.
Mac prior to enlisting was on time
local staff of the Bank of Commerce.
lie enlisted in Ante last year and after
his basic training at Quebec attended
I.T.S, at Victoriaville, Que,, then the
Bomb' amid Gunnery course at Fingal
prior to attending No, 9 A.O.S,
AGNES .McP:HAIL, -GAVE
ADDRESS ON POS. T
WAR AGRICULTURE
She Suggested Points To Aid Farmer
And Urged Necessity Of
Organization
An open meeting, -of the . Bluevale
Men's Club was 410. :in the Pres-
byterian church withi Miss Agnes Mc-
Phail as guest speaker. MiSs MePhail's
subject 'was "Post ,War Agriculture
in Canada," one in which her audience
was especially interested at this time,
The speaker's statements of future
essentials in -post-war planning were
interesting. She stressed the grave-
ness of the present economic situation
and struck a lighter note with her
eloqUent and witty interpretation of
the agriculturists' po,sition today, and
offered hope for the future, if and
when, certain basic needs were met.
To remedy present low prices, Miss
McPhail suggested: (1) That farMing
be put on a business-like basis where
the farmer is allowed to set his prices
at the cost of production plus a living
wage for his family; , (2) That to stop
the surplus which will inevitably flood
,the market—the prelduction of each
farmer be set at a minimum to keep
up the price level; (3) That a price
floor (to prevent a fall in prices) is
as essential for the farmer as a price
ceiling, is to the consumer; (4) That
a great -depression will result front
this war; as it did after 1918—and
steps must be taken,. now to meet it,
Canada's Wealth lieg in her natural
resources and in her power to produce
goods, Everyone . should buy and
spend to their utmost! ability after the
war, thus keeping the money in circu-
lation, increasing the demand for
goods, and helping to maintain a maxi-
mum production,
Miss McPhail stressed the necessity
for fariners to organize and co-operate
more' fully—and told. of the aims of
the Federation of Agriculture. She
suggested revised educational meth-
ods in the secondary schools and a
more practical curriculum. A profit-
able discussion followed the speaker's
remarks.
The chairman of the evening was
Cloyne Higgins and -Rev. F. G..
Fowler introduced the speaker. Violin
music by Arnold Earls of Ethel was
much enjoyed, William Spears of
Morris gave two vocal numbers,
Homemade Baking Sale
The Ladies Guild of St. Paul's
Church will hold a sale of all kinds
of homemade baking in the Parish
room of, the Church at four o'clock on
Saturday, May 22nd,
Car Stolen
On Tuesday evening while he was
attending the services at Grace Chapel,
Mr, John. Falconer's car was stolen.
As we go to press no further word
has been received concerning it,
Commissioned In The Navy
Bill Counter, son of Mr. and Mrs.
Morley Counter of Clinton, has re-
ceived his commission as .a Sub Lieut.
in the Navy. Bill enlisted some time
ago and after a course at Toronto
University started his active career as
a sailor. The Counter family have
many friends here that will be very
happy at Bill's promotion. Mrs.
Counter was the former Mabel Swartz
of town,
MAITLAND GOES ON
THE RAMPAGE
Water Highest It Has Been Since The
Big Flood 31 Years Ago, Old
Timers Say
Never in history of time Maitland
River has the water raised as fast as
it did during Tuesday night according
to some of time Old Timers who have
been familiar with flood conditions for
years.
The heavy rains of Tuesday has
raised the water in the river to a level
about two feet higher than any time
during the spring freshets this year,
The water is over Highway 4 and the
bus went out by Lower Wingham, The
Fair Grounds are completely flooded
and the water is across the road at
Percy Gibson's, The water is running
over the track at Howson's Mill, and
the torrent of Water has, done con-
siderable damage to the under part
of Howson's Chopping Mill allowing
the side to fail away.
One man that has lived all his life
near the river says the water is the
highest it has been since what was
termed the big flood about 81 years
ago,
John Brackin And Harry Nixon To
Speak
Mr. W. L. Whyte, Seaforth, first
vice-president of the Horon. Federation
of Agriculture on behalf of the execu-
tive, announces the First Annual Field
Day and Picnic to be held in the Lions
Park, Seaforth, on Monday, June 7th,
-The main speaker will be Mr. John
Brackin, Ottawa, former Premier of
Manitoba. It is also expected that
"Mr. Harry Nixon, M,L,A., for Brant,
will be present.
The day starts with sports for old
.and young at' 10 a,m. The picnic
lunch will be held at 12.30 noon and
the addresses will be given at 1,30,
There will be educational displays
.featuring dried eggs for Britain, export
`bacon, soil testing, labour saving
machines and methods etc.
Mr. W. L, Whyte of Seaforth is
general chairman and Harry Sturdy of
East Wawanosh is vice chairman. It
is hoped that as many Huron County
farmers as possible will be present to.
'ear two of Canada's outstanding
figures. Town people and residents
.of neighbouring counties are invited
to attend.
LOCAL PUPIL 2nd
IN QUIZ CONTEST
In the Huron County finals of the
Victory Loan Quiz contest held at
Clinton on Wednesday evening last
week, Bill Young, son of Mrs. Archie
Young, of Morris township was the
winner. Second in this contest was
James Hall of Wingham, son of Mr.
.and Mrs. W. Stanley Hall. Third
place went to Ivan McClymont of
Stanley township, Twenty-three pupils
winners in their home schools took
part in the final county match at
Clinton.
May Call Up Married Men 26 - 30
According to the Ottawa Journal it
is expected that married men 26 to 30
will bt called for service some time
this summer. It is said the cards for
this class has been sent to mobiliz-
ation boards. When the time comes
for this class to be summoned it will
be by proclamation similar to previous
callups.
Random Harvest This Week
One of the outstanding pictures of
the year Random Harvest will be pre-
sented, at the Lyceum Theatre on
Thursday, Friday and Saturday this
week. There will be two shows each
-night the first commencing at 7.00
o'clock. Greer Garson, of Mrs. Min-
iver fame, is starred with Ronald
Colman,
Held Social For Chinese Relief ,•
A successful social was held at the
home,of Mrs. Hugh Sinnamon on Fri-
day night in aid of Chinese Relief,
under the R,SNT.A, of the Salvation
Army. Games and choruses were
much enjoyed, also a small token of
esteem was presented to the Lieuten-
ant Winters, who, is leaving Wingham
for Haliburton, after which lunch was
served by the hostess. The amount
of $3.00 was taken up. The next social
is to be held,on May 28th at the home
of Mrs. J. Bowman, Carling Terrace,
SEEDING HELD UP
IN THIS DISTRICT
Backward Spring And Wet Weather
Bad For Seeding
There is not a great deal of seeding
done as yet in this district. We have
reports of some high land having been
successfully worked and seeded but in
the main seeding operations are not
yet under way. We have reports of
some land that has been prepared for
seeding three•tives and then the rain
comes again arid the operation has to
be repeated.
This year is the direct opposite to
last year. •The spring this year was
very backward and then just when
the sun 'Would shine and the sky clear
and it would appear as if we were in
for a fine spell the rain would come
again and land operations were again
postponed. Last year most of the
seeding was completed in April. As
a rule however, the seeding in this
district is not so far advanced as it
Was last year but we 'need a fine
period of weather light now and no
fooling,
Single Copies Five Cents
With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News,
WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY lath, 1943 Subscriptions $2.00 per year
FARMERS 'FIELD DAY
• AND PICNIC JUNE 7
pathering Will Be Held At Seaforth
Lions Club Park Under Auspices
Of The Huron Federation Of
• Agriculture
COMMITTEE. OF THE
NAVY LEAGUE HAS
BEEN FORMED HERE
Mr. W. H. French Is The Chairman
The growth, of the Canadian Navy
and the increased work carried on by
the merchant marine has made it nec,
essary for. the Navy League to extend
its work and as a result local com-
mittees are being set up in municipal-
itieis that were not yet organized for
this activity. A local committee has
been formed to carry on this import-
ant work here and it is comprised of
the following:
Chairman—W. H. French,
Vice-Chairmane--Mayor J. H. Craw-
ford.
Sec'y-Treas.—Mrs. John P. Mc-
Kibbon.
Codverior of Ditty Bags—Mrs. W.
R. Hoffman,
Convenor of Clothing and Wollens
—Mrs. W. G. Hamilton.
Convenor of Magazines and Games
—E, S. Copeland.
Convenor of Publicity—James Max-
well.
Convenor of. Finance and Tag Days
—W, S. Hall. •
FAMILY REUNION .
Once again on Mother's Day the
AitchisOn family and relatives met at
Mir. and Mrs. Harvey Aitchison's, in
loving memory of their dear mother
who passed away five years in July.
In the morning the family and rel-
atives attended divine worship at St,
Andrew's Presbyterian Church, In the
afternoon flowers of snapdragon, car-
nations and daffodils were placed on
their mother's grave. Those present
this year were as follows: Mr. and
Mrs. Jack Aitchison, Sarnia; Mr. and
Mrs. Lorne Aitchison, Douglas and
Joan of Durham; Mr. and Mrs. Tom
Aitchison and Dorothy, Kitchener;
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Mutch, Goderich;
Mr. Henry Aitchison, Sarnia; Mitt. and
Mrs. Herb Govier and Mrs. Govier,
Sr., Auburn; Miss Delight Mutch,
,nurse-in-training at Toronto General
Hospital; Mr. and Mrs. Charlie
Blatchford and Gwen of Wingham.
Attended Meeting In London
Mrs. E. O. Gallagher attended the
annual meeting of the Huron Diocese
W. A., in London, last week,
In Same Camp Overseas
Three Wingham boys are in the
same R,C.A.F. camp in England. They
are Charles McKibbon, Harry Brown,
and Bob. Chittleborough.
Obtained Degrees at Western
In the list of the graduation results
from Western University two from
this district obtained degrees; Robert
Wade of Gorrie obtained his Master
of Arts and Miss Dorothy Aitken of
Bluevale her Bachelor of Arts.
Bride-to-Be Honoured
In honour of Miss Donelda Mac-
Lean whose marriage takes place this
month, Miss Kay Townsend was a
recent hostess at Apt. 4, 242 Plead-
dilly St., London. Guests included
several girls from this district now in
London.
Ministerial Association
Held Meeting
The Wingham and District Minis
terial Association held its May meet-
ing at the home of Rev. K, MacLean
last week, Rev. E. 0. Gallagher pre-
sented the paper for discussion, on the
topic "Worship and Life."
Meat Rationing
We wish to call the attention -of our
readers to an advertisement on page
six, '"The Story Behind the Meat
Rationing." The government in order
that all might become familiar with
this phase of the war effort are giving
it as much publicity as possible.
Underwent Operation
Billy Kress, son of Capt. and Mrs,
W. L. Kress, underwent an operation
for the removal of his appendix in
Wingham General Hospital on Thurs-
day evening. Billy is having bad luck
of late as it was 'necessary for him
to undergo an operation about a month
ago.
Re Letter Rates
Attention it called to misconception
of the new postal regulations, Some
persons in addressing letters to sol-
diers in Canada are attaching only a
three cent stamp. It is only when
letters are addressed to members of
the- armed forces overseas, that the
old three-cent rate applies. The rate
to addresses itt Canada, whether to
soldiers or civilians, is four cents.
MORE SUBSCRIPTIONS
REQUIRED TO PUT
LOAN OVER THE TOP
Wingham And District Are Lagging
In Victory Loan Drive
We must not fail them—those boys
who arse risking their all for freedom,
Wingham and District will have to put
forth every effort if Victory Loan
objectives are to be reached,
If you have not subscribed think
over this matter AGAIN and if you
can buy a Victory. Bond of even the
smallest denomination do so without
delay. If you have already purchased
—do your utmost to increase the
amount you have already subscribed,
The time is getting short—May 15th
is closing day—Call your Victory
Bond salesman or see your banker at
once
Wingham factory,„ employees have
gone . away over their objective. Every
factory in town went over the top.
Wingham has subscribed $135,050 —
72.4 per cent, of the $185,000 objective.
Put more of your dollars into Victory
Bonds—the wise, safe investment.
How big is your stake in Victory.
Clinton was the first municipality
to go over the top, they now _have
$174,400 and their quota is $1.74,000.
The following are district results as
we go to press:
District Subscriptions % of quota
Howick $ 168,450 88.1
Brussels 59,600 81.6
Wingham 135,050 72.4
B lyth 26,750 68.5
36,150 52.3 E. Wawanosh
Turnberry 37,350 47.3
W. Wawanosh
Ashfiel d
Grey
Morris
County
32,400
41,500
37,500
27,950
1,950,850
42
40.2
32.3
30.7
64.1
Purchased Farm
Win. VanCamp has purchased the
farm of Wm, J, Cole'on Highway No.
4, south of Belgrave.
Dance (To-night) Wednesday
At Gilmour's School. Music by the
Kansas Farmer. Proceeds for War
Work. Admission 25c. Lumich served
by section, George Jordan, floor
manager.
Engagement Announcement
Mr. and Mrs. Alva McDowell wish
to announce the engagement of their
daughter, Margaret Ferne, to Robert
Harvey McDowell, son of Mr, and
Mrs. Marvin McDowell, the marriage
to take place in May,
May 24th A Holiday
The public are reminded that Mori-
day, May 24th, will be a holiday in
Wingham. Many town and cities are
observing this holiday despite the fact
that the Government does not list it
as a holiday.
Presbyterial Met Tuesday
Maitland Presbyterial of the Pres-
byterian Church.in Canada, met in St.
Andrew's church here on Tuesday
afternoon, A full report of this meet-
ing will appear in our paper next
week.
Teeswater Call Sustained
At a meeting of the Presbytery of
Maitland held in St. Paul's Church
here on Tuesday, the call from, Tees-
water and Belmore Presbyterian
churches to Rev. Donald B. Cram of
Dutton was sustained,
Reported To R. C. A. F.
On Monday Douglas Fry, son of
Mrs. N. L, Fray, reported for duty
with the R. C. A, F, Doug. enlisted
some time ago and has been waiting
to report. His brother Norman en-
listed in the R. C, A. F. recently.
Purchased North End Grocery
On Monday next Mr. Hugh Car-
michael will take over the North End
Grocery which has been operated for
years by the late Prank Watson and
since his death by Mrs. Watson. Hugh
is no stranger to Wingham as he lived
here for a number of years before and
after his marriage. His wife was
formerly Luella Hopper of town,
Mike as he is known to his friends
was a popular member of the Wing-
ham Baseball Club, About three
years ago Mr. and Mrs, Carmichael
left Wingham to reside in London and
on behalf of the people of this com-
munity we welcome them and their
two children, back to Wingltatt. They
moved their household effects here on
Wednesday. Mrs. Watson will remain
here for a week or so before taking
up residence in London.
108 BLOOD DONORS
ATTENDED CLINIC
Third Red Cross BlOod, Donor .Clinic
Held Here Was- Great Success
Rev. John Lucas Has Donated Four
Times, Received Bronze Button
Time Blood Donor Clinic held, here
on Wednesday last week was the most
successful of the three held here so
far. 108 donors were present, two of
which were women, Mrs, J. W. MC-
Ribbon,. president of Wingham Red
Cross and Mrs, I, Morrey, superinten-
dent of Wingharn General .11ospitaL
It is expected that the mobile clinic
will make regular visits here in future
and that women will be allowed to
donate, 'There is still a need for more
donors, so if your name is not on the
list please leave your name at the.
Red Cross rooms or drop a line to
Wingham Red Cross.
An interesting feature of the last
clinic was the presentation of a
bronze button to Rev. John Lucas..
This button is presented on the giving
of three donations but in this case Mr.
Lucas has donated four times. Fifty-
three at the clinic gave their second
donation.
(Continued on page four)
IMPORTANT NOTICE
RE EMPLOYMENT
TRANSFER ORDER
Employers And Employees Should
Both Read This Notice
The First Compulsory Employment
Transfer Order which will effect
certain groups of men in age and
marital classes in certain industries
and occupations, has been issued by
the Department of Labour under
National Selective Mobilization Regu7
lations. Men effected must report for
interview not later than May 19th,
1943, to an Employment and Selective
Set-vice Office.
The full explanation of this order is
contained in an advertisement which
appears on page 7. Read it carefully
so that .you may become conversant
with this important regulation.
AN OPPORTUNITY
Here is an opportunity for girls or
young ladies of this district to secure
a good training and be paid for doing
so. Wham General Hospital has
openings at present for girls or young
ladies to receive- training as Ward
Aids. This training will prove very
useful in after life or one may follow
the profession of a practical nurse
after the necessary period at t191
hospital. For full information see Mrs:
Morrey, Superintendent of the P.
Hospital.
Chimney Fire
On Wednesday evening last week
the fire brigade had a call to the home
of George Selling, Minnie Street, to
extinguish a chimney fire,
To Present Program At Belgrave
The Junior Red Cross Society of
S, S. No. 5, Morris, will present a
two-part programme with "A Frolic
of Springtime", in the Foresters' Hall,
Belgrave, on Friday evening, May 14,
at 8:00 p.m., under the direction of
Dorothy Golley, teacher, and Elizabeth
Mills, music supervisor. Admission:
Adults 25c; children 10c,
ATTENDED MOTHER'S
SERVICE IN A BODY
St. Andrew's Sunday School Attended
Sunday Morning Service
On Sunday morning a special
Mother's Day service was held at St.
Andrew's Presbyterian Church at
which the Sunday School were present
in a body. They occupied time centre
seats amid the service was conducted
by Mr. R. H. Lloyd, superintendent
of time Sunday School, assisted by the
assistant superintendent, Mr. W, B,
Hammond. The special form of serv-
ice as arranged by the Board of Sab-
bath Schools and Young People's
Societies was followed,
The Scripture Readings were the
24th psalm and verses 49-55: 8th
chapter of Luke Ithd the 88-42 verses
of the 10th chapter, A Mother's Day
hymn was sung by Miss Agnes Wit-
litunson, Miss Prances Wilson and
Mrs, H. L. Sherbondy. Rev, Kenneth
MacLean gave the address, 'his subject
being "The Church in our House";
Philemon 1, 2, He stressed the need
Of prayer, hymn singing and scripture
reading ht the {home.
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