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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-05-20, Page 4We, Sell The Seeds That Grow Top Crop Magazine tells how to grow the best corn. Ask for one. We have in stock 95, 105 and 115 day Toperop Seed Corn. One Bushel Plants Six Acres. $6.00 Per Bushel VIGORO VICTORY GARDEN PLANT FOOD 5-1b.-45c; 10-1b.-80c; 25-1b.--$1.50 50-1b.—$2.50; 100-1b.--$4.00 FINE GARDEN SEEDS Lettuce, Cucumbers, Carrots, Beets and Radish Seeds in bulk. All Seeds in 5c or 6 for 25c also 10c or 3 for 25c Golden Bantam Corn lb. 25c Golden Sunshine Corn lb. 25c Laxton Progress Garden Peas lb. 25c Thomas Laxton Peas lb. 25c American Wonder lb. 25c Also complete range of package seeds. Stainton Hardware 0=0 ra THESE WANT AD'S co=o, (0s=0=1, BRING RESULTS MOM. the railway tracks the small brook -soon was unable to pass through the huge steel tile and washed away the earth forcing a path, this caused a cave-in of the asphalt paved road leaving a gaping hole some 30 feet wide and more than %) feet deep. The men of the community assisted at the dam which is in connection with B, j, Maguire's grist mill until all possible hope of saving it was left. Between one and two ann, the north end of the dam-gave way and for several hours the Gorrie bridge was thought to he next in line to be swept away, However, north of the bridge several sections of side walk were washed out, easing the pressure somewhat and the bridge was safe, Since the dam was first built in connection with the mill in 1867 by the Leech Brothers, (the original mill stands), the dam has gone out at least 3 times, The last time being 13 years ago. At that' time Fordwich and Wroxeter 13ere both as unfortunate and lost their dams as well. We understand Mr, Maguire will .shortly begin operations to replace the washout.- Mission Group Had Pot Luck Supper The May meeting of the Women's Missionary Society of Gorrie United Church, was held at Mrs. Geo. Dane's home. Mrs. Gallaher presiding. The hymn "Jesus keep me near the Cross" was sung, The Scripture reading was 1st Timothy 1. 1-13 followed by pray- er by Mrs, Gallaher. He leadeth me, was sung and Mr. Copeland then ex- plained chapter II in the Study Book which had been omitted, entitled, "The Church, The City and The Family", telling the importance of family life, and the difficulties of family life in the city, also the duty of the church to family life. He closed with a poem entitled, . "The Home". The Lords Prayer was repeated in unison. Mrs. Copeland gave an interesting report in a pleasing manner of the Presbyterial meeting held in Brussels. The hymn "Happy the home when God is there", was sung. The president, Mrs, W. W. Strong then took the chair for the business period. Minutes of last meet- ing read and adopted. Roll call was answered with a Thought of Mother's Day. Tile meeting closed with the Mizpah Benediction. A quilt was quilted for the Missionary Bale, A pot luck supper and a social hour was enjoyed. Red Cross ShipmentS' The following articles were, shipped from the Gorrie 'and District Red Cross Society: British .Civilian-9 quilts; 14 slips; 1 layette; 4 pinafore dresses and blouses; 2 girls' dresse S. Hospital—SO gauze. handkerchiefs. Seamen's Comforts- 4 pr. seaboots; 1 pr, long stockings; 1 turtle-neck sweater; 2 turtle-neck tuckins; 1 pr. mitts; 4 pr. socks. Army & Airforce-3 pr. gloves; 19 handkerchiefs; 20 prs. socks. Presbyterial Report Given Auxiliary The. Evening Auxiliary of the Unit- ed Church met at the home of Miss Dorothy Edwards with Group Two in charge. There were thirty-three ladies present. The quilting of two quilts was quickly disposed of and some ex- tra Red Cross work was done. Presi- dent, Mrs. E. Whitfield gave a brief report of the afternoon session of the Presbyterial held in Brussels. .Min- htes of April meeting by Mrs. E , Carson. Plans were made for -a "Tulip Tea" and sale of miscellaneous articles to be held in the basement of the Church, Saturday, May 29. Tea from 3 o'clock to 6. Proceeds for Chinese Relief. Some articles for the Evening Aux- iliary bale were on display. These consisted of 2 quilts, children's cloth- ing used or new, babies wear etc. Anoyne wishing to donate to the bale may leave at E. Whitfield's Store be- fore the end of May. Mrs. C. Michel and MiSs Fear had charge of the Devotional. Period and chose as their theme "Canadian Youth in Forces and Factories." Miss Fear at the piano opened the service with The National Antheih, followed by a prayer for the boys at war by Mrs. Michel and the hymn "Land of Our Birth." Scripture les- son, 2nd Timothy, chapter 2, verses 1-7 was read by Miss Dorothy Ed- wards aird, a poem read by Miss Fear. Mrs. Michel read prayers for war woTrkhee mrs. eeting closed' with the hymn "Onward Christian Soldiers", Lunch was served by members...of Group 2, The June meeting will be held at the home of Mrs, lack Toner with Group 3 in charge. Attended Graduation Exercises Mrs. Thos. Bradnock was in Guelph on Thursday and Friday attending the Graduation and Tea for the General Hospital Graduating Class of which Miss ,Marjorie Hbekridge, niece of Mrs. tratinotk was a member, Mari- orie's nihny Gorrie friends will regret learning that she has been oil duty for nearly five weeks due to illness, however was able to attend graduation, All persons having claims against the estate of John William Fortune late of the Township orTurnberry in• the County of Huron, Farmer, de- ceased, who died on or about the twenty-third day of February, A, D. 1943, are notified to send to J, H. Crawford, Wingliam, Ontario, on or before the. twenty-second day of May, A, D, 1943, full particulars of their claims in writing. Immediately after the said twenty-second day of May, the assets of the said testator will be distributed amongst the partita en- titled thereto, having regard only to claims of which the executrix: shall then have notice. DATED this thirtieth day of April, A. D. 1.943. J. Pt CRAWFORD, Win el arn, Ontario, Solicitor for the Executrix, NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons having_ claims againAt the estate of Mary Stapleton late of the Township tri of Turnberry , in the County of UrOn,, Married Woman, who died oft or about the place without further notice. W. A. GALBRAT:r ti, NOTICE OF COURT OF REVISION TT Town Clerk. The Court of Revision of the Assessment Roll of the Township of Turnberry for the year 1943, will be held in Bluevale, on ,Monday, May 31st, 1943, at 3 o'clock in the after- noon. All appeals must be in the hands of the clerk, not later than Monday, May 24th, 1943. W. R. CRUIKSHANK, Clerk of Turnberry Twp. Wingham, Ontario. NOTICE TO CREDITORS SCRAP IRON WANTED [No Steal FULL GOVERNMENT PRICES PAID License No. 3177 Deliver any time week clays except Saturday's between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The Western Foundry Co. Limited wiNGFIAM MOPPING UP_ IN TUNIS This photograph was made during actual fighting as Allied forcer mopped-up in Tunis. The soldiers take shelter behind a Bren gun carrier to clean out snipers. Wanted Immediately For An Essential War Industry! • FIRST CLASS CABINET MAKERS & FINE, CARPENTERS also other skilled craftsmen interested in develop-. ing into first classpositions on Aircraft work, Top wages and good working conditions, in. West, ern Ontario City. War workers•not Apply nearest Employment & Selective Service Office, Refer to R. St 877, WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, May 20th, 194$ im0 0 ino=011=0=01===071=0=0=0===20=OL111 AUCTION SALE — of household FOR SALE — Doors and door cas- ,,, furniture and miscellaneous house- tugs. Apply Russell Walker. hold items will be held at corner of John and Edward streets, Wingham, at 2 p.m., on Saturday, May 22nd. The following is for sale: dining room suite, ;chest of drawers, 3 dressers, 2 double beds, 1 single bed, springs and mattresses, ball seat, living room sofa, 4 floor lamps with shades, 5 table Iamps with shades, 2 smoking stands, foot Stool, oak rocking chair, white porcelain top table, kithcen cupboard, mantle clock, several pairs of curtains and "drapes, taffetta bed spread and 2 pair matching curtains, mirrors, pictures, ironing board, assortment of dishes and vases, stretcher, tables, garden hose and many miscellaneous household items, TERMS: CASH. Matt. G4gnor, gnctioneer, J. H. Mc- 1.(aY, Proprietor, •••":"."."-,'.7"""•••••— • ----- II/2 cents a word per insertion, with a minimum charge of 25c. WA NT.. FARM—For sale or rent, bush, build- ings, and water supply, convenient , .,to Gorrie and Wroxeter. Mrs. Wm! Hastier Gorrie,' Out, FREE RENT, half of double house, VOA chicken house and stable, ih exchange for garden work etc. Apply Advance-Times. FOR SALE — Daisy Churn No. 2; set of stair steps suitable for out building, in good condition; quiet small driving mare. Apply Advance- Times. FOR SALE — Child's Iron. Crib, baby walker and pram, All in good condition. Apply Mrs. Gordon Machan, Josephine St. GIRL WANTED — For housework and care of children. Apply Mrs. H. P, Carmichael,. North End End Grocery. LAWN MOWERS —. sharpened and repaired. Shears and scissors sharp- ened. Work guaranteed, Lester Shiell, corner Alfred and Centre Sts, LAWN MOWERS — Shears, scissors sharpened and repaired. Apply to Les4 McDougall. MAID WANTED — For family of three adults, general housework. Apply Advance-Times, TEACHER WANTED — For S. S. No. 5, Morris. Recent graduates considered, Apply. stating salary, experience if any. Apply to Richard Procter, sec'y-trcas., R. R. No 5, Brussels, by June 1st, WANTED — Elderly lady for light housekeeping. Apply Ito Advance , Times. WANTED Second-hand kitchen table, drop teal preferred. Apply %Attrasee.Titnes, WROXETER Mr f,.trle Baker Of Hamilton, is spending some time with Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Higgins, Mrs, Frank Graham of Fordwich was also a week-end guest at the Higgin's home. Mr. and Mrs, Harvey Timm and children, were week-end guests of To- ronto friends, Miss Margaret Moffat spent the week-end with. her friend, Miss Nor- ma Brandon at. Toronto. Mrs. j, H, Wade, who had spent the past week with Mr, and Mrs. D. S. MacNaughton, returned to her home on Sunday, Mr. and Mrs, Thos. Brown also Mr, and Mrs, W, T. Maclean, were Sun- day visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Magee at Milverton, Mr. and Mrs, Henry Timm, List- owel, are spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs, Harvey Timm, 2nd line. Miss Margaret Spence, , Toronto, Mrs. C, Bride and son Harvey, New- bridge, were Sunday callers at the home of D. S. and Mrs. MacNaughton, Mrs, Thos. Heimpell was a week- end guest of Mr. and Mrs, S. Smythe at Hamilton, Cliff Denny, who is being trans- ferred to Crumlin, is ill at his home here, having suffered a slight attack of pneumonia, - Cliffs many friends hope he will soon be completely re- covered. . Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Allen, Mrs. J. J. Allen, Jimmie and Marjorie, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. FL Allen at' Brussels. Mrs. Ross Sanderson and Mrs. Win. Hart, were Toronto visitors on Mon- day last, District Annual The annual meeting of East Huron Women's Institutes will be held in Wroxeter on Wednesday, June 2nd. Morning session begins at 10 a,m., afternoon at 1.30. Owing to the ill- ness of the president, Mrs. F. Dem- rnerling of Fordwich, first vice presi- dent, Miss Olive Scott, Bluevale, will preside, and the guest speaker' will be Mrs-. Clarence Hayes of Georgetown. Delegates are expected from Ford- wich, Gorrie, Ethel, Bluevale and Brussels. Save Waste Fats Save your waste kitchen fats. Strain place in a wide-mouthed container and take to Red CrOss rooms any Wednes- day afternoon. Mrs. McKenney and Mrs. Maclean are the committee in charge. Women's Missionary Society The May meeting of the Women's Missionary Society was held on Thursday afternoon in the church school room. Mrs. J. Douglas was in charge and conducted the Devotion- al period opening with the hymn, "When Mothers of Salem", followed by Scripture reading and prayer. The Topic for the meeting was Christian Education and dealt with the training of children in the home. Some of the points brouglht out by the speaker were: To have confidence in your children; allow them to be themselves twentieth day of March, A. D. 1943, are notified to send to J. H. Crawford, Wingham, Ontario, on or before the twenty-second day of May, A. D. 1943, full particulars of their claims in writ- ing. Immediately after the said twenty-second day of May, the assets of the said testatrix will be distributed amongst the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to claims of which the executor shall then have notice. DATED this thirtieth day of April, A. D. 1943. J. H, CRAWFORD; Winghatn, Ontario, Solicitor for the Executor. MORTGAGE SALE OF FARM PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the powers contained in a certain mortgage, which Will be produced at time of sale, there will be offered for sale by public auction" on Saturday the 12th day of June, A,D., 1943, at the hour of 3 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Law Office of J. W. Bushfield, in the Town of Wingham, by the undersigned auc- tioneer, subject to a reserved bid, the following property, namely: • "ALL and singular that certain' parcel or tract of land and premises situate lying and being in the Town- ship of East Wawanosh in the County of Huron and Province of Ontario and being composed of the southerly 75%' acres of Lot No. 36 in the Eleventh Concession of the said Township of Eaast Wawanosh". On the said property there is a frame bank barn, frame house and con- siderable hush. TERMS: 10 per cent of the prin- cipal money to be paid down at the time of sale with 'the balance to be paid within 30 days thereafter. For further particulars and con- ditions of sale apply to the under- signed solicitor. DATED at Wingham, Ontario, this 18th day of May, A.D., 1943, J. W. I3USHFIELD, Wingham, Ontario, Solicitor for the Mortgagee. MATT. GAYNOR, Esq, Auctioneer. CARD OR THANKS Mr. Hector MacKay and family wish to' express their sincere apprec- iation to their neighbours and friends for their ads of kindness and expres- Sibtil bf sympathy during their ber- eavement of a loving wife and mother. New Commander-in-Chid Rear-Admiral L. W. Murray, R,C,N., who has been appointed commander - in - chief, Canadian North West Atlantic, becomes the first Canadian commander-in-chief in world war II to assume the operational direction of a vital war area. Well schooled in anti-sub- marine operations, Admiral Murray knows, from personal experience in this war and last, the battle of the Atlantic, and think for themselves; do not be too severe or strict in your training; set them a good example. The ,come is the place to develop character, fit- ting the child for future life in 'the church and community. The hymn, "0 God of Love 0 King of Peace" and the prayer for peace, brought the meeting to a close. Damage By Flood Wroxeter experienced its - worst flood in several years last week, when following the heavy rains, Gorrie clam gave way, the onrush of water cover- ing the roadway and surrounding the homes, of T. Hempen, Win. Hart and Ken Edgar, while the centre of the road remainedopassable the sides were washed out and will require a good deal of repairing. A good many citiz- ens remained watching most of the night. The water was said to be higher than a previous flood which took the old bridge away. Born—to Mr. and Mrs. James Sanderson (nee Hyslop) in Rosetown, Sask. hospital, on May 2nd, a son (Donald Stewart). Bill Martin, now stationed at Mont- real, is spending several days with his mother in town. Miss Edythe Martin, R.N., Hamilton, was a week-end visit- or at her home here. Temperance Sermons Given Sunday At the morning services in three of the local churches temperance repre- sentatives gave the address, Hey. H. E. Wellwood spoke in the Presbyter- ian Church, Rev. Mr. Cook in the Baptist Church and Mr. Fred Lewis in the United Church. GORRIE Rev. Streeter of Blyth occupied the pulpit in St. Stephens Anglican Church here on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. James T, Shera and Shirley spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Hill at Moorefield. Mr. B. J. Maguire spent Monday and Tuesday last week in Toronto. Pte. Kenneth Underwood of Camp Ipperwash is spending a couple of weeks at his thome here: Miss Janet McKee, Toronto, visited her sister, Mrs. John Wylie and brother, Mr. Geo. McKee over the week-end, The Gorrie branch of the Legion held a very successful dance here on Friday night when they had Frankie Banks of London supply the mniic with outstanding Band. The' event drew such a large crowd they are slated for a return. engagement short- ly., Mrs. Jack R. Farrow of Gorrie left last week to join her thusband, who has teen stationed at Sussex, New Bruns- wick:. Stores Closed Wednesday Afternoons In making the announcement in last weeks issue re the opening of the stores here on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturday nights we failed to say that Wednesday afternoon beginning this week and until the end of August will be half holiday. For the past number of years this has not been a custom here, so that it will be neces- sary to keep the holiday in mind, Graduate At Guelph Hospital Miss Marjory J, Hoekridge received her diploma and pin at. th8 graduation exercises last week for nurses-ht-train- ing at Guelph General Hospital. High Water Did Malt Damage On Tuesday the deluge of rain" did a great deal of damage to our village, .following an entire spring season of repeated rains, the babbling brooks were very shortly turned into rivers, churning and Swirling away until cal- vertS, fences and almost everything was washed Way in its wake. On the north end of Italn street just below S 0 0 0 FARM HELP WANTED . An experienced working herdsman, married man, for well established pure bred beef. herd, including g show herd. Good wages and bonus. House, elec- tric light, telephone and garden. Ap- ply stating age, experience and wages expected. Windsweep Farms. Room 704 - 357 Bay Street, Toronto. COURT OF REVISION Town of Wingham A Court of Revision on the Assess- ment Roll of the Town of Wingliam for the year 1943 will be held at the Town Hall, on Tuesday evening, May 25th, 1943 at 8;30 o'elock. Parties having business at the said Court will attend at the said time and We feel Howick is worthy of our heartiest congratulations on being the highest municipality: in the county in the Fourth Victory Loan, winning 129 per cent. of their quota. Truly, How- ick does know how to "Back the Attack". Sgt. Major and Mrs. Bert Able of Listowel and Mr. and Mrs. Carl New- ton and sons of Toronto, were Sunday guests with their brother, Mr. R. G. and Mrs. Newton. Mr. and Mrs. Snelling of Listowel, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. S. Finlay. Mrs. Young (nee Edna Davidson) of Sebringville, was the week-end guest of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur L. Stephens. Pte, Earl Harrison of Camp Ipper- wash, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. Harrison. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Gallaher were 'Brantford visitors on - Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Jack King and Miss Jean, Toronto, visited with his mother, Mrs. Chas. King on Monday. Killed In. Action, After 7 weeks of sus en following the telegram of missing in air oper- ations, word was received on Wednes- day last from R.C.A,F. headquarters in Ottawa by Mr. •and Mrs, R. G. Newton of the fact that their son, Flt.-Sgt, John MacArthur Newton was officially reported killed in Germany on March 27, To Mr. and Mrs, New- ton and family go the sympathy of the entire community. Jack as he was so well and favourably known here, joined the R.C.A.F. in 1940, began his training at Manning Pool, Toronto on January 1st. His course of training taking him to Picton, Ottawa, Mont- real and finally received his wings at Jarvis, leaving almost immediately for England where he arrived on Xmas Day 1940. During his 10 months of operation- al flights over occupied territory, he: had the honour of winning two mem- orial plaques for excellent work over. Essen and Brennen, and was mention- ed as a member of an all Canadian- crew who hit their targets over Essen• in the early spring. Jack, who was the first airman from Gorrie to have received his wings, was in his 23rd year and was on. his 31st trip when his plane crashed. We understand he was due for 6 months leave shortly. Jack went overseas as a wireless gunner, but had two ad- vancements, being made bomb aimer and later Flight Sergeant. His edu- cation was received in Gorrie Public and Wroxeter 'Continuation Schools.. He leaves his parents, two brothers,. Sgt. W. E., of PetaWawa and Tom,. also three sisters, Shirley, Betty and Nancy, who mourn a loving son and brother. Female Help WANTED FOR WORK IN DOOR FACTORY Apply to National Selective Serv- ice Office Listowel, Ont. Order No. 530