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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-10-07, Page 1SIOSeriptions $2.00 Per Tear WINGHANI, ONTARIO, (THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7th, 1943 Single Copies Five Cents With Which Is Amalgamated The Garde Vidette and VVioxeter es. Form' Representatives Also Chosen On Monday at Wingham High School. the following officers were elected by .the Literary Society: , Hon. Pres.—Capt. W. J Adams. President—Bill Galbraith'. 1st Vice-Pres.—Elizabeth Young. 2nd. Vice-Pres.-7Tommy, ,Lbelstfidge. Seer'etary—Frank Treasuler—Mary Kinahan. Press Reporters—Beth Budges, Ed- ward Brophy. Prophetess—Mildred Fitzpatrick. Marshal—John Abraham. Form Representatives — Grade 13, Grace Parker and John Abraham; grade 12, Grace Coulter' and Don Hoffman; grade 11, Mary Wheeler and Ross Procter; grade 10, Barbara Ross and Jim Colborne; grade 9A; Wilma Dark and Jim Hall; grade 9B, Leslie Mae Wall and Allan MacKay; commercial, Carrie Higgins and Bill Field, Dance At The Royal T • Friday :site this week and every week. Music by McDowell's Orches- tra. Dancing from 10 to 2. Admis'- sion 35 cents. RED SHIELD HOME FRONT APPEAL Captain Bennet is glad to' be able to announce that the Home Front. Ap- peal in this district is progressing favourably, and the amount received to date is approximately $600. This, however, is still short of the quota for town which is $1,300. Those of you who have not yet given, make your donation to the canvasser who calls on you this week, and your help will be greatly appreciated by those who are less fortunate than we, •Sold Crushing Outfit N Mr. Joe Kerr has sold his gravel crushing outfit to John Wayne of Allenford who gets pbsseSsionon November 1st, Joe retained his trucks, Now A Major Congratulations to Capt. W. A. (Dr.) McKibbon who had been pro- moted to the rank of Major. Major McKibbon has been on service in the Old Land for sometime, ' .Eugagement..Auhouncernent..,:zr',.',,.7t" The engagement is announced of Shirley Annabelle, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert MacLean, to John, only son 'of Mr. and Mrs. John Donaldson, of Acton, Ontario, The marriage to take place in October, Gorrie Anniversary Services The Anniversary Services of the Gorrie Presbyterian Church will be held October 10th, at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. The special -preacher will be Rev. Dr. W. A. Cameron of Toronto, Supt, of Missions, The, soloist at the services will be Mrs. C. McCarron. HIGH SCHOOL LIT. NAMED OFFICERS Bingo Well Attended The Legion Bingo held in the Council Chambers on Saturday night was attended. by a large number. These Saturday night bingos to raise funds for Overseas Smokes are very popular and will be continued each Saturday night. Hospital Auxiliary Annual Friday The Annual meeting and election of officers of the Ladies' Auxiliary to Wingham Hospital, will be held in, the Council Chamber on Friday, October 8th, it 3 o'clock, Reports of the years' work will be 'received and all ladies interested in the work of the 'hospital are asked to attend. Presided at London Conference ' Mr. R. C. McClenaghart of White- church as president of the London Conference Young Peoples Union, conducted the conference meetings at London last week. Miss Vera Was- nidge was elected president far the ensuing year and Mr. McClenaghan was placed in charge of Young Peoples organisation work for Canada for. the. United Church, Woman 'Screams Would-be-Thief Runs On Monday evening Mrs. H, B. Elliott was given a bad fright as the was proceeding north on, Yosephine Street opposite Cook's factory. It was about eight o'clock and the street lights had not yet come on when the felt a hand on her shoulder and a voice' said, give me that purse. Mrs. ,Elliott screamed for help and the lights came on and . the would-be4hief ran away as quickly as he could, He was ap- parently a Man of Mature age and was wearing a light rain or fall coat, PRESBYTERIAL RALLY WILL HE HELD ON WED. NEXT WEEK Maitland Presbyterial Society Will Convene At Whitechurch ---• The Maitland Presbyterial Society of the W,11/1,S, of the 'Presbyterian Church in Canada, will hold a rally in Chalmer's Church, Whitechurch, on, Wednesday, October 13th, at 2 o'clock, Teeswater Auxiliary will conduct the devotional exercises and definite Prayers will be offered by members from Brussels, South Kinloss and Lucknow, Mrs, Hugh Jack, Seaforth, president 'of Huron W.M,S. Presby- terial, will be the guest speaker. The Presbyterial president, Mrs. F. G. Fowler, ,Bluevale, will bring a mes- sage, Each auxiliary will - answer the roll call by giving some helpful feature of the years' work, The treasurer's report will be presented. The Wingham Branch of the Red Cross Society acknowledge the fol- lowing donations received during the month of September, and wishes to thank the donors for their gifts: Miss M. E. Adams, 1 knitted shoul- der shawl; Miss Jane McGregor, 2 quilt tops; Mrs. Hinde, 1 quilt top and 1 wool scarf; Miss Annie McBurney, 1 quilt; Miss Isard, wool for children's 'sweaters; Women's Institute, 5 quilts; Bluevale Red Cross Unit, ,5 quilts, 1 pair socks,. 2 quilts, 5 pairs size 8, pyjamas, 10 size 4, dresses; 9th Turn- berry, 1 afghan, 8 quilts; Whitechurch Red Cross Unit, 10 quilts, 1 crib quilt; Mrs. George McClenaglian, 1 quilt; 4th Turnberry, per Miss Flor- ence Fowler,, 4 quilts, Cash Donations: Mrs. A. Taylor, $5.00; "A Friend", $5.00; Mrs. J. A, Wilson $2,00; A group of boys and girls (Dthiglas Richey, Bob Kress, Joseph Brown, John, Grace and Florence Hudson) $1.82; 'Concert sponsored' by Lionel Gallagher and Wally Haselgrove, $1.88, Due to the fine weather' last week there was considerable activity in bowling circles, On Tuesday evening Lucknow held a doubles tournament with four pairs from here taking part. Reg, DuVal and Wally Miller won 'fourth prize. On Wednesday 'Wally Miller skip- ped a trebles rink to fourth place at Seaforth, Tire other members of the rink were Art Wilson and Bert Porter, On Thursday night the local club were represented at Hanover by two pairs. A jitney was held on the Friday evening with a number from Lucknow taking part. The attendance \\45 not as large as anticipated due to the drop in temperature late in the afternoon and the heavy fog, WITH 'THE BOWLERS Party Held For Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Mitchell at Belgrave , A large crowd gathered in the Forester's Hall, Belgrave, on Tuesday evening of last week in honour of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Mitchell of Wing- ham, whose marriage Was a recent event and presented them with many beautiful gifts. The evening was spent in dancing to the music of Arthur's orchestra, Following an intermission when lunch of sandwiches and coffee was served, Mr, and Mrs, Mitchell were called to the front by 'George Taylor, a former schoolmate of Mrs. Mitchell, who read an Address and asked them to .accept the gifts. Mr. Mitchell re- plied in ,an appropriate manner after which the orchestra led the group in the singing of "For They are Jolly Good riellOWS." Mrs. Mitchell was formerly Miss Mae Perdue, daughter of Met, Perdtte and the late Harry'rerclue of ileigrave, formerly of East Wawanosh, CAPT. PLATT WON PISTOL SHOOT IN ENGLISH MATCH Former Wingham Constable Retains klis Shooting Eye Attended Conference The mission workers at Grade Chap- el recently attended the annual con- ference which was held at •Gormley. Farewell Message Sunday Miss V. Sohwass, who has been with Grace Chapel, here for the past year has been transferred. to Petrolia, Ont, On Sunday evening next at 7.30 o'clock, Miss Schwass will deliver her farewell message, MisS R. Hostetler will. be coming to assist at the Chapel here. DOLLS DONATED BY SCHOOL PUPILS Letter of Appreciation Received .By Principal Beattie The following letter was recived by Mr, T. S. Beattie, principal of the Public School, from the St, Clair War. Comforts, Toronto. It' reads as fol- lows: Dear' Sir: • Several days ago we received a let- ter from your school, stating you were sending a number of dools to us for overseas. I am pleased to Say that the dolls were delivered to me on Sat. urday and we are very grateful for all your assistance, It is good, to know that there are so many people willing to help make others' happy, and I know that many little girls will haveoa happier Christ- mas because of the dollies your pupils have so freely giVen. We expect that .we will be able to send more than a hundred dolls to Britain, as well as Many small toys for the boys. Will yoU please Convey bur thanks to all the 'pupils and the teachers, it was good of them to be so interested in our work, VOttrs Gratefully, . Mrs. VV, G. Pearson, Pitt, MR. AND 'MRS,..PYM. • RECEIVE SAD NEWS Received Word Their Son Flight Sergeant William Harold Pym Presumed Dead `4, The sympathy ;:if this community is extended to Mx; and Mrs, Harold Victor Pym Avhp',recthrect a telegram Saturday evening stating that their son, Flight Sergeant. William Harold Pym is missing believed killed,4 The message read "Regret to advise Inter- national Red Cross quoting German information, state: your son Fit, Serg- eant William Harold Pym lost his life July 4th but does not give additional particulars. Pending further informa- tion your son is to be considered miss- ing believed . killed," Bill was' reported missing after air operations on July 4th. He had been operational flying for nearly a year and had only four more trips to make when he would have been transferred to other work. He' enlisted in July 1941 and in April 1942 graduated as a' Sg'. Air Gunner. . He. arrived in England in May the same year. He was 21 years of age,. A native 'of Exeter he came to Wingham in 1939 from Lis- towel, his father having accented the position of choir leader and organist at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Again we extend sympathy to Mr, and Mrs, Pym, 'their daughter, Mrs. R. G. Rae (Marion) and their son, Jack. COUNCIL TO HAVE CIVIC EMERGENCY WOOD PILE HERE All Citizens Area Urged To Procure AssMuch Wood As Possible at Once. Civic Pile Only For Emergency. In an effort ta protect those who run short of fuel during the winter and are unable to procure same, the Wingham council:- has arranged to set up a civic wood lot for emergency purposes only. .This wood will be stored at J. Falconer's wood yard and Nvi,11 be supplied ib emerg-ency„cases,:at- the rate of $5.75 a cord for hard wood and $4.75 a cord forAsoft wood, All sales must be for cash:, The report of the recent, fuel survey made by the council shoWed that at that time the following fuel was re- quired to complete the supply for the season, 2800 cords of wood, 2066 tons of anthracite, coal, 714 tons cf blower coal, 575 tons of soft coal, In view 'of the above report and after other inquiries the council held (Continued on page four) Had Tonsils Removed Capt. Lorne Kress underwent an operation for the removal of his ton- sils in London recently. Transferred to Dafoe LAC. George Lloyd who has been attending I, T. S. at Toronto, has been transferred to Dafoe, Sask., for his navigator course. Patriotic Dance , School section No. 2, Cuirass, Tues- day, October 12. Tickets to be sold on comforter, tablecloth and tray. Good music by Tiffin's Orchestra, Lunch served. Dancing starts at 9,30 sharp, Willis Tipping Conducting The 10-piece R.C.A.F. Orchestra will play for a dance in the Beach Pavilion; Kincardine, on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 11th, Admis- sion 50c, One night only, Don't miss this one, Had Finger Amputated As a result of having his finger in- jured while operating a planer at his factory on Thursday, Charles Cook was rushed to Wingham General Hospital where the middle finger of left hand was ain,ptitated. RUMMAGE SALE SAT., OCTOBER 16 The Rummage Sale, which is spon- sored every fall by the Ladies' Auxil- iary to Wingham General Hospital,' will be held in the Council Chamber oh Saturday afternoon, October ldth, Donations are asked for; furniture, dishes, clothing, shoes, in fact anything you can bring will be sold. All art- icles are to be left at the Council Chambers on Friday, October 15, so that they may be priced. If you can- not bring your donations, phone 19, Mrs, W. M. Connell, and they will be called for, This is the event you have been waiting for, so be on hand on Saturday afternoon, October 16, NAVY LEAGUE 'TO SEND DITTY SAGS ' From .Societies Qr Local Committee' A* AUSt4tance The Wingham. Committee of . the Navy League is this year filling Ditty Bags for the sailors of the merchant marine. Any 'organization o'r individ- ual that would undertake to fill one or more of these Ditty Bags ,please contact Mrs. R. H, Lloyd or call at the Red Cross, Rooms,. Any person wishing, map donate articles , from the following list by leaving them at the Red Cross rooms, Tuesday or Thursday afternoons. Suggestions; Pair of socks; tooth brush; tooth powder; shaving soap; cigarettes; writing ,paper and envelopes; small book or Digest; New Testament; hard candy; cake in tin container, not glass; canned goods; soup or fish; first aid kit or adhesiVe tape and band aid. Small towel and wash cloth; cigar- ette paper; pipe and tobacco, tobacco pouctsspen or pencils; game or puzzle; ,playing cards; felt insoles; handker- chiefs; flashlight and refill; ash tray; small memo book;, small calendar; whisk; mouth organ; package sweet biscuits, nuts, raisins; homemade candy or toffee (tin container); maple sugar (tin, .container); can or bottle opener; comb; small mirror (metal); raze'• blades; safety pins; flints for lighters; tin condensed milk; "house- wife, This work calls for your immediate attention as the Ditty Bags must be filled and away before Noveniber 1st, SPECIAL MEETING FOR RETAIL DEALERS Representatives Of The Wartime Prices and Trade Board To Speak To Merchants Sponsored by the Wartime Prices and Trade Board as .a means of dis- covering problems of retail dealers and offering advice on the best methods 'of meeting -these problems, a clinic will he'llelci in tlie•;Ctoun.Cil 'CliaMhers' here, at 8,30 p.m., Thursday, October 14th. Retail merchants of Wingham and district will ,,hear an address by J. E. O'Brien, of the Management Service Division of the Wartime Prices and Trade Board, after which they will take part in a round-table discussion. The meeting is one of a series scheduled for the Western Ontario region of the Board, It is proposed to acquaint dealers with wartime regu- lations, to discuss supplies, and prob- lems of management. Dealers will be asked to present their problems and solutions will be offered. Gave Address at Exeter At a meeting of the Hurondale Wo- men's Institute at Exeter on Wednes- day last week, Mrs, A. R. DuVal of town was the guest speaker, The sub- ject of her address was "Tire Tragedy of Huronia", Turnberry Group Made Donation . The Red Cross group of the 9th line of Turnberry met last week in Gilmour's school, One quilt was quilted, and two afghans were given in. Ten dollars was given to the Sal- vation Army, Home Front Appeal. The next meeting will be in tire school on Thursday, October 7th, Dance At Powell's School Friday di The 6th line of Turnherry group of war workers are.holding a dance in Powell's school on Friday evening 'of this week. Tiffin's 'orchestra will sup- ply music for dancing from 9.30 till 2. Lunch will be served and provided by the section. Come out and help the ladies. Admission 25 cents. Pupils Gathered Milk Weed The pupils of Wingham Public School have during the war taken part in many activities in connection with the war effort. Their latest venture was the gathering of,milk weed. leaves which will be used in experimenting on the manufacture of synthetic rub- ber. A competition was held and 17 sacks of leaves were collected. Now Chief Technical Officer and Mrs. Wm, B. Reid have received word from their son, Pilot Officer Scott Reid, that lie had been appointed Chief Technical Officer for a station in Scotland. He is at pres- ent attending Ail officers' course in Wales,5'Scott says in his letter that he is in the best of health and that the climate agrees' with him. Scott's friends here will be pleased to know that he is doing well and enjoyingi good health. Lloyd Ellacott Overseas Mrs. Lloyd Ellacott has received word that her husband has arrived smafiedl_yNoit: i)ersea:cs. 4.; At tire Royal T, October 1.0th with music by Elliott Carrothers. Dancing from 12.05 to 3 a.m. Admission 50 cents, This will be a Royal T anni- versary dance and a large attendance is expected. Bride.To-Be Showered On Monday night the home. of Mis's Edna Mitchell was the scene of a loVel3; party in honour of Miss Shirley MacLean,' bride-to-be of this month. About 30 were present and Miss Mac- Lean was presented with a pantry shelf shower, Games were played and a tasty lunch served, Assisting Miss Mitchell were Lillian Ellacott and- Grace Small, TEESWATER MINISTER HEADS ASSOCIATION District Ministerial Association Held Opening Fall Meeting The Wingham and District Minis— terial Association held its opening meeting of the season at the home of the president, Rev, Campbell Tavener. There were representatives from Wingham, Lucknow, Teeswater, 13e1- more, ilelgrave and 13luevale. The maid feature of business was the elec- tion of officers for the coming year. The Rev. R. N. Stewart of Teeswater was elected pre'sident and Rev. E. O. Gallagher of Wingliam was re-elected. secretary-treasurer. A hearty vote of thanks was accord- ed to Rev. C. Tavener for the efficient way he had conducted the meetings during the past year; and also to Rev, E. 0. Gallagher for the faithful work as secretary-treasurer, Following the business Mr. Tavener gave a review' of Wendel Wilkie's book — "0,,ne World". He spoke of the. great changes that have taken place in the various -countries visited by Mr. Wit- ide during his world tour; Turkey, China, Russia and other places, .sltow4 ing how the world was being brought eloser together. A dainty lunch was served by the hostess, Mrs. Tavener, assisted 2y Mrs, Ileteroft, Mrs, Gal- lagher, Mrs. Dunlop and. Mrs. Powler.: TWO LOCAL BOYS NOW NAVIGATORS Wm. James Hamilton Find H, Darrell Biggs Graduated as Air Navigators at Crumlist on, Friday • Two local boys 'are deserving of double congratulations. They are Win. James Hamilton, son of Mr, and Mrs, Wm, G. Hamilton, fated Herbert Dar- rell Biggs, son of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Biggs. They are deserving of double honours as 'they graduated at Crumlin on Friday as Air Navigators.and they both ,received their commissions as Pilot Officers due to their excellent standing, These two boys have been pals for a long time and their training so far 'has been identical, They attended Wingham High School at the 'same time and following graduation were separated for a time, Jim joined the staff in C. Lloyd & Sons office and Darrell entered the Dominion Bank and was• transferred to Toronto. In 'August last year they enlisted and reported to Manning Depot, To- ronto. Their ,next step was to Cen- tralia and from there they went to No, 1 Initial Training School, Toronto, The final phase of their training was at No. 4, A.O.S., Crumlin, and while there they flew in the same plane. They are here on two weeks furlough, Attending the Wings parade on Fri- day were, Mr. and Mrs, Win. G. Ham- ilton and Dorothy; Mr. and Mrs. R, H. Lloyd and Betty; Mr. and Mrs. Percy Biggs and Donald; Miss Betty Lyman and Mrs. Campbell of Toron- to, and Mrs. Wm. Johnston. THANKSGIVING DAY IS MONDAY NEXT Wednesday Afternoon Will Also Be Holiday 'Next Week Shoppers are advised to prepare for a long week-end: as Monday, October 11th, Thanksgiving Day, will be a holiday and places of business here will be closed all day. The attention of the public is also drawn to the fact that the usual Wed- nesday half holiday will also be 'ob- served next week. • Enlisted With 31st Brigade Group Sgt, Leslie Buckman has enlisted with the Motor Transport Division of the 31st Brigade group. Attended Teachers' - Federation Conference A Regional Conference of the Teachers' 'Federation was held in Ryerson School, London, on Saturday, October 1st. Mrs. Louise Jacob of Lower Wingham School and Miss Agnes Williamson of the Public Staff attended as delegates.' A conference will be held in Victoria School, Goderich; on October 16th, for teachers of Huron county. SEPT. DONATIONS TO THE RED CROSS BRIDE AND GROOM WERE HONOURED HOWICIC FAIR WAS • GREAT SUCCESS When Captain T. W. (Bert) Platt was on the police force here prior to his enlistment, he made a name for himself as one of the finest revolver shots in Canada, After going over- seas with the 100th Battery, R.C.A., he continued to win revolver matches, His latest feat in this regard was to capture the 1943 pistol championship of the world-famous Ham and Peter- sham Rifle Club of Richmond, Eng- land. Besides this piece of fine shooting he recently won second place in inter- allied competition •held in the Old Land for proficiency with small arms, Capt. 'Platt is at present with the No. 1 Canadian Army Retaining Unit. BATTERY HELD FINAL SCHEME During Summer Ten Full Day Exercises Were Held On Sunday the 99th (Reserve) Battery held their final all-day exer- cise for this year's training. During the summer they have had ten Such schemes which have proved not only interesting but informative, On Sunday the manoeuvers were held 'at London bridge. Lunch was served on the field and on returning to the armouries a chicken dinner was enjoyed, Had Gas Training On' Friday night the mobile gas chamber was at 'the armouries arid those present were given gaS drill, This unit, will make another trip here for further instruction. A dance for members of the battery, their wives and lady friends will be held itt the artnOttries on Thursday night this week, There will be good music and lunch will be served. LOAN QUOTAS SET AT HIGHER FIGURE • County Quota For 5th Victory Loan $2,975,000 An Increase of $85,000 It was announced to-day by Victory Loan Headquarters that the quota for the general canvass in the Fifth Vic- tory Loan will be. $2,975,000, an in- crease of $85,000 over the quota of $2,890,000 in the Fourth Loan. The Quota for the Air Training Schools in the County,is being set by Training Command and will be added to the above quota, The Quota for the Air Training Schools amounted to $150,000 in the Fourth Loan, making the combined Quota for the • County $3,040,000. The following is the breakdown for the canvassing districts in • Huron County: District Qiiota Ashfield Township $ 103,000 West Wawanosh Twp. 67,000 ' Colborne 64,000 Goderich (Town) 430;000 East Wawanosh Twp. 69,000 Wingham 188;000 Turnberry '79,000 Howick Township s 229;500 Morris Township 91,000 Grey Township 116,000 Brussels 76,500 Blyth 46,500 Tuckersmith Township 100,000 McKillop Township 100,000 Hulled Township 100,000 Seaforth 170,000 Clinton. 184,000 Stanley Township 99,000 Goderich Township 82,000 Hensall & Hay East 99,500 Zurich & Hay West 92,000 Usborne Township 97,000 Exeter 151,000 Stephen Township 135,000 $2,975;000 The towns and villages are each given an increased quota, Goderich $15;000, Clinton $10,000, Seaforth $9,000, Exeter $4,000, Brussels $3,500, Blyth $7,500, Wingham $3,000, Hen- sall and Hay E. $2,500, Zurich and Hay W, $2,000; Howick has been given a jump of $38,500, while W. Wawanosh rates a decreg'se of $10.- 000. BINGO! 'BINGO! For good prizes attend the Bingo held :in the Council Chambers each Saturday evening under the auspices of the Legion and the Ladies Auxil- iary, Proceeds from these Bingos are used for smokes for the boys Over- seas, or for 'post war •work among soldiers in the New Army. Good prizes, quick play at the Legion Bingo held each Saturday evening. Alt classes Well Filled, Some Had, More Entries Than Last Veer On. Saturday the Howick Agricul- tural Society held their 84th Annual Fall Fair, when perfect weather eon- ditions prevailed and greeted the over increasing crowds which each year are present. The Walkerton Ladies' Band led the parade ,of school' children and were generous with musical numbers throughout the afternoon. The fair got away to a good start on. Friday when many entries in class- es displayed in the hall were entered, with a large number in the plant and flower class. Regardless of rations the pies were many, as were other lines of the Domestic Science, with the canning entries few in number, The Ladies' work entries were well filled as were the school children's entries which 'created much interest for all, as did their musical numbers, a new, feature on the fair programme. Mr. J. H. Neil was again present with his ever-interesting display of antiques, numbering some 126 gather- ed from here and there in Howick and. elsewhere, each a study in itself, Two of the many articles being the early manufacture of meal, and the ancient manipulation of the sawing of timbers, all in miniature. Fordwich as well as Gorrie had Red Cross displays -worthy of mention with Gorrie Institute being the 'only entry for the Thrift Exhibit, which was to show the uses of Cereal Grains—wheat and oats. A fair display marked the Howick Garden Brigade. There was an equally fine showing of cattle, hogs, sheep and more entries in the horse classes than last year. The grain classes bore evidence of the Season. The CKNX Ranch Boys supplied the music for the dance in the hall on Friday night, which proved very suc- cessful, as did the ever-popular CKNX Barn Dance which was broadcast from., the stage here On Fair night, and the concluding- item: on the fair program- me was the old tyme dance following the broadcast, when the hall was filled to enjoy both themselves and music, (Continued on page two) » '