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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-10-21, Page 1FIFTH VICTORY LOAN IS IN FULL SWING Quotas Are More. Money Is Required To Speed The Victory The Fifth Victory Loan officially opened at 8 a.m, Monday morning, October 18th, 1943, The Rev, W, A. Beecroft, in an opening address over CKNX, appealed to the citizens of Huron- to back this—Canada's largest -Victory ,,,Loan—to the limit. Early reports from the Huron Coun- ty Headquarters indieated, that the Salesmen in each district are hard at work, and are receiving a good re- sponse from all types of investors, Huron County has ' always done a marvelous job in all Victory Loans and War Savings Certificates drives, and we have an enviable record. We have done it before—we can do it again. Lets . all give our. Salesman a friendly reception by buying more Bonds and speeding the Victory. Quota Increased by $85,000 Headquarters have just been advis- ed that the quota for the Air Tr'aining Schools of Huron County in the Fifth Victory Loan will be $150,000. The quota for the citizens of Huron is $2,975,000, This makes a total quota for Huron County of $3,125,000., an increase of ,$85,000. over the FoUrth Victory Loan quota. In additiOn to the above, the Special Names Division have a quota of $150,000„ (that is, those purchasers of , $25,000.,, and over). Mr. G. L. Persons, Chairman of the Special Names Section of the County, announced on Monday morn- ing, that they had reached their quota, Wingham Quota $188,000 The quota for Wingham has been set at $188,000 an increase of $3,000- over that of the last, Victory Loan. Wingham has met every obligation during the war and the committee are certain that our citizens will again go over the top. It is no easy task however, so all will have to help "Speed the Victory". GRANDMOTHER'S TO ATTEND INSTITUTE Cordial Invitation Extended To ,All Ladies To Attend A hearty invitation is extended to all members also non members to the Grandmother's meeting of the Woe men's Institute which will be held in the Council Chambers at 3 p.m., on Friday, October 28th. As it is grand- mother's day a special invitation is extended to all grandmothers to be present. Roll call will be answered by telling one's racial origin. The- hostesses will be Mrs. G. Gannett, Mrs. M. Bell, Mrs. H. Aitcheson, Mrs. W. Williamson. Attending Convention in Toronto Mrs. I, Morey, superintendent of Wingham General Hospital, is attend- ing the Ontario Hospital Association annual convention which is being held in Toronto, Wednesday and Thursday this week. , Enlisted With The Wrens `,Miss Mary Cruikshank, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benson Cruikshank, has enlisted with the Women's Royal Naval Service. The date for her to report for duty has not yet been set but it is expected that it will be in the near future, Remembrance Day November 11th The Dominion Government has left it with each municipality to decide as td whether November 11th, Remem- brance Day will be a public holiday. No doubt an announcement will be made for Wingham following the counicl meeting, November 7th... BLOOD DONOR CLINIC HERE OCTOBER 27th If Yott Rave Not Yet Registered Please Do So Without Delay. +.14, Arrangements are now complete for the holding of McAbee Red Cross Mo- bile Blood donor clink here on. Wed- nesday morning„ October 27th. This is the eighth such clinic to be held here under the auspices of the Wingham Red Cross. To continue these clinics every five weeks it 'is necessary to have a very large number of donors registered, At present the list is still too small so alt are urged, Who have riot done so, to hand their names itt at once to the Red Cross rooms, Tuesday or Thursday after- noon or to MetOblut'S 1::/rug 'Store,. Your donatiort ittay save the life of one of our brave soldiers, sailors or airmen, MISSIONARY GROUPS HELD FALL RALLY AT WHITECHURCH Special Speaker At Maitland Presby- terial Was Mrs, Hugh Jack of Seaforth The Fall Rally of Maitland Presby- terial Society of the WAILS.. of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, was held in Chalrner's church, Whites church, on Wednesday afternoon with a good attendance, Almost all the auxiliaries being represented. The vice-president, Mrs, Guthrie Reed of Teeswater presided, read the call to worship and led in prayer, The read- ing of a -thanksgiving psalm and medi- tation by Mrs. Ballagh of Teeswater was followed with prayer by Mrs. Ringrose of Teeswater, On behalf of the VVhitechuich auxiliarjr, Mrs. Wal• ters extended a hearty welcome, Prayers on definite subjects were offered by Mrs. S. Kerr of Brnasels, Miss Deen McLeod of South Kinloss, and Mrs. A. Mowbray, Lucknow. Helpful ideas were exchanged on "Some special feature of the meetings" in answer to the roll call, A m,essage in song by Mrs. Donald Rae and Miss F. 'Wilson of Wingham, was enjoyed. ' The guest speaker, Mrs. Hugh Jack, of Seaforth, president of Huron Pres- byterial, was introduced and after ex- tending greetings from the Presbyter- ial, she announced her subject, "What Christian Missions are doing for the World today and what should we do to face Mission questions after the war." In speaking of China she said, (Continued on page five) 'Anniversary Services At Belgrave Anniversary Services in connection with Knox Presbyterian Church, Bel- grave, will be held on Sunday, Octo- ber 24th with services at 11 a.m. con- ducted- by Rev. A. H. Wilson-, White- church, and at 7.30 p.m. conducted by Rev. S.. Kerr, of Brussels. Special music is being provided for the oc- casion including the Men's Choir of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Wingliatn, under -the direction of H. V, Pym at' the evening service. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend these services. SEND OVERSEAS MAIL AT ONCE That Is For Christmas Delivery Those who are sending parcels to those on service overseas are reminded that such -mail should be posted not later than November 1st., to assure delivery for Christmas, If possible mail your parcels prior to that date as this will be of great -assistance to the overseas mail depots. • MORE STORES HERE TO CLOSE AT 10 O'CLOCK SATURDAY Starting November 1st, the grocery and butcher stores of town will close at 10 o'clock sharp, on Saturday evenings. This arrangement will con- tinue until the 1st Saturday in May when further announcement will be made as to the closing hour, -ts 174E WAY I SEE Moo ANNIE'S GOTA POST-WAR.. 'PLAN 'WIZ A NEW .SE WIN' MACHINE Sfielc a w"/Al Pieto44, Bonds TRIP THROUGH THE FOUNDRY PROVED VERY INTERESTING Many Improvements" Made During The Past Couple of Years. After the coreplimentary Lions Luncheon held at the Foundry recenty an inspection trip of the various buildings and operations that were in progress was made by the Lions and guests. We were ,priviledged to be one of the guests and feel that we should make opr readers aequainted . with the Foundry to a greater degree than most likely they are at present, Before' starting on a trip of the foundry we would like to give our impression, in a general way, as we drove into the grounds. The exterior of the buildings are very attractive in their coat of red paint and the grounds vi'?ere clean and tidy. The grounds have been recently plowed and level- led ready for seeding. When this is done the grounds will be even more attractive and incidentally the fire hazard will be cut considerably. Speaking of fire protection the Foundry now have their own fire company made up of men in the vari- ous shops. The fire hose is now housed in two hose houses which are built over the hydrants. These hous- es contain a complete set of fire ap- paratus. (Continued on page three) DITTY BAGS TO BE SHIPPED SOON Local Navy League Committee Seeks Assistance ' The 'Ditty Bag committee of the Navy League will shortly be forward- ing the ditty bags from this commun- ity. These bags are for the sailors of the merchant marine and must be sent in time that they may be received by Christmas. The time for shipment is getting very close and all individ- uals and societies who have not assist- ed with this very worthy undertaking are requested to do so without ,delay.. Ditty bags complete or articles for them may be left with' Mrs. R. H. Lloyd or at the Red Cross rooms. RUMMAGE SALE WAS ' GREAT SUCCESS The Rummage Sale held on Satur- day afternoon under the auspices of the Ladies' Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital, was an outstanding success. The receipts, $290.00, were. the largest that has ever' been raised at this annual event. The ladies are very greatful for the donations of clothing etc, and take this opportunity of extending to the people of the comtnunity their sincere thanks for this splendid continued support. To' Hold Confirmation Service - The Bishop of Huron, Dr. C, A. Seager, will confirm a class of candi- dates in St. Paul's Church, Sunday morning at 11. o'clock. ,Bridge Club Starts Thursday The first fall meeting of the Wing- ham Bridge Club will be held in the Masonic Hall on Thursday evening this week, All members are urged to be present and any who play bridge are cordially invited to attend, Out Of Hospital \ Mrs. Ed. Rich has received word from her husband that he has been discharged from hospital in England, Ed's. friend will be pleased to know that he is progressing favourably fol- lowing an attack of arthritis. Attended C. W. L. Convention The annual -convention of the Catho- lic Woman's League was held in the Catholic Chlture Centre ie. London on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday last week, Mrs. John Moir attended as „delegate from the Winghant sub- division. There were n sub-divisions represented, Mrs. Moir also attended the C. W. L. convention banquet held' 'in the Hotel London on Wednesday evening, Now First Lieutenant 2nd, Liout, Durward P. Preston, son of Mr, and Mrs. Frank 0. Pres- ton: of town, was one of the class at Ippertvash on Saturday to be promot- ed to First Liettenant.- The certificates were presented by Mr. R. L. Ralston, minister-of National Defettee, About three Weeks ago Durward received his certificate As end. Lieut, after com. Dieting a course at the Officers' Train- Ina centre at Three Rivers, Prior to enlistment he resided 'at Waterloo. Single Copies Five Cents DISTRICT SCOUTS HELD MEETING F, H, Streeter of Birth Was • Named President • Scouts and Scouters from I3lyth, Wingham, Mitchell,,Exeter and Tees- water, attended the Huron County Boy Scouts Association Annual, meet- ing Friday night. The W. A. of the United Church served simper at 7 o'clock, Rev. P. Hh Streeter, presi- dent, conducted the meeting. .At the top table also were Commissioner J. Eidogopher, and Field Secretary T. H, Firth. A Scout sing-song was conduc- ted by Rev. E. 0, Gallagher. Reports were received from the several packs -and. troops. The Commissioner re- ported from headquarters and gave a brief address to the Cubs and Scouts. The Field Secretary gave sketcheS of the Leadership Training and Courses. The address "Leadership and Scout- ing in War Time", was given by Rev. E. O. Gallagher. Mr. Frank Madill presented a series of moving pictures of the Royal Tour in technicolor. The executive for 1944 was elected. Presi- dent, Rev. P. H. Streeter, Blyth; Sec- retary, Dr, Arnold Vokes, Blyth; 'Treasurer, Ben Hamilton, Seaforth; Commissioner, Arthur Clark, Mitchell, NOW QUALIFIED AS AN OFFICER Congratulations to Stewart Russell, son of Mr. and Mrs, W. A. Russell 'of town, who on Saturday, received his certificate at the Canadian Army Officers' Training Centre, Brockville. .11r. Russell has been on active serv- ice for some time and was with the forces at Jamaica.- Previous to attend- ing the course at Brockville ,he-attend- ed a course on intelligence at Royal Military College. Mrs. Russell attended the .ceremony at Brockville on Saturday when over -500 received their commissions. Lieut. Russell is visiting this week with his.. . . parents. 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 eacli Saturday evening. BATTERY RECEIVED TWO 25 POUNDERS The training at the armouries will take on greater interest in the coming months as the equipment for the 99th (Res.) Battery has been increased by the addition of two 25'-pound field germ These guns arrived on Tues- day. The 21st 'Regiment headquarters bare received three vehicles for train- ing purposes last week, .They were a 800 cwt. truck, field army tractor and a jeep. Victory Program at Belgrave On Monday night next week-a Vic- tory Loan Quiz Contest will be held at. the" Foresters' Hall, Belgrave, Reeve Raymond Redmond will be chairman and the public are invited to turn out in large nembets as a splendid program will be presented as well as the quiz, This evening should prove highly entertaining, so be sure and be present. 1. 0. 0. F. OFFICERS WERE INSTALLED At the regular meeting of Maitland Lodge, •LO,O.F., held on Thursday evening when officers for the ensuing year were installed by District Deputy Grand Master, R. King of Tees- watqr and his installation team. The officers are: I. P. G.—C. McLean. N. S. Lewis. V. Bader. Rec, H. Haney. Fin. See'y,-W. Young. Treas.--4L Pullen Chaplain ~=W B,. McCool. 12., S. N. G.--W VanWyck, L. S. N. Deans. Warden—A. Bell, Conductor—D. Benedict, R. S. S. George L. S. 8.—A, Reid. R, 8, V, G._ W. L. S. V. 6,-41, 'frown, /. G.—I, Crandell, 4..-0,Ar, Phair, With Whieh Is Amalgamated The Goble Vidette and Wroxeter Newo. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21st, '1943 Subscriptions $2.00 Pe ST. ANDREW'S CHURCH HELD ANNIVERSARY . Rev. Hugh Jack of Seaforth Was, The Special Speaker Splendid congregations were pres- ent at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church on Sunday for their Anniver- sary Services. The preacher for the occasion- was the Rev. Hugh Jack of Seaforth. The scripture reading at the morning, service was the 2nd chapter of the Epistle of ,Paul to the Colossians and his text was the 31st verse of the 37th chapter of Isaiah, "and the remnant that is escaped of the house of Judah shall again take root downward, and bear fruit upward." The Syrians had invaded Judaea and sent a demanding letter to Hezekiah which he spread before the Lord. Mr. Jack said our King frequently asked us to set aside certain days for special prayers. I feel some people, he said, wonder if prayer makes any difference. Hezekiah's prayer was heard and ans- wered. Some effect could be obtained today by believing people of God en- gaged in prayer, Remnants shall again take root downward and bear fruit-upward, he declared. Trees must take root before they bear fruit. A tree plucked up does not remain green. The life giving sap must run through the tree. If we would have the fruit of a Christian we must have rootage, This principal is asserted in both the Old and the New Testament, He elaborated on the parable of the four kinds of soil making reference to his personal experience on his farm when he was a boy to support the principle involved in the theme of the sermon. May our lives be finger-posts pointing others to Jesus Christ, he said. Our roots must run deep into the grace of Christ if we are to glorify Him. We must first be born of the spirit. What ought to be the supreme emphasis of the Church, he asked? It should 'be the root or else we may preach until doomsday without the re- sult of Christian fruitage. Dr, Thos. Chalmers the great Scottish preacher found that preaching on morals was not enough, he found that we need emphasis on evangelical preaching, Hezekiah trusted 'himself to God and the result of his trust was his Christ- ian faith. His faith was rooted deep in God, rooted downward to bear fruit upward. ' At the evening service the scripture was the 3rd chapter of Revelations and :Mr. Jack preached from the text "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock; if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me." At the morning service the choir rendered the anthem "0 taste and see". The music at the evening service was led by the Male Chorus. They sang "Rise Conqueror Rise" and "0 God of Love." The soloist at the evening service was 'Mr. G. E. North wood. He sang "Beyond the Stars." Cars Collided At Intersection Sunday noon cars driven by Joh n Morrison of Turnherry and Gordon Ritchie of Lucknow collided at the corner of Centre and Patrick Streets. No one was injured and the damage to the cars was not extensive. Appointed, To Important Post It was but a couple of week ago that we extended congratulations to Major (Dr.) W, A, McKibbon on his promotion to the rank of Major. Congratulations are again in order as he has been appointed Deputy Assist- ant Director of Medical, Services of the 2nd Canadian Corps Overseas, LOGGING TRUCK WAS DESTROYED BY FIRE Local Fire Brigade Were Called To Extinguish Thd Blaze A logging truck belonging to 3. Resso of Listowel went up in smoke Friday noon in a bush back of James Campbell's farm, on the first line of Morris. The truck was loaded with logs when the fire started, The logs cadre rolled off the truck but were damaged some, Wingham fire bri- gade rushed to the scene of the fire and extinguished the flames that were burning the logs and the truck. The truck was very badly danlged, the gas tank and fenders were burned off and other part messed up. The engine might be salvaged but the other parts of the truck are not worth this effort. The fire siren called the firemen out during the sante afternoon but fortun- ately there was not a fire. The siren set itself off by mistake. $7L .MARYS WOMAN SPECIAL SPEAKER AT PRESBYTERIAL North Section Of Huron Presbyterial Of The 'United Church -Convened At Brussels The Convention of the North Section of Huron Presbyterial of the United Church was held in Brussels, on Friday, October 15. Mrs. Camp- bell Tavener, of Bluevale, vice-presi- dent for this section, presided at both sessions which were full of inspiration and enthusiasm. The theme of the morning worship period was "Responsibility", and was led by Mrs, Wm. Bremner, Mrs. Stanley Brenton and Mrs. Jas. Pear- son, of Ethel. Mrs. Earl Anderson, of Belgrave, Was appointed secretary of the meet- ing. Mrs. R, J, McLaughlin, Brussels, and Mrs. Stanley Brenton, Were ap- pointed the finance committee for the day, while the Resolutions and Courtesy Committee consisted of Mrs. Geo. Howson, Wingham; Mrs. Stewart Procter, Belgrave; and Mrs. W. J. Ward, St. Helens. Of the fourteen Afternoon and Evening Auxiliaries comprising this section, twelve responded with splendid reports showing a year of progress and consecrated work. Some of the highlights of these reports were: visits and cards to the sick and shut- ins; use of lantern slides in special meetings; each member adopting a member of the Baby Band; Easter pageants; entertaining neighbouring Auxiliaries and having guest speakers, in some cases ladies of other denomin- ations. Besides the systematic giving (Continued on page two) POSTAL DEPARTMENT PROVED EFFICIENT Letter Addressed PRoyal--T Canada Reached Its Destination The Royal-T Dance Hall here must be known far and wide as a letter from Scotland addressed to Miss Dorothy Wells, Royal-T, Wingham, was received in the Post Office here and delivered to her, The letter did not come through as quickly as if the address had been with the Wingham, Ont., but the fact that it was delivered proves that the postal deparment is on the job, Mr, Wells says, • Moved To Listowel Mrs. Royal McArthur has closed out her grocery business in Lower Winghaiir and has gone to Listowel to hive. On Staff Of CKNX Mr. Rupert Bedford, brother of Lieut. Howard B. Bedford who is now overseas, has joined the staff of CKNX. Attached to 21st Regt. Staff Pte. Leslie Buckman has been at- tached to the A. T. staff of the 21st (Res.) Regt., R.C.A. He will be in charge of the 'vehicles here and at Listowel. Off To California ,Mr. and Mrs, Thos, Field left on Monday for California where they will spend the winter. They will reside on Sunset Street, Laguna Beach, where they have spent the past few winters. Graduated As Navigator Mr. Craig Nightingale, a former manager of the :Dominion Store ,here, recently graduated as a Sgt. Naviga- tor at St. Johns, Que, Craig spent a day here last week with Mr, and Mrs. W. A, Heughan. Won $25 War Savings Certificate -Mr. Charles R. Wilkinson of town held the lucky ticket on a draw at Hensall for a $25 War Savings Certi- ficate, The draw was sponsored by the Hensall-Zurich War Services in connection with their frolic. Season's First Snow Fall Those who last week predicted no snow this year until the middle of December were very wide of the mark as over the. week-end about two inches of snow fell, much of it melting as it fell or shortly after. It was a great surprise when snow began to fall catty Saturday evening and a still greater surprise when off and on over the week-end snow continued to fan. This is our first snow of the season and it is hoped that it will clear the air for fine weather ahead. The colder damp weather over the week-end was hard to take after such a wonderfull spell 'of weather we had for the few weeks previously. GRAND 'OFFICERS AT HURON 'CHAPTER Donations Made to Various Worthy Funds • • ,At the regolai Meeting of Huron Chapter No, 89 0,E,S, on Tuesday evening, the members entertained Mrs,... Violet Day, ,of Timmins, Worthy Grand Matron of Ontario; Mrs. Betty McInnis of South Porcupine, Grand, Marshall; and Mrs, Jennie Little of Owen Sound, District Deputy Grand Matron, Mrs: Evelyn Scott, Worthy Matron and Mr, Thos. -Gilmour; Worthy Pa- -trim; presided with a full staff of officers, The election of officers for the coming year was an 'interesting event of the evening, as was also the Worthy Matron's report of Grand, • Chapter session held in the Royal, York Hotel, Toronto, in September. Donation-5 were made of $25.00 to the Red Shield Fund, $10.00 to the Navy League and $15.00 to the Canadian Red Cross, The address of the Worthy Grand -Matron on "Victory, Loyalty and De- votion", the Eastern Star Motto for the corning year, was most interesting_ and inspiring, At the close of the meeting a lunch- eon was served. NEW OFFICER HEADS RECRUITING UNIT No. 1. Mobile Recruiting Unit which visits here each Friday had a new of- ficer in charge last week. He is Lieut. R. C. Clinger and he replaces Lieut. sack MacDonald who had been placed. in charge of another district. Mr_ Clinger is no stranger in this dis,trict as he was in charge of this unit about six months ago, Mr. Clinger states that the army is putting on an intensive campaign for recruits as men and women are urgent- ly needed now as never before, SCOUT APPLE DAY ON SATURDAY Wingham Scouts -will hold their annual Apple Day on Saturday this week, October 23rd. Last week we announced that this sale of apples would be on the 16th but the arrange- ments were changed after this article appeared. However the Apple Day is set for Saturday so give the Scouts a helping hand by the purchase of apples from: a scout on Saturday. Engagement Announcement Mrs. Annie Casemore, Winghain, wishes to announce the engagement of her daughter, Sara Verna, to Airerafts- man, Robert Alvin Higgins, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Higgins, Brussels. The marriage to take place in October, Aided 140112e Front Appeal An enjoyable social was held in the Salvation Army Hall on Friday evens ing for the Home Front Appeal, The social was under the auspices of the R.S.W.A, and the sum of $6.00 was realized. The next meeting will be; hell at the home of Mrs. Wm, Ken- nutty and will take the forum of a Hallowe'en party. RETAILERS TOLD OF REGULATIONS Representative of Wartime Prices and Trade Board Addressed Merchants Here Mr, Jelin W. Hanna, was chairman of a meeting of district retailers which was held in the Council Chambers here on Thursday night, The special speaker was Mr. J. E, O'Brien of Toronto, of the Management Service Division of the Wartime Prices and Trade Board. Present also were Mr. H. 1). Anderson, Stratford, representative of the Board and Mr. Frank Skelton, the Boards. investigator at Stratford, Mayor Crawford told these gentle- men of the serious shortage of coal here and Mr. O'Brien ;aid the matter would be brought to the attention of the proper authorities, Following Mr, O'Brien's talk a dis- cussion period was held. Meetings such as this one are being held throughout the country to pro- vide a picture of the supply situation during the next twelve months and to discuss the problems of the retailer and to explain certain .problems of the. Board as well as a background of its work and organization, (Continued on page five)