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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-11-25, Page 1NAVY LEAGUE CALLS FOR USED CLOTHING The Navy League Headquarters has sent to all its branches an urgent call for certain articles of used or new clothing. They are odd pants, under- wear, shoes or sweaters in good re- pair. These will be used at the Navy League hostels to outfit sailors who are in distress, Can you help) Leave articles at the Red Cross Rooms at the Town Hall, Thursday afternoon this week. This is an urgent rush appeal, • BRIDGE CLUB Nine tables took part in the play at the Wingham Bridge Club on Thursday evening with the following results: North and South-1st,, Miss C. Isbidter and Mrs. A. R. DuVal; 2nd., Mrs. H. C. 'MacLean and Mrs. E. A. VanStone; 3rd., Mrs, W, L. Kress and 3, H. Crawford; 4th„ Mrs. J. H. Crawford and Mrs. G. Godkin. East and Weste-lst„ Miss Mary Johnston and D. Robb; 2nd., Jack Mason and Art Wilson; 3rd., Mr. and Meg. W. H. French; 4th, Mrs. H. Campbell and Dr. Geo. H. Ross. LADIES' RIFLE CLUB ELECT OFFICERS Cigarettes to be Sent to Members of Branch In Armed Forces NAMED ALI$TRA GOVERNOR QENRRA4, etaler:Alieek:-..,„ The Duke and Duchess of Glouces- The' Duke has been named Australia's ter with their only son, Prince Henry, Governor-General. He will leave for who will be two years old in January. his post in July. With Whieh Is Amalgamated. The,Gorrie Vidette Wroxeter News, -6411 gle CoPiei Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25th, 1943 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year 9th BLOOD CLINIC HERE DECEMBER 1st Dames of More Donors Are Required For This Clinic The Red Cross Mobile Blood Donor Clinic will visit Wingham for its 9th time on Wednesday next week, De- cember -1st. There us still anThrgent need for a greater number of donors. Anyone who has not as yet donated blood can render signal war service by attending this clinic. Leave .your name at McKibbon's Drug Store or at the Red Cross rooms on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons. The last clinic held here in the last week of October was the most success- ful that the Red Cross here' has spon- sored,- It is hoped that the, next one, on Wednesday morning next week, will be an even greater success. Your donation may save the life of one of our soldiers, sailors or airmen, Tlie Ladies' Branch of the Wing- ham Rifle Club met at the home of Mrs. T. W. Platt on Monday evening, November 22. Mrs. E. Webster was elected secretary-treastirer for the coming year, and it was decided that gifts of cigarettes be sent to the mem- bers of the Men's Branch of the Club now in the Armed Forces, 'The shortage of ammunition was one of the main topics discussed. The in -embers were, unanimously against disbanding the club on this account. Someone suggested 'archery as an al- ternative, activity until bullets become available hi large quantities. A linost entertaining evening was enjoyed and a, excellent lunch was served. Miss Agnes Williamson and Mrs. O. Godkin read teacup fortunce, Gen, MeNaughton May Retire A report is widely circulated in Ot- tawa that Lt.-Gen. A. G. L. Mc- Naughton, commander, of the Cana- clian Overseas Fortes, may retire. Gen. McNaughton has reached the age when many -officers retire and it is reported that his health is riot too rugged. Authorities in Ottawa'do not confirm or deny the rummour and the Minister of Defence, Hon, J. R. Ral- Mon is at present Overseas. FEW DEER WERE SHOT LOCALLY The deer hunt in Bruce last week, was a disappointment to most of the local nirrtrods, So far as we could learn only two deer fell to local marksmen. The fortunate , herders were Joe Clark and Arthur Stone. Bob Anderson of Caledonia, a nephew of Mayot and Mrs, Crawford, who visited them •last week was a success- ful hunter also bagging a deer on Wednesday. From reports it is now history that generally the deer hunting was tough this year, the take being below that ot two years ago. Last year there Were :natty deer shot in this district with Huron and Bruce both having an open season. Many hunters elaint that the deer got wise to Huron 'not *having an open season and took refuge On the Huron Side, The Cook boys from telgrave, Harvey and Ab. with Jim McCallum bad good tanning as they shot three Ater and also a number of icolans. ANTICIPATE LARGE ATTENDANCE AT HORSE SHOW Enteries Are Exceeding Expectatiena For The Wingham. Horse Show Thursday Evening This Week The directors of the Wingham Horse Show are very pleased with the response to the sale of tickets for this great event which will be held in the Arena on Thursday evening this week. There will be two door prizes, a ten and a five dollar War Savings Certifi- cate. The directors - are also very pleased that they are receiving the support of a great number of horsemen who have won prizes in the best shows in On- tario this year. The entries are very large to date insuring fine perform- ances in every class, The jumps and ,bike special will likely be the most exciting but all other classes will be filled with top grade horses. The first hurdle event will be at 7.30 p.m. and the second hurdle event at 11.15. The other events are as fol- lows and arc in this ovler: Wagon teams; heavy draft teams; carriage teams; agricultural teams; road teams; carriage singles, 15-2 and under; road 'single, 15-2 and under; tandem hitch (four in hand); bike special with the drivers dressed in colours; single car: riage, 15-2 and over; -road singles, 15-2. and over; carriage tandem; lady drivers. OPENING LITERARY ON DECEMBER 2nd - 3rd High School Students to Present Program The annual High School Com- mencement Exercises will be held in the Town. Hall, oh the evenings of Thursday and Friday, December 2nd and 3rd. The students and the teach- ers are making every effort to again make this annual event the outstand- ing entertainment of the year. A play will be presented and there will be a pageant of Conquered Na- tions. There will also be the present- ation of diplomas and athletic awards. INSTITUTES WILL MEET FRIDAY The topic "Citizenship" will be taken by the convenor, Mrs. T. Bower, at the Novenulber meeting of the Women's Institute which will be held on Friday afternoon, this week, No- vember 26th. Roll call will be ans- wered by "One way we can -help the war". Quiz, "Whose Who in Canada" will be held. Hostesses, Mrs. G. Orvis, Mrs. M. Foxton, Mrs. R. A. Coutts, Mrs. W. A. Beecroff, Mrs. J. Currie, Jack Frost Arrives The heaviest frost se far this sea- son occurred Tuesday night, Every- thing was white with frost. Preached At United Church Dr. Brown, principal and chancellor of Victoria College, Toronto, preached at both services in the United Church on Sunday. , Accepts Position At Welland 'a. Mrs. W. J. Skinner (nee Hazel Brandon), a former resident of Wing- hatn, now organist and choir leader at the Baptist Church, Leamitrgton, has accepted a similar position with St. Andrew's United Church, Welland, She will go to Welland December 1st. To Speak On Sunday Miss J, Peard, a former worker at Grace Chapel (City Mission), will be a visitor in Wingham this week-end. Miss Peard will be remembered by many, of the people in Winghani. She will be the guest speaker at Grate Chapel at both afternoon and evening services Sunday, FORMER LOCAL BOY HAS NEW POSITION A. former Wingham boy, W. E. Forgie, who has become associated with Commercial Insurance Agency Limited, has for a timber of years specialized in insurance of mining risks and is well acquainted with the mining fields in all parts of the Dent- talon. Mr. F'orgie will operate front the Toronto office of the coinpan located at 35 king Street West, in To- ronto. He, will also have the eerviees of the other offices of the firm located at Montreal and Winnipeg. • Dd. is well known in Wing1iani and his many friends with hint every silb- ce8a, ENTER TWO EAMS IN RIF E SHOOT 99th (R) Battery Teals To Take Part In Rifle Compeaition The 99th (R) Battery here has entered two teams in the Dominion, of Canada Rifle Association small bore 'rifle Winter \ Competitions which will be fired during January, February and March, This entry in the senior competition-, competition No. 2 which is open to members of His Majesty's Reserve Forces in Canada including Naval Service. Ten shots will be fired on one D.C. R.A. match target by; each member of the team during eah month of the competition. Targets','will be returned to the association monthly. • The rifles to be used are the .22 calibre as issued by the Department of National De- fence. The distance is 25 yards. Monthly cash prizes will be awarded and the Sherwood Trophy will be awarded to the team making the high- est aggregate in all three monthly matches. NO HALF HOLIDAYS DURING DECEMBER No More Wednesday Half HOlidays Until January Will the public please note that dur- ing the month of December the stores in, Wingham will not observe the usual Wednesday half holiday. These holidays will, continue after the first of the New Year. The half holiday by-law calls for the stores to observe the Wednesday afternoon holiday all year except for the month of December, CANADIAN CORPS TO OPERATE IN ITALY New Arrivals- of Infantry and Armor- ed Formations Join Veterans of 1st Division Canadian troops in Italy, reinforced by arrival of new infantry and armor- ed -formations, will operate as a Cana- dian Corps, under Canadian command. The fit-looking newcomers, thor- oughly trained in England, and lack- ing only battle experience, streamed off troopships in an Italian port to join the veterans of the Canadian 1st Division as units of the corps. Not since 1918 has there been a Canadian Corps a.etually in action against an enemy, They represented all parts of the Dornifiion. The -convoy also brought the per- sonnet of a general hospital. The troops lined the rails of their ships as they drew into a 'busy Italian port, cheered and exchanged greetings with United States and British soldiers patrolling the docks, They three English coins to 'tallith dockworkers and enjoyed the ensuing scrambles. They were, greeted by senior offic- ers who were with the Canadian 1st Division in Sicily and during the eat. tuna Italian campaign, Tile officers boarded the ships as soon as the first gangplank was lowered and within a few trlintites a speedy disertthatkatiott started, EARLY NOMINATIONS IN MANY PLACES Wingham Nominates on IVIenday Next Others on Friday This Week 'With Mayor J, H. Crawford of .Wingham retiring this year after nine years in the council, five as mayor, there is sure to be some change around the council table next year. There has not been a. great deal of election talk but councillor H. H. Lloyd's name is prominently mention- ed as a candidate for the position as Mayor. It is expected that J. J. Evans will again come for the reeve- ship. So far the other members of the council have not so far as we can learn, expressed any definite inten tions but it is expected that at least some of them will again be candidates, if not all. Nomination will tell the tale. Nominations will take place on Fri- day in East Wawanosh, West Wawa., nosh, Turnberry, Howick, Kinloss, Carrick, Culross, Blyth, Ashfield,Col- borne, Hullett, Goderich town, Gode- rich township, Hensall, Walkerton, Kincardine. As stated last week there is expect- ed to be an • election or at least changes in East Wawanosh. Three councillors are said to be considering contesting the reeveship, 3. D. Bee- croft, Norman McDowell, Lewis Rud- dy. It is also reported that a number of taxpayers are ready to take a place' at .such meetings but all signs point to something doing in East Wawa- nosh. Other municipalities close by appear to have little or no election talk and the nominations in many cases will just be a formality. However one can never tell about Kinloss where there has been much election activity in, re- cent years mostly caused by the much discussed Ackert Drain, RATION COUPON INFORMATION Here are the numbers of the ration coupons which are valid this month and those which expire the end of this month. Butter coupons Nos. 34 to 37 now valid; Nos. 38 and 39 are valid Thurs- day this week. Nos. 34, 35, 86, 37 expire November 30th, Sugar coupons up to 20 are now valid, Preserve coupons "D" Nos. 1 to 7 now valid. Tea and Coffee coupons Nos. 1 to 21 now valid and Nos. 22 and 23 are valid Thursday this week, Meat coupons 22 to 26 are valid and 27 becomes valid Thursday this week. Meat coupons Nos. 22, 23, 24, 25 expire November 30th. Underwent Operatthn Miss Joyce Walker underwent an operation for the removal of her ap- pendix late Friday evening. We are happy to report that she is making a satisfactory recovery. Notice Re Advance-Times During December the stores of Wingham will remain open on Wed- nesday afternoons but this office, the Advance-Times, will issue the same time during December and the office will close on Wednesday afternoons as usual. Correspondents and others supplying news 1.please send in your budgets at the Usual time each week or earlier if possible. GOFORTH AUXILIARY The November meeting of the Go- forth Auxiliary to St. Andrew's Pres- byterian Church, was held at the home . of Mrs, W. IT. Gurney, Tuesday even- ing last week. The meeting, with the president, Mrs, J. P. McKibbon in the chair, opened with a hymn followed by a prayer by Miss Agnes William- son. The scripture reading Psalm 40 was given by Mrs, W. A. McKib- bon, and the dedication prayer by Mrs. S. N. Hare. Mrs, A. Ti. Lloyd read the chapter from the Goforth -book, and the study book chapter dealing with the Madras Conference, was taken by Mrs. Carl Deans. During the business part of the evening, a standing notnittatiag come mittee of Mrs. J. Currie, Miss C. Is- bister, mid Mrs. 3., Scott, was appoint- ed. A Irequest was Made that all dime bells be left at the home of Mrs. John Mckibbon before the December meet- ing, The meeting was concluded with a hymn and the Benediction, the usual social hour folloWing. COUNTY FEDERATION HEADED BY EAST WAWANOSH MAN' Harry L, Sturdy Elected President Of, Huron -County Federation Of Agriculture Hon. T. L. Kennedy, Ontario Minister Of Agriculture, Gave Address The annual meeting of the Heron County Federation of Agriculture was held in the Town Hall at Clinton, on Thursday afternoon. There were about 2Q0 farm men and women from all parts of the County in attendance. W. L. Whyte, Federation president for 1943 presided and in his opening address gave a review of the activities of the organization for the past year, showing that much benefit has been derived, by the Federation in the town- ship units and as a county organiza- tion. He referred to the fine reception given the delegation which attended county council to outline the county health nursing plan advocated by the Federation and thought that organiz- ation and cooperation were necessary to the best farming results. The election of officers was next on the agenda and nomination for the office of president were called for. Mr. Whyte stated that he would not be able to accept the office for an- other year on account of numerous other duties. Strong protests were voiced against his decision to retire but he would not alter it. The choice then fell on Harry L, Sturdy, Auburn, vice-president for 1948,1 For the of- fice of vice-president, three names were put in nomination, Hugh Hill, Colborne, Russell -Bolton, Dublin and William Oestricher, Crediton. Mr. Bolton won on the first ballot. Mayor A. J. McMurray and 5. C. Shearer were scrutineers. Auditors M. T. Corliss and J. C. Shearer were re-ap- pointed. Other offices will be filled by the executive. Minister of Agriculture Spoke A post-war plan whereby agents for Ontario products would be placed in Great Britain, United States and each Canadian province which could- use surplus commodities was outlined by Agriculture Minister Kennedy in an address. Under the plan, the agents would assist in disposing of excess Ontario production, and thereby keep prices on a favorable level, Mr. Ken- nedy said. "It must be remembered that the surplus left to -glut the -Market is what fixes the price of any commodity, even if that surplus is only one per cent of the total production," the minister said. Visualizing a population of 8,000,- 000 in Ontario within the next 10 or 15 years, with 'Hundreds of thousands" to settle in Canada after the war, Mr, Kennedy said: "Our agricul- tural economy must be planned in such a way that we will be able to expand and take full advantage of that larger market which will be made available for all our products." The vote of thanks to the speaker was moved by Dr. J. Hobbs Taylor, M.P.P. for South Huron, who named him "the best choice for a minister of agriculture that could be found in the whole Province of Ontario." John Hanna, Wingham, M.P.P. for North Huron seconded the motion. The motion, heartily applauded was pre- sented by the newly-elected president, The minister and members of the federation were guests of the Lions Club at a banquet in St, Paul's parish. hall in the evening, Patriotic Dante Will be held at Holmes School on Tuesday, November 30th. Arthur's Orchestra, Lunch will• be served. EVENING AUXILIARY New Study Book Was Introduced The November meeting of the Evening Auxiliary of Winghatn Unit- ed Church was held last week at the home of Mrs, Massey, Mrs. W. W. Currie was in charge of the meeting, The Scripture reading was given by Mrs. C, H. McGee and prayer by Mrs. R. S. Hetheriegton. Miss Irvonne McPherson gave a reading, "The Right Must Win," An interesting report of the Section- al Meeting held at Brussel% was given by Mts. Geo, Howson. Mrs. Shera gave a splendid introduction to the new Study Book, "For all of Life", a book on India, The meeting ,closed with prayer by Mrs. Hall and a social hour was en- joyed. NAVY LEAGUE SEEKS FINANCIAL AID This Week le Set Aside As Navy Week, 'Subscription 1.ist At Both Banks, Tag Day Will Be add Saturday TORONTO OLD BOYS NAME OFFICERS Social Time Held At The Annual Meeting mow,•••••••• II. M. "Brown" Jackson, formerly of Seaforth, was elected President of the Enron Old Boys Association of Toronto, at the 44th Annual Meeting held at Haddon Hall and attended by one of the largest gatherings in recent years. In the absence of Past Presi- dent Athol McQuarrie, Vice President W. E. Fianna, Principal of Oakwood Collegiate, presided. Ten past-presidents were present; John. S. MacKinnon, the new Honor- -ary Secretary, George E. Ferguson, Joh, Moon, H. H, M-cCreath, L. M, Pringle, It 'M. Jackson, Dr, G. F. Belden, Walter Buchanan, Dr. J. G. Ferguson and H. B. Stowe. Two who were greatly missed were the late Ed. -Floody, Secretary since the inception oaf the Association and I. A. McLaren, former President, and for 'a long , -period, the backbone of the Associ= -ation, Mr, McLaren has been confin- sd to his 'home for some weeks and 'has been greatly missed, The Huron Old Boys is the oldest -and largest of its kind in Canada and continues to be a great meeting place for hundreds of Huronites. A Junior Association also flourishes and has been a 'magnet for the younger gener- ations arriving yearly in Toronto. The Annual Meeting was combined with a social event and many tables "taf bridge and euchre were enjoyed. Dr. Belden, a past President, present- ,ed the report of the nominating com- mittee and when the name of H. M. Jackson was presented as President it was greeted with great applause. He is not only a popular member but has been very active in the interests of the Association. The officers elected are as follows: Honorary Presidents: Hon. J. A. Gardiner, Mr. E. J. B. Duncan, Mr. J. • .McLaren, Mr. A, C. McVicar; Honorary Vice-Presidents: Mrs. H. J. Hodgins, -Mrs. L. M. Pringle, Mrs. B. B. McCreath, Mrs. John Moon, Mrs. W. A. 'Campbell, Mrs. G. F. Belden, /Ifs. G. E..Ferguson, Mrs. D. D. Wil- son, Mrs. W. A. Buchanan, Mrs. A. G. Smith, Mrs. J. G. Ferguson, Mrs. D. A. Thompson; Honorary Life. Members: Mrs. Win. McCreath, Mrs. S. L. Scott, Mrs. J. A. McLaren, Mrs. Mary McKenzie, Mrs. E. Floody, Mrs. Zimmer; Past President: Mr. Athol McQuarrie; President; Mr. H. M. Jackson; Vice President: Mr. G. M. Chesney, Mr. W. W. Given, Dr. Byron Campbell, Mr. A. A. Isbister, Dr. Fred 'Bryans, Mr. R. A. Greer, Mr. W. E. Hanna, Mr. Geo. Besweth- crick, Major 'Sprinks, Mr, W, F. Cantelon; Honorary Secretary: Mr. John MacKinnon; Secretary: Mr. R. S. Sheppard; Assistant Secretary: Miss • Eva Bryans; Financial Secretary: Mr. John Moon; Treasurer; Dr., H. J. llodgins; Chaplain: Rev. R. C. Mc- Dermid; Auditors: Mr, H. I. Morrish, Mr. Geo. E. Ferguson. This week has been set aside as Navy Week and the work of the Navy League is being stressed this week, An appeal is being made to the people of Wingham and district for financial support of the Navy League. Sub- scription lists have been set up at both banks and the publicare requested to be as generous as possible. A Tag Day will be held on, Saturday next and it is hoped that it will receive the splendid support that it has on previ- ous occasions. The Navy League has made marvel- lous contributions to our fighting naval men and our merchant seamen and its sixteen hostels and recreation centres have added greatly towards the welfare and -comfort of these men of the sea. It is interesting to note that during 1042, more than two mil- lion merchant seamen crossed the thresholds of the Navy League" Sea- men's Clubs where good meals were provided and comfortable sleeping accommodation, hot and cold shower baths, recreation and pleasing enter- tainment. When these men leave the Navy League hostels, they do. with courage in their hearts and thankful- ness because of the generosity of the Canadian people for all that they have received. LOCAL RINKS AT KITCHENER SPEIL On Monday two Wingham -rinks took part in the curling bonspeil at Kitchener. They were G. C. Gain- mage, Harley Crawford, 0. Hasel- grove, Art Wilson, skip; and Ed. Nash, John Hanna, Fred Davidson, Donald Rae, skip. Both rinks lost their first game in the Mutual trophy, Wilson to a Toronto rink 9-7 and Rae to a Toronto rink also 7-5. Entering the Goodrich trophy they each won a game Wilson from Hamil- ton Thistles 12-6 and Rae from Kitch- ener 13-9. They were then drawn against each other and. Wilson won out 13-10. The Wilson rink.will re- turn on Friday to complete the event, Another rink took part on Tuesday, Frank McCormick, Joe Evans, Ronald Rae, Jim Murray, skip. They lost both their games but it was close. The score of the first game was 8-7 and in the second game they lost 9-5 but were just one shot down going home. Won Pair of Blankets The pair of blankets on which the Ladies Auxiliary to Wingham Legion sold tickets was won by Mrs. Will Henry. The draw was made made at the Auxiliary bingo on Wednesday evening last week and was made by Wren Iona Terry, who is now station- ed at Halifax, The 'bingo was a marked success as was the sale of tickets on the blanket. CHURCH INTERIOR NEWLY DECORATED Work Of Re-Decorating The Sacred Heart Church Completed The interior of the Sacred Heart Church now presents a much improv- ed appearance as the work of re- decorating it has just :been completed by Smith and Williamson of Brussels. To appreciate the splendid appear. ance of the interior one should sec it. The walls are of an ivory tint, and the ceiling a robin egg blue, The rafters are a deep brown and there are touches of green on the wall surfaces for trimming, Probably the most outstanding of all the decorating done is that of the Altar which is white with gold trim- ming. The alcove wall back of the Altar is a lighter shade of blue than that used on the ceiling. The floor is a buff shade. MnI Smith is no novice at such work as he had been working at this trade for the past GO years. He is now 78 years of age and still full of pep. He worked for a short time in Wing-ham about thirty years at that time doing the fancy decorating on the buggies made by the late Wrn. Dore. Mt Smith's partner is his nephew and lie also spent his 'entire life at this busi- ness. Mr. Smith says that he has the -con. tract for re-decorating several thatch. es at present stating that war does not, seem to slow tip this line of work.