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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1944-04-13, Page 1RE,EI„gCfrp RIFLE COMPETITION NOW COMPLETED In the Rifle Competition for Military Dstrict No. 1 which was completed last week the 1st team of the 99th Battery finished in 12th place. They had a score of 2562 out of a possible 2800. When this competition com- menced twelve weeks ago the local battery were very low in the standing but each week improved until they were in 4th place one week, The battery here went into the competition without previous experience and will no doubt do much better in ,future shoots. The individual championship was won by Capt. Oke of Listowel. BRIDGE CLUB, Six tables took part in a Howell movement at the Wingham Bridge Club at their weekly meeting on Thursday evening. The result of the play: tied 1st. an,d 2nd., Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and Bert Porter, Mrs. Geo. Ross and J. H. Crawford; 3rd.,' Jack Mason and W. H. French; 4th., Mrs. A. R. DuVal and Gordon Mac- Kay; tied 5th, and 6th., Mrs, J. Brown and Mrs: J. H. Crawford, Mrs. F. A. Parker and Art Wilson. IRMIk In Hospital We regret to report that Mil. (Rev.) Beecroft is a patient in Wing- ham General Hospital. Friends will wish her a speedy recovery. On CKNX Staff Mr. Erland Ecklin has joined the staff of CKNX. Mr. Ecklin is a former foreign correspondent of. New Week Magazine and a former CBS War commentator in London, Eng. Effort§ Appreciated The LOcal Ration Board wishes to thank all those who voluntarily assist- ed in the distribution of the New Ration Book No. 4. The generous help received enabled the board to carry on prompt and efficient issailig 'of the books. BATTERY GOES TO CANIP IN JULY Will Train:, At Petawawa July 16- The local 99th Battery, R.C.A., will attend summer training camp at Pet- awawa again this year. The battery goes earlier this year. Last year they speiit the last two weeka of August at camp but this year the camp dates are July 10 - 80, Two artillery regiments will train at Fetawawa, during this period, the gist Field Regiment, R.C.A,, Whose com- mander is Lt. Col, George Rowson Of tOwn and the 31st Field Regiment, R. C. A., with headqttarters at London, QUOTAS ANNOUNCED FOR VICTORY LOAN Campaign Opens Monday, April 24 'Canada's Sixth Victory Loan cam- paign will open April 24 and will have an objective of $1,200,000,000, it was announced in the House of Commons. In the approaching campaign indiv- iduals will be asked to loan $525,000,- 00 and "non-individual investors" such as insurance and industnial companies, municipal and other governmental bodies, benevolent and other associa- tions, will be asked for $675,000,000. The House was told in a statement read on behalf of the Minister of Fin- ance "Borrowing needs for the con- tinued prosecution f the war remain at a very- high level and the Minister of Finance is confident that once again Canadians everywhere will show their determination to support their fight- ing forces by a financial achievement greater than on any previous occa- sion," , The Fifth Victory Loan's total sub- scription of $1,383,273,250 was an all- time record for-the nation. The previ- ous record was set in the Fourth Vic- tory Loan when $1,308,985,500 was borrowed. As in the last Loan the new bonds will be in two maturities 3% bonds due 1 June 1960 to be sold at a price of $100.00 ,and .144.1% bonds due 1 March 1948 at a price of $100.00. Huron County's quota in the Sixth Victory Loan is $2,900,000, which will be broken down into Towns, Villages and Townships as follows: Ashfield -Township $ 100,000 W. Wawanosh Township 67,000 Colborne Township • 64,000 Goderich Town 425,000 E. Wawanosh Township 67,000 ToWnsof Wingham 187,000 Turnberry Township 74,000 Howick Township 220,000 Morris Township 4 91,000 Grey Township s, 114,000 Brussels Village 74,000 13`lyth Village 45;000 Tuckersmith Township 98,000 Mckillop Township 98,000' Hullett , Township 98,000 Seaforth Town 163,000 Clinton Town 176,000 Stanley Township 99,000 Goderich Township 82,000 Hensall & Hay E. 98,000 Zurich 8,r. Hay W 88,000 Usborne Township 97,600 Exeter 147S000 Stephen East 64,000 Stephen West 64,000 To the above a quota will be•added for the Air Training Schools, TROUT PLACED IN DISTRICT CREEKS Under the auspices of the Wingham Fish and Game Club a truck load of speckled trout was deposited in the streams of this district on Thursday last week. The club is .making a de- termined effort to restore the good fishing that was enjoyed in years gone. by. Miss Elizabeth Weir of the Roches- ter School for the Deaf, spent a week at her home on the 6th ,of Turnberry. Robert Weir of the O.A.C. and Miss 'Edith Weir, who has been attending the Chemistry. Conference at Cleve- land, spent the week-end at their home, Some News Omitted Due to lack of space this week we were unable to include some reports and news items. Transferred To Toronto Pte.' Harry Spry, who has been at- tached to the Record Office, Pacific Command, Vancouver for some time, has been transferred to No, 2 Record Office, Toronto. Radio Licenses DUO Notices that radio licenses are no* due have been mailed out. The 1943 licenses expired the end of March. A number in this district were fined last year for hot having a license, The fee for battery sets is $2,00 and others $2.50; Attended Funeral In Hamilton Mrs. Wm. - Williamson and her daughters, Miss Agnes Williamson, and iMrs. E, Zeigler of Kitchener, at- tended the funeral of the fornter's Miss Beverley Ketehen itt Hamilton oft Sunday. Mrs. Itetehen was the wife Of Rev, Beverley Retell.. en, the present moderator of the Fres- hyterian Church in Canada. 40' LOCAL AND PERSONAL Capt. Thos. L, Torrance of Camp Borden, spent the week-end at his home here. Miss Caroline Wellwood of Hamil- ton, is a visitor at the home of Mr, Frank Howson. FO. Carl and Mrs. McKay of Brantford, spent the week-end in town with their parents. Mrs. C. Bates and baby of Toronto, are visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Williams. Miss Dorothy Boyle of Toronto, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Boyle. Miss Mary Julia Preston of London, was a week-end visitor with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. F. Preston. Miss Noreen Benedict and girl friend of Kitchener, spent the week- end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Benedict. Mr, and Mrs. Frank Galbraith, Eliz- abeth and Jack of Toronto, were week- end visitors at the home of Mr, and Mrs. John Galbraith. L/C John Currie of London, spent a furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Currie. Miss Virginia Currie of Toronto, was home for the week-end. Guests with Mrs. T. Kew over the week-end were her daughter, Mrs. Whittaker and 'children of Elesherton; her son, Sgt. Wm. Kew and his wife, Wren Mrs. Kew. Mrs. C R. Caton of Toronto, Miss Louise Hanna of Guelph and Major 0. M. McConkey of London, were guests over the, week-end with Mrs. G. C. Hanna and Miss M. E. Fisher. Pte, W. A. Elliott has finished his basic training in Fredericton, N. B., and is now stationed at St. Johns, N. B. for a six-month course in the Dental Corps, This is the fourth son of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Elliott to enter into service, RETURNED MISSIONARY SPOKE TO W. M. United Church W. M. 8. Held Easter Thankoffering Meeting The Woniati's Missionary Society of Wingham United Church held their Easter Thankoffering meeting on Tuesday with Mrs. Tiffin in charge of the program. The devotions svere taken by Mrs, A. Coutts and Mrs. Christie while Mrs. E. S. Copeland' offered the prayer of dedication. The solo, "Open the Gates of the Temple" Was given by Mrs. Hiselet, The guest, speaker was Miss Sybil Courtice, A.L. C.M. of Clinton, who, thirty years ago, went to Japan as a missionary and teacher of music, under the Woman's Missionary Society. Later, she was appointed secretary-treasurer of all WX,S, work hi Japan. After the war with Japan, Miss Courtice Was intern- ed in a concentration camp, where she spent one year all but three days, leaving on Sept. 13, 1043 on the seeona exchange ship and landing in New York from the Gripshohn on Dec, 1 She spoke of the formation of the Church of Christ in Japan, embracing all Protestant 'denominations, and which, she said, cannot fail because Christ is there, Miss Courtice was introduced by lit's. Greer and at the close Miss ,Reynolds and Mr, S. Campbell extended the thanks of the auxiliary for her splendid address, While in town, Miss Courtice was the guest af Mrs, A. W. Anderton. With Which Is Amalgamated The Carrie Vidette end VVroxeter News. LEGION ANXIOUS TO ASSIST SOLDIERS SINNER'S ORATORIO PRESENTED BY MOIR *Large .Number Present to Hear the Crucifixion, Story Under the direction of Harold V. :Pym, organist and choir leader, the choir of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church presented the Crucifixion by j. Stainer, Good Friday evening. Stainer's Oratorio is the Crucifixion Story told in song, The scene of the Crucifixion opens in the garden of Gethsemane. Jesus is betrayed by Judas and seized and delivered to Pilate. Then comes the scene on Calvary. Jesus is crucified. The scene on the Cross is portrayed and the story completed. The solosits were Mr. Ronald C,ox of Listowel, Mr. Jolin P. McKibbon and Mr. H. V. Pym. Mr. Rae Tromp- soh. of Listowel, formerly of Wing- ham, also L.A.C. Gordon Leggatt, R. C,A,F., assisted the choir. 111011 SCHOOL HELD EASTER LITERARY Splendid Program Presented. Mildred Fitzpatrick Gave The Prophet's • Address The Easter meeting of the High School Literary Society was held on Thursday afternoon, April fifth in the school auditorium. The president, Bill Galbraith conducted the meeting which opened with the singing of "0 Canada". The minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Frank Burke, after which Betty Lewis sang, "Calm as the Night". A -choir of students from grade IX under the leadership of Mr. Anderton sang "At Pierrot's Door" and "April's 'W'and". The students of grade XI presented act 1 of Disraeli, The following is the cast: Disraeli, Milton Brown; Lady Beaconsfield, Grace Gplley; Duke of Glastonburg, Ross Procter; Duchess of Galstonbury, Mabelle Dun- kin; Clarissa (their daughter), Jean Stewart; Charles, Viscount Duford, Don Lloyd; Sir Michael Probert, Jack Walker; Mrs. Travers, Irene Currie. A chair of students from grade X sang "Bonnie Charlie's Gone Away" and "Flow Gently Sweet Afton" after which Rev. Gallagher presented the Field Day awards. Rev. Gallagher then addressed the school. George Copeland read an Easter poem and Tommy Lockridge played a piano solo. The Prophet's Address was read by the prophetess, Mildred Fitz- patrick. The grade IX choir sang, "All Thru the Night" and "Dixie Land." The meeting closed with the singing of God Save the King. HORTICULTURAL SOC. 1944 PREMIUMS Membership fee $1.00 with choice of one of the following premiums. 30 Gladiolus blubs, Assorted, B. C. grown. 1 Hybrid Tea Rose, B. C., and 1 Mum. 35 Asparagus Roots, 5 Chrysanthemums, assorted. 1 Tamarix, 1 .Spirea, 1 Red Leaved Barberry. Mrs. G. H. Ross, President. Mrs, E. J. Nash, Secretary, MAGAZINES WANTED Do you throw away the magazines you read? The Navy League can use these to great advantage. They ship them to the sailors who man the boats that carry munitions and supplies over- seas.' These men live under very try- ing circumstances and they appreciate receiving your used magazines. I' Magazine depots for your conven- ience are at .McKibbon's, Haselgrove's, Hydro Shop, Mason's and McAvoy's Drug Store. Games and playing cards would also be much appreciated, Auto Licenses Expire April 15 Highways Minister Doucett said in a statement the term of 1943 motor vehicle licenses and drivers' licenses in Ontario will expire April 15 and after, that date it will be an offence to ops crate a' vehicle with a 1943 license. Attended ganifiuet A number from here attended the Clinton Horse Show on- Thursday. Mr. John Hanna, M.P,P. and Mrs. Hanna were guests at the banquet preceeding the show at the McKenzie Hotel. Lt. Gov. Albert Matthews, Mrs, Matthews and party were pres- ent, the Lt, Gov, officially opened the show. NEXT BLOODIONOR CLINIC THIS MONTH 0th Clinic To Be Held Here April 26 Enroll Now If Your Name Is Not Yet On The List Another Red Cross Blood Donor Clinic will he held in the Town Hall here, on Wednesday morning, April 26th, This will be the 12th such clinic to be held under the auspices of the local Red Cross Society. The committee in charge are Most anxions to increase the number of donors so that future clinieS will con- tinue to be successful. Tf ytlti have not yet enrolled for this very ittipOrt- ant war Service, do so notkr. Leave your name at McKibbon's or the Red Cross rbOrnS on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons. Edward B. Jolliffe, provincial leader of the C. C. F. for the past two years, who on Friday at Toronto was re- elected political leader of the party in Ontario. GET TEN POUNDS OF CANNING SUGAR "F" Coupon May Be Converted To Preserve Coupons The Prices Board announced that in the forthcoming canning season each consumer may obtain an allotment of 10 pounds for canning purposes. The board said the first five "F" coupons in ration book No. 3, each good for one pound of sugar, will be- come valid May 25, . and the second five valid July 6. The 1943 canning sugar allotment was approximately the same, but Iasi: year consumers had to apply direct to their local ration boards for it, and, depending upon the supply available, some received more and some less than the .10-pound allowance. The present ration is a blanket al- lowance of 10 pounds to each con- sumer. Householders may convert the "F" coupons into preserve coupons at I local ration board offices if they pre- fer to buy the preserves rather than make them. R.C.A. (RES.) DANCE The gunners of the 99th Field Bty. (Res.) are sponsoring a ,dance on Wednesday evening, April 19th in the Wingham Armouries. . Music by Carruthers Orchestra. Everybody welcome popular admission. Very Ill We have been informed that Mrs. Nettie Radford of London, a former Wingham resident, is seriously ill. CLASS HAD CHARGE OF EASTER SERVICE Interesting Service By Miss Johns' Sunday School Class 11.14..1.410 Oft Sunday afternoon the service at the United Church Sunday School wits conducted by the members of Miss P. Pohns' S. S. Class. • Betty Lewis, President of the class, opened, the service with the call to worship. AudSey Ridley announced the.-opening hymn which was followed by sentence prayers given by each of the 22 members of the group, Alma Thompson gave a beautiful Easter poem. The scripture was read in uni- son, with Betty Finlay leading, The voices of Betty Lewis, Jean Stewart and Grace Parker blended sweetly in a lovely Easter selection. Norma Stacey then called upon Rev. W. A. Beecroft to tell us his. weekly story, which :was about "The Search for Happiness." After the singing of a hymn, announced by 'retie Seiling, we were favoured with an instrumental duet by Joan Edgar and Dawna Wal- ker, Audrey Irwin gave an Easter message in verse, After the hymn, announced by Thelma Ridley a chil- dren's story was read by Barbara Ross. A sacred pantomine, "The Old Rugged, Cross" was gracefully pre- sented by the following girls, Dawna Walker, Alta Thompson, Betty Sand- erson, Betty Finlay arid Jean Wil- loughby. Helen Tonilhisoti and Thel- ma Ridley sang the hythri, "The Old Rugged Cross" with Joan Edgar at the plant), while the girls enacted the words of the hymn. Others on the programme were Wanda, Cowan, Hel- en Arthur, Doreen Stacey and Marg- aret Haines, After the arinotmeement of the last hymn by Mabte Dunkin, Miss Phyllis johns closed with prayer. INSTITUTE HAD- FINE MEETING Smokes and chocolates Sent To Boys Overseas The March meeting of the Wing- ham Branch of the Women's Institute which had to be postponed until last week, proved to be a meeting of un- usual interest. After the usual opening exercises, several items of business were con- sidered. A donation of $5.00 was vot- ed to the Harold Mitchell Fund. Two donations were received by this branch, one from the Bluevale Institute in appreciation of the rest room accommodations, the other from the Currie Estate to help defray the- cost of 144 parcels of chocolates and Cigarettes sent to our boys overseas during March. A reading, "So Long as There Are Homes" was given by Mrs. T. Bow- ers, As convenor for Social Wefare, Mrs. W. S. Hall spoke of the strides that are being made in the care of health and urged the members to keep in touch with advances along these lines. She also read an article on "Christian- ity in a war-torn world." Mrs. Hiseler sang a solo "Sunshine and Rain" accompanied at the piano by Mrs. W. Currie. A book review on Madame Curie was very ably given by Mrs. F. Parker. A demonstration on the preparation of an angel cake was conducted by Mrs. S. Bateson in a very capable manner. The meeting closed with the Nation- al Anthem followed by a delicious lunch. DOCTOR ADDRESSFO LOCAL LEIF. CLUB Dr. W. Vf'Johnston of Lucknow was the guest speaker at the regular monthly. meeting of the Wingham C.C.F. Club, which took place on Wednesday, April 5th in the Orange Hall. He said that T.B. could be wiped out in Canada in two generations if the medical profession had all factors under control. The factors include slums, undernourishment, =employ- ment and other social evils, He went on to say that at the -present 'time doctors are unable to use all, the know- ledge they possess because of the fore- going conditions which they alone can- not control, and as a result people who cannot afford to pay. for medical attention either do not seek it at all or else leave it until it is too late. Dr. Johnston advocated a system of peri- odical examinations of all Canadian citizens: although this can only be ac- complish by legislation or when social- ized medicine is instituted fully. Speaking of preventive medicine Dr. Johnston stated that of all the money spent on medical services in Ontario only 9% is used for preventive pur- poses, while in Russia the figure is 60Vds The result of this neglect by Canadians, he said, shows 'up in the high percentage of volunteers rejected from the armed serviCei on medical grounds. The health plan of Henry Kaiser for his employees was outlined. By the company paying from $20. to $25. per person per year, it is able to maintain a fully equipped and most up-to-date hospital. Employees and their wives and children are looked after there, and Henry Kaiser finds that it pays to keep people well—they make better ships faster. The health plan of the Beveridge Report works out at about the same cost and, in passing, Dr. Johnston mentioned that the Beve- ridge Report was evolved largely be- cause wages are so inadequate for the maintenance of large and healthy families. In 'Canada the health insur- ance scheme would cost Canadians about $26. per person per year for those •whose income is in excess of $1,400. All children will be entitled to medical service without cost. In as- sessing a farmer who does not keep books, his income would be computed from the value of his farm. Dr. Johnston mentioned the Russian system of health, providing pensions at 55 to 60 years of age and compul- sory holidays for all workers. Free passes ort the railroads are available, should they wish to travel, or the time may be spent, gratis, at a rest home equipped with all the facilities of a summer resort. He also touched upon the social legislative measures in New Zealand, which are a very high stand- ard. In ganada, he said, socialism is. here hi tile m e for of unemployment in- surance, old age pensions, Hydro and similar public projects. "So why should people be frightened of social- ism?" Dr. Johnston asked, this lieinghtocsroacciy., social ism is the highest form ol d BINGO! BINGO! In the armouries, Tuesday, April 18th, at 8.15 pm, sharp, 25 games for 25c. Specials 6 for 25c. Come early and avoid disappointment. Sponsored by the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Legion for Patriotic purposes. Eastern Star Euchre 'Friday On Friday night this week the 0,E. S. will hold a euchre in the Oddfellows Hall, Play at 8.15, Admission 25c, Lunch served. Proceeds for Patriotic purposes, Military Examinations Held Here, CM Sunday about 35 Non-Commis- sioned Officers of the 21st Fied Regi- ment, R.C.A., Wingliarn, Listowel and Xineardine, wrote examinations at the Armouries here. Attended Brother's Funeral Dr. j. A. Pox and Mrs. Fox left on Saturday for Athens, !Mich., to attend the funeral of his brother, the late Charles FOk, Mr, Pox died follow- ing an accident in which he fractured his hip. Played' Tennis Friday Spring must be here for sure. On Friday a number of the younger tennis players used 'the local courts.. They appeared to be having a fine, time which is one of the advantages of having hard' conrtl, Health Subject of Dr, W. V. Johnston's Talk Information Regarding Discharge anct Rehabilitation Gladly Furnished Men and worrten in the services and their relatives are informed that the Wingham Branch of the Canadian Legion are ready and anxious to as- sist ex-service men and women. The Legion offers a variety of services to those of the present army, navy and airforce. All information given per- taining to adjustment of pensions or ' matters pertaining to discharge or re- tabilitation will gladly be givee'free by Mr. Duncan Kennedy, pension of- ficer for the local legion, or W. W., Armstrong, rehabilitation representa- tive, It may not be generally known but the Canadian Legion has through- out the Dominion Service Bureau of- fices who give their services free of charge to ex-service men and women,. The office for this district is located at London and is in charge of a form- er Wingham man, WI-. A. M. Forbes. C0Ples'Five•CePti WINGHAM, ONTARIO,' THUR§DAY, APRIL 13th, 1944 subscriptions $2,09' Per Year LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Irlma Havison is spending a , vacation at Niagara Falls, Mrs. Lillie of Port Colborne, is visiting with her sister, Mrs. A. W, Irwin. AC2. Norman Mundy, No. 1, Wire- less School, Montreal, spent the week- -end in town. Mrs. C. Allin of Toronto, was a week-end' visitor svith Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Halliday. Miss Betty Limon of Toronto, was -the guest of Mr, and Mrs. Percy Biggs over the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Gammage and children, were week-end visitors with Telatives in Chatham. LAC. Gordon Leggatt was a week- end visitor with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Leggatt. Sgt. Ross Harrison of Halifax, was a tvisitor with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Harrison. Pte, Jack Pym of London, was a week-rend visitor with his parents, Mr. ncl Mrs. H. V. Yyxn. Dorothy Elliott of Toronto, spent Easter at her home, Mr. and Mrs,. A. M. Elliott, Alfred Street. Mrs. Frank Johnson and daughter Carolanne are spending shc weeks with ter parents in Kitchener. Mrs. 0. Thompson of Listowel was a week-end visitor with her daughter, Mrs. R. S. Hetherington. Mrs. Desmond Hamilton of Toronto spent the week-end with her parents, -Dr. and Mrs. F. A. Parker. Mr, Lloyd Procter of Toronto, was a week-end visitor with his parents, Mr. and•iMrs. Miller Procter. Miss Ruth Hamilton of Toronto, -visited with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Hamilton over the week-end. 'Mr. and Mrs. M. Carere and family of Hamilton, were week-end visitors with 'her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Haller. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Currie and son Jack of ,Islington, spent Easter week- -end with theic parents in Wingham vicinity, MTS. H. Anderson, Rbbert and Marion of Caledonia, and Wm. Law- rence of Bratnptan, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Crawford. Miss Betty Rae, Reg, N., Toronto, and LAC. Murray Rae of Hagersville, were week-end visitors With their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Rae, NAMES ADDED TO . SERVICE ROLL United Church Honor Roll Increased By Ten Names A very large congregation attended 'the Easter service in Wingham United Church on Sunday morning. The •church was decorated with 'baskets of spring flowers, several having been placed by friends in memory of de- ceased members of the chute', Rev, W. A, Beetrorft chose as his Easter message, "The Triumphs of Jesus", 'which were many and varied, the final triumph being over death on Easter Morning, Several names were added to the church honor roll: Roy E. Bennett, Pte, Wm. G, burg- nun, Donald Campbell, Harry Case. more, Wilfred Caslick, Mary Cruielt- Monk, PO, Colin Crosier, George Ed- gar, LAC R. A. ,Hickey, R. H, Mont- gomery, Two raster anthems were given by the choir and at the close of the sov. Ice the congregation remained stand. ltig While Mn. A, W. Andetton played the Charm.