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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1944-06-01, Page 1• 1 r With Which Is Amalgamated The Gerrie Vidette and Wroxeter News, w Subscriptiona $2.01/ Per Yell* * WINGHAM,` ONTARIO, 'THURSDAY, JUNE 1st, 1944 Single Copies Five cents KEN ,BAKER. ARRIVING IN LONDON FROM OVERSEAS TWO NEW TEACHERS..-,. FOR LOCAL SCHOOLS. Change At Both The High And Th)blic. Schools There will be two new teachers when schools assemble for the fait term, one at the High School and the other at the Public School. Miss Alice C. Heard, l3.A„ of Fleshe erton has been engaged by the. High School Board, to replace ,hiss E. G. Steen who resigned, Miss Heard, a native of Ftesherton, is an honour graduate of the University of TOronto, and has taught in her home town High School for the past six years. The new teacher at the Public School will be Miss Hilda Twarnley, of Lucknow, who has been teaching for the past four years at Belfast. The Public School Board engaged her at a special meeting held Monday evening when they considered a large list of applicants. She will take the place of Miss Verne Walker who re- signed to accept a position with CKNX. • MEETINGS TO DISCUSS FORAM SCHOOL AREA Two Meetings To Be Held In . Turnberry This Week Percy Stainton ireceived word Tues- day in/ruing that-his brother, Sit. W. C. Stainton, R.c.A.F:, was missing following air ope'rations. Sgt. Stain- ton's father is M4 Charles Stainton of Clifford. Sgt. Stainton is an air gun- ner and arrived overseas last October, Ile had made a number of friends lidre as he visited in Wingham on several occasions. Mrs, Herb Fuller is a sis ter, 4c *- * Tpr. Alvin Seli until last week sta- tioned at Camp Borden, is now taking a course at the C.A.M.M.S. at London. FAST WAWANOSH MAN REPORTED WOUNDED Trp. W. J. Borden (Bud) Scott Slightly Wounded Monday, afternoon Mr. and Mrs. John S. Scott, 6th concession of East Wawanosh, received word that their son, W. J, Borden (Bud) Scott had been slightly wounded in action. Bud enlisted about four years ago and has been overseas for the past year and a half. Last fall, in Novem- ber, he went to North Africa and since that tirrilLS'been serving in the Medi- terranean area It is hoped tha't word of his com- plete recovery will be received very soon and Bud's friends will certainly be pulling for a rapid, complete recov- ery. TENNIS MEETING All those interested in playing tennis at Wingham courts this season are requested to meet at the Council Chamber at 8 P.m. Friday, June 2nd. If there is to be a club everyone who wants it should be on 'hand. Moved To Kitchener Mr. and Mrs. William Kennedy left on Tuesday for Kitchener where Mr. Kennedy has a position with the C.N,R.Sc • E. WAWANOSH HELD FEDERATION BANQUET Guest Speaker Was Mr. Alex McKin- ney, President of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture ,The Foresters' -Hall at Belgrave, was filled to capacity for the Third Annual Banquet staged by the" East Wawanosh Unit of the Federation• of Agriculture. Over two• hundred en- joyed the sumptuous repast served by the Belgrave Women's Institute, Mr, Nerrhan Radford, president of the unit, was chairman. Soloist for the evening was Mr. Aubrey Toll,. who sang two numbers in pleasing. style. Leader of the com- munity singing was Red Garon of Clinton: Miss• Velma Whetter was the capable pianist. During the evening a draw was made for a War Savings Certificate, arid Mts. O: G. Anderson was the winner. Following the banquet "a dance was held with Wilbee's orches- tra furnishing the musk, The guest speaker of the evening was introduced by R. J. Seott, preai- dent of the United Partners' Co-oper- ative. Ide said that Mr. Ater Mc- Kinney, president of the Ontario Fed- etation of Agriculture, had over the years taken a leading part in matters pertaining to agriculture, having been president of many farm organizations, 14e is a real farmer being almost at. ways In the top six in lIolsteirt breed- tug and also grain seed grower of high reputation. (Continued on page five) INJURED MAN DIED IN TORONTO HOSPITAL. Leo (Barney) Meyer Injured Here. Died Wednesday Last Week On Wednesday morning last week about 7 o'clock Leo (Barney) Meyer passed on following an accident he suffered here on the Monday previous. He was buried in the Roman Catholic Cemetery at St. Clements on Satur- day following Service in St. Clements Roman Catholic Church, He is survived by his wife and three children, a daughter 5% years,' one son 2 years and another 7 weeks old. Mr. Meyer is quite well known here as he had worked for the H. E. Ratz Lumber firm here for over five and a half years. His period of service with, the firm was in two periods. He first came here in 1935 and remained for two years. After four years with an- other firm in Kitchener he returned in 1942 and has since worked here, Mr. Meyer and Mr. Nathaniel Horst had removed an air brake front one of the trucks and had it in a vice to repair it. Some air pressure was ap-. plied and the piston blew out hitting hint hi the abdomen. He was rushed to Wittgliantr. General Hospital about US when the accident happened and next morning was transferred to a To• tont() hospital. Early that same after. noon he underwent art operation and it Was thought he would recover sat's. factority. lie passed on however the next morning. Held Successful Dance The N.C.O's. of the 99th (Res.) 'Battery, R.C.A., held a very' success- ful dance in the armouries on Wed- nesday evening last week. The arm- ouries was decorated in a colour scheme of red, white and ' blue. Carruther's Orchestra furnished the music. COUNTY FEDERATION FIELD DAY & PICNIC His Excellency, The Earl Of Athlone, Governor-General Of Canada And Accompanied By Princess Alice, to Attend Huron Federation, Of Agriculture Second Annual Field Day and Picnic Vie officials of the Huron Federa- tion of Agriculiure iii charge of the arrangements for the Federation's second Annual Field Day and Picnic, have been assured of a record Otend- ance at the Lions' Park Seaforth, Wednesday, June 14th. All arrangements have been fully completed for the big day, which will be one of the most notable gatherings in Huroe County this year, and the attendance will run into many thous- ands of people from this and the ad- joining counties. The most notable attraction for the day will be the presence of His Ex- cellency the Earl of Athlone, Govern- or-General of Canada and Her Royal Highness , Princess Alice. They will arrive in Seaforth at 12.45 p.m, where a banquet is being tendered theta at First •Presbyterian Church, Seaforth, at which time Mayor 5. J, duff will officially weleonie Their Excellencies. (Continued on page rour) Calvin Anniversary June 4th Anniversary services will be held in Calvin Presbyterian Church, East Wa- wanosh, on Sunday, June 4th, Rev. E. F. Dann of South Kinloss, will be the special speaker at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Special music by a male choir. County- Council Meets June 13th Huron County Council will hold its June session from June 13th to June 16th inclusive. On June 14th the' members will attend the Huron Coun- ty Federation of Agriculture picnic which is being held in the Lions Park, Seaforth. The Earl of Athlone, Governor-general of Canada, and Princess Alice will be in attendance. Celebrated 88th Birthday ""I'con Wednesday last week, May 24th,. Mrs. William Dawson, Singer street, celebrated her 88th birthday. She had a continual stream of callers both afternoon and evening.- I-Ter home was a bevy of flowers for the most part gifts from neighbors and friends. She was also the recipient of many other, gifts-and cards of congratulation. Mrs, Dawson had a very bad fall the night previous but though bruised and sore she cheerfully welcomed her guests:41. AILSA CRAIG CALLS REV.. JOHN POLLOCK he congregations of Ailsa Craig ana Nairn Presbyterian Churches .have issued a unanimous call to Rev, John Pollock, who has been supplying that charge for the past two years. These two churches were recently made one charge by the Synod of Hamilton and London: Prior to going to Ailsa Craig Mr. Polfock had resigned as minister at Whitechurch due to ill health. Friends here will' be pleased that he is new able to take a permanent charge. For Some tithe he has been clerk of Mait- land Presbytery and at the union of Huron and Maitland Presbyteries re- cently he was named clerk of , the Writ- PresbyterieS. This call will be presented to the Presbytery at London on ;Otte dth0 In order that the' people of Turn- berry may become familiar with the Township School Area plan meetings are being held throughout the town- ship. A meeting was held at Holme's School on Thursday evening last week when there 'was much spirited discussion. Two meetings are being held this week, To-night (Wednesday) a meet- ing- is being held at Bluevale and on Thursday night in Gilmour's School. Please note the meeting Thursday night in Gilmour's School not Glen- annan School as was stated in the paper last week. to BINGO! BINGO! 13INGO! SATURDAY NIGHT ,The Legion every Saturday night will hold a Bingo in the Council Chamber, Town Hall. The proceeds are for Overseas Smokes and Post- War work. Good prizes. By your presence you will aid this important phase of Legion work. JAMES ENTERTAINED BY THE LIONS CLUB FIRST BAND. CONCERT SUNDAY NIGHT NEXT Band Has Splendid Program Prepared The first band concert of the Season will be held in the Town Perk on Sun- day evening next, June 4th, at 8,15 zem. 'George Wright, bandmaster. The program will be; 1. Evening Hymn—Abide, With Me; Maple Leaf Forever. 2. March—The Navigator. 2. Overture—Mignoetta - Bauman. 4. March—Off to the Barracks - Scott. 5. Trio—Gloorning - Beyer. 6. March—Referee - Wallace. 7. Quartette—Carry Me Back to Old. Virginia - Bland. 8, Intermezzo - Elegant. 9. March— Onward Christian Sol- criers - Beyer. i.O. Hymn—Nearer My God to Thee- Bishop, 11., March—Old, Soldiers Never Die, God Save The King. ANOTHER WiNfillA114 BOY IS CASUALTY • Word Received Monday That Elymer Deyell Was Wounded • Mr. and Mrs. Jack Deyell received a telegram Monday morning that their son Elymer J. Deyell, has •been -wounded in action:" Elymer has been in the Mediterranean, area for the past tight months. He was first in North Africa, then Sicily for /a couple of months before going to Italy. He was a member of an anti-tank regiment. Elymer enlisted a year ago last fall and proceeded overseas in April last year. He was only in England a couple of months when he was sent to North Africa. He is twenty years of age, - The word received on Monday just stated that he was wounded in action and it is expected that further word will be received soon and all here hope , it is good news. It was reported in error that Ken had a portion of his leg amputated. We are very happy to report that this Is not the case. Ken had his right leg very badly fractured during a night scheme on August 6th last year and has since been in hospital, noon, last week. Ken returned to Canada on the hospital ship Lady Nelson. He is a patient in Westminster Hospital, Lon- don, but hopes for a week-end leave soon in Order that he may visit his home. • 40 • The above picture shows Tpr. Ken- neth G. Baker being welcomed back to Canada by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Adair of town, and his sis- ter Jean. This picture was taken by the London Free Press on th'e arrival of the train..at London, Thursday Flying Officer Leslie Beattie Who Escaped From Occupied Territory Was Present , The Royal T was: the scene of a very happy gathering on Monday' evening when the Lions Club mem- bers entertained their wives and lady friends. During the course of the evening the tailtwister, Lion Gord Buchanan, fined • various members. Ile swelled the fine box funds -by collecting from those who had missed • the previous meeting. Al 'Walker paid up for be- ing decked out in white trousers and Clayton Gammage with Ed, Gibson as a partner did a clog dance for wear- ing white shoes. Cliff McAvoy to escape a fine told how he happened to be a prize winner at a recent golf tournament.• Jack McKibbon and George Ross were fined for advertis- ing and Wilbur Tiffin for being in To- ronto instead of attending to his duties it the choir. Clarence Richie brought his own, eating irons, a hack saw and a linoleum knife, and he was forced to explain such action. Harold Pym was saved a fine. by his excellent chinese actions. It appears that his name appeared in the paper as H. V. Hyni. Lion Tamer Jack McKibbon led in some rousing songs with Lion Harold Pym at the piano. A lucky draw was made for the ladies who were with Lions who had been fined. The lucky winner was Miss Audrey Boe. A skit by Mickey Carlton and his wife was very amusing. Flying , Officer Leslie Beattie, brother of Mr. Stewart Beattie local Public School principal, was present and Lion President Harley Crawford called on him for a few, remarks. Mr. Beattie said it was with,regret that he was unable to tell of his experienees in getting away from occupied terri- tory but there were others who would wish to do the same and therefor?e he coR.10,no,t, say much. „ He did say how the parcels and letters were appreci- ated by the. boys over there and he expressed his Appreciation of the fine work on the home front in providing_ the tools and implementS of war. Mr. Beattie has a thrilling story to tell but it will have to remain unsaid for the present. Following the meeting dancing was enjoyed. WORD RECEIVED BILL ELSTON WOUNDED Telegram States That He Is In Hospital Tuesday morning Mr. and Mrs. W. Elston, 2nd Concession of Morris, re- ceived a telegram informing them that their son William John Elston, has, been wounded in action in Italy and is in hospital. It is hoped that more comforting news will be received very soon. Bill enlisted on the 27th day, of August 1942 and arrived overseas on his 'birthday, 6th of April last year, He Was only six weeks in England when he went to North Africa. He took part in the invasion of Sicily and contracted malaria. After being hos- pitalized in North Africa 'he went back and took part in the invasion of Italy. Bill was with an anti-aircraft unit. • LIBERALS TO MEET HERE ON JUNE 7th The annual Meeting of the Huron Britce Liberal Association will be held in the Town Hall, Wingham, at 2 p.m., on Wednesday, June 7th, for the elec- tion of officers, general business and appointing delegates to the Convention which will be held in Toronto, June 26th. lIdurdo Matheson, , J. R. McNab, Pres. Se c'y. I Had 85th Birthday \,4r. Henry Johnson, Skater Street, had his 85th birthday on Monday. We extend congratulations on behalf of the people of this community, Firemen's Dance and Bingo Will be held at Al's Dance Hall on Wednesday,'June 7th. Jitney dancing by CKNX Ranch Boys. Bingo— good prizes. Proceeds to be donated. to a worthwhile project. h. Attended Conference. At Hamilton Mrs. John P, McKibbon and Mrs. S. Scott attended the annual provincial convention of the Young Ladies' Aux- iliaries of the Presbyterian Church in Canada which was held over the week- -strict in Hamilton. WOMEN'S INTITUTE HAD FINE MEETINh Had Birthday Victoria Day NI_ Mrs. L. H. Bosnian was 87 years Of age on May 24th. As usual she received a large number during the afternoon and evening. We are very pleased to stat e that she is apparently in' much better health and enjoyed very much the visits made with her on her birthday. * * * In a letter to his parents, Mr. and 21, rs, Stafford Bateson, Flying Officer Jack (Ace) Bateson enclosed a clip- ping from a paper. Jack said "I won't say anything about it as it more or less speaks for itself", The clip- ping was as follows: Cario,—Ameri- can soldiers aboard a troop ship in the Mediterranean convoy Wednesday chipped in $4,000 to express their gratitude to R.A,F. fighters who drove off- two attacks by enemy planes. The money will go to the dependents of any casualties among the air crews defending the convoy. For the information of any of our readers who may not know, Jack has been with an R.A.F, fighter squadron since he went overseas over three years ago, and has been in the Medi- terranean area -for a long time...T. * * * * MILITARY MEM: FOR ,BLYTULIER P.O. Donald K. Sunderceick Lost Life In Plane Crash Near Vancouver, B.C. A large crowd of friends and neigh- bours gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sundercoek, Blyth, Saturday afternoon to pay last respects to 'their only son, PO, Donald K. Sundercock, who was accidentally kil- led when his plane crashed near Van- couver, B.C., on Monday, May 21, while on routine duty. Rev. A. Sinclair, assisted by Fit, Lt. French of Clinton Radio School, 'had charge of the funeral services, and chose the story of Joseph and his brother Rueben. The words of his text were: "My brother is not, and whither shall I, go," Mr. Sinclair spoke lovingl3P of Don- ald, of his faithfulness, his trustworth- iness and said "It isn't length of life but how it has been lived that counts. The mysteries of life are all met in the providence of death. It is this generation of young men, who will save this world from tyranny and op- pression." Mrs, Harold Phillips sang "Some Day We'll 'Understand," accompanied by Mrs. G. R. Harris. The pall bearers were officers from Clinton Radio School, and the flower bearers were his former class mates in Blyth Continuation school, LAC Bar- rie McElroy, LAC Harty Bryant, Ev- erett Grasby, W. Pollard, B. Roy, Jack Tamblyn and Louis Phelan. PO. Wood, Toronto, a room mate and comrade of Donald had accompanied the body from Vancouver. The vet- erans formed a guard of honour. The remains, in a flag-draped casket, were interred in Union cemetery, with an impressive ceremony by Clinton Radio School and the veterans, and a white cross marks Don's last resting place. Gone To Brussels. Mr. Wm. G. Tucker is conducting a butcher shc;p in Ben.asels and will move his family to that village at the end of the school term. Attended Convention Miss Rosetta Dennis and Miss Vivi- an MacLean attended the Baptist Young Peoples Convention which was held recently in Toronto. To Celebrate Golden Wedding Mr, and Mrs. David 'Currie will be "at home" to relatives and friends on the occasion of their Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary, June 6th, 2 to 5 pan, and 7 to 10 p.m, IS Engagement Announced The engagement is announced of Miss Molly Elnora Donau, daughter of Mrs. Mary Donau of Kitchener, and Mr. John Donau of Detroit, Mich., to Mr. John Brent, Radio Station CICtNX, Wingham. The marriage will take place June 17, at St. Louis R. C. Church, Waterloo. • Won At Listowel At the opening of the Listowel Golf course on Wednesday last week, Mr. A. R. DuVal of town and Mrs, Jack McMichael of Listowel won the mixed two-ball foursome. Second in this event was Mrs. W. G. Blackmore and Mr. C. a MeAvoy. Mr, MeAvoy was also a winner of a special prize at the morning game. Change Of Residence Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stuckey -have moved into the house on Frances Street formerly occupied by. Bert Arm- strong. Bert and his family have taken,up residence in the Mason home, next to his place of 'business, which he purchased. Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Leggatt have moved into the house which Stuckey's left they having pur- chased it. Mr. D, Chamney has pur- chased the Leggatt residence and will move in this week. .WON FIRST CUP OF THE SEASON Mr. Clifford kachan, who recently ineved from Wingham to Wallace- burg, and' is now with the Wallace- burg Creamery, was the Winner Of a silver cup at the first meeting of the season of' the South Western Butter- maker's' Association. The meeting was held at Silverwoods in Chatham. The cup was awarded for judging cream and butter and Clifford had a score of 08.8. The winner holds the 'cup for two months* and then it 'la competed for again at the next meeting. There were twenty-two contestants, The Easter message of St. Paul's 'Church here Made the headlines in-the Eastern Evening News at Norwich, England. This is how it happened. Rev. E. 0. Gallagher sent one of these printed messages to Bill Harris, son of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Harris of town, On the back he wrote a personal mese sage. Bill in turn sent the folder to' his bride at' Notwich. The following is what the papers had to' say about it: "I was- shown a communication last week by one young bride who has al- ready' many pen-friends in her hus- band's home town. This was an East- er message, particularly well Written and including a quotation from Robert Browning; issued by a local church of the young Canadian, On the reverse the clergyman had Written a personal message of con- gratulations to the young soldier on his wedding and a word of welcome to his English bride. I though this particularly a happy gesture on the part Of the clergyman iri question, and the message was certainly appreciated rby the young recipients. -It would be pleasing to know• seine of our clergy are doing similar things to welcome to this country, and to the postwar life of our churches, the -brides Seine o' our young men will bring horse front other Inutts." Delegates Appointed For The District Annual ' Mrs. A, R. DuVal, newly elected president, conducted the meeting of the Women's Institute which was held en Friday afternoon with a good at- tendance. Mrs. Chas. Hopper, who Was appointed secretary-treasurer at the annual meeting redently,, read the minutes of the last meeting. The meeting opened with the Insti- tute Ode and the Lord's Prayer in unison. Letters were read from boys overseas who had received candy or cigarettes from the Institute. Mrs. D. Hutcheson, home economics convenor, gave a Iver3r Comprehenilve and instructional paper on Nutrition. Mrs. W. J. Henderson, district presi- dent, gave a paper sin the duties of the officers and members of the Institute, A solo "Just a Vision of Mother" by Mrs, Horace Aitchesen, was very much appreciated. The following were appointed dele- gates to the Institute District Annual which wilt be held in butigannoit, on June 15th! Mrs, A. It, DuVal, Mrs. Chas, Hopper t Mts. D. Iltiteheson, Mrs. d. IGantiett, Mts. W, H. FiaSer, Alts, G, Rabinsti, Mrs, . S. Canto. bell. The Meeting closed With the Ilatiott- RI Anthem after which a delightful lunch was Served and a social time en- 'Jaya