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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1944-06-29, Page 5OBITUARY Milton Samuel McBurney Milton. S, McBurney, son of Mrs, Samuel McBurney and the late Mr, Mcl3nrney of East Wawanosh, Passed away in Hotel Dieu Montreal, June 20th, following an operation, The late Mr, Malurney, who was in his 48th Year, had beep in ill health for the Past nine years. Twenty years ago he was married to Janet May Shiell, daughter of the late John Shiell of East Wawanosh. For fifteen years they lived in Wind- sor were Mr, McBurney was in the wholesale produce business, moving from there to a farm near Belle River were they lived for five years, going to London in March of this year, He is survived by his wife,, three daughters, Dorothy, Gwendolyn and Jean; his mother, Mrs. S. McBurney; two brothers and three sisters, Ed- ward, Gordon and Mrs. R. M, (Ella) Shiell of East Wamariosh; Mrs. James (Hazel) Hardie, of Turnberry, and Mrs, Alex (Violet) Shiell, of St. Thomas, The funeral was conducted from the A. Millard George Funeral Home on Thursday, June 22nd, by Rev. Duncan McTavish of London. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. The pallbearers were three brothers-in-law, Alex and Charles Shiell and James Hardie, Mr. Tuckey of London (a neighbour); George Medler, Windsor, and Verge Mc- Gugan, Cedar Springs, Quite a large number of relatives and friends from Wingham and dis- trict attended the funeral, Richard Wilson The burial of Richard Wilion, a native of Turnberry, took place in Wingham Cemetery on Friday after- noon, June 23rd. The service was conducted by Rev. Kenneth MacLean, minister of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, at R. A. Currie's Funeral Parlours. The pallbearers were: Rob-, ert Johnston, Charles James, Roy Porter, Oscar Holmes, John Kelly, Wm. Chandler. ' Mr. Wilson, who was in his 92nd year, passed on at the home of Mr. Bert Elliott, Goderich, on Wednesday, June 21st. He was born in Turn- berry and farmed here for a number of years prior to going West to Ryer- son, Saskatchewan, where he resided for about 40 years. For the past two years he has been at the Elliott home in Goderich. He is survived by a brother, Charles, of Vancouver. He was a life-long member of the Pres- byterian Church. Thursday, June 29th, 1944 (:) WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES MI= V 11111.11k DIED .0113. - In Wingham General Hos- pital on Tuesday, June'George Moir, of Wingham„ in his 67th year. Mr. Moir has been a life resident of this ,community, He is survived by one son Gordon of Ida, Ont. As we go to press the funeral arrange- ments have not been made. es! iludson Has Sheet Metal Parts 1933' - 1942 FENDERS BODY PANELS BONNETS ROOF PANELS RADIATOR SHELLS DOOR PANELS GRILL & LOUVER GUARDS, SHIELDS AND OTHER BODY PARTS HUDSON STILL HAS A LARGE INVENTORY OF PARTS AVAILABLE WE Want Hudson Owners to be Assured of Complete Satisfaction Through the Use of Genuine Hudson Repair Parts. ,Ask Your Repairman To Obtain These Parts For You From C. N. MERKLEY Distributor. Wingham, Ont. Mrs. Gordon Godkin received word on Wednesday last week, that her nephew, Lieut. Robert Bruce Murchi- son, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Murchison of Ottawa, had been killed in action. He was with the troops that invaded France, The young soldier's father is well-known here as he is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Duncan Murchison of Turnberry, and was born and raised in this com- munity, * * * Mrs. John R, Clark has received a field army service card from her son, Cpl. John E. Clark. It was from. France and it is believed that he was with the invasion forces. Jack went overseas in July last year with the R.C.E. • * We regret to report that Major (Dr.) W, A, McKibbon is a patient in a hospital in England. His wife received word last week to this effect. We understand that it is expected that he will be O.K. again soon which will be good news to the folks here. • * * * Mr. Ezra Welwood of Whitechurch has received word that his son Nor- man, who is a prisoner of war, has been made a member of the Cater- pillar Club, an international organiza- tion composed solely of those who have saved their lives by means of para- chutes. Mr. Welwood will shortly re- ceive the 'official insignia of the club, which is a small gold lapel pin in the form of a caterpillar, With his name and the date of the emergency jump engraved thereon. • * * * Grade X The following students have passed to •Grade XI. Ruth Bradburn 83,6%; Norma Brydges 79.1%; Mildred Stokes 78.6%; Dawna Walker 78.0%; Lorna Dunbar 74.0%; Mary Lu Connell 72,6%; Barbara Ross 71.4%; Hazel Cameron 68.0%; Ruth Higgins 67.9%; Eva Dow '67.1%; Tommie Lockridge 64.0%; James Hobden (Lat.) 633%; Russel Pennington 62.9%; Donald Porter 60.2%; Thelma Renwick 60.2%; Harold Pocock 60.0%; Gwen Irwin 59.6%; Shirley Agar 58,7%; John Metcalfe 58.6%; jean Town (Math.) 58.5%; Ferne Nethery 57.5%; Norman Dickinson (Hist. Lat.) 56.4%; Joan Edgar (Geog. Hist.) 56.5%; Betty Lewis 54.5%. • Dustow 63.2%; Colin Campbell 60.6%; Helen Arthur 60.4%; Madaline Deyell 60,0%; Theresa Fitzpatrick 58.7%; James Johnston 57,5%; Robert Finlay 57,0%; Pauline Cleghorn (Math.) 54.1%; Mary Armstrong 53.1%. IXB Leslie Mae Wall 90.7%; Helen Sturdy 80,9%; Peter McKague 76,2%; Vera Montgomery 75.8%; Gloria Swanson 70.2%; Alister Simmons 69.8%; Hilda Pletch 68.1%; Barbara Newman 67.1%; John Shiell 65.5%; Audrey MdGuire 64.1%; George Underwood 63.4%; Florence Mc- Pherson 63,0%; Donna VanCamp 62,0%; Alma Thompson 61.7%; Mary. Procter 60.1%; Edna Templeman 57.3%; Donna Lockridge 56.0%; Don- ald Newman (Sc.) 52.7%. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Margaret Bradford, London, is visiting with Mrs. W. Clare Adams. L/Cpl. John Cruickshank of Lon- don, spent the week-end at his home here: Mr. and Mrs. Win, Brown and fam- ily, were Fergus visitors over the week-end. L/Cpl. Wm. Johnston of London, has been spending a furlough at his home here. Rev.. John and Mrs. Lucas and daughter Ruth, will spend July at Grimsby, Ont. L/Cpl. Andy Scott of Debert, N,S., is at present spending a turlough at his home here. Mr. George Carter and three chil- dren of Toledo, Ohio, spent the week- end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Carter. Misses Mary Lu Connell, Barbara Ross, Lois Holmes, Donna Walker and Joan Edgar, spent last week at Amberly Beach. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Brent returned to town on Tuesday from their honey- moon. They were married on June 17th, at Kitchener. Mrs. Leo Dawson and daughter Frances, also Mrs. Harry Spry and son Donald, are guests of Mr. and Congratulations to Capt. T. L. Tor- rance who last week was promoted to 'the rank of Major. Major Torrance is at present stationed at Camp Bor- den. He spent three years overseas and was with the troops that invaded Sicily and Italy. * * Sgt. Norman F. Boyle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Boyle of St. Augustine, recently graduated as an air bomber at Charlottetown, P.E.I. Norman is well known here being a graduate of Wingham High School. He is at present visiting his parents. * * * * MIDDLE SCHOOL EXAMINATION RESULTS 4;4 AIM. Mg. Phys.; Lat, Pr. Hist. parents are Mr. and Mrs. Leander Gies, Waterloo, The bride was given in marriage by her brother, Pte. Eric Donau of Kitch- ener. Mrs. Eric Donau was matron of honor and a sister of the groom, Miss Mae Gies, was bridesmaid. Mr. Louis Gies, Waterloo, performed the duties of best man and ushering were Mr, Tom Rafferty, North Bay, and Mr; Leo Gies, Waterloo. A wedding dinner was served to some 60 .guests at the Maple Dining Rooms. In the evening some 100 guests were entertained at a reception. The young couple left on a wedding trip to Muskoka. They will reside in Wingham, Mrs. Fred W. Spry. Miss Alma Anderson and Mr. Oscar Anderson of Bay City, Mich., visited the past week with their aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Deyell, Tpr. Ken Baker of Westminster Hospital, spent the week-end at his home here. This is the first time Ken has been home since he came back from overseas. Squadron Leader James Thompson, who is stationed on the West. Coast, is spending a furlough with his wife and mother in Listo-ivel. Jim was in town for awhile Sunday evening. Tennis News All those using the tennis courts are requested to pay their fees, $1.50; at McKibbon's or to Mary Crawford, WEDDINGS Brent - Donau St. Louis R. C, Church, Waterloo, was , the setting for the wedding on June 17th, of Miss Molly Martha Elnora Donau, to Mr. John Francis Brent of CKNX,- Wingham. Rev. Francis Freiburgei performed the ceremony at ten o'clock that morning. The bride is a daughter of Mr. John Donau of Detroit, and Mrs. Mary Donau, Kitchener. The bridegroom's I) Grade XI Eng. Abraham, M. E. Brown, M. 1 Cunningham, K. ..... .....- ..... . .......... ..... Curie, A. I. . 4 Currie, J A 2 Darling, E. 3. ..... ......- ....... - .......... ...... ..... 3 Dunkin, M D 2 Edgar, M E 4 Elston, E. A. Golley, G E Hamilton, D. E Zulauf Fetter William James Clelland (Milverton Sun) The death occurred in Sarnia Gen- Baskets of orange blossoms, poenies, eral Hospital, on Tuesday, June 20th, iris and pink roses formed an effective of William James Clelland, retired background in St. John's Evangelical engineer of the Canadian National Lutheran Church, Poole, for the wed- Railway. He was considered one of ding on Saturday, June 17th, at 2:00 the best drivers and had only recently o'clock of Irene Lillian, daughter of been pensioned. Death resulted from Mr. John Fetter, Branner, arid the late a stroke which the deceased suffered Mrs. Fetter, to LAC. Lorne Henry a few days prior to his death, Mr. Zulauf, R.C.A.F., Vancouver, formerly Clelland had resided at 354V2 Welling- on Hydro staff, Wingham, son of Mrs, ton Street, Sarnia, for the past twelve Henry Zulauf, Milverton, and the late years. In his railroad activities he ha's Mr. Zulauf, Rev. C. A. Kramer, who lived alSo at Palmerston and Owen had the honor of baptizing and con- Sound. He was on the run from Palm- firming the bride in the same church, erston to Kincardine for a long time officiated at the ceremony. Given in and was well known here. He was marriage by her brother, Mr. Harry born at Salem, north of Teeswater. Fetter, of Toronto, the bride wore a In his long railroad experience he floor-length gown of white sheer over made many friends who will miss him taffeta made with shirred waistline greatly. and full skirt trimmed with lace yoke He leaves to mourn his passing, his arid collar and long sleeves. Her wife; a daughter Pearl, Mrs. Hub; and finger-tip veil was caught with orange a son, Allan; also two sisters, Lizzie, blossoms and she carried a bouquet of Harriston, and Mrs. Allen Fralick, of Better Times roses and fern. Her of Turnberry; a brother Frank, of only adornment was a brooch set with Dinsmore, Sask. diamonds and pearls, the gift of the The funeral was held in Palmerston bridegroom's mother. Miss Jean Fet- Friday afternoon, with Rev. Palmer ter, Stratford, sister of the bride, was Hunter conducting the service. The bridesmaid, wearing a floor-length funeral was under the auspices of the gown of orchid organdie with white Railway Brotherhood. flowers through it over taffeta, made in bouffant style with sweetheart neck- James T. Wilson line and lilac velvet bows for trim- Mr. Jas, T. Wilson, passed away at ming. Her finger-tip veil to match his home in East Wawanosh on June was held with orange blossoms. She 16th. He had been in failing .health wore a black onyx diamond set ring for sometime and death came sudden- and necklace to match and carried a ly at last, He was born July 26th, sheaf of deep pink carnations and fern. 1868, on the same farm as he died. Little Miss Jackie Fetter, youngest He lived there all his life except six sister of the bride, was junior brides- years. He was of a quiet industrious maid in a floor-length dress of baby nature and very fond of home. His pink sheer made on full lines , with passing will be a great loss to his ruffles at neck and waist, Her finger- family. On. March 26th, 1894, he tip veil was held with clusters of pink married Priscilla, So-vvIer of 6th line, flowerS and ribbon, She carried a East Wawanosh, and they spent their nosegay of pink and blue sweet peas entire life hi this township where they with a rose iti the centre with fern, made many friends. They celebrated Mr. Jack Roe, of Atwood, was best their Golden Wedding last March, man, During the signing of the reg- He is survived by his widow, two inter Mrs, James Serimgeour, cousin sons, Russel and George of l3lyth; of the bridegroom, sang "0 Promise two daughters (Mae), Mrs. Fred Mae Me" accompanied by Mrs. W. D. Arthur of Markdate; Luella, (Mrs. Binkley at the organ, Who also played Wm, a Gow) of )31yth; one sister, the wedding music. The ushers Were Mrs. Jas. Crerar, Shakespeare, and Mr, James Scrimgeour, cousin of the seven grandchildren, bridegroom, and Mr. Fred Gernhael- ,The funeral was held Sunday June der, brother-in-law of the bride. 18th. Rev. Mr. Sinclair spoke corn A buffet luncheon was served forting words at the home and grave- in Wing's Cafe, Stratford, to 55 guests, side. The • pallbearers were, Wm. The couple left for the home of the Dalrymple, Edward Quinn, Geo. Mc- James Hall 86.9%; Doreen Currie bride where a , reception was held, Gowan, Thomas Taylor, Albert Mc: 80.5%; Grant Ernest 78,4%; Barbara leaving later on a honeymoon trip to Cullough, Walter McGill, The flower Poxton 75,5%; Ruth turgman 11.2%; Buffalo and Rochester, nit" bearers Were: Colin MacArthur, John Armitage 71,2* James Ben- travelling the bride donned a, two.plece Duthie Wilson, Billie Naltigang, Rob- finger 60.6%; Edith Glousher 68.6%; dress of gold crept beige coat with ! ert Charters, 13Obby ,teggett, Robert Gwen :Cook 6700 Mildred Higgins 66.1%; Plorente kartri 0,5%; t thel brown aceessoilei. 'IMatshalh ' 4 4 4 3 2 4 4 4 4 3 2 1 4 4 McKinney, E. I. ..... ....... McLennan, J. I. .............. .........-..._ ..... Montgomery, W. E. Procter, R. S. ........ - ..... , Robinson, I. C. Walker, S. J. 2 2 3 4 4 4 2 4 4 4 Grade XII 00E bb 0 Sgt. Air Gunner James Ivan Magof- fin, R.C.A.F., son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas James Magoffin, R.R., No. 1, Lucknow, has been reported missing following air operations, Sgt. Magof- fin received his wings at MacDonald, Manitoba, in October last year and proceeded• overseas the following month. It is hoped that his parents will "receive better news shortly. 1 1 2 1 1 1 4 4 4 4 4 2 1 1 1 1 4 1 2 2 2 2 4 2 2 2 2 4 3 1 2 4 3 3 4 3 1 4 4 2 2 4 4 4 2 4 2 4 2 3 4 4 3 2 4 4 4 4 0 0 NEW TELEPHONE DIRECTORY ISSUED <4 6° 4 4 2 4 4 4 Abraham, M E 13allagh, M. E. . , Boyle, R. M................. 4 Brophy, M. A. .- Brophy, W. E. ..... - ....... .... Bryce, M, . Carr, H, 3. Copeland, G. W. Coulter, G. M. Darling, D. A. 4 4 1 1 2 3 3 4 4 4 4 3 4 4 2 2 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 2 1 1 3 4 4 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 A new telephone directory has just made its appearance in Wingham homes and offices, and W. G. Hamil- ton, Bell Telephone manager for this region, expressed the hope that sub- scribers would make full use of their books. "Consulting the new directory care- fully before placing calls will help to eliminate unnecessary calls, and will reduce the wrong number nuisance considerably," he pointed out "Avoid- ing unnecessary calls will help us to serve you better, despite wartime dif- ficulties. "In view of the large number of new and changed listings in the latest issue, it is important to discard the old book promptly on receiving the new one, to avoid confusion," Mr. said. "Subscribers are being asked to contribute their old directories to the regular salvage collection, for paper is high on the list of badly-needed, sal- vage articles," 4 4 4 4 4 2 3 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 Edgar, S. E Hare, E. A Hoffman, D. K. ..... Jones, M. C, McGuire, R. L, McLaughlin, J. H, ..... . . ... Nethery, S. E. Strong, E. J. ..,..,...,_. ,.•:.,...,..,,...,. 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