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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1944-07-13, Page 1• CAPT, BOB PIM, TELLS OF INVASION ENTRANCE TO 111611 SCHOOL RESULTS Interesting Letter Received By Editor Giving Some InfOrmation Regarding Wingham Boys and In Landing. In France Editor's Note:—This following let- ter was received at our office Monday noon, It was written while Capt. Bob Spittal was in hospital. Bob as re- ported previously was evacuated from France sufering from battle fatigue, We are happy to report that he has 'recovered and is now stationed at No. 1 C.A.R.U. England, 23rd. June, 1944 Dear Wally:— I am in a hospital in England '`Resting Up" after two weeks, in France, and while I have the time I thought I should write and let you know how Wingham's boys have done. First of all as there is now no secret about it, we were trained hard for months in combined operations, and -became quite accustomed to various kinds of ships and landing craft, then there were the practice run-ins and landings, Our guns were loaded onto L.C,T's (Landing Craft Tanks). We fired from the sea during the run-in, firing commencing usually about 9000 yards from shore and continued until the guns were 2000 to 3000 yards from ' shore. By this time our infantry are landing. We were on a lot of these 'schemes, and later never knew whether iC 'was actually a scheme or the real show. Finally D. Day came along. We had a pretty good idea we were on the way to France, but did not act- ually know for sure until a few hours before zero. The morale of the men was excellent and everyone seemed im- patient to get his crack at Jerry. My particular job was that of an F.O.O. (forward Observation Officer), and I was attached to' a company of Canadian Infantry, After landing on the beach the first two companieg were to take the small seaside town, while the company I was with was to push through and take a village about 2 (continued on page 3) Whigharn Jean Adair, Fay Angus, Tresina Bondi, Violet Bowman, Arnold Bruce, Norma Bruce, Doris Culliton, Jessie Currie, Jean Deyell, Nelson. Dow, Alan Dunbar, Dorothy Dunkin, Walter El- liott, Lionel Gallagher, George •Gam- mage, Kenneth. Hingston, Grace Hol- mes, Clare Hopper, Betty Hutchison, Doris Klein, Alice Laidlaw, Robert Lever, Lois Lockridge, Ruth Lock- ridge, Helen MacEwen, Gwen Mac- Lean, Phyllis McClure, Robert Mc- Kague, Brian Metcalf; Lorne Met- calfe, Treva. Montgomery, Robert Mundy, Mary Porter, Thelma Ridley, Mary Ross, Ralph Seddon, Wilfred Seli, Gladys Shigll, June Shiell, Gerald Smith, Keith Smith, Muriel Smith, Murray Stainton, William Taylor, Helen Tomlinson, Bud Wild, Shirley Yeoman. Wroxeter Anger, Laura; Bennett, Beryl (hon.); Day, loan (hon.); Finlay, Irene (hon.); Galbraith, Bradley; Gowdy, Raymond; • Greer; Betty; Gregg, Erland; Hambly, Lois; Hein- miller, Pauline; Jacklin, Mildred; Mac- Michael, Ronald; McCreery, John M.; Merkley, Harley; Moffat, Jean (hon,); steuernol, Albert; Strong, Stewart; Wearring, Margaret (hon.). Fordwich Allan, Donna Louise; Allen, Nellie Mae (hon.); Ashton, Everett; Behrns, Margaret"; Behrns, William; Bellamy, Frances; Boyd, Wilma; , Campbell, Evelyn Anne (hon.); David, 'Ernest Lemuel; Dettman, Kenneth; Dinsmore David; Dodds, Jack Vincent; Doig, Edward; Downey, Viola Florence; Durrant, Bernice (hon.); .Gernhaelder, Ruth (hon.); Hooper, Jack; Lambkin, Jason R. (hon.); • McCallum, Donald; O'Dwyer, Thomas; Patterson, Ruth (hon.); Reddon, Eleanor; Reddon, Muriel; Rattan,.' Margaret; Schaefer, Jean (hon.); St, Marie, Adella; Sothe- ran, Rosemary; Srigley, Joy Doreen (hon.); Witmer, Allen John; Wolfe, Leola. Margaret. • —Brusielg' " Muriel Anderson, James Armstrong, Helen Bishop, James Bowman, Mary Bowman, Peter Bredin, Thelma Bro- thers, Donald Campbell, Margaret Car- diff, Donald Coleman, Lawrie Cous- ins, Bernard Cummings, Phyllis Cut- hill, Percy Dalton, Isabel Davidson, Nora Deitner, Frances Dennis, Dun- can Jamieson, James Jewell, Jimmy Knight, Jean Matheson, Donald Mac- Donald, Donald M.eCutcheon, Fred McCutcheon, Harold McCutcheon, Jessie MacDonald; Alan Nichol, Joyce Oliver, Howard Ryan, Mac Speir, Winnifred Steiss, Joan Ste. Marie, Stewart Stiles, Charlie Turnbull, For- rest Whittard, John Wilson. , Under regulation 10-6—Dorene Mc- Farlane. FORMER RESIDENT HEADS MAIL CLERKS -1<-0n behalf of the people of this corn- =unity we extend congratulations to Mr. C R. Copeland of London, a for- mer Wioghatn resident, on. his election - as president of the Dominion Rail- way Mail Clerks' Federation at their recent annual meeting at Ottawa. RESULTS*OF MUSIC EXAMINATIONS Conservatory Examinations Held - At Clinton The following is a list of successful candidates in examinations held recent- ly 'by the Toronto Conservatory of Music in Clinton, The names are ar- ranged in order of merit. PIANO Grade IX Honours—Leslie M. Wall. Grade VIII Honours—Betty Marsh, Bernice A. Shaddick, (equal), • Pass—Mary E. Lane; Alice Mc- Kenzie. Grade VI First Class Honours—Monica Gra- halt. Honours—Gail W. Manning, Mary Reid (equal). Pass—Mona M. Reid. Grade V Pass—Mary E. Beatty. Grade IV Honours--Barbara Gaunt; Phyllis Manly. 2, Pass -- Eileen Elliott; Doris B. Stile% Grade' III First Class Honours--Katherine A, Liddle; Antie Chamney. Honours—Eleanor Wighttnan. Grade II Pitst Class Honours — Ronald D. Philp. Pass—Mary Bushfield. Grade 1 First Class Ronours—Grace C. Gil- tour. S/140/140 Grade /X Honours— m Allio L. Thopson. Pass4,--1Catherine C. Agnew. Grade Vitt Honours—illiette Vaait**Everett Lane, Ethel' , Freda Black, Billy Bremner, Brown Edgar, James Boyd, Della. Jacklin, Clayton Machan, Glenna Machan, Stanley McDonald, Belva Smith, Dor- een Smith, Murray Vodden. Dungannon Wilfred Austin, James Blue, Willie Bolt, Don Cameron, Harold Camp- bell, Harry Campbell, Marie Chisholm, Thelma Currie, Jack Eedy, George Errington, Douglas Farrish, George Farrish, Joyce Faegan, Dorothy Gib- son, D. A. Hackett, Grace Hayden, Donna Henry, Jean Hodges, Freda Hunter, Laura Irwin, Helen Johnston, Beulah Knight, Lorna Little, Bobbie Lyons, Eldon MacLennan, Barbara MacLennan, Sally MacDonald, Verna McDonald, Gordon Maize, Mary Park, Bertha Popp, Jack Reid, Joyce Rivett, Mac Ruthefford, June Rutledge, Aud- rey Sniith, Gwen Stewart, Earl Swan, Harvey Taylor, William Taylor, Harry Van Doom. Seaforth Howard Allan, Kenneth Buchanan, Lucille Burns, Mabel Campbell, Mar- garet Chesney, Mae Clarke, Ann De La Pranier, Roderick Doig, Maxine Dunlop, Eleanor Elgie, Donald Elliott, Avis Forbes, John Grumtnett, Mary Hagan, Mary Hickey, Marie Hicknell, Lola Hoggarth, Francis Httisser, John Jones, Mary Kennedy, Mary Lane, Betty 1VIcClinehey, Josephine McIver, Sue Nixon, Dolores O'Sullivan, Leon.- ard Roach, Lorraine Rowland, Ruth Scott, Eleanor Shannon, Ronald Sills, John Weedmark, Madeline Wilson. Manley Donald Eaton, Jimmy Flanagan, Rata Giulia, Teresa. Glynn; Howard Hack 1l, Kenneth Bogs,, Prank Hut- ley, Jack Malone, Glen cClure, Earl LIBERAL RALLY HERE FRIDAY EVENING The Special Speaker Will be the Hon. Norman McLarty, Secretary of State A joint meeting of the Liberal As- sociations of North. Huron and Huron Bruce will be held in the Town Hall, here on Friday night this week, July 14th. The meeting is scheduled to start at 8.30 p. m, so that folk from all parts_of the two ridings may be able to attend. Hon. Norman McLarty, Secretary of State of Canada, will be the special speaker. Every polling sub-division is expected to be represented as mat- ters of great importance will be con- sidered at this time. The public are extended a cordial invitation to be present. 1 Dental, Office Closing Notice Dr. George Ross will close his dental office from. July 15th to 30th while he is attending Military (Re- serve) camp at, Petawawa. To Teach At Markdale Norma Coutts, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Coutts, has accepted a position on the staff of the Markdale High School. She will teach history and English. Miss Coutts graduated this spring from Western University receiving her B. A. degree. ' Will Unveil Memorial A memorial will be unveiled and dedicated in loving memory of Flight Sergeant William C. Scott, of the R. C. A. F., at Christ Church, Listowel, on Sunday morning, July 16th. The rector of the - church, Rev. Herbert Naylor, will conduct the service. Flight Sergeant/Scott, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. J. S, Scott, was one of the young men of the church who joined the R. C. A. F. 'He lost his life in a plane crash in England on April 19th., 1943. Mr. and Mrs. Scott and Bill were residents of Wingham prior to moving to Listowel, Mr. Scott is an employee of the Bell Telephone Co. BAND PROGRAM FOR SUNDAY EVENING Concerts Being Well'Received The bandmaster, Geo. H, Wright, has lined up a very interesting pro- gram for Sunday, evening next. These concerts are proving very popular the public showing their appreciation by turning out in goodly numbers. The program for Sunday next is: The Maple Leaf Forever; march, Sons of the Brave, T. Bidgood; 'overture, Dauntless, Homes; march, , Minstrel Parade, Kleftman; trio, Gloaming, Beyer; selection, Paradise Ile, Laniat- er; hymns, Nearer My God to Thee, See the Conquering Hero Come, Alma Redettitoris, Penderville; march, • On Guard; God Save the King. McSpadden, Mona Sloan, Leona Smith, Some of' these candidates left school early on farm leave. They will be granted their Entrance certificate Oil submitting a statement to the effect that they have completed thirteen weeks work on a faint With Which Is Amalgamated The G errie Vidette and Wroxeter News. likl410 Copies. Five Ceuta WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JULY 13th, 1944 Subscriptions $2,09 Po Tat NOTICE TO RgD BKITERY GOES TO The 21st. (Reserve" Field Regiment, R. C, A„ under the command of Lt. Col. George Howson, will leave on Saturday for Camp Petawawa. The battery will entrain at the C. N. R, station at 1.15 noon, going as far as Palmerston on the regular train to connect with a special train at Palmer- ston. They will arrive in Petawawa at a, m. Sunday. • The advance party leaves on Thursday. The local battery, 99th. will be und- er the command of Major Walter Van- W,yck, and it is expected that about 60 officers and other ranks will attend camp. From here also will be about 10 officers and other ranks of the reg- imental headquarters. Anyone joining the battery this week will have the privilege of attend- ing camp. This would be fine exper- ience for boys 4vho will shortly be joining the services and older men who could take this training. CAMP SATURDAY CROSS WORKERS The Red Cross work rooms will, be closed the last two weeks of July and On the first two weeks '.of August. Executive Meets Thursday This Week A meeting of the Red Cross Exec- utive will be held in the town hall at 3 p. m, on Thursd0 this week, July 13th. All -members of the executive are urged to attend. Notice has been received that sweaters are very urgently required and those who can assist with this act- ivity are requested to secure wool prior to the summer closing day. This is an urgent appeal. Thursday 'Recently Mrs. Wm, Reid was listen- ing to a BBC boardcast and imagine her surprise when stie heard her son's voice. Her son, Flying Officer Scott Reid is with the BBC overseas making records which are later broadcast to the folks back home. "'Scott graduated with the rank of Pilot Officer from Clinton Radio School, and he has been doing much inter king and useful work overseas. Scot was a member of the CKNX staff prior to enlist- ment, * * * In a raid over enemy territory some time ago Flight Lieut. J. C, B. Rus- sell, son of Mr, and Mrs. W. A. Rus- sell of town, was taken prisoner, 'Only two of the crew George Pridham and Mr. Russell came through. Pridham was the air gunner, and he' is now back in Canada having been repatri- ated from Germany. He lost a leg, According to the story of that flight as told by Pridham, they bailed out and almost at the sang` time the plane was rent .assunder 'hy an explosion. Russell landed 01S,,but was so shocked that he wandeitd fOr''two' days about the countryside 'before he was taken prisoner. Jim fully recovered very quickly and he is still a prisoner of war in Germany. * * * Mrs. Ross Howson has received word ,from her husband Capt. (Dr.) Howson, that he hopes to see his brother, Fred soon. Fred was a pat- ient in a Military hospital in England with an infected foot. He is making a satisfactory recovery. * * * * It will be good news to folk here that Capt. J. R. M. Spittal, who was confined to the hospital after serving in Normandy, is now able to 'be out of the hospital. He had been posted for the present to No, 1 C.A.R,U. * * * * J. W. Pym, son of Mr, and Mrs. Harold Victor Pym, has joined the paratroops. Jack has had this idea for sometime but was afraid that his weight would not admit him to this difficult service. Throughout his basic training at Newmarket he ' kept this idea before the selection officers and was delighted when he was sent to Fort Osborne at Winnipeg for further training and medicals, It is tough racket this examination to be a para- trooper but Jack came through with flying colors, and left Winnipeg last Thursday for Shilo, Man,, to com- mence his actual training. Some of the 'things that a paratrooper must be able to do would discourage most people but to the boys whom we are count- ing on, it is just another day's work, Imagine a route March of 150 miles in 80 hours with full pack or a jump from a plane at 11,000 feet. This is just some of the things they do in that service. The folks here will wish Jack best of luck. The last class to go through this strenuous training was a 100 in number but only 49 qualified. • * * It has been reported about here that Allison Currie, son of Reverend L, H. Currie of Comber, formerly of Wingham, had been killed in action in Italy. We are happy to report that this is incorrect and that Allison is at present taking a course in Italy which *ill not finish until My 15th, His father had a leiter from him a few days ago. * * Mrs. Wilfred Pickett (nee Velma Wheeler of Belgrave), has received a letter from her husband L.A.C. Wil- fred Pielcell who is serving overseas that he is well. HAYING ACCIDENT IN WAVVANOSH FRIDAY James McGee Had. Cheek Cut And Chest Crushed While haying at the farm of Mr. Charles Shiell on Friday afternoon, James McGee, son of Mr. and Mrs, Leask McGee, 10th, concession of East Wawanosh, had a very narrow escape from very serious injury. He with Jack Shiell had just completed• build- ing a load of hay. Jim went to the back of the wagon to release the load- er. The team made a sudden move backward and he was knocked to the ground, the wheel of the wagon pass- ing over, his chest, He received 'a cut on the cheek which required four stitches to close and he is suffering from bruises on his chest, and arms. He was taken to Wingham General Hospital and on ex- amination it was found that no bones were broken. We are pleased V/ state that he is progressing very well under the circumstances. STRAY PIGEON LEFT FOR PARTS UNKNOWN Homer That Made Its Home Here For a Few Days Belonged To Meaford Man Last week we told of a pigeon that took up residence in the upper floor of the Advance-Times. At that time we quoted the number which was on the band attached to its leg. We,had hop- ed that the owner would hear about it and claim the bird. The owner was Mr. Walter Smithson of Meaford but by the time we had received his letter the bird had flown the coop. It was about here for the most of a week and seemed to be settled down but sometime last Wednesday it mov- ed out and has not been seen here since. There are a number of pigeons in the building south of this office but the one that rested here for awhile did not mix with them. We hope the bird reaches its home loft successfully. We were of the op- inion that it stayed here for a spell due to injury and fatigue. Correction In last week's issue we had a report of the Red Cross donations for June and one item 5 quilts were credited to the 6th line of Turnberry and it should have been credited to the 9th line of Turnberry., A Fine Hay Crop Last week was a wonderful time for haying. In conversation with many in this district we find that the hay crop is not only an excellent one as to quan- tity but also as to quality. Generally speaking the crops in this area are in fine condition but as we write this rain is becoming a necessity. Most of the hay will be in this week and the wheat is fast turning that beautiful golden which is characteristic of that grain. CABINET MINISTERS ARE KNOWN HERE Two, Members of C. C. F. Saskat- chewan Cabinet Came From Hur- on and Bruce The new C. C. F. Cabinet in Sask- atchewan has two members who are quite well known in this district. One is a former Huron man, J. 'H. Sturdy, a native of Goderich township. He is minister of rehabilitation and recon- struction, and was elected in Saska- toon. He is a school teacher and was overseas for sometime as a represent- ative of the Canadian Legion Educa- tional Services, Mr. Frank Sturdy of town, at present with the Small Arms Limited, Long Branch, is a cousin, as is Mr. Harry Sturdy of. East Wawa- nosh, president of the Huron County Federation of Agriculture. The other Cabinet Minister who is quite well known here is 3. H. Brockle- bank, Minister of Municipal Affairs. Ida represents the riding of Tisdale. He is a farmer and during the last term of the Saskatchewan legislature he was the leader in the House of the oppos- ition. This is the second time he 'has been elected in that tiding, Ho is a native of Brant. Township, Bruce County, and during the •provincial el- ection here last year was C. C. K or, gattiZer for this district. DOUBLE DROWNING IN TEESWATER RIVER Two,Brothers Joseph and Raymond King 'Went Down While Taking Evening Dip A tragic double drowning accident in the Teeswater river, Thursday ev- ening was a great shock to the people of this community. Two brothers; Michael Joseph and John Raymond, King, sons of Mr, and Mrs, Michael King, 1st. concession of Culross, were the victims. Joe was in his 19th year and Ray in his 16th year. The acci- dent happened at the firm of Josgph Green, two and a half miles wese of Teeswater. After a hot day's work in the hay fields a group of boys, all neighbours, went to the river for a refreshing dip, There were the two lads that lost their lives, their brother, Norman, their cousin, George King, Wilfred Waddell and Wilfred Welters. Apparently Joe got into difficulties and his brother, Ray, was making an effort to assist him. Joe called for, help and the other boys except Norman, ^who was then at the car, went to the scene. Unfor- tunately in the darkness, it was about 10.80 by this time, they were not suc- cessful although they had a hold of Raymond at one time. None of the boys were strong swimmers. Word was sent' to Teeswater for help and it was not long until Hector King, Archie Blair and Herb Duffy arrived with the latter's boat. The search continued for about an hour when the bodies were located by Father W. J, Hawkins of Teeswater and Hector King. The two boys are survived by their parents, five sisters and two brothers, Reta and Loretta both registered nurs- es, Toronto; Margaret in training at St. Joseph's Hospital, Guelph; Clara of Hamilton; Teresa at home; Patrick and Norman. Their grandparents, Mr. and, Mrs. Ignatz Steffler of For- mosa also survive. The double funeral was held from the residence of their parents on Mon- day, morning to Sacred.Heart, Church, Teeswater, where Requiem High Mass was sung by Rev. Father W. J. Haw- kins who was assisted by Rev.Father J. F. Paquette of. Wingham. Burial took place in Teeswater R. C. ceme- tery. The pallbearers were for Joseph: David King, James Moir, Wm. 'Mc- Cormick, J. C. King, Wilfred Walters, Aalbert Waddell; for Raymond: John King, Wm. Caslick, Wilfred Waddell, Cecil Stapleton, George King, John Sproal. NOTICE No Dancing At Royal T For 3 Weeks As the proprietor of the Royal T will be at Military Canty there will be no dancing until August 4th, Booth Service as usual. Accepts London Position `••-rit,fiss Dorothy Wells has accepted a position as operator with the Bell Telephone Co., at London. Million Dollar' Rain The dry spell was broken with the wonderful rain Tuesday evening and it is still raining Wednesday morning as we write this article. It may effect some hay that is still out 'but otherwise it is a million dollar rain, Bowled at Toronto A rink front here 'took part in the H. L. Harrington annual invitation tournament which was held on the High Park green, Toronto, on Satur- day afternoon. They were L. Webb, M. Donahue, W A. Miller and Alex. Crawford, skip. They won the prize for one win with the highest plus. Addresses Blyth Institute Mrs. A. R, DuVal, president of the Wingham Branch of the Women's In- stitute, was the guest speaker at a meeting of the. Blyth Institute last week. She told the story of Huronia and Champlain's visit to the 30,000 Indians settled along the Nottawasaga Bay. Mrs. W. J. Henderson, district president, was also present and she brought greetings from the district. NOTICE Those who own or operate bicycles are notified that it is against the law to ride on the , sidewalk or have a pas. senger on the handle bars, Take not. ice also that rules and by-laws eon- eerning highway traffic also apply to those operating bicycles. Advance Party Leave HOSPITAL DRAW PRONESSINR: Township of Howick Granted Hospital $1.000; Township• of Morris Made $50‘). Grant At a special meeting of Whigha.nz, Town Council held on Thursday after- noon last week the by-law to authorize a donation of $15,000 toward the erect- ion of an addition to Wingham Gener- al Hospital was given its first and sec- ond readings. This by-law was thee forwarded to the Department of Muni- eipal Affairs for inspection and appro- val. When it is returned from the department a date will be set by the council for a vote of the ratepayers. Townships Make Grants During the past week deputations from the hospital board have made further visits to township councils in the district. On Wednesday last week Howick council was visited and a grant of $1000 was made toward the proposed addition to the hospital. On Monday this week Morris Council was visited and they made a grant of $500. The members of the board are.very , pleased indeed with the fine reception they have received from the various councils and also for the. splendid fin- ancial assistance given. BINGO! BINGO! 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. reached At Gorrie and Brussels ev. E. 0. Gallagher preached at Orange services held in Gorrie in the afternoon and in Brussels in the ev- ening on Sunday. 'Preached At Ashfield •-Rev. W. A. Beecroft preached the 'anniversary services at Ashfield Un- ited Church on Sunday. At the Unit- ed Church here Sunday morning Rev. Dr. John Cochrane of Toronto preach- ed and in the evening Rev, G. G. Howse of Ashfield. Engagement Announcement The engagement is announced of Frances Irene, younger daughter of' Mrs. Edgar and the late George H. Edgar, Wingham, to Mr. John IL Scholtz, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Scholtz, of Kitchener. The marriage will take place in Wingham the latter part of July. Engagement Announcement Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Copeland, Lon- don, Ont., formerly of Wingham, wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jean, to Flying Officer Charles Bradford, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Bradford, London, Ont., the wed- ding to take place at Dundas Centre,- United Church, July 25th. BOWLERS HAVING A VERY GOOD SEASON Won First and Third Prizes At. Lucknow Five rinks of trebles represented the, local bowling club at a tournament in Lucknow, Thursday evening. Two of the rinks were very successful taking first and 'third prizes. Gordon Mac- Kay, Harley Crawford, Art Wilton, skip, were 1st. with 3 wins and a plus, of 19. 3rd. prize went to Ed, Nash. Murray Rae, Donald Rae, skip, with. 2 wins and a plus of 16. The other rinks were Bert Isard, Wally Alex. Crawford,' skip; C. McAvoy,, Omar HaAelgrove, Bert Porter, skip; Dr. Connell, Dune, Kennedy, Ed. Hart. ri on, skip. Four pairs attended a doubles lotto.- ament at Walkerton Tuesday evening. They were Reg, DuVal and Bert Por- ter; Ed. Nash and Donald Rae; C. McAvoy and Omar aaselgrove; Art., Wilson and Alex Crawford, The first named pair won 5th. prize. Round Robin Great interest is being taken in the round robin this year. The games are billed for Tuesday night but may be played any time during the week to count, Many of the teams are away ahead of schedule and it is expected that it will be a close contest but there have not boon sufficient games played; as yet to make any predictions.