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strict sense, the Government found
they were regarded as a tax,
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Irt 1944, Russians Say
Moscow, The. Germans suffered
more than 4,500,000 casualties in 1944
in the 'western and eastern fronts in
Europe, Moscow radio said, The,
,enemy lost 3,000,900 men killed. or'
wounded and 1,503,000 prisoners, as
well as territory six times the size of
Germany, according to Soviet cak.
lations,
Seeks To End Hogtown Halo
Mayor Robert Saunders le out to
rid Toronto of its “Bogtowe bale," in
Ontario, "1 am printing a letter to
every Mayor;;, and, reeve in Ontario
advising them that we shall be glad to
assist them in every way possible when
they're in TorOnto• (if-fiei133 'frcSiYa:S5;"
the mayor said, "We will provide
them with the services of a member
of the city elerk's office to assist them
in a. secretarial capacity and if we arc,
advised in advance we will arrange
hotel accommodations for them,"
Discontitate $1 Subsidy
A Cora To Wood Dealers
01111,—.fraTiVie-nrof a general
subsidy of $1 a cord to wood dealers
for commercial wood cut has been dis-
contineed bet subsidies hay still be
Paid in speeial cases, it was disclosed
Canadian war orders and regula-
tions, The $1 subsidy was introduced
by order in council in April, 1048, to
help meet a shortage of wood fuel.
Opportunities
Allen we extend good wishes fox Sur
cess. May you be spared many more
years to carry on as our local druggist,
Find 0414 Dead Of Suffocation
Douglas Paul Miller, infant son of
Cfp. David W. Miller and Mrs. Miller,
95 Wilson avenue, Shoed; died sud-
denly on Christmas Day at the age of
five months,
Mrs. Miller had placed the baby in
his earria,oe on the veranda at 11 ?m.
for his customary morning sleep, When
the child's father went to the porch
about 2 o'clock to bring him In for
feeding, 'he was shocked to 'learn that
for some :unaccountable reason death
had taken place,
Drs, R. B. Hare and R. B, Doyle
were called and Coroner Dr. Winston
Sutherland, of Wateiford, was notified,
On investigating be determined that
death •resulted from suffocation,
The baby was born on July 27 and
had never been seriously ill during the
five months and his sudden passing
came as a great shock to the parents
and to his grandfather, James Miller,
who resides at the same address.
Mrs. Millar was the former Mable
Patterson, daughter of Mr. Wrn, and
the late Mrs. Patterson and a niece of
Mrs, W. T, Maclean and Herb Patter-
son of Wroxeter. Friends here extend
deepest sympathy to Mr, and Mrs.
Miller in the tragic loss of their baby
son.
Ontario House Opens Feb, 15
Ontario's 21st Legilature will open
its second session February 15, it was
officially announced at Queen's Park.
This is a week earlier than last year,
There have been two changes in the
party standing since the Legislature's
first session adjourned last year. Nel-
son Alies, C.C,F, member for Essex
North a year ago, recently announced
he has left the C.C.F. party and now
is Independent Labor. Mitchell F.
Hepburn, who sat as Independent Lib-
eral, member for Elgin last session, has
returned to the Liberal party while
he will head as House leader.
The standing now; Progressive
Conservatives 138, C.C.F. 33, Liberals
15, Labor-Progressive 2, Independent
Labor 1, Total 90.
Miss Isabel MacEwen of Stratford
Normal School,' spent :the past week
teaching in Bluevale Public School.
Miss Viola Thacker returned from
her home at Teeswater and school re-
opened in NO, '2, Turnherry, this
week, '
Mr. Alvin Sharpin was a, recent
visitor with friends on the 4th line of
Turnberry.
Mrs. F. Sanderson and Mr, Thos,
Ritchie, spent New Year's with Mr,
and Mrs. Tyndall McKercher.
Mr, George French, who 'is a visitor
at the home of' D. S, MacNaughton,
left on Monday for Buttonville owing
to the death of his brother, the late
James French.
Deepest sympathy is extended to
,Mrs. John Campbell and sons John and
Neil, in the loss of husband and
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WROXETER
Miss Gertrude Sangster of Detroit,.
spent the holiday With her parents,.
Mr. and Mrs, James Sangster,
Mr, and. Mrs. Edgar 'Wightman and
children Margaret and John, were re-
cent guests of Mrs. Ill, W. Rae,
Rae Henning of Niagara Falls, was
a recent guest of his grandfather, Mr..
Herb Henning and other friends.
Rae, who suffered serious injury in an
aceident overseas, is in Military Hos-
pital, Niagara -Falls, for treatment.
Frieeds here are pleased to know he
is making good progress,
Mrs. J, H, Wade and •Mre, C.
Whitfield, both of Wingham, spent
part of last 'week with Mr. and Mrs.
D, S, MacNaughton. •
Mrs. H. Waller returned to Toronto
with Mr. Waller and is visiting her
daughter there,
Mr, and Mrs; J. N, Allen spent New
Years holiday with Mr. and Mrs,
13, Allen, Brussels.
Miss Nellie Doig of Moleswortlt,
spent a few clays with her sister, Mrs,
Stuart Higgins and M.r, Higgins,
Mr. and Mrs. Vern Denny and
Thelma, spent New Years Day with
Mr, and Mrs, Alex Edgar of Ford-
wich.
Mr. and MrS. W. A. Sawtell and
Miss Helen Sawtell were guests of
friends at Wingham on. New Years.
Day,
Canada Becomes Second Largest
World .Exporter
Ottawa, — Trade ,Minister Mac-
Kinnon said in a review of Canadian
activity in 1944 that is probable ex-
ports of domestic merchandise for the
year came near "the unprecedented
value of $3,500,000,000.", To this
should be added, as the 'product of
Canadian labor exports .•-of new or
"non-monetary" gold amountipg to
more than $1.00,000,000, the minister
said,
"Thus Canada has been exporting its
products in 1944 at the unparaleled
rate of approximately $12,000,000 per
working day—a figure which indicates
that we are the second largest export-
ing country, in the world, second only
to the United States," he continued. New Prisoner Trade Arranged
Ottawa, — Britain and Canada as
well as the United States have reached
an agreement . with (Germany for a
further exchange of prisoners of war,
it was learned from an authoritative
source, Tie 'source said that it was
expected that between -70 and 80 Can-
adians would be among 1,756 British
subjects the Germans have agreed to
release,
Letters For Soldiers
Overseas Lost,In Plane
.Ottawa, — Post Office officials said
that mail aboard the Trans-Canada
Airlines plane which disappeared over
the Atlaritih last week, was designed
for armed forces and civilians in the
United Kingdom, :The officials said
that it .was believed the letters includ-
ed air mail letters posted between Dec,
22 and Dec. 26 and some surface let-
ters posted between Dec. 15 and Dec.
26,
day last in Wingham hospital follow- al n
ing an operation. His many business illaminialmassuaiesumissininnunnummunanammanumnammunumff
associates and 'friends -will deeply re-
Funeral Home, Thamesville, where a
service was held at 1,30 Monday. In-
terment' was made in Highgate Cem-
etery,
Red Cross Shipment
The following articles were shipped
to headquarters from the local Red
Cross Branch last week:
1 turtle-neck sweater, 3 pair mitts,
15 pair service socks, 2 pair baby's
soakers, 1 baby's sweater, 1 boy's
waist, 5 suits pyjamas, 3 diapers.
Church' Notes
Morning service December 31st in
United Church wa.g of unusual interest
when the congregation honoured those
of the church and community who have
responded to the call of King and
Country, by unveiling an Honour
Roll. Rev. J. L, Poster was in charge
of the service. The names were read
by Mr. J. H. Wylie, while Mr. Vern
Denny, chairman of the committee, un-
veiled the Roll, Two suitable anthems
were contributed by the choir, '
Holy Communion
January 14th at the close of the
morning service, there will be a cele-
bration of Holy Communion, following
the week of prayer services being con-
ducted by Rev, J, L. Foster of the
United Church and Rev. G. K. Nobes
of St, James -Anglin-it Church.
gret his death. •
George Harris of the C.M.P. and
Mrs. Harris of Mount Forest, spent a
few days with Mrs. James Harris.
We welcome to our village Mrs.
Kenneth MacPherson of Dublin, who,
has joined the staff of the local Con-
tinuation School, taking the place of
Miss Morleck, who resigned and has
taken another position.
The many friends of Miss Lenora
Higgins, R.N., and assistant supervisor
on the Staff of Victoria Hospital, Lon-
don, will regret to learn she is a
patient there oand extend best wishes
for a speedy and complete recovery.
Drew Interested In Seaway Plan
Toronto,—Premier Drew, comment-
ing on New York State Governor
Dew 7's statement that New York,
Electric Bomb. Trigger
Fires When On Target.
London, — United States 8th Air
Force headquarters • announced devel-
opment of an electric trigger which
automatically releases a bomb load
from an aircraft only when the cross-
hairs of the bomb sight are on the
target. Bombardiers formerly bad 'to
aim the sight and then reach over .and
release the bombs by hand,
Says Monty ToOk Control On 'Own
London, — The Daily Mail said that
Field Marshal Montgomery "foresaw"
the 'German counter-offensive in Bel-
gium and, when it happened, be toe]:
command of all the armies on the
northern flank on his own initiative.
The story, by Wilson Broadbent,
The Mail's political correspondent,
quoted "reliable political circles" for
it assertion that the 21st Army group
commander had taken command of the
American Armies "several days before
the idea was confirmed in -elle highest
quarters,"
Can
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la and Ontario should proceed
`the ,Lawrence waterway and
project, said Ontario is very
Red Cross Annual
The annual meeting of Wroxeter
Red Cross Society, will be held in the
Red Cross rooms on the evening of
January 24th, 8 p.m. Reports of all
committees will be given and officers
for the year 1945 will be elected.
Everyone in the Community are asked
to show their interest by attending.
Mrs. Bill Lowe of Bracebriclge, was
a recent visitor with her parents, Ur.
and Mrs. Alex ,Wright and ethet-
friendi.
Mr. and Mrs, Gordon Gibson re-
ceived a cable last -week from their
son Crawford, telling of his safe arrival
oversees.
Donated To Russian Relief
Among the many activities of the
Fourth Line group of war workers,
was a donation to the ReSsian Relief
which contained the following articles:
18 childrens coats; 8 pair. childrens
panties with waists; 2 jacket dresses;
1 slip; 3 seseaterso 1 dress for adult;
2 heavy . quilts.
Women's Institute
The Wroxeter W. I.' will hold the
first meeting o'f the New Year on
Thursday, January 11th, 3 p.m. at the
borne of Mrs. J. N. Allen. Mrs. Gil-
bert Howes will give a book review:
There will be an exchange of apron
patterns. The hostess will be assisted
by Mrs. McKenney and 'Mrs. Kaalce.
Members please note change of date.
Cheer Up—If Winter Comes Can
Spring Be Far Behind?
This. little story should cheer the
hearts of everyone during the storms
and snow. While Mr. and Mrs. W.
Sharpin and Shirley enjoyed a family
New Year's dinner party at the home
of Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Paulin, a robin
came close,to the window and chirped.
The robin which usually heralds the
Spring looked very cold. We hope it
is art omen of better weather ahead.
50 Years In Business
This week we pay tribute to a highly
esteemed citizen and businessman, Mr.
J. N. Allen, who has completed 50
years business life in. our village.
Born in Wroxeter he entered the drug
store of the late Dr. Brown in 1894.
In 1898 he graduated, as a druggist ie
which business he has continued, Not
only has Mr. Allen conducted an up-
to-date store but through his kindness,
courtesy and fair dealing, he has ren-
dered a service to this village and com-
munity hard to'egeal, and so to Mr.
Webster To Continue
Goggin's Beer 13olity
Toronto, — Hon. W. G. Webster,
new Ontario liquor commissioner, will
continue the policy established by his
predecessor, Victor Goggin, of advanc-
ing the date of validity of beer coupons
each month, it was announced Friday.
Mr. Webster said the date the Feb-
ruary coupons will become valid has
not been set but will depend on the
septets, and demand for beer.
an .ous to have the development pro-
ceed at the earliest possible date,
"The. position. of Ontario in regard
to the development of the St. Law-
rence for power is well known," he
said. "We have indicated our desire
to proceed with the development."
No Income Tax Reduction
In Prospect At Ottawa
Ottawa,,--:Informed circles see no
prospect of a, 'reduction in the level of
income tax in, 1945. If' there is any
prospect of a 'change it will be on the
,upward side, providing it can be
brought about' -without discouraging
production and 'creating a disinclin-
ation to overtime work. In the 1944
budget a. substantial change in inomne
tax' oceurred through the abolition of
compulsory savings, While compul-
NO! I DO
THAT MYSELF!
The annual Vestry meeting of St.
James Anglican Church, Wroxeter,
will be held Wednesday evening., Jan.
17th in the church recreation room.
Election of officers for the ensuing
year to be held at this meeting.
Mrs. Frances Glossop and daughter
Bettyanee of Listowel, has been visit-
ing during the past week with her •
sister, Mrs. H, I. Durst.
Mrs. Wm, Parkswho has been stay-
ing with her mother, Mrs, Maxwell,
for the past several weeks, returned
home to Montreal Monday. 'We are
pleased to report Mrs, Maxwell has
greatly improved in health,
A.B. "Bill" Martin and Miss Gal-
braith of London, were week-end visit-
ors at Bill's home, Mr. and Mrs, Bert
Martin.
Miss Edith Martin, RN., who has
been home for several days visit, left
Friday for Toronto.
Mr: John Edgar of Fort Francis,
Ontario, who has been hoine over the
holidays with his mother, Mrs. H. W.
Edgar, returned last week-end.
Howick Lions Club are contemplat-
ing entering a Midget hockey team in
the newly formed Western Ontario
Athletic Association, Lion 'Glen John-
ston representing on the board of
Governors, Tory Gregg of Station
CI<NX, being scheduled to address
Howick Lions Supper meeting Thurs-
day evening, January 11th in Vorthvieti,
on this activity.
Mrs, G. K. Nobes, wife of Rev,
Nobes, Gortie, is visiting foe a few
weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs,
Loren of Aylmer.
WHAT'S THAT?
Canada Will Call Up
5,090 1VIen A lifonth -
Ottawa, — National Seleetive Serv-
ice is maintaining its call-up queta of
5,000 men a month, Director Arthur
MacNamara said, and from other well-
informed sources came indications that
unless army requirements ,are stepped
up considerably, no major change in
present -call-op regulations is expected,
It is imown, however, to be no casy
tascto meet the 5,000-a-month quota,
..-4'land any step-up in this figure would.
have to be followed by the tapping of
new 'manpower fields.
home at Toronto on Friday.
Mr. John Gear of Kitchener, spent
the week-end at the home of his moth-
er, Mrs.. 'Phos. Gear and Mr. ancleMre.
J. L. McDowell. Mrs. J. Gear return-
ed home with him after spending tie'
week with her parents, Mr, and Mrs
j. L. McDowell.
Schools were unable to open on
Wednesday morning as owing to the
storm, The teachers for this district
were unable to make the journey from
their various homes to their school,
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Deans and Eliza-
beth, spent New Years with Mr. and
Mre. Norman McDowell, and owing
to the storm 'had an extended visit.
Miss Jean Campbell of Goderich,
spent New Years under the parental
roof.
Mrs. Bert Taylor is spending a few
days with her sister. Mrs. R. Stone-
house of Goderich,
Mr. and Mrs. Brindley.of Colborne
township, spent New Years with Mr.
and Mrs, Albert Govier.
We are glad to hear that little Betty
Blair, daughter of /Vie. and. Mrs. Hugh
Blair, who was a patient in Wingham
hospital for a few days, is recovering
nicely from her burns which were
caused from scalding water.
We are pleased to hear that Mrs.
Robt Govier is progressing as well as
can he expected from an appendix op-
eration which was performed at Clin-
ton hospital last Wedensday.
Mr. Jim Kelly of Seaforth, visited
his cousin, Mr. Murray McDowell.
The monthly meeting of the W.M,S.
was held on Wednesday afternoon with
10 present. Christmas carols were
sung. Prayer by Mrs. W, McVittie.
Scripture lesson was read from St,
Luke 2, by Mrs, Marvin MeDowell.
Prayers were offered by Mrs. R. Vin-
cent, Mrs, Marvin McDowell, Mrs. W.
F. Campbell. Readings were given by
Mrs„ R. Vincent and Mrs. McVittie.
The election of officers took place
which are us follows: president, Mts.
Win, McVittie; 1st vice, Mrs, Roland
Vincent; secretary, Mrs, Marvin Mc-
Dowell; cor, sec., Mrs. Frank Camp-
bell; treasurer, Mrs. Stanley Cook; as-
sistant, Winriifred Campbell; strangers
sec., Mrs, WIn. Gooier; missoin band
convener, ,Mrs, Norman McDowell;
assistants, Mrs. Howard Campbell,
Mrs, Wit. Carter, Mildred Thornton;
batty band snot.. Mrs, Norman Rad-
ford; missionary monthly, Mrs. Jack
Buchanan; committee to prepare the
groups for 1045, Mrs. It', J, Cook, Mrs.
Toward 'Campbell, Mrs, Norman Mc-
Dowell, Mts., MeVittie; temperance
stmt., Mrs. 3. I,. Menowell; christian
stewardship supt, Mrs. F. j. Cook;
W. A. treasuret% Mrs. Alva McDowell;
boys overseas boX treasurer, Mrs, Win;
Govier; Red,, Cross Aept.,
The "14-Closed with pray-..
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'WESTFIELD
Master Charlie Brigham of Blyth,
visited at the home of Mr, and Mrs.
Geo, Wightman over the week-end.
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Campbell and
family, spent Now Years with Mr, and
Mrs, A. E. Johnston of West Wawa-
nosh.
Mr. Meredith Young of Lonclesboro,
visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs,
Maurice Bosnian.
Mt, Lint, Stanley Abel of St.
Thomas, who spent over three years
in war operations, and returned to
Canada a short time ago to take a
special course at the Radio School at
Clinton, spent New Years at the home:
of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Campbell,
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Cook and family
of Belprave, spent New Years with
Mr, and Mrs. V. J. Cook,
Site. Harold nO,W1Ati of London, is
spending a five day leave with his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Boirnan.
ts41.—her..'s
OBITUARY
John F. Campbell
This community was saddened when
on Thursday it was learned of the
death of a highly esteemed young
business man in the person of John
F. Campbell.
Deceased who was in his 42nd year,
suffered an attack of appendicitis and
was taken to Wingham General Hos-
pital on Tuesday where he underwent
an operation, On Wednesday he ap-
peared to be making a good recovery
but tompliCations set in resulting in
death on Thursday.
About seven years ago coming with
his family from Windsor, he purchased
the barbering business front Mr.
IlarVey Timm, During those years,
with his fine personality and fair deal-
ing, he has made many friends who
will deeply regret his passing. Mr.
Campbell was a good singer and gaVe
of his talent whenever possible. He
was a member of Forest Lodge
and A,M.
Surviving are his wife, the former
Violet Titnlirte, two sons, John and
Neil, his parents who reside in Wied-
sor, two sisters, Mrs. John Abray, of
Ridgetown; Miss Betty, at hone; a
brother George Campbell of the Bank
of Montreal,
A service was held at M, Irvin's;
Undertaking Parlours, IGorrie, on Fri-
day 'evening, rfev. Foster of
Wroxeter United Church, in tharge,,
Members of Forest Lodge A.r. and
A,M. attended in a body, The body
ben taken to Brown arid Holmes Miss Minnie Shell retuftv
AN ENDLESS CHAIN IT'S JUST A SAMPLE OP HOW
THINGS ARE BEING SIMPLIFIED
FOR, RETAILERS, WE
APPRECIATE THE tieLp
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THIS PAMPHLET! IT TELLS
ME HOW TO PRICE
ALL MY LINES ! The Wartime Prices and
,Trade Board is making
things easier for the retailers.
They, in turn, are doing their
hot to help you. Are pi? co.
operating? If prices are out
of line, check! The success
of the whole economic Vs.,
tern depends on every link in
the chain, Let's pull As of et
JOHN LAHAT1 OWED
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