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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-04-19, Page 1TWINS DONORS AT THE BLOOD CLINK; 167 Attended The 20th Clinic To Be Held Here Thirteen gold buttons were present- ed at the 20th Red Cross. Blood Donor Clinic here on Wednesday last week, These buttons were awarded to the following on the occasion of their giv- ing their 1.0th donation: A. M. Peeb- les, Harvey Niergarth, Morley Somers,. Roy Manuel, Horace Aitcheson, Fred Massey, George Hetherington, Ross Anderson, Graeme Anderson, Alfred Nesbitt, Edwin Cartwright, Mrs. John C. McBurney, Mrs. James Seli, Mr, Frank Johnson gave his 15th donation- Sixteen received bronze buttons for 3 donations, 23 silver buttons for 6 donations, A feature was the presentation by Mrs. Cooper, technician in charge, of Blood Donor Volunteer Worker's Pins to 36 women who had given one year or more of service to the clinic. The committee had notified 160 to be present but there were 167 in at- tendance, 108 men and 59 women. There were 15 new donors, The first twin donors to attend the chinic here were present at this clinic, they were Misses Violet and Viola McCracken of Wroxeter. Eight married couples were donors: Mr. and Mrs. James Seli, Mr. and Mrs. Duncan Kennedy, Mr.' and Mrs. Harold Brooks, Mr. and Mrs,eHorace Aitcheson, Mr. and Mrs. Cedril Mof- fatt, all of Wingham, and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. E. Austin of Gorrie, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Elliott of Bluevale, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gower of Bel- grave, Assisted by local nurses the follow- ing doctors -were in charge: Connell and Crawford of Wingham, Johnston of Lucknow, Hodd of Blyth, Jamieson of Brussels, McCallum of Teeswater. In compiling the list it was noted that 95 donors were from Wingham and vicinity which shows that Wing- ham residents realize the urgency of donating blood and take the opportun- ity of contributing their share. (Continued on page seven) C. C. F. NOMINATION SATURDAY NIGHT Mr. J. Noseworthy, M.P. For York South Guest Speaker The C. C. F. will hold a nominating convention in the Town Hall here at 8.30 o'clock, Saturday night this week, April 21st. The special speaker will be Mr. 3. Noseworthy, M.P,, for the riding of York South. Huron-Bruce will have three candi- dates in the field after this nomination. Mr. John Hanna has already been named by the Progressive Conserva- tives and the Liberals nominate Fri- day night. ST. ANDREW'S W.M.S. HELD THANK-OFFERING Delegates To Presbyterial Named The Easter Thank-offering meeting of the Women's Missionary Society of St, Andrew's Presbyterian Church was held in the church, on Wednes- day, last week. The president, ,Mrs. W. A. Russell, conducted the meeting and gave a talk on the "Resurrection Story". Miss B. Graham offered prayer. The roll call was answered by verses with an Easter message. Mrs. W, Williamson gave the dedicatory prayer. After the nomination for Presbyter- ial vacancies and the nominatioe. of Mrs. W, J. Henderson and Mrs, T. C. King as delegates to the, Presbyterial to be held at Molesworth, Mrs. N. Fry, Peace Fund secretary, read "what the fund will mean", Mrs. W. J. Henderson addressed the meeting. Her subject was "The Cross" taken front Matt, 26-29, "Nevertheless not as will but at Thou wilt". Mrs. H. Sherbondy and Mies P. Wilson favoured with the duct "Alone". Met, Morley Sorter's East- er message was "The Risen Lord and the Faithful Women". The closing prayer was by Mitt C. Isbister, Tea was served in the Sunday School room at the close of the Meet s% ing, With Which Is Ana4loaraatA The Gerrie Vidette And Wroxeter News. Single Copies Five Cents, WINHAM ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 19th, 1945 Subscription $2,00 Per Peer it FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT Jan. 30, 1882 — April 12, 1945 Ile cloth raise his country's fame with his own And in the mouths of nations yet unborn His praises shall be sung: Death comes to all But great achievements raise a monument, Which shall endure until the sun grows cold, ARTHUR EDITOR SPOKE TO LIONS Midget Hockey Club Were Guests At the regular Lions Luncheon last Friday evening at Yemen's Grill, Rix- ton Rafter was the guest speaker of the evening, Mr, Rafter was intro- dined by Lion Ron Rae, Mr, Rafter is tire editor of the Arthur Enterprise, He has been blind since birth and is a graduate of Queen's University, He spoke on the slogan. of Lions Clubs, "Liberty, Intelligence and Our Nation's Safety. Each word was con- sidered separately. He traced the progress of Liberty or Freedom from early times in England and in the United States and told of the gradual accomplishments under Anglo-Saxon rule. The rise of *Hitler had been ac- complished under gradual reduction of freedom and liberty. In referring to. the late President Roosevelt he pre- dicted that the spirit of Liberty pro- moted so ably by the President with the united effort of Anglo-Saxon peoples would bring a stable peace to the world. Under the heading of In- telligence or Knowledge, great pro- gress had been made in the last one hundred years. He cited many ex- ..amples and commented upon the train- ing now given in our schools. He felt that our Country could be publicized by songs about its virtues, With reference to the Nation and its Safety, he 'quoted classical poems to illustrate the fine qualities of the British race. The British Em- pire had been the greatest force for good, the world had ever known. He completed his remarks with quotations :from Robert Burns. (Continued on page six) PRESENTATION Saturday ,evening ,during the Barn Dance at CKNX a presentation of a plaque was made to W. T. Cruick- shank and CKNX by the Town of -Wingham in appreciation of their win- ning the Beaver Award recently. Mayor Fred Davidson' gave the ad- 'dress and Reeve J. J., Evans made the -presentation. 11'. C. 11. U. MET FRIDAY LAST :Parents Urged To Have Children Attend L.T.L. Meetings Mrs. A. Cosens opened her home on .Friday afternoon for the monthly meeting of the W.C.T.U. Miss Purdy, -the president, conducted the meeting. The meeting opened with the hymn, need Thee every hour" and prayer 'by Mrs. John Falconer: Mrs. Elmer Wilkinson read the scripture lesson, -the 27th psalm. To honour the mem- ory of the late President Roosevelt ,Mrs. Hiseler sang "Crossing the Bar". The minutes of the last meeting were -read by Mrs. George H. Scott and the . roll call was answered by a verse of scripture. Mrs. Elmer Wilkinson pre- sented the treasurer's report. A report of the activities of the L.T.L. was given by the leader, Miss Laura Collar. , This organization has been set up for the benefit of children 7 to 15 years of age. Parents of children in this age ,group are urged to encourage their children to attend. The work being carried on by the L.T.L. is designed to be of great benefit to the children. A card of appreciation was read front Mr, arid Mrs. R. H. Lloyd and fatuity. Mrs. Cosens gave a very interesting 'talk on the work being carried out 'by the W.C.T.U. She stated that the, work of the organization Was ,not ton- , fined to a fight against alcohol but other evils as well, bad literature, etc, Speakirig of Willard Hall of Toronto, -she said it assisted hundreds of girls away from home, has class rooms, recreational rooms, gymnasiums, swimming pool and entertains with social- gatheringe. London and St. Catherines also have W.C.T.U. build- Inge. Kingston and Brockville pre= seated their •communities with marble drinking fountains. She told of 500 -attending a temperance meeting in Clinton to hear art address by Miss Yeoman. She asked would we get that teeny to attend a temperance 'Meeting today. Miss Pnedy expressed appreciation 'to Itrs, Cosens and the meeting closed with the hymn "Work for the night is •toming', and prayer by Miss Putdy, QUOTAS FOR VICTORY LOAN ARE ANNOUNCED Local Committee Urges Early Purchase of Bonds Be Ready When, The Salesman Calls Over four months have elapsed since the 'Huron County Committee wound up the seventh successful Vic- terry Loan Campaign. During the last four months, the United Nations have covered many miles along the Road to Victory and the end in Europe seems to be in sight. These military successes have been, accompanied by tragedy in the form of lengthening lists of Canadian casualties of which we should not be unmindful in enter- ing what may well prove to be the real Victory Loan Campaign. Since "D" Day our war expenditures have risen to a new peak which has made it necessary for the Minister of Fin: anee to appeal to the people for greater support than ever before and, as you doubtless know, the objective for this loan has been increased, and Huron's share of this increase is $195,000. The' Wingham Committee have set as their objective being the first muni- cipality in Huron to go over the top. Plan now to purchase to your full capacity and when the salesman makes his first call close the deal. The sales- men of the municipality which goes over the top first receive a souvenir prize. Wingham has never received this honour. Let us do it this campaign. The salesmen. for this district are: Wingham, J, J. Fryfogle, M. McPhail, H. V. Pyin; East Wawanosh, Frank Campbell, J. S. Scott, Frank Thomp- son; West Wawanosh, Durnin Phillips, Thomas Webster; Turnberry, David Fortune, Thos. Gilmour, John Chil- vers; Howick, Robt, 'Gibson, A. M. Harris, W. E. Patterson., W. E. Whit- field, J. H. Wylie; Morris, Lyle Hop- per, Menn9"Jackson, Cecil Wheeler; Grey, Watson Brown, Harry Fear, Andrew 'Turnbull, R. W. Whitfield; Brussels, Robert Bowman, RObert Warwick; Blyth, Gordon Augustine, Ray Dobbyn. Ashfield Township,, $112,500; Wa- wanosh West, $74,000; Colborne town- ship, $71,000; Goderich Town, $459,- 000; Wawanosh East. $74,000; Wing- ham, $200.500; Turnberry Township, $82,0'00; Howick Township,. $239,000; Morris Township, $101,500; Grey Township, $127,500; Brussels, $79,500; Blyth, $49,000; Tuckersmith Township, $108,000; McKillop Township, $108,- 500; Hullett Township, $108,500; Sea- forth, $174,000; Stanley Township, $110,000; Goderich Township, $91,500; Hensale & Hay East, $108,500; Zurich & Hay West, $97,500; -Osborne Town- ship, $108,000; Exeter, $159,500; Stephen East, $71,000; Stephen West, $71,000; Clinton, $189,500. Total $3,175,000, Rerall again presents their Original One Cent Sale — ThurSday, Friday, Saturday at McKibbons. Purchased House Mr. and Mrs. Robert Deyell have moved to their home, which they pur- chased recently, on the corner of Ed- ward and Victoria Sts.: Their ,friends will wish them much happiness in their new borne. The Original Rexall One Cent Sale saves you money—Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 1VIcKibbon's , HERE IS ONE FOR THE BRINE BOOK Bridge Players field Unusual hands At a bridge game at the home of ,Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Roberts on Wed- nesday evening last week four hands were dealt at one table that are worth recording. The players were Mrs, W. B, McCool, Mrs, W. VanWyck, Mr, R. Hobden and Mr, Roberts. Mr. Roberts was the dealer and he held 11 hearts and two small dia- monds; Mrs, VanWyck had all Spades and •two email clubs; Mre, McCool had 11 diamonds and two small hearts; Mr, Hobden held 11 clubs and two small spades. Another thing that made the hands unusual was that each hi the suit they held had from the ace down to the 9. Mrs, VanWycic played the hand having bid a grand slant in spades over Mr. Roberts bid of a grand slam In hearts. Seedless to say it *as a lay down. • JOHN W. HANNA CHOICE OF THE CONVENTION Huron-Bruce Progressive Conserv- atives Again Nominate Their Former Member Hon. George H. Challies, Special s Speaker, Says Vote For Drew ,Is A Vote For Rational Reform John W. Hanna was the unanimous choice of the Huron-Brece Progressive Conservative nominating convention held in the Town Hall here, Thursday evening, He was signally honoured as no other name was placed before the convention, He was the success- ful candidate in the Provincial election less than two years ago, and his sup- porters appeared determined to have him contest the election. In accepting the nomination, Mr. Hanna, said lie was very proud to be back on the platform and expressed his appreciation of the support given him at the last election. Eighteen months ago I went to Toronto to re- present the best riding in Ontario and I wish to thank you for the confidence you have placed in me in giving me. an acclamation at this, convention. He said he had full confidence that with the good-will shown him lie would bring another victory to this riding of Huron-Bruce. I am just one of the many in Huron-Bruce who could take on this responsibility, I am very thankful to my many friends and it is my intention to give you what I have and try to bring about the share we are deserving from the Ontario Govern- ment. (Continued on page three) MAILING LIST HAS BEEN CORRECTED Examine The Yellow Label On Your Paper The, Advan ce-Times mailing list has been corrected up to and including Saturday, April 14th. Please examine the' label on your paper and if there are any errors please notify this office. If your label reads April 45, or prior to that date and early settlement would be greatly appreciated. TWO ELECTIONS TO BE •HELD IN JUNE Provincial Election June" 4tli, Federal on June 11th From now until June 11th we will be in the throws of election campaigns. Last Thursday Premier Drew an- nounced June 11th as election day for Ontario, and on Friday Premier King named the same day for the Dominion election. Monday Mr. Drew changed the date of the Ontario election to June 4th. He said that indescribable confusion would result from holding the two elections on the same 'date. He claimed that more' than 40,000 per- sons in Ontario would be disfranchised if the two elections were held on the same day. RUMMAGE SALE The Ladies' Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital, are holding a Rummage Sale 'in the Armouries on Saturday afternoon, April 28, at two o'clock. They are asking for donations of furniture, clothing, dishes, etc., any- thing you de not need that they can sell. If you wish your donation col- lected, call phone 19. When the housecleaning is being done, do not discard anything—save it for the Runt- mage Sale. Afternoon tea will also be served, Bert Mitchell Fractured Ankle Mrs. Bert Mitchell received a letter from her husband, BSM. Bert Mitchell, on Tuesday it which he informed her that he had fractured a small bone in his ankle. The accident • happened when he fell front a motorcycle. Bert has been stationed at a reinfoteerrient depot since he was discharged from hospital following an accident in France. IIINGO IVIAY 1st Wingham Legion are holding a Bingo in the Armouries, Tuesday evening, May let. Play at 8.15 eeleek. Twenty games for 60e, Five specials at 10c each, Good prizes, COMMUNITY SERVICE HERE ON "V" DAY This Service Will Be Held In Wing- ham United Church At Either 8 p.m. or 10.30 a.m. Mayor Fred L, Davidson has issued a proclamation declaring "V" Day a public holiday and arrangements have been made to hold a Community Serv- ice of Thanksgiving on this day. The service will be held in Wing- ham United Church at either 8 p.m. or 10,30 a.m. If "V" Day is announc- ed between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. the serv- ice will be held at 10.30 a,m. If the announcement comes after 8 a.m, the service will be held at 8 o'clock in the evening. A form of service has been arranged by the Ministerial Association and all citizens are urged to attend, Two Shows For Special Picture The special picture KEYS OF THE KINGDOM starring Gregory Peck and Thomas Mitchell is playing at the Lyceum Theatre, Wingham, April 23, 24, 25, There will be TWO SHOWS EACH NIGHT at 7,00 p.m, and 9,30 p.m. CITIZENS' COMMITTEE ON REHABILITATION TO BE FORMED HERE Meeting Will Be Held Friday Evening April 27 In almost every town in this prov- ince a Citizens' Committee on Re- habilitation has been formed, A meet- ing to form such a'committee here will be held itt the Council Chambers at 8;16 p.m. on the evening of Friday, April 27th. All interested hi the te- hebititatiort of returned men are urged to be present. —Fabricius. E. W. FEDERATION TO HOLD BANQUET Committees Set Up To Carry Out This Activity The regular monthly meeting of the East Wawanosh Unit of the Federation of Agriculture was held in the Bel- grave Co-operative club room with 14 members of the executive and director- ate present. A report of the last coun- ty meeting was. given by Mr. Lawrence Taylor, Considerable discussion took place regarding the advisability of holding another banquet this year and it was decided to feature another banquet. The following committees were ap- pointed: program committee, N, Rad- ford, L, Wightmatt, 5. Buchanan; Lawre4nee Taylor to arrange speaker; tickets, D. 'Campbell; table and decor- ations, Mason Robinson, Ronald Coul- tes, Art Scott, Aldin Purdon, Chas. Leaver, Harvey Black, Edgar Wight- man; ushers and dance, Orval Mc- Gowan, Calvert Falconer, C. Crovier, Dan Hallahan, L. Ruddy. It was also decided to hold a draw at the banquet for a $5 War Savings Certificate as in former years. Another meeting will be held April 24th. Chimney Fire The fire department had a call to a chimney fire at the home of Mrs. Margaret McLean, Catherine street, Tuesday mortileg. The wind was very high at the time, but no damage rev stilted. The original Rexall One Cent Sale is now ott at McKibbons, DANCE FRIDAY NIGHT AT ROYAL T To the music of Vranisie Banks and Iris ten-piece timid, Dancing 9.30 to 1,30, Admission 50e. CPL. ,CLARENCE A. OHM WOUNDED. IN ACTION This Is The Second Time He Has Been Wounded, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ohm, Victoria Street, received word on Thursday last, that their son, Cpl. Clarence Al- bert Ohm, had been wounded in action April 3rd. The telegram did not give any further information, This is the second time that Clarence has been wounded. On August 10th last year he was wounded in France and was in hospital for a month with a fractured shoulder before returning to his unit. Clarence, now 21, enlisted as soon as he reached the age of 18. That was in September 1942, After training at London, Listowel and Stratford lie proceeded overseas in September 1943 and went with his unit to France in July shortly after "D" Day. Prior to enlistment he was employ- ed at the U.F.O. and he enlisted at Thames Valley, London, -while 'at camp with the 99th (R) Battery, RC.A, Friends hope that word will be re- ceived very soon that his wounds are of a minor nature and that he has a rapid recovery. LIBERAL NOMINATION HERE FRIDAY NIGHT lion. Farquhar Oliver, Will Be The Special Speaker Huron-Bruce Liberal Association will hold a nominating convention in the Town Hall here at 8.30 p.m., on Friday evening this week, April 20th, to select a candidate for the forthcom- ing Provincial election. The guest speaker will be Hon. Farquhar Oliver, M.L,A., who has been a member of the Ontario Legislature for the past 19 years. PROJECTION MACHINE AVAILABLE IN COUNTY Any Organization Within The County May Use It 'the film projection machine oper- ated by Huron County Federation of Agriculture and serviced by National Film Board of Canada, is available to any organization within the County. Showings may be arranged by con- tacting Mr. Harvey Johnston, R. R. No. 2, Blyth, who operates the machine or W. V. Roy, Secretary, County Fed- eration, Londesboro, Ontario. Another ,opportunity for you to save money at the Original Rexall One Cent Sale—This week at McKibbons. Curler, Bowlers to Banquet The Wingham 'Curlers and Bowlers are holding a banquet at Yemen's Grill, Friday evening this week, April 20, at 6.15 o'clock. Tickets are now on sale. Underwent Operation Little Elizabeth Deans, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Carl Deans, underwent an operation on her eyes in Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday last week. We are happy to state that she made splendid progress and her par- ents brought her home Tuesday after- noon. Wetl.A.A. SPONSOR SUMMER SPORTS Juvenile Hard Ball, Girls' and Men's Softball Leagues to be Formed At an enthusiastic meeting held here on Thursday evening it was decided that the Western Ontario Athletic As- sociation will branch out into summer sports and three leagues will he form- ed. They are a hard ball league for juvenile boys, boys under 18 before May 1st this year; a girls' softball league, no age limits.; a men's soft- ball league for those over 18 years of age. It is planned to have all leagues get underway by June 1st„ therefore all entries must be made by May 15th. In the case of the juveniles birth cer- tificates must be in before a player may take part in a game. Certificates will be issued to players as soon as possible after May 15th. The groups it all three leagues will be made so that teams will have a minimum of travel and will get as 'emelt play es possible, With all the Allied world, Canada mourns the passing of a true friend, but rejoices also that such a'man has lived—has left behind that thing of the spirit—which cannot die, On Sunday morning the late President' of the United States of America, was laid to rest in the rose garden of riis home at Hyde Park, New York State, Prime Minister Mackenzie King represented Canada at the burial. West Point Cadets fired three vollies and the Last Post was sounded at this dignified ceremony. In the East Room of the White House in Washington on Saturday afternoon, a funeral service was held, impressive by its very simplicity. His Majesty King George VI was represented by the Duke of Athlone, Governor General of Canada and Prime Minister Churchill by Anthony Eden. President Roosevelt died unexpectedly of a cerebral hemorrhage at 4,35 p.m. Thursday lasttweek at Warm Springs, Georgia, where he had, been resting from his arduous duties. Ot one o'clock he complained of a headache and lost consciousness from which he did not rally, Services were held throughout the Allied World on Sunday to honour his memory. Local churches used a portion of their regular service hour to pay tribute to him. and a community service was held in St, Paul's Anglican Church following the evening service, Rev. Jack James, the rector, conducted the service. Rev. W. A. Beecroft preached and prayers were given by Rev. J.N.H. Norton and Rev. A. Nimmo.