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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-07-05, Page 1rr • • . • PROMINENT CITIZEN PASSED ON FRIDAY Late J. Walton ]MaCilabon Was Bs, teemed Resident of Wingham Wingham lost one of its veteran businessmen and highly esteemed resi- dents, when 5, Walton McKibben, pas- sed away at his home here early Fri- day morning last in his 66th year, About 3 years ago he was compelled on account of ill health to cease active participation in his business which is now conducted by his son, John P. McKibben. J. Walton McKibbon The late Mr. McKibbon was born in Wingham, the son of the late Phillip and Elizabeth McKibbon. His father was a former business man here and in Teeswater. He graduated from the Ontario Col- lege of Pharmacy in 1900 and after spending a year at Napanee returned to Wingham and purchased the John Davis Drug store which he continued to operate until forced to retire due to ill health. In his active life the late Mr. Mc- Kibbon touched life at many points. For many years he was active in the municipal life of our town. He served as councillor, mayor and was reeve for ten years being 'Warden of Huron County in 1928. He was a Conserva- tive in politics and held many offices in the local and riding organizations. In religion lie was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian church, served as a member of the Board of Mana- gers for several terms. Fraternal soc- ieties had his counsel and guidance. He was a Past Master of Wingharn Lodge, A.F. & A.M„ No. 286, G.R.C., also of Wingham, Loyal Orange Lodge, He was a Past Noble Grand of Maitland Lodge, I. 0, 0. F., Np. 119, and Past Principal of Lebanon Chapter, R. A. M. He was for twenty- eight years a director in the United Drug Company and several of the of- ficers of this company were present at the funeral. One of his greatest inter- ests was Wingham General Hospital. He was a member of the first Board of Directors and continued as a member of the Board from that time 1907, until two years ago when 'on account of ill health he resigned. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, the former Vera Knechtel, also three sons, and a daughter, Major (Dr.) W, A. McKibbon, at present with the 6th Canadian General Hospi- tal, Overseas; Cpl, Charles C. McKib- ben, R,C.A,F., who arrived home, af- ter serving overseas 31/4 years, a few hours following his father's death; John P. McKibbon, who is continuing the business and Miss Mary Elizabeth, Reg. N,, who recently graduated from Wellesley Hospital, Toronto, The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Alex Nimmo, at his late resi- dence, Centre street„ on Sunday after- noon, and it WAS attended by a large concourse of citizens, Burial took place in Wingliam cemetery. 'The pallbear- ers were, John W. Hanna, M. P. P..; R. H. Lloyd, Archie Peebles, H. C. MacLean, W. James Henderson, W. W. Armstrong, Red Cross Donations Whitechttrch 'Unit (Mrs. J. Purdon's group) 3 large quilts, 2 crib quilts. One of these quilts was donated by Mrs. W. Henry and 1 lining by Mrs. G. Gillespie, Belgrave Store Sold Ur. T. n, Johnston has sold his general store at Belgrave to Me Clar- ence Hanna of Listowel, who gets possession July 10th. We understand that Mr, Johnston is retaining the management -of the post office. Mr. Hanna had for the past 17 years been employed in the dyeing department of the Maitland Spinning Mill, Listowel. PUBLIC SCHOOL TOPS WAR STAMP QUOTA Children Have Invested Generously Wingham: is noted for always meet- ing its obligations and this has been very noticeable during the war. This honour does not belong to the older folk alone as the pupils at Wingham Public School have e. very fine record in the purchase of War Savings stamps. During the 1944-45 term the school purchased $1092 which is $12 above the 'quota set The quota per Toone was $135 and the grades to ex- ceed this mark were 1, 2 and 8. In ,1942-43 the school purchased 1633,175 in War Savings Stamps and in 1943-44 $1068.25 which was $108.25 over the quota for that year. These figures show that the children have each year increased their purchases. DANCE AT ROYAL T. On Wednesday evening, July 11th., to Elliott Carruther's Orchestra. Ad- mission 50 cents. Bowled At Goderich Wally Miller and Bert Porter came .5th Bowling at Goderich on Monday. North Wellington Recount July Oth -3r- judge B. W. Clement has fixed July '9th for beginning a recount of votes Fast in the federal election June 11th in Wellington North, Lewis Menary, Progressive Conservative, was elected over Arnold barroch, Liberal, by 15 votes. QED GROSS REPORT OF JUNE DONATIONS 'The following ate the ,donations re- teived by Wingham and District Red Cross Society for the month of June, Miss Annie Kennedy's group, Whitechureh, $8.85; • Miss McCallum, $1.00; Mrs. McGinnis's group, White- church, $2.29; Mrs, George PltiPpert, 1 crib uittit; 9th Turribetry (Gilmour's school), 1 quilt, 2 afghans; Bluevale 5 nightgowns, 10 pyjamas: 1 guilt; Winghant gigh School, 2 pair 40x and Wool, INTERESTING MEETING HELD BY INSTITUTE Report of District Annual Given By Mrs. W. S. Hall The local branch of the Women's Institute, had a most interesting meet- ing on Friday afternoon. Mrs. H. Campbell gave a paper on the life of Muriel 'Donalda, a former Wingham girl, who has made good in the musical field, She was born at Teeswater and at the age of 14 was organist of the St. Paul's church, here, She is famed as a harpist as well as an organist and has played with Rex Battle's orches- tra and has been accompanist for Frank Sanatra and many other stars of radio and screen. Mrs. W. Stanley Hall gave a very fine report of the District Annual meeting which was held in Belgrave recently. An interesting feature was the reading by Mrs. A. R. DuVal, the president, of a chapter from "The Un- known Country" by Bruce Hutchin- son. Lois Lockridge favoured with a delightful solo with Leslie Mae Wall as accompanist. A social hour was held following the meeting. DATE FOR NEXT r. BLOOD CLINIC August 22nd Date Set This is to remind the public that Blood Donor Clinics will be continued here as usual, The need for plasma is very great despite the fact that the war has ended in Europe, The next clinic will be held Wednesday morn- ing, August 22nd. Keep this date in mind. If you have not yet donated leave your name at McKibbees. bance Gilmour's School July 6th Don't. forget the dance at Gilmour's' School, Friday night, July 6th. Cottn'e orchestra will supply the music. Geo, Jordan floor manager. Proceeds for Patriotic Purposes. Lunch served, Admission 35c.„ NOTICE OF INTEREST TO THOSE DISCHARGED A reptesentStive of the Rehabilita- tion Branch of the Departnient of Veterans' Affairs, London, will be at the Town Hall beret from 10 to 12 noon, on Thursday this week, July 5, Any who have recently been dis- charged and wish to consult regarding their rehabilitation should meet this representative. Any of the service personnel who are here on leave at that time may also AVAit themselves of this oppertttnity. Zingle Copies Five Cents With Which Is Amalgamated The Qorrie Vidette and Wroxeter Newt. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JULY 5th, 194$ SubseriPtion0 $2.00 Per litqtr STREET FROLIC CROWD [BATTERY WENT TO DISPERSED BY RAIN CAMP ON SATURDAY ANNIVERSARY MARKED BY MISSION BAND [sappy Gleaners Mission Bend Cele- brated 50th Anniversary A very special meeting marking the 50th Anniversary of the Happy Glean- ers Mission Band of St, Andrew's PreShyterian Church, was held in the church. Wednesday afternoon last week, The Sunday School room was beautifully decorated in gold and bas- kets of flowers, In the centre of, the room there owes a lace covered table centred with a large birthday Cake, flowers and candles, Mary Somers, president of the band, presided and the program consisted of recitations by Jean Bain, Mary Frances Currie, Mary Ann McKibbon, Mary Buckman, Jim- mie Henderson, Betty Gorbutt, Don- alda MacDonald. Musical numbers in- cluded a chorus by the band, a duet by Jean and Louise Campbell, solos 'by Pauline Swanson and Mary Buck man, and a trio by John Hanna, Ken- neth 'MacLean and Stewart Nimmo. Mrs. W. A. Russell, president of the Women's Missionary Society, present- ed a certificate to Mary Frances Cur- rie, 1st seal to Mary Somers, and 3rd seal to Kenneth McLean for perfect attendance at the Mission Band last year. After the collection Reggie Baker gave the dedicatory prayer. Mrs, T. C. King read the minutes • of the W.M.S. meeting held in Feb- ruary 1895, when it was decided to organize a Mission Band in St. An- drew's church. A very interesting and helpful address was given by Mrs. A. Nimmo. The articles to be sent in the bale were on display, most of these had been made at the band work meetings. There was also a display of fancy -work and novelties brought home from Formosa by Miss Dorothy Douglas, who served there as a missionary and is now in British Guiana, The members of the band and the leaders are very grateful to the ladies for attending and helping in so many ways, The members and visitors en- joyed tea, chocolate milk and sand- wiches and the birthday cake which was cut by Mrs. H, E. McGee. Each week more Of our lads in the services are arriving bonee. Last week was no exception when five arrived back in Canada from oviirseas, William Brogine One of, the lads who arrived last week, Spr. William' W, Broome, ale rived Saturday afterpoon, His parents, Mr, and Mrs. William Broome, met him as he got off the train at London and before long, they were on their way home. Bill is on 11 days leave and after that he will report back to hospital.' Bell enlisted the day war was declared' in the R.C.E, He was in the Dieppe raid and went back to France two days after "D" Day. He was with his unit through France, Bel- 'iutn, Holland and Germany, and had the misfortune to be badly wounded April 26th. Bill is at amputation case having had one leg amputated about six inches below the knee. At the same time his other leg was badly gashed as was his right arm. His left hand was fractured. Despite all this he is exceptionally cheerful. His brother James, has been overseas 314, years with the R.C,A,S.C. Charles C. McKibbon *Late Friday afternoon Cpl. Charles C. ,McKibbon arrived in town. He was met by his brother John, at Guelph and they motored back. . It was rather a sad home coming for Charlie as his father, J' W. McKibbon, had passed on early the seine morning. Charlie enlisted with the R.C.A.P. in March 1941 and trained as arinourier. He was overseas for three and a half years. His brother, Major W. A. Mc- Kibbon, is with the 6th Canadian General Hospital overseas, but they have not seen each other for some months. He will spend a 20-day leave with his mother before reporting et Debert, N.S. Stewart Holloway 1- Another to arrive on Friday was Pte. Stewart, Holloway: His parents and his wife-whie'r'eSlaes in St. Cath- erines but who arrived in Wingham the night previous, went to London and met him, coming back to Wing- ham. Stewart was a member of the Perth battalion, which saw much fighting in Sicily, Italy and also in Holland and Germany, , He left two 'brothers over there, Edward and Ross and the family are looking forward to a big re-union when these other lads come back. • Harry Brown 7' We have not seen LAC. Harry Brown since his return to Canada. He arrived back on the same ship as Charlie McKibbon. He was met by his wife and daughter at Toronto, and they planned to visit his father at St. Jacobs and relatives in Hamilton prior to coming to Glenannan where his wife has lived for the past couple of years. Harry prior to enlisting with the eiCR.A.F„ was on the staff of the Wingham Public School, He joined up four years ago -and Went overseas et Christmas time in 1942. George A. Stewart Mrs. George A. Stewart met her hus- band when he arrived in London last week. Mrs. Stewart, the former Bur- detta Coutts, has lived in Wingham most of the time that her husband was overseas, He enlisted at the start of the war and has been overseas with the 13th Canadian General Hospital since the first. contingent. His num- ber waS A65. Pte. Stewart is a native of Gorrie. We take great pleasure in extending a sincere welcome home to all these returning -veterans on behalf of the folk of this community. In Wingham Hospital Mr. Josh. Scott is a patient in Wing- ham General Hospital. Friends hope for a speedy recovery. BINGO! BINGO!, SATURDAY NIGHTS Each Saturday evening the Legion will hold a bingo in the Council Chambers. Frit the past two years these summer bingos have been staged and the Legion again seeks to-opera- tion of the public for their Bingos each Saturday night. All proceeds art for 'Legion purposes, which means get, tins ready to receive the boys when they return from service, Good prizes for the lucky winners. Platt to play Ringo Saturday nights at the town hall. vi• SPECIAL SERVICES PLANNED FOR FALL Arrangements have been completed to hold evangelistic services in Wing- ham Town Hall, September 23rd to October 3rd inclusive, Rev. J. K. Holland The special speaker will he Rev, J. K. Holland of Toronto, who conducted similar services here in October last year. Accompanying him will be "The Copelands", Mr. , and Mrs. Mc- Duff Copeland, composer and soloist who was with the Metrololitan opera for foiir years. BOWLING CLUB HELD FIRST TOURNAMENT Local Rinks Won First and Second Prizes The first tournament held this sea- son on the local greens took place on Friday night under ideal weather con- ditions, and with excellent greens. Sixteen rinks of trebles took part, Listowel 1, Seaforth 1, Goderich 1, Brussels 1, Lucknow 2, Teeswater 2, Kincardine 1, and 9 local. The winners were: 1st, Jim 'Gurney, Art Wilson, Alex Crawford, skip, Wingham, three wins plus 24; 2nd., R. Hobden, Reg. DuVal, Wally Miller, skip, Wingham, three wins plus 11; 3rd., Oscar Solman, I. Miller, W. Mc- Coy, skip, Lucknow, two wins plui 12 with an aggregate of 28; 4th., Geo. Fisher, W. Schmidt, Wes. Heuston, skip, Lucknow, two wins plus 12 with and aggregate of 36; 5th., W. Cross, E. Millisone Jack Baker, skip, Gode- rich, two wins plus 11, with an aggre- gate of 40. , KNAVE FLIER IS NOW PILOT OFFICER Warrant Officer Gibson. E. Armstrong Promoted Congratulations to Warrant Officer Gibson E. Armstrong, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Armstrong of Belgrave, who has received his commission hav- ing been promoted to the rank of Pilot Officer, Gibson, who recently returned from Overseas spent three months in a Ger- man prison camp, near Munich. Gib- son is loud in his praises of the Red Cross and states emphatically that had it not been for the Red Cross parcels life in these camps would have been intensely worse. PROCTER RE-UNION WAS HELD HERE . Home of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Arm- strong Scene of the Gathering A very enjoyable time was spent at the home of Mr, an d',Mrs, Bert Arm, strong, here, oti Monday, July 2nd, when the fourteenth 'annual Procter re- union was held. There were fifty-six present, members of the -family being present front Breeden, Man., London, Thoredele, Brussels and Belgrave. The afternoon was spent playing a ball game and with races for old and young, A picnic lunch -was served after which the election of officers' took place, Robert Pinder of Ilelgrave, WAS elected president for the -following year, Despite Inclement Weather Event Was atte.cess Two times on Wednesday night the rain descended and , the crowd at the Lions Street Frolic had to seek shel- ter. The first shower came early in the evening and after things had clear- ed away the games and dancing car- ried on as usual and were being well patronized. About n o'clock the rain came again and the games were stop- ped and the dance moved to Al's where it carried on for about an hour and a half. The booth also moved to that location. The rain certainly put a damper on things but the Lions will realize a tidy sum for their welfare work. TRIBUTE PAID TO LATE F.O. FRANK Mai Service Held In Fordwich Sunday ` Afternoon Once again residents of this district and friends from afar' have paid a last tribute of respect to another of our valiant youths who gave his life in the cause of freedom, On Sunday after- noon last the Fordwich United Church was filled to capacity, while many more stood outside, for the service dedicated to the memory of Flying Officer J. Frank Warren, 21-year-old son of Mr. James Warrell, who was kelled last Februgry- 3rd when his Typhoon fighter plane was shot down over Boshalt, Germany. Official word of the finding of his grave at Digden, Germany, was received only last week. He was a Member of No. 440 (City of Ottawa) Squadron. The front of the church was bank- ed with the many lovely floral tokens, with the flag-draped pulpit and large Union Jack as a background. In the centre was a large photograph of the deceased airman. There was a beauti- ful basket of floO'eri from this wife, also a member of the R.C.A.F. (W.D.) wreaths from the father,.grandparents, Howick Council, Howjck Legion and numerous other relatives and friends. Several pews in front were occupied by the immediate family and many relatives. The Legion in a body were immediately behind. Eight of Frank's schoolmates, all members or ex-mem- bers of the armed forces, acted as flower-bearers, namely: W.O. Gordon Ridley, Sgt. Henry Finlay, Sgt. Jack Bricker, Pte. Laurie Stewart, Pte. Harold Roberts, ex-Sgts. Stewart Schaefer, Clayton Coates and Alex. (continued, on page 8) WAS SUCCESSFUL AT EMBALMING EXAMS Mr. Jack Heal, who recently attend- ed his second term at the Ontario School of Embahning, Toronto; was successful in 'passing the examinations and has reecived his certificate. He also received from the Ontario Board of Examiners his license which entitles him to practice his profession any place in the Province of Ontario. We extend congratulations on behalf of Jack's friends here, t L. It L. ATTENDED DIVINE SERVICE County and Wingham Lodge Attended St, Andrew's Church About seventy Orangemen, members of North Huron L. 0. Le and Wing- ham Orange Lodge, attended the eve- ning service ai St. Andrew's Presby- terian Church on Sunday. Rev. Alex Nimmo chode for his sub- ject "Behold lie prayeth" and his text, frbin the 9th chapter of Acts, verse 11. "And the Lord said unto him, Arise and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold he prayeth",. Mr. Nimmo said God knows where we are and what he wants of its and he knows our troubles. The things we place the greatest value -on God may not value as high as we do, the speaker Said, God he Said, calls on human ageneies and we must ever be ready. He said it is not enough to be a good Orange- man as God requires munch mote than this of tts. Miss Elizabeth Hatt sang the °God makes trie kind". Will Return on Noon Train July 14th The 99th (R) Battery, R.C.A., left on the noon train Saturday for Pete- wawa for two weeks of summer train- ing. On board the train when they entrained here was the Kincardine battery, and enroute they picked up the Listowel battery, these batteries forming the 21st (R) Field Regiment, R.C.A., under the command of Lt. Col. George Howson. Major Walter Van- Wyck was in command of the local battery. Those who are attending the camp are as follows: Regimental Headquarters—Lt. Col, G, W. Howson, Capt. W. S. Hall, Capt. G. H. Ross, Capt. T. B. 'Stewart, R.S,M, G. H. Fry, R.Q,M.S. E. E, Walker, Sgt. N. M. Williamson. 99th Battery—Major W, VanWyck, Capt. W. B. McCool, Lieut. P. Durst, Lieut. A; 0. Garrett, T.B.S.M. C. H. McLean, Sgt. H. Brooks, Sgt. H. Gerrie, Sgt. J. Heal, L/Sgt. G, Hoff- man, Bdr. J. E. Bailey, Bdr. A. R. McDonald, Bdr. C. McTavish, Bdr. A. W. McLean, L/Bdr. D. K. Schatte, LIBdr. W. H. Templeman, L[Bdr. S. J. Walker, LI Bdr. J. E. Howes, L[Bdr, W. J. Stapleton; gunners, H. Brom- ley, C. C. Casemore, R. F, Finlay, L. King, G. E. Mason, F. W. Ohm, D. Sanderson, E. Steurnol, W. Schiestel, W. G, Seli, G. A. Simmons, F. 5. Tucker, G. Towne, J. Lockridge, W. Hunsberger, J. Goetz. NETHERREISHMAN FAMILY RE-:UNION 150 Attended This Gathering An event of unusual interest in the form of a family re-union was held en July 2nd at Belgrave, at the home of Mr. and Mrs, 5, C, Nethery,. One hundred and fifty guests gathered at noon for dinner served under the trees on the beautiful lawn of the Nethery home. An interesting program was arrang- ed !by Mr, A. H. Nethery of Sarnia, chairman of the committee, and Mrs. Clarence Wade of Belgrave. Mr. A. H. Nethery gave a speech in which the history of the Nethery generation back to the 18th century was reviewed. He also gave brief talk on the origin of the Union Jack which came into existence in 1190 adopted by Richard 1st of England. Toasts to the King, to the Nethery-Leishman forefathers and to the hostesses were responded to in a body. The family honour roll was read by James McGill and his toast to the boys was responded to by Alex Neth- ery of Hamilton, late of the R,C.A.F., An impressive event at this stage was a colorful flag ceremony, Twenty-three names made up the honour roll and one minute silence was observed in honour of James Black (son of Oswald Black, Poplar Dale, Ont.) who paid the supreme sacrifice, Mr. Alex Leishman of Youngstown, Alberta, gave an interesting talk on be- half of the Leishman family, and Mr. Jack Brooks' talk was remeniscent of old timers and events of interest to many of the older people present. Mr, Robert McCrea, an old family friend, delighted the audience with his ren- dition of a poem very appropriate to the occasion "Breaths there the man." (my Native Land). Guests from a distance were from, Alberta, Michigan, Toronto, Mimico, Hamilton, Sarnia, Canfield, Lucknow, Wingham, Clinton, London, Blyth, Bluevale, Detroit, Goderich, Sault Ste. Marie, Listowel, Auburn, Kitchener, Brussels, Belgrave, Londesboro and Thamesford. The oldest of, the Nethery connec- tion, Mrs. Jane VanCamp of 13elgrave, age 75, and Mr. John Armstrong of Thamesford, age 78, were recipients of gifts. It was decided to make the re-union an annual event for' which the follow- ing officers for 1946 were elected: Mr. Chris. Nethery, president; Mrs, Clarence Wade, secretary-treasurer; The gathering closed with the singing of the National Anthem, LOCAL MAN CHARGED WITH THEFT OF PIGS Case Adjourned to July 5th Charged in weekly police court at Goderich last week with the theft of twenty pigs, Garfield Finlay "B" Llne, Turnberry Township, had his case ad- journed to July fifth to allow for fur tiler investigation. Bail was fixed at $2,000, The pigs were the property of Andrew Mitchell, Wingliam. Two others are involved in the charge and search is being made for them. The theft occurred on May seventh, Dance at Currie's •School July 10 A dance will be held at Currie'a School on Tuesday evening, July' 10th.. Proceeds for returning soldier fund, Tiffin's orchestra, Admission 25c, Until served. HOSPITAL CANVASS ti IS GOING WELL. All Will Have To Do Their Best To Meet Objective However The campaign for funds for the building of the addition to Wingham. General Hospital is proceeding very . satisfactorily. The committee Ott charge of this task under the chaie, ntauship of Mr. Frank Howson, have been given the task of raising $45,000 instead of $20,000 so the best that all can do will be necessary to reach this objective. So far about $23,000 hal been realized. If you have not yet yet been canvassed you will shortly, so think this .matter ,over and then be as generous as possible, If you italte subscribed consider whether you could enlarge yonr present subScription. SOLDIERS ARRIVED HOME LAST WEEK It Is Good To Have The Lads Back Home Rev, J. K, Holland Returning to Wingham