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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-09-20, Page 1Single Copies Five Cents With Which Is Amalgamated The. Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1945 Subscriptions $2,00 l'e't VOW LITERARY SOCIETY ,/ ELECT OFFICERS The Literary Society of the Wing- ham High School held their first -meeting of the year on Friday after- noon, and elected their officers as fol- lows: Hon. President—Capt. W. J. Adams President—Ross Procter. • 1st. Vice-Pres.—Helen Sturdy, 2nd. Vice-Pres.—Raymond Gowdy. Secretary—Dorothy Hamilton. Treasurer—Jim Hobden. Press Repcniers—Irene Curie, Tom- mie Lockridge. Prophet—Milton Brown. Marshal—Harold Henry. Form Representatives: Commercial Lois Holmes, Walter Burgess; XIII-- Grace Golley, Donald Lloyd; XII-- Dawna Walker, Russel Pennington; 'XI—Gloria Swanson, Jim Beninger; a—Ruth Lockridge, Allan MacKay; IX—Connie Fry, Jim Cummins. ST. PAUL'S HARVEST FESTIVAL. SUNDAY St. Paul's Anglican church will hold their Harvest Festival on. Sunday next, September 23rd. The services will be held at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. In the morning the guest speaker will be Rev. C. F. L. Gilbert of Seaforth, and in the evening the rector, Rev. J. H. James. . 10 Day Sale, Septi. 19th to 29th, at the Wallpaper Shop. No Institute Convention Government restrictions on conven- tions has brought about the cancella- tion of the London Area Women's Institute annual gathering which was to have been held in London, Novem- ber 6, 7, 8.. Instead a one:day execu- tive meeting will be hied in. London, on November '7th., it was decided at a meeting of executive members held in London on Friday last. Representa- tives who will attend this one-day meeting will be the executive officers and federation ilepresentatives, one from each district. ST ANDREWS W. M. S. HARVEST MEETING The Second Part of the Study Book, "Churches of Europe" Started The Women's Missionary Society of St. Andrew's Presbyterian church held their "Harvest" meeting in the school room of the church on Wednesday, September 12th, Mrs. Russell, the president opened the meeting with the message "The Harvest truly is plent- eous, but, the labourers are few, pray ye therefore, tbe Lord of the Harvest will Send forth 'labourers into the Har- vest." Mrs. H, MacLean read from the Scriptures Ruth 2-17-25 and gave a de- scriptive talk on the life of Ruth. Prayer was offered by Mrs. T. Cur- MrS. C, Garnmage read from the Mission Study Book "The Churches of Europe", This commences the second part of the BOA "The Churches in Captivity." After the offering was received and the dedicatory prayer by Mrs. Pry, a silent. prayer of Thanksgiving for react was offered, The meeting was closed with pray- er by Mrs, D. Rae followed by the re* peating of the Lord's Prayer. o Wingham High School. Mr. Piper expressed his pleasure at being invited and stated that he was enjoying his new work. Lion Murray Johnson announced the canvas of old furniture would be car- ried on for the sale about October 6th. Murray was given credit for his fine work in connection with the Auction Sales. President Bill Hamilton addressed the Club expressing the appreciation of being elected President. He prons- ised to do his best during the year and every effort would be made to keep the meetings as interesting as possible. Lion Tamer Jack McKibbon led off in several new songs. Lion Harold Pym rendered a pleasing solo number on the piano. Some very close harmony was rendered with the Lions trying some of the more well known songs. The meeting closed wars the usual song and the Lions' Roar. To Broadcast Health Series Commencing next Thursday CKNX will begin broadcasting in a weekly basis, the Health League of Canada's recorded series "Let's Talk About Health." Among prominent Canad- ians taking part in the series is Hon. Brooke Claxton, Minister of National Health and Welfare. BINGO! BINGO! Good prizes at the Legion Bingo which is held every Saturday night in the Town Hall. These games are be, coming more popular each week, so come along and join in the inn, The Legion needs and deserves your sup, port, Ali proceeds are for Legion purposes. Help 'the Legion get ready for the boys when they return home. PREACHING AND MUSICAL MISSION The Ladies' Auxiliary to Wingham Legion are holding a Victory Tea at the Armouries on Sattirday, Septem- ber 22nd. There will be a sale of work and baking and a white elephant table. See the Wallpaper Shop ad, on page 8 for some of the values at their 10 Day Sale, VICTORY TEA SAT. SEPT. 22 RED CROSS ROOMS The Need For This Work To Be Carried On Is Urgent The local Red Cross Work Rooms opened last week 'amid will be open each Thursday afternoon. The need is still urgent and all ladies are asked to do their part, The following letter received at the local headquarters speaks 'for itself in regard to the needs of clothing. Approximately $1700 Cleared At The Labour Day Frolic The opening luncheon for the Lions' Club was held at the Yemen's. Grill on Friday evening with a good attendance. Guests of the Club were Johnny Brent and Alfred Piper. Pre- sident Bill Hamilton welcomed both guests. Lion Omar HaSelgrove took on his new post as Lion Tailtwister with great vigor. Lions Harley Craw- ford and Bill Bushfield were singled out for special attention, There was much argument as to the meaning of the new decorations bestowed on these Lions recently. The meaning of the letters K. C. brought forth various in- terpretations but the most popular ex- planation was "King's Cabinet". Lion Omar exacted penalties from both Lions for the privilege of being so honoured. Both were accorded a hearty Lions' Roar. Lion. Andy Kyle of Blyth, expressed appreciation for time assistance given by Wingham Lions in their first Frol- ic. Over $1200 had been cleared, Let- ters were read from the National Clothing Committee at Ottawa re- questing the Lions to back up the coming clothing collection for destitute peoples of Europe. The selection of a Chairman was urged. Lions Fred Spry was nominated to organize a local Committee. Seventeen Lions were called to the front and presented with 100% attend- ance buttons. Lion Wilf. French pre- sented a Lions Key to Lion Gord Buchanan in appreciation of good work during the past year. Lions Stan Hall and Wilf. French were appointed as Auditors for the year. Lion Treasurer Clayton Gammage presented a general report on the Lab- or Day. Frolic. About $1700 had been cleared. The Baby Frolic had cleared some $300 so the Club will have about $2000 to use for community better- ment during the eyar. President Bill Hamilton expressed his appreciation of good work by Lions. Lion Wilf. French drew attention to the fine ef- forts of Lion Hugh Carmichael as Chairman of the Frolic Committee, Lion Wilf. suggested several improve- ments which could be made for anoth- er year. Lion Hugh was accorded a hearty Lions' Roar in appreciation of his efforts. Lion Hugh Carmichael responded and admitted it was a big job but the co-operation was excellent. He singled out Lions Ron. Rae and Jack McKib- bon as worthy of special mention in Organizing fine help. Johnny Brent was given a hearty roar in appreciation of his good work in helping with the entertainment features. Mr. Alfred Piper was introduced to the Lions as new member of the staff Rev. jjmes King Holland, B. A. He's back again and unless the Wingham Evangelistic Committee are vastly mistaken, he will be received in Wingham with a hearty welcome, as he faces his 'audiences in the Town Hall in -the "Preaching and Musical Mission," September 23 to October 3, inclusive. s Mr. Holland came to Wingham in a similar Mission last fall as a comparas tive stranger. But it was not long be- fore he had won his way into the con- fidence and affection of the large aud- iences that greeted him 'from night to night. So impressed were a group of busi- ness men with the fearless, yet sane presentation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ by Jim Holland, that they asked him, at the conclusion of the meetings if he would be willing to come back in the fall of 1945, if suitable, arrange- ments could be mades To this he glad- ly consented, provided he could secure the consent of the Olivet Baptist Church, Toronto, of which he is pas- tor. When consent of the internationally famous Gospel Singers, "The Cope-, lands," was secured, the Committee again approached this Scottish Evang- elist, who has won a name for himself in Canada, his adopted country, and he, having secured the consent of the Olivet Deacons, is looking forward with pleasurable anticipation to this "Crusade for Christ" in Wingham. Do not forget the dates, September 23rd. to October -3rd. It is significant that these meetings are not alone for the Town of Wing-. ham. Pulpit announcements have been sent to the neighbouring pastors in 25 of the surrounding communities. In the 1944 series, every audience had representatives from towns as remote as .Clinton, Brussels, Lucknow, Tees- water, Listowel, Walkerton, Hanover, Paisley, and Kincardine. These folk, will all want to hear Mr. Holland' again as will others in their towns, who have heard of him through them. Mr. Holland is glad that he is to be supported. in the campaign by such eminent Gospel Musicians as Mr, and Mrs. MacDuff Copeland. Of them, Dr. J'151m Hunter, Detroit, says, "This Magnificent duo, in the Lord's work, as .musical evangelists, has no equal to my knowledge," Mr. and Mrs. T. MacDuff Copeland They are not altogether unknown in Wingham and district. There are those who remember' MacDuff Cope- land, when he delighted his Queen's (Continued on page four) Dance At Currie's School On Friday, September 20th., to music of Tiffin's Orchestra. Lunch served. Admission 25 cents. Proceeds for gifts for returned soldiers. Improvement Is Slow Mr. Reg. DuVal, who has been ill for the past few weeks and was in Victoria Hospital, London, for obser- vation, is home now but is not improv- ing as rapidly as had been expected. / Anniversary Services Rev. W. A. Beecroft was in Bright on Sunday, where he preached for their anniversary services. Rev. J. lire Stewart, Bright and a former minister at Whitechurch, occupied the pulpit of the United Church here, Brother Released At Hong Kong Mrs. Gordon Leggatt of town re- ceived the welcome news this week that her brother, Pte. Joe Walton, .of the Winnipeg Grenadiers, had been re- leased from the Jap Prison Camp at Hong Kong, on'Sept. 6th. No further particulars have as yet been received. Attention Boys! Do you want to make some easy money? The Teeswater,Fair is offer- ing twenty, dollars for the best pair of amateur clowns at the fair, The r)izes will be awarded to the pair who creat- es the most laughs during a certain period of the program. The second prize is twelve dollars and the third prize is eight dollars. Write the sec- retary for more particulars, diniiis.•••••••ia COMING TO THE WINGHAM ARENA Thursday, Septeinbet 20th., the Winchester banding Party with the C.X.14,X. Ambassadors, Dancing 9,30 to 1. Admission 50 cents. TWENTY YEARS WITH INSURANCE FIRM Jack .Ati.cMichael, Former Wingharn Resident Honoured Mr. Jack-McMichael, assistant dist- rict superintendent of the Prudential Life Assurance Co.,- was honoured in Listowel on Saturday when officials Of the company and his staff presented him with tokens in aclsnowledgment' of his twentieth anniversary with the firm, Mr. R. S. Barber, district superin- tendent, presented him with a diamond medal of honor and an "Old Guard" membership certificate, symbolic of 20 years' service. On behalf of the four agents under Mr. McMichael,' Norman K. McLeod of the Kincardine branch, handed him a business record folder. Brief addresses were given by G. R. Scott, Wingham; J. C. Forrester, Pal- merston; C. G. Peppier, Listowel and H. W. Bailey', office clerk here. At a dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. McMichael, the honored guest, received a pen and pencil set from his staff. Mrs,. McMichael was given a bouquet of twenty roses. *Mr. McMichael , joined the firm as an agent in Wingham in 1925. He came to Listowel in 1934. Under his jurisdiction are agencies in Wingham, Lucknow, Ripley, Brussels, Harriston, Palmerston, Listowel and district.— Listowel Banner. LADY BOWLERS HELD TREBLES Cool Weather Responsible For Small Entry" The Ladies Bowling Club held a Trebles tournament on Wednesday of last week. Owing to the cool weath- er there were only 9 rinks entered, 2 from Lucknow and 7 local. Four ten end games were played, two in the af- ternooR and two in the evening. The first two prizes were taken by local rinks, Mrs. W. H. Haney, Mrs, S. S. Campbell and Mrs. E. Snell, skip, were the winners with 3 wins plus 16; second, were Mrs. G. MacKay, Mrs, W. H. French and Mrs. F, Sturdy, skip, with 3 and 15; third, Miss Solo- mon's rink from Lucknow, with 3 and 12. Dance At the Royal-T, Wednesday, October 3rd., to the music Of Frankie Banks and his Or- chestra, Admission, Gents 75c, Ladies 50 cents. Also Midnite Dance at 12.05 on Sunday, October 7th., to Carruth- er's Orchestra, Admission 50 cents. BAPTIST YOUNG WOMENS' M. CIRCLE Mrs, Lucas Gave Topic On HoMe Missions The regular meeting of the Baptist Young •Women's Mission Circle was held on Sept. 13th., at the home of Rev, and Mrs. Norton, and opened with the singing of the hynin, "There is Sunshine in My Soul", after which Laura Collar led in prayer. After the business period, Mrs. Nor- ton gave the Watch Tower report, and Marie MacLean read' about Baptist Missionaries who recently arrived home on furlough. Miss Jessie Currie then favoured the meeting with a piano solo. The scripture taken from 2 Thes. Chapters 2 & 3 was led by Vivian MacLean was read alternately, and Mrs. Frank Collar and Mrs. Lucas then led in prayer. Mrs. Frank' Collar recited a poem, entitled "The Gift At The Altar" and everyone joined in the singing of Hymn "Ring the Bells of Heaven." The topic for the evening was taken by Mrs. Lucas and was about Home Missions, Mrs, Lucas based her re- marks on '"Are Home Missions, worth While?" and chose as her next text, "This is the Victory that Overeometh the World even Your Faith." Mrs. Lucas told us about the Home Mission Field at Niagara Palls and Welland, Ontario, where Mr, Lucas had 'the hort.,, our of being the first full time pastor, Following a solo by 1VIarlorie Fal- coner entitled "Faith Is the Victory," Mrs. Norton closed the -Meeting with prayer. A tOeial erne was then enjoyed by all, K. C. APPOINTMENTS TO LOCAL LAWYERS J. W. Bushfield, and J, .11, Crawford Receive Elevation Appointment of 39 new King's Counsel in Ontario was announced last week by Attorney-General Leslie Blackwell. Included in the list of those elevated to the rank of "His Majesty's Counsel learned in the Law" are four from Huron County, J. Bushfield and J. H. Crawford of Wingham; J. F. Donnelly, Goderich; and J. W, Morley of Exeter. To these we extend congratulations. J. W. Bushfield was born near Mit- chell and graduated from Osgoode Hall in 1926, and in February 1927, purchased the practice of the late Dud- ley Holmes. Mr. and Mrs. Bushfield have one daughter, Joan. J. H. Crawford was born near Brampton, and graduated from Os- goode Hall in 1928, For two years he practiced with the firm of Black, Lash, Anglin and 'Cassels, Toronto, and in October of 1930 purchased the prac- tice of the late Richard Vanstone. Since coming to town Mr. Crawford has served on the council for. 10 years, 5 of which as Mayor. Mr. and Mrs. Crawford have three children, Mary, John and Carol Jean. RUMMAGE SALE TO BE HELD NEXT WEEK The, Ladies Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital are holding their fall rummage sale in the Armouries on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 29th, Donations of clothing, furniture, dishes, footwear, millinery, in fact any- thing,you can spare would be accept- able. Please leave your donations at the Armouries on Friday afternoon, Sept. 28th. If you cannot bring them phone 19 and arrangements will be made to call for them. Afternoon tea will be served and there will also be a sale of baking. Home From Toronto Hospital Mr. Frank Sturdy, who underwent an operation in Toronto over three weeks ago, was brought home today. Frank for the past four years has been engaged by the Small Arms plant at Long Branch, he has tendered his re- signation there and intends to remain in town:, HURON-MAITLAND PRESBYTERY MET Rev. S. M. Scott, of Kincardine Elect- ed Moderator „a, ,• • • Huron-iVialtiarld PRAijYt6rk bf the Presbyterian church in Catilida, ing in the Baptist Church, Goderich, on Tuesday of last week, elected Rev, Stanley M. Scott, Kincardine, as mod- erator. Prior to the business meeting a com- munion service was conducted by the moderator, when the sermon was preached by Capt. Rev. R. D, Mc- Donald. "The Religion of the 19th. Century Poets" was the subject of an address by Rev. Dr. W. O. Rhoad, Ashfield, followed by a discussion led by Rev, Dr. Shortt and Rev. K, Mac- Lean. A delegation appeared before Pres- bytery from the .congregation of Smith's Hill seeking guidance as to future developments of the work there. Rev, Dr. Rhoad, Rev. C. H. Mc- Donald of Lucknow, Rev. D. B, Cram of Teeswater and lay delegates gave reports on the General Assembly held last June. Reports were also given by Rev. A. H. Wilson of Whitechurch on the budget and by Rev. S. M. Scott on evangelism and church life and work. Vacancies were reported at Blue- vale and Belmore charge, and'at Mol- esworth and Gorrie, by Rev. K. Mac- Lean in his report on students and col- leges. All the Clergy of the Presbytery were present, including two who were recently inducted, Rev. George A. Untie of the Church of Scotland,, now of Brussels; and Rev, Percy A, Ferg- uson, formerly of Wiarton now of Hensall. Rev. Richard Stewart was appointed to convey greetings of Presbytery to the W. M. S. Presbyterial which was Meeting In Knox cluirch. OTTO' McCLEVIS IS NAMED MAGISTIOTE. ReplacestO Frank W, Walker Who Ifs* Retired Official word was received on Wed- nesday of last week stating that Pro-, vinciat Officer Otto McClevis had• been appointed successor to Mr.. Frank W., Walker, who due to having reach- ed the age limit for these officials, was retired during the last month after a lengthy period of efficient and most satisfactory service in that capacity.. Mr, McClevis has been resident in Walkerton for the past 17 years as provincial officer. During his service, as a provincial officer he has become known as a policeman devoid of fear and has cleared up many cases of rob- bery and theft. His past experience in court has made him familiar with proceedings there. He assumed his new duties Satur- day. BOWLERS HELD DOUBLES TOURNEY Twenty-four Entries Took Part In. The Play The Wingham Bowlers staged a, Scotch Doubles Tournament on the local greens on Monday evening, and although the weather was chilly they had an entry of twenty-four pairs. They were: Teeswater, 3; Seaforth, 3;, Goderich 2; Lucknow 2, Clifford 1, Walkerton 1 and local 12. The local bowlers won three of the five prizes. First, C. E. Richey and. Alex Crawford with 3 wins and a plus of 20; second, G. MacKay and J. A. Wilson, 3 and 12; third, beet Mather- son and partner, Goderich, 3 and 11; fourth, Frank Eidt and Bill Ker, Wal- kerton, 2 and 18; fifth, W. W. Gurney and W. R. Hamilton, 2 and 15, INSTITUTE TO MEET SEPT. 21 The regular monthly meeting of the Women's Institute has been set for third Friday of the month, Septem- ber 21st, at 3 p.m. Mrs. H. I. Durst of Wroxeter, will give a talk on the "Honey Bee". Roll call will be the introduction of new members. Host- esses: Mrs. J. Hanna, Mrs. Peter D. King, Mrs. S. Bateson, Mrs. C. Mar- • tin, Mrs. A. Elliott, Mrs, H. Aitche- son. Secure your share of the values at the 10-day Sale at the Wallpaper Shop. Purchased John St. Residence et„./ Mr. Victor Showers has purchased.. the cottage cf. _igro, James Campbell on John Stet who just recently purchased. it from Mr. John Casci;;3."2:,_ • Meets Husband In Toronto Mrs. Eric Apps and children, also Mrs. T. A. Currie, Mrs. E. S. Cope— land and George, left on Tuesday af- ternoon for Toronto, where they will meet Major Eric Apps, who arrives in Toronto from overseas this morning, (Wednesday). Major Apps joined the Dental Corps about five years ago and has been overseas for the past two years. BLYTH FALL FAIR VERY SUCCESSFUL Entries Heavy In Most Classes With Keen Competition An estimated 2,000 persons on Fries day attended one of the most stleceSS- ful fall fairs to be held in Myth in many years, Entries were heavy in most classes, and competition was keen as some of the finest live stock raised in Huron County paraded be- fore the judges, Addling to the in- terest for many breeders throughout Huron was time Annual Black and. White show, which attracted hundreds of members of the Huron County Holt, stein Breeders Club. Children from schools of three town. ships, Morris, East Wawanosh and Hullett paraded to the fair grounds hi costume and carrying colorful bait. riert. The parade was led by the Lucknow Pipe Band. Several concessions, hot dog stands and a merry-go-round were spread over the small grounds, and exhibits overflowed fro in the agricultural SCHOLARSHIPS WON BY H. S. STUDENTS •••••••••••••• A Former Student of Wingham High School Also Successful Two students of Winghanc High school have been successful in winning Pominion-Provincial Student A i d Scholarships for 1945-46, Miss May- belle D. Dunkin, Grade XIII won a Scholarship valued at $100,00, and .Miss Patricia Shaw won a Normal School Scholarship valued at $250.00. Miss Elizabeth Young of Lucan, a -former student of Wingham High .School, who is this year attending the London Normal School, has also been .awarded a Normal School Dominion- Provincial Scholarship. valued at $250. Elizabeth, a native of /3elgrave, left `Wingham High School in December, 1943, to continue her studies at Lucan High School hem whence she graduat-• ed in June of this year. August 27th., 1945 To Conveners, Women's War Work Committee: The programme of the Women's War World Committee is not yet com- pleted. We still have a job to finish. While we are all experiencing great joy and relief due to the sudden cessa- tion of hostilities in' the Far East, we must remember our responsibilities. Our Overseas Commissioner, Col- onel R. W. Frost, has forwarded to us a detailed report . showing beyond question of doubt that c1, great need still exists for clothing. The require- ments of the United Kingdom will continue to be the first care of Over- seas Headquarters. As President Truman said in his radio address of the 9th of August; "Europe today is hungry Many of the people of the countries over-run and devastated by German lack clothes and fuel] and tools and shelter and raw materials. If we let Europe go cold and hungry we may lose some of the foundations of order on which the hope for world-wide peace must rest. We must 'help to the limits of our strength. And we will." • Red Cross women are asked to ac- cept this as a direct challenge. The Red Cross woi•Idooms in Ontario which were closed for the summer should be re-opened by the middle of September at the latest. Quotas are ready and materials available. To the people who have suffered untold privations during the last six years while the Germans over-ran their country, there can be, no ;greater con- tribution from our women than the art- icles of warm clothing bearing the label of peace and good-will "Gift of the Canadian Red Cross Society." Yours sincerely, Mrs. Lane Knight, Chairman, Ontario Division. Women's War Work Committee OPEN THURSDAYS Donation To Hospital The Red Cross Group of the 9th. line of Turnberry (Gilmour's School), have made their second donation Of $25.00 to the Wingham Hospital Building Fund. New License Plates To Be White On Black Ontario License Plates for 1946 will have white figures on a black back- ground, J. P. Bickell Motor Vehicles Registrar, announced recently, adding that the prevailing metal shortage would make it necessary to continue the policy of issuing only one plate to an automobile. Mr. Bickell said the number of registered passenger cars in Ontario was 555,000, while the number of trucks was 95,000. DAYLIGHT SAVING ENDS SEPT. 30th. Canada will revert to Standard Time Sunday, September 30, State Secretary Martin announced in the Commons. The clock will be moved back at 2 a, iii. local time. The decision to revert to "old time" coincide's with similar action in the United States. Mr. Martin had told the Commons earlier this week that there was a great desire to synchron- ize Canadian time tables with those in the United States, With the return to Standard Time, Canada it expected to revert to the pre-war system of observing Daylight Time during mintier Months with Standard Time effective during the Winter. LIONS CLUB HOLDS .OPENING :LUNCHEON. Will Be Held In The Wingham Town Hall, Sept, 23rd. to Oct. 3rd. Inclusive