The Wingham Advance-Times, 1946-09-12, Page 1With Which Is Amalgamated The Gerrie Vidette and Wroxeter News,
BOWLING CLUB HELD
SINGLES TOURNEY
W. H. French Won ,the Trophy and
Wrist Watch
Thirty bowlers were entered on
Wednesday for the • Singles Tourna-
emnt in competition-.:or the Hamilton
Optical Co. trophy. 'The play was eli-
mination and there where three events,
with games of 21 poitts.
Trophy Event •
W. H. French .wont the Trophy and
the Lorie Wrist Watch donated by the
Hamilton Optical Ca:, W. McCoy of
Lucknow, was second and won the
Kenwood Blanket dopated by Walker
Stores, Limited. 4i
• AssociaiiOn Event
Mel. Donahue, Teswater, was first
and won a chrome chair donated by
A. J. Walker; second, J. Mason, win-
ning a Silver Shaker donated by Rae's'
Hardware; third, W. 'R, Hamilton, re-
ceiving an electric table lamp, donated
by U. Co.; fourth, J. A. Wilson, get-
ting a Ronson Lighter donated by
Omar Haselgrove. 1
Consolation Event
The prizes in thisi event were won
by two Lueknow men, Isaac Miller,
coming first and receiving,a fog lamp,
donated by A. M. Crawford, and Wes.
Hueston, second, r4ceiving a Silex
Coffee Maker, donated by H. L. Sher-
bondy.
FAMILY REUNION
HELD AT CLINTON
On Sunday, Sept, 1st., the sons and
daughters of the late, Wm, Wightman
gathered at the home of Grace, Mrs.
J, Frank, MacDonald, of Clinton, Pre-
sent, accompanied ,by their
were Mr. and Mrs. Rennie Wightman
of Flint, Michigan,;, Wr. and . Mrs. J.
Alex Young of Lucan; Mr, and Mrs.
J. Ross King of Wingham; Mr. and
Mrs. Leslie Wightman of Wingham;
Mr, and Mrs, Frank MacDonald of
Clinton and Mr. and Mrs. Norman
Wightman of Welland; Mr. and Mrs,
Wilfred Caslick, (nel Mary King) of
Wingham, were also present; Mr. and
Mrs. pale' Argue ..(rOe Helen Wight-
mat) of Flint, Malian, were 'unable
to be present because of the illness of
one of the children. Otherwise the
family circle was complete.
Friends of the family from a distance
present were Mrs. Jessie Pirie of Ham-
ilton and Miss Grace Henry of Van-
couver, B. C. .
"The Charm Beauty Salon"
Minnie Street, Wingham, now open
for appointments. Specializing in Per-
•manent Waving, Breck Treatments,
and Hair Styling, also all other Beauty
Culture, Phone 445. Licensed Oper-
ator—Miss C. MacLennan.
Bowled In Globe DoubleS
J. H. Crawford and 0. Haselgrove
took in the Globe Doubles Tournament
at Toronto last week. There was an
entry of 191 pairs, and the local entry
remained in the running until only
sixteen were left undefeated.
Flowers Received From Navy
Mr, and Mrs. Fred MacLean this
week received some very lovely flow-
ers from the Royal Canadian Navy as
a memento of the recent loss of their
daughter, Mrs. Samis. Miss Alberta,
sister of the deceased is connected
with the Naval Military Hospital in
Halifax,
AUXILIARY ZONE
RALLY IN LUCKNOW
A very pleasant evening was spent
in Lucknow, on Monday, September
when the. Lucknow Ladies' Aux-
iliary to the Legi9n entertained the
Auxiliaries for Zone No. 3, Stratford,
Mitchel, Clinton, Brussels, Listowel
and Wingham,
The Provincial President,. Mrs. Pegg
of Toronto, was present and addressed
the meeting as did also the Zone re-
presentative, Miss Hoyle of Stratford.
An interesting feature was the ht-
itiatiott of two British war brides, resi-
dents of Luelthow, by the Provincial
President,
During the social hour a very beats,,
Oil quilt was raffled and won by
Mrs, W. Platt of All
Installed New Pedoscope
The Dunlop Shoe Store has recently
installed a new up-to-date Pedoscope,
an X-ray fitting machine, to ensure
correct fitting of yours as-well as your
children's shoes. This machine elimin-
ates guesswork. A shoe fitter may
have the assistance of his size stick, but
there always remains an element of
doubt as to how the shoe he sells act-
ually fits. This is the only machine of
its kind between London and Owen
Sound and the service is free to all.
MONTHLY MEETING
HELD BY C W. E.
•The monthly meeting of the C. W.
L. was held at the home of Mrs. Wnt.
Brooks on Tuesday evening of last
week. The minutes of the last meet-
ing and the treasurer's report were
adopted, A monster bingo is being ar-
ranged to take place in September. A.
reading on faith was well delivered by
Mrs. Brent.
Committees were appointed for vis-
iting the sick and also new members
of the parish. Mrs. John Skinn offer-
ed her home for the next meeting to
be held Tuesday, Oct. 1st, at 8.30 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned and the
hostess served a dainty lunch.
Single Copies Five Cents Subscriptions $2.00 per Year WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1946
`VICTORY MATCH' 'SALVATION ARMY
AT PORT ALBERT HOME FRONT APPEAL
ERNEST SEDDON
NEW BANDMASTER
RECREATION COUNCIL
APPOINTS DIRECTOR
DRUMHEAD SERVICE
VERY IMPRESSIVE
Objective For Wingham and District
Set at $23,00.00 Mr. W. G. Burton Of.Chatham
• Receives Appointment
At a meeting,of the Communit
Recreation Council in the ,Municipal
Council Chambers on Monday evening,
the acceptance of the appointment of
W. G. Burton as Director 'of Recreat-
ion was reported. '
Mr. Burton will take up his new
duties in the town as soon as accom-
modation for himself and family can
be provided. Known familiarly-: as
"Sam" in Chatham, where he now re-
sides, W. G. Burton has for many
years been outstanding in recreational
leadership and organization at Niagara
Falls, Chatham and other communities.
Formation of a larger, more compre-
hensive Recreation Council was also
discussed at the meeting on Monday
night. It was decided that a welcome
meeting for Mr. Burton when he arriv-
es would be an excellent opportunity
to form the larger council,
••••••••••••••,.
As we announced some time ago,
Mr, Elmer Wilkinson is chairman for
The Salvation Army Home Front Ap-
peal in Wingham, which commences
herd week. Of the Two Million Dol-
lars Canada-wide Campaign, the dist-
rict objective has been set at $2,300.
• There will be no demands this year
for 'forces for overseas committment
from the amount • subscribed locally.
Rather, it is intended, if the objective
in Wingham is reached, to further ex-
tend the services of The Salvation
Army to the community, as well as
cover the deficit from last year's oper-
ating costs.
It is pointed out 'by Mr. Wilkinson
that the Wingham Corps as a congre-
gation Is self-supporting, and that
funds obtained by the Home' Front
Appeal are entirely for Salvation Army
welfare and social activities.
Within the next two or three weeks,
canvassers will call at your home on
behalf of The Salvation Army Home
Front Appeal. UNITED US, HELD
FIRST FALL MEETING
Council Erecting New Street Signs
And Repairing Sidewalks
A regular meeting of the Wingham
Town Council was held last week. All
members present. His Worship May-
or Davidson in the chair, Minutes of
last meeting were approved as printed.
A letter was read from Birks-Ellis-
Ryrie of Toronto advising that the two
canes were now ready and requesting
the wording of the inscription desired.
Council agreed on the wording and the
Clerk was instructed to forward this.
A letter was read from Mr, John
King making an offer for the purchase
of a vacant lot on Leopold Street own-
ed by the Town. The Council accept-
ed Mr. John King's offer of $50 for the
vacant lot on Leopold Street with the
stipulation that he build a house valued
at not less than $3500 within one year
and the deed to be *given when the
founda,tion is installed."
Correspondence in connection with
the repair of planking on the McKen-
lie bridge was read.
A letter was read from the Recreat-
ional Council advising that Mr. W. G.
Burton of Chatham had been. appoint=
ed as Recreational Director
Mr. Jos. Clark was present and ad-
dressed the Council in regard to the
purchase of the vacant lot next his
plant on Victoria Street. He laid his
plans before the Council. A modern
service station and sales room would
be erected and later the manufacture
of trailers would be carried on. The
council were in favour of selling the
land for $200,00.
Miss Wellwood, Returned Missionary
Was Guest Speaker
The Missionary Society of the Un-
ited Church held the first fall• meeting
with Mrs. GOwans and her group in
charge of the devotional period. The
society was very happy to have as
guest speaker, our own returned mis-
sionary, Miss Wellwood. This time,
Miss Wellwood spoke on India and in-
troduced our Study Book for the year.
"India at the Threshold" written by
Dr. Winnifred Bryce, a very personal
friend of Miss Wellwoods. She told of
her stay in India, also about the peop-
les, their riches, their poverty, their re-
ligion and gave a very interesting talk
which is always much appreciated.
Miss Leslie Mae Wall gave a very
lovely piano solo. The president took
charge of the business part of the
meeting and closed with prayer,
ATHLETIC SOCIETIES
ELECT OFFICERS
Wingham High School Athletics
—Organize for Fall Term
The Athletic Societies of Wingham
High School held their reorganization
meetings on Tuesday afternoon with
the following officers being elected:
Girls'
President—Gloria Swanson.
Vice Pres.—Helen Sturdy.
Secretary—Marjorie French.
Treasurer—Edith Cook.
Form Representatives—Commercial,
Donna VanCamp; XIII, Lorna Dun-
bar;; XII, Leslie Mae Wall; XI, Keith
-Lockridge; X, Lois Burchill; IXA,
Connie Fry; B, Marion Irwin,
Boys'
Hon. Pres.--,john W, Hanna, M.P.P
President—Jim. Hobden.
Vice-Pres.—R. Pennington.
Lloyd,
Form Represematives r-- IX, Gerald
McIntyre; X,' Jack Brophy; XI, Mur-
ray Stainton; XII, Jack Shiell; XIII,
Tom Lockridge.'
MAILING LISTS
WERE CORRECTED
Several Thousand Attended Zone
Rally On Sunday
Under Unfavorable weather condi-
tions with threatening skies several:
thousand were present on Sunday :a.f,
ternoon for the first Drumhead service
held since the beginning Of the past,
war. The service was under the ,aus-
pices of Zone 10, Canadian Legion B.
E.S.L.
The parade of nearly 500 veterans of
World Wars. I and II formed up at the
Public School grounds and from there
proceeded to the Park, headed by Ma-
jor R. S. Hetherington, M.B.E., offic-
er Commanding the 99th Battery, over-
seas. Legions represented were Exet-
er, Hensall, Goderich, Clinton, Sea-
forth, Brussels, Listowel, Pahnerston,
Drayton, Harriston, Erowick, Blyth,
Lucknow, Kincardine, Tiverton and
Wingham, Bands participating were
Lucknow Pipe Band, Clinton Brass
Band, Listoivel Legion Band, Kincar-
dine Pipe Band and Wingham Citizens
Band,
W. W. Armstrong, President of the
Wingham Branch, extended a welcome
to all members present, and paid trib-
ute to the new veterans for a job well
done, He extended sympathy to those
who lost loved ones in the late, war,
The program, under the supervision
of Rev. W. A. Beecroft, Chaplain of
Wingham Legion, included a band se-
lection by Wingham Citizens' Band, "
devotional exercises by Rev. Jack 1,
James and Rev, W. A. Beecroft; trum-
pet solo by Eric Schatte. The special
speaker was Rev. Alex, Nimmo, who
took for the basis of his remarks H.
Timothy; 4:7, "I have fought a good
fight, I have finished my course, I
have kept the faith", and issued the
challenge to be true and faithful to
those who have gone before and those
who will follow after. •
During the service a presentation
was made to Pte. P. W. Vanderlip,
R.C.A.M.C., by Major Ted Creighton
of Listowel, for distinguished service
rendered in World War II.
Following the service at the park,
the parade moved to the cenotaph
where Rev. Jack James was in charge
and delivered a short address. During
the ceremony a Zone wreath was
placed by H. S. Turner, Past Zone
Commander and now Zone Secretary.
The Last Post and Reveille were
sounded by Eric Schattee. The par-
ade then proceeded to the school
grounds for dismissal.
BELGRAVE SCHOOL
FAIR .ON TUESDAY
The annual Belgrave School Fair
will be held next Tuesday afternoon,
Sept, 17th., starting with a parade of
school children at 1 pm. Mr. J. A.
Carroll, Supt. of Agricultural Societies
will be in attendance. There will be
a sports program and tug-of-war be-
tween schools.
The International Plowing IVIatch Has
Always Proved Excellent Drawing
Card Since Inception.
Since 1913 when the first Internat-
ional was organized under the spon-
sorship of the Ontario's Plowman's
man's Association, it has always prov-
ed to be one of the r:,-.4)-flight attrac-
tions •of all the agricultural events in
Ontario History.
Of course, plowing matches have
been held by Ontario farmers for well
over a century, and prior to the forma-
-lion of the Ontario Plowman's Assoc-
iation, it was customary for Plowing
matches to be held in conjunction with
.an itinerant Provincial Exhibition that
was held in London, Hamilton, Toron-
'to and Kingston. Around the turn of
the century, however; interest in these
..matches began to wane and by 1910
less than a dozen matches were held in
Ontario. There were no Provincial or
District, matches and no organizations
-to promote good plowing.
The first plowing match to be spon-
sored by the Ontario Plowman's As-
sociation was held at Sunnybrook
Farm, near Toronto, in 1913 with 31
single-furrow horse drawn ploW ent-
ries. While there were no classes for
-tractor drawn plows, we understand
'that there was a tractor on the grounds
and this provided plenty of curiosity
and caustic comment by the visitors.
Possibly one of the questions asked
-was; "Do you think that it will ever
'replace the horse?"
From 1913 to 1920, annual plowing
'snatches were held, but until 1920 no
record was kept of the attendance. The
1920 figures showed an attendance of
..20,000. Since that time the attendance
figures have grown, indicating that the
public interest in good plowing has
increased considerably during the past
• quarter of a century. The highest at.
tendancc figure since 1920 was for the
1940 International which was held at
St. Thomas with a total attendance of
170,000. The loWest during the same
period, was with the exception of 1920,
in 1922, 1931 and 1932, when attend;
.ance at all three only reached 30,000
in, each of the years.
This year Huron County is filling
'""the role of host to the thousands who
-will be attending, and it is hdPed that
-this year the "Victory Match" of the
International will top all previous re-
cords for attendance, and it is up to
everyone who has the slightest interest
in plowing matches to talk-up this
year's event. Write, phone and wire
your friends and invite them to attend,
Remember, a plowing match is always
an inexpensive affair, there is no ad-
mission charge, there is no midway or
concession, it is strictly an event that
is of paramount interest to everybne
in anyway Connected with the soil, and
-everyone is invited to come and•visit in
a friendly farmer's fashion. Don't for-
get the dates: October 15th, 16th, 17th,
and 18th, when all the roads in Ontario
will lead to the Port Albert Airfield
in Huron County on the Bluewater
Highway,
Our mailing lists were corrected on
Saturday and include all payments
made up to noon of that day. If you
have made a payment on your sub-
scription dfiring the Past few weeks
check yolf- label to see if it is correct.
It is an easy matter to make an error
and if one occurs, please notify us as
it is easier to check it and make the
adjustment now than at some future
date,
If your subscription is not paid in
advance we would appreciate an early
remittance.
where they are attending Normal
Attending Stratford Normal
Misses Grace Golley and IMabelle
Dunkin left on Monday for Stratford,
School. 'g" k
Won Second At Seaforth
• Three pair of local bowlers attend-
ed a Doubles Tournament at Scaforth
on Monday evening. Donald Rae and
Ed. Nash won second prize,
Issuing Ration Books This Week
The Local Ration Board will issue
the No, 6 book in Winghanf on Thurs-
day, Friday and Saturday of this week.
The hours are from 9.3() to 12 and 1.30
to 5 daily, and on Saturday evening
from 7.30 to 9,30.
Fractured Bone In Hip
Broke Shoulder in Fall
Last week, Mr. Howard Machan had
the misfortune to fall out of an apple
tree, breaking his right shoulder.
Returned Home From Hospital A regrettable accident occurred on
Friday afternoon, when Dr, R. L.
Stewart had the misfortune to fracture
a bone in his hip. he getting up
from a chair when he fell, On Satur-
day morning he was taken to Wing-
ham General Hospital for Xray, and
is remaining for treatment,
Dance At Royal T
Wednesday, Sept. 11th
Bert Worth and isms -Ain6 as- sadorq nine piece orchestra. Free
transportation if necessary from any
restaurant at 10 p.m.
Institute Meetings To Be Resumed
Tice regular monthly meeting of the
local Women's. Institute will be re-
sumed again this month. The Sept-
ember meeting will be held on Thurs-
day, Sept. 19th., in the Council Cham-
ber. Watch next week for details of
the meeting which will be very much
"worth while".
Anniversary Services At
Ebenezer Church
The anniversary services of the Eb-
enezer United Church, Browntown,
will be held on Sunday, September 16,
at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m, Rev, A. Hew-
itt, Bluevale will preach at the morn-
ing service and Rev, M. G. Newton of
Whitechurch will have charge of the
evening service. Special music by the
choir.
Horses Win Prizes Ai Strathroy
Currie & Tervit entered their team
of roadsters at the Strathroy Fair this
week and won second prize for the
team, second for roadster over 15.2 and
third for under 15.2,
Shower For Girl Graduates • /
Mrs, Jas. Hamilton entertained 5t.'
her home on Friday evening at a hand-
kerchief shower in honour of Misses
Margaret Nimmo and Dorothy Hamil-
ton, who leave for Toronto next week.
Margaret will enter Canada Business
College and Dorothy will train at Wel-
lesley Hospital.
The Lions Club held their opening
meeting for the fall season at the
Queen's Grill, on Monday evening with
a good attendance. Lion Tamer Jack
Reavie led off with the singing with
Lion Harold Pym at the piano, Guests
of the Club were, Rev. Jack Roberts of
Alert Bay, B, C.; Mr. Fred Hanmore
of Sarnia, Johnny Brent, Mr, C. Froats
and Lion'Tom Glintz of London,
• A report from a recent Director's
meeting was presented and discussion
was'invited by President Jack Mc-
Kibbon. The award of the Lions
Scholarship for proficiency in the En-
trance Class was awarded to Stanley
Hiseler. The Directors recommended
that the swimming pool 'project be
passed up and instead that a park be
established by the Lions as one of
their projects. Discussion followed
and while some Lions favored the
swimming pool plan; others felt that it
might be beyond the finances of the
Club whereas a park could be readily
financed. It was finally decided to
proceed with plans for a suitable
Lions Park and the Child Welfare and
Civic Improvement Committees were
'instructed to proceed with plans for
the winter.
Lion Murray Johnson introduced
Lion Tom Glintz,•International Coun-
sellor and ,Lion Glintz made a few- re-
marks on Lionism. Lions were re-
minded 'of the HoWick Lions Ladies
night at Wroxeter on the 12th, Lion
Verne Dunlop, the convener of the
Lions Frolic Committee gave a general
summary of the finances of the Frolic.
Total receipts amounted to over $3100
with estimated expenses of $1700 leav-
ing a balance of about $1400. Lion
Verne Dunlop singled out many Lions
for their fine co-operation and help at
the Frolic, Mr. Johnny Brent was es-
pecially thanked for his good work and
in appreciation received a suitable gift
.from the Club, At this point Tail-
twister Wally Armstrong escorted
Lion Ron Rae to the front and had
him stand on a Chair to exhibit his
diamond sox. Many envious glances
passed among the 'Lions.
On invitation of the President,
Jack McKibbon, Rev, Jack Roberts
spoke briefly expressing his admira-
tion for the work done by Lions Clubs
and told of the fine project success-
fully carried out by the Lions Club
of Victoria, B. C, Funds were raised
to enable a "Blue Baby" to be taken
to specialists in Baltimore. The six
year old child had now fully recover-
ed and would soon return home as a
fine healthy child. He promised to
tell more of his work on the West
Coast at a later meeting.
Lion Hal MacLean called upon
Lions who were on active service and
chevrons were presented to be worn
in conjunction with the Lions emblem.
Lions A. D. lvfacWilliain, W, A. Mc-
Kibbon, R S. Hetherington and Bob
Spittal were named. Lion Frank Ma-
dill called all the Past Presidents,
Lions Ron. Rae,Fred Spry, Bill Gal-
braith, Hal MacLean, Stan Hall, Har-
ley Crawford, Wilf, French and Bill
Hamilton and each was presented with
,0ex
a Past Presidents button and the Club
gave them the Lions Roar.
Lion Fred Spry presented 100%
attendance buttons to twelve Lions
who had established this record, Mr.
Fred Hanmore favored with two fine
solos which were greatly appreciated.
Lion Bill Connell addressed Lion Bob
Spittal and recounted his many 'mina-
able services to the Club and Corn
triunity. He was presented with a
walnut coffee table and the best wish-
es of the Club were extended to him-
self and family in their new home in
Brantford. Lion Harley Crawford ad-
dressed Lion Harry Gibson and ex-
pressed the regrets of the Lions at
losing such a fine citizen of the Town,
He was also presented with a walnut
coffee table. Both Bob and Harry ex-
pressed their thanks to the Lions and
promised to visit the Club whenever
possible. At request cd&the Lions they
joined in a fine duet number.
President Jack Mc Ribbon' announ-
ced a Director's meeting for next
Monday evening at 7 o'clock and re-
quested Lions to present atty sugges-
tions to that meeting, Time closing song
and Lions Roar completed the evening,
COUNTY COUNCIL
AWARD SCHOLARSHIP
Convalescing At Home
The many friends of airs. Prank
Seli will be glad to know she is re-
covering from an operation for acute
appendicitis and was able to return to
her home from the Wingham 'General
Hospital on Sunday.
Sailed From India
Mrs, W. Williamson has received
word that her daughter, Mae, who has
been teaching in a mission school in
India, sailed from Bombay on August
23rd, After a voyage of about five
weeks she will arrive at San Francisco.
Dr. A. W. Irwin has returned from
Westminster Hospital, London, where
he has been a Patient for the past
month. He is convalescing at his
home here.
Died in England
Word has been received here of the
death of Mrs. Jessie C. Morton, at
Wellington, Shropshire, England. She
was formerly of Dunoon, Scotland,
and will be remembered by many here
when she frequently visited with the
late J. A. Morton.
Doubles Monday Evening.
The Wingham Bowling Club are
holding a men's Doubles on Monday
evening next, Sept, lath, This may
be the last tourament of the season-as
extensive work is to:be done this fall
on the greens in order that next year
they will be the best in Western On-
tario.
'Walkerton Won Series
Walkerton scored a 6.4 'victory over
Wingham in the third game of the W.
O.A.A. senior "A" softball playoffs at
Walkerton on Monday night, Each
team had previously won one game,
Walkerton winning her 9-0; Wingham
winning in Walkerton 9-8 and Monday
night's contest was the deciding one.
Engagement Announced
Mr. and Mrs. James Seli wish to
announce the engagement of their
only daughter, Agnes, to Clifford E.
(Pete) Bennett, son of Mr, and Mrs.
Carl M. Bennett, Wingham. The wed-
ding to take place the latter part of
September,
Breaks Collar Bone
On Sunday afternoon while prepar-
ing to attend the Drumhead service,
Mrs, D. Natters had the misfortune to
fall down several steps breaking her
collar bona and suffering 'head injuries.
She was taken to Winghana General
Hospital for treatment,
Mr. Ephraim Parrish addressed the
Council in regard to the rates paidjor
teaming and told of the increasing
costs of giving this service. A new
rate of $1.00 per hour was set.
The Finance Conimittee presented
a number of accounts properly certi-
fied and recommended payment.
Coun. Reavie repotted for the Street
Committee that street signs were being
erected. It was suggested that the
Clerk order six "Hospital" signs and
Council agreed, A request for a street
light at the east. end, of John Street
was received from Mr. Win. Field.
Sidewalks were being carried on as
more cement had just arrived, Grading
of Edward Street' would be carried
out as soon as scarifier points were re-
ceived. The Committee recommended
that tenders be called for snow plow-
ing. The matter of securing suitable
containers for placing of waste paper
on the streets was mentioned .and it
was agreed that the Street Committee
proceed and -have two of these made.
It was decided to call for tenders for
snowplowing for this winter and the
tendered to supply all equipment and
operator,
Two tenders were received from a
truck from A. 1‘4'. Crawford and Ed-
ward Motor Sales, and the matter of
securing a truck was left with the
Street Committee with power to pur-
chase a' new truck.
The matter of a new street light on
John Street was referred to the Exec-
utive Committee,
For the Cemetery Committee Coun,
Kennedy reported that the lots which
were to be purchased for dirt for the
Cemetery ad been sold. Some of the
dirt had been brought in and found
unusuitable for filling. Other dirt
would be examined by the Committee,
Coun. Lloyd reported for the Fire
Committee that the truck had attended
a fire at Fordwich recently and also
a fire at the CNR tracks near the
Foundry, Mr, Geo. Orvis was to give
a price for repairs to the hose tower
and the shingling of one side of the
fire hall. No tender had been submit-
ted for building a new fire hall.
Coun, Rae reported for the Band
Committee that work was progressing
with the new band stand. He laid a
plan of the completed band stand on
the table with some slight alterations
it was approved by Council and Coun,
Rae was instructed to proceed with the
work.
A letter was read from Mr. E. Sed-
don making application for the position
of bandmaster, He requested a salary
of $30 per month. He intended to train
a junior as well as a senior hand. Mr,
Seddon's application was accepted,
A model by-law was presented from
the Fire Marshall in relation to the
licensing of public buildings in the
Town. It was agreed that the Clerk
try to secure copies of this by-law
for each member of the Commit to ex-
amine before the next meeting,
' Comm. ICentiedy. gave a fine account
Of MS recent attendance at the May-
Convention at Fort William. The
Council ordered that his expenses be
paid.
Reeve Evans gave an account of his
attendance at the last meeting of Mr-
on County Council,
An application for a building permit
from Mr, Owen Xing was presented
for a residence on Catharine Street
estimated to cost $5000.
BINGO! BINGO!
The Wingham Legion are holding
their weekly Bingo every Saturday evA
ening in the council chambers. Good
prises, Proceeds are for Legion pur-
poses only, Meet yOnt friends Satur-
day night at the Legion Bingo.
The Huron County Council has
established a Huron County Scholar-
ship to be awarded annually to a boy
who enters the Ontario Agricultural
College. The scholarship is to ,be
awarded to a boy who in his secondary
school course has shown proficiency in
his studies, and qualities of leadership,
This scholarship replaces the Massey
Scholarship,
The Committee has awarded the
scholarship this year to J. Allison
Morgan, son of A. W. Morgan, Us-
berne Township. Allison attended
Exeter High School, and in 1943 enlist-
ed in the Royal Canadian Air Foree,
where in his training as a Wireless
Air-Gunner he showed marked ability,
He received his wings and the rank of
sergeant in December, 1944, He vol-
unteered for service in the Pacific, and
completed his advanced training jest
prior to V-S Day. On Ids release front
the Air 'Force, he entered the Institute
of Veterans' Ed-itatablialthlent and
Training in Toronto to complete his'
secondary school education, Allison
has enrolled at the and 'begins
his course this term,
LIONS CLUB IIELD
OPENING MEETING
Treasurer Reported An Estimated
Balance Of About $1400. from Frolic
Trip To De Nalb, Illinois
Walter Woods of Wingham, return-
ed on Monday from a trip to DeRalb,
Illinois, where he had the opportunity
to visit the vast corn breeding projects
of the Agricultural Association, While
there he saw the work of inbreeding
and crossing of corn that is nearing
completion for time year on experiment-
al farms.
Another Interesting part of Walter's
trip was a tour throtrgh the Agricult-
ural Association's Poultry project
where restarth men are working to
develop improved kinds of chickens,
SPECIAL AT LYCEUM
Thursday, Friday and Saturday this
week, "Two 'Sisters front 'Boston" star-
ring Xathryri Grayson, June Allyson
and Jimmy Duratte. Two shows each
night at '1.30 and 9;30,