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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1947-04-24, Page 1sr, R. E. McKINNEY PRESENTING THE TROPHY TO MISS NORMA MOFFATT, WINNER OF ORA- TORICAL CONTEST HELD AT' BLUEVALE, FRIDAY EVENING, Att With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News Single Copies Five Cents W1NGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 1947 Subscriptions $2,00 per Year ORATORICAL CONTEST JOIN• CANADIAN HELD AT BLUEVALE CANCER SOCIETY PUBLIC SCHOOL HELD OPEN NET alONMOINOON/0.4* Visitors Were Enthusiastic Over Equipment and Improvements Monday, ,April 21st was "Open Night" at the Wingham Public School. The School Board and the Teaching Staff were hosts to about two hund- red and fifty, visitors. There was en- thusiastic approval of the many recent improvements to the school, which in- elude the painting of the interior, the new heating system, fire-escapes, new 'lavatories, new drinking fountains and other added .features. These have added greatly to the pleasantness of teaching and learning alike. Many of the visitors were greatly in- *crested in the modern audi-visual aids to learning, donated by Mr. W. A. Gal- braith from the Cornyn Currie Estate. These include a Beseler projector, a sound-motion 'projector,. a film slide projeetor, record-player with cabinet containing several albums of records, a radio, a public address system with loud-speakers in the four tipper grades, -making it possible for the Principal; Mr. T. S. Beattie to make announce- ments to these grades at one time. At the close of the evening the Staff served a cup .of tea to the members of the Board and theiewives. PRESENTATION TO J. A. WILSON On Saturday, April 19th, -the office staff and employees of the Wingham Maitland Crearriery presented Mr. J. A. Wilson, retiring manager, with a very fine Gruen wrist watch. Dear Art: Now that you have relinquished your Eposition as manager of the Wingham Branch of the United Farmers Co-op- erative Co. we, the employees feel that we cannot let, this occasion pass with- out extending to you and Mrs, Wilson our very best wishes for your contin- ued health and welfare. Please accept this gift as a reminder of our associations with you during the past number of years. Signed P. Harris, R. Oke, W. Phair. Pension Board Secretary At United Church Rev, G. H. Tuttle, Secretary of the Pension Board of the United Church of Canada took the service in Wing- barn United Church on Sunday morn- ing. Speaking on the subject, "The Church at a time like this",-he present- .ed the pension scheme of the Church, in a very convincing and comprehen- sive manner. Special music by the choir under the leadership of Mr. A. W. Anderton, included a duet, "Love Divine'', by Mrs, W. B.. McCool and Mr. Wni, Conron, and the anthem, "Glorius in Excelsius" by the choir. RUMMAGE SALE On Saturday afternoon, May 3rd., at two o'clock, all road will lead to the Wingham Armouries for the Spring Rummage,Sale, sponsored by the Lad- ies' Auxiliary to Wingham Hospital. Donations are asked , for; clothing, dishes, hats, shoes, etc. In fact any- thing can be sold, So, clean out your attics, basements and clothes closets, and give anything you do not need to the rummage sale. All articles should be at the Armouries on Friday, May .2nd, If you wish your donation called. for, phone Mrs. W. J, Adams, 312. Afternoon tea will also be served. WINGHAM H. SCHOOL LITERARY SOCIETY The last meeting of the Wingham High School Literary was held in the town hall on Friday, April 18th, with President Don Lloyd in charge. The meeting opened with the first verse of "0 Canada", after which the minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Edith Cook, Dawna Walker played "Romance", A play entitled "The Rehearsal" based on Act V of the play MacBeth 'was presented by boys of Grade XII. and Grade XIII. The Introduction was read by Ruth Bradt burn and the character sketches given by lint Hall, The following boys took part; Don, Lloyd, Jint Johnston, Grant Ernest, Jim Benninger, Norm- an Dickinson, Russell Pennington and Jim Hobden, Jim Benninger, accomp- anied by Leslie 'Mae Wall, then. sang, "Don't Yon Hear Me Calling, Caro- line", and "I'll Close My Eyes",. The Journal was read by the Editor, Lou Connell. Members of the.1Graditrititig Class loritted,,, a Rhythm Band which Tom Locktidge conducted in several knit- •orotts selections. As is the Custom at the last Literary Meeting, the ProPlas Address Was read by Tom Loekridge, the Prophet for this year. Timis address will be Mond on page eight. NEW OFFICERS FOR SALVATION ARMY Calit. Agar and Lieut. Smith Held Farewell Services Sunday Announcement of the temporary appointment to Wingham Corps of the blind genius, Envoy Win. Clark, has caused great interest within Salvation Army and church circles locally, En- voy Clark, who is only 17 years of age,' has already been introduced to Wing- ham, through the week-end of special services he conducted at "The army" in January. Envoy W. Clark will be assisting the newly appointed Officer-in-charge, Lieut. Evert A. Gagnon, who follows Capt. B. Agar and Limit, E. Smith who 'farewelled' from the Wingham Corps this past Sunday. The duties of Capt. Agar were terminated suddenly through reasons of health, making it necessary for her to take a medical leave-of-absence from Salvation Army Work for a short time. "Lady" Officers- returned to the S,A. work in' Wingham last June following the tern held by Capt. and Mrs. A. Touzeau who left to take charge of a Corps at Kelowna, B.C. Lieut. Smith who came to assist the Captain from the 'Salvation Army's 'Mountain' Corps at Hamilton this January, is proceeding in similar cap- acity to Hanover. At the close of the Sunday evening service Captain and Lieutenant made their farewell remarks, acknowledging the friends they had made in Wing- ham, and thanking all individuals col- lectively and departments of corps act- ivities for co-operation during their stay here. A public welcome .meeting will be held at The Salvation Army Hall to- morrow (Thursday) evening for Lieut, A. E. Gagnon and Envoy Clark, at which the band will be present. Lieut. Gagnon graduated from The Salvation Army College one year ago and since then has been stationed „at Dundas. The Lieutenant who originally comes from Cobalt, served previous to his,en- trance to college, as a bandsman in the S.A. Band at Huntsville. Envoy Clark, who first becaine as- sociated with 'The Army' at his home town of Smith's Falls, has been attend- ing college classes at the school for the Blind in Brantford. Through his Sunday evangelism at various 'centres, he aquired the post of Envoy through the Brantford Citadel Corps, Mid is the youngest to hold such a commission in The Salvation Army in Canada. As well as having won wide acclaim as a Christian orator, the Envoy is a bril- liant executant at the piano and several other musical instruments. Following the Thursday evening welcome service at The Salvation Army Hall at which Corps Sgt.-Major A. Law will present the new officers Lieut. Gagnon and Envoy Clark will take charge of the S.A. activities here, including the Sunday services of wor- ship. Horticultural Society Premiums For 1947 Members 24 Gladiolus Bulbs, Mixed 5 Primula mixed colors. 5 Chrysanthemums, mixed colors. 12 Tuberous Begonias 2 Dales Hybrid Tea Roses or 25 Asparagus. Membership fee $1.00. The Original Rexall One Cent Sale commences This Week, Wednesday morning, that' Sat. night. Mckibbotis„ Highway No 4 Open The bridges south of the town have been repaired and traffic was resumed over them on Friday evening, after being closed for two weeks. Accepts School At Kitchener James W. Coulter of Wingham, this year attending Stratford Normal School, has accepted a posilion with the Kitchener Public School Board. Dirties to commence Sept, 2nd, To Forth Dramatic Club As soon as possible after the pres- entation of the comedy "Laughing Gas" a ,dratnatid club will be formed, All those interested in joining please tontaet• Sam Burton, Recreational Dir- ettOt, Bride Elect Honoured Mrs. Sinclair Shaker was hostess at a Miscellaneous shower held at the tome of her Mother-in-law, Mrs. S. Stalker, 110 Erie Avenue, Brantford, in honour of Miss Alba Side% a bride., elect of this month. Anne Stinker, daughter of the hostess, pulled in a wagon loaded with gifts for the guest of honor,. Games were played, and re- freshments served by the hostess as- sisted by Mrs. Graham Wray, sister of the gttest of honour,, and Mrs. N. Dun" hat% Theoffice staff of the Cockshutt Plow Co., presented Miss Shiell with a lovely coffee table in honour of her Marriage. WINHAM CITIZENS .BAND REORGANIZED New Instruments To Be Purchased When Available A meeting for the, reorganization of the Wingham Citizens Band was held in the Council Chamber on Wed- nesday evening of last week, with an attendance of over thirty. The newly elected officers are; President-Wm. Henderson. Vice-Pres.-Harry Newell Sec'y.-Treas.-Ron Rae A number of instruments in need of repair are being returned to manufac- urers to be looked after, and new in- struments will 'be purchased when av- ailable. The Band shows great promise and will be heard at their Sunday evening concerts from their new band stand. The bandsmen -were encouraged by a number of interested citizens offer- ing them their support. Minstrel Show at Wroxeter 25 Boys, ages 5 to 15, under the leadership of Father Strauss of For- mosa R. C. Church, will preent a Minstrel Show, Friday night, April 25, in Wroxeter Town Hall. Dance fol- lows, Wilbee's Orchestra. Sponsored by Howick Lions Club, You can Save! At the Original Rex- all Otte Cent Sale This Week at Mc- Ribbons. BRIDGE CLUB Eight tables were present on Thurs- day evening, April 17th., at the weekly meeting of the Wingham Bridge Club. The result of the play was as follows: North and South-1st, Mrs, J. H. Crawford and Mrs, D. Nastnith; 2nd, Miss Yvonne McPherson and R. S. Hetherington; 3rd, Geo. Williams and D. Kennedy; 4th, Mrs, G. H. Ross and D. Ctompton, East and Wcst-lst, Mrs. A. R. Do- Val and J. H. Crawford; 2nd, Mrs, F. A. Parker and W. H. French; 3,'d, Miss M. MacLean and Mrs. A. Wil- son; 5th, C. H. McAvoy and J. Mason. DANCING AT ROYAL T, Every Saturday evening from 0 to 12, Ken Wilbee's Orchestra. Moderate admission. TURN YOUR CLOCK AHEAD ONE HOUR Daylight Saving Time will go into effect it Whig-ham, at midnight, Sat. trday, April nth., and will remnairi in force until the end of September, Before you retire Saturday evett:ng„ turn your clock ahead one hour, Maybe you had better set the alarm too, so that you won't be an hour late Poe church Sunday Morning, WINNAM BAPTISTS JOIN NEW GROUP Officially Welcomed Into the Fellow- ship of Independe4t Baptist Churches Delegates from rhany centres in this section of Ontario gathered in the Bap- tist ,Church, Tuesday afternoon and ev- ening, April 15th, to officially welcome the church into the Fellowship of In- dependent Baptist Churches of Cana- da. Denouncing the doctrines and tea- chings of McMaster University as "modernistic", the church some weeks" ago severed all relations with the Bap- tist Convention of Ontario and Que- bec. Ministers and delegates were present from London, Toronto, Meaford, Fer- gus, Brantford, Boston, Simcoe, Wat- erloo, Phillipsburg:, Scarboro, Wood- stock. At the afternoon session Rev. Clar- ence 'Keen, Moderator of the Fellow- ship, was voted in as moderator for the meeting, and Rev. Fred Howard of Oxford St, Baptist Church, London, as Clerk, Rev, 0. J. Coupland gave the address of welcome, and both the pas- tor and Mr. John Falconer .spoke on behalf of the church, the latter giving a brief sketch on the history of the church since 1862. The evening service designated prim- arily for the recognition service, open- ed with a lively song service conduct- ed by Rev. John Russell of Toronto, theg Program consisted of solos by Rev W, Dynes of Toronto; piano solo by Rev, Norman Pipe, Sitncoe; devotional exercises, Sidney White, Brantford and Rev. Richard Adams of Fergus; Rev. Donald Dinnick, Scarboro, also spoke briefly. A former pastor of the church Rev. Glen Wardell of London, extend- ed the right hand of Fellowship to Ntr. John Falconer, on behalf of the local church. The charge to the Wingham church was delivered by Rev. Norman Pipe of Sitncoe, who stressed the need of standing firm for thes.Baptist beliefs and to make a concentrated effort to work whole heartedly for the extension of His Kingdom. Main speaker at the evening session Was Rev, Clarence Keen, moderator, and pastor of the High ,Park Baptist Church, Toronto, .who chose as his diseourse,.!'ne Model Church" stress- ing the -need of the 200 century churches to remain steadfast and loyal to their cause despite the current un- rest throughout the world. The speak- er exhorted all to double their efforts for the furtherance of the gospel. "Bessie Beats the Band" The title of Three Act Play Jo be presented in the Community Hall, Illttevale, on Friday, April 25th., at 8,86 o'clock, by a caste of Young People from the United Church, Brus- sels, muter the auspites of The Triple Group of the Ladies Aid Society of knox Presbyterial, Church, Illuevale, Admission, adults 85e, children 20c. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE ANNUAL MEETING Officers With sincere regret the members of the Women's Institute learned. of the resignation of both the President, Mrs. F. A. Parker and Secretary-Treasurer, Mrs. Chas. Hopper, but they are equally confident that the Institute will go forward under the new slate of of- ficers elected at the April meeting. They are as follows: Honorary President, Mrs. W. J. Henderson; Pres., Mrs. Wm. Field; Sec.-Treas,, Mrs. R. A. Coutts; 1st. Vice, Mrs. James Walpole; 2nd. Vice, Mrs, Fred Fuller; Branch directors, Mrs. J. Ernest, Mrs. S. Bateson, Mrs. M. Swanson; District Director, Mrs. F, A. Parker; Visiting committee, Mrs. D. Hutcheson, Mrs. J. Ernest, Mrs. J. Knox; Property Committee, Mrs. T. Bower, Mrs, J. Isard; Pianists, Mrs. N, Keating, Mrs, M. Swanson; Press Reporter, Mrs. R. E, Laidlaw; Auditors, Mrs. C. Hopper, Mrs. J. Walpole, "0 PROMISE ME" The title of a play to be presented in Whitechurch Hall , by a Holyrood Cast on Thursday evening, April 24, at 8.30 under the auspices of Presby- terian Young People. Be on hand for the Original Rexall One Cent Sale, commencing Wednes. morning This Week, MoKibbons, Dance To-night - Royal T Wednesday, April 23rd,, to the mus- ic of Frankie Banks. Dancing 0.30 to 1, Admission $1.00 a couple. ST. PARS EVENING GUILD MEETING A very well attended meeting of St, Paul's Evening Guild was held at the Norte of Miss Edna Mitchell on `Tues- day evening, April 15th, In the absence of the President, Mrs. D, B. Porter, the meeting was opened and devotion- al exercises conducted by Miss Alice Reading, The minutes of the previous -rect. Mg and roll call were by the Secretary, Miss Mary Johnston, followed by the report of the treasurer, Miss Edna Mitchell, and of the visiting committee, by Mrs, Wilfred Henry, A message. of sympathy was Sent to Mrs. Porter in the loss of her sister, Mrs, Marion Allen Agnew of Detroit. The quilttop recently completed by members of the Guild under the direc- tion of Mrs. Jack Templemart and Mrs. Wilkinson was won by Miss Alice Reading.. The meeting voiced its service of ,appreciation: of the work of the sewing committee on this project. A social hour with a contest follow- ed and lunch was served by the hos- tess and Miss Lillian Ellaeott, Miss Norma Moffatt Presented With R, Eldon McKinney Trophy A large audience gathered ut the Community Hall, Bluevale, on Friday evening for the Oratorical Contest for Public School pupils, sponsored by the Bluevale and District ;Men's Club. The President, J. C. Higgins acted as chairman and Mrs. Carl Johnston was the pianist for opening and closing numbers. Choruses were sung by school children, accompanied by Del- ores Hamilton. ' Honours were awarded as follows: First, Miss Norma Moffatt, Bluevale School; subject, "Syl. Apps as an Ex- ample of a Clean Sportsman"; teacher, Mrs. Margaret Grain; 2nd, Kenneth Johnston, S. S. No. 10, Morris; sub- ject, "An Ideal Rural School Ground"; teacher, Miss Jean Armes; 3rd, George Procter, S. S. No. 7, Morris, subject, "The Story of the MacIntosh Red Apple"; teacher, Miss McDonald; 4th, Harold Johnston, S. S. No. 8, Morris; subject, "The Royal Canadian Mount- ed Police"; teacher, Mrs. William El- ston; 5th, 6th and 7th were judged equal: Norma Felker, S. S. No. 1, Turnberry; subject, "The junior Red. Cross"; teacher, Miss Viola Thacker; Neil Eadie, S, S. No. 3, Turnberry; subject, "Patriotism"; teacher, Miss Helen Walker; Arlene Rettinger, S. S. No. 8, Turnberry;, subject, "Canada"; teacher, Miss Keith, The judges were Rev. Jack James, Mr. R. S. Hetherington and Mr. W. H. French, Wingham. Following the announcement of the standing of the contestants, Mr. R. E. McKinney, General Sales' Manager of Supertest, London, a former Bluevale young man, presented a silver cup, known as the R. Eldon McKinney Trophy, to the Club, and which the INSPEcTI9N'OF CADETS MAY 6th Inspection dates for Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps were announced last week by Major J. Young, Area Cadet Officer, who will inspect the local Ca- dets at the Wingham High School at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 6th. Save at McKibbons-The shopping event of the Spring - The Original Rexall One .Cent Sale, This Week- commencing Wednesday morning, Harold Victor Pytn, has purchased the grocery business in Fordwich, formerly owned by Mr, J. H. Rogers, and took possession on Monday, Jack, who is a veteran paratrooper of World War II was an employee of the Dominion Store before the war, We wish him every success in his new venture. Wingharn Lions Club Are Sponsorbag. Membership Drive "He that cures a disease may be the most skilful, but he that prevents it is, the safest physician," This is an an- cient saying but its message has lost none. of its significance today. The Ontario Cancer Society hopes to bring- home this message to every family in. the province with the "prevention rath- er than cure"' slogan paving the way., Letters have been received front many parts of Ontario, grateful, heart- warming letters expressing gratitude. from those• who discovered they had. cancer and acted upon their discovery. Many attribute being alive today to the literature they received from the Soc- iety, telling of symptoms and signs to watch for. "Until we bring cancer into the open it will continue to spread icy fear into the hearts of the people" says Bruce Taylor, chairman of the drive. "Few people realize that 80 per cent of many types of cancer can be cured, and our job is to tell them of the facilities avail- able for diagnosis and treatment of the disease, with total cure as our ult-• imate aim. "The most vital fact about cancer is that we can do something about it! By' joining the Society, members will re- ceive information regularly which will keep.them informed of the latest devel- opments in research and treatment„ thereby teaching them to watch for and look for in themselves and rnembers of their own circle, Your dollar can possibly save your life or the life of one dear to you." The Wingham Lions Club under the chairmanship of Fred W. Spry, is sponsoring the .drive for members. You may make your donation to any Lion, or leave it at either of the Wing", ham Banks, MODERATOR SPEAKS AT F.B.Y.P,A. Last week the Fundamental Baptist Young People's Association of Wing- ham Baptist Church held their regular Weekly meeting with a good attend- ance. The meeting was opened with the hymn "Standing on the,PromiseS' and Rev. 0. J. Coupland led in pray- er. A duet followed entitled "My Sheep Know My Voice" by Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Scheifele, and then +he hymn, "Jesus Lead Me All the Way" was sung by all. The special speaker for the evening was Rev. Clarence :M. Keen, moderator of the Fellowship of Independent Baptist Churches of Can- ada and also pastor of High Park Baptist Church, Toronto, The text of his message was found in Galatians 3, 26 on "The Children of God", which proved very beneficial to all present, and the meeting closed with prayer, FREE COLOURED I MOVING PICTURES As a result of many requests there will again be Free Coloured Moving Pictures presented in the Town Hall, Wingham, on Thursday, May 1, at FS p.m, sharp. This free two hour show- ing will he sponsored .by the Junior and Senior Wingham Fish and Game Club. Two door prizes will be given. Everybody welcome, UNITED CHURCH EVENING AUXILIARY Hold Special Easter Thankoffering Service chairman presented to Norma Moffatt and will be for annual competition. The Club plans to sponsor a similar contest every year. Norma will have New possession of the trophy for one year or until the representative of some Elect Slate Of other school wins it. Mr, McKinney 'presented Norma with a book, "Public Speaking" and on behalf of the Club the President presented each contestant with the surn of $10.00, $8.00, $5.00, $3.00 and $2.00, according to merit, and thanked, Mr. McKinney and the judges and ex- pressed appreciation to the teachers and pupils for their co-operation and keen interest in makingthe contest a success. Mr. McKinney in his remarks, ex- pressed pleasure of being in his home village and visiting for the first time the new Community Hall. He con- gratulated the men responsible for its building, and to the Men's Club for sponsoring the contest. He said there was nothing better for boys and girls than a knowledge of the. act of public speaking for that is what makes lead- ers in the community, giving them the ability to express their opinions before an audience. Attended Convention at Toronto Messrs, Alex, Reid and Bert Arm- strong of town, W. Brown of Lang- side, and G.Ostrander of Lucknow, at- tended the district convention of the British American Oil Co. at Toronto last Wednesday. Recreation Director Remains Here Mr. Sam Burton, Recreation Direc- tor, last week received a very attractive proposition from St. Marys to take a similar position there, We are pleased to report that after due consideration he has decided to remain in Wingham. Good Maple Syrup Season Maple syrup makers, wha at first were disappointed with the season's prospects, are now stating that the yield this year is good, if not better than an average year, Syrup is retail- ing in Wingthatu from $4.00 to $5,00 per gallon. The President, Mrs. A. W. Irwin conducted the business. Miss M. 1)ar- Loa]. Veteran Bitya Fordwich Business bout read the 'minutes and called the Mts. F, Madill gave the finatt- Mr. jack PYttil son of Mr' And Mrs, crag report, Mrs. G. Howson and Mrs. R, Hobden were appointed as dele- gates to attend the Presbyterial at. Ex- eter on Thursday, April 24th. The Thankoffering was received and the meeting closed with the hymn, "0 Sewell. Mizpah benediction, kefreshinents Master of the Waking World", and The Easter Thank Offering meeting of the Evening Auxiliary of the Wing- ham United Church was held at the home of Mrs. J. Reavie on Tuesday evening of last week with an attend- ;mice of over thirty members and a few visitoes. A beautiful Easter service of .worship was conducted by "Miss Alice Herd. The resurrection story frotn the Bible was read by Miss Cora Gan- nett, Mrs. W. A. Galbraith led in prayer, A "Crusaders" poem was read by Mrs. W, IT, Edwards, Miss Leslie. Mae Wall favouretrwith a piano solo. A chapter of the Study Book "India at the Threshold" dealing with "The Ministry of Health and Healing" was given by Mrs. Norman Keating.