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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1947-05-08, Page 1HUGH GAGE The Rummage Sale sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary to Wingham. General Hospital, which was held on Saturday afternoon was again an out- standing success, the total proceeds being $438.69. By departments, the re- sults were:— Fuaitastiture $ 17,00 • Men's and Women's Clothing 156.30 Children's Clothing ..... 2826:9750 H Shoes 41.00 Dishes and Novelties 58.00 Tapestry and Groceries 30.85 Tea Room 27.20 Total $ 440.00 These rummage sales are held twice a year and are the main source of re- venue of the Auxiliary, The proceeds are used to purchase furnishings, bed- ding, dishes and etc., for the hospital. Members of the Auxiliary spent all day Friday and Saturday forenoon sorting and marking the articles as they are brought in, a group of wo- men being responsible for the goods in each department,, The tea-room up- stair's is a restful and refreshing spot, this year the tables Were bright with daffodils and pussy willows, Promptly at two o'clock the dOOr8 are Opened and the whole Armouries is filled with eager buyers. 13y five o'clock every- thing has been sold and another rum- mage sale has passed into history. Plans are already under way for the next one which Comes in the fall. These splendid results 'could not be ac-i tompliahed without the tO-operation of the merchants and townspeople, and so to all who assisted in any way, the Auxiliary extends thanks, MAILING LISTS REVISED SATURDAY Subscribers are asked to look at their labels this week, as our mailing lists have been corrected up to noon Saturday, May 3rd., and all substrip- dons paid during the past six weeks should show On the corrected label. If credit has not been given please noti- fy us as soon as possible, so that the correction may he made. Owing to the steadily increased Cost of newsprint and other expenses in re- gard to publishing a newspaper, sev- eral papers have increased their -prim We do not totntomplate arty raise, in our subscription, but hi order to re- maifi at 400, we must have all sub- scriptions paid iu advance, To: those who arc in "arrears, or whose subscrip- tions are expiring, we ask that you renew promptly. We also thank those who have already done so. BINGO The Women's Auxiliary to the Leg- ion is holding its annual Spring Bingo in the Armouries on Wednesday, May 7th., at 8 p.m. sharp. 20 games for 25c, 6 specials for 25c, 2, 10 cent specials (full house). Proceeds for patriotic purposes. Come early and avoid dis- appointment. Notice—Bmd Practice There will be practice in the Town Council Chamber at 8 p.m. on Thurs- day, May 8th, for new students wishing to play one of the following instru-. ments:—Alto, cornet or Bass, also 1 snare drum. Bandmaster, E. Seddon, Sec.-Treas., 5. R. Rae. NOTICE There will be no ice delivery from us in Wingham this coming summer. —Kincardine Pure Ice and Fuel Co.,, Kincardine, OP". DANCING AT ROYAL T Every Saturday evening from 9 to 12, Ken Wilbee's Orchestra. Moderate admission, Receives Synod Appointment At the Hamilton and London Synod of the Presbyterian Church, held at St. Thomas last week, Rev. A. Nimmo was appointed to an important task as Syn- odical Evangelist for three months in the Autumn of this year. The accept- ance of the appointment will mean a big sacrifice for Mr. Nimmo as lie will be absent from his congregation and a supply will be necessary, HOME LEAGUE LADIES Of outstanding interest to women, Were the Sunday services at The Sal- vation Army in which ladies of the "Home League", the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Corps, took prominent part. En- voy Clarke spoke effectively Sunday morning of "the virtuous woman", and Home League members took part in prayers and scripture ?endings at both meetings. Preceeding the evening message, by the Envoy, Home League Member, Mrs. W. H. Gordon sang "I walked, and there My 'Saviour journey. ed too." Despite discouraging weather yore church time Sunday morning, a group of bafidstnett paid their monthly visit to the General Hospital, The hand's regular ministry in musk at the Hos- pital is much appreciated by staff tout patients, Preliminary announcement has been made regarding. the :visit of one of Ont- ario's outstanding choral combinations,. the Woodstock Citadel Songsters t6 Wingham, May 81st. and June 1st. The music of the Songster Brigade will be a feature of ,the services at The Salvation Army's Wifigharn Corps the: first 'Sunday in next month. GRANTS INCREASED - TO HURON HOSPITALS lion. Russell Kelley Met Representa- tives At Clinton On Monday Representatives of the four Huron County Hospitals, Goderich, Seaforth, Clinton and Wingham, suet in Clinton on Monday, for consultation with Ont- ario Minister of Health, Hon. Russell Kelley. Three of the hospitals are making extensive additions this year and were interested in hearing from the minister that the government was snaking a • grant of $1,000 per bed to assist in their capital costs, Mr, Kelley said the government would this year give $4000,000 to ,the Ontario hospitals for capital expenses and that the maintenance grants would also be increased. He said there is a shortage of nurses in the province to the number of about 2,900 and asked the co-operation of the Huron hospitals in securing additional nurses. Each of the four hospitals is being asked to secure' students who will become certified nurses' assistants. The plan is to have a qualified teacher appointed who would help in the train- ing of the assistants and these should look forward to becoming fully qual- ified registered nurses. Mr. Kelley announced new provin- cial grants to the four hospitals were greatly increased over last year's. 'Comparative figures follow (1947 grant preceding): Clinton Public Hos- pital, $1,160, $457; Wingham General Hospital, $2,036, $86; Alexandra Mar- ine Hospital, Goderich, $4,307, $1,857; Scott Memorial Hospital, Seaforth, 4730, $663. Mayor D. D. Mooney of Goderich was chairman of the meeting and the two Huron MLA'S, Dr. Hobbs Taylor and John Hanna, were present and took -part in the meeting. LEGION HELD REGULAR MEETING The regular monthly meeting of the Canadian Legion, Branch 180, was held in the ArmourieS on Tuesday evening, .April 29th. Mr. W .VanWyck, presi- dent, conducted the business of the :meeting. Mr. Milford Foxton was made a member and received -his init- iation. Past President, Mr. W. W. Armstrong was presented with the Past President badge, by Mr. W. G. Hamilton. Mr. Stewart Scott was ap- -pointed chairman of a committee to organize a softball team and it is hoped -that the Legion will ,be represented in -.the town league. • Dance at Currie's School - On Friday 'evening. May 9th. Tif- fin's Orchestra. Admission 25 cents. Box Social and Dance Zn Whitcchurch Community Hall, Friday, May 9th., at 9 p.m., to the mus- ic of Garnet Farrier's Orchestra, Ad- :mission 50 cents, Ladies with boxes, -free, Lions Dance May Nth The Lions Club are sponsbring a dance in the Wingham Armouries on Monday, May 26th, with music sup- plied by Eric Scott and his CKNX Airliners. There will also be an out- standing program with Doug. Rom- aine of Toronto, in his comedy pan- -tontine and clever impersonations. Johnny Perkins, well known radio band leader and piano accordionist, will act as .Doug's accompanist, and also pre- sent feature spots on piano and accor. dion. NOTICE TO FARMERS Goderich elevator refunds are now available. The refund from the Goderich Eele- vator and Transit Co. Ltd, of over- charges made on grain loaded in bags during the period of August 16, 1943 to June 1945, is now held i ntrust by the Federation of Agriculture of Huron County for distribution, All f armers and feeders in the County who assumed this overcharge may secure refunds by furnishing proof as to grain purchased on which over- charges were paid. A Sheet of explanation as to proofs, etc., is being sent but tO the township units and may be secured from your local secretary, By agreement with the Goderich rd- 'cvator and W.P.T.11., the unclaimed residue may be used for Junior Farm- a organizations in the County. Any- one wishing to do to may assign their claims for this purpose, All claims iniiSt be made within thirty days of the above notice to W. V, toy„, Londes. brim Setretary-Treasurer cf Huron County rederation of Agriculture, Any Huron County farmers who purchased grain from Bruce County dealers, should present their Claims to Bruce County rddefation of Agrittil- TOWN PROPERTIES TO BE APPRAISED Engineer To Be Engaged to Plan and Estimate on New Sewers The regular monthly meeting of the Town Council met on Monday evening with all members present, Mayor Ken- nedy presiding, Mr. Sam Burton, Recreational Dir- ector, was present and gave a detailed report of the activities during the past month. (This will be published in next week's paper). A vote of thanks was tendered Mr. Burton for his excellent work. Communications were received from: Medical Health Officer, reporting that the town water had .been tested when the flood water was at its high- estest, and tested Grade A. General Accident Insurance Co, Wingham Legion, requesting that .in future veterans be given preference for all town jobs when vacant. CKNX, requesting permission to in- stall an auxiliary tower on Arena, now on Brunswick Hotel. This was grant- ed. G. W. Tiffin and others, to erect a floating dock on the upper river. The same to be removed in the fall. This was granted. Watch Tower and Tract Society, to obtain permission to hold four services in the town hall. The council agreed to rent the Council Chamber at the regular rate of $5.00 per meeting. Dr. W. A, McKibbon, M.O.H., re- garding town dump, and urinals and drinking fountains at Arena. Ontario Association of Mayors, an- nouncing the dates of the conference at Ottawa on June 5, 6, 7. It was de- cided that two should attend this meet- ing. Ontario Cancer Society, requesting financial assistance. Rev. A. Nimmo addressed the coun- cil on behalf of the committee for the campaign far clothing for British Flood Relief, asking permission to have the clothing left at the town hall. This was agreed to. A letter was received from C. R. Hagie, Consulting Engineer for Sewer Construction in regard to the survey for additional sewers in town. The clerk was instructed to communicate with him and have him come to town and look over the new sewers contem- plated. The Street Committee to line up the work that the engineer is to plan and estimate on. Mr. W,t H. Haney, town assessor, addressed the council regarding asses- sing and appraisal of property. Mr. lianeY was authorized to attend the assessors convention at Sudbury and that he commence an appraisal of the properties in town, so that the assess- ment would be equalized. The Finance Committee presented a number of accounts properly certi- fied, ,These were ordered paid. Coun. Rae for the Street Committee, reported that the cleaning of all man holes was now being done, and some additional cleaning rods have been or- dered. He reported that Mr. McPher- son of the Dept. of Highways had been in town and offered a few suggestions on some of the street problems. Conn. Reavie, for the Cemetery Co- mittee, stated that considerable work (b eenhad done at the cemetery, the back part had been graded, and a new mower had been ordered, The mortar is dropping out of the pillars and he said they should be pointed as soon as possible, Colin, Gurney, for the Fire Commit- tee, reported that the department was now well equipped with new hose and fire extinguishers. The Fire and Pro- perty Committees were authorized to get specifications for the new Fire Hall. The Cemetery Committee were also authorized to proceed with plans for the Chapel at the Cemetery. Coun. Rae reported that the Band is coining out to practice about twenty strong, and with a class of boys now organized, it would soon have about thirty members. Applications for Building permits were received and granted to Chester Stewart, United Farmers Co-Op., C. J. Froome, and L. Stewart for Geo. Allen, Permission was granted to the Leg- ion to use. the Council Chambers on Saturday flights. 411tez barn With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 8th, 1947 Single Copies Five Cents .Subscriptions $2,00 per Year TEEN TOWN SPONSOR SUNDAY CONCERT FREE TUBERCULOSIS SURVEY PLANNED FOR WINGHAM ONT. BRITISH FLOOD RELIEF CAMPAIGN Drive Proceeds For British Flood Relief Amounted To $28.40 St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Wingham, will this Friday evening be the setting for an outstanding musical event when Hugh Gage until recently associated with Radio Station CKNX will present a farewell recital. Mr. Gage has chosen a program of the light- er classics, the type which was so much enjoyed on his radio program, "Musical for Sunday". Advance sale of tickets is being held at McKibbon's Drug Store and Mas- on's Book Store in Wingham, while 400 seats are being held for rush sale at the door. The program will com- mence at 8.30. Mr. Gage is appearing under the distinguished patronage of the Rev. In spite of a teeming rain storm a crowd of 210 turned out to give a sym7- pathetic hearing to a concert by local talent sponsored by Teen Town on. Sunday evening at 8.30 p.m. Chair- man for the evening was Jim Hobden,, Mayor of Teen Town. The concert was evidently pleasing to the audience judging from the warmth with which. each number was received. The pro- gramme is as follows: Baritone Solo, "One Alone". Rom- berg, Jim 13eninger; Soprano solo, "Thank God For a Garden",. Teresa, Lois Whitney; piano solo, "Rondo Movement Sonata No. 1 Opus 14", Beethoven, Jim Hall; Contralto solo, "Beautiful Garden of Prayer" hymn, Lavonne' Rapp; Violin solo, "Agnus Dei" George Bizet, Sam. Burton; Con- tralto solo, "Smiling Through", Ar- thur A. Penn, Lois Lockridge; Trom- bone solo, 'Unseen Guest", Phil B. Catelinet, Fred Russell; Accordion solo, "Bells of St. Marys" Envoy Clark; Soprano solo, "Thanks Be To God", Stanley Dickson, Lois Whitney; Violin solo, "To A Wild Rose", Mac- Dowell, Sam. Burton; Piano solo, "Im- promptu" Schubert, Jim Hall; Con- tralto solo, "Sunrise and You", Arthur A. Penn, Lois Lockridge; Accordion solo, "Stand Up For Jesus", Envoy Clark; Trombone solo, "The Acrobat", J. A. Greenwood, Fred Russell; Con- tralto solo, "I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say", Rathburn, Lavonne Rapp. Mayor Hobden wishes to thank all those who took part in this concert and he issued a warning that such talent will most certainly 'be called upon again, Alexander Nitturo, Dr. W. M. Connell, John W. Hanna and Mayor Kennedy. Mr. Harold Victor Pym, organist of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Wingham, and for the past seven years associated with Radio Station CKNX as Musical Director, will be heard in Recital with Hugh Gage Mr. Pym has earned wide recog- nition for his splendid musicianship, especially through his daily feature "Hymn Time" heard each morning over CKNX. Mr, Pym besides pro- viding the accompaniments at the or- gan console for Mr. Gage will also be heard in two solo groups and in- cluded will be the impressive Finlandia by Sibelius. To Be Held In the Town Hall May 26th. to 30th. Every man, woman and child in the Wingham area will be given the op- portunity of safeguarding their health by having a free chest X-ray when a community X-ray survey begins here May 26th. The survey will be con- ducted by the Lions Club under the auspices of the Ontario Tuberculosis Association. The announcement was made by Dr. W. A. McKibbon, medical health of- ficer, who 'expressed the hope that every citizen of Wingham district over 16 years of age would take advantage of this special opportunity. In order that every Wingham citi- zen may be registered for the survey, a house to house canvass will be made by members of Lions Club before the actual survey gets under way. The clinic will be held in the Town Hall and will be in operation from May 26 to May 30th. The Wingham survey is part of the war on tuberculosis begun last year by the Ontario Tuberculosis Association in co-operation with the Ontario De- partment of Health to cut in half the incidence of this disease in Ontario within the next ten years. An X-ray will take only a few mom- ents of each person's time, Dr. Mc- Kibbon pointed out. The most up-to- date mobile equipment, which uses 70 mm. and can handle 100 persons an hour will be used, 'These minature plates, when read by experts, are just as accurate as full-size X-rays. A nurse will be in attendance and every woman will be issued a disposable paper gown. Tuberculosis of the lungs, if found in the early stage and tested, is almost always completely curable. Neverthe- FOUNDRY DONATES BRINE CLUB Six tables were present at the week- ly meeting of the Wingham Bridge Club held on Thursday evening, May The regular meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Canadian Legion was held in the Armouries on Tuesday *II ? Carloads. STOVE TO LEGION To Be Held In Wingham May 7th to 22nd What we gave to Britain during the war years was in reality part of our own struggle for national survival. What we are being asked to do now is in the true sense of the phrase 'Aid to Britain'. An acknowledgment of our debt to this really great people. The Wingham Committee, under the chairmanship of Rev. W. A. Beecroft, have worked out the following details for the campaign, and offer the follow- ing suggestions. The campaign will run from May 7th to May 22nd. G. W. Tiffin will be in charge of cash donations, and these may be left at either of the local banks. The ob- jective has been set at $1500.00. Food and clothing may be left at the Council Chambers, where there will be boxes' in which you may place your bundle. Food and clothing should if possible be in separate bundles. Clothing and Bedding of all types in good condition and clean, Clothing is still rationed ni Britain, any loss thru' flood cannot be made good from sup- plies available.. Shoes will be very acceptable, if possible have the shoe man check them first. Foods of all kinds, non-perishable in containers that will stand travel and handling.. No glass containers, and the people of Britain have never acquired a taste for corn. In selecting your food gift remember the people of Brit- ain are still an a stringent food ration, the disruption of industry by the sev- ere winter and floods has made the sit- uation more desperate. Your Committee: Chairman, Rev. W. A. Beecroft; Sec'y., A. 0. Garrett; Treas., R. R. Hobden; Cash Donations, G. W. Tiffin; Publicity and Informa- tion, F. Johnson, Rev. A. Nimmo, Rev. J. James, W. B. McCool; Packaging, R. A. Coutts, T, W, Platt; Canvassing, Rev, Nimmo, Sam Burton, Rev. W. A. less, nearly as many Canadians died Beecroft. from this diesease during the war as Our Objective: Cash $1500.; Goods were killed by enemy action. More persons die from tuberculosis in Ont- ario than from all other infectious dis- eases combined, ,, • Many of these were needless deaths, Dr, i McKibbon stated. Tuberculosis is a disease than can be controlled, he said. But it is highly communicable, and too often it is not discovered until it has reached advance stages. Only the X-ray plate can discover the dis- l ease at this early 'stage, Further plans regarding the Wing- lham survey will be announced as they are completed. In the meantime, pub- lic health officials are most anxious that everyone give the project thjeir whole-hearted co-operation. With this co-operation they are convinced that Wingham will the well in the forefront of Ontario communities in the preven- tion of tuberculosis. "Cards of Character" are always on display at McKibbons. 1st. The result of the play was as fol- lows North and South-1st„ J. H. Craw- ford and G. MacKay; 2nd., Mrs. Geo. Ross and Miss Margaret MacLean; 3rd,, Mrs, G. MacKay and R. S. Heth- erington. East and West-1st, Mrs. Hetherington and Mrs. J. H. ford; tied 2nd and 3rd, Miss lum and D. Nasniith; Mrs. A, Val and W. H, French. WITH FEDERATION R. S. Craw- McCal- R. Du- Reeve J. D. Beecroft of East Wawanosh, Named Representative NOTICE The Fish and Game Club of Wing- ham and district have appointed Ron- ald Rae as official representative on weights and measurements of Fish caught by members of the Club enter- ing contest. All entries to be made at' D. Rae & Son Hardware for the competition open to members for. Fish caught within 10 mile radius, of Wing- ham. Mr. Tenant Henderson is first on the list with a speckled trout weighing 11 oz. and length 113 incites. Women's Institute Meeting The May meeting of the local Wo- men's Institute branch will be held oil Thursday, May 15th. The details of this meeting will be given in next week's issue. Marathon Bridge Season Closes The members of the Wingham IGen. oral Hospital Marathon Bridge who have not yet played their games are asked to try to have them completed hy the middle of May. The playoff will be announced later. IPI0.11.+111.01.• •••••*8.111.11.1.10111 Mother's Day is next Sunday. Choose your cards early at McKibbons. At a meeting of the agricultural committee of Huron County Council, held in Clinton last week, it was decid- ed to affiliate with the Federation of Agriculture, and the chairatnn of the committee, Reeve J. D. Beecroft, of East Wawanosh, was named county representative. At the request of Kenneth F. Mur- phy, district weed inspector, it was de- cided to hold a meeting at 9.00 June 9th., in the court house at Gode- rich, to which all reeves of municipalit- ies, road superintendents, township weed inspectors, the county engineer, and representatives from urban muni- cipalities, will be invited, The date of this meeting immediately precedes that set for the opening of County Council's June session, June 10. A grant of $100 was made to the junior livestock competition which will be held in conjunction with junior agricultural field day at Exeter in June. Leroy Brown, agricultural represen- tative, stated that there are now 10 junior clubs in the county, composed of calf, swine, .and grain clubs. The short course held in January had been declared the best in the province, Mr. Brown said. Mr. Murphy announced that all seed- -cleaning plants Must .be licensed by May 15. In future years the licenses must be purchased before April 1st. It's McKibbons for everyday greet- ing cards. Mother's Day cards are now on display. Receives Clinton Contract Mr. Norman Rintoul has received the contract for installing all kitchen cabinets and shelving in the new Pub- lic Hospital at Clinton. Temperance Speaker Sunday Mr. Whattam of Toronto, spoke in the interests of the Ontario Temper- ance Federation at St. Andrew's Pres- byterian Church on Sunday morning II.0.0,F. District Meeting May 14 The annual J.0,0.F. District Meet. ing will be held in the Wingham lodge hall on May 14th at 8 p.m, D.D.G.M. David Benedict, Wingham, will have charge of the meeting,. Honoured Before Leaving Town Several delightful gatherings have been held this last week in honour of Mrs, Lorne Kress who, with her fam- ily, will leave Wingham next week for London, where Mr. Kress is employed with The Canadian Bank of Commerce. Mrs, Kress was the recipient of many lovely gifts which included two 'cran- berry glass vases, a silk umbrella, lovely cups and saucers and a table lamp. Attended Young People's Conference Lieut. E. Gagnon of the Winglirfin Corps of the Salvation Army was at Hamilton for the past week-end, at- tending Young People's Councils for the Hamilton Division of the S. A. He was present at a demonstration of young people's work on Saturday 'evening, in- eluding dramatic and musical features by toy Scotts, Girl Guides, Y. P. Bands and Corps Ckdets of The Sal- vation Army from this part of Ontario. In Wingham Hospital Miss Lois Baker, young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Baker, Lower Wingham, is a patient in the Wingham General Hospital, where she has un- dergone an operation for appendicitis. Her friends wish her a speedy eecov- ay. SEC. OF TEMP. FED. AT UNITED CHURCH In Wittgitam United Church on Sun- day morning, Me, Noah Pitcher, See- retary of the Ontario Temperance Federation conducted the service, This organization is connected with the Pro- testant Churches of Ontario, and spon- sors the work of social edneation. Mr. Pitcher' spoke from the subject "The future of the young people is one bus- iness to-day". The choir under the leadership of Mr. Sam 'Barton with Mrs. Wm, Carrie at the organ, sang two anthems, "Now Let Heaven and Earth Adore Thee" by Bach; "God So Loved the World" Stainer, ' At the evening Service the moving picture, "Heart of India" was shown. These pictures are given once a Month and are proving both interesting anti instructive. Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Jones of Clin- ton, Mr, and Mrs. Win, McCutcheon, Mrs, Leland Protter, Mrs, Harry Workman, all of Brussels, and Mr. arid Mrs. Alvin Campbell visited with their sister, Mi.S. Geo. Coulter of Wingham and attended the funeral of their aunt, Mrs. Campbell. Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Lloyd announce the engagement of their daughter, Margaret Louise, to Mr. Norman Joseph Welwood, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Welwood, Whitechurch. The marriage to take place May 28th. Taking Post Graduate Work Dr, Ross Howson, of Lucknow, left last week for MI6year's post graduate work hi. St. Joseph's Hospital, Use- don, Mrs. Howson is remaining in Lucknow. On completion of his year at London, tn. Howson expects to re. sumo his praetite with Dr, W. V. Johnston at ,LticknOw. evening. After the usual business period plans were made for a Bingo to be held in the Armouries, Wednesday evening, May 7th. It was decided to hold the annual "Tulip Tea" the first Wednes- day in June and it is hoped that the Legion House will be ready by that date. After discussion regarding the pur- chase of china it was decided to leave it to the discretion of the purchasing committee. The members were unanimous in their thanks 'to the "Western Foundry Co." for the generous gift of one of their finest Clipper Ranges for the Legion Home. Kitchen. A motion was unanimously adopted expressing appreciation to Mr. F. W. Spry, Manager of the Foundry for this beautiful and useful donation. Plans Under Way For Fall Sale RUMMAGE SALE ••••••••••••••••6“ VOTE AFFILIATION