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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1947-06-05, Page 1JOGAI, T.D. SURVEY EXCEEDS QUOTA At the close of the final day of the free chest Xray survey sponsored here by the Lions Club in co-operation with the Ontario Tuberculosis Association, and the Ontario Department of Health, 3248 residents of Wingham and sur- rounding community received examina- tions. The attendance during the week was: Monday. 515, Tuesday 526, Wed- nesday 462, Thursday 1101, Friday 644, totalling 3248. Thursday had the largest attendance of any clinic served by this mobile unit. The quota for Wingham and vicinity set by the De- partment of Health, Toronto, 3000 was exceeded by 248. The oldest lady at- tending was Mrs. Win. Dawson, 90, of Wissgham, and the oldest man, Mr. Wm. Work 88, of Brussels. Highly pleased with the results, survey officials expressed their appre- ciation of the fine response given the project by local citizens, many of whom willingly served as canvassers and survey attendants. Special tribute was paid by J. H. Crawford, survey committee chairman to the Lions Club, the Women's Institutes of Belgrave, Bluevale and Whitechurch and other organizations in the district who great- ly assisted in making the survey a suc- cess. It was financed in part by the sale, locally of Christmas Seals. Worthy of commendation for their work throughout the entire survey are Mr. Fred W. Spry who was in charge of the, canvass and to Mrs. W. J. Greer who with her staff of assistants were in attendance throughout the entire week of the survey. Further surveys will be held at other centres in this district, as additional Xraying equip- ment becomes available. LEGION SPRING TEA The Ladies Auxiliary to the Legion will hold a Spring Tea in the new Legion Home, John St., from 3.30 to 5.30, Wednesday afternoon (today), June 4th. There will also be a table of Home. Baking and sale of miscel- laneous articles. Public cordially in- vited. Youth Club Dance The newly organized Youth Club will hold a Dance in Wingham Arm- ouries, on Friday, June 6th. Music by CKNX Airliners. Admission 50 cents, Scholarships Won At 0A.C. By District Students 'Scholarships, medals, and prizes awarded by the Ontario Agricultural College at Guelph, in first, second, and third years were announced, and in- cluded the names of many district students. Scholarships limited to first and second year students from Huron County went to J. A. Morgan, R. R. 1, Hensall and Ross S. Procter, R. R. 5, Brussels. D. R. Speir, R. R, 3, Brus- sels received a bursary. BINGO! BINGO! LEGION Bingo Saturday nights at the Town Hall— Good Prizes. Meet your friends Saturday nights at the Legion Bingo, BRIDGE CLUB Wingham Bridge Club wound up the 1946-47 season of play on Thursday evening, May 29th, with a'9% table game. In so far as possible the club members were paired with the partners with whom they played in the tourna- ment in Goderich on Monday, Results of the evening's play were as follows: North and South 1. D. Kennedy, C. McAvoy. 2. Mrs, 13. Porter, Miss C. Isbister. J. H, Crawford, Mrs, J. H. Craw- ford. 4-5 tied 0, Haselgrove, D, C. Na. smith; Mrs, H. Campbell, Mrs. W. H. French, East and West 1. , WW, Armstrong, W. H. French 2, Mrs, Waram, R, Hobden, 3. Mrs. H, C, MacLean, Miss Y. McPherson. 4, Mts. Geo. Ross, Miss M. Mae- Lean, Following the game the players ga- thered for the closing banquet when presentation of the Cup Trophies were made to the two tournament winners, Mrs, G. Godkin and 0. Haselgreve. Second prizes were presented to Mrs. H. C, MacLean and W. H. French, while Mrs. J, A, Wilson and D Ken- nedy received third prizes, The Bridge Club will be inactive during the summer months, probably re-opening some time in October. A resolution WAS passed urging lumbers to introduce additional players to the Club so that new blood may contribute to an even more enthusiastic season next year, Authorizes' Borrowing Up to $25,000 For Permanent Improvements to High School The Wingham. Town Council met in regular session on Monday evening, with all members present except May- or Kennedy and Coon. Reavie, Reeve Johnson in the chair. Sam Burton, Recreation Director, was present and gave a detailed report of the month's activities of the Recrea- tion Council. Communications were received from Department of Highways, making payment for land used in construction of the curve on the Bluevale Road. The ratepayers of Wingham Town Plot, forwarded from the Township of Turnberry, regarding flood conditions this spring. After discussion it was ordered returned to Turnberry Coun- cil. Public Library Art Gallery, London, regarding the possibility of displaying an exhibition of painting in Wingham of George A. Reid, a former Wingham resident, and who has gained fame with his art. This was referred to the Library Board. J. H. Kincaid, Consultative Commit- tee for High School Area. The Coun- cil were in favor of adhering to their former motion in forming a new High School Area. A number of accounts properly cer- tified were presented and ordered paid. Conn. Rae, Chairman of the Street Committee, presented two tenders for laying cement sidewalks. The tender of Harry Adams was accepted. The matter of drainage at the north end of the town adjoining the B line was discussed, but no action was talc- en, Garbage Collection and the building of an Incinerator was brought up for consideration. A tall chimney is need- ed such as the one at the power plant. The Utilities Commission are to be in- terviewed in regards the possiblity of using it. Hawkers and Peddlers licenses were much in discussion and the town solic- itor was instructed to prepare a by-law governing the licensing of Hawkers and Peddlers, also coal dealers. Conn. McKi'bbon, for the Property Committee brought up the matter of aluminum spray painting the Arena. The council decided to call for tenders, with the Property Committee having power to act, • The Cemetery Committee was in- structed to procure chains to be attach- ed to the gates, so that the entrance might be closed. Coen. Gurney for the Fire Commit- tee tabled prices on the purchase of a fog nozzle to protect the firemen. The committee was instructed to interview tleFsiaremeC•hief, and if satisfactory pro- cure By-law No. 1169, setting up a Re- creational Council was read and pass- ed. This is necessary in order to re- ceive Government grant. By-law No. 1170, authorizing the borrowing for permanent improve- ments of the Wingham High School, the sum not to exceed $25,000, was read a first and second time, and to be forwarded to the Municipal Board for approval In order to be prepared for the establishing of the School Area an addition is being added to the pre- sent building. Debentures will be is- sued later to cover this amount. The following permits for building were received and approved: R. A. Spotton, cement building at the rear of his Memorial Works. Wingham High School, for the er- ection of an H Hut, purchased from War Assets. Mrs, Annie McIlurpey, cottage on Minnie Street, Mrs. H. Spry, addition to house. W. W. Gurney, verandah. Andrew Bell, building at rear of Brunswick Hotel, D, Kennedy, cottage on Victoria St, D. Kennedy, work shop. A request for a grant from the local committer for British Flood Relief Campaign was received. The Council granted $50 to this worthy cause, Shoulder Broken In Fall Miss Mary Graham suffered an un- fortunate. accident on SaturdaY, when she fell and broke her shoulder, Chimney Fire Wednesday On Wednesday afternoon the fire- men were called to the home of Mr. Matt Elliott a „Victoria St. Fortunately is was only chimney fire. New Program Cards At Lyceum Theatre Patrons of Lyceum Theatre may procure their June, July, August Pro- gram at the box office or leave your name and address for the mailing list, by telephone or post card, The Goderich Bridge Club enter- tained the Wingham Bridge Club at an inter-club match on Monday evening, at McKay Hall in Goderich, twenty- eight players representing each club.. Following the play a very delicious lunch was served by the Goderich lad- ies. The Wingham Club won the match by the score of 1996% points to 1830. The leading scores were. North and South-1. A. R. DuVal. and Don Fnench, 177; 2. Mr. and Mrs, C. F. Chapirtati,-; (Goderich)„ 168; 3. Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and Mrs. J. A. Wilson, 1521/2 ; 4. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Crawford, 147%; 5. Mrs, H. Camp- bell and Mrs, W. H, French, 147; 6. Mrs. D, Mooney and F. Donnelly (Goderich) 144; 7. Dr. and Mrs. Gra- ham (GoderiCh), 141; 8. J. Mason and Geo. Williams, 131%; 9, 0, Hasel- grove and D. C. Nasmith, 1361/2. East and West-1. W. W. Arm- strong and W. H. French, 181; 2. R. S. Hetherington and j. A, Wilson 165%; 3. Mr. and Mrs. Dean, (Gode- rich), 160%; 4. Mr, and Mrs. Curry, (Goderich), 148%; 5. Mrs. A. R. Du Val and !Mrs. F. A, Parker, 147%; 6. Mr. and Mrs, R. Patterson, (Gode- rich), 145%; 7. Mrs. G. C. Gammage and Mrs. G. Godkin, 136; 8. Miss M. Johnston and Miss M. McCallum, 134; 9, Miss M. MacLean and Mrs. Geo. Ross, 132, Dance at Belgrave In Forrester's Hall, 'Wednesday, June 4th. Farrier's Orchestra, Ad- mission 50 cents. Lunch Counter. CHEROKEE RODEO EXCELLENT SHOW The Cherokee Rodeo presented in the Wingham Arena on Friday and. Saturday of last week under the aus- pices of the Lions Club was an excep- tionally fine show. The varied pro- gram of trick riding, roping, c.te, re- ceived generous applause. Returned Home From Hospital Mrs. Walter Pocock seho .has been a patient in Wingham. General Hospi- tal, for the past two weeks suffering from a heart attack was able to re- turn to her home last week-end, Accepts Call To Auburn Rev. A. G. Hewitt, pastor of Blue- vale and Ebenezer United Churches, has accepted a call to the Auburn charges. His duties to commence at the beginning of the Conference year. Seeding Looks Hopeless. Seeding operations have been at a standstill in this district for some time with rain falling. during 23 days of May. Nearly all farmers have a por- tion of their seeding clone, but the per- centage of crop is little over half, Pos- sibly with fine weather a bit more may be put in, but the outlook is exceed- ingly grim. DANCING AT ROYAL T Every Saturday evening from 9 to 12. Ken Wilbee's Orchestra. ,Moderate admission. EAST WAWANOSH SCHOOL AREA New members of the teaching staff. of East Wawanosh School Board are: Miss Edna Moffatt, at U.S.S. 6, (West- field); Miss Grace Golley, at U, S. S. 3, (Highway); Miss Ada M, Dow, at S. S. No. 13, A cheque for $6200.00 being part of Ontario Provincial Legislative grant has been received. Drilled well at U.S.S. No. 7, (Chain- ney's School) has been testing class 1) water, recently` it was power pumped for 24 hours and sample of water was tested by Dept, of Health which grad- ed "A” on May 17th. Water at No. a and No, 11 still does not come up to standard of safety for human nat. Eave troughs at U. 3, U 16, S 18 and U 11 were ordered repaired. CHIEF OPERATOR A RESIfiNS T B ELL Mrs. Win, S. Reed, (nee Leila Legs gait) who has been employed for the past few years at the Bell Telephone Co., at Wingham, has resigned her position as Chief Operator of the staff. Miss Norma :Ritchie of Imeknow, who has been employed with the Co. in Winghatn, has accepted the position. Previous to her leaving, Mrs. Heed was was presented with it table and lamp from the Bell Telephone Staff, and on her leaving-, the -girls front the office presented her with a crystal water set, 11.,11M7711,1.7177... With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News .111.11111.1101.11••••••W Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JUNE 5th, 1947 Subscriptions $2.00 per Year INN HELD FIRST MEETING IN NEW HOME The regular monthly meeting of the Canadian Legion, Branch 180, was held in the new Legion Home, John St., on Tuesday, May 27th. Mr. W. Van- Wyck, president, conducted the busi- mess of the meeting, Mr. Robert Chettleburgh, became a member of the branch and received his initiation. Mr. Stewart Scott, chair-- Juan of the Sports Committee, gave a report on the sports progress and it is thought that the Legion will be well represented in the softball games this season. Mr. DeWitt Miller, one of the dele- gates who attended the Zone meetings at Goderich and,Kitchener, gave a very interesting account of these two meet- ings. Mr. Harry Towne was appoint- ,-ed Chairman of the House Committee, to succeed Mr. W. VanWyck, who re- linquished this office. Mr. Stewart Scott was voted to be a member of the Board of Trustees for the years 1947- -48-49. The meeting closed with the singing of the National Anthem.. Dance at Currie's School On Friday evening, June 6th. Tif- :fin's Orchestra. Admission 35 cents. Lunch will be served, • . • 110ME GAMES THIS WEEK AND NEXT Friday, June 6th the Senior "A" Softball team will have as their op- vonents the Centralia Flyers. The Junior Hardball nine will get .started here next Monday, June 9th, -when Formosa visits Wingham. Coine out and encourage good, clean .sport in Wingham. Contributions Still Coming Contributions to the British Flood Relief Campaign are still being receiv- •ed, but as yet the objective has not yet 'been reached. So farm about $950,00 "has been contributed in Wingham, Delegate to Presbyterian Assembly Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Lloyd left on Friday, for Calgary, Alta., where Mr. Lloyd is a delegate to. the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church. of Canada. 'Graduates From Toronto. University Mr. Ronald Cowley, of Pembroke, and formerly of Wingham, nephew of Mr. and Mrs. T. Fells, was successful in his course at Toronto University, and has been recommended for Bach- eelor of Pedagogy Degree. .Engagement Announcement Mrs. Gertrude Allen of Wingham, -wishes to announce the engagement of her daughter, Evelyn Rebecca, to Mr. James Kenneth Casemore, son of Mr, and Mrs. Andrew Casemore, R, R, 4, Wingham, The marriage will take Place in June. Dance At Whitechurch In the Community Memorial Hall, -on Friday, June 6th, to the music of Garnet Farrier's Orchestra. Admis- sion 50c. Lunch counter. Soap, Cotton and Rayon Increased As a result of import subsidy re- ductions, Canadians shortly will pay -snore for soap, cotton, and rayon pro- ducts including fine' shirts, and gloves. Toilet soap will jump one cent, a bar, laundry soap two cents a bar. The small size package of soap flakes will advance two cents, the medium size live cents and the giant size packages, ten cents. Dress shirts probably will go up 25 cents. Prices of work clothing, how- ever, will not be effected, Gloves made from sheep, goat and kid leathers will advance five per cent at all trade levels, The import subsidy changes became effective on Monday. NOTICE TO MOTORISTS "Street, regarding speed of motorists tween Josephine Street and Carling been received from residents osf John driving on that part of John Street be- Recently several complaints have Terrace. Motorists please note that the speed limit over ALL STREET INTER- SECTIONS in the Town of Wingham Is 15 MILES PER HOUR, ANY PERSON convicted of careless driv- ing is liable to have his (or her) driv. -crs license SUSPENDED, in addition to a fine, Please drive carefully at all tinter, liartioulady on all streets near school areas, or where small children may he playing, T. W PLATT, Chief of Police. The 33rd Annual Meeting of Mait- land Presbyterial Society of the Wo- men's Missionary Society of the Pres- byterian Church in Canada was held in Knox Church, Ethel, on Tuesday, May 27th, with 132 delegates present. There were two sessions, morning and afternoon, at which Mrs, Guthrie Reid, Presbyterial President, presided, At the morning session the theme was "Christian Service", The Scrip- ture reading taken from Mark, 6th chapter, and Acts, 3rd. chapter, and meditation on these passages, given by Mrs. C. Steele, Teeswater, were based on the need for greater service in the life of the Christian, taking as an example the life of service given by our Master. Mrs. J. Linklater of Teeswater, led in prayer. Mrs. McInnes, of Ethel Auxiliary, welcomed the delegates to Knox Church for their annual meeting. Mrs, N. H. Cardiff of Brussels led in the dedicatory prayer. Miss Louise Reith, who represented the Council Executive of the W, M. Ss, on which Board she holds the office Of Literary Secretary, was introduced to the meeting by Mrs. R. McWhinney. She stressed the need of more thought- ful service in the player and praise of the Christian, Miss Reith also gave to the meeting a wealth of information with regard to the literature • of her Department. Mrs. Raid, when introducing Mrs. A. Hamilton, Atwood, paid tribute to the splendid part she had played in helping to organize the new Synodical Society of Hamilton and London, having acted as President on the ,Board appointed for that purpose. Mrs. Hamilton gave a very thorough explanation of the Synodical Societies, which will carry on the work formerly carried on by the Provincial Board.. The Provincial has been divided into three parts, the Synodical Societies of Hamilton and London, Toronto and Kingston and (Montreal and Ottawa. Each Society has its own separate Board. There will be three Annual Meetings instead of one, thus enabling many more mem- bers of the W.M.S. to attend these meetings. Mrs. J. Bennett, Dungannon, closed the meeting with prayer, Afternoon Session "Vision and Service" was the theme chosen for the afternoon session. Mrs. W. F. MacKenzie, South Kin- loss Auxiliary, had charge of the de- votional period, and after reacting Psalm 95, she spoke briefly on Praise and Worship. Miss Dean McLeod, Luck.now, led in prayer. Mrs. Harvey Robertson and Miss Irene McKinney, Bluevale, sang a duet, "For You l Am Praying," • The highlight of the afternoon ses- sion was an acidness by 'Miss Marion Williamson, Missionary on furlough from the 13hil field, India, who was in- troduced to the gathering by Mrs. W. J. Henderson, Wingham. She brought to the Meeting a vivid -word-picture of the life of the natives of India and the Bhil district in particular, and of the great work being done by our Chris- tian- leaders there. The Bhils are a tribe of India without caste and, as such, are in a class by themselves. They are mostly farmers, having their wealth, if any, in cattle and their wives' jewellery, They do not allow child marriages and their daughters are permitted to choose their own hus- bands, They live in bamboo huts, Owing' to disease and plague the aver- age life span is twenty-seven. A great work is being done on this field in the healing of the body, the education of the young and the preaching of the gospel by our representative. there. The report of the Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. C, MacDonald, of Lucknow, was most encouraging, showing a healthy condition in the life of the Presbyterial. Mrs, John Bell, Treasurer, reported a banner year in the financial department. $500,00 over and above the allocation, was forward- ed to the ProVincial Treasurer, and every auxiliary exceeded its allocation, The President ih her closing re- marks spoke on the need for greater service in the home life, and the train- ing of the young foe the work of the Plural; The report of the Courtesies Corn- enittee was presented by Mrs, Ray- mond Elliott, Bluevale. Mrs, W. McInnes, Convener of the Nominating Committee, placed before the meeting the list of offictrS, which had been nominated to forth the Pres- byterial Executive for the mining year. Mrs. A, Hamilton, Atwood, pre- sided at the installation of officers, when the following Board was elected.: Honorary President, Miss Mather, Kintardine; President, Mrs, Guthrie Reid, Tecswater; 1st, Vice-President, Mrs., A. McAuley, 'Ripley; 2ttd. Vice- President, Mrs. J, Campbells Moles- Two-year-old Dorothy Hunt, daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Hunt, was drowned when she fell head-first into a posthole on the West Wawanosh Township farm owned by J. W. Joynt, Lucknow, Saturday, Her parents op- erate the farm. When the little girl was missed, the members of the family, now under quarantine for scarlet fever, organized a search party and found her head- down in the post hole. There was not much water in the hole, but suf- ficient to cover her head. The little girl is survived by three brothers and six sisters, besides her parents. LEMON AUXILIARY PLAN SPRING TEA All Future Meetings To Be Held In Legion Home The Ladies Auxiliary to the Canad- ian Legion held their regular meeting in the Armouries on Tuesday evening, when arrangements were made to hold thp Spring Tea on Wednesday after- noon, June 4th., from 3.30 until 5.30 o'clock, in the new Legion Home. Members were urged to contribute something to the bake table or the sale of miscellaneous articles and to come and bring their friends and neighbors. It was decided to invite ,Miss Hoyle, Zone Representative, to attend the June meeting, All regular meetings will be held in the Legion Home in the future and will be on the Monday evening previous to the Branch regular meeting, that is the last Monday in the month. One new member was initiated and after further business discussion the meeting adjourned. FLOWER SUNDAY AND ANNIVERSARY The Wingham United Church Sun- day, School will hold their annual FlosVer ,Sunday and Anniversary on Sunday next, June 8th, The theme of the service will be "The Light of the World", and the address will be given by Rev. Harold Snell of Auburn. A special offering will be received and donated to the British Flood Relief Campaign. Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Will Webster, R. R, 2, Lucknow, wish to announce the marriage of their younger daughter, Lois Lavina, to Mr. Stewart Orval Chamney, R. R, 2, Auburn. The mar- riage to take place in June. CEILIDH Meets The CEILIDH met at the Wing- ham General Hospital on Tuesday ev- ening, May 27th, After the sewing period, refreshments were served by the hostesses for the evening, Mrs. W, Stanley Hall, Miss Katharine Mac- Gregor and Miss Alice Heard, Bride Of June Honoured Miss Lois Bateson, bride-to-be, was the guest of honour recently in Lon- don, when Miss Irlma Shackleton and, Miss Lucille ShaM entertained at a shower in their apartment on Princess Ave., and Miss Patricia Jeffrey was hostess at her home on 'Grand Avenue, at a presentation party, Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs, S. W. Batcson an- nounce the engagement of their young- er daughter, Lois Bernice, to Jeffery Marshall, son of Mr, and Mrs. Edwin Hawkins, Duchess Avenue, London, the marriage to take place in St. And- rews Presbyterian Church, Wingham, on Saturday, June. 21st., at 4.30 p.m. worth; 3rd. Vice-President, Mrs. W. A, Russell, Lucknow; 4th Vice-Presi- dent, Mrs. W, S. Sutherland, White- church; 5th Vice-President, Mrs, A. Nitmno, Wingham; Treasurer, -Mrs. John Bell, Kincardine; Recording Sec- retary, Mrs.. R. Mowbray, White- church; Corresponding-Secretary, Mrs. C H. MacDonald, Lueknow; Pittance Secretary, Mrs, WM, Black, Kincar- dine; Children's Dept. Secretary, Mrs. A, B. Lounsbury, Ethel; Y, W. A. and Girls' Secretary, Mrs, D. 13. Cram, Tecswater; Home Helpers' Secretary, Mrs. Harold Spiers, Brussels; Student Secretary, Mrs. D. Rae,Winghatn; Glad Tidings Sceretary, Mrs: H. E. McGee, Wingham ;Supply Secretary, Mrs. Wni. Douglas, -Lueknow;- Wel- conic and Welfare Secretary, Mrs, W. F, MacDonald, South Kinloss; Library and Literature, Mrs, George 'Day, Wingham; Press Secretary, Miss, Olive Scott, 131tievale; Assistant Press See- retary, Mrs. Jorgensen, Blitevale; Historian, Mrs, R, McWhinney, Dun- gannon. At a meeting of the settlement com- mittee of the London Conference of the United Church, in session in St. James United Church, Chatham, the following tentative changes subject to ratification later has been announced for the Huron Presbytery: Auburn, Rev, A. G. Hewitt; Blyth, Rev. W. J. Rogers; Crediton, Rev. S. W. Hann; Exeter, James St., Rev, H. J. Snell; Goderich, North St., Rev. C. W. Cope; Grand Bend, Rev. K. M. Wood; Mc- Killop, Rev. J. R. Peters; Nile-Ben- Miller, Rev, S. E. Hayward; Wrox- eter, Rev. U. E. Cron heilm; Belgrave, Rev. S. T, Dunk; Dungannon, Rev. W. ,j, Moores ;Exeter, Main St., Rev. J. W. Howes; Bluevale, Rev. J. A. Burden. FEDERATION FIELD DAY AT EXETER Will Be Held June 18th, with H. H. Hannan as Guest Speaker The Huron County Federation of Agriculture field day will be held in Exeter Community Park on June 18, it was announced by Federation offic- ials, H. A. Hannan, president'of the Can- adian Federation of Agriculture, now in The Hague as one of Canada's dele- gates of Agriculture Producers will be guest speaker at the field day. Chirmen of the committee for the field day are: Sussell T. Bolton, R. R. 1, Dublin, chairman; Bert Lobb, Clin- ton, vice-chairman; James Simpson, Kirkton; Harry L. Sturdy, Auburn; George Feagan, Goderich; Earl Shap- ton, Exeter; Robert McMillan, Sea- forth; Robert McKercher, Dublin; Le- Roy Brown, Clinton; Mrs. L. Taylor, Exeter; Bert Irwin, Seaforth; Charles Coultes, Belgrave; W. V. Roy, Lon- desboro. MUSICAL FESTIVAL AT BLYTH, JUNE 4th The Belgrave School Fair Musical Festival will be held in the Blyth Me- morial Hall on the afternoon and even- ing of Wednesday, June 4th. Every- one is invited, Admission, afternoon, adults 10e, children free; evening, ad- ults 25c, children free, Accepts Position With Bank Mr. Harold Pocock, son of Mr. and Mrs, Walter Pdcock, has accepted a position with the Dominion Bank and commenced work on Monday. Cat Adopts Pups This week three ,Collie pups owned by Mr. J. G. Simmons became orphan- ed. His cat with two kittens promptly adopted these babies and has taken complete charge of them since the death of their mother, Caught Speckled Beauty iMr. Robert Galbraith on May 24th, caught the largest trout so far reported to the Fish and Game Club. It meas- ured 131/2 inches and weighed 1 lb, 2 oz. If you can heat this notify Ron Rae, who is in charge of the contest. Shower For June Bride A miscellaneous shower was held on Monday evening at the home of ,Mrs. Peter Bennett when about thirty friends gathered to honour Miss Rhea. tha Sin.namon, bride-elect, Assisting the hostess were her mother, Mrs. Jas. Seli and Mrs. Alvin Sell. Engagement, Announced Mr, and Mrs. James A. Jones wish to announce the engagement of their third daughter, Pearl, to Me Wilmer W. Harcourt, son of Mrs, Harcourt, and the late Mr. Richard Harcourt, The -wedding to take place on Satins, day, June 7th. Held Miscellaneous Shower A pleasant evening was spent at the home of Misses Margaret and Frances Brophy on Thursday, when about fifty of her neighbors gathered. in honor of Miss Ruth Harris, bride of this month, and presented her with a miscellaneous shower of lovely and useful gifts, A dainty lunch was served by the hos- tesses assisted by Mrs. Gordon David- son, ,Mrs. Lloyd .Carter„ Miss Rheatha Sitmanion and Mrs. DeWitt The train was pulling out of the sta- tion when a young man threw his bag onto the observation platform, and swung himself up over the handrail. He stood panting as the train gathered speed. An elderly party said seorn- fully: "You young fellows don't keep yourselves in condition. When I was your ago I could carry a cup of coffee in one hand, run half a mile and catch the. :88:15 and still befresh as a daisy." "You don't understand pop," said the young man, "I missed this train at the 'last station," ANNUAL MEETING MILD DROWNED OF THE MAITLAND AT ST, HELENS PRESBYTERIAL W.M.S. HURON PRESBYTERY COUNCIL APPROVES FLOCAL BRINE CLUB CHANGES DRAFTED HIGH SCHOOL AREA WON FROM RIDERICH •