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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1947-10-09, Page 1HURON H. S. HELD ATHLETIC MEET Goderidh, Clinton ,Seaforth and Wingham Students Competed The Huron County secondary schools held their .annual inter-school track and field meet at the Clinton Community Park on Friday, October 3rd. The following schools competed, Goderich, Clinton, Seaforth and Wing- ham. Mr. N. W. Kinack was referee in chief, Frank Madill was the official starter. The chief judges were boys events senior, G, W. McGee, intermedi- ate, L. I-Tartwick, junior, F. A. Dob- son. Girls events senior, Miss A. B. Hall, intermediate, Miss M. McInnes, junior, Miss E. E. Lewis. The final standing of the schools was: first, Goderich; second, Clinton; third, Wingham; fourth, Seaforth, Individual Champion Senior Boys—Bill Craig, Goderich and Dave Medley, Goderich, tied. Intermediate Boys—Jack Price,•God- erich; runner-up, John Westbrook, Goderich. Junior Boys—Fred Riehi, Wingham; runner-up, Cameron Maltby, Clinton. Senior Girls—Donna Watson; Sea- forth; runner-up, Grace Lobb, Clinton. Intermediate Girls—Jeanne IGaron,- Clinton; runner-up, Jean Adair, Wing- ham. Junior Girls—Cynthia Young, God- erich, RETURNED TO OWEN SOUND, CRIME SPOT WOMEN'S INSTITUTE The October meeting of the local Isranch of the W.I. will be held in the 'Council Chamber on Thursday, Oct- 'ober 16th, at 2.30 p.m. The subject -will be "Social Welfare" and the pro- sramme committee is Mrs. Hattie and Mrs. 4V. J. Henderson. The following are the hostesses, Mrs. H. Aitchison, Mrs, J. H. Craw- iotd, Mrs. J. A, Wilson, Mrs. W. John Henderson, Mrs, Jos, Kerr, Mrs. j. Hanna BELGRAVE SCHOOL FAIR CONCERT The School Concert held in connec- lion with the Belgrave School Fair wilt 'be held iti the Forester's Hall, Bel- grave, on Thursday evening, October Oth., at 8 o'clock Admission 35 cents, all school children free, Hospital Group Meets Croup 13 met on Monday evening in the Ladies Auxiliary Room of the V./Ingham General Hospital, to make their monthly quota of hospital sup- plies, A cup of toffee was enjoyed after the work was completed, F B. Y. P. A. The F.B,Y.P.A. ntet for the rekular meeting on Monday evening with a good attendance. The meeting was in charge of Mr. Frank Collar. All joins in singing "There's a land that is falter than day," and Mr. Frank Col- lar opened with prayer. Business was in charge of the President, Mr. Glen Sehlefele, Hymn 'When Jews Coms" was sung after which an artiele Was tead, entitled Miss Daniel's Horne in Aldershot, England. A mixed quartette, Mr. Cotipland, Mr. and Mrs. Schiefele and Miss Laura Collar sang, "Whet the Roll is called VP Yonder" was en- ioyed, Mrs, Bruce MacLean read an article citified 9-low Can I Place Christ First in My Life," Miss Laura CollA brought the mes- sage of the evening speaking on David, teading Psalm 51. This was much eit- 5tayed and 'was a rich blessing and all joined in singing "AnyWhere with Jesus" and Mayer by Mt. Valetriter, Fred Bussey, who has allegedly con- fesSed that he slew 11 year-old Betty Playford, in Owen Sound, Ont., is shown as he arrii2ed in Owen Sound and taken to Grey County jail, only several hundred yards front the spot where the girl was beaten to death with a hammer. On Tuesday Of this week he was committed to stand trial on a charge of murder, at the Grey County Assizes, opening on November 10th, in Owen Sound. APPOINTED CHIEF FILM QUALITY BEEF AT SOTTIIAMPTON TO DE PRESENTED Dr. C. C, Evily, V.5., Burned Fighting Fire Sweeping through the wooden strut-' Lure unchecked, fire completely des- troyed a frame block at Isuclutow on Sunday night, put one man in the hos- pital and forced two children into the street in night attire. In the Wingham General Hospital is Dr, C, C. tray, V.5., suffering super- ficial burns sustained when attempting to extinguish the flames. In bed when the fire broke out, Bob and Karen Reid, children of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Reid, owner of the build- ing, were roused by their parents, and escaped before flames roared through their apartment in the east-end of the building. Contents of the apartment were destroyed. The blaze was believed to have started in the west end of the build- ing, where Dr. Evily's office and 'liv- ing quarters were located. Cense of the fire had not beet. determined. The alarm was turned in 'shortly 'be- fore p.m. and firemen'battled the flames for some lime before Meg- leg the Fite under control. Near-by buildings veOre not seriously threaten- ed, No 'estimate r)f damage- Was given but partial insurance was carried. Gordon Deyell Received Appointment This Week On Monday of this week Mr. Gor- don Deyell received word from the Town of Southampton that he had been appointed Chief of Police of that town, with duties to commence at once,' Gordon is well qualified for the position, having served as Night Police here for four years before joining the Huron County Police force four years ago. We -compliment Southampton on its choice. Mr. and Mrs, Deyell and family will move to Southampton next Monday, having been fortunate in securing a house. • Dance At Bluevale In the Community Hall, on Thurs- day evening, October 9th. Music by Ken Wilbee's Orchestra. Dancing 10 to 1. Proceeds for Building Futid. Everybody welcome. Lunch Couttter, BLAZE DESTROYS IlICKNOW BLOCK Fire Loss $397 in 1946 Wingham suffered a total property loss of $397 in 1.946 according to latest figures issued by the Dentition Fire Commissioner it Ottawa. A further breakdown of figures puts the per cap- ita fire loss for 1946 at 0.19. Total fire loss for 1945 was $12,563. Property loss for the 'whole Dominion amounted to nearly $50,000,000, with 166 men, 78 Women and 164 children dead as a re- sult of fires in 1946. Legion Held Regular Meeting The regular monthly meeting of the Canadian Legion, 13ranch 180, was held in the Legion House on Tuesday even- ing, September 80th, with a very good attendance. Mr. W. VaitWyck, Presi- dent, tonducted the business of the meeting and also gave a very interest- ing account of the Ontario Command Conference held in Windsor which he Attended as a representative of the local branch. After the usual business WAS completed ' the meeting dosed with the singing of the National An- them. Dance At 'Royal Saturday Night To the music of Wilbee's Orchestra. Moderate 'admission, Dancing, 9 to 12. Eric Scott at Royal T Dante to Eric Scott and his band the Royal T, Thursday evening; Oc ober 9th. Dancing 9.30 to 1. . , With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie News and Wroxeter Vidette VINIOMPNI!MMP •• NM« Single Copies—Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, 'THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9th, 1947 Subscription, $2,00 a Year in Advance •••1111111•111111110M6 •Opened officially by Deputy Minister of Agriculture, C. U, Graham Officially opened by C. D. Graham, ,deputy minister of agriculture for On- tario and with Hon, Russell T. Kelly, .minister of health and Hon. W. A. Goodfellow, minister of welfare as vis- itors the annual fall fair of the Tees- water Agricultural Society last Wed- .mesday was one or the most successful in its history. In opening the two-day fair, Mr. ,'Graham complimented the officers of 'the society for the fine program of -events they had lined up and for the „precision with which they were being run off, He spoke of the great part played by fall fairs in the building of the province's future and of the wealth ,of experience to be gained by those ,who visited them. Valuable to Youth There is no better way: for the youth of Ontario to assure themselves of a secure future in farming than to visit and exhibit at fairs, where they learn for themselves the great advantages science is placing at their disposal in- creasingly each year, Mr. Graham -de- clared. Later in the afternoon, Mr. Kelley, who is honorary president of the Tees- water society, greeted the more than 11,000 present. He told the throng that he was glad 'be could again make his annual pil- grimage to the town where he was -born and grew up as a boy. Many Entries Entry lists for all events were well filled, while the afternoon program, of judging and entertainment in front of -the grandstand conclusively proved why Tecswater officials can rightly 'bill theirs as "Canada's largest rural lair:" Headlining the bill was harness racing of a good variety, musical chairs .on horseback, for both children and their elders, also the chicken fly con- test (they let 'ern' go—you catch 'cm), decorated bicycle and comic vehicle contests. In a more serious and educational -vein, the field day and region- al show was held. There was also the competition of the Teeswater Boy's and (Girl's Baby Beef Club, and the Special Yorkshire (swine) Show. Re- sults of these events are now in the bands of officials of the Ontario De- Tartment of Agriculture who arc corn- -piling results, some of which require -the standings of written examinations, :and will be announced later. ASSESSOR REPORTS TOWN POPULATION HAS INCREASED When a woman chooses a hat she does it not on a basis of quantity or be- cause the saleswoman swears it is the best procurable, but 'because it has quality and style. But styles in cloth- ing may deteriorate whereas style and quality' in foods remain fixed by gov- ernment statute. QUALITY BEEF, a film about style and quality in meat re- leased by the National Film Board on rural film circuits, discusses fashions in eating. What is in a good piece of beef is shown in the introductory part of the film The points to look for are far more practical than the factors which make a good hat. Pure white cartilage, porous red bone, and a little fat divid- ing the lean meat arc some of the poin- ters to a satisfying meal. If Paris is famous for fashions, then Canada can claim fame fist her beef cattle. Fashion designers -could not ex- hibit more professional rivalry for a superior product than the Canadian cattle breeders; nor could a Parisian fashion show draw more avid interest titan the Calgary Bull Sale seen in the film. In pasture or siiowring Canadian Shorthorns, Herefords mid Aberdeen Angus exhibit the same high standards of breeding, Details of feeding, ships pitig amid hantilieg are described in the film and filially the red and blue stamps of the government inspectors are identified and explaited. Shown Ott the same program with QUALITY BEEP. will be 'BEAV- ERS: 'CHILDREN Of SWITZER- LAND: THE POSTMAN: SEARCH UNENDING: SMALL FRY; CAN- ADA, WORLD TRADER. These may Abe sect on: Oct, 1.4Turnberry Twp. Lanes School, 2.80 and 8.80 pan. Oct. 15—Howick Township, Wrox- der, 2.80 p.m.; Gerrie, 8.30 pate Oct. 16—Howick Township, Ford- wich, g'.30 and 8.30 pit, Oct. 17—Lower Town, Wingham, No, 11, School, 220 pan.; Bluevale at 8.30 p.m. Cotten Accepts Tender of Percy Clark for Stoker The Wingham Town Council held its regular meeting on Monday even- ing with all members present except Coun. Rintoul, who is ill. The following communications were received and read. Bell Telephone Co, replying to the letter regarding service. Dept. of Public Works stating that the tower and clock on the Post Office was being repaired, W, D. Beeth ,& Son, regarding the mounting of the snow plow and nec- essary alterations to truck. J. W. Bushfield, town solicitor, in- forming the council that two lots on Carling Terrace were not owned by the town. R, A. Blyth Construction Co. re- questing return of marked cheque. This was referred to the town solicitor, A C, Adams making application for coal and coke lipense. This was grant- ed to run until Dec. 1948. The assessor, W, H. Haney, was present and addressed the Council. The assessment was raised this year from $1,082,700 to $1,413,000 he stat- ed, and the population was now 2307, an increase of 75 over last year. Owing to the general increase in assessment he thought it advisable to have a not- ice slip explaining the reason, the same to be enclosed with assessment notice. To this the council agreed. Mayor Kennedy reported that a bull- dozer would be in town shortly to ex- cavate cellars for several new homes on Catherine Street. He said a repre- sentative of National Housing had been in town recently and had explain- ed how constructions could be carried on. Several industries are considering locating in town. The Finance Committee presented a number of accounts properly certified. These weresordered paid. Coun. Rae reported that recondition- ed graders could be purchased at reas- onable price and possibly this should be kept in mind for next year. Coun. McKibbon stated that the work at the Arena wa.S.,,..,PrVck3).1...Y completed. Coun, Gurney reported difficulty in securing glazed tile for underground use betWeen the new fire hall and the Town Hall, Comm, Rae reporting for the Band said they were holding a small draw- ing and were also holding a dance in the Armouries next Monday evening with Eric Ecott and his baud supply- ing the music. Three tenders for installing a stoker to the town hall boiler were received and read front Meehan Bros and Percy Clark, Wingham, and Jogelewski and Son, Walkerton. The tender of Percy Clark being the lowest was accepted, The following applications for build- ing permits were received and ordered granted when approved by the Chair- man of the Property Committee: Mel. Keating, residence. Win. Brownlie, storage building. Alex. Robertson, porch. John Falconer, !meta. J, A, Fox, stucco resurfacing. Owing to the increased cost of living several of the town salaries were ins created slightly, The price for lots owned by the Cor- poration on Carling Terrace, Catherine and Coroytt Streets, was set at $1,00 per foot frontage, and for Veterans, $1.00 per lot. The deed to be withheld until a hottee is excavated. SUNDAY SCHOOL HELD RALLY DAY • The Wingham United Church Sun- day School held their annual Rally Day on Sunday afternoon. A splendid musical program was presented by the Blyth 'Girls and Boys Band under the leadership of A. ,C. Robinson, Besides the Band leading in the sing- ing of the hymns special numbers were presented as follows: Coronet Solo, "Face to Face" by Irma,a"Natt; Bari- tone Solo, "The Old Rugged Cross" by Ron Philp; double sextette, "Since first I saw your face"; saxaphone solo, "I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say", Us Bert Lyddiatt; quartet, "Ivory Pain- t4s****Yellt MCIOSINVA, Cs' Robin- son, Marjorie and Irma Watt, and a band selection "The Beautiful Garden of Prayer," Another pleasing feature of the pros grain was the address by ,Mr, Dave Savage of Listowel, who at all timesi kept the children interested, Notice To Hydro And Water Consumers In order to have about the same number of bills to render and collect each month the town will be divided into two sections, Hydro and Water Consumers cast of Josephine Street and as far north as Charles Street will soon receive a bill for lights and water, this bill will be for one month only, front this date on the bills will be rendered hi monthly as usual, Wingliarn Utilities Commission Dance in Whitechurch At Community Memorial Hall under the auspices of the Women's Institute, on Friday, October 10th. Male by Garnet barrier's Othestra. Gents 50 cents, Ladies -25 cents. Lunch counter. Conducted Church Services Rev. Norman Caswell of Hamilton Road Presbyterian. Church, London, occupied the pulpit of St, Andrew's peeshyteriae Church on Sunday, Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Anson Galbraith, Got- rie, Ontario, announce the engagement of their youngest daughter, Doris Rath, to Harvey Edward Mulligan, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Mulligan, Wroxeter, Ontario, the mar- riage to take place October 11th, 1947, at the home of the bride's patents, at 3,00 p.m. RUMMAGE SALE SAT., OCT. 25th. The fall rummage sale will be held in the Wingham Armouries on Satur- day afternoon, October 25th, Dona- tions are asked for, el.:filling; dishes, household Articlep, in fact, anything can be sold, So, when you are houseclean- leg, make up a box far the rummage sale, The proceeds are in aid of the Ladies' :Auxiliary to Wingliam General Hospital, whose duty it is to maintain , the household supplies and furnishings of the hospital. The need for funds is emphasized aeliett it was'learned that last week was the busiest the tory of the hospital, 55 beds being oc- cupied -at one time. Staging a ninth inning rally, at the Wingham park Saturday night, Wing- ham Hurons edged the Southampton nine 12-11 to take time first game of the finals for the Senior A, Softball Cham- pionship. Coming from behind to tie the score at eleven "all, the Hurons gave the fans something to fa& about, and reassured the local suppe ,they have what it takes in the ihches. Groves cinched the game for the Hur- ons when he flied out to left field, Ward scoring front third to give the Hurons a one game lead in the series. Despite the fact that the weather was inclement and the infield mucky, both teams gave their best. The game was far from being one of the best played here this season, but neverthe- less provided plenty of excitement, highlighted with a sensational catch in centre field by "Bong," Foster, feat- ured two circuit clouts by Aitchison and Brannick, and came to a fitting climax from a local standout. In this game walks were a dime a dozen both pitchers being credited with eight free passes apiece, Wing- ham registered sixteen hits, Ward and 'Gardner leading the attack with three bingles apiece, Jardine, Hopper and Aitchison, collecting triples, -with the latter starring with a perfect round tripper, while Masteron looked on in amazement. For the visitors Porter and Bran- nick shared batting laurels, Brannick pounding out , a heartbreaker in the fifth scoring Masterson and Bates. Gateman and Masterson divided the pitching chore, Masterson relieving in time eighth. Wingham—Foster cf, Ward lf, Nier- earth ss, Groves c, Aitchison 2b, Jar- dine p, Gardner 3b, Templeman rf, Hopper lb. Southampton—Johnson c, Rourke 2b, Hetherington 1b, Porter If, Master- son cf, Bates 3h, Macintosh rf, Bran- nick ss, Gateman p. Wingham .. 0 2 0 013 01-12 16 4 Southampton 2 010 3 3 2 0 0-11 13 3 Umpires, Scheff Bros., Toronto. The second game of the series was played in Southampton on Monday afternoon. The Hurons after leading 9--to 6 in tIte seventh.lnfing saw their matgin otsanPear ' and Southampton went on to win 12-9. SOUTHAMPTON HERE WEDNESDAY NIGHT 1.1011•••=millale Officially Opened by Mtn W.. Hanna, M,P,P. Bright warm sunshine favoured the Howick Fall Fair held this year in Gerrie on Saturday and made it a happy gathering of visitors and resi- dents who renewed old friendships. A parade of the township's school children with their colorful banners led by the Moltke band preceded the: opening ceremonies at -the fair grounds, with Wm. Campbell, President, and John W. Hanna, M.P.P. declaring fes- tivities under way. There was also singing by the school children. The projects of the various schools; Display of Manual Training work taught by Ken Edgar; Garden Brig- ade and Junior Homemaking Clubs ris veiled the fine exhibits of Ladies work, domestic science, flowers, etc. Another feature of the Fair was Mr. Henb Neill's collection of antiques. There was a good showing of heavy horses and some of the cattle classes In the evening the hall was filled to capacity for the CKNX barn dance program followed by a dance from 10 to 12 pm. The directors, teachers, exhibitors and all who helped in any way are to be congratulated. ,These fairs do mean a great deal of work for a large num- ber of people, It is interesting to think that for 88 years there have been enough citizens sufficiently public spir- ited and interested to give a good deal of time and effort towards the annual Howick Fall Fair. HEAVY HORSES Class 1—Agriculture Brood Mare — McQuarrie Bros., Spence Brears, Cecil Grainger, Foal— McQuarrie Bros., C. F. Halliday, C. F. Halliday. Gelding or Filly, one year old—A, Cumming, Gelding or Filly, two years old—A, Cumming. Gelding or Filly, three years old—A. Cumming. Team in Harness—C, F, Halliday, E. Renwick, A. Cumming, Class 2—Heavy Draft Brood Mare—C. F. Halliday. Foal— MeQuarrieBros., S. Brears, ,McQuar- rie Bros., Gelding or Filly, three years old—A, Cumming, Team in Harness —C. F. Halliday, McQuarrie Bros., C, F. Halliday. Class 2A—Percheron or Belgian Brood • Mare—J, Picken. Foal—J. Pickers Gelding or Filly, one year old —5. Picket. Gelding or Filly, two years old—J. Picket. Gelding' or Fil- ly, three years old J. Pickets Team. in Harness—J. Pickets 1,Ves. Gans. Best horse on grounds in Light and Heavy Draft—C, F, Best Eros,, C. InFa, ndeHancliiiiiaslass°s:31.fitP-Tictievn? Farm -Horses (Howick Residents Only) Brood Mare—'G. Brown. Foal—G. Brown, Gelding or Filly, three years old—Glene Johnston. Farm Team.' in Harness—Glenn Johnston. Best Heavy Draft Team. 1st, $5.00; 2nd, an order for $5.00 to apply on the purchase price of any Massey-Harris Implement—C. V. Best Brood Mare in Agricultural or Heavy Draft classes, with foal at side. $5.00 donated by John W. Hanna, M. P. P,--Spence treats. test Three Horses, any age, any class—C. P. Halliday, James Pickett, C. F. Halliday. Best Agrictilittral Filly or Geldings $5.00 donated by L. Fe Cardiff, M. P, —Gordon Drown. Pest Team: Agricultural, teleian, "Percherots $5,00 donated by L. E. Cardiff, M.P.—E. Renwick. Driving Contest, for boy or girl, $3.00 donated by J. C. Eilisar—Goolott Mann, Lorne Mann. LIGHT HORSES Class 3—Readttert Single Roadster—Currie -& Tervitt, Currie & Tervitt. Team in Harness--s 'Currie & Tetvitt. Class 4—Carriage Single Carriage Horse, over 15.1 hands—C. Pryfogle. test horse on Best Wagon or Espress 'Team—E. Pritchard. Single Wagon or Express ,Horse—E. Pritchard. E. Pritchard. Gentleman's Outfit—Currie & Tervitt, 1161•1•11•11.••iim. TEESWATER HELD SUCCESSFUL FAIR SOUTHAMPTON EVEN SOFTBALL FINALS Wingham Won First Game 12-11, Lost Second 12-9 HOWICK FALL FAIR SPLENDID. SUCCESS- The third game of this all important series between Southampton and Wing- ham Hurons will be played tonight (Wednesday) under floodlights, com- mencing at 7.45. This series is developing into a thrill packed and load fought championship final. A record crowd is expected and preparations are being made to accom- modate them. Maxie Schell' and Burk Buchanan, former pro hardball players will offic- iate. These two implies arc considered the best in Toronto. The same admission ketvill be char- ged 10 cents and 25 cents. 1 Regt., which has its headquar- ters in Winglent. Gains Recognition In Sports World LEGION Bingo Saturday nighty at Tovott Mil,— Good Prises. Meet your friends Saturday nights at the Legion Bingo, Benefit Dance Vor Band A dance will be held in the Wing- ham Armouries on Monday, October 13th, (Thanksgiving Day), in aid of the Wingham Citizens Band. Music by Eric Scott and his band. Holding Military Bail An outstanding social event of the district, its the form of a alilitary Ball, is to be held in the Listowel Ar- mouries on Friday, October 24th, --le 'grounds in Roadster and tarriage dance is sponsored by the Command-, C. Fryfogie, ing 'Officer and Officers of the 21st. • Class 5 P.P,—C. Fryfogle, E. Pritchard. Salem Anniversary Shore to play for his Fort Worth, (Continued on page three) And Fowl Supper Texas, hockey crew this winter, In the preliminary trials last week he showed BAND ASKS FOR YOUR SUBSCRIPTION The anniversary services of Salem great promise leading the scoring par YOUR Church, glit miles north of Wroxeter, will be held Sunday, Oet- tober Igth, The pastor, Rev. IL Crons hie% will conduct the services at 11 ant, and 7:30 p.m. Special Music. On Monday, (Thanksgiving Day) October 18th, a fowl supper will be served in the basement of the 'Church from_ to S eaticlt Followed by 4 play •entitled "Chintz Cottage.* Ad- ' mission: adults, $1,00, ehildren, 50c. $2.00,ted byJoltsW.M Gordon Cruickshanks, son of Mr. Roy Cruickshanks (74 Weston, and for- Curtme Tervitt.test Light Horse on grounds. $3.90; nerly of Wingliam, gained recognition ona Hanna, it the sport world this week when he signed a "pro" contract with Eddie ade with 39 goals to his credit. He left 1 for Saskatoon for two 'weeks practise The Wingliam Citizens' Band, in an and will then go on to Texas for A sea- effort to raise money to carry on and son. perthase. 'equipment, are selling ticks ets on a draw. When approached to BINGO! BINGO! purchase tickets be generous with your donation. They are also holding a dance in the Armouries 'next Monday, Thanksgiving Day. Music by Eric Scott and his band. Admission 50c, ,