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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1947-11-20, Page 1With Which is Amalgamated The 9arrie Vidette and Wroxeter News 4,1 VOntipato ZonlortObi'o top41 ,<0.44 4.0;;'1' PRIME CLUB WON FROM hOPERICII Fourteen pairs from the Wingham Bridge Club played a matched game on Monday evening as guests of the Godes rich Bridge Club, the result being a win for the Wingham Club by the score of 19$8 points to 1833, The lead- ing pairs were: North and' South North and South-1, W, W. Arm- strong and W. H. French (W), 1711/2 ; 2. Mr. and Mrs. J, H. Crawford, (W), 159; 3. D, B, Porter and Don French, (W), 1541/2 ; 4. P. F. Carey and F, Curry, (G), 1471/2 ; 5, Mrs. H. Camp- bell and Mrs. F. A, Parker (W), 1431/2 ; 6. Mr. and Mrs. K. Hunter (G), 142; 7. Mr's. Saunders and Mrs. Mooney (G), 1361/2 . East and West-1. F. Saunders and D. Mooney (G), 170%; 2. Mrs. H, C. MacLean and Miss Y. McPherson, (W), 1691/2 ; 3. Mr, and Mrs. R. Pat- terson (G), 164; 4 and 5, Mrs. R. Heth- erington and Mrs. J. A. Wilson (W), and. Mrs. Thomas and Mrs. Wheeler (G), 1621/2 ; 6. D. Kennedy and 0. Haselgrove (W), 159%; 7, Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Gammage, (W), 138. LIFE MEMBERS IN HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION NEAR CENTURY MARK Single Copies—Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, TIckURSD'AY, NOVEMBER 20, 1947 Subscription $2.00 a Year in Adesanee SEARCH CONTINUES 'NOMINATIONS HELD HURON CHAPTER (World Copyright 1947 Dorothy Wilding and Central Press Canadian) Princess Elizabeth and her fiance, Lieut. Philip Mountbatten, whose marriage takes place Nov. 20th FOR MISSING MAN NEXT MONDAY BRINE CUM SENIOR A TEAM HAVE BANQUET Hold Own Celebration Aided and abetted by the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Canadian Legion, the "Wingham Senior A Softball Cham- pions enjoyed P. sumptuous banquet at the Legion Home in Wingham. The Ladies' Auxiliary drew high praise from the "boys" and their wives for providing such a delicious feed. Chairman of the evening was Sam Burton who called on Vic Loughlean, president of the Winghane Hurons. Vic praised . the team for their good team-work and harmony. He thanked Radio Station CKNX, Tory Gregg and the Wingham Advance-Times for their .fine support. He also paid tribute to Dr. Fox who gave treatments to ball players all season and, who undoubted- ly helped make the championship pos- 'sible. Tom. Jardine, whose arm gave }Lim trouble in the final series, heartily seconded the motion for a vote of thanks to Dr. Fox. An enthusiastic vote of thanks to the Town of Wing- ham was passed, for the fine banquet tendered the championship teams last Monday evening and to the merchants ,:and the loyal fans of Wingham. Alex Coutts, President of the Wing- hath. Softball -Association thanked the team for their efforts. He also re- marked that many people and organi- zations had contributed toward the sue, cess of the season: The Lions Club. for installing floodlights, the Recrea- tion Council for fence, new stands and improved field, the men at the gate, the boys who kept score, Mr. Benedict who provided fresh water fOr each game the town police, the' fire department, Sam Burton, the wives of the ball play- ers, the loyal fans who stayed with the team through thick and thin, the IL- F. 0. Creamery who loaned their egg -crates for extra seating capacity and many others who helped. Morris Bader, manager of the Hur- ons complimented his team on their fine showing. He stressed the fact `that harmony among the players was the deciding factor in winning the championships. Morris went on to say that this was only the beginning and that next year they were to try harder than ever and bring home the cham- pionship again. Sam Burton paid tribute to Morris Bader who worked so bard to put his boys over the top. Without a doubt his efforts played a tremendous part in 'bringing home the trophies, Regret was expressed that Ilk Ward, brilliant left-fielder, was leaving Wingham and the boys all joined in wishing Joe -good luck. After the banquet the players receiv- ed pictures of the team and (lancing was enjoyed by all. HURON COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP WON Congratulations to Miss Dawna Walker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russel Walker, of town, who won the first Carter Scholarship for the Coun- ty of Huron. Miss Walker ,a student of Wingham High School, took the high- est marks in ten subjects in the County, Special Niteting of L.O.L. A special meeting of L.O,L. No. 794, will se held on Friday evenieg at 8 o'clock, Brother Dies In Toronto Mr. W. G. Hamilton, manager of the Bell Telephone Co., in •Wingliain, ree t eived word that Ids brother, Mr. J. Hamilton of Toronto had passed away suddenly on Monday front a heart ats tack. Bride-Elect Honoured Mrs. J. Hopper and Miss Marjorie French were hostesses at the former's home nit Wednesday evening, Novon- bet 12th, when they entertained at miscellaneous shower in honour of Miss Joyce Walker, whose wedding takes plate this Saturday, Badly 13tittsed'Shoulder Mrs. George King, Culross Towns Dance At Royal Saturday Night To the 'rriusle of Wilbee's Orchestra. Moderate admission. Dancing, 9 to It BABY SITTERS GROUP TO BE FORMED There are quite a few baby sitters in Wingham but one is always hearing that the average young married couple cannot have an evening out on account of their children. To help overcome this situation a new baby sitters group is to be formed. Those eligible will be teen agers (boys or girls) and any older persons desiring to join. Mem- bers must agree to abide by the rules and regulations laid down by the or- organization, When the organization is formed a list of members will be mimeographed and will be made ayailablq to all young couples who are interested. Printed with' the list will be a copy of standard rates, The object is to make 'baby sitters available at reasonable rates. . Register With Sam Burton Baby sitters and interested parents are urged to leave their names with Sam Burton (or phone 460) during the next week, If enough people are inter- ested a group meeting will be announ- ced in next week's paper. Ladies! Re- member the curling season! HURON TEMPERANCE FEDERATION MET Members of the provincial legislat- ure, especially the local member from Huron and the Attorney-General, Mr. Blackwell, came in for consider- able criticism, on Friday at the annual meeting of the Huron County Temp- erance Federation meeting at Clinton'. On the other hand, the Provincial Po- lice recently appointed to Huron Coun- ty were given much praise for the un- selfish way in which they were enforc- ing the temperance 'laws. The Canada Temperance Act is val- id in Huron and the delegates were loud in their praise of the restrictions of the Act which prevents the sale of liquor of any kind in the county and restricting it to family use only. It was claimed that the Canada Temperance Act, which has been amended at in- tervals as have other laws is not only the oldest temperance law on the stat- utes but, in the opinion of the late Crown Attorney, was a very well writ- ten and effective piece of legislation, The success of the Canada Temper- ance Act in Huron, Perth and Peel has resulted in action demanding the adop- tion of the law in other counties, so stated representatives from the Ont- ario Temperance Federation who were present at the convention. Resolutions were passed urging all citizens to insist on a strict observance of the law not only for their own bene- fit but also for the community. The restriction on the use of sprain for the manufacture of liquors was commend- ed, R'6ports of local conditions were presented by: N. Anderson for Gode- rich, Dr. r. Harburn for Seaford', W. C. Pierce for Exeter, Rev, M. Roger for Myth, Rev. IL C. Wilson for Brus- sels, all reporting satisfactory eondis done. The secretary, A, T. Cooper oaf Clinton, reported on tine work of the organization for the last year and was assisted by Robert Watson, of Bruce. field, who acted as minute secretary. Addresses were given by R. 11. Mont- ton and A, Pierson who were rem- sentiog the Ontario Temperance Fed- eration. Beigtave Anneal The ann ual meeting and election of officers for the Belgreve L.O.L, No. 462 will be held on Thursday evening, November 20th. Woik Baking Sale On. Saturday, November 22tel., at 2 p.m., the Salvation Army Home Leag- ue will bold its annual sale of scorns' and Home Baking. Tea will also be served. gram is in tbarge of Mrs. T. Bower anti Mrs. fN. • gs As ltas been ; customary fot many years, the Novem- ber meeting is given over to "Cititen- Ship", also as customary Mrs, T. Bow- er will address the meeting. A report of the Loildoii Convention will be given by the Presideht. All members will answer the toll call by naming the talent of her neighbour to the right at the meeting: The hostesses will be Mrs. MeLet- ghlire Mrs. Hare, Mrs, W. Annetroag, Ms•t, L. Nnillsinsore Mrs. Bell and Mrs. )' Currie Once again a sincere welcome will be given all ladies front rural districts attending the meeting *al Was On Duck Hunting Expedition When Mishap Occurred Great Lake vessels plying Lake Hur- on, United States coast guard boats out of Harbor Beach, Mich,, and volunteer searchers working out of Goderich by water and air, spent nearly every avail- able hour of daylight Sunday and Monday, searching for 41-year-old James Robert Misener, 98 St, Vincent St., North, Stratford, oho was blown out into the storm-swept lake Saturday morning hi a boat when he tried to re- trieve a duck he had shot at Martin's Point. ,Mr. lstisener is manager of the Bradshaw Knitwear Ltd., 150 Heron St. Operations at the plant stood sus- pended today, Searchers said they would continue combing waters in the immediate vic- inity of Goderich its the hope that they might at least find the small rowboat which was tossed high atop 10 to 12. foot waves as Mt. Misener and his spaniel dog were blown out into the lake while two would-be rescuers, Earl and Gordon Martin, who live near Port Albert on the Tiluewater Highway had to turn back because of rough seas which partially swamped their rowboat. Martin's Point is about two miles Stratford 21 years ago that lie married Myrtle Shackleton of Wingliarre They have one daughter, Nola, at home, Preached At United Church Rev. Mr. Knapp, associate pastor of Yorkinineter Baptist Church, Toronto, was the guest speaker at the Wingham United Church on Sunday morning. In the evening he also contributed two solos. • BINGO DEC ism.' A Bingo will be held in the •Odd- fellows Hall, on Monday evening, Dec. 1st. Tickets 50 cents for 20 gabl- es. On Monday next, November 24th, Nomination meeting will be held in Wingham front 7.30 to 8,30; Turn- berry 1 to 2, Howick 1 to 2; Morris, 12.30 to 1,30. Itt Wingham at present the prospects for an election are slight, but plenty can happen between now and Nomin- ation. In Morris and Howie: it also looks like an acclamation. In Tarnberry Township there ap- pears to lie more indication that an election will be held, both for Reeve and. Council. Regardless whether an election is ex. petted or not, all should be interested in Municipal affairs and be present at their respective Nontinatioti meeting. • S. A. Christmas Program The Salvation Army will hold Christmas Program on December 17th. • Engagement Announced Mr. arid Mrs. Fred W. Cook, Bel- grave, announce the engagement of their daughter, Edith Pearl, to Stanley Jackson Walker, son of ,Mr. and Mrs. Russel A. Walker, Wingharri. The mar- riage to take place Belgrase 'United Church on December 10th. ERECTION SATURDAY A long felt need in Wingham was somewhat closer to being realized on Saturday when the first section of a Farmers !rarer was erected. The re- maining section is expected to be erect- ed this week 'Neighbouring farmers have co-oper- ated and assisted greatly in this work.' Some time ago two bates were pur- chased and dismantled, and the farm- ers with tractors and wagons drew the timbers to town. The work of disman- tling the old barns and erecting the new one is being slorieunder the super- vision of Mr. Graham Moffatt of Cul- ross. INSTALL OFFICERS ,Many members and visitors attended Huron Chapter No, 89, O.E.S. on Tuesday evening, November 13th, for the Installation of officers for 1947-48. The ceremony was conducted by Mrs. J. A. Fox, P.D.D.G.NL, assisted by Mrs. W. W. Currie, Mrs. ti. R Scott, Mrs R A Cutts, Mrs V*, C. Fuller and. Mrs. '1', A. Currie. Past Matrons and Patrons of the Chapter filled chairs as Honarary Officers. During the cere- mony Mrs. J. Jayne of Lucknow, sang. The retiring ruff:mons, for the 1940- 47 officers was conducted by Mrs, E R. Harrison, P.M. The following officers were installed; W.M,--Mrs. G. L. Dunlop; W. P.— Dr. J. A. Fox; A.M.—Mrs R. E. Armi- tage; A.P—Mr. R. A. Comas; See, Mrs, T. A. Currie; Treas.—Mrs. W. C. Adams; Cond.—Mts. 'I'. Henderson; A. Coed.---Mrs. W. Murray; Chaplain —Mrs. H. Fuller; Marshall—Mrs, Davis; Orgauist—Mre. W. W. Currie; Adair—Mrs. J. Ilatesim; Ruth—Mrs. P. Steelton; Esther—Miss Meta Harri- son; istartlue-i\irs. C. Dauphin; Electa -s -Mrs. W. Platt; Warder—Mrs. 3. Iteavie; Sentinel—Mrs. H. Meehan, The Worthy Matron, Mrs. G. L. Dunlop was presented with a bouquet of roses and corsage and gifts from the Dance at the Royal T. Wednesday, November 19th, hi lion- our of ,Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Scott. 'Tif- fin's Orchestra, ladies please bring lunch. Everybody welcome. LIONS ENTERTAINED LADIES ON FRIDAY School Inspector, 3. M, Game, Gave Interesting Talk on **Ica Ladies' Night was featured by the Lions Club at their regular meeting on Friday evening, at the Queen's Hotel'. A capacity crowd was present to hear the guest speaker, Mr, 'Game, Public School Inspector of Bruce County. Af- ter his introduction by President Frank 11 ladill, Mr, Game spent an hour tell-ing of his trip to Mexico. He motored all the way and covered 2,300 miles taking six weeks, Spanish is the of- ficial language and the people are either Indian or Spanish or mixed. The Rotary Club have a fine hotel in Mexico City and it is most completely equipped. One of the native dishes• is the tortilla or cornmeal pancake. The schools are well equipped and operated on a high standard. Mr. Game had art opportunity of visiting a large estate with the owner and the banana crop of 12,000 stems was grown on about 40, 000 banana trees. The penal institutions are rated a- mong the best in the world. He visited one and found there were about 1500- inmates. 84% were in for murder, Pris-oners were allowed to select the trade they liked best and to carry it on. Many factories were located inside the 'pris- on. The volcanoes proved of interest and on a visit to one, he told of the difficulty of breathing at an altitude of 13,000 feet. He showed the Lions many interesting souvenirs lie had ob- tained. One was a tooled leather brief case with very fine workmanship on it. On motion of Lions Charles Roberts and Gordon Buchanan, a hearty vote of thanks was tendered Mr. Game President Frank welcomed all the ladies and guests of the Club, Lion and Mrs. Laurie of Blyth. Tailtwister Wally Armstrong, introduced the Zone. Quartette, Lions Jack i'McKibbon, Ron Rae, Omar Haselgrove and Jack Reav- ie led in several sing songs. Mrs. Omar Haselgrove and Mrs. Stewart Beattie were winners of the draw for the lad- ies and were presented with Nylons. Tailtwister Wally Armstrong and his assistant Doc Irwin held a conference and decided to stage a "Dog Calling" contest. Lions Clarence Richey, Rhys Pollock, Don Jeffs and \Vilf, French were selected as likely experts. Each candidate wqs interviewed as to his ability to "call" his dog but Lion Wilf French was an easy winner as his dog rushed out from under a table when Lion Wilf, put on his best effort. Lion Wilf. was as much surprised as any- one at his success and won a package thoulder and torn ligaments last week WOMEN'S INSTITUTE ship, received a badly bruised right when she fell at the back door of her, home. She was taken to Wingliam. The regular meeting of the local General. Hospital for X-ray which for- branch of the W.L will be held on , The missing man is a native of Lon- COMMENCED BARN tunately showed no broken bones. Thursday, November 20th, at 2.30 p."don, but has been a resident of Strat- Concert Stars BoOked tn., in the Connell Chamber- The pro- ford most of his life, and it was in Wingliam's Concert. Association have announced that Andrew MacMillan, baritone and Elizabeth Guy, Soprano,. are booked to appear in Wingham, bin Wednesday, December 3rd, at 8.15 p.m. in the Town Hall. All programs this season will be Chosen by a committee in Wingham so that the public, may be sure that only the most enjoyable music will be performed. Memberships are still on sale. south of Port Albert. Need Only Eleven More To Reach One Hundred It is almost one year since the Wing- ham General Hospital Board reformed The Hospital Association composed of people interested in the financial wel- fare of the Hospital and the constant, mimepnrt.ovement of its plant and equip- ment. You will recall that the cost of a Life Membership is $100.00, a 12 year membership, $50.00; a six year mem- bership $25.00, and a one year mem- bership $5.00. By action of the Board all 1947 membership fee went to The Hospital Building Fund which benefitted to the extent of nearly $9,000.00. This magni- ficent sum went far to relieve the Hos- pital Board of financial worry in meet- ing its obligations on the unpaid bal- ance due on the new Hospital. A goat of at least one- hundred. Life members was set and such progress has beta made that we are able to re- port eighty-nine people are now Life 'members, three new ones this week. Sixty-five new in 1947. It is not too of dog biscuit, t cneleuccIlit eo l.(20x0piencatr mar k hoarti g1%;ieall7asltligigaersteeed- Lion Jim Laurie of Illyth, favoured . with two fine solo numbers and both. you may become a Life member by Joan Irwin twin daughters of Lion Art If you are now a 12 year member were thoroughly. enjoyed. Jean and paying an additional $50.00, If you are awl Mrs. Irwin played a piano duet Chapter, her officers and friends. She Doors open at 8 pant. intake-op. They promptly went to presented her installing officers with; gifts of appreciation and each of her officers and Honorary officers with a rose. The retiring W.M., Miss Dorothy Deans was presented in behalf of the Chapter, with a Past Matron's Jewel, by Mrs. E. Webster, P.M. The retir- ing W.P. Mr, R. A. Coeds was pres- ented with a chair. Following the meeting refreshments were served. now a six year member syou may be- and were given a hearty encore. An conic a Life member by paying- an ad- impromptu quartette, Mrs. Al, Walker, ahem] $75.00. Maybe you are not pre- Mrs, Howard Sherbondy, Mrs. Will pared to take a Life membership yet McCool and Mrs, Clarence Armitage abustixwyouealdr llitkleemtboerb.ecloi zany% ca 12011yeparrefocrr the World G6 By". When an encore chose as theirnuinber "Let the Rest of -just to renew your membership for one was requested Lion Doc Irwin :insisted year. In any case we need and will wel- that their husbands show their ability. come both your moral and financial The Lions responded but many dis- support. Since our Hospital is a pub- cords and sour notes marred their ef- Hely owned, non-profit making Institos forts. time only a strong Association can President Frank called upon Lions. make it financially able to continually Jack McNibbon and Ron Rae to make . improve its plant and equipment. We a presentation to Lion Wilber and not only need your membership but Mrs. Tiffin. Lion Jack recalled the least one from each of the several hien many years of service cheerfully given tired odd families in our Hospital tier- by Lion Wilbur as Secretary of the vice Area. ' Club and stated that his only regret New members or those wishing to was that now the Lions would not subscribe to any of the above stigges- have a ;bachelor to poke fun at, its Wil- does will please make the subserip- bur was the last bachelor in the Club. tion payable to Mr, W. II. French, Lion Ron presorted on behalf of the Treasurer, Wingham General Hospital Club a Sunbeam Mixmaster outfit. Building Feed, Witt:sham, Ontario, Lion Wilbur thanked the members arid Watch succeeding issues for further iii- , assured the Club that he had always the meetings end any work he teresting news about The, Winghain • enjoyed General Hospital Assotiation and The .had done. Century Club of the Winehani tieeeral. Tailtwister Wally announced that a Hospital. "Style Show" would be held and for J models, he selected Liens George ANNUAL t ALL BINGO ' Howson, Emery Stuckey and Stewart ses Beattie. They were seated in the -cens The Ladies Auxiliary to the Cattail- tre of the room and after removing inn Legion will hold their regular Pall cssats : and vests, three tioueeses, Mrs. Bingo on Wednesday, November 19th , Jack MeKilStioe, Mrs. Miller Davis and iii the Wingbain Armouries. 15 games Mrs. Helen Irwin were provided with .for 50 cents, knit 10 cent specials, boxes containing dresses, hats and work on the models and their progrese i was watched with great interest. After onuch preparation the model, were par- -. 'ailed. and Lion George "Howson was voted the most stunning model draped Ten and one hall tables were present lin a figured green "erratum" with pan- at the weekly ineetirig of the Wingliam, m eake hat at a rakish angle. The other Bridge Climb held on Thursday evens Iodels were also given a good hand ing, November 13th. The result of f or their efforts. the play was as follows: North and South-1st W. W. Arm- Foxes Win At Brampton 1 strong and D. Crompton; 2nd., Mrs, At the Ontario Pox Show at Bratnp- W, H. French and Mrs. Dyble; 3rd., ston last week, two of four De Val Fur Geo. Williams and 3. H. Crawford;1 Farm entries n ere in the money. A 4th, 3.1Goodine and D. Nesmith. "Pearl Platinum, Wieghairt 91A won East and West—Mrs. J. H. 'Craw- a first prize and a Glazier Blues ford and W. H. Proles; 2nd., Miss C. s Wingliam 59A, won third. This late Ishister amid B. French; 3rd. Rs Pols' ter fox was beaten by the Grand Chant. lock and R R. Hotden; 4th, Miss Mc-';]pion of the 'Cited States and Canada. Calltan arid D. Xennedy. awl champion of Quebec Province,