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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1948-03-17, Page 1EXCELLENT ADDRESS HEARD BY LIONS Dr. Thompson Of Western University Spoke On "Russia's Foreign Policy" The regular.: supper meeting of the Lions Club was held at the Queen's Grill on Friday evening with a good attendance. President Frank Madill welcomed the guests of the Club, Rev. W. A. Beecroft, Mr, Art. Loucks of Beaver Lumber Co., 'Scotty Forbes of London and Dr, Thompson, Professor of History of the University of Wes- tern Ontario. Tailtwister Wally Armstrong was active. Lion Walt. iMcKibbon was ac- cused of spending, the night in the country recently and not even paying for his bed. Lion Walt. pleaded guilty and paid his fine, Curlers who return- ed recently from Toronto were given an opportunity to demonstrate theiit' ability in singing. Lions Harley Craw- ford, Jack McKibbon, Geo. Howson and Omar Haselgrove, reinforced by Lions Bob Hetherington and Wilf. French gave a snappy rendition of "She's Too Fat For Me," Lion Wilf. Cruickshank accepted the offer of Tail- twister Wally for two minutes in which to explain the objectives of' the newly formed Chamber of Commerce. He stated that the Chamber of Com- merce would endeavour to improve rural relations and assist, local manu- facturers by getting behind the local housing project in every way possible. Irish songs were featured with Lion Tamer Jack Reavie leading with Lion HarOld Victor Pym at the piano. At the request of Lions, Scotty Forbes favored with a solo number "Let me Call You Sweetheart". A new song with words and music by Lion Harold Victor Pym was given its world pre- miere and was quickly mastered by Lions under Lion Harold's leadership. Regrets were expressed in connec- tion with the illness of Lions Bob Hobden and Bill Hamilton and it was agreed that their attendance be grant- ed, Lion Vern Dunlop reported that a large part of the Easter Seals had been handled by some fifteen members last week and the rest would be sent out early next week when another packing bee would be held. The re- sponse on the first day was $110.00, All the proceeds go to the Crippled Children's Society. President Frank introduced the guest speaker of the evening, Dr. Thompson of London, Dr. Thompson spoke on the subject "Russia's Foreign Policy." He tram.d the methods of Russian expansion from early times and felt that the present policy of pressure was simply a continuation of the old policy in force for some 250 years, Russia with the largest popu- lation and greatest land area in the world had never had n opportunity to take part in world trade as they had no access to the Atlantic or Pacific oceans. The Russians were different from other peoples. He cited examples of their action itt sudden emergencies. Most of Europe to-day is under Rus- sian domination but still they have no contact with the salt water oceans. In modern times they had never tried to expand westward because there were many powerful well established nations in theie path. At present with the weakened conditiott of Germany, Hun- gary under domination and with Italy in a doubtful condition, Russia would possibly press on toward the Atlantic Ocean but Dr. Thompson did not think they would go as far.as causing a war to attain their objective. His address was greatly appreciated by the Lions and he was tendered a hearty vote of thanks on inotiott of Lion Har- ley Crawford and Lion Don Noontide The meeting closed with the usual song and the Limit Root. CLINICS ARE MAINSTAY IN CRIPPLED CHILDREN'S WORK. NOTICE IRE LICENSES All Town Licenses for the year 1948 are now due and should be paid by March 21st. Dog Tags are avail- able at the Town Clerk's Office. T. W. PLATT, Chief of Police. Curlers and Fowlers Banquet The annual banquet and business meetings of the Curling arid Bowling Clubs will be held in the basement of St. Paul's Anglican Church on Thurs- day, April 1st. Breaks Wrist Miss Phyllis Johns suffered a pain- ful accident on Saturday moreleg, when she slipped, breaking the large bone in her wrist. She ,was taken to Wingham 'General Hospital where the wrist was X-rayed and set. EUCHRE PARTY At Lanes School on Friday, March 10th, at 3.30 p.m., the Junior Red Cross, will sponsor 41. Progressive Euchre Party. Everybody weleome. Ladies bring lunch. Admission :2Se, CHAMBER COMMERCE OFFICERS ELECTED. W. T. Cruickshank, President The recently elected Board of Dir- ectors of the Wingham Chamber of Commerce met last Wednesday even- ing in the Town Hall for the purpose of electing the executive 'officers for 1948. 'The following were chosen; President—W T. Cruickshank Vice-President—Rhys. Pollock Secretary—W. G. (Sam) Burton. The Secretary was also to act as Treasurer temporarily until a perma- ment treasurer is elected. Chairman of membership committee is Hugh Carmichael to 'be assisted by Vice-Chairman, Ronald Rae. Four Point Programme The Directors discussed a pro- gramme for the year 1948, and, as a result, the following projects were sel- ected 'in order of their importance to the community. 1. Housing. The Chamber of Com- merce is to assist and encourage this undertaking in every way possible. 2. Improvement of Rural Relations. To get to know our farmer friends better and to help solve their problems. 3. Helping our Local Industries The Housing Project is closely relat: ed to assisting local industries, 4. Publicizing our Town. Other projects will be undertaken as time goes on. These will always be in the best interests of our Town. Are You Interested? The membership campaign has com- menced. The fee for one year is $5.00. If you want to be part of this "Citi- zen's Committee"—if you want to bet- ter your Town you are cordially invit- ed to become a member. Wingham needs your help, your ideas, your suggestions, your criticism, your support, but above all it needs your INTEREST. Every member is part of a commit- tee. The committees will be organized as members are obtained. RED CROSS CAMPAIGN Attended Meeting at Waterloo Mr. Fred Russell of CKNX staff, attended the Canadian Bandmasters Association convention held in Water- loo last week. 0 Suffered Broken Hip and Arm 1 Mrs. Geo. Tervit Sr., had the mis- 'fortune to fall Sunday evening about 9 o'clock and suffered a broken hip and one arm at the wrist. She was taken to the Wingham General Hospital for treatment. Donation For Appeal For Children S. S. No. 6, Turnberry, raised the sum of $20.20 for the Canadian Appeal for Children Fund, when tickets were sold on a cushion donated by Mrs. joint Moir. Mrs. Ed. Rich of Wings ham, watt the cushion. Goderich Juveniles Won Saturday Goderich defeated Listowel 6-2 in a sudden-death W.O.A.A. juvenile con- test played in the Wiegliam Arena on Saturday evening. Each 'team had pre- viously won their home games. God- dich now enters the finals. Play, "Dark Was the Night" And dance to Farrier's 6-piece Or- chestra on Wednesday evening, March 81st., in the Community Memorial Hall, Whitechurch. Admission, adults 50c, 'children 20e. THE WORK OF MERCY NEVER ENDS MAKE YOUR DONATION AS GENEROUS AS POSSIBLE With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News Single Copies — Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 1948 Subscription, '$2,99 a Year in Advance the plaster, especially BONS ORATORICAL DISTRICT CONTEST Was Held At Wingham Last Wednesday Evening Sponsored by the Lions Club of District Al, Ontario, keen competi- tion featured the Zone 16 Oratorical Contest held in the Wingham. Town Hall on Wednesday evening of last week under the supervision of the local Club. It was regretted that only ,a small audience greeted its contestants. Lion District Deputy Governor Stephen Jones of Mt. Forest, was the chairman. The judges were Messrs. G. Hargraves, E. Wellington, Howick; W. Cupra, Mt. Forest; W. T. Cruick- shank and F. E, Madill, Wingham. Five contestants turned out for the honour of , entering the Provincial Competition, Miss Thora Edwards of Palmerston, placed first in the girl's division with Lloyd Brown of Mt. For- est, first in the boy's class. Music for the evening was supplied by H. V. Pym and Sam Burton, DANCING' Every Saturday night at the Royal T.. to the music of Ken Wilbee's or- -tchestra, from 9 to 12, Moderate ad- mission, Receive Caps Misses Doreen Currie, Helen Sturdy and Hilda Pletch, nurses-in-training at Stratford General Hospital, received their caps on Saturday, March 6th, These Wingham girls are to be con- gratulated as they passed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the class.of 15. OBITUARY Mrs. Samuel Bennett A highly respected Wingham resi- dent in the person of Mrs. Samuel Beo- nett, passed away on Thursday, Mar, 11th, at her home on Leopold St., in her 85th year. She had been in very poor health for over a year. Formerly Mary Jane Jefferson, she was born in Hullett township and on Dec. 3rd, 1884 was married to Samuel Bennett, who predeceased her in 1937. In 1896 she came to Wingham where she since resided. She was a faithful member of the United Church. She is survived by one daughter, Blanche, of town, and one brother, John of Saskatchewan. One son, George, and one daughter, Nellie, pre- deceased her. Funeral services were held on Sat- sirday, March 13th, at 2 p.m., from her late residence with Rev. W. A. Bee- croft officiating. Interment was made in Maitland Bank Cemetery, Seaforth, The pallbearers were F. R. Howson, R. H. Lloyd, C. W, Lloyd, Thomas Cruickshank, E. Wilkinson and Stew- art Procter, Keefer Allen Stranford Keefer Allen Stranford, in Fort Eric Onto March 12th, 1948, beloved hus- band of Ada (Rodents) Stranford4 Funeral from the Atwood Funeral Home, Port Erie, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo. Mr. Stran- ford was a member of Transportation Lodge No. 842 A.F. & AM. Members assembled at the Funeral Home Mon- day eveniegat 8 o'clock for a memorial service, GIFTS APPRECIATED To Mayor D. Kennedy, Wingham, Ontario. Mrs. Gibbers, A score or more clinics are operat- ed by the Ontario Society For Cripp- led Children in every part of the Prov- ince. Other Clinics operated by ser- vice clubs call upon the Society for organizational aid or surveys to dis- cipver crippled children needing aid. ST. ANDREW'S MEETING The regular monthly meeting of the Womens' Missionary Society of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church was held in the Sunday School room of the Church on Tuesday afternoon, March 9th, at three o'clock, The Pres- ident, Mrs. L. Fortune, presided. The opening prayer was given by Mrs. H, C. MacLean. Following the singing of a hymn, the Scripture Reading was given by Miss A. Mitchell, The Sec- retary's report was given, and general business of meeting conducted. Tribute to the memory of the late Mrs. J. Knox, a member of the Soc- iety, was paid, Following the Roll Call, the Topic, "On This We Build in Canada" was taken by Mrs. R. H. Lloyd, Mrs, H. Aitcheson, Mrs. W. Ford and Miss F. Wilson, and was most interesting. Mrs. W. Hammond gave the Glad Tidings Prayer. The Offering was re- ceived, and the Dedicatory Prayer was given by Mrs. J. Currie, The Treasur- er's report followed. After the closing hymn, ,Mrs. E. Harrison closed the meeting with prayer. CUT FLOWERS AND POTTED PLANTS Bring the beauty of Spring into your home at Easter with fresh Spring Flowers and Potted Plants, Supply of plants is limited. Hydrangeas and Rose Bushes. Good supply of Calla Lilies in cut bloom stage. Phone 101, the Greenhouse, Wingham, Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Gershom Johnston, Wingham, wish to announce the en- gagement of their daughter, Lois Nor- een, to William Ross, son of Mr. and Mrs. Percival MeMiehael, Clinton, the marriage will take place the latter part of March. Returned From England Mr. Chas, C. MeR ibbon returned home On Monday evening after spend- ing the past three months,,in Eitgland. When he left London the temPerature was 72 and the country was turning beautiful with flowers and shrubs com- ing to life. Held Successful Euchre Twenty tables took part in the play at the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Legion euchre on Monday evening. The win- tiers were, for the ladies, Mrs. S. Bate- son and iMrs. J. Lockridge; for the men, Jos. Schneider and Alvin sell. The mystery prize was won by Mrs. J. A. Rutherford. Competent case workers are supplied or visits of orthopaedic experts arrang- ed. Using "TIMMY" as a living sym- bol of the Easter Seal Campaign, al- most 100 Ontario }Service Clubs and. the Society hope for raise $170,000. In their fight to allevi'ate crippling con- ditions in Ontarki. "TIMMY" is MEET IN HONOUR OF MR', AND MRS. BROOKS TheYoung People and Senior Class of the Baptist Chttrch met Tuesday evening last at the home of Mr and Mrs. John Falconer to bid farewell to Mr. and Mrs. H. C, Brooks and fam- ily who have been ameans of help and blessing while in our midst. The meeting was 'in charge of Miss Jessie Scott and ojiened with prayer by the President, gr. Glen Schenck, followed by a poem entitled "The Cross," read by Jessie Scott, All join- ed in singing "At Calvary," Scripture was read by Mr. Harold Pocock read- ing John 10: 1-27, after which Jessie Scott read a poem, "Judge Not." ;Mr. Roy %milli favored with a solo entit- led "The Tenant House" accompan- ing himself with his guitar, An article was read by Mrs. Bruce MacLean en- titled "A Shepherd's Hearst" The theme of the meeting was "Christ the Good Shepherd," Jessie Scott brought the message basing her remarks on different ways in which Christ can shepherd us, using different portions of Scripture for reference. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Scheifele favoured with a duet, entitled "My Sheep hear My Voiee," which was much enjoyed, Mr. Roy Burehill led in some choruses after which Mr, Glen Schei- fele took charge. Rev. Mr. Couplaiid spoke a few words of regret the de- parture of our friends from our midst and a gift was presented, after which a social time was, spent. Rev. Mr Coupland closed the meeting. Social For European Relief The tenth Bee of East Wawanosh Farm Forum groups had a social even- ing on Friday night last at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Shiell, Pro- gressive Lost Heir was played follow- ed by lunch, A ,,collection was then taken for Europeau Relief of Children, amounting to $35.00. ST. PATRICK'S DANCE HELD BY TEEN TOWN A successful St. Patrick's dance was held in the Council Chambers on Friday evening, March 12th, under the aitspiceo of Teen Towle Special features were included in the program. The spot prizes were award- ed to Jean Hobden, George Hall and Norman Dickinson. The door prize of $2.00 went to Francis Doyle, the lucky number being 32. Lentil consisting of Pepsi Cola, cake tarts and doughnuts were served, and the enjoyable evening was brought to a close about 11 o'clock. shown during a recent visit to a hos- pital clinic, while being examined by Dr. E. C. Janes as his mother and Miss Oliphant, the Society nurse look on. The Easter Seal Campaign for this district is sponsored by the Wingham Lions Club. Donations may be mailed or left with G. L. Dunlop, Chairman. ILLUS. ADDRESS ON ARCTIC MISSIONS On Thursday evening, March 11th, the Rev. H. L. Jennings, Rector of Morpeth and Rural Dean of Kent, gave an illustrated address in St. Paul's Parish. Hall. Upon graduation from Huron Col- lege in 1937, Mr. Jennings left for Fort Norman on the banks of the Mac- Kenzie River, via Winnipeg, Edmon- ton, then by paddle steamer down the Slave River, Great Slave Lake to the MacKenzie River. In his vast parish were located the famous Norman Oil wells and the Eldorada mines Among the items Mr. Jennings displayed were moccasins made and embroidered by Indian and Eskimo women, mittens, parkas, an Arctic white fox pelt, samp- le of pitchblende from which radium is extracted, and a number of books used by the native Indian and Eskimo, Rev, ,Mr. Jennings is known locally having been married to the former Miss Ivy Lawrence of Garth!, at Fort Norman, by the Rev. A. H. Sovreign, Bishop of Athabasca. C.P.R. AGENT TRANSFERRED Last Saturday Mr, H, C. Brooks, local agent for the C.P.R. took over his new duties at Midhurst, near Bor- ic. Mrs. Brooks and family expect to move the first of the week, to join hint there. This week his son, Claire, is reliev- ing at the station until Saturday, when Mr, Smalley of Milverton, will take over as the new station Agent, Moved To Farm On Thursday Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pattison moved on Thursday to their new farm on the 10th concession of East Wawaitosh, which they purchased last Fall from Mr. Alex, Menzie. St. Andrew's Held St. Patrick's Tea The W. A. of St. Andrew's Pres- byterian Church held a very successful St. Patrick's Tea on .Saturday after- noon. The tea table was lovely with a large basket of spring flowers and long lighted tapers in silver candel- abra. District Assessor's Association To Meet In Wingham The annual meeting of District No. 4 of the Assessor's Association of Ont- ario, comprising the Counties of Bruce, Grey, Huron, Perth, Wellington and Dufferin, will be held in the Wingham Town Hall, on Thursday, March 25th, There will ibe two sessions at 10 ant. and 2 paid. WINOHAM HIGH S. DISTRICT SET RATE Agricultural Course To Be Installed In the Fall Last week the Wingham High School District Board met and after examining estimates ,decided to set a 2 mill tax rate for the district, The district comprises the Town- ship of Turnberry, part of the Town- ships of [Morris, East and West Wa- wanosh and the Town of Wingham, The ,total assessment for the district is over $6,000,000. The board also decided to instal a course in agriculture this Fall, as it was felt this would be a distinct berfi- fit to the district. BRINE CLUB Seven arid a half tables were present on Thursday evening at the weekly meeting of the Wingham Bridge Club. The result of the play was as follows: North & South i—lst., Mrs. R. S. Hetherington, and Mrs. A. R. DuVal; 2nd., Mrs. J. H, Crawford and Miss McCallum; 3rd., Dr. G. H. Ross and Geo, Williams; 4th, Mrs. H. C. Mac- Lean and Miss C. Isbister. East & West:-1st., J. H. Craw- ford and Dune. Kennedy; 2nd., Mrs. J. A. Wilson and W. H, French; 3rd., J. Goodine and A. French; 4th, Mrs. E. A. VanStone and J. A. Wilson. O.R.M.T.A: MET AT CLINTON /The Huron Branch of the Ontario Registered Music Teacher's Associa- tion held their meeting on March 13th, in Clinton. The guest speaker was Miss Cora B. Ahrens, Mus, Bac., L. T. C.M., of Stratford. Miss Ahrens spoke on Ear Training and Piano Teaching problems. The next meeting is planned for the week of the Goder- ich Music Festival. Further informa- tion will be given at a later date. The Tenth Annual Convention of the O.R.M.T.A, will be held on March 31st, April 1st, and 2nd., 1948, at the General Brock Hotel, Niagara Falls, Ont. Music teachers will benefit by attending any or all sessions planned on the Agenda. Firemen To Sponsor Concert Watch next issue for announcement re Minstrel Show under the auspices of Wingham Firemen. Attended Horticultural Convention Mr, David Crompton attended the annual convention of the Ontario Hor- ticultural Society at Niagara Falls on Thursday and Friday of last week. Relieving at Bank of Commerce Mr. Lorne Kress, of London, a for- mer accountant at the local branch of The Canadian Bank of Commerce, is relieving as manager owing the illness. of Mr. R. R. Hobden. Teeswater Won. Curling Trophy The Teeswater entry in the Round Robin at alio local Curling Club, won out itt the finals for the trophy. The rink comprised A. Blair, J. Porter, M. Donohue, J. Atkinson, skip. Softball Executive Meets Monday On Monday, March 22nd, at 8.30 p.m., in the Winghatn Town Hall, a meeting of the Wingham Softball Ex. txutive will be held, If you area -mem- WOMEN'S INSTITUTE iii•Aam•••• Grandmother's Day The local Branch of the Women's Institute is pleased to pay tribute to all "Grandma's" in this district at their regular meeting on Thursday, March 18th. If we stop to think, we will real- ize how much we take, and very little we give, even in spoken appreciation to our grandomthers, who quite often form a mighty bulwark, in our family life. And so, we the Institute members, invite every grandmother member to this meeting. Each grandmother mem- ber is asked not Only to bring herself, but one other grandmother. A splendid program with at least two numbers specially arranged for our guests is being prepared by the committee, Mrs. F. A, Parker and Mrs. Chas. Hopper. Each member is asked to bring one article for an auction novelty sale. Thete will be auctioned by a wells known lady auctioneer—but Shure tell ye no more. The Institute is still collecting clothes for Britain. The hostesses are Mrs. F. Ratite, Mrs, G. MacKay, Mrs. C. Hirle, Mrs. Wm, Williamson, Mrs. G. Hanna, Miss Fisher and Mrs. J. Isard. Being very close to the advent (17 March), of the blessed St. Patrick himself, the roll call will be answered by a bit of Irish wit, Now' enters its second week—the canvassers are reporting a pleasant reception where they have been able to call. This is not uncommon in this generous community and does make the work of the volunteer canvassers more pleasant. Remember these fine citizens do this work voluntarily for the good of their fellow men. Please treat them generously. It is the hope of the committee that the canvas will be completed by March 27th. Many of the Rural Districts, served by the Wingham Branch of the Red Cross will not be canvassed from door to door. Those wishing to con- tribute to this worthy cause may do so and receive an official receipt from any Bank or by leaving same at Camp- bell's Garage or McKibbons Drug Store. FIRE DAMAGES MINNIE ST. HOME Saturday afternoon the firemen were called to the residence of Mr. Milas Moir, Minnie street, when fire broke out in the upstairs apartment occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Russell Farrier, The fire is believed to have started front a chimney, and before it was brought under control considerable da- mage had been done to the roof and School Lane, Gebitten, V, Beccles Suffolk, Extgland, Jan, 3rd., 1948. My Dear Sir: I wish to 'diorite, yon very much in- deed for the gifts of clothing, which Were distributed to tit last week, I oannot express in words the ap- preciation I feel for your kindness and generosity in our time of need. We Suffered heavy losses in furniture and hoesehold.goods during the recent floods, and it it so very good of you folks to Mink about us. My husband, And myself and baby Patricia, aged 18 months live in a small house with one room downstairs, and two small bedrooms, so when the floods carne We had to take to living tipsatirt, as the water tame half way up the stair- case, but we survived that ordeal the same as we have survived misfortunes in the past, and with the kind help front you folks overseas, have replaced Some of the ankles lost and dOmaged. Thanking you once 'again for your kindness and generosity, I Retain, Greatfully yours, Emily Gibbet's, (Mrs.) :attic Water also played havoc with 'bet at the executive you are requested in the upstan• Ito be there. apartment.