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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1949-09-28, Page 1• With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News Single Copies — Five Cents. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1949 Subscription, $2,00 a Year in Advance.. Engagement Announced The engagement is announced of Margaret Isabel, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Abraham S. Brown, formerly of Wingham, to John Flet- cher, son of Mr. Samuel Fletcher and the late Mrs. Fletcher, formerly of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The marriage to take place the latter part of Oct- ober. IMMUNIZATION CLINICS HOWICK TOWNSHIP The Huron County Health Unit is arranging immunization clinics in the following Howick Township Schools, The first clinics will be held starting Thursday, September 29th in the fol- lowing schools and continuing Thurs- day, October 20th and November 10. Howick S. S. U13, (Lane's) 9.15 E. S.T. Howick S. S. Ul, 10:00 E.S. T.ime, Howick S. S. U15 11:00 E. S. Time. • Howick S. S..1.13, 1:00 E. S. Eime. Howick S. S. U2, (Lakelet) 1:45 E. S. Time. Infants from 4 months of age and preschool children may be brought to these clinics. The combined immunization for Diphtheria, Whooping Cough and Te- tanus (lockjaw) may be received for the babies and preschool children to 83 years of age. Children over this age may receive the combined innocu- lations for Diphtheria and Tetanus, Reinforcing doses of Diphtheria will also be given where needed, Small- pox vaccinations wilt be given on the last day of these "Clinics, Thursday, November 10th, .Further immunization clinics in Howick Township will be announced later. Early protection of children against Diphtheria, Whooping Cough, Tetan- us and Smallpox is every parent's t: ligation, BE WISE, IMMUNIZE, MUM KINSMEN MAKE PRESENTATION Art Loucks Presented With Past President Pin and Silver Tray The second semi-monthly meeting of the new season of the Wingham Kinsmen Club was held last Friday evening, with the new President, Bob Ferguson in the chair. The gathering was one of the best ever held by the Kinsmen of Wingham, with an attend- ance of well over 80 per cent of the regular members and more than 15 guests and prospective members. During the course of the delectable dinner many fines were imposed for -many and varied reasons, with Past President Art Loucks bearing the brunt of the onslaught, And we do mean onslaught! The Wingham Kins- men's Past President was presented with his Past President's pin by the 1st. Vice-President of the Club,. Scott Reid, Kin Ross Hamilton, the new chairman of the program committee, presented Art. with a beautiful silver tea-tray, fittingly engraved for the occasion. Past President Art is leav- ing Wingham, resigning from his pre- sent job to open his new venture in his home-town of Napanee. Best of luck from all Kinsmen goes with Art and his new business! Following the dinner a small num- • ber of business matters were brought up before the club. Our new Fellow- ship Committee chairman, John Heal, invited all members to stay, following the evening program for a period of Fellowship. During this time, Progres- sive Euchre, Bridge, Cribbage and other card games were played. Inci- dentally the Euchre champion for the evening was "Charlie" Hodgins of Wingham, one of the special guests. And on the night'S play the "worst" player was found to be "Genial Jack Walker!" The usual good attendance is re- quested for the next meeting of the Wingham Kinsmen, to be held on Fri- day, October 7th. Belgrave Community Athletic Association Building Fund • MOTHER AND BABY KILLED SATURDAY When Car Ran Into Open Ditch In Morris Township Three-mouth-old Glen Jacklin, of Brussels, was killed Saturday night, and his mother, Mrs. Margaret Jack- lin, died a half-hour later, after the car in which they were riding ran into an open ditch 3 3/4 miles west of Walton Morels and. McKillop Bound- ary. Lawrence Jacklin, the husband and driver, was taken to Seaforth Hospital, The family was driving on the township road when they ran into a ditch eight feet deep and five feet wide across the road. The Township was dredging across the road for a drainage system, Dr. E. M. McMaster, Seaforth, Huron County coroner, said "The road was clear right up to the ditch and appar- ently was not protected with barri- cades or lanterns at the time." How- ever, Dr. McMaster said there was one sign "Road Closed" which Was ap- proximately 40 feet from the edge of the ditch, "on the wrong side of the road." The car plunged into the ditch and Jacklin was successful in climbing out. He then pulled out his unzon-• scions wife and later the baby's body, He immediately went to the nearest farm house for help, and upon his re- turn, found his wife dead. A post mortem was conducted in Brussels Sunday afternoon by Dr. Luney, pathologist, of St. Joseph's Hospital, London. An inquest will be held at Walton, Wednesday, October 5th, with Dr. McMaster in charge. Provincial Constables Charles E. Salter, Blyth, and William Gardiner,. Goderich, investigated. CURLING COMMENT Work is progressing rapidly at the Curling Rink these days. Mr, William Haney gave valuable assistance ire framing the roof of the new club room. Large work parties on Friday night and Saturday afternoon levelled the cedar sills for the brine pipes and sheeted the roof. Duncan ,McDougall's men,are building the chimney and the Locke Ice Company has its men on the job. A Walkerton firm is expected to put the roofing on, on Wednesday of this week. Strong work parties will place the brine pipes ready for Weld- ing. Duncan Kennedy and his men will put the last two rows of cement blocks on the walls. Then Norm Rintoul will get at the partitions and stairways, and so the work goes towards com- pletion. It will be Nov. 1st. before the installation of the freezing unit is com- plete, but President Art Irwin and all who are working with him are looking forward eagerly to the not distant day when the Wingham Curling Club will be the centre of Curling fellowship for a wide area, Engagement Announced The engagement is announced of Evelyn Roe, daughter of Mrs. Clara. Scott and the late Mr. W. J. Scott, to James Anderson Hair, son of Mr, and Mrs. Walter Hair of Chesley. The marriage to take place in the early part of October. EVENING AUXILIARY OF UNITED CHIN The evening Auxiliary of the United Church met at the home of Mrs. R. S. Hetherington on the evening of Sept- ember 20th. Mrs. N. Keating used the theme of the Dominion Board of the Church as the theme for the Wor- ship service, "Advance Thy Church, O God, throughout the coming years," Wide as the World and Broad .as human Kind." Site was assisted by Miss Janet Murray leading in prayer, Mrs, F., L. Stuckey giving the scrip- ture reading and Mrs. C. W. Lloyd reading an editorial giving a brief out- line of the Plans and Objectives in commemorating the 25 th anniversary of Church Union, Mrs. Hiseler ren- dered as a solo the Theme hymn of the Dominion Board for 1949, 'Her- alds of Christ." The new Study Book "Growing with the Years" deals with the achievements of the United Church in, this first quarter century of her his- tory and. was written by 'Rev,. Mr. Beaton. The study of this book was. very capably introduced by Mrs, Jas, Walpole, The President, Mrs, E., Slim, conducted the business. Mrs, W. Tiffin and Mrs. W. B. Cruikshank were named as delegates to attend the Sectional Meeting of the W.M.S, to be held at Fordwich on October 14th. The meeting closed with the singing of a hymn and the Mizpah benediction, A social half hour was enjoyed, • VARIED PROGRAM EXTENSION CLASSES FOR FIRST CONCERT H, S, GLEE CLUB ELECT OFFICERS The Wingham High School Glee Club held its first meeting of the year, on Thursday, September 22nd., to elect its officers for the year 1949-50, Elected were: President, Barbara Gaunt. First Vice-Pres., Desmond Brophy Secretary, Mary Ann Cleland, Pianists, Barbara Gaunt, Ann Chain- ney, Eleanor Wightman, Currie Bur- chill. Librarians, John Lancaster, Mary Crawford, HARVEST SERVICES HELD AT ST PAUL'S Rev. A, E. Tavener Of Lucknow, Guest Speaker At Evening Service St. Paul's Anglican Church was beautifully decorated with flowers, fruit, grain and vegetables for its an- nual service of Harvest Thanksgiving. The Altar Guild of the Church artis- tically arranged these products of the soil, necessary for man's physical needs, in the church, while upon the Holy Table were placed bread and grapes symbolic of the spiritual needs of man. At the morning service, the Rector, Rev. E. 0. Lancaster spoke on the subject, "Remembering God." The an- them "Praise the Lord, 0 My Soul" was sung by the choir with Mr. Jos- eph Ellacott taking the baritone solo. The evening service was in charge of the Rev. A. E. Tavener of Luck- now, who preached an appropriate Harvest message on "Ingratitude". During the evening service, the choir sang "Thou Visited the Earth" with Mrs, Morris Swanson taking the solo part in the anthem, Mr. Roy Mundy, organist and choir leader was in charge of the special music and presided at the organ for both services. Both the Presbyterian and United Churches withdrew their evening ser- vices so as to enable their members to attend the service of Thanksgiving. CKNX very kindly broadcast both these services. Dance at Currie's School A dance in honour of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Ritchie (nee Betty Haines), will be held at Currie's Cchool on Fri- day evening, September 30th. Every- body welcome. Ladies please bring lunch, Hunting Licenses Available Hunting Licenses are now available at the Town Clerk's Office, Wingharn, Cars Sideswiped On Monday A Supertest truck driven by Ralph Hammond and a car driven, by Frank McCormick, were in collision on Mon- day when they sideswiped a couple of miles north of Wingham. Neither driver was injured but the car of Mr. McCormick which is practically new, was extensively damaged./ Juveniles Capture Title Wingham Juveniles captured the W.O.A,A. softball crown by downing Atwood 18-14 on their home diamo,nd on Saturday. Spotting Atwood six runs in the opening frame, including a homer by Young, Wingham came from behind in the seventh to score five runs and clinch the game. Machan and Gammage, also hit circuit drives./ Upper Canada Bible Society The annual meeting of the Wing- ham Branch of the Upper Canada Bible Society will be held in the Un- ited Church, on Sunday, October 2nd,, at 7 p.m, Rev. H, E. Young, District Secretary, will be present to address the meeting. After the evening ser- vice, Mr. Young will show the sound film "The Booki for the World of Tomorrow," Sunday Dinner At Brunswick Hotel Served from 12 to 1,30 and 5 to 6.30. Three choices of meat, one fowl. RESERVE ARMY TO BE EMPHASIZED Canada is heading into a new re- cruiting season for the forces and, officials say, the emphasis of the pub- licity campaign will be placed on the reserve army, The reserve forces generally are one of the big headaches of the Defence Department, They have added 5,000 men to their strength in the last year but, at 45,000, still are only a little more than half the strength of 80,000 Defence Minister Claxton has indica- ted the Government would like them to have. The recruiting drive will aim at enlisting another 7,000 men in the hod year, A very enjoyable program has been prepared for members of the Wing- ham Concert Association, on October 27th, when C.G,E, Symphonette with Howard Cable conducting will open the 1949-50 series. Howard Cable is well known to radio listeners as the conductor compoSer for C,O.E. and Comrades in Arms. The program he will conduct for this concert well illustrates his varied talents. From the "Marriage of Fig- uro" through Bach, Haydn, and De- bussy to Old Scottish Airs, Gershwin Favourites, South American Rhythms and the Arkansas Traveller, REBEKAH LODGE FORMED IN WINGHAM Officers Elected With Installation Being Held In October Plans for a Rebekah. Lodge in Wingham were completed Wednesday night and a slate of officers elected. Mrs, Jean Scott and Mrs. Stella King, both of Teeswater, were present and outlined the work of the new organi- zation. Members of the organizing committee were: William Brownlie, Chairman, J. A. Rutherford, Stewart Cowan, Roy Manuel. Mrs. Jean Aitchison was elected Noble Grand while the other officers were: Vice N.G., Mrs. Iva Ruther- ford; Recording Secretary, Mrs. Jean Trigger; Financial Secretary, Mrs. Uldene MacKenzie; Treasurer, Mrs. Olive Lewis; Chaplain, Mrs. Margaret Bennett; Warden, Mrs. Stella Cowan; Conductor, Mrs. Ann Henry; I. G., Mrs. Eva Brownlie; 0. G., Mrs. Ethel Gerrie; pianist, Mrs, Irene Corrigan; assistant, Mrs. Lola Sanderson; R.S. N.G„ Roy ,Manuel; L.S.N,G., Mrs. Verna MacDougal; L.S.V.G., Mrs. Eva Bain; R.S.V.G., Mrs. M'. Gibson. Members of the Teeswater Lodge and the General Assembly officers of Toronto, will initiate and install in October. EARLY CLOSING NOTICE Commencing Saturday, October 1st. retail stores in Wingham will ''close each Saturday night at 10 o'clock, ac- cording to Town By-Law. This early closing will remain in effect until fur- ther notice, Wingham Retail Merchants Association Quality Amber Honey 12c Per Pound In customer's containers. Filling service all week days and from 7 to 10 the following evening, Oct. 3, 6, 8, at Bizz-ee-Bee Apiaries of Garnet E. Farrier, Whitechurch, Phone 711J1, Wingham. Escapes Injury When Car Overturns y Mr. Robert Yuill, Belgrave, while motoring on the highway south of Brampton, was hit from behind, dur- ing the traffic stop, turning his car into a five foot ditch. Neither he nor his passenger were injured/Four hun- dred dollars damage was done to his car and two hundred dollars to the preceding car a well as damage to the car that hit them. This is the Ply- mouth car that was won at the Blyth Legion Draw this summer, TAG DAY FOR THE BLIND A SUCCESS The Wingham Branch of the Wo- men's Institute held its annual Tag Day for the Blind on Saturday, Sept. 24th, It was quite a financial success, $227.16 being realized. The members would like to express their appreciation to all who helped to make it so successful, to those who helped to advertise, to those who se- cured the taggers, and last, but not least, to the taggers themselves. Those who lead in the receipts were boys, Willias Walpole, Douglas Mur- ray; girls, Alice Hayden, Marilyn Reihl. In addition the following boys and girls did their "bit", Wendell Alton, Ruth Pry, Francis Dawson, John Congram, Helen Ford, Robert Lancaster, Jim Howson, Geo- rge Murray, David Carr, Marion Chittick, Lois Stacey, Earl Jenkins, Jim Newman, Charlie Scott, Billie Henderson, Douglas Lockridge, Don Murray, Walton Mckibbon, Bob Rill- tout, Peter Nasmith, Richard Pollock, David Templeman, Ken Crompton, Barbara. Edwards, Joan Loughlean, Frank Houghton, Mary P. Currie, Donald Sims, Garry Storey, Emerson Hickey, Joan Seddon, Douglas Carr, Patsy Dawson, Donelda McDonald, Malcolm McKay, Dave Rutledge, Brian Rutledge. START SATURDAY Meet Every Second Week In Wingham Public School Rugby and 'universities are synon- ymous in the popular mind. To many in this district the rugby season marks the beginning of fall studies. Extension classes are being organized through- out Central and Western Ontario by University of Western Ontario and during the coming season hundreds of citizens will improve their educa- tional standing by attending such clas- ses, These classes together with the University Summer School, attended last summer by over six hundred stu- dents, make it possible for a person to obtain a University degree while continuing to earn a living. With the increasing demands being made in the teaching profession, the civil service, industry, etc., for improved qualifica- tions, these classes are a boon to many. In Wingham, beginning Saturday, October 1st., in the Public School, two courses will be offered in Econ- omics. At 11 a.m. Piofessor Walter Harvey will begin his course on the introduction to Economics, He will consider the elementary economic concepts dealing with the production, exchange, consumption and distribu- tion of wealth, Money and banking, business cycles, full employment, lab- our problems, public finance, interna- tional trade, etc., all comes within the scope of the course, At 2 p.m. on the same day he will cover a course in Poliitical Science which deals with the state in its origin, form and activities. The working of governments, particularly those of the United Kingdom, Canada , the United States, France and Switzerland, will all be examined and critical consider- ation will be given Socialism, Com- munism and Fascism. Professor Harvey, who following his graduation from the University of Manitoba carried on further studies in the U.S.A., received his Ph. D„ from the University of Chicago, was later with the American Army in France. He had wide opportunity to observe European conditions so he brings a wealth of material and experience to his .,classes. These classes meet every second week for a total of fourteen sessions and are open not only to those seeking Permanent First Class Certificates and University Degrees but also to citizens who would widen their know- ledge in important fields, The students in the area around Wingham also have the opportunity of attending Psychol- ogy classes in Stratford. Mrs. James Seli who has been a patient in Victoria Hospital, London, for the past three weeks having under- gone a major operation, returned home last week, Group Met For Sewing The CEILIDH met to sew at the Wingham General Hospital, on Mon- day evening, September the twenty- sixth. The hostesses were Mrs. W. J. Greer and Miss Marion Simpson. Preached At Anniversary Services Rev. A. Nimmo of St, Andrew's Presbyterian Church preached Anni- versary services on Sunday at Port McNicholl. Rev. Wallace MacLean of Victoria Harbour, had charge of the morning service here. Mark 60th Wedding Anniversary Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. George Gardner, who quietly celebrat- ed their sixtieth wedding anniversary on Monday, at the home of their son- in-law and daughter, Dr. and Mrs. A. W. Irwin, Centre St. Both are enjoy- ing fairly good health and best wishes are extended for happy returns. BIRTHS BALLAGH—Born in Wingham ,Gen- eral Hospital, on. Tuesday, Septem- ber 20th, to Mr. and Mrs. James Ballagh, R. R. 2, Teeswater, a daughter. BOAK—In Wingham General Hos- pital, on Tuesday, September 27th, to Mr. and Mrs. James Boak, R. R. 1, Belgrave, a son, COYNE—In Metropolitan Hospital, Windsor, on Sunday, Sept. 25th.ct,f- Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Coyne, (nee Ruth Robinson) a daughter, Sharon Audrey, McLENNAN—In Wingham General Hospital, on Tuesday, September 27th, to Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Mc- Lennan, R, R. 4, Wingham, a dau- ghter. MUNNOCH—In Wingham General Hospital, on Tuesday, September 27th, to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Mutt- rioch, Wingham,, daughter, P Wittgham General Hospital, ott Thursday, September 22nd., to Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Pardon, Belgrave, sa son. MAILING LISTS WERE CORRECTED The Advance-Times Mailing Lists were corrected on Monday and all payments received up to 10 a.m. - should be credited, Subscribers are asked to look at their labels to see if proper credit has been given, If an error has occurred please notify this office as SOUI1 as possible. CROSSETT MERCURYS WIN GROUP TITLE Defeated Centralia Flyers On Monday In the Seventh Game 10-1. One of the best crowds of the sea- son were on hand on Monday night for the seventh and final game for the group title, when Crossett Mercurys defeated Centralia Flyers 10-1, and the right to meet Port Elgin for the W. O.A.A. Senior A. Softball Champion- ship, with the first game being played here tonight (Wednesday.) Wilfred Seli started the scoring with a home run in' the first inning. In the second on a walk and 3 hits, three more runs were added, After al- lowing 9 hits in three and a third innings, Thornton, Centralia pitcher, was replaced by Grayer, who only al- lowed 2 hits in the remainder of the game. Tommy Jardine pitched one of his best games allowing 8 scattered hits. The umpires, Jerry Schmidt and Charlie LeClair of Sarnia, were the best seen here this season, and we understand have been secured for the championship series. Wingham—Templeman cf, Crewson lb, Sell ss, Groves c, Gardner 3b, Jar- dine p, Aitchison 2b, McCammon If, Loughlean rf. eCntralia—Carragher 3b, Stockford rf, Grayer p, Armstrong c, Hammond cf, Thornton p, rf, Andrews lf, Walker 2b, Weinber ss, Millar lb. R H E Centralia 000 001 000 1 8 5 Wingham 131 203 00x 10 11 1 Notice To Hydro Consumers Notice is_ given to Hydro Consum- ers in Town of Wingham and sur- rounding Rural Areas that Hydro will be off from 2.30 to 4.30 p.m. on Sun- day, October 2nd. Barber Shop Closing Notice Henderson's Barber Shop will ibe closed for three days, Monday, Tues- day and Wednesday of next week. Will Attend MacDonald Institute Miss Jean Adair left on Thursday for 'Guelph, where she will attend MacDonald Institute to study House- hold Economics. / Institute Euchre, Oct. 14th. The Women's Institute will hold a Progressive Euchre in the Wing- ham Armouries, on Friday evening, October 14th. Admission 35 cents. Lunch served. Time Change Caused Confusion In our last issue we announced' that Daylight Saving would end at Sunday Midnight, After the paper was pub- lished the Town Council changed it's decision advancing the time 24 hours, As a consequence some confusion re- sulted Sunday morning with a number arriving at church an hour early. Children's Aid Society Of Huron County The extension and increasingly competent handling of the work of the Children's Aid Society of Huron Conuty received tnost gratifying com- ments from the Department of Public Welfare in their annual report and inspection. During the year the staff was increased and numerous donations of childrens' clothing were received from County organizations. Several Board members attended the annual convention of Children's Aid Societies in Toronto. Dance At Royal T. You are welcome at the Royal T on Saturday night for your dancing pleasure from 9.30 to 12. Garnet Farrier's 5 piece band, BAPTISMAL AT UNITED CHURCH A baptismal service was held in the United Church on Sunday morning, When Rev. W. A. Beecroft baptized the following children: Nancy Marie Casemore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Casemore; Lynda Marie Rea- vie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Reavie; Kerry William Stuckey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Emery Stuckey; Paul Victor Tiffin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tiffin; Gillian Grace Dyble, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phil Dyble; Thomas George Miller, son of Mr, and Mrs. DeWitt Miller, Supplementary list No. 6 of dona- tions to the Belgrave Community Centre. Previously acknowledged, $7873.17; Cecil Armstrong, $2.00; Harold Vincent, $10.00; R. H. Shaw, London, Ontario, $5.00; Harvey Black, $1.00; C. Mer\kley, $5.00; Joe Miller, $5.00; Calvin Robinson, $1.00; Leslie Wightman, $10.03; Lloyd Mont- gomery, $10.00; Cecil Coultes, $10.00; Claire and Sandra Chantney (proceeds of Pony Rides),, $10.00; C, H. Wade, (proceeds of Poultry Draw) $25.00; John W. Hanna, M.P.P., $20.00; Robt. Yuill, $25.00; C. R. Coultes, (Bel- grave, $6.00, Total, $8018.20. L. Vannan, Treasurer. LIONS CLUB HEARD INTERESTING TALK Dr. Geo. W. Howson Tells Of His Recent Trip Overseas The regular Lions dinner was held at the Brunswick Hotel on Friday evening with a good attendance. Through courtesy of Lion Geo, How- son, all the Lions were presented with a fine sprig of heather and Tailtwisters Gord, Buchanan and Art Irwin prom- ptly collected a fine from everyone except those wearing plaid ties, Flow- ers on the tables were found to be resting in Rexall bowls and for this subtle advertising, Lion Jack McKib- bon was promptly faced with the fine box, Lion Omar Haselgrove was request- ed to sing "The Man on the Flying Trapeze" in connection with a recent episode at Elora but he claimed that too much time had passed since he was caught on the swings there. The Club joined in "Happy Birthday to You" when it was learned that this was Lion Emery Stuckey's birthday. President Clayt, Gammage welcomed Mr. Alan Bennett, guest of the Club, Lion George Howson was presented with an extra slice of pie and a carv- ing fork and was requested to demon- strate how pie would be.eaten in Paris. He promptly favored with a very good shoWing and the pie disappeared. Secretary Bill Conron read a letter of appreciation from Miss Helen Machan for the prize awarded her for her standing in her exams. Secretary Bill also thanked Lions for remem- brances sent him while he was in Westminster Hospital. Past President Wilf, French pre- sented Lion Bill Tiffin with a Past President's button and expressed the appreciation of the Club for the fine manner in which Lion Bill had carried out the President's duties during his term. Lion Bill thanked the Club and stated that he was glad to have the opportunity of being President. President Clayt. Gammage reported that Lion Bill Connell was still con- fined to hospital but expected to be out again shortly. Lion Tamer Jack Reavie assisted by Lion Harold Vic- tor Pym at the piano, led in a vig- orous sing song. President Clayt. called upon Lion George Howson to give an account of his recent trip to England and the Continent. Lion George then proceeded with a very interesting account of his trip from the time lie left on the Aquitania until he returned to Malton airport. The crossing took 6 1/2 days and all the time at sea was taken up with games, movies and other entertain- ment.. They landed at Southampton and went to Surbiton, a suburb some 18 miles out of London. Each day they took a train into London and the trip was made in 15 minutes, He found that some 2000 trains enter and leave Waterloo station every 24 hours. Many people working in London live out in the suburbs due to the difficulty of securing accommodation in the city. They accomplished most of their sightseeing in London by walking. One of the impressive sights was the stained glass memorial window for airmen lost in -the recent war. This was located at Westminster Abbey. They also visited St, Paul's Cathedral and the whispering gallery. The base of the dome was 130 feet across and a whisper carried from one side to the other along the dome. Bomb damage was quite noticeable everywhere. The houses of Parliament were badly damaged. At the end of the week, they cross- ed from Dover to Calais and went to Hazetbrouck. After touring the city they went to Arras and made this their headquarters travelling out of the city by ear. Many places were visited which would be promptly recalled from the first war. Lion George read from a sign board in Arras names, Neuville St. Vaase, Mont St. Eloi, Camblain l'Abbe, Bruay, Barlin, Vimy, Aix Noulette and many other familiar places. The cemeteries were beautifully kept and he visited the grave of his brother, Richard How- son at Aix Noulette, The Vito Mem- orial was found to be in excellent con- dition and a very impressive memor- ial. Trees were planted along Virrty and it was hard to distinguish the exact ground but the plains were still prominent extending down to Letts. He moved to Paris and on a Sun- day decided to visit Versailles, This happened to be a festival occasion and they had an opportunity of attend- ing in the evening in a huge ampi- threatre seating, 100,000. Tableaux were performed on a stage across an artificial lake and after, the fountains were turned on with coloured lights playing on them. A tbur of the palace was made. Many of the historic places In Paris were visited and a trip was made up the Eiffel tower. On leaving Paris a trip was made to the Norman- dy beachhead and to Caen, The land- (Continued on page eight) 11 1 1 1 ) 11 1 1 1 1 1 M i l l i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i t t :c o