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idafx," -a-Mr. Luther C. Kerr of Winnipeg,
spent the week-end with his Barents,
Mr. and Mrs, J, J, Kerr,
—Mr Walter Wright of Wroxeter,
has purchased the property of Mrs.
Ethel Finley of Wingham.
-Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Beecroft are
in Kingston this week for the Theo-
logical Alumini Conference,
---Mr. and Mrs, Harry Bates and
daughter, Barbara, of Detroit, visited
Mrs, Angus over the week-end.
—Miss Wilma Fisk of Wingham,
spent the week-end with Miss Shirley
Casemore at her home in Kinloss.
—Mr. and Mrs. Dick Hewes and
Mary Jane of Wetland, spent the
week-end with Mr, and Mrs. Bert
Armstrong.
—Miss Marion Irwin of Western
University, spent the week-end at the
home of her parents, Dr. and Mrs.
A. W. Irwin.
--Mr. and Mrs. H. J, Fensham and
daughter, Linda, of Toronto, spent
the week-end at the home of Mrs.
Fensham's parents, Mr, and Mrs. Jas.
Smith, Carling Terrace.
N'orman Rintoul left on Friday
night by air from Melton, to spend
a week in New ;Oda Mrs. Rintoul
and children accompanied him to
Mahon,
—Mr. and Mrs. Lester Saunders of
Kingsville spent the week-end at
the home of her sister, Mrs. W. H.
Gurney, John St.
—Mr. and Mrs. George Carroll and
their two sons of Toronto, spent the
week-end at the home of her parents,
Mr. and Mrs, William Field,
—Mrs. Horace Aitchison spent the
past week in London and attended
the Area convention as a delegate
from the local Women's Institute„held
in the Hotel London,
—Mr. and Mrs, Tony Obermeyer
are moving from their apartment in
Bristol Terrace, and will live in Kit-
chener, where Mr. Obermeyer has al-
ready commenced work with his bro-
ther, V. J. Obermeyer.
—Mr. and Mrs. Ken Somers and
family of Midland, were in town over
the week-end and have gone to Lon-
don to visit Mr. Somers' father, Mr.
D. W. Somers, formerly of Wingham,
who is undergoing treatment in the
hospital there.
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IN THE POULIOT
By AL FORBERG
Sports Editor
For Wingham the day was black in more ways than one but the boys
proved one very important thing and that is they are a team. With the loss
of Bud Lott many expected the team to fold completely, but it wasn't so.
They were in scoring position twice and only fumbles kept them front scor-
ing. Keith Anderson was used a great deal and was always good for yards.
We still think that the locals could beat Seaforth and will go a long way out
on the proverbial limb, to call the next two games for Wingham.
QUOTES FROM THE DAILIES—
To back up our contentions about coaching young football players in the
fundamentals of the game we turn to a story in the Toronto Evening Tele-
gram by STAN HOUSTON: "Larry Sullivan, coacher of Hamilton Cathedral
High's aspirants to the Ted Reeve Trophy in the Red Feather football tourna-
ment, is fundamentally a football coach, Consequently Hamilton Cathedral
Gaels have their football fundamentals more polished than perhaps any other
outfit that has to date mixed in the Feather Bowl and are accordingly valtaiaak..
buzzing distance of the Ontario Inter-scholastic title after last rtightlne:Witr--•
nu-opening double-headers at the C.N.E. Yet the judges could hardly miss
selecting Cathedral Gaels as the outstanding performers. Excellent run-
ning, ball-handling, tackling and blocking were all in Cathedral's favour as
Sullivan's outfit proved it had grasped the fundamentals. It has long been
the moan of Intercollegiate coaches that they receive nothing but raw muscle
from Ontario's high schools and they'll point to this any time someone asks
why Canada isn't developing mere ace gladiators to crowd Amerks out of
senior clubs."
On the subject of officiating, JACK PARKS of the London Free Press
sounds off thusly: "Football officiating is a good paying job when a fellow
gets into the senior leagues. However, getting work in that select circle is
something else again. Most of the senior officials in the East, and this in
even those in the Big Four, get their appointments more because of
whom they know titan because of what they know. Take a look at the list
for the proof of the pudding. The fellows entrusted with the big games today
are the same as those who held the jobs ten years ago. It is tough for a
good, young official to get a break. . . . When football has made so many
strides in the past decade one would think that an effort would be made to
improve the officiating. Unless we have been misinformed, there is no such
thing as a school or training camp for officials or even such a thing as a
rating board to find out whether the officials even know the rules. They just
get appointments.
LEICKNOW ORITUA RY—
It is an awful temptation to say "I told you so," after Lucknow' ,bopped
out of the finals with Walkerton. Not being in possession of the facts of
the case, we don't feel qualified to cast any criticism at our neighbours to
the west, but we do feel definitely that if Lucknow didn't intend to finish the
series they might better have let Wingham play Walkerton. Wingham does
keep right on fighting right up to the bitter end. . . . Like to borrow a cry-
ing towel, fellows? We'll be returning that get-well card by pony express
to the Lucknow "Big Four".
WEDNESDAY, ocr.roogn sist„ IJfii
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the funeral at Poplar Hill Baptist
Church on Thursday. Interment was
made in Poplar Hill cemetery. Mr. and
Mrs. Roy Manual were also present
at the funeral.
ENGAGEMENT
Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Brydges, Bel-
grave, announce the engagement of
their daughter, Margaret Elizabeth,
to Mr. William C. Johnstone, son of
Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Johnstone, Luck-
now. The marriage to take place in
November 31x
TIME TO SMILE
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cooks were pe.mployN1 et a Canadian jlber
The owner, a stickler for business-
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figures. Time is money. Remember
Fair, which takes place Nov, 13-21.
The foreman's next monthly report Every year 8,000 head of poultry
read: are exhibited at the Royal Agrieult.
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as well as a fine selection of other
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Uncle Passes
In Strathroy
• Albert E. McKay, 84, passed away
• in Strathroy Hospital. on Tuesday,
October 23rd, Mr, McKay was an
ralluncle of H. P. Carmichael, Wingham
I merchant and member of the town
fai council, and raised Mike from the
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MOST ORIGINAL COSTUME
Parade will be led by the 21st A.T. Regt, Band.
Entertainment by Johnny Brent & his GKNX Boys
Prizes for Costumes:
1st and 2nd prizes for the following groups:
Under 10 and over 10
Under 10 and over 10
Under 10 and over 10
Under 10 and over 10
. Under 10 and over 10
Under 10 and over 10
.........1st and 2nd
LIONS' HALLOWE'EN PA
New Selection of famous
"Martha Washington"
HOUSE DRESSES
SEE THEM THIS WEEK
at the Town Hall
Wednesday, October 31st
Be at Town Park at 7.00 p.m., parade will
S leave at 7.15. Arrive at Town Hall 7.30
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a ham cheerleaders stuck it out right Lancaster, assisted by the executive
i through the rain and gave their team council are launching their annual
i fine support. "Salesmanship Week," throughout the
E school district during the next two
SI Congratulations kids! The locals even days.
LII have an accordian-playing cheer = This plan, which is sponsored by
• leader now. Lots of talent too! We I the MacLean-Hunter Publishing Com-
-1-ii must admit that, although the Sea-' pany, and which has proven immense-
forth squad have only two female II 'cheerleaders, they more than make-
up for their lack of numbers in
beauty and enthusiasm. Wow, the
male cheerleaders don't count.
Now comes Clinton in a game at
Wingham park and a win by our
boys will put them back in the run-
ning. See you there!
The weather had a lot to do with
the fumbles and there were lots of
them. Even the officials couldn't get
together on their decisions, the re-
feree being a lone wolf, However it
didn't change the fact that the local
high school boys just couldn't make
a scoring play. In the first quarter
Wingham pushed Seaforth all over
the field and were definitely the bet-
ter team but they didn't get any
points. Seaforth didn't miss as many
opportunities and scored their first
touchdown in the second quarter,
leading 6-0 at half time. The play got
worse as the weather got dirtier, and
rain fell in torrents.. The out-of-tetvn•
ers took command of the situation
and a second T.D., which was uncon-
verted, brought them away out in
front at 11-0. So ended the game with
feelings running high and most of
the players got into the act after the
game and enjoyed themselves push-
ing each other around. Cool heads in-
tervened and everybody went home
thoroughly wet and disgusted, de-
pending on which side they were on.
On the brighter side, it was en-
couraging to see some of the Wing-
ham boys play their hearts out and
chief of these was Keith Anderson,
who was used very often and whD
made some nice plays. Des Brophy
hit the line for some good plunges
and John Hanna carried the burden
of kicking, getting away some fine
boots, despite a treacherous field and
a slippery ball. Neil Stainton made
some hard, clean tackles and was
generally handy on the field. Capt-
ain Murray Carrie kept his team in
there fighting until the very last play.
It was a gloomy day last Wednes-
day, both from the standpoint of the
weather and the trimming taken by
the local High School football squad
at the hands of a sharp Seaforth I
team and a not-so-sharp referee, The
final tally was indicative of the one-
sided contest 11-0. Jacobi at quarter- The Wingham. District High School twelve are busily engaged holding hack
back was outstanding for Seaforth a Seaforth plunge in the above photo, taken at the town park. Wingham tied
and his passes were responsible for the first game with the Seaforth squad but lost the second. -Staff photo.
setting-up all their points.
RAIN AND OPPOSITION
GIVE LOCALS BAD DAY
--Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Ewing and
family of Collingwood, spent the 1
week-end with their parents, Mr. and!,
Mrs. R. Q. Gannett.
- Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Smith of De- •
troit, were visitors for a few days
this week with Mr. and Mrs. John
Cruickshank of Wingham,
--Vlsiting with Mrs. Irwin Merrick
last week-end were her mother, Mrs.
John Munro of Uxbridge and her klis-
ter, Mrs. Harold Clark, with Mr.
Clark and their family, also of Ux-,
bridge.
On the still brighter side, the Wing-
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H. S. STUDENTS
CAMIUN
The students of Wingham District
'High School under the direction of
H. Knight, the faculty adviser, and
the Student Council president, John
ly successful in schools throughout
Canada, enables the students to ob-
tain money for many extra-carricular
activities, at the school, as well as
providing funds for athletic equip-
ment, educational tours, and many
worthwhile activities,
Citizens of this community are be-
ing given the opportunity through
this plan to assist the high school
Action on the Gridiron
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Eleven Baptized on
Sunday at United
At a baptismal service in Wingham
United Church on Sunday morning.1
Rev. Dr. W. A. Beecroft christened
the following children: Mary Julia,
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alton
Adams; Kendra Lynn, daughter of '
Mr. and Mrs. Win. Rowland; Patricia!
Ann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russel
Zurbrigg; Bruce Malcolm, son ofMr.
and Mrs. Dohald Cameron; William
Randall, son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew
Douglas; David Brian, son of Mr. and ;
Mrs. Fred Ohm; Douglas Robert, son
of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fletcher;
Monty Frederick, son of Mr, and Mrs,
Freddie Templeman; Larry Norman,
son of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Gordon;
Norman Murray, son of Dr. and Mrs,'
Murray McLennan; Paul George, son
of Mr. and Mrs. George Guest.
Eight World Champions will be
awarded at the Royal Agricultural
Winter Fair's seed, grain and hay
show, which will take place Nov. 13-
21.
About 17,000 entries are made every
Year at the Royal Agrienitural Winter
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OFTICIALs AGAIN
Everyone has had a crack at the officiating in the Big Four and the In-
VI-collegiate football during the past month and now we have an excus+, to
act in to the act,
The last high school game at Seaforth, under the worst conditions,
brought some very glaring errors to the fore. The referee, who was not a
local man, seemed to think that he could tall the game without any aid from
his two assistants on the field. Time and again he disregarded their ad-
vice on plays which he couldn't possibly see himself. It was very demoralizing
for the young players to see the officials arguing over decisions right in front
of them and many of them were consequently confused. To this dictator at-
titude on the part of the referee lies the most blame for the rhubarb that
broke out after the game and several times during the play,
There should certainly be agreement amongst officials and any argil-
m.ents amongst themselves should be carried on out of the player's hearing.
If any official feels a lack of confidence in his assistants he should iron out
his problems with them before the game and not during it.
POOR coAcivtNG,
Seaforth had the better team on Wednesday but there were odds in their
favour which should never have been. Time and time again when a penalty
was called on them for a very obvious offence, they would ask, "What was
that for?" Why hasn't their coach instructed them before this? Seaforth
hasn't yet lost a game and yet they don't know the rules. Seems strange
doesn't it? Seaforth may win in this league, the way it looks, and what will
happen to them if they meet some team from southern Ontario where the
officials are tougher? They'll likely be penalized out of the game. These rules
were made for a purpose; to make football a better game and to protect the
players. When they are disregarded, injuries occur and the game suffers.
Football, for our money is one of the best character-developing games there
is and we feel it is good for our youth.
Take for example what happened in the very last play at Seaforth. Sea-
forth kicked and with seconds to go a Wingham back caught the ball. Before
it had been gathered-in by the player, three Seaforth players hit hint with
a sickening thud and we thought for sure there would he a badly injured man
alter that. The Seatorth H.S. fans thought that was wonderful, even thought
they had won the game, and cheered wildly. Is that the kind of instruction
they get in the game from their coach? If it is they had better forget about
the game altogether. For one thing the receiver was given no yards, which is
a rule designed to protect a player catching a ball while he is off-balance.
Secondly unnecessary roughness was used on the play, Both of which would
have been good for penalties if it hadn't been the last play of the game. Sea-
forth won the game 11-0, but they really lost in sportsmanship.
On the happier side, there are two or three Seaforth players who deserve
a lot of credit. First and foremost of these is Jacobi, their quarterback, who
is not only a fine athlete, but he has a cool head in the tough spots. .Let's
hope that he doesn't get spoiled by poor coaching so that if he does go to
University he won't have some poor habits which will make him useless to
an Intercollegiate team. With his ability he has the makings of a star
quarter, We're pulling for you fellow, Others who stood out are Mac-
Millan and Roland,
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Wingham Advance -Times
BIRTHS
CORRIGAN—At Wingham General
Hospital, on Friday, October 26th.,
to Mr. and Mrs. Alex Corrigan, R.
R. 1, Bluevale, a daughter, (baby
expired October 27th.)
PERROTT—At Wingham General
Hospital, on Monday, October 29,
to Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Perrott,
Wingham, a son,
BROOKS—At Wingham General Hos-
pital, on Monday, October 29th., to
Mr. and Mrs. John Brooks, Wing-
ham, a daughter.
LODER--At Wingham General Hos-
pital, on Tuesday, October 30th., to
Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Loder, R. R. 2,
Wingham, a son.
GIBSON—At Wingham General Hos-
pital ,on Tuesday, October 30th., to
Mr. and Mrs. Crawford Gibson,
Wroxeter, a son.
FEAR- -At Clinton Community Hos-
pital, on Wednesday, October 24th.,
to Mr. and Mrs. Robert M, Fear
(nee Flora Coulter), R. R. 3, Blyth,
a son.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Mr. and Mrs. Crawford Gibson of
Wroxeter, wish to announce the birth
of their son, Crawford Brian, on
Tuesday, October 30th., in the Wing-
ham General Hospital. Mother and
son doing well, 31x
N.S. RUGBY DANCE
FILLS ARMOURIES
By Eleanor Wightman
On Friday evening, October 26th,
the W.D.H.S. rugby dance was held
in the Wingham Armouries, Music
was supplied by Slim Boushay and
his orchestra, Any fears on the part
of students or teachers as to their
not being a good turnout, were quick-
ly dispelled for there was a record
attendance. There were really too
many to make it pleasant for danc-
ing, Unless you played part of a rug-
by player as did captain Murray Ger-
rie, and went charging through the
line you probably got your tootsies
tramped on, But not so Murray, he
did the tramping.
There were students present from
Godcrich, Seaforth and Clinton to add
to our number. We were glad to see
so many of the teachers there enjoy-
ing themselves.
Most popular male was Ray Lott.
He couldn't dance but he wasn't left
alone for a minute. The proceeds
(and there were some for a change)
of the dance go to him, We all wish
him a speedy recovery but realize
it will take time. Broken ankles don't
mend over night, as much as we wish
they could.
During the evening a spot dance
was held. The winning couple was
Shirley McPhee of Seaforth and John
Hanna. Now we understand why
John spends so much time at Sea-
forth. By lunch time everyone must
have been hungry, for dough-nuts,
pop and chocolate milk disappeared
rapidly. One o'clock came all too
soon for many. I think everyone
agrees that it was one of the best
dances W.D.H.S. has had. We're look-
ing forward to many more in the fut-
ure.
Sectional Meeting
Held at Ethel
The sectional meeting of Maitland
Presbyterial was held Tuesday after-
noon, October 23, in Ethel Presbyter-
ian church. Mrs. Guthrie Reid of
Teeswater was in charge of the meet-
ing. There was a good attendance
from the Auxiliaries to hear Mrs. A.
Meauley's report of the council meet-
ing that was held in First. Presbyter-
ian Church, Regina, Sept, 25th. 28th.
The key note of the report was "Have
faith to go Forward under God's
Guidance and the seemingly impos-
sible will be accomplished. The same
thought was brought out by the de-
votional meditations of the meeting.
Lunch was served at the close of
the meeting and a social time enjoyed
by all.
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