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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1953-01-21, Page 14 CAPITAL—Lucknow has a new claim to fame. Friday night we heard it referred to as the capital of Kinloss. Wonder where the parliamnt build- ings are located? 0 - 0 - 0 RINK IN LONDON—A Wingham rink skipped by Harley,, Crawford, curled in the London Bonspiel last week and finished fourth. They only lost two out of their six games, one by a single and the other by an extra end. As one of the member's of the rink stated, "They knew Harley was there." ATTENTION - VETERANS Ex-Service Men and Women and Dependents. The Caseadian Legion Service Bureau Officer, Mr. A. M. Forbes, London, Ontario, will be visiting Branch No. 180, Wingham on January 23, 1953 in the morning. Any one wishing information, ad- vice or assistance, regarding War Disability Pensions, Treatment, Al- lowances, etc„ is requested to contact the Service Officer or Secretary of the local Branch, Geo. Williams, to arrange an interview. BRIDGE CLUB There were seven tables in play at the monthly master point game. The winners of whole and fractional mas- ter points were: North and South: 1. Mrs, A. R. Du- Val and Mrs. W. H. French; 2. Mrs. H. Campbell and V. Dittmer; 3. Miss M. Johnston and Mrs. H, C. MacLean. East and West: 1, Mrs._ R. R. Hob:- -den and Miss Y. McPherson; 2. Mrs. .J. H. Crawford and W. H. French; 3. Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and Mrs. F. A. Parker. United Church Choir Elects Officers The choir of the Wingham United Church met in the church on Thurs- day, January 15th., and the following officers for 1953 were elected: Hon. Pres., R. Zurbrigg; pres., Mrs. C. Hodgins; vice-pres., Stan Hiseler; Sec., Mrs. Roy Bennett; Treas., Caro- line Wellwoocl; Gown corm, Miss Janet Murray, Mrs, E. Lewis; Social cone, Mrs. A, Lunn, Mrs. K. Kerr, Miss Cora Gannett; Flower and gift corn., Mrs. E. Lewis, Mrs. N. Keating, Mrs. Geo. Howson; sopranos, Mrs. N. Keat- ing, Mrs. E. Shera; alto, Mrs. W. Me- Cool; tenor, Norman Keating; bass, Russell Zurbrigg. The choir is under the leadership of Alan Bennett. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. A. M Harris, Wrox- eter, wish to announce the engage- ment of their daughter, Meryl 'Jean, to Redmond Alexander MacDonald, son of Mrs. MacDonald and the late Alexander MacDonald of Wingham. The wedding to take place the end of January. 21* ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BLUEVALE PRESBYT. CHURCH The Annual Meeting of the Blue- vale Presbyterian Church will be held on Friday evening. Pot Luck supper at 7 o'clock. 21b ANNUAL MEETING OF TURNBERRY FEDERATION Turnberry Federation of Agricul- tureare holding their Annual Meet- ing at Gilmour'e School, 'Thursday, January 29, 1953, at 8,30 p.m. 21:28' SLIDES AT CURRIE'S SCHOOL FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 Frank Fields will show slides of his trip to Mexico and a hunting trip to Northern Ontario on Friday, Jan- uary 23rd. Pictures start at 8.30, p.m. Dance following. Ladies please bring lunch. 21* LADIES' AUXILIARY EVIC/H/tE The Ladies' Auxiliary to the * ;Alan Legion are holding a Euchre in the Legion Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 2ist at 8.80 pan. Good prizes and lunch served, 21b cARD PARTY A card Party will be held in the Saered Heart Parish Mail on Monday, jatittaxy 26th. Games to cornMonte at 8.30 pan, Good prizeS. LUneli will be served. Admission 350. 21b The WOAA served notice at a meet- ing, held on Sunday in Wingham, that they would not tolerate rough play and promised severe penalties for any rule infractions. This announcement came after decisions were handed out on three cases before them for considration. Ferguson Roland, of the Seaforth Juveniles was suspended for the next three league games in his group. He was also strongly reprimanded by Pre- sident Hugh Hawkins for his part in the stick-swinging affray when he struck a Lucan player over the head with his stick in a game with that team. Robert Watson Suspended Robert Watson of Lucan Intermed- iates was suspended until such time as Al Nicholson, injured Hensall de- fenceman is able to return to the line- up, Nicholson suffered a serious face injury when he was struck by Wat- son during the game. In addition when Nicholson does return, Watson's suspension will carry over into three more league games. Should Nicholson be unable to return this season, Wat- son will stand suspended for the first three games of the 1953-54 season. Watson also received a severe repri- mand from Harry Doughty, first vice- president. The protest lodged by the Lucan club against Hensall concerning, the game of January 9th., was disallowed. Elmer Byers, of Millbank, who was suspended last February 4th, for his attack on a referee while playing for Poole, will be reinstated in good standing as of February 1st, Byers, who was under two year suspension, was given a strong reprimand by Nelson Hill, third vice-president of the WOAA. Brother Dies In England Mrs. Percy Harris, of town, received the sad news last week of the death of her brother, Charles Utting, who died on Sunday, January ltth, at Hethersett, near Norwich, nngialld. He was a veteran of the first war and Will be remembered by softie of the Wingham boys Who met him while in England during the last War. EUCHRE SUCCESSFUL On Friday evening last, the Insti- tute held a euchre in the coattail chamber. There were twenty.two tab- les in play. The prize winners were: ladies, His Annie McBurney and Mrs, goy 1Vtundy; gentlemen, Mr. Joseph Brophy and Mr. Win, Haney, The W. t wishes to thank all who attended, With which is amalgamated the GO/TIC Vidette and Wrozeter News baeription $2.50 Per Year; Be p 47 cop? WINGHAM, QNTAJUQ. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 1953 PHEASANT SEEN—A large golden ring-necked pheasant was seen in a garden at Be/grave last week. It spent 15 minutes looking for its dimmer. 0 - 0 - 0 SPEAK SOFTLY—Chairman Fred Davidson was taken to task for speaking too softly at the Hospital Board annual meeting by DKr, Bee- croft who hoped "that our harsh voices won't startle anyone." Replied Mr, Davidson. "We're used to speak- ing softly around the hospital!' 0 - 0 - 0 PROGRESS—Burke Electric now boast the first flashing electric sign in Wingham—not to be confused with a stop light. DEER INJURED, ALONG THE MAIN DRAG TRUCK DAMMED Y The Pedestrian WOAA CHAMPS DOWN ON ROUGH PLAY A deer was injured on Wednesday evening when it smashed into a truck driven by Kee Johnston, son of Sper- ling Johnston, pf Morris Township. Mr, Johnson was on his way home from Fordwieh with a group of Bel- grave hockey players when two deer crossed the road ahead of them, A third followed and crashed into the side of the truck; Some damage was done to the truck door. The mishap occurred north of Bluevale, on Highs way 87. Ontario Arena Assoc. Forms Bianch at Wingham Meeting Music Expensive A motion was also passed at the meeting to take a stand with Com- posers' and Authors' 'Association and to retain a lawyer who is presenting the arenas' case at Ottawa. The in- creasing demands of the Association was the main topic of discussion and the feeling was that estand be taken so as to obtain a fair and equitable rating as far as paying for the use of recorded music is concerned. It was decided also that the Assoc- iation should again issue certificates of membership. Ammaday, skating was discussed and it was found that some arenas are successful with this and gain revenue through a collection. It was felt that most ministerial associations had no objection to Sunday skating if there is no admission charge and if it does- n't interfere with Sunday School. Stick to Schedule A point made clear by Hugh Hawk- ins, president of the WOAA, is that the arenas have got to stick to their schedules with the minor hockey teams, the same as with Intermediate, Senior or Junior. Some, it was alleged, were not doing this, Wins Butter judging Award Mr, 50 Present Mrs.,Wm, Birtch Funeral Today Mrs. William Birtch, the former Maude Davis, passed away in Wing- ham General Hospital, on Monday. Resting at Currie's Funeral Home. Wingham. Funeral service will be held from St. Paul's Anglican Church, Wingham, at 2.30 p.m., Wednesday, January 21st., with internment in Wingham cemetery. Committee Formed to Plan for Wing As Hospital Association Holds Meeting At a meeting of the Ontario Arenas' Association, held in Wingham on Sunday, it was decided to form a district branch of the association, with its own executive, to govern the pol- icy of arenas in this area. Earl Gray, of Wailkerton, was named chairman to call a meeting of all the arenas at a central point at which an exec- utive will be elected. ' This move was' taken when it was claimed that some arenas were charg- ing less than others, particularly fore practice time. The standard rates are set by the Ontario Arenas' Associa- tion. Miller Davis, of the Hohadale Creamery, Mr, Rod McIntosh and Mr, Percy Harris, of the Maitland Creamery, attended the annual con- ventien of the Dairymen's Association of Western Ontario, held at Hamil- ton last wee in the butter k, Pere won, first prize judging competition also the special awarded by prim, two silver cups the Cherry Burrell Cor- poration of Canada for the highest aggregate score in butter judging and cream grading/ The first positive step towards the construction of a $450,000, bed chronic Patient's wing at the Wingham Gen- eral Hospital was taken at the annual meeting of the hospital board Friday night, with the forming of a 14 man committee to study ways and means of building the addition, It was the best-attended meeting in the memory of many and discussion was interest- ing and infdrmative. Members of the fact-finding com- mittee are: G, Radford, Blyth; C Thompson, Lucknow; Knowlson Hues- ton, Gorrie; A. Worrell, Teeswater; B. Gaunt, West Wawanosh; 3% Willits, Turnberry; Wm. Elston, Morris; W Todd, Brussels; Mayor De Witt Miller, Wingham; Michael McPhail, Wing- ham; Rev. H. L. Parker, Wingham; R, E, Armitage, Wingham; Charles R. Coultes, Belgrave; W. T. Cruickshank. Wingham. 75 Daily Average Mrs. I. Money, superintendent, in her report, painted to the average daily figure 'of 75 patients in a 48 bed hospital with an all-time high On December 27th, of 100,A panel dis- Thomas, Dr. W. A. 1VIcKibbon, Clay- ton Gammage; Agriculture, Frank Thompson, chairman, J. A. Little, Les- lie Fortune, Ernest Casemore and Thos. Henderson, W. A. Galbraith was reappointed to the post of secretary-treasurer and Chief Constable J. H, Irwin again re- ceived the appointment of truant of- ficer for this year. John Baby, a janitor at the High School, has been retired owing to ill health and a letter of thanks will be sent to him es well as full pay for the month of January. Communications were read frorn Goderich and Listowel stating their intention to continue to pay for stud- ents from their districts attending W,D.II,S. Principal's Report In his report, Principal W. S. Hall revealed that attendance in December with 899 pupils enrolled averaged 93,27%. There Would be more absent in January lie felt because of the pre- valence of flu and colds, A school con- cert has been planned for the 19th and 20th of P'ebruary, Mr. Hall also recommended the setting-up of an agricultural committee because of the increasing importance of agriculture. Only new addition to the board this yeat is Harold A. Thomas, of Brussels, replacing U, A. Bairn. Other members Of the board and the areas they repro , seat aret James Armstrong, Grey; Ernest Casernore, Kinloss; Leslie Fortune, Turnberry; C. Garnmage, Wingham; Thos.Headerson, Morris; .1. A. Little, Calross; A. H. MeTavish, Teeswater; A, D. MacWilliam, Hilton County; Dr. W. A. MeKibbon, Wing- ham Public School Board; 3. H. Wylie, Howick; Frank 'Thompson, East Wa- wattesh, CHAMBER OF COYIMERCE SHIFTS INTO GEAR Wingham Chamber of Commerce committee chairmen were named on Monday night; A membership canvass will be undertaken as soon as cards, stickers and seals arrive. Committees and their chairmen are: Rural Relations—Rod Macintosh; Membership—W. T. Cruickshank, Tourist and Publicity—D+ arl Hamilton; Industrial—Via Dittmer; Civic Af- fa,irs—Elmer Wilkinson; National Af- fairs—Norm Welwood; Program—J. P. McKibben. Chairmen will report at the Febru- ary 9th meeting on the membership for each committee. Wroxeter Boy Injured Roy Simmonds, 22, son of Mr. and Mrs: Joe Simmonds, Wroxeter North suffered painful injuries on Wednes- day of last week. Roy, employed by Davidson's well drillers, was working with Jack Baker, of Wingham, at a farm home in the Chesley district When the accident happened he was Stancling*aboub seven feet off the ground trying to rescue a broken bit His hand came in touch with the cable and was drawn into the pulley. It was so badly injured that Dr, Dawson of Chesley, and Dr. Heusi', of Owen Sound, operated, removing part of the hand, Roy is in the Owen Sound Hospital and we are pleased to learn making a good recovery. $10 IS NEEDED The Christmas Seal campaign in Wingham and district ?meeds only $19 to reach the $1,000 total, This money all goes towards theipreventing of T.B, which could striket any one of us at any time. This insidious disease is far from licked yet and the money is needed to continue the fight. Mail your contributions, large or small, to Mrs. W. T., Greer, Box '333, Wingham. n Parade! The local Battery conducted their weekly training at the Armouries on Monday night. The Band practiced in the Fire Hall under Bdr. Bill Hender- eon. Bdr. Bill Wells took the gunners for the first period on the new drill. Major Roy Bonner instructed in the organization and operation of a Bat- tery in battle. Sgt.-Major Wilf Sed- don took over for a period on the dial sight and recording zero lines. The Signal Section was instructed by Bdr. Bob Sinnamon. A recreational period of badminton and table tennis was held after 10 p.m. James Armstrong, Grey Township, will head the Wingham District High School Board for 1953, it was decided at their first meeting held Wednes- day afternoon, He replaces Frank Thompson, who was chairman of the Board last year. Chairmen were appointed to head property, transportation, school man- agement and finance committees. This year an agriculture committee, sug- gested by Mr. W. S. Hall, principal, in his report, was formed. Duty and Obligation Mr. Thompson, in his retiring re- marks, asked the board to give their new chairman the same co-operation that lie had received. Mr. Armstrong stated that it was more than an hon- our to be appointed but was also a duty, as well as being quite an obliga- tion, especially at this time, "There's no use asking for your co-operation as I know I'll get it," lie said, A donation of a modern movie earn- era for the school was acknowledged to the donor, Mr. W. A, Galbraith, and the John Cornyn Currie Estate. Mr. Galbraith announced that a $100 scholarship would be forthcoming this fan froni the same estate. Committees Vice-chairMaa of the board for this year is Thos. Henderson, Morris Twp. Committees for 1953 are! Property, Dr, W. A. McKibben, Chairman; Thos. Renderaon, A. H, McTavish and Har- old Thomas; Transportation, Leslie Fortune, chairman; 3. II. Wylie, A, D. MacWilliain, S. A. Little and Ernest Casemore; School Managerneet, A. D. MaeWiIllarn, chairman; 1 A. Little, J. Wylie and Prank Thompson; Finance CotrUnittee, A. H. MeTavish, chairman; Thos. Henderson, Harold cussion came to the conclusion that the present accommodation was not adequate and decided that the public should be informed of the present urn, possible situation. Chairman Fred Davidson extended the thanks or the board to the sup- erintendent, Mrs, aVtorrey, her assist. ant, Miss Lambertus; the nurses, the staff, the Hospital Auxiliary anti the board, for their fine results uncler difficult circumstances, $200,000 Needed The proposed new 50 bed' chronic wing Would come out from the north of the hospital, 170' by 48' and a T towards the nurses' residence would be 135' by 4.8' stated the chairman. The cost, which would be between $400,000 and $450,000, would be taken care of by government grants with the exception of $200,000, which would have to be financed elsewhere. Mr. Davidson announced that they were going to call tenders for a new laun- dry and boiler room to be constructed this year."We've got to go ahead and do something to relieve the over- crowding," he said. R. S. Hetherington Q.C. Is Speaker at Institute The January meeting of the Wo- men's Institute was held with the president, Mrs. Horace Aitchison, in the chair. The ode was sung and the Mary Stewart Collect repeated in uni- son. Mrs. Henry, sec.-treas., read the minutes, correspondence and bills. A nominating committee was ap- pointed to secure officers for the March meeting, These are Mrs. C. Hopper, Mrs. G. Hastie and Mrs. C. Walpole. The members decided to pur- chase a new boiler, after a report was given by Mrs, Jas, Henry and Mrs. Wilfred Henry, the committee ap- pointed to look into the prices, etc. Each member contributed 25 cents for the lunch to be served at the euchre, the following night. Members were reminded of "Family Night" in February, when the meeting will be held at night and the families entertained following the meeting. It was decided to invite Mrs. Serimegour, the District President again to the March meeting. The conveners of Cit- zenship and Education, Mrs G. Has- tie and Mrs. H. Burrell, prepared the program and Mrs. Hastie took charge, of the meeting, The motto, "Every day is like a pathway through the snow, be careful where sou step, for every mark will show," was most interesting and helpful, It was given by Mrs Burrell. Piano solos by Barbara Merrick and Elizabeth Burrell were much enjoyed. The speaker for the day was Mr. R. S. Hetherington Q. C. Mr. Hethering- ton spoke on Acts of Parliament which have been passed and deal with homes, particularly with child- ren and benefits to them. Some acts he dealt with were, adoption, main- tentance, protection, inheritance, and relief, The protection act was passed to guard the young from punishment that will affect after life, all measures used are corrective. Those who com- plain of the old age pension being in- adequate should realize it is for nec- essities of life but can't be for luxur- ies, etc. The wage earner is the one who pays and feels the strain. Mr. Hetherington then spoke on the malt- ing of wills. The common mistake made by men is to want to leave their children well established, forgetting the wife in many cases. Young people have the chance to advance by them- selves but the mother is the one who finds it really hard in later years. Many questions were asked and were answered by Mr, Hetherington. This very Vendid address was helpful to all and Mrs. W. J. Henderson moved a very hearty vote of thanks on behalf of all the members, At tile close of the Meeting lunch was served by the host- esses. BEEF NIGHT AT KINSMEN CLUB Kinsmen unloaded their complaints at the annual "beef" night, held Friday evening. The meting was held at the Queen's Hotel with president, Sim Hamilton in the chair, A number of new members were recently tateleomed into the club. `These are Ivan Gardner, Les Miller, keg Mills, George Underwood, and Doug Turtier. Treasurer Jack Lloyd was present- ed with a hat, symbolizing his scor- ing efforts With the Gorrie Flyers, getting three goals in each of the last three gainer. at Chairmen were suggested for the Laundry Overloaded Mrs. IvIorrey, superintendent, in a fine, detailed report illustrated graph. leally the load being borne by the staff and equipment, Said she, "Take for example the laundry, which em- ployed one in 1943. It now has four full time employees and it is almost impossible -to keep ahead of the linen, used each day. The third floor alone, averages over 1,000 pieces of linen per day. The equipment in the laundry is only capable of handling the ordinary laundry for 50 beds. Since the one dryer is operated by hot water in- stead of steam, it takes two to three hours to dry one tumbler full, The remainder must be hung on lines, outside in fine weather, but during the stormy weather the only space available is the hallway outside the boiler room door. A leak in the boiler last fall gave everyone a bad scare, said Capt, W, J. Adams, chairman of the property committee, and was responsible for the committee going ahead with plans for a new boiler room and laundry. Steam is badly needed, he pointed out, not only to ensure the heating of the building, but also for drying the laundry, for operating room steriliz- ers, for pressure cookers and steam tables, By midsummer it is hoped to have the building ctenpleted for the laundry and boilers,. Reasons for Overcrowding Two answers to why Wingham Gen- eral Hospital is overcrowded were put forward by Dr. Johnson, of Luck- now, First, he said the hospital is suffering from growing pains and suggested that zoning would have to be done for hospitals the same as for high school to ensure that those who use the hospital pay their taxes here and not elsewhere. Care of our old people is the second reason, said the doctor. Many of these chronic pa- tients should not be in hospital. It isn't sound economics. Convalescent homes are one of the answers, he felt. Twelve doctors bring their patients to this hospital at the present time. The report of the Ladies' Hospital Auxiliary was given by Mrs. W. 3. Adams for Mrs. Hinde, who was ill. Albert Bell Was Resident 75 Yrs. Mr. Albert Bell, who died in the Wingham General Hospital Thursday of last week, at the age of 75, was one of the most widely known citizens of our town. It is believed that he was the oldest man living in Wingham at the, time of his decease, who was born in/ Wingham and lived here all his life, He will be missed by his many friends. A son of the late Mr. and Mrs. A, Bell, he received his education here and had been employed as a finisher in the various factories in Wingham throughout his life. He was a member Of the I. 0. 0. F. Maitland Lodge, and the Orange Order for over 50 years. Surviving are his wife, a daughter, Mrs. (Laura) Schuett, of Detroit; two sons, Charles, Toronto, and Fred, of Detroit. One son and. one daughter predeceased him. Funeral service was held on Satur- day afternoon from Currie's Funeral Home, with Dr, W. A. Beecroft in charge. Interment was in Wingham cemetery, Pallbearers were Cecil Merkley, lis Hall, Roy Manuel, Frank Presto!' Horace Aitchison and Elmer Walker. The I. 0. 0. F. Maitland Lodge held their service on Friday evening. Nearly 50 guests from all over the province sat down to a turkey dinner at the Queen's Hotel, with president, Wes Ansel), manager of the Barrie Arena,in the chair. Mayor DeWitt Miller and Reeve R. E. McKinney welcomed the visitors to town. Wordes of welcome were also voiced by WOAA president Hugh Hawkins, 1st. vice pres. Harry Doug- hty, 2nd. vice pros,, George Grant and 3rd. vice pros., Nelson Hill. Other speakers were Alf. Lockridge, man- ager of the Wingham Arena; W. T. Cruickshank, CKNX; Mayor Beuhiow of Walkerton; and ex-mayor Eddie Sargent, of Owen Sound. Arenas at Kitchener, Lucan, New Toronto, Aylmer, Walkerton, Kincar- dine, Milverton, Guelph, St. Marys, Clinton, Seaforth, Simcoe, Alliston, Bracebridge Barrie, Paisley, Thorold, Welland and Preston were all repre- sented with many absent because of icy roads. Mrs. H. H. Waller Dies in Toronto Word was received early Saturday morning of the death in Toronto, of a former well-known Wroxeter real- dent in the person of Mrs. Harry II Wailer. Mrs. Waller, who lived at 524 McRoberts Ave., in Toronto, had left her home on Friday evening to at- tend a meeting and collapsed on the way, having suffered a stroke. )3orn in England, she and Mr. Wal- let' came to Canada before the first World War, Some years ago She and her daughter returned for a few months' visit with her family, She was a member of the Church of England and while in Wroxeter took an active part in the Women's Aux. and Guild. She was also treasurer of the church for some Years and a past president of the Women's Institute. Surviving besides her husband are four daughters, Mrs. Len (Katie) Hayes; Mrs, Neil (Lily) Carr; Mrs. Wallace (June) Tremblett, and Miss Marjorie Waller, all of Toronto. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon from Brown Brea. Funeral Home, tiglington and Duffer in Sts, Interment was made at Toron- to, Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr, Waller and daughters in their sad bereavement. Frank Grain Passes, Brothers Reside Here Funeral services were held in Knox United Church, Pilot Mound, Mani- toba, January 3rd., for Frank Edward Grain, who passed away December 31st., in Pilot Mound Hospital, after a lengthy illness. The late Mr. Grain was born in Huron County, Ontario, October Sth., 1878, coming west with his wife in 1907, to settle on a farm in the Purves district, There they resided until 1945, when they retired to live in Pilot Mound. He was a member of Louise Municipal council for several years and was always active in community work. Surviving are his wife, the former Elizabeth Webb, two sons, Roy and William, both of Purves; one daugh- ter, Mrs, J. (Laura) Patrick, of Van- couver, and six grandchildren. Also two brothers, Roland and Lance of Wingham, Ontario. Rev. G. E. Waddell and Rev. D. E. Noonan conchicted the service. Burial was in Pilot Mound cemetery.—Pilot Mound Sentinel. District High School Board Sets Committees for Year Panel Discussion A unique method of presenting, dis- cussing and solving hospital problems was a panel discussion composed of Dr. Beecroft, Harvey Johnston, W. B. Anderson, Dr. Crawford, under the chairmanship of R. B. Cousins. They arrived at several conclusions the most important being that the prime need of this hospital is more beds. Hospital Board The election of officers was held, with six to be elected,the other six members being appointed. Those el- ected were H. C. MacLean, A. D. MacWilliam, Capt. W. J. Adams, G. L. Dunlop, Harvey Johnston and W. B. Anderson. The other members are F. L. Davidson, R. B. Cousins, J. V. Fischer, Alex Robertson, R. E. Mc- Kinney and Dr. W. A, McKibben. Following the voting lunch was served. Charles Coultes,'''of Belgrave, spoke on time advisability of forming a citizens' committee to lay plans for the raising of money, Dr. Connell agreed with Mr. Coultes and stated that the day has passed when a hos- pital can be built on contributions. On Dr. Johnson's motion a nominating committee was formed to name an ex- ecutive committee for study and pub- licity. Miss W. Bengoygh Dies In 90th Year Miss Williamnina Bengough, Victoria St., Wingham, passed away in the Wingham General Hospital, on Thurs- day, in her ninetieth year. She had suffered a fracture of her left leg in 1926 and again in 1947 the same leg was fractured. Miss Ben- Bough had been a patient, cheerful shut-in for several years and had been cared for by her niece, rSiVa Fearer'. An extensive reader, she was well versed in current events, and was a beautiful sewer also, Miss Bengough had lived in Belgrave until 40 years ago, when she moved to Wingham. She was a member of the United S Church, ttrviing are: a niece, Elva Pearen, and a nephew, Stuart Melaurney, both of Wingham; two nieces, Mrs. Alex Baird, of Flint, Michigan, and Mrs. Clara Charters, of Montague, Montana; and a nephew, Capt. Allan McBurney, of Vancouver. Funeral service was held at 3 p.m., Saturday, from Currie's Funeral Home, with internment in Breeden cornet:00e Belgrave. Rev. W, A. Bee- croft officiated. Pallbearers were Stuart McBurney, Lorne Scott, Robert Scott, Either Ire- land, Norinals Coultee and Milo Case- more. WINS ELEICTILIC IRON Mrs. Ken Baker, of Wingham, was the winner of a Westinghouse Pike- weight iron on the Mother Parker Musical Mysteries program recently. The Iron was presented to Ftm Parade" show which will be Baiter last week by John Pattlson, held In May. out local Westinghouse dealer.