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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1953-03-11, Page 1Vernonville Lad Named as 'Timmy' eesaseeeeSaeee.1,"..a: Belmore Rink Wins ROSS SMITH instructor for the Wingham Figure Skating Club whose show "Spice on Ice" will be presented in the local Arena on Friday and Saturday even- ings this week, Local skaters, as well as those from other centres will be featured. LAST WEEK AT 13,INGIIAM GENERAL HOSPITAL Admitted to Hospital 38 Out Patients 19 Operations 13 X-Rays 52 Births. Deaths. 4 Accident eases 6 These facts are published weekly to acquaint the community with the services of our hospital. Increase Reported In TB Donations The sale of Christmas Seals for the Wingham district sponsored by the Lions' Club of Wingham has been completed with very gratifying re- sults, This district includes Wingham, Be/grave and Bluevale with surround- ing areas and the proceeds are used for the fight against tuberculosis in Huron Co. The following are the con- tributors and the amounts: Wingham 404 $896.20 40 $ 84.50 35 $ 63.00 Total 488 $1043.70 This was an increase of 48 contri- butors and $96,40 ,n cash over last year, Thomas Powell Buried Saturday Services for Thomas A.4 Powell, 86, who died in Wingham General Hos- pital on March 2nd., were held on Saturday, with rtor, A. Nifimaci Offic- iating. Interment was in Wingham Cemetery. Powell Wee bosh in Varna, and moved to Wingham at an early age where he took up his occupation of farming, He was twice Married, his wife predeceasing him in 1914. He was a Member of the Presbyterian church. Surviving are four children, James Clayton, Melville, &talc.; Baden, Port Hardy, B. a; Persia, Mission City, B. C.; and Lillian of Wingham. Eight grandchildren also Survive. Palibearere were; James Wilson, Seek McGee, Brown. Lindsay, John Lindsay, Earl Switzer and Alen Mere. zies, Beigrave Bluevale '4 tiategae, . , Al 1 ALONG THE MAIN DRAG By The Pedestrian With which is amalgamated the Gorrie Vidette and Wrcpceter News $2.50 per year, 6e per copy WIN -W , ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 195i Imonlatam.••• uses crutches and wears braces on his legs, and he can- even move around without the crutches if he can balance himself against a wall or railing, He goes to school, has kept up his stud- ies and is in 7th grade at Black School, S. S. No, 14, in Haldimand township, Sometimes he rides his pony, Major, to school, a gift front the Wolf Cubs and Boy Scouts of Northumber- land and Hastings Counties. And he has joined the Cubs and is an active member. Life has become no problem matter for Bruce. He doesn't grieve about his injury nor his inability to sun. He gets more thrill out of things around him than lots of other boys, and he still helps his dad, Neil McGregor, when its time for milking. He can operate the tractor like an old hand. The Society's doctors and therapists are very proud of their young patient as an evidence of what can be done for youngsters who have been stricken by injury or diseases such as crippling Polio. As for Bruce, he's all excited about going to the big luncheon in Ottawa and the sportsmen's dinner in Toronto where he will meet celebrities he knows now only by name. Kincardine Spiel Major honors were taken by a rink skipped by Clarli. Renwick, of Bel- more, and Archie McKinnon, of TiVer- ton, at 'the Kincardine Curling Club bonspiel held last week. Rinks from Meaford, Allenford, Paisley, Walker- ton, Wingham, Belmore, Tara, Tiver- ton, Ripley and Kincardine partici- pated. In the nine o'clock draw the Bel- more quartet registered three wins plus 12 to take premier honors. In second place was Dr. A. Irwin of Wingham, with two' wins plus 18. His 32 points nosed Jim McGillivray,. of Kincardine, into third spot with 27 points on two wins plus 13 basis. Consolation winners was Gordon Tan- ner, of Walkerton. The Tiverton quartet ekipped by Archie McKinnon registered three Wins plus 15 to take the 11 &deck draw. Doug Wells, of Kincardine, With 3e poihts In two wins pies 12 bested Harry Lemon, also Of Kincar- dine, with 25 points on the same Win plus total for second place. John Mc- Fadyee, of Tiverton, Was Sensolatiori Winner, Approve Addition To Huron Home Approval of the addition to the Huron County Home has bee's obtain- ed from the Department of Welfare, it was announced by chairman R. B. Cousins, of Brussels, at a meeting of the County Home Committee, in Clin- ton. It is expected that drawings and specifications will be completed in three weeks, when tenders will be called. The committee has purchased a moving picture projector for the in- mates of the County Home. Members of the committee are: R. B. Cousins, Brussels; W. H. Morritt, Blyth; H. Gowdy, Howick; D. Beuer- mann, McKillop; Earl Campbell, Hay; Warden A. W. Kerslake and Clerk A. H. Erskine. —miss Agnes Williamson was a week-end visitor with Mr. and Mrs, E. Ziegler in Kitchener. ' Over two thousand envelopes con- taining Easter Seals have been sent out to residents of the distriet by the Wingham Lions 'Club, according to Frank Madill, chairman of the Easter Seals Committee. The Seals are sent out on behalf of the Ontario Society for Crippled Children Which is cone dueling its annual campaign for funds from March 5th to ^April 5th. Money raised by the campaign will be used to care for 6,000 handicapped youngsters, to operate a year round cerebral palsy research and treatment serviee, and to Operate three summer camps for crippled children. A portion of the money may also be used by the Lions in local work of the same nat- ure. The local Lions Club has beep car- rying on this Work for 5 or 6 years, and last year collected a total of $900 for the fuhd. They are hoping that this year recipients of the seals will give as generously as possible to this worthy appeal. The district covered by the canvass will include Wingham, Beigrave, Blue- vale, Ltickeiova Whltoehurch, Glen- annan And the surrounding territory, CRIPPLED ,CIIILDREN AIDED BY LIONS CLUB Highlight of the last regular meet- ing of Wingham Masonic Lodge No, 286, last Tuesday, was the presenta- tion of a Fifty Year Jewel to Wor, Bro. A, M. Crawford, who completed his fiftieth year as a member of the Craft on the night of presentation. The jewel was presented by Very Wor. Bro. W. J. Adams, on behalf of the Grand Lodge. Mr. Crawford became a, member of the lodge on March 3rd., 1903, and served as Master in 1908. He is still very active despite his 80 years, Officers of the Lodge at the time Mr. Crawford was Master were: wor- shipful master, A. M. Crawford; sen- ior warden, IX A. Dinsley; junior war- den, I. W. McKibbon; secretary-tre- asurer, John Ritchie; secretary,.J. A. Morton; senior deacon, William A. Campbell; junior deacon, J. E. Mc- Guire; inner guard, E. A. Hammond, a Kinettes Meet at Home of Mrs. Guest The regular meeting of the Wing- ham Kinettcs was held at the home of Marjorie Guest with president, Doro- thy Templeman in the chair with 17 members present. Final plans were made for the Mof- fatt Cooking School on March 25th, in the Wingham Town Hall. Easter Seals were purchased. The raffle was won by Marjorie Guest. A soap quiz was played and the winner was Ethel Spry. -A delicious lunch was served by the hostess and a social hour enjoyed. Leaders and. assistants who attend- ed the course were: Walton, Mrs. W. J. Humphries,. Mrs. P. T. Holman; Belmore, Anna Miller, Mary Will; Montcrief, Mrs. Orval Harrison, Mrs. Everett Robinson; Bluevale, Mrs. Jos. —cantrai PrtSs Canadian Looking like washing hung On a line, a parachute hangs frees two spruce trees in Canada's North West Territories, a re- minder of the hazards of pare- chiding. A young paratrooper participating in Exercise Bulldog, the joint Army-RCAF manoeuvre to test Cahacia's northern de- fences, dropped into the trees and had to lower himself by emergency rope to the ground 18 feet below, Bantams to Meet Cannington Tonight in Provincial Finals Red-headed, 12 year-old Bruce Mc- Gregor of Vernonville, whu has won a five-year fight against paralysis until he can ride his pony and be a Wolf Cub, has been chosen Canada's Timmy for 1953. Seventh in the succession of child- ren chosen to wear that name as a symbol of the thousands helped an- nually by the Ontario Society for Crippled Children, Timmy of 1953 will journey to Ottawa to meet Canada's Governor-General and to Toronto to attend the opening on March 5th., of the Society's campaign for $475,000. The money comes from the sale of Easter Seals, sold by members of the more than 200 Service Clubs who back the Society and aid it year round in its work. Bruce, who is all boy and wears a wide grin with a missing tooth, fell from his father's disc-seeder 5 years ago when he was trying to help. The machine passed over his body, break- ing his spine. He was rushed to the Hospital for Sick Childi•en in Toronto, and was kept there for 7 months. Doctors thought at first he wouldn't live, later doubted that he would walk, But today Bruce walks, True, he OUR FACE WAS RED last week -when sevens/ readers pointed out a very obvious ornissioa in the front page story entitled "Windsor Cleric • Called to Wingham." It seems that 'while we reported that Rev. Donald MacRae had been called to Wingham, we neglected to mention to which church he has been called. Our apol- • ogles tc Mr. MacRae, and to,all those who may not already know, we would like to announce that Mr. MacRae will be the new minister at Wingham United Church, 0 - 0 - 0 SMILING OUT from the pages of C.I.L. house organ, Agro-N ews, is 1 the face of Jack Stephens, local repre- sentative of C,LL., who lives in Wing- ham. The picture is 'accompanied by a short sketch of Jack's career to date, and the piece ends with, "Jack Stephens' experience and training finds him well qualified to be of ser- vice to the farmers in this diversified agricultural area." 0 - 0 - THE GHOST WALKED at the Ar- mouries on Monday night, when all ranks lined up for the annual pay par- ade. A., payday that comes but once a year sounds pretty tough to us, but 'then it's probably a good-sized packet when it does come. At any rate the boys seemed to enjoy themselves at the social time which followed, ac- cording to all reports. 0 - 0 0 COME CLEAN WITH ALF—Not to ,be outdone by Canada Packers and a few of the big-time operators, Alf .Lockridge has added a sideline to his butcher business. He has started a .small-scale soap factory to use up the 'surplus tallow. Guaranteed easy on both hands and posketbook, the pro- duct is a remarkably good one, Better -call around. Alf should be talked into legiviug away free samples. Passes in Toronto , The death occurred in Sunnybrook '.Hospital, Toronto, last week of Wil- alam Francis Cornwall, a former rest- ,dent of Wroxeter, in his 69th year. Mr, Cornwall was born in Dublin, Ireland, and came to Canada in 1906. He lived in Wroxeter for a number of years and Moved to Durham twenty :years ago. He was a veteran of World 'War I, in which he served with the 161st, Huron Battalion. Surviving are his widow, the former :Sarah Willis, a son, Samuel Cornwall, Desboro; and a daughter, Mrs. Ward Wiseman, of Waterloo; and a brother, .John Cornwall, and a sister, Mrs. `Thomas Warner, both in Ireland. 'DON'T MISS SPICE ON ICE In Winghaxn Arena on Friday and Saturday, March 13, 14. Adults 75c; .Children 10 years and under accone- ;pealed by adults admitted free. 11b IKINEIALS SPONSOR if OOHING SCHOOL Moffat Cooking School, March 25 in Wingham .Town Hall. Valuable prizes and 20 bags of groceries. Help- All and timely cooking hints. 1.11e BT. PATRICK'S TEA The Ladies' Aid of the Presbyter- 'Ian Church will hold their annual St, Patrick Tea; white elephant table; and sale of home baking on Wednes- day afternoon, March 18th, in the :Sunday School Room of the Church, 'opening at 3 p.m. The public are cord- ',tally invited to attend. 11118b FARMERS' BONSPIEL The Farmers' Bonspiel will be held on Wed., March lath in the Wingham tCurling Rink. Any farmer interested .in curling or to see curling, please come. 11* WOMEN'S INSTITUTE PROGRESSIVE EUCHRE Wroxeter Women's Institute will 'hold a Progressive Euchre and Crok- Anole party on Friday evening, March 1113th at 8.30 p.n.', in Masonic Club 'Voottis, Novelty prizes, admission 25 .cents, Ladies please brink lunth.11* LEGION EUCHRE The Ladies Auxiliary to the Can- adian Legion arc hblding a euchre in the Legion hall, on Wed., March IL Starts at 8.30 pan. Sharp, good prizes, special Mite for lady playing as gentleman. Ltineh served, ,Sion 350 lib Winghara Kinsmen Bantams Will face their Stiffest test at the Winghttne rena. tonight,. when they meet a strong team from, Carmington for the Ontario Bantam. championship, To- night's, game will, be the first of the two game finals, with total goals to count, The second gathe will be held in Cannington on Friday, The Cannington team had previous- ly eliminated a strong. Branebridge squad by scores of 7-1 and. 6-4 in the semi-finals, while local opinion is that. Wingham will take the championship,. it is expected that an all-out battle will be necessary to wrest the title from Cannington. Far- hockey' fans. the contest should make one of the best games of the season. In Friday's semi-finals tilt with Blenheim the Bantams showed their mettle by swamping the Blenheim team 17-0, Scoring for Wingham were: Hodgkinson, 3; Houghton,. 3; Camp- bell, 3; Lockridge, 2; Rae, 2; Muffitt, 2; Gray and Bain. Previous to Fri- day's game heavy opposition had beers expected from the Blenheim team, but after the 17-0 upset the Blenheim sextet decided against coming all the way to Wingham for the second game of the playoffs scheduled for Monday: Receives Painting As Parting Gift The March meeting of, the Woman's Missionary Society of Wingham Un- ited Church was in charge of Mrs. J. Greer. The theme was 'The Fel- lowship of the 'Church" and the Scrip- ture was taken by Mrs. W, J, Adams,. followed with prayer by Mrs. N. Gow- dy. The study book on Africa was corn-. pleted and it was explained, that in addition to their present missions in. Angola, the United Church, is this year entering a new mission field in Africa. This is in the Copperbelt, a new industrial area in Northern Rho- desia, and will be in co-operation with other Protestant denominations. Mrs. Wm. Field offered prayer for the suz,- cess of the undertaking in this new field. As a fitting conclusion to the year's study about Africa, the familiar negro spiritual, "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot," was sung by Mrs. Wm. Mc- Cool, Mrs. George Guest and Miss Caroline Wellwood with Mrs. W. W. Currie at the piano. Mrs. Roulston, the president con- ducted the business. It was decided to. take a special offering from each. which Mrs, W, A, Beecroft would be present before leaving for Ottawa, she spoke briefly, recalling the many kindnesses she had received from the members, and saying that she .would always cherish the happy fellowship she had enjoyed with them through . the years. While gathered around the tea table, the past president, Mrs. G. N. Underwood, in a reminiscing mood, told of the leadership and inspiration which Mrs. Beecroft had given to the auxiliary during her thirteen years amongst us. Mrs, Wm. Roughen then presented Mrs, Beeeroft with a framed picture and assured her that the prayers and good wishes of every member would go with her to her hew home. As. Mrs. Beecroft thanked the ladies, for the painting, which depicted a CanAdian scene on the Gatineau River, she pro- mised them that it would grace a prominent place in her new house, and would be a constant, reminder of the good wishes of the Women's Mis- sionary Society of Wingham United Church. Mrs. VanNorman Passes in 92nd Year Funeral services for Agnes Jane Geddes, 91, wife of the late Van Rens- selaer VanNorman, who died in Wing- ham General Hospital, after a linger- ing illness, on March 5th, were held on Monday afternoon, at Cturie's Fun- eral Home. Dr. W. A. Beem oft offic- iated and interment was made in Wingham cemetery. Mrs. VanNorman was born in Mor- ris Township and was married In Bel- grave. Her husband predeceased her in 1998, She was a member of Wing- ham United Church. Surviving 'are three children, Mrs, J. W. (Florence) Maize, Toronto; Mrs. G. A. (Irene) Ross, Wingham and Mrs. A. H. (Jean) Sainsbury, Tor- onto, Mrs. R. D. (Margaret) Birkett, predeceased her, Five graedchildren and four great-grandchildren also sur- vive. Pallbearers at the service were: Charles Hopper, Robert Hopper, Van Sainsbury, Hugh Carmichael, George V. Sainsbury and Howard Sherbondy. "SEE IRELAND!" In Gorrie United Church, Friday, March 13th, 8.15 p.m. Beautiful col- oured plettires taken by Rev. W. Jr, V. Buchanan Irish music, display of Irish linen, China and interesting curios refreshments. 85e and 25e lib ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Fred D, Newman, Whltechurch, announce the engage- Inent of their daughter Marilyn Grace to Dorialel J. IV/atDointici, Son of Mr. and Mrs. James lVfacBonald, Walton, The wedding to take plate the latter part of IvIateli, 11* Alex Crawford Presented with Fifty Year Jewel by Masonic Grand Lodge LOCAL FIRE CAUSES EXTENSIVE DAMAGE • ''An .estimated $1,500 damage was done to the residence of William Wells on No, 4 highway north of Wingham on Wednesday night of last week, when eight foot flames swept through the upper storey of the building. A passing motorist first noticed the flames shooting from the roof and turned in the alarm. The Wingharn fire department need two lines of hose in battling the blaze, and tne new aux- iliary pumper' did yeoman service in bringing the water from a nearby creek. Firemen spent two hours fight- ing the blaze before it was finally subdued, strong wind making their job more difficult. Most of the damage was done to the attic and to furnishings which were damaged by water, Extensive repairs will be necessary before the Wells family will be able to occupy the house again. It is behoved that the fire was caused by defective wir- ing. DESCENT BY - TWO STAGES New High School To Have Gymnasium The new Wingham District High School will have a gymnasium after all, according to a report from To- ronto's Queens Park. The Minister of Education has assured J. W. Hanna, member for Huron-Bruce that the department does not intend to -revoke its original approval of plans for the school which called for a modern gym- nasium. Since the original plan was approv- ed, the Government decided to end paying for what it called "frills and fads" in schools of today. Homemakers Hold Two-Day. Course Over twenty leaders and their assis- tants from the district were present at a two-day leaders' training school for North Huron Girls' Junior Home- making Clubs, held in the Wingham council chambers, last Friday and Saturday. Theme of the two-day' school was, "The Club Girl Entertains". The course was under the direction of Miss Jean Steckle, home economist for Huron County, assisted by Miss Agnes Turnbull, home economist for Elgin- Middlesex, Subjects covered by the course were hospitality, planning attractive meals, being a good guest, party table service, guest planni9g, arranging flowers and club administration, member for the expense fund. Higgins, Mrs. Stanley Darling; Ford-1 As this was the last meeting at with, Mrs. G, F. Johnston; Majestic, Mrs. Andrew Lane and Mrs. F. W. Todd, of Brussels; Cranbrook, Mrs. Glen Reuther, Mrs. Mae McIntosh; Molesworth, Mrs, Andrew Simpson, Mrs, George MacDonald; Ethel, Mrs, Earl Bovfes, Mrs: Bert Godden, Meet Old Friends On Trip to States Mr. and Mrs, Tom Metcalfe and Mr, and Mrs. Oliver Stoices have returned from a seven week holiday spent in the United States and Mexleo. While hi Tuscan they called on Mr, and Mrs. Percy Ashton, formerly of Gorrie. In Los Angeles they visited Mr. and Mrs. bavid Breen, formerly of the tenth line of Turn berry, and their sons, William, Robert and Gor- don, They were also entertained at the home of Mr, and Mrs, Robert (Savage, who will be remembered in I Cultoss and Wroxeter. They also had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Archie Dunning, who was formerly Vieberia. Patterson, of Wieghten.