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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1953-07-08, Page 1ALONG THE MAIN DRAG By The Pedestrian Celebrate Golden Wedding ts& Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Campbell, Wingham, celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at the home of their son Robin E. Campbell, Wing- bath. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell were mar- ried on June 24, 1903 at Wingham by Rev. Alex Burke. They travelled by train to Muskoka for their honey- moon. Mrs. Campbell was the former Annie Elizabeth Holloway, daUghter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Hollo- way, and Mr. Campbell is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 'Wm. H. Camp- bell, both of Winghani The couple are both enjoying good health. Mr. Campbell has been an active farmer all his life: and is still farm- ing in Turnberry Township. The couple have one,daughter, Mrs. Andrew Straughan (Elizabeth), of Goderich; also three sons Robin, of Wingham, Herb and Stuart at home. There are 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. —Photo by Hammerton. Many Small Matters Occupy Council at July Meeting CATCHES LARGE PIKE IN MAITLAND givim, Wilbur Galloway of ()pride, set sonic sort of a record on Wednes- day last, when fishing in the Mait- land River below the W'roxeter dam, he landed a 35" pike weigh- ing 11 ibs, 1 oz. Mr..riallevay broke his landing pet catching the big fish, but didn't seem the least bit worried about it. Pike are a rarity in the Maitland, but soon after the word went out of the catch, the area was swarm- ing with fishermen trying their luck in the same water, It was thought that perhaps a second fish of similar size might be in the vic- inity, since these fish often travel in pairs. EXTENSIVE DAMAGE IN JOHN STREET FIRE yAn estimated $6,000 damage was done to the house and contents of Ronald Rae, John Street, in a fire early Monday morning thought to have been caused by lightning. The family were away at their cottage at the lake at the time of the fire The fire was first notice at 1 o'clock on Monday morning, at which time the alarm was turned in. Firemen arriving on the scene found the house filled with smoke, and had to use smoke equipment to force an entry. It is thought that lightning during the storm at 9 o'clock Sunday even- ing had struck the radio in an up- stairs bedroom, and that the house had been smoldering ;since that time. The whole of the upstairs was dam- aged, mostly by smoke and heat, as well as the living room and hall downstairs. The house will have to be entirely redecorated and the furniture refinished. Percy Clark drove to the lake to notify the Raes of the fire, and Mr. Rae returned to Wingham to find that the fire was under control. He report- ed that the firemen had done a won- derful job with the fire, there being very little water damage to the house or contents. Mr. Rae had originally planned to return to town Monday to prepare for a sale of household effects to be held in the near future. The house had been rented to Warren Callan, but will not be ready for occupancy until extensive repairs are made. The house was covered by insurance. FORDIVICH ACCIDENTS KEEP DOCTOR BUSY Summer Recreation Program Is Popular with Small Fry Wingham's summer recreation program for the kiddies got off to a good start on Monday, when over 80 children from 3 to 13 years old thronged to the High School, where planned activities were being conducted under the guidance of Barney Maclntyre and Joan Irwin. Swimming instruction at the pool in Teeswater drew 32 children be- tween the ages of 9 and 14, who were driven to Teeswater in busses provided by the Lions Club. Instruction at the pool was given by George King and Dave Donahue, qualified swimming instructors in the village. Swimming instruction classes at Teeswater will be a regular event on Monday mornings throughout the six-week recreational program. Together with the swimming in- struction classes on Monday morning, plans call for free swimming at Tees- water on Thursday afternoon, and swimming periods at the First Bush on other afternoons during the week. These periods will be supervised by Mr. McIntyre and Miss Irwin. Chil- dren over 8 years of age will be per- mitted to join in these activities, For the children under 9 there will be wading in the wading pool at the town park, at which time the pool will be supervised by members of the Kinettes. Wading periods will be from 1.30 to 4 p.m. every afternoon. Other activities planned include crafts, such as weaving and puppetry, volleyball, and other outdoor games. Quiet games and story telling will be featured for the' younger children. Older children will he given an op- portunity to get started in the game of golf, if present plans materialize, The recreational council has been offered the facilities of the Golf Club for this purpose, and the present need is for the loan of old golf clubs to make this project possible. Anyone who has clubs to lend is asked to contact Barney McIntyre or Bill Conron. An open night at the end of the season is planned, possibly with dis- plays of crafts and a puppet show. Red Cross life-saving certificates will be awarded to those qualifying. Foxhound Trials Planned by Group Plans for the Foxhound Trials, to be held south of Wingham in October, were discussed at an executive meet- ing of the Luc-Tee-Win conservation club last week, and a committee was appointed to look after preparations for the trials. President Alex Hamil- ton presided. It was announced that cash prizes totalling $200 would be awarded at the trials, as well as trophies. Committee chairman, Joe Clark, Wingham, was named to secure build- ings and meet with the Kitchener- Waterloo Fox Hunters Club in August in preparation for the event, Other chairmen named were: Albert Worral, Teeswater, advertising; George Orvis, Wingham, accommodation; and Hec- tor King, Teeswater, donations. ENGAGEMENT Mr, and Mrs. Perry Pennington announce the engagement of their daughter Hazel Jean, to Mr. John Wallace Bell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bell, of Blyth. The wedding to take place in Teeswater United Church, on July 18th. 84' LAST WEEK AT WINGHAM GENERAL HOSPITAL Admitted to Hospital ... 32 Out Patients ... . . .. 12 Operations 25 S-Rays , .......... 26 Births Deaths 0 High Census 81 Low Census 72 These facts are published weekly to acquaint the community with the services of Our hospital, Graduate Nurses Not Dampened By Rainy Picnic The Wingham General Hospital Graduate Registered Nurses' picnic was to be held in the town park last Tuesday. Owing to the rainy after- noon, Mrs. Richard Lloyd and Miss Adams invited the guests to the Wing- ham Golf Club and gave them a warm welcome there. The rain did not dampen the enthus- iasm and a good crowd of, nurses, their families and friends gathered and registered, The president, Mrs, Richard Lloyd, called the meeting to order for a short business discussion. Miss Adams was chosen as chairlady and the election of officers was as follows: Honorary president, Mrs. Gibson Gil- lespie; president, Mrs. Wilson Ring- rose; sec.-treas., Mrs, Neil MacDonald; lunch committee, Mrs. Donald Mc- Kenzie, Mrs. Bert Walden, Mrs. Cal- vert Finlay; sports, Mrs. Stanley Gal- laher, Mrs. Sidney Moffat. Correspondence from many of the nurses was read and enjoyed. Mrs. Ringrose, Assistant Superintendent for many years, was also welcomed. With Miss Adams' permission we write this paragraph. The announcement of Miss M. E. Adams engagement to Mr. George Egleston, of Calgary, was a pleasant surprise to all. The marriage to take place in September. Mrs. Lillian Underwood, -as a -Class- mate of Miss Adams, spoke very fit- tingly on behalf of the nurses saying Miss Adams had spent a life of ser- vice for others, and the good wishes of all and God's blessing will go with her in her future home. Miss Adams graciously replied. Grace was sung and all were seated to a bountiful picnic supper. The nurses expressed sincere thanks for the use of the club house, which is tastefully decorated and an ideal spot, There were sports after lunch for all and prizes given. Plans were made for a picnic next year, if permission is obtained at the Golf Club. The date is Tuesday, June 29th. PRESENTATION FOR DEPARTING MEMBER The staff and management of radio station CKNX gathered in Studio B on Friday afternoon, to bid farewell to Frank Eidt, popular writer, who has been associated with the station for the past four years. A Walkerton boy, and a graduate of the University of Western Ontario, Frank came to CKNX from CFNB in Fredericton, New Brunswick, and has been one of the most popular members of the staff. He leaves Wingham to become associated with station CKLB in Oshawa, as continuity director. The farewell address was given by Johnny Brent and Miss Mary Louise Flach presented Frank with a flash camera on behalf of the staff mem- bers. He replied fittingly, following which Vin Dittmer made a presenta- tion to his dog "Daisy," who has been the station mascot ever since the Eidts came to Wingham. Frank and "Daisy" started work in Oshawa on Monday, and Mrs. Eidt and the children, Annis and Scott, wilt move as soon as living accommodat- ions can be arranged. Surprise Party A surprise party for Mrs. Victor Durnin was held on Friday evening at the home of Mrs, Hartley Smith. About 20 of the neighbours gathered together for the evening and present- ed her with an end table and lamp as a remembrance. A dainty lunch was served by the hostess assisted by Mrs. Calvin Burke, and a social time was enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. Durnin left on Monday to reside in London. 3 Months No Calls 2 Calls in 1. Day The fire department which has been able to take it easy for the past three months through lack of calls had a busy day on Friday, when they ans- wered two calls in one day. , The first alarm was turned in just before noon, when a fire was discover- in the house of Edgar Paulitzky, on Nelson Piekell's farm in Culross town- ship, The Wingham brigade answered the call, but on finding the fire, dis- covered that it was out of their ter- ritory, and came back without render- ing assistance. Fortunately the fire was only a minor one and was put out by neighbours before much damage was done. The second alarm was turned in from the house of Bob Sangster on Minnie Street, but it, too, was of a, minor nature, eaused by an overheated pot on the stove. The blaze was under centrel by the time firemen reached. it. nook, Catherine Street; Henry Selling, HOWIC1( LIONS AND garage, Catharine Street; Herbert Fuller, sun porch and basement, Char- les Street; Mrs. B. HImuth, shingling and repairs, John Street; A, H. Edgar, washroom, Victoria Street; John Fal- coner, addition to house, Maple Street, LEGION ANNEAL FROLIC Howick Lions and Howick Legion Annual Frolic will be held in Wrox- eter Park, Thursday and Friday evenings, July 30 & 31, Further par- ticulars later, F8b b ante. no am With which is amalgamated the Carrie Vidette and Wroxeter News Subscriptions $2.50 per year, 6c per copy WINGHAM, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, JULY 8th, 1053 HOME BEAUTIFUL—The boys at the Canadian Legion have been prettying up the Legion Home these last couple of weeks. Almost any night members could be seen working eon the new sidewalks which will grace the front of the house one of these days. Future plans call for landscaping in the fall. O - 0 -t) VISITING FISHERMEN—The black bass season opened up last\ Wednes- day and every bridge in the district had its quota of fisherman under- neath or around it, Several cars were noticed down at the third bridge on No. 4, but whether these people were fishing bass or minnows for a -trip up north is not known. Reports on catches are scarce, but some peo- . ple seemed to manage a few. 0 - 0 - o SWITCHEROO—Now that the town hal boasts an air conditioning system, the problem vexing the Town Fathers is Who is going to pull the switch? Various suggestions were made at the council meeting, the police, the caretaker and John Q. Public being named as prospective switch pullers, A thermostat was even suggested to save everybody the trouble. It was finally decided that the caretaker should be the official switch man, O - 0 - 0 BACK FOR A VISIT—Mr. and Mrs. 'Bob" Groves, of Akron, Ohio, were in town on Saturday and Sunday; along with friends from 'that city. Bob, who worked at the Advance- Times for many years, is now em- ployed in the printing department of the Firestone Rubber Co. The Groves children, Frances and Jane, will spend the summer with relatives here, 0 - 0 - 0 *SPEED LIIVLVITID—The battered O - 0 - 0 BLACK AND WHITE—All this talk about patching the sidewalks with asphalt has raised the spectre of black sidewalks in the main street of Wingham. Residents of Hillcrest, on the contrary,•see'rn to be haunted by -the spectre of white roads. Bowlers in Money Six rinks of Wingham bowlers at- tended the trebles in Clinton on Mon- day evening. Two rinks were in the money, Mr. A. R. DuVal's rink, with Mrs DuVal and Henry Jensen, third; and Mr. Harry Brown's rink with Mrs. H, Brown and Mrs. Elsie Sturdy, 41b. REBEKAH PICNIC HELD IN TOWN PARK Some fifty members and their fam- ilies of eight different lodges attend- ed a picnic in the Wingham town park on June 24th, Games and races were enjoyed after which a lovely picnic supper was enjoyed by all. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Stirling, Kincardine Township announce the engagement of their eldest daughter Christine Isabelle, to Mr. Leonard Sanderson, son of Mrs. Sanderson, Gorrie, and the late . Joseph Sander- son. The marriage will take place in Berciie United Church on Saturday, July 25, at 3.30 p.m. 8b BOYS' AND GIRLS' CAMP Howick Lions Club are again spon- soring camp at Kitchigami for child- ren of Howick Twp. Register now With Ken Edgar, Wroxeter, phone 10)2r2. Fee, $5.00. Boys, Aughst 8-15, Girls, Aug‘t15-23. F8:15{' OPEN-AIR CHURCH It's different!, It's enjoyable! At the Band Shell in the park. Every Sunday night at 7.30 (weather permitting) otherwise In Wingham Baptist Church. Next Sunday Pastor Coyle speaka on the subject: "A Rich 'Young Ruler—Poverty Etrickete FORMER TEACHER A link with the past in Wingham as severed last week when Bernice Howard Reynolds, well known in Wingham and district, as a former teacher at the public school, died Saturday at her home on Leopold Street, after a long illness. Miis Rey- nolds was in her 88th year Born in Morpeth, Ontario, Miss Reynolds was educated in Guelph and came to Wingham with her family in 1876. In her early life she became a school teacher, and remained in that profession for 54 years, teaching at Wingham Public School throughout the whole period of her career, Her length of service as a teacher is thought to be a record in the prov- ince. At her retirement in ]940 a large number of her former pupils made a presentation, at which a purse con- taining a large sum of money was given to her, as well as other tributes for a long and useful career. It is estimated that while she was a teacher in Wingham, almost every child in public school went through her class during the 54 years of her teaching, and that children of grandparents who had been taught by Miss Rey- nolds has, themselves studied under the same teacher. A good number of her former pupils later achieved suc- cess in many different fields. Miss Reynolds was a member of the Wingham United Church, and played the organ there for 47 years. Surviving is one sister, Miss Anna Mabel Reynolds, also of Wingham. Funeral services were held on Mon- day afternoon from Wingham United Church, with Rev. D. J. MacRae of- ficiating, Interment was in Wingham cemetery. Pallbearers were: E: S. Copeland,' Frank Howson, Wilfred Hamilton, Percy Stainton, Charles Lloyd and Theodore Mudy. Undergoes Operation In London Hospital Fraser Strong, 7, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Strong, was a patient In Victoria Hospital, London, last week, where he underwent an operation on his eye. Dr. Charles Thompson, who performed the operation, reports that it was an apparent success, Fraser returned home on Sunday, Mrs. Strong was in London during his stay in the hospital, and her sister, Lillian Beney, of Brantford, took Ore of the family while she was away, A large number of small matters, ranging from parking meters to patching pavements, were dealt with at the council meeting on Monday night, in a session which lasted well past midnight, Tired council members carried their problems with them, to be discussed on the pavement in front of the town hall, after the meeting was over. A highlight of the evening was a visit from L. S. Mannell, representa- tive of the Mico-Meter Sales and Ser- vice, Ltd., Port Credit, manufacturers of parking meters. Mr. Mannell spoke on the parking problems in towns in general and in Wingham particularly, pointing out, the advantages of park- ing meters as a means of controlling parking in the main street shopping district, Cases of other towns of com- parable size who have installed meters successfully were cited and the coun- cil was given a description of how these machines work. Cost of the meters would be $69.50 each, plus an installation charge of $6. About 100 meters would be needed for the business section of Wingham's main street. Payments for the meters can be made on a basis of 75 per cent of the revenue from them, plus inter- est charges, and it is estimated that the meters would pay for themselves in about two and a half years. Mr. Mannell said the revenue from the meters would be in the neighbourhood of $5,000 per year, which he pointed out, could be applied against police costs in the town, or for any other such purpose. The council agreed to consider the matter of installing meters. Reduces Own Taxes A letter from the Bell Telephone Company was read regarding the tax notice sent to them by the town. The letter pointed out that under an act passed by the last session of parli- ament, the company could not'.be tax- ed more than 4 per cent of its gross receipts. The lettter went on to say that the company was therefore reducing its tax bill from $2,680.21 , to $2,320.59, thereby effecting a saving for itself of $359.62. W. A, Galbraith town clerk, reported that he had writ- ten to the municipal board protesting this section, but had been advised that there was nothing that could be done about it. Want Action on Plans A letter from the Kilburn Engineer- ing Company Was read, inquiring what action was to be taken on plans drawn up by them some two years ago for a sewage plant for the town Of Wingham, Since that time the project has been shelved because of the possibility that a new school will be built, and the !council seemed to feel that it would not be possible to attempt both pro- jects at the same time. It was de- cided to write the colapany a letter explaining the circumstances, Need More Help on Streets The problem of a shortage of help in the street department was discussed and was poointed out that, with one man doing part time police duties, it is sometimes impossible to keep up with the work on the streets. A lengthy discussion followed on the possibility of using part time help, or help from the cemetery staff, or as- sistance from the Public Utilities Com- mission. Finally it was decided to hire another man for the street depart- ment'on a fulltime basis. The patching of sidewalks -.around town also came up for discussion, and there was a certain amount of con- traversy as to whether this should be done with asphalt or with cement. As- phalt patching is considerably cheap- er but there was some question as to whether citizens would care for the black stuff on their sidewalks. The merits of both types of pavement were discussed at some length, and it finally decided to use cement on ephine Street, and to try out asphalt on the back streets. Police Cruiser Discussed The condition of the police cruiser was discussed' Chief Bert Platt told council members that it was only with the greatest of difficulty that he could gee the car up to 50 miles an hour, and that. whenever lie went to Goderich he had to leave an hour earlier in case he had to finish the trip by thumb. One of the councillors said that the town was paying up to $100 per montir— on repairs to the cruiser, and that it was a waste of money. He also said that money spent for repairs would be better spent on a new car. The matter was discussed further, but no decision was made. Building Permiits For $26,572 Approved by Council Building permits to the value of $26,572 were passed at the meeting of the town council on Monday night. Permits issued were as follows: Cohn Fingland, residence, Carling Terrace; H, W. Pocock, residence, Boland Street; Roy Manuel, shed, Pat- rick Street; Dr. and Mrs. W, A. Craw- ford, doctor's office, Patrick Street; Vincent Dittmer, den and breakfast REV. D. J. MACRAE INDUCTED AS MINISTER AT UNITED CHURCH Rev. D. J, MacRae was inducted as minister of Wingham United Church at a well attended meeting of the congregation last Friday evening. The service was in charge of Rev. R. A, Brook, secretary of Huron Pres- bytery. Mr. Brook addressed the minister, outlining anew the duties and privileges of that calling. Rev. C. C. Washington, of Auburn, spoke to the congregation on the responsi- bilities of the members to the church and to the minister, , Rev, Mr. MacRae was escorted to the front of the church by T. S. Beattie and Colin Fingland, members of the session and was questioned by Rev. Mr. Washington according to the in- duction ritual of the church. The choir, under the direction of Alan Bennett, assisted in the service. Following the induction the congre- gation adjourned to the basement for a social period. The Woman's Associ- ation supplied refreshments. Rev. Mr. MacRae and Mrs. MacRae were introduced to the members individu- ally by Hugh Carmichael and Dewitt Miller. G. W. Tiffin, chairman of the re- ception, called in turn on Revs. Brook, Washington and Nimmo who extended greetings and good wishes, and finally on Mr. MacRae who ex- pressed his pleasure at the welcome accorded to himself and family and his hope for a faithful and happy ministry in Wingham. During the meeting a gift to the congregation from Rev. J. C. and Mrs, Thompson was unwrapped. It was a framed reproduction of the beautiful painting "Head of Christ" by Sallman. town police cruiser which is capable PASSES IN WINGHAM of speeds up to 50 miles per hour, if pushed, has come in for a lot of rib- bing lately. Chief Bert Platt says he's afraid to go too far from home in it in case he doesn't get back. A suggestion that the town trade it in on a bicycle has been made, but has- -n't been received seriously. A 'bike would be faster only when going .down hill. was Jos- the Dr. J. D. Forde, Fordwich physican, was a busy man over the week-end, due to accidents on the farm. Claude Martin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Martin of the fourth concession, fell off a load of hay and broke his arm and cut his head badly. He was in Listowel Hospital until Sunday, Larry Sider, son of Mr. and Mrs. Murray Sider, 6th con., caught his arm in the corn drill causing a very sever gash which required stitches. Mr. Russel Ruttan, of the ninth con- cession, slipped on the barn floor and gashed his neck on a tap. He also had to have stitches. Lightning Strikes Three Times in Whitechurch District During the electrical storm last Wednesday a chimney on the north end of the Presbyterian Church in Whitechurch, was struck with light- ning. The bolt cracked the chimney in four parts, blew out the plug for the choir loft lights and the plug for the basement lights. On Sunday evening an unused chim- ney on Mr. George McClenaghan's house was struck tearing off part of the cornice and leaving the upstair rooms full of smoke and sulphur, and tearing away the shingles. Mr. Mos. Clenaghan was stunned by the shock for some time. During the night the barn on Mr. John McQuillin's farm in W, Wawa- nosh, Was struck and it burned, With a driving shed, and twenty-one sheep that were near, Were killed, Many of the electrical storms this summer have been exceptionally severe.