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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1960-06-08, Page 1Club. The entertelmerent was en, joyed by all and saw several 'outs standing performances. The ar- ena was attractively decorated and all exhibitors had gone to an immense amount. of trouble to rtletko their stands interesting and eolore ful. Pliade donated by the Foterfosa, Spring Brewery provided a $15.00 door prize each evening, with Roy Ellinton. of Kincardine winning on Thursday night, Mrs, Gordon Godkin of Wingham on Friday and Mrs. William Robertson of Blerevale on Saturday. The Islas- men draw 'for a model train loaded with $50.00 in cash was won- by Harold Wild of Wingham, Sgt. Electro, the Mechanical - ro- bot, brought in by the RCAIO'Cline ton, attracted great interest With his radio directed activities. 'The children in particular enjoyed his antics and the adults marvelled at his abilities. The Ontario Hydro exhibit which displayed a model of a nuclear- generating station was interesting in light of the proposed plant north of Kincardine. The Sportsmen and the Dept, of Lands and Forests had community service booths of top interest. Lovell McGuire's display of milking equipment had ,more than usual interest when live cows were brought in twice each evening for milking. The three ear dealers from Wingham all re- ported good interest In their pro- ducts as well as several implement dealers who were set up in the tent. Arena exhibits on 'furniture, doors, housing, camping equip. ment, 'tires, food, home appliances and many other items did justice to the dealers displaying., All in all the fair certainly 'made a name 'for the community, as well as raising funds for the kinsmen Club which will be used to further its program of community service, SPORTSMEN- PLAN FISHINti Meeting at the club lioute in Lower Wingham on Monday even- ing, the members of the Wingham Sportsmens' Association, with. Ab. Nethery in the chair, planned to go on a fishing trip to MCCul- lough Lake, Williamsford, shortly, The largest attendance to date was on hand for the meeting. Harry McArthur, the club's rep- resentative on time new parks board, reported on progress to elate, and expressed the opinion that there is every prospect that the park „will eventually he one of the Peet in the entire area, Brian Metcalfe was appointed to take charge of the trap shooting and will be responsible for the twice-weekly shoots, on Wednesday evening and Saturday afternoons. Percy 'Willie. chairman of the; re- stocking eommitee, said that a total of 6700 trout have been placed in 14 streams in this area. Slim Boucher, reporting on Mem- bership, stated' that the total has risen from the previously reported 98 to 110. He also said that the picnic site on the west side of the pond Is almost completed. The club's booth At the Trade Fair netted about $40,00 profit and had done an excellent job of public relations, Slim also said that an invitation has been accepted for six members of the club to be the guests of the North Bay Fish ,and Game Club for a week-end outing.. A similar invitation will be extended to the North Bay organization later in the season. Lorne Archer won the monthly $50.00 draw. Two films were shown, "tattling Bass" and "Fishing Thrills". At the request of the Film Council Reg Bitton anti Hap Swatridge were ap- pointed as projectionists - — PARK SPECIALIST TO VISIT WINfillAM • Harry McArthur, chairman of the newly - organized Riverside Parks Beard, reported this week that the board has contacted the Department of Planning and Dee' velopment for assistance in formu- lating a plan to develop the river site park area. The -board was re. ferrecl to 'Mr. Sohn A. Weals, of the: Department of Horticulture, of the OAC, who Will visit Wieginull to- day (Wednesday), to go over the planning 'problems with the hoard. Attends Investiture John Hanna, avi.P.P., was a guest last Saturday afternoon at the Re- serve Forces Investiture held at Fort York, Toronto. The Lietitene ant Governor of Onterio carried out the ceremony and Me. Hanna was also a guest At the reception which followed do the Officers' Mess. Mr. }Willa Was also present, the previous week at: the, Queen's Plate- ball, held at the its mt. ward Hotel. the hoieestead wits nearly all bush. His father cleared land with oxen and he recalls logging bees, the teams of oxen, threshing by horse- power and the first than to' enter FordWich. He was a lad of about 15 When the narrow gauge train steamed in .with its woodeureing engine. Longevity is a trait of the family. Mr. Sothern's father lived to be 104, his Mother 94, a brother 94 and a sister wee 06 when she died. Mr. Sothern is the last surviving Member of a Utility of nine. Ie 1802 he married the former Susan OVIeKee, who predeceased him 35 years ago. There are eight children, Bruce. and William, of Forciwieft, :Mrs. Carl (Eunice) Harris, elf ;Coleesae-, Sask., Mrs. Seaford (Teesie) Zimmerman, Gore rie, Mrs, Ira (Hazel) Schaefer, Mrs. Bellow. (Emily) Bream, Mrs. Roy (Nellie) Simmons, all of Ford- while and Mrs. Roy (Dorothy) Hartman, of GownestoWe. He has 82 gnantlehildeen and 49 great grandchildren, Three years ago Mr. Sothern tra- velled to lArieltateheVeart to visit hie elatighter. He is in fairly good health and says he eats and sleeps Well: although his eyesight is slightly impaired. mr.'Sothern has a keen mind end Wit, SHARES AVAILABLE FOR BUILDINli FUND Secretary John Pattlson .won the mehebershlp draw last Tuesday night at the regular meeting of the Wingham Brandt Nee 180 Can- adian Legion. The draw this month was $45.06. President Java Oevls presided for the meeting and the minutes were read by the secretary, On a mo- tion passed by the general meet- tug, shates Will be Old for $10.00 each. at 5 per cent interest on loan Certificates for the building feed. A letter of thanks was read from the Red CecA; for the aotmetatioe the Legion had entree both io the annual drive Awl the blood don- or) Miele. The reports Were given by the vaeleus tomenttee -Chain-nee and Cone. Hogg gave the treasurer's report. All bills Will be paid when properly acetified. Corn. Bateeon was named chairman of the Christ- man tree eomenittee. Work parties are being held In the evenings and niembere will be contacted by the phoning commit- tee. SEVERAL HOMES TO BE BUILT A number of new homes will be built In Wingham this summer as indicated by land transactions and contracts that have already been let. G. W. Cruickshank, general manager of OICNX, has already started construction of a split-level home on the north side of Vic- toria Street, just east of Carling Terrace. Richard Kilpatrick, who is em- ployed as cost accountant at Wingham Building Products Ltd., has purchased a lot from Ernie Lewis on Frances Street, anti will build a new home in the near future. Mr. Kilpatrick has been residing in Ashfield Township. Mrs. Fred Crump has purchased a lot immediately west of the 'form- er Crompton Jewellery store and it is understood will 'build a home in this location. Another new addition to the Berry Patch will come into being when Jack Gorrie builds a new home on the lot immediately south of the _residence built 1)9 Francis Mills, and since sold to William Walden.'MT. Gorrie is employed by goweon ee Howson of _Wing` ain DAVID MICHAEL SLOSSER sou of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Slosser of Wingham, who received a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Western Ontario convocation at London. Oil Saturday, June 401. ALONG THE MAIN DRAG By The retleetriao ENGAGEMENT Mrs. Richard Weathethead, Ilearesville, wishes to ailtiounee the !engagement of her dinighter, Don- na Pleirerieci, to Me, Rose Douglas Iticklie of tritseets, see of Mr. arid Mrs. Melville Jett-dbl. The wed- ding will take ;place June 11th iii the Whighare United Chtireh. V8* RENOVATIONS STARTED-- Menthere of the local Legion have peen turning out for work parties at tile Legion Home. The section of the bonding which Was used as a _kitchen has been torn off and the site is being readied, for the -erection of a new wing. 0 - (), rAILKS faROGRAM..o. A horticulture- and planning con- itteltant from the OAC is expected in town this afternoon to look ever • the ,proposed park areas along the it on:land River, as an assist for the lorat paths .board, 'Following his - it Is expected that the 'board wilt he able to complete its 'basic plene and get Into action for this season, 0 - 0 0 DON'T. FORGET THE This iseite of The Advamee4`1417nes carries. the complete schedule of Inteenuellate 'WOO.A ball games in. widen: the Wingham boys are talc- peg part, How about .dipping it out for future reference? You can ,Molt forward 'to a. good many pleas- ant evenings as the team plays its home ;games, 0 - 0 - 0. TWO JOE'S— . There are at 'least two fellows by -the name of Joe la this town and- the AT seems to have them -badlO. Needed up. In the outlines .which appeared under two separate pictures in recent issues we carried the name of Joe 'Kerr, when the man in the' photo -was actually Joe Clark. 0 0 - 0 t 'SOB LEWIS IN TOWN— Ex-eonstahle 'Bob Lewis of Wing- ham and now of North Bay, was in town briefly this week to appear at a court hearing in Goderich. Bob reports that things are -going well with he and his family in the North,. where he is now chief of the news operation for the telee vision station An North Bay. 0 '-0-0 EXODUS STARTS— . • The fine Weather at the' week- end saw ,seVerhi locaLlatiliiine 'off toe:m.0one 'Nice shores with their -gal/ming equipment. Among them we noted Dr, ShaueessO and family efettieleetilOir mp99rotAraW tra4Cti; teat' seaetineetiing 0.10 into -full bloom as' a new recreation' an- its converts are really enthusiastic: 0 - LARGER FLEET-'— Several vessels have been added to the local power squadron• during the past few months, Herb, Fuller has a sleek 1.8 foot cabin job and Ade Bateson and Don Adams have 'Secured a craft. Soon we'll have the makings of a Wingham fleet. TO Build Home On Victoria St. G. W..Cruickshank has sold his one on Catharine Street to Don Kennedy of Arnprior, who will bring his family to town shortly. Mr. Kennedy has been named assis- tant:. general manager of the West- ern Foundry Mr. Creickehanit Intends to 'build .a new home on Victoria Street, in the block imnfediately east of Carling .Terrace. ENGAGEMENT Mr: and Mrs. Norman McArthiir of Creemore wish to announce the. engagement i of their daughter Norma Marion Eileen to Mr. Mac Itenwielt Inglis, son of Mr, George Inglis of Belmare and the late Mrs. Inglis, Marriage • will take place June 25th at St. John's United ;Church, Creemore at 3 p.m. F8s StileVEIt IN WIIIITCAUR011 ilk Cold meat supper will be 'held We the Whiteehurch .Unithei Church Wednesday, Turte 15th, 6 to 8, Adults $100. Public school chil- dren 50e. Variety program to follow. F8b BLUEVALE BARE SALE The Blitevale-Turnbeery Group of the Woman's Association will hold a bake sale and Mystery Tea at Bluevale United Church June 17 at 3 p.m. F8b RECEPTION A rece'ptioe wit he held in Bei- grave Foresters' Hall, Fiklayeelline 1,0 for Mr. and Mrs. Russel Fear (Janhy Aimee/na). Aletick's Or- chestra, Ladies please bring Everyone welooine. to8* ANNIVERSARY SERVICE Knox Presbyterian Church, Blue- vale, is telebratieg its 102nd anni- versary Sunday, ,June at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Guest preacher. Rev. W. J. S. McClure, IVIoleeworth. Special music by chi and Mate quartet, Garden party will!be held Wednesday, June 29th. Everybody Oconee, • With whiat is. amatooriotted t ocrie Vitiate and Wt. titermew* WINGDAM, ONTARIO, MtIGONINPAY, JUNE aft, Moo SINGLE COPIES, -- 7 .remit insmen Stage Best rade Fair to 1 ate The third annual trade fair epon- .ed about 6,1100 square feet of space cored by the Wingham Kinsmen cied- was erected beside the az'ena Club 'was once again a highly sue- on Diagonal Road. ceserul event. Larger than ever, Sixty-three exhibitors took up the Fair attracted a good crowd, over 90 allotted booth spaces to although not as great as had ,been make the fair the largest and most hoped. In all there were nearly 'varied to date. The exhibits were 3,800 paid admissions with the to- 'good, with many newcomers to the fair displaying their wares, which over 4,500. covered' a wide range oz products of interest 'to all classes of visitors. Tile fair had something for just about everyone. There was a good midway for the children, as well as :hadoge and pap from the three booths operated by the Dinette tal attendance, including children, One of the main features 'of the fair was the big tent that housed all exhibits 'which would normally have 'been outside, pies a number of others which were located un- der. canvass. The tent itself cover- Sothern 98 ears roRDwioR-- William T. Sotio ONREE AT WESTERN ern, Howiok TownS.hipai oldest male citizen, celebrated his 98th birthday on Thursday, Juno 2nd, at the home of his son, Bruce, on the 4th concession of Howick. Mr. Sothern has lived on the same farms for' more than 50 years. It is the remaining portion •.of .1,000 acres homesteaded by his father, Mr. Sothern's parents came from Dublin, Ireland, and settled in Tor- -into for a short lime, then called York. His father held the keys to the York gaol during the MacKen- eie, uprising. He later came to Howick and was the seeond pioneer to open up land,. building a half I mile front the present Sothern Caret. Mr, Sothern can remember When MIRRORS OF GOD was the theme of Flower Sunday at the United Church here this past Sabbath. 'The above photo gives some indication ev. 1 Thompson Guest eaker on Flower Sunda • Among those receiving honorary degrees at the convocation of the University of Western Ontario on Saturday afternoon .was Dr. Alex- ander Nimmo of Wingham, who completed his term as :moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Canada only a 'few days previously. Conferring :the degree of doctor of Jaws on the ex-moderator, Dr. G. E. Halt, president, -and vice- chancellor of the University said, "We honor Dr. - Nim,mo today as the head - of ' the Presbyterian Church. We honor him, too, as en eloquent axe zealous minister of the Christian faith and as a de- voted and admired 'senior chap- lain in the -Royal Canadian Air Force. Last week, as the 'General Assembly of 'the Presbyterian Church opened in Guelph, Dr Nimmo , was .succeeded as mod- erator by Dr. Robert Lennox,. prin- cipal of the 'Presbyterian College in Montreal. Re was elected an hour and forty minutes after the 86th' General Assembly opened. De- feated nominee ,was Dr. Harry Lemma of Vancouver, The' new moderator was installed in .office by Dr. Nimmo. In his address to the Assembly Dr. Nimmo told of his visit last December to the churches in Japan and Formosa and • stressed the danger of compromising with the forces which oppose the Christiah faith. In Ids closing words to the gath- ering Dr, Niehno said, "God has never given man any reason to doubt Him, He has fulfilled• every promise." -NIMM , IECEIVES .4 • Bright sunshine, a profusion epf flowers and a church filled wRie paopleeeeneyeided, 4fctr.. the •Sunday School Annlverear and Flower Sunday of the Wing- ham United Church which was held on Sunday. The 'Sunday School superintendent, Russel Zur- brigg, presided and thanked all those who -had provided and ar- ranged the flowers, The theme for the,day was "Mir- rors of God" and all ductal:ions,' as well as the program were point- ed to the development of this sub- ject. As the congregation entered the church they noticed 'large bas- kets of flowers at the entrance and up the aisles while singing birds lent their joy and music to the floral scene, 'At the front of the church 'vas a quiet pool of water in a rustle setting, nestling amongst a hewer of tamarac trees. Across this pool stretched a curved rustic bridge, made of 'flowers and representing the span of life given to each per- Ien. Atnd . one e was a cradle filled with flowers, Um infant life start- in g ward of the completed Christian out, and at the other end a large gold crown which is the re- ward of crossing this bridge are making reflections for good or evil on the lives of their frietide and neighbors. 'We begin as small babies, 'passing through childhood and school, and proceed as young people with. life ahead, always learning to make 'decisions and choices of our own. These have a. great affect upon those with whom we come in tontact. We are always making an imprint upon the lives of those ou r us and many are copying our example. These reflee- Lions bring sleadow or sunshine to the lives of those who are walking near its, On the face of the gallery were hung mirrors, framed in flowers. These were held in place with white ropes, representing the ties of family• life, and the reflections which a nuttily, rut a group, Can make on the life of the church and community. The supporting posts Were covered with lacy green of the tamarac, and at the top were suspended large circles of white flowers, impressing the import- Lthce of binding together the fam- ily, the church and the community in one great circle of love. As -a pattern for our guidance Cod-sent His only son, Jesus Christ, Who lived the peefeet life. If we put our hands. in 'His as we Move along, our lives will be beautiful reflections of His great love for us, 'To depict this truth, above the organ Was placed a large screen framed in flowers. On this screen, es the centre 'of all, was shown a projected Nature, le color, of the painting called "The Head of Christ", by Scialhout. Underneath the endure, standing out in bold red letters against a floral back- ground, Were the words of the theme, "Mirrors of God".' If we keep our minds and hearts work- ing towand Jesus, we Will not wan- der, and when our time comes to- leave this life, God has promised crown of everlasting life. The proceSsIonal was led by the SundAy School choir in then. White • (Please turn to Page Seven) LIONS 110111 LAMES' NIRIT AT SCHOOL Members of the Wingham Lions 'lub, their bailee and guests gathered, at the Winghtten District )eigh School on Friday evening for the annual Ladies' 'Sellgitt, The 'School dining room Was well filled l'or the meeting, over which Lion President Dr, W. A, Crawford pee- 'Sided. The Wornans' Association Of Oileaelaidtaletieniale-O-O.hiffilidene tiib delicious turkey dinner. Misses Christine and Mary Run- stedtier sang the invocation before the guests were seated. Lion Don Nesmith proposed the toast to the, ladies, which was responded to by Mrs. W. W. Currie. Thanks to the ladles who catered for the dinner was expressed by president-elect Bill Crulkshank and 'Mrs. Andy Lunn replied. The incoming presi- dent was in the chair for the re- mainder of the meeting. During the dinner organ music was provided' by Lion Reg. Bitten and Lion Harold Victor Pym was at the piano for the songs which Were led 'by Lions Jack R.eavie and Bill 'Conroe, Tail Twisters were Lions Percy Clark and Michael McPhail. 'One of the delightful features of the evening was the appearance of the High School -Glee Club, which sang several selections under the direction of Mrs. Carl Douglas. Harold Victor Pym was accom- panist for the guest entertainer of the evening, 'Daniel Hyatt, who presented a variety of songs anti impersonations. Lion Norman Wel- wood expressed the appreelation of the gathering, During the. brief businves session President Dr. Crawford reed a let- ter from Ross `Hamilton, expressing thanks for the assistance provided in the World Refugee Year colleco Lion, Several to London Por Ordination James 0, :Shynkar, a fernier teacher at the Wingham Public School, was one of six candidates to be presented at a special service in Wesley United Church, London, last Wednesday night Each candi- date told of his call to the church. Attending the service from Wing- ham were Mr; and Mrs. Russel Zurbrigg, Mrs. Albert Rintoul, and Mrs, E. Zurbrigg, On Thursday evening the ordin- ation service was held in First St. Andrew's United Church, Rev. T. G. and; Mrs. Husser, Rev. C. A. Krug, Misses Phyllis and Marguer- ite Johns, Mrs. Roy Bennett and daughter Joan, Miss Helen Haines and Mr William Young attended the service, Rev. Shynkar attended the Uni- versity of Toronto to obtain his Bachelor of Arts degree and then studied theology at Emmanuel College. During the summer months he worked in the mission field. In 'May, 1959 he married . Gwen Grieve , 'Shoal Lake, who had graduated as a deaconess in the United Church, in Toronto and worked among the. Indians north of Winnipeg, ,They spent iast summer at Sandy Lake in rateeltill work, alit'Reve Seyeiltaie- 'Anew chosen as minister there. The Wingheen Sportsmen's As- sociation conducted several draws during the three days of the Kin Trade Fair, with the following as winners: In the main draw, on ,which tickets had been sold previously, Mrs. 'Hap Swatridge, Wingham, won the first prize, a tourist tent; second went to W H. Cook, Tees- water, a !barbecue; and third, portable cooler, was won by Wil- fred Rieh'l, Wingltam. Const. Ron Bell won a two- pound box of chocolates for bring- ing in the largest trout during the fair. Sets of fishing lures were given out each night of the fair as door prizes and these were won by Walter Scott, Robert Montgom- ery and James "Purvey. Ralph Saint took a $5.00 cash award for guessing closest to the weight of "Myrtle the Turtle", a real live reptile on display in the booth. The weight was somewhat over 25 pounds. Council Names Members To Joint Planning Board At the regular meeting of the town council on Monday evening Cleric 'William Renwick read a let- ter from the Turnberry council Meal stated that the rural mune- eipality had named three members to the Wingham-Turnberry Plan- ning Board, set up a few decks ago, -Ceuncillor 'A. D. Smith of Councillor Buchanan agreed with Mr. Gorbutt's suggestion and said if the Figure Skating Club would make 'arrangements to meet with the Arena Commission early in the season, lie could see no reason the problem's could not be and Reeve W. T. Willits- of Turn- overcome' one yeah With Mayor Ain:Kinney why berry sitting ah ex-officio Members. At the first meeting of the new Lease Given board a ninth member will be A letter Was road front the Boy named by the group. Scouts, thanking council for mak- A letter from the Wingham big 'tile old CPR station available Figure Skating Club was read to f°1' Scout use' council, x.equesting that one of its In this sante connection, council members be appointed to the Arena later agreed to give the Scout Commission. The Club pointed out' Group Cohlrnittee a 10-year lease on the property in order that it would be certain that the town would not take back the huVeling on Short notice after considerable Money choaudn bee s su pentt eodn a re e$rrovoa on. pyear for the building with the Scout group to look aftei all Inaieten- nee. Please turn to Page tell. of the limilense amount, lit wed for the special servieeo—Plieto, nit went into decorating the church Connell,: Leave f or IS nyland Thursday Morning and sine Entreat, Brenda Jane and Douglas, leave Wingham Ott Thursday morning for Toronto and Montreal, where Mr. Ellacott will see his family embark for England aboard the "Ivernia" on Friday. They will dock nt Southampton and will visit for 'two months with Mrs. Ellaeott:s brother at. Rudg- wick, Sussex, and with her aunt in Cranleigh, Surrey. This is Mrs, Elineott's first tee) home since she came to Canada 14 years ago. They will sail for home early in August, from Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Ellaentl were mar- ried in her hometown, Rudgwick, its 1943, 'while Joe was serving with the 'Canadian Army. They !came to Witty ham glee the war and both children were horn in Wieghfue. They have resided here ever since, with the eeeeption of about five store between ListoWel anti.Kiteh- yetelaerre; Whet) they (notated a meal . On Thursday night time members of St. Peens junior choir Presehted Brenda With a going away gift, a book in which she can record every detail of her , trip and will be pleased to welcome her back in. their Midst In 'the fail. mcnrimi The regular meeting .of the • Ladies` Auxiliary to the ingharn Geller& Hospital 'will be held in the Council Chamber on Friday' aftetheoti, Julie 10th, At 8 p.m. TO8b Win Sportsmen's 'Prizes at Fair , they would receive cooperation, The mayor pointed out that if the Figure Skating Club were given representation on the commission, a precedent would be, set and arty organization which uses the rink would have every right to ask for similar treatment. He also pointed out that to make such an app oint- Turnberry received a one-year a.p- ment the by-laws governing the pointinent; Walter Woods and commission would have to be Douglas McPherson were appointed changed, and it would be almost for two and three-year terms. impossible to do so. As a result of this Information the Wingham council appointed W. Wariurney and Cal Burke for three and two-year terms to the same board. Councillor D. C. Nasmith was council's represmitative for that problems arise each year in connection with ice time, tied indi- cated that if the group had a rep- resentative On the eolnMiCsion some of these problems could be. !toned out with less trouble, Councillor Gerbett remarked that it would appear the Club should send tts representatives to the toMmisielon early in the season and