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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1961-02-01, Page 1*OTE TO DRIVERS— , a eS'elarivers would do well to take note of section 113, sub-section 1, of the Ontario Highwa.y Traffic Act. This section deals with the necessity to report accidents that involve any personal injury or property damage that is in excess of wax* to either provincial or -enetnieenalepolice. Failure to do so can mean charges being laid with fines of $10.00 to $50.00 for the iii steOffeheee'eintratheeepeettliteetie license can be suspended. HOSPITAL ANNUAL FRIDAY EVENING .One of the most important meet- * e ve of the year will be held on • eiday evening of this week. It 'is the annual meeting of the Wing- ham General Hospital Association, which will be held at the Nurses' Residence (recreation room) at eight o'clock. • The hospital each year assumes a more important place in the 'com- muniey, both rural and urban, and it is at the annual meeting that problems • can he aired and sug- gestions made. Questions and criticisms about the hospital and its management are frequently, heard in general conversation about the town. The annual meet- ing provides an opportunity to learn the facts, • The public is invited to attend, ' ',tee Only those who obtain mem- * trship in the association are en- leitd to vote on the election of •''" directors and other business, Mem- bership cards may be secured for $1:00 at the hospital office or from the secretary, John Strong and board members, ANNOUNCEMENT With the exception of High School, hotel, restaurant, hospital, we arc forced to 'discontinue de- livery from Monday to Friday but will deliver all day Saturdays. Locicrielge Meat Market. rib ,SLID inns NONSENSE you hear from the meteorological authorities Is so much hot air to our friend the ground., hog. Its big day contestmnorrow, as he rises freln his top bed Watt slips outside to look for his shadow. Just forget yOur barometer, your ttlantraie and the Do- minion Vnbilic Weather dike. The groundhog knows all. YOU .TAKE A SLAP SHOT FROM THE POINT—Four members of the PeeeWee sqtiad listen to their coach in the dressing rooms during Minor Hockey Day 'alit Saturday. The kids, out in full -regalia, were really ready for bet action. .The four pictured above exemplify the attitude of the dozens:of youngsters who took part in the event, They :tie left - tee right, Bin 'Kerr, Larry Taylor, John Douglas and Newt Richardson. Proceeds from the :day amounted to ,about $125,09 Which will go towards sweaters and other hockey equipment at the school. the Ministerial Grade V on the kight assisted lit to the .childreti hi Thu class. A. B. MeItuitur, right, vice-president of the Gideon Camp, spoke briefly to the children. on (Odeon Work.--ritoto by Cantelott. Bev. T. 6. 'fusser, left. represcrithq Association, spoke to the children it. Bible. iVillinatt lienderson, seroad distributing 48 other l'estanients ZIM With which is amalgamated the Gorrite Vidette and Wroxeter News •WKNORAM, ONTARIO, WE'DNESDAY,, irtailtUABY Yst, linit eQPINS Hockey Turnout for Week ...vent: I ALONG THE MAIN DRAG ley The Pedestrian' LONG TIME AGO-, In 'process of dismantling an old type rack at the Advance-Tunes office last week we noted O. pen- cilled inscription placed there by the man who first Used the Melt for the hand setting of type, His name was A, .1. W, Galbraith and he noted that he set his first type from the rack on Jan, 31st, 1898— sixty-three years ago, Another. name On the same rack was that of •Chas, '4, Moore, Apr, 4,, 19Q3. Q -0-0 PARENTS ON DECH— it was good to see so many par- Mite at the arena on Saturday afternoon where their youngsters 'ere taking part in the special Mar Hockey Week program. There were a good many exclamae tions of surprise at how well the youngsters handled themselves on the ice,. u - 0 - 0„_ TRE'ACHEROUS WILIELILIN el— Driving a car these days calls for a good deal of extra caution. The Slippery condition of the streets and the piled-up snow at the intersections make- added haz- ards. If you skid into another car, that's bad enough-abut if you fail to Stop when a child, iii in your path you have all the makings of tragedy. 0 - 0 - 0 1r,,NGAGEMT3NT, Mr. mid Mrs. Stewart Ritchie. c: Lucknow, announce the engage- ent of their daughter, Sharon cc, to Thonatie George Cameron, n of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Cam- eron, Wingham. Wedding will take place In Wingham on February llth, Fib PRE-VALENTINE DANCE Bring your Valentilie to the dance in the newly decorated Wroxeter Hall, Friday, February 3. Door and. Spot prises. Music by Revers Orchestra, Admission Ib'e Ltinch booth, in hall, Fib ST. PATRICReS TEA The Ladies' Aid of St. Andrew's are holding a St, Patriek's Tea. on Wednesday, March 15th, ftom 3 16 e p.m. In the Sunday Scheel ream. There will be a bake and delicatese Oen table. Fi-M8b Board-Staff Hold Dinner at School The teaching and administrative staff of the Wingham District High School were guests of the school board at a dinner in the school's cafeteria last Friday even- ing. The event is an annual function to give the staff an opportunity to meet the hoard members anti to promote . better relations between the two groups, The meeting was under the chair- manship of A. D, Max-Menne chairman of the board. He intro- duced the members of the board, and said to the staff that if any members had suggestions for bettri eelioel operation the board would be glad to hear them. He also thanked the'teachere for the har- mony mid co-operation that has been apparent during the year, Principal Frank Madill introduc- ed the teachers and administrative personnel. Vice-principal Robert Ritter thanked the board for the opportunity of meeting together. Board member Dr. W. A, M.cleib- bon thanked the cafeteria 'staff for. their efforts in working after hours to provide the excellent meal. John Strong of CKNX and Rob- ert Wenger of the Advance-Times Don fardin Holds Party for Pupils .• Don Jardinateaeher of a mixed elass of Grades 6, and 7 at the Winglitten •PublieSehaol,eetatertailla ed his pupils last Friday evening at a skating party.. The skating took place on the open air rink in the Jardin yard. The students enjoyed themselves immensely and after the fresh air and exercise, all 33 were invited into the house to listen to music and Mr. Jardin and his mother served lunch. H.S. Teachers Attend Durham Meeting Ross Vogan and Robert Vivian attended the winter meeting of the Saugeen. Zone, Industrial Arts Teachers in DUrham District High School on Saturday. Mr, Madill, principal of WDHS, and Mr. Moir, chairman of the management com- mittee, were their guests. The main topic in the morning seseion was "The Proposed Revised Course of Study," by Prof, Luther, of Toronto, • In the afternoon the manager of the Kroehler Furniture plant conducted the group in a most en- tertaining and instructive tour of this modern furniture factory, SPECIAL, SERVICES OBSERVE CHRISTIAN YOUTH WEEK HERE At the meeting of the Wingham Sportsmen's Association held at their club house on Monday eve- ning it was announced that King, Whyte, well-known television ex- ponent of outdoor life, will be the guest speaker at a meeting here in February. The occasion will be the first annual public relations and 'farmers' night. The date of the gathering will be set by the executive and announced shortly. , Slim Boucher presided in the ab- sence of the president, Ab Netlt- ery. Jack Hendersop was unani- mously re-elected chairman of - the membership committee in recogni- tion of the outstanding job• done in 1960. Slim Boucher , presented a collection of slides and movie films of club activities which he had taken sine: the club w'zs form'. ed. He said that since ne is about to leave Ontario he is anxious that these pictures left with the or- ganization for their historic value. In the Squirt, section, Team 0 defeated Teem 8 on a 4-2 score,. Scoring for Team 5 were Monty Templeman (2), Mae Galbraith and Don Collar. Jim McCarter. and. Eddie Ross were the marks- men for Team 8. In, the Pee-Wee division Team I whitewashed Team 4 in o: decision. Gary Carter sank .'telece' of the goals and Brian Clark one.; When the Bantams finished play Team 1 had taken a decisive 5-1 victory from Team 2. Scoring for the winners were Martin Garniss. (2), Mike 'Fleury (2) and Jim; English. The lone goal for the losers was scored by Stan Bis-• mayor, The 4 p.m. Squirt game saw No Stocking Ross Woemworth, local conser- vation officer, announced that he had received word from the De- partment of Lands and Forests that no streams will be stocked with fish this year where "No T V03., passing" signs are posted. If, however, the signs are worded to indicate that fishing will be per- mitted when. permission has been asked by the angler, stocking con be carried out. Resignation of "Hap" Swatridge as club secretary was accepted with regret. Hap stated that he na8 too many engagements on Monday evenings to h ,properly look after t.- work. Terry Nethery was appoint- ed in his place. The auditor, Eric Walden, re- turned the treasurer's books and, reported that records are in order. It Was decided to sell tickets on a seven and a half horsepower out- board motor, the draw to be made at the opening of trout season on May 1st. Take Over Juniors Slim Boucher appealed to the club to continue its interest in the progress of the Junior organiza- tion and described the great pro- gress which has been made with .the boys to date. -Borden Jenkins was named to take charge of the Juniors with Frank Caskanette and Charlie Davidson as assistants, Slim also turned in the .22 rifles and 2,000 rounds of ammunition Which are for the use of the jun- ior club. It was also announced that the senior club has purchased a "keep- er" trophy to go to the winner of the Bert Platt Trophy, for wo- men's rifle competition. Mrs, Jack 'Henderson was the Winner last year, and Will receive the first of these awards. Guests at the meeting were Mem- bore of the Satigeen Valley Sports- men's Assoc, from Hanover, Neu- stadt, Durham and °thee points. Their president, Bert Cross., and a past president, ,spoke briefly, Lunch Was served by Harvey Carrick and the door prize went to. Charlie Davidson. vAirawrom IIGA AND BAIKING SALE At St. Paul's Anglican Church, Wednesday, February 8th, at 3 p.m. Sponsored by Ladies' Guild. -101-8b PRESENTATIONS MADE TO DEPARTING LIONS Lions Michael McPhail and Slim Boucher, who are leaving Wing- ham to take up residence in Cali- fornia and Halifax respectively, were honored at the regular meet- ing of the Lions Club en Friday evening, Lion Jack Reavie pre- sented gifts to each of them and expressed the sincere regret of the club at losing two members who have contributed so much to the cause of Lionism In Wingham. Lion "Mike" McPhail is a past president of the club and has been one of its most devoted workers. Lion "Slim" joined the organization more recently but has been ex- tremely valuable, 'particularly in the organizing of Frontier Days activities, The best wishes of all the Lions were expressed to both men for success in their new fields Of endeavour. The Young People's Society of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church is holding a special Youth Night on Thursday, when they hope that all young people of the town and anyone else who would like to at- tend will join with them. The speaker will be Mr. G. W. Bish, who is connected with the Canadian Keswick Conference, Mr. Bish will show slides that were. taken at Keswick., which will be very interesting. With Mr, Bish will' be an out-, standing baritone singer, Sam Career, The meeting commences at 7.30. A concluding service to Christian Youth Week will be held at St. Andrew's on Sunday -evening at seven, All churches in the com- munity are combining in this special service and all young peo- ple's organizations of the various churches, Cubs, Scouts, Guides and Brownies are asked to attend. Rev. Wes, Aruum, Canadian sup- ervisor far Youth for Christ, will be the speaker. Mr. Aruum is known to many young people here, having were guests at the meeting. been in town on several occasions. He was song leader for the 'team when the Layton Ford Mission was held here about five years ago. The Special Minor Hocicee- Pay, held at the local arena last Satur- day afternoon attracted a. Dead crowd of Interested Parents and spectators who turned out to see the boys in action. A sieeable stein- was realized to assist with the costs entailed in the minor hockey • program. King WItyletp,Be Gues At SportswFarmer Night Team 6 -defeat Team 7 in a close{ MARCH OF DIMES decision on a 2-1 count, Scoring for Team 0 were Bruge Cameron and Grant Heywood, while Tom Irvine was the only marksman for. the losers. The final game of the aftereeens saw Pee-Wee Team 2 take Teane 3 on a 5-4 count. Doug Ewing was the hotshot for the winners, sinking four of their five goals. The fifth was scored by Norman- Corrin. Bill Kerr accounted for, two of the goals for the losers,' Wayne Gordon and John Douglas scoring the others, The Kinettes were very pleased with the wonderful support they received on Monday evening, when the women canvassed the town for the March of Dimes, They collected approximately $660 on the house to house blitz. They are also grateful to Mrs. George Galbraith, Mrs. W. B. Con- roe, Mrs. Matt Boyd, Mrs. E. F. Shaunessy, Mrs. Harvey Fisher, Mrs. Ed. MacAulay, Mt's. DeWitt Miller and Miss ,Barbara Steuernol who volunteered to help with the drive. A total of about 30 women cover- ed the entire town. When each had finished her calls she went to the home of Mrs. Freddie Templernan, where doughnuts and coffee were served and the night's receipts counted. KINETTES COLLECT $660 IN TOWN BLITZ Berry Property Is Planning Bd. Topic "SUM" BOUCHER. IS HONORED BY, fRIENDS About 70 friends gathered at the Winghern Sportsmen's club house last Friday evening to say fare- well to "Slim" Boucher, who•leaves at the end of this. week with his family for their new home in Hali- fax. The evening was spent in cards and a delicious lunch was served. Harry McArthur spoke for the members of the Sportsmen's As- sociation and other friends when he expressed the keen regret-which is generally felt at Slim's depar- ture, and presented him with a set of luggage on behalf of those as- sembled. A letter was also read from the Dept. of Lands and For- ests, thanking Slim for the ex- cellent work he has done In the cause of conservation in this area, Mayor R. B. McKinney spoke for townspeople generally when he told the guest of honor how much his efforts have meant to the community as a whole. jack Orvis expressed similar sentiments from the Legion and Jack Henderson also spoke for the Sportsmen. Slim voiced his regret at having lunch committee for Februery were t to part from so many good friends The •result of thifi decision was- Mrs. Lloyd Carter, Mrs. Bob Case- ' ' and issued an invitation to any that the Turnberry Council will more, Mrs. 'Helen Casemore, Mrs. who are able to visit him in Hali-David Crothers and Mrs. Erie confer with a Kitchener consultant . fax. , Walden. i on the problem. •• D, C, Nesmith was re-appointed' to deal with the property by chairman and Walter Woods vice- • the Berry Door Co., Ltd., in. the chairman. A new member, Harry! north-east corner of the town, A, Fuller and Harry West .of the Ladies' Auxiliary 'Berry Company attended the meet- ing-and discussed with the board Plans Social Eve. i deVelopment of the tract it was Applications were .read for nine pointed out that the original plans women into membership of the La-' had not met the approval of the dies' Auxiliary to _ the Canadian Dept of Planning and Develop- Legion ment and a later plan by the at the regular meeting•met Dc- Wednesday evening. Mrs. George partment had not been altogether Brooks acted as secretary in the -acceptable to the owners. The absence of Mrs. Ted English. See- Planning Board suggested that al- oral thank you notes were read aerations be made in the original from shut-ins who had been re- plan in' the hope that agreement membered at Christmas, and from would be reached, the adopted soldier in Westminster Hospital, London. An• invitation is being sent to Mrs. William McCann, of Temetwicia zone commander, to attend the meeting on February 22nd. A pot- building must be had on the high- luck supper and socaa evening will way approaches to Wingham, and be held for Auxiliary member's in particular in the area in which and their husbands on February 14, the new Turnberry Area school is with Mrs. John Strong and Mrs, V. Ducharme as conveners. Mr1 being built. Mrs. Alvin Sell and Mrs. David Creel: The Planning Beare suggested ors will convene the euchre's in that the proposed by-law was un- February. necessarily restrictive and not Annual reports were rend by all enough provision was made for The Wingham-Turnberry Plan- Mulvey, of Turnberry, was not pre- ning Board held its 1961 inaugural sent. Clare °antigen was re-ap- meeting at the council chambers i pointed as the member named by here on Wednesday evening of last' the board for a three-year term, •• week, • The main item. of buelness.was the conveners. Appointed to the some ei assee o f operation. The Township of Turnberry pre- sented a suggested zoning by-law to the board for cense-Aeration The township - feels that control of Lion G. W. Tiffin was in charge a the Installation of two new club Members, Lions Ted Elliott and Elmer Purdon, who were welcomed into full membership, Lion Gordon Buchanan reported on progress in connection with the forthcoming Raster Seal campaign for Crippled Children and Lion Ted Shanilessy reported en arrange- ments for the presentation of the opera on March 10th, Lion President Bill Cruickshank Presided for the meeting, Lion Hap Swatridge was at the piano,' Lion sill Conran led the singing and Lion Percy Clark extracted any loose change left lying around by the members. Included in the evening's business Was a donation of $500 to the hind for a public address system at the new county home at Clinton, This donation was actually voted a year ago, but no action has been re- (mired until the present time. An- WINS GOLD TESTAIIIENT--.Doughts tilewbritY, other donation was the sum of centre, is pictured above with P, gold New Testament Iyhich he won for his essay on "The Life of {{hose,"WO to the school for retarded t' for (grade pupils at the puhlie children, Voted at the club's last school Was sponsored by the Wingliam 'Gideon 111 tillM 'The ila"tte Club "8 1 Camp, Last Wednesday DO, II, N. Voltio, scebtkiii (1neage l'uth to Page 'Pett) left, president Of the Jump, Made 'the ittesentation •