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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1964-08-06, Page 3• r • • st 13r. M. I. Lowrie Dies in P. E. 1. Dr, M. I. Lowrie died at his home in Charlottetown, P, .1., in his 58th year. lie had been in charge of federal meat inspection at the Canada Packers' plant until last fall. Dr. Lowrie was born at Millbank and was a graduate of the Ontario Agricultural Col- lege, veterinarians' class of 1926. He went to Prince Edward Island in 1947 and was secret- ary of the P.E.I. Veterinarians Association for seven years. He was a faithful attendant of Trinity Church and past presi- dent of the Men's Association. He wrote short articles as a hobby, which were published in Canadian publications. Dr. Lowrie has been in fail- ing health for two years. He is survived by his wife and two sons. COMING -- August 13.19 THURS. thru WED. Cleopatra BROWNIE'S DRIVE-IN CLINTON ,044 1.31 it r, -ut•'_ • 44 HIGH WATER LEVELS from severe rains to the east of stoplogs in the Howson dam, pictured here in a state that Wingham on Sunday evening reached here Tuesday morn- was reminiscent of the big flood of 1948, ing and sent workmen scurrying to remove some of the Advance -Times photo. Honor Erle Corbett On is Retirement FORDWICH-Mr. and Mrs, Earl Moore, Master John Brick- er, Mrs. Fred Demerling, Mrs. Ruby Forester and John Gamble attended a reunion Sunday at the summer cottage at Lake Ip- perwash of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Winegarden in honor of the lat- rer's father, Mr. Erle Corbett. Mr. Corbett has retired after serving for a number of years with the Veteran's Farm Loan. The afternoon was spent re- newing acquaintances and Mr. and Mrs. Corbett were pre- sented with a chaise longue for which Erle voiced appreciation About 50 relatives, friends and former army companions at- tended and all enjoyed a smor- gasbord supper. Others attend- ing were Mrs. D. S. Mac - Naughton and John MacNaugh- ton of Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hawksbee and Mrs. Hil- da Roberts of Listowel, Mr. George Inglis of Belmore, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Elarris and fami- ly of Brownsville. Among the English lan- guage's puzzling words is "ec- onomy' -which means the large size in soap flakes, and the small size in automobiles. seassassaa When you install a modern electric range in your kitchen, you get important benefits. electricity gives you a safer kitchen: No flames to worry about; and the comfort of knowing that you are cooking with the completely controlled heat that electricity provides. a cleaner kitchen: There are no combustion fumes to soil your walls and curtains. a cooler kitchen: Electric elements hold heat to exact temperatures—provide cooking speed without excessive heat ... keeps your kitchen cool. To get more out of life , . get the most out of electricity. sssesSaasa Wingham Pubic Utilities commission Enter Elmer's Contest Today The winners of the first "El- mer" summer safety contest have been announced. Those who won bicycles and accessory kits were from Brantford, Wel- land, Atwood, Chatham, Stoney Creek, Zurich, Hamil- ton, Islington, King City, Kirkland Lake, London, Mait- land, St. Catharines, New Lis- keard, Ridgetown, Pembroke, Toronto, Willowdale and Wind- sor. Come on kids, it's easy to enter. Contest No. 3 appears in this issue and the rules are simple. Be sure you mail your entry before August 12. FORDWICH Miss Betty McClement and Mr, Paul Schaefer accompan- ied Mrs, William Anderson to New York on Friday where they will attend the World's Fair and fly home on Tuesday evening. Misses Jean and Lorna Browne will spend this week with their sister, Miss Marie Browne, in Toronto, Mrs. Phyllis Bolander and Don returned home last week after visiting a few weeks with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Holstock in Stouffville and Mr. and Mrs, Cecil Lynn in Orillia. Miss Sharon Pollock of Kitchener spent the week -end at her home here. Miss Marjorie Connell of To- ronto spent last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robs. Connell. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Keith and children of Stoney Creek were week -end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Alex Keith. Mr, and Mrs, Milton Pries returned to Elmwood Sunday where they will stay for the next few weeks with the fo' mer's father. Master Billie Nelson of Mo•` Forest spent a few days last week with his cousin, Floyd ,. Ian. Mrs. Kate Akins of Toront Mrs. Laura Jacques of Harriss, Mr. Tom Strong of Listowel, and Miss Bonnie Bricker of 01 tawa visited a few days last week at the home of Mr. anti' Mrs, John Craig, Misses Brenda and Barbara Williamson returned to Lando, after spending a couple of wee with their grandtnotiter, Mrs. Emma Williamson. Mr, and MN. Jack Welch() Toronto were week -end visitor. with Mr. and Mrs, Wally Gib- son and also attended the fun- eral Saturday of the late Mrs. R. Ettinger. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Surntner- hause of Toronto were week- end guests with Mr. and Mrs, John Craig. Mr. and Mrs. Wil matt Craig of 'Toronto are also spending some time at the same home. Units Join for General Meeting BELGRAVE- The general meeting of the t', C. W, was held on Thursday in the base- ment of the church with the president, Mrs, Leslie Bolt opening the meeting with a poem, "Advice to My Sons", followed by a hymn. Minutes were read by Mrs. Williarn Coultes and rhe treasurer, Mrs. James Coultes, reported a bal- ance on hand of $622,11 and that the proceeds from the gar- den party amounted to $217.90. Mrs. Bolt reported on the extra dishes that had been purchased. Mrs. William Coultes reported on the vacuum cleaner and the committee was given full re- sponsibility for the purchase. The next general meeting (Thankoffering meeting) will be held on September 30. Mrs, Lyle Hopper reported the 1965 allocation for supply as one pair winter weight under- wear for men and fine remnants suitable for dresses or blouses, The committee, Mrs. Lyle Hop- per, Mrs. Harold Procter and Mrs, Albert Bieman will pur- chase these items. The offer- ings was received by Mrs. Hel- en Martin. The program included a short play "In Step with Education" with Mrs. Ken Wheeler, Mrs. George Michie and Mrs. Gilbert Beecroft taking part. The wor- ship service was led by Mrs. Harold Vincent, who gave the call to worship. A hymn was sung and Mrs, Albert Bienian led in prayer. Scripture was read by Mrs. Gordon Bosman. Mrs. Harold Vincent gave thoughts on the Scripture and closed the worship with the ben- ediction. 11 Every dream. cornrows_.1411 0111 of $1,909 t au been protested by council. The company revised the bill by deleting the cost of repairs to pulloffs for railcars. This brought the bill down to $1, 698.00, which council passed more or less under pro- test. William Cruikshank referred to council a letter which he had received regarding the im- provement of his air strip. The letter indicated that with cer- tain improvements the strip would be licensed as a private airport. Council has an in- terest in the strip, as a com- mitment was made to Mr. Cruikshank last year to con- tribute $500.00 per ygar to iia tnaintenance once it is licens- ed, The hospital board request- ed permission to install direc- tion signs at the main inter- section directing traffic to the hospital Council readily gave the necessary permission. Wingltatn Advance -Times, "Thursday, August 6, 1064 - Page 3 Wheeler Family Holds Reunion BELGRAVI7-The third Wheel- er reunion was held in the 13e1 - grave Mena with 107 persons signing the register. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Anderson. assisted by other members of the Wheeler family in the Belgrave district, were in charge of plans for the day. Carman Farrier of Toronto conducted games and sports for both young and not so young during the afternoon, Special prizes were awarded at the sup- per table to Ross Bennett of Walton for the lucky plate; to Rod McLeod, Etobicoke, for the license plate; Charles Wheeler, Squamish 13, C. , for being the oldest bachelor; to Sheila Anderson of Belgrave Win First Prize At Tournament On Civic Holiday the God- erich bowling club holds a merchants' and manufacturers' dowsles howling tournament„ The; year they had 54 entries, Inclt'ding six couples from Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. Omar Ilasel- grove won first prize and re- ceived a lawn chair and a steam iron. Other winners were Malcolm MacKay and Miss Yvonne McPherson, Mrs. Joe Kerr and Art Wilson, Mrs. Patterson and her partner from Port 'lope. MISS RUBY CLEGG WAS MORRIS NATIVE BELGRAVE-There passed away in Queen Elizabeth Hos- pital, Toronto, a former Mor- ris Township resident, Miss Ru- by Clegg. She attended Wing - ham High School and taught school until her retirement. Some years later she sustain- ed a broken hip and was con- fined to hospital till the time of her death. She leaves to mourn her passing, her sister, Irene, of Toronto, and a brother, Joe, of Clinton, Interment was in Brandon Cemetery, Belgrave, on July :30. who was the youngest baby pre- sent; and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wheeler, Brussels, who were tnost recently married. Guests were present from Hamilton, Toronto, Elora, London, Brampton, Vancouver, Squamish 13, C, , Ottawa, Sa- lem, Brussels, Blyth, Walton, Wingham and Belgrave. Another reunion was planned to be held in two years with Glenn Wheeler of London in charge of arrangements. BLUEVALE Visitors with Mr, and Mrs. R, H. McKinnon on Monday were Mr. and Mrs. Spence Mc- Kinnon, Bob, Barbara Ann and David of Niagara Falls. Mr, and Mrs, Ernest Falcon- er and Cheryl are spending a holiday at the St, Lawrence Seaway. Mrs. Alex McCrackin at- tended the funeral service for her cousin, Mr. Allister Bird, at Cranbrook on Thursday, Mr, and Mrs, J. K. McTav- ish and family of London, were week -end visitors with ,Mr. and Mrs. R. li, McKinnon and other relatives. Mr. and Mrs, Donald Street and family, of Listowel, visited at the home of Miss Mary Duff on Sunday. N1iss \iary Lillow and Miss Betty Hetherington spent rhe holiday at Saubte Beach, Mrs. A. D. Smith is spend- ing a week in Kitchener. The reunion of Johnston families rook place on Civic Holiday. The plan was to hold it in the new Pioneer Park by the Maitland bur, on account of the wet weather, the Commu- nity Ball was the meeting place. Mr. and :v1rs. R. J. McMur- ray and Gordon were at Port Elgin for the week -end. FIRST PASSENGERS It has been suggested that the first medium of transporta- tion was invented by women and that it was the baby carrier. This carrier has been used by primitive women everywhere and that one familiar example is the papoose board used by North American Indians. ODWORKERS AND ELECTRICIANS Required An industry which may locate in Goderich in late winter or early spring requires 125 woodworkers and, 26 electricians. If you have had any experience in a woodworking in- dustry or have had electrical experience (no license re- quired) you are the man they are looking for. If you desire to better yourself financially, receive excellent fringe benefits and work for one of America's leading industries, write today in order that we may know the labour requirements of this industry can be met. Ali replies held in strict confidence. Write GODERICH INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION ..p,. to be inti, or the men engage .TRONAL EMPLOYMENT SERVICE Councillor Wild re,. ,,. that the fire chief is 1o'g`iderich, Ontario over tanks in the hope that one can be purchased and mounted on a truck to carry water to rural fires. He also said the cemetery committee felt some asphalt should be laid on the cemetery drive. Prices will be obtained when the town's street program is in progress. Councillor Bennett said the flower pots on Wingham's main street are much better than in other communities, notably one she had seen where the flowers were of the artific- ial variety. Councillor Williams said that the new development committee will hold a meeting on August 20th which will be addressed by a member of the provincial department. Council gave permission to the congregation of the Presby- terian Church to hold services in the town ';all auditorium af- ter the first 'eptember, ..e (Sow dy, whose marria '`to Murray Underwood takes place on Saturday, has been honored at several func- tions, Mrs, Leonard 1 i'eles, Mrs. Gregory Smith, Mrs. Nater. Mulvey and Mrs. Keith Mofratt were hostesses for a shower , eld in the council chambers. • he bride -elect was presented w tit a beautitul gold swivel cltai• kitchen stool, and a clothes hamper. Gauzes and contest. were played, and a deliciou lunch was st eyed, Mrs. Karl Henkel' was host- ess far a shower in Kitchener where they presented the bride- to-be with a mustard shade lazy -bay chair. Several other showers in het honor were given by friends and school staffs of Kitchener, and many lovely gifts were receiv- ed at these functions.