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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1964-12-03, Page 3DEDICATE G I D E O N SI LES AS A ONTINUtNG MEMORIA May be 'donated through your local funeral director t•Ctu I v ►, c 4,4) HOSPITALS, PRISONS lammourromworomurmossorroamommorionproal We can give you 11 reasons for insuring your car, home, or business through us. This symbol means we're inde- pendent insurance agents—pro- fessionally trained. . W. B. CONRON, CLU r INSURANCE AGENCY Complete Insurance Coverage Agents for—Manufacturers We Insurance Company 5 John St. W., Ph. 357-2636 WINGRAM Invitation to Officials for World Plowing Match Here Huron people may be hosts to the World's plowmen when the 1966 International is held at Seaforth, in McKillop. M invitation to world organ- ization officials went forward from the local committee fol- lowing an informative meeting in Seaforth District High School, Thursday night, through the Ontario Plowmen's Association. The possibility that the world group would be interested was advanced by F,A.Lashley, sec- retary -manager of the Ontario Plowmen's Association who at- tended the meeting. Mr, La- shley said the world group last was in Canada two years ago. If the invitation was accepted representatives from countries across Europe would compete at the Seaforth match. Mr. Lashley said it had be- come the custom to erect a cairn in the area of the match in which were imbedded stones from each of the participating countries. The information meeting, attended by about 200 people interested in the big match, was arranged by publicity com- mittee chairman W.D. Stephen- son so that the community could learn first hand the ex- tent of the match and the work involved in completing arrange- ments. Moving pictures of several matches, including the 1946 event in Huron, indicated the growth in attendance and exhibits. County committee chairman i JIG -SAW CONTEST NO. 4 W I N 10.00 There will be seven jig -saw contests and the rules are very simple. Look through this paper until you find an advertisement containing AN EXACT REPLICA of the blacked -in jig -saw piece shown above. Clip the advertisement containing the correct piece and mail it to: JIG -SAW CONTEST, The Wingham Advance -Times, Wingham, Ontario. Be certain to in- clude your name and address. The first letter drawn each week containing the cor- rect advertisement will receive a cash award of $10.00. The cash award for the seventh contest will be $20.00. " ENTRIES FOR THIS WEEK'S PUZZLE MUST BE RECEIVED BY DECEMBER 8th WINNER CONTEST NO. 3 MRS. EDWARD McCLENAGHAN LUCKNOW, ONTARIO Gordon McGavin and Larry Snider were in charge and Mr. Lashley was introduced by P. H. Miles, Huron agricultural representative and committee secretary, Hugh Hill who had been county committee chairman in 1946 recalled highlights of the event. Owners of lands mak- ing up the plowing match site in '66 were introduced by Wil- liam Dennis, chairman of the lands committee, The S.D. H. S. Girls' Band, under the direction of George Hildebrand, contributed selec- tions as the meeting got under way and at the conclusion cof- fee and donuts wereserved by the publicity committee. CHRISTMAS GAME Snapdragon was a favourite Christmas game in England more than 200 years ago, It is still played in modified form in England and America. The original game called for a quantity of raisins to be de- posited in a large bowl or dish. Brandy or some other spirit was poured over the fruit and ignit-• ed. The bystanders then en- deavoured to grasp a raisin by plunging their hands through the flames. A carol called "The Song of the Snapdragon," ac- companied the game. Election on Monday for Deputy Reeve, Trustees (Continued from Page One) this aspect of community life do a tremendous amount of work for the town and its young people and get very little cre- dit for it. He expressed the hope that there would be an election and said he would be a candidate. Mrs. Margaret Bennet said that the past year has been one of learning, adventure, trial and tribulation. As chairman of the welfare committee she said the town had been con- cerned in 12 separate cases in- volving 37 people and a total expenditure of about $800.00, of which the town pays 20% of the cost. Warren Callan, chairman of the town's finance committee gave a summary of the tax pic- ture ieture and pointed out that ar- rears are the lowest in several years. Councillor G. W. Cruick- shank, who is chairman of the police committee, said we should be proud of Chief Jim Miller and his staff, who have done excellent work for the town. He also told of efforts to improve mobile corn muni - cations for the police and said his committee is not yet satis- fied with the equipment in use. He said that council should give serious consideration to rennovations at the town hall, particularly the front entrance. Councillor Harold Wild said he served on the cemetery, fire and arena committees. Blacktopping had been placed on some of the drives at the cemetery, which is a consider- able improvement. He com- mended the fire brigade on the formation of an auxiliary force which will train young men to fill openings in the department as they occur . In connection with the arena, he•said it is always difficult to allot ice time so that all parties are happy, but every effort is be- ing made to use the arena in the best interests of the entire community. INDUS TRY Councillor .flan Williams spoke of the projects in which he has been particularly inter- ested, one of which was the possibility of installing sewers in the area of the town north of the river. Another of his inter- ests has been the promotion of industrial development in the DO YOU HAVE A SUBSCRIPTION? You'll be sure of not missing your copy of The Wingham Advance -Times if you take out a subscription today. Your copy will be in your mailbox every Thursday morning without fail. If it isn't convenient to come into our office now, just fill out and mail the coupon below and you can pay for the subscription the next time you're in town. in the meantime you can be enjoying the news, and the display ads will keep you posted on the merchants' latest features. It's ail in The Wingham Advance -Times! .,s PLEASE BEGIN MY SUBSCRIPTION TO THE WINGHAM ADVANCE -TIMES TNAME 1 STREET OR BOX NUMBER 1 1 1 MAIL THIS COUPON TOWN — Amos moms sem. .sea a,sw ami. anew .sI Am. .,ns sea Kiva os® - m ONE YEAR $4.00 6 MONTHS ■m comm — is.. moue .s.111 mom mem $2.25 OUTSIDE CANADA $5.00 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 TO BOX 390, WINGHAM; ONTARIO I rs, ... .... .... MM. mins ..as ,nen. ...r. r...fr as.n 0...1 town, and he said that an in- dustrial commission has been formed, of which Donald Ken- nedy is the chairman. Purpose of this commission is to pro- vide for continuity of effort, so that plans may be carried for- ward smoothly from year to year. Though new industries are difficult to secure, the commission is working on a couple of prospects at the pres- ent time. NEW SUB -STATION Public Utilities Commission- er DeWitt Miller said that the PUC has provided good service to the town and also stated that we have a very low rate for hy- dro here, comparing favorably with Toronto. He said that the present sub -station in town is seriously overloaded and it is likely that a new one will be necessary, estimated cost of which is about $50, 000. He referred to the installation of new power lines in town and new 'type street lights which are being put up. In regard to wa- ter rates, he said they are still only $2.00 per month, but two- thirds of the charge for water is being used to pay for the sewage improvements. HIGH SCHOOL Calling for the high school report, prepared by Robert Wen- ger, the chairman remarked on the excellence of Wingham's newspaper and what it has done to encourage the development of the community. Mr. Wenger's report was read by Clerk Renwich. It out- lined the results which are be- ing obtained in the new voca- tional wing and also pointed out the very high standards of achievement in the academic courses at the school, where there were no less than five Ont aria Scholarship winners last year. Enrolment stands at 921. David Murray, of the public school board, reported that there is a total enrolment of 475 and that staff and mainte- nance help is doing an excel- lent job. John Pattison, nominee for public utilities commission, said he would be willing to serve in this capacity, provid- ed he would not be opposing Mr. Miller. Ted Moszkowski, a nominee for council, said he intended to run, and if elected, would be keenly interested in serving the community. Lorne McDonald, who had been nominated for both coun- cil and public school board, said that he was a semi -new- comer to town, having Iived here for five years in the per- iod from 1952-57. He said that he had not decided which office to seek, but in either case he would give his best. Mrs. John Crewson, nomi- nated for public school board, said that she has always been interested in education and commended the present board for the good job they have done, P,S, VOTE Scott Reid, a member of the present public school board, said he was pleased to see more than the minimum number of nominees for the board and hoped there would be an elec- tion this year, in which case he would he a candidate, Ile said that the Wingham school is second to none in this arca. When new teachers are needed there are always lots of appli- cations, This year four teach- ers were needed to fill out the staff and there were 30 appli- cations. He also spoke of the need for recreational facilities. The school has no gymnasium and in bad weather recreation becomes a serious problem. Put Towels on Your Gift List When making up yourChrist- mas gift this year, remember that little touches can create big effects. Towels, for instance, are a good gift suggestion and great- ly appreciated by modern hos- tesses. They can make the dif- ference between a bathroom that is merely nice looking and one that is unusually attractive. For a look of simple ele- gance, select towels in any one of the magnificent color range available. For a bold decorat- or touch, mix solid colors. Rib- bon -striped towels are new and different looking, while floral printed towels create a femin- ine, charming decor. In buying towels, make sure the ones you buy are colorfast. Look for cotton terry cloth towels with large, thickly pack- ed acked loops, which indicate that the towels will be absorbent and give good service. Wingharn Advance -Times, Thursday, Dec, 3, 1964 - Page 3' On Wednesday, November 18, the firemen and their wives held a social and euchre party. Prizes for high lady went to Mrs. Bill Bain and high for men was Wes Simmons. Low score for ladies was Mrs. Elsie Gard- ner, and low for men was Har- ley Gaunt. Draw prize, Harvey Aitcheson. Ex -firemen and their wives who were present were Mr. and Mrs, Morris Swan- son, Mr, and Mrs. Bill Bain and Mr. and Mrs. Harley Gaunt. 0--0--0 Mrs. Fred McGee and Har- vey Aitcheson were having a rough time at the card game. They would like to know if you trap or shoot skunks. 0--0--0 Firemen held their monthly meeting on Monday evening, with all volunteer members pre- sent. Three auxiliary members were absent due to sickness, etc. The meeting sanctioned a mo- tion to donate $25. 00 to the Wingham Corps of the Salva- tion Army for their local Christ mas Fund. Negotiations with E.M.O. and the Fire -Marshal's office are in the preliminary stages re a chassis for the water tanker, and it is hoped a sub- stantial rebate through E.M. O. may be had to defray some of the purchase price. When facts and figures are available a meeting with all town and rural fire committees will be held. Winter equipment on the fire pumpers is now in readi- ness for the cold weather. Re- ports of major fires covered by Wingharn Brigade were sent to the Fire Marshal's office. A report on the muscular Dystro- phy Campaign by the brigade was made, and we are pleased to report the sum of over $500. will be sent to the Association, Thanks to the citizens and oth- ers who so generously donated to our efforts for a very worth- while cause. around-. The Fire Hall The application for rein- statement in the volunteer bri- gade by Robert Sinnamon was accepted, and an application from Bill Deneau was accepted as an Auxiliary Fireman, Duties for both men to commence December 1. 0--0--0 The monthly draw was won by Mrs. Eva Brownlee, for $25.00. 0--0--0 Firemen will hold their an- nual Christmas social and party on December 5 at the fire hall. 0--0--0 Fire phones ring; time, any hour; pick up receiver and say Fire Dept!! Voice says "Is there a big fire in Wingham? I can't reach the party I'm dial- ing." With much muttering, everyone goes back to bed! 0--0--0 Just a small reminder --Dur- ing the month of December, Christmas decorations, tree lights, frayed wires strung hither and thither and plugged into a multiple octopus recep- tacle, can create a fire any place in your home. Please be careful and we will not have to see your Christmas marred by a fire. 0--0--0 At press time (Tuesday) we are just back from Lucknow -- miserably wet and cold. For further news on the Lucknow fire see the front page of this edition of the paper. O TANNENBAUM Most familiar of marry Christ- mas carols originating in Ger- many, " O Tannenbaum," or "0 Christmas Tree," celebrates the evergreen as an emblem of immortality. 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