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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Times, 1915-11-18, Page 1THE WINGHAM TIMES. VOL. XL111.—NO. 2282 j- Zhe GX.Call.., Stores ._ Ar/A.-; crit,c, Tired Eyes Sensations exist for our guidance. They are Nature's warnings. Over-worked eyes demand rest. Eyes that tire easily call for help. Properly adjusted glasses afford the only as istance possible. We make ,a specialty of relieving tired eyes and guarantee satisfac- tion. We use the up. to -date "Shadow Test" in all our work making mistake in correction almost impossible. J. W. McKIBBON DRUGGIST AND OPTICIAN WE ARE MERE TO SERVE. YOU '.? My Best Advertisement is my Customers' &eommeodation Eyestrain causes headache, weak, tired and aching eyes. Other things may give relief but perfectly adapted ;lasses are the only cure. The most important thing about a pair of glasses is the SKILL of the specialist who fits them. If I cannot help you, I say so. If I can 1 do thoroughly, Satisfaction guaranteed with every pair of glasses. .I supply advice free. C R, WILKINSON Eophtlaalmic Optician Edward St. Wingham Ovet;twenty years practical experience. Cr � 1 JOHN F. GROVES - ISSUER OF MARRIAGE LICENSES Town Hall, Wingham PHONES:—Office 24 Residence 168 Christie's Grocer PHONE 513. Store opens 7 a.m. Closes 7 p.m. Xmas Baking 'Why not make your Kraal Baking the best ever' It only conies once a year and the after taste of something really gond is a pleasantiremem brunet. Flour and Baking Powder We've got the right kite, You'll bake anything with the Flour we sell you, Our Bak- ing Powder,. which is specially prepared, contains flit • best obtainable ingredients.. Raisins; Currants and Peel Come in and see them. The quality 'i ter ualit • is beatable. We t buy ONLY TIM IIE9T. 'I'11r '1U ALL NEW Loose hates, Cranberries, Bananas, Et is r+w rl�� -rte WINGR.AM, UNTARLO THURSDAY NOVEMBER 18, t915 PATRIOTIC SOC'Y NOTES Wii.gli'.am. ladies .Hold Very successful Patriotic Concert. The concert on Monday evening was a decided success, financially and other- wise, We are greatly indebted to the Company of talented artjsts, who came here, at no little inconvenience to them- selves, and gave their services so cheer- fully to aid our Women's Patriotic Society. The hall was filled and a number bought tickets who were not able to attend. Nearly ninety-four dollars was received, which after expenses are paid will net the Society about sixty dollars. We wish to thank all those who were kind enough to entertain the members of the Company, all those who assisted in any way, those who sold tickets, the ushers and•genttemen who attended at the hall and those who decorated the stage. We also wish to thank the ladies through whose kind offices we were enabled to secure this talented Com- pany for our concert. Last week our Society sent parcels of Christmas cheer to our Wingham "boys" at the front. Toall who assis- ted in this work we extend our sincere thanks. The thanks of the Society is due to the ladies of the lst and 2nd cons. of Culross for the following yards of cot- ton from:—Mrs. Neil McKinnon 15, Mrs. Wm Pickell 7, Mrs. Jpo Falconer 5, Mrs. Geo Falconer 5, Mrs Ed King 7, Mrs. Wm Mason 15, 'Mrs Jno Walters 15, Mrs Jas Stapleton 15, Mrs. Robt Stapleton 15, Miss Margaret Cameron 15, Miss Kathryn King 7 yds, Mrs. Jno Kennedy 7, Mrs Miles Moir 10, Mrs Geo King 10, Miss Mary King 10; Miss Mary McDougal 5, Mrs Jno Johnston 5, Mrs Angus McKenzie 5, Mrs Wm King 10. We are especially indebted to Mrs.. Geo King for collecting the above. We also thank Mrs Wm Rintoul for a dona- tion of 10 yds of cotton. The greatest need at the present time is for flannel shirts, and socks. The Society has a supply of flannel on hand and anyone who wishes to assist the good cause by making a shirt can ob- tain cut out material from any one of the committee -- Mrs. Gray, Mrs. Bone, Mrs. J. Wilson, or Mrs. Tyndall. Also anyone who is willing to knit will be furnished with yarn by Miss Fessant who is at home (corner John and Minnie Streets) every forenoon and on the afternoons of Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. We know. that the busy season is approaching, but so also is the winter when these articles of clothing are so badly needed by our brave lads at the front and we urge that every one who can help with the sewing and knitting will do so at once so that the completed garments may be shipped as soon as possible. On Thursday, Nov. 18th, ' a concert will he given in Zetland school house. The program will include solos, reci- tations, and orchestra selections. A silver collection will be taken at the door. The proceeds will be donated to the Patriotic Society for Red Cross work. Had his Arm Broken. Master Will Hinscliffe, who has been bugle boy in the 71st Battalion now stationed at Stratford, had the mis- fortune, last week, to fall and break his left arm below the elbow. He is now at his home in town and it will be some time before he can again join his regiment. Next Year's Crisp Weekly Sun, --4. correspondent asks what we think are the prospects of high priees and big crops next year. The field of production is now so large and the factors of production so varied that prophecy cannot be attempted. Much depends, ton on the purchasing power of Europe. if the belligerents are all to be ruined by a war lasting till April their purchasing power will surely be redueed. About farm production next year in Canada, we may speculate with some confidence, Three restraining' factors are clearly distinguishable, First the war taxes, direct or indirect by limiting the gains of farm industry will discourage production. 'Second the withdrawal of 250,000 men for the war will lessen the number of hands at work in the Yields. Third the war orders placed in Canada and including the orders of the European a ' n trona and the equipment estimated in all, at from 500 to 1,000 millions, are bound, we are sure, to draw labor from the farms to such an extent as to affect seriously neat year's crop. ONFIRiVIAT1ON SERVICES The Apostolic Rite of the .Laying on of Hands was administered to fourteen. Candidates on Monday night in St,. Paul's Anglican Church by the Right Rev. David William, D. D., Bishop of Huron. The service commenced with the hymn—"Spirit Divine attend our prayers." The special lesson from Acts 'VIII was read by the Bishop and the Rector read the remainder of Evening Prayer to thelard collect. The hymn, "My God accept my heart this day", was then sung, after which the Bishop preached an interesting and impressive sermon from the words, "These things have 1 spoken unto you that my joy might remain in you and that your joy might be full." During the offertory Mr, Webb, man- ager of the Molson's Bank. Teeswater, sang "The Gates of Paradise." The Hymn, "Come ever Blessed, come, and', make Thy Servants' Hearts Thy Home' followed, and the Rector then read the Preface to the Confirmation Service after which the Bishop admidistered the Apostolic Blessing. Before the Benediction the hymn, "Thine forever God of love,"was sung. Rev. Mantel, of Teeswater, occupied a place in the chancel. The following are the names of the candidates: Viola Allen, Irene Day, Ethel Finley, Nina Haugh, Velma Johnson, Aileen Kennedy, Elvera Stricker, Kathleen Wilkinson, Lora Laundy, Mrs. Deem, Gavin Holmes, Grant Laundy, George Finley, David Holmes. Office Stationary. We can supply you with the very best business stationary or printed matter of any kind, at prices that will equal any- thing offered by travellers for city firms and then by ordering in town you help local industry—which helps you. Get prices at the TIMES office. How Does Your Label .Read. The Lindsay Warder is no doubt correct in saying that with most people the lei lure to payneWspaper subscription isdue to oversight—it is a small matter easily overlooked. The Warder further points out that while the single sub- scription in arrears may appear a very small thing to one subscriber, it be- comes a very serious matter to the publisher when the single subscription is multiplied by3 P ,000. Holmested vs. County of Huron. This was an action brought by Mr, F. Holmested, K. C., a3-magistratefor the town of Seaforth and the townships of McKillop and Tuckersmith for $500, rent of office, fuel, iight and furniture, for' five years, from 1910 to 1914, at $100 per year. His Honor Judge Holt gave judgment in the plaintiff's favor against the county for $315 and costs. The county appealed the case to Toronto and it was heard by the Divisional Court last week, where judgment was given dismissing the appeal. W. Proud - foot, K. C., for plaintiff and M. G. Cameron, K. C., for defendant. Died at Binbrook. The following from a Hamilton paper of recent date refers to the death of the mother of Mrs. John J. Moffat, B. Line, Turnberry• — "Mrs. Mary Gawley, wife of Francis McBride, Bin - brook, died last evening in her 76th year. Deceased had been a resident of Binbrook for fifty years. Besides her husband she leaves six daughters, Mrs. Donaldson, Binbrook; Mrs. English, Ancaster; Mrs. Earls, Wroxeter; Ars. Moffat, Wingham; and Mrs. Gray and Mrs. Purrott, of this city, and four sons: Joseph. McBride, of Vancouver; W. G. McBride, of Hannon; T. J. Mc- Bride, of Hamilton, and John. McBride of Victoria. The funeral h took glace the following Thursday at 2 p. m at Binbrook Presby terian cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Moffat and Miss Lillian Moffat attended the funeral. The Huron Old Boys. The 17th annual meeting of the Hur- on Old Boys' Association of Toronto, will be held in the Cafe. Royal, 14 King St., East, Toronto, on Friday evening, November 19th at eight o'clock for the election of officers and the transaction of general business. At the conclusion of the business the annual banquet will be held, at whieh addresses will bet� delivered by Sir J. S. Willison, Rev F. B. Powell, formerly of Turnberry, E. J. 13. Duncan and other prominent members of the Association, interspers ea with songs and music, Tiekets are placed at 50c, It is the earnest desire of the Executive that 1 t e v cry Huroniee In the City of Toronto should he present at this reunion of the Old Boys and as many of the friends from Huron as can make it oorla'"nie"nt to attend will i"t' ..;ade welcome. LETTER EIOM ENGLAND Pte. Geo, W. -A. Moffat Writes Interesting Letter from SltorIicliffe Camp, Shornclif)re Camp, Oct. 15, 1915. Dear Mother and Dad:— I received youil letters and the papers 0. K. and was -Certainly glad to hear from you. I like Old England fine but have had no chance yet to see our rela- tives. I wish you people were over here to see what the old hind looks like, but its no place now compared to peace times so everything is in dark- ness at nights and everybody is afraid of the Zeppelins, 1 am getting as hard as nails now and can carry a full marching order, weighing about 65 Ibs. for 15 to 20 miles and then go down town or anywhere else we're called at night, without feeling it scarcely at all. A blister on the feet is about the only thing I feel now, We are all well and happy and I Wouldn't beoat of this war for anything. Its the experience of a life time and you'll find that when I get home I am a kid no more, I think you would find a big difference if I walked in now, even in my build. I weigh about ]89 or 190 lbs so you see I've kinder filled out. Now don't worry over me as I have just as good a chance as the next of going back and there are really a very small percentage killed, the majority. recovers. Now, thanks to the higher developed work of the Red Cross, I'll drop you a note as often as I can but you will understand that it is often hard to get mail posted, let alone written. They had us out for training in a place where we could get absolute- ly nothing, that's the way of the Army, you see. 3. B. is well, 1 see him daily. Well 1 hope you get this 0. K. and when you write again please send your letter to Pte, Geo, W. A. Moffat, 477595 C. Company, Royal Canadian Reg., :British rxpd Force, a' England. as ever Your loving son, Geo. P. S.—Remember me to all of my old friends at Wingham I would be glad to hear from any of them if they could find time to write a few lines. Mrs. Tindall received a further letter from her son on Monday which was accompanied by a beautiful box presented by Princess Mary. Part of Mr. Moffat's letter was as follows:— "This box is a present from Princess Mary to the troops on active service. I thought you would like it as a sou- venir. It will be a nice thing to show friends that I am doing my bit. The shell inside is only a pencil made from a fired cartridge. The mud here is something awful. I am well and so is Joe." The box is now on exhibition in W. G. Patterson's jewellery store. Pretty November Wedding. A pretty event took place at high noon on Thursday last, at the residence of Mrs. A. Price, Belgrave, when her sister, Miss Helena Horne, was united in marriage to Herbert Colter, of Wing - ham. The nuptial knot was tied by Rev. Mr. Parnaby, After the ceremony, about twenty-four guests sat down to a dainty luncheon, the tables being tastefully decorated with cut flowers for the occasion. Suitable gifts were given to the bride, and the young couple left amid many congratulations for a short honeymoon, after whieh they will reside in Wingham. Assigned in Business Many old friends in Wingham will be sorry to hear that our former towns- man, Kr. John Kerr. who has been en- gaged in the grocery business in Lon - Oen for some time has been, under p •euliar circumstances, forced to make an assignment for the benefit of his c -editors. In disposing of his busines3 h •re, Mr. Kerr's purchaser assumed certain liabilities and failed to make payment in all cases and Mr. Kerr was cn led upon to make settlement. which w 'uld take all his working capital and the only course open 'was to make an assignment. Old friends here will join with the TIMES in the wish that Mr. Kerr may soon be able to clear up matters and again establish himself in sueeeesful business. f1 Read our ad. about tJ� l.i s,711Li CF.J on last page ViII W. H. WILLIS. 1 iii'si�eiieir'�t�rfnxrsro�o[idc;• Progressive Euchre, The next progressive euchre given by the members of Court Maitland, Cana- dian Order of Foresters, will be held on Friday evening, November 26th.. All members of the Order are invited to attend. Lacrosse Meeting. A meeting of the Wingham Lacrosse Club will be held in the Council Chamber this (Thursday) evening at 8 o'clock, All members are requested to be present as the business for the year is to be closed up. Women's Institute Meeting The regular monthly meeting of the Wingham branch of the Women's In. stitute will be held in the Council Chamber on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 25th, commencing at 3 o'clock, Mr: G. R. Smith, Principal of the High School will give a paper. All ladies are cordially invited to attend. The prospectus of the new Canadian war loan is to be announced by the Finance Minister on Monday next. Though no details are available, it is believed the amount of the issue will be $50,000,000, and that it will be in denominations of $lou upwards, in- suring a very wide distribution. Columbia Agency. Mr. H. 13. Elliott, of the TIMES has accepted the sole agency for Wingham for the well-known Columbia Grafonolas and Records. Several of the machines are now on display in the TISSEs stationery store and a Iarge stock of all the latest records and supplies will al- ways be kept on hand. Call at the store at any time and hear the music of these well-known machines. A Colum- bia Grafonola can be purchased at from $20 to $650, Weekly Food. Cost Rise. The Labor Department's monthly summary of the average prices of com- modities enter into the cost of living shows that there was an increase of about three points during the month in the departmental index number. It now stands at 149,9, as compared with 147,2 for the month of September, and 139,7 for the month of October last year. Advances occurred in grains, dairy products. fruits and vegetables and cotton, but fodder, flour. oatmeal and sugar were lower. The average cost tor the Dominion of a weekly budget of staple foods for the average workingman's family is given as $7 81, as compared with $7.73 in September, and $7.99 in October of last year. There was another slight fall in rents reported in Ontario and in British Columbia. Huron and Bruce Corps The new regiment to be known as the Huron and Bruee is now in process of formation, and will be completed in the very near future if the military author- ities give their approval. On Monday the officers from both counties met in the Armouries and decided to raise a regiment from the two counties, and all the local ofireers have offered their services. Recruiting leagues are to be formed at once, and the County Councils of both counties will be aslted to co- operate in the matter of finance. Major Combe is in charge of the Huron military offices and Major Hay for Bruce. The local officers do not antici- pate any great difficulty in seeuring necessary volunteers. Successful Patriotic Concert The patriotic concert given in the opera house on Monday evening under Use auspices of the Ladies' Patriotic Society in aid of Red Cross work, was one of the best ever held in Wingham, The concert was well attended and every number on the program was ap- preciated. The solos and duets by Mrs. McKillop and Mr. McCutcheon were of n, high order and were well rendered and the readings by A1iss Mae Walker, were entertaining and well rendered. Mr, Roy Davidson is an ex- pert on the piano, Mrs, Mcliardy- Smith, as accompanist, and in a duet with Mr. Davidson was at her very best and many old friends were pleased to again meet her. The address by Captain Peacock was a good one and well to the point. Ile very forcibly showed the necessity of young Canadians enlisting for service at the front, and his address should do much good in stimulating recruiting in Wingham and district. The several o ti ts very kind. lly gave their services free and in this t way most willingly did their part, and 1 the members of the Ladies' Patriotic Society very much appreciate this kindness. The proceeds will assist tla coeiety greatly in tl:t-ir PACKING OF PARCELS FOR SOL- DIERS AT THE FRONT. The public is urged to exercise every care in packing parcels for the troops, as careful packing is abaoluteiy essen- tial to ensure delivery of the parcels in good order. Parcels sent abroad require a higher standard of packing than is necessary in the Canadian Parcel Pot, and this applies with even greater force to par- cels for the troops. Those which are inadequately packed run great risk of damage or loss of contents. Thin cardboard boxes, such as shoe boxes, and thin wooden boxes, should not be used; nor does a single sheet of ordinary brown paper afford sufficient protection. The following forms of packing are recommended. (1) Strong double cardboard boxes, made of corrugated cardboard, and baying lids which completely enclose the sides of the boxes, (2) Strong wooden boxes. (3) Several folds of stout packing paper. (4) Additional security is afforded by an outer covering of linen, calico or canvas, which should be securely sewn up. The address of the parcel should be written in ink on the cover preferably in two places. The address of the sender of the par- cel should also be stated in order that it may be returned if undeliverable. The contents of the parcel should be stated in writing on the cover. In the cape of parcels sent to the Mediterranean Force, they should be as nearly round as possible, and well padded with shavings, crumphd paper, or similar protective material. The outer covering should consist of strong linen, calico or canvas, and should be securely sewn up. The use of wooden or metal boxes with square corners is undesirable, as parcels so packed are Liable to injure other parcels in transit. No perishable articles should be sent and anything likely to become soft or sticky, such as chocolates, should be enclosed in tins. Parcels merely wrap- ped in paper or packed in thin card- board boxes, such as shoe boxes, can- not be accepted. Christmas parcels may be posted up to November 25th and be in time to in- sure delivery. An erroneous report has been circulated that November 10th was the last day to insure delivery in time, and a great rush has been the result. Praise For Kincardine. Rev. T. H. Parr, of Kincardine, and formerly of Blyth, in writing to one of his parishioners, said in part: --"Kin- cardine did very well for the British Red Cross Society on the 21st inst. The town gave $3100. I felt quite proud of the place, per capital that was equal to Toronto, though not in it with Wingham. Wingh m is very patriotic. New Big Garage. Excavating was commenced on Tues- day for a big garage which Mr. Garfield Ostrander is having built just west of his shop in Lucknow. The office, show room andstorage apartment are already leased to A, M Crawford, who will have amen in charge. Mr. Ostrander will himself conduct the repair shop, putting an expert in charge of the work. PERSONALS Mr. Leonard Brock spent the week - at his home in town. Mr. Harold Hinscliffe, of London, spent the week -end at the parental home in town. Miss Mary G. Currie, of Stratford, spent the week -end at her parental home here, Mrs. Sernm, of Parkhill was visiting for a week with her daughter, Mrs. W, F. Burgman. ldiss Norah Smith is this week teach- ing school near Palmerston. relieving Miss Hazel Moore. Mr. John Allen, of Seaforth, spent the week -end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs Robt. Allen. Miss May Davidson, of Wroxeter, was visiting for a few days with Wing- ham relatives and friends. Miss Mae Lloyd returned hotue last weep after spending a couple of months with friends in Toronto. Mr. Bert McLean left re: 1'`.:day for Kincardine whore be has accepted a position in the packing hoe9c•. Mrs. 11. Haines, of C ampne° llvi'.;0, is i visiting with relatives and friends in Wingham, Turnberry and Culross. Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Stewart visited for ov,r Sun iay with their li:ta•rl•' ,r, e. A. J. l ai;u3„aa,:,;".:,..:•>'l. $1 A YEAR IN ADVANCE SNAG PROOF Rubbers The Yukon Redman Rub- ber for hard usage. Red- man ‘"ft:FP FOOT" 1-00 and heel. Uppers are best Snag Proof Rubber with first quality leather tops in 'tan and black, 15 and 16 inches high. Men's sizes $5,00. Same quality and styles 12 inches high 84•.00 to $4.50. 9 inches high $3.00 to $3.50. We have Rubber Boots in all sires. W. J. Greer THE SHOE MAN WAR and Life Insurance The young men of Huron and Bruce are to form a battalion for overseas service. The King calls for more then and sooner or hater you u ill heed the call. In the meantime insure your life in a good sound Company, for when you decide to enlist you may not be able to secure a policy. , This is important, so do not delay, but call 00 us and enquire ours terms, RITCRIt & COSLNS REAL ESTATE&INSURANCE WINGHAM, ONTARIO. 0 WINTER HARDWARE� A ht'I.f. lea! d. Saws, Axes, A x e Handles and Saw Tools. LEHIGH VALLEY COAL SALE CO. COAL. "The Coal that Satisfies" Rae & Tbornisan Sone Block Hardware ' PHON1 2�