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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1920-1-15, Page 1t )ren tat ..400dernainiall•TRIMMW/MalerPOOm .1•111101111011•1•1•0•111111•111111, No. 2028 -40th Year CLiNTO'N, orcr UUO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 15th, 4920 i es i e THE [HOME PAPER Our Maating. Sheet has been corrected up to .�� �. �very label should read tm� date advance. Does or s reed Surd the 2egt gegi is Simplicity of construction come bind with a skill in manufacture, which is the inheritance of genera- tions 'make — - REGINA' WATCE1t$ good time. keepers and consequently comfortable watches to carry, Their efficiency is assured by a guarantee which enables the owner to have tiny constructional defect remedied free of charge by the neatest' agent in, t1BSOLUTELY GUARANTEEQany part of 'Canada. They are not meldo in grades Which cannot be fully guaranteed. ;tie filarQ.41 fenwelen and Optician - - Clinton: ISSUER OF L1MARRIAGE LICENSES. EILT4=31.4.41.1.F.01.7+rnErtlfAM4 .SE The Royal Elk of Canada HEAD OFFICE, MONTREAL _)I LONDON, Eng•, NEW YORK, BARCELONA, Spain 62 William St, Plaza de Cataluna 6 —:Prinoess St. E,0 WithOur chain of 030 Branches throughout Canada, New- foundland, the -$Vest Indies, Central and South Americo, we offer a complete baukiug service to exporters, importers, man- ufacturers and others wishing to extend their. business in these countries. .'lade enquiries are solicited: Consult our local Manager or write direct to our Foreign Department, Montreal, Canada. Capital paid up and Reserves Total Assets over $33.756,000 $505,000,000 THE MOLSONS BANK INCORPORATED IN 1856 CAPITAL AND RESERVE $9,000,000 Over120 Branches SAVING BUILDS CHARACTER,—Start to Save Systematic saving strengthens character by inducing self-denial and creating independence. The easiest method of saving is by depositing a certain portions of your earnings regularly in THE MOLSONS BANK. With the addition of interest at current rates a substantial sum is soon acquired. Small accounts receive the same attention as larger ones— efficient courteous service to all, ' FI, R. SHARP, Manager • CLINTON BRANCH Safety Deposit Boxes to Rent 21-19 READY-TO-WEAR CLOTHING 2he cSYlorrish Clothing Co. T IE LOCAL MARI£ET Oats 90e, Barley $1.60, Buckwheat $1,35, Butter 556, Eggs 60e, Dried Apples 120, Live Hogs $16,50. STOCK SHOW ANNUAL MEETING. The Clinton Stock Show Assotiei- tion holds its annual meeting in the office of the I•Iuron Agricultural Rep- resentetive, Mr; S. B. Stothers, on Saturday afternoon. of this week, The business of the mooting will be important and as itis hoped the show this year will be the best ever all interested are requested to be pres- ent. G. W. V. A. ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the Clinton' branch of the Great War Veterans' Association was held in the Club roosts on Friday evening last when a very satisfactory statement was given and 'the followingofficers were elected: President, Lt. -Col, H. 13. Combe. fes Vice,—Lt.-Col, H. T. Rance 2nd Viee, `lajor 3. W. Shaw, - Sec.-Treasurer,—Comrade E. Wal- ton. The G. W. V. A. purpose holding an. At -Home yery shortly. MET WITH ACCIDENT. While. working in the woods on his farm on Monday, Mr. T. J. NIan- aghan met with an accident which might have proved even more serious than it diel. He was up in a tree trimming off limbs and on corning down slipped in some way and fall- ing a few feet fell on his axe, which inflicted a nasty gash its the fleshy part of his leg. The wound bled rather freely and as he bad to conte four miles into town before getting it dressed he lost a lot of blood. He's doing nicely now, however, and it is hoped he will soon be all right again. OltnERED CLf7T13I1i9 SNAPPY Tew Overeoat Models We are all ready for you with the latest 20th Cen- tury brand styles in storm Ulsters, Raglans, Chester- fields and single and double breasted staple styles of all kinds, and when it comes to Smart Overcoats. for Young Fellows We have made special pro- vision for the young man's - trade with many new,- ex- clusive, perfectly tailored 20th...century Brand utiles.. that will appeal to the good taste and good judgment of the best dressers in - this community. New Models, New Fabrics New Style Touches Ask to see our special $125,00 line It's a snap. ' I Motto : "A Square Deal ani' Every Man." THE 11103111511 CUITHIN CO. EMPLOYMENT OFFICE. NO DAMAGE DONE,' A slew with the words "Employ Mr. 0, L. Pitieley got, ell the ment Bureau" now hangs in the win- roach down the Huron Road, 'east, , ort dew of the Chief Constable's office, Any one desiring of seeming employ- ment and who requires help are asked to leave tire]' names with Chief Fitz simmone. This applies to the citizens of Clinton and the adjacent country. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE, The- regular monthly meeting of' the Women's Institute will be held at the house of Mrs. Levis on Thurs. day, Jan... 22nd at three in the af- ternomt. The roll -call is to be re- sponded to by "New Year's Resolu- tion," All numbers are invited to bring a friend, NOW IN .GOOD. HANDS. The other day it became the duty of Chief Fitzsimons to apprehend a boy of about fifteen, who had taken some money from his employer, a widow, arid .who was about to board a train with the spoils. The lad was taken into custody and the Chiid- teel's Aid Society notified and . an officer came down from Goderich and took hiss back with him. The boy was a Barnardo ward. The Children's Aid will deal wisely with hint, we have no doubts • DEATH -OF MISS STEVENS. After an illness extending over about eight years Miss E. M. Stev- ens, tewens, daughter of lily. James Stevens of Albert street, passed away on Saturday evening last. Several years ago Miss Stevens suffered a slight stroke which rend- ered her partially helpless. r Her helplessness and suffering increased as time -went on and in November last a severe form of spinal trouble de- veloped and though she rallied for a time, a relapse set in which resulted in her death. Although afflicted most severely she was never known to complain and always had a cheery word for everybody. Sure- ly 'the circle in which she moved is the better for her sweetly -tempered life. The influence radiating ..fron such a life of unselfish thoughtful- ness for others, even an the midst of acute sufferng,- )Hakes life worth, living. Her family and friends Rave many sweet inemories of -her cheer- ful patience. The. funeral took place from her father's residence on 'Monday after- noon to Clinton cemetery. MET IN CLINTON. The annual business meeting of the Huron Presbyterial Society Was'lAld in Willis church 'on Tuesday and, in spite of the stormy weather, was well attended... The morning session commenced at eleven o'clock with de- votional exeercises, led by the presi- dent, Mrs.: Janes Hamilton, the min- utes of the last meeting being read by the sec- retary, Miss H. I. Graham. The re- ports read by the secretaries of the different auxiliaries were most en- couraging. There are now twenty- four auxiliaries in connection with the Presbyterial, which includes an additional one, Winthrop Associated Society having enterer] the Auxiliar- ies, with a membership of 865 and contributing $5092,16, and five Young Women's Auxiliaries with a membership of 194 and contribution of $966.75, making a total member- ship of 1050, an .increase of 220 in Auxiliary membership and 40 in Y, W. Auxiliaries. Also eleven M'isegon Bands, with a membership of 484 and a contribution of $669.70, making a total offering of $6719.61. This includes a bequest of $500 from the late Miss Kate McTaggart, of Clin- ton, who so long and faithfullq served in the capacity of Presbyterial Sup- ply Secretary. On the reading of the annual report by the treasurer, Mrs, J. C. Greig, the gathering stood and sang the Doxology. The Presbyterial has attain- ed to the Forward Movement estimate of a fifty per cent. increase as have also the fol- lowing Auxiliaries Bayfield, Brum- field, Clinton, Hensall, Leeburn, Mc- Killop, Seaforth, Winthrop and the following Young Woman's Auxiliar- ies: The Marion Oliver, Blyth, and Barbara Kirkman, Seafoxth. The 'Mission Bands have set a pace for the Auxiliaries. Mrs. Hamilton gave a very interesting' talk on "The Pattern of our Lives." A report was read from the cus- todian of the Anna Fletcher Fttnd, by Miss Dunlop of Goderich, also an appreciation of the "Sheaf of Ment-' oiies," written by Miss Helen Clark of Loyal, A hearty vote of thanks teas given the ;Clinton ladies for their kind hospitality . - Following• are the officers: P.resident,Mrs. Janes Hamilton, Goderich.° ist Vice,Mrs. J. E, Hogg, Clin- ton, 2nd Vice, Mrs. 5, McLean, Eg- mondville. 3rd Vice, Mks. R. D. McDairmid, Goderich: 4th Vice, Mrs. McKenzie, Bruce. field. Secretary, Miss H. I .Graham, Seelerth. Treasurer, Mrs, 3. C. Greig, Sea - forth, Mission Band Secretary, Mrs. T. L. D Lacy, Scafortli, Supply Secretary, ,Mrs. W. Drs{. Fair, Clinton. Assistant Supply Secretary, Mrs, Jas.' Scott, Clinton, Literary Secretary, Miss Dunlop, Goderich. Messenger Secretary, Miss I, Po;- gnson, Goderich,° •. Strangers Secretary, Mys, McDon- ell, IXonsall. Press Secretary, Mrs, W. 3). Mc- Intosh, Bruoefield, Home Helpers S tetetar y, Mrs, 0, t ntoatl t Ki M'e Y nnon, Library Sce.retary, Mrs, R, Young', Carlow, Convenei>e of Committees, Mrs. 0, A, McDonell, Hensel]] Mrs, Ross, Auburn, 1 Monday and one of his oil• tanks up- set, Hq got the tank righted • but concluded it was too stormy to go any further and at time of• writing is fairing a little holiday: No dam - wee WAS was done to the tonic or teams, WHO WILL BE WARDEN? Reeve Clark of Goderich and Reeve Petty of Hensel]. are said to be each working hard for tbe wardership of •Huron. Had either 3. A. Ford of Clinton or A. E. Erwin of Bayfield been elected this year there 'wouldn't have been a chance for them. But it must go to somebody,, of course. The county council will meet in Goderirh on January 27th and the wardership will be the first natter attended to. THE INITIAL GAME. The Wingham hockey team won from the locals on Monday evening in a score of 5 to 4. A BUSINESS CHANGE. Mr.: W. H. Davison of Paisley is In town this week completing the pur- chase of the hardware business of Mr. R. Rowland, of which he will take possession next month. 1VIr, Davison sloes not know Clinton except by sight on driving through but it appealed to hits so mud' 'that he thought it a desirable place to Ideate and selling itis business at Paisley he dame dower to see what could be done. NIr, Rowland when he retires front busi- ness will have more time to devote to the cultivation of his beautiful garden, which is a credit to the town. After a long btisiness careei.' Mr. Rowland has earned the right to take it a bit. easier. FOP, THE ARMENIANS.- On RMENIANS;On Friday evening last at the meeting of the united Womens' Missionary Societies for prayer, held in Wesley church, the matter of the desperate state of the Armenians was brought up and growing out of that a canvas of the towns was made this week to collect funds. A list was also opened at the• local banks and, besides a number of con- tributions which were sent direct to Toronto, the sum of $279.50 was collected and forwarded. In addition some of the Sunday Schools had tak- en up the matter and contributed generous suns. The lists are still open and any one who has not yet contributed may still give something to this most worthy fund; "THE NEW MINISTER." The production of a musical comedy "The New Minister" under the auspices of the Girls' Auxiliary, the proceeds to be used to purchase an operating table for the Clinton General Hospital promises to be soneti f , . that those who witness a„1ry The First Meeting of Clinton's 1920 Council eia The members of the new council'. tools the oath of office at eleven o'clock on. Menday forenoon and after appointing a etriking committee ad- journed to meet at' eight o'clock 'in the evening. The striking commit., tee consisted of Reeve Miller and councillors McMurray and Wiltse The standing committees for the year, as arranged by the striking committee, are as follows: The first named in each case being chairman; Street -Miller, McMurray, John- son, Wiltse. Property --Langford, Nediger, John- son, Fire and Water --Johnson, Lang- ford, Middleton. Cemetery — IVfeMurray, Miller, Langford. ' Charity—Nediger, Wiltse, Middle- ton, Park—Middleton, McMurray, Nedi- ger . By-Laws—Nediger, Miller, Lang- ford. Finance-Wiltse, Johnson, McMur- Tay. Court of Revision—Mayor Cottle, Councillors Middleton, Johnson, Lang - lord, Nedigee. • Special — Langford, McMurray, Wiltse. Fuel—Miller, McMurray. At eight o'clock the council met again, all members present and Mayor Cottle in the chair, Mayor Cottle in his inaugural _ad- dress said in part: I hope the eoun- ell will bear with use during the year taking into consideration my age and inexperience. In commenting on my election last week The News -Record said I had only one year's experience as a counajllor. That was wrong for I spent two years as councillor sixteen years ago. We may have important matters to deal with during the year but I believe we- as a council will be able to Ileal with them. There will be the matter of the new flax still, the building of it new school, etc. Let us all agree to disagree then let there be a long pull and a strong pull an`cl we shall accomplish something. Reeve Miller said he was quite will- ing to take the chairmanship of the street committee provided the com- mittee .would stand by him and take There was . an exceptionally large it will not soon forget. The play de - crowd and they were given some Picts the momentous occasion of an very fine play, as both teams played old fashioned congregation choosing brilliant hockey. The game was a new minister. The congregation fast :from start to finish, and there ' is, not at all backward in speak - were few penalties ' on either side. To the work of mg its thoilghts and doing so in a Acheson, goalkeeper for the •very forceful manner. But it has no visitors; was due the Wingham effect. on the self-styled "wise" 01us10 aggregation carrying off the honors. The line-ups: Clinton. ' Wingham. Graelis goal .. .. Acheson Manning ' r defense ..McLean Anderson, .1. defense ..Cruikslianks not to play baseball to preach temp- Mnrphy • Centre Warren . creme and not to preach temperance. Cooper r Wing Sturdy ! His burdens are heavy and to usbum- G. Wallace .. , .1. wing ....Lockbridge orous. But how -he gets around his G. Anderson ....Sub; ....Merkiey. problems will have to be seen to be Huller sub , , • • . Referee—Draper, of Clinton. appreciated. About sixty of Clin- The return match will be played in ton's best musical and dramtic tal- Wingham next Monday.. ent •are engaged in unfolding titin plot and judging by the reception AMONG THE CIIURc9HES._ that • other towns have given this comedy under the direction of A. H. The January meeting of the God- Francis pf London, who is in charge erich Methodist District was. held here, to witness it will be a treat. in Ontario street church on Tues- To miss it a distinct loss. Come to day, a very good attendance • being the town hall on Jan. 22nd and 23rd present, especially of laymen. The at eight o'clock. financial side of the Forward Move- Admission 50 and 75c. Plan to stent, to be introduced to the rev- open at Fair's fol both nights Sat- er'el congregations next month, was urclay morning; Jan. 17112, committee, who have the final say in the selection. The Minister, when he does arrive has a great deal of trouble trying to please everybody and offend no one. But ]tow can he when he is told to play baseball aid :fully organized and the work is being gone into with enthusiasm. • Willis Church The pastor's subjects next Sunday will be: Morning: ''Empty Vic- tories," Evening: "Full Salvation and Full Surrender." St. Paul's Church Holy eoninunion at eight -thirty, Mornnig Prayer at eleven, Evensong at seven. Preacher at the evening service the Rev. Canon -McMillen, M. A, rector of Ingersoll. Ont. St, Church Last Monday night the missionary Committee had charge of the .pro- gram, Miss E. Plunsteel gave an ex- cellent topic on "Missionary Work hi West `China." and Miss :Eva Carter a splendid Missionary reading. Missionary Collection was taken up. Baptist Church Services next Lord's Day at the usual hours. In the morning the pastor will take for=ms 'subject: "The Spiritual Aims of the Tor - ward Movement," In the evening the pastor will preach. Special son' sheets will be used in connection with the Forward movement. Come and joist us in singing the old familiar songs, Wesley Church The Rev, Dr. Medd of Exeter preached both morning and evening on Sunday lust. • The subject was "Evangelism and Social Reform" and ars 1)r. Medd is very well informed on this subject „]tis climotirsos weed both interesting and instructive. Next Siu d ay w1llbe anniversary sar y day, vie r ♦ l n the Rev. Nr, 'Clem of . Mitchell will bo the ,preacher of the day, and the choir. 19 preparing spec - tai music :for the occasion, The officials etre asking' for a special dill• orhng of not lose tissue $500, full responsibility for what was done, Mayor: Cottle Bald he thought Reeve Miller could take it Sot' granted that the committee would stand behind kiln and that the whole council would stand together to.assist each other, "That maY• be all•right," remarked Reeve Miller, "but •it has not always ivdrked...out that way. I have some- times found that if somemistake ware made there was a. temptation to say — 'Olt. Miller did that' while if there was any credit due it was: 'we did it'" A coln-nunleation from the Bell Telephone Co., asking permission to place poles on several streets. On motion of Councillors Langford. and Johnson this was left in the hands of the street committee. A communication was read from Arthur Cantelon asking for the ap- pointment of a connniasion to enquire into the assessment of 1919 and. charging that partiality had been, shown. and giving several instances where assessments had been raised and lowered, without, according to the writer, any just cause. The communication also charged that in many cases no •assessment slips. had been sent so that no appeal could be made, Councillor Johnson's name being mentioned amongst those who benefited by a lower assessment. "What is your pleasure with regard to -this?" asked Mayor Cottle at the conclusion of the reading. Councillor Johnson moved that the com- munication be filed, re- marking that "When ..his commit wanted advice from Mr. Cantelon with regard to assessment it would ask for it." Councillor Langford seconded the motion. Bylaws_nuntbers one and two for 1920 were read, for the first, second and third time and passed, Bylaw No. 1 dealt with the ap- pointing of officials: all of whom were re -appointed as follows: Two auditors, P. Cantelon and J. Wiseman; member of the Collegiate Board, Dr. Axon; member of local Board of Health, D. L. Macpherson; member of the Public Library Board, R. E. Manning. On 'motion of (Continued on Page 5) CORRESPONDENCE LATE. Owing to the lack of train service Bayfield, Varna and Londesboro cor- respondence has had to be left avec this week. GIRLS WILL PRESENT PLAY. The Girls' Auxiliary, assisted by a number of their friends, are very busy these evening's practising a musical- play, "The New Minister", which will be presented in the town hall on Thursday and Friday even- ings of next week. The play is a very amusing one and as the girls always make a success of anything they take up we predict for then a success this time. The girls are working hard and they depend upon the citizens for a generous patron- age at the entertainments. If you cannot go one evening go the next, but don't fail to see this funny play and hear the choruses. DONATIONS TO HOSPITAL. ' 1 The good people of Clinton and vi- cinity are still remembering Clinton Hospital as the following donations' will show. Some of these donations should have been acknowledged earlier, and. some have just come in. The 1309211 thankfully acknowledged the following at the 71m. meeting held on Tuesday:—Sterile water cans, Miss Kerr. Fruit and Syrup shower also a quilt, Stanley Patriotic Society. Two rugs, Mrs. Neil McGregor. Mis- cellaneous shower, D. U. 0. Class, Bruceficld. Fruit, Pickles and Potat- oes and a quilt, Bethel Church, A Quilt, Wesley Church Ladies' Aid, $5,00, Rev. D. N. McCanns. $1.00, Miss Mountcastle, WILL STILL BE "DOHERTYS". The Doherty Pianos, Limited, is running again this week, now under the new management, having been purchased by the Sherlock -Manning Co., Leila on, THE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual meeting of the Clin- ton Horticultural Society was held. in the Agricultural office on Monday evening, the President, Mr, C. D. Houck, in the chair._ Mr, J. Scott 2555 appointed sec- retary pro tem in the absence of NIr. H. R. Sharp, After leading the minutes of the hast annual meeting a very satisfact- ory financial report was presented by the president, A membership of 825 was reported. $324.10 was re- turned to the members in .premiums and $379.74 was spent in civic itu- provement, the largest Amount so Spent in the history of the Society. The following officers were duly elected,— Bon. President -G, Ii. David. President,—C .D D. Houck, ist Vice President --- Mrs. W. D. Fair, 21211 Vice-President,—Miss P. Cun- Inghalitc. Diieetors H.R. Sharp, W, Cook, I3, E. Manning, Mrs. W. Brytione, Mrs, J. C. Gaudier, Mrs. ,T. G. Chowee, Mrs. Wm: Jenkins, Mrs. A. T. Cooper, Miss W. O'Neil, elected :Per 'ensiling year, Anclitors—W. Brydone, and W. D, Fair. Delegates to Ontario 1:I:ortioultur-, al Convnittion;—H. R. Sharp and Miss P. Cueillghame. Altertiative Delegates,—Mrs. 0, Chem-net/1M, W. 'Milking, The 1Iovbietlltural Society hes made )aeaeuro Solt during the past year arid has earned the generous approv- al 1 towal of the citizens. Hearty reit- gretulations are extended to the Society on its success and it Is ltopod the good work will 'aontitiue, Mr. W. N. Manning is no stranger to Clinton or to Clinton's oldest in- dustry, he havng resigned the posi- tion of manager of the Doherty Co, about seventeen years ago to go in- to partnership with Mr. J. F. Sher- lock in the manufacture of pianos in London. He entered the employ ,e),( The Doherty Organ Co. nearly thirty-two years ago ancl re- mained with it for fifteen years, T•T.e° is a clever business man tux] he knows the piano business thoroughly: It is the intcn- tion of the new firm to run the fac- tory to cepaeity and to endeavor to each up with a lot of business which Duly needs means of supply. "We have been turning down export trade foe some time," remarked Mr, Mantl- ing to The News -Record, "and w0 hope -now to be able to supply scene of that trade," We are glad to be able to ditto tltatt, the name will be retained and o m the 1 tied t a possible - little ch a1t a a, e aql g n 7e tiient- •s, 7.1 t lets h01.us t1.t of t calttlt n hope rte ICa6 1 Cr W Aar who lvl lr.sta v ' fti bC sU r 311r. Manning was couneetcd with the firm welcome ltitil hark as joint OM - or of the business, and Clinton wishes the 110W firm much success, LITTLE LOCALS. NIr. T. Stephenson, brother of Mr, John Stephensc(n 'of town , and 'a former citizen, was elected, by accla- mation, mayor of Arcola, Sask., for 1920. THEY ARE GRATEFUL. NIr. and Mrs. W. A. McGuire and family, whose house was burned on Tuesday evening of last week, have moved into Mr. E. Carter's house on William street, Mr. McGuire wishes to extend his hearty thanks to the neighbors who assisted so well in getting his household goods out of the building and also for the hospi- tality and kindness shown the family after the fire. U. F. 0. .MEETING. A very successful meeting was held on Thursday afternoon of last week. An address on "Growing Po- tatoes" was given by NIr,' Oliver Jervis, followed by an interesting dis- cussion. The next meeting will be on Thursday evening of next week when a debate will forst the major part of the program. The subject will be: "Resolved—That the Dairy Breed of Cattle is more profitable Than the Beef Breed," HOW ABOUT YOURS? Our mailing sheet has been cor- rected up to Tuesday, Jan. 13111. Any subscriber who paid in a sub- scription before that slate and thinks his label does not read correctly should notify us and we shall look into the matter at once. We would 1 respectfully suggest that 'every subscriber examine his label and see how it reads. Every date should read 1020, or 1£ year date expires at the end of the year, Jan, 11121: ENJOYS GETTING HOME NEWS. Word conies to us from Detroit that 1Vir. Isaac Jack- son. who has been residing there with his daughter for the past couple of years or so, is enjoying fair health and looks forward eagerly each week for the arrival of The News -Record which gives him the news of the old town of Which he was e. respected citizen for so many years. Many old friends liege will, We feel sure, echo the wish of this journal that ice may continue to enjoy the blessing of health . and of all hie ;faculties until the end. ABIT OFABLOW. The most serious storm al the winter occurred this week, beginning Monday evening and only clearing yesterday evening at dusk. The cold has not been intense but the wind from the north-west and a fine now flying most of the time Made either disagreeable weather for those who had to be abroad. The storm inter- fered somewhat with railway traffic and transmission of mane , No train has co nc from London smco Tuesday pmt •rails v V YlY ti 110 t evening ih an down the L. II, eta B. lino yie- torclay. The lnorniilg train 250111 this morning, however, :tint a full resttiiipx bola of 'rause 10 ei 9501ed tod12, ,