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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1918-9-26, Page 1The Clinton News - No, 20 c 0--39$h Year CLJNTON, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26t11, 1918. THE HOME PAPER Merchants and Tradesmen of. Clinton and surrounding points Trade �I7•YThProgressive Advertise in The News -Record. They want to safe patches UR watches are made of the best materials, beautifully finished and stoutly constructed. 111 Everything insures permanency and accuracy. Our prices are positively the lowest on the market, and our guarantee the broadest. Jelect Z(cur Watch' from Uri W. X. yieikar ;jeweler.- anus Optician - Clinton ISSUER OF MARRIAGE) LICENSES. • i - The Royal Bank. OF CANADA. Incorporated' 1589. Capital Authorized $25,000,000 Capital Paid-up 14,000,000 Reserve and Undivided Profits 15,000,000 Total Assets 380,000,000 Head Office, Montreal 520 Branches, With world wide connection. A general Banking business transacted. Clinton Branch - R, E.•MANNING, Manager THE MOLSC.S BANK -I INCORPORATED 1855 r�$8,800,000 ital �n� ese e Capital 93 Branches in Canada. A General Banking Business Transacted.; Bank Money Orders. Savings Bank Department. Interest allowed at highest current rate. H. R. Sharp, Manager, Clinton Branch Circular Letters of Credit READY-TO-WEAR CLOTHINGClothing 3 he c?Morrish Co. ORDERED CLOTHnict • New Suits at Popular Prices Men, Bug Clothing Now The clothing we are showing was bought months ago and is priced accordingly for quick selling. The " prices are a sound investment for anyone who expects to require a suit this year, or two or three years hence Prices are, Bound to go nigher AT 15.00 AT 20.0.0 Young men's suits 01 Men's suits of a variety Grey Tweed, single breas• of patterns in tweeds and patch pock- ted, belted,�+; eta , cuff on trousers, sizes worsteds, bench tailored trousers plain or cuff, size 34 to 38, price $15.00, 35• to 44, price 20.00 AT 22.50 AT 25.00 Men's suits of Fancy *. • Worsted, three button Men's suits of English sack, good trimmings. worsted, In small check well made, trousers with pattern, soft roll, semi - belt loops, plain bottoms fitted back, .big range of or cuff", sizes 35 to 44, patterns, sizes 36 to 46, 1., rice 22.50, Lp price 25,00 Men's blue suits, two or three button sacks,plain back, semi -fitting or belted, $16,60 to $32,00. A CLOTHI ISN N� 0. Agent C. ,P. R. Phone 18 fotaStn2day or night ells. ENGAGEMENT ANNOTJ OED, . Mrs, Ellen Herman 'announces the engagement of her youngest daugh- ter, Marguerite S., (Rota), to. Mr, George H. Tomlin, the marriage to take place early in. October. LIEUT, CLUI+'P AGAIN WOUNDED The name of Lieut. R, A. Cluff ap- peared ie the -list of wounded yes- terday, his place of residence . being given as Clinton. The official.. wire also came to Clinton but was s for, warded to Stratford, it being stip- posed that it is Lieut. Rex . Cluff, son of Rev, W. T. Cluff of that city. It is but a couple of months or so since Lieut. Oluff was re- ported .wounded before. A SEPITEMBER WEDDING. The home of Mr, Win. Vodden, Ontario street, was tate scene` of a quiet wedding at four o'clock yes- terday afternoon when his third daughter, Mary Elva, became the bride of Mr. William E, Daer, young- est son of Mrs. Elizabeth Daer of East Wawanoslt. The ceremony was performed by JRev. J. A. ''Agnew in the presence of only the immediate relatives. The young couple will take up housekeeping for the.- pres- ent in East Wawanosh. Copgratula- tions are extended. HURON CASUALTIES.,,, The following names of FIuron, men have appeared as casualties during the past week : Killed in Action—R. Murray Drap- er, B. Furniss, H. 0. Haunent, Clin- ton ; F. G. Cameron, A. T. Brown, Brussels ; G. 'H. Petty, J., D. Mc- Lean, Mensal] ; N. Davidson, Wal- ton ; W. J. Hall, Bluevale ; W., A. Underwood, Gerrie ; W. A. Gaiser, Dashwood ; W. Cuthbert, Centralia ; P. Gillespie, Wingham. Gassed—D. N. Nelson, Gerrie , R. F. Forrest, Brussels ; A. E., R. Strachan, Ethel ; A. R. Dickson, Goderich ; M. Wankle, Seaforth. Wounded—Leslie Wasman„--- Clin- ton ; W. Hoggarth; Kinburn ; N. D. Sparks, Hensall ; R. J. Medd, Auburn ; H. D. Chesney, H. 1I. Ey- re, auris Bay- field 1 . J. Rch re Seaforth ; � S field W. g... Barron, Brussels ; R. F. Lowery, Wroxeter ; H. C. John- ston, Blyth ; Oliver Johnson, Goder- ich ; Fred L. Carruth, 11'ingham. Ill—Major Combe, Clinton ; F. Fingland, Londesboro. AMONG TIIE CHURCFIES. Ont. St. Church The pastor will preach both morn- ing and evening on Sunday. In the evening his subject will be : "A Man's Opportunity." A special in- vitation is extended, to students. Baptist Church Nightly meetings are being held in the Baptist church this week and - will continue all next week, Rev, 0. C. Elliott is conducting the ser- vices and the meetings are growing in interest, , Wesley Church • The pastor will continue, his ser- mons on "The Kingdom" on Sun- day. In the morning the subject will be : "The laws of the Kingdom re- garding our relations to one anoth- cr:"—Matt. 5-20. Evening subject : "The laws of the Kingdom regarding our relation to God." -Matt. 0- 1 R.V. St, Paul's Church The harvest thanksgiving services on Sunday were very successful, in- deed. The services were well attend- ed, in the evening the church being crowded. The rector preached ap- propriate and inspiring sermons, the choir rendered choice music, and the offering came up fully to the expec- tations of the officials, Willis Church - The Rev, Mr, Stewart of London preached in Willis church on Sunday last.' Next Sunday the pastor, the Rev. J. E. Hogg, who has been supplying on a mtission.. held in Alberta since early in June, will hike charge of all the services, preaching morning and evening and addressing the Sunday school in the afternoon, Next Sunday will be Rally Day, When the school will, again meet) in the afternoon after having held morn- ing sessions for the summer, An op- en session will be held and an inter- estingprogrant will be given.. * The; Centre Huron 5,5. Association will hold their annual convention in Knox church, Goderich, on - Tuesday of next week, Oet, 1st, The Rev. T. A. Halponny, S.S, Secretary, will, he present and speak at both afternoon and 'evening sessions. Amongst oth- er speakers at the convention wtl1, be, in the afternoon : A. ;M. Robert- son; the president ; Rev, W. B.wlMoul- ton, bliss Aitkin, Cleo, Raithby, Miss I1.• I, Graham, Wm. Bailie, Rev. J. A. Robinson, 1I, 31 Rorke. In the evening the names of Rev, D A. McDiarmid, Rev. Dr. Riltichge, A. M. Robertson, Rev., R. Moss and Rev. T. A. 1Talpenny appear oh the program, Miss 1T. I. 'Graham then f the interna- tional will tell some o 6 u in Bffalo S.S.tvetPotlat 'i 1, . of n t Ona S the afternoon. Supper, which will he followed by short speeches, will be served in the lecture t:Oosn of tits; church after the afternoon session Anybnp wishing a billet over night is asked to communicate with J, I1, Johnston, Goderisll, Each 5, 5, Is supposed to send delegate's, • THE LOCAL, MARKET, 1'Vheat, Spring $2,12; Fall $2,15, Barley $1.05, Oats„ 77e,• Butter 400 to 42c. Eggs 430' to 15e. Live I -Togs $18.60, SOUVENIRS FROM FRANCE. -.Master Gordon .• Campbell received last week from his . uncle, Sergt. 'Goodwin, a cigar case taken from a German officer at_ Courcelette, also identification discs worn by his un- cle • through the battle of Vimy Ridge, . Arcleux, Hill 70 and. Passhen- daelle, in which last' named battle he was gassed but has now returned to active servicein France,—Aylmer Tribune, CLINTON MEN IN HOSPITAL. Mrs. Combo received a cable frons her husband op Friday stating that he had undergone an operation and was in hospital. 1t is hoped his ill- ness will not prove to be a tedious one. - Mr. J. F. Wasman received word from his son, Leslie, thathe had been wounded some time ago and was now in a convalescent hos- pital, By some means Mr. Wasman had never received notification of his son's admission to' hospital. How- ever, in this case his friends were saved the anxiety of waiting for news. W.P.S. NOTES. • The annual meeting of ...the Women's Patriotic Society will be held in the council chamber on Friday after- noon at three o'clock sharp, Mrs. A. T. Cooper, 3rd vice-president, pre- -siding. • The yearly reports will be given, also the election of officers for the. coining year. The committee in charge of the rummage sale purpose holding anoth- er sale on Oct. 121h. They have of been advised that a number ar- ticles are still to be given. Palace open to receive donations on the following dates : Sept. 301h, Oct. 5th to 10111, Salo on the 12th. Proceeds of last Saturday's sale amounted to $49.00. Proceeds of 'Willis church tea about $03.00. 1MARRI1;I) YESTERDAY MORNING The marriage -took place in St. Joseph's church yesterday morning of AIiss Rose, daughter of Mr. ' and Mrs. J. J. McCaughey, to Mr. Charles Shanahan, -.son of Mr. and Mrs. John Shanahan of Fiullett, The bride, who was given away bJ, her father, wore' a handsome suit of Prunell serge with velvet hat to match and white fox furs and a corsage boquet of cream roses. Miss- Edna McCaughey, sister of the bride was bridesmaid. She wore a pretty frock of navy georgette ov- er taffeta, with black velvet hat, and corsage boquet of pink roses. Mr. Leo Flyntr was best man and Mr. 5'.Q g Yui le was usher. During the offertory Mrs. Jas, 13. Reynolds, sister of the bride render- od in good voice the solo, "God is Lo" - Atve,the conclusion of the ceremony the bridal party and guests drove to the home of the bride's -parents where the wedding ,breakfast was partaken of and the newly -wedded pair received the congratulations of their friends. Later in the 'day M1. and Mrs. Shanahan left on a motor trip to Hamilton, Toronto,' Deseronto and Teterboro. On their return they will take up housekeeping in Hullett. Both bride and groom are popular amongst their friends and have the good wishes of all for a long and happy married life, AN EARLY MORNING BLAZE, Clinton citizens were awakened from their peaceful slumbers shortly alter three o'clock yesterday morn- ing by the harsh clang of the Lire alarm. The fire was in Morrish's clothing store but the brigade was quickly on thescene and soon had it under control. Not a great deal of damage was done as, happily, the fire originated in the wall opposite a clear space at the back of the store where no goods happened' to be stored. Oth- erwise match damage would have resulted from water•. As it was practically no stock was injured ex- cept a few overalls, work shirts, else,, which were on a table de . the second floor near where the fire occurred. The fire originated from a de- fective chimney in Conner's bakery next door to Morrish's, the chimney having its base upon the partition, separating the two. '1t is'supposed. that the fire may have been'smoul- dering for: several hours for during the afternoon the chimney was known to be on fire. No sigh of fire was noticeable, however, when the store was closed shortly atter d destr0 - fire ha • when the Y x, Bat st 1 ed the wall opposite the chimney it was seem to have caved in at 1114 Morrish side, A large bole 'was Minted in the second floor and the lire was malting quite a headway when discovered by Mr, Conner, who fortunately happened to be in the bakery at tie time, THEY HEARTILY TIIANE YOU, 'l'lzo committee of the Catholic Army huts Campaign in Clinton. Wish to extend their hearty thanks to the Y,L.P.A, for their generous grant of fifty dollars ($50.00), and also to all those who so kindly help- ed swell the fund, The whole amognt' collected' in Clinton was 0173, Sign- ed on behalf of the committee—John McIntosh, Chairman Irene .0''Con- nor, Seo, -Treasurer, ARE YOU DOING IT ? ,This is self-denial week, -Everyone is expected to deny himself or her- self some pleasure or indulgence and give the money thus saved to the Belgian Relief. It ought notto be hard for Canadians, who have their homes intact and who enjoy so many comforts and luxuries, to make some little sacrifice for the sake of those who have';sufered the loss of all that makes life worth living. The local committee for Belgian Relief : will be glad of any t•ontribu- tion handed to them, • IS NOW IN WALES. Mrs. R. Fitzsimons received a let- ter last Thursday from her son, Nor- man, who was reported as wounded in France a week or so earlier, bear- ing the intelligence that he was now in an hospital in Wales and was do- ing very well,•though he had receiv- ed severe shrapnel wounds in the head and neck. He said that of the thirty-two Wren of his company which went '`over the top" in the battle in which he received bus "Blighty" six- teen only carte hack unharmed. Norman's numerous friends tt ill be glad to know that he was himself able to write and will hope for his complete recovery. TELL US ABOUT THEM. The News -Record would take it as a favor if people would send in par- ticulars regarding the soldier boys from this locality who are overseas. Particulars regarding promotion or casualties or anything about them which is interesting. There is nothing in which our read- ers are so much interested just at present as the brave .boys who are helping to drive back the Hun in France and any news of them is eagerly looked for, The News - Record wants to get quick and ac- curate news of them and will be grateful for a line or a telephone or personal call bringing it. Will you not help us 7 LITTLE LOCALS. The Walking Club resumed opera- tions on Tuesday evening when about a dozen and a half took a jaunt out to 51r. R. Roberton's on the Bayflelcl Road. The Young Ladies' Auxiliary will hold their regular meeting thisev- ening at the home of Mrs. M, 0. Mc- Taggart. "The name of Miss Mountcastle should have been added to the list of contributors to the Navy Fund pub- lished last week brit came in after the paper was on the press. Mr. R. Down had his household ef- fects shipped to Windsor this week where he has taken a position. Mrs. Down will follow shortly. H.W.C•A, AND 11111) CROSS, The September shipment to London consisted of the following : Stanley Maple Leaf -26 pr. socks, 0 day shirts ; Unity Club -10 pr. socks, 7 day shirts ; 't'urner's church -29 pr. socks ; Bethany -22 pr. socks ; Varna -21 pr, socks ; Ba3'leld 19 pr. socks ; London Road i1 pr. socks Clinton W. P:'"5.-84 pairs socks, 11 day shirts, 12 pyjamas, 10 sheets, 36 hospital towels, 32 pillow slips. To own boys—Varna-15 pr. socks, 2 day shirts ; Y. L. of S. Te. of G. T.-38 pr. socks and $20 worth of eats, Tho Huron Belgian Relict at this centre made their first shipment of children's clothing -this month: The Societies contributing worn : Bayfield -1 dress turd 1 petticoat ; Bethany -1 pr. boys' trousers ; Un- ity -4 pr. drawers and 1 petticoat ; Clinton Belgian Relief -25 underves ts, 24 petticoats, 22 dresses. CLINTON WILL GET TROPHY, The following letter will be of interest to News -Record readers, It was received the other day by Mayor Thompson and will explain itself. It will be remembered that CorP, Harry Miner's name appeared in the casualty list a few weeks ago, He was a brother "of Mr. John Min- er of town and both went overseas with the 161st battalion. The nfa- chtne 511n mentioned will indeed be valued by the citizens of Clinton "68th Battalion The. Mayor, Clinton, Oft, • Dear ,Sir,—We are this day send- ing you a machine gum, No, 50,58, Which was captured by Corp, Miner of your, town, Immealiately after capturing this gun he attacked 'a second: one and its so doing was‘ fatally Wounded. 'I'hrotsgliout the whole attack he showed the utmost initlatiVC and daring. We feel sure duets this gun will ho of interest' 10 yo11 as a trophy for your :town. Yours sincerely,r It. L. Smythe, Captain, for Liettt.-Col. It. A, Mel.+atlene,r' CONTEMPLATES LEAVING, At the Harvest thanksgiving ser- vices in St. Paul's church on Sunday last the rester, Rev. J. A, Robin- son, gave his Congregation an un- welcome surprise by stating that this would be his last thanksgiving with them, Alr, Robinson has been here for three years and :luring his sojourn In Clinton has won for himself lit- erally a host of friends, and not by any means pity among his own congregation. Ilis departure from town will bo a distinct loss and we feel sure Tho News -Record voices the sentiments of the citizens generally in making this statement. For the present The News -Record is not at liberty to make any definite state- ment as to Mr. Robinson's plans hut, the probability 15 that he will remove from Clinton in the not far distant future. FARMERS 11EAR ADDRESS, Tho. Clinton branch of the Farmer's Association" had their monthly meet- ing at the office • of the Agricultural Representative on Monday evening, when a goodly ntmther assembled, in spite of the disagreeable weather, to hear Mr. Kernighan, director of the Farmer's Pub. Co., 'Toronto, gave an address. Mr. Kernighai• spoke principally of the new farmers' Daily about to be started ,and told of the advantages which would bo gained by the farmers from having a paper published solely in their in- terests.' IIe was listened to with much attention. Ex -reeve Sanders of Stephen was also present and spoke briefly. This club, 'which is growing in membership steadily, meets on the fourth Thursday in each month, but owing to circumstances this meeting was arranged for Monday evening, It will meet again' on Oct. 24th, DEATH 011' HENRY BEACOM. y morning On Prulalast after an illness extending over some months, Henry Beacom, a former resident of Summerhill, passed away at the home of his sister, Mrs. Lowery of Rattenbury ur street. Tho deceased was the eldest son of the late Henry Beacom and was horn in Fermataih County, Ireland. he was brought to this country by his parents when still a child and had spent practically his whole life in this locality. Ise had never married. He is survived by two brothers and three sisters : Robert of Marquette, Mich., Christopher, Mrs, Lowery, Airs. Watkins and Miss Mina, Clin- ton,- - The funeral took place from the residence of Mrs. Lowery 011 Sunday afternoon and was quito largely at- tended by old friends and neighbors from Summerhill and .vicinity. Rev. Robinson conducted the services at house and graveside. DI1.D FOR FREEDOM. At the recent annual meeting in Toronto of the Dominion Association of Fire Chiefs, Chief James Corbett, president of the Association, made a very touching reference to Isaac Quinn, formerly Fire Chief of Hailey - bury, who went overseas in 1916 and died of wounds in November of last year. The 'Cobalt Nugget of recent date gives a lengthy account of the tribute paid hint. IIe resigned his position at Haileybury to enlist and d England, being after getting to an N.C.O., he reverted to the ranks in order to get to the front more quickly, The late Mr. Quinn was formerly of Blyth and will be re- membered by many there. Isis wife is now in Toronto. IIe is ba ono of the many boys from this good old county who have, from variaus parts 01 the Dominion, hastened to -cast in their lot with the cause of freedom and who have not "counted their liv- es dear unto themselves," THREE CLINTON BOYS FALL. On Friday morning last word was received in town of the death in action of three well-known Clinton boys : Murray Draper, Bert Furniss and Oxley Hannett. Sergt. R. Murray Draper, IVT, M., son of Mr, and Mrs, 12. Draper . of town, was killed in action on Aug, 280. He enlisted with the 181st add went to France with a draft of ten sergeants orals Jan. 140, 1017, so had been there for a year and eight months. He was awarded the Mil- itary Meclalfar conspicuous bravery at Letts. 1Io was in his t\tenty- four111 year. Bert Furniss was anojther 161st boy who was well-known and es- teemed in Clinton. Ile, leaves a young wife and two little children, who have the sincere sympathy of all In 111011 bereavement. 11, Oxley Harnett, sen of 0., II, Hamlett, who is himself in France, was ali0at twenty years of age and before enlisting with the 161st had worked with ]4tr; Fred Lindsay, The family. had come out from England about seven years agoo and is moth- er resides in town. S461111014 Tow11s113 Cadet Chapman of Brandon and Cadet Dornan of :Edmonton visited at the home of, 'Mr, W. Sinclair last Week, prior 10 their going overseas. Rev. O. C. Elliott Ctreneral Evangelist of the Baptist Home. Mission ;Board of Ontario and Quebec, who is conducting services in the local Baptist church. Bagfield The Bayfield Fair this year will be held on the 1st and 2nd, next Tues- day and Wednesday. Given fair weather the show this year ought to be one of the very best. The direc- tors are sparing no pains to make it a success, They have increased the prizes in a good many instances, es- pecially for horses, and it is expect- ed. that there will he a good show- ing. The Henderson Pipe Band of Lon- don will furnish music on the grounds during the afternoon and in the ev- ening a grand concert will be given in the town ]tall and the FIenderson Concert Co. will have charge of the programme, which will 'consist of numbers from Samuel Munro, Comed- ian ; Charles McCarthy and sister, • Lillian, the famous Juvenile artists and singers, Kathleen England, clev- er dancer, singer and elocutionist, also the Munro children in fancy and national dances. est Sic . C'• 1 1 eF o St Catharines thariues is home on his holidays. Rev. Ur. Stewart of Toronto oc- cupied the pulpit of St. Andrew's church last Sunday in the absence of Rev, A, Macfarlane, who was at Collingswood conducting memorial services. Mr. 1:. Merrier will commence op- erations in the evaporator on Mon- day next. There passed away on Friday ev- ening last at tite house of his son, Daniel, Mr. James McDonald in his eighty-second year, The deceased, who \vas born in Prince Edward Is- land in the year 1836, carte to God- erich when young, and in 1857 was married to Miss Elizabeth Murray, who now survives him, In the year 1860 he came to Bayfield where he lived up till about twenty-six years ago when ise again went back to Goderich., For some years -past Ise has been unable to work, In March of 1917 'he and Mrs. McDonald caste to Bayfield and made their home with their son .Daniel, where' his death occurred, The. funeral took place on Monday afternoon at two o'clock to Bayfield cemetery. In the absence of Rev. A. Macfarlane, pas- tor of St. Andrew's church, Rev. James Stuart of London took charge of tine services at the house and grave side. The pallbearers 'were : Messrs, Thomas Cameron, Murdock Ross, Robert Johnston, William Attwood, James Sturgeon. Mr. Mc- Donald is survived by his widow, three daughters and (five sons : Mrs. William Johnston and Mrs, James Bucltanaii; Goderiels ; Mrs. A. G. Reid, Sarnia, and Daniel of this village ; Allan of Godericit township, ,James and Forrest of Saskatch- ewan and William of Huntsville, Muskoka. Besides the family he leaves ono sister, Mrs. McDonald of Sarnia. Among those from a dis- tance who • attended the funeral were : • Airs. Hackett, Port Huron ; Mrs, McDonald and Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Reid of Sarnia, hirs, Harry Stowe, London, Gordon Johnston, l'alntcrston ; harry Buchanan, Tor- onto; Mr, and Mrs, ,Jas. Buchanan, Toronto ; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. John - sten and daughter, Miss Flo John- ston, Mr. and ]Mrs. Daniel Harrison, Goderieb; and. Mr. T. 1'1. Cole, Clin- ton. We regret 'to state that James, William and Forrest were unable to corse home to the ftuseral. The sym- pathy of the community is extended to (lie bereaved widow and family, Goderich Township The Young Ladies' Patriotic So- ciety will meet on 'Tuesday 'after- noon of next week tit the home of Miss Daisy Middleton, A large number or the members of tine congregation of St. Janes' church, Middletoft, met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. 17. IT. Wise one ev- ening last week and presented Miss Edna With a r 1c little puree of �i l l e J razesre f her ser- vices in appreciation o vices as organist of the church. Af- ter the presentation a couple of hours were spent in social inter- course, music, ese,, 0wely0ne enjoy- ing the evening very much. . Saeriflce should begin at home don't leave it all to the eeldise3s.