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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1950-04-20, Page 3THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 1950 JLet QChat. A Woman's Viewpoint on This and That By MBA A WELCOME visitor came to Tsurpt's r sing us ate odd ltimes mate these parts last weekend . . was Spring and after along and arduous rear -guard action with King Winter, it emerged triumph- ant in all its balmy glory to greet churchgoers Sunday morning . . After over five months of hard wear, heavy coats were cast aside. and gay hats and light coats and suits were much in evidence . . It's a new world; and you can almost see the grass becoming greener each day! . • a a IT WAS one of the longest winters we remember from the middle of November to the middle of April . Remember, in January, scientists were tell- ing us that our climate was changing and getting milder . . But if we have our snow and cold weather in November and • THAT there are many music lovers in Clinton was well evi- denced by the large crowd which filled Ontario St. Church Wed- nesday evening last—and in spite of, a heavy snowstorm -to hear the famous Schneider Orpheus male choir from Kitchener . Judging from the comments we heard following the concert, the varied program was greatly ap- preciated by the large audience and it has made us' wonder why other organizations have not at- tempted to bring worthwhile musical groups to town as a means of raising funds . . a a THE- Schneider Orpheus Choir of 40 male voices, under the direction of Paul Berg, presented a ide selection of choral n„um- April, instead of in January, we 1 ' t bars interspersed with nu of winter is changing much . . can't see that the overs 1 picture solos . Marry of the choruses Paper 'Drive!- Wed., May 3 at 1 P.M. Under auspices of the Canadian Legion Please place your tied bundles of paper and rags on the curb before One O'Clock, so as not to be disappointed 16-17-b CLINTON NEWS -RECORD were unaccompanied and in these, especially, the true beauty of the harmony was brought out . . . The program was divided into three distinct types of music, the first was sacred music, in which the choir sang numerous at'trac= live arrangements of many pop- ular hymns . Classical and standard songs such as the "March of the Musketeers" by Friml and the "Desert Song" by Romberg, made up the second group, while several negro spirituals completed Goderich Township PAGE TIMER Mr, and, Mrs. George Woods, Detroit, spent Sunday at their cottage at Lane 0' Pines Beach. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Middleton and family, Leaside, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Middleton. . • Mr. and Mrs. Phil Heitbohmer and family, Stratford, were at "Cedar Hollow” on Sunday, their the program . Three soloists Lane 0' Pines Beach . summer were well received, James Ren- I home, nie baritone; Norman Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Merkley and tenor; and Alfred Murray, bass Jack Houston acted as ac- companist .a r A. I. McMurray was the chair- man of the evening and he thank- ed the choir and the Schneider Company for making it possible for the audience to hear such fine music ... Rev. W. J. Wool- frey also expressed the thanks of the Church Board . . . a: a GENTLEMEN attention! . It isn't often that we write any - think that we think might be of interest to the NEWS -RECORD'S male readers, but we hope some of you will be interested in this item—and maybe some, of you will do something about it . a a * AS YOU all know, Clinton is having a big event this coming summer, and we are certain that every citizen is anxious to have the appearance of the town live up to a the nostalgic memories former Clintonians will have of their old home town . . . While reading some of the weeklies, which come regularly to the of- fice, we noticed a story from the Georgetown Herald regarding a project of a Service Club in that town which seemed very apropos, and could be emulated in Clinton with great success... The Georgetown Club is spon- soring a "yard beautification contest," to help promote home beautification in Georgetown and prizes of $15, $10 and 95 are offered in one section opened to home owners, with similar prizes in a class for tenants . • . e n ,n THERE is nothing like a kit of competition to get people in- terested . . So what about it, gentlemen of the Lions Club— or Chamber of Commerce–or Old Home Week Committee ? ? " We have not mentioned the Horti- cultural Society because we feel they have expenses enough in beautifying • public places this summer . . . However, maybe some organization - would work with the latter society and help finance the project . . . ,a AN EASTER. Ball, the last formal event of the social sea- son, was held at the Officers' Mess of RCAF Station Saturday evening . . Yellow and lavender streamers and colorful balloons made effective decorations for the occasion, while a four -piece orchestra, "The Continentals" provided excellent music . . , A short amusing floor show pro • with sequin trim; Dr. vided by the orchestra, several W. A. Oakes; and many others . Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hall, all of Wingham, spent Sunday . at the former's: Lane 0' Pines Beach summer home. The community is invited to a euchre and dance in Fairmont No. 10 schoolhouse Friday even- ing, April 21, in aid of hydro fund for St. James Church, Mid- dleton. Ladies are asked to pro- vide lunch. Choose Mrs. C. Tebbutt The April meeting of S.S. No. 4 Community Club was held at the home of the president, Mrs. Walter Forbes. The meeting was opened by repeating the Lord's Prayer in unison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted. The secre- tary's annual report was read: also the treasurer's report, which showed a balance of $62.89 on hand. Roll call was one cent for each number of your stocking. Fourteen members were present. A donation was given to the Canadian March of Dimes. Plans were made for a social evening to be held at the home of Mrs. Hebden. The quilt com- mittee brought in eight complet- ed quilt tops to be quilted. A gift donated by Mrs. Jack Merrill was won by Mrs. W. Forbes. The remainder of the afternoon was spent in quilting. The next ofeCM� rM. McAdam to be held at ofthe Clinton. Lunch was served by the hostess. During the meeting the, fol - lucky draws and a delicious buf- fet lunch highlighted the even - AMONG those attending were WIC and Mrs. R. F. Miller the latter wearing black crepe; a!L orad Mrs. Thomas Newton, the latter in black crepe with sequin trim: S/L and Mrs. A. H. Tinker, the latter in black lace and crepe; S/L and Mrs. Noel Wade, F/L and Mrs. Philip Jones, F/L and Mrs. FM and Mrs. R A.eB. Ells, F/L and Mrs. M. Fitzgerald,'/L and latter wearing s. Norman Greig, the pastel shaded chiffon; F/O and Mrs. S. Lebedovich, F/O'and Mrs. James Lynch; F/O and Mrs. Ed- ward Mailloux, F/O and Mrs. Robert Thorndycraft, the ea tter in red with Mexican patterned skirt; F/L and Mrs. A. B. Single- ton, F/L and Mrs. V. H. Munro, Mr. and Mrs. A. Y. MacLean, Sea - forth; Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Lawson, the latter wearing powder blue crepe; Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Foster. the latter in black � crepe Rogers Majesticwill hold 2Refrigerator i ff tatorozen food,sevn foot, five-year warranty. Admiral Television Sets-- . complete with antennae, $275.00 Dominion Washers $129.00 up Marconi Radios and Television Sets— in stock, 10 inch screen . $369.00 Force Automatic Rangettes .... $71.50 Force Standard Rangettes ` 59.50 Hot plates as low as $4.75 LAMPS — TOASTERS — IRONS — ELECTRICAL FIXTURES in stock —RECORD BAR— DECCA CORRAL VARSITY MUSICANA 50c and 75c each ---• ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING Groves Electric Residence 290W—PHONES—Store 688J OBITUARY MISS SARAH E. ELLIOTT TT A respected 'resident of Gode- rich Township all her life, Miss Sarah Eleanor Elliott, died sud- denly ather home on the Blue- water Highway, near Bayfield, on Saturday. She was a daughter of the late Thomas and Jane Curry Elliott, early settlers in the township. She was born and lived all her life on the homestead. She was a member of Trinity Anglican Church, Hayfield. Surviving are, one brother, William; and four sisters, Marg- aret, Emily L. and Frances A.. all of Goderich Township, with whom she resided. The remains rested at the Brophey funeral home, Goderich, until 2.30 p.m. Tuesday, when the funeral service was held at Trinity ' Anglican Church, Bay- field, conducted by Rev. Laverne Morgan. Interment was in Bay- field Cemetery, Harriet Elizabeth McCaughey, who died. in 1925. In 1927 he was married to Edna Webb, who survives. He is survived also by one son, James Bernard Reynolds, Jr,, nowemployed in the Royal al Bank, Goderich, and by one sis- ter, Mrs. Florence Bernard, De- troit. 'JAMES B. REYNOLDS Solemn requiem high mass was celebrated in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Goderich, Wed- nesday morning, April 19, for James Bernard Reynolds, gover- nor of Huron County gaol, whose death took place unexpectedly in St. Joseph's Hospital, London, at 11.30 p.m., Sunday, April 16. Interment was in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Hullett Town- ship. Mr. Reynolds had been visited by members of his family in the early evening, and appeared then to be in better health and spirits than he had bean. He was born in Hullett Town- ship, son of the late John F. Reynolds, and attended Hullett Township schools. The family moved to Detroit, and he was for several years a policeman on the Detroit force. On his re- turn to Canada he operated the Huron Hotel at Goderich, and subsequently the British Ex- change Hotel. Later he bought the King Edward Hotel at Guelph, which he operated until he was appointed manager of the Huron County Home at Clinton. Mr. Reynolds resigned as man- ager of the County Home in 1922. to accept the governorship of the county jail. As jail governor he exhibited a warm human ,Sympathy for the prisoners in his custody, and gained a name es the champion of the underdog in society. In 1909 he was married to He was a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Goderich; of the Holy Name Society, of the League of the Sacred Heart, of the Society for the Propaga- tion of the Faith, and of the Altar Society. He was a former member of the board of governors of Queen Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich. DRUG STORES KEEP ME ALWAYS AT HAND TO HELP YOU is an estate large enough to benefit from Trust Company services? • The size of an estate is not the determining factor as for as Trust Company services are required. • The important thing is whether Trust Company ad- ministration will bring actual benefits to a wife and children—or whoever the beneficiaries may be. • Estates now being administered by, The Canada Trust Company range in size from small to very large. q. Regardless of the size of your estate—our Trust Officers welcome the opportunity to discuss your estate plans with you. • • TOWN OF 'CLINTON Daylight Saving Pursuant to a resolution adopted by the Town Council at its March meeting, I hereby proclaim Daylight Saving Time effective '12.01 a.m., Sunday, April 23, 1950, to remain in force until 12.01 a.m., Sunday, Sep- tember 24, 1950. I call upon all citizens to observe this proclamation. (Signed)—R. Y. HATTIN, Mayor, Town of Clinton Clinton, Ontario April 11, 1950 lowing slate of officers for the coming year was adopted: Presi- dent, Mrs. C. Tebbutt; 1st vice. president; Mrs. J. Merrill; 2n vice-president, Mrs. I. Merril'. secretary, Mrs. W. Forbes; assir ant secretary, Mrs. Rob e r t Thompson; treasurer, Mrs. F Jones; assistant treasurer, Mrs. I. Tebbutt; sewing and buying committee, Mrs. M. Jones, Mrs. B. Lobb, Mrs. H. McCartney; Project committee, Mrs. L. Pear- son, Mrs. C. Williams, Mrs. R. Feagan, Mrs. H. Howard; quilt committee, Mrs. W. Churchill, Mrs. A. Hebden, Mrs. W. Biggin; roll call, tea fees, and ticket committee, Mrs. S. Farquhar, Mrs. L. Tyndall, Mrs. C. Houghton. t.•ov...ew ..44.4oro•n,•.•.•~ .,,;.,,1„r,.1,:,.,.,.,, 4 See 1950NAUSTIN with No -draft Ventilation TOP MILEAGE A recent purchaser, on a trip of over 750 miles, showed on average of 43.3 MILES. PER GALLON at a speed of 50-55 miles per hour. USED CAR BARGAINS . this week include the following: 1949 FORD half -ton pickup Truck with stock racks, logy mileage. 1948 AUSTIN Coach, with 6,000 miles on speedometer, recent owner a clergyman. 1948 CHEVROLET Fleetline Sedanette, with under - seat heating, sun visor, chrome wheel covers, etc. 1950 MERCURY half -ton pick-up Truck with only 35 miles on' speedometer. 1936 DODGE Sedan, in nice condition. 1933 STUDEBAKER Sedan, in beautiful shape. 1931 FORD Sedan, in good running condition. 1929 PONTIAC Sedan, with dandy motor, 1949 JAMES MOTORCYCLE, 300 miles. No reason- able offer refused. Two — PIANOS PIANOS •— Two Uprights, in good condition, suitable for home, church or school. We service all makes of cars—WASHING ASIN a 8' _. ,I, L EBENEZER Ebenezer WA Meets Ebenezer WA met at the home of Mrs. A. Hebden for the April meeting, which was opened by the singing of a hymn, followed by , the Lord's Prayer. The de- votional period was taken by Mrs. I. Merrill and the roll call was an "Easter Wish" The min- utes of the previous meeting were read and adopted. Following the business session of the meeting, the chapter of the Study Book was taken by Mrs. Jack Merrill. A reading was given by Mrs. A. Hebden and the meeting w a s closed by Rev. C. Tavener. An amusing contest "making your new Easter hat" was conducted by Mrs. Hebden. Lunch was served by, the hostess. THE MODERN ANTISEPTIC for • CUTS • BITES • SCRATCHES • SORE THROAT AND ALL • PERSONAL USES 9 C2 -Way Ed* 1. Kills Germs Fast 2. Won't Hurt You I.D.A. 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