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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1950-05-11, Page 1p... n l THE NEW ERA -84th YEAR ecor THE NEWS -RECORD -71st YEAR ban No. \19 CLINTON, ONTARIO, 1CHUR'S15AY, MAY 11 1950 The Home Paper with the News • (Cotutinif GROWTH HAS BEEN VERY backward, dere to cold. weather, and the gardens hereabouts are just in the stage ore "gping ing' A backward spring? Well, yes! .. k M TOMORROW, MAY 12, IS THE annual Hospital Day, and there will be the usual activities at Clinton Public Hospital A tag day will be held the fol- lowing day . RUMOUR ON THE MAIN street has it that several mer- chants are planning the erection of • new store fronts or greatly remodelled ones, within the next few weeks, and at least before the Old Boys' Reunion 'R 4k k UP TO DATE, THE CITIZENS of Clinton and district have sub- scribed $527, to the Red Cross campaign, without benefit of per sonal canvass . Goderich has raised $667, Wingham $632 and Hensall $184, but Clinton raised more than $1,500 last year so that the two-year average is not un- favorable . ''I' ,x ,g COMPETING INTHE, STRAT- ford Music Festival last night, the Clinton RCAF Chorus was marked 164 in the male chorus contest . , The competition was very stiff . Toronto Beaches Choir scored 178 and Chatham Park Street United Church, 168 The adjudicator commented on "the way they took off their coats, spit on their hands, and prepared to battle it out." . . ' :k D UR I I�? G THE PAST FEW weeks, Ball and Mutch have been conducting a Marshall mattress competition . . . •Chief of Police J. P. Hinchberger made the draw on Saturday afternoon for a $47.50 mattress, and the winner was Miss Sybil Courtice, Clinton, former missionary to Japan, now retired . . . CDCI CADETS ATTEND SERVICE IN BLYTH CHURCH CDCI Cadet Corps held its an- nual Church Parade on Sunday morning, May 7, when divine service was held in Blyth United Church. The parade formed up on the main street, Blyth, after the oadets had been taken to the village by school bus, and pro- ceeded to. the church. The service was in charge of the minister, Rev. W. J. Rogers, who gave a splendid sermon on "Building a New World on the Old Plan." Miss Anna Pond, musical instructress at CDCI, presided at the organ tiroughout the service and the choir was the CDCI choir which won distinc- tion at the recent county music festival in Goderich. The choir sang several numbers which were greatly appreciated by the congregation, Two Teachers Resign From Public School Two members of the teaching staff of Clinton Public School— Misses Bessie Erb and Donalda Adams—have resigned, effective et the end of this term. The former has taught here for the Past two years, and the latter. for several years. The Public School Board met in the school Thursday evening last with all members present and Chairman A. F. Cudinore presiding. After considerable discussion of a request of the teachers for a substantial increase in their salaries, the Board decided by motion to pay a bonus at the end of the nextschool. year. No decision: was made in con- nection with a request of the Canadian Legion to purchase the Board -owned lot at the south- west corner of Ontario St. and William St., now used as a school playground. Principal G. H. Jefferson's re- port for April indicated an en- rolment of 362, and an average attendance of 315.43, or 93.52 per cent. Mrs. J. D. Thorndike sup- plied one day for C. 0, Martin, who was ill. C. A. Trott Becomes Principal at RCAF The May meeting of the board of Tuckersmith School area No. 1 heard resignations from Miss Mary Campbell, principal of S.S. No. 5,' and C. A, Trott, supervis- ing principal of the seven -school area, and principal of Egmond- villa school. Mr. Trott has accepted a post es principal of the new public school at Clinton RCAF Station. Miss Campbell has accepted a position as principal at Fordwich. Plans were discussed for a bus trip to the senior, pupils of the area to be made in early June to the Detroit Zoological Gardens. Plans were also discussed for an- nual school area picnic to be held at the end of June at the Seaforth' Lions. Park. James McIntosh, chairman,. presided and Inspector G. G. Gardiner of South Huron was a guest. -0 The Weather l950 1949 High Low High Low May 4 75 50 84 55 5 77 47 86 65 5 74 5i' 85 60 7 59 36 70 46 8 53 33 67 37 • 9 58 36 66 42 10 64 45 52 36 Rath: .10 inches ' Rain: none County Clinic Treats 113 Handicapped Children County Library Praised.. The eighth annual meeting of the Huron County Library Co- operative was held on Monday evening in Seaforth District High School. Mayor J. E. Keating, Seaforth, expressed a warm wel- come to ell those present. Reeve Alvin Kerslake, Hen- sall, chairman of Huron County Library Board for 1950, in his introductory remarks, noted the steady growth of the County Co- operative. "Libraries are not appreciated as well as they should be," he said. He went onto speak of the new feature, the purchasing department, whereby all libraries may see and buy books from the headquarters in Goderich. Rev. H. C. Wilson, Clinton, secretary, read the minutes of the last annual meeting. A. H. Ers- kine brought the treasurer's re- port, which showed a slight defi- cit, owing to the activities in- creasing beyond resources. Thomas Pryde, MLA, introduc- ed the special speaker, Hon. Dana Porter, Attorney -General, a nd Minister of Education. Ron. Mr. Porter said that he had looked forward for some time to this meeting, because Huron has something unique in its County Library Co-operative, which is a fairly new develop- ment in Ontario. In Huron it had its main beginning. The success of its development has had much influence on estab- lishing similar county libraries in some of the other counties. Huron had the first bookmobile. Others have followed and the ventures have been successful as well as attractive. At this point he congratulated Mrs. Eckmier, on her leadership in the library movement. The County Library, not only distributed books to all corners of the county, but help- ed in the organization of new libraries and was assisting in the purchase of books. Commenting on the circulation, Mr. Porter noted that 57,000 of the total 80,000, was juvenile, which was good. Books become a habit, reading becomes a habit of a lifetime: There is a great (Continued on Page Five) FIRE THREATENS HOSIERY MILL MUCH DAMAGE Clinton's volunteer Fire Brig- ade had a call to Clinton Hosiery mill, Mary St., shortly after 5 p.m. Friday last, when a fire started in spine nylon stockings in a box on the main floor of the building. Assistant Chief Frank Dixon, who was in charge in the ab- sence of Chief Grant Rath, stated that the damage by fire was light, but that the damage by water, caused by the efficiency of the sprinkler system, was more substantial. It took quite a time to turn off the sprinklers. Origin of the blaze is unknown, but it might have been spontan- eous combustion, Mr. Dixon said. The firemen used their chemical extinguisher. Employees of the factory had left work at five o'clock, but George AWalker was on hand when the Mire was discovered. The Brigade was pleased re- cently to receive a cheque for $25 from J, B. LEWIS for services In fighting a fire in his residence a short time ago. 0 CONGRATULATIONS! Robert Cockerline will celebrate his 95th birthday Saturday. May 13, at the home of his son, Wil- liam, and Mrs. Cockerline. on the ninth concession of Morris Town- ship. Lions WOAA Bantam. 46C" Hockey Champions Feted THE PARENT LIONS CLUB played host Tuesiay . evening at a banquet in St. Paul's Parish Ball to the members of Clinton Lions Bantams when they received the Trophy and awards for winning the WOAA Bantam "C" hockey title during the recent season. The presenta- tions were made by Glen Johnston, Wroxeter,., donor of the trophy and 1st vice-president of the WOAA, following an inspiring address by M. L. 'Rory" Gregg, Wingham, president of the WOAA. FRONT ROW (left to right)—Bev Alkenhead, right wing; Jack Holmes, left wing; Don Denomme, goal; WOAA Bantam Trophy; Bob Garon, left wing; Murray Taylor, right wing; John Hartley, centre; BACK ROW (left to right) -Ron McKay, left wing; Ken Taylor, centre; "Rickey" Elliott, defence; Murray Maltby, right. wing; Bill Counter,' coach; Terry Jenkins, de- fence; Gerry Tebbutt, centre; Jack Carter, defence; Doug Fleischauer, wing; ABSENT — A. Garon, manager; Torn Colquhoun, defence. -Photo by Fowler Bros. Studio New Parking Bylaw Gets Two Readings Clinton Town Council held its May meeting in the Town Coun- cil Chamber Monday evening following a meeting in committee, Mayor R. Y. Hattin and all Members were present. The meet - ins lasted from 8.40 to 11.40 p.m, The Mayor called attention to the monthly report of the Chief of Police which he termed "com- mendable" and "very satisfactory." Aid. W. J. Miller, chairmen, Police Committee, stated it was "confidential" and "not for pub- lication." New Parking Bylaw The long-awaited parking by- law, No. 11 for 1950, as prepared by the Bylaws Committee, Ald. Dudley M. Pegg chairman, was given two readings by Council, and then was ordered forward- ed to the Ontario Department of Highways for approval before third reading is given. Although detailed provisions of the bylaw will he published in due course, following its final adoption, it is understood that one of the main clauses provides - for parallel parking only on the main' business streets. The streets will he so marked, and the by- law rigidly enforced. Sewerage to Residence H. B. Bartliff wrote requesting sewerage access to his property on the north side of Whitehead St., east of Maple St. Mayor Hattin reviewed the case. Ald. M. J. Agnew sug- gested the matter be referred to the Public Utilities Commission. Council passed a motion, recom- mending to the PUC that cost be borne by Mr. Bartliff but no sewerage rental be charged until cost is' absorbed. • Building Permits Granted Applications for building per- mits were granted the following: H. B. Bartiiff, -residence, frame, Whitehead St., $6,000; ,R. SL Atkey, shop front, Albert St., $500; Derwyn Carter, sunporrh, Ontario' St., $200; Melvin Elliott, sunporoh, Joseph St. $300. Conditions at Dump Mrs. George A. Bayley wrote that conditions at the drooping grounds were "extremely unsight- ly." and requesting removal of refuse from vicinity of fence of her property. Referred to Prop - Tenders for Bridge Called By Township of Goderich Goderich Township Council held its regular meeting ala Hohnesville on Monday, May 1 at 7.30 p.m. A bill for the payment of Members of the Court of Revision was ordered to be returned, pend- ing changes or cancellation. By-law No. 6 was given third reading and passed, as read. It was decided that the Town- ship would join the County As- sociatien of Municipal Officers for one year. The Clerk was directed to ap- ply to the. County for rebate of funeral expenses for one former patient. , The Goderich Township Muni- cipal Telephone System sent a delegation to the meeting .to ex- plain a proposed private line. requested, by on•: subscriber of their system. This would nc•c„, sitate a deben.turi being.. drawn tic ese:inst the p.operty, and es the owner has agreed, the Coun- cil agreed to accept this request, after some' further investigation by the Reeve. The Clerk was instructed to call for, tenders for the building of one small cement bridge, at lot 35 on the '7th concession, de- tails to 'be obtained from the road superintendent. All tenders are to be in the clerk's hands by June 1, Lowest or any tender nc,t necessarily accepted. Communications read and filed: J. Beevers; J. Howard Cox; CIL; Department of Municipal Af- fairs: Department of Health; On- tario Municipal Board. Accounts presented and ordered paid: Miss Acheson, use of home, $5; Monteith and Monteith, auditing Township books and all schools, $160; Dr. J. M, Graham, 'Board of Health, $18; Ba1l and Mulch, funeral expenses, $110; Howard Sturdy, overpaid in taxes end collecting taxes, $99.39; Registrar of Deeds, Huron County, ' .55c; N. W. Miller, membership fee in Huron County Officers As- sociation, $10; Miss Clare. Mc- Gowan, expenses it indigent patient case, $5; Municipal World, supplies, ,$31.36; County of Hur- on, indigent patients, $37.85; CIL, Hamilton, insecticide powder, 1$405; Clinton News -Record, ad- vertising, $2.45; Jack Little, spraying, $388; direct relief, $30; direct reief, $32; Goderich Town- ship Telephone System, loan, $200; Road Superintendent's pay roll, $1,068.97. Council adjourned to meet June 5 at 7.30 p.m, arty Committee. Ald. H. E. Hartley pointed out that there was no sign prohibit- ing outsiders from dumping there and told of catching a "dumper” from nine miles distant. Murray McEwan Quits Murray McEwsn wrote resign- ing his position as cemetery superintendent, effective June 1, 1950. Referred to Cemetery Committee, That Tewer, Hall Roof The Property Committee was given authority to let contract for roof of the Town Hall. Gravel Distributed Reeve G. S. Elliott, Street chairman, stated that the I,avis gravelling contract was almost entirely completed, with 4,481 cubic yards distributed. The terms of agreement be- tween the town and Davis Con- tracting . Co. for the contract of excavation and fill on that part of Isaac St.. between the inter- section of Highway 8 and Mary St., was read by the Clerk. The tender of Murray Miller for the laying of a new sidewalk at the Post Office area, also was read. Car Parking Space Council approved a plan of sharing the expense on an equal basis with the Chamber of Com- merce by converting the area at the rear of the Town Hall into a car parking space, exclusive of the cost of grading and levelling. In reporting for the Fire and Water Committee, Ald. A. Garon stated that the fire alarm box had been ordered, no new hose had arrived as yet, and a new stepladder was ncseded. Seek Superintendent Aid. Wilbert Glidden referred to the resignation of Murray Mc - Ewan as Cemetery Superintend- ent, and reported another man in sight but no definite arrange- ment made. Decorate Police Office Ald. M. J. Agnew, for Property Committee, reported re -decora- tion of thPolice Office, and a motion was passed that J. E. Cook's 'account for $49.25 for this work be paid. Payments Ordered Council approved payment of Chief Constable J. P. Hinchberg- er account of $65; issue of new policy on his car, premium $82; renewal of policy on small utility truck used for cemetery, prem- ium $33.35. $300 Paid to Band In reference to the»experiditure by the Band executive, a motion was approved making payment to the Band Committee of $300 to- ward the 1950 grant. A figure of $600 was placed in the estimates' for the year. Aid. H. E. Hartley read the Finance 'Committee report which was , adopted. (Additional details will be pub- lished next week).. COMING EVENTS Four Dents a word; minimum '75 cents Minstrel Show, Town Halt l 1, Clinton, Friday, May 12, 8.30. pan. Admission, adults, 50 cents, children 26 cents. Presented by Winiglhan. Kinsmen. Auspices LO,B.A. 15to19-b Hospital Tag Day, Saturday, May 13, under auspices of Hos- pital Aid. 17-18-b There's a great deal of satis- faction in dancing with your friends at Crystal Palace Ball- room, Mitchell, every ' Friday night. Dancing 9,30-12.30 (DST). Admission 50 cents. 1819-p Play, "Raggedy Nan, present- ed by Auburn Athletic Associa- tion, Londesboro Community Hall, Tuesday, May 23, at 8.15 p,m. Adults, 5.0 cents, children 25 cents. , . 19-20-b ROUNDEL TERRACE FORMALLY OPENS WITH VAST CROWD "Roundel Terrace" — Clinton RCAF Station's fine new recrea- tion centre — was officially open- ed with a huge party Friday even- ing lest with the attendance at all the way from, 900 to 1,200. In any case, the crowd seemed "vast" and actually was large. As a result, the Airmen were able to raise some funds to assist fin- ancially in re decorating t h e "Terrace" and for other worth- while projects. During the evening, about midnight, n draw was made for a number of prizes, with Mrs. R. F. Miller, wife of the Commend- ing Officer, making the draw, assisted by Squadron Leader Noel Wade, Flying Officer R. D. Thorndycreft acting as master -of - ceremonies. Winner of the $50 Dominion of Canada Savings Bond door prize wee Maynard Corrie, Bayfield merchant, Winners of other prizes in the draw included George F, Elliott, Clinton, a fountain pen, and several others whose names are not available. ' Those in charge were very happy with the success of the entire affair and plan a repeat order. HURON CATTLE STILL IN BARNS' PASTURE SLOW "Practically all cattle are still being stabled because of the slow pasture season, although in a few isolated cases where feed has run out, some young cattle have been turned out," R, Gordon Bennett, Clinton, agricultural representa- tive for Huron, reported today. Poultry flock owners for the most part have their pullets out on range, he said. Poultry pop- ulation would appear to be con- siderably reduced from a year ago. Clovers and alfalfa have heav- ed quite badly, particularly sec- ond year meadows, Mr. Bennett stated. Some farmers already are contemplating the use of some annual crops to supplement hay, Seeding is in full 'swing in most areas in the county, and at week's end . a large number of farmers had their seeding com- pleted, while in other later areas it is just nicely under way. The ground seems to be work- ing,:up fairly well although the slow drying spring has 'left a number of wet holes which some farmers have had to work around. • Making up for lost time, district farmers have been continuing their spring seeding operations at night. Byt ` the light their tractor headlights they are tushing to get their crops in •before threatened rains arrive. This year has been one of the latest starts on seeding in the history of Western Ontario agri- culture. Officials Pleased With Fine Success Woman Kicked by Cow Suffers Leg . Fractures (By our Hensall correspondent) Mrs. Wilson McCartney, who resides 'three miles east of Bruce - field, is in Scott Memorial Hospi- tal, Seaforth, suffering a fracture of the leg in three places below the knee and a badly crushed hand in an accident Wednesday last. Mrs. McCartney was helping with the milking and went to connect a milking unit to one of the cows which kicked her. She will have to remain in the hos- pital for some time. 0 HOLM•ESVILLE CHARGE CALLS REV. G. N. NEWTON Three charges were sustained and one retirement was granted, when Huron Presbytery of the United Church of Canada met in Wesely-Willis United Church, Clinton. Rev. J, R. Peters, of the Mc- leillop charge, was granted leave to retire. The calls sustained were from Holmesville charge to Rev. . N, Newton, St. Helens; from Cen- tralia charge to Rev. G. G. Bttr- ton, Moorfield, formerly of On- tario St. Church, Clinton; and from McKillop charge to Rev. H. E. Livingstone, Brownsville. The salary in each charge will be $2,300, Rev, W. J. Rogers, Blyth, was elected chairman for the next conference year, to hold office for a year starting July 1. Others elected to the executive were Rev. A. W. Gardiner, Egmond- villa, secretary, and J. A. Snider, Godericb, treasurer. Rev. R. G, Hazlewood, Walton, and Rev. S. H. Brenton, Londes- boro, were nominated to the settlement committee while Mr, Brenton and Mr. Snider were named as commissioners to the Genera) Council. Rev. W. A. Beecroft, Wingham, was nominated as president of the London conference for the next conference year. . Old. Boys to Hold Golden Jubilee Dinner Huron County Old Boys' As- sociation of Torpnto will celebrate its 50th birthday at a Golden Jubilee Dinner to be held at the Chez Paree, 220 Bloor St. W., Toronto, on Thursday, May 18, at 7 pm, A special program is being arranged by a committee conven- ed by Mrs. Boris Parton, the Association's president, Tribute will be paid to the men and women who founded the Assoc- lotion in Toronto 50 years ago, as well as to those who have been instrumental in keeping the organization active during the past half -century. No other As- sociation of its kind in the City of Toronto can boast such a Iong and successful life. All former residents of Huron County now residing in the To- ronto area, and their friends, are cordially invited to attend this outstanding event. As the accom- modation will be limited, reser- rations must be made immediat- ely, Those desiring tickets should get in touch with the secretary, Kenneth C. Staneury, Room 1009, 87 Yo1ge Street, Toronto (Elgin 4264), • Elmer Potter Still Confined to His Bed (By Hoirnesville correspondent) Elmer Potter, whose unfortun- ate experience of being kicked in the face by a horse was briefly reported in The NEWS -RECORD last week, was able to be taken to his home on Sunday afternoon but is still confined to bed. His injuries, while quite ser- ious, might have been consider- ably more so had it not been for the quick action of two other men. His father, John Potter, who was with him at the time, ran to the home of Leslie eervis who drove his car over the hills end fields, and then sped him with all haste to the hospital at Clinton.. Hullett Buys s uy of Snow Fence 3,000 Feet Huilett Township Council met for its regular meeting in the Community Hall, Londesboro, on Monday, May 1. Reeve W. J. Dale was in the chair and all members of council' were present. It was decided to give a grant of $35 to Blyth Agricultural So- ciety.. Purchase was ordered of 2,000 feet of snow fence in 50 foot rolls, .15.0 steel posts, and 1,000 feet of snow fence in 100 foot rolls from Lundy Fence Company. The $10 fee was sent to the treasurer of Huron County Muni- cipal Association as the member- ship fee. The petition for a municipal tile drain which had been signed by Frank' Raithby, Gus Bisbiack, Wellington Good and Maurice Bean was accepted and James Howes, engineer, ' Listowel, was appointed to act on it, It was decided to advertise for applications for a power mower operator at 80 cents per hour, the applications to be in the hands of the road superinteclent for the June meeting. An order was given to the Canada Culvert Company for 120 feet of 12 inch galvanized pipe and three 10 -foot and two 5 -foot lengths of 18 inch sewer pipe. The following accounts were ordered paid: Fire protection,�g$25; advertising and supplies, $37.78; fox bounty, $9; salaries, $90; grants, e -• fees, $10; charity, $25,15; roads and bridges, $898.18., No less than 113 handicapped children of Huron County were given preliminary treatment 'at the clinic held in Huron County Health Unit yesterday. This was nine greater than last week's estimate. The group was made up of 68 orthopedic cases, 37 eye cases, and eight hearing cases. Further, attention will be given these children as warnanted. The Health Unit was a very busy place all day long, as the youngsters were. brought in front all over the County, keeping the staff of doctors end nurses very busy. Evert/thing went smoothly, however. The Clinic was conducted by the Ontario Society for Crippled Children, the ten Lions Clubs of Huron, County, and Huron County Health Unit. Dr. E. A. McMaster, Seaforth, chairman of the county commit- tee, stated that the majority of cases were new ones, and pointed out that the Clinic indicated the value of the Health Unit as a health centre for the County. C. H. Epps, Clinton, secretary of. the committee, was on hand all day as coordinator. He paid tribute to the tireless energy of the doctors and nurses in look- ing after the young patients. ete also mentioned the fine work done by the ladies of Clinton Women's Institute in providing welcome refreshments during the day and donating chocolate milk for the kiddies. Large Staff on Hand Four leading specialists from London gave their time and tal- ents at the Clinic: Dr. A. D. Mc- Lauchlin, professor of surgery, University, of Western Ontario; Dr. J. C. Kennedy, orthopedic surgeon; Dr, T. Coffey, professor physical medicine, University of Western Ontario; Dr. Charles Thompson, eye, ear, nose and throat specialist. They were assisted by Dr. Walter Little, Goderich, during the day. The . staff of nurses included: Miss Zelma Creedon, Toronto, from head office of Ontario So- ciety for Crippled Children; MIss Mary Miller, In charge of physios therapy department, War Mem- orial Children's Hospital, Lon- don; Miss Jean O. Hanley, physiotherapist, London; Miss Helen Waring, district nurse, Ontario Society for Crippled Children. The Huron County Health Unit staff also assisted greatly: Miss Norah Cunningham, Clinton, supervisor; Miss Mary Love_ Exe- ter; Miss Aubra Cleaver, C6de- rich: Miss Dorothy Wick, Clin- ton: Miss Lois Baker, Exeter. Misses H. Coulter and M. Graff, London, also provided clerical assistance. 0 W -W WMS Hears Miss Sybil Courtice The Woman's Missionary So- ciety of Wesley -Willis United Church held its Easter Thank- offering meeting on Wednesday, May 3, with the president, Mrs. M. Addison, in the dhair, and Mrs, George Beattie's group as- sisting. Mrs. F. Pennebaker was at the piano. The devotional period was con- ducted by Miss Margaret Davies who spoke , from John 12: 1-9 on Mary of Bethany. Mrs. Addison spoke a few words of welcome to the members of Ontario St. Auxiliary who were guests at the meeting. A duett, My Lord and I," was sung sweetly by Miss Viola Fraser and Mrs. Agnes Moon, accompanied by Mrs. Hearn at the piano. A very happy part of the pro - precis was the presentation of_ a Lii'e Membership Certificate to Miss Margaret Davies, a gift from the estate of the late Miss Eve Stevenson, a former valued marl•• her of Wesley Church. The pre- sentation andaddress were made by Mrs. Fingland. Present, rep- resenting the late Miss Steven. - son a family was a niece, Mrs. H. E. Rorke, who also was made a life member by Miss Stevenson a number of years ago. ' Mrs. Pennebaker rendered a beautiful piano solo, "Melody of Love" which was, much enjoyed. Mrs. A. T. Cooper in intro- ducing Miss S. Courtice, the guest speaker, reminded the gathering that this meeting was being held ,on the third anniversary of the constitution of Japan. Miss Cour- tice drew a thrilling picture of the new Japan which is rising out of the ruins and chaos of war. The resurrection of a na- tion with the spirit of Christ alive in the midst of .it and with tangible evidence of the Hand of God at work will never be for- gotten by the speaker: Mrs. H. C. Wilson expressed the sentiments of the entire meet- ing in 'a few words of apprecia- tion to Miss Courtice for her interesting address. Mrs. C. Nel- son seconded Mrs. Wilson's mo- tion, A social time was spent over a cup of tea. A beautiful anni- versary cake which had been loaned by the executive of Huron Presbyterial made an attractive table centre surrounded by green candles. Mrs. W, S. R. Holmes and Mrs. M.• Wiltse thanked the entertaining Auxiliary for its hospitality. The meeting closed by singing the hymn "'In Christ there is no east or west" and the Benedic- tion,