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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1950-05-11, Page 10PAGE TEN CLINTON NEWS -RECORD RADIO OFFICERS ARE GRADUATED FROM R. and C.S. Five members of Radio Of- ficers' Course 15 graduated from the RCAF Radar and Communica- tions ' School Friday afternoon last, and received their wings fronn the Commanding Officer of the Station, Wing Commander R. F. Miller, AFC. They were: Flt. Cadet William P. Vraden- burg, Toronto, 1st, with honour scroll; Flt. Cadet Howard L. Cart - mill, Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., sec- ond;Flt. Cadet William W. Carr, Sudbury, third; Flt. Cadet Robert J. Prier, Windsor; Flt. Cadet William E. Morse, Calgray, .Alta. These cadets have just complet- ed 34 weeks of intensive train- ing in the Radio Officer trade, and after taking a six -weeks course at the Air Armament School, Trenton, will be ready to join the various types of squadrons in the RCAF today. The Photographic Squadrons that have been doing such a big job in recent years, may claim some of them, while others will go to Transport Squadrons and Communications Squadrons. In presenting the wings, Wing Commander Miller bade farewell to the graduates. "We expect' them to be topflight air operators and Tfcedefir class officers," hclard. On Five Badminton Clubs Play Match Tomorrow With the kind permission_ of Wing Commander R. F. Miller, AFC, commanding officer of the Station, a badminton match in- volving five clubs will be staged on the six fine courts of Roundel Terrace, the new Clinton RCAF recreation c e n t r e, toinorrow evening. The RCAF and Clinton Bad- minton Club are acting a's hosts for the occasion, and the visit- ing clubs will be London YMCA, Seaforth and Bayfield. It is ex- pected that close to 100 players will ,be on hand to wind up the badminton season in grand style. 0 T h e financial statement of'. Goderich Memorial Arena, which operated for only 31 days this spring, showed a net profit of. $1,629, with a total attendance of 16,432, of which 9,783 were hoc- key fans. GIRLS' ' SOFTBALL All girls of any age who are interested in playing softball this summer are asked to meet in the Legion Ilall on Tuesday evening, May 16, at 7.30 o'clock. Practice will follow. behalf of the'Station, he extended congratulations and wished them the very best good luck and a successful service career, Sunday, May 14th MOTHER'S DAY CARDS -- for Mother, Wife or Friend A large variety of Coutt's Hallmark cards and RustCraft cards on display. We have numerous gift items to suit Mother on her cloy, Come in and cnoose from our Targe and varied stock. Mc.:. wan's We are still receiving further supplies of the more popular fishing tackle. At the moment we have to offer: South Bend Bass-oreno •ea. South Bend Divc-oreno ea. South Bend Babe--oreno Hula Dancers ea. Hula Poppers ea. Jitterbugs ea. Hawaiian Wigglers ea. Flatfish Muskie ea. Flatfish Regular ea. Flatfish Flyrod ....... ......... :..... ea. Williams Wobblers-in assorted sizes, • ea. .50c to Famous Virgin Mermaid Lure ea. $1.35 1.50 1.10 1.45 1.45 1.45 1.30 1.65 1,50 1.25 1.00 1,65 See our new SUPERTEST NYLON CASTING LINE 15 -Ib. test, 50 yds. $1,00 20 -Ib. test, 50 yds. 1.10 Sp_vt i_9 goads o, azal* CLINTON - ONTARIO PHONE 42 - - - CLINTON JACKETS for Spring and Summer See our complete range of Jackets All the popular styles and colors Priced from 5.95 to 14.95 Special This Week .. . A complete' selection of SPORT SHIRTS 3.95 Herman's Men's Wear Biltmore Hots - PHONE 224W - Forsyth Shirts WEDDIN'GS THOMPSON=MOODY Trinity' Anglican 'Church, St. Thomas, was the setting for a quiet wedding on Wednesday, May 3, 1950, when Joan Edythe Moody, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Moody, Goderich, was united in marriage to Harry A. Thompson, youngest son of Mrs. Thompson and the late Harry J. Thompson, Clinton. The church was prettily decorated with spring flowers. Rev. John R. Thompson, brother of the groom, officiated. The date chosen for the wed- ding was the same as that chosen by the groom's parents, who would have celebrated their 46th anniversary on this occasion had not Mr. Thompson passed away a month ago. The bride, given in ntarriage by her father, wore a street - length dress of pearl grey velvet. Her corsage was Talisman roses and orchid sweet peas. Mrs. T. J. O'Heir, Hamilton, was bridesmaid, wearing a blue suit and a corsage of pink roses. A. G. Whitely, Goderich, was best man. A reception was held in the Trophy Room of the Talbot House, St. Thomas. Later Mr, and Mrs. Thompson left on a motor trip and on their return will reside on the groom's farm, 'Concession 15, Goderich Township. W I LLIAMS-STUBBINGTON Rev. C. W. Cope. minister of North Street United - Church, Goderich, officiated at the mar- riage of • Mrs. Beatrice Alice Stubbington, daughter of Mrs. Ruth Stubbington, to Charles While Williams, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles White Williams, all of Goderich Township, on Saturday evening, April 24, at the home of the bride. During the ceremony, Miss Gloria Palmer sang "Because," and James V. Corran sang "Where'er You Walk," accomp- anied by Miss Eileen Gliddon. Given in marriage by her son. Master Arthur Stubbington, the bride wore a floor -length gown of pale blue moire, with blue nylxt shoulder -length veil silver Sequin cap and silver slippers. Site was attended by her mother. wearing .a floor -length gown of black moire trimmed with gold sequins, and gold sequin cap with crimson velvet rose. Mr. Earl Williams, the bridegroom's bro- ther, was best roan. A reception for 80 guests was held at the British Exchange Hotel, Goderich, where music for dancing was provided by J. Kelly. For travelling, the bride wore a gray coat and bibo dress, with grey and navy accessories. The eou.ie will reside in Goderich. Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. James Keen, Strat- ford: Mr. and Mrs. Harry Martin and Miss F. Krevenky, Hamil- ton; Mr. and Mrs. Dolson and son, Detroit; Mr, and Mrs, P. Carter, Amherstburg. Ontario St. WA Holds May Meeting Ontario St. WA met. on 'Tiles - day, May 2, in the Church Hall with the president, Mrs. C. Ven- ner, in the chair. The meeting opened by singing a hymn and reading Psalm 743 alternately and repeating the Lord's Prayer in unison. The devotional period was taken by Mrs. Martin, opening wilki a hymn and taking as her subject, "Faith and Obedience," and closing with prayer and sing- ing another hymn, The minutes of the last meet- ing were read by Mrs. C. Elliott and the several reports were then given. Mrs. W. S. R. Holmes thanked the ladies for helping so willingly at the WMS dinner to which they served in the neigh- borhood of three hundred. The roll call was 'then rears. Mrs. Farnham then favoured the Iadies with a humorous reading Winch was much. enjoyed, and little Mary Elizabeth Lavis played a little instrumental and sang very sweetly, "There's a blue bird on my window sill." Mrs. Bennett also sang a -very pleasing solo, and the meeting closed with prayer and the Mizpah benedic- tion after which a' picnic lunch. was served. Wesley=Willis WA Plans Strawberry Tea The Woman's Association of Wesley -Willis United. Church met in the Church Parlour on Thurs- day afternoon, May 4. The presi- dent, Mrs. George Beattie, was in the chair. Mrs. Harry Charles- worth was pianist. The opening hymn was "All praise to our redeeming Lord." The Lord's Prayer was repeated in unison. The subject of the devotional period was "Faith as Obedience." Nirs. J. Addison read the Scripture lesson from St. James, first and second chap- ters. Mrs, W. A. Oakes read "Lesson Thoughts" and Mrs. G. Van Horne offered prayer: The secretary's report and that, of the treasurer were given by Mrs. Wilbur Martin and Mrs. W. A. Oakes. Mrs, Fred Gatien gave the report of the flower depart- ment and also read some "thank you" letters from those ill or shut-in who had received flow- ers. Reports were received from the four groups convened by Mrs. Harold Adams, Mrs. Ernest Epps, Mrs. John Nediger, Jr., and Mrs. William Mtu ch, Mrs. Frank Fingland kindly of- fered her lawn for the annual Strawberry Teva which will be held late in June. Members may bring a guest. Arrangements were completed for the serving of meals at the London Con- ference Y.P.U. Officers' Congress over the weekend of May 20-21. A hymn and the Mizpah Bene- diction brought the meeting to a close after which afternoon tea was served by Mrs. John Nediger's group,, Presbyterian WA 'Honours Mrs. Lane The WA Of Clinton Presbyter- ian Church met at the home of Mrs. rohn. Snider on Tuesday, May 2, with a good attendance. A 'hymn was sung and the presi- dent, Mrs, William Shaddock, read the 146th Psalm followed by prayer, Mrs. Allan Maxwell, the sec- retary -treasurer, read her reports. A committee for flowers in the Church during May was appoint- ed. A discussion followed rela- tive to the bazaar to be held in the Church Hall on June 3. All outstanding accounts were order- ed 'paid. Mrs. D, J. Lane gave a very interesting talk on `Public Rela- tions" emphasizing the need in our daily -life of tolerance, sym- p;athy, good manners, courtesy, patience and humour and of practising the Golden Rule. This being the occasion of Mrs. D. J. Lane's birthday Mrs. Max- well made a few suitable re- marks of best wishes and Mrs. Robert McKenzie presented Mrs. Lane with a lovely cup and sauc- er and a large bouquet of daf- fodils. A hymn and the Lord's Prayer in unison closed the meeting. Mrs. Snider assisted by Mrs. Roberton served refreshments from a lovely tea table where Mrs. Shaddock poured tea, ,Mrs. Lane cut the birthday cake and a very enjoyable half hour followed, The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. McTaggart with Mrs. Lane and Mrs. Mc- Kenzie as co -hostesses. Electric Fencer Repairs! O Your livestock will soon be out to pasture.. Now is the time to have your Electric Fencer put in Hp top shape far the summer season. Bring it in now and have it checked over, and a new battery installed if needed, General Batteries $3,75 RAY 0 VAC and EVEREADY HOT SHOTS $3.85 NEW ELECTRIC FENCERS Baden and Shur -shock $15.00 to $17.75 complete MERRILL RADIO and ELECTRIC PHONE 313 CLINTON Warm Weather 0 is just around the corner, but don't forget the rainy days ahead. Get those Eavestroughs fixed by contacting us. Also PLUMBING; ELECTRICAL WIRING and AIR CONDITIONING. ° Agents for Anthes-Imperial Furnaces WISE and BATEMAN --Phone 147 - PLUMBING and HEATING - SHEET METAL WORK ® ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS Successors to Sutter-Perdue's Shop Work rmmommootmeowamammool GET ACQUAINTS GET ACQUAINTED WITH OUR "THRIFT SPOT CAR LOT" Get the habit of browsing around daily. If we haven't what you want day, it may be here tomorrow. Our stock of used cars constantly changes, TODAY WE OFFER: '48 CHEVROLET Sedan '47 PLYMOUTH Sedan '42 DODGE "Deluxe Sedan '41 CHEVROLET Sedan 1 to - '37 FORD Coach '35 PLYMOUTH Coach '47 DODGE 1/2 Ton Pick-up '46 DODGE 1/2 Ton Pick-up These, and other good used cars, are offered at fair terms to suit you personally. prices. Cash, trade, or NEW TRUCKS - For immediate delivery: 1950 1 ton Pick-up 1950 1 ton Chassis and Cab Lorne. Brown Motors Chevrolet and Oldsmobile Sales and Service PHONE 367W Chevrolet -The Thrifty Car for 195o4" THURSDAY, MAY 11, 193 Youth for Christ Hears Speaker from Detroit Clinton Area Youth for 'Christ held its regular meeting in the Clinton District Collegiate Insti- tute Auditorium on Saturday, May 6. The meeting opened with a sing -song led by the president, Frank Collar, Winghaan. ,Sgt A R. Persan gave the opening prayer. Jack Van Impe, Detroit, played several numbers on his accordian entitled "The Fight goes on, 0 Christian Soldiers", `Blessed be the Name of the Lord", "The Old Rugged Corss." Mrs. Purdy, Hanover, was soloist of the even- ing, singing "Down from His Glory." Wally Herzog, Detroit, favoured with several trombone solos, including "I know whom I have believed" and "A Shelter in the Time of Storm," The message of the evening was delivered by Jack Van Impe, the Scripture being taken from John 3. 'He spoke on "New Birth," -except a .man be born again he cannot see the Kingdom of Heaven. John 3:3. Another feature of the evening was a duett played by the two musicians, Jack Van Impe and ,Wally Flerzog, "Dwelling in Beulah Land." The president closed the meeting with prayer. The next meeting will be held on June 6, at 8 p.m., in the CDCI auditorium with Rev. Al- bert Hughes, Toronto, as guest speaker. uNEMPLOYMENT DOWN GODERICH A decrease in the, number of applicants seeking employment through the National Employment Service office here is shown from March 30 to April 27, the number being 139. Dur- ing March, about $15,720 was paid out in unemployment in- surance benefits through the of- fice. WEEKLY PRIZES for Men's and Ladies' High, Singles during May OPEN BOWLING Nightly, except Thursday Clinton Bowling Alley Shop & Save SPECIALS May 11, 12, 13 Red & White LIQIJID WAX :. pt. tin .25 Smith's CHILI SAUCE . bottle .21 Paramount Pink SALMON Ig. tin .45c Brimful Golden CORN 20 oz. tin .14c IDEAL WAFER PICKLES CLAYTON'S ICE CREAM 2 bricks NEW GREEN CABBAGE ..... 2 lbs. LYON'S COFFEE Ib. tin .89 Peter Pan GHERKIN PICKLES .. jar .29 Eagle Brand. MILK tin .23c Clark's POItIC & BEANS 2 CAKES .15c 20 oz. tin .13c FRANCO AMERICAN jar .19c MACARONI ....... tin .15c - FORK FROSTED KERNEL .45c CORN pkg..21e FIRM RIPE CHOICE .15c TOMATOES Ib. .25c SHEARING'S MODERN SELF SERVE FOOD MARKET PHONE 48 - Free Delivery - CLINTON icy DE 11110° C tiny+• y Sr t!: m�.nv6tn illustrated is MODEL DM -90 Has 9 cu. ft. food storage rspace • Full -Width. Freezer Chest • New Ice -Blue interior trim • New full-length door • New Super -Storage design • New all -porcelain, twin, stack -up Hydrators • New Chill Drawer • Sliding Basket -Drawer for eggs, small items • • • arm- I Look at It Outside. Look at u inside. You can't Match FRIG1DAIRE. All -aluminum New split shelf Adjustable sliding shelf All -porcelain Multi -Purpose. Tray Exclusive Quickube Trays Famous Meter -Miser mechanism shelves Wherever you live - whatever the size of your family, kitchen or - budget - be sure to see the.,new Frigidaire Refrigerators for 1950.. 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