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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1948-07-22, Page 1111011 Record WITH VI/RICH IS INCORPORATED TILE CLINTON NEW ERA—ESTABLISHED 1885 No. 30 = 0th Year; Whole No 6315 CLINTON, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, ' JULY 22, 1948 The Horne Paper with the News ihe lid FOR THIS ,WEEK'S COLUMN, let's, pay a friendly visit to Clin- ton Radar and Communications School, one of the most import- ant Royal Canadian Air Force Stations in the whole defence system of Canada , Woula youlike to take a trip through it with an airman who is being trained in one of the many branches of radar or radio? Let us follow Aircraftsman BM Jones—he might have been from this district—from the time he enlists until he graduates , , . WHEN BILL FINISHED ' HIGH School, he was undecided about what to do until one day sane - one mentioned joining the Air Force and making it his career Thiswas a completely new Idea and one that needed some serious thinking , * * a FINALLY, AFTER COMPARING the service and its many advant- ages with the civilian jobs open to him, he decided .to have a chat with the nearest recruiting officer . The latter was able to give him a great deal of in- formation about a career In the RCAF and point out many things that Bill hadn't been aware of He' explained the generous pension pian, the extensive train- ing, pay, medical services, leave, trades, etc... . * * 4•* *. Despite et Bather, Lions Frolic Huge Success. MR. AND MRS. W. R. JOWETT, FIFTY YEARS MARRIED (By our Bayfield eorrespondent) Congratulations are extended to 'Mr. and Mrs. William R. Jowett, Bayfield, who on Tues- day, July 20, marked their gold- en wedding anniversary. They were married July 20,' 1898, in the drawing room at "Homewood," the bride, Hilde, Ethel, being the youngest daugh- ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Theo- dore Moorhouse, and the groom, William Robert, the elder son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Jowett, "Prospect Point," Bay- field. The bridesmaid was Miss Hattie Middleton, (Mrs. George Stewart, Goderich), and the groom's bro- ther, the late John W. Jowett, was best man. The wedding ceremony was performed by the Reverend S. Smith, Rector of Trinity Church. Following a honeymoon trip to Buffalo, N.Y., they made their home in Bayfield and have re- sided here ever since. For a quiet celebration their home on Bayfield Terrace was tastefully decorated with sweet peas, roses and delphinium. Mr. and Mrs. Jowett were at-home from three to five o'clock, when friends from Toronto, Detroit, flensall, Goderiche Goderich AFTER TALKING • IT OVER Township and the village called with his parents and friends, he to offer congratulations and best decided to make a try at it and ,wishes formany more happy went back the following week, years together. Receiving the armed with his birth certificate, guests were Mrs. J. W. Jowett, proof of education, and letters of assisted by Misses Amy Grace reference . . . After a medical and Jane Kendall. Assisting in examination and taking the oath serving were Mrs, Warren Rabe of allegiance, Bill found' himself and daughter Roberta, Detroit. an Airman . He didn't feel I The day culminated in a fam- much different, except that he ily dinner at which their two had a deep sense of responsibility daughters with their husbands and and a feeling of" belonging to a children—Mr. and Mrs, LeRoy great organization . . Path and Ronald, Bayfield; Mr: and Mrs. Ernest Kendall, Amy BILL WAS GIVEN A WEEK'S Grace and Jane, were all present. leave and a railway ticket and told to report to the manning depot at Trenton . Arriving there, he received', his uniform, was inoculated and vaccinated, and given innumerable lectures on a variety of subjects from saluting to unarmed combat . . He spent about : five hours. a,day- on the parade ground learning drill and deportment and he found himself getting prouder every day of his smart appear- ance Several hours a day were spent on sports and physical training, and he 'discovered that a couple of inches had disappear- ed from his waist and had re- appeared on his* , . . AFTER ABOUT THREE MONTHS at Trenton, Bill was sent to Clin- ton, as he had enlisted as a com- munications operator and must receive technical. training It was the .Air Force in earnest at Clinton . . Station life was just a bit different than at Tren- ton, and everything operated with 'smooth efficiency .. Here was expensive, and at first confusing, radar and radio equipment about which he would be expected to know almost everything when his course was completed . , . * * *, BILL WAS LEARNING THINGS now that he had never heard of before—radio theory, oscillator and transmitter principles, morse signalling, signals procedure, or- ganization of signals, and many other subjects , The first ex- amination was an experience he will not soon forget, but he pas- sed it okeh and felt better for having done so He thought the rest would be easy now , * * 'k IT WAS NOT ALL WORK AND no play, however . . The fel- lows on course were from almost every part of Canada and learned a lot about geography that wasn't included in the curriculum : There were weekends in Toronto, London and Grand Bend, dances and parties on the Station, and the odd trip to Detroit for a professional baseball game . The new and good friends - Bill made will be iemembered for the rest of his life, together with the pleasant experiences he had at the Schcol . * * * TIME SLID BY, AND ALMOST before he realized it, graduation day was at hand with the whole Station on parade to watch his class awarded their certificates The Commanding , Officer Shook his hand and congratulated him, and his parents and best girl were invited - to attend . . In a day or two, the fellows in Bill's class would be posted all over Canada to take up their duties as radar operators and technicians His training was finished, and. now Bill was going to take his place as a fully-fledged mem- ber of the RCAF, doing the im- portant job for which he w a s trained , An interesting and profitable career lay, before The dining room was done in pink and white streamers to the chandelier, and yellow Talisman roses, sent by a niece, Mrs. D. P. McDougall, Toronto; and the bride's cake graced the table. The bride and groom of fifty years were the recipients of .beautiful egifts : from membersof their family and friends. 144 The Weather COUNTY COUNCIL PICNIC Huron County Council's annual picnic is scheduled for Wednes- day afternoon, July .28. In charge of arrangements is a committee consisting of Warden Hugh Berry, County C1e:Lk N. W. Miller, and Treasurer A, H. Erskine. a' High Low High Low 1948, 1947 July 15 - 83 -51 81 64 16 81 , 64 , 77 64 17 86 63 81 65 83 62 75 64 19 79 56 66 53 20 83 61'' 72 42 21 83 63 66 45 Rainfall 1:06 ins, .53ins. POLICE HEAD IN HURON Ontario Provincial Police in Huron County now have a new head in Cpl: George Maguire, who was stationed at Goderich after the changeover in the County Town from municipal to provin- cial police. Excel in Public School Sports Several very handsome trophies were contested forat the recent Clinton Public School Field Day. They were donated by local well wishers for annual competition. ABOVE picture includes the boys' and girls' champions in the various classes. - FRONT ROW—left to right—Patsy Murney, junior girls' champion; Don Ross, jurior boys' chdmpion; MIDDLE ROW—left to right—Norma Warnock, senior girls' champion; JoAnne Castle, intermediate girls' champion; Clare Maltby, senior boys' champion;. REAR ROW—George H. Jef- ferson, principal of the school; Lyle McKee, sports supervisor. T.S. SURVEY COMPLETED; 9,886 X-RAYED A total of 9,886 persons took advantage of the free T. B. X-ray during the mass x-ray survey Clinics of the people in Huron County which has been completed There has been splended reponse from the citizens of every part of the County as shown by the foll- owing figures: Exeter, 2,315; Dashwood, 615; Zurich, 646; kiensall, 731; Sea - forth, 1,497; Clinton 1,735; Blyth, 634; Brussels, 1,300; Gerrie, 413; Total, 9,886, • Goderich and Wingham centres were completed a year ago at which time a number from this community took advantage of this service. In order that people who have contacted the disease or who are under observation may have per- iodic examinations, the Comm- ittee is paying for X-rays in mon- thly referred clinics in Hospitals throughout the county. These clinics have been carried on for some time and the Doctors are referring cases to them. The fight to rid this County of Tuberculosis is continuing and the Committee feels that the splendid response to this mass BAND CONCERT SUNDAY Clinton Citizens' Band will pre- sent one of its sacred concerts in Clinton Community Park on Sunday evening, July 25, at 8 o'clock. These concerts are plann- ed for the enjoyment of the cit- izens of Clinton and vicinity and it is hope that a good number will be on hand to give the band en- couragement. Bandmaster Frank Strathearn will conduct GODERICH HARBOR REPAIRS Tenders are to be called soon for repairing and construction of Ball and Mutch, has come into be= piers in Goderich Harbor which ing according to an announce - were extensively damaged: last ment on, page four of this issue. spring in the flood of tile Malt= Bali Brothers, comprising two land River. Supplementary esti- brothers Douglas G. and William mates in the House of Commons N. Ball, sons of Mrs. Bali and the provided for an expenditure of elate Nelson Rall, Clinton, success- fully for this work.Ifully carried on this hardware, furniture and undertaking bus- iness, with which their father was for so many years associated, since the retirement in January 1946 of John J. Zapfe. At this 'time' .William N. Ball withdraws from the firm. ' The new partner, William J. Mutch, is no stranger in the busi- ness nor in the town of Clinton, having lived here all his life. During the second great war Mr. Mutch served with the R.C.A,F,, being a member of the famous R.C.A.F. Pipe Band which was stationed at Centralia. Following his discharge he became associat- ed with the firm and has been em- ployed there since. His father, the late Frederick Mutch, was for many years in charge of the Hard- ware department of this . store. Mr. Mutoh is married, - his wife being the former Miss Madelon Streets, and they make their home with his mother on Princess St. He is a member of the Presbyter- ian Church and is a valued mem- ber of the choir. He also takes an active part in Clinton Lodge No. 83, I,O.O.F. DDR. AND MRS. J. S. EVANS CELEBRATE GOLDEN WEDDING Two of Clinton's most highly respected citizens, Dr. and Mrs, 3. S. Evans, quietly celebrated, their golden wedding on Tues- day, July 20, at their home, On- tario St. The marriage of John 5, Evans, V:S., and Annie G. Newcombe was solemnized on July 20, 1898, at the home of the bride's parents in Clinton.. The ceremony was performed by the bride's father, Rev. H. A. Newcombe, assisted by Rev. W. G. Evans, brother of the groom. Present for the celebration on Tuesday were immediate mem- bers of the family, which includ- ed, Ruth, Mie, William Helm, Lucknow; Carol, OAC., Guelph; George, Toronto; Erskine, Mrs. Evans and family, St. Marys; and also Mrs.'Evans' sister, Mrs. John Millar, the former Carol : New- combe, Indian Head, Sask. Un- fortunately one daughter, Grace, Mrs. Ian McLeod, Dunvegan, was unable to be present. Congratula- tions by card and telegram were received from many relatives and friends of the bride and groom of 50 years. Dr. and Mrs. Evans are both enjoying fairly good health and take great pleasure in their home, their family and their friends. When health permitted they both took an active part in the life of Ontario St. United Church. Dr. Evans has also taken a keen interest in the affairs of the town and for a number of years served on the school board. The NEWS -RECORD joins with the many friends of this esteem- ed couple in offering congratula- tions and best wishes. BALL AND MUTCH NEW PARTNERSHIP EFFECTIVE, JULY' 1 The firm, known for the past two and a half years as Ball Bro- thers, has now ceased to exist and a new firm bearing the name x-ray campaign as well as the support of the citizens in the purchase of Christmas Seals shows that the citizens of the - County wish to be identified in this work, The Committee appreciates the support given it by the committee of the Lions Clubs and the other organizations' which gave support. The Committee also appreciates the co-operation of the -news- papers for their assistance in making plans of the committee well known. Goderich Township Cow (lives Birth to Quadruplets . In last week's issue of The NEWS -RECORD, a• most unusual occurrence was reported in the announcement that a Dual Purpose Shorthorn cow had given birth on July 9 to four calves,' all males. One calf died two days later but the remaining three are well and making good progress at the farm of their owner, GORDON TURNER, God rich Township, R. R: `'2, Bayfield, who is pictured above holding the trio. Although the riveter, a five-year-old, and the sire, a registered Shorthorn bull, also owned by Mn Turner are roan in colour, all four calves wereborn pure white. The cow's first calving produced twins, the second a single, and the third, this time, quadruplets, Trying hard not to be outdone, another cow on the, same farm. presented Mr. Turner with twin calves onWednesday of last week. SUSTAINS INJURIES While installing "lightning rods on a barn at Farquhar, Carman Tebbutt, R.R. 2, Clinton, slid down a chute after losing his balance and suffered a fractured pelvis and dislocated elbow. Dr. Dunlop attended him. He - is now making good progress in Clinton Public Hospital. COMINGa EVENTS Bayfield Lions Club Carnival in Lions Park, Bayfield (form- erly Agricultural Park), Wednes- day, July 28. Games for all, Forest City Shows, Dancing, Re- freshment booths. 30-x Reserve the date—October 21- 22. Clinton Branch 140 of the Canadian Legion presents local talent in a Novelty Show. Cast of 40 trained for show by mem.. ber of Empire Producing Co. Ontario St. United Church Sun- day School picnic, Lions Park, Seaforth, Wednesday, July 28. Meet et church at 1.30 p.m. Net Profit About $1,000; Airman Wins Top Prize Mrs. Alice Robson Nears Century Mark Mrs. Alice Robson, who has the distinction of being Clinton's oldest resident, to- morrow celebrates her 97th birthday. The NEWS -RE- CORD joins with her many friends in offering felieita- tiohsc on this occasion. Mrs. Robson, in spite of her advanced years, enjoys fairly good health and takes a keen interest in the life of her church, Wesley -Willis United. Mrs. - Robson makes her home with Nirs. T. J. Watt, Rattenbury St. W., where the quiet birthday celebration will be held to -morrow. It is the wish of her friends that she may be one of the few who reach the century mark. J. W. MORLEY, KC, MAGISTRATE FOR HURON, PASSES James Wilson Morley, Exeter barrister, who became Magistrate for Huron County in March 1946, passed away in Victoria Hospital, London, on Saturday, July 17, 1948, following an illness of some months, attributed to a heart condition. The funeral was held from Trivitt Memorial Anglican Church, Exeter, on Tuesday after- noon with interment following in Exeter Cemetery. Mr. Morley, in his 45th year, was born in Exeter, a son of John Morley and the late Emily Mitchell Morley. He attended public and high school in his native village and then attened Osgoode Hall from which he graduated in 1926, being called to the bar VI 'the - same' year and began his legal practice in Exeter with the late Isaac R. Carling. Following Mr. Carling's death he carried on the practice. - In Spetember 1945 he was Councd il, and inrs March ofas fo - lowing year was appointed mag- istrate for Huron County. Since his appointment he has presided atcourts throughout Huron, Mid- dlesex, Elgin and Perth Counties, the latter three when magistrates were absent on vacation or ill. In religion Mr. Morley was an Anglican, being very active in Trivitt Memorial Church. Ex- eter, of which he was a former warden and sidesman and was a lay delegate to the Synod. In polities he was a staunch Pro- gressive -Conservative and in the 1940 Federal election stood as the ;P.C, candidate when he was de- feated by W. H. Golding in the Huron -Perth riding. During re- cent years he was quite active on the Huron County Christmas Seal committee. He was also a member of the Masonic and Odd Fellows Lodges at Exeter. Surviving are his wife, the former Eileen Snell, Exeter, his father, John Morley, Exeter, and one brother, Clarence Morley, Cedar Rapids, Ia. Clinton Lions Club staged their annual -Street Frolic on Friday ' evening last, which, in spite of the rain proved to be a gay af- fair. In the afternoon those in charge were undecided whether to go ahead with the event or not when the weather proved to be a bit on the "drippy" side. However, whet: things cleared up a bit it was decided to go ahead with the show. A large crowd had gathered and the weather.. - man again decided to "weep" and / booths were cleared—and also the streets—in a few minutes. How- ever it cleared again and proceed- ings started once more and were able to continue till almost mid- night. People With As Much Money In Arms- AsThey Can Carry,Not Worth Robbing -The NEWS -RECORD'S farthest- one million, Chinese National distant subscriber, Rev. Elisha A. currency. The enclosed is worth Townsend, writes another on& of: more as a hook mark than for his most interesting .letters from what you can purchase with it, Ansrang, Idunan, China, . under "It is a common sight to see date of June 3. coolies with a carrying pole over He says: their shoulder' and two bushel E`Enclosed find cheque;, kindly basketsfull of bundles of, bank' renew ' my subscription. to The notes, and no more concerned NEWS -RECORD. I am glad to than if they were so much earth. say the papers are coming a little We also see people 'with as much more regularly of late. I have money in their arms as they can received all numbers up to April carry, and not worth robbng- 8 this. year, but September 11 at that! and December 11 of last year did "We have had a great deal of not reach me. , rairi here this spring. Old rest - "I am eneolsng a ten -thousand dents say the rain fall has been dollar bank; note, but do .not get, greater than for fifty years:; I do the idea that youhave suddenly not think crops have been per - acquired wealth. It is worth less manently damaged, the' real hot than a 'Yankee cent.' The•Ameri. we . can dollar now changes for over Band Enjoyed Clinton Citizens' Band started proceedings by playing a concert in Library Park. This gave quite a gay atmosphere to the carnival. Following the rain the loud speak- er system of the RCAF was used and a number of martial airs were played. Booths and Committees Games of 'various kinds were enjoyed by the crowd. These with the personnel operating them included: Bingo (which was staged in the Council Chamber, following the rain), C. D. Con- nell, George Beattie, G. N. Davies, Jack Butler, John Sorensen, Ken Colquhoun; Crown and Anchor, Hugh Hawkins, L. Brown, G. M. Counter, Bill Counter, Fred Ford; Over and Under, A. "Red" Gar - on, W, Jervis, H.' C. Lawson, Basil Pocklington, H, Kingswell, C. M. Shearing; Ball Game, Caryl Drap- er, Stewart Middleton, Bob Drap- er, Percy Livermore, Stan Tudor; Groceries, J. A. Sutter, Ray Ag- new, J. J. Zapfe, Orval Lobb, Walter Little, Benson Sutter; Easy Money, "Dick" Jacob, Jack Clegg. There. was also a refreshment . booth handy and this was in charge .of• :R.E. Holmes, Harry Bartliff,. John Nediger Jr., Sanr Castle Jr., Charles Johnson: Dance Well Attended - For the younger generation who liked to trip the light fan- tastic, a dance was held in the Town Hall, which was enjoyed by a large crowd. Music was provided by the Clinton Radar School Orchestra and the com- mittee in charge of arrangements included R. S. Atkey, Ferg Van- Egmond and A. L. Colquhoun. Draw For Prizes Shortly before midnight, the draw for the big prizes took place on the street in front of the Town Hall with A, D. McCartney and Calista Counter, daughter of Mr. and. Mrs. Norman Counter, mak.. ing the draw which made many happy. The lucky winners were: 1. Beatty washing machine, Flt. Lt. Quail, Clinton, who lives in a trailer at Reg. Ball's Service Sta- tion; 2. Bicycle, Jack Clegg, Clin- ton; 3. Snyder Rest Rocker, Orval Lobb, Clinton; 4. Stromberg Carl- son Radio, Dr. Coxon, Zurich; 5. Occasional Chair, Mrs. Frank Fingiand, Clinton; 6. Table Lamp, Miss Elizabeth Cooper, R. R. 1, Freelton; 7. Car Clock, Charles Shanahan, Clinton; 8. binder twine, Keith Tyndall, Clinton; 9. one-half ton of coal, Bliss Gall Shearing, Clinton; 10. Lawn chair, LAC Joseph Reilly, Clin•' ton; 11, man's travelling kit, Mrs. J. Steep, Clinton; 12. Electric fan, Mrs. Harry Glazier; 13. scatter mat, Les Brown, Varna; 14. fog lamp, Oscar Preestap, Clinton; 15. Wool blanket, Ed. Jessop, Goderich. $1,000 Clear From this effort the Lions Club raised over $1,000 which will be used for their welfare work which in spite of the inclement weather was felt to be very en.- couraging and the entire frolic was considered a real success. On account of the absence on vacation of the president, J. G. McLay, the immediate past presi- dent, William E. Perdue, had charge of the arrangements. Lions A. G. Grigg and J. 11. Brunsdon were in charge of the booth construction. COUNCIL. MEETING CHANGED Goderich Township Council will meet for itsregular meeting on Tuesday, August 3, rather than Monday, August 2, as was stated in last week's issue in a report of the Goderich Township Coun- cil meeting. +-4.*e4 *$ 4 4 5 *-5 4* 4* 5 *.re-rs-*-+ A Senile for Today Identified "I've called for a parcel ad- dressed to Mr. Smith," the marn announced in the village post of- fice. "Oh, 'ave'ee,:" replied the post- master. "But 'ow do Oi knew 'ee are Mr. Smith?" 'Why, have a Took at this,"'the man answered, taking out a pho-- tographof himself. "That looks - like me, doesn't it?" "Ab, so it do," answered • the athei has set in now, and I do postmaster, and handedover the, mean HOT." parcel,