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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1948-09-30, Page 9'lleelleSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1948 CLINTON NEWS -RECORD PAGE NINE NEWS OF AUBURN Donald Ross, Galt, spent the -weekend with his mother, Mrs. 'Fred Ross. • Miss Sadie Carter, Joe and 'Reg, Carter, Port Elgin, are spending a few days at their home here. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Mcllveen and young daughter, Islington, were weekend visitors with the for- mer's parents, Mr. and Mrs, r. 0..NicIiveen. Wanted RED CLOVER SEED We are paying Top Prices We will buy either in the rough or on a eleaned basis. Send, in samples for quotations. WE HAVE BUYERS IN THE COUNTRY. WRITE OR PHONE Middlesex Seed 'Co. 361 TALBOT ST. Met. 5480 201 PICADILLY ST. Fair. 592S London 40-41-b Reg: 4squitti,'Toronto; and Har- old Asquith, Petal -bore, Miss Mary Asquith, Kitchener, visited their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. E. Asquith. EricMcllveen, ,who . has been holidaying with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. O. Alcllveen, hes left for Kingston where he will at- tend Queen's University. Anniversary Services Anniversary services' *ill be held in Knox Presbyterian Church next Sunday, October -•'3 at 11 am: and 7.30 pm. The 'pastor, Rev. °John Honeyman, will bring the message. Special music will be rendered by talent from London. Coupe honored A reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Sturdy on Friday evening rpi,hon- or of Mr. and Mrs, Frank Raitliby. During the evening, a short pro- gram was enjoyed with Charles Scott as chairman. Community singing was enjoyed, led by Amos Andrew with Mrs. R. J. Phillips at the piano. Readings were giv- en by Mrs. William Roberton; duet by Gladys McClinehey and Betty Sturdy; and a piano duet by Laura May and June Leatheriend; and Mr. Scott expressed congratula- tions and best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Raithby ar,d Wilfred Sand- erson presented them with a purse of money. Frank expressed his appreciation. Refreshments were served. Successful Frolic Auburn Athletic Association held a successful frolic in the County shed on Wednesday night. Bingo and other games were en- joyed. At midnight a draw was made for five prizes: let prize, 5 - tube radio was won by Miss Viv- ian Straughen, London; 2nd, auto_ matic toaster, Mimes Hallam, Au- • Complete Equipment for CONCRETE WORK FOUNDATIONS BUILDINGS Equipment For Rent or Hire Protect Working Conditions by Assuring that Men Employed are Covered by Compensation and Unemployment Insurance. McKay Contracting Co. Princess St. W. CLINTON Phone 373M CLINTON MONUMENT SHOP OPEN DAILY If closed contact Mr. J. J. ZAPFE Phone 103 MEMORIALS AND CEMETERY WORK OF EVERY DESCRIPTION T. PRYDE & SON CLINTON — EXETER — SEAFORTH ,a.0! M"431R PEG. The pause that refreshes burn; :3rd, 'Sana -bo'',`.' Garth 1VXc-" Knight, Blyth; • 4th, table lamp, Miss Deily Beadle, Auburn„5th, 5 gals, motor oil; Harvey>MePheer Auburn. Following the draw, a dance was enjoyed -with ,music supplied_ by Brown's orchestra. supplied,_ Feted The ladies of the community' met at the Rhino of Mi. and Mrs. Charles E. Asquith on Monday night to honor their daughter, Betty J., bride -elect' of next month. During the evening a humorous address :was read by Mrs. Arthur Grange and Miss Laura Phillips presented the guest of 'honor with a tri -light floor lamp, a purse of money and a bride's book. Betty ,experssed her appreciation for the gifts. A sing song was enjoyed a 'o ed with Mrs. R. T. Philips presiding at the piano. ' Misses Marie Taylor and Laura May Letherland dressed as bride and groom, sang, "Some Sunday Morning," Mrs. W. T. Robison gave a .reading, "How to Cook a Husband." Mrs. Charles Miliian gave one on "The Groom," while Mrs.. Wesley Bradnock gave one on "Marriage." The bride's trousseau was shown by Mrs. Mel Craig, Miss Laura Phillips and Miss Mary Asquith. A lovely lunch was prepared by Mrs. F. O. Mcllveen, aunt of the bride- to-be and was served by Mrs. T. S. Johnston, Mrs, A. Grange, Mrs R. J. Philips, Mrs. Gordon Tay- lor, Mrs. Mel Craig, Laura Phil- lips and Mary Asquith. SUMMERHILL Watch for further particulars about the bazaar. Quite .a few from this district attended the Western Fair, Lon- don, during the week it was run- ning. Mr. and Mrs. David McKay Misses Nora Wilson and Helen Barber, all of Fergus, were re- cent visitors at the home of Mr end Mrs. Russel Good. Ladies' Chub Meets The September meeting of the Summerhill Ladies'. Club was held at the home of Mrs. Graydon Neal The president, Mrs. Arthur Hay- ward, presided, and there were 22 members and one visitor pres- ent. The meeting opened by re- peating ,the Lord's Prayer in unison. Minutes of the previous meet- ing were read and approved. A bazaar was planned to be held in the Council Chamber, Clinton, on Saturday, October 23. It was de- cided to send two quilts to a couple of families near Walton who recently lost their homes by fire. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Wilfred Pen - found. Those in charge of the programme will be Mrs. Lloyd Stewart, Mrs: Hayward and Mrs. Knoblauch. The lunch committee will be Mrs. Hayward, Mrs. Knob - leech, Mrs. Lovett and Mrs. Pen - found, Mrs. Charles Merrill was the winner of a contest which was conducted by Mrs. Knoblauele. Mrs. R. Good gavea reading, "One Housewife to Another." The meet- ing closed by singing the Na- tional Anthem. Hullett Township Happy Workers Meet The September meeting of the Happy Workers Club was held at the home of Mrs. George Glazier. The meeting opened by repeat- ing the Lord's Prayer. The treas- urer's and secretary's reports were given. The lucky ticket was won by Mrs. Raymond. Jamieson, It was decided that each member donate a gift to he put in the bale at the next meeting and also any used clothing. The next meeting to be held at the home of Mrs. Albert Glazier, The meet- ing closed by singing God. Save the King. The afternoon was spent in quilting. A dainty lunch was served by group one which are Mrs. Charles Brandon, Mrs. Hugh Ball, Mrs. Cliff Glazier and Mrs. George Glazier, Proceeds amounted to $2.25, EMPLOYERS and EMPLOYEES! New contribution rates for Unemployment Insurance , Are effective October 4, 1948 The new contribution rates are:— Class Class of Employed Persons 0 While earning less than 90 cents while under 16 years of age (*Paid on his behalf by the employer) 1 Earnings in a week: $ 5,40 to $ 7.49„... „.. 2 Earnings in a week: $ 7.50 to $ 9.59...., 3 Earnings in a week: $ 9.60 to $11.99.....,., ,.,.... 4 Earnings in a week: $12.00 to $14.99 5 Earnings in a week: $15.00 to $19.99....,,, 6 . •Earnings ina week: $20.00 to $25.99...---- 7 Earnings in a week: $26.00 to $33.99-- 8 Earnings in a week: $34.00 or more* -.— a day or Value of WEEKLY RATE Weekly Employer Employee Stanip Cents • Cents Cents 9 *9 18 48 12 30 24 15 39 24 18 42 24 21 45 24 24 48 30 30 60 36 36 72 42 42 84 Weekly and Monthly rated employees earning more than $3,120,00 a year ore not insured. On and after September 20, 1948, new denominations of UNEMPLOYMENT INS'iJRANCE STAMPS ' will be on sale at POST OFFICES. 'Surplus stamps of old denominations may be exchanged at Post Offices any time prior to October. 31, 1948, EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 4, 1948, INCREASED BENEFITS ARE, PAYABLE TO CLAIMANTS WITH DEPENDENTS. THERE ARE OTHER CHANGES AFFECTING BOTH EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES. For full particulars, apply `to the nearest office of THE UNEMPLOYMENT TNSURANCE COMMISSION” R. J. TALIJON 'J. G. BISSON C. A. L. MURCHISON Commissioner Chief Commissioner Commissioner Now HENSALL Anniversary Servioes Successful rally day• services were obse'rve'd in Chiselhul'at; United Church Sunday, Septem- ber 26 with large congregations. at both afternoon and evening services. Rev. W. J. Woolfrey, OntarioF. Street United Church, Clinton, was guest speaker, and Miss Greta Laramie, ATCM, viol - Mist, Hensall, rendered selections at both services, The choir was assisted by members of Hensall United Church choir. The church wasbeautifully decorated with autumn flowers. G. T. Wren was choir director, and Benson Stone_ man, pianist. Anthems rendered, choir ere "Guidee by the w , M , Dear Saviour," "Stand Up For Jesus," "Teach Me, I Pray Thee," "City of Gold" Rally Day Services Successful rally day srevices were observed in Cannel Pres- byterian Church, Sunday morn- ing, September 26. Members of the Sabbath School convened with the congregation at 11 a.m, The minister, Rev. P. A. Ferguson, was assisted by- the ,Superintend- ent, George Tinney, and members of the Sabbath School. The in- fant daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Schwalm, Mr. and Mrs. Cameron, and infant • son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wright, received the rites of baptism. Mrs. Ches. Forrest was at the organ consol. WMS Thankoffering The Autumn Thankoffering service of the Women's Mission- ary Society of the United Church was •held Sunday morning, Sep- tember 26. The guest speaker being Rev. W. J. Woolfrey, On- tario St, United Church, Clinton, Soloists in the anthem rendered by the choir were Miss 'Gladys Luker and Miss Phyliss Case. Rev. R. A. Brook was guest speaker at anniversary services in Ontario Street United Church, Clinton, Sunday, Sept. 26. Mrs. Al. Pearson, Toronto, was a weekend guest with her moth- er, Mrs. Annie Saundercock. Recent Bride Feted Complimenting Mrs. Victor Stan, London (nee Laura Sang- ster), a recent bride, a presenta- tion was held for her at the home of her mother, Mrs, J. Sangster, Hensall, Friday evening last, and convened by the Misses Dorothy McNaughton, Eleanor Venner, Elaine Carlile, Some 50 relatives, friends and neighbours presented her with a miscellaneous shower. The gifts were arranged in a lovely decorated basket of pink and white, and presented to the guest of honor by Miss Audrey Walsh and Miss Orion Stephan. Miss M. Ellis favoured with a reading and contests were in charge of Miss Dorothy McNaugh- ton. Refreshments were served. Potluck Supper Hensall Women's Institute open- ed its fall activities in the form of a potluck supper held in the Council Chamber of the Town Hall, Following the supper the vice-president, Mrs. A. E. Munn, conducted a brief meeting., The roll call, "The most embarrassing moment of my life" proved inter- esting. The secretary, Miss Gladys Luker, reported results of the booths operated at the Frolic, Sept. 8. Proceeds from the booth amounted to $181.93. Up to date the Institute bas donated $226 to the Community Building Fund. listen to the ONTARIO STOCK YARDS BULLETIN , featuring WALLY FORO every Tuesday morning CKNX - W'INGHAM - 7:30 a.m. TEESWATER FAIR OCTOBER 5 and 6 Outstanding Light and Heavy Horse Shows Regional 'Hereford; Holstein and Yorkshire Shows Feeder Cattle Exhibit Junior Club Division Blyth Boys' surd Girls' Band Walkerton Girls' Bugle Band HARNESS RACES RUNNING RACES ROAD RACES TRICK and FANCY RIDING ChildrenntliGodoMevn, iRome, President Secretary 40-p C�� GS�Lfi l OF DETROIT FACING GRAND CIRCUS PARK The, Tuller, a modern hotel for those who want the best Con- venient to Offices, Theaters, and Shops, Friendly, courte- ous service and real Hotel Comfort. The Tuller Coffee Shop or Cafeteria for your Dining Pleasure al modest z' a prices. 1t pays to stay of i. �f Hotel Tulles VISIT OUR )COCKTAIL LOUNGE ONE OF DETROIT'S FINEST 800 ROOMS $175 WITH BATH FROM HOTEL 11 LLE R RICHARD C. uric.:.., Mgr, y PORTER'S HILL , The porter's Hill, Community Club ,Fill,, meet; to quilt at the dome of Mrs. John McGuire on Wednesday afternoon,, Optober 6. The Woman's Association. of Grace ._ United Church, Porter's+ Hill, held a very successful chick- en pie slipper on Wednesday even- ing, September 22. After a bounti- ful supper served in the recently decorated basement, an apprec- iative audience filled the audit- orium to overflowing for the ex- cellent concert, provided by the following artists: Mrs. E. Wendorf, Miss Eileen Gliddon, Rev. and Mrs. L. H. Turner, Charles Breckow, Miss Evelyn Breckow, Leslie Pearson, Miss Vera Wilson, Clinton Male Quartette, and Ralph and Jimmie Harrison. (Intended. for last week) - Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Lockhart ere visiting friends and relatives in Dundalk. Mr, and Mrs, Murray McDougell have returned from a three week. visit in the West. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wiser, North. Vancouver, B.C., were weekend guests at the home of their cousin, Mrs. J. A. Torrance. Congratulations are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Cox on the birth of a daughter; to Mr. and Mrs, Jim Cox on the birth of a daughter; and to Mr. and Mrs. Bill Harris on the birth of a son. 0 STUDENT BURSARIES WINGHAM -• Two Wingham High School students have been awarded Dominion - Provincial bursaries. They ere Alice Laid- law, student of Grade 13, and Leslie McNeil, who is taking a home economics course at Uni- versity of Toronto. Correspondence was read from Mrs. William Johns, secretary, Elimville Institute, concerning the Children's Aid Society of Gode- rich. Members volunteering to attend this meeting were Mrs. F. Beer, Mrs. E. Norminton, Mrs. A. D. McEwen. A euchre and social evening are being planned for in the near future with pro- ceeds for the building fund. The October meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Geiger, with Mrs. Cameron assisting. The speaker will be Mrs. Paul Doig, Seaforth. BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY LEGAI. 11. T. RANCE Notary Public Division Court Clerk Division Court Office, Clinton FRANK FINGLAND, K.C. Barrister - Solicitor Notary Public Albert St. Clinton • ARTHUR E. PARRY • Commissioner, Etc., Ete. By Royal Warrant CHIROPRACTIC D. H. McINNES Chiropractic - Foot Coarection OFFICE HOURS: Hotel Clinton, Friday, 1 to 8 pan. Commercial, Seaforth, Monday 1 to 8 p.m. ACCOUNTANCY R. G. MOCANN Accountant and Auditor Phone 4763 - Albert St. - Clinton ERNEST W. HUNTER Chartered Accountant 57 Bloor St. W. Toronto ARTHUR. FRASER Income Tax Reports Bookkeeping Service, Etc. Ann Street Phone 358W EXETER DENTAL DR. D. C, 'GEDDES Dentist Lovett Block Clinton Telephone 170 Hours: 9-12 a.m.; 1.30-6 p.m. VETERINARLAN DR. G. S. ELLIOTT Veterinarian Phone 203 Clinton OPTOMETRY A. L. COLE, R.O. Optometrist Eyes Examined and Glasses Fitted GODERICH - Phone 33 RUTH HEARN. R.O. Optometrist Huron St. - Phone 69 - Clinton MEMORIALS Cemetery Memorials T. PRYDE and SON Clinton Showrooms Open Fridays See J. J. Zepfe. Phone 103 INSURANCE J. E. HOWARD BAYFIELD, Ont. Phone Clinton 624r31 Car—Fire—Life—Aceident Wind Insurance If you need Insurance, I have a Policy.. Life, Accident, Sickness, Auto- mobile, Hospitalization, Household R. L. McMILLAN, BAYFIELD Phone: Clinton 634r15 HARVEY REID BOX 941 WOLFE ST. Goderieh — Agent for — State Farm Mutual Automobile Company, Toronto 29-30-31-32-p THE McKILLOP MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY Head Office, Seaforth Officers, 1948—President, Chris.. Leonhardt, Bornholm; Vice -Presi- dent, Hugh Alexander, Walton; Manager and Secretary -treasurer, M. A. Reid, Seaforth. Directors, —. ` Chris Leonhardt, Bornholm; Hugh Alexander, Wal- ton; Sam. H. Whitmore, Seaforth; E. J. Trewartha, Clinton; Robert Archibald, Seafo ah; John H. Mc- Ewing, Blyth; Frank McGregor, Clinton; John L. Malone. Seaforth; Harvey Fuller, Goderieh , ' Agents—john E. Pepper, Bruce - field, AR, 1; Geo. A. Watt, Blyth, K.R. 1; R. S. efeKercher, Dublin, R.R. 1; J. F. Prueter, Brodhagen,. VARNA Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Wiltise, Thedford, spent Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. Lloyd. Keys and family. Moved; to Village, Mr. and Mee D. A. Galbraith have moved to the village and are comfortably settled in their little cottage. We welcome them to the village and hope they may long be spared to enjoy retired St. John's Services On Sunday, September 26, ser- vice in St. John's Anglican Church was withdrawn owing to Harvest Thanksgiving services, in Si. James,' Middleton, morning and evening. On Sunday, October 3, Harvest Thanksgiving services will be held in St. John's Angli- can Church at 11 am, and 7 p.m. Rev. L. Morgan willbe in charge of the morning service end Flt. Lt. T. Dale Jones, RCAF Station, Clinton, in the evening. • (Intended for last week) Several villagers took in the Western Fair, London, last week. Mrs. McGregor, Seaforth, visit- ed with Mrs. Hart over the week- end. Mrs, A. Reid, Seaforth, spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs.: D. A. Galbraith.. J. F. Smith spent the past week at Welton with his daughter, Mrs. Elliott and Mr. Elliott, Mr. and Mrs. A. Horner and Marylon, Exeter, were renewing acquaintances in the village Sun- day. BLYTH Fair Did Well The officers and directors of Blyth Agraiultural Society met in the Orange. Hall to hear report's of the fair held September 8 and .9,, Due to the absence of the president, S. P. Hallahen, Bailie Parrott presided. Miss Lena. Liv- ingston, secretary -treasurer, pre- sented a tentative statement of $1,625.25 receipts, and expend).- ture of $351:64. Orton Stubbs Retires Following almost 30 years of continuous service, Orton Stubbs has disposed of his mail and ex- press press equipment to George Mc - Nail. In February, 1919, Mr. Stubbs succeeded the late William John-, ston, in drawing the mail from the CPR depot and at that time the CNR as well as they made their twice-daily runs through the village. During the war years, however, the branch of the CNA from Clinton to Wingham was closed and the rails torn uel. In all those years ,of, service, Mr. Stubbs cannot recall having missed a train. It was not until 1941 that he assumed the ex- press as well. Mr. Stubbs has retired owing to i11 health end has entered a London hospital for treatment, Mr. McNeil, his successor, handled the express for 11 years previous to his enlistment in the armed forces. ................. Bargians! Bargians! t, g MEN'S WINTER OVERCOATS, Reg. 29.50, Sp. $12.95 ALL KINDS OF DRESS PANTS, less than HALF PRICE ,> LEATHERETTE LINED JACKETS ea. 4.95 HEAVY PLAID SHIRTS ea, 2.95 AIR FORCE MUFFS ea. .25 , ARMY RAINCOATS ea. 1.25 MEN'S OVERALLS pr. 2.75 LINED SMOCKS ea. .98 and 1.95 ' ALL WOOL WORK SOCKS pr. .49 ' DRESS SOCKS pr. .25 ARMY ONE -FINGER MITTS, wool lined ea. .98 ARMY MITTS, double lined pr. .75 BOYS' Long -Sleeved SWEATERS, sizes 22-26, ea. .49 GIRLS' SWEATERS ea. .25 MEN'S FLYING SUITS ea. 3.95 LADIES' ALL WOOL CARDIGANS ea. 1.49 LADIES' All Wool CARDIGANS, sizes 40-48, ea. 1.49 LADIES' PULLOVERS ea. 1,49 ALL WOOL JACKETS, wool lined ea. 98 CLOSED MON. - TUE. OCT. 4 - 5 for our holidays Clinton War Assets Surplus BOX 428 Clinton, Ont. ..elellPHONE 460-W .1!'MIWN+MNJ.MI�NMlMI/J+W 4,1..M O IMW`M/ Seed Growers Highest Cash Prices paid for: RED CLOVER, TIMOTHY, ALFALFA For information regarding prices,. bags, and picking up, call H. Connell at 44M Seaforth, or our plant at Crediton, telephone 3W. Zwicker Seed Co. Limited CREDITON ONTARIO 40-1-2-3-4-b WIN A FREE TRIP TO BRITISH- ISLES Open to Winners of "Esso" Classes at O.P.A. Branch Matches AGAIN THIS YEAR, Imperial Oil Limited offers a grand prize of a free trip to the British Isles to each' of the two top men in the "Esso Champions" Tractor Class at the International Plowing Match at Lindsay on October 15th. The "Esso ,Champions" Class is open to winners of "Eiso Champions Special" classes at O.P.A. branch matches. Don't fail. to enter this class at your local county match. You may be one of the "lucky two." Get full particulars from the secretary of your county branch of the Ontario Plowmen's Association. NOTE: Winners of Esso classes at O.P.A. branch matches hold last fall, after the 1947 international match, are eligible for the "Esso Champions" class on October lith. IMPERIAL.. OIL LIMITED Farm .Division