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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1947-01-23, Page 64 of SIX .ter�sti� Items NZ ci" OF F I E L D' Representative: AMISS LUCY R. WOODS Pfuon° OLINTOIsl 631r81 HAYFIELD 'I love you, friendly'Bayfiekl, Your quiet lanes and trees, And the little gardens here and there, With fragrance en the breeze. I love you, Bayfield River, Where little tug -boats sleep; Then hurry out at early dawn, A fishes tryst to keep. S love your springtime blossoms, Your happy summer smile; When with healing in your tresses, You every heart beguile. T love your cheery firesides, Your generous spot o' tea; And the genial - homey - village folk, - That warm the heart o' me. I love you, dear Lake Huron, Your swirling• skirts of blue; And your evening dress of golden • sheen, The sun bestows on you. I love your gentle hillsides, 'Wdth autumn full in bloom; When gipsy colors gaily spill From Jack Frost's silver shoo:. T love the Sacred Garden, Where loved ones are at rest; This ,Sacred place—"God's Acre," Benign and ever blessed, I love you altogether— Dear spot on Huron's shore; • May God keep watch, protect, and bless you, Now and evermore. --(MARGARET RI1YNAS John 10 IVlaoLeod who has been fishing at Erieau returned home last week. . Stuart Sturgeon, Waterloo, spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Ed. '.Sturgeon. Miss Milvena Sturgeon, London, visited her parentis, Mr. and Mrs. Byrd Sturgeon, over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. 11, 11. Middleton and baby, visited Mrs Middleton's moth- er, Mrs. N. W. Woods, on Sunday. •George W. Wyatt, Huron College, conducted the service in Trinity Church and throughout the parish on' Sunday, __.Donald McLeod returned to the village last -week after having spent New Year's with his mother and sisters in Detroit. Miss Jacqueline Parker and Keith Press, London, spent the weekend with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Parker. ,Me.. and Mrs. G. D. MaeLeaui left on Monday to visit hi the United States before taking a trip to Van= waver, B.C. Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Elliott and GI son, Niagara Falls, arrived on Mon- day, to visit their father at the home rorri l Cd INT011 N ?WS,RECOIbD fl-1tYSDAY„ JAiNTUA,RY 28, 194 of Mr: and Mrs. Charles Bell. pupils of the Junior Room h Bay- field Public, School hada holiday from Wednesday until Friday of last week owing to the illness of their teacher,: Mrs. William 10. Parker, who, we are glad to report, was able to be back in her classroom on Monday. Trinity. W.A. Meets The W.A. of Trinity Church 'suet at the home of Mrs. N. W. Woods on Thursday last. Mrs. E. Heard, presided and conducted the opening_ exercises Mrs. George King read the Scripture. The annual reports of the secretary and .treasurer were read. The same officers are carry- ing on for 1947 and are as follows: President, .Mrs. )J. Heard; vice-presi- dent, Mrs. George King; secretary,. Mrs. le. Larson; treasurer-, Miss Lucy Woods and Doroas secretary, Mrs. F. W. Baker. Library Anneal The annual meeting of the Bwyf- field Library .Asocietion was held in the .Library on Monday afternoon, The president, Mrs. T. G. Bailey, was in the'chair. The secretary -treasurer's report showed a balance on hand of $170. Besides the County and Pro- vincial grants, the village gave a grant of $50 last year. The sum of $23.67 was spent on new books. The Librarian's report showed the circula- tion from our ownshelves to have been: Fiction, 2,103; junior fiction, 483; classed boovs, 396; total, 2,982. The circulation from the County Travelling Library was: Fiction, 1,045; junior fiction, 274; classed books, 154; total, 1,047. The following were , returned to office for the ensuing year. Presi- dent, Mrs. - T. C. Bailey; secretary - treasurer, Mrs. William F.. Metcalf; ibrarlan, Miss It k'owlie; directors— Mrs. R. L. Bassett, Mrs. R.. Scotch - mer, Mrs. Lloyd Scotehmer, Miss J. Stirling. Mrs. C. Knuckey was ,elected to fill the vacancy caused by the retireinent of Mrs. William Ferg- uson from the Board of Directors. The book selection conmitte is meeting in the near future to choose a number of new books to restock the shelves. HERE IT IS, GIRLS! Your Chance To Join The Happy Family Who Work At Clinton Knitting Company Ltd. Apply for Particulars To the Superintendent SKATING TUESDAY THURSDAY 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. SATURDAY 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. 8 p.m. to 10 pan. Watch for Official Opening Date CLINTON LIONS ARENA C, W. DRAPER FRANK FINGLAND, Sr. C. IL EPPS 8-b Telephone People Are Hard to Please No matter how good the service is, telephone people are always keen to make it better ; :. to beat their own record: We are breaking all records with our $100,000,000 programme for lines, switchboards and buildings, But more than equipment is required — something money can't buy. That is the pride every person in the company takes in continuing to give the best service at the lowest cost. THE BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY OF CANADA ,:. PORTER'S HILL Mr. and Mrs. James Lockhart are spending a few days with their son, Glen and Mrs. Lockhart, Clinton. Sells Farm We understand Charles Young has hold his farm near Porter's Hill to Duge McDougal, possession to be had March. 1. Community Club Porter's Hill Comnnunity''Club held its January meeting at the home of Mrs. Leslie Cox on Thursday after- noon with ten ladies present. Mrs. A. Lockhart read the minutes of 'last meeting. Mrs. .Bert Harris gave the financial report. A lovelyquilt was finished, snaking seven quilts that have been completed during the year. It was shoved and seconded that these last four be offered for sale; three have already been •sold. It was also decided to hold a club party in S.S. No. 5 School on January 31, open to members and their friends, The next meeting .is to ,be held at Mrs. Bert Harlin' home February 19. A very tasty lunch was served. Couples Feted A very pleasant time was spent Friday evening by the community in S.S. No. 5 ,School when friends and neighbors gathered in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Pickard, newlyweds, and Mr. and Mrs. Mather, new resi- dents in our community. The evening was spent in progressive euchre. Miss P. Wilding was high Iady, while Bert Harris was high gent, Mrs. R. Tor- rance and Frank Yeo getting the con- solation prizes. Before lunch the two couples were called to come forward, while Mfrs. Jim Cox, on behalf of those present, read an address of welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Mather. Ray Cox presented them with a two-way lamp. Mrs. Ray Cox then read a humorous ad- dress for the bride and 'groom, and Jim Cox presented them with a table and bookends. Both gentlemen re- plied very fittingly ,tlranking., all for their many good wishes. Lunch was served, and all received a piece of bride's cake. GODERICH TOWNSHIP Mr. and Mrs. ltd. Boyer visited with Mr. and Mrs. David Stephenson on Friday. Miss Olive Johnson spent the week- end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Foote. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Welsh spent Friday with Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Johnson, Holmesville, Mrs. Oliver Welsh left on Satur- day to spend a few days with her daughter, Miss Helen Welsh, Lon- don. • HENSALL Mr. and, Mrs. James A. Paterson, Miss Cassie Dougall, visited with friend in Listowel on Sunday. Condition Improved Jimmy Orr, son of Mr. and Mrs. 1t. A. Orr, who has been very sick in St. Joseph's Hospital, London, is im- proving nicely and expects to return. home this week. Congregational Meeting The annual congregational meeting of I ensell United Church will be held in the church sehoolroom Wed- nesday, January 29, A pot -luck, in charge of the Woman's Association, will be served at 6.30 p.m. Choir Entertained Mes. Malcolm Dougall • entertained the choir of Carmel Presbyterian Church to a delightful evening at her hone. Friday evening, January 17. Gaines and contests were enjoyed, and 'delicious refreshments served.1 Y.P.S:- Officers I The Young People's Society of Carmel Presbyterian Church held their meeting in the ehureh school-' room with Miss Margaret MacGreg- or in the chair. Rev. P. A. Ferguson presided for the election of officers which resulted as follows: Honorary President, Rev. P. A. Ferguson; presi- dent, C. Kennedy; vice-president, Miss Audrey Campbell;. secretary, Miss Alma Berl, assistant, Elmer Campbell; treasurer, William Brown; pianist, Mrs. C. Kennedy. Goodyear Tire Appointments F. G, WILLMOT J. M, TEMI'LCTON ye' Two appointments in the sales stall of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company of Canada, .Limited have been announced by Carl B Copper, .General Sales Manager. F. G.1 Willmot has been appointed Manager of ,Tire Sales. Mr. Willinot has had wide experience in the rubber industry, having served Goodyear in vai;hous positions for many years. In addition to his new duties, Mr. Willmot will continue to direct the Dealer Development Department. J. M. Templeton has been appointed Manager of the Service Department. Me. Templeton has been with the company a number of years, during which time he has had considerable experience ie the field'at Head Office in sales and service work. HOLMESVILLE Two Accidents The many friends of Mrs. John Cox, will. be sorry to learn that she broke her hip while on the way to church on Sunday night. Her daugh- ter, Mrs .William Jervis, had the misfortune to break her arm eon Sat- urday. ' Sunday School Annual The annual meeting of ilolrnesville United Church .Sunday School was held at the home of Mrs. Walters on January 17. Rev. C. P. 'Tavener con- ducted the business. The election of officers was held and the following elected: President, Albert Bond; vice-. president, Elmer Potter; assistants, Kenneth'Trewartha, Frank Yeo, Nor- man Trewartha and Barry Walter; secretary, Barry Walter; treasurer, Kenneth Trewartha; Missionary, Reta Yeo; Tempekance, Mrs. Norman, Mrs. E. J. Trewartha, Mrs. A. E. Bond, Mrs. N. Heard, Mrs. Walter; teachers: Mrs. E. Potter, Mrs. N. Heard, Mrs. Walter and Mrs, C. P. Tavener, BLYTH Newlyweds Honored A large number of friends and neighbors met Monday evening in Memorial Hall to honor Edmund Clark (Ted) Pollard and his bride, formerly Mildred Jean Christie, Tees - water. New acrd old time dancing was enjoyed with William Brown, master of ceremonies. Mr. and Mrs. Pollard were the recipients of a purse of money, Live Wire Farm Forum The Live Wire Farm Forum of the 13th concession of Hullett met Monday evening at the home of Clar- ence Crawford, Ditt'eussions :were held on numerous problems and sit- uations in a farmer's busy life after which a contest and games were en. joyed. 'The next forum will meet at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lyon. AUBURN Dr. B. C. Weir has purchased a new car. :Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Riley, Kin - burn, are occupying part of George Raithby's house. Miss Leta Yungblut, Goderich, spent a couple of days with Mrs. George Yungblut and Arthur Yung- hlut. Mrs.' Charlie Scott is 'visiting her brother. James Henry, Galt, who suf- fered a badly fractured foot last week. No School Wednesday Owing to the stol'my weather there was no school on Wednesday. Home From Hospital Mrs. Thomas Haggitt, who under- went, an operation in Alexandra Hos- pital, Goderich, was able to return home last Friday. Evangelical Services Evangelical services are being .held in the Baptist Ohureh this week. Thed are being conducted by Rev. John Lucas and Madame H. L. Jones, Toronto. Patient in Hospital Mrs. Warmer Andrews is a patient in Alexandra Hospital, Goderich, where she underwent an operation. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Bradnock, Miss Dolores Beadle, Gordon Beadle and Gordon Miller, spent the week- end with Mae and Mrs. Elmer Keller and Lucille, Woodstock. Auburn W.I. Mrs. James Woods presided for the Wemeu's Institute meeting, which was held in Foresters' Hall on Tues- day afternoon. Despite the stormy day there was a fair attendance: :Meeting opened with the "Ode" with Mrs. R. J. Phillips at the piano. The Lord's Prayer was repeated in unison. Letters of thanks were read from Mr. and Mrs. Harry Armstrong and fancily and Mrs. James Woods for cards of sympathy' received. It was decided to Bold; -thelSiunshine Sisters banquet in April. , 1VIrs. Fred Toll ,reviewed Current Events. ,Ai reading was given by MVbrs. Bert Craig The topic "Citizen- ship" was ably given by Mrs. Gordon Taylor. The roll call was responded to by "A New Year's Resolution." Tickets were sold on a prize donated by Miss Norma Deer, and was .won by Mrs.: Fred Ross. Meeting closed with. National Anthem. Refreshments: were served ,by Mrs. C. M. Straughan, Mrs. E'e Phillips, Mrs, ' George Hamil- ton, Mrs, W. Bradnock. g BRUCEFIELD Mr. and Mrs. 0. Jehneon and fam- ily spent Sunday in Belgxave. Miss Geneveive Smith and friend, Stratford, spent :Sunday with friends here. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bonthron, Hen- son, visited Mr. C. D. Simpson on Sunday, Misses Mary McCully and Hazel Dilling spent a couple of days in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. George Hanly, Lon- don, Spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Ross Scott. Rev. and Mrs. E. R. Stanway spent a few days last week in Toronto. Mrs. John Grainger spent Saturday with her daughter in Goderich. Mrs. H. F. Berry entertained mem- bers of her group on Monday evening, Mr. and Mrs. J Fitzpatrick spent Sunday with friends at Kingsbridge. . Undergoes Operation The many friends of Mary McCully will be sorry to hear that she is in Seaforth Memorial Hospital where she underwent a serious operation on Monday morning. We hope she will soon be home and much improved in health. VARNA Varna WMS Meets The January meeting of the WiMIS of Varna United 'Church was held at the home of Ma's. Alex Webster. Mrs, George Reid, leader of the group in charge, :conducted the ewer - ship -service frons: The 1Vlissionary Monthly. The hymns, "Come, let us sing of ,a.wonderful love" and `Stand up, and bless the Lord". were. eung. Mrs. Bob Taylor, Ma's, W. Stephen- son and Mrs. B. Keys each read a passage of ,scripture. The hymn, "In Christ there is no East or West" was sung. The president, Mrs. Lee McConnell, took charge of the business and spoke a few words for iihe opening year. Mrs. Will Reid, a life member of the Varma 'Society who eecently nnoved to Brucefield, was present and was call- ed on for a few words. An address was read by ,Mrs. Will Stephenson and. Mrs, W. Johnston presented Mrs. Reid with a bedroom lamp on behalf of the society. Mrs, Reid expressed her thanks. The roll call was answered bol a New Year's thought. The treasurer ents STANLEY TOWNS.IIIP Fractures Arm Mrs, Elizabeth Price had the noir. fortune to fall at her home .last. Thursday afternoon, fracturing ,her left arm rather badly. Mrs: Price was just returning to the house from placing money in. the bread box when,. she •slipped on the ice and fell. Her arm 'was broken in three places; Dr. E. A. McMaster, Seaforth, was the attending physicians reported the allocation was reached; and exceeded.' Mrs. J. R'athwell, now staying in Seaforth, sent her , thanks for. her Christmas motto. Rachel Johnston was appointed convener of the lunch committee. It was decided to continue the birthday fund. Miss Hern read' three stories on India with Mrs. Belle Taylor and. Mes. Anson Coleman each giving sec- tions of the study book. Miss Hern offered prayer for all missionaries in India. The meeting'was closed by singing "Christ for the World we sing" and the Benediction. A social. hour was spent, LA IL NOTICE TO RATEPAYERS OF GODERICH TOWNSHIP: THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, ACT The Tax Rate for Educational Purposes for the year 1946 in the Corporation of the Township of Goderich has been reduced by reason of an amount payable as Legislative Grants for Educational Pfurposes and estilnated at $11,199.19. R. G, THOMPSON, Clerk. 4-b $4fl1( (ZECTRICITY/ Acute shortage Continues in Southern Ontario With the critical shortage of power continuing in Southern Ontario, it is most—necessary that everyone co-operate in saving electricity. The need is urgent. It affects the welfare of everyone. Do your part by saving electricity by every means at your command THE DAILY PERIOD DURING WHICH SAVINGS SHOULD BE EFFECTED IS BETWEEN 8 A.M. AND 8 P.M., AND CONDITIONS ARE PARTICULARLY ACUTE BETWEEN 4 P.M. AND 7 .P.M. MERE ARE SOME OF THE WAYS. YOU CAN DELA /N THE HOME Turn off lights when not required. Use the minimum number of lights in the living -room, consistent with good vision: Use electrically heated water sparingly and check leaking hot water taps: Do, not use range elements on "high" when 'a lower heat will serve, and turn off all elements as soon as possible. Cook oven meals as often as possible and avoid the unnecessary use of surface elements. Turnoff verandah and other outside lights. Turn off all small appliances as soon as possible. Do not use electric air heaters and grates. IN STORES AND OFFICES Eliminate the use of electricity for signs and store windows from 8 a.m.; to 8 par Turn off all lights when not required. : Use electrically heated water sparingly and check leaking hot water taps; Do not use electric air heaters. NN INDUSTRIES Switch from day to night operations wherever practicable: Tum off factory and office lights when not needed. Turn off motor -driven machines when not required and effect other savings wherever possible. Avoid the use of all non-essential outdoor lighting. Do not use electric space heaters. THE HYDRO -ELECTRIC POWER COMMISSION OF ONTARIO