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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1947-02-20, Page 1Seoul -1_,BoY 'ir1 Guile Week Feb. 16 - 23 aasseasteseaaeseseeessaassaai Wi'I'II WHICH IS INCORPORATED THE CLINTON NEW ERM—ESTABLISHED 1865 N!!1.ecord No. 8• -69th ' Year; Whole No. 6241 CLINTON, ONTARIO, THURSDAY;, FEBRUARY 20, 1947 Boy Scouts and arkM in G. Ralph Foster Heads Cha ! her of Commerce Members of the Omenoil of Clinton • Chamber of Commerce were elected at a well attended meeting in the Town Council Chamber Thursday evening last, and at• a subsequent meeting of these eleven, in the sante place Monday evening, the following officers were elected to guide the new organization. President, G. ,Ralph Foster, man- ager, Canada Packers Limited; vice- president, J. George llleLay, manager, Royal Bank of Canada; • secretary - treasurer, Basil 13. Pocklington, rep- resentative, Dominion Life Assuranse Company. The remaining eight members of the Chamber Council are: R. S. Atkey, publisher., Clinton NEWS - RECORD; H, Bruce Ratliff, Bart- liff Bros., bakers and confectioners; George B. Beattie, furniture dealer rarer funeral director; V, D. Falcone:, builders' supplies and coal; Robert N. Irwin, ladies' wear; H. C. Law- son, insurance; G. Rose MoEwan, books and stationery; William E. Perdue, Sutter -Perdue, hardware. lAlt its meeting Monday evening, the members of the Council, discussed bylaws and policy and will meet again next Monday evening to consider these matters further. Best Wishes A telegram, received too late for Thursday's meeting, was received from C. Gordon Cockshutt. Brant- ford, president, Canadian Chamber of Commerce: "Gratified to know Clinton business men taking initiative to organize, Canadian Chamber of Commerce stands ready to help you at all times. Impossible to obtain representative business voice hi Canada without such communities as your own, Best wishes for success." More Members Enrolled In addition to the 35 who enrolled at the first rneeting two weeks ago, the following paid the $1 enrollment fee at Thursday evening's meeting: W. Glen 'Look, restaurant; Cleve' Lobb, grocer; J. A. Sutter, merchant.; N. W. Trewartba, merchant; G. N Davies, merchant; Ross .Fitzsimon butcher; Mete/teal McAdam, contrac- tor; E. H. Epps, blacksmith; A. Garon, manager; L. E. Martin, mer- chant; C. J. Lovett, cobbler; C. H. Epps, manufacturer; P. Fingland, lawyer P. W. Andrews, . farmer; William D. Welles, garage operator; Art Groves, radio shop; H. E. Hart- ley, bowling alley; T. R. Thompson. grocer; J. E. Morgan, hydro; R. Ben- son Sutter, Harry l3artiiff, C. L. Cove Melt, A. Kirby, sign writer; L. Hraughton, welder; H. B. Bartliff, baker and confectioner; D. T. Bart - lief, baker and confectioner; Thomas Churchill, manager' Leslie Ball, auto- motive parts; George 13. Beattie, furniture; V. D. Falconer, builders' supplies. - 3, G. MoLay presided at the meet- ing and B. B. Pooklangton acted as secretary -treasurer, T. H. Hamill Speaks T. H. Hamill, Toronto, field service representative Canadian Chamber Commerce, after being introduced by the chairman, congratulated the group. "Our experience shows," he said, "that a Chamber of Commerce is one of the best ways your judge menu as business men, can be pooled for the good of a community.' He reported that the growth had been from 180 Chamhers of Commerce or Boards of Trade in Canada a year ago to 320 today, and 75 to 114 in Ontario. A few things should be kept in Mind. he stated. It gees beyond the old idea' of a. Chamber of Commerce; it is now a community -wide organiza- tion. "Anything you can take on for the benefit of Q1inton ;yi1l be of advantage to each. Mr. Hamuli emphasized a program of work, "a sehedule to today's activ- ities in the light of tomorrow's needs. You need a chart to plat your. course," he stated. The speaker outlined the various sections that' might operate. A com- mercial section would deal with mer- chants' activities and local municipal legislation, handling such matters as credit, itinerant peddlers, warehouse ing facilities and store hours,which could be threshed out in committee. t ,Asn industrial committee should as - dot local industries to enable them to expand, and also aid m getting new industries, a very. competitive field. Au agnioultural section would make Clinton a abetter place in which to do business, 'could help short courses, establish a farmer's day. A civic -section would include tourists, *arts and recreation. The member- s/nee should be wide enough to em - 'brace all sections of the community.. Met Hamill referred to the'ac- complishments of a number of Cham- bers of Commerce and Boards ef Trade, e.g., Barrie, two new indust- ries; Huntsville, winter sports; Or ilhia, farmers' banquet; Coahsane potato storage plant: Listowel, mem- oriel park: Smiths Palls, old home week; Oakville, farmers' market, street signs, industvial" exhibit of local inamafaictui "Welcome Horne" Party Returned Personnel With Public Invited With all the service personnel from Clinton and community back home again—the last one arrived 'home only a few_ days ago --the final "welcome home'' party for the Town of Clinton is scheduled to take place in the Town Hall at 8 p.m.. Thursday next, February 27, in the form of a programme and dance. The affair is being arranged by the Town Council and Welcome Home Committee, and the public are invited. It is being held in honor of all returned personnel who have returned home, either before the last gathering of a similar nature held December 27, 1945; or since that time. A feature of the evening will be . formal presentation to those who have not yet received their gifts from the town. Dr. J. W. Shaw will act as chairman. 0 F. McGregor Elected. Head McKillop.Fire The annual meeting of Mailer Mutual Hire Insurance Conupan was held on Friday, February 14, a 2 p,m., in Town hall, .Seaforth. Meeting was opened by chairman for meeting, President F. McGregor who reviewed the activities of year. Mr. McGregor stressed the matter of lasses; income from interest and that in 1947 we would come under the new Income Tax regulations. Secretary -treasurer M. A. Reid, was then called on for his report, Mr. Reid painted out that the Comp - Nice Camping, Isn't It? This may be the middle of winter, but it won't .be long until the scene shown above is re-enacted in some delightful spot near . Clinton. Here is a Lone Scout camper equipped with everything to provide a joyful sojourn. STANLEY TOWNSHIP SCHOOL AREA HIRES . `any* assets had increased by $3,547.86, s, also stating that the losses were the e -i third highest during the 14 years he lad been connected with. the Comp- any and were approximately $4,500 above average for 'same period. Sec- retary also, in reviewing losses, painted --out time the- aompanY had six minor oil fires which could have been very serious. Also cigarette fires were increasing and becoming a najor hazard. He pointed out that in the two barn fires no definite cause was known, but one could have been caused by cigarettes carelessly* thrown away. Auditor's :Report was given by E. P. Chesney. Election of three directors for a three-year term resulted. in election of J. H. McEwing, Blyth, R.R. 1; E. J. Trewartha, Clinton, 'A.R. 8; and Harvey Fuller, Goderich, R.R. 2; S. H. Whitmore, Seaforth, R.R. 3, was elected to fill vacancy of A. Broadfoot, resigned for 1947. of An unanimous vote of thanks was tendered A.. Broadfoot and A. W. Me. Ewing for their services to the Company during the years they had served as Directors. A. W. Meg -wing, in replying. expressed his apprecia tion and also outlined the progress of the company during the 12 years in which he had served as director, and in which the assets of the comp- any had increased approximately $+125,000. He else gave .tribute to the directors, agents and work of seeretary-treasurer for bringing the company to such a • high standard during that time, Meeting was then thrown open for general business and then adjourned. Following annual meeting a Board of Directors meeting was held when the following officers were elected: President, F. McGregor; vice-presi- dent, C. W. Leonhardt; secretary- troasavrer, M. A. Reid; executive committee, president, vice-president, and Mr, H. Alexander. Yorkshire Show Planned For Clinton Spring Fair the Ov azAgricultural cu @tura4 O f i ceHuron County Yorkshire Breeders ' Club held an executive meeting in Clinton, Tuesday evening with Presi- dent Alvin Betties in the chair. It was deeided to go ahead this year, as last year, with a Yorkshire show and sale in conjunction with. Clinton Spring ,Show, Thursday; June 5. • It also was agreed to sell register- ed weanling sow pigs to boys in the Swine Club early in May. 0 BOY SCOUT ISSUE Todaya issue of :CLINTON NEWS - RECORD las dedicated to Boy Scout - Girl Guide Week, February 16-23. Due to pressure on space, a number.. of items had to be left over, including a partial list of •contributions. to Can- adian Aid to 0hiria Fund and some 'rural correspondence which arzivert too late for pnblication. Fees could be tailormade' to suit local requirements, but he advised not to set, them, too .low, and suggested a minimum individual fee of 85, with multiple and sustaining memberships for larger firms. Municipal grants should be definitely, earmarked for a The Week's Weather ~.,.r4. .0.00,.~.4, High Low February 18 37 ' 9 14 39 26 15 36 25 16 29 17 17 28 2 18 29 16 19, 21, 11 Snow—,1 inch, special. job, ,84,. Hamill suggestedthe follow- ing eoanmiiittees; industrial, tourist and publicity, retail merebants, civic affairs, sports and recreation, labor relations. 'He advised avoiding petty jealousies. A Chamber of Commerce could act as .% coordinating agency in a community, as a dealing 'house, R S. Astkey reported. the ballot as submutted by the Striping Com- mittee with the meeting given this right to add names. A total of 21 names were on the ballot. The chair- man appointed Frank Ragland, Harry Henry and Douglas Baseliff as •serutineers, the first -named mak- ing the report of the election, Sixty -Dance,. Town Hall, Clinton, Friday, Mee ballots were east. R. N. Irwin Feb. 21, sponsored ley LOX. No, 710, was named' convener of the eleven Danis); 9,30 pm. to 7. am. Norman elected to the Council, they to seleeit Carnegie Orchestra, Stratford. Peps- officers from. among . themselves, lar prices. 4, 7.8-x SUPPLY TEACHER The February meeting of Stanley Township School Area Board was held in the Township Hall on Monday, February 17, with Lyle Hill presiding. It 'was moved by F. 11Ic0owan,' seconded by H. Taylor, that the Board become members of the Ontario School Trustees and .Ratepayers As . sedation. It was moved by A. Par- sons, seconded by W. McKenzie, that all accounts be paid to date. H. C. Lawson, Clinton, interviewed the .Beard in regard to, renewal oI the General Accident Assurance and Compensation Policy. These policies were also enlarged to take. in S.S. No. 6. On motion of F. 14IcCowan and W. McKenzie, the policies were renewed. The secretary was instructed to present hill for fees to S. Flewitt, for pupils attending S.S. No. 6 from September to December 1946. Mrs. Watson Webster was engaged as supply teacher, to teach at an* tine 10 any school in the ,Area, when- ever needed. It was moved by H. Taylor, sec. ended by W. McI{enzie, that the Board adjourn to meet in the Varna Hall on March 10, at 2.80 pan, p Clinton 'Teen Towners Enjoy Valentine Party Clinton 'Teen Pawners held their Valentine party hast Friday night, and according to the goodly number present, all had an excellent time. Paper hearts, numbered, were handed to the girls' as they canto while the boys were given arrows with corresponding numbers. These were later paired off for lunch part- ners. Danei.ng• occupied the bright spot of the evening, but games; such as croic- inole, checkers, darts and ping -pone, held the attention of a few on the sidelines. There were lrovelty dances, spot, elimination, tag and Paul Jones, The spot dance was won by Kat Fing- latnd and 13i11 Nediger, while Joyce. and Don Andrews captured the prize for the elimination dance. p Short Course at Belg �e ra * - g' Concludes February 28 Desppite unfavorable bIe weather ron- ditions the Short Course: at Belgian e, conducted by the Ontario Department of Agrieulture, has been proving emcessfel, with 14 girls and 18 to 20 boys enrolled. Fred VanEgmond. Clinton, is one of the latter. , Those in charge'are LeRoy G. Brown, agricultural representative for Huron County, the other mem- bers -being ,Miss Flora Durnin, Dun- gannon, and Miss Creyke, Tottenham., The Short Course will conclude February 28, marked by a banquet and dance ]n Foresters' Hall, Bel - grave, Thursday evening next, Feb- ruary 27. when T. R. Hilliard, Jr., extension fieldenan, Oii+ario Depart- ment of Agriculture, Toronto, will be the chief speaker. R0VF.TL SCOUTS TO ORGANIZE A meeting is being held at 8.15 pan, on Monday; February 24. in the Scout Ball 30, the purpose of or- ganizing a Rover. Claw. All former Rovers or Scouts oven 17 years of age are cordially invited to attend: 0 Clinton's volunteer Fire Brigacle was called out yesterday afternoon to Bert Boyes' residence, Ontarlo St. The blaze, in a rubbish head, was gniclay extinguished. Postumously:Awarded Operational Wings (By our Heinen correspondent) Mr. and Mrs. John Passmore, Hensall, have received frons Ottawa gold- •RCAF, Operational Wmge and certificate that have been postuntously awarded to • their son, F/0 Gerald .Passmore. in recognition of the gallant aer'viees in action against the enemy. Accompanying the awards is the following letter: "It is a privilege to have the opportunity ef sending yob, tae operational wings and eer+brl'leate ie recogni- tion of the gallant' service rend- ered by your son, Flying Officer Gerald Passmore; I realize there is little which may be said or done to lessen your sorrow but it is nay hope that these 'wings' indicative of operations against the enemy, Will be a treasured memento of a young life offered on the altar of freedom in de- fence of his Home and Country." --o Rev. Richard Stewart Addresses Lions Club Rev. Richard Stewart, minister efl Knox Presbyterian 'Church, Goderich, and a member of Goderich Liana Club, delivered an interesting and in- spirational address on `Christian Living" at the regular dinner meet- ing of Clinton Lions Club in St. Paul's Parish Hall Thursday even - ling last, He was introduced by Orval Lobb, and was thanked by J. A, Sutter, President C. W. Draper was chair- man of the meeting, and Alex Haddy was the winker of the draw, it being oracle by Don Ruddell. T. H. Hamill, Toronto, field service represenative, Canadian. Chamber of Commerce, spoke briefly. The Lions were served :the apeetal haggis, shipped from Scotland, at the request of Dr. J. W. Shaw, which was scheduled to have been served on Robbie Burns Night. Triplet Calves Weigh 203 Lbs. at Four Days The triplet calves :born 00 the. farm of Donald McKenzie, two miles north. of Blyth, February 11,and promptly named George, , Gorgette, and Georgina by Mr. ,M'cillanzie's family, were weighed Satunelay •morning. George tip- ped the :wales at 75 pounds, Geor- gette at 68, and Georgina at 60, leaking a total of 203 pounds. This is believed to be a record. The mother is a Holstein,, and was bought by Mr. McKenzie lest fall. COMING EVENTS Minimum Charge 50e 3c a word GLENNIE'S LUNCH PURCHASES •PART OF McKAY BLOCK Gleenie's Lunch— coanprising W Glen Cook and Frank L. Coolc, in partnership—has purchased from C M. Shearing that part of the McKay Block, Ontario St., Clinton, now oc- cupied as a barber shop by L. 3, Heard and as a restaurant by Elite Cafe. Now occupying the building on Victoria St., purchased by Ross Fitzsimons, Gilenale's Lunch will move to the new site as soon as possession can be gotten and elabar- ate remodelling completed. This block was buiit in 1892 by the late Joseph Whitehead who lived retired after an active life, as a rail- road contractor, and for a time was Clinton's mayor. It was the same Mr. Whitehead who had . a sub- contract to build part of the Buffalo- Goderich railroad, and also carried on the business of ' contractor for a number o8 years in the West. After Mr. Whitehead's death.. the block was taken oven: by W. D. Fair, and on his retirement G. Ross Mc - Bevan •purehased the stock and store formerly 'used by Mr. Fair, and C. 141. Shearing 'secured the remaining part of 'tire block. During Mr. Shearing's ownership, he has made considerable improve- ment on th'e seeped floor by fitting up several apartments. • Knox Church, Ba field:Has Splendid Yet The annual congregational meet. ing of Knox Presbyterian Church, Bayfield, was held in the church on Thursday afternoon, February 13. The minister, Rev. D. J. Lane, con - cleated a brief period ef devotion, which was followed by the usual business. A. representative gather- ing of members and adherents was present, and elected Mrs. Janes Ferguson, to act as secretary. The annual minutes of the form- er meeting brought some discussion regarding the advisability of in- creasing the fire insurance on the church. The discussion ended with a resolution unanimously carried, to raise the principal amount of in- surance to $5,000. The report of Stssion, pointed out the loss of two elders ef the church - during the year, as well as two others. Mr. Mnrdocic Ross, was honored in the eldership ;for 50 years, and lire. Samuel Houston, also had served in the same office for many years. Both itad been called to high- erreviesewrvice, during the year under The Women's Missionary Society report was given by Mrs. J. Ferguson, she reported interesting meetings, and her fit -0.116W statement indicated that the allocation made to the so- elety, had been more than raised. The General Finances were given in the treasurer's statement. Mr, William Armstrong read this report. He reported that 'after all oblige. tions had been met, there was a bal- ance, to begin a new year of $157, He also gave a summary to date, of the Peace Thankeffering corral. buttons which have been received an forwarded, and pointed out that i required a very small amount t reach the -sum expected from th congregation. It was suggested th the contribuutions of 1947 might we enable the allocation to be more that subseri,bed. IIVIr. aliechie Armstrong reporte that all the documents of value, hen by the trustees, were placed in bank box, for safekeeping•, and was commended for his action in this im portant matter. It was agreed by all present, tha suitable holders for the books o Praise and Bibles, be purchased, and that the managing board be charged with the work of attaching them on all pews of the church. The officers appointed, for the coming year resulted ''as follows: Trustees --- Archie Armstrong and George Dswar; ushers — William Arms ren rdo a t o n etl G W s ke and g, Dewar Talbot;Bo e r then o Board f Man- agers was re-eleeted; treasurer, William Armstrong; Church Officer, Lyall Davidson. After the ,business had been con- ducted, a social 'half hour was enjoy- ed; refresauments being provided by the.Iadies. "''tl` 0 Let The NEWS -RECORD quote on your next printing requirements, The Home Paper With The News, ay of Fonnier Ore Than 100 Here join in. Special Obs r..ry nce Clinton Boy Scouts, Wolf Cubs, Girl Guides and Brownies, are taking a very active interest. in the celebration of Boy Scout -Girl Guide Week, locally and throughout Canada, this week. One indication in Clinton is that they have been wearing their uniforms for the entire: week; another is, that they have been holding meetings wiit regularity; and still another is that they. have two splendid displays of uniforms, badges, accessories, and camping equipanent m the spacious windows of Bartliff Bros.' and Beattie's Stores. Church .Parade on Sunday • And the whole gang had an exciting toboggan party—Gtt�ides induct- ed—on Wednesday evening. A formal church parade will take place Sunday morning, February 23, to Clinton Baptist 'Ch:orch, "Theirs is The Future" "ThrnarkiingC1rs thesthe birthdayr(Februa" is ery122,n1857) of forted the Baden 'Powellce Gilwell, the late illustrious Founder of the Boy Scout Movement. CLINTON NEWS -RECORD has endeavoured to assist in the obseevance of Boy Scout -Girl Guide Week with special pictures, editorials, articles and congratulatory advertising in this issue. Page Six is especially noteworthy in this respect, Boy Scouts The first troop of Boy Scouts was organized in Clinton. •in 1913, but dis- banded shortly after the outbreak of the First World War. They were re- organized in 1919 under the.leader- ship of Rev. Mr. McRegn�e and grew into a very progressive group, but later disbanded due to lack of lead- ership. Several attempts were made in the next few years to oragniza troops, but the lade of leadership always was the cause of their downfall. It was not until 1929 that any semblance of a permanent group was organized. and that year a charter was issued by Provincial Yeadquarters. But it was really about 1936 that the troop showed much promise, un- der the leadership of 31. J. Schoen- hals, a strong troop was built up, and in 1937 one of the Scouts, Jack West, gained the rank of King's Scout, the first King Scout in the history of Scouting to Clanton. In 1938 a Rover Crew was organiz- ed under the leadership of Alex, Haddy, The Rovers (the older boys) organized their own Bugle Band, and at the outbreak of the Second World War, Clinton had the reputation of having the strongest and most active Scout group for many miles around, Many members of the armee voien- teered for Active Service and. A, Garon and 0. Johnson carried at bravely through the war years. The present troop is under the leadership of Saan Castle with •M. J, Sehoenbals, A. Garon and Don Venters as assist- ant scoutmasters. The troop has Eecn sponsored by the Lions Club since 1937. Some of the men behind the scenes, past and present, are: M. T. Corless, one of the first committee men in Clinton; G, i41, Courter, former chairman; F, O. Ford, committee member; Dr. R. P, Douglas, committee member; L. 3. McKnight, committee member; • 'Rev. R. M. P. Bulteel, committee member; Orval Lobb. president of. Huron District Boy Scouts Association 1946, 1947; George B. Beattie, secretary of Huron District Boy Scouts As- sociation, 1946-1947; J. A. Sutter, chairman local association 1946-1947; C. D. Connell, committee 1946-1947; Bill Jervis, 1946-1947, Some Scout Leaders Scout Leaders, past and present, are; Soe Twyford, Roy Fitzsimons. Stewart` Taylor. •Clarence Rozelll, Percy Gnnne, Alex Ruddy, Vernon t1 Franks, Charlie Johnson, Herb. Nor - t man, Gordon Cudmore, Bert Marian, o A. Douglas, F. Thorndike, Sam Castle, e M. J. Sohoenhals, A. .Duron and Don at Venton, 11 Former Scouts, include: Bill Mutch, Charlie Cook, Joe Gandier Henry Stamen, Jack Bowden, the late Bob d Gandier. George Carter, Fred Elliott, 1 Bill Hovey, Bob Middleton, Bill Grant ii Jr,, Fred Bovey, Gordon Hall, Robin Hunter, Joe Twyford, Bert Slonmau, - Ken Rorke, Jack Twyford, Jaime Rands, Ken Roberton, Dad Fulford, t. Fergus Carter, Clyde Kennedy, Clar- f enee Livermore, the late Kennet'n Carter, Barrett Taylor, John C'un- inghame, Mike Cook, Ross Carter, Hen Dugan, Fred McTaggart, Gonion Cudmore, Frank Heard, Charlie John. son, Willard Aiken, Francis Evans, Gordon Monteith: Rolfe Monteith, Frank Glancy, `Bud" Sehoenhals, Cameron Proctor, Weldon Hovey, Paul Hovey, Ernest Hovey, Ken Miller,r , Ron Scott en fo l uhrun Wee. Haddy, Bill Jr.,Counter, Zack Cook, the. late Reg. ,Jenkins, Benson Sutter, 13111 Leppington, Gordon Leppingtou, Austin Nediger, Bruce Barbliff. Doug 1 Bartiiff, Harry afelawan, Wallace teiacDonarld, Roy Churchill. Barrie tickle. Jimmy Nickle, Cordon Her man, Wayne'Rozeii, Joe Doherty, Bob Doherty, the late 13111 Draper, the late Jack Hawkins, Albert Dinette Here 'Are The Local Wolf Cub Leaders' The Wolf Cubs are an important feature o,t Boy Scout work in Clinton, and the younger boys are taking an important in Boy Scout- Gitl Guide Week, ' ABOVE, left to right, are their leaders; F'/0 T. J. 13, Robinson; Fred Thorndike, as•sdstant Club Masted Don M. Venton 'Archie Douglas. Cub Master, Rthe late Charlie Match, Prank Mutch, Harry Cochrane, the late F,lrnest Mit- tel], the late Doug. McKenzie, the late Jack hIetlyar, Hugh Hawkins, the late Keith Jenks, Jack Elliott, George Elliott, Jaok Nediger Jr„ Ed- die Elliott, Benson Corless, the late Alvin Corless, Ellwood Campbell, George Campbell Gordon Marabal.. Frank Ellwood, 'Fred Kirby, -Frank Fingalnd Jr., Bill Nediger, Cameron Maltby, Bill Chowen, Andy Hester; and many many more but the records are inoompete, The present troop is made up of: Beaver Patrol: Bili Shearing, Patrol Leader; Icon Canters second; Harris Oakes, Scoot; Bob Fines, Scout; Jack Fraser, Scout; Jack Moore, Seeut; Eagle Patrol: Bob Elliott, Patrol Leader; Jaek Cowan, Second; Don Warcl, Scout; Bob Welder, Scout; Gerald Holmes, Scout; Bill Tideswell, Scout; 13u11 Dog Patrol: Claire Maltby, Patrol Leader; Don Epps. Second; Bill Managhan, Scout; Garry Cooper, Scout; Ken Ashton, Scout; and Don Moore, Scout, Girl Guides and Brownies The lst Clinton Company of Girl Guides was started in May 1987 under the 'leadership; of Mrs. T. Morgan, Mss. S. E. Castle and 'Miss Freda Schoenhals. In July of that yea the company went to camp at Silver Birch Beach with Miss Edith Taylor as Commandant. Miss Taylor was then Captain el one of the Goderich Guide Companies and is now the Or.- tarso Provinoial secretary in Toronto. Alsothat mummer the Scouts, Guides and Cubs entered a contest sponsored by the merchants of the town and won a total of $450. Re- member the piles of junk we gathered up and stored in the rink? However for several years the organization had no financial worries. In September of 19$7 the Brownies were started under the leadership of Miss Jean Mutch (now Mrs. Ervin Jacob) and Miss Freda Schoenlaale, and have run ever since with Miss Jean Morgan, Mrs. John Harbley ani Mrs,leadeA. Matthews as successive rs. In 1938 a huge campfire was held on the Ring's birthday in the park with the four organizations present with Akela Percy Gunne as master of ceremonies. The Band led the parade to the park in their new uniforms. The Clinton Guides held their awn camp in 1938 at Burke's Beach with Mrs, S. Castle as commandant, and Mrs, Morgan, Misses Jean Mutch and Kathleen Cuninghame as assistants, In May of 1939 the Guides and Scouts went to Stratford to greet the King and Queen on the occasion of them visit to Canada, and in June another huge campfire was held in the panic. Another camp was held at Burke's Beach and was a huge sue- cess. In the fall the Ranger Company was formed with meeting rooms :above Shearing's Store. In 1940 a .Banger camp was held, also at Burke's Beach, and was very strcceseful. The Guides and Rangers attended a Guide Rally in Goderich and carried off the 'laurels, winning the knotting, signalling. first aid and cooking tests. During the war years the Guides and Brownies were run by Mrs, Hata, ley and then by Mrs. Matthews who carried on for three years all alone, In anyone could give us any hie onus iron about t :the Guide sonde companion which ran before 1937 we would bo glad to about them. Guide companyhear is underthe. Tthe leader - present ship pf Mrs. S. E. Castle, Captain, Miss Lois Connell and Mrs. O. M. Shearing, lieutenants with Catherine ringieted and Audrey Jervis as comp- any leaders. The present company is made 'up as follows: Robin Patra]: Bernice Denomme, Patrol Leader; Woodena E,pps,' :Second; Norma . Warnock, Shirley Ashton, Barbara Tighe,; Scarlet Tangers: JolAmne Oastle, Pat- rol Leader; Barbara MacDonaId, Sec- ond; Lorin Garon, Jane Hartley, Betty Woolfrep, Joyce Bailey; Blue- birds: Bambara Heesom, Patrol Lead- er; Kay Ladd, Second; Carol Glidden. Ruth Grew; Wrens: Marie Falconer, Patrol Leader; Jean McLaren, Mary Silcox, Dorothy Managhan. Former Members Spine former members of the Girl Geddes are: Helen Herman, Phyllis Herman, Helen Miller. Pearl Milder, Lucy Ellwood, Marie Ellwood, Clara Nediger, Lois Manley, Jean Mov�aan, 0,'a Grealis, Audrey Greahs, Jeers Tasker, Lois Draper, Mildred Heard, JoAnne Ouninghame. Audrey Scate (•Contineted on Page Four) AILS FCR MAY 1 Maybe a' Useful Art , "Well, John, one boy writes that Saturday he threw the hammer a hundred feet. What on earth will they do next in college?" "Now. don't be too hasty. Maybe they have a class in bers-raising or; something like that;"'