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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 1945-11-29, Page 6PAGE' SIX THURSDAY,"' NOVEMBER 29,':'.1945, NEWS OF DAYFIELD Representative: MISSLIUCY R. WOODS Phone ;CLINTON 631x31 John R. MacLeod left.' on Friday to fishat Erieau. spending Mrs, Charles Berry is sp gthis week in London. Mrs. J. p e p A f tlbeck is -a ending this week in Kitchener. ng a McEwen is spending Mns: ,.Fred. M p few days 'this week in Clinton. Miss Elizabeth Reid is visiting friends in Toronto for a fortnight, Pte. Ellen MacKay, CWAC, Lon- don, was horne over. the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Jowett left on Tuesdpy,to spend the winter months in Kitchener. LeRoy Poth has taken a position with an electrical firm in Kitchener for the winter. Mrs. William Howard and Mrs. M. 'Wallace, visited relatives in Toronto over the weekend. George Little returned last week ( from a hunting, trip to Pointe eu Baril. He bagged a deer. Clarence Larson and. Miss Jacque- line Parker, London, spent the week- end at their respective homes in the ' village. Miss Donna Barber and Ronald Burt, London, visited their grand- parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Baker, over the weekend. Harold Scotchmer, Toronto, spent a couple of days last week with his father, Robert Scotchmer, while deer hunting in the vicinity. Glen Agssman and Stanley Thome,.' son, Blenheim, were in the village last week deer hunting in this local- ity. The latter got his "bag." Mrs. T. B. Mullen and Miss Anne Drouin, Detroit, Mich., spent the Am- erican Thanksgiving and weekend at he latter's cottage in the village. THERE IS NO OTHER TOBACCO CHUM FOR. PIPE OR -. ROLLING YOUR OWN R" They were accompanied by Mrs, M. Wallace, Detroit, who visited. with her, mother, •, Mrs. William Howard,, who is occupying Mrs. Adam Boyd s cottage on. Keith Crescent. Mr; ,and, Mrs.'Fred Ritchie came on' Tuesday to visit the latter's par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. George King. They will return to their home in Elmvale on, Saturday. Pte. Stuart Allemang, (Essex ';Scot- tish Regiment), returned to his home at Bridgeport, on Monday after. spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Sturgeon and family. Mr. and Mrs. John Torranceenter- tained over the weekend in honor of their cousins, Mrs. W. Charles and Mrs. W. Downing,. Vancouver, B.C., who have been visiting with them and Miss Williams. • Bagged (heir Deer Hunters who bagged deer in this locality towards the end of the week included: Merton Merner, Dee Stanley Heard, Lloyd Scotchmer, William McDool, Ronald Burt, Harold Scotch - mer, John Howard, Harry Baker, Douglas Gemeinhardt. Sings Church Solo Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Rehn returned to Detroit on Sunday, afte • having spent the American Thanksgiving with the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. David 'newel:. Mr. Rahn sang "Open the Gates of the Temple,?'at the service in St. Andrew's United Church on Sunday morning. Girls' Auxiliary Formed Mrs. M. R. Tuckey, London, secre tary of the Girls' Auxiliary for the Diocese of Huron, on Friday evening, November 23, visited at the Anglican Church Rectory where she organized the Bayfield -Middleton Girls' Auxil- iary.« The following officers were elected and plans were made for an organization meeting in the form of a social evening on Tuesday, Y, Decem- ber 4: Directors, Mrs. R. Holmes, Miss Phyllis Middleton; president, Miss Betty Heard; vice-president, Miss Lois Middleton; secretary, Miss Milvena Sturgeon; treasurer, Miss Audrey Sturgeon. EBENEZER Congratulations! Congratulations are extended to Ross 'Merrill, who• has recently been taking a course a't Radio College of Canada, Toronto, in passing his ex- aminations with first class honors. PLEASE bring back those EMPTIES s The busy holiday season is almost here bringing with it additional demand. CARTONS and BOTTLES ARE SCARCE They will be urgently needed to enable us to maintain a steady flow of supplies to the consumer. Please return empties now. If you can't bring them in 'phone or write your nearest Brewers' Retail Store. THANK YOU THE BREWING INDUSTRY (Ontario) GODERICIFI TOWNSHIP` • Miss Wanda Cluff pent the week- end with her father, Robert Cluff, Miss Helen Welsh, London, sent the weekend •with her parents, Mr., and Mrs. Oliver Welsh. Mr, and Mrs. Charles Wallis were, guests on. Sunday of Mr. land Mrs. Olive Allin, Colborne. Jack McGuire attended the wedding of his niece, Mies Anna Clark, in St. Thomssi on Monday. Mr, and Mrs. John 'Ostrom and family were guests on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Ben Rathwell. Jack Stirling and friend, Miss Mary Rollison, Toronto, and Kenny Bailey of Amherstburg, are spending their holidays with' Mr. and Mrs. James R. Stirling. Mrs. Bill McGuire who has been laid up with quinsy,' is spending a week with her another, Mrs. Frank Jeffery, Goderich. Returns From Hospital Mrs. W. L. Stirling, Blue Water Highway, who underwent a serious operation in Clinton Public Hospital, returned home this week. Dance 'and'Presentation, There will be a dance and presen- tation at S. S'. No. 11 School House Friday night. Everyone will be wel- come. : Ladies please bring lunch. No Fatalities Well the barrage is over! Some deer, some cattle were shot and al- though there were some close calls with residents, fortunately there were no fatalities. Takes Position in Stratford Mr. and Mrs, F. J. Middleton, who since their discharge from the RCAF, have spent a few weeks at the home of the former's parents, have left to reside in Stratford where "Ted" has taken a position in Waldie's Hardware. Celebrate Anniversary Mr, and Mrs. Arthur Welsh enter- LONDESBORO PORTER'S HILL VARNA LONDON ROAD Jack Webster was with Grant Snell on Sunday. We, welcome Mr.. and Mrs. Will Addison to the village this week. Miss ,Phyllis Vaughan, spent the weekend in Owen Sound, with her parents. L. Govier, Mrs-: Bradock and Miss Beth Govier, Goderich, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Will Govier on Sunday. „Mr. and Mrs. Herb. Oakes, God- erich Township,' and Harry and Isobel, spent Sunday with Mr. and d1 s. George McVittie.. Mr. and Mrs. M. Pipe, Elizabeth and John, Brussels, Mr. and Mrs. P. Hall, Lueknow. were Stmday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fairservice. -Jack Rieman and Miss Marion Stewart, London, and Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stewart and Malcolm, visit- ed with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stew- art on Sunday. Mrs. Lansing, Sr., and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson and family, Aub- urn; Mr. and 'Mrs. Ed. Ball, Base Line, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Lansing. Me. and: Mrs. , .Jack Sinclair, Ann and Marie, JCipplen; Mr. and Mrs. Bill Riley, Goderich; 'Miss Fern Wat- son, London; and Mrs. Charles Wat- son, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Will Manning on Sunday. There will be a service in the Unit- ed Church, Sunday evening, at 8.15 o'clock. Gone and enjoy singing the good . old hymns. Rev. Arthur Pen- man will have •a gospel message for all. Presentation to Newlyweds Friends and neighbours of conces- sion ten, Hulled, gathered recently, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Yungblutt to honour Mr. and Mrs. Russel Good and to congratulate them on their recent marriage, Mrs. Good being the former Miss Margaret Yungblutt„ The evening was spent in progressive euchre and social chat. tained the immediate members of Following a tasty lunch. en ad - their family on Friday evening, to I dress was read by Mrs,. Elgin Jos - celebrate their 35th wedding anniver- Ping, and Donald Sprung and Leonard eery. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Yungblutt presented the newlyweds Fred Wallis and children; Mr. and with a walnut living -room table and a. wooden sandwich tray and relish dish. The address was signed by Mrs. Gladys Josling and Mrs. Beth Lansing. Russel and Margaret expressed their appreciation for the gifts. All joined in singing, "For they are Jolly Good Fellows;" Mrs. E. J. Welsh, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Welsh, .Mr. and Mrs. Merritt Nediger, Clinton, and Mr. and Mrs. Ross Savage, •Seaforth.. During the evening. Mrs. E. J. Welsh read a short address and Master Gerald Wal- lis presented Mrs, Welsh with a beautiful coral Chenille bedspread. Mr. and Mrs. W. Potter Honored A large group of relatives and friends of Mr, and 'Mrs. William Pot- ter, gathered at their home,' Huron Road, last Wednesday evening to spend a social hour with them before their departure for their new home in Lueknow. During the evening an interesting address was read by Mrs. Lorne Jervis, and on behalf of the group, J. Huller presented them with a beautiful floor lamp. The address referred to the fact that they, have spent all their days in the farming profession. living in Stanley Township, Goderich Town- ship; concession 14, and now plan to reside in Lueknow. Keen regret is felt at losing Mr. and Mrs. Potter from our midst but we know that our loss will be Luck- now's gain. . Red. Cross Meets The November meeting of S. S. No. 4, Goderich Township Unit, of the Red Cross was held at the home' of Mrs. Fred Lobb. The president, Mrs. F. Jones, presided at the meeting, which was opened by repeating the Lord's Prayer in unison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted. The treasurer's report was read. It was agreed that the present officers of the unit should remain in office for the following year, as long as Red Cross ,exists. • During the afternoon, a quilt was quilted, the materials being donated by Mrs. M. Jones and Mrs. D. Easom. A gift donated by Mrs. L. Pearson was sold by tickets; with Mrs. S. Farquhar holding the lucky ticket, Guilt patches and other sewing were distributed, also yarn for knitting. The meeting was closed by repeating the Mizpah benediction, There were thirteen members present. The next meeting' will be held at the home of Mrs. iStewart Farquhar. TUCKERSMITH SUMMERHILL Summerhill Red Cross Itirs, Bill Blacker held the Red Cross meeting of the Summerhill ladies at her hone, November 21. The vice- president, Mrs. G. Smith, took the chair in the absence. of the president. The meeting opened by singing "God Save the King," followed by the Lord's Prayer. The minutes of the last meeting were react and adopted, and the roll call answered by 16 mem- bers and three visitors. The various reports were given and business mat- tersi attended to. During the afternoon a quilt was quilted and patches sewn. A box of soap was, raffled which brought 75c. This was donated by Mrs.. Blacker and won by Mrs N East The meet Successful house'„ Warming Mr. and Mrs. Warren GiSbings entertained on Friday evening at their new home in Tuckersmith. More than 100 of their friends who, the previous week, had entertained then in Summerhill Hall, were present. Euchre comprised the former part of the evening, which was followed by a dance to Welsh drollest= with Mel Crich as floor manager.. Winners at euchre were: Ladies' high, Mrs. G. Neal; ladies' low, Mrs. L Medd; men's high. Murray Roy; men's low, .Douglas Farquhar. Mrs. Austin Harris and baby, Janet Ilene, Game 'hone Sunday from 'Clin- ton Public Hospital. Fractures Wrist Allen Betties had the misfortune to "fall while' in Clinton Friday, fracturing a bone in his wrist. Dr. J. A. A4dilon put the wrist in a cast. 'W. A. Annual The W. A. annual meeting will be held at Mrs. John Torrance's , on Thursday, December 13. An invita- tion is extended to all the ladies of the church to attend, Red Cross Meets November Redi' Cr•o - The N ss meeting was held at the home, of Mrs. Reed Torrance last Monday. A quilt was quilted and knitting and sewing given out. A. gift donated by Mrs. George Greenslade, was , won by Margaret Torrance. The December meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Ernie Townsend on Monday, December 17. Purchase Farms Mr. and MTS. Stewart Schoenhale and two children will move shortly to 'the farm which they bought from Alvin Cox. Maurice Frame has bought the Thomas Elliott farm on concession 4. Maurice expects his English bride in the spring when he will take over, We«are delighted to have both these young couples remaining with us at Porter's Hill. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Cox Honored A goodly number of friends and neighbors from P'orter's Hill gather- ed at the home of Mi, and Mrs. Alvin Cox on Friday evening to spend a social evening with them ere they left for their new home in Clinton. The evening was spent in cards and social chat, after which Alvin and Edna were asked to come for- ward. Mrs. Bert Harris read an ad- dress, and Bert Harris and . Murray McDougal presented them with a lovely pair of wool blankets and several smaller gifts. Alvin thanked all, inviting them to see them in their new home. A dainty lunch was served. BRUCEFIELD The Woman's Association will meet on Tuesday next. A good attendance is requested. The Young People's Federation will meet in Brucefield Church to- night at eight o'clock. A/B George A. Mustard and A/B Wesley Hain, are spending their leave from the Navy at their homes here. The children and teachers of the neighboring schools are busy prepar- ing for 'the annual 'Christmas trees. Miss Mary Reid Ill We are sorry that Miss Mary Reid is ill at the home of J. W. Elliott in the village. All are hoping that she will soon be well again Returns Front Hospital Mrs. Dawson's many friends will be glad to know she has returned from Seaforth Memorial Hospital, and hope for a speedy recovery from her recent illness. Returns From England Nis. and Mrs. F. Schell and son, Detroit, Mich., 'spent the American Thanksgiving with Mrs. Austin and Russel. Mr, and Mrs. Harold Elliott return- ed to Windsor on Tuesday whereathey, intend spending the winter, They were accompanied by Mrs. Mossop. Federation Annual Stanley Township Federation of Agriculture annual meeting was held in ` the Township Hall, Varna, Tues- day evening, with a good attendance. Officers were elected and motion pictures were shown, A full report is published elsewhere in this issue. Death of Mrs. G. Johnston The sudden and, unexpected news Sunday morning of the death of the late Mis. George Johnston came as a great shock to the community. Mrs. Johnston had been confined to her bed for a short time but appar- ently was no worse than usual. The funeral .which was largely at- tended was held on Tuesday from. Varna United Church of which she, was a valued member. Rev. Reba Hern was in charge of the service. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved husband and son, Gordon. An obituary account is published elsewhere in this issue. STANLEY Miss Margaret McQueen visited friends in London last week, , ,Tack Graham spent a day last week at Walkerton Christmas Fair. Mr. and Mrs. Alex H. McGillivary, Tiverton; who went to Toronto to meet their son, Ernest, who spent three years overseas, visited on Mon- day at the home of John McGregor. Home From Overseas Pte. Hubert E. Taylor, Essex Scot- tish, arrived home .last Wednesday from overseas after nearly two years. mg was ended with lunch, the col- Lieut. Hazel Usser, who has just lection bringing $2.40. I returned from England, is staying at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Haugh, in the village. We are all glad to welcome Hazel home again. Thankoffering Services Rev, Reba hlern, Varna, conducted the Women's Thankoffering Services Sunday, morning and gave an inter- esting discourse. Rev. G. F. N. At- kinson took the services in Varna United Church. Many Attend Concert There was a good attendance at the The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Earl Blake and the hostesses will be Mrs. Blake, Mrs. C. Farquhar, 'Mrs. Wes. Hoggart, and Mrs. Fred Vodden. Bayfield and Community Honour Returned Veterans VOSA -k: I Apkv'vl'bMOWAVOtriMMAt'ke } k Mk iteM TO NEW SUBSCRIBERS ! Clinton News-Reco.rd from Now Until the End of 1946 $1.50 (In Canada and Great Britain) Start now to read "The Home Paper with the News," or send it to a friend for Christmas- ri an ideal gift! (Continued from Page 1) wealth in Navy, Army and Air Force. "All of us gathered here, join in the hope that your services will long be remembered and honored. Indeed it is earnestly to be hoped that all across this country and throughout the world at, large, the cause for which you fought will remain vivid in the consciousness of the people. "On this evening the thoughts of all of us travel to those of you, who are still across the seas or elsewhere in Canada and whom we would like to have with us. Especially must we pause for a moment to remember those who will never come back and to the memory of those, who inane the greatest sacrifice that can be made, we pay our tribute in all humility and reverence, and you will agree that it is most, fitting that on this day we remember those Bayfield men who fought in a similar cause a qua•ter of a century eve; with a special thought to those of that for- mer war who gave uu their lives for the preservation of liberty. "This day you can look to the past with the satisfaction of having done a great job well and we hope that you can also look to the future with full expectation of great things to come. To everyone of you who are now returning, we extend a most hearty `Welcome Home,' and we also give you our wishes for every happi- ness in all good fortune in every- thing that you undertake in the years that stretch ahead of you." ..Mrs. Ferguson,. Mrs. D. Prentice and Mrs. Walter Westlake, Bayfield; Mrs. Len Talbot, Blue Water High- way; Mrs. .Roy Scotchmer, Bronson Line: representing the committee of the ^Bayifeld and •Community Active Service Fund, presented each with a leather hill fold containing a five dollar bill. Thanks Btpressed Those who expressed thanks and appreciation on behalf of themselves and comrades, not only for the gifts presented to them that night, but also for the parcels, cigarettes, sent; to ahem, and letters 'written by the correspondnig secretary, were: LAC Stuart Watson, LAC Fred Weston. Cpl:. frown ,' Higgins, RCAF, and Q.M.Sgt. Alfred Scotchmer. Rev. F. G. Stotesbury led' in the singing of "For. They Are Jolly Good Fellows." John I3ates inlayed for community .singing. Mrs. Brown Hig- gins delighted all present with two to HOLMESVILLE Mr. and Mrs. Will Potter have moved to their new home in Lucknow. Mrs. McDonald, Teeswater, has been visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Potter. Elected Trustee Edward Grigg has been elected trustee on the school area board. Holmesville Red Cross Holmesville Red Cross will meet Tuesday, December 4, at the home of Mrs. Stock. Mrs. MacMath's group will serve. Those visiting with LeBeau broth- ers last week were P. Gignae, G. Craig, L Cadieux, Windsor; and Jack. Arlien and Roy Matthews, St. Thomas London Road Club Meets The October meetingof London Road Club was held" at thhome of Mrs. W. Swinbank, The vice-presi- dent, Mrs. Swinbank, opened the meeting with singing of. "0 Canada" and repeating theCreed in unison. The roll call, "4 Cluistrnas .Sug-- gestion," was answered by eleven members and one visitor, The min- utes of the last meeting were read and deplared correct. The treasurer gave the report, showing a nice sum of money on hand at the end of the year. The sewing committee report- ed 12 babies dresses cut out and gave them out to members to cake home and make up. The meeting closed with God Save the King. A pot -luck supper was served and a social half hour spent. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Milton Wiltse, Dec. 13. The roll call will be a gift made out of a flour bag, to be sold among the members. ENTER. HOCKEY TEAM SEAFORTH — Seaforth Athletic Association, which held its annual meeting in the Town Hall, Monday night, is preparing to enter a hockey team, to be known as the "Seaforth Bosharts," in intermediate B hockey. Officers are: President, George R. Johnston; vice-president, Enos Bosh - art; secretary, K. J. McLean; treas- urer, R. R. Henderson; committee, Ralph McFadden, James E. Willis,' Lorne Dale, Beverly Christie. Paint Your Trees With STA -OFF EMULSION Keeps mice and rabbits from young trees. Has been tried out in this district and has given good results. CEL -d -GLASS now in stock for windows. Sold by H. CHARLESWORTH 77-78-79 .�R !erMeeeeE ;t etetOeiRRsttC'.l:Seille !Eit6lte4 iek-iktei> to teeteeemaeiemes. A Few Suggestions FOR EARLY CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS We are showing a large assortment of Chenille Bed Spreads, Mirrors, End Tables, Coffee Tables, Bathroom Hampers, Wardrobes and Unfinished Chests of Drawers. In the Hardware Dept. Colentan Lamps — Aluminum and Pyrex Ware BALL Iv ZAPFE' Dealers in Hardware and Furniture Modern Ambulance Service, Funeral Directors Store Phone 195 DOUGLAS G. BALL JOHN J. ZAPPE Phone 110 Phone 1113 � ••••,•,••. �gi,•�,asya;bati;trma`�i�,aisiba"••,�"."S.�rlt�i3:7:S9k,9tYS1`N�Iis� concert held in the church last Friday night. It consisted entirely of local talent. Everyone enjoyed the musical numbers', both vocal and instrumental, Atkinson acted as chairman. me's Orchestra played for the danc- ing which followed. Dr. Thompson Speaks Dr. F. G. Thompson, Clinton, who was to have spoken early in the evening, but who was delayed for several hours when his car skidded on the treacherous ice at the foot of the long hill and went into the ditch, arrived at lunch time. He was introduced by William L. Ferguson. After extending greetings and intro- ductory remarks on his subject, "Re habilitation," Dr. Thompson asked all to rise and a minute's silence was observed in memory of those com- rades who would not return. Briefly, he touched on the obstacles and problems which servicemen and women would meet in returning; to civilian life. He strongly advised them to take full opportunity of the wide educational program laid out for them. He warned: "You will have to learn to stand 00 your own two feet." Touching on the labour troubles of today, he advised his hearers to use a sane judgment ir. all things; to side neither with cap- italistic monopolies, nor yet adhere to strike forces which if they gain power will make • for inflation and suffering in the future. He asked ex -servicemen• to loin the Canadian Legion and play their parts in that great organization. Telegram Received The following telegram was re- ceived ` too late to be read at the gathering: Lake Geneva, Wis.. Nov. 23, 1945 Bayfield Soldiers Celebration Committee, Bayfield. Ont,, "I wish that it were possible, I wish there were some way, That I could tie in Bayfield for this special soldier's day. But since that just can't be arranged, you surely know it's true, That on this celebration night, I'lf be there in thought with you." —Gertrude Gaylard Gairdner.. It was due to Mrs. Gaiedner's ef- forts in arranging a concert that the first money far the Bayfield and Community Active Service Fund was raised: AV ,pa ,,.q vocal numleers, "I want r+ Doggie" ��g.le�:/ c�Ri'J �a e and "A Bi Brown Bear." Denonr• PLANNING for EXPANSION OF RURAL TELEPHONE SERVICE To keep step with farm progress and to extend service to more farm families, the telephone industry is working on important new devices and methods. Plans are already under way for resuming the rural telephone expaii, sion program suspended in 1940, when equipment and material became ur- gently needed for the armed forces. Surveys are being made to determine the needs and to provide the facts for carrying out plans to expand farm telephone service. The goal is to bring the telephone to the greatest possible number of farm. families.