HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1933-02-09, Page 1Who News -Record Est. ,1878 WITH WHICH IS INCORPORATED THE CLINTON NEW ERA NO. 5309 -54th YEAR CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, FE RUARY 9, 1933 The New Era Est. 18(18- THE. HOME PAPER Vlock3 ---1 Vetch*I . . are accurate timekeepers for homes. Plug into an ordin- ary alternating current outlet, and the clock will operate silently andd accurately for only a few cents year.a ELECTRIC CLOCKS have no springs, to be wound, no escap- ments to get out 'of order and require no regulating. Just connect the clock and set the hands. Our prices range from $5.50 upward. II W . Lei1qar Headquarters for Watch and Jewelery Repairs Jeweler and Optometrist Phone 174w and 174j I A BIG PPINT EVENT Following our Special Sales of the last few weeks we will furth- er pep up business with a GIGANTIC SALE OF PRINTS A number of entirely new pat- terns have been purchased for this occasion. Guaranteed absolutely fast colors Regular 25c value on Sale 19c Regular 2k value for 15c BLEACHED WABASSO SHEETING 72 inches wide at 55c a yard Any sheeting purchased during the next week's time will be hem- med free of charge. 9S " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " Town Council Re -Appoints Town Officers at Monday's Meeting SUGGESTION TO CUT SALARIES MEETS NO RESPONSE. ITY SEEM TO THINK SALARIES ALREADY LOW. The town council held its regular meeting on Monday evening, all members present, Reeve. Trewartha in the chair. After the clerk had read the min. utes of the last two meetings and before proceeding with the routine business Mayor Trewartha congratu- lated the newly -elected members, Councillor Holmes and Walker, upon their election. .Councillor Holmes was a' former useful member of eopneil and Coundillor Walker gave promise of being a good member. He looked forward to a successful year. He also congratulated Reeve Elliott on his appointment to the chairmanship of the County Good Roads Commission, a position next to that of the warden, he declared. and one which no Clinton reeve had pre- viously held. He thought it was a personal tribute to the individual .and a compliment to the town. A letter was read from the Tele- phone Company asking permission to place two new poles on Kirk street west. On motion of Council - hors Livermore and Cook this was granted, the street committee to oversee the work. Councillor Fan- nies expressed the hope that the committee would see that no trees were destroyed: , but Councillor Liv- ermore said much more care was used in saving trees than war cm:tomary years ago and that he' would look after them. The Ontario 'Good Roads Associa ti - on wrote asking that the munici- pality be represented at the coming convention in Toronto, Feb. 22.23, a, banquet to be held bio the 23rd. The ' asss MAJOR - fee is $10. On motion of Councillors Holmes and Paisley this was filed. The Salvation Army wrote asking for a grant for their rescue work On motion of Couneillrs Paisley and Inkley this was laid over until nest' meeting, when grants will be consid. ,eyed. The Kitchener City Clerk wrote giving copy of resolution asking that the government be asked to amend Municipal Act so that a candidate for public office must 'be rated eith- er n in his own nor, his wife's name foil property or income not less than $500. On motion of Councillors Hol- mes and Livermore this was concur- red in. A communication from the Muni- cipal Association suggested that this municipality become a member at a fee of $25.00, - and a representative be•sent to the annual convention. On motion of Reeve Elliott and Coun- cillor Inkley this was filed. Mayor Trewartha mentioned the feet' that two deputations had wait- ed on the council in committee, one from the Boys' Band asking for the use of the town hall for a couple of week -night concerts and the' Kiltie for the giving of sonic Sunday evening concerts. Also the Kiltie Band asked for a grant of $300 for. annual summer band concerts and for $300 toward a new band stand. On suction of Councillor Holmes ane Inkley it was decided to leave the matter of grants over for further consideration. Councillor Walker introduced a motion asking Chief Stong and Supt. McEwan to accept a reduction of seven per cent. and 'all other town officials 'a reduction of five; Per cent in salaries, the money thus saved to be used to provide work for citizens who have no' work. IIs thought the schools were watching to see what the council would do in regard to cutting salaries and would be influenced by any action taken. He said the relief organizations in town were facing depleted treasuries and that something would have to be done for those who were unemploy- ed. Councillors Holmes and Inkley in- troduced another motion to leave the salaries of town employees the same as last year, Councillor Holmes speaking at some length to his mo- tion. He said he had listened tc Councillor Walker's plea and that TIC one would be better pleased than he to see everyone who wanted work employed. But he did not think it fair to make improvements and ask the town employees to pay for them, He considered that Clinton had a good lot of employees, the clerk, the chief of police, the cemetery super- intendent, all town officials were doing good work and none were ow erpaid, If work had to be provided for unemployed all the town should pay far it. Councillor Livermore also spoke to this motion. :He said he had inter- viewed several citizens and only twr or three he had spoken to had fav- ored a cut in town officials' salaries. These salaries were 'ridiculously small when salaries were high and were not largo now, that sonic had been out, Councillor Walker also spoke a- gain. He said what he wanted war that any saving made should go into the pockets of working men. Con- ditions in some homes, he said, nigh' surprise some members of the coun- cil, When the vote was called for Councillor Walker asked for the yeas and nays, only he voting against the Holmes-Inkley motion. Bylaw No. 3 for 1933, appointing the following fire company, was read three times and passed: L. Oreo, chief, salary of $40.00. H. Fremlin, assistant, $35.00. Lieut., F. Dixon, $30,00. Sec. -Treasurer, C. Draper. $10.00. Engineer, Geo, Haply, $50.00. A. F. Cudmore, T. H. Cook, J. B. Cook, M. Schoenhals. G. Lawson, G. Haply, G. Evans, . W. Mutch, E. Crich, G. Reihl, A. Inkley, Jr. $25.00 each. Bylaw No. 4 for 1933, to appoint certain officers, from Feb, 10th 1933, to Feb. 10di, 1934, or until others are appointed was also passed: Clerk and, Treasurer: R. E. Man- ning, $700. L. Stong, Chief of Police: $850. L. Stone-, Tax Colleteor: $100. E. Grealis, night watchman: $700. M. McEwan, Cemetery Supt.: $1000 A. Fulford, Dry Earth Closet, per month, $65.00. Dr. Shaw, M. LB.: $150. Guy hicks, Engineer: fees. E. Grealis, wenghmaster: fees. Bylaw No. 5, t0 amend Bylaw No, 5, 1982, was also passed. This pro- vided for the levying of an ascend ing rate on all overdue taxes at one percent. per menth until it reached the sum of five percent. This in- stead of collectin cent, as soon as t g the whole five per he tax became over due. 'Bylaw No. 2, 1933, also had to be amended. This was a bylaw auth- orizing the mayor and treasurer to borrow money from the bank for current expenses. The bank was not wiling•to accept the terms formerly considered acceptable and the coun- cil had to give a stricter undertak- ing, according to terms laid down by the bank. Chairman Cook of the park cons- nittee said the committee was plan- ning some work for the coining spring and would welcome sugges- tions regarding same. Chairman Livermore said he was feeling the responsibility of his position as head of the street coin. mittee but would do his best. Reeve Elliott said he thought the choice of street chairman was a good one and that the council should strengthen his hands in every way possible, Said he would do all he could and thought the work started should be continued. The portable crusher belonging to the county could be procured when needed, he thought. Mayor Trewartha thought it a good plan to use the portable crush- er as local men could be employed to operate it. On motion of Councillors Paisley and Livermore . the wage rate was fixed at 25c per hour for men and $5 for man and team. Councillor Holmes suggested that residents along, streets where new surfacing was being done should be (Continued on page 4) ENTERTAINED COUNCIL MaMayor N y N. W. and Mrs. Trewartha' entertained the members of the town council and town officials to an oyster supper', with various ether good things, -after the council meet- ing .on 'Monday evening. A very pleasant social time was spent, mat/ ters pertaining to roadbuilding, etc., not being included in the conversa- tion. C. C. I. LITERARY A debate was the feature of an interesting program at the Cone,giate Literary last week, "Resolved that the city is more dependent upon the country than the country is upon the city." The affirmative was up- held by Gerald Holmes and Kenneth Elliott and the negative by Brentor Hellyar and Bernice Seeds. The judges, Miss Buydone, Miss Kitchen and Miss Bertram, gave their decis- ion in favor of the affirmative. The second form presented:a well-prepar- ed dramatic farce, and Melville Sny- der, editor of "The Broadcaster," read his product, which was appre- ciated. Among other items were a piano solo by Helen Rumball and a club drill under the direction of Miss Depew. AMONG THE CHURCHES Wesley -Willis United Curch The minister's morning sermon subject: "The Real Values of Life." Evening: The Beatitudes continued: "The Mourners." Presbyterian Church Public worship at eleven o'clock Sunday morning. The Ladies' Auxiliary will meet at the home of Mrs. M. D. McTaggart Tuesday evening, Feb. 14th, at 8 o'- clock. Ontario Street United Church Sunday morning sermon subject: "Follow Me." Evening: "Sight to the Blind Man." The annual congregational meet- ing was held Wednesday night of last week with a good attendance. The pastor, Rev. F. G. Farrill, pre- sided. The Baby Band report, given by Mrs. A. M. Knight, showed a membership of thirty-eight and six life members and their contributions far missions, $10.50. Mrs. George Murdoch gave the report of the Mis- sion Band, which raised $34. The Y. P. L. has a membership of fifty- one. Their activities included inter- society /competitions, debates, 'etc. and a contribution to missions of 875 with a balance of $60 in the treasury. The C. G. I. T. group activities were renorted by Mrs. Pockett. The so- ciety was but recently organized. the first meeting having been held in October, 1932. The group mem- bership is now 24. The Sunday School renort, given by H. S. Turner, shows the 'organiza- tion in a thriving condition. With a membership of 152 the average at- tendance is 120. The, receipts for the year totaled $800.18 for local purposes and expenditrues $25559. leaving a balance of $44.29. They contributed to missions $150. The Girls' Club report made by the treasurer, Mrs. Farnham, showed to- tal receipts of $86.89; expenditure. $50.85, with a balance of $36.04. The W.M.S. report showed much work done, 'clothing sent to needy localities, etc. The society raised for missions, $578.50. Mrs. W. Stevens and Mrs. W. M. Aiken gave the re- ports. The Women's Association has a paid-up membership of seventy and much useful work has marked the year. They raised $381.26 and ex- pended $361.12. W. M. Aiken, treasurer, presentee the financial report, showing total receipts for local purposes $4.188.95. Total expenditures $3,520.16, leaving the substantial balance on hand of 5668.79. For the M. and M. fund the church raised $1,468.43. The eld- ers elected were: W. Walker, C. S. Hawke, R. J. Miller, Frank Powell, Robert Pearson, George Shipley, M. Wiltse. Roy Tyndall, W. S. R. Hol- mes and Ralph Tiplady. Stewards W. J. Plumsteel, Dr. Thompson, Chas. Elliott, Leonard McKnight, Geo, Mur- doch, W. J. Miller, Bert Gibbings Thos. Hardy, Clarence Potter and J. W. Manning. The regular meeting of the C. G. I. T. was held Wednesday after- noon, with the president, Sadie Eli Nott in the chair, at the home of Mrs. Poekett. After singing` "Fol- low the Gleam," the minutes were adopted as read. This was followed by 'a discussion regarding the Val, entine Social. Gertrude Reid, the Missionary convenor then , took charge. A reading entitled, "Rev Olcus Bacon" was ,given by Pearl Swan. The snaking of a hospital bed was demonstrated by Mrs. 0. H Rands, This talk proved very bene- ficial and every girl was given tit - chance to display her ability Mrs. Pockett then served popcorn balls and a very enjoyable socia" hour was spent. ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED Mrs. Alexander D. Beaton an- nounces the engagement of her dau- ghter, Alice Louise, to Mr. Oliver Dur- kin, of the late Mr. and Mrs, William Durkin of Waldemar, Ontar- io the marriage to take place quietly this month. BLACK CHAPTER ANNUAL The Huron County Black Chapter met in Clinton on Friday evening last, Feb. 3rd, with a good atten- dance. Routine business was trans- acted and the following officer:, elected: " County Master: W. J. McLeod, Bayfield. Deputy; J. P. Rapson, Londesboeo. Chaplain: C. C. Pilgrim, Varna. Registrar: H. M. Hanly, Clinton, Treasurer: J. B. Rathwell, Clinton, Lecturers: 1st L. Ruddy, Auburn; 2nd, G. Cornish, Clinton. Censors: D. Sproul, Goderich, H. Hunking, Auburn. Standard bearers: C. Stewart, Blyth; R. Hoy, Walton. Pursuivant: Wm. Brownlee, Gode- rich. Tyler: Fred Watson, Bayfield. Committee; L. Buchanan, Auburn; D. C. Galbraith, Bayfield; D. Craw- ford, Walton; N. G. Sly, Clinton; R. Young, Goderich; Asa Deeves, Clin- ton; D. Boyd, Walton. ' A BENEFIT CONCERT The Clinton branch of the Cana- dian Legi„en, ‘,,the Ladies' Auxiliary the Home and School Club; Ilii' Wo- men's Institute, the charity commit- tee of the Town Council and the chief of police are getting together to talk over the situation in town and see how many need assistance this winter and see that they get it. The presidents of the several or- ganizations met yesterday and a committee Irons each will meet Fri. dayevening to make definite plans. The intention now is to put on a concert within the next week or so, local talent to be used, and the ad- mission fee being something in the way of supplies which can be used by families, such as clothing, groceries, fruit, vegetables, etc. The Legion and the Home ""and School Club have been doing a good bit of welfare work so far but funds are running low and it is hoped the general public will be interested e- nough to assist all they can. Those who may not have much money to donate might easily have an extrr jar of fruit, some worn but still useful clothing, some more vege- tables than they will need, all of which will be a help. The committee would like all to keep the matter in mind and when the concert date is announced coins out and help all they can. DIAMOND WEDDING On Saturday last Mr. and Mrs. A. 0. Pattison, esteemed residents of Clinton celebrated the sixtieth anni- versary of their wedding. A number of friends called on the couple during the afternoon, a few of their snore intimate friends hay, ing been invited, and many mes- sages, telegrams and letters of goal) wishes were received. A number of friends, sent flowers. the W. A. of Wiesley-Willis church sending a lovely basket of roses and daffodils. Mrs. Maguire, daughter, and Mrs, Tierney, grand -daughter, the latter coining from Toronto for the event, were present to assist in entertain- ing the friends who called. Mr, and Mrs. Pattison were mar- ried in Buffalo, N.Y., Feb. 4th, 1873, Mrs. Pattison's maiden name being Florence Stygall. At this time Mr. Pattison was Grand Trunk agent at Goderich, where they first began housekeeping. Later they went to Dublin and in 1882 Mr. Pattison took over the agency in Clinton, which he continued until his super- annuation in 1923 after fifty-four years of 'service. During their long residence in Clinton they have always been held in the highest esteem. Both being of a cheerful disposition they were al- ways welcome additions to any social company in which they found them- selves, for while meeting their share of troubles they bore them with cour- age, presenting a brave front to the world. They have always been members of Wesley -Willis, formerly of Wes- ley, church, Mr. Pattison having been a member of the official board and Mrs. Pattison en active worker in the women's organizations. When health remitted they were seldom absent from their places at the regu- lar services. fes, One daughter •survives, Mrs. Ma. guiiro who resides in town. Thein many friends congratulate them up, on the attainment of this interesting anniversary and trust thatthey ma" - continue in their present good health. CAN YOU PIMP? The .nelief committee of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Legion will be' al the Firemen's Hall on Saturday, tl Feb.. 1 n, from three to five in the afternoon to receive clothing for children or adults, for which there is great need. Anyone having articles which they cannot bring may call Mr. L, Cree and he will call for same. HAD SOCIAL EVENING The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Can- adian Legion held a very successful social evening on Tuesday, when Dr. Martin of Goderich gave an in- teresting address on "The Conditions of the World Fallowing the Velar - 1914 -1919." ar- 1914-1919." This was followed by a sing -song and several selections on the guitar by Mrs. Hutchings. After a social half hour the Clinton Melody Boys furnished music for 'a dance, which was also enjoyed. The admission fee to this little af- fair was a package of groceries for relief work and as a result the lad- ies had a nice lot of useful supplies. KEEP AN EYE ON 'EM The mutter of allowing companies to trim trees on the streets was dis- cussed in council on Monday even- ing and on a member of the council expressing the hope that the street committee would see that no trees were spoiled, other members declar- ed that more care was taken in thio regard than formerly. But we would suggest that the street committee be ever on guard One of the most beautiful trees in Clinton has been spoiled within the past few years, not by the company under discussion the other night, but it would not be amiss to keep an eye on them all. It takes nearly a life, time to grow a beautiful tree, it can be destroyed in half an hour or less. Sometimes it seems impossible to combine beauty with strict dollars and cents utility, but in the long run itl pays to keep 'working at it. And after all "man does not live by bread alone." DO YOU REMEMBER HIM? The following referring to a musi- cian well-known in the county ap- peered in a recent issue of The Port Huron Times -Herald: "William `Mac' MacLeod, well- known local piano salesman and member of the Port Huron lodge, No. 18, Knights of Pythias, was once conceded to be the champion Ir- ish jig dancer of Canada. Mae, who joined Seaforth Lodge, Y. of P., Sea, forth, Ont., in 1905 as a charter member, attended practicaIIy every dancing contest of importance in the Dominion, Ile was never beaten at the Irish jig and he usually captured the laurels with his expert rendition of the sailors' hornpipe. In the early '90's, Mac 'was civil- ian leader of the famous Thirty- third regiment band, a 30 -piece mil- itary organization. When, he left the band, its members presented a gold -headed cane, suitably engraved, to him to indicate their appreication of his work. Mac travelled as a Scotch and Irish comedian before he entered the piano -selling profession. He has appeared many times as an enter- tainer --and proved to be a good one --before Port Huron audiences." MILD WINTER LONG AGO As showing that an open winter is not so uncommon Tuesday's To nonto Telegram carried a reproduc tion of a picture of a bunch of bow- lers at Woodstock, taken on January 30th, 1906. Mr. W. 3. Stevenson yesterday showed The News -Record a picture of a group of bowlers, who had been in- dulging in the pastime at the Clin- ton green on Feb. 156 the 'same year. This group consisted of W. Jackson, who was president of the club, Fred and Thos. Jackson, Jr., W. P. Spaulding, John Johnston, M. D. McTaggart, Dr. Shaw, D. A. For- rester, H. T. Rance, W. J. Nediger, John Courtice, E. Courtice, B. M. McLean, W. J. Stevenson, H. Wiltse, 3. and I. Taylor, John Watt, J. Hun- ter, J. W. Irwin and Mr. Galbraith, Most of the men are in shirt sleeves, just as they had been play- ing, and the stun was shining bright- ly. After the game of bowls a few went over to Fair's pond and curled for .a time. The curlers included: W. Jackson, E. M. McLean, lit. D. McTaggart, D. A. Forrester, W. J. Stevenson, N. Fair, and R. •Graham. The picture also contains a num- ber of small bons, who are probably responsible citizens and taxpayers now but we couldn't just place them It is seldom that curling and bowl-' incl is carried on the same time Ina; this must have been a somewhat./ remarkable winter. MRS. JAMES LINDSAY probably Clinton's oldest woman in. habitant at the present time, who. tomorrow, Friday, will round out her 93rd year. bins. Lindsay has been in very poor health all winter, for a time being in such a low state that her recovery was very doubtful. But recently she rallied somewhat and, while by no means well, is now muelr, stronger than she was. THE MARKETS Wheat, 42c. Barley, 37e. Oats, 20c to 25c. Butter, 17e to 18c. Eggs, 10e to 14c. Live Hogs, $3.15. WILL CELEBRATE AT BRUSSELS The South Huron L. 0. L. met in Exeter on Tuesday for their annual meeting, with a good representation from the several primary lodges. It was decided, instead of having a celebration in South Huron on July 12th, to join with North Huron in a celebration to be held at Brussels. Encouraging reports were received from the several lodges in the dis- trict and the following officers were elected: County Master: Ed. Faulder, Aisle Craig. Deputy: Gordon Lamport, Exeter. 'Chaplain: E. N. Dignan, Exeter. Rec.-Secretary: H. M. Hanly, Clin- ton. Fin. -Secretary: M. J. Schoenhals. Clinton. Trensurer: G. Davis, Centralia. Lecturers: let, W. 3. McLeod, Bay- field; 2nd John Kelly, Exeter. Marshal: Elmer Webster, Varna. EDWARD MOODY who for over thirty-six years was Excise Preventive Officer and for over a year has been special enforce• meat officer, last week retired from active work and will enjoy a bit of 'leisure. His last case was up in West Gwillimbury township. 1 Inspector Floody was appointed I pteventive officer in Toronto on No. I vember 25, 1895. He Is now 75 years of age and since April 1, 1981. when he retired on pension, has been spe- cial enforcement officer. Mr. Floody was the founder . and. for seine years the publisher and edi-• for of The Clinton News -Record, prior to that being a school teacher in Goderich township and at Blyth. He is well known in Huron County, where he has hosts of friends, anut enjoys meeting them when the comes up here to visit his own and his wife's relatives. lie Is a brother-in-Iaw of Messrs. Arthur and Hanley Cante- Ionand also of. Mr. D. Cantelon of town. Now that he will have, a loose foot - perhaps his. friends will see more of him and we trust he will nevervisile the old town witheut a call en The News -Record, as the latchstring is always an the outside of the door for' him, Mr. Floody has been foe ninny years the very energetic secretary or the Toronto ITeron Old Revs' oseo-. ciation. ('Moro local on page 4)