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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1931-04-09, Page 1The Ne -Record Est. 1878 WITH WHICII IS INCORPORAT LD . THE CLINTON NEW ERA The New Era Est. 1860 No. 5213 -53rd YEAR:. CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY; APRIL 9, 1931 THE HOME PAPER `i J WE HAVE JUST PUT IN A LARGE STOCK OF Jha edOatelt r lasses Real Glass -That well keep your Watch ..as Up-to-date in Appearance as when you got it new. AND :WHATEVER MAKE YOUR :WATCH IS WE CAN REPAIR IT -AND PROMPTLY, BRING YOUR REPAIRS TO US. {j 0 Jeweler and Optometrist Yielkar Phone 174w and 174j GET READY FO EASTER £IIE MARKETS • Wheat; 60c. Harley, 30c. Oats, ,25e, Eggs, 13 17e0 to . Better, 27c t o 28c.. Live hogs, g , $7.7fi. TFIE COUNCIL MEETING The council met on Monday evert- ing, vening, .all members present, Mayor Coopeu in the chair. After the reading of the .minutes, of last meeting a communication was read from sixteen ratepayers et the north end of Albert street asking that another light be placed on , the hill, as it is at present badly lighted. On.nrbtion of Councillors Langford and paisley phis ws s left with the street committee, ; ; Mr, Radford then presented a peti- tion asking permission to have a piece of sidewalk laid at the end of Ontario street, several citizens pro- mising to pay for same themselves, with the exception of a stretch across en unopened street. On motion of Reeve Elliott and Councillor Paisley this - permission was granted, the work to be dorie under the supervi- sion of the street committee. OnLivermore m re the tax of Councillors ' Crieli .and Liv e o t x rates obtain- ing in 1929-1930 for faun lingers with- in the corporation will prevail in 1031• On motion of Councillor Paisley and Reeve Elliott the tax rate for 1.931 was set at 521-2 mills. This is an incerase of 41-2 mills Over Iast year but according to the estimates brought down the rate seemed ne- cessary. Councillor Relines called the attention of Mayor Cooper to his claim that ie elected he would keep down takes, but the mayor said he couldn't keep down taxes when peo- ple demanded the services. Mr. Hol- mes thought there should be a rate- payers' association organized, which would assist by making suggestions in the management 'of public' affair. lie thought economy might be prac- tised in regard to the Public school, Chairman Langford of the proper- ty committee reported the Ladies' Rest Room having been put into good shape and said the comniittee ap- pointed by the Women's Institute was taking an interest in it. He recommended that the room be open- ed by the Chief at nine a.m. and closed by the night constable at se- ven, except on Saturday and band nights, when it would remain open until eleven p.m, Chairman Livermore of the ceme- tery committee reported that it had been necessary since last meeting of council to get a team to plow out the read, Chairman Cook of the charity committee reported that during the month twelve meals had been sup- plied to transients and that four men were occupying quarters in the town hall that night. Re thought the place -should be cleaned up and made more fit for habitation. Councillor Livermore also thought that betier sleeping accomodation should be provided, so nien who -were unfortun- ate enough to leave to ask for shelter should at least have a comfortable bed, Permission -was given to pro- cure sorne blankets. Councillor Holmes spoke of the demonstration to be given July l.st, by the firemen and suggested that the town use the two middle pages of a book, which the firemen are getting out, to advertise the town. This was agreed to, Also 'that the firemen be given the ground privil- eges, street and park, same to be let to local people. This was also grant- ed. • Mayor Cooper told of reesiVhrg 'frem some outdoor show day -enter- . tainers twenty-five per cent. of the • Proceeds, amounting to $5.00, part of wlneh he had spent on charitable purposes and the remainder is there "• for use. Councillor Paisley, chairman of the finance committee read the fol- lowing report: Street Account .Paysheet . . Even if you're not going :Pe appear.' in one of our smart suits or Spring Overcoats on Easter, you'lI- certainly • want to trim up with a .new Hat, Tie, - Shirt or something fresh in the Tog- gery line. THE CHOICE THINGS ARE HERM HATS BY '.THE BEST MAKERS 82.95, $3.95, $5.00 to $7.50 TIES THAT ARE'EXCLUSIVE1 • 50c, . 75c, e$1-.25,' $1.50, $1.75 SHIRTS WITH A REPUTATION f $1.50, j $2.0fie $2.50, k3.90 WE AItE SHOWeNG SOME REMARKABLE VALUES rIN 25 CENT H2OSIER.Y. THE MORR1SH CLOTHIUC CO. " A SQUARE DEAL FOR EVERY MAN " Nowskemoopmewe S. J. Andrews, tile Electric Light Accoimt P. ' P. Com., street light Mar. 159.96 Property Account Paysheet . 5.75 P. U. Coni.; light, town hall 11.86 P. U. Com„ rent Rest Room to April 1st 27 00 P. U. Com., light, water, Rest Rooms 5.06 WI. T. Hawkins, paper, labor 8.81 R. V. Irwin, linol., rest morn 4.50 D. E. Closet Account A. Fulford, salary for Mar:. 65.00• Cemetery Account C. V. Cooke, sal. for Mar. 50.00 Paysheet 5,00 Salaries ' Account L. Stong, sal. for March. , „ 70.83 E: ,Greasier •salary for Mar58.33 Fire and 'Water Account T. Morgan, acid and clerging battery . 2.65 .T'. Dixon, 4 hrs. at C. Allison 1.00 ' Grants Account , •, P. U. Com., light, water, I X -Ray, Hospital 50.17 Charity .Accounts L. Stong, meals for tramps, 1.00 E. Grealis, meals for tramps 4.40 Insurance Account Wellington Ins. Co. prem. , Town Hall . 16.00 Guardian Ins. Co., Prem. Town Hall , c 19.40 Perth Mutual, prem, Town hall 8.00 I Incidental Account Paysheet 1:00 $54,65 6.00 rC.. Vance Go,' Dog tags , ,, 4.68 Bell Tel,, Co., rent,. acct, • , :. 9.35 • •+ REGDIP T ,n L. STONC- Marlcet scales ....9i. 40 Hall -rent ,. 63.00 Dog Tax :. 11'7100 Stat. Labor 8,00 211.40 C. V. COOKE Care in Perp 25.00 Work 45.00 70.00` 18. Grealis, stock scaleee 11.40 FORMER CITIZEN DIES - Word was received on Friday last by friends in town of ';the death of Mr. Albert H. Plummer of Durban, Man. Deceased was a son of the late Stewart Plummer and will be remem- bered• by many here, slso in Blyth,, where he resided for a number of Years before goings' : west, , be- ing principal of the i ublic school there. Mrs. Plummer,jt will be re- membered, •passed away only a few months ago, her death staking place about the last of January, F. G. MiJRDOCH LOSES' LIFE Worcs was received bk. his family Sunday and citizens geberaily were shocked Monday mornings by news of the accidental death of Etank Garden Murdoch, flying instructs; elder; son of Mr. and Mis. P. Garton Murdoch of Clinton, while in the: air with a student at Lake Ramsay, near Sud- bury. Mr. Murdoch And a young flyer, Murdock Smith were flying in a Moth plane when it crashed. Monday's dailies had the following report of the accident, which had no eyewitnesses: "In the opinion cf Pilots Gordon Bisset and T, 33. -Higgins, who were the first to reach the wrecked plane, the machine had gone ,into a side slip and crashed before it could be righted. It is believed' that Smith was handling the Controls, as he went up with Murdoch for a lesson. Murdoch was in the front seat. It was a dual control machine. Spectators at the company's ale base on Lake Ramsay saw the ma- chine ne die rear apt apparently nothing wrong with it, behind a lew range of hills on the other side of the lake When they did not reapear within a reasonable time, Pilots. Bisset and Higgins became worried,. and flew across to look for them •in Bisset's moth. • They were unable to land closer than an eighth of a mile from the wreekage, and had to walk in. Mur- dock was still conscious when 'ex- tricated from the wreckage by Bisset but died within a few minutes in his chum's arms. Higgins flew back to Sudbury and notified Coroner Dr. IL M, Torrington, who arrived shortly after at the scene of the wreck with an ambulance." Smith, while seriously injured, is expected. to recover. Mr, Murdoch was born in Aber- deen, Scotland, April 19th, 1894. He was educated at Stirling High School and Dunfries Academy. The family came to Canada in 1011 and Frank attended the Ontario Agricultural College, graduating as B.S.A. in 1017 In March, 1918 he joined the Air Force and served overseas, and in 1920 he took up farming at Woodstock. In 1928 the family moved to Clinton, the brothers, F. 0. and George, buy- ing out the Andrews Mill, but Frank decided to take up flying as a pro- fession and for some time he had been with the National Air Trans- port, since last fall at Lake Ram- sey. He was considered an excellent air pilot and had often come hone by air for a visit with his family. The accident which terminated a promis- ing career; was a most unfortunate one. The parents and one brother; freorge, and a sister, Miss Mazie, have the sincere sympathy of the 'many friends which they have made during their residence in Clinton, The funeral took place from the home of his parents, Orange street, yesterday afternoon, a private sor- vice being held at two o'clock. The Rev. F. G. Perrin of Ontario street United church had charge of the ser- vices, assisted by a former pastor, Rev, Mr, Raynor, Sarnia. The funeral was under Masonic auspices and the members attended in a body, taking part in the service at the graveside. The pallbearers were: Capt. T. Williams, Messrs. G. W. Howe, T. Higgins, H, Smith, : G. Hanley and Dr. Evans. Amongst these present from a distance for the funeral were: r Miss Murray, Toronto; - Mr. 'Wm. Shipman, Chicago; Mr. T. ,Higgins, London; Miss Goodhue, Miss Taylor, Mrs. D. Mabee, Port Stanley; Mr. H. Smith, Detroit; Rev. and Mrs. and Miss Raynee,Sarnia; 1VI . G. 'Rr. Howe, Goderich; Mr. and Mrs. G. Curry, Capt. and bars. T. Williams, Mr. and Mrs,• W. M. Grant; Mr. and Mrs, Ie - Cuttry; •Mr. and Mrs, R. Smith, Mr, and Mre. Jack Williams, Mr. Jack Grant; Me. Leslie Curry, Mr. and Mrs. N. Coft, Mrs. L. Teeple, Mr. E. Jakernan; • Mrs: and Miss Thornton, Mr. 3. S. Williams, 1 r> S. E. Alain, of Woodstock; Mr, and Miss Stoak, Mr. Harry Rowe, • Me. Cecil Roos, M;. W. Tipp, Mr. Ralph Leslie, Me. F. Gillies, Kitchener. The National Air Transport, . To- ronto; .The` Gliding Club, Kitchener; The Plying Club, Ifitchener; his old. S. S. and choir at Wloodstnck; pupils and friends from Sudbury; Legion and .Masonic; Institute; Ontario Street Choir and We M. S. and many private friends sent flowers, OFFICERS INSTALLED Theefollowing list of officers were dulyinstalled at the regular meet- ing of the local I.0.O,F: on Tuesday evening,' D D, G.M. ,Sutter ..etin • a g+ as b installing, officer: icer : • t o a ri. J G Iii0. N.o Counter. er.. N.0.: W H, Muteh. V.G.: H. A, McIntyre. Ree. Sees H. W. Gould. Fin, -Sec.': J. Wiseman, Treas.: T. hardy. R.S.N. G :;,FI. Lawson. L.S.N. G. e G. McGallum. R,S.V.G.:• M. Nediger. L.S.V. G.: F. Match, :Conductor: W. Glow, Warden: L. 1VlcKnight. - R.S.S.; T. Riley. .S.S.: J: Elliott. I. G, : 3. Silcox, O,G.: G. E: Hall. Chap.: C. Livermore. Organist;Allen. R, • At the eonclusion of the business of the lodge a social time was spent and, in view of the impending de- parture of the newly -installed N.G. who goes to Midland, Mr. Mutch, the D.D.G,M., on behalf of the mem- pers., presented him with a pair of gold cuff links. Speeches,by several members followed and good wishes were expressed d for the tut nr e sue - cess of the N.G., who said he would never forget the home town and his lodMe connections Gtr s no matter where he might be located. Mr,M h will utcmissed be n seed i n town, where he, has spent his whole life, in lodge, social and church circles. DEATH OF MISS PENNEBAKER After an illness of several years' duration, Edna M• Pennebaker passed away at the home of her inother, Mrs. H, Pennebaker, high street, on Friday afternoon. The deceased young woman who was the youngest daughter of the late •Hezekiah Pen- nebaker and Mrs. Pennebaker, was born and had lived all her life in Clinton, and was educated at Clinton Public School and Collegiate. She was held in the highest esteem by a large circle of friends and acquain- tanees, but of late had been unable to take part in social activities. Be- fore becoming so much of an invalid she bad been a seamstress and was partieularly efficient in that line, her work being of a very superior quality. She \vas during her child- hood years a member of the Baptist church and Sunday school, later her parents became identified with Wes- ley Methodist church, now Wesley - Willis United. Surviving are her mother, one sister, Mrs. Thos. Watts, of Oshawa, and one brother, Frank B. Pennebakee of Clinton. Her father and an older sister predeceas- ed her uy a number of years. The funeral was held from the home of het mother on Monday afternoon, Rev. J. E. Hogg, pastor of Wesley - Willis church, conducting a service at the home and at the graveside. Interment was made in Clinton ceme- tery. The pallbearers were: Messrs. T. S. McNeil, W. Walker, I. Crich and R Draper. Amongst those from a distance who were present for the 'funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Thos. 'Watts, Oshawa; Miss Maud Liver- more, Toronto and Mr. arid Mrs. W. G. Burorws of Stratford, besides many from Goderich and other near- by points. PASSING OF MRS. KENNEDY In the passing of Emma Fitzsim- ons, widow of David B. Kennedy, which occurred Thursday night, Clin- ton lost a highly respected citizen The deceased woman was in her 81st year and had been ailing but a few days. A bad cold front which fru developed and from which at' her advanced age she was unable to re- cover was the iininediate cause of her death, The late Mrs. Kennedy 'fras born in Bhillett township on Mny 24th, 1850, Her parents were the late Samuel Fitzsimons and Elizabeth Beacom, who were of Irish .descent, Sixty years ago she was marred to the late David B. Kennedy, who predeceased her by eighteen years, She was of an affectionate and moth.. erly disposition and very helpful, kind and sympathetic in cases of sickness. She lived practically her \whole life in Clinton. She spent one winter sorne years ago with her son in Detroit but she missed her old friends and was happy to return a- gain. She was a member ef' St. Paul's Anglican church and had, until ago prevented, been a regular attendant at the Sunday and week night ser- vices. 'Surviving are one brother, Robert Fitzsimons of Clinton, one sister, Mrs. Edward. Watson, Blyth; one son, John B. of Detroit, a grand- son, William, of Clinton, with whom she has lived `for several years and a number of other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. - The funeral was held from St., Paul's Anglican church. on Saturday April 4th, at 2.80 p.m., Rev. K. Mc- Gonn, the rector, conducting. In- terment in Clinton cemetery, The. pall -bearers 'were:. Messrs. J. It. Kerr, Jas. A. Ford, A, J. Morrish, Brig- ham Kaiser, N. Kennedy and Edward Morrison. ` Those attending the funeral -from. a distance were her son, John 13, of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs, Geo. Potter, Blyth; las Alice Watson and John and William Watson, Blyth and Mrs. Smeltzer, Caledonia. Her sister, Mrs.. Watson; and brother were un- able to attend the funeral' on account. of sickness. ' A. NARROW ESCAPE While motoring up from Toronto With a party of other young• people on Thursday evening mast, Mr. Ernie HIn e r me • t tt with an accident when his dm turned over into the ditch Happily, no one was hurt and the car was but slightly damaged so the holiday was not badly marred by the incident, HONOURED BY CHOIR After the evening service in Wes- ley -Willis church the choir took the opportunity of presenting' M. W. Muteh, Jr.; who was president of the organization, with a gold pen' and Pencil. Mr. W. Wallis voiced the sentiments of the members when he expressed regret at the impending departure of Mr, hutch from the town and Digs. Percy Hearn made thepresentation. p s n. R ev. 117;. Hogg al- so expressed regret at the severance of the tie. Mr. Mutch saidbe would miss the associations of the church and choir, that he appreciated the. help he had received by his connec- tion with them and that he would not soon forget it's happy associa- tione. NOW IN GOOD SHAPE News -Record The Dews -Record was sura .that when The Women's institute . took change a hold an e for the hotter would be made in the Ladies' Rest Room, and events have proved that the assur- ance was, justified. The chairman of the town council property committee, Dir. B. Lang- ford. had the furniture mended and the floor coveringrepaired and dur- ing the past week or so the room has been given a couple of' cleanings apd last week the W.I. committee hung elven white curtains on the front window of the rest room, anti placed. some magazines on the table. Mem- bers also drop in from time to time to see that things are in good shape. It is a great improvement and it is honed that those who make, use of its privileges will co-operate in ]seeping the room tidy and attractive. IIOSPI7.'AL FUND Contributions to the Clinton Pub- lic Hospital Birthday Fund 1931. William Taylor 310.00 G. D. Taggnrt 25.00 J. E. H1VIcovey 2.00 No name , 2.50 No name 10,00 Masonic Loci e, Clinton '25.00 L.0,B.A ,, No. 377 10.00 L.O.L. No. 710 10.00 Oliver Johnston 5.00 lerornen's Institute, Londesboro 10.00 Girls' Auxiliary 25.00 M. D. McTaggart ... 25.00 Women's Institute, Clinton 25.00 London Road Community Club 5.00 Stanley Maple Leaf Club .... 5.00 Ministerial Association "5,00 Rev. F. IL Paull, Bayfield • , 5.00 Grace United Chur•sr 1.50 St, Andrew's United Church, 1.00 2.00 17.00 7,2K 5.00 'Bayfield Women's Institute, Blyth Ontario St. United Church.. St, Paul's 1 Church , Presbyterian Church Wesley -Willis United Church 36.00 Total , $304.26 Mrs. H. T. Rance, complete sot of dishes for eighteen trays. • AMONG TIIE CHURCHES Presbyterian Church The minister's morning subject ivi11 be: "Receiving the Atonement," The evening service will be devoted to praise. The minister will give a 'short address relative to each irynm sung. The W. M. S. will meet at the home of Mrs: •G, D, Roberton on Wed- nesday afternoon next at three o'clock. Wesley -Willis United Church The Sacrament of the Lord's Sup- per will be observed at the morning service next Sunday. The minister's aermon subject win be: "Christ at the Feast" Evening subject: "Twentieth Century Saints." ere -communion service will be held in the church Friday evening at 8 o'clock, when Rev. Geo. Weir of Blyth will be the preacher.. The session will meet in the Bible Class room at half -past seven on Friday evening. The regular meeting of the Girl's Club will be held'on Tuesday evening at 7,30 in the church hall. The Mis- sionary topic -will be taken by Mrs. Pickard and the literary by Mrs. Gaudier, - Ontario Street United Church Morning sermon subject "Jesus Appeared in Another Form." Even ing: "Four Chariots in the Road." Sunday school anniversary services will be held Sunday, April 26th. Rev. Dr, Archer Wallace, of Toronto, as- sociate editor of • all United church Sunday school periodicals, will be the speaker for the day. The W.M.S. held their Easter Thankoffering meeting on Monday afternoon, when Miss Hattie Turner gave a splendid talk from the third chapter of the Study 'book.' Appro- priate musical numbers were given by Misses Carol and Ruth Evans, and Miss Marion Gibbings. Mrs. Milton Wiltse gave a reading which also carried out the Easter thought, ou 8ht, Ra - phails 'celebrated picture, "The Ma- donna," was studied and described by Mrs. McInnis, in an appreciation of, the World's most famous artist, the BARN BURNED • Mr, Frank Tyndall of .Hallett lost his barn by fire just before noon yesterday. All stock was reproved except some pigs, xv which could not be r time. got out n m Mr. Tyndall ynd 1 wa § having his barn wired for hydro and Mr E Crich was at work at it, hav- ing it nearly completed. 11 is sup- posed that a spark from the blew toreh used in soldering the pipes ig- nited sorne straw ureide the barn, al- though the work at the time was be- ing done outside, The fire gained headway so quickly Chet if was (life ' fi.eult to get the • stock curt in time. The Clinton fire engine was taken out and it was probably the moans of .saving the hennery, which was in clan- ger. The loss is partly covered by insurance. SUCCESSFUL SHOW The Clinton spring fair was fav- oured with better weather this year than for some time, the sun. shedding its rays all day, although there was a bit of a cold wind blowing. There was a large entry of stock and one might go a long way before seeing such a fine lot of horses '- gathered together in one place. These had been coming in since the pre- vious day, many being stabled in town for the night. Shortly after one o'clock evith the town bandi in the lead, the stock to be shown was paraded the length of themain gl� por- tion of the town, halting in the square facing the post office and the judging was commenced. The cattle classes were not so well filled but the quality was of the best. There was perhaps the heaviest en- try list in the horse classes ever re- corded at a' Huron County Show and the quality was all that could be desired, the placing of awards being rendered difficult by the fine unifor- mity of the stock. Judging was not completed until after six o'clock. The attendance was large, people coming from long distances. An entertaimirent was held in the town hall in the evening. The Bob 1Virson Concert Co. of Toronto fur- nished the program. Thie was el l patronized, the hall being filled to capacity, Secretary Elliott and the manage- ment had a busy day. Representa- tive ;McLeod of the Ontario Depart- ment of Agriculture and his staff were "on their toes" every minute. The department offices and board room were convenient for executive work and as a rendevous for many visitors to the fair. Following Is a full list of the prize winners: Cattle ,Shorthorn Bull under two years- Oestricher Bros., Crediton, 1 and 3: Roy E. Pepper, Seaforth, 2, Shorthorn -.Heifer 2 years, Eph- raim Snell 1, (only one entry). .Shorthorn heifer, 1 year, Oestrin - cher Bros., Crediton, 1, .3 and 4; Ro- bert M. Peek, Zurich, 2, Sweepstakes 13u11 (ribbon)-Oest- richer Bros., Crediton. iViarkct'Cattle Senior baby beef steer or heifer born on or after Jan. 1, 1930 -Herb Kereher•, Kippen, 1. and 3; Roy F. Pepper, Seaforth, 2; Ephraim Snell, 4. • Junior baby beef steer or heifer born on or after July 1, 1930 --And- rew Park, Mitchell, 1; Roy 1!: Pepper Seaforth, 2 and 4; Eplrriam Snell, 3; Herb Kerclter; Kippen, 5. Boy's judging Contest, Huron Co.. ages 15• to 20; Frank Wright, Kip. pen Mervyn Lobb, Clinton; Harold Vincent, Belgrave; Stuart McEwen, Clinton. Light Horses Stallion, Standard Bred Pacer - Litt Bros., Goderich. :Carriage horse in harness -Henry Youn, Listowel; Wilbur E. Keyes. Seaforth; 3, A. Ferguson, Clinton; John Barr, Blyth, Roadster in 'hasrness --- Manning Bros.,, Lonclesboro; Weston Macguire. Clandeboye, 2 and 3,' Best gentleman's outfit -- Ilenrp Youn, Listowel; Manning Bros., Wil- bur E. Keys, Seaforth, Sweepstakes (Ribbon) -•-+ Henry Youn, Listowel. Lady drivers -Mrs. Ross Chapman Kippen; Mrs. Wes. Nott, Seaforth; Mrs. James Wright, Kippen; Mrs., R. Y. Cox, Clinton. General Purpose Telly • or gelding, 3 years and over --Wm. Decker, Zurich, 1 and 3; Roy Pepper, 2: Team in harness Wm, Deckee, Zurich; Frecl Pepper and Son, Clin- ton; Wen. Hyde, Hensall; J. C. Har- rison, Science Hill. Heavy Horses Clydesdale Stallion, 3 ,years and over-IRobert Murdock, Brucefield; Peter Kilpatrick, Kippen. Clydesdale Stallion, under 3 years -W m. McMillan, Seaforth. Percheron Stallion, 3 years and over -JJ. W. Elliott, Brucefield, Wm, H. Keeler, Dublin. Heavy Draught horses Brood mare, 8 years and over - R. J. Scott. Cromarty; Wtn. Urqu- hart, Mitchell; Charles Stewart„ Londesboro, Wim. Chapman, Bence. field. Filly or Gelding, 3 years 'or ever -- Wen. Urquhart, Mitchell; John Vod- den, Lendesboro; James Scott, Cro- mat•ty, 3 and 4. or Geldin 2 years and under 'Filly g, A. 8. Chalmers{ Stratford; A, W. Etherington, Hensall: Filly or -Gelding, 1 year atsd under anniversary of whose death occur -12-A, ,B. Chalmers, Stratford; A. W. red on that day. 4 (Continued on page 4) • J ^sa rd' f ` : N $ �Ti r c � %f 3 ,y: , . w , a `.;tA'415. of Traveller's s SamP le Knitted Suits These are in sizes 16 and 18, in a variety of colors in two and three-piece styles. Purchased in the regular way they sell at $9.75 to $11.50. Your choice' . while they last 04 RUFFLED ,CURTAINS at 49cP air These are in white scrim with -dainty colored ruffles, and tie- backs. Length 2* yards. AXMINSTER MATS +27"x54" For The Designs are Hit-and=Miss, with pretty contrasting bordered ends.. Pre'viously sold at $3.75 Note the new low price. 9 " CLINTON'S LEAIDING STYLE SHOPPE " • GET READY FO EASTER £IIE MARKETS • Wheat; 60c. Harley, 30c. Oats, ,25e, Eggs, 13 17e0 to . Better, 27c t o 28c.. Live hogs, g , $7.7fi. TFIE COUNCIL MEETING The council met on Monday evert- ing, vening, .all members present, Mayor Coopeu in the chair. After the reading of the .minutes, of last meeting a communication was read from sixteen ratepayers et the north end of Albert street asking that another light be placed on , the hill, as it is at present badly lighted. On.nrbtion of Councillors Langford and paisley phis ws s left with the street committee, ; ; Mr, Radford then presented a peti- tion asking permission to have a piece of sidewalk laid at the end of Ontario street, several citizens pro- mising to pay for same themselves, with the exception of a stretch across en unopened street. On motion of Reeve Elliott and Councillor Paisley this - permission was granted, the work to be dorie under the supervi- sion of the street committee. OnLivermore m re the tax of Councillors ' Crieli .and Liv e o t x rates obtain- ing in 1929-1930 for faun lingers with- in the corporation will prevail in 1031• On motion of Councillor Paisley and Reeve Elliott the tax rate for 1.931 was set at 521-2 mills. This is an incerase of 41-2 mills Over Iast year but according to the estimates brought down the rate seemed ne- cessary. Councillor Relines called the attention of Mayor Cooper to his claim that ie elected he would keep down takes, but the mayor said he couldn't keep down taxes when peo- ple demanded the services. Mr. Hol- mes thought there should be a rate- payers' association organized, which would assist by making suggestions in the management 'of public' affair. lie thought economy might be prac- tised in regard to the Public school, Chairman Langford of the proper- ty committee reported the Ladies' Rest Room having been put into good shape and said the comniittee ap- pointed by the Women's Institute was taking an interest in it. He recommended that the room be open- ed by the Chief at nine a.m. and closed by the night constable at se- ven, except on Saturday and band nights, when it would remain open until eleven p.m, Chairman Livermore of the ceme- tery committee reported that it had been necessary since last meeting of council to get a team to plow out the read, Chairman Cook of the charity committee reported that during the month twelve meals had been sup- plied to transients and that four men were occupying quarters in the town hall that night. Re thought the place -should be cleaned up and made more fit for habitation. Councillor Livermore also thought that betier sleeping accomodation should be provided, so nien who -were unfortun- ate enough to leave to ask for shelter should at least have a comfortable bed, Permission -was given to pro- cure sorne blankets. Councillor Holmes spoke of the demonstration to be given July l.st, by the firemen and suggested that the town use the two middle pages of a book, which the firemen are getting out, to advertise the town. This was agreed to, Also 'that the firemen be given the ground privil- eges, street and park, same to be let to local people. This was also grant- ed. • Mayor Cooper told of reesiVhrg 'frem some outdoor show day -enter- . tainers twenty-five per cent. of the • Proceeds, amounting to $5.00, part of wlneh he had spent on charitable purposes and the remainder is there "• for use. Councillor Paisley, chairman of the finance committee read the fol- lowing report: Street Account .Paysheet . . Even if you're not going :Pe appear.' in one of our smart suits or Spring Overcoats on Easter, you'lI- certainly • want to trim up with a .new Hat, Tie, - Shirt or something fresh in the Tog- gery line. THE CHOICE THINGS ARE HERM HATS BY '.THE BEST MAKERS 82.95, $3.95, $5.00 to $7.50 TIES THAT ARE'EXCLUSIVE1 • 50c, . 75c, e$1-.25,' $1.50, $1.75 SHIRTS WITH A REPUTATION f $1.50, j $2.0fie $2.50, k3.90 WE AItE SHOWeNG SOME REMARKABLE VALUES rIN 25 CENT H2OSIER.Y. THE MORR1SH CLOTHIUC CO. " A SQUARE DEAL FOR EVERY MAN " Nowskemoopmewe S. J. Andrews, tile Electric Light Accoimt P. ' P. Com., street light Mar. 159.96 Property Account Paysheet . 5.75 P. U. Coni.; light, town hall 11.86 P. U. Com„ rent Rest Room to April 1st 27 00 P. U. Com., light, water, Rest Rooms 5.06 WI. T. Hawkins, paper, labor 8.81 R. V. Irwin, linol., rest morn 4.50 D. E. Closet Account A. Fulford, salary for Mar:. 65.00• Cemetery Account C. V. Cooke, sal. for Mar. 50.00 Paysheet 5,00 Salaries ' Account L. Stong, sal. for March. , „ 70.83 E: ,Greasier •salary for Mar58.33 Fire and 'Water Account T. Morgan, acid and clerging battery . 2.65 .T'. Dixon, 4 hrs. at C. Allison 1.00 ' Grants Account , •, P. U. Com., light, water, I X -Ray, Hospital 50.17 Charity .Accounts L. Stong, meals for tramps, 1.00 E. Grealis, meals for tramps 4.40 Insurance Account Wellington Ins. Co. prem. , Town Hall . 16.00 Guardian Ins. Co., Prem. Town Hall , c 19.40 Perth Mutual, prem, Town hall 8.00 I Incidental Account Paysheet 1:00 $54,65 6.00 rC.. Vance Go,' Dog tags , ,, 4.68 Bell Tel,, Co., rent,. acct, • , :. 9.35 • •+ REGDIP T ,n L. STONC- Marlcet scales ....9i. 40 Hall -rent ,. 63.00 Dog Tax :. 11'7100 Stat. Labor 8,00 211.40 C. V. COOKE Care in Perp 25.00 Work 45.00 70.00` 18. Grealis, stock scaleee 11.40 FORMER CITIZEN DIES - Word was received on Friday last by friends in town of ';the death of Mr. Albert H. Plummer of Durban, Man. Deceased was a son of the late Stewart Plummer and will be remem- bered• by many here, slso in Blyth,, where he resided for a number of Years before goings' : west, , be- ing principal of the i ublic school there. Mrs. Plummer,jt will be re- membered, •passed away only a few months ago, her death staking place about the last of January, F. G. MiJRDOCH LOSES' LIFE Worcs was received bk. his family Sunday and citizens geberaily were shocked Monday mornings by news of the accidental death of Etank Garden Murdoch, flying instructs; elder; son of Mr. and Mis. P. Garton Murdoch of Clinton, while in the: air with a student at Lake Ramsay, near Sud- bury. Mr. Murdoch And a young flyer, Murdock Smith were flying in a Moth plane when it crashed. Monday's dailies had the following report of the accident, which had no eyewitnesses: "In the opinion cf Pilots Gordon Bisset and T, 33. -Higgins, who were the first to reach the wrecked plane, the machine had gone ,into a side slip and crashed before it could be righted. It is believed' that Smith was handling the Controls, as he went up with Murdoch for a lesson. Murdoch was in the front seat. It was a dual control machine. Spectators at the company's ale base on Lake Ramsay saw the ma- chine ne die rear apt apparently nothing wrong with it, behind a lew range of hills on the other side of the lake When they did not reapear within a reasonable time, Pilots. Bisset and Higgins became worried,. and flew across to look for them •in Bisset's moth. • They were unable to land closer than an eighth of a mile from the wreekage, and had to walk in. Mur- dock was still conscious when 'ex- tricated from the wreckage by Bisset but died within a few minutes in his chum's arms. Higgins flew back to Sudbury and notified Coroner Dr. IL M, Torrington, who arrived shortly after at the scene of the wreck with an ambulance." Smith, while seriously injured, is expected. to recover. Mr, Murdoch was born in Aber- deen, Scotland, April 19th, 1894. He was educated at Stirling High School and Dunfries Academy. The family came to Canada in 1011 and Frank attended the Ontario Agricultural College, graduating as B.S.A. in 1017 In March, 1918 he joined the Air Force and served overseas, and in 1920 he took up farming at Woodstock. In 1928 the family moved to Clinton, the brothers, F. 0. and George, buy- ing out the Andrews Mill, but Frank decided to take up flying as a pro- fession and for some time he had been with the National Air Trans- port, since last fall at Lake Ram- sey. He was considered an excellent air pilot and had often come hone by air for a visit with his family. The accident which terminated a promis- ing career; was a most unfortunate one. The parents and one brother; freorge, and a sister, Miss Mazie, have the sincere sympathy of the 'many friends which they have made during their residence in Clinton, The funeral took place from the home of his parents, Orange street, yesterday afternoon, a private sor- vice being held at two o'clock. The Rev. F. G. Perrin of Ontario street United church had charge of the ser- vices, assisted by a former pastor, Rev, Mr, Raynor, Sarnia. The funeral was under Masonic auspices and the members attended in a body, taking part in the service at the graveside. The pallbearers were: Capt. T. Williams, Messrs. G. W. Howe, T. Higgins, H, Smith, : G. Hanley and Dr. Evans. Amongst these present from a distance for the funeral were: r Miss Murray, Toronto; - Mr. 'Wm. Shipman, Chicago; Mr. T. ,Higgins, London; Miss Goodhue, Miss Taylor, Mrs. D. Mabee, Port Stanley; Mr. H. Smith, Detroit; Rev. and Mrs. and Miss Raynee,Sarnia; 1VI . G. 'Rr. Howe, Goderich; Mr. and Mrs. G. Curry, Capt. and bars. T. Williams, Mr. and Mrs,• W. M. Grant; Mr. and Mrs, Ie - Cuttry; •Mr. and Mrs, R. Smith, Mr, and Mre. Jack Williams, Mr. Jack Grant; Me. Leslie Curry, Mr. and Mrs. N. Coft, Mrs. L. Teeple, Mr. E. Jakernan; • Mrs: and Miss Thornton, Mr. 3. S. Williams, 1 r> S. E. Alain, of Woodstock; Mr, and Miss Stoak, Mr. Harry Rowe, • Me. Cecil Roos, M;. W. Tipp, Mr. Ralph Leslie, Me. F. Gillies, Kitchener. The National Air Transport, . To- ronto; .The` Gliding Club, Kitchener; The Plying Club, Ifitchener; his old. S. S. and choir at Wloodstnck; pupils and friends from Sudbury; Legion and .Masonic; Institute; Ontario Street Choir and We M. S. and many private friends sent flowers, OFFICERS INSTALLED Theefollowing list of officers were dulyinstalled at the regular meet- ing of the local I.0.O,F: on Tuesday evening,' D D, G.M. ,Sutter ..etin • a g+ as b installing, officer: icer : • t o a ri. J G Iii0. N.o Counter. er.. N.0.: W H, Muteh. V.G.: H. A, McIntyre. Ree. Sees H. W. Gould. Fin, -Sec.': J. Wiseman, Treas.: T. hardy. R.S.N. G :;,FI. Lawson. L.S.N. G. e G. McGallum. R,S.V.G.:• M. Nediger. L.S.V. G.: F. Match, :Conductor: W. Glow, Warden: L. 1VlcKnight. - R.S.S.; T. Riley. .S.S.: J: Elliott. I. G, : 3. Silcox, O,G.: G. E: Hall. Chap.: C. Livermore. Organist;Allen. R, • At the eonclusion of the business of the lodge a social time was spent and, in view of the impending de- parture of the newly -installed N.G. who goes to Midland, Mr. Mutch, the D.D.G,M., on behalf of the mem- pers., presented him with a pair of gold cuff links. Speeches,by several members followed and good wishes were expressed d for the tut nr e sue - cess of the N.G., who said he would never forget the home town and his lodMe connections Gtr s no matter where he might be located. Mr,M h will utcmissed be n seed i n town, where he, has spent his whole life, in lodge, social and church circles. DEATH OF MISS PENNEBAKER After an illness of several years' duration, Edna M• Pennebaker passed away at the home of her inother, Mrs. H, Pennebaker, high street, on Friday afternoon. The deceased young woman who was the youngest daughter of the late •Hezekiah Pen- nebaker and Mrs. Pennebaker, was born and had lived all her life in Clinton, and was educated at Clinton Public School and Collegiate. She was held in the highest esteem by a large circle of friends and acquain- tanees, but of late had been unable to take part in social activities. Be- fore becoming so much of an invalid she bad been a seamstress and was partieularly efficient in that line, her work being of a very superior quality. She \vas during her child- hood years a member of the Baptist church and Sunday school, later her parents became identified with Wes- ley Methodist church, now Wesley - Willis United. Surviving are her mother, one sister, Mrs. Thos. Watts, of Oshawa, and one brother, Frank B. Pennebakee of Clinton. Her father and an older sister predeceas- ed her uy a number of years. The funeral was held from the home of het mother on Monday afternoon, Rev. J. E. Hogg, pastor of Wesley - Willis church, conducting a service at the home and at the graveside. Interment was made in Clinton ceme- tery. The pallbearers were: Messrs. T. S. McNeil, W. Walker, I. Crich and R Draper. Amongst those from a distance who were present for the 'funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Thos. 'Watts, Oshawa; Miss Maud Liver- more, Toronto and Mr. arid Mrs. W. G. Burorws of Stratford, besides many from Goderich and other near- by points. PASSING OF MRS. KENNEDY In the passing of Emma Fitzsim- ons, widow of David B. Kennedy, which occurred Thursday night, Clin- ton lost a highly respected citizen The deceased woman was in her 81st year and had been ailing but a few days. A bad cold front which fru developed and from which at' her advanced age she was unable to re- cover was the iininediate cause of her death, The late Mrs. Kennedy 'fras born in Bhillett township on Mny 24th, 1850, Her parents were the late Samuel Fitzsimons and Elizabeth Beacom, who were of Irish .descent, Sixty years ago she was marred to the late David B. Kennedy, who predeceased her by eighteen years, She was of an affectionate and moth.. erly disposition and very helpful, kind and sympathetic in cases of sickness. She lived practically her \whole life in Clinton. She spent one winter sorne years ago with her son in Detroit but she missed her old friends and was happy to return a- gain. She was a member ef' St. Paul's Anglican church and had, until ago prevented, been a regular attendant at the Sunday and week night ser- vices. 'Surviving are one brother, Robert Fitzsimons of Clinton, one sister, Mrs. Edward. Watson, Blyth; one son, John B. of Detroit, a grand- son, William, of Clinton, with whom she has lived `for several years and a number of other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. - The funeral was held from St., Paul's Anglican church. on Saturday April 4th, at 2.80 p.m., Rev. K. Mc- Gonn, the rector, conducting. In- terment in Clinton cemetery, The. pall -bearers 'were:. Messrs. J. It. Kerr, Jas. A. Ford, A, J. Morrish, Brig- ham Kaiser, N. Kennedy and Edward Morrison. ` Those attending the funeral -from. a distance were her son, John 13, of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs, Geo. Potter, Blyth; las Alice Watson and John and William Watson, Blyth and Mrs. Smeltzer, Caledonia. Her sister, Mrs.. Watson; and brother were un- able to attend the funeral' on account. of sickness. ' A. NARROW ESCAPE While motoring up from Toronto With a party of other young• people on Thursday evening mast, Mr. Ernie HIn e r me • t tt with an accident when his dm turned over into the ditch Happily, no one was hurt and the car was but slightly damaged so the holiday was not badly marred by the incident, HONOURED BY CHOIR After the evening service in Wes- ley -Willis church the choir took the opportunity of presenting' M. W. Muteh, Jr.; who was president of the organization, with a gold pen' and Pencil. Mr. W. Wallis voiced the sentiments of the members when he expressed regret at the impending departure of Mr, hutch from the town and Digs. Percy Hearn made thepresentation. p s n. R ev. 117;. Hogg al- so expressed regret at the severance of the tie. Mr. Mutch saidbe would miss the associations of the church and choir, that he appreciated the. help he had received by his connec- tion with them and that he would not soon forget it's happy associa- tione. NOW IN GOOD SHAPE News -Record The Dews -Record was sura .that when The Women's institute . took change a hold an e for the hotter would be made in the Ladies' Rest Room, and events have proved that the assur- ance was, justified. The chairman of the town council property committee, Dir. B. Lang- ford. had the furniture mended and the floor coveringrepaired and dur- ing the past week or so the room has been given a couple of' cleanings apd last week the W.I. committee hung elven white curtains on the front window of the rest room, anti placed. some magazines on the table. Mem- bers also drop in from time to time to see that things are in good shape. It is a great improvement and it is honed that those who make, use of its privileges will co-operate in ]seeping the room tidy and attractive. IIOSPI7.'AL FUND Contributions to the Clinton Pub- lic Hospital Birthday Fund 1931. William Taylor 310.00 G. D. Taggnrt 25.00 J. E. H1VIcovey 2.00 No name , 2.50 No name 10,00 Masonic Loci e, Clinton '25.00 L.0,B.A ,, No. 377 10.00 L.O.L. No. 710 10.00 Oliver Johnston 5.00 lerornen's Institute, Londesboro 10.00 Girls' Auxiliary 25.00 M. D. McTaggart ... 25.00 Women's Institute, Clinton 25.00 London Road Community Club 5.00 Stanley Maple Leaf Club .... 5.00 Ministerial Association "5,00 Rev. F. IL Paull, Bayfield • , 5.00 Grace United Chur•sr 1.50 St, Andrew's United Church, 1.00 2.00 17.00 7,2K 5.00 'Bayfield Women's Institute, Blyth Ontario St. United Church.. St, Paul's 1 Church , Presbyterian Church Wesley -Willis United Church 36.00 Total , $304.26 Mrs. H. T. Rance, complete sot of dishes for eighteen trays. • AMONG TIIE CHURCHES Presbyterian Church The minister's morning subject ivi11 be: "Receiving the Atonement," The evening service will be devoted to praise. The minister will give a 'short address relative to each irynm sung. The W. M. S. will meet at the home of Mrs: •G, D, Roberton on Wed- nesday afternoon next at three o'clock. Wesley -Willis United Church The Sacrament of the Lord's Sup- per will be observed at the morning service next Sunday. The minister's aermon subject win be: "Christ at the Feast" Evening subject: "Twentieth Century Saints." ere -communion service will be held in the church Friday evening at 8 o'clock, when Rev. Geo. Weir of Blyth will be the preacher.. The session will meet in the Bible Class room at half -past seven on Friday evening. The regular meeting of the Girl's Club will be held'on Tuesday evening at 7,30 in the church hall. The Mis- sionary topic -will be taken by Mrs. Pickard and the literary by Mrs. Gaudier, - Ontario Street United Church Morning sermon subject "Jesus Appeared in Another Form." Even ing: "Four Chariots in the Road." Sunday school anniversary services will be held Sunday, April 26th. Rev. Dr, Archer Wallace, of Toronto, as- sociate editor of • all United church Sunday school periodicals, will be the speaker for the day. The W.M.S. held their Easter Thankoffering meeting on Monday afternoon, when Miss Hattie Turner gave a splendid talk from the third chapter of the Study 'book.' Appro- priate musical numbers were given by Misses Carol and Ruth Evans, and Miss Marion Gibbings. Mrs. Milton Wiltse gave a reading which also carried out the Easter thought, ou 8ht, Ra - phails 'celebrated picture, "The Ma- donna," was studied and described by Mrs. McInnis, in an appreciation of, the World's most famous artist, the BARN BURNED • Mr, Frank Tyndall of .Hallett lost his barn by fire just before noon yesterday. All stock was reproved except some pigs, xv which could not be r time. got out n m Mr. Tyndall ynd 1 wa § having his barn wired for hydro and Mr E Crich was at work at it, hav- ing it nearly completed. 11 is sup- posed that a spark from the blew toreh used in soldering the pipes ig- nited sorne straw ureide the barn, al- though the work at the time was be- ing done outside, The fire gained headway so quickly Chet if was (life ' fi.eult to get the • stock curt in time. The Clinton fire engine was taken out and it was probably the moans of .saving the hennery, which was in clan- ger. The loss is partly covered by insurance. SUCCESSFUL SHOW The Clinton spring fair was fav- oured with better weather this year than for some time, the sun. shedding its rays all day, although there was a bit of a cold wind blowing. There was a large entry of stock and one might go a long way before seeing such a fine lot of horses '- gathered together in one place. These had been coming in since the pre- vious day, many being stabled in town for the night. Shortly after one o'clock evith the town bandi in the lead, the stock to be shown was paraded the length of themain gl� por- tion of the town, halting in the square facing the post office and the judging was commenced. The cattle classes were not so well filled but the quality was of the best. There was perhaps the heaviest en- try list in the horse classes ever re- corded at a' Huron County Show and the quality was all that could be desired, the placing of awards being rendered difficult by the fine unifor- mity of the stock. Judging was not completed until after six o'clock. The attendance was large, people coming from long distances. An entertaimirent was held in the town hall in the evening. The Bob 1Virson Concert Co. of Toronto fur- nished the program. Thie was el l patronized, the hall being filled to capacity, Secretary Elliott and the manage- ment had a busy day. Representa- tive ;McLeod of the Ontario Depart- ment of Agriculture and his staff were "on their toes" every minute. The department offices and board room were convenient for executive work and as a rendevous for many visitors to the fair. Following Is a full list of the prize winners: Cattle ,Shorthorn Bull under two years- Oestricher Bros., Crediton, 1 and 3: Roy E. Pepper, Seaforth, 2, Shorthorn -.Heifer 2 years, Eph- raim Snell 1, (only one entry). .Shorthorn heifer, 1 year, Oestrin - cher Bros., Crediton, 1, .3 and 4; Ro- bert M. Peek, Zurich, 2, Sweepstakes 13u11 (ribbon)-Oest- richer Bros., Crediton. iViarkct'Cattle Senior baby beef steer or heifer born on or after Jan. 1, 1930 -Herb Kereher•, Kippen, 1. and 3; Roy F. Pepper, Seaforth, 2; Ephraim Snell, 4. • Junior baby beef steer or heifer born on or after July 1, 1930 --And- rew Park, Mitchell, 1; Roy 1!: Pepper Seaforth, 2 and 4; Eplrriam Snell, 3; Herb Kerclter; Kippen, 5. Boy's judging Contest, Huron Co.. ages 15• to 20; Frank Wright, Kip. pen Mervyn Lobb, Clinton; Harold Vincent, Belgrave; Stuart McEwen, Clinton. Light Horses Stallion, Standard Bred Pacer - Litt Bros., Goderich. :Carriage horse in harness -Henry Youn, Listowel; Wilbur E. Keyes. Seaforth; 3, A. Ferguson, Clinton; John Barr, Blyth, Roadster in 'hasrness --- Manning Bros.,, Lonclesboro; Weston Macguire. Clandeboye, 2 and 3,' Best gentleman's outfit -- Ilenrp Youn, Listowel; Manning Bros., Wil- bur E. Keys, Seaforth, Sweepstakes (Ribbon) -•-+ Henry Youn, Listowel. Lady drivers -Mrs. Ross Chapman Kippen; Mrs. Wes. Nott, Seaforth; Mrs. James Wright, Kippen; Mrs., R. Y. Cox, Clinton. General Purpose Telly • or gelding, 3 years and over --Wm. Decker, Zurich, 1 and 3; Roy Pepper, 2: Team in harness Wm, Deckee, Zurich; Frecl Pepper and Son, Clin- ton; Wen. Hyde, Hensall; J. C. Har- rison, Science Hill. Heavy Horses Clydesdale Stallion, 3 ,years and over-IRobert Murdock, Brucefield; Peter Kilpatrick, Kippen. Clydesdale Stallion, under 3 years -W m. McMillan, Seaforth. Percheron Stallion, 3 years and over -JJ. W. Elliott, Brucefield, Wm, H. Keeler, Dublin. Heavy Draught horses Brood mare, 8 years and over - R. J. Scott. Cromarty; Wtn. Urqu- hart, Mitchell; Charles Stewart„ Londesboro, Wim. Chapman, Bence. field. Filly or Gelding, 3 years 'or ever -- Wen. Urquhart, Mitchell; John Vod- den, Lendesboro; James Scott, Cro- mat•ty, 3 and 4. or Geldin 2 years and under 'Filly g, A. 8. Chalmers{ Stratford; A, W. Etherington, Hensall: Filly or -Gelding, 1 year atsd under anniversary of whose death occur -12-A, ,B. Chalmers, Stratford; A. W. red on that day. 4 (Continued on page 4)