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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1931-04-09, Page 51'll'URSDAY, APRIL 9, 1931 THE CLINTON NEWS -RECORD Page cJ LONDESBORO Mr. :Carman Moon, who is attend - Ting Westervelt School of Business, 'London, spent the week -end with his nearents. Easter visitors hero included: Mr. and Mrs. Pipe of Gaileridh, at the Thome of Mrs. D Mountain; 1\lr. Cow- an with his daughter, Mas. Robt. 'Townsend; Mrs. J. Blear of Mt. For- -est with her -sister, Ma's. W. Brund eson; Mr. Jas. McCrae of London with This parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. 1VfcCrae; Miss Mary Wood at the home of her -parents, M. and Mrs. F. Woocl; Mr. Eph. Gray of Palmerston and 'Mr. Bert Gray of Stratford Normal are enjoying Easter week at the 'home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. -Wm. 'Gray. Mrs. R. Townsend is enjoying the -company of her daughter, Dorothy, of Stratford Normal, during Easter week. Mr. Will Tamblyn and family of Toronto spent Eastertide with his mother, Mrs. J. Tamblyn. Mr. Harve Morris and family, also Mrs. Burgess, all of Toronto visited for a few days with his aunt Mrs. J. Manning. The Easter service on Sunday morning in the United church was in charge of the Sunday school, which almost filled the centre pews. Mr. Chas. Stewart, the Superintendent, presiding. The choir consisted of the junior members who very ably did their part in leading the service of 'song. The pantomine rendered by the younger children showed mite clearly the customs in the heathen lands. Mr. Wm. Lyon read the scripture lesson and Mrs. Fratlk Tamblyn told the Easter story. The paster, Rev. J. W. Johnson, gave a very suitable address. The program throughout was quite interesting as welt as instructive. The church was nicely decorated with bunting and Easter lilies. The evening service was in charge of the Young Peoples' Society. A- bout fifteen of the young people ren- dered the paneomine "The ernes." in a very able manner, which held the interest of the audience. The service held on tbe.evening of Gond Friday was in charge of the "Friendly Class", who supplied Tench of the p'•ogram. The Rev. Mr. Far- rell of Clinton gave an address and the pastor spoke. There was a fair attendance. The regular meeting of the Wo- man's Institute was held in Commun- ity Hall on March 81st, with eighty present. The meeting opened by singing the opening ode followed by the Lord's Prayer in unison. The regular business transacted after which the girls tea charge as it was Gi'•ls' Day. Fier this part Miss E. Brigham occunied the chair in her usual splendid and capable manner. A very liunereua reading was given by Miss Jean Ball. Miss Ella Atm - strong also gave a reading. The re- mainder of the program took the form of a pageantillustratingsever- al well-known songs, the songs be- ing sung behind the scenes, and was nuch enjoyed by everyone present. Each number was particularly well done and the girls deserve credit for their excellent perfotmenee. The first number was the Quilting »arty and was cleverly taken by Misses Mamie Shaddick end Beth Shobin•ook dressed in wedding costumes of a generation ago. Each verse was well portrayed and brought a hearty applause from the audience. "The Girl I Left Behind Me," was Miss Elsie Manning, who weeping sent away her soldier sweetheart, Miss Lillie Garrett, one of the most beau- tiful scenes was played by Misses Zelda Scott, Verde Watson and Olive Sprung, who as sailor lads and las- ses acted "She was a Sailors's Sweetheart" Perhaps the most touch ing scene was acted by Miss Verda Watson, who as a charming Red Cross nurse effectively portrayed "The Rose of No Man's Land. This was sung as a solo by Miss Alberta Snell and was very impressive. "Sil- ver Bell" was also a beautiful num- ber and was very well played, the scene being acted by Misses Bell Roberton and Mary Caldwell in re- gular Indian costumes. Miss Elsie Manning was a picturesque Hiawaian girl, while "Alaoe" was being sung. The popular song, "Let Me Call You Sweetheart," was splendidly 'acted and brought fourth hearty applause from all present. Miss Mamie Ross was the pretty sweetheart while Miss Mary Cartwright made a handsome lover, "The Blue Bells of Scotland", was aeted•by Miss Isobel Nott in re- gulation Highland costume. "Polly Welly ,Doodle,' proved the most hum- ourous number on the program and was taken by Misses L. Brigham and Alberta Snell and certainly judging by the laughter with which . the aud- ience greeted the number it was much enjoyed. Each number was so well performed that all deserve con- siderable praise for providing such an unique entertainment which had the added attraction _if beauty as well. Mrs. (Rev.) Forster then spoke on "Temperance", and brought fourth many startling facts well worth knowing and remembering. The meeting was then brought to a close by singing "God Save the King," af- ter which all repaired to the base- ment where the girls served a dainty and delicious supper. The tables and room were tastefully decorated with crepe paper in Easter colors, candles and pussy willows making it most attractive, A hearty vote of thanks was tendered the girls for this very splendid afternoon, Miss Esther Lyon received word last week of the death of her broth- er. Benjamin of Brandon„ Man., which occurred in the Brandon hospi- tal, where he had been just one Week. The death occurred on Mar. 29th. The funeral was held from Broekies funeral home on April 1st. The R.ev. Mr. Prichard of Brandon essisted by Rev. Mr. McKay of Zion Carnegie, taking charge, iVlr. Lyon was in his 73rd year. He leaves two sons, Joseph and Bennie of Carneg- ie, and a daughter-in-law, Mrs. John Lyon of 'Brandon, with whom he made his home. He also leaves two brothers, Thomas and William of Hullett, end two sisters. Mrs. Them- es Sampson of Palmerston and Miss Esther Lvcn of Londesboro. His wife p•cdeceased him one year ago fast gentember. Mr. F. M. Pickett has opened e tir.smith shop in the village, which will be a convenience to citizens and the community. The Wbmen's Institute will serve their pie supper in the community bell tenter Ow, Friday, evening from Bye to eight o'clock. • AUBURN Those visiting with friends and relatives here over Easter: Miss Is- abelle Fox of Whitechurch with Mr. and Mrs. E. Philips; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Beadle and Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Ladd of Detroit at their re- spective parents' hones; Mr, and Mrs. Walter Jones from near London at the- home of the lady's parents, yr. and Mrs. S. Lawler; Mr, Charles Robertson and family of (iederich and Mr. Ernest Robertson of Toron- to at the home of the Misses Blair en Geed Friday; Mr, Steven Medd of Woodstock at the home of his par- ents; Mies Ethel 'Washington of De - pet ITarbor and Miss Anna Dobie of Jamestown at their parents' homes; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hibbert of God- erich at Mrs. Hill's; Miss Marian Mortimer° of Toronto at the manse. Mee and Mrs. Nelson Hill anent the week -end with relatives at Port El- gin. Mr. and Mrs. Germiey Thomnson of London are spending a month here with relatives. Miss Margaret Ferguson spent the week -end with relatives in Goderich. The Easter Cantata, "Palms of. Victory," given last Friday evening in Knox United church, will be a- gain presented on Sunday evening at 8 o'clock. Everyone is welcome to attend. Mr. 'Win, Mitch and family of Clinton spent Sunday with friends in the village. The death of Robert Medd occur- red on Tuesday menden this week at his home in West Wiawanosh, a- bout a mile west of the village. The late Mr. Medd had been ill for a day or two but not thought serious, although he suffered from asthma, and passed away Tuesday morning. He is survived by his wife, two brothers, John of West Wawanosh, and James in the village, two sisters, Mrs. E. Phililps and Mrs. John Sym- ington, both living' in Auburn, one daughter, Mrs. T. McNall and one son, William, of Goderich. The sym- pathy of this community is extended to those bereaved. The funeral of the late James Straughan of Colborne township was held on Tuesday afternoon from the home of his son, Calvin, in Goderich Interment in Colborne cemetery. Deceased dropped dead on Satur- day last in his hone in his 78th year. He is survived by his wife, his bro- ther, George, and three' sons and two de,,ghters. The funeral of the late Robt. Medd will take place 'from- his late resi- dence in West Wawanosh on. Thurs- day afternoon. Deceased was in his 68th year. Interment in Ball's cemetery. Next Tuesday evening the Y.P.S. of Knox United church will be in charge of Mr. Chas. Scott, Mission- ary vice president. There will be a lecture and lantern slides given by Rev, Dr. Mortimore on China, and - a varied program.' BRUCEFIELD Easter visitors here included: Miss Ina Scott, Misses Irene and R. Sni- der, Mr. L. Boyce and Mr. Alex. Ad- dison, all of London; Mr, Lance Nor- ris, Mr. W. N. M:eQueen and Miss Laura Swan of Toronto; Miss Grace Ross of Windeor; Miss Emma Mc- Donald of Goderich; Mr. and Mrs. West of St. Thomas; Mrs. Riley of Brussels; Mrs. Smith of Exeter. Nurse Rohner of our village 'is moving her household effec:s to Goderich this week. • Mr. Kipfer, the barber, has rented the Walker Rouse from Mrs. John Walker. Mr. Clifford Broadfoot has sold his garage to Mr. H. Dalrymple and Mr. J. Cornish. CONS i'� SNC E Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Riley, Miss Mary Cooke and Miss Edythe Riley of Clinton spent Sunday in the viI- lage, Mrs. Leo. Stephenson and Master Dt•nald. are snending a week in Sar- nia visiting relatives. Misses Blanehe and Elva Wheatley of Toronto are snending the Easter vaert;on at their hone here. Mr, Larne Iawson of Toronto is • spending the Easter holidays at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Lawson. Mr. Frank Riley returned home en Sunday after visiting for the Past week or so in Clinton. e are story to learn that Mr. Victor and Miss Lelia Cook are con- fined to their hone through illness. We wish both a speedy recovery. VARNA Mn. L. Beatty is spending a few days with her daughters in London. M". and Mrs. •George Beatty spent Sunday at Mrs. Iloatty's inner home in Kincardine. Mrs. John Rathw'ell has returred home after snending a week with her son, Harold,. in Windsor. r ee..9. rr". Tieid hes reterued ham after spending a couple of n -"'-e with her eon. Ter. Varve Reid of To- ronto. Dr. Reid accomn_ nnied his mother home and :pent the Raster holidays with her. ,Mr. Cecil V'alev of T'et cit e,'ent the Frs*er i.n'idays with his sister, erre. 'Will Reid. Misses Irene and Mary Chnter of London spent Good Friday under the perentai roof. Mr, and Mrs. Gen,•ee peeeer ee Wirdenr reed con, Preen of T,�nrlen etterded the fnneeel cif the former's father, Mr. Alex. Poster. 'Mr. and TTrs. Cliffnrd wpm Cuba are visiting with Mr. Ernest Epee. • On Tuesday afternoon the yennfe people of the rom',,nnity teethe -0e et the home of 1Rr, George lNeT.inehev ere rresented his deeerhter, Miss Ma - bol, with te miscellaneous shower on the eve of. her 1"91'rfee'e. Mt. end Mrs. C eednn Marks reed son, Ross of T'oronfn. spent the week -err] with the lady's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Connell. Sr. Pr.: Clayton 'Ellis, Phyllis Ba11,<. Kenneth Stirling. Jr. Pr.: Keith Stirling. Average attenclanec, 17.86; enroll- ment, 19.—Violet V. Watldne, teach- er. �,. COLBORNE Fine weather has 'opened the roads up considerably this past week. Dust really is flying. I Quite a number attended Clinton' Spring Show on Thursday, among them were Messrs. Melvin Tyndall, Wm. Watson, Vere Cunningham, Ro- bert Bean, David Bean and Bill Clark. !Miss Gladys Treble is home for IEaster holidays from Toronto. We are very sorry to say that Mee:Paul Mandel is not well, as she • has been suffering from a slight• stroke which came Sunday morning Mar. 29th, 'Buzzing wood is quite common in rural parts these days. Mr. and Mrs..Tufford snent Sun- day with Mr. and Mrs. Jarvis Mc- Bride. Miss Amelia McIllwain and Miss Edith Marsh are holidaying at their respective 'homes. Thev are students at Clinton Business College. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Mugford vis- ited with the Maeda] family on Sunday. Mr. T. H. Wilson has rented his farm to Mr. Wm. Thorns. Mr. Wil- son, we hear, intends trying a year with insurance in Grey County. Mr. James Straughen, who lives I near Auburn, died on Saturday mnrn- irrr. Feeling Unwell he phoned: to his sons and then fed lis stock, eanre to the horse, 14t a fire end lay down on the s"fa. When one of the sons arrived he heel 'lust roPed off the sofa endwes lying free dery-e •d en the finer. On sneaking to him tied raising him nn he seemed to onen his eyes a cotmle of times, then he was dead. Mr. Straughan yes up in years and had lived in Colborne a geed mann years. His widow was former- ly Aggie Olds. HOLMESVILLE At the meeting of the Holmesville church board Mr. John Tebbutt was appointed representative to the an- nual Conference to be held in Chat- ham in June. The United. Church was prettily deccratcd with spring flowers and evergreen for the Easter service, when Rev. W. J. Herbert preached an inspiring and appropriate sermon , to a large congregation. Special music was furnished by the chair, un- der the direction of Mr. Fred Potter, who also sang the obligate in the an- them, "Prase to Thee." The solo was taken by Mr. W. J. Yee. Holiday visitors in the co" )muniey included Mr. and • firs. Moss o: Dundas, at the home of Mrs. S. T. Walter; Mr. and Mrs. Russell Boyce and son of Toronto, at the United Clinch parsonage; Mr. end ltT-s. Douglas Ward, et the home of Mr. and Mrs, John Cudmore. Prof, F. C. Fl(ord and firs. Elford of Ottawa visited the lather's father, Mr. A. J. Caurtice. and sister, Mrs. S. T. Walter, for Easter. Mr. and Mrs. D. Glazier of To- mnto spent Eastertide well the tat- ter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George brair. We are very sorry to report that Mrs. William Glenn had the misfor- tune to fall' and break her leg in three places. We hope for a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. A. Randall a"d two children of Sarnia and Mr. and Mrs Youngblutt of Goderich spent Sun- day with Mr. and Mrs, A. Jervis. Miss McDonald, school teacher in the village, is spending her holidays at her home in Teeswater. Miss Josling of Hullett spent Sun- day with Mr. and Mrs. Norman Mair, I Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Jervis and babe spent Sunday with the l.atter's parents at Zurich. Mr. Barrie Walter spent Sunday under the parental roof. Mr. Neil Brothers of Gnderieh spent Sunday at the hone of their uncle, Mr. William Glenn. Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Proctor of Clinton spent Sunday with the for- mer's parents, Mr. and Mrs, Lew Proctor. Master Elgin Snyder, who has been on the sick list, is much im- proved. Mrs. Bennett and children of Gode- rich spent Sunday with Mr. E. J. Trewartha. SUMMEE,BILL The following is the rennet of S. S. No. 12, Goderich and Hullett for February and March. The figures indicate average percentage: Sr. dth—Dena Tyner, 78; Clark Pall. 76; Isobel Forbes, 70; Harry Watkins, 68. Jr. 4th- Clete Ellis, 86; Hazel Ranson, 81; Allan Neal,, W. Jr. 3rd: Leona Rapson, 83; Willa Jervis, 80; Madelon Mason, 76; Thel- ma Hoggart, 71. 2nd: Betty Stirling, 85; Ivan Hog- gart, '70; Freida Ellis, 69;Gordon Rapson, 69. 1