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The Clinton News Record, 1931-04-23, Page 1`he News _Record Est. 1878 WITH WHICH IS, INCORPORA'T I D THE No. 5215-531•d YEAR CLINTON NEW ERA CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, ' APRIL 23, 1931 THE, HOME 'PAPER` ,• WE HAVE JUST PUT IN A, 'LARGE STOCK .0P Ya►ac shaped Cafrh Masses Real Glass—That will steep 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. BRINGYOUR REPAIRS TO US. . a' p. Via, Yettqar • Phone 174w and 174j Jeweler and Optometrist 1 Sale of Coats Take Advantage of this ex- ceptionally Early Clearing Sale of Spring Coats Our Stock is not large but those numbers that are not previously sold will be Marked at Decid- edly Low Prices for FRIDAY & SATURDAY • New Ascot Scarves GAY, NATTY, SWAGGER, DASHING, • AND PRACTICAL. PRICED ATTRACTI- $1.9 5 VELY AT WIN'S " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE . SHOPPE " RIAZ HAS NO BUTTONS UDER EAR THE CAREFUL MAN WILL CHANGE GRADUALLY. A iVI'RDIUM WEIGHT AT THE PRESENT TIME IS THE SAFEST FOR NOW WE'VE MERIM AND HAL, BRIGGAN UNDERWEAR JUST THE RIGHT WEIGHT. A LITTLE LATER LATER, YOU'LL FIND TEAT WE HAVE THE BEST 1\r•ARES IN SEVERAL STYLES: Ra on Sills, 9 Nainsoo�� lt, Balbri a>ia, Etc iSLEEVE OR"SLEEVELESS, SINGLEOR COMBINATION ASK TO SEE OUR SPECIAL HATCHWAY, NO -BUTTON UNDERWEAR AT $1.00 PER SUIT.' AGENT FOR GODERICH FRENCH DRY CLEANING &PRESSING • • THE lIIMOBRISH CO. " A SQUARE DEAL I'OIt IEVERYlMAN" TIIE MARKETS • Wheht, 00e.:• • Barley, .80c. Oats, 25e; Eggs, 10e to 15c. . Butter, 27e to 28e. Live Hogs ,88.00.. FAREWELL GIFT'S Before leaving, Clinton to take up residence. in Oshawa the Girls' Club of Ontario Street Church presented Mrs. L.• W'. Currell' with a beautiful bridge .lamp and : a number of •her neighbors presented her with a sit. ver cream and sugar set. . A FRATERNAL VISIT , . D.D:G.M. Sutter and installing team ofint ntheBruce- field visited d Bruc field L0.0.P. on Friday evening, and installed the officers. The Clinton inen•e o t aenjoyable r very p x n7oya e time at Bruee£ieid, as they Say the members of that lodge have mastered the art of hospitality and are. unexcelled as hosts. A•• SUDDEN DEATH IV/r. James Campbell, a native and life-long resident of McKillop town- ship, who died very suddenly on Saturday last, S ay in his seventy-fifth year, was the father of Mr. H. Campbell and a brother of Mrs. John MeKinley of Clinton. The funeral took place on Monday to Maitland - bank cemetery, Seaforth, THE OLD MAID'S ASSOCIATION The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Clin- ton Presbyterian church presented the humorous play, "Old Maid's As- sociation," in the town hall on Thurs- day evening last to a full house, those taking part showing the result of much training. The play, which does not pretend to be anything but humorous, cen- tred about an association of unat- tached females organized for the purpose of promoting matrimony for its members but, according to reports presented, their success was indifferent, although. the members did not seem to be very particular. 1 They were becoming a bit'diseourag- ed too, when a French professor carne along and explained that he i had h machine which would trans- form old women into charming young girls in no time at all. They were greatly intrigued with the idea but somewhat fearful of the exper- went but their president gallantly i Offered to submit to the ordeal and, stipulating that she wished to be "'young, slim and a good golf player," went fearfully into the contraption, , the crank was turned and in a few minutes a slim young girl emerged and drove a celluloid ball or two into the audience. And the other Indies, thus encouraged, went in in turn, choosing the fora; in which they wished to emerge, and a cook, a musician, a society girl, a soloist, an elocutionist, a college girl a male soloist, a couple of pipers and a dancer appeared. Four ladies went in together at the end and a miniature bride, groom and a party of little attendants, daintily attired, appeared, after which the lights were dimmed and the "ghosts" of their former selves appeared on` parade. The costumes were old-fashioned, some of them being very handsome. Some were very old, of the style of one hundred years ago, others of a much later period, and they changed the'appearance of the wearers to such an extent' that many were not. easily recognized. Mrs, (Dr.) Axon as Jerusha Eliza Bangs, was President of the -Old Maid's Assoication; the Secretary -1 treasurer, Rebecca Retrace, Mrs,' Ross Forrester. The members were Minty Clovertop, Miss Eleanor Mc Kenzie; Marianna Melissa Black, Mrs. (Captain) T. W. Morgan; De sire A. Mann, C. Streets; Hepsibah Odelia Olds, Mrs, E. Ward; Ann El- lenPa t t terl y, C. Mrs. M. Jordan; May Havm eran, Miss A. Mcllwain; Petun- ia 1 Pickles, Mrs. John Neelans; Ser- ena ITasben, Mrs. J. E. Cook; Chanty Hopegood, Miss Annie McDonald; Rachael Ketchum, Mrs. G. D. Rob -1 erton; Belinda 4iiiss, Miss D. Streets; Anthonia B. Susan,. Mrs. Fred Mutch; Rosabelle Do it Well, Mrs. John Neil. ' The part of the French i Professor was taken by Mr, G. D. Roberton, who made a suave and polite Frenchman. Each one of the old maids had a duplicate in the per- sons of charming young girls, or when the choice was a change of sex, men, each of whom looked and acted the part • to perfection.` Amongst these were: Miss Cartherine McTag- gart, who took two parts, Mrs. Dou- gan, Mrs. Keine, Miss Jean Mutch,. Mr. Ballantyne, Miss Elva Cook, Miss E. Snider,,Miss Bell, Messrs, F. and W Mutch and the bridal party, Bil- ly Cook, Barbara Forrester, the bride, and ;the attendants, Jean Morgan, Helen Sharp and Helen Shaddiek. Assisting the local talent were the following artists: Archibald Ballan- tyne, soloist, Brussels; Mrs, I. B: Kaine, elocultionist, Seaforth; Miss Margaret Bell of IRensall, who danc- ed the Highland Fling. Mrs. (Rev.)' C. E, Dougan of the home church al- so, contributed solos, which were hueh appreciated, Miss E. Snider, the church organist, acted as -accom- panist and also contributed a piano solo, and the Messrs, Mutch contra I buted pipe music. Mrs. Deugan di rected the .performance, l A MEMBERSTIiP DRIVE iDuringthe month,- .of April the Canadian Legion has been conduct- ing an intensive Membership drive in order to bring 'intomembership P many returned men who li e in the villages and country' nixy outside of the larger towns and cities. The Canadian Legion represents the unity of the_ many returned sol- dier organizations that came into be- ing after -the war and is a democratic and non-sectarian organization that stands for a strong And united com- radeship, . perpetuating the spirit born of a conunon service in a gem- tion cause during the days of war. It has ever before it the welfare of thereturned men andtheirdepen- dents, e - t i de n P enc the r e•v inof the d s e es r at n mem- ory, pm ory, deeds and records of those who gave their lives in the great war, and to foster loyalty amongst the public and education in the principles of patriotism, duty and unstinted public service, The Canadian Legion has today some 300 . branches in the Dominion and a fast growing membership. The officers of the local branch are: hon. -President: Col: II. B. Combe. Lt President: .of C. J. W. Shaw. 1st Vice: Major M. D, McTaggart. 2nd Vice: S. L. Lucas, Sec. -Treasurer: It S. Turner. •Chaplain: Rev. Capt. K. McGoun, .Executive Committee; G. M. Coun- ter, L. J, Cree, F. Pingland, T. G: Murdoch, Theo Fermin*. AMONG THE CHURCHES The Synod of Hamilton and Lon- don, Presbyterian Church, convenes in Knox church, Goderich, on Mon- day, April 27th. ¶4411 On Tuesday, April 28, at '9,30 a.m. the Huron Presbyterial Society will meet in the United church, Hensall, All women, Y:W;.A.'s, Circles, Band Workers and all W,M.S. members and friends will be welcome: Mrs. R. S. Longley, who has served several years in West China, will be present and speak. , Presbyterian Church The minister's morning sermon subject: "The Test of Deseipleship." Evening: "The Passing' of Religious Opportunity." • Baptist Church • The members of Clinton Lodge No 83, I.O.O,F., will attend service in this church on Sunday evening at seven o'clock. St. Paul's Church The A. Y. P. A, will visit the A.Y. P,A. ,of Trivett Memorial ehureh, Exeter, on Monday evening, April. 27th. , The Laymen's Association, Huron Deanery, will meet in St. George's church, Goderich, on • Tuesday, April 28th. Rev. Canon Skey of Toronto will be the guest speaker and his subject will be "The Lambeth Report en Marriage in Relation to Divorce and Birth Control." Dinner will be served at the church at six -thirty. Ontario Sheet United Church Sunday School Anniversary Day on Sunday next, with Rev. Archer Wallace, D.D., of Toron- to, poet, writer, eloquent preacher and Associate Editor of all United Church Sunday School Periodicals and supplies, the special preacher at services at 11 a.nr. and 7.30 p.m. Mass meeting of Sunday Schools and congregations of both Ontario Street and Turner's will be held at half -past two. Special music at all services. A large uteri's choir consisting of the men's choir of Turndr's church and Ontario street, will render spec- ial music and lead the singing at the evening service. Wesley -Willis United Churoh The Thank -offering meetin of the W.M.S. was held on Friday evening in the letcure room, Mrs, Hogg pre- siding. The devotional parts of the service were taken by Mrs, McKinley, Mrs. Venner and Mrs. Fowler. Mrs. E. Paterson and Mrs. Hearn sang very sweetly the duet, "The, Shepherd of Love is Seeking the Lost" The speaker of the evening was the president of the Huron Pres- byterial, Nlrs, (Rev.) W. P. Lane, of Seaforth. Her subject was "Prayer." She, stressed the importance and ef- ficiency of prayer in Missionary work. The missionaries should be "backed up" by prayer as well as by money. The speaker referred to a native Japanese evangelist, Dr. Ice- gawa, who has launched an enter- prise for winning one millions souls for Christ, with prayeras his chief resource. She said the need to pray is just as great as theirs, and em- phasized the fact that prayer was the greatest need, more so than men or money.. The speaket.gave verses from the Bible and stories to illus- trate her meaning. She also brought interesting messages from each field where the United Church supports missionaries, • She mentioned Africa where a thousand gather at the sun- rise prayer meeting and where ev- ery African who becomes. a Christian India becomes a Missionary. so Al China, Japan, Korea South Formosa, Trinidad and Canada, The meeting was brought to a close by prayer led by Mrs. French, after which a social half hour was spent, HAVIi GONE TO OSIIAWA Mr, L. 117'. Currell came up from Oshawa last week -end and on his return was accompanied by his wife and children and Mrs cn el i' s fa th. er, Mn T. Shipley. They had their household effects. a recon last week vd 1a and will now make their home in Oshawa. Clinton friends are sorry to lose this family' from town but wieh therm success in their new home. TO ADDRESS BREEDERS Mn., R. W. Wade, director of the Ontario Livestock Branch, will ad dress a meeting of livestock men tri the office of the Agricultural Repre- sentative on Saturday afternoon at two o'clock. Mr. /Wade will explain toall interested livestock men et th e bonus sYsto for the improvement t of. livestock, and organize a live -stock association, REORGANIZED FOR GOLF The Clinton Golf and Country Club has been reorganized for the season with the following list of officers: Hon. Presidents: G. D. McTaggart and Col. H. B. Combe. President: H. R. Sharp. Vice: J. E. Hovey. Sec. -Treasurer: S L. Lucas. Committee: M, D. McTaggart, Dr. gg , A. C. Gandier, Sheriff Middleton, F. 0. Ford. The Golf Course i s no w open for play, a number of members having already tried out the course, finding it in good shape. If circum- stances warrant the services of a pro may be secured for a short per- iod this season. A meeting was held in the council chamber on Tuesday evening of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Clinton Golf and Country Club, when a re- organization was effected for the season. Mrs. J. E. Hovey, last sea- son's president, occupied the chair and Nlrs. Fred 0. Ford, secretary acted as secretary, Ma. Bovey said she thought there should be a couple of vice-presidents elected, also that some honourary presidents would assist very much in entertaining visiting players from time to time, taking some of the res- ponsibility off the president. She suggested, also, that there were some ladies who would like to be- long to the club as asseociate mem- bers but who did not wish to play, and it was arranged that such should be admitted at half the club fee. The following officers- were elect- ed: Hon, -Presidents: Mrs. G. D. Mc- Taggart, Mrs, H. B, Combe, - President: Mrs. J, 1;. Hovey. 1st Vice: Mrs. W. D. Fair. 2nd Vice: Mrs. S. L. Lucas. ,See. -Treasurer: Mrs. H. R. Sharp. Convener Social Committee: Mrs. M. D. McTaggart, Convener Sports Committee: Miss Agnes Combe; assistants: Miss Cath- erine McTaggart and Miss Mary Ilovey. H. AND S. CLUB AND COUNCIL The Home and School Glob and the Huron Home and School Coun- cil `met in the Collegiate auditorium on Tuesiday evening, a good repre- sentation being present from the local Club and also from Goderich but none Borne from :Seaforth; al- thoughthe meetingwas held for some time awaiting , their arrival. The Council is made up of five members ,fropt each Club in the County. Mrs. A. T. Cooper, president of the Council, presided and after the open- ing hymn, "0 Canada," welcomed the visiting members to Clinton. Reading of the minutes of last meet- ing and other routine business was attended to and arrangements were made t0 have a picnic at Bayfield in September. Mrs. G. T. Jenkins then reported for the extension committee, in- timating that prospects were good for the organization of several more Clubs in the county, especially at Exeter, Wingham and Londesboro. Mrs: W. J. Plumamel reported for the mental health committee, She said that Dr. Chalk of London - and two experienced nurses would visit Clinton, this being a central point, and after scone discussion it was de- cided to hold a meeting on May 21st. Mrs. J. C. Gandier, treasurer, gave the financial report, showing a nice 'balance in hand. Mrs. Cooper then gave a report of the 0.E.A, bringing many valuable hints which the Clubs might profit- ably carry out during the year. The Counties of Huron and York are the only two in the Province having' Councils. At the conclusion of the business of the Council Mrs, G. T. Jenkins took the chair for the meeting of the lo- cal Club and various committees were heard from. .:The visitors contribut. 'ed the program, which consisted of a solo, "Loch Lomond," by Bliss Hume, which brought a callfor an ,encore, a• "piano duet and encore by ;Mrs. Jenner and Miss E1- liott, a Couple of readings by Billy 'Jon Johnston, a solo and encore by Miss Wilson, and short addresses by Mrs. Parson, who thanked the Clin ton ladies for the h'ospitalitiy extend- ed, end Mrs. Robertson,' who extend-' ed a warps invitation to hold the next meeting' of Council.' in the Central school; Goderioh Atthe conclusion,. of the program Mrs. Herman and her committee•took charge of the; social` hour, when re- freshments were served. • INTPRESTING• ANNIVERSARY On Monday last a happy family gathering was held at the house of Mr. and Mrs. W., H. Watts the special cin •' he if - occasion b t f f Y g first anniversary of their weddin . g As a matter of feat the date was March 26th but the gathering was put..off until the later date for the convenience 'o£ those who heti to come some distance, Mr, and Mrs Watts were married at Ilfracombe, Devonshire, England; in Mara 1880, and carne to Canada and to Clinton twenty-six years ago. They have been worthy citizens and bate won many friends in the land of their adoption. They have, a family of three sons and two daughters: Fred and Mrs. A. r.Cudmore and Mrs. E. Lawson of Clinton; Thomas n of Stratford and Sydney of Montreal. Also seven grandchildren.' The fam- ily were all home for the reunion with the exception of the youngest son, Sydney, of Montreal, who sent a telegram of congratulation and good wishes. He will probably come ng later in the season. 'Besides the grandchildren who were present there was a little grand -nephew, George, son of Mn. and Mrs. T. G. Scrhbbins, who is a great favorite -in 'the home, A very happy time was spent by the members of the family, the only drawback being the delicate health of the mother, who has not been well for some time. Indeed, the celebra- tion of the Golden Wedding was put off Last year on account of Mrs, Watts' health. The members of the family pier seated their parents with several gifts, showing their love and thoughtfulness. PASSING OF FORMER CITIZEN The following is from last week's Boissevain, (Man,) Recorder, and refers to a former well-known citi- zen of Clinton: "Around eight o'clock on Monday morning Mr. John' Dayment pas- sed away at the age of 77 years And 8 months. For the two years prier to his death Mr. Dayment did not enjoy the best .of health, but he was able to be around until Friday last, when he apparently contracted the cold that is se prevalent in the district. On Sunday evening the doc- tor was culled and it was found that his condition was Serious. His son, Elliott; of ICuroki, N.D., was notified and he came over to, be at the bed- side of his father, Arriving hero at 2.30 on Monday ntnrning. Mr. payment was a carpenier.by trade, and ,did a large contracting business in the east,. After his wife's death fifteen years ago, he moved west and followed his trade up to a year ago. On taming to Boissevain, Mr. Day- ment took up residence with his daughter Mrs. R. Stone, with whom he resided up to the time of his de- mise. Notwititstandhng his advanced age he had all of his faculties up to the last, and took a great deal of pleasure out of life. He had a very friendly and kind disposition, and was respected by a large circle of friends, Four children me bereaved of a loving and devoted father: Miss Clara, Mrs. George King and Mrs. Stone, .of Boissevuin, and Elliott, of Kuroki, N.D. Twosisters are .also Mrs. i bereaved: Tr . Smith. who resides in California, and Mrs, Wm. Robertson who resides in the old ]tome town, Clintoan, Ontario." LITTLE LOCALS , Mrs. Len. Cantelon is moving into the house formerly occupied by Mr. G. If. Jefferson, Mr. Clifford Rolland has rented the Morrell house, recently vacated by Mr. W. Robinson, Albert Street, nm th. The W. 0, T, U. will meet an Friday afternoon at three o'clock at the home of Mils, Win. Hiles; Ontar- io street, be heldfor the re- Ameeting will organization of the rifle club in the hall above O'Neil's store on Friday evening at seven -thirty. • The women's rest room was closed several days during the past week ,owing to repairs being made to the plumbing connections, Mn. W. Glen Cook is in London for a.couple of weeks taking a short course iu electrical frigidaire, to fit hint for 'an agency he has taken, Owing to uncertain markets and the fear of losing instead of making money the Home and School Club will not make a paper collection this year. ' The young people of St. Paul's Church will meet in the Sunday school room on Friday evening, Apr. 24th, at seven o'clock to organize a tennis club. lVfrs, W. I•I. Bali has returned to her own home, Nigh street; after spending the winter with her daugh- ter .and •son -sit -law, Mi. and. Mrs, W. S. R. Holmes. • Mr. and Mrs. W L. Johnston en- tertained the staff of the Cooper store ori Tuesday evening, when a very enjoyable time was spent in gamestand music, • The fountain in Library Park has been painted green and bronze, mak- ing a bright spot in centre. But the color doesn't blend well• with the white and blue .of the new urns. HE'S NOW DE..HOGG • At an impressive ceremony in comiection;•.with the convocation' at Victoria on. Tuesday evening Rev. E Hogg, gg�, mmi sto • t of Wesley -Willis United church, Clinton bad conferred upon Jilin the hnomary degreee e of Doctor o r Divinity. f DI n ty. Dr. Nogg was. one of f our ministers. so honoured, one of the others being Rev. Bruce .Hunter of London, who •has preached on more than one occasion in Clinton and is known to many here, The candidates were presented to the Chancellor by Rev, Dr. Gandier, Principal of Ern- j manual College,brother of Dr. J. C,. Gandier of Clinton, Dr. Ilogg came . to Clinton from • - Southampton over fourteen years ago, being inducted as pastor of Wil- lis Presbyterian' church. After the consummation of union in 1928 the congregations of Willis and Wesley. churches amalgamated into one and Dr. Hogg became pastor of the ma- ted congregation. Early this year he announced his intention of seek- ing a change of paatorata at the end of the present conference year, al- though the work'. of the church has gone on very smoothly during his pastorate and his departure will be much regretted by the congregation. Dr. Hogg is considered one of the ablest preachers in the Conference and devotes much time to the pre- paration of his discourses. , He is al- so possessed of much executive abil- ity and is a good organizer. IIe took a very keen interest in the re- building of the church here, which was destroyed by file a few years ago, many of the details being work- ed out by him. During his early ministry Dr. Hogg spent some time in the West and has never ceased to take a keen interest in the work of the Church in the Prairie Provinces. Friends in Clinton are much in- terested in the new honour which has been bestowed upon him, HAYFIELD Mrs, 1Vebb, Miss Webb and Mes- srs. Sam and Bob Bell of London spent Sunday with the former's son,. E. C. Webb. Messrs, Thos. and Robert McCurdy and Miss A. McCurdy of Stratford came last week to spend the next few months at the former's home south of the village, llfv. and Mrs. Leslie Stirling and fancily have moved to John McGee':+ farm north of the. village. Mr. and Mrs. George Holman of Goderich spent a few days last week at the home of the latter's parents. Mi. and Mrs. John Pollock, Mr. Harold Seotchm,er, who has been at 0.A.C., Guelph, since last fall spent the week -end with his parents before leaving to secure employment for the holidays. •Rev. George McKay of Formosa. son of Dr. McKay, the noted mss• sionary to the Formosans, will be the special preacher at the Presbyterian service in the ,town hall on Sunday afternoon at three .,'clock, Mrs. Alfred Howe. of Haliburton came on Monday to visit her aunt, Mrs. Wm. Hinde. 'Mr. and Mrs. Fronk NI. Erwin and Master Bobby Saucier of , Kitchener were the guests of the former's aunt, Mrs. F. A. Edwards, over the week- end. Mr. and Mrs. George M. Fish - err, Master et Jt iny and Helen and Mary of Waterloo were also her guests on Sunday. Dr. and Mrs. L, P. Lewis returned' to Toronto on Monday after having spent the week -end with Dr. and Mrs. N. W. Wands. Mrs. 8. L. Buchan accompanied them to visit in Toron- to. Mr, and Mrs, L 'B. Smith and Mas- ter Glen Smith of London spent the week -end with Mrs. Smith's parents, Mr, and Mrs. Chas. Parker. The Young People of St. Andrew's United Church held their regular Meeting on Thursday evening, Ap- ril 16th, The speaker of the even- ing was NIr. Paterson of Clinton who gave a most interesting talk on the geography and history of Bruce County. bliss Mabel Scotchtoer, con- tribeted a piano solo, The topic for the next meeting, April 30, will be a debate: "Resolved that modern spectacular stunts do more harm than good," John D. Woods, who has been with his .daughter in London for seine time is spending a few days in the village. Mrs. Thos. Brandon and three boys returned home on Sunday after hav- ing spent a fortnight with her moth- er in Waterloo, Mrs, C. B. Chapman and daughter, Dora, of London spent the week -end at their cottage. Mrs A. Leitch, Miss Susie West- lake, Walter Westlake, Robert and W'pn, Orr motored to Tobermary one day last week. Mr, and Mrs. C. R. Will of Lon- don were at their cottage over the week -end Mi. and Mrs, G. Koehler ,of Zurich spent Sunday with the'"latter's sis- ters, Misses Frances and Ethel` Powiie. . Miss Lottie l:'Higgins, of London vis'- - ited, her .parents on Sunday. The Huron Presbyterial, of the W.M.S.-will be held in HensalI TJni- ted,:chureh en Tuesday ,next, corn- mencing.at 9.30 a,5a. It is Hoped that a .number from the' local eongrega attend, ]I tion. n will a Mr, Fred Heard left` on Sunday. to take a position with Lloyd's in Strat- ford. For the past eighteen months . he has worked in O'Neil's store is Clinton,