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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1931-06-11, Page 1The News -Record Est. 1878 WIT}I WHICH IS 'INCORPORA.TED. THE CLINTON' NEW ERA The New Era Est, MeV No. 5222 -53rd YEAR CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 1931 THE HOME PAPER: pecia11�d etches1 - „FOR THlMAN OS WORK REQUIRES CORRECT TIME MAY BE BOUGHT AT OUR.STORE • AT REDUCED PRICES ' To h•oirespond to the prices now prevailing on products sold All Kinds and Sizes of Watches Properly Repaired and Promptly made ready for exacting service. All kinds of fancy glasses for your Wrist Watches. Ye11qar Jeweler and Optmnetrist Phone 174w and 174j [...7 Will be not The New been Spring .. 3t.. ..., ..( the price buy Prices Season the N s by here. during will same. a us and will. of goods which have the re- Absorbed affect you Low prevalent main iVlisses' and Women's Whi.te Rayon Dresses SPECIAL $2.95 Short Sleeves and Sleeveless in sizes 32 to 42 Priced as above for quick selling HOSIERY SPECIAL AT 79c pr. This is a regular 51.00 line and comes in two shades of sand, sizes 8i- to 10. Of course they are fullfashioned, 1d'1 t 1 r `a CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " r • r. r. e�. SEE m�,_.. SEE PA E + 14 • .. MEN'S SUITS TAILORED TO MEASURE 24.50 $27.50 $35.00 AGENT POR GODERICH FRENCH DRY CLEANING & PRESSING MDRRISH CLOTHINS�H� CO. " A SQUARE DEAL FOR EVERY MAN "� THE MARKETS- -- . Wheat,60e.: Barley,30c. Oats,- - 26c. Eggs, 1Qc to 15c 'Butter, 20c to 22e. It.ve hogs, $7.75. � OLU'B- MVIAKFaS PRESENTATION The . Girls' Club of Wesley -Willis church hacl a pleasant meeting at the summer cottage of one of the mem- bers, `Mrs. Cree Cook, • Bayfield; on Tuesday evening. The ladies went out in time for supper and after this a program was put on. Later the party went down to the beach and had a bon fire, • During the evening IWrs. .(Rev, Dr.) Hogg was presented by the Club with a set of nice table linen, as a little parting gift, L.O.L. SEMI-ANNUAL • The semi-annual meeting of South Huron 'L.O.L. was held in Clinton on Wednesday evening of last week, all but two. lodges of the district being represented. One matter which was up for dis- cussion was that of the celebration of the 12th of July, the' genertil de- cision being to attend lthe celebration in Stratford on July llth and the one in BIyth on the 13th, as the date falls on a Sunday this year. A distinguished visitor at this meeting was Rt. Wor. 'Bro. Rollo- day,past r grand lecturer of the Grand Lodge of Manitoba, who gave an address. Chas, Stewart, Co. M. of North Hurcn, was also present and gave the brethren a hearty invitation to attend the celebration at Blyth on July 13th. DEATH OF MRS, T. A. WALKER Cedina Hanley, widow of Thomas A. Walker, who for many years was a resident of Clinton, died at the none of .her daughter, Mrs, G. R, McBrien of Detroit, on Sunday. Mrs Walker had been in poor health for some time and her death dame as a relief from suffering. Mrs, Walker was born in Gode- rich township in 1860. In 1864 she was united in marriage to Thomas A. Walker and they took up reek donee in Clinton, where she contin- ued to live until about twenty years ago. Mr. Walker died twenty-six years ago. Later she and her daugh- ter lived for a time in Winnipeg, then in Toronto, but since her (laugh. ter's marriage Ale he had resided with her. Mrs. ilfe rien .is s B the only daughter, one son, Taylor Walker, resides in the. west. Three sisters: Mrs, Mary Elliott, ri to G de ch errs. Arthur Elliott, Edmonton and one brother, Charles Hanley of Van. waver, survive, The remains were brought to Clinton for burial, the funeral tak- ing place from the hone of her nep- hew, Mr. Fred Hanley, Huron street, on Tuesday afternoon, the se•vicos being conducted by the 'Rev. 1)r. Hogg of Wesley -Willis church. The pallbearers were six nephews: M. Elliott, II. M., Geo. and Fred Han- ley of Clinton and G. M. Elliott and and L. Miller of Toronto. The re- mains were laid beside those of her husband in Clinton cemetery. Those from a distance who were here for the funeral included: Mr. and Mie. G. R. MeBrien and Mrs. W. E. Miller, Detroit; Mrs, Stewart Hood L. Miller and G. M. Elliott, Toronto; Mr. and 14frs. Elden Green, Guelph anal Mrs. Earl Hanley, Goderieh. AMONG THE CHURCHES Ontario Street United Church Sunday school at ten am Morn- ing sermon subject: "Building the Kingdom." Evening: "Brooks by the Way." The W.M.S. will meet at the home of Mits. W. S. R. Holmes on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. WVesley-Willis United Church A beautiful flower service is be- ing prepared for next Sunday morn- ing. The junior choir and primary y department will lead the praise. At the evening service the minis- ter's subject will be: "Preparing the way of the Lord." The W.M.S. meets at eight o'clock this evening in the schcolroom. Presbyterian Church eirornin.g sermon subject: "God Our Guide, D ancI atorr Hcalet., aau t Lilt Giver•," Evening: "The- Only Test" The W.M.S. will. meet at the home Of Mrs. Gilmour, Stanley, 'on Wed- nesday, June 1.7th,-at three o'clock. The Ladies' Auxiliary will hold their regular monthly meeting at_ the hoarse, of _Mrs. Forrester an Monday evening, June, - 15th at 8 o'clock. St. Paul's .Church The induction • of the newly -ap- pointed reetor, Rev. (Capt.) K. Mc- Gann, took place in the church yes- -terday evening, alarge congregation being present to take part. in the in- teresting and impressive service. Venerable Archdeacon Sage of London had charge of the beautiful Service.. Rey. A. A. Bice of St. Thomas was tq have preached but owing to bereavement in his family was unable to be present. The Arch- deacon preached impressively arid, in the eerenlony.in connection with snob a service, church the u h wardens hand ed over the aY a s.f the church to the k a rector and he solemnly vowed to per- foeine his duties faithfully. At the conclusion of the publie ceremony the ladies served refresh- ments in the ,school room. - - CLINTON LOSES TO WALTON The first scheduled W.F.A. Foot- ball' game in' the Huron leap was played on the local grounds last 'tI _ day evening with Walton, the gaune resulting in a score of 2-1 in favour ofthe visitors. itors The locals were short two stars players, Don Dale and Art. Nichol - eon, the latter having injured,! his knee • in. the game ; with .Stratford. The team put up a good game- and, with a little more ,experienee will give a good account 'of themselves. The teams lined up as follows: Walton W. Dennison, R, Dodds, W. Montgomery, R.Holland, R. Car- ter, L. Roland, V. Seiz, A: Fargo- herson, E. Haywood, - L. Steil, L„ His knell A Clinton --P. Livexlitore, C. Rozell, N. Lever, T. Morgan, Charlie Wil- son, E. Allan, J. Landesbor'o, Ian Mc- Leod, B. Bill, W. Wright, E. Camp- bell, . Referee, Leo, Stevenson, Kinburn; managers, Joe Carter, Walton; W, Miller, Clinton, DEATH OF 111115. R. TIPLADY Death claimed one of Clinton's most highly respected citizens early yesterday morning, *ben Mrs. Ralph Tiplady passed away after a few week's illness. Mrs. Tiplady ems been a resident of Clinton since her marriage in 1887 and during this time has en- deared herself to a large circle of friends by her many kindly acts of tlxuughtfuiness for others. She was an active member of the many or- ganizations or Ontario street.. United church as well as of tee 1i".C.'n.11. Mrs. Tiplady was fernterly Mary Pake, third daughter of the late Am- os and Susan Pake of Belleville, Ont. She received her education in Belle- ville High school and taught for some time. 'She leaves to mourn her passing her husband and one' daughter. Eve- lyn, her son-in-law, Rev. Donald Me- Lead of Montreal, and their three Young daughters end two sons. • Two sisters also survive. Mee (Dr.) MicKenz'o of IVlonkton, Ont., and Mrs. Robt. Bissett of •Sarnia. and otte brother, Harley Pake, of British Col- umbia, -. The funeral service will be held en Friday afternoon at 2.30 from the family home, Rattenbury street. burial in Clinton ceertery. NEW HEATING SYSTEM St. Joseph's church Congregation Clinton, is making some impatient changes down at their church and inetalling a new central heating sys- tem. t This system will heat the church, vestry. hall and also the par- sonage alongside, taking the place of six oe seven separate heating units, and will be operated from one fire- box. The largo furnace is being erected in what was once the kitchen on the south side of the basement. It will he fed by the cheapest brand of coal, a Iarge coal pit, capable of. lidding a car load of coal, having been built alongside the church and hest will be pined to the residence. efr. W. Rozell, who has hada wide experience, k the building engineer in charge of the work and it ie i)e- ine hashed to comnietien, the eon- -newt to be finished by the middle of July. A new kitchen has been fitted ban and a new stage at the rear of the chureb hall, while a side entrance has been opened into the hall from the outside. The' whole scheme of al- terations, it is believed,will t•o n ve most convenient and satisfactory. The cost is considerable but it is thought the saving in °nal effected will go far to make up for tate out- lay. DEATH OF MRS, H. PEACOCK Although she had net been in the best of health for the Net couple of years, the result of a slight stroke suffered then, death cane suddenly to Sarah Nott, -wife of Mr. Henry Peacock .of Clinton on Thursday last, She, had been as usual until within a few hours of the end, 'having suc- cumbed to a heart attack. ,Mrs. Peacock was born in Tucker - smith, being a daughter of the late Janes Nott and- Ruth Mason Nott, who had their home on the Lanclon i road. In 1908 she, was united in marriage ge t ' her now bereaved i caved hs- u band and for several years afters their marriage they also lived and i farmed in - Tuckerstnith, coming into � Clinton twelve or fourteen years ago. She was of -a very happy and sociable nature and bad hosts of friends, She was especially inter- ested in children and when in health taught in the Sunday school. She was a member of Ontario street Uni- ted church and was active in the women's organizations. She is survived by her husband, her mother, - who will reach her nintieth year next month, three sisters: Mrs. W. A. Grant of. Clin- ton: Mrs. Hugh McConnell of Kin- derekv. Sask.; and Mrs. R. Bailey, Galahad, Alta., and one brother, Fred Nott of Tackorsmith. The funeral was. held oit Monday from her late home, Ontario street., The services et the house and grave- side were conducted by the Rev. F. Cr Fatrli vestal- of Ontario o ekreet n hmch.as l st edbvMt 5.Tlawkr The pallbearers 'were: A. D. McCart- ney. 7, T. Me enieht. R, Hnnta'•, Lewis Peaeeoek, Iddo Crieh .and T. T,ivineekon, Interment was made in Clinton cemetery. • DEATH 0'F' M13.5. 1VIcIVER • Mrs. Barbara MicIver, a well-known citizen of Clinton, died„,,very suddenly yesterday being' found -sitting.. in a chair in her home, she having passed a quietly s t as f she H till q Y t ad fallen .asleep Mas McIver had been living alone for some months but had been to all appearance in 'her usual health. She was "the widow •of William McIv- er, who died many years ago; leav- ing. her a young widow- . with two small daughters. These daughters are: Mrs, Goldie. Graham of Stanley township and Mks, H. II. Sharp of The- funeral will take place from her late residence on Friday after- noon, service to be held at half past three. Interment me rat w)11 be made in Clinton cemetery. a MASONS ELECT OFFICERS . The annual election df officers of Clinton Lodge A.F. & A.M. was held on Friday evening Iast when the fol- Iowing officers were elected: W.M., F. T. Jackson. • 1.P.M., Dr. F. G. Thompson. Sr. W.; H. C. Cox. Jt•, W., G. E. Hall. Secretary, H. E. Rorke. Treasurer, W. D. Fair. Sr. D., 19, A. Fines. Jr. D., H. A. McIntyre. I:G., 11. 111. Maltby. Sr. Sid., W. Cudmore. + , Jr. St a Sid.. Paterson. a e on. 1). of C., N. Ball, Chaplain, C. H. Venner. Tyler. A. Castle. $Card of Examiners, Dr. J. W. Shaw, G. II, Jefferson, W. J. Plum - steel. Auditors: 11. W. Gould, J. A. Ford. Trustees: 1f. 11. McBrien, G. H. Jefferson. C. W. Draper. Installation and inveeture will take place on June 24t1t. An invitation has bean :meepteal by this lodge to vise. the Grattan 1. dire and confer the third degree on 5innday. June 20th. Granton le the birtbplaee of Dr. Thantnson, the re- tiring W M., whose father, the lata Dr. C. W. Thompson, conimomed preetice at Granton, end he looks forward to this visit. A BROTHER KILLED The Clinton Local, published at Clinton Mich., of' recent t w- iles m ries the news of the death due to a motor accident of Rev. L. H. Stev- ens, a brattier of Robert Stevens of Clinton'. i i t 1 and m o' He e t his )a 'la - 1 t h ons' s were both killed. To quote: "The two unfortunate leen had gone to Petersburg earlier in the evening to attend a church supper and social gathering held in the Methodist church there and it was upon their return home when the fatal aceident occurred. As they drew near the railroad crossing in Britt cm Vft'. Clack, who was driving' made the stop for an eastbound pas- senger train, and presumably think- ing the tracks were clear when the passenger train passed, started his ear across the tracks and directly in front of a westbound freight, which threw them in the north of death, Rev. Stevens, who was 'aged 08 years, Inc been in the Methodist ministry for the past 35 years, and for four years has been pastor of the ]Methodist church here and at Springville. He was born at Clinton, Ontario. He is survived be his • wife and slaughter, Miss Evelyn. and a brother Robert, who res -dee a at. Clinton, On- tario, The funeral will be conduct- ed from the 141, E. church this Thursday afternoon at 2.80 o'clock with Dr. John Martin, of Ann Arbor the district superintendent officiat- ing. The body will lay in state at the church, one hour before services. Burial in Riverside cemetery." LITTLE .LOCALS Monday, June 15th, will be Hu- ran's day at the Q.A,C., Guelph. Departmental examinations com- mence on Monday next, June 15th. The first baseball game of the season will be played tonight be- tween Wingham and Clinton on the local diamond. Game called at 6.30. A number of the local irnembers of the Women's Institute attended the District Convention in Goderich - on Tuesday. Mrs. J. McKinley was e ratldelegate. chase Federation on n The vacant lot opposite The News- , 'Record office ie being levelled up in readiness for the dancing floor for Dominion Day, the day of the fire- men's Tournament. At a meeting of the Canadian Leg- ion last night, representatives from the different branches of the Legion in Huron County decided to hold their annual Veteran's Picnic at; Bay- field on Wednesday, July 22nd. After the' first open-air band con- cert of the season on Thursday ev- ening. last' Mayor Cooper' emigrate- lated the players and invited thcln to go to the restaurant and have a treat of ice cream at his expense. At the graduation in connection with the Stratford' General Hospital. which takes place on `Wednesday af- ternoon next, June 17111, a: Clinton girl, Miss Clara Gould. daughter of Mr, H. W. Gould, /will be awarded her diploma. Mayor S. Cooper haserect ;M'ay S 5. C p ed a f 'balcony at theendof the er u ' iS, nn 1 N ala dee Y Steele, over the point of laird be- tween King and Isaac streets. The work Inc ruined the newly -made flower bed below, but no doubt the mayor will see that it is restored. THE STEP TO BE BUILT At :a special meeting of the town council, which ntet for the purpose „of considering tenders, the contract for• erecting a cement • step along the west 'sidewalk on theaide d of Victoria U'IA was iveh a MrElliott. t b k W. f EThe sten is to be so eaustructed that it will serve .as a waterway when th,4 road is :finally rebuilt.. REBEKAII'S PAt VISIT About twenty -fops members of the local Rebekah Ledge motored to. New Hamburg on Thursday evening last and enjoyed seeing that -lodge exemp- lify elle beautiful Rebekah degree. This was followed by, refreshments and a pleasant social time, with 0111- cseieutSaend dancing and happyinter- FORMER rate -FORPER RESIDENTS RETURN - Miss Norma Treleaven, ' only daughter of Mr, and. Mrs. J. W. Tre- leaven of Lneknow, formerly of Clin- ton, has been engaged as organist of the Presbyterian thumb, succeeding Miss Snider, who goes to Kincardine The Treleaven family intend return- ing to town shortly. 1VIrs. Treleaven ntay take the organ for July, as Miss Snider Ieaves at the end of this month. They will be . warmly wel conned by old friends. ENGAGEMENTS ANNOUNCED Mr. and Mrs. 3. • rlifelzarlane an- nounce the engagement of their only daughter, Ann, to Mr. K. 41'. Tay- ]ri, eldest son of the late Mi•, and Mrs. C. K. Taylor of Blyth, the wed- ding will take place the latter part of June. Mrs. W. J. McBrien announces the engagement of her youngest daugh- ter, Mary Elizabeth, to Mr. Hairy Mervyn Ford, only son of Mr, and Ines. Fred. G. Ford of Clinton, the marriage to take place quietly in To- rento, the later part of June. L.O.B.A'S 10TII BIRTHDAY Oe Tuesday evening, Iluron Lodge No. 377 of the L,O.B.A. -celebrated it's tenth anniversary, when the lad- ies entertained the members of Or- ange Lily Lodge, Goderich, and Prin- cess Mary Lodge, Seaforth. A very enjoyable program was put on by the local lodge, after which a very -dainty luncheon was served. There were about ei'i, Pehty-five r - sentstd r a happy y evening was spent by alt. Ilitron Lodge is in a flourishing condition and itsmembers m are notes. getic and enthusiastle. emigrate- lations are extended them on tills anniversary occasion. ASKED TOO MUCH A special writer, sending notes from The London Conference of the United Chureh, meeting in Chatham the past week, had the following re- ference to a cornier and esteemed resident of Clinton: "Rev. D. N. McCanns, at veteran minister, with a record behind him of devoted service and blameless. de- voted life, always is heard with re- speet. Conference as a rule follows his counsel, but, regretfully votes contrary to his wishes, as it did when he moved that the brethren should sit for a Saturday afternoon session He was asking too mech. What were weary men to do when the bowling green and the baseball field were wooing so charmingly worn nerves and frazzled tempers?" SATURDAY'S BAZAAR The annual June bazaar held by �l the __annual of the Presbyterian church struck a rather bad day this year, Saturday being the date chosen, but fortunately the ladies had plan- ned for it to be held in the council chamber, so they were under cover and the crowd came anyway. The chamber was very tastefully decorated, the windows and booths being daintily draped in orchid and yellow. Many useful and ornamental things were offered for sale during the af- tereoon and, in spite of the unfav- ourable weather, nearly all found sale. Those being in charge of booths were: Mrs. Neilans, Mrs• J. W, Cook, Mrs, (Rev, Dr.), Dougan, Mrs. G. D. Roberton, Mrs. Axon, Mrs: M, D. McTaggart and Mee. T. W. Morgan, The members of the Mis- sion Band also assisted and Mrs. Ward, who was in charge of the af- ternoon tea was assisted by a num- ber of the. young ladies. LOSES TO TAIPISTOCK HAYFIELD Rev, M 13, Johnston • of London has vented J. 0, Doyle's ecteege for the summer season M'rs. Johnston and little son carne en Friday Misses C and J 14.a ki R n n ar- rived on Thursday to spend the sum- mer at their cottage on the Terrace, Mr, end- Mb's. T'Vlm. Wightmen, ac- eompanied by Miss Barth, of Dettttit came on Friday to be at their sum- mer home in the village for the sea - sen., Mrs. D. Glass and 141is5 Helen GlassofLyndon are at their cottage this eweek, ' The Venerable Archdeacon W. Jones -Bateman of Goderieh will con- duct the service in Trinity Church. and also throughout the Parish, h an Sunday in the absence of the Rector. Rev. and Mrs. F. H. Paull left on Wednesday for Toronto to be present at the graduating exercises at Trin- ity College and for the Reunion of their classes, The AY,.P.A. of the Parish of Bay- . field, Varna and Middleton held a -banquet in the town hall on Friday • evening, June 5th at which the mem- bers of the side. which lost in the season's contest for membership, at- tendance and program, entertained the side which won to-gether with the judges of the programs and the hosts and hostesses of the social ev- enings spent at various homes dur- ing the season. Ire 1 at.' T hn was ta. etull •o y decorated with streamers in the A.Y.P.A, col- tastefully and white. The color scheme was also carried out in the t•nu quell of blue iris and bridal wreaths. Place cards were laid for seventy- eight and they, too. were artistically done in blue and gold with the A.Y. P.A. crest in the corner, the work of Fred Barges, a member of the "Whites." The tables were arranged in the form of a horse-shoe with the officers seated at the tort, Between courses Mrs. Paull presided at the- piano hepiano for the community singing. Fallowing a sumptuous repast, Carl Diehl, leader - of the "Whites", very ably acted in the capacity of Toast- master. The Toast to the King was proposed by the Toastmaster and responded to by all in the singing of the National Anthem, The Toast to the A.Y.P.A. was proposed by the president, Miss Elsie Blackhall, and responded to by Rev. F. H. Paull, who stressed the four- d platform of the A.Y.P.A.,Work'Worship, Fel. lowsip and Eification. In itemis- ing pealaing of the motto, "For Christ and' t .arch a adjured the members tech h aJ d of the Church to be regular in their attendance. To those members who. belong to other churches he expree. sed the hope that they would be true members of their own churches. itt' also expressed the pleasure which had been afforded him this year 10 working with this society. The Toast to the "Blues" was proposed by Wen. E. Parker and responded to by Kenneth Taylor, leader of the "Blues." who tendered the thanks of his side for the honor dont. them this night. Fred Burgess in'opesed the Toast to the ladle,' which was res - prattled to by Miss Lury Waeocle who was afterwards accused by the Taastmaeter of having treced through history since creation, the superior- ity of woman to time detriment of man. Following this part of the pro- gram a sbor•t business meeting wee conducted by the President in which it was decided to mike donations of the surplus on hand towards the painting of the Rectory, and the fuel of St. James' Church, Middleton, where nearly all the meeting, have been held, The retnainer of the ev- ening was spent in music and danc- ing. 411e splendid success of the af- fair was due to the great antourtt of trouble and work to which the "Whites" went to give the "Blues" of their best. Mrs. Paull was con- venor of the Table Committee, - Ilr. Gilbert Knight spent the week- end with his wife and child at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Gemeinhardt. errs. Knight and little Rcnaid accompanied him on his return to Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. H. Moore and family of Kitchener are visiting the for - moles father, 5, Moore. Mrs. Robt. McEwen and child of Byran and aunt, Mrs. Roe, of Wing - ham are at the former's cottage; The Cedars;'. this week. Mrs. Josephine Glass of London came this week to spend the season at her cottage. HOLMESVILLE :141.. 3. Buller was in Toronto this week, After a lengthy illness, death came, rather suddenly to Mrs. Alfred Jervis in the Clinton Public Hospi- tal on' Tuesday. She had been a patient in Clinton Hospital for a couple of weeks. The deceased, whose maiden time was Fermilia. Halstead, had been a lifelong Cosi- • fleet of 'Goderieh Township, As a. girl she lived on the Maitland con- cession, brat had resided itt the vhl- lege fora number of years. She was. a member of the Hoimesville . United March and took an active part in the various organizations ef the church. She is survived by her husband, three • sons, William, at home,' Wil- fred,f the villagean Lorne,of the o d 14th concession 'of Godericli -Town- ship, The funeral will take 'place this Thursday, afternoon, service to be• held in Iiohn.esville ehureh at half past twee- Interment in Clinton cemetery.. Clinton football team journeyed to Tavistock' on Wednesday night and played the Tavistock W.F.T. team, Gunton Iosing the game 2 to 1, It was a hard fought battle throughout the game, ono of those old -bine, hard -checking,' football games. 'Tavistock won their 2 goals in the early part of the first period, Clin- ton scoring their goal in the second period. The Clinton • boys played hard throughout the game and should have had more goals if lucls had been with them. The return- game between • Clinton end Taviatock will be played here Tuesday, June 16th at 6,36 pen.. cC%inton s line -un at Goal P. Livermore; .; baelcs•-J. Lindsay, C. Rozell; half backs---a Allen, T. Morgan, J. Laiidesboro; forwards, W. Landesboro, A. Dale, B. Hill, D. Dale, W. Weight,. Subs:, E., Campbell, C. Wilson, i'