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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1925-06-18, Page 1WITii WMCHI • NCORPORATED 2 11 471h Year THE CL1NTON NEW ERA. ONTARI,C), THURSUiy, JI.,INE tit, 192,5 THE HOWIE PAPER LOCAI., IVIARKETS Oats, 40c. . _ I...Butter 30e to 32c. Eggs, 21c to 27c, Eggs, 21c to 26e. eat, $1,40. Barley, 05e to 70u. Buckwheat, 60c. Yor• the Zride Let your gift to the bride be 4ilverware We have a large assortmeet of Silverware to choose from 011„ YES! THE RING. We have the neweet in wedding *rings White, Green and Yellow Gold. We are -experts on relpairs of ell kinds. Should'your clock need repairing, let us know, we will call for it, put it in good condition, and return it to you. Yielltiar JEWELER and OPTOMETRIST • Phorte 1.74etie • .lemBliiiliguemeamme Residence 174 MINOW•mft•RON09.1.41,91011.00, FIFTY YEARS MARRIED. The Rev.' Dr. and Mrs. Joseph , Philp "of Hamilton, celebrated the ; fiftieth anniversary of their marriage on Thursday, 'June llth, and spent ' the day qnietly\with their son Doug- las, and his family in Torono. Dr. I Philp was stationed at Blyth at the ,netlfoedist his pastor at Holmeaville riage and was the when the present church waaabuilt. Many people hereabout will remem- Ibee him and, his good wife and .-will waft congratulations and good wishes to them on this happy ocacsioli.' .4•111111.0=Mi The Wonderful MeClary Electric Range By harnessing for your ben- efit the mighty power of elec- teicity :this wonderful range tra.nsfees thie power into clean heat, and brings it under youe .tontrol by the mere tithing 0 o Mita. Your heat comes to You in stantly, you use it aS long as., you require it, yon turn it off when you are through. USE youn OWN UTILITY —ern PAYS HYDRO SHOP, Clinton 1.1.0.11COMI 100.1.•40.011=1.0.0•••.. MEN'S SUITS and Extra Trousers 22.50 to $25.00 HOTS' SUITS and Extra Knickers $8,90 to $10.00 • Specials ill Nell s Suits Men's Suits at $10. 10 only Men's Suits, some made with Slash pockets and Belt, Sizes 34 to 40, to clear at $10.00 :et . Men's Suits at $15. 30 only Men's Suits in all wool, tweeds, And worsteds medium and dark shades, in broken lines and sizes, ranging in price from $18.00 to $25.00 Your choice of the entire lot, at $15.00 Men's Suit's at $25. At this price we are showing a very ex- tensive range,in all new styles, in tweeds, brown and blue serges; and hair -lined stripes. ,Sotrie with extra- pair of trousers $25000 TUF 11011111311 E!,11.1)1111NS CO. A Square Deal for Every Man BELL—HANNA, The marriage was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George II. .Elliott, at noon Tuesday of Mrs. Moth's niece Miss Pearl Hanna, and Mr. Harold Bell of Port Huron, Mich. The Rev. C. J. Moorhouse was , the officiating, clePgyertan. The bride wore a handsome g ; of sand colored, satin -faced crepe ' carried a bouquet of bridal re She was even in rnarx‘iage by uncle, Mr. Elliott, and was unatten except by her cousin, little Miss P Elliott, who, clad in et pretty b rade 11, dainty little ri bearer. Miss Edna Elliott Iola the evedding music. , Only inunediate relatives witnessed the -ceremony and after the wedding luncheon M. and Mrs. Bell left en the three train for a honeymoon trip \to Toronto, Niagara and Buffalo. They vrill reside in Port Huron. The bride is well known in Clinton, having resided for some time with her grandparents here, the late James Graham and Mrs. Graham. Her Clin- ton friends wish her long life and happiness. AMONG THE CHURCHES. A united service of the congregat- ions of Wesley, Ontario street and Willis chimeras vill be held in Willis church on Sundayemorning at eleven o'clock, when as.far as possible the features of the great inaugural ser- vice, held in Toronto last -week, will be reeeated. A progyani of the service is being prepared. and it is hoped that every member of the three congregations who ean attend ,evill do so. A. union choir will lead in the service of song. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will lbet administered during the ser- vice, the three pastors artd the ste- wards and elders assisting. ' It is expected that this will be a memorable service and the members of all the cengregations are locking forward to it, own and ses. AN ENJOYABLE LECTUR E FORR,Ei E Rev. W. E. Donnelly of Exe a lecture on "Marriage; Th Peak of Success" in the street church on Monday eve der the auspices ,of the Young Peo- ple's Society. The " lecture was Lull of wit and wiklem and was listened to with great pleasure by a large. _number of those who havealready tested the truth of the lecturer's claim and, those who are only con- templating it. GRADUATES AS NURSE. IVIiss Helen Winnifred Holmes, daughter ef the Rev. A. A. and Mrs. IldlIlleS of Clinton, was one of the,. class of graduated who received their nurses' diploinas from Wellesley Hospital, Toronto, -on Faiday last, the ex- ercises being attended with pleasing ceremonies. 'Rev. Mr: Holmes, Mrs. Hallos and Miss Ethel were present ter the ceremonies. • Also, Miss Gwen Holmes came up from New York to see her sister graduate. ter gave •On •Saturday evening, June 13th a e Pil 09 quiet wedding took place at the home Ontario of Mr. wid Mrs. Thomas McLaren ning un- Mitchell, when their daughter Hattie, was united in wedlock to Fred G. For rester, C.N.R. agent, Dublin, son of the late D, A. Forrester,' Clinton. The ceremony was l'performed by Rev, H. L. Bennie, pastor of Knox Church, and on the some eveningthe newly - married couple left on a short motor trip. Mr. and Mrs. Forrester will re- side in Dublin. Clinton friends will wish Mr. and Mrs. Forrester long •life and happiness. CLINI'ONIANS WILL PICNIC. her PASSING OF "MISS VANEGMOND.• ded earl lue ng- Yed II 'ir 11 li The Rev. Dr. 0.0. Pidoon of Tor- • onto, rnitister„ ,of the Bloor street Presbyterian church, was on Tuesday by a standing vete elected moderator of the General Council of the United Church of Canada, Rev. Dr. Pidgeon has been chairman of the Union C0111 - Idittee and hes alwayp been most en- thusjastic ire the cause of Union. It was Ou the motion of the Rev. Dr. • Chown, general superintendent Of the • Methediet church, that Dr. Pidgeon was elected, without nomination and by the ballot of the secretary. I If 11 ff Rev. D. Ephriarn Scott of Montheal was elected moderator of the Gener- al Aseembly of the Contirming Prds byterian Church. -St. Joseph's Church A mission is being tonducted this week by the Redemptorist Fathers, commencing each morning at ten. ' St Pain's Church •' The annual flower service will be held in the church next Sunday morn- ing. There will 'be- a special address to the children. The rector's even- ing subject will be "pardon and Pew- ee.” Presbyieriant Church .Serviee Will be held in the Baptist church at eleven o'clock, Sunday. The prea,cher will be the Rev. Dr. Larkin 'of Seaforth. Sunday ethool at ten o'clock. Wesley Church • Sunday school and Brethobeed at ten o'clock on Sunday morning, Mr. J. A. Irwin will address the Broth- erhood. ,At eleven', o'clock the congregation will unite with *Ontathe and Willis eongregations ,in a union service in Willis, eelebrdting the formation of the tInitecl ChtMeh of Canada.. Oetario Street Church Morning elapses will he withdrawn on Sunday, The congregation will enter into the -.union service of the three local branches of the United Church of Canada, which will be held in Willis church at eleven o'clock. The pastor's eubject at the evening service will be: "The Church's Ap- peal to Men." I The Junior league meets on Friday evening at seven o'clock. Salvation tAgrey On Sunday, June 28th, there win be a great farewell of Salvation Army Officers. This will affect Staff, Field veld Social officere, and Captain Clarke of the Local CO3VS will offic- ially farewell from Clinton, His etre:, cessmeie at pthedeleunknown but an- nouncement will be made'later- The Annual Sele-Denial Campaign has successfully come to a close and the local orficee de.sires to thanIc all tbe people of Clinton for the response o the appeal, This t"ear the sum of ,1261.00 Was raised, an increase over last year of $11.00. After a few days' illness, following a steoke, Miss Euphemia Caroline VanEgmend, daugther of the late Edward and Elizabeth VanEgmond of Hullett, passed away on Saturday. Stiles VanEgnaond was born in Hine lett township, on a farm on the Hur- on road, east of Clinton, and she had spent nearly all her life in the com- munity, havieg bean for a nurnber of years a resident of Clinton. Per some years she had not been in very robust health. She is eurvierdd by one brother, James VanEgmond of the Gravel Road, north of Clinton, and four eisters: Mrs. John Fowler and Mrs. Peter Hawthorne of Hallett, Mrs. Edward Hinchley, Sertforth, and Mrs. Edward Jones of Victoria, B.C. Mrs .Jones left with her husband aud a party about a fortnight ago to motor to Victenda after spending the winter here. The funeral took place on Tuesday from the home ,of Jr, James Van- Egmoncl. The services were con- ducted by the Rev. C. T. Moothouse and the pallbeare,th were six nephews;. Dr. IL Fowler of • town, Dr. Fowler of ltfelfillop,. Peed Fowler Hallett, J. VanEgniond of Detioit and Fergus VanEgmond of linllett. Interment was made in the Egenorld- villa cemetery. LITTLE LOO.ALS. Read evety page of this isetie. A 2unnber attended •the Goal:lett races yesterday. Mr. W. Wilson, the neve C. N. R. operator, is on duty the past week. Mr. J. 'H. Lavis Was in Detroit this. week, brin'gii2g back with hien a couple of new cars. The W. C. T. IT. will meet in the lecture room of Wesley church at three :o'cleck on Friday afternoon. The load express office has been notified to look out for stolen ex- press orders, taken from the office at Cargill. Dr. Brown's garage has beet ent- ered twice recently and parts of hie ear etelen. Didn't think Clinton had a sneak thief, but It looks that way. Chautauqua dates are July 14-15- 16-17. The program promises to be a good one, . There are tveo plays this year, on the first and third evenings. The Huron promotion examsfor the Public schools will be held on Wednesday end Thursday, June 24th and 2,nth. Promotion papers are be- ing seta to all schools. The friends of Mr. Bert Deeves, Who has been very ill in London end who is stilr in the hospital, will be pleased to know that he is improving and is able to sit tip. Some interesting items of early history in Clinton will be found on page 7. Former residents now tieing elsewhere will be especially interest- ed, but 'twill be found goo& reading -for anyaite. The tot o'clock train was overan hour late. Friday night last, having neen delayed by a wreck caused by a train leering the track below Guelph. Fortunately no one was injured, al- though several cars left the track, which was plowed up pretty badly. , Mr. L. E. Doherty of Stratford, a fernier resident of Clinton was eleet- ect president of the Y.IVI:C.A. for a second term at the annual meeting held on Tueeday evening. "Lou's" old Clinton friends are glad to know he is" not "growing weary in well doing." • The Departmental exams. start Monday next. Principal W. IVI. Er- win goes to Seaforth as examiner, but returns to oresido over the en- trance exams, whieh commence Wnci- nesdaya• Me, A. Fe Johns and Dr. Field will preside over the Depart- mental exams in Clinton. A lot of improvements .are being made this season, lots of paint being put on. The Hydro Block has been painted, besides a number of individ- ual lousiness places, along the main street. Mr. John McKinley and Mrs. J. T. Crich of Isaac street are among the latest householders to apply a coat of paint to their reeidenees. Rev. Meek C. Remball of Morden, Man., who visited relatives here be- fore going on to Toronto, where he was one of the commissioners at the last 'Presbyterian General Assemble and also a member of the General Council of the United Church, preach- ed in St. Paul's (formerly Methodist) church, Toronto, on Sunday evening. • Those Detrait Clintonians are keep- ing up their enthusiasm. The local Old Boys' Committee will have to ex- tend themselyes to provide entertain- ment for so active e contingent. The secretary sends us the following no- tice: At the last general meeting of tee Detroit and Windsor ClintoMans a picnic was arranged to be held on Belle Isle the evening of June 25th at 0:80 o'clock, the picnickers to meet at the 'pavilion -opposite the Belle Isle Bath House. This is to be an old- fashioned basket picnic to remind you of the good old times at Hay- field. Souvenirs for the ladies, nov- elties for the kiddies, smokes for the men. We will hear reports from the several committees regarding. the "Old Home" Trip, These committees are working hard foe your enjoyment the first week in August in the Old Town." CLINTON 10, WIENGIIANI 0. • The lacrosse game between Wing - ham arid Clinton last Thursday was rather -top heavy. The play and score was decidedly in favor of the Clieten speed artists . The first per- iod, opened as if it would be a merry tassel, when Winghaini sidetracked every effort our boys made to score. However, ib was not long entil 'some pretty combination work was, started, Middleton to Elliott, to Rorke, to Robertonl to Meech and IVIutch; it wag pleasant to watch, and it is such com- bination plays that wins games. The defense was air tight, Big "Bill" Muth and MeNeil are a pair of dan- dies; Mike Cook danced a happy jig while keeping his man from doing any, damage. Fulford had an easy night of it in goal, but Bill will get more to -ito in the next few games, Higgins and Dodds also did effee- fey° week and shared in the glory of scoring. The game Was clean, only one visitor serving a penalty. The band went to the grounds and gave the elayers and fans a few well -selected -numbers. The boys ap- 'predated their kindness in turning out. The crowd was Ontappointing, the number having paid admission is es- timated at 115, The boys deserve bet- ter Support: They play fast, clean lacrosse, practice three night a week and certainly would be pleased to have a -bumper crowd at their next game, when Igitchell will be here. "It will be Red Hot." They go to Mitchell on Friday and -would apprec- iate support from the home tvrn. Kinburn took in $200 at then' foot- ball match last week. Clinton la - cram boys will be satisfied with $100 at their next game with Mitchell. Watch tor bills and keep the date open. JULY 14-15-16-17. ' The Chautauqua Entertainers'evill open the Chautauqua on the first af- ternoon, Jule l'ath, with a most ar- tistic program. Following a prelude by this company a most unique and entertaining program will be given by Pietro La. Verdi, ' known rip the man of many ' talents, an inwieson- ator, singer, 'crayon aetist, ventril- oquist and musician, 00 entertainer extraordinary. On the evening, of the first day will be presented the English drama "The Mollusc,' by a compeny of 1VIetropol- ltan players. A popular concert will be given on the second afternoon by the Kiser Sisters, featuring „costume numbers, Vocal duets, violin solos and readings. These entertainers have tf. record for return engagements. F;ollowing a prelude by this company in the even- ing a lecture will be given by Honor- able Frank Church, "A Spoonful of Sunshine." On the third afternoon will be Pre- sented a very interesting program by the Yfarionettes. This will be not only is novel program, but something worth while and entertaining alike to adults and children. The great sparkling comedy, "Her Temporary Husband," will be given on the third evening by a splendid east of characters., This will be one of the feature attractions of the pro- gram. The Creation Tanabourica Orchestra will gine a splendid coneeet prelude on the fourth afternoon of the Chau- tauqua. This will be followed by an interesting 'lecture "Gold Negget," by II. Truman Goeden. For the closing program pf the Chautauqua a grand musical concert will be given by the Creation Tam- botirica Orchestra. This program will consist of opera selections, popular and patriotic songs and tambourica Music.. -Music day,on the Chautauqua this 'ysar will engage the attention of accomplished musicians, but it will also IDrovide popular numbers which furnish -inspiration and entertainment for.all. Isi addition to the above program, special attention will be given to the children during the second, third and fourth mornings of '''the Chautauqua, be; wOrk will be in,charge of compe- tent Junior Workers. WON FIRST CLASS HONOURS. Mr., Robert Hunter, who recently convicted his lirst year at the Uni- versity of Toronto, took first class honours, standing third in a large class. Robert took a Couple of schol- arships last year and his Clinton friends are expecting him to make a brilliant course. Here's wishing him good health and success. A FRATERNAL PRESENTATION, On account of his age and failing health, three of the older ineinibers of Murphynodge called on Mr. J. Pinch, sr., one evening recently and made him a -gift to show him that he is not being forgotten by. his •Orange Breth- ren, Taken entirely by surprise Mr. Finch was deeply touched by this ad- ditional token of their esteem a,nd goodwill. NOW FULL-FLEDGED ,DOCTORS, • Among those admitted to the Col- lege of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario on May 11th by examination were the following Clinton boys: Har- vey Frederick Potter, son of Mr. and Mrs. 0. W. Pater, and Manley Adhir Shiplee, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Shipley, • Congratulations are •due these young men who have thus succesi- fully completed their medical mese. Their friends here wish them equal success in the •practise of their pro- fession. Willialu Ceoil Johnston of Exeter, son, of Mr. W. II. Johnston, formerly of Kippen, was also successful in com- pleting this course. • MRS. IIIBBERT'S FUNERAL. The funeral of the late Mrs. 5.5 Hibbert took place from her late resi- dence, Princess street, on Friday af- ternoon last, • the Rev. C. J. Moore house conducting the service at house and graveside. The pallbesteers were T. Potter, JI. Tebbutt, L. and W. Law- son, W. 11. Cole and Dr. Evans. The funeral was :private. Relatives from a distance were tMr. and Mrs. Percy Hdbbert, Toronto and Mr, Frank nib - beet, Goderich. Many very lovely Dowel's were sent by sympathizing friends. - Miss Elsie Hibbert wishes to ex- press her sincere, appreciation of the .kindeese and sympathy shown her during. her mother's illness and -since her death. , • HURON OLD ‘130YS' PICNIC. The annul picnic of the Huron Old Boys' Association, of Toronto, will be held in Areas 5 and 6, Exhibition Grounds, and in the Transporthtion Building on Friday afternoon, June 26th, when a full program of games, ete., has been arranged for the enter- tainment of the old boys and girls of the Haneer County of the Dominion. Needless to otfit, snitableeprizes will be awarded to the successful compet- itors, and the athleetS, both young a nd old, are advised to bring along their running togs..• , All .Hurenitee and their friends will be made doubly welcome. Conte and bring a weli-filled bas- ket, and ,leave your troubles at home in "Your old kit bag," CLINTON GIRL BA.KES PART, Miss Dorothy Rorke of Clinton was one of the students at Alma College, St. Thomas, to take part in a delight- ful musicale given by the pupils of Miss Oleta Vord, also a Clin- ton g i 1„ an d Miss Munro, director of Physical Edueation, in IVIeLachlin Hall, Alma College, as a feature of the commencement exer- cises. In its aceount of .the prograrh, the St. Thomas Times -Journal says: "Miss DorothY Rorke played "H I were a Bird' (Hensolt), with excellent technique and interpretation,•as well es a fine sense of rhythm," Following the eecittel, the members of the audience were the guests of Miss Munro and Miss' Fortl at after- noon tea ibL the drawing room of the College, and Miss•Rothe was one of the been* of girls who assisted in serving the guests. A TRIP TO INDIANA. Mr. S. 13. Stothere returned Mon- day evening after a trip, in company with two op three other County Re- presentatives, through the State of Indiana. They were accompanied by Mr, Duncan, whe is in charge of' the Depaetment of AggicuItural Repre- sentatives. MI% Stothers Met the other melt- bere of the party in London on June 6th and they r..)roceeded by motor to Poet Huron, Detroit, Toledo and Poet Wlayne, the latter place being about fifteen miles over the line into Ind- iana. Two County Agents, which is the official title of the American ee- preeentatives, met them there' and conducted them through the State. They visited the ,experimental farms, outstanding individual farms, etc., windieg tip at Lafayette, wheee the State Agricultural College is situated. The 'hip was exceedingly interesting as well as instructive, Indiana was suffering from a dry spell, hay, eta, being teeny for eaten and haedIY covering the stubble. Oats were also very short. However, corn is the great crop there and dry weather is geed for it. The party ran into the rain at Cleveland on the way home, Mr. Stothers says two things that struck him as they drove theougn the country were the frame buildings and the painted barns, Almost every farmer has his barns painted. They c are not any better fitted inside than the Ontario barns but they make a 0 better appearance from the outside. 11 Everywhere the party was treated R with the greateSt hospilality. At ei Munsey they were cnteitained by al the Rotary Club. They came home en via Cleveland ancl Baffalo. LITTLE LOCALS. A meeting of the Chautauqua guar- antors, and ail interested in making the Chautauqua of . 1925 a success, will be held in the council chamber on Monday evening at eight o'clock. ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED. Mr. and Mrs. John G. Gibbing s an flounce the engagement of their Od- ' est daughter, Flossie m., to Mr. Wil- liam R. Tasl‘er of Preston, eldest son of Ides. L. Lawson, Clinton, the =T- riage to take plate quietly the end of June. - ATTENDED FAMILY ItEDNION. Mk. and Mr.s John Telmer attended the 'Webster picnic at Lucknow on Saturday, which was attended -by a very large eumber, from Goderiele Tee Stanley, London, Toronto and, ,other places. 'Ibis is ,always an en- , joyalele gathering and, although the afternoon Was wet it did not inter- fere with the program Of entertain-, ment as the gathering was held vite • der cover. Hayfield will be the place of meeting next year. MR. ERWIN LEAVING CLINTON Mr. W. M. Erwin has tendered his resignatton to the Collegiate Board and has accepted the principalship- of the Dundee Collegiate, Mr. Erwin has been in Clinton for two years and his resignation was ac- cepted by the board with regret, He has been very successful and his in- fluence, inside and outside the school, has been for good. His removal from the town will be regretted and good wishes for continued success will fele low him to his new home. Mr. Erwin will be in Toronto reade ing examination papers during July and win not move Isis family from Clinton until after the Old Rome AWAeiewk. DID IVIUOnt GOOD. Saturday's ram did* wonders foe the crane hereabouts, although we could stance quite a bit more of it. In convethation with the District Repeeseetative the other day on crop conditions in Huron The brews -Record . was informed that the hay ]would be light, as might be expected after the long dry spell. Oats, too, nee patchy. Wheat is fair and if weather condi- tions favor, may be an average men Corn and beans; which are mostly , •grown in the south of the county, are very good. Fruit.will be a light crep, apples not setting very well, arid - early fruits very poor. With good weather enoditions froni now on, however, Huron may have a fairly good crop yet this season, People You Know Miss Mae Davies is spending this week' in Bayfield. Mr. Hairy Sellery of Chicago spent the week -end in town with his sis- ' ter Mrs. A. 'P. Cooper. Mr. apd Mrs. McPhee of Eastwood are spending a week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. IVIeDonald. 1VIrs. 3. E. Brooks of Mitchell visited • 'her parents, Mr, and Mrs, Wen. Cantelon, the beginning of the week. Mr. and Mrs, J. C. McTavish cif Ed- monton have been visiting his sis- • ter, Miss McTavish of town, arid calling on old frieeds in Clinton and in Stanley township this week. IVIr. IVIeTavish is a native of the second of Stanley and has a warm • spot in his heart foe the old home locality. Mr. McTavish conducts a • 'Businees College in Edmonton, • Coderich Township Miss Mina Middleton of Goderieh is visiting eetativee- and friends in this • MX. John Beacom is up awl About again after his severe Meese. Mr. Arthur Welsh is busy improve ing and repairing his house. Mr, Fred Thompson lost a ye/liable horse last week through :lockjaw. Some people in :our neighborhood are suffering from mumps. The pupils of S. S. No. 10 are look- ing forweed to a picnic seem kr. W. Cook of Litcknow recently eteee visited his cousins, Mr. and IVIrs. Alert Elliott of the London road. Loon ndRoad , . Mrs. Davidson met Wfth an inecr- tunate .accident the other day, when she stepped bankward into a PiPehoie ,in the'floor and fraetured a bond in her instep. She was taken to a hos- pital in London. The U. F. W. 0. meets today at the home of Mrs. Swinbank, when there will be a demonstration of bread and bun baking. IVIr. 1.5' 3 Falconer has purchased a new sedan. Ir. Ir. Waldron is installing a water system in his barn. Old friends of the late Mrs. J: Mc- Eenzie of Brucefield were sorry to hear of her death. She formerly re- sided in the community and was well- known here. We are pleased to report Mrs. Mc- Cnight, sr., improving after her re- ent A large number of the members of se local U. F. W. 0. Club went to, 10 home of Mth. Hough, the Mill d, last week to meet the Previn- el Setretary, TI,UV.,"$', who gave 1 interesting ftChirO. Mrs. Hough leatained the visitors very hospit- v.