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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1942-01-22, Page 4PAGE el THE CLINTON NEWS -RECORD MONARCH YARNS are best ASK THE LA DIES WHO USE SUCH WELL KNOWN BRANDS AS • COVE A SUPER10 :R 4 PLY. YARN • 20c PER ONE OZ. BALL SOLD BY A. T. COOPER Phone 36w Mair, Store,' 36j Second ;Floor YOUR HEALTH IS THE NATIONS BEST ASSET Never was a time when our nation needed your best and you owe it to the nation and yourself, to keep yourself in the best Physical condition. Now is a dangerous time for coughs and colds. Have the remedy handy use: CERTIFIED BRONCHIAL SYRUP for the hardest' coughs and colds, maintain your health and vitality by using: CERTIFIED COD LIVER EXTRACT Build up your resistance by taking • CERTIFIED, VITAMIN CAPSULES Regularly. W.S.C1 NTO- . HOINMES , ON PRONE 6I 1 Red Shield The regular meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Fraser with 34 members and 3 visitors present. Ar- ticles brought in were 9 pair socks, 8 suits of pyjamas; 1 quilt;.1 sweat- er; 3 scarfs; 2 slips; 2 child's dresses; 2 pair bloomers, 1 baby bonnett. Don- ations gratefully received were 5. pair slippers from S.S. Ne. 1 Ashfield, Cedar Valley, Miss V. Hanes, teacher; 1 crib quilt from Mrs. Thos. Ghua'cil1; Sporting Equipment for every Sport SKATES—Girls White and Black, come in soon as our stock is �• get- ting low. We have a complete stock of boys skates in all sizes. u . of in all SKIING EQUIPMENT—Skis, from $4.50 p 'Skip es lengths. Ski Boots, Ski Jackets and Slacks, Shirts, and Mitts, also a full line of Ski Wax. Don't forget we sharpen skates while you wait WE WILL BUY ANY USED RIFLE OR SHOTGUN YOU WISH TO SELL. EPPS SPOKT SHOP Headquarters For All Sporting Goods. PORTER'S HILL On Tuesday evening Jan. 18th the annual meeting of Grace United ahurch.was held with a large number. present. Rev. Harold Curry conduc- ted the meeting which opened, with a hymn,scripture reading and prayer. Mr. Bert Cox was acting secretary. The minutes of 1941 were read and -voted correct. Very few changes were made in the :officers. Mrs. Reed Tor- rance retiring steward was returned for a four year term. Mrs. Will Cox was nominated organist, which she declined, but after some persuasion kindly cemented to take it. Rev. -Curry tendered his resignation as pastor. Stating that he had consid- ered the matter very prayerfuly and decidedto resign due to personal rea- sons which he dad, not disclose. Re- ports were read, front the different organizations of the church and each reported a good year, with all detbe paid and a nice sum on hand. Lunch was served and a social time enjoyed. 'The sympathy of the community goes out to Mrs. John. Blair in the loss of a husband, to Mrs. Geo. Proc- tor in the passing of her mother, and to Mrs. Les Cox in the death of a ;sister. On bJonday afternoon the Porter's :Hill Branch of Red Gross was held .at the" home of Mrs. John Torrance `with 32 present. The meeting was ,called to older by Mrs. Bert Harris, ?president, and::opeeled with the Nat- Iona' Anthem, then prayer. Minutes of last meeting were read by Mrs. 3.. Torranee and voted correct. Ways and means of raising funds to carry on the work were discussed. Mels. Reed Terrace offered her home for a social evening Jan. 30th, and Mrs. Jelin 'Torrance offered her home for . Feb. 13, both offers were accepted. A quilt, the top donated by Doreen McGuire was quilted;, a lovely lot of articles were ready for packing: 5 complete layettes with 5 more not finished; 25 pair of boys pyjamas six and eight year sizes; 2 quilts and a box of clothing for refugees. The next meeting Feb. 16th, will be held at Mrs. Allen Betties home. Lunch was served' by the north -end ladies. The W.A. 'will hold thein. February meeting at Mrs, Allen Betties on the 12th. i.• , WEDDINGS ADAMS—HALE A quiet wedding took place at Alameda, California,, January 14th, when Erma Vivien Hale; youngest Mrs. G. B. Hale f a Clin- ton, of M ton, Ontario was united in marriage to James Wilbur Attains, only son of Mrs. H. D, Adams of San Diego, Cali- fornia. The ceremony' was performed at the home of Chaplain Linaiweaver, U.S. Navy. The groom's mother and 1 crib quilt and a top from Mrs. Rob- a few friends were present. inson; 2 vests, 1 scarf and 25c from I The bride wee dressed in a navy Mrs. Pennebaker; one afghan from blue, street dress with accessories to Mrs, Evans; one Dollar from M. match and wore a corsage of pink Gould. Subscriptions amounted to $2.51. Best wishes rel a safe return were offered 'Lieutenant Deadman, who is leaving to take up war work at Petewawa.' The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. L. Swan, on Tuesday. V Bantam Hockey. ISchedu e The Clinton Lions, have entered a Bantam hockey team in the. Minor ,Hockey League with "Red" Garen as manager and Jack Nediger and Dan- ny Colquhoun coaching. They play their first game of the season here (tonight) Thursday night it 7 o'-elo- ck with Wingham. Free skating for all children every Saturday morning from 9 till 11 o'- clock at the arena has, been arranged by the Lions. Schedule: Jan. 22nd, Wingham at CLINTON Jan. 28th, Lucknow at CLINTON Jan. 30th, CLINTON • at Wingham Feb. 4th, CLINTON' at Lucknow Feb. 11th; Lucknow at Wingham Feb. 13th, Wingham at Lucknow S.A. Officer Reports For War Work Lieutenant Paul Deadman of the Salvation Army Staff here, who some time ago offered his services in the War Services Division of the Salva- tion Army has been notified of his transfer. Lieut. Deadman left for Toronto on Wednesday and will be stationed temporarily at Petewawa Military Camp. Lieut. Deadman who, has been in charge of the Salvation Army work here for the past year, delivered his farewell message on S'und'ay evening. His sermon subject was "Stocktak- ing." He 'spoke of the pleasant re- lations that he had had with his people here, and the good work of the Red Shield Auxiliary. Women are now taking positions formerly held by men' in Salvation Army centres as the need for men in War Services division is great. Mrs. George Wright, wife of Envoy Wright who is now with the Services, overseas has' been recalled from retirement to take care of the work herein Clinton. roses, carnations and maiden hair fern. After the wedding the Couple left by motor for a short honeymoon trip. On their return they will reside at Alameda, where Mr. Adams is attached to an Aircraft S'quad'ron based there. brother left on Friday last for De- troit. Ptes. James Sturgeon and Thomas Castle of the R.C.R. London spent the weekend at their respective • homes in the village. The Annual meeting of the Public Library Board was held in the Lib- rary on Monday •last for the election of officers', for the year; Chairman, Mis's J. Manson; Secretary -Treasurer, Mrs. Wm. Metcalf; Members :of Board, Mesdames R. Scotchiner; T. Bailey, W. L. Ferguson, R. L. T3as- nett, and Miss J. Stirling and Mr. J. Robinson. Another meeting will be held on Monday, January 26th, for the purpose of filling the vacancy 'caused' by the resignation of Rev. Harold Currie, who is leaving the village shortly. Circulating of books for 1941, Adult books 1,747; Junior books, 530. The library joined the Huron County Library Association, and received sixteen new books the first week in January, these will be changed every three months. MT. and MTs. Grant Turner and Mrs. M. Toms are spending -a few days in Toronto this week. Mrs. N. W. Woods spent the week- end in Hensall the: guest of Mrand Mee.- R. Ii, Middleton. Mrs. F. A. Edwards returned hone on Thursday ,after -having spent the past three weeks in Kitchener and Waterloo, The Finance Committee of the Bay- field Branch of the Canadian Red Grass Society held their first meeting of the year on Friday last. Mr. Mal- com Toms was' re-elected chairman for the year ands Mrs. Walter West- lake secretary -treasurer. They intend holding an Euchre and Dance in the Town Hall on Friday, January 30th. Garde from 8 until 10 o'clock, the music will be supplied by the OKNX Ranch Boys. The Red Gross Society will hold their first meeting of the year in the Orange Hall on Friday afternoon at 3 p.m. The Annual of Trinity Congrega- tion was held in the church January 19th ,at 2 o'clock, Rev. J.'Graham pre- siding. The minutes of the last meet- ing were read and aeopted and re- ports of the various 'societies of the church were presented, all reports, showing a small balance on hand. The officers for the year were then appointed, Rectors warden, Mr. W. J. Elliott, Peoples warden, Mr, Wm. Scotehmer; Treasurer, Mr. Russell Heard; Delegates to the Synod, Mr. Wm. Elliott, substitute, Mr. Wm. Scotehmer; Board of Management, Mrs. Lloyd Scotehmer, Miss Cameron, Miss Lucy Woods, Russell Hand, Charles Geineinhardt and Leslie El- liott. A very interesting and impressive ceremony took place at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Bayfield on Monday evening, in the presence of members and friends of the congre- gation when in an unique ceremony the Mortgage on the Church was burned. This ceremony was perform- ed by Rev. B. F. Andrew, and Messrs. Murdoch Ross and George Dewar af- ter which a Hysnn was sung and prayer offered by Rve. B. F. Andrew. A sing -song of community singing was followed by speeches by those present including: Miss J. Manson, Messrs. M. Ross, G. Dewar, J. Rich- ardson, L. Thompson, A. Armstrong and C. Huston also Mrs. W. Metcalf and Ml's. F. McEwen. Dr. Volume gave a short address and Mr. Wm, Talbot . presented Rev. Mr. Andrew with a leather portfolio, the gift of the congregation prior to his leaving -este week for Bsquinlalt, B.C., where Mr. Andrew enters the Royal Can- adian Navy as a Chaplain. Lunch was served and a social our: enjoyed, the evening was brought to a close by the singing of Auld Lang Syne. V Special Prosecutor Named E. S. Livermore, St. Thomas bar- rister, and son of Mr. and Mrs. James Livermore of Clinton, _ has been ap- pointed' Special Crown prosecutor for the trial of James Flenniken, 16, dur- ing the Goderich assizes opening March 3rd. v Lions Club Activities The Clinton Lions as usual, cele - heated Robbie Burns Night at their meeting Tuesday evening last, when over fifty of them and their guests sat down to a tasty dinner served by the Ladies of St. Peels' church. The guest speaker was the Rev. W. Weir of Hensall who after addressing the Haggis in a most tapable man- ner early in proceedings, later gave a most interesting talk on the'worke o fthe Great Poet and conditions in the country of his birth at that time. .The Haggis, caned on the stalwart shoulders of'Lions Dr. Oakes and Bill Dale, was piped into the hall and around the tables by pipers' Fred, Frank and Bill Mutch and Geo. Han- ley. During the evening Miss Ferrel Higgins favored with several grace - . V teul scotch dances accompanied' by Mrs. Bert Irwin at the piano. Wesley-1illis Girls' Club Burn's night has become quite a The January meeting of the Girl's'. major event with the Lions and their Club was held at the home of Mrs. C. M. Shearing on Tuesday evening. The president, Mrs. Gordon Miller was in charge. For the devotional part of the, meeting Mrs. Shearing gave a reading and Mrs. Paisley a New Ye s e i ar message a wh to Mrs.c- W.M Ewan offered prayer. The annual financial report was read by Mrs. Paisley, and the secretary's report was given. The address', "The Way of Life," was taken by Mrs. Oakes. Highlights and current events of world wide interest for the past 18 years were read by Mrs. R .MacDon- ald. A social half hour was enjoyed by the ladies and the hostess ser- ved a dainty lunch. Mrs. Jefferson's groupp will be in charge of the'Feb- ruary meeting, , v— GODiERICA TOWNSP1P Miss . Kathleen Middleton is visi- ting for a few weeks in London with Miss Kathleen McNaughton. S.S. No. 4 branch of the Clinton Red Cross will meet at the home of Mrs. Fred Lobb on Wednesday, Jan- uary. 28th. , A cOntforter will be quilted. A meeting of the Goderich Town- ship unit of the Federation of Agri- The members of the congregation culture was held ire the board room, and the Sunday school of the Baptist Agricultural Office, Clinton at 2 p.m,,. n Clinton, h : homeof 12th January at which it was decided clr rch, ilei,' met at the to stage a dance in Clinton Town Hall on Friday, February 6th, detailswill be advertised later. The February meeting; of the Gode- rich Township Unit of the Federation of Agriculture will be held' in the school house S.S. No. 6 on February 5th, at 8 p.m., program later. The West -end S.S. No. 10 Farni Radia Forum met at the hone of Mr. and" Mrs. Howard Cox on Monday, 12th Janauary and discussed the wheat question. Subject for next week: Ie the farmer inefficient? Mr. W. A. McGuire was the winner of the tall story competition publish- ed in Farm Forum Facts last week. The S.S. No. 4 Red Cross Unit met last week at the home of Mrs. Ernest Little with a good attendance., The president Mrs. F. Jones, presided at the meeting which was opened, with singing the first verse of 0' Canada„ followed by the Lord's Prayer in un- ison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted. Items of business were discussed, and fin- ished articlesof sewing and knitting were turned in. Quilt patches were distributed. It was decided that $30 be donated to the Clinton Red Cross, also that two meetings a month be held during the winter, months, next meeting to be held, at the home of Mrs. Fred Lobb on Jan. 28th. The meeting was" closed with the National Anthem. A quilt was quilted. The lunch served by Mrs. E. Little and Mrs. Weldon Tyndall. There are six- teen members in the organization. Financial report for 1941: Balance from 1940 ...,$21.32 Amount taken in for the year.186.97 friends nd it would not seem nat- ural if.they did not spend' this evening with such loyal Scots as Dr. Shaw, Angus Morrison, Addison Pegg, Col. Rance and many others. Dr. Shaw and Lion Frank Fingland and other of the elan were resplen- dent plen- dent as usual in their plaid ties. Lion President "Nick" Whyte, han- ded the meeting over to Lion Clarry Connell, chairman, of the special committee for the night and Lion ;tarry was right at home in there. Tail Twister Alex. Haddy had a bad /night collecting fines but then, as he )said,. "what could ,you expect." A quartette of Lions sang one of their favorite songs. If it had not been for Red Garen it would have been an all Scotch quartette. The Lions may not have their Dhamion Juvenile to folblw this year Out they eure love their hockey, Ten Minutes' after the Lion's roar at least 76 percent ,of hem were down cheer- ing for the "Colts." They are again sponsoring several teams in the Min- or Hockey Association as usual. Y Recent Bride Given Presentation Total . . 2Q8.29 Expenses, including donation to Clinton Red Gross, quilt materials, etc.. 106.23 Balance on hand, . . 102:06 208.29 The finished articles for 1941: 16 quilts; 28 pre. socks; 19 scarves; 10 toques; 6 aero saps; '5 pr. gloves; 6 )helmets; 4 V-neck sweaters; 6 tur- tle neck sweaters; • 1 pr. knickers; 13 pr. socks; 1 pr, wristlets; 10 pr. sea- man's long. stockings; 28 pr. sea- man's' socks; 3 pr. flier's anittel 4 pr. rifle mitts, 21 pr. plain mitts; 16 pr. two-wayamitte; 1sskirt. Mr. and Mrs. Janes T. Brown last Friday evening, at which they took the opportunity of presenting their daughter, Mrs. Stewart Johnston, with a silver casserole. A. varied program was given and a social• time enjoyed, after which. lunch was ser- ved. Mrs. B. Grealis made the pres- entation while her daughter, Miss Ora Grealis read the following address: Dear Stella and Stewart: We have met here this evening to honour the occasion of your recent marriage and to convey our best wishes at this happy time. • Your congenial disposition and' cheery faces' have won' you' both many friends in this community. We are glad, that you Stella, 'will not be leaving this neighborhood for awhile, 'and hope you both will be with us for sometime'. to come. As you journey along the pathway of life we wish your health, joy and prosperity. Never give up when trials come, Never grow e'ad and blue, Never sit dawn with a fear or a frown And good, luck will come to you. To convey our good wishes for your future happiness we ask you to accept this gift. Signed: On behalf of the Baptist church and Sunday School. V BAYF1ELD (Too late for last week) A social evening was held, in the Town Hall on Thursday evening, to honor Pte. Lloyd Westlake of the 0. A.M.C. London who expects to heave, soon' for the coast. Mrs. Gairdner president of the Red' Cross, read the address and Mrs. M. Prentice presen- ted Lloyd with a pen and pencil set, sweater and socks. Lloyd thnkedl them for the gifts, all joined in wish- ing him the best of luck and safe return. The evening was spent in dancing,'the music .being supplied by Mrs. J. Parker, Messi't. M. Pollock and George Weston., The general stoek'in the store of the; Tate James IL Reid was sold on Tuesday and the store cloesd. ` Mr. Reid haad been in business in Bayfiled for over thirty, five years. Captain. Charles Ferguson having: spent two week: with his sister and THURS. JAN. 22, 1942 V HOLMESVILLE Mrs. E. Trewartha'and Mr. Sam Glidden visited with their sister Mrs. Bennett in Goderich last weekend. Mrs. E. DeBeau and children have gone to Detroit to be with Mr. De Beau who is: employed, there. The many friends of Mr. Alinr Potter are pleased to know he is able to be up and around after his recent illness. The W.A. and W.M.S. met at the home of Mrs. 'Walter on Tuesday afternoon. The Pres. of the W.M.S.,. Mrs. B. Trewartha opened the meeting by reading a poem, followed by prayer, everyone joined in singing two ver- ses, of hymn No. 123. Minutes, of the last meeting were read and ada- pted. The roll call was answered by verses on peace. The Scripture, les son was read) by 'Mrs. Palmer. A. pleasing solo was rendered by Mrs. E. Potter, Mr. Wilding gave a reading from the 3rd chapter of the Study Book. Miss Dell Finlay gave a read- ing on Temperance. The meeting was closed by singing hymn 156. With Mrs. Walter presiding the' W.A. opened their meeting ' with a reading on New Year's by Mrs. M. Elliott.•^The minutes of the last meet- ' ting• were read and. approved. A program committee Was chosen for a socialeveninginthe, spring, come Mrs. Waiter, Mrs. B.'Trewartha,,Mrs. KEEP lednesda Night February�t open for Free show and Dance in CLINTON TOWN HALL Addie Irwin9s Orchestra It will be entertaing and educational for young and olThere will be a good comedy and a movietone on "Balanced Feeding" All Rural People ,Welcome Canada Packers Ltd. PHONE 145 CLINTON Gardner Motor Sales Chevrolet — Oldsmobile Passenger Cars—Chevrolet Trucks Sales and Service TELEPHONE 234 — — GODERIGE, ONTARIO 1940 Chevrolet Master Coach — low mileage 1938 Dodge Deluxe Sedan — heater and defroster, 1931 Chevrolet Coach -new tires. 1929 Ford A Coach — good condition. 1927 Oldsmobile Sedan, M. Elliott, Mrs, W. Yeo.. Hostesses were chosen for the coming year. It was decided that we )hold a bazaar in the fall. There will be a quilting and Pot Luck Supper, Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Walter. A. dainty lunch was served by the hostesses Mrs: D. Glidden, Mrs. Palmer. Mrs. A. Grange and children visit- ed with Mrs. and Mr. D .GIiddon for a few days last week. While felling a tree last Monday Mr .Albert Bond had the misfortune to dislocate his elbow. Mr. A. Jervis has sold his farm and property ire the village to Mr. John Harris of Porter's, Hill, who will take possession April 1. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Grigg,, on Sunday, Jan, 18, a son, cons gratulations. Mr. and M1s. Les. Jervis enter- tained friends on Monday evening in honor of Les' birthday. Mrs. N. W. Trewartha visited with Miss S. Acheson on Sunday last. Misses Charlotte and Betty Stock of Clinton were weekend guests with their parents Mn and Mrs. M. Stock, The Good Neighbours group of the Holmesville Red Cross held a social evening at the home of Mrs. Rees Jenkins ,on Friday. A variety of games and contests were enjoyed. A bountiful lunch was served at mid- night. Before dispersing to their homes, Mrs. J. Huller on behalf of the group thalrked the host and hos- tess for their hospitality and. kind- ness, This group held a similar ev- ening recently at the home of Mrs. Lorne Jervis and the collection from the two socials amounts to eleven dollars. The group acknowledge with thanks a donation from Mr .and Mrs. John Batkin. George Armstrong Named Huron Warden George W. Armstrong, reeve of Hay Township, is the 1942 Warden 'of Huron County. On conservative cau- cus of 15 members he was chosen on the fourth ballot of a field of five and his election was later made un- animous in open council. Ie his inaugural address, Warden Armstrong declared for a total war effort but also went on record as op- posed to any drastic curtailment in road construction and in favor of bolding the International Plowing Match in this county next October and for which a $2000 County Coun- cil grant is being sought. Fifty years, old, Warden Armstring was born in Hay Township on the same farm which his grandfather, who came frons the north of Ireland, out out of the bush and which his father further developed. He ia' an extensive bean grower. He married, Jessie Buchanan of nensell, and has three children, Harry, Jean and Betty, He has nine years ire municipal life, six as reeve and county oouneiler. For the past year he has been on the road commission. 'In religion he is an United church and in politics a Conservative. , - Oaths of office to the warden and coungitory were •administered by Clerk N. W .Miller, and the devotion- al period was eonducted by Rev. A. J. McKaye. of Goderich. Wien of 309 40, 50 PEP VIM, VIGOR Subnormal? Want normal pep vim, vigor, vitality? Try Ostrex :Tonle Tablets. Contains tonics, stimulants, oyster elements—, aids to normal pep after 58, 40 or 002 Get a special introductory size for only; sail. Try this aid to normal pep and vim today. For sale at all good drug steres. OBITUARY GEORGE D. McTAGGART George Duncan McTaggart, well- known retired businessman of Clin- ton, died in 'Toronto General Hospital early Tuesday_ in his 83rd year, after an illness •of more than .: year. He was the elder son of the late Malcolm McTaggart and was born in Clinton, September 16, 1861. He received his education in the Clinton Public School and Collegiate institute and in May 1891, opened a private bank here. Later he took as partner in the bus- iness his younger brother, the late Malsolm Douglas McTaggart, The McTaggart Bank was widely known financial institution and was patron- ized by many farriers and stock men of the district. Fifteen years ago George McTa ar retiree, g gg t e and the younger partner carried ons the busi- ness until the time of his death about eight years ago. As a young man George McTaggart married Jeanette Broder of Morris - burg who survives him, along with two sons and three daughters': George McTaggart, Montreal; Fred McTag- gart, paymaster in the 11.C.A.F. at Aylmer; Mrs. John Crearer, Ottawa; Mrs. Allen, and Mrs. Higgins, Toron- to, Another son, Broder, gave his life in service in the first Great War, Mr. McTaggart was Conservative in politics and Presbyterian in reli- gion. He was a lover of sports and in hie young days played lacrosse and baseball and retained his interest in those sports to the last. In later years he was an ardent bowler. He was a past president of a former or- ganization, "The Clinton Club," a group .of business men. The funeral is being held today from his late residence on High street. Interment in Clinton ceme- tery. KAYE PICKARD Funeral services were held Thine- day hornday from the home of Mr. and. Mrs. E. C. Pickard to Clinton cemetery for Baby Kaye ,their four months old. daughter, who died after a brief ill- ness. Besides her parents, she is survived by three :sisters, Lois, Mar- garet and Joan; two brothers, Don and Roy. The service was in charge of Rev. G. G. Burton. Pallbearers, two brothers, Don. and Roy and two cousins: Maitland and• Stanley Falcon- , er. • STANLEY Mr. and Mrs. Thomas. Snowden and Me .and Mrs. John Etue spent Sun- day visiting Mr .and Mrs. Morris Etue near Seafo th. Mr. and Mrs. Russel Grainger and family, also Mrs. Downie visited Miss Brownett on Sunday. The Ladies of the Bronson Line Red Crass met at the hone of Mrs. Colin Campbell on Wednesday, Jan. 14. The next meetingavill be held at ;thehome of Mrs. Russel. Heard. " ��, .. a�»r � , •ti �'�, Forsyth Shirts The shirt he'll never need to ox- change, Visit our 'store today and see the brilliant display of .-/\ oe `; r`° Forsyth Shirts ---the shirts that fare fatuous with every man who e. likes style and quality, "'See the �`;� h superb materials — the stylish 0 Patterns, smart colour blen'd's a eL ," and tasteful stripes. The tail - l; y t "^- -¢�'� 'tiring is perfect in every detail. ! 'r ,i e i r . "No one ever regretted giving• //'.._ .', .... Quality" DAVIS & HER A T , 1 CUSTOM TAILORS -- Be Measured by a Tailor. Sporting Equipment for every Sport SKATES—Girls White and Black, come in soon as our stock is �• get- ting low. We have a complete stock of boys skates in all sizes. u . of in all SKIING EQUIPMENT—Skis, from $4.50 p 'Skip es lengths. Ski Boots, Ski Jackets and Slacks, Shirts, and Mitts, also a full line of Ski Wax. Don't forget we sharpen skates while you wait WE WILL BUY ANY USED RIFLE OR SHOTGUN YOU WISH TO SELL. EPPS SPOKT SHOP Headquarters For All Sporting Goods. PORTER'S HILL On Tuesday evening Jan. 18th the annual meeting of Grace United ahurch.was held with a large number. present. Rev. Harold Curry conduc- ted the meeting which opened, with a hymn,scripture reading and prayer. Mr. Bert Cox was acting secretary. The minutes of 1941 were read and -voted correct. Very few changes were made in the :officers. Mrs. Reed Tor- rance retiring steward was returned for a four year term. Mrs. Will Cox was nominated organist, which she declined, but after some persuasion kindly cemented to take it. Rev. -Curry tendered his resignation as pastor. Stating that he had consid- ered the matter very prayerfuly and decidedto resign due to personal rea- sons which he dad, not disclose. Re- ports were read, front the different organizations of the church and each reported a good year, with all detbe paid and a nice sum on hand. Lunch was served and a social time enjoyed. 'The sympathy of the community goes out to Mrs. John. Blair in the loss of a husband, to Mrs. Geo. Proc- tor in the passing of her mother, and to Mrs. Les Cox in the death of a ;sister. On bJonday afternoon the Porter's :Hill Branch of Red Gross was held .at the" home of Mrs. John Torrance `with 32 present. The meeting was ,called to older by Mrs. Bert Harris, ?president, and::opeeled with the Nat- Iona' Anthem, then prayer. Minutes of last meeting were read by Mrs. 3.. Torranee and voted correct. Ways and means of raising funds to carry on the work were discussed. Mels. Reed Terrace offered her home for a social evening Jan. 30th, and Mrs. Jelin 'Torrance offered her home for . Feb. 13, both offers were accepted. A quilt, the top donated by Doreen McGuire was quilted;, a lovely lot of articles were ready for packing: 5 complete layettes with 5 more not finished; 25 pair of boys pyjamas six and eight year sizes; 2 quilts and a box of clothing for refugees. The next meeting Feb. 16th, will be held at Mrs. Allen Betties home. Lunch was served' by the north -end ladies. The W.A. 'will hold thein. February meeting at Mrs, Allen Betties on the 12th. i.• , WEDDINGS ADAMS—HALE A quiet wedding took place at Alameda, California,, January 14th, when Erma Vivien Hale; youngest Mrs. G. B. Hale f a Clin- ton, of M ton, Ontario was united in marriage to James Wilbur Attains, only son of Mrs. H. D, Adams of San Diego, Cali- fornia. The ceremony' was performed at the home of Chaplain Linaiweaver, U.S. Navy. The groom's mother and 1 crib quilt and a top from Mrs. Rob- a few friends were present. inson; 2 vests, 1 scarf and 25c from I The bride wee dressed in a navy Mrs. Pennebaker; one afghan from blue, street dress with accessories to Mrs, Evans; one Dollar from M. match and wore a corsage of pink Gould. Subscriptions amounted to $2.51. Best wishes rel a safe return were offered 'Lieutenant Deadman, who is leaving to take up war work at Petewawa.' The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. L. Swan, on Tuesday. V Bantam Hockey. ISchedu e The Clinton Lions, have entered a Bantam hockey team in the. Minor ,Hockey League with "Red" Garen as manager and Jack Nediger and Dan- ny Colquhoun coaching. They play their first game of the season here (tonight) Thursday night it 7 o'-elo- ck with Wingham. Free skating for all children every Saturday morning from 9 till 11 o'- clock at the arena has, been arranged by the Lions. Schedule: Jan. 22nd, Wingham at CLINTON Jan. 28th, Lucknow at CLINTON Jan. 30th, CLINTON • at Wingham Feb. 4th, CLINTON' at Lucknow Feb. 11th; Lucknow at Wingham Feb. 13th, Wingham at Lucknow S.A. Officer Reports For War Work Lieutenant Paul Deadman of the Salvation Army Staff here, who some time ago offered his services in the War Services Division of the Salva- tion Army has been notified of his transfer. Lieut. Deadman left for Toronto on Wednesday and will be stationed temporarily at Petewawa Military Camp. Lieut. Deadman who, has been in charge of the Salvation Army work here for the past year, delivered his farewell message on S'und'ay evening. His sermon subject was "Stocktak- ing." He 'spoke of the pleasant re- lations that he had had with his people here, and the good work of the Red Shield Auxiliary. Women are now taking positions formerly held by men' in Salvation Army centres as the need for men in War Services division is great. Mrs. George Wright, wife of Envoy Wright who is now with the Services, overseas has' been recalled from retirement to take care of the work herein Clinton. roses, carnations and maiden hair fern. After the wedding the Couple left by motor for a short honeymoon trip. On their return they will reside at Alameda, where Mr. Adams is attached to an Aircraft S'quad'ron based there. brother left on Friday last for De- troit. Ptes. James Sturgeon and Thomas Castle of the R.C.R. London spent the weekend at their respective • homes in the village. The Annual meeting of the Public Library Board was held in the Lib- rary on Monday •last for the election of officers', for the year; Chairman, Mis's J. Manson; Secretary -Treasurer, Mrs. Wm. Metcalf; Members :of Board, Mesdames R. Scotchiner; T. Bailey, W. L. Ferguson, R. L. T3as- nett, and Miss J. Stirling and Mr. J. Robinson. Another meeting will be held on Monday, January 26th, for the purpose of filling the vacancy 'caused' by the resignation of Rev. Harold Currie, who is leaving the village shortly. Circulating of books for 1941, Adult books 1,747; Junior books, 530. The library joined the Huron County Library Association, and received sixteen new books the first week in January, these will be changed every three months. MT. and MTs. Grant Turner and Mrs. M. Toms are spending -a few days in Toronto this week. Mrs. N. W. Woods spent the week- end in Hensall the: guest of Mrand Mee.- R. Ii, Middleton. Mrs. F. A. Edwards returned hone on Thursday ,after -having spent the past three weeks in Kitchener and Waterloo, The Finance Committee of the Bay- field Branch of the Canadian Red Grass Society held their first meeting of the year on Friday last. Mr. Mal- com Toms was' re-elected chairman for the year ands Mrs. Walter West- lake secretary -treasurer. They intend holding an Euchre and Dance in the Town Hall on Friday, January 30th. Garde from 8 until 10 o'clock, the music will be supplied by the OKNX Ranch Boys. The Red Gross Society will hold their first meeting of the year in the Orange Hall on Friday afternoon at 3 p.m. The Annual of Trinity Congrega- tion was held in the church January 19th ,at 2 o'clock, Rev. J.'Graham pre- siding. The minutes of the last meet- ing were read and aeopted and re- ports of the various 'societies of the church were presented, all reports, showing a small balance on hand. The officers for the year were then appointed, Rectors warden, Mr. W. J. Elliott, Peoples warden, Mr, Wm. Scotehmer; Treasurer, Mr. Russell Heard; Delegates to the Synod, Mr. Wm. Elliott, substitute, Mr. Wm. Scotehmer; Board of Management, Mrs. Lloyd Scotehmer, Miss Cameron, Miss Lucy Woods, Russell Hand, Charles Geineinhardt and Leslie El- liott. A very interesting and impressive ceremony took place at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Bayfield on Monday evening, in the presence of members and friends of the congre- gation when in an unique ceremony the Mortgage on the Church was burned. This ceremony was perform- ed by Rev. B. F. Andrew, and Messrs. Murdoch Ross and George Dewar af- ter which a Hysnn was sung and prayer offered by Rve. B. F. Andrew. A sing -song of community singing was followed by speeches by those present including: Miss J. Manson, Messrs. M. Ross, G. Dewar, J. Rich- ardson, L. Thompson, A. Armstrong and C. Huston also Mrs. W. Metcalf and Ml's. F. McEwen. Dr. Volume gave a short address and Mr. Wm, Talbot . presented Rev. Mr. Andrew with a leather portfolio, the gift of the congregation prior to his leaving -este week for Bsquinlalt, B.C., where Mr. Andrew enters the Royal Can- adian Navy as a Chaplain. Lunch was served and a social our: enjoyed, the evening was brought to a close by the singing of Auld Lang Syne. V Special Prosecutor Named E. S. Livermore, St. Thomas bar- rister, and son of Mr. and Mrs. James Livermore of Clinton, _ has been ap- pointed' Special Crown prosecutor for the trial of James Flenniken, 16, dur- ing the Goderich assizes opening March 3rd. v Lions Club Activities The Clinton Lions as usual, cele - heated Robbie Burns Night at their meeting Tuesday evening last, when over fifty of them and their guests sat down to a tasty dinner served by the Ladies of St. Peels' church. The guest speaker was the Rev. W. Weir of Hensall who after addressing the Haggis in a most tapable man- ner early in proceedings, later gave a most interesting talk on the'worke o fthe Great Poet and conditions in the country of his birth at that time. .The Haggis, caned on the stalwart shoulders of'Lions Dr. Oakes and Bill Dale, was piped into the hall and around the tables by pipers' Fred, Frank and Bill Mutch and Geo. Han- ley. During the evening Miss Ferrel Higgins favored with several grace - . V teul scotch dances accompanied' by Mrs. Bert Irwin at the piano. Wesley-1illis Girls' Club Burn's night has become quite a The January meeting of the Girl's'. major event with the Lions and their Club was held at the home of Mrs. C. M. Shearing on Tuesday evening. The president, Mrs. Gordon Miller was in charge. For the devotional part of the, meeting Mrs. Shearing gave a reading and Mrs. Paisley a New Ye s e i ar message a wh to Mrs.c- W.M Ewan offered prayer. The annual financial report was read by Mrs. Paisley, and the secretary's report was given. The address', "The Way of Life," was taken by Mrs. Oakes. Highlights and current events of world wide interest for the past 18 years were read by Mrs. R .MacDon- ald. A social half hour was enjoyed by the ladies and the hostess ser- ved a dainty lunch. Mrs. Jefferson's groupp will be in charge of the'Feb- ruary meeting, , v— GODiERICA TOWNSP1P Miss . Kathleen Middleton is visi- ting for a few weeks in London with Miss Kathleen McNaughton. S.S. No. 4 branch of the Clinton Red Cross will meet at the home of Mrs. Fred Lobb on Wednesday, Jan- uary. 28th. , A cOntforter will be quilted. A meeting of the Goderich Town- ship unit of the Federation of Agri- The members of the congregation culture was held ire the board room, and the Sunday school of the Baptist Agricultural Office, Clinton at 2 p.m,,. n Clinton, h : homeof 12th January at which it was decided clr rch, ilei,' met at the to stage a dance in Clinton Town Hall on Friday, February 6th, detailswill be advertised later. The February meeting; of the Gode- rich Township Unit of the Federation of Agriculture will be held' in the school house S.S. No. 6 on February 5th, at 8 p.m., program later. The West -end S.S. No. 10 Farni Radia Forum met at the hone of Mr. and" Mrs. Howard Cox on Monday, 12th Janauary and discussed the wheat question. Subject for next week: Ie the farmer inefficient? Mr. W. A. McGuire was the winner of the tall story competition publish- ed in Farm Forum Facts last week. The S.S. No. 4 Red Cross Unit met last week at the home of Mrs. Ernest Little with a good attendance., The president Mrs. F. Jones, presided at the meeting which was opened, with singing the first verse of 0' Canada„ followed by the Lord's Prayer in un- ison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted. Items of business were discussed, and fin- ished articlesof sewing and knitting were turned in. Quilt patches were distributed. It was decided that $30 be donated to the Clinton Red Cross, also that two meetings a month be held during the winter, months, next meeting to be held, at the home of Mrs. Fred Lobb on Jan. 28th. The meeting was" closed with the National Anthem. A quilt was quilted. The lunch served by Mrs. E. Little and Mrs. Weldon Tyndall. There are six- teen members in the organization. Financial report for 1941: Balance from 1940 ...,$21.32 Amount taken in for the year.186.97 friends nd it would not seem nat- ural if.they did not spend' this evening with such loyal Scots as Dr. Shaw, Angus Morrison, Addison Pegg, Col. Rance and many others. Dr. Shaw and Lion Frank Fingland and other of the elan were resplen- dent plen- dent as usual in their plaid ties. Lion President "Nick" Whyte, han- ded the meeting over to Lion Clarry Connell, chairman, of the special committee for the night and Lion ;tarry was right at home in there. Tail Twister Alex. Haddy had a bad /night collecting fines but then, as he )said,. "what could ,you expect." A quartette of Lions sang one of their favorite songs. If it had not been for Red Garen it would have been an all Scotch quartette. The Lions may not have their Dhamion Juvenile to folblw this year Out they eure love their hockey, Ten Minutes' after the Lion's roar at least 76 percent ,of hem were down cheer- ing for the "Colts." They are again sponsoring several teams in the Min- or Hockey Association as usual. Y Recent Bride Given Presentation Total . . 2Q8.29 Expenses, including donation to Clinton Red Gross, quilt materials, etc.. 106.23 Balance on hand, . . 102:06 208.29 The finished articles for 1941: 16 quilts; 28 pre. socks; 19 scarves; 10 toques; 6 aero saps; '5 pr. gloves; 6 )helmets; 4 V-neck sweaters; 6 tur- tle neck sweaters; • 1 pr. knickers; 13 pr. socks; 1 pr, wristlets; 10 pr. sea- man's long. stockings; 28 pr. sea- man's' socks; 3 pr. flier's anittel 4 pr. rifle mitts, 21 pr. plain mitts; 16 pr. two-wayamitte; 1sskirt. Mr. and Mrs. Janes T. Brown last Friday evening, at which they took the opportunity of presenting their daughter, Mrs. Stewart Johnston, with a silver casserole. A. varied program was given and a social• time enjoyed, after which. lunch was ser- ved. Mrs. B. Grealis made the pres- entation while her daughter, Miss Ora Grealis read the following address: Dear Stella and Stewart: We have met here this evening to honour the occasion of your recent marriage and to convey our best wishes at this happy time. • Your congenial disposition and' cheery faces' have won' you' both many friends in this community. We are glad, that you Stella, 'will not be leaving this neighborhood for awhile, 'and hope you both will be with us for sometime'. to come. As you journey along the pathway of life we wish your health, joy and prosperity. Never give up when trials come, Never grow e'ad and blue, Never sit dawn with a fear or a frown And good, luck will come to you. To convey our good wishes for your future happiness we ask you to accept this gift. Signed: On behalf of the Baptist church and Sunday School. V BAYF1ELD (Too late for last week) A social evening was held, in the Town Hall on Thursday evening, to honor Pte. Lloyd Westlake of the 0. A.M.C. London who expects to heave, soon' for the coast. Mrs. Gairdner president of the Red' Cross, read the address and Mrs. M. Prentice presen- ted Lloyd with a pen and pencil set, sweater and socks. Lloyd thnkedl them for the gifts, all joined in wish- ing him the best of luck and safe return. The evening was spent in dancing,'the music .being supplied by Mrs. J. Parker, Messi't. M. Pollock and George Weston., The general stoek'in the store of the; Tate James IL Reid was sold on Tuesday and the store cloesd. ` Mr. Reid haad been in business in Bayfiled for over thirty, five years. Captain. Charles Ferguson having: spent two week: with his sister and THURS. JAN. 22, 1942 V HOLMESVILLE Mrs. E. Trewartha'and Mr. Sam Glidden visited with their sister Mrs. Bennett in Goderich last weekend. Mrs. E. DeBeau and children have gone to Detroit to be with Mr. De Beau who is: employed, there. The many friends of Mr. Alinr Potter are pleased to know he is able to be up and around after his recent illness. The W.A. and W.M.S. met at the home of Mrs. 'Walter on Tuesday afternoon. The Pres. of the W.M.S.,. Mrs. B. Trewartha opened the meeting by reading a poem, followed by prayer, everyone joined in singing two ver- ses, of hymn No. 123. Minutes, of the last meeting were read and ada- pted. The roll call was answered by verses on peace. The Scripture, les son was read) by 'Mrs. Palmer. A. pleasing solo was rendered by Mrs. E. Potter, Mr. Wilding gave a reading from the 3rd chapter of the Study Book. Miss Dell Finlay gave a read- ing on Temperance. The meeting was closed by singing hymn 156. With Mrs. Walter presiding the' W.A. opened their meeting ' with a reading on New Year's by Mrs. M. Elliott.•^The minutes of the last meet- ' ting• were read and. approved. A program committee Was chosen for a socialeveninginthe, spring, come Mrs. Waiter, Mrs. B.'Trewartha,,Mrs. KEEP lednesda Night February�t open for Free show and Dance in CLINTON TOWN HALL Addie Irwin9s Orchestra It will be entertaing and educational for young and olThere will be a good comedy and a movietone on "Balanced Feeding" All Rural People ,Welcome Canada Packers Ltd. PHONE 145 CLINTON Gardner Motor Sales Chevrolet — Oldsmobile Passenger Cars—Chevrolet Trucks Sales and Service TELEPHONE 234 — — GODERIGE, ONTARIO 1940 Chevrolet Master Coach — low mileage 1938 Dodge Deluxe Sedan — heater and defroster, 1931 Chevrolet Coach -new tires. 1929 Ford A Coach — good condition. 1927 Oldsmobile Sedan, M. Elliott, Mrs, W. Yeo.. Hostesses were chosen for the coming year. It was decided that we )hold a bazaar in the fall. There will be a quilting and Pot Luck Supper, Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Walter. A. dainty lunch was served by the hostesses Mrs: D. Glidden, Mrs. Palmer. Mrs. A. Grange and children visit- ed with Mrs. and Mr. D .GIiddon for a few days last week. While felling a tree last Monday Mr .Albert Bond had the misfortune to dislocate his elbow. Mr. A. Jervis has sold his farm and property ire the village to Mr. John Harris of Porter's, Hill, who will take possession April 1. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Grigg,, on Sunday, Jan, 18, a son, cons gratulations. Mr. and M1s. Les. Jervis enter- tained friends on Monday evening in honor of Les' birthday. Mrs. N. W. Trewartha visited with Miss S. Acheson on Sunday last. Misses Charlotte and Betty Stock of Clinton were weekend guests with their parents Mn and Mrs. M. Stock, The Good Neighbours group of the Holmesville Red Cross held a social evening at the home of Mrs. Rees Jenkins ,on Friday. A variety of games and contests were enjoyed. A bountiful lunch was served at mid- night. Before dispersing to their homes, Mrs. J. Huller on behalf of the group thalrked the host and hos- tess for their hospitality and. kind- ness, This group held a similar ev- ening recently at the home of Mrs. Lorne Jervis and the collection from the two socials amounts to eleven dollars. The group acknowledge with thanks a donation from Mr .and Mrs. John Batkin. George Armstrong Named Huron Warden George W. Armstrong, reeve of Hay Township, is the 1942 Warden 'of Huron County. On conservative cau- cus of 15 members he was chosen on the fourth ballot of a field of five and his election was later made un- animous in open council. Ie his inaugural address, Warden Armstrong declared for a total war effort but also went on record as op- posed to any drastic curtailment in road construction and in favor of bolding the International Plowing Match in this county next October and for which a $2000 County Coun- cil grant is being sought. Fifty years, old, Warden Armstring was born in Hay Township on the same farm which his grandfather, who came frons the north of Ireland, out out of the bush and which his father further developed. He ia' an extensive bean grower. He married, Jessie Buchanan of nensell, and has three children, Harry, Jean and Betty, He has nine years ire municipal life, six as reeve and county oouneiler. For the past year he has been on the road commission. 'In religion he is an United church and in politics a Conservative. , - Oaths of office to the warden and coungitory were •administered by Clerk N. W .Miller, and the devotion- al period was eonducted by Rev. A. J. McKaye. of Goderich. Wien of 309 40, 50 PEP VIM, VIGOR Subnormal? Want normal pep vim, vigor, vitality? Try Ostrex :Tonle Tablets. Contains tonics, stimulants, oyster elements—, aids to normal pep after 58, 40 or 002 Get a special introductory size for only; sail. Try this aid to normal pep and vim today. For sale at all good drug steres. OBITUARY GEORGE D. McTAGGART George Duncan McTaggart, well- known retired businessman of Clin- ton, died in 'Toronto General Hospital early Tuesday_ in his 83rd year, after an illness •of more than .: year. He was the elder son of the late Malcolm McTaggart and was born in Clinton, September 16, 1861. He received his education in the Clinton Public School and Collegiate institute and in May 1891, opened a private bank here. Later he took as partner in the bus- iness his younger brother, the late Malsolm Douglas McTaggart, The McTaggart Bank was widely known financial institution and was patron- ized by many farriers and stock men of the district. Fifteen years ago George McTa ar retiree, g gg t e and the younger partner carried ons the busi- ness until the time of his death about eight years ago. As a young man George McTaggart married Jeanette Broder of Morris - burg who survives him, along with two sons and three daughters': George McTaggart, Montreal; Fred McTag- gart, paymaster in the 11.C.A.F. at Aylmer; Mrs. John Crearer, Ottawa; Mrs. Allen, and Mrs. Higgins, Toron- to, Another son, Broder, gave his life in service in the first Great War, Mr. McTaggart was Conservative in politics and Presbyterian in reli- gion. He was a lover of sports and in hie young days played lacrosse and baseball and retained his interest in those sports to the last. In later years he was an ardent bowler. He was a past president of a former or- ganization, "The Clinton Club," a group .of business men. The funeral is being held today from his late residence on High street. Interment in Clinton ceme- tery. KAYE PICKARD Funeral services were held Thine- day hornday from the home of Mr. and. Mrs. E. C. Pickard to Clinton cemetery for Baby Kaye ,their four months old. daughter, who died after a brief ill- ness. Besides her parents, she is survived by three :sisters, Lois, Mar- garet and Joan; two brothers, Don and Roy. The service was in charge of Rev. G. G. Burton. Pallbearers, two brothers, Don. and Roy and two cousins: Maitland and• Stanley Falcon- , er. • STANLEY Mr. and Mrs. Thomas. Snowden and Me .and Mrs. John Etue spent Sun- day visiting Mr .and Mrs. Morris Etue near Seafo th. Mr. and Mrs. Russel Grainger and family, also Mrs. Downie visited Miss Brownett on Sunday. The Ladies of the Bronson Line Red Crass met at the hone of Mrs. Colin Campbell on Wednesday, Jan. 14. The next meetingavill be held at ;thehome of Mrs. Russel. Heard.