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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1942-07-30, Page 1The Clinton News -Record Este 1878 inton With Which is Incorporated The -Clinton New Era NO. 6103 -63rd YEAR 1 The New Era Est. 1867 CLINTON ONTARIO, THIJRSDAY, JULY 30, 1942 ISh En l China BritiSh and Bea,ut)tui Select from, our stook of English China, by famous English Potters: - CUPS AND SAUCERS, SERVICE PLATES, TEAPOTS AND DINNER SETS. A piece of fine China is a pleasant memento . of your visit to Clinton, W. H. H.ELLYAR Jeweler and Optometrist Residence Phone 174j , WE PAY GASH FOR OLD GOLD HALF PRICE SALE OF SPORT TOGS Among them you will find, - Slack Suits, Short Suits, Beach Capes, Farmerettes, Cotton - Pullovers. Aril Clearing at One Half Original Prices. R... VI-IRWIN FOR QUALITY MERCHANDISE 1 e res FREE Insurance; loria Watch is insured upon request .Berner m 1 1 rrskof loss mo or &tto for Ono veer, Men's 'Epitome' Lathes' 'Louise' $24.75 $27.50 Smart timepiece 17 jewels, charm of natural colour,. Newest design; 17 natural charm. of lural colour, Many Other Models. To Choose From Invest Every Spare Quarter and make the War shorter. Buy more 'War Savings :Stamps., You will find ourstore a convenient,. place to get them, . Remember Watch Repair is a Job for Experts. Our Work Assures Your Satisfaction.` WN.COUNTJ R Counters for Finer Jewellery for Over Half a 1 Century in Huron County NOTICE Owing .to Monday, August 3rd being a civic holiday, we must ask our .advertisers to have their ads. in the office' not later than '1'hesdayno, and ca n our ogres= pondents to have all news items in the office by Tuesday evening, ! Farmers Receiving Help In Harvesting Men, Women and Airmen have ans- wered the tali far help in harvesting the crops for farmers. Last week we reported the names of the men who helped needy farmers. This week we have a much bigger . number of help- ers to report. They are: E. A. Fines, D. M .Maltby, John C. Reid, Jim Mc- Laren, Ken Johnson, Cree Cook, J. S. Shearer, Rev. G. W. Moore, Jim Chowen, V. D. Falconer, Roy Fitz- simons, Dr. Geo. S. Elliott, A. Garen, Mat. Hodge, Bill Watkins, Chas. Shanahan, Ken. Waters, Rev. A. Lane, W. Burton. Chas. Pearce, Gordon Shortreed, A. J. MeMurray, George Jefferson, and sixteen airmen from No, 31 R.D.P. School, Clinton, 6 of which refused any pay. The farmerettes are Catherine Jefferson," Phyllis Herman, Helen. Herman, Marjorie Henderson, Several of the men mentioned above have been help- ing two and three times. The farmers who have been served were: Howard Trewartha, Wm. J. Dale, Fred Nott, Bill McGuire, Tom Flynn, Norman Bali, Wellington Johnson, Melvin Sturdy, Lee McCon- nell, Mel. Webster, Les. Cox, Fred Mulholland and Wilbur Keyes. Now We Need The Tools Now -to -day we need those arms and munitions, Not ',temoydow=,or next year. Tomorrow may be too late. The scales of victory or defeat are at a trembling balance. If we throw on every last possible gun and plant antitank w hieh.all.our energies and money .can provide, we "will win. If we do not we will lose. No half meastues can beat the fanatical ef- fieienoy and huge resources of the Nazis. Canada's fighting men cannot save Canada if we begrudge them the weapons. Buy those weapons for our soldiers, by buying War . Savings :Stamps: and Certificates from the fol- lowing Clinton merchants who, for your convenience, are stocking War Savings Stamps. Ask them for all you can afford, NOW, and keep on buying them while the clanger lasts. Morgan J. Agnew W. M. Aiken Ball and Zapfe Bank of Montreal Harry Bartliff Bell Telephone Co. Canadian National Express 11. W ,Charieswoi.'th Miss Eva Cluff Clinton. Creamery W. G. Cook Connell and Tyndall A. T. Cooper N. W .Counter Davis and Herman Epps Sport Shop W. D. Fair and Co. Finch Service Station Frank Fingland, K.C. Ross Fitzsimons V. D. Falconer Fred Ford Bert Glidden 3. L. Heard W. H. Hellyar J. E. Hovey Hustie's Shoe Repair Miss R. V. Irwin George T. Jenkins W. L. Johnson Kozy Grill Frank Layton James Lovett Miss Annie McDonald Mutch Bros. J. W. Nediger The News -Record Edgar Pattison Plulnsteel Bros. John Plumtree Cliff Proctor Post Office 'Public Utilities Royal Bank of Canada Rural. Hydro Office Charles Shanahan 0. M. Shearing Miss Freda Schoenhais Sutter and Perdue T. R. Thompson Toggery Shop Harry Watkins K. G. Waters Wells Auto Electric Williams Bakery Winter's Bowling Alley. THE HOME PAPER Evening Auxiliary The regular Monday night meeting of the Evening+ Auxiliary will be can- celled on Mondey, August 3rd, owing kto:'it being dew. holiday: Meetings will be resumect the following week. ' v Souvenirs ` Sent From 0 erseas Mrs, George Carter is in possession of some very .interesting souvenirs sent by . hex , husband, ' -Signaller George Cartel with the 8th Army Field Regimentein' England. Among them are three, bullets from .a Ger- man machine ;gun that landed in a wall near him,,end!which he dug out; another is e piece off the White Cliffs of Dover which looke like the white chalk we use in# our schools; a scotch plaid woollen scarf and a scotch. plaid tea Cosy; also acme Ehtglish money, regimental badges and a few . small, calendars. This parcel of unusual gifts was Mrs. Carter's birthday present. - Women's Institute The annual'` Women's Institute' Plante was held; on the spacious lawn at the home of',Mrs, W. S. R. Holmes last Thursday afternoon, July 23rd. About 50 ladies were present and after a short ?business discussion, sport events took place. Sport com- mittee consistedeof Mrs. E. Epps, Mrs,. W. Shobrook and Mrs, C. V. Cooke. Sports events: bean race, Miss C. Harrison; time race, Mrs, F. Glew; fishing game, all suckers got an all - day sucker; throwing pins in bottle, Mrs, E. Ward;' kicking slipper, Mrs. 0. V. Cooke; guessing contest con tests, Mrs. E. Epps, Mrs. W. S. R, Holmes; dinner call, Mrs, Ie. Glew. Bingo was played while supper was being prepared, iby Social Committee. with Mrs. F'. Manley as convenor, Business': Mm's. W. S. R. Holmes committee activities convenor repor- ted the quilting of 2 quilts since last matting, It was':arranged to hold. next meeting , "Gram mother's Day" at home of Mrs. H. Jenkins, Huron Road, V Conservation Of Trees and Water Supply Necessary For Peak Production At a meeting sponsored by the Huron Fish and Game Club held last Thursday evening in the Town Hail here, Dr. Norman K. Douglas of Owen . Sound and Mr. J. D. Thomas of Goderich were speakers, and 2 reels of moving pictures were shown by the local club, "Wings over James. Buy" and "The Call of the Keewatin." Judge T. M .Costello, Goderich, pre- sided. Dr. Douglas, who is president of the Ontario Federation of Anglers enol i-Iunteis, spoke an urgent plea for reforestation in southern Ontario, in order to remedy the present un- satisfactory position of agriculture. ante related industries, and to bring the land up to the peak of production, Conservation of forests and water supply was the key thought in Dr. Douglas' address but his remarks. covered a wide range 10 economics and the democratic way of life. Nature, he saki ,planned- that a certain percentage of any area should be in forest and swamp so that the whole area should provide its peak production. "Since agricul- tore is the specialty of production for Southern Ontario, it' is our 'busi- ness to develop it to a point of peak. production ,and that is for ' us our highest standard of living," he de- clared,. "Present conditions are not satis- factory," he 'continued, "and as a re- sult many Southern Ontario town. ships new have only half of the popu- lation that they had 50 years ago. Do you want proof that trees and forest will. preserve an adequate, con- trolled, efficient water supply? A double row of thick -growing trees, such as spruce, planted along a fence at the side of a field where the pre- vailing wind blows- will make a wind- break fox twice its height and a shelter -belt to its lee for 10 times itg height. Such a shelter has been known, to keep 70 per cent of the moisture in the land through a dry season. It has saved a fair orop from being a complete failure." • The speaker advised tree planting by individual land owners as well as through the organized method of township onto county reforestation methods. What is most needed in the matter of reforestation, he said is education. "Ontario people are not dumb. They will listen to facts and act accordingly.e Memorial Service A memorial service will be held, at Ontario Street United church August 2nd, at '7 p,m. for the late Sgt Obser- ver Ernest E. Mittell, who was Billed in action while serving with the lea A.F. Ernestt was the only child 02) Mr. and Mrs• E. L. Mittel), and the first citizen of Clinton to make the "sup- reme sacrifice" in this second World. War,_ Citizens are. invited,individually, to join with the family, relatives and friends, in this act of remembrance for the brave and courageous youn,g. man who served his Country's Call with the resolute determination to, do his duty. Civic. Holiday The Mayor of Clinton is as usual following the long time custom, of observing the first Monday of Aug- ust as a civic holiday. Therefore Monday the 3rd day. of August is hereby set apart as the Civic Hall- day almday for the enrent year. All places of business will be closed but es is the custom in a week when a public holiday is observed, the stores will re- main open Wednesday. afternoon, August 5th. Our town council usually meets on the first Monday of each month, but owing to Monday-, August 3rd, being Civic Holiday, the council will meet on Tuesday night, August 4th, at 7,30 o'clock, ! Dentist Joins Army Clinton is to lose another of its young doctors to His Majesty's Per- ces. This time Dr. D. C. Geddes, who leaves August first to enlist in the Dental Corps attaches. to the Royal Canadian Air Force, Since coating to Clinton about six year's ago Dr. Geddes has become well and favourably known in his work, and outside interests, the Pres- terianchurch of which he is a mem- ber ,and the Clinton Dramatic Society where he gave his time and ability willingly. He will be greatly missed but we wish hint luck in his new work. About two months ago Dr. J. 1.1. Beattie joined the Canadian Army Medical Corps ,flow in the Military Hospital in London, which leaves only, two practising physicians and' one practising dentist in Clinton. Q Receives Congratulations On Eightieth Birthday On Monday, July 20, a surprise re- ception was held at the home of Mrs, J. A. Sutter. for, her mother, Mrs. H. B. Chant, who was observing her eightieth birthday. Mrs. J. A. Sutter and Mrs. W. E, Floody of Toronto daughters of Mts. Chant, assisted their mother in receiving the guests. For the occas- ion, Mrs. Chant wore a pale orchid crepe dress and orchid corsage, Two granddaughters Misses Shirley and Eileen Sutter received the guests at the door during the afternoon and evening. During the afternoon' Mrs. William Higgins presided at the tea table. which was tastefully decorated in a ecru eoloured"lace table cloth and bouquet of sweet peas, cornflowers and baby's breath, Assisting in the dining room were Mrs. Geo. McLay, Miss Aneice Bartliff and Miss Grace Hellyar. In the evening Mrs. IL M. Monteith )loured tea ,assisted by Mrs. Fergus VanEgmondy Mrs. M. Nediger ands Miss Ferrell Higgins. Mrs. Chant has two daughters, Mrs, Sutter and Mrs. 'Floody, who were present with heron the occasion and'ene son, Mr. Fred Chant, of Pittsfield, Mass., who was unable to be present. A pleasant and unexpec- ted incident was a long 'distance tele- phone call in the early evening, to his mother, when he and his wife called.' to offer their best wishes. Mr. Chant had wired a'dozen Talis- man rose -buds to his mother. There are five grandohildmen, Benson, Shirley and Eileen Sutter, who were present and F. -O. Wallace Floody and Miss Katharine Floody who were un- able to be present, Miss Floody is a nurse -in -training in Toronto and iF.-0, Floody is a prisoner of war in Germany. He was made a : prisoner. when his plane eves shot down over enemy territory. Recently he receiv- ed his promotion to the rank.:of ing Officer., , A large number of friends and ac-, gnainteneee *ailed during the after, noon and evening to offer congratula- tions and, felicitations to Mrs. Chan` on this• happy,oecasion. LITTLE LOCALS Miss Eleanor Plumsteel, who has been marking papers in Toronto, has returned home. Messes Joan and, Lizbeth Seeman have been assisting on the farm 'af Mr ,Robert Thompson. , Monday, August 3rd ,has been pro- claimed civic holiday for the current year. In the News -Record office window are four stalks, of oats all grown from the one root. The longest stalk has 234 oat heads an it, They' were grown on the farm of William, Hog- gart, Hullett township. Miss, Mildred Heard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J; L. Heard has taker} a position on the staff of the News - Record. - --Y From The Huron County Plowing Match Committee The,Huron County Plowing Meteh committee met in Clinton on July 28th. The cancellation of the 1942 International Plowing Match by the Ontario Plowmen's Association was discussed`and regret voiced. Resolutions of appreciation to W. L. Whyte ands his neighbours in Hut- lett Township for their co-operation in preparing for the Match were un- animously adopted, A resolution was also passed that the Treasurer's books -•e audited im- mediately andthat alr money in the treasury be returned to the munici- palities or to private individuals from which it ' as received, The committee will meet again in the near future to receive the audi-' tor's report and will then disband. No plans for future PIowing Matches are being made at the present time. v ---- MILITARY NEWS LAC Lloyd Adams of the R.C.A.F, at Toronto is spending his leave in town with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, E. Adams. Cpl. Clayton. Cooper of the Brock- ville Training Centre and Cpl. Cecil Cooper of the Basic Training Centre at Chatham have returned to their stations after spending their leaven in town with 'their'' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Cooler. Lieut. Leonard McKnight of the Woodstock Training Centre spent the weekend in town with his wife and family. Aircraftsman Harold McPherson, R.C.A.F., Toronto, spent the wceken_ in town with Mrs. McPherson. Maurice Maguire, H.M.C.S. Prevost, London, spent the weekend at his hone in town. Airwoman Pearl McPhee of the Women's Division of the R.C.A.F. at Centralia, spent the weekend with Rev. and Mrs. A. E. Silver. Flight Lieutenant Charles Murray, popular padre et a Huron county R,A.' F. school has been transferred to Toronto, and has been promoted to the rank of Squadron Leader, Al- though residing in Seaforth, Mr. ani Mrs. Mtu:ray made many friends, in Clinton and on occasion spoke in th different churches here. His sucees- ser is Squadron Leader William Scott Morten. Torn Steep, H.M.C,S, Prevost, Lon- don; spent the weekend at his hem: in town. LAC. Bruce Bartliff of St, Thomas is spending a two week's leave at hi: home in town. LAC. Marvin McKim of St. Thomas, spent the weekend with his grand- parents, Mr. and, Mrs. 0, W. Potter. Last 'seek a number in this com- munity received notice to report for medical " examination from heat) quarters of Military District No. 1 at London. Among those receiving notice were some married men. At the rate that men are receiving notice at present there will be few young men left here that are not of low category. Children Aid Red Cross A neighborhood show for the lien- fit ,of the Red C4•oss was held on Sat urday ,July 25th on Isaac Street, un- der the direction of Audrey Jervis, Children taking part *ere as follows:, June and Wihna Walters, Marjorie and Douglas Cartwright, Mary Sil- coclos, Jean *Kinky, Fern and Janet Read, Audrey and Kelvin .Jer- vis. The costumes were made by the mothers out of crepe paper dona- ted by one of the neighbors, During the morning the children also sold pop -corm. Proceeds were e2.50 which will be, given to the local Red Cross. Softball Game On Friday evening',, July 31, at 6.15• p.m. a softball game will be played, in the recreation Park, Clinton he tweets le,C:A.F; Tech. and the Seen:- sty Guard teams: from the Radio. School. As these two teams are, on top of the league the game shouldbe an in- teresting one. All local ball fans are invited to attend. Girls Win Dominion • Awards • Joan ansi Lizbth Sloanan, daugle- ters of Mr :and Mrs, Fred Siontatt of The School Car Capitol ,have been awarded the Dominion Honours in re- cent examinations connected with the "Sunday School; by Post." Joan was highest in the Junior Bible Class and Lizbeth highest in Senior Bible Class of the regular grades. Liz-, beth will be the recipient of the Bishop's Medal, given for competition in Huron Diocese by Bishop Seeger,. v• PERSONALS Mrs. Sam Ronnie and children of Hensall are visiting Mr. and Mrs.. A. E. Rum'ball. Mrs. .A. .le .Collyer of Loltdon is the guest this week of Mr. and Mrs.. W. S. R. Holmes. Mr, and Mrs. F, W. Johnston and Mrs. W. Johnston visited friends in Ashfield on Monday. Miss Mary R. Stewart of ICenora, has been the guest the past week ,of Miss E'illeen Atkinson. Master John Hall, who has been visi- ting his grandfather, Mr. G. E. Hall, has returned to his home ire Toronto. Mrs. W. E. Floody of Toronto• is the guest this weak ofher mother, and sister Mrs. H. B. Chant and Mrs. J. A, Sutter. Mrs, Robert Carnegie and baby daughter of London are guests. this week of her parents, Mr. and 'Mrs. W. S. R. Holmes. AMONG THE CHURCHES St. Paul's Church Sunday, August 2nd, 10.15 a.m.,. Sunday School; 11 a.m. HIoly Com- munion, Sermon, "The Holy Catho- Ile Church and the Communion of Saints. No evening services in August. Ontario Street Church The executive of W.A. and W.M.S. have planned for a joint meeting on the lawn of Mrs, B. J, Gibbing's, on Tuesday, August llth. A picnic:, lunch will be served. Baptist Church Is God on vacation? No Ile Awaits' to bless you. The church doors are open and the word of invitation is., conte to the worship service. At the service commencing at sev- en o'clock the Gospel message ie sounded in song and sermon. The minister's sermon subject will: be, "Christ's Forgiveness" "To the worst, to the work, We are servants of God, Let us foli'ow the path that our Mas-• ter has trace', With the balm. of His counsel our strength to renew, Letus do with our might what, our hands find to do". Presbyterian Church The choir from No. 31 R.D.le: School, Clinton, 25 or 30 strong tut - der the direction of LAC. Ronald Gib- son, ,organist, will lead the praise at the Presbyterian church next Sun' - day morning, August 2nd, at 11.15, o'clock. The station Padre, Squadron Leader Scott Morton will bo with the. choir and willconduct the service.. , Flt. Lieut. D. J. Lane will be with the. padre. A cordial invitation is extended 'to the whole community to hear this group of singers and the new padre: at our morning worship. ' Old Time Dance Hall. Sunday School 2 p.m.; Evangelistic -3 Pah. Prayer Service 8.30. p,m., Friday, July 31st at lvfission. All are wel- come, The United 'Churches Wesley -Willis and Ontario Street.. will worship in Ontari Street United 1 p e church for the month of August. Rev.. G. G. Bruton will be in charge. Ser - Vies at 11 a.m. and '7 p.m. '7 p.tn, memorial service in memory- of emoryof the late • Sergt.-Observer lig; Mit-- tell. it-tell. . A11,are welcome.