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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1943-01-14, Page 1The Clinton News -Record Est. 1878 With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New Era THURSDAY. ° JANUARY 14, 1943 NO.4127-63r YEAR CLINTON ONTARIO. The New Era Est. 1867 THE HOME PAPER For a Reliable Watch (GO TO LLYAI ,'THE JEWELLER. Or when yin:need 'of .anything,, enerally carried in a JewelleryStore.'You will find quality and style. , W. H. HE L,YAR January Sales As has always been our cus- tom,we take advantage ge of our Annual Stocktaking to clean up odds and ends from every depart ment. It will pay you to come in occasionally and look over our tables of bargains during the en- tire month. �... V-TIRm Treat Yourself to that really fine watch you have always wanted. 'Today _ more than ever, it IS importanti that you know the correct time. For this reason a good Watch is no longer considered a luxury—rather with most people it is an important necessity. Our stock of Watches is large and varied in style. .shape' and price. We invite you to come in and see our wide range of Louie Rolex Modera, and several Nova Westfield, Bu other leading kinds,, Remember—Watch Repair is a job for Experts. Our Work' Assures You Satisfaction. .COUNTER Counters for Finer Jewellery for Over Half a Century in Huron County RED CROSS NOTES The regular meeting of the Clinton Branch of the Red Cross Society was held in the Council Chamber on Mon- day the 11th at:: 3 p.m. Mrs, W. A. Oakes, the president was in the chair, Various committees reported on work done, since previous meeting. Mrs. T Herman, knitting convener, reported a new large quoeta had been received, ARE YOU knitting? Your help is. greatly needed. For the purpose of further saving wool it has become necessary to short- en the .length of "Service Socks"' At present our instruction now read "14 to 16 inches" 'from, top of cuff to un- der the heel." All workers take notice that these instructions should now COUNCIL MEETING The 1943 Council met let. the coun- cil chamber at 11 a.m. v� onday, All members present. The clerk advised that all has subsribed to the Declar- ation of Office and all hadtaken the Oath of Allegiance. The Mayor called for a vote by ballot to electthree membersto the striking committee. The result of the ballot was the election of Reeve Falconer and Councillors: Agnew and. Elliott. On motion of Councillor . Tee- wartha, council adtourned, to meet at eight o'clock Monday evening for the inaugural meeting All members were present at eight in the evening. Mayor McMurray then called on. Rev.. G. W. Mopre, to open the session: Mr, Moore ? offering: an inspiring prayer, praying for'guidance to those in charge of the town's ;af- read "11 inches from top of cuff to fairs, all the citizens of Clinton, our under the heel." The reduction should King and Empire, and finally in a be made inthe leg and not in the cuff. few chosen words kindly exhorted Mrs. Percy Livermore was appoint- council to good and sound judgment in ed to take charge of all Hospital Sup- all deliberation, plies. Councillor Trewartha moved the Responsibility for services to the vote of thanks to the Rev.Moore, and R.A.F. camp in emir vicinity was appreciation for his presence and ad stressed by headquarters and Mrs. monition at the inaugural meeting of Geo. Jefferson was named convener council for 1943. Councillor Crich sec- to look after same. onded the motion, Visitors to the camp, for this month Mayor McMurray delivered a brief are Mrs. .Combe and Mrs. Brydone. inaugural address, expressing his ap- A very urgent appeal for old furs and old clothes in good condition, was read. These may be left at the Red Gross Rooms. We acknowledge with thanks a do- nation of '$2.00 from Mrs. Ernest Epps. The following boys in the service have expressed their thanks for Christmas parcels:—Bud Schoenhais, Harold Freinlin, ' N. L. Fitzsimmons, B. Corless, 13i11 Counter, Chas. Cook, Gordon Herman. The following shipments have been made: December 8.— Hospital Supplies -- 160 160 large pads, 240 small pads, 169 medium pads, 1200 compresses, 800 wipes, 9 jackets. Brtitish Civilian -35 pair boys py- predation. of the co=operation o£ all members 'of council during the year just closed, making some;few sugges- tions for the 1943 program and urged caution and sound judgment in the dealings of all members. The new member MT. M. Orich, was tendered a welcome' to the 1943 council. Councillor Agnew read the follow- ing report for the striking committee, moving its adoption which was second- ed by Reeve Falconer and approved: Standing Committees' — 1943 The first mentioned in each Committee is Chairman STREET—Trewartha; Agnew, Falcon- er, Crich FINANCE — Falconer, . Trewartha, Butler. CEMETERY—Elliott, Nediger, .G'rich. jamas, size 14; 10 baby jackets, S: FIRE & Wr1.TER—leleai ac�xi,h Falconer, baby bonnets 1 boy's shirt" seize 16; 1 Elliott. boy's shirt size 8, 1 baby's afghan. Dedenvber'10 —10 girls' sweaters, 10 junipers, 10 bloomers, 10 girls' coats, 5 panty dresses size 4. Jan. 2-10 boys' sweaters, size 8, 10 .boys' blazers, 10 boys' blouses, 10 boys' socks, 10 boys' shorts, 3 pairs boys' mittens size 4, 10 panty dresses. Jan. 5.—Seamen's comforts — 15 pair 26" long stockings 12 pair 18" long stockings, 7 tuck -ins, 6 turtle neck sweaters, 7 pair mitts. 1 Women's Auxiliary — 4 sweaters with sleeves, 2 sleeveless sweaters. Army 18 khaki sleeveless sweaters, 4 . alternative caps, 21 pair gloves, 4 helmets, 13 pair 13" socks. Non Quota, 1 scarf. 1 turtle neck sweater, 2 aero caps, 2 air force a street superintendent, aII subject helmets, 7 navy helmets: to the. chairman and council. Tan. 2,—Hospital Supplies — 800 13y -law No, 1 for 1943 authorizing wipes 1200 compresses, 601 large a s , acinar toborrow un to 30 000 from 1 r 160 medium pade, 240 small pads.u' $ , British Civilain-7 large quilts. the Bank of Montreal, to meet current Workers are neededi each Monday expellees during the year was read the pass - first, second and third time an afternoon at 2 pen. to help make hos- pital supplies. The work of /the Red Cross is done PROPERTY—Agnew, Nediger, Tre- wartha. RELIEF=Butler, Agnew, Falconer. PARK—Grieh, Butler, Elliott. SPECIAL—Butler, Nediger, Agnew. BY-LAWS—Trewartha, Elliott, Crich; COURT OF REVISION — Falconer, Agnew, Trewartha, Butler. OFFICERS—Salaries 'and Duties — Couneil as a whole. POLICE CO1MMMI'TTEE — Mayor Mc- Murray, Councillors Trewartha and Elliott. Councillor Trewartha spoke to the matter of street work, making some suggested changes, one of which was the division of works to be supervised by a member of the committee with ed. Council approved payment of $87.00 by few. We ask that a part be done is the Deputy Returning Officers Poll by YOU Clerics,' and for the rental of booths, 05 expenses of the recent municipal election. The Clerk was authorized to . sub- scribe to the Municipal World for Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Rothwell, Gode- nine copies of their monthly edition rich Township, announce the engage- for 1943, beginning with the January inent of their daughter, Muriel Min- number; a copy for each member and eta to Carman John Grigg, son of one for the office. Mr, and Mrs. Rueben Grigg, else of Goderieh Township. The marriage will take place the latter part of January. V Engagement Announced V CLINTON SURVEY In order to assist the authorities in their war effort, the Ministerial Asso- ciation has undertaken to make a sur- V vey of the town with a view to find- ing accommodation for . the Families of the Armed Forces, and also to in- year. Rev. E. G. Gallagher and Josh quire of householdersand tenants ua Scott, representing the L.O.L. were their religious affiliation, present at the last sitting of the coon- This survey will begin this month, cil. The council agreed to give every It is to be desired that all will co -open- support possible, free concessions and ate in this essential and worthy endea- t use of the town park and arena in vor to meet a growing need. case of rain. After seine discussion about the snow -plowing of the, town streets Reeve • Falconer suggested that some particular person or persons be res- ponsible for calling out the plow. It was decided, that the night constable and Councillor Trewartha be respons- ible. Reeve Falconer moved the adjourn- ment. Wingham will play host to district Orangemen on the twelfth of July this l ATTENTION LADIES Our, local Red Crossare putting on a drive for second hand clothing in good' repair also old furs, furl linings and pieces of fur to line seamen's vests etc. If every lady will send an article or more to the, council( chamber as soon as possible a large shipment can be sent right away where it is needed so badly. 1 J Hockey Notes Clinton hockey fans are for the first time in years without a local team to eheer 'to victory;' but are turning out in large crowds to watch the "Sparks", (team from R.A,.F. Station, Clinton), The group consist' of four teams, Seaforth; S,F.T.S. No. 9 Exet- er; E.F.T.S.-No. 12, Sky Harbor; and the R.A.F. Station,' Clinton. The games have all . been exceptionally. glean, and well fought but so far the "Sparks" 'have had some trouble in piling un their scores. Clinton fans are looking forward to the games yet to be played here. The members of the "Sparks" are: Goal, Rothwell; defence, Stevens, B,uzoki; centre, Christie, wings, Bap ally, Vadeboncoeur, subs, Hardy, Dun- gavell, , Robb, Cullen; Mertz. WLTF A P Exeter. 4 0 .0 25 13 8 Seaforth 3 1 0 46 15. 8 Clinton 1 3 1 21 41 3 Goderioh- .. ,, 0 4 '1 16 34 1 V --- " Permission Granted Agnes Stothers to Teach' Miss Agnes Stother, B. A., of Ar- thur, daughter of Mr. S. B. Stothers, former Agricultural Representative in Clinton, after attending the Coll- ege of Education for only the fall term, was graduated and has accep- ted a position in t7ie Stoney' Creek High School, and commenced her du- ties there last Monday. Miss Stothers is one of a number of teachers who have been. granted permission to accept positions with- out completing their full term in 0. C. E. V AMONG THE CHURCHES Baptist Church Clinton Gospel Song -Service beginning promptly at seven -o'clock. Ministers sermon subject will be, "Clearing the Mist as to What is the True Church?" We welcome the men of the air- force to worship with us. Remember the -Sunday School is meeting- at "two -thirty on Sunday af- ternoon. Scholars .and teachers please be present. St. Paul's .Church of England Thursday, 7.30 pan. Service of In- tercession. Sunday -9:30 a.m. Holy C'omnihnion, 11.00 aen..Matins'and Litany. Text of sermon "Lovest Thou Me"? (S. John 21:17) 2.30 p.m. Sunday School. 7.00 p.m. Evensong, text of sermon "Sir, we would see Jesus." (S. John 12: 21) Monday 8.00 pan. Annual Vestry meeting. Note: It is with great pleasure the rector announces that the missionary pledge of $600,00 has been overpaid. This follows -the splendid stand taken in 1941 of standing "four-square for Christ and Iris Chruch." Wednesday: 4.15 p.m. Junior W. A. 7.,.n 0 p.m. Youg Peo^le have n • - a skat ing• party. Also the President Murray Draper, takes a carload of delegates to the Deanery Local Council' meeting- in. St. George's Church, Goderich. Presbyterian Church, Clinton Morning Worship at 11 a.m. Sunday school immediately follow- ing the 'service. The W,M,S. will meet at the home of Mrs, G. D. -Roberton on :Wednes- day January 20th at 3 p.m'. - Wesley -Willis United Church Sunday Jan, 17th 1943' 11.m. Morning Worship— Sermon subjeet--"Complete in Christ." 12.10 p.m.—Sunday, School, 7 p.m. -Evening Worship: Sermon subject "Believe and Receive" 8 p.m, F'iretsr-8e Hour. The •annual meeting of the congre agtion will be held in the church hall on Wednesday January 20, beginning with a congregational supper at 6.30 p.m. Plan to be present as there are important matters to be considered. The Young People's Meeting will be held Monday evening, Jan. 18th at 8 p.m. Miss Dorothy Carless will take the', topic "Forgiveness." Ontario Street United Church • 11.00 a,m.' "How Mukdh Devesst Thou"? Are we all debtors? Near Noon—Sunday School, 2.00 p.m. Turner's Church. 7.00 p.m, Jesus' Attitude to the Need of People for Food. Who Con- trols? What about the Age of Plenty in the tine of War. How much Spir- itual Food Does one Need? Thursday (Jan 14) Stewards at 7.30 p.m, Official Board at 5.00 p.m. Monday, Jan, 17th "8 p.m.—Young People's Union Outdoor night—An- nual Toboggan Party.' Wednesday Jan. 20th Annual meet- ing of the Congregation.. LITTLE LOCALS , Members of the L.O.B.A. No. 377 will ,hold their regular meeting on attend. Please January 19th, at 8 mem a Mrs. Leonard Miclfnigiht and daugh- ter Sandra, who have been making their horn with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Robinson, moved to London this week: The children of St. Paul's Sunday School haV'heir annual sleigh ride on Wednesday. On their return to the parish hall they enjoyed. hot dogs and hot chocolate The ride was given through the kinahess of Mr. James lifoGill and Mr. Waldby Burton. V Huron Finances in Good Shape. Municipalities of Huron County are in the best financial shape they have been In for many years ,in the opin- ion of County Treasurer A. H. Ers- kine. He says all -county taxes, amoun- ting to $227,000 were raid ahead of schedule,. some as early as last June. Township tax collectors report col- lections the best ever. Farmers are in much hetter financial shape. v Red Cross Notes The :annual meeting of the Red Ckoss• was held in the 'Couneill Chamber Thursday January 7th at 8 o'clock. Mrs. Radford opened the meet- ing with prayer after which Mrs. Frank Fingland gave the opening speech- and resume of the year's work as follows: • "This is 'rest a general resume of the year's work the more detailed re-, port will show the facts and figures. We have had three years of strenuous war work in Clinton. We haveseven units working with the Clinton Unit to form theClinton Branch. With the splendid help of these outside units we feel that our efforts for the great hu- manitarian work of the Red Cross have been worth while. At the beginning of the year we had a canvass of the town for work, ers. These were divided into knitters and .those; who sew.: Then at the request of the Nation- al Red Cross in Toronto we had a display of work and modelling. The comments heard at this time made us feel justifiably proud. One woman was overheard to say she had no idea that the. Red Cross did such beautiful work. Our knitting and sewing quotas have increased. Sometimes we have wondered if we could accomplish them but always the faithful ones have rallied to the call and our quotas have been filled. We were alarmed but not dismay- ed, when our share of the national campaign for funds became known.. Never before had we been asked for so much money. Our quota was almost double that of .any previous one. With the splendid help of the War Services Organization, we not only made our quota we exceeded it. We have two Junior Red Cross or- ganizations working under our char- ter, the pupils of the Collegiate ln- etitute and those of the Public School. The former raise money by collecting selvage in itself a fine enterprise, and by putting on dances. They knit reed sew and recently gave a dona- tion of twenty-five dollars to the Russian Relief. The pupils of the Public school gave us their nioney from the sale of Christmas card's and from their school concert, They knit and sew and have almost completed, three af- ghans. They •male and filled, twelve tomb victim's bags. The contents do- nated by the pupils. We have raised money this year by various ways but chiefly by means of help from outside organizations. This+ was either • by direct donations or by them putting on somefunction for the Red Cross. To thein go our grateful thanks. We have given gifts of knitting to aur boys when they enlisted. We re- membered 62 nten on active service at Christmas with gifts. This year it was cigarettes to these who smoke. candy and gum to those who do not. This was done by the Evening Auxil- iary and Clinton Unit, The outside un- its dealt similarly with the men from their own communities. We made and filled 44 Sailor's bags. The bags were made by our workers and filled from the funds. These were made by all the units and splendid bags they were. We have visited our nearby Mili- tary hospital once a month. Those doing, the viHling being responsible for taking a basket of comforts — these varied from fruit, books candy and flowers to `cigarettes, We have made and placed curtain° on all the windows of the military hospital—brightening the rooms for the sick abed. In this connection I wish to especially mention. Mrs, E.. Rmnballand Mrs. M. Elliott who toolo. practically the Whole burden of this. work on their ower. shoulders. We have not yet established a Blood. Donor •Clinic in Clinton. This we hope te do in thenear future, This. is a. greatwork taken over by the 'Red Cross in this war, The old way of giving a transfusibntfrom one mart. to another was dangerous and usually fatal. This new method will save thousands of lives which. -would, other- wise be lost: Early in the year at an urgent re- quest from Wing- Commander Cocks, we supplied a number. of men with. knitted comforts. These men were leaving immed- iately for overseas and we were suc- cessful in supplying them witli 1,000 pairs of nooks 1000 scarves and 500 pairs of gloves. We have also secured for the. Host- ess House a first Aid Emergency Kite. We have had some share .n the work of the recreation room but this. has been looked after almost entirely by the Evening ^ Auxiliary, and' they - have done good work. We have a prisoner of Wartin Ger- many Thomas O'Connell and we have. a "Next of Kin Advisory Committee" for looking after this part, of our work. Next of kin parcels must be sent through the Red Cross and I. would like to stress, for I believe it cannot be stressed too much that only through the Raul Cross can these boyo be reached. Three boys from Gode- rich taken prisoners after Dieppe, in writing home said "Mother get its touch with the Red Cross." The International Red Cross at Switzerland gets in touch with these boys—obtains their names, the loan - tion of the camp where they are it/- career/WI:di and the state of their Health. This information is relayedi back to the National Red Cross. From. that time a weekly parcel of food is sent them. It costs the Red Gross $250 a year per man todo this. We_hav_e beensending since tie' easiipaign 70 per cent .of all monies taken in, to Toronto to 'aid in this great work. So that front the time, Tweehoas O'C'onnell's name came back' to us, we the people of Clinton, have been sending him a parcel of food a km: We ape deeply iniebted to the 1 Town Council. the War Services asso- ciation, the Women's Institute, the Lion's Club, the Orangeman's Order,, The Oddfellows Lodge and the Coun- ty Council, all of whomhave contri- buted largely toward making this a most successful year. To all church dulls who have help- ed in any way we say, thank you. In this connection I wish to especially mention the Guild of St. Paul's An • - glican Church. The ladies. of .this- guild have made and donated to the Red Cross during the past year, twen- • ty-fou• quilts, colts In closing I wish to pay tribute to our worthy retiring president, Mrs. Radford. We are sorry to use the ward retiring but Mrs. Radford has been our president for two years' and she deserves a rest. The way has. not always been easy but throughout it all she has been conscientious, tact- ful, and kind. We shall miss her but she felt as olid others of us, also that the same ones should not always Bold office nor that 'the burden of the work should fall always on the same should-• ers. She has formed a striking com- mittee and I ant happy to announce that an. almost et0irely new personnel has been formed for 1943, I know the work will prosper ane go forward. We 'must all be sharers, we trust give of our time our means, our en • - ergies. When we fail in any of these some one else must do our share. We mustemulate and keepbeforet us the splendid example of our fight- ing men. They give their all and count : not the cost. They languish in the hands of the barbarians, they fight they die, that we may go on live ing in comfort. Compared to them our efforts are pretty' feeble. As we 'go forward into . the new year, letus,keep before us their shining example. Let, us remember. time there are boys, the finest of our young'. manhood who have already gone' from us, never to return agaib. "These gave. the world away. Poured 'out the red 'sweet wine of youth Gave up the years to be, of work and joy And that unhoped selene that anent call age, ' And those who would have been,, •Their sons they gave, their innnote. tali ty,"