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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1943-05-27, Page 1The Clinton News -Record Est :1878 NO. 6146 -64th YEAR With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New Era CLINTON ONTARIO. THURSDAY. MAY 27, 1943 BRIDAL WREATH GUARANTEED PERFECT DIAMONDS GIFTS For Every Occasion ! FINE WATCHES RINGS, SILVERWARE CLOCKS; JEWELLERY : FOUNTAIN PENS, NOVELTIES WATCH AND JEWELLERY REPAIRS GUARANTEED CASH PAID FOR OLD GOLD • W. H. HELLYAR AR JEWELLER & ,OPTOMETERIST CLINTON Jmbrella Repairing That old umbrella you were about to, discard can be repaired, remodelled, and brought up to date. Enquire for prices on this service which includes recover- ing in plain colors or stripes and t plaids. Prices according to quality chosen.. . Delivery in two to three weeks' time. MAKE IT DO •r• IRWIN 2.14 jol) 1. 1. In selling Jewellery there is always the vision of how happy someoneis going to be when the package is opened-- revealing,tha! diamond, watch, or silverware. Yes—jewellery is always bought and given as a token of sentiment, faith, love. happfneaa. odI1 !rl. ii liE!1!!iiii'`" 41`The selection is not as large, but it's tho same fine 1647 Rogers Bros.— Canada's finest ailverplate. You also have the satisfaction of knowing that even if the variety of patterns is limited • those available are the loveliest in silverplate. We Also Have a Grand Array of- DIAMONDS WATCHES . BOLLO WARE STERLING 26 Pc. Services $34.75 44 Pc. Services $49.75 • Adoration or First Love Patterns \his W. GJUNTER; Clinton, Ontario. i BLOOD DONORS CLINIC At a meeting -held in the Council, Chamber of .O1amen, Town Hall, on Thursday evening' of last week, it was decided to hold a Blood'Donorer Clin- ic in the Town of Clinton, in the early part of Jrme. The meeting was ad- dressed by Miss Foy, Stied Cross Or- ganizer rganizer of Mobile Blood Clinics, who ably outlined the purpose, ,and, nec- essary procedure in connection with the •establishment el a clinic, in con- junction, with one of the mobile un- its, now touring Canada, to immure supplies of blood far treatment, :be- fore being forwarded overseas to be used in reducing fatalities among .our armed forces. Citizens of Clinton and the: sur- rounding territory are 'asked' to vol- unteer their services as, donors in this worthy and pa latic cause. Anyone desiring to - help the war effort by proffering a few ouncesof his blood, of the cause, please communioate with James Shearer or Mayor A. J, Me - Murray of Clinton, • These clinics will be held regularly and at the first clinic men only will be accepted; later the 1'adies will be asked to donate their blood'. All healthy and red blooded Canadians will want to ilo their part by "send- ing their blood overseas in a bottle/' Watch the flews-Reeord for further notice. Beautiful Display at Bridal Pageant The wedding gowns displayed at the bridal pageant put on by the Young People's Union of Wesley WiI- iis United Church last evening were beautiful and served to show the dif- ference in styles during the last 93 years. To try to explain in detail the different styles and their periods• in fashion would take too much space, but never has such a parade of gowns been • shown here before. The auditorium of the church was prettily decorated with ferns, blos- soms and spring flowers. Rev. Andrew Lane welcomed the audience and -conveyed his thanks to the organist, Mrs. M. J. Agnew, the committee in charge of the display, the ladies who loaned their gowns and the girls modelling them, also the soloists. The program was as fol- lows; with .Mrs. It M. Sperling act- ing as Mistress of Ceremonies: Wedding gown of Mrs. S. Blair, Kip - pen, 1850, and modelled by Miss Clete Potter;: gown of Mrs. Charles Eggle- ston, 1873, end modelled by Miss Clara Nediger; gown of 1888 belong- ing to Mrs. R. Y. Tfiompson of Lon- d'esboro and worn by Miss Barbara Brown; an 1887 gown, belonging to Mrs. James Snell of Tuckersmitln ,and worn by Miss Audrey Jervis1; gown of f 1899 modelled byMrs. D: MacAulay and belonging to Mrs, A. T. Cooper of town; a suer modelled by ed Miss Ruth gown Potter belonging to Mrs. William Tough, whose wedding took place in g 1901; also the own worn by Ma's. Id. D. McTaggart in 1901 at her wedding and 'modelled by Miss Kaye McGill; Miss Isobel Chowen modelled her grandmother's gown of 1903, Mrs, W. H. Knox; Miss • Anna Aikeehead also modelled a gown of 1904 belonging to her mother Mrs. Hugh Aikenhead; the wedding' gown of Mrs. M. T. Corless in 1908 wasworn by her only daugh- ter, Miss Dorothy Corless; Mrs. E. E. Paterson's gown of 1911 was modell- ed by Mies Jean Nediger;. and Mrs. F. W. Andrew's wedding gown of 1911 was warn by Mis,, Jean Vodden; in 1912 Mrs. W. S. R. Holmes was mar- ried and her gown was modelled by Mrs. George Hay; Miss Jean Webster wore her mother's gown of 1913, Mrs Wm: Webster; and Mrs. C. E. Eiiliott's wedding dress of 1914 was worn by Miss Jo Anne Caninghame; Miss Mar- garet Henry also wore her mother's dress, Mrs. WilliamHenry, of 1915; Mfrs. Noble Holland was married in 1916 and her gown was modelled by Mise Donelda Adams; Miss Eleanor Glew wore Mrs. Edward Glen's gown of 1917; Mrs. J. M. Elliott lent her gown of 1917 and it was worn by Miss Eileen ,Sutter; Miss Helen McGill wore the dress' Mrs. N. J. 'Holland wore when she was married in 1926; and Miss Ina Reid wore the gown Mrs. A. E. Menzies was married in in 1927; Mrs. Rees Jenkin's loaned her gown! of 1928 and Miss. Verna Bailey dis- played it; Mrs. Well modelled Mrs. (Dr,) Oakes gown of 1930; and Miss Geraldine White wore Mrs. F•erg Van- Egmond's gown of 1930; Miss Mary Lane wore a beautiful lace gown with veil, a 1932 model, the owner kindly (Continued on Page 8) The New Era Est. 1807 THE HOME PAPER Engagements .Announced Mr. and Mrs, Frank S. Smith of Newmarket, wish to announce the engagement of their eldest daughter, Jean Frances, to Warrant Officer George Edward '.Johns, R.C•A,F., Brantford, elder son of Mr, and Mrs: Addison F. Johns, . of Newmarket, formerly of Clinton. The, marriage will take .place in Trinity United Church Newmarket, Saturday, June 19th. Mrs, Bertha M. Habkirk, wishes to announce the engagement of her dau- ghter, Norma Jean, to Cpl. George D'Orleon Silis, eldest son of MT. and Mrs. Frank S. Sills, Seaforth. The marriage will take,,place the Iatter part of May. Dedicate Honour Roll at Ontario Street Church: A special Victoria Day Service was heir' Sunday' evening at Ontario St„ United Chureh here for ,the unveiling of the honour roll. A large.number of friends, relatives and neighbors of those whose names were on the roll attended. Some men whoeately had re- turned home were present in the aud- ience. The tablet was unveiled by Mr. Ed- ward Mittell, whose only: son Sergeant Observer Ernest' E. Mittell, was the first from Clinton and from this church to give his life overseas. Forty-three names were listed. The pastor Rev. G. G. Burton, gave the dedicatory prayer. Another young airman, Erwin Thomas thinking, who gave his life for his country's cause was listed es buried at Cologne, in Germany, J.. C. Britton, Y. M.C.A. secretary at Port Albert, assisted the pastor in the service. Flight Lieutenant J H. Floyd, chap- lain of. the R.A.F, Station, Clinton, gave the address, .After the service there was a gathering in the church hall where a social hour was enjoyed. Captain H. McIntyre and Sergeant Ce- cil Holmes, just back from Britain, gave interesting talks of their exper- iences. They made it plain that the boys over there are longing for more letters from home. LieutenantSamuel Ronnie, Lieut-Coionel.F. G. Thompson and Miss Marion Gibbings •rendered excellent solos during the service. —V -- Donald Ross and Pupils to Broadcast on May 28th Mr. Donald Ross and a group of pupils from School Section Number 10, Stanley Township, are arranging a program for Friday, May 28th, at 7,80 p.m. over OKNX, Wingham, in the interests of War Savings Stamps and Certificates, V ---- AMONG THE CHURCHES Wesley Willis United Church The W. A. of Wesley Willis Church will meet Thursday, June 3rd at 3:30 p.m. Mrs. Nelson's group will be .hos- tesses. Presbyterial). Church 10 a.m. Sunday School. 11 a.m. Seeman Subject, "Faithful in Few Things." {The W. A. will meet on Wednesday, June 2nd, at 2.30 p.m. A full attend- ance is. requested as this is a busi- ness meeting, Ontario Street United Church 10 a.m, Sunday- School. 11 axe. Reception of Members into Full communion --by Transfer, Pro- fession of Faith and by Instraction. 2 p.m. Worship and Sunday School at Turner's. 7 pm, "The Strength of Love" (The length and breadth and height of )ove) (It's riches are unsearchable) Monday 8 p.m. Young People's Un- ion: Final meeting. "A night with our Young Artists" program and fel- Iowship hour. Wednesday 8 p.m. Gathering at mid- week meeting for prayer, instruction and 7ellowship. The regular meeting of the W. A. will be held Thursday, June 3rd, at 3 p.ut. in the lecture room of the church. Picinic lunch will be served, Baptist Church Come to church. "Come to Christ confession make, Come to Christ and pardon take, Trust in Hitn from day to day. He will keep you all the way." The Minister's sermon theme at the seven o'clock service will be "Consid- ering, a statement of Jesus to a Young Man.' If ypa like bright gospel singing and listening: to the Word of God explained, you will find both at our worship service.' You are weleonie to meet with us. MILITARY NEWS LAC Frank Garrett, of No. 1 A. 0, F. Melton, with his wife, visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Newman Gar- rett over the week 'end, LAC. Reg .Cudmore of the R•C.A.F, at Mountain View was a week end visitor with his parents, Mr, and Mrs.; Alex Cudmore. LAW Madelon Hawkins of the R.C. A.F., (Wee.) .et Toreet° spent the week end in town with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Hawkins. L eph Roy Fitzsimons of the Pro- vost Corps at London spent the week end in f.town with Mrs, Fitzsimons. Rev. B. F. Andrew of town is at Rockcliffe, Ontario. He enlisted de bandsman in the R.O.A.F. and expects to be stationed' at Centralia. The largest class sof Canadian Wo- men's Army Corps cooks to train at No. 3 Basic Training Centre graduat- ed at Kitchener Thursday. Honor student among the 27 girls is Corp- oral Ellen Cole of Stratford, formeriy cools at the Huron County Home, at Clinton. Seven, girls attained better than 90 per cent efficiency and .all who started the course graduated. Corporal Cole cooked at the Huron County Home for five years prior to enlisting last October. She is a dau- ghter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Cole of. Stratford and has two brothers, Gun- ner Fred Cole and Signalman Lloyd Cole, both en active service overseas. Lieut -Colonel F. G. Thompson of the R.C.A.M.C. Trafalgar Street Hos- pital, London, spent the week end in town with his family. LITTLE LOCALS - The most recent ration ruling from Ottawa states that the 'expiry date for butter coupons 10 and 11 will be May 31. This expiry date is the same for butter coupons 6, 7, 8, and 9. Miss Edna Archambault of the School of Commerce has accepted a position with the Canada Life Assur- ance Company at London. Mr. E. E. Gibson of Edmonton, Alta has purchased the' property on Ont- ario street belonging to the estate of the late Joseph Wheatley. Mrs. Norman Miller . is in London this, week as a Delegate to the Pro. vinoial Grand Orange Lodge. Amongst the recent graduates of the Toronto General Hospital School of Nursing is Miss Helen Patton, B. A., a former teacher at the Clinton Collegiate Institute.,_ V Presbyterian W. M. S. The Women's' Missionary Society held 'their regular meeting on Wed- nesday-, May 19. at the horse of Mrs. Streets, The president Mrs. G. D. ,Ro- berton opened the meeting with a call to worship. The devotions were taken by Mrs. Wilson and Miss Stirling. Tlie theme "We would be Free," with the study Y an the Prench given by Mrs. Axon was most interesting and in- structive, The treasurer reporter' a valuable layette made bythe Home. y f Stanley, Helpers p o Sat y, had been forward- ed. Mrs. Roberton gave a short read - Mg after which the roll call was ans. wered by a verse on Repentance. The meeting closed with a hymn, the Na- tionaI Anthem and the Lord's Prayer in unison. Dainty refreshments were then sexy edby the Hostess. V W. W. Evening Auxiliary The evening Auxiliarly of Wesley Willis United Church met on Thurs. day evening last at the home of Mrs. Reg. Shipley, with 16 members, •pre- sent. After the singing of a hymn and the Lord's Prayer in unison, the secretary's report was read and; ad- opted. The Roll call was answered by ;each; responding . with a verse on "Spring", Treasurer's report given and a few community friendship calls were reported. Mrs. Britton gave a Temperance paper on "An Appeal to Youth." The supply dept. gave their report and the quilt and afghan which were just completed were on display.. A special collection for supply work was received, The general collection was received with •offertory prayer by the president. Adele Jervis then :took charge, end the National Anthem was sung, A call to worship and responsive psalm 106 an hYnnnary Miss ,udd gave a short tes ription of thaptee being studied F. Higgins, D. Mutch and Mrs. Brit- ton also took part in dialogue form. Jean Livermore read a poets on "Thinking of Happiness." Hymn 400 was sting and Mtzpah Benediction New Post Office Hours By , authority of the Post Office Department, the wickets at the local Post Office will be oven. from 8,30 4.111. to 6.30 p.m. commencing, Monday, lbiay 31st. V Wou ten's' Institute The annual meeting•: of the Women's Innstitute was bele on Thursday last with Mrs. Adams in the chair. The meeting was opened with the W.I. Ode and: the singing of 0 Canada. Re- ports of the convenors of last year's committees showed a very successful teras in all branches of activities with a good balance in treasury. For the transaction of business the new pre- sident, Mrs. J. B. Lavis took charge. The treasurer reported $139,26 in the bank. On the motion of the finance. convenor Mrs. Sturdy, the W. I, will buy a $100 Victory Bond. A towel was donated and was won by Mrs. Lavis, which realized :$1.90. The convenors for the different groups were elected as follows: Corresponding -secretary, Mrs Hayden; community activities, Mrs. Trewartha, Agriculture, Mrs. P. Manning; home economics, Mrs. Epps, historical research, Mrs. McKinley; citizenship, Mrs. C. E. Elliott; social welfare, Mrs. Trewartha; publicity, Miss C. Harrison; war work, Mrs. L. Glazier. Mrs. R. Holmes and Mrs, C. E. Elliott were appointed to attend blood clinic as helpers. The musical program was put on by Mrs. McLenn- an and Kay- and Area Britton. Dele- gates to the district annual are Mrs, Sturdy, Mrs. Holmes, Mrs. Lavis, Mrs. Adams, and Mrs McKinley, which will be held itt Clinton on June 1st. Mrs. A. C. 'Brandon and committee served refreshments. Y BRUCEFIELD Week end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Wheeler were Mr. and Mrs. Austin Wheeler and son, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wheeler and daughter of Detroit, Mx. and Mrs, C. H. Hal- stead and son of Stratford. Mr. .and ..Mrs. Austin. Zapfe of Lon- don visited friends in the village. Miss Evelyn. Grainger of Goderich, spent a couple of days at her home here. Mrs. W. Smith of Exeter spent the, week end with her sister, Mrs, A. Hohner. Misses Ina Scott and Margaret Ai- kenhead of London spent the week end at their home here. Miss` May Mitchel of Toronto, Miss Grace Dalrymple of Hensall spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs, H. Dal. rymple. Miss Doris Dutot of London spent Sunday at her home here. Following are a few letters which the Patriotic Society have received from mine of our boys overseas thank Mg them for boxes • g and, cigarettes that the have received. y h v e vet. Dear Friend: Just a few lines to let you know I received the parcel you so kindly sent. It was in tip top .shape. I was sore surprised to it. When they told me there was a •parcel, couldn't figure it out as I had got otic from home the day before but it was lovely any- way and everything was ;just as you sent it. Well x'il say good' by and thanks a million and, I roc+ y appre- ciate it. Your Friena: —Don Dayman. Dear Friends: Just a line to let you all know that I received your most welcome parcel of cigarettes last mein quite intaot4 i stn very proud to be remem- bered by the people of the village and wish the1 receiver ei of the hutnb a note to convey my thanks to each and every one of the Patriotic Society. 1 am fine; hoping these few lines find you all well and in. good spirits. So Carry on the ,good work. Your humble servant, Pt:. W. T. Calwell. Dear Friends: Received the box and cigarettes which you sent to tae. You won't know What it means to get let- ters and parcels from home. I saw Willie Burdge since the last of Jan- uary. Please thank tee ladies fc,r the things ,they sent are. S ant fine ani Trope this finds you all the sots . Hope we will all soon he home again. Love to all and thanks, • epr..P.. Harr•so,,i,. Dear Folks; Thanks ver mum for the cigar- ettes. Y Hops all ere friends in Bruce - field are in the best of health, We are all fine hereend have had a raise in pay. We are cloning slowly but surely, Spr. R. McCabe. PERSONALS Miss Verna Freeman was a visitor in London on Tuesday, Mr. and Mgrs. James, Livermore spent theweek end in Sin -woe. Mis. 3. R. Watson of Toronto is vis- iting her :nether,` Mrs. E. Beaton, of town. M ,•L. J. Barber of Toronto spentthe week end holiday with his sister, Mrs. C. B. Hale.• Miss Isabel Pickett is visiting her brother, Pte: Kenneth Pickett and family in Montreal this week. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. McMurray spent the week end holiday at their cot- tage at Drysdale, on Lake Huron. Mrs. Emma Adams of London came up Tuesday eventing to attend the Oar- porals dance at the R.A.F. Station, Olinton. Mas. O. S. Durkin and daughter Bar- bare. arbara of Grand Valley and Mrs. 0. E. Moffat and son Donald of Bick- ford were week end visitors with their mother, Mrs. E. Beaton, who has been confined to her bed during the past winter. Mr. Bob Cook of Listowel, the magic- ian was •a visitor this week with Mr. and Mrs. A. J. McMurray, Bob has been with the ,Rinso people on entertainment work the past year and has now joined the army and is continuing his entertainment work for the duration. v PORTER'S HILL On Sunday morning a splendiit at- tendance was out to church, Rev. Woo - land delivered a splendid sermon Sun- day School followed the •service with a very encouraging attendance Miss Mary Torrance took the lesson for the Bible Class. On Sunday evening about 10,30 a disastrous fire destroyed the large barn of Roy Wilson on the 6 Can. along with hay and some grain 7 cal- ves, 2 sows, 7 pigs 100 hens were Mimed. Me. and Mrs. Wilson and fam- ily were in Wingham at the time a number of farm implements were also destroyed. This is very unfortunate at this time when everything in farm machinery is so hard to replace. Visitors at the •home of Mr. one Mrs, G. G. Newton over Sunday were LAC Linn Newton and wife. Linn is taking a course at the RAY, Sta- tion, Clinton, he is the son of Charles Newton formerly of here but now re. siding in Winnipeg. ' Mr. Harry Powell purchased an old building from E. Townsend and is building a hen house, Vr CONSTANCE MissHazelDining of London spent the week end. visiting Mr. and Mrs. E. Adams and Miss Donelda. Mrs. John E. Busby and Miss Shir- Iey of Chatham .spent the holiday -with Mr. and ,i4i'rs. L. Lawson. Mrs. Rola Lawson returned home' with them after spending two weeks in Chatham. MissDexterDtheI of Kitchener spent the holiday with her parents. Miss Marion LawMso n spent tth the holi- day da with Mr. and Mrs. L. Lawson. Mrs. Earl Lawson and Reg were in London an Saturday, Miss Doris accompanied them home to spend the week end. v Federation of Apiculture The annual reorganization meeting of the Huron Federation of Agricul- ture held here on Tuesday evening last,was attended by an enthusias- tic and almost full attendance as 33 of the 36 possible .voting delegates registered. Offieers elected for 1943 were President,. W. L.: Whyte, Seaforth; vice president Harry Sturdy, of hast, Wawanosh; Secretary -Treasurer. W. J. Dale, Clinton. Following the election of officers a very general discussion on mattere pertaining, to federation interests • wan held when the plans far the field day and pieinic, to be held in the Lioni+ Park, Seaforth, on Monday, Sone 7th, were outlined in detail. Other subjects under discussion were: regarding gas•. ol'ine stations renraleing open an Sat. urday night to 9 pan. In regard to this question, it was •announced that ;the Oil Controller had., agt'eed: to permit this late closing for five months, p the year. resolution from the MMKiliais unit requesting the steel controller to take immediate 4 du t •action to- see that steel was made available far Maple - meats needed on the farms far this year's harvest, was ;passed, as it was pointed out at the meeting that last: year's hay loaders -arrived after the, hay harvest was all completed.