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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1943-06-24, Page 1The Clinton News -Record Est. 1878 ''.With Which is 'incorporated The Clinton New Era NO. 6150 -64th YEAR CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 1943 Advertisers and 'Corres- pondents Please Note As July 1st, Dominion Day, falls on a Thursday this' year and will be celebrated then we are forced to get out our issue on Wednesday if we are also to enjoy a holiday.. May we have the co-operation of our advertis- ers and correspondents by sending in all advertising ,and news items one day earlier. v RED• CROSS NOTES 57 Blood Donors at Clinics Clinton's .first blood donor clinic washeld on Tuesday, morning, June 22nd, in Wesley -Willis Church Hail. Much time and planning was spent in its organization, and as a result • it was most successful. The doctors in charge were: Dr. Shaw, Dr. Oakes, Dr Addison, Dr. Vokes, Dr. Trotter, .Dr. Weir. The nurses assisting were, Mrs. Oakes, Mrs. Haddy, Mrs. Mid- dleton, Mrs. Lawrence, Miss Grainger, Miss Sinclair, Miss Grirness, Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Brown, Miss Stirling, Mrs. Livermore, Mrs Fitzsimmons, Mrs. Yacca, Mrs. Thornburn, Miss Hoeflin. Those in charge of the secre- tarial work were: Mrs G. Miller, Mrs. L, H. Stevens, Miss R. Ball. The receptionist at the door was Mr. Lyle Paisley. During the morning Mrs. J. M. El- liott entertained with piano music. Those in charge of equipment were Mrs. Venner and Mrs. J. M. Elliott. Refreshments served the donors were in charge of Mrs. Paterson. Those assisting her were: Mrs. Me - Taggart, Mrs. Axon, Mrs. Osbaldes- ton, Mrs. M. Steep, Mrs. W. Colclough Mrs, P. Manning, Mrs. Holmes, Mrs. C. Elliott, Miss Shaw, Mrs. Hunter, Mrs. Meanwell. We wish to thank the following for donations: C. M. Shearing, T. J. Riley, Miss Doan, Mrs. G. Smith, Mrs. C. Merrill, Mrs. Colclough, Mrs, Steepe, Mrs. Fred Middleton. Thanks also to the Presbyterian church for the loan of screens. The nurse technician, Mrs. Pitt and, her assistant, Mrs. Bell in charge of the Mobile Blood Donor Clinic com- plimented the entire staff on the ef- ficient way the clinic was handled. The Junior Red Cross of Clinton are paying the expenses of these clin- ics. Another one will be held in five weeks. If you were not called for this one, be ready for the next• Many more donors will be needed as the number used will be increased. Mr. Shearer and Mr. McMurray are in charge of receiving the names of don- ors. Give them your name. Mr. J. Cree Cook headed the fol- lowing list of volunteer donors: Harry Schellenberger, A. Garen, Gor- don Hoy, Ernest Walton, Wm. Hog- gart, J. B. Philbin, Ken Elliott, Reg: Ball, G. Scribbins, Geo. Elliott, C. D. Connell, C. V. Cooke, John Sutter, Elmer Potter, John. Leiper, Erwin Ja- cob, G. M. Counter, L. W. McDonald, Bert Gliddon, Joe Silcock, Alvin Flet- cher, Vic Roy, Alonzo Mathews, J. B. White, F. W. Pennebaker, Clifford Cooper, Dr. H. A. McIntyre, Frank Lobb, G. R. McEwan, W. H. Rob- inson, W. Glen Cook, Father McDon- ald, A. E. Haddy J. C. Shearer, E. V. Lawson, Frank Fingland, Gregor Mc- Gregor, A. M. Knight, Fred Ford, Kenneth C. Trewartha, James Turn- er. Dennis Bisback, Murray East, Chas. Merrill, Jack Nediger, Irwine Tebbutt, Harry Henry, Stewart Mid- dleton, Lorne Jervis, George German, Elmer Trick,: Bert Shobbrook, Noble Holland Wm. Sinclair, Eph. Snell, A. Shaddick. V Choir Honours : ride -Elect choir rac- e regular c r In place of th g prac- tice the choir of W •ic at the chureh e to - met at h le -Wills United Church Y home of Mrs. W. M. Nediger on Vic- toria street on Friday night last. This occasion was to honour Miss Dorothy Corless -a faithful member -on her e s -a approaching marriage. Following the regular choir prac- tice conducted+by Mrs. Agnew, games and contests were enjoyed under the leadership of Mrs. R. A. Montgomery. Benson Sutter then spoke of the reason for the gathering mentioning that the choir would miss Dorothy and expressed the best wishes of the group for her wedded happiness.On behalf of 9 the ch it Misses Lillian Garrett and Kaye McGill presented Dorothy with a lovely coffee table. The bride-to-be thanked the choir for %heir thoughtfulness and expressed regret at leaving her home choir. • The hostess served dainty refresh- ments, assisted by her daughter -Miss Clara Nediger and Mrs, Win, Conron. The New Era Est, 1867 THE HOME PAPER Rev. G. R. Thompson Elected Deputy G. M. Rev. G. R. Thompson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry J. Thompson of God; erich Township, and 'rector of the church of Ehgland at Truro, Nova Scotia, was elected deputy grand mas- ter at the 78tl .annual meeting of the Grand Lodge of the Masonic Or- der in Nova Scotia held recently, V Postponed Soccer Match Saturday, June 26th The Soccer match between the R.A, F. Station; Clinton, and, the team re- presenting the Michigan State Soc- cer which was Football C to have taken place on Saturday, June 19th, on the Station Sports field has been unavoidably postponed until Saturday, June 26th. The kick-off is at 7.30 p.m. and an admission charge for civilians and service personnel will be made. The game is being played under the aus- pices of and for the benefit of the Clinton Women's Auxiliary (R.A.F.) V SON MISSING While Mrs. Gabe Elliott was spend- ing a few days with her brother, Mr. Ed. C. Glen, she received the sad news that her son, Pilot Officer John C. Elliott, of the R.C.A.F., is missing. She left for her home in Toronto at once. His wife, formerly Jeanne Hatton resides at 35 Raglan Avenue Toronto. The missing airman is the son of Mr. Gabriel Elliott, of Toronto, form- erly of Clinton, and nephew of Mr. Moe. Elliott of town. It is the hopes of al] who know the family in this district that they will hear more encouraging news shortly. V Four Nurses Graduate From Clinton Hospital Graduation ceremonies for four nurses who have completed their training in Clinton Cpmmunity Hospi- tal took place in the Presbyterian church Thursday night, The grad- uates are Miss Madelon Mason dau- ghter aughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mason of Summerhill; ,Miss Bernice Grigg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Grigg, Clinton, Miss Marion Stewart daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stewart, Hullett and Miss Marjorie Watson, daughter of Mr. H. Watson, of Parkhill. The church decorations featured pink and white peonies in tall white standards at altar and choir elevation. Dr. J. W. Shaw, dean of the medi- cal profession in Clinton, was chair- man and in his introductory remarks outlined the history of the institu- tion from its establishment under the proprietorship of the late Dr. William Gunn in a small building on Victoria street to the present commodious and well equipped institution. The graduates were obligated by Dr. W. A. Oakes following which the nurses were addressed by Rev. A, Lane, B. A., B.D., pastor of Wes- ley Willis United church. Miss Grain- ger, hospital superintendent present- ed the graduation diplomas and Mr, E. E. Paterson treasurer .of the hos- pital board presented gifts on behalf of the board. Rev. G. G. Burton, M. A„ B.D., pastor of Ontario Street United church prayed for the well being of the groupof graduates and for the institution, The presentation of flowers and gifts was carried out by four little girls, who made numerous trips down the aisles with bouquets, nosegays and baskets of flowers, until the graduat- es were almost hidden from view, and thenfollowed with gifts from relativ- es es nd friends. iends. The little girls were Margaret Ellen Lawson,on, daughter of la Major and Mrs. H. C Lawson; I Grigg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jayne Ford - daughter Grigg, Jr; J y ghter of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Ford, Goderich, and Virginia Shearer, 'daughter of Mr .and Mrs, J. C. Shearer. F. Fingland, K. C., president of the hospital board addressed the gath- ering, outlining the financial condi- tion of the institution. Musical numb- ers interpersed throughout included solos by Jack Cook, Mrs: Burton Kearns and nurse -in -training Miss Betty Craig, Mrs Bert Boyes,!organ- aaccompanist ist of the -church was Congratulations were showered upon the graduates after the closing bene- diction and God Save the King. After- ward a reception , was held in the church basement at which the mem- ben of thehospital nursing ,staff; medical fraternity and friends of the graduates were present More V67inners at Lions Club Frolic Prize winners in the draw at the Lions Club frolicl last Wednesday night, in addition to those reported in last week's News -::Record were for the miscellaneous prizes, LAC, Bea - tom, Malton; G. McDonald, Goderich; Alfred Ingot, Varna; George Reid, Varna; A. E. Finch, Clinton; P. F. Aspell, Monkton; W. L. Whyte, Sea - forth; Don Hanley, Clinton; L. W. Dippell, Bowmanvillc; John . Wise, Clinton; W. G. ,Ross, Londesboro; Francis Brians, Seaforth; Sgt. Powell Pt. Albert; A. Bowman, Exeter; Russ Barrows, Walton; W. Rogerson, Sea - forth; Peggy Case, Seaforth; Jiggs La Beau, Clinton; W. Earl, 'Auburn; Ross Fitzsimons, Clinton; Mrs. John Gibson, "Clinton; Mrs. A. Settles, Por- ter's Hill; A. Young, Blyth; Mrs. C. C. Spencer, Toronto; Dr. Oakes, Clin- ton; Miss, Ethel O'Hearn, .]o.ierich; Gordon Monteith, Goderich; Mrs. J. Hall, Clinton; Miss Hazel : Williams, Toronto; W. Robinson, Clinton; Betty Johnson, Clinton; Miss Olive Quinley, Toronto; John Powell, Seaforth; Mrs. N. Manning, Clinton; John Davidson, Brucefield; Miss Patsy Jacob, Clinton; Tom White, Hullett; D. H. Mclrnis, Clinton; Mrs. W. T. Herman, Clinton; Reg. McGee, Goderich; Harvey Hul- ley, Seaforth; G. M. Elliott, Holnres- ville; F. Smallacombe, Hensall. V Mrs. Corless Gives Trous- Beau Tea for her Daughter Mrs. M. T. Corless entertained at a trousseau tea at her home Saturday afternoon and evening, June 12th, in honour of her daughter Miss Dorothy Corless, a June bride. The rooms were decorated with baskets of iris and spirea. The gifts and trousseau were shown, in the afternoon by Miss Kaye McGill and in the evening by Miss Corless. Assisting with the refreshments were Mrs. J. Addison, Mrs. A. Mc- Murray, Mrs. E. Kennedy, Mrs. Ro- bert Montgomery, Mrs. Odell, Mrs. (Dr.) Addison and Mrs. Harold Tyn- dall. Masons Elect Officers Clinton Lodge A.F. and A. M., held their regular meeting last Friday ev- ening at which the following officers for 1943-44 were elected. W. Master Wor. Bro. H. M. Monteith L P. M,..... Wor. Bro. M. J. Agnew Sr. Warden .... Bro. V. D. Falconer Jr. Warden .. Bro. R. E. Thompson Chaplain .. Wor. Bro. E. E. Paterson Secretary Rt. Wor. Bro. H. E. Rorke Treasurer Wor. Bro. F. B. Pennebaker D. of C.... Wor. Bro. T. G. Scribbins Sr. Deacon Bro. G. R. Ross Jr. Deacon Bro. Bert Irwin L Guard ... BroHarry Plumsteel" Sr. Steward Bro. Stewart Middleton Jr. Steward Bro. C. C. Pearce Tyler ..... , , ... Bro. N. Kennedy Auditor Rt. Wor, Bro. G. H. Jefferson Auditor.. Wor. Bro. H. P. Plumsteel Trustees, Wor. Bros. McBrien, Drap- er and Knight. The installation of the officers will take place tonight at the meeting celebrating the Festival of St. John the Baptist. V St. Paul's Church Notes Friday evening of this week the Laymen of the Deanery of Huron will have their annual banquet, this year being in St. Paul's Parish Hall. The members of the Ladies' Guild will be the caterers. About eighty laymen. are expected to sit down to supper coming from the Parishes of Goderich Bayfield, Blyth, Wingham, Seaforth, Exeter, Gerrie and Brussels. The charge its Pre- sident,ti will inch a of meeting be g g speaker ' the Mr. Meir. Theof 'n will "be Rev. C. W . Armen, evening , rector of the Church of St. John the t Evangelist, London, Ontario. Mr. For- man has recently returned from two years' service in England as a Chap- lain and is well fitted to speak on `England Today.' As Mr. Forman, is noted for his forensic ability the lay- men present no doubt will be amply repaid for their attendance. The supper begins at 7 p.m. On Trinity Sunday, June 20th, at 4 p.m. there was the Public service of Baptism in St. Paul's church, conduc- week prayer service are invited to be ted by the Rector. Those baptized were Franklin Kenneth, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Ladd, who was sponsored by his parents and his grandmother, Mrs. W. J. Elliott; Reginald John, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Smith, sponsored by his parents, and Wilfred Robert, son of Mr, and Mrs. H. E. Watkins, sponsored by hes parents. Iloliday. Hours At The Post Office The regular holiday hours at. the Post Office willbe observed next Thursday, July lst, Dominion Day. The wicket 'will be open from 11.00 a. m. to 11.30 am. and from 2,00 pan. to 2.30 p.m. for the convenience' of the public. There will also be only one collection of the street mail Boxes in the evening at 8 o'clock. V. C. C. I. Junior Red Cross This society, by means' of dances, salvage collections and otherstudent projects, has raised funds throughout the school year which have been use in the following ways: Donations:: -Senior Red Cross So- ciety, $75; Provincial Jr. Red Cross, $15; Blood Donors Clinic, $60; Rus= sion War Relief Fund, $50; Chinese War Relief Fund, $25; Greek War Relief Fluid, $30; British War Vic- tims Fund, $30; Queen's Fund, $50; Navy League, $30. Total, $365. Clothing made by C.C.I. girls (ap- proximate retail values given) 18 girls' skirts 2.00 each $36; 37 knitted garments at 1.00 each $37; 10 girls.' dresses at 3 each $30; 7 small girls' dresses at 1.50 each $10.50;1 girls' jacket, $3.00; 3 quilts at $3,00 each, $9.00 Total $125.50. Sale of War Sav- ings Stamps, $300; Balance on hand for next year, $40. Total $830.50. Notice re Salvage Collections No salvage will be collected during the summer vacation. Please do not leave salvage at Mr. Connell's barn but save it for collection in the fall. V AMONG THE CHURCHES Wesley Willis United Church The Sacrament of the Lo-d's Sup- per will be observed at morning wor- ship on Sunday next. Presbyterian Church 10 a.m, Sunday School. 11 a.m. Minister's sermon subject, "Consider the Lilies of the Field" This is flower Sunday and the church will be beautifully decorated. All worship- pers welcome. Ontario Street United Church 10.40 a.m, The Sunday School will MILITARY NEWS AC 2 Cameron Proctor of the R.O. A.F. is spending a short leave at his home in town. Trooper Don Hanley of the C.A.C. stationed at Camp Borden, is on leave and is visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. George Hanley. ' Flight Officer Ruth Moorhoase, daughter ,of Mrs. C. J. llfoorhouse of London, formerly of Clinton is now in Newfoundland,. where she is senior Women's Division officer at a' the R.C.A.F., station at Tor Bay. Miss Moorhouse was formerly officer com- manding the School of Cookery, Guelph. Recently she attended a con ferenee in Halifax. Her many friends here will be glad to know of her pro- motions in the field of service, LICpl. Roy Fitzsimons of the Pro- vost Corps at London spent the week end in town -With Mrs.'Fitzsirnons. AC 2 Lloyd Fulford of the R.G.A.F. at Toronto, visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. William Fulford last week end. O.S. Douglas Andrews, of H.M.C.S. Provest, London was a week end vis- itor at his home in town. Mr. and Mrs. V. M. Bray of Bryth received word last Saturday that their son, Layton, had been promoted to the rank of Flight -Lieutenant in the R.C.A.F. He is now stationed on the West Coast. • V Cricket -Clinton Fliers • Vs. Port Albert An extremely exciting duel took place on the Clinton ground on Satur- day. The final result was in doubt right to the fall of the last wicket. Port Albert who had the advantage of batting first, in good light and on an excellent wicket were fortunate co gain victory. They batted from o" o'clock till 6.30 for a total of 125 runs. P10 Kirby bowled untiringly and brilliantly for the Clinton side, his final figures being 6 for 29 runs. Clinton in one stage of their innings attempted to force the pace and their last wicket fell in fading light being only 7 runs behind Port Albert. P.10. Halpin made a- shaky 60 runs. LAC Molyneux led the Port Albert meet, side in his usual confident style. 11.00 a.m. Children's Day and Flow- V er Sunday. Entire Sunday School and parents will meet with the congrega- fIUIltIeSVille Couple Mark tion. Children's Choir. Presentation 50th Wedding Anniversary, of Christian Flag. and The Union Jack 2.00 p.m. Turner's Church. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whitmore, est- Sacrament of the Lord's Supper. Fol- eemed residents of Holmesville, and lowed by Sunday School, for many years residents of Goderich 7.00 p.m. Rev. G. G. Burton, Spea- Township, celebrated their 50th wed - ked. Topic: "The Gleaner:' ding anniversary on Monday, June Wednesday (June 30th) 8.00 p.m, 21st. Due to the inability of members Midweek worship, For Prayer Instruct- of the family to be present on that tion and Fellowship. day, the occasion was marked, with St, Paul's Church a picnic at Bayfield on Sunday. The Thursday 7.30 p.m. Mid -week ser- weather was ideal, and members of vice: the family who were present, along Friday 7, p.m. Banquet for the Lay- with the bride and groom of fifty men of the Deanery' of Huron. Years ago, spent a most enjoyable Sunday. afternoon. 10.00 a.m. Teachers' meeting. Mr, and Mrs. Whitmore were mar - 10.20 a.m. Sunday school session be- vied at Brumfield, on June 21st, 1893, by the Rev. Mr, Simpson. For soma gins, time after their marriage they lived 11.00 &.m. Matins. in different localities' surjrounding 7.00 p.m. Evensong. Varna, and 46 Wednesday, 7.30 p.m. Board of years ago purchased Management meeting, the farm on the Bayfield Road, where Note. Would the ladies please make they resided until nine years ago, donations of good used clothing and When they sold the old home to A. articles suitable for a bale to the E. Townshend, and moved to their present location in Holmesvillo. west. Before her marriage, Mrs. Whit - Four girls of the Primary Dept. of more was Isabell Reid, daughter of the Sunday School took a surprise part the late Robert and Jane Reid, of in the. Morning service last Sunday by Ashfield Townshi p. singing the Hymn `Jesus Loves Me,' Mr. Whitmore is a son of the late They were Jane Hartley, Katharine John Whitmore and' Mary Kingston, Ladd, M. Waters and M. Silcock. and was born in York Township, near They were directed by their teacher, Toronto. He came to this district when Miss Virginia Harris. a lad of twelve, all by himself. He Baptist Church can relate many interesting exper- Gospel service at seven o'clock. All iences of the earlier days both in this are welcome to worshipwith us. district and in the Toronto area. The minister's sermon subject will Seven children were bornhe to t be "What C Learn an WeLe rn About union o f 50 `:ears ago, and all are e i gr Heaven? living. They are Frarik and Harold, The Young People's regular weekly of Hamilton; Mrs. John Young (Rose) meeting to be held next Monday even- of Toronto; , r o Mrs. ribu • is Wilbur Welsh nes- in will take the form of an out- door are) of Stanley Township; Raymond door social. The committee's in charge of Goderich Township; Mrs. Carl Cox are planning for a good evening of (Gayneil) of Goderich, and Kenneth, sports, devotional and refreshments. of Blyth. All are married and there Let us have a hundred per cent of our are eight grandchildren. young people present next Monday Mr. and Mrs. Whitmore were the evening. More detailed information recipients of gifts from the family, will be made at the coming Sunday and many other congratulatory mes- evening service; sages, and flowers, Though both are All who are interested in the mid -"advancing in years they still ,enjoy a reasonable degree of good health. Mr. Whitmore is 76,Mrs. Whitmore is -78. It was regrettably noted on Sunday that members of the family from'dis- tant points were not able to be pre- sent for the occasion. A host of friends will join with us in wishing Mr. and 111 Whitmore many more year of happiness to- gether. present with us in the .Vestryof the w church. on Wednesday evening. The meeting begins promptly at eight o'clock. The Ladies Aid will meet on Tues- day, June 29th, in the vestry of the church at 7.30 p.m. The keyword ?:s "serve", and all the ladies of the congregation axe invited. Gifts tor Those IN SERVICE! Watches, Rings, Fountain Pens, Eversh.arp Pencils, Identification bracelets, 'etc,. We Have nice assortment of gifts forthe bride and her home. 11 • Y A W. H. HELLYAR '® L JEWELLER & ,OPTOMETERIST CLINTON 1 e NewCotton Fabrics For �Ci�� Weather. Wear New Patterns in Merricord, Fruit -of -the -Loom, Seersucker, Prints, Etc. Navy Slacks Extra Large Sizes 40-44 Priced Reasonably at ...$1.25 ... ...-IRWIN ,tela�cyF::i <,>\wic g3'�".`•k��.\ "a #ek w. ,x��•d 3 ';a ,,,,a,,,,,,..',4,.:4,,,,,,,".., � \�.2 \ �j, ,e,.�e r • ,�'' ,✓'J:.:x 4�r� � ��rl ..1. 0 - SHOCKPROOF made for value. Can FULL LINE $35.00, $37.50, SUBJECT TO •�''^`L".<�S�'�ir. , �. ,,x, ,z �o�'wn:eY . ro ., Kms) tr- ,7�,'Y!e'`� <f „� ,)�G a �.r,. w., ate. C )v <ey`• `'.�\,. ryf �'1. $1c ,�k�p+,.: u. sk {zx c '�3 �,.eA" Y' t`e +r. ..yr a ^n � LM �\����, y,rn� f 5. <Nj t�'.:'"��` t grskvy+• ML.��: .",wii :r r a. �.A -MAGNETIC is no better any country. • WATCHES AT up TAX RUSTPROOF Specially i Watch ALSO A - ANTI active service, there be serviced in OF OTHER ROLEX $42.50 and GOVT. PURCHASE ®1 T COUNT 0 • Counters for Finer Jewellery for Over .Half a Century in Huron County Advertisers and 'Corres- pondents Please Note As July 1st, Dominion Day, falls on a Thursday this' year and will be celebrated then we are forced to get out our issue on Wednesday if we are also to enjoy a holiday.. May we have the co-operation of our advertis- ers and correspondents by sending in all advertising ,and news items one day earlier. v RED• CROSS NOTES 57 Blood Donors at Clinics Clinton's .first blood donor clinic washeld on Tuesday, morning, June 22nd, in Wesley -Willis Church Hail. Much time and planning was spent in its organization, and as a result • it was most successful. The doctors in charge were: Dr. Shaw, Dr. Oakes, Dr Addison, Dr. Vokes, Dr. Trotter, .Dr. Weir. The nurses assisting were, Mrs. Oakes, Mrs. Haddy, Mrs. Mid- dleton, Mrs. Lawrence, Miss Grainger, Miss Sinclair, Miss Grirness, Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Brown, Miss Stirling, Mrs. Livermore, Mrs Fitzsimmons, Mrs. Yacca, Mrs. Thornburn, Miss Hoeflin. Those in charge of the secre- tarial work were: Mrs G. Miller, Mrs. L, H. Stevens, Miss R. Ball. The receptionist at the door was Mr. Lyle Paisley. During the morning Mrs. J. M. El- liott entertained with piano music. Those in charge of equipment were Mrs. Venner and Mrs. J. M. Elliott. Refreshments served the donors were in charge of Mrs. Paterson. Those assisting her were: Mrs. Me - Taggart, Mrs. Axon, Mrs. Osbaldes- ton, Mrs. M. Steep, Mrs. W. Colclough Mrs, P. Manning, Mrs. Holmes, Mrs. C. Elliott, Miss Shaw, Mrs. Hunter, Mrs. Meanwell. We wish to thank the following for donations: C. M. Shearing, T. J. Riley, Miss Doan, Mrs. G. Smith, Mrs. C. Merrill, Mrs. Colclough, Mrs, Steepe, Mrs. Fred Middleton. Thanks also to the Presbyterian church for the loan of screens. The nurse technician, Mrs. Pitt and, her assistant, Mrs. Bell in charge of the Mobile Blood Donor Clinic com- plimented the entire staff on the ef- ficient way the clinic was handled. The Junior Red Cross of Clinton are paying the expenses of these clin- ics. Another one will be held in five weeks. If you were not called for this one, be ready for the next• Many more donors will be needed as the number used will be increased. Mr. Shearer and Mr. McMurray are in charge of receiving the names of don- ors. Give them your name. Mr. J. Cree Cook headed the fol- lowing list of volunteer donors: Harry Schellenberger, A. Garen, Gor- don Hoy, Ernest Walton, Wm. Hog- gart, J. B. Philbin, Ken Elliott, Reg: Ball, G. Scribbins, Geo. Elliott, C. D. Connell, C. V. Cooke, John Sutter, Elmer Potter, John. Leiper, Erwin Ja- cob, G. M. Counter, L. W. McDonald, Bert Gliddon, Joe Silcock, Alvin Flet- cher, Vic Roy, Alonzo Mathews, J. B. White, F. W. Pennebaker, Clifford Cooper, Dr. H. A. McIntyre, Frank Lobb, G. R. McEwan, W. H. Rob- inson, W. Glen Cook, Father McDon- ald, A. E. Haddy J. C. Shearer, E. V. Lawson, Frank Fingland, Gregor Mc- Gregor, A. M. Knight, Fred Ford, Kenneth C. Trewartha, James Turn- er. Dennis Bisback, Murray East, Chas. Merrill, Jack Nediger, Irwine Tebbutt, Harry Henry, Stewart Mid- dleton, Lorne Jervis, George German, Elmer Trick,: Bert Shobbrook, Noble Holland Wm. Sinclair, Eph. Snell, A. Shaddick. V Choir Honours : ride -Elect choir rac- e regular c r In place of th g prac- tice the choir of W •ic at the chureh e to - met at h le -Wills United Church Y home of Mrs. W. M. Nediger on Vic- toria street on Friday night last. This occasion was to honour Miss Dorothy Corless -a faithful member -on her e s -a approaching marriage. Following the regular choir prac- tice conducted+by Mrs. Agnew, games and contests were enjoyed under the leadership of Mrs. R. A. Montgomery. Benson Sutter then spoke of the reason for the gathering mentioning that the choir would miss Dorothy and expressed the best wishes of the group for her wedded happiness.On behalf of 9 the ch it Misses Lillian Garrett and Kaye McGill presented Dorothy with a lovely coffee table. The bride-to-be thanked the choir for %heir thoughtfulness and expressed regret at leaving her home choir. • The hostess served dainty refresh- ments, assisted by her daughter -Miss Clara Nediger and Mrs, Win, Conron. The New Era Est, 1867 THE HOME PAPER Rev. G. R. Thompson Elected Deputy G. M. Rev. G. R. Thompson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry J. Thompson of God; erich Township, and 'rector of the church of Ehgland at Truro, Nova Scotia, was elected deputy grand mas- ter at the 78tl .annual meeting of the Grand Lodge of the Masonic Or- der in Nova Scotia held recently, V Postponed Soccer Match Saturday, June 26th The Soccer match between the R.A, F. Station; Clinton, and, the team re- presenting the Michigan State Soc- cer which was Football C to have taken place on Saturday, June 19th, on the Station Sports field has been unavoidably postponed until Saturday, June 26th. The kick-off is at 7.30 p.m. and an admission charge for civilians and service personnel will be made. The game is being played under the aus- pices of and for the benefit of the Clinton Women's Auxiliary (R.A.F.) V SON MISSING While Mrs. Gabe Elliott was spend- ing a few days with her brother, Mr. Ed. C. Glen, she received the sad news that her son, Pilot Officer John C. Elliott, of the R.C.A.F., is missing. She left for her home in Toronto at once. His wife, formerly Jeanne Hatton resides at 35 Raglan Avenue Toronto. The missing airman is the son of Mr. Gabriel Elliott, of Toronto, form- erly of Clinton, and nephew of Mr. Moe. Elliott of town. It is the hopes of al] who know the family in this district that they will hear more encouraging news shortly. V Four Nurses Graduate From Clinton Hospital Graduation ceremonies for four nurses who have completed their training in Clinton Cpmmunity Hospi- tal took place in the Presbyterian church Thursday night, The grad- uates are Miss Madelon Mason dau- ghter aughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mason of Summerhill; ,Miss Bernice Grigg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Grigg, Clinton, Miss Marion Stewart daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stewart, Hullett and Miss Marjorie Watson, daughter of Mr. H. Watson, of Parkhill. The church decorations featured pink and white peonies in tall white standards at altar and choir elevation. Dr. J. W. Shaw, dean of the medi- cal profession in Clinton, was chair- man and in his introductory remarks outlined the history of the institu- tion from its establishment under the proprietorship of the late Dr. William Gunn in a small building on Victoria street to the present commodious and well equipped institution. The graduates were obligated by Dr. W. A. Oakes following which the nurses were addressed by Rev. A, Lane, B. A., B.D., pastor of Wes- ley Willis United church. Miss Grain- ger, hospital superintendent present- ed the graduation diplomas and Mr, E. E. Paterson treasurer .of the hos- pital board presented gifts on behalf of the board. Rev. G. G. Burton, M. A„ B.D., pastor of Ontario Street United church prayed for the well being of the groupof graduates and for the institution, The presentation of flowers and gifts was carried out by four little girls, who made numerous trips down the aisles with bouquets, nosegays and baskets of flowers, until the graduat- es were almost hidden from view, and thenfollowed with gifts from relativ- es es nd friends. iends. The little girls were Margaret Ellen Lawson,on, daughter of la Major and Mrs. H. C Lawson; I Grigg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jayne Ford - daughter Grigg, Jr; J y ghter of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Ford, Goderich, and Virginia Shearer, 'daughter of Mr .and Mrs, J. C. Shearer. F. Fingland, K. C., president of the hospital board addressed the gath- ering, outlining the financial condi- tion of the institution. Musical numb- ers interpersed throughout included solos by Jack Cook, Mrs: Burton Kearns and nurse -in -training Miss Betty Craig, Mrs Bert Boyes,!organ- aaccompanist ist of the -church was Congratulations were showered upon the graduates after the closing bene- diction and God Save the King. After- ward a reception , was held in the church basement at which the mem- ben of thehospital nursing ,staff; medical fraternity and friends of the graduates were present More V67inners at Lions Club Frolic Prize winners in the draw at the Lions Club frolicl last Wednesday night, in addition to those reported in last week's News -::Record were for the miscellaneous prizes, LAC, Bea - tom, Malton; G. McDonald, Goderich; Alfred Ingot, Varna; George Reid, Varna; A. E. Finch, Clinton; P. F. Aspell, Monkton; W. L. Whyte, Sea - forth; Don Hanley, Clinton; L. W. Dippell, Bowmanvillc; John . Wise, Clinton; W. G. ,Ross, Londesboro; Francis Brians, Seaforth; Sgt. Powell Pt. Albert; A. Bowman, Exeter; Russ Barrows, Walton; W. Rogerson, Sea - forth; Peggy Case, Seaforth; Jiggs La Beau, Clinton; W. Earl, 'Auburn; Ross Fitzsimons, Clinton; Mrs. John Gibson, "Clinton; Mrs. A. Settles, Por- ter's Hill; A. Young, Blyth; Mrs. C. C. Spencer, Toronto; Dr. Oakes, Clin- ton; Miss, Ethel O'Hearn, .]o.ierich; Gordon Monteith, Goderich; Mrs. J. Hall, Clinton; Miss Hazel : Williams, Toronto; W. Robinson, Clinton; Betty Johnson, Clinton; Miss Olive Quinley, Toronto; John Powell, Seaforth; Mrs. N. Manning, Clinton; John Davidson, Brucefield; Miss Patsy Jacob, Clinton; Tom White, Hullett; D. H. Mclrnis, Clinton; Mrs. W. T. Herman, Clinton; Reg. McGee, Goderich; Harvey Hul- ley, Seaforth; G. M. Elliott, Holnres- ville; F. Smallacombe, Hensall. V Mrs. Corless Gives Trous- Beau Tea for her Daughter Mrs. M. T. Corless entertained at a trousseau tea at her home Saturday afternoon and evening, June 12th, in honour of her daughter Miss Dorothy Corless, a June bride. The rooms were decorated with baskets of iris and spirea. The gifts and trousseau were shown, in the afternoon by Miss Kaye McGill and in the evening by Miss Corless. Assisting with the refreshments were Mrs. J. Addison, Mrs. A. Mc- Murray, Mrs. E. Kennedy, Mrs. Ro- bert Montgomery, Mrs. Odell, Mrs. (Dr.) Addison and Mrs. Harold Tyn- dall. Masons Elect Officers Clinton Lodge A.F. and A. M., held their regular meeting last Friday ev- ening at which the following officers for 1943-44 were elected. W. Master Wor. Bro. H. M. Monteith L P. M,..... Wor. Bro. M. J. Agnew Sr. Warden .... Bro. V. D. Falconer Jr. Warden .. Bro. R. E. Thompson Chaplain .. Wor. Bro. E. E. Paterson Secretary Rt. Wor. Bro. H. E. Rorke Treasurer Wor. Bro. F. B. Pennebaker D. of C.... Wor. Bro. T. G. Scribbins Sr. Deacon Bro. G. R. Ross Jr. Deacon Bro. Bert Irwin L Guard ... BroHarry Plumsteel" Sr. Steward Bro. Stewart Middleton Jr. Steward Bro. C. C. Pearce Tyler ..... , , ... Bro. N. Kennedy Auditor Rt. Wor, Bro. G. H. Jefferson Auditor.. Wor. Bro. H. P. Plumsteel Trustees, Wor. Bros. McBrien, Drap- er and Knight. The installation of the officers will take place tonight at the meeting celebrating the Festival of St. John the Baptist. V St. Paul's Church Notes Friday evening of this week the Laymen of the Deanery of Huron will have their annual banquet, this year being in St. Paul's Parish Hall. The members of the Ladies' Guild will be the caterers. About eighty laymen. are expected to sit down to supper coming from the Parishes of Goderich Bayfield, Blyth, Wingham, Seaforth, Exeter, Gerrie and Brussels. The charge its Pre- sident,ti will inch a of meeting be g g speaker ' the Mr. Meir. Theof 'n will "be Rev. C. W . Armen, evening , rector of the Church of St. John the t Evangelist, London, Ontario. Mr. For- man has recently returned from two years' service in England as a Chap- lain and is well fitted to speak on `England Today.' As Mr. Forman, is noted for his forensic ability the lay- men present no doubt will be amply repaid for their attendance. The supper begins at 7 p.m. On Trinity Sunday, June 20th, at 4 p.m. there was the Public service of Baptism in St. Paul's church, conduc- week prayer service are invited to be ted by the Rector. Those baptized were Franklin Kenneth, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Ladd, who was sponsored by his parents and his grandmother, Mrs. W. J. Elliott; Reginald John, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Smith, sponsored by his parents, and Wilfred Robert, son of Mr, and Mrs. H. E. Watkins, sponsored by hes parents. Iloliday. Hours At The Post Office The regular holiday hours at. the Post Office willbe observed next Thursday, July lst, Dominion Day. The wicket 'will be open from 11.00 a. m. to 11.30 am. and from 2,00 pan. to 2.30 p.m. for the convenience' of the public. There will also be only one collection of the street mail Boxes in the evening at 8 o'clock. V. C. C. I. Junior Red Cross This society, by means' of dances, salvage collections and otherstudent projects, has raised funds throughout the school year which have been use in the following ways: Donations:: -Senior Red Cross So- ciety, $75; Provincial Jr. Red Cross, $15; Blood Donors Clinic, $60; Rus= sion War Relief Fund, $50; Chinese War Relief Fund, $25; Greek War Relief Fluid, $30; British War Vic- tims Fund, $30; Queen's Fund, $50; Navy League, $30. Total, $365. Clothing made by C.C.I. girls (ap- proximate retail values given) 18 girls' skirts 2.00 each $36; 37 knitted garments at 1.00 each $37; 10 girls.' dresses at 3 each $30; 7 small girls' dresses at 1.50 each $10.50;1 girls' jacket, $3.00; 3 quilts at $3,00 each, $9.00 Total $125.50. Sale of War Sav- ings Stamps, $300; Balance on hand for next year, $40. Total $830.50. Notice re Salvage Collections No salvage will be collected during the summer vacation. Please do not leave salvage at Mr. Connell's barn but save it for collection in the fall. V AMONG THE CHURCHES Wesley Willis United Church The Sacrament of the Lo-d's Sup- per will be observed at morning wor- ship on Sunday next. Presbyterian Church 10 a.m, Sunday School. 11 a.m. Minister's sermon subject, "Consider the Lilies of the Field" This is flower Sunday and the church will be beautifully decorated. All worship- pers welcome. Ontario Street United Church 10.40 a.m, The Sunday School will MILITARY NEWS AC 2 Cameron Proctor of the R.O. A.F. is spending a short leave at his home in town. Trooper Don Hanley of the C.A.C. stationed at Camp Borden, is on leave and is visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. George Hanley. ' Flight Officer Ruth Moorhoase, daughter ,of Mrs. C. J. llfoorhouse of London, formerly of Clinton is now in Newfoundland,. where she is senior Women's Division officer at a' the R.C.A.F., station at Tor Bay. Miss Moorhouse was formerly officer com- manding the School of Cookery, Guelph. Recently she attended a con ferenee in Halifax. Her many friends here will be glad to know of her pro- motions in the field of service, LICpl. Roy Fitzsimons of the Pro- vost Corps at London spent the week end in town -With Mrs.'Fitzsirnons. AC 2 Lloyd Fulford of the R.G.A.F. at Toronto, visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. William Fulford last week end. O.S. Douglas Andrews, of H.M.C.S. Provest, London was a week end vis- itor at his home in town. Mr. and Mrs. V. M. Bray of Bryth received word last Saturday that their son, Layton, had been promoted to the rank of Flight -Lieutenant in the R.C.A.F. He is now stationed on the West Coast. • V Cricket -Clinton Fliers • Vs. Port Albert An extremely exciting duel took place on the Clinton ground on Satur- day. The final result was in doubt right to the fall of the last wicket. Port Albert who had the advantage of batting first, in good light and on an excellent wicket were fortunate co gain victory. They batted from o" o'clock till 6.30 for a total of 125 runs. P10 Kirby bowled untiringly and brilliantly for the Clinton side, his final figures being 6 for 29 runs. Clinton in one stage of their innings attempted to force the pace and their last wicket fell in fading light being only 7 runs behind Port Albert. P.10. Halpin made a- shaky 60 runs. LAC Molyneux led the Port Albert meet, side in his usual confident style. 11.00 a.m. Children's Day and Flow- V er Sunday. Entire Sunday School and parents will meet with the congrega- fIUIltIeSVille Couple Mark tion. Children's Choir. Presentation 50th Wedding Anniversary, of Christian Flag. and The Union Jack 2.00 p.m. Turner's Church. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whitmore, est- Sacrament of the Lord's Supper. Fol- eemed residents of Holmesville, and lowed by Sunday School, for many years residents of Goderich 7.00 p.m. Rev. G. G. Burton, Spea- Township, celebrated their 50th wed - ked. Topic: "The Gleaner:' ding anniversary on Monday, June Wednesday (June 30th) 8.00 p.m, 21st. Due to the inability of members Midweek worship, For Prayer Instruct- of the family to be present on that tion and Fellowship. day, the occasion was marked, with St, Paul's Church a picnic at Bayfield on Sunday. The Thursday 7.30 p.m. Mid -week ser- weather was ideal, and members of vice: the family who were present, along Friday 7, p.m. Banquet for the Lay- with the bride and groom of fifty men of the Deanery' of Huron. Years ago, spent a most enjoyable Sunday. afternoon. 10.00 a.m. Teachers' meeting. Mr, and Mrs. Whitmore were mar - 10.20 a.m. Sunday school session be- vied at Brumfield, on June 21st, 1893, by the Rev. Mr, Simpson. For soma gins, time after their marriage they lived 11.00 &.m. Matins. in different localities' surjrounding 7.00 p.m. Evensong. Varna, and 46 Wednesday, 7.30 p.m. Board of years ago purchased Management meeting, the farm on the Bayfield Road, where Note. Would the ladies please make they resided until nine years ago, donations of good used clothing and When they sold the old home to A. articles suitable for a bale to the E. Townshend, and moved to their present location in Holmesvillo. west. Before her marriage, Mrs. Whit - Four girls of the Primary Dept. of more was Isabell Reid, daughter of the Sunday School took a surprise part the late Robert and Jane Reid, of in the. Morning service last Sunday by Ashfield Townshi p. singing the Hymn `Jesus Loves Me,' Mr. Whitmore is a son of the late They were Jane Hartley, Katharine John Whitmore and' Mary Kingston, Ladd, M. Waters and M. Silcock. and was born in York Township, near They were directed by their teacher, Toronto. He came to this district when Miss Virginia Harris. a lad of twelve, all by himself. He Baptist Church can relate many interesting exper- Gospel service at seven o'clock. All iences of the earlier days both in this are welcome to worshipwith us. district and in the Toronto area. The minister's sermon subject will Seven children were bornhe to t be "What C Learn an WeLe rn About union o f 50 `:ears ago, and all are e i gr Heaven? living. They are Frarik and Harold, The Young People's regular weekly of Hamilton; Mrs. John Young (Rose) meeting to be held next Monday even- of Toronto; , r o Mrs. ribu • is Wilbur Welsh nes- in will take the form of an out- door are) of Stanley Township; Raymond door social. The committee's in charge of Goderich Township; Mrs. Carl Cox are planning for a good evening of (Gayneil) of Goderich, and Kenneth, sports, devotional and refreshments. of Blyth. All are married and there Let us have a hundred per cent of our are eight grandchildren. young people present next Monday Mr. and Mrs. Whitmore were the evening. More detailed information recipients of gifts from the family, will be made at the coming Sunday and many other congratulatory mes- evening service; sages, and flowers, Though both are All who are interested in the mid -"advancing in years they still ,enjoy a reasonable degree of good health. Mr. Whitmore is 76,Mrs. Whitmore is -78. It was regrettably noted on Sunday that members of the family from'dis- tant points were not able to be pre- sent for the occasion. A host of friends will join with us in wishing Mr. and 111 Whitmore many more year of happiness to- gether. present with us in the .Vestryof the w church. on Wednesday evening. The meeting begins promptly at eight o'clock. The Ladies Aid will meet on Tues- day, June 29th, in the vestry of the church at 7.30 p.m. The keyword ?:s "serve", and all the ladies of the congregation axe invited.