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NO, 6155 -64th YEAR
CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, ; JULY 29 1943
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SS NOTES
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Clinton Holds Second ••
Successful Blood Clinic
Clinton's second .blood donor Clinic
was held in Wesley -Willis United
Church on the morning of July 27th
Eighty-seven donors were used, as
follows, Mel Crich, D. A. Dales, Ross
Fitzsimons, J. P. Manning, Chas
Nelson, A. E. Rumball, W. M. Aiken,
Peter Douglas, E. G. Howes, J. E.
Morgan, Thos. W. Morgan,John C.
Radford, G. R. Ross, Chas Shanahan,
Homer Andrews, James' A. Ohowen,
D. M. Maltby, Harold Crittenden, J.
W. Crich, Hugh 4 ,Ball; Archie
Douglas, G: A. Miller, Douglas Free-
man, Harold F. Tyndall, Ray Cart-
wright, W. Van Egmond, John Fras-
er, ;Geo. Hanley, Howard E. Johns,
Milton Steepe, Howard Trewartha,
Donald Colclough, Robt. B. Jervis, Lr.
M. McLeod, Robt. E. Thompson, Ed-
win Johns, Frank Cook, Harold Glaz-
ier, G. M. Lawson, J. C. Proctor,
Oliver H. Rands, Albert Steepe, Grant
Bisback, John Cluff, Geo F. Flewitt,
G. R. Foster, Ross Mann, 1. W. Me-
Guffin, Robt. E. Rowden, Mrs. Mary
McEwen, Mrs. C. V. Cooke, Miss l or•-
rine Fisher, H. Kitty, Were Wells,
Roy Pepper, Capt. Wm. Freele, Leon-
ard
eonand McNeil, Grant Rath, Edwin
Woods, Douglas Stirling, Grant Stir-
ling, Robe Stirling, Norman Tyndall.
Stanley Collins, Walter Forbes, Fred
Middleton, J. E. Howard, Walter
Westlake, John McLeod, John Toms,
Fourteen men from R.A.F. Station
Clinton supplemented the list.
Recruiting Unit
Here Friday P. M.
Lieut, Winslow, Recruiting Officer
in charge of the Mobile Unit No. 1
will be in Clinton every Friday after-
noon. As Lieut. Winslow pointed out
that boys of 17 are now accepted
for trade school, and thinks this is a
great opportunity for boys to learn
a trade with everything found. There
is also a call for 8,000 girls for the
C.W,A.C. as well as men for general
enlistment and for Veterans. From 18
to 45 years is the age for enlistment.
For further information contact
Postmaster X. 0, Counter. or Major
Thomas Morgan, Clinton.
Huron Jail Now Empty
The white flag of purity was run
up on the flag pole of Huron County
goal on Friday by Governor J. B.
Reynolds, signifying that the institu-
tion is now empty of prisoners. The
occasion is a rare one, but not with-
out precedent,
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Greek Relief Boasted
$55 by Dance
The dance held in the Clinton Town
Hall last Friday evening realized a
profit of $55 which was handed over
to the Greek War Relief Fund in.
Clinton. A large crowd patronized the
affair and music was furnished by
Arthur's Orchestra from Wingham,
The objective of $500 was steadily
climbing and it is understood that it
has been reached. The committee In
charge would like to take this oppor-
tunity of
ppor-t'unity-of thanking all those who in
any way helped to make the dance and
also the campaign a success,
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PERSONALS .
Mr. Wm. Higgins, attended the fun-
ex'a1 of the late John Brock in
Exeter on Monday.
Mr. and" Mrs. Alex Inkley have re-
turned home from a holiday ,spent
at Tobermory.
Mr. M. Torrance of Toronto is the
guest of his sister Miss M, J. Tor -
ranee.
Miss EIizabeth Ford of Oshawa has
been visiting Mrs. R. J. Draper in
town,
Miss Violet Morrison of Toronto has
been spending her holidays at her
home in Clinton.
Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Brandonspent the
week end with letr, and Mrs. Thom-
as Brandon of Waterloo.
Miss Lottie Sloman of Hespeler and
Miss Bessie Sioman, of New York
are holidaying in town,
Mr. and Mrs, Howard Clark of Tor-
onto are' visiting relatives and
friends in Clinton and vicinity,
Misses Helen Bond, Patricia Morri-
son, and Eunice Roy were guests
at the home of Miss Mary Torrance
last Wednesday.
The New Era Est. 1867
Civic Holiday
Monday, August 2
,.
The Town of Clinton ` i1
1 observe
as usual the first Monday in August
August 2nd, as Civic 13oliday. All
places of business will be closed that
day and Mayor A. J. MeeVfurray has
proclaimed it a holiday.;
As is the custom wen there is
another holiday in the w ek.'the stores
and all place's of.busines will remain
open Wednesday afterno n.
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Telephone Employees
Are Ex -Rayed
In cooperation with the"Ontario De-
partment of Health, nine,Clinton tele-
phone employees underwent X-ray ex-
amination of the chest here on Tues-
day, Primarily, the X-ray examina-
tions are for the detectinn pf tuber-
culosis but they also dibelose other
abnormal' conditions of the chest, ac-
cording .to P. D. Wilsoe, Berl •Tele-
phone Manager at Stratford,
Mr. Wilson pointed out that _: Bell
employees are being Xayed on a
voluntary basis and that workers in
all departments are beim .given the
privilege. These examinations are
part of a general plan, he{said, which
is being extended to the majority of
the company's 7,000 entloyees in
Ontario, The cost of the xamination
is being borne jointly bqa company
and the Ontario Deportment of
Health.
The Provincial Health department
has examined 100,000 Ontario men
and women to date, and is experience
has revealed that 08 pereent of all
tuberculosis is found in persons in the
employed age group, By ascertaining
the case of tuberculosis in this group,
examinations of families leveal other
eases, and thus is obtained the fastest
method of detecting active tubercul-
osis in this Province.
Tuberculosis, according to statistics
kills more people than elf other con-
tagious diseases, yet it isi:known that
the death rate would arop'`Ip per cent
if all cases could be found',efore they
reached inoderatly or ,fit" adv teeed
stages. In an effort td tithieve WS'
position. Ontario has led in the devel-
opment of mass examination. One of
the most remarkable aspects of the
organization which the Province dev-
eloped to accomplish this is the tray-.
&ling unit; which makes it possible
to conduct examination during busi-
ness hours without interrupting work
appreciably.
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AMONG THE CHURCHES
Presbyterian Church
Sunday, August 1st.
11.15 a.m.--Subject "The sure, mark
of a Christian,"
Rev. D. J. Lane, B. A. Minister.
All Welcome at this Service
Baptist Church
Remember the Sunday School at
11 a,m, to which all are welcome.
A Christian Layman in the person
of Mr. Fred J. Bryant, of Stratford
will conduct the evening service. Mr.
Bryant will be accompanied by a
Male Quartette from Kitchener, who
will present several gospel numbers
in song.
St. Paul's Chinch
Thursday 7.30 p.m, Mid -week Ser-
vice.
0th Sunday after
Trinity
10.00 am. Sunday' School.
11.00 a,m, Holy Communion
Sermon: The Triple "Come unto
Me,'
(a) Goliath to David (1 Samuel
17: 44)
- (b) Clergyman to his people (Pray-
er Book, page 276 line 7 from the
bottom)
(c) Our Saviour to all (S. Matthew
11,28.)
There will be no event'
August,
Ing service in
Wesley -Willis Church
The "Covenant" Adult Bible class.
will meet next Sunday in the S. S.
Session, after the- morning service.
All members with any home -read
ers, as well as any visitors'in town
will be welcomed.
The United Church of Canada
Duringthe month of August (with
theexceptionof the Last Sunday)
the Congregations of Ontario Street
United and Wesley -Willis United
will worship in Wesley -Willis Church
Rev, Andrew Lane will be the mini-
ster and will look after both Pastor-
al Charges. Service morning ,and
Evening 11.00 .A M. and 7.00 P. M,
Turner's Church will assemble for
Worship at 9. 45 A. M.
THE ' HOME PAPER
I Engagements Announced
HALF -HOLIDAY TODAY
This ' afternoon the places of bus
ness in Clinton will be closed inste
of the regular Wednesday half-hol
day. This is to allow the citizens
attend the annual Sports Day at
R.A.F. Station here.
Mr. and- Mrs. Robert P. Watson,
ad
Brucefield'annopnce the engagement of their elder daughter, rgaret
Strickland, to Ma. Gilbert . Beecroft,
to younger son of Mr. Jno, Beecroft, and
the the late Mrs.' Beecroft of Belgrave
The marriagewill take place in Aug..
ust.
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Great War Medal Found
Mr. C. V. Cooke, florist, brougl
into thio office a medal from th
War, 1014-18, which he foun
in a pile of dirt ° at his greenhouscamMr. Cooke doesn't know how it ca
to -be on his property, unless it. wa
in a load - of dirt which he had .put
chased from some farmer. Several
years ago the town sidewalks were
plowed out and the earth was bought
by Mr. Cooke. These are the only ex-
planations Mr. Cooke can make as to
how the medal came' to be on his pro -
perry
The inscription on the medal reads
as follows;' 117009 Pte. J. J. Taylor,
1VI.G.C. We will be pleased to receive
any information whatever concerning
it, and if the owner or his famil
cannot be found it will be turned ove
to the Canadian Legion.
Mr. and Mrs.. Roy 'F, Pepper of
Oakshade Farm, Tu&aersmith, an -
et nounce. the engagement of their eld-
he 'est daughter, Viola Mae to James Wil:
d liam Elliott, of Hyde Park, eldest son
e. of Mr. and Mrs. David Elliott, of
e Clinton. The marriage will take place
s early in August.
Lattle hustling?
The days of cattle rustling are
passed but here is something even
lower than that. A steer strayed onto
Mr. Harry J. Thompson's farm about
two weeks ago, and having no one
claim it, 'he put an advertisemnt in
the News Record last Thursday. That
very night someone removed the steer
from Mr. Thompson's property with-
out the permission of the property
owner, or paying the small expense
of advertising. Now, we don't like
being used as a go-between, but when
we are, we think we are entitled to
some compensation. It's small world
at times,
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St. Paul's Annual Picnic
What is called the most successful
and largely --attended pionic'in years
was held yesterday afternoon at Har-
bor Park, Goderich by St. Paul's S. S.
and Congregation. The first hours
were spent in diving and swimming.
This was followed by the races and
sports under the direction of Mr. Fred
Montan. There was the unusual game
of real coppers being thrown in the
air and the children scrambling for
them.
The supper was excellent, served in
the pavillion. Before coming home the
Captain of the boat called the Captain
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John gave a free ride out into the
lake. This was a rare treat being
the first for most of the children and
some of the adults,
Presbyterian W. M. S.
The W. M.S. held their July meet-
ing at the home of Mrs. Snider with
a good attendance. The meeting op-
ened with a hymn and all repeating
the daily prayer. The scripture was
read by Mrs. Streets and the Glad
Tidings prayer by Mrs. Makins. The
Secretary and treasurer gave their
reports. The roll call was answered
with a - verse on "guidance" Mrs.
Wilson and Mrs. Snider sang a duvet
after which the study book was taken
by Mrs. Clifton, who gave a most in-
teresting talk on the Ukranians in
Canada. The meeting was brought to
a close with a hymn, the National
Anthem and the Lord's Prayer in un -
icon. A social half hour was spent and
refreshments served by the hostess.
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Wonsen's institute
The Women's -Institute annual pic-
nic was held last Thursday at the
home of Mas. J. McKinley with a
large attendance. The regular meet-
ing was held also, opening with the
W.I. ode and followed by the secre-
tary's report. The treasurer reported
a balance of $49.47, and the roll call,
was answered by a joke. Pians were
made for Grandmother's day in which
all grandmothers of 'the town are
especially invited. Mrs, Nay and Miss
Harrison were the chair committee
and the peograni'committee was in
charge of games and prizes. The pro-
gram consisted of a humorous read-
ing
eading by Mas, Clew; reading by Mrs.
C. V. Cooke, contest, conducted by
Mrs. McKinley; anda reading by Mee
E. Adonis. A vote of thanks was nova
ed . by - Mrs. Cudsnore to those taking
part and was unanimously seconded.
The meeting closed with the national
anthem. The social committee saved'
a-pieine lunch,
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Poisoning of Birds
The poisoning of sparrows and rob-
ins has been brought to our attention,
It is believed that citizens have been
putting out poison in order to kill off
all the black birds and starlings bue
they can detect this poison and the
harmless birds have been getting
it instead. It is hoped that this prac-
tice will not continue.
Greek War Relief Fund
Previously acknowledged ... $40L50
A. Laidlaw 1.00
Mrs. Tough 1.00
Wilbur Welsh - 2.00
B. F. Ward 5.00
Ladies Aux. Can, Legion 5.00
Proceeds from dance - 55.00
Total $470,50
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Honour Roll Unveiled
at St. James Church
St. James Church, Middleton, was
the scene of a special service on Sun-
day last, when the church and cotn-
munity Honour Roll was unveiled and
dedicated. A capacity crowd filled the
church, which was decorated with sum
mer flowers.
The service was in charge of Flight
Lieutenant T. H. Floyd, padre at the
,School. Olinton and, of elle.
Rev. John Graham, rector of the par-
ish.
The latter unveiled the Honour Roll
and on behalf of the Wardens Messrs.
John Middleton and Alfred Hudie, re-
quested the padre to dedicate it and 1
'read out the navies of the men in the S
W. Oestricher,
• C.C.F. Candidate
A 0.0.1'. nominating convention was -
held in Cardno's Hall, Seaforth on
Monday night. W.O.F. Oestnicher well
known Huron County Shorthorn, bree-
der was chosen as the C.C.F, standard
bearer for Huron riding. Others nom-
inated were William Dale, E. P. Ches-
ney and Harold Jackson of Seaforth,
Murray Grainger of Varna, Reg Mc-
Gee of-Gpderich, and W. Glazier of
Clinton. All the nominees withdrew
with ,the exception of Messrs Oestri-
cher' and Dale. Mr. Oestrieher being
elected by ballot.
Prof, Pemberton of London and
A, M. Nicholson, M. P., for Mae.
Kenzie, Saskatchewan addressed the
Convention stressing the importance
of every elector exercising his Iran-
chile on August 4th.
Mr, Nicholson spent his boyhood'
days at Lueknow'and taught school
at Varna 'before going to Saskatche-
wan. He outlined the history of the
C.C.F. explaining that it was organ-
ized by farmers and workers in Can --
adv. in 1932 when both Liberals and'
Conservatives had proved that they -
could not prevent nor cure depres-
sions. As a result of monopolistic de-
velopment in Canada and other na-
tions the peqple who produce never•
have been paid enough to enable them
to purchase all the goods produced.
The C.C.F. proposed to free the people
from the power of the monopolies
now in control and to guarantee -to,
every able bodied person a chance to
work and a fair return for goods pro.
duced and services, rendered. Harold
Jackson presided at the meeting.
LITTLE LOCALS
Mrs. L. Snyder a resident of Curr --
ton for the past few years, left last
week for Loudon where she will re-
side in the future,
Have you bought any War Savings'
Stamps lately?
Misses Catherine Jefferson and
Jean leforgan are now at Forest with
the Farm Service Force. There are
45`gir1s in the group and six 'teachers
are in charge, where they are quart-
ered in the Fotest High School.
The annual picnic of the Huron L.
O.B.A., No. 377 will be held on the
awn of Miss Hattie Livermore, on
aturday, August 7th, at 3 p,m, Pot
uck lunch, All members please at -
end.
Miss Margaret Lockwood has se-
ared a position on the office staff
of the Toronto General Trust Cor.
oration.
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MILITARY NEWS
Pte, Carman McPherson, of the R.
.A.S.C. at Camp Borden and Mrs.
ePherson of Stratford spent the
veelcend in town,
AO Gordon Herman, who success-
fully completed his course at St.
homes has transferred to Centralia,
nd was a week end visitor at his
community in His Majesty's forces L
engraved thereon: John William t
beeves, Howard Warden MoCuilough,
Frederick John Middleton, William c
Albert Craig, Samuel Wilson Craig,
Alfred James Butler, Melvin David 0
Steep, John Hazlett Mellveen,
The Honour Roll form bearing the
name of St. James Church and offic-
ial heraldic inscription was the gift
of the government. Mr. A. G. Atkin- C
son kindly donated the walnut frame M
and the names were inscribed by Mr, F
C. B. Middleton.
Ten airmen and their wives were
present from the air school. These
airmen eontribnted greatly to the sus T
cess of the occasion by their splend- a
home,
id 'rendering of the old ifaneiliar
hymns, "0 Safe to the Rock" and
"Jesus, Saviour Pilot Me." .
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An inspiring address was given by w
the padre on the text "We are in h
Debt.", This unique service will long
be remembered for its enthusiasm
and solemnity, - A
The airmen and their wives were is
billeted among various members of the
church and spent Sunday as their
speeial guests,
AC- Kenneth Colquhoun of EgIin.
n Hunt Club, Toronto, spent the
eek end in town with Mrs, Colqu--
oun,
Many Names in Huron
Added to Voters' Lists
"There is more interest in this elec-
tion than appears on the surface," vi
This was the observation of a mem- J
ber of the election'board for the rid-
ings of Huron -Bruce and Huron, se
which released its revision figures
last Thursday night in Goderich.
He declined to 'elaborate on his
statement. More than 300' new names
have been added to the lists in Code -
rich, 300 in Exeter, more than 200 in
Clinton, and other places showedpro-
portionate increases with the prob-
able exception of Seaforth,
The revision board will not sit again
to take civilian names but sittings
will be held up to and including Tues. wa
day, August 3, for soldiers pmoxies, 011
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LAC.,James Lockwood, of the R.C.
F. who has been sick for some time
in Christie Street Military Hospi.
1, Toronto,
Mrs, George Campbell has received.
word from her eldest son, Flying Of-
cer Elhvood Cart -when, sting that
e has-been posted from Newfound-.
nd to Goose Bay, Labrador:
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Sgt. Instructor and Mrs. Ken, 10.
all and small child of Hamilton are
siting his parents, Mr,. and Mrs..
ohn Hall.
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LAC A. R. Dinnin who Inas been.
eying in, Newfoundland with the
R:C.A.F. for some time is now at
Lachine, Quebec. LAC Dinnin will be
remembered -here as a member of the.
Bank of Montreal staff before en,.
listment,
Nursing Sister Irene Bernice Seeds,
on the staff of a Canadian Geneva'
Hospital unit overseas was commis-
sioned in the Royal Canadian Army'
Medioal Corps in Sept 1939. She
s born Septemeber 11, 1914, at
ethane Ontario and attended. bhe•
llegiete Institute, Clinton, Ontario
be going to Toronto, where she -
rolled in the School for -Nurses at.
ronto Western Hospital. She gree-
ted from that institution' in 1938..
e has been 'overseas since 1944:.
xt-of-kin of Sister Seeds is her.
other, Mrs, A, le, Seeds of Oro, On --
erica formerly of Bayfield, Ontario_.
So far in the two ridings, less than
five soldier proxies have been deals
with by the board.
In all n tthitipalities other than
Goderich electors who are not on the
lists may receive a ballot on election
day by "vouching." This does not
apply to Goderich and towns of more
than 5.500 population.