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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1941-05-29, Page 4PAGE 4 THE CLINTON NEWS -RECORD THURS., MAY 29, 1941 56th Anniversary Sale Closes Sat. May 31st 20% Discount Off China, Glass and Pictures 10% Dis ,i ount Off ,Wallpaper Window Shades Men's Furnishings Boots and Shoes 10% Discount off Curtain Goods $5.00 MERCHANDIZE F EE To the lucky Customer signing our register this week. You may be the lucky one. Contest closes Sat- urday 31st. The lucky one will be selected on the page and number plan as used in Radio Contests. Ladies Shoes up to 3.50 —. Clearing -at $1.49 All regular lines of shoes less 10% Discount. SPECIAL PRICES ON Ladies Dresses Ladies Coats Ladies Hats This Store will be closed Wed- nesday afternoons during June, July. and August, A. i. • COOP,` -'R. KEEP KOOL By Using CERTIFIED ENGLISH HEALTH SALTS The price has not raised — Still 39e lb. can BISMA—K X will Relieve Gas and upset Stomach in 3 minutes Two Sizes 75c and $1.75. • • W. S. R HIES P.HM. B. ijka, Stara Pupils Present Fine Program Clinton inollegdate Institute Aud- itorium was filled to capacity when a concert of high calibre was preaern tad last Wednesday evening by pupils of Mrs. siert Boyes, Music, Instructor in Public Schools. About one hunched and .seventy pupils: participated re- presenting school sections Nos. 7, 9 of Tuckersmith, Nos. 8. 7 of Stanley, and Nos. 1, 4, 9, 11, of Goderich and No. 11 of Hallett. Inspector E. C. Beacom was chair- man and in his opening address out - heed the progress which the pupils were accomplishing: under musical instruction. The program which op- ened with the singing of "0 Canada", consisted of the following numbers: Chorus by S.S. Nos 9 Tuck. "There axe, Many Flags" and Part Song, "Santa Lucia"; Solo by Shirley Jones, "Beautiful Dreamer"; Patriotic Drill by girls of S.S. No. 7, Stanley; Cher - us by S.S. No. 4 God,, and; S.S. No. 11 Hullett, "Wings Over the Navy"; Piano Solo by Gordon Steppe, "Chim- ing ,Bells"; Song by. 11 little girls from Varmaschool, and S.S. No. 7 Tuck., "Playmates"N' Chorus by S.S'. No. 11 God., "Men of Harlech"; Duet TUCK•ERS1'llT'B by Grace Lobb and Grace Haden "School Day's"; Singing Game by S.S. by conveners of standing committees. ion of Miss Hazel Wilson teacher was on display. Tieleets were sold on this quilt agnowuting to $16.00,. The holder of the lucky ticket was 1112. Wm. Cowell. Mrs. Elliott Harrison donated a lovely wool cushion on which tickets had been said, Mr. Al len Bettles held the lucky, ticket on this. Two pot holders 2nd prize was won.by Bill Harris. The proceeds of the evenng amounted to $27.00. On Tuesday evening an organ was placedeim the church to replace the olcl one which had outgrown, its use- fulness, The choir and organist ap- preciate this very much. Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Reid Torrance for the gift. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Durnin, London spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Mil- ton Woods. Miss . Dorothy Cox; Dresden was home over the holiday with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Les. Cox. 'Mag. Ray Cox and baby son have returned from Clinton hospital and are staying for a while with her par- ents. Mr. and Mrs, Thos. Elliott, Annual Report The regular meeting of the Wo- men's Institute, held in the agricul- tural board room last Thursday after- noon, was featured by annual reports Rev. E. F. Chandler, ]3.A., ""No. 9, Goderich; Chorus by S.S. 7 who for the past eight years has been „ The president. Mrs. E. Adams, was in minister of Ki en and Hills eon Tuck, The King Is Still In London"; the chair, and Mrs. A. E': Silver at Pp Part Song- by S.S. No. 7 Tuck. and United churches, has received a un - No. 11 HuIlett, "Idle Hours"; Dance animous call to St. Paul's church by 5 girls "Irish Lilt," S. S. No. 1 I, Parkhill. Mr. Chandler, who at prey- � and No, 7 Stanley; Solo by Margaret ent ie .chairman of the Huron Presby- i Holland, "I Dream of Jeanie"; Ghor- tery, will leave for his new charge us by Varna School, "We Must All about July 1st, � Stick Together"; Chorus by S.S. No. • f Building on the Radio -Air -School '1 StanleySchool, dramatizing three . t at Granton Corner is proceeding withhers and four visitors were present. i different choruses; Chorus by S.S'. A motion for re -appointment of con- amazing speed• I No. 7 Stanley, "Till The Lights Of i y g senors of standing committees was iA reception service was held at iLondon Shine Again"; Part Song by l peeeel, :Qner epore4 pounds of wag - Tuner's church on Sunday. Eleven S.S. No. '7 Stanley, "Isle of Beauty"; lar will be donated for jam -making new members were enrolled who were Patriotic Drill, S.S. No. 9 Tuck.; Folk for overseas soldiers. The annual re - the piano. Arrangements were made for transportation of delegates to the district convention to be held at Wingham, May 28. Mrs. McKinley gave a report of the meeting of the district executive held at Mrs. Oster's Blyth, on May 6. Thirty-five mem- CLINTON, ONT PHOeiE 51 .1 Mr. and. Mts. R. Brown and Angus:Dance, S.S. No. 11 Goderich; Darkie port by the secretary Mrs, Nay show- '«Nµ*HM`s , 'Mn `tees. N»: :.xMµM; ' * en' «„� I Brown, Misses Eveleyn Johns, Lois Song, S.S. No. 1 Stanley, "Shortnin ed 12 regular meetings held with an enenleldnesseeneetatianesesen.Crich. A Walte's, and Messrsaggregate attendance of 413 and av- erage of 34.5. Two members were Men's Sport Shirts Well made good looking shirts designed for active men and as good a variety of styles and colors as you will see anywhere. EACH 1.00 -- 1.25 — 1.50 to 1.95. IN AND OUTER SUITS Matching Trousers and Shirts in blue, grey and green. A Smart Choice for Summer Sports. EACH 2.95 to 5.95 MEN'S TROPICAL SPORT SLACKS Cool tropical weight worsteds in rayon and wool or wool and cotton, in blues, greens, grey and bc owns. EACH 3,95 to 5.95 SWIM TRUNKS Made from sleek form fitting rayon Laced Lastie Satin, in Blues, greens and wine, BOYS 1.00. small Med., Large. — MENS 1.50 and 1.95 ALL WOOL TRUNKS " 1.50 and 1.95 MENS POLO SHIRTS Made from fine combed cotton me -.h — Sizes 36 to 44 EACH 1,00-1,60-1,95 Bread"; Chorus by S.S. No. 9 God.. "Rule Britainia"; Two Parts Songs, "Hark The Lark" and "AIl The Births Are Here Again." As a grand finale the entire group of nine schools appeared on the plat- form and sang, "Carry On" and "There'll Always Be An England". ",f, j George Turner, Kenneth- Rogerson, is Fred McGregor and Lloyd Walters. We are sorry to report the illness „ of Mrs. G. McGregor who underwent se an operation in Clinton Hospital on Saturday. We hope for an early re- covery. Mr. and Mrs. F. Townsend were Mr. Beacons expressed his appreciat- visitors on Sunday with the lady's ion to Mrs. Bert Boyes and of the parents at Dorchester. (fine exhibition of talent shown by IThe Tuckersmith Ladies Club will hold their June meeting at the hone X of Mrs. Wm. Pepper on Wednesday, t• I June 4. Roll call to be a question for the question box. Come prepar- ed with questions of all kinds. DAVIS 8c H '( FARM VOLUNTEERS �CUSTOM TAILORS — Be Measured by a Tailor. •y,; 4.4•:w'•,f : `:::H�..�MW�«1+pH:«:..:H:«:»� :«:,sloe :•.:H:H:H:e•4.;':+'9 .M1H:»;H1H;H�H4...::H:a•:M:' C .'�MW H� s � 1-1••1� :H� ,HZa.�H+��N�H H�H�H�a+� *a1�»�••iHiHi�••�Hi. f••i . iei�H�HrH�H.+�Hi i�•f + . �; es 3a' a SPECIAL CLUB PRICES ON TENNIS eiND BADMINTON RACQUETS. SUMMER SPORTING EQUIPMENT We have just received. a fine assortment of ln.etex swim trunks, erices 1.25, 1.65, and 1.75. These are easily 50c cheaper than what they could be purchased fo • in larger centres. Good Used Washing Machine on hand, will sell cheap Special prices on model airpia:tes, radios and refrigerators EPPS SPORT SHOP Headquarters For All Sporting Goods • In an effort to "enlist" girls of this district in the Farm Service Force, and interest boys of high I school age in working on the farms j of this country, Miss D. M. Jackson j and Mr, iii, Norris. of the Ontario • Department of Labor, paid a 'visit to , the News -Record office last Friday, Commenting that the need for farm • help is definitely serious this year, Miss Jackson pointed out that the women of Ontario can do their part in aiding their country's war effort by working in fruit and vegetable farms, in fruit pickers' camps, as "camp mothers," cooks and assist- ants, and in canneries. packing hous- es, etc. Women workers will be known as Farm Service Volunteers. • Although no camps have been es- tablished in this district, eight are now active in the Niagara district, 68 girls each; and one opened in St. Catherines last Monday. Camps for women and girls working on the land are all •supervised. They have been established by the YWCA in co-oper- ation with the Ontario government, and housing, food and, supervision are the responsibility of the Y.W.C.A. The majority of workers and em- ployees will be needed between June 10 and August 6. and August 15 and September 30. Girls must be over 16 years of age. The maximum age is 45 years. Boys of high school age are wanted, 'although some younger boys may be accepted if they have had previous experience in farm work. Boys as well as girls, are reseed only on government approved farms. When the girls are working at an hourly rate, minimum wages of 171 cents a hour will be paid. Mare ef- ficient workers will receive higher rates. Boys or girls who are interested in helping relieve their country's ser- ious labor problem in this way may receive application forms and farther information from the Agriculture Representative, J. C. Shearer or Principal of the Collegiate Institute, Mr. E. A. Fines, or by writing direct- ly to Fenn Service, Ontario Depart- ment of Labour, Toronto. ' It has been proposed that business or professional men register with the local Lions Club, of which Mr. W. L. Whyte is president, making them- selves available far 1 day a week labour on the farm, also being asked to give up part or all of their hol- idays to ol-idaysto help on relatives or friends farms. This will only be wed if and when the need arises,- =i i 2• #44444444:44.+44444.44++4 4$«t4+44>3«+,.r,»s+,»;H;H;.r;HS,t... ; H04;44::42«Lit SUMMERHILL SUi4IMERHILL RED CROSS The Summerhill Red Cross group held their meeting at the home of .Mrs. G. Smith with the president in the chair. The meeting opened with :the National Anthem followed by the prayer for peace. The minutes' of the last regular meeting were read .and adopted. Twenty-four members answered the roll call and one visit- or was present. Mas. Norman Ball gave a report on the party at which they made $44.27, A ticket was drawn on the quilt which was made :by Miss Fralick and the pupils of No, 12, the proceeds of which were $18,50. were given to the Red Cross. A tick- et was also clrawn on the gloves and Mrs. Goldie Smith was the lucky lady. Mrs. Huron Murch donated a hand painted picture that Was raffled a- mong the members with• Mrs. Bill :Lovett being the lucky lady. It was moved by Mrs. E. Snell and seconded by Mao. J. Gibbings that letters of .appreciation for donatoins to the group be sent out. In the afternoon .a flannelette top was put together and the fancy quilt started. ' The 'next 'meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Robt. Smith pn Wednesday, .June 4th. Tea was ,served at the close sof the .meeting. SUMMERHILL MAKES $145 FOR RED CROSS On Friday evening, May 16th, the last party was held in the hall at Summerhill to close the progressive euchre parties for the season. ••,After Christmas the Summerhill group was divided into four smaller groups, each one having a convenor. Every two weeks they had a panty with a small charge. Proceeds to each con- venor were: $39, Mrs. Warren Gibb- ings; $37.66. Mrs. G. Neal; $32.20, Mrs. Norman Wright and $241.16j Mrs Bill Lovett. At the last party in tho hall the proceeds were $11.25, making a grand total of $147.27. A special feature of this evening was the drawing of the tickets on an um- brella girl quilt made by the pupils of S.S. No. 12 Hullett and Miss Fra - 'lick, their teacher. The proceeds were $18.50 whch were given to the Red Grass. Miss Fairservice of Lotu- ?desboro held the lucky ticket, LONDON ROAD The London Road Club held their May meeting at the home of Mrs. C. Cooper. Meeting opened by singing Oh Canada, followed by the creed. minutes of last meeting were read and approved. Roll call was answer- ed by 13 members and four visitors present. We were asked by -the Red Cross to 'snake 15 bed jackets. Next meeting will be at Mrs. Noramn Man- ning and everyone come prepared to sew. After the business part we en -1 tertained the grandmothers, there be- ing eight present. Mrs. Cooper re- ceived the prize for having the most grandchildren, and Mrs. McMichael the prize for being the oldest grand- mother. A program consisted of, reading, Mrs. Anderson; Song, Gloria Nott;. reading. Ruth Manning; Song by the grandmothers; Reading Miss Henderson: Mrs, Manning read an account of the Brucefield Club. i "Shoulder to the Wheel Contest" in which they won fleet prize, Meeting closed with the National Anthem, Hostess served lunch. the children. The program closed with the Nat- ional Anthem. The proceeds were donated to the Rod Cross Society. HULLETT TOWNSHIP An open meeting of the Hullett Unit of the Federation of Agricult- ural was held in the Community Hall, Londesboro on Friday evening, May 23rd, and was very well attended After a few remarks by the president W. J. Dale' the following program was presented: Duet by Elva and Betty Snell. A polish dance by the pupils of S.S. No. 9. Song by Cowboy Lloyd and his guitar from U.S.S. 11. Drill by the pupils of S,S. No. 6. Violin selection by Mr. Arthur Colson. Recitation by Kenneth Brigham, Solo by Emerson Ilesk. School chorus by S$. No. 2. Solo by Wm, Britton. Dance by Jean Gibbinga and Shirley Rapson. Solo by Betty Craig. Mus- ical selection by Frank Longman and H. Honking. Duet by Mrs, Irwin and Bobby. Mr, W, L. Whyte was present and spoke briefly on his views of the Fed- eration of Agricultural and some of the pitfalls that should be avoided. Mr. J. M. Eckat't, ex-wareen of Huron, gave a short address. Mr. Hugh Hill, vide -president of the Col- borne Unit, gave a very interesting address pointing out that. although farming is the greatest industry in Canada quite often farmere do net speak of their own industry with the pride that they should, or of the place farming holds in our country. He al- so dwelt in the unbalanced economics situation that exists today. Mr. R. J. McMillan spoke very briefly on tiro possibilities of co-oper- ation. A vote of thanks to these speakers was moved by Mr. Alex. McEwing and seconded by Bert Irwin. The meeting closed with God Save the King. PORTER'S HILL On Monday afternoon May 19, the regular meeting of the Red Cross was held in the basement of the chattels, 17 ladies were present. Two quilts Were quilted. Mrs. Allen Bat- tles, president had charge. Mrs. John Torance read a report of last meet- ing and business was discussed'. Yarn. material, and quilt ppatches were handed out to make necessary com- forts for 'soldiers fighting and those in hospitals. The ladies of the North End 6 con. served lunch. It was de- cided at this meeting to ask all in the community, who have any' salvage to bring the same to John Torrance's where a truck Will pick it up; old iron, papers, ncagaazines,i !rags, old carpets, almost anything will sell, and help buy material to carry on. We ask that all salvage be in by May 31e,t. On Friday evening a Red Cross soc- ial with mixed programs was enjoyed; BOMB splendid numbers being given quilt pieced by the Jr, Red Cross pup- • ils of S S N 5 d d lost to the society during the year, Mrs. Kirk by removal from town and Mrs. T. Cook by death. It was decid- ed that the June meeting will be held at Mrs. N. W. Trewartha's summer cottage, and appreciation was expres- sed for the invitation. The program included a patriotic solo by Mrs. R. C. Lawson self ac- companied; a reading by Mrs. Epps, sr., entitled "When Mother Was IIs;" and a paper on "Health" by Mrs. Ad- ams. in which useful information on prevention of accidents and disease was given. The appointment of Mrs, M. Batkin as recording secretary for the year was confirmed. Hostesses for the clay were Mrs. M. Baticins, Mrs. A. F. Cudmore, Mrs. James Flynn, Mrs. East and Mrs. E. Far- quhar. OBITUARY MRS. WILLIAM D. FAIR A life-long resident of Clinton in the person of Harriett Louise Leslie, wife of William Dickson Fair died Tuesday morning atter a illness of three years. She was born in Clin- ton, the second daughter of the late Mr, and Mrs. John Leslie. and one of a family of six, 2 boys and 4 girls. Thirty-two years ago she married Mr. Fair and they went to reside on Townsend street where they have al- ways lived. Mrs. Fair was a member of the Presbyterian church in Clinton and took a practical interest in the activities of church and, commun- ity. She was especially prominent inl ladies organizations during the Great War. Besides her husband there sarvive one brother. John Les- lie of Oakland, California and one sister•, Mrs. Patterson, whose hus- band, Dr, J. J. Pattterson is a prom- inent minister in, Sarnia, The funeral service is being held front the residence on Townsend street today with Rev. B. F. Andrew of Clinton Prebyterian church .eon ducting the services. Intenanenb will Like place its Clinton cemetery. JOHN McCOWAN The death occurred at his home, second concession of Stanley town- ship on Saturday, of John McGowan, life long farmer of this district. Mr. McCowan, was born in Stanley Town- ship in Ocbebor. 1873, and was of Highland Scotch parentage, son of the late John McCowan and Mary' (McDonald) McCowan. He attended the public school of his home section and on Msy 14, 1902 he married Ella McGregor. They farmed in Stanley in the same locality in which he was born and hats lived all his life. Mr. McCowan was a Presbyterian and a Liberal. Besides Mrs. McCowan there survive three sons, John, farm,- ing in Stanley, and Prank of Bruce - field and Kenneth at home, two daughters, Mrs. James McDonald, Brucefield, and Mrs. Albeit 0, Batt, Stouffville, a brother Duneatu near Seaforth; two sisters, Mas. Mary Mc- ICay, Hamilton, and Mrs. James. By- nant, Roxboro. The funeral service which was held Monday afternoon at his late re- sidence was largely •attended, Ser- vices were conducted by Rev. B.: P. Andrew of - Clinton Presbyterian church, The pallbearers were, George and T. B. Baird, Arthur Caldwell, Harvey Taylor. John Pepper and Hugh Gilmour. Interment was made An All Out Revival Of Bible Religion Rev, and Mrs, W. S. Crone, Radio Preachers and Singers of Niagara Falls, will begin Special Revival Meetings in the OLD-TIME DANCE HALL, on. Friday Night, June 3rd at 8 o'clock. All week night meetings are at 8 pen. Sunday meetings at 3 and 8 p.m. Don't fall to hear this well-known radio team sing the good old Gospel •songs, and hear Rev. Drone preach the real truth of God's Way of Salvation. Rev. W: J. Cowherd, Supt., Clinton Mission. Clinton Lions Club 6th Annual STREET FAIR DANCE & DRAW 4� Wed June '18 1941 Program at Night, 8,30 STREET FAIR—To be held between Town Hall and Inter- section. BINGO, CHUCK -A -LUCK. OVER AND UNDER, BASE BALL, STICK HI9'LER, AND OTHER GAMES. 10.30 DANCE—In Town Hall, Popular Orchestra 12 O'CLOCK, MIDNfGHT—Draw for fifty Prizes Prizes on Display in Agriculture Office Window • Proceeds for Child Welfare, also help will be needed for comfort and entertaiment of boys at the new Radio Air School near Clinton. Frank Pennebaker, M. J. Scltoenlsals. W. L. Whyte, • President Secretary Frolic Chairman en ee In case of Inclement weather Fair will be held in Rink 'rtt ` '!»»:Ht4Hrr:»:••;:•.,'H,'»«4•+:w'43»:!d•++r:•.+:Mr.:4.4= ,..,+.,M;«.;..;,,«« ;Hw«:ems ; i»Ai fire PM RID/N' NNE JUST (SOT NEW COONSIES ON EASY TERMS/ Brow• me s Service Station CLINTON ONTARIO PHONE 5 J01t4 Y4UR:FFt(N65' s.'C Rt'C1E QN; Q D' Get Behind This Idea More than one hundred Ontario municipalities are going "all out" this summer in connection with the Home• coming Week idea which had its gen- esis n short time ago in Orillia. Each municpality of the hundred, through a eommttee of leading citizens and the direct effort of individuals. en- deavours to get in touch wtih former residents now living in United States. An invitation is extended to them— and to their friends as well—to copse home to Ontario during the first week of July. This particular time was de- cided upon for two reasons: Canada's national holiday, the first, and Amer- ica's national holiday, the fourth, fall in the same week—in the Iatter ease on a Friday. It is also a period when. Ontario enjoys its most favourable weather of the year frons the stand- point of out-of-doors recreation, Stressed in these invitations is the opportunity Homeaornng Week will provide to meet old friends, to see the old, once -familiar places and to hopes and fears are common wth their enjoy a grand Ontario vacation. own, that we want their friendship Each fawn, village and hamlet in and their help and that we deserve it. Ontario has its quota of former cit- izens who now live in the United this summer is going to be a mission - States; it is estimated that in the ary for Canada—and for Britain— motroit area alone there are today when he returns, He'll be telling his and their faamilieore than milie0 Fortner Ontarians friends about our fine vacationland, s. In tha past the our friendly people, our grand fish - used to be able to visit back and ing and' hunting, oat' natural, unspoil- forth at will, but the war has changed' ed eeetuory, our magnificent highways. all that, Today, Canadians must And he'll be spreading the idea that stay at home oonserving American a Canada at war is still a Canada funds for ewer purchases across the where the democratic ideal is fune- border, boning twenty-four hours of the day. If every Ontario citizen were to So. let's get behind this Homeoom- write to six friends or relatives in ing Week idea, { Write your, friends, the United States extending an invit- acquaintances alai relatives in the Un- ation for a visit this summer, this , ited States. Telt them that you want country would benefit to an incalcul- to see them this summer. Let them able extent, far and above any im- know that they l can come and go mediate monetary consideration. We without hindrance or restriction of need missionary work done over there any sort, that their American. dollar Sinister forces have been active in will buy more than a dollar's Worth the United States to discourage of pleasure and i entertainment, and travel in •Canada and sad to relate, that when they ,visit you, they'll be they have met with •mush success. I among friends. Send along a copy ,+ Stories have been spread—and believ-:this newspaper, Or let us have their ed—that Americans cannot enter or names and addresses and we'll do it Men of 30, 40, 50 PEP, VIM, VIGOR, Subnormal?, Want normal pep, vim, vigor, vitality? Try Ostrex Tonto Tablets. Contains tonics, stimulants, oyster elements— alds to normal pep after 30, 40 or 60. Get a special introductory size for only 86¢. Try this aid to normal pep and vim today. For sale at all godsi drug stores. m they are liable to internment once Imre, that their personal effects. cam- eras, etc. are subject to confiscation, that gasoline is either unobtainable or strictly rationed, that food is poor and scarce, that Canada does not want visitors while she is at war, No amount of paid advertising has been able to remove in total the full el- fects of this campaign apon the mind of the prospective visitor But your letters can help tremendously. What better way to set these stor- ies at rest than to play host to as many of our American cousins as possible this summer? Shows them that Canada at war is still a dem- ocracy and a mighty pleasant one to live in, that we are above all, friend- ly neighbours whose interests, aims, to Baird's cemetery Stanley township, leave Canada without passports, that (for you. What is more, do it TODAY.