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The Clinton News Record, 1938-04-14, Page 1R'be News -Record Est. 1878 With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New Era The New Era Est. 1865 NO. 5879 -59TH YEAR. CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 1938. THE IIOME PAPER: FT -RADE IN YOUR OLD HATCH FOR A BULOVA Never mind, i£ it is old and out of repair, a liberal allowance will be made for it, in exchange for a Bulova. This applies to either a gentleman's or Lady's Watch: WHEN CONSIDERING A GRADUATION ,GWFT. It would be to your advantage to see our stock of suitable articles, and the prices are reasonable. W. H. HELLY,AR Jeweler and Optician. Residence Phone 174j. SMARTEN UP FOR BASTER If the Bright Spring Sunshine Makes You Feel Shabby, COME IN AND SEEHOWA NEW COAT or SHIT WILL SM A,RTEN YOU UP Choose Colorful Accessories SEE OUR NEW BLOUSES. How Gay They Are GLOVES in Silk, Fabric, Kid and Suede, 59c to $2.25 NEW HOSIERY SHADES Exotique, Tropic, Entre Nous, Stroller, Copperblush, Cruise Tan 59c - 69c 75c $1.00 IRWIN'S " CLINTON'S ..LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " Old Watches Make Interesting Study A clipping taken from the Brussels Post regarding an old watch has started something of a competition in this locality. The clipping stated that a subscriber had a watch dated 1279. We have been informed howev- er that no watch, could be that old, as it was not until a much later cen- tury that watches were manufactur- ed. The figures 1279 represent the manufacturer's number. M. Levi Trick, Dorchester, while in the office the other day showed us a watch he has carried for many years. This is an English lever, chain drive affair, has no second hand, huge gold, hands, all enclosed in a .heavy copper•. ease. The inscrip- tio in the back reads :"The Tcmpron, London, 1710." It is stillin a good state of repair and keeps fairly good time. Mr. W. H. Hellyar has several old watches in his possession. One of them is much the same model as that which Mr. Trick owns: It has eight separate pieces of paper in the back representing repair charges over a period of yeaxs ranging from 1833. to 1849. This watch was made by Ruth- erford, Watch and Clock Maker, Jed - burgh, England, The repair slips were made out to a William Fair, but it isnot known own if he was a::netn- ) ber of the Fair Family of Clinton, It is still in good running order, and ticks like an alarm clock. The glass is very thick, and has a raised bevel- led centre to allow clearance for the; large gold hands. One outstanding feature of these old watches is the size and weight, some of them weighing close to a quarter of a pound. Watchmakers here say that they were much easier to work on than the more recent models, but for appearance and weight everyone admits that great: strides have •been made in the watch• snaking field. Public P,'chool Board Meets The regular meeting of the Public School Board was held in the school on Thursday evening, April 7th. All members of the board were present. Following the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting, the corre- spondence was read, Nediger—Hall: Moved that the cor- respondence be filed. Carried. The following aceounts were pre- sented for payment: P. U. C. $11.94 J. D. Stirling , 4.90 A. T, Cooper .,. 21.49 Sutter & Perdue. 14.04 Geo. Jefferson . .50 W. D. Fair Co.., . ' 83.29 136.16 Cook—Lobb: Moved that 'the ac- counts be paidCarried. The chairman of the education cont. mittee reported that a typewriter, had been installed in the school on approval. Firth -Hall: Thlat the typewriter left on approval be purchased. ltIo- tion lost. The chairman of the property com- mittee reported that the caretaker needed' a barrel of oil for, floors. Lobb--.l'enkins Than the property committee purchase a barrel of oil. Carried. The principal's report was read. Cook—Nediger: That the report be accepted. Carried. Nediger—Lobb: That the doors in the basement of the school be locked during the noon hour, and that the caretaker use his, own judgment as to what time they should be unlock- ed. Carried. McIntyre—Hall: Moved that the Meeting adjourn.. Carried. New Teacher For Collegiate NI;, Ralph Jalnes, • Toronto, has been accepted as the new teacher ab the Collegiate Institute to take charge of the General Shop Practice course, He will assume his duties after the si}nnner holidays. The Farmers' Market Wheat, 85e. Oats, 43e to 45c. Barley, 55e. Buckwheat, 50c. Cream, 39; 37c. Eggs, 17e, 15e, 1-4e, 13c. Live Hogs, $9.75, Boy Scout Paper Day The Scouts will gather paper next Saturday. If you have old paper or Magazines tie them in bundles with stout card and place 4n front of your house or at the roadside. If you are not able to do this a Scout will glad- ly do it for you. The boys -will go from house to house in the morning, and in the afternoon a truck will gather it together. Rags, if secure- ly bundled or put in a bag so that they can be handled, will also be ac- ceptable. Fire Brigade Called Out On Tuesday Shortly after 1.30 on Tuesday af- ternoon the firemen got a call to the Rozell Apiary where a grass fire Katt got out of control., 117x. Rozell had been burning long geese near the packed bee hives, and when the fire got to the hives he became alarmed and called the brigade. For- tunately no damage was done, but the bees were badly stirred up over the whole affair. Rejuvenating Restaurant Messrs: Bartliff and Crich's res- taurant is this week undergoing an extensive redecorating. The place right now presents a rather': topsy- turvey appearanee, but when the pap- ering and painting is completed and the place gets all dressed up, it should add greatly to it's appearance. It is also the intention of the owners to enlarge thekitchen, in order that they may give quicker and more efficient service to a steadily growing lunch business. Oil .Company Making Favourable Progress A charter has been received from the Ontario Government for the Hu- ron & Bruce Oil Company Ltd. The company has been incorporated and negotiations are now under way to, have the prospectus approved by the Ontario Securities Commission. When approval is obtained it is contemplated to sell shares in the company, it is hoped drilling opera- tion may be commenced at an early date. It will' be some time before oil is reached after drilling commences, as 'it wille tak about three months to drill to the desired depth. In the company W. L. Forrest of Goderich is president; Howard. Tre- wartha, vice-president, and F. Fing- land, secretary -treasurer, Presentation To Mr. and Mrs. George Potter A very enjoyable evening was spent on Tuesday, April 12th, at the home of Mr. and Mts. Gea. E Potter, when friends and neighbours number- ung about 55 gathered to honour than after their recent marriage: Games were enjoyed for an hour and the following address was read: "Dear George and Helen It is with a great deal of pleasure we are gathered here tonight on this happy occasion to offer you our heartiest congratulations on your recent mar- riage and wish you God -speed as you embark on the voyage of matrimonial life. The establishment of a home -the first and greatest institution in all the world—is a great and noble un- dertaking, and having laid the foun- dation thereof in your mutual love and respect each for the other, we trust that the super -structure you will build on that foundation may be- come more beautiful and enduring with the passing of the years. You, George, having lived in our community all your life, we feel, are one of us, and we desire you to know you have the heartiest good wishes of us all. And to you, Helen, we extend a -hearty welcome' and invite you to join our soeial gatherings and various activities and become one of us. We would warn you that the path in wna wedded life i s not s all,paved, but sometimes is difficult to travel. There is only one thing to do—pull together, and you will always get through. However, be that as. it may, in. or- der to demonstrate that our wishes are more than mere words, we ask you to accept this gift as a slight to- ken of esteem and best wishes. Signed on behalf of your friends and n.eighboues," Mr. D. M. Lindsay read the address and Mr. Harvey Jenkins presented a lovely living room table, a table ink - roe together with a number of cups and; saucers. Refreshments were served at the close. - ra.W,+,� ltft4 4444Ma.ti3W0*`•+ r+? V + .H: i '.44:4 `n . + tt, •044:44:4+.40- _ -4.11;. An Easter Message At the Cross there's - Room The verses here given have never been traced to their author, The composition is said to be the best -shaped poem ever written with- in its compass,. THE CROSS Blest they who seek, While . in their youth,. W i t h' spirit meek, The way of truth; To them the sacred Scriptures now. display Christ as the only true and living- way. His precious blood on Calvary was given To make theta heirs of endless bliss in heaven; And E'en on earth the child of God can trace Theglorious blessings of His Saviour's grace. For ahem He bore His Father's frown; For them He wore The thorny Crown; Nailed to the Cross, Endured its pain That His Life's Loss Might be their gain. Then haste to choose That better part, Nor dare refuse The Lord thy heart, Lest, H e declare, "I know you not," And deep despair - Should be your lot. Now look to Jesus, ,who on Calvary died, And trust on Him alone who there was crucified. SPRING FAIR Y<S WELL ATTENDED. Many Entries In Heavy Horse Classes. The weatherinan this year co-oper ated with the directors of the Huron Genteel Agricultural Society on the occasion of the annual Swing Stool Show held here on. Thursday last Front the standpoint of quality- and ' number of animals exhibited, and spectator attendance, the show was one of the most successful ever held The day was bright and sunny al- though a cold wind made it necessary to move along. Everyone seemed to be in a 'holiday mood, and the congest- ed sidewalks on the sheltered side of the street presented quite a traffic problem. When the attendance was at its height the two blocks from: the post office to the Rattenbury street cooter presented a picture of a solid mass of humaniey. The opening event of the show was a monster parade of all horses enter- ed preceded by the Citizens Band. A light horse • team entered by Cos. grave's Brewery attracted consider- able attention, but had to be satisfied with second prize in their class. All other classes were well represented and showed up to advantage in the parade. Heavy horses and cattle were judg- ed in the open square at the postof- fice which this year was fenced off with snow- fencing, a decided improve- ment'over the roue barricade of for- mer years. Light horses were judged as in former years on the next block over the highway. The judges were: Heavy horses, Mr. Neil McKinnon, Hillsburg; Light hor- ses, Mr. William IVlerriefield, Ridge town; Cattle, Mr, James H, Robinson, St. Marys. Mr, M. C. McPhail, Assistant Direct. toe, Department of Agricuttuue, To- ronto, was in charge of the Boys Judging Competition in beef cattle, and heavy horses. Fourteen boys eenipeted in this event, First and se. cond money was shared by Edison Forrest, Kipper, and Norman Pepper, Seaforth, each with 181 points: Alden Crich, Seaforth, was third, and fourth prize money was shared by Alvin Lobb of Clinton, and Bill Turnbull, Brus- sels, each with 169 points. Others competing were Bob Henry, Belgrave; Ross Taylor; Jack Henderson, Clin- ton; Gordon Shortreed, Walton; Joe Honking, Auburn; Cliff. Henderson, Clinton; Bert Garrett, Seaforth; Geo, Straughan and Ken. Campbell, Au- burn. As in former years several old tinted residents were on hand for this annual l event, Among theist was Mr. Levi! Trick, Dorchester, who has only mis- sed one fair in the past twenty years when sickness made it impossible for him to attend. He is still quite in -i terested in good horses, and plans his annual trip to coincide with the fair I Mayor G. H. Elliott, was unable to' Wend this year, being still confined to bed as the result of a. fall, In the evening a successful old time dance was held in the town hall which was web patronized, proceeds of which go to the stock show treasury. -r Specials—Special prize of $18.00 for• the best three heavy draught, agri- cultural or general purpose, any age, c on halter, must be owned in Town- •'ship: James Scott, Cromarty; Stuart D. McEwen, Clinton; Wm, Hamilton. & San, _ Murdock Special --Stuart McEwen;,. lst, 2nd, 3rd, 4th; Warren Brooke Granton, 5th, Charles Lindsay, Special Wm - McEwen, Clinton, let and 4th; 2nd„ i Glen Cornish, Clinton; 3rd, C. Lind- say, Clinton. (Continued on page. 4.) Presented With Jewel At a meeting of Clinton Lodge I.O. 0,F, held on Friday evening, April 8th, Wor. Bro. 'Norman Sly was pre- sented with a Past Master's Jewel, Lunch and, games followed the pre- sentation, House Being Moved Mr, David Elliott encountered con- siderable trouble when he undertook to stove the house he purchased on Mill street to his vacent lot on James street. The building was raised and put on rollers, being towed by trucks. It took all day Tuesday to go four blocks, and the house was considerab- ly strained in the undertaking, owe Sister Dies Igland Mr. Albert Palmer received word on Tuesday of the death of his sister, Mrs. William Lee, of Sheffield, Eng- land. Surviving relatives are her hus- band and one daughter, her aged fath- er, and one sister, Mrs. Thomas Clay, of Sheffield, England, and two broth- ers in Canada, .Albert, of Clinton, and, George of Montreal. Lions Meet In Hensall The Lions Club held their meeting Monday night of this week ab the Hensall Hotel of Lion Stan. Tudor, a large number of Lions and invited guests being present. The guest speaker was Mr. D. Thomas, of Gode- rich, who gave an 'interesting talk on "Petroleum",- which was enjoyed by all. Dr. J. A. Addison Receives Appointment ' At the regular meeting of council of the Township of Hay a resolution was passed appointing Dr. J. A. Ad- dison to the position of M.O.H. for the township, succeeding Dr. J. A. McKinnon, deceased. Dr. Addison is a son of Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Addison, Clinton, Little Locals Mr. Ralph Tiplady, who has been in Clinton Hospital, was removed to his home on 'Monday. Wilbur Cedmore has purchased J, M. Elliott's billiard parlor and to- bacco business Mr. Chas. E. Elliott is busy remod- elling his property on Albert street, and will have an up-to-date dairy when it is finished. Ellen Charlesworth, Lloyd Fulford andTerey Gordon took part in the big Amateur Contest held in Seaforth last. Friday, The snowstorm of last Friday had everyone wondering if winter was coming back to stay: Roads in gen- eral were in a treacherous condition.. The regular meeting of Huronie Rebekah Lodge will be held Monday evening, April 18th, as Mrs. Wolfe, D,D,P., will be present all neeinbers are urged to be present. Entertain Odd Fellows Mr. Fred Mutch end Master Bobby Morgan helped. entertain Goderich Odd Fellows last Friday night. The Clinton talent, with Mr. Mutch on the pipes and Bobby on the drums, were well received, rendering four numbers and four encores. • Former Clinton Hockey Star Has Chance To Play IIu Merrie England Ellwood Campbell, son of Mr, and Mrs, George Campbell of Clinton, re- ceived a telegram recently nskiug him to play hockey next year in Eng- land. This is an attractive offer, and Ellwood will probably find it some- what difficult to decide as he has a good position in the northern brining district where he has been one of hockey's star performers for the past several seasons, Wilson MacDonald 'Addres- ses Students In Col- . t legiate The students of the Clinton Colle- giate and, the Entrance Class of the Clinton Public School, and many in- terested people in town gathered in the Collegiate Auditorium last Fri- day afternoon to hear Wilson' Mac- Donald, noted Canadian poet and lec- turer. Jack Clancy, president of the Col- legiate Literary Society, introduced Mr. MacDonald with a few words of welcome. Mr. MacDonald prefaced the read- ing of his poems with a. few general remarks' on poetry in Canada and the United States. In the Maritimes, poetry is traditional. The folk living there have a rich store of folk songs and legends. The same feeling is found in the New England States, but not in New York State, where life moves at a different pane. It is more difficult to ieterest,city- born people in poetry than rural pea - pie. Rural people love nature, the woods, the flowers and birds, and are more susceptible to the beauties of poetry. The cowboys on 'the western plains love poetry and music and produce many beautiful Songs. Poetry is not confined to any one type of people; all types of people love poetry, business ,people and ath- letes often like to read poetry to soothe jangled nerves, ' Mr. MacDonaldp ointed out that there was true poetry of motion in the skating of the late Howie Mor- eon Mr. MacDonald, in, his own inimit- able way, recited several of his otvn poems, "Whust-a-Wee", "Song of the Ski", ."Antioch", "The Chicken Tltie£", several amusing character sketches, and several poems in French-Canadian dialect, an Aurel Joliet of "Les Canadiens" and "Quin - trains. of Callender:" The hour was thoroughly 'enjoyed by all present and the staff and stu- dents of the Collegiate are to be con gratulated, for bringing Mr. MacDon- ald to Clinton. HEAVY HORSES Clydesdale PRIZE LIST heavy Horses Clydesdale—Stallion foaled in 1934 or previous, Rabt. Murdock, Brew - field; Chas. Lindsay, Clinton; T. J. McMichael, Seaforth, Stallion, foaled In 1935 or 1936, Hamiiton & Son, Cromarty. Percheron: -Stallion; foaled in 1935 or 1936, Bill Schrag, Zurich. Heavy Draught—Brood mare, C. R. Toll, Blyth; Alex. Jack, Newton; Stu- art D. McEwen, Clinton. Filly or gelding, foaled in 1934 or previous, James Scott, Cromarty; Carmen Mat- thews,' Camlachie; Jack Vodden, Lon- desbaro; Carman Matthews, Camlach- ie Filly or gelding, foaled in 1935, Alex, Jack, Newton; John McGraw, Dublin; Stuart McEwen, Clinton. Fi1- lyor gelding, foaled in 1936: Wm. Me - Ewen, Clinton; T. J.,Meiichael, Sea- forth. Horse colt or filly, foaled in 1937: Warren Brook; Wnt. J. Dale, Clinton; 1'. J. McMichael, Seafort:t, Team in. harness, Carmen Matthews, Candaehie; Russell Scott, Cromarty; John Vodden, Londesbora. Sw..eept stakes, Russell Scott, G omarty, Agricultural—Brood mare, Stuart 1). McEwen, Clinton; Alex. Jack, New- ton • Ro t b Wright, e g , S afurth• Chas., Stewart & Son,-Londeeboro. Filly oe' gelding, foaled in 1934 or previous, ,A.lex Tack, Newton; Wm, Hamilton & Son, Cromarty , and third; Stuart D. McEwen, Clinton, Filly or gelding, foaled in 1935, Stuart D McEwen; Alex. Jack, Newton; Wm. J. Dale, Glbrtoit, Filly or gelding, foaled in 1936, Stuart D. McEwen, and second; Milton Hopper & Son, St, Marys, Horse colt or filly, foaled in 1937, Win. McEwen, Clinton; Alex Jack, Newton; Fred Roney, Mitchell. Team in flat- ness, Stuart D. Mefliwen, Clinton, Al- ex Jack, Newton; , Wm. Hamilton, Croinnety; Waren Brock, Clinton. Sweepstakes, Alex Jack, Newton, (Courtesy of Blue Belle - Little Miss Faye Hickson, This charming little lady, six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hickson, Clinton, needs no introduc- tion in this hart of the county. She has sung and tap-danced her way in- to the hearts of many audiences in and around Clinton, Faye started her career at the age of three and a half years when she won first prize in an amateur eottcst at Atwood with nineteen contestants. At the age of four years site captur- ed first prize in a Community Contest:. at Winghatn with thirty-five entries.. Since then she has won many con-• tests and in the spring of 1937, when: only five years of age, was success.-„ fully "auditioned" at Toronto for a. spot on Ken Soble's Amateur Hour:. She is slated for another audition the near future, the date has not yet, been decided upon. Singing over the radio has been: one of Faye's special achievements as she has sung over London, Torontce and Hamilton stations, and in addi- tion has appeared before audiences Wroxeter, Atwood, Brussels, Blyth, Gerrie, Goderich, Seaforth, Clinton. and other places. Iler last appearance. in Clinton was at an entertainment St. Paul's Parish Hall, Faye has an attractive personality and a winning smile. She seems to- be obe a beth actress, does better before, an audience than at rehearsals, and: seldom shows any trace of nervous- ness, . Her fancy costumes are de- signed and made by her mother, who also helps teach Faye some of thee more' difficult steps after she han been shown the routine by the tea- cher. In addition to brothers Mac and' Harry, aged eight and five respec- tively, Faye has a baby brother, Rode- rick. She thinks quite a lot of him,, although she did wish for a baby- sister. aby -sister, Her brothers do not take any- interest nyinterest in -dancing, but Faye would; rather dance than eat. Whether or' not she will stake a career of dancing - is not known, but everything indicates a rosy future for this charming Wee lady. Moves House Into Godericbl Whew Mrs. Frank Johnston, widow- of idowof the late sea -going Captain Frank Johnston, decided to move- to towns from her Goderich township home,: she arranged to bring her house with: her; It took movers a Iittle moree than two hours to bring the house six:, miles to Goderich on highway No. 8 on Monday morning. The haus; act, three -roomed building, was firmly, lashed_ to heavy rollers and towed by a truckto its new site at the lake - he t' i rs bank near Pavilion. M , John-• ston will have the house in order for occupancy this summer. At present •. she is staying at an hotel: PEOPLE YOU IIN-OWT Mr, and Mrs; T'recl Leonard left last' week to spend several weeps' in Del- hi: Miss Clara Ball, /muse -in -training at. Victoria Hospital, Leedom, spent last week -end at the :tome of her - parents, Mr. and Mrs, Nelson Ball, Mrs,, W. W. Tanner of 'Timeline has. leen visiting her father, Mr. Wm-. Walker, on her way home' from: fat .visit in the Sunny South.