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The Clinton News Record, 1938-04-21, Page 11!'he News -Record Est. 1878 ,on News - With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New NO. 5880 -59TH YEAR. Era The New Era Est. 1865 CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY APRIL 21, 1938. i Are You One of Those Who 'Say: "My EyesAreAll Right" 11 If your eyes- do not feel comfortable, or tire e at! times, it is your "danger signal" It is a warning that your eyes should be thor- oughly examined by your Optometrist. ' W. H. HELLYAR Jeweler and Optician. Residence Phone 174j. 11 The Snappy Suit with the Short Coat The Vogue for late Spring Wear Priced so Reasonably at 7.95 to 2I.50 at Blouses -Special 1.95 An Assortment of Shades in beautifully tailored styles. Bought to sell at a considerably higher price. WOOLLEN SUITS and SEPARATE SWEATERS in Spring and Summer Shades Now on Display IRWIN'S " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " Bandstand Moved to Library Park FIRST CONCERT TO BE HELD JUNE 2ND. During the past two weeks spec- tators have followed with interest the moving of buildings in town, Last week D. Elliott's house was moved by trucks, and on Monday the bandstand was moved by teams from, Recreation Park to Library Park, The work was carried out under the supervision of Messrs. Tasker and Wiggington, who had secured the contract by tender from the council. After being raised from the founda- tion, heavy timbers were placed un- derneath the stand and two wagons placed at front and rear. This . ar- rangement • worked well as the build- ing was then mounted on wheels, and taking into consideration the size and weight the two teams handled the load easily, and very little trouble was encountered. Now that the stand is where the mernbers of the band want it, they will celebrate the settling of this sub- ject of contention by donning their new uniforms for the first concert which is to be held on June 2nd. The new uniforms are the latest Word in smartness and are very com— plete. The coats are scarlet, trim- med with navy; trousers are blue with red stripe; blue caps with red band and gold trimming; Sam Brown belts and white shirts with blue ties complete the new outfits. The band now has a full member- ship of thirty-seven, including the drum major. Bandmaster Agnew is putting the members through exten- sive practice periods weekly, and it appears as if Clinton is in for some good musical entertainment ,this sea- son judging by the interest the Horticultural Society Meets A. meeting of the Clinton Citizen's Horticultural Society was held in the board room of the town hall on Fri- day afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. The officers elected for 1938 were as follows: Sec.-Treas,: Harry Plumsteel Board of Directors: W. J. Cook, Mrs. C. H, Epps, Clift. Epps, Mrs. W. Jones, W, S. 11. Holmes„W. Jones, J. Twyford. Show Committee: W. J. Cook, Mr. Arnold, J. Twyford, Douglas Thorn - dyke, A. B. Streets, Mrs. Cliff. Epps, Mrs. M. Nediger, Mrs. L. Heard. List Committee: C. H. Epps, W. S. R. Holmes, W. J. Cook, W. Jones, Mrs. A. T. Cooper, Mr. R. M. Sperling. It was decided that the membership fee be-50cfor 1938. Officer; Lever !Suggests Safety Measures In view of the recent epidemic of car accidents in this vicinity, Traffic Officer Lever issues a warning to motorists, and stresses particularly the law regarding left-hand turns. In making, a left turn it is compulsory by law that the driver of a car shall signal by extendedhand, regardless of whether he can see traffic follow- ing or not. Failure to do so renders the driver liable to penalty. ' Most drivers have the wrong con- ception of the purpose of stop signs it seems as the majority of drivers stop back of the sign where, as in the case of the main intersection here, the vision is blocked on both. sides. In such cases the driver should bring his car to a. halt when he reach- es a point where he has a clear view of the highway to the right and left, and not back of the stop sign: Observance of the above rules, -to- gether with a mixture of common- sense. would'help to cut down acci- members are taking in these Weekly dents is the belief of our traffic offs- Araeticee. cer.. The Farmers' Market Wheat, 85c. Oats, 43c to 45c. Barley, 55c. Buckwheat, 50c. Cream,35c, 33c. Eggs, 17c, 15c, 14c, 13e. Live Hogs, $9.75. Wednesday Closing Local merchants during the past week have decided to close on Wed- nesday afternoons during the months of May, June, July and August. In all, forty merchants and business men will take advantage of the half -holi- day, commencing May 4th. Daylight saving time will go into effect in the principal cities of the Province on Sunday. Struck By Car Ronald Steepe, eight-year-old son of Mr and Mrs. Earl Steepe, London, was taken to. Victoria Hospital, on Tuesday with serious injuries which included a fractured skull, after being struck by a car • on the Windsor highway, six miles west of London. The boy is said to have darted across the highway into the path of the on- coming car. He is a grandson of Mr. and Mrs. David Steepe, Clinton. Young People Present Play On Tuesday evening members' of the Wesley -Willis Young People's Union presented an entertaining play to a large audience in the town hall. The title of the play, "The Man from Nowhere", gives a clue to the story on which the play is based, and which had the audience guessing until the end when the identity of the mystery man, played by Alvin Corless, is re- vealed. Theett' s rag for the play is in the boarding house run by Mrs. Crad- dock, played by Margaret Duret. Other characters in the cast were Hil- da Swenson, the maid, Hazel McDow- ell; Boarders, Anne Royce, Dora Pry, hene Robertson and Helen Powell; Professor Holmes, Percy Livermore; Miss Prim, Dorothy Corless; Mr. Graydon, Bank Manager, Jacic Nedt- ger; Henry Holt, bank clerk, Jack West; Mr. Cox, private detective, Or- val Lobb; Rodney Baxter, the mys- tery min, Alvin Corless, Henry Holt is in love with .Anne Royce, and when the smooth, sauve stranger steals the affection of his lady love, he seeks ways and means to get him out of the way, The stranger is looking for -Work, and through the efforts of Anne is able to secure work in the local bank. Here he makes very favorable pro- gress and is placed in a position of trust i which � 1 t' tch lie is sent out of town with some valuable papers. Henry hears of the intended trip and sees a golden opportunity for some dirty work. He secures an identical bag to that which Rodney will carry, fills it with several thousand dollars of the bank's money, and meets Rodney at the station to give him a slip of paper saying that the party he is to contact has gone to Chicago. Rodney takes a train for Chicago, and in the meantime Henry spreads the word that the money has disappeared. Mr. Graydon is naturally disap- pointed that his trust has been be- trayed since he hastakenin the young man at his face value, his lady- love still has faith in him however, and after her lover has been brought back and his identity revealed the whole mystery is cleared up with rather surprising revelations. Rodney turns out to be the soil of one of the biggest bankers in the world. He has tired of living on his father's money and has determined to make his own way in the world. This information is revealed by Mr. Cox who has been sent out by the boy's father to keep an eye on him. The money is replaced in the bank, Rodney and Annie' are happy once more, and Henry gets his dismissal ticket. • The professor and Miss Prim, a maiden lady, provide the comedy for the play. Miss Prim just loves to darn, and by darning the professor's socks, reveals, to him that he needs someone to take care of him. After several desperate attempts at propos: ing in which they are disturbed time and again by the other boarders, the romance is ' finally completed satis- factorily. Hilda Swenson, the Swedish maid, is constantly looking for one letter from her Olie, and after carrying it around for several days;, the professor. finally gives it to her.- It contains a proposal also, so that in all three ro- mances are satisfactorily settled in the play. Dora Pry, the 'rather so- phisticated young Lady does not get a man, but appeared capable of mak- ing her own way in the world. In .between acts musical selections were given by Ellen Charlesworth, Mrs, Agnew accompanying on the pi- ano. The play was well .given and well received, and will probably be taken to other places. THE HOME PAPER Among The Churches Baptist Church The Ladies' Aid will meet at the home of Mrs. G. W. Sherman on Tues- day afternoon, April Beth. Key word fo � the meeting, t h ng, "Resurrection. Ontario Street United Church Sunday School ,Anniversary. Rev. Harold J. Snell, B.A., of Ethel, will be, the guest speaker at the services. 2.00 p.m. Mr. Chas. Ha.wke will be the preacher at Turner's Church: Monday: Young People's Union will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday: Midweek service at 8 p.m. in auditorium of the church. Wesley -Willis United Church Morning: "The 1VIissing Man." Evening: "The Links that Unite.” At the evening service. the I.O.O.F. and Rebecca Lodges will be present. The W.M.S. Thankoffering meeting will be held on Friday afternoon, April 29th. in the Sunday School room, commencing at 2.30. Mrs, Rev. Craw will be the guest speaker, W. A. Entertains at Huron County Home' Yesterday afternoon the W. A. of Ontario street church presented a program to the inmates of the Huron County home which was greatly en- joyed. These visits are appreciated by those who are shut-ins' and they look forward to entertainments of this nature. • Mrs. Shobbrook presided and the following program was given: Solo, Jean Elliott; Reading, Mrs. M. Wil- tse; Piano solo, Mrs. Reg. Ball; Read- ing, Mrs. Kenedy; Solo, Rev. G. G. Burton; Solo, Mrs. Aiken. The program was opened with a short devotional period and prayer by Rev, Burton, Hymns interspersed the program. p gr A pleasing feature of the gathering was the singing of a hymn by the inmates. In the absence of their regular organist who is sick, Mrs. Ball accompanied thein on the piano. Before leaving the ladies were shown the newly installed electric stove. Mrs. Jacobs extended a vote of thanks for the treat of oranges and cookies which were distributed and for the splendid program, assuring the vis- itors that visits of this nature bring cheer to the inmates and are greatly appreciated. Boys' Grain Club is Formed An organization meeting was held in the Agriculture Office on Wednes- day evening when the following were appointed officers of the Clinton Grain Club: President, Robin Thomp- son; Vice, Alvin Bottles; Sec.-Treas., Robt, Glenn. The organization is sponsored by the local Lions Club. The objects of the club are four- fold, 1. To demonstrate the value of good seed, the practice of good cul- tural methods and disease control, 2. To improve the quality of seed be- ing sown in the Province. 3. To im- prove the quality of seed being sown in the Province, 3. To develop lead- ership and to foster community co- operation in production. and market- ing problems. 4. To focus attention on production costs. There are twenty bays in the Club and each boy will grow one acre of barley. Through the generosity of the Canada Malting Company each boy received 1i' bushels of registered O.A.C. No. 21 seed. Each boy is re- quired to keep a financial record and other data on the crop and results will be judged at an Achievement Day to be held in the fall when suit- able awards will be made.. Who Is Responsible? Judging by the condition of certain streets in Clinton for the past six weeks it is questionable of this pract- ice of county or provincial control is of any advantage to those who have to use certain streets now under gov- ernment control. King street, south of the. intersect. ion of highways 4 and 8, and the north end of Albert street on highway No. 4 are—to put it mildly --a; disgrace, not only to the town, but to the county and province who have assumed con- trol of these two streets. Neither of them are fit even to walk on, and in their present condition, area menace to life and limb. The worst' part of it is that absolutely nothing is being done to improve these two streets. If this is the kind of service we are to receive when the county or prov- ince takes over a road it would appear that our ratepayers would be well ad- vised to consider veryseriously- be- fore they work their heads off to get the government to : take over work which can he done cheaper and better by our local council, and what is more to the point, have it done at the prop- er time. If the county or province cannot do the work at the proper time they should allow the local council to do the work and charge them with it. Contracts Awarded At Collegiate Contracts for furnishing and equip- ping the rooms at the Collegiate for Horn o Home Economics andShop S Torr Practice site have been awarded. Messrs. Ball and Zapfe will furnish the equipment, W. Cowan and Son will do the carpenter work, and D. Kay the decorating. Women's Institute The regular :meeting of the Worn - en's Institute will be held on Thurs.- day, April 28th. in the Board room of the Agriculture Office. Tltis is the last meeting of the year, and the striking committee will present their report of .the new officers for the coming year. The roll call is to be answered by suggestions for the pro- gram. for the ensuing year. Hostess- es: Mrs. J. McKinley, Mrs. Steep, Mrs Edmondson, Mrs. Kirk, Mrs. Watkins and Mrs. T Cook. Cars Crash at Main Intersection TWO cars were involved in a cros- sing crash here on Friday evening when a car driven by Orval Noble, approaching highway No, 8, from tl,e south, was struck by a car driven by Mrs. L. Hodgens of Stratford, who was proceeding east. Noble had stopped at the intersex tion of highways 4 and 8, and failing to notice the approaching car, had• started to cross the pavement when he noticed the vehicle almost within striking distance. He then applied the brakes and cane to a stop with his front wheels on the highway, the approaching car failed 'to clear his machine, crashing into it on the left hand side. Passengers in the Hodgens car were Ernest Bates and his mother; Mrs. Bates received a bad shaking up and Baths sustained a few cuts on his wrist from flying glass. The side of the car was badly damaged and all glass on that side broken. Noble's cat -was not extensively damaged and both vehicles were able to proceed on their own power. Traffic Officer N. Lever investigated the accident. Little Locals Miss E. N. Wilson, graduate nurse of Clinton hospital, left on Monday for Hearst where she has secured a position. Mrs. A. E. Runcball was taken to the hospital on Tuesday evening, fol- lowing a severe attack of appendi- citis. The Street committee had all mem- bers of the town council out on a tour of inspection on Monday night when they surveyed the town streets with a 'view to better drainage system and permanent roads. Seeding operations, which have been under way during the past week have been temporarily held up by the storm on Tuesday evening. Fanners report that the soil is working up well. Seeding is somewhat earlier this year. Last year it was in the first week of May before it became general. Police Find Car Stolen Here Sunday Night Other ttaspness ,Places Entered. Search for a gang blamed for a ser- ies of raids in North Middlesex and Huron county on Sunday night was centred in. the London district on Monday night when the car belong- ing to J. L. McKnight was found on tnkerman street,; London, where it had apparently been abandoned by the robbers In all four places were entered here. At Falconer's coal office en- trance was gained through a window but the thieves gained very little for their trouble. Entry was also, made in N. W. Counter's poolroom where cash and a quantity of cigarette and smokers supplies were taken. Cash to theamount of $3 was stolen from Clifford, Proctor's machine shop where the double doors were forced to gain entry. Going then to Han- ley's garage the thieves forced open a door which had notbeen opened for a considerable time as it was not us- ed. Leonard McKnight's ear was standing in this section of the build- ing and facing out to the south end of the building ready for the robbers to step into. All hisbooks and a light coat were in the car, which was not locked, , The Gar used by the thieves in their travels to 'Clinton was found abandoned on one of the back streets here, and following telephone conver- sations by police, was found to have been stolen from a garage in 'St. Thomas. This car had been driven without e, windshield, it having been removed at the garage in St. Thomas. Apparently the gang responsible for the break-ins had mapped out a territory as similar happenings have occurred at Aylmer; Luean, Exeter, St.' Thomas and London. Engagement Announced Mr. and Mis. Tennant Drennan an- nounce the engagement of their youngest daughter, .Evelyn Marini to Edward B. Servton of Dungannon, eldest snofMr. and Mrs. Edward C. Scruton of Clinton the marriage to take place the end of April, Car Overturns Near i Clinton A car driven by Archie McKinnon, Zurich, and having as passengers Jack Clancy, Willard Aiken, Toni Cooke and Ronnie Peek of Clinton, making a left turn on the highway about half a mile east of Clinton caused a car driven by Fergus Mor- rison to take the Glitch in order to avoid a crash. The McKinnon car was making a left turn and Morrison did not notice the signal. In an 'effort to avoid crashing into the side of the machine the driver took the shoulder of the road and turned over in the ditch. Mrs. Canning, his sister-in-law, of Toronto, a passenger in the car, was thrown against the top receiving a severe shaking up. She was taken to the office of Dr. F. G. Thompson where the extent of her injuries could not be ascertained, but it is thought she did not suffer any injury of a serious nature. The upturned car was righted and proceeded on its way to Toronto after the accident had been investigated. PEOPLE YOU KNOW Miss Maty Reynolds of Windsor is visiting relatives in town. Miss Bernice Steep is spending a few days with friends in Harriston. Bliss Sylvia Greenwood of Toronto is the guest of Miss Evelyn Hail. Mr. Will Argent of Clifford is spend- ing g the Easter vacation with his sister, Mrs. O. Epps. hir, and Mrs. George MoLay spent the weekend with relatives in Rip- ley. Miss Helen Roberton, Detroit, spent the Easter holidays with her par- ents. Miss Sadie Draper, St. Catharines, is spending the holidays at her home here. Mrs. Gordon Hoy is spending the week with her mother, Mrs. Lila Steep. Mrs. Milton Cook, Sarnia, spent Eas- ter -With her :parents, Mr. and Mrs, John Schoenhals. Mr. Fred Hovey, of Queen's Univer- sity, Kingiston, is holidaying at his home in town. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin McAllister spent a few days last week with Mr, and Mrs. Robert McAllister, Goderieh, Mrs. M. E. McFadden of Cookstown is visiting week • this lGwith her ersis- ters, Misses Edith and Zemila Cor- nish. Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Zinn and fancily of Luchnow visited on Sunday last at the home of the lady's mother, Mrs. Geo. Holland. Mr. and Mrs, G. W. Pinner and Mr. and Mrs. Roland Pinner, of Toron- to, visited with Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Bartliff on Good Friday. Mrs. T. D. Johnson, Mr, J. L. John- son and daughter, Betty, of Chip- pewa, are spending the Easter holi- days with Mr. and Mrs. W. L. John- son. TUCKERSMIT[ The Tuckersmith Ladies' Club held their April meeting at the home of Mrs, Cecil Oke. Nine visitors were present, and twenty-one members ans- wered the roll call with "Helpful Housecleaning Hints,' The Secretary read letters of thanks for flowers re- ceived by two :members who have been ill, also a letter from a lady in Sas- katchewan to whom the club had sent much needed blankets and other ar- titles. After discussion of business matters, and community singing the following program was given: Read- ings of short poems on the timely subject of housecleaning, by Mrs. Oke and Mrs. Seliery; Solo, "Ten Pretty Girls', Miss F. Whitmore; Reading, "Housecleaning from a Man's Point of View", Mrs. F. Walters. If this article expressed the opinion' of tho male sex in general, then they aro surely in need of sympathy during the Spring upheaval. Reading, "House- cleaning your mind", by Mrs. F. Townsend, which showed that more than our houses may need a clearing out. Miss Saris Whitmore gave a demonstration of cushion snaking us- ing colored yarn. Meeting closed with the Homemaker's Prayer, after which some sewing was done. The club had on display a beautiful applique quilt of which Mrs, C. J. O'Brien was the lucky winner when tickets were drawn. The May :meeting will be held at the home of Mils. Newman Garrett, and the young lady members of the Club, with Miss Sara Whitmore) as convenor, will be in charge. The roll call is to be "Ten Questions on Cur rent Events", and each member: will be fined one cent for each question she is unable to answer, There will be no supper collection and the sup. HOLMLSVILLE Miss Beatrice Jervis of Toronto,•, was the guest of Mr, and Mrs. 0.: Rodges last week -end. Mr. Chester Grigg of Brampton spent the Easter holiday at the home. of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Reuben: Grigg. Mr. and Mrs. Moss and Master Billy of Dundas, were recent visitors with Mrs. S. Walter. Mr. and Mrs. N. C. Mair visited. with. Mr.' and Mrs. W. Penfound of: Summerhill on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs, Herbert Black and` little daughter, Patsy, were week -end visitors with the lady's parents, Rev: and Mrs. J. W. Herbert, Miss Helen MacMath of London, spent Sunday under the parental roof:, Mrs. Will Potter left on Friday to, visit with relatives in Lond'otr and: Hyde Park, returning with Mr: Pot-. Ler and Master Delmer who motored, to Hyde Park on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Scarlet, Miss Sather--. ine, Miss Betty and Master Teddy alit of Toronto, were the guests of Mr... and Mrs. E. A, Yeo for the Easter. - holiday. Miss Esther MacMath, teacher of` S. S. No. 8, Goderich Township school' is home for the Easter week. Miss Cora Trewartha, teacher froth Nipissing, Ont., is spending the Eas- ter vacation at the home of her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Trewartha. Mr. and Mrs. S. R. MacMath and family are this week moving their• residence to 40 East St, Goderich. Y. P. U. NOTES A large attendance was present at. the special Good Friday meeting pre- cared and conducted by Bili Herbert. After the opening hymn • and prayer, a beautiful vocal• trio wasrendered by Thelma and Reta Cudinore and: Gay Whitmore, with Charlotte Tre- wartha at theiano. The lesson, r Mark's version of the crucifixion, was read by Chariot& Trewartha. Ebner Trick then favoured the meet- ing with two lovely piano solos. A poen:, "Easter Lily," was read by Alma Trewartha. A second hymn was. sung after which Gordon and Lloyd Stook played two beautiful Easter hymns on their guitars. The speaker of the ,evening, Reverend Mr. Wylie, of Benmiller, was introduced. Choos- ing for his text the verse, "Father„ Into Thy Hands I Commend My Spi- rit", he delivered a very instructive: and inspiring address. Gordon and Lloyd again played. The meeting closed with the use of a hymn, and. the Mizpah Benediction. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whitmore and' son, Harold, of Hamilton, are this, week spending a few holidays with: the•fornter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Whitmore, and with other relatives. in the vicinity. Y Easter Services:—In a church pret- tily decorated with Easter lilies and other flowers a large congregation gathered on Sunday morning to lis- ten to the special service. A fine sermon was delivered by Rev. Mr. Herbert and three vocal numbers were contributed by the choir, name- ly: a solo, by Miss Wilhelmine Tre- wartha of Toronto; a duet by Mrs., Elmer Potter and Mr. Win. Lobb, and an anthem by the choir. During the service a christening• ceremony was also held, when the baptismal rites were given to two little girls, 1'la Marlene, daughter of- Mr. fMr. and Mrs. Edward Grigg, Jr., and Patricia Wynne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs'. Herbert Black, Toronto, and granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Her- bert. Sunday School Pageant:—The Sun- day School session wasrendered doubly attractive by a lovely pageant of the Easter story, prepared by Mr. A, Bond, superintendent, and Mrs; Bond, and presented by the children: of the younger classes. The chiidrere • sang the Easter` hymns, and a vocal duet was beautifully rendered by the Misses Thelma and Reta Cudmore. ' The drama was appreciated by all,. and credit is due those who partici- pated. per will be "Pot Luck", to which each one is asked to contribute something.' Members are asked to bring plants, and bulbs for the annual exchange. Mr. Frank Garrett is recuperating; from a recent operation at his par-. ental home. Mrs. Howard Crich arid Mrs. Gif- ford ifford Crick are, we are glad to say,, on the way to recovery from recent- illnesses. ecenkillnesses, , Misses Ethel and'1Vlargaret Cole of" Goderich Township, are visiting with: Mr. and Mrs, E. Crich. 112r. and Mrs, E. Johns .' and 'Miss: Betty and Mr. and Mrs. M. Lbbb vis- ited with. Mr. and Mrs.. T. Webster on Sunday last. • Mr. and Mrs. A. Townsend visited with Mr. and Mrs. F. Walters on Sum - day last. Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Lawrence vis- ited. with Mr. and Mrs. F Townsend this week. Seeding operations are in full swing in this community this weep: