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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1938-05-12, Page 1the News -Record) Est. 1878 NO. 5883 -59TH YEAR With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New Era Tho New Era Est, 1860 CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 12, 1938 For Graduation and Other Occasions You will find suitable presentation goods of merit at lleilyar's Jewelery Store1 See our stock of appropriate, pleasing and durable articles. Suggestions for gifts for all occasions. NEW UP-T.O-DATE GOODS OF QUALITY. Our store will be closed Wednesday afternoons for the sum- mer months, commencing May 4th. W. H., HELLYAR Jeweler and Optician. • Residence Phone 174j. 1 GOOD NEWS Double Q uantit GoodWill Coupons On All Cash Purchases Starting Today, Thursday Noon, Until Saturday Night, May 14th Only. NEW LOW PRICES To Clear The Balance Of Our Spring Stock Of Coats And Suits. IIZWIN'S " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPB" Clinton. Pupils At Musical Festival Clinton pupils did exceptionally well at the musical festival for South Huron public school pupils held in Exeter last week -end. A total, at- tendance of more than 3,000 is re- ported at the four sessibns held, Ad- judicator E. W. G. Quantz, of Lon- don, commented favorably upon the quality of the work. In the classes for choirs Clinton pupils won two firsts, tied with Exe- ter for another first, and captured a third prize. In the solo and duet classes for boys and girls, our pupils led the field in practically every class. A total of thirty-four prizes were awarded Clinton pupils. Officials To Discuss Better Weed Control Here Members of Municipal councils, road officials, weed inspectors and all_ interested fanners are invited to attend a meeting in the Ontario De- partment of Agriculture office,. Clin- ton, Wednesday, May 18th, at 10 a. m. todiscuss ways and means of best battling the weed menace in Ontario which last year cost farmers of this Province at least $18,000,000. The Ontario Department of Agriculture proposes to make a concentrated drive on weeds this year and will perfect organization in. this and ev- ery county, in an effort to materially lessen these terrific losses. Officials of the Crops, Seeds and Weeds Branch, Ontario Department of Agriculture, will explain the pro- visions of the Weed- Control Act and point out the duties of weed inspect- ors. Noxious weeds .and their control will receive special attention, as will eradication of Weeds by chemicals. Officials are anxious to have every farmer possible attend this meeting and are issuing a special invitation to every farmer in this county to be present. , Bandstand Location . Decided • Members of council met one even- ing last week to pass their final }judgment on the location of the band- stand in Library: Park. It is planned to move the stand back toward the library a few feet and out to Ratten- bury street as much as possible. After -being moved to the place decided upon the stand will be lower- ed somewhat' and cement blocks placed around the base: With the loan of benches from the Collegiate this arrangement should prove at- tractive to the public. The band have promised a different class of music for this season, which includes sev- eral new items, all of which pointe to a satisfactory concert season this Public School Board Meets The regular meeting of the Board was held on Thursday evening, all members being present. Following the reading andadoption of the min- utes of the previous meeting the fol- lowing accounts were presented for payment: W. T. Hawkins ....$9.40 W. M. Aiken 2}45 P. U. C 4.06 News -Record . 1.25 17.16 Cook -Hall: Mored that the ac- counts be paid. -Carried. Firth -Jenkins: That the next reg- ular meeting be held on May 31st. Carried. The principal's report was read and adopted. Cook-Nediger moved that Mr. W. Draper be allowed to spend up,ta $10 for athletic supplies dur- ing the year. Carried. Firth-Nediger: That the proper- ty committee have the,. flower beds on the school grounds fixed up. -Car - tied. The meeting then adjourned. Baseball Season Opens May 24 The formation of a new baseball league, namely the Huron and Perth League, promises an outstanding year for baseball in this locality. The clubs represented in this group are North -Clinton, Goderich, Mitchell, Blyth, Hensall and Zurich, South- Lucan, Crediton; Ailsa Craig, Cent- ralia and Lieuy. The winners of the two groups will •play off for the Cup in the Huron -Perth League and the winner will caa.•xy on in the playdowns of the O.B.A. Officers of the local club are: Hon, Presidents, Col. IL T. Rance and Col. H. B. Combe; president, Dr. J. W. Shaw; vice-presidents, A. Garen, H. C. Lawson; sec.-treas., J. L. Me- Knight; executive, Messrs, Earl Ful- ford, Norman Livermore, B. Taylor, J. R. Butler; manager, Thos. Church- ill The first game here will be on May 24th, when the boys will meet the Hensall team which is reported to be one of the best entered in the league. The full schedule of games is as fol- lows: May 24-Goderich at Mitchell. May 24 -Zurich at Blyth. May 24-Hensall at. Clinton. May 27 -Clinton at Goderich. May 27 -Mitchell at Zurich. May 30-Goderich at B;ensalI. May 31 -Blyth at Clinton. June 1-Hensall at Mitchell. June 2 -Zurich at Goderich. June 3 -Clinton at Blyth. June. 6 -Zurich at Mitchell. June 6 -Clinton at Hensall. June 7 -Blyth at Goderich. June 9-Hensall at Zurich. June 10 -Mitchell at Blyth. June 10-Goderich at Clinton. June 13 -Zurich at Hensall. June 14 -Mitchell at Goderich. June 15-Hensall at Blyth. June 16 -Clinton at Zurich. June 20 -Clinton at Mitchell. June 20-Hensall at Goderich. June 24-Goderich at Blyth. June 24 -Mitchell at Hensel]. June 27 -Zurich at Clinton. June 29 -Blyth at Mitchell. July 4 -Mitchell at 'Clinton. July 4 -Blyth at Zuich. July 7-Goderich at Zurich. July 8 -Blyth at Hensall. Southern Group Football Schedule Now that the final grouping in the Huron Football League has been completed, practices are under way for the first tilt here on May 23rd. In this game the boys will meet the Walton team. The first game away places them up against Seaforth, the semi-finalists of last year, and in the second home game the opposition will be one of the toughest kind as the boys will be called upon to take the cup winners of last year, St. Colum - ban. Home games are as follows: Wal- ton, May 23; St. Columban, June 10; Winthrop, June 23; Seaforth, June 28. Games, away, Seaforth, June 2; Walton, June 13; St. Columban, June 17; Winthrop, June 30. Other teams and games in the Southern group are: ' Winthrop at St. Columban, May 20; Seaforth at, St. Columban, May 26; Winthrop at Walton, May 81; St. Columban at Winthrop, June 6; Seaforth at Walton, June 9; Win- throp at Seaforth,. June 14; Walton at Winthrop, June 17; St. Columban at Walton, June 20; Walton at Sea - forth, June 24; Walton at St. Colum - ban, June 27; Seaforth at Winthrop, July 4. Collegiate Board Meets Themonthly meeting of the Board. of Trustees of Clinton' Collegiate In- stitute met on Tuesday evening of this week, Colonel H. T. Rance in the chair.. Among the many items of business. transacted was the passing of the following accounts: D. Gestetner $275.00 W.'IL Cowan ',,. 45.70 L. J. Brown ............80 Clinton News -Record 12.50 W. D. Fair & Co.: 11.40 D. A. Kay. . 94.60 Bell Telephone 2.75 An electric sewing machine was purchased for the Household Econom- ics room, and ten new Work benches will be purchased for the Manual Training room. In addition to these articles the full equipment will soon be installed in the new rooms. The benches which had been used for seats at the collegiate, and which at present are not needed, will be offered to the town for seating aceomodation at the park. THE TOME PAPER The Farmers' Market Wheat, 85c. Oats, 43e to 45c. Barley, 55e. Buckwheat, 50e. Eggs, 19c, 17c, 15e, 14c. Cream, 31e, 29c. Live Hogs, $9.75. Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Fenwick Stewart an- nounce the engagement of their only daughter, Mary •Elizabeth, to Mr. Frederick Gordon Smith, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Smith, Newcastle, England, the marriage to take place early in June. Little Locals The Hospital Tag Day will be ob- served here on Saturday next, May 14th. The Young Men's Interdenomina- tional Bible class has been discontinu- ed until fall. Mr. Albert Palmer has received word from Sheffield, England, thatt his father, Mr. Joseph H. Palmer, is seriously ill. Winners of eongoleum rugs this week were, Mr. Howard Crich, Tuck- ersmith; Mrs. Nonan -Manning, and Mr. Wm. D. Carter, Clinton. Extensive renovating work is tak- ing place at the creamery this week. A new cement floor has been put down, and modern equipment will be installed as speedily aS possible. Churning for the present is being done at Centralia. Mrs. David. Steep has a number of leghorn hens which have the habit of laying large eggs regularly. One brought into the office as a sample last week weighed almost four ounces. Among the Churches Wesley -Willis United Church Morning: "An Absolute Certainty." Evening: "The Three Parables of the Lost." St. Paul's. Church Rev. K. McGoun will conduct the services on Sunday at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., having recovered from his re- cent illness. Ontario Street United Church 11.00. a.m. "The Challenge of a Choice." 2:30 p.m. Sunday School. 7.00 p.m. "The Young Men Arose." Monday, 8 p.m. Young People's Un- ion. Citizenship dept. in charge. The W.M.S. held a splendid meet- ing in the Lecture room of the church, with Mrs. Wiltse, the presi- dent, in the chair. Mrs. Burton con- ducted the devotional period and also gave the topic "World Peace", as- sisted by Mrs, Wiltse, Mrs. B. J. Gib- bings, Mrs. George Shipley, Mrs. R. Pearson,Mrs. Lockhart and Mrs. Beaton. Very interesting reports of the Presbyterial held in Exeter were given by the delegates, Mrs. Wiltse and Mrs. Peck. A suitable vote of thanks was extendedjo the delegates for their splendid reports by Mrs. Shipley and Mrs. W. J. Stephens. The meeting was closed with prayer by Mrs. Hiles. Masonic Lodge Ladies' Night On Friday evening an enjoyable social evening was spent in the Le- gion, Hall when the local Masonic Lodge members entertained their wives in observing the annual Ladies' Night. The guests were welcomed by W.M. F. B. Pennebaker and I.P.M. E. Paterson. After an hour or more spent at progressive euchre a musical pro- gram was enjoyed with the following artists contributing high class num- bers: Male quartette, Dr. Smillie; W. 0, Goodwin, Rev. W. Young, W. A. McLaren, Hensall; cornet solo, M. J. Agnew; solo, Mrs. W. A. McLaren; piano sale, Mrs. E. •Wendorf; mixed quartette, Mrs. McLaren, Mrs. Young Rev. W. Young, Mx, McLaren; solo, Dr. Smillie; character sketches, Mrs. G. MacLay; solo, Mrs. W. A. Oakes; duet, Dr. Smillie, -, Rev. W. Young. Accompanists were . Miss E. Fisher and Mrs. J. Murdock, Hensall, Mrs. M. Agnew and Mrs. E. Wended, Clin- ton. Prize awards for the card hon were keenly' contested, Mrs, honors Ger- man and Mrs. C. H. V Venner were tied for ladies first, Mrs. Vetoer losing out in the cut for the award. Five were tied for the men's prize, R. J. Draper, G. M. Elliott, 0. L Paisley, H. W. Gould and J. Murdock, Mr, Draper held high card in the draw for the prize. Hon. P. M. Dewan, Guest Speaker at Banquet Approximately one hundred farm- farming more remunerative to the ersand business men attended the farmer. • open meeting of the Lions Club on "Looking, at conditions from an es.. Monday evening when Holt, P. M. ononic standpoint we mist admit Dewan, Ontario Minister ,of Agricul- ture was guest speaker. While histhat the itlc for the farmer is better. Whileile may be not as good remarks 'were of a general nature, several worthwhile suggestions were perhaps as we would like, there is brought out • in . his discussion of the tno o doubt but that the outlook is bet - problems facing the farmer of today. ter. It is 'natural that we will have The banquet festivities were inter- setbacks of this nature, anal it is also spersed by community singing, cornet' that farmers did go through solos by Mr. Morgan Agnew, guar several years when it was -difficult. tette selection by the Lions quartette to stay on the land. The situation composed of J. Zapfe, L. J. McKnight,phowever, must be )eked at in an un - F. Ford and A. Garen, and an amus - years. y and over a period of years. During the depression years ing hospital operation scene in ail- repairs had to be foregone, implement houette' by other members of the prices increased, but with the poss- club. ible exception of beef farmers, farm, Before turning the meeting over to ing Inst year was fairly profitable." the speaker, the chairman called onhe said as he led up to his point that Warden Wilmot Heacice and Reeve the farmer must ]ay away in good times to prepare for the lean years which are occurring in cycles of greater. frequency. "The farmers and laboring men are the best spenders," he went on to say as he enlarged an this, "and readiness with which the invitation to possibly spend too freely during the speak here had been accepted. prosperous times. Such a policy is "I must agree that I accepted the not wrong, providing "the pay as you invitation to speak here quite read go" poliey is adopted. The trouble is ily," said the speaker. "I like to that the fanner has been faced with speak to service clubs of this nature, and appreciate the invitation to be here. I also would like to thank the warden and reeve for their kind re- marks, and also Mr. McGoun for his introduction. I am glad too that the Lions Club have extended an invita- tion to the farmers to be present. There is nothing finer than seeking to establish a better understanding between urban and rural people. In the past this line of distinction has been all too wide, but the line of de- marcation has been largely obliterat- ed." He went on to say that he found it difficult to speak to so many meet- ings and find something different to say for each one. When he became Minister of Agriculture he' felt that he should have some definite objec- tive for both himself and his depart- ment to aim at. One aim is to make Livermore. Both spoke briefly and expressed their appreciation of hav- ing the opportunity of meeting Mr. Dewan. Rev. K. McGouu introduced the speaker, mentioning that he had known him for a number of years, and voiced his appreciation of the Has Not Sod Business A rumour has been freely circulat- ed this week that Mn, George Jenkins had sold his builders supply busi- ness. Just how the rumour started has not been determined, but Mr. Jenkins reports that he has received no offer, nor offered the business for sale, but if anyone comes along with lots of money he says that he might consider it. Appointed Chairman Of Presbytery Charles D. Cox, a former resident of Porters Hill, now stationed at Sprucedale, was recently appoinfed chairman of the Presbytery in his district. Mr. Cox' conducted the anni- versary services at Porters Hill Last fail, and his many friends will be glad to learn of his appointment to this important position. A ;Sister Passes • Word has been received of the death of Mrs. Wm. Bubolz, which oc- cur'red at heir home in Saskatoon, Sask., on May 4th; The deceased was formerly Elizabeth Jane Wise, daugh- ter of the late John Wise and Re- becca Kingston, and was born on the Huron Road, Tuekersmith, seventy- nine years ago. Mrs. Bubolz was married to Wm. Bubolz, of Egmondville, fifty years. ago, who with their sons, predeceased her several years. Mrs. Bubolz was. a sister of J. K. Wise and Mrs. Wm. - Shipley, of town. articles, purchased during the good years, with low price produce. The higher standard of living adopted by the farming populace with all the modern conveniences demand- ed is another drain on the farmers resources, Hydro and cars are a drain on the farmer's resources, but he is entitled to these comforts, pro- viding he will practice greater effi- ciency to pay for them. What can the government do to assist us is a question frequently asked. It is strange, but true, that farmers can do more to solve their problem than any government can. "You must work collectively; you are well organized as producers and growers of live stock, but poor Mar- keters," he stated in stressing the point that more attention mast be paid to packing and distributing. This is one problem that the depart- ment has to face. If the farmers could so organize to market goods advan- tageously it would prevent the gov- ernment having to regulate selling, but adult education Inas to precede organization, and here in Ontario. there is great need for impetus of such a movement. It is the hope of his department to give more assist- ance to cooperative organization and marketing of farm produce. To give weight to his argument for cooperation he quoted Denmark as an example of what can be accomp- lished. There the progress in agri- culture has been accomplished by ed- ucation, but the cooperation is prompted more by a spirit of patriot- ism and loyalty to the country. In Nova Scotia too the cooperative plan has been an outstanding success, and we can learn a lesson from our neigh- bours. Especially in the field of ap- ple and potato marketing the Ontario farmer is lax, and the government has been forced to step in. Packing, distributing and marketing is one' of the problems the department has to face and certain legislation has been necessary. The Produce Marketing Act and other regulations o the sta- tute books will be enforced regarding marketing: Speaking briefly on the research and experimental work he reported that almost two and - a half million dollars is being expended in agricul- tural services. During the depression years it was found necessary to cur- tail these expenditures. The extension work is necessary but it must be car- ried to the farm to be of real value: The aim of the expenditure is to ben- efit those on the land. If this amount arm Clubs could be divided up among the 192,- Organizing F000 farmers in the province each one Mr. San McLeod is attending an or- would receive approximately, $11, ganization meeting m Lueknow to- whereas they receive far more night when a calf club will be form- through the services of the extension ed. A similar meeting will, be held in department indirectly through the ag Wingham tomorrow night. These, are ricultural zepresentative, the only clubs of this nature in the "I have a picot respect for agri- county. cultural representatives, and you Something new in the way of farm have one `of the best," he. said.: We clubs in Huron will be formed next 'hope to give more assistance to our. Thursday night when a Turkey Club trepiesentatives,' the stated as he en - will be organized in Colborne. larged on the point that the represen On Tuesday our representative was.ltative is the key man of the county, in the Zurich district and it is ex- pected.that soave twenty-five farmers Suitable votes of 'appreciation were extended to thesA'ea k t theL' 'will be banded together in a cow test- I er, o pons ing organization. Farmers weigh and and the ladies by various. persons. pre - g sent take samples of milk three trines a month and the, samples atested tes` ed.for I . The next club meetin • '1 g Wi 1 be held butterfat content: At the end of the�on May 19th, to appoint a zone rep- month total pounds of, milk and but- resentative, All clubs in the zone terfat production is estimated, have been invited. HOLMLSVILLE Mrs. Atkinson, of Vancouver, B.C., 's visiting with her sister, Mrs, J. Huller. Miss Logan, of Hensall, visited ov- er the weeletelnd with Mrs. Eldrid Yeo. Mr. Robert McCartney returned on Saturday afternoon from. Ottawa. Mrs. Ezra Pickard is visiting her sister, Mrs. Hopkins. Mr. and Mrs. Draper, of Detroit, were week -end guests with the lat- ter's mother, Mrs. Wm. Mulholland. Mrs. S. Walter was pleasantly sur. prised on Tuesday evening when her son, Errol, of Regina, arrived home for a visit, after an absence of ten years. Hawesville X.P.U. Last Friday evening the Y.P.U. meeting was in charge of Olive Mair. After the opening hymn and prayer, Harold Yea read the Scripture les- son, Olive Mair read a splendid topic on "The Place of the Bible in the Modern Home". Charlotte Trewartha. favoured the meeting with a lovely piano solo. A. temperance tnperanee reading concerning the "Force of Habit" was given by Alma Trewartha. The meet- ing was brought to a close by the use of another hymn and the Mizpah Benediction. The monthly meeting of the W.M. S. and W. A. of Holmesville United Church met Tuesday afternoon at the home of Miss Acheson, Mrs. E. Pot- ter was in charge of the. meeting. Af- ter the, opening hymn and prayer, Mrs. Potter read the lesson. The temperance discussion was led by Mrs. S. Walters and the Christian Stewardship by Mrs. Yeo. The re- port of the Exeter convention was given by Mrs. E. J. Trewartha. Miss Olive Mair favoured the meeting with a lovely piano instrumental. Miss Charlotte Trewartha gave a very in- teresting reading on the "Witch Doc- tor". A beautifu 1 vocal solo was rendered by Mrs. E. Trewartha. Af- ter the closing hymn a bountiful lunch was served by the hostesses, Mrs. E. Potter and Mrs. J. Potter. GODERICH TOWNSHIP Presentation. 1 On Friday evening, May 6th, the home of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Far- quhar was the scene of a happy oc- casion when friends and neighbours gathered there to extend good wishes and congratulations to the bride and groom. During the evening an address was read by Mrs. Walter Forbes and a beautiful hall mirror and table was presented on behalf of the neighbor- hood by MVlrs.,Leslie Pearson and Mrs. Morgan Jones to the young couple.. Mr. Farquhar made a fitting reply. The evening was spent in music, singing and social intercourse, and a dainty lunch was served by the ladies. Mrs. Fred Middleton spent a few days last week with her cousin, Miss Kathleen ' McNaughton, in London. They also attended the W. A. Annual held in Windsor May 3-5. Mrs. R. H. Gardiner, Miss McNaughton and Mrs; Middleton were the guests of Rev. and Mrs. Paull during their stay in Windsor. Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Stephenson spent Friday in London: Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Stephenson, of Stanley, spent Wednesday with the former's cousin, Mr, A. B. Stephen- son. Mr. Alec MclCay spent a few days last week with his cousins, Gordon, and Edgar Rathwell, 7th con, Mr. and Mrs. John Ostrom and children, of Stanley, sent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. B. Rathwell. Council :met in Halmesville on May 2. Mrs. Salkeld drew attention to the road to Blue Water Beach; this will be looked after when the council makes its annual inspection. Mr. W. R. Lobb and Mr. John Snell both had damage claims to their cars. Councillor Jervis was dele- gated toappear before the insurance company adjusters,' the Township be - Mg insured against such. A resolution was passed unani- mously that we do not favor County Councils being abolished, the cleric to forward it to the county clerk, Accounts paid: - Signal Star, minting . . $1.20 Town of Clinton,' relief acrcount paid for former resident of our township $41.78 A. D. McCartney, relief acct. $3,15 M. C. Jordan, relief acct. .. $10.18' F. H. Jenner, relief acct. . • .. $520 C. G. Lobb, relief acct. $10.60 Howard Sturdy, balance for collection of arrears , . $81.42 Supt. pay voucher No. 4 ... , $31.22. Council then adjourned to meet on Thursday, May 26, for Court of Re' vision and general business. R. ;G, g7rompson, Clerk.