Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1938-12-29, Page 1the News -Record Est. 1878 lintort With Which Incorporated The Clinton New Era The New Era Est. 185? NO. 5916.-59T11 YEAR CLINTON ONTA.R10, THURSDAY, DECEMBER, 29, 1938 We do nothing for nothing II BUT WE GUARANTEE YOU SATISFACTION IN OUR REPAIR —OR THERE IS NOTHING TO PAY That is the basis upon which we accept your work The basis on which we solicit all sorts of repair work— If it is "fixable" we can fix it and we will fix it. If it isn't we will tell you so, and there the matter mile. WHAT HAVE YOU THAT NEEDS OUR .41TEN1ION? W. H. HELLYAR Jeweler and Optometrist ' Residence Phone 174j • A Happy New Year To All Your January Shopping Will Cost Legs Because We are Having A Sale Watch Our Advertisements and Save " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " 1111.11.111111111. on•Sra•PONWMIN•11.1•11 inommonnow 011•01.001••••••••••••••=11=1110, NORMAN'S We wish to thanx Our. many Customers arid Friends for their 1113eral support to us during the Past Season and to wish Them all a most Happy and Prosperous New Year "Counter's for Finer Jewellery for over Half a Century in Huron County" The Farmers' Market Wheat 54c, Barley 42e. Oats 27c. Buckwheat 390. Cretan 23e, 22e. Eggs 27; 23; 21; 17e. Hogs $9.00. PERSONALS 1VIrs. Axon and Fred spent Christmas in Mitchell. , Miss Cluff is spending the week with Grimsby friends. • Mrs. W. Hovey and Weldon spent Christmas at Lucan. Mr. and Mrs. Egan, Napalm; spent Christmas -with Mrs. C. McKinnon. Mr. and Mrs. ;William Cowan spent the holiday with friends in Tor- onto. Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Fines, Joan and Bobby are holiday visitors in Kit- chener. Mrs. Lawson of Detroit was a holi- day visite): with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Dr. P. C. Geddes, New Liskeard, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. G. K. Counter. Miss Agnes Agnew, Toronto, was with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Agnew. Mr. john Torrance, Lethbridge, is visiting with his mother, Mrs. Sohn Torrance. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Shearer spent Christmas at the lady's home in Streetsville. Miss Margaret Durst is spending a few days this week at her home . in Wroxeter. Mr. Ken Roberton, London, AVtIS a holiday guest with Mr. and Mrs. George oRoberton. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Elliott, Toronto, were holiday visitors with Mr. and 'Mrs. William Elliott:. Mr. and Mrs. George McLay were holiday visitors in St. Marys, with Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster. Mr. A. MeDoug;a11 of Toronto was a holiday visitor with Rev. K. and Mrs, 1VIeGoun at the Rectory. Miss Ruth Thompson of London spent the holiday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Thompson. Mr. and Mrs. J. Chowen spent Sun- day in Londesboro with the lady's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm: Knox, Messrs. Fred and Ray Rumball of Montreal were visiting their mother • Mrs. C. Rumball for the Christmas holidays, Rev. Harold and Mrs. Snell of Ethel are guests this week of the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Plum - steel. Miss Violet Morrison and Miss Emily Morrison, Toronto were holiday guests with Mr. and Mrs. , E. W. Morrison. XT. and Mrs. R. E. Manning and Miss Helen spent Christmas in Tor- onto with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Manning. Mrs. Sara Rennie and Jerry of Hen - salt are visitors this -week, of the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. A.: E. Rumball. Miss Dorothy Holland, Toronto,* spent the holiday at the home of her par- ents Mr. and Dirs. , Noble Holland, • Huron Road, • Miss Zetta jacksoe, Philidelphia, and Mr. Spence Jackson, Toronto, were with their parents, Mr, and Mrs. • James Jackson. Mr. and Mrs. II. A. Stevens, Mat- ohewan, and Mr. and Mrs. G. W. • Pinner were with • Mrs. C. Ratliff for the weekend. Mr. John Cuninghame, Hamilton, is home for the Christmas holidays with his parents, •Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Cuninghame. Miss Marion Gibbings, Haliburton, and Mr. John Gibbings of St. Cath- arines visited their parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Gibbings. Miss Mary Watkins of Parente, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brant end -Beverly of Mount Forest spent the holiday . with Mrs. John Watkins. . Miss Sadie Ellicitt, London, and. Mr. Jim Elliott of the Parte x Company spent theholiday with. their. par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. David 'Elliott. Miss Isabel Biggart, of Toronto, and • Mr. Bruce Biggart of Haliburton, • were Christmas pleats with their , parents, M. and Mrs. Win! Biggart. Mr. and Mrs. Williara Bell, Betty and Billy of Detroit, and Mr. Stew- • sat cook, ;Toronto,. Were holiday guests of Mr, and Mrs. Cree Cook. kiss Delle O'Neil, Toronto; 'Miss Jessie O'Neil and IVIrs, C. Jones* London; and Mrs.' Margaret Ross, • Stratford, were holiday visitors with Miss W. O'Neil. ' Dr. and Mrs, Arthur Charles, Tor- onto, spent the Christmas holidays with Sheriff and Mrs. G. G. Mid- dleton, The visitors leave next week for Manchester, England, where the doctor will spend • si• x months in research work at Man- chester University. THE ,HOME PAPE G. H. ELLIOTT, MAYOR GIVEN SECOND ACCLAMATION • Twelve Nominated- for Councillors: • Lady. Member for School Board • . Said to be one of the best 'nomina- tion meetings held in •Clinton for some years, the meeting on Monday evening was well attended, A 'marked change in the nominations for School trustees is that this year a lady member was named for St.. George's Ward. C. W. Draper was nominated chairman by Mayor G. H. Elliott, and ably presided throughout the evening, handling his duties efficiently. For Maim G. II. Elliott, by F. Livermore and .N. W. Trewartha (acclamation), For Reeve N. W. Trewartha, by A. J. Tyndall and C. G. Middleton, Fred Livermore, by W. S. A. Holmes and B. glidd'on. • W. G. Cook, by W. S. R. Holmes and B. Glidden.. D. T. Churchill, by R. Webster and W. Vanderburgh, For Councillors M. J. Agnew, by 0. G. Middleton and A. F. Cudmore, J. W. Nediger, bet I. A. Sutter and G. E. Hall. W. M. Aiken, by M. J. Agnew and A. J. Tyndall. Frank Haines, by T Hawkins and Thos. E. Carter. N. W. Trewartha, by R. J. Miller and 0. W. Potter. S. T. McKnight, by 0. W. Potter and R. J. Miller. • Fred Livermore, by W. S. R. Holmes and 3. A. Sutter. K. G. Waters, by W. J. Nediger and G. T. Jenkins. • D. T, Churchill, by W. T. Hawldns and T. Leppington. W. G. Cook, by T. Morgan and J. Neilans. Ernest Adams, by W. M. Aiken and N. W. Trewartha. R. Webster, by W. J. Stewart and J. T. McKnight. School Trustees St. Andrews: G. E. Hall, by W. S. R. Holmes and A. F. Cudraore. St. James: W. M. Nediger, by W. J. Cook and C. Cooper. St., John's: G. Jenkins, by C. Drap- er and C. G. Middleton. St. George: Mrs. L. McKinnon, by W. G. Cook and M., J. Agnew; M. C. Jordan, by M. J. Agnew and T. Lep- pington; D. H. McInnes, by D. T. Churchill and T. Leppington; O. G. Lobb, by A. F. Cudmore and W. J. Cook. • Public Utilities W. T. Hawkins, by T. Leppington and S. Neilans. T. Churchill, by G. H. F,Jliott and W. M. Aiken. W. S. It. Holmes, by G. Jenkins and 3. W. Nediger. The first man to take the floor was Mayor G. H. Elliott who is to enjoy a second term as mayor, receiving the position last year by acclamation and being returned again this year. In opening his address he thanked the ratepayers for returning him for a second term by acclamation saying be had been in council work for 11 years and now entering his 12th. Dur - that time he had had only three con- tests—one for council and two for the reeveship. During hi term • of office he had served the town to the best' of his ability and would continue to do so as long as he remained a servant ofthe town. He congratulated all members of his council for the year 1938 and was loud in his praise fpr the co-operation received. • Mentioning some of the problems they had to contend with he felt the moving, of the bandstand to Library Park wee a move in the right direetion, providing more com- fort for those who listened • to the band concerts. He suggested that next year's council purchase addition- al benches and said that it made his blood tingle when he saw the band on parade as they had such a snappy appearance. Regarding the problem of repairing King Street which form- erl§ was a quagmire he said council had had advice from both County and Provincial engineers. Their advice had been followed, and although the expense was considerable, he felt it well worth the cost. Better aecomoda. tion for live stock exhibited at the Spring Fair was • another point brought up. Voicing his appreciation to Councillor Aiken for his work as Relief chairman; td the various fact- eries and live stock shippers, he par- ticularly inentioned the veteran D. Cantelon who has left thousands of dollars • in the • pockets of Huron County farmers and doubted if there was a man in the DOMiniCal Of Can- ada his age who could compare with , (continued on page 4) , RAGING BLIZZARD, • TIES UP TRAFFIC • Many a ChriStmasvisitor was late getting home due to the WOrSt snow- storm of the season which swept the district this week Starting on Mon day evening and centinuing unabated ell day Tuesday, a gale lashed the falling snow into a blinding 'blizzard Which halted 'traffic and disrupted, telephone and hydro lines. At least two deaths can be 'attributed to .the storm, that of two men in' London who died from heart failure brought on by over-exertion. Two serious fires, one at Kincard- ine and the other at Kinburn caused property damage during the height of the storm. At Kincardine on Tuesday night a three-storey building was bady damaged by fire said to have been caused by defective wiring. Apartments and a dentist's office on the upper floors were practically de- stroyed, and a inen's Wear store and restaurant in the lower flat also suf- fered heavily. ' Kinburn early Tuesday morning while residents were practically help- less as the blinding blizzards raged a frame house, wood -working shop and barn were destroyed. The fire started in the house from an over- heated chimney." The aged resident, William Hughill who lived there with his invalid brother escaped.No in- surance was carried on the buildings and everything wee destroyed with the exception of • some of the con- tents of the woodworking shop. Clinton citizens who depended up,on electricity for heat and fuel shivered all day Tuesday when a break east of Clinton deprived them of power un- til the evening. The knitting factories were forced to shut down all day, local 'bakers 'using hydro were help- less and the Bell Telephone staff worked overtime with hand ringing equipment to keep up with the rush of calls until power was again avail- able. The same situation existed in all nearby centres where practically every- business, industry, and house- holder Onaffered some hardship due to the lack of electricity. Meanwhile all motor traffic was halted and the hydro repair gang. were forced to re- sort to sleighs in getting to the places where the broken lines were located. Latest reports last night revealed that all roads were open, but the going heavy. • The necessity of installing an aux- iliary plant in Clinton to take care of such emergencies was forcibly brought home by this storm. It has been half-heartedly meeted in Clin- ton before, but the past two days has made the necessity of this very evident. This is a matter that should receive the careful attention of the local Public Utilities Commission. It has been brought home all too for- cibly how dependent we are upon out- side power with no provision made for an emergency such as existed this week. Storni Makes Your • Paper Late Due to Monday being a holiday and no hydro on Tuesday, many of our readers will receive their paper late this week All day Tuesday our presses stood idle while we waited helplessly. With two days work to catch up on we found it impossible to get to press at the usual dine. This is a circuinstance over whidi we had no control and no one is to, blame except the weatherman. • Little Locals The Hospital Aid Association -will meet next Tuesday evening, January 3rd at 7.30 in the Board Room. • • At the nominations held hi Blyth this week, Mr. Kenneth 'Whitmore was nominated as a member of the School Board. • Due to the severity of the storm on Monday evening the Masonic Lodge cancelled their meeting. This was St. John's Night. • Owing to Monday being a holiday, the regular meeting of Minnie Re- bekah Ledge will be held Wednesday evening, January 4th. The Hospital Aid Association dance which was to have been held last, night has been postponed until a later date. The Young Men's Bible Class will not meet in the Parish Hall on Sun- day, the meeting having been cancel- led for this week. Regular meetings will resume on January 8th. There will be no municipal election •in Seaforth this year, all offices hav- ing been filled By. acclamation. J. 3. Chaff is mayor and the reeve is J. H. Scott, The Wearwell Hosiely Company • Graph:wives held their annual Christ- mas Party in Legion Hall last Friday evening. The CKNX Hillbillies sup- plied the music for the dancing. Disappearance Causes Concern • Harry Fremlin, elderly Clinton man has been. missing from his home since Tuesday and • his disappearance Is causing relatives and friends much concern. It was at first thought that, Mr. Fremlin might be visiting relatives in Auburn, but telephone communica- tions revealed that he had not been seen there. Another theory advanced, and probably the most likely one, is that he had suffmed a weak spell after attending to a number of furn- aces left in his charge while Clinton residents were away for Christmas, It is thought he may have felt the effects of coal gas and gone for a walk and then weakened in battling against the storm. Yesterday a search party was or. ganized and every place where he might possibly be was searched with- out avail. The searchers were hamp- ered in their work by the heavy fall of snow but stayed on the job until evening. The search will be continued again today. • Among the Churches • St. Paul's Church The annual meeting of the Ladies Guild will be held in the Memorial Hall on 'Tuesday afternoon, January 3rd at three o'clock. Wesley -Willis Church ' The Women's Association will meet on January 4th• at the usual hour. A full attendance is requested for the election of officers. Baptist Church Service will be held at 7.00 o'clock in the Clinton Baptist Church next Sunday. A supply will be present from Toronto. Sunday school,will be held as usual at 2,30 in the afternoon. Wesley -Willis Chutch New Year's Day will be marked by special music and messages at both services of worship. 1 Morning: "Communion with God" Evening: "The Spirit of Jesus". Watchnight service December 31st beginnIng at 11 p.m. Ontario Street 'United Church 11 aan. 1938—A momentous year, 1939 What? "Days Should Speak"; A challenged World—What has the year meant to us? '7 p.m. First Sunday Eve, The first- day day of the New Year. The Open Door—The new beginning, The Open Door says Britain and America. The closed door says Japan. "Behold I stand at the door and knock" says Christ. • A Happy New Year to All. Monday: Universal Week of Prayer at Ontario street United Church, Rev. K. 1VIcGoun, B.A. Young People are asked to come in latge numbers. Will help to lead the service. The regular meeting of the Wom- en's Association will be held in the Lecture Room on Tuesday afternoon January 3rd at 2.30 p.m. Reports ef the year's work will be givesi and. a social hour will be held at the close with the ladies of the 2nd conces- sion and the Gravel Road in charge. • C. A. Worrell Leaving Mr. 0, A. Worrell, International Harvester Company representative here for the past five years, has re- ceived notice of transfer to the Lon- don branch. The change is effective zranuary 1st. The transfer comes in the form of a well deserved promotion. Mr. Wor- rell has been a, faithful and active representative of the • company for eighteen yea*. Three years were spent in Stratford and eight in Re- gina, Saskatchewan, • and Hamilton and London. During the past five years as representative here he has been popular with district farmers and his efforts have been recognized by the company who have promoted him to an important. position. His official title will be Sales Promotion Manager, a newly created position patterned after a method the TJ. S. division of the company introduced last year and found very successful. • The position is in line with Mr. Worrell's ability. • During his stay in Clinton he 'has been especially active in• promotion and advertising work for the Lions Club and has always beeit ready to lend a hand in any department. His lusty voice will be missed around the banquet board where he was usually the leader in the sing -songs. •' While it is regreted that Mr. Wor- rell's promotion takes him from Clinton, he is receiving- congratula- tions from the many' friends made during his residence here who wish him success in the new field. It is reported that Mr.\ A.. 3. Me- 1VIurray of Harriston, well known in this community as he was formerly connected with the company here, will take Mr. Warren place, Acclamation for N. W. Trewartha TEN RUNNING FOlt • COUNCILLORS N. W. Trewartha rethived an aae- donation as reeve on TeesdaY nsgbt the other three nominated allowing: him the field and signing up, theme . selves for councillors. T. Churc'iilL also received an acclamation as•P.IL. C. Commitrtioner and .all memberr,. of the .sehool hoard were returned by acclamation, Mrs. L. McKinnon, the lady member, taking the place of the late Major Firth for a one year term.. Ten are seeking seats on the mune, oil, all members of the 19224 conneill and Reeve Livermore i s steprsine- down and seeking election as- coun- cillor. There are also five new men, - M. J. Agnew, Prank Haines, K. G..„ Waters, D. T. Churchill and R. Web-- ster. The latter was nominated last ; year, but did not stand for election. - M. J. Agnew and D. T. Churchill. were candidates last year and polIedg' a representative vote. Mr. Agnew- • has come out with soine strong argn-, meats this term, and having refuthcr detrimental propoganda circulated.' last year, should poll a good vote. The ratepayers have a good selec- tion to choose from and only six of ' the ten can be elected. This is a point that voters should keep in mind. If more than six crosses appear orr the ballot it is thrown out. Use your franchise and choose carefully. Telephone Carries • Christmas Messages The joyful voices of local citizens' were heard in many parts of the - continent • on Christmas Day. The, /limber of telephone greetings which were exchanged from Clinton to out of town friends and relatives' durina. the Ypletide Were fairly evenly divid- ed between. December 25 and 26th. The total of 99 long distance calls, were filed on Christmas Day and 79, on .December 26th making a total; of 178, an increase of 48 calls over. Christmas Day a year ago when 130. connections were made. The traffic on the Saturday before, the holiday was heavy all day, partic-, tillthly so after 7 o'clock Christmas Eve. Saturday was practically tha. same as a year ago. The longest voices of all established to carry Christmas greeting from Clinton was that 'which joined local tereplione users to Regina, Sask., and Rockville,. Maryland. MAYOR GEORGE H. ELLIOTT Elected by acclamation for the sec- ond term as Mayor of Clinton. He. has been in council work continuously for eleven years and during that time has only been contested three times,. twice for the reeveship and once fete councillor. REEVE N. W. TREWARTHA_ Althought four were nominate& fox bus position of reeve, N. W. Prewar- tha was acceded the right to relate - sent Clinton by those nominated. He has had much experience in municipal , work and was chairman of the Finfr- arice committee of the 1988 comma