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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1939-05-25, Page 1The News -Record Eat. 1878 With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New Era M.Vga���v The New EraEsti 180 NO. 5937. -59TH YEAR CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 25, 1939 FOR GRADUATION or ANY SPECIAL OCCASION • We have a largestock to select from, consisting of Newest designs in both Diamond and Signet Rings, Dependable Watches; Fancy Clocks, and Brush and Comb Sets: - CALL AND INSPECT OUR STOCK — For 25c we have very good Souvenir Spoons to commemorate the visit of Their Royal Highnesses King George and Queen Elizabeth. Be sure you get one: of these spoons. — EXPERT REPAIRING OF WATCHES OUR SPECIALTY — In many cases you can get your watch same day as received by us. W. I. HFLLYAR Jeweler and Optometrist . Residence Phone 174j WHITE LINGERIE FOR WARM WEATHER WEAR At Prices Which are Most Attractive White Satin Tailored Slips with Neat Embroidery Trim. 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'Complete in tarnish -proof chest for $34;50 • The service consists of:-- 8 TEASPOONS, 8 DESSERT SPOONS, 8 FORKS,' 8 STAINLESS KNIVES, 1 SUGAR SCOOP and 1 BUTTER KNIFE. The, spoons and forks all have a silver mound to protect the. point of greatest wear. ,In addition to the above we are showing two other lovely chests of cheaper quality silverware but ' at amazingly low prices that you will not want to miss if you have been want- ing a complete service of silver. CHEST No. 1 -34 -Piece ',Sylvia, Service for 8 with ,x. Stainless Knives. Complete in chest for $9 CHEiST No. 2 -72 -Piece Chateau,Service for 8 with Stainless Knives. Complte in beautiful chest for $19.75 NORMAN'S "Counter's for Finer Jewellery for over Half a Century in Huron County" THE IIOME PAPER The Farmers' Market Wheat 57c. Oats 32e. Barley 47c. Cream 22c, 21e. Eggs 17c, 14e, 13c, 12c, Hogs $8.25 Clinton Wins Both Opening Baseball Games . t To celebrate the 24th, both Clinton teams won the opening baseball games of the season. In the morn- ing the ' Intermediates were up against. what is considered to be the best team in the league, Hensall, and came through with flying colours, winning 10-7. Stock and Draper shared pitch- ing honours and the infield was strengthened by bringing, in J. Haw- kins and G. Monteith who starred on last year's Juvenile team. These two lads deserve credit for the way they measured up, doing well both at bat and in fielding duties. Gibbs is this year doing the catching with C'ol- quhoun .filling Wagg's place in left field. The game was a hard fought one all the way and stood 7-6 at the end of the eighth. Clinton added an- other three rune in the final innings to put the game on ice. In the afternoon the Juveniles stacked up well against the Hensel) Juveniles, the game ending in Olin- ton's favour 15-12. This game too wasa heavy hitting affair and the locals came though with, flying col- ours. From these two games it ap- pears that Clinton will be showing the fans a .good .brand of baseball this year 'and they deserve support. Birthday Celebrated A. very enjoyable time was spent at the home of Mrs. E. A. Kennedy, Ontario street Friday afternoon, May 19th., when a goodly number of ladies assembled to celebrate the birthday of Mrs. Alice Gooier who resides there. Mrs. Wm. Shipley who provid- ed the birthday cake, lighted with candles, assisted Mrs. Kennedy and a dainty lunch was served. Floral tributes, fruit and other useful gifts were gratefully received, also con- gratulations and good wishes for many happy returns of the day. Thieves Again Busy Here Two local business places were en- tered on Monday night, one of them in almost broad daylight. In each case it appears to be the work of the same gang or person, interested only in obtaining money as nothing else was missing. The first visit was at Beattie•s Furniture store and occurred' between the hours of eight and ten o'clock in the evening. Mr. Beattie had been in the store shortly after eight and on his return from band practice noticed one of the rear doors ajar. Investigation revealed that someone had been busy as the cash box on the desk had been broken open and the contents removed, The next place entered was Cud- more's Shell Service Station. Entry there, was made at a back entrance and a sun of money stolen. The `changer' containing a substantial sum in silver was anmoIested and chocolate bars and tobaccawere also untouched. In the latter case the station had been looked. up for less than an hour when the robbery was discovered. Local police were notified and are working with Constable Me - Coy in an effort to apprehend the thieves. Judging Competition Next Week The Huron County Livestock Judg- ing Competition is being held in the Clinton district ' on Saturday, June and. This annual event its open to farmer's sons 26 years of age and under. Two classes of the following types of livestock will be judged. Heavy horses, beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep and swine. Oral reasons will be taken by the following of- ficials:" S. B. Stothers, Agricultural Representative, Wellington County; T. S. Cooper, Agricultural. Represent- ative, Grey County; Bruce Beer,.As- st. Agricultural Representative, Grey County; R. E. White, Agricultural Representative, `Perth County; A. H. Martin, Ontario Department of Ag- rieuiture, Toronto. The prize money has been donated by the Huron County Council and is divided into sections as follows.. Section 1 — Beginners, Those, who have never judged before. Section 2 — Seniors, Experienced young men. Section' 3 Members of the 1939 Junior Clubs in Huron. Section 4 — Members of the Short Courses in Agriculture held at Dash- wood and Woodham. The competition is under the'diy'ec- tion of J. C. Shearer, Agricultural Representative, Clinton and ell young m.en, in Huron, County are invited to participate. The day should be both' interesting and instructive, PERSONALS Mrs. ,Tanner Miller-- of Goderich has been visiting for `the past week at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Melvin Crich, Mr. and Mrs, 13. J. Gibbings and fam- ily spent a few days in Toronto this week. Miss Marion Gibbings assist- ed in the service at Ontario Street Church on Sunday morning, singing a beautiful solo, Mr. Ralph Hewson and Mrs. L. Hanly of Toronto were recent visitors in town, Mrs. Nay returned to Tor- onto with them ani was able to get a good view of Their Majesties, when they visited there. Plans Completed, for Lions Frolic Definite plans for the fourth an- nual Clinton Lions 'Frolic on June 21st. were made Monday evening. at the regular meeting. President H. G. Lawson called on the following chair- men of committees to report: F. B. Pennebaker, Car; ` 0. Noble, . Frolic; J. Zapfe, Dog Races and Baseball. Indications point to this being the largest frolic ever held in the town. The afternoon's programme features a semi-professional baseball game between London. and Port Huron teams commencing at 2 o'clock. Both teams, are standing near the top in the Michigan -Ontario League and it is especially stressed that this game is a regular league fixture, not mer- ely an exhibition. tilt. In addition there will also be a Dog Derby, the first ever held in Huron County. Fleet greyhound racers from Woodstock, Toronto, Montreal . and the United, States will be present for the seven races' to be held. Refreshment booths and a midway will round out the afternoon's programme in 'Clinton Recreation Park, The evening programme will feat- ure the lucky number draw for the new Plymouth car, together with 36 other prizes. The 1937 car was won by )VIrs. N. Counter, Clinton. Every- one has a chance to win either the car or one of the other grand prizes. Two dances will also be held. Modern dancing in the Town Hall to a mod- ern orchestra and old tyme dancing in the Legion Hall. In addition the midway with all its interesting feat- ures u411 operate throughout the af- ternoon and evening. This is a very worthy cause as the proceeds will be used in establishing a swimming pool for Clinton and community. The officers of the Lions Club are soliciting the whole -hearted support of citizens in ?nailing the day a success. Among the Churches All ladies of the Baptist Church p are invited to be present at the meeting of the Ladies Aid which meets at the home of blrs. Cochrane on Tuesday. The meeting of Wesley -Willis W.A. will be held at the church on Thurs- day. During Mr, Peddie's holidays the pulpit of the Presbyterian,. Church will be occupied by. Mr. Douglas Mac- Donald B.A., of Lueknow. Mr, Mac- Donald is a theological student in Knox. College and is the son, of the Rev.. C. H.MacDonald, formerr Mod- erator of the Synod of Hamilton and London. Rev. J. E. Millyard B.A. will bo the guest speaker in Ontario Street Church on Sunday morning in the interests of the Ontario Temperance Federation. Rev. G. G. Burton wiI2 speak an "The Value of the Chm•ch in the Community" at the evening service. On. Monday evening the joint Y.P.U, Societies of Ontario st. and Wesley -Willis will be hoststo the Wingham Y.P.U. Rev. Robert Hicks, representing the Ontario Temperance Federation will speak at the evening service in the Baptist Church on Sunday. The morning subject at the Salva- tion Army service will be "What is Holiness" and in the evening "A Parable." The date of young people's meeting has beenchanged from Mon- day to. Tuesday. Meetings start at 7 pan. On Monday evening the closing meeting of St. Paul's A. Y. P. A. will be held, Rev. A. C. Calder, of Gode ieh, will be the'. speaker. On Monday afternoon the Church Boys' Leauge meet and on Wednesday the Junior' W. A. ' Both meetings star¢. at 4,15. Wesley -Willis Church On Sunday morning next, May 28, the congregation will be addressed by Rev, Robert Hicks, who cone'% to us as a representative of The Ontario Temperance Federation. In the evening the minister will speak on the subject: "The 'Exael- lence of Ordinary Things." The Tenth Anniversary of the dedication of the present building for the worship of God will be observed on Sunday, June Lith., with Rev. J. E. Hogg, D,D„ who was minister of the congregation at the time of the opening," as guest speaker, Lions Club Business Meeting The Lions Club met in the Parish Hall of St. Paul's Church on Mon- day evening for the purpose of nominating officers for 1939-40. The, slate is as follows: Past President, H. C. Lawson; President, F. 0. Ford; ist vice, Dr. McIntyre; 2nd vice, F B. Pennebaker; 3rd vide, J. J. Zapfe; Secretary, M. J. Schoenhals; Treas- urer, H. M. Monteith; Lion Tamer, 0. Nobpe; Tail Twister, A. Caron. Directors, two to be elected at June 5' meeting, D. M. Maltby, T._Churc- hill; Wm. Ball, W. L. Whyte, A. D. McCartney, Dr:, • Thompson, V. Franks, J. C. Shearer. Little Locals District farmers suffered losses when their cattle were struck by lightning during Sunday's storm. Mr. and Mrs. George Gould, who were married on Saturday, will take up residence in Mrs. Morrell's house on Albert street. Mr. Harold Gibbs and George S. Elliott, students at the Ontario Vet- erinary College, • Guelph, have been notified that they were successful in passing recent examinations. Gould- Walker A. quiet but lovely wedding was solemnized at the' home of Mr. and Mrs. George Walker, Hensall, on Sat- urday, May 20th., when their daugh- ter, Helen Jean, was united in mar- riage to George Albert Gould, son of Mr. W. H, Gould of Clinton, and the late Mrs. Gould. Rev. W. A. Young of Carmel Presbyterian Church offic- iated. The bride, given in marriage by her fatihei;, looked lovely in a floor length gown of periwinkle blue chevanied crepe with trimmings of navy. She wore a corsage of pink Los Angeles roses and lily of the valley. Following the ceremony 5 reception was held with only the Int - mediate relatives present. The home decorations were in pink and white with Spring flowers, while the bride's table was centred with the wedding cake: Mr. and Mrs. Gould .left for a wedding trip, to Toronto and Whit- by, the bride donning for travelling a navy and white gown, smart grey tweed coat with navy and white .ac- cessories. They •will reside in Clinton. Spencer -Farquhar The home of Mr, and Mrs. Charles Farquhar, Kippen, was the setting for a lovely May wedding Saturday afternoon at three o'clock, when their daughter, Doreen Wilma, became the bride of Walter Cecil Spencer, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Spencer, of Hensall The officiating minister was Rev. It A. Brooks, B.Th., of Hensall United Church. The wedding music was played by Miss Greta Lannnie, A.T.C.1V1., organist of Hen- sall United Church, and the soloist) Mrs, James W. Bonthron, of Hensall sang "I Love You Truly." The core -i mony was performed in the spacious living room before a bay window, et-' festively arranged with white satin streamers festooned to tall standards of snapdragons which formed a de- lightful background. The bride given in marriage by her father looked charming in a floor length gown of white satin and lace redingote, with Queen Ann collar. 1 QShe wore her another's finger-tip veil caught with lily of the valley, and carried an arr. bouquet of American Beauty roses, Miss Dorothy Farquhar, sis- ter of the bride, and Miss Mavis Spencer, • sister of the bridegroom, both of Toronto, the attendants were gownedalike infloar length blue net with matching doll hats and carrying nosegays of white roses. The best man nvas the bride's brother, Mr: Aubrey Farquhar.' The reeeptipn was. held at the bride's home, Mrs. Far- quhar received her guests in a navy blue gown. Mrs. A. Spencer, mother qfthe bridegroom wore a gown of navy blue with corsage of sweet peas. There were fifty guests present for the wedding breakfast served in the diningroom decorated in 'a color scheme of pink and white. The bride's tale was centred with the wedding cake, bowls of sweet peas and softly shaded lamps completed the decora- tions. The 'assistants for the break- fast were Mrs. M G. Harman, St. Marys, Mrs. Edward' Taman, of Blen- heim; Mrs. Russel 'Jervis of Clinton,, Misses Mary Horney, and Lois Stath- am, London. • Mr,; and Mrs. ,Spencer Ieft on an extended motor trip to the World's Fair, . New York, the bride travelling in a black tailored suit with, white accessories. They will take up residence in Hensel). Guests were present. from Toronto', Hamilton, Seaforth,. • 'Exeter, St. Marys, .Blenheim and Clinton. GODERICH TOWNSHIP' Mrs. George •MeVittie of Londes- bora spent Sunday with her slater, Mrs. David Eason. VARNA Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Keys and fam'- ilf spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs, John Dowson, Golden Wedding Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Talbot .eniner- Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Talbot welcom- Mr. and Mrs. Talbot weie married' ed many guests at their home in l in Hensall in 1889 by the Rev. Mr.. Bayfield, Monday afternoon, May 22 1 Fear and have resided in Stanley- when tanleywhen they received in honor of their township and the vicinity of Bayfield' golden wedding anniversary. The all their lives. Eight cbildren were reception of the afternoon was aIborn to this union, Melvin (deceased happy affair at which Mr. and Mrs. in 1937); Mrs. Cameron (Verde) of Talbot received congratulations and Seaforth; Mrs. Vodden (Minnie) of good wishes of many friends and ret -!Alberta; Lille (deceased in infancy); atives. Lovely flowers, gifts •to the Will and Leonard, Blue Water High- eouple graced the room and the tea I way; Mrs. Makins (Esther), Bayfield table was adorned with gold and and Mrs. Scotchmer (Freida), near white streamers caught up by a white Bayfield. bell and centred with a lovely wee.-! In the evening the bridal couple ding cake. The slaughters of the were guests of honor at a family hcuse, Mrs, Cameron, Mrs. Makins, gathering when they were presented enc) blrs. Scotchmer, received and in- with a radio by their children. vited the guests to the dining room Guests were present from Wood where Mrs. Stevens, (sister-in-Iaw of ham, Exeter and BrucefieId. T1heit' Mrs. Talbot) made a gracious host- many friends wish them many more ens at the tea table. years of happy married Iife. King's Birthday Celebration Enjoyable Event Threatening rain and a cold wind failed to dampen the enthusiasm of the members of the scouting organ- ization on Saturday evening when they gathered in the park for the annual celebration of the King's Birthday. The attendance at the opening of the programme was not quite as large as previous years, due no doubt to the weather, but as dark- ness fell the baseball diamond ivas surrounded with ears and a large crowd of spectators mingled with the sconts to swell the attendance ee con- siderably.. The programme this year was even better than in previous years as the boys and girls went through their exercises and drills. Highlights In- cluded a boxing duel by two of the scouts blindfolded. While neither ss ready,yet to meet Joe Louis, if sonic of their :wild swings had connected with that dark gentleman he might have thought a mule had kicked hini. It was all in fun and the boys pus an a great act. Then the flashlight drill was another standout perform- ance; T exfo n-ance, This was carried out after darkness had fallen and each one tak- ing part carried a flashlight. In this way thespectators were ablee tafol- low 1 -low out the various changes as they circled the diamond. Just prior to this the s lighted small bonfire wa li 'hted and all gathered round for a sing- song. The Guides led off with one of their songs, then the Scouts and finally the whole, gathering in some of the more familiar tunes. Cub - master Percy Gunn led in most of the singing and the children needed no encouragement to sing lustily. Just .before the huge bonfire was lighted elle scouts and guides were seated on the grandstand so that they night be out of danger and also to get the full benefit of the spectacle. This: year's pile of dry cedar was piled fully ' twenty feet high anda when ignited lighted up the whole park. Due to the, high wind the balloon which was sent up was quickly out of. sight, but before disappearing was seen to burst into flames. Then came the fireworks. Ground pieces and .rockets pleased, the youngsters, and those not so young, and were more in number than last year. The whole demonstration gave citizens an opportunity df getting an Fnsight into the way the boys and girls are being trained, It was re-' markable theway they responded cheerfully to the orders given them by their leaders, showing, that they had, learned well the lesson of obed- ience. , At the sharp note of . the whistle calling for order everyone re- sponded immediately. There was '110 fuss es confusion and we heard more than one person remark favorably on the orderlines4 and obedience of the children, also on the quality of the evening's entertainment. I Invited to Attend Lectures The ,congregation of St. Joseph's Church and their pastor, Rev. M. N. Sullivan will be hosts every evening next week to the people of Clinton.. The occasion will be a series of lect- ures on religion to be delivered by ' Father Basil Doyle of the PAulisa Fathers. Everyone is cordially in- vited. The lectures will begin at 7,45 and following is a list of the topics: Sunday; "The Purpose of Life". Monday: "What's Wrong with the World." Tuesday: "The One Mecliator.'.'' Wednesday: "Law and Life." Thursday: "A Road Map." Friday: "Why I am a Catholic." Father Doyle will also speak over Station CKNX, Wingham, Saturday, at 10.30 a.m. and Sunday at 1.45 p.m. In addition to the lectures, there will be the "Question Bou." Ques tions on Catholic history, laws, prac- tices, Holy Scripture and the like, written out and placed in this box will be answered in the order reedy - will No questions about another creed, nor concerningoli ica o' to - political r cal is p sues, will be noticed. Nott -Catholics especially are invited to make use of this medium for learning what the Catholic Church really stands for, "This Catholic Revival," said Fath- er Sullivan, "is for Catholics and their friends, and that means every- bod . It wil be conducted in non- controversial d a (controversial tone and spirit. We be'- Neve that the Whelk Religion has only to be seen inits true light to be respected if not accepted... We re speet the sincerity of all true Can- adians, whether of our Faith or not. Our object at this time is merely to set forth in a clear, understandable way, the beliefs of the ancient Chris- tian Church. We know it has much to offer to, help the sincere' of heart to dothe will of God and help. the cause of peace on earth." ST. HELENS Mrs. Robinson Woods left 01, Thursday for a couple of weeks visit. , with her daughter, Mrs.' A. Murdie„ Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCrostie and. daughters are visiting friends in Tor- onto at present.. The funeral of .the late Mr. Louis Grant took place to Greenhill ceme- tery on .Friday. He was 75 years of age and is survived by his widow. , ' Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Dougherty mut Given of Guelph spent the weekend with Mrs: R,. Woods. Mrs, Wood as-- companied them clown and intends to leave for Geraldton on Tuesday to visit her slaughter, lVirs. A. 11 Lysore Ifer a few weeks. Born •— To Mr and r . M s Lorne Woods on May' Ilth at St. Helens -.- a slaughter. , Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Blue and daugh- ter of Detroit visited with Mr; aiiC Mrs. J. D: Anderson recenty,