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The Clinton News Record, 1937-03-25, Page 41'AGE 4' THE CLINTON NEWS.RECORD THURS., MARCH 25, 1937 SUNWORTHY SUNWORTITY WALLPAPERS •i LOVELY LY H® SES' Wall Papers ARE BEST Spring Stock Now Complete Priced From 1'Oct°$1.00 Per Roll PAINT per Quart 59c Small Cans Enamel, Paint, Varnish 15c A. T. COOPER. PHONES; 36w Main Floor, 36j Second Floor ADRIENNE . HARMONIZED COSMETICS the First Showing in Canada of these Fine Toiletries. THERE IS NOTHING SETTER MADE SO DROP IN AND SEE THEM AND DOLL UP FOR EASTER. W. S. B. HOLMES PNM. B. - s CLINTON, ONT. PHONE 61 BILTMORE HATS New Spring Styles and Colors Now in Stock 1.95 to 5.00 DAVIS & HERMAN CLEANING, PRESSING AND REPAIRING You have been offered Bargain Chicks We Offer you Chick Bargains Chicks like everything else can be produced at almost any price'. 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Steel Products. 370 fxeet h Street )))lI fP, (/ Iraotorles also to Prater, Ont. Montreal&Torooto OBITUARY. MRS. ARTHUR: WAYMOUTH The people of Londesboro and sur- rounding community were Shocked to learn of the sudden passing i of Eu phemia Elizabeth Little, wife of Ar- thur Weymouth in Clinton hospital on Thursday, March 18th. She was born in Hullett on May 13th, 1904 and was the daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Thomas Little. Of a• quiet, kindly disposition, she mill be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was a member of Londesboro. United Chnrch and The Friendly Class of the Sunday School. Besides her sorrowing husband and an infant is survived by parentsshe son, Dennis Arthur. Five sisters and four brothers also mourn her loss, viz., Mrs. Ernest Gray of London; Mrs. Maurice Capell of St. Cathar- ines, Mrs. Theodore Christiansen of Waterloo; Mrs. John Fischer of King- ston; Beatrice of London and Stew- art, John and William and Milton of ITullett. ' The funeral service was conducted from her late residence by her pastor, Rev. A. W. Gardiner on Saturday, March 20th. Interment was in Union Cemetery. There were many beauti- ful floral offerings. The- pallbearers were her three brothers, Stewart, WiIlianr and Milton, and three brothers-in-law, William and Charles Weymouth and John Fis- cher. The flowerbearers were Stew- art Freeman, Wallace Riley, Donald Sundercock and Douglas Weymouth. MRS. NELSON CRICH GODERICH— Deeply mourned by citizens of Goderich Township, Mrs. Nelson Crich, mother of seven chiI- dren, the 'eldestof whom is fourteen, died in Alexandra Hospital here on Sunday in her 39th year. Two weeks ago a little son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Crich, and her death was due to complications following. Mrs. Crich, who was formerly Miss Nellie Townshend, was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mia. Albert Townshend who lived in the vicinity of Bayfield in Goderich Township and all her life was spent in her native township. She was a member of North Street United Church here. Besides her husband there survive three sons and four daughters, Lorne, Evelyn, Margaret, Donald, Abbie, Ada and the infant son. Rev. William Townshend of London; Ernest Towns- hend of Goderich Township, Oliver Townshend, of St. Catharines and John .Townshend of Port Frances, are brothers. The funeral took place on, Tuesday afternoon from her late residence at 2,30 o'clock. The service which was private was conducted by Rev. W. P. Lane of North Street United Church. Interment took place in Bayfield Cem- etery. i!IRS. ELLEN ROSS, Kingsville • The following was taken from the Kingsville Reporter' and refers to the late Mi•s. Hugh Ross, who will be re- membered by many readers of The News -Record: "Mrs. Ellen Ross, 80, widow of Hugh Ross, died Friday last at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Elmer Sherman, Prince Albert street, Kings- ville. She suffered a stroke four ,nonths ago, and had been confined to her bed ever since. Born at Princeton, Ont., Mrs. Ross was a daughter of the late Robert Maxwell and Jean Scott. She mar- ried Mr. Ross and settled near Wing - ham in 1876. Some years later the couple moved to Clinton, and then came to Kingsville 17 years ago. Mr. Ross, who carne to this town as a re- tired farmer, died in 1930. Mrs. Ross was a member of the United Church and a former Presby- terian. Besides the daughter, Mrs Sher- man, survivors are: two sisters Mrs. W. C. McCallum, of Vancouver, and Mrs. Nettie Maxwell, of Zion, Illinois; two brothers, • William, Lake road east, Kingsville, and Robert, of Leam- ington. Funeral services were conducted at the Sherman residence Sunday after- noon at 2.30 o'clock by Rev. Morley Coiling, assisted by Rev. R. Fulton Irwin. Burial was made in Green- hill Cemetery. Messrs. Clayton Max- well and Corydon Fagan, 'nephews of the deceased, sang at the service at the home." MISS JANE GILCHRIST Miss Jane Beith Gilchrist cliecl' at the home of her sister, Mrs. Logan, Saginaw, Michigan, on Thursday, March 18th. The late Miss Gilchrist was born in Clinton, the daughter of the late W. D. and Catherine Gilchrist and lived here for many years before going to Saginaw, where she had made her• home with her, sister. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Saginaw and interested herself in several of the church ac- tivities. Surviving are three sisters, Mr's. Logan of Saginaw, Mich.; Mrs. Sing - has of Detroit and Miss Gilchrist of 'town; and one brother, Mr. Gillis D. Gilchrist of Kitchener. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Dr. C. E. Donegan: Interment was made in cemetery. Clinton C cry. Those present for the funeral in- eluded . Mr. and Mrs. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs., Singhas, Mrs. Noble, and Mrs. MacMr'ray, all of Detroit; Mrs. Ramsay of Windsor, Mrs. Gulieh, of Clarkston, Mich., Mrs. Logan of Sagi- PORTER`S HILL On Thursday evening the Y. P. ,S1 enjoyed a St. Patrick's program and lunch. About seven dollars was re- ceived at the door. This Thursday evening at 8 o'clock a special service in keeping with Good Friday will be held in the church. Next Sunday a special Eas- ter service will be held at the usual hour, 3 -o'clock. Quite' a few were out to service on Sunday, when Rev. R. M. Gale de- livered a delightful talk ill keeping with Palm Sunday. At the Sunday School, Reid Torrance had charge in the absence of Wilmer Harrison, sup- erintendent and as Bible Class tea- cher, Mr. Thos. McDonald, taught the class in the absence of Mr. Fred El- liott. Mr. G. G. Newton received by tele- phone Thursday morning, the news of the death of his uncle, G. A. New- ton, Toronto, who passed away very suddenly. Mr. Newton attended the funeral, and spent a few days in the eity. Mrs. Thos. Betties who spent the winter with her daughter, returned to her own home on Saturday. On Friday evening when Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell arrived at the hall for the dance they were surprised to meet Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Harri- son of Ash, Ont., Mr. and Mrs. Har- ry Ring and son, Ronald, Lowville, Mr. and Mrs, Will Powell, Milton, who came to celebrate with them their 30th wedding anniversary. These friends are remaining for a few days visiting other `relatives. Mrs. Thos. Betties received word that her son, Errand, of Toronto, had been in ,the hospital for three weeks with the ,flu. He is able to be up, but still in the hospital. Mr. Pete Young attended the fun- eral of his aunt, Mrs. Graham near Kincardine on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Harris and family proved to their new home on the 7th concession. They will be missed on the 6th concession by many neighbors. Mr. and Mrs, Charlie Bell and fam- ily are moving to Bayfield. TUCKERSMITH The pupils of No. 4 School Section staged a very successful entertain- ment on Friday evening, the school being filled to capacity. A nriscel- ;aneous progam was given, consisting of solos, readings, choruses, dialo- gues and drills. Considerable credit should be given to Miss Johnson and Miss Britton for the excellent train- ing of the children. Mr. John Hart- ley, School Inspector for East Huron, was present and gave a short ad- dress. The following is the result of the Easter Exams_tfor S. S. No. 7: Sr. 4th—Mildred Finnigan, 74.9; Grant Finnigan, 56, Jr. 4th—Bruce McLean, 67.2; Ross Nicholson, 58.4. Sr. 3rd—Stuart Finnigan, 77; Billie Boyes, 72,9. Jr. 2nd—Ross McLean, 61,6: fist. -(In order of merit)—Jack Boyes, Glen Cameron, Howard Allan. —Eleanor Scotchmer, teacher. GODERICH TOWNSHIP Following is the school report of S. S. No. 8, Goderich, for March. Those whose names are marked with an asterisk have been absent for one or more examinations. Least mis- takes in spelling, Douglas Stirling. 5t11 Class—Sylvia Lowden, 60. Sr. 4th—*Douglas Stirling, 74; Harold Warner, 71; Robert Hopson, 58; '*Mildred Westlake, 57. Sr. 3rd—*Oliver Hopson, 68; Ken- neth Stirling, 50; *Bertha Hohner, 46. Jr. 3rd— *Keith Stirling, 35. 2nd --Bill Mcllwain, 58. Sr. Pr.—Doreen McGuire, good, Jr. Pr.—Robert Patton. -F. Wheatley, teacher. Mrs. Oliver Welsh, Mr. Robert Welsh and Miss Helen Welsh accom- panied by Miss June Stephenson, spent several days last week with friends in Lambeth and London. Mr, and Mrs, C. Durrant of St. Thomas spent the week -end visiting relatives in Clinton and vicinity. Mr. John Middleton and Ross were In Toronto attending the play-off games at the Maple Leaf Gardens on Tuesday night. Mrs. Feagan of Goderich has been visiting her. daughter, Mrs. J. Mid- dleton., Miss Myna Middleton of Goderich has been visiting relatives and friends here this past week. naw, Mich., and Mr, and Mrs. G. D. Gilchrist and son, Gillis, of Kitchener. MRS. CECIL LEGG Mrs. Cecil Legg, Belmont, former- ly Agnes Christena Butchart, died at the fancily residence three •miles east of Mapleton, following a lengthy ill- ness. She was born pn the 2nd con- cession of Stanley township, about sixty-five years ago. Mrs. Legg re- sided in South Dorchester. 27 years and was an active member of Maple-, ton Disciple Church and its various organizations. Besides her husband, one son, Douglas, at home, and two brothers, Thomas Butchait, M.D. Tampa„ Florida,. and Rev. F. D. But - chart, Cleveland, survive: •Funeral services were held on Tuesday after- noon at 2., o'clock from the family residence ,with interment in Maple- ton cemetery.. AUBURN Mu. W, J. Roberton celebrated her sixty-sixth birthday anniversary at her home. Bertha M. 'Whitney was the daughter of Lettie Sprung and Henry Whitney,' and 'Was born in Prince Edward County, March 17th, 1871. She was fifteen years old when she came to Hullett, Bertha Whitney and William Roberton 'were married February 3, 1892. Since then they have lived in this distriot. There'are four children, Roy, of Detroit; Gladys of Goderich; Mildred, Lucknow and Frank, Londesboro. Robert McGee, one of the pioneers of this district peSsed away at his home on the BlYth road on Wednes- day afternoon. Mr. McGee was in his 81st year. He was the son of Robert McGee and Margaret Jane Million, who came to this country from Antrim, Ireland, soon after they were married, and settled near To - onto, Later they came to ,this dis- trict and bought the farm on which lie passed away. At that time the whole farm was solid bush of maple, birch and hemlock. Robert McGee was born here on February 28th, 1857 in a log house on the farm. When Robert was seven years of age his father died. He first attended school in the old log school house where Maitland Allen's house now stands. He later attended the present school when it was a frame building. On December 10th, 1879, Robert McGee and Annie Stalker were married. For about fifteen years Mr. McGee was in the livery business in Kincardine. Two years after his mother's death he moved back to the farm and has since lived there with Mr. and Mrs. Harvey. McGee. Mr.. McGee was a Mason and belonged to the Blyth lodge, and for many years has been on the Man- aging board of the Presbyterian church. He was Vice -President of the School Section No. 5 Union Commit- tee in 1927. Surviving are his wife and one son, Harvey. The funeral was held from his late home on Fri- day afternoon and was very largely attended. It was under Masonic aus- pices. Following a private service at the house the cortege proceeded to TCnox Presbyterian church where a public service was held. It was con ducted by Rev. Dr. Wardlaw Taylor of Goderich, assisted by Rev. H. C. Wil- son. Miss Edith Stoltz sang "Good Night and Good Morning." The pall bearers were Messrs. W. T. Riddell Jacob Stoltz, George Yungblutt, Ezo kiel Phillip, George Beadle and Geo Hamilton. Interment was in Ball's cemetery. Friends were present iron Blyth, Detroit, Flint, Goderich. Mr. Robert Turner attended the funeral of Mrs. McWhinney in Dun- gannon. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey McLaughlin of Toronto, Mrs. Gibbs, Detroit, Mr and Mrs. R. Stalker and Miss Ida Stalker of Blyth were here for Ro- bert McGee's funeral. Mrs. Jos, Carter has returned from Meaford. Mrs, E. Taylor of Blyth has been spending some time with her.nnother Mrs. Lear. • Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Asquith have returned from Bowinanville where they have been visiting their daugh- ter, Mrs: 0. Mcllveen. Mrs. B. C. Weir, wife of Dr. B. C Weir of Auburn, passed away at her home Isere at 11 p.m., March 19th, af- ter a long and painful illness of five years, which was very patiently borne. Josephine Pearl Johnston, daughter of the late Mr and Mrs. Andrew Johnston was born at Amberley, Bruce County. Twenty-five years ago she came to Auburn, where she has since resided. Mrs. Weir will be much mis- sed as she took an active part in the work of the church and community as long as she was able, and these inter- ests were maintained during her long illness. She was a member of Knox Presbyterian church. She is survived by her husband, one n daughter,M Josephine, v d one son, John R.; one sister, Mrs. G. W. Pat- erson, 38 Cheritan Ave., Toronto, and one brother, Alexander Johnston, Vancouver, 13.b: The funeral was held Monday afternoon, March 22nd at 2.30 from Knox Presbyterian church, Rev. Dr. Barret of Goderich officiat- ed, assisted by Rev. H. C. • Wilson, of Auburn. The pallbearers were Mes- srs. R. A. Brunt, Strathroy; W. J. McCully, Stratford, cousins of Dr. Weir; J. J. Robertson, Edgar Lawson, Nelson Hill and Charles E. Asquith. Internment was made- in Colborne cemetery. The third in the series of United Young Peoples' Lenten services was held on Tuesday night in the Baptist church with Earl Raithby in charge. Following the opening exercises Lois Ferguson sang. The scripture pas- sages were read in unison. Short prayers were offered by Rev. H. C. Wilson, Frank Raithby, Mrs. R. J. Phillips, and James Raithby. Mrs. R J. Phillips and Miss Francis Good favored with a vocal duet. Mrs. Glen Raithby sang "Sunrise for me." The topic, "Christ at Calvary," was taken by Mrs. Elmer Robertson. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Patterson, Mrs.' Margaret Arthur and George Yungblutt attended the funeral of. Ed. Deicher't of Zurich on Tuesday. Mr. W.• T. Riddell and Miss Olive McGill visited friends in Ripley on Sunday. Mi. and Mrs. Norman Garret of Blyth were Saturday visitors at the home of Mrs. W. T. Robison. Mrs. Strausser from Sebringville visited with Mr. and Mrs. R, D. Mun- ro. The •March meeting of the Auburn branch of the Women's Institute was held on Tuesday in the Forester's Hall. Mips. J. J, Washingtonled in the , Lord's Prayer. Letters o£ apprecia- tion . were read froth : Mrs. F, . Ross, Mrs. W, Craig and Mrs. Gordon Bis- sett. Misses Ruth Straughan and E1' eanor Wilson were appointed to at. tend the girl's conference at Guelph in May. iA letter was readfromthe libx;a"y board" acknowledging $25.00. The roil call was answered with an'. Irish joke. - Mrs. Samuel Johnston gave a splendid talk on St. Patrick and at the close conducted a button- hole contest, the prize winners being. Mrs.' W. Robison, Mrs. A, Rollinson; Mrs. A. Ferguson. Lunch was served bythe hostesses,Mrs. J, J, Robert- son, Mrs. W. H. Sheppard and Mrs. Art Ferguson. The regular meeting of the Baptist Young People's Union was held on Sunday night with Mrs. Earl Raithby and Billy in charge. Mrs. P. Walper, Mr, and Mrs. John Doerr, Samuel Doerr and George Yungblutt attended the funeral of John Decker in Zurich on Sunday. Mr. Decker was a cousin of the late Peter Wainer and was well known here, He was 84 years of age and was a noted horseman, He was twice married and is survived by six children, William, Mrs. . Rader, Mrs. Merner, Mrs. E. Rader and Mrs. Widow. His first wife was formerly Miss Lydia Hey, andthe second, Miss Elizabeth Rader. Mrs. Coats, Messrs. Roy and Frank Stalker of Flint, Mich., were here to attend the funeral of their uncle, Robert McGee. r- 680 0 0 MORE RA .• B Y CHICKS Sold in 1937, up to March 15 Than in 1936, up to March 15 P13131113 MUSP 1311) A REASON There is no better indication of Bray quality than this in- creasing demand, The buyers of early chicks have taken 68,000 MORE Bray chicks in 1937, up to March 15th than they took in 1936, up to that date The reason MUST. BE that Bray chicks have the vigor and thriftiness to live and grow and make money for the peo- ple who raise them. So buy Bray chicks this year. We can supply chicks for imme- diate delivery. Also a limited quantity of started chicks, 2, 3 and 4 weeks old, mived or sex- ed. Prices are lower than last year, on account of higher hatchability. We have some odd lots that are real bargains. Call, write or phone for cata- logue and our list of "Daily Specials". Fred W. BRAY LIMITED CHICK HATCHERY Phone 246 EXETER, ONTARIO, J CLINT rN SPRING SHOW 3t. Thurso, Apr. i e 1937 The Best Spring Fair in Western Ontario Parade of Stock at 1.00 p.m. 4. Judging commences at 1.45 p.m, X PRIZE LISTS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM G. H. ELLIOTT, Secretary. IAN MacLEOD, Treasurer. 4 3� 3. FACT 1 Tire new Kelvinator is Plus -Powered. It has as much as double the cooling capacity o f other well-known re- frigerators of equal size. FACT 2 The new Kelvinator runs only half as many minutes per day—dur- ing the rest of the time it maintains low tem- peratures using no cur- rent at all. SPECIAL] 3 ONLY - 5 Cubic Foot Models at $174.50 for one week only at this price. If interested in refrigeration buy now. There will be an increase in price next month. WHY HESITATE! A FEW CENTS A DAY WILL BUY YOU A PLUS -POWERED KELVI NATOR Glen Cook Clinton, Ont.—Phone 171. SPECIALS FOR EASTER A New Shipment . of. . PRINTED SILK and CREPE DRESSES has arrived in sizes 14 to 20 and 88 to 52. Long or Short Sleeves, which ever you prefer at 2e49 COME AND; SEE THEM FOR YOURSELF. We also have • i' t ;�.r<'.`'iRv, (Y, r%ti y, ., made from the finest materials and 1937 styles. �'.S ya+S. 4' ,1 •W 4, ' r. f: WE HAVE A BIG SELECTION OF HATS SPECIALLY FOR EASTER Fro;;. 1®95, up ASSON SHOPPE FI Next Door To Theatre, Clinton — Phone 67.