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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1937-09-02, Page 1The News -Record Est. 1878 lit olt With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New Era • The New Era Est. 1886 NO. 5847 -58TH YEAR. CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 1937. Test Case Shows Attempt at Fraud A well-known make of men's pocket watch was placed in excellent running order, cleaned and tuned, by expert watchmakers, in To- ronto. In order to show a reason for taking it to a repair shop, the "click" spring was deliberately broken by the watch repair men. THE COST OF A NEW CLICK SPRING FOR THE WATCH IN. ANY HIGH. CLASS JEWELLERY STORE WAS 75e • "cut-rate" ut-rate repairs were The watch was taken. to a shop where c p advertised. Here is a statement for repairs as given out by the "cut-rate" repair shop: 1. New mainspring, 2. Repair damaged escapement, 3. Cleaning, 4. New "click" spring: • COST FOR COMPLETE JOB $2.75. It Pays to Deal with a Reputable Repair Concern. W H HELLYAR a • Watchmaker, Jeweler arid Optometrist. Residence Phone 174j. uu --FREE--7 SAYE OUR GOOD -WILL COUPONS FOR Beautiful, Useful and Valuable Gifts, Including • "Royal Cameronian" Dinnerware Wm. A. Rogers Silver-plated Flatware Table Lamps Comb, Brush and . Mirror Sets and Many Other Beautiful Gifts Coupons Given with all Cash Purchases of 25c or over. II�wIN'S " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE BHOPPE " GODERICH TOWNSHIP Mr. and Mrs. A. Callahan and son, Douglas, of London, were guests on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Welsh. Miss June Stephenson spent Sun- day atherhome bn the Bayfieid,Line and had as herg uests Miss Cather- ine and Mr, Jack Callahan of London. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dunbar and sons, Gordon and Roy, of Lambeth, were, guests on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Welsh. Mr. and Mrs. William Berry of Brucefield were guests last week of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Welsh. Mrs. Crownover of Chicago, Mrs. Niekle, Guelph, and Mr. Nickle, of Montreal, were visitors last week with their aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Jordan. Miss Margaret and Kathleen Mid- dleton are visitingtheir cousin, Mrs. Kennedy, in Toronto and attending the C.N.E. Dr. Donald and. Ted Middleton have returned from a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Ken. Taylor ' of Blyth. STANLEY Mr. and Mrs. Allen Klinklamer and son, George, and Mrs. AlmaBaird of Detroit, made a short visit at the home. of Mr. Geo. T. Baird and Mr. T. B. Baird last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Victor Taylor and children, Mrs.` Thos. Campbell and Albert Falconer, spent Sunday at 'the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. Woods of St. Helens, Mr. and Mrs. T. B.Baird and Mrs. Thos. Baird, Sr., visited the latter's sister, Mrs. Gordon, of Shepperton. VARNA. Miss Keys of Tuckersmith is cal- ling on her old acquaintances in the village. , Misses Betty and May Clark, of Seaforth, have returned home after spending several weeks with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Clark. Mr. and Mrs. Horner and Mr. and Mrs. John Rothwell spent Sunday in Lucknow, visiting Mr. Samuel Rath - well and family. Our teacher, Mr. S. Beatty, has re- turned to resume . his duties here. Mr. Charles Keys of Nashville, Tennessee, came over to take his mother, and sister back home again. They spent the holiday with their sister, Miss Logan. - Mr. and Mrs. M. Patrick, Miss Margaret and Jack, of Tuckersmith, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Connell. - - Mr, G. Marks of Toronto spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. George Connell. Mrs. Marks, Ross and Carolyn, who have been spending their holidays here, returned with him. Mrs, C. Whitman and daughter, also Mr. and Mrs. A. Selman of Lan- sing, Michigan,: ,were recent visitors with Mr. and Mrs. George Connell. JAMES - BALLANTYNE tion. Hon. Harry Nixon was the special speaker for the occasion. W. H. Golding, M.P., Seaforth, spoke brief- ly paying- tribute to Mr. Hepburn's courage in facing issues, LIBERAL CANDIDATE' James Ballantyne, ` Hensall district fanner and M.L.A. for South Huron, in - the last Legislature, was again chosen Liberal standard, bearer at a well attended Convention held in Hensall yesterday afternoon. Others nominated were Ross Mc- Kay, Hensall; B. F. Beavers, Exeter; William Sweitzer, Stephen township; A. Kalbfleisch, Zurich; Miss Josie Saunders, Goderieh, and Dr. J. W. Shaw, of Clinton, ' Dr. Shaw and Mr:' Kalbfleisch withdrew their names, but the others contested the nonnina- The Farmers' Market Wheat, $1.08. Oats, 42c to 45c. Barley, 50c to 60; Butterfat, Spec., 31c, First, 29c. E 23c, 20c 18; 13c. Eggs, , Live Hogs, $9.25.• - t COLTS LOSE GAME TO HANOVER The Clinton Colts have entered in- to the play-offs of the O.B.A., and yesterday afternoon journeyed to Hanover fortheirfirst game. The reports are that the boys turned in a rather poor sample of ball, and as a result Hanover beat them 13-11. The score would indicate- that both teams were getting plenty of hits, but fans who saw the game say the- Colts were away below par. They'll have a chance to redeem themselves on Monday morning, when the return game will be played on the local diamond;. commencing at 10 a.m. Slim Brant started for the lo- cals in yesterday's game, and Gordie Stock finished. The Colts are in where the going is plenty tough now, and if they hope to advance in the playdowns, must settle down and play the ball they are capable of. , 'An Omission Last week we listed a number of gifts which were presented to Miss Isabel McKnight at a shower held in her honor at the home of Mrs. M. Batkin. In addition to those men- tioned, Isobel also received a hand- some walnut drop-leaf table. - - Little Locals The Clinton Citizen's Band were in Seaforth on Friday evening assist- ing at the annual band garden party. Constable Arthur Groves is back on the beat again after a week's va- cation. Members of the local Lions Club participated in the Golf Tournament held in Seaforth yesterday. Mrs. C. H. Epps had an exception- ally fine table -display at the recent flower show. The exhibit included several of the latest and best varie- ties of gladioli, in which Mrs. Epps specializes. Miss Wilhelnnine Trewartha, who completed her Commercial Course 'at the .School of Commerce and was a- warded the Gold Certified Typist Pin by the Gregg Publishing Co., for typewriting at more than 50 words per minute, has accepted a position in the Book Room of the United Church and leaves for Toronto on Monday. Public SichooI Board Meets The regular meeting of the Clin- ton Public School Board was held on Friday evening, August 27th. All members of the board were pre- sent. The minutes of the last meeting were read arid adopted. The correspondence was read, in- cluding -the resignation of Miss Vi- ola Fraser. Cudmore—Jenkins: That the resig- nation of Miss Fraser be accepted with regret. Carried. The following accounts ' were pre- sented: C. V. Cooke 4.00 W. T. Hawkins 20.08 Gypsum Lime & Alabastine Co63.81 J. E. Cook 54.00 • $141.89 Cook—Lobb: That the accounts be paid. Carried. The Chairman of the property com- mittee reported that the painting in school room should be completed by August 28, 1987. A letter was read from G. Hendry Co. advising that it would be unwise to repair globe and stand and ad- vised the purchase of a new stand and globe at a cost of $27.50. Firth—Cook: That we purchase new stand and globe at the price stated if same is satisfactory. Car- ried. ' Cudmore-Lobb: That Mrs. Thorn - dyke and Mrs. R. Ball be appointed to occasional staff. Carried.' Cook—Jenkins: That we appoint an experienced teacher tothe staff. Carried. - Jenkins -Lobb: That Messrs. Cook and Gudmore be a committee to in- vestigate the teaching of music in the school. Carried. . Jenkins—Firth: Thatwe adjourn. Carried. A special meeting of the board was held for the purpose of engag- ing a teacher on August 30th. Jenkins—Cook: Moved that the. Board advertise for teacher. Firth-Nediger moved an amend- ment - to the motion that we engage Miss Laidlaw - as teacher, duties to commence Sept., 1, 1937, at a salary of $750. The amendment carried, Lobb -Firth: That we adjourn. Car- tied: THE HOME PAPER: Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Welsh wish to announce the engagement of their only daughter, Norma Eileen, -to Mr. Frederick Walter Wallis, - youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wallis. Thd marriage will take place the mid- dle of September. Hospital' Aid The ,regular monthly meeting of the Hospital Aid will be held in the Board Room of the town hall "on Tuesday evening, September ,7th, at 7.30 p.m. All members are asked to be present to arrange for the annual meeting to be held this month. . i Six -In -One Corn - Last week an unusual growth of corn was brought into the office which had been picked in Mr. Frank McAllister's garden. Apparently the cornstalk had thrown out a challenge to its com- panions to see which one couldpro- duce the most cobs. This particular one' had succeeded in growing six cobs from - one base. The centre cob was the largest and most evenly form- ed, and five smaller cobs were ar- ranged around it, similar to the pet- als on a freshly opened flower. Trousseau Tea On Friday evening, Aug. 27, Mrs. J. T. McKnight entertained at a trousseau tea, for her only daughter, Isobel, who is an early Autumn bride. Guests were received by the pros- pective bride and her mother, and a dainty trousseau luncheon was serv- ed by Miss Luela Walkinshaw and Mrs. Glen McKnight. Mrs. Milton Wiltse poured tea. Miss Helen Swan, Mrs. L. Heard, Mrs. Mervin Batkin displayed the trousseau. 'Among The Churches St. Paul's Church The Ladies' Guild will meet in the Memorial Hall on Tuesday afternoon, September 7th, commencing at 3 o'- clock. Baptist Church The Sunday School will meet at 9.45. Regular morning service at 11 o'clock. The evening service will be withdrawn this week, owing to anni- versary services in Auburn. Salvation Army Public meeting on Thursday even- ing at 8 p.m., conducted by Envoy Ferguson. Saturday, Sept. 4th, an open air meeting will be held in the Library Park at 8.30 p.m. Seats will be provided. Sunday, September 5th, Holiness Service at 11 a.m. 2 p.m. Sunday School, 3 p.in. Open Air meeting at the Hospital, '7 p.m. Great Salvation meeting, conducted by Envoy Fergu- son. Envoy Ferguson, whocarries a portable organ, will be glad to call on sick persons or shut-ins. Wesley -Willis United Church Rev. A. V. Robb, of Bluevale, will conduct the services here Sunday morning and evening. Rev: Cosens will conduct the anniversary services at Bluevale. The Women's Missionary Society will hold the September meeting in the lecture room of the church on Wednesday evening, Sept. -8th, at eight o'clock. Mrs. (De.) Wilford, reoentlly re- turned from China, will be the guest speaker. The ladies of town are cordially in- vited to attend. The Ever -Ready Mission Circle re- opened their meetings for the fall and winter months by holding a hamburg roast at - Elliott's. Beach. A huge fire was lighted, and all joined in singing camp fire songs. An excel- lent time is reported. Ontario Street United s Church Rev. Garland G. Burton, M.A., B.D., minister. All Ontario Street United church people are asked -to worship in their own church this Sunday, Sept. lst, at William and Ontario st. Our church has askedustospeak on the Labor problems. Let every family be represented. 11 a.m. "What has. Religion to say about the Labor and Social Prob- lems; Why the Prayer, 'Give, us this day our Daily Bread'''. 2.30 p.m. Sunday School changes to the afternoon. 7 p.m. "One Man who never fail- ed." What constitutes success to your mind? How do you measure your gains and losses? What would you say to a young man a young woman going from home for the first time. We shall sing short, Evangelical hymns. Scout Meetings To Resume Meetings of the Girl Guides, Wolf Cubs and Boy Scouts will be held regularly again, now that the holi- days are over. The Guides meet Tuesday, y, Cu bs Thursday, and the Scouts on Friday. The leaders have been assured that. it is alright for the town children to hold meetings, at least - at the g, pre- sent stage of theparalysisepidemic, so long as only town children are present. A district rally which was to have been held in Goderich on Labour Day has been postponed. Surprise Shower On Wednesday evening about twenty-five friends, employees of the Clinton Wearwell Hosiery Company, met at,the home of Mrs. J. Steep, Rattenbury Street, for a surprise shower in honor of her daughter, Hazel, previous to her marriage. Two of the girls drew in a gaily decorated wagon, containing a full set of cream and green enamel kit- chenware. The bride-to-be, after un- wrapping the gifts, fittingly thanked the girls for their. thoughtfulness. Bingo, with prizes ;for the lucky win- ners, was thenplayed for the remain- der of the evening. In between gaines a dainty lunch was served by the visitors. The bride also received many oth- er beautiful gifts which included a davenport from the Clinton Wear - well Company, where she worked for several years, also a table lamp and pedestal -style alarm clock from the Wesley -Willis Church Mission Circle. Women's Institute Picnic The Women's Institute held a very pleasant afternoon at Harbor Park, Goderich, on Thursday, August 2Gth, when over thirty ladies asesmbled for their annual picnic.. After a short business meeting, a program of sports was carried out. The first race was an apple race won by Mrs. C. V. Cooke; a milk bottle and clothes pin race, was won by Miss Eva Ste- phenson, of Toronto. Then there was a group contest, also a straw and rubber ring contest. A threading nee- dle race was won by Mrs. C. V. Cooke, and Mrs. Trewartha. Making three tooth picks into 4 was won by Mrs. Trewartha. Throwing coppers into a floating dish was won by Miss Harrison; tying a four-in-hand, won by Mrs. Heard and Mrs. Holmes, re- arranging position of matches by Mrs. C. Venner. After the games were over all sat down to a well-filled table, feeling that they had spent a very pleasant afternoon. Batkin—McKnight The home of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. McKnight was the scene of a pretty Autumn wedding at 3 o'clock Wed- nesday afternoon, Sept. lst, when their only daughter, Isabel May, was united in marriage -to Mr, Lloyd P. Batkin, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Batkin of Goderich town- ship. To the strains of Lohengrin's wed- ding march, played by Mrs. C. W. Cole, of London, the bride entered the drawing room on the arm of her father, and the ceremony was per- formed by Rev. G. G. Burton, amid a bower of flowers and ferns, The bride looked beautiful in a gown of White English Swiss lace fashioned on princess lines, with a short train. Her long embroidered veil was caught up with orange blos- soms into a Juliet cap. She carried a shower of Pierce's Red Roses and Bouvardia. Little Miss Mary McKnight, of Exeter, niece of the bride, was a dainty flower girl in a pink crepe frock. She carried a basket of 'pink cosmos. Master Jack McKnight, nep- hew of the bride, acted as ringbearer. During the signing of the register, Mr. C. W. Cole of London sang, "I Love You Truly." Later, a reception was held, and those receiving the, guests with the bridal party were Nr. and Mrs. J. T. McKnight, parents of the bride. The bride's table was covered with a dainty, lace tablecloth and centred with the bride's cake, while from the chandelier above carne streamers of white tulle which were caught at the four corners of the' table by bowsof tulle caught with sweet, peas. An informal buffet luncheon , was served to about sixty guests by Mis- ses Helen Swan, Evelyn Heard and Donna Welsh, of Clinton, and Messrs. Carl Anderson, Goderich, Mervin Bat - kin and Leonard McKnight of - Clin- ton. Later the young couple left on a motor trip amid a shower of confetti. The bride wore a three-piece dark blue swagger suit with matching ac- cessories. - - On their return' Mr. and Mrs. Bat - kin will reside in Stanley township. Guests were present from Strat- ford, London, Wheaton, Ill., Goderich, Seaforth and Exeter. PRIZES AWARDED IN COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN MRS. S. CASTLE WINS MAJOR PRIZE. MISS GAY. WHITMORE, RUNNER-UP. The Community Campaign, which had been in progress here during the past month, officially closed at ele- ven o'clock Saturday night. g Through- out the Campaign there had been keen competition and much speeula- tion as to who would be the lucky winner of the $400 - prize. It had been generally conceded however that Mrs. Castle, representing the Boy Scouts, Wolf Cubs and Girl Guides, would be the fortunate one. The climax was reached on Mon- day evening at the street dance and beauty contest when the final results were announced by Mayor W. S. R. 'Holmes. .Mrs. Castle, in addition to winning the first prize, also won the special cash prize of $50 for bring- ing in the most junk. - Mrs. S. Castle Gaynell Whitmore . Dorothy Holland . Margaret Biggins . Jean Cornish . Roberta Laidlaw Doug. Kennedy . Cora Streets . Mrs. Gould . Mrs. Colclough . lliIrs. Henry Pickett Mrs. Frances Steep Roy Mann Mrs. . - Mrs. Jas. Brown Mrs. Brennan . Faye Lindsay Mrs. Gordon Ross Florence Evans . Mrs. Cooper At nine o'clock dancing commenc- ed to the music of Tony Farr's or- chestra on the portable dance floor, - which had been erected on the post: office square. At ten o'clock the winners in the Campaign were an- nounced and at eleven o'clock the entries in the beauty contest, seeking: the. title of "Miss Huron" were par-' aded on the platform. The decision was awarded on the applause of the• spectators, and the: final ,elimination between the Missesi Dorothy Holland and Dorothy Cook„ resulted in the award going to Miss: Dorothy Cook, who received in ad- dition to the title of Miss Huron, a suitably engraved silver cup. We list below the names and stand- ing of the various contestants. 126,775,276....$400.00 82,388,664.... Westinghouse Refrigerator. 82,012,477....Chesterfield Suite 81,190,153.:.. Beatty Washing Machine 68,303,494.:.. Westinghouse Radio 62,479,918....Electric Toaster and Vaculator• 52,897,473.... Aeropack 51,202,528....Pair• of Rugs 35,217,393....2 Pair of Shoes 24,709,369....Lobb's Basket 19,761,842....Bridge Lamp 14,463,082 ....'Neil's Trade Card, $5.00 10,641,915.... Car Battery 7,231,893 . , . Three Sacks of Flour .. 5,231,893.... Lobb's Trade Card, $5.00 4,481,045..... Cooper's Trade Card, $5.00 2,840,045....Wendorf's Basket 2,064,919....O'Neil's Basket 1,604,793....Lavelle's Trade Card, $5.00 1,..._011 PEOPLE YOU KNOW Mr. D. M. Maltby was in Toronto during the past week. Mr. Reg. Cools returned Tuesday to his school near Brodhagen. Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Sylvester and son, Allen, of Toronto, were the guests of Miss Emma Levis last week. Miss Helen and 'Fannie Levis have returned home after spending the past two months holidays in Ham- ilton and Detroit. Miss Norma Stevens of London, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Stevens, is spending her vacation in New York City. Mrs. Charles Cole, London, has been visiting her sister, Mr. and Mrs. L. McKnight and attended the Bat - kin -McKnight wedding on Wednes- day. Miss Helen Groves has been spend- ing a few days with her cousin, Miss Daphne Colclongh, and Miss Ruth Groves has been visiting her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. San, Jordan. Mrs. R. T. Pacini left on Monday for. her home in Denver, Colorado, af- ter having spent the past, four months at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Johnston, Al- bert street. PORTER'S HILL On Sunday, Communion was ad- ministered in Grace Church with very few present. We regret the falling off hi attendance during the summer months. Rev. and Mrs. Gale leave today for a month's vacation, We wish for for them an enjoyable holiday. Dur- ing his absence the services will be taken as follows: Sept. 5th, Mr. Colin Campbell of Bayfield will conduct the service, Sept. 12th, a Temperance speaker. is expected to be present. Sept. 19, Rally Sunday. - Sept. 26th, Rev. Anderson of Wingham will con- duct Anniversary services, morning and evening. This speaker is listen- ed to each Sunday over the Radio with much interest. Come and see. him in person and enjoy the servics with us. School opened Wednesday, Quite .a number of the schools are not open- ing for a week or so owing to the fear of infantile paralysis. Little Lois Bowden, who has spent the past seven weeks with her grand- parents, returned home this week. Her mother who has been quite ill is slowly recovering. Sunday was an eventful day on the 6th concession. Arlie. Lockhart had 'what might have been a serious accident when he met glaring . head- lights. He was crowded to the shoul- der of the road, where his ear went into a deep - ditch. Fortunately no one was injured." Another car, driven ' by a gentle- man from across the border, accom- panied by a friend from Wingham, and a woman from Goderieh, failed to keep to the road in front of Reg. Fuller's - and picked a nice soft spot, to rest on it's side. A wrecker was called and took the car to Goderich. The occupants were looked after by a provincial officer, and taken to a, place of sai4ety,.where they will be keptuntil • able to' look after them- selves. The young people are planning es weiner roast at the beach Thursday evening. Miss Irene Woods, London, anis friend, spent the week -end with her parents, Mr, and Mrs. M. Woods.. Hoy—Steep 1 A pretty wedding was solemnize& at Goderich on Wednesday, August 25th, at 9 p.m., when Hazel Irene, eldest daughter of Mrs. Steep and. the late Mr. James Steep, became. 'the bride of Gordon George Hoy, eld-' est son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hoy' of Clinton. Rev. A. C. Moorehouse,. B.A., .B.D., of Yarmouth Centro Uni- ted church officiating at the cere- mony. The bride was charmingly dressed in white coronation crepe, with highf pleated neck, white accessories, and. carried a bouquet of pink roses and: fern. The bridesmaid, Miss Vera. Steep, wore yellow sheer with brows & accessories and carried talisman vas- es and fern. Mr. Lloyd Walper of' Goderich was groomsman. .-Following the ceremony the happy" couple• returned to the bride's home, where a dainty lunch was served, the - bride's cake centering the table which was decorated with white and yellow. The bride was the recipient of many useful gifts. Congratulations and best wishes are extended to this popular young couple. Toronto Conservatory Of Music Examinations Results of pupils of A. W. Ander--- ton, Supervisor of Music, Chutes, Collegiate Institute: Piano Miss Jean Woods, Bayfield, win- ner of Toronto Conservatory Jubilee' Scholarship for highest marks irs Western Ontario in Grade VII and VIII Piano. Grade. X, Senior, P. Lawrence, pass, Grade VIII, Highest Junior, J,. Woods, lst class honors; W. Trelea ven, honors; M. Rathweli, honors; L. Treleaven, pass. grade VI—Higher Primary, M. Johann, pass. Grade II, Higher Introductory, C.. Wendorf, honors. Singing A.T.C.M. (Solo Performer), T. Reid, honors. Intermediate, M. Partushek, -1st: class honors; L. Griff, honors; L. Treleaven, honors; W. Treleaven,,,. pass. Junior—H. Tyndall, honors; F� MacKenzie, honors. Theory A.71:o.M. ((teachers examination),, V. Wheeler, honors; C. Ireland, hon- ors; A. Pope, honors. Grade V, harmony, V. Wheeler,. lst class honors; A. Pope, honors. Grade V, Counterpoint, V. Wheel, er, lst class honors. Grade V, History, A. Pope, pass. Grade V, Form, A. Popie, honors. Grade III, Harmony, L. Harrison, 1st class honors; L. Treleaven, hon- ors; W. Treleaven, pass. - Grade III, History, W. Treleaven;; lst class honors. Grade 11, J. Woods, 1st class lion, - ors; M. McLaughlin, lst class hum- ors; M. Johann, rst class- lioners-,• 1 -. Collins, lst class; honors:,: