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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1937-12-23, Page 1.Ishe News -Record Est. 1878 With Which Incorporated The Clinton New Era The New Era Est. 1866 NO. 5863 -59TH YEAR. CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1937. THE DOME PAPER, '','.M.',', '! STRATFIORDMAJORS May Christmas bring you Good Cheer in abundance , .. and the New Year open many new vistas o£.pleasure and profit for you and yours. - z \ We are grateful for the business with which you have favored us this season, and in the .past, and we anticipate with pleasure the opportunity of serving yon throughout 1938 and in years to come. t W. H. HELLYAR Watchmaker, Jeweler and Optometrist. Residence Phone 174j. a HERE TUESDAY NIGHT .As we mentioned last week an ex- hibition' game has been arranged for next Tuesday night, the opposition on that occasion. being Dave Pinkney's classy Stratford Majors, who this year stepped up into. Int. A. company. Pinkney has always managed good hockey teams, and this one is no ex- ception. They already have defeat- ed Landon in their group and will 6 have the advantage of more practise 0bthan the Colts, but we're betting the Colts will give them an eyeful before the game is over. e - Pinkney's team has incorporated iseveral of last year's Midgets into their lire -up, and this has ,added 00 greatly to their strength this year. Be on deck to see this game, as it , will be one of the best of the season. Then on Thursday night the Sea - forth Beavers play hosts to the Colts gAtI C 1y ., s c + c., • 41::.', `hc,•, c c••,5` c,'�gtl "1 Cie when the first game of the schedule �1. JJ will be played in the rejuvinated Sea - forth arena. We understand Sea - forth are planning that night for the reopening of the arena, which has been all overhauled since last winter. To You ' �P6 Hockey, will in all probability, steal the show next week, once the Christ- , mas rush and festivities have been For Your Kind Thoughts--Loyaihave probably been forgotten, in fact a large number Support --and for all Courtesies neglecting their shopping these evenings so that they e might get a peak at this year's edi- • tion of the Colts as they practice extended us in the past year nightly at the local arena, and we 0 We Say Thank You Sincerely' d i�►� ,RG u• May Your Christmas be Joyful and x our ivew i ear ul� Prosperous. NOTE Fe h b ri fit of our : ore e e itstaff who served you generously Flduring the busy Christmas Season last year's line of Streets,Pickett and feel sure that they have not been dis- appointed for the effort. The boys, have been going to it hammer and tong, with enough players on hand ev- ery night for two teams, and the rail -bards get about twenty-five cents worth of hockey every night. The boys seem to be rounding into shape very quickly and are skating faster than ever this season. Thd -team will probably line up much the same as last year, with two or three exceptions. Harold Doak will be looking after .the goaltending duties this year, and little worry should come from that quarter. Last year's defence of Rath, McKay and Kennedy is the same with the prob- able addition of Harold Johnson, who was a member of last year's Juniors and who has been showing up very well in practices. The one line of MeEwan Bros. and "Bonnie" Foster is intact, and only one member of • • Gibbs is missive. We understand the store will remain C closed until "Libby" is . playing his hockey for 12.30 noon Monday, Dec. 2/��jj th. may be capably filled by Jack Steph- is Guelph O.A.C. this year. His shoes IRWIN'S " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " S rice' Jcr7► Jc7CJs'Ali,JcsJc'�iJc�Slc Jc'�SJc'�rs%c /. Women's Institute The Women's Institute held their regular meeting on Thursday, Decem- ber 16th, in the Board Room of the Agricultural Office with the Presi- dent, Mrs. Heimes, in the chair, and Nis: W. J. Stewart, at the piano. Af- ter the opening exercises the roll call was responded to by Christmas sug gestions, The motto for the , day was "Rich in Blessings, Bright with Cheer, May your Christmas be this year." This subject was very ably taken by Mrs. Ernest Adams. ' Mrs. McLay gave two humorous readings which caused much laughter. ',Che guest speaker -was Rev. G. G. Burton who gave a very inspiring Christmas message; Mrs. McKinley then extended a hearty vote of thanks to the speaker and all others taking Jean Elliott sang two Christmas songs, accompanied by Edna Elliott on the piano. ' A Christmasbazaar was held, a number of pretty gifts being donated and sold. The singing of The National An- them brought the .meeting to a close, after which a daintylunch was serv- ed by the following ladies, Mrs. I-Ieard, Mrs. N. W. Trewartha, Mrs. (Dr.) Thompson, Miss B. Greene, Mrs. and Miss Chambers, and Mrs. Carrie' Jervis. • Lions Club Meeting The Lions Club metas usual an Monday evening in the Parish Hall. For this meeting the services of Mr. Harvey Keith Field, of the L H. C. Company had been obtained by Mr. Charles Worrell, and through . the courtesy of the company some inter- esting films were ' shown . depicting the humorous side of country and farm life. Another set showed a trail from coast to coast with interesting scenes en route in which the uses of the company's trucks were brought to the attention of the audience. Mr. Percy Gunn, local Cub master and a number of the Cubs were pre- sent to see the pictures and heartily enjoyed the performance. J , Look At Your Label Our mailing lists were corrected on Monday of this week and all pay- ments on subscriptions made by Sat- urday night or before should be shown on the label. of this week's paper. Look at your label and be sure that it shows your payment 'correctly. This is the season of the year when a large number of. our 'subscribers pay their subscription to The News - Record, and we would like to take this enson, who has been showing up very well in practices, but it will naturally take a while for him to work into the style of hockey played by the team. JUNIOR HOCKEY SCHEDULE DRAWN UP The Junigr schedule was drawn up last Thursday night in Stratford, and the localkids got in a good practice last night at the rink, some promis- ing material is available,' and a good team should be the result of much hard practice. Following is the schedule of games as drawn up: December 29—Clinton at Stratford. December 30—St. Marys at New Hamburg. January 3—Se.. Marys at. Strat- ford; Clinton at New Hamburg. January 10 — Stratford at New Hamburg; St. Marys at Clinton. January 12 — Stratford at St, Marys. January 13 -New Hamburg a t Clinton. January 17—Clinton at New Ham- burg. January I9—St. Marys at Strat- ford., January 24 --New Hamburg a.t Clinton. January 26—Stratford at St. Marys. January 31, -New Hamburg at 5t, Marys. February 2—Clinton at St. Marys. February 7 — New Hamburg at Stratford. February 10 -Stratford at Clinton. New Serial This Week Beginning in this issue on Page 2 is our new serial, "Up in the Clouds" by Beulah Earle. Be sure to read the opportunity of thanking those wlio first instalment of what .promises to have, already looked after this mat- be one of the best stories we have ter, ever published. Week Of Prayer The Ministerial .Association will hold its annual Week of Prayer and Thanksgiving commencing on Monday, January 3rd, 1938. Monday—Ontario Street Church, Rev. Gordon Peddie. Tuesday—St. Paul's Church, Rev. G. W. Sherman. Wednesday --Baptist Church, Rev.' G. Burton. Thursday— Wesley -Willis Church, Rev. - K. McGoun. Friday—Presbyterian Church, Rev. C. W, D. Cosens. , An offering will be taken at each service in aid of our hospital. Fifty -Third Wedding Anmversary Observed A surprise party for Mr. and Mrs. Robert Welsh one evening last week featured the celebration of their 53rd wedding -anniversary, and was an agreeable surprise planned by them- hers of the family who were present to tender their congratulations. It was on the 17th day of December, 1884 that Mr. and Mrs: Welsh carne to Clinton and they have - resided here ever since. .Both are quite active and take a keen interest in the affairs of the town. Little Locals The Seaforth Lions Club paid a visit, to the County Horne last week, and after an enjoyable program dis- tributed a treat of . nuts and candy to the inmates. Mr. Ed. McLeod, teacher of S. S. No. 4, Goderich -Township has been appointed to the temporary 'postal staff at Stratford for the Christmas rush. The Secretary of the Clinton Hos- pital Aid Association wishes to ack- nowledge the receipt of five dollars from the London Road Ladies' Club. The Clinton Public Library will be closed on Friday, December 24th, Christtnas Day and Monday, Decem- ber 27th. Bowling Notes A meeting was held at the bowling alley on Monday evening, the purpose being to organize a league, and to draw up a schedule of gaems for the Winter months. One representative. was present for each of the six teams - entered - in the league, and all seem- ed very enthusiastic about the whole thing. ign order to make the competition keen and give the teams a goal to strive for, valuable prizes are being put up. The winning team will re- ceive $20.00 in cash and the second team, $9.00.. The man' bowling the highest game during the schedule will receive' a prize of $3.00. And the team with the highest number of, points for a single - game will also re- ceive a. --cash prize of $3.00. Everyone is very enthusiastic and a very pleasant winter's sport seems assured. Following is the schedule of games as drawn up: Jan. 3—Clerks vs. Lions. Richmond vs. All Stars. Jan. 7—Wearwell vs, Com. Inn. Richmond vs. Lions, Jan. 10—Wearwell - vs. All Stars. Clerks vs. - Com. Inn. Jan. 14—Clerks vs. Richmond. Lions vs. Wearwell. Jan. 17—All Stars vs. Corn. Inn. Clerks vs. Wearwell, Jan. 20 -Lions vs. All Stars. Richmond vs. Coma. Inn. Jaren. 24—Clerks vs. All Stars. Lions vs. Corn. Inn. Jan 28--Wearwells vs. Richmond. Clerks vs. Lions. Jan. 31—Richmond vs. All Stars. Wearwell vs, Coma Inn. Feb. A—Richmond vs. Lions. Clerks vs. Com. Inn. Feb. 7—Wearwells vs. All Stars. Clerks vs. Richmond. Feb:-11—Lions vs. Wearwell, All Stars vs. Com. Inn. Feb: 14 --Clerks vs. Wearwell. Lions vs. All Stars. Feb. 18—Richmond vs. Com. imr. Clerks vs. All. Stars. Feb. 21—Lions vs. Corn. Inn. Wearwell vs. rRiclmrond. SANTA GLADDENS CHILDREN'S HEARTS, With the arrival of Santa Claus here on Saturday afternoon excite- ment reached its peak among the chil- dren, and a huge crowd of eager youngsters thronged around the gen- ial St. Nicholas to get their share of nuts and - candies which he freely distributed. Instead of using the team of rein- deers Santa arrived at the station. and was driven up town behind a team of snow white horses, and was greeted by the Bugle Band and civic officials. Distribution of the treats was made possible through the cooperation of the Iocal Liens Club and took place at the base of the community Christmas tree furnishedby the- council and lighted by the Public Utilities Com- mission, With the many colored Bulbs it was a gay scene, as the children eagerly pushed forward fearing that the source of supply would be deplet- ed. However, there seemed to be suf- ficient for everyone, and old and young were satisfied with the man- ner in which Santa handed out the good things. Ankle Injured In Fall While descending the stairway from the barn last week Mr. Roy Plumsteel, London Road, in some unknown man - Salvation Army Entertain The first of the series of Christ- mas Tree entertainments held in Clin- ton was that of the Salvation Army which was held Monday evening with Captain Bonar in charge, assisted by Captain Pope of Seaforth Salvation Army Corps:' In addition to addresses by the local and visiting officers, the program consisted of recitations by Irene Pickett, Erma Fletcher; Orval Elliott, Norman Elliott; musical read- ing, Helen Kennedy; readings, select- ed, Lieut..Best- solos, Captain Pope;I soli solos, Lloyd Butler; song by the young people; dialogue,"Trials Of A. Scout - Mistress," Margaret Fletcher and' Fred Bezzo; dialogue, "A Nursery Scene," Clarence, Evelyn and Clifford Cooper; dialogue, "Swarth of Bees," Marjory and Mac Carter, Douglas, Fred, Evelyn and Wilfred Bezzo, Aud- rey Grealis, Tom Fletcher and Irene Pickett. And then the - ar.•rivaI of t Santa Claus and distribution of pre- sents. The significance of the Christ -1 mas festivities and gift -giving was stressed by Captain Bonar. The Farmers' Market Wheat, 95e. Oats, 40c, 430. Barley, 55e, 60c. , Buckwheat, 57c. Butterfat, 34c, 32e. Eggs, 25c, 21c, 20c, 13c. Live Hogs, $8.00. NOMINATIONS Monday, December 27th . Next Monday evening is Nomipa- ner slipped from one step to another tion night in Clinton, and the town,. and his foot became lodged in. behind hall should be filled with interested the step with painful injuries. The ratepayers. Whether it will be lively- lodged foot received a severe wrench- or not remains to be seen, but the- ing, injuring the ligaments and badly general public should turn out to at - spraining the ankle. Although thrown tend tins meeting as those who are: off balance Mr. Plumsteel was able nominated stand for election to im- portantto save himself from falling. to the positions of responsibility. bottom; and in all probability saved As we mentioned last week, the, himself from more serious injuries: public should take more interest in the affairs of the town. On page 4' of this issue one reader states in no. Certificates Awarded To uncertain terms his reason for not at - Students tending council meetings. Since we are'not seeking to start any centre - These students of the School of versy we do not wish to comment. If Commerce have been awarded Certi- the new council feels that the practice ficates of Achievement in Bookkeep- is irregular :they will be in a position ing by the Department of Business to make the necessary changes. (Standards and awards, at the Gregg! r. Co., New York, for accuracy of tests I The purpose of this article is not submitted to that office. to east a slur on anyone holding of - Agnes Agnew, Willard Aiken, Robt. Mice; nor as election propaganda for _ Buchanan, Helen Glenn, -Dorothy Hol- any likely candidate, but rather to. land, Alice Hudson, ' Roberta Laid - endeavor to stir the public into a. sen e law, Earl Leyburne, Floyd Meksh, of their responsibility, Thousands er Clete Medd, James Nickle, Irene Robe dollars which are raised from taxes ertson, Jean Swan, Kenneth Vander- pass through the hands of these off1 burgh, Isabel'Colquhoun, Edna Elliott, ots; and the citizens should see to it H. G. Johnston. that those handling the money are capable of administering the affairs of the town in an efficient and econ- Appointed Customs omical manner. In making this state- ment we are not casting- any reflec-. Eli aminel tion on the council of the past year. Since the financial statement has not yet been released to the public nu comment can be made, but we under -- stand that financially the town is in: good shape. If it to remain se We must Have. From an authorative source word is received that Donald E. Campbell has been chosen from among nearly 30 applicants as the successor to Hector Hayes, who retired last month after 25 years' service as the customs clerk r and excise examiner at the pori of the right type of men in office and: Goderich. the public should be sufficientiy. in-- . Mr, Campbell has not yet received tei-ested to see that only the most: official confirmation. A London man, capable are nominated. Mr. Campbell came to Goderich five years ago, He is a. Great War veteran, have ing served in France with the 16th Blyth United Church' Battalion, Canadian Scottish. I•Ie was wounded seriously at Festubert Re -Opened For Worship• in May, 1915, and returned to London The United church, Blyth, has been! the following year, where he organiz• reopened for public worship. ed and managed the London pension office. For 12 years he was with. the For six weeks the auditorium has. department ofpensions and national been under repair and redecoration.. health as assistant district supervisor. The heating system has been renovate He spent a few years in newspaper ed. Air-conditioning has been arrange work and insurance at London and ed. The services on Sunday were con Goderich. 1ducted by the minister of the ehurch,. Rev. R. A. Brook, who gave special - Christmas Sunday sermons, taking in GODERICH TOWNSHIP the morning as his subject, "The Wondrous Meaning of the Incarna- Robert Welsh, Bayfield Line, is tion," and in the evening, "The Trag- spending a few days with relatives edy of a Christless Ohristmas." The: in London. 1 choir under the direction of .A. E Mi Dorothy Henderson,teacher , Cook at S. No. 10, and her pupils had music. for the inspiring Christmas the clay and splendid: con.- ' a very successful concert on. Tuesday gregations assembled both morning: afternoon. 'and night. Ontario Street United. Church Rev. Garland G. Burton, M.A., B.D., Minister. Christmas Services: 11 a.m.'Subjeet='On the. Road to Bethlehem." Special Music—Anthem, "Glory to God in. the Highest", by Cooke; Pre- lude, "Cantique Ae De . Noel," 1» Westbrooke; Offertory, "A Christmas Pastorale," by Matthews; Postlude: "A Christmas March" by Mea.kel; Soloist, - to be selected. 7 p.m. Subject: "The Story of Si- lent Night," The choir will render a Cantata en- titled, "The Story of Christmas." Special inusier—Prelude: "A King was Born," by Matthews. Offertory: Christmas Carols (Piano and Organ). "Lullaby" , by Mebin. Postlude: "Soldiers of the Ring," by Stults. Piano, Miss Elva, Wiltse, Or. gan, Mrs. Ed. Wendorf. Wednesday — Midweek Service — Christmas hymns. Fellowship Service. All are invited. Friday, December 31st -Young Peo- ple's Service. Meeting in Ontario Street School Hall, 8 p.m. for games --previous to service, which will be held at - eleven o'clock. Baptist Church The Ladies' Aid will meet at the home of Miss Dinsmore on Tuesday afternoon, December 28th, at 2.30. St. Paul's Church - At the morning services, the choir under direction - of Miss Beatrice Greene,will sing "First Christmas Morn." A solo, "The Gift", by Miss' Eileen McGoun; a trio, "A Child this day is born," Roy Churchill, Leonard Johnson,. Glen James; a solo, f`The Anthem Celestial," by Mr. J. Silcock. Messrs. Murray' Draper and Robin Thompson will accompany the choir on . their violins. In the evening a - carol service will be held, when everyone - will sing all the old familiar carols and Christmas hymns. The anthem by the choir twill be ,"Glory to God in. the High- est" . The carol descant will be "Good Christian Men Rejoice." There will be a celebration of Holy Communion at 11.30 p.m. on Friday, December 24th, on Christmas Eve. Wesley -Willis United Church - Rev. C. W. D. Cosens, M.,A., B.D., Minister. Morning — Processional 'hymn "Hark the Herald Angels Sing." Sermon: "The Christmas Story." Evening—Processional Hymn. . "0 Come ;41I Ye Faithful." Subject: "Silent Night, Holy • Night. ",. The story and message of" this dearly loved Christmas: Hymn will be, given.. The service will conclude with the. singing of Christmas carols. A cordial welcome to all, Special 'Christmas Music Morning: Anthem: ",T h e Christmas," by Barnby. Solo --"The Birthday of the King,"!" by Neidlinger. Soloist, Mrs.. W. Oakes. Evening Anthem' -- "The. First, Christmas Morn" by Newton. Solo -"Night of Nights" by Vend -- water. Soloist, Mrs.. Merrit Nediger. Anthem—"God Front on High." Duet -"The Day is Ended", by Bartlett. Mrs. Percival. Hearn, Musa., W. A. Oakes.