Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1935-07-04, Page 1D'he News -Record Est. 1878 With Which is Incorporated The Clinton NO. 5434 -57TH YEAR New Era The New Era Est, 18 CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JULY 4TH, 1935 1 ,f r Suq c that WeddingiYt Besides the richness of appearance, ;Silverware is really the most economical to purchase, for it is practically indestructable. You will be pleased with the designs we have, and the prices are most moderate. . Should your wish be for Dinnerware—see ours. Good patterns Sold as a full set or individual prices. Jeweler and Optomiterist. Highest Cash Price Paid For Old Gold POPULARITY CONTEST Interest is Running High Nlake Your Purchases Here and help Givey our Favorite Child the Thrill of a Life Time COUPONS ISSUED ON ALL ACCOUNTS BEING PAID DURING THE MONTH OF JULY. di S " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " MUSICAL RECITAL A fitting finale to a successful year in music was the recital given by the pupils of Miss Beatrice Greene at the home of Mrs. Ralph Hewson, High street, on Friday evening last. Those taking part ranged from the young- est present to the oldest. Little Miss Mary Thomason 'was the youngest and Mrs. •Geo. Levis, who celebrated her 'birthday the next day, was the oldest. Bath of these members took part vocally, As each young lady performed Miss' Mary Thompson pre- sented her with a little bouquet of flowers. Mrs. Hewson and Miss Greene were also given flowers. The boys were given candy, At the close of the musical programme light re- freshmente were serped. Those present who had heard, pre- vious recitals decided that the pupils had made remarkable progress since the last recital and altogether ths, affair was voted a success' A.Y.P.A. DEANERY PICNIC Tho branches of the A.Y.P.A. of the Deanery of Ramon held their an- nual picnic last Thursday afternoon in I•Iarbour Park, Goderich. An interesting program of sports, prepared by the Godwin, branch, was enjoyed by the group of young people. After the picnic supper,Canon. Appleyard of Seaforth presented the prizes to the winners •of the various events. Those who were able to stay or- ganized teams for a game of ball. Following is the list of games' run off with names of the winners: Boys 50 yard—Russell Bryan, Frank Archibald, Arthur Retton. Girls' 50 yard—Violet Peemlln, Agnes Campbell, Marjorie Eastman. Jr.• 'Boys race ---Colin Campbell, Herbert Wigle, Phillip Calder. 1Boys.' running broad jump—Rus- sell l3eyan, Frank. Archibald, Jim Smith, Gir!ls'' running broad jump—Violet Trenlin, Mar jorie Eastman, Agnes Campbell. Boys' .boot and shoe race Colin Campbell, John Hawkins, Phillip Calder. (Men's boot and shoo race—Frank Archibald, Jim Smith, Arthur Ret - ton. Girls' boot and shoe race—Marga- ret Groves, Agnes . Campbell, Mar- jorie Eastman. 3 -legged girls' race—Violet Frem- lin and Margaret 1VIiddleton; Marjor- ie Eastman and Agnes Campbell. Relay Boys-- Seaforth, Brussels, Goderich. Relay — Girls-iAgnes Campbell, Margaret Middleton, Violet Finale, •Margaret Eastman; Margaret Groves J. Harris, Dorothy Parke, Lillian Elliott. Long Distance—Boys-,Russel Bry- an, Frank Archibald, Gordon Har- man. Needle and Thread --Girls— Doris. Riley, Agnes Campbell, Lillian El- liott, Dorothy Parke; Mary Calder, Audrey' Dawker. THE HOLLAND PICNIC The Hol'Iand family picnic was held July lst on the Sumner School grounds north •of Goderich, During the afternoon about forty members gathered together and a few games. and sports' were run off, under the. direction of M.rs. •Clifforcl holland of Godericb, Mrs,. Elvin Zinn of Luck- now and Miss Verna Vance of Lan•• doral, Later a tasty supper was provid- ed by the •ladies, at which everyone helped; each other :to have a good time. At the close a committee of three, Mrs. C. Holland, Goderich Ahs. A2. Nediger of :Clinton and Miss Verna Vance of London, were elected to look after the general 'arrangements far the picnic next year. The place it was decided would be . Harbour Park, Goderich, and the date the 8rd Saturday in June. This elating- the meeting - all adjourned homeward having spent a pleasant afternoon, PASSING OF MISS O'NEILL Many scattered all over this pro- vince and at greater distances will learn with regret of the passing of Miss Margaret O'Neill which •occur- red inClinton Cl on Friday, for many of the men and women now heading families went through her capable hands as she taught en the Public School staff here for years. 'She had been in failing health for some Mine, The funeral took place on Monday afternoon from the home of Miss Margaret 'Bay, which had been her home for many years, to 'Clinton cemetery, the Rev. Dr. C. E. Dougan conducting the :service at 'house and graveside. THE WOMEN{S INSTITUTE The regular meeting of the Wle• men's Institute was 'held in the Leg- ion Hall en Thursday, June 27th, with the president, Mrs. McKinney in the chair. The. speaker of the afternoon was the Rev. Mr. McGoun, who gave a very instructive address on the Re- vised Calendar, pointing out the good we aright derive from, it. He sales" what we wanted was progress and efficiency. His address' was much appreciated by all. 'Miss Cochrane then rendered a piano solo, which was much enjoyed. Mrs. W. Rozell and Mrs. J. B. Lav - is were appointed to attend the Lo- cal Leader Training School to be held in Blyth on Saturday. Lunch was served by Mrs. T. Glazier's group. LAWRENCE—TRICK On Saturday, June 29th, a wed- ding of interest took place at the home of the bride's uncle, Mr, E-. J. Jenkins of Waterloo St., London, when Frances Vera, youngest laugh. ter of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Trick, was married to Mr, Fred Lawrence or Hamilton, son 'of Mrs. S. Lawrence of .Clinton, The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a gown of white lace with hat to match. Miss Frieda Wallis was bridesmaid and Miss Har- riet Wise, flower girl. The groom was supported by his brother, Mr. Harry Lawrence, also •of Hamilton, The officiating minister was the Rev, Me. Millyard of Hyatt avenue church, A delightful buffet wedding luncheon was served in the spacious garden of the .host and hostess. The imme- diate families and cousins of the bride and groom were guests, includ- ing five girl friends of the bride, who 'served the lunch. The bride and groom ]eft amid showers of confetti for several weeko at Kawartha Lakes and upon their return will live in Hamilton afte' September 1st. LITTLE LOCALS The County W.C.T.U► Convention will be held in. Wesley -Willis church on Friday. The china department in Cooper's store has been re -decorated and now looks very. handsome. The Collegiate 'Institute board has engaged Mr. Vernon V. Franks of. Landon as Science Master for the conning terns. The Bartliff roses axe again a de- light to the eyes of all who have oc- casion to pass around that carnet down Rattenbiiry street. Ibtr. Raymond Cartwright, who has been employed by MIF W. M. Aiken for sone time, has gone to Winton Where he has secured a position. Mrs. Chas. Cook, Rattenbury street, has some lovely peonies, many of them a lovely pink shade having three or four large blooms on one stern. Mr. Edward Rorke, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Rorke of town, was successful in passing his third year examinations in .Huron Col- lege, London. The funeral takes place this :after- noon from Wesley -Willis church of Mrs. W. Perdue, mother of Mr. W. E. P'erdaue, who passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs., J. T. Beacom, Goderich township, an Tues- day. Mrs. A. L. Cartwright, who has, been suffering for sans months with eye trouble and who has been going to London for special treatment, is now in Victoria Hospital. Iler friends , trust that her recovery will be speedy and complete. Mr. S. G. Castle says dogs have been killing his laying hens down at his slaughter' .house and he swears vengeance upon them:, The other day he 'saw a dog leaving after hav- ing killed a big layer, and he is go ing to carry a gun from now on, There has been no baseball this week, and the locals: have been "rest- ing and practising, 10 anticipation of making a clean sweep of the last half. of the schedule.: Goderich ' comes here on Monday night, and Clinton goes to Lucknow on Wednesday night, AMONG THE 'CHURCHES Presbyterian Church Until further ia6iice public worship will commence at 10 o'clock each Sunday morning, followed by Sunday School at 11 .o clock, Wesiey,Willis United Church Union services of the Ontario street congregation and, the WesIey- Willis congregation 'will be held in this church ,for July, commencing Sunday. The Rev. C. Vla•D. Gosens will have charge of the services. Has subject en Sunday morning will be, ".Help' From Beyond The Hills." Evening:: "Summer." The Sunday schools will meet 10 their respective churches at ten o'clock each Sunday morning. The WI. A. meets this afternoon fora picnic tea on Mrs, Oakes' lawn. DEATH OF H. H. CANTELON The death occurred on. Sunday of Hugh Hanley Cantelon, a man well known through all this district. He was the eldest son of: a pioneer, the late Adam Cantelon, locally known as "The Old Schoolmaster," and he had spent all his life in the com- munity, residing in Goderich town- ship until a few years ago, when he sold his farm and purchased a mai. ler estate in .Stanley, just over the river south of town, where he and his sister resided. He was taken to hospital last week for an operation for appendicitis but other eompllca- tions were discovered and his strength was not equal to the strain, and death ensued. He had been remarkably active all his life and up to his eighty-fourth year, having made a wonderful re- covery fron a rather serious illness a year ago. He never married but is survived by two sisters, MissSarah, who had always lived with him, and Mrs. E. Floody of Toronto, and three brothers; Arthur of 'Clinton, D. J. of Toronto and Adam of Mapes, Sask., A brother and a sister had predeceased him, Mrs. David Cante- lon of Clinton and William, who dice in the west two years ago. He was connected with Wesley=Willis churce. since coming to his new hone. He was a Conservative in politics. The funeral took place from the home of M. David Cantelon, Rag- lan street, on Wlednesday at eleven A.M. The Rev. C. W. D. Cosens of Wesley -Willis church conducting the services at house and graveside. The pallbearers were; E. Floody, DiCan- telon, W. Crittenden, Harry Steep, John Currie and R. H. Johnson. A brother came from the west and all the members of the family were present for the funeral, also rely- tives cane from Toronto and other points. Interment was made in Clinton cemetery. H. AND S. COUNCIL PICNIC On Thursday last, the Hurc& Coun- cil of Home and School held a most enjoyable -picnic at the summer home of Mrs. 'Gordon Cuninghame in Bay- field. Members from Seaforth, Gode- rich and Clinton were present, num- bering about fifty-eight in all. The annual meeting of the council was held with Mrs. Geo. Jenkins, the Council President, presiding. Regu- lar routine business was transacted and two vice-presidents for the coun- cil were appointed, namely Mrs. Al- bert Taylor and Min. Edith Russell of Goderichand Seaforth respectively. Another interesting feature was an oratorical contest. The contestants were the winners from the home schools in the above mentioned towns. Evelyn McLeod, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Donald 'McLeod of Goderich, won the first prize for the girls, tak- ing as her subject, "My Visit to Par- liament Hill and Marie Plumsteel of Clinton won the second prize, tale- ing as her subject "Agriculture." Harold Deer of Goderich was award- ed the boy's prize, 'speaking on "The History of the Clock." Mrs. Lane of Goelerich and Mrs. Wilson of Sea - forth acted as judges and their task was a difficult one for all the young people did exeepti•onally well and showed great promise of becoming outstanding orators in the future. Many warm. words in appreciation of years of faithful service given by Miss Sharman of Central School in Goderich and regretting• very mcuir: the fact that she is this year retiring. from active service, were expressed in short talks by several ae these present, among which were former` pupils and old friends, including a very fine address by Rev. D. McLeod on the noble profession of teaching. A winsosne -wee lass, guest Of Mrs, Frank Saunders, rendered two charm•. ing recitations. Mrs. Jenkins gavethe very inter- esting and inspiring retort which she brought back from .the H .and S: Convention 'held in Toronto in April. The meeting closed with prayer offered by Mrs. A. T. 'C'ooper, after which -a sumptuous self -serve lunch was enjoyed and all declared they had had a most enjoyable afternoon, THE HOME PAPER THE MARKETS Wheat, 70c. Oats sic. Barley, 00e. Buckwheat, 40e. Butter, 22c. Eggs, 12o to 18c. Live Hogs, 6925. YOUNG MAN KNOWN HERE Allan MhDonnell of Hensall, who died on Saturday owing to an acci- dental wound in his wrist from a knife in the hands of a member of his family, was a cousin of Mr. P. and the 'Misses Bawden of Clinton and was well known here, as he, at- tendedl Collegiate late here, He was g in his thirty-second year and was N. son of Mr. and Mrs. 'Charles MCDon- nell, He lived at home with his parents and is survivedby three sisters, Dor- othy and, Mildred at home and Mrs. George Langton of Torrento, also by a little daughter of seven. His wife died four years ago. The funeral was held on Monday, a private service being conducted by the Rev. A. Sinclair of the Henan United church, assisted by the, Rev. E. IVA. Smith and the Rev. H. Hender- son, former Hensall .ministers. In terment was in Hensall cemetery. Mr. F. Bawden and Miss Zetta Bawden and 'Mrs. O. Streets and family attended the funeral from here. I•IOSPITAL GARDEN TEA The beautiful grounds of Dr. and Mrs. Oakes were the scene of a bap- py gathering on Thursday evening last when the members of the Clair- ton Community Hospital Board pus on a garden tea. The spacious grounds were lighted and prettily decorated 'tables were laid among the trees where dainty waitresses looked after the needs of all who carne to partake of the nice supper provided. Strawberries and cream, breed and butter, cake and tea were served Ice cream and candy was also sold on the grounds. The Concert Band, under the di- rection of Leader Morgan Agnew, gave their` weekly concert from a stand on the grounds, which added not a little to the pleasure of the occasions Although the attendance was not so good as might have been expected, theladiesgathered a nice little sum to. add to their treasury. They wish to express their sincere thanks to all who assisted in any way in snaking the affair the success it was. BRUCEFIELD The Brucefield Y.P.S. held their final meeting of the year Monday ev- ening, June 24th, at 'Bayfield in the form of a weiner roast, The first part of the evening was spent in games whieh were enjoyed by all. Later a campfire was built and all gathered around to observe the interesting feature of the even- ing, presentations to the president, Miss Elsie Smith, and to Me.' Ed. McLeod. Miss Eva Stackhouse read the address and Miss Evelyn Grain- ger made the presentation to Miss Smith, a cold meat fork in Lady Hamilton pattern. After the reading 02 an address by Gordon Elliott, Mr, McLeod waspresented with a pair ea initialed cuff links by Jesse Free- man. Both Miss ,Smith and • Mr, Mc- Leod gave very suitable replies. A short time was spent in the singing of songs after which the group dis- posed of weiners-and other refresh- ments with a hearty camp -spirit. Mrs. J. McQueen received word last week •of the passing of her brother's wife, Mis. T. F. Landsborough of Brownsvale, Peace River district, Al- berta. She had not enjoyed good health for. years but the end came suddenly on the lath of June. Be- sides her nusband.she is survived by two sons and one daughter. We ex- tend to them our sincere sympathy. Mr, and Mrs. Wm, McQueen et Croswell, Mich., visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Jas, Walker and friends in the village and vicinity last week. Mr, McQueen sang a solo in the United Church last Sunday morning entitled "The love :oi. God" which Seas much appreciated. Mrs, Bell McCarreon and daughter of Toronto spent last week at the home of their aunt, Mrs. Alex, Ross, in the village. Mrs. George Watts and Mks. 'Mary 13•ronpn returned home from their trip to true Wiest last week and report a mast enjoyable time. TLCXERRSMIT"H Mies Edna M. Jamieson and Miss Evelyn Nott attended the funeral of the late Dr. S. Silcox of Stratfordon Monday,:• Misses Elinor,. Kathleen and Anna Glew spent the holiday at the home of their grandparents, Mr. and. 'Mrs. Jno. Jamieson. VARNA The annual family reunion of the. Stephenson Clan was held at Jowett's Grove, Bayfield, on June 22nd, when over one hundred relatives were pre- sent to spend the day. The weather, Y w er, although threatening in the morning, turned out favourable. The afternoon was spent in baseball and horseshoe pitching, followed by a program of sports for which isutable prizes were given to those taking part. After supperthe usual business was dealt with. Mr. A. B. Stephenson, in his genial manner, acted as chairman, It was decided to be, left in the hands of the committee to set the date for next year's gathering. A short pro- gram was given during which Mr. and Mrs. Orval .Stephenson of Mar- lette, Mich., delighted the friends with a few of their favorite duets which were very much appreciated by all. The American relatives were Mr. and Mfrs. W. H. Stephenson, Mar- lette, ]Vlliioh.; Mr. and Mrs. Orval Stephenson and two little daughters, Marlette, and Ittr. and Mrs. Alex. Wlyley and daughter, Nina, Detroit, Mich. The 'Metcalfe families from Wingham and vicinity were well re- presented as was also the Robinson family of London. All returned home feeling it had been a day well spent. LONDESBORO alas. Fred Johnston and daughter Helen of London spent the holiday with Londesboro friends. Miss Jamison of Toronto is borne for the summer holidays. Miss Gladys Fairserviee of Lon- don spent the week -end at the home of her parents, Mr, and Mrs, T. Fair - service. Rev, and Mrs. Johnston of Crediton were the guests of 1VIr. and Mrs. Robt, Townsend on Sunday. Mr. Art Lyon and Mrs. .'Marjorie Lyon are visiting their brother, Dr. Kirk Lyon of Leamington. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. will be held on the lawn at the house of Mrs, A. Jamison on July 10th. Mas. Turner of Exeter will be present and address the meet- ing and IVI'iss E. Jamison of Toronto will vive a travel tank on her trip to Rome. There will also be other pro- gram numbers. A. ten scent tea will be served by Group No. 1 and other assistants, All ladies are cordially invited. In case xrf bad weather the meeting will be :held in doors. bir. and Mrs, G. H. Bali and Mr. and Mrs. Wa'ight of the Base Line visited with 'Mr. and Mrs. ,Leslie Ball on Sunday. Ma and Mrs. Chas. Watson and daughters attended the wedding of their nephew, Mr. Harold Richards, at Barrie on Saturday. They also vis- ited at Callin•gwood and Meaford re- turning Sunday evening. Rev. A. W. Gardiner, Mrs, Gardin- er, Miss E. Hudson and Miss Ruth, Lyon are visiting friends at Shea bourne and Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Townsend o Brantford visited over the week -end with arr. and Mrs, Frank Wood and other relatives, Mr. and Mrs. James McCool, Miss Phyllis and, Mx. 'Wm. Moonare visit- ing at the 'home of Mr, and Mis. Fred Armstrong, Grimsby. Mr. and Ma's. Wtn. Griffiths and fancily attended the wedding of their son, Mr. Cecil Griffiths to Miss Mc - :Kenny, R.N., at Wingbam on .Satur- day, June 29th. • Picnics and family re -unions were the order of the day in this vicinity on Saturday. The Mair and Goviee reunion, which was :held at Formosa; the Garter and Moon picnic at Goderich, the Gray and Snell reunion, held at the home of Mas. Wm. Gray and Mr. Joseph Gray. The day was ideal for such gatherings and a splendid turnout and a happy time spent at each place renewing of old anquaintances, etc. The young people of the S. S. of the United Church held their picnic at Grand Bend on Friday last. Haying has commenced in the community an abundant erop is re- ported. Mr. and' Mats, Walter Townsend from near Toronto spent a few days at the home of his brother, Mr, Ro- bert Townsend. Mr. Kunkle and family of Niagara are spending* this week with Mrs.. Kunkle's mother, Mrsy D aviford, .`Mr. and Mrs. (1 Watson of De- troit spent the week -end as guests of Mr. and Mrs, E. Adams, are Thomas Lyon is on the sick list this week. 'True parsonage has been greatly improved by a coat of paint, •Mrs. Robert Wells and. Mrs. B. Sherbrooke attended the sewing Bourse in Blyth in :connection with made of travel 'becomes. 'aerie' the Women's' Institute, I Common. +. PEOPLE YOU KNOW Miss Olivetta ,-Brigham of Windsor. is haine far the vacation. • Mrs. McGill •of Mitchell visited lase - week .with Dr. and Mrs. Axon. Miss Ca'pokshanks of Sarnia has been. visiting Miss Fannie Waldron, Miss Myrtle Armstrong is spending; a few weekis in Detroit wit's friends, Mors, S. Lawrence was in London ora Saturday attending the wedding of her son. Rev. F. G. and Mrs. Farrill and fam- ily left Monday for their sumaner: Immo at Normandale. Mrs. Pis Weatherwax of .0rillia 'was.. here fort e h funeral of her uncle„ the late H. H. Cantelon. Messrs. A. and M. Torrance of To- ronto spent the week -end vwit'ha, their mother, Mrs. J. Torra;nee- Mrs. J. Addison spent a few d'hy-. visiting her sister -fin -law, Mrs... Wm. Addison of Hullett township. Misses Madeline Higgins and Betty - Mullett of Toronto spent the week -end with 1V4s Ferrol Hig- gins. Dr. and Airs. Hossock and Miss Des- othy of Innerkip have been , the guests of Mr. and Mrs. a D. Re - buten. Mrs. Sarah Ford and Miss Annie Faster are visiting their sister„ Mrs. Henry Diehl of Stanley" township. Mrs. J. P. Reynolds has returned' home after spending a week or st, with her daughter and son-in-law in Detroit. Mts. Gordon 'Cuninghame and fam- ily left last week -end to spend the summer months at their summer !home in Bayfield. Mr. Fred Rumball returned to Mon- treal on Saturday after spending a holiday with his mother, Mrs. Clara Rumball of town. Mr. and Mrs. 'Gordon L. Hall and/ children motored up from 'Cayuga and spent the week -end and holi day here with relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Elliott of Toroir to were week -end and holiday visi- tors isitors with the fornrer's parents ire town, Ur. and Mrs. W. J. Elliott.. Mrs. R. E. Bouskill, who had beers visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Wallis, for a few weeks,. left for her home in Winnipeg ear Friday, Mr. Jack Gibbings of the St. Gather., ines Public .school staff spent se week at his home in town and left this week for Toronto to take a•. summer course, Mr. Brenton Hellyar, who has bens - teaching at Massey, as home fot • the summer vacation. He will' teach at Clear Lake, near Brace - bridge, the coming term. Miss Margaret Grant, who has bees= staying in town with her father and going toschool, left the piset. 'week for Dunnville to spend the• summer with her aunt. Mrs. Kerr, who has been visiting re- latives and friends in Clinton and vicinity, has returned to Toronto,. her daughter, Miss Dorothy, hair-- ing motored up for her. • > , Mr. and Mis. Ed. Watson and fain-• ily of Hamilton spent the week- end with Mr. and Mrs. George A. Walker. Miss Madeline Watson le remaining for several weeks. Miss Evelyn Jenkins, who has 'beers visiting for some weeks in Toronto and London and had also been ore a trip to Eastern Canada, is with;. :her aunt, Mis. C. J. Wallis. Mrs. Little of San Diego, California,.. and her grand -daughter, Miss Lit-. tle of Sanpedro, Calif., have beers' 'visiting the former' .sister, Mrs.: Agnew, Sr., and her niece, Mrs. 0.. 'Phelan, and •others in town. Mrs, George Watts and her niece„ Mrs. Mary Brown of BruceiieIc-,. returned Iast• week front a trip to the Pacific Coast, where Mrs,: Watts has many friends. They stopped at several points to visite friends enroute. ate. and Mrs, Ernest E. ,Hall and two sons, Mr, Frank Warren and Miss Pidgeon of Toronto were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Hall over the week -end and. holiday. Mrs. Hall and children remained for a couple of weeks. Mn. and Mrs. Harry Marsh of Royal Oak, ,Mich., and Miss Margaret. Davies' of Chicago carne last week- end to ,visit their brother and ars-- tens and are now at 'their 'Sumner cottage at Kintail, Miss May Dave les going up with them. Miss EvelynMeCartney of Detroit. was here over the week -end visit- ing leer brother in Goderich town- ship and with other friends, Mise IMaGartney recently returned from a trip to visit, an uncle and aunt in ,California, having made -the trip . both ways from, Detroit, by • plane. She enjoyed the _,exper- lessee very •much and ,is bolting;. ;forward to theNine when tihaisi