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The Seaforth News, 1939-05-04, Page 1pn. • These are the things 1 prize And hold of ^dearest worth: Ii•ght .of th e sapphire skies, Peace of the silent hills, Shelter of .forests, ,comfort -of - the ;grass, 'Music of birds, murmur of little rills, HURONCOUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER Shadow of clau•ds that swiftly ,pass, And, after showers, The smell of flowers And of the best brown earth,- And arth-And best of all, along the way, friendship and Mirth. -Henry Van Dyke. WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 61, No. 18 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 4, 1939 Phone 84. $1 a ,year. Special 1 OXYDOL LARGE, 1 BOWL ALL FOR 25c LEXIA RAISINS, with seed,. 10c ;lb. PUFFED 'RICE OR WHEAT cellophane wrapped -2 pack. 15c NEW CHEESE 15c lb I1NGER'SOLL MALTED OHEESE 15c pack pc GRAPE FR r 7r JUICE ^. . 3 tins 25c JELLY POWDERS- 6 Pack. 25c MINUTE TAPIOCA, 2 pack ...25c FLOWN/WALE TEA is better at only ............ 38c half 3b. ly welcomed the ladies, while Mrs, \Iac'Keaczie, of Seaforth, .replied. She pointed out that it is very inspiring to .meet with ;other women who are linked to us ;by a commoninterest- "The World. for Christ" ' Lt the roll .call of. auxiliaries, Lon- desboro badthe largest representa- tion. The secretaries gave encourag- ing reports about their work. Huron increased both its ,men1bership and givings during 110316, a total of 03,- 933t.'84'being raised. Among the even SOAP CHI'PS, 2 lbs. ing auxiliaries it was reported that their aim is one new member for every fifteen old ones, Gorrie is the banner society, as it increased in every department, A new mission circle has been organized at Wing - ham. There are. two new and two re- organized mission ,bands, Certificates for complying with the standard of recognition were earned by six bands: Winthrop, ,Brick, Gode- rich 'North Street, Gorrie, Exeter James Street, .and Londesboro. Huron stands second in the London Confer- ence Branch in the supply work, 'hav- ing sent 105 bales valued at $3,7116. An increase in the circulation of the missionary monthly was reported. The importance of the influence of women in ^temperance and Christian citizenship was emphasized iby the the temperance secretary, ;while a very clear explanation of the associ- ate helpers' work was given by the secretary of that .department, a wealth of excellent books and .pamph- lets was introduced by the literature secretary. 'Over 21700 calls were made by community ,friendship secretaries. The budget plan for raising finances was highly -commended by our Christ- ian steward secretary and was well illustrated by Mrs, Greer. It was pointed out that the need was just as great, and the challenge was thrown out' "Have we really consecrated our money, our possessions and our lives?" A pleasing interlude on the programme was a reading by Mrs. Walter VanWyck of Wngham, which Egmondville United Church was thoroughly enjoyed. The morn - Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B,A., B.D. ing session closed with prayer by a0 a.m. Sunday School. Mrs. C. A.' McDonald, of Hensall. 1111 a.m. "Philip's Request for the A novel .feature -at the noon hour Father." was the 'Sandwich •Girl' with her pos- • 7 p.m. "The Sympathy of Ebel- ters from the literature department. Meiech." In the afternoon session "The Challenge of the World to Christian- ity" was the -'theme of the worship period, led by Mrs. H. V. Workman, of Seaforth, and Mrs. Christie, of Exeter. A very impressive memorial service was -conducted by Mrs. Hamilton, of Goderich, who stated that ;at this time our thoughts are raised from the seen to the unseen. (Continued on. -Page 2). WOMEN'S GROUPS' ANNUAL MEETING Huron Presbyterial' of the Women's Missionary Society Hold Suc- cessful Meetings at Wingham. A splendid attendance and a very inspirational programme marked .'the 13th 'annatal meeting of ,the Huron Presbyterial of the Women's Mission= ary Society of the (United 'Church, held at 'Winghaun on 'April 127th. Mrs., W. A. Gardiner, 'the president, pre- sided over the entire meeting. At the morning session the theme :of the worship service, .w^hich was conducted by Mrs. Nay, of Gorrie, and Mrs. Mc- Gill of Westfield, was "Christ's ;Vis- ion of a Better Society." Mrs. Nay portrayed this vision very clearly, stating that •Ohristiall women have a very important part ,to play in estab- lishing 'the Kingdom of God on earth, 'Irs. Field, of Wingham, very cordial SWEET ORANGES @ ....11c doz. PITTED CHERRIES- 2 tins 25c PRUNES, Choice 3 Ib. 25c CLOTHES LINES 15c each JAVEL WATER, 3 bottles 25c CAUSTIC SODA„ loose - 10c lb. 15c IDEAL SILVER POLISH - 25c bottle Start your chickens away right with Masters Starter, $2.60 cwt. C. Routiedge Phone 166 *'blue coal'•;' THE SOLID FUEL FOR SOLID COMFORT E. L. BOX PHONE 43 Northside United Church Rev. H. V. Workman, '101inister. 110 a.m. Sunday School. '1111 a,m., Some Sow in Tears. 7 'p.m. We Stray, Like Sheep. 7:45 pm. Thurs., Prayer -meeting. St. Thomas Church Rector, Rev. Dr. Hurford. 111 a.m. "A More Excellent Way." 7 p.m, "A Real and Living Christ- ianity." 10 a:m. Sunday School. First Presbyterian Church Rev. Hugh Jack, Minister. S. S. at 10 ant, 11 a.m. "Generosity." 7 pan. 'An Anchor of the Soul." Mid -week Thurs, evening at 8 p.m. TEN.MINUTES EARLIER Daylight saving went into effect on Sunday •in many cities, causing timetable changes. I't does not affect Chis line of the C.N.R., except that the night train .arrives ten minutes earlier. VARNA .Mrs. McConnell has returned hone after a visit with her daughter in Toronto. Mrs. M. Reid has returned to her home after spending a fortnight or more :with her sister, Mrs. Fee in, Seaforth. Mr. ,and ,Mrs, A. Seeley of Clinton called Sunday on the :fanners sister, Mrs. Austin. Mr. Alvin Elliott has secured a po- sition with the Harriston Packers. The many friends of Miss Edith Beatty will be pleased to know she. is much improved. !Mr. and Mrs. G. I3. Beatty and family called on ,friends in Clinton :and Blyth Sunday, At time of writing word has just reached ns of the death of 'Mrs, Spar- row, a much- respected resident. W. 1. The regular meeting of the Junior Women's Institute will be 'held on Wednesday, May 10, at 815 p.m. at ,the hone of ;Mrs. Leonard Strong. Ro11 call will be answered, either sing or pay. - •Mr. Rcsbt. \i•cKercher will give the topic .on Agriculture. Please- tote the change in time of meeting. MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION The Seaforth and District Minist- erial Association will hold its regular meeting an Monday next, May 1tlt, at ,2 p.m. in St. Thomas parish hall. Papers will be presented by Dr. Hur- ford and Mr. J. R. Peters. - All ministers in Seaforth and .dis- trict are invited, Tike old frame gymnasium at the Collegiate Institute is ;being torn down this week 'by Mr. H. 'Edge. The building. was .found to • be of very ;sturdy construction and. -remarkably well preserved Excursion Trains to StratFord For Children , to See Royal' Visitors All Regular Trains Cancelled for the Day on June 6th, Arrangements liavf 'been anade by ,the Lions Clubs of Seaforth,_clinton, Goderich, Mitc•hetl, and it is expected, Wingham, With the railroad and the Stratford local 'committee- in charge of the arrangements ,for the Royal visit of Their Majesties, the King and 'Queen, on June 6th at Stratford. Train time ta'b'les will be announced next week if ,possible. 'Present ar- rangements are for a general public train to leave'Goderioh at 8 a.m., and other 'trains later to take care of school .c:hildren. All regular trains will be cancelled on this 'day. All school sections will be called on this -week as it is necessary -for r the- 'connanittee to know the number oL•ohikbren'for whom to make accom- modation by May 10th, without fail, May well is ,de -finitely the last date that any .c'hild can be accepted in this organized .plan, - - The committee -in charge is W. L. Whyte, Seaforth R.R.2s ;chairman; - Dr. F. G. Thompson, Clinton; iNelson Hill, Goderich; E. C. Boswell, Seaforth; Dr. Mutton, Mitchell; and Wingham to 'be announced. Any parties requiring any informa- tion please comtnunica•te with the committee. The excursion rate will be 11145 per ;tile for 'the round •,trip, children twelve years or under, half 'fare. HURON LAYMEN ELECT OFFICERS The Spring banquet of the Lay- men's Association of Huron Deanery was held in St. Thomas parish hall on Tuesday evening and was attended by eighty churchmen from all parts of the Deanery. A splendid dinner was served 'by the ladies and much enjoyed by all. Following dinner and a -sing song Dr. Hat -fort .welcotned the delegates and Mr. C. G. Middleton of Clinton introduced the guest speak- er of the evening, Rev. Canon Town- shend of London, Diocesan •Commis- sionee, who emphasized the need of overcoming half-heartedness and in- difference of church members. With that problem solved all other prob- lenms would find easy -solution. Mr. Harold Blackstone of Coder- ich moved a vote of thanks 'to the speaker. Other visitors were then heard, Messrs. Wedd and Pratt of Simcoe, Franks and Wilson of Lon- don, Rev. Mr, Calder of Goderich and others, Election of officers for the ensuing year resulted in the re-election of the present officers as follows: -Hon. President, C. G. Middleton, Clinton; Pres•iden't, H. G. Meir, Seaforth; vice pres., Wm. Johnston of Clinton; and •secretary -treasurer, James Spittal of Wingham. TUCKERSMITH Council Minutes - The regular ,meeting of the Tuck- ersmi'th .Council was held in the town hall, Seaforth, on Saturday, April 29. Aril members present, 'the Reeve presiding. The agent for the Watrous road maintainer - interviewed the Council in regard to the purchase of a road maintainer but the Council deferred any action, pending more infornmation. The following hospital- ization bills were paid, Mrs. McClin- chey, $6:10; Mrs. Montgomery, .85; Mrs. Mennell, $6.10; Geo, Mennell $2.60; J. Pethick, 1$=17:215; and pneumo- thorax treatment for indigent '$36.00, and application 'be 'rade for Govern - inept grant on same. TheAssessorre- turned the assessment rola tor 1939 which was accepted by the Council, and the Assessor paid salary $100 and. 'postage $2.00, and the Court of Revision on said roll Was set for May 27 at 2 'p.m; The Bell Tel. Co. was given permission to place under- ground cable across the road west of Main street in Egmondville provided they assume all responsibility in re- gard to -.safeguarding traffic during the operation. The Clerk was author- ized to prepare a ;petition ;for certain property owners in Egmondville wishing .sidewalk laid, the petitioners ;guaranteeing to pay a percentage of .the cost. The Treasurer was author ''zed to immediately prepare ;a ],1st of properties in arrears for taxes for reg- istration in Goderich. Mr. John T•re- nteer appeared 'before the Council in regard to Having This •property reunov- (Continued on Pane 8.) A LETTER FROM JERUSALEM' The fallowing letter was received by Miss 'Matilda Fowler from a friend in 'Jer'usalem, Palestine. The .writer and ber :husband own a large British hote1'ht Jerusalem. The letter, which was posted on April 7, reached Sea- forth'on April.26, Among the 'pressed flowers was the "'Lily of the Field." The 'cards were deoorated with press- ed ..flowers 'of Palestine and +had'been placed on the Holy Sepulchre at Jeru- salem which adds much to their value to tourists. - Jerusalem, April 7. Dean Miss Fowler: Thank you for your letter. I :am sending a few 'flowers I :have ,pressed, which were .growing on the high ground across the road, and Atalla'h (the. man at the shop where I took you) gave me these cards. -which pi1- grit-0s -buy. I1 is like living in a sage here for the l'as't three years; civilians have little freedom of movement and -we cannot go outside the municipal area. a 'ot F It is a beautiful country but we are all so weary with waiting for the gov- ernment to make some definite -deci- sion as regards ;policy and to Stave 'peace restored. The poverty here is simply Iheart4reaking amongst both 'the .Arabs and 'Jews, and one ca•n do so little to help. We have lead good rains this year, so the .crops should be good, and the cisterns are full We are so glad you have such happy memories of Palestine. I do hope you will„)nana'ge •to come over again 'when things are a bit 'better, I am sure there are still many things you 'haven't done and places you 'haven't .visited in Jerusalem which you would enjoy. As tourists are '� an unknown quantity" now we hovel mostly air -force and military people in the house which keeps things going, but we shall he very glad, when there is no need for them. Your 'farm does sound most attrac- tive.and you must be very busy -still a really jolly life. My "farm" consists of ai clog, two cats, ten canaries, and ten jortoises. They are a great source of !pleasure to .us these clays when we .havt, to 'stay 'putt so much. - 11'tith kind regards, Yours sincerely, Elam HOLD INQUEST The inquest into the death of Mrs. Andrew Montgomery, who died ou April 11111th a few 'hours after receiving severe burns at her home, was held on Friday last at the town hall, with Coroner Dr. F. T. Burrows presiding. The jury returned a verdict that -Mrs. Montgomery had come to cher death from shock 'due to bourns re- ceived in a fire of ;nknown origin, The jury added a rider that no blame was attached to anyone in connection wit'h the tragic death. The verdict was returned after the jury had deliberated for twenty min- utes. The inquest lasted about three hours. Grown Attorney D. E, Holmes examined the witnesses. After all ;the evidence 'had been submitted, Coroner Dr. F. J. Burrows addressed the jury explaining their duties, There was no :evidence, Dr, Burrows declared, to show what had transpired in the ,upstairs room of the Montgomery home before Mr. 'Mont'gom'ery had found his wife in flames about 1.13.45 a.nt, The evidence showed that Mrs. Montgomery was quite conscious from the time the (dames were ex- tinguished .until site died at the hosp- ital 'five hours later. Medical evid- ence indicated that there was an in- jury to the scalp, which had been suffered shortly 'before death, al- though it was stated it was not a serious injury. It had not .cawed any fracture .or caused any bruise on the skin, .but it ;was severe enough to cause a hemorrhage, said Dr. W. L. Robinson, professor -of pathology at Toronto university, who examined the scalp Everything else was normal,. It was said that the injury .on the head may have been caused by Mrs. Montgomery striking her head on the ceiling While climbing 'the narrow stairs leading to the room where she was found -m :flames on a burning mattress. Also Mrs, Montgomery night have ;bumped her head and 'then staggered a few feet and fallen :unconscious on the burning mattress. De, 7. D. Colq•uhoun told the jnry he had been called about 1'115 -o'clock a:nn, and that he found Mrs. Mont- gomery on a daybed in the living room. She was -quite conscious and she recognized hien. She was nal suffering a great deal and she was terribly :burned over almost the en- (Continued on Pare Four)' kppened r&you? CUSHION LOCK is THE ANSWER NO METAL TOUCHES THE LENS CUSHION -LOCK, the new scientific cushioned construction for rimless glasses, features DURATEX... a non -deteriorating cushioning pad that eliminates strain, minimizes the danger of Lens breakage and loosening. 4.1 S AVAUG E ... Jeweller and Optometrist ENZENSBERGER-SILLS A very pretty spring wedding was solemnized .on Saturday morning, April 29th, at 10 o'clock in St, 'Janes' Catholic -Church, Seaforth, when Nora Monica, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shea Sills, John Street, was united in marriage to Henry Enzensberger, son of Mrs, Enzensberger, Detroit, and the late Joseph Enzensberger. The •altars were +beautifully decor- ated with Easter lilies and pink snap- dragon. As the bridal 'party entered the church the wedding march from Lohengrin was sung by Miss Dor- othy O'Connell, accompanied by Mrs, 13. ;O'Connell, aunt of the bride, Nuptial mass was celebrated by a cousin of the bride, Rev. Charles Armstrong, C^S.B., Assumption Coll- ege, Sandwich, Ont., the double ring marriage ceremony being .performed by Rev,, T. P, Hussey, P.P. Music from Rosentigs Mass was Sung bv-relafives iaf'the bride, conig`re- gational style, accompanied 'by the organist Mrs. Frank Devereau:c, aunt of the bride. Daring the signing of the register, Grieg's "I Love Yon," was also sung by a brother of the bride, Mr. Frank Sills Jr. The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a lovely gown of mar- quisette over satin, empire style, sweetheart net with floral design in pearls, leg-of-mutton sleeves with three yard train ,buttoned down the back with satin buttons and circular finger tip veil banded with tiny rows of satin, floral coronet and pearls and white satin slippers. She carried a white missal with a satin marker dec- orated with pink and white sweet peas and lily -of -the -valley. Her 'bridesmaid, Miss Mary Mal- one, in aquamarine 1pce, empire style, with gloves to match, carried a sheaf of Empire roses. Her cap was peach flowers with peach and gold shoes. The 'flower girl was her cousin, Mary Lou Sills, little daughter of Mr, and Mrs. C. P. Sills. She wore a floor -length empire style peach net over peach taffeta with blue velvet -bows at neck and on the skirt, blue gloves, head covering of blue net with 'blue forget -nue -hots, white shoes and nosegay of white sweet peas and forget -me -snots centred with a Talis- man rose, The 'bridegroom was attended by his brother, Mr. Alfred Enzensberger. Mrs, Francis S. Sills,- mother of the bride, was becomingly gowned in a long chartreuse colored dress, pic- ture hat in Tahiti blue with 'pleated veiling in royal orchid with char- treuse matching accessories in Tahiti blue and peach corsage. The mother of the bridegroom wore a navy white printed crepe ensemble with corsage in pink, hat in black with iuschia and black accessories. Following the ceremony a buffet breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents to some fifty guests. The going -away -costume of the bride was a springtime box coat over print silk dress in -blue spring- time and white tones, turban, clogs and bag of Queen's blue. Out -of -,town ,guests were present from Brighton, Michigan, Lincoln Park, Detroit, Sandwich, Ont. Tor- onto, Barrie and St. Marys, TO HOLD ANNUAL MEETING The annual .meeting of .the Huron Football League will be ,held in the Carnegie Library, Seaforth, on Mon- day evening. May 8th, 'at 8 p.m, - COLLEGIATE GIRLS' VOLLEY BALL On Thursday the girls of Seaforth Collegiate held three volley - ball games. Farnn Hi defeated team 2- of Grade 9A, 21349, Form I1I.-;Z. Dunlop 3; C. Holmes 8; H. Moffat 3; T. Mc- Iver 2; E. Eckert 4; B. Sandford, F. Elgie 2; L. McGavin I. 9A -M. Swan 6; M. Lawrence 1; M. Finnigan 2; B...Campbell 2; R. Pretty 2; N, Dexter 1; F. Bell .3; L. Southgate 2; J. Rapson. Form PV i& 'V deefated team 2 of -11OA, 130-212. Forst TV & :V. -A. Law- rence 2; B. Manley; C. Dohnage 3; F, Matthews 4; T. Forbes 10; A. Eproule 3; I. Anderson 6; 3. And- erson 2. - 10A. -D. Tamen S; D. Gallop 2: P,. Matthews 4; I. McKellar 1; H. Dev- ereaux; Leonore Eller 6; L. Wright 3; 'J. \•lulls, H. ,MoNtaughton. • Team- 1' of 110A -defeated team '1 of • 9A, 26-118. A. Walters 3; 36. Sclater 3;M, McDaid 4; M. Stewart' -H. Wil- son 3'; T. Dolmage 4; A. McGavin 11; W. Ross 4; E. Rivers 4; H. Anderson. 9A -K, Holmes 3; A. Moore 2; M. Holtman 3; E. Lane 2; J. Farquhar- son; A. Dunlop, L. Henderson 2; 3. :Moffat; 1. Eckert 1. On Tuesday, team •1' of 1.10A defeat- ed Form III, 27419. 10A -E. Rivers 2; M. Sclater 1; 31. Stewart 4; H. Wilson 113; A. McGavin 1; W. Ross 3; H. Anderson 3. Forst II1-E, Eckert 3; F. Elgie: M, Murphy 3;'Z. Dunlop 7: D. Reg- ier 3; T. McIver 3; G. Earle, M. O'Neill. Teats 2 of .10A defeated team 1 of 9A, 2^3-113, • 10A=J. Mills 7; 31. Hudson 7; B. Matthews 3; J. Me:- Kellar fe:Kellar !1;M. Duncan 11; L. Wright 2; H. McNaughton +1r; 13. Devereaux 4. 9A -K. Holmes 3; A. Moore 3; I. Mowbray 1; E. Lane 2; J. Farquhar- son 21; A. Dunlop; L. Henderson 1: I. Eckert. Forms IV and V defeated team 2 of 9A, 39-15. IV and, V-A. Law- rence 4; B. Manley dill; I. Anderson 9; F. Matthews 7; T. Forbes; A. Sproule 1; J. Anderson 11; H. Earle 6. 9A -M, Swan 4; .M, Lawrence 3: M. Finnigan 3; R. Pretty 2; J. Rap- son 1; B. Campbell 1; N. Dexter 'I; F. Bell; L. Southgate. ANNUAL MEETING The choir of First Presbyterian Church held their annual meeting on Friday, April 28th; when the follow- ing officers were elected: Hot. presidents, 'M•r. John Beattie, Rev. Hugh Jack, Mrs. J. G. Mulien. • President, James T. Scott; vice pres., \:Irs, Robt. Smith; sec.-treas., Mrs. M. A. Reid: gown corn., Mrs, W. A. Wright, Mrs. A. Kerr, Mrs. Munn; social COM., Mrs. McKellar, Mr:. tiling, 'Mrs, Robt, Smith, Miss P. Patterson, 3frs. Mae Dorrance; flow- er con., Mrs, Rennie, Miss H. Mur- ray, Mrs. Reid McKILLOP BRANCH W.M.S. The McKillop W.M.S. held their monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. J. \M... Govenlos'k, Seafortli, April 20th, The meeting opened iby singing, hymn 212, The president then led in prayer. The. Scripture lesson was read by Miss Jean Scott. The lesson from the study 'hook. was ably taken by .Mrs. Bell, Current events ivere read' by Mrs. Dorrance. 'Mrs, McMillanand Mrs. Bell. Mrs. Govenlock then fav- ored with a lovely solo. The sheeting closed by singing iiytnn 21114 and all . repeating the Lord's Drayer, _ '