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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1941-10-16, Page 1Night after night, fleet autumn races by, . Each oak and maple tree sire's seen Bears evidence where she has been; Flaunting their scarlet leaves and gold e, , HURON COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER WHOLE SERIES, VOL, 63, No. 42 They .sing her ere • ...._. ..,.ho.;a it's iiy cum u , nue s tamp .n chane, Wild wo ie g,L+r name u ut, t ate Co., land, Gay slt,,,. , I.:. hand. SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 811, 1941 Yhene 34. 1 a year, MAPLE LEAF SOAP FLAKES FOR FINER WOOLLENS 16c & 69c each HEINZ 1A11 SOLI'. - 3 tins ... .. .. __ :. _ _ 23.c Five Point Mar•maltde.— Per jar 18c, 33c ARROW BLEND TEA.— Half pound 38c LONDON HOUSE COFFEE.— Half pound .................................... 27c OGILVIE BLENDIES.— Pkg.c.....- ...... .......... 1 O DI6 JELLY POWRS.— Assorted. 5 for 25c SEEDED RAISINS.— Loose, Per lb. 15c HORSE RADISH.— Bottle ....- 35c. AYLMER SOUP.— Vegetable or Tomato. Tin ..... ........................... 5c CHATEAU CHEESE.— Per HEESE—Per lb, 33c AMMONIA.—Star, Handy or Snowflake. 2 for lic IVORY LAUNDRY SOAP - 2 bars 19c WINDOW CLEANI R— Bottle ..... ....... .- . 15c STAIN -WAY FLIJSH.— Tin 22c JOHNSTON FLOOR WAN.---- Tin .. 590 COMFORT Tin ............. leo MASTERS PIG Si'ARTER.— Cwt. $2.75 A. RoutiedgePhone 166 leMIMSEI *'blue coal'.; ti.TIIE SOLID FUEL FOR SOLID COMFORT E. L. BOX PHONE 43 L.C. Don Dale Writes From England Has Spent Over A Year in the Old Country—Sends Greet- ings To Friends Here The following letter was received recently from L.C. Don Dale, by his mother, Mrs. Jean Dale, Somewhere in England. Sept. 5th. Dearest Folks at Hoare—Well, fonts, it is jest one year ago yester, day that we landed in this country, and boy, has it ever been a long one, in one way, and short, in another. I can remember coming up the old Clyde river, after we had been sail- ing for seven days steady, outside of the four we were tied up, outside of Halifax; 11 clays on the water alto- gether. We were sure glad to see land then, but will be an awful lot gladder to see the shores of Canadian soil again. We were never moved off the boat till that night, as she was too large to dock at a port, and they took as in on a river ferry under the cover of darkness, and hurried us on to a long train. It was so dark you couldn't see where we were going as there was a bad air raid on. Then we had to ride all the way through the British Isles and didn't land at Aldershot till away on in the after- noon, so we r s had expert - ' x ert- .t sure some m P epee on our first 24 hours here. I guess I am telling you all this news a Hale late (just a year) but better late than never. We sure have come through a lot since then. Some good times and some had ones, but the main thing, 1 ani still feeling great and going strong, The boys are nearly ail away to- night and I am alone here just now in my tent, with the radio going full blast. I just finished doing n washing and ate going down to have a shower as soon as I finish this letter. We have, a long week end as we have to- • -and Sunday off, It is nett mot` p y I near time, as we have been working seven days II week pretty near all along. There has been a convoy of rail conte in tonight, but didn't get y letters tonight. Hope my luck is i better tomorrow. I may go down to Ropers tomorrow, and if I do, will take your note down, Mother. We are figuring on leaving here any time now, and am leaves are starting again. They have been cut off for the last two months; mine is clue the 20th of this month. I just don't know where to go, es yet. Wish I code get up into Ireland but they won't let the Canadian troops gn there. That's about the only place on the Isles I think I haven't been. At least we seemed to have covered a lot of territory. Of course a lot of it has been at night, when I couldn't 3 see it. Mackenzie King gave a big speech last night and it was very I good. Winston Churchill spoke right ' after; he is a grand speaker too. But speaking is never going to win this war, I don't think, There has got to i be some action pretty soon, and the sooner the better, That's what we came over here for, after all. We have had 0 little, but it has been too lone sided. Hope you folks are all just fine. I guess you will he right into the fall work now. There is always lots to 1 do on the old farm (and lots to eat too). How is Barb? I never hear from her. I guess I should write her pretty soon. Is Uncle Bob any bet- ter? Bob Smith, Spec, Curly and the six boys are Just fine. Bob is just as brown as an Indian, and is a great worker. He is working at his trade now, as concrete worker. He seems to like the army o,k., at least he never says he doesn't. but maybe he is keeping that to himself. Don't forget to send more pictures of tine kiddies and yourselves, as I will forget what yen all look like if you don't. Some of the boys here have bought MISCELLANEOUS SHOWER cars and motor cycles for themselves, I just see one coming in new, and by FOR BRIDE ELECT the sound of it, 1 don't think it will go much farther, but they have to Mrs. W. M. Hart was hostess for have something to get around in, and a miscellaneous shower at her home the Canadians sure can get around. on Monday evening, given in honor They have quite a• reputation, over here now, and I guess the people will Northside United Church Anniversary Services. The Rever- end Dr. A, S. Orton. M.A„S.T.M., of Emmanuel College, Toronto. Services at 11 0,m. and 7 p.m. Special anniversary music. Special anniversary thank -offering. Come and enjoy those services. St. Thomas Church Rector: Rev. R. P. D. Hurford, D.D. 10 a.m. Sunday School. 11 a.m., "The Success of Failure." 7 p.m. No service, Attend United Church Anniversary service. St. Mary's Church, Dublin 2.25 p.m. Sunday School, 3 p.m. "The Success of Failure." Egmondvilie United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A..B.D. 10 non., Sunday School. 11 a.m„ "The Christian's Difficul- ties. TEMPERANCE CONVENTION HERE ON OCTOBER 29 Annonnc:•mcnl was oracle this week t11a1. the. Duren County Tempr•rani,e Federation will hold their annual convention here in Northside United Church on Wednesday, dnesday, Oct. 29111, at 1.45 p.m. The address will he given by Rev. C. W. DeMilie. D.D„ of Tomtit), newly appointed general secretary of the Ontario .Federation, Mr, W. G. Medd of Exeter is pre- sident, and Rev. W. A, Bremner of Seaforth is secretary of the Huron County Federation. REPORT OF SECTIONAL MEETING GIVEN W.M.S. The W. M. S. of North Side United Church held their October meeting on the 9th with the president, Mrs. Lawson in the chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were read incl seconded by Miss Lawrence. Miss Ferguson gave the treasurer's report and Mrs. Archibald presented the financial budget for the last quarter, which was seconded by Miss Goven- lock, Mrs. Keine then gave a temper- ance reading. The roll call then foll- owed. Mrs. Finlayson gave a very interesting report of the sectional, meeting which was held at Constance on Oct. 7811, Miss Wallace aseeaptain the of Circle 4 then took charge of h devotional period and opened that part of the service by the use of the hymn, "Rock of Ages.” Miss Wallace react the 723 Psalm in the hymnary and the Lord's prayer was repeated in unison and followed by prayer by Miss Wallace and the hymn, "Give Peace in our time," was read as 0 prayer responsively. Miss Lawrence then gave a preview of the new study book which Miss Lawrence pre- sented in au able and very interest. ing way. Miss Govenlock moved a. vote of thanks to Mrs. Finlayson for her report of the convention which was seconded by Miss Alexander. "I am thine 0 Lord," was then sung, P us. n wecl byprayers b or ten f I n p Y Y 141ra. Mrs. Pollard received the offering, and the meeting closed with the Mizpah benediction. of Miss Dorothy Bannon, bride -elect be glad to get rid of them. of this month. The early part of the Well, folks, that is about all for evening was spent playing cards, now, as I haven't any fresh news, but prizes being won by Misses Isabelle maybe will do better, in my next Flannigan and Loretto Bannon, A letter. Give my very best to all I mock wedding then took place prow- know, arid take good care of your- iding mirthful entertainment. Those selves. Cheerio for now, oceans of taking part were: Minister, Mrs, Ca- love. mi11e Schumer; bride, Miss Betty DON Matthews; bridegroom Miss Kathleen (No. A19482 L.C. Don Dale, 2nd Holmes. Miss Banaon was then batt. R.C.E., B. Company, C.A.AF). presented with many lovely gifts, which were .brought in representing a five storey wedding cake decorated in pink and white and topped with a bride and groom. A dainty luncheon was then served to some twenty-flve girl friends. ODDFELLOW .OFFICERS INSTALLED BY D.D.G.M. Wor..Bro. D.D.G.M. A. G. Hicks of Exeter was present on Wednesday evening and installed the officers of Fidelity Lodge, No. 55, I.0.0.F., at Seaforth. J.P.G., Dave McLean; N.G., A. Boyes; V.G., T. Carter; Rec. Sec., A. Westcott; Fin. Sec., R. Smith; Treas., W. 3. Williams; Warden, E. Mole; Conductor, Dr, F. Harburn; chaplain, E. 13. Goudie: R.S.S„ M. Burke; R.S.N.G., M. McKellar; L.S. N.G., J. Docherty; Inside. Chas. Reeves; 0.G., J. Quail; R.S.V.G., J. Thompson; L.S.V.G., Bev Beaton. Seaforth Population Is 1,695 This Year Town Council Receives Asses- sor's Report — Assessment Total Higher The town council held its regular meeting on Tuesday evening, Mayor Ciluff presided; also present were Reeve Scott, Councillors Sills, Parke, Holmes, Smith and Keating, Minutes of last regular meeting were read by Clerk D. H. Wilson and. approved, Letters of appreciation for identifi- cation discs were read from J. Neil- son, Sumner, Que., and Gunner J, F. Ritchie, London. A communication from J. L. Graham and Co. asked con- sideration of exchange of equal value Town of Seaforth bond for $2,000 Victory Loan bond held by the town. The Town of Seaforth bond has four /years' shorter period of investment. The matter was left in the hands of the Finance committee. Assessor Wm. Anent presented his report showing total population 1695, a decrease of 22. The total as- sessment is $1,111,778, an increase of $2,657 over last year, Number of dogs listed: 8 more than last year. A letter from a store proprietor asked council to require that street meetings s on Saturday nights selectect various locations in rotation instead of just one place. Council decided it had no jurisdiction over the present r1reumstances. Current taxes are about 77q, paid to date, near the sante antotna as at this time last year. Tax arrears coll- ections allowed an increase over this date a year ago, The tax sale list will be ready shortly, Several prop- erty deeds not registered for many years were taking extra time and work in clearing titles, The treas- urer was authorized to proceed with distraint for taxes on several unpaid business tax accounts. Motions: Sills -Scott, that the pro- position as outlined by J. L. Graham & Co, be left in the hands of the fin- ance committee to be dealt with. Parke -Sills, that the 1941 assess- ment roll re property be received from the assessor and his salary paid., Holmes -Smith, that the collector; be authorized to return all collect- or's rolls without distraining and a warrant for tax sale be signed. The, treasurer and solicitor to proceed with tax sale as per statutes, also that the treasurer be instructed to distrain for business taxes as per, attached list. Report of finance committee Jno. A. Stewart $4.30; D. H. Wilson, $60.- 42; R. Shinen, 521.66; J, Currie, 537.- 50; 37:50; J. Cummings, $70; J, A. Wilson, Pension, 520; Municipal World Ltd.,1 511.08; M. H. Hoff, 71e; County of Huron, 5126.20; Bell Telephone Co., 53.58; Geo. A. Sills & Son, 561.60; Hagler Transport, 52; Geo. D. Ferg- uson, $29.02; Dept. of Trade & Com- merce, $6.50; Geo. Seip, $19.35; Im- perial 011 Ltd., $9.48; Jas., A. Stew- art $4; Jas. Grieve, 512.90; Sol Will- iams $4.20; H. Hoggarth, $6,90; Wm, Ament,. $4.35; Wrn, Montgomery, 512; Jos. Storey $72; D. H. Wilson, cash relief, $9.28. GLLLESPIE-JACKSON Grace United Church, Caledonia, was the setting Saturday afternoon, October llth, for the marriage of Miss Jessie Evelyn Jackson, daughe ter• of Mrs. Jackson and the late Harry Jackson, to. Mr. James Earl Gillespie, Caledonia, son of Mrs. Gil- lespie and the late William E. Gilles- pie, Seaforth. Rev. James A. Gale of- ficiated, and Mr. Douglas Scott was at the organ. Mrs. R. Bruce Laing sang. Mr. Melvin W. Gilmore gave his niece in marriage, and she wore a graceful gown of candlelight blue embroidered taffeta, made in bouf- fant style. A Mary Queen of Scots head-dress held her veil of blue net and she carried a nosegay of Briar- cliff roses and bouvar'dta. Miss. Vera Jones, her only attendant, was freak- ed rocked in fuchsia taffeta, with head-dress of bronze pom-poms, and carried a nosegay of snatching lowers. Mr. C. Aubrey Gray, Toronto, was grooms- man, and ,the ushers were Mr. John Minore, Hamilton, and Mr: James Gibson, Caledonia. After the recep- tion the couple left on a motor trip to Northern Ontario and will live in. Caledonia on their return, The bride travelled in a suit of wine corduroy, matching hat and corsage of wine and bronze pom-poms. • SOUTH HURON PLOWING MATCH ON OCT. 23RD The South Huron Plowing Match will be held on the farm of Asa Pen - hale on the outskirts of Exeter on Thursday, October 23rd. Over $40000 in prize money is of- fered in the various classes which include both single plows and trac- tors, The secretary of the South Huron Plowmen's Association is Percy Passmore, reeve of Usborne Township. ""IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE" A valuable keepsake was advertis- ed in the "Lost" column of The Sea - forth Newslast week. Result: By Thursday afternoon, a few hours af- ter the paper was issued, the owner received word from the finder of the missing article. Truck Driver Dies Following Accident A FORTY-FOUR YEARS' THRESHING RECORD -- Las( n,.,. ii :Ito- Si ,00,th N ws t,er of 0 record of ttl !l,resb- h,e 1,1 one farm in 41)11111; v.bi,h Molted 1111- a record hard to beet. Now word comes from 1/111115 township that Mt•. Join fol( of i,utt- Oe=boro has just. completed41years' threshing fur Elgin Joslhtg, 11111 eonceseion 01 Hallett, missing one year in the forty-four. Those who assisted with the 1941 threshing were Charlie Vedder, John Vodtleu, John Snell, John Kenny, Charlie Jos - ling, Itay Snell and Harvey Bunking, and Vic Kenney, who works for Mr, Nott. PARCELS FOR 1 SOLDIERS OVERSEAS The deadline for mailing of par- cels to our fighting men, in order to I reach them by Christmas, has been. set as early in November. The public are therefore asked to mail early and avoid disappointment. To correct an erroneous impres- sion, the limit of weight of parceis to Canadian soldiers overseas is eleven pounds, not five pounds. This , latter weight has to do with individ- uals, not soldiers, Red Cross Notes The Iadies who are knitting- socks are once again reminded not to cast on the stitches too tightly. An invitation is extended to the public to visit -the Iced Cross •s rooms on Friday afternoon and see the dis- play of warm clothing for Civilian Defense Workers. This include, 30 coats, 11 knitted suits and 10 dresses and was mado possible by a genet, ous donation. Recently we received a request for turtle -neck sweaters for the air force withthe T 't information that while flying the men wear a sweater instead of a shirt and tie. As we have yet not been able to meet our quota for the army and navy, how then will we meet this new demand? We must have knitters who will make turtle- neck sweaters. Won't YOU start one now? F. Kohl, Birr, Passes Here— Collision at Hensall Inter-' section Fred W. Kohl, of Birr, truck driv- er for McManus Petroleum Co. of London, died in Scott Memorial hos- pital, Seaforth, with concussion of the brain and a fractured skull re- ceived in a traffic accident at the corner of No. 8 highway and No. 84 highway at the village of Hensall at 5,30 p.m. on Saturday. James H. Messer of 511 Briarcliffe ave., Tor- onto, accompanied by his father-in- law, Mr. Hilliary Horton of Exeter, were driving north to Wingham on No. 4 highway in Mr. Messer's new Buick sedan when Kohl, driver of the truck, driving east through Hensall, crashed into the sedan, throwing it out of control and off the pavement, taking the east side ditch and shatt- ering a hydro pole, which wrecked a pole on the opposite side of the pave- ment, from which a guy wire extend- ed. Electric wires were dangerouslY strewn about. The Messer car was badly damaged and the oil truck con- tinued for 100 feet, described a right about and rolled over in the ditch and was totally wrecked. Oil drums were broken open and oil spilled over the road. Kohl was thrown headlong for forty feet and picked up from the ditch unconscious. Traf- fic officer Taylor, Clinton, investig- ated. Dr. D. G. Steer attended the injured and had them removed to the hospital in Bonthron & Drysdale ambulance. Mr. Messer suffered a broken kneecap, head and face lac- erations and was able to return to his home Sunday after receiving treatment at the hospital. Mr. Hor- ton of Exeter escaped with minor injuries. Dr. 3, W. Shaw of Clinton and Dr. Burrows of ,Seaforth decided an inquest was unnecessary. MRS. GEO. W. HILL The death occurred at her home on James street on Friday, after a lengthy illness of Elizabeth Ann Carter, wife of George W. Hills. She was in her 58th year and was born in McKillop, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Carter. Following her marriage on September 3, 1907, to George Hill, they resided in Alberta for some time, returning to Seaforth about twenty years ago. Surviving are her husband and one son, Stan- ley; also her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Carter, of Hullett; three sisters and. two brothers, Mrs. Geo. Dale, Walton, Mrs. John Ferguson, Hullett, Mrs. Malcolm McI,ellar, Seaforth, John Carter, Hullett, and James Carter, Tuekersmith. A dau- ghter Margaret predeceased her when e child. The funeral was held Saturday af- ternoon, Oct. 11th, from her late residence. Rev. Hugh Jack" of First Presbyterian Church, officiated. In- terment took place in Harpurhey cemetery. The pallbearers were J. H. Scott, W. A. Wright, D. H. Wilson, Will Thompson, Will Carnochan and Thos. Ferguson. The numerous beau- tiful floral tributes included the fol- lowing: Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hill, Cal- gary; employees of DeHaviland Air- craft Co., Weston; Mr. and Mrs. F. Elliott, Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Mel- vin Hill, Vermilion, Alta.; Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Smith; Mr. and Mrs. Eft H. Wilson, Mrs. Jas. D. Hinchley, Mrs. S. Spencer; Miss F. Bragger, Presbyterian choir. WINS AT STRATHROY In the 2,28 class at Strathroy races on Monday, Texas McKinney, owned by William Cudmore of Sea - forth and driven by Harry Fields, took the first heat in 2,10101 to lower his own record and came back to win the second heat, in which he pulled up lame and was withdrawn from the race. Presentation to Hullett Service Men K. Hesselwood and Wes Hog- garth Honored by Cons- tance Friends On Friday evening about sixty neighbors gathered at the home of 38,'. and Mrs. Austin Dexter in honor of Private. Keith Hesselwood and Wes Hoggarth of the Canadian Navy, prior to their departure for overseas service. The evening was spent in music and games after which lunch was served. The address was read by W. R. Jewitt and J, Sanderson pre- sented Wes with a wrist watch, and Mrs, K. Hesselwood, in Keith's ab- sence, with a signet ring and a razor. Both boys also received a sweater and a pair of socks from the Londes- bora Red Cross. "Dear Wes: We your friends and neighbors are glad you are able to be with us to -night and truly sorry that we did not be- stir ourselves a week soots' SO that we could have had an evening with Keith too. However it is better late than never and so to -night we are glad of this opportunity of express- ing our well wishes and appreciation of tine fact that you are going out to tight our battles. To be a member of the British or Canadian navy is to show a tradition which warns all of our hearts. 'England expects every man this day 10 do his duty.' You have heard that call to duty and are answering it. Not to put any price on the service 7011 are rendering but as a token of our respect and good wishes we present this wrist watch. Sigped on behalf of family and Hei- 1 ghbors, W, R. Jewitt.." "Dear Keith: We readily admit we have been slow in our remembering but you have , been fast in your training and so have got a jump ahead of us but to- night we are trying to catch up. We are proud to be able to send out from our neighborhood young men second to none in honor and ability. 1 You have picked up that torch pass- ! ed on by the Canadian heroes of 1914 to '18 and wewho are to stay at home realize that while our job may have hard work and long hours ;yours too has that and also has dan- gers and glory. Whatever it holds, you have our well wishes and our hong` and respect, as a token of which we present this signet ring and a Wilkinson razor. Signed on be- half of neighbors, W. R. Jewitt." Miss Ethel Dexter returned to her duties in. Kitchener after spending her holidays at her home here. SHOP AT IT PAYS FEDERATION NEWS . Minutes of the Huron County Federation meeting held in the Ag- ricultural Board room, Clinton, on Tuesiiny evening, October 71h: The minutes of the last meeting Wel'e adopted. Considerable discussion followed on municipal health doct- ors, and the government olio en g p Y feed grain, resulting in a motion by the county federation to the provinc- ial unit, "That the new policy of the government in reducing the freight rates by one-third from the western province was wholly inadequate and if the Huron County farmers were expected to produce foodstuffs, they must have cheaper grain or lower freight rates." The meeting 'adjourn- ed at 11 o'clock and will meet again Tuesday, November 4th, Grey Township Federation held a meeting at Moncrieff, on Friday, Oct. 10th. Reeves 3. H. Scott, R, Dor- ranee and S. Whitmore were the speakers. These speakers will also be in Varna, October 22nd, sponsored by Stanley Township Federation. Mr. R. J. Scott. president of the U. F. 0., and director of the Canad- ian Federation of Agriculture, will speak at Ethel, Friday, October 17th. APPLE DAY YIELDS $95 According to Scout officials, re- turns are not complete yet on apple day which was held Saturday by the local Boy Scouts. It is estimated the sum will be about $95.00, ap- proximately the Same as last year. MRS. IDA MAY WILL:5 The funeral of Mrs. Ida May Wil- lis, daughter of the late Thomas Gibson and Margaret Braden of Fordwich, who died in Seaforth on Wednesday last in her 64th year, was held on Sunday, Oct. 12th at 2 p.m. from Brussels United Church, Rev. Charles Lewis and Rev, Hugh Jack officiating. Pallbearers were her nephews, Norman Montgomery, William Roberts, Clarence Harris, Jack Gallagher, Clarence Willis and Clarence Young. Her grandchildren were lowerbearers. Interment was made in Brussels cemetery. Mrs. Willis is survived by a son, Wilfred E., of Brussels; three daugh- ter, ,firs. Vance Sanderson (Lola} Wingham; Mrs. Herbert Sullivan, (Valieria) Brussels; Mrs. Reginald Kerslake (Edythe), Seaforth; two brothers, Edwin Gibson and Harry Gibson of Wingham; four sisters, Mrs. William Montgomery and Mrs. ls. A. Harris of Fordwich, Mrs. R. E. McCallum, of Mount Forest; Mrs. Alex. Hill, Trenton, and fourteen grandchildren. STANLEY Four Generations -- Visitors at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Robert Baker, town line, Zurich, for Thanksgiving were Mrs. W. Luke' and Miss Gladys, of Hensall; Miss Wanda Baker, of Staffs., Mr. and Mrs. Glen Baker and sons of Dashwood, and Mr. and Mrs. Austin Balser and son of Stratford. There were four generations at the o1d fa- mily home that day: they were Mrs. W. Luker, her son, ,Robert Baker, her grandson, Glen Baker, her great grandson, Glen Leo Baker, "LET NOT YOUR HEART BE TROUBLED" "Let not your heart be troubled, God is near. He knows your sorrow, marks each falling tear. Let not your faith and confidende grow dim, Do well your part and leave the rest to Him. "Let not your heart be troubled, lesh alone Is impotent, but God is on His Throne, Leave in His Hands the problems of to -day, And He will give you courage by the way. Let not your heart be troubled, though afar Your dearest friends and best be- loved are, In danger He is near to make them strong, And comfort them through hours dark and long. H, ISABEL GRAHAM