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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1955-01-20, Page 1n S. fi tt to. OW. •0 r. n6. >en•. A. J. ger„ :on- ich : ,ro ; sate. or ptlY the heir Uffie P. ef- rst- Mamia EI s CE tors. tors. 4:21 ods) lone u,m- gOV L T Sw our out the om ed with 'otel, h all .niece cher. • and a al. mted. Could z on 0 At, Baet, co of UAL 1NY Hill 1030 The Seafar WHOLE SERIES, VOL 77 SEAPORRTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 1955 8r.fio 0 Year Authorized O s S onnd t , r1Oqs ,r..';I, Post. Snowdon Bros., Publishers TO CELEBRATE HER 92ND BIRTHDAY Mrs. Janet MacDonald cele- brates'her 92nd birthday on Jam 25th, at the home of her daugh- ter, Mrs. C. E. Smith, with whom she lives. Formerly Janet Beaton, she was born at Crieff, Ontario, in 1862, of Highland Scotland parentage. At the age of seven she moved with her parents to Kinloss twp„ where in 1882 she married Thomas MacDonald, who passed away in 1982. With the exception of 12 years in Algoma district, the family lived in Lucknow or vi- cinity until 1939. CHIMNEY FIRE The Seaforth rural fire truck answered a call on Saturday about 6 p.m. to the former liam Doig farm at the turn in the Kippen road, to put out a chimney fire. The farm was re- cently purchased by Mr. Arrie Binnendyk, who lives in the (,�'I''?alair's second house. The family had been working in the house during the day getting it ready to move in shortly, as the place bas been vacant for sever- al years. No damage was clone. SUBSCRIBERS WRITE I am sending the subscription for my dear aunt, Laving Leitch. She has had two strokes, one a couple of years ago, and "another quite recently. She enjoys the poetry of John Beattie, and waits each week for The News. She lived in Egmondville.—M. Isabel Dodson, St. Louis, Mis- souri. • I am delighted to get the pa- per as I am from Hulled, leav- ing there in 1903 with nay hus- h nd, the late Robert Lindsay, v:;:,.:r"'llassed away in 1952. Many have gone on too but I still can enjoy hearing the news.—Mrs. . Cecilia Lindsay, Swift .Current, Saskatchewan. L.O.B.A. EUCHRE A very pleasant evening was spent at the L.O.B.A. euchre on Friday evening. The following were winners: L a di e s most games, Mrs. Bethune; lone hands, Mrs. George Reeves; con- solation, Miss May Smith. Men's most games, David. Papple; lone hands, Peter Bethune; consola- tion, Russell Coleman. ANNUAL MEETING OF PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The annual meeting of First Presbyterian Church was held Monday, Jan. 17 at $ p.tn. in the school goons of the 'Church. There was a good attendance. The meeting was opened with bY the Rev. exercisesev. 11 G. Campbell. F. E. Willis was appointed chairman of this meeting, with J. A, Murray act- ing as Secretary. (Very encouraging reports were react from the following organizations: W.M.S„ W.M.S. McKillop Branch, Barbara Kirk- man Auxiliary, Mission Band, Explorers C.G.LT., Sigma C., Church School, Christian Edu- cation Committee, Young Peo- ples' Society, Ladies' Aid Socie- ty, Flower and Gift Committee, Fireside Fellowship Gran p, Men's Club, Choir, Managers and Treasurer. Mr. C. M. Smith was re-elected Church Treasurer. The following to bave retired this year, were re-elected by acclamation to the Board of Managers for a 3 -year term Scott (fluff, Jas. Keyes, S. C. Cornish, K. I. McLean. Li addition to increased fin- ancial offerings during the year, it was announced that the bud- get allocation had been exceeded by approximately $400,00. The Board of Managers an- nounced that the repairs and renovations of recent years had been successfully completed. New electrical fixtures had been installed. The Church was insul- ated, and the Sanctuary re- painted and decorated. During July and August congregational work bees were held when the floors and pews were cleaned and re -varnished. The donations of new doors for the Sanctuary, from the Fireside Fellowship Group, and new floor coverings by the Ladies' Aid completed the work of this year. The meeting adjournreh, fol- lowing the -benediction by Rev. D. G. Campbell, to enjoy a social hour with lunch being served' by the Ladies' Aid. PLAN SOCIAL EVENING A meeting of the members of the Seaforth Men's Lawn Bowl- ing Club will be held at the home of the President, Dr. Mc- Lennan, corner of W. William Street and Centre Street, on Saturday evening, 22nd instant, at 8 p.m, It is the first of a ser- ies of social evenings planned by the executive, some time ago. ELECTED VICE PRESIDENT - Councillor H. H. Leslie, of Seaforth, was elected 2nd vice president of the Dairymen's As- sociation of Western Ontario, described as the oldest dairy- men's association in North Am- erica. The association met last week at Hamilton. Mr. Leslie is also president of the Ontario Creamerymen's Association. BRUCE WARDEN IS SEAFORTH NATIVE William C. Winter, reeve of Walkerton for -14 years, was elected Warden of Bruce Coun- ty for 1955 Monday night. Mr. Winter defeated Reeve Alger Bolander, of Port Elgin, 20-15 in a recorded vote. It was 1Vir. Winter's third try for the Bruce wardenship and the first time since 1933 that the honor went to Walkerton. Other nominees for the post included George Stewart, reeve of Eastnor township; David Carruthers, reeve of Kinloss twp, Gordon Brown, deputy reeve of Kincardine; Wilfred Vance reeve of Chesley, and Wallace Wilton, reeve of Carrick township. All withdrew except Reeves Winter and Bolander. Mr. Car- ruthers intimated he may con- test the wardenship in 1956. A native of Seaforth, Mr. Winter has been a resident of Walkerton since 1908 'and at present is foreman at a planing mill there. He' has spent -27 years in council. Mr. Winter is a cousin of Ru- fus Winter, and was born on George St. (east of the library), son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Winter. He served in the First War. Richard Winter, St. Catharines, is a brother. Northside United Church Rev. John Stinson, Minister. 10 a.m„ Church School and. Adult Bible Class. 11 a.m,, "They Went to An- other Village". Jr. Congregation and Tod- dlers' Group. 7 p.m„ "I am a Protestant", first in a series. 8.15 p.m. Y. P. U. Egmondvillo United Church Rev. W. E. Milroy, Minister 10 a.m.,•Church School and. Adult Class. 11 a.m„ Morning Worship: Sermon "The True and False Worshipper of God". 7 p.m., Evening Praise, sec- ond study in the Book of "Ro- mans." 7:30 Wed midweek service. vice. VESTRY MEETING DF ST. THOMAS CHURCH Commencing with a pot-Inck supper the congregation of St. Thomas' Anglican Church gath- ered in the parish hall on Mon- day evening for the annual ves- try meeting. All organizations of the church reported a suc- cessful year and financial bal- ances on hand and were ready to start an active year in 1955. Rev. J. James, the Rector, pre- sided. Referring to plans for the coming year the Rector said it is 100 years since the founding of the congregation and the Board will form a committee to arrange an appropriate obser- vance of the occasion. The Men's Club announced plans for a pan- cake supper on Shrove Tuesday. Elections completed the busi- ness, resulting as follows: Peoples' Warden: John Earle; Rector's Warden: T. T. Jack- son; Delegates to Synod: E. C. Boswell, J. R. M. Spittall; Sub- stitutes: W. E. Southgate, Dr. W. J. McCabe; Treasurer: W. E. Southgate; Envelope Secre- tary: E. C. Boswell; Vestry Clerk: H. G. Moir. In addition to the above the following were elected to the Board of Mana- gers: Messrs. G. Wright, J. Mc- Cabe, H. Palin, George Flewett, Robert Archibald, E. Larone; M. Brown; ladies to be appointed. LEGION AUXILIARY The January meeting was held in the Legion rooms on Wed- nesday night. 27 members at- tended. President Comrade Tay- lor opened the meeting with Creed and prayer. Minutes were read and approved. Treasurer's report was given and approved. Officers were installed for 1955 by Past President Comrade Bert Muir. The mystery box was won by Comrade Baker. Two mem- bers were appointed for mem- bership committee. Comrade .Coombs and Comrade 'Watson. Plans were made to hold a pot luck supper and euchre. Also a home baking sale beginning of February. The meeting was then closed and a delicious luncheon was served, TO CELEBRATE JULY 12 AT BLYTH THIS YEAR A special meeting of the County of Huron Royal Black Knights of Ireland, including Woodham was held in the Orange Hall at Clinton on Wednesday, Jan. 12th. with Sir Knight Ro- bert Hibberd of F o r d w i c h, County Master in the chair, the hall was filled with delegates from every part of the county. The meeting was called for the purpose of selecting a place for: a celebration this corning sum- mer, when it was unanimously decided to celebrate at Goder- ich. Therefore one of the biggest days for Goderich in the year 1955 will be Saturday, Aug. 13, as all the Black Preceptories in the following towns and cities and the counties in which they are situated have decided to cel- ebrate with us in Goderich, Lon- don, Woodstock, St: Thomas, Chatham, Sarnia, Windsor, Kin- cardine, Owen Sound, also the Preceptories of Port Huron and Southern Michigan, there will be many more in this Province we have not yet heard from. So re- serve this day for Goderich. The Orangemen of this Coun- ty and surrounding districts will celebrate the 12th of July ,this year in Blyth. Mr. Joseph Caldwell of Grand Bend, Deputy County blaster of the Loyal Orange Association, who is now representing the County blaster, Mr. D. L. Ste- phenson of Clinton and who is now in Florida, will make his of- ficial visit to the Seaforth Lodge on Monday night the 24th. inst. and the Winthrop Lodge on the following night. Messrs. William Murray and A. W. Dunlop were the official delegates from Seaforth. . WINNERS OF PRIZES AT JOHN DEERE SHOW There was a good attendance at the John Deere Day Show and it was enjoyed by everybody. Door prize was won by Mrs. Ken Carnochan, $4 groceries at Clair I•Ianey's grocery store, and men's door prize was won by Clarence Montgomery, RR2 Sea - forth, 5 gallons o1 Castor motor oil. At the evening show there was also a good attendance. The. door prizes were won by Mrs. John H. Ruegor of RR2 Clinton, $4 groc- eries at Clair Haney's. Men's prize by Ken Moore, RR4 Sea - forth, 5 gallons of Castor motor oil. Prizes of a toy tractor each were given to the two boys who drew the lucky prizes. NORTHSiDE CH'URCH ANNUAL.MEETING The annual meeting of North- side United Church was held in the church school room on Tues- day evening, Jan. 18th at 8 pm, The pastor, Rev. John W. Stin- son, was elected chairman of the meeting and Mrs. Ross Mur - die secretary. The various reports were excellent and very encouraging,. The W.M.S. sent $820 to the Presbyterial, an increase over the previous year, and the Mae Lane Evening Auxiliary sent $95.50, almost double their Al- location. The W.A. were congratulated on the success of their four groups, each raising almost $300 for a total of 41191.00, The W.A. gave $200 to the parson- age fund and $500 to the church building fund. A pleasing feature of the ev- ening was a nice talk to the congregation by Dr. lfarburn by tape recording, as be was unable to be present in person at the meeting, Pictures were shown by Mr. Stinson of the golden wedding of Dr. and Mrs. liar - burn, which took place during the year 1954. Honorary elders elected were Dr, Harburn, Mr. Joseph Scott and Dr. Burrows. Elders elected for three years were Arnold Westcott, Ross Murdie, Sam J. Scott, .0. A. Whitney and Clifford Broadfoot. Stewards elected for three- year tern; John Talbot, Dr. J. Turnbull, William Campbell and Prank Roberton. ROBERT P. McMICHAEL Robert Percy McMichael pas- sed away at Lockwood Clinic in Toronto, Jan. 11 in his 63rd year. He was born in McKillop twp. and farmed there for many years. Leaving the.farm he mov- ed to :Clinton and Was employed with the rural hydro system for ten years and then went to Tor- onto 12 years ago to work in the 0]e Haviland plant. While there he was a member of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Clinton, and of the Orange Lodge. .Surviving beside his wife, the former Orpha Pickett, are three sons, Alex of Clinton; Charles of London; Ross of Sarnia; three daughters, Mrs. Reg Clifford of Clinton; Mrs. Robt. Gree n, South Wales; Barbara of London and two sisters, Annie, Mrs. Geo. Parry, and Jean, Toronto, and also 11 grandchildren. The Rev. R.M.P. Bulteel con- ducted the burial service on Fri- day afternoon from the Beattie Funeral Home. Mrs. Rev, J. E. Ostrom sang "There is no sor- row" The pallbearers were Elgin and Ralph Josling, Walter and Wilfred Scott, John Thompson and George German. Bearers of the great number of beautiful floral tributes were Bert and Ronnie Clifford, Hart- ley Spinney and (Don Richard. Interment was in Maitland - bank Cemetery, Seaforth. EGMONDVILLE Weekend visitors with Mrs. E. J. Weber were: her nephews, Mr. Ray Kenney of Calgary and Mr. Delford Kenney of New York; her son and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Weber of Kitchen- er and her sister, Miss Lillian Kenney of Toronto. Mrs, 'Robt, Burchell of Hib- bent recently visited with her cousin, Mr. Thos. Robinson and fancily. SEAFORTH 10, CLINTON 3 Thursday night the Seaforth Midgets beat Clinton 10-3 at the arena here. 1959 IS SEAFORTH CENTENNIAL YEAR When did Seaforth start? 1874 was the year of the town's incorporation as a town. The re- union of 1924 had the impres- sive title, Seaforth Old Boys' Reunion, Golden Anniversary and Firemens' Tournament", ac- cording to a printed invitation issued that year. But to go back further, when slid Seaforth begin? According to an old booklet, quoted in these columns recently, Sea - forth was nothing but swamp and bush in 1855. The most authentic answer to the question of Seaforth's birth was given this week by Mr. Wil- liam Murray, Seaforth resident, who will be 92 years of age in April, Mr. Murray states, "My fath- er was born in 1829. I often heard him say Seaforth started when he was 30 years of age— that would be 1859." - Speaking of a reunion, a sug- gestion has been made, which we pass along,.A reunion is not just for Seaforth, it also includes the territory surrounding Seaforth. This is particularly true of the High School area. Former pup- ils who went to school together would be probably more inter- ested than any other group in getting together again. In fact, 99% of those who would be coming to the reunion would be graduates of Seaforth District High School. As Seaforth pupils represent only about one-third of the school attendance, why not include the whole High School (District in reunion plans, not just the town of Seaforth. This would spread out the financing so it would not be a burden on a few, whether tax- payers or by private subscrip- tion. Surely 200 or 300 people in the district High School Area could be readily found to ad- vance $10.00 each to guarantee reunion expenses. For many reasons, this would be much better than adding up to two mills on Seaforth's tax rate to finance a reunion, and would insure the success of the celebration by a wider field of interest. TRIPLETS BORN TO WALTON COW A twelve -year-old Hereford cow gave birth to triplets at the farm of William Dennis, lot 10, eon, 14, McKillop, last Thurs- day, The two heifer calves and one steer calf are a good size and all doing fine. They are identical in markings, just like their mother. Previously this cow has produced two sets of twins. JR. INSTITUTE AND JR. FARMERS! The Seaforth Junior Institute' held their January meeting in the Seaforth District JI i g h School on Tuesday evening, Jan. 11th. The meeting was opened by singing the Opening Ode, fol- lowed by the Lord's Prayer, A goodly number of girls answer- ed the •roll call by telling a New - Year's resolution which they had made. These resolutions ranged from, "I plan- to do my homework every night." "I plan to forget all I ever made". "I plan to make resolutions next year"..Current Events for the past month and for the future Were given by Alma Fowler. Th, main coming event is the Drama Festival to he held in the Sea - forth District high School in F el,ruary. The motto, "Age is not a matter of year, it is a state of mind", was given by Dorothy Keyes, A debate on the- subject, "Is it better to live today or .years ago?" was taken by Joan Som- erville, Doris Johnston and Jean Scott and June Smith with Marg- aret Stevens as chairman. Both sides put forward a number of excellent points. However, the majority of the girls felt that they would still sooner live to- day, The meeting came to a cies„ with a singsong being led by Helen Johnson. JUNIOR FARMERS' MEETING The Seaforth Junior Farmers held their January meeting in the Seaforth !District High School on Tuesday evening, Jan. 11th. The meeting was opened by the roll call, which was "What Analysis. of Fertilizers do you use on your farm?" The minutes of the last meeting were read by the sec'ty Ken Camp- bell, Earl McSpadden introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Ilarold Pym. He showed slides on "Soils and (.ands Use". He also spoke on this topic. A discus- sion followed with Larry Wheat- ly, Jim Allen and Robert Broad - foot speaking on the Short Course they attended at the 0,A.C., Guelph, The meeting was then adjourned. HOME AND SCHOOL 'Mrs. Frank Kling presided over the regular meeting of the Seaforth Public School Home and Sehool Association which was held on Tuesday evening, Jan. 18 in the auditorium with a good attendance. Minutes of previous meetings were read by Sec. Dr. J. C. MacLennan and adopted followed by treas. report. The mother of the month prize was won by Mrs. Peter Christensen. A motion was carried to spon- sor a public speaking contest for the pupils of the school in Feb. A number of musical selec- tions played by John 'Grwmmett on the Spanish electric guitar and Jim Hopper on a 24 string electric guitar were very much enjoyed. Mr. Talbot introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Gordon Alli- son, of the staff of Seaforth District High School, He spoke on "the Aims of Education", based on the Hope Report on Education. It was most interest- ing and constructive. He was ably thanked by Mr. Don Mor- ton. Mrs. MaclDonald's and Mrs. Boussey's classes were tied for having the most parents present. The president announced, Dr. Earl Ziegler, Educational Direc- tor of the University of Western` Ontario would be the Feb. speak- er and a good attendance was hoped for. The meeting was ad- journed and a cup of tea served. LADIES' GUILD The annual meeting of the Ladies' Guild was held on Tues. afternoon, Jan, 11 in the Parish Hall. The Pres„ Miss Dorothy Parke, presided, and the meet- ing opened with the scripture reading, the 121st Psalm read by Miss Galbraith. Prayers for the parish were followed by the Lord's Prayer in unison. Follow- ing the roll call the secretary and treasurer's reports were read. After the annual reports were given Mr. James took the chair for the installation of of- ficers. Nominating Committee, Mrs. R. Nott, Mrs. G. McGavin, Mrs. A. Moore; Hon. Pres., Mrs. James; Pres., Miss Dorothy Parke; 1st Vice Pres., Mrs. Ro- bert Spittal; 2nd Vice Pres., Mrs. Bruce McLean; Sec., Mrs, Carman Rowcliffe; Treas., Mrs. Ada Reid; Hospital Aux., Miss Dorothy Parke; Rectory Com- mittee, Mrs. W. Oldfield, Mrs. Chambers, Mrs. G. MeGavin. New business was discussed and the date set for the bazaar and tea, Wed. Nov. 23. After the collection was re- ceived and dedicated the meet- ing adjourned with the benedic- tion. a wee HIGH SCHOOL NEWS A good time was had by all at the annual "At Home" last Friday, Jan. 14. After many weeks of. hard work by the stu- dents and teachers the gym was gaily decorated. Mr. Whitney and Mr. Box loaned furniture for the night and a television set was set up for people not wishing to dance. Lionel Thorn- ton supplied music for the dance. In spite of 425 attend- ance, the dant„ was not the financial success that other years were. They were far short of the expected amount and barely broke even. Expecting more than came, too much lunch was made which cut into the profifts. The decorating committee were too optimistic and exceeded their allowance for decorations which- also nibbled at the profits. The invitation committee had to start from scratch and make up a new invitation list. The large list built up over a number of years was unfortunately lost in the remodelling last summer. Extra curricular subjects from 3.$0 to 4.00 will be starting next week. Magnificent Monogram Chest REGULARLY 525,00 Included of no extra costl \ 1/ wow Men Available in your favourite of seven beau- tiful International Sterling r patterns, a 42 pc. service for 8. Service includes 8 knives, 8 forks, 8 teaspoons, 8 salad forks, 8 soup spoons, 1 butter knife, and 1 sugar shell. Walnut Monogram Chest Included At NO CHARGE • SERVICES IN WILD ROSE, PRELUDE, JOAN OF ARC, ENCHANTRESS AND PINE TREE. ONLY $229.95* rSA tY A V GE S Jewellery Gifts Fine China Seaforth CROMARTY Mr. and Mrs. John Hocking and Mr. Alex Gardiner left, on Saturday on a mot or trip through the States. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Storey and family spent the weekend with her mother at Kincardine. Mrs. Thos. Scott Sr., Mrs. M. Lamond, Mrs. T. Laing and Mrs. T. L. Scott attended the annual meeting of the Stratford Presby- terial of the Women's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church, in St. Andrew's Church, Stratford, on Thursday. The members of the choir en- joyed a social hour at the close of practice on Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Clen Christie and little daughter, Brucefield,.visit- ed with friends in the village on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Walker are enjoying television, the set' was a gift from their family. Miss Esther Hocking, of Sea- forth, is spending some time at her home here. • Mr. Jim Rowcliffe of London called on Mrs. M. Houghton and Ross Houghton on Thursday. WALTON A large number attended the sale of Mrs. Harold Sellers last week when an estimated. 2,000 people were present.: The live- stock and machinery went for good prices, realizing '$17,500 under the hammer of the well i' known auctioneer, Harold Jack. son. The farm was not sold. Annual Meeting of Knox Church, Moncrieff. The annual meeting of Mon- crieff United Church of the Wal- ton 'Charge, was held on Tues- day evening, Jan. 18th. A. pot luck supper was served to mem- bers and their families, Rev. W. M. Thomas acted as chairman and Alex. Mann as secretary for the evening. Fav- orable reports were given by all branches of the church. Prog- ramme as follows: solo, Orval Harrison;- reading, Leister Ma- chan; solo, Geraldine McTag- gart; reading, Mrs. Grayson Ri- chmond; dialogue, Ruth, Jim and Shirley Smith, Newly elected stewards are: Ed Hoppenroth, Allan Grant and Leonard Meehan. Chairman of the Board of Stewards is Wm. Smith. Secretary -treasurer, Mrs. Allan McTaggart, re-elect- ed. New ushers, Jos. Smith and Grayson Richmond; auditors, Jos. Smith and Ken Ludington. At the close of the meeting Mr. Thomas was presented with a gift. OBSERVE 61ST WED- DING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. John Crawford, Jarvis St., celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on MondaY, Jan. 17th. They were entertaine,t, together at Muir's Rest -Nursing Home where they were blessed by many callers and friends, with congratulations.