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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1955-02-03, Page 1List ily at. ue to is ti J. r. J. n- 0: - i ar ly io it r- t - WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 77 T h e Sea forth w Authorized 01as 71c$ cord passnod Pout Snowdon tiros., Pu b l lshorx SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1955 $1,50 a Year TUCKERSMITH AIDS BRU'CEFIELD F. D. Tnekersmith municipal coun- 1 cil met in the town hall, Sea - forth, on Tuesday, Feb. 1st, at 1 p.m. All members present and Reeve Doig presided. Council acknowledged production of , surety bonds on the treasurer i and tax collector of $5,000 each with the Dom, of Canada Gen. I. Assurance 'Company. T. Baird and Geo. Henderson attended the meeting in the interests of , Brucefield Fire Dept. and a' grant of $200.00 was ;lade to that organization. D. A. Moffat, and J. W. Crich approached the council to supply warbicide for warble fly control and an initial order for 360 pounds was given.' Clare Reith and Jack Young re- presenting Shell Oil Co. attend- ed the meeting and outlined the ' uses and methods of weed spray on roadsides. The clerk was instructed to advertise for tenders for crush -1 ing and hauling approximately, 10,000 yards of gravel for town- I ship roads in 1955; tenders fort , spraying cattle and applications for warble fly inspector. Ads will appear in later issues of this paper during the month. 1 The clerk was also instructed to insert ads in local papers re- questing the co-operation of ratepayers and others by not parking cars or vehicles on the , roadsides in order to facilitate snowplowing operations. No action was taken on a co- mmunication from the township of Crowland requesting the Fed-) eral government to increase the benefits through unemployment insurance. The reeve and clerk were au- thorized to apply for balance of $1,000 FOR REUNION FROM TOWN COUNCIL At a special meeting on Fri- day evening, S e a f or t h town council passed a motionn, that if the reunion committee raised $1,000.00 privately, the council would guarantee another $1,000 f required. Representatives of the reunion committee said they were sure $1,000.00 could be raised privately by Monday. The motion read as follows: That the citizens of the town of Sea - forth and district be asked to guarantee the old boys' commit- tee to the extent of $1,000.00 and if this is accomplished the town council will guarantee up to an equal amount if required. And that profits if any be divid- ed equally between the Lions' pool and the community centre. This motion was carried unani- mously. Members present were Coun- cillors Close, Christie, Leslie Habkirk and Kellar, and Reeve Scoins. Mayor McMaster presid- ed. A. Y. McLean, chairman of the reunion committee, said the committee wanted the Town Council to put up '$2,000.00 for reunion expenses. Reeve .Scoins asked: The committee wants the town to back them for $2,000? Mayor 'McMaster suggested contacting the business men first. Reeve Scoins suggested con- tacting business men first and then approaching council. Prof. J. Scott, speaking for the committee, said a grant from council would simplify mat- ters, it would be expeditions. They wanted to know what coun- cil would do. Councillor Kellar asked if there was any special reason why a reunion should be held this year. Mr. Scott replied that it had been discussed at the public sleeting a few nights previously. The first survey, the corner north east of Goderich and Main Streets, had been registered at the court house in 1856. Mr. Scott said the original railway station had been at Harpurhey, but due to the jealousy of Col. VanEgmond, it had been moved to Seaforth. Town Clerk Wilson said all the surveys in Seaforth bad been individual surveys, and that the names of some of them had been ' changed during the years. Councillor Christie throughout the discussion spoke a number of times on behalf of the com- mittee's viewpoint as their re- presentative at the council board. He recommended a grant of ,$2,000.00 to the reunion. He re- peatedmany of the arguments he had given at the public meet- ing earlier in the week. He re - I viewed what had occurred in surrounding towns which had reunions. Councillor Christie said he was sure business men could not be asked to back the reunion. Councillors asked why the committee could 'not get private backing if the reunion were sure of success. 1 Councillor Christie said the business amen had demands for financial help every day, A loss like at Clinton would amount to $40 loss on a fifty dollar gnar- 1 antee. He refered to Councillor ' Close about demands on business men. •Councillor Close explained his opposition to a reunion. He thought the town road equip- ment needed replacement, also a truck. He said councillors all knew that during the reunion at Goderich liquor had been given to teen-agers, they had seen them lying in the gutters, no one could deny that. Councillor 'Christie said the reunion was not to sell liquor. Reeve Scoins suggested a draft of a motion providing the conunittee and the town each put up $1,000, Mayor McMaster asked about increased business from the re- union for business nen. Councillor Christie said some would benefit and others might do less business because of the reunion. Icolayor McMaster said the arena still owes $5,000.00 over and above the debentures. This was for the new floor. Council, lore said three of the arena de- bentures had now 'been paid: two by the town and one by the arena. Councillor Habkirk said he had expressed his views at the recent meeting. Close said the town had been unable to hire trucks and loaders to get the snow off Main street. on Friday. If they had a truck they could do this work with their own equipment. subsidy on 1954 road expendi-) ture. Accounts passed included: Le- gal $5.00; roads $1854.76, hos- pitalization $229.50, hall rent $12.00, lire protection $75.00, grants $200.00, supplies $4.50, salary and allowance $175.00, , postage $5.00, printing and sup- plies $94.86. Council adjourned to meet March lst at 1 p.m. ' MRS. JOHN H. SCOTT There passed away at her bonne in Seaforth on Monday, January 81st, Annie C. Bewley, beloved wife of Mr. John 11.1 Scott, after a short illness. Maas. Scott was in her 80th year and was born on the 7th line of Mor- ris township. She attended But- ton's School and was married to Mr, Scott in Morris township on June 12, 1901. Mrs. Scott was a skilled seamstress in early life. A member of First Presby- terian Church, she belonged to the Barbara Kirkman Auxiliary and the W.M.S. Mr. and Mrs. Scott had lived in Hullett twp. until retiring to Seaforth over twenty years ago. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons and three 'W4,�Aghters, Walter R., Hullett; ilfred J., at home; Beulah A., Mrs. W. C. Brennan, of Barrie; Violet M., 'Mrs. W. C. Coughlin, Toronto; Grace J., Mrs. R. E. Paterson, Brampton. There are also two sisters and a brother, Mrs. B. Scott, of Ernfold, Sask.; Mrs. L. Ross, Vancouver, B.C., and Joseph Bewley, of Morris township. Three brothers and two sisters predeceased her. The funeral will take place on Thursday, Feb. 3rd, at 2 p.m. from the Box Funeral Home, High St., with Rev. D. Glenn Campbell officiating. Interment will be in the Maitlandbank cem- etery. . The pallbearers are: W. A. Wright, M. McKellar, J. M. Scott, Roy Lawson, Wm. Mc- Dowell, Robt. McMillan. EGMONDVILLE CHURCH • ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Egmondville United Church con- gregation was held Monday ev- ening with about 35 'members present. The meeting opened with'a short worship service con- ducted by Rev. Milroy. We were then favored with a duet entit- led, "Down From His .Glory", by Mr. and Mrs. Milroy. The busi- ness portion of the meeting opened by nominating Rev. Mil- roy as chairman, with Ken Moore filling the secretary's chair. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. Mervin Nott moved a vote of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Milroy for the active part they had ta- ken in church activities through- out the year. Mr. Milroy made a short reply. The following re- ports were then presented. Session Report by Rev. Mil- roy; General and Reserve Fund reports by Mr. Thos. Robinson; Woman's Missionary Society and Sunday School Reports, Mrs. El- mer Stephenson; Flood Relief, Five Oaks 'Christian Training Centre, United Church Training School, Ont. Temperance Fed- eration, and the Bible Society, Reports of 'Donations by Mr, Thos. Robinson; Women's Asso- ciation Report, Mrs. James Hay; Canadian Girls in Training, Mr. Milroy; Mission Band Report by Miss Mae Smith; Egmondville Cemetery Report, Mr. Norman MacLean; Auditors' Report, Miss Rena MacKenzie. All organizations showed ,a fa- vorable year with the Missionary and Maintenance Allocation be- ing substantially exceeded. The election of Stewards to act for three years replacing those re- tiring were Mr. Ivan Forsyth, Mr. Emerson Durst, Mr. Robt. Smith, Mr. Ifen Ritchie. An elder is to be elected in March by ballot to replace the late James Love. All other officers will re- main the same as last year. A vote of thanks went to all officers, janitor, and organist for the co-operative work they had all clone. Rev. Milroy thank- ed the members of the congre- gation for all they had done to contribute to a successful 1954. The meeting was adjourned by a prayer. Lunch was served. Reeve •Seoins asked if the re- union would be held at the Lions Park, He was informed it would be held uptown, and in the parks, as the various events re- quired, SEAFORTH W. I. The regular monthly meeting of the Seaforth Women's Insti- tute will be held at the Seaforth district High School on the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 8th. This meeting is in charge of Mrs. Eldon Kerr and Mrs. John Hillebrecht. It is our family night in the form of a valentine social. The highlight of the meet- ing will be our motto taken by Rev. John Stinson. A good var- iety program is planned. Each family is to bring one pie and 'half a loaf of bread in sand- wiches and their own silverware. Northside United Church Rev. John Stinson, Minister. 10 a.m., Church School and Adult Bible Class. 11 a.m., Morning Worship: Preacher, Mr. Carl Moore, of McMaster University, Hamilton, His Theme: "One Fellowship in Christ". - Jr. Congregation and Tod- dlers' Group, 7 p.m., Sermon Theme: "I am a Protestant." Second Study. 8.15p.sn., Y.P.U., Interde- nominational 'Fireside at the Presbyterian Church. Egmondville United Church Rev. W. E. Milroy, Minister 10 a.m.,,Churclh School and Adult Class. 11 a.m., Morning Worship: Sermon, "Christ as a student of Scripture", and Mission Band Service. 7 p.na., Evening Praise and Story time. Fourth Study in Ro- mans. 7:80 Wed midweek service. Councillors considered the motion drafted by Reeve .Scoins. After a number of suggestions the motion was passed by eoun- cil.• MEDICAL S,9CIETY HEARS TALK Huron .County Medical Society met. Wednesday evening at the nurses' residence of Scott Mem- orial. Hospital. Dr. John Fisher ofLondonspoke on the subject, "Legal Aspects of the Practise of Medicine." PLAN 5 -DAY REUNION AT MIDSUMMER Definite decision to 'proceed with an Old Boys Reunion at Seaforth in 1965 was reached at a general meeting held on Mon- day night. For the second time attendance was disappointingly small, but enthusiasm was high and a motion to go ahead with the reunion carried without op- position. Councillor B. F. Christie gave a report as follows, which was adopted: Your committee has' investi- gated means of providing neces- sary financial support for an old boys reunion in 1955 and finds that (1) '(a) The town of Seaforth agrees to provide a credit of $1000 provided an equal credit is arranged by citi- zens generally. '(b)- Pledges of $25.00 each •totalling at least $1000 have been obtained from citizens. It is intended that the total of such pledges will be in- creased substantially. .(2) A proposed organization has been deterinined on and it has been foundthat positions can be filled as follows: Hon. Presidents, Senator W. H. Gold- ing, Harry Stewart, John Beat- tie, W. J..Duncan. President, A. Y. McLean; Vice President, B. F. Christie, A. W. Sillery, F. Kling• Secretaries, W. E. South- gate, W. M. Hart; Treas., C. M. Smith; Chairmen of commit- tees—Decorations, J. C. Crich; Invitation list and mailing, Ha- zel Reid; Historical, J. R. Scott; Publicity, J. A. Stewart; School Area Liaison, Gordon McGavin; Progratn, F. Kling; Police and Traffic, Scott Habkirk; Recep- tion, Mayor E. A. McMaster; Church Liaison, Members of Min- isterial Association; Parade, D. Sills. In addition certain other com- mittees will be required and those will be arranged from time to time. Your committee recommends therefore that plans for an Old Boys' reunion in 1955 be pro- ceeded with and that the Sea - forth and District Old Boys As- sociation be brought into being with the officers as indicated above. • In accepting the position of treasurer, Mr. C. M. Smith asked if the reunion would snake enough money to pay the bills. Mr. Christie said 41 people had signed pledges and it was hoped to have as many more. There had been only two refusals. The canvass was not complete yet. Revenue would be derived from events held during the -re- union and the sale of conces- sions. A. W. Sillery said he had canvassed 18, and got 18 pled- ges. The feeling of the meeting seemed to be that anyone having objections should have been pre- sent at this meeting to express their dissent. Mr. E. Larose said the main objection he had heard was cost to the taxpayers, but he believ- ed the average citizen was not opposed to holding a reunion. A. -motion to go ahead with a reunion, moved and seconded by John Crich and Reeve Norman Seoins, was carried unanimously. In assuming chairmanship, A. Y. McLean said it was apparent there was a broad measure of support. Committees would have to be filled in and organizations contacted. A list of friends and former._ residents would be com- piled to send out invitations, Miss Hazel Reid having agreed to take Charge of this part. An effort is being made to secure a name band. It was hoped to have the reunion at the time of Civic holiday, but this might re- quire change. Replying to a question by John Crich, he said too much stress should not be made on expected profit from the reunion. There was a hope that some of the wealthy old boys during their visit might be- come interested in the new swim- ming pool project. Dr. McMaster said picking out a date could be held in abeyance until it is known if there is any chance of getting the Lombardo orchestra. It was also hoped to have horse races. Reeve Seeing thought the Lions might benefit by holding their carnival during the reun- ion, paying the reunion for the concessions. Mrs, Jos. IGrumsnett suggested a slogan contest, a beauty con- test and motorcycle races. John Crich suggested postal meter slogans to advertise the reunion. Also a paint -up and clean-up campaign for the town. Keith Sharp asked how long the reunion would run. Five days was mentioned, starting with a Saturday till Wednesday. Councillor Harvey Leslie said it appeared• good progress was being made. Mr. K. I. McLean recalled hearing about an ,amusing con- test at a previous reunion when someone offered a prize for the. largest bullfrog caught at Eg- mondville dam. Mr. Merton Reid said distri- bution of profits was the last thing to worry over, rural peo- ple use the arena as much as townspeople, also the swimming pool. He was glad to see a re- union being held, he 'counted GROUP 3 MEETING The February meeting of Group 3 of the W. A. of North- side United Church was held on Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. Art Wright, John St. Mrs, Chamberlain opened the meeting with a poem, "A 'Smile". Secre- tary's and treasurer's reports were given. Roll call answered by 20 members. Visiting Com- mittee reported 5 hospital and 5 home calls. The business part of the meeting was conducted by the president, Mrs. Norman Knight. Final plans were made for the Valentine dinner to be held on Wed. Feb. 16. The group decided to have a tea and bake sale on March 18. Miss Abbie Seip took the devotional part and read a poem, "The Sheep and Lamb". Hymn 376 was sung, followed with prayer by Mrs. Bradshaw. Mrs. Matheson read the scripture. Mrs. Helmer Snell gave a humorous reading, "Kin- dergarten 'Talk". Our guest speaker, Mrs. Milroy of Egmond- ville spoke on the definition of Christianity which proved both interesting and inspiring. Hymn 263 and the Mizpah Benediction brought the meeting to a close. A social time was spent over a cup of tea. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. A. Hudson. DANIEL BARRY Daniel Barry, believed to be the oldest resident of Hibbert township, died Saturday in his 101st year in St. Mary's Hospi- tal, London. He, had been ill for about two months. ,Born in Searboro, June 21, 1854, he later moved with his parents to lot 23, Hibbert twp. Following his marriage in 1890 to Miss Johanna O'Reilly of Beechwood, he and his wife set- tled on lot 25, con. 4, Hibbert, where they continued to live un- til 1925, when they moved to Seaforth. Mrs. Barry died in February 1944 and Mr. Barry continued to live in .Seaforth un- til four years ago, He is survived by two sons and three daughters, Michael, Hibbert; Albert, London; Sister Follette, St. Joseph's Commun- ity, London; Mrs. Martin Feen- ey, Hibbert and Mrs. John F. Murphy, Hibbert. The funeral was held Wednes day morning from the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. F. Murphy to St. Columban. Church, where 'Requiem High Mass was sung by Rev. John McDowell, assisted by Rev. Dr. J. B. Ffoulkes .of Dub- lin and Rev. John Grah'an of Clinton. Burial was made in St. James' cemetery, .Seaforth. HOSPITAL AUXILIARY The Hospital Auxiliary will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 8th. CURLERS FORM • LIMITED COMPANY At an executive meeting of the Seaforth -Curling Club held on Thursday evening at 8 p.m. in the curling rink, the finan- cial statement presented showed the cost of building and equip- ment at approximately $20,000. At this meeting it was decided to proceed with the formation of a private company, known as the Seaforth Curling Club, and to issue $10,000.00 at 5% de- benture certificates as soon as a Charter is received from Pro- vincial Government. Directors named for incorporation of the new company were J. E. Keat- ing, Or. M. W. Stapleton and F. Kling, At the annual meeting mem- bership deposit of 1100.00 for men only was set. This 'member- ship deposit is to assist the club in financing one-half of cost of building and equipment. It will also eliminate necessity of an- nual membership canvass as all those who pay the membership deposit will be considered mem- bers unless their membership is surrendered. The 3100,00 de- posit is payable on a deferred payment basis to those requir- ing same and is repayable on surrender of membership at the end of any club year. The, mem- bership fees are: Men $25.00; married couples $80.00-; students $5.00; single ladies $10.00; Associate mem- bers $10.00. The rink is available for curl- ing at all tines with the excep- tion of Thursday evening and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p,rn. which is reserved under an -ar- rangement with the R,C.A.F. at Clinton. The ladies have organ- ized_and are having good turn- outs on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Friday and Saturday evenings have also -proven very enjoyable for mixed curling. Seaforth is very fortunate in having this additional recrea- tional centre for this area and which offers the people of Sea - forth and district an opportunity to become better acquainted with the R.C.A.F. personnel and peo- ple from Clinton, 'Dublin, Walton and Brucefield areas. All are invited to visit the curling rink and anyone consid- ering becoming a member is requested to contact W. Ley - burn, W. J, Duncan, J. Long - staff, A, Whetharn '(Dublin), F. Tiling, and 11. Ball (Clinton). LADIES AID MEETS The Ladies' Aid of First Pres- byterian Church held their Feb- ruary meeting on Tuesday with Miss Jean Scott in the chair, ow- ing to the absence of the presi- dent, Mrs. H. Whyte. Mrs. W. A. Wright opened the meeting with a suitable poem, "Happiness Street." The treas- urer's and secretary's reports were read and adopted. It was decided to hold the annual ba- zaar as usual on the first Sat- urday in November. Mrs. F. Kling then sang a solo, "My Task", accompanied by Mrs. J. Cardno. Then followed a very interesting filen, "The Pageant of the Old Wedding Gowns," which took place in the United Church in the Fall. It was very much enjoyed by all. A social half hour was then spent and tea served by the Mc- Kenzie and Kerslake group who were in charge of the meeting. RED CROSS The regular meeting of the Red Cross will be held in the library rooms on Friday, Feb, 4 at 3 p.m. WALTON Mr. Russell Barrows has re- turned from the Kitchener Hos- pital where'he underwent a suc- cessful operation and is improv- ing satisfactorily. The January meeting of the McKillop group of the WMS of Walton United Church was held at the home -of Mrs. E. Mc- Creath. The new president, Mrs. Geo. Fox presided. Mrs. Fox gave a reading on the new Year and Mrs. N. Reid gave the topic, "We have seen His Star," The treas. reported $161.75 raised in 1954, Boxes for the shutins are to be packed at the next meeting which is to be held at the home of Mrs. N. Reid. Membership fees for the W. A. will be col- lected at' this meeting. Frank, Tom, Murray and Douglas Kirkby spent the week- end at Cass City, Michigan, at- tending the funeral of their cou- sin, Miss Laura Caister, wh.o died very suddenly on Thursday evening. Weare glad to report that Mrs. W. Grainger is improving nicely after her recent siek spell. 5 For Your Old Wretch On Any NEW 1955 Yes, trade-in your old watch, regardless of its age, make or condition, and go a long way toward paying for a new 1955 Bulova! IRIS 17 Jewels, Mansion bracelet 85475 LADY BULOVA 17 Jewels, self•Winding, Unbreakable mainspring, shock resistant, anti•magnetie expansion bracelet, In yellow, $1150 DOLLY MADISON 21 jewels, expansion bracelet 15500 til NEPTUNE 21 jewels, certified waterproof", antimagnetic, retain hands & 4151, sweep sacan4 hand, expansion band $1150 WINCHESTER 17 Jewels, solf•Wlndiiq, certified walerpfeer°1I shook resistatpl, - antl•me netre VetetmIsride&it Sweepp second hd - Ass rielet behdr - In yello!e Mtir SArY 1"5►UGE7S Jewellery Gifts Fine China Seaforth HIGH SCHOOL NEWS Seaforth tasted defeat very badly last Wednesday when all four basketball teams went down to the well coached Goder- ich teams. The girls played in Seaforth at 3 o'clock, while the boys journeyed to Goderich for a 7 o'clock game. Goderich Sen- ior girls defeated Seaforth Sen- iors by a score of 16-6, while Seaforth Junior girls were on the bottom end of a 17-8 score. This was the second defeat of the season for the Senior girls. In Goderich both the Junior and Senior boys were outstretch- ed at every step by the Goderich boys. In the first game the Jun- iors lost by a 89-20 score with Ron .Scoins starring for Seaforth, scoring 12 of the 20 points scor- ed. In the second game Goder- ich outscored the Seaforth sen- iors in a lopsided 55-15 score. The Girls' Athletic Society held a skating party in the com- munity arena on January 26. Lunch and a dance to records followed at the school. A record crowd in spite of the weather turned out to the party. The next school dance will be on Friday and everybody is ex- pected to wear something red. Bob Scott's orchestra will supply the music. The admission will be fifty cents person and seventy- five cents couple. Lunch will be served in the lunch room costing ten cents. A suggestion box will be plac- ed in the hall for anybody wish- ing to make suggestions for any following school dances. himself one of the older business men here and no reunionhad been held in his time. A new generation is growing up. Councillor Jack Kellar said he would like to see original ideas for a reunion, not to copy other places. Councillor .Scott Habkirk said they should try to get away from the old routines. KIPPEN Mrs. Jennie Schilbe of Exeter visited recently with her another Mrs. J. 1'IcCiymont. Mrs. W. Winder and Mrs. E. Dowson received word last week of the sudden passing of their cousin, Mrs. Wm. Cook in God- erich. The late Mrs. Cook suf- fered a heart attack while at- tending Church and passed away instantly. Mr. and Mrs. Conk were well known in this district and sympathy is extended -to the sorrowing husband. Miss Merle Dickert of London spent the weekend with her par- ents, Mr. and iters. N. Dickert. Mr. John Gackstetter and Mr. Edward Gackstetter of near Zurich visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. A. Gackstetter. Mrs. Elston 'Dowson and Mrs. Wm. Windor received word last weekend of the sudden passing of their cousin, Mrs. Geo. Hul- ler in Clinton. Mr. and Mrs. F. Rowntree of Weston spent the weekend with former's sister and brother-in- law, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Long. Mr. and Mrs. E. Dowson visit- ed one day last week with their daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs, E. Kerr of Winthrop. FIREMEN GIVE $500.00' At a meeting of the Seaforth Fire 'Brigade, Tuesday night, the sum of $500, was voted to the Seaforth District ,Old Boys' Re- union, out of their grant. ASK EXTENSION OF INSURING POWERS Notice is being given to mem- bers- by McKillop Mutual Fire In- suvance Co. of a. proposalto 50 - ply for extension of underwriting powers to include windstorm, hail and lightning, explosion, riot, im- pact of aircraft or vehicles, smoke damage, water escape, and any gloss prescribed by: regula- tions.