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Home My WebLink AboutThe Seaforth News, 1956-05-17, Page 4Twenty -Four Years On Councils A former v, a trier Hen. all boy, Roy E. Dick is written up in a fea- ture story in ,the Carnia Obser- ver, Mr, Dick is a brother of Mrs. Pert Broome of Seaforth, The '•Sarnia paper says: We would expect no denial from those who are "hi the l now," .when we say that Reeve R,1'- t'. Pick of Wyoming is one of th' most respected and effec- tive members of Lamb:on -Ceun- tv Connell. Mr. PrAk Is the son of a Stock- broker and was born in Hensel', Huron County. When he was 16 years aril, Roy joined the staff of the Grand Trunk )now t'ariadian National) railway at Hensen as assistant agent. After four years training, he became relieving operator in the London Division -t Brantford to Serniel and travelled the -dist- rict in that • capacity for the next two years. Then Roy went to Watford as telegraph operator, He remained t'nere for 30 years. In 1932 a delegation of Wat- ford 4at- f ord citizens .appraached Ro\ and asked him to run for the municipal council and after much hesitation. he did so and was elected, That Was the first and last election he contested. All other offices in liis long municipal career chane to liim b:acclamation. In 1934, Roy lbecame Reeve of Watford and in 1933 was elected Warden of <Lambton County. He is proud of the fact that it was during his wardership and largely through his influence, that the county acquired 633 acres of land in Bosangi}et for the purpose of reforestation and conservation. In order that he could impress council with the widsom of the project, Roy had to leave the chair and take part in the debate from the floor•. More than half a million trees were planted in the area, and many of these will be of age to sell within a few years, Already some of the original trees, that were on the property when • it was bought, have been sold pro- fitably by the count •, While at \Vaxford, Roy was married to 'Miss Marguerite. ' -ook. Mr. and Mrs. Dick have a daughter, Barbara Anne. who became a school -teacher. She is now ,Mrs. John Keener of De- troit, In 1944, Roy was transferred to Wyoming as agent- He was elected Reeve of Wyoming in 1950 and has so served since. Roy had been a Mason for 35 SPRING Thankoffering Services First Presbyterian Church Seaforth SUNDAY, MAY 20TH SERVICES AT .11 A.M, AND 7 P.M. GUEST SPEAKER Rev. Prof. D. K. Andrews, Ph.D. of Knox College. Toronto At the Evening Service Dr. Andrews will give an illustrated talk on a recent visit to the Holy Land EVERYBODY WELCOME Special Music by the Choir REV. D. GLENN CAMPBELL ALAN BENNETT Minister Organist & Director years. Havelock Lodge, Watford NORTHSIDE COUPLES CLUB is his mother lodge. Past presi- dent resi- det of Watford Rotar\ Club and was the first president of Wyoming Lion's Club. Also he has ibeen county representative OA .the 'board of the Childrens' Aid !$ooiety* for seven years. He takes credit for the five- year road plan, recently adopted by Lanrbton County and for the new "Twiliglit Haven" Moine for the aged at Petrolia, "I visualized it end talked for it again and again," Roy said. He also takes full credit for being the first in Council to voice objection to the treacher- ous condition of No. 7 highway. Roy recalls .two occasions he. by quick thinking and act- ing. prevented what aright have been serious accidents. One night he noticed an open switch and was in time to . warn the man in change 'before an on. conning train passed through. On another occasion, he saw that one of the wheels on a passing ear was off and was rid- ing on the rail: He managed to have the train stopped. "C4TH CHEERY COMRADES" The Seaforth Rural 4-H Homemaking Club held the third meeting• at the home of Mrs. W. L. Whyte on May_ 12. Opened by singing 'The more we get to- gether and repeating the 4-H Pledge. Decided to call the club ".'The Cath -Cheery- Comrades". The importance of fruits \vas discussed, We .then went to the kitchen and took part in cooking different fruit The home assign- ment to serve a citrus fruit and prepare and serve apple or rhu- barb at east once. Serve prunes or any dried fruit. They con- tinued with meeting 4. Poll call was answered by a dessert suit- able for supper. Discussed plan- ning good meals and why we use heat. Meering dosed with 'ouch eating the food prepared. The hone assignment :Make two . ippe: dishes containing (neat, The May meeting -of the ecu- 1 es clubwas held Monday, P r on 4 YI May 14 in the church 'school ' room with „ ..9 mrtte�n ante. Th a d e devotions consisted of reading, ry'ntn 609, poem entitled, "Moth- er", scripture, psayer_and read- ing, taken by Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Pinder, and Mr, and Mrs, ;Clarence Walden, Jean Pinder then introduced the guest of the evening, Ed Daly. Mr. Daly spoke briefly on Barbados. Then the showed twit colored reels of film which he fileted while vacationing there this past winter. Mr, Daly :men- tioned that the 'Canadian dollar was worth $1.70. The island is scenic, has a pleasant climate and miles of brilliant beaches. There are no mosquitoes, flies, or snakes there also. The ex- pense involved is not while stay- ing there but in getting there. The couples of the club who have a bit of wandering are starting to save 5300 for the air fare. 'Clarence Walden then thanked the speaker. The business period was then conducted with the Presidents Wilbee in .charge. Lunch was then served and the meeting closed with the singing of taps. BLAKE Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gingerieh and Mr. and Mrs Keith Ginger - lel were in London last week, A number from this vicinity attended the Sunday evening service in the Evangelical Church in Zurich when Rev. K. h. Roupel gave his farewell ser- vice before leaving for his new charge at Mildmay. He has been on the Zurich Charge for nine years. Miss Edith Steckle is \-isitin her sister and family at Wal- lenstein. Miss Alia Martin left for the West where she is doing emission lien. eggs t r cheese, work.• 1 , 11,,,1111111"111 111111111111111111111111111111111111111,)11111111111111111111111,11111111111111.11111111111.11111111111111111111111111111 MAKE BAKER'S GREENHOUSE YOUR GARDEN CENTRE OVER 60,000 PLANTS TO CHOOSE FROM Petunias—Mixed Crown Jewels, Fluffie Ruffles. all double, Rosy Morn, Rose of Heaven, Celestial Rose. Fire Chief, Balcony Blue, Elks Star Salvia. early and late, Asters, Snapdragon, Lobelia, compact and trailing, Coleus, Ageratum, Dusty Miller Sweet Alyssum, White and Royal Carpet, Marigolds, Stocks: Scabiosa,'Verbena, Zinnias, Balsam, Giant Pansies Thunbergia, Sweet William. Hardy Chrysanthemums in seven colors, Delphiniums, Hardy Carnations. Tuberous Begonias Fibrous Rooted Begonias: Geraniums, Gloxinias Tomatoes, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Sweet Peppers, Hot Peppers, Celery, Head Lettuce, Brussels Sprouts, Garden Huckleberries Open house every day and evening. Drive around and look them over Baker's Greenhouse, Seaforth Turn west at Seaforth Creamery ttIt1a11111t11111111111111,111111111t111,1lllllll ein tall 111•lttittt tt 01111111111 ttttttI11t111111111111119,1111111111111"111,111111' THE TIME IS HERE GET YOUR CHEST X-RAY SEAFORTH -- NORTHSIDE UNITED CHURCH Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday May 22, 23 and 24 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. -- 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. • • HENSALL COMMUNITY CENTRE Friday, May 25 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. -- 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sponsorship - Huron T B Association TURNERS' W. A. The regular anonthly meeting of Turners' W. A. was held at i it d r May 8th Turners'ur 1 o a C n y with Mrs. W. Rogerson and Mrs. Ed Layton as hostesses. The roll call WEIS answered by nam- ing a good citizen of the .Bible, Mrs. G. McGregor read the scripture and Mrs. F\'. Roiberts led in, prayer. The devotions avers taken by Mrs. 1114. Falconer, Instead orf the topic a discussion on the questionaire regarding the National Evangelistic Mis- sion took 'place. Plans were com- pleted regarding 'Family Service on May 13 and visitors' day on Wed. June 13, when Ontario Sit. and McKillop Charge ladies will be entertained. Mss. A. G. Eagle will be the guest speaker. Plower arrangements were discussed for Flower Sunday, on June B. Helen Turner and Mrs. Howard Johns are to be responsible, with Mrs. Ed Layton and Mrs. Erlin Whitmore assisting. Kenneth Ashton, 'Clinton, will be guest speaker. The ladies decided to scrub the church on May 21st. There will be no regular meet- ings in July and August but the ladies are planning •a'Mother and Daughter :banquet the end of June. The fall baking sale was set for October 6 in the council chamber, Clinton.'The ladies voiced their ;appreciation to members of the property com- mittee for the snaking of coat and hat racks to be used in the basement. At the close of the meeting lunch was served by the hostesses, On Wednesday, May 9 nine la- dies attended the Women's Rally in Ontario Street Church, Clin- ton. which was enjoyed very much. On Sunday, May 13 the W. A. conducted the worship service assisted by a ladies' choir, Ei- leen Garrett and Joan Rogerson sang a duet while Helen Turner and Mrs, Frank Falconer took the duet past in the anthem. Mrs. Ebner Townsend conducted the order of service, Mrs. L. Lawson led ill prayer. Mrs. How- ard Johns and Mrs. Ken Roger- son read the scriptures. hiss Sybil Courtice of Clinton, re- turned missionary from Japan. was guest speaker and brought an inspiring message. During the service Rev. A. G. Eagle 'baptiz- ed Donald Glen, son of Mr. and Mrs. 'Fred McGregor. Other activities during the month included a hobo tea held at the home of \1rs. Fred Me- -Gregor. During the afternoon a crib quilt was quilted and a dainty lunch served. HENSALL George A. Glenn died sudden- ly following a heart attack at his home here Saturday night. He was in his 60th year. FORTY YEARS AGO From The 'Seaforth News May 1916 3lrs. Hicks has gone to Lake Joseph, Muskoka, to 'take charge of a summer resort. When is someone in Seaforth going to prove in regard to day- light saving? It is coming all over 'Canada. Miss Helen Larkin left on Monday for New York to train as a nurse. She was accompanied by Miss Dorothy Marson who in- tends visiting relatives in New York state, Pte. Ken McKay won a relay race at military day in Clinton. Mr. and Mrs. Smith of North Dakota spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. McMurray in Eg- mondville. Henry Kieber has given up his farm to his son Henry and intends retiring to Brodhagen. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO From The Seaforth News, May 1931 The 100th baby was born in Scott Memorial Hospital on May 16rh and was presented with a gold ring by the hospital board. R. Keith Love was presented with a bymnary by Aillsgr'een congregation in honor of his graduation for the ministry. The wedding took place on May 2.5 of Marjorie E. Reid and Laurence B. Ryan. Mr. and firs. Lorne Dale are moving to Henry Taylor's resi- dence. 'Robert S. _1icKercher, of Mc- Killop, has received his degree at 0. A. O. THP( SEAFORTH NE'VU'S—Thursday, May 17, 1956 Regent i e tr. e DOUBL111. BILL— muss Fri. Sat, May 17 18 19, Tho Twinkle in (,oil's Eye, Mickey Rooney- Colleen (=ray. Ile came to Lodestone---sln pity of the Frontier Yellow Rose or Teras—Roy Rogers -Dale Svans. Naw western adventures ken. Tues. Wed„ May 21 22-•lir The Silver Chanute. Virgtma Mayo - Pier Angelo The mightiest story of truth and temptation ever produced (1st show 7 P.M.) Thurs. Fri, Sat„ May 24-21.26 , Doctor at Sea Dirk Borgard-Sriggitti Bardot.'. COMING — The Quiet Man - The Little Kidnappers Ladies -- Now is a good time to buy YOUR SUMMER FOOTWEAR while we have sizes in stock WOULD YOU LIKE A SMART WHITE PUMP OR STRAP ? A PANAMA PUMP OR STRAP ? OR A SANDAL WITH THE BACK IN. We have them in all colors and heels WIL. IS SHOE STORE The Little Store with the "Big Values" 111111111111111tt111u11111111111111.1111111111111111111111111111111,11111111.111111111111111111,111111 n11,t1111.1.111 lllllll 1,110 PAINT UP FIX UP See us for all your needs BROOMS -- MOPS -- RAKES HAND AND POWER MOWERS STEEL BROOM RAKES 79c WE HAVE A SPECIAL PRICE ON 1 GAL. CANS '' OF WHITE EXTERIOR PAINT 1iflL15 1 .. PLUMBING HARDWARE QUALITY HEATING 11111111111/1111111111111111114111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111Wal HURON COUNTY GuelphTourDay TUESDAY, MAY 22 See (1) The Most Modern Feed Plant in Canada (2) The Guelph Milk Plant (3) The new U. C. O. Fertilizer Plant at Stratford LADIES INVITED Fare will be 1.50 per person. This includes bus trip and lunch Bus leaves Seaforth Co-op Mill at 8.45. We should be home between 5 and 6 P.M. Tickets at the Co-op Offices and from Co-op Directors Everyone welcome SEAFORTH FARMERS CO-OPERATIVE • • • • • At • .14 • • • • • • • • • • • e • • • • • • • • _.. • • 0 0 • �of fora three or 34 /O four year term • • • • • • • • • • • HURON & ERIE.ThE arcfcs CORPORATION 411111VV‘MfittBA,-;5N.!11. RMCANADATRUST ' lariat( • • • • Head Office - London,, Out, District Representatives F. G. Bouthron. Heusall — Watson & Reid, Seaforth • • 0 • 0 0 • • • • • • • • • •