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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1943-05-27, Page 1Seaforth News HURON C O U N T Y'S LEADING NEWSPAPER . WHOLE SERIES, VOL, 5, No, 21 SEAFORT I, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 27, 1943 Phone 84 $1 a year Plan Many Features I For Monster Picnic Bracken and Nixon To Be at, Seaforth June 7. — Displays' t and Demonstrations Several more features are an- nounced this week for the first an- nual picnic and field day of the Hur- on County Federation of Agricul- ture, which outstanding event will be held at Seaforth on Monday, June 7th, when two prominent Canadians will speak here, John Bracken, lead- er of the Dominion Progressive - Conservative party, and Premier H. C. Nixon, leader of the Ontario Lib- erals. • Plans are being made to accom- modate a crowd of six thousand far- mers and their families, Of considerable interest to farm. er's wives will be, a demonstratien of home canning of fruits and vege- tables without sugar, which will be under the direction of the Consume 'Late Premier Aberhart of Alberta, era' Branch, Dept. of Agriculture, who died in Vancouver. Ottawa. Farmers are invited to bring their 13rucefield Society livestock and poultry problems for free consultation to a veterinary clinic being arranged by district vet -4 erinarians. This will be an opportun- ity to get advice on all' farm veter- inary problems. Labor-saving devices under the direction of Mr. Gordon McGavm of Walton, will form an interesting dis- play. Included in this exhibit will be I a drag saw with tractorand circular saw attachment, also stook loader, mower with attachment .for cutting and winrowing hay, also a corn loader. *'blue coal' '. THE SOLID FUEL FOR SOLID COMFORT i B. L. BOX PHONE 43 Northside United Church Rev, H. V. Workman, Minister. 10 a.m.—Sunday School 11 a.m, :"What to' Remember and What to Forget." 7 p.m,—"Jehovah, the Hope of Israel." Thursday 7.45 p.m.—Prayer ser- vice. Friday, 8 p.m.—Official Board meeting. St. Thomas Church Rector, Rev, Dr. Hurford. 11 a.m,—"Baptism and the Chris- tian Covenant." 7 p.m.—.''Christian Redemption." 'Sunday School at 10 a.m. St. Mary's Church, Dublin 2.25 p.m.—Sunday School. 3 p.m.—"Christian Redemption." Egmondville United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A.,B.D, 10 a.m., Sunday School. 11 am., "The Harvest of Souls." 7 p.m. "Christian Courage." First Presbyterian Church Rev. Hugh Tack, Minister. Sunday School at 10 a,ni. Anniversary saarvices, Guest speak- er, Rev. W. B. Kelly, M.A„B,D. Morning service 11 a.m. Evening service, 7 p.m, Mid week service Thursday at 8 P.m. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Watson 'of Drinkwater, Saskatchewan, wish to announce, the engagement of their daughter Evelyn Grace, of Seaforth, to Norman Millard, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Williamson, Walton. The marriage to take place late in May. ANNOUNCEMENT Mr, and Mrs. A. E. Clark, of Hen- sall, wish to announce' the engage- ment of their daughter, Mary, to LAC. Keith Buchanan, No. 3 F,I,S., Arnprior, Ont„ son of Mr. William Buchanan and the late Mrs. Buch- anan, of Hensall, the marriage to take place the early part of June. ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Blanchard, 1VIc- Killop, announce the engagement of their daughter, Helen Julia, to Mel- vin Arthur Nichol, son of mi.. and Mrs. William John Nichol, Stratford, the marriage to take place early in June: at the - home of the bride's parents, ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs, Thos, W. McMillan announce the engagement of their only daughter, Edythe Marcella, to Mit Francis Stephen Coleman, only son of Mr. and Mrs, Francis J. Cole- man. The mar'r'iage to take place on Saturday, June 12th. ANNOUNCEMENT Mr, and Mrs. Roderick Maclean, . Egmondville, announce the engage. went of their only daughter Cather- ine, to 1L Ir, Anthony (Tony) Phillips, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Phillips, Seaforth, the marriage to take place Saturday, June 12th, Receives Thanks Letters . From Boys Overseas Who Got Boxes and Cigar - ettes Following are a few letters which the Brucefield Patriotic Society have received from some of our boys over- seas, thanking them for boxes and cigarettes which they have received, Dear Friend. Just a few lines to let you know I received the parcel you so kindly sent. It was in tip top shape. I was sure surprised to get it when they told me there was a par- cel. I couldn't figure it opt as I had got one from hone the day before. But it was lovely any way and every- thing was just as you sent it. Well I'll say good bye and thanks a million and I really appreciate it. Your friend, DON DAYMAN. Premier Aberhart Dies In Vancouver Was Native of Hibbert- Town- ship and Spent Boyhood at Seaforth The death of Premier William Aberhart of Alberta, which occurred i early Sunday in Vancouver, B.C., caused a very real sense of loss to Seaforth community which was his 1 boyhood home, and where from time to time over a period of years he had i preached in First Presbyterian Church to large congregations ohm -I ing visits to his mother and brothers here. His last appearance in the pulpit here was in July, 1942. He i was 64. Death was due to a liver ailment, Mr. Aberhart entered hospital or a check-up on April 18 while vaction- McKiLLOP FARMER SERIOUSLY INJURED 'Mr, John Beattie, of the 10th con„ McKillop, is in Scott Memorial Hos. pital suffering from a broken verte- bra of the neck as a result of falling from a load of straw about 11,30 Tuesday morning, With his son, Ken, he was work- ing on top of a wagon load of straw unloading it on their barn floor, Mr. Beattie lost his balance as be reach- ed down to unfasten the side of the rack and fell about 7 feet to the floor. Though not rendered uncon- scious by the fall he suffered one broken and one fractured vertebra of the neck and both hands were paralyzed, at least temporarily. 'lo Wednesday Mr. Beattie's con clition remains critical, E. C. Boswell Heads ing in Vancouver. He later was re -1 Local Navy League leased but re-entered hospital about a week before his death after at -t tending physicians held+ an emerg- ency consultation, Ile took a turn for the worse on • Thursday. Mrs. Aberhart and his two I daughters were at the bedside at his death at 8 a.m, Sunday. • Funeral services wereheld at Can- adian Memorial Church, Vancouver, on Wednesday afternoon and were conducted by Rev. G. Harrison Vil- lett, a personal friend of the prem- ier for the last 15 years. Born in Hibbert township on Dec- ember 30, 1878, he attended S.S. No. 4, Hibbert, until moving with his family to,. Egmondville, where. they lived on the Mill road just west of the village. He . attended Seaforth Collegiate Institute and obtained a second-class teacher's certificate. He taught school at Wingham, and later attended business college in Chath- am. Mr. Aberhart specialized in math- ematics and commerce at Queen's University after taking his first-class teacher's certificate at Hamilton Normal School. He taught in Brant- ford from 1905 until he moved west in 1910. He married, July 30, 1902, Jessie Flatt, daughter of George Flatt, of Galt, Ont. Their daughters, Mrs. Charles MacNutt and Mrs. James Cooper, live in Vancouver: Also Dear Friends. Just a line to let surviving are 'his mother, Mrs. Wil- Aberhart, know that I received your most Liam. Aberhart, residing at Seaforth, y and three brothers and a sister, welcome parcel of cigarettes last Charles and Louis, of Seaforth, and night quite intact. I am very proud John, Woodstock, and Mrs. Me - to be remembered by the people of Isaacs, of Detroit. the village and wish the receiver of 1VIr Aberhart had a strong relig- ious background and at one time this humble note to convey my planned to enter the ministry. How- ever when he went west to Calgary to teach, he headed a Bible class in a Fundamentalist Baptist Church, His Bible Class became so popular that he outgrew it for the church auditorium. He moved into a theatre and finally built his own Bible In- stitute, of which he was dean. He broadcasted every Sunday afternoon his Bible talks and they became widely popular throughout the whole of Alberta and particularly rural Alberta. He built up a tremendous following. In the summer of 1932 he was in Edmonton narking examination pa- pers. He was invited by a friend to attend the Canadian Club to hear Maurice Colbourner the English ac- tor, who was playing in Edmonton. Mr. Colbourn happened to speak on a new economic theory which no one present had ever heard of before, called Social Credit. Mr. Aberhart was deeply interested. He secured from the Normal School Library a Continued an Page 4 thanks to each and every one of the Patriotic Society. I ant fine. Hoping these few lines find you all well and in good spirit, so carry on the good work. Your humble servant, . Pte. W, J. CALDWELL Dear Friends. Recd. the box and cigarettes which you sent to me. You won't know what it means to get letters and parcels from home. I saw Will Burdge since the hast of Jan. Please thank the ladies for the things they sent me. I am fine, Hope this finds you all the same and (hope we will all soon be home again. Love to all and thanks, Spr. P. HARRISON. Dear Folks. Thanks very much for the cigaretes. Hope all my friends in Brucefield are in the best of health. We are all fine here and have had a raise in pay, We are winning slowly but surely. Spr•. R, McCABE. MINISTERIAL ASSOC'N MET ON TUESDAY The Seaforth and District Minist- erial Association met in Egmondville United Chm•cb, Tuesday afternoon, May 25th, Two papers were given, one, by Rev. S. Kerr•, of Brussels, on "The Idea of Redemption in Paul and John,". the other by Dr. Hurford, en- titled, "The Book of Job." The next meeting will be held in Brussels Presbyterian Church early in October. MRS: A.' MIDDLEMOST PASSES AT HAMILTON Mr. ThomasJohnstone received word of the death of his sister, Mrs. Archie Mldcllemost, of 'Hamilton, who passed away on Tuesday evening, May 25th. Following hospital treat- ment recently, Mrs, Middlemost had been improving and had returned t:c her home. She was a datighter of the' late Mr. and 15hi's, Robert Johnstone of Seaforth. Born 07 years ago near Winthrop she came with her parents to Sear forth when a year old. Alter her mar - ridge she resided at Chatham before going to Hamilton 20 years ago. She is survived by her husband and one son, Robert, etpresent star tiond. in Quebec- with the Army;; also by two brothers and a sister, Wm. Johnstone, Listowel, and Thos, Johnstone, Seaforth, anti Miss Millie Johnstone, Hamilton, Burial will take place on Friday at If RIMIton, Seaforth' Branch Organized on Tuesday Night. — Mrs. Ross Is Secretary A meeting was held at the council chambers Tuesday evening for the purpose of organizing a branch of the Navy League of Canada. The I Mayor, J. J. Clutf, occupied the chair and spoke briefly on the ob- ject of the meeting. Mr. G. D. Fer- guson acted as secretary for the meeting which was attended by rep- resentatives from the various Sea - forth organizations. The meeting was addressed by Mr, J. R. Davison, the field secretary of Ole Navy League of Canada and ex- plained the object and work of the League. Some of these are the estab- lishment of Sea Scout troops, supply- ing ditty bags and other comforts to the sailors of the Navy and Merchant Marine, sending magazines to the ships and comfort stations and coll- ecting good used men's clothing for the sailors who are survivors of ships lost by wreck or enemy action on the high seas. The election of officers was then proceeded with and the following of- ficers were duly elected: E. C. Boswell, Chairman; C. P. Sills, Vice -Chairman; Mrs. Jean Ross, Secretary; Benson S. Hamil- ton, Treasurer; Miss Alice Reid, convener of Ditty Bag Committee; ihas. Holmes, Magazines; Miss Dor- othy Smith, Publicity and Educa- tions Miss Alice Daly, Finance and - Tag Day. Mr. E. C. - Boswell then took the chair and spoke briefly, following which some discussion was held. The next regular meeting is to be held on June 28th at 8,30 p.m. HOLD JOINT MEETING A joint meeting of the Women's Missionary Society and Barbara Kirkman Auxiliary of .First Presby- terian church'was held Tuesday night in the basement of the church with Mn. William Freeman, president of the W.M.S., presiding. The meeting opened with a prayet: by Mrs, Free- man, and the secretary of the W.M.S. Mrs. James Kerr, read the minutes. Following the treasurer's report, Mrs. W. J, Thompson, president of the Barbara Kirkman Auxiliary, took charge. Miss Patterson read the min- utes and the treasurer's report was read. Mrs. H. E. Smith, whose group had charge of the meeting, then took the chair and the Scripture les- son was read by Mrs. William Mac - Laren. Miss Ella, Roulston led in prayer and current events were read by - Mrs, Neil Gillespie, The offering was then taken, followed by the ded- icatory prayer by Mts. H. E. Smith. A solo was sung by Mrs. W. A. Wright and Mrs, Hugh/ Jack gave a report of the providcial meeting held in Guelph recently. EXPRESSES THANKS Od, Sm. Clair Haney, V55637, F Block., HMCS Stadacona, F,M:O., Halifax, N.S., writes: "To the ladies of the Women's Institute who so very kindly gave me the sox and sweaters, also to the committee who on behalf of the community met me at the train and presented me with a beautiful gift, I want to say thank you.” ELECT SEAFORTH MAN Mr, Ed. Mole, Seaforth, was named to the: office of pursuivant at the Tuesday elections of the provincial chapter Inc Ontario West of the Roy- al Black Knights of -Ireland, meeting for the 67th annual session in Lon- don, Hensall W. A, Marks 50th Anniversary History of St. Paul's Auxiliary. One Charter Member Living The Woman's Auxiliary of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Hensall, was organized on January 9th, 1893, during the incumbency of Rev. E.. Softly. The ladies met at the home of Mrs. G. C. Petty, The minutes do not record how many were present. Miss Cross was present and explain- ed xplained the constitution. The minutes do not tell who Miss Cross was, but it was presumed she was one of the Diocesan off1icers from London. Offi- cer's elected were: President, Mrs. Clegg; vice -pies„ Miss Blanche Pet- ty; rec.-sec., Miss B. Hodgins; car.- sec., ar:sec„ Miss J. Johnston; treas„ Miss 1VI. Smallacombe,'whic'h office she held until 19,16 when she became president, Of the original executive only one member, Miss Blanche Pet- ty is still living. She is now residing in Toronto. The minutes of the second meeting record eleven pre- sent. We still have one charter mem- ber, our beloved Mrs. Petty, of whom we are justly proud, she being one of our most faithful and energetic members. To Mrs. Petty we extend congratulations and trust she may, be spared to help carry on the work she loves so well. Many former mem- bers have moved from the parish and many have been . called to higher service. ! The first money, $100.00 for Mis- sions, was forwarded to Messrs, Bir- ney and Bell, church wardens, All , Saints' Church, Morris, Manlitoba. The first missionary work of the soc- , iety was done for Mr. Hope of Bat- tleford. Two barrels of new and sec- ond hand clothing were shipped to I him. The society worked for him for three years after which work was done for Mr. James Taylor, Sandy Lake Mission. Work was also done for Mr. Swainson of Onioksene. As time went on a bale of clothing was sent each year to a missionary in the West. As the work grew and appeals! came in the society undertook to clothe a boy and a girl in St. Paul's School, Blood Reserve, Alberta. Dur- ing the past years as our membership decreased a splendid outfit of cloth- ing has been provided for a girl only in this school. As the work of the Dominion W.A. increased more ' ap- --peals have been made to the branch. These we have met to the best of our ability. For a number of years when we had more members liberal cont- ributions were made to the church budget apportionment. During the years of the depression bales were , shipped to the West for the White Settlers. Four life members certific- ates have been presented: Mrs. W. J. Doherty in 1916; - the late Mrs. BrooksMrs, G. C. Petty rn 1927, Mrs. Esther Simpson in 1930. In January 1928 the society celeb- rated the thirty-fifth anniver'sar'y of the founding of the organization. Rev. F. W. Schaffer of Wingham was the guest speaker, When a boy he lived in India and understood the customs •of the people. He described the work of the missionaries and told of the sacrifices made by them. In October 1930 Miss Irene Isaacs, missionary on furlough from Japan, gave an address on Japan, dealing with the customs of the people and her work. In January 1933 a spec- ial meeting was held in the church to . celebrate the 40th anniversary. Rev. R. J. Bowen of London was special speaker. He traced the growth of the W.A. from its original band of seven women to its thousands of members then. He asked us not to be discour- aged though our numbers are small. By placing our hand in the hand of Christ we can do great things for Hint. He gave a most interesting ad- dress on his work as assistant mis- sionary to late Bishop Boinpas. In October 1934 Miss Harrison of Lon- don was present at our regular meet- ing and stressed the work of the Little Helpers, In January, 1936, at our regular meeting which was held on the 9th,. the 48r'd anniver- sary, Mrs. G. C. Petty was presented with a silver bowl filled with rose- buds. On Jan. 9th, 1938, a special service was held in the church at 11 o'clock by our rector, Mr. Hunt, to commemorate the 45th anniversary. fie stressed the fact that the church which is not missionary is not fulfill- ing its true mission. In the afternoon Miss Kathleen McNaughton, diocesan sec, -tress: of Juniors, was guest speaker, She was a delegate in Sep- tember to the Dominion annual which was held in Halifax; she told 105 the opening ceremony was the :planting by the Dominion president of a cutting from the Holy Thorn of Glastonbury which legend says was brought to England by Joseph of •Arimathan in A.D. 37, Miss Mc- Naughton gave an interesting report TI rat synod met at the same time and the bishops and delegates voiced their ' appreciation of the splendid work done by the W.A. At our regular meeting in Septem- ber• 1938 Mr. Grigg, a returned mis- sionary from. Burma, gave a. most iinteresting address on his work in India. He had on display a number of articles made by the natives and he sang a verse of Jesus Lover of • My Soul in the Burmese language. • Red Cross Notes Knitters attention) An order from headquarters has just been received asking that those who are at present knitting khaki turtle neck sweaters are asked to rip out the neck if fin- ished and knit in a round neck. These are what are now needed. The film "Forever and a Day,” will be showing in the theatre here June 14 -15th. This film was made by all the leading film artists of the British Colony in Hollywood and do- nated by them to the Governor Gen- eral of Canada who has decided that all funds received from the showing shall be divided equally between the Canadian Red Cross and St Johns' Ambulance Association. Again we have been asked to make an appeal for women who will sew. The writer of these notes has made previous appeals and is at a loss to know how to word an appeal that will bring results. Housecleaning is a busy time. Many women are doing their own work who previously .had help, but with restrictions as they are time is not spent in baking or entertaining as formerly. With the ''`will to work,' by planning and sac- rifieing, can't you give some time to sew for British War Victims or hos- pital supplies. If you can't make a garment alone, you might be able to do it with the help of a neighbor or friend. The cutters will be pleased to help—just ask them. Wool has been received for forty turtle neck sweaters, ASK FOR JARS, ETC. FOR THE HOSPITAL The Women's Aid to Scott Mem- or'iel Hospital would be pleased to accept jars (pints, ,quarts or half - gallons) to be used for canning at the Hospital, also clean rags for housecleaning. Kindly leave articles at Daly's Garage, any time tip to Saturday, June 6th. 01 the Dom. annual, 1a gene ENGAGEMENT Mr. John Forrest announces the engagement of his daughter Isabel to hIr, William D. Scott, Brncefielcl The marriage to take place quietly early in Jun, O"1„a11M li,l 1u11ull11111111Ntl, 111,,, uP11O,,.OU"„1,111 "Florentine A ver beautiful and classic design in dinnerware by Woods & Co., one of England's largest and best makers. This is a set that is suit- able for the best occasions and yet has the sturdiness and durability for more regular use, Priced at a special price of per set of 96 pieces A complete service for twelve SHOP AT SAVAUGE'S 111111,1,111111111111111"111,1,11111111,111111111111,11, l lllllnllllllll„l, CHINESE RELIEF FUND IS GROWING China calling ! Six years of war against a ruthless enemy has created a condition in China which needs and deserves our immediate help, It's a long and druel story. They are not only facing war, but famine as well. We have placed boxes in the following places for your contributions: Provincial Bank, Keating's Drug Store, Stewart Bros., Tasty Grill, Spence's Produce; Steph- enson's Store, Kinburn; Bennett Store, - Walton, The campaign will last for four weeks and your donation will speed China on to victory. The War Victims Committee sub- mit the following report: Cash previous acknowledged $146,- 90; M. E. T. $10; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Archibald, $5; Mrs. A. D. Sutherland, $1,00; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smale $1; receipts from Picture Show, $52; M. A, Reid $5; Ned Boswell, $1; Beattie Bros, $10; Egmondville Young Peo- ple's $10. JOINS R.C.A.F. Mr. Edward Devereaux, who has been mining accountant for the Gunnar Gold Mines, and Postmaster at Beresford Lake, Man., for several years, and at the head office of the company in Toronto, recently, has joined the RCAF and reports in Tor- onto on Monday, MAE LANE AUXILIARY The May meeting of the Mae Lane Auxiliary was held Tuesday evening in the basement of North Side Unit- ed Church. Hr the absence of the president, Mrs. Bechely, 1st vice- president, presided. After singing God Save the King, Mrs. Westcott and Mrs. Knight led in prayer. An invitation to Winthrop on June 2nd was accepted and the reports of the different secretaries were read and approved. Miss Lester read the poem, "God Made Them All." A committee for overseas boxes con- sists of Mrs. Kaiser, Mrs. Scott and Mrs. Westcott. The report of the Presbyterial at Brussels was very ably given by Mrs. Knight, Mrs, Mc- Lelland and Mrs. K. Webster for the morning sessions, and Mrs. W. Bar- ber for the afternoon. Miss Vera Mole, captain of Circle 1, conducted the worship period with Mrs. West- cott reading the scripture. Prayer by Miss Laura Mole and a discussion "Asleep or Awake to Our New Home Mission Task," taken by Mrs. Beche- ly, Mrs. Christie, Mrs. Moffatt and Mrs, Savauge. An inspiring duet by Mrs. `-Hoggarth and Miss Cluff - was much enjoyed. EVENTIDE. Seeing Gocl at the break of day, Hearing His voice when skies are grey, Walking with Hint along the way, At Eventide. Never a road but has a bend, Nevar it ro'rcI but has an encs, Never a soul but needs a friend, At Eventide, Teach us to walk by faith, not sight, Help us to turn from wrong to right, the fight, Make of us victors in - Till Eventide. This is our portion if we will, Listen and hear 1 -lith say "be still," Just ahead lies the starlit hill, Blest eventide. Continued an Paiie Buhr —JOHN BEATTIE, Seaforth. -