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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1954-11-18, Page 1The Seafo WI30LB1 $B111 $, VOL. 76 STIAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1954 G. BAKER AND J. MORRIS TO GUARD BEAVER NET After two weeks of practice the Seaforth Intermediates have an- nounced their line up for the coming season. The goal tending job will be divided between Jack Morris and 'Gar 'Baker, former Seaforth Junior, who last year starred with Perth in the Scottish League, Jack Muir, Bob Doig, Whitey Broome and Ron Dale are other juniors lining up with the Beavers, Jack Lane, starry centre a few years back with Woodstock Sen- iors, will en-iors,'will centre a line made up .of Eric McCue and Schoolmaster Pegg. Jack Crozier and Al Nicholson round out the defence, while Bill Brown and Ray Chambers are on the for- ward line. Also on the roster is Gib Hubert. The Beavers open in St. Marys on Friday night and back in Seaforth on Tuesday night.against Zurich. THIRD STRAIGHT WIN FOR SEAFORTH BALDWINS The London Lou Ball sextet is still winless in four games of their O.Ii.A, junior "B" group schedule, but one thing about it, •Iry Hodgson's kids deserve an "E" for effort. -Tues- day they absorbed their fourth straight setback, this time at the hands of the strong Seaforth Bald- wins, by a 6-3 count, at the Queen's .Park puck "palace," but they didn't wind up on the etort end of the score because they lacked the old col- lege try. Matter of fact, except for the opening frame when Seaforth had a big edge in the play and a 3-1 mar- gin in the scoring, the Londoners weren't too far off the pace. But that initial frame made all the dif- ference. It was the third win in as many games for the league -leading Bald- wins. For the first few minutes of the opener, it looked as if London was going on a scoring binge. Don'Quirie sent the locals ahead 1-0 on a nice solo effort at 2:25. But that was the only time the Lou Ball squad held the lead. The Baldwins came back to walk up three goals before the end of the session, and then managed to add the odd goal in the five scored in the second and third frames. Baldwins deserved every bit of their triumph, too 1 "Farmer" McFad- den's youngsters had their passing plays clicking remarkably well for so early in the season, and this plus their close, hard checking style, was too much for the London team to overcome. CUTOVER MADE TO NEW UNDERGROUND CABLE HON. W. J. DUNLOP OPENS HIGH SCHOOL (Pile 'Hon. W, J, Dunlop, Ontario Education Minister, in an address officially opening a new edition to the Seaforth and District High School said Tuesday, the architect, the contractors and the trustees seemed to have thought of every- thing when building the addition, and when renovating the old addition was carried out, The Department of Education this year has spent a little more than $64,000,000 for primary and second - FARM POND HELPS SAVE LAYING HOUSE Buick response by Seaforth fire ,brigade saved a large two and a half storey laying house at Scott Poultry Farms early Friday morning, Credit goes to Mr. Tien Chambers for timely discovery of the fire, The farm pond, constructed a few years ago by .the owner, Mr, J. M. Scott, amply proved its worth, pro- viding an abundance of water for the two fire trucks, The fire was confined to the roof of one pen on the third floor of the ary Schools, $9,000,000 for unworn- laying house. A hole about 12 feet ties and other millions for other pun- square was made in the roof, as fire - poses, :There are now '978,000 pupils � men had to tear off ,sections of the in the elementary and secondary metal roofing to quell the blaze. schools in Ontario, and in a few years the enrollment is expected to be more than 1,000,000, he said. He said the Ontario Government is willing to meet as much as possible of the costs of •education, "We are always glad to see .our beautiful buildings," he said, "but it is our teachers and our pupils that make our schools. We are trying to produce the best of citizens to carry on the development of this country. We want our youth to be equipped for the various occupations they will follow. We want to produce well- equipped, religious and loyal citizens who know what a real 'democracy is, and who will be able to refute dan- gers, evils and Communism," :Gordon McGavin, board chairman, was the chairman, and said that when Seaforth celebrates its 100th anni- versary next year, former pupils can come back and visit the old school as they visit the new. Tho Rev. H. Douglas Stewart, of Toronto, a graduate of the sohool, gave the prayer of invocation. In bringing greetings of the Town of Seaforth, MayorE. A. McMaster said each new building makes a town that much better. "There is too much money spent on super grand build- ings", he said. "As the teacher is, so is the school. We need more well- trained teachers, as good schooling is cheap schooling." Huron County 'Warden W. J. Dale said: "We are just at the beginning of an era of new schools and new hospitals." The St. Lawrence .Seaway, he said, will affect our whole way of life in this county. C. H. Gillen, the school's architect, and David Smith, representing the Ellis -:Don Construction Company, of London, brought greetings. Principal L. P. Plumsteel spoke briefly. Musical numbers were given .by Dora Ann Stinson, Doris Johnston. June and Audrey Hackwell and Mary Dennis. Prior to the meeting the speakers and guests to the number of 50 were entertained by the District High School Board at a sumptuous turkey banquet in the parish hall of St. Thomas' Church. On Thursday last McKillop Muni- cipal Telephone System completed cutover of the telephone circuits feeding through the old aerial cable north of Seaforth to their new un- derground cable plant. This will pro- vide double the number of circuits needed to split the present lines, to have fewer subscribers per circuit when needed, This underground ca - s. plant cost approximately $8,500. 'The old cable is being removed as soon as possible and pole lead will be removed from the county road as far as Grieve's bridge. The old cable will be scrapped, and good poles will be used to strengthen the main lead to Walton. REV. DR. LAIT, M.C., TO PREACH AT SEAFORTH Huron Presbytery Council of Unit- ed Church men will hold their ser- vice at Northside United Chureh next Sunday evening at. 7:30. Rev. Dr. Uriah Lait, M.C., of Central United Church, Stratford, will preach on "Let's Look at the Elders". A padre in World War II Dr. Lait was a Japanese prisoner of war in Hong Kong for many months, which, added to his many other experiences, has given him an unusual background.' STANLEY FARM GROUP ELECTS Election of officers highlighted the annual meeting of the Stanley twp, Federation of. Agriculture in the Community Centre here tonight. They include: Anson McKinley, president; Alex McBeath, vice-presi- dent; directors. Leon Bedard, district one; Jack Scotchreer, four east; El- gin Porter, three; Elmer Hayter, 13; Harvey Hayter, 6; Gordon Johnston, 7; Bert McBride, 5; Clarence Park, 9; Victor Taylor, 11; Jack Taylor, 10, and Wilmer Jones, 14, W. 1. NOTES Remember the euchre and dance on Nov. 19. All Institute members please bring cakes. Northside United Church Rev. John Stinson, Minister' 10 a.m., Church Sehool and Adult Bible Class. 11 a.m., Youth Service—Sermon, "Obligation or Obliteration". Junior Congregation and Toddlers' Group. 7:30 p.m., Men's Council Service of Hrfrori Presbytery. Preacher, Rev. Dr. U. Lait, of Central ,United Church, Stratford. Egmon'dvillo United Church Rey. W. E. Milroy, Minister, 10 a.m., Church School and Adult Class. 11 a.m., Morning Worship: Ser- mon topic "Putting First Things First". 7. pari„ Evening Praise; Subject, "The Superiority of Christ." 7;30 p.m., School for elders at Northside Church. 7:30 Wed. evening, mid -week ser- vice. Firemen retrained on the scene for over two hours to make sure there was no more danger from fireg. 250 hens were smothered by the smoke, consisting of two pens of white Sussex hens and one pen of Reds, all on the top floor. Damage is estimated at $1,000. It is believed the fire started near the electric Cable attached along the ceiling. 1V.(r. Chambers was going up the lane to work about 5:80 a.m. when he saw what at first he thought was a bright star over the roof of the long laying houyse at the east side of the home farm buildings. When it flickered out and then appeared brighter than ever, he immediately ran and phoned in the alarm. Mr. and Mrs. Scott were in Tor- onto, and were contacted, arriving home at noon. TRACTOR FIRE. On Saturday afternoon the fire brigade was called to the farm of Andrew Moore, Egmondville when a tractor burst into flames while re- fuelling. The fire was put out before serious damage resulted, and the ma- chine is again in service. The acci- dent happened at Mr. Moore's farm south of the Mill Road, as his son Ken was commencing plowing. LANDMARK DISAPPEARS The old livery stable behind M. E. Clarke's garage is being torn down this week. The sewer will go through there. The building has been unused for some years, but was operated as a livery stable by the late Adam Hays for many years, before being pur- chased by Mr. Clarke, EGMONDVILLE Mr. and Mrs. Hugh McLachlan vis- ited on Sunday with Mrs. McLach- lan's son, Mr. and Mrs. Don McKen- zie of near Brussels. Don has recent- ly returned home from Wingham hospital where he has been confined for some time with a broken leg and other injuries, the result of an acci- dent on the highway near Walton. With his leg now in a' cast, he will be confined to his bed for some time. Attending the Santa Claus parade in Toronto last Saturday were Rev. W. E. and Mrs. Milroy and family; Mrs. C. M. Foster, Sandra and Jim- mie, Mrs. Norman McLean, Ann and Billy, Mrs. E. Stephenson, Grace and Paul. Mrs. Stephenson also visited with her sister and brother-in-law, Rev. and Mrs. Andrew H. McKenzie and family. Mrs. Lorne Finlayson and son Bri- an of Cromarty visited with Mrs, Jas. Finlayson. Mr. and Mrs. 3. S. Watson visited last week with their daughter Mr. and Mrs. Albert Clark of Muirkirk. Mr. William Henderson is building a large three -floor poultry house on his property in Egmondville. KIPPEN Mrs. Watson of Londesboro spent a few days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Sinclair. Mr. and Mrs, Norman Dickert spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. An- son Wolfe at Melbourne. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Oke of Lora don spent an afternoon recently with Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Cudmore. We are sorry to report Mr.'Arth- ur. Anderson is confined to Scott Memorial Hospital in Seaforth. We hope for a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Cann and family of Clinton visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. A. 'Gackstetter. Mr. and Mrs. John Sinclair attend- ed the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto during the week. We are pleased to report Miss Elaine Bell is able to be home from the hospital and is progressing favor- ably. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Green of Mitchell were Sunday visitors with the former's father, Mr. Jonah Green Mr. Jack Peck and Mr. Norman Dickert spent a day in Toronto re- cently. Mr. Eiger Mousseau is enjoying a hunting trip on Manitoulin Island this week. Mr. John 'Gackstetter of near Zur ich visited on Sunday at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold 'Gackstetter. Sympathy of this community is ex- tended to Mrs. Herbert Jones in the passing of her sister, Miss S. Fink- beiner, in Crediton, on Friday even- ing, District men who are this week enjoying a hunting trip on Manitou- lin Island include Messrs. Emerson Kyle, David Triebner, Russel Con- sitt, Allan Tremeer, Wesley Richard- son, Campbell Eyre and Herman Dayman. Don't forget the bazaar in Kipper Church on Saturday. Correction in last week's issue; II stated congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Keyes :(nee Margaret Jones) the birth of a son, it should have read, the birth of a daughter. McKILLOP S. S. No. 2, McKillop Farm Forum met at the home of NIP. and Mrs, Stewart Doimage with an attendance of 26 adults. Questions for discps- sion: (1) How have your buying hab- its for food changed in the last ten years? Answer: By buying in small- er quantities instead of in bulk, fancy packaged articles in wax and cellophane. Refrigeration being used more for meats, vegetables and fruits, more buying co-operatively and credit system than 10 years ago. ,(2) How can the farmer adjust himself to the new trends in consum- er buying? Answer: By growing var- ieties and grain prodrtets that meet the consumers' demand, keep up to date on insect, smut control. Process some of his own products before they leave the farm. Buy more eo-opera- tively and in larger quantities and reduce the credit buying. After the discussion period games were played with winners as follows: Ladies, Mrs. Ephraim Clarke, Nies., Secord Me - Brien and Mrs. S. McClure. Men: Walter Seott, S. McClure, and Wal- ter McClure. Lunch was served by hostess and helpers. EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS BY MRS. MEURIG THOMAS .Seaforth Public Library' Board. has the honour of announcing that an exhibition of paintings by Mrs. Meur- ig Thomas, ID. A., (signing D. M. Norrie), Walton, will be en display at the library from November 20th to December 3rd, Mrs. Thomas did her art training at the Aberdeen College of Art, there being awarded a travelling scholarship for advanced study in Germany, France, Belgium and Italy, She has exhibited her work at many of' the well known art galleries in Britain. An exhibition of her pupils' work created considerable interest at the Seaforth Fall Fair. It is hoped that the general public will avail themselves of this oppor- tunity, WALTON Harold Sellers The death occurred in Clinton Hospital on Sunday morning of Mr. Harold Sellers, after a short illness since last Monday. He was born at Brussels in 1902, son of the late Mr, and Mrs. Joseph •Sellers, He is sur- vived by his wife, formerly Miss H0 - da Harris, and one daughter, Mrs, Herb Travis of Walton. Also five brothers', and two grandchildren. The funeral took place on Tues- day afternoon from his late resi- dence, conducted by Rev. M. Thomas of Duff's United Church assisted by Rev. R.. G. Hazelwood of Mount Forest. The pallbearers were Roy Bennett, Jaynes Clarke, Geo. Mc- Arthur, 11. Travis, Nelson Reid, H. Williamson. Interment was in Brus- sels cemetery. Mrs. Will Ferris, Provost, Alberta, is here on a visit to her sister, Mrs, Wm, Grainger. The Minstrel Show has been post- poned owing to a death in the Wal- ton area. Autumn Thankoffering Service was held on Friday afternoon in Duff's United Church with Mrs. Earl Wightman, Belgrave, as guest speak- er. The auxiliaries of Brussels and Winthrop Charges were present and gave a few musical numbers. A dain- ty lunch was served at the close. The CGIT conducted the worship service on Sunday morning at the United Church. Rev. W. M. Thomas preached a very appropriate sermon and clinched some of the ideas which had been presented to the teenage group in S:S. The November meeting of the Wal- ton WMS and W.A. group was held at the home of Mrs. Torrance Dun- das on Wednesday evening with 31 ladies in 'attendance. The president, Mrs. Ronald Bennett opened the meeting with hymn 478 and prayer after which Psalm 74 was read re- sponsively. Mrs. ?Douglas Ennis gave the secretary's report and called the roll which was answered with a book from the new testament. Mrs. Ben- nett read several poems entitled "Childhood Mystery" and "Take it Easy". The treasurer, Mrs. Frank Kirkby gave the financial. report. During the business period the fol- lowing officers were elected for 1955. Pres., Mrs. Walter Bewley; Vice Pres., Mrs. Torrance Dundas; Sec., Mrs. Fern Patterson; Treas., Mrs. Frank Kirkby • Contest Lead- - ers, Mrs. Wilmer Giuthill and Mrs. Wim Bennett; Press Reporter, Mrs. Wesley Hackwell; Quilt Committee, Mrs. Peter McDonald and Mrs. John Shannon; Pianist. Mrs. Herb Traviss. Mrs. Frank Kirkby gave an inspiring topic on "Can be Religious, yet not a Christian". The meeting closed with hymn 445 and the Mizpah Benediction re- peated in unison. A social half hour was spent dur- ing which Mrs. James Clark conduct- ed several contests. Lunch was serv- ed by the hostess and the following ladies: Mrs. George McArthur, Mrs. Frank Walters, Mrs. Allan McCall and Mrs. Harvey Brown. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Robert Kirkby. The WMS of Walton United Church held its regular meeting in the basement of the church with Mrs. Robert McMichael presiding. The scripture was read from Psalm chap. 1: verses 7 to 14 followed by a Prayer by Mrs. Harvey Johnston. The secretary and treasurer reports were given. The Thankoffering• meet- ing is to be held on Nov. 12 with Mrs.' Wiglttman as guest speaker. The Nominating Committee for the new slate of officers for'the coming year are Mrs. H. Johnston, Mrs. McCall and Mrs. Cliff Ritchie. The topic for the meeting was given by Mrs. Dare Watson followed by the report of Aline. College given. by Mrs. McMich- ael. NORTH McKILLOP Miss Vera Kistner and Mr. Aug- ust Hartman of Waterloo spent Sun- day afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Jo- seph Thornton. Miss. Norma Leeming of St. Cath- arines spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Leem- ing. Mr. Lloyd Reggie spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Glanville of Crediton. Miss Bernice Glanville spent Sat- urday with Miss Barbara Menne' of Seaforth. Mr. and Mrs. WiIlianr Hoegy of Seaforth spent Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Thornton, and Mr, and Mrs. Edward Regele. Mr. and Mrs. Harold McCallum, Paul and Ronnie spent Sunday even- ing with Mr. and Mrs, Frank Glare vine of Crediton. Mr. Elmer Dennis, who has been under the Dr's care, we are pleased to say 11' improving, .DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL NEWS Last Thursday and Friday we had our High School Retreat. Fr. Gnome front Woodstock gave us very inter- esting conferences which we will not easily forget. Some of us are finding it hard to make conversation today after our efforts of last week. Our concert this year is to be on Sunday, Dec. 5. All our spare time until then will be taken up in, pract- icing and making costumes. Question: What grade NI girl thinks that leap year is still here. $1,60 a Year Snowdon Srou,, Pubifuhers Authorized as Second Class mail, Poet Office Sept., Ottawa Ulu„OIOIp111„III u,,,p1Il,ll nuquq,„I” ulOgnllpn,a,upgpll,,,,ap"",, i„ 1I ,O,,,pubp,uuppunPru,u,p1 HOLDS ANY TILL CHRISTMAS Selections are complete ---Values never greater and No Christmas Crowds! , MISS AMERICA 17 Jewels, expansion bracelet 14575 DOLLY MADISON 21 Jewels, expansion bracelet 15500 PRESIDENT 21 Jewels, expansion band $4950 WINCHESTER 07 Jewels, seli•winding, certified waterproof*, shock resistant, antl•magnetic, rust proof, sweep second hand, radium hands 1. dial, expansion hand 51950 Other Bulova Watches from. $29.75 up SAV AGE S Jewellery Gifts Fine China Seaforth CONSTANCE Mrs. Robert Johnston and son Bruce and Mrs. Francis and daughter Gail of Grand Valley spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. James Medd. Mrs. Myrtle Carnochan and Mrs. Berger of Wayne, Mich., spent a day recently with Mr. and Mrs. Ephriam Clarke. The many friends of Mr. Ernie Adams. are sorry to hear of his re- cent illness and wish him an early recovery. Master Arnold Jewitt spent Sat- urday in Toronto, attending the Roy- al Winter Fair and the hockey match at Maple Leaf Gardens. Mrs. Ernest Adams and Miss Don- elda Adams spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Buttel of Blyth. While corn cutting at Wilbur Jew- itt's on Monday, Mr. Lloyd Medd re ceived painful injuries to his face and is in the .Seaforth Hospital. At the time of writing he is resting com- f ortably. WINTHROP The W. A. and WMS meeting was held Nov. 6th in the church with Mrs. W. Dodds presiding for the WMS meeting. A word of welcome was extended to the mothers and members of the baby band. A poem, "Given, Not Sent" was read. Scrip- ture lesson read by Mrs. McClure followed by prayer by Mrs. W. Alex- ander. Mr's, G. Blanchard gave the W.A. reports of the presbyterial which was held at Centralia. Reports from the sectional meeting in Eg- mondville were given by Mrs. Case and Mrs. Toll. Hymn 617. Promotion exercises of the baby band to the mission band were conducted by the leader, Mrs. R. Doig. Mrs. H. Axt- ntann gave a very interesting talk on her recent trip to Europe. A vote of thanks was extended to the del- egates and Mrs. Axtmann. hymn 550 and the closing. Lunch was serv- ed by Circle 2. HENSALL Mrs. James Morris of Goderich visited during the past week with her sister, Mrs. E. Chipchase. Mrs. Inez McEwen was taken to Clinton General Hospital on Satur- day, where she is receiving treat- ment. Mr. Melvin McLean Mr. Melvin McLean of Port Dal- housie passed away in the Hospital, in St. Catharines on Thursday in itis 66th year. The eldest on of the late Mr. and Mrs. John McLean, Hensall, he was born east. of Hensen, where he spent the earlier years of his life. Surviving are hie wile, one daughter Patricia, four,. sons. Glenn, William, 1:1:11 she is at the hone of her son, Douglas and Bernard, all of Pett I Irvin Miller. Dalhousie; two brothers, Robert ! Mt Henry Rork, who is :still eon - end Lloyd McLean, Hensall, and one; fined to Seaforth Hospital. bad his sister, Mrs. Robt. hunter of Exeter. '80th birthday last Tuesday, Nov. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. MrLeau, Mr. Miss Phyllis. Inns, daughter of 111. Lloyd McLean and Mr. Hunter at- and .lies. Albeit llinz, entertained a tended the funeral on Monday. IVIr. few frienls on the occasion of her and Mrs. Lorne Hay, Hensall, acrotu- eeghtlt birthday on Friday. ponied by Mr. and Mrs, Wm. McLean lir, and Mrs. Herman I-eonharcit, ' Richard and Earl and Mr, and Mrs. Rudolf Bauer visited Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wilson at Neustadt on Sun- day. Mr. and Mrs. John Mueller and Ruth Ann of Hamilton with Mi', and Mr's. Aug. Hillebrecht. Mr. Chas Ahrens had the misfor- tune to fall down a few steps at his home on Sunday, breaking his right arm. Ile was treated at Seaforth Hospital and is now confined to his bed at his home. Rev. Jaeobs of Kitchener, president of the Canada Synod of the Lutheran Church preached the sermon at the Sunday morning service at St. Pet- er's Lutheran Church. At this ser- vice Rev. Walter Becker announced that he was Ieaving to take charge of a mission church in Loudon, effect- ive the first of the year, Mr. Geo. Chambers of St. Cathar- ines spent a few days this week visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Petty BRODHAGEN Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Green of Grand Bend, Mr. and Mrs, Milton Brodhagen and baby son Murray and Mrs. John Brodhagen of Gadshill with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Mogk on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Smart, Den- nis and Carolyn of Windsor with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John L. Ben- newies for the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Martindale and sons Douglas Robert and Gerald of Thornhill with Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Hicks for the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Lew Hicks visited Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Newton in Toronto, and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Morton in Oshawa on Sunday and Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Dalton Hinz visited with Mr. and Mrs, Ernie Listman in Stratford. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. IDiegel, Marlene and Arthur and Mn'. George Diegel with Mr. and Mrs, Sam Smyth, Mit- chell. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. L. Querenges- ser, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Sholdiee and Beverley with Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kressler in Stratford on Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Lavern Wolfe and Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Wolfe with Mr. and Mrs. Dick Watson, Exeter, on Sunday. Mr,. Rosina Miller with Mr. and Mrs. Ed Fisher in Seaforth. Mr. and Mts. John G. Diesel of North Bay visited relatives herr. Mrs. Caroline Miller celebrated her 801h birthday on Saturday, Nov. of Exeter, and Mr. and Mrs. James Rowcliffe, London, motored to ]'ort Dalhousie on Sunday, owing to the death of their uncle, Mr. Melvin Mc- Lean. Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Middleton and Bobbie attended the funeral of the former's father, Mr. Charles G. Mid- dleton, on Tuesday in St. Paul's Church, Clinton. Mr. Middleton, a former sherriff of Huron County, reeve and councillor of Clinton, an active member of St. Paul's. Angli- can Church, a former warden and lay delegate to the Synod of Huron, passed away in Clinton Hospital in his 89th year. Surviving besides his wife are two sons, R. H. Middleton, Hensall, George of Detroit, one bro. they William Middleton, •Goderich twp, and one sister, Mrs, Daisy Smith of Chatham,