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The Seaforth News, 1952-03-20, Page 1.............. HURON COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER h e S WHOL17 SE,R1NS, VOL. 75 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 1952 $1 a year GIVE THANKS ANP GIVE We see the days grow longer hour by hour: What joy to :keel the son's increas- ing power. The silent dews distill the welcome rain, Here is the miracle of Spring again. -The grass, the grain, the flower, the shrub, the tree Will come in all their beauty, wait and see! New life is stirring in the earth below, Give thanks, the Great Provider willed it so. He also wills that with our thanks we give More of ourselves that other men might live, And through your gift or mine, nor count it loss, We'll give a hand to Canada's Red Cross. -John Beattie. J. E. SILCOX TAKES • NAVAL APPOINTMENT Mr. J. E. Silcox, B.A. (Toronto), has resigned his position on the Sea - forth district high school teaching staff where he has taught mathemat- ics for the past five years, and will take a position with the Canadian navy. Mr. Silcox has been a member of the retired naval reserves and will now transfer to the naval permanent force for three-year short service. He will be commissioned at Halifax in electrical stores with the rank of Lieut. Commander (14. Naval headquarters offered the position to Mr. Silcox last June, but it was too late to legally resign from the high school" teaching staff, and he asked them to leave it over for a year and get in touch with him by the middle of _March this year. Mr. Silcox will remain on the staff here until the end of June and take -op his appointment in Halifax in July. Mrs. Silcox and family will stove to Toronto at that time and stay there until Mr. Silcox obtains quarters .for them at Halifax. J. STEVENS NAMED TO SCHOOL BOARD The monthly School Board meet- ing was held on Monday, March 17. The Board accepted with regret Mr. R. McFadden's resignation. In ac- cordance with regulations the Board named Mr. Jack Stevens to complete Mr. McFadden's term. Routine business was transacted and a special meeting will be called before the end of the month to dis- cuss salaries and special items con- cerning the new school, LAST W. I. EUCHRE Seaforth Women's Institute held their last euchre and dance of this season in the community :centre on Friday evening. Everyone had a good- time. There were 28 tables for eu- chre, prize winners were: Ladies lst, Mrs. David Papple; lone hands, Mrs. Wm. Pepper; consolation; Mrs. W. D. Wilson; gents 1st, James Kerr; lone hands, Wes. Hoggart; consola- tion, Wilmer Turner'; lucky lunch prize, Mrs. Wm. Cameron. RETURNING FROM KOREA Cfm. James E. Brown will sail for home from Japan about March 28, according to word received from him this week by his wife. He has been in h:ospita4 four months in Korea and Japan after being shell shocked. DAYLIGHT SAVING STARTS LETTER RECALLS HERE APRIL 27 FIRST SEAFORTH CLERK Daylight saving will go into effect A letter has been received by Mrs. in Seafortli on Sunday, April 27 at Joseph Grummett from Miss Grace 2 a,m. and end on Sunday, Sept. 28 R. Elliott, •of Owen Sound, a grand - at 2 a.m., according to a motion daughter of the late William Elliott, passed by Seaforth Council. This is first Clerk and Treasurer of the in accordance with times adopted by town of Seafortli. Wingham, Clinton, Goderich and Miss Elliott mentions she had been London, and is an attempt' to avoid interested in reading Mrs. Grum- the confusion last year. Reeve Sills mett's articles on Seaforth in the presided at postponed meeting of daily press. Her grandfather was Seaforth town council on Mon- Clerk and Treasurer from .before day evening with all members pre-; Senforth's incorporation as a town sent except Mayor McMaster who in 1874 and continued in that :office was absent because of illness, Cowl- for thirty-five years until retiring. cillor Christie, reporting for the I Mrs. Grummett has inquired from property committee, asked council, Mr, W. J. :Duncan and Mr. John what they wished to do in regard to Beattie, for any recollections- they Mr. Bushie, who is hired as scaveng-I might have of the late Mr. Elliott, er and to help with other work. and they recall that he was nick - There seemed to be some misunder-: named tDubby" and was halfback standing as to his supervision, and for the champion Hurons - football work. A motion was passed that A. Bushie be sent a letter stating ho is under the direct supervision of Har- old Maloney (town foreman) and that he is to report to H. Maloney every morning, Monday to Satur- day, inclusive, at 8 a.m. for direc- tions for the day. Continuing the property commit- tee report, Councillor Christie in- quired if it would be feasible to put in a steel culvert at the first bridge on the road to the dump. Councillor K. Sharp bad inspected the town scales and reported the floor sagged and needs repairs. Councillor T. E. Daly in giving his report of the streets committee said some snowplowing had been necessary early in February. Some minor drain work had been done and on Coleman street flooding had been ended by the use of a couple of lengths of ten -inch steel culvert. He had visited the Department of Highways .office re the highway pav- ing, and they were now non -commit- "tal as to the share they would as- sume of the cost on Goderich St., and suggested the town write a let- ter. "We are now waiting to hear from the Department before engag- ing the engineer from Goderich," Councillor Daly reported. One thous- and bags of cement have been ord- ered to take care of work• during the coning summer, on town sidewalks, etc. The road machinery company at Goderich had offered to sell a used grader with hydraulic blade and scarifier at $1200, overhauled. He asked if council would be interested, as it could also be used for snow- plowing. It was decided to nia've the' streets committee investigate. Fire Chief J. F. Scott was present and inquired if the town would be interested in extending an invita- tion for the Fire Marshall's regional school, held three times a year for instruction of fire -brigades. The only requirements were the town would furnish a suitable lot and lecture hall. The classes are for forty hours. 'Councillor .Sillery inquired if the firemen get paid for false alarms to the country, and chairman J. C. Crich of the fire and water commit- tee replied yes. Reeve Sills, reporting for the re- lief committee thought . allowance might have to be made in the esti- mates for increased relief this year, due to current trends. A suggestion by the Reeve that an increase in salary of $400 be paid for the balance of the year to Town Clerk and Treasurer Wilson, was favorably received by council, agree- ing that he has enormous responsi- bilities. Councillor Sillery said he was against the principle of the manner in which it was brought up. Councillor Christie suggested the matter be brought in at next meet- ing and a motion was passed to this effect. Correspondence read included a request by the Women's Hospital Auxiliary to hold a Penny Sale from April 19 to 26, which was granted. An out-of-town photo studio was net granted a peddler's license. The clerk and assessor and any councillors were authorized to attend the assessing officers meeting at Stratford on April 19 at 11 a.m. FINDS BUTTERFLY Mi. Thomas Storey, Tuckersmith, brought into the News Office on Friday a butterfly he found while he was going to the barn. This must prove that Spring is really here. BUSINESS CHANGE Mr. John G. Wallace, Spariing St., has sold his Huron Wholesale Con- fectionery to Mr. and Mrs, W. Or- land Johnston of Brucefield who will take possession an April lot. Mi. and Mrs. Wallace with their daughter will move to London where their son is attending university. They have been residents of Sea - forth the past seven years. Northside United Church Rev. D. A. MacMillan, Minister 10 a.m., Sunday School 11 a.m., Worship: R. F. Moulton, guest speaker. 11:80 Junior Congregation. 7 an., Worship: .Serm.on Text, Mt. 21: 12 All Cordially welcome. St. Thomas Anglican Rev. W. A. Jones, Rector. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School Morning Prayer 11 a.m. 7 p.m., Evening Prayer Wednesday, March 26. Holy Communion 10 S.M. Mid -Week Lenten service 7:30 pm • Salvation Army Sunday: Directory Meeting 2:30 p,n„ Sunday School (Company Mtg.) 3 p.m. " The evening service has been can- celled due to a mid -year congress being held in Toronto under the •dir- ection of the Army's international leaders. Wednesday: Hobby -Craft Class at 4 p.m. 411 team, also that he lived for many years in a house beside the Egmond- vle manse and possibly later on Victoria street where James T. 'Scott now lives, It is remembered that he wore a beard and walked' to work daily in a cape. GORDON MACKAY DIES IN DETROIT Word was received here of the death in Detroit, Saturday evening of Gordon MacKay. He died at the age of 53. He was a veteran of the first world war in which he was badly gassed. He suffered from the effects of this, the rest of his life. M•r. Mackay was born in Egmond- ville. He is survived by his wife, three sons, Robert, Detroit; Thayne, of the U.S. Navy, Calif., Gordon, De- troit; and one daughter, Sandra, De- troit. One son, Charles, predeceased him five years ago. Also surviving alp: ane brother, Hugh, of Bayfield, and four sisters, Mrs. Mary :Camer- on, Seaforth; Mrs. H. Pretty, and Mrs. W. J. Finnigan, Egmondville; and Mrs. L. Pethick, New Westmins- ter, B.C. Those from Canada attending the funeral in Detroit on Tuesday, of the late Gordon MacKay* were: Mrs. Mary Cameron, Mr. John Cameron, Mrs. Carmen Rowcliffe, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Boyes, of Seaforth; MTs. H. Pretty, Mrs. W. J. Finnigan, Mr. Clair Haney of Egmondville; Mr. Hugh MacKay, Mrs. Alma Bassett, of Bayfield; Mr. and Mts. Arthur Cameron, of London; and Mr. and Mrs. Rollins of .Sarnia. A request from Goderich council for a motion asking the Department of Highways resurface No. 8 high- way was not received with enthusi- asm by Seaforth Council. It was re- called that this council had last year passed such a recommendation and it was not supported by either Goderich or Clinton. Now, it was too late to hope to accomplish anything this year. The Goderich emotion was endorsed on suggestion of Council- lor Cxgch. A letter was read stating that Mrs. Gertrude Sharp had sustained injuries from a fall caused by a hole in the pavement on Goderich street west on March 18th and•is confined to the hospital. The letter was filed for record, Policing Seaforth will go up in cost next year, acdo'ding to a letter from the Ontario Provincial Pollee. The present contract which expires on. Dec. 31, 1952, is for $5180 for two constables, Next year the cost will be $6600. Council decided that the Provincials are giving excellent service and the cost is no more than neighboring places. There is the extra advantage of radio car, train- ing, etc., and the town receives a 25 per cent grant. A motion 'vas Passed that the council desires to continue the police contract as to be Continued on Page 4 PUBLIC SCHOOL NEWS By Betty and Ron. ' On Tuesday night we had a dress rehearsal in the High School auditor- ium. There are over 75 children in costume. Mrs. Ellis is looking after the costumes with the help of the Horne and School. Cinderella will have three dresses. The costumes are all designed from the seventeenth century. The help -of the mothers and the Horne and School Club has been greatly appreciated by the costume committee. The fairy god -mother will be re- vealing her charm when she changes a pumpkin to a carriage: and mice to horses. The carriage is made of chicken wire, paper, and the under- carriage, a buggy. Mr. Sims is look- ing after the lighting. LAUNCH $15,000 FUND TO RESTORE CHURCH A Restoration Fund for St. Thom- as' Anglican Church, Seaforth, is being started, with an objective of $15,,000.00. The appeal will be made to members of the congregation and i former members, by personal can- vass and by tetter. An immense amount of work bas already been accomplished. With the exception of painting the exterior, the parish hall has been restored, oomplete with a new, modern kitch- :en and heating system. A new vestry and men's choir room has been built. Attention must now be turned to the main building. It is explained that the serious state of repair of the main building is due mainly to the fact that for the past thirty years no organised attempt has been made to overhaul the frame work of the church. Records show that the last work was done in 1923 when the mains door was added. The necessary work with estimat- ed costs is made up as follows: Replacing foundation wall, south side, ;..etc. $800; interior walls, nave and chancel, with requisite plaster and painting, $2,500; painting exter- ior of parish hall, $1,000; painting exterior of church, $1,500; new roof, asbestos shingles on both church and chancel, $2,500; repairs to tower, tower roof, $1000; electric wiring and fixtures, church, $1,200; ent- rance doors and steps, $500; new organ, $8,800; sundry, $200. .Canvassers for town will be E. C. Boswell, J. R. Spittal, W. E. South- gate, Gordon Wright; Egmondville and country, G. Flewitt, R.: Archi- bald, N. Seoins. BRUCEFIELD The Firemen held a very success- ful euchre, in the I.O.O.F. hall. The prizes awarded as follows: Ladies first, Miss Eva •Stackhouse, second high, Mrs. Lorne Wilson. Men's lst, Ken McCowan and second Alex Thompson. We are sorry to report that Mrs. A. Dutton is in Scott Memorial Hos- pital, we wish her a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. C. Christie attended the funeral in Moorefield, of the forrmer's aunt, Miss Annie Christie. The Play "Chintz Cottage" pre- sented by the young people of Lond- esboro and Burns' Churches, was very well attended. A very successful Music Festival was held in the Brucefield Church on Tuesday. Mr. W. 0. Johnston has purchased a business in Seaforth. We wish him every success in his new enterprise. We will miss Mr. and Mrs. John- ston and family in our community. The Annual Boy Soout banquet was held here in the schoolroom of the church on Monday evening, The tables were decorated in green, symbolic of St. Patrick's Day. ' Olen Christie, Scout Master, was • clhair- man for the program. Mr. Walter Moffatt introduced the guest speak- er, Mr. Firth, of London, District Field 'Commissioner. Short addresses were also given by Rev. W. A. Maines, and members of Scout Com- mittee, which were much enjoyed. On behalf of the Scouts, Bob Allan, Patrol leader, thanked the mothers, who catered and supplied the bounteous supper. WINTHROP The Helping Hand Mission Band of Cavan Church will meet on Satur- day, March 22 at 2 p.m. in the .schoolroom of the 'Church. The pro- ceeds of the sale of garden deeds to be in at this meeting. Mr. John McClure had the misfor- tune to fall fracturing some ribs. Ise is resting comfortably at home. ANNUAL MEETING OF SCOTT MEMOR'L HOSPITAL Most encouraging reports were beard at the annual meeting of Scott Memorial Hospital Board in the town ball here Thursday even- ing. - Miss Valerie Drope, superintend- ent, was commended highly for the efficient manner in which. the hos- pital is operating under her super- vision. The staff of nurses, clerical staff,. and domestic staff were also extended personal appreciation by the board members and by the su- perintendent. The Hospital Auxiliary received a great deal of credit for what it has accomplished both to the hospital building and to the nurses' residence. Board chairman M. A. Reid pre- sided over the meeting, and board secretary Miss Jean Flynn, of the clerical staff of the hospital, was secretary of the meeting. Mr. Reid, in his opening -remarks, said the past year had been one of progress with admissions and rev- enue about the same as the previous year. He commended the property committee on a good job done over the past two years. A substantial federal grant has been received to date, and the balance will follow on the completion of repairs to the ele- vator system. "Our hospital has made remarkable advancement und- er the present board, and the staff headed by Miss Drope," he stated. He commended the finance commit- tee on its establishment of a trust fund, to care for unforseen major improvements. Speaking from exper- ience, having been a hospital patient himself for several weeks last fall, he expressed his personal apprecia- tion to the clerical, domestic, and nursing staff, He expressed the be- lief the public does appr•etiate the work of the hospital in this com- munity. In speaking of the achievements of the Hospital Auxiliary headed by Mrs. A. W. Sillery, Mr. Reid said it deserves much credit for the way it assisted the board by doing all the extras the board was not able to do. Ebner Larone of the finance com- mittee reported that 1951 operating revenue was $78,863.78, and ex- penditures were $78,734.37, a rise of $18,070.54 over the previous year owing largely to salary increases. He reported that trust reserve of al- most $10,000 bad been established, and he would like to see it added to as time goes on in preparation for any major improvements that might be needed. He recommended revi- sion of the insurance carried, in fact he would like to see it doubled, and this at the next meeting. He said that "the insurance carried now is false economy, and although it will. cause costs to rise, it will be money well spent." In conclusion, Mr. Larone said the over-all picture is better than it has been for years, and the physical con- dition of the institution is vastly improved. He also commended the work of. Miss Drape, .her staff, the auxiliary, and the board. He was glad to report that the cost of audit- ing was down, owing to the efficient bookkeeping system carried out. Chairmen C. P. Sills of the pro- perty committee congratulated the board of the present appearance and general condition of the 'hospital: "It never, looked better -- its appearance has improved 100 per cent" he said. In speaking of the repairs necessary to the elevator, he said it is better to wait and have it done properly. He spoke on redecor- ation carried out at the hospital and residence, im•urovemeuts made to the interior, inclndin>r the fire -proof- ing of stairways, and commended the wo'lc of the new caretaker. The • ..................„............._ sAyL $20.00 ON A REAL CHINA IDINNERSET Choice of two beautiful Patterns in smart conventional designs "Royal Dresden" 94 pcs. Reg. $95.00. SALE $75.00 "Berwick" 94 pos. Reg. $99.50, SALE $79.50 Many other marvellous values in dinnerware in 84 pc, sets as low as..$29.75 67 pe. sets as low as $22.95 32 pc. sets as low as $6.95 Sets may be purchased on our convenient Layaway Plan if desired. OTHER SPECIALS PIERCE WATCHES at Bargain Prices Such as Gents 15J fancy shape in chrome case with expansion bracelet to clear at $17.95 Many other smart values in both ladies end gents watches Teapots 79c A selection of Teapots valued up to 12.50. some of which are very slightly damaged CUPS & SAUCERS 35c each or 3 for $1.00 every -day cups •i saucer's ill attractive Old Willow design Plantation Pattern 1881 Rogers Silverware 36 pc. set in Walnut anti -tarnish case. Reg. 49.75 Sale 39.75 "LAZY SUSAN" 13" Revolving Lazy Susan in beau - tiful hammered aluminum on base with glass relish centre. Reg. 11.76. To clear at 9.75 Bulova Trade -1n Sale Trade in your old watch, regardless of its snake or condition, on a brand- new Bulova, You'll be pleased with the liberal allowance we can offer yon SAVAUGES Jewellery Gifts Fine China Seaforth grounds, he felt, would present a perfect appearance in another year. The personnel committee, headed by Mrs. A. W. Sillery, reported seven meetings held and told of gifts bought for the staff at Christ- mas. She said the work was made easier by the co-operation of the nursing staff. She also commended Miss Drope on the excellent care patients receive at the .hospital. The superintendent's report re- vealed that 1,000 patients had been admitted; there were 350 surgical cases; 146 out-patients; 159 births; and 858 X-rays. She expressed her appreciation to the auxiliary, Re- bekahs, Lions Club, and others for gifts to the institution. New business included the elec- tion of four new directors, M. A. Reid, Mac. McKellar, Gordon Mc- Gonigle, and 12. S. McKercher were re-elected. SILVER ANNIVERSARY OF MR. AND MRS. E. TOLL A very pleasant evening was spent in the community hall on Fri- day, March 14, when neighbors, friends and relatives gathered with a surprise party to honour My.- and Mrs. Ernie Toll on the occasion of their Silver Anniversary. Progres- -sive euchre was played after which Dinah and Ernie were called to the platform and the following address read by Mrs. Gilbert Smith. Dear Dinah and Ernie,— Now what is all this excitement about, And why have all these friends met here? Oh yes, you have certainly guessed it right, It's your twenty-fifth anniversary year. Although we' are two days in ad- vance— March the sixteenth being the date, That day being Sunday this year us you know, We would not intrude, and did not want to be late, In extending to you our 'Congratu- lations', And all our very 'Best Wishes' to you, And groping, Dinah and Ern, there will be For you, many more anniversaries too. Yes, Ernie, you well remember the night .(Just let us scan the Past awhile) That you gained courage to propose To the dearest girl with the big, sweet smile. And, Dinah, you well remember the night When your Prince Charming. the question did pop, Those words were the sweetest that you ever heard, And your heart played a trick—it went flippoty-flop. Those twenty-five years from then until now Have followed a pattern that well might be heeded, Lots of work with Berne play, many pleasures, some BOrroWS, With service and help wherever 'Was needed. - Now let us turn back to the Present again--• In the Present is the only time we can act, So bring on the presents, it's time to present them, May they always keep memories of this evening intact. Signed on behalf of your neigh- bours and friends, Mr. Lorne Roe ,and Mr. Thomas Kirkby presented them with a cab- inet of silver and a purse of money on behalf of the neighbours and friends. They received also at the same time many gifts from relatives —a coffee table, silver service, sandwich tray, casserole, h a n d - painted picture and a cake plate. Ernie in a few words expressed their appreciation and thanked everyone for everything. A bountiful lunch was served. Dancing was enjoyed by all. HIGH SCHOOL NEWS Announcing -Easter exams on Wednesday, second day of April, 1952. These were the gloomy head- lines that were put in front of pup- ils as they entered assembly last week. Don't put it off but get down to work and study, for a year lost is gone for good. We were sorry to hear that two of our teachers are leaving at the end of the term for new duties. Mr. Silcox is taking up the position of Lieutenant -Commander in the H.M. C.S. and Miss Stewart is going to Toronto. Question of the week: What was that thing they were trying to en- large in camera club on Tuesday? SPORT SHORTS The Hensel] Intermediates took the first round of the WOAA Int. A when they took two out of three games with Forest. They put out the Forest team on Saturday night be- fore the largest crowd of the season by the score of 5-2. In Walkerton on Monday night the Durham Redmen walked over the Hensel' club 12-3. The score does not indicate the play of the game as Hensall ran into some poor luck. The next game of the series is being played in Seaforth this week. This game is sure to be one of the best games of the season in Seaforth. CONSTANCE Mr. Clarence Montgomery is visit- ing at Dundalk at the hone of his father, Mr. end Mrs.. Will Webster of St. Helens visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Verne Dale on Monday. The Friendly Few Farm Forum met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Leitch on Monday evening. The topic was "Are hunger and poverty the real causes of war?" After a good discission progressive euchre was played. The highest prizes went to Miss Grace Riley and Mr. Frank Riley; consolation to -Miss Donna Norris and Mr. Borden Brown. Lunch was served. The For- um will meet next week at the home of Mr, and Mrs, Wilbur Jewitt. Mrs. W. J, Dale's group of the W. A. held a quilting in the base- ment. of the church on Tuesday aft- ernoon, DUBLIN Mrs Manrice Ryan and baby son have returned home from Seaforth Hospital,