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The Seaforth News, 1944-04-27, Page 1Where shall we get religion Beneath the blooming tree, Beside the hill-eueireled brooks that loiter to tbo sea ; Beside all twilight water, beneath the noon- day shades, Beneaththe dark cathedral pines, and. through the tangled glades ; H U RON COU N T Y'S L E A D I N°G NEWSPAPER e s Wherever the old urge of life provokes the dumb, tread sod To tell to thought in violets, the soul tikes hold on Cod Go smell the growing ,clover, and Scent the blooming peat, Go forth to welt religion - and find It any- where.. - - Sam Walter Foss WHOLE SERIES, VOL, 67, No. 17 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 1944 Phone 84 $1 a year Minstrel Shoiw Is Outstanding Success Hall Crowded Two Nights - Put on by War Victims Committee The minstrel- show, "What's Cookin," sponsored by the Seaforth War Victims Committee on Thurs- day and Friday evenings was an outstanding success, the hall being filled to capacity both nights. The show was put on again Saturday \ night for a third performance, which is believed to be a record run for air entertainment of this kind hi Sea - forth. The Optimist Club of Stratford presented the entire show, the caste being largely members of the club. There was a minstrel show, inter- spersed with dancing and magic, all skillfully done with profession finish. Ace Willsie was producer of the show, with Vic Caney and Patricia Clark as directors. The magicians were Cliff Wettlaufer and Clarence Pepper, assisted by Hilda Winder and Florence Pepper. The kids pres- ent from school age up, in other words the whole audience, were keenly interested in the mysteries of the magic performers. The fea- ture vocalist was Gladys Levasseur, whose rendering of "Deep River" was worthy= of special mention, Bob Winder fulfilled his duties as interlocutor efficiently. The end men were Bill Carter, Harry Lang- don, Russ Mann, Ernie Smith, Al Sendall, Phil Morgan. Singing and dancing numbers were given by Irene Davis, Jessie Caney, Eva Iutzi, Margaret Willsie, Jean Smith, Hilda Winder. Tap dancing by the famous Wilson Sis- ters won much applause. During 'Intermission • on Thursday night Mr. C. E. Cnlith, president of the Lions Club, gave an address, and on Friday night a talk on the Vic- tory Loan was • given by Mr. T. Pryde, and Mr. W. J. Duncan spoke on behalf of the Seaforth War Vic- tims Committee. Mr. Duncan thank- ed all those who had helped to make the show a success and expressed ap- preciation to the public for their fine support. He outlined to what good purposes the funds raised would be put by the local committee, and ex- plained that the Optimist Club would also use their share of the proceeds for similar war work. after • A dance was held in the hall els the Friday evening show. The net proceeds amounted to $185.00. *'blue coal'* THE SOLID FUEL FOR SOLID COMFORT E. L. BOX PHONE 43 Northside United Church Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister. ' 11 a.m,. "We Believe In Jesus Christ," 2.30 p.m. Sunday School. - 7 p.m. "The Son of God With Power," Welcome to these services. Egmondville United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A.,B.D. 10,30 a,m., Sunday School. 11:80 a.m. "Christ's Sensible Say- ings," 7 p.m. "Christian Optimism." St. Thomas Church Rector: Rev. Dr. flurford• was honored by being elected to re - 11 a.m. "The Meaning of Being a present the Most Worshipful the Christian," 7 p.m. `Man's Need of the Cross." Sunday School at 10 a.m. - Hensall Masons Have 75th Anniversary` •interesting Historical Review of Lodge Given At Social Evening On the occasion of the 75th anni- versary of Huron Lodge No. 224, the members had their ladies as guests to a social evening in the hall on Monday, April 24th. A history of the lodge was prepared by i3ros. J. C. Cochrane and T. Chapman and read by Bro. Dalrymple. Speeches were made by Bros. A. R. Calnpbell and E. M. Dagg. A vote of thanks was moved by Mrs. Drysdale and seconded by Mrs. Mickle, to the off- icers and •members. Bro. J. C. Co- chrane acted. as chairman while Bros. Drysdale, Dinnin and Good- win looked after the entertainment and lunch. Following is the history: "This is a summarized report of. the history of this lodge covering the past 75 years. On the 13th day of , December, 1869, a petition signed by William Carrick, Smithson Thompson, John McArthur, Robert Brown, Michael Zeller, William Bu- chanan, John Johnston, Samuel Fos- ter and William Luker was present- ed to the Grand Lodge of. Canada, A.F. & A.M., asking for a warrant of constitution or such other author- ity as may be a competent grant, empowering them to form them- selves into a regular lodge, to be held in the village of Zurich, in the ICounty of Huron, The request of the petitioners was granted by the Most Worshipful Alexander Allen Stevenson of Montreal, Grand Mas- ter of the Grand Lodge of Canada, and a dispensation was.. issued to initiate, pass and raise candidates. The first meeting of Zurich Lodge was held at Zurich on Friday, ,Jan. 114th, 1870, with William Carrick in j the masters chair. Bros. Smithson 1 Thompson, Senior Warden, Bro. John McArthur, junior warden; Bro, William Buchanan, senior deacon; Bro. John Johnston, junior deacon; Bro. William Luker, inner guard; Bro. Robert Brown, secretary, and Bro. Michael Zeller, treasurer. On the 11th day of February, 1870, ;Nicholas Deichert and Louis Girard were the first candidates to be init- iated in Zurich Lodge. The lodge continued to function by authority of dispensation till July 14, '1810, when a charter was granted from Grand Lodge. Grand Lodge dues in 1870 were 25c per member for reg- istering; initiations $1.00 and for a Grand Lodge certificate $2.00. On the '7th day of July, 1882, the Lodge was transferred from Zurich to Hensall where it was located in a small building on the corner of Ring and Brock 'streets. In 1891 this building was destroyed by fire and they then secured a hall from Bro. Wm. Hodgins in which they func- tioned from 1891 to 1898, when .they removed to rooms in the Petty ]flock where they remained until 1923 when they moved to their pre- sent premises. On January 22, 1923, this lodge room was officially dedi- cated to the use of Masonry by Rt. Wor. Bro. Charles E. Richardson, D.D.G.M., from St. Marys, assisted by other past masters from neigh- boring lodges. On March 11th, 1892 the lodge was honored by a visit from the Most Wor. the Grand Mas- ter, John Ross Robertson, Toronto. In 1901 the Lodge was again honor- ed by having Wor. Bro. George Mc- Kay, a worthy member of this lodge, elected District Deputy Grand Mas- ter of South Huron and he paid his first official visit to the lodge on the 8th of January, 1902. In July, 1931, at a convocation of Grand Lodge at Windsor one of our esteemed mem- bers in the person of L. R. Coles, St. Mary's Church, Dublin 2.25 p.m. Sunday School. - 3 p.m, "Being a Christian." Red Cross Notes We are discontinuing the quilt- ings at the work rooms during the month of May. But we would urge all quilters, sewers and knitters to take this time to help with our sew- ing and knitting as both these quotas are urgently needed. " BLAKE A reception wa.e held for Mr. and Mrs. Masse Saturday evening, the bride being the former Miss Emileen Dennomme. Mrs. Gescha, who underwent an operation some weeks ago in the Clinton Hospital, was able to be brought to her home, and her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. Mr. Lloyd Finnigan left recently f00 England. Mr. and Mrs, Leon Jeffrey visited their son Leonard and family in God- erioh recently. Mr. and Mrs. L. Foster of Goderich called in this vicinity during the week. Mr. and Mrs. 'Faber and family of Hensall called on friends in vicinity. recently. - Mrs, Douglas was visited with friends from Seaforth one evening. W.M.S. was held at the home of, Mrs. Hey on April 13th. Grand Master in South Huron Dist- rict. On April 29th, 1932, Rt. Wor, Bro. L. R. Coles, D.D.G.M. visited his home lodge :in an official capac- ity when the Lodge was favored by an attendance of 150 including a number of distinguished brethren who were members of Grand Lodge. On January 10th, 1935, by author- ity of Grand Lodge the name was changed from Zurich to Huron Lodge No. 224. Ata regular meet- ing held April 3, 1944, a unique ev- ent v ent occurred when Wor. Bro. Robt. D. Bell initiated his son Glenn. This is the first time in the history of the lodge that a father has conferred a degree on his son. In the past '75 years there have been 252 candid- ates initiated, During the same per- iod there have been fifteen secretar- ies who have been entrusted- with the keeping of records. There have been 58 Wor. Masters who were chosen from among the members for their skill and integrity, and who have ruled and guided the lodge with unerring and impartial judgment. The membership of the lodge at present is- 81. Signed on behalf of the lodge, Very Wor. Bro. Thos. Chapman, Wor. Bro. Ro'bt.. Dalrymple, Wor. Bro; J. C. Coch- rane. "IT -PAYS TO' A:DVERTI SE" There is apparently a good demand at present for electrical equipment, judging by the speedy response to an ad in last issue of The Seaforth News. An electric - hotplate and radio were sold - shortly after 1 o'clock on Thursday, and -there were. dozens of other inqutiles. Next Salvage Collection May 2nd I Paper, Rags, Fats, Etc. Will Be Collected i11 Seaforth and Egmondville Salvage will be collected from all homes anti stores in Seaforth and Eg- mondville on Tuesday, May 2nd;, starting at 3.30 P.M. This collection taking place at house-cleaning time gives you a grand chance to clean out all old newspapers, old maga- zines and books, cartons and corru- gated paper, and old files, All the paper you can secure is badly needed to keep Canada's mills going. Many of them are now running on a month to 'month basis, dependent on YOUR ability to supply them with paper, Close to paper in importance at this vital time are rags. It should be easy to fill a sack or two with the ac- cumulated rags of the winter months. Bottles of all kinds are desired. Fats and dry bones are vitally necessary to help in the manufacture of glyc- erine and glue. Rummage articles from baby furniture and china pieces to beds or dining room suites will be accepted and re -sold, and Weu' Charities will benefit by your dona- tion. Large cartons in good condition are particularly requested. Do, not break these down as they are very useful for parking paper for ship- ping. Papers, Rags, Bottles, etc., will be collected in Seaforth and Egniond- ville. ATHLONES TO VISIT SEAFORTH JUNE 14TH Through the good offices of Wil- liam. H. Golding, M.P. for Huron Perth, and L. E. Cardiff. M.P. for Huron North, Their Excellencies the Earl of Athlone, Govenor-General, and H.R.H. Princess Alice have con- sented to attend the rural field day being held by the Huron County Fed- eration of by, at Seaforth on June 14 next. - I His excellency will speak during the day on the program being ar- ranged by Harry Sturdy, 'Auburn, federation president, and W. J. Dale, Clinton, association secretary. It had - been announced earlier that their excellencies would be pre- sent at the field day on June 7, but it was found necessary for Messrs. Golding and Cardiff • to interview his excellency at Government House and secure their excellencies' consent to attend the fair on a later date, since they will be absent on a tour through Western Canada ex- tending from April 25 to June 6. Thus the date has had to be post- poned until June 14 as stated. On June 15, their excellencies will make an official visit to Kitchener. KIPPEN EAST The annual meeting of the Kippen East Women's Institute was held at the home of Mrs. Glen MacLean on Wednesday afternoon, April 19th. The president, Mrs. Glen MacLean, presided, assisted by Mrs. William Doig. The Meeting opened by sing- ing the Institute ode. The secretary, Mrs. Albert Alexander read the minutes of last meeting. The roll call was answered by the payment of fees. Mrs. Win. Kyle and Mrs. Edgar Butt favoured with a duet, "Home on the Range." Mrs. Glen MacLean reported on the district ex- ecutive meeting held at Mrs. James Paterson's home in Hensall. Mrs. Jack Sinclair read a poem. Mrs. W. H. MacLean gave a book review on "The Thorn Apple Tree." Miss Laura Tremeer presented the slate of officers • for the coming year as follows: President, Mrs. Glen Mac- Lean; lst vice-president, Mrs. Wm. Doig; 2nd vice-pres., Mrs. W. H. MacLean; secretary treasurer, Mrs, Albert Alexander; district directors, Mrs. Win. Kyle, Grace Tremeer and Margaret MacKay. Sunshine com- mittee, Mrs. J. Sinclair, Mrs. Edgar Butt, Mrs. Glen Slavin, Laura Tre- meer; pianist, Mrs. Jack Sinclair; director; Mrs. G. Glenn; auditor, Mrs. R. Dalrymple; agriculture or Canadian Industries, Mrs. W. H. ! MacLean; Citizenship and Health, 1 Mrs. C. Eyre; historical research, Margaret McKay; publicity, Mrs. Winston .Workman; home econom- ics, Miss Grace Tremeer; war work, Mrs, Wm. Doig. Market Assured For Bonds After War -Minister of -Finance Makes Statement About Victory Bonds At a recent meeting in Kitchener, the Minister of Finance, the Hon, J. L. Ilsley Made the following state- ment: "At this point I should like to say. a word about the post-war market for Victory Bonds themselves, be- cause investors are naturally inter- ested in the liquidity of their secur- ities and the price they can expect to get for thein. In the normal course of events there will be some who will wish to sell 'their bonds after the war, and indeed one of the reasons we give for buying bonds now is that they will provide funds for pur- chases or investments after the war. It will be of the greatest importance that we maintain, indeed assure, a ready and stable market for all those millions of bonds that we have sold. We have now the monetary and fin- ancial machinery and we have devel- oped the methods for accomplishing this and we will therefore be able to deal with any situation which may develop in a way which will keep faith with the millions of small in- vestors who are supporting the sav- ings program in this national emer- gency. If there are any who fear that bond prices will fall as they did after the last war, let me say that this could happen only if we were to per- mit interest rates to rise. Can there possibly be any justification for al- lowing interest rates to rise after the war? Higher rates would only be justified if when the war shortages are over, expenditures on -capital de- velopment and consumer outlays should become so large as to place a real strain on our pr6cluctive capac- ity. Everyone knows that there will be no such strain and that the prob- lem of Government will be to make use of the enormous productive cap- acity that has been developed during the war• and thereby prevent uneim ployment. o- I agree with the Governor of the Bank of Canada, who stated in his. Annual Report this year that he could see no prospect of a strain on our productive capacity "arising in a form•which would call for a policy of raising interest rates. I may add that official announce- ments in both Britain and the United States have similarly indicated that the policy of the Governments of these two countries is to avoid high- er interest rates after the War. These declared policies, coupled with the mechanisms of control which have been developed and the underlying economic situation, should be suffic- ient assurance that bond prices will remain firm after the war." The cumulative total for two days canvass since opening of the present Victory Loan, was $131,276,000 with second day's total $56,999,850, dow nabout $2,000,000 for the seine day' in fifth loan, according to word received from Ottawa headquarters on Wednesday. HURON PRESBYTERY MEETS ON THURSDAY Tho Huron Presbytery of the United Church will meet in Wesley - Willis Church, Clinton, on Thursday of this week, while the Huron Pres- byterial of the Woman's Missionary Society will meet at the same time in Ontario Street United Church. Dele- gates will be present from all United Churches in the county of II01011 KIPPEN - Mr. Harry Caldwell is in a Lon- don Hospital taking treatment from a specialist and his many friends hope he will return home much .im- proved in health. Owing to the continued wet wea- ther seeding operations are at a standstill.. Mrs. John Balfour of Regina, Sask., is visiting with friends in and around the village. As it is many years since Mrs. Balfour was here last, she sees many changes and many friends have passed on. Mr. Abe Forsyth has rented his farm to Mr. Consitt for a term of years and intends to take a rest. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. McBride have moved and are settled in their new home west of the villake. Let Him Help You P to help end the war Sooner YOUR VICTORY LOAN SALESMAN can tell you everything about buying Victory Bonds. He will explain how to buy Bonds out of your savings. Then, how you can buy more Bonds on the monthly savings plan, out of your earnings. Buy both ways: PUT EVERY DOLLAR YOU CAN INTO THIS RACE FOR VICTORY. Dr. Hurford Addresses the Lions Club Speaks on Subject "The •Pres- ent Situation" at Meeting Monday Evening The regular meeting of -the- Sea - forth Lions Club was held Monday night at the Commercial Hotel at 6 o'elook with Lion Fred S. Savauge in the chair. The meeting opened with grace by Father Hussey. A toast was given to the English Saint George by the chairman,' Lion IIal Meir spoke on the District A conven- tion to be 'held at Elgin House, Mus- koka, on Jhihie 14, 15, 18. Dr. Hurfoid's- subject was "The Present: Situation," In his opening renmarks the speaker referred to St. George's Day, April 23, as that of the patron saint of England and praised that country's part in the war. He also Urged the necessity of support- ing the men of Canada's forces over- seas, stressing the part Canada had played in the war effort, and hoping this sixth Victory - Loan would go "over the top." Civilizations advance and go for- ward based upon certain definite ideas and then are often wider -mined by the very things upon which they have been built up. The present civil- ization has been largely a material- istic society built upon things mater- ial We have put ourselves under the power of these things and now they are destroying out civilization, e.g., airplanes, metals, scientific -discover- ies. There are supreme and essential forces which belong to the spirit of man -- right, brotherhood, morality -which demand proper recognition. If man is dominated by the material he becomes hard, aggressive, cruel: if the is dominated by spiritual he be- comes kind, unselfish, heroic. The doctrine of Humanism has held sway far too long. It teaches the self- sufficiency of man. The final conse- quence of Humanism is Hitlerism. Communism was regarded a few years ago as our great enemy, but now it is seen that Nazism is our great foe. based as it is upon the idea of power is the supreme good, Lord Acton once said that "All power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts abso- lutely." Worship of power leads to war, violence, and terrorism. Nazism destroys personality by regimentation of the ,individual, dictating what he must think and believe. One of the things that is needed to -day is to distinguish between growth and progress. There has been much growth in knowledge, dis- covery, the power of armaments. But growth is not necessarily progress. A cancer grows, but that means death. Progress belongs mainly to the things of the spirit of plan. In the modern world we need co- operation rather than isolation. No nation canlive to itself because what goes on outside that nation affects its interests. k There are three vital facts which we can never afford to forget: (1) The World has a Creator who in turm. has certain great purposes. The world is act a madhouse. (2) Judg- ment is inevitable, and at long last catches up with individuals and na- tions, punishing evil and rewarding right. (3) Man perishes when he loses his vision of what it means to have moral grandeur. The speaker closed with a poem written by anof- ficer who died mi the battle field, and which closed with the prayer that he might so act that his command would say, "IIe was a man." MISS SYBIL COURTICE ADDRESSES AUXILIARIES Recently Returned After Serving 34 Years In Japan There was as large attendance at Easter thank -offering meeting of the Mae Lane Auxiliary, the Women's Missionary Society and the Young People's Union, held on Tuesday ev- ening, April 25th in Northside Unit- ed Church. Mrs. Christie, 1st vice- president, opened the meeting by the singing of .hymn "There is a Green Hill Far- Away," followed with prayers by Mrs. E. Close and Mrs. N. Knight. The national anthem was then sung ,and the respective presidents, Mrs. Bechely and Mrs. Roy Lawson took charge of the re- mainder of the meeting. The hymn, "In Christ There Is No East Nor West," was sung and Mrs. Ross Sav- auge led in prayer. The Scripture reading was taken by Mrs. Roy Law- son. The guest speaker for the even- ing was Miss Sybil Courtice, who has recently retprned from Japan where she had served as a missionary for thirty-four years. She stated the fact that missionary work dated hack to 1882. In 1939 Christian re- ligion was recognized on a par with Buddhism and Shintuisnh. In 1941 the Church of Christ was organized in Japan. There were forty-two dif- 1 ferent segments of Protestantism, which comprise about 225,000 prot I estants. In Nov. 1943 the' all inclus- ive Protestant church was formed, headed by a Presbyterian minister. There are three Bible societies in Japan in Class E, giving thein fall quota of paper, Miss Rena Fennell then moved a vote of thanks to Miss Courtice for her splendid address. A duet, "Come Holy Spirit Heav- enly Dove," was sung by Misses Ma- bel Turnbull and Ruth :Chuff, accent ponied on the piano by Miss Winnie Savauge. After singing "The Morn- ing Light Is Breaking," Rev. H. V. Workman .closed the meeting with prayer. Wrist Watches of Merit We have been very for- ttuiate in securing a large number of the "Pierce Para- shock" Wrist Watch. This is a watch which combines excellent appearance, com- pact size, fine time keeping quality and long service in a very reasonable price. 15 Jewels, Waterproof, Shockproof, Non magnetic, with assorted styles and dials at 24.75 plus Luxury Tax We recommend this watch atter careful tests. Fred S. Savauge Opposite Post Office Seaforth Phone 194 Res. 10 ST. COLUMBAN • The annual meeting of the- St. c`oluniban sub -division of the C.W.L. was held on April 23rd. The minutes of the previous meeting were adopted. The 1st vice, Mrs. John F. Murphy, reported a membership of 86 mem- bers. The 2nd vice, Mrs. John Coyne, reported several parcels of literature being sent to western missions. The 3rd vice, Mrs. V, J. Lane( reported boxes of fruit sent to the sick and. shut-ins during the year: the laund- eriug of the altar linens was paid for throughout the year; mass cards were sent to members at the time 01 death; a mass was offered each month for living members and in November for deceased members; a mass was offeree each month for our boys in the service, and for peace with victory. A mass was offered for each one from. our Parish who made the supreme sacrifice on the field of battle.'A new fund was begun for Young priests belonging to our Parish. 12 Xmas boxes were sent overseas and cigarettes are sent regularly throughout the year to our boys in the service. The Red Cross report as submitted by -the convener of war work, Mrs. Joseph Kale, was as fol- lows: Sweaters and sox were given 2 boys on enlistment, 35 donated tp the jam fund, 318 to the blood donors. clinic, 1 box (9 lbs.) sent to Capt. W. T. O'Rourke, overseas chaplain; clothing was collected for the Russian Relief; a quilt donated by Mrs. John Delaney on which tickets were sold realized 340.26 to be used for war work. A St. Patrick's social was held, the proceeds of which were -devoted to war work. A total of 349 articles was completed as follows: Knitting, 1 pr. long seamen's socks, 4 pr. mitts, 4 pr. children's mitts, 1 pr. children's stockings, Sewing -Triangular band- ages 56, nightgowns 4, pinafore drosses 27, diapers 10, pads 12, bath . towels 10, hdkfs 84, pyjamas 6 pr., hot water bag covers 9, abdominal bandages 22, pantie caresses 4, bed socks 52, children's combinations 10, blouses 12, quilts 41, 19 tops for quilts were donated. The proceeds of the Red Cross chive in our district amounted to $269. A donation was given our Pastor at Xmas and Easter to help purchase flower's for the altar. The conveners of the Purgatorial So- ciety report a membership of 72. The muaga.zine convener reported 36 col- lected, Cancelled stamps were sent to the missions. The treasurer, Mrs, Michael Murray, reported the year's receipts as 31044.77; the total dis- bursements $921,37, leaving a balance - of $123.40, with all national and dio- cesan .obligations met. A donation was porde to Fr. Flannery's "School of Christ." The president thanked Fr. Odrowski, the executive and melubol's of the C.W.L. for their splendid co-operation and help throughout the year., The election of officers then followed: Spiritual ad- viser, Rev. Fr. Odrowslci; past pres- ident, Mrs. J. Mciver; president, Mrs. V. J. Lane; lst -vies pres., Mrs. Zack Ryan; 2nd -vice pies., Mrs. John Coyne; ltd vice press Mrs, Joseph Melady; recording secretary, Mrs: Joseph Feeney; corresponding secy., Mrs: Thos. Morris; Red Cross convener, Mrs.- Joseph Kale; treas- urer, Mrs, Michael Murray. Fr. Odrowsld then spoke a few words of encom'agernent to the League' and thanked them for their assistance. IIe stressed the need of continuing their Red Cross work both now. and cluing post war days. The new presi- dent then took the chair and plans were discussed for a social evening in the near future. MINISTERIAL MEETING The Seaforth and District Minister- ial Association will meet at 2 p.nm. on Monday next, May lst, in St. Thomas Parish Hall. The Rev. Hugh Mo.orehouse of 1ordwich will .give a paper upon "The Cross" and a :sec- ond paper will be given by Rev. W. J. Patton. NAME OMITTED The name of Mr. Geo. D. Fergu- son' was omitted from the Extension committee in a report of the Sea- -forth Fish and Game Association in last issue,