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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1945-04-19, Page 1THE GOOD, GREAT MAN How seldom; friend, a good, great man inherits Honour and wool tit, with all his worth and "anis 1 St seems a story From the world of spirits. 'When any man ,obt otos that which lie merits, Or any merits that which he obtains. e HURON COUNTY'S L E ADI N G NEWSPAPER Flash hr riot always .treasures, always friends, The gre tt, n ,otl man ', Three. -treasures; love, turd light,.. And calm 1[iought , equable as infant's breath And three feat friends, more sure than day or night; Himnelt, his Maker, and the anger Death. Coleridge, WHOLE SERIES, . VOL. 68, No. 16 MAKE N -EW PLANS FOR V -DAY OBSERVANCE A meeting was held in the town hall on Wednesday afternoon, at- tended by representatives of various organizations in Seaforth, McKillop and Tuckersniith, when plans were made for the Victory Day celebra- tions. It was decided to withdraw the proclamation of Seaforth council last week, and a new one will be issued jointly by Seaforth, Tuekersmith and McKillop. It is now recommended that the celebration_. will be on the following basis: Allhomes and places of business to be decorated on V -Day. Two hours after notice given, there may -be church services lasting one hour. Stores will -be open for two hours after church services. Community service, suggested at 2.30 p.m., the day following, at the Lions Park. Parade to assemble at 1.30 at town hall. The program on the stage to be arranged by the Legion, music under direction of Miss Turnbull and Mr. Close. A sports program to follow under direction of local Athletic Association and decorations by Chamber of Com- merce. In the evening, it was suggested that the Lions Club sponsor a street dance; and a band concert at Victoria Park. A committee will meet next Tues- day evening in Seaforth at 8 o'clock to appoint a three-man committee to co-ordinate all plans for V -Day. This will include Mayor Cluff, Reeve Daly, Councillors Keating and Sills, Reeve Dorrance, McKillop; Reeve Nicholson, Tuckersmitb, and Presid- ents of Legion, Chamber of Com- merce, Athletic Assn., Lions Club, Ministerial Assn., Women's Institute, Red Cross, and Mr. W. J. Dale, from East Hunett. *lb�ue ..coa1'; . 5ifl.ID FUEL FOR SOLID COMFORT E. L. BOX PHONE 43 Northside United Church Rev. I -h V, Workman, Minister. 10 a.m. Sunday School. 11 a.m., "The Fulfillment of the True Life -Purpose." 7 p.m., "Greater Works Through Divine Assistance." Thursday 7.45 p.m., .prayer service Welcome to these services. Egmondville' United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A.,B.D. 10 a:m., Sunday School. 11 a.m,, Rev. J. E. Hogg, B.A., D.D. 7 p.m., "In the Master's Service." First Presbyterian Church Rev. Richard Williams, Minister. 10 a.m, Sunday School will meet. 11 a.m. Public worship. "The Church,,what it is and what it is not." 7 p.m. Public worship. "God's New Order." Anglican April 22nd. St. Thomas', Seaforth 10 a.m.,. Sunday School. 11 a.m., Morning Prayer, "The English Reformation." 2 p;m.,' Girls' Bible Class, 7 p.m., Evening Prayer, "St. George of England." St. Mary's, Dublin: 2.30 Sunday School. 3, Church - service, "St. George of England. Rector, Rev. C. F. L. Gilbert, B.A. ANNOUNCEMENT Mr, and Mips. Harry Norris of Cro- marty wish to announce the engage- ment of their daughter Lila Audrey, to Mr. Orville George Storey, son of Mr, and Mrs, Jt'H. Storey of Seaforth, the wedding to take place the end of April. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs, Joseph McQuaid wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary 'Loretto, to "David Luzon, son of Mr. and Mrs, Oswald Luzon, Sudbury, the marr- iage to take place early in May. AT HOME Mrs. F. S. Sills will be at home to her friends on' Friday afternoon from 3 to 6.30. SEAT+ ORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 1945 ST. THOMAS W. A. HOLD THANKSGiVING MEETING The thanksgiving and evening meeting of the St. Thomas W. A. was 'held at the home of Miss Holmes on April 17th, with 17 members and one visitor present. Mrs. Gilbert, the pre- sident, opened the meeting with a prayer of thanksgiving, the memb er'S prayer. and -Lord's prayer in uni- son. She then welcomed' Mrs. Van Ilgmond, who later in the evening gave a most interesting account of the organization of the St. Thomas branch of the W.A. on November 4th, 1889, at the rectory, by Bishop and Mrs. Balwin. Twelve women of the parish were present and became the charter members, Mrs. Megabey ac- cepted the office of first president, Miss Jessie Punchard that of secret- ary, and Mrs, Bethune that of treas- urer. The other members 'were Mrs, Ellen Holmested, Mrs. F. G. Neelin, Mrs, T. 0. Kemp, Mrs. Punchard, Mrs. John Fowler, Mrs. W. D. VanEgmond, Mrs. Colbert, Mrs. Lipton, Miss Adams and Miss Jessie Case. The Scripture lesson was omitted. In its place Mrs. Gilbert gave a most intinter.esting talk on the theme for April, thanksgiving, referring to several in- stances in the Bible,, where those benefited were either thankful or not. Then as this year we are celebrating the diamond jubilee of the Dominion W. A. and as April 21st is to be ob- served as founders day in memory of Mrs. Roberta Tilton, Mrs. Gilbert told us much of interest relating to our founder and other devoted women who contributed much to its success in those early days. As the dominion meeting in Saskatoon was a closed meeting, Mrs. Gilbert had no report, but gave us a few items of interest and something of the plans for the jubilee annual to be held this autumn 3n Toronto. The offertory and also thank offering was received and dedi- cated. The meeting closed with the general thanksgiving in unison and the benediction. A social hour with refreshments brought to 'a close a most interesting and enjoyable meet- ing. PROPERTY CHANGE The house of Mrs. Dorothy I. Mill- iken, Sperling street, has been sold to J. G. Wallace of London. PTE. G. ,REGELE'WOUNDED Mrs. Regele received word last week from Ottawa that her husband Pte. Gordon Regele, had suffered a compound fracture of the upper right arm while in, action in Western Europe, WOMAN'S ASSOCIATION The first meeting of the General Woman's Association of Northside United Church, was held Monday evening. In spite of the weather a good representation of ladies was present. Rev.'Mr. Workman install- ed the new officers. The .worship period was led by Mrs. Workman, who explained the scripture lesson read by Mrs. Finlayson. Prayer by Mrs. Westcott followed. The new president, Miss Rend. Fennell, led the 'business discussions arising out of the various secretaries' reports. An instrumental duet by Mrs. James Stewart and Miss W. Savauge was much appreciated as was the solo by Miss Patricia Bechely. After a psy- chology quizz the meeting was -clos- ed by Mr. Workman. A delicious lunch was served by the social com- mittee. - PROJECTION MACHINE The film projection machine op- erated by Huron County Federation of Agriculture and serviced by, Na- tional Film Board of Canada, is available to any organization within the County. Showings may be ar- ranged by contacting Mr. Harvey Johnston,.,R.R. #2, Blyth, who oper- ates the machine or W. V. Roy, Sec- retary, County Federation, Londes- boro. WINTHROP Miss Ruth McClure spent the week end at the home of her grand- parents, Mr. and Mrs. John McClure.' Pte. Dorothy Irene Simpson, CWAC., of Silverton, Man., who is, taking her basic training at Kitchen- er, spent the week end with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John McClure and other relatives. Pte. Ken Eaton of Hamilton was a Sunday visitor in the village. The ladies of the Winthrop Red Cross unit have been invited to Wal- ton Red Cross on Tuesday, April 24. Phone 84 81 a year. Letters From The Forces The following are from letters of thanks received by the local branch of the Canadian Legion for smokes sent to boys overseas. It gives us such a good feeling to think bhat you fellows axe thinking of us over here, and hope it shall not be long before we all can return to our little town. At the present time I ani stationed in Ireland and T am thoroughly enjoying my stay with the Irish on the Emerald Isle, they appear so friendly. SGT. "JACIK FORTUNE, RCAF. This looks like the last lap, but it's a muddy track. However the Water Rats (Cdns.) are still - going in the right direction. "Water Rats" —the new'narne for Canadians over here, and that is what we used to call the boys from Egmondville, that's quite a coincidence. We have pecul- iar names tho'. For instance, we are called Kangaroos (Armed Carrier. Regt.) and I'll bet the most of us havenever seen one. Again I say thank you, will be seeing you soon. FRED WILLIS, Germany. I wish to drank you very much for the Carton of cigarettes. They arriv- ed in very good conditionafter a travel of over four months. I cannot begin to tell you how deeply I ap- preciate receiving them. It is a plea- sure to smoke Canadian cigarettes after smoking these so-called Indian cigarettes. Thank you again. FRANK. CASSON, RAF. India. - Once more thanks. Your cigarettes arrived last week and I have intend- ed writing but this is the', first op- portunity. Our C.O. has been away for two weeks and I have been act- ing Squadron Commander which takes up most of the spare time when not flying. Our squadron is working with our own Canadian Army and often at night. I wonder how many of my own - friends are down there below me when we are on a job. We all feel that the army boys are really in there "finishing the job" now and anything we can do to help them is our chief aim at present. Weather lately has been grand. Victory weather, we call it because the better the weather the more and the harder our air force can bit the Hun and help hand out that final "haymaker." I often think ]tow nice it would be to drop into Keat's drug store, Daly's garage or the Post Office and see some of you again "and exchange experiences. Quite possibly some of the towns we are near or living in as we move along are places where some of your 'Mademoiselles of the last .show lived. Being in Tactical Air Force, we are quite mobile and move along with- out settling down long in one place. Have been in France, Belgium and Holland—am just waiting for the first base we set up in Hunland. Thanks again for remembering us over here by way of cigarettes. Good Canadian digs. are tops over here. Till I see you all soon, sincerely, IAN, MACTAVISH. From the quietness of the English countryside - comes this word of thanks for • the cigarettes which through your kindness I received yesterday. You know how much they are appreciated so there is little need of me repeating it to you all again for most likely some of the boys who have already thanked you have said it in such form that it will do for res all, some of them most likely in more lively places than this, cer- tainly' none as quiet. The only time we have any sound of war is when bomber fleets head out for the con- tinent and it's a feeling of relief and pride to know that they're ours, even possible that some of the local boys are up there manning them, Other than that we just do our job of keeping trucks rolling and that's a seemingly endless procession, but if it gets the boys to their objective in the minimum of time with the maximum of safety, perhaps the be- hind the mine fellows such as we are will have contributed some to the difficult task trey across the channel are doing for us all. It's Sunday af- ternoon, perhaps I'll go out and ga- ther some wild flowers to relieve the monotony. Since our little winter went away two weeks ago we have been having• a touch of spring. Thanks again for the smokes and best of I. luck. JOHN. Wimp, Smokes always are especialy ap- preciated in the line's as you all quite Continued on Pore'6 Red Cross Notes Mrs, E H. Close, president of the Seaforth Branch of 'the •Red Cross, and Mrs. K. 'Campbell, secretary, are this 'week attending the Provincial convention in Toronto as delegates from this area. Quilting will be discontinued at the Red Cross work rooms until June 1st. VICTORY LOAN QUOTAS • ARE ANNOUNCED `'Over four months have elapsed since the "Huron County" Commit- tee wound up the Seventh success- ful campaign. During the last four months, the United Nations have covered many. miles along the, Road to Victory and. the end in, Europe seems to be in sight. These military, successes have ,been accompanied by tragedy, in.theform. of lengthening lists of Canadian casualties, of which we 'should not, be unmindful in entering what. may well prove to be the real .Victory Loan , Campaign. Since "D" day our war expenditures have risen tp a new peak which has made it necessary for the Minister of Finance to appeal to the people for greater support than ever be- fore and, as you doubtless know, the objective for this Loan has been increased $195,000. DISTRICT QUOTA Ashfield Township $ 112,500 Wawanosh West 74,000 Colborne Township ... 71,000 Goderich. Town 459,000 Wawanosh. East 74,000 Wingham 200,500 Turnberry Township 89,000 'Howick Township 239,000 Morris Township 101,500 Grey Township 127,500 Brussels 79,500 Blyth 49,009 Tuekersmith Township 108,000 McKillop Township 105.500 Hallett Township 108,500 Sedforth - 174,000 Stalnley Township - 110,000 Goderich Township - 91,500 Hensall & Hay East 108,500 Zurich & Hay West 9 7,500 Usborne Township 108,000 Exeter 159,500 Stephen East - 71,000 Stephen West 71,000 Clinton 189,500 $3,175,000 NORTHSIDE W.M.S. The regular meeting of the W.M. Society of Northside United Church was held in the school room April 12th with the president, Mrs. R; Lawson presiding. The minutes of the previous meeting were read by NIrs, Porteous. Mrs. T. J. Webster and Mrs. C. Glew were appointed delegates to the Presbyterial to be held at Goderich May 3rd. Miss A. Ferguson gave the treasurer's re- port. Mrs. S. Finlayson gave the Christian Stewardship report, Mrs. C. C. 'Caine read a temperance pap- er and Mrs. T. J. McMichael read a paper, "She Hath, Done What She Could," Prayer by Mrs. Lawson was followed by roll call. Eighteen visits to shut-ins were reported. The wor- ship service was in charge of Circle IV. with Mrs. Glew presiding. Theme "No Man Liveth Unto Himself." A hymn was followed with prayer by Mrs. Grew. Mrs. C. Barber read the Scripture lesson.. A discussion by. Mrs. Barber, Mrs. J. Barron and Mrs. T. J. Webster expressed some- thing of the feelings of women after healing that one of the community F. Devereaux; Press, Mrs. C. Trott; Stall fallen in the 'cause of freedom. Program, Miss M. Belly; Lnmi la - Mrs. J. E. Hogg read a poem "Song' tion Mrs. A. O'Leary; War Services, for Mothers of Dead Soldiers." A 3Xiss Alice Daly. hymn was followed with a paper "The Battle of the Crosses," read by Mrs. Bertha Pollard. JOHN W. HOPPER 'The death occurred at the hoine of his son-in-law, James Bryans, 4th concession of Morris township, of John William Hopper in his 82nd year, Mr. Hopper was born in Mor- ris township and for years farmed there, being a lifelong resident of the locality. Surviving are five sons and three daughters,. William, Sea - forth; Robert, Wingham; Van, De- troit;; Charles, Wingham; Frank, Canadian Army Overseas; Mrs. Fin- lay McCallum and Mrs. James Bry- ans, Morris; Mrs. Hugh Carmichael, I Wingham; a brother, Harry, Wing- ham; and a sister, Mrs, John Mc- Cool, Wingham. His wife, a ,son and a sister predeceabsed.him. Funeral service was on Sunday with inter- ment in Brandon cemetery. - Both for ' 72 A bridal duette to do honor to her hand. Perfectly matched. The"Bouquet"for smart women, De - F! �,{%deme stylispendah. ble and 8Q �� "Rosebud" earrings in sterling silver. Very smart- SAVAUGE'S The Pak $60 For that special someone choose this lovely en- semble. FREE INSURANCE IMIRMENNIMET ANNUAL MEETING OF CATHOLIC W. L. The annual meeting of the C.W.L. was held in the parish hall on Mon - clay, April 15th. Preceding the meet- ing the members, with Rev. Fr. Hus- sey as guest o fhonor, enjoyed a vel'y delicious popt-luck supper, This be- ing the twenty-fifth anniversary of the organization of the - League in the London Diocese special mention was made of this fact. A beautifully decorated cake centred the head table and silver candles and daffo- dils were also used on the tables. The Past Presidents sitting at a spe- cial table received corsages and each gave a short review of the outstand- ing events in her term of office. The members then sang "0 Canada" and "The Star Spangled Banner," as a tribute to the late. President Roose- velt, was played by Mrs. F. Dever- eaux. The regular meeting was then held with Mrs, C. P. Sills presiding. The annual report was presented by the secretary, Mrs. L O'Leary. This report showed a very successful year the society having been very active in local as well as national affairs. Social service, education and the needs and comforts of our parish boys overseas were the main objects of the work. The treasurer's report given by Mrs. J. J. Cleary showed the receipts 877.23, disbursements $084.53, Balance $142.40. A vote of thanks was given to the retiring president, Mrs, C. P. Sills, and her executive for their untiring work in the interests of the League and Mrs,' Sills was presented with a beautiful prayer book in special recognition of her splendid leadership. The election of officers then fe]- lowed—Spiritual Adviser, Rev, Fr. Hussey; "Past President, Mrs. C. P. Sills; Pres,, Mrs. H. W. Hart; 1st Vice, Mrs. J. Rowland; 2nd Vice, Mrs. J. L. Devereaux; 3rd Vice, Mrs. J. M. McMillan; Cor, Sec., Mrs, J. J. Cleary; Rec, Sec., Mrs. J. Flannery; Treas., Mrs. J. Slattery. Conveners, Magazine, Miss K. Cleary; Sisters of Service, Mrs. Reg, Henderson; Citiz- enship, Mrs, J. Nolan; Lay Retreats, Mrs, I. O'Leary- Child Welfare, Mrs. VARNA Mrs. Todd, nee Jennie Rathwell, of Souris, Man., was renewing ac- quaintances in and around Varna and called on Mrs. M. Reid Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A. Seeley of Clinton called Sunday' on the former's sister, Mrs, Austin and son Russell. Mr. and firs. Aldington spent Sun - clay with relatives in Hibbert. Mrs, Horner and daughter, Mrs. Kruger of Zurich were Sunday guests' at the home of Mr. and bis's. Ings. We are pleased to report Mr. Ings is still improving. The Varna chopping mill will op erate Tuesday, Thursday and Satur- day, commencing May 1st. Mr, and Mrs. Epps of Clinton call- ed Sunday on friends in the village. Mrs. Schell of Detroit, is spending a few days with her. mother, Mrs. Austin and brother, Russell. The Roosevelt Creed I believe in honesty, sincerity and the square deal; in making up one's mind what to do—doing it. I believe in fearing God and taking one's own part. I believe in hitting the line hard when you are right. I believe in hard work and honest sport. I believe in a sane mind and a sound body. I believe we have room for but one soul loyalty, and that loyalty to the American people. —From the Varna Scrapbook. BAYFIELD Miss Manson returned to Bayfield after spending two months in Lon- don visiting friends. Miss Gallop of Seaforth has re- turned to Bayfield and expects to - spend the summer here. Mr. Buchanan is visiting his sister Mrs. W. N. Woods. Much sympathy is extended to Mr, and Mrs. Makins in the death of their baby. Mrs. Volume is spending a month in Toronto. Mrs, Ross of Toronto arrived in the village last week and expects to spend some time at her cottage. - Mr. Day of Detroit was in the vill- age last week end expects to arrive early in May with Mrs; Day to spend the summer at their cottage. Mr. and Mrs. D. Hammil of De- troit spent the week end at the Al- bion' Hotel. Dr. and Mrs. Lewis of Toronto spent the week end with Mrs. W. N. Woods. On Monday morning there was frost but it is believed not enough to harm the fruit. The many friends of Mr. A. E. Erwin will be glad to know lie has sufficiently recovered from his re- cent illness andas able to be removed from the hospital. We hope to see him hone again in the near future. Cpl. Walter Johnson returned home from overseas last week. He was wounded in Italy last Septem- ber and his host of friends are ,pleas- ed . to see him. Capt. Louis McLeod, w]to has been fishing down on Lake Erie, was tak- en suddenly ill and is in Chatham' Hospital where he is slowly improv- ing. His son, A.B. John McLeod, who has been serving in the Canadian Navy for the past two years, is home on leave. KIPPEN' The church service on Sunday will be conducted by the minister. His subject will be "The Womanly Character of Jesus."' Mr, William Ivison has returned from Toronto where he has been for a few months. Mrs, Ernest Chipchase and - 'son came home from Seaforth hospital this week. Mr. R. D. Elgie' spent the week end with friends in Toronto and took in the game at the gardens. Mr, Hugh Doig is in Seaforth hos- pital taking ' treatment under ''he doctor's care. Mr, and Mrs. Damm were in Kit- chener over the week end: Mr, Wilmer McGregor is laid up with a severe attack of pneumonia;