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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1933-03-09, Page 1.1. • ' With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. / Single Copies Five Cents telli.6111W0.1101.100.001.1 WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 9th, 1933 SUNDAY SCHOOL BANQUET TRIPLE V Over 100 Pi4sent at This Enjoyable Gathering On Wednesday evening of last -week the Sunday School 'of the Unit- ed. Church tendered a banquet to the Triple V Sunday School class in hon- or of the splendid work ' that is be- ing carried on by tbis organization. From a small beginning this class has continued to grow and now is one of the largest Sunday School classes in enny of the smaller towns in Ontario. Mayor W. H. Willis and Mr. A. H. Musgrove gave short addresses of ;a very helpful character. The rims- iica.I part of the program consists of ‘community singing and well render- ed solos by Mr. Geo. Smith. The Guest Speaker for the evening was IVIr, Gordon Isapp, provincial se- cretary of the Ontario Boys' Work Board and the subject of his address 'was the "Salt of the Earth" which -proved most interesting and instruc- • tive. He also gave a biography of -Dr. James Agrey, an African -born ne- s Mr. P. R, Howson, superintendent of the 'Sunday School, was a capable chairman for the evening. This very -pleasant entertainment was brought to a close by a prayer by the Rev, L. Currie. ALPS MEMBERS ANNUAL MEETING Officers and. Committees Elected A real enthusiastic meeting of the members of the Alps Golf and Conn - try Club was held in the Brunswick Hotel, Wingham, on Friday evening, at which the following officers were elected for the coming season: Hon. President -C. P. Smith, • President -Herb, Campbell. lst Vice Pres, -Dr. G, G. McKee. 2nd Vice Pres. -Dr. W. M. Connell. Captain -C. 1-I, McAvoy.. Vice Captain -C. L. Oberle. Secretary -J. R, M. Spittal. Greens Committee - Bert Porter, Geo. Smith, J. H. Crawford, R. G. Craik, Social Conlittee - A. M, Bishop, Dr. Irwin, Dr. Geos Howson, R. S. Hetherington, Dr. Treleaven. The following schedule of events was adopted: housed inany meetings where the May 15 -Commencement of Spring Handicap for Men and. Ladies problems of the day were under dis- cussion and it will be with great May 15 --Commencement of Ring- pleasure to all in this section to see er Competition. •another building rise to fill the ve„- May 24 -Morning: Captain vs. Vice cancy left by the burning of the old Captain. school. Afternoon: Flag Competition. June 8-Lucknow and Teeswater See our. Fruit Window for Fruit Men vs. Wingham Men. Prices -Fresh Celery, Spinach, Head June 14--Lucknow and Teeswater Lettuce, Leaf Lettuce, Oranges, Le - WILL RE -BUILD CURRIE'S SCHOOL Will Be Ready for Occupation by Classes in September. • Currie's School Hous, S. S. No. 9, East Wavvanosh, which was recent- ly burned to the ground, will arise from the ashes bigger and better than ever, A meeting of the ratepayers of the section was held on Saturday morn- ing and it was unanimously decided to rebuild the school on the same site and work will commence shortly so that the school will be ready for the fall term opening in ;September. - The classes of the school are now proceeding as usual at the home of W, 3. Currie, which is just across the road from where the old school stood. Currie's school house has for over 60 years been not only the seat of learning for • that district, but has • Ladies vs. Wingham Ladies. mons, Grape Fruit, Sweet Potatoes, OBITUARY June 21 -Invitation 'Tournament. Fresh Mushrooms, Cocoanuts, Fresh June 28 -Sealed Card and Sealed Radishes. --Dominion Stores. Mrs. Joseph Casemore Hole Competition. liAre regret to report that word was July 1 -Field Day: Driving, Ap- New spring Coats. -.received, as we go to press, that Ellen proaching and Putting, Men and Lad- % A large range of Spring Coats just received. at Isard's in Women's, Miss- es' and Junior Sizes. A. nice collec- tion of Coats to choose from. Make your selection early for best choice. Will Undergo Operation Miss Hazel Brandon, of Mitehell, has been granted three months' leave of absence from the United Church in Mitchell, where she plays the or- gan, so that she may undergo an op- eration for goitre. It •was expected that the operation would be perform- ed next week. In the meantime she is in Toronto General I-Iospital re: ceiving treatments. Rev. E. Hayes Improving Slowly Rev. E. Hayes, rector of St. Paurs Anglican Church, who was operated Abraham, .beloved wife of Joseph ies. Casemore, pased away to -day, March July 12 -Men vs. Ladies. 8th, in her 79th year. The funeral July 17 -Commencement of Club service will be held from her late Championship, Men and Ladies. • residence, Lot 4, Con. 2, Morris, on July 20-Teeswater and Lucknow Friday, March 10th, at 2 p.m. Inter- ment will take place in Wingham Cemetery. 14argaret Elizabeth Finley Margaret Elizabeth Finley, daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Alonza Finley, John Street, passed away in Toronto •General Hospital on Friday, March •Srd, 1933, in her 31st year. For the •past 14 years she had lived in Tor- onto. m The funeral was held frothe res- idence of her parents, on John St., on Monday afternoon. The Salvation Army Officers of Listowel, conducted the services. Interment took place in WinghamCemetery. ' ' Harry Brown ' The many friends of Harry Brown -'were grievously shocked, by his sud- es. The ladies' Social Committee will •en death at Toronto last Saturday make arrangements for the refresh - morning. Born in Austria 67 years .ago, he came to Canada a young man A motion was adopted that wives .of 30, and. after a short visit in To- of the members who do not play be. I -onto took up residence in Wingham, entitled to all Club House privileges. remaining here until 1922 when he Afternoon teas will be served upon retired and took up residence at 15 request, also luncheons and suppers. D'Arcy St., Toronto. He leaves to In fairness to the members who mourn his loss, his widow, Annie hasve taken out yearly membership Brown and five children: Solomon Cards it was decided. to limit the Abraham and Moses of town, Assen playing privileges of non-members to gof Toronto, Susan of Kincardine, and ten games at a minimum green fee Mrs. Sara Roher, of Toronto, rate of 50c per game. At the end The funeral was held on Sunday, of ten games the $5.00 paid by the vs. Wingham iri a Mixed Two -Ball Foarsoine. August 7 -Morning: President vs. Vice President. Afternoon: Mixed Two -Ball Foursome. August 21 -Commencement of Fall Handicap, Men and Ladies. September 4 -Field Day. September 20 -Open Tournament. • October 20 -Club Dinner Dance with presentation of trophies and prizes won during the season'. Club dances will be held every se- cond Friday during June, July, Aug- ust and September for Club menebers and their' friends. There will be no more public dances held in the Club House. The Social Committee have requested the Club management to, contract an Orchestra for these dance March 5th from hi. late residence non-member may be applied on his •.and was largely attended by relatives yearly membership. Non-members and many friends. Interment was will not be privileged to take part in made in McCaul St Synagogue Cern- any Club Competitions. • , • etery. ______ The Club members wished Mr. Mrs. John Abraham , Meyers, every success in his new Another of the pioneer women of sitioiias Club Professional at the Sar - this district passed to her reward on nia Golf Club. On hearingof the. Sunday, March 5th 1933, When Mary club professional's leaving, several A. Y. P. A. Saunders widow df the late members immediately -offered their. On Saturday, March 4th, President Franklin D. Roosevelt ofnh 'e United States, was sworn into office: Prob- ably no President ever took office at a more critical tittle. His first act as President was to create a nation- wide compulsory Bank Holiday and tln summoning of Congress to meet 'Clansday this week to deal with the much tangled financial difficulties of the banks in the United States. DAY OF PRAYER OBSERVED HERE The World Day of Prayer was ob- served last Friday when a large num- ber of ladies attended. the service in the Baptist Church, John Street. The program was the "Follow Me" pre- pared by Mrs. C. C Chen, Chairman of the National Committee of the Y. W.C.A., China. Mrs. John Anderson of the Baptist W.M.S., had charge of the first part of the prorgam, after which Mrs. Geo, Allen of St. Paul's W.IvI.S., took charge. Mrs. Harry McGee, of St. Andrew's W.M.S., and Mrs. W. H. Willis, of United Church W.M.S. and The Salvation Army Adjutant, each in turn carried on the balance of the progi,•am. Prayers were offered by, Mrs. Full- er, Mrs. (Rev.) Kenneth MacLean, Mrs. P. Gowans and Mrs. (Rev.) E. C, .Smith Therendering of a solo "One there is' Above All Others" by Mrs. A. H. Wilford, was greatly appreciated. on for appendicitis, in the 1. t -n ham Hospital, was brought to his ome here by ambulance last Thursday af- ternoon. Although his recovery has not been progressing as quickly as his friends would wish he is improve Mg slowly and is able now to be gm a short time each day. It will be some three weeks however, before he will be able to resume his duties as rector. Goforth Mission Band The regular monthly meeting of the. Goforth Mission Band of St. An- drew's Presbyterian Church, was held at the home of Miss Ella Rae on Friday evening, The order of ser- vice which was in charge of Mrs. (Rev.) Kenneth MacLean, was laid down by the Women's Mossionary Society for the Women's Day of Prayer, Miss Agnes Williamson sang very pleasingly, after which the mem- bers carried on their. usual period of sewing tor the poor. Lunch was ser- ved after which. the meeting adjourn- ed to meet as usual again next month. Jane • John Abraham succumbed after being in ill health for the past eight mon- • ths. Her death, however, cae as a decided shock to her family and • friends as it was only a few days prior to her death that she was eon- • filed to her bed. For the past fifty • years she has been a resident of lot 6, Con. C of Turnberry, going there as a bride from Howick Township. It is believed that Mrs, Abraham is the last of the pioneer residents of this teighborhood. Surviving her are three sons and two daughters: William J., of Hunts- ville, Thomas H., on the homestead; J. R. of. Toronto; Mrs. J. Willits, of Turnberry, who has cared for her mother for the past eight months and Mrs. Edgar Higgins, Brussels. G. Wellesley, another son, predeceased her last. fall. The funeral was heldefront her late residence in Turnberry on Tuesday, Rcv. R. Turnbull, minister of. Bel - more United Church, of which she was a member, conducting the ser- vices. Interment took piece in the Wrosteter Cemetery„ services and a near riot occurred. Only the quick thinking of President Herb. Campbell saved the situatiots by asking the voluateers their golf scores. Doc, Howson and Archie Peebles were not quite sure and were last seen going toward the Alps Golf Course' on snow shoes with their score cards under their arms. The Club management was requested to advertise in the local papers for a niarired couple without family to be employed at the club for the coining season. Mr. Palo Kreitz was employed for the season in the capacity of green- keeper. The lady members will hold their annual 'meeting for the election of their officers at the Club House itt the near future. Making Satisfactory Recovery We are pleased to report that Mrs, A. L. Posliff who tirtderwent an op- eration for appendicitis in London on Tuesday of last week, is making a satisfactory recovery, The: regular meeting of the A. Y. P. A. was held in the basement ,of the church On Monday, March 6th, at 8,30. The meeting opened with hymns and prayer read by the chap- lain. : '• Antalk on the meaning of Leta and why we should observe it, was given by the President, Mr: Spittal. It was decided that during the season of Lent a contest or regular church at- tendance be 'organized. among ; the members of the A. Y, I', A, The same sides Which were in the 'Mem- bership contest shall take part in this contest and the captains are respons- ible for keepingtrack of the church attendance of their respective sides. It was decided that the debate which had been planned for Feb, 13, should take place on March 13, The meeting was then turned over to Mr Mundy, who gave a very in- teresting- talk on the history of three well-known hymns it the Anglican Hymn Book and their composers. l'rhe meeting was -closed with the singing of a hymn and the benedic- tion was pronounced by the chaplain, BASKETBALL TITLE WON BY "BLUES" • For the past two months Forms III, IV and V, of the High School have been engaged in a basketball tournament. Much interest has been shown in these contests. Every girl in these form has been a participant in the game, This has done a great deal to farther the interest in the game. Each team is captained by two girls, members of the regular High School team. The captains of the Blues are Isobel Fowler and Dell Walker, who are to be congratulated on the success of their team. Ella Rae and Olive Tiffin captained the Yellows; Grace l'sreland and Ag- nes Louttit the Greens, and Vera Fry and Edna Jenkins, the Reds, The standing of the teams is as follows: Team For Ag. Plays W. T. % Blues '74 32 5 3 2 .800 Yellows 48 32 5 3 1 .700 Greens 26 34 5 1 2 .300 Reds 22 72 5 41 1 .010 The second half of the schedule will begin Thursday, March 9th, and will consist of 5 games, also the trams will be handicapped as follows, Blues 8 pts., Yellows 4, Greens 2, Reds 0. Miss MacGregor was •the re- feree for all the games. While Forms III, IV and V were staging theri basketball Tournament, Forms 1 and II, were engaged in a Bowling tottinament, The captains of the teams plaYed each other. The captains are: Grace Brachcnbury, A. 13osmare F. Currie, L. Deyell, F. Hig- gins, B. Mundy, C. Nortrop and C. Simpson Catherine Simpson's team were victorious after many hard- fought games and are to be congrat- tilted on their success. "FAMOUS FARMS" WELL RECEiVED LargeE Gatliveernininggsio e atAfternoonand • Under the auspices of the Chamber of Commerce the talking, picture "Famous.. Farms" was shown twice on Wednesday of last week, This picture was taken by the Massey - Harris Co,, and shown to the mem- bers of the Imperial Conference last year, so that they could the more readily understand the great advance- ment that farm machinery has made on Canadin farms as manufactured irtCanada. At the afternoon showing Mr. 1. J. Wright, Reeve of Turnberry, act- ed as chairman. Mayor W. H. Willis gave an address of welcome to the audience, as did A. J. Walker, repre- senting the Chamber of Commerce. Short addresses were also given by Peter W. Scott, Reeve of East Wa,- wanosh, and R. 3, Scott, • President of the United Farmers of Ontario. Mr. Lee, manager of the Massey - Harris for Ontario, gave a short talk and introduced Mr. Martin, who gave a talk on the picture. Mr. J. R. M. Spittal rendered a solo, Miss Phair as his accompanist. At the evening showing Mr. A. J. Walker was chairman. Mr. A. J. Robinson, local agent of the Massey - Harris, gave a short talk as did. Mr. A. E. Robinson, of Mitchell. He al- so introduced Mr. Lee and Mr. Mar- tin of the. Massey -Harris Co. The Wingham Citizens' Band was in at- tendance at this meeting and favored the audience with several well -rend- ered selections. The picture of "Famous Farms" was much enjoyed by the audiences both afternoon and evening. Denton Massey did the talking in the pic- ture, giving the explanations as the picture was shown. In the afternoon the High School and Public School pupils were in at- tendance as guests of the Chamber of Commerce. A silver collection was taken the proceeds of which were given to the Wingham Citizens' Band Fund. Subecriptieria $2,00 Per Yeas "WELCOME HOME" • WELL ATTENDED HOCKEY TOURNEY FIELD AT 'WROXETER The hockey teams of Wros.-eter, Gorrie, Brussels and Wingham, held a Tournament of f hour games in the Wroxeter rink on Monday evening. A good crowd was on hand. and en- joyed the games. Wingham defeated Wroxeter in the first game 5 to 3.. Brussels defeated Gorrie 3 to 1 in the second event. between the play-off between Wing - ham and Brussels the Married Men took on the' Single Men at Broom Ball and created considerable amuse- ment for the crowd. Wingham won the play-off game from Brussels 3 to 0. C. N. R. Earnings The gross revenues of the Canacle ian National Railways for the week ending February 28th, 1933, were $2,- 224,718, as Compared with $3,107,766 for the correpsonding period of 1932, a decrease of $883,048. Notice to Retail Merchants A meeting of the Retail Merchants Association will be held in the Coun- cil Chamber next Monday morning, March 13th, at 10 o'clock. All mer- chants are requested to be present. "Only a Stepchild" The play "Only a Stepchild" will be presented in the ForesterS' Hall, Blegrave, on Tuesday evening, March 21st, at 8 p.m., under the auspices of the Anglican Church. Basketball Games Thursday Last On Thursday evening last the girls team from the 'United Church Sunday School and the boys' team of the Triple V class played return games with the boys' and girls' teams from the A.Y.P.A, in the Armouries, In the girls' game played first; the A.Y. P.A. team was outplayed all the way and. lost by a score of 29 to, 8. But the boys' team redeemed them by running up a score of 31 to 11 over the Triple V Boys. Cribbage Tournament Bigger Than Ever The cribbage players are getting a great kick out of the touranments held at the Armouries and Tuesday night was no exception, as eleven tables enjoyed the play. Ten boards were played, and first prize was won by',A, M. Bishop, with 8 wins and a. plus of 1205; second; Duncan Ken- nedy, Whitechurch, 8 wins and a plus of 1190; 3rd, Harold Mitchell, 8 wins and a plus of 1189, 4th, Charles Swanson, 8 Wins and a plus of 1156. • Another tournament will be held at the Armouries, on Taesday even- ing, March 21st. WEDDINGS HOCKEY GAME Large Congregation Present me Sun- day •te Welcome Back Rev. L. H. Currie. The "Welcome Home" services held in the United Church on Sunday to welcome back Rev. L. II. Currie, who has been on sick leave for near- ly a month, were attended by large congregations at both the morning and evening services. The Young Ladies' Class of the Sunday School beautifully deeorated the pulpit in honor of the return of their teacher and pastor. The chair under their leader, Mr. J. H. Christie, renderell special service of song at, both services, At the morning service, Mr, H. Musgrove, one of the highly esteem- ed veteran members of the church, Welcomed Mr. Currie back on behalf of the congregation. 1VIr. Currie re- plying to these kind words of wel- come, expressed his sincere appreeie ation, but stated that he would stilt be unable to carry on his pastoral duties to the extent that was his de- sire. For his morning sermon. Mr. Currie chose for his text the second book of Kings, the 6th chapter and the 30th verse "And behold, he had sack- cloth within upon his flesh." As has been the custom at the ev- ening services on the first Sunday of each month the Young Ladies) Class and the Triple V Class of the Sun- day School occupied the centre pews of the church and the sermon for these services are arranged for young people. Mr. Currie's remarks at this service were brief as the choir had. prepared special music for this serve ice. They rendered several anthems which included "By Babylon's Wave.' A solo by Mrs. A. H. Wilford and a cluet.by Miss Jean Christie and Mrs. A. H. Wilford adcle,d greatly to this service of song. The Clinton O.H.A. team which made such a fine showing in their league, will take on the local team here on Friday night of this week. This .should be a real fast game and the fans should turn out in large numbers to see this game. S. S. PUPILS RECEIVE AWARDS The Sunday School students who took part in the Educational Cam- paign under the auspices of the W. C. T. U. and who were successful in winning awards were as follows: St. Andrew's Presbyterian Sunday School, Senior, Marion Mitchell 76%, Junior, Lloyd Wilson 80%, Marian Tervit 93%. Baptist Church Sunday School, Senior, Lester .Shields 93%, Louise Kelly 88%, Velma Stoakley 88%; Junior, Arnold-Stoakley 88%. • Merkley - McLean A quiet wedding was solemnized at the United Church parsonage, Bel - more, March lst, when Jean Eliza- beth, only daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Hector McLean, of Culross township, was united in the holy bonds of mat- rimony to Harry Clayton, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Merkley, of Wroxeter. The ceremony was per- formed by Revs R. Turnbull. Mrs. Turnbull and George Merkley acted •118 WitoOstOs, The bride wore a gown of blue crepe with grey trimmings and acces- sdries to match. Mr, and Mrs. Merkley will reside in Winghann Audited County Books Mr. W. T. Booth was in Goderich last week when he and J. J. Higgins of Hensel], County Auditors, were busy on the annual audit of the Coun- ty books. and records. Hockey Fans 'See Play -Off Games A bus road oF hockey fans went to Clinton Friday night to witness the game between Walkerton and Clin- ton. The bus also took a load to Walkerton on Wednesday night to see the genie between the same teams there. *Walkerton won the round 9-5 thus liminating Clinton. i3ishop Seager Very Ill Rt. Rev. Charles A. Seager, Angli- can Bishop of Huron, is very ill at his home "Bishopstowe", London. On Tuesday of last week he was tak- en ill with pneumonia and. over the week -end his condition caused alarm. It has since been reported that he is resting more easily. Oddfellows Go to Lucknow A bus load of members of Mait- land Lodge I.O.O.F. went to Luck - now on Monday night where the de - glee team of the lodge put on the third degree for their Lucknow bre- thren. After the work in the lodge room was completed a lunch was served and a social hour enjoyed. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Ella Rae spent the week -end. in Stratford. Miss Betty Walker of Stratford Normal, was home for the week -end. Mrs. (Dr.) Fyfe of Regina, Sask., is a guest in4the Wilkinson home at Harriston, Ont. Mrs. Charles Cook is at present visiting her daughter, Mrs. Thomas Burke, of Morris. Mrs. (Dr.) 3. J. Brown of Wood- stock, is at present visiting with her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Crawford. Mrs. R. H. Saint spent the week- end at home of Mrs. Sellers, Blyth, and also with friends at Goderich. Mrs. \V. J. Henderson, Illuevale Road, returned home on Friday after visiting for a month in Niagara. Falls. Misses Edna and Margaret Proct- er of Stratford Normal School, visit- ed with their parents over the week- end. Chicago Mayor Dies from Wounds :Mayor Anton Cermak, of Chicago., who was wounded February 15t1i, by Guiseppe Zangara, the man who tried to assassinate President Roosevelt, died early Monday mornieg itt Jack- son MeMorial, Heepital; Miami, Fla., Cermek 'died 'quietly, he 'did net em- erge from a coma itt which he sank the previous iiiglmt. Jbe. was 59 years old, Pancake; Social The ladies of Knox Presbyterian Church, Beigrave, are serving a Pane cake, Supper on Friday, March .10th, at the honie of Mr, and. Mrs. W. 3. Geddes. A program oP Irish songs and music will be given by the or- ches4a and others during the even 'Mg. Tea, will be served from 5 to 8 o'clock, Admission, adults. 20e children :10i; iP!.verYbody welcome. Mrs. W. G.. M. Reid is at present itt Toronto, as her sister, Miss Hazel Brandon is a patient in Termite) Gen- eral Hospital: Mr, Theodore Robertson of Strat- ford, and Miss 'Mary Robertson. of Welton, spent tin' week -end at the henie of their parents, 'Mr. and Mrs. Alen, Robertson. e Mrs, (Dr.) George Ross returned. home 00 Monday having visited :for two weeks with her sister, Mrs, Sainsbary, Torotto, Sp e ci al Thursday, Friday, Saturday -Rasp., Straw., Black Currant Jam 25c 40 or, jar; Aylmer Tom, Soup, 3 tins 21c; Brunswick Sardines 6 tins 25c; Rich:tansy Coffee 30c ib; Leix, small, 2' pkgs 23e; Oxydol, large plige 19c, small 2 for 17c;' -Classic Cleanser 8; tins 20e; Sugar 4.90 100 lb4 Sup- reme 'Bread Flour 1.80 98 lb bag; Pat- , a.rart Flour 800 24 lb. bag. Domin- ion Stores.