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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1934-08-02, Page 1it) Single Copies Five Cents CAR DITCHED NEAR SHELBURN R. S. Hetherington's Car Badly Darn - aged, .I3ut he Escaped Injury t To have' his car ditched and badly dainaged, ,but to escape without a scratch was the experience of R. S. Hetherington, local lawyer, on Tues- day morning. He had been to Sparrow Lake to spend the week -end with his family. from Goderich and was on his way back Tuesday morning. About 7,30 be was proceeding along the road. from Shelburne to Mount Forest, a- bout a half mile from the former place -when a girl drove out of a farm lane With a 1928 Ford, to avoid plowing into her Bob swung his car to the right. He struck a rear hub cap of the other car and went over a culvert into the ditch. His car stood right up on the radiator and then settled back on it right side. Bob did not even get a scratch, but his car was considerably damaged. The radiator was pushed back against the fan, ,the left rear fender badly crushed,. 'read bunver torn off, both running boards damaged, the fenders ion the right side bent and the' right side top of the car staved inIn spite of all this damage he drove the car back to Winghain under its own pow- er How he escaped being severely in- 3ured is a miracle. The other car was practically not damaged at all, OBITUARY Thomas 0. Drummond T. J. McLean received a- wire Mon - clay advising him of the, death in Tor- onto of his bother -in-law, Thomas 0. .Drummond, after a few weeksillness. Mr. Drtnnmond will be remembered by many Wingham people. While here and on coming to Wingliam 56 years ago he was engaged in the dray- ing business,' afterwards in the butch- .er business, moving to Hensall about t en .years ago. He gave up business lour years ago and moved to Toronto. ,Iiis wife, Margaret Netterfield, a sis- ter of Mrs. T. j. /vIcLean, predeceased him three years ago. Mr. Drummond was in his 74th year and leaves one ;brother, John in Toronto; four sons, Erold of Hensall, Harold of Monc- ton, New Brunswick; Leonard and Noel, of, Toronto, also Mrs. Leslie Allan of Guelph and Mrs. Marshall Hetherington of Toronto. The fun- seral will be held Wednesday in Tor- -onto. Interment in Mt. Pleasant Cern- b Teach at Denbigh Arthur Henderson, on of Mr. W. J. Henderson, Wingham Junction, has been appointed to the staff of the Continuation School at Denbigh, ,in Lennox County. "Won Trophy at Owen Sound The annual battle for the McKay Trophy took place on the Owen Sound bowling greens on Wednesday of last week, and this `mtich-coveted trophy was brought to Wingham by A. Wilson, W. T. Douglas, M. Dona- hue and Alex. Crawford, skip. The prizes they received were beautiful hesterfield blankets. 'Won 2nd Prize at Lucknow W. Miller and Alex. Crawford won second prize at a twilight of Doubles held on the Lucknow greens on Mon- day night, with 3 wins, plus 23. They were nosed out of first place by Don- ahue and Douglas, of Teeswater, who had 3 wins, plus 24. Three other local pairs failed to place: A. Wilson and D. Rae; Dr. Irwin and G. Williams; Ed. Nash and E. Harrison. Presentation. to A. J. Walker On Friday last week the Executive cif the Ontario Funeral Service Assoc- iation, at a meeting held in Toronto, •presented Mr. A. J. Walker, local fur- niture dealer and undertaker, with a bea.dtiftil silver tray in appreciation of his services to the association. Mr, Walker last year was 3rd Vice Pres- id.ent of the association but withdrew • from office at the a.neual meeting cf the association held last week in Tos ronto. XT MONDAY IS , CIVIC HOLIDAY Monday, August 61h (next Monday) "will be observed as Civic Holiday. The stores of Winglians will be closed on that day so when making your our- -chases on Saturday bear this in mind, 'The stores, however, will be open on Wednesday afternoon 11 PROCTER FAMILY HAD SOCIAL TIME Will Be An Annual Event. On Friday evening at the home of Mr .and Mrs. Abraham Procter, 3rd line of Morris, a very pleasant even- ing was. spent by sixty members of the Procter family and their relations. Following a delicious supper serv- ed on the lawn. the evening was spent in ball games, other sports, impromp- tu speeches and musical program. This is the third gathering of this kind that has been held, the two for - trier occasions being last year and the year befere. It was decided on Fri - 'day night to make this pleasant event a yearly one and the following or- ganization took place Hon., Pres.—Abraham Procter, President—"Wilbert Procter. Sec.-Treas.—Carl PrOeter. Sports Com.—Alvin Procter, Velma Wheeler, Stewart Procter. , It was not decided just where the gathering will take place next year, this matter being left in the hands of the officers. VETERANS' PICNIC HELD AT BAYFIELD Two Accidents Put Damper on This Splendid Outing. Veterans of the Great War and their families, numbering over five hundred, invaded Bayfield Wednesday of last week to hold the annual picnic under the auspices of the Huron' Counts? branches of the Canadian Legion. The picnic was held ,in Clan McGregor Park, the wide spread trees of which provided welcome shade on the in- tensely hot day. The Clinton band was present and enlivened the scene with many lively airs which were en- joyed by the large audience. Games for the children and adults featured the occasion and were conducted by Fred Burchell, .of Brussels, zone re- presentative, to whom much of the success of the afternoon was Credited. Seventy-five were present from Wingharn. The mounted gun in the park was a joyful rendezvous for some of the children until the scene was changed by a painful accident. Little Jackie Cools, age 6, of Clinton, fell off the gun to the cement base, breaking his left arm above the wrist. Another , casualty occurred during the men's baseball battle, when Eddie Anderson, age 40, of Exeter, split his left hand between the second and third fingers, when catching the ball. Both were attended by Dr. Shaw, of Clin- ton. The ladies of the Refreshment Com- mittee had a giant task but the throngs of people were well served at long tables under the trees. The con- vener of the col -amide was Mrs. (Dr.) Thompson, of Clinton, who was as- sisted by representatives from. the various branches. Baseball • games attracted a large crowd. The first game was played by Clinton girls against a picked team frone other places. The latter won by a score of 20 to 11. Another game of baseball played by "scrub" teams of men resulted in a score of 14 to 8, Races Well Contested. The 'races were well contested ev- ery event being overflowing with en- tries, The results were as follows: Boys: 5 years and under, Jack Bradley, Gordon Thomas; 8 arid Kenneth Miller, Douglas King; 12 and under, Lorne Ebbeston, Sea - forth; Bob Clarkson, Clinton; 16 and under, George Brown, Goderich; Har- ry Earl, Seaforth; Girls: 5 years and wider, jean McIntyre, Dorothy N. McLeod; 8 and under, Doreen Mor- rison, Irene Bradley; 12 and under, Gladys Clarke, Bayfield; Marguerite Barlow; 16 and under, Agnes Camp- bell, Goderich; Marguerite Nigh, Sea - forth. g Ladiesvefits: Veteran' Wives, Mrs. Ohms, Wingliam; Mrs. McCut- eheon, Bluevale; novelty race, Anna Cornish, Brucefield; Jack Snazel, Gods rich; }Tarry Lowrie, Wingliam, Goderich babies were adjutlged the f'inest at the picnic. And they were all darlings, making it a difficult task for the jedges, Mrs. D. E. Campbell, of Goderich, and Mrs. (Dr.) Thorne. son, of Clinton both former nurses, The prize few the babies one year and under was awarded to Clara Garrick., daughter of Mr. and. Mrs, William Garrick of Goderich, and that for two years and tiader to I3obbie Bell, son. of Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Bell, of God - crick With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, AUGUST 2nd, 1934 SEAFORTH LADY SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AUTO ACCIDENT Mrs. Harold White, Seaford; Thrown From tar has Skull Fractured • The /31ueva1e road in froet of Mil- ler Proctor's farm was the scene of a serious accident on Monday morning about 10 o'clock. As a result Mrs. Harold Vite of Seaforth, lies in the hospital here iatith a, fractured skull and an injured knee. Mr. White of Seaforth, who is the Supertest salesman for this district, was driving his Ford V8 from Blue - vale to Wingliam and directly in front of the entrance to Miller Proctor's farm his rear wheel struck the front bumper of Mr. Proctor's car as lie was corning onto the road. Mr. White apparently lost control of his car and after going about 60 feet the car roll- ed over and over, throwing Mrs. White, the only other passenger, onto the road and finally landed up on the fence on the north side of the road with all four wheels in the air. When 'Mrs. White was thrown from the tar she apparently slid along the road for some feet She was rushed to the hospital here in an unconscious condition, where she was given medi- cal attention He skull was fractured in two places and a knee injured, be- sides being badly shaken up and bruis- ed, At the time of going to press she was doing as well as could be expect- ed under the circumstances. - How Mr. White escaped s,erious in-. jury is difficult to understand. He received a cut on his cheek, but was able to walk about Eater extracting himself from the car, which was ter- ribly wrecked. Mr. Proctor was not injured The front bumper of his car was torn off, the front part of the chassis twisted and the front springs broken, County Constable McMichael was on the scene of the accident very quickly and phoned to Goderich and, Traffic Officer Judd investigated. , CELEBRATED HER 88th BIRTHDAY XThe home of Mr. and Mrs. George Hawthorne was the scene of a pleas. - ant gathering on Thursday afternoon, when about 35 friends and relatives called to extend congratulations to Mrs. Sidney Campbell on her 88th bbthday. Tea was served. between 3 and 5 pa -n. The ertjoyable part of 'the afternoon was to see her birthday cake prettily decorated with 88 candles, which were lighted by her oldest son, Andrew, and blown out by Mrs. Campbell. In the eevning about 50 and 60 friends gathered to join in a prayer and song servise. Turnberry Council Will Meet On August 8th A meeting of the Turnberry COUll- Cil will be held at 13luevale on Wed- nesday, August 8th, at 1 pan. Fall Opening Now is a good time to enrol. Surest road to a situation. With improved conditions we are placing our gradu- ates. Correspondence courses. Pay when convenient, Write To -day to Wingham Business College or Can- ada Business College (13loor & Bath- urst), Toronto; George Spottore Pres- idents Passed Examinations 5.Miss Dorothy Golley, Winghain, a student at the local Business College, last year, received word from Canada Business College, Toronto, that she successfully passed all the exams in connection with the Stenographic l3usines5 Course, and also received an engraved Progress Certificate in Pen- manship from A. T. Sprott, Toronto. She was awarded a Certificate of Pro- ficiency in Filing from the Office Specialty Company, Toronto, a short time ago. FALL FAIR HERE OCTOBER 9th AND 10th The big half of the summer has slipped by and this article Is, just a reminder that Wingham Fall Fair will be held on 'Tuesday and Wednesday, October 9th and 10th, On Tuesday last week both men and lady directors of the Turnberry Agricultural Society met at the home of Mr. Frank Henry and revised the prize list and made other preparations so that the Fair thie year will be big- ger and better than those of other years. S.S. NO. 13 RE -UNION PLEASANT EVENT 1590 Gather and Thoroughly Enjoy Themselves. Many. Carne From a Distance. — Wednesday of last week was a gala day long to be remembered in Wawa - nosh, when many from the surround- ing district gathered at S. S. No. 13, East Wawanosh, to celebrate with them another reunion of former resi- dents and teachers. Former teachers and residents gathered again from many points in Ontario, Manitoba and even from the Pacific Coast and sev- eral States to the south were also re- presented in the happy gathering. The school and grounds were gaily dec- orated and there was a nicely arrang- ed platform which was adorned in red, white and blue bunting and ever- green and above all floated the Un- ion Jack. The afternoon's activities started with a fine parade of decorated cars, buggies and wagons with the old re- liable horse -power, clowns, riders on horseback, newly wedded couples, comics; well most onything found in a parade where all are out for fun. The parade started on the hill cast of the school nad made the rounds of the school grounds ,and later back up the hill again. Prize Winners: The following who tark part in the parade were awarded prizes: Decorated Car, 1st Ed. Roger; 2nd Joe Dunbar. Adult Comic, lst Louis Cook; 2nd Percy Vincent. Child Conde, lst Mabel Bennett; and Edith Cook; 2nd Bruce Nethery and Alice Cook. Old Fashioned Dress, lst Mrs. Nor- man Radford and Mrs. Walter Cook; 2nd, Borden Scott and. Hilda Black. Fancy Dress, lst Florence Blair and Mrs. Hugh 131air; 2nd Fern McDow- ell and Mildred Thornton. Open class, lst Telford Cook; 2nd Fred Cook and liSrs. Stanley Cook. The oldest person on the grounds who \had lived rn this section was Joshua Walsh, Belgrave, and the youngest child, born in the section, Lois Rath. Some time elapsed as friend greet- ed friend before the audience was brought to order by one of the form- ed pupils in the person of Austin Budge, now a Presbyterian minister of Hamilton. He introduced Jos. L. Stonehouse, also an early pupil in the section and who was president of the re -union committee. Following him was Peter W. ScOtt, who has been the active secretary of the invitation committee. Mr. Scott at this time ex- tended a welcome to all present and regretted the unavoidable absence of a large number. It is ten years since the first re -union was held and Mr, Scott said that there had. been 70 who had received invitations or been resi- dents 10 years ago, who had passed away since that tine, and a minute's silence was observed in their memory during the afternoon's 'program. Short History of Section. Mr. Scott gave a short• history of the section when he stated that in the late fall of 1862 the settlers held a meeting to arrange for the building and conducting of a school in S. S. No. 13, a suggestive number. Math- ias Harrison, Thomas Pa,rrott and David Scott, pioneers of the ragged type, were elected trustees. 'Walter Scott donated a' free site on the cor- ner of lot 36, con. 7, for the building and play -grounds. Willing hands by means of old-fashioned bees, soon he (Continued on Page Five) ENGAGEMENTS Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Fryfogle, Wing - ham, wish to announce the engage- ment of their daughter, Helen Grace, to Mr: Daughts Harcourt Milady, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Mundy, of Wingham. The marriage to take place about the middle of Angust. Mr. and ,Mrs. John R. "Webster wish to announce the engagement of their only daughter, Gertrude Mae, to Mr. William James Deacon soii of the late Mr. and Mrs, Sarmsel Deacon, c,f East Wawa -nosh. Marriage to take place the latter part of August., Mr. and Mrs. James Milton Me - After of Bramptot, Ontario, announce the engagement of their daughter, Dorothy Helen, to Dr. Herbert Har- old Hetherington, SOW of 111% and Mrs. Christopher Hetherington of Bluevale, Ont, the marriage to take place the latter part of August. 4•011.1. CHAS. A. ROBERTSON. IV1.L.A., IS SHOWING IMPROVEMENT Losial Member Suffered Stroke Wed- nesday of Last Week We are very pleased to report that Chas. A• Robertson, member elect for this riding is improving steadily from the stroke he suffered early Wednes- morning last week, His right side was affected and also his speech, and in telephone conversation with his home we were informed that he is slowly improving. He affected side speech are showing gradual improvement but it will be some time before "Charlie" as he is popularly called, will be able to go about his riding. Ten days before he had the Stroke he contracted a dose of poison ivy on his face and right hand while on a pic- nic at Sheppardton, and this has irri- tated his present condition. It is our sincere wish that Mr. Rob- ertson's recovery will be rapid and in this we are expressing the desire of his legion of friends throughout the riding. X-RAY FUND IS STILL OPEN Subscription Lists Are at Both Banks The X -Ray which was installed in the Wingham General Hospital in July, 1933, has been a wonderful ser- vice to this community. Since its in- stallation inst about a year ago it has rendered valuable service to fifty patients. If this equipment had not been supplied by the combined efforts of various local organizations, these patients (all from this community), would have found it necessary to go miles in order to have the necessary X -Ray pictures taken. The X -Ray at the local hospital has been used in a variety of cases: fractures, stomach series, gall bladders, skull -work, teeth and chest pictures. All pictures taken have been highly satisfactory, prov- ing beyond doubt that the equirnnent meets the needs of this district. The cost of this equipment was about $1900, and there is still a bal- ance of about $300 owing. It was de- cided by the Chamber of Commerce to try and raise this $300 by subscrip- tion.' The subscription lists were op- ened at both banks but the response has not been nearly up to expecta- tions. The lists are still open at the banks if you have not already given in your donation, you are urgently re- quested to do so without delay. Milk Increased. In Price '1)n. account of the dry weather and shortage of feed, the price Of milk will advance in price from 6c to 8c a quart; pasteurized 10c. Effective August lst. Taken Over ..Service Station -\*The Supettest Service Station at the corner of Josephine and Victoria Sts., has been taken over by fames Mur - may. Jim will not only operate this station but will give tire and battery service. New Vault Being Built Ns.The Dominion Bank is having. a new vault installed. The garage at the rear of the building was torn down and the vault is being built on this location. W. H. Rintottl, local con- tractor, is in charge of the work. Fire at County Home The Huron County Home at Clin- ton, had a scorching on Sunday even- ing. A fire started • in the attic, pre- sumably caused by electricity enter- ing along the hydro wires, The fire had gained considerable headway be- fore beieg discovered, but was extin- guished by the fire protectien appli- ances with which 'the home is equip- ped. It is considered, fortanate that the 'blaze Occurred during the day in- stead of at night, when it rnight have got beyond control before being tot - i ced. FAILED TO LIFT JOYNT TROPHY Leickhow made another determined effort to take the Joynt Cep. back home on Thursday evening but 'were nosed out 14-12. The game was one of the closest played on the local green this year and Until thefinal end was over was anybody's game. The local rink that defended, the cup was, Art Wilson, H. Sherbondy, D. Rae, 3. Mason, skip. The representatives from Luckno-sv ,were: 0. MacDonald, H. Agnew, R. Rae, W. McCoy, skip. ESCAPED FROM HOLD UP MEN Police Make Search But Plen Had Disappeared On Saturday night about 1.1 o'clock, Robert Hogg, who lives on the B line, iera,,,driving home and as he neared his etorne two men rose up out of the grass from the side of the road with clubs in their hands as if they were bent on holding him up. Mr, Hogg lashed up his horse and drove back to Wingham by way of Wingham Junc- tion and notified Chief Allen. The Chief and Constable Platt drove at once to the scene of the attempted hold up and searched the surround- ing district but the would-be hold-up men had disappeared. Yourtheice of oue 25c bathing caps for 15c, McKibbon's Drug Store. CONSTABLE LEVER HAS LEG BROKEN County Constable Norman Lever was riding through loose gravel near Exeter Sunday, when his machine skiked and threw him into the ditch, fracturing his leg. Helpless and pin- ned beneath the heavy cycle, Lever would have been choked to death had not Peter Mcisaac driven along and found him. With the motorcycle on top of hon, Lever was powerless to release himself from the weight that was crushing his neck-. Dr. P. J. Dwyer of Zurich was call- ed and had Lever removed to Clinton Hospital. Choice of our Bathing Caps for tiventy-five cents, regularly sold up to 75c. McKibbon's Drug Store. Will,Hold Dance Watch for Firemen's Street Dance. Further particluars next week, Tonsils Renioved 'Miss Mary F. Inglis, teacher at S. S. No 13, East Wawanosh, had her tonsils removed in ethe Walkerton Hospital last Saturday. Drs. Miller, and O'Toole performed the operation. Names Omitted .SetIn the list of those who were suc- cessful at the Normal School we om- itted two names, Miss Jean Mitchell, and Miss Edith Lott, 2nd year course. We regret very much that the above names were omitted. Moved His Store sa..:itlfr. J. A. Mills has moved his flour and feed business into the store re- cently vacated by the Hub Clothing Co. Mr. Mills owns this building and the store he vacated is owried by Mr. Gordon Young. • Teeswater Bank Manager Transferred We W. T. Douglas ,popular mana- ger of the Bank of.:Montreal, Tees - water, has been transferred to the Or - Elia branch as manager. He leaves on Saturday to take over his new posi- tion. His friends here will wish him every success. A Most Welcome Rain For the past two weeks the eyes of the agriculturists were on the skies, looking for ram clouds. Last Thurs- day it appeared for a short time as if they had not looked in vain. But on- ly a:few drops fell and then the sky cleared. Not so on Sunday night. The rain that fell Sunday night and con- tinued through most of the night, was just what was ordered even if it was a bit slow in corning. The many crops which were se badly in need of rain , will be greatly benefitted. Hunger Marchers at_ Toronto To demand unemployment insuran- ce, cash relief and establishment of trade and diplomatic relations With Soviet Russia—and "to fight and force enactment of these demands if :they are not recognized by the Liberal gov- ernment leader, Hepburn" — nearly 2,000 hunger marchers paraded into Tot,onto Monday and heldsa rally in Queen's Park. Alorig streets which were cleared for them by sweltering constables, bearing banners which lampooned political leaders and pro- claimed demands for freedom,. the marchers converged on. Queen's Park from rallying POirits in Stanley and Riverdale Parks. They- were 'watched along then rantes, and greeted at the park, by crowds which far surpassed in numbers the militant detachtnente that made up the active parade. Golf Clubs and Tennis Racquets at 20% less than regular prices. McKi bon's Drug Store. INSTITUTE HEARD FINE ADDRESS Dr. Colborne Spoke on 'The Fruit o The Family Tree," There was a splendid gathering at the regular meeting of the Women's rnstitute held in the Council Cham- ber, on Thursday afternoon, when the hostesses. were: Mrs. Jas. Fouler,. Mrs Wm. Stewart and Mrs. James Robinson. The President, Miss M. Anderson, occupied the chair, and a splendid program was presented, In- strumentals were given by Miss Tena Reid and Frances Robinson, Scotch dancing by Master Kenneth Craw- ford, accompanied by Miss Reid, and a reading by Mrs. W., H. Henderson. Dr. H. W. Colborne of Wingham, was the guest speaker, and spoke on the subject "The Fruit of the Family Tree." The Doctor stressed the point of herediti,stating that good blood counted for as much in the hurnan as in plants or animals, while medical at- tention, environment and eclucatisn, also good parentage well born child- ren, are about average in intellectual brain power, and normal conduct. At the rate subnormality has increased during the past few years, in a very short time the population will be one half, and it takes fourteen times as much to educate a subnormal child as it does a normal one. This will mean a tretnendous expense to the country, and at present there are al- m.ost fifteen hundred at Orillia. It is the corning question How will it be controlled? Following the Doctor's address, the ladies expresed their appreciation to all those who had taken part, after which refreshments were served. WEDDINGS ' Reeves - Tiffin A quiet wedding was solemnized in Toronto, at the home of Rev. J. W. Graham, pastor of Bloor. St. United Church on July 24th, when Olive V., elder daughter of Mrs. A. J. Tiffin, of Wingham, became the bride of Aubrey William Reeves, of London, son of Mr. W. H. Reeves, of Woodstock. The bride, dressed in a pink crepe en- semble trimmed with white lapin, wore a corsage of pink: carnations, sweet peas and maidenhair fern. She was attended by Miss Wilma Dow, of Toronto, who wore a white crepe dress, with accessories to match. The groom was attended by Mr. Harry Bra.wley, of Toronto. After a short wedding trip the young couple will reside in London. A beautiful 5x7 enlargement from any negative you wish Free with ev- ery $1.00 spent in our printing and developing Dept licKibbon's Drug Store. s eel i - Caught Five Bass 'Saturday *4 That there are still bass in the Maitland River was proven beyond doubt on Saturday when George Moir caught five dandies at the dam. Placed Fourth: at Listowel At a twilight of rinks held in Lis- towel on Thursday night a local rink of W. Armstrong, Ed. Nash, W. Mee Cool, 'W. Miller, skip, tied for third place with the Chapman rink of Palm, erston, losing out in a four -end play- off, taking four place. A Brussels rink skipped by Mr. Logan, took first Prize. Compensates Teachers Ontario school teachers wind took a second's year study a.t Normal school will receive compensation of $100 for their time arid effort and the teach- ers' training course is now reduced again to one year, Hon. L. J. Simp- son, ininister of education, announced recently, The $100 sum will be spread over four years in the form of grants of $2015 a year at the end of each school year. The grants be paid only ir the teacher actually engages in teaching in a public or separate school. BRYCE DRAIN CONTRACT AWARDED The contract for the Bryce Muni- cipal Drain was awarded to Charlee Kistner of Dublin, on Saturday, by the Township of 'Turnberry. The dOil- tract was let to the lowest tenderer, $2000.00. Work will cominenee 011 the 10th of August and will be complete ed about the lst of November, Seven contractors submitted tenders on this drain. The Engineer's esti- mate was $2548.00.