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The Wingham Advance Times, 1934-11-22, Page 1Single Copies Rive Cents LEBANON CHAPTER ELECT OFFICERS Installation at the December Meeting At the regular meeting of Lebanon Chapter R.A.M. No. 84, held in the Masonic Temple on Tuesday evening the following officer's were elected. 'The installation will take place at the December meeting. I.P.Z.-R. C. Thompson. Z.—W. Hayes. H.—J. D, Beecroft. J• —II: Sherbondy. Treas,-J. W. McKibbon. S.E.—G. H. Ross. S.N.—H. F. McGee. P.S.-W. T. • Booth. 0.G—J. J. McGee. Auditors—E. J. Nash, G. L. Baker. 'Sale of Work and, Baking The Salvation Army Home League will hold a sale of work and: home- baking, etc., in the Citadel, Edward St., on Saturday, Dec. lst, commenc- ing at 3 p.m. Successful Masquerade A very successful Masquerade was held in Wingham Council Chamber, Thursday evening, under the auspices of the Catholic Women's League, A very large crowd was in attendance and a very enjoyable evening was spent; The music by Arthur's Radio Orchestra was well rendered, The prize for the best dressed lady was won by Miss Cathers, and the prize for the best dressed gentleman was won by Mr, Blair Gibbons. The,com- ac prizes were won by Miss Mary St. Marie and Mr. Clifford .IIingston. OBITUARY William McKinley Orr The largely attended funeral of the late William McKinley Orr was held from his late residence Lot 7, Con. Turnberry, on Monday afternoon. The service was conducted by the. Rev, J. G. Greig of Bluevale Presby- terian Church, of which he was a member. The large concourse of peo- ple .who attended this service testified to his popularity and. the respect he commanded in the community. The deceased was ill but a short time and his passing was a great. shock to his family and many friends. He: was born in Pittsburg in 1901 and after spending a couple of years in Ireland with his father, came at the age of 7 years to Canada to live with his aunt and uncle, Sara and the late James Orr, in Turnberry, and he has since resided on the same farm. He was a member of 'Wingham L.O.L. a.nd a Conservative in politics. He is survived by his widow, for- merly Laura May Casemore of Mor- ris, to whom he was married on Sept. 15th, 1926, and one son, Jackie, 5 years old, also his aged ,aunt, Miss Sara Orr. The pallbearers were: Raymond' El - tote Eldred Nichol, John Kirton, Wm. Dettman, John Stacey and Thomas. Ellis. ., Interment was made in Bluevale Cemetery. John Maxwell James The death of John Maxwell James occurred at the hotne of Mrs. Wm.. Lamb, Frances Street, on Monday af- ternoon, Nov. 19th. The deceased, who was in his 45th year, has suffer- ed a lingering illness for the past fourteenyears, but was confined to bed for only a week prior to his pass- ing, He was born on the 10tri Con. of Turnberry, the son of Mrs, Cath- erine James and the late Thomas P, Jaynes. He was a resident of Turn- ' berry all his life exeept for 'a few years spent in the West and the last two years, when he lived . with Mrs, Wxn. Lamb on Frances Street. He was a member of the Anglican Church. Mr. James never married. Surviving him are his mother and one brother,' Charles, on the home- stead. The large number of former neighbors who called to pay their last respects showed the high esteem with p 5 g. which he was held by all who krtew 9hint. The funeral was held from the reel - deuce of Mrs, Wtfi. Lamb, Franees Street, on Wednesday afternoon, the service being conducted by Rev. E. L. Roberts, Rector of St. Paul's Ang- lican Church, Thea.11bwere ire of his for- mer mier neighbors, Roy Porter, John Mitchell, WilfredIturehison, Them - as Wallace, James Catnpbell and Les- lie Bryce. Interment took plate in i p t W n liatrr Cemetery. With Which is Amalgamated The Gairrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. BUY IN WINGHAM THIS CHRISTMAS Just a little less than five weeks are left in which to do your Christ- rnas shopping. The majority of peo- ple do not think about gift buying until much nearer Xmas Day, but to satisfy all customers the merchants of Wingham are now ,prepared to fill your Xmas buying rieeds. Make your Xmas purchases early this year when the stores are not too busy. The tier-. chants of Wiurglram have;been study- ing the gift problem and are prepar- ed to supply your every need. Make your) Xmas shopping an easy prob- lem this year by buying at the Wing - ham stores. SUCCEEDS STEVENS Richard K:C:, IvLI? for York -Sunbury,' N.B.; who has been; appointed as minister of trade and commerce in succession to ' Hon, H. H. Stevens. A. Y. P. A. A rollicking goodtime was -had by all present when the A.YP.A, staged •a "Stunt Night" in the basement of the church on Monday evening, Following the usual opening exer- cises the "programme of the evening commenced with community singing in which all joined heartily. This was followed by a few lively games such as "Break the Bag" "IVIusical Chairs" "The Bar -Room Steeple Chase", a very clever designing act given by Mr. Roberts, and a negro chorus giv- en by Lillian' Fuller, Jean Mellor,, Lily Banes, Mary J, Preston and Dor- othy Armitage. The most important item of the programme' was then introduced and a dainty lunch was served, The evening came to a close with two stunts very cleverly enacted by Herb. Fuller, Joe Ellacott and Doug- las Waram.' The programme for November 26th will consist of a lantern lecture on Wales, given by Mr. Roberts, As an added attraction, Mr. Spittal and Mr. Tenuple.man will render some of the fine old songs of Wales. Rev. E. Hayes Appointed Right Rev. C. A. Seager, Bishop of Huron, has announced the appoint- ment of Rev, Ernest Hayes, former Rector of St. Paul's Anglican Church here, to the ,parish of Onondaga and Freeport, Presentation On Wednesday night last week the gentlemen members of the Alps Golf Cltib held a party at the home of C. H. MacAvoy in honor of Mr. Her- bert Campbell.' In appreciation of the great interest Mr. Campbell has taken in the club he was presehted with a beautiful golf bag and some golf balls, A RARE OFFER Advances -Times subscribers are ad- vised to read and take advantage of the special offer on another page pf this issue through which they can se - care a year's subscription • to three Canadian magazines, together with a year's subscription to The .Advance Tinges, for the sum of $3.00. The magazines included in this offer are: MacLean's, Pictorial Review, Chate- laine, the National Horne Monthly and Canadian Horticulturist, any three of which are 'available in this special offer. The offer is made for a limited time only and subscribers are advised to take advantage of it at once, Either new or renewal sub- scriptions to The Advance -Times will. be accepted in the offer, W1tNGkIAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd, 1934 Subscriptions $2,00 Per Year HIGH SCHOOL LITERARY SOCIETY Two Scenes from "As You Like It" (Presented, A meeting of the Literary Society was held in the W. H. S. Assembly Hall last Friday afternoon. The Pres- ident, Jack Pollock, presided. The meeting opened with the singing of "O 'Canada" and following this the minutes were read" by Secretary Jean Lane,' and adopted. An amendment to the constitution, proposed at the last meeting, namely, that the presi- dent' of the Glee Club should be a rnernber• of the Literary Executive, was voted upon by the members and carried. Following the other business, a programme was presented, which, with the exception of the School Journal, read by. Marion Mitchell, was presented by form III. Catherine Nor- trop read a paper "Echoes from Third Form" after which four girls, Isabel Habkirk, Muriel Ross, Marian Fry and BerylI3rown, danced "Little Man in a Fin". An instrumental was (Sven by Ken. Rintoul and a humorous slit was acted under the direction of Is- abel Habkirli. The programme was concluded with two scenes from Shakespeare's "As You Like it." These were introduced by Helen Mill- er and enacted by Bernice Mundy, Muriel Ross, Beryl Brown, Wilfred Picleell, John Preston, Ross Howson, Dwight Reid and Benson Hamilton. Jack Fortune gave the. Critic's Re- marks in which he commented very favorably on the work of the Third Form students. The meeting closed by the singing of "God Save the King." Meet your friends at the Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 24th, in the Council Chamber. ANOTHER CARGILL HOLD -UP -SUSPECT John A. Swick, alias Jack Swartz, the third man arrested in Buffalo in connection with an armed hold-up of the Royal Bank, Cargill, Ont., on Aug. 14 last, who was deported, was b?'aught to Walkerton from Niagara Falls by Provincial Constabie Mc- Clevis and County Constable A. E. Ferguson, Charged with robbery of nearly $2,20.00of the bank's money, he was remanded to the Bruce Coun- ty Jail to appear before Magistrate Walker. Five were, involved in the. bold -up and while in custody in Buf- falo Swick is alleged to have made admissions that implicate Anthony Diebold and Frank Adamcyzk, who were arrested in that city the night after the robbery. In jail here since early in October, Diebold and Adam- cyzk have been repeatedly remanded by the Magistrate. NEW MINISTERS • ARE SWORN IN Grote Stirling, Conservative mem- ber of Parliament for Yale, B.C., and Richard B. Hanson, Conservative member for , York -Sunbury, were sworn in at Government House, Ot•� tawa, Saturday afternoon as members of the Cabinet of Premier Bennett, Mr. Stirling became Minister of National Defence and Acting Minister of Fisheries while. Mr. Hanson took over the portfolio of Trade and Conx- rnerce vacated by Hong H. H. Stev- ens, member for Kootenay East, B.C. Hon. Murray MaeLaren, Minister of Pensions and National Health, re- tired from the government and his portfolio was taken over by Hon, Donald M. Sutherland, former Minist- er of National Defence, Mr. MacLar- en will likely.be appointed Lietrt•(:Tov.. of New Brunswick, The portfolio of Fisheries has .beet; eiministerecl by Hoe. Alfred Duran - len, Minister of Marine, since Hon. E. N, Rhodes became Minister, of Finance. Policeman—"Why don't you blow yam horn;", Motorist Mo Durst (slightly under the dei lie ituflu- encel--"Whn do you think I am — Little. Boy Blue?" • To the consternation of the guests the viear was very late for the cere- irieny. Years afterwards he met the bride- groom, and, taking him by the hand, rernarked: "W ell, Johti, it is just ten year ago that I gave you an awful fright.,"• ""des" said John g loo r r J ., yr "and I've still got Tier." SCARLET CHAPTER ELECT OFFICERS Banquet Held Following the Meeting The Scarlet Chapter of Turnberry held • their meeting in the Orange Hall, Edward Street, on Wednesday evening last week with the fine at- tendance of 33 present. The follow- ing officers were elected: W. C. In C.—Sir Knight Robert Golley, Wingham. D. C. In C. -Sir Knight Harry Dane, Wroxeter. Scribe—Sir .Knight WM. Peacock, Bluevale. Fin. Sec'y—Sir Knight George. He-. therington, Bluevale. Treas.-Sir Knight Harold Moffatt, Wingham.. Chaplain ---Sir Knight Alvin Smith, Bluevale. Marshall—Sir Knight Geo. Math- ers, Bluevale. lst Lecturer -.-Sir Knight W. Case more, Wingham. 2nd Lecturer—Sir Knight Theodore Robertson, Wingham, 1st Conductor -Sir Knight W. J. Campbell, Wingham. • 2nd Conductor --Sir Knight Wm, McGee, "Bluevale. Sentinel—Sir Knight Geo. Shrigley. Following a few brief addresses the meeting adjourned to the Wing - ham Coffee Shoppe where a banquet was served and a social time enjoyed. See "Peggy's Double" in the Town Hall, Tuesday, Nov. 29th. WEDDINGS Breen - Scott A very pretty wedding was solem- nized on Saturday, November 17th, at the United Church Parsonage, in Wingham, when Jean Laurette, dau- ghter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Scott, Bell -dare, was ;united in marriage to Robert J. Breen,,"son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Breen, Turnberry. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. F. Anderson. The bride was gown- ed in brown barley crepe with brown accessories to match. After a short motor trip they will reside in Turn - berry. NOTICE The annual meeting of the U.F.O. and U.F.W.A. Clubs of North Huron will be held in the Council Chamber Winghan'i, .Saturday at 1.30 p.m. Dec. 1st. After the routine business the meeting will be open to all farmers interested in the future of the U.F.O. This meeting is non-political. W. J. Henderson, Mrs. O. G. An- derson, Directors. Local Cribbage Players Did Well • A cribbage tournament was held in the Institute Hall, Whitechurch on Monday night. Several car loads of cribbage fans went from here and were successful in capturing most of the prizes. Prize winners were: lst, W. Nevins 1198, 2nd T. Y. Smith 1194, Srd E. Harrison 1183, 4th Dun- can Kennedy 1174," 5th R. Therein 1173. The `prizes were, 1st and 2nd, a turkey, '3rd, a goose, 4th and 5th, a chicken. There was a 'good turn- out, 9 tables enjoying the play. TRIPLE V CLASS VISITED CHATSWORTH Last Sunday afternoon twenty- three members of the Triple V Bible Class of the United Church, journey- ed to Chatsworth to assist in the ev- ening service of the United Church there, At six o'clock the boys sat down to a sumptuous repast provided by the Woman's Association of the Church. Mr. W. S. Hall in a 'few well-chosen words, thanked the /ad- ios for their kindness. At the evening service ItIr. Harold Garlick spoke a few words on the activities of the class; Rev. Krueg delivered a forceful and inspiring message. The reale choir under the direction of Jack Herd, rendered as an anthem "Thou Art the Way, the Truth, the Life." Mr., Lloyd nunlcin sang "1 Celine to Thee" and following the sermott Mr. Jack Reavie sang " i3 Thou Nigh." Following the service Men and Mrs, Hankie entertained those of the boys who could remain. Mr. Hunkin dur- ing his stay in Wingham \vas a val- ued member of the Triple V and is now in the undertaking business itt Chatsworth. LARGE ATTENDANCE AT Y. P. SOCIETY Miss Doris Fells Gave Splendid Lec- ture. A gathering of over one hundred co n people, p attended the Y. P., S. of the United Church, on Monday evening to hear. Miss Doris Fells, who has re- cently returned from a two months' trip abroad, during which time she was privileged to attend the "Passion' Play" presented in Oberammergau. The President, Miss Yvonne Mc- Pherson, presided, with the various groups providing their part of the program The "Fidilis Group" was in charge of the Worship Period, of which, Mrs. (Dr.) G. W. Howson is convenor.. The Scripture reading was taken by Miss R. Wheeler, after which Mrs. C. W. Lloyd made the comments on the passages of Scrip ture and Mrs. Howson led in prayer The "Mariners" provided the mus- ical selections, which included the beautiful solo "There is a green hill far -away," rendered by Miss Myra MacDonald, ' accompanied by Miss Tena Reid,: also a piano duet by Miss Reid and Miss Marjorie Gibson. The "Invincibles" who were in charge of the topic with Miss Doris Buchanan, convenor, then introduced the speaker. Prior to presenting the illti'strated ecture, Miss Fells gave a synopsis of her trip, which was a conducted Cook's Tour, from the time she left England, until her arrival at this fa- mous little village. She was very much impressed with the country and of the friendliness of the German people. Outlining a description of the ittle village of Oberammergau, which as a population of around 1600. Miss ells -gave the history of the play, which required a whole day to pre- ent, with two hours of an intermis- ion. Since the year 1634 the play had een repeated every ten years, a vow which the inhabitants had made at hat time, to the Almighty, in re- oving the great plague, which had swept their little village. There were fty beautiful slides on the play, hich showed the enterance of Christ auto Jerusalem, until He was taken own from the Cross. The Sanhedrin group provided re- reshments following the address, af- r which, the meeting was brought a conclusion with the benediction. 1 h F s s b t m fi w d fr to You will be able to choose your Xmas Gifts at the Bazaar on Satur- day in the Council Chamber; A Chicken Pie Supper and Bazaar Will be .held in the Foresters' Hall, Belgrave, on Thursday, Nov. 29th, under the auspices. of the Anglican Ladies' Guild. Supper served from 6 to 8 o'clock. Good programme. Ad- mission 35c and 20c. Dandelions in Bloom What a difference from last year at this time. The mild weather and rains of the last few days has put the dandelions in bloom. The lawn of Mrs. W. Williamson has a large number in bloom and we have re- ports of others in bloom. St. Andrew's W. M. S. The W.M.S. of St. Andrew's Pres- byterian Church held its November meeting on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs, Olver gave the Scripture read- ing and prayers were led by Mrs, Hammond, Mrs. K. MacLean and Miss M. Anderson. Mrs. J. Porter read a paper on the topic for the day "Our Schools in the East", and Mrs. McKibbon one from "Women of the Bible"—"Mary Magdalene". Mrs. D. Rae and Miss Wilson sang a duet, It was decided to hold a tea the first week in December to raise money for the Life Membership fund, Harvey Burgess Goes to Dresden A sutpeise party was tenciertd Har - very Burgess, popular young Domin- ion Bank clerk, Friday night oflast week at the home of Mr. and Mrs, J. J. 1 iyfogle. Mr. Burgess,' who is a Wingham boy, has been on the Dominion Bank staff for the past several years, and left on Sunday, to. occupy a similarposition on the staff at Dresden; replacing Wilfred Simp- son, who tonnes to Wingham. 'Thirty young men and ladies' were present, when the former presented Harvey with a Rolls razor,- after which the ladies provided refreslxmetits. Teacher -•"What docs silence' mean Tommy?" Tomney--"Please, teacher,' it's what you don't hear when you listen." NOMINATION DAY MONDAY, NOV. 26th The annual November meeting of the electors of Winghatn will be held itt the Town Hall on Monday, No- vernber 20th. Nominations will take place from 7,30 p.m. until 8.30 p.m, Following the close,of the nomina- tions at 8.0 o'clock the candidates. will address the electors: Nominations will be for Mayor, Reeve, Councillors, a member of the Utilities Commission and for School Board. A large turn -out of electors should be present to hear the report of those who held .office during 1933. VICTIM OF POISON Donald H. Wilson, 34 year-old pub- lisher of the Port Hope Guide, who died in agony in Port Hope Hospital on Oct. 28th. Following an examina- tion of his stomach, Prof, Rogers re- ports "a large amount of arsenic in his stomach." The authorities con- sider the case of one of • probable murder and do not think he took his own life. An inquest will be held. CITY MISSION The congregation at the- Wingham City Mission have been steadily in- creasing during the special services which began Nov. 13. The special preacher is Evangelist D. R. Chatreau, a, graduate of Annes- ley College, Ottawa, who has travell- destensive1• e y in evangelistic work. He preached in his unique manner .luring the past weep on the subjects "Prevailing Prayer", "The Church. Be- hind Closed Doors" "The Inevitable Law of Discipleship", "Stumbling Blocks" "A Bad Bargain." Friday evening a special young peo- ple's service was conducted in which there were instrumentals and special sin -ging, together with a challenging sermon by the youthful evangelist, from •Matthew 16:24, in which he ap- pealed to the youth to shoulder res- ponsibility in the church and to live lives of deep devotion to God. The Sunday services were marked with great interest and splendid crowds despite the heavy rain. Visitors were present from Kitch- erred and Listowel for both afternoon and evening, Evangelist D. R. Chat- reau also preached over station 10 BP Thursday evening and will continue to do so while he is in town, on Thursdays, Stevens to Speak at U.F.O. Convention Hon, H. H. Stevens, former min- ister of Tracie and Commerce, who resigned his portfolio following Cab- inet criticism of his activities as chair- man of the Mass Buying Committee of the. House of Commons, will be the chief speaker at the annual con- vention of the United Farmers of Ontario at the King Edward Hotel, Toronto, on December 1,2. COMMUNICATION Ladies and Gentlemen: In response to the regttests and sug- gestions of those who desire that I stand in tite coming election for May- or, I beg to make this announcement: "1 shall nmk'e a definite pronounce- ment immediately after the speaking of candidates, ,at the . nomination meeting to be held on, Monday night next, from 7.30 to 8.30," This does trent Prean that 1 have decided to en- ter the contest at this time, but it. sloes rneen that I Gin taking the mat- ter Intl) consideration. Yours truly, Wh H. Willis. STATUTORY MEET- ING, OF COUNCIL Report of Arrears of. Taxes is Given by the Clerk. Mayor Hanna, after a month's ab sence, due to sickness, presided over the statutory meeting of the Town Council, held on Thursday evening He again expressed his appreciation of the flowers, sent him during his ill- ness The Council were pleased to note that the Wellington Produce Plant had been leased to Mr. Duncan Ken- nedy who- will operate a chick hatch- ery there. The Finance Committee presented a number of acounts which were ord- ered paid on motion of iouu. Elliott and Coun. Bishop, The Clerk reported on the arrears of taxes and the Council expressed approval of this statement and in- structed the Clerk.- to proceed with collections. Arrears of taxes are as follows 1931, $26.01; 1932, $1222.35;1933, $3,- 823.91; Total $5,072.27. The Mayor suggested that the chairman of the High School Board and the chairman of the Public School Board be requested to present a report of the year's work of their respective Boards at the nornination meeting, Monday, November 26th. The Clerk was instructed to notify them of the Council's wish. New Addition to Gargare Merkley's,Gargare have built a new brick and cement grease and wash rack. This is one of the most up-to- date buildings of this kind in West- ern Ontario. It is fully equipped with all the modern appliances and has ov- erhead folding doors. The contract for this work was in charge of W. H. Rintoul, local builder and contractor. Mission Circles to Hear Address The Senior and Junior "Wornef'S Mission Circles of the 13aptist Church will 'unite to hold a Thank -Offering meeting on Friday evening, • the 23rd, at eight o'clock, Miss G. 1MMCCalium, of the Christie Street Mission,' of Guelph, will give an address on our Home Mission Work among New Canadians. LOCAL AND PERSONAL See "Peggy's Double" in the Town Hall, Tuesday, Nov. 29th. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Armstrong and Craig spent the week -end in To- ronto. Miss Alice Williamson, of Kitch- ener, was a week -end guest at her home here. Mr, and Mrs. J. H. Crawford and Mary spent the week -end in Toronto and Brampton. Miss Janet Craig, of Whitechurch,; spent a few days last week with Mr. and Ivirs. Janes Carr, Dr, and Mrs. G. H, Ross and 'dau- ghters, Barbara and Mary, were. To- ronto visitors last week. Mr. Currie • Wilson, of Kitchener, spent the week -end with his mother, Mrs. J. Wilson, Edward St, Mrs. Robert Ross, of. Whitechurch, spent a few days last week the guest of Mr, and Mrs. Alec Coutts. "Calluses so bad used cane." Cress Salve only remedy that could banish them forever. At McKibbon's Drug Store. Mrs. (Dr.) J. 1?, Kennedy will leave town onThursday for Toronto. She will spend the winter in Toronto and Montreal, Miss Alice Meehan attended the funeral of her sister, Mrs. John Os- borne, at Ridgetown, on Tttestlay of last week. Sale of. Home Baking, Candy, Ap- rons, Novelties, also afternoon tea, in the Council Chamber, at 3 o'clock., Saturday, Nov. 24th. Mr, and Mrs. J. W. Mcxibbon and daughter, Mary, spent the week -end in °Toronto. Mr. McKibbon restrained there to attend the annual meeting of the United Drug Company. Mn Norris l?tt;;hes and Mildred Hanna; also Mrs, H. Fianna, Orange- ville, spent' Sundry With• Capt. and Mrs. W, 3. Mame. Mr. Hughes and Miss Hanna sang a duct in the 'Unit- ed Church on Sunday morning: Mrs. M. H. VanWyck and two chilclr•en, Grant` and Donna, are visit- ing with Mr. and Mrs. W. V'anWyek, Mr. M. 11. VanWyck has recently been appoitrted nrenager of the Men's Wear Dept.: of bieety Morgan & Co„ Montreal. Mrs. "7anWyck and', ehild- ren Will leave for Montreal shortly to in him. 3