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The Wingham Advance Times, 1930-01-30, Page 1j. nqn With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. Single Copies, Five Cents. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 30th, 1930 Subscriptions $2,00 Per Year Weather Man No Friend of Arena Co., Limited Once more it was emphatically em- phasized that old man 'probs is not on intimate terms with Wingham Arena, Limited, for, when this organi- zation stages a special event, the "worst brand of weather is supplied. $t is either a thaw or a storm, and on Friday night last, a perfect bliz- yard raged,making a complete' fin- ancial failure of the carnival. How- -ever, some fifty youngpeople were in costume, making a very attractive ;picture, the prize -winners being:— National Costume, Miss S. Bennett, Chinese, $3.00 by T. Field & Co; 2nd Jack Herd, Chinese, Shirt by H. Jobb. Gentlemen's Fancy -1st, A. Posliff, John Bull.. 2,00 Canadian' Bank of $, Commerce; 2nd, J. Brackenbury, Old Fashioned Girl, Gloves, W. H. Gur- axey, Comic, lst, D. Hamilton, Spirit of ;Bill Sheridan, Shirt, Hanna & Co.; 2nd, C. Coutts, Two-faced Wonsan,. Set of arm bands, Isard & Co.; 3rd E. Wilkinson, Jack-in-the-box, Box of Papeteries, Advance -Times; 4th, R. Douglas, Old-fashioned girl, Raz- or, Rae & Thompson. Girls under 12, lst C. Norinoile, Gypsy, Bloomers, J. Galbraith; 2nd, B. Brown, Spanish Lady, Slippers, W. J. Greer; 3rd, 1, Carter, Little lio-Peep, Dish, Geo. Mason & San. Boys under 12, 1st, W. Burgman, Frog, Golf Socks, King Bros.; 2nd, R. Howson, Bell Boy, Cap,: M. Burk. Ladies Fancy, 1st, tie, Miss D, Fells Spirit of Carnival, Jardiniere, W. R. Hamilton, and Miss A. Williamson, Rainbow, Toilet Water, C. H. Mc- Avoy; 3rd, Miss 3. Lepai-d, I3ox of Chocolates, J. T. McNab. Youngest Child—Mary Lenard, as Western Girl, $2.00, Capt. Adams. Oldest Person—D. Hamilton, pipe, .F. Sturdy. Lucky Ticket—Carl Bondi, Chair, A. Cosens, A. '3. ,Walker and Arena Co. Dave Hamilton in fifteen years has taken 14 first prizes and one second prize as a character costume, his make-up • this year being a nimrod armedwith an ancient gun, fishing rod, and the result of his sportsman- ship. ANNUAL MEETING OF WING - HAM HORTICULTURAL SOC. The annual meeting of the Wing - ham Horticultural Society was held last Friday?vening with a fair atten- dance considering the storm which was . raging. The election of officers for 1930 was held • and resulted as follows:— President—H. Campbell. 1st vice Pres,—Mrs. Thos. Fells. 2nd vice Pres.—R. Vanstone. Secretary—Mrs. E. Nash. Treasurer—W. A. Galbraith. r/° Directors—Mrs. Geo, Spotton, Dr. M. Calder, Mrs. T. Kew, Mrs. H. An- .gus, N. L. Fry, Miss E. Gilchrist, Mrs, •(Dr.) Ross, Mrs. C. P. Smith, Mrs. J. Gibbons, Mrs. A. McDonald . Premium Committee Mrs. Geo. Spotton, Mrs. (Dr.) Ross, R. Van - stone, W. A. Galbraith. Delegates to Convention—Mr. H. Campbell, Dr. M. Calder, . N. L, Fry. The Treasurer's statement present- ed by W. A. Galbraith, indicated a prosperous year during 1929. Re- ceipts amounted to $620.00and ex- •penditure was $324.95, leaving a bal- ance of $295.05 on hand. There were 249 members for 1929. Mrs. Geo; Spotton retired from the President's chair after three years of very successful effort. Not only has the membership been greatly increas- ed,' but from 12 to 15 beds have been 'kept up under the supervision of Ivfr. H. Campbell.; During' Mrs. Spotton's term' flower shows were held which were very successful. Several win- dow shows and twolectures helped to stimulate public interest in the work of the Horticultural Society, : The Premium Committee intend to meet -shortly and when 1930 pretniuins are finally selected, a drive for 1930 mem- • bership will take place. UNITED CHURCH W. 1Vt. Sr The regular monthly meeting . of • the W, M. S. will be held Tuesday af- ternoon, February 4th, at 8 o'clock in the school. room. A. splendid ,pro- . grain is being prepared and Mrs. J. Dennison, leader of Group 1, will have charge of the Study Book period, Come out and enjoy -a pleasant after- noon. Your help ' and. •syanpathy are needed in ,the work -d the society, ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH HEARS ENCOURAGING REPORTS AT ANNUAL MVIEETING Owing to the unfavoable weather , conditions' on Tuesdayevening g 'of last , week, only a fair representation turned out to the annual meeting of. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Rev. D. Perrie, D,D., took charge l of the devotional opening services, and Hien retired, his place being taken by. W. H. Gurney. • Various reports from different or- ganizations were adopted aspresented all showing a deep and gratifying in- terest in the welfare of the church, ..'he report of the Secretary -Treasurer showed a deficit of about $625, which will be taken care of shortly. Ordin- ary receipts were $5,270,61, ,$1510,10 was raised for Missions, including $50 from Westminster Guild, and $25 from Sabbath School Rally Day. Sabbath School continued its effec- tive work , with the children, about 160 on the roll and an average at- tendance of 120. There is still need of more teachers and greater interest. on the part of parents and others con- cerned with this particular branch of church activity- Total receipts 'were last year studied missions in India and British Guiana. Mrs, H. Parker is President, Marian Mitchell, Secre- tary; and David Parker, Treasurer. During the year 16 new names were added, 2 by certificate and 14 on profession of faith, the roll now standing at 364. The retiring Managers, H. C. Mac- l:.ean, Joseph Pugh, J. W. Hanna, Wm. Haney and William Robertson, were re-elected for the ensuing three years. The past year was memorable in many ways for St. Andrew's. The congregation realize with profound gratitude, the honor conferred on their distinguished. pastor, Rev. David Perrie, D.D,, in being chosen Mod- erator of the General Assembly, an. honor that comes to but few minist- ers in smaller places. It was a dis- tinct tribute to his ability as a preach- er of the gospel, a recognition of de- voted service to the church of his choice, and the high spiritttality of the man. The onerous duties have exacted toomuchon his vitality and $449.25,,•.carrying .a . balance of $46.32 forward. . Ladies' Aid reported raising $259.- 09, with $117.21 on hand. Women's Missionary .Society, ever active and aggressive, had a most suc- cessful year, making three life mem- bers, and reporting 40 sick visits. Re- ceipts were $698.67. of which $525.00 was sent to Presbyterial Treasurer, an increase of $25 over their alloca- tion. Mrs. W. 3. Henderson is Presi- dent, Mrs. H. McGee, Secretary and Miss Lewis, Treasurer for 1930. Senior Girls' Mission Band .raised $33.50. which was forwarded to head- quarters. Westminster. Guild has a member- ship of 46, with an average attendance of 24, and raised $94.23, of which $60 went to Missions. T. Henderson is President, F. J. Hill, Secretary. Happy Gleaners Mission Band With a membership of 32, reported an av- erage attendance of 20, and during strength so that his health is some- what impaired. His congregation granted him leave of absence until his health returns. Another event of pleasure to the Congregation occurred when the son of the Manse, Rev. D. K. Perrie, was inducted into the pastorate of St. Andrew's, North Battleford, an event of deep joy and satisfaction to his parents. But with allthis bright joy the shadow of .sorro_;w soon hovered around; when Mrs. Perrie, the beloved and devoted wife of .the Pastor, pass- ed away after a very brief illness, and just a :few clays before Dr. Per- rie returned to Canada from Scotland whither he had gone to attend the Scottish General Assembly. She liv- ed a most exemplary life of devotion and support to her husband, both in the home and in the church, where iter devoted talents found an outlet in the Missionary cause, The con- gregation feels the loss deeply. COMBINES FIELD CROP AND CLEANED SEED COMPETITION A judge from the Department of Agriculture last week ,paid Winghatn a visit and passed finally on the field crop and cleaned seed competition held last fall by Turnberry Agricul- tural Society. The following were the Wieners sharing in the $275 offered as prizes:— 1st, A. and W. McKague, Teeswa- te.r„ variety; O.A.C, 72; 2nd, Isaac Wright, Wingham, variety, Banner; 3rd, Geo. Pocock, Wingham, O.A.C. 72; 4th, David Fortune, .Wingham, Banner; 5th, Richard Wilton, Wing- ham, Banner; 6th, Jas. Caldwell, Wingham, Banner; 7th, William'Wel- lings, Wingham, O.A.C. 72; 86, C. Cat -ter; Wingham, Banner; 9th, W. R.. Cruikshank, Wingham, Batter; 10th, . Geo. .McEwen, 13luevale, Ben- ner. The:grain of the first five is elig ible for registration, Il H CLASS ENTERTAIN1VTENT 'Under the auspices of Presbyterian Church, Belgrave, will : be held in the Foresters' Hall, Belgrave, on Friday evening, February 7th, at 8 o'clock, The committee in charge are spar.'ing. no effort to stake this a successful entertainment. ,T?-roeeeds are to go en- tirely to repairing of church sheds, and as these sheds are in the truest sense conntttnity sheds 'a fall house on the above date would be apprec- iated. ' OPEN LITERARY AND COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES An event of major, importance to the pupils of Wingham High School., and incidentally to the parents and friends of the scholars, centres around the annual Open Literary and Com- mencement Exercises, which takes place 'in the Town' Hall on Friday evening, 3lst irtst,, at 8 o'clock, The staff and pupils have prepared a splendid progranttne of entertaining merit, including that humorous and interesting feature, the Prophet's Ad- dress. It is to be hoped the seats !will be insufficient for the crowd on this occasion which has a strong ap- Peal to all friends of the school, $1.00 SHOE SALE. ON SATURDAY 100 pairs (approximately) W -omen's and Men's Shoes in mostly all sizes but a mixture Of odds and ends, left- over's, on sale. Saturday of this week, February 1st, for $i.00 per pr. These are• being shown on tables in the store and every pair is a real bargain,' Willis Shoe Store—The Enna Jettick Boot Shoppc: • Mu,m's the Word Child (to youir • man who ha„ call- i, entertain you ed)-- Sestet' told ti c to e y. until .she comes down," • t Young yuan--- "Oh, she did,. did she?" :t toa ri- ---Y and i u not . Cltilcl .. es, "— �o. n s�vcr too many geustions. L itdo ¥hnnorist. LOCAL AND PERSONALMARKED PROGRESS SHOWN AT ANNUAL [This Was a Battling' Isard's Sale closes Saturday with Big Dollar. Bargains in all Depts, Shoes and Rubbers repaired neatly, y, lowest prices at Greer's Shoe Store. Mr, A. M. Bishop is in Toronto, attending . the annual meeting of, the Dominion *Bank. Mr, A. G. Smith, District Agent for the Investors' Syndicate, is in town thisweek. Mrs. C. S. Blackhall attended the weddtiT of her daughter, Anne, which took place in Toronto last week. Mrs. Geo. W. Schaefer and two children are visiting at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Mc- Cool. Women's Goloshes—Wool Jersey, in Beige and Black color for $1.89 and $2.50, others $1.49. Greer's Shoe Store. Huron County L. O. L. 'hold its annual meeting in the local Orange hall on Tuesday next, February .4th, at 11 a.m. ' Skaters! Do you know that your skates are not only sharpened, but al- so. Hollow -ground,` with oil' finish at Greer's Shoe Store: A. E. Backer, Reeve of Brussels, was elected Warden of Huron Coun- ty on Tuesday at•the opening 'session of the County Council. The regular monthly meeting of the Women's Auxiliary to the General Hospital will be held in the council chamber on Monday, February 3rd, at 3.45 o'clock, Rev. J. W. Hibbert of London, a former pastor of Wingham Method- ist Church, and who conducted An- niversary services in the United Church here a few months ago, died suddenly on Wednesday afternoon of last week. David MacDonald, motor car licen- se issuer for this district; has just re- ceived, the 1930 markers. Huron County markers are designated by the letters EE, the first locally being sold to A. M. Crawford, No. 501. The markers are somewhate smaller than in other years, are white with black raised figures, Mr. MacDonald is al- so issuer of chauffeur's permits. WINGHAM BOY MARRIED Mr. and Mrs. Roy MMcl,eod, who were married at Stratford, have re- turned to Mitchell from their honey- moon and for the time being, they are living at the Collison House, The bride's name was Miss jean Loucie. On Saturday evening, January 25th, the newly married couple met with a surprise, when they were presented with a bridge lamp by the family of the house, the staff and the boarders. The presentation was made by John Young, of the Dominion Store' and it showing an appreciation of the gift, Mr, McLeod replied in a very pleasing manner. The remainder of the evening was spent in singing and having a good time in general. Roy McLeod is a linotype machine man for H. D. Davis, prsiprietor of the Mitchell Advocate. Many old Wing - ham friends of the groom extend congratulations. Roy worked in the Advance -Times office for seven years, leaving about two years ago for Sud- bury. KINCARDINE WON DISTRICT CUP 1 District C'up Competition was held on Tuesday afternoon, Mt. Forest, Palmerston, .,Grand Valley and Kin- cardine were eligible to play for same but Kincardine and Wingham were the only clubs rontpeting. Although Jack Mason's rink was well up Don - old Rae's rink was down enough to lose on the round by 4 shots, Wingham 'Kincardine B. Elliott F. Colwell T. Hardie B. Cbtterel C. Elliott Dr. McLeod J, Mason, sk. 18 P. Shiell, sk. 9 R. A. Currie R. Wittig H. Walker H, Ross ,. Carr G, Avery L>, Rac, sk 10 McCullough 23 A third rink from Kincardine and skipped by W, P. Spero lost to W. Mitchell with 3. Currie, j, Carr jr., and W, McKay, by a score of 12-10. Dinner, was served by the local Club in tate .Club Rootiis oft11 e Rink after'hi ich flendl games were w y played in which the locals were many good, :to the Wingham rinks being skippedby H. Gibson, :I' Mur- ray awl 3. Currie. MEETING OF WINGHAM UNITED CHURCH The annual Congregational meet- president for the past year, and re- ing of the United Church was held on Wednesday, January 22nd- There was a splendid attendance of mem- bers frons both town and country and o spirit of'good fellowship andoptim- ism prevailed. throughout. Following devotional exercises, Rev. S. Davison was elected chair- man and at once proceeded to call. for reports from the various organi- zations of the church, a summary of which follows. The Sunday School is thriving splendidly under the capable super- vision of Mr. F. R. Howson. This organization with an enrollment of 266 members and a Cradle Roll of 26 members, is rendering fine ser- vice. During the year $678.00 was raised for all purposes, $250.00 of this amount was given to Missions. The Philaletha Bible Class report followed that of the Sunday School. This young ladies' organization re- corded a number of interesting and inspirational monthly meetings in ad - elected to that office, has every rea- son to look forward to another year of effective service. The .Ladies' Aid Society has exper- ienced a year of unusual activity and the results have been most gratifying, At the beginning of the year it was decided to raise $1000.00 toward the Improvement and Building Fund of. the Church. Heartily and diligently this Society entered upon its task, Teas and quiltings, a St, Patrick's Supper and a Sale of Goods were the principle means of raising the' splen- did sum of $1207.00. Of this. amount $675.00 is reserved for the Building Fund. No small mede of praise is due to the energetic president, Mrs. W. B. Brawley and her band of loyal workers for this fine .accomplishment. Mr Christie gave an informal re- port of the choir's activities 'during the past year, making particular men- tion of his work with the junior choir. The congregation deeply ap- preciates the faithfulness of the choir. dition to its regular Sunday sessions. Receipts for the year amounted to $132.00. The Young People's Society con- tinues its good work, the outstanding feature of the year being a member- ship contest which proved to be bership roll, recently carefully revis- quite stimulating. Mr. Arnold Vint ed, now presents an enrollment of gave splendid leadership throughout 688. the year and now retires in favour The Treasurer's statement was a of Mr• W. 13. McCool, fitting climax to this series of re - A report inadvertently omitted was ports- For local church purposes ap- that of the Baby Band, an acquisi- proximately $10700.00 have been rais- tion to the Wumen's Missionary Soc- ed. The congregation also subseri.b- iety, organized during the year and' -ed $3600 to the Missionary and Main - placed under the superintendency of tenance Fund. The report also indi- Mrs. L. C. Young and later Mrs. A. cated a normal balance in the Gen - J, Walker. This new member of our eral Fund for local church purposes. church family has an enrollment of Several expressed gratification at fifteen. ..these reports of the year's work and The Mission Banca maintains its re- 'spoke of the redecorating of the urer was $776.00. Mrs. W. H. Willis, Dr. Redmond, Clerk of the Session, stated that 21 new members have been received on profession of faith and by certificate and that . 15 . have: been removed by deaths. The mem putation as an aggressive institution reporting * a membership of 38 with an P �. 1 average attendance of 25. A skating party in March was sponsored by this group and proved to be a great suc- cess. $100.00 represents the amount sent by the band to the Treasury of Mission. Bands, Under the guiding hand of Mrs. W. F. Burgman and later of Mrs, Walter VanWyck and Mrs. J. O. Habkirk, a splendid work has been done_ Mrs. W. 13. Well -wood assumes the res.ponsiiblity of this work for the year 1930. Another group under the parental care of the Women's Missionary So- ciety is the Canadian Girls in Train- ing. Miss Velma Lennox submitted an interesting report of 24 meetings with an average attendance of 19 and a metnbersltip of 22. Receipts for the year amounted to $130.00. Mrs. S. Davison has charge of this group and Miss Mildred Redmond is the re-el- ected president. The Victory Mission Circle reports a year of fine acltievment. Ten reg- alar meetings were held at the homes of members and tk'ere well attended. Through the medium of fees, system- atic givings, special collections, trav- elogue and play, this organization sent to the Branch Treasurer the sum of $325.00. The Circle has 14 life members and 37 annual members. Mrs. Dr. Parker the retiring president assumes the position of honorary 'president, while Miss Blanche Ben- nett becomes the president for 1980. We are pleased to report another splendid year for the Woman's Mis- sionary Society, Twenty life inertr- bcrs and 88 annual members eonsti- tute the driving force of tliis Worthy enterprise. A Special feature of the year was a Birthday Banquet held on October 4th in honor of MMMiss Caro - rine Weltweed, Miss Rennie, presi- lent of London Conference Branch, was the guest speaker. A bale of quilts and -clothing was sent 16 an Indian Mission in the West, The a- mount - remitted to the Branch Treas- church resultieg in a beautiful edifice .in w=hich to worship, and of the splen- did beneficence of Mrs. A. E. Foth- ergill in presenting the congregati;rr• 'with its fine organ. The following officials were then elected to 'replace those now retiring: Members of Session—J. J. Kerr, J, I J. Moffatt, J. Pattison, Dr, A. J. Ir - twin, Dr. R. L. Stewart, H. E. Isard, Dr. R. C. Redmond, William Field. Committee of Stewards— W, 11 ' Brawley, B. ('ruicicshank, T. T. Field, 1. 1. French, W. A. Galbraith, W. ! J, Greer, Dr. A. J Irwin and '', A. Galbraith were re-elected auditors A ,quartette rendered by Messrs, I Davison, Gibson, Buchanan and Reav- ie, and a duett by Messrs. Buchanan ' and Gibson accompanied by Miss H. Brandon were well received. A hearty vote of thanks was tend- ered Rev, and Mrs. Davison for their efficient work during the year. A social gathering followed the business meeting, luncheon being ser vett by the Ladies' Aid Society. Ap- preeiation was expressed for the good things provided and the meeting was brought to a close by the pronounc- ing of the benediction by Rev. Davi- son, We look forward to the building of a Sunday School Hall, ,commencer- stent of Which will be ;made early in the spring. Hockey Gam The five hundred odd . spectators,. including a good representation fropi Lucknow, who wended their way to. the Arena Monday nit•ht, saw an ex citing and determinedly fought out: hockey battle. Both teams had con- siderable at stake, as a victory placed the winner on top of the heap in the District, and went into the fray con- scious of this fact, and also that they must play clean hockey. Referee: Thorndyke of Clinton handled ` the bell, and let it be known that rough play would bring . quick action. The players had due respect for this re.. feree's impartiality for he was master of the situation throughout. Both teams are evenly matched in size and speed and for the first per- iod neither side scored, although both, goalies had plenty to do. In the sec- ond period while Harold Mitchell took an enforced rest in the south. parlor, Alf. Lockridge wormed his way through the whole Sepoy team and beat Reid. with a fast close -in shot. In the final period McCoy heav- ed a long shot from the right blue lino which trickled past McGee's feet, and evened the score. It stood at this to the end. Then ten minute extra periods only demonstrated that the goalies :were better than the other players. The locals found the net three times, but the goals were not allowed, the bell: having rung for two off -sides, while on the other the goal umpire stated the puck did not enter the net but glanced off the post. Hockey is deservedly growing in popularity in Wingham this winter_ Larger crowds attend the games, and there seems evident a real desire to encourage the boys. Wingham Citizens' Band played acceptably during the evening and. shows continued improvement under the leadership of Mr. Hingston. The line-up was:— Lucknovi Goal, Reid, defence, ;Wilson and Henderson; centre, R. 'Thompson, wings, R. and A. Thomp- son; subs, Fisher-, McCoy and Agnew_ Wingham—Goal, McGee; defence, at Lockridge brothers;;,centre, Ross; wings, Brown and<Somers; subs, McIntyre, H. Mitchell and A. Mitch- ell. Referee-Thorndyke, of Clinton.` • " OBITUARY Dr, John A..Htttehinson Dr. John A. Hutchinson, Medical Officer of Health of Wcstnrouttt for 39 years, and one of the oldest prac- titioners of Montreal, is dead at his home, aged 77, llorn in 'Musquodo- bolt, N.S., Dr, lfuteltinson was edu- cated at. McGill and Edinburgh Uni- versities. He practiced at Bluevale and Winghatat, Ont., before going to ' Westntottttt. One son, John W. Hut- ehinsonY of Ottawa, and a sister, Mrs. . David Drysdale, of Mentreai, survive,, ISARD'S DOLLAR BARGAINS• Be here early Saturday morning for wonderful Dollar Bargains in our Ready -to -Wear Department, second Floor. ji Regular -3.BatRS Church VICTORIA STREET t Rev. E. Ferns ---Pastor, 11 a.m,—A Midnight Prayer Meeting Broken Up, 7 p.m,—The World Kingdom of our Lord. Have you any question re- garding the Scriptures or Spir- itual Problems in your life? We would be glad to answer either by mail or private interview; The Pastor, You Are ,Welcome, UNITED CHURCH WINGHAM SERMON SUBJECTS For SUNDAY EVENINGS Feb. 2, The Man With The F. Measuring Line. Feb. 9, 7."110 Man Who Came - Feb. 16.BThack,e Man Who Becar e Despondent. Feb. 23. The Man who Desert- ed The Ranks. Mar. 2. The Man who Refttsed To Go In. Mar, 9. The. Man WhoSl•e In Church. pt Mar, 16, The. Man Who Was E Missing. Mar 23. 'T Transfig- ured Matt of Transfig ured Features, ttlttt11t11ttt1loterttlt111111101011t1itt11tttttuitYi'f1Y'IY11u1YYbYtt"tiI 'e'