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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1931-06-11, Page 1Single Copies Five Cents., eseeesereseeesseeeeeemeeire 1!N+4Ni�; With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, TFIURSDAY, JUNE llth, 1931 .FARMERS. HOLD HOSPITAL CARNIVAL CROWD DISPELS SOCIAL EVENING DEPRESSION BOGEY -- $409.73 CLEARED A special meeting of the Farmers' Club was held in the Foresters' Hall, week, whena Bel ra a last week . social ev- eningv ening .was held in honor of R. J. Scott, the provincial president of the 'United Farmers of Ontario, There. 'was a good attendance of members .and their familiesP resent: and also :several' visitors from other clubs :nearby. The first part 9f the evening 'was spent in playing games—euchre, .checkers and crockinole. Following :this, a program with Stewart Proc- :ter as chairman, took place. The pro- gram consisted of: Opening number, 0 Canada, played by an orchestra ;from Wingham (this orchestra had been playing during the early even- ing also); the chairman's address, two more selections by the orches - are; reading, by Mrs. W. C. Scott; solo, Earle Anderson; violin solo; ,reading by Mrs. T. Forbes arches- :tral number; address by Geo. Spotton .M.P. for; North Huron; musical mem- 'ber by J. Bell and Charles Keating; Breading by Mrs. W. C. Scott; quer- 'tette, Mrs. Stewart Procter, Miss C. 'Coultes, J. M. Coultes and N. Keat- ing, ing their services, Moffat's Orchestra 'At this time Mr. and. Mrs. R. j, who donated music for an hour's free :Scott were called to theand latform dancing, The'Puddle Jumpers, who P Was. Oliver Anderson read an ad- donated music for the Old Time Dan- ce Competition, The High School and Public School who both contri- buted liberally to the programme, as well as many stores and individuals who worked either at selling tickets or in arranging theprogramme, and last but not least the ,Advance -Times and 10 B.P. for their hearty co-opera- tion. The Hard Time Parade, composed mostly of Public School Children If the largest crowd that ever pack- ed thel Arena rens may be taken:. as an indication there are no hard times in Huron and Bruce Counties, for it seemed as if a large part of the' popu- lation u-. P P lation of both centred at the Arena ori FridaynightHospital for the Hos ital Car- nival organized by the Wingham Chamber of Commerce Every mem- ber of the local Chamber of . Com- merce lent active or moral support and many others assisted in making the evening one of the grandest suc- cesses that has attended a commun- ity effort here in many a day. Be- fore 7.30 p.m, the crowd started to come and as the Hard Time Parade entered £he Arena at 7,45 p.m., a re- cord crowd taxed the services of sev- eral ticket sellers and seating capac- ity was at a premium: The Chamber of Commerce is deeply grateful to every one who as- sisted in making the evening a suc- cess and wish to particularly men- tion some of the local organizations who materially helped. as ,follows: the Arena Co., in donating the use of the Arena, The Citizens' Band in donat- 4elress to Mr. Scott and Mrs. Scott 'was presented with a bouquet of tu- :lips by little Beryl Anderson. Mr. •Scott replied in a few well-chosen 'words on behalf of himself and Mrs, Scott. The program was brought to is close by singing the National An- tthem. Lunch was served by the la - :dies and all enjoyed a social time. Field Crop Competition Ail entries for Field Crop Compe- tetion in Oats and Turnips should be made with the Secretary, W. J. Greer by Saturday next, June. lath. This is worth your attention as .splendid: cash prizes are given. :Presentation to Judge Holmes Judge Holmes left on Monday for Barrie to assume his new duties as 'county judge of Simcoe County, and on Saturday morning he was present- ed with a fine leather brief case at This office (the Crown Attorney's of- fice) in the Court House, by the court house officers and clerks, coun- ty officers and court officers. Mag- istrate Reid presided as chairman and „County Court Clerk R. Johnston. •made the presentation, and all those present expressed themsleves in re- gret at Judge Holmes' departure and ,of appreciation' of him in . hisrela- tionships during the past few years while he has held the office of Crown Attorney there. Judge Holmes then thanked all for their kindness in feel- ing words.. WINGHAM WINS FROM GODERICH Goderich, the old .rivals of Wing - ham, engaged the locals in the first home ` game of the Heron County League on Tuesday afternoon. A fair crowd was in attendance, The locals while this is their first year formost of them, put up a good game and with a little 'experience, will, make a strong bid for County honors. The score was close throughout, with Wingham always in the lead. The final score 6-5 for Wingham. The local team was composed of, 5. Waine, catcher; J. Tiffin, pitcher; Gi W. Howson, let base; N, Geddes, 2nd base; W Tiffin, shortstop; W. Led lett, 3rd base; W. McKibbon, K. Somers and McDonald, in the field., In the opening game at Hensall on Thursday last, the locals were defeat- ed by 13-4. was a scream and the ingenuity of the children in providing costumes forthe occasion augers well for the future prosperity .of this section of the Province. Baker's old car and Alex' Coutt's Clown'were head-lin- ers ead lin- »..:: ers and Alf Posliff again proved him- self an adept at handling a parade. Barney Hamilton made such a good clown that we think he, ought to change his name to Barnum. His stuffed monkey did everything but hold out the cup, Wingham Citizens' Band on their first public appearance this spring were a credit to the community. Our people should be more appreciative of such a splendid organization and we hope, on their next appearance, provided the occasion permits, that deserving plaudits will not be with- held. - The Children's dancing was a most popular item, the entries from Luck - now as well as Anne VanWyck and Kenneth 'Crawford from town, found an appreciative audience and pleased everyone. 'The Public School Drills and Choruses rivalled in popularity the skilled work of the older stu- dents from the High School in their interpretive dancing. The High School Boys and Girls demonstrated their ability to compete in sports with' the best in the Province. In the competitive Dancing shy couples waited for leadership to get started but after the first couple step- ped on the floor others quickly fol- lowed and the competition was keen, The nail driving contest and the potato race were effective novelty numbers. If the ladies who drove the nails are as good boosters as they were knockers during their event, they ought to receive honorary mem- berships in the Chamber of Com- coerce, A. H. Wilford, manager of the On- tario Business Revival Assoc, offic- ially opened his campaign for the Provincial -wide county Home Com- ing weeks and his speech was broad- cast over CFRB and 10 B,P., and is reproduced elsewhere in this paper. G1L:10=0=O I®1CfiO =0 p HOSPITAL BENEFIT FUND 11 Sponsored by Wingham Chamber of Commerce Kitchen Improvement Campaign Closes litre 16th. Your immediate subscription will. increase present surplus su£ p as ficient to add an Electric Refrigerator to the kitchen improvement: about forty dollars needed. r Full financial statement of campaign will be published as set p P resent improvements are completed. O Plans are now under way for organizing a district --wide cam- 11 ....p pangn to raise funds for the X -Ray Machine,' X -Ray Campaign Opens August 15th, C. P. Snaith Treasurer. E. S. Co eland, President. r P W. T. Booth, Secretary. 0 0 01 He was introduced by, the President of the local Chamber of Commerce, and on behalf of this organization, in recognition of his ability as an or- ganizer, and because he is a past pres- ident here, an honorary membership was presented to him. Dr. R. C. Redmond' made the Presentation, Mr. Wilford speaking immediately after,. Wilford Cruikshank, manager of 10 B.P. was present andbroadcast the programme. The Horse Shoe Tournament with H. J. McKay and Ed'. Small in charge was carried on throughout the pro- gramme and interested many players and spectators. The free dancing from 10 to 11 pm. and the Jitney dance from 11 to 1 p.m. were both highly successful. A number of spectators stayed till 12 o'clock and the best crowd ever pre- sent for re-sent:for the Jitney Dance patronized it :liberally. Walter Vanwyck, who was in charge of this part. of the pro- gramme, returned gross receipts of approximately sixty dollars. (Continued on page five) WEDDINGS Crawford - Brown A very lovely wedding took place in Woodstock at "Northcote", the home of Dr. and Mrs. J. J. Brown when their youngest • daughter, Mary Bernice, became the bride of Mr. John Harley Crawford of Wingham, son of Mr. and Mrs. 5. T. Crawford, of Brampton. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. R. W. Knowles, D.D., : of Woodstock. The beautiful dark eyed bride wearing her wedding gown of satin with rose point wed- ding veil, and leaning on her fath- er's arm, came down the broad stair- way, making a very lovely picture. She was preceded by her pretty bridesmaid, Miss Janet Haggart, ming blue ,organdy anda demure and graceful flower girl, Helen Brown, the bride's neice, in a Kate Greenaway frock embroidered net. The bride entered the drawing room which was fragrant with clusters of lilacs, roses and lily of the valley, to the strains" of the wedding march from Lohengrin played by Mrs. Wm. Aird of Montreal. The bridegroom was supported by Dr. Russell Mc- Gee of Toronto. ,Guests were received by Dr. and Mrs. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Crawford and Mrs. M. Ludington of. Montreal, grandmother of the bride. Assisting in the tea room was a bevy of pretty girls, including a group of the bride's classmates, who is a grad- uate of Toronto General Hospital; Misses Agnes Stewart, Marjory Shields, Jean Cooper, Jeep Clemens, Kathleen Bollingal, Dorothy Marcel- lus of Toronton, Misses Muriel New- ton, Florence Caverhill, Esther Mur- ray and Sadie McGee of Woodstock. The toast to the bride was pro- posed by Mr, E. W. Nesbittt,, felici- tating the bridegroom in a happy lit- tle speech, the latter responding on behalf of Mrs. Crawford, Many beautiful gifts were received from friends of the bride and bride- groom, Save On Groceries Choice Pineapple, 2 for 29c; Pure Lard per lb 15c; Fresh Almonds, per lb. 49c; 50c Rubber Door Mats 25c; Palmolive Soap, 4 for 25c, Sandwich Relish 23c New Pack Salmon 2 for 29c; Clover Honey 48c; 10 lbs. Corn Syrup 64c; Heinz Silver Onions 23c; Crepe Toilet Paper, 6 for 19c. King Bros, Sunday School Anniversary The Sunday School of the United Clinrch are holding their anniversary and Flower Day, on Sunday next, June 14th. In the morning a pag- eant will be presented "The Building of Ships," a fourteen -piece orchestra under the leadership of Mr, Frank Whitehouse of London, will be in attendance, Honored by Staff On Tuesday evening the staff of the Dominion Bank, paid :a pleasant surprise visit to the home of Mr. A. l?. 13ishop, late manager. Mr. Dean Scott acted as Spokesman., referring to in complimentary terms to the loy- alty of Mr. Bishop to the Bank, and of his generous consideration and in - members o retest in theb s f the staff. They presented Mr, Bishop with a ltatidonne leather brief case and Mrs. Bishop, a pair of sterling salt and pelnper s. CITIZENS' BAND TATTOO, JULY 22nd The Chamber of Commerce under the leadership of the Chairman of the Citizen's Band Co#nniittee, will stage a Band Tattoo on July 22nd. The names appearing below are those selected to 'shoulder the respon- sibility of the event, which after last year's experience,; will undoubtedly be a most successful affair. Mem- bers of committees" are asked tocom- mence a study of their work at once so that the best ideas , only will be acted upon when a meeting is called by the manager. Citizens of thed n 'tow n district a are asked to mark their calendars now 'so' that this date may be kept free for an event of unusual interest: Manager, H. Campbell; Publicity, E. S. Copeland; Treasurer, Dr.. Geo. Howson; Secretary, G. L. Baker. Committees Parade—A, Posliff, H. Garlick, A. Bishop, G. L. Brackenbury, O. Hab- kirk, A. Walker. Tickets -A. Loclsridge, O. Thomp- son, W. T. Booth, Dean Scott, H. Helwig, Frank Buerline. Grounds—Bert Porter, Joe Gam- ble, Dick Lloyd, T. A. Currie. Programme -.,H. Campbell, N. L. Fry, D. Benedict, G. A. Schatte, Dr. A. W. Irwin. Fireworks—Fred Fuller, W. Brew - ley, Frank Sturdy,' Dr. Colborne. Novelty—Walter VanWyck, T. A. Currie, Harry Gibson, Clare Adams, Andrew Mitchell, O. Moffatt. Parking and Police—W, Haney, J. Lockridge, A. J. Nortrop. Booths—H. Campbell, J. McMich- ael, A. Coutts, W. T. Burgman. Property—N. Fry, G. A. Schatte, J. W. McKibbon. Advertising -E. S. Copeland, Win. B. McCool, W. Cruikshank. Finance—Dr. Geo. Ross, Dr. Geo. Howson, C. P. Smith, G. L. Baker. Gate Keepers -Fred Fuller, C. R. Wilkinson, -Howat l Machan, -Harold Buchanan. Decoration—G.L. Baker, Geo. Wil- liams, J. McMichael, Geo. Olver. Farm Shoes The best Farm Shoes for Men and Women at Greer's Shoe Store. Pric- es $1.49 to $2.95. Great Bargains in Ladies' Garments 10 Navy Suits at $10.00; 2 Tweed Suits at $3.89; 3 Navy Suits at $5.00; 12 Silk Dresses at $3.79; 15 Canton Silk Dresses at $9.39; 6 only Spring Coats at $6.66; Silk Fugi Blouses at $3.49; Summer Flannel Coats at $8.75, King Bros. Robert Bowman Elected At an election held last week in Brussels for Reeve to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Alfred Baek- er, who had held the position for 10 years, Robert Bowman was success- ful, defeating his opponent, Fred Burchill, by 63 votes. Culross Residence Burned On Friday morning James McIn- nes' fine brick cottage on the 6th' concession Culross, near Teeswater, was destroyed by fire. The stove pipes had been on fire but this blaze had been quickly extinguished. While Mr. McInnes and his brother were talking for a few moments in the house a pian passing the farm drove in to tell then the roof •was all a- iflaze. Any ladders which they had were too short to reach the roof and thus the fire got a rapid start and although help quickly arrived the house could not be saved bet most of the furniture was saved. LOCAL MASONS ELECT OFFICERS At the regular meeting of Wing - ham, Lodge 286 AP. . 3.. A.M., held Tuesday evening last, in the Masonic Hall, the following officers were el- ected for the ensuing year: W. M. -W. Id, Phair, S. W,—J. McMichael,. 5. W.—G, D, 'Fowler. Chap,—A, J, Walker. Treas.—J. W. McKibbon. Seely—G. L. Baker. S. D.—T. A. Currie. 3, D.—W. T Booth. I. G.—A W. Irwin, Tyler—W. J. Elliott. 'Auditors—G. L. Brackenbury and O Thompson. Installation of officers will take place at the next regular Meeting on the rivet Tuesday of jelly. Subscriptions $2.00 Per Ye HURON COUNTY COUNCIL REDUCES TAX RATE ONE-HALF MILL AT JUNE SESSION Reduction of taxation in rural dis- tricts was thekeynote of many of ' the resolutions submitted to Huron County Council at the opening ses- sion on Tuesday afternoon. A heavy budget of correspondence was read and sent on to committees. In his address to the Council. War- den Beattie welcomed back Council- or Ritchie, who was ill during the December session, and mentioned the loss sustained in the death of Ex - warden A. E. Baeker' and Judge E. M. Lewis. He extended congratula- tions to Jtiuge D. E. Holmes and welcomed Judge Costello to the county. The warden delved into ,the salary cut and the situation in which it was left, when all but seven councillors accepted full pay after the council passed a resolution adopting the five per cent. reduction which it was thoroughly understood was to include the sessional pay of members of the council. In view of the uncertainty as to what council really meant no reduction were made the first three months of this year; but since April 15 per cent. had been deducted from the salaries of the clerk and treasur- er. One of the duties would be to clear up the uncertainty existing, de- clared the warden. Personally, he was opposed to the cut in sessional pay of members. The warden told the council that after some hesitancy and investiga- tion, he had given his assent to hold- ing Huron County Home Coming Week, July1 to 8. He had not com- mitted the county to any expense in connection therewith. He had communicated with Thom- as McMillan and George Spotton, members for North and South Hur- on, who had interviewed with Pre- mier Bennett regarding the return of $17,000, the residue of all the estate of William Scot, which he had be- queathed to the Minister of Finance of Canada to be used for the relief of desitute a-idows and orphans of soldiers. The Minister said he had no power to change the will but he would have the money earmarked for Huron County purposes. The warden asked the council to keep in mind next year the equaliza- tion of assessment, when the county would be revised. This is done ev- ery five years. Wednesday being the King's birth- day, the warden suggested that the.. council take a half holiday and visit all the institutions. Judge Costello, recently appointed judge of Huron County, was present and was welcomed by the warden, who invited him to address the coun- cil. Road Expenditures The total amount of the statement for good roads construction was, $139,543.70; among the items were: county roads superintendent, $5,297.- 23; road construction, $15,688.92; ur- ban improvement, $11,275.00; pur- chase of gravel pits, $672.75; bridge construction $2,782.37; maintenance and repair, $87,318,48; machinery, $12,857.69. Amount of grant, 50 per cent., or $67,946.27; expenses to roads super- intendents' conference, $33,95; am- ount of grant, 50 per cent„ $16.97; re- ceipts, $3,521.60; disallowed, $95.61; Marys Hospital, Kitchener, to visit total amount of grant, $67,953.24, Mrs. J. J. Kerr.The following items are disallow- Don't forget the Strawberry Festi- val at Wm. M. Anderson's, 12th line Wawanosli, on Friday evening, July 3rd, under the auspices of the Wing - ham United Church, Mrs. John Osier and little daugh- ter, Maxine, of Bothwell, spent last week at the home of her parents, Mr. and •Mrs. Eli Bolt, Turnberry. She was accompanied home by her par- ents and brother, Leslie, who visited at London, Ridgetown and other points before returning home. Mrs, T. A. MacLean, Miss Mac- Lean, Miss Sara MacLean of Wing ham, and Miss Dinsley of Detroit,' were guests at the Royal York Ho- tel last week and attended the grad- uation of Miss Agnes:, Frances Mac- Lean which took place at the Well- esley Hospital on Friday, June 5th. Win a Stromberg-Carlson Radio Free -ego to The Radio Shop who are lt'ottect' to rural and public schools authorized Stroniberg-Carlson deal- p,oi l for 1931 in the. County of. Huron for ers, and get an entry blank. All you equipment to which, under the have to do is write a successful an - Schools Act the county cottncil is re -1 swcr to the question "Why there is milted to raise an equivalent, is for :nothing .finer than a Strotnberg-Cavi- the public schools $1,$42,89 and for son." Full information will be given. separate schools $187,50. Piled'. No strings attached. Would Patrol Highway The following resolution was en- closed in a letter from Chas. C. Pil- grim, clerk of Varna: Moved by Jno. Ehue, seconded by Fenwick Stewart; "That the speed cop be asked topa- trol the Blue Water Highvvay be- tween e-tween Bayfield and Grand Bend on Saturdays and Sundays." Referred to Good Roads Committee. A communication from the county clerk advised that the following be- quests had been made to the coun- ty, and the Children's Aid Society: Col. Hoare, $200; W. McDougall, $500; The McKay Estate, $1,000. --- Sent Sent to executive committee. The goaler, J. B. Reynolds, report for the past six months showed 37 prisoners; theft, 6; intoxicated 6; va- grant 4; insane 3; fraud 3; selling liquor 3; robbery while armed 2; car- nal knowledge 2; forgery 2; assault 1; breaking.and entering 1; false pre- tences 1; rape 1; highways act 1; escaped from Bowrnanville, 1, Cost (Continued on page four) LOCAL AND PERSONAL Hair Cuts 25c at Habkirk's. Annual Picnic, Riversdale, June 24. The Hon.. Robert Weir spent the, week -end in town. Mr. Frank Moore of. Hamilton, is visiting at the home of his father, Miss Louise Thompson of Kitch- ener, spent the week -end at her home here. Mr. John Hopper of Thessalon, is spending a few days with relatives in town, The dance music from the Arena will be on the air 9.30 to 10.30 p.m. Thursday. Misses Vera and Marion Casemore visited with friends in Woodstock last week. Isard's Sale•of Hose. All Lines re- duced. See special full-fashioned Silk Hose at 79c. Station 10 B.F. presents Tony Farr and his popular dance band from 6,30 to 7.30 p.m. every Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kew of Victoria Harbor, spent the week -end at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. Kew, Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Terry, of Pas- eciena, Calif., visited last week at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Jack Ernest. Mr, and Mrs. 5. W. Duncan, of Owen Sound, spent the week -end at the hone of Mr. and Mrs. C, R. Copeland. Messrs. Robt. Deyell and Gordon Arde, also Miss Gertrude Deyell, vis- ited with friends at Owen Sound ov- er the week -end. We are pleased to report that Mrs. J, J. Kerr is rapidly recovering from her goitre operation and is expected home in a few days. Mrs. Charles Deyell and two dau- ghters, Betty Lou and Lois, of Owen Sound, are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Deyell for a few weeks. For Sale, new Orthophonic Vic- trola, regular price $115,00 for $35.00. Just the thing for a school. Console model, brand new, lots of volume. On Monday last Mr. J. J. Kerr with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Kerr, Mrs. L. E. Buckman and son, motored to St. cd: Auditor's deductions, superinten- dence, $48,95; auditor's deductions, maintenance, $46.66.—Referred to the Good Roads Committee. H. L. Cummings, secretary of the Select Committee on Municipal Act Revision, wrote, inviting councils and their officials to send suggestions for the proposed revision of the Munici- pal Act.—Referred to Legislative Committee, The auditor's report showing re- ceipts of $326,604:66 and:;pay.ments of $327,718.59 was referred to the fin - once committee. Letters from Mrs, A. E. Baeker, Brussels, and Mrs. J. A. Irwin and Dr. A. W. Irwin, acknowledging let- ters of condolence were received and. filed. A. H. U. Coiquhoun, Deputy Min- ister of Education, wrote informing council that the legislative grant ani - FINAL DRAFT OF CONFERENCE The final and revised .draft of the stationary committee of the London. Conference held at Chatham, was made on Tuesday as follows: Elgin—Corinth, T. E. Davies; Mal ahide, H. F. Kennedy; Richmond, R. E. Sou lecott; Springfield, C, E. Mor- ley; St, Thomas (St. Andrew's), B. Keith Love;'Yar.mouth Centre, D. A, Armstrong. Essex—Amherstburg, W. L. Hiles. Huron-Belgrave, A. M. Grant; Benmiller and . Smith's Hill, Byron Snell; Goderich (Victoria Street), F. W. Craik; Gorrie, G. W. Butt; Wrox- eter, W. W. Prudharn. Kent—Guilds, E. F. Chandler; Har- wich, H. E. Livingstone; Morpeth, W. A. Finlay; Romney and Glen- wood, W. J. Patten. Lambton—Burns, W. J. Maines; Calvary, H. G. Bandey; Forest, An- drew Lane; Oil City, W. P. E. James. Middlesex Caradoc; W. F. McKen- zie; Putnam, M. C. Tait; Wardsville, H. B. Parnaby. Oxforrd — Oxford, Blenheim and Gables, W. J. Raynes. Perth—Trowbridge, T. R. Turner. There was a brief discussion of the case of Albert Lott, of Brussels, the blind student, who was not ordained by conference. Announcement was made that his ordination had been postponed pending an appeal 'to the general council of the church. NO DECISION IN THE CONTEST Following the judges' reporting on the number of votes obtained by the different candidates in the subscrip- tion contest just closed, protests were dodged, and no decision was given as to the winners. Owing to these protests it was im- possible to come to a decision before this issue. The Advance -Times will do everything in their power to come to a decision that will be fair to each contestant. Foot Specialist At Greer's Shoe Store, June 23rd and 24th. Consultation on all . Foot troubles Free. New Trial for McNeil Brothers The Department of Justice at Tor- onto has ordered a re -trial for the McNeil brothers, charged with the bank robbery at the Bank of Nova Scotia, Brussels, to take, place this. week at the county, court before Judge Costello, the new county judge. G. L. T. Bull of North Bay is ap- pointed prosecutor for the crown.. Harriston Man Wins Suit Mr. Moses Brown attended Divirs izn Court at Dundalk on Thursday last as witness in a suit by Sant Ward of Harriston, against Sam Goldman, of Dundalk. The claim had. to do with a deal in furs and judge- ment was given against Goldman for the full amount of the claims and court costs and counsel fee. Mr. J. H. Shannon, Harriston, was solicitor for Ward and Mr. Gurofsky, of Tor- onto for Goldman. SHORT SESSION FOR BRUCE COUNCIL. The Bruce County Council sum- mer session proved to be one of the shortest ever -held by the councillors and the members aided somewhat itt rushing throu,ih the work and sav- ing the taxpayers some money. The county tax rate was made possible by charging the appropriation set at the January session for the high- ways committee, the interest to be paid to the bank forborrowings on the highway account, ' Previously these interest charges were taken care of out of the general fund, The highways committee, this year has half a mill or $14,000 less to spend than ; last year. Out of this reduced • appropriation the interest charges are to be :net, as the Gov. eminent subsidizes the county for one-half of the :honeys expended. The work thus will be cut some $83,- 000. The requirements of high sc110o18 arc about $4,000 tower than last year end there are savings in other depart- • ments. Reducing the Sure session from five to four days sitvedthe stint of $15:61, due to. nteptbo ^s' toll