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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1931-12-10, Page 1With Which is Amalgamated The Gerrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. "Ingle Copies Five Cents, :ELECTION AND INSTALLATION QF OFFICERS On Friday evening, Dec. 4 ;L.O„L. 'Nee '794, held their regular meeting, g. also election s 1 ttion and installation of off- icers, with the following o1 owing results: )'• W. M. --Theo. Robertson. 'D. M: -Wm. Henderson. .'Chaplain—Percy Hogg. p y 8'g' Rec. Sec, --W, T. Miller, Fin. See. -Joe Guest, Treasurer -J. Walton McKibben. :1st Lecturer—Will. Casemore. emote. :2nd Lecturer—Jno, McDonald. 'Committee—Dr.Stewart, Sam Tyn- e -dell, John .: Wilkinson, .Albert Sand- erson,'Robt, Gollcy. Tylers—Geo. Shrieley and Borden Jenkins. The newly elected officers were -Installed by M. W, Bra Robt. White, '.Fast Grand Master, of Alberta, after 'which Bro. , White gave an excellent saw/tees on the workings of the assoc- iation, which was appreciated . by all 4resent. Bro. Chas. Stewart, County Master . of .North Huron, spoke on -mite .work of the county. Bre, Allan Pattison also gave us some well chose -*n remark's. Lodge closed by singing "God Save the King.” LOCAL AND PERSONAL Christmas in two weeks - Shop Fatly — See- Greer's. Ad. Oliver Fells of London visited at leis horde her, over the week -end. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ford, of Han- over, spent Sunday with -friends in town. Miss Evelyn bepard, of Orange- wile spent the ',eek -end at her 'home' • dere. Mrs. Griffin of Patrick St., left last week for Washington,. where she will spend the winter. • A copy of the`new United Church TrIym,nary will solve 'that gift problem. G. Mason & Son. Conte to the Christmas Concert to 'be held in Glenannan School Thuts- sdays, December 17th. Messrs. Victor `Campbell'and R. q .;Wright, of Detroit, visited, friends-In town over,the week -end. Are your feet ready for the Win - ler? See the smart -new tailored Gay- eteCs at Greer's Shoe Store, Mr. and Mrs. 5. J. Moffatt spent --last week in Lonclo.n, visiting her f tlaughter, Mrs. A, J. Edgar. Mrs. Chester J and d Co elanean p and Russel, .of London, spent the -week-end with friends .in town. November and December Special :Sale of Hats, 75c, 98c and $1,98. Grier Grier, next to Brunswick Hotel. You will .be pleased with our stock. euf Christtnas`Cards, Come in and see 'our boxed assortments. G. Mason & mon. Why not give a Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pen. Wc.will engrave your 'mine iii 22k, gold free of charge. '1G. Mason & Son: Mr. Murray Sumner of Westauui- ester, and Miss Helen Summer of :Pond Milts have returned 'home after -visiting with Mr. and Mrs. J: E. Fells. Mrs, Morris Swanson returned tont:;. on Monday after a three weeks' 'visit with her parents in Blyth, re- ouperatin, from a recent operation s'for appendicitis. The Salvation Army will hold their :annual sale of work on Saturday af, ternoon, Dee. 18th, at 2;30 pee. Plain and fancy . sewing and homemade . eooking. Tea will be served. Every- ee welcome. , lPetition Being Circulated The ladies of the W, C. T. U. have tbeen engaged during the past week 'with a petition which will be present- ed to the Provincial Government re - (questing e -(questing therm to refrain from the sale of liquor during elm depression. APPOINTED ORGANIST AT MITCHELL tt is with regret that the citizens l of �W'ingham; and'especially the e mein- hers of the United Church, lose such a valued citizen as Mies Hazel Bran- Anti; who has been appointed organist .at. the United Church, Mitchell. A typo is a val- 'l 'lady of Miss Brandon s e a y YP trued 'asset'. to any community and or- •gatiization. For years she has been r r 1' the United IT'faithful w°o kc li 'CCliurclt, and the former Methodist "Church, and'dtiritiglier years of faith- #its work to Sunday School has had some splendid arclieetras. Miss Bran- 'den has 'been. a 'pupil of Pi;ofessor Andetton, and'is %Very.capable of her mew ttn?deetaki sg,' WINGHAM, ONTARIO, 'THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10th, 1931 (COUNTY COUNCIL HOLDS FINAL SESSION —OPPOSED TO SNOWPLOWS ON HIGHWAYS :1 he County Council opened its De- cember session on Tuesday afternoon in an inquisitive mood, and a lively session ensued, An' announcement by Warden Beattie in his opening re- marks that the administration. of jus- tice in the county during 1931 had cost $16,800, or $4,000 more than in any previous year, led to a' veritable volley, of questions, when thatorder of business was reached. Returns were asked for as to how much in fees the Crown Attorney and con- stables were getting, why police actin costs in ninny cases mounted to sev- eral dines more than the anlotnt of the fine, who recommended •and ap- pointed county constables and why, and so on. "There is an uneasiness among the people and we must dig into these things," said 'Reeve Henderson. "There is too much government from the top nowadays. .We fellows who are elected by the people haven't got a' thing to say." All through the discus•'sion it was evident that many members feel that the county council' has been stripped of much of its authority and is not coitsult.ed. About all it now has to deo is to sit back and pay the bills. The Provincial inspector of moth- ers' allowances for this, district was taken to task and charged with in- competency during discussion of a specific case. Echo of Robbery Trials. In opening Warden Beattie said the increased cost of justice admini- stration was due to the three bank robbery trials. The Warden said he had probed into the accounts and had been assured by the county judge, the audit board .and by the Attorney - General's` department that everything was ,in order. His 'Worship was of the opinion that council should seek to have legislation enacted to amend the act. Reeve Henderson—"Have you any suggestions to make?" Warden Beattic-.-"No, I have none just now. 'I am passing it on to coun-` cil so that members may think it av- er;" The Warden reported that the for- mer Crown Attorney, who ,had cont- muted his fees, received $400. to $500 a quarter. The new Crown Attorney, he said, had placed liiinself wholly an the fee system and as a result was receiving twice the amount per quar- ter of his predeceasor in office. The Warden , said, however, that he was satisfied more work was being done. Reeve Geiger—"He is' hired by bye Taw No. 2, by which the fees are corn - muted to $1,100. is he going- by that?" The Warden—"He claims to have the -option." Reeve McKibbon-"Let's get this thing clear. Is he working on the fee system or on, an agreed amount?" The Warden—"He is now working on the fee system all the way through." Reeve Henderson—"Tile sooner we put him on salary the better." The Warden—"We will not get the same results. The county solicitor as- sered me everything was all right. I have asked the treasurer for a state- ment and will present it tomorrow." (Continued on nage taro) SEVERELY CUT ' ABOUT THE FACE 1 About 5.30 on Friday afternoon a automobile accident occurred at th I corner of Victoria and Josephine sts. �whenMundy's truck, driven by Rus sell Tervitt,' was struck by a Dodg . sedan, drusen by 13 L. ccl.ut • young a a i Y g scan from near Teeswater. Mr. Beck ieg was following the truck dowi Josephine Street and when Mr: Ter - vitt made the turf,, was so close that it was' impossible to avoid the acci- dent. The truck door nearest the driver was' forced in and both door windows were smashed as well as the run - ming board.. The fenders, -headlights and radiator cif the sedan were also damaged. ' Mr. Tcrvitt when taken from the cab was in a septi -conscious condi- tion and was taken first to the hos- pital and then to/his home, where Dr. Colborne was called. Two bad gashes needed stitches to close the wounds; five in• one and four in the other. 'His' other .injuries were not of a; serious "nature. Charges were laidagainst the driv- er, of the sedan and his companion, and on Saturday were each fined $100 and costs. Browntown Christmas Tree Browntown Sunday School Christ- mas Tree and entertainment will be. n held Tuesday, Dec. 22nd. Further e particulars next week. Ladies' Aid Tea and Sale c The Ladies' Aid of St. Andrew's Presbyterian .Church- will,h olds Tea _ and Sale of Home --made Baking in t the basement of their church on Sat- urday afternoon, December 12th, sale to commence at 3 o'clock. Tea serv- cd from 3 to 5. Everybody wcicoane. Meeting of Women's institute The regular meeting of the Wo- melt's Institute will be held on Thurs- day afternoon, December 17th. Any of the ladies having old clothing or clothing they are not using, kindly bring it and it will be distributed where most needed. The hostesses' for this meeting are, Mrs. J.. Currie, Mrs. Geo. Wilson, Mrs, Dan Geddes and Mrs. Adam Johnston, Narriston !las Weather Man Harriston now boasts a weather prophet who may build up a reputa- tion to rival that of the late Mr. Bowes. His name is Jack Hillings- head and he predicts that there is an unfailing indication of deep snow this winter. He claims that the mus- krat houses are much higher than' -us-. ual this fall,: which means deep snow this winter and high water next spring. Iospital Auxiliary Euchre A progressive euchre was field by the Ladies' .Auxiliary to the General Hospital in thecouncil . chamber on Friday evening. Although there was a very small attendance, no doubt clue to the fact that there 'we re. so o many ot1er functions that evening, those present had a very enjoyable time: The lady's prize went to Mrs. Fowler, the gentleman's to Capt. W. J, Adams, and the special prize to Mr's. G. L. Baker, Following the ptsy refreshments were served. l: Special Offer of Roses In th,e interests of the members of the Horticultural Society, a list of roses with a special offer have been mailed to all. members. These Brit- ish :Columbia grown roses have been locally recommended. The Society is prepared to receive orders between now and December 10th for not less than 5 plants. Orders will come put up in individual lots and plants will cost around 20c each. Just' choose your order from the list and send it to the treasurer. Mr. W. A. Galbraith or to the Secretary,,M.rs. E. 3. Nash. Payment will be expected when deliv- ered, about May .1st, 1932. 10 MEN CALLED FROM WINGHAM Announcement of the calling of quotas of highway workers from a number of towns in Perth, Huron and Bruce counties was made known .last week' by Hon. J. D. Montieth, minis- ter of labor. Kincardine, St. Marys, Listowel, Mitchell, Seaford:, Clinton, \Vinghatn and Chesley will each be asked to send 1t7?unemployed man for highway work in Northern Ontario. In addition there will be five more .from Godei•ich, which town has al- ready sent 10 inen, and 10 from West- minster Township in Middlesex, this is a suburban township. Subscriptions $0.00 Per:. SALARY .BY-LAW NOT RESCINDED The regular monthly meeting of the; town council was a short session on Tuesday evening, ` All members were present, with Mayor Fells in the chair, The minutes of last meet- ing were read and approved. A communication was • received from Mount Forest, asking the town to join with them in requesting the C. N. R. and ,C. P. R. to improve their mail and passenger service, On motion of Couns. Wilkinson and Dav- idson, it was decided to concur with Mount Forest in their request. A communication was received fret the Department of Labor in- forming the council that ten men were being taken from Wingliam 'to work on the new Trans -Canada 'high- way. The town are to see that those who go have suitable clothing to .withstand the cold A physical ex- amination will be required of each scan.. .C.he Finance Committee- presented a number of accountsproperly cer- tified and recommended payment. On motion of Coups. :Elliott and McGil livray, the report was adopted. Coun. Davidson reported for the Cemetery committee that the new road in the cemetery had been level' ed and put into shape and is ready for gravelling. Colin. Wilkinson reported for the Fire Committee that at the call on Friday one of the wheels on the reel was smashed, but that it was repair- ed at once. Mayor Fells reported for the Street Connniltee that a number of trees should be cut down. One on Edward Street, in front of Mrs. Thompson's residence. There. are two in front of Miss Cocentry's, on Patrick street, and another at Mrs. C M. Griffin's on John Street. He'also reported that 12 catch bas- ins are in and covered for the storrn sewer. This work has been held up for want of covers. One block of 9- ipch tile was in and covered. Moved by Reeves McKibbon and. Ccun, Wilkinson, -tliitt th'e. Chanibcr- of Commerce be granted free use of the Hall on December 23rd. 7n accordance with his notice of. motion at the last council meeting, Reeve McKibben moved that sections 12 and 13 of By -Law No. 1014, be re;:cinded. Tliis is the by-law where- by the salaries were allowed for all members of the council, After the motion was read a silen- ce prevailed and with 'no one second- ing it the motion could not be dealt roust. '.Chis means that this year's council will receive their salary to do with as they see fit. The salary allowed for the Mayor is somewhat different from. that of the Council, as this has been paid for the past three years, not altogether for services as Mayor but rather as Supervisor of the street where previously a salary was paid. Captain On Furlough Captain Geo. Wright, who has been in charge of the Salvation Army here for sonie time, has gone on furlough. owing to ill health. Ensign Green- halgh and Lieut. Silver have taken charge of the work. Firemen Called for Chimney Blaze The firemen were summoned on Friday evening, just about six o'clock when there was a good stiff breeze blowing, to the home of John Fal- coner, Josephine street, north of Mc- Ienie bridge. Fortunately the fire was not of a serious nature, only a ELECTORS DECIDED ON A CHANGE -- EVERY NEW CANDIDATE WAS ELECTED On Monday, for'tire first time in ten years, the electors had practically a full slate for the municipal !election, and the prevailing spirit seemed to be egai " government." •=bnst the � vernin nt." Twelve nien were in the field, seven old members seeking re-election and five new ones, every new candidate being elecid, ,e The run for Mayor was expected to be close between Mayor Fells who A. J. Walker. Who was elected as member of the \\ ingliam Utilities Commission, on Monday. was seeking election for his seventh t:rni of office, and W. H. Willis, a former Mayor of the town. The re- sult was somewhat of a surprise, when Mr. Willis secured the' large majority of 223. Four years ago Mayor Fells and Mr. Willis were two of the candidates in a'three-cornered fight, in which the farmer secured a lazge majority, A, J. Walker's majority ov- er 175 0 - er Commissioner Holmes, who has held office since the Commission was forked twelve years ago, was also somewhat of a surprise, as this was also predicted to be li close contest. For the Council Garnet L. Baker, a new man, headed theolls,receiv- p Mg 66 votes over his nearest oppon- rent. Two other new men, Jas. Gil- mour and John W. Hanna, were el- ected along- with three old members, Fred L. Davidson, C. R. Wilkinson and. H. 13, Elliott. Those who will handle the muni- cipal affairs of the town for 1932 are: Mayor—W. H. Willis. Reeve—J, W. McKibbon (acct,). Council—G. L. 13aker, F. L. David- son, C. R. Wilkinson, J. Gilmour, B. 13 Elliott and J. W. Hanna Commissioners -A. J. Walker, and W. H. Gurney. Results of Elections For Mayor Wards 1 2 3 4 5 Fe 1 l 47 52 67 97 29-292 Willis 102 107 126 110 70-515 Majority for Willis —'223. For Commissioner Holmes -....48 57 73 91 37-306 Walker 97 96 118 113 57-481 Majority for Walker 175, For Council Baker 111 116 152 146 Davidson ,82 102 128 138 61-586 70-520 Wilkinson ... 94 105 128 135 55-517 Gilmour . 70 97 181 139 56-493 Elliott 95 96 105 133 58-487 Hanna ..... 79 91 92 110 48-420 Defeated: McGillivray 50 51 '76 '72 46-295 Tipling 33 28 46 43 16-166 Christmas Concert Mondae. evening, December 21st, a. eight o'clock, in Howick S. S. No. 1 I. �. agram of songs, dialogues, etc. Ad mission 15c, children under 12, free Engagement Announced EASTERN STAR ELECT OFFICERS A ar t' t Ar :meeting 0 the O. .S. Lodge ug £ t. .�. . held on Tuesday evening, Dec. 8th, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Worthy Matron—Mrs. J. A. Wil - Son. Worthy Patron—Mrs. T. I -I. Gib- son. Assoc. Patron—Mrs. W. S. Mitch- ell. Assoc. Patron—Dr. R. Stewart. S'ec't'.—Mrs. E. J. Nash. Treas.—Miss Mary Pattison. Conductress—Mrs, Donald Rae. Assoc. Conductress—Mrs. 0. Hab kirk. Trustee for 3 year tern—Mrs. A Taylor. Auditors—Mrs. (Dr.) Stewart, Mrs Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Mitchell an - o nnice the engagement of their se- cond daughter, ;Mary :Pearson, to Rev Janes Luxon Burgess, M.A., of South Kinl.oss,,younger son of Mr. and Mrs J. Burgess of Orono. The marriage to rake place quietly on December 25th. Coming to Belmore on December 18th A Three Act Comedy -Drama, en- titled, Yimmie Yonson's Yob, will be presented by the young people of Bel:ore• Presbyterian Sunday School in the Community Hall at Belmore on Friday evening, December 18th. A cast of all local talent includes, a ghost, a Swede, an Irish maid, a sec- retly married couple and an angry father, Admission 25 and 15 cents. BAND SERENADES NEW COUNCILLORS The Wingham Citizen's .Band wish to thank the Mayor, Commissioner and members of the newly elected Council for the generous treatment received on Monday everting, when the band serenaded the successful candidates. Due to the fact that the evening was so cold the instruments were so affected by frost that before all the councillors were serenaded the band chimney burning out. There was no t damage done, the blaze being con- fined to the chimney. • a tad to quit. The l3arid tenders its regrets to those who were unavoid- bly missed. rirtcr.ex-rith-Voltit'-`107000Wirerellet--,1-70-NtIGW#20-102e09 Community Christmas A Tree gond Co nee rrd Fun Subscribe Now! Help provide a Bag of Goodies for evey Child. A Christmas Concert for Everybody, TOWN HALL, WINGHAM DECEMBER CEMBER 2 3rc7.3 0 .iYl. No Admission Charge, Everybody Welcome. Expenses to be defrayed by public donations. Subscriptions received at both local Banks. Be' as generous asChristmas.i ou can, It is the spirit ofY l Auspices of the Chamber of C on1e1ce. 7. Campbell, Chairman in charge. The ,.. Chamber of Com,'met,ge is grateful to The - Advent eTtmes for the dgt,atton of this space. k - -�' . '. -AMA: • «.» `• -WwZ. '� loWf' �y ate. ,°.i� ,1,". `t";�'Tti' LADIES' AID OF ST. ANDREW'S ANNUAL MEETING, The annual meeting of the Ladies' Aid of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Churchwas held on Wednesday af- ternoonwhen the following offices•:;: were elected for the coming year. Hon. President—Mrs. 1', Lilildater„ President --Mrs, N. Fry, re-elected:, lst vice -Pres. --Miss M. Anderson, 2nd vice -Pres. --Mrs. A. Ford. 3rcl vice-Pres.—Mrs. J. Nicholson. 4th vice -Pres. ---Miss C. Ma1.3urney, Secretary -Mrs. J. 1r. Fells, re-el- ected. Treasurer—Mrs. ii.: Harrison, re elected. Flower Com, ---Mrs. G, Olver, Mrs„. H. C. MacLean and Mrs. A. Peebles: Collectors: Warcl I --Mrs, 3. 5, Elliott. Ward I1 -Mrs. 1. Harrison and Mrs. J. Nicholson. Ward III—Miss M. Weir. Ward IV ---Mrs. J. Thompson and Miss C. McBurney. Ward V—Mrs. P. L inklater. Meetings are held on the first Wed- nesday of each month. OBITUARY A deep gloom was cast over the community on Saturday when it be- came known that Jimmie Hayes, sou of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hayes of'De- troit, had passed away. ' Mrs...Hayes and children had come from Detroit the week before and were visiting with her parents, Mr .and Mrs. j. T. Prydges when the wee lad took sud- denly very ill. When medical aid was summoned it was decided to take him to London Meinorial Hospital for further treatment. However all that could be done failed to bring about a recovery and the lad who was only seventeen months old was taken to his heavenly home. Besides his sor- rowing panents, he is survived by hie twin sister, Jean. Much• sympathy is extended to the family in their time of sorrow. Many beautiful floral # a al tri- butes ..bear their silent message of love and sympathy. The funeral was. held Monday afternoon from the resi- dence of his grandparents to Brandon cemetery where interment took place_ Rev. Mr. Pocock, pastor of Trinity Anglican Church, Belgrave, officiated. Christmas Tree Entertainment The annual Christmas Tree under the auspices of Knox Presbyterian; church Sunday . Scheel, leigrave,' ttsall:: be held in Foresters' Hall, Tues.,.'13ec - 15th, at 8 o'clock. A good. program has been prepared. Everybody wel-' . conte. Admission, adults 25; child: - ren .10c. Fox, and Mrs. (Capt.) Adams. LOCATE LARGE STILL IN HURON The largest still ever to' be seized in Huron county was located this Saturday morning on the farm of Moses Bechler, Usborne township, 5 miles froth Hensall and Lechler was placed under arrest. Appearing in Police court at Gocl- trich later in the day 13echler was fiitecl! $500 and given one month in jl, or a total of nine months in de- fault of paying the fine. He took the timaie. In addition to locating the still the officers also secured 170 gallons of mash, six gallon jars and 66 quart bottles of the product, seven bags' of sugar and sufficient paraphernalia to fill a truck, Earlier in the week a shipment of liquor was seized at Niagara Falls and the trail led to the Huron coun- ty farm. The seizure was made by E. Moody, Excise Enforcement Officer of Toronto, who is himself a former Huron county boy and secretary of the. HuronBoys' Old f\ ti ' a S, aCtettt ri Y 0 of Toronto. The still was located above the kit- chen in the Bechlier home. hsech:ler claimed that he took no part in the manufacture but had rented the place to a ring of bootleggers. When the truck driver• was arrested in N.iag;tra Falls earlier in the week e Tetter writ- ten in 1 GeriTlan by BCCliler, eves found orf his person. Translated lit gave the iefornlation far which the officers were looking. The cqulpiment ersated consider- able interest as it stood ,oe a truck ill' front of the magistrate's office in Godeeieb, Canadian Club IVleetinge A meeting of the Men's and tilonr en's Canadian Club will be held in the council chamber on Friday evening, December 11th, at 8 o'clock. Dail McCowen, Naturalist of the Rockies, twill gime an illustrated talk on "The Land of the Assiniboinc". Those who had the privilege of hearing Mr, Mc Cowan last year will realize evhat a treat is in store for this Friday night. K. Pringle, Recordings Secretary. Acquaintance—"I went to the ex- hibition, and yours was the only pic- ture I could look, at." Artist—"Very :lice of you to say that." Aegean:tenet -- "` . is, too malty people were standing in front of the outer piCtnreel" MISSION BAND HOLD BIRTHDAY PARTY The members of the Mission Baud of the United Church, held a birthday party on Friday afternoon, for the purpose of raising a special offering for Missions, with a large attendance of ladies, as their guests, 'I'he- child- ren gave out little bags and each truest was to p11 a copper for well year of their age. The plan of course was very embarrassing; for some of the young ladies. The program was put on by the members n bl.rs of the band, and consisted of a chorus, readings, solos, duets and instrutnentels, which was very pleas- ingIiev. Mr. Davison gave a short talk to the boys and girls, after which the guests took their places at the tables, which were very daintily decorated, and the lunch was served by the girls. The gathering was brought to a con- clusion with prayer.