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Home My WebLink AboutThe Huron Expositor, 1945-11-02, Page 1'1'7777 MghtY-Sintla Year 11111ole Ntunber 4064 • SEAFORTH, FRIDAY, 2119VEIVIBER,_ 2, 1945 OVERSEAS .SPLDIERS ARE 11011001iED BY FRIENDS IN „DUBLIN COUNTY LIBRARY ASSOCIATION ' MEETS AT BLYTH Representatives of Various Huron Libraries Her Inspector A. Mowat. INCLEMENT WEATHER • The October meeting of the Huron County Library Association was held in the Memorial HaIly, Blyth, on Fri- day evening, Oct, 26th, at 8 p.m. In spite of the inclement weather there was a very good turnout of re- presentatives from the various mem- ber libraries of the association and other interested persons. Mr. Aougvie, of Goderich, chair- man of the association, took charge of the meeting. Tie Rev. Hugh Wil- son, of bruseels, secretary, read the_ zainutes• of the last meeting which was held in Goderich on May 8th. • Mrs. Glenn Eckmier, the county librarian, gave a report of her work since August 1st when she took over the Huron County library. She alio gave a brief summary of statistics, showing the rapid growth of the or- ganization. In December, 1941, after the organization meeting the first unit of 16 books was delivered to the member libraries. " This number has gradually increased until 'now a unit consists of 100 books changed quar- terly. The circulation in 1942 was 5,074; in 1943, 12,966; in 1944, 18,003. Mrs. Eckmier mentioned how splen- didly the County Council has support- ed this organization in its growth, and also the Department of Education has been a great source of strength, ' both financially and otherwise. In 1942 the County Council gave a grant of $200.()0; in 1943, $300; in 1944, $600, and in 1945, $1,000. These grants are duplicated by the Depart.- ment of Education. There are now 16 member libraries using 17. units of books (Goderich Public Library using to units). Hen - sail and Seaforth Libraries were thanked for lists of suggested books seat in, and more were requested. Book jackets from recent additions to the collection were on display. Mr. Angus Mowat, inspector of public libraries for Ontario and veter- an of two world wars, was the spe- cial speaker for the 'everting. First, he congratulated the people of Huron •on having such .a lively organization, saying that Huron was the youngest Library Association and the -most ag- gressive or any in the Province, of which there are ten. He briefly spoke of his two weeks- stay in the county when he visited all the 22 libraries. He also stated his Plea- sure in meeting at that time the Warden, Mr. A: Alexander, of Grey Township, representative of the Fed- eration of Agriculture, the agricul- tural representative, Mr. Bain Stew- art, of Clinton, and. Mr. W. Cruick- shank, of radio station CKNX, Wing - ham. Mr. Mowat then went, on to speak of community life saying that the lib- rary was the key point from which informatidn could be gathered which would draw people together as a com- munity. He then went on to speak of the present-day problem of the re - (Continued on Page 5) • • RED CROSS NOTES October report: Hospital Supplies -35 English castboots, 13 pair py- jamas, 17 comfort bags, 4 bed so s. British Civilian Clothing -13 pa1s boys' shorts, 16 boys' jacket S; 3 boys' overcoats, 22 girls' vests, 2 boys' un- dershirts. Knitting -3 scarfs, 2 pairs gloves, 1 round -neck sweater, 1 girl's sweat- er, 8 pairs girls' stockings, 2 pairs leggings, 2 pairs mitts, 1 toe -cap. Quilting -3 returned, 3 made in work room, 9 donated, 3 tous donat- ed, 2 by-product, tops made. • Hold Rally Day Service The morning service at Firet Pres- byterian Church on Sunday last orals devoted to the children when ROY Day was beId. Mr. M. McKellar, the superintend- ient, led in the reading of the Scrip- ture and Miss Doris Pullman led in the Lord's Prayer. Miss Merlon Mas- -cm sting a. solo entitled, "0 Loving Father." During the service the following were presented with Certificates for repeating the shorter catechism: Gor- don McKindsey, Jame _MeKindseY and Ronald Rennie, At the i sable time the following received certifi- cates for repeating the primary tate thisna: Joan Aunter, Karen boric Stevens, Bobby Ithbert, 011bert Osbert, Donald Mellittatey, Ronald Muir, Bobby Scott, Robert. Stevens, Cordon MeltindSeY, James Moi Aey, Glom 141ton, Ronald ROM& and Olessit Staten: Bond Sales This Week Set New Record inHuron In Ninth Victory Loan • • • • • • • Bond Sales A telegram from th,e National War Finance Committee, Ottawa, received by The Expositor at noon pri Thursday, reports: "At half way mark in 9th Victory Loan Campaign, sales more than half national objective of $1,500,000,- 000. Sales for first nine days up to Wednesday night were $792,- 197,350, compared with $667,592,- 050 same point Eighth Loan. Wed- nesday' sales totalled $97,230,050, against $90,551000 same day last loan. • • • .. • • TO GO ON TRIAL FOR SEAFORTH ROBBERY Platten Brothers, of Toron- to, Indicted For Theft Of Creamery Safe. The greed jury Tuesday afternoon brought in an indictment of breaking, entering and theft of a safe at the Seaforth Creamery cin the night ef June 17th, against Dayton, Marvern and Charles Platten, brothers, of To- ronto, in the Supreme Court Tuesday afternoon. A true bill was also pre- sented against Marvern Platten on an additional charge of the theft of a car at Stratford belonging to W. A. AncTeer, of London. All three Plattens pleaded not guilty to the charge of breaking, en- tering and theft' at the Seaforth Creamery and the petit jury was em- panelled. Crown Attorney • D. E. Holmes is the prosecutor. Frank Don- nelly, K.C.. is appearing for Dayton and Marvern Platten, and W. A. Suth- erland for Charles Platten. • Charles Barber, manger of •tbe Seaforth Creamery, was the first win ness called in the robbery case. He identified two large crowbars and an axe which he had seen outside the creamery on the morning, of the reb- bery. The creamery had been brok- en into and the combination and handle knocked off the safe which he found, outside the building. The safe was light green in color and he said the strong box had been tampered with but not opened. Police giving . evidence described the condition of the safe. On Stine 16th or 17th Stratford police were notified by W. A. McTeee; of London, who was visiting in Stratford, that his Ford car, 81 F7 license was miss- ing. This car was later found at Paris with the bumper guards miss- ing and the luggage carrier sprung. Giving evidence were Chief of Po. lice Currie, of Seaforth; County Con- stable, Heiman Snell, Seafoith, and Acting Chief Alfred Day, of Strat- ford. Immediately after the conclusion of evidence for the Crown Wednesday afternoon in the trial of Dayton, Mar- ven and Charles Platten, W. A. Suth- erland, counsel for Charles Platten, moved for a dismissal because of in- sufficient evidence. Of the 18 Crown witnesses, he said, only one, Acting Chief Constable A. T. Day. of Strat- ford, had mentioned Charles Platten. The taking of a liquor permit from the car, said counsel, would not fix ncused as being present. The case is being tried by Mr. Jus- tice Wilson and an assize court jury at Goderich. Crown Attorney D. E. Holmes pointed out that the evidence show- ed that one of the .cars used on the night of the •robbery was bought by Dayton Platten in the name of Chas. Platten. The motion was dismissed, as was a similar motion by Frank Donnelly, on behalf of Dayton and Marven Plat - ten, and. the jury was recalled. Miss Margaret Quinn, 17, of Toron- to, was the first of .two witnesses called by Mr. Donnelly for the de- fence. She had known Dayton Plat - ten for seven or eight months; she testified. She said she met him on June 16th last at Sunnyside. He had returned with her to her home and played cars there. until 3 o'clock on the morning of:thenInn Her mother, Mrs. Mary Quinn, corroborated her daughter's evidence. (Continued on Page 8) • • • Anniversary At Brucefield, Anniversarervices were held at Brucefield United Church on Sunday, Oct, 28th, with large congregations Present. Rev. A. Sinclair, of Blyth, Was the guest speaker at the morn- ing serviee. Limit, Sam Rennie, of • London, Was the soloist. • The address hi the evening was de- livered by Rev. D..•MoTavisb, Calvary *United Chltreh, London. Miss Betty Moore; Seaforth, vat the soloist. The ehxiik, under the direction of tri. J. httirdosehr contriblited appro. Wats tidettienth Nine Townships and Five Towns Have Passed IFIalfd Way Mark; Blyth Still Leads With 126.95 Per Cent Subscribed. COUNTY SALES TO DATE 58.08 PER CENT. The first three days bond sales this week have set a new all-time record for this county. The total sales reported up to Wed- nesday night totalled ,$2,454,950, which is 58.08 per cent. of the county quota, and sale reports are still pour-. ing in. Quota To Date % Blyth $ 64,000' $81,250 126.95 E.. Wawanosh 97,000 91,800 94.63 Goderich Tp. 120,000 94,350 78.66 Wingham 265,000 167,600 63.24 Turnberry 108,000 53,300 49.35 Clinton • 249,000 174,900 70,24 Zurich & Hay , West 128,000 Usborne 142,000 Exeter 209,000 Stepheit En.st 93,000 Hullett 142,000 Seaforth 229,000 Brussels 104,000 Statile* 144,000 W. Wawanosh., 97,000 Colborne 93,000 Howick 314,000 Goderich Town 605,000 Hensall & Hay East 142,000 77,250 Tuckersmith 142,000 40,800 Ashfield 148 000 62,500 McKillop 142,000 Morris 133,000 Grey 167,000 65,000 Stephen West . 93,000 41,300 Air Schools ... 56,500 148,650 $4,226,500 2,454,950 115,150 89,700 120,850 37,150 91,400 122,250 37,400 53,550 51,650 65,450 210,350 257,400 89.96 63.16 57.82 39.94 64.30 53.38 36.00 37.19 53.24 70.37 66.99 42.50 54.40 28.73 4222 52,250 36.80 51,700 38.87 38.92 44.40 263.09 • 58.08 News of Blake Mr. Walter McBride held a success- ful sale 011 Thursday last. He and his family intend making their home in Exeter s.hortlY. We are sorry to •see them go, and we wish them suc- cess in •their new line of work, Mr. Paul Ducharme and family moved to their new home last week in Hay Township. They ivill be greatly missed in this community. • New Hospital Superintendent The board of Scott Memorial Hos- pital has appointed Miss Marion J. MacKinley, of Sarnia, who has re- cently completed her work in New- foundland and has returned to Can- ada,' as superintendent of Scott Mem- orial Hospital. Her duties Will cornmence on November 15th. • Bowling Club Bridge The lady bowlers sponsored a 'very delightful bridge party in the club house on Monday evening last, when fifty-two were present, The new fire - Place was put to the test and it prov- ed most satisfactory. The following were' the .prize wi ners: Men's first, Mr. C. P. Sills; ladies' first, Mrs. E. H. Close; trav- elling prize, Mrs. F. J. I3echely; con- solation, Mrs. H. E. Smith. A delightful lunch was served by the ladies,. The proceeds amounted to $13.00. • Wirigham C.P. Plant Burned Fire tore through the Canada Pack- ers mill in Winghem on Tuesday af- ternoon, practically gutting the in- terior. Only the very quick work on the part of the fire brigade kept the interior from being completely de- stroyed. The blaze travelled very quickly and when the firemen arrived dense smoke was issuing from all parts of the building. The tire started in the portion of the blinding which housed a Deisel engine 'which had not been in use since a fire occurred in this room two years ago. The engine had been sold and was being removed. Difficulty was being experienced in removing some of the bolts from the exhaust. Mr. Dave Murray was called and he was cutting them with his acetylene torch when the fife occurred. His machine was removed from the build- ing, but Wefts to check the fire were drIlb The building was greatly damaged, but as yet it is not known to what extent the • machinery was damaged. There was considerable stook which was either burned or damaged by water. This iricluded 1,500 bushels of wheat, 12 tons of oort, 1,600 biih els of oats, 1,200 bushels of barley ,and 20 tons of totteeutrates, Oldest Resident of Village, Jas. Jordan, Celebrates 89tti Birthday. NEWS OF • DUBLIN A group of friends and well-wishers assembled at Looby'S Hall, Dublin, on Friday night to welcome home two soldiers, Pte. Paul Giviin and Pte. Herbert Bsown, recently returned from overseas.An address was read by Mrs. A. M. Looby and presentation of a purse' of money was made byEwart Wilson and Frank Rowland. The honored guests expressed their thanks and appreciation at being hose again. • A social evening fold:Wed, the Ry- an -McQuaid orchestra supplying mus- ic for dancing. Luneh Was served .by a group of young people, • Observes 89th Birthday Mr. James Jordan, the oldest resi- dent -of Dublin, celebrated his 89th birthday quietly at his home on Mon- day. He is the last surviving mem- ber of his family. He was formerly Postmaster of Dublin and 'Munich:la] Clerk of the Township of Hibbert for a period of 30 years. He enjoys good health and is in full posSession of all his faculties. He has five sons: Lyle, Toronto; Joseph, Theodore and Jer- ome, Detroit, and Gerald, Sarnia; al- so ,five daughters,' Mother Jerome, Mother Evelyn and Mother Agatha, all members of the Ursuline Com- munity; Mrs. William J. Byrne and Mrs. Leo Bolger, Detroit. The members of the Junior Red Cross of Dublin Continuation School held a successful school dance in the parish hall on Monday night. The Bayfield Valley Five ,orchestra furn- ished the music. ' Mr: Gar. Smith underwent an oper- ation in Victoria Hospital, London. Mr. and Mrs. William Stapleton held a family reunion in honor of their son, Capt. Frank Stapleton, R.C. D.C.. who returned 'from ‚almost two years' service overseas last week. Pte. Kenneth Burns and Pte. Mien - eel Feeney arrived home from over- seas last week.- Pte, Burns is the eldest son of Mr. andn WC Daniel Burns, Hibbert Townsiiilin, and was wounded in action in Holland. Pte. Feeney is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Mack Feeney, Hibbert, .and has been overseas about three years, Rev. Dr. Ffoulkes attended the funeral pf Rev. Father Brennan, pas- tor of St. Marys, who died in St. Joseph' d Hospital, London, from in- juries to his spine, caused by a fall at his home. Personals: Dan -Molyneaux, Chica- go, with Mr, and Mrs. Thomas J. Molyneaux; Fit. Sgt. Charles Malone, Toronto, with Mrs. Malone and Mrs. (Continued en Page 5) ST. JAMES' PARISH ANNUAL AT-HOME Interesting Program Given in Separate School Hall Friday Evening. The annual "at home" of St...James' parish was held in the Separate School Hall on Friday evening. Mrs. William Hart opened the ,program with a few well-chosen words of wel- come to those present. The first number on the program was the school chorus, singing "0 Canada," A music selection, 'Blue Danube," was rendered by Miss Mary Margaret Cleary. Misses Joanne Mc- Millan and Mary Margaret Cleary gave a piano duet. A short sketch was presented by Mary Lou Sills, Loretto Maloney and Michael Laud- enbach. The junior class sang a Hallowe'en song. Miss Alice McIver gave a delightful piano selection. Mar- ion Laudenbach, Peggy Lou Matthews and Peggy Lou Ruston played parts ably in a sketch, 'lovely Lady." Miss Joanne McMillan played a musi- cal selection, "Sparkling Eyes," and Miss Josephine McIver, "Skating Waltz." "Money in Safekeeping," a play, 'was acted by Sandy McMillan, Gordon Rowland and Dorothy Enitert. An outstanding feature of the pro- gram was the award'of prizes to win- ners at the local fall fair. Those receiving prizes were: John Etue, Joan De Lafranier, Paul De Lafranier, Billy Eckert, Frances Eckert, Judy Eckert, Luke Sutherland, '•Bobby Rus- ton, Ruth Sills, Peggy Lon Matthews, Thresa King, Dorothy Eckert, Muriel King and Mary Lou Sills. Prizes were presented to the entrance pupils, Yvonne Bolton and Marie Fitzpatrick by- Mrs. Wm. Hart and. Mrs. C. P. Sills. A quiz contest follOwee, con- ducted by C. P. Sills. At, the conclusion of the program the chairman of the School Board, C. P. Sills, thanked the Siters of St. Joseph for their work aud co -opera - then with the Children. On behalf of thexpupile, Yvonne Bolton tera.clously thanked the pastor, Rev.' T. 15. Iii?us- sey, the Catholic Wonliiitini League and the parents for theftyfaltbful In- tereSt, Bingo, penny tales antlAtinek con, eluded, a very' enjoyable .6tening for all. • Bright' Clear Wea Augments Attenclanqe Lions Hallowe'en Frolic „33;',4,643'33V33,31ii?I' Therese C. Pfrimmer, Code- • • • • • • rich, Wins Major Prize, While Second and Fourth M.C.Wiriner Home _ Prizes Go - To Seaforth Capt. Frank Archibald, who returned from overseas last week on the Queen Elizabeth, ,is spending a few days at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Archibald, in Tuckersmith. Capt. Archibald enlisted in 1940 and went overseas the following November. He saw action ser- vice in France, Germany, Holland and' Belgium, and was through all the heavy fighting in Italy, where he was awarded the Military Cross with Bar.. Residents. •CHILDREN COMPETE IN SPORTS EVENTS Clear, bright weather on Wednes- day evening accounted for a much in- creased attendance at the 16th an- nau Hallowe'en frolic of the Seaforth Lions Club, held in the Palace Rink. The rink was crowded throughout the evening, and the crowd thorough- ly enjoyed the program of children's sports and the many profitable and interesting booths that were in oper- atron throughout tne evening. The night's frolic got under way when a parade of gaily costumed school children, led by the Seaforth Highlanders Band, formed on Main Street 'aricrritarcbed to the rink, . Dancing 'commenced in Cardno's Hall about midnight, and the hall was crowded with dancers until the 'final 'number. , Five valuable prizes, amounting to $300, were given in the draw which took place aboutmidnight. Therese ‘ C. Pfrimmer, of oderich, with tick- et No. 2725, was t e lucky winner of the first prize which was a chester- field suite. A 17 -jewel Bulova watch was the second prize and this went to Mrs., A. Hildebrand, of Seaforth. Third prize, a cedar chest, was won by Susan McGee, of Goderich, with ticket No, 6450. The 41 -piece chest of silver, which _constituted fourth prize, went to Pearn Louise McLean, of Seaforth, and the fifth prize, an electric iron, was won by Mrs. Wort - man, of Stratford, with ticket No. 2951. The special drawing for a ' new boys' or girls' C.C.M. bicycle was won by Ronnie Sills, of Seaforth. Sports events for children .were many and varied, with competition very keen'. • New Buildings • Mr. Basil Dunean has laid the foundation for his new residence on Victoria Street. The residences of W. G. Wright, on Goderich Street West, and Charles Reeves, on North Main Street, are nearing completion, Mille excava- tions have been made for the apart- ment house of Dr. E. A. McMaster on West William Street and the two residences to be erected by H. E. Smith on James Street, open site the hospital. • • Fear , Radio, press and pulpit say: This is a fear -filled world today; Men and nations don't seem to know Which is the way that we should go. The morning comes; the morning sun, Smiles on its way, tilt day is done, While we poor creatures of the earth Are filled with fear instead of mirth. There is a promise -well we know - While here we reap, while here we sow, That promise is, though hard your lot, An everlasting -"Fear ye not." When fear besets on every side, There's one sure cure, lean on your Guide; Though long the night, perhaps of sorrow; Wait, the clouds may be gone tomorrow. - JOHN BEATTIE • Constance News One Cent Sale -This week, Wed., Oct. 31; Thurs., Nov. 1st; Fri., Nov. 2nd; Sat., Nov. 3rd, At Keating's Pharmacy., Seaforth, Ont. Phone 28. W. M. S. Holds Thankoffering Constance W.M.S. held the autumn thankoffering meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 24th, at the home of Mrs. Aus- tin Dexter,. There were forty pres- ent. Mrs, Peter Lindsay was in the chair and opened the meeting with Psalm 100. There were a1 -few mom- ents of silent prayer, f5llowed by prayer by Mrs. Lindsay. The roll call was answered by a verse of Scripture. Mrs, George Addison and Mrs. David Millson gave a splendid report on the Sectional meeting held recently in Egmondville. A quart- ette, consisting of Mrs. William Brit- ton, Mrs. George 1VIcIlveain, Mrs. Wm. Dale and Montgomery sang' a very suitable selection entitled, "The Lord is Nigh," The guest speaker was, the new minister's wife, Mrs. Peeman, from Londesboro, and she spoke en the first missionary, John Gaddy, who travelled 20,000 miles In 10 months on his way to the New Hebriden She also read a chapter from second Cor- inthians. Mrs. Lindsay olOsed the meeting' With prayer, after Whit% a delightful lunehlWaS served. The pro- eeeds were over • '3 • • o • e PRESBYTERIAL W.M.S. HOLDS FALL RALLY Centre Section of Huron Presbyterial Meets in Egmondville Church. The annual autumn rally of the Centre Section of Huron Presbyterial, Women's Missionary Society, United Church of Canada, was held in the United Church, Egmondville, on Thursday, Oct. 18th. The morning session wasrattended -by a large and enthusiastic gather- ing with the Section President, Mrs. R. Lawson, presiding. Mrs. • Haugh and Mrs. Baird, of Brucefield, con- ducted the worship period, opening with a hymn and meditation based on Phil. 4:8-13. Mrs. A. W. Gardiner, Egmondville, welcotned the delegates and mem- bers. Mrs. Elgin McKinley, Goshen, replied. Mrs, James A. McGill, Clin- ton, was appointed secretary for .the day. The' following committees were ap- pointed: Courtesy and resolutions, Mrs. Hay, Mrs. Hazlerood, Walton; Mrs. McFarlane; finance, Mrs. Nott, Egmondville: Miss Wiltse, Clinton; nominations committee, Mrs. Burton, Clinton; Presbyterial finance, Miss Ferguson; delegate to conference ‚branch, 1946, Mrs. A. W. Gardiner, Egmondville; alternative, Mrs. Nott. The secretary called the roll of the auxiliaries. Most encouraging re- ports were presented, showing a de.., cided increase in every department. Mrs. R. A. Brook, Hensall, called tbe Miesien Band roll, and Miss Pearl Priddle, Goderich, gave the Baby Band's report. A letter from the, As- sociate Members' secretary, Mrs. L. Wightman, Wingham, brought greet- ings to the meeting. The offering was received anfl Mrs. Roe, Burns, led in prayer. The financial statement was pres- ented by the treasurer, Miss Maude Wiltse, Clinton, showing a slight de- crease in amount sent to Presbyter- ial treasurer for the first two quar- ters of the year, as compared with the same period last year. Mrs. E. Mills, of Walton, addressed the meeting on Temperance and Christian Citizenship, presenting a truly appalling summary of condi- tions existing today. Mrs. Pickard gave a resum*of the literature avail- able for • the study groups. Mrs, Hazlewood, Walton, closed the meet- ing with prayer and the gathering re- paired to the church rining room for dinner. Afternoon Session When the meeting reassembled, Mrs. Shannon and Mrs. Henderson, of Duff's, McKillop, led the worship service, using a hymn and meditation based 'on Mark 16:15-20. Completing the reports, Miss Toll, Walton, spoke of the Missionary Monthly and other publications, and Mrs. Kirkby gaVe a thought-provok- ing talk on Christian Stewardship, urging that all adopt the systematic giving plans. Throughout the meeting The Cru- sade for Christ was kept before the minds of the delegates, and a plea was made that all professing Chris- tian women live more nearly as they have done -to the great principles and teachings of Christ: Miss Betty Moore, of Egmondville, sang "A Little Bit of Love. " Miss Edith Clark, a missionary from Angola, Africa, who was intro- duced by Mrs. C. Tavener, Holmes - vine, Presbyterial president, follow- ing an address, was thanked in a motion by Mrs. Kirkby and Mrs. Pick- ard. She spoke of the growth of the church during her 20 years of service th ere. Mrs. G. 0. Burton, Clinton, led in prayer after the offering had been receiv ed. Mrs. Tavener led an open forum which was heartily entered intb by the entire gathering. An appeal for warm clothing was read from Rev. S. H. Soper, Muncey. Mrs. Hazlewood reported for the res- olutions and courtesy committee.lneV. C. Tavener, Holmesville, pronounced the benediction. • He siligrny): "I was certainly the biggest. fool in the World *hen I atk- ed yon to marry Me." She (sweetly): "Not the biggest, dkarest; 1 Rooted y•tv. Urgent Appeal is Made 1 Voluntary Red Cross Workers., NEWS OF HENSA The Orpheus Ladies' Choir, of Stratford, under the direction of 1renAC:;' Jocelyn, L.R.S.M., A.T.C.IYI., will pre- sent a concert in the HensallTown Hall on Monday evening, Nov. 12th, at 8.30 p.m. The choir consists of forty voicee and their work is versatile and' bona& to please the most discriminate lov- ers of music. The program will con- tain negro spirituals, patriotic songs, of various nations, Russian, Ukrain- ian, Flemish and Czecho-Slovakian music, along with many Popular and humorous airs. Miss Ruth Bradley, • celloist, and Miss Nora Borthwick, pianist, will be guest artists and wilt •• help to make this program one of the best for the season, This Choir is sponnored by the Hensall branch of the 'Red Cross Society. Tickets are now on sale and your loyal pat- , ronage is solicited. It is necessary tor another urgent appeal to be sent out for volunteer workers for Hensall Red Cross work rooms. A great deal of material is on hand waiting to be made up into garments and quotas must be filled. A regtiefst has come in for a large shipment of hospital linens ,for Chink and heart -breaking appeals for cloth- ing. Itt the misplaced personnel group alone, there are some 50,000 small children who do not know their, own names, or to what country they• belong. Such matters` present a great re- sponsibility to us who are so favor- ably situated in Canada to do all that we can to relieve the distress of so many unfortunate people in the areas visited by the war. We appreciate the fact that so many of our people have stood by nobly during the sin years of war, when our own inter- ests were in peril. But this extra ap- peal comes to us today to continue our worthy work to help the multi- tudes who cannot help themselves, and who must go on living io. their distress and misery, If nobody heede their call for help. The labors of the Red Cross are not by any means over, now that hos- tilities have ceased. It is quite pos- sible that timely, helpful service from this great organization toward the needy folk of all nations may prove one of the most effective nieans of preserving the peace for years to come. . The Henson Red Cross work rooms are open on Monday and Fridays of each week at 2 p.m. and you will be made welcome. If you are not able to go to the work rooms but can do sewing at home, please contact one of the, following ladies; Mrs. Logan, Mrs. McKaig, Mre. Alfred Clarke, Miss Buchanan, Mrs. Thomas Sher- ritt or the secretary, Miss Ellis, anal for the knitting, Mrs. W. 0, Goodwin. Miss Minnie 'Reid spent the week- end with Brucefield friends. Miss Ada Gramm, of Adrian, Mich., spent a few days last week 'with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Gramm. (Continued On Page 4) • BADMINTON B R E F The Badminton Club had a gala opening Monday evening, Oct. 29th, with a pot -luck supper, after which the annual meeting was held. We were pleased to welcome a number of new members. The newly -appointed executive is as follows; President, Torn Sills; vice, president, Bill Hart; secretary -treas- urer, Janet Cluff; auditors, Norma Jeffery and Rena Fennell; tourna- ment committee. Dick Box, Harold Free, Mrs. Hart, Gladys Earle; mem- bership committee, Rena Fennell, Norma Jeffrey, Jack Hotham, Clare Reith; social committee, Lillian Southgate, Audrey McGavin, Janie Moffat, Alice Reid; property comrein • tee, John MacKenzie; reporters, Doris McMillan, Frances Matthews. * * * The Club will get into full swing next Wednesday evening," Nov. 7th, with a round robin tournament. If you have never played haft/J.11ton and are interested in learning', Come out and try your hand (at no charge or obligation). Racquets are able to to those who wieh to make a start. * * Those Who have tett towelt• blott ing to the Baal:610On Clubi return them at Your ett.4106t ilkt#6*).• lenee. • 44 44 Everyone is WeleoillO to come sn* loin in the fun hott Wednesday 'Aug. 40,