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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1954-05-07, Page 1t •3t NlnleteeFltth Year ;#mole Number 4545 It SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, FRIDAY, MAY 7, 1954 ame Dr.W.J. McCabe President of Huron Deanery Chapter Ilse spring meeting of the Huron ,deanery Ohapter of the Brother - of Anglican churchmen meet- ing in the Memorial Hall, Blyth, learned Dr. W. J. McCabe, Seaforth, president- 'Members were present Brom Wingham, Blyth, Auburn, God- erich, Clinton, Seaforth, Exeter. and Brussels. Following dinner, the president, Ile W. V. Roy, of Clinton, gave a trepert of the recent Diocesan an- nual meeting in Windsor which he attended, along with Mr. G. N. Dowker, of Goderich. Mr. Roy "stressed the growth of the Broth- erhood throughout the Church in Canada and the aid this organiza- tion will bring to the Church in Fears to come. Mr.. Roy introduced Mr. Fred M. Malls, of London, President of Fine papers, Ltd., the newly appointed Diocesan secretary, who held the interest of the group with a timely message in regard to Christian liv- ing in modern business. Rev. N. Knox, of Trivett Memorial Church, Exeter, also addressed the group, ,dealing with a recent tour of Eng- lish cathedrals, which proved very {interesting. After a 'short business meeting, the election of officers for the year 1954-55 resulted as follow's: past president, W. V. Roy, Clinton; pres- ident, Dr. W. J. McCabe, Seaforth; ffirst vice-president, H. Fuller, Wiingham• second vice-president, G. 1 . Dowker, Goderich; secretary, K. G. Bridle, Clinton; directors: O. Atkinson, Exeter, F. Clark, Auburn, R. J. McBride, Brussels, plus one :representative each to be appoint- ed from Bayfield and Corrie par - lathes, Rev. Dr. K. E. Taylor, of Gode- rich, thanked the retiring officers. Bev, N. Ellis, of Brussels, invited Oho Brotherhood to his parisih for the 'fall meeting, 'which offer was accepted. Mr. Roy thanked the mr®mrbers for their support through scut the past year, and the meeting 'Brae adjourned. Pian Ceremonies At New Huron County Home Announcement has been made that the laying of the cornerstone at the new Huron County Home. will take place on Wednesday af- ternoon, May 26, commencing at 2 pen. The stone will' be laid by Thomas Prede, M.L.A. Reeve R. B. Cousins, of Brussels, le chairman of Huron County Home Committee, while the secretary is A. H. Erskine, Goderich, Mrs. D.Ritchie Speaks To7� E o n dui lleWMS Mrs. D. 'Ritchie, Seaforth, was the guest speaker at a well -attend- ed Easter thankoffering meeting of the W.M.S., of Egmondville Unit- ed Church, held at the home of liifre. Mervin Nott on April 26. The (speaker contrasted the gloom and despair of Mary Magdalene at the Cross with the joy and realization of the living Christ on Easter. Mrs. E. Stephenson presided, and Mrs. G. AleGonigle was in charge of the devotional exercises, "What Does Easter Mean To You?" The -hymns, "Alas! and Did My Saviour Bleed" and "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross," w ere sung; Med- itations on the Cross, by Mrs. W. '. McMillan; Meditations on the Resurrection by MTs. James Hay, and "Easter is the Festival of Vic- ttorioue Living," Mrs. D. Stephen- son. ' A very complete report of the 1Piesbyterial, held in Northside Church, was presented by Mrs. M. Danny and -Mrs. E. Boyes. Mrs. E. Cameron and Mrs. A. Moore con- ducted a devotional period for the W.A. meeting. Mrs. E. Smith read poem, and Mrs. V. Lee sang a solo with guitar accompaniment. Further improvements will be made at the manse. Mrs. I. Hen- derson and Miss R. MacKenzie 'were appointed delegates to the W.A, meeting in Walton. Mrs. R.. McGonigle thanked the hostess. ileinch was served_ C.G.I.T. Meet Twenty-one Willing Workers and two leaders met in the vestry of Egmondville tilted Church Mon- day, 'Allay 3, for the C.G.I.T. meet- , with .Phyllis Hiusser presid- dng- "The Christian Mother" was Die theme of the -program and a talk by Miss R. MacKenzie. Helen Boyes read a poem. Donna Cowlan Tread the Virtuous Woman from Proverbs, chapter 81; hymn, "Hap- $py Home When God do T herre"; editation, Dorothy Beres; prayer, li]'aye Blue. Betty Lou MeLarnon told the story of Tommy, the In- dlan Boy on the Brantford Re- nerve, who became a doctor. The hymn, "Christ For the World," was Mag. Carol Hiusser led in prayer. A Bible quiz and Bible memory Work were conducted. Marilyn received the offering and Stara a'1 8 Forbes dedicated it, Peg- gy 2lleLeod read the minutes and Orel' Earl ,was answered by a way to honor mother. Mary McIntesh was On Charge of the contest. After a ibi►enn. praetice and _.: e, the meet- 1ng dosed with T: Mr;lrjoi1e I„pple and Ceram Nidi were Maoist+. Hensall Legion is Host to Zone Gathering Wednesday Legion members from branches throughout Zone 0-1 were in Hen - sell Wednesday- night for the spring zone meeting. The meeting was in charge of Zone Commander Doug Thorndyke, of Clinton, fol- lowing opening ceremonies by the Hensall' Branch, under President Don Dayman. Preceding the meeting proper, the branch representatives in a formal ceremony, laid a wreath on the Hensall War Memorial. Brus- sels Legion Band took part in the ceremony. Speaker for the evening was Group Captain W. W. Bean, Com- manding Officer of R:C.A.F. Sta- tion, Centralia. Others who were present and took part in the pro- gram were: District Commander Moving to Seaforth, Friends in McKillop HonorMr.,M zs.Da1 ton About 100 friends and neighbors gathered :at the school house in McKillop recently, to honor Mr, and Mrs. Carl Dalton and Walter Pratt, before their departure to their home in Seaforth. Progressive euchre was played during the evening,, followed by an address read by Rev. M. Thomas. 'Mr. and Mrs. Carl Dalton and Walter Pratt, Walton, Ont. Dear Friends: We deeply regret that you will shortly be leaving our community for your future resi- dence at Seaforth. We regret it, because you have proved your- selves to he such good neighbors, helpful in every worthy cause, and mindful of the welfare of all your neighbors. Your have helped to make our neighborhood friendly and co-operative. You will not be very far away from us, and we hope to see you often around the old familiar haunts. We could got let you go without giving you some tangible token of our affection. These friends who have gathered here tonight, there- fore, ask .you you to accept these gifts with our love and best wishes for a very happy future. — Your Friends of the 17th and Boundary. A duet by Barry and Norma Hoegy, accompanied by Mrs. Wes- ley Backwell, was enjoyed by ev- eryone, followed by a delicious lunch. Logan Council Awards Bridge, Drain Contracts Logan Council met on Monday" with all members presept, the Reeve presiding. Road accounts, amounting to $1,473:47, and gener- al accounts totalling $1,572,42, were orderedid. ubrick Bush - field The D s Bus field and Rhode Drain By -Laws were given their third reading and finally passed. The township as- sessor was authorized to attend the convention in Niagara Falls May 24, 25 and 26. The tender of Wm: Holley Con- struction, Durham, for $10,740.00,. was accepted for the Haehnel bridge. Robert Nicholson & Sons, R.R. 2, Monkton, were awarded the contracts for the North West Drain at '$16,200, Bushfield at $562, end the Rhode at $2,750. N. Schmidt, Newton, was awarded the Dubrick Drain contract at $1,170. The lia- bility and compensation insurance policy was renewed with F. Adair Campbell & Son, and the treasur- er's bond was renewed with J. F. •Prueter. By-laws refunding sur- plus monies at the credit of the Hunt and Linton Drains, were giv- en their 'first, second and third readings. Council having requested the De- partment of Highways for subsidy $76;500 to be spent on township roads in 1954, received approval for $70,000, and the road superintend- ent was instructed to govern him- self accordingly, The meeting ad- journed to meet again Monday. June 7, at 1 p.m. Fred &Brecht, of Durham; Bean Yungblutt,, GoderricJt, V.L.A.• W. Crawford and John Hills, London, Department of Veteran Altairs. Reeve A. W. Kerslake extended greetings on behalf of the village. During the evening a draw was held, one of the prizes being won by George Hays, of Seaforth. Hensall Branch of the Canadian Legion 469 met in the Legion Hall Monday night for their regular monthly meeting. President Don Dayman presided. The meeting dis- cussed plans for the zone rally held in Hensall Wednesday evening. During the course of the evening the branch honored Jack Tudor, prominent businessman. who 1e®t this week to take up residence in St. Marys, Comrade Tudor, as president, has been on the execu- tive since the branch was formed in 1947. He was presented with a smoker stand and an address was read by E. R. Shaddick. The pres- entation was made by Don Day - man. Following is the address: Dear Comrade Tudor: At an occasion such as this, our feelings are bound to be mixed. You, Comrade Tudor, are leaving us after loyal and con- tinuous good service. You take with you our earnest wishes tor your continued health, happiness and success.- We cannot pretend that we are happy to eee you leave us. No one is indispensable, but there are some people it is very difficult to do without, as,kI fear we are shortly going to discover. By your cheerfulness and natural friendliness, you have earned the respect of every one of us, and it is with a sense of real loss that we say "Au Revoir " On behalf of the Canadian Legion of the British Empire Service League, Hensall Branch No. 468, I have the great pleasure to present you with this small token of our esteem and affection — President, Don Dayman; Secretary -Treasurer, E. R. Shaddick. Hensall Auxiliary Approves $100 Grant At the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Canadian Legion meeting, *held in the Legion Hall Tuesday night, it was voted to give a donation of $100 to the local Recreation Com- mittee and $25 to the Scholarship Fund. President Mrs. S. Rennie was in charge of the meeting, and mentioned the rally to be held in Exeter on May 13. Accounts were read by the treasurer, Mrs.• D. Me- Kelvie. who also presented 'the fin- ancial statement. Thank -you letters were read from Mrs. W. O. Goodwin and Miss. Gladys Luker. iMrs. E. Davis re- ported for the sick committee. Mrs. Bertha Moir gave the recreation report, and Mrs. F. Beer mention- ed the recreation committee. Mrs. J. Hendersonto m won the mystery' ry prize. 'Memlbers intend sending a shower of cards to Mrs. Edna Jones, a patient in Clinton Hospi- tal. A period of bingo followed. Winners were Mrs. S. Dougall, Mrs. E. Davis, Mrs. B. Kyle, Mrs. R. Mc- Kenzie, Mrs. L. Sangster a d Mrs. 0. Mousseau. A delicious leach was served at the close by the social committee, convened by Mrs. B. Kyle. Fireside Group Holds 'Successful Afternoon Tea A tea, sponsored by the Fireside Group of First Presbyterian Church proved very successful on Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. E. A. McMaster. While the guests were being served, soft music was enjoyed. Mrs, E. A. McMaster. Mrs. D. Glenn Campbell and Mrs. W. J. Stuart received the guests at the door. Those serving were Mrs. James A. Murray, Mrs. John Card - no, Mrs. Hoelscher and Mrs. Clar- ence Dewar. Those pouring tea were Mrs. James F. Scott and Mrs. R. McFarlane. Some $30 was re- alized. The house was decorated with daffodils. Tuckersmith Council Adopts Brucellosis Control By -Law Tuckersmith Municipal Council met in the Town Hall, Seaforth, on Tuesday evening. All members were present, and Reeve Doig pre- sided. Council acknowledged receipt of approval from the Highways De- partment for an expenditure of $44,- 000 on roads and bridges in 1954, and also acknowledged receipt of a petition from Harold Jackson and Dale Nixon to have the Archi&ald Drain. repaired. The matter was referred to the engineer. Tenders for spraying roade for weed control were opened, from Jack Little, $5 per hour; J. R. Engeland, $6 per hour, and Fred Harburn, $4 per mile. The tender of Jack Little was accepted, sub- ject to approval of the Depart- ment. Upon receipt of a petition con- taining over two-thirds of signa- tures of Battle owners in the Muni- cipality, Council passed a by-law providing for Brucellosis Control and apikiifntI ent of the required flveeoan corn snittee will be made on May 21., The matter of passing a= tile drainage bylaw Wale again Plan First Bingo Friday, May 21 The opening Bingo In a ser- ies being planned by a commit- tee representing the Legion, Athletic Association and Arena Commission, will be held in the Arena on Friday, May 21. Details concerning prizes have not been worked out but will be announced shortly, of- ficials stated. As in pa,st years, the bingo series is being sponsored joint- ly by the three organizations. Stanley Federation of A. Opposes Daylight Time The April meeting of the Stanley Township Federation of Agricul- ture was held at the home of Alex MeBeath on Monday, with Anson McKinley, President, in charge. Directors present were Jack Scotchmer, Elgin Porter, Elmer Hayter, Gordon Johnston, Harvey Hayter and Wilmer Jones. The directors went on record as being opposed to Daylight Saving Time, and passed a resolution to canvass the township for siguatures against it, the resolution to be sent to the County Federation, re- questing it be done on a county basis and, if possible, Province - wide. No action was taken toward pay- ing a share in the county projec- tor, as there is one in the town- ship available when needed. The request of the Canadian Can- cer' Society was rejected, and Mr. J. C. Statton, President of Perth - Huron Division Unit, notified of decision. Huron Presbytery Meets In Hensall Church The Presbytery of Huron met in Hensall United Church Tuesday. Rev. C. C. Washington, of Auburn, was elected chairman for the year 1954-55. Rev. W. Parrott, of Credi- ton, was elected secretary, and Mr. J. Snider, of Goderich, elected treasurere Calls were sustained from Centralia to Rev. J. T. Clark; from Fordwich, to Rev. J. W. Hird, and from Blyth to Rev. W. N. Wat- son. The meeting adjourned to meet at the call of the chairman of Conference. A hearty vote of ap- preciation was extended to the minister, Rev. W. J. Rogers, and the officials of Hensall United Church, and ladies of the Evening Auxiliary; who catered for the din- ner. Walton Couple Are Married 55 Years Mr. and Mrs. Fred Miller quietly celebrated their 55th wedding an- niversary on Sunday at the home of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Ennis, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Holman, of Grand Valley• visited with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Johnston and Mr.- and Mrs. Harold Sellars, Miss Corrie Van Vliet, Kitchen- er, visited with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jan Van Vliet. Lundy McKay, of Clinton. visit- ed with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kirk- by. Hold Bazaar and Tea The Walton W.A. Group held a very successful bazaar and tea in the school room of Duff's United Church, Walton, on Wednesday at'- ternoon, April 28. Organ music by Mrs. Harvey Brown was enjoyed as the ladies assembled. Receiving the guests who attend- ed Were Mrs. M. Thomas and the president, Mrs. Ronald Bennett. Rev. M. Thomas opened the bazaar and welcomed the people. express- ing appreciation for the work done in the church by the ladies. A short program followed with Rev. M. Thomas acting as chairman. "0 Canada" was sting, after which the following numbers were enjoy- ed: reading, Mrs. Russel Barrows; solo, Mrs, Joseph Smith, Moncrieff, accompanied by Mrs. Allan Mc- Taggart; reading, Mrs. Alex Mann, Moncrieff; piano solo, Miss Donna. Smith: solo, Miss Marilyn John- ston, accompanied by Mrs 1i'trvey Brown; piano solo, Mrs. N,Wrlmer Cuthill; solo, Mrs. Harold Small - don, accompanied by Mrs. W. Cuth- ill; reading, MTs. Clifford Ritchie. At the baked goods table were Mrs. E. Dale, Mrs. D. Blair and Mrs. G. McArthur, while the home- made candy was in charge of Mrs. Nelson Marks and Mrs. Frank Kirkby. In charge of the long table of aprons and fancy articles were Mrs. Peter McDonald, Mrs. Frank Walters, Mrs. Lloyd Porter, Mrs. Walter Bewley, Mrs. Ernie Stev- ens, Mrs, William Bennett, Mrs. Silas Johnston and Mrs. Ian Will - bee. Mrs. James Clark was at the white elephant counter. The long table in the centre of the room was lovely with a white tablecloth, yellow and green decor- ations and large'.1iouquet of daffo- dils. ;At eaoh end of the table were Mrs. M. Thiemah and Mrs. Fern Patterson pouring tea. Among those assisting with the tea were Mrs. Herb Ttravls, Mrs. Ethel Hackwell, Mrs. Walter Broadfoot, Alias Bessie Davidson, Mrs. Robert Kirkby, Mrs. Ella Marshall and Mrs. Douglas );Sands. Treasurer for the afternoon was Mrs. Frank Birkby, who reported that the proceeds amounted to $185.00. • discussed and final decision will be made at the June meeting. The road superintendent was in st;fucted to purchase culverts re quired from the Pedlar People, and to have streets in Egmondville and Brucefieid treated with calcium chloride, Council joined the Huron County Municipal Association, and Instruct ed the Clerk to apply to the De- partment of -Public Works for sub- sidy on the Layton Drains. Upon application of Frank Rey nolds, Council will investigate the advisability of sonstruoting approx- imately 1,000 feet of new street ad- joining his property. Grants were made to the Brucefield Fire De- partment, $200; Scott 'Memorial Hospital; $26 Accounts passed included: Wlarb- icide, $140; spraying, $476; hoard talization, $130.50; fire protection $68; drain subsidy, $6.56; road account, $1,492.48; salary and al- lowance, $175; ;printing byviawa, $80; grants, $225; supplies. $16.15 membership fees, •15. Council adjourned to meet ,slime 1', at 8 p.m. Town Merchants Unite Efforts For `Bargain Days' Next Week Seaforth Council Agrees On Sewage Rental Rates Following a series of special meetings, agreement was reached by Seaforth Council on the manner in which debentures required for the proposed sewage system will be atmortiged and the rate of rental that will be charged persons avail- ing themselves of sewage service. The necessity of setting rates and of working out an amortigation program, arose when the Munici- pal Board informed the town con- sideration could not be given the sewage debenture by-law, already given two readings by the town, until sewage rental rates had been determined. SDHS Variety Show Is Popular Event That there is no lack of talent among students of Seaforth Dis- trict High School, was evident to the large audiences that saw the Variety- Show which was presented in the school auditorium on Friday and Saturday nights. The program opened with a ser- ies of dances, representative of var- ious countries. Taking part were Marion Hemingway, Isabel Lydiatt, Solang Vandenberge, Marilyn. Tay- lor, •Ruth Pinder, 'Libbie Habkitk, Rose Murray, Elizabeth McGavin, Vera Watson, Beryl McFarlane, Lena Miller, Helen Knight, Betty Axtman, Anna Steffler, Donna Riehl, Ruth Hemingway, Sheila McFadden, Nancy Spittal, Margar- et Hemberger and Elaine Dale. Doris Johnston, Betty Campbell, Joanne Beuermann, Helen Men - wain, Margaret Achilles, Muriel Dale, Marion Laudenbach, Barbara Hillis, Alice Christie and Mary Lou McLellan danced the Highland, Fling. Elaine Etue introduced the dancers. Boys contributed a tumbling and gymnastic display. Taking part were Jack McGavin, Jack Crozier, Don Dodds. Ron Johnston, David Adams, Joe and Ron Williams, Bill Dinsmore and Bill Litowsk4. Musical numbers were given by Doris Johnston on the xylophone; June and Audrey Hackwell, trum- pet duets, and Fred James, piano numbers. The Whippoorwills, in- cluding Ken Larone, Peter Spittal, Wayne Ellis and Fred James, con- tributed selections, Dora Ann Stin- son and Mary Dennis were accom- panists. Hugh Gorwill knew all and saw all in a mind-reading act, and the concluding number was° a one -act comedy,- "Are We Dressing," with Jim Axtman, Joyce Miller. Ruth Sills, Neil •McGavin. Margaret Stu- art, Bill Alcock, Hugh Gorwill and Marlene Austin. The audiences were welcomed by Principal L P. Plumsteel, and mas- ter, of ceremonies was Jim Flan- nigan, who is president of the Stu- dents' Council. Orange Lily Lodge Has 28th Birthday Party Orange Lily Lodge, L.O.B.A., marked its 24th birthday following its regular meeting Monday even- ing, when a social program was enjoyed. Guests were present from Clin- ton, Mitchell and Woodham. Win- ners at euchre were: lone hands, Erwin Andrews; most games, Tont O'Connell and consolation, Mrs, Hattie Burton, all of Clinton. in a draw on a gift donated by the Clinton lodge, Mrs. A. Hannah, of Woodham, was the winner, and Mrs. Ed, Boyce, Seaforth, was the winner of _t gift donated by the Mitchell lodge. Mrs. Tom O'Con- nell, Clinton, was bolder of the lucky cup, and Mrs. Keith Harri- son, Calgary, won a needlework picture. the draw for which was made by R. G. Parke. A lunch was served, convened by Mrs. Wm. Miller, and during lunch piano music was contributed by Miss Gladys Collins. , The basis of rental as determin- ed by Council provides for: (a) a charge of 15 cents a foot frontage on all property abutting a sewage line, with a surcharge of 25 cents a foot of (building in, the case of business properties, plus (b) an amount equivalent to the 'amount expended by a ratepayer for water; plus (c) a mill rate sufficient to provide for the remaining cost of operation, and to be applied against the amortigation of the deben- tures. Total estimated annual costs. are $8,560 which, it is suggested, will require a four -mill general levy to meet. It is expected before Municipal Board approval is received, the board will sit here to provide an opportunity of hearing all sides of the question. The decision to recommend the rental arrangement as outlined for inclusion in the by-law, was taken in a recorded vote. Members of the sewage committee of council are H. H. Leslie, chairman, B. F. Christie, K. Sharp and Mayor E. A. McMaster. Special Services Mark Visit of Mission Here Sunday evening St. James' Church was filled to capacity on the occasion of the visit of ,Father Moore and the Statue of•iOur Lady of Fatima. Father Moore wee accompanied from Clinton Sunday evening by a motorcade and was met by a simi- lar one at Egmondville from St. James' parish about 7:30 o'clock, which proceeded to St. James' Church. Upon arrival, a procession. was formed by the school children, the Sodality and the Holy Name men, who formed a guard of honor. Gayle Nicholson carriers the Rosary on a white cushion, ailed Catherine Phillips carried „the Crown on a blue cushion. Crowning of Our Lady of Fatima was by Father E. P. Weber, Services included the rosary, ser- mon by Father Moore, and Benedic- tion, closing with the veneration of Our Lady of Fatima. On Tuesday evening Father Moore proceeded with the statue by motorcade to St. Columba n. Father Moore, of the Scarboro Foreign Mission, Scarboro Bluffs, has been travelling for six years on this particular mission. He has covered over 150.000 miles by land, sea and air. • Bargain Days, which .proved so popular in Seaforth on two occa- sions last year, return again next week for three days. Over 50 local merchants will dis- play Bargain Day banners in their business establishments May 13, 14 and 15. During the three days of the sale, lucky customer tickets will be handed out, one ticket for every dollar of purchase. These tickets, entitling the eight lucky holders to eight cash prizes, will be available only at the stores dis- playing the Bargain Day banners. In addition 'to offering a lucky ticket premium on every dollar of purchase, many merchants are fea- turing special Bargain Day sale items during the Sale's three days. On Page 6 of this issue of The Expositor is a half page advertise- ment announcing Seaforth Bargain Days, a list of merchants partici- pating, how lucky' customer tickets may be "obtained, cash prizes,dur- ing the Sale, and ocplete adds- Lionel information on Seaforth's shopping festival of ire season. The eight Ricky customer tick- ets for cash prizes will be drawn en May 17. Winners of the prizes prizes will be announced in the May 21 issue of The Expositor. Stratford Violinists Guests At Northside "The Ministry of Music" will be the theme of the evening 'service at Northside United Church when violinists front the studio of Ed- ward Osca.pella, A,R,C.T., wit! assist. After the service they will present a Sacred Recital in the church school room. Mr. Oscapella and his violin group won distinction at the Ki- w'anis Music Festival held in Stret- ford early in March of this year. Mr, and Mrs. Oscapella are teach- ers of both viola and violin. Hensall Businessman Removes To St. Marys Jack Tudor, Hensel', business- man, who has conducted a dry goods and ladies' ready-to-wear business here for the past live years, has purchased a similar bus- iness in St. Marys and left for that telen with his wife and little son, David, on Wednesday. Interested and active in the wel- fare of the community, he will be much :missed in the village. He is a past president of the Hensall Branch of the Canadian Legion, a member of the executive since the branch was formed in 1947; former- ly vice -'president of the new Kins- men Club; member of Chamber of Commerce, school board trustee, assistant superintendent of the United Church Sunday School for three years, Sunday School teach- er, and member of the Board of Stewards. The best wishes of the many friends oP Mr. and Mrs. Tudor and David go with them in their new home. Legion Auxiliary To Cater For Banquet The regular meeting of the Sea - forth Ladies' Auxiliary was held In the Legion rooms Wednesday eve- ning, ween 27 members answered the roll call- The minutes of the previous meeting were adopted as read. The financial report was read by the treasurer. Correspondence included thank -you notes from Mrs. Barbara Scott, Mrs. Jessome and Mrs. Chesney of the Cancer Socie- ty, also the Scholarship Fund. Preparation was made for the banquet which will'tbe held in the Community- Hall next Wednesday, in honor of the Hockey Clubs and for which the auxiliary is catering. The mystery box was won by Mrs. A. Muir. The meeting closed in the usual manner. Lunch was served. London Council C.W.L. To Meet in Chatham The London Diocesan Council of the Catholic Women's League of Canada will open their 34th an- nual Diocesan Convention in Chat- ham, Ont.. on May 16, 17 and 18. "Mary, Queen of Apostles" is The theme of the convention, and the deliberations of the convention will be held under the guidance or the Diocesan Director, Major the Rev. J. L Hennessey-. the diocesan pres- ident. Mrs. Mel Walters will pre- side over the convention confer- ences. The Civic Action Commit- tee of Chatham is in charge of arrangements. Rt. Rev, W. Bourdeau. D.P.. P P., of St. Josephs. Ont.. will. cmirluct a Eucharist Holy Hour of Adoration in St. Joseph's Church at. 7 p.m. Celebrant of Benediction will he Rev. J. L. Hennessey, with Rev. J. A. Schwemler, P.P.. Director of Civic Action Committee of Chat- ham, as Deacon. and Rev. F, A. Dostal, S.J., as Sub -Deacon. The convention chairman. Miss Ella Downey. also chairman of the Civic Action ' Committee of Chat- ham. will preside at the civic re- ception being held at 8:15 p.ni.'Ihe National Director. The Most.Rev. William J. Smith, Bishop of Pem- brolce, will be guest speaker at the convention dinner, Staffa Women's Institute Name New Officers for 1954 The annual meeting of Staffa Women's institute was held Wed- nesday afternoon. Mrs. T. 'Laing presided, The meeting opened with singing the Institute Ode and re- peating the Mary Stewart Collect. The roll call was answered with payment of membership fees. The motto, "We must not be afraid of change, it is the essence of life," wa.s very ably dealt with by Mrs. A. Keret). Mrs. T. L2 Scott gave a fine paper entitled, "Woman's Chief Fault. Called Hesitation." The reports of the standing committees were then given. A slate of officers for the com- ing year was presented by Mrs. Lloyd Miller as follows: president, Mrs. T. Laing; 'first vice-president, Mrs. W. .Glanville; second vice- president, Mrs. L. Miller; sec•re- tary., Vera Hambly; assistants, Mrs. Carter Kerslake, Mrs. G. Ag- ar; treasurer, Mrs. Henry --Har- burn; pianists, Mrs. Ruby Reed and Mrs. Harburn. Directors: .Mrs, R. MacDonald. Mrs. G. Hoggarth, Mrs. C. Dole - man, Mrs, M. Dow; district direc- tor, Mrs. R. MacDonald; auditors, Mrs. G. Agar and Mrs. R. D. Sad- ler; delegates to district annual, Mrs. F. Glossop and Mrs. C. Cole- man; press reporter, Mrs. M. Houghton; flower committee, Mrs. M. Houghton and Mrs, T. L. Scott( convenefe of the standing eomzeit- tees : agriculture and 0and1an in- dustries, ndustries, Mrs. J. Butson; citizen- ship and education, Mrs, G. Agar; historical research and eurrent W- ens, M'r's. Glanville; home exon Moes* l3rR►a; $2,50-, a year Miscellaneouus S+howt r Honors Bride - A miscellaneous shower was 3 held Tuesday evening in honor ;ot' Miss Elaine Eyeball, at the 'home of Mr. and Mrs. Garnet.Dalry'yple., Miss Lila Dalrymple, Mrs,, Derele Taylor and Miss Gwen 'Britton were . hostesses. The evening was spent playing games and contests. Mrs, ,Allno Knight read an address, Atter, which the bride -elect was present --. ed with a gaily decorated baas✓.'ket- ful of useful gifts. After Mid' Upshall had thanked everyone for their gifts, the hostess served a delicious lunch. There were about 55 friends and neighbors present. Advance Plans for Hensall Fiddlers Meet Hensall Chamber of Commerce Old -Time Fiddlers' Contest com- mittee met in the Town Sail, Mtn day to iron out details concerning the annual Western Ontario's orig- inal toddlers' contest being 'held Friday, June 4. Few changes were made in the prize list, but a new scoring system was agreed on. This will facilitate judging and give the contestant a clear picture of his marks. Now in its sixth year, the contest has grown to such an extent that the committee s giving consideration to the pos- sibility of a two -night contest next year. The judges have been select- ed elected and a dance after the contest rill be held in the Town Hall. The committee was very pleased to receive a handsome trophy, which will be put up for annual competition for the grand chem* pion, the winner to receive a re- plica, The winner's name will be engraved on the original trophy. Hensall Council Seeks New Municipal Dump The regular meeting of Hensall Council was held Monday evening n the council chamber with all members present. Reeve Kersihke presided. When E. R. Davis re- ported having trouble getting a place to dump garbage, consider- able discussion took place; as re- gards purchasing a bump gro'nnd. Property committee is to look into he matter. Mr. Davis also report- ed concerning Nees and the clean - ng of the streets. Clerk J. A. Paterson reported ex arrears as being $643.34 for 953 and prepayments for 1954 as being $3,340. When he reported (lily fleetdog downers had secur- ed tags, he was instructed to in- 'ert a notice in The Huron E•.- osi- or and the Exeter Times -Advocate. Motions adopted included: Parke nil .Jones: That the tax collector be instructed to hand in the tax ollector's roll for 1953 with a to - al arrears or $643.34 as being un- .ellected. and return the arrears o the county treasurer for collec- ion. Parke and Luker: That we nst•uet t he pelicern an to collect he dog tax at once, also notify the wners to keep their dogs tied up. Correspondence was read as fol - ow -s: Shaddick, Kyle S Littlere aintine the Hall: Receiver-Gener- il:'"Townships of Tuckersmith and Hay; Bell Telephone; Bickle-Sea- 'rnve Ltd.; Canadian Trailer Coach lssociation ; Community Planning •association of Canada; South Hur- on District High School; G, C. eardiner, Department of Highways; Ontario Municipal Association, Town and Village Association; As- rociation of Mayors and Reeves; Huron Municipal Officers' Associa- tion, and re Debentures Depart- ment of Municipal Affairs; Ontario Municipal Boar'l; Midland Securi- ties Co. ---same considered and fil- ed, Hoy and Jones: That we join the Association of Mayors and Reeves again this year. Bills and accounts approved for payment included: Hensall P.U.C., Hydro. water, Hall, $20.38; P. L. McNaughton, tractor insurance, 844.96; 0. Twitchell, supplies, 858.10: Association of Mayors and Reeves. membership, $10: Huron County Municipal Officers' Associa- tion, membership, $15; J. A. Pater- son, salary, $18.33: Receiver Gen- eral. income tax, $3.10; E. R. Dav- is. salary. $196.90: Bell Telepbone, services, $18.10: W. B. Cross, ex- penses. Palmerston. $12:90; E. Munn, labor, streets, $37.50; Bickle- Seagrave Ltd., supplies, $401.50; W. Lee, meals, transients, $4.26;: M. A. Parker, meals, transients, 85c; J. Bengough, supplies, F.D., $26; T. C. Joynt & Son. supplies, F.D., $23. Total, $1,056.87. ByLaw 7, 1954, fee for the ga90- line driven water pump was given neressar' readings, Clerk Paterson reported concern- ing water pumping arrears and was instructed to again bill the de- linquents. Jones and Parke: That By -Law 8, 1954, borrowing the sum of $30,000 for the installation of artificial lee be given first and second readings. Reeve Kerslake reported a request from the Units ed Church, asking that the pave- ment be extended on King Sj..rto provide better parking facilities. The report was filed. The garbage collection will itis held on,May lay 18, if a suitable dwflp can be Berra omics and health, Mrs. R. Smale; community activities and public relations. Mrs. John Wallace; reso- lutions, Mrs. C. Bowman. The meeting closed with singing the national anthem. ,Mr. and Mrs. John Vesper, of Mitchell, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Allen on Friday. Mrs. Christina. McKellar. of Mit- chell, called on friends in the vil- lage on Friday-. :Mrs. M. Houghton, Billie and Linda. Houghton visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Laverne Rose. Mr. and Mrs. Ferg ,McKellar and two. sons visited over the weekend with Mr, and Mrs. Lin McKellar. Mrs. William Sillery and Mrs. Archie Morgan called on friends in the village on Monday evening. Pte. Alex Walker and Ronald Philpot, of Ipperwash, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Otto Walker and fam- ily over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs, Reg Stagg, of Exe- ter, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Rosa Houghton on Sunday. TSI Hold Wiener Roast The Young Peopl(Ate Societe met on Sunday evening in the basement of the church. Anita Soradahl pre- sided. Shirley Wallace read the scripture lesson, followed with prayer by Rev. R. Duncanson, A poem was road by Wilma Harper. Alice Sorsdahl gave the life history of Miss Agnes Hyslop and her work in India as a missionary. Plans were' wade to have a wiener roast in the near future. Rev. R. Dun- canson pronounced the beneddotion. Son: "What's (puppy lovet" Father: "Just a prelude to dog's Ute."