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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1955-03-11, Page 1ilx h;i a 'r Ninety -Fifth Year Whole Number 4548 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, 'FR; AY, MARCH 11, 1955 Legion Squirts Lose One, Win One Last Saturday was a big day for the Seaforth Legion Squirts when they played both St. Marys and Goderich. In the morning St- Marys brought over a bits load of Squirts, 35 in ail, to play the local Squirts and to give their boys a day out. But even with 35 of then they couldn't beat Seaforth, who came up with a 9 to 0 score- This game was watched by a surprisingly large number of parents from St. Marys, and by very few parents of the Seaforth team- The Mcll- wain brothers were the stars of the morning game, along with Ter- ry Ast. The evening game against Gode- rich, seen by a large number of fans due to the Junior game fol- Iowing, saw Goderich take a 4 to F win. This game was a very good one for boys` eight and un- der: Jim Mellw-ain again was the star, although alt the boys played fairly well. This team, sponsored by the Legion and managed and coached by Bill Campbell and Les. Beattie, is showing improvement every time out Norman Knight Passes Suddenly For more than forty years a familiar figure on Seaforth Main St., Thomas Norman Knight pass ed away suddenly Tuesday after- noon in Scott Memorial Hospital. die was 55. In the hospital for what was regarded as minor sur- gery, death came as he was be- ing prepared for the operation. The son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Knight, he was born in Sea - forth, and as a youth worked for the late J: W. Beattie. With the exception of a few years in Gode- rich, he continued to drive for Beattie's until the business was sold in 1944. He continued with the Whyte shop for a few years, but during recent years has driven a school bus for Scott Habkirk. In addition, he was parking attendant at the Seaforth Lions Park, the arena and at many other district functions. His duties during the years were such that he was daily in contact with many Seaforth resi- dents, and as a result was as well known as any citizen of the town. Aiwaya cheerful, wining to help, and interested in everything that happened in the community, he 'looked forward to his daily asso- ciations throughout the town.. He is survived by his wife, the former Ruth Irene Andrews, to whom he was married February 16, 1929, and by a son, Robert, of Kitchener, and a daughter, Mar- jorie (Mrs. Thos. HaIey), of Sea - forth. He is also survived by six brothers: Horace, the Nile; Frank, Toronto; Cecil, Kitchener; Leslie, Birch Run, Mich.; Alvin, Hamil- ton; Carl, Seaforth, and by one sister, Florence, Mrs. Fletcher Ritchie, London. He was a mem- ber of Northside United Church, Seaforth. The remains are resting at the G. A. Whitney Funeral Home, Goderich St.., where services, con- ducted by his minister, Rev. J. W. Stinson, will be held Friday after- noon at 2 p.m., with interment foI- lolving in Maitlandbank cemetery. RON MASON is seen here as he accepts the W.O.A.A. Midget trophy on behalf of his teammates after eaforth Midgets defeated Wiarton in the final game. Presenting the trophy is Hugh Hawkins,- Clinton, W.O.A.A. President, while coachy'Don Morton and manager Gordon McGonigle look on. Seaforth defeated Forest Wednesday night 12 to 2 in the first game of the Q.H.A. Midget semi-finals. Rebekahs Plan Aid JUNIORS ADVANCE IN PLAYOFFS; For" C.P. & T. Fund WINNER TO MEET WOODSTOCK? With the Noble Grand, Mrs. Scott Habkirk, presiding at a meet- Seaforth Juniors set the stage (Ward, Hamilton), 2:11; 12, Sar- ing of Edelweiss Rebekah Lodge for a four -straight win over Sar- nia, Haddon, 4:26; 13, Seaforth, Monday evening, a donation was nia when they defeated Sarnia Vena (Bell, McIlwain), 4:41; 14, made to the Violet Pearce gift 9-6 here Saturday night. What Sarnia, Hamilton (Forbes), 4:49; fund. A euchre, to follow the could be the final game in the 15, Seaforth, Mcllwain (Salter), March 14 meeting, in aid of the best -of -seven series for Junior 'B' 15:50, Penalties -Bell, Sawyer. C.P. and T. Committee, was an- nounced by Miss Mae Smith. Mrs. O.H.A. group finals is being play- ed in Sarnia Thursday night. • W. O. Johnston and Miss JeanScott have -been named co -degree- The winner of the series will L•, H. & .B Tomes captains. stock leads three games to none. meet the winner of the Woodstock - Burlington series, in which Wood- Are Changed Seaforth took a convincing 5-1 Long known as the L. H. and B. Former Mayor lead at the end of the first period the London to Clinton diesel trai and were never threatened. Harry, which has carried passengers, mai '`� �� Chalk fired the first two goals for p only,p s' and express will be replace a e nes bay ;Baldwins, while Done Stone, Mary on March 14 by a mixed.to Mr. Richmond Parke, well- Shantz and P'anl IPiePherson piek- train. carrying freight as well.am ed up singles. Bruce McGrath Arrival and 'departure times o the train at each centre will also be changed, the Canadian Nation- al Railways despatcher said in London this week. Times for ,the new train will be: Leaves London 8 a.m. daily ex- cept Sunday; arrives Exeter 10:40 a.m.; Hensall 11:05, Kippen 11:12, Brucefield 11:22 and arrives Clin- ton 11:40; leaves Clinton 12:20; ar- rives Brucefield 12:40, Kippen 12:48, Hensall 1:30 and arrives at Exeter on southbound trip at 2:20 p.m. The present diesel train leaves London at 9:00 a.m. each day. Fah Women Plan Cociiking School TheWomen's division �( is on of the Seafoi,+th Agricultural Society met at thehorne of Mrs. Mae Dorrance when 'members decided to sponsor a cooking school in the Seaforth Distriet High School on May 30. Mrs. Jos. Grummett was named in charge of arrangements and will be assisted by other members of the women's division, Mrs. Wallace Haugh, a dele- gate to the recent fairs' conven- tion, gave a splendid • report and brought back many worthwhile- n' orthwhilen' ideas. Members of the women's division are planning several new d classes to their prize list to coin- cide_ this year's 110th, anni- versar$'' of the Seaforth Agricul- tural Society. Mrs. John Platt was added to the needlework and homecrafts committee, along with Mrs. Keith Sharp. known citizen of Seaforth, died at his home Wednesday, March 9, at the age of 78, following a two-year illness. He was married in Orangeville to Georgina Collins in 1902, who passed away a year ago. Mr. Parke served the town as council- lor, reeve, mayor, fireman and fire chief. He was a member of St. Thomas' Anglican Church and church warden for 25 years, and was a former chairman of Scott Memorial Hospital Board. Surviving are one daughter, Miss Dorothy Parke, Reg.N., at home; one son, George, London, and one sister, Mrs. John Christie, Penniack,' N.D. The remains will rest at the family residence, John St., when service will be conducted in St. Thomas' Church at 2 p.m. Satur- day. Rev. J. H. James x17111 of- ficiate and burial will be in Mait- landbank cemetery. GRAVEL CONTRACT IS AWARDED AS HIBBERT COUNCIL HOLDS MEETING Hibbert Township Council met in regular session on Monday, March 7, with all members present and Reeve Edgar Butson presiding. The minutes of the previous meet- ing were adopted as read. By -Law No. 10, 1955, to quash By -Law No. 14, 1954, being the Wren Municipal Drain, was passed, as By -Law No. 14, 1954, did not conform with Sec- tion 76 of the Municipal Drainage Act. Gravel tenders were opened at .3:00 p.m. There were two tenders, Lavis Contracting Co., 61 cents per cubic yard crushed and deliv- ered, 48 cents for stockpile, and 85 cents for lanes; George E. Rad- ford, 63 cents per cubit yard crush- ed and delivered, 45 cents for stockpile and $1 for lanes, the contractor to pay for lane gravel and collect from the fanners. The contract was awarded to. Lavis Contracting Co„ of Clinton. Fred Harburn was re-engaged to do the spraying ,for warble fly at 9112 cents per head per spray, and Ernest Harburn was appoint- ed as warble fly inspector at 90 cents per hour and 10 cents per mile. A letter was received from Miss Lillian Morley, of Milverton, re- questing the council to have pho- tos taken of 1954 and 1955 mem- bers also five other views of buildings in the township, and a photo of each Warden of Hibbert since 1903, together with a biogra- phical sketch of each warden's ac- tivities during his lifetime, to be included in a new history for Perth County. The clerk and reeve were appointed to take care of this mat- ter. The clerk was instructed to ar- range a special meeting with the Police Village of Dublin trustees and the council to have an agree - anent that is satisfactory to, and signed by both boards, regarding any township mill rates which are levied on the police village. A cheque for $11,818.06 was re- ceived from the ,Department of Highways for a balance of 1954 road subsidy, maklttg a total of $19,625.46 for the year; of this amount, Dublin was credited with $168.35. General accounts for 3219.53 and road accounts for 31,038.79 were passed and ordered paid. notched the Ione Sarnia counter in the first. Sarnia tightened up their defence in the second frame, giving goalie Bob Foster more protection. While Baldwins' Earl Barton was serv- ing time, Sarnia potted one goal and kept goalie Ron Salter work- ing overtime for a solid two min- utes, Kevin Bell notched Sea- forth's only two goals of the per- iod, while Hamilton sank two for the Legionnaires. Although Sarnia outscored Sea - forth in the third period, they were unable to shatter the lead built up by Seaforth in the first period. Tom Sawyer, Baldwin defence - man, was taken. to Scott Memorial Frospital in the third period, after having a skate go through his right cheek. First Period -4, Seaforth, Chalk, 0:51; 2, Seaforth, Chalk (Bell, Vena), 7:18; 3, Sarnia, McGrath (Vernon), 10:35; 4, Seaforth, Stone (Shantz, McPherson), 11:05; 5, Seaforth, Shantz, 18:01:- 6, Sea - forth, Mci'herson (Shantz), 18:12. Penalties - Ward, • Chalk, Elliott, Green, Second Period -7, Seaforth, Bell (Burton, Chalk), 0:22; 8, Sarnia, Hamilton (Ward), 3:06; 9, Sarnia, Hamilton (Ladenchuck), 10:16; 10, Seaforth, Bell (Barton, Vena), 18:06. Penalties -Barton, Third Period -11, Sarnia, Forbes Hensall Minister to Halton Presbytery The Rev. W. J. Rogers, who has served Hensall United Church for the past five years, has accepted a call to Lynwood United Church in Halton Presbytery. The cali is subject to approval of Huron 'Presbytery and Halton Presbytery and the action of the transfer committee. Mr. Rogers is treasurer of the Hensall Chamber of Commerce. secretary -treasurer of the recrea- tional committee, and is on the Library Board. He expects to leave June 30. High School Education NececissarFor Future Farmers Forums Dede Jin Prizes At Kippen Store Event The following were lucky win- ners of baskets of groceries at Kyle's Market at Kippen last week: Mrs. W. L. Meths. Kippen; Mrs. Wm, Hyde, Hensall: Mrs. WmHenry, Hensall; Mrs. Peter Grid- zak. Kippen.; Mrs. N. UcLeod, Kip - nen; Ross Broadfoot. Kippen: Mrs. J. W. McLean, Kippen; Mrs. Wilson and Joan Wilson. Brussels: Ann Sinclair, Kippen: Allan Tre- meer, Kippen; Curtis Giuerich, Zurich; Miss' M. Whit''m:n,pen: Bill Consitt- Parr Line: Mar- ilyn Mousseau, Kippen: 1lr<. Robt. McGregor, Kippen; Robin McAllis- ter, Eddie McBride, Kippen; Mrs. Charles Eyre, Kippen; firs. Nor- man Overholt, Varna; D, Lostell, Kippen: Mrs. Robt, Flood, Varna: Elmer Turner, Mrs. R. .1. Pater- son, Hensall; Robert Upshall. Kip - pen: Mrs. Herb Jones. Kippen; George Lefebvre. Hensall; Mrs. Orville Workman, Kippen; Eva Taylor, Brucefield; Sharon McBride, Kippen; W. L. Mellis, Kippen; Lois McLellan, Kippen; Grant Smith, Kippen; Anson Cole- yman, Varna; A. Johnson, Kippen; Mrs. Ross Love, Kippen: Ward Forrest, R.R. 1, Zurich; Alvin Me- e Bride, Kippen; David Blackwell, Hensall; R. Upshall, Kippen; Joan Turner, Varna; William McKen- zie, Exeter. Fifteen winners were drawn for every. day Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 'Major prizes, a mix - master and four electric corn pop- pers; will be drawn for Saturday, March 12. McKILLOP FARM FORUM S.S. No. 2, McKillop Farm For um, met last week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Secord McBrien. The radio broadcast featured a talk by Herb. Hannam, President of the Federation. of Agriculture, on the workings of the Agricultur- al Prices Support Act. This being review night, we did not have any discussions. Results of progressive euchre were: ladies, Mrs. Robert McMil- lan, Mrs. Elwood Clarke; consola- tion, Mrs. Sam Storey;- gents, Al- vin Dodds, Walter Scott; consola- tion, Ellwod Clarke. This week's meeting was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. M. McMillan, Subject was "Educa- tion For Farming." Question, 1: How far should young people plan - n farming go in school? We fee there should be equal oppor- tunities for all, and that two or three years in high school should be a minimum. Question 2: "What special agri- cultural training is necessary for modern farming?" We suggest one needs extra training in mech- anics, building construction, live- stock and veterinary science soils and crops bookkeeping and citi- zenship; also one can train himself or herself through the use of books and pamphlets. Question 3: :"Is the high school the place for agricultural train- ing?" High school can be the starting point or base for an agri- o,Wturat education, but should be followed a_-wo-year course at Agrielliture ; College. rour.11 H1 0 malt lii) work is also a real help. Results of progressive euchre were: ladies Mrs. R. E. McMil- lan, Mrs. Ellwood Clarke: conso- lation, Pauline Dolmage; gents, Stewart Dolmage, Wayne Dol - mage; consolation, Wm. Storey. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Storey. PARR LINE FORUM The meeting of the Parr Line Farm Forum was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Soldan with 18 members in attendance. The topic for the evening was "Educa- tion For Farming." This forum was unanimous in its decisions that young people on the farm should have at least two years of high school training. Special agricultural training can be learned in our high schools, the farm of today being mechanized, it demands some training in this respect. Night schools, short courses on agriculture which give basic training in mechanics, and animal husbandry are good farm- ing methods. Four-H Clubs help to train farm youth with their var- ious projects; it also develops community leadership. "Is the high school the place for agricultural education?" We feel that it is a help to the student, es- pecially if the student has agricul- ture as a future. Higher education is most desirable, but it is a known fact that only 12.Per eent of farm students graduatg from the colleges return to the farm. If fanning was itaote. attractive it might have more highly trained experts returning to them. Following the discussion a recre- ation period of euchre was enjoy- ed. Winners were: ladies, Mrs, Glen Weido: gents, Charles Rob- inson. Forums in South Huron are re- minded of a rally to be held at the Exeter District High School on March 28. The next meeting of this forum will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Love. CROMARTY FARM FORUM Cromarty Farth Forum met Monday evening with topic for dis- cussion being, "How far should young people planning to farm go in school?" The forum thought they should go just as far as they can afford or decide to go, as an education never comes amiss: "What special agricultural training is necessary for modern farming?" A man starting to farm, who has not been raised on ,the farm, we think they should go out on a mod- ern mixed farm to see if they like it before going on farming of their own. Short agricultural courses and 4-H Club work helps, but is not necessary. "Is the high school a place for agricultural educa- tion?" A certain amount of agri- cultural education is desirable in the high school. Euchre winners were: ladies, high, Mrs. Bert Riley; low, Mrs. J. Howe; gents, Harry Norris; low, Jim Howe; lode hands, Mrs. F. Chappell. Mr. and Mrs. J. Howe were in chane Auxiliary Holds Invitation Euchre An invitation euchre, sponsored by Mrs. J. Eisler, Jr., Mrs, Kay Chessel and Mrs. J. Eisler, Sr., was held in the Legion rooms Mon- day evening. Miss Thelma Forbes .von the most games; Mrs. Beth- une won lone hands, and Mrs. H. Huisser won the consolation. The mystery prize was won by Mrs. ,J, McKibbon. Seaforth W.I. Has Euchre and Dance Seaforth Women's Institute held a successful euchre and dance Friday evening. Prize winners were: ladies, first prize, Mrs. Stewart Pepper; Ione hands, Mrs. Fred E. Willis; consolation, Mrdg Austin Matheson; men, first prate, Fred E. Willis; lone hands, Dick Eisler; consolation, Eldon Crich; lucky 'lunch prize, Mrs. James Keyes: Luitc Wiit .:erred and dancing dt was .lil to Music by Mur- doeh*hreh :`Ora,a t McLean Eros., Penbilexlere` $2.50 a Year in Advance' HensalI Taxrr..ea. ars Fire • e la , s ounci a tj Hensall tax arrears covering evening, A fire in Hyde Bros.' shop de- layed commencement of the meet- ing, which didn't get under way until nearly 9 o'clock, 1954 taxes amount to $1,186.31, or less than three per cent of total taxes, Clerk -Treasurer J. A. Pat- erson told Hensall council Monday FiRST CHURCH MEN'S CLUB HEARS JUDGE FRANK FINGLAND . The many duties which are in- herent in the position of a County Court Judge were indicated to members of the Men's Club of First Presbyterian Church on Tuesday evening, when Judge Frank Fingland addressed the group. Judge -Fingland, who until his appointment at the end of last year, practised law in Clinton, was introduced by Crown Attorney H. Glenn Hays, Q.C. of. Goderich, and a former member of the Men's Club. Mr. Hays told the club that the appointment of Judge Fing- land had been highly regarded by the bar, and in his introduction pointed out that the speaker, a native of Hullett, had carried out an extensive law practise for many years in Clinton, until the time of his appointment. During the years he had spent in Clinton, Mr. Hays said, Judge Fingland had contributed in large measure to municipal and civic projects, not only in Clinton, but throughout the county. Chairman of the meet- ing was Ross Hamilton, and dur- ing the program Fred Willis con- tributed two solos, being accom- panied on the piano by Mrs. John A. Cardno. Appointment of a county court judge is the responsibility of the Federal Government. the speaker said, and judges are appointed for life, with retirement at age 75. While the duties involved in the appointment are extensive, main responsibilities devolve about the necessity of presiding_ at sessions of county court and in the duties which are involved in surrogate court, including administration of estates and related activities, While county court sits four times a year; the surrogate court works each day. It is true that certain criminal cases can come before a county court judge, but Judge Fingland said that 90 per cent of criminal cases are heard by Magi- strate Court, and he paid tribute to the manner in which Magistrate D. E. Holmes and Crown Attorney Hays carried out their responsibili- ties. More serious cases go before a Supreme Court Judge. Judge Fingland told the meet- ing that one of the activities that resulted in him visiting various parts of the county each month was division court work. There are nine division courts in the county. and sittings of the court are held about nine times a year. Division court. he said. was con- cerned with civil actions involving amoue.ts not in excess of 1200. The thanks of the meeting was cxpres.,cd 10 the speaker by Frank Kling. In a question period which fol- lowed his address. Judge Fingland in answer to a question from Jas. F'. Scott. said that the purpose in requiring of New Canadians cer- tain basic knowledge before citi- zenship was granted. was not to make it difficult for such persons to become Canadians, but rather to provide a protection against those who it might be found would not be desirable citizens. Appli- cants, he said, are required to have a working knowledge of either the English or French lang- uage and of the democratic insti- tutions which are features of life in Canada. At the same time, the record should indicate that the ap- plicant has kept out of trouble during the five years j '.ch must elapse before applicantton can be Name New Agent At Hensen Depot Frank Ellwood, C.N.R. agent at Beachville for the past year, has been transferred to the C.N.R„ Hensall, and has taken over his new duties. Mr. Ellwood was ag- ent at Fergus for five years and at Seaforth,for five years also. Married wih one son, Wayne, 8, Mr. and Mrs. Ellwood expect to move to Mensal]. made. Answering a question from Lew Tebbutt, the speaker strongly advised everyone to make a will. He pointed out that when an in- dividual makes a will, his or her wishes can be indicated. If a will is not in existence, the court steps in and determines the disposition of the estate, which may or may not be to the lilting of the testator. For this reason, if for no other, he said. it is desirable that each in- dividual, who is in possession of property, make a proper will. - The dinner which preceded the meeting was served by the Bar- bara Kirkman Auxiliary of First Church. Miss Jean Scott Fractures Thigh Miss Jean Scott suffered a frac- tured thigh and other injuries when she slipped and fell at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Scott, Harpurhey, Tues- day evening. Removed to Scott Memorial Hospital, she was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital, London, on Wednesday. R. McCubbin, M.P. Hensall Speaker Thursday Night. Robert McCubbin, M.P., parlia- mentary assistant to the Minister of Agriculture, will address the j annual meeting of the Huron Lib- ' eral Association to be held in Hen - 1 sall Town Hall Thursday evening, March 10. Mr, McCubbin has long been re- garded as an authority on agri- cultural matters and his message will be anticipated by many throughout the riding, President Ivan Kalbfleisch has pointed out.I Business will include the election ' of officers and other. matters, and a large attendance is anticipated. 0<0 DR. J. 0. TURNBULL, who heads a special campaign pool committee to raise funds fir the construction of a new pool, at the Seaforth Lions Park, is completing arrangements for the campaign. which is expect- ed to get underway shortly. Council approved a resolution to proclaim daylight saving time .to start April 24 at one oThlock in the morning, and to continue to Sep-' tember 25. Council agreed to line the cell• - ing of the furnace room in the Town Hall with a fire-resistant material. Council gave necessary readings to and finally passed by- laws establishing salaries of offi- cials and for licensing and regu- lating public halls. Correspondence read included: South Huron District High School; St. Johns Ambulance; Department of Highways; Association of As- sessing Officers; Municipal World; Pedlar People Ltd.; Town of Exe- ter; Department of Municipal Af- fairs; Floyd Jones; Hydro -Elec- tric Power Commission; South Huron Agricultural Society; Coun- ty Treasurer; Department of Pub- lic Welfare; Departme?it of Agri- culture; B. Cook Garage; Gutta Percha & Rubber Ltd.; Ontario Hairdressers' Association - same considered and filed. On motion of Councillors Hoy and Jones, council granted the South Huron Agricultural Society the sum of 360. P. L. McNaughton appeared in . connection with the ground ob- servers' course and asked about the installation of a telephone ex- tension, and also about some heat. The property committee is to look after the matter. Bills and accounts were approv- ed for payment as follows: Clar- ence Reid, snowplowing, 342; Drys- dale Hardware, supplies, Hall $9.73, streets $9; Exeter Times -Ad- vocate, printing, 37.55; Municipal World, supplies, 34.35; Allan John- ston, typewriter repairs, $5.50; Provincial Treasurer, insulin, 34.61; relief, $10; Mrs. G. Elliott, transient meals, 35; W.'Lee, transi- ent meals, $2; H. Horton, transient meals, $1.50; Hyde Bros., supplies, tractor, 33.50; A. Spencer & Son, supplies, Hall $44.28, streets 36.40; L. Eiler, trucking $51, coal for Hall 3154.40; Receiver General, in- come tax, $6.50; E. R. Davis, sal- ary, $210.16; J. A. Paterson,...,sal- ary, 3200; C. Kipfer, postage„ $5; Hensall P.U.C., hydro and water, Hall, 323.30; Bell's Supertest Ser- vice, gas, $2.25.' Total, $825.88. Mr., Mrs. Gordon Married 40 Years A surprise party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gordan E. Papple on tti ednesday, March 2, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Gordy' on the occasion of their 40th 1 .Jding anniversary. Twehty-six guests sat down to a. goose dinner, and after dinner progressive euchre was enjoyed. Prizes went to: ladies. first, Mrs. Harold Speir: consolation, Mrs. Ross Gordon; gents, first, Chester Henderson; consolation, Hugh Gor- don. The bride and groom of forty years ago were the recipients of many beautiful and gifts. Hensall Showroom Loss Heavy Fire in the Hyde Bros.' Tractor and Combine salesroom Monday evening gutted the office and bad- ly damaged the modern showroom. Intense heat caused large show- rooms windows to blow out. The modern brick building was erected six years ago. A number of new tractors, lo- cated in the basement of the build- ing, were saved, as also were of- fice records and files and some tools. Some damage to the basement resulted from water. The building as a whole was extensively dam- aged. Work of repair will com- mence at once, it was stated. The loss was partly covered by insur- ance. Hensall fire brigade, aided by Exeter firemen, fought the blaze. LARRY WHEATLEY IS PRESIDENT, JUNIOR FARMERS HOLD ELECTIONS • Larry Wheatley was elected President of Seaforth Junior Far- mers at a meeting held in Seaforth MRS. JOHN Mira recently celebrated her 90th birthday at her home, South Main' St, Born March 1, 1885, she is in eXeel- lent health. She is shown ,here in a picture With her daughter, Mrs. C. S. Hunter; her granddaughter, Mrs, Mike Pirroarity, of Toronto, and her greet grahiddaughter, Linda. Lee. „ )0,4'0,&,))0,4,00))01)).4, .+w,.,.wa{:d,1 ,..,,,rry.¢ii.M: District High School. He succeeds Earl MeSpadden, who presided for the election of officers. Other officers named included: first vice-president, Lavern God - kin; second vice-president Ken Campbell; secretary, Carl Richard- son; treasurer, Ken Moore; press reporter, Elgin Schade. Directors elected were: Grey -Morris, Ray Huether; North No. 8 Highway, Murray Dale, Neil McGavin; South of No. 8 Highway, Robert Parsons, Merton Keyes. Auditors appoint- ed were Stewart Wilson and Lloyd Cooper. The meeting was then ad- journed. Hold Joint Meeting A joint meeting with the Junior Institute was presided over by Earl McSpadden and opened with the Junior Farmers' song, follow- ed by the yearly financialreport by Larry Wheatley. A poem was read by Betty Campbell. The club paper was also rad by tarry; Wheatley. Plans for the anmi were. discussed, a»<d, then adjourned,, L;a ed, followed a" lard: