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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1956-10-19, Page 1le • fee e , • r. 11 41 1 • g',17 NineY-S0c.,044 Year. Whote NO1413 ' 4630? Ottawa meat in. • s I • TuCkeramith township has re - ers ieu of Taxes Northside Plans 79th inniversary tervices,Sunday The congregation of Northside. United Church will celebrate its 79th anniversary of the dedication of their present church on Sunday. The history of the congregation begins almost a century ago When pioneer resideete, gathered to wor- ship as Wesleyan Methodists, hold- ing.their service in the home of the late Jane e Sperling. The group was miniseered to by the Rev. Geo- rgeCornish, as a mission connected with the Clinton circuit Within a .short time the first church was built on the second concessioe, and in 1864 it beeame a separate 'char- ge. Later, as Seaforth began to grow, the second church was erect- ed on the present site. In October 1937 the Diamond 'Jubilee wascele- lerated, with the late Very Rev. Peter Bryce, DD., of Toronto, then 3.4oderator of the United Church of Canada, and the Rev. Waideman Williams, MA., of Hamilton, as - special speakers. Three years ago following extensive alterations and redecorating, the building was re - consecrated in a special service, at which the Rev. Charles D. Dan- iels, of Ingersoll, then president of the 'London Conference, • delivered the sermon. On Sunday the congregation will hear •Rev. Dr. James Semple, of Egmondville bring an anniversary message, and in the evening they will be joined by the congregations of Fiest Presbyterian, St. Thomas' Anglican tnd Egmondville United churches, when Dr. Semple will again be guest speaker. A Earl Dick Heads South Huron Fair Society eired , a cheque for $4,692.12 from the federal government. represent- ing a grant in lieu ef taxes with respect to crown property within the township. RCAF Station Clin- ton is located in Tuckersmith. The grant is the first which has been received on the basis of a new, arrangement made- possible by federal authorities and applies to 1955. It is based on an assess- ment of $244,000 aecording to the clerk, g. P. Chesney. The 1956 grant which is expected shortly will be in a larger amount tince it will be based on an assessment of $370,000. First grants in lieu • of taxes were _Directors of South Huron Agri- cultural Society• named Earl Dick, of. Cromarty, as president for the remainder of the year to fill the , position left vacant by the death of Elmer Webster, who died during the summer. , Robert McGregor, vice-president, presided at the meeting which postponed, until a further meeting, consideration of other fair details. The meeting discussed thorbugh- ly the feeder calf elub program and made arrangements to carry on the program for the coming year. Secretaries A. W. Kers- lake and James McGregor were instructed to determine those who were interested in obtaining calves. It was expected there would be about 50 calves available. Discuss Lions Park With, Offktals Lions Club officials and mem- bers of the park committee met with L. D. Barrett, divisional en- gineer of 'the Department of High- ways at the park Tuesday to dis- cus' changes made necessary as a result of alterations in highway grade adjacent to the park. Dis- cussions regarding necessary work have been going on for some months. The Department of Highways engineer promised full co-opera- tion with the Lions Club in the elub's effort to maintain the park at a high standard. The. meeting was'arranged by Thomas Pryde, MLA, who was also present. Honor Bride -Elect Barbara Trewartha Miss Barbara Trewartha, bride - elect was presented with a kit- chen shower on Tuesday evening at her home. There were gifts of various kinds which included alum- inum and enamel ware for her kit- chen. During the evening bingo was played and two contests en- joyed. Mrs. Georgina Little play- ed an instrumental and Christine Pierce sang two solos. An address was read by Mrs. Joseph Little and Yvonne and Christine Pryce brought in the well -laden basket of lovely gifts for the bride-to-be. Miss Trewar- tha thanked the ladies for the gifts after which a delicious lunch was served. Hensall Kinsmen, Mark Departure Members of Hensel]. Kinsmen Club met it the home of past pres- ident, Bill Mickle, on Tuesday evening for a presentation honor- ing Dr. D. J. 'McKelvie, V.S., a pastcharter president, who is leav- ing Hensall for Essex after prac- ticing here for five years, and to make Min the presentation of a set of gold cuff links with the past presidents crest en them. Presi- dent le Tiberio made the presenta- tion. Twenty members from• Clinton Kinsmen , Club made a surprise ular meeting and presented Dr. :visit to Hensall following their reg- McKelvic with a gift. This pres- entation was made by Harry Mc - Ewan, president of the club. There were 35 present.. Bill Shaddick entertained eleven boy friends at his home Tuesday evening in honor of Robert McKel- vie, Who is leaving for Essex this week with his parents, Dr. and Mrs. D. J. McKelvie. Attending the cele- bration were Sack and Billy Chip - chase, Danny Kipfer, Wayne Ell- wood, Billy Bengough, Brian Mc- Arthur, Michel Hoy, Bobby Car- lile, Bill Shaddick and Ricky Park- er. A presentation of a gold sig- net ring wps made to'Robert. Two and one -half -year-old Ricky Parker made the presentation. Robert made a verynice reply' express- ing thanks. paid in 1952 following discussionS with Ottawa department concern- ing the hiequality that eeisted in rural townships in which were con- tained extensive defense depart- ment establishments. Since that time the policy has been reveaiw- ed each year and adjusted to pro- vide an arrangement equitable to all. Of the grant now received, $2,- 427.32 is payable to Kuron County representing the county rate 'in ef- fect in 1955. ' LOBA Sponsors Successful Euchre The LOBA held a euchre in the LOL rooms on Monday evening with eleven tables, in play. Prizes were Won by, ladies, first, Mrs. Carl Dalton; lone hands, Mrs_ -Times Barry; conscdation, Mrs. John Eisler, Sr.; men's first, Dav- id McLean; lone hands, Orville Dale; consolation, George MeGav- in. The next euchre will be held on November 19. Skating qub Under Way Nov. 7 Seaforth Figure Skating Club has made arrangements for instructor Dennis Silverthorne to be in charge for the coming season. Mr, Silver- thorne was British Junior Champ- ion in 1939. Ile andhis sister were Senior British Champion. in 1946 and 1947. ' His wife Michelene is a Belgian Gold Medalist. For four years they skated in Ice Carnivals and shows touring Europe and Asia. • Mr. Silverthorne was profession- al at the Porcupine and Schumaker clubs for four years before com- ing to Seaforth. Last skating season was very pleasant and the executive were pleased with the • progress made by the various skaters. Credit for this goes to Mr. Silverthorne and his manner of teaching the skaters, club officials said. Classes will be held on Wednes- day afternoons and evenings start- ing Novemeter 7 and continuing for -20 weeks. Persons wishing to enroll their children are asked to contact Mrs. W. T. Teall, Mrs. M. W. Stapleton, or Mrs. 3: C. Crick. , ee, Hold Fite Drill , A feature of Fire Prevention Week was a series of tests carried out by Vire Chief John F. Scott and members of the Seaforth Fire brigade at local schools. Results of the fire drills at the, schools were exceptionally good, Fire Chief Scott said: At SDHS 330 pupils were clear- ed from the two-storey building in one minute and four seconds. Pub- lic School pupils—all 320 of them— cleared that building in 55 seconds while the 162 Separate School pup- ils were outside in 58 seconds. Mrs. Butters Wed 251Years I Mr. and Mrs: .Thomas Butters on Saturday celebrated their silver wedding anniversary at their home In -Dublin. Mr. and Mrs. Thitters were mar- ried by the late Rev, Fr, O'Drow- ski at Dublin on. Oet. 10, 19312 and have been residents of the village ever since. Mr. Butters conducts a hardware business here. A notin dinner was held at the Hillcrest Tea Rooms, Mitehell; and in the evening 'malty friends and relatives called attheir hope fo extend congratillatiene and best vrishes. Mr. and Mrs. Butlierg have seven children iviie retigVAR present for the eVititi` ertite: Ronald, Sebringville' , toe.; Phyllia,"[Etinds 'ft W, St betide vs4.,tisktie, Aga L., • Sewer Tile Plant Adds 4,500 Feet Construction of an addition to the Seaforth Sewer Tile Limited accomodation west of town was under way this week. According to Peter Christensen; the addition will add 4,500 feet elf floOr space, more` thee 'douleling the present accomodation. When construction is completed the company plans to install steam kiln facilities which will make pos- sible faster curing of the variety of concrete sewer tile which the company produees, Lions Hear Army Discipline Task Recalling eirents which occurred during his tour of duty while in charge of army discipline at army headquarters in Ottawa, A,. W. Sillery told Lions Club members Monday evening of the difficulties that existed during the war in ad- ministration of justice within* . the forces. Working in the judge ad- vocate general's office, Mr. Sill- ery dealt with court martials and other disciplinary procedures as they affected army service person - ell. He was introduced by Wm. Ball and thanked by J. Scott Cluff. The meeting discussed plena for the Hallowe'en Frolic on October 31 and heard members of the con).- Anittee describe details of the pro- gram. Featuring a parade, the evening will provide entertainment for young and old. Highlight will be the draw for the 1956 Oldsmobile. The Meeting was held in St. Thomas' Church Hall, dinner being served by an organization of that church. SEAFORTH JUNIOR FARIVIEFeVend' Junior Institute presented a, skit as a feature of theelluron variety program atethe SDHS on Mgeiday night: Taking part were ,(left to right), June Smith, Marion Hemingway, Joyce Wilson, On Hemingway, Bruce Coleman, Audrey Godkin and Betty Al- cock. In the lower picture members Of the teams who competed in the debate are (left to right), Frank Alton, Lucknow; Murray Gaunt, Lucknow; Larry Wheatley, Seaforth, Bill Strong, Spforth. - /Hymn .,Catutty :choir made its debiit at SPIXS e_ftf Monday evening and was Widely caxy:10414411„, congratulated for the maliner Jugesw ere k-f9y. which sit presented a series of sel- '3),/. ections, Meyt4gt, _Conducted ley Mrs, Carl Douglas, • of Wroxeter, the choir of 37 in- , eludes Junior farmers and 'Studer !Nei Institute members from variqus clubs in Huron. Doris Johnston, : is . accompanist. Choir officials' said Tuesday that already haVita- tions had been recei.ved for appear- ances orthe choir at distrect events. Featuring finals in public speak- ing and debate, the variety pro- gram was well attended. Huron president Earl McSpadden of the Seaforth club was master of cere- tWoA monies for the affair which incled- Pape passed a4f4Y bours utflti Dies Su' e Stricken by a .Cerebier hemoribe, age about enideighe,. his homi here ...Die .ipeepli 0, Dee.' ' ed skits by each of the six partici- He was in his 28tti Yee:V." ' A reeognized id' the field of anineiViintrithen 'and gen- etisis, Dr. DePape Neap nittritioniet on the staff or Topnotch Feed Mills Limited, here, joining the firm in patmg clubs. Marion Curry, Exeter, compet- ing in the public' speaking contest discussed lobbying in government and emphasized that much of the evil in lobbying grows from a lack of interest on the part of the indivi- dual in the, work of the government. She was unopposed hi the contest. The Tuckersmith eluartette, in- • eluding George Turner, Bert Pep- per, Stan Johns and Gordon Johns was a popular feature of the pro- gram. The topic "Resolved that tele- vision is a disadvantage in the farm home" was debated by teams representing Seaforth and Colwanosh Club s. Declared winners in a split decision were Murray Gaunt and Frank Alton, Bright Future for Small Towns?. er pointed 'Out some were good and some were bad. The conference was warned to avoid a too large industry since the resulting strain on services and facilities such as schools could protle expensive. Bad industries were described as those insisting on fixed assess- ments or which want buildings erected for them. A good industry is happy to come to a town and pay its own way if the town suits. An optimum balance between in- dustry and domestic assessment is, one where industry pays approx- imately half the taxes, the mayor said. There is a great future for towns the expansion of small industries, such as Seaforth, was the message Town Planning Mayor E. A. McMaster brought to Any small town looking forward town council when he told of his to attracting industry mug have attendance at the Municipal Indus- a town plan and have the town pro - trial DevelopMent Conference rO-t perly zoned. In most cases plan- cently held in Toronto. Discussing ning should be worked out in con - conference speakers, the mayor junction witk neighboring rural said there will be a 50% increase municipalities and should include th population within the next 25 such rural areas. A meeting to years with a corresponding increase discuss planning devellpments in in jobs. Salaries will increase too Huron is planned for Clinton later yet the cost of living will not rise in the year the mayor said. In proportion-. • Referring to the possibility of a Credit for increased population town purchasing land for LAustrial would go to immigration and the use, the mayor told council this - fact there were increased births cJuld be done after a vote of rate- and..a generally longer life span. 'payers. In selling such land ap- Conference speakers- were opto- proval must be forthcoming from mistic as to the economic future. the municipal board, They forsaw no depression.' In- Discussing the operation of the stead there would be increasing recently created Ontario Water domestic markets. Canada would Resources Board, the mayor said continue to export to the USA. Dr. Berry of the board had told Demand for more. goods would the conference that the board mean industrial expansion, decen- would do necessary engineering tralization and more jobs. and building in connection with a Premier Leslie Frost told the sewer proposal and the town would conference the present tight money pay over a period of thirty years. policy was not good for the country, Necessary, income to provide fol. Mayor McMaster said. It was payment 'would be collected from helping the rich get richer and the users with water rates. On this poor poorer and was nreventing basis the board would insist on looking after the disposal plant. At the same time, towns may instal systems as they are now doing. Towns of 3,000 and over are being required to get started on a system. An educational meet- ing to discuss sewers is planned in Clinton in a short time. Referring to industries the speak- :owes e • ;e Weeeeeee, nig De 111‘14. ITAVE eitOirg when TOny ,Phfl4 ",.4%,ert,Itidetitarg end Scott baggiot,nfait 0 ie , 111)t Okft ; ' . eatorth, hinterg (Win left „to- right), -Verdun Rau, , ,„!..;.111vitotasti' sbuYPedeshillitill) • . „. • • •f • • k'itoir; Hibbert Barn Lost, Damage $40,000 Fire destroyed a large modern barn a mile and a quarter south of Cromarty Monday night. Loss is estimated. at$40,000. The -former Prank Bruce pro- perty, the farm is now owned by Herman Hoist. Lost along with the building were 20 pigsd, 5k...chickened. a threshing machine and the setson's crop of 200 acres of farmland. Th c barn was regarded as being one of the best equipped in the dis- trict. It jiad been completely re- modeled Only a year ago and fitted with Steel stable stanchions and milking Machines. The Mitchell Fire Department rushed to the scene but was al- most powerless to cope with the inferno. A threshing machine in the up- per part of the barn was destroy- ed and most of the farm Machinery stored lit a section on the ground floor, was also lost. Firemen man- aged to save a small implement shed a feet yards away. Mr. Reiste said there had no( been. anybody in the barn for selt- eral hours before the outbreak The -silo had jest been fined saw- dasr, • Auburn Resident Has 100th Birthday Mr. William H. Campbell, one of Huron County's grand old men, will celebrate his 100th birthday, on Friday, October 19. , Born at Brook - lin, Ontario, in 1856, he moved with his parents to Hullett township at the' age of 14 years. Later they moved to East Wawanosh. four miles north of Auburn. After tea- ching school for Several years, he married Fanny M. Harrison and commenced farming. Thirty-five years ago he sold his farm to his son. Albert. retaining one acre of this farm on,which he built a home and lived there until 17 years ago When Mrs. Campbell passed away. Since then he has made his home with his son Albert and Mrs. Camp- bell. He has another son, Colin, of Ottawa, and a daughter, Mrs. W. P. Crozier. of London. aiso 11 grand children and 20 great grandchild- ren. A man of sterling character, he always has been interested in his church and the better things of life. For over 50 years he was Bible Class teacher at Donnybrook United Church. Mr. Campbell's eyesight is fail- ing but in .spite, of this, be is won- derfully smart -for his years. On Friday the family will gath- er at Knox United Church Sabbath Schoolrooms, where the WA will cater a dinner to the honored gen- tleman and forty of his descend- ents. He will be at home to friends and neighbors on October go at his home with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Cronin from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., and from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. James McFadzean 91 Next Thursday James McFadzean will celebrate his 91st birthday next Wednesday at the home of his brother, Robert McFadzean, on West street. Born in Grey township on the farm now occupied by Harry Bol- ger, he spent most of his life farm- ing in that township on the 16th concession. Following his retire- ment to Brussels, where he resided for a number of years, he came to Seaforth four years ago. His wife, the former Elizabeth Hyslop, passed" aevay eleven years ago. An only daughter also died a number of years ago. Mr. McFadsean has a sister, Mrs. John Shortreed, of Clinton, who will be 77 on the same day that he is 91. 1,200 lb. Moose James M. Scott returned this week from a hunting trip and brought back with him a 1,200 lb. Moose. Mr. Scott was hi a party with 'Miter& Epps, of Clinton, who al- so Was successfel hi a bagging a inose. „ The party Was hunting ith�dt 160 Miles north of New Lis - *eta, A • • " es 1, , • .— . A. • ^ e..e. Locate Remains of Old Water Tank Excavating for footings* for the extensions being erected at the rear of the .tewn hall workmen came upon a large cement struc- ture that necessitated the use of an air hammer before it could be removed. • Enquiry revealed the concrete mass to have been the base of a watertank that stood for years behind the hall and which pro- vided water for wetting down and laying the dust on the loads of coal before they were delivered to customers. With the introduc- tion of the present water system in 1923, the tank fell into disuse and shortly after that was dismantled. Honor M. Turnbull At H & S Meeting Members of the Home and School Association honored Miss Mabel Turnbull at a meeting held in the school Tuesday evening for her work in the Junior Red Cross, Miss Turnbull, who had been re- sponsible for Junior Red Cross activities for the past fifteen years, was presented with a pin by Mrs. J. B, Russell and Mrs. A. Moore. The largely attended meeting heard public school inspector, Glen Gardiner, discuss the challenge that existed in education, President Mrs. John E. Patterson was in the chair. May, 1954, following completion of his education. During the rela- tively short time he had been in Seaforth he had gained a wide circle of friends both in town and. ire, the „farming community, where his ability in Alp!' parent. In the industry his know- ledge and work was appreciated as Ireflecting the most advanced developements in gezietisis and nutrition both in Canada and the United States. He was ac - live as one of the leaders in the Seaforth Lions 4-H Poultry Club. From time to time he wrote a farm column for the Huron Expos- itor. Born in Swan Lake, Manitoba, he received his early education there and at the University of Man- itoba. where he graduated in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture. He obtained his Masters Degree in animal husband- ry at the University of Montana in 1952 and in the following year earned his Doctor of Philosophy at the University of Oklahoma. He was the youngest son of the late Charles DePape and Mrs. De - Pape. His mother and a brether flew here from Winnipeg Wednes- day morning. Dr. DePape was married in Van- couver in 1952 to the former Evelyn Moreau, of Vancouver, who survives together with three children, Dennis Michael, 3; Paul Raymond, 1; and a baby, Marie Michelle. He is al- so survived by his mother, seven brothers and four sisters. He was a member of St. James . Roman Catholic Church here. He was also a member of the Knights of Colombuh and of the Agricultur- al Institute of Canada. Funeral arrangements were com- pleted by Box Funeral Home and the remains will rest. at the Box Chapel until 5 o'clock Thursday afternoon thence by air to Scharfe Funeral Home, Swan Lake, Manit- oba. Requiem high mass will be sung in St. Martin's Roman Catho- lic Church, Swan Lake at 10 a.m., Saturday, October .20. Interment will follow in Swan Lake Cemetery. STAFFA, GLEN GOWRIE INSTITUTES JOIN SEAFORTH TO HEAR DR. SEMPLE Theregular meeting of the Sea - forth Women's Institute was held in the Community Centre on Tues- day evening With. Staffa and Glen Gowrie Institutes as guests. This was the Citizenship and.Education meeting with Mrs. Alex Pepper and Mrs. Wallace Haugh in charge. The president, Mrs. Gordon McKenzie, opened the meeting with the Insti- tute Ode, Mary Stewart Collect and the Lord's Prayer in unison. The roll call was aeswered by "One step I can make towards world peace." Mrs. Andrew Crozier gave the treasurer's report. The entertain- ing committee reported a euchre atid dance to be, held November 23 and also plans are being made to hold a New Year's Bye dente it was dedided a wreath would be clearcl on the tenotaPh eh NOMA- The fall dab pfoiect 1$ "Ste* Ing Garments". Ali y Inter ested is asked to contort Otte of the «14b loaders, Mro.. lathes K06, Mr&.14. %MOM' Nfrm4T6lut threat *at agreed .telleitd, donation of $10 to the CNIB. Mrs, John Hillebrecht was named as delegate to the London Convention, October 16 and 17. Mrs. Sandy Pepper introduced the -guest -speaker, Dr. Semple; who spoke on Citizenshiei and Educa- tion. Mrs. Ross Gordon led in a sing song. Staffa Women's :Instek tute entertained with a humorous skit "A Mahan& of. Mother's Che t• ' It4 Dice." Mrs. Skinner accompanied . by Mrs. Hawkins ,of Glee. Gowrie; eete reedered two lovely solos, "Rae mona", and "My Blue Heaven ," Glen Gowrie also had a trio, "In the shade of the old apple tree" and • "Let the rest of the World Go by The same three tate pleyed two ntinuerettis eeleetieta on the litzinva4 10-6, lift.Saddler teL'ketartitiiior SM WS. ''Keid, *OM effite end Pero solOS, "Ltheltk•VietV eontiti., dind reg setved �k