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The Huron Expositor, 1957-09-20, Page 1r.,, Ir•IL, "'''''':.',,,q'"•:;1't",r,;!,i'•.',,..1'1,,i Ti-:,-..,ii?1,•,,N, ....P . ,, :,;.••,)-4 • , , 41 Ninety -Eighth Year Whole Number 4677 wot ft.. ..,„.‘' r , t: ro Loses Bid -or Trophy Clinton football squad won a hard-fought series against the Winthrop club Monday night. Eking out a 1-0 win, Clinton took the sixth game in a series that start - a as a bestsof-five; with three tied games, ended as a six -game strug- • Although Winthrop proved the better players on the field, the versatility of the Clinton goalkeep- er was too •Much' for the north team and proved to be the win- ning point of the series. The win gave Clinton the right to the Stephenson trophy, put up year- ly for the•topteam in the Huron Football Aisociation. Itefeepes fee Monday's game were Rum „liffarks and Merton Hat k farrier. Choir Solids *fficers Huron County Junior Farmers reorganized their Junior Farmer Choir Monday evening when ap- proximately 30 members attended. Miss Catherine Campbell, Sea - forth, was named chairman for the coming year, and Boyd Taylor, Walton, vice-chairman. Other ()f- acers are: past chairman, Bert Pepper, Clinton; secretary -treas- urer, George Turner, Clinton; com- mittee members: Miss Helen John- ston, Clinton, and John Pym, Exe- eter. Choir leader is Mrs. Marie Douglas, Belmore. The choir is making its first ap- pearance this fall at the Thurs- day evening program at the Sea - forth 112th Fair. It was decided to hold practice every two weeks, on Wednesday evening. Any member of the Jun- ior Farmers or Junior Institute in- terested are asked to attend. Dr. Munn Heads Curling Company Dr. J. A. Munn was named presi- dent of Seaforth Curling Club Ltd., at a shareholders' organization meeting held Friday evening. Oth- er officers appointed were J. E. Keating, secretary, and William Leyburn, treasurer. The meeting adopted by-laws providing for the operation of the company, and transacted other business. Directors . elected were Frank Kling, Dr. J. A. Munn, J. E. Keat- ing, William Leyburn and Dr. M. W. Stapleton. Provisional directors during the period of incorporation were Dr. M. W. Stapleton, F. Kling and J. E. Keating. Parity Prices Promised O.F.U. Warning that any farmer that floes not belong to an organization 'will not be recognized, Gordon Rill, Varna, county president of the Ontario Farmers' Union, 'told the Seaforth branch of the Union, meeting here Thursday, that there never was more need than now for farmers to organize and to get to- gether. He outlined Union policy to the meeting. Referring to the recently -elected Diefenbaker Government, Mr. Hill said that the government had promised parity prices and that it was up to the farmers to get to- gether, and to draft policies suit- able to the times. The well -attended meeting was informed that the Ontario Farmers' Union is opposed to the compul- sory marketing of hogs and sees no need of assembly yards being pro- vided. The Union has opened a provincial office in Guelph, where A. V. Cormack will be in charge. LUV. DONALD JOY M Lon- don, who is the rhiSS1611er at the'Spiritual Life Miesion being held in First Presbyterian Church September 29 to Octo- ber 4. The mission. j .sponsot- ed 'BY the Senforth iiiniWial ASsOctationk. • SEAFORTH, ONTARIO; SEPTEIVIBER 20, 1957 . leseieesese , ss, LOSS WAS ESTIMATED AT 850,000 in a fire early Wednesday that levelled the Cromarty Feed and Chopping Mill and damaged the residence of Norman Harburn (left), and the roof of the Pres- byterian Church before being brought under control (Photo 14 Phillips) Fire Destroys Cromarty Mill Vilicige Threatened By Blaze An east wind saved the village of 000 fire swept through the Crom- Cromarty from possible destruc- arty Feed and Chopping Mill and tion Wednesday morning as a $50,- left one family homeless. Fire was discovered in the mill JULIETTE, widely known TV personality, will appear before a Seaforth audience on Friday, October 4. Here as the guest of the Seaforth-Ath- letic Association, she Will ap- pear in company with Mart Kenny and is orchestra and other special attractions. about 8:20, while a customer, Robert Gardiner, was loading feed at the rear platform, helped by Doug McKellar, an employee at the mill. On noticing the fire in the dust over one of the mixers, Mr. Gardiner rushed across the road to the store of Otto Walker and placed a call to the Mitchell fire brigade, while Mr. McKellar and another employee, Gordon Col- quhoun, tried to extinguish the blaze. Quickly Spreads Mitchell brigade arrived to see the building completely enveloped in flames.. At 8:50, when the sev- erity of the fire, and possibility of spread, was ascertained, Seaforth brigade was called. Owned by the Great Star Flour Mills Limited, the mill was man- aged by Archie Cooper, of Mitchell Feed Mills Limited assisted local- ly by Don Schellenberg. When the Seaforth truck arrived the fire had spread south to the insul-covered residence of Norman Harburn, and a shed directly be - bind the house. The north wall was completely burned, but little furni- ture was lost in the blaze as neigh- bors and onlookers cleared the house when it was threatened, - Church Roof Wire Sparks from the fire, blown west by a slight east wind, ignited the Twister in Hensall Area Damages Barns, Trees While the owner lay immobile in bed, the outcome of an accident two years ago, Hensall district residents pitched in on Monday to help restore his barn, the roof of which was torn off by a small twister which passed through the Hensall district Stinday afternoon. The owner of the farm, Donald Hulbert, RR 3, Zurich, was lying in the living room of his home, with most of his body encased in a cast, when the storm struck and windows of the room in which he was lying were smashed. Mr. Hulbert, his wife and seven- year-old son, live on the Babylon Line, west of Hensall. In 1955 Mr. Hulbert fell in Zurich and broke his leg. The fracture required a bone graft, and 14 months passed before the break healed, Mr. Hulbert was on his feet and doing light work about the farm for about six weeks, when he fell again behind his barn., and broke the leg akains That was three months ago: He has been in a body cast since then. Almost the entire roof of the 60x40 -foot barn was torn off by the lashing wind. A brooder house, a full 40 -gal - Ion gasoline tank, and a stove were lifted from the ground and depos- ited about 50 feet away. The twister also destroyed several ap- ple trees, parts of the roof of a summer kitchen at the rear of the house and flattehed a corn field. On Monday, about 20 neighbors put sheathing on the roof of the barn in an effort to save what crops are already in storage. An estimate hats the extent of the damage at $400 none of whiehmas Covered by insurance. 04,.,4%;'"'•04,101:f "(4,41', Nik•Ai Tf3 14i; Ot. • ' ' During the short but violent storm, when torrential rain, ac- d-ompanied by tornado-like winds, struck through the district, the roof of a large barn, 85 feet long, owned by Dr. James W. Bell, No. 4 Highway, south of Hensall, was completely blown off, part of it hanging by the corner of the barn. The barn housed machinery and some hay. The roof of a nearby shed was blown off and corn flat- tened. Several fruit trees in the orchard and a large mulberry tree were shattered. Blown From Waghway A car driven by W. C. Anderson, of Arthur, with a mobile home at- tached, being driven along No. 4 Highway in front of the Bell resi- dence at the time of the storm, was blown over on its side in the ditch. A 'wrecker from Hensall Motor Sales removed the car and trailer and Mr. Anderson contin- ued on his way with no injuries and no damages, but with the comment that he was lucky to be alive. OPP Helmer Snell, of Seaforth detachment, was on traffic duty directing the long line of cars in the area to see the damage. A large elm tree near the farm of Robert McLean, east of Hensall, was shattered, crop flattened and his telephone system disrupted. Rain in Seaforth In the immediate Seaforth area the storm was confined to a tor- rential downpour that flooded roads and fields. While in some cases basements 'were running deep in water so heavy was the rain, the floods disappeared almost as rap- idly as they came, and &linage Was geltgibIe. , . •• • 'wee:ease • • sieeee, esegrefeeter roof of the Presbyterian Church around the corner from the mill. BY the time this small blaze was discovered, it had eaten a hole through the roof. Seaforth brigade quickly extinguished the blaze. , Heat was so intense that win- dows in the Walker store were cracked and had to be covered to - prevent more serious damage to the contents. Insul brick on the gable of the store and painted, woodwork, was badly scorched by the heat. Two men stood guard on the roof to prevent any outbreak in the east side of the village. At press time no decision bad been reached by officials of the St. Marys firm as to rebuilding the mill, which services a large farm area in the southern part of Hibbert township. Mr. and Mrs. Harburn, left tem- porarily homeless by the fire, are moving into the residence recently vacated by Mr. and Mrs. L. Sors- dahl. Mr., Mrs. Stimore Wed 25 Years Celebrating 25 years of wedded bliss, Mr. and Mrs. Norval Sti- more, RR 1, Walton, were at home to their friends and neighbors Sat- urday, Sept, 7. During the after- noon and evening a social time was spent, when the couple were presented with many beautiful gifts, including a chest of silver- ware from their brothers and sis- ters. Mr. and Mrs. Stimore were mar- ried in Wingham Presbyterian Church, Sept. 7, 1932, by the Rev. McLean. Making up the wedding party were Mrs. Jack Templeman, Wingham, and Alvin Sfimore, of Walton, Following their marriage the couple resided at the same farm they occupy today, lot 15, conces- sion 14, McKillop Township. The bride of 25 years is a daugh- ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Homuth, Wingham, while t h e groom is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stimore, Walton, During the at-home celebration, three women who served at the original reception performed the same duties: Miss Yvonne McPher- son, Miss Leah Robertson and Mrs. Sven (Mary) Noren. They were assisted at this year's party by Mrs. Joe Kerr and Miss Beryl MeFarlane, Pouring tea in the afternoon were two sisters of Mrs, Stimore, Mrs. John Templeman and Mrs. How- ard Bedford. Mr. Stimore's two sisters, Mrs, Earl Machan and Mrs. Ken McFarlane, poured tea in the evening, assisted by a cou- sin, Miss Margaret Grieve. Guests were present from Nia- gara Falls, Egmondville, Wingham, Toronto, Stratford and Tiverton. Has No Plans For Hoff Property There are no immediate plans to develop the former Texaco station on Main Street, which he bought recently from Milt Hoff, according to John Bach. Mr. Bach said he will use the garage on the property for ware- housing certain of his farm 'mole: nient stock, but beyond that had ttO Plans for the property. Urge. Grads Work Hard; Given Pins - Work hard, go on to greater things, was the theme as Rev. Bruce W. Hall addressed members of the graduating class of Seaforth Public School. Mr. Hall was speak- ing at the September meeting of the Home and School Association at which time graduation pins were presented to the class which graduated this summer. Over 90 persons were in atten- dance at the meeting, presided over by the new president, Mrs. Dale Nixon. Rev, Hall spoke on the life of a sick missionary's son, who, even after being forced to return to America, had a burning desire to learn more and persue a higher education, although faced with al- most certain death. A better than passing mark is necessary if entering univereity, the speaker pointed out, because of the number of good students and the lack of accommodation. He impressed on the class of young scholars that they should work hard at their studies and al- ways have good, clean thoughts, no matter if it be in life, education or sports. Mrs. Dale Nixon presented the class of over 30 with class pins. Mrs. Patterson, past president, who served a two-year term at the head of the Home and School Association, was honored with a past president's pin, presented to her by Mts. Elva Ellis, of the staff of the school. Parent of the month is Mrs. E. McKenster. Entertainment was provided by members from the class of grads, including Donna Mae Berger, who sang "Danny Boy"; Phyllis Bry- ans playing a piano solo; Pearn McLean singing, "It Is No Sec- ret", and .Penny Johnston picking a solo on her guitar. '- Following the successful meeting, lunch was served by the commit- tee, under Mrs. J. C. MacLennan and Mrs. Angus MacLean. Hensall Kinsmen install Officers Les Parker, Exeter, Deputy Gov- ernor for Zone D, installed the fol- lowing officers of the Kinsmen and Kinettes at a joint meeting at Lee's Restaurant Thursday even- ing. The 1957-58 slate installed were: president, Jack Drysdale; vice-president, Harold Knight; reg- istrar, Robert Rea burn; secretary, Frank Pearce; treasurer, George Sawyer; bulletin editor, Conrad McRoberts; directors, Bob Baker, Jr., Jim Clark, Frank Ellwood. Kinettes: president, Mrs. John Beal; vice-president, Mrs. Frank Ellwood; secretary, Mrs. Jack Drysdale; treasurer, Mrs. George Sawyer; registrar, Mrs. William Mickle; bulletin editor, Mrs. Con- rad McRoberts. For the meeting presided over by President Jack Drysdale, differ- ent projects were discussed. Treas- urer George Sawyer presented the report .of the Ontario Bean Festi- val and disclosed that the project was a great financial success. The Kinettes presented a service pro- ject, two $25 scholarships to the girl and boy with the highest standing average in Oracle IX in Hensall Public School this year. Frank Ellwood won the draw. Out-of-town guests included Mrs. Les Parker. Exeter, and Dave Mof- fatt, from Preston Kinsmen Club. • ... • , • 5p:z.p".-:-.• • • • - /-:•4 . ": • RONALD LITTLE, 13, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Little, Win- throp, won three firsts and a third at the McKillop School Fair Thursday with his prize calf. The lair, which attracted a large entry, was marred by rain which fell in mid-afternoon. Mid Day RainMars cKillop Fair e.2 While a sudden shower in mid- afternoon marred outside activi- ties, McKillop School Fair Thurs- day was an outstanding success, according to President William Boyd and Secretary Ken Stewart, Held this year at S:S. No, 10, at Winthrop, the fair had access to the Winthrop playing field across the road from the school. The large field provided a perfect setting for outdoor features. Previous fairs had been held at S.S. No. 6, Mc- Killop. According to Mr. Stewart, en- tries were up to normal and atten- dance was higher than a year ago. The fair was officially opened by Doug Miles, Huron County ag- ricultural representative, and Fos- ter Fowler, founder of the fair, spoke briefly. President Boyd, who introduced Mr. Miles, was chairman of the program. Those taking part in the pro- gram were Bert and Mervin Pep- per, Sharon Strong, Ken Ducharme and Wm. Norris, who entertained with music and song. Brodhagen Band was also in attendance. The -prize -winners in the beauty contest were Sharon Beuermann, Leona Glanville and Robe Doig, and in the "Mr. McKillop" con- test, Jerry Cronin, Jimmy Alexan- der and Eric Bennewies. Winners of the baby contest were: under six months, Jane Johnston,daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs, Harry John- ston; six months to one year, Shei- la Campbell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Campbell; Kevin Kerr, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Kerr; Steven Nesbitt, son of Mr, and Mrs. Harry Nesbitt. Prize for the oldest gentleman went to David Boyd, for the oldest lady to Mrs. Robert Beattie. Livestock Horses—Pony colt, Vincent Ma. loney, No. 1; Peter Eckert, No. 1. Pony and sadle, Ronnie Little, No. 10. • Calves --4.11 senior beef calves, Donald McKercher, Amy Stewart, Marguerite Scott, Jean Moylan; 1957 beef calf run on cow, Gordon Moylan; senior dary calf. Donald McNichol; best dairy heifer calf, 1957, junior, Ronald Little, Doug- las Boyd, Joan Boyd; best dairy heifer calf, senior, Ronald Little; sweepstakes, Ronald Little; best showmanship, Donald McKercher, Amy Stewart, Ronald Little; live- stock judging, Ken Papple 95, Don- ald McKercher 94, Geraldine Den- nis 91. Don Covne 89. Keith Sie- (Continued on Page 7) With 111 SuCeeg4011 fau Athgremic'ulttlidirealetietIr arthe'7/01.0.e' g stone unturned to ,Ineketlie,•' h fair, Fridaybetilofg tillra bete4.413'euroalAtast'Aildd- ing fair in a long'series 0, uc- cessful exhibitione. Prizes ling $7,000 are being Offered. Last year the society was sue- cessful in meeting the initial re- quirements for a class `13' rating, and members are determined that the second stage in their three-year .; campaign to obtain the rating,:•will A be met this year, according t,9 President R. W. Campbell. : ro- permanent improvement do' a eb:e tyhoefaary ere orlsr ate. verigeoci4,4;t. d uIenedk keeping pni nu directors e thgreounbodsardorerbeuicteiddingsa. nnt booth for the Seaforthe WtniAies • Institute. Preliminary events get .under way Thursday, when ail indoor'ex- hibits will be put in place land judging completed. On Thursday evening an outstanding program is being arranged, which will be held • in the Arena' in conjunction with, the exhibits of merchants and dis- trict manufacturers. The pregrnin this year features local talent,tas well as a 'professional nieglcian act. Will Open Fair This year the fair will be official- ly opened by David Barrie, RR 7, Galt, who is president of the On- tario Junior Farmers Association. The opening ceremony will take place in front of the grandstand,.at 3 o'clock Friday afternoon. Mr. Barrie, well-known in Junior Farmer circles, was one of four Ontario Junior Farmers to repres- ent the province on an overseas exchange trip in 1956. Just recent- ly he has returned from Beirut, Lebanon, where he attended the World Rural Youth Conference, In selecting Mr. Barrie to open the fair, directors recognized the fact that the Seaforth Fair attracts the largest entry of 4-H participants of any of the country fairs. For many years the 4-H Championship Beef Calf Show has been an out- standing agricultural event in the county, and has attracted as high as 65 entries of top cattle. In ad- dition to the Beef Calf Club Show, other 4-H Clubs who will partici- pate are the Seaforth 4-H Swine Club, the 4-H Championship Swine Club Show, the 4-H Dairy Calf Club and the 4-H Beef Calf Club, 4-H Poultry Club and the McKillop 4-H Grain Club. Large Cattle Show The cattle exhibit promises to be one of the outstanding showings of cattle in the province, outside the top shows such as the Royal. This year the Ontario Hereford Regional Show takes place at the Seaforth Fair, as well as the Perth - Huron Shorthorn Cattle show. •In addition to this, the society has added eight classes for Guernsey cattle, and has increased the Ayr- shire class from eight to twelve. As has been the case during re- cent years, one of the highlights on Friday will be the parade of district school children. The par- ade will form at Victoria Park and proceed to the Agricultural Park and will be led by Brodhagen. Brass Band. Arriving at the park, competing schools will be judged in a variety of events. The after- noon program at the park includes harness races for purses totalling $400, and open running races, a calf race and pony races. In addi- tion to this, professional entertain- ment is also planned. Seaforth's 112th fair ends with a dance in the Arena Friday evening, Mrs. T. L. Scott was guest speak- er at a meeting of the Bessie Mc- Murchy group of the Presbyterian Church in Listowel on Tuesday ev- ening. •erigiree'K • C4.01TIN:AG1:11:4:47,0;7::::::e.:rvia:s.g.:izn.g tothe perm- WOrking agahist time to have the booth ready for the 114h raft. anent structures at Agricultural Park, directors are shown here ereeting a booth for the use of the Seaftirth Women's InStitUte. ..3AL4114k44.4iAtte•Ildiditilitial. on Friday, are, (left -to right) .Alex Dennis,Vresident I bell, Gordan Nipple, Robert McMillan and (atty hid l'ibneb., On the ladder is 4 Smith andithee' , ' j.