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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1936-12-10, Page 1W -r—- I With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter New*. Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10th, 1936 -.-nr.-an.-, . ... -r,-i fJi:. ..... ..-,w,,,,, Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year CRISIS IN BRITAIN CAUSED MUCH WORRY -Conversation in* Wingham as else­ where has been the Constitutional Crisis A week ago like a bolt from the . blue word was flashed over the world that a constitutional crisis had deve­ loped in Britain over the request of King Edward that legislation be pass­ ed so that he might marry, Mrs. Wal- . lis Simpson, an American born woman who has been twice divorced. Both her former husbands are living and her second divorce was granted in England on. Oct. 27th this year and will not become absoluete until 6 months from that date. ' Stanley Baldwin and his cabinet have been meeting daily to discuss the .situation and they will not pass leg­ islation for Mrs. Simpson to bqcome .the King’s morganatic wife. The daily papers and the radio have ■devoted most of their headline news to the situation. Mrs. Simpson fled • to Cannes, France, last Friday and the King has been at Belvedere. Conferences and conferences during ,-the week with the King and Stanley /(Baldwin did not appear to bring a settlement any closer. The Capetown Times said: ‘‘The •King is entitled to direct his private life as he pleases. But there are cer­ tain things he cannot do and remain King, and one is to marry a person whom his subjects, speaking through their governments, profoundly and rightly disapprove.’’ The above quotation appears to re­ flect the sentiment of nearly all Wing-- ham citizens to whom we have discus­ sed this question with during this j»ast trying week. There has been much suggestion ithat the King will abdicate and marry the lady of his choice. Other- re­ ports stated that the King will fight to retain the Crown and also marry Mrs. Simpson. It has been the hope of many that he would remain our King but give up the marriage. As we go to press an announcement may be made in the British House of ■Commons by .Premier Baldwin which will decide the issue. Fore the sake ■of the Empire may it be a satisfac­ tory one. Club Bags or Travelling Cases make lovely Christmas presents. See them at Greer’s Shoe Store. Appointed Mail Carrier Starting last Monday, Will Lott took' the delivery of Mail oh IL R. No. 5, Wingham. This is the route that for many years was operated by the late Robert Beattie, Mr. Lott re­ ceived word of his appointment last week. A December Morning Glory When the house plants at the home of Mrs. John Black, John St. were moved into the house this fall, little &id she think that in a few weeks 5 beautiful morning glory could be the result. This is just what happen­ ed. A seed from the morning glory­ vine must have fallen into one of the pots and the result is that a plant about- 6 inches high grew and pro­ duced a beautiful orchid colored morning glory. WINGHAM BRIDGE CLUB ORGANIZED Club Will Meet Twice a Month On Wednesday night last week in the basement of the Masonic Hall the Wingham Bridge Club was organized. Games will be played, twice a month, the first and third Wednesdays start­ ing a 8 p.m. sharp. The next game will be' played December 16th. Thb results of'the game which was a Mitchell movement of 9 fables, was .as follows: North ' and South: 1st, Mrs. M. Johnson and Dr. DuVal; 2nd, Mrs. W. H, French and George Mason; 3rd, Dr. Ross and D. Kennedy; 4th, Miss S. MacLean and R.,S. Hether­ ington, East and West: 1st, Mrs. C. Kingan and L. R» Blackwood; 2nd, ■George Williams and H. C. Hodg­ son; 3rd, Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and J, A. Wilson; 4th, Miss M. MacLean and W. T. Booth. The officers of the club were elect­ ed as follows: President—W. W. Armstrong. Vice Pres.—-Mrs. C, Kingan, Secretary—George Mason Jr, Treasurer—Miss N. Dlnsley. Tournament Committee — W< H. French, Chairman; Mrs. R. S, Heth­ erington, Miss D, Fells, J. H. Craw­ ford, George Williams, F, Madill, UNITED W. M. S. OFFICERSJNSTALLED Letter of Thanks Received From the West for Bales Sent by the Society The December meeting of the Wo­ man’s Missionary Society of Wingham United Church was held in the school room, the subject being ‘‘Jesus, the Great Physician”. Mrs, VanWyck gave a paper, “Jesus and Healing" Showing many places in the Bible where Jesus used His healing powers. Mrs. Wm, Field then offered prayer. The new study book was introduced by Mrs. (Rev.) Anderson, the first chapter treating of medical mission work being done in many countries of the world under churches of dif­ ferent denominations. This talk was very instructive, giving a broad vis­ ion of mission work outside the Unit­ ed Church. The strangers’ secretary reported that 119 calls had been made on sick people and strangers. A letter of thanks was read from a minister in Edmonton who had received the relief bales sent by Wingham W. M. S. for which he extended sincere thanks and told of the strong need for warm clothing. Miss Caroline Wellwood sent a letter of greeting as she was nearing her destination in China. She told many interesting occurrences of her, trip, remarking upon the greatly changed- conditions since her first' journey to China. The report of the nominatinng committee was present­ ed by Mrs. W. Field, and the officers were installed by Rev. J. F. Anderson who expressed liis appreciation of the great value the work of the W.M.S. has been to the Church. The meeting was closed by the president ,Mrs. F. R. Howson. The following are the officers for 1937: Hon. Pres.—Mrs. IT Pattison. President—Mrs. w. Wallwood. . 1st Vice Pres.—Mrs. Jas. Gilmour. 2nd. Vice Pres.—Mrs. M. Griffin. 3rd. Vice Pres.—Mvs/j. Wilson. Rec.-Sec,—Mrs. A. Courts. Corres.-Sec.—Mrs. B. Cruickshank. ■ Treasurer'—Mrs. W. VanWyck. Finance Sec.—Mrs. W. Field. Systematic Giving Sec. — Mrs. F, Howson.'* Christian Stewardship Sec. — Mrs. Geo. Williams. Strangers’ Sec.—Miss M. Turner. Temperance Sec.—Mrs, Dr. Stewart. Supply Sec.—Mrs. J. Robinson and Mrs. Chas. Hopper. Missionary Monthly Sec.—Mrs. W. F. Burgman. Literature Sec.—Mrs. (Rev.) Ander­ son. Press Sec.—-Mrs. W. J. Greer. Pianist—Mrs. D. Geddes. Baby Band Sec.—Mrs. W. H.,Willis. Mission Band Supt.—Mrs. E*. Web­ ’s ter. Leader of C.G.I.T.—Miss Margaret Partusliek. Bingo Don’t forget the Bingo game Fri­ day evening,in the Sacred Heart Par­ ish Hall. Christmas Concert Will be held at the Stone School, S. S. No. 7, Morris, on Friday even­ ing, December 18th. Admission 15c. Come one", come all. 15 „ Window Goes Boom Friday night the beautiful new window in the new Hydro building was installed and all day Saturday it was greatly admired by passers-by. Early Sunday evening the two sec­ tions facing John Street fell out and broke into millions of pieces. They will be replaced shortly by the con­ tracting firm. Taken to Toronto Hospital Mr, R. H. Lloyd who suffered a broken cheek bone last week was taken to New Western Hospital on Friday evening. On Monday an op­ eration was performed and we are pleased to state he is making satis­ factory progress, Mrs, R. H. Lloyd also Mr, and Mrs. W. H, French ac­ companied Mr, Lloyd to Toronto. Lucky Winners at Hanna’s On Saturday hight, Miss Mary Lu Connell drew the lucky tickets in Hanna’s shirt contest. The follow­ ing were the winners: Mrs. Wm, Hilbert, town; Stewart Cowan, town; Clarence Hamilton, town; Elmer Wil­ kinson, town; Jack E. Reavie, town; H. V. Holmes, Gorrie; Joe Green­ away, Bluevale; Mrs. Wtn. Bolt, R. R, No. 1, Wroxeter; Jack Holland, Belmore; James A. Wilson, White­ church; G. H. Elliott, R. IL No. 1, Lucknow; Wm, J, Dawson, Lucknow; W. Athol Bruce, Belgrave; Alex El­ liott, ’R.R. No. 4, Wingbam; J, Gor­ don. Mundell, Blit eval c. REV. A. LEGGETT HEADS MAITLAND PRESBYTERY Rev. G, M. Young Receives Call from South Kinloss Church. Rev. Arthur Leggett, of Moles- worth, was elected moderator of the Presbytery of Maitland for the ensu­ ing year and presided during the ses­ sions held in Melville Presbyterian Church, Brussels. Rev. John Pollock, of Whitechurch, acted as clerk, The auditors reported through Rev. J. R. Greig, of Bluevale, that they had ex­ amined the books of the treasurer, Rev, K. MacLean, of Wingham, and found everything in order with re­ ceipts of $426.53 and a balance of $145.93. It was decided to leave the rate for the presbytery and synod fund at 25c per family, the same as for 1936. A unanimous call from the charge of Kinloss South and Kinlough was presented by Rev. John Pollock, of Whitechurch, in favor of Rev. G. M. Young, of the Nairn and Beachwood charge, Sarnia Presbytery. It offered a salary of $1,500, a manse and four weeks’ holidays. Representatives of the congregations, John McDonald and John Bushell, of Kinlough, spoke in support of the call. Tentative ar­ rangements were made for the induc­ tion, the moderator of Presbytery, Rev. A. Leggett, of Molesworth, to preside and induct; Rev. Mr. Pollock to narrate the steps leading up to the call, Rev. Gordon Taylor, of Kincar­ dine, to preach; Rev. F. B, Allan,' of Tceswater, to give the charge to the' minister and Rev. J. R. Greig, of Bluevale, to address the congregation. Rev. John Pollock was instructed to prosecute the call before the Sarnia Presbytery. Rev. C. H. McDonald, of Lucknow, presented the report on standing com­ mittees for 1937. They arc as follows: Sunday schools and young people’s societies—Revs. Gordon Taylor and A. Leggett. Budget and stewardship — Revs. John Pollock and F. B. Allan. Home and Foreign missions — Revs. C. H. McDonald and W. A. Williams. Students and Colleges •— Revs. J. K. MacGillivray ancl William Moore. Evangelism and church life and work.—Revs. K. McLean and J. G. Greig. Pensions—Rev, W. A. Williams and minister of South Kinloss. Remits—Rev. A. Leggett and K. MacLean. Committee to strike standing com­ mittees—Revs. William Moore and Gordon Taylor. Auditor—Rev. F, B. Allan. The re­ presentative elder of the congregation acts in each case with the minister. The March meeting of the presby­ tery will be held in Ethel on the sec­ ond Tuesday of the month. WEDDINGS Skeoch - Higgins A quiet wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs, J. Higgins, Londesboro, Man., Wednesday morn­ ing, Nov. 11th, when their eldest daughter, Lillian Rosetta, became the bride of Mr. Thomas Skeoch, of Kill- arncy. Under an arch of pink and white streamers and wedding bells, the ceremony was performed by Rev. W. O. Robinson. The bride was daint­ ily dressed in a glory, blue dress with accessories to match. Following the wedding breakfast they left on the C.P.R. train to spend their honey­ moon in Winnipeg and Portage La Prairie. Upon their return they will reside in Killarney. The bride is a neice of W. H. Han­ ey, of town, and her mother will be remembered aS Mina Haney, of Blue­ vale and Wingham, Stag Euchre Held On Thursday night last week, the members of Maitland Lodge I.O.O,F. held a stag euchre in their rooms. The winners were: 1st. Omar Hasel- grove; 2nd, Dave Benedict; Mystery prize, Howard Machan, Ladies’ Liberal Club Mr. R. S, Hetherington gave an address to Ladies’ Liberal Club meet­ ing held in the Council Chambers on Thursday night. Mr. Hetherington gave a very interesting talk on “Pro­ vincial Affairs”. Short address were also given by Mr, W. Barbour and Mr, George Orvis. This was an open meeting and many men attended. Fol­ lowing the speaking, euchre was en­ joyed and prizes wore won by Mrs. George Orvis and W, T, Hammond, NEW ROAD PLAN GIVEN SUPPORT Deputation to Interview Minister of Highways In the near future, a deputation from the counties of Huron, Perth, Wellington, and Waterloo will wait upon the Minister of Highways at Toronto requesting the Government to consider a highway from Amber- icy through Wingham, Listowel and Elmira to Guelph. Huron County Council last week approved such a plan and as soon as an appointment with the Minister can be arranged, representatives from the above counties will place there pro­ posal before him. A deputation from Perth Council appeared before our County Council last week regarding the importance of this east-to-west main highway and on motion of Reeve Elliott and Math­ ison approved were assured of co-op­ eration. NOTICE A meeting of the Executive of the O. H. A. Hockey Club and all O. H. A. players and any others interested will be held in R. S. Hetherington’s law office at 8 p.m. on Thursday even­ ing’ this week. Business of great im­ portance to the Club will come up for discussion, so all interested please be on hand. Skates and Skating Outfits for boys, girls, ladies and gents. C-C.M. are the best. See them at Greer’s Shoe Store. On The Staff of Dominion Bank Benson Hamilton has joined the local staff of the Dominion Bank. He commenced his duties on Monday of this week. Glenannan Christmas Concert Don’t forget the Christmas Concert at Glenannan School on Friday, De­ cember 18th at 8.15 P.M. Admission Adults 15c; Children 5c. Bazaar Very Successful The Bazaar held in tlie * Council Chambers on Saturday by the Ladies’ Guild of St. Paul’s Anglican Church was a most successful affair. The re­ ceipts'were about $200. Sale of Work and Home Baking The Salvation Army Ladies’ Home League will be holding their Annual Sale of Work, Home Baking, etc., on Saturday, Dec. 12th, in the Salvation Army Hall, Edward St. Released On Bail Harry Lemon, Kincardine, in Police Court in that Lakeside town last week, was released on bail of $1,000 after a remand of two weeks. Fie is charged with conversion of funds. Kincardine Man Drowned Slipping from' an ice covered gang­ plank as he boarded the tug “On­ ward” Harold Pennington, 27 year old employee' of the McGaw Fishing Com­ pany was drowned late Monday at Kincardine. His body sank immediat­ ely and was recovered 15 minutes later by the Fire Department in eight feet of water. He is survived by his wife and four small children. Subscribe Now to the Christmas Tree and Concert Fund Donations may be left at either Bank. Be as generous as you can, as this fund was practically depleted last year. The Childrens Free Con­ cert and distribution of goodies will take place in the Town Hall at 7.36 p.tiu on Wed^ Dee. 23rd GOFORTH AUX­ ILIARY ANNUAL ___MEETING Officers For 1937 Were Installed by Rev, Kenneth MacLean ACCIDENT VICTIM LAID TO REST Inquest Into Death of Harry Hayles Will Be Held) To-Day (Wednesday) The funeral of Harry Hayles, who was struck* by a Canadian Pacific train, on Fridaj' afternoon last week, was held from St, Paul’s Anglican Church on Monday afternoon. The service was conducted by Rev. E. L. Roberts, R.D., the rector. The members of Wingham Post No. 180, Canadian Legion, B.E.S.L., at­ tended the funeral in a body. At the close of the service at the graveside in Wingham Cemetery the members of the Legion deposited poppies on the casket and The Last Post was sounded by Carl McKay. The death of Mr. Hayles took place in Wingham General Hospital about 7.40 o’clock Friday evening, following his being, struck by a Canadian Pa­ cific train at the Josephine Street crossing south of McKenzie bridge, earlier in the afternoon. Mr. Hayles was proceeding from down town to his home on Bristol Terrace about 3.30 o’clock Friday afternoon when the accident occurred. He was hit as he walked across the tracks. The fact that he was very hard of hearing and that snow was falling is believed to have been responsible for his not noticing the approach of the train. Fie was dragged a short.piece along the tracks. He was cut and bruised and his one side was badly crushed. He was also injured at the base of the skull. He was taken to the home of Mr. Fred Fuller from where he was rush­ ed to Wingham General Hospital by Dr. W. Connell. He passed away four hours later. The train which struck the deceas­ ed was backing out of Wingham en­ route to Teeswater. At the crossing where the accident occurred is an el­ ectric alarm bell. The late Mr. Hayles, who was in his 74th year, was born at Brighton, England. In 1887 he was married at Brighton to Ellen Gander. Thirty years- ago they-■cam-e-to • Cirrrada*"a,ntl’ have since resided in Wingham. Prior to coming to Canada he served with the 1st Sussex Regiment and fought under Kitchener in the Egyptian cam­ paign. He enlisted here with the 33rd Battalion C.E.F. and his active mili­ tary service totalled 21 years. One son, George, lost his life in the Great War while serving with the 58tli Can­ adians at Vimy Ridge. Two other sons were wounded. Surviving besides his widow, are four sons and three daughters, Hen­ ry, Belfast, Ireland; William, of Windsor; Mrs. Wm. Bunn, Weston; Mrs. Harold Showers, Weston; John, Weston; Harold, Weston, and Mrs. Hugh. Dwyer, also of Weston. He is also survived by one brother and one sister, Richard of Brighton, Eng., and Mrs. J. French, of Winnipeg. The. pallbearers were all Veterans, J. Jones, J. Lennard, P. Harris, F. Sturdy, George Casemore, Fred Tem­ pleman. Coroner Dr. R. C. Redmond will preside at the inquest which will be held in the Council Chambers at 4 p.m. to-day (Wednesday). The jury is composed of, Rev. J. F. Anderson, Fred Carter, Alf. Lockridge, C. H. McAvoy, Jas. Carr, Edgar Pattison, Howard Machan, E. S. Copeland and H. L. Sherbondy. On Friday evening at 10 o’clock the jury viewed the re­ mains at Currie's Undertaking Par­ lors and Doctors 'Connell and McKib- bon conducted a post mortem exam­ ination. The annual election of officers took place at the regular meeting of the Goforth Auxiliary of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church which met at the Manse on Thursday evening. ,f The president, Mrs. T. A., Currie, was in the chair. After the opening exercises and business were carried out the dedicatory prayer was taken by Mrs. J. Carr. The Scripture lesson Romans 12 was read by Miss Anne Geddes, after which Miss Johnston led in prayer. Miss Agnes Williamson accompanied by Miss Ella Rae, sang a solo. The various secretaries gave their reports on the years work. Mrs. Cur­ rie thanked all for their support, and declared all offices vacant and asked Mrs. K. MacLean to take charge of the meeting. The report of the nom­ inating committee was adopted and Rev. K. MacLean installed the new officers for 1937; exhorting them to earnest endeavour, to be diligent in prayer and in reading the Bible, After the benediction and sewing on the layette, a social hour was spent. Officers for 1937 are: Hoiv Pres.—A. E. Lloyd and Mrs. (Rev.) Kenneth 'MacLean. Pres.—Miss/Ella* Rae\ 1st. Vice Pres.—Miss Christine Is- bister. ’ / 2nd. Vice Pres.—My^ Roy Lloyd. Secretary—Miss^Margaret Currie. Treasurer—Miss Edna Carr. Welcome and Welfare committee— Mrs. T. A. Currie, Mrs. Gordon God­ kin. Press Svc.—Mrs. W. W. Armstrong Flower Sec.—Miss Agnes William­ son. Supply Sec.—Mrs, A. Posliff. Pianist—Miss K. Fry. Have you read Greer’s ad. OBITUARY Mrs. Frank Carrick The death of Mrs. Frank Carrick occurred in Wingham General Hos­ pital on Saturday evening, December 5th. Mrs. Carrick had not enjoyed good health for the past few years, during which time she suffered sev­ eral strokes, the last of which "was on the Thursday prior to her death. The deceased, whose maiden name was Harriet Piper, was in her 81st year and was born on the 9th of Turn­ berry and resided in this vicinity all her life except for a few years spent on Peclec Island. She was a member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church and a very faithful attendant. Despite her advanced years and the fact that she was ailing she continued to attend the church services until about two weeks before her death. Surviving her , are three brothers and one sister, Ralph, of Amherst- burg; Samuel, of Ruthven, Sask., Mrs. Sara Savage, Detroit, and Stephen, of town. One daughter, Mrs. Richard Hill, predeceased her at North Bay in 1927. Following a private service at the home of her brother, Mr. Stephen Piper, Frances Street, on Tuesday af­ ternoon, a service was held in St, Paul’s Anglican Church. Rev. E. L. Roberts, R.D., the rector, conducted the services. The pallbearers were, Robert War­ wick, W. J. Greer, Roy Mundy, And­ rew Mitchell, Roy Manuel and Clark­ son Martin. Interment took place in Wingham Cemetery. Sold Horse Messsr. Currie and Tcrvitt have sold their fine show mare, “Dawning Chillcoot”, Io Mr. R. S. Starr, of Au­ rora, Ont. Appointed to New Position Mr. W. C. “Bill” Reid, son of Mrs. W. B, Reid of town has been oppo’int* ed service manager for Keen’s garage, Edmonton. Bill’s many friends here wish him the best of luck in his new position. Institute Meets December 17th The regular monthly meeting of the Women’s Institute will be held in the Council Chamber on Thursday af­ ternoon, December 17thf at 2.30 sharp. The Roll Call to be answered with a sample of Homemade Candy and the Recipes. The Salvation Army Cap­ tain will be the guest speaker. An ex­ change of 25 Christmas gifts will be tmade among the members and Mrs. William Wellings will be the hostess, Missionaries Spoke Adjutant and Mrs. McTavish, mis­ sionaries from India gave very inter­ esting talks at the week end services at the Salvation Army. Mr. and Mrs, McTavish have spent 21 years in Sal­ vation Army work. Mr. McTavish is a former Winghamite. He commenced his Army training here over 20 years ago. Fined For Not Having Radio License Magistrate Makins in police court here on Thursday, clapped a fine of $2 and costs ($5 in all) on fifteen local people who had operated their radios without a license. During the past two weeks practically every town and village in this district the same thing has happened. Last year this same thing occurred here as it did in many other places in the district. It now appears that if one operates a radio without a license the long arm of the law will descend upon your home and in due course you appear before the Magistrate. YOUTHSUNDAY WAS OBSERVED Rev. Terry Hart Spoke at Both Ser- vices in the United Church and' to the Triple V Class Youth Sunday was observed, in the United Church on ."Sunday. The spe­ cial speaker for the day was the Rev. Terry Hart, lecturer at Emmanuel College, Toronto, who has offered himself for missionary duty in China. At the morning worship his mes­ sage was “This Partnership." In the evening the theme “Highest Loyalty” was discussed . At this service the following organizattions assisted with their respective leaders in charge: Tuxis Group, Ross Howson; Triple V Bible Class, Frank Collar; Bethea Bible Class, Hazel Wilson; C.G.LX, Muriel Williams. Special solos were rendered by Miss Margaret Partashek and Jack Reavie, and a quartette num­ ber by Alvin Proctor, Norman Elliott, Jim Thompson, and Jack Reatie. Triple V Class Sth Anniversary The Triple V Bible Class was also addressed in the afternoon by Mr. Hart. Sunday was the 5th anniver­ sary of the Class and Mr. Hart spoke on “The Young People of Great Bri­ tain.” As a graduate of Cambridge University he was well qualified to. discuss the problems and the exper­ iences of the young people of the Old Land. Frank Collar, President of the Class was in charge and E. S. Copeland a former leader who organized the class led the singing. Mayor J. W. Hanna and Coun. Walter VanWyck brought greetings from the council and Dr. R. C. Redmond from the church. Greet­ ings were iko extended by represen­ tatives of now formed Triple V Class at Wroxeter. The call to worship and the scrip­ ture lesson were taken by Frank Col­ lar; duet Jim Thompson and Jack Reavie; quartette, Norman Elliott, Jack Reavie, J. Thompson and Alvin Proctor. In commemoration of the event at the conclusion of the meeting a slice' of birthday cake was served to each one present. Christmas Slippers—The most com­ plete line for all the family at Greer’s Shoe Store. Will Speak Friday Evening Mr. Eric Pendleton of Toronto, re­ presentative of the British Isreal World Federation will give an address in St. Paul’s Anglican Church Sunday School room on Friday evening, Dec. 11th, at 8p.m. Everybody welcome. Silver collection. Annual Meeting of the Ladies’ Aid At the annual meeting o ftlie Ind­ ies' Aid of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church held on Wednesday afternoon all the officers were re-elected, and are as follows: Hon. Pres., Mrs. N. L. Fry; President, Mrs. H, C. Mac- Lean; 1st Vice Pres., Mrs. A. Peeb­ les; 2nd Vice Pres., Mrs. K. R. Har­ rison; Secretary, Mrs. J. E. Fells; Treasurer, Mrs. G. Godkin; Blower, Mrs. G. Olver and the Presidents. Dental Association Met Here A meeting of the Huron, County Dental Association was held here on Wednesday last week. An afternoon session was held in the Council Cham­ bers when a clinic by Dr. R. Godfrey of the Toronto University was held. The subject was “crown and bridge work." Following supper at the Queen’s Coffee Shop, the clinic was continued in the office of Dr. A. W. Irwin. Goderich, Clinton, Walkerton, Lucknow, Mitchell and local dentists attended. TWELVE SHOPPING DAYS TILL XMAS Two weeks from Friday this week will be Christmas Day. It is difficult to realize that there are just twelve shopping days till Christmas. The merchants of town realize that the Chritmas season is fast approach­ ing and their stores arc ready with fresh stocks, new and novel gifts also practical gifts that will meet with your approval. Do not leave your Christina shop­ ping until the last minute, avoid that last minute rush. Wingham stores pre­ sent a gay appearance, smartly decor­ ated for the Christmas season. It is a known fact that Wingham is the logical shopping centre for this district and from now until Christmas you will be well advised to do your Christmas shoppipg nt Winghatu stores.