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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-12-02, Page 1Single Copies Five Cents PRIZES AWARDED TO S.S. PUPILS .Baptist Church Sunday School Had Course in Bible Alphabet The John St. Baptist Sunday •School held an open session Sunday morning at which prizes were given to scholars reciting the Bible Alpha­ bet. The reciting of these passages of Scripture has been a feature in the -Sunday School for the past several weeks. Miss Kathleen-Pringle, the Super­ intendent, presided over the meeting and Miss Ida Kelly and Mr. Abner ’Cosens acted as judges. . • The presentation of prizes was .made by Merrill Cantelon to the fol­ lowing seventeen scholars, First prize winners, Marjorie Falconer, Rozetta -Dennis, Marie Kelly, Velma Stoakley, Lena Horne, Grace Horne, Elgin Loney, Arno and Jimmie Stoakley, Joe Falconer and Robert Mundy; se- -ond prizje winners, Reta Stapleton, Annie Shiell, Edith Giousher, Ivan "Gardner, Arthur Horne and. Norman Mundy. This .Sunday fifty Bibles will be dedicatedt during the Sunday School ^period, replacing those which have served the school for the past number ■of years.* Drop a hint to your wife about our fine display, of Men’s Slippers for ■Christmas—Greer’s Shoe Store. Get Your Radio License This is just a reminder to any who have not as yet procured their 1937 radio license. In some of the towns in this district radio license inspectors have been checking up on homes •where radios are in use and those who were not in possession of the neces­ sary license appeared before the mag­ istrate and were fined. 's Little Tot Fine Poppy Seller .Probably the youngest poppy seller in Canada is June, 5-year-old daught­ er of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Waller of Wroxeter, This year is not June’s - first experience in selling poppies for the Wingham Legion, as last year she also was out doing her share. June must have a way with her as the box she used was one of the best turned in. Cameron Geddes Concert Enjoyed The program presented by Camer­ on Geddes and his entertainers in the Town Hall on Tuesday night under the auspices of the" Wingham. Athlet­ ic Association was thoroughly enjoy­ ed by a fair sized audience. Rex. Slo- combe, a magician, was a decided hit and Cameron Geddes’ solo numbers delighted his audience. Bill Hastings, Australian comedian, got many a laugh, and Ed. Musgrove was a good accompanist throughout. Women Frighten Off Robbers Chased by an Exeter woman two burglars continued to work in an or­ ganized fashion along the 18-mile stretch of No. 4 highway between Ex­ eter and Clinton late Saturday night and early Sunday. They robbed five places in all before they abandoned their raids before they abandoned their raids after they had been foiled a second time, this time by a Clin­ ton district farmer. Despite the fact they were noticed at the scene Of the first robbery, on the outskirts of Ex­ eter, the pair continued their raids, stealing jewelry and silver. CURLERS HELD THEIR ANNUAL MEETING ■Officers and Committee Chosen for the Season. The Huron Curling Club held their annual meeting last week' when following officers were elected: President—J. A. Wilson. Vice-Pres.—J. J. Evans. Sec.-Treas.—Dr, A, W. Irwin,, Bonspiel Committee—Jack McKib- bon, Donald Rae, T. H. Gibson, J. Mason, Geo, Orvis. Jitney Committee—Jim Murray, T, H* Gibson, Ed. Small, J. A. Wilson. Entertainment Committee —W. G. Gray, H. Diamond, Wm. Elliott; Levi Lott, Geo. Orris. Membership Committee—J, son, J. Murray, Geo. Orris, J. bon, Wm. Elliott. The rink has been cleared surface levelled ready for flooding, and as soon as the weather is cold enough ice will be made. The club is looking forward to a good season. Membership tickets may be secured from any member of the committee. the A. Wil* McKib- and the TURNBERRY AGAIN RETURNS COUNCIL BY ACCLAMATION Roland Grain Receives Acclamation As Reeve for Fifth Term. With perfect weather prevailing for Turnberry nominations on Friday af­ ternoon the number of electors who turned out was not as great as last year. Very little criticism was heard from those present. As only the ne­ cessary number were nomination they were declared elected by acclamation. The following were those nominated 'together with their mover and sec­ onder, For Reeve Roland Grain, by Jos. Brecken­ ridge and R. W. Hogg. , For Councillors Roy Porter, by Thos. H. Wallace and Harold Casemore. Richard Wilton, by D. H. Wallace and Ed. J. Baird. Harold tyloffatt, by Arthur Wheel­ er and Fred Hogg. James Breckenridge, by Thomas W. Walker and Wm. Austin. Following the nominations, Mr. Isaac J. Wright was appointed chair­ man, who thanked the electors for the honor as well as past honors he had received when serving as a re­ presentative of the township. He then called on the different speakers in the order in which they were nom­ inated. Roland Grain He asked that he be allowed to di­ vide his remarks into two parts, and following the other speakers he would deal with reforestation. The financial outlook of the town­ ship has improved somewhat during the past year, he said, and referred to the bereavements suffered during the year by a councillor and former councillors, offering his condolences. (Continued on Page Two) LOCAL AND PERSONAL With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2nd, 1937 REV. ANDERSON SPOKE TO INSTITUTE ELECTION FOR REEVE AND COUNCIL MONDAY I. O. O. F. GRAND MASTER WAS HERE Subscriptions; $2.00 Per Year He Told of His Visit to the Battle­ fields. The November meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute was held in the Coun­ cil Chamber on Thursday afternoon with an attendance of 46. -The President, Mrs. W. J. Hender­ son opened the meeting with the In­ stitute Ode and the Lord’s Prayer in unison. In the business session $10 was donated to the Ontario Society for Crippled Children, Toronto. The following program was given: solo by Mrs. Geo. Taylor, accompan­ ied by Mrs. J. Robinson; tap dancing by Kenneth Crawford with Miss C. Phair at the piano; duet by Misses Louise Dore and Helen Hammond, accompanied by Miss E. Rae. Mrs. J. F. Anderson as guest speak­ er, gave a very interesting talk on her visit to World War and of the Monuments to the Unknown Soldier in the diff­ erent countries. The rrjgeting closed with the National Anthem followed by lunch .and all enjoyed a very soc­ ial half hour. The hostess, Mrs. W. Wellings, was aesisted by Mrs. C. Carter, Mrs. Kerr and Mrs. W. J. Currie, Mayor J. W. Hanna, Comissioner A, J, Walker and ^School Trustees Elected' by Acclamation. Reeve Davidson Opposed by T. R. Bennett, .anid Eight Stand for the Council, Six to be Elected. G. Bro. A. L, Bruner Made Official Visit to This District, EAST WAWANOSH REEVE AND COUNCIL GOT ACCLAMATION CONCERT WAS GREATLY ENJOYED ary interesting talk on the battlefields of the WEDDINGS Walpole - Bennett St. Andrew’s Church, Sudbury, the scene of a quiet wedding on Nov. 27th, when Ethelda Jane Bennett, third daughtey of Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Bennett, Wingham, was united in 'marriage to Cecil Earlby Walpole, of Espanola, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. William J. Walpole, of Lion’s Head. The officiating clergyman was the Rev. W. Ewart Cockram. you read Greer’s Ad. It will you. for the children from Walk- not merely toys. H. C. MacLean was a Chi- and Mrs. A. J. Nortrop have to Toronto where they will the winter. and«Mrs. John Young and dau- Have interest • Gifts er’s are Mrs. cago visitor over the week-end. A Xmas Gift for the whole family, Sparton Radio, from $39.95 up. A. J. Walker. Mr. gone spend Mr. ghter, Kay, of Winnipeg, were week­ end guests of Mrs, L. Young. Mrs. Geo. Mason and Mrs. Olive Beattie returned on Saturday after spending the past three weeks in Tor­ onto and Cookstown. Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Crawford and Kenneth left on Thursday for St. Petersburg, Florida, where they will again spend the winter. Dr. and Mrs. McFadzeap, of Ing­ ersoll, and Mr. and Mrs. Duff Wells of Brantfordj spent tlie week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Gilmour. Christmas Footwear — Wc are ready for an immense business in Christmas Footwear. Come, see our display. Greer’s Shoe, Store. “Cedar Chest” — The gift that starts a home. Genuine Walnut with cedar lining. Guaranteed Moth-proof. At prices to suit. A. J. Walker. Mrs. John McLeod and daughter, Dawn Marie, of Oshawa, are visiting With (Mr. and Mrs. Walter VanWyck. Mr. McLeod motored them here on Saturday and spent the week-end. Week-end visitors with Mrs. Geo. Mason were Mrs. G, T. Gregory and son, of Cookstown, Mr. J. M. Beattie and. family, of Woodstock, Mrs. O. B. Moffatt and little daughter, of Inger­ soll, and Geo. Beattie, of Clinton. We are all ready for Xmas with a large and well assorted Stock. Make your selection? early. A. J. Walker. ---------------. Chaplain of Ontario A.Y.F.A. Rev. H. O. O’Neil of Gorrie, was elected Ohaplain of the Porvincial Council of the Anglican Young Peo­ ple’s Association at the annual facet­ ing held in St. Catherines last week. Cars Collided On Main Street Shortly after midnight Saturday two cars iocked wheels on Main St. and as a result Erank McGue, Turn* berry, will face a charge of reckless driving. The accident occurred in front of Foxton’s Dairy. Frank Moore was proceeding north and the McGue car was travelling in the opposite dir­ ection. Both cars were damaged but the occupants of the cars escaped without injury.. was Dance In Belgrave On Friday, December 3rd. Ernest’s Orchestra. Admission 25 cents. Attempt on Egypt’s Premier’s Life Premier Mustapha Nahas Pasha, of Egypt, escaped unharmed when an assassin fired four shots 'at his motor car. A 26-year-old member of the Greenshirts Association, a small group of Fascist tendencies, was ar­ rested and charged with the attempt. Leather Topped Rubbers Are considered an excellent article for cold weather, especially when there is snow, and snow is very like­ ly on the way and will arrive on time. We -make this line of goods and show a bigger and more compre­ hensive selection than any shoe store in these parts. Come in and see. — Willis’ Shoe Store, Wingham. Seeks Goderich Council Seat Mrs. J&an Hetherington, mother of Coun. R. S. Hetherington of town, is seeking a seat in the council at God­ erich.- Mrs. Hetherington, who lived for a winter here with her son, made many friends while here who will wish her success. Mrs. Hetherington has had municipal experience as she was treasurer of the Township of Col- borne for sometime. She in her campaign by the Council of Women. There is an election for the Reeve­ ship and Council on Monday next, December 6th. The polls will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mayor John W. Hanna was elected by acclamation for his fifth term. A. J. Walker was again given an accla­ mation as member of the Utilities Commission. The school trustees also were re-elected being unopposed. Reeve Fred L. Davidson who is seeking his fifth term, will be oppos­ ed by T. R. Bennett. All 1937 Council are in the field, Elmer Wilkinson, Walter VanWyck, H. T, Thomson, R. S. Hetherington, R. H. Lloyd, J. H. Crawford. The new men seeking election are Harry Browne and Joseph Evans. The complete list of nominations filed Monday night are as follows: For Mayor John W. Hanna, 'by Fred Davidson and W, VanWyck. J. H. Crawford, by R. H. Lloyd and W. H. Gurney, Dr. R. C. Redmond, by C. B. Armi­ tage and J. J. Fryfogle. Mr. Hanna acclamation, only one to qualify. . For Reeve Fred L. Davidson, by R. H. Lloyd and J. H. Crawford. T. R. Bennett by Joseph Wilson and John Weir. Both qualified. For Commissioner A. J. Walker, by R. H. Lloyd and Fred Davidson. (Accl.) For Council Elmer Wilkinson! by Walter Van­ Wyck and W. W. Armstrong. Walter VanWyck, by R. H. and J. H. Crawford’. H. T. Thomson, ’by W. W. strong and Fred .Davidson. R. S. Hetherington, by J. H. ford and Fred Davidson. R. H. Lloyd, by W. VanWyck and W. H. Gurney. J. H. Crawford, by F. Davidson and A. J. Walker. Harry Browne, by T. Y. Smith and D. Kennedy. Joseph Evans, by D. John S. Morgan, All above qualified,’6 Duncan Kennedy, by and T. Y. Smith. T. Y. Smith, by D. Kennedy and H. Browne. R!oy Mundy, by T. R. Garrett and R. E. Jackson. Gordon Machan by W. H. Gurney and J. S. Isard. (Continued on Page Four) Tuesday evening District No. 9 of the Independent Order of Oddfellows were honored by a visit from Bro, A. L, Bruner, of Ruthven, Grand Master of the Order for Ontario. The meeting was held in the Oddfellow’s rooms here and besides the local lodge, members from Blyth, Brussels, Teeswater, Lucknow, Ripley and Chesley were present. Bro. Bruner gave a very instructive and forceful address not only on Oddfellowship but on Citizenship. The Grand Master proved a very in­ formative and fluent speaker and gave a message to all present that if fol­ lowed would tend to make them finer and better citizens. D.D.G.M. W. B. McCool was in the chair and introduced the Grand Mas­ ter. He Called on many throughout the district who gave short addresses voicing their appreciation of being present to hear so splendid an ad­ dress. Refreshments were served at the close and a social hour enjoyed. Reeve Peter W. Scott Will On New Year Start His Seventh Term. An acclamation wag given Reeve Peter W. Scott and the 1937 Council at the nominating meeting held in the Belgrave School on Friday afternoon. Peter W. Scott was first elected as Reeve of the Township for 1932, so when 1938 rolls around he starts his seventh term as head of the Council board. This same Council received an acclamation last year. They are as follows: Lloyd Arm­ Craw- Diamond and to be elected. Ed. Williams Kathleen Stokes and Other Artists Presented a Splendid Program. is backed Goderich 2 chairs),Toy Sets (Table and Rockers, High Chairs, Velocipedes, Kiddie-kars and Doll Carriages. Gifts that last. A. J. Walker. ACCIDENT VICTIM DIED AT WALKERTON Inquest/ Will Be Held Coroner Thomas H. Sinclair, M.D., of Walkerton, ordered an inquest to investigate the death of Joseph Hill, 55, single, who died at Brttce County Hospital as a result of injuries re­ ceived Tuesday night last week when struck by a motor truck on highway No. 9, two miles south of Walkerton. Broken collarbone, head injuries and broken ribs which penetrated the lung and kidneys, were suffered by Hill as he attempted to cross from the side of the road to a car driven by Rudolph Seigner, who was giving him a lift to his boarding house at Henry Lerch’s, just south of Mild- may. A large Shell oil truck, of Har­ riston, turned out to the left to pass Seigrier’s car as Hill started to cross, He is said to have walked into the side running board and to have been thrown heavily to the ground and against a guard rail. kenneth McKenzie, driver of the truck, was not held t>y the police who investigated. JOLLY TIME LITERARY SOCIETY The Jolly Time Literary Society of No. 9, East Wawanosh, - held their first regular meeting on Friday night with a large number present. The following program was greatly enjoyed, solos by Clarke Johnston, Jack Reavie and Lois Burchill; read­ ings by Lawrence Taylor and Clarke Johnston; duet by Jessie Finlayson and Fred Deacon; mouthorgan selec­ tion by Fred Deacon; quaretette con­ sisting of Mrs. Jordan, Jack Coultes, Nora VanCamp and Geo. Jordan; dance by the McCallum sisters; journ­ al by Mary Dow. The meeting closed with a few hours of dancing. Reeve Peter W. Scott, on motion of John F. McCallum and Fred W, Cook. Councillors Raymond R. Redmond, oil motion of John Buchanan and Harvey Black. Harvey Black, on mofion of Geo. Cunningham and John Buchanan. J. Dustin Beecroft, on motion of Cecil Falconer and Charles Leaver. Lewis Ruddy, on motion of John Wright and David Lockhart. As only the required number were nominated Clerk Alex. Porterfield de­ clared the above elected for the year 1938. East Wawanosh has been known to have some heated discussions re- (Continued on Page Six) RESULTS OF NOMINA­ TIONS West Wawanosh Reeve, J. Stewart, (accl.); council­ lors, Brown Smythe, Cairns Aitchi- son, Bert Gammie, Thomas Webster, (accl.). Christmas Concert Will be held at Stone School, Fri­ day, Dec. 17th. Admission 15c. Chil­ dren free. Ashfield Reeve, Richard Johnston (accl.); Deputy reeve, Gilbert Frayne (aacl.). Council, W. A. Culbert, Lawrence Thompson, Alex. McDonald (aacl.). Goderich Township Reeve, Wilmot Haacke; Councillors Harry Casey, Oliver Jervis, Ben Rath- well, Herbert Cox (aacl.), all 1937 council. ” ■ In the Wingham United Church on Thursday evening a large and apprec­ iative audience enjoyed an, organ re­ cital by Kathleen Stokes, well-known from coast to coast on the air waves as the Queen of Melody,, and a con-* cert by assisting artists with Rev, J. F. Anderson acting as chairman. Mr.. H. Hoffman of Dashwood, baritone, was the singer chosen to represent Huron County at the coronation, and. presented a splendid, pragranj in ex­ cellent voice; Miss Margaret Partu- shek of Kincardine, soprano soloist, received a warm welcome and her well chosen numbers were enjoyed by all, and Mrs. W, VanWyck’s readings were a most pleasing feature The program opened with Kathleen, Stokes playing the “Blue Danube”; Mr. Hoffman’s forst group of songs were “The First Shipmate of Mine” and “Still As the Night”; Mrs. Van­ Wyck gave a- humorous reading en­ titled “Sally Ann’s Experience”, Miss Margaret Partushek sang the “Gypsy Love Son” after which Kathleen Stokes played the familiar “Glow Worm”. “To the Evening Star” and “‘Son of the Sun” were Mr. Hoffman’s next selections, after which all joined, in singing from the song sheets with Kathleen Stokes at the organ. The second half of the program op­ ened with Kathleen Stokes playing "The Holy City”, Mr. Hoffman fol­ lowed with an excellent rendition of “The Two Genadiers” followed by the popular “Shortenin’ Bread”; a humor­ ous reading by Mrs. VanWyck fol­ lowed “The Village Gossip Tries to Get Her Washing Done”, she gave as her last number “Home” with great feeling. Miss Partushek sang “Roses of Picardy”, after which Kathleen. Stokes played Handel’s Largo. Mr. Hoffman’s closing numbers were par­ ticularly well received, “Invictus” and. “The Evening Prayer”. Kathleen Stokes’ spendid interpre­ tation of the “Overture to Poet and Peasant” came as a fitting climax to a lovely evening of music and song. To Speak at Salvation Army . Mrs. Major Kirbyson, of Hamilton will conduct the week-end services at the Salvation Army Citadel. Services are at 11 a.m., 2,30 p.m. and 7 p.m. fWWil l**,. Subscribe Now to the Christmas Tree and Santa Clans 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 7.30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 23rd. Held Tea and Sale of Baking The Evening Auxiliary of the Un­ ited Church held a very successful afternoon tea and sale of homemade baking and candy in the council cham bers on Saturday afternoon. New Accountant at Dominion Bank Mr. M. R. Roberts, recently of the Yonge and Queen Street Branch, of Toronto, of the Dominion Bank, has been appointed accountant of the branch here. Mr. Roberts took over his duties here on Monday. On be­ half of the citizens of this commun­ ity we extend a hearty welcome. Won World’s Championship for Oats Canada retained the world champ­ ionship for oats with the victory of Alex. Stewart, of Ailsa Craig, Ont., at the International Grain and Hay Show at Chicago. Stewart won with Alaska Dac Number 157, a variety developed by the Ontario Agricultur­ al College. The sample weighed 47.8 pounds to the bushel. Greer’s Shoe Store have arranged with Santa Claus for all kinds of Christmas Slippers. CAR ACCIDENT NEAR CLINTON Three Cars Crash on Highway No. 4 Mrs. James Chowen, Clinton, and Miss Vera Wise, Bayfield, were tak­ en to Clinton Community Hospital, the former suffering from a broken nose and forehead lacerations and the latter ankle and knee injuries receiv­ ed in an automobile accident Friday night on No. 4 Highway four miles north of Clinton in which three cars were involved during a heavy fog. Carman McPherson, driving north to LondcsLoro was obliged to park; to change a flat tire when W> Wil­ liams, Clinton, approaching from the south, failed to sec the parked car un­ til he was close upon it owing to poor visibility. The impact propelled the standing car forward and partially across the pavement where it was directly in the way of a third car also proceeding north, driven by James Chowti, Clin­ ton, in which were Mrs. Chowen on the front seat and Kelso Streets, of Clinton and Miss Vesta Wise,’ of Bay* [field, rear seat passengers- All three Mildmay Reeve, P. D. Leisemcr (accl.), for council, B. Goetz, P. Schumacher, Frank Lobsinger, Stanley Compass, Charles Lobsinger. Hydro Commis­ sion, Arthur J. Keelan (accl.). Goderich An election in Goderich was deter­ mined at 9 p.m. Saturday night, qual­ ification deadline, when two qualified for deputy reeve and seven for the six seats in council. The slate: Mayor, H. J. A. MacEwan, (accl.). Reeve, Robert E. Turner, (accl.). Deputy reeve, E. D. Brown, J. E. Huckins. Council, C. H. Humber, Harry Sal­ keld, Mrs. Jean Hetherington, J. W. Craigie, David Sproulc, J. W. Baker, F. E. Bingham. Public Utilities, Dr. W. F. Gallows, (accl.), two years. Public school board, J. M. Roberts, W. H. Blackstone, J. A. Snyder, Wm. Bissctt, (all accl.). Kincardine Mayor, Dr. J. F. Marcus (accl.). Reeve, J. D. MacLeod, W. D. Mc- creath. Council, G. A. McGaw, J. A. Meyer W. V. Pollock, James McGillivray, William Walsh, Albert Maynard, Her bert Bagshaw (6 to be elected), M. L. (Tory) Gregg, did not qualify. Board of Education, William Mit­ chell, Sam Campbell, Vai Cottrill, Jos. Fisher, Mrs. Cora MacKenzie, Wm. Bush (4 to be elected). P. U. C., J. G. Ellenton. Walkerton Mayor, H. K. Watts, John Clancy. Reeve, William Winter (accl.). Council, Eldridge Truax, Irwin Lobsinger, Alex. J. McNab, H. H. Cross, C. R. Skelton, Thomas Jenkins Joseph Yaesk, Harold Barker. Hydro Commission, F. W. Lippert, (accl.)* School trustees, G. Henderson, Al­ an Hobley, Neil Smith, Steve James. Hensall All acclamation. Reeve, R. G. Shaddick. Council, George E. Brock* Orville Trixell, W. J. James, William hard. School trustees, George W. Rev, W. A. Young. P.U.C., Charles Moore. One of the nicest gifts for a home would be a new Studio Counch (by ■Simmons). A nice ‘Assortment to choose from at A. J. Walker’s. Won Door Prize The door prize at the Legion dance on Saturday night was won by W. King, of Brussels. Walkerton Strike Ended The 10-day-old strike at the Can­ ada Spool and Bobbin Company plant at Walkerton was settled late Mon­ day. The men returned to work in the company’s two plants Tuesday morning. Terms of the settlement were not divulged. Winners at the Bridge Club A regular meeting of the Wingham Bridge Club was held in the Masonic Hall on Wednesday evening last week with ten tables taking part in the play. The winners were: North and South, Mrs. G. Ross and R. S. Heth­ erington; Mrs. C. Armitage and J. H. Crawford; Mrs. W. W. Armstrong and Harold Mitchell; Mrs. D. B. Por­ ter and L. R. Blackwood; East and West, Mrs. G. Scott and F. Madell; Mrs. Reg. DuVal and D. B. Porter; Miss N. Dinsley and George Williams; Miss Del Walker and K. Somers. A.Y.P.A. HEARD FINE ADDRESS Principal Kidd Spoke on World Con­ ditions. Shop' Hess, cats wete oxtnesivdy damaged. Hospital Auxiliary to Meet The regular meeting of the Wo­ men’s Auxiliary to the General Hos­ pital 'will be held in the Council Chamber at 3.45 p.m. on Monday, De. cember 6th. Mr. Gordon S. Kidd, principal of the Pu.blic School, gave a very inter­ esting and educational address at the A.Y.P.A. meeting in St, Paul’s Angli­ can Church school room. on Monday night. The subject of his address wa$ “A Review of World Conditions.” He gave a very comprehensive talk oft existing conditions in the various na­ tions of the world. The meeting opened with prayer by the Rector attd the Scripture read* itig by Joe Ellacott. It was decided that the next meeting on Dec, 6th, would be a musical night. Two num* bers were given by a quartette com­ posed of Messrs. Templeman, Hutson, Wilkins, Spittai and Mr. Hutson read a description of the famous Fetticqut Lane of London, Eng. The meeting closed with a hymirt and the Benediction. ♦ I i ■ -