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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-12-02, Page 2PAGE TWO The Wingham Advance-Times Published at WINGHAM ONTARIO .00Subscription Rate — One Year $2, Six months, $1.00 in advance, To U, 8. A., $2,50 per year. Foreign rate, $3.00 per year, Advertising rates on application 'WILL COUNTY COUNCILS GO? Warden C. R. Vandusen, of Bruce, -declared recently that the day is not far distant when County Councils will be abolished. He saw the action of the Provincial Government in assum­ ing more of the work formerly allott­ ed county councils as indicative of this. At the East Wawanosh nomin­ ations Reeve Peter W. Scott said the time may come when we will not have county councils or it may be township councils. He did not elab­ orate on his statement. Warden Vandusen says that such a move would not be in the best inter­ ests of the people and we are inclin­ ed to agree with him. As we attend­ ed the various nominations we feel that the reports of the various reeves regarding county affairs show that they have a good grasp of what is going on and that there is plenty of work for such a body. It is true that the government has taken over much of the work that used to be done by the county fathers but are sure that remote control of all county business by Queen’s Park would not be in the best interest of people of the various counties. It has been stated over and over again that we are over-governed in •Canada and no doubt there is much truth in the statement However, we would not wish to see the day when -our county affairs are taken entirely out of the hands of the people of the county. •»!! Br/rrv/ Illustrated—Oldsmobile "S"Sedan with trunk Oldsmobile is again the Style Leader with a brilliant and original front end—long, sweeping lines—and graceful body contours. OLDSMOBILE TK7TTH the greatest roll call of features ever announced in a popular-priced car, the new 1938 Oldsmobile stands out as today’s smartest buy. Oldsmobile steps ahead with dynamic streamlining that sets the new style! Its big 93 Horse* power engine gives you flashing action andmore miles to the gallon! And Olds* mobile again provides EVERYTHING that’s new and proved in fine-car features* The safety of an All-Steel Turret Top Body by Fisher—Super-Hydraulic Brakes — Olctamohtfe £s also available 'itt HO h.p. Eight-Cylinder models. Safety Glass all around—and Center- Control Steering. The comfort of Knee Action Wheels—Dual Ride Stabilizers—■ Fisher No-Draft Ventilation—and roomy, luxurious interiors. The economy of the Vacuum Fuel Saver—-Automatic Choke —and Full-Pressure Lubrication. Never has your money bought so much as in the new 1938 Oldsmobile —“The Car That Has Everything”* See it on display ...and ask about low monthly payments on the General Motors Instalment Flan. CRAWFORD’S GARAGE THE BEAUTY OF WAR? i Vittorio Mussolini, aviator-son of Premier Mussolini, of Italy, -says in his book on the Conquest of Ethiopia that war is the “quintessence of beauty.” The book was written, so it is said, so that the Italian youth may learn from a young man what it feels like to be fighting a war when only 20 years of age and to be above war’s sorrow, appreciating only its I beauties. There is nothing beautiful about | war! The marching of troops, the formation of flying squadrons and the movement of war machinery are stir­ ring scenes but they arc not beautiful What beauty is there in the dropping’ of bombs which spew death and de­ struction? What beauty is there in seeing the lives of comrades snuffed out or the terrifying of civil popula­ tions? What beauty is there in see­ ing towns and cities evacuated, the people fleeing homeless to God knows where? What beauty is there in the countless war cemeteries where acre upon acre are covered with the cross­ es of those who died in battle? What beauty is there in the destruction of towns and cities to terrify the wo­ men, children and other civil popula­ tion? War is not beautiful. War instead of being the “quintessence of beauty” is the quintessence of foolishness modern barbarism. -s’ S- S* Christmas is fast approaching, your shopping early. ijl 4< A year ago the past week-end roads were blocked with snow. This year it was raining and muddy. It seems a happy medium is hard to find but at that we are much better off than war-torn countries, places devas­ tated by floods or swept by hurri­ canes. After all there is no place like home. Do our 100,000,000 Russians will go to the HE WAS ALWAYS TIRED AND ILL Three Complaints Gave Him a Miserable Time from three complaints— kidneys, sciatica and how could this man be ,e but tired and ill? This Suffering disordered rheumatism, anything eh is what he writes:— “Up to a month ago, I had suff­ ered continually from kidney disord­ er, sciatica, rheumatism, and general­ ly felt off colour. I was constantly tired, and under medical supervision, I tried many remedies, but without effect until I gave Kruschen Salts a trial. In four weeks, Kruschen has brought about a complete transfor­ mation. I have a healthy appetite and once more feel that it is good to be alive.”—S.V.N. The kidneys are the filters of the human machine. If they become slug­ gish, impurities find their way into the blood-stream, and the seed of half-a-dozen common ailments is sown. The scientific combination of salts in Kruschen quickly coaxes the kid­ neys back to healthy, normal action. Soon your ailments are relieved and life becomes a joy again. < polls on December 12th. We give you just one guess as to the result. jjc 4. *1* A new- altitude record of 53,937 feet has been set. That is what one might call being up in the air. said that Great rearmament pro­ country a strong ❖ * Sir John Simon Britain’s gigantic gram is giving the voice in world affairs. The pen is just as mighty as the sword makes it, apparently. 4: 4? 4< 4: In British Columbia the speed lim­ its for cars will be ten miles lower the; wingham advance;-times Thursday, December 2, 1937 by night than by day. This appears to be a very sensible regulation, 44 4* Great Britain is ordering from Canada 300 snow plows so that they will be ready for any emergency. Too bud we could not retain one for this district. 4? 4* * *1* The Brussels Conference admits its failure to settle the Chinese-Japanese warfare. The the ability of complish its will never be countries that stronger method is necessary. public has no faith in this conference to ac- purpose. Conferences pf much use against are bound to fight. A TURNBERRY AGAIN RETURNS COUNCIL BY ACCLAMATION 4? 4< 4; 4« The county rate of 4 mills gave a total assessment of $219,444.67, a re­ duction from last year when $243,049 was raised. The township showed a population of 1480, acreage 35,720, equalized assessment $1,605,090 and a total of $6,440,30 raised for county purposes. He explained that the township was assessed differently this year for high schools, and that the county had been relieved of their share of old age pensions and Mothers’ Allow­ ances. This year the county was pay­ ing its way and would have a small surplus at the end of the year. 172 applications had been received for old age pensions which greatly exceeds any other year. There had also been 27 applications for the mo­ ther's allowance. There are 95 in­ mates in the County Home, 25 of which are receiving the old age pen­ sion, and 105 benificiaries under the mother’s allowance act with 240 child­ ren dependent. The same rate had been struck this year, but the ratepayers would notice’ a substantial reduction in their tax bills through the subsidy of one mill by the Provincial government. Mr. Wright asked that the rate for High Schools be explained more fully and in explanation Mr. Grain said that 50% of the township’s share is to be assessed directly against, the township while the other 50% is as­ sessed against each section according to the number of days the scholars from there attend the school. Roy Porter Last spring in driving over the roads we found that many improve­ ments were necessary, so we arrang­ ed a program to take care of them, he said. We secured the services of the Howick grader, which was used on approximately 60 miles at a total cost of $564, half of which we will re­ ceive back from the Government in their grant next year. Our grant re­ ceived this year was $1302. Richard Wilton He said that the only reason he was remaining in the council this year was to save the cost of an election. He thanked Mr. Grain for his kind remarks regarding his bereavement this year. The relief had been reduc­ ed this year and he believed the el­ ectors were satisfied with the pres­ ent council. Mr Wright concurred in the kind words of sympathy. Harold Moffatt During the past four years he had served on the Council and while he had made mistakes, he had tried to do his best, and lie believed that any person who didn't make a mistake never did .very much. A bridge had been painted this year at a cost of $45.00 plus $145.15 for paint. There are still several that are badly in need of paint and next year they will endeavour to do a couple more. The expenditure on roads this year would be about the same as last year $3,500. The claims for sheep killed by dogs were only $3.00, the lowest in many years. James Breckenridge He was pleased to serve the town­ ship for another year. He explained that while the costs of cutting weeds and brush were somewhat higher this year, it was something that needed to be done, arid in some places a chem- ; ical solution of sodium and calcium chloride was used to destroy the weeds. Jokingly he said he should have the credit for low sheep claims, because of his ability to run 80 rods and his prowess with the shot gun,! relieved the township of some of the killers. Jas. T. Wylie, Road Supt. for the Township, was called, who in his few remarks said that for nine years he had served the people as Supt, and in that time every council had Work­ ed With him to the interest of the municipality. The Treasurer’s Report Benson Cruikshank reported that Should no unforseen expenditures arise there should be a small surplus this year. Interest charges had been reduced by $100 this year and they did not owe the bank any money. The tax arrears are small, and the township had purchased a couple of II This store will be closed for 6 to 8 weeks during January and Feb­ ruary as Mrs. Boyle will be taking a course in desiging in order that she will be better able to serve you. For the above reasons, every Coat, Dress, Suit, other garments, also Millinery are priced to clear from now until Christmas. All merchandise plainly marked at Sale Prices. Now is your opportunity to purchase at a great saving. DRESSSES — MILLINERY — EVENING DRESSES COATS — LINGERIE — BABY’S WEAR properties at a tax sale, but when the title is received they will be sold. The debenture debt of the town­ ship this year was reduced by $2600 and the end of the year will amount to $14,864.24. The following are the debentures and when they mature: Armstrong Drain 1945, Lower Wing­ ham School 1945, S. S. No. 5, 1949, Jermyn Drain 1939, Fisher-Gregory Drain 1939, (Deyell Drain 1939, this is the only drain in which the twp. has any direct interest); Hyslop Drain 1940, Ruth Louttit-Drain 1Q40, Hupfer Drain 1940, O’Malley Drain 1942, Bryce Drain 1942, The Clerk, W. R. Cruikshank. was called to explain the school levy and assessment. Greetings From Howick Reeve J. A. Bryans, of Howick, was present and brought greetings from his township. He complimented the old council on receiving an acclama­ tion, and also the township on its ex­ cellent financial condition. He was glad that as a neighbouring township they had been able to co-operate in loaning the grader. Others who spoke briefly were for­ mer Councillors Arthur Wheeler, W. Austin, Peter MacEwen, Ed. J. Baird, J. J. Moffatt and Win. Breckenridge also Thos. Stewart, who' said that came to the township in 1856. Roland Grain In his return to the platform explained that the demonstration the chemical weed killer had been compulsory, and that it cost about $45 to do 450 to 500 rods on one side of the road. The Government, he said, looks on reforestation as a very important matter and something should be done In Turnberry about it. Turnberry is third lowest in the county in wood­ land, having only 3.7%, while they are second high in slash at 5.5% and swamp and waste land of 18%. He quoted tlie kind of trees for different soils and the quantity that could be received from the Government, he he of BELGRAVE Successful Euchre arid 'Dance The Women’s Institute held a eu­ chre and dance in the Foresters’ hall Friday evening and a very good time was enjoyed. The first-part of even­ ing Was spent in playing progressive euchre. Frizes were won by ,Mabel Coultes and W. Procter for the most points and consolation prizes went to N. Jameison and Mrs. M. Grasby, Wilber Procter won the prize for the most Ione hands, Lunth was served by the ladies and the remainder of th*e time was spent in dancing With Jackson’s Orchestra supplying the music. Miss Lilia Taylor of Wdlesly, spent the at he.r home here. Mrs. Stanley Cook, who underwent EVERY ARTICLE is drastically* reduced in price an operation in Wingham General Hospital is doing as well as can be expected. Miss Florence Blair, daughter of Mrs. W. Blair of Wawanosh, received her nurse’s diploma at the Graduation exercises held at the Ontario Hospi­ tal, Toronto on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Blair, Mr. and Mrs. H. Walsh and Mrs. W. Blair attended the graduation. Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Scott, Mrs. H. Procter, Mrs. Cecil Wheeler, Mr. J. M. Coultes, Mr. A. Vincent, Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Coultes attended the Roy­ al Winter Fair and the United Farm­ ers of Ontario Convention in Toron­ to. Annual Meeting of Farmers Club Tuesday. The annual meeting of the Belgrave Farmers Club will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jordan on Tuesday evening, Dec. 7th -at 8 o’­ clock. The report of the convention $ W’UFi: 0/ !The number one any housewife is trical appliance, kind of gift that makes Christmas last the year ’round in any home. Be sure to visit this store when you start looking for gift for an elec- It’s the the perfect gift. Electric Mixers The latest and best, complete with all access­ ories. Hi hi g® 9 will be given. Officers for the year 1938 will be appointed. A good at­ tendance is hoped for. Will the mem­ bers bring sandwiches, terested in the farmers welcome. All those in­ problems are of winter aWith the approach great interest is being shown in the making of a skating rink just on the north side of the village on George Cook’s farm. COUGHS, DISTEMPER, BROKEN WIND have met their master m ZEV—made by the mak­ ers of Buckley’s Mixture. Stockmen, poultry breed­ ers, etc., who have used ZEV say it is positively “sure fire’’ relief for all respiratory diseases in horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry and dogs. It is amazing how quickly it gets results in. the most stub­ born cases. In fact, we guarantee ZEV to do in a day or two what it took old- fashioned remedies a month to do. Pet size 50j5, Stock size $1.00. Get ZEV at C. H. McAVOY Electric Irons Late model Hot-Point iron, heat control unit, extra light weight. Electric Toasters The Automatic Toaster, double-sided, with heat governor. A beautiful gift. M ‘i a