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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1939-12-07, Page 1With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News* ....................1. ....... ...... ’ Single Copies Five Cents " WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7th, 1939 Subscriptions 32.00 per Year . NORTH HURON L.O.L. ANNUAL MEETING All Officers Were Re-elected The annual meeting of North Hur- • on County L. 0. L., was held in Wingham Orange Hall, with a large representation from different Lodges in the county being present. Reports . show that there is a large increase in membership during the past year. After the usual business of the year, . the election and installation of of* . ficers took place. All officers were . re-elected as follows: County Master—Bro. Robt, Mc- . Murray. •. Deputy County Master—Bro, Robt. Wallace. County Chaplin—Bro. Rev. Loney. County Rec. Sec.—Bro. Raymond . Brown. County Fin. Se’c.—Bro. Thos. Gras- > by. Treasurer—Bro. Graham Wray. County First Lecturer—Bro. Har- • old Topham. County Marshall — Bro. Benson . Finnigan. County Second Lecturer — Bro. Dickinson. • ^ Address were given by Right Wor- shipful Bro. Robert H. White, Past ' Grand Master' of Alberta; Right Worshipful Bro. Joseph Carson, Dep­ uty Grand Master of Ontario West; Past County Master of North Perth, Bro. Clarence Coghlin and County Master of North Perth, Bro. Jas. Leppard. The meeting closed with new en­ thusiasm showing for 1940. a student at the local High School for the past two years, has enrolled at St. Jerome College, Waterloo. Personal Greeting Cards The Advance-Times has a large sel­ ection of Christmas Greeting Cards which sell from 65c to $1.25 per dozen with your name and address neatly printed. Princess Louise Passes Pnncess Louise,'Duchess of Argyll, great-aunt of the King and widow of a former governor-general of Canada, died at her home, Kensington Palace. She was 91. Attended Masonic Meeting At Listowel Messrs Alex Reid, W. Stanley Hall and H. F. McGee attended a joint convocation of Listowel and Palmers­ ton Royal Arch Masons that was held in Listowel on Friday evening. Attended Listowel Function Major George W. and Mrs. Howson also Mrs. T. W. Platt attended the dinner and reception given to the Listowel and Walkerton Batteries at Listowel on Monday by His Honor the Lieut-Gov., Albert Matthews and Mrs. Matthews. ‘ ? To Preach At St. Paul’s Ven. Archdeacon, D. B. Marsh, archdeacon of the Artic and more re­ cently labouring for the Church in Baffinland, will preach in St. Paul’s Church next Sunday morning. In the afternoon the archdeacon will give an illustrated address to the Sunday School. Rev. Dr. Marsh has had an enviable experience of the Power of Christianity among the natives of the Artic Circle and has a graphic mes­ sage to give. * Ten Tables at Bridge Club. The attendance at the Wingham Bridge Club continues to be large, showing the interest that is being tak­ en here in this popular game. At last weed’s meeting ten tables were pres­ ent. The winners were: North and South, 1st, Mrs.’A. E. VanStone and George Williams; tied 2nd and 3rd, Dr, Geo. Ross and Bert Porter, Miss _______ . B. Reynolds-and W. W. Armstrong; to take place at Belgrave, commenc-l 4th, A. Lockridge and Gordon Mac- GOFORTH AUXILIARY ELECT OFFICERS The regular meeting of* the Goforth . Auxiliary of St. Andrew’s Church ■was held at the Manse on Tuesday ‘.evening, when Mrs. K. MacLean in- . stalled the following officers for 1940. 1st Hon. Pres.—Mrs. A. E. Lloyd. 2nd Hon. Pres.—(Mrs. K. MacLean President—Miss C. Isbjster. 1st Vice Pres.—Mrs. Bateman. 2nd Vice Pres.—Mrs. H. Sher- •Ibondy. ‘ Secretary—Miss Arine Geddes. Treasurer—Mrs. West. Supply Sec.—Mrs. Roy Lloyd. Welcome and Welfare—Mrs. W. H. -Gurney, Mrs. R. H. Lloyd, Miss Edna •Carr. * Home Helpers—Mrs. W. W. Gur­ ney, Mrs. Sherbondy, Miss Sara Mac- l.ean. Pianist—Mrs. W. Henderson. Press Sec.—Mrs. W. W. Arm­ strong. There’s an extra thrill in giving and getting the Best—C.C.M. Skating out­ fits are the best—See them at Greer’s Shop Store. •Gone To Florida Mr. and Mrs. Alec. Crawford left on Saturday for St. Petersburg, Flor­ ida, where they will again spend the •winter. Held Stag Euchre The members of Maitland Lodge held a stag euchre in their rooms on Thursday evening. Nine tables were present to enjoy the play. The win- ner-s were: 1st, John Raby; 2nd, John ■casemore. Following the play social committee served lunch. ( the SHORT COURSES TO BE HELD AT BELGRAVE Courses Will Be Held Jan. 2-26 Short courses in agriculture and home economics have been arranged ang January 2, and continuing until the 26th. Co-opefatjon of the Bel­ grave Farmers* Club and Belgiave Women’s Institute with Agricultural .Representative J. C, Shearer has been ■pledged. Halls are being provided free by the Morris and East Wawa- •nosh township councils. Agricultural •courses will be condcted in the Or­ ange hall, and will feature livestock, field crops, poultry, marketing, farm mechanics, soil and fertility. Home economies courses in the C.O.K hall •will feature foods and nutrition, household management and sewing. Instruction staff in agriculture will be j. C. Shearer, Clinton, and H. V. Binkley, Hamilton, and in home ec­ onomics, Miss M. McDiarmid, of Moose Creek, and Miss Bessie Rols- ton, Hamilton. A class of 50 young men and 25 young women have already signified their intention to at­ tend. CURLERS GET READY FOR A BIG SEASON Enthusiastic Annual Meeting Held Last Week The annual meeting of the Curling Club was held last week and was at­ tended by a goodly number of the fol­ lowers of the stane. Despite the fact that the weather is anything but suit­ able for this winter sport, the meeting was a spirtied one and plans were talked over to make the year one of Xthe best the club has had.' Officers elected were: President—J. A. Wilson. Vice Pres.—J. J. Evans. Sec.-Treas.—Dr. A. W. Irwin. Bonspiel Com.—James Carr Jr., G. Orvis, T. FI. Gibson, E. Small, Don­ ald Rae. Jitney Com.—James Murray, Mur­ ray Roberts, O. Haselgrove, Bert Por­ ter, Bert lsard. Entertainment Com.—Harry Dia­ mond, Charles Elliott, E. Snell, Ed. Harrison, James Carr Sr. It was decided that the club again join the Ontario Curling Association. Ski Boots for Men and Women- Best values • at Greer’s. Sunday School Christmas Service The City Mission Sunday School Christmas Service will be held at p.m., December 14th. All welcome. Attending Waterloo School Ken. Crawford, who has been 8 Kay; Sth, Mrs'. E. Armitage and J. Mason; East and West, 1st, MissC. Isbiater and W. H. French; tied, 2nd and 3rd, Mrs. A. D. MacWilliam and R, S. Hetherington, Mrs. R. DttVal and Art Wilson; 4th, J. H. Crawford and A, D, MacWilliam; 5th, Mrs. L. R. Blackwood and Mrs. R. S. Heth­ erington, CHRISTMAS SHOPPING Do you realize that there are just 15 more shopping days itntil Christ­ mas. Buyers can do themselves a service by reading the advertising hi our paper and by doing their shopping now dr as soon as possible. The merchants of Wingham. have complete stocks of fine quality and at prices that are reasonable. Visit Wlngham stores and you will be con­ vinced that your Christmas shopping can be satisfactorily done here, TURNBERRY POLLED VERY LARGE VOTE Reeve Roland Grain and Council Re­ turned by Large Majorities. In what was believed to be a re­ cord vote the Township of Turnberry re-elected Reeve Roland Grain and councilors Moffatt, Porter, Brecken­ ridge and Wilton. This is the first el­ ection in Turnberry since January, 1935, when all the above were elected and have since been given' acclama­ tions until this election. In the 677 votes while in 687. election of 1935 a total of were cast for the reeveship this election the vote was i For Reeve 1 2 3 4 Total R. Grain .............252 124 76 98 550 J. MacTavish ..19 42 60 16 137 Majority for Grain--413. For Council H. Moffatt........230 85 93 66 484 R. Porter ..........153 89 68 71 381 J, Breckenridge 135 114 76 53 378 R. Wilton ........122 75 82 77 356 R. A, Powell ..54 49 81 36 220 A. D. Smith ......49 73 30 17 169 Wm. Austin ....86 17 19 21 143 First four elected. RABIES APPEAR TO BE UNDER CONTROL No New Cases in. Town For Nearly Seven Weeks The rabies situation in this part of Ontario appears to be pretty well un­ der control. In the twenty townships of Huron, Bruce and Perth where pre­ cautions against the disease have been taken by the department, no new cas­ es have developed for over two weeks. Here the authorities are much pleas­ ed as no cases have developed since October 20th, nearly-7 weeks. Dr. B. T. McGhie, deputy minister of health, however, said that it will not be until spring at least that it can be said the disease is under control since the disease takes some times many weeks in the incubation stage before breaking out in visible form in anmals. For this reason, the Dominion Gov­ ernment’s quarantine in this district will continue for at least three months and perhaps several mo.re. Solve Your Xmas Gift Problems A year’s subscription would be ap­ preciated by your friends, sons or daughters as a Christmas Gift. To Build Gun Shed Mssrs. W. H. Rintoul & Sons, local contractors, will commence work at once on the erection of a gun shed at the local armouries. The shed will be situate on the north side of the pres­ ent building and will be 65 feet, 9 in­ ches in length and 20 feet wide, will be of brick' construction. It GORRIE RECTOR SPOKE TO A. Y. P. A. .Rev, John Ball Told of The Yukon The guest speaker at St. Paul’s A. Y. P. A., Monday night was Rev. John Ball, rector of Gorrie, Rev. Mr. Ball gave a graphic and interesting description of-his journey from Car- eross to White Horse, and Dawson, in the diocese of the Yukon, intersper­ sed with a good deal of humour and held the attention of his audience for upwards of an hour. Owing to the ab* Sence through illness of President Flerb Ftiller, past president Mrs. M. Templeman acted as chairman. De­ votions were" conducted by the chap­ lain. The membership campaign which closed on Monday was won by the ladies’ group, the losing side will pro­ vide a social early in January. Next Monday night,‘Dr, Howard Hamilton of Huron College will give an illu­ strated address conveying his travels in the James Bay District. ; Christmas Tree And Santa Claus Fund -------* SUBSCRIBE NOW!---------- Leave youi* rfonatidns at either of the local Banks. Children’s Free Concert Fri., Dec. 22b Under the auspices of the Wingham Chamber of Commerce, COUNCIL SESSION HELD ON MONDAY Council Considers the Establishing of a Gentlemen’s Rest Room With all members present the Town Council held a short session (Monday evening. Mayor Crawford brought up the matter of establishing a gentlemen's rest room in the Town Hall. He was of t.he opinion, as were the council members, that such a room would ’be of great convenience especially dur­ ing the winter months. Council con­ sidered this suggestion of such im­ portance that this matter will be tak­ en up at the meeting of the council on Dec. 15th. Another item brought to the atten­ tion of the Council by Mayor Craw­ ford was the lack of accommodation here for horses. This matter was dis­ cussed at some length but no action was taken, but this matter will also be given further consideration at some future meeting, A letter was received.from the local Red Cross Society expressing their appreciation to Council for the cup­ boards which were built for their use in the work room. The bills presented by the Finance1 Committee were passed on motion of Couns. Wilkinson and VanWyck. Councillor Evans for the Streets committee stated some trees had been trimmed and a drain that was plugged was fixed. Centre street from John to Diagonal Road was in bad shape so the committee had this part graded. He said as yet the signs to prevent the U-turns at Patrick and John Sts. on Josephine had not yet been erect­ ed. He wondered if such signs should be erected at Victoria St. Following discussion it was moved and carried on motion of Coun. Stur­ dy and Hetherington that the U-signs at the Patrick and John St. corners be erected at once but that decision regarding erection of a U-sign at Vic­ toria Street be deferred until spring. Reporting for the property commit­ tee, Reeve Hetherington said every­ thing would be in Ship shape at the Arena for making ice as soon as wea­ ther permitted. The dirt floor had been levelled and is in .good shape. Some painting had also been done. It was expected that the intermediate and junior teams would be much stronger than last year. A juvenile team would also be in operation. Councillor VanWyck reported that the Fire Truck had been taken to the recent fire at Londesboro and that Hullet Township had been billed for this service. The matter of transients was brought up and the Chief reported that a few of these men were here every night. On motion of Couns. VanWyck and Sturdy a by-law was passed authoriz­ ing certain refunds of taxes on farm, lands in the town. The matter of a night signalling system for the nightwatchman was brought up by Coun, Sturdy. Some discussion took place but no action was taken. A letter was read from the London Skating Club offering their services at a carnival. A letter was sent them to find out whate dates were avail­ able. Mayor Crawford extended his con­ gratulations to the members of the Council on their election by acclama­ tion. He was of the opinion that the Council did good work last ye^r and was sure that they would continue to give fine service. Underwent Serious Operation Mrs. Theodore Robertson, Toron­ to, and formerly of Wingham, under­ went a serious operation in St. Mich­ ael’s Hospital, Toronto. Her doctors report that she is making splendid progress and expect that she soon will be able to return to her home. Ta jut JUDGMENT RESERVED IN ESTATE ACTION Will of George Denyer Leaving Mon­ ey to Huron County Attacked The last will and testament of George Denyer, who died on May 1, 1939 in Huron County home leaving an estate of $1,944 to the County of Huron, was under attack in Surrogate Court at Goderich. The document is dated January 23. 1939. Robert Dey­ ell, sole beneficiary in a previous will dated September 27, 1933, is seeking to upset the latter will on the ground that Denyer lacked testamentary cap­ acity. The evidence disclosed Deyell, a Wingham cemetery sexton, had be­ friended Denyer before he went to the county home, six years ago, When Denyer left Wingham, it was testi­ fied, he said to-Deyell, “Bob, you have been a good friend to me. I have made my will and I haven’t forgotten you.” J. M. Govenlock, former inspector of the county home and sole execut­ or of the latter will, said Denyer first wanted to leave his money to Mrs. Martha Jacobs, matron, but was ad­ vised against this by the inspector and county solicitor. Evidence as to Denyer’s mentality during his stay at the home was con­ flicting. Judge E. W. Clement, who heard the case, reserved judgment. HEADS LIBERAL WOMEN’S CLUB Mrs. R. J. Deachman Again Chosen President of the Ottawa Club At the annual meeting of the Ot­ tawa Women’s Liberal Club held last week, Mrs. R. J. Deachman was re­ elected President. She sponsored a resolution asking for concerted effort in the home front to help those who, through world conditions, require as­ sistance, counsel and encouragement. In the resolution Mrs. Deachman stated that in addition to Red Cross work the Liberal women of Canada should be a dominant and vital fac­ tor in sharing the responsibility of the •government in the prosecution of the war. Senator Caroline Wiilson and Mrs. C. R. Willlfield, of Stratford, Pres­ ident of the Ontario Women’s Liberal Association, were speakers at this meeting. Baking and Fancy Work Sale The Salvation Army will hold a s.ale of Homemade Baking and Fancy Work in the Council Chambers Sat­ urday afternoon and evening, Dec. 9. Beautiful Christmas Tree Erected The Community Christmas Tree has been erected at the -Bank of Com­ merce corner. It is a beautifully shap­ ed tree and when lighted gives the main street a very Christmas-like ap­ pearance. This is another reminder that Christmas is drawing closer. THE TRIPLE “V” BIBLE CLASS The organizing meeting of the Triple V Bible Class Was held last Sunday with Mr. E, S. Copeland in the chair. The meeting opened with a brief talk by Mr. Copeland outlining the importance .of each office. The results of the nomination who were all put in by acclamation were: Honourary President — Mr. E. S. copeland. Past President—Mr. Harold Wild, . Leader—Rev. J. F. Anderson. President—Mr. Wm. Burgman. Vice-President—Mr. MacHabkirk. • Secretary—Mr, Chas. Wellwood. Treasurer—Mr. Carl McKay. A discussion of what the Class was going to do in this Winter given by each member followed, and the meet­ ing closed with a prayer. FAREWELL DINNER FOR MR.JBLACKWOOD Presented with a Gladstone Bag Prior to his departure to Sarnia, Mr, L, R, Blackwood, who has been manager of the Canadian Bank of Commerce here for the past five years was tendered a farewell .Banquet at the Queens Coffee Shop. The dining table was taxed to capacity to accom­ modate the large number present, Mr. John W. Hanna was chairman and Mr, piackwood was the recipient of a handsome Gladstone bag. The address was given by Mr. E. S. Cope­ land, and the presentation was made by Mr. H. C. MacLean. Several oth­ ers gave short addresses all express­ ing their regrets that Mr, Blackwood was being transferred to Sarnia, also stating that what was Wingham’s loss will be Sarnia’s gain. Mr. Blackwood also received on his wife’s behalf a beautiful purse which was presented by Mr. W. A. Galbraith. Mr. George N. Northwood, the new manager was present and was intro­ duced by Mr. A. J. Walker. Read Greer’s Ad—Call at Greer’s Shoe Store and see the new styles in Goloshes. Home From Hospital Mrs. Esther Simpson who under­ went a serious operation in Toronto the third week in October, has return­ ed home. Fler friends will be very pleased she has made such fine pro­ gress. Played: in Bridge Tournament Messrs. W. FI. French and J. H. Crawford attended the Central On­ tario Open Pairs Bridge Champion­ ship tournament which was held in the Hotel London on Saturday. They did exceedingly well, placing second at the evening game and fifth in the total match. Britain To Buy Canada’s Bacon The British Government has agreed to buy all the bacon and ham Canada can produce during the war and to pay the equivalent of nine cents a pound for live hogs. Canada will have a market for 500,000 pounds of bacon and ham a week at a price, of 102 shillings a hundredweight. All pur­ chases will be made through the Can­ adian Bacon Board, which will act for the British Government. Planes Attacked German Warship Royal Air Force planes attacked German warships in the vicinity of the strongly fortified Island of Heli­ goland scoring direct hits with heavy bombs. A German cruiser which was lying close to a flotilla of six or sev­ en destroyers was one of the vessels hit, it was authoritatively revealed. One of Germany’s crack fighting planes, a Messerschmidt, which at­ tempted to drive off the British ma­ chines, was shot down with machine gun bullets. Held White Gift Sunday On Sunday afternoon last, the pu­ pils of St. Paul’s Sunday School of­ fered their White Gifts in obedience. These gifts, the offering of the child­ ren themselves, will be sent to Mile­ stone, Saskatchewan, in the diocese of Qu’Appelle, to the mission of Canon F. FI. Sange, where Rev. Jack A. Rob­ erts, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Rob­ erts, is labouring. The mission covers an area of 800 square miles. The White Gifts on Sunday were received by the superintendent, Mr. Gordon Kidd and presented as the Children’s Offering by the rector, Rev. E. O. Gallagher and will gladden the hearts of many children at Christmastide. This Christmas make it Baggage- See the lovely assortment of ladies Aeropacks and streamline Gladstones at Greer’s. REEVE GRAIN FOR THE WARDENSHIP Reeve Roland Grain of Ttirnberry will Be a candidate for the Warden­ ship of the County when the county council meets next January. Mr. Grain has been Reeve for five years and previously .served’ five years as a councillor It was in 1395 that Ttirnberry was represented by a warden. He was Mr, Wm. MacPherson. Many of Mr. Grain’s friends are pulling for hhn to receive this hon­ our and as he is a very popular mem-’ ber of the county council this honour may come to TuthBerry next year, WINGHAM WILL HAVE GOOD HOCKEY TEAM Prospects Are Fine For A Strong Intermediate Team It looks like a big time at the Arena during this winter as three teams will represent our town. The teams wilL be an intermediate B, a Junior C, and a Juvenile. The intermediate team should be much stronger than last year as Allen (Buzz) Clarke, who was last year with Schumacher and Thomas Gard, of North Bay, have received transfers to Wingham. Clarke was a pro play­ er who has been reinstated and plays a great game in goal. His experience should be very valuable to the team as a whole and to the other teams as well. Gard is a defence man who has a high class reputation as a rparguard player. With these players together with English and Bridgeford, and last year’s line-up, we should have a good team. Howar^ Huenceder, of Hanover, a junior, has also been transferred here and will be"a great help to the jun­ ior team. Jack Bowers, who is attend­ ing high school, will also be available, so that this team should be much stronger than last year. The local intermediates are in Group 13, which is made up of Owen Sound, Durham, Walkerton and Wingham. The junior group is No. 11,. com­ prised of Goderich, Exeter, Clinton, Mitchell, Seaforth and Wingham. 1940 LICENSES NOW ON SALE New Plates Have Black Figures on Yellow Background Mr. A. M. Carr started to issue 1940 markers on Friday last. These new licenses are a great improvement over many issued before. They are yellow in color with Black letters and figures. All 1939 plates have been returned to Toronto. Anyone requiring a set of these will have to apply to Tor­ onto for them. The fees for the new plates are the same as was the charge for 1939. However, licenses bought for 1940 are good only until December of that year. The numbers received here are 83C1 to 87C99 and 3R1 to 5R999Z The Lyceum Theatre Presents This Thurs., Fri., Sat. the special picture "Susannah of the Mounties” starring Shirley Temple. This- is Shir­ ley’s first big outdoor triumph and is filled with action and adventure. Held Euchre and Dance The Jolly Time Literary Society held a successful euchre and dance in S.S. No. 9, East Wawanosh, on Fri­ day evening. High prizes for euchre were awarded to Margaret BurchiU and Alex. Leaver. Consolation prize, Edna Jackson. A pleasing number was a tap dance by Vera Montgom­ ery. Following the play at cards the remainder of the evening was spent in dancing. REV. GALLAGHER @ SPOKE TO INSTITUTE The regular meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute was held on Thurs­ day, November 30th, with Mrs. W. J. Henderson, the president, in the chair. As it was “Grandmothers’ Day’’ the roll call was an interesting feature of the programme, each member present responded by giving the maiden nam­ es of her two grandmothers, and nam­ ing their birthplaces. A solo “Rose of Tralee” by (Mrs. Donald Rae, ac­ companied on the piano by Mrs. W. W. Gurney, was much appreciated. Rev. E. O. Gallagher was the guest speaker and his address on the con­ struction of a Christian background for our celebration of Christmas, was timely and full of much-needed advice to home-makers who, in the feverish rush of preparation for the holiday, may be in danger of forgetting the true sigificance of the holy day. Mrs. W. J. Henderson, who as a delegate, had attended the Area Con­ vention held in Hotel London, at Lon­ don, gave an excellent report of con­ vention proceedings. Miss Sara Mac- Lean, with Mr. H. V. Pym accompan­ ist, sang “My Little Gey Home in the West.” Hostesses for the day, Miss M, An­ derson, Mrs. A, Wilson and Mrs. J, H. Crawford, served tea and scones, and the fnetnbors and their guests en*- joyed a social halMiour.