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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1941-05-01, Page 3Thursday, May 1st, -1941 WINGHAM ADVANCF-TIMKS slowly but surely reducing Germany's war effort,. Data made available by the ministry of economic warfare shows that while the highly-organized econ­ omy of the Nazis is not subjected, to any particular commodity it is stretch­ ed at many points by the blockade. The effects are both direct and indir­ ect. Inhuman Treatment of Political Prisoners v Vichy, France — The physician at­ tending former French leaders now held at Bourassol Chateau, near Riom, says he has been forced to “intervene energetically” against what he called “inhuman treatment” of fhe fallen statesmen. E. P, Taylor to Washington Ottawa —, E. P, Taylor, of Toronto, executive assistant to Munitions Min­ ister Howe, will go to Washington to assist in setting up the necessary or­ ganization to carry out the new econ­ omic co-operation between Canada and the United States, Mr. Howe told the press, • '• Axis Forces In Greenland? Washington — President Roosevelt startled newspapermen at a White House conference by stating he was not sure that Axis forces had not oc­ cupied parts of Greenland, thexDanish colony off Canada’s northeast coast. The president admitted he was not sure of ail the fact but indicated the United States Government was taking steps to find out the true situation. search for the escapees had narrowed to a hunt for six; There had been no $lues as to the whereabouts of the last six until Karl Heinz Grund, 28, and Horst Liebeck, 21 — were taken at ^Medicine Hat, nearly 1,200 miles from the scene of the break. U.S. To Establish Patrol Washington — The United States Navy,, it was believed in informed quarters, plans to establish a patrol of the North Atlantic half-way to Great Britain on the main route of British supply ships. Canada to Build Cargo Ships Ottawa — A greatly expanded car­ go-ship cohstractio.n program for Can­ ada is in course «af preparation, but Munitions Minister Howe said he was not in a position to ^announce details until he had -studied a memorandum from H. R. MacMillan, head of War- Time Merchant 'Shipping Limited at Montreal. Reports circulated that the program provided for 96 vessels of 9,500 tons, costing about $1,800,000 each. Britain. Not Easing Up London •— “There will be no easing up” in Britain’s war effort, Labor Min­ ister Ernest Bevin assured the United State in an overseas broadcast. Pass­ age of the Aid Bill and other United States undertakings have inspired Bri­ tain to greater effort, he said. Berlin Makes Threats to U.S. Berlin —, Warnings that United war materials for Britain will be sent to the bottom of the sea as fast as German military power is able to do so—convoyed or not—were repeated with increasing emphasis in Berlin. Nazis Make Demands on Turkey London —- The Daily Herald quot­ ed foreign diplomatic circles as saying Germany has demanded from Turkey complete military control of the Bos­ porus and Dardanelles in exchange for a portion of Grecian Thrace, New Battleship London — Britain’s secon'd new bat­ tleship, the 35,000-ton Prince of Wales, sister ship of the King George V which topk Viscount Halifax to the United States, is now in'commission. Three other battleships were laid down •with the King George V and the Prince of Wales. They were named the Anson, Beatty and Jellicoe. good/Veah MARATHON IS OUR LOWEST PRICED TIRE WITH THE POPULAR DIAMOND TREAD • Mar.athon is causing‘'plenty of excitement among ent h u s i a s t;ic motorists. It’s a fully guaranteed Goodyear and it’s a mileage maker that’s grand news for any tire buyer. We have it in your size. Get top service from your new tires ... add new low-cost Goodyear tubes. Murray Johnson Winghain, Ont. Turks to &each Nazi Ships Ankara, Turkey — It was unoffic­ ially reported that the Turkish Gov­ ernment has 'decided to inspect Ger­ man strips passing from the Black Sea through the Dardanelles to determine ■whether they are carrying war mat­ erials <or troops. Al?28 Escaped Nazis Caught Heron Bay, Ont. — The search for 28 German war prisoners who escap­ ed from a near-by internment camp Friday., -was climaxed with the capture of the last four on Friday, in a box car less than 100 yards from the rail­ road station ;at this Lake Superior north-shore -village. The intensive War Loan Plans Under Way ^Ottawa — “Canada’s forthcoming war loan, the third of fhe present war, will be offered to the public in a cam­ paign, starting June 2,” Finance Min­ ister Ilsley announced. He said the amount of the loan and fhe terms have yet to be determined. The loan will be called “Victory Lexan 319.41.” 20 Motor Torpedo Boats for Britain Washington—Navy Secretary Knox said that about 20 fast naval motor torpedo boats are ready for delivery to Great Britain as a part of the lend- lease program, and possibly are on the way now. 1 “I’ve walked to school with her three times,” he told Joe, “and carried her books. I bought her ice-cream sodas twice. Now, do you think I ought to kiss her?” “Naw, you don’t need to,” Joe re­ plied, after a moment of deep thought, “You’ve done enough for that girl al­ ready.” ROUND TRIP RAIL TRAVEL BARGAINS MAY 2;3 WINGHAM TO Gort Chief at Gibraltar Eondon — In ±he face xof possible threats to Gibraltar, .the Government assigned the task -of .defending fhe famed fortress to its .noted career sol­ dier, Viscount Gort. .To the British public, the return .of Lord Gort to a top command was .cheering news for it indicated that the “Tiger’s” health had improved and .that with his work as inspector of a new .and vast. home force he retained tire esteem held him at the time of .Dunkirk. Hun Take Athens Athens — Athens, one of the great cities of antiquity and the governing seat of Modern Greece, fell to Hitler after 21 days of fighting. The van­ guard of Nazi motorcyclists roared in­ to the centre of the city at 9.30 a.m. Sunday. Churchill Says War To Spread In a grim 30-minute review of entire war situation, broadcast to for TORONTO ..... $3.05 Hamilton......... $3.05 London ___/... $5.90 Belleville ........ $5.90 Chatham ........ $7.55 Peterboro.......... $5.00 Smith’s Falls .... $8.25 Wihdsor ...... $8.55 More Aid Say U.S. Ministers Washington — Two key figures in President Roosevelt’s Cabinet* called on the United States to take more, ac­ tive- steps to aid Britain, State Secre- ary Cordell Hull declaring that “we cannot allow our goods to be suznk in the Atlantic” and» Navy Secretary Frank Knox demanding "resistance wherever resistance will^be the most effective.” the the Empire and to the United States, Mr. Churchill acknowledged the German victories in Yugoslavia and Greece and predicted: “We must now expect the w,ar in the Mediterranean, on the sea and in the desert, and above all, in ■the air, to become very fierce, varied and widespread. War may spread to .Spain and Morocco, to Turkey and Russia. The Germans may lay their, hands upon the granaries of the Uk­ raine or the oil wells of the Caucasus, but there is one thing certain: Hitler cannot find safety from avenging jus­ tice in the Middle East or the East.” Far THE LIGHTER SIDE OF LIFE ♦ * ♦ * Mr. Crowe was a devout church-go­ er. The young minister of his church was also devout, but easily embarrass­ ed. Imagine the consternation of Mr. Crowe and the delight of the congre­ gation when the young divine solemn­ ly said at a prayer meeting: “And now, will Brother Pray please crow for us?”■♦ ♦ ♦ » < “Do you wish the court to under­ stand that you refuse to renew your dog license?” “Yes, your worship, but . . “We want' no ‘buts.’ You will be fined. You know the license has ex­ pired.” “Yes, and so has the dog.” „ $ * * •* The inquisitive old lady was bend­ ing over th'e bed of a wounded soldier whose head was swathed with cotton and linen. “Are you wounded in the head, my boy?” she asked. "No’m,” replied a faint voice, “I was shot in the foot and the bandage has slipped up.”« * -k * Young Man:."How is it that widows always seem to marry again?” Elderly cynic: “Did it never occur to you that dead men tell no tales?” 1 and other intermediate points. Going: Afternoon apd Evening trains May 2, All Trains May 3. Return Limit—Up to May 5. Consult Agents — Procure Dodger Tried to . Evade Military Training Montreal — Detention of one,man and, the arraignment of six others brought to 11 the number of persons in custody in connection with alleged attempts to evade military training— and police indicated that still more at­ tests are to be made. ’ (?axL(jic ■British Blockade Taking On London — Britain’s , blockade is A Scotsman, upon entering a sadd­ ler’s, asked for a single spur. When asked what use just one spur would be, Sandy replied: “Well, if I can get one side of the horse to go, the other one will have to come wi’ it.” Elmer, thirteen, was puzzled over the girl problem and discussed it with his pal, Joe, NEED CERTIFIED SEED FOR BEST POTATOES 100%PURE 0 ■ For all outside home paint­ ing. Gives greater protec* lion and lasting beauty Good seed brings assurance of high quality crop says Ont. Dept, of Agriculture. In Ontario potato growers hope to bolster sales in their own province, they must first of all obtain thesbest possible seed potatoes and CERTI­ FIED SEED IS THE BEST. Good seed is fundamental to the-pro- duclion of good crops of high quality potatoes regardless of whether the crops are intended for seed or table use. Apparent soundness of seed tub­ ers does not guarantee freedom from disease for despite good appearance they may carry virus diseases not re­ cognizable in the tuber but which may seriously affect the yield and quality of the crop, the Ont. Dept, of Agri­ culture cautions. Certified seed does not mean seed potatoes entirely free from all diseas­ es and blemishes,”for such a result is not possible under quantity produc­ tion, but every effort Is made to cer­ tify potatoes only from fields that are practically free from disease and where plants are vigorous and true to variety. Commercial potato growers whose own potatoes arc badly infected with disease of contain mixed varieties will find it decidedly advantageous to plant certified seed of such varieties as are available, even though they may hot 1 ordinarily be considered as the most > suitable varieties for their particular WRITES ♦ fYou Roll Them Better With5 FACTS Girls in some American schools are WESTFIELD Our Booklet, “My Duty and Privilege,” is yours for the ask­ ing. DOCTOR Clerk, H. Ers- Brussels meet ar 12th, at district If the official tag is not on each and every container, the potatoes in them should not1 be accepted as certified seed- Goad seed has been made avail­ able to the potato industry by this sys­ tem of potato certification and com­ mercial growers should take advant­ age of the opportunity to secure a supply. A grower can have no assurance of a good marketable crop of high qual­ ity potatoes unless he uses good seed, CONTROL CUTWORMS EARLY IN SPRING Cutworms are usually active and feeding before most crops are even jn the ground. Hence, says Alan G, Dustan, Division of Entomology, Do­ minion Department of Agriculture, it is important to be prepared for their attacks at? the first of the season. Bran bait has given effective control for many years, It is mgde up of bran, 20 lb,, Paris green, one-half lb„ molasses, one quart, and water, about 2% gal­ lons. In making the bait, the dry ingred­ ients should first be thoroughly mix­ ed, The molasses is stirred into the water and added to the bran and Paris green. In mixing, add only enough water to make the material the con­ sistency of sawdust. It should not be made sloppy but so that it will crumble in the hands and slip through the fingers easily. Land that was heavily infested in the former year should be treated before the plants are set out. This is done by broadcasting the bait at the rate of 15 to 20 lb. per acre a few nights before transplanting. One aplication should be sufficient, but if the cutworms are numerous a second application should be made two or three days after the first. Always •spread bait in the evenings just before dusk, and, if possible, 'choose a warm, still night for the work. If the attack is unexpected and the •plants are already in the field, the bait should be applied around the base of each plant using about % teaspoonful for each. Should one application not kill all the cutworms, a second treat­ ment should be made two or three nights later. ‘MORRIS COUNCIL Minutes of Council meeting held in the Township Hall, on Monday, April 14th, 1941. Members all present, the Reeve presiding. Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The Council decided to pay the hos­ pital bills of Joseph Phelan and James Wheeler. Joseph Smith was re-engaged to op­ erate the power grader. The gravel­ ling contract was given to C. B. Log­ an for crushing and hauling the gravel at 44c per cubic yard. The contractor may also furnish the gravel and the Council will pay him 6c per cubic yd. The following accounts were paid: Advance-Times, advertising $2.40; A. H. Erskine $62.13; C. H. Wade, relief $17.19; R, McKenzie, relief $6.38; George Grosse, relief $15.00; Nellie Logan, relief $23.00; Wm. Brydges, Collector, salary $120.00; A. kine, indigent fees $13.10; Corporation $20,00. Council then adjourned to the Hall on Monday, May 12,30 p.m. A. MacEwen, (Too Late For Last Week) The Mission Circle held their meet­ ing on Friday evening at the home of ( Miss Marjorie McVittie with eleven present. Mildred Thornton was in charge of the devotional programme. Phyllis Cook presided at the piano. Scripture lesson was read by Mildred Thornton. Eileen Walsh led in pray­ er. Reading was given by Dorothy McVittie. Topic on "The Easter Mes­ sage” was given by Mildred Thornton. The president, Mrs. Ernest Snell, was in charge of the business. It was de­ cided to make a hospital quilt which is to be quilted on May 17th at the home of Mrs. Ernest- Snell. The groups were re-arranged with Mildred Thornton, Margaret Vincent and Fern McDowell as group leaders. The meeting closed with a hymn and the benediction in unison. Lunch was ser­ ved. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. was held on Wednesday after­ noon ■with 17 present. The devotional programme was in charge of Mrs. Norman McDowell’s group. The meeting opened with quiet music and meditation. Winnifred Campbell pre­ sided at the piano. Scripture lesson was read from Matt. 28:1-10, by Mrs. Norman McDowell. Readings were given by Mrs. Gordon Snell, Mrs. S. Cook. Dtiet by Mildred Carter and Janetta -Snell. Season of prayer was led by Mrs. N. McDowell, Mrs. Stan­ ley Cook, Mrs. M. McDowell, Mrs. W. F. Campbell, Mrs, G, Snell, Topic was given by Mrs. Howard Campbell on "Jesus Meets Us Risen?* The presi­ dent Mrs. McVittie, Was in charge of the business and read a paper on also want to l,et you know that I have ap­ pointed your Company as my executor, because I am convinced that you will give my estate sound and honest busi­ ness administration/’ THE GREY & BRUCE TRUST & SAVINGS CO. OWEN SOUND, ONT. C. A. Fleming O. E. Manning President Manager “What Does Easter Mean?” Mrs. Mc­ Vittie led in prayer after the singing of a hymn. The Roll Call was answer­ ed by a verse with the word “love” in it. Mrs. R. Vincent led in prayer after the Easter Thank-Offering was receiv­ ed. Mrs. J. L. McDowell gave a pap­ er on Temperance, “Alcohol* and Crime.” It was decided to hold Red Cross quilting on M'onday, April 21. Mrs. M. McDowell was appointed as delegate to attend Presbyterial at Thames Road on Tuesday. Plans were made for raising money. It was decid­ ed to have the “Galoping Teas” again this yea'r, also for each member to make some talent money, and to tithe for one month and give the tithe. Mrs. N. McDowell closed the meeting with prayer. The Mission Band, who met with the W.M.S. on 'Wednesday, gave the following . programme with Violet Cook in charge. The Scripture lesson was read by Violet Cook. The Lord’s Prayer was repeated in unison. Solo was sung by Roberta McVittie. Read­ ing on “My Easter Wish” was given by Mildred Carter. “Where Jesus Walks” was given by Illa Taylor and “Just to Be Tender” was given by L. Walsh. Topic on “The Sunshine Club Discovers Easter” was given by Jan­ etta Snell. Mrs, Wm. Carter led in prayer. The members are learning the Member’s Code, and the Member’s Purpose, and have decided to call themselves the “Helping Handv Mis­ sion Band.” They decided to entertain the members of the W.M.S. at their July meeting. taught hoiw to put new washers on taps, replace burnt-out fuses, and da other Household repairs. * ♦ Among the hymns of the Church o£ England are compositions by. a Quak­ er, a Presbyterian, a Methodist, a Con- gregationalist, a Baptist and a Roman- Catholic.' * ♦ ♦ Murder is the cause of the most of the 240 deaths that occur annually in the Paso de Ovejas, in the tropical district of Vera Cruz State, says the Mexican Public Health Department. ANSWERS TO BRAIN-TEASERS 1. The Koran. 2. (a) Venice bathing beach, Italy; (b) Ruined Athens temple, Greece; (c) French foreign office; (d) The Scotland-Yard of' Paris; (e) famous Berlin street;' (f) curious rock forma.- tion off north Irish coast; (g) artists? quarter in New York City; (h) Parise art museum. 3. That which is, is. That which is- not, is not. Is not that so? 4. Oak-apples. 5. (a) Red; (b) Red wit&* blue; edges. p 6. (a) U.S.A.; (b) Italy; (c) Ger­ many; (d) France; (e) Great Britain.. OGDEN’S^ C/GAA£TT£fOBA cco Deanna Durbin Becomes Bride of Director .... ■„ I'SV —■w -Sb/BOBS Infr 2 A*' .A In one of Hollywood’s biggest weddings Deanna Durbin, 19-year- old, singing star, and Vaughan Paul, 25, associate producer, both of' Universal Studio, were married in the Wilshire Methodist Episcopal church before more than 900 guests, mostly studio attaches. The couple* are shown immediately following the rites as they left the church to. attend a reception at the Beverly-Wilshire hotel for a teste of wedding