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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-05-04, Page 4The Win glia in Advance-Times, Wednesday, May *th, 1955 EDITORIALS Reminiscing M ‘ A GENEROUS GIFT i Mrs. Reid, wile of the late George Agnew Reid, mous Canadian painter who was born in this district, has made a generous gift of two of Mr, Reid’s original paint­ ings to the town of Wingham, which will be much appreci­ ated by the citizens. The two canvasses “Pink Apple Tree” and “The Cow Pasture” will grace the walls of the town’s library. . The paintings, along with those already in possession of the town and the commemorative plaque which was placed on the town hall, will make a fitting tribute to a great son of the Wingham district. Although Mr. Reid travelled a long way from Wingham during his lifetime, he always had an affection for this part of the country. The sincere thanks of all the people of Wingham is due to Mrs. Reid for her kind gift.* * * fa- PLAIN CHEATING The recent to-do about over-age Newmarket players at the Young Canada Hockey Week in Goderich will be an undeserved black mark against that fine promotion. It will serve, however, to point up a fact which needs more and more emphasis these days—namely that playing the game is more important than winning it. Good sportsmanship, in the wider sense of the word, seems to have been forgotten of late. We seem to have gotten into an age which sanctions the breaking of rules and what would have been known in former days as plain cheating, just for the sake of having ,a victorious team. It is difficult to see why those in authority at New­ market would play over-age players under younger play­ ers’ birth certificates, just to win a championship, the fact that the whole business has been condoned in quarters, is an indication of the depths to which amateur sport has fallen. sjs But some some DOUBTFUL PRIVILEGE We didn’t know we were such privileged people. Recently we heard a story of how a reporter walked Into a private office, read correspondence on the desk, wrote up a story from same and had it published. When taxed with publishing a story which was not for release at that time, he said it was a “newsman’s privilege” to get news by such methods and.to use the information in any way he saw fit. Our own experience in such matters has been some­ what different. In fact you might say that the “news man’s privilege” seems to work reverse for us. Often during the course of our news gathering we come across information which, although newsworthy and received in a legitimate way, we have been .asked to hold, soft-peddle or suppress entirely. Often we -do, if the occasion seems" to merit such action. Which probably explains why every newsman hopes some day to tell all in an autobiography, with no holds barred.*** GREAT POSSIBILITIES I The unveiling by the U.S. Army of the “flying man hole cover” has some interesting possibilities, even in to­ day’s age-of miracles. The device, which looks just like its name, is capable of ascending vertically, and can .apparently be steered in any direction in a sort of hedge-hopping action, once you get the hang of it. Army authorities claim it will be useful for ferrying troops across a river and other such military chores. We can see even greater possibilities, than that for the new gadget. Why not instal a modified version under­ neath the family sedan, so that it can float along the high­ way a few feet above the road, erasing the bumps and saving wear and tear on the tires and springs. With a “flying manhole cover” in every garage the provincial government might well reduce the gasoline tax, since ex­ pensive highway building and maintenance would be cut to practically zero. Sometimes it’s frightening to think what the next fifty years will bring.*** GOOD ENOUGH ,FOR US Would-be designers of a Canadian flag are at it again, and some of the efforts are bizarre in the extreme. In an effort to include every race, creed and ethnic group in the flag’s symbolism, some of the suggestions look like a cross between the Royal Standard and the imperial grand po­ tentate’s lodge regalia. In our humble opinion a flag should be simple—simple enough that a school child can draw it. Fleur-de-lis, beavers and lions rampant are 'hardly ‘ in that category, and even the Union Jack is complicated enough that many people can’t fly it properly. The Red Ensign, although not a good flag from the standpoint of simplicity, seems to have served the purpose in the past few years in an unofficial capacity. And if it’s good enough for the sailors, perhaps it should be good enough for all of-us. Published at Wingham, Ontario Wenger Brothers, Publishers, W. Barry Wenger, Editor Member Audit Bureau of Circulation Authorize ' as Second Class Mall Post Office Dept. Subscription Rate — One Year $8.00, Six Months $l.B0 In advance tJ. B. A $4.00 per year Foreign Rate $4.00 per year Advertising Rates on application SIXTY YEARS AGO There was a good attendance at the meeting held on Friday night to form a bicycle club, It was decided to call the club the Wingham Bicycle Club, and the following officers were elect­ ed; Hon. pres., B. Wilson; pres., J, A. Morton; secretary-treasurer, M, R. Morden; capt., R, B. McLeod; 1st. Lieut., W..H. Wallace; 2nd. Lieut., R, Cornyn; vbugler, Thos, Dodds. Mr, T. Parker, of town, conductor on the London, Huron and Bruce Div­ ision of the GTR, is the inventor and patentee of a spraying pump, which is highly recommended by experts. An effort is being made to have it tested in this vicinity, and Mr. Parker has agreed to furnish the pump and mix­ ture to give the spraying a good test, if a good orchard can be secured for the purpose. On Wednesday morning of last week, the residence of Mr, Ewen Mc­ Pherson, con, 7, Kinloss, took fire from a spark from the chimney and owing to the high wind which pre­ vailed at the time nothing could be done to save it and it was soon re­ duced to ashes. Very little was saved. In attempting to save some articles, Mrs. McPherson had her hands badly burned. Mr. Samuel Sutton, while working in Mr. Thos. Bell’s furniture factory last Friday, had his hand -badly jured by coming in contact with machine he was working with. 0-0-0 FORTY YEARS AGO Last week the Wingham Advance printing office was sold by the Wing­ ham Publishing Co., to Joynt, reeve of Lucknow, possession on Saturday Wingham Publishing Co., George Spotton as editor, has been in charge of the Advance for a little over two years. The Times has had very pleasant business relations with the retiring editor of the Advance, and to his successor we wish success in his new venture. Mr. Joynt, we understand, intends engaging a prac­ tical newpaper man to take charge of the paper. Mr. Spotton will in future devote all his time to his business colleges. The Canada Temperance Act, better known as the Scott Act, went into effect in Huron County on Saturday last. Last Saturday was the opening day for the trout season. A number of local fishermen spent the day on the streams of the district but with poor luck as the weather was too cold. Mr. T. J. McLean has been awarded the contract for putting in the sewers on Edward Street and a small section on John Street. The work was started on Monday morning. Mr. R. W, Adams has been engaged as inspector. Mr. Crawford, Ford car agent at Wingham, was in town last Saturday looking up prospects. The 1915 model which he had with him is a very pretty car having line improvements over previous models. Looks as though one or more of our citizens would buy.—Lucknow Sentinel. Our esteemed citizen, Mr. J. E. Bradwin, has been seriously ill for a few days and was taken to the hospi- cal on Monday. Many friends will wish him a speedy recovery. Word has been received here that John Marshall, Bert Wylie, Arthur O’Farrell, Percy Syder and Harry Howard, young men who went from Wingham have been wounded at the battle of Ypres. On-. Monday afternoon the senior pupils of the Wingham Public School met in the principal’s room »at the close of school and organized an amateur lacrosse league., The follow­ ing teams have entered the league: Maitlands, Oakes and Iroquois, ains Hamilton, - • - ■ Smith anticipate some good sport. Mr. who last, with Cruickshank in- the John took The Mr. Capt- and clean * 0-0-0 TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO Many people in Wingham viewed the eclipse on Monday afternoon. So bright was the sun that people would have noticed nothing unusual unless they had been on the watch for the eclipse. Viewed with the naked eye, the sun seemed a ball of dazzling light. Through a» smoked glass, however, it was easily seen that Old Sol was partially obscured. At 3.30 through smoked glasses, the sun looked like the crescent moon, which artists are so fond of painting. A meeting was held in the council chamber on Friday evening to discuss the forming of a golf course in Wing­ ham. The nine hole course which was laid out last year on the farm of W. J. Henderson is being put into shape with temporary greens and sand tees for this year and it is expected that they will be ready for playing by June 1st. WROXETER Elected Grand Superintendent Thomas Burke was elected district grand superintendent for Huron dis­ trict, No. 6 Royal Arch Masons of Canada, When Grand Chapter met last week at the King Edward Hotel, Toronto. Mr. Burke was elected on the first ballot oyer Dr. Fraser Hay, of Listowel, and Jim Kincade, of Kin­ cardine. Jack MacLean also of this village was named district secretary, Attending the meeting were Robert Gibson, Andy Gibson,. Jack MacLean of Wroxeter and Dr. M. MacLennan, Dave Murray, Miller Davis, of Wing­ ham. Bruce County Rally Two hundred members of the Wo­ men’s Institute met in Teeswater qn Wednesday afternoon, when Bruce County held its first county rally. Pre­ siding over the meeting was Mrs. Mc- Cosh of Ripley, and Mrs. Victor Em­ erson, of Whitechurch, was secretary. Mrs, Gordon McPhaUer, Owen Sound, also Mrs. Arthur Hamilton, of At­ wood, were present and gave address­ es. Mrs. D. S. MacNaughton, board director for East Huron and Bruce, also spoke briefly. Mrs. Dudgeon, of Wiarton and Mrs, R. J. McKellar, of Kincardine, spoke on the Bruce County Museum in which W. I. mem­ bers have shown keen interest. East Huron and North Bruce provided special musical numbers and all join­ ed in a sing song. Plans were made to make the rally an annual event. Mrs. McCosh and Mrs. Emerson were named president and secretary, and the presidents of East .and North Bruce along with Mrs. Norman Smith, of Shallow Lake, were named to draw up by-laws. Miss Margaret Brophy, CKNX Wingham, spoke briefly as did Mrs. Mel Dona­ hue, • of Teeswater, the latter telling of the Teeswater Hobby Club, from which paintings, weaving and sewing were on display. Following the afternoon session Teeswater ladies served tea and a social hour was enjoyed. From North Bruce one bus load travelled sixty miles io attend the rally. Women’s Institute “New Products by New Canadians’’ will be the topic discussed by Mrs. D. Statia when Wroxeter Branch Wo­ men’s Institute holds its May meeting on Wednesday afternoon, May 4th, in the Masonic Club rooms. Mrs. Charles Cathers will speak on the subject, “Cultivation Does as Much for My Soul as It Does for the Soil.’’ Roll call, “Name a Vegetable and Its Food Value.” Mrs, Thomas Burke and Miss K. Hazelwood will report on the East Huron executive meeting which was held on Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. George MacDonald, Moles­ worth. Hostesses, Mrs. H. Patterson Mrs. Frank’ Earls, Mrs. Victoria Bro­ thers. ’ Tuesday Starlight Group The regular meeting of the Tuesday Starlight .group, Wroxeter United Church, was held at* the home of Mrs. Bruce Chambers, on April 26th. Twenty-one mefmbers and two visitors were in attendance. President Jean Dobson opened the meeting by reading a peom “I Know Something Good ■About You.” Business was conducted by the president. Audrey Chambers gave a report on the tea and baking sale held on April 2nd. By unanimous decision members planned to make the tea and bake sale an annual event. A round of ap­ plause was given Helen Clarke, by the members for being the one who had submitted the name for the new group. Phyllis McMichael gave a read­ ing entitled “Hobo Tea” which was quite entertaining to everyone. Mrs. Gilbert Howes, guest speaker, gave a .talk on Albert Einstein. Mrs. Howes gave an account of the great scientist’s life from childhood in Ger­ many, his escape from that country during the war, his coming to Amer­ ica where he lived with his,daughter and again took up his work at Prince­ ton University. The speaker brought to everyone’s attention a very sym­ pathetic and human side of Einstein’s character that was often missed by most people. Mrs. Howes’ talk was very much enjoyed by everyone. The lucky .draw was won by Jean Dobson. The meeting was arranged by Mrs. Reg Newton, Mrs. Morris Dennis and Mrs. Robert Gibson, who also served refreshments, and a social hour was enjoyed. Personals Mr. George Gibson, Timmins, is a visitor in the village. Mr. and Mrs. George Grimshaw, Detroit, visited friends here during the week-end. Mac Hague, of Woodstock, called at the home of Mrs. D.'S. MacNaugh­ ton, on Sunday, Mac lived in this vicinity twenty years ago. Mr, and Mrs. Arthur Gibson have GOLFERS Owing to a printing error, last week was bargain week for Golf Club membership, We wonder how many takers there were? In order to clear the matter up, the following is the proper scale for local members. If yon have never played the game be­ fore, you pay: Men,. $10.00; Ladies, $5.00. If you have played the game before, either here or at some other club or course, you pay: Men, $20.00, Ladies, $10.00. 0-0-0 By the way, our rates for olub membership are very low compared to most other towns and a great deal lower than city clubs. The rat.es are actually the saine now as they were in the mid-thirties at the old Club. Alps cards being 0-0-0 New wallet type membership have be.en printed and are issued to paid up members. See Mr. Omar Haselgrove for yours. These should be convenient identification for players visiting strange clubs. 0-0-0 Next week this column will have some news on club tournaments and social events to be held in May. A glance at the registrar book, at the club house shows that the course is being played by a good number of out-of-town visitors these days. The warm weather after the rain is rapid­ ly putting the greens in very good shape. 0-0-0 The first known code of rules for the game of golf was drawn up 201 taken up residence in their home at Wroxeter. Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Burke were Mr. and Mrs. Carl Demman, also Mr. Norman Willis and Miss Roselle Johnston, of Palmer­ ston; Dr. and Mrs. Fraser Hay, and Mr, and Mrs. Clare' Moorhouse, Lis­ towel. Mrs. J. F. MacLean spent the past week with friends at Whitechurch. Mrs. D. W. Rae spent last week with her daughter, Mrs. Ed. Wight­ man, Belgrave. Miss Ruth Grainger, Gorrie, visited for a few days with Miss Margaret Jardine. Friends here learned with regret of the death of Dr. Shaw, grand old man of Clinton. Dr. Shaw, aged 93, had Mr. Frank Green who has been a been active until recently. patient in Hamilton General Hospital, is now convalescing at the home of his daughter, Mrs. George Harris. His many friends hope for an early return to good ^health. Mr, and Mrs. Lyle Brothers and daughters, of Toronto, spent the -week-end with Mrs. Victoria Brothers. The Hupfer family received the sad word of the death of Mr. Andrew Tenant, of Dearborn, Michigan. He was the husband of the former Annie Ringler and died suddenly of a heart attack. Funeral services were in Dear­ born on Tuesday, May 2nd. Mr. F. B. Millward, who has been in charge of the C.P.R. express truck for some time has been transferred to Galt district. Mrs. Millward, Carol and Ernie will shortly leave to take up residence there. The Millward famly have been good citizens and will be missed in the village. Their many friends wish for them every, success in their new community. Tyndall McKercher, Wroxeter South, is in Wingham Hospital following an accident at his farm. Mr. McKercher was using his tractor and disk when removing the connecting bolt, the tractor backed over him, injuring his face and chest. The tractor backed up over the disk thus saving him from more serious injuries, Found by Mrs. McKercher, Tyndall did not lose con­ sciousness and was taken to Wingham General Hospital by ambulance. We are pleased to learn his injuries are not as serious as was at first feared and he is resting comfortably. Mrs. Reg Newton received word on Friday that Mr. Newton, who is a patient in Westminster Hospital, Lon­ don, had taken a heart attack. Mrs. Newton left at once and on Sunday his condition was slightly improved. Miss K. Hazelwood and Mrs. Thomas Burke attended an executive meeting for East Huron W. I. on Friday at the .home of Mrs. George MacDonald, Molesworth. The meeting was called to plan for the district annual meet­ ing to be held at Moncrief on June 2. years ago by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrew’s. There were thirteen basic rules and at least nine of them remain unchanged and in use to-day here and in the U.S.A., and, I presume, wherever golf is played, Rule 1 of the original thirteen gives us some idea of the condition of put­ ting greens in those days, It state* that, ‘you must tee your ball within a club length of the hole,’ Two players can easily play nine holes starting at seven or a little later these evenings. <* SUGGESTIONS COLOGNES Golden Chance .. $1.50 ; ° ° Stick $1.50 ; Pink Clover........$1.50 ; White Lilac........$1.75 : Lily of the Valley (Muguet) . .$1.50, $2.50 Yardley Lotus ... $1.85 Old Spice.............. $1.75 Friendship Garden $1.75 Gift z A lasting fragrance that bland* the modern and urbane with the mystery and magnetism of the eternal desert. Sophisticated hand carved glass and plastic pack* aging to adorn the smart dress* Ing table. Joyous New Dancing Fragrance Dorothy Gray 2-oo AYER-MIST SPRAY-WOODSY TOILET WATER with Atomizer $1.75 Hot Weather Colognes By Dorothy Gray Reg. $2.50 Special $1.25 COUTTS MOTHER’S DAY CARDS Those who care enough to send the Best Choose Greetings By COUTTS $1.75 KEEP HIS HEART IN A WHIRL...with Laura Secord CANDY In Mother’s Day Boxes 1 Pound 2 Pound $1.20 $2.40 Mr. Guest, pharmacist of Toronto, is in charge of the dispensary. KERR’S DRUG STORE QUALITY COSTMETICS FARMERS! NOW IS THE TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT YOUR Farm Machinery Needs WE HAVE IN STOCK MASSEY-HARRIS H Disc Harrows, Hydraulic Lift Cultivators, Spring Tooth Cultivators g Drag Harrows, Ezee Flow Fertilizer Spreaders TRACTORS" ALL SIZES f 0-0-0 FIFTEEN YEARS AGO As no hew cases of rabies have developed here for the pasf month it is hoped and predicted that there will be no more. The last case was early In April and it .Was the e first case to develop since late Octoboer. Dr. James McKague is of the opinion that the disease has been stamped out here, which will be a fine thing for sure. The 99th Wingham Battery team placed fifth for military teams at the military and provincial indoor match­ es at Listowel on Saturday with 213 paints, The team was Capt. R. S. Hetherington, Lieut. W. L. Kress and Lieut. T, Oldfield. Lieut, T. W, Platt was third in the individual Champion­ ship, just three points behind the winner, Capt, J. G. Kirk, (CHURCH OF ENGLAND IN CANADA) —> Wingbam . Fourth Sunday after Easter 8.30 a.m.—Holy Communion 11.00 a.m.—Sacrament of Holy Baptism 2.30 p.m.—Church School 7.00 p.m.—Evening Prayer Sermon♦ ♦ ♦ Thtfrs., May Sth—3.00 p.m.—W.A. Thankoffering Meeting. May 9, 10, 11—96th Session of the Synod of Huron ill London, Ontario. «CI» i i i ■ 8 i I I 9 DROP IN - LOOK THEM OVER See what kind of a deal you can make! 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