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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-05-06, Page 1TAX RATE IS SET AT 49 MILLS ,Court of Revision Will Meet On May 25th .Mayor To Proclaim May 24 A Public Holiday At the May meeting of the Town 'Council on Monday evening, the tax Tate was set at the same figure aas last . year, 49 mills. "The rate was adopted -on motion of Couns. Wilkinson and . Lloyd, The estimates are as follows: Estimates For 1943 Receipts ,Debenture Debt. Charges -(Recoverable) (Annual Principal, Interest & Sinking Fund) :Hydro Electric $ 3135.45 --Waterworks $ 6474,24 $ 9609.69 Fees—Weigh Scale .$ 160.00 ;Fines $ 10.00 "Grants— Highways Dept. - snow removal 245.00 Fire Truck use 100,00 Sale Steam to Armouries 500,00 Licenses 600.00 Miscellaneous— Sanitary - Garbage Coll 90.00 Cemetery revenue 1700.00 Utilities Commission 300,00 Miscellaneous items 650.00 Municipal subsidy - 1 mill 1070.00 ,Dog Tax 200,00 Penalties and Int. 'on taxes 900.00 Rents 175.00 'Unemployment Relief— % Government grants 300.00 00ther Grants 100,00 'Taxes— Total amount of current roll -49 Mills $52283,00 plus Sewer rates 1128.44 :Sanitary tax 687.92 'St. Water etc. 392.00 Pavement 1463.08 $ 55954.44 $ 72664.13 (1 Mill equals $1067) Expenditures' `-Charity and Welfare— Grants $ 1180.00 Hospitalization 100.00 Unemploy. Relief (gross) 500.00 $ 1780.00 (Continued on page four) COUNTY LIBRARY ASSOCIATION HAD FINE MEETING Officers Named At Meeting Held At Exeter The spring meeting of the Huron County Library Association- was held on Friday evening, April 30, in the Public Library at Exeter. The offic- ers for 1943 were appointed as follows: President, Mr. A. Rougvie of Code- rich; Vice President, Mr. P. B. Mof- fatt of Seaforth and Secretary-Treas., Rev. H. C. Wilson of Brussels, Miss A. Rose Aitken of Goderich, who is the Librarian for the H. C. L. A. reported that1.6 Libraries in Huron County have now joined the Associa- tion, She reported that the Associa- tion ,now owns 751 books of Which 516 were• purchased in 1942, The circulation has increased in a very gratifying way for the year 1942, amounting to 5074 books taken out, There are a number of Libraries in the County which have not as yet joined the Association and the mem- bers feel sure that if the advantages were more geneally known the remaining libraries would forward their applications and the 'necessary fees. Miss Morrison of Kirton was ap- pointed a delegate to the Regional Library Association meeting which is to be held in London on May 19, An interesting event of the evening was an address by Miss Elsie Murray of Western University -Library. , Mist Murray outlined methods of collecting and using records'of 'the early Social, Economic and Religious life of our County. The Association was welocmed to Exeter by Mr. Tuckey, the Reeve and Warden of the County, Mr. Robert Bowman df Brussels who is Repre- sentative of the County Council to the Association, spoke in appreciation of the services rendered, At the conchtsion of the Meeting the members of the. Exeter Library Board proVided a dainty lunch and tea for the guests. BRIGADE HELD CHURCH PARADE 21st Field Brigade Over .300 Strong Attended Service In Wingham United Church "-^•••••••• -On Sunday morning the sound of the, 21st (Res.) Field Brigade bugle band from Walkerton could be heard all over town as they headed the Brigade in a church parade, Batter- ies were present from Kincardine, Walkerton, Listowel and Wingham. The parade formed hi) at the town park. Following the church service the route of march was along' Victoria Street, Josephine Street to the C,N,R-. station and then back on Josephine Street to John and Edward Streets to the Armouries where dinner was served. As the brigade passed the town hall On the return march Lt.- Col. George Howson, officer command- ing the , brigade, took the salute and with him at the saluting base were. Major R, S. Hetherington and Capt. Elmer Bell, officer commanding and second in command of the 99th (Active) Battery, who are home on furlough. At the service four names were announced as added-to the honour roll of the church, Jack Lewis, Orwell Allen, Wallace Hutton, Calvin Burke. In welcoming the Brigade the minister, Capt. the Rev. W. A, Bee- croft, who is brigade chaplain, said that the Brigade could worship in any church in the Dominion of Canada and no one would interfere. This is a land of religious freedom and you are per- mitted to worship as you wish., He told of the group in Rome in the old days who found it necessary to wor- ship in the Catacombes and how the singing of hymns has led to their destruction. He told the story of a little Ger- man village. The people were care- less in their religious ways but that they were aroused in their religious zeal by Pastor Grout in 1933 but the Nazis came and seized their church and the people were seething with in- dignation but it was too late. The story of the little village is he world's struggle. The issue was whether the 'people ,should , be slave's'Or free: ' 'It now might be a good thing if our churches for two or three years were locked and our priviledges taken away from us. Some rough treatment might teach us about the freedom of the church for which our forefathers paid such a price, and for which we have done so little. It is rather a misfortune that our religious freedom came to us so easily. We take it all for granted and are so little concerned. The Russians have regained the faith . of their fathers by their suffering and at Easter their churches were full. The bells of England, now that invasion is not feared, are ringing again and he concluded with "I give you the Bells of Freedom". The chimes rang out "The Church Bells of England" and Mrs. Beecroft rendered in beauti- ful voice this touching hymn. Prof. A. W. Anderton was- at the console of the organ and the choir anthem was "A Day in Thy Courts." The Prelude included Fantasia in Dinnor, Moryard; Nocturne, Chopin; Meditation, Lucas; The Postlude "Grand March" Merkel. Underwent. Operation Mrs. J. C. Higgins, Turnberry, underwent an 'operation in Wingham General Hospital, on Monday.' She is prOgressing as well as can be ex- pected. Engagement Announcement Mr. and Mrs, Alva McDowell wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Margaret Ferne, to Robert Harvey McDowell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin 'McDowell, the marriage to take place in May. Held Lucky Ticket on Quilt The Lower Wingham Sewing Circle held a most successful bingo party the School-house last week. Tickets were drawn on a Dresden Plate quilt and Mrs, Robert Bacon held the win- ring ticket, The grand prize for the bingo—a large basket of groceries, was won by Miss Doreen McDougall. Thirty-five dollars was realied which will be used for War Relief purposes, TOXOID CLINIC TO BE HELD MONDAY The seocfid lit the spring series of Toxoid Clinics will be held in the town hall here, on Monday next, May 10th, at 1,80 o'clock, Please have your children present on time. INSTITUTE HELD , ANNUAL MEETING Officers Chosen For The; Ensuing Year. Mrs. 3. H. Crawford Re-elected President ' The annual meeting of the 'Wo- men's Institute was held in the Council Chambers Friday last week. After singing the institute Ode am, repating the Lord's Prayer, We bus- iness was conducted by the president, Mrs. J. H. Crawford, The yearly re- ports showed great progress and all felt much bad been accomplished dur- ing ended, the Institute year which has just Mr, Copeland gave a short talk on the Victory Loan Campaign, Corres- pondence from overseas acknowledg- ing receipt of boxes included a cable from Miss Norah Bell, Reg. N. Mrs. Reid 'donated a beautiful quilt on which tickets will be available. The election of officers was conduc- ted by the District President, Mrs. W. J. Henderson, resulting as follows: President—Mrs. J. H. Crawford, re- elected. 1st Vice Pres.—Mrs. Reg. DuVal, 2nd Vice Pres.—Mrs. Stan Hall, re- elected. Sec.-Treas.—Mrs. Walpole, re-elec- ted. District Director—Mrs, D. Hutch- eson. Branch birectors—Mrs. A. Wilson, Mrs, Bowers, Mrs. S. Bateson. Pianist—Mrs. S. Campbell; Assist- ant, Mrs. J. Ernest. Press—Mrs. S. Bateson, Flower Convener—Mrs. J. Halliday. War Work Com.—Mrs. H, Aitche- son, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. G. Gannett, Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. G. Hastie and Mrs. W. Fields. Auditors—Mrs. S. Campbell and Mrs. P. King. Property Com.—Mrs. D. Hutcheson, Mrs. T. Bowers. Financial Statement May 1st 1942 - April 30th, 1943 Receipts Bal. May 1,,1942 $121,17 Members fees 1. Legislative grant 3.00 00 Donations Colections 1 Interest Rental of dishes 52227...355462 1.18 Receipts from banquets, euchres and tea 268.21 Cash from Bond 4698..8251 Fashion Parade 30,00 Blind Tag Day 116.00 Total $682,83 Expenditues Officers' honoraria & exps. .., $ 12,00 Postage & Publicity 5.58 Baby blankets for hospital 5.00 Care of rest-room & cupboardS 38,20 Cigarettes & parcels, overseas 219.69 Red Cross supplies 92.32 Aid to Russia 12.00 Salvation Army 5.00 Seeds for Britain 10,00 Jam fund 8.00 Cheer and sympathy 28.48 Ex, banquets, euchres, etc 95.83 District & Federation fees 8.70 High School prize 5.00 Blind Tag Day 116.00 Balance, April 30 $ 21.03 Total $682.83 Play At Bluevale May 14 Linder the auspices of the Bluevale Women's Institute, a one-act play "Polly Put the Kettle On" will be presented by an all lady caste in the Foresters' Hall, Bluevale, on Friday evening, May 14th. There will also be a program of local talent. All are invited. Admission, 25 cents. Legion And Auxiliary Held Social On Tuesday evening following the regular meeting of the Legion and the Ladies „Auxiliary to the Legion, a joint social was held. Games ,and community singing were enjoyed. Past president, C. R. Coultes, was pre- sented with a past president's badge, The ladies social committee served lunch. Cpl. George Henderson of Camp Borden, was a visitor fdr' a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Henderson, Bluevale Road. BICYCLE RIDERS NOTE The practice of riding bicycles on sidewalks must cease at once or I will be forced to make examples of the offenders. All persons using bicycles trust conform to the Highways Act or be prosecuted, GEORGE, ALLEN*, Chief Constable, NAExVY14.LLAEIANTLGUET. Wcs?1,10Kos Hpwick District May Rave Liona Club Kes- wick, regular n of Wingham of the United Drug Co., Mr. Davidsoni of the Navy League and Major Bes- Guests of the Club were Rev, Ernest Lions Club was held at the Queeres- Coffee Shop on Friday evening last, Caldwell of Gorrie, Mr. Bud Foster Tailtwister 'Gol'd, Buchanan was- busy as usual and Lion Ron. Rae was accused of working in the black market" when recently seen hauling a load of coal by team. Lion Adams received attention due to his recent illness with chickenpox and he thank- ed the Lions for kindness shown hint by sending flowers. He assured the Lions that he was feeling fine -ancg more. Lion Otto Gallagher caused some argument when answering the roll call and reporting himself to be an "ecclesiastic", The word. baffled. some members but satisfactory ex- planations were made. Lion Wilbur Tiffin presented his, autobiography and told of being born in Kinloss Township,, He attended the "Red School" and later moved into Wingham attending Public and High Schools. He later commenced work- ing at the Western Foundry Co, as book keeper. He presented many in- teresting- sidelights of his career and. leis talk was very much appreciated., Lion Gord. Buchanan presented two solo numbers which were heatrily ap- plauded. President Stan. Hall introduced Mr. Davidson of the Navy League who ad- dressed the Lions explaining the work and activities of the Navy League, The League was founded in 1895 and. its work had gradually increased at the request of the Government. Some of its functions were—organization of Sea Cadets and giving them a good training in naval matters; educational features in schools emphasizing the importance of naval maintenance and organization of 15 hostels in Canada. where the sailor could be given com- fortable accommodation during his leave on shore; looking after survivors from torpedoed vessels, fitting them. out with new clothing,-giving first aid and otherwise assisting them; provision of reading matter for the men at sea; provision of ditty bags. Ditty bags were a much appreciated gift among the sailors and in 1941, 20,000 bags were given out; in 1942 this number had grown to 50,000; this year it was hoped to secure 100,000 for distri- bution. Special attention was given merchant seamen whose vocation re- ceived very little publicity but had become so important in these days when the supply lines to Europe were- so vital to the success of the Allied cause. Mr. Davidson hoped the people of Wingham would join in sup- port of this vital work and that a branch could be established in Wing- ham, President Stan Hall thanked. Mr. Davidson on behalf of the Lions (Continued on page two) Agnes McPhail To Speak At Bluevale Agriculture in Post War Canada, will be the subject -of an address by Miss Agnes McPhail, former member of Parliament, at the Bluevale Men's Club meeting in the Presbyterian Church on Thursday evening this week. All are invited to hear this distinguished speaker on this timely subject. Meeting starts at 8:80. collection. MORE RED CROSS GOODS SHIPPED Second Shipment For April Tire final April shipment to head- quarters of the Red Cross, was made by the Wingham Society on Thursday last week, This is the second ship- ment for this month and was a • fol- lows: Hospital-22 triangular bandages; 15 Surgeon's gowns; 20 hot water bottle covers; 1 unit hasp. dressings, 30 large pacts, 80 med, pads, 120 small. pads, 600 compresses, 800 wipes, Navy — 10 long sleeved V-neck sweaters; 15 hurricane mitts; 21 pair Socks, Army-8 T-neck long-sleeved sweat- ers; 4 turtle-neck sleeveless sweaters; 10 pair gloves, British Civilian-7 girls dresses; 4 girls nightdresses; 7 boys pyjamas; 2 quilts; 7 pair mitts; 4 boys sweaters; 40 girls dresses with bloomers; 81 girls slips; 2 girls coats; 1 girls hat; 1 boys Snit; 2 boys blouses; Quilts, With Which. Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. {aummomminmanow Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 6th, 1943 Subscriptions $2,00 Per Year - HARRY NIXON IS LIBERAL LEADER 41, Won -Ontario Party Leadership On . The-Tirat Ballot Hon. Harry:.Corwin Nixon on Fri- day was elected, leader of the Ontario Liberal party,, and as such became the probable choice for the next premier of the province,• • The 52Lyear-old Brant County farmer succeeded :hi office' another Western Ontario firmer, Mitchell F, Hepburn, of Elgin, Mr, Nixon's election came on the first ballot when he polled 418 of a possible 577 votes, the number of accredited delegates who had a say in choosing the new party chieftain. Hon. H. C. Nixon Mr. Nixon's election was made un- animous on the motion of Arthur Roebuck, Toronto lawyer and member of the House of Commons, who ran second in the contest for leadership. Mr. Roebuck polled 85 votes. The motion was seconded by Hon. T. B. McQuestion, minister of highways, who finished third with 49 votes. The fourth aspirant for the party's highest office, Walter Thomson, a Toronto lawyer, bat who also farms, supported the motion, giving unanim- ity to the delegates' choice. Mr.. Thomson received 22 votes. There were three spoiled ballots. Premier !Conant was- an active con- testant for leadership until Friday morning when it was announced he had been taken ill, It was learned, however, that Thursday afternoon a Nixon victory was conceded in party circles and Mr. Conant's withdrawal followed. Mr, Hepburn did not attend any of the sessions, His resignation as leader, dated April 26, was read to the meeting, Mr. Nixon's public career dates back to 1919 when ire was first elected to the Ontario Legislature and he has continued to represent Brant, He was leader of the Progressive group but in 1934 linked up with the Liberal Party. Ile was 12 years provincial secretary resigning as he did not agree with the handing the premiership to Hon, Mr. Conant without a convention. It is said that-twice previous to this he had turned down the premiership of Ont- ario,. VICTORY LOAN NEEDS FULL OUT EFFORT Wingham Factory Employees Lead - „The Way If the people of Wingham as a whole would "Back the Attack" in this Fourth Victory Loan in a similar manner to that of the factory workers of town there would be no doubt that this municipality would oversubscribe its objective of $185,000. The Foun- dry with 95% of its objective has not completed their 'canvass. Lloyds have subscribed 110%, Gurney's 113% and Fry ,and Blackball 215%, In the third loan the people of Wingham subscribed $63 per capita but to reach the objective for the present loan $92.50 per 'capita will have to be subscribed, Our total now stands at $81,050 which is consider- ably below the quota, W. S. HALL IS GRAND SUPERINTENDENT At the 85th annual convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons which was held on 'Wednes- day and Thursday last week in To- ronto, Mr. W. Stanley Hall, principal of the High School here, was named Grand Superintendent of District No. 6. Attending the convocation from here were Dr, W. A. Crawford, Harry F. McGee and W. S. Hall. Mr. H. L, Sherbondy has been namel District Secretary and Rev. J. W. Stewart of Lucknow, Grand Chaplain of the Grand Chapter, has been chosen as District Chaplain. BRIDGE CLUB • Six and a half tables took part in the play at the Wingham Bridge Club on Thursday evening. The results were: East and West-1st., Jean Welwoocl and Gordon MacKay; 2nd., Mrs. 0. Colborne and George Williams; 3rd., Mrs. F. A. Parker and Mrs. George Ross; 4th., Omar Haselgrove and Bert Porter. North and South—lst., Mrs. H. C. MacLean and J. H. Crawford; 2nd., Mrs. Reg. :DuVal and Duncan Kennedy; tied 3rd. and 4th., Mrs, J. H. Ci-awford and W. .W. Armstrong, Miss Mary Johnston and Jack Mason. Dance Holme's School May 10 Good time assured at -Hohne's School Red Cross Dance, Monday. All invited. Arthur's Orchestra — Lunch. Admission 25 cents. Home From Hospital Mrs. Alex Dark was a patient in Victoria Hospital last week, She is now convalescing at her home where she will be confined to her bed for awhile yet. To Present Program At Belgrave The Junior Red Cross Society. of S. S. No. 5, 'Morris, will present a two-part programme with "A Frolic of Springtime", in the Foresters' Hall, Belgrave, on Friday evening,, May 14, at 8:00 p.m., under the direction of Dorothy Golley, teacher, and Elizabeth Mills, music supervisor, Admission: Adults 25c; children 100, PRESBYTERIAL WILL MEET HERE MAY 11 Maitland Presbyterial Will Hold Morning and Afternoon Sessions The 29th Annual. Meeting of .the Maitland Presbyterial Society of the W. M. S. of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, will be held in St. And- rew's Presbyterian Church, Wingham, on Tuesday, May 11th, 1943, with two sessions commencing at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p,m, A conference of Departments will be held in the morning followed by 2 minute reports. The special speaker, Mrs., V. A, Smith of Hamilton, Pro- vincial- President, will conduct a Forum of interest to Home Helpers, Mission Band, Young Women and Girls' Secretaries. Miss Frieda Matt- hews, representing the Council execu- tive will lead a discussion re the change of date of Annual Meeting. FRANK STURDY SHOT TEAM TO VICTORY Before Frank Sturdy took a position with the Sinall Arms Factory a couple of years ago he was one 'of the dead eye dicks of the local rifle team and club. That he is continuing to be a top shot has been the means of the Small Arms Rifle Club winning the Lakeshore district championship from the Goodyear Recreation Club which is supposed to have one of the classiest teams in that district, Frank had a score of 100-10x and the team tallied 500-31x points. FIFTY STUDENTS TO WORK ON FARMS About fifty students at Wing-ham High School will work on farms this year. Some have already secured their leave while others are waiting a call. Last year a number of girls went to the Niagara District to work on the fruit farms and it is expected that a greater number will go this year. Many who are joining the land army for the summer have had previous ex- perience which should fit them for More efficient Work, - Attended District Legion Meeting. A district meeting of the Canadian Legion was held at Orangeville on Sunday. Representing the Wingham Legion were W. G. Hamilton, the president; C. R. Coultes, past presi- dent; Lloyd Hingston, secretary; Bert Isard, treasurer. Back From Florida Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Crawford re- turned on Saturday from Florida where they have spent the winter, For some years Mr, and Mrs. Craw- ford have been winter residents at St. Petersburg and Alex says that the weather was fine but that ,we in Can- ada do not know it but we are living in clover. Many of the things that were plentiful in other years are now scarce due to the war. When a wo- man starts shopping she has to sub- stitute in many cases and then walk and walk before she has any luck. Alex said that they expected that this condition would become better as they travelled north but it did not. Alex cleaned up on all the prizes at the bowling club there this year, so when he goes 'back next year he may find them rationed also. WANT CLOTHES FOR RUSSIAN RELIEF Town Council. Sponsoring This Col- lection Next Week In connection with the collection of clothing for Russian Relief the Town Council are asking all citizens to take' part in this very worthy undertaking. The -Mayor and Council have set aside, next week May 3 to 8 for this purpose and request that clothes be left at the Town Hall. This clothing will then be dispatched to the proper authorities- at Toronto for shipment to Russia. NOTICE William's Restaurant will close. on Wednesday afternoon and evening commencing the first Wednesday in May. AN OPPORTUNITY Here is an opportunity for girls or young ladies of this district to secure a good training and be paid for doing so, Wingham General Hospital has openings at present for girls or young ladies to receive training as Ward Aids. This training will 'prove very useful in after life or one may follow the profession of a practical nurse after the necessary period at the hospital. For full information see Mrs. I. Monty, Superintendent of the Hospital. • PUPILS COMPETED IN LOAN QUIZ In support of the Fourth Victory Loan and to familiarize young people Nvith Canada's war effort, a series of 'quizz contests have been conduct4 throughout the schools of Ontario. The winners at the public school here are; Jimmy Hall for group A, grades 7 and 9; Joan Bushfield, for group B, grades 4, 5, 6; John Craw- ford, for group C, grades 1, 2, 3. The contest is enlarged for the win- ners in group A so Jimmy Hall will take part in the County Contest at Clinton at 8 p.m. to-night (Wednes- day). The winner at Clinton will take. part in the Division Competition at Stratford . and the Divisional win- ners will take part in . the Provincial finals in Toronto on Saturday morn- ing, May 15.