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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-05-03, Page 1SALVATION ARMY OFFICER LEAVES p•••••••••••••••,••• New Officer Is Lieut. Evelyn McBride. Adjt. A. Howells, who e has been in charge of the Salvation Army here ,since last September, has left for her home in Paris. Adjt. Howells has made a host of friends here during her comparatively short stay, who re- gret very much that illness in her family at home made it necessary for her to leave her post here. The new officer in charge is Lieut. Evelyn McBride who came here from Hanover, who has been here for a few weeks and already has •become very well acquainted. RUMMAGE SALE WAS GREAT SUCCESS Proceeds Amounted To $445.15 The Rummage Sale held in the armouries Saturday afternoon, under the auspices of the Ladies' Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital, was an outstanding success. The proceeds totaled $445.15 made up as follows: men and women's clothing, $184.60; infants and children's wear, $82.21; shoes, $36.35; hats, $15.30; tapestry. $20.90; miscellaneous articles and furniture, $70.00; tea room, $34,79. The ladies wish to express their ap- preciation to all those who made do- nations to the sale, also to those who assisted in any way. It might be well to note here that this group supply the hospital with bedding, linens, dishes, and many other necessary articles. Without the efforts of these ladies it would he im- possible for the board to carry on. The ladies are already making plans to have their rummage sale in thelall bigger and better than ever. There is no doubt but these sales will now be semi-annual affairs. Mothers Day greetings cards, more lovely than ever at McKibbons. Fined $25 and Costs Gibson Vogan was fined $25 and costs by Magistrate Walker. in police court here, on Friday on a charge of failing to remain at the scene of an accident. The charge was the result of his not remaining at the scene of an accident early the Saturday morn- ing previous to the trial, when his car and Archie Campbell's car crashed at Wroxeter. MOSQUITO BOMBERS SALUTED WINN Planes Dropped Letters to Local Chairman Extending Congratulations For Victory Loan Achievement Tuesday noon four Mosquito Bomb- ers from London, Ontario, gave the folk of this town and community a real thrill. The lads who flew these planes gave a grand exhibition of flying. The speed with which these planes travelled was an eye-opener and the stunts that they performed were executed with great skill and daring. After seeing these planes in action we here can now well under- stand why the Mosquito ranks high as an instrument of war. It surely is a fast manoeuvrable plane. These planes were sent here to do honour to Wingham for leading all municipalities he Huron County for the first week. It was expected that only one bomber would demotistrate, The others were probably here to put on an extra show, Wingham having gone over their Victory Loan object- ive a few hours previously. The first in the County to do •so. Letters of congratulations were dropped which read as follows: Mr. Frank R. Howson: Chairman Victory Loan Committee, Wingham, Ont. Congratulations to you, your corn- inittee and the Citizens of Winghain on leading all municipalities in Huron County for the first week, it is leadership such as you. have given that not only encourages but in- spires all surrounding distriete. T. D'Arcy Leonard, Chairman, National War Finance Committee Provifice of Ontario, A mite of one dollar for being the first to deliver one of these letters to Ilowson went to George Potter. Re picked the letter up at the corner of Patrick and Main Street, °HAWED COMMITTEE READ THIS ITEM RE FOR REHABILITATION V-E DAY SERVICE MET INSPECTION THURSDAY MORNING All Parents And Others Who May Be Interested Urged To Attend For the first time in a nitmber of years there will be a cadet inspection here, Our boys, in their new uni- forms, present a splendid appearance and it is .hoped that as many of the parents as possible, also all other in- terested citizens, will be present. The ceremony will take place on the High School Campus at 9.30 o'clock, Thursday morning this week. May 3. The inspecting officer will be Major 3. Young, cadet inspecting officer for M.D. No. 1, and the salute will be -taken by Lt. Col, George W. How- -son, commanding officer of the 21st (R) Regiment, R.C.A. CHARLIE BASKERVILLE WOUNDED SECOND TIME Word Received Here Monday Did Not Give Particulars Lieut. Charles H. Baskerville has been wounded for a second time. Word to this effect was received Mon- day by his grandfather, Mr.' Charles .R. Wilkinson. The word received here did not state the nature of his -wounds but friends here will hope that they are not severe and that be has a speedy recovery. Last November Charlie was wound- ed in the arm and leg by bomb-frag- •ments, He made a good ,recovery and •returned to his unit. Since that time 'he has been twice in hospital, the last lime just prior to being wounded. Charlie enlisted from here on Sep- tember 12th, 1939, joining up with the 100th Battery of Listowel. After training at Petawawa, Ti-acadia and Sussex in. Nova Scotia, the battery went overseas three year's ago this iiionth. He was then a sergeant. .He -was later chosen to attend an officers' course at Sandhurst Royal Military College, graduating in February of last year. He went to France shortly after '"D" Day and has been with an arm- •oured regiment. On Monday morning word was re- ceived here also that Mr. Sam Basker- ville, Charlie's grandfather, had pas- sed on in Parkwood Hospital. He -was in his 86th year. *Early Spring-Then Cold As we write this article on Tues- -day we can see out the window and /lakes of snow are falling. It is not -what may be termed a fall of snow but the air is truly chilly as it has -been for the past few weeks, There have been several rather severe frosts lately and it is, predicted that the early -fruit will be affected. The growth is -very slow and grain that has been in -the ground for some time has shown' 'very little progress. 11R. HOOD TOLD LIONS ABOUT LABRADOR Members Here Arranging To Attend Blyth Lions Charter Night On Thursday A regular luncheon of Wingham Lions Club was held at Yemen's Grill with a capacity attendance. First Vice-President Bill Hamilton presided :and Lion Charles , Roberts carried on as Tailtwister for, the evening. Lion Tamer Jack McKibbon appointed as Deputies, Lions Omar Haselgrove, Harry Gibson and Bill McCool and =each Deputy took his turn atleading the singing. Tailtwister Charles Roberts checked over ell Lions who failed to wear the badge indicating that they had pur- chased a Victory Bond, Lion Bob llobden gave a brief list of reasons why Victory Bonds should be purch- ased by every Lion. Guests of the Club were Mt. Ross Scott of Bruce- field, Messrs., Wm. Turobull and Orah Crawford of the Rehabilitation Branch, London; Lion Tom Pryde of Exeter; Mr, George Dill of Toronto, and Lion 1)4 Hodd, President of the newly formed Blyth Lions' 4tub, Lion Bill Hamilton welcomed all 'the guests arid called upon Lion Bill Booth to give an account of himself. Lion Bill was given a fine reception and proceeded to tell of interestleg events while stationed on the Alaska Highway, He thanked Lions for re- (Continued On page two) WINGHAM FIRST OVER THE TOP IN VICTORY LOAN CAMPAN Tuesday Morning Sales Totaled $213,- 400 Which Was $12,900 Above Quota. Sales Now Total $220,700 Salesmen Now Shooting At New Objective of $300,000 And. The Winning of the County Shield Wingham was the first municipality to go over the top in Huron County in the 8th Victory Loan Drive. This was accomplished by Monday evening as the reports of the salesmen Tues- day morning showed $213,400 had been eubscribed exceeding the quota of $200,500 by $12,900, Mr. Frank Howson, chairman of the local com- mittee, immediately announced that every effort would be made to reach $300,000, set as the objective when the quota was reached. For being the first to exceed the quota in the county the salesmen here will each receive as a souvenir, a polished shell top. They are now making every' effort to have the high- est percentage el the end of the campaign. It' this is accomplished a beautiful 'shield will come to Wingham. The sales as reported Wednesday morning as we go to press are $220,- 700. Wingham has never won the county shield and this may be our last chance to do so. All citizens as a matter of civic pride, are urged to buy as many bonds as possible so that the honour of receiving. this shield will be ours. Wingham in Lead District Total to date % WINGHAM $220,700 111.00 Clinton 112,500 59.57 Goderich Twp. 150,800 55.51 Turnberry 39,850 48.59 Zurich, Hay West 47,200 48.41 Blyth 22,900 46.73 Wawanosh E. 34,200 46.21 Wawanosh W. 33,400 45.13 Colborne 31,800 44.78 Howick 103,500 43.30 Morris Twp. 38.850 38,27• Brussels 29,450 37,04 Grey Twp, 47,000 36.84 Stanley 39,000 35.45 Hensall, Hay 38,300 34.97 Seaforth 52,650 - 32.58 Usborne .......... ........ 34,850 32.26 Hullett Twp. 31,200 28.75 Goderich ....... ...... 128,050 27.89 Ashfield 29,650 26.30 25,500 23.50 Tuckersmith 23,200 21.48 Exeter 43,800 21.19 Stephen E. 11,200 15.77 Stephen W. 8,950 .12.60 DON NASMITH HAS . ARRIVED OVERSEAS Mrs. D. Nasmith received a table from her husband, Squadron Leader Don Nasmith, that he has, arrived overseas. Don, prior to enlistment was with C. Lloyd and Son. He join- ed the R,C.A.F. in January 1941. He received his elementary training at Sky Harbor and in September that year graduated as a pilot at Camp Borden and also receiving the rank of Pilot Officer. He was stationed at Trenton as an instrutcor and while there was promoted to Flying Officer and then Flight Lieutenant, Last October he was given the rank of Squadron Leader, Prior to proceed- ing overseas he was examining officer at Camp Borden. Mrs. Nasmith and two children are at present visiting with Mr. and Mrs, Gordon Buchanan. LIONS HOODING AUCTION SALE Big Event Saturday Afternoon and Evening, May 19th Wingham Lions Club will conduct an action sale in the Wingham Arena on the afternoon and evening of Satur- day, May 19th, Donations of sale- able household furniture is solicited. Other articles whieh they would be pleased to accept as donation are; sporting goods, habit carriages, high. chairs, children's sleighs,' wagong, trucks, etc,; lawn mowers, bicycles, stoves, radios, sewing machines, elec- tric fixtures and appliances, etc, etc. All proceeds will go to the Wing- haul General Hospital Minding Fund, Pick-up by truck will be 'arranged, All Are Urged To Attend Community Service In The United Church There has been a change ,in plans for the Community Service which will be held on WE Day. If the announce- ment•regarding V-E Day comes dur- ing the night or up to 9 a.m. in the morning the service will be held at 10.30 a,m. as planned. Otherwise the service will lie held here one hour after the announcement in a similar way that the service was held on "D" Day. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT Next Clinic Will Be Held Here May 16th Severely wounded at Caen, where be was Company Commander in the Carneronian Scottish Rifles, Captain Wynne Baldwin recovered conscious- ness in an English hospital, "I got in the way of a piece of pig-iron. -I didn't have anything left; in fact they told me I was literally blown out of my boots. I-learned wilt Red Cross service meant. My father and mother were advised by the Red Cross that I was in hospital. They were given a reassuring message about me. - The Red Cross was there at all times, checking on the casualties, supplying comforts, conveniences, writing next- of-kin. Then, there were those little steel shafts at the head of each bed with bottles of blood serum attached. I know what that means because I had seven transfusions." This is the same story that can be told by, thousands of those wounded in the services. It took seven trans- fusions for Capt. Baldwin. Blood do- nations' are needed yet in these hours of nearing victory. Plan to attend the clinic here May 16th. Leave your. name at McKibbons or the Red Cross rooms. Special title Mothers Day cards at McKibbons. Underwent Operation Mrs. Frank Seddon underwent an operation in Wingham General Hos- pital on Tuesday last week. Friends wish her a speedy recovery. Tulip Tea and Sale The Ladies' Auxiliary.to the Legion will hold their annual Tulip Tea, Sale of Baking and Work in the Armour- ies from 3 to 6, Saturday afternoon, May 5th. All are invited. LEGION AUXILIARY HELD INITIATION Plan To Hold Tulip Tea On Tuesday night the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Canadian Legion held their regular meeting with a large number present. The Past President's badge was presented by the President to Mrs, W. W. Armstrong, who had been Presi- dent for seven years. In thanking the comrades Mrs, Armstrong assured them of leer pleasurepleasure in the work and of her continued interest, After the Minutes and business letters of appreciation were read for Easter remembrances. An interesting letter from Doug. Hoffman was read telling of life in the hospital, Mrs, Howard asked to be relieved of her work in making up the quilts which she has faithfully tarried out for the last two years. Mrs. ?G. Hall volunteered ,to carry on this worth- while work. Four quilts for the minesweepers were displayed and . enough blocks brought in to make two more, One of the quilts had been made and donated by the Evening Guild of the Anglican Church. A letter from the Mine- sweepers' Auxiliary thanked the ladies for the donation last month of $64 and 4 quilts Plans were Made' for the Tulip Tea and Sale of Baking and Work, to be held in the Armouries on May Pith, beautiful V for Victory guilt, the blocks made and donated by Mrs, Nicholson, Bluevale, and made up by Mrs. Treed Corrigatt, will be raffled. It is now do display in the window of the Hydro Shop. Three new members were initiated and welcomed into the society. This Committee Will Assist Veterans With Their Rehabilitation Problems Officers From The Department Gave Informative Talks At a meeting held in the Council Chambers on Friday evening a Citi- zens' Committee to assist ! veterans with their rehabilitation problems was organized. This committee was form- edalong the lines am suggested by the Department of Veterans' Affairs and any discharged soldiers who desire in- formation regarding their rehabilita- tion or any'other information the com- mittee will do their best to supply this information, The committee is as follows: Hon. Chairmen - Mayor Fred L. Davidson, Reeve J. J. Evans. Chairman-W. W. Armstrong. Vice-Chairman-H, C, MacLean. See'y.-Treas.--E. L. Stuckey. Convenors. of Committee- Vocational and Education - Dr. George Ross. Pensions-Duncan Kennedy. Re-establishment Credits - R. Hobden. Veterans' Land Act-George Wil- liams. Employment-R: H. Lloyd. Social Service-E. S. Copeland. Publicity-Frank Johnson and W. B. McCool. In the case of any ladies returning frorethe services it is recommended that they contact the President of the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Legion, who in turn would contact the chairman of the Rehabilitation, Committee, The officers and convenors of com- mittees were impowered to complete these committees, which will be done shortly, Two officers of the Department of Veterans' Affairs from the offices at Queens Park, London, gave those present some very useful information regarding the various acts which af- fects the -discharged soldier, These benefits are enjoyed by the Women's Division of the various branches of the forces as well. They were Mr. Wm. L. Turnbull and Mr. Orah Crawford, Mr. Crawford explained the various benefits to which the veteran is en- titled, speaking in particular regarding education benefits, and the ways to which the man's re-establishment credit may be used. Mr., Turnbull explained the function of the various committees formed by the Rehabilitation groups, He gave a very full explanation of their work and how they could aid the department in assisting veterans. He said that some people were making efforts to extract from the veterans their re-establish- ment credit And that these rackets must be exposed and the veteran warned regarding them, Play at Belgrave, May 15th A four-act play "Valley Farm", will be presented by the Bluevale Institute in Foresters' Hall, Belgrave, May 15, sponsored by the Excellisor Class. Curtain 8.30 o'clock. Admission 35c and 20c. Received Roses For Anniversary Mrs. George (Burdette) Stewart's husband has been overseas since 1939 and each year he has sent her on their wedding anniversary a bouquet of as many roses as they were years mar- ried. Last Thursday she received a bouquet of 17.. They were slightly late arriving as the anniversary day was April 14th. Preparing Voters' Lists The enumerators for this riding have been busy for the past week pre- paring the voters' lists for the Domin- ion election oil June 11th The Pro- vincial voters' lists for Huron-Bruce are being prepared by Crown Attorney D. E. Holmes of Goderich in co-oper- ation with the various municipal clerks of the riding, Notice of sittings for the revising officers have been posted in each division. This election takes place a week previous to the other, Jame 4th. NOTE CHANGE IN DATE OF PLAY The three-act comedy "Princess O'Toole" which was billed for present- ation in the'Town Nall here, May 1.1th, has been postponed for one week, to May 18th. This play is . being sponsored by the choir of St, Andrew's Chad' and is being staged by the members of Ximx Choir, Listowel. • Single Copies Five Cents With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorarie Vidette and Wroxeter News. ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 3r4, 190 Subscriptions PAO Per Yew HEADS NORTH HURON PRO. CONSERVATIVES Mr, George, Feagan Named President At an enthusiastic meeting of the executive and chairman of municipal- ities for the North. Huron Progressive Conservative Association held here Thursday evening, Mr. George Feagan of Colborne Township was chosen president of the Association, replacing Mr, H. 5, A, MacEwan of Goderich, who has resigned on account of ill health. Mr. Feagan is well known throughOut the riding, having served as warden of the county, Mr. Rhys Pollock of Wing-haul, was elected as secretary-treasurer, The former sec- retary was Mr. F. R. Darrell of Gode- rich, who also gave up this position on account of his health, Plans were laid to give full support to Mr. L. E. Cardiff in the forth- coming Dominion election. ARRANGE SPEAKER FOR FEDERATION BANQUET Ken Betzner of Waterloo To Address East Wawanosh Federation Banquet Audience - The executive of the East Wawa- nosh Unit of the Federation of Agri- culture have set the date for their annual banquet, which will be held in the ForeAers' Hall, Belgrave. The date is Thursday, May 1st, and the special speaker will be Mr. Ken Betz- ner of Waterloo, Provincial President of ,the Provincial Federation. Arrangements were also made for the showing of the next National Film on May 10th. The presentations will take place in the Belgrave School in the afternoon, and in the Foresters' Hall in the evening. The East Wawanosh council will be asked by the unit to collect by taxation from each ratepayer the annual Fed- eration membership dues of $1.00 per year. Any farmer to be given the priviledge of withdrawing his name ilay- making a written.application to the council. The representative to the County Federation was instructed to secure any information regarding a post-war rehabilitation program. The executive will meet again May 22 at the home of Mr, A, D, Camp- bell. :Or Hospital Auxiliary Meets Monday The May meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary to Wingham General Hos- pital. will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday afternoon, May 7, at 3 o'clock. F.O. JIM HAMILTON ADDRESSED LEGION. Delegates Named For Legion. District Convention Two new members were initiated at the Legion meeting held last week. Many of the new army are joining tip with this organization and it is expect- ed that the local Legion will have a, large membership when the boys re- turn from the services. A special feature of this meeting was a talk by Flying Officer Jim Hamilton, who was recently discharg- ed from the services after completion of a tour of duty with the bomber command, overseas. Jim gave a vivid description of what takes place prior to a tour of duty over enemy lines. He told of the briefing received by the crews and how nothing was left to chance if it could be possibly avoided, He said that his experiences had. been ' with Halifax bombers and that one could walk erect the full length of the fusilage. For a trip over Germany these planes used about 2000 gallons of gasoline. He said that a navigator was expected to have his plane over the target within a minute of a given time, His fine description of a night operations was most in,- formative, in fact he told of various missions that his crew were on. The following will attend the annual Legion Distriat Conference which will be held its Galt on Sunday next: W. G. Hamilton, C, R. Coultes, Valle Wyek. Duriceit Kennedy, W. W. Arm- strong, A Past President's Badge was pre- sented to W. G, Hamilton by C, Cetiltea on behalf of the members. Mr, Hamilton had been president for two years., 1048, 1044, WOMEN'S INSTITUTE NAMED OFFICERS Mrs, A. R, Du,Val Was Re-elected President The annual meeting of the Women's Institute took place in the Council' Chambers Friday, April 27. Roll Call was answered by supplying a quilt block for the many quilts needed by the Red Cross and paying fees, The election of officers was capably conducted by MTS. S. Campbell with the following results: Hon. Pres.-Mrs. W. 5. Henderson. Past. Pres.-Mrs. J. H. Crawford. Pres,-Mrs, A. R. DuVal (elected for the second term). 1st Vice-Mrs. Gordon Gannett. 2nd Vice-Mrs, M. Foxton, Seey-Treas.---Mrs. C. Hopper_ Dist. Director-Mrs, Stanley Hall. Branch Directors-Mrs. John Lock- ridge, Mrs. W. H. Fraser, Mrs. S. Bateson. Pianist-Mrs. N. Keating. Assistant-Mrs. H. Aitcheson. Press Rep.-Mrs, S, Bateson. Flower.Convenor-Mrs, 5. Halliday. Property-Mrs. T, Bower, Mrs. C. Martin. Auditors-Mrs. 3. Walpole, Mrs, J. H. Crawford. Red Cross Work-Mrs. G. Hastie. At the end of the business period Miss O'Connor introduced the District Manager, Mrs, Miller of Owen Sound and Mrs., McLean, agent, of Kincar- dine, who represented the Spencer Foundation garments. Mrs. Miller, demonstrating with models pointed out in detail the many features designed by Dr Spencer for better health and comfort which gives them priority as well. The demonstra- tion was in keeping with the Insti- tute's Health Program, Better Health also meant better appearance, Ques- tions regarding any, garment were welcomed. Mrs. Jennie Currie, one of the oldest members, donated a wool hooked rug, and requested that as many tickets as possible be sold at 10c each and the whole proceeds handed over to the Red Cross. .40 A few interesting articles under "Citizenship" were read, The National Anthem was sung and tea was served. Purchased Isard House Mr. R. H. Lloyd has purchased the Isard home, corner of John street and Carling Terrace. We understand that it is his intention to make this prop- erty into a duplex. Attended Diamond Wedding Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Pattison and. Laura, attended the Diamond Wedding Anhiversary of Mr. and Mrs. William Weber of Auburn which they celebrat- ed Tuesday, May 1st, Coming Po Wifigharn This Week Mrs, (Rev.) Alex Nimmo and two children will arrive in Wingham on Thursday of this week. The house- hold effects arrived at the manse last week: We extend to them a hearty welcome. Cadet Dance Held Last Week The Wingham High 'School Cadets held a very successful dance in the armouries on Wednesday evening last week. The attendance was very gratifying and all enjoyed the music of Elliott Carruthers and his band, Two Shows Mon., Tues., Wed. The special picture MRS. PARK- INGTON starring Greer Gerson anti Walter Pidgeon is at the Lyceum Theatre Wingham, Nay 7, 8, 9. There will be TWO SHOWS EACH NIGHT at 8,00 p.m, and 10.00 p.m. Engagement Announcement Mr. amid Mrs. Frederick C. Fuller, Wingham, announce the engageinent of their daughter, Clara Lillian (Peg), to Flying Officer Frederick John Bateson, son of Mr, and Mrs. Stafford Bateson,. .Wingham, The marriage to 'take place in St. Paul's Church. Wingham, at three-thirty o'clock, on Wednesday, May 23rd. Graduated From Emanuel Bible College Miss Lorraine Carter has success- fully passed her examinations at the Emanuel Bible College in Kittherier. The graduation exercises were held on Friday last week and her father, Mr. Fred Carter, attended the ceremony. Miss Carter is desirous, if possible, of entering missionary work. Greeting cards of charaeter for Mothers Day--at Metibbons.