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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-09-27, Page 3• We had if before... iat/ror Iro The Worst inflation cameafter the NOW is the Real 'resting time •,. ast war . Victory VICO been Won on the bele front ,n but we must not velar. our effoiis'if We are to tifiaF continue tonavoid the 'evils' of n inflation and defiation• ''''::- ' .. • n., '..- the Vie are rapidly moving e..overcom :clay t owards when shortages wilt b e—hut .. , reconversi on takes ti:fite". The danger ,of inflation, and its ;t:pl!:scn shadovi,r;deflation—Will last' as 'tong415 , - . goods ctre not enough ton meet demands. ,1 ,),.,.. .. . The only controls that are being maintained are those that aid the production of needed supplies and their speedy and fair distribution to the public, and which prevent an inflationary price rise. As soon as conditions warrant, these will be dropped. Until industry gets back to normal production, price ceilings, rationing and some controls are a necessary safeguard for everyone of us. keep them working. IT'S YOUR JOB AND YOU1 SAVINGS ''''roAr ARE AT STAKE This advertisement Is one at a Series being Woad by the Government at Canada , to emphasise the important° Wm-eventing a further Metierse to the sod of living now and deflation and unemployment later. vAiwW*00y0iiiii A WHEN THE BOYS COME BACK TO THE FARMS They'll probably want telephone service, if they didn't have it before. War has taught n lot of those in uniform — and their parents, too — to rely on telephones. more than ever. Our plans are ready to make rural tele. phone service in Ontario and Quebec available to a greater number bf users in the post-war period. Much of the prelipinary work already bad been done when war interrupted the program extending rural t el ep It on e service. We intend to refirtiriC it rta SOOtt as the necessary materials and manpower are aVailable. MACHAN BROS. "'QUA EM LIT D Y \• C Il&Ress saf5S.._ EMPIRE BRASS MFG. CO., LIMITED Service from branch London Hamilton Toronto Sudbury Winnipeg Vancouver Thursday, Sept., Z7th, 1045 WINGIIAM ADVA;NCE-TI1V1ES PAGE T.: Silver Price Up New York, — Substantial buying of foreign silver at the new price of 7054 cents an ounce, jumped overnight from 44% cents an ounce, was reported. The Office of. Price Administration yesterday lifted the ceiling ,price on foreign silver from 0 to 7), cents an ounce, bringing the price into line with that for domestic silver. Ottawa To Discuss Charter Ottawa, — Approval of the United Nations Charter on world security, drafted at the San Francisco Confer- ence, may be the first major subject discussed in. Parliament after the de- bate on the Throne Speech is con- cluded. Anti-A-Bomb Device Developed London, — The Daily Express said that British and United States scien- tists have devised counter-weapons to the atomic bomb which are in advanc- ed stages of development, Prime Minister May Go To U.K. Ottawa, — Prime Minister Macken- zie King has a number of matters on which he would like to have personal talks with members of the new British •Government, he told the Commons. "I have been turning over in my mind what might be possible in that way and it may be that when the House gets along a little further with its busi- ness I shall ask the House to allow me to visit London for that and other purposes which I may take occasion to mention later on," he said. Points Finger At Mass Murders Lueneberg, Germany, — A plump, black-haired Polish Jewess, her con- centration camp number tattooed on her left forearm, dramatically pointed out 15' of 45 Nazis on trial for mass murder, and declared some of them selected Jewish prisoners of the Bel- sen and Oswiecim (Poland) camps for ,5 !moo o o ".", ll memeenemene,,,,,,, s death and prostitution, Troops. Allowed to Wed Germane Effective October "4 Al- lied occupation troops may- marry Germans and be billeted in German homes if their commanders-in-chief Approve, the Allied Control Couneil announced. !"••••,..^", Hirohito May Abdicate Tokyo, --- The possibility of the abdication of Emperor Hirohito is be- ing discussed by Japanese Government and United States circles here. Prince Yashuhito Chichibu, the emperor's eldest brother, who was educated in England, is named as the most likely successor. Speedy German Control Expected Berlin, — Gen. Eisenhower's ocm- mand apparently' -hopes to end Ameri- can military Government in Germany, except for the top over-all posts, with- in the next 15 months. R. C. R. to Return to London The Royal Canadian Regiment is expected to arrive in London soon, to receive a royal welcome •from military and civic officials and the citizens of London who sent these men off to war to fight on the distant battlefields of Europe. They will return on the Nieuw Amsterdam, landing in Hali- fax the end of the week. Bare Necessities Permitted Nazis Berlin, — The Allied Control Coun-' cil decided' that imports for Germany, which plundered Europe to feed her lust for conquest, would be limited in future to the minimum need to sustain her econofny. As for exports, said the council, all except those made in pay- ment for approved reparations Will be made available to pay for imports. No Cocktail Bars Toronto, — Judge W. T. Robb, ch4irtnan of the Liquor Authority Control Board, said his department "knew nothing whatever" of reports the Ontario Government is considering the abolition of women's beverage rooms and the operation, on a limited scale -by first-class hotels, of cocktail 'ers and lounges, ...1T7T^M^T POlicy on. Japan Not MacArthure Washington, Dean Acheson, act- ing secretary of state publicily rebuk- ed Gen. MacArthur for the statement of the -Allied supreme commander in Japan that 200,•000 troops will be suf- ficient to .control Japan in six, months, Government Won Non-Confidence Motion Ottawa, — The Commons by a vote of 193 to 20 defeated a C.C.F, motion of non-confidence in the Government. The motion was moved September 10 by M. J. Coldwell, C.C,F, leader, in the form of an amendment to the mo- tion for adoption of the Speech from the Throne. Lord Haw Haw To. Hang London, — William Joyce, the scar- faced little "Lord Haw Haw" who broadcast Nazi propaganda to Britain throughout the war, was convicted of treason in Old Bailey and sentenced to be hanged. U. S. Intends to Control Seas Washington, — Post-war control of the seas with a navy capable of "de- livering atomic bomb attacks" was urged by Navy Secretary James V. Forrestal before the Heuse of Repre- sentatives Naval Committee. Most Hong Kong P.O.W's. Liberated Ottawa, — All but possibly 150 of the 1,500-odd Canadian soldiers taken prisoner by the Japanese at the fall of Hong Kong on Christmas Day, 1941, have been liberated and are in the process of repatriation, an official source said here. BELMORE Rev. Heart of Port Elgin took the service in the Presbyterian Church Sunday, There was 110, service fn the United Church on account of the Anniversary at McIntosh:,. The Manse was the scene of a quiet wedding Wednesday afternoon, when Miss Margaret Abram became the . bride of Mr. Qrundwell, of London.' Rev, Arthur Hewitt ,officiating, Latest arrivals from overseas: Jack Herd and Clare Edwards, Sunday the. family ;assembled at Wm. Edwards to, meet Clare whose home is in St. Marys, Mrs, Finley invited the ladies pi the Red Cross. Thursday afternoon for. a quilting, pieced by Mrs,' Wm, Ed- wards, Lunch consisted of sandwich- es, cake and cookies, prepared by Mrs, Finley and daughters, Those Attending Mildmay fair Wed, nesday, the Johann family, James Darling, Jimmie and Charlie, The• Children's parade was fine, the Sep- arate School carrying off the laurels, Mrs. John Harper and mother, Mrs. James Darling; Mrs. John Wilton; M. jeffray, visited Mrs, Albert Haskins and Miss Susan Johns, Mrs. McLean of Petrolia is at pres- ent the guest of the Misses Stokes and Mrs. W, J, Ballagh of Teeswater, (Too late for last week) The basement of the Community Hall made a comfortable spot for the September meeting of the Women's Institute, Wednesday afternoon. With Mrs. Roy Rutherford as -president, president, Mrs. Elmer Zinn, Secretary- treasurer, The meetingstpened with the Ode and prayer. Roll Call — a interesting person I know. Mrs. Fred Johann had a splendid paper on the Ideal Home. Mrs. Zinn read a letter from Mrs. Cliff Playter, now of Mt. Brydges, near London, inviting the members to visit them in their new home, which they like very much. After singing the National Anthem all gathered around the long table for a good old-fashioned cup of tea, and lunch served by Mrs. Elliott, Mrs. Norman Newans, Mrs. Roy Ruther- ford. All had a most enjoyable time. Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Abraham and John: Mr. and Mrs. 'Grant, Miss -Grant, liters. Abraham's brother and sister from Brussels. Mr. 'and Mrs. Clayton Edwards and Jimmie, now of Listowel, were up for the gathering, FALL FAIR DATES Atwood Sept. 2 ,,29 Dungannon ...... ..... ...„, Sept, 27-28 Harriston Sept. 2'7.28 Lucknow ..... •••••—•., Sept, 20-26 Owen Sound Sept, 29 Oct. 2 Tara Sept. 20-27 Bayfield Oat. 9-10 St. Marys ..„„.,... .... Oct. 4- 5 Teeswater Oct. 2- 3 Wingbant Horse Show .......— Nov. 1st Walkerton .. .. ........ Nov. 21-22 INTERESTING CLIPS I OF DISTRICT NEWS Clinton Paper Changes Hands • The Clinton News-Record has changed hands, The new owners are R. S, Atkey and H. L. Tomlinson, G. E. Hall who has been the publisher since October 1916 will now live re- tired and will remain in Clinton for the present at least. Mr, Atkey be- comes the new editor and business manager. For the past year he has been editor of the Daily Commercial News, Toronto. Mr. Tomlinson who will act as plant manager, has served as a staff sergeant with the Canadian Army for the past two and a half years. Prior to that. both had exten- sive experience in weekly newspaper field, the former as news editor and the latter as assistant superintendent of the Barrie Examiner, one of Can- ada's best weekly newspapers. Snake Swallowed Chipmunk James Miller and Edgar Rutherford witnessed a drama of nature near Wiarton in which a rattlesnake killed and swallowed a chipmunk. The snake had nine rattles and was one of the largest found on the peninsula in some time.—Arthur Enterprise News. Goderich Couple Home From Overseas Among those arriving in Canada when the Scythia docked at Quebec were FO. Carl Anderson and his wife, Cpl. Anne Anderson. They were met by friends and relatives at Woodstock on Wednesday night and came on to Goderich Thursday. — Goderich Sig- nal-Star, Robbery Is Frustrated A bold attempt to rob the Reichen- bach Jewellry store on Walkerton's Main street, was made during Tues- day night but the would-be thieves were apparently frightened off while endeavouring to force the lock of the front door and left the scene of oper- ations empty handed. — Walkerton Herald-Times. 91-Year-Old Woman Fractured Hip Mrs. James Cardiff, who is in her 91st year had the misfortune to be the victim of an accident in her home -here. She slipped on a mat and fell splinter- ing a bone just below her hip, She was removed to Clinton hospital and is making a splendid recovery. — Brussels Post. Boy Injured By Car Little Bruce Hughes, 5-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs.J. 0. Hughes of town, had his left foot run over by a car. He was taken to Wingham Hospital for X-ray examination, which revealed no broken bones, although the fit is quite sore yet.—Teeswater News. Teeswater Fair Has More Stands The directors of the Teeswater Fair Board arc busy making improvements for the fair being held October 2 and 3. A cattle building 50x80 is being erected and the grand stand which has been inadequate is being enlarged to accommodate an aditional 2,000 per- sons, bringing the stand accommoda- tion tip to 3,800. The new cattle shed will house an extra hundred head., House -Struck By Lightning During the Severe electric storm, which passed over this district. early Thursday morning, the residence of Mr, Mervin Lane, on lot 7, concession 6, Tutkersmitle was struck by light- ning and completely destroyed in the fire that followed, The loss .included most of the household effects and clothing of Mr. Lane and family, but fortunately the fire did not reach the barn and other buildings. Seaforth Hardt Expottior, Bruce Senator Heads Committee " Senator j. J. Donnelly of Pinkerton 13ruce's Sold representative in the up- per chamber was named chairman of the senate standing committee on agri- culture and forestry, a Committee lie has -headed for several terms, Hin- cardine News, , „ UM; ;; ll l ll 00000 o Pultifnon WORLD WIDE NEWS IN CONDENSED FORM .4 ( 1,U ,rmorkV 'tea DURO PUMP ASe YOUR FARM LABOUR PROBLEM Running water is essential — in the home, the stables, poultry houses and greenhouses — saves time, labour and promotes better and healthier living conditions. NEW DURO PUMPS ere available in greater quantities today, but shortages of Materials and Wow will not allow the Duro Factory to produce enough to meet the antand. All Duro Dealers are on a quota basis and permit to purchase *tit be approved by W.P.T.B. EMCO FIXTURES AND FITTINGS • roe Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry. Visit your Zmco Dealer for available styles. Investigating Building of Cottages • The enforcement division of the Wartime Prices and Trade Board has been given the findings of a recent in- vestigation into the construction of summer cottages at Sauble Beach and at other points along the shore of Lake Huron.—Kincardine News. Charged With False Statements After a preliminary inquiry, Arthur Parry, of Clinton, charged with de- famatory libel against the personnel of the R.C.A.F. radio school at Clin- ton, was committed for trial at the next session of the Supreme Court of Ontario, by Magistrate A. F. Cook, in police court at Goderich on Thursday afternoon. New High School For Listowel Plans that will provide a modern new high school for Listowel and dis- trict were started by the Board of Education. Meeting with Mr. B. R. Coon, of B, S. Coon & Son, architects, Toronto, the Board discussed all phases of the building program and received valuable information from Mr. Coon. A motion was passed authorizing the chairman and secretary to sign the agreement with B. S. Coon & Son, architects, for the necessary architectural services. — Listowel Banner. ee eeTee Listowel Boy Hong Kong Prisoner , CMS. George S. McDonnell, Lie-- towel boy who enlisted at 16 and was taken prisoner at Hong Kong and re- mained unreported for many months is safe in Melbourne, Australia, accord- ing to word received by his uncle, George W. Hay, Stratford. Radio Beacon at Goderich The radio beacon being established at the harbor was finished Th,ursday. It has been painted in alternate sec- tions of orange and white, and stands 140 feet up from the water at the end of the north pier. Steamboats will be able to pick it up 100 miles away and steer straight for it.