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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1946-04-11, Page 1 rtz With Which Is Amalgamated The Gerrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 1946 Subscriptions $2.00 per Year Each Service The Churches of the town will hold :union services during Holy Week. 'The meetings will be addressed by visiting ministers and will commence each evening at 8 o'clock': The follow- ing is the schedule fol• the week: Monday—At Salvation Army Hall. Speaker, Capt. R. D. Marks, Toronto. Tuesday—Baptist Church. Rev. M. L. Gregg, M.A., Walkerton. Wednesday— Presbyterian Church. Rev. G. A. Milne, M.A., Brussels, Thursday—Anglican Church. • Rev. R. W. Holmes, Bayfield. Good Friday—United Church. Rev. • Harold Snell, B,A., Auburn. 10,16 instead of 11.24. No definite information has been re- ceived regarding the afternoon train, iatit -it is rumored That it will leave here an hour or so later, arriving lit Tor- onto at the same tlitie, The Brave Adventurer's Mission Band held their meeting during the Sunday School period on Sunday, Ap- Ith. The meeting was in charge of Barbara Irwin, The meeting was opened with quiet music 'followed by the Call to Worship which was taken -from the World Friend. Verses-1, 2, and 5 of hymn 102 were sung. Shirley Snell read a poem. The scripture tak- en from John 20, verses 1 to 18 was read by Jim Irwin. Wilfred Shiell led in prayer. Eleanor reported the Watch Tower for this month which .was followed by . hymn 583. The Mission Band Purpose was re- peated by all and the minutes of the last meeting were read. The Roll Call was taken. The Birthday Song was sung for Anne, Joan and Barbara, arid the story from the Mission Band Book was read. The meeting closed with hymn 610 and the closing prayer. New Schedule Goes Into Effect On April 28th. Mr. John W Hanna,' 1M.P.P. in- forms us that improved train service and better type coaches have been pro- mised the people of this district and the Bruce Peninsula by the Canadian National Railways. This has been the result of the persisitent efforts of four members .of the Ontario Legislature: W. Hanna of Huron-Bruce; J. P, Johnston, Bruce; Dr, M. P. Phillips, Grey and J, Fred Edwards of Perth. For many years the people of the district have sought a better service, and on April 28th., a new schedule goes into effect. Mr. l3urginan, the local agent has not received any official information, regarding the hours of train depart- ures front here, but it is expected that the Morning train will leave about 6,45 and arrive in Toronto at 11 a.m, The evening train will love Toronto at 5.85 and arrive in. Wingham about , BRAVE ADVENTURERS MISSION BAND Wingham Horticultural Society-30 Gladiolus, 5 polyanthus Primrose, 25 Asparagus or 4 Chrysanthemums. Membership $1,00; Mrs. E. J. Nash, Secretary. CHURCHES , UNITE FOR HOLY WEEK 'Visiting Speakers Will Be Present For 1946 PREMIUMS REORGANIZATION OF . ALPS GOLF CLUB Enthusiastic Meeting Held in Wingham Tuesday Evening At a meeting of the) Official Board of the Wingham United Church held on Friday evening, a resolution was unaminously passed inviting Rev. W. A. Beecroft to remain as pastor of the church indefinitely. An allowance of $100 was made for use of the car, INVITES PASTOR TO REMAIN HERE ARMY AND AIRFORCE MEN ARRIVE HOME Docked At Halifax On Friday Aboard the Ile de France W1NGHAM CADET CORP INSPECTION Died In North Bay Mr. W. G. Hamilton was called to North Bay on Saturday owing to the sudden death of his brother. Funeral services were held there on Monday, then in Torontto on Tuesday, where interment was made, • Mrs, Hamilton and Miss Dorothy attended the fun- eral in Toronto, INDUCTION SERVICE HELD AT BITEVALE Rev. Leland C. Jorgensen, New Minis- inter for Belmore and Bluevale The congregations of Belmore Pres- byterian Church and Knox Church, Bluevale, were well represented at the church here on Friday evening for the induction of Rev. Leland C. Jorgen- sen of Dalhousie, New Brunswick. Rev. P. A, Ferguson of Hensall, con- ducted the meeting, after reading the 4th chapter of Ephesians and leading in prayer, he delivered an earnest ser- mon from the last clause of the bene- diction found in 2 Cor. 13-14. "The Communion of the Holy Ghost". He referred to it -as the keynote and point- ed out that the only way to know God, was through the Holy Ghost. Rev. Alexander Nimmo of Wing- ham, Interim Moderator for the con- gregation, narrated the steps leading to the Call and Rev. S. M. Scott of Kincardine, Moderator of the Hufon Maitland Presbytery of the Presby- terian ,Church in Canada, performed the induction ceremony. Rev. George A. Milne of Brussels in addressing the newly inducted minister, spoke of him as a pilot taking the helm at a most opportune time, when the church was sponsoring a campaign for "Advance for Christ". Rev, A. H. Wilson of Whitechurch, delivered a stirring mes- sage to the congregations based on the text. "So built we the walls, for the people had a mind to work". He spoke of the church as the greatest safeguard for humanity and gave some fine suggestions on how the people could assist the minister, especially in his pastoral duties: A pleasing contri- bution to the service was a vocal duet, "Thou Art Near", rendered by Mr. and Mrs. Horace Aitcheson of Wing- ham. Rev. L. C. Jorgensen pronoun- ced the benediction. Mr. Henry Johann, Belmore; Mr. arid Mrs. J. C. Higgins introduced Mr. and Mrs. Jorgensen to the people as they proceeded to the Sunday school room where refreshments were served and a social time enjoyed. Mr. J. C. Higgins on behalf -of the two congregations expressed apprec- iation to Rev. A. Nimmo for his ser- vices as Interim Moderator and pre- sented him with a cheque to which he made Suitable reply, then called on sev- eral other ministers to speak including Rev, Mr. Hewitt, pastor of Delmore United Church. All joined in singing "Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow."' !REV ALEX. NIMMO ADDRESSED LIONS Gave Interesting -and Informative Talk On Russia . A 'regular Lions Luncheon was held at Yemen's Grill on Monday evening,' with a good attendance. Guests of the Club' were Rev, Alex. Nitnino„ Mr, J. H. Kinkead, Mr. JOe Tiffin, Mr. Ross Harrison, Mr, Dick Lloyd and Mr. Bruce Barclay. , Past President, Ron Rae was in charge of the Luncheon and introduced as guest speaker, Rev. Alex. Nimmo. Mr. Nimmo chose for his • subject, "What the future holds for us and other nations of the World", He pointed out -that Russia was a great country with almost unlimited area and a large population, Russian pro- paganda was launched against Chris- ianity and previous to the recent war, every, impediment was placed in the way of ,Christians who wished to carry on religious practices. No one under age of eighteen could study the Bible. Printers were discouraged in printing religious matter. Christians were not permitted to assemble in groups of more. than twenty. Reform of the cal- endar was tried out to try and confuse the people in regard to religious holi- days. • The Russians were great horsemen and the Cossacks in the 'early.... days were world renowned horsemen. Some of the finest horses in the world had. been bought and taken• to Russia. While the' recent war was highly mec-, hanized, yet Russia had retained her cavalry and had successfully used this instrument of war. The l'iltissians were a crafty people, and they had enjoyed great successes in the recent war but England and the United States had really made Russia what she is to-days Mr. Nimmo felt that Russia and .Germany will come together- again whether by war or treaty but Russia would be the master mind. Russia was a problem child. To improve the situation, he felt that we must get back to the Bible. He con- gratulated the Lions Club for their fine work. Lions Harley Crawford and Clayton Gammage introdtleed a. motion that a vote of thanks be tendered Rev, Alex Nimmo for his thoughtful and inter- esting address. This was conveyed to Mr. Nimmo by Lion Ron Rae, Tailtwister Omar Haselgrove drew attention to the fact that this was Stephen. Foster Week and he summon- ed Lions Jack McKibbon, Harley Crawford, Art Irwin and Wilf French to the front to render "Old Folks At Home", This was successfully ac- complished. The usual sing songs were lecrby Lion. Jack McKibbon with Lion Harold Victor V, Pym at the piano. Lion Jack Reavie rendered a pleasing solo number. Lion Ron Rae welcomed the visitors on behalf of the Club. He drew at- tention to the Charter Night of the Brussels Lions on the 17th and an- nounced that reservations were avail- able for twelve Lions from Wingham. The meeting adjourned with the usual song and the Lions Roar. Fractured. Hip We are sorry to report that Mrs. W. J. Henderson had the misfortune to fracture her hip, and is now a patient in the Wingham General Hos- pital, Injured While Seeding William Elston, con. 2, Morris, 'suf- fered a painful accident when operat- ing a tractor and seed drill.. He re., ceived lead injuries, and was taken to the Wingham General I-Iotpital, where he was confined for a few days. Fish and Game Meeting There will be a meeting of the Wingham Fish and Game Club on Thursday this week, April 11th., at 8 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Mem- bers of 1946 especially requested to be present, Tenant Henderson, President. Remember your friencls.vith Rust- craft Cards for every occasion, front MeItibbons, HURON OLD BOYS ANNUAL AT HOME Was Held Friday Evening At Columbus Hall, Toronto With the largest attendance in many years, the Huron Old Boys' Associa- tion of Toronto held their annual At Home at Columbus Hall Friday ev- ening, with all sections of Huron County well represented. Headed by the.veteran sportsman, H. M. (Brown) Jackson and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mc- Kenzie, the Seaforth members led the rest of the County in numbers, over forty from that district being regis- tered. The guests were received by the President, Fred Elliott and. Mrs. Elli- ott and by Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Wick- ens and Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Mc- Creath. Many Past Presidents were in attendance, among them E. J. B. Duncan, K,C., who held that offioe in 1901, succeeding the- late Sir John Willison, who Was the first President when the organization was inaugurated in 1900. It is the oldest and largest of its kind in Canada. The guests were about equally divid- ed between the euchre and bridge tables and the dance floor. Martin's Casa Loma orchestra rendered -excell- ent mnsic.. Among the special dance numbers was the carioca and to watch sortie of the "youngsters" going through this contortionist number was something to see. Kenneth Stanbury was in charge of the programme ar- rangements. There was some evidence that the riot squad' might have to be called. When, it was announced that seven pairs of nylon' hose were to be given as prizes for the winners of cards and speCial dance numbers, there was tense interest until the last pair were award- ed. The winners of the -euchre were: Mrs. Isobel Doyle, Mrs. F. Robinson, Mrs. I. Hines, H. C. Sloan, S. White, Frank Warnock. Mrs. W. A. Camp- bell and Mrs. George C. Young were in charge of the euchre -and bridge. Dr. J. G. Ferguson, the Treasurer, stated that the drive for new members had been highly successful, many new names being added to the membership. There were many expressions of re- gret at the continued illness of Dr. H. J. Hedgins, for many years the Treas- urer of the Association. DANCING AT ROYAL.T On Wednesday, April 10th., from 9,30 to 1, Carruther's Orchestra. Ad- mission 50 cents and 7$ cents. Baptist Young People's Union The special feature at Monday's largely attended meeting of the Union was "Presentation of Calvary", in Flannelgraph, by Mrs. John Lucas. This was the last meeting that Mrs. Lucas will attend before moving to Toronto. Her address held the inter- est of her audience throughout its course. In conclusion she -expressed her pleasure at her privilege of fellow- ship with the members of the Union. NOTICE to Citizens of Wingham and Vicinity On the sounding of the fire alarm, on many recent occasions, it has been noted that many children rem across the street in front of vehicles, congre- gate at the entrance to the fire hall and generally hinder time members of the fire brigade in the performance of their duty. Several children on bi- cycles have the habit of following the fire track to the scene of a fire, motor- ists also persist in following the fire truck too closely. It is the duty of all parents to warn their children that they must stay on the sidewalk, and must not cross the streets until all danger from the fire engine or other vehicles has passed. All motorists, except firemen report- ing to the fire hall, must immediately drive as close as possible to the curb and stop. All children on bicycles must irmne- diately Stop as Close as possible to the curb, The co-operation of parents and tea= ehers in warning the children of this danger, may save a child from serious injury or -death. Motorists who persist hi violation of this section of time Highway Traffic Act will be summoned to Police Court. T. W. Platt Jas, A, Carr, Chief -of Polite Pire Chief It 1 The narrow bridge south of Wing- ham was the scene of another acci- dent on Wednesday afternoon, when a car driven by Everett Scrimgeour of Blyth, met a gasoline truck owned by Murray Johnson of town. The bumper of the car and the dual wheels of the truck caught with the result that the bumper a fender and wheel of the car were torn off, Con- stable Gordon Deyell investigated the accident. 3. R. M. Spittal whose appointment of Manager of The Dominion Bank, Brantford is announ- ced. He was Manager of time Wing- ham Branch of the Bank at the out- break of the' last war, prior to which he was located at a number of the Bank's other Branches in Canada. Mr. Spit- tal, who has been active in military circles for a number of years has, since returning from overseas late last year as a Captain with the Royal Canadian Artillery been attached to the Head Office Inspection Staff of the Bank. Before coming to Canada in 1923 he served with the North of Scotland Bank Limited in Stirling. BRIDGE CLUB Nine tables took part in the play at the weekly meetings of the Wingham Bridge Club. The' result of the play was as follows: North and South— tied for 1st and 2nd., Mrs. Geo. Ross and R. Hobden, Miss 'M. McCallum and Geo. Williams; 3rd., Mrs. H. CaMPb011. and Dune. Kennedy; 4th„ Mrs. D. B. Porter and R, S, Hether- ington; 5th., Mrs, Brown and Mrs, D, Nasmith. East and West-1st, Mr. and Mrs, J. H. Crawford, 2nd., Mrs. C. Gmi'ats mage and Don French; 3rd., Miss M. Johnston and Gordon McKay; - 4th., Mrs. W. French and Mrs. 0. Col- borne; 5th., Miss Y. McPherson and Mr. Cranston, Honored At University Bill Beecroft, Wingliam, was ant- ongst Western University students re- ceiving salutations as a public recog- nition of servioe to time student body. Bill's honor came for his musical abil- ity. UNITED W.11.3. EASTER MEETING A. PERON BUYS LUCKNOW PROPERTY 'Family To Remain In Wirigham, For The Present - A business transaction of much local interest has been concluded this week, with the purchase by Athol Pordon of the Hollyman Bakery, The new proprietor took over on Monday, April 8th. Athol is a son of Mr. and Mrs. "Sandy" Purdon of Whitecfmrch, and is a Veteran of World War IL Mr,. and Mrs. Purdon and two children, Elizabeth Ann, age 4 and Patricia, age 1 year, are residents of Wingham and will continue to make their home there for the time being. In the meantime, Mr. and Mrs. Hollyrnan will also con- tinue to reside at the bakery residence. —Lucknow Sentinel, VOTERS REJECT LIQUOR OUTLETS Kincardine Polled Record. Vote On Monday Voting for the first time in 35 years on the question of liquor outlets in Kincardine, a record number went to the polls on Monday, and while there was a majority in favor of the change which would permit establishment of a liquor store and brewers' warehouse, the percentage fell below 60 per cent necessary affirmative vote. The vote was 645 against 641. An affirm- ative vote of 772 would have been nec- essary for Kincardine to emerge from its present dry status. Those voting in favor of the change were Of the opinion that time new liq- uor legislation introduced a week ago, had an adverse effect on a county-wide vote in Kincardine. , LEGION GATHERING HERE APRIL 17th. Zone Meeting To Be Held In the Armouries Here The annual Legion Rally for Zone 14, will be held in the Armouries here at 8 p.m., on Wednesday, April 17th. The special speaker for the occasion, will be A. M. (Scotty) Forbes of Lon- don, Legion Service Bureau Adjust- ant Officer for Western Ontario. The Zone Commander is N W, ler of Goderich, and it is expected that the following Legions will be repre- sented: Exeter-Hensall, Seaforth, Clin- ton; Goderich, Brussels, Howick, Lis- towel, H.arriston, Wingham, Kincar- dine. All local Legion members are invit- ed to be present. RUMMAGE SALE SATURDAY, MAY 11th The Spring Rummage Sale sponsor- sored by the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Wingham General Hospital has been put forward one week and will be held in the Armouries on Saturday, May 11th, Anything can be sold, so when doing the spring cleaning, make up a box for the Rummage sale, MR, PARKER SPOKE AT UNITED CEREll Iii the Interests Of the Pension Fund Campaign On Sunday morning in the Wing- ham United Church Mr .5. G. Parker, managing Director of time Imperial Life Assurance Company, spoke in the interests of the 3',cm . Million Dollar Campaign for the Pension Fund. His address was listened to by every Un- ited Church Congregation- in time Hur- on Presbytery by means of the radio broadcast over CKNX. The drive for new capital to place the existing fund on a sound actuarial basis, is being conducted by the lay- • men of the church and will take place from April 28th to May 12th. It is time responsibility of laymen to make sure that the Pension ?and into which at present -some 2,600 ministers pay is a sound one,. which is not the • ease at present, SO that it may en• courage young then to enter the min.,- istry by removing the fear of destitt- Lion in old age. This drive has long been contemplated and the need. is urgent, IMPROVED SERVICE PROMISED BY C.N.R. Groceries Close At 10 Saturday During the month of April the Gro- cery Stores in Wingham will close at 10 o'clock each Saturday night. Sunday Evening Service To Be In Charge Of Young People The Young People will have charge of the evening service this coming Sun- day in time Wingham United Church.. A film showing the rescue of Ameri- can Airmen in the South Pacific by Christian Natives will,be shown, Series of Sermons At Baptist ChUrch The question in the series of even- ing sermons on "Questions of the Cross," last Sunday in the Wingham Baptist Church was "The Why of Bar- abbas", or time question of Substitution. Time increase in attendance showed the growth of interest in time questions. Time -pastor, Rev. J. N. H. Norton pre- sented his answer in time form of an "Impersonation of Barabbas". The closing sermon of the series will be given next Sunday evening in the ans- wer to "The Verdict of the Cross." RED CROSS TO EQUIP NURSERY As a peacetime project the local 'Branch of the Red Cross will equip a nursery hi the new wing of the Wing- ham General Hospital with 0 individ- ual Baby Cubicles, together with the necessary bedding and sanitary equip- ment for the care of new born babies. The following from Wingham and district are included in the Ariny and Airforce personnel who arrived at Hal- ifax on Friday aboard the liner the Ile de France. Airforce: LAC. R. A. Higgins, Wingham; LAC J. S. Sanderson, ''Wingham; Cpl. C. G. Procter, R. R. 5, Brussels; Fit. Lt. R. W. Thompson, R. 1, Teeswater; Sqdn, Lcir, J. A. Thompson, Listowel; LAC. H. Chin, Lucknow; AC1 G. E, Aitken, R. R. 1,' Clifford. Army: Pte. N, R. Cronkwright, Wingham; Sgt. T. B. Marshall, Wal- ton. Will Be Held On Friday, May 3rd. Announcement was received last week from District headquarters that the annual inspections of Royal Canad- ian Army Cadet Corps in Military Dis- trict No. 1, will commence on April 30th. Major John Young, district cadet officer, will start his itinerary on that date. The following is the scedule for the inspection in this district: May 1st., Lucknow H. S. MN a,m.; Clinton C. 2 p,m.; May 2nd., Kincardine H. S., 8 p.m.; May 3rd., Brussels H. S., 9.30 a.m.; Wingham H, S. 2 p.m.; May 6th., Listowel H. S. 2 p.m. Following a lapse of several years during the war, the possibility of hav- ing the Alps Golf Course reopened this year, brought out an enthusiastic crowd of those interested, on Tuesday evening. g Mr. Dick Stringer of London, has taken over the course, and with the assistance of a goodly number of gol- fers he believed that it could be put in fairly good shape. With this in view, work parties were organiied for Wednesday and Saturday afternoons of this week. If you were not at the meeting and would be interested in giVing an afternoon or so to this work your assistance will be appreciated. Further work parties will be organized for future afternoons. A reorganization meeting of the Club was held, with the following be- ing elected: Hon. Pres.—J. W. Hanna, M.P.P. President—J. H. Crawford. 1st Vice-Pres.—Dr. W, V. Johnston, Lucknow. 2nd Vice-Pres.—To be appointed, from Teeswater. Sec'y-Treas.—F. Johnson. Captain—Dr. W. A. McKibbon. Vice Capt.—C. H. McAvoy. Membership Committee—R, Rae, Chairman; 0. Haselgrove, J. P. Mc- Kibbon, A, Andrews, Lucknow and one from Toeswater, to be appointed. Greens Committee—H. Campbell;' Chairman; Dr. G. W. Howson, W, H. French. Say Happy Easter with Rustcraft Cards from McKibbons, On 'Championship Rink Mrs. A. M. Crawford was a mem- ber of the winning rink in the Blake Cup Competition at St. Petersburg, Florida. Mrs. Crawford was also pre- sident of the Women's Lawn Bowling Club there this winter, NO SUMMER CAMPS FOR RESERVE ARMY Two Nights Instead Of Three Constitute One Day • — According to information in the pol- icy of training received at the Wing- ham Armouries there will be no sum- mer camps for the reserve army this year. To replace this an extra fifteen days has been added to local headquar- ters training which it IS expected will be used up • mostly by week-end schemes and occasional days on the rifle range, The information received also states that under the new set-up two nights will amount to one day's pay, instead of the old arrangement where it took three nights. In addition, the rates of pay far reserve army members are to be the same as the daily rate for act- ive soldiers. This rate has not been announced as yet by the Department of National Defence, Ottawa, With these changes it should prove a very attractive program for the members of the 60th Battery this year. "PINOCCHIO" AT THE LYCEUM THEATRE Therewill be two shows each night, Thursday, Friday and Saturday this week at IA, and '0.30, when the• spec- ial picture, Walt. Disney's "Pinbeelliou will be shown, Matinee, Saturday at- ternOdn, at 2,80, ANOTHER ACCIDENT . ON NARROW BRINE Blyth Car and Wingham Truck*Figure In Accident Wroxeter Ladies Assisted With the Program The Woman's Missionary Society of Wingham United Church held their Easter Thank-Offering meeting in the schoolroom, in charge of ,Mfrs, N. Mc- Laughlin. The devotions, dwelling on the Easter message, were taken by Mrs. R. L. Stewart, Mrs. Geo. Fell, Mrs. W. Cr, Hamilton and Mrs. P. Gowafts, A group of ladies from the Wroxeter Auxiliary assisted in the program, Mrs. Gilbert Howes gave an inspiring talk, taking as her subject, "Be filled with the spirit", Mrs. S. Mc- Naughton and Mrs. Hamilton sang a very appropriate duet, 'Seeking the Master", accompanied by Miss Hazel- wood at the piano. Mrs, W. A, Bee- croft thanked the visitors for the in- spiration they had brought to the meeting, Mrs, Waidlaw reported that for the three months 42 calls had been made by,the visiting -committee. Be- sides this Mrs. E. S, Copeland made 55 calls on patients in the hospital, The meeting was closed by Mrs, ler, after which lunch was served,