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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1951-11-14, Page 11,111a .rgrit, .41E. lac seane-e lilanavece ON PARADE On Monday, November 12th. ,at 2000 hours, the 99th Bty„ R.C.A., was fallen-in by Sgt. Bill Forsyth, acting as Sgt.-Major in the absence of Sgt. Major Bill Harris. Troop inspections were carried out by Lt, Barry Hay and Officer Cadet Brian Metcalfe, The first period was given by 3Ist. Bert Mitchell to all troops and was instruction on ammunition for all small arms and the 17-pdr. Anti-Tank Gun, The second period was Rifle Drill by Bdr. Lloyd Dawson for all troops, He was assisted by other N. C.0,'s from the Ety. Owing to unsuitable, weather th e shoot at Meaford, scheduled for last Sunday, was cancelled so no results can be given At present there lies ALONG THE MAIN DRAG By The Pedestrian ST. JAMES' ANNUAL BAZAAR The Women's Guild of St. James' Anglican Church, Wroxeter, will hold their annual bazaar in the church basement on Saturday, November 17, at 2.30 o'clock, Offered for sale will be knitted articles, aprons and fancy work home baking and farm pro- .ducts. There will be a fish pond for the children. Afternoon tea will be .st rved. 14* DANCE AT WROXETER The Wroxeter Softball Association -will hold a dance in the town hall on Thursday evening, November 15th. Music by Brown's Orchestra, There will be a booth in the hall. 14* EUCHRE AT WROXETER The For-Rest Ladies' Club will hold a euchre in the Masonic Club Rooms in Wroxeter on Friday evening, Nov. 16th, at 8.30. Novelty prizes. Ad- mission 25c. Ladies please bring lunch. 14b COMEDY COMING SOON Did you ever see an old farmer out- slick a city slicker? Don't miss then, the rip-roaring 3-act comedy, "Aaron Slick from Pumpkin Crick" in Gorrie Community Hall, Friday November 23rd., by the Gorrie United Young People's Union. 14h el D. OF AGRIC. ANNUAL MEETING The Annual meeting, Huron County Federation of Agriculture, will be held in Clinton town hall, on Wednesday afternoon, November 21st., at 1.30 p. sn. Mr Kingsley Brown, Editor of the Rural Co-Operator, will be guest speaker An farmers interested in pro- gress of. farm organization urged to attend. 14b WOMEN'S INSTITUTE MEETING The W. I. will meet Thursday after- noon, November 15th., in the Council Chamber at 2.30 p,m. The topic is "Our Health." Mrs. F. A. Parker has prepared a good program, one that will be of interest to everyone. Dr. Aldis of Huron County Health Unit, Clinton, will be on hand to show and explain a Cancer film on the screen. Miss Love, Huron County Health Unit Nurse, will speak. There will be solos by Mrs. Bayonne Bondi. A full attendance is requested. Visitors Welcome. Hostesses are Mrs. W. J. Henderson, Mrs. W. Henry, Mrs, D. Chamney, Mrs. S. Bateson, Mrs. C. Whitfield and Mrs. P. King, All members of Oddfellows Lodge are asked to be present at the regular meeting on Thursday evening, Nov- ember 15th., for the purpose of dis- eusing by-laws. 7:14b I Dancing at the Royal T You are welcome at the Royal T on Sattirday night for your dancing pleasure from 9.30 to 12. Musk by jaeit Hendersen's Orchestra, ENGAGEMENT Dr. and Mrs, W. M. Connell wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Lou, to John Hiram Grisdale, of Clinton, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Grisdale, Red Deer, Alberta, The wedding to take place on Decem- ber First, in St. Paul's Church, Wing- ham, 14' JOINS aleGILL'S STAFF Norman Heating of Wingham, form- erly with the P.U.C. has accepted a position with McGill Radio Service, where he will do service work, barn btantez With which is amalgamated the Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News ;Subscription $2.50 per year; 6c per copy WINGHAM, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14th, 1951 Vol. 78 No. 11 Diplomas, Awards Given At H.S. Commencement Belmore Arena Crowded for Official Opening Ceremonies A section of the crowd of more than 1,000 guests at the Behnore Arena open- ing last Wednesday evening is shown above. A fine turkey supper was served, followed by an interesting program of entertainment. The dinner netted over $800.00 for the community centre.—Staff photo. Full House at .Belmore Arena Opening consisiting of Fred Doubledee presi- dent, Elmer Zinn. secretary, Nelson Hunkin, treasurer, Clark Renwick and Ivan Haskins.. Mr. Lashley of the Ontario Depart- ment of Agriculture, Toronto, official- ly opened the Community Centre, He was introduced by John Hanna, MPP, Mr. Lashley said that he thought the people of Belmore and district would make good use of it. He was quite impressed with the appearance of the arena and pointed out that they had only applied for $4,000 for the first been no new date set for this event. The Sty, is once again planning a Christmas Banquet some time aisout the middle of December. The plan-, ning committee have no idea hew many wish to attend. All those who are interested should attend the next few parades aand leave their names with Lt. Barry Kay. One guest per Sty, member will be allowed. Attention One and All On Friday,! November 23, the Sty. Canteen Can.i.e matte> are holding a dance at Armouries. They have engat.ad the popular Junior Farmers' Orehost and the charge will be only Si,' pot person. By all advance reports, this promises to be a bang-up affair..It is not restricted to Sty. mambere Oda year, so everyone is u','U'ome. NEW WOAA PRESIDENT A well-known Clinton sportsman, Hugh Hawkins, was elected president of the Western Ontario Athletic As- sociation for the 1952 season at the annual meeting in Wingham last Wednesday night, Mr. Hawkins succeeds M. L. "Tory" Gregg, president and founder of the W.O.A.A. since inaugurated seven years ago. Mr. Gregg now becomes business manager of this widely- known expanding organization, Born in Clinton, Mr. Hawkins has been connected with sports for sever- al years being a former manager of the Clinton Colts and connected with minor sports through the local Lions Club, Mr. Hawkins has served in the capacity of vice-president of the W. O.A.A. for three years. Other officers elected included: 1st. vice-president, Harry Doughty, Wal- kerton; 2nd. vice-president, George Grant of Paisley; secretary, Miss Jean Tervit, of Wingham; treasurer, A. J. Lockridge, Wingham; executive members, Nelson Hill, Goderich; Glen Johnston, Fordwich, Johnny Bell of ListoWel, Harvey Langford, Luean; Lloyd Loney, Wiarton; Jack Netting- er of Clinton. The treasurer's report showed re- ceipts amounting to $11,122.85 with a balance on hand of $4,584.60. The W,O.A.A, will again this year sponsor an Intermediate A, B, C hoc- key series; junior, juvenile, bantam, midget and pee wee, Deadline for en- tries was set at December 1 and the group meeting called for December 5 in Wingham. The W.O.A.A, set a 12 mile limit for drawing players and a grand championship series will be inaugurated as in 1951. Dave Pinkney of Stratford was chairman for the election of officers with speakers, Jack Roxborough of Simcoe; Herb Parker, Stratford; J. W. Hanna, M.L.A., addressing the gathering Seventy-five were in at- tendance at the meeting. CKNX and Doc .Cruickshankwere praised for their part in the growth of the W.O.A.A. REGULAR WHIM HOSPITAL BOARD The.Board of Directors of Wingham General Hospital, held their regular meeting on Friday evening, November 9th. Mr. F. L. Davidson, president, expressed the loss that the board had sustained in the sudden passing of one of their Directors, the late Reeve Nelson Underwood, The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopt- ed. Mrs. Iris E. Morrey, superintendent, gave her report for the month of October, which included the following figures for October and for the year to date: Admission (Adults and Child- ren) 134 and 1215; Births, 28 and 235; total admissions; 162 and 1,450; dis- charges, 144 and 1 354; operations, 52 and 555; out-patients, 65 and 497; X-rays, 230 and 1,846. The treasurer's report was approv- ed and the accounts passed for pay- ment. The average number of daily patients for the month was 71, while the hospital had been built to ac- commodate 38 patients. The Property committee reported that, at present, work was going ahead on the transfer of the delivery room to the second tloor making a complete obstetrical unit on that floor. When completed it will consist of a modern delivery room and two stage rooms, Also a switchboard is being installed in the main office which will handle all calls, The committee also pointed out the need for more room at the residence and is making plans to take care of this need. The Wingham High School District Annual Commencement Exercises were held Tuesday evening, Novem- ber 6th. ,and despite drifting roads were well attended. Dr. G. E. Hall president of the University of Western Ontario, the guest speaker and urged every boy and girl to stay in school until he or she had reached the limit of his edu- cational capacity, "A survey has re- vealed that 18% of the total student body come from the farms," he said, "the second largest group come from the homes of tradesmen such . as plumbers, electricians, etc., and the third largest from the homes of un- skilled labourers." "The greatest single cause for drop- outs is not the financial level of the family, nor is it lack of brains but is directly related to the school," stated Dr. Hall, "The University of Western Ontario is the most demo- cratic institution, I know of," he add- ed. "We're doing a job for the people who have to help themselves." Dr, Hall pointed out that 855'.. of their male students must work summers and 35% of the women students. "You can get the education you desire de- spite the family finances," he de- clared. Principal Hall introduced the speak- er as a B.Sc. grad from Guelph OAC and a medical grad from Western as well as a widely recognized organizer and administrator. Stanley Hiseler gave the valedictory address with the confidence and flair of a seasoned speaker. He ended with the words "Let us bid an understand- ing farewell to Wingham District High School confident that we can change with the changing world." Some very interesting figures were revealed by Mr. A, P. MacWilliam, (Please turn to Page Seven.) Personal Mention- -Mrs. John Ernest Jr., and son, Michael, have returned to Halifax, after spending the past six weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Ern- est, Francis St. --Mr. W. J. Fleuty who has been a visitor with his sister, Mrs. M. Dodd has returned to Embro where he will reside with his son, --Mrs. William Irwin Jr., and son, Billy and Mrs. John Wheeler of Chil- liwack spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Irwin - Miss Lucille St. Marie, of Toronto, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. St. Marie, Victoria St. --Mr. Harry Hopper has gone to St. Petersburg, Florida, where he will spend the winter. —Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Walker have left to spend the winter to Daytona Beach, Florida, Visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs on Sunday Were Mr. and Mrs, Jacobs and Mrs. A. Fortner and Richard, all of Toronto. They returned the same day. —Mr. Charles C. Martin, of Win- nipeg, is in town, visiting his sisters, Misses Holly and Belle Martin and his nephew, Barry Wenger and fam- ily. KITCHEN SHOWER On Tuesday evening, November 'ith, Mrs. Roy Porter, Wingham was hos- tess for an electric appliance kitchen shower in honour of Beth Brydges, whose marriage took place on Sat- urday. Contests were enjoyed and a delicious lunch was served. The hos- tess was assisted by her daughter, Mrs Lloyd Townsend, Mrs. Ken Saxton, Mrs. Harry Fryfogle and Miss Ber- nice Norman. Ice by Nov. 17th The Arena Commission has decided to begin the installation of ice im- mediately in order to have skating by November 1.7th, It was decided to sell season skating tickets at the following rates: individ- ual adults, $5.00; children in afternoon, $1.00; rural children, 50 cents, Single admission will be adults in afternoon, 25c; children in afternoon, 10c and everybody at night, 35 cents Mrs. W. D. Paterson Dies in 87th Year Mrs. Elizabeth .Johnston Paterson, widow of the late Mr. Walter D. Paterson of Wingham, passed away in her 87th.year, on Wednesday, November 7th., at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. R. Harrison, Pat- rick St,, She had been ill for the past two months. Born in Turnbcrry Township, dau- ghter of the late Mr, and Mrs. James Johnston, her husband, predeceased her twenty years age. Surviving are Mrs, E. R. (Edna) Harrison, Wing- ham and Percy E. Paterson, Toronto. She was the last surviving member of a family of eight, Also surviving are six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Mrs. Paterson was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, The funeral was conducted from Cur- rie's funeral home Os Friday Novem- ber 9th., with interment in Wingham cemetery. Rev, A. Nimmo conducted the service, Pallbearers John Rahy, Thos. Fells, A. ‘Vilson, Elgin Johnston, Ivan Hatigh T. R. Mathers. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. John Thompson of Bluevale, wish to annnounce the en- gagement of their eldest daughter„i Kathleen Elizabeth( to .Alwyne Scott McLennan, son of Mr, and Mrs. R. J. McLennan of Bluevale. 14x Over 1,000 sat down to a turkey supper at the official opening of the Belmore Community Centre, Guests were present from most of the neigh- bouring towns and villages in this area. The dinner proved to be very profitable too, earning over $800 for the centre.. The arena was decorated for the event with streamers of red, white and blue and cedar boughs. Much of the credit for the success of the even- ing goes to the ladies of the com- munity and to the building committee, instalment while the grant allows for 25% of the cost. Also the free labour that went into the nail will be allow- ed for up to 25% of its value, A very entertaining and fine pro- gram was presented, starting with a double trio consisting of six senior girls from Brussels accompanied by Mrs. W. King of Brussels. Bob Car- bert of CKNX was Master of Cere- monies. Rose Mary Adams followed the guest speaker with a Highland Fling. Lavanne Ballagh and Hilary Bruder rendered a duet accompanied by Velma, Ballagh, Graeae, McDon- ald of Brussels followed with a solo accompanied by Mrs. King, Brenda Gathers favoured with an Irish tap dance, accompanied by Mrs. Douglas, A vocal duet by Buda and Chappie Miller was well received. Bill King and ,Uratnne Moffatt sang a duet and Lilts 13rassele girls double trio per- formed once again. A humorous read- ing was given by Mrs. Melvin Math- ere. Mr. Fred Doubledee. president, re, merked thew lie ha wiehed a goa4 mime times during Oils last year a tp a half that he sseis, eve e :,!se and never wished it more than when he dwia.es tamaifaodr b i• r a s el no matter how email ne hale a eoriation had been towards ti--+ cen- tre, it was needed and avid- He urged that now that they nad the centre. the citizens should tie, it as teed :as the only way that is could be maintained. Speeches yere also made by Reeve ii Strong of Howick. Thos. Abraham, for the late Mr. Underwood Reeve of Turnberry; Gordon Melvin for Remy., Lester Falconer of Culross; N. Hohnstein for Reese salunicit of Car- rick; Harry Gowdy, Deputy-Reese of Howielt; Rev, J. II. Martin and Rev. Fischer of Formosa. One minute sil- ence was observed tor the late Mr. Underwood. The dance following the program attracted a large crowd to the new upstairs dance hall in the arena. Slim Bouchard supplied the dance music. LOCAL MOVIES SHOWN AT LIONS MEETING Moving pictures, taken in ant around Wingham, provided the es tertainment highlight at the meetiat of the Lions Club on Friday evening.. The film is owned by W. A. Galbraith. Two new members, Lion Bill Irwin and Lion Athol Purdon, were inducted at the meeting by Lion Hal Mac- Lean, who addressed the candidates and spoke of the privileges and re- sponsibilities of Lionism. The new members were introduced by Lion Jack Reavie, Lion Stan Hall read the Code of Ethics and after their in- duction they were welcomed to the club by President Don Nasmith. The president reminded the mem- bers of the District Governor's visit at the next regular meeting and a zone meeting to be held in Palmers- ton next week. Scretary Bill Con- ron sang two so'd's, "This Is Worth Fighting For" and "River Stay 'Way front My Door", Lions Don Cameron, Alton Adams and Barry Wenger were requested to attend a clinic for recent fathers, and "Doctor" Will Galbraith, attired in full surgical regalia, took tempera- tures and otherwise gave his pa- tients a complete check-over to make sure that they had suffered no per. manent ill-effects from the ordeals through which they had passed. At the conclusion of the examination the fathers were presented with engrav- ed silver cups for their new off- spring, Minutes were read by the secretary and Lion Frank Madill announced the details of the work which is to he done in connection with the mail- ing of Christmas seals this week. The campaign, which raises money for! T.B. fund, opens on December 19. PROPERTY EXCHANGED Mr. Don Cameron has purchaa the A. 0. Garrett home on Victoria Street and took up residence there. Mr, and Mrs. Fleming Ballagh have purchased the Fromm , house on Car- ling Terrace and have moved to town from Belmore. We welcome these new residents. Mrs, Nelson Louttit of .Tohn St. North, purchased the resinenee form- erly owned by Carl Deans Victoria St. and Mr. James Cameron, of Cam- eron's taxi, has purchased Mrs. L,eertt- it's reeidenses GOLDEN WEDDINO On the occasion of their golden wed- ding annivarsary, Mr. and Mrs. Win. Irorgie will be pleases1 to receive theif friends and relatives on Novential the seventeenth, from I hree taeloa' :until five and from seven •a,Vil ANTENTION LADY CURLERS First meeting of Lidice; Curling Club on Friday Novemher Pith 2.;10 p.m at the Coffin.; Bagins nese welcome. 1410 Town Barn Still Open to Farmers One 'Member of. ahe. town council has informed the Advance-Times that the farmers of the community are in a tizzy because this newspaper in- timated that the town barn would henceforth be closed to all and sund- ry. We hasten to explain: A recent de- cision of the town council required the locking of one interior door in the town barn so that the space which has been reserved for the use of the farmers and their horses would be kept free for that purpose. The door to the street which admits the hors- es and their owners is still wide open and both are as welcome as ever, COUNTRY CURLING CLUB The Country Curling Club will hold their' annu.tl mtedin,2, in the Bluevisle Community Hall, Wednesday, Novem- i her 21st. .at 9 p.m. I1 DANCE AT BELGRAVE L.O.L. Dance in Behrrave ForeaterS' Hall Nov. 19th. Musk! by Dan Rob- ertson's orala stra 14b - 0 - 0 - 0 - The title of meanest thief might well be applied to the hungry 'culprit' Who lifted a complete turkey and plate at the Belmore Community Cen- tre turkey supper. Hope he suffered from indigestion. -0 -0 - 0 - Oh to be a NHL referee! Frank Udvari arrived in town in a big lira- camine and with a driver. -0 -a -0 - T. P. O'Malley of Culross left on Thursday night with eight of his Red Poll cattle for the Royal. - 0 - 0- 0 - Jack Bowman shot a four point beck deer on Monday, near. Teeswater. - 0 - 0 -0 - Bob Carbert, CKNX Farm Editor, was the guest speaker in Londeshoro at the Hullett Township Federation of Agriculture annual banquet. His topic was "Are We Accepting Our Responsibilities?" Tell any stories, Bob? - 0 - 0 - 0 - Congrats to the young matrons in Hillcrest who hold a semi-weekly "hen party." They have revived that 'ancient virtue of knitting while they shatter', Pardon that word "chatter", gals you likely make more sense than a similar number of men would in one place at one uree. And please note--.I did not use that loathsome word "gossip." -0 -0 -0 - Miss L, Collar daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H, Collar of town, is at present stationed in Northern Nigeria where she is doing missionary work. At present she is attempting to learn the language which entails a great. deal • -of study. Miss Collar will receive a year's furlough next year, and will .have an opportunity to renew old acquaintances. On one of those wintry mornings of wife drove her husband to work but CLINTON MAN NAMED last week a young Wingham house- on her way home the car got stuck in the snow, and she had to walk home (in her housecoat,) There just isn't .any privacy on our streets, At the seventh annual meeting of the Western Ontario Athletic Association, here in Wingham, the above new executive were plea- ed. From left to right are: Johnny Bell, Listowel; M. L, "T'or'y' Gregg, Wingham president for the peat seven year' and now busi- hess Manager; Hugh Hawkins, Clinton, president, Jack Nettiger, Sun Shines on Solemn Service Of Remembrance at Cenotaph • For the first4laTe4%;;.a. go0 :many years the' sun slione down on an Armistice Day ceremony and no rain fell to mar the proceedings. The members of the Wingham Branch of the Canadian Legion as- sembled at the Legion Hall Sunday morning and marched behind the band to the church service at Wingham United Church and afterwards 'mar- ched to the cenotaph where a large crowd of citizens watched the touch- ing and beautiful ceremony. Rev, Beecroft delivered the Remem- brance Day sermon using the theme of present day conditions as they are, He pointed out the disagreements, war preparations and the talking that are typical of the state of the world. "Never has there been so much talk- ing," he said, "and I pray to God that they never will stop talking be- cause talk is much better than atomic warfare." In both wars, he pointed out, that the only reason that the enemy didn't cow us was because there were young men willing to throw themselves into the breach. De- spite our good intentions not to forget them, we have forgotten them. Rev. Beecroft reviewed some of the battle- fields of both wars. Comrade Jack Bateson, Legion Commander, read the list of those killed in both wars. At the Cenotaph, the Legion mem- bers and citizens of Wingham gather- ed to pay their respects to the fallen, with the hand supplying the approp- riate musical background, Rev. E. 0. Lancaster conducted the services. Wreaths were laid at the foot of the memorial by civic bodies, groups, ser- vice clubs, schools and relatives. It was a Vf'1%.' pretty ceremony with the sun glinting on medals and the wreaths, flags fluttering in the breeze and veterans in their tams standing silently in three ranks. Johnston—Brydges A quiet wedding was solemnized at Trinity Anglican Church, Blenheim; on Saturday, Nov. 10th when Margaret Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Brydges, was united in marriage with William C. Johnstone son of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Johnstone Lucknow, The ceremony was performed by the Rector, Rev, John L. H. Henderson, formerly of Belgrave, The bride was becomingly attired in a street length dress of brown, brocad- ed nylon net over taffeta and wore a corsage of bronze roses, A dark brown velvet hat, with feather trim an dark' brown accessories completed her costume. Miss Jane Johnstone. sister of the groom was bridesmaid and wore a brown bengaline dress , with corsage of roses end green acces- , series. Mr. J. Treleaven was grooms- man. After the ceremony the bride donned a rust velvet top coat for travelling. Mr. and Mrs.. Johnstone are spending ' their honeymoon in Milwaukee, Wis.. and Detroit, Mich., ,and on their re- turn will reside in Lucknow. Elect New Executive to .Guide Western Ontario Athletic Association Clinton; Miss jean Tervit, Wingham, secretary; Harry Doughty. 'rtes, first vice-president; Alf Locla-ahav, Wineaam, treasur- er: Nelson Hill Goderieh; Glen Johnston, Fordwien; George Grant. Paisley, ii.seind vice-president; Lloyd Loney. Wiarton and Haz.vey Langford, Luc all,