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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1965-07-01, Page 2Advanco,' Imes, Tb rsslay, July Most Important Obligation This is a suitable time of year to pay tribute to those devoted men and women who apend either full or part time pro- viding instruction and leadership for this community's children of all ages. First in mind, of course, are the teachers in our schools who have just Wound up a busy year. Though not every teacher is wholeheartedly devoted to his or her responsibility, certainly the vast majority of them are far more deeply concerned about the futures of the child- ren under their charge than they are about the monetary returns of their chosen profession. Another devoted group of people, whom we take for granted too much of the time, are the leaders of the various youth activities. As we took pictures of the two Cub packs last week we were impressed by the amount of time and ef- fort on the part of the leaders which was represented in the enthusiastic, but well -disciplined turnout of youngsters. Then, too, there are the coaches and managers of the various minor ball and hockey teams, each one of whom con- tributes tremendously toward the de- velopment of character and good sports- menship in our children. Add the Sunday School teachers, the ministers and the dozens of other adults who give so freely of their time, and you have an impressive group of citizens. Despite the fact that the large cities have every possible type of recreation and advantage for children end youth, it is not likely that any large centre actually contacts as high a proportion of the young people as we do in Wingham with our organizations and teams. Perhaps this is one of the very sound reasons why there is such a low rate of delinquency here. It would be a very good idea, however, for parents of the younger children, in- deed for all adults to take a greater in- terest in what is being done for the young fry. As this newspaper reported last week, there is a tendency for the grown-ups to let the dedicated few take over all the tasks of child and youth leadership. Often the leaders find that they are desperately handicapped for lack of funds or trans- portation — or for mere moral backing. Let's not take them for granted. These leaders are doing a grand job and they deserve every bit of help and encour- ment we can give them. Still Very Popular There has been a great deal of talk in Canada within recent years about the folly of Canadians demonstrating any sort of loyalty to the British Crown. These peo- ple have pointed out, quite truthfully, that the Royal Family has no practical signifi- cance for Canadians, since we are not governed by any laws formulated in Britain. The recent visit of the Queen Mother, however, would appear to indicate that there is quite a high proportion of Cana- dians who still feel close ties with a monarchy which has, for many years, pro- vided our finest models of good citizen- ship and inspired leadership. Gone are the days when bending the knee to royalty indicated enforced sub- jection to tyranny. The Royal Family to- day enforces nothing upon anyone—even on Britain. The members of the royal household continue to exemplify all that is finest in British traditions and the vast majority of Canadians still like to feel pride in those ties with British history which are a source of so much of our own national spirit. The Queen Mother has always been a popular and dignified figure. With her husband, the late King George VI, she demonstrated throughout the trying years of the war, how deeply she was concern- ed for the welfare of her subjects. The fact that she is no longer a reigning sov- ereign has detracted not one particle from her charm and grace. May she live out a long and useful life among the people of British extraction to whom she will al- ways remain a symbol of the best aspects of our company of nations. THE WINGHAM ADVANCE - TIMES Published at Wingham, Ontario, by Wenger Bros, Limited W. Barry Wenger, President - Robert 0. Wenger, Secretary -Treasurer Member Audit Bureau of Circulation; Member Canadian Weekly Newspapers Associ- ation; Member Canadian Community Newspapers Representatives Authorized by the Post Office Department as Second Class Mail and for payment of postage in cash Subscription. Rate: One Year, $4.00; Six Months, $2.25, in advance U.S.A., $5.00 per year; Foreign rate, $5.00 per year Advertising Rates on application Minister Kin Dinner Speaker The final meeting of the lo- cal Kinsmen Club was held on Monday evening at the Legion Home with Kinsmen wives and friends in attendance. Special speaker for the oc- casion was Dr. Harry Rodney, minister of Knox Presbyterian, St.Thomas, Ontario. He was introduced by Kin Stewart Leedham. Dr. Rodney, a highly accom- plished public speaker, chose "The Business of Living" as his subject. His basic theme was his belief that most people only use about 10 percent of their potential. He expressed the view that every successful man has an objective, a goal, that he strives toward, and that it is essential to believe in something concrete and in oneself. He suggested that most people do not think for themselves and tend to accept the brain work of others. He said " We just don't make use of the spiritual, physical or mental powers that we have been given", Looking at the problems of the world, the speaker said they could be boiled down to three things: hungry people, racial prejudice, and war. He was of the opinion that until these major problems are over - TENDERS on GENERAL CONTRACT WORK FOR New Howick Township Municipal Office GORR IE, ONTARIO By HORTON & BALL., Architects Box 570, WALKERTON will be received at the Clerk's Office at Gorrie up until Lowest or any tender riot necessarily accepted. Dravving and specifications may be obtained from R. E. Brown at Box 570, Walkerton, Ontario, upon deposit of $25.00 which will be refunded when plans and specifications ere returned at tender closing, if in good condition. come we will continue to live in a shaky world. He felt the answer lay in the application of Christian principles on an indi- vidual and national basis. He expressed hope that changes in this direction were coming, and underlined his point with examples of ecumenical think- ing and action. Dr. Rodney was thanked by Kin Murray Gerrie. The business session of the meeting was held to a mini- mum with Kin Freddie Temple- man outlining entertainment plans for the summer. Follow- ing the meeting the Kinsmen and their wives enjoyed danc- ing to the tnusic of Temple - man's orchestra. DRUG FAtTS I DON'T FORGET MUCH MySELF. AWAYS REMEMBER THE FINE PRESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT AT VANCE'S DRUG STORE Our well stocked DISPENSARY provides for PROMPT SERVICE on all PRESCRIPTIONS including TELEPHONE and MAIL ORDERS. SELTZER S149 VALUE 99' CREST TOOTH PASTE Reg. 69c Value 61c BABY BOOK 1 33 Peskin PLUS OR. SPOCK Ointment $1.75 Value GREEN CROSS HOUSE and GARDEN $ An Insect Blaster .10 MENNEN LATHER — PLAIN or SHAVE CREAM Milk of Magnesia NIVEA — 6 -oz. SHAMPOO MENTHOL Reg. 65c REG. 98c VALUE 55' 47' 79' Dist. overnor Is Ladies' Night Guest The annual ladies' night of the Wingham Lions Club was held last Wednesday at Danny's Restaurant when Lion President "Casey" Casemore welcomed the guests and introduced the head table. Toast to the ladies was proposed by Lion Wilf Crawford and response was made by Mrs. W. B. Cruikshank. A minute of silence was obser- ved in memory of Lions Frank Hopper and Hugh Carmichael who passed away during the year. The president reviewed the activities and projects which have been undertaken by the club during the past twelve months and extended special appreciation to Mrs. D. C. Na - smith, treasurer of the Easter Seal fund and to Mrs. W. W, Currie, who has acted as pia- nist, as well as to the Berry Door Co. for assistance in typ- ing the club bulletin. During the year five new members were welcomed into the club, plus one member gained by transfer. Lion Bill Conron was elected chairman of Zone 3 North at the rally in Ripley in April, NEW PROJECTS New projects undertaken this year included construction of permanent washroom facili- ties at Riverside Park camping area. The washrooms, which cost $10,000, were built in co- operation with the Province of Ontario and the Parks Board. Proceeds from the broom sale were sent to the Lake Jo- seph Adjustment Training and Holiday Centre of the CNIB. The club sponsored a public speaking contest, the Wingham contestants winning both the lo- cal and region contests. A bul- letin was introduced and proved a definite asset to the club. Financial report for the year was presented and the president extended his thanks to the mem - bers for the assistance and co- operation which had been ac- corded him. District Governor Peter Bis- sonnette presented Charter Mon- arch and OId Monarch Awards and perfect attendance pins to Lion members who qualified. He also installed the new offic- ers for 1965-1966. Incoming pretident G. W, t. alit 5 burr Mrs. Gordon Davidson Organist THIRD SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY — JULY 4 1T:00 8ervice. The Loyal Orange County Lodge of North Huron in attendance. The Rector be in charge of this service. Cruickshank requested the sup- port of the club members for the coming year and a meeting of the board of directors was called for June 29th. ENTERTAINMENT The entertainment for the evening, the " Wing -ding Quar- tet", was introduced by Lion Bill Conron, consisting of Bill Connell, Rae Walker, Reg Bit - ton and Hap Swatridge. Lion Lee Vance expressed the appre- ciation of the members and their wives for the entertain- ment, which was enjoyed by everyone. Winner of the Bond -a -Month draw for June was Carl Lott of Wingham. NEW OFFICERS The following are the new officers of the club: Pres., G. W.Cruickshank; first vice-pres. DeWitt Miller; second vice, H.H.Hotson; Third vice, F.E. treas., G. K. Sutcliffe; tail pianist, Hap Swatridge; asst., • Mrs. W. W. Currie; directors, Elliott; 1965-67, G. H. Selling, A, Brenzil, E. Purdon. Forty year Charter Monarch Awards were presented to Dr.J. A.Fox and W.R.Hamilton; 25 year Charter Monarch Award, Dr. W. A. McKibbon; 25 year Old Monarch, G. W. Tiffin; 20 year Old Monarch, W.R.Cruick- shank, T. S. Beattie, Jack Rea - vie; 15 year Old Monarch, James Carr; 10 year Old Mon- arch, E.Edighoffer, DeWitt Miller, Lee Vance. Perfect attendance awards, 20 years, T. S, Beattie; 15 years, W. B.Conron, Grose; 5 year, L.Casemore, G. W.Cruickshank; and 13 mem- bers received pins for one year of perfect attendance. P.C.'s Return Continued from Page One ment. The Agricultural Re- habilitation and Development Act of Ontario is also highly promising. In conclusion, Mr. McNeil said, "The agricultural philo- sophy of Progressive Conserva- tive Government of Ontario is based on two main principles.. the value to the community of the way of life symbolized by the family farm, and the need to keep it prosperous and pro- ductive in a changing society," The speaker was thanked by DeWitt Miller at the conclusion of the address. Roger West addressed the gathering briefly, and referred to the annual meeting of the Young Progressive Conservative Association, to be held at Bar- rie on September 10,11 and 12. He said that it would be excel- lent to locate young people who will attend this gathering as delegates, and spoke of the need to interest the younger 1 When Movies Meant More In one small town after anoth- er, the local movie -house, once the town's foremost center of second-hand sin and sex, viol- ence and valor, excitement and ecstasy, is darkening its former bright spot on the main street, and closing its doors, to stand there in bleak reproach, mute testimony to the havoc that is being wrought on our culture by that one -eyed monster, the tele- vision set. I read the other day that the theatre had been closed in my old home town, and it gave me quite a pang, like learning of the death of a boyhood friend still in his best years. For some of the most formative days of my life, that theatre drew me into its black maw with the awesome ease of a whale yawning to let one small herring swim inside. As a small hoy, I wept, shiv- ered with fear, screamed with laughter and almost died of sus- pense, in that theatre. I chased Indians with Tom Mix, felt des- perately in love with Marlene Dietrich and thundered through the jungle on the back of Tantor the Elephant with Tarzan. I remember going to every matinee I could manage. Money was scarce in those days, and raising a dime was harder for a kid than raising a dollar now. Sometimes it took me a solid hour to wheedle the sum out of my kid brother, an industrious Couples Meet at Pickell Cottage The June meeting of St. Andrew's Couples' Club was held at the Pickell cottage on Rosalind Lake, Eleven couples enjoyed swimming, boating and two of the braver fellows tried water skiing and did very well. Mr. and Mrs.Ed Beard served hot-dogs, hamburgers and cof- fee. The members Ieft for home with the hope that this might become an annual event for the Couples' Club, generation in the practical as- pects of self-government, Mr. West asked that suggested names be submitted. Before his introduction of the guest speaker George Mc- Cutcheon remarked upon the excellent turnout of delegates at the meeting and extended his personal thanks to all those present who had assisted so materially in his last election campaign, 14e also dealt briefly with the implications of the riding boundaries likely to be set when redistribution is completed. Elmer Bell, of Exeter, pre- sident of the Ontario PC Asso- ciation, was a guest at the meeting and was asked to pre- side for the election of officers. type who had a newspaper route. There was a matinee Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, in those days, and it taxed my in- genuity to make all three, but I seldom missed. If I couldn't find any empty beer bottles to sell, and my brother was adamant in refusal, I'd hit up my pal"Egg" Slegg, an equally ardent afi- cionado of the silent screen, but one with a little more money. If he had only one dime, we'd buy one ticket, and both try to squeeze past the ticket -taker. He knew what we were doing, and if he was in a good mood, let us both in. One time, I was completely stymied. I had to go to the show to see if Tarzan got away from the crocodiles who were con- verging on him last Saturday. I got his last six cents from my brother, but couldn't raise an- other sou. It's about 30 years ago, so I guess nothing will hap- pen if I admit I swiped the other four from my mother's purse. It was the one time the show wasn't worth it. The sunofagun got away front the crocodiles, and I suffered deep p.ugs of re- morse for weeks. A wonderful part of my cultu- ral education in those days, though I didn't realize it at the time, was the music instilled in me at the show, when they were still running silent pictures. Down in the pit, watching the picture and matching its every mood with consummate skill on the piano, sat Lornie Noonan. How he could make you sweat as the wheels started coming off the stagecoach. How he could make you weak with hot, salty tears at a touching moment! During the teens, the theatre was a different, but equally thrilling place. In its comforting darkness, the most timid boy would find the courage to reach shyly for the hand of his girl and sit there, clutching it fierce- ly until both their paws were slippery with sweat. And if the girl whose hand I clung to on many a wonderful Saturday afternoon, with the teenage crowd in the gallery, reads this, I hope she won't be It was one of the very nicest parts of growing up. I'm sorry if you've been bored by these remihiscences. They started from my horror at the rapid decline of the smalltown theatre. How people can sit and watch that appalling junk on TV, when there's a first-rate movie at the 1001 show, I can't understand. When the theatre in their own town goes dark, those who have enjoyed a thousand experiences in it Will be sorry: And none will more bitterly re- gret it. than your humble