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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1965-11-04, Page 2Page 2 — Wingham Advance --Times, Thursday, Nov. 4, 1965 School Debenture Geis Go -Ahead from Council Continued from page one noon that the shed would be available if the town would re- lieve the Department of any responsibility if the use of the shed contained the town water supply. This problem had been look- ed into, the mayor said, and it appeared there was no danger of contamination. He said the manager of the P.U.C. did not feel that salt would enter a town well which was over 100 feet away, as the volume of salt was not large and the shed had a cement floor. The coun- cil agreed to release the De- partment from any responsibil- ity in this regard. Councillor Callan reported making a tour of the town with the manager of the PUC to look over sites that need street lights. He recommended that five lights be installed at this time. One of the lights recom- mended was at the intersection of John Street and Summit Drive. This prompted a dis- cussion on the agreements that have been made with property owners on the latter street to install lawn lights, rather than have the PUC put up poles for street lights. Councillor Cal- lan said all the owners except three signed the agreement, and these are being contacted to find out if they will co-oper- ate. o-openate. Clerk Renwick pointed out that the agreements are now signed when building permits are issued. Councillor Callan, finance chairman, recommended that the deputy returning officers and poll clerks for local elec- tions receive more money. Council agreed on a $2.00 raise which will mean a $12.00 and $10.00 fee respectively. Councillor Wild wanted to know if the large tile left around town by Cornell Con- struction is for sale. Clerk Ren- wick said this has not been set- tled. They were offered to the town for 50 cents a foot by the company and no action had been taken. Council agreed with a re- commendation by property chairman Joe Kerr that six out- side lights at the town hall be put on a solar switch, and re- wired at a cost of about $50.00. Councillor Moszkowski en- quired whether or not the deal with Canada Packers for the old town shed has been com- pleted. Clerk Renwick said everything is now finalized and the town received payment for the building. Deputy Reeve Jack Alexan- der, chairman of the fire and cemetery committee, told council that a new door was purchased for the firehall, and 73 burials were made to date this year. Councillor Moszkowski, re- porting for the welfare com- mittee, said one indigent pass- ed away and the committee looked after the costs, Councillor Williams, in his report for the industrial com- mittee said a meeting will be held in Stratford shortly which will be attended by some of the committee members. He re- marked that 100 municipali- ties have made application for community colleges to the De- partment of Education. Mayor Miller mentioned that the Stanley -Berry Co. is start- ing to put up an addition to its factory. He said it is nice to see local industry expanding and he hopes that others will do the same. Councillor Bateson stated that in regard to recreation everything seemed to be going well. Councillor Moszkowski complained about Sunday meet- ings for the committee and Councillor Williams agreed. Harold Wild said Mr. Gorbutt cannot attend any other day, and attendance by committee members has improved since the meetings are on Sundays. Mr. Bateson went on to say that nothing has been done about amalgamating the recreation committee and the arena com- mission. He was not complain- ing, he said, as everything seems to be satisfactory. WEIGH SCALES The Department inspector has given the town one month to repair the public weigh scales or it will be closed, May- cr Miller reported. Council talked the matter over, and expressed concern over whether or not the scales provide a necessary service. It was left that an estimate will be obtained on repair cost. One building permit for $2, 000 renovation to the old B.A. service station on Diag- onal Road, which is to be con- verted to a dry cleaning plant, was given approval. Clerk Renwick said that in- formation has been received that the Centennial Caravan will be in Wingham on June 10th, 1967, at the ball park. DONNYBROOK Mr. Jim Robinson of Water- loo University spent the week- end at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Robinson and family. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Dever- eaux evereaux and Molly of Alliston visited with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Devereaux, on the week -end. Miss Mary Jefferson of Lon- don spent the week -end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hil- liard Jefferson and family. Mr. and Mrs. Don Jefferson, Cheryl Lynne and Susan of Clinton visited Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jefferson. Mrs. Cecil Chamney of Wingham spent a few days with For all of your Construction Needs Call .. ale ea( CONSTRUCTION CO. General Contractors DIAL 357-2344 WINGHAM Nomination Set For November 25 Council was reminded on Monday evening that nomin- ation day has been set for Thurs- day, November 25th, at 7.30 p.m. at the town hall, If an election is necessary for coun- cil, public school board or the public utilities commission, it will be held on December 6th. Clerk Renwick also remind- ed council of an agreement to hold a referendum regardingen- franchisingall residents 21 years old and over, whether or not they are ratepayers. This was a suggestion of the local Business and Professional Women's Club. Council took no action on a suggestion to set up two-year terms for councillors. ALL WILL STAND When questioned all mem- bers of council said they are prepared to stand for election again this year. Reeve Joe Kerr was the only one who qualified this statement. He said he would be willing to step down if anyone wanted the reeveship. COURT OF REVISION Council appointed John Bate- son and Warren Callan to the court of revision, as Wilbur Tiffin and Joseph Kerr will not be available when the court meets on November 9th to hear assessment appeals. News of Wroxeter Mr. and Mrs. Fraser Haugh and Eileen were in London on Friday and attended the gradua- tion exercises when their son- in-law, Carman Nixon receiv- ed his Bachelor of Arts, degree. Mr. Carl Hooper and Ken of Montreal were visitors at the week -end with his sister, Mrs. Laurie VanVelsor and Mr. Van Velsor. Mr. and Mrs. Richard In- gram, accompanied by Mrs. Jack McEwen of Beamsville, visited Mr. and Mrs. Eldon In- gram at Stratford recently. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Gilmour, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Newton Jr. and Michael, all of Wing - ham, were Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. Fraser Haugh. Mr. Wm. Durst, Stratford, spent the week -end at his home here. Sunday guests with Mrs. Al- onzo Sparling were Mrs. Angus Carmichael, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Robertson, Jimmy and Scott of Goderich. Mrs. Carmichael re- mained for a longer visit. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Sanderson celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on Sunday. We wish them many more years of hap- pily wedded life. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Eaton, Seaforth, called on Mrs. Alon- zo Sparling last Friday evening. Miss Elaine Sanderson, Kit - 79th Anniversary Wingham Corps S.A. The Wingham Corps of the Salvation Army will celebrate its 79th year of operation and gospel ministry November 6 and 7. The Salvation Army com- menced work here in 1886un- der the leadership of Capt. Amy Spackman. Since its inception over 100 officers have served in this community. A number of young people from the local corps have giv- en full time service in the min- istry of the Salvation Army. One was "Maggie" Wheeler who left in 1915. She was an active officer for 38 years in many different parts of the country. She received the rank of Senior Major before retiring in 1953. After all those years of service the kindly Major is still a faithful worker and sel- dom misses an activity in the corps. She is a familiar per- sonality at Wingham & District Hospital where she leaves the War Cry every Thursday, visits with patients and reads the Bi- ble and prays with those who wish her to do so. Many distinguished guests will be present for the anniver- sary turkey supper on Saturday evening, followed by fine mu- sic. Guest artists will include the winners of competitions at the Selkirk Music Camp 1965, and the Listowel Young People's Choir with its instrumental en- semble. n- semble. Wingham talent will in - her daughter, Mrs. Sam Thomp- son, Mr. Thompson and family. Mrs. Don Jefferson of Clin- ton conducted a demonstration at the home of Mrs. Sam Thompson on Wednesday after- noon. Contests were enjoyed and the hostess served lunch. Mrs. Wesley Jefferson visit- ed Saturday with her grandpar- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Willows Mountain of Londesboro. Mr. Mountain has been quite ill this past week. elude The Presbyterian Church Bell Ringers under the direction of Gordon Leggatt, who always hold an appreciative audience, and Frank Collar of Wingham Baptist Church. Of interest to the younger set will be the ap- pearance of the "Off Beats" a recently formed combo which will play at congress gatherings in Hamilton. Chairman will be Lt./Col. William Ross. Divisional Com- mander of Southem Ontario, who, with Mrs. Ross will also conduct Sunday services. The band will supply special music on Sunday under the leadership of Bandmaster Wm. Henderson. Capt. and Mrs. A. Ferris ex- tend a warm welcome to all to attend anniversary gatherings. Department Offers Property to Town The Ontario Department of Highways, Mayor DeWitt Mil- ler said on Monday night, has offered the town its sheds on Albert Street. He said that a price of half the assessed value, which is $6,500.00 has been suggested. Apparently the Department intends to abandon the build- ings in town and to make use of their new yard on No. 4 Highway, south of town. In the course of discussion which followed the mayor's re- marks, Reeve Kerr said that the same situation existed at Clin- ton, and the town purchased similar buildings for $1, 000. Councillor Callan suggested that council should investigate thoroughly as it could mean a saving for the town if the pre- sent town shed, which was pur- chased from Mowbray Con- struction, was sold and the old Highways buildings put into use. The subject was left with the recommendation that coun- cil is interested in the proposi- tion. chener, was with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Sanderson for the week -end. Mr. and Mrs. Boyne Sage and family, 3rd line of Wal- lace, spent Saturday evening at the home of Mr. Ross Toman. Regional Pres. Is Speaker WROXETER—Mrs. Jack Rea - vie, regional president, address- ed the U.C.W. fall thankoffer- ing in the United Church on Reformation Sunday. "Weeping Willie" was the story she related to the child- ren. Mrs. Reavie had been to Alma College last summer and gave some of the facts she learn- ed in messages given there. She spoke on the changing world and the part the church has in it. Science is advancing at a much greater pace and automation leaves fewer posit- ions available. One country has enough atom bombs to wipe out the world five times. Stressing the need of faith she quoted verses of "Faith of Our Fathers". Mrs. Reavie also told her listen- ers that much money is needed to send missionaries abroad, and women of the church have a great responsibility to use their talents in the work of the church. Colin Fingland led the ser- vice. The choir sang "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God", written by Martin Luther in 1529, an appropriate hymn for Reformation Sunday. DEDICATE GIDEON BIBLES AS A CONTINUING MEMORIAL May be ,donated through your local funeral director PLALI:U IN MOILLS, LMuvl HOSPITALS, PRISONS A tiger in the tank is no use if there is a donkey at the wheel. Earliest known contour map is a chart of the English Chan- nel drawn in 1737. fit. 3auI' (Cljurcjj (ANGLICAN) 1ingijaln Rev. C. F. Johnson, L.Th. • Rector Mrs. Gordon Davidson - Organist 21st SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY — NOVEMBER 7 9:30 a.m.—Sunday School and Confirmation Class. 11:00 a.m.—Holy Communion. Fri., Nov. 5—W.A. Guild at the home of Mrs. J. E. Kerr at 3 o'clock. Thurs., Nov. 11—Altar Guild, Parish Room, 3 o'clock. Veterans' Church Parade From the Legion Home to Sacred Heart Church NOVEMBER 7th — Meet at 10:45 a.m. REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE NOVEMBER 11th—Meet at the Armouries 10:45 a.m. Veterans, Ladies' Auxiliary, Militia, Town Council, Scouts and Cubs PROCLAMATION At the request of a number of citizens I hereby request ALL BUSINESS PLACES IN THE TOWN OF WINGHAM WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL 1:00 P.M. I ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER llth, 1965 and request all citizens to attend the REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE at the CENOTAPH at 11:00 a.m. DEWITT MILLER, Mayor. 79th Anniversary Services WINGHAM CORPS SALVATION ARMY CAPT. & MRS. A. FERRIS Sat. and Sun., Nov. 61h and 11h, 1965 SATURDAY ANNIVERSARY SUPPER — 6:30 P.M. MUSICAL MOMENTS AT 8:00 P.M. Featuring: THE LISTOWEL S.A. YOUTH CHOIR and their SILVER BAND (Winners of the Selkirk Music Camp Competitions will be among the Youth from Listowel) And from WINGHAM .. . THE PRESBYTERIAN BELL RINGERS (Leader: MR. GORDON LEGGATT) Vocal Soloist: MR. FRANK COLLAR FOR THE YOUNGER SET -- "THE OFFBEATS"n the new idiom Col. William Ross will preside. ■ Guest Speakers: Sunday Services All DayLt. Col' & Divisional Commanders FAMILY WORSHIP — 11:00 A.M. PRAISE SERVICE — 7:00 P.M. "Special Music in all Services" — A Warm Welcome Awaits you at the "Army." ELECT til.Ey Robert E. PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATIVE Published by the Huron Progressive Conservative Association M • M