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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1967-07-13, Page 7VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL opened Mon- day morning at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Classes are being held each morn- ing this week in the fellowship room of the church. -Advance-Times Photo. "WELCOME HOME" e•t 1' 1r) HOWICK CENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS JULY 14-15-16 ON FRIDAY, JULY 14 - 8:30 p.m.-VARIETY CONCERT-Howick Central Featuring a Dutch program by Howick residents of Dutch descent. Advance Tickets-Adults 50c; Child- ren 25c ON SATURDAY, JULY 15 - 1:00 p.m.-MONSTER PARADE to FORDWICH PARK Exeter Pipe Band Prizes for Entries Crowning Two Centennial Queens Beard Contest Tug-of-War Liars Contest Races Oldest Resident Oldest Non-Resident Persons Coming Farthest Fiddling Contest Bubble Gum Contest Nail Driving Contest Horseshoe Contest Suitcase Contest Couple Married Longest (from Howick) Shoulder Stone Contest Amateur Contest- 5:00 p.m.-MONSTER PICNIC-Ficlwich Park Pavilion 7:00 p.m.-BALL GAME at Howick Central School 8:30 p.m.-REPEAT OF VARIETY CONCERT ON SUNDAY, JULY 16 - 3:00 p.m.-CENTENNIAL INTER•FAITH SERVICE Rev. George Wylie of Toronto PLEASE WEAR YOUR CENTENNIAL COSTUME 6-13b IELY ON YOUR FRIENDLY PHARMACIST... Just what is a bargain... when it comes to health? Good health is priceless protect it with the finest quality medications, compounded faithfully from your doctor's prescriptions by your pharmacist. JOHNSTON'S Drog Store "STAND UP AND FIGHT LIKE A MAN" And while you're up don't forget your ear has a fight too against hot weather, high speeds, short trips along with wear and tear. Make sure it's ready for the fight with PROPER MAINTENANCE REGULARLY AT -- Belgrave News Items, Scouts "seeing Canada" via Saugeen Dist. Centennial tour Mrs, pearl Wheeler arrived home from visiting her Baugh- ter, son-in-law and family at Vancouver, where she has spent two and a half months. Mr. and Mrs. Woods and family of Wingham, have molt- ed to Belgrave and will stay here until their new home is completed, near the Wingham Motel at Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Vincent t ended the funeral of Mr, t rended cousin, Mrs. Norman Vincent of Grand Bend. Mr. and Mrs, Vincent also called on her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Harmer of Ful- larton on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs, Cecil Arm- strong of Thorndale were week- end visitors with his mother, Mrs. David Armstrong. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Vin- cent spent a day with Mr. and Mrs. George Bullock of Dash- wood. No Quitting Time on Service We think of the job of servic- ing our clients as a round-the- clock proposition. After all, losses don't limit themselves to an 8-hour workday, If you suffer a loss ... fire in your home, auto accident, business catastrophe ... you want help right away. You'll get just that if you place your protection program in our hands. W. B. CONRON, CLU • INSURANCE AGENCY Complete Insurance Coverage Agents for-Manufacturers Life Insurance Company 5 John St. W., Ph. 357-2636 WINGHAM Mr. and Mrs, Wilburt Byers and, their daughter from Royal Oak, Michigan, were visitors with Mr. and Mrs, Carl Proc- ter. Mr. and Mrs, Ralph McCrea and family of Blyth visited with Mr, and Mrs. Albert Vincenton Sunday. Mr. and. Mrs. Goldie Wheel- er and family of London visited with his mother over the week- end, Mrs. Herb Wheeler, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Vincent called on Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Edgar of Wingham one day last week, Mrs. Cora McGill and Mr, and Mrs. Albert Vincent spent a day at Blyth with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McCrea and family. Mrs. Cora McGill attended the deYoung and Lindsay wed- .ding at Knox Presbyterian Church, Walkerton on Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs, Thomas Hayes and Mr. and Mrs. Dayton Cum- mins of Elyria, Ohio, visited last week at the home of Mr, and Mrs. John VanCamp of Bel- grave. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Ramesez and children, Tanya, Toni, Tobin, Carla and Kristen of Elyria, Ohio are spending a few days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John VanCamp of Bel- grave. Mrs. Ramesez and Mrs. VanCamp are sisters. Mr. and Mrs. Del Nixon and Cindy of Stratford visited for the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fear and family. Miss Ruth Michie of London visited this week-end with her family, Mr. and Mrs. George Michie. The ladies of the evening unit will entertain their hus- bands at a wiener roast at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jake Muilwyk on Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. John Spivey and family of Ingersoll visited with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Proc- ter for the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. Alva McDow- ell of Blyth and Mrs. Merrill Kelley of Seaforth called on Mr. and Mrs. Albert Vincent recently. Mrs. Louis D. Hayes of Ely- ria, Ohio, is spending a few weeks' holidays with her deugh , ter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs, John VanCamp and Rev, and Mrs, John Roberts and family of Wales, arrived in P.elgraW. June 28, after a pleasant journey by heat, We all welcome them to Belgrave, Mr, Bruce Campbell and Mr. Barry Logan spent a week's holiday in the north. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Scott of Barrie visited Saturday with Mrs. Borden Scott and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Davison and family of Shelburne ed with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Coultes on Sunday, Miss Linda Coultes attended the wedding of a university friend on Saturday in Delaware when Miss Peggy Savary mar- ried Mr, Dennis Pilkey. Inst. will hold picnic Tuesday BELGRAVE-The regular meeting of the Belgrave Women's Institute was held in the community centre with the vice-president, Mrs. Ivan Wightman in charge. "0 Can- ada" was sung during the regu- lar opening. Mrs. Stanley Black reported on the district annual meeting which had been held in Clin- ton. A memorial service was held at Brandon Cemetery on July 2. The Institute picnic was announced for July 18th at the arena with Mrs. Stewart Procter and Mrs. Garner Nich- olson in charge of the arrange- ments. Mrs. Wightman reported on the opening of the new archives room in the museum at God- erich. A note of thanks was to be sent to Norman Coultes and ' all who helped in the renova- tion of the community centre rooms. Mrs. J. M. Coultes was in charge of this the citizenship meeting. The Maple Leaf For- ever was sung using the new words. The roll call was answered by "If you were to leave Canada, to what country would you go and why?" The penny collection for mental health and the regular collec- tion was received. M,rs. ,Wi).1i,amprydges,gave a very interesting talk on her recent trip to England. Mrs. George Procter, Mrs. Stan Hopper, Mrs. William Coultes and Mrs. Glenn Coultes sang "This Land Is My Land". Lunch was served by Mrs. Cliff Purdon, Mrs. Jack Taylor and Mrs. Stanley Cook. W.W. Fitzpatrick dies in hospital A native of Kinloss Town- ship, William Wilson Fitzpat- rick of near Lucknow, died in the Wingham and District Hos- pital on Saturday after a long illness. The body rested at the S. J. Walker funeral home on Patrick Street until Monday morning when it was removed to Sacred Heart Church, Wingham. Rev. John Mooney conduct- ed requiem mass at 11 a.m. at the church and interment was in the R.C. Cemetery, Wing- ham. Pallbearers were George Fitzpatrick, Kenneth Fitzpat- rick, James Fitzpatrick, Edward M. Fitzpatrick, Albert Fitzpat- rick and Mike Hallahan. Born in Kinloss, deceased was a son of the late George E. Fitzpatrick and his wife, Jane McDougall. He attended school at S.S. No. II East Wa- wanosh and spent some time at farming. He had been a plumb• er and pipe fitter during the past 25 years. In 1924 he married the for- mer Della Lynett in a ceremony at Sacred Heart Church here. She predeceased him in 1937. Edward J. Fitzpatrick of Wingham is his brother's only survivor. Lakelet Most people from this dist- rict attended the Centennial Celebrations at Clifford on the week-end, Everyone waspleas- ed to see Lakelet so well rep- resented in the parade. Judith Anne Murray spent last week with Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Giles at Mildmay and at- tended Vacation Bible School, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wood and family attended the Doug- las reunion, near Arthur, on Sunday. Ten incites of snow equals about one inch of rain. DONNYBROOK Mr. and Mrs. Frank Camp- bell of London and Mr. and Mrs. Don Jefferson, Cheryl and Susan of Clinton visited Mon- day with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jefferson, Mr. Sydney McClin- chey of Auburn visited the same home Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Chessell of Stratford visited on Friday with Mr. and Mrs. James Led- dy. Sgt. -Major and Mrs. H. W. Dainty of Petawawa visited this past week with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Robinson and family and attended the Robinson picnic on Saturday. Judy Robinson has been very ill with the mumps and a mild form of polio. We are glad to report she is getting better. Debbie and Doreen Jefferson returned home Saturday after spending some holidays with their grandparents at Londes- born. ,The Centennial Swimming Pool Fund has topped the $30, - 000 mark, according to the lat- est report on Monday of this week. The finance committee also regrets that a list of donations intended for publication in the issue of June 15th were inad- vertently missed and acknowl- edges with gratitude the follow- ing contributions: Turnberry: Mr. and Mrs. David McCallum $2,00; Mr. and Mrs. George Underwood $10.00; Mr. and Mrs. Henk Versteeg $1.00; Mr. and Mrs. Robert McKague $20.00; Mr. and Mrs. Murray McDougall $3.00; Mr. and Mrs. Russel Mc- Guire $3.00; Mr. and Mrs. Tom Metcalfe $5.00; Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Johnston $5.00. • Mr. and Mrs. Rae Walker $25.00; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. English $20.00; Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Shera $25.00; Mr. and Mrs. Hans Schipper $25.00; Mrs. Laura Galbraith $2.00; Mr. and Mrs. Bruce McLean $15.00; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Collar $12.00; Mr. William Campbell $5.00; Mr. and Mrs. Borden Jenkins $2.00; Mrs. Dave Cath- ers $1.00; Marks Brothers Auto Body $100.00; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Rich $5.00; Mr. and Mrs. Wade Stapleton $11, 00; Mr. Joseph Smith $10, 00; Mr, and Mrs. Russell Zurbrigg $25.00; Mr. and Mrs. William Grube $5, 00; Mr. and Mrs. Percy Gibson $3.00; A. Lediett $2.00; Mr. and Mrs. Ted Thompson $5.00. The following donations have been received since last week; Miss Katherine McGregor Clinton $20.00; Dr. and Mrs. A. W. Irwin $50, 00; Stanley- Berry Ltd. $1, 000.00; Mrs. Murchison $2.00; John C. Gor- butt, Jr. $25, 00; B. P. Gibson, Mattice, Ont. $10, 00; Bell Telephone Company of Canada $100.00; W. Stan Hall $25.00; Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Renwick $20.00; Mr. and Mrs. Tom Bell $5.00; Mr, and. Mrs. Ken McKague, Turnberry, $10, 00; Alex Sproal $5.00; John Sproal $5.00; Mr. and Mrs. W, R. Bell $25, 00; Mr, and Mrs. Gor- don Gannett $10.00; Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Leggatt $40.00; Mr. and Mrs, H. Klager, Is- lington, $15.00, Mr. and Mrs, Mike McPhail, California $5,00; Mr. and Mrs. Donald A. Cameron $25.00; Mr, and Mrs. Gerald Belanger $10.00; Mr. and Mrs. Russell Fear $10.00; Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Saint $5.00; Mr. and BY C. DONALD LLOYD The Saugeen District Boy Scout Centennial Tour left Wal- kerton June 30th at 8;30 a.m. Many parents and friends were on hand to bid the 200 boys and leaders good-bye and good luck, District Commissioner, Archie Gowanlock, was unable to go because of ill health, but gave the group his best wishes in a short address before the depart- ure. We stopped for a quick lunch in a park at Peterborough and all stretched their legs. The large Charterways buses, 5 in all, are very comfortable and offer good visibility for sight- seeing. We arrived at the army Mrs. Orville Welsh $5,.-00;, Mr. and Mrs. Otte Jouwsma $20.00; Mr. Gus Boyle $25.00; anony- mous $10,00; Mr. Jerry Brophy $10.00; Brophy Bros. $50.00; Mr. and Mrs. Ross Mann $2.00; Mr. and Mrs, Bill McCool $10.00, Lions' Centennial mall proves to be big attraction One of the largest attractions to hit the main street in Wing- ham, the Lions Centennial Mall and Carnival proved to be a big success on the week-end. En- tertainment for the youngsters was provided by the many car- nival rides of the Carter Shows while booths, games and bingo were the attractions for the old- er folk. Wingham's merchants got into the spirit of the event by displaying their wares on sidewalk stands and many of the clerks appeared in centennial dress. Chairman of the Lions Mall Committee, Fred McGee, said the service group was quite hap- py with the results and thanked everyone involved for making it a success. As the main street was blocked off for two blocks, some people were slightly in- convenienced by the mall and Mr. McGee thanked these peo- ple for their understanding and patience. Bluevale Walter Jenkins of Rexdale and his brother, Fred Jenkins, and his wife of Katrine, Man,. called on Mrs. W. J, Johaston at the week-end. Mn, and Mrs, Malcolm Mc- Ewen (whose mother was Eliza- beth Gannett), of Duncan,B.C, and Miss Cord Gannett, of Wingham, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Wright, recently. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Elliott visited in Brussels on Sunday. Mrs. Bert Hertog, Laurie and Wayne, were recent visitors with Mr. Frank Stamper, Elmer Sellers and son Ricky, of Barrie, visited Walter Sellers and other friends on Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. James Annit of Ottawa were Friday visitors With Mr, and Mrs. Percy Vin- cent, Connaught Ranges in Ottawa a little after 4 p. m. and proceed- ed to pitch tents for camp. Boys are paired as buddies and each pair sleeps in a single, 2 man tent. The camp looks quite impressive with about 80 small green tents and 10 large, brown staff tents for the lead- ers, In addition, the tractor- trailer and station wagons which carry goods and supplies form part of the camp. July 1st in Ottawa was a unique experience. We were on Parliament Hill to hear the Queen and other leaders speak. Later in the afternoon we at- tended the program at Lans- downe Park. It rained hard Saturday night but everyone kept dry within the tents, Sunday morning all boys attended church and the tour moved on to Montreal. Af- ternoon and evening were spent at Expo where everyone had a wonderful time. Our camp- site was in Ville D' Anjou in North East Montreal. It rained again Sunday night but Monday was sunny and the whole clay was devoted to Expo. The mini-cars and express trains were very popular with our boys. On Tuesday, July 4th, we travelled 350 miles to Rimouski, Quebec and camped near a fine new high school. Although our own meals have been good, our first catered meal was greatly enjoyed at Rimouski. The menu was rabbit and tur- key -- truly delicious. An ocean freighter was docked at the harbour. Our first camp- fire was held at Rimouski and many of the residents attended, including several girls -- much to the delight of the boys. Wednesday was another long trip to Shediac, N, B. Ladies of the Anglican and United churches provided a delicious catered dinner at '7 p.m. Our camp grounds were soaked by a full day's rain and we arranged for the use of a large dance hall for sleeping. This proved quite satisfactory for two nights. Thursday was spent on the beach and swimming in the ocean at Shediac, a beautiful resort. Friday we travelled to Kent- ville, N. S. in the famous An- napolis Valley. We camped outside the town at an experi- mental farm. Our campsite was all fine, short grass and the farm itself was covered by ap- ple groves and other experi- mental plantings. Our best campfire to date was held Friday night. Each bus put on a show of its own and many musical numbers were rendered. Several local scouts attended and a few remarks were spoken by the local Dist- rict Commissioner. We receiv- ed a Warm and gracious recep- tion from the Kentville resi- dents. On Saturday, we had a com- plete tour of the Greenwood Air Force Base, largest in Canada, OUr whole group enjoyed a hot meal in the airmen's mess hall. A swim was arranged in the Kentville town pool both Fri- day and Saturday. Saturday evening, we attend- ed a play, The Music Man, at Acadian University in Wolf- ville. This was a summer stock type production and quite en- tertaining. Today is Sunday and we are going to church at Kentville and this afternoon it's on to Cornwallis where we will be seeing and staying at the naval training bate, Miss Cindy ,Qmqr, Toronto, is Spending her vacation with her gpodpotents.. Mr, and. Mo. Clarence White, mr, and Mrs,. Alvin Denny of Moorefield and Mr, and Mrs, Wm, Denny of Acton visited one day last week with Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ingram, Misses. Kaye Wright and Lonise Edgar of Kitchener were home for the week-end, Mr. and Mrs, Robert Armour and Robin of Toronto spent last week with her mother, Mrs. Robt, Montgomery, Mr. and Mrs, Paul Higgins of Richard's Landing are vaca, tioning with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, Stewart Higgins. Visitors with Misses Elsie and Marion Gibson were Dr. and Mrs, T. C, Gibson, Hamilton, Mr. Ian Robinson, England, Mr. and Mrs, John Gibson, Allison and Jay of King of Prussia, Pen- nsylvania, U.S. A, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Benson, Four accidents reported by O.P.P. There were five criminal in- vestigations conducted by the Wingham detachment of the O.P.P. during the week ofJuly 2 to July 8 and five persons were charged with Liquor Con- trol Act offences. Two persons were charged under the High- way Traffic Act and six persons were warned for violating the Highway Traffic Act. Two premises were found in- secure during the week. One investigation under the Game and Fish Act was conducted and the following motor vehicle ac- cidents were reported to the Wingham detachment: In Blyth on Sunday, July 2, at 1;00 a.m. on Dinsley Street, a vehicle driven by James Mc- Call, Chatham, collided with the rear of a parked car owned by Leslie Dale of Blyth. There were no injuries. Total dam- age was estimated at $1500.00. McCall has been charged with careless driving, Section 60, Highway Traffic Act. On Monday, July 3, at '7;00 p. m. on old highway 86 at Sideroad 20-21, Morris Town- ship, a car driven by Mrs, Laura. Fraser, Bluevale, Went our of ' control and rolled over onto the south shoulder of the road. Mrs. Fraser received minor injuries, Damage was estimated at $400.00. On Monday, July 3, at 10;30 p.m. on Huron County Road 12 just north of Morrisbank Corn- ers, a car driven by James Tay- lor, Harriston, struck a cattle- beast which had strayed onto the highway, There were no injuries. Damage was estimat- ed at $400.00. Mr. Taylor was accompanied by his wife and son. On Tuesday, July 4, at 1:00 a.m. on Huron County Road 30, south of Fordwich, a dump truck driven by Barry D'Arcy, Fordwich, rolled over after go- ing off the road into the ditch. Mr. D'Arcy and a passenger, Andrew Miller, Fordwich, re- ceived minor injuries. Dam- age was estimated at $1500.00. The CNIB reminds parents that firecrackers are not toys to be carelessly tossed about by children. They should be taught to safeguard their own and their companions' eyes by careful handling of these dangerousmis- siles. Ripley, visited her parents, Mr, and Mrs, :Richard. Ingram, day lAst Mr, and Coates spent the week-end with their son and family,. Mr, and- Mrs, Clayton Coates, $Mta• Mr. and Mrs. Fraser Haugh and Miss Eileen visited. Mrs, Harold Boyce And family of Norwich., .also Mr. and Mts. Glenn Boyce and family of Scot- land, Ontario. Miss M. Armsfrong dies in Palmerston FORDWICH-Miss Margaret Mien Armstrong, 81, who had suffered a long'illness died on Monday, July 3 at Palmerston General Hospital. Miss Armstrong was the daughter of the late John Arm- strong and Margaret Ellen Soth- ern. She was born on Conces- sion 6, Howick Township, and attended S. S. No.9. She is survived by three brothers, William C. of Wing* ham, and John and Nelson of Fordwich. She was predeceased by a sister Jane and brother Richmond. Miss Armstrong was a mem-. ber of Trinity Anglican Church, Fordwich, and of the W, A. of that church. Service was conducted by her rector, Rev. H. D. Jenkins on Wednesday. Interment was' in Fordwich Cemetery. Pallbearers were Glenn Mar- tin, Earl Newell, Bruce Arm- strong, William Sothem, Bruce Sothern and Everett Allen. Miss F. Wilson sang in choir over SO years Miss Frances Wilson. a resi- dent of Wingham since 1903, died in Wingham and District Hospital on Friday, following a short illness. Miss Wilson was born in Cul- ross Township, Bruce County. She was the daughter of the late Thomas Wilson and his wife, Frances Leaver. She attended school in Culxoss,andcarne to Wingham as a young woman. She was a faithful member of St. Andrew's Church. She was active in the Sunday School, was a Life Member of the W.M.S. and was a member of the choir for over 50 years. Her minister, Rev. G. L. Fish conducted the service on Monday at the R. A. Currie & Son funeral home and interment in Wingham Cemetery. The pallbearers were John Donald- son, Nelson Pickell, Howard Sherbondy, T. A. Currie, Fred McGee and James Wilson of London. Flower bearers were William Ford, Wilfrid Congram and James McIntosh. Miss Wilson is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Mary D. Scott and Miss Hannah Wilson, both of Wingham, and a brother, Dr. Thos. G. Wilson of Tawas City, Mich. K•11n 0 G A. WILLIAMS, OA Optometrist 9 PATRICK STREET W. WINOHAM Phone 357-1282 Wingham AtIvanee,-Titnes, Thursday, July Xa, WC ^^ Page '1 Wroxeter Personarls 1111111•1 Pool fund exceeds total of $30,000