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The Wingham Times, 1915-12-30, Page 1I.1 ,h i THS WINGHAM TIMES. VOL.. XL1II.-NO, 2288 WINGHAM, ONTARIO THURSDAY DECEMBER 30. 1915 $1 A YEAR IN ADVANCE 111, `ntOIit ., CHRISTMAS SUGGESTIONS We carry a well assorted stock of • India Ivory hite Goods -Everything, in Toilet and Manicure articles - Sets in handsome cases or any article sold separately. Ebony Goods Everything in Toilet and Manicure artieles - Sets in handsome. cases or any article sold separately. Stationery Good line Stationery in all. the newest and up-to-date styles, per box 35e to $2.50 Chocolates and Bon -Bons Good goods wel dressed in boxes, each,,... 50e to $3.50 Cameras and Kodaks Kodaks and Cameras, each $1.00 to $25.00 Albums for Snapshots, each 25e to $2.5J Ever -Ready Flashlights, pock- et daylight all prices P©rfuiues in fancy boxes, each 25e to $5.00 Cigars, Pipes in cases, Hot Water Bottles and Toilet Ar- ticles of all kinds, etc., etc. Leather Goods -Cases, Purses, etc., etc. CALENDARS F0 R AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS to attach a snapshot to and make an ac- ceptable gift. . W. McKIBBON, Ph. B. DRUGGIST AND OPTICIAN I, Ii WEytE HERE TO SERVE YOU 'V'• On my MUNICIPA RECORD I respectfully solicit your vote and influence AS, COUNCILLOR T ' for 1916 Geo.. SPOTTON My Best Advertisement is my Customers' Rhcommendation .Eyestrain causes headache, weak, tired and aching eyes. Other things may giie relief but perfectly adapted glasses are the only cure. The most important thing about a pair of glasses is the SKILL of the specialist who fits them. If I cannot help you, I say so. If I can I do thoroughly. Satisfaction guaranteed with every pair of glasses. I supply advice free. C R. WILKINSON Eophthalmic Optician Edward St. Wingham' Over twenty years practical experience. minotimmismillnimemownik NOMINATION MEETING Good Turn out of Ratepayers and Many Candidates Were Nominated. Town Clerk Groves received nomin- ations in the Town Hall for the various municipal offices on Monday evening from 7:30 to 8.30. There was a good attendance of ratepayers. At the close of the hodr for receiving nominations the followine candidates had been placed in the field: - FOR MAYOR V. R. VanNorman, by D. E. Mc- Donald and J. A. McLean. H. B, Elliott, by F. Buchanan and W. B. Elliott. J. Walton McKibbon, by H. E. Isard and I. J. Pattison, A. J. Irwin, by Dr. Redmond and W. G. Patterson. FOR REEVE Alex Young, by J. A. McLean and A. J. Ross. Simon Mitchell, by Wm. Guest and E. Meri:ley, W. A. Currie, by J. S. Morgan and W. G. Gray. FOR COUNCILLORS W. F. Vanstone, by J. A: McLean and T. L. Jobb. Amos Tipling, by W. F. Vanstone and D. E. McDonald. T. T. Field, by A. E. Lloyd and S. Bennett. A. M. Crawford, by W. A. Currie and W. G. Patterson, Frank Howson. by W. H. Willis and A. H. Wilford. J. A. Mills, by A. H..Wilford and S. Bennett. G. T. Robertson, by F. Buchanan and. J A McLean. Geo. Spotton, by T. L. Jobb and W. F. Vanstone. Dr. A. J. Irwin, by A. E. Lloyd and J. A. McLean. W. H. Gurney, by Wm. Robertson and J. Hamilton. W. J. Boyce, by W. Merkley. W. G. Patterson, and C. P. Smith, E. Merklaey, by Wm. Guest and W. Isbister. S. Bennett, by J. A. Morton and G. T. Robertson. J. Hanna. by A. M. Crawford and Alex. Young. L. F. Binkley, by A. Young and A. M. Crawford. Wm. G. Gray, by F. Buchanan and L. Fyfe. Jonathan Pattison, by T. L. Jobb and F. Buchanan. Wm. Isbister, by W. 3. Boyce and John Anderson. PUBLIC SCHOOL TRUSTEES WARD 1 -Wm. Field, by D. E. Mc- Donald and W. H. Rintoul, W. Robertson, by J. Hamilton and John D. Anderson. WARD 2-T. R. Bennett, in W. A. Campbell's place, by W. B. Elliott and John McCallum. John Mason, by J. G. Stewart and Chas, Barber. Dudley Holmes, by R. Allen and Wm. Robert- son. Wm. Robinson, by Amos Tipling and Robt. Allen. Elmore Mahood, by F. Buchanan and T. J. McLean. WARD 3-W. Rintoul, by A. E, Lloyd and J. A. McLean. WARD 4-R. Allen, by D. Holmes and Jas Hamilton. Alva Walker, by W. Isbister and W. G. Patterson. There being only one nomination for school trustee in Ward 3, Mr. W. Rintoul was proclaimed elected by acclamation. Chriitie's Grocer PHONE 59. Store opens 7 a.m. Closes 7 p.m. *gamin's lomptinituto to all Isbister and E. by Dr. Redmond j 1.0 1.0 % 1.0 t! 1.0 1.0 0 itk Jl� itx 1.0 MM/vV1 1 tutn.trs its mug Xraittrs attd Vatratis s1.0 fffi 1 1.0 3 hj tt Prosprratts New Vr cr f1 ��.►4i.4111b._._./•/.r._,_._._._._./ •1011011101110111111111111111W 411111111111MOir reeveship or none, and criticized the press for its report of the last council meeting: He thought the council had done good work in the management of the town affairs. Mr. Geo. Spotton defended the council of 1910 anti thought the council of that year had been given undue criticism. He also upheld the action of the press in reference to the present council. Other speakers were Councillors Crawford, Binkley and Patterson. 1 At nine o'clock on Tuesday evening the following candidates had placed their qualification papers with Clerk Groves: - Fon MAYOR,- H.B. Elliott, J. Walton McKibbon. FOR itIEEVE, - Simon Mitchell, Alex Young. FOR COUNCILLORS, -L. F. Binkley, W. H. Gurney, John Hanna, Wm. Isuister, W. G. Patterson, Geo. Spotton A. Tipling. For Trustees -Ward 1-W. Field, and Wm. Robertson; Ward 2-D. Holmes and T. R. Bennett(acc.) Ward 3 W. H. Rintoul,(acc..;Ward 4-Robt. Allen(acc.). KLNLOSS -Reeve, Dan McDonald. Councillors: John McDiarmid, Joseph Tiffin, Ed. Hodgins, Chas. Bechler. Old Council re-elected. EAST WAwANOSH- Reeve: J. N. Campbell Peter W. Scott. Councillors: R. Buchanan, W. J. Currie, R. W. Irwin, L. Stonehouse and Robt. G. McGowan. WEST WAWANOSH- Reeve: D. B. Murray. Councillors: B. H. Naylor, Jos. Purdon, Albert Johnston, Joe Mallough. Old 'Council re-elected. Morris- Reeve: John Shortreed. Councillors: Duncan Johnston, Wm. Elston, Wm. Laidlaw. Old Council re-elected. Cul:Ross- Reeve, E. D. Kuntz. Councillors, J. Armstrong, W. Case, Jas. Donaldson and Thos.MePherson. Old Council re-elected. TURNBERRY-Reeve-John Mulvey and T.K. Powell. COUNCILLORS- John McBurney, Arthur Wheeler, John Rutherford, W. J. Adair, Wm. Bolt, Jas.Moffat. At the close of the nomination Mr. J. A. -Morton was named as chairman and the speakers were called in the order they were nominated. Mayor Irwin gave a general review of the work done by the council during the past year, dealing principally with the finances of the town and criticized the council of 1910. Mr. V. R. VanNorman said he had held many important positions in the townand although not decided whether be would stand or not, but should he do so, be thought his past record would justify his running for office, Ile thought the press had criticized the council too severely and unfairly. Mr. McKibbon announced his in- tention of standing as candidate for tate Mayorality. He was born in the town and thought the people knew hint well enough and if they thought he was worthy of their support be would do his best for the town's interest. Mr. Mitchell reviewed' the work of the County Council and thought he was entitled to a second term as reeve of the town. Mr. Alex, Youngsolicited the patron- age and influence of the voters and would perform the duties of reeve to the best of his ability. Mr. W. A. Currie said he warted the The Pictures Hou At the Pictu House on Thursday and Friday, ember 30th and 31st, the great Lillis Russel in her greatest success, "Wildfire." We are looking for the best,audience that ever turned out to any photo play in Wingham.. NOTICE! On ing to Saturday being a holiday and the heavy pres- sure on our advertising space, all advertisers wishing to $ change their advertisements MUST haye same in the hands of the printer not later than Monday noon. Changes of advertisements will not be accepted after that time. Death of'Infant Daughter Much sympathy is expressed for Mr. and Mrs. John Weir in the loss of their infant daughter, Mary Catharine, who I died on.Friday last from wounds receiv- 1 ed in a runaway accident the day pre - 1 vious. PATRIOTIC SOCIETY NOTES Contributions for the Belgian Relief Fund: - Miss Ansley's room in P. S. ,... $1 37 MissBarber's room. in P. S... ... 75 Miss Reynold's room in P. S , 5 00 Miss Farquharson's room in P. S2 50 Miss M. F. Reynolds ... .......... 10 00 Miss Charlotte ivIcKay..,. 2 00 Mrs. R. -G, Redmond 10 00 Mr- and Mrs. A. Cosens.:. , .. , 2 50 $34 12 We gratefully acknowledge the • sum of $38.65 from Miss Ethel Tipling, the proceeds of a box social held in Zetland 1 school on Dec. 22nd. We appreciate I this greatly as this is the third donation given by Zetland school section during the past two months. The Society wishes to thank Miss Tipling and those who have assisted her and hope they Joined the Colors Lieut. Cyrus W. Scott, son of ex - Mayor E. K. Scott, of Palmerston, has relinquished his position as assistan Principal of Hillrest School Toronto, responding to the Empire's call and is now stationed at Fergus, in charge of r't' and drilling under Col. t ecrui mg Craig. -The Globe. The above refers to a nephew of Mrs. A. Haines and Mrs, Jas. Robinson of town. Baby Loses Life in Runaway A very serious accident happened on Thursday afternoon last while Mr. and Mrs. John W e dr of 6th concession r of Turnberry with their two children were driving to town, in which their infant daughter was so seriously in- jured that it died the following day. The accident Was caused by a runaway, the horse taking fright at a Christmas tree which was lying on the road. In its dash it tore the reins from:the hands of the driver and careered down the road for some distance before the cutter in which they were riding was upset. The baby girl was four months old and had an arm broken and injuries to her head. o She was taken to the hospital,. where an operation was performed, but died the following day. Mr. Weir had his head cut and one leg injured. Mra. Weir had several ribs fractured and severely shaken up. Their three-year-old son, who was with them, escaped un- injured, 1 may continue in the good work. We also wish to thank Miss L. V. Johns, teacher, and the young people of S S No 7, Morris (stone school) for the handsome sum of $50.00" the pro- ceeds of a box social and Christmas tree. The President received a letter. from Norman Nicholls, formally of Wingham, now in France,acknowledging his box of Christmas g cheer, which the Society sent. He said how very acceptable the good things were how he enjoyed them and in what good condition the box arrived in. We are making an urgent appeal for old cotton for dressing, and new cotton for bandages. Ladies look over your linen closets once more, it may be you have some article which might do duty again, but in the meantime some soldier lad may suffer for the lack of such supplies. Volunteers for knitting socks and also for making shirts, are greatly needed. Materials for socks to be ob- tained from Miss Fessant, Minnie street, and for shirts from any of the follow- ing: Mrs. Bone, Mrs. John Wilson, Mrs, Wm. Gray, and Mrs. Robt. Tyndall. Hospital supplies such as old cotton and new cotton to be left with Mrs. Jos. Pugh, corner of Patrick and Francis streets. Home from the Front. Pte. Fred Groves, son of Mr. John F. Groves, arrived home on Monday even - i sg and was met at the station by the Citizens' Band and a large number of the citizens of Wingham and was given the Headed b a hearty reception,Y band a procession was formed and wend- en its way down Josephine street, the members of the 161st Battalion taking p.rt. Pte. Groves enlisted with the If rst Contingent and took part in the terrible battle of St. Julien, in which so many Canadians fell. He was wounded in three places and was in c nipany with rtes. Aiteheson and Murch, who have 'since died from wounds. agoormagramai Read W. 11. Willis' ad. ott last page A Week of Prayer Sunday, January 2, has been set apart as a day of special prayer and intercession throughout Canada for the succees of Great Britain and her allies in the war: A similiar proclamation was issued a year ago.. Under Two Flags. The Lucknow Dramatic Club will put on a play in the opera house on Monday evening, January 10th, entitled "Under Two Flags" under the auspices of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Wingham General Hospital. The Lucknow Dramatic Club has appeared here pre- viously and were well, received. The play was so popular with the people _of Lucknow that it is being repeated. There should be a large attendance at this entertainment. The Smoking Concert. The smoking concert, to be given by the members of the Wingham detach- ment of the 161st Overseas Battalion, promises to be of unusual interest as most of the numbers are by the members themselves, The concert takes place on Thd. ,day nyening, the 30th inst., at the armouries. The com- manding offrcer`of the Battalion will be present, as well as a number of the staff. Every man in Wingham and vicinity will be welcomed. There will be no charge. Taylor -Robertson A quiet home wedding took place at the home of Mrs, M. Robertson, Francis Street, on Wednesday afternoon, Dec- ember 22nd, at four o'clock, when her youngest daughter, Ruby, was united in marriage to Mr. Orval E. Taylor, the ceremony being performed by Rev. D. Perrie. The bride wore a dress of white silk trimmed with embroidery net, and was given away by her uncle, Mr. Neil Murdock, of Lncknow. After a sumptous repast the young couple left for their home in East Wawanosh. The bride's travelling suit was of blue serge with hat to match, The happy couple were the recipients of many use- ful and valuable presents, showing the esteem in which they are held by their many friends. Presbytery of Maitland. The regular meeting of the Presby- tery of Maitland was held on December 22nd in St. Andrew's Church, Wingham, with a goodly number of members present. Rev. A. R. Gibson, of Bel - more, was elected moderator for the ensuing six months. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $163,58. A call from the congregation of South Kinloss in favor of Rev. J. G. Reid, of tondesborough,in the Presbytery of Huron was dealt with and ordered to be forwarded to the clerk of that pres- bytery. In the event of Mr, Reid's acceptance, provisional arrangements were made for his induction in the near future. The presbytery discussed the question of church union and on the vote being taken, the following was the result. Ministers, for, 8, and against, 9; elders, for, 5, and against, 5; making a majority of 1 against union. The vote of the communicants in this pres- bytery' was strongly against union. The rate of assessment struck for presbytery expenses for the ensuing year was I3 cents per family and for synod expenses one-half cent per member. Standing committees for the year were appointed. Wayfarer's Corner THE TROUBLES OF TINO. War pot still is brewing; Not a sign of peace, Trouble now is brewing 'Round the shores of Greece; Tino needs our pity, Threatened by the Huns. Seaboard, town and city Faced by British guns, If he helps the ,Germans Lose his job for life; ,„ If he favors Britain Has to square his wife. Holds no trumps nor aces, Cannot take a trick, Cards are all queen's faces, Tino's feeling sick. Tino never whistles, Neither does he sing, Bed of thorns and thistles. Who would be a king? HAS THE WORLD GONE MAD? What a lack of reason In this earthly throng! In and out of season Everything goes wrong; Over there in Europe Kaiser, king and czar Raise a mighty flare up, Plunge a world in war. Neither king nor kaiser Down in Mexico. Are the people wiser? Echo answers, "No!" There, contending factions Murder. pillage, burn; Plunder and exactions Everywhere you turn. Has the world gone crazy? Are the folks all fools? Is our thinking hazy, Spite of all our schools? -WAYFARER. ELECTION ADDRESSES FOR MAYOR "Dear fellow electors," said Mack, "Last year I was thrown off the track, But I'm still in the fight, And if voting is right Just watch and you'll see me come back." "Dear tax -burdened voters," said Blake "I assure you, you'll make no mistake, To elect me for Mayor, For there's need of much care, The force of past blunders to break." FOR REEVE Which shall it, be, cement or salt, To make our town secure? Cement is good to mend a fault, But salt will keep things pure. No matter which may head the poll, Or who's the losing Auy, It's not much diff'rence, on the whole, If Sandy wins, or Si. When, on the shifting, lakeside sands Occurs that great event; Our reeves, with bare and brawny hands, In death grips with a cent. There'll be one green and verdant place Those desert wastes among; For Simon wears a smiling face, And Sandy's always young. FOR COUNCILLORS "I'm no hot air artist," said Bink, "When anything gets on the blink, I never get dizzy And say, 'the line's busy,' For you bet, I'm as cute as a mink." "I'm the town's great watch doctor," said Pat. "Tho I can't make a speech off the bat. I would not be the goat, So please give me your vote. And you'll maks no big blunder at that." "When we got the front street paved," said Bill "I stayed at the work with a will And, in these stringent times, It would save lots of dimes If the old man was on the job still," "The council of 'Thirteen." said Spotton "They tell us was wasteful and rotten, But each since has been worse, And 'twill take a long purse, To pay all the debts they've forgotten." "I'm just a young fellow," said Jack, "But I may as well try it a crack, If I win in the fight, I will help to make right Some things that have gone pretty slack." "Our flax mills in Wingham,"said Amos "Are helping to make the town famous, We cause things to go When we take them in tow, If you want a good council, just name its." "The highway to office," said Billy, ' They tell me is long, rough and hilly, With lillns in the way And the devil to pay. And sometimes the weather is chilly." -UNCLh BILL. Made Presentations. On Sunday afternoon, Pte. Leonard Brock, who was visiting at his home here, was presented by the Methodist Sunday School with a Bible. Mr. Brock has been assistant -s. eretary of the Sunday Sehool for the past two years and the school took this occasion to show their appreciation of his ser- vices. The young hien of Mrs. McKie's Blass in the same Sunday Scheel pres- ented Pte. Arthur Newman, orae of their members, with a loved;. +icnntain pen. 1 We are headquarters for Automobile Skates and Hockey Boots :for Men, Women, Boys and Girls Skates $1.00 to $6.00 Hockey Boots $1.50 to $5 We wish you all a very Happy ' Christ- mas and a Prosper- ous New Year. . J. Greer THE SHOE MAN WAR and Life Insurance The young men of !frit n and Brice are to, form a hatta:icn for overseas service, The Icing calls for nidi c me n and sooner or later you will heed the cal]. In the meantime insure your Me in a good sound. Company, for when you decide to enlist you may not be able to :-enure policy. This is important, so do not delay, but call on us unit enquire ours terms, RITCHIt & COSENS REAL ESTATE &INSURANCE WINGHAM, ONTARIO. .1111111016 WINTER HARDWARE A F t•r,r. Ltxu 0 F Saws, Axes, Axe Handles, and Saw Tools. LEHIGH VALLEY COAL SALE CO. COAL "The Coal that Satisfies"' Rae 86 Thompson Slane Mack Hardware 'PHONE 27