Clinton News Record, 1944-02-24, Page 5'THURS. ' FEB. 24, 1944
THE CLINTON
NEWS -RECORD
PAGE 5
M:14 -terve THRIFTY VO
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"i O KEEP UP
`OUR INSURANCE
It is just •is ieilpQrtatit itl War -time as in peacetime that
you keep up :your life insurance, but it may be harder
to do so. M yon need cash to pay premiums; do not
hesitate to talk over your requirements with the
manager �df arr nearest branch. We make loans also to
help pay'tores, to provide for education, to pay doctors'
bills, hospital chargesand other emergency expenses,
or to' take at `vantage of business opportunities.
Our policy in making personal loans is to help Canadian
citizens = salary-and-wage-earnets; professional men
and women; business executives — to keep financially
fit. The 'cost is low and our terms are fair:
43.65 per $100—repayable in 12
monthly instalments.
Ask for:our foldir on Personal Loans
RANI( 01' MONTREAL
FOUNDED IN 1817
Zip -to -date Banking for Canadian Industry and Workers
Clinton Branch: W. H. 'ROBINSON, Manager
Londesborough (Sub -Agency): Open Monday and Thursday
AUIURN
Miss Alma Mutoh is visiting
;4riends in Toronto.
Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Brown and
two children of Walton spent the
'week end with the lady's parents
Mr. and Mrs. Geo: Beadle.
Mr. John McKnight is spending a
couple of weeks with her daughter
Mrs. Lloyd Ferguson and Mr. Fergu-
son, Clinton:
Mrs. George Beadle is visiting her
`daughter, Mrs. Clifford Brown and
Mr. Brown, Walton.
Mr. James McKnight has returned
to Goderich after attending the fun-
-era' of his brother. John McKnight.
Mr. John Beadle has returned. to
Saskatoon after three months .Visit
With his brother, Mr. George Beadle.
lobs. Robert McAllister West
Wawanoshis supplying at NO. 9 Hul-
lett this week as the teacher Mrs,
Thigh. Bennett is ill.
Mils, Harold Nicholson is supplying
for a couple of weeks as teacher of
the Auburn Public School due to the
serious illness of the teacher's 'broth-
er Paul Caesar who is a patient in
Wingham Hospital
A meeting of the Auburn Public
Library was held in the Library fin
`Mondry evening with the president
'Rev. II. Snell in the chair. The
secretary Mrs. Fred Ross read the
'minutes of ' the previous` meeting.
'Tenders or the position of Librarian
'Were received and Miss Margaret
'King's tender was accepted. Duties to
•commence March 1st.
Women's Institute
Mrs. Edgar Lawson presided for'
the historical research meeting- of
the -Women's Institute which was
held in the Foresters Hall on Tues-
day. During the business period a
letter. was read from Miss Flora
betanin home economics coach regard-
•ing girls gardening. This was left
over 'until ' another meeting. The
Members brought in ..their foot. of
'pennies and. $13.00 was realized. The
committee in charge hope to make
-
`$50. which is to ,be given to the
overseas box fund. It was decided to
sell tickets on the quilt donated to
the Institiute by Mrs. Mogridge. Mrs.
'rhos.' *Nall and Mrs. L. Irwin
Were appointed a committee to sell
these tickets. The name of the
• 'Sunshine Sitters" Were drawn. A,
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very interesting program was enjoy-
d including" a solo. by Miss Amelia
Melllwain, a reading on the Life of
Sir Adam Beef: by Mrs. Jas. Woods.
The topic "Historical Resear,:h" was
ably given by .Miss M. King who
gave an,excellent paper on the history
of Auburn, which proved very inter-
esting. Mrs. Gordon Taylor moved
that a copy of this paper be printed'
and put in the public Library. A duet
was rendered by Misses Sadie Carter.
and Alma Match. A reading was
given by Mrs. Wm. Craig. Current
events were given by Mrs. Fred Ross.
Mrs. Woods donated a prize on
which ;tickets were sold to the a-
mount of $1.20 Miss Margaret King
was the holder of the lucky ticket. A
pleasing feature of the meeting was
the roll call, which was a display of
antiques. These consisted of glass,
china, silver, a Bible, etc. in which
articles ranged in age from 100 to
200 'years: Mrs. Jas, Wood' vice-
president of the Red Cross then took
charge. • The secretary, Mrs. Frei'
Ross read letters of, thanks for par-
cels from Flight Sergt Harold As-
quith, ' Pte. Bob Gooier, Pte. Earl
Mugford . and Norman • Rodger. A
Communication was read from head-
quarters regarding a convention to be
)held in Toronto March 28th. • It was
moved that the President Mrs. Mog-
ridge be a delegate with Mrs. Jas.
Wood as alternate. A 'number, of
pillow eases and girls dresses were.
brought in. Mrs. Woods offered
prayer. The meeting closed by sing.
ing the. National Anthem. A dainty i
Mitch was served by Mrs. • H. Snell,
Mrs. Wm. Craig , and Miss Sa•.:lie
Carter.
The Congregational meeting of 1
Knox United Church was held in the
basemdnt: ori' Thursday evening, Feb.•i
IR 'and' took the form 'of a social
evening after the business meeting
It was well attended.
Rev. Harold Snell, took the chair
and after Devotional Exercises the
minutes of the last meeting were read
and adopted. .
Meeting reports on the various
departmentswere given by the fol-
lowing: Session Mr. Earl Wightman,
W. M. S. Mrs. Jas Woods, Mission
Band, Mrs. Earl Wightman; Sunday
School Mr. Charles Scott; Financial
Statement Mrs. Bert Marsh; Mission-
ary Maintenance Mr. Amos Andrew,
Rev. Snell gave the Statistical, Sum-
mary which showed 106 households.
under Pastoral Oversight, with a
`resident membership of 209.
A memorial service was conducted
for the 6 members who passed away
in 1943, namely Mrs. Jiis. Carter,
Mrs. Win. 1VIclllwain, Mrs, Fred Seers
Mrs," John Symington, Mrs. John
Roberton and Mr. C. M. Straughan.
Mr, Bert Marsh was elected to the
Session.
Mr. Harry Sturdy and Mr. Nelson
Patterson to the Board of - Stewards
and Mr, Harry Yungblut Trustee. Mr.
Bert Marsh was re -appointed Treas.
Mrs. 'Albert Campbell Church sec.
Mrs, Earl Wightman and Mrs: Albert
Campbell were re -appointed Auditors
A vote of appreciation was given Rev.
and Mrs. Snell, also to Mr. Ralph
Munro for his work as Church secre-
tary for 15 years. At the close of the
meeting lunch was served and a
social time spent together.
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LONDESBORO
Mrs. Bert Lobb, Clinton, with her
mother, Mrs. H. Lobb.
Mrs. Wm. Breen, London, with her
parents Mr. and Mrs. Griffith,
Miss E. Beacons, Hamilton; with
her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W, Bea FREEMAN — McBRATNEY In
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CUT FLOWERS
FLORAL DEISIGNS
For Every Occasion
C. V. COKE
FLORIST
Phones: 66w and 66j
Batkins Locker Service
Try us for all Kinds of Fish
Farmer Style Sausages
Frozen Strawberries and Raspberries
Also Corn and Peas.
Casings for sale
We Buy Hides
Frozen Foods are Better Foods
MARRIAGES
coni,
Miss Elva Gooier in Clinton.
Mrs. Herb Oke, Goderich Township
with Mr. and Mrs. F. Shobbrook.
Mrs. R. Peck in London, with her
sister, Mrs. Freguson.
Mrs. Charles Watson and Miss
Fern Watson with Mr. and Mrs. T.
Sinclair, Kippen. •
The monthly meeting of the W. A.
was held on Wednesday afteimoon at
Mrs. Wm. Brunsdon's with 29 present.
The press, Mrs. Sundercoek, took
Ontario Street United Church par-
sonage on Saturday, February 19th
when Rev. G. G. Burton united in
marriage, Muriel A. G., second
daughter of Lady G. M. McBratney
and the late Squire C. H. McBrat
ney,' Calgary, Alta., and Clarence
Elmer Freeman, youngest son of
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Freeman, Clin-
ton.
BIRTHS
charge of the meeting and after the CHOWN-In Clinton Public Hospital
business, a good program was given on Friday, February 18th, to AO.
Readings by Mrs. Robt,' Fairservice, and Mrs. F. J. Chown, Clinton, a
Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Townsend, and
Mrs. John Scott sang a solo. A dainty
lunch was served by Mrs. ;B. Brund-
son, Mrs. Sundercoek, Mrs. J. Arm-
strong, Mrs. Austin and Miss Kirk.
The Mary Gierson. Mission Band
held their monthly meeting Sunday
morning at ten o'clock in the base-
ment of the church.
The Pres. Kenneth Armstrong led
the meeting. Hymn 84 was sung
followed by prayer, The Bible lesson
was read by Gail Manning. Kenneth
Wood read a temperance story. Bert
Knox a Missionary story and Billy
Cowan read one on World Peace.
A Chapter in the study book was
given by Miss Kirk. Miss B. Shob- MARSHALL—In Clinton on Friday,
brook read two missionary stories
and Marie Menzies a reading. The February 18th, Thomas Marshall,
Mission Band hymn was sung and in his 70th year.•
Kenneth Armstrong dismissed with WALMSLEY—In Bayfield on !Jatur-
prayer, there were 20 present. day, February 19th, James' Walms-
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Wood, Lois ley, in his '77th year.
and Kenneth, with Mr. and Mrs. Jim MAIR—In Seaforth or; Tuesday, Feb..
Roberton, Auburn.
We are glad to 'hear . the good
news that Mrs. M. Ross is out of
the hospital and is with her daughter V
in Toronto for a while and if she
keeps on improving she will be home VARNA
son (William Henry);
JACKSON—In Clinton Public Hos-
pital on Tuesday, February 22nd,
to Dr. and 'Mrs.. Kenneth Jackson,
BIyth, a daughter.
GREENE—Radio Electrician U. S.
N. R. and Mrs. Greene, (nee Grace
Hellyar) are parents of a daughter
Marilyn Ruth, born in Corpus
Christi, Texas, on Tuesday, Febru-
ary 22nd.
WATKINS—In Clinton Public Hos-
pital on Wednesday, February 28rd
to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Watkins
(nee Hazel Hoggart) of Goderich
Township, a daughter.
DEATHS
22nd,Mary Ellen Osbaldeston,
wife of the late George Mair, in
her 63rd, year.
soon. Don't miss the Red' Cross Concert I received yesterday. It was really
Mrs. J. Tamblyn received word in Township 'Hall, Friday night. •A swoll and the contents will come in. stabling underneath, cement floor,
that her nephew, Mr. Roy Stonehouse' good program is being planned. The'handy. I received some parcels from water in barn, drive shed and hen
had died suddenly in, Goderich. . Day of Prayer is to be held in' the !Mother, Eileen and my wife for house, hydro in house and barn.
The Ladies ,at Burns have been United Church, Friday afternoon at.
been doing their bit for the boys 3.00 o'clock, All the women of the
who have enlisted. !community are invited to attend.
Since they started they have made The 1944 Campaign for the Red seeing my brother Sam. He Ianded
210 quilts all pieced, 1 crib quilt, 61 Cross commences Monday Feb, 28 in England on Dec. 1st so I went to
prs. socks, 5 sleeveless sweaters, 9 and ends March 18th, Our Branch is see him. He isn't very far from
army scarfs,: 7 turtle neck sweaters, asked for One Thousand Dollars, here and it was sure nice to see him
7 pr. mitts, 3, pr. 2 way mitts, 5 pr. Two hundred Dollars more than last after a year and a half.
R.A.F. 2 way . mitts, 5 alternative year. Please do your bestand remem-
caps, 1 jacket, 1 apron 1 nightgown, ber,-
2 pr. panties, 5 'boy's shirts, 5 dresses
ROXY'THEATRE
CLINTON ';
CAPITAL THEATRE
GDDERYCB
REGENT THEATRE
SBASOIMII
Now Playing - 'BEHIND':' THE
RISING SUN". by James R. Young
Now Playing — "CINDERELLA
SWINGS IT" & "THE FALCON'S
BROTHER"
Now Plain . Johnny
y g y Weismuller
In "TARZAN SWINGS IT"
Mon.' Tues, and Wed, ,
"DESTINATION TOKYO"
Go to sea in a submarine. Live
with men who are heroes and don't
know'it. Leann the true meaning
of loyalty, tenderness and courage
undertr in. C Halen G Grant, John
G
Garfiend
Mon. Tues. and Wel. •
Dennis Morgan, Irene .Manning.
and•, John Cabot A famous musical
romance comes to the screen' in .
full -toned Technicolor.
"THE DESERT, SONG"
Mon, Tues. and Wed,
Claude Rains, Nelson Eddy and
Susanna Foster co-starred in Un-'
' iversal's great Technicolor present -
aeon of the popular thriller:
"PHANTOM OF' THE .OPERA"
Thur: Fri.:.'and, Sat.
Bab Hope, Betty Hutton, ZaSu
Pitts and Phyllis Povah. Don't
miss this hilarious comedy hit in
which Bob Hope breaks out of the
guardhouse and captures a sub-
marine.
"LET'S FACE IT"
Thur. Fri. and, Sat.
Claudette "Colbert, Fred Mac Mur-
ray and Ilka Chase In a spring-
time tale of one young man whose
fancyturned to other things.
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"NO TIME FOR LOVE"
Thur. Fri, and Sat.
Abbott and, Costello with Patricia.
Knowles offer the rib -rocking riot
of fun' and entertainment,
"WHO DONE IT"
Coning — Nelson Eddy and Susa-
nna Foster in "PHANTOM OF
THE OPERA" — Technicolor.
Matinees Sat. & Holidays at 3
Coining —'"HAPPY LAND" starr-
ing Don Aaneehe.
-Coring--o"THE WATCH ON THE
RHINE" with Paul Lukas.
The Place to Buy
YOUR
BREAD
Buns, Pies
and Cakes
BARTLIFF'S
PHONE 1
ed by Mr. Mustard, Brucefield was
found in his home Monday morning
almost asphyxiated. He was pre -
TUNE IN ON
Old -Fashioned Revival Hour
7 to 8 P.M., E.D.S.T.
Pilgrim's Hour
2 to 3 P.M., E. D.S.T.
On Mutual Network — Sundays
Local Station--GKLW., Windsor
CHARLES E. FULLER, P.O. Box 123,
LOS ANGELES 53, CALIFORNIA
BABY CHICKS
Order your day-old and started S.
C. White Leghorn Pullets and Mixed
Chicks from a breeder hatchery.
All stock blood, -tested and under
0. B. S. supervision.
Wilf. A. Glazier
Clinton, R. R. No. 4
Phone 617r31 84-2
CARD OF THANKS ..
I wish to express appreciation to
Scott Memorial Hospital, Seaforth,
paring to leave for his work and and special nurses; also the Happy
was overcome by the fumes of coal War Workers, friendsand neighbors
gas and lay down on the bed where for flowers, cards, and visits during
he was found by a neighbour who my illness. Mrs. Maud Mann.
noticed the light still burning and
went to investigate. After getting CARD OF THANKS
•
the fresh air he gradually recovered.
GODERICH TOWNSHIP
On Tuesday afternoon the neighbors
assembled at. Mr. Harry Thompson's
bush and soon the saws were going
merrily. Snow and rain did not stop
them till they cut the season's wood,
Mr. Thompson feels very grateful
to his neighbours.
The committee for overseas Boxes
of the South End Red Cross received
the following letters recently.
England
Jan. 4, 1944
Dear Mrs. Middleton;
Just a few lines to say I am fine
and I am hoping you .are all the
same, also to thank you and the Red
Cross members for the parcel which
Gertrude McGee and relativesof
the late John A. McDonald, wish to
thank their many friends and neigh-
bours for their sympathy and as-
sistance shown during their recent
sad bereavement. Special thanks to
Rev. Colwell, to those who loaned
cars, and for beautiful floral tributes.
Farm For Sale •
Small farm with modern conveni-
ence for sale—or will exchange for
town property. Apply to Box• 39-W,
the News -Record, 85-4
Farm for Sale
127 acres on No. 8 highway, 10/a
miles east of Clinton; plenty of water
14 acres of fall ploughing, balance
in hay and pasture; well adapted for
nixed farming. 9 room brick house
with furnace. Large bank barn with
Christtnas so I countedmyself lucky
thisiyear. I am also very well pleas -
cal because I just came back from
Now 1 want to thank you and the
rest of the Red Cross members for
50 shirts 42pillow cases 53 towels,He may beyours who will prayfor the pathl e s itofrluck
n swell I 944
, -.them all the best of luck inyear 1944
30 bed -pan covets, 12 girls slips, 36 their coming and I hope by next Christmas I can
bed -pads, 48 handkerchiefs., Theirs the sole link between you and be spared .to be back and stand up
I his need, in Tient of them all . and thank them ,
Y Give without stint as you would with my ownlipsfor all they have of St. Valentine -s Day: There were 16
I were Your loved ones members and 3 visitors present.
PORTER'S HILL lone forme and all the other•boys. 1
Now in the toils of the tynrant know you will thank thein for ane but Mrs. Hann turned in $12.35 pro -
A large .number of sympathetic indeed! some day I hope to do it myself; So deeds from a euchre party she held:
friends attended the funeral of Give! In the Name of the Lord of all will close now, thanking you all for at her hone at Mrs. Clegg's home.
Wilfred Cox last Tuesday, it being Mercy, ' everything.' I remain Yours. The buying committee reported
one of the largest funerals in this. Who on a blood -reddened crucifix
district for some time. , gave, I Six pairs of socks were knitted by
On Friday evening Mr. and Mrs. His ,life for yours ---and in giving Feb. -12 1944. Norfolk Virginia members for the, boxes.
ALlie Lockhart entertained about 80 remember, g
Dear Mrs: Middleton;' A quilt was quilted at the home of
guests at a Red Cross euchre party AB that you. give to the Red Gross Please excuse m mode of writing
16 tables were played and $17.80 was"' you save: y y
but this is on the fly. Please convey.
realized; high, prize went to Mrs. Some of the members of the Red my thanks to the South .End Red
Bert Harris and Jack Sturdy Low to Cross and ladies of the community Cross for the Christmas parcel
Margaret Torrance and Jim Cox. A were invited to 'the hall last Friday which 1 received just before leaving
pleasant evening was enjoyed. afternoon and presented Mrs, Jno. my last port of eall. ' And, special
Mrs. G. G. Newton is spending a Smith with a miscellaneous shower thanks to Mrs. Arthur Welsh for, her
few days with her mother, Mrs. Smith -who lost practically knitting for Ines
Miss Betty Newton spent the week everything on Tnesday by fire was, (xive m regards end in Toronto. the recipient of many good and use y ga s to all at your house
Word was received' last week by ful' articles:including' pillows, bedding All for now.
linens china, cookingutensils. in fact Yours Sincerely
the Bettie's family that their nephew AIfred Butler,
who was a son of Mrs. Reda Jorden everything that is required' to start
Lethbridge' Alta, is missing in action housekeeping. I
Apply on premises, John R. Noble,
Clinton, Ont. R. R. No. 4. 85-tf.
Wanted
Girl for housework two mornings
weekly, orhigh school girl after
school. Phone Clinton 310-w. 85-1
For Sale
Davenport and chair; kitchen.
chairs; dining room table; iron bed
and springs; and 9x100/ ft. Congol-
emn rug, Apply Cpl. Brown, Victoria
St. Clinton. 85-1
Albert Craig filing 6 boxes - for boys Overseas.
somewhere in Ftalyx On Tuesday afternoon several of
A letter-feeeived by Mr. and Mrs. the men went out/ and collected a
LONDON ROAD
Jas. Lockhart from their son Pte. handsome suns of money. Mr. and The London. Road Club held their
I. B. Lockhart, tells them he is in Mos. Smith intend to rebuild and meetingat the home of Mrs. Moffatt
charge of the Medical inspection are very grateful totheir friends and on Feb. 17, with the president hs the
rooms somewhere in Italy. Al] _minor neighbours, for their generous dona- chair.
injuries are brought to'these rooms tions and kindness. The meeting opened with singing
the more serious go direct to hospital, The World's Day of Prayer wilt 'The Old Rugged Cross" followed by
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He also says infection is very com- be 'observed in the United Church on the creed. The roll call was answer-
mons in all cuts and scratches and Friday Feb. 25 at 3.00 o'clock. P. M:' _ed bya valentine verse. Mrs: G.
there are many skin diseases. Mr. Bill Coultice, who is employ- Falconer read an article on the Orisin
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Mrs. N. Tyndall Feb. 10th which was
sold, motley to be used for war
work,
We wish to " acknowledge with
thanks a donation of 50 cents from.
Mrs. Allen of Clinton,
Mrs, A. Wiltse offered to cut out
enough patches for a quilt to be given
out at the next meeting.
A progressive euchre party is to be
held by 3 members on Friday, Feb.
25 in the Agricultural ball. Proceeds
will be used to the war work fund.
The Hostess served a delicious tea.
Proceeds of tea were turned ower to
the flower Convenor. Next meeting to
ripe held at the home of Mrs. W, Fal-
coner.
Liquor permit holdres in Ontario
increase
400 per cent because people Wanted to Buy
who had never had them bought them Wanted to buy, old horses and dead
for others. A few more years of this cattle for mink feed. If dead,hone
and the' open bar will be back, P
at once. Fred Gilbert 9tl8r22 or Jack
Gilbert 908r21. 5844`
Custom Sawing
Will be done at
McEWAN'S MILL, BAYFIELD,
this spring.
Will buy a quantity of Hemlock.
Basswood and Elm logs.
844
Hay for Sale
A quantity of good mixed hay for
sale. Apply to Fred C. McCool, Lon-
desboro, phone 28r14 BIyth central -
LOST
Rolex Wrist Watch in Clinton on
Tuesday. Finder please leave at the
News -Record office. Reward. 85-1
DANCE
in
Bayfield Hall
Friday, February 25th
Popular Orchestra
Dancing 9 till 2 Admission 85e
Everybody Welcome
85-1.
For Sale
A quantity of good mixed hay; also
9 choice Yorkshire Pigs, weighing!
about 75 pounds each. Apply to
Charles Stewart, Londesboro. 85-1
For Sale.
One double wooden 'bed with
springs and mattress; also one heavy
cutter rug with rubber interlining.
Apply to John. Plumtree, Clinton 84-1
Hay For Sale
Choice well cured mixed hay, suit-
able for dairy purposes. Price at barn
$10.00 per ton. Phone 34r616 Clinton,
John E. Hugill and Sons. 84-2
For Rent or Sale
For Sale or Rent -100 Acre Farm
on Highway between Seaforth and
Clinton, Frame house and bank barn;
choice clay loam; plenty of water.
Apply to Wm. Livingston or James
F. Scott, R. R. 2, Seaforth. 82-tf
Farm for Sale
100 acres good land with plenty of
water and good buildings. Apply at
The News Record. 83-3.
Choice Farm for Sale
For sale in Huron County 80 acres,
rich clay loan/, tile drained, all. work-
able, .excellent state of cultivation,,
60 acres in pasture and hay, 7 acres
in fall wheat, 13 fall ploughing, This
farm has never been rented. Good
buildings/ eight roomed .house with 3
piece bath, new furnace hot and cold
water on tap, compression water
system installed. Hydro in house and
barn, never failing supply of good
water pumped, by windmill to barn
and yards„ implement shed, drive
shed garage, hen House, accommoda-
tes 600. Barn 78x36 ft. Cement
floors, water' bowls and, litter carrier.
Immediate possession. Base Line; 3
miles North of Clinton, 1 mile from
school. 83-3
Oliver J. Jervis,
Clinton R. R. 1.
For Sale
Good 1 1-2 storey house with' new
bath. House in goods conditon,` Also
sanalI barn, garden and fruit trees.
Apply to J. V. Diehl,' Queen street,
Clinton. 69.3f