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Clinton News Record, 1944-03-30, Page 3'J BURS, MAR. 30:194,4' THE .CLINTON NEWS -RECORD t ® When a gun goes into action every man has a job to do. Seconds count,. and team work gets results. Training ... endless training gets efficiency that makes each mean part of a perfect machine. But something more than efficiency is needed to make a top -rank fighting unit. There must be loyalty .. , that spirit of responsibilitythat each man , feels toward his mates, We've got efficiency on the farm front we're producing more, and with less help to do it. Keep up the teamwork that will make each one of us go all out to support out' men on the fighting fronts. We too, are part of a fighting unit .. . citizens of a nation at war. We must not let our men on the fighting fronts down. THE HAPPENINGS IN CLINTON EARLY IN THE CENTURY J Invasion means high tension on the fighting fronts ... combined operations thorough team work in every detail. And that call for greater action comes back to us at home. We have a job to do here, too, We must all buy Victory Bonds. We have a responsibility to our mates on the firing line. We can't let them down. And the job that we are asked to do is , , save more, and lend more to our country. We are asked to let our country have the use of money that we do not need now. We will have the money later on to improve our farms and to buy stock and equipment; for new barns and silos; for new furnishings and conveniences for our homes. Be ready to buy more Victory Bonds, National War Finance Committee township. Nearly three years ago ' Robert Henderson, anold resident learn that his health has failed and Wesley -Willis Girls' Club they celebrated their 60th wedding of Whitechurch' was found dead at on the advice of physicians will take anniversary. ' THE CLINTON NEW ERA, March 27th, 1919. Mrs. Ernest Adams opened her his home en Sunday week. n Was three months' rest and a sea voyage,me to the Girls Club on Tuesday ho in his seventy-second year, and had Mr, D. Cantelon was in Stratford Lived in the vicinity for over sixty on Tuesday and endeavoured to reach evening, March 14th, There was an years. Newton where he has 700 barrels of attendance of 37 and two_ new memb- Sergt, Edwin Brooks, who has just apples stored. He has tried for weeks ers. Hynin 562 followed by the Lord's Clinton citizens were shocked on returned from overseas, accompanied to ship the stock, and as late as prayer commenced the meeting; Mrs. Thursday . forenoon last when it be by his charming English wife spent Tuesday evening the railway officials Miller presided. Miss Brigham gave came known that Mrs. D. N. Watson a couple of days last week with his were unable to say when they could the Scripture lesson. Miss Stone gave had passed away suddenly that morn- grandparents, Mn. and Mrs. Wm. accommodate him. It is said that a very fine address on the subject ing. While Mrs. Watson had not Cantelon, i there were ninety freight cars not of prayer, "We only progress as we Some Notes of the News in 1919,been enjoying the best health for � r, between Clinton and obey God's law, and the law of His tome menthe her death was pn•tirely, THE CLINTON NEWS-RECOILD • MARCH 27th, 1919, The funeral takes place this after- noon of Miss Janet Wilson, whose death occurred en Tuesday after a somewhat prolonged illness. Few Clinton citizens are better known than Miss Wilson was, because for many years she had been a member of the Public school staff. and there axe hundreds of young men and women .throughout the length and breadth • of Canada who passed through her hands. ' On Saturday Mrs. T. J. Watt, of Rattenbury street, west, passed away at the Clinton General Hospital. She had been in delicate health for some time and last week it was de- cided that an operation was necessary and she was removed to the hospital. It was quite successful and the pa- tient, rallied for a day or so but; on Saturday her heart gave out and she. sank rapidly.' The deceased lady was born in Stan1ley, being a daughter of the late Thomas Mills of that township, and was married in Clinton nearly thirty years ago' to Mr. I'. J, Watt. Since their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Watt have resided in Clinton, Wingham, Ethel and the State of Michigan. Returning to town nearly two years ago they' bought 'a comfort- able residence with the intention of making their home here. Besides her husband she is . survived by one sis- ter, Mrs. Snell of Bluevale, and three brothers, W. A., and E. E. Mills ofr Souix Falls,' S. Dakota, and Oliver of Saskatoon, Seek. Mrs. C. H. Coultiee 'of the Huron Road, east,' is a niece. Pte. Macdonald, Pte. Woolven, Ptes, Roy Forrester',and Norman Miller and Pte Whitmore are among the soldiers who have arrived•and been welcomed home during the past week. At six o'clock yesterday evening Pte. Ede arrived, accompanied by his wife, and on the late train Pte. Percy Mannings and Lieut. T. Mac- Kinnon came, and,in spite of the unexpected. She was born at Centre Winnipeg for a time since getting must work on this" In closing Miss 'Hhis disehange from the army and who Newcombe's annual millinery open- Stone led in prayer after which Mrs. disagreeable weather, were met and welcomed iiy the band and the mayor. The following appeared in the Peterborough Daily Review of Wed- nesday the 19th. "A very pretty wedd ing was solemnized in St. John's church yesterday .morning at eleven fifteen by Rev. Canon Davidson when Sarah J., daughter of the late Mr.1 and Mrs. James Wood, Bailieboro, was united in marriage to Dr. W. T. Holloway of this city. The bride was becomingly attired in a sand' colored suit embroidered in royal blue, with small hat to match, -and -carried a bouquet of Ophelia roses. Dr. and Mrs. Holloway left on the noon train forNew York and on their return will, reside in this city. After an illness extending over about four years Alice Matilda Moore wife of Mr. John Robertson, passed away yesterday at the home of her sister, Mrs. J. Govett. Mr. M. G. Ransford underwent an operation yesterday and at last re- ports was making good progress. Sergt. Edgar Pattison, who was operated' on for appendicitis last week, is making rapid progress. Mir S. B. Stothers, Agricultural Re- presentative, has, we understand, pur- chased the Stothers'homestead near Lucknow,'which is considered "an ex- cellent piece of farming land. Mr. J. H. Barr of Toronto, son-in- law of Mr. Fred Lockwood of town, has put a produce rig on the road, and is working up a good butter and egg trade in connection with his store on Jones avenue in .the Queen's city.. The following total is the result of the Hospital Drive in Clinton and vicinity, $1,066.40. George Warrener, who passed away on Tuesday, was born in Yorkshire, England, where he spent his youth and young manhood. He was marri- ed in 1856 and immediately started for Canada, coining direct to Clinton, where he has continued toreside, with the exception of nine or ten years spent in farming in. Hullett empties etthe _ . Mr. Dodds Holloway, who was' in c, ., u n m., �a .. kingdom' is love. Groups of womena. aor .., ..mand county, where her child. hood and girlhood were spent and then was transferred to Regina, is ing took place on Tuesday when the (Rev.) Lane gave a very interesting where she married. For some years now on the staff of the Royal Bank at big store was thronged with ladies account of Dr. R. McCluie's mission - after their marriage they resided near Stettler, Alta. ,who went into raptures over the ary work in China. Dr. McClure's Mitchell and later moved to Listowel ‘ Mr. and Mrs. Homer S. Cooper of ,large display of beautiful and artistic post-war message is "prepare for from which town the family came to ;Helena, Montana, formerly of Clinton creations of the fair milliners and great advance on the missionary front Clinton eight 'years ago. Surviving are at present, the guest of the for- pronounced the opening one of the especially larger work in China". are two sisters and 'two brothers,;mer's uncle, Mr. James Ross of San most successful they had ever at- Hymn 351 followed by the Mizpah besides her husband and theironly Francisco, Calif tended. Misses Hampden and Fergu- benediction closed the meeting. Mrs. son. I Mr. Jacob Taylor of Toronto is in son, who are now in charge of the M. Nediger and Mrs. M. J. Agnew town this week, department, have made a deckled conducted an Irish musical contest At n public meeting in the armour- Mr. Walter Armstrong, .eldest son hit and judging front the many The hostess assisted, by Mrs, Lorne les at Chatham tomorrow afternoon of Mr, Alex Armstrong, Toronto, complimentary remarks made upon Jervis' group served a dainty lunch. General Shannon will present to Mr, formerly of Clinton, who spent nearly 'their handiwork, there is a prosper -, overseas, returned a few ous season ahead of them, t Cross and the Croix de Guerre. award- (days since in and Mrs. John Miner the Victoria four fine health. notwith ' The victorious Hou •h Cup football PAGE 3 Observance of Sunday, Vital; 'Rev. G. W. Moore Warns Against Loss of Day of Rest Addressing the Durand Rotary Club Monday, Rev, - George Moore of St. John's Episcopal Church, spoke on the subject of "Crisis," quoting most. effectively to illustrate his point from the novel "Devid' , Cop perfield," wherein is told the birth and first love of the author.' A Canadian, who participated in the first world,war and saw action in France, he gave an intimate ae count of the •homage^subjects of the British Empire naturally pay their sovereign, and of the weakness of Edward, the Prince of Wales, who' failed to sleet the crisis of 'his life upon ascending the throne of Eng- land, Upon arrival in Durand, said he, I was directed to the City Hall where your . Sherrif's Department provided. me with a booklet covering the traffic rules that apply in our state,. It is fol' guidance •an:l instruction and is for the purpose of making the way easier and safer for motorists. Your money, he continued, • car. 'lies the words, "In God We Trust" If we trust in God we should study the Bible carefully for therein are the traffic rules of Life, that make the way easier and more beautiful. Let us have a greater regard for our Sundays, said. Rev, Moore, and let not this day be taken from us, for men need this seventh day for rest and 'diversion, which once lost , to us may . never be regained. Pa- triotism and love of country are ccnnnendable • to a certain degree, he declared,. but Hitler , used that sentiment coupled with hero won.ship to supplant love of God in the hearts of his people, to the utter misery of the world. Rev. Moore is the former rector of St. Paul's church of England ht Clinton. —The: Durand Express Dur- and, Michigan. ed to their son, Corp. Harry G. B. ' standing the very hard experience he i g Miner, who dg• went through, died of wounds on Auteam met yesterday afternoon for re-; Close or anization in preparation for the i 8th last, It will be remembered that) Rev.'Dr. `°and Mrs. Rutledge were . g p p The decision of the Government to Corp,iner, single-handed, capturedspring games. Mr. Charlie Mustard , p g n the guests while in town overthe 1 No. 12 Elementary Flying Train - Sky Harbour Air School to s s was appointed the delegate to attenri c lose the enemy, and later with two others' to interests at the W. F.; Manning, �A mooting to be held in Berlin on Goderich, was received .with mixed attacked a machine gun post, putting • the gun out of business and killing When the Present Centu Good Friday. to feeling last Mondayoras a member of y I Mr. Robert Watkins has sold his local residents are employed there, machine gun, turning the gun on week end of Mr. and Mrs, R, E,' Clinton's ing School at Sky Harbor airport, four the crew and then single-handed Was Young rushed a bombing post, killing two of house on Queen street to Mrs. R.I Closing of the school in about f ur the garrison and putting the others THE CLINTON NEWS -RECORD Miller of Summerhill, who will take months' time was admitted by J. R. to light, He died of his wounds after MARCH 24th1904 (possession at an early date. Mr. and Douglas, manager of the school, who' being carried to the dressing station. (Mrs. Watkins purpose •moving West saidthat it will break up a marvel - Corp. Cor . Miner enlisted with a London Messrs,' Seeley & Turner, who have where they spent last' summer. bus organization. Mr. Douglas inti- battalion but later, when the 1Glst. , carried on business as blasksiuiths,l Mr. R. F. Stoddart, classical master mated that the reasons advanced.. of battalion was "organized, he got' dealers in bicycles, etc. have dis at the Collegiate, has resigned to ac- ficially for the closing of Sky Harbor, transferred to the Hurons so as to be 'solved partnership, but will continue cept , the principalship of the. High along with a nueber of other schools with, his brother, Pte. J. W. Miner of to do business at the old stand, each School at Forest. He will enter, his across Canada, was that the air force Clinton, and went overseas with them. lin his o}vn department. The black- new duties after Easter. This makes has so 'many trained personnel that He was attached to the 58th battalion smithing will be continued by Mr. the' third member of the C. C. I. it not likely large numbers of air - which has just returned from over. Seeley, while Mr. Turner will deal in teaching staff who has obtained a men will be trained in the future. seas, when his bravery won for him bicycles, • principalship in less than two years, Casualties have been exceedingly low the Victoria Cross.: In addressing Harland Brothers are making an. land a fourth now holds a professor in comparison to the strength. sthe "Fighting58th" on Sundaythe rangements to enlarge their sheds at ship in Manitoba University. r It was hoped that personnel from Mr. Harry Steep• of the 13 yfield the school would be absorbed in the Mayor of Toronto spoke as follows: the station• .and, early hi the spring' "We regret that one of your herpes, will have ample room to store 1000 Line has decided to go West and will service elsewhere. the late Sergeant Miner, will not tone of coal. first of all try the Indian Head dis. Sky Harbor airport was started a come back, but he . has, covered his' The annual At -Home of Court ;•trict• • few years ago by people from Gode- unit' and himself with glory for on hay- Maple Leaf held on Thursday evening Mr, Harry Fitzsimmons was in rich vicinity who formed the Huron ing been awarded the Victoria Iast, was a great success at all points, Petrolia this week. County Flying Training School. Lan Cross. for conspicuous gallantryin Program, refreshments, attendance Mr. D. S. Cook is in Toronto this er it came under government super - thethe ca turin of tw machine guns. and general enjoyment One of the week attending the Grand Council of vision, and 'while under civilian man- capturing o A number of the friends and neigh- features of the evening was an the Chosen Friends: The Porter's agement was one of the "schools oper- hors of Mrs. Frank Graham and orchestra, consisting of the Howson1? g Hill Council' is represented by D. aced inconjunction with' the Common - , •, Air met at their home on Wednes- Bros, R. Graham, G. Roberton and Glidden and Holmesvi.l le Council by wealth A r Trainin g Plan. The day evening of last week to spend a J. E. Hovey, A. Willison. • ' school established a remarkable re social evening with them before their The many friends o f ` , Mr. Jen -1 Messitis. David and john Parker cord in elementary training for th- Rev. departure from the• township of Wings rector of Trinity church, left for Osnabroolc, North Dakota, ai• fors- as well• as the Fleet Ai Stanley for the Forest City.' Bayfield, will regret' very much to on Tuesday. Arm. V Graduates as Air Gunner Glenn Tasker, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Tasker, was one of a class, graduating from No, 1 Bombing and Gunnery School at Jarvis, en Fri- day, Glenn graduated as Sergeant Wireless Air Gunner, and is at pre- sent spending his furlough with his parents. Glenn, who is only 18 years old, en. listed at London in February, 1943. He was immediately sent to Brandon, Man., and later trained at Calgary, Kingston, Guelph, and finally at Jar- vis. He reports at Lachine, Que., on March 28th. V--- Rev. W. A. Beecroft Chair-. man of Sixth Victory Loan It was announced today by the Huron County Victory Loan Head- quarters that Rev. W. A. Beecroft of Wingham has again been named Chairman of this County for the Sixth Victory Loan, which starts on April. 24th. The initial meeting was held in Clinton on Monday, March 20th and plans -were laid for the fortis -coming campaign. Huron County Headquarters will be located in Goderich and the Organiz. ers will again be Mr. H. J. Vande- water, Mr. T.. A. Lumsden, and Mt. B. K. Marshall. Preliminary organiza- tional work is now proceeding and the names of theGeneral Committee will be announced at a Iater date. Among those attending the first meeting were, Rev. W. A. Beecroft;. Wingham, W. G. Attridge, .Goderich; Mr. Tom Pryde, Exeter; Mr. H. N. Creech, Exeter; Mr. Robert Bownten, Brussels, Mr. C. K. Saunders, Gode- rieh; Mr, Tames Kinkead, Gederie:in Mr. Ross Scott, Brueefield; Mr. H. 0, McLean, Wingham, °Mr, George Jef- ferson, Clinton. An organizational meeting of the following counties, Waterloo North, Waterloo South, Wellington North, Wellington South, Perth and Huron is being held in the •offices of the Mutual Life Assurance Company in Waterloo on Thursday, March 23rd, at which representatives of Huron, Coun- ty will attend. The purpose of the meeting is to lay plans for the Sixth Campaign and to consider ways and means of improving the Vietory Loan Organization, in order to raise the largest' possible amount of money. V There are many special problems in connection with feeding, management, and production costs of hogs, which. have been brought about by the war. For valuable information on the sub- ject, the. Production Service, Dontin.. ion Department of Agriculture, ad-. vises that farmers, should consult: their nearest Experimental Vanni or• Agricultural College.