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The Clinton News Record, 1932-11-03, Page 1ii'h!3 News -Record Est. 1878 WITH WI4TCH IS INCORPORAT ED THE CLINTON . 5295 -54th YEAR iggs NEW ERA The New Bra Est, 1864 CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3,'' 1932 oxrxernaresarnov Ore ertg'vening6 are Aere twee I. SUGGESTING A GOOD TIME FOR READING CAN YOU READ WITH COMPORT? If not come in and have your eyes properly fitted with glasses. Satisfaction Guaranteed. LONG EVENINGS ;ALSO SUGGLSq` PHONOGRAPH MU'StC- --If your phonograph is out of order we can fix it up at a moderate cot. elltar P.S.—We repair all kinds of time pieces at Moderate Prices. Headquarters for Watch and Jewelery Repairs Jeweler and Optometrist Phone 174w and 174j .1.1102209.011. � All 001 Stripod FIailiel hath obes at $4.95 ,Delightfully Waren Dressing Gowns of Fashionable Wide Block Stripe Flannel. First time on the market at this extremely low price. Excellent for Christmas Gifts. Sale of Coats For Friday and Saturday Selling We are offering Exceptionally Low Prices on All Misses' and Women's Coats. Crejo le Cheio Lillgerio Lace Trimmed. and Embroidered, GOWNS, SLIPS, PANTIES and BRASSIERES to Match, but may also be purchased separately, Choose Your Christmas Gifts Early " CLINTON'S LEADING STYLE SHOPPE " Town f Clinton We Offer, Subject to Prior Sale or Change in Price, $7,000 4i- per cent Town of Clinton Bonds, Maturing in 1937, at 97 to Yield 5* H. ":. MANNING Bank of Montreal Bldg. Phones 29 or 18. Clinton, Ott. REMEMBRANCE DAY rhe local branch of the Canadian Legion request all citizens of Clin- ton and vicinity to attend the annual Remembrance Day Service . which will be held in the town hall Friday morning, Nov. l.lth, Service will commence promptly at 10.15 o'clock. The 'ministers - of the town will participate in the ser - vice, ahong with Rev. Major K. Me Goun, who will deliver the address. Two minutes of silence will be ob- served at 11 o'clock following which the parade will forst up outside and, led by the band, will march to the Memorial Tablet at the Post Office, where the school children and local organizations will assist in the De. coration Ceremony, THE MARKETS Wheat, 45e. Barley, 40e. Oats, 82e. Butter, 18e. Eggs, 25e to 30c. Live Hogs, $3.85. VOTER'S LIST OUT Clinton's voters' list has been com- pleted for 1932 and was posted up in. the town clerk's of ice on Monday. There are in Clinton 1025 people who are sualified to vote at 'both munici- pal elections and elections for the legislative assembly; 155 who may vote only at municipal elections and 247 who may only vote at elections for the _legislative assembly. 267 persons are qualified to serve as jurors. ENGAGEMENTS ANNOUNCED Mr. and Ms. Ben. W. Churchill announce the engagement of their eldest daughter, Grace V., Reg. N„ to Mr. Walter J. Forbes of Windsor, Ont., younger son of Mr. and Mrs, James C. Forbes, Mullett, the mar- riage place e g a e thismonth. Mz•. andr M s. Fred Pepper an- nounce the engagement of their only daughter, Hazel Elizabeth, to Mr. Austin Edward Matheson, son of Mr. and Mrs: A. E. Matheson, of Gode• rieh, the marriage to take place in November. POPPY DAY The newly formed Women's Aux- iliary to the Clinton Branch of the Canadian Legion, are this year assist- ing the local branch in their an- nual Poppy Day .Campaign which will be held on Thursday, Nov, 10th, when a house to house canvas will be made. Poppies will also be sold an main street on Sat., Nov. 5th. Poppy Day is recognized not only in Canada, but throughout the British Empire, and alI proceeds derived from the manufacture and sale of these emblems of sacrifice goes di- rectly for relief of distressed veter- ans and their families. The local officers ave looking for- ward to the loyal srpport of the eitie zens of Clinton and vicinity in this worthy appeal, the twofold objective of which is—Remompranee of the glorious clead and practical assistance to the Iiving. AMONG THE CHURCHES A rally of the Mission Circles, Y. W.A. and C.G.I.T. groups will he held in Northside United Church, Seaforth, on Friday evening, Nov. 4tb. A banquet supper will be serv- eat d 6 p.m., after which Mrs. Rush of the Dominion Board of W.M,S. will he the special speaker. Mrs. Rush is said to possess rare ability els a speaker for girls and will be well worth hearing. It is expected that delegates will be present from every Mission Circle, Y.W.A. and C. G.I.T. group in Huron Presbyterial. St. Joseph's Church The local veterans will attend High Mass in this church on Sunday morning at 10.30. Presbyterian Church Minister's subject Sunday morn- ing: "Peace in Three Dimensions." The Ladies' Auxiliary will meet at the home of Mrs. Axon on Tuesday, November 8th, at 8 pm. Baptist Church The pastor's sermon subject on Sunday will he: "Liberty'." Anniversary services will be held on Sunday, Nov. 18th, when the Rev. C. H. Schutt; M.A., D,D,, Toronto, will' be the special speaker. The Stratford Quartette will assist in the musical .part of the service both morning and evening. Ontario Street United Church Morning sermon subject; "What Can Religion Do For Us" Evening: "Some Haunting Figures in the Life of Jesus." The W.M.S. of Ontario Street. church will meet on Tuesday after- noon at 3 o'clock in the lecture room of the church. Interesting reports will be given of the Presbyterial by the delegates. Mrs. Rozeil's group will serve a special tea to which all the ladies of the church are cordial- ly invited. Wesley, -Willis United Church The minister's sermon subjects on Sunday will be: Morning: "Revolu- tionizing Christianity." Evening: a "The Quality of Love." The W.M.S. will meet in the Sun- I p a e w p z w LITTLE LOCALS The interior of the Public Library has' been repainted and was closed to the public' on Monday and Tues- day. The regular monthly business meeting of ,the Badminton Club will be held on Thursday, thus evening; at 8.80. Word comes from Souris, Man., that more snow has been shovelled so far this season than was done all last whiter. On Monday evening, Nov. 7th, the Huronic Rebekah Lodge will have as guest Assembly Warden Mrs. M. Williams of Brantford. November 4th and last night brought us the first blighting frost of the season. We have had snow flurries but have net so far seen the ground whitened. A. T. Cooper has had telephone ex- tensions made in his Variety store. 36w calls the downstair department, 36j the second floor, which will make for the convenienee of customers. A large number from Clinton at- tended the anniversary services at the United church, Brucefield on Sun- day, many na goingown t Y,d heart ' y o their old pastor, the Rev. Dr. J. E. Hogg, who was the anniversary preacher. I.O.O.F. ENJOYS SUPPER The I.O.O.F, on Tuesday evening had their annual "Duck Supper." We spell it thus in capitals because it is always a very important and enjoy- able affair and this year was no exception. About fifty were present and the supper was all that could be desired. At the conclusion of the supper the following toast list wasg one through Mr. P. T. Jackson, P.W.JI. acting as toastmaster: "The King," proposed by Mr. Jack- son and responded to by the singing of the National Anthem. "Our Town," proposed by Mr. Jackson, in the absence of II. P. Plumateei, and responded to by Dr. F. G. Thompson. "Our Lodge," proposed by J. Silcock, W.M., and responded to by R. Draper, "The Grand Lodge," proposed by G, E. Hall, rLtsponded to by J. W. Moore. "Social Activities," proposed by T. H. Hardy, responded to by H. W. Gould. Some of the speeches made were witty and all were interesting and a pleasant time was enjoyed. SFIOWERED BRIDE-TO-BE Last Thursday evening s at at the home of Mrs. L. Hunlcing about twenty-five friends of Miss Ada Rig- gin surprised her with a miseellan- eous shower. About 9.30 when ev- eryone was enjoying themselves in a game of progessive euchre two pop- ular young even of Clinton, dressed up as Aunt Jane and Aunt Sue ar- rived and presented her with a gift and vead the following address: "Our Dear Ada: Don't think, cleat' girl, that we are rude, if upon thio little party we intrude, but we feel we have been slighted because we have not been invited, SO we just cane along anyway, for there is a few things we have to say. As every- one is bringing something to you, we thought two would bring a gift too, For you know your Aunt Jane and Aunt Sue, are very heartbroken to i part with you. We have tried to be mothers to you these years, now we feel line bursting into tears, because you are getting tied up for life, and are going to be a farmer's wife. Then you will be busy all the tints; feeding the cows and the swine, that you won't get time to conte to town to visit your aunts of fair renown, so if we don't see you ever again, we hope a memory of us will remain in some little corner of your dear ]tea••i and we brought yon. something you mustn't part. We thought and thought what we should get, some- thing nice that you wouldn't forget. These other girls sure have indeed brought you many things ,you will need, but we feel there is some- thing more important still which you will need. 'We know you will to we present you with this little -set, the most useful thing you, have got yet, and with best wishes from your aunts Jane and Sue, we wish you much happiness, you bet we do. And whenever you need sonny motherly dvice, you know where to come; on't think twice'for your loving not Jane and Aunt Sue will help on out whatever you do. With love and best wishes for a bright and rosperous future,—Your Aunts Jane nd Sue." day school room on Thursday •even+ ing, Nov., 10th, Mrs. Fowler's group in charge of the program. The Girls' Club will hold their thaikoffering meeting Tuesday -even- ing, November 8th, in the church hall at eight o'clock. The meeting will be in charge sof Mrs:. (Dr.) Iiearn. An interesting program is being pre•- pared. Miss Depew will be the speak- er fox the evening. A cordial invita- tion is extended to all the,ladies. After ,the ..presentation everyone ontinued to play euchre "Aunt Sue" on the first prize, a pair of salt and epper shakers, and 'Miss Billie Bez- o of Kitchener, won the consolation size. After which a dainty lunch was 'served, A most enjoyable time as enjoyed by all present. THE HOME PAPE C. I. "LIT." HAD PARTY A jolly Hallowe'en .party was held under the auspices of the C.I. Liter- ary Society on Friday evening, the guests coming in costume, which were duly judged: The president, Howard Hyde, op- ened the program with an address oil welcome, followed by the presenta- tion of prizes for fancy costumes, the winners being: Grace Mc1Vlath, J. Ouninghamo, Esther'lVtcMath, C. Mel - 'nee, H, Hovey, K. Dungan, E. Lever, and Faye Lindsay. A chorus, ,'Oh, How Lovely Is the Evening," by the upper school. A. play by form II, entitled "Ghost in the Kitchen," was enjoyed and a reading was contribut- ed by V, 11'remiin and a saxophone solo by Jack Perdue. Form III.B. presented a sketch, "Haunted Flouse," and Claire IZen- nedy a reading, • "What the Winds Say." A vocal trio by S. McLeod, Nora Fremlin and Nora Stewart was followed by the reading of the "Broadcaster" by Editor Bea Sharp, gwrhamh. concluded an enjoyable pro- Thefollowing Rare the newly elect- eded officers of the Collegiate Literary Society: President, Howard Iiyde; first vice-president, James McCrae; second vice-president, Isobel Holmes; secretary, Marriot Dandier; treasur- er, Harold Gibbs; form representa- tives, Upper School, T. Ross, Mar- garet Ross; Form IIIA. P. Cantelon, M. Ross; Form IIIB, Gerald Holmes, Lilian Manning; Form II, R. Pepper, Sadie Elliott; Form 7., B. Sutter, Norma Cook. COME OUT ON SATURDAY The annual convention of the Hu- ron County Educational Association ,of Trustees and Ratepayers will be held in the auditorium of the Clinton Collegiate on Saturday, Nov. 5th. Mr, M. A. Campbell, of Toronto, the new secretary of the 0. E. A., and Mr. Herbert Corbett, of Proton, president of the Trustees' and Rate- payers' Department, will give addres- ses. The fifth annual County Publi' Speaking Contest and the second an- nual Spelling Match will be conduct- ed at the sane place commencing at 1.30 p.m. sharp. All first prize winners in the Pub- lic Speaking Contests and Spelling Matches conducted at each School Fair in the County this year are eligible to compete and are expected to take part. Both Dominion and Provincial Members of Parliament have eontt'i- but ed towards w tds the purchasing of splendid book prizes for the contest- ants in the Public Speaking Contest and Mr. George Spotton, M.P. is a- warding a Silver Cup to the winning pupil. Suitable book prizes for the contestants in the Spelling Match have been arranged for by the Trus- tees and Ratepayers Association, The entire programme is interest- ing and educational and as many as possible should take advantage of the opportunity to be in attendance, THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE The regular monthly meeting of the Women'; Institute was held in the firemen's hall last Thursday af- ternoon, -with the giresident, Mrs. N. W. Trewa'tha in charge, After the secretary's report and business discussion the meeting was turned over to Mrs. Geo. Jenkins, president of the Route and School Club, the program being given by the Home and School Club, The first nmmber en the program: was 'an instrumen- tal by Mrs. W. Perdue and Mrs. Mor- gan Agnew. This was followed by a pleasing solo by Mrs. 11. C. Law- son, accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Ed. Wendell. Miss Viola Fras- er of the Public School staff brought up a number of her pupils and had them demonstrate just how music is being taught in the school. Mrs. Jenkins gave a short talk explaining the work being done by the Home and School Club, This part of the meeting was closed by singing, "God be with you till we meet again." A delicious lunch was served by the hostesses, in charge of Mrs. W. Cowan. - A vote of appreciation was ex- tended to the ladies of the Women's Institute by Mrs. J. C. Candler and 1Vfrs. A. T. Cooper, for the splendid entertainment of the afternoon and for the delicious luncheon served. The ladies of the Home and School Club also extended an invitation to, • the. Women's- Institute to attend their next meeting, 'Nov. 15th, in the C.G.I., es a very interesting talk will • be given. by Mr. James Scott• on thea early history of Clinton. A Jago., number were 'present on tilis - oeeas ton, The next ineetingeof the W. I. Will b be held on Nov. 17t13, one week ear= lies on account of St. haul's church 13 FAMILY LEAVING- TOWN Mr. Guy Jones, who has carried o a blacksmithing business in . Clinto for some years, continuing the, 'o parried on by his father, has decide to locate at Varna and he and hi family are moving their "househoi effects today. - Mr. and Mis. Jones and Tamil will be missed in -Clinton end tlned friends regret to see them Ieave They will be especially missed in th Baptist church, where Mr, Jones ha served as an offiieal and a menthe o1 the choir and hie interest and as sistance has been highly valued Tho good wishes of their friends g with them to their new home, • IN DAD'S FOOTSTEPS Mr. Bill Ball, youngest son of Mr and Mrs. Nelson Ball of town, receiv- ed word a few days ago that he had successfully passed his exams. and is now a full-fledged undertaker and embalmer. "Bill" has had some practical experience assisting his father and now has taken high marks in the examinations, necessary, It is a goodeold custom, not quite so com- mon asi t t used t ' a be, for a son to follow his father's trade or profes- sion, and we congratulate the father and son in this case. Sall and Zapfe have now three expert under- take t s in their firm £ n as both members are qualified, HEALTH IMPROVING The friends of Mr. Chas. F. Lock- wood, who was obliged to discontinue his barbering business in Brussels owing to ill -health, will be pleased to know that he is improving. It was reported that he had had to go to the London Sanatorium but this was a mistake. His trouble is the result of wouncls received overseas when he had his shoulder shattered with shrapel, and he has consulter,' specialists at London on different occasions but has been staying with his family at Auburn. His friend.: trust that his condition will continue to improve. SAFE STEALERS AGAIN following address: - n I "Dear Mr. and Mrs. - Walter:—We,' n I your friends of Holmesville and vie on : cinity have gath•eed in your home, d to -night to celebmate a great event in the course of human -life. d I- The most worthwhile institution in the world is the Home, without it I the best in life would cease. We want Y . to congratulate you both upon the selection you have evade for your life epartner in the enterprise of home making. We are confident with just s I the kind of help each will give the t otber, that a beautiful christian home • will be established in this ; house. In this enterprise you will 9 have the best wishes and the prayers of a host of friends. - As a tangible evidence of our sin- , cerity, we ask you to accept this ' table. Mary it be to you a constant reminder of the best wishes' of your many friends.—Signed on behalf of the church and community." Miss Thelma Cudmore has return- ed from Listowel where she visited with her sister, Mrs. Ward. We are pleased to report that Mr. Clifton 'Procter is improving nicely after anoperation e e atton for romp p vat of tonsils. Mr. Protcor is with his par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Lew. Proctor. Mr. and Mrs. Forester and daugh- ter rf Meridiem visited with relatives over the week -end. The Y.P.S. enjoyed a Hallowe'en Party on Monday, Oct. 31st. A very interesting address on "The Origin of Hallowe'en." was given by Mr, Brogden MacMath. The remainder of the evening was spent in games and contests, under the leadership of nun. teacher, Miss R. MacDonald, ' We are sorry to have Mr, and :firs. Norman' Mali leave our midst for a, while. Mr. Male has work in Milver- ton. Mrs. John Cudmoi'e is with her daughter, Mrs. 'Ward, in Listowel. Mr. Brogden MacMath is in To- ronto for a few' days this week. The W. A. and W. M. S. are having a social evening on Tuesday, Nov. Sth, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eldred Yeo. Forcing an entrance through a. window burglars carried off the safe from the C•N.R, station at Bright some time during Sunday night, The safe, weighing about four hundred pounds, contained. sante 321.00 in cash and 85000 shares of stock, the latter not being the property of the railway company. The station agent at Bright is Mr. G. E. Routley, well known in Clinton, The todiscovered theft wasnot t larch r d � e<1 annti 1 Mr. Routley of 1e came y a to the station on Monday morning. The safe was carried out through the waiting room to tha baggage room and leached on a truck. ll OLMESVILLE The HohnesviIle parsonage was the scene of a quiet wedding at high noon on Saturday, Oct. 29th, when Ada Verne, elder daughter of Mi'. and burs. Wilfred Biggin, became the bride of Carman Walgate Teb- butt, younger son of Mr. and firs. John Tebbutt all of Goderich town- ship. Rev. J. W. Herbert officiated. The bride looked charming in a gown of peach georgette with a shoulder bouquet of sweet heart roe- es, lily of the valley and maiden Ihair fern. The young couple were attended by Miss Margaret Biggin, sister of the bride, and Mr, Leslie Pearson. After the ceremony the bridal party returned to the home of the bride's parents where a weddinle din4 ner,Was served to a number of friends and relatives. The table was prettily decorated with pink and white streamers and flowers and centred With the wedding cake. In the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Tebbutt left on a motor trip to Strat- ford, Toronto and other points, The bride's travelling dress wag of wine coloured flat crepe with 'hat to match, On their -return Mr. and Mrs. Tebbutt will reside on the groom's farm • on the Maitland concession, Goderich township. They have the good wishes of all for a happy fut- ure. A very pleasant evening was spent at the home of -Mr. and Mrs, Barry - Whitey an Wednesday, when over one. hundred friends of, the church and community gathered at their: home ,and, in view of their re- cent marriage, presented them with a livingroom table. During the ev- ening an interesting program, wag enjoyed. Muskat numbers Were given by the Holmesvilie,;Orchestra, solo, Miss R. MacDonald; duet, Miss ess Willtelinina Trewartha and ludlen Charlesworth; readings were given y Nits. Eldred Yeo, Mrs. Lorne Jer- vis and 'Miss Dell Cox. A speech by Mr. Lorne • Jervis was much appre-- azaar. elated. Mr. Ebner Potter! read' the imra,mma�marr+m�...;,. GODER!CI4 TOWNSHIP About fifty young people, members• of the A.Y.P.A. met at Mr, Carl Diehl's home on Friday night for a masquerade social. The evening; was spent with games, contests, re- lay races and dancing. Mr. and Mrs. F. Thompson attended the fowl supper in Zurich last week. Mrs. Ferris of Macklin, Sask., and. Mr, and Mrs, MacDonald of Brussels : e nt SundayaY with Ir, and Mrs. I . Thompson. llr. Stewart Middieton of the Bay- field line attended the dance at the 0.A.C., Guelph, cm Saturday evening. HULLETT 'r"owNSHffe Messrs. ,fiat. and George HesseI- wood recently sold their farm to their brother, John of the same township, and on Sunday, October 23rd, the Sunday before they left the farm, Mes. John Hesselwood, Sr., gave them a wonderful surprise when she treat- ed them and their sister, Mrs. D- lIoggart of Londesboro, to a roast duck dinner. They wish to thank her very much forthe trouble she had taken. They also wish to thank their many friends and especially thein neighbors for the kindness and neigh- borliness shown thorn in the years gone .lny. Mr. and Mrs, 'William Carey, Mr. and Mrs, Dave Bean and family, vis- ited at the home o1 Messrs. Mat. and George Hesselwood recently. Burns' United church will hold an- niversary services on Sunday next, Nov. 6th, with services at eleven a. in. and seven -thirty p.m, The Rev, G. W. Oliver of St. Andrew's United church, Blyth, will be the special preacher. Report of 8. S. No. 10, Hullett, for month of •October: Jr. 4th: Ruth Vodden, 87; Beth Govier, 85; Pearl. Johnston, 70; El- eanor Sprung, 70; Florence Yung- blutt, 64. Sr. 3rd; Rhoda Caviar, 96; Joe Flunking, 69; Eddie. Honking, 60. - 2nd.Class: Anna Mae Johnston, 76; John Sprung, 46. lst class: Fern Yungblutt, 90; Ser- ve, Mali, 85. Pr'.: Elva Colder, 95. Number on roll, 13; average atten- dance, -11.6.—Beth Arnett, teacher. Following is report of S. S. No. 11, Mullett, for October: Sr. 4th; hazel Lee, 81; Mull, 79; Thelma, Scott, 70. Sr. 3rd: ;Clarice Lee, 75; Elaine' Bull, absent. Jr. vzd:i Allen Shaddiek, 77; Don- ald Sunderson, 75; Kenneth Scott! 74, Sr. 2nd: Seek Lee, 70. Beginners: Jean Hull, Russell Me-; Clean. ' Best speller for month, Hazel Lee. —Mary IC., Moon, teacher, Juneve:•