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The Clinton News Record, 1940-02-15, Page 5'THURS., FEB. 15, 1940 THE CLINTON NEWS -RECORD You should not feel the slightest embarrassment in calling on the manager of our nearest branch, and tell- ing him of your •need to borrow. Making • personal loans is a daily part of our regular banking assistance to thrifty citizens throughout Canada. Such trans- actions are strictly confidential and our terms are 'convenient and, reasonable: Repay in 12 monthly instalments; cost $ 3.65 per $100. No other charge. BANK OF MONTREAL ESTABLISHED 1817 114 lecas4 GuhvPhe distal./ a/x(4mA eee1co rte" Clinton Branch: H. M. MONTEITH, Manager Londesborough (Sub -Agency): Open Monday and Thursday, INIFIWIIIMINIMICESSKITICEOSICSIEW AUBURN Miss Marjory Arthur, student of .,Stratford Normal, spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. M. Arthar. Miss Margaret Ferguson of Park- . hill spent the weekend with Mr. and A2re. A. J. Ferguson. We are sorry to report that Miss. Violet Sharp, teacher in the Continua- tion School has contracted pneumonia, Mise Clara McGowan of Blyth is supplying in her absence. Miss Susie Blair spent all of last week with her sister, Mrs. }John Rob- ertson and Mr. Robertson of Goderieh. Mr. Earl Mugford of near Lucknow, • spent the weekend with Stewart Fa- . guson. Miss Evelyn Plaetzer of Stratford Normal spent the weekend with her parents. Mr. Charles Robertson, M.L.A., is reported to be resting comfortably at the home of his brother-in-law, Dr. B. C. Weir. Born—On Monday to Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Plunkett of West Wawanosh, a daughter. Miss Francis Houston 'is leaving on Wednesday to enter training at Kit- chener -Waterloo General Hospital. The B.Y.P,U, will hold its monthly meeting in the church basement on Sunday night with George Raithby in charge. Annual Meeting of Knox Presbyterian Church The annual meeting of Knox Pres- byterian Church was held in, the base- ment en Wednesday afternoon with . ;Rev. A, M. Boyle in the chair, Mr. J. C. Stoltz was secretary. Very en- couraging reports were given,indieat- • ing that the ehureh had one of its most successful years. The follow- ing officers were elected: managers ,for a three year terms; William Wag- ner, George Yungblut, William Dobie; Church trustees, Herrman Daer, John •. Doer, J. C. Stoltz; delegates to cent- ral. committee, J. C. Stoltz, W. T. . Riddell; ehureh treasurer, Alfred :Rollinson; publishing committee, Al- fred Rollinson, J. C. Stoltz; ushers, Robert Scott, Herman Daer; plate col- . lectors, John J. Wilson, John Houston; organist, Mrs. John Houston, assist- • amts, Donald Rass• and Miss Josephine • Weir. In the Sunday School the fol- , lowing appointments were made: Sup- erintendent, John Wagner; teachers, . Rev. A. M. Boyle, Rev. Dr. J. H. Barnett, Dorothy Wilson, Mrs. Wesley 13radnoek, Isobel Rollinson; cradle roll superintendent, Mrs. 'Kellner Dawson; .secretary -treasurer, Donald Ross; or- ganist, Donald Rose. Starting after March 1st the Sunday School will convene at 9.30 a.rn. and the Church eervice will be held at 10.30 a.m. Pioneers Observe Birthdays Three pioneer residents of this vil- lage celebrated their birthdays over the weekend. On Saturday, Mr, Joseph • Carter celebrated his birthday. Mr. Carter was born in, McKillop township Land attended Mellroy school. In May, 1886, he married Mary Ann Howley, who died last June. After farming in Goderieh township for several Years, he moved to Auburn 20 yeas ago. On Sunday, Mr. John Symington cele- ' ;boated his 86th birthday. He is a native of Colborne. After farming in ' Colborne, Mr. and Mrs. Symington, who were 59 years married last °' Christi -nee, moved to Auburn 23 years. ago. Mr. Symington is a member of t :the, United Church, of which ,he has, been an elder for 59 years. Another resident of the village in the person of Mrs. John Raithby celebrated her 74th birthday on Monday. She was borne near Pieton, but moved to Hut - lett, where Sid Lansing now lives, at en early age. Site was the daughter of David and Margaret Lansing. On March 18, 1889, Matilda Lansing and John Raithby were married. Since then Mrs. Raithby has lived. where Earl Raithby lives, where Frank Raithby lives, and where Lloyd Miller now lives. The Red Cross held another dance in the Ilall mt Friday night. The music was supplied by local talent. Those taking part being Gordon and Bob McClinchey, Iia Craig, Raymond Redmond, Charles East, Harvey Mc- Dowell and Gordon Robinson. The Society had $8 clear from this dance. Anglican Gutta The Anglican Guild l ehc7 theta erica,, thly meeting last Wednesday after- noon at the home of Mrs. Ezekiel Phillips, Mrs, Gordon Taylor was in charge. Mrs. R. M. Weekes leci in prayor. Mrs. Jeremiah Taylor read the scripture. Readings were given by Laura Phillips and Mrs. Alvin Loath- erhead. A ladies' quartette composed l of Mrs. C. A. Towson, Mts. R. J. Phillips, Mrs. Alfred Nesbit and Mrs. Gordon Taylor rendered a number. It was decided to hold a boineanade bak- ing on Saturday afternoon in James Medd's store to be in charge of Mrs, E. Phillips and Mrs. Geo. Beadle. Mrs, Thomas Haggitt gave the treasurer's report. The topic on "What is the Home and the Relation of Home to the Community", was given by Mrs. Samuel Johnston, Mrs. 3. Taylor in:- vitecl the Guild to her home for the March meeting. Mrs. Gordon Taylor closed the sleeting with prayer. Lunch was served by the hoetess The C.G,I,T. of Knox United church held a Valentine Social in the church basement on Friday evening. Gaines under the leadership of Mary Munro and Ruth Arthur were played, Mar- guerite IZillougit read the seripture and Zeta Menne favoured with a piano instrumental. Mary Munro- led in prayer. The World's Day of. Prayer was held in Itnox Presbyterian Chuieh this year with a large attendance. Mas. John Houston presided. Scripture readings, were read by Mrs. Thomas Haggiti, Mrs. Earl McKnight and Mrs. ii. C. Wilson. Prayers were of- fered by Mrs. Edgar Lawson of the Presbyterian Church; Mrs. Chas'. Straughan and Mrs James Roberton of the United Church; Mrs, Alvin Leatherhead and Mrs, Wilmer Nichol- son of the Antglican, Church, and Mrs. R. J. Phillips and Mrs. Earl Raithby of the Baptist Church. Miss Bonothy Boyle of Toronto gave a splendid ad- dress on "Prayer". A quartette cont - posed of Mrs. John McKnight, Mrs. Earl Raithby, Mrs. Chas Howson and Mrs, Wm. Haggitt sang a number. TIT CKERSMITH" Mrs. John Turner and M e, Roy Pepper spent the weekend with their sister, Mrs. Douglas, in Clinton. Mr. Thos, Livingstone Visited his• PAGE 5 CUT FLOWERS FLORAL DESIGNS For Every Occasion , FLORIST Phones: 66w and 861 Poultry & Eggs Our prices are always in line with top market prices. When you have poultry to offer :call us by telephone. Our egg-candlers will give you the best service in grading your eggs. N. W. TREWARTHA Store Phone 214 House Phone 328 BIRTHS WILSON Ili Clinton Hospital, on Friday, February 9th, to Mr, and Mrs. Charles Wilson, Goderieh township, a son. DIPPELL—In Bowmanville, on Wed - Mrs. L. W. Dippell,the gift of a • Mrs. L. W. Dipple, the gift of a song --John Oliver. DEATHS • HEARN In Clinton on Monday, Feb. ruary 12th, Dr. Percival Hearn, in his 48th year. BEDOUR — In Detroit, on January 27th, Elizabeth Loretta McCourt, wife of William Bedour, formerly of Clinton. • GIBBINGS — At her late residence, Toronto, on Monday, February 12th, Sarah Helen, beloved wife of Rob- ert J. Gibbings in her 70th year. LONDESBORO The World's Day of Prayer was ob- served in the United Church on Fri- day, Feb. 9th. The meeting was held in conjunction with the regular meet- ing, with Group No. 4 taking a part. The President, Mrs. J, P, Manning, presided throughout the meeting. A. number of prayers were offered and several hymns sung. Mrs. E. Wood read the minutes and correspondence. A kind letter was read from a lady in the West who had received articles from the bale which was sent before Christmas, thanking our Society for such a fine lot of quilts and other articles which were greatfully receiv- ed. The word for -next roll call is to be "courage". Mrs, F. Tamblyn spoke on Christian Stewardship and present- ed the leaflet "The Master's Call to Service", which was read roeponsively. Mrs, Win. Hesk gave the Devotional Address. Mrs. Menzies sang a beauti- ful solo. A hymn was sung and the meeting closed with prayer. Mrs. Herb' Oakes of Goderieh town,I ship has been spending the past two weeks at the home of her sister, Mrs. F. Shobbrook. Mrs. J. Taylor who has been with Clinton friends since before Christmas spent a few days with Londesboro friends before going to Blyth. She will be with Mrs, S. Crayton for the remainder of the winter. Mr. Win. Wells who lost his garage in the destructive fire last November, has bought property in Clinton and will locate there as soon as he can get things in order, We are sorry to loose him from the village. A. very pleasant afternoon was spent at the entertainment in Com- munity Hall on Saturday last which was sponsored by the Women's In- stitute. The •entertaimnent commenc- ed at 3.30 o'clock with, Mrs. R. Fair - service presiding. "0 Canada" and "When We All Get Together" were sung, which opened the proceedings. Miss Phyllis Manning and Margaret Tamblyn contributed a piano duet; Plano solo by Marie Menzies; a vocal , duet, "0 Johnny by Betty Brunsdon. and Doreen Armstrong; Donald Mc- Neal sang and accompanied himself on guitar which was encored; duet, Douglas and Velma I:Iesk; recitation, Mrs. R. Faiservice; solo, "South of the Border" by Alex Menzies; in- strumental, Thelma Shobbrook; in- strumenrtal, Beecher Menzies; reading, Mrs. E. Wood; instrumental, Miss! Helen McGregor; guitar music, Mrs. Menzies and Mrs. G. McVittie whieh was encored; tap dancing, Betty• Bru.nedon. Then Mrs. Fairservice con- ducted a Quiz Program for the child- ren, Doreen: Armstrong and Betty Brunsdon tieing captains with Doreen Armstrong's side making the' most points and receiving a prize.This concluded the program: God Save the King was sung, and all repaired to the dining room where the tables, were: decorated in Valentine style. A11 enjoyed the good things which were served by the ladies of the institute. About twenty dollars was received firom the tea. The following articles were :shipped to' Red Cross, Toronto, from the Red nephews, Howard and Edwin Johns Cross Society here last week: 41 pair last week. 1eocke; 3 dozen sets pyjamas; 15 pair Mr. and Mrs. Percy Cole visited on 'covers; 5 sweaters; 6 hot water Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. M. Arm- covers; 7 ice bag covers; 2 scarfs; strong. and ' to the, Famish people, 2 quilts, Mr. and Mrs, Frank Crich spent children's clothing, 1 panties, dress, Sunday with • Mrs. Douglas; at,Clittton. 4 sets pyjamas, 3 waists, 2 slips, 1 baby kimona, A previous shipment of socks and pyjamas was made in December and sent with the Clinton Red Cross .shipment. Any knitters who are finding any difficulty in knitting socks etc, would they please communicate with Mrs, Stanley Lyon who will be glad to as- sist anyone. The officers of the Red Cross are sponsoring a dance in Community Hall on Friday night, Feb. 16. Good music will be provided for both old and new dances. Come and help the good work along. Ladies please• bring lunch. VA.Tt A Barn Burned A fire of unknown origin was dis- covered on Sunday morning in the barn owned- by . Mr. Jno, Hat Lnan. Some of the neighbours noticed the fire betwen four and five o'clock and by telephone roused the community. However, the fire had gained such a headway before it was discovered, that nothing was saved. Mr. Hartman: had been to the bent with the vet about midnight tending a sick pig, The sympathy of the community is extended to Mr, and Mrs, Hartman in their loss as the contents were only partly covered by insurance. .A. very pleasant hour was spent in the town hall Friday evening when Rev. Mr. Peters put on lantern. slides aid of the Red Cross. Most of the slides were sunset pictures taken by Mr. Peters and were very beautiful and well worth seeing. Mr. Peters also gave a short talk on "Having a Hobby." STANLEY Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Hobson and family, of Si. Thomas, also- Mrs. F. Hobson and Mr. R. A. Penhale at- tended the 25th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Feb. 10th of Mr, and Mrs. Thomas Snowden on the Blue Water Highway. Miss Anna Scotehtner is visiting, her sister, Mrs. James Black `tear' Seaforth.. Silver Wedding Anniversary An event of much interest was the silver wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Thos, M. Snowden, which was celebrated on February 10th. About fifty-five relatives and friends of the couple sat down to dinner in the dining -room, which was prettily dec- orated in pink and white with touches 01 silver. Mr. and Mrs. Gladwin Westlake assisted in •serving the din- ner, A three-tier wedding cake centred the bride's table. This cake was, made and decorated by Miss Rose Snowden, sister of the groom, who also played the wedding march twenty years agar Mrs. G. H. Coleman .(Mins Alice Wat- son) and Mr. Robert Penhale were the attendants and were also present to celebrate with them on this oc- casion. After dinner, Mr. It. A, P'en- hale, St. Thomas, acted as teats - master and many fine speeches were enjoyed including those of the bride and groom. They were the recipients of many fine gifts of •siiver, Friends were present from St. Thomas, Sea - forth, Bayfield, Varna, E'gniondville, Brucefield, Goderieh and Zurich,. Mr. John Penhale has returned af- ter spending two months with his sis- ter, Mrs. Frank Hobson, St., Thomas., Mrs. Frank Hobson spent Friday and Saturday at the home of ;Mr, and Mrs. Thos. Snowden. ROXY THEATRE CLINTON NOW'PLAAYING :,Samos Cagey & Priscilla' Lane in, "THE ROARING TWENTIES" Man. ''Tues, & Wed. "MR:SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON" The human pulsing story of a boy with ideals, whose patriotic fervor refused to be downed by a political machine.; Jean ARTHUR= -James STEWART Claude RAINS ---Edward ARNOLD • THURS., FRJ., SAT. "BOUT ! WARD' 110!" A thrilling, western yarn, concern- ing two ex-Contscierate soldiers and a ranch owner. ROY. 'ROGERS—MARY BART and GEORGE HAYES Coining: "PRIS,ON WITHOUT BARS" Mat.: Sat. and Holidays at 3 p.m. 1111,9 CAPITAL •THEATRE REGENT THEATRE GODERICH SEAFORTH NOW: HENRY FONDA in NOW: CAROLE LOMI3ARD— "LET 175 LIVE" "IN NAME ONLY" MON., '.CUES., .'WED, GINGER. ROGERS Walter Connolly & jamas Ellison A • delig'htful satire bristling with laughs anti: bright situations. 'FIFTH AVENUE GIRL' Thurs., Ft•i. & Sat ANN SIHERIDAN Robert "Armstrong -Richard Carlson This captivating nomanttic comedy features' a novel and refresh. ing background. "WINTER CARNIVAL" Mat.: Wed. Sat. & Holidays 3 p.m. t CI SS S NUT & DATE CAKE SUNSHINE DiO—NUTS CHOCOLATE CAKE CREAM PUFFS CREAM ROLLS MACAROONS OYSTERS BARTLIFF'S Phone 1. Clinton. ANNOUNCING THE CASA ROYAL DANCE BAND At Kipper Friday, February 16th A new band in this community bat really good. Everybody Conte. GENTS 50c; LADIES 35c Fresh Home -Grown RHUBARB Wholesale and Retail Strictly FRESH EGGS DELIVERED. PHONE 213 E. L. MITTELL St. Patrick's Tea The W. A. of Wesley -Willis Church will hold their annual St. Patrick's Tea on February 17th. 74-1 AUCTION SALE WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21st to be held en Lot. 19, Con. 1, Stanley Township. 1 mile north of Brucefield on. No. 4 IIighway, ccnsisting of: HORSES — Clyde marc, 8 yr. old; gelding, rising 4 yrs.; team of fillies rising 3 yrs., broken; gelding, rising 3, well broken. CATTLE—Holstein heifer, calved 6 weeks; Jersey cow, fresh 3 weeks; 2 fresh young cows, Guernsey, due time of sale; Durham cow, bred 2 weeks; Holstein eow, due in March; Durham cow, due in April; 3 heifers, due itt spring; 5 good heifer calves; grass cow; some yearling• cattle; Shorthorn bull, 10 months old. PIGS -55 pigs composed of chunks, and pigs ready to wean; sow, bred 3 weeks; sow, bred 2 weeks; 2 sows, not bred; 3 young turkeys and 1 gobbler. A quantity of mixed grain. Set of harness. Some choles. dressed pork, TERMS—CASH No reserve, proprietor has sold fan Auctioneer, GEO, H. ELLIOTT, a sisted by HAROLD JACKSON. SCOTT DAVIDSON', Prop. Mrs. R. II. Elliott Passes Death has removed another of the older residents of the Holmesville district in the passing of Mrs, R. H. Elliott, Iiuroti Road, Goderieh town -I ship who passed away quietly at ten o'clock on Tuesday night. Mrs. Elliott bad not enjoyed good health for some time owing to her advanced age, she having quietly celebrated her 90th birthday cm February 3rd. A daughter of the late George Han•- Iey and Mary Beacom Hanley, she was harried in: Seaforth in 1893 by Rev. Mr. Hodgins to Robert Elliott and they farmed in Godeiich township en the seventh concession until her husband's death in 1901. Since that time she has made her home with a niece, 'Mrs. Edith Riolt, on the out- skirts of the town of Goderieh. Mrs. Elliott was a devout Anglican in re- ligion' and was always. willing to do her part in any public service while health permitted. Mrs. Elliott is. survived by one brother, Charles, of Vancouver, B.C.; one sister, Sarah, Edmonton, Alta.; and a 'number of nieces and nephews. Surviving relatives in this district are. a sister-in-law-, Mrs. G. B. Hanley .et town, Fred Hanley, George Hanley, .town, and Mervyn Hanley of Stanley township, are nephews of deceased. The funeral service will .be held at the,residenec of hex niece, Mrs. Rich, Huron Road, on, Friday afternoon at 2 'o'cl:oek. Interment in the Bayfield Cemetery. MON., TUES., WED. SponCat• TRACY --Cedric Hardwicke Nancy Kelly & Richard Greene A great adventure picture produced with all the skill of Darryl Zanciek "STANLEY and LIVINGS TONE" WEND F'S —SPECIALS— LUNCH-CANDY-BAKING NEW WHITE CAKE 2 sizes 15c & 25c BRIDGE PARTY RBRIOLLS & CANDY HOT CROSS BUNS "Spiced • Right" OYSTERS Wendorfs LUNCH CANDY—BAKING Custom" Sawing We will be doing Custom Sawing in Clinton and Bayfield as usual during the coining spring. McEwen Bros. Phone 624-4 ' Clinton Central '74-2 Tenders Wal,;ted APPLICATIONS will be received by the undersigned until Feb. 20th for the position of Lineman for the God- erich Township Municipal Telephone System. Duties to commence March 1st. Lowest or any tender not neces- sarily accepted. ` CHAS. E. WISE, Sec.-Treas. R. R. 3, Clinton. 74-2 Custom Sawing LONDESBORO The sawmill, formerly operated by John Hutton, will be thoroughly ovet- hauled and fitted tip to do first-class :work this spring, CUSTOM SAWING WILL COM- MENCE ABOUT MARCH 15th, Special attentian given to barn - building requirements. A. H. EADIE, Proprietor. House For Sale Six -room cottage on Victoria street, four-fifths acre of land, electric lights, Anxious to sell as owner not resident here so sell reasonable for cash. Ap- ply to Mrs. Arthur Baker % H. Pickett, town. 74-2 RADIOLSPEC ALS ROGERS Electric cabinet style. Special Price to clear this second - hand machine from stock A' real bargain. PHILCO 1940 Model. At- tractive price to clear. TUBES TESTED the Machine Way for Accuracy. Agent fol:'; Phonola, Rogers, Philco & DeForest Radios. Apex Washers and Norge Refrigerators. WATCH FOR SPECIAL NORGE ANNOUNCEMENT. A. W. Groves es Princess St. Clinton THURS., FRI., SAT. Produced and Shown as a RED CROSS BENEFIT "THE ROYAL VISIT" ',I`he complete afficiall government version. Coming: James Cagney "THE ROARING TWENTIES" Mat.: Sat. and Holidays at 3 p.m. BURGESS' STUDIO CLINTON Photographs of Distinction, by IRENE BURGESS Phone 115. Developing and Printing (Open Every Day) LET US DO YOUR REPAIRING NOW FOR EASTER. We Can Give You Better Service, Our Prices Reasonable. 'ALBERT PALMER Isaac St., Clinton. STt RATFORD-GODERICH COACH LINES FALL AND WINTER TIME TABLE Leave Clinton for Stratford— Daily 8.25 A.M. tSs 8.10 P.M. Leave Clinton for Goderieh....:: Daily except Suns. & Holidays, 1.45 P.M. & 8.30 P.M. Sundays & Holidays, 1.45 P.M. & 10.40 P.M. • Connection at Stratford for Toronto, Hamilton, Buffalo, London, Detroit, Tavistock and Woodstock. BARTLIFF'S, Local Agents, Phone 1 Community Auction Sale at Dick Hotel Stables Seaforth EVERY FRIDAY AFTERNOON The usual run of pigs, cattle, fur- niture, produce and miscellaneous articles. Bring anything you have to sell Rates are reasonable. HOMER AUNT, Manager. Phone Seaforth 228r12 GEO. H. ELLIOTT, Auctioneer. 65 ti Agents Wanted. To sell Scottish Fertilizer, See Government "Reports of analyses", Write Stan Campbell, R. R. 2, Palmerston. 75.1 For Sale 50 weanling pigs, six weeks old. John Watson, 6 miles west of Clinton on No. 8 highway. Phone Goderieh 9331.33. 75.2 Men Wanted ARE YOU THE MA8I ? You can have a solid business established with- in three months. If you are tired of working to earn profits for someone else OWN YOUR BUSINESS and en- joy amazing profits every hour sell- ing 200 guaranteed necessities used in every home. NO OBLIGATION. Get details and catalogue FREE'. FAMILE7f PRODUCTS, 670 St. Clement, Montreal 72-1. Wood Tenders Tenders will be received until Feb- ruary 17th' for 10 cords 12 inch body wood (half maple, half beech) to be delivered by April 1st at S.S.S. No, 2, Hallett. Thos. Flynn, See.-Treas,,. R. R. 1 Clinton, 74-2 For Sale Two farms, consisting 0f 80 acres each. Good land, good location. Ap- ply Huron Murch, Cinton. 74-2 KIDNEYS ARE CLEANSED and In- vigorated by using Rumacaps. At regular intervals, use Rumacaps for your health's sake. Hovey's Drug Store. MONUMENTS! Ta those contemplating build- ing a Monument Get my prices before buying. Cemetery Lettering a specialty. All work guaranteed. JOHN GRANT CLINTON MARBLE & GRANITE WORKS Clinton — Ontario Successor to Ball & Zapfe 59 Wanted to Buy Old horses and dead cattle, Must be suitable for mink feed, removed promptly. Fred Gilbert, Phone 608r22 Clinton central. 34-tf House for Sale 4. most desirable 7 -roomed house• in good locality. A few minutes wain from the Collegiate. Electric light and water, large lot with some fruit trees. Apply New -Record Office. Cleaning and Pressing Suits, Coat and Dresses DRY CLEANING AND REP.AIRINII W. J. SAGO, TAILO If not open work may be lest a Hsieh Berber Shea.