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The Clinton News Record, 1939-11-09, Page 1The News -Record Est, 1878 With Which is Incorporated The Clinton New Era NO. 5961. -.60th YEAR NOW IS THE TIME TO MAKE YOUR, SELECTION OF GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS By making a small deposit we will -hold what you decide en, till you need it. SEE OUR NEW STOCK mostly all bought at the old prices. NO ADVANCE: on former prices. ,OUR SPECIAL IN SILVERWARE FLATWARE 60, piece set in beautiful case. Sectional plate for only 524.95. 11 W. H. HELLYAR Jeweler and Optometrist Residence Phone 174j Misses' Dresses. For Winter Wear Swing Taffetas in sizes 14 to 20, Shades Black, Blue, Emerald, Wine and Red. They'll Go Quickly at Only $3.95 Please Note: Saturday, November lith REMEMBRANCE DAY This Store will close at 9.30 in order that we may attend the Memorial Service, opening again at 11.30 a.m. II IRWIN'S FOR QUALITY MERCHANDISE 11 Read This 1 Diamonds are going to advance in price. We are sure of this. How much? We do not know, but with conditions such as they are we can only guess that it will be considerable. For this reason we have procured some lovely new BLUEBIRD DIAMOND RINGS. If you are int,ending to purchase a Diamond this Christmas or in the near future we cannot advise you too strongly to see these beautiful new creations in our window and in our store this week. Simply make your choice and your own terms and we will see that you have one of these rings that are unsurpassed for qual. ity, beauty Putting and value, ,money in a diamond is like putting it in the bank. There is no better investment. But see soon. We will do as well for you as anybody in Canada. Prices are the same from coast to coast. Remember WATCH REPAIR is a job for experts. Our work assures your satisfaction. NORMAN'S "Counter's for Finer Jewellery for over Half a Century in Huron County" The New Era Est. 1867 CLINTON ONTARIO, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1939 VETERANS ATTEND CHURCH S. A. MAJOR DELIVERS FINE ADDRESS Major Charles Godden of London Was the special speaker on the oc- easion .of the, annual church parade for the Legion members, held in the Salvation Arnny Hall ion Sunday morning. There was, a splendid turn;. out of veterans of the last Great War who, with their friends, turn out for this annual event. The Major's address was in keeping with the occasion and he recalled that it has this year added significance In view of the fact that the nation is again fighting against forces with a distorted viewpoint. Only by follow- ing the teachings of the meek and lowly Jesus and by striving to attain the ideals which he laid down, can permanent peace be attained. His ad- dress was a tribute to those who gave their lives, that right might prevail and an incentive to those .who were spared to strive unceasingly for the preservation of the principle which the Great Leader of all Christian na- tions had laid down for their guidance. Prior Pr r to the e service the Legion members met at the hall .where they formed into, ranks, wearing berets and medals. This year they were headed by the Mitch Pipe Band, nat- tily attired in . their regulation uni- ferms with the exception of kilts. To the skirl of the pipes and the rolling of drums, the veterans stepped out smartly, heeding the commands so familiar to army men. Again at the close of the service ranks were form- ed and the same order of procession resumed as they marched back to the hall for dismissal. AMONG THE CHURCHES MEN'S BIBLE CLASS The first meeting of the Men's Bible Class will be held in St. Paul's Sunday School on Sunday at 4 o'clock. A good attendance is re- quested and election of officers and other important business will take place. Baptist Church On Sunday evening the pastor will preach the fourth message in the series, "Learning from the Past," and will take for his subject, "A Separat- ed People." Ontario Street United Church The regular meeting of the W.M.S. will be held in the Lecture room of the church on Tuesday the fourteenth when the second chapter of the Study Book will be givlen. Presbyterian Church The November meeting of the W. M. S. will be held Thursday after noony November 16th at the home of Mks. Gi Roberton. As !this is Glad Tidings meeting all members are asked to bring a copy of Tidings to the meeting. . Wesley -Willis Church The W.M.S. held their Thankoffer- ing meeting on Friday, November 3, in the Asembly Room of the church Miss Ricker witha good attendance. of North China was guest speaker and gave an interesting talk on her work there. At the close of the meeting a social hour was enjoyed. The "Covenant" Adult Bible Class, will hold a social evening on Thurs- day the -0th at 8 p.m. at the home of Mr. and Mrs: W. J. Tough, Rat- tenbury street, to: which the honorary members, and the Home Class are' cordially iawited. At the morning service Rev. Lane's topic will be "God's Ideal and Man's Reality". This will be a Rememb- rance Day service. The evening sub- ject is "The Kingdom of God:" St. PauPs Church On Sunday morning at 11 o'clock St. Paul's Church there' will be a special R'em:embrance Day Service. The Men's Choir will assist with the music. Eviening Prayer at 7 pm. The rector will preach at both sex, vices. The Church Boys League meets Monday evening at 7 p.m., The A. P. A. at 8 p.m. Tuesday at 3 pan. the meting of the Women's a.nul- iary in Owen Memorial. Hall. Wed- nesday at 4.15 the meeting of the Junior W. A. Mrs. H. Bartliff' presided at the November '.meeting of the Ladies Guild, final arrangements being conn plated for the annual bazaar, after- noon tea and six o'clock supper to be held this month. Refreshments were served by.Miss Doan,, Mrs. H. Thomp- son, Miss B. Thonnpson, Mrs. Fred Johnston and Mrs. Tasker. THE. HOME PAPER WITHDRAWS FROM REMEMBRANCE DAY MUNICIPAL LIFE ,SERVICE At the meeting of Council on Mon SATURDAY AT 10 A.M. day evening Mayor George H. Elliott said, "I will mot be in the contest The annual Remembrance Day for the ensuing oune year. I appreciate Observanee will be held in the Town what this commit has done and have Hall on. Saturday morning at 10 a.m. enjoyed the work this year and in Rev,, Andrew Lane will be chairman the past, but feel the honour should be passed on. I have had twelve for the service and ministers £ram years active service ,and will not be the various, town churches will assist. in the field for another year.„: The special speaker for the occasion In accepting his ,statement with will be Rev. K. McGoon, of London, regret the following motion was pas- former rector of St. Paul's. sed unanimously by a standing vote- Moved by K G. Waters, seconded by M. J. Agnew "That this 1939 Council hereby extend to His Worship Mayor a • warmest' thanks forhis Elliott our tan s untiring effort in the work of .this municipality." RED CROSS NOTES The last meeting was held on Mon- day afternoon in tit Legion Hall, ow- ing to the feet that the Council Chamber was in use that afternoon. About sixty were present. There are her family grouped around her at a two 'hundred names on the members birthday dinner arranged in honour of list now. There are also large num- hers the event, Mrs. E. Herman'marked bets of workers, who, although not her 90th birthday at the hone of her members, are offering their services daughter, Mrs. Theo. Fremlin. as knitters and sewers. Those present at the dinner were Ars. Zapfe, convenor of the buying Rev. and Mrs. Frank Herman n and daughter, Edith of Markham; Mr. and committee, that to date one As in. former years the bell will toll at 10.59 men. and again at l: oeloek. At the last toll of. the bell the bugle will sound the Last Past. The audience will stand and observe the two minutes silence. At 11,02 the bugles will sound the Reveille. The praise service will be led by the band. Veterans will attend in a body, NINETIETH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION On Monday, November 7th with COUNCIL ASKS BUSINESS' PLACES TO CLOSE' FROM 9.30 TO 11.30 PRESENT COUNCIL STATE. STAND FOR ELECTIONS NOMINATIONS' NOVEMBER .24 Starting promptly on time Monday night, council members had a very busy session, a large part of the time being devoted to ex- pressing their regret when Mayor Elliott stated his intention, of retiring from the municipal field. It was decided that as in former years a Vet -Craft wreath would be purchased for use in `connection with the Remembrance Day Service and that business people be asked to close, between the hours of 9.30 and 11.30 on November 11th.. A bonus of $100 was voted to Mr. Murray McEwan for his splendid. services as cemetery caretaker.- A new hydro deal was suggested. for the consideration of tho 1940 council. The relief issue was also under discussion. Following the reading of the min-' approached me asking that I run for utes of theprevious meetingand reeve. At the nomination I was s t , e special meetings, communications eeted for both mayor and reeve and were read. H. Barton, Dept, of Agri -i did not quality fon reeve until culture re Rabies. A bylaw prohibit- � quite late. Next year is an im- portant year for Clinton and for the County Council but unless legis- lation makes the term longer, that. is the last year I will stand for reeve.. My reasons for wishing another year will be made known nomination night.. W. G. Cools --"I have sat under 3. different mayors and I must say you have been mighty fair. You didn't like to hurt our feelings, but when you did it did us good. If it.should be the wish of the ratepayers I will be candidate for mayor." K. G. Waters, -"I am willing to. take any office, no matter in what capacity. I shall try to institute more of a pay-as-you-go policy. It is time we got down to brass tacks." M. J. Agnew -"I will be up for re-election if it is the wish of the people. I would enjoy a second term. My reasons will be given at nomina- tion" F. Livermore_..."I have been pressed belonging to Joseph and Charles to stand for the offices of rem and Al- lison , was read asking for township mayor. Speeches are no good, one rates since they owned ten acres and must be a politician. I am neither." lead paid taxes regularly for 69 years. ( J. T. McKnight -"T haus no inton- Mr. Parry also addressed council in tion of following the work further. I this regard. Councillor Livermore haven't the time, and probably not said he failed to see where parties the ability." Parry ap. referred to had ten -acre block. Mr. W. M. Aiken -"At present I do not 1eel like ing ve Councillor Cook said thegested he ! mat tter rev e fenjoyed the work and if Team not ion referred to assessor at the last meet- next year's council maybe at some ing and that he (the assessor) anad+,+future time I may conte back." Mr. Parry had come to an agreement.) The mayor expressed thanks for This Mr. Parry denied. The letter the many bouquets handed him by the was handed to the assessor for a re.' various speakers and said he would port on: motion of Lis arum a -Me- follow with interest their activities - Knight. Your Finance Committee beg to A proclamation from the Mayors recommend payment of the following Federation of Canada was read and accounts for October. Councillor Livermore moved that iti Street be published in the local newspaper. Pay sheet In this connection it was decided to J. B. Mustard, tile ask that business places be closed be -1 Street Lighting twcen the hours of 9.30 and 11.30. R.U.C., lighting streets Bylaw No. 12 setting time anal Property place for holding nominations and P.U.C., lighting hall elections was read three times and P.U.C., lighting restroom passed. Nominations will be held in P.U.C., lighting stock scales .. 1.0fl the Council Chamber November 24th, P.U.C., 1 Fountain head ...... 11.50• between the hours of 7.30 and 8.30. P.U.C., light bulbs 58 Elections December 4th. Clinton Lumber Ca, plank for Committee reports were then given,1 scales . 1.35 Waters, chairman of the Special Com- Mitch Bros., broom 9o, mittee reported that James Ballan- 3. B. Mustard, cedar kindling .. 600 tyne and R. J. Deachman had been Mrs. Tideswell, care of rest room, contacted and buildings offered for Sept. u • . .......... . . 2.00 the service 'of the Government. While. Oat. 2.00 no definite assurances had been re- .W.. J. Miller, coal 2.88 andPostage Stationery ceived, the offers had been gratefully! S Yg acknowledged. Resurfacing of King Municipal World, nomination 6.32 3.00 ing dogs runnings at large will be prepared and will be enforced while the present epidemic lasts. The local M.0.11. has the power to z'escind regulations when he considers danger is passed. Secretary of the local Branch of Canadian Legion requested that coun- cil purchase Vet -Craft wreath as'in former years and supply programmes for Remembrance Day Service. Mo- tion Cook -That this tion b CouncillorTh Y council donate $11.00 to pay for Vet - hundred and seventy-four and .three- Mrs. Shedden, Woodstock; Mrs, Pat- Craft Wreath and supply program - quarter pounds of wool have been Terson, Woodstock; Mr. and Mrs. mes-Carried. purchased at a total cost of $237.62.1Thomas Herman, Mr. and Mrs. Caryl _ Mn John Ashton again presented a Practically all this wool has been ills -f Draper, Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Fremlin, billfor$4.95 covering damage to ear trkbuted to knitters in Clinton and Mrs. Roger Pepper, of town; Mr. and when going off highway to Mill St. district. Mrs. George Tomlin, Harriston, and The scene of accident bad been view - It was decided at the meting to view - Mrs. Frank Dempsey, London. ed by some of the councillors and an begin sewing. Plans for sewing are Four grandchildren waited on table, their opinion Mr. Ashton had a fair not yet available but the work will they were Mrs. McDonald, Miss Ellen claim. The account was ordered paid. begin as soon as possible. Fremlin, Mr. Harold Fremlin and Mr. A. E. Parry's lengthy communiea- An early shipment of socks con: Jack Tomlin, The table was attrac- tion regarding taxation of properties tained eleven pairs, it is expected tively decorated, rosebuds being used that sixty more pairs will be shippeit for floral decoration and ahrysanihe- this week. nuns and other autumn: flowers were The next meeting will be on Mon- effectively used to decorate the dining clay afternoon, Nov. 20, et 2.30 in room. The toast to the guest of holi- day Council Chamber. our was ably proposed by Mr. Theo. Fremlin and Mrs. Herman graciously Russel T. Kelly will. Address replied. Club Members A handsome birthday cake with 90 candles to mark the milestones in a On Wednesday, November 16th the long and useful life centred the dining first social function ` to be held by roam table'and was cut by Mrs. Her - the newly formed Huron County man who entered heartily into the fun Holstein Breeder's Club, will be in and enjoyment of the ocdtsion. the form of a noon -day luncheon at Mrs. Herman is of English birth the McKenzie Hotel. and came to Canada scene sixty years The luncheon will be a full course ago, landing at New York. Her bus - meal featuring roast turkey. The band died in 1910. For the past few guest speaker will be Mr. Russell T. years Mrs. Herman has resided with Kelly, Hamilton, well known as an her daughter, Mrs. Theo'. Fremlin. interesting speaker at agricultural She enjoy good health and takes functions. A musical programme has an interest in everyday affairs, err also been arranged. This will include joys .a good game of cards and is musical numbers by Huron County's very fond of reading. During her Harry Lauder in the person of Mr. residence in Clinton she has bean se - Harvey McGee, Auburn. tively interested in the work of St. Ladies are to be special guests at Paul's Church, but of late has not this function. The committee in been able to participate as heartily charge request that where possible as she would like to. they be notified so that catering ar- rangements may be made A line to Attend Funeral the Agricultural Office before the Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hawkins and 15th is all that is necessary. Mrs. Hugh Miller were in Toronto last Thursday attending the funeral Public School Board Meet of the latter's brother, Mr. Lewis The regular meeting of the Clinton Suitter who succumbed to a heart at - Public School Board was held last tacit at his hone there. Thursday evening with the following Born at Millbank, Perth County, r ago, Mr.Suitter seventy-seven years Mc lino n members present: Mrs. K n, I my Y g , became associated with flour stilling when a young anan. For. about a year and a half he owned the elevator here at the tracks on No. 4 highway, now occupied by Canada Packers. He Obtain Positions Miss Pearl Harpole of Hensall, with the creamery, Zurich, Ont.; Miss Rita O. Alloway of Kipper, with the St. John's Ambulance Corps, Toronto; Miss Pauline Maxwell of Bayfield, with . The Dominion Woollens and Worsteds Ltd., Hespeler; Miss Clete Ellis of Clinton, with the Fish Coal CO., Toronto; Miss Olive Johnsom� of Varna, with' Canada Packers, Exeter Plant. Messrs. Cudnnore, Lobb, Hall, Nediger and Jenkins. The minutes of the pre 1ious meet- ing were read and adopted and the following accounts presented: W. D. Fair •Company $14.40; A. T. Cooper iWas active in the affairs of the town $3.00; Legion $5,00; Public Utilities during his residence here and a vale Comrmtission; $7.66. Cook -Jenkins -Moved that the ac- counts be paid. -carried. Mrs. ,McKinnon -Hall - That the Property Committee be authorized to make necessary repairs to the door of the Music Room -carried. The .Principal's report was then read and on motion of Lobb-Nediger was adopted. Mrs. McKinnon -Jenkins moved that the meeting adjourn. District Deputy Visits Clinton ed member of the Presbyterian Church choir. lie had been engaged in the milling industry at Glencoe and Woodstock and retired to live in Toronto 20 years ago, Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. H. Rayner of St. Catharines, and Ruby Seidel. of Toronto; also his sister, Mrs. Hugh Miller of town, Officers Installed There was a good attendance or members and visitors at the regular meeting of Lodge No. 83, I.OaO.F held in their rooms on Tuesday even- ing, ,when the officers for the year were installed as follows: N.G.,` G. 11. Jefferson; I.P.G., Geo Beattie; V.G., George Rumball; Itec.- Sec., H. W. Gould; F.S., E. L. Mit- tell; Treas., J. In Heard; Warden, d L. Browin Con, Gordon Cudmore; Chaplain, A. E.`"Runmball; R.S.N.G., W. M. Nediger; L.SN.G., J. A, Sut- ter; R.S.V.Gr.; W. Mutch; L.S.V.G. Barret Taylor; R.S.S, C. W. Draper; L.S.S., Jas. Livermore; LG., N. Ken- nedy; 0.0., J. E. Cook. The officers were' installed by the installing suite of District Na 8 com- posed of D.D.G.M., Hugh Berry Brucefield; D.D.G. Marshall, Ross Sett, Brucefield; D,D.G. Warden Thos. Baird, Brucefield; D.D.G.F.S. George Swan, Brucefield; D.D. Re- cordingPat District Dep- uty, Secretary, s p uty, James Bowey, Exeter; District Deputy G.T., John Cornish, Bruce - field; Chaplains A. Johnston, Bruce- fielh Following the work in the lodge the District Deputy and others ad - 1 dressed the gathering S. T. Loveys, Tevistoclt, district dep- uty grand master of South Huron Masonic district, paid his official Visit of inspection to Clinton. Lodge last Friday evening. Visitors attended from Lucian, Ailsa Craig, Hensall, Goderich, Seaforth, Carlow, Lond'es- boro and Tavistock. In honor of the visit, Worshipful Master H. C. Law- son and officers conferred a degree on a candidate. Other past and rul- ing D,D.G.M.'s present' were H. M. Corbett, Lunen; Fred McLeod, Ailsa Craig; James Neilans,-Londesboro; J. W. Shaw, G. H. Jefferson and H. E. Rorke, Clinton. Hockey Player Injured Al. Campbell, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Campbell of town, and a graduate of the Clinton Colts hockey school, and of late years a snappy left winger for the Lake Shore, Kirk- land Lake hockey team, had the /Mis- fortune to have a leg broken during an exhibition game an Tuesday night. Al, was always an aggressive player and•it was while he was sailing in on the Atlantic City Seagull defence that the accident happened. The in- jury means that his team will be minus his services for the next two Months. $105.05 15.71. 222.551 9.92' 1.00 street sidewalk has been held over! forms on, recommendation of the engineer Postage Who said it was too late in the season! Cemetery to proceed with this work. A good M. Me12wan, salary 50.00 drain has been put in at the stock Dry Earth Closet scales and there is now no danger of a freeze-up. Councillor Livermore said it was up to council to give Douglas Bros. e.vlery encouragement posible in their venture and they were granted a building permit. A delicate .,situation was reported by Relief Chairman Aiken: Some who have been employed on farms during the slimmer months are moving to A. Fulford, salary ....... Salaries A. E. Fremlin, salary 65.00 D. Elliott, salary 50.00 R. E. Manning, salary 58.33 Insurance London & Lancashire Ins. on hall Relief W. M. Aiken, relief for October 13.94 town although •not able to pay their Oity of Stratford, J. Brennan -. 6.73 way. He wanted to know where the 'Queen Alexandra San. Pneumothorax 12.00 General Municipal Expense Telephone Co., account ....,.. 7.12 G. H. Elliott, selecting juroxs . 3.00 R. E. Manning, selecting jurors . 3.00 N. W. Miller, selecting jurors . 3.00 R. E. Manning, express on milk samples .40 hydro debenture payments would be Miss Walkinshaw, typing 4.00 finished and was told that these would T. E. Livingston, trimming. 1.50 be" completed next year. in view of trees, etc n a W. 3. Nediger, :.taxi to Goderich 2.50 as L. Hurter, ploughing south park 6.50 RECEIPTS Building permit ....... 1.00 Market scales 8.30 Stock scales 19.05 Cemetery, work . •; 25.50 perpetuity 35:00 Calcium chloride . , ., , . 7.50 Prov. Ontario, Relief 11.87 . 60.00 21.82 town stood in the matter of relief. Gouneillar Livermore and Cook said the town was not liable unless they had been employed here for a twelve- month period, Councillor Aiken. was advised to take the issue. up with the Relief Inspector. Reeve Trewartha then asked when the fact that Goderioh are seeking new deal he urged' that this should, also be the •aim of the 1940 council. HOW THEY STAND FOR 1940 As intimated elsewhere in this issue Mayor. Elliott will not be a candidate this year, having decided to withdraw from municipal affairs. His with- drawal was accepted with regret and every member paid tribute to his lead- ership, fairness as a presiding officer and the enjoyment they had exper- ienced in working under him. Space does not permit ue to print these trib- utes in detail. In brief we list below how the present -council stand for re- election. Reeve Trewartha. "Last year I ex- pected to be a candidate for council. In between that time and nomination a leak from the valuator's office led us to believe that Clinton bed not bad a fair deal. A number of ratepayers LITTLE LOCALS The L.O.B.A. will meet en Tuesday evening, November 14th for the elec- tion and installation of officers. All members are requested to attend. On Tuesday Mr, and Mrs. Thomas Leppington quietly celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary. It is In- teresting to mete - that at the time of their marriage sugar Was $23.50 per cwt.