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The Wingham Advance Times, 1930-04-10, Page 1s%,iwwramlF.pgr ywN,w+IWN! EASTER NOVELTY DANCE, IN THE WINGHAM ARMOURIES, TUESDAY, APRIL 22nd THEVAGABOND'S DANCE BAND, Under auspices of HURON REGIMENT BUGLE BAND. _........ _......:. • Single Copies, Five 'Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 10th, 1930 Subscriptions, $2.00 Per Year SPLENDID PLAY GIVEN BY Y. P. S. The Young people of Bluevale Unci•' tel Church gave -a very successful comedy "All of. a Sudden", in the Foresters' Hall on Friday, April .14th. Considering the condition of the rroads there was a good turn -out and the hall was filled: The play was ',wholesome, witty and humorous throughout and the players all ably fined their parts, r1VIr, W. J. Peacock, as Lord,Crack- ,enthorpe, was the bit of -the evening, :and Miss Beatrice Thornton 'capably acted the' haughty and severe Lady 'Crackenthorpe. Her jaunty and rak- -:fish 'brother, Major Archie Phipps,. was Mr. Sperling Johnston. Honor- able Jimmy Keppel, the hero of the play was Mr. Charles Joh ton, and his sister, Honourable Millicent Rep - pet, MissPearl Mashers, was 'the peace -maker in the family: Miss Mae .McLeod, as Peggy O'.M'ara the 'hero fine, in an impulsive and ingenuous -way, ignored all conventions and .. -was always getting into trouble. Her mo- rher, Mrs, O'Mara, Miss Ella Barn- ard, was kept busy straightening gnat- ters out. The parts of Jimmy Kepp-, el's friend, Mr. Menzies, and Mrs. Colqulioun, the gossip, were taken by Mr. Carl Johnston and Miss Elsie Thorton. Mr. Jim Johnston and IVIr. Norman Barnard acted as butters, "TONS OF MONEY" The Goderich Dramatic Club, spon- sored by "The Arthur Circle" of Knox Church, Goderich, are expected to. present this play in the Town Hall here, under the auspices of the 0. E. S. during the last week in April or first :week .. in .May. The play exceeds anything that has ever been put: on by this club. The production is very interesting, clean and :full of laughter " all the way through. Watch for the date. Returning From Florida Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Crawford and son Kenneth who have spent the win- -ter months at their home in St. Pet- ersburg, Florida, left this week to re= sawn to their home here. .Is Progressing Favorably Mr. Douglas Wetherell, who was .seriously injured by a truck last week is progressing favorably and. • hopes are held for his recovery. He :is now being. allowed nourishment. Lucknow Votes Down Bill A by-law which would have provid- ed the residents of Lucknow with fire 'protection and domestic water serv- ice, was defeated there on Monday. Voting do the issue resulted in the Eby -law being rejected by a majority of only 11 votes. The estimated cost •of the project was $65,000. .Have You -'Joined? Do not overlook the .sending in of your fee of $1.00 if you swish to be- -come a member of the Horticultural ,•Society, which entitles you to a prem- ium of 3 Hybrid Tea Roses or 20 Gladioli Bulbs. The latter at retail -prices in catalogues are valued at "$1.50, so do not delay if you Wish to .avoid. disappointment. Membership also gives you the privilege of pro- curing Shrubs, Perennials and ,seeds, etc.' at a small percentage above cost 'to cover carrying charges. • :BELGRAVE PEOPLE ENJOY DEBATE The April meeting of the Belgravc Farmers' Club was held in the For- esters' Hall and combined a business and social .program, • The president, Stewart Procter was in charge. At the conclusion of the business a program, consisting of a debate and musical numbers,' followed. The debate "Resolved that the far- 'titter's; wife should have a definite al- lowance." ce." The affirmative side of the discussion was led by Mrs. G. R. Coultes, while the negative was led 'by John McGill, .after which •'a num- ber continued to give their opinion in upholding one side or the other. When a vote was taken, the affirrna- live speakers were dcielared the win - seers. Mouth organ selections were given lay George Jordan and 'Carl Procter. A reading by ars. •0. G. Anderson 'vas well received, At the •conclusion of the. program 'Minch was served -a=ril a social time enjoyed THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WILL HOLD A *BANQUET DURING MONTH OF MAY A meeting of the Chamber of Com- merce was held on Tuesday evening in the Council Chamber with about thirty of the business men of the town in attendance. After a lengthy discussion it was decided to go ahead with the banquet to be held in the Armouries on a date to be decided as soon as arrange- ments. rrangements• are concluded for speakers. The date being suggested is Friday evening, May 16th. The Women's In- stitute have been interviewed and they will -‘furnish the luncheon at the ban- quet. Committees were appointed for'. each ward to make a drive for meet ... bership. Messrs. Campbell and Copeland were present and addressed the meet- ing, asking for : the co-operation of the Chamber of Commerce in putt- ing on a 'concert next week in aid of the Band to assist them in pur- chasing new uniforms. The feeling of the meeting was that all should assist in every way possible to this worthy organization: Invitationswillbe sent to all the Mayors, Reeves, and County officials in all the nearby municipalities to at- tend the banquet when. arrangements have been completed. With the enthusiasm shown at the meeting the proposed banquet or get- together meeting should be a decided success. PRESENTATION AT MEDAL CONTEST 0. E. S., TUESDAY WELL ATTENDED Al the regular rneeting of Huron Chapter No." 89 O. E. S. held on Tuesday evening of this week, one of the special features was a presenta- tion to ' Mrs. W. B, Thompson, who leaves shortly for her new home in Mount Forest, At the close of the meeting a social hour orS her behalf was enjoyed by a large attendance of members.. A quartette composed of Mrs. J. D. Rae, Mrs. Dan. Geddes, Mrs, A. J. Fox and Mrs. McMichael delighted the gathering, also piano solos by Mrs. Carter and Mrs. Gil- mour,- ilmour,- and vocal solo by Mrs. Win. Brown, Lunch was served. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mr. H. Reeves of Mount Forest, is the relieving teller at the Dominion Bank. Mr. Jack Spotton of Guelph, visited East week with his uncle, Mr. W. J. Greer, See the new Shirts at Isard's, in fine broadcloth, color fast,'$2.00 value for $1.59. • • Mrs. 'M. Fenn of Parkhill is `visit ing with her daughter, Mrs. W. E. Be rgman. Shoe Repairing neatly and prompt- ly done as cheap as any place in town. J. A. Haugh. Mrs. W. J. Greer attended the ex- ecutive meeting of the Presbyterial held in Clinton on Friday.. The play "The Dawning" will be given April 22nd.. Don't fail to see it. Watch next week's .paper. Mr. Frank Galbraith of Toronto, spent the week -end at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Galbraith. iyIi s: Jas: Cowan of Brampton has been visiting with her niece, Dr. Mar- garet C. Calder, during the past Week. iblr. Edward Forgie of Toronto spent the week -end at the hone of his..parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. For- gie. Mr. Norman L. Brandon of St. Marys, spent Friday with his mother, who has been confined to her bed .for some time. The Misses Grier are now sltosving the latest Paris and New York crea- tions in Millinery at their parlors in the :dell Block, Wingham, Mr. H. C. Gray and friend, Mr. I. Trast of Niagara Falls, Ont., spent the week -end at the borne of the for- mer's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gray. Mrs. Thomas Hendersons of White- church and Mr. Robert. Purdpn, of Walpole, Sask., visited at the home of Mt, and Mrs: David Finley, on Monday. Mrs, J. M. McKay was called to the home of her sister, Mrs. Ross Boos, of Chesley, last week, who is in a critical condition following an operation, Mrs, Lawrence Campbell and two children have returned to their ]tome in Detroit after spending, the winter months with her parents, Mr, and Mrs:.. T, :C McElroy: Miss Mary Coultes, of Toronto, Spent the week -end at the home :of her uncle, Thos. Deans, 'Mr, Deans recently underwent an operation and is at present in the Wingham. hospit- al. Mrs. Robt. Coleman children and ' of Listowel have returned to their hoarse after spending the past two weeks at the home of the 'former's. father, Mr, John Walters, Diagonal Road, Friday evening last the liigtist Church was filled with members and friends of the Loyal Temperance Le- gion to listen -to the Medal Contest put on by that organization. There were six contestants in singing and six in recitations. All did- well, and the medal was :awarded to. Muriel Williams for her recitation, and to. Russel Zurbrigg for singing. There were about fifty contestants in the essay contest, subject "Why I should choose a total abstainer rather than a moderate drinker to drive my car." The prise essays were read b the wri- ters and were unusually logical and well thought out. The ;prizes of $3.00, $2.00 and •$1.00 were awarded' to Misses June Buchanan, Evelyn Pat- terson, Marion Mitchell. The posters on "The Evils of Li- quor Drinking' showed originality of thotight as well as artistic ability. Carl McKay, Ronald Hutton and Mil- dred Field were the winners cif the prizes. Mr. Poslifi acted as chairman and prizes were presented by Rev. T. W.Smith,Rev. S. Davison and Miss K. Pringle. " "Only Sally Ann" A three -act drama, "Only Sally Anis" will be presented in S. S. No. -5, (Gilnrour's School) Turitberry, on Thursday, April 17th, at 8.15, Admis- sion 50c and 25c. United Church Ladies' Aid The Ladies Aid will hold its ,regular meeting Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock in the school room of the church. All ladies of the church are expected to be present. Expected Home This Week Mr. and Mrs: J. A. Brandon who have been spending the winter mon- ths in St. Petersburg, Florida, - left that place last week and. Will spend a few days visiting friends in Detroit and London before returning hunt to Belgrave. Mailing List Corrected The Advance -Tinges nailing list has been corrected up to April 8th, and the date on your address label should now show .the date up to which your subscription' is paid. In case of an error please' let us know so that the error may be corrected, and if yogi have not paid your subscription, now is a good time to pay so that the date on the label may be advanced for the next time our lists are corrected. • Hold Monthly Meeting The regular ntonthlytneeting of the W. M. S. was held Tuesday afternoon Mrs. Willis presiding; After the us - tial opening exercises, conducted by the . President, Mrs. F. W. ITowson and her group took charge of the Study hour. Those of the group who so ably conducted the study of the last two chapters of the book were Mrs. Tiffin, wilio told of the mission- ary work in Latin 'America; Miss h- ard, who told of the work' among the Jews; Mrs. Laidlaw gave a modern Parable and a resume of the first week of the great World Conference at Jerusalem; and then Mrs. Morton outlined the ending of the conferen- ce, telling of the renewing of the faith of the delegates after they had been well nigh discouraged, and ' of how wonderfully 'they were helped' just by again travelling the roads our Saviour trod attd trying to do as He did while on earth. Miss Jean Cope- land then favored us by singing a solo "Some day I'll understands" af- ter which. Mrs,'Willis closed the meets ing with prayer, BUSINESS MEN ELECT OFFICERS The annual meeting of the Business 1Glert's' Association was held in the Wingham Club on Tuesday morning. with a fair representation of the mer- chants of the town. The president, A. J. Walker, was in the chair, and conducted discussions on the various problems presented. After considerable discussion over the regular half holiday it was fin- ally decided unanimously to close on Wednesday afternoons from May to. October inclusive, except the weeks of public holidays and Pall Fair day. A letter of appreciation was order- ed to be forwarded to the Wingham" Band, with a cheque for $25 to assist in buying new uniforms. A commit- tee was also apopinted to interview the band and see if it would be pos- sible to put on band concerts some- where down street, where they would be more apt to draw appreciative crowds. The annual election of officers was then held, resulting as follows:— President—W. H. ollowsPresident—W.H. Willis, Vice-President—O. Thompson. Sec'y—J. W. McKibbon. Treas.—H. E. Isard, Executive Committee—T, Y. Smith, W. T. Cruikshank and J. O. Habkirk: A collection will also be made from the business miento replenish the treasury, Sells His 'Residence Mr. W. 13. Thompson, Manager of the Wellington Produce, and who has been moved to Mount Forest, sold his residence this week to Mr. Roy McGee; Possession to be given at once. Will Occupy Pulpit Rev. C.. H. Schutt, Superintendent of Baptist Home Missions will preach in the Wingham Baptist Church next Sunday morning. He will give an in- teresting talk on our Baptist Home Mission work. Appointed Associate Secretary Rev. Kenneth J. Beaton, returned missionary, has been appointed As- sociate Secretary of the Home Mis- sion .Board, to reside at Toronto. Mr. Beaton is an old Whitechurch boy, and is a very capable man. Mrs. Bea- ton was a vIiss Burton of the town- ship of Culross. Tile Advance -Times congratulates Mr. Beaton on this ap- pointment to this very,important po- sition. Hydro Buys Foshay Interests Negotiations which have been curs rent for almost a year and a half, were consummated last week by the Hydro Electric Power Commission of Ontario and the receiver of the W, B. Foshay Co., of Minneapolis. The price to be paid is $525,000 and includes all their , properties, trans- mission lutes, local distribution sys- tems, franchise and contracts. The Hydro will restore the dam at 'Walk- erton damaged last spring. GODERICH PEOPLE ,. • TO BROADCAST Mr. Douglas Campbell, the popu- lar young organist and choirmaster of the North Street United Church, Godet+ich, 'will direct a special broad- cast over 10 BP on Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock, As well as presiding at the console of the new organ in the United Church here, Mr. Campbell will be assisted by some of his piano and organ pupils and vocalists. This promises to be a program worth tun- ing in on. The following is the program: Organ "Sting Song; Nferadelssohn Organ "Wedding Prelude" .,.......Nevin Mr. D. Campbell Baritone Solo "Rock of Ages," ... Renick • Mr. G. Buchanan Piano, "Valle" (Opus 7o, No1) Chopin Miss Alma Howell Vocal Duet "Jesus Lover of My Soul" Miss ;R. Bent and Mr, G, Buchanan Organ "At Evening" Kinder Miss Ruth Bunt Piano "Elves at Play" ..............,;.Mueller Master Ian Gray Organ, "Intermezzo Campbell Mr. D. Campbell Baritone Solo, "Alone" c Price Mr" G. Buchanan Piano "Country Gardens Grainger ' Miss. Rtitlt Bunt Oran "Echoes of 5 rin " .,Fr iml g P g Organ "Home Sweet Horne" Buck Mr. D. Campbell TOWNCOUNCIL HOLDS ITS REGULAR MEETING—MAKES GRANTS FOR YEAR A regular meeting of the Wingham Town Council was: held on Mon- day "evening, at 8 o'clock, His wor- ship Mayor Fells in the chair. All members present except Councillor, Diment. } Minutes of last regular . meeting were read and approved. A letter was read from the Can- adian Manufacturers Association urg- ing the Council• to insist on use of Canadian -made goods as far as pos- sible. The Council was in agreement with the 'sentiment contained in the letter; A letter was read from the Depart- ment of Public Highways advising that the road front Clinton through Wingham to 'the Durham road would be taken over as a provincial high- way as from 12 o'clock noon on March 12th, 1930. A letter was read from Mrs. Ethel. Greer, Secretary of the Women's Aux- iliary of the Hospital, asking for a rebate of hall rent paid. Moved by Coun. Elliott, seconded by Coun. McGillivray "that the Wing- ham Ladies' Hospital Auxiliary be re- funded $5.00 hall rent." Carried. Mr. R. Vanstone was present and addressed the Council in the matter of granting a right-of-way to the rear of the Walker Store from Edward St. Moved by Reeve McKibbon, sec- onded by Coun. Wilkinson "that we grant a right-of-way from Edward St. to the rear of property of Walker Stores, Ltd." Carried. A letter was read from Mr. Bush - field on behalf of the Gunn -Son -Ola Co., requesting that adjustment of 1929 taxes on the Bell' factory be made as per understanding of the 1929 Council. The amount claimed was in the neighborhood of $206.00. Mr. Bushfield was present and ex - plaided this .matter fully, 'his mat- ter was finally left over for the pres- ent. His Worship the Mayor reported that he had sold the old Farmers' Fer- tilizer motor to the Gunn -Son -Ola Co:, for $100, subject to 30 daya trial, When the motor was examined it was found that the bearings wree worn out and it was agreed that the price of new bearing be deducted from. the $100, The Finance Committee reported a number of accounts properly certifi- ed and recommended payment: Moved by Coun. Elliott, seconded by Coun. McGiIlivray "that the re- port of the Finance Committee be adopted." Carried. Mr. Brown was present and reques- ted permission to erect an electric sign at the front of the Robertson garage on Josephine Street. The size to • be 7 ft. by 3, ft. It was agreed that permission be granted under the supervision of the Street Committee. Coun, Tipiing reported that he had secured a valuation of the Fire Hall and Town Hall from Mr. Rintoul, The Town Hall was valued at $38,700 and the Fire Hall at $2080,00, These prices did not include any equipment. Moved by Coun. Elliott, seconded by Coun. Davidson, "that the Mayor, Clerk, Chairman of the Property Committee and Chairman of the Fire Committee, be a Committee to adjust the fire insurance on the Town Hall and Fire Hall." Carried. Coun. Wilkinson reported for the Fire Committee' that one fireman had resigned; Alex Harvey, and had left town. His Committee recommended that Amos Attwood ,be appointed to fill the vacancy. Moved by Coun. Wilkinson, second (Continued on page 4) WINGHAM HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY How to Plant Rose Bushes Plant roses where they will receive a liberal amount'of sunshine and plenty of air. A good vegetable soil well enriched with rotted cow man- ure or bone meal, is required. Plant Hybrid Tea Roses about 18 inches a- part. Upon receipt of plant from the nur- sery removethe moss in which they are packed . and immerse the roots in a puddle of thick muddy water. Thisprotects the roots from the scut and wind. When placing the bushes in their permanent place set the bush so`that the joint of union where budded or grafted will be two inches below the surface of the ground. Tramp the earth well around the roots and water thoroughly. Roses must be abundant- ly fertilized every year, even twice a year is better. Calvin Church Anniversary Calvin .Presbyterian Church, East Wawanosh intend holding an anniver- sary the firstiSunday in June. Rev. G. .P, Duncan of Stratford, a well- known minister in this vicinity, will take charge of the services. .Further announcement later. Lawn Bowling Club Will hold their annualmeeting on Friday night in the Curling Arena at 8 o'clock. In connection with sthis event they will hold a Progressive Euchre andall interested in Bowling are invited to attend. No admission will be charged for the Euchrc, W. M. S. Meeting The Easter Thank Offering meet- ing of the W. M. S. of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church will be held in the church on Wednesday, April 16th at 3 o'clock. The meeting will be ad- dressed by Mrs. Richard McWhinn- ey of bungatiiton. All the ladies of the congregation are cordially invit- ed to attend. Canadian Club Meeting Postponed It has been necessary to postpone the meeting of the Canadian Club announced for Friday, April llth. Owing to the condition of the roads Dr. Tinkess will be unable to come o Wingham at that time, Meeting will be held at a later date, probably because of the intervention of the Easter holidays not until the first week in May. Members of the . Clttb will be duly notified as to the date of this meeting. DOUBLE WEDDING ANNIVERSARY HELD Thursday, April 3rd was the scene of a very ausiciotis occasion- at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Halli- day, Diagonal Road, when a Wedding Anniversary dinner was served in. honor of both the latter and former's parents. Mr. and airs. Win. McKersie were bride and groom fifty-eight years ago and Mr. and Mrs. D. Halliday of forty years ago. Several guests were pres- ent to congratulate theand a very enjoyable afternoon was spent toge- ther. Besides this date being the two couples' wedding anniversary day, it was also the birthday of Master Earl Halliday, grandson of I'Ir. and Mrs. D. Halliday. Insurance Office Moved Mr. J. W. Dodd has moved his Real Estate and Insurance office to his residence on Shuter Street, just off Patrick street. Phone 198. Toe Removed at Hospital Mr. Jimmie Deacon of East Wawa - nosh, while getting over a fence dis-' charged a gun he was carrying. Be was taken to Wingham • Hospital, where he had a toe removed in an effort to prevent blood poisoning. Injured By Runaway Team . As Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Edgar were driving in Howick Township , on Thursday, a runaway team, owned by Richard Griffith, crashed into their 1 dotter;, upsetting it. Mrs. Edgar is f suffering from injuries- to iter back, while Mr. Edgar escaped unhurt. THE BAND WILL HOLD CONCERT The Blyth Dramatic Society under c the auspices of the Wingbam Band will present a three -act comedy "A Pair of Sixes" in the Town Hall on Tuesday evening, April 1:56: Wing - ham Band has been re -organized and are now ready to fill engagements. As the Band is in need of new ani- forms, they intend holding a series of entertainments and this is the first" so why not come out on the 15th: and give it your earnest support and. encourage the boys; A good band is a bigasset to any y town and to improve they must have the sympathy- and support of the town in general. Tickets may be obtained from any- of nyof the Band boys or may be obtained at McKibbon's Drug Store where the plan of the hall will be open on Sat- urday. Successful at Clinton Mr. Clayton Fryfogle carried off first prize for the best gentleman's: outfit at Clinton Spring Fair last Thursday, and also took second prize for roadster in harness. Don't . forget the Easter Dance to be.' held in the Wingham Armouries: on Thursday, April 17th, under the; auspices of Wingham Arena Co. Ltd., London Orchestra in attendance. Re- freshments -sold. Everybody welcome. Good time assured. Watchfor bills. Sale of Horne -Made Baking Easter Dance The Ladies Aid of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church will hold a Tea` and Sale of Home -Made Baking its the basement of the Church on Sat- urday, April 12th. Tea served from' 3 to 5. Sale will commence at "S o'clock sharp. New Serial Story Next Week The serial "Jingle Bells" which has been running in The Advance -Times since January, is concluded in this is- sue. Commencing next week we will publish "Devil May Care," one of tite strangest romances ever written. The story of a girl who marries the man she Bates, and its by that great ace of story tellers, Arthur Somers Roche. Read it every week in the Advance -Times. No Explosion in Oil Burner An investigation was made of the Cain House Fire at Lucknow last week by the Stratford Engineering Co,, and when they had cleaned away the debris around the furnace it was found that there had 'been no injury there at all. The furnace was intact and so was the oil burner. There was no explosion in the burner. The fire it is stated, started some forty feet away from it. W. M. S. of United Church A special Easter Thank Offering meeting; of the W. M. S. will be held on Wednesday afternoon, April 16th, at 2.30 o'clock. A splendid program will be given consisting of solos, read- ings, etc, Mrs. (Rev.) Scobie, of Bel - grave will speak and several ladies from the visiting auxiliaries will also speak on the different problems mot with in .the work. Lunch will be Ser- ved. Come out and enjoy this after- noon with the W. M. S. PLEADED GUILTY TO LUCKNOW THEFT Francis Moses and Leonard Wes- ey, Indians, arrested two weeks ago or breaking and entering a store in Lucknow, pleaded guilty to the charge aid by Provincial Officer Nelson in Magistrate Walk'er's court at Luck - now on Wednesday. .Wesley also ad- mitted stealing a bicycle at Stratford some time ago. Elizabeth Kahbeji, the squaw, supposed to be implicat- ed in the Lucknow burglary as well, and who travelled with the pair and was arrested at the sante tune,' wili be tried later. Moses and;Francis- were Franciswere remanded for sentence tintil Ap- ril 8. Moses eluded the police after a burglary at Southampton some time ago, but his brother was ,apprehend- ed and convicted., Owing to his p:re- viottS,crininal.record, he was sentene- ed to five years in the provincial Pen- itentiary. In 1924, Francis Moses when found guilty of house and shop - breaking et Goderich, was sentenced to two years at Guelph, Leonard Wesley has also previotts convictions of breaking. and entering against hies. They belong to the reserve at South- ampton, • Won Medal For Singles In St, Petersburg, Florida, Mr. A. M. Crawford last week won the God- man medal for single and the 51. Pet- ersburg Club Trophy for Doubles; the score for the latter was 13 to 23 for 22 ends, This -makes five events which Mr, Crawford' has won this winter. Gorrie and Pordwich May Get Hydro At a very enthusiastic meeting held krt Fordwiclt last week, which was attended by Mr. Flannery, a hydro: engineer, the question of extension of the line from Wroxeter was discussed and the prospects for a continuance of the line are very bright. Several village residents and farmers have al- ready signed up, and if: sufficient con- tracts are attained early summer should find the line ready,