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The Wingham Advance Times, 1932-02-11, Page 1With Which is Amalgamated. The Corrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. Single Copies Five Cents, • WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11th, 1932 WEST BRUCE COUNTY MEETING The County of West Bruce met for their annual meeting in Lucknow Or- ange Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 2nd. A very enthusiastic and' enjoyable meet- ing was held with over seventy mem- bers of various lodges •m the county present, County Master Wm., Em- rnertnn, of Bethel, presided, with all. 'offices filled. The County Master -gave a splendid report of his services to the County throughout the past .year which has been a trying one, and the membership showed only a -.decrease of seven members, three of whom have joined the higher Lodge above, and two by removal to other parts of the, County. • The . District Master's report of their districts by Wnl. Adair, of Kin- cardine and Rev. E. O. Gallagher, of Lucknow, showed both Districts pro- gressing favorably.. A motion was carried that the 'County Secretary draft a letter of re- gret on the dismissal of the Wor- shipful L. H. Saunders, P.G.M. of Ontario West, from the staff of the Orange Sentinel and the same be for- warded to the Provincial Grand. Sec- retary of Ontario West in London in March. The County Lodge re- i-ceived a warm personal invitation to lebrate the 12th of July with the ethren or Port Elgin and it was recommended that the County cele- 'bxate at the Lakeside town. The County Master declared' all of- fices vacant and called Past County Master Ben Logan, of Ripley, to -.conduct the election of officers which 'ensued as follows: County Master—Wm. E. Halden- by, Culross. County Deputy—Wm. Adair, Kin-. eeardine. County. Chaplain—Rev. E. O. Gal- lagher; Luck'now. County Rec.-Sec.—C. E. MacDon- agh, Zibn. County F: Sec.—Lloyd Bell, Beth - tele County, Treasurer—Frank Scott,' .Amberley. County Marshall—Peter Carter, LC.ucknow. County lst Lecturer—Wim. Gra- i"ham, Bervie. County 2nd Lecturer—Isaac Pen- men; Kinlough. County Deputy Lecturer -Ea llodgens, Culross. P. C. M. Logan then installed the ew1y-elected officers after which short speeches were made by the el- ected officers. A minute silence •with heads bowed was given in rev- erence for the esteemed and admir- able brothers who have joined the celestial lodge above. The next annual meeting'will be in erelpley and the Semi-annual in June fn Kincardine, after lodge session the Orange ladies provided a very tasty lunch. Grand Clearance, Fur...Coats Extra Special this week, any of our fine Muskrat Coats at Half Price.— Hudson Hudson Seal Coats at tremendous re- ductions, French Seal Coats less 20 to 40%. Men's Fur and Fur -lined Coats all greatly reduced. King Bros, 'Troubles In. Printing The automatic switch of the elec- tric heater on the metal pot of our. . Intertype machine burned out Mon- alay evening and as a result some of your news budgets had to be withheld sn order to get the paper' out in fair ttrne, To Erect Ice -Making. Plant At Kincardine A modern ice-viaking plant 'will be shortly installed in Kincardine. William and Frank 'Morgan, owners of the Morgan Fish Company, Kin- cardine and Port Stanley, and Irwin Spieran have completed arrange- ments for the erection of the plant. The plant will be 30 by 80 feet, and, is being erected at a costof $10000, .The machines will be capable of mak- �"';ing 6e. tons of ice daily and 75 tons 2n bet s of ed. Daily deliveries will be trade by two trucks, Thecom- pany will operate tinder the natne Kincardine Pure Ice and Storage Co, Returned to 'Town' Mr. Amos Atwood and family have returned to town. Mr, Atwood has accepted a position at Ctatvford's garage, where he formerly was em- ployed. NEW TAXES TO BE IMPOSED Searching for new sources of rev- enue with -which to balance their bud- get, the Ontario Cabinet will likely have placed before thein a proposal among many, to tax power develop- ment, Hon. E. A. Dunlop, Provincial Treasurer, stated Monday. "We are searching forsources of revenue," stated Hon. Mr,, Dunlop, "and while we have not considered yet the tax on power, I have learned the tax applies in eight bf ten states of the union to the south. These taxes vary from 1-28 cent as high as 1-22 cent a kilowatt." Hon. Mr. Dun- lop estimated that if this tax is im- posed on hydro as well as private power development companies it may net the Government probably Amusement taxes are to be re scheduled, Hon. Mr. Dunloy admitt cd. The present scale runs from 2 cents, starting with 25 cents admis- sion'to 25 cents on $2 admissions. The treasurer plans to introduce a tax to take on the admissions under 25 cents and also over $2. The new scale will. be 1 cent on tickets up to 14 cents and 2 cents up to 28 cents. Over $2 the tax will be more than 25 cents, while admissions run- ning as high as $5 will be charged 50 cents. There is to be no tax on meals, The new revenue on the am- usement tax is likely to increase the revenue by about $400,000. No decision leas yet been made, said Hon. Mr. Dunlop, as to an in- crease on the gasoline tax, which at present stands at 5 cents a gallon. In some states across ..the line, he de- clared, it runs as high as 7 cents. In Tennessee the gas tax is 7 cents, and the state also has a tax of 4 cents a package on cigarettes. While the Government is planning. increased revenues, they are also cut- ting down on all grants. A special committee of the cabinet is at pres- ent at work, planning• what cuts are to be made in all governmental grants that art trade to various or- ganizations. Walkerton Liquor Store Robbed Twelve cases of one dozen quart bottles of liquor valued at about $500 was the haul made by thieves who broke.their way into the rear. of the liquor store, Walkerton, in the early morning of Thursday last. For add- ed refreshment they carried away a single quart from a partly emptied case. Problem Is Solved Withdrawal of the dominion gov- ernment's grant has trade the prob- lem of Toronto's public school cadet corps rnuch more difficult it is claim- ed. • On the contrary, we should say that the government's action has greatly simplified the problem. It Only remains for the provincial gov- ernment to withdraw its grant to tea- chers who are cadet instructors' and the problem is completely solved.— Farmer's Sun. Increase Race Purses At the adjourned annual meeting of the Goclerich Trotting and Facing Association held 'Tuesday evening the parse money foto the ineet to be held on Monday, August ..1st, was increase ed from $3000 to $8500. These are the largest purses to be offered for a harness meet inOntario this sea- son. There will be four events, three stake and one class race. The events are; Free -tor -all trot or pace, stake, purse $1000; 2.18 trot oi' pace, stake, $1000; 2,22 trot or pace, stake, $1000; 2,28 trot or pace, classified, $500, ANNUAL MEETING OF BLACK CHAPTER `,1'lie annual county meeting • of the Huron County Black Chapter was held in Blyth on. Friday evening, 56,. with •a good attendance present. The officers elected for', the coin- ing year were as follows: C. A—Joseph Guest, Wingham, D. C. M.—W. J. McLeod, Bayfield. Chaplain—C. C. Pilgrim, Varna, C, Reg. -H, M. Shanley, Clinton, C. Treas.--L B. Rathwell, Varna, lst C. Ceras—or--Chas. °Stewart, of Blyth, 2nd C. Censor -1,, Hoy, Walton, lst C. St, Bearer --C, Epps, Varna, 2nd C. St, Bearer -4, Hunting, Au-, bier n. Pair, ---W, Brownlee. Tyler A. Ferguson, Auburn UNITED CHURCH W. M. S. MEETING The February meeting of the Wo- men's Missionary Society of the Un- ited Church was held in the school room on Tuesday, the President, Mrs. Willis, presiding, The program was in charge of Mrs. F. R. Howson and her group, the study being the second chapter of the study book "Korean Dawn" which was presented by Mrs. Howson. Foe' the Scripture lesson, Mrs. Tiffin, gave an excellent account of the life of John, the apos- tle, which was followed with a read- ing ""Virits' End Corner" based on Psalm 107 by Mrs, W. Vanwyck, An interesting talk on "The Women's Christian College" in Japan, was giv- en by Mrs. Capt. Adams, showing that this is the seat of higher educa- tion for the women of Tokio. Re- ports were received from the differ- ent departments, Mrs, Dinsley re-; porting that the visiting committee had made 44 calls during the month. Mrs. (Dr.) Stewart outlined the plans of the Finance Committee for the year, soliciting the co-operation of all members. A pleasing solo "Was That Some- body You?" was given by Miss Jean Christie, The March meeting which is the Easter Thank -Offering meeting will be in charge of Mrs. S. Davison and t REPORTS AT THE ANNUAL MEETING VERY ENCOU e.AGING A large gathering was present g P t at the annual congregational meeting of the Wingham United Church Wed- nesday evening of last week, The pastor, Rev.' Sidney Davison , was pointed chairman for the evening and called upon the different or, .anizat- irrns of the, church for their reports. Reports were received from the Mizpah Sunday school formerly known as Curries', ,the Philaletlla Bi- ble Class, the Sunday School, the Young People's Society, the Mission Band, the Baby Band, the junior and senior branches .of the C.G.I.T., the '['axis Squares, the Badrninton Club,. the Victory Mission Circle, the Wo- men's Missionary Society,' the Lad- ies' Aid and the choir, and all were of an encouraging nature, showing that during such a•trying year collec- tion had, been kept up and that they all were in an excellent condition. Dr. R. C. Redmond reported for the session, which showed there was a resident membership of 656, non- resident, 49. • The librarian, R. A. Coutts, stated there were 782 books on the shelves, with an average of 48 loaned per' Sunday. The Church Treasurer, J. A. Mills, presented his report which showed flat the receipts .for the year had am- ounted to $8,853.87 for the general ud Missionary and Maintenance unds, $3600 of which had been for- warded to�the M. & M. treasurer. In ddition to this $2,849,00 had been paid into the building fund during he year. At the present time there s only about $5000 owing on the ew building, all of which practically subscribed for by the members. Froin the session there were six 'embers retiring this year; the six ppointed were: A. H. Musgrove, W. V'ellings, J. A. Gilmour, J. H. Craw - rd, Jas. Michell, W. F. Dingman.he same number on the Committeeeti f Stewards were appoin , replac- g six, Dr. A. W. Irwin; G. N. Un- erwood, W. VanWyck, W. Well- ood, A. J. Walker and Dr. G. H. oss. E. S. Copeland and W. A. albraith were again appointed audi- rs. There was a brief break in giving the reports, when Master Allen Wil- liams gave two very appropriate re- citations; "Be a Booster" and "A Small Boy's Complaint," There were also several numbers from the girls of the' C.G.I.T, groups. Following the presentation of the ports, a social hour was spent, ien the ladies served refreshments. DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR TO AID SMALL FAIR her group. Re=read Our Sale Bill It tells. you of many of the "Good Buys" in our Great Annual Sale. There are unusual bargains for ev- ery member of the family at real save Ings during February.. King Bros. Suing for School Fees Mr. Robert Kahl, whose farm is included within the limits of public school section No. 6, Carrick,, but sends his children to Mildmay Pub- lic School, is suing the rural school section for $19,50 in the Division: Court, Plaintiff. says the Mildmay school is more accessible than P.S.S. No. 6, and therefore claims that un- der the statutes he is entitled to be paid back the fees he pays to Mild- may school. The case will probably be tried at Walkerton on February 16th.—Mildmay Gazette. We Are Never Lucky The town of St. Marys is now in the midst of a milk war. For some time the price has been ten cents a quart, Last week, however, one of the distributors cut the price fo eight cents and before the day was over the commodity was being offered at six cents a quart. It is possible the price will become established at eight cents. A Night in the Orient Customs. and Costumes of Bible Lands illustrated by ladies and gen- tlemen of St. Andrew's Church attir- ed in the quaint and gorgeous cos- tumes of the East. Held itt Presby- terian Church, Wingham, on Wed- nesday, Feb. 17th, at 8 p.m. Minis- ston 25c. The Belgrave Women's Institute Will fold their February meeting a:; a social evening in the Foresters' Hall an Friday evening, Feb. 19, at eight o'clock. A good, program has been prepared. A silver nolle ..' coon will be taken. Ladies kindly bring lunch. Everybody, welcome,' World Day of Prayer The Women's Annual World Day of Prayer will be held in Wingham United Church on Friday, February 12th at 3 o'clock, All the Women's Missionary Societies of the town will take part in the programme and all women are invited to 'attend. To, Will The will of the late John S. 'Bed- ford, who died on January 14th, at Godet•ich, filed for probate by F. R. Darrow, solicitor, with Robt. Johns- ton, Surrogate Court Clerk. The equity in the estate, which is wholly real and personal, is given in the. will at $23,000, The will is to be contested by sonic of the beneficiar- ies. She: "Let's go Tota walla tonight, dear." He: "Walki What for, when gotthe car. out in front?" She "It's the doctor's orders. He told rue to .exercise with a dumb- bell every day." a f a t n is n a fo 1' 0 its w R to re Subscriptions $2,00 Per Year, INVESTIGATING ALL RELIEF CASES We received a communication this week leaving reference toa family in town receivin,g direct relief, Know- ing ing the writer, we clo not believe for a moment that the facts were inten- tionally ten- tionally misrepresented, but rather, after making enquiryinto the matter, , we believe the person was misinform- ed. The article is • signed "One who likes fair play in everything", and therefore is fairness we refrain from publishing the article, but answer several of thedi� uestions embodied �. eed to the letter. In the first place all cases are thor- oughly investigated, and the one in question was personally investigated by Chief Allen. 1. The telephone has been discon- tinued. 2. Since January 1st he only re- ceived $3,34 worth of provisions from the town. It is true that fuel was given, but at the last council meeting this natter was discussed, and it was decided that in the future those in need of fuel would be given trees to cut that are either in a dan- gerous condition or have been re- quested to be removed. 'We trust that this explanation is satisfactory and impress the ratepay- ers that the town officials are acting with fairness in all such cases. King's Great Sale The big bargains continue for the full month. Every department has extraordinary values which means that your dollars will go so much further on your purchases here. Buy all yon can now, and save. King Bros. A Pair of Jacks Win The Wingham Garrison Athletic Association has completed its first Badminton doubles tournament. The event attracted 28 entries and many good games were witnessed. The two Jacks emerged victors, Jack Bracknebury and Jack Mason, over J. Thompson and R. Rae. The scores in the finals were 15-7; 15-11. 10 Per Cent, Cut in Salaries Ten per cent, cut in salaries and indemnities of Dominion Cabinet Ministers, Commoners, Senators, and all members of the Dominion Civil Service was announced as a Govern- ment economy measure by Premier Bennett Monday night, concluding an hour's speech in reply to Right Hon. Mackenzie King's near -three- hour speech on the Address. 'This horizontal cut in indemnities and sal- aries will represent an annual sav- S ing to the treasury of between $7,- 500,000 and $8,000,000, the premier y said, The Ontario Government is likel to adopt a future policy of giving to the smaller fall fairs of the Province a grant equal to that subscribed by the municipality for which they were sponsored, Fred V, Laughton, M,P, I'„ North Middlesex, told a district meeting of representatives of these exhibitions last week.. This dollar - for -dollar plan, he believed, was one which had recently conte to be fav ored by Hon, T. L. Kennedy, Pro- vincial Minster of Agriculture. Mr. Laughton said that Colonel Kennedy, in making fns decision did rot expect the Province would spend less money i - n this direction, but that the municipalities whieh were more directly concerned would be 'encour- aged to spend more. It was proposed that the. fall- fairs .Should eliminate horse racing and sideshows, but that it might be fatal for one fair to adopt such a policy alone. The Wingham Fair at present re- ceives a grant of some $240 from the Government, h and if the grants from the County and the neighboring mun- icipalities were lumped this new .pol- icy would only slightly affect the lo- cal fair, The horse racing was discarded from the program of the fair a num- ber of years ago and since that time the fair has grown and prospered, until now ,it is recognized RS one of. the best in this district. This somewhat dispells the theory that one fair adopting such an atti- tude world be fatal, as at practically every other' fair in this district horse races are still conducted: Fresh Ripe Tomatoes 19c lb., at Dominion Stores, Ltd. Violation, Charged $10. A drunk case was brought up before Mayor Willis, on Monday morning, its police court and fined $10.00 and costs,' or thirty days in Godericll jail. He was warned a rep- itition would result in a jail sentence without the option of a fine. Treacherous Driving While conveying a load of mon fear' Lucknow, Mr. Geo. T. Robert- son skidded on some ice on Dickey's hill. It appears. that the water had Washed out thc,side of the road, and when the can travelling at a slow speed, bit the ice, it skidded off the road. One side of the Pontiac car was badly damag cd and the wind- shield broken, Luckily no one was huvt. GIVE THE ARENA YOUR SUPPORT The Wingham Arena was opened for skating for the first time this sea- son on Friday evening, and was pat- ronized by a fair crowd. On several occasions ice snaking was started and when ae good foundation had been se cured milts weather would set in with the result that the work had to be begun all over again, Gottitig such a late start; the sear son will necessarily be a short one and as this is the only source of rev- enue that they have, it is hoped that everyone will patronize the Arena liberally so that the directors may be able to ineet the heavy expenses of wich a, fine building this year, Let's alt' go, Choice Iceberg Head Lettuce, 15e or 2 for 25c at Doinxinion Stores, Ltd. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Jean Currie returned to 0 tawa on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Baker spent th week -end with friends ill Toronto, Special:fore Week c end, Gold. Soa 10 bars for 33c, at Dominion Store Ltd. Mr. Frank Moore, of Hamilton, visited at the home ofhis . o father last week. Choice Leptons 27c dozen also s fresh celery, etc., at Dominion Stores t - e p, s, r,td, Mr, Leonard Bennett, of Chatham is visiting at the home of his parents in town. 'texas Seedless Grape Fruit nice , size, 5 for 25; at Dominion Stores, Ltd. Messrs, Grant Wilton and James Hardie visited with James E. Currie on Sunday, See our windows for our other special values for this week -end; Do- minion Stores, Ltd. Miss Reta Tilden,' Dietitian at Fort Qu'Appelle Sanitarium, Sask., was the week -end guest of Mrs. G.' C. Hanna, The Woman's Association of the United Church are putting' on a Pan- cake Leap Year Social on the night of Feb. 29th. Regain the joy of youthful Feet. —Wear Heel Hugger Shoes—See them at Greer's Shoe Store, The W. M. S. of the United church will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday afternoon, February 16th at 3 o'clock in the ladies' parlour. The president is anxious that all the lad- ies attend as plans must be made for the year's work. Heel Hugger Shoes for Women. A fit for every` foot -A style for ev- ery eye—Moderately priced. Greer's Shoe Store. The inaugural meeting of the Wingham High School Board was held last Wednesday evening. Mr. T. C. King was elected chairman for 1932, The members of the Board for 1932 are: Dr, R. L. Stewart, Miller. - Procter, W. J. Henderson, F. R. Howson, T. T. Field and C. P, Smith. Heinz Ketchup 19c large bottle, at Dominion Stores, Ltd. Results of Combined Clean Seed and Standing Field Crops Competit- ion in Oats conducted by the Turn - berry Agricultural Society: 1st, A. and W. McKague, Teeswater; 2nd, Wm. Wellings, Wingham; 3rd, Geo. Armstrong, Formosa; 4th, David Fortune, Wingham; 5th, Richard Wilton, Wingham, 6th, I. J. Wright, Wingharn. Special Thursday; Friday and Sat- urday only, New Cheese, 2 lbs for 25c,, at Dominion Stores Ltd. LOCAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOLD ANNUAL MEETING. The are ulnas Meering .of the Cham- ber of Commerce was held in the Council -Chamber on Tuesday; Feb. 10th, commencing at 8.30 p.m.; Considering the fact that there were numerous important • meetings the same eveninga good representa- tion of citizens was present. After the usual formal opening de- tails, reports were received from Messrs, "Herb, Campbell, Jack Mc- Kay and Garnet Baker, who had or- ganized actic•itie,s for the Chamber of Commerce during the,past year, The President reported for Mr, A. J. Wal- ker, who was unavoidably absent, and also for . the Treasurer, Mr, C. P. Smith, who is holidaying in the sc.u. Thethactivities for the year included the disbursing of relief during the early months of 1931 under the sup- ervision of Mayor Fells and R. H. Lloyd; the arranging by the Secre- tary, W. T. Booth, for a successful operation on a child 'becoming per- manently deaf; ,the raising through carnivals, concerts, and membership campaign, also subscriptions of suf- ficient funds to install two electric ranges, a large size Frigidaire and an extension to the heating system in the hospital as well as $300.00 in cash as a commencement of a fund to purchase an X-ray machine, the holding of two luncheons, under the chairmanship of A. J. Walker, one early in the year and one in honor of Dr. Christie wherein the Chamber of Commerce co-operated with the 'Fail Fair Board, the organization ofthe midsummer Band Tattoo, the Fall Fair concert and Sunday Sacred Con- cert following; and finally the com- munity Xmas Tree that disbursed about 800 bags of candy and about 35 baskets of Christmas cheer as well as providing a free Xmas concert. No activity of the Chamber of Commerce during the year charged more than twenty-five cents admis- sion and all were largely attended, and well supported, Besides $300 in the Bank for the X-ray fund share is a small balance in the general fund. The same Exectuive Officers were elected for 1932. This committee is meeting on Thursday night this week to select the Chamber of Commerce Councillors for 1932, of whom there are twelve to be chosen. Membership fees are now due for lis year and it is hoped that every tizen interested in Wingham and omnxunity will encourage this body of public-spirited men whose time nd energy given freely during the ast year have achieved such spleen d results. The fez is $2.00 and may e paid to .the Secretary, W. T. Booth. An announcement will short- ly be made in regards to coming ac- tivities of this aggressive organiza- tion. ti ci c a p Valentine Tea and Sale of Baking di The Ladies' Aid of St. Andrew's- b Presbyterian Church will hold a %al- ertine Tea and Sale of Home -Made Baking in the basement of their church on Saturday afternoon, Feb. 18th. Sale will commence at three o'clock sharp. Tea served from 3 to 5. Everybody welcome. IMPLEMENT AGENT TAKES OWN LIFE The citizens of the town were shocked to learn on Monday after - neon of a gruesome tragedy which occurred when Duncan i\fcltellar, agent for the Massey -Harris Ccnp- eity, here, took his own life with a double-barrelled shotgun placed be. tweee his knees while sitting on his bed, Mr. McKellar was in his 43rd year tend was formerly of Glencoe, having taken over the agency here about six months ago. Business worries are 'be- lieved: to have caused this rash act. The Coroner, Dr. R. C. Redmond, was called, and it was decided .an in•• quest was unnecessary, and the body was removed to Walker's undertak- ing parlours. Surviving are his wife and three. young sons, Ross, Harold and Earl, and to these the heart -felt sympathy of the entire community is extended, The funeral was held froni the res- idenee of his father, Mr. Nell Mc- t<ellar at Glencoe, this Wednesday, °afternoon. Interment was made in Kilmartin Cemetery: Attending ;Training School 'Miss' Margaret }Iaret Copeland, salesZa v in Greer's Stine Store is taking. a 2- weeks' special Educational Coarse ill 'Shoe Pitting and Foot Knowledge at De.",Scholl's Orthopedic Training School, Toronto... Ladies' Coats and Dresses Every garment at a sale price. Come in and see the smart things you can buy at lower prices. Many models on sale at Half Price. Ring Bros. Salaries Increased News of unusual interest to the County and Municipal Councils who are advocating salary and wage cuts tortes from South Norwich council. At the January session a 20 per rent. reduction in salaries was adopted, bur to the surprise of the ratepayers this motion is now rescinded and eeitli only one dissenting voice, the salaries of the Reeve and Councillor's have been increased 10 per cent, to take effect at once. Playing Badminton at Stratford Several of the Badminton l •s p aye'.. from both the United Church and the Garrison Clubs will assist Clinton when they play friendly games with Stratford on Thursday evening. Arm Caught in Wringer Master Eric Seliattc, son of Band- master and Mrs, Schatte, suffered a: painful accident when, he was playing at the, side of the wringer. His mo- ther had been washing and Eric was standing with his hated on the wring- er and in reaching over turned the lever 'starting .the motor, His arm was drawn in tip to, the elbow, and fortunately the wringer was of the large rubber type and no bones were broken.