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The Wingham Advance Times, 1932-04-07, Page 1With Which is Amalgamated The Gerrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. Single Copies. Five .Cents: LOCAL MERCHANTS WILL CONTINUE HALF HOLIDAYS • At the annual meetingof the Re- tail Merchants' Association held in the Council Chamber Monday the following officers were elected. Mr. 5. Hanna, President. Mr. A. J. Walker, Vice -President, Mr'i H. E. Isard, Treasurer. Mr. J.. W. MeKibbon, Secretary. It was decided to holdthe usual Wednesday half holiday this year -during the months of May, June, July, August and September. A Ways and. Means Conunittee -composed of Mr. '.Garlic, Mrr, King .and Mr, Greer, were elected to -as- sist the executive. As there seems to be some mis- understanding by the public in re- gard to the half Holiday, the mer- chants wish to point out that the half holiday will not be observed in weeks that have . other holidays and -that the stores will be open nights 'before full holiday days as well as 'Saturday, nights. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mr, R. Galgraith of Sarnia, isvis- iting in town fora few' days. #0).e. .Mr. Bert Vansickle and son, Bert, r4Yieft for the west on Tuesday. Mr. W. H. Gurney was in Toron- to' on business for a few days this week. Mr. T. C. King was on a business trip to Toronto for a couple of days last week4 Mrs. W. W. Armstrong and Craig have returned from spending a week :in Toronto. The hospital wishes to greatfully .acknowledge a donation of $10 from T. Field & Co. Mrs', Edgar visited with her grand .daughter, Mrs. Jack Murdock of To- ronto, recently. Mr, Oliver Fells has returned to London after spending his Easter vacation at his home. Mrs. Arthur Fitch of Belmore, is visiting with her mother, Mrs. E. Higgins for a few days. Mr. James McGillvray has accept- ed a position in the Malcolm furni- ture factory at Kincardine. Mr. John Porter of town is visit- ing this week in Windsor at the home of his son, Earl Porter. IVIiss Louise Thompson spent a few days in Windsorbefore return- ing to her school in Kitchener. Mr. Douglyas Weatherall of De- troit, is visiting in town for a few days. His mother accompanied him. Mrs', Stuart Sanderson of London, .110 'spent the Easter week -end at the .,'iiomne of Mr, : and Mrs,' 0, B. Mof- fatt. Mr. Gordon IVlacLean' and George Fowler took in the Maroon -Maple Leaf hockey game last Saturday ev- ening. Miss Mary Haugh returned to To- ronto, after spending the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. Haugh. Miss L. Hammond of the. High School staff .is ill and was unable to resume her duties after the Easter vacation. Permanent Waving Pembers stores. Operator of Toronto, will be Mrs, Black's Beauty Parlor starting May "9th. Book early. 111iss:'Lillian .Hopper' returned to Victoria hospital , London, after spending three weeks holidays with her parents in town. Mrs. Leslie Wightman of East Wawanosh visited over the week -end at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs, Vipond of Atwood. A delegation from the two United Churches of Blenheim, Otit., attend- - ed the morning service of Wingham United Church last Sunday. Mrs. Ernest Platt of Port Colb- orne, also Mrs. MacLeod of Goder- ieh, were called home owing to the ness of the mother, Mrs. S. Burke, "• ' Mr. 011ie Moffatt was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital, London, last I+''ri- day, suffering with: an ulcer on the eye, Mrs. Moffatt accompanied him, Miss Georgie Bower, who it at a present finishing a successful -course in Queen's University, has received :. a position in "Western University et Loudon. Wingham wishes her flitch` success. in WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 7th, 1932 EASTER TESTS FOR ENTRANCE CLASS. OF THE WINGHAM. PUBLIC SCHOOL •� CA 2 e°� w 100 100 100 100 Brackenbury, G....100 80 96 '73 24 73 80 28 45 38 42 679 Blatchford, N. ',.. '75 82 57 60 43 69 85 33 30 32 40 606 Brown, Beryl 100 53 80 82 37 68 80 33 44 38 44 659 Burgess, Helen 63 78 68 40 41 71 80 30 41 35 40 587 Carie, Winnifred 88 50 '.84 57 37 72 70 44 29 37 36 604 Chittick,' Chas, • 88 63 73 64 35 62 85 27 30 32 44 603 Ciuickshanks, Mary Absent Through Illness Falconer, Geo, 88 60. 76 44 31 58 90 24 45 29 Field, Edith 100 81 81 85 33 68 95 28 44 36 Finlay, Edith ..,, 38 38 49 33 58 75 32 34 34 Fitzpatrick, Jos, 75 65 52 67 22 41 60 27 41 30 'Hamilton, B. ... 88 87 97 80 46 79 95 41 45 36 Hammond, R 75 56 30 60 37 61 75 31 34 34 Habkirk, Isobel 100 93 91 90 46 88100' '41 42 42 Howson, Ross '75 79 71 87 39 76100 34 50 39 Miller, Helen 100 79 89 88 38 73 90 35 45 39 Mitchell, Ruth 100 83 80 90 38 75 75 36 43 39 Mundy, Bernice 88 76 65 '86 39 67 80 37 40 41 Rich, Donald 88 40 66 49 39 69 65 30 25 34 Ross, Muriel :100 84 88 73 39 79, 90 40 45 ' 35 Rintoul, Ken. 100 88 93 83 41 70 80 38 36 32 Small, Winnifred Absent Through Illness Tiffin, Billie 100 42 64 55 31 63 70 31 30 37 32 Webb,Elsie, 75 32 32 52 81 66 90 40 32 30 46 Wellwoocl C 100 74 78 81 35 79 65 31 38 38 48 Wilson, Mary 50 76 48 65 30 70 75 42 25 40 32 Zurbrigg, Jean . 100 83 83 79 43 80 85 35 43 43 38 •p 0 2 .2 .sn. d 50 100 100 50.50 50 50 850 22 567 44 695 38 429 32 512 44 738 34 ;527 44 777 42 692 42 718. 46 705 42 661 42 547 34 707 40 701 555 526 667 553 712 Hon. Pass Hon. Pass Pass Pass Pass Hon. Fail Pass Hon. Fail: Hon. Hon. Hon. Hon. Hon. Pass . 21 Hon. 5 Hon, 7 :1 tea vmasuenumustmasevat Subscriptions $2.Q0 Per Year, LOCAL M. P. CON- COUNCIL DECIDES ON $10.00 LICENSE FOR DE ;IS N GOVERMENT OWNED RADIO That there is a movement on foot to have Government control of rad- io in Canada, was broadcasted over 10 B.P. by Mr. Geo. Spotton, Sun- day night, et 10 This does not please Mr, Spotton 14 who also takes great exception to 13 the raising of radio license fees from 17 $1.00 to $2,00: 15 In no uncertain words he stated 16 that under Government control of radio the license fee. Would jump to 18 still higher levels. He pointed out 8 that in countries where this condi 25 tion exists radio fees are as high as 24 $8.00. 2 ,He also .stated that the crowding 22 . out of small stations would remove e any chance of broadcasting items of 9 local interest such as church serv- 3 ices, home talent, sport news, etc., 6 that are so greatlyy appreciated by. 12 the people of a community so serv- ed. Pass Fail Hon. Pass Hon. 19 23. 11 20 4 Pupils to pass must make 40% on all subjects and 60% of total. Hon- or pupils require 40% on each subject and 75% of total. Pass and Honor puDils recommended for Entrance Examinations in June. A. L. Posliff, Principal. PRESENTATION TO MRS. E. CORBETT The Executive of • the Woman's Association,of the Wingham United Church, met at the home of Mrs. Geddes on Friday afternoon. After spending a social hour together, Mrs. Dr. Stewart read the following address Dear Mrs. Corbett:— The members of the Woman's As- sociation take this opportunity • of expressing to you, our appreciation of the services you have rendered to the society and church' in general. We ,always found you interested and willing in any work undertaken by the society,,: We ask you to accept this small gift, as a slight expres- sion of our feeling toward you, and as a remembrance of your associa- tion with us. We hope that you may find your new environment congen- ial, and always 'retain pleasant memories of your friends and assoc- iates of Wingham. • Signed, Mrs, Geddes, Pres., Mrs. Robinson, Sec. Mrs. Brawley then presented Mrs.. Corbett with a lovely purse, after which all sat down to a dainty lun- cheon, ,Meetings Were an Inspiration The meetings held last week in St Andrew's Presbyterian Church pre- paratory to the April Communion service were well attended and they proved to•be highlyinspirational to those who attended. ' At the meet- ing on Friday nighL 18 persons were received into, meinbersip of the church. St. Andrew's W.M.S. Meet April 13th The .Easter Thank -Offering of the Women's Missionary Society of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church will be held on Wednesday, April 13th, at 3 o'clock. • Mrs. (Rev.) A. Legg- ett,. of Molesworth, will address the meeting, and a cordial invitation is extended to all the ladies to he pre- sent at this meeting. BIG CROWD ATP POLICE IClE COURT Great interest was shown in the proceedings at Police Court held here last Thursday. It appears that Earl Underwood had his jow broken during a scuffle at a dance held in the Bluevaie Haim The . result was an assault charge laid against John Thymic, and Joseph Smith. On con- sidering the evidetice the charge against Thynne was dismissed, but Smith was committed for 'trial in a higher court, In another case heard a local man was -fined $10.00 and costs for par- taking too freely of Liquid refresh- ments that caused his legs to be- come unsteady, MILVERTON EDITOR PRESIDENT O.E.A. Election of Mr. Malcolm McBeth, editor of the Milverton Sun, as the President of the Ontario Education- a . Association, is a fitting tribute 'to a man who as a member of the trustees' section has given to the Association much of his time and energy. , Mr. MacBeth Was a school teach- er before entering the newspaper field and has always been active in educational affairs. He has been ethe President of the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association, and now the Ontario Educational Association ac- cords him similar distinction. As a member of the • Weckly Newspaper Association his efforts were greatly appreciated by the members and it is certain that his presidency' of the O.E.A. will be for the good of this association. We are showing the last minute in Tailored Straw Hats. . Uneven brim clips over eye and faced with contrasting colors. Moderately priced from $1.75 up. Grier & Grier, Wingham, Next door to Brunswick Hotel. A Correction In our issue of last week we stat- ed that Mri Wm. Hohnes had dis- posed'of his blacksmith shop. We take this opportunity of stating that we were misinformed, as Mr. Holm- es had not sold his shop. Rev. Sydney Davison Receives Call e A deputation from the United Church in Blenheim were present et the morning service last Sunday 'in tite Wingham United Church, After their return they immediately sent a call to Rev, Sydney Davison to be- come `their pastor. W. M. S. Unified Church The Women's Missionary Society of the United Church held their April meeting in the school room. on Tuesday afternoon, Mrs, Wrn. Field presiding: The Scripture Lesson was given by Mss, Jas: Robinson and Mrs.: Wellings offered prayer. Miss Isard reviewed the fourth chapter of the Study book on Korea. This deals with the medical and hospital work maintained in that land as a result of misisonary : effort, and shows that much still remains to be done, as even now, Korea has only.. one doctor for. every. 10,000 persons and one hospital for every 160,000 persons, Mrs. Dennison gave a splendid report of Christian progress lti Itidia in spite of the predomin- ance of other religions. A pleasing solo was given by Miss Muriel Campbell. The visiting committee reported that 24 calls had been made during the past month. Arrange- merits were made to entertain the Huron Presbyterial which meets in this church on Tuesday, April 20th. He heartily congratulated the men who made 10 B.P. possible on their enterprise and • assured them he would do all in his ,power to pre- vent the Government from taking over radio entertainment. A petition is being circulated in this county in order that radio fans may voice their opposition and Mr. Spotton pleaded with all who were listening to be sure and sign so that he can place the wishes of his con- stituency before the House of Com- mons. Hydro Interruption The Hydro, power will be inter- rupted on Sunday, April 10th; from 3 a.m. to 8 a.m., and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. School Concert April 14th and 15th The annual School Concert will be held on April 14th and 15. The pu- pils are presenting the operetta Pandona. Further particulars will be given in next week's issue„ Given Miscellaneous Shower A very enjoyable evening was spent on Monday, April 4th, at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. R. J. Mc- Kenzie, on the Bluevale Road, when the neighbors and friends of Mr. and Mrs, Jos',r Schneider, who were re- cently married, honoured them with a miscellaneous shower, The gifts were numerous and beautiful. The evening was spent in dancing and card playing. CELEBRATED HIS 82nd BIRTHDAY The Rev. N. Wellwood of Rich- mond Hill, celebrated his 82nd birthday on March 19th, and preach- ed. the Sunday following in Rich- mond Hill United'. Church from the same text "What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ?" as he used 32 years ago when he went to Richmond Hill to be their pastor. Mr. Wellwood was raised in W. Wawanosh, also 'taught school in E. Wawanosh, before he entered the Methodist ministry, CHURCH CROWDED FOR REV. HAYES' FAREWELL SERMON After a pastorate of five years, during which period he had been rector of Trinity Church, Durham,, Rev. E, Hayes, severed his active connection 'wij:h the church and the town and Easter Sunday ,evening he preached his farewell sermon. Rev, and Mrs. Hayes left immediately for Wingham, their new parish, where. Mr, Hayes takes up his pastorate. The popularity of Rev. and Mrs, Hayes: was well shown at the even- ing service when the church was crowded to the doors and many for- ced to stand throughout the service. Much regret has been heard that he had decided to leave Durham, not only by the members of his congre- gation, but by the citizens generally with whom Mr. and Mrs. Hayes were very popular. Since coming here five years ago they have made many friends and taking : 'r Wenders , g a an inter. est hi the general affairs of the town these friends did notbyanyitean s belong entirely to his own eortgre- gation,-Durham Chronicle, CIGARETTES AND CIGARETTE TOBACCO At the regular meeting of the Town Council Monday evening, all members were present, His "Wor- ship Mayor Willis wasin the chair. The minutes .of the previous meet- ing were read and adopted: A letter from J. W. Bushfield was received asking ;the price for re- demption of certain property. This matter was left in the hands of the finance committee, A letter was received from, Mrs, Amos t'ipling thanking the Council for their expression of sympathy during her recent bereavement. On motion of Councillors Elliott and Wilkinson, the accounts . for March were passed. Coun. Davidson, of ° the street committee, reported that during the last month some trees had been cut down and others trimmed. He also reported that cost of snow ,plowing: was much less this year. He stated that last year 25 tons of calcium chloride was used in dust -proofing the roads. This was purchased at a cost of $676.25 of which $301 was paid by certain ratepayers, the bal- ance being charged to general as- sessment. After discussion as to whetheroil or calcium carbonate should be purchased for this year, Coun. Davidson moved, seconded by Coun. Baker, that the street com- mittee purchase 25 tons of calcium chloride for use this year. Carried. It was decided to do some paving and mending' of pavement this month and the street committee were instructed to go ahead with this work between Gibson's Bakery and Crawford's Garage. Councillor I*aker reported that the property committee had the Town Hall and Coutsell Chamber csrubbed since the last meeting Coun. Baker moved, seconded by Coun. Gilmour that the property committee advertise for tenders for the supply of 20 cords of hard green wood beech and maple, to be deliv- ered to the Town Hall. Carried. Reeve MaKibbon stated that the Cemetery committee had little to re- port but that as soon as weather would permit, the new road at the cemetery would be blocked' out on. the map of cemetery.. Coun, Wilkinson reported that there were no fires last month. The matter of supplying uniforms to the firemen was left over until the esti- mates were struck. A bylaw fixing a fee of $25:00 for Hawkers and Peddlers was present- ed and on motion of Coun. Wilkin- son and Coun. Gilmour, carried, A bylaw moved by Coun. , 'Wilkin- son, and seconded by Coun. Gilmour fixing the license fee for sale of Cigarettes and Cigarette tobacco at $10 was carried. • Permission was granted the Band to use the Town Hall for a concert on Arpil 27thi, There was considerable discussion re back taxes and it was decided a special effort would be made to col- lect all taxes of 1930 outstanding. Council then adjourned. FORMER STUDENT WINS SCHOLARSHIP The list of those awarded scholar- ships this year by the National Re- search Council contains the name of a local student, W. J. Henderson, son, of W. J.' Henderson, Winghani Junction. Mr, Henderson, B.A., attending Queen's University this year taking his M.A. degree. He has been spec- ializing in radium emanation and penetrating dualities of radium rays, in the physic department, Great honor is 'due •!mini in winning this scholarship ($600), being one of the 22 successful candidates out of a to- tal of 117 applicants:// OBITUARY Mrs. William Barbour A gloom was cast over the com- munity of Whitechurch when it was learned that Mrs, 'Win. Barbour had passed away Sunday night. 1VIrs. Barbour had been ill for over a year but steadily became weaker. She was a friend to all, an enthusiastic W. M. S.. work of which society she was a life member; always taking an active interest in all branches of church work. Prior to Church Union she was a member of Chahrrer's church, Her illness she bore with patience and fortitude and kept up her read- ing to the last, Her husband sur- vives to mourn her, also one sister, Mrs. Bartram of Hamilton. Her daughter, the late Mrs. Harry Mc Clenraglian, predeceased her some years ago, She was in her 73rd year and hacl been married for 47 years last mon- th. Death brought release from a long illness and her many friends marvelled at her constant cheeriness. Following the funeral service in the United Church on Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. T. C. Wilkinson; interment was made in Wingham cemetery, Mrs. Joseph J. Kerr The Township of East Wawanosh lost .a life long resident on .Saturday last with the passing. of Luella Salt- er, beloved wife of Joseph J,, Derr, Born on February, 5th, 1866, on the 12th concession of :East Wawatiosh, Mrs. Kerr has been 'a resident of this locality all her life, She Had been in poor health for some two years past but had only been confin- ed to her bed for a few weeks„ Mrs, Kerr had always taken a great interest 'in church . work and was ,a ineneher'of the United Church acid a, teacher in the Sunday school. Siirvivimig her, are her 'husband and two sons, George of East Wawanosh and John of Morris, and one daught- er, Mrs. Leslie Buckman at hoxne, (Continued on page 4) F WELLINGTON HAY PASSES SUDDENLY Prominent business man and for- mer leader of the Liberal paryt in Ontario, F. Wellington Hay, died. suddenly from a heart attack early last Friday morning athiehone° in Listowel, He was 67 years of age.. Apparently in good health, he re- tired as usual Thursday night, but during the night it was necessary to call medical aid, but to no avail, He was born in Listowel and spent his life in that town taking an active interest in its municipal affairs serv- ing as councillor and Reeve. Mr. Hay was Liberal leader of the Ontario Party from 1921 until 1925 and in 1926 he •went to the House of Commons as the representative of North Perth. He retired from active politics in 1930. His business interests were of a great number, . being head of Hay Brothers Limited, grain firm, Vice- President of Gooderham & Worts and Hiram Walkers, Robertson Consolidated Coal Company, Ontar- io Bakeries Limited, Perfect Knit Mills and Canada Dairy. He was al- so on the directorate of Founders' Investment Trust and Toronto Ele- vators, Limited, His widow, one sister, Miss Grace Hay, and an uncle, 5. C,t Hay, sur- vive him. The funeral was held on Monday afternoon with interment being made in Listowel Cemetery, FORMER LOCAL PLAYER HURT ivlr.. Ed, Williams, formerly of Wingham, now local manager of tre Dominion Store here, and crack de- fensemnan of the Walkerton "Red - shirts," finalists for the Bruce Lea- gue senior cup, was severely injured in the second period of the champ- ionship game on Thursday night, when a Southampton player crashed into him in a manner that threw the local player off his balance and caused hitt to strike heavily on the ice with the side of his .head, the bump, whichresotindcd throughout • the rink, rendering hien unconscious for a while, and putting him out of the play for the remainder of the game. He also 'received a hast' Y gash on the forehead that required surgical attention. While : it was at first feared that a fracture of the skull had been sustained, an exam- ination revealed that nothing •so ser- ious had featured the mishap, and, although the .concussion was sash as to ni:ake'hint extreimmely .ill for a timer he was able to be about again the next day, no mishap, however, Mit him ' out of time play for the halanc:e of the' series. Walkerton Herald & Time,• LADY s,OWLERS' HOLD HARD TIME BRIDGE PARTY The ladies of the Wingham Lawn Bowling Club, who during the past winter, have been meeting at the different homes every two weeks, held their concluding meeting at time home of Mrs. J. M. McKay, Mon- day evening. It had been the cus- time to have bridge, each member paying ten cents,allowing fifty cents to be paid for a prize, and af- ter any other minor expenses the re- mainder to go for relief work. The meeting have always been well at- tended, and with so many of the members ill at present, there were five tables on Monday evening. Plans have been arranged for the concluding meeting to take the forrrr of a Hard Time gathering, and the ladies went dressed for the occasion and among which there were some very hard looking costumes, The prize for the best Hard Time Outfit went to Mrs. A Jr.( Walker, the de- cision being made by the : ladies vot- ing by ballot. Mrs. A. L. Posliff was awarded the prize for the lowest bridge score. The lunch : which was in keeping with the rest of the par- ty, consisted of biscuits, cheese and pickles, • and fqr scoring, small slates and pencils were used, which brou- ght back memories of by -gone days.. After lunch, Mrs. 5. A. Wilson called the meeting to order for the election of officers for the coming. summer, in vacating the chair, Mrs. Wilson thanked the ladies for the splendid .co-operation she had re- ceived during her term of office. Mrs. W. J. Greer was then nomin- ated to take charge, the following being elected: President, Mrs. W. VenWyck; lst vice Pres., Mrs. J. A. Wilson; 2nd Vice President, Mrs. G L. Brackenbury; Secretary, Mrs. E. Armitage; Treasurer, Mrs. G. L.. Ba- ker; Convenor Tournament Commnit- tee, a Mrs. W. A. Miller; Assistants, Mrs. E. R. Harrison and Mrs. A. L. Posliff; Convenor Jitney Committee, Mrs. 5, M. McKay, and Assistant, Mrs. 04 W. Howson; Convenor En- tertainment Committee, Mrs. W. j. Greer. The ladies had a splendid year financially, the treasurer re- ported, that they had around $160 in the bank. Takes Over White Rose Station Mr. Jack Reavie has taken over the White Rose Seri -ire Station opposite' �Lepard's Hotel, and solicits a share of your patronage. Prompt, court- eous service at all times. Don't Crank. Your Head Off Have your battery properly charg- ed or buy a new one from us. We also sell Tires, tubes, paitches, gas- oline, coal oil and separator oil. — Homuth and Bennett, Royal Serv- ice Station, Phone 174W, North Retail Merchants; Attention! A meeting of the Retail Merch- ants will be held in the Council Chamber Monday morning at 10 o'clock, April 11th. All retail mer- chants are requested to attend this meeting. Spirited Bidding at Sale At the mortgage sale of the farm situate on lot 6, 7th concession of Turnberry, conducted in the Bruns- wick Hotel last Saturday, by 'rhos. Fells, was sold to Mr. Robt, Taylor Si: Son under keen bidding. Mr, Taylor has had the good farm rented for some time and will con- tinue to reside there. LOCAL ODDFELLOWS AT LUCKNOW LODGE Two car loads of members of Maitland Lodge 119, I.O.O,F,,' visit- ed' 1 ucicnow Lodge last Friday •ev- ening, y It as Powlenight at the Lucl-- g , now lodge and Bro, J, C. Williams, Grand Conductor of Ontario, was present and delivered a stirring ad- dress. He was accompanied by Bro. R J. Brownlee, Noble Grand of Al- bert Lodge, Toronto. It was expect- ed that Deputy Grand Master Cum. mer would be present but he was unavoidably detained, The Lueknow _Lodge put on the initiatory degree at which five can dictates were received. After the lodge meeting the. Rri berm's;•entertaind tit b.rothren at a hinnceon, about 100 being present.