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OCLnew_1942_11_05_Ingersoll_Tribune_newspaper_issue_OCR_ACCESS5THE INGERSOLL TRIBUNED« Only Newspaper Published in Ingersoll.THE INGERSOLL TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, NOV. 5,1942 Yearly Rates Canada, |1.50 U. 8. A., S2.M A TRIBUTE TO J. FERRIS DAVID — by — SUDDEN PASSING OFJ. FERRIS DAVID Mr. and Mr*. Elmer Knox Presented With Gift* The tragic and shockingly sudden character and the unlimited confi-death of Ferris David must have dence reposed in him by the com-come as a stunning blow to his native munity.community of Ingersoll, where he In the larger sphere of provincialhad lived and worked throughout ihs educational affairs, his presidencylifetime. It was a blow, too to a host of the Ontario Educational Associa- of friends outside Ingersoll who had tion and the great volume ofthe privilege of knowing Ferris and effort expended by him on behalf of of working with him in the numerous that organization entitled him to theenterprises which engaged his in- recognition which he so richly deser­ tcrest. ved. The fact that he attained thatAs a fellow newspaperman, I had high office while still in his early known Ferris for many years and thirties afforded ample testimony tohad valued his friendship highly. I his exceptional ability. met him on numerous occasions in jn the Masonic and Oddfellows’ the weekly newspaper fraternity and lodges in his home town and in theejfen more frequently in Masonic service club as well, he was a towercircles. I may safely say that I have of strength. I recall numerous occas- never known a more pubhc-spmted ions when I was privileged to sit incitizen nor one who gave more freely lodge with Ferris David and to note of his energy and his talents to with satisfaction the able manner infurther the public welfare. which he carried out important His record of service as news duties in connection with the lodge,editor of the Ingersoll Tribune is ” well-known and in that capacity hemade a great contribution to thecommunity. His term of ten years’ senice as chairman of the Board ofEducation of Ingersoll also speaks for itself. The fact that he was en­ trusted with such an important office when only about 25 years of age surely testifies to his sterling His boundless energy, his readysmile and unfailing cheerfulness endeared him to countless friendsand achieved for him a popularity that is not often accorded to a com­paratively young man.We shall all miss him greatly. Our sympathy goes out in fullestmeasure at this time to his dearones who mourn the passing of a loving husband father and son. Social Evening Held By Canadian Legion L .On Friday evening, the entertain- idj-'nt committee of the Canadian Legion, were hosts to a goodly num­ ber of comrades and their families at a social evening, held in the Le­ gion Hall, Water street. Tobacco Factory NEEDS Women Graders AND Male and Female Tiers — Apply Employment and SelectiveService Office , Oxford Theatre Building, Tillson­burg, Ont. Word reached this office earlySaturday morning of the sudden passing of J. Ferris David, at aToronto hotel, where he and Mrs.David registered as guests on Fri­ day. He had apparently in somemysterious manner fallen over the bannister of a staircase to . themezzanzinc floor, death resulting in­stantly. Mr. David had gone ,toToronto to attend a directors’ meeting of the Ontario EducationalAssociation of which he was a pastpresident. The guests were welcomed by Comrade J. Crosswcll, first vice- president and chairman of the en­ tertainment committee. Following the singing of "0 Canada", the opening number on the program, James Smith of Woodstock, presented a number of sound pic­ tures, including “London Can Take It”, “Evacuation of the Children From Britain to Canada", and “New’ oldiers are Tough.” The thanks of the gathering were presented to Mr. Smith for his splendid entertainment, by Comrade F. Funnel), the president of the cal branch. 10- Weekly Child Welfare Conference Held The regular weekly child welfare conference was held on Thursday afternoon al the Community “Y”, with 20 infants and preschool child­ ren in attendance, including three infants making their first, visit. Mrs. J. M. Rogers and Mrs. Morrice Tur­ ner assisted Public Health Nurse Miss J. M. McNaughton. CIVIC REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8th' - 11 a.m. ST. JAMES’ ANGLICAN CHURCH All organizations will form up at Armories at 10.30o'clock. Wreaths must be with parade which will proceed via Charles to Thames, to Ann, to Oxford.Director of Ceremonies - L. Smith Parade Marshal - C. Grimes Subject to change if rain FREEDOM Must Be Fought For A n d P aid For Supreme Courage and Fortitude were charac- Nothing Matters Now But Victory (BUY THE NEW Victory Bonds The Ingersoll Telephone Co Limited INGERSOLL -r For the past 18 years he had beenon the staff of this paper and per­ formed his various duties creditablyand faithfully and our regret of hisdeath is deeply felt by all connectedwith this paper.Born in Ingersoll 36 years ago,Mr. David received his education inthe Ingersoll Public School and Col- legiate Institute.He was a member of.' the Inger­soll Board of Education for many years, he served consecutively 10years as chairman, terminating theoffice last year. He was Past Master of King Hiram Lodge, No. 37, A. F.and A. M., Past Patron of AvalonChapter, O.E.S.; member of Harris Chapter, R.A.M.; member of Sam­aritan Lodge, No. 35, I.O.O.F.; Past President of O.E.A.; secondVice-President of the Big Eight So­ciety; member of the Lions Club.Surviving arc his wife, (formerly Miss Evelyn Currie), little son,John Frederick, and his mother,Mrs. Margaret David. On Monday evening, members ofSamaritan Lodge, No. 35, I.O.O.F.,gathered at the home and conducted a service. On Tuesday afternoon,the body was removed to TrinityUnited Church, six members of theLions Club acting as pallbearers. At2.30 o’clock, an impressive funeralservice was conducted by Rev. R. Harold Parr. During the service Mr.Douglas Martin sang a beautifulsolo. Members of the choir of the church led in the singing of thehymns, with Mr. Ewart Bartley, or­ganist of the church presiding at the organ. There was a very large at­tendance at the services. Groups inwhich Mi*. David had been interested attending in a body included KingHiram Lodge No. 37, A. F. & A. M„the Board of Education, the Inger­ soll Schools administrative staffs,the teaching staffs of the publicschools and Collegiate Institute, Samaritan Lodge, No: 35, I.O.O.F.,Avalon Chapter, O.E.S.. and theLions Club. There were also repre­ sentatives from many other organiz­ations and firms including the Sep­arate School Board, the School Boards of Woodstock and Stratfordand the Ontario Educational Asso­ciation. Six members of the I. C. I. Cadets.Wm. Stone, Gerald Stone, DavidStone, Jack Butler, W, Burton and Jack Eidt, acted as ushers andflower bearers. The pallbearerswere Robert Walton, Hilton Gregg, C, W. Riley, Fred C. Moore, Dr. C.A. Osborn and J. L. Young. Inter­ment was made at the Ingersoll Rural Cemetery, where the Masonicservice was conducted by W.M. Dr.C, A. Osborn and Very Wor. Bro, H. T. Bower of King Hiram Lodge.As the funeral cortege movedpast the Separate School, the pupils with their teachers, the Sisters,stood with bowed heads paying asilent tribute to the deceased. The beautiful flowers bearing sym­pathetic messages, were receivedfrom many out-of-town as well as from local organizations and friends. C.I.A. Staff Dance Draws Large Crowd Hallowe'en decorations were effec­ tively used in the town hall on Thursday evening for the dance sponsored by the C.I.A. Staff of the Morrow Screw and Nut Company Limited. Pumpkins, corn ad otheA autumn decorations had been at*tractively arranged on the platfornl by the staff members. The music was supplied by Bob. Wybrow's orchestra of London and the large crowd present displayed their appreciation of his style. J. M. Malcolm Was Kiwanis Club Speaker Vice-President Samuel 8. Shelton presided on Thursday evening for regular weekly meeting of the Inger­ soll Kiwanis Club held at the St, Charles Hotel Coffee Shop. The meeting which was well attended was ’toed by Mr. J. M. Maleotm. The «p. most interesting and Banner—Banner hall was crowded with the large number of friends and neighbours who gathered in honor of the recent marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Knox. Mr. Alex. Rose was a jovial chairman and pre­ sided over the following program:— Piano duets by Mrs. L. Lane and Miss Lane of Mossley; vocal duets by Misses Annie Clark and EileenWaring, accompanie/ by Mrs. Waring; reading by Sirs. J. Rath of Putnam; vocal solo by Mr. John Sutherland of Dickson's Corners,and a violin soltf by Mr. Chas. Waring accompadied by Mrs. War­ ing. Mr. Jack Calvert read an ad­ dress and Mr. and Mrs. Knox were presented W>th an armchair, gate­ leg table and mirror, by Messrs.Calvin Suthpfland, Ray Newman and Harley &*mmond. Elmer thank­ ed the friends for the lovely gifts. Brief congratulatory speeches were given by Messrs. Geo. Suther­ land of Putnam; D. W. Calvert. Chas. Waring, J. E. Bobier and Wm. Little of Walker’s and Mr. Johnson of London. Refreshments were ser­ ved and dancing concluded the evening. Prior to her marriage, Mrs. Knox was guest of honor at a pantryshower held at the home of Mrs. Wm. McDermott. Thieves Busy Here On Saturday Night The apartment of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cannom, Thames street, was ransacked on Saturday night evident­ ly in search of money. Entrance was gained by forcing a door during thetemporary absence of Mr. and Mrs. Cannom. The only thing reported missing was a brooch. Soon after being notified of the burglary, police received word ofa car being ditched on Highway No.19, south of Ingersoll. This proved to be a car stolen from Thayer's Ltd. Late in the evening, Archie Harris, Harris street, notified the police of the theft of a dump truck from the rear of his residence. Through the efforts of the Tillsonburg police, the truck was recovered. It had been abandoned in a ditch near Court­ land. MRS. ALFRED KNIGHTS TAKEN BY DEATH COMEDY ENJOYED BY LARGE AUDIENCES Following an illness of long dur­ ation, one of Ingersoll’s most highly esteemed and well known residents in the person of Mrs. Alfred Knights, passed away on Friday evening at the family residence, Thames street. The late Mrs. Knights who was in her 65th year, was born in Tor­ onto and came to Ingersoll about 39 years ago, and by her cheery smile and ever kindly nature, had endear­ ed herself to scores of friends. She was a devoted member of ,St. James’ Anglican Church and while health permitted was very active in church work. For 18 consecutive years she was president of the Women's Auxi­ liary of the church and a life mem­ ber, and gave of her time and talent unstintingly in the work of the so­ ciety. Left to mourn the passing of dearly beloved wife and mother are her husband and two daughters, Mrs. Victor Shipton and Mrs. Ronald Palmer, both of Ingersoll. sur­ viving is one brother, Benjamin Spinlove, Detroit, Mich., one sister, Mrs. Edward Ling, West Hill, On­ tario, and four grandchildren, to all of whom the sympathy of their many friends is extended. in their sad loss. The funeral was held on Monday afternoon from the Fred S. Newman Funeral Home to St. James’ Angli­ can Church, where service was con­ ducted at 2.30 o’clock, by the rec­ tor, Rev. H. E. Merifield, assisted by Rev. W. E. V. McMillen of Simcoe, former rector of the parish. The many beautiful floral tokens and the large attendance at the service, bbre testimony to the esteem and respect in which the late Mrs. Knights was held. The honorary pallbearers were F. A. Ackert, Clare Ackert, S. Sumner, Edward Ship­ ton, Harry McMulkin, and John Palmer, (Tillsonburg.) The pall- fearers were Earl Matthews, James Matthews, F. G. Rich, W. E. Cragg, George Beck and John Lee. Inter­ ment was made in the Ingersoll Rural Cemetery. James R. Elliott Passes At Vancouver “Aunt Tillie Goes To Town”, the three-act play presented under the auspices of the Evening Guild of St. James’ Anglican Church, drew large audiences both Wednesday and Thursday evenings. The play, writ­ ten by Wilbur Braun, was produced by special arrangement with Samuel French (Limited) Toronto. Decidedly humorous all the way through, the play had many hilar­ ious moments. The plot which be­ came more and more involved was unravelled only when “Aunt Tillie Goes To Town.’’ Each member of the cast contributed a fine performance which did much for the success of the play. The cast is as follows: “Lucinda Talbot”, Mrs, Gladys Weld; “Tillie Trask", (Aunt Tillie), Helen Hawkins; “Mervin Tucker”, Alan Horton; “Ronald Howland,” Arthur Nunn; “Lizzie Parsons", Margaret Elliott; "Pamela Marsh", Edith Wilson; "Ellen Necland", Mrs. Elsie McNab; “Luther Lorrimer", Jack Cole; “Charlie Wun Lung”. Bill Garratt; "Mrs. Tillie Tucker", Mrs. George Boak; Dr. Hattie Bing,” Mrs. Grace Cole. The play was directed by Mrs. C. K. Long and Mr. Long was in charge of make-up. Those in charge of stage management were Mrs. Clark Pellow and Mrs. F. G. Rich and Mrs. H. G. Gillespie was in charge of properties. During the evening piano select­ ions were given by Jack Morgan. The stage sets were arranged through the courtesy of the Little Theatre Guild with thanks to Stanley J. Smith, Mrs. Harold Wilson, president of the Evening Guild, welcomed the audience each evening and ex­ pressed appreciation to all those who had assisted in any way. Mrs. C. K. Long was presented with gifts by the Evening Guild in appreciation of her splendid work. At the conclusion of the play on Thursday evening, the Guild enter­ tained the members of the cast and those who had assisted in other ways. PARISIAN LAUNDRY DRY CLEANERS AND DYERS. Family Washfeg 5c lb. Pick-opand delivery, Monday, Wednes­ day and Friday. S. M. Douglas &Sons, Phone 65. , WANTED AT ONCE Telephone Operator. Apply toNational Selective Service Office. Ingersoll, Ont,22-tf. WE PAY CASHr exchange new merchandise for-Used Furniture, Stoves, SewingMachines, Phonographs,—S. MDouglas 4 Sobs, King street east,rhone 85 — Furniture, Stove*. Wall Paper, Paint, Floor Otver-»ngs, Bl&Xets, Dishes. WANTED TO BUYFeathers, feather beds of all des­criptions. Highest prices paid.Send particulars to Queen City Feather Gdmpany, 23 BaldwinStreet, Toronto. INSIST ON - - Wilson's* Dairy QUALITY PRODUCTS Phone 32 Ingersoll STORAGE FOR FURNITURE — CALL 304 — P. T. WALKER IN S U R A N C E CROWN LIFE AGENT W. L. NAGLE181 Thames St. 5. Pb*n» 2 FRED S. NEWMAN FUNERAL HOME PHONE 273 INGERSOLL GET YOUR VITAMINS Capsule* - Tablet* or Liquid Mr*. Rose McClurkin Passes In Hamilton The death occurred on Frida^ , morning last, at the residence of her son, Arthur McClurkin, Hamilton, of Mrs. Rose McClurkin, following a long period of ill health.. The late Mrs, McClurkin who was in her 71st year, was born in East Oxford, and had been a highly es­ teemed and well known resident of North Oxford, just outside the town limits, for 25 years. Left to mourn the passing of a beloved mother are two sons, Arthur and Fred McClurkin, both of Ham­ ilton. Also surviving are four brothers and one sister, as follows: Robert Smith, Oxford Centre; Charles Smith, Curries; Richard .Smith, Paris; George Smith, Toron­ to; Mrs, Edward Hartsell, East Ox­ ford, to all of whom the sympathy of their many friends is extended- The funeral was held from the Fred S. Newman Funeral Home, corner King and Duke streets on Sunday afternoon, where an impress­ ive service was conducted at three o’clock by Rev. F. Ellis of Hamil­ ton. There was a large attendance at the service and the beautiful floral tributes also bore testimony to the high esteem in which deceased was held. Interment was made in the Ingersoll Rural Cemetery, the pall bearers being Messrs. George Daniel, Wm. Shelton, Frank Kerr, Wes. Armstrong. Fred Ellis, Wm. King. Word reached here this week ofthe death which occurred in Van­ couver on Monday evening, of JamesRezeau Elliott, a former resident of►Ingersoll. The late Mr. Elliott who was in his 85th year, passed awaysuddenly nt the home of his son, Dr. B. S. Elliott.Mr. Elliott was born in West Ox­ford. For many years he farmed in that district, retiring to Ingersoll,about 1906. He was a member ofTrinity United Church and of King Hiram Lodge, No. 37, A. F. and A.M. About a year ago, Mr. and Mrs. Elliott went to Vancouver to maketheir home with their son, Mrs. EL liott predeceased him in May ofthis year. A highly esteemed resi­dent of the community, sincere re­ gret at his passing will be feltthroughout the district.Surviving are one son, Dr. ByronS. Elliott, Vancouver, and twodaughters, Miss Edith Elliott, Tor­ onto and Mrs. Edward F. Kirkness,Baltimore. Maryland. The funeral will be held onTuesday afternoon from the PrestonT. Walker Funeral Home, with ser­ vice at 2 o'clock. Masquerade Party Held in S. A. Citadel A delightful Hallowe’en masquer­ ade party was held at the Salvation Army Citadel on Thursday evening last, by the Guides and Brownies and members of the Salvation Army. Games and contests were heartily entered into and enjoyed by the large number present. At the close oof the evening, a delicious Hallow­ e’en lunch was served.| The hall presented a most attrac­ tive appearance with its many Hal­ lowe'en decorations which formed a perfect background in keeping with the fun of the evening. Prizes were presented for the most outstanding costumes, and were won by Beatrice Budd, Myrtle Johnston, Alan Pittock and Bill Kerr. High Scores At The Duplicate Bridge Club The Ingersoll Duplicate BridgeClub met on Monday evening at the"Y". There were 8 tables in play and the high scores were:North snd South •Miss E. Barber. Mrs. L. Hasel ton,plus 6; Mrs. A. P. Gundry, Mrs.George Beck and W. H. Arkell,Mrs. T. D. Maitland, tied plus 1;Mrs. W. J. Elliott, Mrs. N. Harper ■nd Dr. L. W. Staples. Mrs. R. Mc­Kay. tied minus 1; H. G. Hall, Miss R. Cuthbertson, minus 6, Mrs. A. J. Kennedy. George Beck, plus 23; Mrs. R. Henley, A. J. Ken­nedy, plus 10%; Mia* M Wilson, Mrs. R. A. Stone, minus 3; Mrs, J,A. Cole, Mrs.. W, E. Cragg, minus3%. Next week's meeting will be held Legion Branch Plan Sunday Memorial Service Members of Branch 119 Canad­ian Legion, are continuing to makeplans in connection with the re­membrance and memorial Sunday service to be conducted at St.James’ Anglican Church on Sunday morning next at 11 o’clock. To thisend the following organizations are requested to be in attendance: TheJ.O.D.E, Chapters, Boy Scout* Girl Guides, all Service Clubs, Ox­ford Rifles and the town council. It is hoped that there will be a largeturnout. All those who are to placewreaths are asked to be at the church on Friday evening at eighto'clock for instructions.The committee for the stool drawrequests all those selling ticket* toturn in the books not sold not laterthan Friday evening at the CanadianLegion rooms. SUMNER’S PHARMACY 80 Thames Street Pbon* 403 WALKER flJNERAL HOME 88 KING STREET WEST 86-304 86-304Preaton T. Walker BARRISTERS PATERSON. START and MAR­SHALL, Barristers and Solicitors. Royal Bank Building, IngersolL PHYSICIANS Two vocal teachers were discuss- I ing the troubles of a student singer ■ for a recital. “What, in your opinion, is wrong , with her?” asked one. “That’s'simple,” replied the other. I “It is just another case of incor­ rect voice-placement." "Hm-m—maybe. Bat just how do you mean that?” “Well, there is only one correct placement for that voice that I can see—a deserted island in the Paci­ fic." H. C. FURLONG, M.D., C.M. PHYSICIAN and Surgeon. Disease*of women and children a specialty.Office over Craig’s Jewelry Store, corner King and Thames street*.Phone—House, 37B - Office, 37. C. A. OSBORN. M.D. L.M.C.C.PHYSICIAN and Surgeon. Surgery and diseases of women a specialty.Office, 117 Duke street, Ingersoll,Phone 456, Beachville Phone 329J4. START IN YOUR OWN PARTTIME BUSINESS If your farmwork, or other occupa­tion does not take all of yourtime, if you are honest and de­ pendable, Military Exempt, will.>ng to work for financial indepen­dence. we invite you to write us.We’ll establish you in your own part time business, supplyinghousehold and farm necessities.Suitable travel outfit required. Write, The J. R. Watkins Com­pany, DepL 0-12, Montreal. Que. AUCTIONEERS ALEX ROSE LICENSED AUCTIONEER for the County of Oxford. Sales in thetown or country promptly attendedto. Terms reasonable. 3. E. BRADY LICENSED AUCTIONEER for theCounties ©f Oxford and Middlesex.Sales in town or country. INSURANCE MOON A MOON FIRE, Life, Automobile, Accident, Plate Glass, Windstorm and In­vestment*. Thames Street Sc nth.Residence, 285 Wellington ureeW Putnam Club Work* For Bomb Victim*1942 LIONS CLUBPatnam—Lact Thursday after­noon, Oct. 29th, the Putnam Aid to Britain Club, held a demonstrationof work at the home of Mrs. D.Allen, Putnam. This work represent­ed what had been accomplished for the month* of August. Septemberand October. It will be packed intoa large bale and sent to bombed-outBritishers through the Admiral Mc­ Dougall Chapter of the I.O.D.E.During the afternoon a penny salewas held which netted 85,00.The ticket wa» drawn on a wool blanket which had been donated byMrs, John Couch and Mrs. H. Un­fold. Mr*. John Park* of London heldthe lueky ticket. Forty-three dollars was realized from the sale oftickets. Lunch was served as a con­clusion of a pleasant afternoon. 6th Annual Ontario Agricultural and Tobacco Carnival TILLSONBURG Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6 and 7 IN ALBERT STEDELBAUER’S STEAM-HEATED GARAGE - BROADWAY STREET Hundreds of dollar* worth of valuable prize*. Crowning of Tobacco and Dairy Queen* by Hon. P, M Minister of Agriculture, <m Saturday, NovemberBORN7. . Entna* accompanied by photo for Tobacco ONTARIO introdaeed by E. J. Ckisboha and the appreciation of the club was «- ROBINSON—At Alexandra Hospi. tel, on Thursday, October 29th, 1»«, to LAX.Help the Lions Club to help hi War Relief and Underprivileged Children's Week. Thia apace contributed to the success of Canada's Attended Telephone Convention In Toronto j*ct. “Strategic M T- N. Dunn, President of th* Ingersoll Telephone Company, Hanry L Stewart, Manager and Harry Watson, Wir* CM*f. attended the Annual €onventiA of th* Indepen­ dent Telephon* A^ocistion held at Hot*!, Toronto, Page^THE INCERSOIjL TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, NOV. 5, 1942 I B E S U R E ^ HAVETHE RIGHT NUMBER... CONSULTTHE DIRECTORY Clear telephone lines for ALL-OUT PRODUCTION Your telephone is put of a vaitcarrying in abnormal wartime load. Don’t let neodleaa delaya hold up meaugea on which production efficiency may depend. HOUSOLDIERS If you cannot get Crown Brand Syrup from your favourite grocer now and then, here is the reason. Because "Crown Brand" in addition to its other uses is being very generally used to help supplement the supply of sugar in Canadian Homes, the demand has increased tremendously. Though there has been a much greater amount of Crown Brand syrup produced this year, even this inaeased supply cannot cope with the shortage of millions of pounds of sugar. > Don't hoard... buy nprmally../we ore making every effort to supply the increased demand, and your grocer will do his best to fill your needs. RUGGED STYLESFOR FALL....Miss Masjorie Roddy of Windsor,spent the week-end in town withrelatives.Mr. and Mrs. .Frank Purdy andMr. and Mm. Richard Kemp andMrs. William Hartsell spent the week-end in Toronto. Mr. John Currie of London and Mr. and Mrs. Elliott, of Brownsville,attended the funeral of the late J.Ferris David on Tuesday. Mr. Joseph Hunt, formerly ofBrantford and now a member of theTribune staff, was called to Pem­broke on Tuesday, owing to thecritical illness of his mother. Messrs. George Seeli of the Uni­ted Paper Mills, Ltd., and Leslie Northey of The Fine Papers, (Lon­don) Ltd., of London, attended the funeral of the late Ferris David onTuesday afternoon. Sgt. Maurice Hughes of ’’D”Company Oxford Rifles (A), sta­tioned in British Columbia, is spend­ ing his furlough with his wife andyong son, Merritt street. Mr. Henry Roddy and Mrs. Wil­liam Desmond of Windsor, and MissBelle Bolton of Detroit, attended the funeral of their nephew and cousin,the late Mr. J. Ferris David onTuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Swallowspent the week-end with the form­er’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Swal­low. Mr. Sidney Swallow has spenttwo years in London, England, wherehe was connected with the FordCompany’s office. Sgt.-Major Fred Storey, Provost Sgt. Edward Washington, PrivatePeter McSherry and Private EdwardCox have returned to Prince George, B.C., where the Oxford Rifles (A)are stationed, after a two weeks'furlough at their homes here. 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And that solemn promise of repayment in full is backed by all the vast resources of the Dominion of Canada. .When the wai4 is over, you w ill want to buy all the things we must deny ourselves now. Then, your Victory Bonds will give you the money to buy all these — and your purchases will provide new employment for our boys when they come home again. What’s your share of the savings job? Well, ''the average Canadian would have to lend to Canada to meet Canada’s need $1 in every $5 of income left after taxes and compulsory savings have been collected. But the average may not fit your case. Your own circumstan­ ces are distinctly your own. You may be able to do better both out of your current income and out of your accumulated savings in the bank—or you may not be able to reach the average. Your share of voluntary savings is every dollar you can possibly spare. HO W TO BUY Give your order Io the Victory Loon salesman who calls on you. Or place it in the hands of any branch of any bank, or give It to any trust company. Or send It to your local Victory Loan Headquarters. Or you can authorize your employer to start a regular payroll sav­ ings plan for you. Bonds may be bought in denominations of $50, $100, $500, $1,000 and larger. Salesman, bank, trust company or your local Victory Loan Headquarters will be glad to give you every assistance in making out your order form. "NOTHING MATTERS NOW BUT VICTORY!” Sacred Heart Pupils Send Smokes Overseas The pupils of the high-school room of the Sacred Heart School were entertained at the home of Billy Warden, Tunis street at a Hallowe'en party on Thursday even­ ing. The rooms were gaily decorated in Hallowe'en colors, and during the evening, refreshments in keeping with the Hallowe’en season were ser­ ved, a large “V” done in orange and black, centering the prettily appointed table. The pupils have held a series of evenings and cigarettes for the boys overseas have been purchased from the proceeds. “I understand she married a struggling young man.” “Yes he struggled, but he couldn’t get away." Boys’ Mackinaw Coats $10.50 Boys’ all wool Renfrew plaid mackinaw coat—three-quarter length. All ’round leather belt, leatherfacing on pockets. Leather cuffs on sleeves. Sizes 14to 18. Priced at......................... $10.50 Men’s Fancy Socks 50c Comfortable weight wool-and-cotton socks in arange of patterns that offers wide choice. Reinforcedheels and toes add to the wear. Sizes 10 toPair ....................................................................... 50c The John White Co., Ltd WOODSTOCK - ONT. More scrap steel and iron is urgently needed if we axe to produce the ships, tanks, planes, guns and munitions necessary to win this war. You are asked todo your part by turning in every available ounce of scrap metal you can find in your home or on your farm. This campaign is from November 1st to December 15th, 1942. In order to facilitate the systematic collection of scrap iron and steel in your County, Wartime Salvage Limited, a Government Company, and the Steel Con­ troller, have completed arrangements with your County Warden and Township Reeve to supervise the collection and sale of the scrap iron and steel you deliver. HERE IS WHAT YOU DO Dig out every ounce of scrap iron and steel you can put your hands on. Township Groups have been formed. Find out from your Township Reeve how and where he wishes you to take yottr scrap. The price to be paid by Wartime Salvage Limited, a Government Company, has been fixed by the Department of Munitions and Supply as fallows: Price at Collection point will be $7.00 per net ton on gronnd. For scrap loaded on can containing leu than 25 tons, price 3. For scrap loaded on cars containing 25 tons or more price will be $10.00 per net ton F.O.B. can. The above prices will be paid for all forms of scrap iron and steel excluding (a) Sheet Tin of any land, (b) Automobile Bodies and Fenders, (c) Stovepipe, and(d) Wooden Attachments. HOW TO DISPOSE OF YOUR SCRAP WHEN COLLECTED! When you have delivered your ecrap to the place designated for your Group in accordance with the instructions of your Township Reeve, you can then— ★ 1. Sell your scrap metal to the Government Agency and divide the proceedsof such sale among the various members of your Group to which youwill be appointed by your Township Reeve, or ★ You may donate your scrap metal to the Voluntary Salvage Corps or ■ Committees functioning in your Community, or - it 3. You may sell your scrap metal to the Government Rgency and then turn over part or all of the proceeds of this sale to the Local Salvage Corps or Local War Charities. Your contribution to the war effort is simplified by this arrangement Don’twait until you are urged by^your Township officials to do this all-important work. Get busy right away. Canada needs, and must have, tons of scrap iron and steel now if we ar^»x* steep our fighting forces armed and ready to win through to victory. TURN YOUR SCRAP STEEL INTO M t r i f f STEEL THE INGERSOLL TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, NOV. 6, 1942 Page 3 Most of us think that buying Victory Bondi and at the sama time keeping up our purchase of stamps and certificates, ia a hardship.Possibly it is, but let's make it a bigger hardship and BUY TILL IT HURTS.Surely we can lend, at a profit, when so many other! are giving all. TAIT OPTICAL CO. MMtTED 252 DUNDAS STREET MET. 2722 J-Of/iDON, ONTARIOALSO SARNIA, WINDSOR, STRATFORD Wn4 CHATHAM. Covt. Appointed Opticians to our Military, Naval and Air Forces time for Christmas. Cards and letters regularly re­ ceived from the boys indicate that the smokes -ire greatly appreciated by them amfthat they have high re­ gards for the generosity of the Morrow Company employees and ap­ preciate the work of the committee in charge of the "Smokes Fund.” Morrow Employees Sending Extra Cigarettes For Christmas Gifts The employees of the Morrow Screw and Nut Company Limited have now subscribed over $1600 to a Special "Smokes Fund”, and in addition to the regular shipment of smokes to the boys from Ingersoll now serving overseas, a special Christmas gift is going forward. This will be a carton of 300 cigar­ ettes and has already been ordered so that it will reach the boys in £ WATSON LINSEED1 & LIQUORICE ^LOZENfiES PUTNAM 0 ------- Rev. T. Garnet Husser was guest speaker at Ailsa Craig United Church on Sunday. A large number from here at­ tended the anniversary services at Banner on Sunday. Rev. Jas. L.Blair of Ailsa Craig, a former pas­ tor here, was guest speaker. Church services will be held hereas usual on Sunday evening next. Pte. Harold Empy of Niagara Falls, spent a few days visiting with his aunt, Mrs. Orwell Breen and Mr.Breen. Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Atkins attended the anniversary services atBanner on Sunday and spent the day with Mr. and Mrs Ed. Ovens. Miss Emo Erwin of Ingersoll, spent Sunday with .her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Erwin. Digestion Process of Life Acute indigestion may arise from over­eating or the use of food which is difficultto digest.But chronic indigestion, which stays Withyou. causing sleepless nights, headaches,bodily pains and depressed spirits, isusually the result of torpid liver and con­stipation. The process of digestion is heldup and the body is poisoned by accumulatedwaste matter.The use of Dr. Chase’s Kidney-LiverPills helps to arouse the torpid fiver toaction, the bile flows treely to the intestines,stimulating these organs and soon every­thing is going fine. What a pleasure it is toenjoy your meals and feel that there will bono discomfort, afterwards. BANNERThe anniversary services of Ban­ner United Church were held onSunday, Nov. 1st A former pastor,Rev. Jas. L. Blair of Ailsa Craig,preached to large congregations atboth services. In the morning hissubject was "Indifference, a Stumb­ling Block,” and in the evening hespoke on "The Christian Advance.”The Dorchester Anglican Churchchoir had charge of the music atthe morning service. Two anthems,“Angels of Light”, and “His Nameis Glorious,” and a duet, “ThoughYour Sins Be As Scarlet^’, by Mrs.Jelly and Mr. Frank Rickard, weregreatly enjoyed. At the evening ser­vice, Banner choir sang two anthems,“More Like the Master, and/’.Guide Me O My Savious.” Mik." Hussersang a lovely solo, “Spirit of God.”Rev. Jus. L. and Mrs. Blair andMiss Myrtle Blair of Ailsa Craig,and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Leslie ofKintore, were guests of Mr. andMrs. Geo. Leslie on Sunday. Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs.H. Thornton included Mr. and Mrs.Frank Caffyn and family of West Oxford; Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Wal­ker and family of Avon; Mr. andMrs. Allen of Putnam and Mr. andMrs. Ingram of Stratford.Mr. and Mrs: Gordon Elliott ofBeachville, Mr. and Mrs. Chas.Burks and Mr. Chas. Rudd of Put­ nam; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Arm­strong of Dickson’s Corners; Mr.and Mrs. Bruce McKay, Billie and Ann of Thamesford, were guests ofMr. and Mrs. Joel Leslie on Sunday.'Born—At Sydney, Nova Scotia, toLance Corporal and Mrs. Ralph Thornton, a son—(Aubrey Bruce.)The annual Hallowe’en party washeld at the school on Friday after­ noon. Costume prizes were won byBetty Ann Thornton as a Red Crossnurse and Donald Gordon as a Dutch boy.Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Hutchisonof Beachville, were guests of Mrs.C. Ingram on Sunday.Mr . and Mrs. Geo. Hammond.Mrs. M. punter and Mjsa IsobelBruce of Ingersoll, and Miss Mar­ ion Hamipond of Woodstock, spentSunday with Mr? and Mrs. Wm.Bruce. Miss Mildred Calvert of London,spent the week-end with her parents,Mr. and Mrs. £>. W. Calvert. Friends of Mr. Svend Christoffer-son, gathered at his home to spenda farewell evening with him on Oct 28. Svend was presented with a goldwatch and a money belt as a re­membrance from the many friendshe has made since coming to thisdistrict.Mr. and Mrs. Wilburn Hammondof Raysidc. spent Sunday with Mr.and Mrs. Wm. Hammond.Miss Clark of Ingersoll, was aguest with Miss Ruth Clark on Sun­ day.Mrs. W. Breen and Miss RuthCrandall of London, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Calvert.Mrs. R. Jelly, Miss Jean JellyChester, were guests of Mrs. E. and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Couch of Dor-Clark on Sunday. Dr. Chase's U t e Pills PUTNAM Miss Barbara Clifford of London, is spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Clifford. Mrs. Ed. Johnston of Avon, is spending a few days visiting with Mr. and Mrs, Frank’L. Atkins. Mr, Jack Young of Toronto, spent Sunday with friends here. Mrs. N. Keys and daughter, Irene, visited with Mrs. E. Clark on Sun­ day. VETERANS “GET BACK INTO THE FIGHT”DORCHESTER NO. 40 COMPANY VETERANS GUARD OF CANADA (Active Service) NOW BEING MOBILIZED AT STRATFORD, ONTARIO Those eligible for enlistment are Veterans of the War 1914*1918 — up to 55 years of age — and down to C-l medical category. Many Valuable Services Can Be ’’ Performed By Vets — At Home and Overseas! For information regarding enlistment, apply to: NO. 1 DISTRICT DEPOT, WOLSELEY BARRACKS, LONDON NO. 1A DISTRICT DEPOT, ST. LUKES RD., BARRACKS, WINDSOR Or Contact the Mobile Recruiting Unit in Your District. Following a lengthy illness thedeath occurred on Saturday of Paisley Keegan at his home Lot 12Con. 1. The late Mr. Kaegan waswell known in this district where he had resided for many years. Funeralservices were held on Monday after-,noon at the R. A. Logan Funeral Home with Rev. W. J.V Taylor <»flii-|ciating. Pallbearers were WilliamCrockett, J. Calvert, E. L. Crockett, David Calvert, C. E. Barr and W.W. Wallis. Interment was made inDorchester Union Cemetery. Mr. Keegan is survived by his widow,Mrs. Lucy Keegan. The Mission Band of the United Church met in the church parlors onMonday afternoon with a good atten­dance and the president, EileenHunter in the chair. The meetingopened by repeating “Our Members’Purpose, a hymn and prayer byMrs. Skinner. Stories were given byEileen Hunter and Mrs. Nigh. Rid­dles were in charge of Laurel Rathand a contest conducted by Mrs. Skinner. The me<ing was closedwith a hymn and? prayer, afterwhich lunch was served. A large crowd attended the sale in aid of the Red Cross on Wednes­day evening in the town hall. Messrs.George and Silas Brady had charge of auctioneering the articles, whichincluded vegetables, fruit, fowl, fur­niture. etc., and all found a readysale. Following the sale, slides were shown in the auditorium, these beingin the interest of the Victory Loan.Mr. Porter from the Farmers’ Advo- cate, was also present and gave aninteresting talk on his recent trip toEngland. The remainder of theevening was spent in playing Bingofor which prizes were awarded thewinners. The proceeds from the saleamounted to >58.6b and the totalcleared from the sale and bingo was>104.40. Wednesday ®tov. IHh will start the bridge club and Nov. 18thwill be the beginning of the euchreclub. These will continue through­ out the winter. On the 1st Wednea-day in December the Red Cross willhold a ealico darsee and the 1st Wed­ nesday in January will be a bingoheld under thia a unices. OXFORD COUNTY VICTORY LOAN MUST GO OVER THE TOP f $5 0 0 ,0 0 0 IS NEEDED THIS WEEK Back up the boys who are fighting your battles on the war fronts of the world. Call Your Canvasser or go to Your Bank Today INGERSOLL VICTORY LOAN COMMITTEE Thames Street Page 4 THE INGERSOLL TRIBUNE, THURSDAYr NOV. 5r 1942Looking Back 25 Y «n From the Files of The Oxford Tribune, Ingersoll, Canada, Thursday, November 8th, 1917 FRL - SAT.—NOV. 6-7 GEORGE FORMBY inSOUTH AMERICANGEORGE” Added Attraction—“TWILIGHT ON THE TRAIL” Featuring William BoydAlto—-NEWS and SHORT MON. - TUES—NOV 9-10Norma Shearer . Robert Taylor— in —“HER CARDBOARD LOVER”With George Sander* Added Attraction—“THE MYSTERY OFMARIE ROGET” — STARRING —Maria Montes - Patrie Knowlei Abo—NEWS and SHORT WED. - THURS—NOV. 11-12 Tyrone Power - Joan Fontaine — IN — “THIS ABOVE ALL” Added Attraction— ANNA MAf WONG in “BOMBS OVER BURMA” AI.O—SELECTED SHORT — MATINEES — MON. - WED.- - SAT.- At 2.15 p.m. J^TCOBAC FOR A MILD, COOL, iMOKE An East London man who hadbeen advised by his solicitor upon the matter of making everythingover to his wife in case he was killed! in an air raid, later wrote tohis legal adviser thus: "Dear sir: Having as you advised, put all my possessions in my wife’s name, re­ gret to say I now have no money to pay you for your services." The following officers were elect­ ed by the Alexandra Hospital Trust at the organization meeting: Presi­ dent, George Sutherland; vice-presi­ dent, Thomas Seldon; treasurer, R. J. Robertson; secretary, W. J. El­ liott; finance committee, J. E. Boles, (chairman); R. J. Robertson and J. E. Gayfer; executive committee, W. J. Elliott, (chairman), Thomas Sel­ don, James Enright and E. A. Wil­ son. Practically all repairs to the hospital as well as the Carroll wing addition have about been completed. The new X-ray machine, the gift of Mr. Spurgeon Poole of West Ox­ ford, has been installed. Miss Rowsom of Port Hope, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. John Humphrey. “Sr. and Mrs. A. Kerr of Kit­ chener spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Seldon. The Ladies’ Guild of the Metho­ dist Church bald a very successful A. B. C. sale and an "At Home” at the home of Mrs. F. G. Walley, on Wednesday afternoon.Pte. Newton Chambers of Sal­ford, who some few months ago was invalided homo from France, is now doing clerical work -at the armories, London. The following officers were elect­ ed at the annual meeting of the Altar Society of the Church of the Sacred Heart, on Sunday afternoon: Honorary President, Rev. J. J. Gnam; President, Mrs. A. H. Mc­ Dermott; Vice-President, Mrs. Wil­ liam Kirwin; Secretary, Miss Alice McDermott; Treasurer, Miss J. Comiskey. The regular meeting of the Town Council was held in the council chambers on Monday evening. Mayor Buchanan drew the attention of the council to the coming Victory War Loan. The mayor said this was Canada's opportunity to become thrifty while at the same time help in a tangible way to win the war. He contended that-in the matter of munition work Ingersoll had been the most favored town in Canada and in view of this it would be a pity if the town did not subscribe at least $300,000 or perhaps $500^000 to the loan. The Ingersoll Canoe Club were entertained at the home of Miss Edna Banbury on Hallowe’en night and spent a very enjoyable time.Mr. H. L, Stratton of Aylmer,visited his sister, Mrs. G. R. Stone, Mount Elgin, last week. The Beachville Red Cross shipped to Toronto a consignment of 99 , socks, pyjamas and bedjackets this week. They also presented Pte. Nix­ on who is home on furlough with a sweater coat and an address. The Ladies’ Mission Circle of the Salford Baptist Church elected the following officers for the new year: President, Mrs. Wilburn Foster; Vice-President, Mrs. J. Pollock; Secretary-Treasurer, Mrs. S. P. Ranney. The Oxford County organization in connection with Canada’s Victory Loan, has now been completed. Those from Ingersoll serving on the honorary committee are: J. C. Nors­ worthy, Donald Sutherland, M.P., J. A. Coulter, C. C. L. Wilson, C. H. Sumner, Dr. Rogers, Mayor J. V. Buchanan. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ellery and family of Mount Elgin, motored to Toronto on Sunday and spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Bishop. Stanley R. Moon, Charles Cltfjs- tie, Lome McDougall and C. U. Robinson left Monday morning for Toronto and reported to the Canad­ ian naval authorities and from there will leave for Halifax to go into training. Mrs. Ray Hegler of London, spent the week-end in town with her par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. F. McDougall. Mr. Chas. Caverhill of Mount El­ gin, has gone to Muskoka for the hunting season. Pte. Oscar Silverthoni who is at­ tached to the Engineers’ Corps at Ottawa is visiting in Verschoyle this week. The Epworth League of the Methodist Church was responsible for the appearance of Lieut. C. Boulding of Torohto, at the church on Monday evening, who gave an ex­ cellent address on the Battle of Vimy Ridge in which he took part. FULL COURSE MEALS 35c up WHOLESOME FOODSQUICK SERVICE FISH and CHIPS - 20c STAR CAFE 95 Thame* St, Inganoll • Phone 497W • The following programme was also given: Miss M. Winders, vocal solo; Mr. Wood, address; Misses Ken- and Boyce, instrumental duet; Miss Wood, solo. Mrs. Sheppard of the parsonag-c, Duke street, received for the first time since coming to Ingersoll, last week. The tea table was presided over by Mrs. Stoneman and Miss Dundass. — PHONE 115 — Q u a lit y Count* at WILFORD'S and Coat* No More! Thinking of Chrittma*? Pure Linen Toweling—39c to 75c Pure Linen Damask Table Cloth and Napkins, $16.95 to $29.75Pure Linen Guest Towels, em­broidered ........5Oc to $1.25Printed Luncheon Cloth, verysmart..............$1-29 to $3.95 Fancy Bath Towels 2Sc to $1.89 Linen Handkerchiefs— 25c to 5Oc Linen Initialed/ Hlndkrechiefs, 1 19c to 25c Linen Gents’ Cord Edge Ini-itialed Handkerchiefs ..35c Beautiful Starves 59c to $2.00 Kid Gloves........$1.75 to $3.29 Washable Doe Skin White andNatural ......$1.59 to $2.25 Hand Bags .........$1.59 to $7.50 Dainty Neckwear, 29c to $1.39 See Our New Draperies and Curtain* Soon! W. W. WILFORD INGERSOLL RSARY 1817 * 3rd NOVEMBER ♦ 1942 Are Yon Concerned About the fuel questionfor next winter? Are youtoo warm? Insulate for summer com­fort and winter economy. it is patriotic to use lessreal. FIBREGLASS and PALCO Now in Stock Let u> give you an estimate H enry O G D E N BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES Phone 26 Ingersoll J! >nous deeds for humanity have brightened the t cars.of the century and a quarter through which the B l Ui.k of Montreal has lived and served Canada. Sordid deeds of treachery and tyranny cannot detract from he record of courage, faith and achievement made by democratic, freedom-loving nations and peoples. anada, in the 125 years of the Bank's existence, has grown W| •rom a pioneer colony to a state great among nations in W weald), world-wide activities and influence. Born when Canada was still a wilderness, with here and there a town, the Bank of Montreal has marched, worked and fought beside Canadians of all generations since 1817, assisting in every field of endeavour to build and preserve the nation. r We re-dedicate on this our 125th Birthday all our ’ accumulated experiepce, knowledge, technical skill and financial strength to the service of Canada and her citizens. ALWAYS SERVING CANADA When the Bank of Montreal began business on November 3,1817, the only transportation W in Canada was provided by horse, r wagon, stagecoach,canoe and river packet. There was no means of communication, excepting letters delivered by courier. There was no common currency. instantaneous communications between all parts of the coun­ try and with all parts of the world, and a stable system of banking which gives wings to I As on our 100th Birthday, in 1917, we now find Canada, to­ gether with her sister dominions and her allies, fighting with all her strength, but confidently, for freedom and all that free­ dom bolds. In 1942, the picture of Canada pre­ sents a modernly equipped nation with gigantic industries, networks of railroads and motor highways, great steamship lines, continental airlines. In this picture, builded into it for twelve and a half decides, generation after generation, stands the Bank of Montreal, now with hundreds of branches, strong with youth, experienced with age—still serving Canada, in this latest time of aim. “A BANK WHERE SMALL ACCOUNTS ARE WELCO Redecorate Your W indow s New Draperies New Curtains * H tn .in i., WALKER STORES LIMITED