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mamuumm CWWWJ-lcuwalbe- mumumm. â€"NdMuhmMmMc-efln¢ VOL. 66.â€"N O. 3388 Town Tax Roll The regular monthly meeting of the town council Mondey evenlng almost business to be disposed of being very light, and resulting in en early rising of the town fathers. Routine business occupied the meter part of the time A report from Dr. Smith, the Medi- cal Officer of Health. showed thet the local slaughter houses and duties were in good condition, md that the health generally in town was good. Permission was given the Hockey Club to W street dance on June 24. The finance committee passed ac- counts amounting to $326.10, while by resolution Assessor Scott was paid $100 on salary. An account for $194.38 from the county council. half charges by the muskoka hospital. was laid over for further information, and the. county clerk is to be asked tor a little more information before the bill is.paid. A letter from an oil spraying company {or oiling the streets was not consid- A letter was rend tram the London city council asking the council to pass a resolution and forward it to the Provincial Minister of Education call- ing his attention tb the fact that while the council is compelled by law to vote the monies demanded by the High school trustees, they have no say or authority as to the amount or its dis- position This was felt to be a con- dition that should be rectified. The let- ter was ordered filed. There was some discussion about cut- ting the grass along the sidewalks and on the children’s playgrounds, and the petition of the residents on the east side of Elgin street tor the building of a sidewalk was lurther considered. The street is to be surveyed and an estim- ate made of the cost of construction. when tenders will be called for. The council finally decided to close the tax roll and put the collector to work alter the 15th or June. While it was admitted some peOple could not pay their 1931 taxes, there were oth- ers who could. and these latter were taking advantage of the roll being kept Open. They would be made pay. It was reported that the sidewalk at the water tank had become undermined and was in bad condition and would have to be looked after without delay. The meeting was wholly one of rou- tine business and no doubt one of the shortest and most uninteresting of the MARKED ANNIVERSARY OF SIR JOHN A.’S DEATH Sir John A. Macdoneid has been dead these 41 yeers. but his snirit marches on and the party he founded Toronto by the decoration of his mon- ument in Queen's Park. This commemorative ceremony has now become established as an annual event, and Monday was the fourth. In his short address Premier Henry said: “There is a passage in Holy Writ which reads: ‘Not unto themselves but to others do they minister.‘ This pas- sage exemplifies the life of Sir John A. Macdonald. He built the foundation on which this country grew to nationhood and he built it firmly and well. How much he loved British principles and the years his memory mu grow a» greener in the minds of the people.” tions, sentiments in a man are of no account if they do not come forward to strengthen him for the better dis- charge of the duties which devolve up- on him in the ordinary affairs of life.â€" Henry Ward Beecher. ThursMy Spoke My. Closes Next Week for Robbed Home of Eisner: Rum. Nor- mby, Last Sunday, and W Later :3 Mount Fol-at by Constables YOUTHFUI. "Ill-IF WAS GIVEN SIX MONTHS Arthur ‘Oliver, 19 years old, whose' home is in Stratford, where his par-‘ ents reside, was arrested at Mount Forest last Sunday night on informa- tion laid by Elsmere Rawn, a Norman- by tanner, charged with burglarizing Rawn's home near Barber’s Corners. Oliver had been given 30 months in the relorrnatory at Guelph for rob- bing a service station at Stratford, had served 16 months of the term, and was out on parole. Two years ago he left the employ of Rawn, who re-en- gaged him after his parole, and it was while in the employ of the Normanby man that the theft was committed. Oliver had been only four days out of custody when his last theft was com- mitted. On Sunday last Mr. and Mrs. Rawn and family attended church, leaving Oliver at home. - When they returned they found he had disappeared, and with him an 8-day automobile clock, diamond ring, bracelet, brooch, a locket and chain and a couple of bank books. Traffic Officer Hood was no- titled, and, with Constable Scott of town, conducted an investigation. They found Oliver at Mount Forest in the lock-up, where he had requested and was given accommodation for the night. He was caught with the goods on him, brought to Durham that night, lodged in the local jail, and taken to Owen Sound Monday morning. Re- manded to Tuesday, he appeared be- fore Police Magistrate Spereman and pleaded guilty.. With his plea of guilty he also ad- mitted that he had been in quite a lot of trouble around Stratford and elsewhere, and had told Officer Hood he had been light-fingered since two years of age. Magistrate Spereman sentenced him to six months determinate and six months indeterminate in the Ontario Reformatory. In addition to this he will have to serve his fourteen months’ unexpired term. CHILDREN BATHE IN STREETS AFTER STORM One of the heaviest rainfalls in many} years occurred in Kitchener and Wat- erloo Saturday between 12 and 1 o’clock! when one and one-third inches of wa- ter fell according to the Government record. It was a steady, heavy down- pour for an hour and hundreds of in- tersections were turned into ponds as the gutters were unable to handle the great volume of water. In one section of King street the main business thor- oughfare. the water was level from curb to curb and the waves when cars pass- ed through went over the sidewalks. Many cellars were flooded. In the Union Boulevard section cars which a- ;tempted to get through the deep wa- gter were stalled and children seized the opportunity to don their bathing suits and bathe on the streets. At Ba- den some business places were flooded to a depth of several feet. The field in .this section were badly flooded. Some Sections of King Street, Kitchen- er. Flooded Depth of Curb.â€"Cars Iron Guelph Prison Farm. After an illness of only three days, Mrs. John MacChesney died at her home in Owen Sound at noon last Monday in her 65th year. The late Mrs. MacChesney was born in Egre- mont township, her maiden name be- ing Eliza McFadden, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John McFadden. latterly citizens of Durham. The de- ceased grew to womanhood 1n Egre- mont and 41 years ago was married to Mr. MacChesney, who survives, with two som and two daugthers, James of St. Catharines, John, Mrs. John Fla- velle, and Mrs. John Berwhlstle. all of Owen Sound. One brother sisters also survive, William Glenelg, Mrs. John Bailey tinck, and Misses Minnie, M: MRS. JOHN MMCHESNEY OBITUARY flve Sacco-dd King’s may Celebnthn The King's Birthday was right roy- ally celebrated at Holstein last Friday, and from shortly after noon the vil- lage was the mecca ior one of the lar- gest crowds that ever before assembled here to take part in or watch the sports provided for the day. In these days the undertaking was quite a heavy one for a village the size of Holstein, but with a wide-awake working com- mittee and the co-operation of the citi- Holstein Field Day, - Drew Large Crowd zens the football and softball tourna- ments, which comprised the sports for the afternoon, were run off Without a. hitch and furnished some hours of amusement for those who gathered. There were in all six teams in the boys’ softball, three in the girls, and four teams in the football tournament. The boys’ softball was represented by teams from Dundalk, Mount Forest, Hanover Canada Life, Robbtown, Dur- ham Students and Durham. The girls were representaled by Dundalk, Mount Forest and Durham. In football, there were teams from Cape Croker, Camp Borden, Mildmay and Holstein. Dnmlalk Girls Won The girls’ softball tournament was won by Dundalk. With only three teams in the contest. it was arranged that Dundalk and Mount Forest should play the first game, the losers to play Dur- ham, and then the two winners to de- cide the champion team. Dundalk won quite handily from Mount Forest in the first game, defeating them 21-2.. with the following score by innings: Dundalk ....... V .......... 7 4 2 8 xâ€"21 Mount Forest _______ 0 0 0 2 0â€" 2 1 Mount Forest next played Durham,‘i the latter winning 10- 8, in a game that was not decided until four and a half innings had been played, the garnering of 5 runs in the second and 4 in the third giving the Durham girls an ad- vantage they held until the end, al- though the Mount Foresters were al- ways within striking distance. The score by innings: Mount Forest ............ 3 l 0 1 3â€" 8 Durham ..................... 1 5 4 0 xâ€"lo Dundalk and Durham teams were the competitors in the finals and despite the fact that Dundalk had disposed of Mount Forest 21-2, and Durham had won only by the narrow margin of 10 -8, though they had another inning at ,bat. the final game was evenly con- itested, Dundalk winning out by the narrow margin oi 8-7, with the locals playing their best ball at the close of the game. The score by innings in this Durham Dundalk The line-ups of the teams for the games were: Dundalkâ€"Hibbert, Linley, Moody, A. Montgomery. A. Carson. Lockhart, M. Carson. Curran, M. Montgomery. Mount Forestâ€"Kelly, Rooney, Curry, McPhee, Smith. Broughton, Francis, Durham -â€" Collinson, McDonald, Hahn, Rowe, Thompson, Taylor, Mur- dock, Ritchie, Moore. As a result of their win the Dun- dalk girls captured the $25 prize for first place and Durham $10 for second place. on Fruity Drew Attendance From Over Wide Areaâ€"Good Sports Pro- In the men’s tournament the Durham Students played the first game with the Canada Life team from Hanover, re- sulting in a win for the latter 8-2. Like the girls’ games. each contest was of five innings with the exception of the finals, which went seven innings. The Students and Canada Life, however, had to go an extra inning to break a 2-2 tie, the former failing to score in the extra frame while the Canada Life garnered in 6 runs. The score by in- nings: Durham ................ 000020â€"2 Holstein and Durham regulars played the next fixture, the Durhams winning 6-1. With the exception of the first in- ning, when the Durham team tallied 5 runsxit was a close game, each team scoring only once during the rest of the game, although the Durhams had one inning at hat that was not needed to win. The score in this game was: Holstein ...................... 00100â€"1 next contenders, Mount Forest winning 12to5. The scorelnthis was: Mount Forest .......... 5 2 5 0 0â€"12 Durham and Mount Forest played off in the semi-finals the local . team cap- turing the game 7 to 6, with the fol- (Continued on page 8.) i, ONTARIO, CANADA, THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1932 - Durham Won Men’s Softball Life Muched in Body to Anglican Chuck SM! Evening. Where Annul Ser- mon Wu Delivered by Rev. Mr. Bil- linnlcya-mth Court Officials in At- Canadian Foresters Attended Church church on Sunday evening last. June 5. 1-1er by the Durham Band. they marched to the church with a splen- did turn-out of members, and a good many visitors from surrounding towns. The service was greatly enjoyed by a large congregation. The Rector, Rev. J. Billingsley, preached a sermon from the text, Gen- esis V427, which was very inspiring! and instructive. After the service the| lodge marched back to the lodge room where Wm. Ritchie, chairman, called the members to order. The Chesley male quartette opened the programme. Then Mr. VanSomeren, High Secre- tary C. 0. F., of Brantford, addressed all present on the subject of “Comrade- ship,” after which the quartette again rendered a selection. Mr. Chapin, Med~ ical Officer, C. 0. F., Brantford, ad- dressed those present on “Friendship,” which was appreciated. The quartette again favored the members with an-‘ other selection. A hearty vote of thanks was given to the new minister, wardens and choir. Mayor Murdock welcomed the High Court Officers on behalf of the town and. the members of the Or- der, this being their first visit to Dur- ham. R. E. Richardson recited very ac- ceptably, “The House of Clay.” Reeve Allan Bell gave a very interesting talk “on “Being Small,” after which the *members dismissed by singing “God Save the King." This was the first public appearance of Rev. Mr. Billingsley, recently ap- pointed Rector of Trinity church, who delighted his congregations morning and evening, with his excellent dis- courses, and also at St. Paul’s in the afternoon. In the morning he spoke from I Kings xix:12, “And after the fire a still, small voice.” The speaker emphasized the import- ance of the little things in life. There are a great number of surprises in the world for us and the little things sur- prise us the mostâ€"the little flake of snow, beauty in design, the little flower in the sick-room, the small book or pamphlet in many cases has been the spark for a great many religious, pol- itical and patriotic movements in the world. It is foolish and dangerous to ignore the little things. A parallel was drawn between con- ditions in the days of Jereboam II of Israel and Uzziah King of Judah, when Amos prOphesied to those of today. The little things were forgotten in those days of big business and pros- perity. In a similar manner today there is a get-rich-quick attitude which has excluded attention to the importance of little things. Pe0ple can’t all do big things. God has something for every one to do whether big or small. If each one doesn’t do it then the Lord’s work goes undone. Little things are so often the essential things and are overlook- ed to the destruction of those who ov- erlook them. God Himself speaks not to people in a great loud voice, but in a still voice of calm. Christ laid much stress dur- ing His Ministry upon the importance of the seemingly tiny things. Many think sin is small but it is one of the mightiest things we have. But God has given a wonderful gift to man. Every man has it or has had it. It is conscience, a very small thing but very, very important. “Conscience,” said the speaker, in conclusion, “when develop- ed, guides, guards, controls and directs our thoughts and actions. It becomes one of the greatest controlling forces in life.” In his address to the Foresters at the evening service Mr. Billingsiey chose his text from Genesis V.:2‘1, “And all the days of Methuseiah were 969 year; and he died.” A comparison of the longest life and one of the shortest lives in the Bible. The life of Methuselah teaches‘us that a long, empty life isn't worth very much. The life of Jesus teaches us that a short, full life can have an im- mense influence upon the world for good. Longevity in life does not' matter. It is the fullness of life which counts. The appreciate the fullness of life man must have a goal towards which held their at NovaScotimand'sonottheleteur. and Mrs. Robert Mottat of Durham, at a recent meeting at Montreal. was elected president of the Confectionery Biscuit and Chocolate Industries of Canada at the annual convention. FORIER DURHAII'I'E IN Ill. POSITION Mr. Moffat was born in Gleneig, but left here many years ago to engage in mercantile life in Toronto. Later he identified himself with the Hair firm of Halifax. manufacturers of high- class chocolates, and held the position of sales manager for Ontario for many years. Transferred to the company’s offices at Halifax some years ago. he has steadily risen until he is now in charge of sales for Canada. Mr. Moffat is not yet 50 years of age, and is a cousin of Mr. C. H. Motfat of NARRGW ESCAPE FROM BROWNING MONDAY High School Pupil Rescued in NM 04' Time by CompnloM.â€"Is Now Little the Worse (or Experience. Arthur Adlam, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Adlam of Benflnck, a pupil in Durham High school, had a nar- row escape from drowning last Mon- day afternoon while in bathing at Mc- Gowan’s dam after the 50th hour. Although able to swim a little, he got out of his depth and is thought to have taken a cramp and was in a rath- er bad way when noticed by his com- panions, two of whom went to his res- cue and brought him to shore. He was laid up for a couple of days from the effects, but is now fully recovered and none the worse for his experience. TO DEVELOP BEAUTY SPOT NEAR HANOVER Mr. A. J. Metzger of Hanover, is showing much enterprise in developing a fish hatchery and beauty spot on a farm south of the town, which is a spot of interest for many citizens and which he hopes to develop into a very nice thing. Mr. Metzger has 125 acres about a half-mile east of the “red bridge, which though still in its infan- cy, gives promise of being a real beau- ty spot. A wire fence is being erected. some 3,000 young trees have been planted. the ground levelled and much grass sown. and driveways being built. , A splendid spring-water creek runs ,through the prOperty and part of this Will Build Summer Cottage and De- velop Fish Hatchery. has been diverted into several canals. Last fall some 10,000 young trout were placed in one of the canals, and 30,000 more are expected this week. These deny of Confectionery and Mt Wat-nu of Canada at Recent Meeting in Manual. Mr. George 3. Mott», general mics cording to slze. Ultimately, a large dam will be placed over the stream. and a fish hatchery of some size will be es- tabllshed. Mr. Metzger is building a summer cottage on the place and will develop sufficient electricity there to light the house and grounds. It will take some time before the work being done is completed, and two young fellows are in constant attend- ance, lolting after the place and im- proving it. Mr. Metzger. who is an ar- dent outdoor and fisher man, has shown much enterprise, in developing this spot, and he will have a mighty fine place when it is completed. tions to 'Miss Lenore Reay, dwghter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Reay of Bentinck, who on the 3rd inst. was graduated from Alexandra hospital. Fergus. where she has been a nurse in training for IS FERGUS HOSPITAL GRADUATE who ,were receiving their diplomas, and was urgely attended. AmODB those of ms Reay’s friends who 3t- tended were her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph My, Royden and Cleren, her aeph Edmond; and mu Lottie My. all of munch. Chronicle extends $2.00 a Year in Cumin; $2.50 in U. S. mwxauymsuomu-n- QIeHn‘l'mlhlla-d‘llmm mmmmw The tunnel unquet o! the Penn Youth of South Grey we: held in the town hell on Thursday evening of [at week and, like its predecessors m o, of 275 of the young people and their friends set down to the bountuuny laden tables on the dancing floor. pre- pared by the Ludies' Aid of the Pres- byterhn church, and pronounced by some of the utter dinner speakers as the “best yet." After the bouquet, A1- fred mncks of Prioevllle. was elected tonstmnster, and prOposed the tout to the King. the National Anthem being of tulips by Mrs. (Rev.) B. 0. Arm- strong. on behelt of the Presbyterian church. Miss Jew Harding of town en- tertained with piano instrumentals during the supper hour. Quite a lengthy programme in the upper hell followed, which was pre- sided over by Mr. Hincks, the presi- dent. Miss Pearl Acheson. Chatsworth. spoke on “The Present Day Social 0r- der,” m which she gave as her reasons for the present depression the World War. extravagant, living and wild spec- ulation. Miss Irene Marshall. Flesher- ton, gave a talk on “Disarmament" and Miss Mary Anderson, Glenelg, on “The Banalities of War." Addresses were given by F. R. Oii- ver, M..L.A.. and Miss Mecphaii, M.P.. the former expressing his npprecietion of the evening. and Miss Mecpheii on the coming Economic Conference at Ottawa. In lighter vein the Durham quartette composed of Messrs. T. V. Bell. G. A Bell, C. Lang and C. Graft gave a couple of selections. Miss Marlon La- mont of Elmwood, gave a humorous reading, with solos from Mr. Orchard. of Minesing and Nelson Eccles. of Dro- While the programme was in pro- gress upstairs. the lower floor was be- ing cleared of the tables and dishes. when the gathering spent two or three hours in dancing to music supplied by the Dory orchestra from Cedarvilic. Every township in Grey county was represented, the Chronicle was in- formed. as well as many points outside the county. and the committee in charge are to be congratulated on the success of their annual banquet. Speaker Denomces Pastors Who [Smoke World Needs Help of God Snake: Tells Any minister who smokes or plays cards is remiss in his duty as a presch- er, Fred W. Hodgson declared Sunday afternoon in Massey Hall before a meeting. sponsored by himself and Rev. W. G. Clarke. called, according to notices, “for all who feel the need of prayer in order to avert the catas- trophe which threatens the world." I} ever the world needed God's help. it was now, said Mr. Hodcson. The world would not be in its present can- dltlon if all men had been insplred by the Holy Spirit. At the same time. he pointed out, lt was not enough to practlse Christianity only ln 3 crlsls. “I believe a man who is called upon to prewh the gospel of Jesus Christ must purify himself if he would have others pure.” sald w. Hodcson. “I have no hesitation in saying our 8a- viour would not have been found in such a place nor with a cigar in his mouth walking along the streets. I don’t believe any such thing; I believe in a pure religion. “Wimen it comes to ministers of the Gospel indulging in these habits, per- naps not harmful in themselves out considered uncertain. I think they are m when it m in trouble. be sad. Stresses Purity of Religion.