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| BEFORE Publicity, Mrs. McAleavy in absence Oof Miss Ogilvie, Timmins. Citizenship, Mrs. Costello, South Porâ€" cupine Junior Mrs. Burnett in absence Juniors conference, report and disâ€" cussions all correspondence was read and followed by reports from Diocesan Conveners, which were as follows: Organizationâ€"Mrs. A. Dorschner, Timmins. War Workâ€"Mrs. W. Wilkes, Iroquois Falls. Magazinesâ€"Mrs. P. McAleavey, Timâ€" mins. Study Clubâ€"Miss B. McKeown, South Porcupine. Educationâ€"Mrs. Hogan, Haileybury, which was read by Mrs. S. McGillevray in her absence. Scholarship, Mrs. Copps, Timmins, Social Welfare, Mrs. Goodman, Cobalt, in her absence was yead by Mrs. Conray, Cobalt. Bisters Service, Mrs. Carmichael in fAbsence of Mrs. Davis, Kapuskasing. Il Phone 112 Timmins South Porcupine â€" Ont. ' 00 000 006 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o The afternoon session was resumed with the League prayer and hymn, followed by "O Canada". A delicious luncheon was served unâ€" ger the convenership of Mrs. Fedor, assisted by the Junior C. W. L. membâ€" ers, with Mrs. White and Mrs. Tokar pouring tea, during which Mrs. J. Aitâ€" ken rendered musical selections. A splendid war work report was given by the convener, Mrs. Wilkes, Iroquois Falls. The President stressed the importance of answering all corâ€" respondence and particularly with out full coâ€"operation in this respect a complete report could not be sent to the National Conveners. Mrs. See then gave a very complete and interesting report on the twentyâ€" fifth C. W. L. ‘National Convention which was held in Montreal during the month of June. Subâ€"division annual report followed showing very successâ€" ful year for the C. W. L. throughout the Diocese, each subâ€"division doing a great deal of war work along with the sick and other parochial work. Minutes of the tenth Annual Conâ€" Â¥ention were read and also minutes of the exequtive meeting, held the preâ€" vious evening, followed by the Treasâ€" urer‘s very complete report presented by Miss A. Sullivan of South Porecupine. After the roll call the following comâ€" mtteées were formed. Resolutions, Mrs. V. Cotnam of Timmins, assisted by Mrs. D. Fox, Timmins. Elections, Mrs. McGuire, Schumacher, as chawman, assisted by Mrs, Le Garry of New Lisâ€" keard. The Convention was held in the Air Port Hotel and Mrs. N. Sullivan hostess President extended a very warm welcome to the and visitors, followed by the Presidential rddress by Mrs. H. See. The meeting which was opened with the League Prayver followed by prayers for the Armed Forces, and the deâ€" ceased members. ‘Thursday morning â€" delegates and visitors atternded Holy Mass which was celebrated by Rev. Father La Salle, south Porcupine. Rev. Father Murâ€" ray of Timmins, spoke on Rehabilitaâ€" tion and urged the members to conâ€" tinue their good work. The theme of the Convention was Canada‘s Rehabâ€" jlitation Programme. The minutes of the executive meetâ€" ing which was held in May, were read by the Secretary Mrs. Burnett of Timâ€" mins, followed by the Treasurer‘s reâ€" port (Miss Sullivan, South Porcupine) after which a lunch was served. On Wednesday evening delegates reâ€" gistered and an executive meeting was held in the lounge rooms of the Air Port Hotel, with the Diocesan Presiâ€" gent, M«s. W. Ssec of Timmins, preâ€" siding. The meeting opened with the League prayer and a warm welcome from the President. South Porcupine, Oct. 3rd. Special to The Advance. Delegates from parishes throughout the Diocese of Timmins gathered at the l1th. annual Diocesan Convention of the Catholice League of Canada in south Porcupine on Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 26th, and 27th,. C.W.L. Held Eleventh Annual Convention At South Porcupine INSURANCE IN ALL BRANCHES â€" REAL ESTATE ~~ Call and see us regarding New Low Rates on all Automobile Insurance 20 PINE STREET NORTH 18 BRUCE AVENUE MclInnis Block Phone 30 News From South Porcupine, Dome and the District «ue tssn ns mm t n o on Wl y i e o ue i e To o e ol i is Ti ies S es Fire Threatens, Let Us Help You Check Your Fire Insurance. Simmsâ€"Hooker Pickering Cub Leader Thornton lore and the teaching fellowship, comradeship ship and games. Six of these gave their lives and three were decorated for gallantry. He spoke briefly of the need for assisting the drive. Mr. King mentioned that craft work in the present hall was not easy in the cold weather when the boys had to wear parkas and mitts to keep arm. He also sooke of the work taught K\e Seouts but emphasized that which puts Scout training ahead. It is the teaching of the value of personal honâ€" our. Many hundreds of boys have passed through the Scouts, he said, and more than 100 from this district have servâ€" ed in the war. The old Scout Hall is no longer adeâ€" quate for the growing demand and he outlined plans, given elsewhere, for its financial aid. Mr. Dye was introduced by Mr. Ellis and spoke of plans for Scout developâ€" ment work in the district. Special guests at the Kiwanis dinner meeting at the Airport Hotel on Monâ€" day were Messrs. R. E. Dye, G. King, G. Thornton and W . G. Skinner, reâ€" presentatives ‘of the Boy Scout moveâ€" ment in town; and Rev. H. Hamilton of Fort George. msouth Porcupine, Oct. 3rd. Special to The Advance. The C. W. L. ladies speak highly of the courtesy and help given them by the proprietors of the Airport Hotel, in the arduous task of providing pleasâ€" urable accommodation and in atrrangâ€" ing for the luncheon and banquet at this Convention. South Porcupine Kiwanis Hear Plans For the Development of Scout Work Mrs. H. See, Diocesan President gave a short message of appreciation and the National Anthem brought a very enjoyable evening to a close. Mrs. Cocoran, Iroquois Falls, on beâ€" half of the Diocese thanked the C. W. L. of South Porcupine for the kindness shown them while attending the conâ€" vention. Rev. Father Martindale Oof Schuâ€" macher, then addressed the gatherng in his humorous way. Rev. Father Mcâ€" Manus recently returned from overseas told of his experience while over there Rev. Father O‘Gorman, Timmins spoke on the duties of the Catholie Women‘s League and to do their part according to the law of the food rationing in Canada. Father Murray, of Timmins, was also a guest at the banquet. To complete a very successful conâ€" vention a sumptuous banguet was serâ€" ved in the Air Port Hotel, Mrs. Cahill convened at the bangquet.. Rev. Father La Salle proposed the toast to the Pope, with Rev. Father Roullier of Iroquois Falls a toast to the King. Mrs. N. Sullivan welcomed the guests and members. Solos were rendered by Mrs. T. Cecâ€" coni, Eda Franceschini and Louise Vessell, accompanist, Mrs. J. Aitken. Various Committee conveners were also elected. Viece Presidents elected were:â€"first Mrs. T. Cahill, South Porcupine, second Vice, Mrs. W. Wilkes, Iroquois Falls, third Vice, Mrs. S. McGillivray, Hailâ€" leybury, Mrs. Carmichael, of Kapusâ€" kasing was elected, See. Mrs. W. Mcâ€" Aleavy, of Timmins as Treasurer. Mr. Skinner spoke of the life saving President Mrs. See, Timmins, while Mrs. Burnett, of Timmins, remained as Past President. Election of Officers took place with the following list comprising the exâ€" ecutive for the coming year. The Diocesan President, Mrs. See,| on behalf of the subâ€"division was preâ€" | sented with a lovely Toilet Set, and also Miss Sullivan who has been Treasâ€" urer, was presented with a rosary, ini appreciation of their work â€" for theI past years. Mrs. Burnett, Dloce.sanI Sec. Miss Sullivan Treasurer, Sl O‘Grady, Pres. of the Junior subâ€"divâ€" | ision and Mrs. Sullivan were each preâ€"| sented with a lovely corsage, on behalf g of the South Porcupine subâ€"division,| after which each lady expressed her thanks in a few well chosen words. _ | Mrs. V. Cotnam read the resolutions and when no amendments were made! the resolutions were passed unanimâ€"| ously. | of Mrs. Martin, Timmins, Lay Retreats Mrs. S. McGillivray, Haileybury. spoke of Cub and value of good citizenâ€" The gift to the bridesmaid was a pair of gold earrings, and a pen and pencil set was presented to the best man. The bride‘s mother was attired in a navy suit with accessories and a rose corsage for the occasion. After the ceremony the wedding party left for the Airport Hotel where the wedding dinner was held the young couple leaving later for Edmonrton for honeymoon. Later in the evening the wedding party was entertained at the home of The church was prettily decorated with pink and white gladioli and white phlox for the occasion, and Mr. Maxâ€" well Smith played wedding music on the new electric organ. Both were attired in the uniform of their service, the bride looking smart and pretty in the becoming dress of the Women‘s Army Corps. She wore a corsage of talisman roses and carried a white prayer book which her mother had carried at her own wedding. She was given in marriage by her father: and attended by Miss Irene Libby as bridesmaid, who wore a beâ€" coming ensemble of gold crepe with brown accessories and wore a corsage of beach colored gladoili flowerets. The bride‘s brother, Richard Barnes acted as best man for the groom. The bride was Mildred, only daughtâ€" er of Mr. and Mrs. H. Barnes of Dome Extension, Private in the C.W.A.C., and the groom Leadng Seaman â€" Alfred Perras, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. (G. Perras, of Edmonton, Alberta. South Porcupine, Oct. 3rd. Special to The Advance. An interesting wedding took place in St. Paul‘s Anglican Church on Friâ€" day afternoon at 2 pm., when Rev. John Ford united two young people who have served their country well during the war, in the bonds of holy matrimony. Mr. and Mtrs. Ron Vary and son George (recently attached to the RCN of the Buffaloâ€"Ankerite, left on Monday for Toronto and Kingston where George will continue his studies at Queen‘s University. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Downing and son David, of New Liskeard, are visâ€" iting Mr. and Mrs. A. Barette at the Buffaloâ€"Ankerite property. Mildred Barnes of The Dome is Married to Alfred Perras | PO Albert Barsovich, RCNVR, is home on leave. | _ Miss Elaine Dagne, RN, of Ottawa, is home for a visit. The many friends of Mrs. J. Dagne regret to learn that she is sick in hospital and wish her a speedy return to health. Mrs. Harold Helmer is on holiday with her parents in Iroquois Falls. The S.J.A.B. (Nursing Division) will hnold their regular weekly nursing class in the Porcupine General Hospital on Ozctober 2nd from 7.30 to 9 p.m. day for Kirkland Lake after spending Miss Iona Andrew left on Wednesâ€" a short holiday from Ottawa at the home of Mrs. W. H. Johns. She will be returning shortly to preâ€" pare for leaving for Fort George in the Arctic, where she has volunteered for teaching work in the Anglican school there, and as a dietitian in the hospital attached tco the mission. Rev. H. Hamilton of Fort George preached the evening sermon in SL. Paul‘s Church on Sunday and stressâ€" ed the need of helpers in his mission in the far north. Mr. and Mrs. John Seal and son of Buffaloâ€"Ankerite have returned from holiday in Ottawa. f BORNâ€"In Porcupine General Hosâ€" on October 3rd, to Mr. and Mrs. John Banich, of 48 Second Ave., \Schumacher, a daughter. Having received discharge from the forces, the following have returned to ‘:own: Bob Adamson, RCNVR; Neil ‘Pirie, â€" RCNVR; Jos.â€" Campagnola, IRCAF: Ernie Pelkie, RCAF; and Harry Disher, RCNVR. Anniversary services will be conâ€" ducted in‘ South Porcupine United Church on Sundsay, October 21st. This may be followed by a supper put on by the W.A. Special preacher, Rev. A. P. Addison. first aid work, and self reliance taught these boys, and asked aid and support with sympathy for the drive for a larger and more fitting Scout Hall. THE PORCUPINE ADVANCE, T!MMINS, ONTARIO After the honeymoon the bride will go to Prince Rupert B. C., her station to await her Army discharge and both will then live in Edmonton. We extend to Mr. and Mrs. Perras our very best wishes for a bright and happy future. Capt. and Mrs. Countryman on Broadâ€" way. ‘Wonderful Response To Clothing Appeal in South Porcupine The Kiwanis want 100% behind their effort, and knowing South Poreupine people, never have doubted for one moment that they would get itâ€"and they hhve. Those in town give us the same danswer. The bundles are in the Arena wil be open for further contributions. Then the packing and sorting ready for shipâ€" ment will begin and the ladies of the Packing Jommittee will give their time and patience and effort to yet one more patriotic pleasure and duty. E€outh Porcupine, Oct. 3rd. Special to The Advance. Those in charge of picking up bundles of clothing in the district for the needy of Europe (under Kiâ€" wanian Auspices) on Tuesday, report a wonderful amount of good clothing brought in. . Mrs. Burton in charge at the Dome, and Mrs. Libby (at Dome Ex.) say the response was wonderful. Clarence Anderson thanks all orâ€" For the Immediate Attentior of FARMERS FISHERMEN GUIDES TOURIST QUTFITTERS ®@ The ending of marked gasoline sale removes difficulties made neCessary by this # wartime control. e Complaints were made that marked gasoline was detrimental to the equipment in which it was being used. Records and reports necessary under the marked gasoline system will no longer be required. e Extra storage facilities will be unnecessary for the separate storage of graded and marked gasoline with consequent saving to the consumer. As there is no rationing of gasoline in Canada, marked gasoline, under the jurisdiction of the Oil Controller for Canada, has been eliminated, thereby ending the tax exemption purchase permit system. To meet the desire of everyone to be relieved of wartime restrictions, the Provincial Government has developed GASOLINE TAX BRANCH GASOLIN E uses. Marking of gasoline for special uses under the jurisdiction of the Oil Controller for Canada having been discontinued, the tax exemption purchase permit system is thereby ended. Farmers, fishermen, guides and tourist outhtters will be entitled to claim refund of the Provincial Gasoline Tax where applicable. Claims, accompanied by receipted invoices, must be submitted to the Gasoline Tax Branch, Department of Highways, Parliament Buildings, Toronto within six months from date of payment of invoices. A simplified method of assuring prompt payment of refunds, eliminating affidavits for each claim, has been worked out. On and after October 1, 1945, gasoline will no longer be marked for special It was found later that almost hal a load of brewer‘s mash delivered at The bear weighed ove: from nose to tail was se inches in length. Calling to his helper, Jim followed Bruin througsh a vya neighbour‘s garden. Runni for his rifle, he shot the animg the head. Osborne Bowes, who is tak of Mtr. G. Helmer‘s fatrm owner is away, was on his barn when he almost col the unusual pedestrian.In thought at first it was a | stepped off the sidewalk for In the dusk at that early h easy to mistake the anima he stepped aside Mr. Bow what On monday morning., just daylight a huge black bear wi ading the streets of South Por weaving to and fro in lumberi hazy fashion. Intoxicated Rear Paraded the Streets of South Poreusine €outh Porcupine, O to The Advance. ganizations for their invalw: in this work, and would lik for volunteer helpers (ladies) â€" the packing and sorting of th to assist in the big job w Packing Committee has un Can you Help? Department of Highways, Province of Ontario GEO. H. DOUCETT J. H. ROBINSON Minister of Hiahways Shist Inspector Gasoline Tax Minister of Highways who have been using 10 Ih 1Gerta l muue mous db mows oS wmas mirk ie uhm tees woun w mhun mone ues cnes mut vith l ions Club Held â€" Business Meeting 11 removes difficulties made necessary by this TL he CGuest for the evening was Bernie Hynes of Kirkland Lake. Fowler told the members that Interâ€" national President Dr. Ramiro Collazo of Havana, Cuba, would be in Kirkland Lake on Sunday, Nov. lith. and that this was the first time that an Interâ€" national President had travelled so far north. the barn the previous day had disâ€" appeared: signs of the bear were notâ€" iced, and the ‘general conclusion arâ€" rived at is that the mash had gone to Bruins head and he was slightly inâ€" toxicated when dawn came. ine bear had made previous excurâ€" sions in this vicinity, as the dogs have been much disturbed lately, at night. Men who went on early shifts on Monday morning report having seen the bear in the vicinity of William St. before it finally met its end. Timmins Lions Club members met on Monday evening for their weekly meeting which was a buusness sesson. Lion Mansell Napper, president, was in the chair. a new system as free from controls and difficulties as possible. A simplified refund form has been prepared which climinates the necessity of an affidavit being taken for each refund claim. This form may be obtained on application to the Gasoline Tax Branch, Department of Highways, Toronto, Ontario. Don Robertson reported on the fall ommunity singing was led ) Chidwick. mmediate Past President Pmotltt wWwas given a nen set by Lion THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4TH, 1943 Number of Years Policy is in Foree at Anniversary in 1946 The BRoard of Directors â€"of the Company has approved a distriâ€" bution of surplus in 1946 in accordance with the seale of disâ€" tribution in effect in 1945, and, in addition thereto, a Special Extra Surplus DistriBution of dppm\nn.ml\ 81 ')Oflflflt) This latter sum is the .un(mm. of the contingeney reserve se aside during lhc- war years 10 ;rn\ ide for |um.~|l»|o- additional war mortality and, in view ‘of the termination of the war, is no longer required. id f The Special Extra Surplus Disâ€" tribution will be as follows: THE MUTUAL LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA 1. ) ') ol i8 s hol d t‘ " SPECHAL EXxTRA SURPLES DistnmintUrioNn moure yearsa oo oc * # io\ e‘ J ('(70 W . H. Sowrmevicur,. ) iceâ€"President and (General Manager Percentage of Nes ular ~ Aurplus NDistribution 2046 10 30%