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Councillor W. Roberts Explains the Purp()ses of Legion War Services Incorporated. Gold Belt Band and Local Vocal Artists and Dancers on Programme. The anniversary supper at the Tim- mins United Church on Saturday even- ing to celebrate the founding of the church in town, was exceptionally well attended, and a thoroughly pleasing and successful event was held. The Woman’s Association was in charge or the event, and prepared a very delicious banquet supper. Guests were received by the president of the Association, ‘Mrs. Fitzgerald, and mem- bers of the club poured tea. and pre- sided at, the supper table. Campaign for Legion War Services Starts VJith Attractive Concert The concert held at the Palace The- atre on Sunday evening by the Can- adian Legion, Branch 88. was quite well attended. and was appreciated by all who were present. to enjoy the delight- fully arranged program-me. The Gold Belt Band, directed by Mr. Walsh. was a special feature of the evening's entertainment. and included on the programme were numbers by Charlie Roberts. Evan Williams, duet by Joe Jago and Percy flarris. and intri- cate dance numbers by pupils of Henry Bergeron‘s dancing classes. . Fred Reid who was one of the best defencemen in the Porcupine league, is survived by his wife. No arrangement had been completed for the funeral at noon today. Miss Audrey Price Honoured Prlor t0 Leavmg Tlmmms Anniversary Supper Event Pleasmg and Successful was the featured speaker, giving an outline of the Canadian Legion War Services Incorporated. its aims, and its ideals. and explaining the service in a very interesting manner. Complained of Headache Following Hockey Game Last Night in Noranda. X-ray Shows Concussion and an Operation; Performed-J“ Death Followed Early To-day. The Pamour hockey squad played at Kirkland Lake on Saturday night, and on Sunday, travelled to Noranda where they played an exhibition game. Fol- lowing the game, Reid, who apparently had not been hurt during the match. complained of a headache. He was advised to go to a physician. The physician advised an X-ray examination and a concussion was shown. Reid was put to bed in the hos- pital at Rouyn and an operation was performed. Death followed at an early hour today. It was believed to have been caused by cerebral hemorrhage. Mr. Walter Greaves. president of the local branch of the Iegion, was chair- mav. and Messrs. Geo. Hale and ‘Harxy Hopkins acted as accompanists during the evening. Councillor Bill Roberts Pamour Defence man Dies “Mal TO-mon , nght by Porcul Followmg Hockey Game Music Teachers Fred Reid. Pamour Dynamiter de- fenceman. died in the hospital at Rouyn early this morning following an injury believed to have been received in a hockey game in Noranda last night. The young man was a resident of Tim- mins and was employed at the Pamour Mine. very interesting manner. A collection was taken programme. the proceeds t4 the War Services Incorpora Vol. XXV. N0. 12 hostes fully : ever. tr V.0.N Sony mm Miss Prk in chm-gt some yea “'0. C hcnc wish All Canada Mourns the Death of Governor General During joyed a Dodge m 3 mm bag and well as ‘ ’01)ular Nurse in Charge of V. O. N at Timmins Guest at Event. 1' iC( Mrs. J. R. Todd. 0 Surviwcd by Wife in Timmins. 880 ’11 VC am: . R. Todd. of Schumacher. was an Friday evening at. a delight- mgod supper party and social in honour of Miss Audrey Price, who will leave T‘unmins this take up a new position at North WE the evening. the guests en- :ommumty sing. with Miss :ompauying on the violin. and ation of a beautiful hand- corsage of crimson rm. as [her gifts was made to MISS to tell her that they were L she was leaving Timmins. : has been the popular nurse of me V.O.N in Timmms for s. and her servzces are greatly d by 311 who have known her. friends of the ESE was taken during 1 proceeds to be used 5 Incorporated. a; pine the guest or the event. to s in her new at. they were the l in I George Anderson was arrested by Timmlns police here over the rweek-end ‘for the Hamilton police department. “He was alleged to have obtained $103 3 falsely by means of a, worthless cheque. Woman Stole $127 To1sben Maki A1rested 011 Drunk D11V1ng Cha1 ge as Result of Accident. Venerand Champagn, 64 Middleton avenue, faces a charge of having beer in a place which has ’been declared public. As the result of an accident at the corner of [Balsam street and Third ave- nue, Torsten Maki was charged with being drunk in charge of a motor car. The second car involved was driven by Fred Bauer. Ray Yurgilas was charged with beg- Charges Doris DesRosiers will appear in police court tomorrow afternoon on a charge of stealing $127 frm the person of Thomas Smith. of South Porcupine. No details of the theft were availble this morning but the theft was allegedly committed about 2 am. on the morning of Sunday. Smith complained to police and a search warrant was obtained and a Search made of ‘Miss -DesBosier‘s pre- mises. Ray Yurgilas was charged with beg- ging in police court last week and he was one of the men who was given a chance by Magistrate Atkinson when he asked 'f or it. ‘He told the Magistrate that he had a job to go to. He was arrested again over the week-end on the same charge. Strike Thrice in Effort. to Break Bogus Money Ring Arrest. Men in Kirkland and Bourlamaque, Selze Press _Provincial and Royal Canadian Mounted Police struck at three widely separated points over the week-end in an effort. to smash what they believed to be an international counter-felting ring. At Kirkland Lake two men, Peter Steinhofl and Matthew Dusiak were arrested. In Bourlamaque Paul Marton, a. photographer was arrested with plates allegedly used for counterfeiting. In Hamilton police seized a press be- lieved to have been used to turn out “to 5“)th wow;- v1 bogus money. monstrate his over-sized brain. on a radio chain. Tommy. at three can read, write. add. multiply. draw pictures. repeat all the books of the Bible from memory, speak German and recite the 23rd Psalm. Accord- ing to the psychologist who tested the boy. this doesn't quite make Tommy a wonder boy. The doctor said. however. that Tommy Stroud boy. is going to New York to de-l had an intelligence rating of 150. g “z‘l‘“. ‘4‘“‘~n“ A fTommy Stroud, Etobicoke_ “wager; m mo’mm'wo P‘ublilhcd at Timmim. Ont. Canadu‘ Every mONDAY and THURSDAY Game Last {New Hollinger Orchestra inn and an I to be Featured at Event. Asks for Support for Government in War Activities Local Men‘fber Makes Sec- ond Address Hera. Saturday evening. Mr. Jos. A. Bra- dette. M.P.. made his setond address for the day over the local radio. He re- viewed the situation preceding and fol- lowing the declaration of war, noting that Premier King had made known that he would resign if parliament failed to agree to Canada‘s participation in the war. He outlined the measures taken by the Government to speed war effort, enumerating the many commit- tees and commissions t up to facilitate war work and preparesjor the days after the war was won. “The Government and the Liberal party are determined to play their full part in the Empire's struggle for existence against Nazi ag- gression,” said Mr. Bradette. “Already we are spending a million dollars a day in that effort. We are championing and adopting the great Imperial Air- training scheme. We have sent without delay a fully-equipped divisional field force to the Western front. There is another division that will be sent in the spring, and a third one is in formation. We have convoyed shlploads of men and munitions to the War front. We are busily creating air fields. manufacturing war materials and strengthening our home defences." Telephone Company Staff Enjoy Annual Sleigh-ride Party An event of very special interest is scheduled for to-morrow (Tuesday) evening in the Timmins United Church. This is the recital by the Porcupine Music Teachers' Association. The pro- gramme is sure to be an unusual one, there being so much outstanding talent among the music teachers of the dis- trict. Recitals by the pupils in the past have delighted music lovers. It is confidently expected that the recital by the teachers will be a notable oc- casion indeed. A special feature of the evening will be the fact that the new Hollinger orchestra will make its first public appearance on. this occasion. This orchestra, under the direction and leadership of Mr. Michael Rose. will be found to be especially attractive and effective. The Northern Telephone Company held its annual sleigh-ride on Friday, Feb. 9th. The sleighs, which were kindly donated by the Star Transfer, left the office at 8 pm. for the *Porcu- pine Club House. The operators. who worked the late shifts, and their 65- corts, went by car. Dancing and sing- ing were enjoyed during the evening, and shortly after midnight a bean sup- per was served. About 100 were present. including Mr. J. Wilder. manager of the South Porcupine Branch, and (Mrs. Wilder, Miss E. Elliott, operators, line- men and their escorts .frcm $outh Por- cupine, Mr. F. McKenna, local manager, and Mrs. MoKenna, the staff and their escorts. The employees regret very much that. Mr. P. R. Craven and Mr. F. E. Thompson were unable to attend. The supper was planned and served by the followingâ€"Misses E. Clemen- hagen. G. McIvor, R. Carlin, E. Arm- strong, C. Ogilvie. M. mgginbotham and E. Wilson. The party broke up in the small hours of the morning. much to the regret of all those present. Recital To-morrow Night by Porcupine Home Burns When Mother and F athcr am Absent Death of Albert Trollope Yesterday at Age of Eight The home of J. Lcduc. in the Feld- 1mm Townsite. was damaged by fire on Saturday afternoon. While the mother The death occurred on Sunday morning at St. Mary’s Hospital of Al- bert. elght-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Trollope. of 46‘".- Bannerman avenue. The lad was popular among his many pals. to whom his death is a great shock. Funeral sen'ices will be held on Tuesday afternoon from the home. to be conducted by the Rev. W. M. Mustard. and father were in Tlmmins the fire began from some unknown cause. Neighbours with buckets and firemen with chemical soon brought. the fire under control. Also on Saturday there were two chimney fires, one at 74 Cameron street and the other at 78 Maple street south. The event will commence at 8.15 pm. 'I‘IMMINS, ONTARIO, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH, 1940 Held on Three Fronts Over Week-End. Snow Falling and the Weather Turning Reds Gain No Ground The Russian offensive on the Man- nerheim Line contiued over the week- end with merciless ferocity. No great gains were reported to have been made by the Soviet troops according to Fin- nish sources of information. Intensive action was seen on two other fronts. No gain was made ’by Red troops on the front, noxtheast of Lake Ladoga nor at, Athojoki, the stronghold west of Soujarvi. On both of these fronts the loss of Red troops is said 'to 'be great. Snow and cold weatherhave again come to the aid of the Finns and are expected to hold operations in the north at. a standstill for the remainder of the winter season. ‘ Funeral on Saturday of the Late Arcidas Rochon Funeral services were held on Sun- day afternoon at 3.30 o‘clock at the St. Anthony‘s Cathedral for the late Mr. 'Arcldas Rochon. who passed away at St. Mary‘s Hospital on saturday mornâ€" ing at 3 o‘clock. The services were con- ducted by the Rev. Fr. Simard, and were attended *by sorrow'mg friends from T immins and district, and from Dugwal. , The late Mr. Rcchon was born in Notre Dame de La Solet, Quebec, and was forty-four years old. -'He was mar- ried to the former Miss Jean Desjar- dins, and the couple resided in Timmins for many years before moving to Dug- wal two and one half years ago. Be- sides his wife. he leaves to mourn his 1055 five children. Prior to the funeral the remains rest- ed at Chenier‘s Undertaking Parlour. Summary of Council Meeting says health and Tisdale Fred T. Martyn. Relief Admin- istrator, resigns office. Harris, MacKeen. Goss and Company offer to buy $6.500 worth debentures accepted. Eugene Lafontaine asks proof councillor's charge. A. L. Shaw, Clerk, appointed Deputy Treasurer.“ For the past five days the attention of Canadian; has been centred on Montreal where Lord Tweedsmuir, Governor-General of Canada, was taken following a fall from which he sustained a severe concus- sion. At 7.13 pm. yesterday Lord Tweedsmuir died. Death followed the blocking of an artery in his brain. Three cranial operations were unable to release the pressure and check the bleeding. A state funeral service will be held in Ottawa on Wednesday and the burial Will be held in Great Britain. W. 0. Langdon. Citizens” Band Teasurer. asks grant. of $500. Dr. J. T. Fair, Chief MOE. survey of Timmins {o be conducted. LORD TWEEDSMUIR DIES The theme fox the day was “In Quiet- ness and In Confidence Shall Be Your Strength " a 501 mture lesson I1 om Isaiah, Chapter 30, Verse 15. Mrs. MacFadden, president of the Baptist Women‘s Mission Circle, pre- sided at the event, and read a special devotional message. Prayers. were giv- en .for the soldiers, sailors, and for Their Majesties, King George and Queen Elizabeth. World’s Day of Prayer Observed at Baptist Church Victory Purim Ball to be Held on Wednesday, Feb. 28 Mrs. McFadden, President of MISSIOH Circle, Presid- ed at Event. As announced last week the annual Purim 3311 under the auspices of the 'Hebrew congregation of Timmins and its affiliated societies. will be held this year on Wednesday, Feb. 28th, in the Riverside Pavilion. This noted com- munity event this year will have all the usual attractive and interesting fea- tures with the addition of novelties and new attractions. Those desiring to be included in the list of invitations for the event should get in touch with one of the followingsâ€"Barney Sky, Wm. Shu’b, J. M. Brovender. Dr. Jesse Scholes. or any member of the Jewish community. The World’s Day of Prayer Services held at the Baptist. Church on.tFriday afternoon, were exceptionally well at- tended by women from all over the dis- trict, a special programme :being con- ducted and carried out. Published at Tmminn. 03L. Canada Every MONDAY and THURSDAY State Funeral Service In Ottawa on Wednesday Burial in Great Britain John Buchan, Man of Letters and Scholar, Governor- General, Dies in Ofiice. Lord Elgin Mentioned in Lon- don as Possible Successor. Chief Justice Assumes Ad- ministrative Duties Until New Appointment. Weather Fair and Cold Highest Temperature Last Week 28 Degrees and Lowest 14 Degrees. There was no rain and snow to a. depth of five and a half inches. The sun shone for 39 hours, averaging five and a half hours a day. Maximum and minimum tempera- tures since Thursday have been as fol- lows: Thursday maxlmum, 8. mini- mum, 14 beldw; Friday, 13 and 13 beâ€" low; Saturday, 24 and 0; Sunday. 12 and 112 below. At eight o'clock this morning the temperature was 12 degrees below zero. ' Two Die, Three Injured In Blaze Which Sweeps Through Maple St. Home Last week‘s average high meeting was 19 degrees and average low. zero. Aver- age mean temperature for the week was nine and a half degrees. Sydney Wheeler, weatherman, pre- dicted that the weather during the next few days would be clear and cold. The morning service was conducted by the Rev. F. J. Bayne, of the Trinity United Church, Schumacher, who spoke on “The Church, Its History, and The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail Against It'.!! The Rev. Mr. Ly’ttle of the South Por» cu-pine United Church, and the Rev. E. Gilmour-Smlth, assistant pastor at the Timmins United Church, conducted High temperature last. week was 28 degrees and low. 14 degrees below mak- ing a temperature range of 42 degrees. The anniversary SCI vices at, the Tim- mins United Church on Sunday morn-- ing and evening, were especially Well attended a large 11111an1 of the con- gratjon attending the services on rLhe occasion of the celebration of the founding of the church in Timm'ms. the service in the evening Sun rises at 7.40 am. these mornings and sets at 5.40 pm. Lighting up time is 6.40 pm. Large Attendance at Anniversary of United Church Here Schumacher and South Por- cupine Ministers Take Part in Event. Woman’s Body Found in Clothes Closet After Fire ()ui. Had Smothered. Terribly Burned, Man Dies Later in St. Mary’s Hospital. Three Boomers Burned and Cut. Inquest When Men Released from Hospital. Fire, which swept through a home at 162 Maple Street, north, on Friday morning killed two persons and burned three. Dead as the result of the fire are, Miss Albenia Fermanic and John Seiuka. Injured are Paul Plasma, Joseph Yonich and Bronc ’Pinek. The alarm was received by firemen at 1.21 am. on Friday. They were down to the house inside of a couple of minutes but by that time, the flames were licking through the interior and Firemen pushed open the back door to get a line of hose in and they found Seiuka lying against the door, terribly burned. He had made his way through a curtain of flame to get from the bed- room where he was sleeping to the back door. the fire was well under way The other victim was not found until the fire was out. It was only by accident that firemen opened the cupboard in the bedroom. Inside they found the lifeless body or Miss Fermanic. She was wrapped in a fur coat and appar- ently had suffocated. Firemen worked over Seluka after they got him out and by use of artificial respiration and oxygen, revived him temporarily. He was taken to the hospital where he died at approximately 6 am. on Friday. His body was a mass of third degree burns. The three men who are in the howi- tal were boarders at the house which was rented by Seiuka and in amen Ms lctim was not found until 1t. It was only by accident opened the cupboard in Inside they found the or Miss Fermanic. She in a fur coat and appar- Schubert Choral Society Concert in Aid Red Cross Funeral of Infant Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Desrasp John Buchan. First Baron Tweeds- muir, and Governor General of Canada. died at 7.13 o‘clock last, evening in Montreal. Death followeci a five-day babtle against concussion which re- sulted from the blocking of an artery in the brain received when he fell in a seizure and struck his head. Mentioned in London as a possible successor is Lord Elgin. grandson of the eighth earl of the line. Funeral services were held at 3 o’clock on Sunday afternoon at. the Notre Dame des Lourdes Roman Cath- olic Church for Lucicnnc, infant, daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Dcsrasp, who died at her home, 117 Hollinger avenue, on Saturday morning. The baby girl was twenty months of age, and was born in 'I‘immins. Lasc week the Schubert Choral So- ciety issued very §triking window cards announcing a concert to be given by their organization in aid of the Red Cross. On the centre of the window card was a large cross in red to attract attention to the cause for which the concert is being held. The concert is to be held in Harmony hall, Fourth Ave, Timmins, on Thursday, Feb. 22nd, com- mencing at 8 pm. The programme to be presented by the Schubert Choral Society. under the direction of 000. E. Hale, Mus. Bach. S.T.C.A., A.TS.C., A.L.C.M., will be one of special interest and excellence. The Schubert Choral has presented a number of concerts in this district and these have been of speical interest to music-lovers. The event. on Feb. 22nd will be up to the usual high standards of music. and is sure to please all attending. Fermanic was housekeeper not seriously injured but, a from painful burns and cut or less serious nature rec they smashed the glass in window to get, out. on the veranda and from there 1 ground. Firemen said that after the fire under control they were the woman was missing. The that she might have made he of the burning house and the a neighbour's rbut, she was to be found in the vicinity. '1 into every room in the house the basement and finally, 0: firemen opened the door of closet and there the won slumped over. whether or no to save her co the closet. 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