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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1936-06-18, Page 7Mr SALEM and Mrs. A. E. Gallaher Erskine, Erskine C. F. and the Sat- of Blue- Mrs, ft. ELMER D. BELL B.A. BARRISTER, SOLICITOR, Etc. W JJTjrMODERM • i: hl’/fiREpnw? * HOTELS HD LOCATED ► EASY fMUIKS FORD hotels s*-. DUCHESS OF YORK OFFICIATES AT PRESENTATION i The Duchess of York inspecting at St. John’s Ambulance presenta- the guard of honor as she officiated tions in London, England, when aw- Over Great Britain. GORRIE Mrs. R. G. Dane is visiting her son, ■Mr. Stanley Dane and Mrs. Dane as well as other relatives in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Pries, Mr. and. Mrs. ■Sheldon Bricker anti Jack of Ford­ wich were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Simson. Mr. and{ Mrs. D. Small and daugh­ ters of Mt. Forest, Mr. and Mrs. Johnston of Bluevale, Mrs. Harris and little son Harry of Fergus were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Whit­ field. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Woodly of Bowmanville were week-end guests of Mr .and Mrs. R. H. Stephens. Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Irwin and Miss Lucille of Long Branch were Sunday guests of the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. a. Irwin. Mrs. Earl Toner spent last week with her parents, Mr .and Mrs. Joe Woods at Clifford. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Gregg and son, Mr. Carroll Gregg attended the Gregg re-union held in Ingersol on Satur­ day. Mr. Harry Brown and Miss Evelyn Lincoln of Glennanan were week-end guests of the latter’s sister, Mrs. J. Cathers and Mr. Cathers. Mr .and Mrs. Anthony Holt spent a couple of days with friends at Beet­ on. Miss Bolton, Fordwich, was a Sun­ day guest of her brother, Mr. E. W. Bolton and Mrs. Bolton. Mr. and Mrs. Heibein and daugh­ ters of Listowel were Sunday guests •of Mr. and Mrs. A. Heibein. Mr .and Mrs. Maxwell. Abram of Listowel were visitors on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Shera and other Gorrie friends. Mr. and Mrs. James Pollock of Pine River spent a few days this week with the latter’s brother, Mr. R. G. Dane, Mr. and Mrs. Jack E. Toner of Toronto spent the week-end with the 'former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Toner. Mr. Cameron Edgar was a Kitch- " ener visitor one day recently . Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jardine and family of Brussels visited Gorrie * friends on Sunday. Mrs. John Hyndman returned home from Toronto on Tuesday last after -Spending a couple of weeks with her daughter, Mrs. F. Dowdell. , The annual picnic for Toner’s School and McCracken’s School is being held in Victoria Park here on Friday afternoon. These Schools have the past number of years held their picnic’s together and there has 'been considerable interest shown in the' line of sport which adds to the success of these outings. Everyone will be made welcome—provided they For The Best Eye Service CONSULT F. F. HOMUTH * * Eyesight Specialist Phone 118. Harriston Mrs. Lon- Mrs. bring their picnic basket. Mr. Charles Greer of Listowel has exchanged farms with Mr. George Dickson of the fourth concession, and we understand Mr. Greer, with his wife and family moved to their new home on Monday of this week. Mrs. R. Grainger and father, Mr. T. J. Nicholls were Kitchener visitors on Wednesday last. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Rogers and Teddy of Detroit were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Brown during the week-end. Mrs. Guerin Sr., and, son Mr. Guer­ in of Brussels were guests of S. Munro on Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Willis of don spent Sunday with Mr. and Charles King. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. V. Hol­ mes last week were: Mr. and Mrs. Wm. James of Barrie, Mr. and Mrs. Hutton of Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. Russel Perkins of Chatham and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Greer of Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. James McTaggart, Mr. Ed. Coates and Mrs. S. Duncan of Trowbridge spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Stewart. Miss Mae Watters of Toronto spent the week-end with her mother, Mrs. J. Watters. Rev.. Harry Jennings of London will take the services "in Anglican churches of this parish on next Sun­ day, June 21st. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Spotton of Wingham spent Sunday at the home of Mr. Roy Strong. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Pyke, Mr. Clif­ ford Pyke and Mrs. Anson Galbraith spent the week-end with relatives in Toronto. Mr., and Mrs. Dave Dane of Tor­ onto spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Wade. Mr .and Mrs. Jos. Wade of Fordwich also spent Sunday at the same home. Mr. and Mrs. Lome Laird of Tor­ onto called on Mrs. M. Irwin on Sun­ day. Mrs. John Wylie is visiting friends in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. FI. Cook spent Sun­ day with relatives in Mitchell. Born—on Monday, June 15th, to Mr. and Mrs. John Cathers, a son. Mr. John Rutledge and son Wel­ don of Brampton, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Foster on Wednes­ day of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clegg of St. Louis, Mich., and Mr. and Mrs. Clif­ ford Chown of Mitchell were Monday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest King. Miss Betty Johnston of Long Branch was a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Irwin Sunday. The date set for Gorrie United Church Strawberry Festival is July 3rd in Victoria Park. The program will be a play presented by the Young People of Benmillcr and comes well recommended. Mr, and Mrs. James T. Shera and little daughter, Shirley, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. E. Welsh at Dray­ ton. Mr. and Mrs. David Jewitt vale were recent guests of S, Clegg, Mr, and Mrs. James M. Misses Eleanor and Phyllis of Atwood, were Sunday guests of Rev. and Mrs. A. H. O’Neil, The Little Hetpers held their last meeting of the season in the form of a picnic on the Rectory lawn Satur- Gorrie Vidette ards were made to members from all day afternoon last, with 14 present. A very enjoyable time was spent in games, races and also stories told by Mrs. O'Neil; after which the latter served a delightful lunch, topped off with the kiddies’ favorite, ice cream. Mr. and. Mrs. Chester Cook of Clif­ ford, spent Sunday with Mrs. Bell. ■Miss Eileen Little of Windsor, who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Stafford, returned to her home on Friday last. Mr. Norman Wade and Mrs. Fred Taylor spent Monday in Guelph. GAVE TALK ON TRIP TO EUROPE Institute Members To Visit Guelph The Gorrie Women’s Institute met at the home of Mrs. Lloyd Cathers on Wednesday last. The meeting opened with the Institute Ode and repeating the Lord’s prayer in un­ ison. Arrangements were made to go to Guelph on June 18 to the luncheon in Memorial Hall, O. A. C. in honour of the Foreign delegates of the As­ sociated Women of the World. Mrs. McIntyre gave an interest­ ing paper on the delations between Canada and U. S. A. It was a pleasure to have Miss Goodfellow of Fordwich as a speaker, and in her description of her trip in Europe had those present following her in imagination. Her maps and Menu cards were educational to see. Lunch was served by Mrs. Gregg, Mrs. W. C. King, Mrs. L. Ashton and hostess. ANNIVERSARY SERVICES WERE GREAT SUCCESS The Sunday School Anniversary Services held here on Sunday proved a very successful event in the history of the Sunday School, with Mr. H. C. Sparling Superintendent in charge. The morning services featured a pageant entitled “Building the Ship”, and was a very beautiful service, with Mr. M. Stephens taking the part of the builder, several of the children assisting in various ways. During the pageant several old familiar hymns were sung as well as two solos: Mr. L. F. Ashton, sang “My Pilot” and Miss E. Stephen “Signal Lights,” also a quartette of young girls namely: Misses Jean and Wilma Hcibein, Dor­ is Galbraith and Margaret Ruttan. The pastor gave a short address, fit­ ting into the story of “Building the Ship”. To Mrs. A, Ruttan, Miss Douglas and Mr. M. Stephens go the greater part of the praise for the success of the pageant, who had the training of the children for their parts. The evening Service was an even greater success, and again the church was filled to capacity to hear the Alpha Juvenile Choristers of Strat­ ford, SO strong. Those who were not present for their singing missed a treat in music, not often heard. These boys ,ranging in ages from 11 to 18 gave the music lovers of this district a treat which will long be remember­ ed. Among their numbers were the following: “Holy Art Thou”, with Master Kenneth Murray taking the Thursday, June 18th, 1936 solo parts. “I Sing Because", Lovely Peace”, “I Waited for the Lord”, “Where ‘ere you Walk”, and what pleased the congregation pos­ sibly more than any of these, were the solos, “Open the Gates”, sang by Master Kenneth Landers and “The Holy City” by Master Bobby Small. To Mr. Polley of Stratford as leader of the trained voices goes much cred­ it, also their pianist who accompan­ ied them. Rev. Mr. Fydell gave a short ad­ dress suitable for the occassion and the Anniversary Services were closed with vespers by the choir. BANQUET WAS GREAT SUCCESS Mothers And Daughters Held a Banquet ladies of Mrs. very beautiful 12 girls enter- The delicious The Mother and Daughter Banquet held in the Sunday School rooms of the United Church on Thursday ev­ ening by the young Fydells class was a affair in itself, when tained their mothers. cold 'supper was served at tables beautifully decorated with summer flowers to correspond with the rooms. Following the supper, Mrs. Fydell acting as toast master, called on Miss Isabell Watson, who proposed a toast to the King which was responded to by the singing of. the National An­ them. Miss Margaret Dane followed with a toast to the Church to which Miss Janet Watson made a very fit­ ting reply. At this period in the pro­ gram, Misses Janet and Nellie Ruttan favored with a piano duet. To the Mother’s, Miss Velma Zimmerman gave the toast, and Mrs. Anson Rut­ tan gave the response. The toast to the daughters was proposed by Mrs. Anson Galbraith and to which Miss Dorothy Edwards gave the reply. Miss Bernice Day sang at this time, “The Stranger of Galilee,” before Mrs. C. C. Ramage, guest speaker for the evening, gave a very touching and beautiful address on the “Stumbling Blocks and Stepping Stones,” which brought the successful banquet pleasant closing. to a WROXETER Lloyd McMichael of Toronto week-end visitor at the home parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Mr. was a of his McMichael. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Sanderson and daughter Catherine, of London, spent the week-end with friends here. Mr. Robt. Richardson of Sarnia, called at the home of his cousin Mrs. F. Davey on Wednesday last week. Mr. J. N. Allen was in Toronto last week attending the Druggist’s Con­ vention. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Rogers of De­ troit were week-end visitors with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Paulin. Mr .and. Mrs. Dixon and son Jack­ ie of Toronto visited for a few days recently with Mr. and Mrs. Philip Durst. The members of the Ladies’ Guild of the Anglican Church met at the home of Mrs. Agnes Earls in- Howick on Wednesday of last week for their June meeting. Miss Margaret Gibson and Mr. John Barnard of London were recent guests with Mr. and Mrs. John Gib­ son. We are sorry to learn that Mr. Geo Paulin Sr., is on the sick list, having suffered a heart attack on Saturday We trust he will soon be around again. Miss Jean Sangster spent a few days recently with her friend, Miss Dorothy Edwards at Gorrie. Mrs. J. R. McKenzie of Milestone, Sask., is at present visiting with her sister, Mrs. Mary Edgar. Mrs. Belle Hutchison of Howick was a week­ end guest there, and Mrs. Wm. Lynn of Howick and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hutchison and children also visited there on Sunday. The Girls’ Mission Circle are hold­ ing their June meeting on Wednes­ day evening of this week at the Manse, when Miss Winnifred Rae' will be the guest speaker in charge of the Study Book. Mrs. N. White and Miss Pauline White spent Sunday with friends at Port Elgin. Rev. H. B. Jennings of the church of the Redeemer in London will be the speaker > at the services in the Anglican Church here on Sunday next. Mr, Jennings is leaving for Fort Norman where he will commence duties. Mr. and Mrs, Robt. Philip of Mil­ ton were Sunday visitors at the home of Mrs. F. Davey, Oh Sunday, June 28th the 70th anniversary of the parish of St. James Anglican Church here wilt be EMPEROR HOLDS PRESS CONFERENCE IN ENGLAND The Emperor of Ethiopia with his I graphed • in the garden of Prince’s l conference. Dr. Martin, the minist- two sons and daughter arc photo- Gate, London, when he held a press | er, is seen behind. celebrated. This also marks the 68th anniversary of the building of the first church in this parish. The special speaker for the occasion will be the Rev. Archdeacon Doherty of London. Mrs. W. Pearson of Hamilton is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. W. Galla­ her, Mr. and Mrs. I. Amer, Mr. and Mrs. L. Gallaher at present. A number from here attended the flower service held in the Wingham United Church Sunday morning. Mrs. Adair, of Kincardine, was' the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Sandy Mc­ Dougall on Thursday. Mrs. Archie McMichael spent a day recently with her mother, Mrs. Wm. Harris, 4th of Turnberry. Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Gallaher and Miss Maud Higgins, of Gorrie, spent Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. J. Earn­ er. Mrs. Casemore of the 6th Con. of Turnberry visited her sister, Mrs. S. McDougall one day last week. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Gallaher spent one day last week with Mr. and Mrs. S ,N. Gallaher of Bluevale. Mr. McQuoid, Lucknow, spent the past week with Mr. and Mrs. William MacLean. Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Hetherington of Toronto were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. M. Sellers. Miss Nellie Hutchison of Toronto also her mother, Mrs. A, C. Hutchison of Fordwich, were Saturday guests of Mr. and Mrs. N. T. McLaughlin. Mr. Wilford’ J. Leeson of Toronto was a Thursday visitor at the home of D. S. and Mrs. MacNaughton. Old friends in town were pleased to have a call on Sunday from Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hinds of Waseca, Sask. Mr. Hinds some years ago conducted a butcher shop here while Mrs. Hinds was formerly Miss Henry of the local school staff. Mr. and Mrs. Erie Sproule spent the week-end with Brussels friends. .. Mr. and Mrs. Mac Stewart, Moles- wovth, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Sangster. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Gibson spent a day last week with Toronto friends. Mr. and Mrs. J .S. Leggatt and baby, Ronald,, Peterboro, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Erland Leggett. Miss Marian Hupher spent the week-end at her home in Clifford. Miss Margaret Doig of the local school staff, has resigned her posi­ tion and will be on the Toronto staff in the coming year. Miss Doig’s res­ ignation is much regretted, as she has been a successful member of the staff. Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Meilis, Kip­ pen, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gibson. Miss Margaret Strachan of Toronto was a week-end guest of her mother and also D. W. and Mrs. Rae. Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Edgar of Gorrie were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. D. Breckenridge. Miss Robertson, Wingham, is visit­ ing her neice, Mrs. Wylie and Mr. J. H. Wylie. Mrs. James Kirton and Eldon, also Mr. John and Miss Bella Kirton vis­ ited their sister, Mrs. Boyd, itt Wat­ erloo one day last week. Miss Florence Fowler was a Sufi- day guest of Clinton friends, Mr. and Mrs. D. S. MacNaughton and John spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, M. S. Alkenhoad at their cottage at Bayfield. Quite a number from town attended the special rally day service at Gorrie on Sunday evening when a boys’ choir from Stratford presented a sacred concert, which was greatly enjoyed by a large congregation. Misses Margaret MacLeod, Yvonne White, Thelma Denny and Clifford Denny will take part on Friday night of this week at a Garden Party at Trinity Anglican Church, Fordwich. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Adams spent Sunday with their brother, Mr. Andy Adams. Mr, and Mrs. William Elston of Morris, also Mrs. Lilia, of Bluevale were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. P. S. MacEwen. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Gibson of Hamilton spent'the week-end with Mrs. Thomas Gibson. Women’s Missionary Society Mrs. James Stutt opened her home for the June meeting of the W.M.S. on Thursday of last week. Mrs .Stutt and Mrs. D. W. Rae were in charge of the Devotional period. Mrs. Stutt presided and following the opening hymn, “More love to Thee”, lead in prayer. Mrs. Rae chose for the Scrip­ ture reading, John 14 21-31. During the business session reports were given of the completion of a valuable bale of clothing for the mis­ sion work. Miss Winnifred Rae gave a fine address on the subject “Christ, Missions, and You”. Mrs. Geo. Allen contributed a beautiful solo “Just for Today." The roll call was responded to by a verse containing the word Eternity. “Jesus, the very thought of Thee” was the second hymn. Mrs. Thomas Gibson gave an interesting talk on her experiences in attending W.M.S. meetings during her recent stay in Winnipeg. The closing hymn “Take Time to Be Holy” followed by­ prayer by the president, Mrs. Stocks, brought a helpful and inspiring meet­ ing to a close. Women’s Institute The June meeting of the Women’s Institute will be held at the home of Mrfi. Waller on Thursday, June 25th at 3 p.m. Topic “Our Old and New King” will be taken by Mrs. Waller. Roll Call—A new Member and her name. Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Denny will be in charge of refreshments. Dr. A. MacLeod was a London vis­ itor oh Monday. Miss Shirley Deadtman of Turnber­ ry was a week-end visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Wesley Paulin. Miss Isobel McEwen of Turnberry spent the week-end with her grand­ mother, Mrs. Jas. Stutt, Mrs. Selby Dodds of Beeton is at present visiting with her parents, and Mrs. D. D. Sanderson. Mr family attended a reunion of Jacques family in Stratford last urday. Mr. and Mrs. John Gowdy and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Gowdy spent last Sun­ day in London. Miss Fannie Belle Weir and Mr. Jack Weir spent the week-end with Mt. and Mrs. Harold Weir of Kitch­ ener. Miss Blanche Weir, who has spent the past week at home, return­ ed with them. She will go to Tor­ onto to resume her duties as a nurse in the General Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. McMichael and Miss Georgina spent last Sunday with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Cathers of the B. line, Howick. Mrs. Edwin Palmer spent a few days last week with friends in Wing­ ham. Mr. Frank Galbraith from south of Wroxeter, spent Sunday with Mrs, Ed. Bennett and, family. A large number from this locality attended the service in Gorrie United Church last Sunday evening. The choir consisted of boys whose ages were from 8 to 14 years from Strat­ ford. They rendered some fine music and solos which was appreciated by all those present. First Co-ed: “The cheek of conductor. He glared at me as hadn’t paid my fare.” Second Co-ed: “And what did do?” First Co-ed: “I glared right back as if I had.” Aunt Sidonia, an Alabama Negress, was a great advocate of the rod as a help in child-rearing. As a result of an unmerciful beating which she gave her youngest and “orneriest,” she was brought into court one day by out­ raged neighbors. The judge, after giving her a severe lecture, asked if she had anything to say. “Jest one thing, jedge,” she replied. “I wants to ax you a question. 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