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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-02-18, Page 8IGHT THE WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Show Starts at 8 p.m Thursday, February 18,1937 Thursday, Friday, Saturday, February 18, 19, 20 White Fang” By Jack London A Sequel to “CALL OF THE WILD” _ With — JEAN MUIR — MICHAEL WHALEN SLIM SUMMERVILLE 7 And “LIGHTNING” The Dog A Story of Gold Rush Days in Alaska ------ Also —— Two Reel Musical — “CAMP MEETING” And NEWS REEL. NEXT WEEK — SPECIAL - GRACE MOORE WHITECHURCH A well-filled Institute Hall greeted the representative of the Hydro Com­ mission here Tuesday last week and everyone seemed intensely interested in getting the hydro into this com­ munity and nearly everyone in the village signed up^to have it in their homes. Mr. and Mrs. Hendershot, of Ham­ ilton spent the week-end at the home of their daughter, Mrs. Fred Newman. .Mr. W. R. Farrier, also Mr. Henry and Mrs. George Mathers of Bluevale attended the funeral, of their cousin, Mrs. Wesley Barbaree, of Acton, on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Moore and children spent Sunday with her mo­ ther, Mrs. Wm. Young, of Langside. Miss Lorna McClenaghan, who has been assisting Mrs. Barbour at the home of her brother, Mr. Alec And­ erson in W. Wawanosh, spent the week-end at the‘home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben McClenaghan. Quite a number attended the social in the United Church last Thursday night, as the ending of the contest during the past three months. All en­ joyed the good time. The regular monthly meeting of the Women's Institute will be held this Fi-iday in the Hall. Miss Jessie Finlayson of E, Wawa­ nosh, spent the week-end here With Mr, and Mrs .Ab. Coultes. Mrs. Thos. Kew, of Wingham, vis­ ited with old friends in the village on Friday last, Mrs. Roy Patten, of Lucan, spent the week-end here with her mother, Mrs. Fox. Miss Dorothy Pollock, R.N., of Guelph, has been visiting at the manse during the past week with her par­ ents, Rev. and Mrs. Pollock. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Falconer of Culross, spent last week-end with re­ latives at Thamesford. Mr. and Mrs. George Tiffin of Kin­ loss spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Falconer. Mr. Alfred. Mason of the 9th Con,, is suffering with a very sore arm, a horse kideed him on it, as he was holding the arm across his chest; for­ tunately no bones were broken. Mrs. Leask McGee spent last week­ end with her daughter, Miss Nellie in London, and with relatives at In­ wood. A splendid representation of th’e rr ! If your eyes smart or pain, if you have headaches, if print blurs, or you cannot see to sew or read properly. Complete eyesight service is right here at your very door. Have your eyes examined! R. Stratford’s Leading Optometrist for 18 Years At Williams’ Jewelry Store Every Wednesday Morning 9 to Noon. Phone 5W for Appointment. I I rwrawa ONCE AGAIN WE INVITE ALL OUR FRIENDS TO SHARE IN THE BIG SAV­ INGS, OFFERED IN THIS ANNUAL BIRTHDAY EVENT Many 25c Values, Special Price at 19c Many 75c Values, Special Price at 59c Chas. Gillespie had ladies of the W.M.S. qf Chalmers Church and of the United Church met on Friday in the S.S. room of the i’resb) terian Church here for the Day of Prayer service. The two presidents, Mrs. Robt. Mowbray and Mrs. Victor Emerson, had charge of the meeting, and used the programs provided for this occasion, In the special prayer session Mrs, charge of ihe prayer for the Christ­ ian Church, Mrs, Albert Patterson for the prayer for the missionary program of the churches, Mrs. Joe Tiffin, the prayer,for our community and for Christian leadership, Mrs, J, Pollock the prayer for the yquth of the land, and Miss Geneyieve Watt the prayer for the King and his ‘counsellors. Misses Anna May and Susan Carrick sang a duet, and Mrs. Robt. Ross sang "Sweet Hour of Prayer/’ and Miss Velma Scott gave tthe reading that told of the Purpose of the Day of Prayer among the women of all na­ tions of the earth. Mrs, W« R. Farrier entertained a number of her neighbours on Wed­ nesday last, the ladies spending the afternoon quilting a quilt, and the men folks coming to enjoy the even­ ing, All report a good time, • Little Miss Marie Sparling of Owen .Sound has been laid up with an at-, tack of-the. streptococcus germ in her, throat and ears, and Douglas has the mumps. v Born—-In Culross, Monday, Feb. 8, to Mr. and Mrs. Graham Moffatt, (nee Annie Simpson)' twins girls. Mr. Geo. Ross, of Walkerton, spent the week-end here with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Ross. Mrs. Jerry Casemore of Turnberry spent last week at the home of her son, Mr. Ernest Casemore. The Young People of Langside pre­ sented their play "Her Uncle’s Neice” in the Institute Hall on Tuesday ev­ ening, The regular weekly meeting of the Y.P.U. was held in the S.S. room of the United Church on Monday even­ ing with the President, Milan Moore in .charge. The call to worship .was based on the verse “There is neither Jew nor Greek bond nor free, male nor female for all are one in Christ Jesus” and the opening hymn was “In Christ there is no East nor West’’ and Miss Genevieve Watt led in pray­ er. The scripture reading 1 Cor.,. chapter 13 was read by Agnes Gilles­ pie and Clarence McClenaghan gave a short talk on this chapter. . Mr. Bert Cullimore sang a solo? Lantern slides were ther^ shown on Korea, while Rev, H. M. Wright read the accompanying lecture. The meeting was closed by the Y.P.U benediction. BLUEVALE United Church Annual Meeting The annual meeting of Bluevale and Ebcnezer charges of the United Church was held in the Bluevale Church on Wednesday evening, Feb. 10th. A bean supper, served by the Women’s Association of Bluevale Church was much enjoyed by a repre­ sentative gathering of members. Fol­ lowing the supper the various-organi­ zations of both churches gave their reports . The pastor, Rev. A. V. Robb acted as chairman. The Ebenczer charge will hold another meeting to consider items of business relating to their own church. In the Bluevale congregation the following amounts were raised: Sun­ day school $97.00; Mission Circle $15. Young Peopjle’s Union $83.00; W. M. S. $167.00; Women’s Association $143. A bale of clothing value at $66.00 was sent by the Women’s Association to MANY FAMILY NEEDS SPECIALLY PRIC- FOR THIS CELEBRATION AS A BIRTHDAY PRESENT TO THRIFTY SHOPPERS. I Many 50c Values, Special Price at 39<? I Many $1.00 Values, Special Price 79c 2 OF OUR MANY SPECIALS ‘ $1*50 Value for $1*09 Forget-Me-Not Face Powder... ............ Forget-Me-Not Cream ............. -...... Both for $1.09 99c Value fol* 69c Rexall Nose and Throat Relief.......... 100 P.T.A.SA. Tablets .................... Both for 69c See Our Windows and Counters for Many Other Bargans* .500 49c PIPES - PIPES 25c and Up G, B. D* Seconds $1*00 OMAR HASELGROVE’S Smoke Shoppe the Canadian West, and the Mission Circle sent Christmas gifts, valued at $25.00 to Northern Ontario, During the year electric lights were installed in the church. The receipts for the General Fund and Missions were slightly below last years, but some of the organizations showed substantial increases. The Mission circle was newly organized. Rev, A, V, Robb and Mrs, Robb re ceived a hearty vote of appreciation for their services and Mrs, W. J. Johnston was similarly for her work as organist. commended Institute Will Cater to Banquet Miss Olive Scott was the hostess Thursday afternoon to the members of the Women’s Institute for the re­ gular meeting. Mrs. J. Wickstead pre­ sided. The secretary called the roll and all present responded with a Don’t for the sick room. Many letters of apprecia­ tion were read from the sick and those unable to leave’their own homes, for treats of fruit, candy and flowers they had received. Mrs. Wickstead, Miss Florence Fowler and Mrs. Alice Aitken were named as a committee to arrange' for catering for a banquet in the early spring to a gathering of the Loyal Orange order, meeting in this district. The meeting throughout dealt with the subject of Health. Miss Fowler read a paper on the motto “Talk Health, Happiness and Prosperity to every one you meet.” She told how happiness fills a large part in promoting good health and its relation to prosperity, Mrs. Joseph Curtis had a paper on Health Hints, and Plabits, which contained some splendid suggestions, simple and prac­ tical. The discussion on Health in winter was quite lively as the mem­ bers expressed their opinions on the subject. At the close of the meet­ ing, Mrs. J, W. Wittlanfer, Mrs. R. F. Garni'ss and Miss Scott served lunch. The program for the March meeting will be in charge of Grandmothers. Women Observed Day of Prayer The World Day of Prayer service was fittingly observed in Kn<?r Pres- -byterian Church on Friday afternoon, when ladies of the two churches join­ ed- to form a link in the chain of pra­ yer. Mrs. Alex Mowbray president of the Presbyterian W.M.S. presided accom­ panied by Mrs. W. J. Johnston, presi­ dent of the W. M, S. of the United Church. Prayers on the specified subjects were offered by Miss- Bar­ bara Thyme, Mrs. (Rev.) A. V. Robb, Mrs. G. C>. Thornton, Mrs. Edward Johnston and Miss Scott. Mrs. J. R. Graig gave an address on "The Pur­ pose of the World Day of Prayer,” showing it to' have a three fold pur­ pose. To secure funds to carry on Christian work and to bring the wo­ men of the World together for pray­ er. The address was an earnest ap­ peal for mere consecration and pray­ er. A solo was rendered by Miss Eunice Thornton accompanied by Mrs. Will Johnston, Mrs. Raymond Elliott pre­ sided at the organ for the service. Young People Plan Contests The regular meeting of the Y.P.S. of Knox Presbyterian Church was held in the school room on Friday evening and was presided over by the president. Business discussion was re­ garding the musical and literary con test to be held later. The opening devotional period was in charge of Harold Elliott and Rev. J. R. Greig. ' Miss Lois Elliott gave an interest­ ing talk oil the topic "The King’s Banquet” from the study book “Lit­ tle Tales of Jesus,” by Rev, Stewart Parker, dealing ■with lessons taught in the parable where Christ command­ ed "Go out into the Highways and bring them in, that My tables may be filled.” Mrs, J. Ross of Brucefield and Mr. Andrew Gilmour from this week with their John Mundell. • Mr. and Mrs. Harold daughter Margaret, Morris, spent Sun­ day with Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Curtis. Mr. Curtis is under the doctor’s care, suffering from a severe cold. George Thompson of the Creamery put on a big gang of men this week and put in his supply of ice for the season, while the lee was not quite as thick as usual if was of a Very good quality. Mr, and Mrs. A, D. Smith spent Monday in Toronto, Sask., visited cousin,- Mrs. Procter and Fortify with "VITAMINS” Against Colds VITAMIN A—That builds strong tissues to protect the repiratory tract against infection. Found bl Cod Liver Oil, VITAMIN B—Protects the body from nerve diseases* Tones the digestive tract tissues and muscles. Found in Purtest Yeast Flakes or Tablets, VITAMIN D—The Sunshine Vitamin that regulates metabolism of the bone forming minerals, Calcium and Phosphorus ns found in Halibut Oil Capsules, Cod Liver OU and Viosterol Combinations, i Mr. Charles Curtis, of Dawson City Youkon, who has, spent the winter with his brother, Joseph Curtis and family left on Monday for Toronto, i He intends visiting friends in Mcmt, I real before leaving for New York, where, he will meet his daughter, Miss Pretoria, who. has spent six weeks i with relatives in Scotland. They will visit California before returning to Dawson City, i BELGRAVE Farmers’ Club Plan Debate The Belgrave Farmers’ Club held its Feb, meeting at the home of Jas. Michie on Tuesday evening last week with a good attendance present. The first part of the meeting was spent in social chat and games. Mr. Michie, vice pres., conducted the business part of the meeting. It was decided to hold a debate at the next meeting and a committee was appointed to ar­ range for the special prides for the School Fair. C. R, Coultes reported on the meeting held in Toronto the end of January, when the managers of the various fertilizer mixing stations met to discuss the work. A comtnit- tee was also elected to see the Agri­ cultural representative in regard to a short course being held in Belgrave. Community singing was enjoyed and instrumental selections by Geo. Mar­ tin were also appreciated. Lunch was served and a pleasant time enjoyed. The next meeting will be held at Carl Procter’s, Women’s Association Meet The Women’s Association of Knox United Church held its regular meet­ ing" on Wednesday afternoon in the basement of the church with, a good attendance. Mrs. C. Proctetr the president was in charge. Mrs. Tow­ nend invited the ladies to her home for the next meeting. It was decided to hold a 10c tea at this meeting. A duet by Mrs. Manning and Mrs. Jor­ dan was enjoyed. Miss Lilia Taylor of Wellesly spent the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Taylor. We are glad to know that Mrs. Alex Young is improving after her attack of pneumonia. church had the ladies of the Church and Presbyterian met with them. Mrs. Wade, Chamney and Agnes Mason representing the Day of Prayer Observed \ The World Day of Prayer gathering was held in 'Trinity Anglican Church on Friday afternoon, when the women o,f that United Church Mrs. R. were the leaders, three churches. The printed, program for the service was followed. Solos by Mrs. N. Geddes, Mrs. N. Keating and Miss Doris Scott were all njuch ap­ preciated. Prayers were offered by Mrs. Grasby for the Christian Church; by Mrs. W. J. Geddes for the mission­ ary program of our churches; by Mrs. C. Logan for our own community; by Mrs. J. S. Procter for youth and by Mrs. F. Shoebottom for His Majesty the King George VI and all advisers and counsellors and our Empire. Mrs. Townend gave a short address on the purpose of the World Day of Prayer. Father: ‘So you’ve been fighting again, have you? Then you go to bed without supper, young man.” Freddy: "All fight, dad, I’ve only got two teeth left, anyhow.” ST. HELENS splendid time was spent at theA . community Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 10th, when a social evening was held under the auspices of the Farmers’ Club. Mr. Lome Woods, the presi­ dent, was chairman for the splendid program of vocal and instrumental selections, readings and dialogues pro­ vided by members of the Jolly Time Literary Society of East Wawahosh. Music for the dance that followed was supplied by the visitors. Mrs. Hugh Rutlierford observed her 87th birthday on Sunday. Mr. Ewart McPherson had a nar­ row escape from serious injury when assisting in buzzing wood in their bush last week. While operating the machine his sweater caught in the mandrel. This threw the belt, but not before his clothes were practically torn off him. As it was he escaped with a severe shaking up. The Go-Getters with Gordon Mill­ er, captain* were in charge of the meeting of the Y.P.U. on* Sunday evening when there was a large at­ tendance, Stanley Todd, the vice pres­ ident, occupied the chair. The Scrip­ ture lesson was read by Iona Swan and Earl Durnin told the story of "David.” Mr, Mochrie favoured with a vocal Solo and Mrs, Durnin Phil­ lips with a piano solo, The main feat­ ure of the meeting was the interest­ ing lantern lecture on "Opening Doots in Korea.” Mrs. W, I. Miller* Mrs. R. K. Mill­ er, Mrs. Gordon and Misses Isobel and Dorothy Miller were recent vis­ itors with Mt. J. W, Salkeld* God­ erich, Twenty-five ladies gathered at the home of* Mrs. Robinson Woods on Friday afternoon to observe the LINENS Superior Quality Hand Towelling Tea Towelling Colourful Striped Designs 23c.............35c Yd* Breakfast Cloths: Blue, Gold* Green Extensive Range of Sizings $h69 . y ... $1.95 Damask Linen Tablecloths: — Special 68 in. x 86 in..............$2.69 Extra Quality Damask Cloths 72 x 72 ......... $3.75 - $5.00 72 x 90 ........................$4.75 - $6.50 72 x 108 ......................$5.95 - $7.45 * H .♦ A .• * KING BROS By BETTY BARCLAY FOOD PRIMER Jellied meats and moulded salads, formed and flavored with a new un­ sweetened meat-like gelatin, are now as easy to make as gelatin dessert. Good news for housewives who, in the past, have labored long hours to achieve the same result. A salad gelatin now on the market, a member of an old royal family of gelatins, is ideally suited for salads. No meat stock need be added, nor Is a fancy mould neces­ sary. A loaf pan will do. Yet served on lettuce or watercress, or garnished with olives and cream cheese, the dish will look fancy. Economy adds appeal to this salad gelatin. Leftovers of meat, fish or vegetables can be quickly made into tempting salads for supper or* bridge luncheons. These two easy recipes will prove excel­ lent Lenten dishes. Tomato Aspic Ring (with Cabbage Salad) 1 package salad gelatin (aspic) 2 cups tomato juice Cabbage salad - Heat 1 cup tomato juice to boil­ ing. Pour over salad gelatin.' Stir until dissolved. Add 1 cup cold tomato juice, stir again, pour .into ring mould and chill until firm. Unmould and fill center with cab­ bage or mixed vegetable salad. Garnish with lettuce and mayon­ naise. Serves 6. Salmon Salad Loaf package salad gelatin, (aspic), cup boiling water teaspoon salt teaspoon paprika tablespoon lemon juice cup cold water . cup mayonnaise • ’ , cup salmon, flaked cup celery, finely chopped small green pepper, minced - - - ■* ‘ - ... t Add salt, paprika, lemon Chill until 1 1 % i % % i % i ................... Dissolve salp.d gelatin in boiling water. A” ”, ’ juice and cold water. it begins to thicken, then gradually beat in mayonnaise. Fold in re­ maining ingredients and pour into loaf pan. Chill until firm. Unmold on platter and garnish with lettuce. Serve in slices. Serves 8. World Day of PrayerA Miss M. C. Rutherford presided over the program the theme of which was "The Son of the Living God ” Prayers were off­ ered by the President, by Mrs. E. J, Thom, Mrs. Lome Woods and Mrs. Gordon. Mrs. E. W. Rice contributed a solo. Mrs. W. A. 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