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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-12-02, Page 8, face eight THE WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, December 2, 1937 Show Starts at 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, December 2, 3rd, 4th WALLACE BEERY - WARNER BAXTER -----In----- all enjoyed a pot luck lunch, Mrs. Aitken will give the remainder of her lesson at the regular meeting of the branch on December 9th, Gil- and the ‘SLAVE SHIP” “Slave Ship” is a combination of appealing roman­ ce, melodrama, and a. rough and tumble comedy * associated, with rough and tough men. Also “In My Gondola” and “News” Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, December 6, 7, 8th EDWARD ARNOLD CARY GRANT JACK OAKIE FRANCES FARMER ------In------- TOAST OF NEW YORK’ This picture is the story of the rise and fall of Jim Fisk, a financier of Civil War days. Also “Golf Timing”. WHITECHURCH The young people ofr S. S. No. 14 met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Falconer on Wednesday evening and held the first meeting of their newly ■organized literary society, with the meeting in charge of Mr. Bert Culli- more. After a short program of read­ ings and musical numbers, all enjoy­ ed severalu contests, lunch was serv­ ed and the young folks danced untili closing time. They decided to call their society the Fireside Club. Mr. and Mrs. John McGee arrived home from Toronto last Saturday af­ ter spending last week with friends there. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Thompson mot­ ored to London on Saturday and brought their son, Floyd, home from the Children’s Hospital after spend­ ing over five weeks there, He has his legs in casts to his knees but is feel­ ing ‘fine. Mr. Jack Pollock, who has been December is Here, and Christmas is just around the corner, and that brings up the i GIFT QUESTION May we suggest that you visit our store and look around our large and well assorted stock of suitable gifts at prices to suit every purse. GIFTS IN CHINA, GLASS, LEATHER, DINNERWARE, NOVELTIES, COMPACTS, BRACELETS, BROOCHES, CLIPS, RINGS, WATCHES, DIAMONDS, SILVERWARE, CLOCKS, FOUNTAIN PENS, TOILET SETS.. BOOK ENDS, LAMPS, MIRRORS, AND NUMEROUS OTHER ARTICLES AT ALL PRICES FROM 15 CENTS UPWARDS. WILLIAMS The Jeweller FOR VALUE AND GOOD MERCHANDISE WOMEN 6™^ ' <z fiHli working at Woodstock, is visiting at his home at the manse. The W.M.S. of the United Church are holding a tea. at the home of Mrs, Holmes on Wednesday and are hold­ ing a bazaar at the hall on Friday af­ ternoon. All the ladies are invited to attend. Mr. Andrew Hamilton of Prince Albert, Sask., is visiting this week at the home of Mr. and Mrs, John lespie. Mr, and Mrs. W. R. Farrier Garnet attended the funeral of late Mr. Wm. Sherwood, of Belfast, on Monday, Many will be sorry to learn that Miss Chrissie Inglis, who has been seriously ill for some weeks, was ta­ ken to the Sanatorium at Toronto last week. Mr. and Mrs, Jas. Lever, of Wing­ ham, visited at the home of their niece, Mrs. John Gaunt on Sunday, Miss Frances Robinson of Wing­ ham spent the week-end with Miss Florence Beecroft. The following young men from this district left by motor ^ar on Tuesday for Kapuskasing: Alec, and Chester Coulter, Norman Coulter, Elwell Chamney and Harold Kerr. They ar­ rived -up there the next day and got work at once. On Friday, Mr. Ab. Taylor and Mr, Clifford Purdon and Mr. J. G. Gillespie left for there by train, Mr. Gillespie returning home on Tuesday, btft the others intend to stay and work. Mr. John Clubb returned much im­ proved from Wingham Hospital on Saturday and Mr. and Mrs. Stewart, of Lucknow, visited with him on Sun­ day. iMr, and Mrs. Cecil Falconer and Mr. and Mrs. Rhys Pollock spent an evening last week with Mr. .and Mrs. George Tiffin of ICinloss. A splendid attendance greeted those who attended the contest pro­ gram held in the Institute Hall last Tuesday evening. A Mrs. R. Pollock and Mrs. Reed had charge of the first part, and gave their numbers from a fireside group, giving choruses, read­ ings and musical numbers. For Mrs. Falconer’s and Mrs. Wclwood’s part, Mr. Lance Grain made a splendid chairman. This program consisted of solo and duet numbers, step dancing and a monologue. The judges, Mr. Tom Wilson, Mrs. V. Emerson and J. D. Beecroft decided in favor of the latter proragm. The young folks danced until closing time. The young folks are busy practic­ ing for their Christmas concerts. Mrs. Ezra Welwood was the win­ ner of the beautiful bed-spread, draw­ ing the lucky ticket that Mrs. John Hutchison sold in her contest. Mr. Tom Wilson was in charge of the meeting of the Young. .People’s Society in the Presbyterian Church on Monday evening. After the open­ ing exercises, Mrs. Rhys Pollock led in prayer. The topic on Provincial Work and Leadership, was ably tak­ en by Mrs. J. Pollock and Mr. Ar­ thur Simpson. The meeting closed with a singsong of favorite hymns. Mr. Wm. Taylor was taken to Vic­ toria Hospital, London, on Monday very seriously ill. We hope to hear better reports. Miss Agnes Gillespie was in charge of the Y.P.U. at the United Church ' on Monday evening. The Scripture lesson was taken by Mliss Anna May Carrick and Miss Louise Martin. The topic on Temperance, was taken by Miss Genevieve Watt, and Garnet and Russell Farrier played “The Strang­ er of Galilee” as a clarinet duet. The discussion was taken by Mrs. Gilles­ pie, Miss Carrick and Miss Jean Johnston, and after a number of sen­ tence prayers, the meeting was clos­ ed by ,a hymn and the society prayer in unison. Y. P. U, Held Regular Meeting The regular meeting of the- Y.P.U, of the United Church was held in the school room on Friday evening with the president, George Johnston, pre­ siding. After singing the opening hymn all repeated the Lord's Prayer. Thq minutes of the last meeting were approved and a business discussion followed, The scripture lesson, John 14-15:11 was erad by Ormal Smith. Rev. A. Vallance Robb spoke on S. W. Boreham’s essay “That Blessed word ’which’ ”. The repeating of the Baptist Church Rev. E. M. Loney, B.Th., . Minister Phone 206. Sunday Services: a.m.—Sunday School. Dedication of New Bibles 11 a.m.—Israel’s Rejection of . the5 Gospel. = 7 p.m.—Merrily We Go to Hell | in a Jazz Age. | 10 For Christmas Arrow Pajamas $2.00 - $2.50 Dressing Gowns - flannel, moire, satin , $2.95 - $6.95 Pure Silk Pajamas $4.50 Lounging Pajamas - $5.00 $1.59, $l.p8, $2.19 ......................$1.69 Dressing Gowns, Flannel $3.95 - $6.95 Raysuede and Celasuede Pajamas and Gowns $1,50 and up English Broadcloth Pajamas Solid Colours - $3.50 House Coats « all wool $6.75 - $10.50 Suspenders - Boxed 50c . 75c - $1.00 Night Gowns - satin, crepe, chiffon 1.98 - $4..5O Pajamas - crepe, satin $2.95, $3.95, $4.25 Ties - latest designs attractively boxed 50c - 65c - $1.00 - $1.50 Wool Plaid Ties . made in Scotland!...........$1.50 Arrow Shirts..................... $2.00, $2.50 Penman’s and Cambridge Hosiery 50c - 75c _ $1.00 - $1.25 $1.75, $2.00, $2.50, $3.75Lined Kid Gloves HIHHIilllKlIKIIIIUlIllllltllflHIIIIIIiHUinilllHIIIUIlHIIIItlir Magazines Of All Kinds May Now Be Obtained — At — Omar Haselgrove’s Smoke Shoppe OLVERS Cash Store Phone 116 t 0 mizpah benediction closed the meet­ ing. The young people are present­ ing the play “Clove Time” at Luck­ now this week. < Xmas Bale Shipped The Steady and True Mission Cir­ cle of the United Churcli, assisted by members of the congregation, this week shipped a bale of Christmas cheer, consisting of toys, candy and many other articles suitable for Christ mas gifts, valued at $37.00 to Parry Sound district. The minister and his wife distribute the gifts over a large area^to some hundreds of children. BLUEVALE Special This Week Domestic Shortening, 1 lb. 13c Mr. and Mrs. Lowry and Miss Low­ ry, Listowel, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Lowry. Miss Helen Mowbray spent Sunday with her brother, V. A. Mowbray at Lucknow. Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Bosman, Wing­ ham, were visitors in the village this week. Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Yoe have mov­ ed into the house recently vacated by John Sparks: Miss Dorothy Aitken and Miss Hannsinger, Drayton, spent Sunday with Miss Duff and Mrs. Aitken. CUt/M.W.LOCKE WUIAMSBURG. ONT, CANADA. There is real reason for this enthusiasm—expertly fitted by bur registered certified, fitters, they assure the comfort far which they .are justly famous. Price - $10.S0 and $1 LOO Greer’s Shoe Store Celasuede Bloomers and Briefs ....... 50c and up Slips, Pure Silk ....... $3.95 Panties, pure silk ... $1.95 Satin Slips ....................... Taffeta Stripe Slips......... Orient and Holeproof Hosiery, Crepe and Chiffon .. ............... KING’S Miss Jessie Finlayson visited with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Coultes, White­ church, over the week-end. Brick W.M.S. will hold a meeting at the home of Mrs. Frank Thomp­ son on Thursday, Dec. 9. Bring your holiday bell with you. i __$1.00 Pr. BORN SPIVEY—In Wingham General Hos­ pital, on Sunday, Nov. 28th, 1937, to Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Spivey, Brus­ sels, R. R. 4, a son. Prompt Delivery Phone 161 SHOP AT Smith’s Economy Food Store GLACE CITRON PEEL LEMON OR ORANGE PEEL ....... 23c CHOICE PITTED DATES .......... 2 Lbs. 35c Lb. Lb. 25c • CUT MIXED PEEL............................ 25c Lb. BLEACHED WHITE RAISINS...... ........ 21c Lb. WALNUT . QUARTERS 39c Lb. Institute to Meet Dec. 9th The December meeting of. the Wo­ men’s Institute will be held at the home of Mrs. Alex. Mowbray, the second Thursday in the month. The program will deal with Christmas and Canadianization. Roll call, a new idea I have for Christmas. Motto, Canad­ ian Born, Miss Dorothy Greenway; Christmas singing led by Miss Alice Thornton; Topic, “The Best Way to be good is to do good”, Mrs. Milton Smith; Christmas reading, Mrs. J. J. Elliott; Exhibit, Christmas cookies. Mrs, Alice Aitken will give the con­ cluding lesson from the course in Buy amnship, Visitors are always wel­ come. 1 Package of Rinso for lc with 3 cakes of Lifebuoy at regular price, All for ... 2f>c Quick Quaker Oats, with Cup and Saucer ...................... 37c Decorated Canister Free, with 1 lb. Pkg. Lipton’s Tea ... 65c Sherriff’s Lushus Jelly Powder 3 Pkgs......................... 25c Habitant Tomato Soup, net weight 28 oz., 2 Tins ..... 25c Lexia Raisins, 1 Lb. Pkg. ... 18c Citron Peel, 1 Lb...................35c Presto Pack Waxed Tissue 10c Golden Wax Beans, choice quality ........—------2 for 25c York House Sauce ... 10c. Bottle Denver Brandi Sweet Pickles 27 Oz. Bottle .................. 25c Fresh Fruits, Peels, Nuts and Candy. Courtesy Prompt Delivery Our Slogan “You have tried the Rest, Now Try the Best.” I “Leaves No Brush Marks" INTERIORS EXTERIOR PAINT | ELMER WILKINSON | & THAT EXTRA We spqnd in eye examinations means perfect satisfaction to oiir friends. Come here with perfect confidence—you will be treated fairly at all times. R. A. REID Held Class in “Buymanship” Members of the Women’s Institute arid other interested ladies gathered at the home of Mrs. Alice Aitken on Wednesday afternoon for the class in “Buymanshlp” conducted by the local lea, Mrs. Ai'tken and her-aSSistant> Miss Florence Fowler, The lesson dealt with the manufacture of silf, cot ton, linen, woollen and rayon material and the wearing qualities of each, and their special uses, During the after­ noon the ladies quilted a comfortet, and at the conclusion of the meeting Registered Optometrist Office in Williams’ Jewelry Store Every Wednesday Morn­ ing 9.00 to noon. Phone 55 for appointment ST. HELENS AUSTRALIAN SEEDLESS SULTANA RAISINS 2 Lbs. 25c The annual meeting of the Beef i Ring will be held to-night (Jhuts- | day). All the members are urged to attend. Mrs. R. J. Woods left on Saturday for a visit with her sister, Mrs. Rath- well, at London. An interesting meeting of the Y. P. U. was held on Sunday evening, when the main feature was a game of Bible Baseball with Stanley Todd and Dick Weatherhead as captains. The questions were taken from the Book of Acts and the former’s side won. An impressive part of the ser­ vice was the installation of the fol­ lowing officers by Rev. H. M. Wright. Pres., Miss Isobel Miller; Vice Pres., Mr. Wallace Miller; Sec’y., Laurine Miller; Asst. Sec’y., Grace Weather­ head; Treasurer, Mrs. Gordon; Chris- tion Fellowship Con., Cuyler Rainage, Assist., Earl Durnin; Missionary Con. Dorothy Miller, Assist., Arthur Ram­ age; Christian Culture Con., E. W. Rice; Assist., Mrs., E. W. Rice; Chris­ tian Citizenship Con., Dick Weather­ head, Assist., Allan Miller; Recrea­ tion Con., Stanley Todd, Assist., Vera Taylor; Publicity Con., Gordon Mill­ er; Pianists, Vera Taylor, Jean Thom, Norma Weatherhead, Laurine Miller; Ushers, Clifford Menary, Bob Purvis. Mrs. R. K. Miller, Mrs. Gordon, Mrs. W: I. Miller and Gordon were recent visitors with Mrs. J. W. Salk­ eld, Goderich. Messrs. F. G. and Tom Todd are exhibiting their Polled Angus cattle at the Guelph Show and Mr. W. L Miller is an exhibitor of poultry. * The annual meeting of the U.F.O. will be held in the community hall on Monday evening next. Messrs. W. L Miller, T. J. Salkeld, H. K. Rutherford and W. A. Miller attended the Winter Fair at Guelph on Tuesday. EAST WAWANOSH I Mr. and Mrs, Leslie Wightman attd family* visited with friends at Newton on Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Reid, Willa and Creighton, spent Sunday with Mr. Dwight Reid* Xibridbii, Mr, Robert Scott who has been ill With pfteumoriia is much improved. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thompson and family visited with Miss EuphcthU Charrmcy bfi Sunday, CHOICE SHELLED ALMONDS....................59c Lb. SHREDDED COCOANUT 19c Lb. COLOURED COCOANUT .. RECLEANED CURRANTS ... 25c Lb. .. 15c Lb. NEW SEASON CHOICE MINCEMEAT 2 Lbs. 23c With Seeds LEXIA RAISINS .. 2 Lbs. 25c NEW SEASON CHOICE DATES ... 3 Lbs. 25c GLACE PINEAPPLE CAKE CANDIES ... 59c Lb. 5c Bottle EXTRA SPECIAL — ASSORTED CHOCOLATES..................5-Lb. Box 98c GRANULATED SUGAR.....................10 Lbs. 55c With Dollar Order—Sugar Not Included. It is only Three Weeks until Christmas, so prepare your Cake now to be sure of a good Christmas Cake. We have a com­ plete Christmas Stock and invite you ti> inspect it. s.-. . SPECIAL OFFER “SUITS” $13.95 THese suits are picked out of our regular stock, of dark worsteds, blues, greys and fancy tweeds. Sizes Hanna & Co., Ltd.