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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-01-20, Page 8Show Starts at $ pan In Also “Grade At Bat” (Andy Clyde) Thursday, Friday, Saturday, January 20, 21, 22nd BILL BOYD -- GEORGE HAYES ‘Hills of Old Wyoming’ * to A Western Action Picture full of Adventure. Also “The Three Stooges” and “News” Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, January 24, 25, 26 FRANCHOT TONE — VIRGINIA BRUCE Between Two Women A romantic melodrama involving doctors and nurses. WHITECHURCH Miss Lorna McClenaghan has been assisting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Showers of Turnberry during the past week. Born—In Victoria Hospital, Lon don, on Monday, Jan. 3, to Mr. and Mrs. Orval Newby (nee Nettie Lott) a sen. Mr. F. McK. Patterson returned last week from his motor trip with his son, Scott, through the Southern States. M|ss Bertha MacKay, of Stratford, spent the week-end here at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hector MacKay. The young people of the Presby terian Church have been having the manse wired for'hydro during the past week. ' Miss Jean Welwood, of Wingham High School, spent the week-end at her home here? Mr.. Bert Cullimore took the excur sion to Detroit over the week-end and visited with friends and relatives. ' The regular meeting of the Fire side Club was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Falconer on Wed nesday evening last with a splendid attendance. Mr. Bert Cullimore, pres ident, was in charge of the program, the main feature of which was a de bate, resolved that a clean cranky wife was more to be desired than a dirty .good-natured one. Mrs. Aldin Purdon and Mr. Elroy Laidlaw took the affirmative and Miss E. Hunter and Mr. Jas. St. Marie taking the ne gative. The judges, Mr. Chas. Mar tin, Mrs. Wm. Dawson and J.D. Bee- croft decided in favour of the affirm ative. The male quartette gave sev eral numbers and the Journal, edited by Mr. Cecil Falconer, touched al most everyone. The next meeting, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Pur- don, is to have a contest program. Lunch was served and the young peo ple danced and played cards until closing time. » Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Welwood and family spent .Sunday in Wingham at the home of his sister, Mrs. Jno. Fal coner. Mr. Robt. Mowbray and McKenzie made a business trip to Woodstock one day last week'. Mr. John Clubb spent the past week at the home of his brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Dow, of Brucefield. 1 Mr. and Mrs. Ross Rife, of Detroit, and Mr. and .Mrs. Al. Dowling and daughter, Donna, of Hamilton, visit- ed over the week-end at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Reed. Mrs. Sam Reid, of Ashfield, spent the past week at the home of her sis ter, Mrs. W. R. Farrier. Mrs. Will Naylor spent a few days last week with Mrs. Ben Naylor. Mr. .Jack Gillespie of New Sarlon motored to his home here on Satur day and spent the week-end here. Mr. and Mrs. Hardie Simpson and daughters, of Culross, spent Sunday I at the home of her parents, Mr. and ! Mrs. Will Conn. Mrs. Reuben Tiffin and Charlie and Mr. and Mrs. Victor Emerson visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Harkness, of Langside. Mr.and Mrs. W. R. Farrier visited on Sunday “with Mrs. Henry Patter- Prompt Delivery Phone 161 SMITH’S FOUR O’CLOCK TEA............55c Lb. THIS IS A BROKEN ORANGE PEKOE UPTON’S PURE ORANGE MARMALADE 32 Oz. Jar 23c RED COHOE SALMON Tall Tin .....-......................27c CLOTHES PINS ROUND .......___ __ 3 Doz. 10c EDDY’S BLUE RIBBON MATCHES........ 3 Boxes 25c A SPECIAL SALEM KING’S WROXETER OLVERS 25c DIED Reid’s BIRTHS Glasses Eyesight Specialist fof 20 years. 25c 17c Satisfy! Wingham Office; Williams’ Jewelry Store Every Wednesday Morning Phone SW lor Appointment. Clinton, on Monday, 1938, Jack Moore, in Ends of Woollens and Flannels. 2nd Vice Pres.', Margaret Dayey; Sec retary, Irene Robinson; Treasurer, Elva Stocks; Pianist, Mamie Gibson. Fresh Fruits and Vegetables at Special Prices. “And you thought of me?” “I did. I said to myself, ‘Why, isn’t this where what’s-her-name lives?’ ” WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, January 20, 1938 shredded WHEAT .......... 2 Pkgs. 25c CHALLENGE or DURHAM CORN STARCH.......10c Pkg. BULK LAUNDRY STARCH..............7.......10c Lb. LEALAND’S KETCHUP ...... 12 Oz. Bot. 18c REDPATH GRANULATED SUGAR 10 Lbs. 55c With Dollar Order, Sugar Not Included Alymer Choice Qaulity, PEAS, CORN, TOMATOES 2 tins 21c MONARCH PURE JAMS 29c with Pectin, Straw or Raspberry CHOICE LARGE MEATY PRUNES, 30-40 Size 2 Lbs. 25c WHITE COOKING DEANS .................. 6 Lbs. 25c LEALAND’S TOMATO JUICE.............26 Oz. Tin 10c Choice Quality Evaporated APRICOTS...................21c Lb, COOKING FIGS--------------...... 2 Lbs, 21c Choice Quality Dried PEACHES____... 19c Lb. BUYASAC BREAD FLOUR ... 98 Lb. Bag $3.65 MADE RITE PASTRY FLOUR .. 24 Lb. Bag 75c There is absolutely no truth in the rumour that we ate discon tinuing the coupons on our lovely set of dishes. Keep^ on saving Siettiand we will redeem them. On every ftttrchase ask for your coupon. These dishes don’t cost you anything when redeemed by coupons. son who is recovering nicely from her recent operation. The CKNX Hill Billies are playing in the Institute Hall on Thursday ev ening for a dance, The annual meeting of the United Church was held on Wednesday last with the pastor. Rev. H. M. Wright, in charge of the meeting. t Mr. Mac Ross and Mr. Gibson Gillespie were appointed to the session for the six- year term, Mr, T. H. Moore was ap pointed to represent the M. and M., and Mr. J. Gillespie, Mr. Amos Cor nelius, J, G, Gillespie and J. D, Bee croft, who were the retiring Stewards, were re-elected for another term of three years, The church has had a very successflu year, the W. M. S. sending $120 to the Presbytery Pres., the Mission Band sending $9, and the young people contributing $25.00 to the M, & M. fund. Over $1500 was contributed from all sources and the ladies sent several bales of quilts and clothing to Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Reid made a business trip to Listowel last* week, Mr. Wesley Leggatt received a nas ty scalp wound; that required several stitches when a limb fell from a tree at which they were working in Wil son’s bush on Monday morning. Miss Merle Wilson, R.N., gave him first aid. The regular weekly meeting of the Y,P.U. was held on Monday evening in the United Church with Miss Let- tie Fox in charge of the meeting. Mrs. Jas. Falconer read the Scripture les son and had charge of the meditation period. Mrs, J. G. Gillespie gave a reading and Miss Mildred McClen- aghan led in prayer. Mr. J. S. Reed gave a violin solo, and Miss Gene vieve Watt had charge of the topic, taken from the study book, the min istry of healing, and dealt with the many hospitals and doctors and nurs- csin W.M.S. work throughout Canada. Miss Maxine Reed sang a solo. After the close of the meeting Miss Watt had charge of the recreation period. Mrs. Ezra Welwood, of' Magnolia, Alta.,' spent two days last week? visit ing at the home of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Arthur Moore. ' Mr. William Robinson has been laid up during the past week with an at tack of flu, his daughter, Mrs. Cecil Wheeler, Morris, has been attending him. Mr- and Mrs. D. A. Rann and sons Bobbie and Billie, of Brussels, spent Sunday with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Rann. Miss Mary Harris left last week for Toronto where she will visit with friends. Mr. Mac Allen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Allen of town, who for the past number of years has been em ployed. in a London Bank, has been moved to Gananoque. Mr. and Mrs. Allen and son, George, left London for their new home last week and the best wishes of their many friends here accompany them. The Annual Congregational in?et- ing^of the Wroxeter United Church will be held on Friday, January 28th, at 2 o’clock. The annual Vestry meeting of St. Janies Anglican Church will be held on Wednesday evening of this week in - the church schoolroom. At the , close of the business session a social time will be held. Mrs. Phoebe Walker is very ill at her home in town'. Her many friends hope she may soon improve. Miss Lenora Higgins left on Mom day for London where she will enter hospital to train. Her many friends in Wroxeter wish her every success. l7riends of Miss Nellie McLaugh lin, Oshawa, formerly of Wroxeter, will regret to know that recently he underwent an operation for appendi citis. We are glad to know she is making good progress. Mrs. Robert McLaughlin left on Tuesday for Oshawa where she will spend the remainder of the winter season with friends. Women’s Missionary Society The January meeting of the W. M. S. was held on Thursday, Jan. 13th, at the home of Miss E. P. Hazel wood. The devotional period was conducted by Mrs, H. F. Timm. Miss Margaret Linton took up the Study Book, the second chapter, which deals with the work of Rev. Waiter Currie, Angola, West Africa. At the close of the meeting the executive met /o make plans for the 1938 programme. Girls* Mission Circle Miss Hazelwood opened her home for the January meeting of the G. M. S. Miss Elva Stocks had charge of the meeting and also presided for the election of officers for 1938. Encour aging reports were given by the Treasurer and a donation of money was made to the W.M.S. Miss Gladys Weir took up a chapter in the Study Book “Ups and Downs in West China,** The following officers were elected for the new year: Leader» Mamie Gibson; President, (Maxine White? ist Vice Pres,, Gladys Weir; ARENA ACTIVITIES Skating. On Wednesday Evenings Jah. 19th 25c and 15c ‘Little German Band’ in attendance. Saturday Afternoons Hockey Saturday Night, Jan. 22 at 7.30 Detroit Vs. Wingham Seniors Skating After the Game Admission 25c and 10c. ENJOY YOUR SMOKES Get Them Fresh OMAR HASELGROVE’S Young People’s Union The .Y.P.U. of the United Church held,' their election of officers Mon day evening of last week. Rev. A. M. Grant presided and took charge of the deyotional period. During th^e busi ness session plans were made for a membership drive with Irene Robin- Cash Store Phone 116 Week End Specials Garden Patch Golden .Corn, 1 Can ......................„....... 10c Sliced Pineapple, 1 Can.....10c Chocolate Marshmallow Cook- ’ ies, Special, 2 lbs............. 29c Monarch Tomato Catsup 15 Oz. Bottle ................ 15c Choice Black Bulk Tea ... 55c lb. Cowan’s Pure Perfection Cocoa 1 lb. net ......................_....... 25c French Creams, 1 lb........... 15c Gold Medal Orange Marmalade 32 Oz.................... 25c32 Oz...................... .......... Tip Top Jams, Strawberry, Raspberry —......... ......... Habitant Pea Soup, 28 oz. 2 for.................-—........... Large Head Lettuce 2 for Courtesy Prompt Delivery Out Slogan “You have tried the Rest, Now Try the Best.” Consult R. A. REID R. O. son and Maxine White as captains, the losing side to put on the program the last meeting of January. The fol lowing officers were elected for 1938: President, Stewart Musgrove; Vice Pres., Clifford Penny; Treas., Muir McLaughlin; Sec., Lucille White; Convenors, Citizenship, Eva Mus grove’; Missionary, Jack MacLean; Devotional, Doris Musgrove; Christ ian Culture, Velma Higgins. A hymn and the Mizpah benediction closed the meeting. Woman’s Institute The January meeting of the W. I. Ivill be held on Thursday, Jap. 27th, at 3 p.m. at the home of Miss Mae Davidson, The programme will con sist of a demonstration ’’Hot Supper Dishes” by Mrs. M. Sellers. Topic— Grey Owl and His Writings, Mrs. J. Adams, Poem from the writings of Robert Burns, Mrs. J. Lovell, Mrs, MacDonald will complete her demon stration on the local buymanship pro ject. Mr. and Mrs. John Gowdy spent one day last week with their son, Mr. Roy Gowdy and Mrs. Gowdy of the B. Line, Howipk. Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Gallaher spent one day recently with the^latter’s bro ther, Mr, Wm, Jacques and Mrs. Jac ques, of Lakelet vicinity. Mrs. Charlie Simmons and son, Mr. Harvey Simmons, spqnt last Sunday with the former’s daughter, (Mrs. M.‘ Porter and Mr. Porter of Wingham locality. 0 Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Palmer, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Weir, Mr. Walter Bush and Mrs. Charlie Edgar spent one day last week with Mr. and Mrs, Wm. Dane of the 14th of Howick. Mrs. Henry Merkley of Wingham, spent a few days recently with friends around here. Mr. Ken. Bennett made a business trip to Toronto last Saturday. He shipped a load, of cattle. Miss Lenora Higgins has gone to London where she purposes training to be a nurse. We wish her every success. The Woman’s Association held their monthly meeting Tuesday after noon of last week with an attendance of 12. The Pres., Mrs. Edw^i Palm er, opened the meeting by all /repeat ing the Lord’s Prayer, followed by the Scripture lesson from Romans, chapter 12. Then followed the busi ness part, after the roll call which was answered by each member pay ing her fees. A committee was ap pointed to plan for a social evening in the near future, also one to ar range for the making of more quilts. The meeting closed with prayer by Mrs. Gowdy. We congratulate Mr. and Mrs. C. Simmons on having attained the 50th anniversary of their wedding. 12 Below Monday Night For the second time since Christ mas the temperature dropped, below zero when on Monday night the ther mometer registered 12 below zero. The weatherman although he has pil ed up plenty of snow this year with no thaws, has not supplied very sev ere weather so far. The highways are open for traffic although a good blow •would fill the cuts quickly but the side-roads are blocked for motor traffic. The days are getting longer and it is said that some signs point to an early spring. This would be welcome indeed. MOORE—In January 17, his 72nd year. The funeral service will be held from H. J. Fryfogle’s Funeral Par lours, Wingham, at 2 p.m., on Thurs day, an. 20th, 1938. Interment in the Wingham Cemetery, APPS—At Kcnora, Ontario, January 13th, 1938, to Dr. and Mrs. Eric C. Apps, (neC Gladys Robertson, Reg, N,), a daughter, Judith Eliza beth, * COOK *•— In Wingham General Hos pital on Tuesday, January 18th, to Mr. and Mrs, Harvey Cook, R. R. No. 1, Belgravfy a son. COULTES — In Wingham General Hospital, on Sunday, January 16th, to Mr, and Mrs, Albert Coultes, Belgrave, a son, DENNIS — In Wingham General Hospital on .Sunday, January 16th, to Mr, and Mrs. Walter Dennis, Turnberry, a son. HAYES In Memorial Hospital Elyria, Ohio, to Mr, and Mrs. Louis D. Hayes (nee Dorothy Btydges) on Sunday, January 13th, a daughter Karen Dorothy. REMNANTS Bargain Materials for Blouses, Skirts, Curtains, Cushions, Etc. SILKS, SATINS, CREPES, SPUN SILKS Blain and Figured. Delaines, figured, all wool material Reg. 85c, Clearing Towelling, Curtaining, Chintzes and Cretonnes. EVANGELIST GEORGE DEWEY BLOMGREN Who has just returned from War-tom China, Manchukuo and Japan. He also toured the follow ing countries as a political religious investigator in to causes of social unrest. Russia, Latvia,4 Poland, Germany, Austria, Hun gary, Czechoslovakia, Yugoslavia, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Belgium, Greece, France and England. Wingham Baptist Church SUBJECTS AND DATES Sun., Jan. 23rd, 7 P.M.—“Voices that Still Echo” Jan. 24th—“In Difficulties in Italy and How I Got Out”. Orangement especially invited. Jan. 25th—“Rumblings of the Wheels of Time”. Jan. 26th—“Upper Rooms”. Jan. 27th—‘A Place of Safety in a Crashing World*. Jan. 28th—“Why Go to Hell when New York is so Near”. Jan. 29th—“I Saw Lenin Still Alive in Russia”— (Pictures of Russia). Jan. 30—3.30 P.M.—“Miracles and More Miracles”. 7.00 P.M.—“A Square Deal or Pay Day Some Day”. Jan. 31st—The War Drama of the Orient”—(Pic tures on China). ‘ All Meeting at 8 P.M. Unless Otherwise Stated. may make payments on account of 1938 taxes up to 90 per cent, of 1937 taxes* Interest at the rate of Five per cent, per an num will be allowed on such prepayments. * Prepayments of taxes must be made at the Town Treasurer’s Office, Town Hall. W* A* GALBRAITH, Treasurer, Town of Whigham*