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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-04-07, Page 1Single Copies Five Cents COMEDY TO BE PRESENTED HERE DISTRICT SCOUT MEETING HELD “The Three Pegs” Will Be Presented Here Tuesday, April 12th. Mr. J. R. M. Spittai Received His Warrant.at Assistant District Commissioner. With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette end Wroxeter News. * • > WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 7th, 1938 FIRE EXTINGUISHED' IN WAWANOSH Closet Full of Clothes Destroyed Subscriptions $2,0Q Per Year Under the auspices of the Wing­ ham Fire Brigade a comedy in three acts, “The Three Pegs” will be pre­ sented in the Town Hall here Tues­ day next, April 12th, by the Teeswat­ er Dramatic Club. The curtain rises .at 8.15 p.m. sharp. The Teeswater Club have success­ fully staged this play on several oc­ casions. The citizens of Wingham .and district will be delighted with this splendid presentation. Do not miss ' this fine entertainment. ^The Firemen ,are to be congratulated on bringing this humorous play to town, give rthem your support. The cast of characters: Emily Wat­ son, very wealthy, Mrs. Roy Thomp­ son; Aunt Euphelia, who sees no ro­ mance in life, Mrs. R. D. Brown; The Three Pegs (Marguerite, Madge and Peg), Mrs. C. W. Lewis, Mrs. C. W. Cerson, Miss Helen O’Mara; Sarah, 'the Irish Cook, Mrs. G. Small; Lizzie, the maid, Mrs. M, A- Donahue; Mrs. rConti, an Italian, Mrs. W. A. Morri­ son; Mrs. Barclay, a friend, Mrs. D. •O’Mara. Between the acts, music will be fur­ nished by the CKNX Flill Billies, “Bill, Pete and Shorty.” Admission 25c. Reserved seats 35c. Plan opens at McKibbon’s Store, Monday, April 11th. The monthly meeting of Huron District Boy Scouts’ Association was held in Clinton on Monday night. Mr. Harold Muir, of Seaforth, received his warrant as District Commissioner and Mr. J. R; M. Spittai, of town, a war­ rant as Assistant District Commis­ sioner. A committee was appointed to plan for a County Competitive Scout Ral­ ly, which w;ll be held in Goderich on May 24th, at which all scout troops in the district will compete includ­ ing the Wingham Trqop. Dr-ug Suffered Nervous Breakdown Friends of Mrs. H. Buchanan will be sorry to learn that she is suffer­ ing from a nervous breakdown. 330 ATTENDED TOXOID CLINIC The ■ second treatment of Toxoid for the prevention of diphtheria was administered to ’ 300 children at the Town Hall on Friday afternoon. 30 who had not previously been given the first treatment were present and were administered their first injection. The next free clinic will be held in the Town Hall at 1.30 p.m. on Fri­ day, April 22nd. The splendid attendance at these clinics proves conclusively that the parents heartily endorsed the action of the Board of Health and the local Doctors in the establishing of these free toxoid clinics. Fine originating in a clothes-closet in the home of Frank Thompson, on the 10th Concession of East Wawa- nosh, about one O’clock on Saturday night, gave the family quite a fright. The family, together with Harry and Fred Deacon, who are employed on the farm, returned home late from Wingham, after fixing the fires all retired. About 1 o'clock the Deacon boys were awakened by smoke and it was found that the clothes-closet was, afire, Mr. Thompson and the Deacon boys succeeded in extinguishing the blaze. All the clothes in the closet were burned and the woodwork badly charred as was the door to the closet which had been left open. The win­ dow blind and curtains in the room adjacent to the closet were also' burn­ ed and the room blackened with the smoke. It is thought that a spark from the stove had caught on the sleeve of one of the boys’ coats when he fixed the fire just prior to going to bed. The coat was hung in the clothes closet and an hour later they were awaken­ ed by the smoke. It was first thought that the smoke was from the furnace and Mr, Thompson rushed to the lar but when he arrived back stairs the flames were shooting of the clothes closet. cel- up- out LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mr. and Mrs. E. Harrison spent the week-end in Toronto. Mr. George Williams has returned from a trip to Toronto. Mr. Mac Graham is visiting his ■daughter, Mrs. R. Armstrong, Lind­ say. Miss Vera M. Casemore is spend­ ing this week with her brother in Stratford. Shoe Repaired like new—For satis­ factory Work try Greer’s with your next pair. Mr. W. W.' Armstrong spent a few days in Toronto last week with Dr. Marvin Craig. Miss Anne Armstrong has returned to town after spending the winter in Fontia’c,- Mich. “Rexall One Cent Sale” is on this week, also Formaldehyde 25c lb., at McKibbon’s Drug Store. iMr. and Mrs. George Herd return­ ed last week from spending the win­ ter at Delray Beach, Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Piper, Oshawa, yvere week-end visitors with the for­ mer’s mother, Mrs. S. Piper. Miss A. Simpson, of Jasper, Alta., is visiting with Postmaster A. H. and Mrs. Musgrove and other relatives. Mrs. James Fowler has returned home after spending the past three months with her brother in Toronto. “Rexall ■ One Cent Sale” this week,’ Wed., Thurs., Friday and Saturday, also Formaldehyde 25c lb., at McKib- boti’s Drug Store. Blue Blood Oxfords — The 'New smart Oxfords for Young Men, in Black or Brown Calf, $5.00 a pair — Greer’s Shoe Store. Mrs. W. J. Henderson has returned from. Niagara Falls where, we are glad to report, her sister is recover­ ing nicely from an accident. Mrs. (Rev.) SnellJand Mrs. Petti­ grew, of Brantford, visited wjth friends in town and were guests of Mrs. Wni. Dawson, Slutter St. Mr. and Mrs. Biles and son, Jack, and Mr. Jack Carroll and (Miss Coad, of London, spent the. week-end at the home of Dr. and Mrs. R. L. Stewart. Work Shoes — For Comfort and Wear try Sisman’s Thoro-Bilt or Grebs Arch-Support Shoes. See them at Greer’s Shoe Store. Mr. Cyril Murray, of Guelph, and his cousin, Miss Madie McDonald, of Toronto, were week-end guests with the former’s mother, Mrs. S. A. Mur­ ray, “Rexall One Cent Sale” is on this week also Formaldehyde at 25c lb., at McKibbon’s Drug Store. Mr. H. R. Mack, of Swift Current, Sask., visited last week at the home of his brother-in-law, Mr. J. A. Kelly. Mr, Macle was returning home after spending the winter In Scotland. Gabardine Ties or Strap Pumps lit lllack, Blue, Brown or Green, lit all new Spring Styles. Sec them ftat Greer’s Shoe Store. Euchre and Dance Currie’s School, Thurs., April 14th. Men 25c, Ladies bring lunch. INSTITUTE HELD IRISH MEETING Rev. E. O. Gallagher Gave Interest­ ing Talk on St. Patrick. Addressed Brussels Congregation Mr. Lloyd Dark, member for Hur­ on in the Boys’ Parliament, was the guest speaker at a Father and Son service held in the Brussels United Church on Sunday evening. To Hold Euchre April 8th ■ A Euchre Party under the auspices' of the Women’s Institute will be held in the Council Chamber'on Friday ev­ ening, April Sth, at 8 o’clock sharp. Admission 25c. Everybody welcome. Chicken Stealing in Carrick An epidemic of chicken thieving is again prevalent in Carrick Township. Farmers have reported some of their flocks stolen. Frank Reich, of the d 2th concession, was one victim, and the pens of John Neisen, of the 9th concession also were plundered. Pol­ ice are investigating. Clinton Tax Rate 40 Mills The Clinton Council has set tax rate for 1938 at 40 mills, which is a redaction of three mills from last year’s rate. The town’s waterworks and Hydro debts are nearing the fin­ al payments and the town’s finances are in good condition. A system permanent street pavements is to introduced for the side streets. the of be Attended Funeral of Niece Mr. E. M, Snell, of Toronto, and who intends moving to his home here this month, was a visitor in town on Monday. He had been attending the funeral of his niece, Margaret Snell, 7-year-old daughter of Mr. and |Mrs. Ephriam Snell, of near Clinton, who was fatally injured by a car on Thurs­ day when leaving S.S. No. 5, Hullett. Chicago Defeat Leafs In the first game of the Stanley Cup Finals played at Toronto on Tuesday night, Chicago defeated the Maple Leafs 3 to 1. Chicago were without the services of their regular goalie, Karakas, but Alfie Moore who took liis place, was one of the stars of the game, The second game will be played Thursday night, also in Toronto. The series- is best three out of five games. * Forecast Relief Works Labor Minister Rogers forecast hl the House of Commons a concentra­ tion of relief works Under federal jur­ isdiction and federal control. He in­ stanced assistance to Canada’s $300,- 000,000-a-year tourist industry. He Said: “My own feeling has been from my 2 Vs years in office, that we should concentrate not on relief works as such, merely to provide employment, but rather to concentrate on such pro­ jects that will develop this country, conserve its resources and make pos­ sible a permanent absorption of our people in gainful occupation,” Mr. Rogers said the present system of making grants for the provinces to spend was both inefficient and waste* ful. The March fneeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute was held in the Coun­ cil Chamber on Thursday afternoon with over fifty in attendance. The president occupied the chair and op­ ened the meeting with singing The Institute Ode followed by The Lord’s Prayer in unison. In the business session Miss Cora Phair was appointed a delegate to at­ tend the Girls’ Conference to be held at the O.A.C., Guelph, on May 10, 11 and 12th, and arrangements were made to hold a euchre in the Council Chamber on the evening of April 8th. ' The guest speaker of the afternoon was the Rev. E. O. Gallagher, who gave a very interesting talk on “The Life Work of St. Patrick” after which the following program was given: piano solo, “Whispers from Erin” by Miss Cora Phair; reading, “Mrs. Mc- Loney on the Chinese Question” by Mrs. FI. Brown; solo, “When Song Is Sweet’7 by Miss Eva Lediet; dialogue, “Love in'the Kitchen” by Mary Le- pard and Iris Templeman; Irish Jig, by Jean Elliott; Roll Call—An Irish Quotation. As it always requires as­ sistance from the Scotch, to make an Irish program a success, the Rev. K. MacLean was called on and he gave a ten-minute talk on the afternoon’s meeting. This was followed by some complimentary remarks by Mr. W. S. Hall on The Work of the Institute. The meeting'’closed with the Nation­ al Anthem. The hostess, Mrs. Clarkson Martin, assisted by Mrs. T. Bower, served a real Irish lunch and all enjoyed a very social half-hour. HURON CATTLE­ MEN DISCUSS T.B. RESTRICTION — ....$.. Scheme Will Come Up at June Ses­ sion of Huron County Council Huron County as a T.B. restricted area was discussed pro and con at a largely attended meeting held in ag­ ricultural assembly room at Clinton on Saturday afternoon. The interest shown in the project was manifest by the presence of upward of one hund­ red cattle men of the county. The meeting was called to order at 2 p.m. by Agricultural Representative Ian MacLeod, who after briefly outlining the purpose of the meeting asked for nominations for a chairman, Mr. Hugh Hill, a prominent dairy cattle breeder of Colborne township, was the unanimous choice, Expressing his pleasure at the interest being shown in the project as indicated by the large attendance he then introduced the guest speaker, Mr. W. P. Watson, of the Ontario Department of Agri­ culture, live stock branch. Project Thoroughly Explained iMr. Watson held the attention of his audience for upward of one hour as he explained- the workings of the project. He said in _his opening re­ marks that there is sure to be some opposition to the movement because there are compulsory regulations to be observed. There must be 66 2-3 of the farmers of the county pledged by signatures to fulfil the obligations laid down. All cattle must be given the test for T.B. symptoms. Animals that show reaction to the test must be slaughtered. No cattle from unre­ stricted areas may be brought into the county until they have been test­ ed and found to be free from the dis­ ease. He then told how and at what amounts the farmer would be com- ' pensated for animals slaughtered. ■ Scrub bulls and cattle with lump-jaw, however, do not bring any compensa­ tion allowance as the carcasses can not be put to any use? The test is not absolutely infallible, sjiid the speaker, but instances of failure are. few, and -it is the best test that has yet been.- found. Afterward Mr. Watson an­ swered a number of questions, all of which were pertinent to the subject being considered. The chairman call- ; ed on a number of county council • members who were present to express their opinion on the subject and each of them was favorable to the project. ; Those who spoke were County War- ■ den William Haacke, Goderich; Reev­ es Peter Scott, East Wawanosh; E. • Cardiff, Morris; George Feagan, Col­ borne and R. Grain, rI urnberry Town­ ship. The matter will come up, at the June session of the county council. The sanction of the council is requir­ ed before the movement can be put into operation. e Men’s Wear Everything new in Men’s and Boys’ Wear at Isard’s. See new models in Spring Overcoats, Suits, Hats and Gents’ Furnishings. Snaps Off Telephone Pole On Monday morning with the roads covered with wet, slippery snow, a, cat driven by Mr. C. A. Roberts and a truck driven by Mr. Geo. Mundell, approached the corner of Frances and Victoria Streets simultaneously, Mr. Roberts applied the brakes and slew­ ed a bit hitting a telephone pole, breaking it off at the ground, No one was injured and the car was damag­ ed but slightly. Hepburn Opposed 50% Grant The Hepburn Government refused to assume 50% of the cost of sec­ ondary school education in the prov­ ince, as called for in a resolution by George S. Henry, former Conserva­ tive premier and minister of educa­ tion. Debated in the Legislature, Premier Hepburn charged that the resolution was a political move, in­ tended only to embarrass the Gov* ernhieht, and for that reason, called on the Liberals to vote against the measure, which they did, He termed the move “cheap political tactics.” HOSPITAL SHOWER WELL ATTENDED Many Useful Articles Were Donated The miscellaneous shower held at the home of Mrs. Armstrong on the afternoon of Thurs­ day, March 31st, under the auspices of the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the Wing­ ham General Hospital, was' largely at­ tended by the ladies of the commun­ ity, and a most generous donation of gifts was received. The members of the Auxiliary take this opportunity of thanking the many donors for their kind contributions, both in acceptable articles for hospital use, and in cash. Several ladies also took this occa­ sion to become members of the Aux­ iliary for the current year, and it is hoped others will join and help in this worthy cause. Donations received were:’ 10 small table cloths, 13 dresser scarfs, 4 tray cloths, 6 bath towels, 6 linen towels, 6 face towels, 3 pr. pillow slips, 1 cushion, 1 large piece of linen, 1 pr, curtain material, 54 cups and saucers, 5 breakfast plates, 7 tea pots, 1 tea cosy, 3 enamel wash basins, 10 vases, 9 cream jugs, 6 sets cream and sugar, 5 sets salt and pepper, 7 small bowls, 1 waste paper basket, 26 bread and butter plates, 14 odd saucers, 5 jelly moulds, 2 glass bowls, 6 sherbet glasses, 1 glass candy jar, 2 jars pick­ les, 1 jar jam; cash donations $6.10. and tea W. w. ODDFELLOWS HELD RALLY AT RIPLEY Grand Master A. L. Bruner Was Present. The Oddfellows of Ripley and dis­ trict staged a -monster Rally in their hall on Monday evening, when over 200 members of the order were pre­ sent from all the surrounding lodges. The degree team of Maitland Lodge, conferred the third degree on six candidates. Following this the year class of candidates for Ripley lodge of eleven new members and five re-instatements were • the Grand Master. » The visit of Grand Bruner was the result he issued to Ripley lodge last Fall, and the address delivered by him was one of inspiration and will be long remembered by those present. Following the lodge meeting the members adjourned to the Town Hall where the Rebeccas furnished a de­ lightful lunch, and a short program was enjoyed. The meeting was in charge D. G. M. Andy Patterson. introduced to Master A. L. of a challenge OBITUARY of D. REV. W, PATTERSON TO RECEIVE D.D. PREPARATORY AT ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH Former Bluevale Minister To Be Honored, Rev. William Patterson, minister of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Westboro, will be honored by the Presbyterian College in Montreal on April 12 next when h§ will receive an honorary degree of Doctoi* of Divin­ ity. The Senate of the Presbyterian College has approved the honor, and Mr. Patterson has been instructed to attend the convocation on April 12. Mr, Patterson is a former minister of Knox Presbyterian Church, Bluevale. Conducted by Rev, Wilkie, of Tees- water .— Three New Members Received. TRUCK DRIVER TO FACE COURT CHARGE Three-hour search for an alleged hit-and-run driver at troderich Satur­ day resulted in a charge of leaving the scene of an accident being laid against Max Frankel, junk dealer. Frankel is said by police to have sped away when his truck came in contact with a coaster' wagon on which was Alvin McGee, age six, son of Mr. and Mrs. Reginald McGee, garage man. The boy suffered a frac­ tured right leg and minor injuries. The accident occurred as a truck emerged from a Hamilton street al­ leyway just as the boy, on his wagon, was proceeding along the sidewalk. Police say there were eyewitnesses. The hearing will take place next Thursday. Dance in Belgrave , Friday, April 8th. Ernest’s Orches­ tra. Admission 25c. Mrs. Thos. Gilmour Ill We are sorry to report that Mrs. Thos. Gilmour is quite ill with heart trouble. Her many friends hope for a speedy recovery. Spring Styles Everything new in Ladies’ Spring Suits, Coats, Dresses, Waists, Skirts and Hats. See smart styles for East­ er at the I-sard Stores. Won Prize for Play Mrs. Rica MacLean Farquharson, of Toronto, was awarded the Lieu­ tenant-Governor’s silver medal donat­ ed by His Honor Albert Matthews, Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario, as the writer of the best original Can­ adian play produced during the fes­ tival at Toronto. The play was nam­ ed “They Meet Again.” Mrs. Farqu­ harson is well known here being the daughter of Mr. Fred MacLean, bro­ ther of the late John A. MacLean. FINE PREMIUMS FOR HORT. MEMBERS Horticultural Society Announces Membership Premiums. The annual membership drive of the Wingham Horticultural Society is now under way. The fee is $1.00 and you are urgently requested to renew your membership at once and for sure before April 20th. Premiums The fee includes as a premium the choice of the following: 3 Hybrid Tea Roses . 5 Regal Lilies or 4 Van Houttei Spirea (Bridal (Wreath). Owing to the increased demand for roses and: lilies the supply this year is limited so order early and you will not be disappointed. Each member this year will receive Free a copy of the booklet “Beauti­ fying the Home Grounds.” Memberships may be Secured at the following places: T. Fells’ Butcher Shop; Shop; Bank, W. S. Mrs. Joseph Pugh was with deep regret that citizens of Wingham learned of death in London on Thursday of Sabina Paul, widow of the late Joseph Pugh, in her 78th year. Mrs. Pugh had been spending the winter at the home of her son, Chester, 784 King St., London, where she passed away after a lengthy illness, being confin­ ed to her bed for the past six weeks. She was born in Selkirk, Ont., in 1861, the daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. Paul. In 1883 at Ripley she was married to Joseph Pugh and 30 years ago with her husband moved to Wingham, where she has since resid­ ed. Mr. Pugh predeceased her in No­ vember of 1935. She leaves to mourn her passing, four sons, Chester A., of 784 King St., London; H. Clifford, 58 Maple Ave., Hamilton, J. W. of 83 Emerald St., Hamilton, and W. Paul, of Conera, Sask. The funeral service was held on Saturday afternoon dencc, Patrick St., was conducted, by Kenneth MacLean Presbyterian Church made in Wlngham Cemetery. The pallbearers were: Donald Rae, Dr. A. W. Irwin, W, J. Greer,.H. Dia­ mond, W. H. Haney, John Raby. it the the at her late resi- Wingham, and her pastor, Rev. of St. Andrew’s i. Interment was fl ; Town Clerk’s Office; Hydro ; Bank of Commerce, Dominion ’ Hall, Mrs. E. J. Nash, President. Secretary, Correction In last week’s paper we reported that Ann Anderson Perry had pur­ chased the Elmira Express. This should have read the Elora Express. Kincardine Tax Rate 52 Mills Striking a tax rate of 52 mills, the Town Council held the rate to the 1937 level at its monthly meeting. The provincial subsidy of One mill was credited with assisting the coun­ cil, for without it the’ rate would have been 53 mills. Returned from Florida Mr. and Mrs.' Gordon Buchanan have returned from a month’s holiday in the South. They spent most of their time at Daytona Beach and vis­ ited Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Lloyd at Southern Pines, North Carolina, both going and coming. Plan Music Festival Teachers and pupils in West Bruce inspectorate are busy preparing for tl'.e second annual music festival to be held here on May 6. G. Roy Fen­ wick, supervisor of music for the de­ partment of education, will adjudicate the festival and conduct the 250 voice festival choir. Daughter Dies In Montreal Mrs. S. Montreal owing to Mrs. E. morning sad news that she had passed away. He left on Monday afternoon for Kingston where she was being brought for burial. S. Campbell was called to on Thursday of last week, the illness of her daughter, L. Perry, and on Monday Mr. Campbell received the Kai-Shek Named Leader Gen. Chiang Kai-Shek was elected leader of the dominant Kuomin-tang, or Nationalist party of China, on Sat­ urday, a position of great power not filled since the death 14 years ago of Sun Yat-Sen, founder of the party and of the Chinese republic. This ac­ tion was taken by the closing meeting of an emergency session of the party congress, summoned in this provis­ ional capital to place the political or­ ganization of China on a war-time basis. He is also commander-in-chief of the Chinese armies. Government Coalition Wins in Egypt Complete returns in the Egptian parliamentary elections gave a land­ slide victoroy to the Government co­ alition, headed by Premier Moham­ med Hahmoud Pasha, and parties al­ lied to it. Of the 264 seats in the new Parliament, the Government was as­ sured of 99 while it has the support of 79 Saadists and 54 Independents. The Waftlists, previously the domin­ ant party in Egypt, took only 12 seats compared with 159 they controlled of a total of 232 in the last Parliament. Tn the remaining 20 constituencies new elections will be necessary as no candidate emerged with a clear ma­ jority. Rev. Mr. Wilkie, of Teeswater, con­ ducted Preparatory Service in St. Service in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on Friday evening, taking as his text John 13:10. Jesus and His disciples had returned to Jerusalem for the fast time and were in the up­ per room where the last supper would, take place, They had been to the pub­ lic baths as was the custom after a. journey, and when Jesus went to wash the soil from Peter’s feet that he would have in walking from the baths to the upper room, Peter said “Not my feet only, but also my hands and my head.” Jesus answered him using the words of the text “He that is washed needeth not save to wash his feet but is clean every whit,” Though we are completely cleaned, by the blood of Christ when we ac­ cept Him as our Saviour, yet every day brings some deed, thought or as­ sociation that would soil us and must be washed away by earnest prayed and the study of God’s Holy Word even as Jesus washed .the soil from the disciples’ feet and made them clean every whit. Three new members joined the Church, the minister, Rev. K. Mac- Lean addressed them and welcomed them into the congregation. Goderich Tax Rate 49 Mills At a special sitting Town Council struck the tax rate for 1938 at 49 mills, a reduction of one mill as com­ pared with last year. There is little change in the debenture or school rates or other uncontrollable expend­ itures, the mill saving being made by halving public works and other com­ mittee estimates. Bridge Club Winners There was an- attendance of 10% tables at a meeting of the Bridge Club held on Wednesday evening last week when the winners were: North and South — Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and George Mason; Miss N. Dinsley and Miss M. King; Mrs. A. M. Bishop and Jack Mason; Mrs. A. E. Van- Stone and A. M. Bishop; East and West — Mrs. Geo. Ross and R. S. Hetherington; Mrs. A. Wilson and Mrs. R. DuVal; tied 3rd and 4th, Mrs. H. Campbell and J. McKibbon; Mrs. C. Armitage and Mrs. W. H. Waram, PRESENTATION Mr. and Mrs. Ross S. MacRae Show- by Church Friendsered number of friends from. Presbyterian Church, at A large Chalmer’s Whitechurch, gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. /Ylbert Walters, on Thursday evening, March 31st, and presented Mr. and Mrs. Boss S. Mac­ Rae with a walnut fernery and num­ erous other gifts. The young couple were completely taken by surprise. After the presentation Mr. MacRae made a suitable reply, thanking all. for their kind wishes. A Delightful lunch was served and the balance of the evening was spent in games and dancing. The following address was read by Mr. Robert Mowbray; Whitechurch, Ont., March 31st, 1938 Dear Mr. and Mrs. MacRae: To establish a home is a Divinely appointed task and to conduct a home the greatest piece of work a man and woman can put themselves to. It has been well said, a good home implies good living and to be happy at home,, the aim of all who establish it. To this task you have dedicated yourselv­ es, and may the home you establish ever be the resort of love, of joy, of peace and of plenty. Rule it accord­ ing to God's Word and then you will succeed in making it a sphere of har­ mony and peace. We, your friends of Chalmer’s Presbyterian Church, Whitechurch, wish you well and share with you your happiness. These gifts which we bring serve only to indicate the es­ teem in which we hold you, and we trust that you will receive them with the same kindly feelings in which they are given. On behalf of the congregation, we remain, Sincerely yours, Rhys A. Pollock, Chairman Soard of Managers. Gordon McGee, Secretary. Mrs. R. Mowbray, Pres. W. M. S.