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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-07-28, Page 8PAGE EIGHT THE WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, July 28 th, 1938 Watch Show Starts at 8.00 p.m, Except Saturday Saturday Night, Two Shews 7.45 and 9.45 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, July 28th, 29th, 30th ------SPECIAL------- 4: A MUSICAL OF SUPERLATIVE SPLENDOR... Queen of the silvery skates, more radiant and more beautiful than ever. Also “News” Admission: Adults 35c, Children 20c Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, August 1, 2nd, 3rd FRANCES FARMER RAY MILLAND -----In------- “EBBTIDE” The glamour of the South Sea, captured in all its natural beauty in technicolour. A Robert Louis Stevenson story. Also “Adventures of a Newsreel Cameraman” PLEASE KEEP IN MIND AUGUST 11, 12, 13 “SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS” gW—. ■ C.——■ ■I ■ ■■■■ ■■ WHITECHURCH Mrs. Newey and her grandson Ray­ mond Wall, of Detroit, returned to their home in Detroit on Friday after spending the past two weeks at the home of Mrs. A. Emerson. Born—On Friday, July 22, in Wing­ ham General Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. Jack McIntyre, of Langside, nee Florence Purdon, a son. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Graham, Mount Forest, and Mr. Robert Carrick, and daughters Anna May and Susan, vis­ ited on Wednesday last at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Lever. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Hueston and her daughter, Miss Lorina Brandt, Wal­ ton, spent the week-end at the home of her sister, Mrs. Amos Cornelius, and another sister, Mrs. John Sproule and her children, Stanley and Lilian, are spending this week there. A very interesting meeting of the W. M. S. of the United Church was held last Wednesday in the church with the president, Mrs. Victor Em­ erson, in charge. After the opening exercises, Miss C. Laidlaw led in prayer for the missionaries, Miss Wellwood and Miss Clark, Mrs. Rice of St. Helens sangs a solo, and Miss Mae Skelton, of Brussels, was pres­ ent to give the report of the W.M.S. Presbyterial held in Chatham in May, which proved very interesting. The roll call was answered by Bible verses containing the word hope. After the close of the meeting all repaired to the basement where lunch was served and a social half-hour enjoyed. The young people of the Presby­ terian church and the young people of the United church are holding a unit­ ed meeting this Thursday evening at the home of Mr, Clarence McClen­ aghan. This meeting takes the form of a picnic, after the devotional meet­ ing, and all are invited to attend. Mr. and Mrs. Victor Emerson vis­ ited on Sunday at the home of his mother, Mrs. A. Emerson. Miss Amelia Lever, of London, spent the week-end at the home of Hher parents, Mr, and Mrs. Peter Lev­ er. Mr. Harold Goyeau, of Windsor, spent the week-end at the home of his sister, Mrs. Aldin Purdon. Mr. and Mrs. Dave McGill, Wing­ ham, and Mrs, Walter Lott attended the Sunday evening out-door service of the Presbyterian young people camp at Camp Kintail. Mr. Charlie Markle, of St. Thomas, spent the week-end at the home of his aunt, Mrs. Robert Mowbray. Master Donald and Miss Betty Gil­ lespie, of New Sarum, are spending this week with their grandparents, j Mr. and Mrs. John Gillespie. I Miss Olive Garton, Mr. and Mrs Wm. Garton and Mr. George Suds, of Leamington, spent the week-end at the home of their father, Mr. Geo. Garton.(Miss Bertha Mackay,- of Stratford, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hector Mackay, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Mackay and son, Ross, of Guelph, are spending this week of their holidays there also. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McLean spent the week-end with their, daughrer, Mrs. Cross, of Walkerton, at their cottage at Bruce Beach. Rev. W. J. Watt had charge of +he service in the United Church here on Sunday in the absence of the Pastor, Mr. DeWitt Miller, of Wingham, and the young people of the church will have charge of the service next Sun­ day.A very interesting picnic was held at the 10th bridge last Friday after­ noon when the congregations of the Presbyterian Church and the United Church' joined with the ladies of the Women’s Institute to hold a com­ munity get-together. A splendid crowd gathered, and under the lead­ ership of Mrs. Victor Emerson 'and the President of the Institute, Miss Grace Richardson, an interesting and varied program of races and stunt games was carried out, with all en­ joying the prizes so keenly contested. ! Mr. John Gillespie was the winner of I the prize for the oldest person pres­ ent and responded to the call "Speech Speech” and said fie couldn’t remem­ ber how long ago it was since the people of the community had started having picnics on those grounds and told how he enjoyed seeing the young folks competing in the games, and I hoped they would all live long to en­ joy many more such good times. He received a hearty clap. A bountifu1 l-unch was served, and the afternoon’s I social time was much enjoyed by all. A very interesting meeting of the ! rncwar PROCLAMATION 4 At the request of many citizens and in accordance with a by-law passed by the Town Council. I hereby proclaimed as CIVIC HOLIDAY ist 1st TOWN OF WINGHAM and hereby call upon all good citizens to observed the same. “GOD SAVE THE KING”. JOHN W. HANNA, Mayor For Further Notice Regarding A MONSTER FROLIC To Be Held In WINGHAM MONDAY SEPT. 5th Sponsored by Wingham Lions Club Home Helpers and W.M.S. members of Chalmers Presbyterian Church with members of the W.M.S. from Langside and Calvin auxiliaries, was held at the home of Mrs. Robert Mowbray last Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Mowbray, as President, had charge of the meeting; Mrs. Heriry Godkin read the* Scripture lesson and Mrs. (Rev.) Pollock led in prayer. Mrs. Robt. Ross and her sister, Mrs. Naismith, sang a duet. The guest speaker, Mrs. Richard McWhinney, of Dungannon, gave a" very interesting message, speaking on "Life, and Its Meaning and Opportunities.” Mrs. Albert Patterson led in prayer, and Misses Velma Scott and Janet Craig sang a duet. Little Miss Ruby Conn also sang a solo. Lunch was served and a social half hour was enjoyed by all. Mr. and Mrs. John Craig spent Sunday at the home of her brother, Mr. George Coulter, of Morris. Mrs. Annetta Knight of Linwood is spending her holidays at the home of her brother, Mr. George Fisher. Mrs. Alec. Morton, of Guelph, has been visiting for the past two weeks at the home of her sister, Mrs. Janies Forester. Miss Hannah Wilson, R.N., of Bay City, Mich., spent the week-end at the home of Mrs. Jas. Wilson. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Martin, of Tor­ onto, are spending a few days this week at the home of Mrs. A. Fox. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Johnston, of Lucknow, and Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Scott and children, of Kinloss, visit­ ed on Sunday at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Conn. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Patterson and family, Lucknow, spent Sunday at the home of her mother, Mrs. Taylor. Their son, Orland, left on Monday with a truck-load of other men who Were motoring from Lucknow to the West- Master Kenneth Barbour of dyce is spending his holidays his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Pettapiece. j Mrs. John Mason returned For- with Herb and Mrs. Ab McQuillan were driving home, and a car was slowing up to let Mr. Fred Lott out at his gate, when it bumped into the buggy. The light on the buggy was not vis­ ible through the fog, but we are glad to report that neither Mr. or Mrs, McQuillan were injured, other than being tossed forward a little. The great silver maple tree that has stood at the end of Mr. Ezra Wel- wood’s lane for many years, was split by a bolt of lightning during the sev­ ere electrical storm on Monday night, and one half fell across the lane, the other half across the road. Neigh­ bours gathered Tuesday afternoon to help remove it. - Bark was thrown a ! great distance from the tree. Mr, Jas. Weir, of London, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. Fred Davidson. Little Kathleen Simpson, of Cui-1 ross, is visiting with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Conn. ST. HELENS Mrs. Robert Moore, Marguerite, Beverley and Jack, of Hensail, were guests of her brother, Mr. Harvey Webb and Mrs. Webb. Miss Dorothy McQuillin, whose marriage to Mr. Irvin McCabe, Sand­ wich, takes place this week, was hon­ ored at a delightful gathering arrang­ ed by Mrs. Ed. McQuillin Jr,, and Misses Beatrice and Mildred McQuil­ lin at her home on Tuesday after­ noon. To the strains of the Bridal Cliorus played by Miss Florence Mc­ Quillin, the bride-to-be, preceded by little Joan Lawrence as flower girl, met the groom, impersonated by Miss Mildred McQuillin, before a prettily decorated bower. Mildred read a short address and on behalf of the ladies present, the bride-to-be was presented with a mantel clock and money. Miss McQuillin, who was ta­ ken by surprise, expressed her thanks for the gifts and good wishes._A mus­ ical contest was won by Mrs. Earl Gaunt, Mrs. Tom Todd • and Miss Florence McQiullin. After a book of favorite recipes had been compiled for the bride, the guests, numbering about thirty-five, were shown her lovely trousseau and many beautiful gifts. Later a pleasant social hour was spent on the lawn where tea was served. . Miss Mae McDonald was a visitor with her cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. McDonald, Holyrood. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bell, of Pine River, were recent guests of Mr., and If It’s a Birthday Gift For HIM Give Him a Ronson Lighter $4.50 and $5.50 Omar Haselgrove’s Smoke Shoppe FIRST CLASS Watch Repairing AT REASONABLE PRICES WILLIAMS THE JEWELLER Official C. N. R. Watch Inspector. Flannel Slacks - smartly styled sportswear reg. 2.69 - 4.95 ___ _______________ Tropicals - new Glen Urquhart patterns reg. 4.50..................... 2.79 Sanforized Wash Pants - reg. 2.98...................2.49 2.49 Boys’ Outing Tweeds - plain and checked pat­ terns, 4 pleats, side straps,, reg. 2.98.........2.39 Blue Shorts - Pre Shrunk - reg. 89 ......... 59c Navy Gabardine Shorts - Lastex back . 89c Men’s Zipper Sport Shirts - reg. 1.25 .. Carleton Polo Shirts - reg. 1.00, 1.25 .. . LOO .. 79c KING'S Mrs. E, J. Thom and other friends. Mr. Robert McQuillin of Sudbury is spending a vacation at his home here. Mrs. McBain of Toronto is a vis­ itor at Mrs. John McQuillin’s. Rev. Mr. Watt of Oakwood United Church, occupied the pulpit here on Sunday morning. Next Sunday the service will "be in charge of the Y. P. U. with Mr. Clarence McClenaghan of WhitecKurch as special speaker. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Smith, of Toron­ to, were week-end visitors with Mrs. Webster. Miss C. B. Gordon, Ottawa, spent a few days visiting old friends here as the guest of her sister-in-law, Mrs. W. E. Gordon. Members of the W. M. S. were guests of the Whitechurch W.M.S,. on Wednesday afternoon when the spec­ ial speaker was Mrs. Skelton, Blyth, Mr. and Mrs. R. Woods, Mr. and Mrs. Lome Woods, Mrs. Alex. Mur- die and Miss Charlotte Johnston were recent visitors with Mr. and Mrs. H. Durnin, Seaforth. Misses M. E. and Elizabeth Salkeld of Goderich, were visitors on Monday with Mrs. R. K. Miller and Mrs. Gor­ don. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Leitch of De­ troit, are spending the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Thom and other relatives. During the severe electrical storm here Monday night, Mr.. David Todd had two valuable year-old colts killed. Miss Gorley, of Toronto, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Alex. McEwen, 1st line. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Johnston at­ tended the Johnston Re-Union Tues­ day at Mr. Harvey Johnston’s at Wal­ ton. Miss Viola Mathers visited on Sun­ day with her father and Pearl. Extra BUS Service FROM WINGHAM During London Old Boys’ Re­ Union Leave Wingham for London Sunday and Holiday 7.10 a.m. and 4,30 p.m. Leave London for Wingham and Points North 12.45 noon, 8.00 p.m. and 10.30 p.m. Week Days: Leave Wingham for London 7.10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m. Leave London for Wingham and North 12.45 Noon, 6.00 p.m. and 10.30 p.m. Local Agent, BRUNSWICK HOTEL. . MORRIS Mr. and Mrs. Jim Johnston spent Sunday with his parents at Auburn. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Mathers re­ turned to their home last Wednesday after a week’s holiday with his fath­ er and other friends. Miss Mossie Milligan spent the week-end in Hamilton. Look for this number on the Wallpaper Insert in your Tele­ phone Directory. FREE PRIZE­ IN Gallon Floglaze Enamel July Lucky Winner — 1633. ELMER WILKINSON Phone 161Prompt Delivery from Exeter on Sunday after spending a week there with her sister, Mrs. Kil­ patrick. Mr. and Mrs. George Taylor, Galt, visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Wm. Robinson, on their way home from Southampton. Rev. Gradon Cox leaves this week to take charge of a boys’ camp at Wascasu. Mrs. Naismith, Mrs. Robert Ross and George spent last week-end in Toronto with their sister, Mrs. Cur- ton Williatns. Mrs; Cahill, of Paris, spent last week visiting with her sister, Mrs. W. I Robinson. ' Mr. and Mrs. Zufelt, of Sudbury, ahd her mother, Mrs. Inglik of Clif­ ford and her sister, Mrs. Mitchell, of Turnberry, spent Tuesday last with their sister, Mrs, Fred Davidson and all visited with the latter-s daughter, Mrs. Edgar Gaunt of iMarnoeh. Dense fog on the road on Saturday night was the cause of a minor acci­ dent east of Mr, Walter Lott’s home. WHEN YOU WANT —Clear, .comfortable vision. •—Smart glasses in the moderri manner. —Really moderate prices. Consult— Ra i?fin • IvILILI Eyesight Specialist Wingham Office in WILLIAMS’ JEWELRY STORE Every Wednesday Morning Nine to Noon. DAVIE’S EASY SPREAD CHEESE ....... 15c y2 Lb. Pkg. LEALAND TOMATO JUICE ......... ... 10c 26-Oz. Tin MILD NEWLEALAND TOMATO CATSUP ................ 18c Bottle LIBBY’S PORK & BEANS PICAKE ........ 28 Oz. Tins ................. 2 for 25c SHORTENING ...2 Lbs. 25c IDAEL SWEET < MIXED PICKLES............................35-Oz. Jar 25c Jells All Fruit HEAVY ZINCCERTO........ 25c Bottle RINGS .. ............ 14-CUT RUBBER MEMBARINGS .......................5c Dozen SEALS -----10c Pkg. EXTRA SPECIAL PEANUT BUTTER .... MADE-RITE PASTRY FLOUR ................ 59c 24-Lb. Bag FOUR O’CLOCK BLACK TEA 59c Lb. FRESH, LARGE, STRAIGHT BOLOGNA * • • • 4-Lb. Pail 49c DALTON’S O.K. JELLY POWDERS ........J 5 Pkgs. 25c FRENCH DRIP COFFEE S5c Lb. ... 17cLb. THRIFT BULK SOAR FLAKES 3 Lbs 25c I ?n^,RAPPED LAUNDRY 3 Lbs. 25c | SOAP 10 Bars 29c We have Fresh Tomatoes Arriving Daily, Best Trices by the Bas< ket or by the Pound. Also Oranges, Lemons, Grapefruit and AU Seasonable Fruits.