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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-11-17, Page 81 Show Starts at 8.00 p.m. Except Saturday Saturday Night, Two Shows 7.45 and 9.45 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, November 17, 18, 19 ------ Double Bill ------ GENE AUTRY SMILEY BURNETTE ---- - In------ “The Old Barn Dance” LOLA LANERAMON NOVARRO ----- In The Sheik Steps Out”a * The first is a Western picture starring Gene Autry, the second is a picture of romance in Arabia. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, WARNER BAXTER Nov. 21, 22, 23 MYRNA LOY A horse by the name of Broadway Bill has a lot to do with the lives of two people, in this picture of the race-track. Also “Colour Subject” and “Screen Snapshots” WHITECHURCH Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gillespie and children, of Yarmouth, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Gillespie and with Mr. and Mrs. Hodgins, of Holyrood. Mr. Herbert Burchill, of Wingham, spent the past week with Mr. Nor­ man Welwood. Little Billie Purdon and Kenneth FIRST CLASS Watch Repairing AT REASONABLE PRICES WILLIAMS THE JEWELLER Official C. N. R. Watch Inspector. Purdon were at home last week with a mild attack of measles. Born—On Monday, Nov. 7th, in Wingham Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Morrison, a daughter. A car bumped into Miss C. Laid­ law’s car last Wednesday in Wing­ ham and gave the occupants of the car quite a bump, and burst a tire. Mrs. John Kilpatrick and children of Lucknow, spent last week at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Robinson. Mr. and Mrs. John Mason spent the week-end in Toronto with Miss Mildred Mason and Miss Beatrice and Mr. Melville Beecroft spent the week-end with friends there also. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Robinson, of Tilsonburg, spent the week-end with his father, Mr. Thos. Robinson, and with her parents, at Belgrave. Mr. Andrew Kirk, of Seaforth and his niece, Mrs. Will Lyon, and Miss Bina Kirk, of Londesboro, visited on Sunday with Mrs. Kirk at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Beecroft. Miss Annie Kennedy is in Auburn helping at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Patterson. We Can Help You We have procured travelers’ samples which we are able to offer you at about one-third off the regular prices. Toilets Sets for ladies and men at excep­ tional savings. They are now on display in Window and on our counters. Over Two Hundred Toilet Sets in Jasmine, Gar­ denia and Adrienne, also Brush, Comb and Mirror sets. Over 200 Sets. Over 200 pieces from 39c up. McKibbon’s Drug Store The Rexall Store THE WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Miss Tillie and Mr. George Alex­ ander accompanied Mrs. T. King and Miss Mary to London last Thursday and visited at the home,of Mr. and 3i£rs, TlibS- Armstrong. Miss Annie Cummings, R.N., of Toronto, spent the week-end here at the home of her brother, Mr. Michael Cummings and her mother, Mrs. T. Cummings left on Monday to spend the winter in Detroit at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Duncan McMillan, Mrs. James Wilson, Miss Merle Wilson and Tom spent Thursday last in Stratford Powell. The ladies W.M.S. and M. S. are at the home of Mrs. Opportunity Special articles mentioned for this week-end. Read, Carefully. • Jumbo Knit Sweaters, heavy weight, 'pure wool, for men. Regular $2.95, on sale ...... $1.95 Men’s Overcoats, All Wool, Young Men’s, new models, light shades, Browns and Dark Greys. Men’s $14.75 Young Men’s $12.75 New Hets in smartest Wool Felts. Greens, Browns and two shades of Greys .............- $1.95 Hanna & Co. Ltd “Outfitters for Men and Boys” se- for of of Langside and Calvin the United Church W. invited to attend the Thank-Offering meeting held in the Presbyterian Church this Friday af­ ternoon, when Miss Iris Errey, mis­ sionary on furlough from the Bhil Field in India, will be present and give an address. Miss Wnnifred Farrier, of Toron­ to, spent the week-end at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs, W, R. Farrier. Quite a number from1 here attended the sectional meeting of the Teeswat- er and Whitechurch and Calvin and Langside W.M.’S’. held at Langside last Thursday. Mrs. Little, of Ashfield, visited last week at the home of Mrs. .Albert Pat­ terson, returning home with iMr. Lit­ tle on Sunday. Mr, Robert Carrick is making ex­ tensive alterations in his greenhouse this fall. Rev. Mackay from New Ontario, who is in charge of the synodical mis­ sionary services in the Presbyterian Church, had charge of the services here on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Robinson and family moved last week to their new home in Courtland where he has cured work in the tobacco factory the winter. The regular monthly meeting the Women’s Institute was held last Tuesday in the Institute Hall with the President, Miss Grace Richard­ son, in charge. After the opening ex­ ercises, Miss Richardson asked to hold a meeting on the Buymanship project on Monday, Nov. 21, to which all the ladies are invited. The ladies decided to hold a Euchre and dance on November 22nd and to have geese for prize and a door prize-, and the Gulley Jumpers will play. The fol­ lowing interesting program was then given. Mrs. Grain gave the talk on the motto, There never was a good W.ar, and No Peace. Mrs. Scholtz gave an interesting talk on the Leafy spurge weed, its habits, appearance, and the method of eradication. Mrs. A. E. Purdon gave a very interesting paper on ‘‘Peace’*, and Mrs. Thomas Moore gave a reading “Bridge-Build­ ers.” Mrs. Robert Ross sang “Peace, perfect peace,” and Miss Laidlaw was in charge of the current events. At the close Mrs. Russel Gaunt held a very interesting guessing conte'st with a jar of jelly-beans, the numbers being won by Mrs. Rhys Pollock. The meeting was closed by singing the National Anthem. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Moore and Charlie visited with Mr. and Mrs. Basil Thompson of Caledon one day last week. Mrs. Jerry Casemore of Turnberry spent last week at the home of her son, Mr. Ernest Casemore. iMr. and Mrs. John Falconer and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Cronin and their nephew, Mr. Richard Welwood, of Caledon, spent the week-end with the former’s sons, Messrs. Cecil and Jas, Falconer. BLUEVALE SM Mouth Organs From 25c to $2.25 Also Full Line of ' Smokers’ Sundries Omar Haselgrove’s x Smoke Shoppe son on Thursday evening. The pres­ ident presided. After singing an op­ ening hymn, Spence McKinnon read the Scripture lesson. The topic “The Sacredness of Human Life” was tak­ en by Carl Johnston and Rev. A. V. Robb gave an interesting talk on “Remembrance Day” and what it means to us as Canadians. Repeat­ ing the Mizpah benediction closed the meeting. Holiday and Week-end visitors: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Aitcheson, of Ripley, spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Will Abram and other friends. Mrs. Fagen, of Kingsville, spent a few days with friends; she returned home on 'Sunday accompanied by Msr. Myra Moffatt, who will make Eyes Examined NOW! Ry a specialist to His work. Mr. Reid has been in Stratford over twenty years and has had his Whigham office nearly five years. Modem equipment and latest methods of eye. examind,hdn await you here. Glasses at moderate prices. Call 5W to-day for aw ap­ pointment. R. A. REID Registered Optometrist Office to Williams’ Jewelry Store. Thorough and complete eye ex­ aminations and proper glasses exclusively. Every Wednesday Morning 9.00 to Noon Institute Met Thursday Mrs. Roy Turvly opened her home for the monthly meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute on Thursday after­ noon when the program throughout was in keeping with Thanksgiving and Remembrance Day. The presi­ dent, Mrs. Wickstead, presided. Miss Olive Shiels acted in the absence of the secretary. All present answered the roll by naming something for which they were thankful, During the business discussion it was’decid­ ed that.,the branch would not apply for the Government grant of $3,00, “Little sturdy boyish hands, Digging trenches in the sands, Never let them dig, oh God, trenches in a war torn sod.” This was the motto on which Mrs. James Breckenridge spoke. Mrs. Alice Aiken, convenor of Peace and International Relations, spoke on that subject, outlining ways in which we can help the work done by the League of Nations, Short pieces1 on Peace were read by the Misses Mar­ garet Turvey, Margaret Curtis and Mossie Milligam Miss Olive Shiell was awarded the honor of drawing the best Union Jack. At the close of the meeting Mrs. Milton Smith, as­ sisted the hostess serve lunch all enjoyed a social time. CITY MISSION Ariniversary Services \ Sunday, Nov. 20th Thursday, Nov. 17, 8 p.m., Preach­ ing by Rev. W. B, Moyer. Sunday, 2 p.m., 3 and 8 p.m. Special Speaker, Rev. W. B. Moy­ er, of Kitchener. Singers: Bethany Ladies’ Quar­ tette Of CKCR, Kitchener. All are welcome to attend. , Henderson’s Barber Shop • Where Service Is A Pleasure and Opening Session of Y.P.U. The Y.P.U. of the United Church met for the first meeting of the sea* an,extended visit at Kingsville, ,Mrs< Ross Douglas, Miss Olive Douglas, Toronto, and Miss Dorothy Aitken, Draytop, were week-end vis­ itors with Miss Mary Luff and Mrs. Aitken. Carman Hetherington, of the Vet­ erinary College, Guelph, was a week­ end visitor with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. Chris, Hetherington, Mr, and Mrs. A. A, Isbister daughter, Joan, Toronto, with and Mrs, E, B, Jenkins, Norman Hall, Lindsay, spent week-end with his grandparents, and Mrs, Jolyi Hall. Ehjier Fowler and Miss Florence Fowler spent Sunday with Mr, and Mrs, Dale, at Walton. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Gates, o f Cherrywood, are spending a week with Mr, and Mrs, Robt. Shaw; Mrs. Lillow and two sons, Arnold and Bernard, Mrs, J. C. Higgins and Miss Alba Mowbray visited friends in Stratford on Sunday. Miss Marie Wettlaufer, of Blyth, spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Wettlaufer. Miss Loreen Hamilton, of Strat­ ford Normal, was home over t he week-end. Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Churchill and daughter, Mabie, of Clinton, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Churchill on Sunday. Thurs., November 17, J938 "W'W’ ■ Barnard - Phillips In London, at the home of the bride’s parents, on Saturday, Nov. 12, Miss Louise Phillips, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Phillips, of London, to Mr. Harry Barnard, of Bluevale, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Barnard, of Bluevale. Mr. Earl Hamilton has purchased the Barnard farm on the Bluevale road and takes passession the first of March. We wish him every suc­ cess. BELGRAVE Kay Townend of London,Miss "spent the week-end with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. J. B. Townend. Meeting Held a good attendance held in the Foresters’ at T.B. There was the meeting Hall of Tuesday last week by Mr. Shearer, Agricultural Representative, on the subject of the T.B. Restricted Area. Reeve P. W. Scott, of Wawa- nosh, opened the meeting and intro­ duced the speaker, Mr. Shearer, who outlined the plan and spoke of the benefits of it. were tions Different canvassers appointed for the various sec- of the community. Short Course Held Belgrave Women’s Institute short course in Health Edu- duting the past week' with The held a cation Miss Atkinson, R. N., of the Depart­ ment, in charge. Communicable Dis­ eases and Emergencies were the chief topics, dealt with. Over twenty mem­ bers were enrolled for the course which proved very interesting and in­ structive to all. Heidi Successful Euchre and Dance A very successful Euchre and Dance was held in the Foresters’ Hall on Thursday night under the auspic­ es of the Skating Rink club. Prizes in cards went to Mrs. John Kilpatrick of Lucknow and C. R. Coultes, and the consolation prizes to Helen Yuill and Bill Black. Lunch was served and dancing Followed with Jackson’s Orchestra supplying the music. Mr. and Mrs. Wess. Brandie, At­ wood, Mrs. Berry, of St’. Thomas, Miss Wise, London, and Mr. James Lutton, Lucan, were week-end visit­ ors with Mr. and Mrs. R. Yule. Mr. and Mrs. Findlayson and [Mrs. Hodder, of London, attended the fun­ eral of their uncle, Mr. Geo. Daley. Mrs. Hodder remained the week-end with Mrs. J. A. Brandon. Mrs. Sam Jordan, of Clinton, spent the week with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jor­ dan and other friends. The Literary which was held in the Union School last Friday night was well attended and all those present seemed to enjoy themselves. ST. HELENS Mr. and Mrs. Irvin McCabe, Sand­ wich, were visitors last week at the home of Mr. John McQuillin. On their return they were accompanied by Miss Florence McQuillin. Messrs. F. G,. and Tom Todd left on Saturday for Toronto with their Polled Angus cattle for the Royal Winter Fair. The regular meeting of the Y.P.U. was held on Sunday evening. Mr. E. W. Rice read the Scripture lesson and Dick Weatherhead read -of “The Offices of the High Priest. The topic on “Co-Operation” was taken by Mr. W. A. Miller. Week-end visitors at their homes here included: Miss Irene Woods, of Waterloo, Miss Vera Taylor, Goder­ ich, Mr. Neely Todd of Stratford, Miss Dorine Webster. Visitors with- Mrs. John Webster for the holiday week-end. included: Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Smith, Elinore and Yvonne and Miss Dorine Webster nf Toronto, and Miss Dorothy Webster of London. A splendid entertainment was held in the United Church on Friday even­ ing under the auspices'of the Sunday School. Rev. H.’M. Wright presided over the program which included re­ citations by Don Cameron, Duriin, Wright, McPherson, Humphrey, Helen McDonald, Shirley Buchanan, Dorothy ■ Webb, Greta Humphrey. Mae McDonald and Car­ oline Humphrey; musical numbers by Marie and Dorothy Swan, Florence and Margaret McPherson, Dorothy Swan, Alice Buchanan, Verna Mc­ Donald and Jean Wright. Mrs. Lome Woods’ Sunday School class and a solo by [Mr. Mochrie; mouth organ numbers by Cuyler Ramage and H. Rutherford. At the conclusion games and contests were enjoyed and a scc- ial hour spent when ium;h was served A large modern steel barn to re- p’ace ihe one destroyed by fire has just been completed on Mr. J. Wes­ ley Jo.vnt’s farm. Mr. A. Smite, cf Listowel had the contract. Snappy HATS eo. re- Helet- Billy McPherson, Jean Dorothy Swan, Margaret Marie Swan, Mary Fine Feathers make fine bon­ nets this season. Our collection shows both tailored and dress up hats, smartly feather trim­ med; also in velvets, velours j and fine fur felts. Come and see them. Smartest of the season. Priced $2 and Up HANNA’S LADIES SHOP Phone 28 Exclusive — Not Expensive Phone 161Prompt Delivery SHOP AT Our New Stock of Fruits for your Christmas Cake, Pudding and. Mincemeat is now on display. Come in and see our stock. You will like the quality.—.-....— WALNUT QUARTERS ....... 45c Lb. WHOLE GLACE CHERRIES ... 45c Lb. CUT MIXED PEEL ........... CHOICE ALMONDS .... 25c 59c Lb. INTERIOR £ EXTERIO^ PAI N T . ..................-.-I..................... Look lot this number on the Wallpaper insert in your Tele­ phone Directory. FREE PRIZE— *4 Galidh Floglazo Enamel November Lucky Winner—3017 ELMER WILKINSON SALEM Mrs. John Gowdy accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Brooks, ef, spent the week-end at Belleville. Mr. and Mrs. George near Wingham, called on Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Palmer last Sunday. Dr, W, W. Weir, Mrs. Weir and son, Malcolm, of Toronto, visited ov­ er Sunday with the former’s mother, Mrs. Wm, Weir and other friends. Mr. and Mrs, John Gowdy spent one day last week with friehds at Mildmay. Miss Iva Gallaher who is a patient in the Whigham Hospital Is, pro­ gressing favorably and we hope to See her fully restored to he? usual AUSTRALIAN SEEDLESS RAISINS .» ♦ •2 Lbs. 25c of Teeswat- with friends Edgar from see her fully health soon. The young entertain the more and McIntosh congregations on I Thursday night of this week, | people of Salem ‘will young people of Bei* RECLEANED CURRANTS ....... CITRON WHOLE PEEL 156 Lb. .....33c Lb. LEMON or orangeWHOLE PEEL_ ___23c Lb. ’ WITH SEEDS LEXIA RAISINS...2 lbs. 25c MADE-RITE PASTRY FLOUR .. 24-lb. Bag 51c NEW SEASON’S CHOICE MINCEMENT .... GLACE PINEAPPLE ...... .. 59C Lb. CHOICE DATES ......................... 3 Lbs. 25c Dessicated or Shredded « COCOANUT ...........___23c Lb. COLEMAN’S OR PICAKE SHORTENING ......2 Lbs. 25c BLEACHED RAISINS .......— 21c Lb. PITTED DATES ....................... 2 Lbs. 25c CHOICE COOKING FIGS 2 Lbs, 19c SEEDED LEXIA RAISINS ........... 17c Lb. 2 Lbs* 23c WJ= OWte« in Wk or in jart, also smok- d Meat3’ Weiners, Cot- Bologna, Fresh Sausage, Cooked Meats. Etc. Also Fresh Fruita and Vegetables to season. Phone 161.