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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1938-11-24, Page 5Thurs., November 24, 1938 WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES MW OLVER’S GROCERY Phone 116 Quick Delivery Thursday of Ida Thompson, wife of Gordon Cane, of Toronto. Mrs. Cane was born at Donnybrook thirty-five years ago and was the youngest dau­ ghter of Mrs. Ellen Thompson, and the late Samuel Thompson and. spent her girlhood days in this neighbour­ hood. To the bereaved relatives we extend sincere sympathy. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mr. J. O. Habkjrk was a visitor at the Royal Winter Fair, Toronto, this week. Mr. Dwight Reid, of Western Uni­ versity, London, spent the week-end at home. Mrs. L, M. Jackson, of Londo.n, spent the week-end with Falconer. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. were Toronto visitors for ■this week. Dr. Scholl’s Foot Specialist — at Greer’s Shoe Store Thursday, Dec. Mrs. Alma McKibbon a few days Toronto, ac- Mrs. Nelson R,N», of the IS " ' 1 Jilllb Mr. and Mrs. W, Fryfogle also Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Smith, Detroit, were visitors in town last week. Mrs. A. J. y/alker visited with hdr daughter, Mrs. Norman Muff it, Kirk­ land Lake, over the week-end. Mr. Harvey Burgess, of Toronto, was a week-end visitor with his par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Burgess. Mr. Charles McKibbon, of Toron­ to, visited over the week-end with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. J, W. McKib­ bon. » Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Robertson spent the week-end in companied by Mr. and Reid. Miss Helen Pocock, staff of the Western Hospital, spent the week-end with her mother, Mrs. G. Pocock. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Browne, went to. Kitchener on Sunday to see their grandson, Donald McGibbon,„who is at present very ill. Mrs. Albert Tisdale, o? Loverne, Sask,, returned home Saturday after spending the past six weeks with Mrs, Wilfrid Reid. •Mr, and Mrs, Neil N, McLean and son, of Toronto, spent the week-end with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. ^T. J. McLean, Mrs. Sven Noren returned to her home in Allanwater, Ont., on Mon­ day after visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Robertson. 1st. See Ad. Capt, and Mrs. W. J. Adams visit­ ed in Toronto and attended the Win­ ter Fair this week. Mr. G. E. Pocock and family, of Lambeth, spent .Sunday with his mo-' ther, Mrs. G. Pocock. Mr. and Mrs. W. Stanley Hall and sons, Jimmie and George, were Tor­ onto visitors this week. Mr. 'and Mrs. H, L. Sherbondy were Toronto visitors last week and attended the Winter Fair. Miss Mildred Fields, of Toronto, sepnt the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Win. Field. Let this overwhelming preference for‘blue coal the world s finest anthracite—be yowr guide to better heating.‘blue coal will give Vou a standard of heating satisfaction and value that has won the confidence of over 100,000 Canadian homeowners. Order a ton of 'blue coal'today 4 OBITUARY I Mrs. William Gannett Following two weeks’ illness a life­ long resident of.this community, Mrs. William Gannett, passed on Monday afternoon, November 21st, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George McMurdo, Toronto. Mrs. Gannett was of a sweet and kindly disposition and her passing has saddened the hearts of all who were privileged to know her. Her maiden name was Mary Mess­ er and she was in her 80th year. She was born at Bluevale and resided there until her marriage 60 years ago. Her husband predeceased her three years ago. She was a life-long mem­ ber of the Presbyterian Church and for 60 years since coming to Wing­ ham has been a member of St. And­ rew’s Church, ' She leaves to mourn her passing, five daughters and three ’sons, Mrs. J. M. (Jessie) Howell,' Mrs. George (Edna) McMurdo, Mrs. James (Flora) Jermyn, Harry and William, all of Torontb, also Mrs. Charles (Jennie) Swanson, Mrs. T. Y. (Hat­ tie) Smith and Gordon, of Wingham. Surviving also is one brother, John Messerj Lop Angeles, 17 grandchild­ ren and 5 great-grandchildren. ' The funeral was held this after­ noon, Wednesday, from the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. T. Y. Smith. The service was conducted by Rev. Kenneth MacLean, her minister. The pallbearers were, John Case- more, James Nicholson, Dr. R. L. Stewart, Robert Strachan, John Mor­ gan and George Olver. ■ ’ Interment in Wingham Cemetery. MacLean Lumber & Coal Co, Phone 64W. 394 TUNE IN on “The Shadow'* every Sat. 7 to 7.30 p.m. over station CBL What Happens To Your Income? Is it at first just enough for essentials and a few pleasures, and later not enough to meet your bills,. Or is there money for gradually improving your position, and eventually achieving financial independence? The answer depends on whether you put aside a small amount regularly- A Savings Account in this Bank will help you. Resolve to start now. • THE DOMINION BANK ESTABLISHED 1871 .Mrs. Gordon Cane The communities of East and West Wawanosh were cast in deepest gloom when it was learned by rela­ tives and friends of th’e death of Mrs. Gordon Cane (nee Ida Thompson), who passed .away at 6.25 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Hos'pital, Toronto, Thurs- day last week. Mrs. Cane had under­ gone a serious operation the previous Saturday and it was thought that she Was progressing favorably when com­ plications set in which caused her sudden death. Mrs. Cane' was in her thirty-sixth year, and was the youngest daughter of Mrs. and the late Samuel Thomp­ son, of Donnybrook, West Wawa­ nosh, and had attended High School and' Business College in Wingham, ■later taking a position in Toronto. In June 1926 she was1 married to her now bereft husband. She.is survived by her husband and son, Jimmie, also her aged mother, one sister, Mrs. Herson Irwin and four brothers, Bert Frank and Norman, .of East WawanosJi, and Joseph, of Listowel. The funeral was held from her late residence, 163 Bowie Ave., on Satur­ day at two p.m. Service was conduct­ ed by her pastor, ReV. Heltz, of Dav­ enport Church. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. The pall bearers were, her four, brothers and two bro­ thers-in-law, Herson Irwin and Dav­ id Lockhart. The sympathy of this community extended ot the berevacd family. DONNYBROOK is * Wingham Branch , 1 R. M. Spittai, Manager The Y, P, S, meeting on Friday evening will take the form of a Crok- inole party. Everybody welcome. The Women’s Institute will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 7th, At the home of Mrs. John Thompson. We are pleased to report that Mr. Gus Devereaux has so far recovered from his operation for appendicitis that he , has returned home from the Clinton hospital. Mrs. J« IL Mills is visiting with You are assured of satisfac­ tion when you purchase your Groceries, Fresh Fruits and ‘ Cured Meats from pur store. White Beans *....’....... 6 lb. 25c Pride of Valley Peas 17 oz, can.............3 for 25c Tomatoes, 2’/? Can ...... 10c Duff’s Breakfast Bacon ' Rind Off _______.... «/2 Fresh Walnuts .. .... Oatmeal ................... Ideal Sweet Pickles 27 oz. .................... Sweet Gerkins, 8 oz. bottle : Tip-Top Orange Marmalade Large Bottle ......-.......... 25c Breakfast Marmalade, Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit 29c Fresh Salted Peanuts 10c Corn Flakes with Cereal Bowl .................... 3 pkg. 25c Seedless Raisins .. . 2 lb. 25c Lexia Raisins with seeds ................................. 2 lb. 25c Fresh Peel, Cherries and Nuts Fruits and Vegetables 6 lb. 17c 39c lb. 25clb. 25c 17c her daughter, Mrs. R. Chamney. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Tisdale visit­ ed with Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Robinson before returning to their home at Loverne, Sask. Messrs. Norman and Bert Thomp­ son attended the funeral on Saturday of their sister, Mrs. Gordon Cane at Toronto. Mrs. Mark Armstrong conducted another class of Institute members in Glove-Making last week. This community was shocked to learn of the sudden passing on WS5SS5SSIOE3OE © O 0 © a Baptist Church Rev. E. M. Loney, B.Th., Pastor. SUNDAY SERVICES > a.m.—Sunday School. L a.m.—“Come, take up your Cross and follow Jesus,” p.m.—“Fear Him, Who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.” Baptismal Service. Come and hear the old fashion­ ed Gospel preached in the pow­ er of the Spirit. 10 11 7 ST, HELENS Mr. and Mrs. Lome Woods spent a few days in Toronto, the guest of Mr, and Mrs. Alex, Murdie. Mrs. J. Andrew, of Ashfield, was a visitor with her sister, Mrs. Helm. Mrs, R. J. Woods was a week-end visitor with her nieces, Mrs, James Irwin and Mrs. Richard Martin in Hrnon Township. Mr. arid Mrs, Cooper of Morriston have moved to Mr, McAllister’s farm on the 10th con. Mr, Dan and Miss Annie McKen­ zie, of Wingham, were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. McK. 'Webb on Mon­ day, The Sacrament of the Lord’s Sup­ per will be observed in the United Church next Sunday morning. Rev, Gordon Hazelwood of Benmiller, will be the guest speaker at the Prepar­ atory Service on Friday evening. The regular meeting of the Y.P.U. was held on Sunday evening with the President, Dick Weatherhead in the chair. Allan Miller read the Scripture lesson and the topic “Co-Operation and Religion" was taken by E. W. Rice who also led the discussion. The December meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute will be held in the Community Hall on Thursday after­ noon, Dec. 1st. Roll Call — “Home Decorations for Christmas." The pro­ gram for the meeting will be in charge of Mrs. D. Phillips and Mrs, A. Gaunt and a special feature will be the exchange of Christmas gifts. Hostesses—Mrs. J. Lyons, Mrs. Swan and Mrs. McKc Webb. ASHFIELD ■ FEET liurtr # r ■ ■ Hurting corns, callouses, bunions, “Athlete’s Foot,” painful feet, tired, aching feet, weak or fallen arches ... all of these common foot ailments can be relieved quickly and inexpensively. o Dr. Scholl’s representative from Toronto wi II be in our sto re on Thursday, December 1st From 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Copie in. Learn how relief can be obtained .... and get Pedo-graph imprints of your stockinged feet. Greer’s Shoe Store Footwear and Foot Comfort J. Mrs. (Rev.) Raynor entertained the Woman’s Association at the Manse Friday afternoon when jSlans were made for the winter’s work, a quilt­ ing at the home of M. Jeffray, first week in December. A lunch served by Mrs. Raynor was enjoyed. Those who listened in to the radio I Saturday evening were pleased to hear home talent, Mr. Omar Stokes, Sadie and Jimmie. Some of our local nimrods brought home a deer last week, which caused some jealousy. Some have spent all their lives hunting for a dear and havent’ got one yet. Mr. Evans of Alienford is our new storekeeper. We wish him success in his new enterprise. Mr. Fred Johann is improving slowly. Mnnie Jeffray is in Gorrie this week the guest of Mrs. Rae McIn­ tyre. Mrs. Smeltzer is visiting with her brother, Mr. John Fitch. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw have moved in-, to part of Jack Reid’s house. | Canada as Wheat Consumer In 1868, when the- population of Canada was 3,511,000^ the apparent home consumption of wheat was 22,- 822,000 bushels. In 1937 with on es­ timated population of 11,120,000, the home consumption of wheat was placed at 105,904,000 bushels. The highest home consumption of wheat was 139,487,000 bushels in 1930 when- the population was estimated at 10,- 208,000. , Miss Jean Cameron held a miscel­ laneous shower for Miss Dorothy Al­ ton, bride-to-be, on Tuesday after­ noon, Nov. 15th,'' at her home, where she received the ladies of Hackett’s United Church. Dorothy received a large number of useful gifts and she thanked all present for their kindness and Mrs. Cameroon and Jean for their trouble. Married — On Wednesday after­ noon, Nov. 16th, in the Penticostal Church, at Ripley, Miss Dorothy Al­ ton, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Alton, 10th con., to Mr. Johnson MacLeod, eldest son of Mrs. Mac­ Leod and the late Mr. MacLeod, 4th con. Kinloss. Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Bray, of Walk­ erville, spent the week-end with their cousins, Mr. Robert Nelson, Mrs. J. Nelson and. Mrs. John Mullin. Mr. George Lane, in company with his cousin, Dr. Treleaven, of Luck­ now, arrived home from their two weeks’ hunting trip in the Parry Sound district on Friday, well pleas- *ed with their trip. Born—To Mr. and Mrs. Glen Cam­ eron, in Powasson, on Tuesday, Nov. 15th, a son. Glen is a son of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Cameron, 10th con. Mrs. Pharis Mathers, east of Luck­ now, spent Tuesday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alec. Hackett, 10th con. We are very sorry to hear of the passing away of Miss Sarah Murphy, 9th con., after a lengthy illness, on Sunday evening, Nov. 13th. Funeral was held on Wednesday morning to Kingsbridge Cemetery. 3Bn©!MOESS=SS»©Ed[©gS=SSS Notice All Accounts Owing HOMUTH .'. BENNETT ’Must Be Paid by Dec­ ember 3rd. I FIRST CLASS Watch Repairing AT REASONABLE PRICES WILLIAMS THE JEWELLER Official C. N. R. Watch i Inspector. . Look for this number on the Wallpaper insert in your Tele­ phone Directory. FREE PRIZE­ IN Gallon Floglaze Enamel November Lucky Winner—3017 ELMER WILKINSON Mouth Organs From 25c to $2.25 Also Full Line of Smokers’ Sundries Omar Haselgrove’s Smoke Shoppe Hend er son’s Barber Shop Where Service Is A Pleasure Hair-Cuts 25c. ij MORRIS Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Mathers and family spent the week-end with his father, Mr. Geo. Mathers, also Mrs. Rudd. Mrs. Geo. Thornton spent the week-end in Toronto and took in the Royal Winter Fair. Mrs. Robt. Warwick returned home on 'Saturday after visiting with friends and took in the Winter Fair. Mr. Harvey Robertson spent Sun­ day in Hamilton with his wife who Was operated on a week ago. Mrs. Neil McLean and son, of Tor­ onto, spent Sunday with her parents, on the boundary. t Miss Viola Mathers spent a few days in Toronto with her sister Pearl ■ and took in the Winter Fair. Mrs. Addison Fraser and baby ar­ rived home on Wednesday from the Wingham Hospital, both mother and baby are doing fine. Mr. and Mrs. Cooper Nethery and daughter of Belgrave, spent Sunday afternoon with her parents, Mr. and . Mrs. Richard Johnston and Emma. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Johnston left for the West last Wednesday after­ noon. Mrs. Jas. Peacock spent a few days * with friends in Toronto. BELMORE The Young People’s Union meet this Tuesday evening at Borne of Miss Gladys I<’iteh, will the t I ds The Farmers Show for 56 Years Next Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, NOV. 29thi 30th and DEC. 1st SIX BIG SHOWS IN ONE Horses - Cattle - Sheep - Swine - Seeds - Poultry JUDGING PROGRAMME Tuesday, November 29th — Cattle (Shorthorn, Hereford, Angu. and Market Classes), Sheep, Swine, Poultry and Seeds. Wednesday, November 30 — Ponies, Thoroughbreds, Half Breds, Standard Breds, Hackneys, Clydesdales, Percherons, Sheep and Swine. Thursday, December 1st — Heavy Draught Horses - Mares, Geld­ ings and Teams in Harness. Auction Sale of Market Cattle. LIGHT HORSE SHOW Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Evenings, beginning at 7.30 p.m. Hunters, Jumpers, Performance Classes, Inter-City Hunt Teams, High Steppers, Carriage and Roadsters. Cheap rates on all Railways. Dr. W. J. R. Fowler, Q L. E. O’Neill, Sec’y., President. Parliament Bldgs., Toronto. Round Trip Bargain Fares From WINGHAM DEC. 2 - 3 OTTAWA MONTREAL QUEBEC $9.20 $10.55 $14.55 Ste. Anne De Beaupre $15.15 First train from Toronto 11.15 p.m. Dec. 2 Return Limit - Ded. 5. Tickets not good; on 3.00 p.m. trains from Ottawa and Montreal. TO THE MARITIMES - DECEMBER I All Canadian Pacific Stations in New Brunswick All Dominion Atlantic Ry. Stations in Nova Scotia Return Limit Leave Nova Scotia points not later than Dec. 7. Leave New Brunswick points not later than Dec. 6. Not Good on Train Leaving Montreal 3,00 p.m. Full particulars and Handbill from any Agent CANADIAN PACIFIC i I