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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1940-02-08, Page 7GORRIE Mrs, Arnold Halliday, of Salem, ■visited on Tuesday of last week at the home, of Mr, jin.d Mrs. Mclnt-yre. Miss Janet Watson is Spending a •vacation with her mother, Mrs. B. Watson, of Brussels, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd -Gathers, Lis- towel, spent a few days last week with the former’s parents, Mr., and Mrs. David .Cathers. / . Mrs. H, V, Holmes was a week-end "Visitor with friends in Toronto. Miss. Marjorie Hockridge, Guelph, is visiting at the home of her aunt, Mrs. Grainger, 'Mr. and Mrs, W> J- Earngey and son, Dean, of .Brussels, spent Sunday with Miss Kate Earng'ey., Mrs, ,S. Munro, was a visitor with Brussels friends on Tuesday of last ■ "week. . • A rink! from here consisting, of Messrs. J. Cathers, J. Douglas, K, Hastie and M. Nash, attended the Bonspiel in Wingham last Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. George King and Mr. Harold King visited last week-end “With,the former’s brother, Mr. John King and Mrs. King in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. W, C, King visited , “with relatives in Brussels one day last ■week. Born—To Mr. and Mrs. Frank King on Sunday, Feb. 4th, a son. The men’s Committee of the Gorrie and District Branch of the Red Cross, have appointed canvassers who will canvass this district next week’ for funds to carry on the work. We trust they will be .cordially received. The Evening Auxiliary will hold their February meeting at Mrs. Arth­ ur L. Stephens’ home' on Monday ev­ ening, Feb. 12th. ‘ Mrs. K. Hastie and Mrs. V. Shera are in charge of the program. Roll Call—A Thought On “Winter” . Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Bojton, Maxine and Clare were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt near Harristo'ft. Miss Bernice Wilding, Palmerston, visited, last week-end. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Mundell. Mr. Harry King spent the week-end in Toronto at the home of his sister, Mrs.. Percy Colmer and Mr. Colmer. Mr, John Sanderson, of Rosetown, Sask., is visiting his brothers .here. Mr. John King, of Toronto, is spending a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles King. Mr. Joel McGrath visited last week- . end with relatives in Toronto, • f We are sorry to.report that Mrs. A. Hamilton and Mrs. R. G. Newton are confined to their homes as a result of illness. Mr. Andrew Edgar was a Toronto visitor last week-end, Miss Nellie Dinsmore visited with Toronto friends last week-end. ■Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Edgar - and sons; Bobby and Jack' spent Sunday last at the home of the former’s ther, Mr. Cameron Edgar and Edgar,'in Wingham. Mr. Willard Michael spent week-end with friends in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs., Robert Cathers and Mr. David Cathers attended the fun­ eral in Toronto last week of the late. Charles Cathers. Miss Pearl Stinson was a week-end visitor with Toronto and Myrtle friends. Little Miss Marlene Barton, who had spent some time with • her aunt, also returned' to her father at Myrtle. Mr, and Mrs. Ed. Bolton were Mon­ day visitors with friends in Wingham. POPULAR YOUNG DIPLOMAT LIKES CANADA, WANTS AMERICANS TO KNOW IT BETTER Thursday, February 8, 1940 James Cromwell, 42-year-old social­ ite, economist and newly appointed U. S. minister to Canada,' likes to keep in top physical condition. Here he is ready for a brisk workout with a spar­ ring partner in the ring, LEFT. He and his wife arrived in Ottawa recent­ ly where he has taken up his new dut- of Stewards were Messrs. Harvey Sparling, Victor Shera and R. Hem­ ingway; to the Session, Messrs. John Sparling and Anson Ruttan. Those present showed a lively interest in all the business even though the meeting did not adjourn until a late hour. bro- Mrs.- last prayer- Following the business period the afternoon was spent quilling. Sup­ per was served at the close of the meeting. A CUP OF HOT CHOCOLATE Supplies Quick Nourishment and Warmth ’ Ph, L By Katharine Baker A hot chocolate drink is especially appropriate in winter fop social occa­ sions, for much-needed warmth after a session outdoors or after winter sports. It is ideal at such times be­ cause of its flavour and the extra food value contained in the chocolate, the sugar, milk and eggs which are used. This chocolate syrup is the base for a quick, hot drink. It can be kept on hand and combined with scalded milk when needed. Chocolate Syrup 4 While they (are in Ottawa, the Cromwells says, <they want people to forget that M'rs. Cromwell is Doris Duke, heiress to a. tobacco fortune that makes her the richest girl in 'the world. Shown RIGHT, at a party ‘with John Hearst, the couple are fond of entertaining and are famous * for their parties. But the ambassador takes a serious view of his job — he says he has been greatly impressed by the hospitality and friendliness of Canadian and wants to publicize .the Dominion’s attractions among his fel­ low-countrymen. 1 % 2 meeting opened with prayer after which the roll call was answered by a verse of ^ScriptUBe containing ‘the word “wisdom,” Mrs. McIntyre read the Scripture lesson which was’ taken from the 1st chapter of 1st Corinth­ ians, Mrs, Jennings gave a Very inter­ esting paper on the subject of wis-, dom. The work of the afternoon was hooking a mat and also working-'at a ,quilt. The president closed the meet­ ing with, prayer after which a delight­ ful lunch was served by the hostess. -----i— Institute to Meet Feb. 14th The regular monthly meeting of- the Gorrie Women’s Institute will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 14th, at the home of Mrs. J. G. Mundell, at 2.30 sharp, The program is in charge of Mrs. W. C. King Miss McLaughlin, Sec. of the Public. Library, will give the address. Roll Call—My Favorite Author and Quotations. Visitors wel­ come. Showered by Friends Miss Della Lavery,' Lis^towel, was hostess'* at hei- home .to a delightful cup and saucer eshower in honor of Mrs. Bert Abell. About .twelve ladies- were present, and’--following the pres­ entation,' a cup of tea was served. At the annual meeting of Listowel Grad­ uate Nurses’ Association a mock wed­ ding was held during which a hand­ some .trilite floor lamp was presented to Mrs. Bert Abell on behalf of Association. PRESENTATION the Bombardier John A, Neilson of 100th Battery R.C.A.* Honored the Members and adherents of the Pres­ byterian Church, Gorrie, gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J, G. Mun-Wisdom Theme of Meeting The Woman’s Auxiliary of St. Ste-1 . phen’s Church tort on Wednesday Sf-|<M Tuesdayevening.of last week, ternoon of last week at the home of »•?«“ Mrs. George King and the president, «>n of lho 100th Battery R.C.A., whoMrs. Mrs. Holmes, was in charge. The YOUR EYES NEED ATTENTION Our 25 Point Scientific Examin­ ation enables us to give you Cleat, Comfortable Vision F. F. HOMUTH Optometrist Phone 118 Harriston has answered his country’s call for service in the present war. A varied programme of community . singing, readings, solos and duets was j enjoyed by all. Rev. R. Acheson gave a splendid talk Oh .the present world * conditions and offered a prayer of Di­ vine blessing and guidance for “one soldier boy.” The following address J whs read by Mrs, S. Robinson, Fordt- r. Nelson Lotittit, John Let us do or die. ■ We ask you, John, to accept this gift as a remembrance of our friend­ ship. Gorrie, Jan. 30th, 1940. * Signed on ’•behalf of the congrega­ tion, Robt. A/cheson, Minister; Nel­ son' Louttit, ' . / < A very fitting '.reply was ably given by the recipient of the gift. The evert­ ing was brought to a close with a few recreational activities and refresh­ ments. W. M.S. HAD FINE MEETING The February meeting of the Wo­ men’s Missionary Society was held on Feb. 1st, at the home of Mrs. (Dr.) Whitley with’ 13 members and 3 visit­ ors present. The pres., Mrs. S. Scott, was in the chair. Meeting opened with quiet music by Mrs. Whitley. “Unto the hills” was sung, followed by pray­ ed by Mrs. Whitfield. Minutes of Jan. meeting were read and approved. The Roll Call was answered by 13 .mem­ bers paying fees. Mrs. Edgar read a letter stating what supplies were need­ ed for 1940, Mrs. G. Dane gave re­ port of Supply work done in 1939. Final arrangements for World’s’Day of Prayer to be held in Usited Church ' Feb. 9, were made. Mrs. Watt, Chris­ tian Stewardship Sec., read a letter from Miss L. Young, of LondeSboro, stating our allocation would be $250. Mrs. Gallaher took charge of the Worship Service, and Mrs. Strong and Mrs. Dane read short poems on “The Christian Home” and “We Are All Witnesses." Mrs. Whitfield presented the study chapter on India, in a very able manner. Bernice Day favored with a solo “The Gate Beautiful." Mrs. Whitfield read the. suggestions of the members present on how to make the meetings more interesting. A contest following after which lunch was serv­ ed by the hostess and committee. UNITED CHURCH. ANNUAL MEETING C. G I. T -Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Haskins,' Bel­ more, were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ward Sharpin. Mr. Alvin Moffat spent part of last week in Toronto. • Mr. and Mrs. Neil Carr, Wingham, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. H. Waller. We understand a new store will be opened soon in’the Davy Block by a London man. The many friends of Miss Mae Davidson, who is „ staying with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Davidson, Bluevale, will be pleased to know her health is much improved. for a Valentine Social, Feb. 15. Twen­ ty-nine were present at the meeting. Crawford Gibson’s group will take charge of next meeting. The hymn, “Guide me, O Thou Great Jehovah" and the Mizpah benediction brought an interesting meeting to a close. The usual period of games and contests were enjoyed, The regular meeting of the Gorrie C.G.I.T. was held at the home of Mrs. Watt with Janet Watson and Margar­ et Thompson in charge of a mission­ ary meeting. The meeting opened with the business. The minutes were read and adopted and-the roll call an­ swered by a question that was not clear in connection with the banquet. It was moved by Margaret Thompson and seconded by Janet Watson that we send for 80 boxes of Neilson’s jchocolates, of which the proceeds are to go 1o the Ontario’s Girls’^Work [ at 2.30 in the’afternoon, when visitors n—will have the opportunity of seeing the new addition to the school build­ ing. Valentine Day Programme Miss Keith and Miss Stocks, of the Public School staff, Wroxeter, extend an invitation ter all the ladies in the community .to attend their Valentine Day programme on Wed., Feb. 14th, Board. “Breathe on me, Breath of God” was sung by all, after which Margaret Rattan led in prayer. Jan­ et Watson gave a very interesting top­ ic entitled “God’s Highwayman." Jean Heiebein read a story, “Re-Union in an Indian Village." The meeting then closed with a contest on Indian and the C.G.I.T. Purpose. Youpg People’s Union Literary group with Maxine as convener, had charge of the WROXETER Miss' Jean McBurney is visiting friends in Kitchener. Rev. A, L. agd Mrs. Sanderson, of Underwood, spent part of last week with Mr. and Mrs.- D. D. Sanderson. Miss Beth McCracken spent the week-end with her ' parents' on the boundary. s The White Y.P.U. on Monday evening. Maxine White presided ’and opened .the meet­ ing with the hymn “O for a faith." Pauline White led in prayer, followed by the Lord’s Prayer in unison. Vera Zurbrigg Chose for the Scripture les-^ son, Matt. 16: 13-24. “Blest be the tie that binds” was then sung. The topic “-The Resurrection and the Life” was presented in a very interesting way by Maxine White. The president, Jack MacLean, presided over the business period, and plans were made or 5* squares unsweetened chocolate cup sugar cup hot water egg yolks, slightly beaten Melt chocolate over hot water; cool to lukewarm. Add sugar to water, stirring until sugar is dissolved; cool ito lukewarm. Add 'Syrup to egg yolks, one-fourth at a time, beating well af­ ter each addition; add chocolate in same way. Then continue beating 1 minute, or until slightly thickened. Turn into jar, cover tightly; place in refrigerator. Syrup will keep several, days. Use'2 tablespoons syrup for 1 cup milk. Makes 2 cups’. French Chocolate is hot chocolate, de luxe. Serving it at the tea hour with dainty breM and butter sand­ wiches is a gracious form of enter- X V, squares unsweetened chocolate cup water . , „ft 2*. cup sugar Dash of salt taining. French Chocolate 2% y2 % * ¥2 cup cream whipped 6 cups hot milk Add chocolate, to water and place over low flame, stirring until choco­ late is melted and blended. Add sug­ ar and sal-t and boil 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Cool. Fold into cream. Place one rounding tablespoon choco­ late mixture in each serving cup and pour hot milk over it, filling the cup. Stir well to blend and serve at once. Serves. 8. 0 This chocolate mixture also makes an excellent sauce. It may be served as hot fudge sauce on ice qream -or puddings. When used as a sauce, omit whipped cream. Women’s institute Mrs. J. H. Wylie opened her home for the January meeting of the W. I. on Thursday afternoon of last week, with about 25 members and visitors present.' The president, Mrs, J. J: Al­ len, presided opening with the singing of the. Ode and repeating the Lord’s Prayer in unison. Current Events were given by Mrs. Vernon Denny, who read an article on Women of Finland, and also made reference to’ the words of our King in his last broadcast. The Roll Call—A Memory Verse from my school days, brought a fine response of school day favor­ ites. Each member was required to wear some very old article or pay a fine. Many old keepsakes were on dis­ play, some of which were, a 200-*year- old ring, a medal from "the Crimean War, Cameo, Watch, China brought by grandparents from Scotland, knit­ ting and crocheting done by grand­ mothers, a. quaint taffeta dress about ■ 100 years old, and many other inter­ esting exhibits. An all members' pro­ gramme brought a rich contribution from the members, poems from the1 pen of Robert Burns, the reading of The Burial of Sir John Moore, a time­ ly article on Canadian Apples and why we should use them, valuable inform­ ation on Finland and Her Women, a reading on How the King and Queen ’are paid, poems from Edgar Guest’s book of collected verse, Walter Win­ chell’s column on “What Is Love?”, a humorous poem on the subject of the Groundhog and His Shadow, a fine poem recently written in. answer to the challenge in the poem “In Fland­ ers Fields" written during the Great War by Col. McCrae; line on “How to Get More Out of Life” etc. In honor of the birthday of the immortal Rob­ ert Burns, “Flow Gently Sweet Af­ ton” was sung and also “Long, Long Ago.” During .the business session let­ ters of thanks were read from the Shut-Ins. The Institute voted to again join the Horticultural Society and plans were discussed for .the planting of shrubs on. the school grounds and cciiiclsry four iicw liidiibcrs wci‘6 added to the Roll. Following the sing­ ing of the National Anthem, tea was served, Mrs. R. Rae and Mrs. Wear­ ring assisting the hostess. I : Economic Neutrality Is Sought In Balkans Belgrade — Rumania, Jugoslavia, Turkey and Greece, their Balkan en­ tente strained by <the war, prepared to discuss a plan for “economic neutral­ ity” to save them from becoming in­ volved in the conflict. The “econom­ ic neutrality" plan proposed by Ru­ mania and Jugoslavia would oblige the four power to “freeze” their 'trade with the warring empires at levels that existed before the war began. Mr. Burpee at the Treasure Chest Photo of Single Bloom ■ By RICHARD S. BOND CHOOS^^j^ RATESW^ 1* to «£ 250 I :>■ fl* :: 1? ’• •ii’StlXVBlBW rtOCHESTC;R-“BLJFSACO-ERlF 1 The annual congregational supper and business meeting of the Gorrie United Church was held last Wednes­ day with a fine attendance. The lad­ ies of the Evening Auxiliary were re­ sponsible for the very fine supper .the Women’s Association paying the bills for those things that were purchased. After the slipper the congregation en­ joyed a sing-song before getting down to business. Fifteen reports showed lots of activity during the year and revealed that the church is endeavor­ ing to' minister ■ to all age-grouts. There was a fine congregation fel­ lowship. Bouquets were the1' order of the evening. A hearty vote of apprec­ iation was extended to the minister and his wife as well as to the retiring caretaker who has given thirteen years of faithful service’ in this capacity. Various members of the congregation whole armour of God and fight the1, arose to speak words of appreciation of the many volunteer workers, these were heartily endorsed by those pres­ ent. * New members elected .to the Board Friday - Day of Prayer The Women’s Day of Prayer Serv­ ice will be held in the United Church ‘school room on Friday, Feb. 9th, 3.00 p.m. This Service is undenomination­ al and every woman in the commun­ ity is invited to be present. Mrs. J. L. Ball, of Gorrie, will be the guest speaker. . VVCVO «. •‘Wicli, after which Mr. Wroxeter, presented beautiful Wrist watch. Dear John: We, your friends of, terfem Church, are gathered with mingled feelings of pride and re­ gret, to wish you God-speed oil the perilous journey upon which you have embarked. We will miss you in the choir and around the church, . You were always ready to play your part whether at work or - play. And hOw the call has come for volunteer^ to help fight the enemy, you are ready. I As you go forth to battle put oh thej dyttifiur of God and fight the. unseen enemies as well as the seen. Lay the proud usurpers low! Tyrants fail 1« every Foe! Liberty’s in every blow! . with a I MONUMENTS at first cost Having our factory equipped with the most modern machinery for the exe­ cution of high-class work, We ask you to see the largest display, of_ monu­ ments' of any retail factory in Ontario# All finished by sand blast machines. We Import all our granites from the Old Country quarries direct, J*1**1® tough# You can Save all local deal­ ers^ agents’ and middleman profits by seeing tts# E. X Skelton & Son kt West End Bridge—WALKERTON Y Gorrie Presby- to-night During many years o£ Lutlier Burbank's life he cherished an iron-bound trunk in which he re­ ligiously stored little sacks and packets of his experimental seeds. This romantic old relic, battered and scarred by journeys With Bur­ bank since 1875, is . really his legacy to the world’s flower lovers. Time alone .Can toll the horticul­ tural wonders 'that may emerge from this treasure chest of a famous man. Today it Is owned by David Burpee of Pdiilndolphia, who by the way is not only a horticulturist of note but a cousin of Mr. Bur­ bank. The chest Still contains many packages of rare seeds, care­ fully labeled by the original owner. Among them Burpee found seeds of the Giant Zinnia in pastel shades L-tlio offspring of zinnia seeds onco secured by Burbank from David Burpee’s fatliOT. Last there wero only fl Been ounc? the hew David Burpoo Zinnia year ?s of in tlie world. This year the seed is comparatively plentiful and the David Burpee Zinnia will be grown in thousands of gardens. It is an astonishing flower, five and ’a half to six inches across, and some­ times four inches deep. Actually, it looks more like a big Chrysan­ themum than a descendant of the "Old Maid" grown by our grand' mothers in their little’ plots of ground. The colors are soft and rich — soft pastel shades of apricot, buff, salmon pink, burnt orange, peach and teria-cotta-cerlse. Many of the flowers are bi-colored and some are trhcolorod in combinations that are very pleasing. Bost of all, this zinnia is still a foolproof flower — one that will grow anywhere, as Its great-grand­ parent, the “Old Maid" grow, From the treasure chest of Luther Burbank one more wonder has booh produced. ...... f Woman’s’Association •* Tlie January meeting of the Wo­ man’s Association, United Church, was held on Monday afternoon, in the church school room, seventeen being present. The president, Mrs. Mac- Lean presided, opening with the hymn i “Blest be the tie that binds" followed by repeating the Lord’s Prayer in uni­ son, The Scripture lesson was read by Mrs. J. Douglas, who also lead in i, » The Advance-Times Phone 34. V ......... ........rial,JI,ifcawtfr 'I