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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1940-04-11, Page 8EIGHT WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES C'Thursday, April 11th, 1940 * Show Starts at 8.00 p.m. Except Saturday Saturday Night, Two Shows 7.45 and 9*45 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, April 11th, 12th, 13th CARY GRANT RICHARD BARTHELMESS JEAN ARTHUR A story of adventure and romance in South Amer­ ica. Seldom, if ever, have such thrills of aviation been shown on the screen. Also “Cartoon” and “News’* Matinee Saturday Afternoon at 2.30 p.m. Admission: Adults 20c, Children 10c Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, April 15, 16, 17 ROBERT YOUNG HENRY HULL FLORENCE RICE —-In------ “Miracles For Sale” Robert Young is called on to expose a quack ghost­ chaser arid becomes involved in two murders. Also “Cartoon” “Andy Clyde” “Ted Fio Rito” The W.M.S. of the United Church hedl tea at the home of Mrs. Charles Martin and the home1 of Mr. J. G. Gil­ lespie on Wednesday last, sion. band are holding their Friday evening. The back reads are in now, and the mail-men have found great difficulties in, making their roup'ds. However, the big ploughs are expected to soon open up these. Mr. Rhys Pollock has been making extensive improvements in his store during the past few months and now treating it all to a good coat of paint which adds charm to its appearance. The W.M.S. of the United Church have invited G. R. Gear, agricultur­ al representative at Walkerton, to present his slides and lecture on Home Beautification, in the church here, on Friday evening, April 19th, Slides showing entries in the recent contest, before and after the work, will also be shown. All are invited to attend this lecture. Mr. and Mrs. Herb Curran and fam­ ily, of Ashfield, spent Sunday at the home of their son, Mr, Jas. Curran. On account of the illness of Miss Hunter, there was no- school in S.S. No. 14 this Monday.’ Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Hockley and little Tommy Pritchard of Preston, are visiting ta the home of their dau­ ghter, Mrs. Russel Moore, Mr. and‘Mrs. Cecil Falconer and Angus spent Sunday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Geo. Tiffin, Kinloss, BLUEVALE The .mis- social this bad shape being closed for the winter months. The attendance was encouraging. Next Sunday evening the Y, J’. S, will hold the first meeting for this year in the Sunday School room. Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Ramsay have had as their guests, their daughter, Mrs, Alan F, Meiklejohn, John and baby daughter, of Kingston. Miss Isobel McKinnon spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. R. H, McKinnon. Mr, and Mrs. Wilbur Mathers. and two daughters, of Dublin, were Sun­ day visitors with Mr. George Mathers. Mrs, Fred Hollenbeck is visiting her sister, Mrs. Rolph, in Detroit. iMr. and Mrs. Alridge and family, of FordvVich, spent Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. W. Mann. 0 Dougal Strachan, of Brussels, was a Sunday visitor with his sister, Mrs, Peter S, MacEwen. Ben Hollenbeck and two daughters, of Palmerston, spent Sunday with liis brother, Fred HoUentyick, Miss Florence Fowler attended the funeral of the late George Dale, at Walton on Friday. Jack Wettlaufer left on Monday for Galt where he will study motor me­ chanics in connection with the Royal Air Force. - Mr. Meikle- Mary Ellen, of Waterloo her parents, s ,1Curtain News •h. With spring housecleaning comes the urge to every housewife to put up fresh curtains, New cur­ tains do wonders in transformings a room, and at a minimum expense you can make your rooms bright­ er and more attractive, x Our 1940 range of curtains and materials is one of the most complete we have ever had. FRILLED MARQUISETTES, CRISS CROSS, MARTI-IA WASHINGTONS, COTTAGE SETS, NETS, CHINTZES, HOMESPUNS, NOVELTY MATER- IALS. , Ready-made Curtains .... Curtainings ...................... 69c to 7.95 pr, 19c to 1.25 yd. Special! WoqI Blankets ail > BELGRAVE WHITECHURCH A family party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Gillespie Sat­ urday night when they celebrated the 59th anniversary of their marriage. Their family, Mr, and Mrs. Chas. Mar­ tin and children, Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Gillespie, Agnes and Jack, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Gillespie, Donald and Bet­ ty, of Yarmouth Centre, Mr. and Mrs. Exra Scholtz, with their son, Clayton, the only great-grandson, were all in attendance, and also Mr. and Mrs.' F. Gillespie, of Goderich. After the wed­ ding supper, games and dancing were dnjoyed by all. This community .ex­ tends best wishes and the hope that this fine pioneer couple may have many more years of happy wedded life. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Taylor, of Seaforth spent Sunday with her fath­ er, Mr, Thos. Robinson, of E. Wawa- nosh and with his mother. Mrs. Thos. Taylor. Miss Olive Terriff returned from Toronto on Saturday after spending the week with her sister, Mrs. Cecil Parsons. r « Mr. Melvin McClenaghan left Mon­ day to work for the next few months with Mr. Alfred Pollock, of Pine Riv­ er. Miss Doris McClenaghan return­ ed home from there on Tuesday last. Mr. George Ross spent the week­ end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. Ross. Miss Muriel Watt, who spent, the past week with her sister, Miss Gene­ vieve Watt, at the home of Mr. Wm. Barbour, left for her home in Toron­ to on Friday. Dr. and Mrs. Harold Robinson and children spent Saturday with his par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Robinson, and Mrs. John Kilpatrick and family, of Lucknow, are visiting there for this week. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mason and family, of Westfield, speht Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Archie Clow. Mr. Jim Morrison left on Friday to visit with relatives in Toronto. W.M.S,. Thank-Offering Meeting The annual Easter Thank-Offering meeting of the W.M.S. of Knox Pres­ byterian Church was held on Thurs­ day afternoon in the Sunday School room with a good attendance. The president, Mrs. J. J, Elliott, presided. The Scripture lesson was read by Mrs. Eldrid-.Nichol and Mrs.-Walter Sinil- lie offered prayer. Miss Jean Elliott had charge of Current‘Events, mentioning new work that had been started at Timmins and some interesting items relating to’ the work, of Miss Dorothy Douglas in Formosa. The Glad Tidings prayer was read by Mrs. J. C. Higgins. Rev. F. G. Fowler was the guest speaker for the meeting. He based his remarks on the missionary and gener­ al church work in British Columbia, the handicaps, .greatly due to the long distance between congregations and the lack of winter supply, and the en­ couraging manner in which the Y.P.S. and Sunday Schools'are increasing in membership and ^acitivi ties. An Easter reading1 by Miss Flor­ ence Fowler and a quartette “Have Thine Own Way, Lord,” by Mrs. R. Elliott, (Mrs. Lillow,’ Mrs. J. Elliott .and Miss Jean Elliott, were enjoyed. Mr. Fowler pronounced the Benedic­ tion. Will Hold Picnic at Guelph The Belgrave Farm'ers' Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Yuill, 4th of Morris, last week with a small­ er attendance than usual, owing .to very poor road conditions. The pres­ ident, Jas. Michie, was in the chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were adopted. Carl Procter read a paper on the subject “Probable Post­ War Situation and Suggestions To Meet Same” prepared by Prof. W. M. Drummond. Discussion followed. It was decided to hold a picnic to Guelph during Farmers’ Week in June and a committee was appointed to make arrangements for same. Games were enjoyed, and lunch was served, when a social time was enjoyed. Because our blanket supply was booked early, we can now offer you pure ■ wool O.V. blankets at special low prices. Please note that these prices are for H the month of April only. Coverlets — plain or check designs ...... Two. Tone Reversibles — beautiful quality White Pairs with Striped Border........... ■ ■ / , - Buy Your Woollen Blankets Now and Save Money. 6.50,6.75 .... 7.49 ... 10.50 FREE FREE Sun-Tested Wall paperand ^■IHIIIIII H I „ w-fc • Quilted Two Quilts Mrs. Arthur Shaw opened her home on Thursday afternoon for the-regular meeting of the Woman’s Association, of the United '’Church. The president, Mrs. S. N. Gallaher, presided, Mrs. A. MacEwen read the Scripture lesson. During the afternoon the ladies, num­ bering about thirty, .quilted two quilts. Refreshments were served by the •hostess assisted by Miss Hazel Stamper. ,bia, and was thoroughly enjoyed. The members of the society are now well ahead in the preparation of their play early . i . . which date. is to be presented at an 1 Listen over CKNX each Saturday at 7.30 for the lucky customers. ’ Last Week’s Winners Wallpaper - Mrs. Thos. O’Malley, R.R. 3, Wingham Paint - Mrs. Chas. Johnston, Belgrave. We have a large choice of Sun-Tested bed­ room papers at 12%c, white, cream, green, yellow, and pink grounds, plain or flowered- patterns. WILKINSON’S WALLPAPER SHOP fir Save by buying now as under the present outlook you will have to pay more for the same make and model later on. 1939—Ford V8—Deluxe Grey Coach, 1939—Ford V8—Standard Black Coach. 1938—Ford V8—Deluxe Tan Coach. 1938—.Ford V8—Deluxe Maroon Coach. 1938—Ford V8—Deluxe Green Coach. 1938—Ford V8—-Standard Blue Coach. 1937—Ford V8—Stanard Blue Coach. 1937—Ford V8—Deluxe Opera Coupe.. 1935—Fdrd VS—2-Ton long wheelbase Truck. All above cars Renewed and Guaranteed to be in Al mechanical condition «*» many very low mileage, HURON MOTORS FORD SALES ANO SERVICE WINGHAM ' , PHONE 99 Institute Meets Next Tuesday The Canadian Industries meeting the Women’s Institute will be held at the home of Mrs. Clayton Logan on Tuesday, April 16th, at 2.30 p.m. The convenors are Mrs. Clayton Logan; and Mrs. Norman Keating. Roll Call —Questions and Payment of fees. Current. Events by Mrs. C. Logan. Address “Lumbering in Canada” by .Mrs. Earl Anderson. Lunch Comm.: Mrs. Norman,' Keating, iMrs. Alex. Manning, Mns. C. R. Coultes. This will be the^annual meeting and elec­ tion of officers and a full attendance is hoped.for. Make an effort to be present. of BELMORE i missionary meeting of the Urt- Laymen’s Banquet April 26th The Guild of Trinity Anglican Church met at the home of Mrs. M. Bradburn on ’Thursday afternoon. Arrangements were made for the Lay­ men’s Banquet which is to be held inmen’s Banquet which is to be held Belgrave on April 26th. Accepted Brussels Invitation William Blackmore presided at the regular weekly meeting of the Y.P.U. in the United Church on Friday even­ ing. The meeting, was in keeping with the Easter season. The Easter story was read from Scripture by George Hetherington and Rev. C. Tavener of­ fered prayer. Members of the society ^accepted an invitation to be guests of the Brussels Y.P.U., on Monday even­ ing, April 15th. The topic was taken by W. J. Johnston who spoke on “The seven last words on the cross.” East­ er hymns were sung. t Young People Preparing Play The Young People’s Society met the school room of the United Church on Wednesday night with the mission­ ary committee in charge. Ross And­ erson presided over the meeting and Freda Jordan was at the piano. The lesson Was read by Russel Kelly with Kenneth Wheeler leading the devot­ ions. The topic for the evening was a paper by Mabel -Coultes based upon Home Mission Work in the Logging Camps on the Coast of British Colum- ---------------- -—- in The ited Church was held at the home of Mrs. Peter Hakney, on Wednesday af­ ternoon with Mrs-. Curie as organist. Meeting opened with singing and prayer. Minutes- of last, meeting by ■ Sec.-Treas, .Mrs, R. Rutherford. The chapter in .tjie study book was taken i by M. Jeffray. Mrs, Norman Newans 1 contributed a solo. The society have • started the piecing of. a. quilt. • > Miss Margaret Mundell of Dundalk* ! called on Mrs. Hakney and Mrs. Nor- ,i man Newans Sunday evening.. Miss ■ Ferne Jeffray, after spending the winter with her parents,, returned' *' to her work at Fordwich Sunday. Mrs. George Rutherford', Jean and' M. Jeffray, c'alled on Mrs. Ray Mc­ Intyre, Gorrie, Saturday. The young people of the Presby­ terian Church motored to Wingham Monday evening to see the play put on by Teeswater talent. Mr. James McNeil' has purchased an 1 up-to-date truck. I M. Jeffray called on Wingham [ friends Tuesday. ; The old Mundell home has been purchased, we nuderstand, by a God­ erich resident. ; Mr. Jack Holland attended a gath­ ering of the Old Boys in Teeswater Sunday evening. Georgine McMichael, Reita Cathers. A letter was read by G. .McMichael from Miss Frances Longfey who is serving as a missionary in the Belgian Congo, Africa, -and a .snap of Miss Longley and some of her African pu­ pils were shown. This was of partic- ulat interest as Miss Longley is a niece of Mr. A. B. Longley of this community and is personally known to some of our people: She said, if a reply to- her letter was mailed immed­ iately on receipt of hers here it would npt reach her for four months. During the business period ways and means 'of finishing the layette on which the girls are working, were dis­ cussed. Already this group have fin­ ished six suits of pyjamas and seven dresses for .children, of 6 years and under, and have made 8 pairs of baby shoes from discarded felt hats. ' The meeting was brought to a close by singing “My faith looks up to Thee”„and the benediction, after which a dainty lunch was served by Mildred Dane and Evelyn Cathers. WESTFIELD John Armstrong has purchased Norman Hamilton’s trucking business. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Wightman and family with Mr, and Mrs. Henry Ma­ thers of Lucknow. The eclipse was not visible here on Sunday on account of the clouded sk’y. Norman Rodger has returned to his home here after spending the winter with relatives at Cochrane. Mrs. M. Griffith, of .Wingham,, with. Mrs. J. E. Ellis,. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Campbell spent Sunday with relatives in Goderich. Ed. McGill, and Alex. Nethery have returned -from a visit to- Detroit and Hamilton. J. D. Ellsley spent Sunday with Mrs. Ellis. Mrs. Marvin McDowell has receiv­ ed the sad news of the- death in Chi­ cago of her brother-in-law, Alex. Mc­ Lennan. The funeral was. held Tues­ day, April 9th, at Kintail. Miss Mabel Bosman,, of Goderich, with her parents. The' mail'rinan on R.R.. 3, Bly th,, has/' not been able to deliver mail in this district since‘March 28th, on account of the impossible condition of the roads, but residents meet the mail’ at the Blyth road and' deliver it. A large snow plow is now busy in this district plowing the roads, ...... ifaiw — I II ——r I I mu Mission Circle The Steady and True Mission Circle of the United Church met on Saturday afternoon at the home of Miss Mar­ garet Curtis. The president. Miss Daisy Holmes, presided. The Lord’s Prayer was repeated in Unison and iMiss Alba Shiell read the Scripture. The Mission Circle will have charge of the W.M.S. meeting in July when Miss Clara McGowan, of Blyth, will be the guest speaker. Miss tMaxine Elliott had charge of’ the chapter from the study br>6k which dealt with the story of an American woman who devoted her time to helping 'the “sweepers” out of their difficulties. Miss Helen Thomson read “What the Mission Circle Means to. Us”. Miss Maxine Elliott will be hostess for the next meeting. HASELGROVE’S LONDON STYLE PIPE The pip6 without an equal. 50c Omar Haselgrove’s Smoke Shoppe. The curlprs are sade looking people, They have.- to. lay down the broom And get out the- plow and the seed­ drill,. And it certainly is none too soon. EYES EXAMINED— GLASSES FITTED— at Moderate prices. PHONE 161 PROMPT DELIVERY k SHOP AT MAPLE LEAF NO. 4 PEAS ..GOLDEN CORN.......10c Tin ’s SALEM 0 ofMs. anc| Mrs. Fred Hyndman, Gorrie, spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. John Gowdy. Miss Gladys Weir, of Wroxefer spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Weir. Mr. Graham Wray had a very suc­ cessful sale last Thursday’, Miss Kathleen Willits, who attends Wingham High School, spent the week-end at her home. Miss Myrtle Cathers, of Wingham, visited over Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs, W. A. Gathers* Extra Special Price PLAIN OLIVES m-M. FOUR O’CLOCK . BLACK TEA... WITHIN YOUR • BUDGET I BUTTERNUT PEA- 69c. LB. | NUT BUTTER.... 2 Lbs. 25c Special Old Towiue Sweet Mixed Pickles 28 oz. Jar 23c Redeem Your Palmolive Coupons 2 Cakes FREE With SUPERSUDS.......... Sunday Services Communion Service was observed in the United Church on Sunday morning, the pastor Rev. C, Tavener, conducted the service. Rev, F. G. 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