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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1940-09-26, Page 8WIBWW WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, Sept. 20th, 1940 Show Starts at 8.00 p.m. except Saturday. Saturday Night, Two Shows, at 7.45 and 9.45 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, September 26, 27, 28 ----- SPECIAL «— The famous “HARDY FAMILY” in their gayest adven ture. lUTflr MICKEY STONE • ROONEY I JUDY GARLAND Also “March of Time” and “News” Two Shows Thursday and Saturday Nights. Matinee Saturday Afternoon at 2.30 p.m. THE LATEST “HARDY FAMILY” TRIUMPH Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sept. 30, Oct. 1, 2 CARY GRANT ROSALIND RUSSELL — In “HIS GIRL FRIDAY” The year’s wildest, wittiest whirlwind of a love and laugh show. Also “Sport Subject” and “Cartoon” anyone was in need. Mrs. Holt had lived on the 2nd of Grey for over forty years and was a member of the Bluevale United Church. She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, one daughter (Evelyn) Mrs. Leslie McDonald of Grey and two sons, Aldine and Gordon at home. The funeral was held on Thursday afternoon at the United Church in Wroxeter by the Rev. Mr. Grant. In terment was made in the Wroxeter Cemetery. The floral tributes were beatutiful showing the high esteem in which she was held. Sympathy is extended to her sor rowing family in this .their hour of sorrow. The ladies Of the Jamestown Patri otic Circle held their meeting on Fri day of last week, with twenty ladies in attendance. Quilting was done, while others cut out material for sewing. After the business meeting a draw was taken on another quilt, the lucky holder of the ticket was Mrs. T. C. Wilson. Another bale was packed in aid of the Salvation Army, the following items were; 12 pairs socks, 9 scarfs, 4 pairs mitts, 4 pairs men’s pyjamas, 1 quilt, 7 girls’ dresses, 5 girls’ slips, 9 pair girls' bloomers, 5 childrens pyjamas, 4 boys shirts, 4 boys pants, 4 pair braces, 3 nightgowns, 1 icebag cover, 3 pair children’s mitts. Miss Gertie Payne of Hanover, spent Sunday at her home here. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mitchell and little son of Grey, spent Sunday at the home of Mr. Alex (McDonald. Miss Doris McLennan spent Sun day at her home on the 2nd. line. 1 ... w WATCH REPAIRS For Satisfaction Have your Watch or Clock re paired at William’s Jewellery Official C.N.R. Watch Inspector LIGHTERS & PIPES FRESH TOBACCOS And MAGAZINES — At — Omar Haselgrove’s Smoke Shoppe EXTENSION DEPARTMENT University of Western Ontario ENGLISH 20 begins Saturday, Sept. 28 at 2.00 p.m. A second course in English wjll be offered if desired. Classes meet in the Public School and are open to the public. ST. HELENS WESTFIELD rrf. ----„------— Mrs. J. E. Ellis spent last week with Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Morris, of Toronto, who returned home with her /and s'pent the week-end with her. Messrs. Albert Campbell and W. H. Campbell were Goderich visitors on Wednesday. Mrs, J. L. McDowell visited last week with her daughter, Mrs. Gor don Smith, of Goderich. Owing to the wet weather there is ■considerable grain in the stook yet, and some of it is commencing to .grow. Misses Edna and Audrey Walsh, of Hensail, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Al bert Walsh on Sunday. At the church service on Sunday, Rev. H. C. Wilson took his text from St. Luke, 7 chap., 11 verse “And it came to pass.” rendered by the men’s choir. Mr. and Mrs. Alva .McDowell and Lloyd visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Vincent, of Belgrave. Some of the farmers in the district are digging their potatoes, some of which are rotting. A number form this vicinity attend- ed anniversary services at Belgrave United Church on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Norman McDowell, Miss. Mildred Thornton, Mrs. J. L. McDowell, Mrs. Charles Smith, and Miss Jean .McDowell attended a tea at Goderich given in honour of Mrs. N. McDowell’s sister, Miss Alberta Osbaldeston. who is to be married this week. Mrs-. Wm. McDowell visited one day last week with Miss Ada Stack house, of Blyth. JAMESTOWN Special music was Mrs. Wm. Holt The people of the community were greatly shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Mrs. William Holt at the home of her sister, Mrs. Cutt in God erich on Monday, September 16th. The deceased was in her 74th year, and before her marriage her maiden name was Catharine Ann Robinson. Mrs. Holt had not been enjoying the best of health for some time, although had been going about until a short time ago. She was a highly respected person and a kind, and thoughtful neighbor, always willing to help when Mr. and Mrs. Irvin McCabe, Wind sor, are spending the week-end with Mrs. McCabe’s father, Mr. John Mc- Quillin and Mr, and Mrs. Fred Mc- Quillin. Mr. and Airs. D, J. McIntosh, of Vineland, Mr. and Mrs. Morley and Colin, qf St. Catharines, were week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. D. Todd. Mr. George McQuillin, B.S.A., who has been employed with the Searle Grain Company at Saskatoon, has en listed with the R.C.A.F.. and is at pre sent training as a pilot in Toronto. The meeting of the Women’s In stitute will be held in the Community Hall, on Thursday afternoon,. Oct. 3, at 2.30, o’clock. Roll Call—“A Remedy for colds, burns or poison.”. Subject in charge of Mrs. Ed. McQuillin, Health and Child Welfare Convenor. Program Committee: Miss Annie Durnin, Mrs, McKenzie Webb, Host esses, Mrs. Gordon McPherson,, Mrs. Ewart McPherson, Mrs. Harold. Gaunt. The weekly meeting of the Y.P.U.. was held with the vice president, Miss Winnie Barnard, in the chair. Didc Weatherhead read the Scripture les son and the topic “Interesting People- Doing Interesting Things” was taken by Mrs. McKenzie Webb. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. McRoberts, Mrs,. Thompson, of Wingham, and. Miss; Mary Ford, of Milton. were recent •visitors with Mr. and Mrs. D. ,Tbd‘d! EYES EXAMINED— GLASSES FITTED— AT MODERATE PRICES. R.A. ReidR.O. Eyesight Specialist Wingham Office At Williams’ Jewelry Store Every Wednesday Morning 9 to noon. and Mr; and Mrs. F. G. Todd. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Rice were vis^ itors in Toronto this week. Word has been received by friends- here of the death in the Stratford. General Hospital on Saturday night of Mrs.. W. T. Gemmell, wife of Dr. Gemmell, of Stratford, following sev eral weeks” illness. Mrs. Gemmell be fore .her mavriage 35 years ago, was Miss Mary Woods,, a daughter of the late Mr. and' Mrs. Thos. Wpods, and resided on the- 9th con. on the farm, part of which is now owned by Mr. T. B. Taylor. Surviving besides her hus band is one son, Dr. David Gemmel of Stratfordi WHITECHURCH Mr. and .Mrs-.. Bent Thompson at tended a trousseau tea at the home of Mrs. George Cal’d'well, Blyth, on Sat- urduy in honour of her daughter, Nor ma, whose marriage will take place the latter part of September, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Moffatt of Tees water spent a day last week with Mrs, Jas. Moffatt, MiSs Alise. Cook of V/ingham spent the week-end with Miss Huth Robin son, Mr. and Mrs, Gordon Elliott and family spent Sunday at the home of his uncle, Mr. Nelson Loui'it of Gor rie. Mr, and Mrs. Wesley and Mr. and Mrs. .Russel Moore spent the week end at the home of Mr. an<J Mrs. Thus, Hockley, Preston. -The W.M.S. of the United Church held a tea at the home of Mrs. T. FI, Moore on Thursday last, 18 ladies were present and worked at a.quilt. Mr. Thos, Robinson, who has been visiting with his family at Port Bur well and Tilsonburg for the past two weeks, returned home on Saturday. * SUPERB COATS BELMORE McIntosh United Church was taste fully decorated for the marriage on Saturday, September 21st. of Miss Agnes McFarlane Harris, eldes-t dau ghter of John and Sarah Harris, Car rick to Mr. Thomas Walker of King. To the strains of the bridal chorus, played by Miss Doris Raynor of Rothsay, the bride entered the church on the arm of her father. Looking- lovely in her gown of white taffeta, shoulder veile of teille caught up with orange blossoms and carrying salmon gladiolias. Mrs. James Harper and Mrs, Pumel, were their sisters brides maids, wearing their wedding dresses of pale blue and carrying pink glad- iola. Little Frances McDonald made a charming little flower girl gowned in pink organdie, floor length, and carrying a bouquet ofasters. Mr. Alex-, andef Walker Supported the groom. Rev. M. Raynor assisted by -the Rev. W. D. Clark1, officiated. During the signing of the register. Reggie Moore of Teeswater sang. A wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride. After which they left for a wedding trip. The bride doned a pretty effect of navy blue and tan with hat to match. The Women’s Missionary Society will entertain the McIntosh ladies at the Manse on Wednesday. Mrs. Robt. Nichol'is visiting in Tor onto for a week or two. The marriage of Jimmie Ballagh, son of the late W. J. and Mrs. Ball agh, formerly Maggie Stokes, took $15.00 to $55.00 KING’S ur new winter range of coats is complete. When you are looking for your Uew coat consider , Quality Woollens , Distinctive Furs . . Chamois Linings ♦ You will have all ‘these features in our coats, com bined with the latest style trends. 6 A big stock to choose from at place at Teeswter, September 14th. The Rev. Hamilton Ballagh, brother of the groom, tied the nuptial knot. Mr. Ballagh and his bride will spend their honeymoon with the groom's sister (Pearl) Mrs. Mills at Ottawa. Margaret Abram of Stratford visit ed her parents Sunday. The Curie family, Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Marshall of Gorrie and Jimmie 'took tea at the Zinn home Sunday evening. The Red Cross workers will hold a bazaar in the basement of the com munity hall, October 11th. Born—In Hanover Memorial Hos pital on September 20th to Gunner and Mrs. R. C. Buckwell, nee Mavis Simmons, a daughter, Margaret Eliza beth. Mrs. Velma Baiers has returned I I 1 Qi ♦ home after a holiday in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lowry and Mrs. Wm. Nichol Jr., Toronto, renewed old acquaintances here this week. Mrs. Muriel Lane has left for Tor onto where she is going to attend Business College. Miss Blanche Irwin of Toronto mWiL been holidaying with her parents. hereT- Mr. and Mrs. D. K Livingstone Walton and Mrs. Len Adams, Tor onto, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Irwin this week. Sorry to hear that Mrs. Clayton Newans is still confined to her home through illness. We all hope for a speedy recovery. Belmore United Church Services for Anniversary are being held Sun day, October 13th, with Rev. Cope land of Gorrie as guest speaker. Wingham Fair PROMPT DELIVERYPHONE 161 Afternoon and EveningPublic Address / DOOR OPEN 7.30 P.M. 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SWEET JUICY A ORANGES...............30c dozen FRESH CRISP CELERV HEARTS ............... 10c Btmch i SEEDLESSI GRAPEFRUIT .........4 for 25c 1 LARGE ICEBERG 1 HEAD LETTUCE ... 2 for 25c ■ - ■ - ■ ■■ - FRESH Thurs., Fri., Sat September 26th, 27th & 28th Persian Lamb, Coon, Beaver, Mink, Muskrat and Hudson Seal Reasonable Guarantee Given./ A Generous Allowance on . old fur coats. Any persons interested in purchasing a new fur coat will save money on the above dates. Have your Fur Coat Re modelled Colborne Ladies’ PHONE 41. — AFTERNOON — i North- Huron’s Outstanding Horse Show HORSE RACE GENTLEMEN’S ROAD RACE HURDLE JUMPING TANDEM HITCH SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS BAND MUSIC Evening Entertainment.- Wingham Arena ADMISSION 10c. Jitney Dancing - Floor Show - Bingo - Music by Len Trushinski’s Orchestra BINGO — FOWL FOR PRIZES — 8 O’CLOCK DANCING STARTS AT 9 O’CLOCK ♦ Bob Cook Magician 30 and 11 O’clock Presented by — Miss Marion Pym Tap Dancer AND OTHER ARTISTS Comedian