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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1954-11-24, Page 10The Winghum Advaime/Hines, Wednesday, November 24, 1954 ■ p-.......... EDITORIALS NEWS OF BELMORE Geo. Inglis Named President At Bible Society Meeting YOUR CHRISTMAS ISSUE Santa Claus comes to town this week, and the Ad­ vance-Times again takes pleasure in presenting its annual guide to Christmas shopping in Wingham. In it you will find the offerings of the Wingham merchants who wish your patronage during the Christmas season, Shopping in your own town seems to be regarded as ,a civic virtue in many Quarters, and perhaps it is. In our ■opinion, however, convenience, dollar-value, and dependa­ bility are much more valid reasons for shopping in Wind­ ham. Read over the advertisements of your local merchants in this issue and vou’ll see what we mean. tie >** I PASS THE GASPERS Confusion has been thrown into the cigarette-smoking- causes-lung-cancer controversy by the statement of an eminent English physician that the disease is caused by industrial pollution of the air, and not by the much-malign­ ed cigarette. We have no doubt but that many temporary non-smokers have sworn on again, and that investors are once more putting their money into tobacco stock. Personally we’ve lost interest. Until those scientist fellows definitely make up their minds on the subject we figure we might as well take our chances. Most of the pleasant thing’s in life are bad for you anyhow. CHRISTMAS GREETING Eric Christmas, well known stage, radio and T\ ar­ tist. had kind words to say about the Wingham Commun-] ity Players’ piece “Mr. Pirn Passes By’’. lie said that the) production was ten times better than he had expected from a group with so little experience. Pie said there should be a great future for amateur theatricals in Wingham. We hope Mr. Christmas is right about Wingham’s future. An amateur theatrical group, good fun and all as it is, can be an important factor in bringing together the people) of any community in common endeavour. ; OVER ZEALOUS? Last week the publisher of an Alberta weekly was thrown in the local calaboose for refusing to remove him­ self from a closed meeting of the local school board. j We suppose the incident proves a point, although we’re not quite sure what. We’ve known for some time that weekly newspapers go to great lengths to get the .news, but as ,a rule going to jail isn’t one of the lengths. However, since the publisher was presumably acting ~m the public interest in being so persistent about it, we .sincerely hope that the good citizens took steps to bail him out. ❖ LAST CHANCE Next Monday is nomination 'day, and once again the citizens of Wingham will have a chance to choose their representatives on council. So far we haven’t heard much discussion on the subject, pro, con or indifferent. Last year a fair crowd attended the meeting, and al­ though many nominees were called, few chose to run, and the whole council was elected by acclamation. Which is not an altogether healthy procedure. The town may save itself a certain amount of money i in election expenses if its council is returned by acclam­ ation. But somehow we doubt if it will be cheaper in the long run. ❖ s|: 5-r The annual meeting of the McIntosh and Belmore branch of the Bible Society was held in the Presbyterian Church here last Monday night. The president, Wm, Darling was in the chair. There was a fair attendance, but not nearly as many as should have been there considering the importance of this work. Mr, Keys, auto-visual and education­ al secretary gave an informative and challenging address, stressing the importance of mission work now, while the opportunity is still ours. The next few years will be very important ones, for great changes are taking place rapidly in Eastern lands. He also showed a splendid film “The Bible on the Table”, This film was prepared for them to be used this year, to celebrate the 150th Anniver­ sary of the work of the Bible Society. During the business period a num­ ber of changes were made. George Inglis who has been vice-president, was appointed president. Rev. M. D. McNabb was chosen vice-president. Roy Rutherford who has filled the office of secretary, efficiently for 35 years, resigned and Gordon Inglis was appointed in his place, Elmer Zinn who has served as treasurer for 20 years also resigned and John Ruther­ ford was appointed in his place. Jo­ seph Vogan who has been a collector for 47 years, resigned on account of ill health. The following group of collectors were appointed: Earl Fraser. Henry Johann, John Doig, Adam Dar­ ling, Mrs. Fred Doubledee, Mrs. Clark Renwick, James Darling and Allan White. able to return to their home, from the Wingham Hospital on Saturday. There were seventeen tables in play at the card party held in the Belmore Hall last ^Monday night. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Gowdy, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Petrie and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gowdy were in charge. Those receiving prizes were: for euchre, Mrs, Robert Nickel, Mrs. Dave McAllister, Chas. Cathers and Ernie Merkley; for solo, Leonard Harper. In the recent draw for Christmas cakes here, this past week, Harry Gowdy wus the winner at Merkjey’s and Roy Gtjwdy at Hunkins, Mr. and Mrs, Harry Mulvey and boys, Mrs, Myrtle Weir, Mr. and Mrs, John Dickson and Evelyn were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs, Lome Scott, of Wawanosh, on Saturday evening, the occasion ’ marking a birthday. Messrs.. C. Renwick, G. Inglis, W. Elliott and I. Haskins took part in a bonspiel at Galt on Tuesday. They won one and lost two games, so were not eligible for the finals. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Abraham spent, Sunday in:Toronto, the guests of the latter’s brother, Mrs. Russel Grant and family. Mr. and Mrs. Earl McNee had as supper guests, Friday evening Mr., and Mrs. Graham McNee and family, Miss M. Musgrave and Misses Joy and Maxine McNee. Among those attending the Royal Winter Fair this past week were Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Haskins, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Cathers, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Mc- Kague and Mr. N. Hunkip, We arc? sorry jto report that Mrs. Jas. Stokes Sr., is a patient in the Wingham General Hospital, at time of writing. Her many friends here, hope for hep a quick and complete recov­ ery from her illness, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Darling and Tom spent Sunday with Mr, and Mrs, John Tyler at St. Marys. *Mr, Packer Patterson, of Boissevain, Man., spent a couple of days last week visiting the Darling and Harkness families, A number of the relatives gathered at Elmer Zinn's on Wednes­ day evening to meet him and spend a social time together. We regret to report that Orval Dustow suffered a .nasty accident near Milton where he has been en­ gaged in a painting job for some time. He fpll 45 feet and fractured the elbow of his right arm, badly. He is in Galt Hospital, under the care of a reputed bone specialist, so his friends all hope he will be able to set and treat his arm in such a way, that he will .have full use of it again in time. The sympathy of the community is' extended to the Dickson families, in the loss of their mother and grand­ mother, Mrs. James Dickson Sr. Mrs. John Harper spent the week­ end with Mrs. Joseph Vogan in Wing­ ham. Mr. Vogan’s condition remains about the (same. Crop Report Approximately 260 cars or 12,000 tons of beets have now been shipped from the County. Yield per acre is down from other years coupled with a low sugar content*1 Growers are still attempting to salvage white beans and some red clover seed was also combined this week. | I I /1 ASKING FOR TROUBLE Children on bicycles on the streets of town at night can be,a positive menace. Particularly when, their bicycles are not equipped with lights.1 It’s too much to expect of the town police force to ask them to control the offenders. And some of the children are too young to know, without instruction, of their own danger. Parents of children, with bicycles should instruct them on the proper way of riding a bicycle in traffic, and should make sure that they do not venture out after dark without the lights required by law.* * * WE HOPE THEY’RE WORTH IT The Ontario Government’s policy of building new and expensive high schools all over the province seems'on the surface to be a laudable project. Few people .will quarrel with the idea of spending money on education, if value is received for the money spent. But let’s not be overawed by the glittering aspect of all the ultra-modern district high schools which dot the countryside today. Buildings are only the outward shell of the educational system. Today’s marble halls of learning are being built at a period when costs are at an all-time high. And the burden of paying for them may come when money is not quite as plentiful as it Is today. Published at Wingham, Ontario * Wenger Brothers, Publishers, W, Barry Wenger, Editor Member Audit Bureau of Circulation Authorized as Second Class Mall Post Office Dept. Subscription Rate One Year $2.60, Six Months $1.25 In advance U. 8. A, $3.50 per year Foreign Rate $3.50 per year Advertising Rates on application Presbyterian W.M.S. The Presbyterian Women’s Mission­ ary Society met at the home of Mrs. Wm. Curie on Thursday afternoon, Nov.’ 18th. Mrs. Ross McKague, vice- president, opened the meeting with a hymn. Mrs. Curie read Scripture passages. Alfter the business period, Mrs. Will Darling read a letter from Mrs. Dick­ son, of Formosa, in which she describ­ ed the varied activities missionaries undertake. Then a hymn was sung. The topic, which dealt with various problems confronting the missionaries on each of our mission fields, was taken by Mrs. Harvey Ballagh who used maps and pictures as forceful illustrations. She was assisted by Mrs. Zinn, Mrs. McKague, Mrs. Mundell and Mrs. Robert Inglis, who spoke on behalf of missionaries in Africa, India, British Guiana and Formosa respec­ tively. A short discussion followed the presentation of each country’s pro­ blem. The meeting closed with singing and prayer by Mrs. George Lane. Presbyterian Young People The regular meeting of the Presby­ terian Young People was held in the school-room of the church on Sunday evening, Nov. 21st. The president, Wilma Haugh, opened the meeting with the singing of a hymn, followed by the Lord’s Prayer.' Previous min­ utes were read and their adoption moved by the secretary and second­ ed by George Nickel. A hymn was sung and the service convener Bruce Darling took charge. The Scripture was read responsive­ ly, followed by prayer by Jean Dick­ son. Beth Leason favored with a 'solo. The topic “So Much from so Little”, was ably dealt with by Beth Inglis. A hymn was sung and the meeting closed with the Mizpah benediction. Hohl Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the Belmore United Church Sunday School was held on Friday evening, Nov. 19th at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Abra­ ham. Plans were made for the coming year, such as the ordering of supplies and the promotion of S.S. pupils. It was decided to have a congregational supper in the Belmore hall on Friday evening, Nov. 26th. Lunch was serv­ ed by the host and hostess at the close of the meeting. Film Shown A film entitled "Village of the Poor”, sponsored by the Happy Helpers Mission Band was shown in the Bel­ more United Church on Sunday even­ ing. Mr. West showed the film, which described life in a village in India. Mrs. Doubled.ee and Mrs. West, the Mission Band leaders conducted the remaining part of the service. With Mrs. C. Douglas at the organ both the junior members of the Mis­ sion Band and the Seniors sang. Mrs. C. Fitch and --Mrs. H. Mulvey took up the offering. Mrs. West in­ troduced the,. guest speaker, Mrs. Proud, of Eden Grove, who gave her impressions of the United Women’s Conference held at McMaster Uni­ versity in June. Mrs. N. Newans closed the service with prayer. Hold Skating P&rty The Belmore-McIntosh Y.P.U, held a skating party in the Mildmay Com­ munity Centre on Thursday evening, Nov. 18th. A welcome was extended to everyone from* the three charges. Skating was enjoyed from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Lunch was served in the basement of the United Church, Mild­ may. Happy Helpers The Happy Helpers Mission Band met at the manse on Tuesday, Nov. 16th. The meeting opehed by singing a hymn. Cecil Horton read a pbem, “Our Daily Bread” after which all repeated the Lord’s Prayer. Nancy Elliott read the Scripture and Mr. West read a story, “The Special CupL Shirley Merkley read the minutes of the last meeting, and twenty answered the roll call. A hymn was sung and Jennice Merkley closed the meeting with prayer. The Collection received was $1.38. Personals Mr. and Mrs. Howard Cowing and John, of Tiverton, visited on Sunday with Mrs. Gowing’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Curie. Quite a number from here attended the funeral of the late Miss Nellie Longley, a former resident of this community, from the Edgar funeral home, Corrie last Monday. Friends will be glad to know that Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Wright, were Shopping Around at The Wallpaper Shop ! Crystal Stemware, Plates, Comports, Cream and Sugars in the J)ream Flower pattern OPEN STOCK TOO. English China Cups and Saucers The Best in Quality Planters and Ornaments for every room Tafcle and Bedroom Lamps - new and smart A lovely array of Artificial Flowers and Fern, just | for you. I f| I I I The WALLPAPER SHOP I Let us help you with Your Christinas Shopping at ■ • i Raul’s ©burdi (CHURCH OF ENGLAND IN CANADA) / . ...First Sunday in Advent 8.30 a.ni.—Holy Communion <?• 11.00 a.m.1—Morning-'Prayer & Sermon ' I 2.30 p.m.—Church School I • 4 |ZOO p.m.1—‘Evening Prayer & Sermon - I „ , * * * Wed., Nov. 24—Ladies’ Guild Annual Bazaar s s Every gift item in the store and windows is plainly price-marked for your convenience. You are cor- dially invited to come in and shop around without obligation. jL FOR HER . Quality Soaps by Hubbard Ayer, Yairdley, Shulton, Evening in Paris, Roger Gallet & Taylor Dusting Powders z by Yardley, Dubarry, Dorothy Gray, Hubbard Ayer, Shulton Evening in Paris Cosmetic Sets by Dubarry, Yardley, Hubbard Ayer, Dorothy Gray, Shulton Colognes Golden Orchid, Muguet, Clover, Desert Flower, Goldlen Chance, White Lilac, Lotus Comb, ’ Brush & Mirror Gift Stationery, Compacts, Playing Cards. FOR HIM It I |I! Pink i Sets, Pein & Pencil Sets, Shaving Sets by . IIII I I I I Yardley, Seaforth, Old Spice, I I I I I I? i I II II I by Wrisley Shaving Bowls Yardley, Seaforth, Old Spice, Courtley Tobacco Pouches, Cigarette Rollers, Leather Wallets, Holdall Kits, Electric Razors by Sunbeam, Remington, Schick, ' Phili-Shave Shaving Brushes Rubberset ........ $1.50, $2.00 $3.00, $3.95. $5.00 & up Lighters, Briar Pipes, Pen & Pencil Sets Travelling Kits, Kodaks, Flash Camera Sets. II I I III I I GREETING CARDS Boxed .................. 25c, 49c, 98c, $1.00, $1.25 & up | Extra Special..........50 cards & envelopes.........98c | Gift Wrap, Seal and Tags by “Coutts” | For Gifts that Please3 TRACTOR REPAIRS We have a licensed mechanic and are prepared to B overhaul work on all makes of tractors. g ■ ■ M 11 ■ 9 1 Massey=H arris MANURE SPREADERS No. 15 TRACTOR SPREADER Large capacity, rubber tired equipped, five speeds, capacity 85 - 90 bushels. 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