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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1954-12-08, Page 9• •• METER wkose superb Tonal Qualities are unimpaired by Climatic Condition , * T WILLIS & CO. HINTED MONTREAL • CANADA The December meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institue was held in the Mason* in club rooms hpon. Mrs, W. and called for memory of a Mrs. James N. , repeated the 23rd. psalm,' A c lovely Christmas tree and a table full of gifts which were later exchanged gave a seasonable setting. Christmas carols on Wednesday after," T. MacLean presided a moment’s Silence in beloved life member, Allen, after which all were sung, Mrs. Harvey Timm wu In charge of a display of handicrafts which included a enow man. and a Christmas candle. Mrs. Herb Patterson was in charge of the motto "Greetings”, She told of the story "Hitched to a Star”, It was of a well between Jerusalem and Bethlehem where weary travellers stopped to rest and Quench their thirst, The night was dark and they felt they had lost their way when the star appeared and was reflected This Christmas give your family a gift that! outlives the giver, and keeps on giving. Have i you ever given a thought to your children's j musical education? j Why not start your children with the best by, having a Willis Piano in your home. I " ' ' I | I Warren House |j 25% OFF I i i - _ _ _____ ti * I Various other makes and models are available if so desired.| LARGE ALLOWANCE FOR YOUR PRESENT PIANO. —~ — I QUALITY GOODS AT REAL SAVINGS | FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS BUYING I Also new Piano Benches and a full line of Musical Instruments including Saxaphones, ti Clarinets, Accordians Etc. Everything on Sale at 25% OFF regular price I in the water, So these kindly men hitched their caravan to the star and it led them to the place where Christ was born. Mrs. John Lane was in charge of thq topic, "Let's Keep Christmas’’, 'This seasonable message was written by the late Peter Douglas about whom his wife wrote a book, A Man Called .Peter. We all feel the pressure of the approaching v Christmas, We are thinking about presents and what we will get for so-and-so. What about a token of love, friendship, understand­ ing and consideration, a helping hand, and a prayer and smile. Let’s not per­ mit the crowds and rush to crowd Christmas out of our hearts. Your Christmas will never be commercial­ ized unless you have commercialized it. Sp we will not spend Christmas nor observe Christmas, we will keep Christmas—keep it as it is in all the loveliness of its ancient traditions. The roll call was answered by a Christmas verse and a donation for the Christmas cheer boxes. A donation was given to the Wingham General Hospital. Letters of appreciation were received from members and former members who had been remembered when sick, The secretary read a re­ port from Miss Lewis of the Women’s Institute Branch. Refreshments in­ cluding Christmas cake and short bread were served by the hostesses, Mrs. A. McKercher, Mrs, Gilbert Howse and Mrs. Bert Martin Young People’s Union The regular meeting of the Wrox- eter Young People’s Union was held in the church basement on the even­ ing of Monday, Nevember 29th. The president, Berva Gallaher, gave the call to worship. Donna Coupland was organist. The president was assisted in the worhip service by Larry Snell and Marlene Smith. Shirley McMich­ ael was in charge of the topic-. The meeting closed with the repeating of the Mizpah benediction. W. M. S. Meeting The Women’s Missionary Society, United Church, will hold the Decem­ ber meeting on Friday of this week at the home of Mrs, E. W. Todd. Mrs. James Sanderson, Mrs. Ken Edgar, Miss K. Hazelwood, Mrs. Herb Patter­ son, will be in charge. The meeting is called for 3 o’clock. Buds of Promise The December meeting of the Buds of Promise Mission Band was held in the United Church schoolroom on Tuesday afternoon. The meeting open-- ed with soft music, Bernice Grainger at the piano. Joyce Heimpel read, a poem “A Christmas Prayer.” All re­ peated the purpose. The Scripture les­ son, The Christmas Story, as found in St. Luke’s Gospel was read followed by prayer by Mrs. Grainger. A carol was sung and the children presented a playlet. “What Christmas Means To Johnnie", and the Mizpah benediction closed the meeting. The children were given a treat of candy. First Euchre and Dance ' Twelve tables were in play when members of the Women’s Institute held their first euchre of the season. In charge of arrangements were Mrs, W. T. MacLean, Mrs. Roy Hunter and Mrs. William Hart. Mrs. Justin Will was awarded first prize for ladies and Mrs. George Day, second. Mr. B. Marshall and Charles Cathers won honors for the men. Justin Will also received a prize for being'the young­ est grandfather present. Lucky tallies were held by Mrs. Ted Smith and Mrs. D. S. MacNau- ghton. In the bingo games which fol­ lowed refreshments, Harry Gowdy won the special, a pair of fancy bath­ towels. A lovely Christmas tree gave the Masonic club rooms a seasonable setting for the party. * Personals Mr. and Mrs. Greer Wylie have re­ turned from a visit to their son, Glenn and Mrs. Wylie, at Belleville. They were accompanied by Mr. Hugh Harris. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Coombs, Toronto, spent the week-end at the^ home of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Howes. Mr. Howes has been under the doctor’s care for the past'week but we are pleased to know he is feeling better. Many friends and neighbors from Wroxeter and vicinity attended a shower given for Mr. and Mrs. Ger­ ald Timm in Bluevale on Thursday evening. Wendell Stamper read an address and a gift of money was pre­ sented on behalf of all present by John MacNaughton. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Rae and daughter, Susanne, also Mr, and Mrs. Russel Rae, all of Brantford, were Sunday visitors with Mrs. D. ,W. Rae. The United Church Christmas tree and congregational get-together will be held on Friday night of this week, December 17th, at 8 o’clock. Parents and friends are invited and asked to assist with refreshments. Mr. and Mrs. Merwyn Grainger and family, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Grainger, at Gorrie. Miss Rona Vanvelsor, who is now staying with Mrs. W. E. Hainstock, Fordwich, spent the week-end with friends here. Mrs. Vanvelsor, who is very ill in Wingham Hospital, is show­ ing some improvement. Santa Claus is coming to town on Saturday, December 18th. The busi­ nessmen of the village have arranged to have pictures and treats at the town hall. The party will commence at 1.45. Roy Simmonds, 24, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Simmonds, had the misfor- The Wingham Ad vance-Times; Wednesday, December Sth, ISM Fife Ntaa tune to break his wrist on Thursday night at Bluevale. Roy was attending a shower given*for Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Timm. Coming into the hall with snow on his feet, he slipped' fracturing his wrist. Having lost a hand through an accident aome year* ago, Boy $r now doubly handicapped- Advance-Times want ads carry the biggest bargains in town. Shop Now for a Better Choice Garnet E' Farrier WARREN HOUSE Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and nights till 9. If we don't have it we will get it for you FOR HIM NYLONS f - CHILDREN LOVE'EM! flashers, snow, tinsel, I Use our LAY-A-WAY PLAN - no extra charge. Ask about it this week. (Except Radio or Television) See;tOur Selection Today! PHOMt S3 WINGHAM Whitechurch, Ont. Phone 711-j-l Wingham ■ Gifts for Everyone at Wei wood’s Variety Store V. 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