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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-12-21, Page 2Two The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, December 31, 1955 Qt-lxv iButjhmn JUtirattrc-Oliitug MARILYN COOPER LEADS AT VESPER SERVICE Published at Wingham, Ontario Wenger Brothers, Publishers, W. Barry Wenger, Editor Member Audit Bureau of Circulation Authorised as Second Class Mail Post Office Dept. Subscription Rate — One Year $3.00, Six Months $1.50 in advance 3X S. A. $4.00 per year Foreign Rate $4.00 per Advertising Rates on application year EDITORIALS CHRISTMAS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR On one day of the year men of the Christian world, surfeited with a bounteous Christmas dinner and the music of Christmas carols, sit and reflect on the saying '“"Peace on Earth and Goodwill toward Men”. Once a year the spirit of goodwill permeates the saints and sinners alike and causes us all to radiate friendship for oar fellow man. Such is the power of Christmas that even the wars ©f Christendom have been hushed on the holy night of Christmas, while soldiers of each side pay their respects t© the Prince of Peace. It is fitting that the spirit of Christmas should bring such thoughts of peace and goodwill to men’s minds. Christ himself was an apostle of peace, and it is fitting that for one day in the year, at least, we should be im­ bued with His spirit. Unfortunately, many of us bear anything but peace and goodwill towards each other during the other 364 days of the year. During the ordinary days of the year many of us bear ill-will towards even our neighbor, whom we are told to love as ourselves. In the larger sphere of international relations con­ ditions are the same. There may have been a certain amount of peace during the past few years, but the good­ will has been in very short supply. Each nation, and that includes our own as well as the other fellow’s, seems to have been at great pains to exude as much ill-will as possible. The Christmas or the Christian spirit (and the terms 'are almost synonymous) should not be confined to one day of the year, no matter how sacred or significant that day is. According to the teachings of Christ the snirit of goodwill was meant to be a full-time philosophy of living. lE'njoy vour dinner, therefore, this Christmas day, and '’feel as well disposed towards the rest of the world as you 'like. The spirit of peace and goodwill which abounds at .Christmas is a reasonable facsimile of the spirit of Christ­ ianity with which we should be imbued every day of the year. FORDWICH—The girls of the Ford­ wich C.G.I.T, group held their nation­ al Christmas vesper service on Sun­ day evening in the Fordwich United Church. The girls and their leaders were in uniform as they entered the church in the processional, singing “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing”, and took their places at the front of the church. Marilyn Cooper called the congre­ gation to worship and was leader for the service, Mae Raster read the Christmas story from St. Ruth Hibberd led in the reading, The C.G.I.T., as a choir, fant Holy”, and Elizabeth sang a solo with Miss V. Beswitherick at the organ. Patsy Harris read the story, “The White Christmas”, which was written especially for the service by Miss Frances Russell, In the candle lighting service the girls re-affirmed their C.G.I.T, pur­ pose and Jean Greer, Donna Wray, Elizabeth Ann Cooper, Glenna Hibberd and Dianne Carswell as the candle­ lighters, gave the significance of the candles, During the recessional each member of the group had her .candle lit, and the girls formed a guard in the aisles and stood in the darkened church while Mr. Hird pronounced the benediction. Every year at Christmas, the Ca­ nadian Girls in Training, their pa­ rents and friends, have an opportunity of sharing in the work of the C.G.I.T. committee of the Department of Christian Education of the Council of the C.G.I.T. movement throughout the whole of Canada. The offering was taken by Mary Johnston and Velma Eurig, who were ushers. Sharon Pollock was envelope steward. Luke and responsive sang “In­ Patterson Busy Bees Hold Weekly Meeting FORDWICH—The Busy Bee meet­ ing opened with the 4-H pledge, fol­ lowed by the roll call. Minutes of the last weeting were read and the girls reviewed the methods of shrinking and measuring blouse material. Mrs. Demerling demonstated length­ ening and shortening shoulder seams of a blouse and also showed the girls how to cut blouses. The home assignment for the week is to finish a costume chert, to be turned in at the next meeting, which will be held in the new year, on Janu­ ary 7 th. FORDWI Personals and Mrs. Bruce Wallace,Mr.Mr, and Mrs, A, Wanace and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Simmons spent Thursday in Kit­ chener. Miss Phyllis Reith, of Hesson, visit­ ed over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Alex Keith, Mrs. John Craig and Mrs. Ernie Dinsmore spent Thursday in Kitchen­ er. Mrs. Ron Massey and two children left on Monday for Windsor, where she will spend the Christmas holidays with her husband, Private Ron Mas­ sey. Mrs. Nellie Gamble is spending two weeks with Mr. and Mrs, Ted Harris at Brownsville. Mr, Earld Patterson spent a couple of days last week in St. Catharines. Mr. and Mrs. Royden Devitt spent a day last week in Kitchener- Mr. William Edgar and Mrs. Geo. Baker were London visitors one day last week. IVfr. and Mrs. W. Hargrave and Mr.^d Mrs. W. Sothern spent Thursday ^■fctehener. Tom McClement and Mrs. Al- TOrt Gallaher were Stratford visitors one day last week. Mr. and Mrs. W, Wilson and and Mrs. Wray Cooper spent a last week in Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Tudan little daughter visited relatives in Port Colborne on Saturday. Miss Reita Harding of Victoria Hos­ pital, London, visited over the week­ end with her parents. Mrs. Dick Aldrich visited for a few ' girlfriend in the show? days last week with Mr. and Mrs. | have to buy her own ticket. Fred Siefert, in Galt. FORDWICH—The W.M-S- of Fordwich United Church met Thursday afternoon in the church parlor, which was decorated in a Christmas theme for the occasion. Mrs. Wray Cooper, the president, Opened the meeting with the hymn, “Infant Holy”, and presided for the business session, “What Child Is This?” was the theme for the pro­ gram, convened by Mrs. George Ash­ ton, who was assisted by Mrs, I. Schaeffer, Mrs, E. Darcey, and Mrs- S. Bride. Mrs. N. Harding, Mrs. Hird, Mrs. H, Doig brought the Christmas mes- ages and Miss Minnie McElwaine sang a solo, “Hark the Glad Sound, the Saviour Comes”, accompanied by Miss K. Graham. Mrs. Winkley, a new Canadian from Holland, told qf Christmas in her na­ tive land. Mrs. W. Wilson, reporting for the nominating committee, gave the names of the officers for the new year. The members observed silent prayer in memory of the late Mrs. Walter Harrifield, who was a member of the group. This was followed by prayer by Mrs. William Wilson. A social time followed the meeting and lunch was served by several of the members. 0Hay this cherished holiday season bring high happiness to you and those you hold dear. Mrs, A. Demerling Opens Home to C.G.I.T, FORDWICH—The annual Christ­ mas meeting and party of the Ford­ wich C.G.I.T. was held on Monday night at the home of Mrs. A. Demer­ ling with an attendance of 24 girls. The meeting opened in the usual manner and the minutes were read. The worship period was in charge of Velma Eurig and Mary Johnston. Honey Winkel gave a reading on Christmas in Holland, Plans were then made for the vesper service. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. C. Raster with Mae Raster and Dianne Carswell to help with the worship service. The girls exchanged gifts and a de­ licious lunch was served, after which the meeting closed with Taps. (VANCE’S jl.D.A. DRUG STORE I Featuring our second shipment of Christmas Gifts. | Ph°ne WinghamChristmas Ideas I Shown at Meeting * FORDWICH—Evergreen wreaths, a lighted Christmas tree, and a gaily decorated hall added Christmas spirit to the Women’s Institute meeting. The devotions were taken by Mrs. A. Dem­ erling, who read the Christmas story from Luke 2: 1-8, concentrating on the angels. “The First Noel” was sung by the members. The motto, “Every good gift and every perfect gift cometh from above,” was given by Mrs. Ren Graham. She read a Christmas story of an adopted grandmother. Several carols were sung and the roll, call was answered by a childhood recollection of Christ­ mas and a gift for the Children’s Aid Society at Goderich. Mrs. Crosby Sothern and Mrs. A. Demerling were appointed a com­ mittee to decorate for the Christmas dance to be held this week. Each of the members took a decoration or idea and demonstrated its use. Mrs- Wm. Campbell gave the highlights of the Huron County rally at Grand Bend. Homemade Christmas cards were displayed by. the members. Some of these were hand painted and- there was an assortment of attractive ideas for cards; Mrs. R. Devitt and Mrs. Ren Graham then favored with a piano duet. Mrs. Wm. McCann and Mrs. Cros­ by Sothern conducted contests and games’ and a pot-luck- lunch was served by the executive. Mr. day and STORES in WINGHAM X each week in December including December 28th OPEN EVENINGS Jim: “So would I.” Father: “Why. don’t you meet your Then she’d WILL BE OPEN Sherlock Manning, Willis and Mason-Risch Sales and Service Christmas Eve: 11.00 (ANGLICAN) OTingfjam = CHRISTMAS J7n harmony With this rlcrry Season we wish all our friends a Joyous Christmas. Wc« evey,o»e’ 7a('ch,fc*‘»s 11.30 p.m.—Carol Service p.m.—Choral Communion *** R.B.P. Elects Officers For Coming Year The R.B.P. No. 335 held its annual meeting and election of officers on Monday of last week. C.M. Robert Hibberd conducted the election and in­ stallation when the following officers were appointed: WP, W. A. Stinson; D.P., Allan Wat­ son; Chapt-, Robt. Hibberd; Reg., Lloyd Jacques; treas., W- F. Campbell; 1st, Leet., N. Harding; 2nd. Leet., T. L, McGinnis; 1st. cen., Frank Graham; 2nd. Cen., A. Hall; Standard Bearers, R. Niel, Stan Hayes; Pur., J.' Dins­ more. Young Women’s Circle Met at Collar Home The monthly meeting of the Young Women’s Circle met at the home of Mrs, Frank Collar with ten present. The meeting opened by singing “Silent Night” followed by prayer of­ fered by Mrs. M. Cahtelon, A poem was read by. Mrs. Cantelon entitled “The Wise Men,” and MrS. F. Collar gave a reading. The roll was then called. Mrs. Reg Collar and Miss Betty Collar sang a duet and a reading was given by Mrs. Hotchkiss. Everyone joined in singing “Angels from the Realms of Glory.” The season of prayer was led by Mrs. Coyle, Mrs. F. Collar and Mrs. C. Loucks. The devotional part of the program was given by Mrs. Hannen- berg on “The Purpose of Prayer.” The offering was received as was the offering for the Cairns children. The meeting closed with the singing of “Joy to the World” and prayer by Betty Collar. A delicious lunch was served by the Committee. RED SEAL” R. A. Currie & Sons FURNITURE Christmas Day: 6.30 a.m.—Hospital Communions 8.30 a.m.—Quiet Communion 11.00 a.m.—Festival Service 2.30 p.m.—Children’s Service 7.00 p.m.—Festival Evensong TO ALL OUR LOYAL SUPPORTERS who have helped us in every effort during the past year. May this Yuletide Season be blessed with all good things for you and yburs. | Lions Cl lib o f Wingham | $° I FRIDAY AND SATURDAY DECEMBER 16th and 17th and THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY ^EVENINGS, DECEMBER 22nd, 23rd, and 24th NEW YEAR’S EVE UNTIL 9 p.m, Monday, December 26th will be observed as the CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY Tuesday, December 27th will be observed as BOXING DAY Monday, January 2nd will be observed as New Year’s Day Stores will remain closed on these days. Our wishes ring out (or a season filled with joy o.with love...with peace. The Very Best Wishes to all residents of Huron and Bruce