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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1942-05-28, Page 5WINGHAIVI ADVANCE-TIMES PAG SPRING ROUND TRIP FARES TO ALL STATIONS IN WESTERN CANADA GOING DATES MAY 22 to 31, 1942 RETURN LIMIT: 45 Days TICKETS GOOD TO TRAVEL IN COACHES Tickets good in Tourist, Parlor and Standard sleeping cars, also available on payment of slightly higher passage fares, plus price of parlor or sleeping car accomodation. ROUTES—Tiekets good going and returning via same Canadian routes and line, Generous optional tontings. STOPOVERS—will be allowed at any Point in Canada on thegoing or re- turn trip, or both, within final limit of ticket, on application' to Calcitic- tOri. Pull particular from any agent. Canadian Pacific House Dresses Coffee Coats Brunch Coats House Coats To look flower- fresh when your busy with the household chores, have a generous supply of these printed frocks rocif dainty printed frocks. Tailored or daintily feminine — whichever ones you like best in crisp new cottons. They launder beautifully—the colors staying clear and gay. We know you'll want sev- eral so come early for the most complete selection of styles and colors. Printed House Dresses $1.19, $1.39, $1.69 Figured Coffee Coats $1.69 Printed Brunch Coats $1.98 Figured House Coats $1.98, $2.98, $3.49 Printed Seersucker House Coats $4.49 Saturday Shopping Hours: 8.30 a.m. to 11 p.m. WALKER STORES, LIMITED "The Store Where Lower Prices Prevail" Telephone 36 Wingham, Ont. FREE TRAINING With LIVING ALLOWANCE Machine Shop Practice YOU WILL BE PLACED IN WAR INDUSTRY JOBS ON GRADUATION Women 18 and over, Men 1,17 and over (Subject to National Selective Service restrictions). write at once to War Emergency Train- ing Vocational School Owen Sound Under authority of the Domin- ion-Provincial War Emergency Training Programme. large circle of friends will feel her loss keenly. Three sons survive, Donald, Sault Ste. Marie,; Dr. John of Strath- roy; Allen of Wroxeter, her: husband and two daughters, Winnifred and Anne, predeceased her. Three sisters, Mrs. J. Stutt, Mrs. Elsie Carter of Sas- katchewan, and Mrs. Bevington of Cleveland, two brothers, George and James N. of Wroxeter, also survive. A private funeral was conducted from the home on Thursday afternoon with Rev. J. L. Foster in charge. Inter- ment was made in Wroxeter cemetery. WROXETER Cock .Growers Wanted.. GET IN ON TI-US EARLY PROFITABLE CASH CROP H. J. Heinz Co. of'Canapla are taking con- tracts for cucumber pickles for this season in Wikig., ham and vicinity. Call at Thomson's Feed Store, Winghanx, for. information, contracts and -seeds. H. J. Heinz Co. of Canada the week-nd with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Biggs. Miss Louise Hanna of Guelph visit- ed over the week-end with her mother, Mrs. G. C. Hanna Mr. Don Adams of Malton, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Adams. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Piper of Oshawa were week-end visitors with his sister, Miss Dorothy Piper. Mr.' Murray Rae of Fort Erie spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Rae. Miss Betty Lloyd of Toronto, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr and Mrs. R. H. Lloyd. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hodgins of Toronto were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. French. Mr. Joe Falconer of Toronto was a week-end visitor with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Falconer. Mrs. 0 Thompson of Listowel was a week-end guest of her daughter, Mrs. R. S. Hetherington. Cpl. Ralph Baird of St. Thomas, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Baird. Mrs. Mary A. Dinsley left to-day for Royalties, Alta., where she will visit with her son and daughter. Mrs. 'Eric Apps and two children of Thursday, May 2i3th., 1943 Dresses For The Home LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mr. John Lamb of Brantford, spent the week-end at his home here. Mr. Vern Abram of Orillia, spent the holiday with friends in town. Pte. Ed. Rich of Kitchener, spent the week-end at his home here. Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Fox and baby visited over the holiday with their par- ents. Misses Minnie Barber and Marion Mason, spent the week-end in Tor- onto. Miss May Horner of Hamilton was a week-end guest of Mrs. W. A. Mc- Kibbon. Cpl. George Currie spent the week- end at his home, 12th Con, of East Wawanosh Mr. Norman Fry of Toronto, spent the week-end, with his mother, Mrs. N. L. Fry. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Doherty of Tor- onto, spent the week-ennd with ,Mrs. M. Copeland. Mr and Mrs, Ed. Forgie and family, Toronto, were holiday visitors with Mrs. W. Forgie. Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Ellacott, of Toronto, spent the week-end with the former's mother. Mr. Darrell Biggs of Toronto, spent LAND ARMY GIRLS ENJOY RESPITE tile v,. w.cA now, i now supervising the running of more than 200 ktoWitels for land workers in various parte of 13rittliti, One of these stele 'reeen " erected by the Ministry of agriculture at Cutbtidge, it Withey,tttfOrdshire, tiCanniriodatee 28 Meinbtire Oahe Wonien'il at ' d Abny, Lea then sin menthe elm) these girls we working in Il&Men, :shops and hinitty Here nt now they. eft eirperto in OctOi 'every band of lend Work, n group of girl* troy the . a after hours of work at I thresher. Lenora are visiting 'with lier parents, Mr, and Mrs. 'Qeo, T, Robertson, Miss Margaret Homuth of Toronto, visited with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Honwth over the week-end, Mrs, A. T; English of Saskatoon' and Mrs, Harry Hinscliffe of Toronto, spent a few days with Mrs. Manuel. Misses Ruth:, Margaret and Jean Mitchell spent the week-end with their parents, Mr. and Mrs, Jas, H. Mitchell. Miss 'Catherine Campbell of Toron- to, was a visitor over the week-end with Mr, and Mrs. Gordon Buchanan. Mr, and •Mrs, J, A. Hillman, Tor. onto, spent the holiday with the laat- ter's parents, Mr, and Mrs. W. M, Reid. Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Blackball, son David and daughter Ruth of Toronto, spent the holiday at their home in town. Mrs. W, D. Col-1gram and son John of Willowdale, spent, the holidays at the home of her parents, C. S. and Mrs. Blackhall Mrs. Dorothy' McTavish of Toronto and Mrs. Lila Hammond of Guelph, snent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs.. W, E, Hammond, Mr. and Mrs. Alby Robinson and daughter, Miss Margaret of Wood- stock, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. John. W. Hanna. Mr. and Mrs: Morley Kirkland and two children from Fort Erie, spent a. few days with Mrs. Kirkland's par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Reid. Master Neil McLean of Toronto who has been visiting with his grand- mother, Mrs. T. J. McLean for the past two weeks, returned home on Sat- urday. Mrs. A. D. MacWilliam and daugh- ter Sally Lu were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. J. MacWilliam over the week-end, Mr. J. MacWilliam return- ed with them for a visit. Mr. Vic Wilson and Mrs. S. John- ston, of Toronto, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. T. Robertson. Mrs. Wilson who has been visiting here returned home with them. . Spr. Harvey Edgar of Petawawa, spent the week-end at the home of his parents, Mr: and Mrs. Arthur Edgar. ()trier guests at this home were Mrs. Chas. Johnston and Marilyn of Brant- ford. Scott Reid who has recently been posted from R.C.A.F. Manning Depot at Lachine, Quebec, to the R.C.A.F. Radio Mechanics course at McGill University, Montreal, spent a brief holiday with his parents. Visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Deyell over the holiday were: Mrs. J J, McNevin, Master George and Mr. Cranson of Dundas; Mr. and Mrs. Alex McNevin of God- erich; and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Swan and Betty of Bervie. OBITUARY Mrs. Alba Atcheson and young son, London, are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gallagher. Mr. George Harris who is now sta- tioned at Trenton ,spent last week-end with his wife and other friends here. Mrs. G A. Weaning, Mrs. M. Den- ny, Mrs. H. Waller, Mrs. J. Sangster and Mrs. D. S. MacNaughton attend- ed the District Annual Women's In- stitute meeting 'at Brussels Tuesday of last week. Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Edgar, Ford- wich, were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. Vern Denny. Mr and Mrs. Norman Brandon and daughter Norma, Toronto, were holi- day guests of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stocks. Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Wells, Toronto, were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Wearring and other friends. Mrs. M. Muir of the 10th line, also her son, Mr. Norman Muir who is now stationed at London, were Sun- day guests of Mrs. J. Lovell. Holiday guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Rann were Dr. W. A. and Mrs. Spence, Toronto, also Mr. and Mrs. Alkin Rann and children of Brussels. Jack Rann of the Canadian Navy is also visiting his grandparents, being on furlough. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Magee and baby son, John, were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Petrie, Belgrave, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Hooper. Mr. and'Mrs. N. T. MeLaughlin and son, Jack, Wingham, called on second line friends on Sunday. ,. Miss Neil of Toronto, was a week- end guest of her sister, Mrs. W. A. Sawtell and Mrs. Sawtell. An enjoyable dance was held at the Douglas chool on Friday night. New Rector Will Preach Rev. E. M. Caldwell of Dundalk, is the newly appointed rector of Ford- wich, Gorrie and Wroxeter parish of the Anglican church and will take charge of the services on June 7th. On Sunday next, Mr, Bamford of Listowel of Listowel, will preach. Mr. Wells, a student from Huron College, London, has taken charge since Rev. J. L. Ball enlisted, Women's Institute The June meeting of the W. I. will be held at the home of Mrs. J. Sang- ster on Thursday, June 4th, at 3 p.m, Mrs. Denny will have charge of Cur- Mr. and Mrs. Dynes Campbell, 10th con., spent,Sunday evening with her grandmother, Mrs. John Johnston, Sr., at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Al- bert Campbell, near Amberley. Miss Jean Nelson, Toronto, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nelson, near Kintail. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Cameron, 10th con., motored to Lanark and Perth Countys on Friday to visit With their relatives for a few days. Customer: But if you are 'selling these watches below cost, where does the profit come in? Dealer: We:make our profit repair- ing them. GORRIE Mrs: Pyke has returned to her, home in Toronto after visiting her friend, Mrs. R. G. Dane. Mrs. Heinmiller and daughter Miss Ruth, of Chesley, attended the gradu- ation erercises of her daughter, 'Miss Dorothy from Toronto 'General Hos pital, held in that city on. Thursday last. Mr. and Mrs J. B. Wylie and family of Leaside, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs John Wylie. Dr. W. J .Ross of Kitchener, spent a few days last week with his mother, 'Mrs. Ross. Mrs. McPherson and baby daughter of Hamilton, visited her mother, (Mrs. Heinmiller last week. Mr. Keith Watson and Miss Jean Ferrier, Fergus, spent Sunday with his parents, Mt. and Mrs. M. Watson. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Cathers and baby, Fort Erie, spent the holidays with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. D. were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Cathers, Mr. and Mrs, Opperthauscr, Elmira, G. E roster, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Reddon and son of Mildtnay, spent Monday with Mr, and ,Mrs, Percy Ashton, Mr. and Mrs, J, H. Xing and Miss Jean, Toronto, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs, Chas. Xing. Those attending• the East Huron In- stitute Convbrition held in Brussels last week were:, Mesdames E. Sparl- ing, C. t, Gregg, S. G. Rabic and V. Sheri' Mrs, Russel Adams and little dau. ghter Helen Ann, spent "Tuesday last with her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. James J. Allen At Owen Sound Hospital, following a three days illness there passed into the great beyond a highly esteemed young business man of Wroxeter in the person of James J. Allen. Mr. Allen who was in his 36th year, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Allen, was born in Wroxeter, attended public and continuation school, later becoming associated with his uncle, Mr. T. G. Hemphill, in the milling bus- iness. Eleven years ago he was mar- ried to Mable Ross of Gorrie, who with two children, Jimmie and Marjorie, survive, also his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Allen and one brother, Harry of Brussels. Deceased was a past master of For- est Lodge A. F. & A. M. and gave his support to any worthwhile effort in the community, where he will be greatly missed. A private funeral was held from his late residence on Wednesday afternoon with Rev. J. L. Foster of the United church in charge, Interment was made in Wroxeter cemetery. Mrs. Margaret Hill The death of a former Wingham resident, Mrs. Margaret Hill, occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. E. (Arlie) Jamieson, of 40 Roselyn avenue, Grosse Point Shores, Detroit, on May 12. A number of years ago Mr. Hill conducted a restaurant and pop works here. Besides her daugh- ter she is survived by a son, Percival Howard Hill of Saskatoon, Sask. The cremated remains were deposited in Walkerton Cemetery on Saturday af- ternoon. Mrs, AleXarider Munroe At the family residence on' Tuesday of last week the death took place of a dearly beloved life long citizen of Wroxeter in person of Mrs, Alexander Munroe, For the past six years Mrs, Munroe has been an invalid and het cheerful patience throughout a long illness was an inspiration to all who knew her. The late Mrs, Munroe, formerly San, cot Allen, was in her '71st year. A member of the Presbyterian and- later the 'United Church, also or the Miss, lonary Society and when in better health Was a faithful attendant, She was always willing to support any worthy effort in the community and a rent Events, roll call an exchange of 1 roots and plants, Topic, School Beauti- fication, .1.1y Mrs, J, Adams, Mrs, Wearring will, be in ,charge of the mils- ic period, Mrs, V. Denny will assist the hostess at the tea hour. Women's Missionary Society Mrs. A. J. Sanderson had charge of the May meeting of W. M. S. which was held at the home of Mrs, G. A. Wearring. The meeting was opened with a short prayer by the leader, fol. lowed by the, hymn "Take time to be Holy". Mrs. Sanderson read an article concerning true repentance and the Confession was repeated in unison. Scripture reading was taken from 2nd Kings chapter 3. Then followed a reading stressing the preparing 61 our- selves for the difficulties that arise, Mrs. Sherk contributed an interesting article "China pays in blood", I3reath on me breath of God was sung. Dur- ing the business period it was announ- ced the bale will be shipped early in June. Donations will be gratefully re- ceived and may be hit at Mr. R, J. •Rann's store. Mrs. J Douglas donated a quilt which the members are asked to help quilt in the church basement this week. Mrs, Ruttan of Gorrie, was present and gave a very fine summary of the recent Presbyterial held at Clin, ton, among the many highlights she stressed the work among the Orientals of Canada. A short talk on peace by Mrs. Sanderson was followed by the hymn Zions King shall reign victor- ious. The meeting closed with the mizpah benediction. Canadian Girls In Training The May meeting of the C. G. I. T. was held on Thursday evening last at the home of Mrs. A. Meighen. Fran- ces Wylie presided and opened with the hymn Saviour breathe an evening blessing. The purpose and prayer were repeated, and the scripture lesson was read by Alice Howes from Matt. 7:1-8. Helen Sawtell had charge of the topic "The life of a missionary, Mr. MacDonald". The hymn, I am thine 0 Lord was sung. There was some discussion on the -bazaar which is to be held on Saturday afternoon, May 30th at which members of the Women's Institute are lending their support to the C. G. I. T. group. The meeting closed with the National An- them. Mr. and Mrs. Laurie Vanvelsor of Hamilton, also Miss Rona Vanvelsor of Weston, spent the week-nd with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Vanvelsor. Mrs. Albert Gallagher is still quite ill at her home, Her many friends hope for an improvement soon. ASHFIELD McFarland at Brussels. Dr, and Mrs, Ramage of Vineland, spent a couple of days renewing acquaintances here this week. Mr. and Mrs. Jas, Vittie and daugh- ter Joan, also Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Vittie of near , Welland, spent the week-end with relatives here Mr. and Mrs. Alex Hastie and daughters, also Mrs. Hastie Sr., of Toronto, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hastie. Mr. and Mrs. Perce Cohner, Tor- onto, were holiday guests with her parents, Atr. and Mrs. Ernest King Mrs. Agnes Earls spent the week- end with her daughter, Mr, and Mrs. T. J. McDonald aat Molesworth, Will Not Hold Annual Garden Party A Goodly number attended the reg- ular Women's Auxiliary meeting last Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Norman Wade. A quilt was quilted during the afternoon for the Annual Bale also part of another piec- ed for Red Cross, The devotional period was conducted by Mrs. Holmes, the president and roll call answered with a thought or verse on Whitsun- tide. It was decided to not have a Garden Party this year, as in the past two years, but to collect instead. A social half hour was spent while all enjoyed a dainty lunch served by the hostess. EAST HURON W. I. ANNUAL MEETING Miss Mary A. Clarke, Supterintendent of Women's Institutes, Was Guest Speaker The 40th annual meeting of the East Huron Women's Institute was held in the Public Library, Brussels, with an attendance of 58. Mrs. F. C. Demerling, Fordwich, district presi- dent, presided. The morning session opened with the singing of the Institute Ode and the repeating of the Lord'S Pr9ayer. The minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary-treasurer, Mrs. John Speir, Brussels, who also gave the financial reports and report of the various activities of the "seven branch- es. A letter was read in regard to jam making. It was decided to send a donation of $25 to aid in the work. Mrs. Bert Hemingway was appointed director from the district to the Hur- on County Federation of Agriculture. A report from Miss Durnin, county home economics coach, was read by Mrs. John Speir and showed that the Juniors are receiving much benefit from their undertakings. East Huron has eight clubS. Mrs. Leslie Lake, Ethel, with Mrs. George Evans as pianist, led the gath- ering in a sing-song. Some of the reports of the standing committees were given and many good suggestions were offered. Reports were tendered by: health and child welfare, Mrs. Tom -Wilson, Fordwich; legislation, Mrs,- Glen ,Johnston, Gar- rie; agriculture and Canadian frail- tries, Mrs. Jas, Bremner, Brussels; home economics; Miss Olive Seat‘ of Bluevale; historical research and on- rent events, Mrs. J, H. Smith, ItItu vale; Canadianization, Mrs. Everett Sparling, Gorrie; peace and interrat, ional relations, Mrs. Bert Hemingway,. Brussels. The secretary read the minutes of the district directorate meeting held. in Ethel. Officers Elected The election of officers took plum with the following being elected:. presi- dent, Mrs. F. C. Demerling; 1st vice-- president, Miss Olive Scott; 2nd vice-- president, Mrs. G. A. Wearring; secre- tary-treasurer, Mrs. John G. Speirr auditors, Mrs. Walter Scott and. Mrs. Clarke Matheson; FederatiOry sentative, Mrs. Harold Speir; alternate,. Mrs. F. C. Demerling. The conveners of standing ceem-maa- fees for next year were appointed as, follows: Citizenship, Mrs, Glennjohn-- ston, Gorrie; Home Economies,, Mrs.... Robert Gibson, Fordwich; Historical. Research, Mrs. J. H. Smith,. Bluevaler Agriculture and Canadian. Industries,. Mrs. James Bremner, Brussels;. Social Welfare, Mrs. Stanley Wheeler, R. R. Ethel; War Work, Mrs. Everett Sparl-. ing, Gorrie; Publicity, Mrs. Joins G. Spier. Mrs. H. Spcir of the Majestic r.mer5- tute gave the address of welcome ol'ir-- ing the afternoon session. Mrs. Stew- art McNaughton gave the reply_ Mrs,- Victor Shera then gave the war weak: report which was followed by a solo, by Miss Minnie McElwain, Fordwieb.. The relief and community activities-re- port was presented by Mrs. Stanley Wheeler. Mrs. P. C. Demerling, dis- trict president, gave an address dealing:_ mainly with a report of the provincial: board meeting. Mrs. Demerling introduced The- guest speaker, Miss Mary A. Clarke, superintendent of Women's Institutes„ who dealt with the co-operation. pro- gram. It was decided that 9..talcix" zIg• the most of vegetables," would be the choice, the class to be held in Porde-. wich in September and October- Miss Clarke then gave an- talk on Institute work. Worm-aa's Institutes have been organized. Egr 45 years—lived through wars and peace,,, good times and depressions and will. surely survive to contribute to a perm- anent peace after this war. The In- stitute has contributed to the' well,- being of the individual, the home anat,'. the country. She urged the members,. to continue their support of the Insti.- tute in every way possible. Jean Matheson and Audrey David- son delighted the audience with. a.. dancing number. The collection was taken. after: the singing of the National' Anthem:: brought the meeting to a close.,. The ladies of the Majestic Institute-' then served a splendid lunch and social 'time was enjoyed. Save Money By Prepayin 4 0k : E; Town of Wingham 1942 Taxes. Taxpayers may make payments on account of 1942 taxes up to 90 per cent, of 1941 taxes. Interest at the rate of Five per cent. per an- num will be allowed on such prepayinents. Prepayments of taxes must be made at the Town Treasurer's Office, Town Hall. W. A. GALBRAITH, Treasurer, Town of Wingharn.