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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1942-07-09, Page 5WEDDINGS Russell Graham A lovely wedding was held at the home of the groom's sister, Mrs. W. A. ,McKibbon, Wingham, at 4 o'clock, on Tuesday afternoon, June 30th, when Miss Mary Graham, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. F. R. Graham of Estevan, Saslc., became the bride. of Sergeant Observer James Russell, R. C.A.F., son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Russell, Wingham. Rev. C. H. Mc- Donald of Lucknow officiated assisted by Rev. Kenneth MacLean of Wing- hard. The ceremony had a garden setting with the wedding party stand- ing in front of a rose arbour between tall standards of blue delphinium, white lilies and red roses. The bride, given in marriage by her father, was very beautiful in a large white hat,, heaven blue silk suit with applique on jacket of the same material. Her corsage was Dream roses. Miss Pat- ricia Graham was her sister's brides- maid. She wore a small pale blue hat to harmonize with her two-piece dress, the jacket embroidered in pastel tones. Her corsage was Talisman roses. The best man was Mr. Ed- ward Graham, brother of the bride. Miss Marion McDonald, Lucknow, played the wedding march from Lohengrin and Miss Helen McDonald sang "Loves Coronation" while the register was being signed. • A reception was held following the ceremony. The bride's mother wore a gow.n of rose sheer with large white hat. The groom's mother wore a rid- ingote of powder blue sheer with flowered hat 'in harmonizing tones. Mrs. Kenneth MacLean, and Mrs. J. W. McKibbon poured tea. The re- ception ' table 'Was very attractive centred with the bride's cake set in a bed of pale pink 'roses. • For travelling. the bride donned a flowered green and white silk jersey dress with matching accessories. Mr. and Mrs. Russell are -spending their YOUR SUMMER H. Final Clearance Summer Millinery Take advantage of this very special offer when you still have many more weeks ahead to wear them. SPECIAL TABLES $3.50 to $4.98 Values for $2.50 to $2.98 Values for $1.98 Values for $1.69 • $1.39 $1.00 CHILDREN'S HATS }pelts and Straws $1.49 to $1.59 Values for $1.00 WALKER STORES, EIMITED "The Store Where, Lower Prices-Prevail" Telephone 36 Wingham, Ont. Jeffery Hendry (Teeswater News) A pretty wedding took place at the home of Mrs. B, Hendry, Teeswater, on Monday, June 29th, when Jean Fraser, daughter of Mrs. B. Hendry and the late Mr. Hendry, was' united in marriage to Stephen E, Jeffrey, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Jeffrey of Teeswater. Rev. R ,N. Stewart perfornied the ceremony in a setting of delphinium and Madonna lillies and summer flow- ers. The bride wore a strect-length dress of pastel blue crepe with corsage of Johanna Hill roses. Later Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey left for a Georgian' Bay boat trip. They will reside in Virginiatown, Northern Ontario. Bushell - Cameron A pretty summer wedding was sol- emnized in the Lucknow United Church when Pearl Arabelle Cameron, only daugper of Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Cameron, of Lucknow, became the bride of Nelson E. Bushell, of Luck- now. Rev. J. W. Stewart officiated. The wedding music was played by Mrs. G. A. Newton, and Mrs. J. W. Joynt was soloist. The bride wore a floor-length gown of rose leaf pattern- ed lace over satin, with white tulle illusion veil falling from a tiara of seed pearls to the waistline. She car- ried a bouquet of white Killarney roses and stephenotis. Mrs. Harold Lottan, of Appin, matron of honor, was gowned in floor-length pale green moire. The' bridesmaids, Miss Lela Leggatt, of Wingham, and Miss Helen McKellar, of Alvinston, wore gowns of pale mauve and pale blue net. Harold Lottan, of Appin, was groomsman, and the ushers were Bert Mathers, .of Wingham, and Stewart Taylor, of Clinton. A reception was held in the I. 0. 0. F. Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Bushell left for Tor- onto. From there they go by plane to Montreal and Quebec. For traveling, the bride wore a navy sheer ensemble. They will make their home in Luck- now. OBITUARY Mr. Lewis Jewitt The death Of Mr. Lewis Jewitt oc- curred early Wednesday morning, June 30th, at his late residence on Frances Street, following a lingering illness. The deceased was confined to his bed for the last four weeks. Excepting for the past five years in Wingham, Mr. Dewitt lived on conces- sion 2, Morris township, on the farm cleared by his grandfather and father. He was a member of Ebenezer Meth- odist Church for over fifty years and later a member of Wingham United Church. He served in the work of the Sunday School, the church and the choir from early manhood until he retired to Wingham. The late Mr. Jewitt VAS in his seventy-fourth year. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Jewitt, form- erly of Brussels. One brother, Rev. George Jewitt, and four sisters, Maria (Mrs. John Wilkinson); Caroline (Mrs. Ross Stubbs); Clara (Mrs. William Hall) and Alice, predeceased him, One brother, Reuben of Kin- caid, Sask„ survives. Besides his wife, the former Eliza- beth Robinson, he leaves one daughter, Mildred (Mrs. Thomas Waddell) of Newton, Ont, His soon Harold Lew- is passed away eighteen years ago, November 15, 1924. There are six grandchildren, Sergeant Charles Jew- itt of the c.m.s.c. who accompanied the Canadian contingent to Hong Kong; Staff-Sergeant William Jewitt of the C.M.S.C4 Arlene and Norali, of London, Ont, and. Wilfred and Viviat Waddell. The funeral was held from the resi- dence on Friday afternoon, July 3r'cl. Rev. W. A. Beecroft assisted by Rev. E. 0. Gallagher conducted the sere-. ices at the home and the graVeSide, Interment was in the Wingham Cern.: etery. The pall bearers were six nephews: Rev, M. C. Parr; Elgin Johnston, William Dewitt, Wilbur Jew, itt, Roy Hall and Stanley Hall. Mrs. Sohn Connell Mrs, Jennie Brown ,Counell, Clifford, widow of the late John Connell, pssed away in her 86th year. She w ,iborn viii tholonse where she died, Her father, 'the We Francis Brown, Was the first settler iii Clifford in OA He established the first post be in distress, but also practically the entire cast. Helping With The Haying The Businessmen in Gorrie have rallied to the call for help with the farmers and each one who can reason- able leave his shop has taken his •fork and is away. There are a few more who are willing to go if the need arises. Fell Off Wagon Injured We ,are sorry to report the accident of Mr. Percy Ashton who fell back of the wagon when the trip rope broke while taking off a load of hay in his barn 'last Monday evening. Mr. Ash- ton lit on his head knocking him un- conscious. He is confined to his home with a slight concussion, broken shoulder, a couple of cracked ribs and badly shaken tip. We trust he will soon be feeling much easier. The Women's Institute will be held at the home of Mrs. J. M. Hutchison's on Wednesday, June 15. Please note the change in date. As their guests they will have the girls of the com- munity for which a special program is being planned. Roll Call - My worse baking failure. /Mrs. R. H. Stephens is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Stephensat Mid- land. Mrs. Stanley, Ripley is the guest of her sister, Mrs. L. N. Whitley and Dr. Whitley. Pte. Jack Musgrove, London, and Pte, Joe Tarngey, Chatham, spent the week-end with their mothers here. Williard Michel who is with the R. C.N.V,R,, in Toronto, spent the week- end with his brother, Mr. and Mrs. Cloyne Michel. Mr. Brown Sr., Elora, is visiting his son, Mr. Gordon Brown and Mrs. Brown. Mr. Mervin Stephens is attending Summer School in Orillia. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. King, Toronto, spent the holiday with his mother, Mrs, Chas. King. Master .Ronald Short Iyho,has spent the past two weeks 'with his gratid- mother, Mrs. Aatng0.ati Other rel- atives, returned to his home in Fergus, Sunday. Miss Smith, Brussels; and Miss Dor- is Sample, visited on Monday with Saturday Shopping Hours: 8.30 a.m. to 11.00 p.m. Walker Stores, Limited "The Store Where Lower Prices Prevail" Telephone 36. Wingham, Ont. We were very fortunate in being able to secure another shipment of these full-fashioned rayon hose, seconds of one of our most popular lines, priced at a saving to you. The imperfections are carefully repaired. New summery shades from which to choose-sizes 9 to 10y2. 59c Pair 2 pairs $1.15 Extra Values SHEER • .:SUMMERY RAYON HOSE MEN and WOMEN There is a War Job Waiting for You in LONDON-KITCHENER DISTRICT FREE TRAINING- SUBSISTENCE PAID WHILE TRAINING- JOB ASSURED- Write or Call: Mr, W. A. McWilliams, Director War Training Classes, Beal Technical School, London, Ontario. or Mr. Prederick Pugh, Director K-W Vocation- al School, Kitchener, Ont,, for Immediate Enrollment, or •for Special Coures write to Mr. T. H. Scott, Field Representative, Hotel London, London, Ontario. We conform to Orders-in-Council respecting age and military Status. The Dominion. Provincial War. Training Program Pi ovinco of Ontorl0 Thursday:. July 9th„ 1942. WINGHAm ' ADVANCE.,TIME$ PAGE VIVO: carried a bouquet of pink roses and p miniature camellias, She was attended by her cousin, Mrs. Frank Yeo, wear- ing a beige gown with snatching bat and carrying a bouquet of yellow roses, Mr. Stanley Todd was grooms- man .for his brother. Miss Eileen Bogie presided at the organ. Following a reception and wedding breakfast, at the home of Mr, and Mrs. William Jewell, the couple left for Northern Ontario, the bride travelling in a British tan ensemble with brown felt hat and ran accessories, Upon their, return, Mr, and Mrs, Todd will live in Stratford, 0 wedding holiday at Bruce Beach. Guests from a distance were Dr. and Mrs. F. R. Graham, who motored East from Saskatchewan for the wed- ding, bringing Mrs. C. B. Jack, sister of the bride, of Moose Jaw, Sask.; Miss Rita Bernier, Toronto, and Miss Isabel Russell, Victor, B. C., sister of the groom. Griffith - Robertson A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized at the Presbyterian Manse, Atwood, at 3 o'clock, Wednesday, July 1st, when Jean Lauretta, only daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Win. N. Robert- son of Thluevale, was united in mar- riage with George Allan Griffith, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Griffith, of Wroxeter. Rev. J. R. Greig, At- wood, officiated. The bride was beautifully gowned in petal pink jersey, with white acces- sories, and carried a shower bouquet of Sweetheart roses, orange blossoms, and maiden-hair fern, and wore a gift from the groom, a gold wrist watch. They were unattended. Following the ceremony the bridal couple returned to the bride's home were a dainty tea was served to im- mediate relatives. Roses, delphiniums, and orange 'blossoms decorated the dining-room with streamers of pint? and white. The table being centred with the bride's cake, ,which was on the same plate her grandmother Abram's wedding cake was on seventy years ago. Mid showers of confetti, Mr. and Mrs. Griffith left on a motor trip, the bride travelling in a blue floral crepe dress with white accessories. On their return they will reside on the groom's farm on the 6th of Howick. Casemore MacCallum ,Parker Street United Church was the setting Tuesday .afternoon, June 30th for the marriage of Miss Marg- aret Lindsaw MatCalluni, St. Marys, daughter of Mrs. MacCallum and the late Rev. R. MacCallum, Lucknow, to Mr. George Oscar Casernore, Strat- ford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Case- more, Wingham. Rev. J. N. Gould officiated, and Mr. Douglas Richard- son, Sarnia, presided at the organ. The bride wore a princess gown of Aqua Blue Crepe and carried Roses, For- get-me-nots' and white heather. Miss Helen Whetstone, her attendant, wore navy crepe and carried yellow roses and forget-me-nots. Mr. Arthur Sweeney, Hamilton, was the grooms- man. Later the bride and groom left for a trip to Muskoka. Upon their return they will reside at Stratford where Mr. Casemore has been employed as super- intendent of SilverWoodis Creamery. Todd Hogarth The marriage •of Miss Effie Bernice Hogarth, daughter of Mrs, Effie Ho- gartli, Godorich, to Mr, Arnold Neely Todd, Stratford, son of Mr, and Mrs. David Todd, St. Helens, was solemn- ized on Tuesday morning June Nth, at 10.00 o'clock in Knox Presbyterian Church, Goderich, by Rev. D. J. Lane. Escorted to' the altar 10,,ber Mr. William 'Jewell, the,,bilde worn a graCert# r kg,roito,n blue frock of silk jersey;small frtieihat with veil and' CLINTON. MAYOR HEADS FIURON COUNTY COMMITTEE At the request of the Minister of Finance the Hon, J, Ilsleh Mr. Mc- Murray has been appointed Chairman of the National War Finance Commit- tee of the CoUnty of Haron. This Committee has the very important task of securing the financial require- ments of the Government in our war effort through the sale of War Sav- ings Stamps and Certificates, as well as Victory .Bonds, Mayor A. J. McM'urray Clinton, Ontario Mr. McMurray, besides being May- or of Clinton, has just completed a most successful Red Cross campaign in his own Town. He is Chairman of Clinton's Salvage Committee and is Treasurer and General Manager of the Clinton Spring Show. After twenty- eight years' service with the Inter- national Harvester Company he is quite conversant , with the work of organization. At present he is busily engaged in organizing the various municipalities of Huron for this very important work. Headquarters for the Huron County Campaign have been opened in Clin- ton. Mr. H. C. MacJ.ean is Chairman of this devision and Mr. Frank R. How- son is Chairman for Wingham, office, hotel and sawmill. The deceased who was quite active tip until death could still vividly re- call the early pioneer days of Clifford. She is survived by three sons and two daughters, Frank, of Brandon, Man., John and Harvey, of Toronto, Mi.s. R. E. Davis, of Clifford, and Mrs. James Hamilton, of Alberta, one brother, Harvey, of New Liskeard, and one sister, Miss P. Brown, of Clifford. The funeral was held from the home of her son-in-law, R. E. Davis, with inter- ment in the family plot, Clifford. Serv- ices were conducted by Rev. W. Hig- ginson, of the Anglican Church of which the deceased was a charter member. Mrs. Wm. S. King , Following an illness of about four months, early Thursday morning, July 2nd, Mrs. Wm. S. King passed away at her home 12th Concession of Turn- berry. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McKinney, of Bluevale. She was the last surviv- ing member of the family. She was in her 82nd year. In 1888' she was mar- ried to Win. S. King who predeceased her June 23rd 1941. During her ill- ness she was cheerful and always try- ing to do kindness to others. Her disposition was admired during her suffering and she will be greatly mis- sed as a loving mother and kind neigh- bour. She has lived in the community almost 50 years. She leaves to mourn her passing 'two sons and three daughters and seven grandchildren, Ross of Turn- berry; Percy, of the hoMestead; Stella (Mrs. Wm, R. Davidson), ' Hensall; Sadie (Mrs. Stuart McBurney), and Lavina (Mrs. Alex Leaver) of Wa- wanosh. The funeral services were conduc- ted by Rev. W. A, Beecroft of the United Church of which Mrs. King was a member, on Saturday, July 4th, from the residence of her son Percy. Burial took place in Wingham Cem- etery. The pallbearers were five nephews, Harvey Messer, Gordon Messer, El- don 'McKinney, Win. McKinney, Rus- sel McKinney and a grandson Allan Davidson, Flower bearers, all neph- ews, Lyle McKinney, Archie McKin- neY, Charlie Messer, Frank Sharpe, Charlie Borman, Raymond Elliott. Friends who attended the funeral from a distance; Mr. and Mrs. John Xing, Ethel and Mr. and Mrs, Eldon McKinney and Mr. and Mrs, Prank Sharpe, Mrs. Sarah McKinney, Rus- sel ,:MeKirincy, Charlie Messer 'and Harvey Messer ,all of Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Archie McKinney, Mt; and Mrs, Lyle McKinney of Leamington; Mrs, Ceeil Griffith, Brampton; Mr. and Mrs. Allan gersey, SeafOrth; and Mrs. Horace nedwell, of Atwood; Mr, and Mrs. Allan Davidson, of Lou. don. 1,,"-ItIro•0,1,111,4 10,t111411, Mrs Martin 'Qraeby The death occurred on Sunday, July 5th, of Mrs, Martin Grasby, at her hone in Morris Towitship in her year. The deceased, whose maiden name was Catharine A, Dunbar, was the daughter of the late David A, Dun- bar and Agnes Halliday of East Wa- wa-nosh, Following her marriage $0 yea7rs ago she came with her husband to. Morris where she has since resided.: She was a faithful member of Knox United Church, Belgrave. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn three daughters, Helen, Mrs. George. Martin, Morris; Anna, Mrs. Cecil Armstrong; Kitchener; and Marj- orie, Mrs, Jas, R. Coultes„ Belgrave, also one brother Joseph, of East Wa- wanosh, One brother William prede- ceased her two years ago. The funeral was held from her late residence on Tuesday afternoon, July 7th to Brandon Cemetery, Belgrave, Rev, Geo. H. Dunlop officiating. The pallbearers were Herb, Wheeler, Jas. Michie, Norman Walsh, Gordon Walsh, Wm. Nethery anu Hugh Campbell, Mrs. John E. Swartz A former Wingham resident, Mrs. Sarah Louise Knox Swartz, widow of the late John E. Swartz of Wingham, passed on in Toronto on Wednesday morning, July 1st. Mrs, Swartz was well known here as for many years Mr. Swartz operated the Queens Hotel. The sympathy of this com- munity goes out to the bereaved family, She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Maye Johnston of Toronto; Mrs. A. J. Busch of Evanston, Ill.; Mrs. G. M. Counter of Clinton, and Mrs. R. H. King of Montreal. The funeral service was held in St. Paul's Anglican Church, Clinton, on Friday afternoon and burial took place in Wingham Cemetery. GORRIE Red Cross Shipment The Red Cross parcels packed July 3rd included-Seamen's comforts: 6 T-neck sweaters, 4 V-neck sweaters, 8 T-neck tuckins, 21 pr. mitt's, 3 rib- bed helmets, 1 scarf, 4 pr. socks, 1 pr. seaboots, 4 pr. seamen's stockings and 1 pr. 18" socks. Hospital supplies: 7 pr. pyjamas, 1 extra coat, 2 pr. extra pants, 72 gauze It' dkfs., 4 personal pro- perty bags, 1 wash cloth. Army and Airforce: 85 khaki h'dkfs., 1 V-neck sweater, 6 pr. socks, 4 scarfs. Br. Civilian comforts: 15 quilts, 20 diapers, 25 sanitary pads, 1 child's dress, 2 child's gowns, 1 mother's gown, 1 girls pyjamas, 12 boys shirts and 1 com- plete layette. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Hutchison and sons Hugh and Mack, attended the campbell Re-union in Moorefield Park on Thursday last. Mr. Michel of Goderich spent a few days last week with his son, Mr. and Mrs. Cloyne Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Mundell and lit- tle son Dan, spent a couple of days last week in London visiting relatives. Miss Bessie Wylie, Toronto, is spending her vacation with her mother, Mrs. John Wylie. Mr. and Mrs. Bolton, Clare and Maxine, London, spent a couple of days last week with Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Edgar. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Hill, Alex and Maxine of Moorefield, spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. J, T. Shera. Little Miss Jean Hobbs, Preston is spending this week with her grand- father, Mr, Jesse Harrison. Several were priviledged to hear Sgt. Jack Newton over the Beaver Club Broadcast on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Miller, Detroit, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. A, Miller. Sgt. 1. L. Cooper, Tugaska and Sgt. J. Reiger, Regina, who are training at Port Albert with the R.C.A.F., spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs, Vic- tor Shera. Miss Ruth Fydell, Galt, was a week- end guest of her friend, Miss Dorothy Edwards. Bridge Needs Repair Last week another piece of the cement floor in the Gorrie Bridge dropped out which makes the third time this has happened within a short time, and which indicates the cement Must be rotten. We trust the Road Shpt, Goderich will make an efort to have a new floor laid before it causes any serious accident. Successful Garden Party The Garden party held on Tuesday night last lit the school rooms of the United Church was again a success. The tables were nicely decorated and well laden with foods, The play - Damsel's in Distress, which followed was held in the hall, and presented by the Londesboro' "bun People, was well received and each one in the play did a fine lob. The play which has many a laugh is fun from Start to finish and tot only .6 the batntela Western Ontario Motor- ways, Ltd. Bus Service Change of Schedule June 27, 42 Leave Wingham SOUTHBOUND Dly Ex. Sun. & Hol. 7.25 a.m., 12.10 p.m., 3.55 p.m. Sun & Hol. 3.55 p.m. 7.30 p.m. NORTHBOUND To Owen Sound Via Kintardine Dly. Ex. Sun & Hol. 3.10 p.m, 9.30 pan,-B Sun. & Hol. 3.10 p.m, 1 Via Tees 0.40 p.m.-B To Owen Sound rter and Walkerton, Pt, Elgin Dly. Ex. Sun, & 9.30 p.m. Sun. & Hol. - 10.40' p.m. B.-Indicates to Kincardine WAY. P6i further information• call your local Agent, M Johnston Service Station, PhOne, 42. Mrs. J. Armstrong. Mr. Reginald Taylor, Kitchener, visited a couple of days this week with his aunts, Mrs. ihnowlson and Miss. Nora Taylor. Mitchell - Ritchie Pink and white peonies., orange- blossonis, and other beautiful spring flowers formed a lovely setting at St. Stephens Church on Saturday, June 20th for the marriage of Edith Wilma Ritchie, daughter of Mrs. Clara Ritelir- ie ,to Robert George Mitchell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Mitchell of Molesworth. Rev. J. E. Caldwd/ of- ficiated, with Mrs. R. P. Nash, Toron- to, aunt of the bride, presiding at the organ. During the signing of the register, Miss Jean Campbell, Moles-- worth sang, "Because." The 'bride, given in marriage bz5 uncle, Lieut. R., P. Nash, Nortfil wore a lovely gown of white. el-foliatea taffeta with sweetheart neckline,,. bishop sleeves and a long full skirt.... The bridal veil of silk- net, finger-tip . length fell from a halo Readdress. And" for "something borrowed", the bride- wore a string of pearls her only arm- ament. Red roses with bouvardia- formed her arm, bouquet. ,Miss Alice Ritchie, Toronto). as-fierr sister's bridesmaid, was gowned,' lir turquoise blue chenille taffetta Trade on the same lines as the brides with hat to match. She carried talisman. roses. Mr. Bert Elliott, MoleswortIn was best man and the ushers were Bertram Ashton and Donald Camp- bell. The reception was held at the bri'd'es) home, where Mrs. Ritchie, mother of the bride and Mrs. T. Nash, grand- mother of the bride, received the guests. Five girl friends of the bride,, Misses Eleanor Carson, Reita 'Galla- way, Blythe Underwood, Gorrie, Miss Helen Ditchie, Harriston and Miss Georgina McMichael, Wroxeter, serv- ed the guests at the attractively dec- orated tables. The bridal couple left on at motor- trip to Northern Ontario. The bride wore a white crepe tailored frock Witir • beige coat, white hat and aecesories.. They will reside in Molesworth.. Am-- ong the„ gifts received was a cable-. gram from the bride's brother,. Sgt., 1', J. Ritchie in England, extending congratulations and best wishes: