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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-01-28, Page 8PAGE EIGHT ,4744.*71!4600, L.Y.4111Elg rT. Two Shows Saturday Night Thursday, Friday, Saturday, January 28, 29, 30 DOROTHY LAMOUR RICHARD DENNING "Beyond the Blue Horizon" (in. technicolour) Thrills, action, and excitement, in the jungle. Also 'Tuppetoon" "Musical" "News" Matinee Saturday afternoon at 2. 30 p.m. , Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, February 1, 2, 3 — Double Bill — VICTOR McLAGLEN & EDMOND O'BRIEN In "Powder Town" — and — - LEON ERROL & LUPE VELEZ In "Mexican Spitfire Sees a Ghost" 411111111101111111111111 Battery Radio Users If you are not using your battery radio for the want of B Batteries, equip it with a vibrator Power supply.,.. Then the only battery required to operate your set is a 6 volt storage battery. These units can be used on 4, 5, 6, or 7-tube 2-volt radios. Pattison Radio Service Minnie St. Wingham. to Russia fund and will be open .until after next Sunday. The attendance at Both services was small owing to the bad condition of the roads, Men's Club Held First Me'eting The first meeting , of the Men's Club for Bluevale and surrounding district, is arranged for, Wednesday evening, Februaiy 3rd in the school room of the United Church, when James A. Shearer of Clinton, Agricul- tural representative for Huron County will be the guest speaker. There will be other numbers on the program as well as a discussion period. Every man in the community is in- vited to be present. Charlie Johnston-, who has been working -on munitions at Fergus for some time, has been transferred to Woodstock, He will enjoy a short holiday at his home here before taking over his new appointment. Mrs. Lillow has received word that her son L.A.C* John M. Lillow, R.C. A.F. in training, at Moncton, , New Brunswick, has had a bone in his ankle broken. Spence McKinnon of the Bank of Commerce staff at Waterloo has re- tUrned to his duties after a:three week holiday at his home here. The plane which made a forced landing two weeks ago in a field on the farm of James Elliott, 4th conces- sion of Turnberry, has been wrecked PHONE 161.• — AT — Smith dainomy Food Store YORK FROSTED FOODS — Fast-Frozen Fruits and Vegetables ASPARAGUS TIPS ... 36c pkg. SLICED PEACHES „ 25c pkg, GREEN PEAS 24c pkg. BLUEBERRIES 26c pkg. WH OLE CUT WAX BEANS 24c pkg. STRAWBERRIES , 32c pkg. CUT GREEN BEANS 24c pkg. WHOLE CORN-ON.COB ..... .„.. 17c pkg. RASPBERRIES ., . 32e pkg. PEAS '& CARROTS 24c pkg, PITTED CHERRIES 32e pkg. WHOLE KERNEL PITTED PIE CORN . . ... ...... ..... 24c pkg. 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SUNK/ST ORANGES doz. 39c WAXED TURN/PS lb. 2e COOKING ONIONS 4 %a, 26e 141C0RIDA tULERY HEARTS buneft ICEBERG AMU, LETTUCE head 14C FIRMRIPE TOMATOES lb. 27e LARGE CHOICE LEMONS 4 for 15o =MESS GRAPEPRUIt 4 for 28e APPLES - POTATOES - CABBAGE GRAPES SPANISH ONIONS WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, January 28, 1943 Procter, The Ladies' 'Guild report faminimiummovaimmins was given (1?y Mrs. Robert McCrea, The officers were elected as fellows: Wardens Rector's Warden, Cooper Nethery; People's warden, William Drrigesi Lay delegate, Cooper Neth- ery; Substitute, William lirydges; Vestry Clerk, Ale); MeBurney; Treas- Group 1—Silks in New Pastel Shades, Navies Blacks — sizes 14 to 44 One Sale .... $2.69 Group 2—Better Dresses in Wools, Two -piece silks and crepes — `to $9,75. On Sale China. Mrs. joint Craig led in prayer and Mrs. A, E. Purdon gave a paper on, Establishing the Kingdom of God, The meeting closed with prayer by the president, The annual meeting of the Presbyterian Church will be held on Thursday. Mrs. David Kennedy has been in bed for, the past week and under the Doctor's care, Pte. Donald Ross, who has beep sta- tioned at Stratford, spent the past reel:-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ross. Donald expects to be moved to a new camp this week, Mrs. Aidin Purdon who has been ill during the past few weeks, went to town on Thursday last so as to be mar medical care, Miss Ruth Moore is visiting with her sister, Mrs. Basil Thompson of Caleclon. Mr. Joe Tiffin has been very ill 'dur- ing the past week-end, Miss ,Ada Dow has been laid up with an attack of mumps, lvfiss Veronica St, Marie, who has been visiting with Toronto friends, is now at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs, Jas. St. Marie. The January meeting of the Wo- men's Institute has been cancelled and the regular monthly meeting will be held in February. with Rev. A. H. Wilson speaking on The New Year's Objective, and the annual meeting of the Red Cross Society of this district will also be held at that time. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Laidlaw received word this week-end that their son, L.A.C, Elroy Laidlaw was in the Mil- itary Hospital ,at -Winnipeg, laid up with a severe cold or flu. The meeting of the Farm Forum group last week, was held at the home of J. D. Beecroft on Monday evening, with an attendance of 22. After hear- ing the broadcast, the groups discus- sed the need of some forpt of Health insurance for all people in Canada. Mrs. J. D. Beecroft gave the talk on "Healtih„pn the March". The recrea- tion period was in charge of Mrs. Cecil Falconer, while Mr. Gordon Elliott was leader for the evening. Lunch was served and a social time enjoyed by all. You are invited to attend your nearest Farm Forum each Monday evening. A Farm Forum was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Wight- man on. Monday evening with 13 pres- ent. Mr. Lawrence Taylor was con- venor for the evening. Their 11 ext meeting will be held at the home of Mr. Frank Thompson., with Frank as convenor, while a new Forum has been started in the Red School Com- munity. These programs and discus- sions prove very interesting and an evening spent studying the common problems of the Canadian people, is a real source of education to all. All are invited to attend their nearest forum. Mr. and Mrs. Ben McClenaghan re- ceived word last week that their son, Trooper Irwin McClenaghan, had saf- ely arrived in England, having his Christmas dinner there. A.C. Doris McClenaghan was trans- ferred from Lethbridge, Alta.., to Riv- ers, Man., one day last week and is expecting to be home on furlough soon. Mrs. Robert Reid,"who has speril the past week at the home of her daugh- ter, Mrs. Jos. Helm of Tiverton, spent the week-end here, returning to Kin- cardine Monday, where Mrs. Helm went through an operation in the hos- pital, with Dr. Hambly, London as noon at 2 p.m. and the W.M.S. will also meet that day. The weekly Farm Forum was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. 'Gordon Elliott on Monday evening, with Mr. Cecil Falconer as convenor for the evening, and with 26 present. After the radio talk, the study groups dis- cussed credit unions in Canada, learn- ing of their nature and origin and their aim to help communities to help themselves, The next meeting will be held at the home of Cecil Falconer with Mr. John Pardon as convenor. A Forum at the home of Mr. Prank Thompson also studied this interesting problem of our country. Their next meeting will. be held at the home of Mr. Leslie Wighttnan, ,with John Tay- lor as Convenor. Mr. Charlie Moore has been in Sarnia for the past two weeks driving a truck at the new synthetic rubber plant, Tice West Group of the White- church Red Cross Society, met at the home of Mrs. John Gillespie on Tues- day and quilted two quilts, urer, Cooper Nethery; Sidemen, Rich- ard Procter, Claire VariCamp, Jack VanCamp, Ralph 7.1.fcCrea, Alex Mc- Burney; auditors, Robert Higgins and Hermon; Nethery, Former Rector Passed On Rev. W, B, Hawkins, a former Rector of Trinity Anglican Church, passed away at his home in Forest, following an illness of several months, About a year ago he suffered a serious heart attack and since that time had been in. failing health. He was Recto tor of Trinity Church for fourteen years, • Sermon. On Life of Dr. Stolz In the United Church on Sunday morning R. G. H. Dunlop gave a sermon, on Life, based on' Dr. Karl Stolz list of the marks of a normal person. These marks are: (1) Engag- ed in a socially useful occupation; (2) Wholesomely related to other per- sons; (3) Honest and capable enough to examine and improve himself; (4) Sympathetic undertstanding of the sit- uation of, others; (5) Cultivates a ten- sion reducer the form of an avocation; (6) A social philosophy of life. In Trinity Anglican Church, Rector, Rev. P. H, Streeter was in charge of the service and spoke on the text, "But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid and :begin- ning to sink, he cried Lord Save Me." Honoured On Birthday Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wheeler were hosts at a family dinner party an Sat- urday evening in honour of Mrs. Cecil Wheeler, who celebrated a birthday. Mrs. Wheeler was presented with two. wall plaques. The evening was spent in cards and other social entertain- ment. Mrs. David Armstrong, is visiting with her sister, Mrs. T. A. Roberts of Fordwich. Citizenship Theme of Meeting The January meeting of the Bel- grave Women's Institute was held at the home of Mrs, Clifford Logan on Monday afternoon with an attendance of 20 ladies. The program was based on Citizenship and the meeting open- ed with the singing of 0 Canada, God Save the King, and The Lord's Prayer. The president, Mrs. Earl Anderson, was in the chair. Minutes of the last meeting were read by Mrs. C. Procter. In the absence of the treasurer, the financial was giVen by Mrs. N. Higgins. $10,00 'was donated to the Russian Relief Fund, Christmas cards were sent to sixteen sick and shut-in members of the community and thanks for miny of these were re- ceived.. The Roll. Call was responded to by naming one duty of a good cit- izen. A report of Red CroSs work done since the last meeting was given by the members. Mrs. A. Manning was in. charge of Current Events.. A cation "finished. No amount of edit- IN WINGHAM IT'S cation in early youth is .sufficient for an intelligent appraisement of the problems that arise from the complex- ity and swiftly changing pace of mod- ern life.' Adults should continue their education .by way lof the press, the radio and the library. Keep up with Current Events so far as they concern our National' Life and in relation to other Nations we should aim to keep our vision a little keener in order to have well informed minds. We should aim to keep our vision a little broader that we shall he moved by the need of others, and we should aim to keep our vision a little more foresighted that we shall have courage to dis- cipline ourselves to act as construc- tively as we ought, thus shall we aim to be loyal citizens .of our country. A recitation was given by Catherine Keating. Lunch• of sandwiches and tea were served by the 'hostess, assisted by Mrs. C. Wade and Mrs. N. Keating. ST. HELENS In spite of unfavourable weather and roads around 100 persons gath- ered in the Hall on Thursday evening to honor two members of the com- munity, The evening was pleasantly spent in social chat, and in dancing to the music provided by local talent. Before lunch Gorden Miller, home on leave from Debert, N. .S., was called BLUEVALE Sunday Services At the morning- service in Knox Presbyterian 'Church, Rev. 0, Fowler had for his subject "Singing at Midnight" from the story of Paul and Silas, when they were in prison, pointing out that it was an evidence of the presence of God. The annual congregational meeting is atinotinced for Friday afternoon, January 29th. Rev, C, Tavener conducted the reg. ular service in the United Church, preashing from the text "The Mantle of Mall fell upon glisha," A collection) was taitett for the relief WHITECHURCH Wedding Bells are ringing. The storm of the past week was very severe in these parts, and all meetings were called off. Bread ran out at the local stores and few braved the trip out for chop until the, latter part of the week. The main roads have only been opened by sleighs and teams so far, and few mail-men have been able to make their rounds since last week. However everyone seem- ed to be well and that was a blessing, and the school children had a three- day holiday. L. A. C. M. Purdon and Mrs. Pur- don, who left last Tuesday to start their trip to Centralia, were forced to leave their car o.n the road to Wing- ham and were storm-stayed in town for a few days until they returned to relatives here. They left on Monday for Centralia. Angus Mowbray surprised the resi- dents of Whitechurch by returning home in uniform one day last week. The High School boys have been dril- ling in the evenings with the 99th Bat- tery. Angus is only thirteen years old, so must be one of the youngest taking drill. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. of the Presbyterian church was held on Thursday last at the home of Mrs. Robert Mowbray with the president, Mrs. Albert Paterson in charge. Mrs. Mowbray read the Scrip- ture lesson and Mrs, Ezra Welwood led in prayer for the missionaries. Mrs. Murray had charge of the topic, and gave a splendid talk on Adversity and its uses and results. Miss Annie Ken- nedy gave a talk on the new life of 12 dozen Ladies and Misses Fur Felts and Newest Style Hats to clear. Sale Price $L29 Shop tariy JANUARY CLEARANCE. OF ALL WINTER COATS Vox, Wolf, Persian Lamb and Squirrel trim- med coats also Mannish Tweed Coats and Slip-on Coats. Sale Prices $14.05 - $11.50 - $10.50 - $28,75 $41.50 These prices mean a saving of /0 per cent. BELGRAVE. Anglican Church Held Annual Meeting Trinity Anglican Church held their annual congregational meeting, ht the church, The rector, it eU.. P, H, Street- er was in charge and opened the tneet. big with prayer, The Minutes of the last annual meeting were read by Alex Mcilurney, The financial statement was given by Robert Procter, The unday School report and financial statement was given by Mrs Richard the Omar selgrove's SMOKE SHOP -- For Magazines, :Tobacco .Smokers Sundries HIGH QUAL/TY-LOW PRICES Complete Eye Comfort Awaits you by wearing geld's Glasses. Banish headaches, see clearly any distance and read or sew With satisfaction, Consult—, R. A. Reid, Rb tl : tVggiaT SPECIALIST I`b` Strattord's Leading Optometrist_ for civet 24 year. At Wingham ()Mee, Williams jewelry Store every Wednesday morn erg 9.30 to 12,00 ribai. Phone 5W for appeirattiertt. surgeon. in which he is growing • to A.C. Clifford Purdon was an inter- The annual meeting will be held in.and it , should continue throughout life. estmg event of Saturday, was made the United Church this Friday after- Adults should never consider their eckt- the recipient of a miscellaneous show- er of gifts. Dick Weatlterhead read the address and Ross McPherson after showering the bride-to-he with con- fetti from an umbrella, made the pres- entation, Margaret was assisted in opening her gifts by Marjory Pardon, Marie Aitchison and Mrs. Gordon Mc- Pherson. After she expressed her thanks and all joined in singing "For She's a Jolly Good' Fellow." Lance-Bombadier Gordon Miller left on Saturday for Debert, N. S, af, ter a three-week leave at his hOrne here. Owing to the illness of Rev. J. A. Ward who is confined to bed with a severe cold, there was no service in the church on Sunday. Mr. Albert Taylof, spent a few clays hi Toronto last week owing to ,the serious illness of Herbert Taylor, who underwent a thyroid operation on. Wednesday. His many friends will be glad to know that he is making a favorable recovery. paper on Education for Citizenship I to the platform. Stanley Todd read was given. by Mrs, Earl Anderson,Lan address and Earl Durnin made the who- said in part-raining far citizen- presentation of a 'handsome wrist ship should be given ddring a childs watch. Gordon responded with .a few first years in school,, in the local life fitting words. Following lunch, Miss which he knows and in the community, Margaret Aitchison, whose marriage FABRICS Now is the time to break out in a Gay Spring Print Dress. They're inexpensive when you *make you own, and you'll rejoice at our Big Range of Smart New Patterns. Specially Veatured is New Shipment of 36" Vivre(' Rayons at $1.00 yd SPUNS---Soft and Washable , 59c to $1.00 yd. PRINTED RAYONS , ......... . . .... . , PLAIN CREPES WABASSO COTTON PRINTS t • • • • • • 4 1 I . . .... 79c yd. ... 79c, $1.25 yd. 22c to 33c yd. 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