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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-04-15, Page 5here Is he Will? A question often asked in vain Why not make the task of searching for the Will unneces- sary by having it where it is safe and available, This institution accepts for safe- keeping, free of charge, Wills under which it is appointed Executor and an official receipt is issued to the Testator. The Grey & Bruce Trust & Savings Co. Owen Sound Jean Elizabeth Clark, Toronto, only daughter of Frank Clark and the late Mrs, Clark, became the bride of Rob- ert Gordon Masters, Hamilton, only son of Mr. and :Ws, James Masters, of Parkhill, former residents of Blue- vale where Mr, Masters was station agent for a number of years. The bride wore a smart dressmaker suit of sweetheart blue with brown. acces- sories. Her corsage was of bronze orchids, freesia and fern. Miss Hazel, Masters, sister of the bridegroom was brides:401d, wearing a two-piece silk crepe dress in champagne beige tone with small veiled hat and a corsage of Briarcliff roses. Mr.' Reginald Daly, of -Forest, was the best man. A reception was held following the cere- mony at the home of the groom's par- ents, Parkhill. The couple left 'by motor for a short honeymoon, the bride wearing a blue coat 'with Arctic for collar, blue silk crepe dress and brown accessories. They will reside at 219 Main street east, Hamilton. GORRIE Mrs. Bert Able, R.N., of Listowel Memorial Hospital, was a guest at the home of her brother, Mr. R. G. New- ton. and Mrs. Newton on Thursday. Bdr. Kenneth Gallaway of Petawa- wa Camp is spending his furlough with his wife and sans here. Miss Annie Anger of Listowel, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Anger. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Ashton and famitty, Toronto, spent the week-end , with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Ashton. Driver Joe Earngey, Petawawa, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. William Earngey, Mrs. H. L. Jennings of Thedford, spent the past week with her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. C. Laurence. W. M. S. Plan Easter Service The April meeting of the W. M. S. of the United Church, Gorrie, was held at Mrs, Wylie's home. Mrs. R. Dane presiding, The meeting opened with quiet music, Mrs. Whitley at the piano. Prayer by Mrs. Dane, The hymn, There is a Green Hill far 6,000 Recruits are needed NOW For the Reserve Army in Military District No. 1 Release art Active Army man, for If you are not eligible for the Active duty overseas by joining NOW. Army you cart still do YOUR bit. FOR MORE INFORMATION ASK ANY MEMBER OF YOUR LOCAL RESERVE UNIT THIS IS %"OUR WAR! a aunts Half Price GET YOUR PAINT AND ENAMELS AT 1/2 PRICE OR LESS Thiis is how it works—To each customers who buys paint with their wallpaper we will kivo them a 10 per cent discount on their wallpaper, We carry a complete line of Flo-Glaze, Oki Colony and Luxor products, — Be wise and buy your paints with your wallpaper — you will be getting your paint for less than, half price. The Wallpaper Shop HEAR!!! Lt. Cot. George Drew Leader of Ontario Progressive Conservative Party — In The - Wingham Town Hall — At 8 P.M., On Tuesday, April 20 Secretary. A Candidate will be chosen at this meeting to con- test the riding of Huron-Bruce. ALL ELECTO'RS ARE ASKED TO ATTEND. fi Huron-Bruce Progressive Conservative Association J. Harley Crawford, Robert Bowman, s: President.. Save Money By Prepaying pow N 1/:4 WINGHAM •p**-4/A e.„ VC6RpORZTE0 /519 ..... Town of Wingham 1943 Taxes Taxpayers may make paymelits on account of 1943 taxes up to 90 per cent. of 1942 taxes, Interest at the rate of rive per cent, per an- num will be allowed on such prepayments. Prepayments of taxes must be made at the Town Treasurer's Office, Town Hall. W. A. GALBRAITH, Treasurer, Town of Wingham. Thursday, April 15th, 1943 WINGFIAM ADVANCE-TI MES PAGJ Adam A, Graham, who died at his home on the 10th, concession of How- ick: - tonr Tdwr:haJlai nwnaarsy b VthIll 1866, the . . "True beauty," says Adrienne, "depends on harmony." Face Powder, Rouge and Lipstick must be skilfully blended, each to enhance the other,, to glorify your loveliness. Adrienne has specia Ily harmonized cosmetics for each type of feminine beauty . ,'. so ingeniously that you feel that your choice was blended just for you. Adrienne Perfume compli- ments your every mood ... matches your everycostumeNetAdrienne cos- metics are not costly. Stop in and see the Adrienne Colour Harmony Chart at your Rexall Cosmetic Counter. Adrienne Scientifically Harmonized Cosmetics are some pf the high quality, popular priced products sold only by Rexall Drug Stores. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mrs. Headley was a visitor with friends in London last,week. Cpl. Albert Rintoul of Hagersivlle, Was a week-end visitor with his family. Capt. W. L, Kress of Windsor, spent the week-end with his parents. Pte, Ken Baker of Camp Borden, spent the week-end at his home here. L/C John Cruickshank of London, spent the week-end at his home here. L/Cpl, Raymond Dennis of Camp Borden, was in• town this week-end. LAC. Hugh Sinnamon of Bagotville, Que., spent a few days at -his home here. Mr. Irvirig- Boyle of New York, is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Boyle. Major R: S. Hetherington of Peta- wawa, spent the week-end with his family. Mrs. William Webb of Islington is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. John . P. McKibbon. Pte. Joe Tiffin of Toronto, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. A. J. Tiffin. Sgt. Ted Elliott of Petawawa, spent a furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Alex Elliott. Pte. Carl Bondi, of Petawawa, is spending a furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Bondi. Mrs. Wallace Frankum of Wood- bridge, spent the week-end with her mother, Mrs. Sarah Finnen, Mrs. C. A. Wilson and two children of Uchi Lake, are visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Gibson. Mrs. Robert Johnston and infant son of St. Catherines, are visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hop- per. Miss Edythe Campbell of Toronto, spent the week-end with his family. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Campbell, 'Patrick St. only child of the late Alerander Gra- ham and Margaret McKee, His mother having passed away at his birth, He came with his father to Lot 22, concession 10, Howick ToWnship, where be resided until his death, He was a member of the Church of England and in politics a staunch ConservatiVe. He was a member of. L,O,L, 575 Orange Hill and R.,B,P, 335, Fordwich, He served thirty- eight years as auditor for the Howlett Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance Co,, and forty-nine years as auditor for the Howick Township, He was widely known and highly respected by a Wide circle of friends and acquaintances, who will sadly miss his pleasant man- ner and genuiness, Forty-nine years ago he was Mar- ried to Louise Goggin who is left to mourn his loss along with two daugh- ters, Mrs. W. E. Montgomery (Mary Margaret) and Elizabeth of Toronto; one son Frank, at biome and two grandsons, Graham and Gibson Mont- gomery, who have ,the sincere sym- pathy of a wide circle of friends. The eldest son, Alexander, was killed in action in 1918 during the First Great War. The funeral was held Friday, April 9th. A private service at his late residence was followed by a public service in Trinity Church, Fordwich, conducted by the Rector, Rev. E. M, Caldwell, Interment in Fordwich Cemetery. The beautiful Orange bur- ial service was conducted at the grave by the officers of the Order. The pallbearers were: John Mont- gomery, N, Harding, W. J. Strong, George Baker, George Hubbard, Wm, Campbell. Flower bearers were: John Craig, Elmer Harding, Herman Litt, Stewart Higgins, John and Wm, McElwain. Miss M. Forrest There passed away in Wingham Hospital On Friday afternoon, Miss Marian - Forrest. Born in 1863 in Morris TownshiP,0 the daughter of William Forrest. and Jane McNichol, she had resided in Brussels for the last 30 years. She took an active part in the work of the United Church. She leaves one brother, Walter Forrest of Walton. Dennis N. Harrison • Following an illness of two weeks Dennis NTharrison of Gorrie passed on, Tuesday, April 6, at the home of his nephew, Robert Harrison. He was in his 87th year. Born, at Brantford he came to this district in 1858 and was educated at Lakelet. He never married and is survived by two broth- ers Jesse of Gorrie and George of Wilsonville. The funeral was held from M. D. Irwin's Funeral Parlours on Thursday afternoon. Rev. R. C. Copeland of- ficiated at the services. Burial took place in Gorrie Cemetery, The pall- bearers were, Robert Graham, John Montgomery, Jim Edwards, Tom Day, Norman Wade, Robert Dane. WEDDINGS Master - Clark A quiet wedding was solemnized at the parsonage, Norwich, by Rev. WI M. Kitely, formerly of Parkhill, when Away, was read in unison, with the piano playing. Mrs. H, Ashton read the scripture lesson, Luke .24th chap- ter, verses I, to 14 Hymn, When- I Survey the Wondrous Cross, was sung followed by prayer -by Mrs, Carson. Mrs, Wylie then introduced the chapter in the Study Book, The church meeting the Challenge of the City—telling of the great good the church is doing for the city and what greater things might be accomplished if People who -call themselves Christ- ians were more faithful, Only twenty- five per cent. of the city support the church, The Home ,Mission Board and W, M, S, are a great help, She also gave a reading written by Mrs, Carscallen on the same subject, Hymn "Jesus Keep Me Near The Cross" was sung. Mrs, Dane gave a poem, of how the bird that sang so sweetly was sore wounded, pinioned by a cruel thorn, In the absence of the president, Mrs. Copeland, 1st vice-pres,, took charge for the business period. Minutes of last meeting read and adopted. The roll call was answered with an Easter Thought. Committees were put in to arrange for our Easter Service and quilting for the bale. Mrs. Copeland closed the meeting with prayer. Mr. Donald Copeland, Dental Col- lege, Toronto, spent the week-end with his parents, Rev. and Mrs, R. C. Copeland. Mr. and Mrs, R. W. N. Wade visit- ed with their son, Robert, in London on Saturday. Miss Marjorie Hill, R.C.A..F, of the (W. D.) left on Monday to re-join her unit at Patricia Bay, B.C,, after spend- ing the past six weeks with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hill on the 17th concession. Dr. Armstrong has the sympathy of a large circle of friends in the death of his sister (Eleanore) Mrs. (Dr. MeAsh, who passed away at her home in Tara, on Friday last after a lengthy illness. Funeral services were'held on Monday last, April 12th, to Tara Cemetery. Mr. E. J. Farrish and daughter Maxine, were in London on Saturday, where his infant daughter is confined in the hospital undergoing treatment. We trust there will soon be a marked improvement. Mr, and Mrs.- F. H. Avery have re- turned home from StrAford where they spent the past couple of weeks, the guests of his sister, Mrs. Elliott and Mr. Elliott, LAC. Vern Clark of Newfoundland, who is home on furlough, is a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Underwood. Pte. Bill Edwards of London, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Edwards. 'Gm-. Harold Keil, of Petawawa, is spending a few days at his home here. Pte. Earl, Harrison of Chatham, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Harrison, Card of Thanks Mr, and -Mrs. Robert Harrison wish to thank their friends and neighbours for their kindnes sand sympathy dur- ing their bereavement. Red Cross Shipment" The following bale was sent from the Gorrie Red, Cross on April 7th, 1943. For British Civilians-19 quilts, 3 girl's print dresses, 1 child's pyjamas, 21 girls slips, 10 women's slips, 1 night gown, 15 jumper skirts and blouses. For Russian Relief — Parcel of second hand clothing. For Hosp- ital — 1 quilt, 2 sheets, 1 pyjamas, 138 gauze handkerchiefs, For Army and Airforce — 8 tuck-ins, 13 pr. of gloves, 20 handkerchiefs, 26 pr. socks. For Seamen's Comforts — 3 V-neck sweaters, 2 pr. mitts, 1 pr. sea boots, 2 alternate caps, 1 tuck-in, 26 pr, of socks, HURON ORGANIZES WAR COMMITTEE Farm Labor Committee Was Also Set Up A war service committee for Huron County was formed at a meeting held in the agricultural office, Clinton. The officers are; Chairman, W. L. Whyte, Seaforth; vice-ohairman, T. C. Wilson, Bluevale; secretary-treasurer, J. C. Shearer, Clinton; executive, A, Alexander, Listowel; Alonzo McCann, Dashwood; William Oestricher, Cred- Ron, Russel Bollon, Seaforth; W. J. Dale, Clinton. In connection with this movement a farm labor committee was formed, composed of Hugh Hill, Colborne, L. E. Cardiff, M,P,, Brussels; A, W. Morgan, Hensall, having power to add to their number. W, L. Whyte presided at a meeting held later in the board room, at which the Agricultural Committee of County Council and Huron Federation of Agriculture members were present, J, C. Shearer said the purpose of the war service committee was to stimu- late production and assist in arrang- ing for farm help as 4 war service. F. W, Rayfield, of the Ontario Farm Service .Force, T6t6lith, Was guest tkeaker. et:dime:tided the &Alms, ham High School, spent the- week-en it at their homes here. Pte. Graham Chamney of Loud*, was a recent visitor with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. R. Chamney. Mr,. Wilfred Burkitt of CarrutherA, Sask., now of the R.C.A.F., St, Thom- as, was a week-end guest at the hom.c t: of his uncle, Mr. J. C. Robinson and other friends. Mr. and Mrs. R, Chamney received' word that their son, .Sgt. Herrnaw who just` recently returned to Canada after two and a half years overseas, had intended visiting his parents while. on a fourteen day leave. BORN CARERE — In Hamilton, on Thurs- day, April 1st, to Mr. and Ma's,. Michael Carere (nee Lorene Iraller),. Hamilton, a daughter, DAVIDSON — In WinghamIGener.all. Hospital, on Friday, April 9th, to Mr, and Mrs, Gordon L. Davidson„ a son—Douglas Frederick. GRUBBE — In Wingham Genera. Hospital, on Thursday, April 8th, to- Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Grubby, Greenoch, a daughter. McQUILLIN — In. Wingham Gerera2 Hospital, on Monday, April 12th,...: to Mr. and Mrs. Ed. McQuillin„ Lucknow, a son. SIMMONS — In Wingham General Hospital, on Tuesday, April 6th, to- Mr. and Mrs. Robert Simmons, Harriston, a son. L/C Stewart Scott of Chatham spent the week-end with his aunt, Mrs. C.• Taylor. Sig, F. R, and Mrs. 1Garrunage of Chatham, visited with Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Gammage. A. B. Seaman Campbell Wallace of Esquimalt, B. C., was a visitor last week with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. T. Y, Smith. Mrs. W. H. Greer, Mrs. Hinde and Mrs. A. H. Musgrove, were Guelph visitors last week, with the latter's daughter, Mrs. S. Smith. Mr. Robert Simmonds and Miss Carrie Morrison of Fergus, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. W. Simmonds, Lower Wingham. Miss Dorothy Boyle of Toronto, visited for a faw clays with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. George Boyle and Irving Boyle of Mount Vernon, N. Y., is spending a couple pf weeks with his parents. AB.. Seaman Doug. Hoffman, has completed his Course at the Guelph, and is. visiting with his moth- er, Mrs. R. W. Hoffman, prior to re- porting for duty. • Ca Milford Foxton of Guelph, Cpl, Albert Rintoul of Hagersville, and AC. 1 Royal McArthur, of Tor- onto, were recent visitors with their families in Lower Wingham. Mr. and•Mrs, F. C. Holton of Lower Drew, Mr. and Mrs, H. H, Shannon of Upper Drew, Mrs. Robert Donald, Mt. Forest, Mrs.._ Les, Hanna of Guelph, also Mrs. Agnes Rome of Teeswater, spent the week-end at Mrs. S. A, Murrays. The first four ladies are sisters of Mrs. Murray. OBITUARY Adam A. Graham Wednesday, April 7, saw the pass- ing from our midst of another of Howick's pioneers in the person of DONNYBROOK Corp, Melvin Craig of London spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas, Craig. Mr. Ted Thompson of Wingham, was 'home over Sunday with his par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Thomp- son. The Misses Irene Robinson., Clara teddy and Mildred Jones of Wing- iasm shown by the Huron farmers and outlined some rules for farmers in dealing with boys who offer their services for farm help, -"Don't tell a boy what to do, show hint first how it should be done," he said. A resolution to provide five hundred dollars for the Huron War Committee was adopted: by the Agricultural Com., mittee of which T. C. Wilson., is chair- man, ST. HELENS • The weekly meeting of the Y. P. U. was held in the church on Sunday evening. The theme of the service was the Christian Cavalcade of Music in charge of Mrs. Gordon McIntyre, with Mrs. Rice at the piano. On Monday evening next the Y. P. U. will meet at Mr. Tom Todd's. Mr. and Mrs. Ewart IrePherson, Florence and Jean of Wingham, were recent visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Mc- Kenzie Webb. •t;;i0Exec DRUG STORE 43-12 McKIBBON'S DRUG STORE WINGHAM, v PHONE 53