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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-08-12, Page 8GUST 'SALE GLOVES White Gloves in Net .or Silk, Col- oured Silks and Chamoisettes,. regu- . lary priced at $1,00 and $1.25. 69c STETSON HATS Here is outstanding value in ladies' styles a limited number of Stetson. models coffered At a special clearing price. - $3.29 REMNANTS Our regular Remnant Cleara.nces mean substantial savings on all kinds of materials. 25c up VENETIAN SHADES Three only shades, made to special order and not called.for. Size 644 in. wide by 31Y4 in. long. Regular price $6.85 each. $5.49 PLAY SUITS Misses' Print Play Suits in attract- ive prints for your leisure hours. Made with shorts and separate skirts. $1.79 STRAW HATS Ladies' Summer Straw Hats, regu- larly selling at $3.50, $3.95. $1.98 SUMMER HANDBAGS Is your old bag shabby? Here's a chance fhr a sitart new one at a bar- gain price. Whites and Pastels, $1.89 SUMMER COATS ° Two only Women's White. Wool .Polo Coats. Full length, box style. Regular price $14.50. $10.00 DRESSES Price reductions of 20% are applied on special groups of better Summer Dresses, including Seercuckers, Print- ed and Plain Crepes, Special Rack of Dresses $1.00 TIES Replenish your stock of Ties. Ar- row and Forsyth style leaders, reou- larly selling at 65crand $1.00 are offer- ed in our August Sale 2 for $1.00 BATHING SUITS Children's Dressmaker Cottons and Wool Suits. 'Reg. price $L00. 49c Ladies' Suits and Men's Trunks Less 20% YARNS Odd Balls of assorted yarns, regu- larly priced at 20c and 15c ball. 10c ball 111111111111111111111111111111111111111=11111111 KING'S Two Shows. Saturday Night Thursday, Friday, Saturday, August 12, 13, 14 GENE TIERNEY JOHN SUTTON In — "THUNDER BIRDS" A drama of the air filmed in teclMicolour. Also "Short Subjects" Matinee Saturday afternoon at 2.30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, August 16, 17, 18 HENRY FONDA MAUREEN O'HARA THOMAS MITCHELL — In "The Immortal Sergeant" The story of -patrol action in Libya. Also, "Short Subjects". WE SEIIIICA I ' PATTISON Radio Service Phone lit Westinghouse RADIO TUBES VANCAMP'S PRE-COOKED MAPLE LEAF TENDER= BEANS, pkg. ..1.7c FLAKE LARD, lb. ....—.......,.20c CHATEAU OR VELVEETA FOR BREAD OR PASTRY CHEESE, /2 lb., pkg. ..... .........21c Robin Hood FLOUR 24 lb....77c , . XXX SPIRIT or CIDER VINEGAR, gal. . .. .49c HEAVY METAL JAR RINGS, dozen ...... ,29c WAR GRADE RUBBER RINGS, 4 dozen . . . .25c WHOLE MIXED AEROXON PICKLING SPICE, lb. 35c PLY COILS, 4 for .... ..... FREE AtTNNING OR FROTENAC 70's WHITE IODIZEDSALT, 2 lb. pkg. „.8c SERVIETTES ..... 2 pkgs. 25c GLASS PREMIUM IN EACH PACKAGE Newport Fluffs 6 °. 19c " °. 39C pkg. pkg. KELLOGG'S BRAN MAIMS, lge,8 SHREDDIES or SHREDDED WHEAT ... 2 pkgs. 25c POPPE WHEAT Wheat NUGGETS 8 qt. pkg. 15e KEtt OGG'S CORN FLAKES 3 pkgs, 27c MAPLE LEAF TOILET SOAP, 3, cakes 14c OLD ENGLISH FLOOR WAX, 1 lb. tin . , 49c FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES HOME GROWN PIMA) TOMATOES ORANGES, LEMON'S, attAPEPRutt - POTATOES ONIONS - CABBAGE. PHONE 161 FREE DELIVERY — AT — Smith's Economy Food Store WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES GORRIE The August meeting of the Evening Auxiliary will be held one week later than usual on Monday, August 16th„ at the home of Mrs. Cloyne Michel, with Group 2• in charge of the programme, The guest speaker will be Miss Nell Doig of Toronto and Molesworth, Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Strong, Misses Janice an Patricia, spent the week-end at "Amberley, Beach, Mr. Copeland, London, spent the week-end with Mr, and Mrs. W. B. Stewart also visiting with Mrs. Neil- son and David, Little Miss Jean Hobbs is spending her vacation with her cousins in Alton. Mrs. John Wylie is spending a week with her son Mr, J. B. Wylie and Mrs. Wylie in Leaside. Mrs. Ellis, Guelph, is visiting with her daughter, Mrs, V. Shera and Mr. Shera this week. Miss Marjorie Hill, R. C. A. F„ Pat- ricia Bay, B. C,, was a recent guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Newton, Mrs. Dilworth has returned to her home at Ethel, after spending a few week's with her daughter, Mrs. Harold Hyndman and ,Mr. Hyndman. Mrs. C. 'Lawrence who has been confined to her home through illness for the past six weeks returned home with her daughter, Mrs. H, L. Jen- nings to Morpeth, where we trust she will fully regain her health. Mrs. Agnes Earls left on Saturday for Hamilton, where she will visit with her borthers and sisters for the month. Mr. and Mrs. James Barton, Dray- ton, and Miss Elsie of Toronto, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Jas, Edwards one day recently. • Mr. and Mrs., R. Hemingway and Jean have returned after spending their vacation with relatives in Scot- land. Mr. Earl King spent the week-end with his cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Stewart, Stoney Creek. Mrs. E. J. Famish and sister, Mrs.. Long of Holstein, spent the past week at the Beach. Mr. and Mrs. V. Shera and Mrs. Ellis visited the latter's son, Mr. and Mrs. Campbell Ellis at Drayton on Sunday. ating with the county in the system of collecting finances through the taxes, td ,support the 'Federation was discussed and will be uP for further discussion at the next meeting, Sub- scriptions were received for the Fed- eration paper, the Rural Co-Operator.. Other means of raising money for the local unit were discussed and a mot- ion was passed. to sponsor a dance at the 10th concession bridges The next meeting will be held at the home of Mr„. and Mrs. Leslie Wight-. man, 10th concession. BELGRAVE • Died Following Operation Frederick Johnston only son of the the late Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Johnston of Saskatoon, formerly of Bluevale, died in a Saskatoon Hospital on Sat- =day morning following a major op- eration. He was 56 years of age. No iturnediate relatives survive, His father and mother both died within the last ew years. J. A. Geddes of Belgrave, and Mrs. Mary Solts of Goderich, an aunt of the departed man. A cousin, Mrs. Kenneth Howard of Toronto, left Saturday night for Saskatoon to take charge of the funeral which will be held there with burial in a Sask9toon cemetery. Mr. Johnston was a member of the United church. Missionary Group Meets "The Presbyterian church Women's 'Missionary society held their regular meeting in the church. The President, Mrs. R. J. Scott, conducted the meet- ing which opened with the daily pray- er. The scripture lesson was read by Mrs. Athol Bruce. Mrs.(0. G. Ander- son led in prayer. Clippings from the Glad Tidings were read by Mrs. J. Dunbar. The Glad Tidings prayer was taken by Mrs. J. Leitch, Minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Mrs. A. Porter- field. Mn.i J. Dunbar gave the finan- cial report. A paper on "Time" was given by Mrs. R. J. Scott and was intermingled with Bible readings by several mem- bers. A discussion of the topic follow- ed in which many of the members joined. Miss Agnes Mason brought thanks from her mother for messages of con- Special Services — At the — Salvation Army Citadel ---On — Sunday, Auge 15 11 a.m.—Subject: "The Power of God". 7.30 p.m.—Subject: "Seven Men In a Hurry". gratuations on the recent occasion of Mr. and Mrs. Mason's golden wedding anniversary. Thanks for fruit receiv- ed during ,11ness was brought from Mrs. J. Scott by her daughter, Mrs. A. Bruce. The meeting closed with pray- er by the President. Red Cross Workers Needed Workers are urgently needed to do sewing and knitting for the Red Cross. During the early summer season scar- cely any work was taken out. Since then a few have found time to do a fair share but many more .are needed at once if the Society is to continue filling the quotas asked for by head- quarters. A large number of cut out garments are on hand at the work rooms also yarn for knitting. Mrs. Frank Stark of Detroit, with her sister, Mrs. Stewart Procter. Cameron Geddes of Chatham, with his mother, Mrs. W. J. Geddes. Mr. and Mrs. George McKenzie and daughter, Patricia, of Windsor, with his mother, Mrs. R. E. McKenzie. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Procter and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Vincent spent a day with friends at Point Clark. Rev. James and Mrs. Scobie and son, Mitchell of Wilton Grove, with Mr. and Mrs. A. Manning. Mrs. Stewart McGee of Wingham, with Mr. and Mrs., J. A. Geddes. Mrs. William Finlayson and daugh- ters, Yvonne and Sandra, of London, spent a few days with Mrs. J. A. Bran- don and Mrs. Finlayson's mother, Mrs. Hodder who is spending a few weeks with Mrs. Brandon, Mr. Finlayson spent the week-end with them. Mr. and Mrs. Finlayson and their daughters and Mrs. Hodder are spend- ing this week at Port Elgin. Mr. and Mrs. William Douglas and daughter, Isabel of Lucknow, with Mrs, John VanCamp. Mrs. C, Logan and Patsy, 'Mrs. A. Vincent, Mrs. L. Vincent and Marlene, Mrs, Roy McSween, vent the week at Bruce Beach, Mr. ands Mrs. Norman Wightman and family of Welland, Mr. and Mrs. Frank McDonald and family of Clin- tom with Mr. and Mrs. A, Young. Plan Cemetery Permanent Care A community meeting was held in the Forester's hall, Thursday evening to consider the question of perpetual care for the Brandon cemetery. W, A, Galbraith of Wingham was guest speaker and he outlined the plan fol- lowed for the past 20 years in the Wingham cemetery, A motion was passed authorizing the trustee board of the Brandon cemetery to proceed in establishing a system of perpetual care for the Brandon cernete'ry, As a preliminary step, notices will be sent to each lot owner requesting the pay- ment of a stated amount for perpetual care or an annual fee for yearly up- keep, Stewart Procter, chairman of the board of .trustees was:'in charge of the meeting. Guild Held Missionary Meeting Miss Eliza Procter opened her home on Thursday afternoon for the annual Missionary meeting of the Ladies' Guild of ' Trinity Anglican church. There was a good attendance and a very interesting and enjoyable meet- ing was geld, The junior members of the congregation were in charge of the program. The president, Mrs. R. Mc- Crea was in the chair for the devotion- al service and business part of the meeting, The hymn, "Yield Not To Temptation", was sung and the Lord's prayer repeated in unison. The Bible reading was taken by Beth tryclges, The roll call was responded to with a question, Birthday money was dot- ated arid a special missionary offering taken. Audrey nradbutn was in charge of the. program arid announced the numbers as follows4, solo, Shirley tradbuttt; .reading, Ruth Higgins, A paper on missions was given by Ruth Bradburn. Other numbers were: reci- tation, Shirley Bradbnrn; piano duct, Norma Brydges and Ruth Higgins; recitation, Muriel Brydges. Two con- tests conducted by Ruth and Audrey Bradburn and a reading by Norma Brydges, The meeting closed with the National anthem and prayer after which a pot luck lunch was served. Entertained Baby Band The United Church Women's Mis- sionary Society entertained the mem- bers of the. Baby Band and their mothers at a well attended meeting and birthday party in the basement of the church on Wednesday after- noon. The president, Mrs. J. Wheeler welcomed the guests and conducted the opening exercises and business part of the meeting. ' The minutes of the last meeting were read by Mrs, •G, Martin and Mrs. j, Millar gave the financial report. It was decided to hold a quilting at the church on Tuesday, August 10th, It was also decided to send for the new study book "For All of Life," bytipr. and Mrs. W. H, Wiser; Mrs. Cyrus Scott and Mrs. John Scott were ap- pointed to conduct worship service at next meeting. Mrs. Carl Procter took the chair for the worship period which was based on the theme, "The Stew- ardship of Time" and was presented in dialogue and discussion by Mrs. Proc- ter, Mrs. J, Wheeler, Mrs. C. Wheeler, Mrs. J, Michie and Mrs. R. Chamney. Short talks were given on how to avoid wasting time, Duties of time, use of the Sabbath, time for rest, rec- reation, reading and prayer. Mrs. G. Johnston and Mrs. N. Keating sang the Cradle Song, by Brahms, Mrs. Procter closed the meeting' with pray- er. Work Of Manse Reported The 'Women's Association followed with Mrs. S. Procter in the chair. A hymn was sung and the Lord's Prayer repeated in unison. Minutes were read by Mrs. C. Procter and the treasurer, Mrs. J. Anderson reported a substan- tial balance. A report of papering and painting done at the manse was given by Mrs. L. Hopper. A committee composed of Mrs. R. Nicholson, Mrs. H. Campbell and Mrs. J. Anderson was appointed to see about floor covering. The roll call was responded to and collection taken. A vote of thanks was given Mrs. Scott and Mrs. C. Welsh. The presi- dent pronounced the benediction after which a lunch of sandwiches and cook- ies were served. Girls' Institute To Meet The Girls Meeting of the Belgrave Women's Institute will be held at the home of Mrs. Joseph Yuill on Tues- day, August 17th. Conveners of Pro- gram, Mae Frisby, Laura Yuihl; Questionaire—Mae Frisby; Address —Mabel Coultes; Lunch Com.—Girl members of the 'branch. Roll Call— A Dollar Well Spent. East Wawanosh Federation The regular monthly meeting of the East Wawanosh unit of the Federa- tion of Agriculture was held at the home of Victor Youngblut, director of U. S. S. No. 5. There were fifteen members of the executive and direct- orate present. The President, H. L. Sturdy was in charge of the meeting. Minutes of the last meeting were read by the Secre- tary, Douglas Campbell and adopted on motion of A. Purdon and E. Hic- kingbottom. The question of co-oper- Thursday, August 12th, 1943 Great Welcome Home — Of — Captain Bennett Thurs. Evening, Aug. 19 — Also — i ,Farewell of Envoy J. Sykes of Buffalo, N. Y, I Come 'and Bring Your Friends. All Seats Free. , Baptist Church ', Rev. John Luctis,Pastor SUNDAY, AUG. 15th 10 a.m.—Sunday School. 11 a.m.—"What Is Real Faith" 7.30 p.m.—The Seeking Saviour' Au Are Welcome. GEORGE WILLIAMS JEWELLER First Class Watch Re- pairs at Moderate Prices Ali work guaranteed and done on the premises, SMOKE Omar Haselgrove s SHOP Magazines Smokers' Sundries and. Blyth Fall Fair will be held Sept. 15th. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Durward spent the weeke-nd with friends at Grand Bend. Flt. Lieut. Norman Sinclair of Ot- tawa, visited his parents, Rev. Arthur and Mrs. Sinclair. Sgt. Fred Crawford spent the week- end with his wife. Miss Clita Watson, R. N., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs, W. N. Wat- son, Mrs. Lloyd Wettlaufer is visiting with Toronto relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Russel Sundercock of ery Township,• were in. our village luring the week; inspecting some pro- >erities with the intention of becom- ng permanent esidents. The condition of Mrs. Haughton, other of Mrs, Frank Rogerson, is b ite serious with small hope of recov- Mrs. William Robertson of Blue- ale accompanied by her sister, Mrs. John Robinson of Kiheardine, spent the voek-end with their brother in Listowel, The monthly meeting, of the Wom- en's Association of the United church, was held in the Sunday School room, The president, Mrs, Alex McCracken presided, Mrs. Edward Johnston led in prayer and'the scripture lesson was read by Mrs, R. Shaw. The report of the treasurer showed a most satisfas- tory cash on hancto Readings by Mrs. E.liza Fell and Mrs. Earl Hamilton were enjoyed, All joined in singing, "He Leadeth Me," and repeating the Lord's prayer. W. M. 5, Home Helpers Met Mrs. F. G. rOWler opened her home this week for the "Home Helpers" W. M. S. meeting, The ,President, Mrs. R. Elliott presided. The scripture lesson from psalm 0.1 was read by Mrs, Harry Elliott and Mrs. Walter Stull- lie offered prayer. The Glad Tidings prayer was read by Mrs. Eldon kir- ton. Mrs. Will Mundell, the }tome Helpers' secretary, introduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Charles 1VIeCarroll of Molesworth, who spoke on the sub- ject, "God in the Home." Her closing message was ''Godly Homes Make a ry. BLUEVALE BLYTH Godly Nation." Vocal duets were sung by Mrs. Stanley Moffatt and Miss Ruth Lucas, accompanied by Mrs. Donald Robert- son. Lunch was served and a social time enjoyed. Plan. Sewing and Tea The Morris Group of the Ladies' Aid Society of Knox Presbyterian church met this week at the home of Mrs. R. J. McMurray with' an attend- ance of 12 ladies. The president, Mrs. Roy Turvey presided and opened the meeting with prayer, A scripture pas-• sage was read by Mrs. McMurray, The main item of business discussed was the arrangements for serving a 15 cent tea at the September quarterly meet- ing in the church. The afternoon was spent quilting and piecing quilt blocks. Mrs. W. S., Davidson invited the group to her home for the 'next meeting. The hostess served- a dainty lunch, Bride and Groom Showered Mr, and Mrs Harvey Groves of Wingham, who were recently married were honoured one evening during, the past week at the home of Mrs. Groves' Parents, Mr, and Mrs. Gordon Hall, where friends and relatives gathered and 'presented them with many useful and pretty gifts. A complimentary address was read by Miss Margaret Curtis and Miss Jean McLennan made the presentation. • Airman and Bride Honoured The Browntown schoolhouse was the scene of a comtnunity social on Friday evening when friends ht large numbers met to honour Aircraftsmari Elmer Sellers of S. Thomas and his bride., They were the recipients of many beautiful gifts and a substantial stint of money. Mr. Sellers made a very suitable reply, Dancing was en- joyed to music provided by Jack Thynne and Mrs. Brewer, The -ladies served Sandwich and tea and all en- joyed a pleasant evening. Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Aitcheson of Ripley, are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. R. J. McLennan, ° Mr. and Mrs. James B. Volz of Wel- land, spent a part of their wedding tour with Miss Duff. Mrs, Aitken and Miss Dorothy Aitken. Mayor Thomas E. Henry and Mrs. Henry of Stratford and Mrs. Ashton of Boston ' '.1. S. A., were week-end guests 'at the Sanderson home, Mr, arid Mrs. George Peacoek of Ottawa are with Mr. arid Mrs. James Peacock. Mr, Ina Mrs. As, Masters of Park- hill were Sunday visitOrs With Mr. and Mrs, Iolifi •swommetegsmadommamormeiarisexen , Mr. and Mrs, Fred Brewer and son, Fred and Mrs. Wheeler of London, were week-end visitors with Miss Luella Brewer, George and Charles. Aircraftsfnan Elmer Sellers of St. Thomas 'and Mrs. Sellers spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Sellers, Mrs. James C. Falconer of Hamil- ton, spent a few days in the village, making some business arrangements regarding the store, recently vacated by George A. Love. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Turnbull and two children of Byron with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Johnston. Robert Watson, R. C. A. F., Mrs. Watson and baby of Gladstone, Man- itoba, Mrs. Milton Watson and Miss Dorothy Watson of Gorrie, with Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Johnson, Donna perrie of Wingham is visit- ing at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Har- ry Elliott, Rex. F. G. Fowler preached in Mel- ville Presbyterian church, Brussels on Sunday. Rev. S. Kerr occupied the pulpit of Knox Presbyterian church.- Next Sunday the service will be con- ducted by Rev. F. Scott McKenzie, principal of Montreal College. Ser- vice at 11.15.