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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-10-21, Page 5October 21, 190 CK Fors pecially Prepared y Loan Local Program 3p.m. — October 24th, 1943 loa domananameamoloamoosi war .development ; to interpret to the board the problems of the retailers under wartime conditions; to .help co- ordinate the efforts between 'the re- tailer and the board. The headings under which his ad- dress was given were; vital facts for the retailer for to-day and to-morrow; world's supply of food; Canadian pro- duction; operating economies; the boards policy and organization; in quiries and complaints; order number 284, freezing business; .criticism of boards operation and enforcement. Canadians bought more food by volume during 1942 than in any previ- ous year and spent a larger percentage of income on. food, Mr. O'Brien said, He forecast that the 'volume of food. available for sale during the coming year would, be approximately the same as this year but there Would be fur- ther reductions in the voluMe of large profit items. The scarcity of many• articles of food which resulted in the inaugur- ation of rationing prograins was not the result of decreased production but followed a change in the buying habits. of people, who, having more money, wanted to live better. Mr.. O'Brien told dealers that the production in jam in 1941 was 33 million pounds and this year it will be. approximately 47 million pounds, Despite great in- crease in the 1942 figures as compar- ed with 1941 there were shortages, The Wartime Prices and Trade Board is determined to maintain mini- mum' nutritional requirements for the LOCAL A1N1) PERSONAL Ars, C, Jenkins and daughter Edna, spent the week-end at Listowel, Mr, and Mrs, Chris, Newman and family were Toronto visitors for a few days, -Mr, and Mrs. H. Westman. of Chat-' ltam, spent the week-end with Misses Johns. Cpl, and Mrs, Frank Variner of Lon- don, were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs, J. Bailey, Mr. and Mrs. W, G. Hamilton and R. H. Lloyd, spent a couple of clays in Toronto last week, Miss Betty Lloyd of Toronto, spent the week-end with her parents, 'Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Lloyd. Mr. and Mrs. James ' Masters of Parkhill, were week-end guests of Dr. and Mrs. R, L. Stewart. Mrs. A, Brown of Orangeville visit- ed over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs, W. W. Armstrong, Sgt, Reg. and Mrs. Walker of Gode- ing their operation to the impact of Canadian consumer, Mr, O'Brien stat, ed. This policy is being adhered to yigoronsly in all consultations •con- cerning the export of foodstuffs to the United Nations and'in storing of foods for occupied' countries. The value of price control td the re- tailer was outlined by the speaker who pointed out that since the policy was affected in Canada the index dies gone tip little more than two points. It rose 110 points from the outbreak of the war until price control put a damp- er on its rising, a • 4 BUY BONDS and SPEED THE VICTORY With Victory in the making, this is no time to haggle or hold back. The enemy is cracking on every frotit. The heat of the United Nations' all-out offensive is on him. Hot up the fire and keep it hot by buying 5th Victory Loan Bonds. Furnish the tools that our men may finish the job without working overtime. They're doing their part by fighting. Let's do ours by lending. That's all we're asked to do—lend to speed Victory. Money talks — and fights when you invest it in 5th Victory Loan Bonds. We Give You Telephonre Service, a Bill Showing Your Purchase and Articles You Buy, also Free Delivery. Quick Quaker Macaroni-8-oz. 1:31c0; Se Bulk Macaroni—special Lib. 6c Chees-a-Rimi—pkg. 17e Shelled Wainut Meats lb. 85c Magic Baking 'Powder (cash, and carry) ..... special Lib, 28c COWAN'SCOCOA—%-lb, tin 14c 1-1b„ tin for 3c NEILSON'S COCOA—J/2-lb, tin 17c 1-1b, tin 2k FRY'S COCOA—V2-1b. tin 21c 1-1b. tin for 31c. ,LUX or PALMOLIVE SOAP—Special for 5c -BON AMI—Cake or Powder , . 2 for 25c GILLETTS LYE—guaranteed 100% pure tin llc Westminster Toilet Tissue 4 large rolls for 25c Toilet Tissue—pure white 5c Purex, White Swan, Cashere, Interlake 3 rolls for 25c Old Cheese (nippy) for 34c, lb. Mincemeat—wholesome, Vie lb, VanCamp's Cream of Tomato Soup-3 tins for 27c Clark's Tomato Soup ...... 7c tin PURE LARD-1-lb. cartons „ 15c, 18c to 19c lb. OLD DUTCH CLEANSER (chases dirt) 2 tins 1k JAVEL WATER—makes white clothes, qt. btl. 8c MARLENE BLEACH, concentrated, 15c btl. - 13c eromos losumparanwomaim . „.. . . . Libby's condensed milk, tin 9c Floor Wax—Aero, Black Cat, Orange Pekoe Tea (Gold Shinola . . ... 1-lb. tin 23c Medal-1/2 -lb, pkg. special 39c Shortening--l-lb. cartons for 19c Maxwell Coffee-1-lb. pkg. 44c Rolled Oats—fine or course Nabob Coffee—l-lb. for 43c 5-lbs. 23c .1•1111.1151•1111•01.• PURE CANE SUGAR—yellow or white for 8c lb. Bulk Soda Biscuits, broken, salted for soups, 10c lb. OXYDOL, large pkg. 22c SUPER SUDS, lge. 18c Pastry Flours-2471b. sacks Bread Flours-98-lb. bags Pat-a-Pan 75c Calla Lilly 8he $2.39 to $2.69 New Shipment4 Huron 69c of Robin Hood 7's, 24's & 98's if•SIMINXISCIEN.1118. Red California GRAPES, delicious bchs only 17c lb. Celery, Turnips, Potatoes, Cabbage NEW CARROTS 3 lbs. for 9c We are not much for picture ads, but we are great on. Specials. If you can't come—Phone, '..4,44.17.7;AIM'AOC$ WINGIIAM ADVANCE-TIMES RED FROM' ROCER SPACE DONATED BY ADVANCEilrIMES MISSION i'Cl(GROUPS HELD FALL RALLY. AT WHITECHURCH' (Continued from page .one) That China had the most Christian -Government in the world largely due to Christign• leadership, In, India advance is being made,'. especially among young people, women and girls, .She made mention of the results of Mission work in British Guiana and Latin America, and lastly Canada, with. its immense foreign population and organized groups of ComMunists. Her final message was: Go forward, be not discouraged and look up. • Mrs, F, G, Fowler, of Blueva president of Maitland Presbyterial, extended greetings from the Provincial • board and paid tribute to Mrs. Jack for her sincere and timely message, which she had brought to the meeting, to the Presbyterial in general for the efficient manner in which the _auxili- aries are carrying on, She closed her remarks with the verse— Spin .cheerfully, not tearfully Tho' wearily you trod. Spin- carefully,' spin prayerfully But leave the 'thread with God, The treasurer's statement shows the finances almost the same' as at this time last year. The closing prayer was offered by Mrs. MeKerrol of Molesworth, At•the close of the meeting refresh- ments were served, A note of thanks and appreciation was expressed by Mrs, McLeod of Kincardine. RETAILERS TOLD ,OF REGULATIONS (Continued from page one) Mr, O'Brien said that the depart- mein he represents functions to in- terprset to the retailer the ways of rationing; to assist retailers in adapt- rich, were week-end visitors with Mr. and, Mrs. H. C. MaeLean, Mr, Robert 1.3osanan of Leamington, spent the 'week-end with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. L. H. Bosman. Sgt, • Allen Williams of Windsor, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, George Williams. LAC, Jack Day spent a couple of days last week with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, George Day, Turnberry; Mrs, R. J. Roberts and Mr. James Lundy of Toronto, are visiting with, their son •and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. C. A, Roberts. • , Mrs, C, H. Magee and two children returned from Ottawa last week, where they spent the summer with her hus- band, F.O. Magee, Mr, and Mrs, H, Niergarth, Mr, Wm. Chandler, Mrs. C. Jenkins and daughter Edna, attended the funeral of Mrs, Callaway, Elora. Miss Eileen Dark and friend Miss Muriel. Davies, nurses in training at Victoria Hospital, London, spent the week-end with the former's parents, Mr, and Mrs. Alex Dark, WEDDINGS Currie !. McLean The parsonage of Wingham United Church was the scene of a quiet wed-' ding When Rev. W, A. Beecroft united in marriage Janet Anne McLean, elder daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Rode- rick McLean, Morris township, and Donald Stewart Currie, also of Morris township. The bride looked charming in a cream sharkskin suit with navy -accessories. Their attendants were Miss Mary McLean, sister of the bride, and. Joseph Brewer. A wedding sup- per was served at the home of the bride's parents. The couple will re- side in Brussels. Donaldson - MacLean A very lovely wedding took place in Wing-ham Baptist Church at 2 o'clock, on Wednesday, October 13th, when Shirley Annabelle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert MacLean, Wingham, be- came the bride of Mr. John Donald- son of Mr. and Mrs. John Donald- son, Acton. The church was beauti- fully decorated and Rev. John Lucas officiated, The bride was becomingly attired in a street-length pink sheer dress and shirred waist and embroid- ered neckline and skirt. Her head- dress was of pink lace with streamers and trimmed with lily-of-the-valley. She carried a shower bouquet of Johanna Hill roses and wore a gold w ristwatch, the gift of the groona. MisS Vivian MacLean was her sister's bridesmaid. She wore a dress of aqua marine; peplum waistline and embroidered bodice, Her headdress was blue and white fashioned the same as the bride's and decked with forget- me-nots. Mr. Alvin L. Procter of Wingham was bestman. The wedding music was played by Mrs. John Fal- coner, Following the ceremony a re- ception was held at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Lucas, a buffet luncheon be- ing served. During the reception a telegram of congratulations was receiv- ed from the bride's brother, Pte, Bruce MacLean, who is stationed at Red Deer, Alberta, Following a trip to Northern Ontario the young couple will reside on Frances Street, Wing- ham., For travelling the bride wore a beige dress embroidered with green flowers, brown tweed coat and brown accessories. Friends were present at the ceremony from Windsor ,and De- troit, OBITUARY Ezra Merkley Following a weeks illness with pneumonia Ezra Merkley, a former resident of Wingham, passed on Thursday, October 14th, at his home, 821 Central Ave., London. He was in his 73rd year, Born near belmore he spent his boyhood there and as a young man went to the United States, near Chicago. Forty-nine years ago he returned to Canada and was mar- ried to Amelia Bolt and they farmed near Salem until they taint to Wing- ham in 1908, For nine years Mr, Markley conducted a grist mill and apple butter plant here. He then en- tered the ear business ity the stand' where his son Cecil, now ettrtieS, on business. Twenty years ago be went to London and has since been connec- ted with the motor industry in that city. He was a member of the United Church, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Rebeccas and the Eureka Lodge of Cantons and the Samaritans. Surviving are his widow; three sons, Percy of London; Cecil N. of Wingr- ham, and Harold of Windsor; also daughter, ;Mrs. Harry (Pearl) Hue- band, of London. He is also survived by a brother William, of Calgary and' two sisters, Mrs; Arthur Rumstedlar,. of Toronto; Mrs, William Attridge„ Rapid City, Sask. The funeral was .held from the Oat- man Funeral Home, London, on Sat- urday afternoon. The service was conducted by Rev., Mr. Richards of Centennial United Church. Pallbearers were members of the LO.O.F. and burial took place in Memorial Park Cemetery, London. Charles Inglis A former resident of Wingham, Charles Inglis of Dundas, passed on. Thursday,' October 14th, following a. stroke. He was in his 67th year, He resided here for a number of years and was foreman in the paint department of the chair factory. After leaving Wingham he lived at Chatham and. Walkerville prior to going to Dundas.. His wife was the former Florence Sill of town. Surviving besides his wife' are one son and four daughters. He Was a member of the Anglican church, and took a great interest in the Sun- day School being superintendent at Dundas for a number of years. Burial took place at Dundas on Saturday. Miss Ada Cline The death occurred at Perth, On- tario, early Monday, October 18th, of a former Wingham resident, Ada Cline, youngest daughter of the late J. A, Cline and Katharine Laidlaw The family left Wingham a great many years ago. They lived at Guelph, then Toronto 'but for some-- time Miss Cline lies resided at Perth;, She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Colin: A. Campbell of Perth. Burial took place in Wingham Cemetery on Tues- day afternoon. The service was con- ducted by Rev. Kenneth MacLean. The pallbearers were, H. C, MacLean,. A, M. Crawford, Donald Rae, Alex,. Coutts, George Carr, R. H. Lloyd. BORN DORAN — In St. Josepir.s General Hospital, Peterborough, on Tuesday, October 12th, to Mr. and Mrs, Richard Doran, a daughter, Maureen. Ellen, Ecy Victory tonds "Speed The Victory".