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This Space Donated By Wingham Utilities Commission Thursday, May 4th, 1944 *INGHAM ADVANCE,TIMES PAGE ME a- ii a .. , 1 We Must See. the .,-!: a ,• 1 - job Through • il a , a _ AND--- i it i it _ ▪ We Must Buy More • a i B Victory .Bonds • li 1 t . "PUT VICTORY FIRST" 1 . I i a. 4 I I I Inserted by Huron Co, Victory Loan Committee. • • Citizens of Huron County • v t et WEDDINGS • Harris - Bell A pretty wedding of local interest was solemnized in Christ Church, New Catton, Norwich, England, on March 18th., at 2 p. m, when Joan Ivy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Bell, of Norwich and LICpl. William Rich- ard Harris, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Harris of Winghain, Ontario, were united in marriage with Rev. G. E, Diamond, officiating, Given in rntrriage by her father, the bride was becomingly attired in white cloque, tulle veil and carried a bouquet of Red Mrs. Norman Shiell, Cpl. J. Muir McLaughlin of the Test and Development Flight R.C.A.F., Rockcliffe, spent the week-end at his home near Wingham. A/S Geo. Mason, R.C.V.N.R. Mrs. and Mrs. Jack Mason. Mrs. E. C. Apps and two children, who spent the past few months with Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Currie, returned this week to their home in Kenora. Cpl. George Currie spent a few days at his home here last week, and while here attended the funeral of his broth- in-law, Mr. Hilton ,Ogden;•at Kirkton, had continued to operate a threshing outfit for more than 50 years. He was married 35 years ago to Miss Mary H. Scott of Bltievale, and for a short time farmed on the 2nd. concession of Mor- ris, moving to Bletevale 22 years ago. Mason and daughter, Barbara, are vis- He was employed with the firm of the 1 late Duff & Stewart at the saw mill. iting with the former's parents, Mr, Later he purchased a portable saw mill which he had operated for 25 years. He was a man of sterling character, honest and upright. A Liberal in pol- itics and a Presbyterian in religion. He is survived by his wife, and one daugh- ter, Mrs. Neil B. McEachern (Olive), of Arthur, three grandchildren,. Louise Gilbert and Neil iMcEachern. Four brothers,,,John and William of Morris, Charles, Brussels and Martin of Wing-. ham, two sisters, Mrs. J. 3. Sellers, Morris, and Miss Lillian. Garniss of Detroit, survive. « The funeral service was held from Knox Presbyterian Church on Friday afternoon, April 28th,, when a large 'number of sorrowing relatives and friends gathered to pay final tribute. The service was conducted by Rev. F. G. Fowler, minister of the church, as- sisted by Rev. Campbell Tavener of the United church and Rev. S. Kerr of Melville Presbyterian church, Brussels, a ,former student minister at Bluevale. Mr, Fowler spoke -from Proverbs, "The memory of the just is blessed." John Edward Fells A life long resident of this commun- ity, John E. Fells, passed on at the home of his brother-in-law, Cyrus W. Scott, East Wawanosh, on Monday, April 24th. Mr. Fells was in his 78th year and had spent his entire life in this dislrict. He was born on the 6th of East Wawanosh and continued to reside there until 1918 when the family moved to Wingham, Mrs. Fells, the former Annie I-1, B. Scott, died in No- r. verriber 1940. Since 'the death of his 1. wife Mr. Fells has lived With hie bro- il ther-in-law.. He was a member of the Presbyterian church and attended ser- i vices faithfully so long as his health permitted. Surviving IS A. son, Elliott; principal ;1.-1 of the school at Smooth Rock Falls, ;11 and a daughter, Fairy, who teaches school at COttrtright. Another son, Oliver, predeceased him in 1087 =-C. The 'funeral :service was held at his late residence, Diagonal Road, Wing, ham, on Thursday afternoon, The W- ee ee trite was conducted by Rev. Kenneth Ml MacLean of St, Andrew's Presbyter. • ian church, Burial took place in the Brandon centetery., dine pallbearers were Bruce Stott, Walter Stott, Earl Carnations. and White Heather, The bridesmaids, Miss Edith Iitting, cousin of the groom, wore green taf- feta with forget-me-not trimming and Miss Joan Bussey•wore flame tafetta. They carried bouquets of Anemies, LiCpl. Allan Coborn was best man, A reception followed at the home of the bride's parents and the bridal •couple left for linnstanton on their honey- moon, Among the many guests at- tending the wedding were two foirner Wingliam boys, Sgt, Dave Crothers, and LISgt, Joe King, both friends of the groom, Ito Use. of Maple Syrup", lerS, Hem- I ingway has icharge of Current Events and Mrs. V. Shera will1bave charge of Garden Forum. There will also he -payment of fees. • Sweet Biscuits, five varieties, shipment just received Palm Garden Tea, delicious Orange Pekoe, 1/2 lb. pkge. Mills, Albert Coulter, Telford Cook, Milan Moore, Edgar Milton Snell On Sunday noon, April 80th, follow. ing an illness of almost two years, ,Ed- gar Milton ,Snell, passed away at his home, John street. In July 1942 Mr. Snell was on a fishing expedition, up the Saugeen, when he suffered a stroke and since that time has not enjoyed good health, He was born in Wing., ham, the son of the late John and Ly- dia Snell, who were well known •pion- eers of this community. He was in his 73rd year. After attending Wing- ham Public School he graduated from Uppers Canada College, Toronto, He went to the Erie railway and remained with that firm until he retired to Wing- ham six years ago. He made a name for himself in the railway business and for some time was Import and export agent at New 'York and Chicago. Prior to his retirement he was General Care, adian agent with offices at Toronto. Mr. Snell lived a full end interesting life, He was a lover of the great out doors, and was active in sports, golf, bowling, curling, fishing. He was a past president of the Wingham Horti- cultural Society and the Wingham Fish and Game Club, He was a mem- ber of the bowling and curling clubs and of Wingham A.F. & A.M. His fondness for flowers was evidenced 'by his garden which is one of the finest in this district, Prior to coming to Wingham he was ari active member in the Railway Club, the Passenger Club, Transportation Club, Lakeview Golf and Country Club, High Park Bowling Club and the St. Stephen's Club of Montreal, Surviving is his wife, the former. Bonnie Chambers of Sidney, Ohio. His sister, Mrs. Minnie Jackson of De- troit, and his brother, Albert of Tol- edo, predeceased him. The ftineral service is being held to- day (Wednesday), at St. Paul's Angli- can church of whieh he was a mem- ber. The service4ill be in charge of Rev. E. 0. Gallagher, the rector. In- terment will take place in Wingham cemetery, The pallbearers, A. M. Crawford, J. H. Crawford, George Or- vis, Dave Fortune, Donald Rae, Art Wilson. Mrs. John Darling Ill for but a week and a half, Mrs. John Darling passed on at the home of her son-in-law, R. J. Scott, East Wawariosh, on Monday, May 1st, in her 82nd year. She was born in Blen- heim township, near 'Ayr, and lived near London prior to coming to Turn- berry. Fifty-six years ago she was married to Wm. D. Aitken of Turn- berry, and he passed on in 1905, In November 23 years ago she was mar- ried to John Darling, who died in No- veMber last year. She was the former Helen Rutherford. In religion she was Presbyterian, a. member of the Bel- more congregation. Surviving are two daughters and two sons, Mrs. Scott (Agnes D,) Inglis, Carrick; Charles W. Aitken, near Kincardine", James M. Aitken, Donavon, Sask; and Mrs. R. 5. (Margaret I.) Scott of East Wawanosh. She was predeceased by a son, Stewart, and a daughter, Mary. A private funeral is being held at the home of her son-in-law, R. 3. Scott, East"Wawanosh, this afternoon (Wed-. nesday). Rev, Mr, Cram of Teeswat- er, will conduct the service. Burial will be in Wingham cemetery. William Hilton Ogden William Hilton Ogden, of Whalen Corners, died Monday April 24th, at Victoria Hospital, London, in his 48th year. ' He is survived by his widow, the former Laura Currie of East Wa- wanosh, and three childreneJean, Lon-, don; Mary, at home; William, R.C.N. V.R„ Halifax; his father, William Og- den, Sr., Lacan;e a sister, Mrs, Roy Neil, Hazel Park, Mich.; a brother, Jack, Emmet, Mich. The funeral ser- vice was held in St, Paul's Church, Kirkton, on Thursday afternoon, with burial taking place in Kirkton Angli- can .cemetery. A number from Wingham and vicin- ity attended the funeral. BORN SCOTT—In Wingham General Hos- pital, on Tuesday, May 2nd, to Mr. and Mrs. Art Scott, Belgra.ve, a son, GORRIE Rev, and Mrs. G. B. Igobes, Mr. and Mrs. H. V. Holmes, Mrs, G, S. King and Miss Myrtle Short, were in Lon- don last week attending the Women's Auxiliary Convention, Mrs, Bert Abel, Listowel, visited her brother, Mr, and Mrs. R, G, New- ton a couple of days last week. L. A, C, Verne Clarke and Mrs. Clarke of Mount Soli, Quebec, are spending his furlough with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs, !Gordon 'Underwood and his parents in Listowel. institute :Meets IVlay loth. The Women's Onstitute Will be held on Wednesday next May 10th., at the home of Mrs, B, H. Strong, I.o11 Call will 'be responded to •by "MY VaVoltre Mr. and Mrs. John Speiran, Brus- sels, were, guests of Mr. and Mrs. E, W, Whitfield on Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs, Victor Shera spent 'Thursday with her cousins, Mr. 'and Mrs, W. H. Herbert at Moorefield. Mrs. Gordon Johnson, daughter and granddaughter, were guests on Wed- nesday of the former's aunt, Mrs. Min pie Querin, Mrs. Harold Keil of London, is spending a short time with her sister, Mrs, Andrew Edgar and Mr. Edgar, Mrs, Simpson of Molesworth, has purchased the property from the estate of the late James McLeod. Mrs. Joe Wade of Wroxeter, was a week-end guest of Mr, and Mrs. R, W. N, Wade. Those attending Presbyterial held last week in Clinton were, Mt.s. R. C. Copeland, Mrs. W. H, Gallaher, Mrs. R. A. Ashton, Miss Margaret ane. Mr, Clarence 'Grainger, Walton, was a Sunday guest of his brother, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil 'Grainger. Mrs. Ferguson and sister, Miss Bet- ty Heinmiller, Hespler, spent the week end with their Mother, Mrs. V. Hein- miller. Miss Velma Baiers, New Hamburg, visited friends in town last week, Mr. Dilworth, Brussels, spent the Week-end with his sister, Mrs, Harold Hyndman and Mr, Hyndman, Sunday guests of Mr, and Mrs. Jas. Anger were, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Anger and son of Moorefield; Mr. and Mrs. Boyne and, Mr. and Mrs. Leop- ard, both of Ligeowel. Wednesday is again half holiday, be- ginning today (Wednesday) and will continue until December. The merch- ants however, will be open for business on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday nights, so there will be little occasion to interfere with the half holiday, Howick township schools plan on holding a Musical Festival in Gorrie township hall on May 29th. This is the first of its kind to be held here and we trust it will be a success. Mrs. Oakley and children, Toronto, moved to Gorrie on Thursday last and for the present at least are residing in apartments at the hotel. Mrs. Querin accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Holmes to Toronto on Saturday. The Evening Auxiliary is being held in the board room of the United church tonight (Wednesday) with .Group 2 in 'charge. Roll call."A poem for Mother's Day". BLYTH course, Mrs. Vern Rutherford, Mrs. Lorne Webb, Mrs. Wm,Watson and Miss Woodcock, president of the Red Cross Society. Following the banquet Dr. Annie Ross was presented with a reading lamp for her untiring efforts in making the class a success. Dr. Ross replied saying she had many pleasant memories of the class, LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mrs. W. J. Greer is spending a few :days visiting in Toronto. • Capt. Harry Towne of Guelph, spent the week-end at his home here. Sgt. Allan Small of Toronto, spent the week-end with hie parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Small. Mrs. W. W. Armstrong is visiting this week with her aunt, Mrs. Edith Woods, Toronto. Mrs. Marvin Smallman of Toronto, is visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A.7 Miller. Mrs, David Finley has spent the past week at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lee Wardlaw, Listowel. Miss Marion Hinde, Reg. N., of the Freeport Sanitarium, Kitchener, spent the week-end with her mother. O.S. Bill Hobden H,M.C.S, Star Ha- milton, spent the week-end with his parents, R. R. and Mrs. Hobden, Mrs. R, H. Saint has returned home after spending the pasetwo weeks with her daughter, Mrs, G. Hoy of London. Mrs. Cosens spent a week in Lon- don with her sister, Miss Turner, who underwent an operation in Victoria Hospital. Miss Anne Shiell of London, and Major R. J. Elliott of Ottawa, spent the week-end at the home of Mr. and •MOMMINMR Aimamitaimmentatimmommammit. The 23rd. ,psalm'and "Abide With Me" were sung by the congregation. Mrs. Jas. Cleghorn of Wingham, formerly of Bluevale, sang "Be Still My Soul" accompanied by the church organist, Mrs. Donald Robertson, Wingham. The pallbearers were Gordon Embury, a life long friend, and five nephews, Frank and Edward Garniss, George and Charles Brewer and Walter Sel- lers. Flower bearers were L. A. C. Elmer Sellers, Thomas Garniss, Burns Moffatt, Malcolm Black and Raymond Elliott. • The many beautiful floral tributes expressed the esteeem in which the deceased was held: Burial was in the family plot in ,the Bluevale cemetery, mm.0•••••••••••• • OBITUARY John Eli Jacques Following a brief illness, John Eli Jacques, 90, passed away at St, Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, on Friday, Born in Albany, N, Y„ Mr, Jacques lived for the greater part of his life in Whitechurch, Where he farmed for many years, retiring 25 years ago. Following the death of his wife a year ago, Mr. Jacques left Whitechurch and took up residence with his eon, George Jacques, in Preston. Surviv- ing are two sons, George of Preston, and Wilfred of Sudbury and seven grandchildren. The funeral service was held at Chalmer's Presbyterian Church, Whitechurch, on Monday af- ternoon, with the minister, Rev, H, Wilson, officiating, Burial took place in Wingham cemetery. The pallbear- ers were John Simpson, John Mow- bray, Price Scott, W. J. Coulter, Frank Coultr, Walter Lott. Reuben F. Garniss Reuben F. Garniss 'passed away at his home in Bluevale on Tuesday evening, April 25th., in his 72nd. year, following a stroke of paralysis which he suffered on Sunday. He was born in Morris township, son of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Garniss, pioneer settlers. He attended public school at Brown- town and when a young man went threshing with two older brothers, he 'class numbering thirty-fie were tend- ered a banquet in the Red Cross rooms on the occasion of the closing of the class. Seated at the head table were Dr. Annie Ross, who has been the very efficient instructor for the past thirt- e,en weeks, Dr, Vokes addressed the class in his usual happy manner, and the following urses who assisted in the 45c Chipso, ivory Snow, Lux, Rinso and Oxydol, regular package . ......... . ...... .25c LAC. Lloyd Wettlaufer and Mrs. Wettlaufer are visiting with Toronto relatives. Mr. and Mrs. John Medd of Flullett township wir,e guests of the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. 3. H. Phillips on Sunday. The condition of Mr. A. W. Robin- son, who has been confined to Clinton hospital for the past month as the re- sult of a fall, is so much ornproved that it is hoped he will be able to re- turn home this week. The St. Johns Ambulance Nursing 111311111.121111111131r Custom Hatching Space available for hen or turkey eggs after May 1st, eggs to be at hatchery on Saturdays or Wednesday, trays hold 200 eggs. Place your order before you save your eggs, to be sure of having them set when desired. There will be Leghorn Chicks, sexed or mix- ed for May 2nd, also on, and after May 19th. , Call in or 'phone your requirements ' ALEC. WOODROW BRUSSELS, Phone 77 - 4 ONTARIO I