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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1944-06-15, Page 7*Thursday, June 15th, 1944 MANY doctors are with the armed forces; and those who remain at home do double duty to give us untiring prdtection. Brantford Roofs have given untiring protection to thousands of Canadian homes for nearly 40 years. They embody the finest materials, work- manship and protective features—a dependable safeguard against the elements. A Brantford Roof will not curl, warp or split. All Brantford Roofing is fire-resistant, easily applied and rea- sonably priced. The colours are modelled on Nature's soft, warm shades and blend harmoniously with any setting to enhance the smartness of your home. • Brantford Asphalt Slates are' particu- larly attractive, and help to lower the cost of fire insurance. Fastest Service Newest equipment .. Experienced workmen • There are no "green" hands, or old-fashioned equipment in our plant. Everything is new, modern and planned to turn out unbeat- able tire repairs in shortest pos- sible time. We can repair and vulcanize your tractor and truck tires—retread your truck tires and make any kind of repairs on any kind of tire. MURRY JOHNSON Phone 62, Wingham — and — Armstrong's Vulcanizing & Service Station Bert Armstrong, phone 181 Wingham AT ONCE! Check over your tractor and truck tires now. if you find any "suspicious characters," get them on their way to us for fixing up. No perMit needed for repairs and vulcanizing: Business and Professional Directory WELLINGTON FIRE Iniurance Company Est. 1840 An all Canadian Company which has faithfully served its policy 'holders for over a century. Head Office — Toronto H. C. McLean Insurance Agency Wingham A. H. INAVISH, B.A. Teeswater, Ontario Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public and Conveyancer Office: Gofton House, 'Wroxeter every Thursday afternoon 1.30 to 4.30 and by appointment Phone — Teeswater 1201 HARRY FRYFRE Licensed Embalmer and Funeral Director Furniture and Funeral Service Ambulance Service „- Phones: Day 109W. Night 1091 J. H. CRAWFORD Barrister, Solicitor, Notary, Etc. Bonds, Investments & Mortgages Wingham Ontario J. W. ROHM Barrister, Solicitor, Notary, Etc Money To Loan Office -- Meyer Block, Wingham THOMAS FELLS AUCTIONEER REAL ESTATE sott) A thorOttgh Knowledge of Patti Stock. Phone 2a1, Wingham FREDERICK A. PARKER OSTEOPATH Offices: Centre St., Wingham Oste4athic and Electric Treat- ments, Foot Technique. Phone 272. Wingham, J, A. FOX Chiropractor and Drugless Therapist. RADIONIC EQUIPIVIENT COMPLETE HEALTH SERVICE Phone 191, K. M. MactENNAN Veterinary Surgeon Office Victoria 8t., Watt: Formerly the Hayden Residence' PHONE 196 %gingham, , Ontario PLUG SMOKING TOBACCO Stmei 1# goes fariher and /ash longer* WINGliAM ADVANCE-TIMES ing to the way chirstians live. At the .P1050 of the meeting a caf, feteria lunch was served and a social. time spent. Mission Pawl Plan Picnic Sixteen members of, the Happy Hearts Mission Band of the United Church met in the School-room of the church Sunday morning for the regu- lar meeting. Mrs. Earl Anderson was in charge, The call to worship, was followed by the Lord's Prayer repeat= ed in unison. The business period included plans for a picnic to be held at the 4th line bridge drt July 1st, The scripture lessbn was read by Eileen Holmes, Muriel Cook read a prayer. The roll call was responded to and a collection of 43 cents was received. Mrs. Anderson conducted the study period. ' Hymns used were "Far Around the World," "Stand up, stand- up for Jesus" and "God Sees the Little Spar- row fall'." Keith Andersbn and Grant Holmes were appointed to arrange the program for the next meeting. The' meeting closed with prayer. Ask your local dealer fox information and prices on Brantford Asphalt Slates—Insulated Siding —and Roll Roofings: BR-2-44 BELGRAVE Guild Hears of Pioneer Church The Ladies' Guild of Trinity Angli- can Church were entertained at the home of Mrs. John McGill. There was a good attendance of members. Mrs. Robert Higgins was in charge of the . program, and the meeting opened with the rector, Rev. P. H. Streeter, leading in a hymn and prayer. The scripture lesson was read by Miss Ruth 13radburn. A splendid paper on "The Pioneer Church" was given by Mrs. F. Shoehottom; The roll call -was responded to by naming "Some- thing used by the Pioneers." The president, Mrs. C. Wade occu- pied the 'chair for the business period. Minutes of the last meeting vre read by the secretary, Mrs. R. Procter and Mrs. J. McGill gave the financial re- port. A motion was adopted to have the church tables insured. Confirmation veils are to be made DONALD B. BLUE Experienced Auctioneer Licensed for Counties of HURON & BRUCE All Sales Capably Handled R. R. 1, Kincardine Phone: Ripley 30-24. DR. R. L. STEWART PHYSICIAN Telephone 29 it A. CRAWFORD, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Phone 150 Wingham DR. W. M. CONNELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON' Phone 19 for the service to be held in the church on Friday, evening, June 16. It was planned to do some painting ,at the Rectory in Blyth. New Prayer Books are to be purchased for the church. Donations were made to the Flower Fund, Birthday contest and monthly fees were paid. The meeting closed with prayer by Mr. Streeter, after which refreshments were served by the hostess. Vancouver Woman Guest Speaker A joint meeting of Knox United Church Women's Missionary Society and Women's Association prepared by the joint committee of the Dominion Women's Association Council and the Ddminion Board of the , Women's Missionary Society, was held in the church 'basement, conducted by the Missionary president, Mrs. James Michie. Mrs. Mack Sanford of Van- couver, president of the Vancouver Presbyterial, was,the guest speaker. Mrs. Earl Anderson gave a report of the Annual Meeting of the London Conference Branch of the Women's Missionary Society which she attended as•a delegate from North Huron. The theme of the meeting was "The, Church Women's Responsibility to the Community." Mrs. L. Hopper read the scripture lesson. Mrs. J. Miller led in prayer. Several papers and short talks told how the, "Woman visitor from the church could help to bring people into the church and into a closer fellow- ship with Jesus Christ. Taking part wyre Mrs. J. Wheeler, Mrs. R. .Charn- ney, Mrs. C. Procter, Mrs, T. B. John- ston, Mrs. E. Wightman and Mrs. N. Keating. A short business session was held, when minutes of the last meeting of the two organizations were read and the treasurer's reports given. An of- fering was also received. Mrs. Sanford, who attended the meeting of the Dominion Board of the Women's Missionary Society in To- ronto last week, brought some of the highlights of that meeting and continu- ed with an inspirational talk on what Missions means to the individual. She said: not only in groups and through organizations but in all the contacts we make with those about us is our missionary influence felt. Mrs. Anderson, in her report said Huron County stood second highest in the Conference in its Missionary givings. She passed on this appeal that if each members would give an in- crease of eleven cents each month, the increased need of the present time could be met. In closing she quoted from the Con- ference President's address, Mrs. H. Childs, who 'said: a worse evil or a better good lies on the world accord- Here for the Pickell-Wheeler wed- ding were Mr, and Mrs. Goldwin Wheeler, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Crel- lin and baby, Miss Ruth Wheeler, Reg. N., and Miss Evelyn Wynne, of Lon- don, Mrs. Kinnaird of San Diego, Cal., Mr. and Mrs. Benson Hamilton of Sea- forth, Mrs. F. Byrne of Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Pickell and daughter Leona, Mrs. T. WI Pickell, Mrs. A. Taylor, Mr, and Mrs. Miller Procter and Mrs. Orton Grain of Wingham, Mr, and Mrs. William Procter of Brus- sels and Miss Ferrol Higgins of Galt. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Dunn and daughter Roberta, and Mrs. I. S. Pat- terson of London, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Higgins. Mrs, Mack Sanford of Vancouver, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stonehouse. Mr. and Mrs. William Leitch of De- troit, Mr. and Mrs. Ho'race McGuire and daughter Shirley, of London, Maurice Leitch of Owen Sound, with Mr. and Mrs. James Leitch. Institute Meets June 20 The Agricultural meeting of the Belgrave Women's Institute will be heM Tuesday, June 20th, at the home of Mrs. J: M. Coultes. Program con- venors are Mrs. Gordon Higgins and Mrs. Nelsen Higgins. Roll' to be answered by a "Use for Milk". Ad- dress, Mrs. Stewart Procter, and quiz by Mrs. E. Anderson. Community singing. Report of the District An- nual, Lunch committee, Mrs. G. Hig- gins, Mrs. N. Higgins and Mrs. W. Armstrong. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Cartwright and family of Blyth were visitors with Mrs. J. A. Brandon. Brick W. M. S. Held Tea The Brick Church W. M. S. met on Friday, June 9th at the home of Mrs. Lawrence Taylor, with a good attend- ance. Mrs. Pattison was in charge of the meeting. The scripture lesson was taken from several chapters of the Bible and was' read in unison. The address on Christian Stewardship, was given by Mrs. Cecil Coultes. Mrs. McBurney gave a poem on Temper- ance. Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Dunlop and Mrs. Coultes led in prayer remember- ing those who are fighting for liberty, truth and right. Mrs. Wightman clos- ed the meeting with prayer. A ten cent tea was served and enjoyed by all. Mrs. S. McBurney's group will be in charge df the July meeting. Vti ROXETER Capt. J. and Mrs. Barlow of New York, spent the past week with their daughter-in-law, Mrs, Jack Barlow and Mr. and Mrs. James Sangster. Mrs. Barlow accompanied them to Toronto, where they will visit for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. Vern Denny, Miss Thelma Denny, Miss Mary MacDon- ald and Miss Kay Irwin, spent Sun- day with friends at Ripley. Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Wearring, Miss- es Agnes and Margaret Wearring, also Mrs. J. N. Allen, attended Flower' Service at Wingham United Church on Sunday morning, Mr. and Mrs. a S. MacNaughton, Mr. John MacNatighton, also Mrs. J. Lovell and Mrs. J. H. Wade, of Wing- ham, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs, ,Norrnan T. McLaughlin bf Wing- ham. Sixteen members of the local W. I., also five visitors, attended the East Huron District Annual at Eluevale oil Thursday of last week, Corp. Crawford Gibson of Prince George, B. C., is spending a few days leave With his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Gordon Gibson, friends of Tack IVIcallen, who has had an attack of scarlet fever, will be glad to know he is snaking good pro. gross. lack was lucky enough to reach home on le'ave before becoming. Etorn*At Strathelair„ Manitoba, on May 23rd, to Mr. and Mrs. Allister Elliott (nee Kay Nicklin), a daughter, Barbara Ellen, Mrs. Carter and Mrs. MacDougall, of Wingham, are spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. T. Mundell. Mr. and Mrs. Allister Green, also Miss IGerty Bush, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Edgar of Morris. Mr. Thos. Ritchie, Mrs. Frank Sanderson, also Mrs. D. S. Mac- Naughton, were visitors on Tuesday with Mr. Arkell" arid Miss Helen Arkell, near Teeswater. Mr. Bill Timm of Listowel, is spend-- ing& a few weeks with Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Timm.. Mrs. H. I. Durst, her sister, Mrs. Glossop, and Betty Ann, of Listowel, were Toronto visitors over the week- end. Mr. Teller of Durham is with the C.P.R. at Wroxeter as foreman of the section in the absence of Mr. Vern Denny. Mr. and Mrs. H. V. McKenney were in Toronto over the week-end, Mr. McKenney going to attend a present- ation at Order of Railway Telegraph.- ers Dinner for retiring employees. Sunday evening service in St. James church was withdrawn owing to service of district A.F. and A.M. in United churcli, Evening service will be held on Sunday next, June 18th, with Holy Communion, following evening service. Mrs. Allan Griffith spent last week with Mr. and Mrs. M. Abram of Lis- towel. Miss K, Irwin of the Continuation staff and Miss MacDonald of the Public School in Wroxeter have re- signed. During the years these teach- ers have been in Wroxeter they have given much tb the village and com- munity, the choir, Sunday School, C.G.I.T., and any other worthy under- taking, so their leaving will be regret- ted by everyone, The principal, Mr, Hector Knight and Mrs. G. A, Wear- ring of the primary room are again to be on the local staff, ,‘ Gift From Italy A lovely gift, a' bed spread, of ex- quisite color and design, was received last week by Mrs. H. V. McKenney from a nephew, Pte. Robert Thom- son, who is in service in Italy, The evening service at United church was well attended when under the auspices of North Huron District A,F, Fit A,F. an annual service was held, Bro, Rev. R. M. Stewart 'of Teeswater, was speaker, and spoke from the words, "He bath showir thee 0 man what is good and what doth the Lord require of thee but to do justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with thy God". Micah, Chap. 6, verse 8. The words of the anthem sung by the choir were "I heard the voice of Jesus say, Come un to Me," Miss Mary 1Viaebottald was soloist, and tang "Abide With Lis," The hymns used were "All nail the Power ,of Jesus game, "Onward Chirstiall Soldiers" anti 'Rise up 0 men of God", The entire centre pews 1,vere occupied by members of Porest Lodge and many 'visitors froth surrotmtling towns. Howick Lions' Picnic There was a record attendance at Fordwich park on Saturday afternoon, when the Howick Lions' Club spon- sored a picnic for all school 'and pre- school age children. Around 300 kid- dies and a large number of grown-ups enjoyed the races, ball games and other sports. There was a booth — each child being given 3 tickets for treats. School Inspector Game was present and spoke briefly commending the Lions' Club for their interest in the children. At 6 p.m. picnic lunch was served. All returned home tired but happy and the children of Howick will not soon forget the good time they had at the Lions' picnic. Lions' Club Name Officers Howick Lions' met on Thursday evening for their monthly dinner meet- ing which was served by the Women's Association of United Church, The guest speaker was Capt. John Barlow, of New York, who is in charge of shipping for British Ministry in the United States, His interesting address was greatly enjoyed by all the mem- bers. Tailtwister Lion Ken Edgar, had a busy evening taking fines. Lion Tamer Thos. Burke, had the usual surprises in stunts, etc. The election of officers was also carried out with the following to carry on for 1944 - 1945: President, Cloyne Michael; 1st Vice- pres., Allen Munroe; 2nd Vice-pres,, Earld Patterson; 3rd. Vice-Pres., Wil- ford King; Directors, Gordon Gibson, Bob. Marshall, Cameron Edgar, Larry O'Dwyer; secretary, Hector Knight; treasurer, W. A. Sawrell; Tailtwister, Ken Edgar; Lion Tamer, Art Chisolm, assist. Tamer, Rev. H. Moorehouse.i Red Cross Notes Due to an urgent appeal for "Thimbles" for Women's Comfort Bags, the local Red Cross are having a shower and all wishing to contribute will please have them turned in by June 28th, when they will be packed with finished articles on hand and shipped to headquarters. Work Rooms Close The local Red Cross Work Rooms will be closed for the month of July. Please take out work for this period beforehand. Let us not forget to keep working—our boys need our help. Save Waste Fats Keep in mind the need for Waste Fats for the war effort. Even small amounts are appreciated. Bring to, local Red Cross Rooms where a com- mittee, Mrs. *MacKenney and Mrs. Durst, will take care of all donations. Women's Missionary Society The June meeting of the W. M. S. United Church, was held on Wednes- day evening. The president, Mrs. Allen Munroe, 'presided and opened with the hymn, "Father whose will is Life and Good", followed by respons- ive reading of psalm 709, God is our refuge and strength. "China" was the subject, each member bringing some- thing of interest, The president led in prayer. Mrs„ MacNaughton sang. "Lead Kindly Light" with Mrs. Wear- ring accompaning. Mrs. Jas. Douglas reported on the bale. Mrs. Munroe, , delegate to the recent presbyteria/„,„, gave an excellent account of the meet— ings, The closing hymn and Mizpah benediction brought the meeting to a - close. • a Brantford Roofs Brantford Roofing Company. Limited, Brantford, Ontario For sale by STAINTON •HARDWARE Bill Martin Honoured The newly formed service club of Wroxeter put on their first party for local returning service men on Tues- day night last, when the guest of hon- our was Bill Martin, a survivor of the Athabaskan. Sangsters orchestra pro- vided music for the dancing and bingo games were conducted by Ken Edgar and this committee. During the even- ing an address was read by Mr. W. A, Sawtell and a cheque presented to Bill with the compliments and good wishes of the whole community. A lunch counter provided sandwiches and coffee for the very large crowd in at- tendance. Damage Suit Settled The suit of William Holmes, type- writer repairman, against John A, Johnston and Barry Wenger of the Mildmay Gazette, which was the last case to be heard at the sittings of the Supreme Court before Mr. Justice Kel- ly last week was not completed in the court, a settlement having been teaelt,. ed by the parties concerned while the. hearing was in progress. The terms, of the settlement have not been made public