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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-03-08, Page 51. LISTEN to PREMIER George Drew Wed., Mar. 14 — on — CKNX WINGHAM • at 8.30 p.m. E.D.T. LOCAL AND PERSONAL j1,1rs. R R. Hobden is spending this week with friends in Forest, Capt. W. L..Kiess Of London, spent the week-erid at'his home here; I Toddler Takes His First Step Baby's first shoes should be chosen with care. . . . These roomy boots will give him the support he needs now. Sites 2 - 6. Rhys Pollock `Shoes for all the Family' • PAGE FIVE Front Grocery WINGHAM'S POPULAR PRICE GROCERY . If You Can't Come, Phone 17. Free Delivery, Ripe Sound Tomatoes regular 25c lb., special 19c GNreewe Greennp as Pascal IC ca be lbear y g7,118bc, for l0c Iceberg Head Lettuce—. regular 18c, head for ....,.„.... 7.1c - Green Top •Carrots, bch, ... lc Best Waxed Turnips, lb. 3o Tomato JUICE, Tip Top Jiffy Porridge, pk. 17c quality, '8-oz. g for 23c Jiffy Pie Crust, pk. 23c Stuffed Olives, 6-oz, bottle 27c Plain Olives, 6-oz, bottle 23c Electric Bulbs, 25 to 60, 2 - 25c Jam or Prom, 12-oz, tin 29c Lux or Lifebuoy Soap ....... 5c Woodbury's Facial Soap 6c Pat-a-Part Pastry, 24-lb. ,...„ 76e Pat-a-Pan Pastry, 7-lb. 26c Huron Pastry, 24-1b, ,...., ........ , 69c Calla Lily Pastry, 24-lb. ...., 8.5c Ready-Cut Macaroni, Quaker or Western, 10c pkg, only 8c OXYDOL or RINSO, large size pkg. 23c Princess FLAKES or SUPERSUDS, 25c for 23c Pork Sausage, home style 28c lb. Best Bologna, lb. 22c Best Weiners, lb. ' 27c Best Cooked. Ham, lb. "59c Cottage Rolls, Bacons, Meat Loafs, Headcheese, Summer Sausage Jackson's Roman Meal 27c Wheat Berries, Eatmore or Hemphill's, 5-lb. sack 23c Clark's Mushroom Soup 2 for 17c Old Dutch Cleanser, 2 for 19c Gillett's Lye, 2 for , 23c CHATEAU CHEESE, plain or pimento, pk. 1 9 Medium or Old CHEESE, the best, lb. . . 31c SUGAR—the best white or yellow, lb. . . . 8c Sunkist Sweet Oranges, size 288's i-doz. 15c; size 252's, doz. 19c; size 200's, doz. 24c Best Lemons by doz., 300's, 39c Best Yellow Bananas, lb. 14c Vigor 8 Beverage, 15-oz. 45c Lantern Glasses, tall or short, special only ' 10c Javez, concentrated, bottle 14c Homes De Lux Baking Powder, 8-oz, tin 15c for ... Kraft Dinner or Chees-a-Roni, with cheese, pkg. 1.7e Clark's Tomato Soup, tin 7c Oiford Inn Veg. Soup, 2 'for 19c Household Turpentine- 12-ox. bottle „. 14c. pints 23'c quart size bottle, only' 4.7c `Miss Agnes 'MacLean of TorontO, is visiting with her mother, Mrs. John A. MaeLean. • Miss Agatha Coultes of Maymooth, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Norman Keating. , • Mrs.- Hugh Martja and Dalton, of, Listowel,•are spending a few days with Mrs. Clifford Jenkins, Mrs. Cliffor:.d. Jenkins spent a day last week with her daughter at St. Joseph's Hospital; Guelph. ,Mr. W..G.• Gray of Niagara aFlls, has ,returned hoMe after spending a week with Mr. Levi' Lott, -Mrs. Malcolm .McCammon and baby Judy, are' visiting with her father, Mr. Alf. Loekridge and family. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Waugh of Owen Sound,, are the guests of Mrs. .and. DeWitt, Miss Loraine Carter and Mr. Clin- ton Bell of Kitchener, spent the week- end with his father,' Mr, Fred Carter. Miss Joyce Walker, student at Alma College, St. Thomas, spent the week- end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs, A. J. Walker. Mrs. (Di%) J. R. 'Sr: o' of Toronto, and LAC. Murray Rae of 'Hagersville, spent the week-end with their parents, ,,Mr. and Mrs. Donald Rae. Miss Mary Johnston ,and Mr.. and M rs. Joe' Kerr spent a few clays last week in Toronto. Mr. Kerr attended the Good Roads Convention. -Mrs. W. J. Henderson, Bluevale Road, is in Niagara Falls, attending the funeral of her brother-in-law, Joseph.Nickerson, Which is being held to=day (Wednesday). Mr. and. Mrs..-Lee Wardlaw of Guelph, spent the week-end with hei' parents,Mr and Mrs. D. Finlay. Mrs. Jack Farrow also was home for a few days, returning to London on 'Sunday with her husband. . .Victors at the hothe of Mr. and Mrs, Robt, Deyell -on Sunday were, Mr, and Mrs. Richard Park and granddaughter Edna Stewart of Dungannon; Miss Noreen Vanstone, Benmiller, and Mr. Richard Park, Jr., of Dungannon. OBITUARY Benson Cruikshank The sudden passing of Benson Cruikshank Saturday morning, March 3rd; was a great shock to the people of this community. Although he had not enjoyed good health for the past 'YOUR Red .Cross Needs YOUR Dollar", for relief of suffering NOW!. Suffering mounts as the War Pro- gresses and victory nears. The merciful ministrations of your Red Cross are needed more than ever —for prisoners of war, wounded and sick, victims of Nazi persecu- tion. IVO your dollars generously in response to the 1945 Red Cross Appeal, CANADIAN RED CROSS This space contributed by WALKER STORES, LIMITED . io Wherever the great destroyer, War, has passed, pain, suffering and sorrow follow in its wake. Young Men on the battlefield or in hospitals are tormented by sickness or wounds. Little children, mothers, aged people, are homeless, hungry, cold. In every theatre of war, whole cities lie in ruins, minions are suffering the pangs of disease, starvation and dire want. So the Red Cross will continue to reach out a helping hand, It Must heal C. A. Roberts, Local Chairman NADI Ot t° Save Money By Prepaying ........ Town of Wingham 1945 Taxes /{OWN c,„::\ ii wiN4 RAM 4.1:, 04/44711 44% 4* I Taxpayers inay make payments on account of 1945 taxes up to 80 per cent, of 1944 taxes,. Interest at the rate of ri'. per cent, per an- num will be allowed on such prepayments. Prepayments of taxes 1111.1.8t, be made at the Town Treasurer's Office, Town Hall. . W. A. GAIIMAITH, Treasurer" Town of Winghant Thurs.4ayj, March 8th, 1945 year and had been confined to bed since the, end of January, his passing Was not expected at this time. Satur- day morning he was as usual and after talking for a time with Mrs. Cruik- shank he was having a sleep. His son William, went to se ,him 'and found that he'had passed peacefully away. Mr. Cruikshank was one of the most highly regarded farmers in this dis- trict. A native of Turnberry, he was born on the farm on which he died. He was in his .62nd year, He took a great interest in every worthwhile pro- ject in the district and served his native township as treasurer for twenty-four years. He was a man of stifling qualities. As a member of the United Church, he tooka 'very active part in the church work and was a 'member of , the Board of Trustees, The Board of Stewards and of the Session 'of the church. He' was:also a member of the Wingham Lions Club. Surviving besides his wife, the former Lillian Kerr of Tiirnberry, to whom he was married in 1912, are two children, William Benson of Turn-berry, and Wren Mary Gertrude Cruikshank, of Esquimault, B. C., who has been on furlough at her home for the past two weeks. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. C. P. Smith of Victoria, B.C., and a grand- child, Julia Margaret CruikShank, Rev, W. A. Beecroft conducted the fur;eral service at his late residence, Turnberry, on Tuesday afternoon. Burial took place in Wingham Cem- etery. The pallbearers were, Frank R. Howson, J., A. Wilson, James Stapleton, George Orvis, H. French, J. W. Ainsley of Toronto. Dr. Thomas King The death' of a native of Bluevale, Dr. Thomas King, V.S., took place at his home in Souris,, Manitoba, on Sunday, February 25ih, Dr. King spent his youth at Bluevale and after graduating as a Veterinary Surgeon, he spent some time in the :United States but for the past forty years. had carried on a practice at Souris, Manitoba. He was in his 81st year. Mrs. Elmer Hastings, Mr. Frank Powell, Mrs, Win. Speir and Mrs. H. C, MacLean are nieces and nephew of the deceased. Robert Smith Robert Smith passed away suddenly at his, home, Alfred Street, Friday morning, March 2nd.. He had been off work for about a week apparently suf- fering from a cold. Friday morning lie had a heart attack passed on about one half hour later, Mr. Smith was in his 60th - year, He is a life- long resident of this district. Born in Culross Township he spent his youth there, He was a stone mason and carried on his trade in the' Kincardine and Ripley area prior to farming, for a number of years in East Wawanosh. Four years ago he came to Winghapt to reside. Thirty-five years ago he was married to May Rosewcll of Brant Township, Surviving besides his wife, is one son and seven daughters, Stuart, of Xitchener; Mrs, Alex (Verna) Zettler, Dortmelt; Mrs. Elwyn (Roberta) Chamucy, Winghain; Mrs. Harry (Minnie) Calver, Sudbury; Mrs. Jack (Martha) Fisher, London; Mrs, Jas. (Ruby) Thompson, London; Florence of London, and Claire at Koine. One son, Allan, predeceased bins nine years ago, The funeral was held from it A. Currie's Mineral Parlours on' Monday afternoon. The service was' in charge of AO. Howells of the Salvation Arnty. Burial took place ht Wing- Aanaxotelettry. WINRIAM CUBS Twenty-nine Cubs were in attend- ance at the regular meeting Wednes, day evening The highlight of .1he , evening was a very entertaining and instructive talk,by Dr, W.M, Connell on "Cleanliness". The Cubs gave the Grand Howl for Dr. Connell ,to show their appreciation. All Cubs 'present passed the "Hop- ping Test", Sixteen Cubs passed the "Ball Throwing" test, Next Wednes- day evening, the Cubs will try the "Skipping!' test, '• - BORN CARROLL — At the Western Hos- pital, Toronto, on Wednesday, Feb- ruary 28th, to Mr. and Mrs. George Carroll, (nee Mildred Field), To- ronto; a son, PROCTER — At Wingham General Hospital, on Friday, March 2nd, to Mr. and Mrs. Alvin. Procter, R.R. No. 4, Wingham, a son, Douglas Lawrence. GILLESPIE—At Wingham General Hospital, on Saturday, March 3rd, to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Gillespie, Whitechurch. a daughter, Donna May, MactiONALD—At Wingham General Hospital, on' Saturday, March 3rd, to, Mr. and Mrs. Peter MacDonald, R.R. No. 2, Holyrood, a son. GREIG—At Wingham General Hos- pital, on Saturday, March 3rd, to, Sgt. and Mrs. Gordon Greig, Wrox- eter (father overSeas), a son, Mel- ' ville Alexander, WILSON '— At Wingham General Hospital, on Tuesday, March 6th, to Mr. and Mrs. James Wilson, White- church,. a daughter. PAULIN—At Wingham General Hos- pital, on Tuesday, March 6th, to Mr. and Mrs. George Paulin, Wroxeter, a son, Neil George., JAMESTOWN Mrs. Gordon Holt, who spent last week with friends in Goderich, an,0 Winthrop; has returned home, The weekly quilting was held on Friday at the home of Mrs, William Balfour. Miss Doris Galbraith was a week- end Niisitors with her sister, Mrs. Bill. Martin, in London. The community was saddened when word was received by Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Willis,, that their son-in-laW, Private Russell. Hall„-was killed in ac- tion in Holland on February 19th. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife, formerly Irene Willis, and one little daughter, Mildred. Russell was a very fine young man, of a jolly disposition, and well liked by all who knew him. He joined the army two years ago February, and went overseas last July. We' extend our deepest sympathy to the bereaved. SALEM Mrs. Morrison Sharpie and Mrs. William Merkley, spent a few clays last week with the former's mother, Mrs. Warwick of London. Miss Gertie Bush of Wroxeter and Mr, and Mrs. Allister Green from near Wroxeter called on Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Weir last Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs, Thomas McMichael of Wroxeter spent a while Saturday with her brother, Mr. W. A. Cathers and Mrs. Cathers, The latter's father, Mr,+ Jacob Cathers, is still confined to his bed. Although advanced in years he has still had evry good health until lately, We hope be may soon be all right again, Mr, and Mrs. Wallace Wilton and daughter Blanche, from near Mildmay, spent last Sunday afternoon with Mrs, Wilton's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Steurnol, Miss Irene Finlay of the B Line, Howick, who attends high school in Wroxeter, spent the week-end with her cousin, Myrtle Gathers, Mr's. Fred Hytidman of Gorrie, spent one clay last week with her par- ents, Mr, and Mrs. John ‘Gowdy. Mr. Edwin Palmer called one day last week on his uncle, Mr. Lott, of Wingham, who is not very well at present. We are pleased to report that Mr. Thomas Martin has been able to re- turn from the Wingham Hospital and hope lie may soon be fully recovered. GORRIE Mr. and Mrs, Laurence Lovell of Orangeville, spent Sunday with leis parents, Mr, and Mrs, Thos. Lovell, Mrs. Bruce. Horne, has returned to her home in Toronto, after visiting her mother, Mrs, Ritchie for a week. Miss Mary Ritchie accompanied her sister to the. city for a Short time. Miss Madga 'Taylor has returned to her home in 11itchener„ after spending t cotilile of weeks with her sisters, Mrs. I(uowlson and Miss Nkra Taylor, Mr, Thomas Kelly spent 'the weak- end at his home in P6htidrSt011. Mr, Alex Livingstone, Toronto, was aweek-etid fittest at the borne of Mr. and Mrs, !rhos. Short. 'WINGI-IAM ADVANCE-TIMES. Card of Thanks The Harrisonfamily wish to thank their friends and neighbours for the kindness and sympathy shown them during their recent bereavement, and for the sleighs loaned, The Harrison Family. Sympathy is extended to Mr. Wil- liam Whitfield in the passing of his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Fraser, who died' at the home of her son, Ross, in Cleve- land. , Burial was in Brussels on Fri- day last, Mr. Elmer Dickison has purchased a 100-acre farm close to Teeswater, getting possession on the 15th of the month. Elmer's many friends wish him well with his newly .purchased farm. Mr, and Mrs. Opperhauser and son of Elmira, spent Sunday with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs, G. E. Foster, Miss Doris Galbraith spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. William Martin in London. The Senior room oh the Gorrie. Public School plan on holding a skat- ing party for the community in the Arena here, on Wednesday (to-night). As this is the first tine these children have undertaken any such enterprise for Junior Red Cross work, it is to be hoped they receive the support of the community. The Evening Auxiliary will hold their March meeting in the Board room of the church, on Tuesday night next, March 13, when group 3 will have charge. Mrs. Irving Toner giv- ing' the study book. Mr, Nelson Gowdy spent Sunday with his daughter, Miss 3:04n, who is a patient at Byron Sanitoriurn. Mr. Harold Watson is spending a few days wit h his parents, Mr. and .i4, Milton Watson. Mrs, Dowdell and daughter Audrey, Toronto, are spending the week with her mother, Mrs, John Hynclman. I t was found necessary to remove Mr. Hyndman to Listowel Memorial Hos- pital on Wednesday last, We are pleased to learn he is resting more easily at present which we trust will continue, was taken by Mrs. Norman Wade, who, gave a thoughtful talk on Lent, which was followed-by an appropriate hymn. A very dainty luncheon was served by the hostess, and a social half hour enjoyed by all, Jesse James Harrison The burial of the late Jesse James Harrison took place in Gorrie Ceme- tery on Wednesday, February 28th, The service was conducted by the Rev. R. C. Copeland at Irwin's Funeral Parlours. The pallbearers were, 'Wil- liam Harrison and son Jack of Wrox1 cter, Robert Fleming of Alton, Melvii - Harrison of Preston, Reg, Hobbs of Preston, Robert of Gorrie. Mr. Harrison passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Reginald Hobbs of Preston, on Monday, Feb- ruary 26th, in his 83rd year. He was born at Lakelet and in his early years was a farmer, but later was employed as pumpman with the C.P.R. His wife, the former Annie Stankey, passed on July 1928. He leaves to mourn his passing, five sons and three daughters, Tilly of Saskatoon; Herman of Guelph; Ro- bert of Gorrie; William of Wroxeter; Mrs. Reginald (Pearl) Hobbs of Pres- ton; Melvin of Preston; Evelyn of Alton, and Lloyd of Gorrie. datTHE RED CROSS ASKS 'YOUR HELP TO HEAL A WAR-TORN WORLD and comfort our own sick and wounded. It must send food, clothing, medical supplies to war-torn lands. And the' Canadian Red Cross will answer this urgent call. Por the Canadian Red Cross is you and your friends and your neighbors, and all the good folks tip and down this fair Dominion of ours. You will send help yes, life itself to the stricken people of other lands. You will stand staunchly behind ow. Red Cross, and Western Foundry, Phone 85. CROSS ora St. Stephen's W. A. The regular meeting of St. Stephen's t Church W. A., was held at the resi- Bence of Mrs. F. C. Taylor, on March 1st, with practically all the members in attendance. W. A. and Red Cross sewing comprised the e.work for the afternoon. Plans were completed for the annual St. Patrick sale and hot supper to be held in the Orange Hall, Saturday, March 17th. , The devotional part of the meeting