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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-08-09, Page 4VAG r ltio*ick Li o ns Club THIRD ANNUAL FROLIC Gorrie Fri., Aug, 10th GAMES BINGO — BOOTHS THE HAPPY COUSINS CONCERT CO. Six outstanding artists will present a program of musical, vocal, numbers, also imitations, comic and character sketches. ADMISSION TO ALL — 35c TWO DANCES Street Jitney Modern Dance to Carruther's Orchestra and. Old Time Dancing in the Hall to McDpwell`s Orchestra with George Jordan as floor manager, Draw for $250.00 in prizes at midnight. Mildmay 45-piece Boys' and Girls' Band in attendance. jo=0) 0 0 0 0=0, THESE ANT ADIS BRING RESULTS , 0 ) 6fO 11/2 cents a word per insertion, with a minimum charge of 25c. .=0) 40=0) orio===to=Ox===o3=cotl vvA N Tale A D s Thursday, August 9th, 1045, ale of Wool RUGS Axminister Rug 9',E12', Reg. $75.00 for $69.50 Axminister Rug 9x10%2, Reg. $65.00 . . for $60.00 Wilton Rug 6' 9"x9', Reg. $60.00 „ for $55.09 Axminister Rug 4' 6"x7' 6", Reg, $22.50, for $19.00 Isard Store relatives here, as Mr. Goodwin is on furlough having served four years overseas, Mrs, Goodwin was formerly Ruby Grainger. Mr. and Mrs. Ned. Thompson have returned to Toronto having spent the past week with relatives here. DONNYBROOK The W.M.S. meets at the home of - Mrs. J. C. Robinson on Thursday afternoon with Miss Lucy Thompson in charge of the program. A number of friends from this vicinity attended the funeral on Wed- nesday afternoon of the late Mrs. Graham Chamney at Wingham. Mrs. Olive Allen of Goderich, spent last week with her sister, Mrs. R. Chamney, Miss Leona Pratt of Brownsville,. is a guest with her cousin, Miss Irene Robinson. Pte, Melvin Craig of London, spent last week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Jas. Craig. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Chamney,.. Virginia and Bill, of Windsor, spent a few days at his home here, Virginia remaining for a longer visit. Messrs Lorne Huey and Richard Hassard of Beecher, W.O. Floyd Hor- ley of Sarnia, Miss Jane Lozon and Mrs. Betty Hodgen of Marine City, Mich., were week-end guests at the home of Mr. and.Mrs.l. C. Robinson and other friends. a NUANCED FEED MEANS MORE EGGS ' ,,.. , ,.,......,.: ,,, ,.,..„. . __..„?_, _.....,,,,, ....,„„ .......„ AY *dam ote- From eight weeks of age until the time your growiUg flock is ready for the laying pens is a critical period in the life of your future laying flock. It's up to you to see that your young birds are built up into strong, healthy birds — so that they go into the job of laying next fall as vigorous, well-developed pul- lets — capable of high, steady egg-production. The results you get next fall and winter depend upon the Care and the feed your flock gets NOW. Make no mistake. Start now to build for the future —build your high production pullets on SHUR-GAIN Growing Mash. SHUR- GAIN Growing Mash is plentifully supplied with all the ingredients so neces- sary for top-flight growth and development tasty animal proteins, body- building minerals, and health-promoting vitamins. Shur-Gain 16% Growing Mash Made and Sold by — CANADA PACKERS IMAM ALEX MANNING BELMAR MONEY BROS WHALE JOHN Minna BELMORE Guild Held Auption Sale The Ladies' Guild was held at the home of Mrs. John VanCamp on Thursday, August 2nd, with a good attendance. The meeting was opened iby singing Hendersona hymn, and the Rev. Mr. led prayer, The minutes of the last meeting were read by Mrs, R. Procter and. the treasurer's report was given by Mrs, John McGill, Mrs, Henderson read the scripture and Mrs, R. Proc- ter discussed current events. The roll call was answered by naming a former minister. Miss Norma Brydges gave the topic "The Extent of Smile." An auction sale. of baking and mis- cellaneous articles proved quite a success and it was decided to bold an-. other sale at the October meeting. Rev. Mr. Henderson closed the meet- ing after which lunch was served. Shower Held for Burned-out Family A large crowd of neighbours and friends of Pte. Malcolm and Mrs. Mc- Neil, from both the Belgrave and Whitechurch communities, gathered in the Forester's Hall, Belgrave, on Thursday evening to present them; with many gifts of bedding and other household articles, also a sum of money. Mr. and Mrs. McNeil had lost all their belongings when the house they occupied was destroyed by fire. ,Mr. C. R. Coultes on behalf of the community, expressed sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. McNeil and asked them to accept the gifts. Mr. Charles Mar- tin spoke on behalf of the White- church community. Both Mr. and Mrs. McNeil thanked the people for their kindness. The evening was spent in dancing to music furnished by musicians from Whitechurch and Belgrave. WINO AM ADVANCE- TIMES have been something else such as the E.., .111.111.1.111.11111.111111.11011.0101111 electricity whiph caused, the 'blaze, Toronto, is spending two weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs, R. Elliott. Mr. and Mrs, Abraham Procter of Ilelgrave, visited with Mr, and Mrs, W, 5, Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. George Peacock and daughter Gail, of Ottawa, are having a vacation with. his parents, Mr, and Mrs, James Peacock, Jack McKee and friend Hugh Cum- mings, both of Montreal, now working for their second year at Milton, -Ont., spent the week-end here with Mrs. John Ralph and family. LAW. Dorothy Aitken, Currie's field, Calgary, is spending a leave with her mother, Mrs. M, L, .Aitken. sire to take this opportunity of ex- pressing their appreciation to neigh- bours and friends of their daughter-in- law, Loreen, for their kindness during her illness and their recent bereave- ment, also to Rev. Mr. Norton and Rev. Mr. Wilson, the girls of the Bap- tist Church and Mrs. Walter Pocock, and the beautiful flowers and expres- sions of sympathy. CARD OF THANKS We take this opportunity of expres- sing our appreciation to our neigh- bours and friends for the kindness and sympathy shown us during our sad bereavement. 'We wish also to thank those who sent floral tributes and precious expressions of condolence. —Mrs. Olive Churchill and Sons. CARD OF THANKS Pte. and Mrs. Malcolm McNeill take this opportunity of expressing their sincere thanks to their Belgrave and Whitechurch friends for the shower Which they presented them and also for other acts of kindness. CARD. OF THANKS Mrs. Alexander Bryans takes this opportunity of expressing her appreci- ation to her neighbours and friends for the kindness and sympathy extend- ed to her during her recent bereave- ment, —Minnie Jeffray.1 BELQAVE the United Church Sunday School will entertain the boys Trips V Class at a weiner roast at the home of Miss Shirley Chamney on Wednesday eve- ning, AugUst 8th. Fire Not Caused. From Stove In last weeks issue in reporting the e at the McNeill home, we reported that the fire has apparently started from the kitchen stove, but Mrs. Mc- Neill has assured us that this could not be the case as there has not been a fire the stove since 9 o'clock in the morning. She feels that it Must Thursday afternoon, August 2. the presentation of a life membership certificate to Mrs. Robert Coultes. The president, Mrs. Leslie Wighttnae, conducted the ceremony. Mrs. Charles Shiell was in charge of the worship service and was assist- ed by other members of her group, The treasurer, Mrs. Stanley Snell, acted as secretary and gave the fin- ancial report. 'T'he scripture lesson was read by Miss Barbara Irwin, The study topic was The Canadian Indians, ,and was taken by Mrs, Shiell. A reading 4111 the tante subjett was given by Mrs. Prank Thompson. A Solo entitled, "An Indian Lullaby" was sting by Miss Eleanor Wightmatt, Mrs. Wighftnan -tondueted a short Ent Kibbon's Drug Store. ation met in the schoolroom of the taming Triple Class PIIVATE SALE—Ts —..—.-- church Wednesday afternoon with a The Senior Girls Excelsior Class of — V of Miss R efefcts good attendance. The Misaintlary meeting opened. with the president, Mrs. James Michie, in the chair for the business session. After hearing routine reports, it was decided to make a quilt in the near future. The wor- ship service, arranged by Mrs. Joseph Life Merribership Presented Miller, was conducted by Mrs. Herbert Mrs. George Coultes entertained the Wheeler. Prayers were offered by members of Brick United Church Wo- Mrs. Wheeler, Mrs. Richard Chamney, men's Missionary Society, East Wa- and Mrs., Jesse Wheeler, Mrs, J. Mil- wanosh, for their regular meeting on ler gave a splendid paper on " The Canadian Indians." The W.A. meeting was in charge of Mrs. Robert Coultes. Mrs. G. Martin acted as secretary, and Mrs. John An- derson gave the financial report. The organization has assisted financially with the wiring of the church for hydro, which is now almost completed. An inlaid linoleum has also been put down in the manse kitchen, ante Mr. and Mrs. Albert Vincent have returned home after spending a week in Kingston visiting their daughter, Mrs. Roy MacSween and Mr. Mac- Sween, also other friends in Toronto. Miss Agnes Sharp of Hamilton, visited with Mrs. Brandon last week. Miss Donna VanCamp spent a few days with her aunt, Mrs. David Mur- ray of Wingham. Mr. and MYs. Gordon Walsh, 'spent a few days in Goderich during the past week. Russell Kelly was in Toronto over the week-end. Miss Isobel Scott has returned to Toronto after spending her vacation with her mother, Mrs. R. J. Scott. Mrs. Brandon has returned, after spending a week at Port Elgin. Mrs, Huddee returned with ,her. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jordan were guests at the Knott - 'Groves wedding in Clinton on Saturday, the bride being a niece of Mr. Jordan, Miss Lois McGuire spent the holi- day week-end with her parents, Mr, and Mrs. Harry McGuire. Miss Irlma Smith of Wingham, was a week-end guest of Norma Van- Camp. ' Mr. and Mrs, John Stewart of Lon- don, called on old friends in the vil- lage. Morris Leitch of Owen Sound, spent the week-end -with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Jas. Leitch. Mrs. Mustard and son Stanley of the R.C.N.V.R, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Walsh. Mr, and Mrs. John Tasker and family of Hamilton, visited over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs, Harry Catunbell. Mr. and Mrs. Bern Crellin and children, of London., with Mr. anti United. 'MM.& and W.A. has been spending his holidays at the Mrs. Cecil Wheeler. Mr. Cameron Geddes of Chatham, Corn and Callous Salve gives,a. ..a.< United Church Woman' home of his mother, Mrs. W. J s Mis- . Geddes. ... , .1:74 ';-...'44—ae ee a , ktice prompt, sure relief, 50c at M'- aiona.ry Society at4Wornan's Associ- -,1„ ,!... ,i,a.,--- -- . - 1Z.711,;`-'-_ei 4... IN MEMORIAM IEFFRAY—In loving memory of my mother and Ella, it seems such a little way to me, Across to that strange country beyond. And yet 'not Strange for it has grown to be The home of those of whom I am so fond. They make it seem familiar and more dear, As journeying friends bring distant countries near. CHARTS Foundation Garment Co. trained Corsetlere for Wingham, , surrounding district and towns. If you need a new garment, any size , ,or type of figure at reasonable prices, call on Mrs. Wm. Kennedy, Minnie St., Wingham. FOR SALE — Brand new 4-drawer drop head, White Rotary Sewing machine. Apply Advance-Times. FOR SALE—Cement Cottage, hard- wood. floors, 2 bed rooms, living room, kitchen, fire place, cement garage, about 4 acres land, on 4th .concession Cuirass about three miles from Teeswater. Must be sold to close an estate. Any reasonable price accepted. Box 346, Teeswater. FOR SALE—Full enamel cook stove., Apply to Mrs. H. F. Buchanan, op- posite High School, . FOR SALE — Large size Quebec heater, like new. Ford Murray, Minnie Street. FOR SALE — 100 Sussex x Leghorn pullets, four months old. Apply to George White, R.. R.. No. 2, Luck- now. HOUSE FOR SALE — Solid Red Brick House, two storey, exception- ally well built on paved street in Wingham. Apply Advance-Times. PAIN KILLER for corns! Lloyd's Wednesrl --ey, Patrick street, on th; ...ay, Thursday and Friday week, 2 to 5 arid '7 to 9. TEACHER WANTED by S. S. No. 3, Culross. Good salary, State ex- perience and qualifications. Apply to. George King, secretary, R. R. No, 2, Teeswater, phone Wingham 606r3. WANTED—Junior Clerk, Male from 16 to 18 years preferred. Com- mercial training helpful. Apply to neatest Employment & Selective Service Office, refer to file No. 470. WANTED to purchase pullets weeks of age and older all pure breeds and hybrid crosses. /Good prices paid. Apply Twcddle Chick Hatcheries Limited, Fergus, On- tario. business period. Mrs. Snell and her group will be in charge of the next meeting. Mrs. Gilbert Beecroft closed the• meeting with prayer. BLUEVALE Held Annual Home Helpers Meeting The president) Mrs. R. Elliott, con- ducted the opening exercises at the monthly meeting of the W.M.S, of Knox Presbyterian Church last week. It was the annual Home Helper's meeting and the secretary, Mrs, Will Mundell presided for the programme. The scripture lesson, Psalm 92, was read by Mrs. Lloyd Felker and Mrs. R. F. Garniss led in prayer. The Glad Tidings prayer was read by Mrs. J. Chilvers. Mrs. Donald Robertson con- tributed a piano solo "The Sailor's Dream". Mrs. J. K. MacTavish and Miss Deane McKinney sang the duet, "In the Garden", A reading "Un- aware" -was given by Mrs. Harry El- liott. The guest speaker, Mrs. C. Mc- Carrol of Molesworth, spoke on the subject "Drawing Nigh to God". Her message was a real challenge for greater loyality, love and service. Words of appreciation were expressed to the speaker for her impressive ad- dress, At the close of. the meeting mem- bers of the Mission Band served a dainty tea. Brigden Pastor Preached Rev. John Button of Brigden, oc- cupied the pulpit in the United church and at Ebenezer on Sunday. Next Sunday Rev. J. W. Johnson will have returned from his vacation and will have charge of the services. Sunday School Picnic Thursday The service at Knox Presbyterian church was conducted by Rev. Win. Henderson of Craighurst. He preach- ed on the subject, "Do we worship the Christ of the. Scripture?" Mrs. 3, K, MacTavish and Mrs. R. Elliott sang a duet. The Sunday School will hold the annual picnic at Seaforth on Thursday afternoon, • Former Resident Presented Miss Elizabeth ,Mathers, of Hick- son, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Mathers, former residents of Blue-vale, was the guest of honor recently at two social functions, at which she was pre- sented with a string of pearls and an electric table lamp. Miss Mathers has been employed at the Hickson General store for some time and is rrioving with her parents to Lacan. 94th Birthday Mrs. Thomas Coultes, who has spent the greater part of the year in Toronto, is spending a few weeks at her home here, She is accompanied by her daughter, Miss Mable Coultes, Toron- to, and her son, Dr. John F. Coultes, of Philadelphia. Mrs. Coultes cele- brated her 94th birthday on August 7th. Her many friends extend con- gratuletions, .._,.•';`n" .:- ST. HELENS Mr. Charles Stuart of Regina and Miss Anna Stuart ,.of Toronto, have been visitors with their brothers, Mr. Joe Stuart and Mr. George and Mrs. Stuart. The August meeting of the Wo- men's Institute, was held. in the com- munity with 16 ladies present and with the president, Mrs. Archie Aitchison in the chair. The toll call received a full response by the naming of "My Birthplace". It was announced that the course on "The .Time-saving Kitchen will be held on September 10th to September 12th, A letter -was read from Miss Mary A. Clarke, who has recently resigned as superintendent of Women's Institutes of Ontario. August 17th was the date chosen for the Red Cross quilting. Mrs. Thom gave a reading "Darwin's Mistake" and Mrs. Will Rutherford favoured with an accordion solo. Miss Mary Murray, convenor of Historical Re- search, read an interesting paper on "changes come to Bible' lands". A collection of $5.10 was taken for the Sick Children's Hospital. At the con- clusion lunch was served by the host- esses, Mrs. Lorne Durnin and Miss Annie Durnin. Mrs. Callum Cameron and Carol of Detroit, were week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. John Cameron. Mrs. M. G. Newton and Miss Zona Newton, who have been visitors in London, arrived at the manse on Fri- day. Mrs. Stuart Collyer, Teddy and Thommy and Mrs. T. F. Wilson and Terry, are spending the week as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Campbell Thompson at the lake. Mrs. Walter Chesboro won the $20 as prize in the C'hamp contest on CKNX Saturday r mat. Work was cam-I-Lanced last week on the new hydro line from the Boundary fINIIIM=•••••••••••..1111•1. to St. Helens and east on the 12th concession, H. D. McDonald began the season threshing on Monday -at Gordon Mc- Pherson's. JAMESTOWN Mrs: Lloyd Workman, of Weston, spent over the week-end with her par- ents, ,Mr. and Mrs. Fleming Grainger. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Holt, arid Mr. Aldine Holt, visited on Sunday with Goderich friends, and were accompani- ed home by Mrs. John Cutt, who will spend a few days with relatives. Mr. Cecil Payne returned to Toron- to after enjoying a holiday here. Mrs. Cairnes of Toronto has been enjoying a visit -with her daughter, Mrs, Clifford McAllister. • Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Haugh of Turn- berry, spent Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Selah Breckenridge. On Thursday night of last week, a miscellaneous shower was held in No. 6 school, Grey, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Jacklin, newly-weds. Those who spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Willis were, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Grimmer and baby of Galt, Miss. Byers and Mr. Carl Grimmer of Gorrie, also Mr. and Mrs. Roy 'ICoehe, and children, Miss Vera Willis and Mr. Cecil Miller of Kurtz- ville. Mr. and Mrs. Walton Goodwin of the West, enjoyed a short visit with CARD OF THANKS Mr. and Mrs. Robert Chamney de- Plaster. Repairing A. French Plastering Contractor Specialist in Cornice Work & Decorative Plastering: Plaster repairs promptly and neatly done. BOX 23 Wingham AUCTION SALE — of household effects at 1.30 o'clock, Saturday, August 11th, at Mrs. John Kerr's house, Lower Wingham. The fol- lowing is for sale: 1 electric stove, 4-burner Gen. Electric Hotpoint; 3. electric -washer with ringer; upright piano (Mozart) with bench; dining room suite, fumed oak; table, six chairs, buffett and china cabinet; 3 bedroom suites, including spring and mattress; 3 beds, including spring -and mattress; 3 upholstered chairs; 3 floor lamps; kitchen table, porce- lain top; small incidental tables; lawn mower; hose; books, kitchen equipment and numerous household articles; range, steel, wood and coal Terms: Cash. Matt. Gaynor, Auc- tioneer. PIANO- TUNING — tuning price $3.00, repairs extra, factory experi- ence. By Wingham Bandmaster, Geo. J. Wright. Must leave orders at Advance-Times. 'ROOFING REPAIR -- Flat roofs, caulking, slate roofs. Write. Joe Becker, Box 292, Clinton. SLENDOR TABLETS — are we eks' 2 weeks' supply $1; 12 weeks' $5, at McKibbores Drug Store. WANTED — by September 1st, cap- able girl for general housework, fi preferably one experienced with children. Apply Mrs. T. L. Tor- rance, Edward SL WANTED — Used electric refriger- ators; regardless of condition or year, Apply Stewart Refrigeration, phone 9, Winghain. Mr. Mr. Albert Gallaher of Wroxeter, is at work painting the interior of the Public School, and Howard Stewart of Wingham, is painting the exterior of the United Church. Mrs, Edith Sanderson and daughter Katherine, of London, are visitors with her brother, Burns and Mrs. Moffatt. Miss Margaret Messer is visiting her aunt, Miss Josephine McAllister, at Dungannon. Miss Emma Johnston, Mrs. Rich- ard Johnston and Mrs. Arthur Shaw, A special feature of the meeting was were recent visitors with Miss Martha Maine at Gorrie. Mr. Pearson Rolpb of Mitchell, was a week-end visitor with his daughter, Mrs. Roy Mann. Mrs. Vernon Higgins, Toronto, is holidaying with her sister, Mrs. J. C. Higgins. Mr. and Mrs, MelCee of Montreal, spent the week-end with her mother, Mrs. Joseph Curtis. and other rela- tives, Leonard Gates, his daughter Phyllis and son Wilmot of Cherrywood, with Mr, and Mrs. Robert Shaw, Miss Ifeleit Thomson, Toronto, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George J. Thottson Miss Lois Elliott, Reg, N., of the staff of the Women's College -Hospital,