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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1945-12-13, Page 4SPORTING GOODS Skis and Harness in. Limited Supply Dubbin Shoe Wax . . . , . „ ,,, . . .14c Ski Waxes 24c Poles . . „ .. . .. . . . $2.59 to $3.89 Official Hockey Pucks 10c Felt Insoles 14c Canadian Tire Corporation Associate Store Campbell's Garage WINGHAM - ONTARIO 911 SALE - Radio, mantle model, was hoped to make a very good shed , small Cook Stove, Electric Rangette, out of this property. The new Council Blower, complete with grates. Larry might be asked for a grant toward this. Eisele; Edward St. Coun. Lloyd reporting for the Ceme- FoR SALE- Man's Overcoat, size 38, Itery stated that James Stoakley wished A 4 , A wafn way blia year, goadas new.ko ue relieve of his -duties and that the committee would meet shortly to con-Apply Advance-Times. sider the matter. FOR SALE-1 Durham Heifer Calf, Coun. Lloyd, reported that a letter 4 monthS old. Apply Leslie Mc- •has been received from the Department Dougall, Lower Wingham. of Reconstruction with regard to the buildings at Port Albert. In order to arrive at the cost of any particular building- it was necessary to have the number of the building. He said he would look into the matter. GLENANNAN. FOR SALE-Two Roan pure bred Durham Bulls, 8 and 22 months. Ap- ply to D. S. McNaughton, R, R. 1, Bluevale, phone Wroxeter 604r8. FOR SALE - New Scale Williams Mahogany Piano with bench. Mod- ern design. Recently refinished, Phone 63. WE HAVE A FINE SELECTION OF CHRISTMAS GIFTS IN STOCK --- CALL AT OUR STORE WHERE YOU CAN PROCURE GIFTS FOR ALL. Fire Baskets $7.35 Artificial Snowflakes, pkg. 15c Fire Screens $3.90 Xmas Tree Stands 69c, $1.15 Glass Vases 50c Wreaths 10c, 15c, 25c, 35c Flower Pot Holders $1.98 Heating Pads $7.50 26 Piece• Cabinet Lady Hamilton Community Plate $31.50 plus tax 42 Piece Cabinet Coronation Community Plate $48.95 plus tax ELECTRIC MOTOR KIT (See them in action) $1.59 Contains over 60 parts to build working model Eleciric Motors. I FOR WINTER SPORTS I Single Barrel Shot Gun-12 gauge (Harrington and Richardson) . . .$29.95 Front and Back Door Nu-tone Chimes Door Signal $7.95 66 Piece English Dinnerware (Ivory with Gold, band) $18.50 I Electric Fire Places $29.95 1 1 Baby Walkers $2.25 1 LAMPS OF DISTINCTION Pin-up Lamps $4.15. Bed Lamps • $3.50 Table Lamps $9.95 Boudoir Lamp with shade $5.50 See the New Lucite Lamp, complete with shade . .$12.75 Metal Smokers, new designs -13.95 I Saniboy (Garbage Tins) $5.95 I GAMES AND TOYS Stuffed Giraffes, reg. 69c 50c Stuffed Animals, reg. 89c . . . . . 69c Stuffed Dolls ..... 95c and 75c Large Stuffed Dolls, reg. 2.75...$1.98 Stuffed Lambs $1.95 Stuffed 2 tone Dolls $2.25 Playmate Dolls $1.50 China Dolls $1.75 Teddy Bears, Black, Brown . $4.75 Scotty Dogs $2.95 Fur Dogs $5.75 Walking Dogs $1.89 DOLL FURNITURE --15 Beautiful Pieces TABLE AND CHAIRS - all these now .$1.45 $3.98, $7.50, $7.95 Cradles, extra heavy $3.25 Rocking Horses, $3.50, $4.85 Station Wagons $1.50 Fighting Commandos $1.15 Soldier Sets $1.19 Table Tennis 50c, 59c, $1.39 Parcheesi 25c Chinese Checkers . Twin Runner Skates for Children up to 6 years . „ . .. $1.00, $1.69 Building Blocks .... „ „ . 35c, 60c Jolly Miller Sand Toy ... - .75c Model Builders . . -50c Cribbage Boards , , 25c, 80c, $2.00 Cribbage Rule Books . 10c Set of Bells----10 on a string . , . .50c Baby Swings Rocking Chairs $1.75 Dolls Plastic Furniture $1.39 Repeating Cannon .. $1.00 Boycraft (100 and 1 Toys in one) 2.00 Party Game, Set . . 95c Bingo 49c Toy Rabbits $1.95 Black Boards .... . . 90c, $1.45 Baby Rattles . .. ,. . . . . 35c Dust Mops 20c Xylophones - • 98e Doll House .. „ - .$2.15 Tops... , ¤.. ......... „ . .35c Indoor Hockey ..$4.00 Trailer Trucks wooden, large size 1.95 $1.95 AINTON Hardware 110.1111101111011111011111 1•1110111111MMOIMINOMMINIMIII IIIIIiiiii Hi-speed Ski Wax Ski Harness Shin, Pads pair Shoulder Pads pair . . $3.50 to $5.00 Boxing Gloves, set 45c $1.35 - $4.95 $1.35 to $3.30- Hockey Sticks 65c, 90c $4-.75 Aluminum Ski Poles, pair $5.00 Elbow Pads, pair $1.75 WINGBAU ADVANCE-TIMES CHARIS Foundation Garment Co. trained Corsetiere 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-One white enamel kit- chen Range, nearly new, burns either wood or coal, also one small heater, in good condition, Apply to Mrs, T. L, Torivce, Edward St. FOR SALE-40 laying Pullets, pure New HaMpshire April hatch, Apply Advance-Times. FOR SALE-Girl's Blue Coat 14 yrs., Ladies' Green Coat, size 38, Boys' do Overcoat 12 yrs., Boys' Blue Suit, size 33. Apply Advance-Times. FOR SALE-Man's Picycle, also a number of records of popular and dance music. Apply Ann VanWyck Phone 85, FOR SALE-Large new Doll, about 26 inches. Phone 191. FOR SALE-Westinghouse Vacuum Cleaner with attachments, Phone Wroxeter 84r3. FOR SALE - Black C.C.M. Figure Skates, size 8%, almost good as new reasonably priced, Phone 885, marl FOR SALE-Cook Stove, white ena- mel finish. Apply to Mr. E. Small, Pleasant Valley. FOR SALE-Electric Stove 4 Burner with side oven. Apply to Rev, J. James, Wingliatu, phone 134. FOR SALE-50 square 5X B.C. Red Shingles; 200 Hemlock 2x4s, 8 to 12 feet long; also 100 used boiler flues 3% inch. Call Arthur Brown at 239. GIRL WANTED for housework, two adults, one baby. Completely mod- ern home. Al go have extra help. Liberal daytime and evenings off. Ideal city home position for the right girl. J. W. Jones, 430 Huron St., London, "GREW VERY OtJICKLY" writes one customer of her Kitchener Big-4 Chicks. Now is the time to order. Variety of breeds and crosses. Ap- proved Chicks, breeders pullorum tested. Save time by contacting ag- ent, Fred Hogg, Wingham. LOST-A bunch of Keys, on a ring on Main sheet. Notify Frank Stur- • dy, phone 341, PIANO FOR SALE-Heintzman Up- rights good condition. Apply Len Hewitt, Box $61, Wingham. PIANO TUNING:.- tuning price $3.00, repairs extra, factory experi- ence. By Wingham Bandmaster, Geo. J, Wright. Must leave orders at 'Advance-Times, RIFLE - 303 Savage with loading tools and shells. Sell outright or swap for Pump Shot gun. Robert Hollenbeck, Wingharri. REX WHEAT GERM OIL-Assur- es better breeding for all animals and poultry, For sale by Stainton Hardware. WANTED -- Girl for generalhouse- work, good wages. Apply Advance- Times. NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons. having claims against. the estate j.,,,kraltoti McKibbon, late of the. Town of Wingham, irk the . County of Huron, Retired Druggist,. who died ors or. about the 29th day of June, A. 1). 1945,, are notified to send to 7. . Crawford, X.C„ Wingham, OritariO, 01't of before:the 15th day of Decert&, lei',4945, full partictilitS of their ellinis. In writing. Immediately after the said fifteenth day of teterriber„ the 4SSet$ Of to said testator' will. be dit,, BOXING DAY WILL. BE HOLIDAY HERE (Continued from page one) luminated for the Christmas season. A number of accounts presented by the .Finance Committee were ordered paid on motion of Couns. Reavie and Johnson. Coun. Johnson reported for the Street Committee that the new snow plow equipment was now ready for action. A sewer on John Street had been plugged with tree roots and it was now 'working. Permission had been given to Mr. Stoakley to remove a tree in front of his property. Quite a few trees around town should be re- moved this winter as they were in dan- gerous condition. The condition of the road at Howson's Mill was discussed. The Engineer's report on this had not yet been received. • Coun. Wilkinson reported fgr the Property Committee that a meeting of the business men had been held to con- sider the matter of providing better ac- commodation for farmers' horses in the winter. A plan had been agreed upon whereby the foundation at the rear of Canada Packers would be taken over and a roof put on it. A right of way across the vacant land at Can- ada Packers could be secured and it Mr. and Mrs. George Shaw of Belle- vine, spent a few days last week visit- ing their parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Metcalfe. Mr. Arno Metcalfe, who re- cently returned from overseas is spend- ing a 30 day leave wih his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brown and Shirley, of Hamilton, spent the week- end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lincoln. Miss Agnes Hasting who suffered a stroke recently, we are glad to report is showing a slight improvement. tributed amongst the parties entitled thereto, having regards only to claims of which the executors shall then have notice. Dated this 24th day of November,A. D., 1945. J. H. CRAWFORD, K.C. Wingham, Ontario Solicitor for the executors. TENDERS .iimmot••••••.••• Tuxriberry Township School Area Applications sealed and marked "Tender" will be received by the un- dersigned until 12 o'clock noon, Dec. 20th for position of caretaker in each of the following schools in Tp. School Area of Turnberry: No. 2 (Kirton's); No. 3 (Glenannan); No. 4 (Bluevale); No. 5 (Gilmour's); No. 6 (Holmes); No. 8 (Jet.); No, 9 (Powells); No. 11 (Lower Wingham), State salary. Par- ticulars regarding duties may be had from any member of the board. Thos. Gilmour, Secy-Treas., R. R. 1. Wing- ham. CARD OF THANKS The family of the late Mrs. Margar- et McLean take this opportunity to ex- pr,ess their sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbours who were so kind and thoughtful at the time of the recent death of their dear mother. Ili IVIEMORIAM SMITH-In loving 'nierriory of Mrs. Edwin Smith, who lined away .two years ,ago, Dec, 14th, 1948. - Years of sacrifice ,little of play„ Loving, giving, ,strioothing the way, Life is too short, mothet,..ever.to Pay; Strong in adversity, ready to do, Gentle, unselfish, a friend. ever true, Our best possession,, was You, -Ever remembered. by husband, sans and daughters, • „ „.. Mr, Gerald Dix is at present spend- ing a 40 day leave with his wife, Mrs, Gerald Dix and baby daughter, also. her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Paisley, Mr: Glenn Appleby spent the week, end with his sister, Mrs, Wallace Mot. land and Mr, Morland. at Kincardine. Mr. and Mrs. David Eadie spent Friday, last visiting with friends at. London. A shower was held in Gilmour's school on Friday evening in honour of Mr, and Mrs. Art Edgar, (nee Irima Smith), who were recently married. The young couple were presented, with a studio couch, Mrs, Stewart Jeffray of Wingham, was a recent guest with Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jeffray, Mr, Jack Day of Toronto, spent the weekend with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, George Day. HURON-BRUCE FORUM Huron-Bruce Boundary Farm For- um met at the home' of Mr, and Mrs. Jack McKague, with the attendance of 28, The discussion was on Health Insurance. The group found this a very difficult question as they didn't understand it, All agreed that it could not be handled by a community scheme as they could not afford it and that the Government scheme was the best. The remainder of the evening was spent in progressive euchre. High prize for ladies going to Mrs. Alex Campbell, low going to Mrs. Andy McCormick. High prize for men go- ing to Oscar Holmes, low going to Harold McCormick. Lunch was serv- ed. The last meeting of the year will be held at Mr. and Mrs, Alex Camp- bell's. COMPLETES 25 YEARS Well-known among Ontario Farm people, H. B. Clemes, retiring general manager of the United Farmers Co- operative Company, farm co-operative wholesale, presented his 25th an- nual report to the shareholders' meet- ing on December 0th. Mt. Clemes, while relinquishing his duties as gen- eral manager, will continue to serve in a consultant capacity. RED CROSS COMMISSIONER John A. Marsh, latterly special as- sistant to the Minister, Department of Munitions and Supply has been ap- pointed Commissioner of the Ontario Division, Canadian Red Cross Society. BODMIN FARM FORUM Bodmin. Farm Forum met at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Rae Crawford, with 36 in attendance. The subject under discussion was "What about Health (insurance", which caused a good deal of discussion after which progressive euchre was played with Mrs, Calvin Robinson and Martin Grasby winning the highest number of points. It was decided to accept Mr. Martin Grasby's invitation to meet at his home next Monday ;night. This will be review night. The speaker will be the assistant Agricultural Repre- sentative, Mrs. Ab Bacon and Charles Coultes are the recreation committee. Mr. Richard Procter brought forth a report that Mr. Thomas from the' 0.A. C. was available on March 27th., to speak on soils and fertilizer and that meeting which will be open to all for- ums in the district will be held in Bel- rave, Lunch of sandwiches and coffee brought this meeting to a close. GORRIE "Come and worship, Come and worship, Worship Christ the new born king". This is an invitation to you all to join the Canadian Girls in Training in their annual Christmas .vesper service to be held in the United Church on Sunday next,' Dec. 16 at 8 p.m. Rev, G. G. Howse and Mr. Glad Edgar were in Clinton last week at- tending Presbytery. Mrs. R. H. Stephens left on Sunday to spend the winter with her brother at Tyrone. Mr. Robert Wade of Sarnia, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wade. Mrs. Robertson, Gorrie South, is spending a few days with her daught- er, Mrs. Gordon Edgar and Mr. Edgar. While candling eggs for export last April, Miss Greta Hyndman, local 'egg grader in Stephen's Egg Grading Sta- tion, placed her name on an egg. Last week she was pleasantly surprised to receive a friendly letter from a Miss Jean Griffiths of Osidge Lane, South- gate, England, stating she had receiv- ed the egg. . Miss Marlene Barton spent the week end with her father in Toronto. Mrs. J. Bingham left on Friday last for Winnipeg, where she will be the guest of her brother, Dr. W. W. Mont- gomery and Mrs. ontgomery. ' Mr. and Mrs. Archie Irwin spent the week-end with his mother in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Gilkinson spent the week-end with friends in Owen Sound. Mr. and Mrs.August Keil and grand daughter, Miss Jean Lohr, spent the week-end with relatives in St. Thomas. Mr. and Mrs. William Earngey and Mr. Dean Earngey of Fergus, spent the week-end with the forrner's aunt, Miss Kate Earngey, S. S. No, 4 are planning on holding their Christmas concert in their school on Wednesday evening next, Dec. 19, at 8 p.m. Mr. Cecil Grainger and son, Bruce, spent a couple of days in Toronto this weeic We extend the sympathy of the com- munity to Mr. R, H. Carson and fam- ily, also Mr. George Townsend and W. E. Townsend of Vancouver, in the death of Mrs, R. H. Carson, who pas- sed away. early Saturday evening fol- lowing an illness of a few weeks. Mr. William Townsend of Shel- bourne, spent the week-end with his father, Mr. George Townsend. Mrs. Percy Ashton spent the Week- end with Mr. and Mrs. L, F. AshtOn in Brampton, The Gorrie School, S. S. No. 7 plan on holding their Christmas concert in the township hall here on Thursday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. There will be the usual numbers, drills, songs, and dia- logues, with Santa Claus arriving in time to help unload the Christmas tree. On. Tuesday evening last friends and relatives of !Mr. and Mrs. Jack Mus- grove (nee Mrs. Edna Nay) of Han- over, were presented with a miscellan- eous shower and address read by Miss Doreen Harrison, to which both made suitable replies. The evening was spent in &tieing, We are sorry to report Mrs. Robert Ashton fell on Monday morning break- inglier wrist, returning to her home here after having and It-ray taken in WhIghant Her sister-in-law, Mrs. Jacques, is with her at present. Mr. Earle ICing and Mr. Clare Mich. el spent the week-end in Hamilton. Miss Dorothy Edwards has returned borne ''after spending' the past three weeks in Toronto, St. Stephen's W. A.•Held Annual The annual meeting of the Woman's Auxiliary of St. Stephen's Church was held at the, residence of the president, Mrs. H. 'V. Holmes, on Thursday af- ternoon, Dec, 6th, • The president in the chair. Reports from the different officers, together with those from the Girls' Auxiliary were received, which showed satisfactory balances from both branches, Most gratifying reports al- so were presented relative to the splen- did work having been accomplished for Cardston, Alberta Residential School for boys and girls, and also the main- tenance of a ten year old girl pupil, which this branch continues to yearly maintain. Following the reports, the rector, Rev. Mr. Nobes, gave an interesting and instrutcive address on. "Christmas. Music", Mrs, Notes favored those present with a lovely Christmas carol. 114 president then reviewed- the year's work, thanked the officers and mem- bers for their whole hearted co-opera- tion and closed her remarks with the words expressed. in Isaiah,-"In quiet-• ness and confidence shall be our strength". The officers were .re.eleet- ed by acclamation, As heretofore a supper was served by the hostess, and altogether it was one of the most successful annual meetings ever held by St, Stephens W. A, Mrs. R. IL Carson This community was shocked at the death of Mrs. R. H. ,Carson, who was a highly respected citizen of Gorrie. She passed away at her home Satur- day, Dec. 8th, following a short illness. Her maiden name was Aleicia Towns- end and she was in her 63rd year. A native of Howick Township she was a stenographer for a number of years, She took a great interest in the things worth while in the community, being an active member of the Women's Missionary Society of the United Church and a faithful Red Cross work- er as long as her health permitted. She is survived by her husband and two Thursday, December 13R 194 brothers, George Townsend of Gorrie, and W. E, Townsend of Vancouver, The funeral service was held at Gorrie United Church of which she was a member, •on Tuesday afternoon with Rev. G. Howse officiating. Burial took place in Gorrie cemetery. The pall- bearers were Norman, William, Alvin Townsend, Irving Toner, Richard Car- son and Norman Carson. Plaster Repairing A. French Wingham Plastering Contractor Specialist in Cornice . Work & Decorative Plastering Plaster repairs promptly and neatly done. Box 23 :-: Phone 187 If It's Food It's Yelp ens We Cater U Need a Taxi Call YEMENS Phone 176 SEE .US For RADIOS REFRIGERATORS WASHERS We have been appointed agents for the coniing Sparton line. McGILL Radio Service Phone 380. - , Important Changes In TRAIN SERVICE There will be certain changes in train service between DEC, 22nd and JAN. 1st Consult your Local C.N.R, Agent For full Information. Canadian National Railway Prompt Repair Service REFRIGERATORS, WASHERS, , - VACUUM CLEANERS, TOASTERS, IRONS HOT PLATES Stewart Home 'Appliances - Phone 29 -