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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1947-09-18, Page 1Treasurer Reported Summer Frolic ' Netted $840.00 The Lions held their first meeting for the Fall season at the Queen's Cafe on Friday evening. Lion Tamer Jack, Reavie was right on the job and many Lions had an opportunity to exhibit their singing powers. One quar- tette, Lions Merkley, Pollock, Cruick- shank and Bushfield came through very well under the Lion Tamer's coa- ching. Lions Harley Crawford and Omar Haselgrove offered many alibis for their showing during the Globe and (Mail Tournament and denied that their names were in the paper. Guests at the meeting were Rev, Jack Roberts from Alberta, Rev. Fa O. Lancaster of town and Mr. Anderson of Western Ontario Motorways. Presi- dent Frank Madill welcomed the guests on behalf of the .Cluh, Lion Fred Spry caused quite a comMlotion titlen he an- swered to the occupation of "Stove- ologist" during the roll call. Many of the Lions argued that the word was not in the dictionary and Lion Fred finally settled with the Tail Twiste'r, Wally Armstrong. --Lions Jack Mc- Kilibon Ron Rae, Clarence Richey and Geo. Howson, held forth with a very acceptable number. Lion Murray John- son was accused of trying to start something with his recent fire. A feature of the evening was a fire report from Lion Otto Gallagher on his attendance at Lions international Convention held in San Francisco. Lion Otto was the official delegate of the Lions Club of Globe, Arizona. President Frank requested Lion Bill Galbraith to read the report which was quite lengthy. tIt was: very evident that Lion Otto hadlea; suffered any loss of wit as he 'desc.0 many hum- orous incidents. Liotr e unanimous in their opinion that, -eport should be published in thekT ns News". Secretary Don Nastrita.-• as instructed to write Lion Ottc.aa, letter of apprec- iation for his fine'report. After introductory. songs, "For Me and My Gal" and a solo number by Lion Jack McKibboh, "Leave • the Dishes in the Sink, Ma." Lion -Wilbur' Tiffin was called to the .-front,. • Lion ,Wally Armstrong garbed aa'a minista n 'announced "WeddinOells'..were lting- [lug," When Lion,."-Df0,.Vie,tot.'„RYm "Sir tiek'titp 'the e d dilittaf. de entered on the arm of Lion Fred Spry. She appeared to be very nervous. and her bouquet of "Sweetheart" asters cer- tainly received a great shaking up. She was beautifully gowned iii white satin with a train of troublesome leng- thsome length. The "parson" began the usual 4itestioning but some of the qUestions \ appeared to be unusual - and caused some embarrassment to the happy couple. The, bride finally mana- ged to light a cigcar and her nerves promptly settled clown, The ceremony was finally completed when the happy couple embraced each other, Lion Wil- bur emerged with considerable lip stick on his face and the bride prompt- ly fainted and fell on the floor. She was assisted from the room, Later she entered the room in the person of Lion Doc Irwin and finished her cigar. Lion Bob Hobden reported the pro- ceeds from the summer frolic as a pro- fit of $340, Past President Jack Mc- Kibbon felt that this was the right kind of frolic for the Lions to promote and suggested improvements for another year. President Frank Madill reported on his attendance along' with Lion Stewart Beattie at the -Convention at Windsor. Tailtwister Wally Arm- strong announced a report from Lion Bill Hamilton that lie was feeling bet- ter and hoped to return soon, Lion Harley Crawford presented the Past President's button to Lion Jack Mc- Kibbon. Lion Harley commented in his remarks on Lion Jack's fine record as President and expressed his regret that we might not have as good a President this year. President Frank Madill took strong objection to Lion. Harley's re- marks and promised that Lion Harley would not 'be called upon again during the evening, Lion Jack McKibbon thanked the Lions and was accorded a Lions' Roar. Lion Fred Spry presented. a Past Secretary's button to Lion Stewart Beattie and Lion Stewart expressed his thanks, The meeting closed with the usual song and the Licins Roar, LIONS HELD FIRST . FALL MEETING WOMEN'S INSTITUTE The monthly meeting of the local branch of the W. 1. will be held in the, Council Chambers on Thursday, Sept, 18th, at 2.30 p.m. The subject "His- torical Research" will be in charge of the leaders, Mrs. A. R. DuVal and Mrs. W. S .Hall, The roll call will be answered by each member 'recalling some event of her earliest recollection. The hostesses are Mrs. S. 13ateson, Mrs. P. Fuller, Mira, R. Oalbraith, Miss M. Johns, Mrs. N. Keating and Mrs. V. Sell ANGLICAN RECTOR INDUCTED MONDAY Many Visiting Clergy Assist At Service The Ven. Archdeacon A. A. Bice, B. A., L Th, of London, conducted the impressive service of Induction at St, Paul's Church on Monday evening, when Rev. E. 0, Lancaster became Rector of the Parish. He was assisted by Rural De,an Farr of Goderich, Rev. J. L. H. Henderson of Blyth, Rev. 12.: M, P. Bulteel of Clinton, Rev, James Caley of Gorrie, Rev, Mr. Jones of Clinton Air Schpol, Rev, Jack Roberts of Mirror, Alberta, and the Rev. Alvin Harrison of Ilderton, The special preacher was the Rev, Harry Jennings Rural Dean of -Kent, who gave a chal- lenging sermon. The choir under the capable organ- ist and leader,. Mr. Roy Mundy render- ed impressive music during the ser- vice, Besides those assisting with the ser- vice other dignitaries included the Ven. Archdeacon Hartley of Kincar- dine, His Worship Mayor Kennedy and local clergy. At thy close of the service in the fine hall; which was beautifully decor- ated with floWers and candles, the Ladies Guild in their usual efficient and, charming manner served a much enjoyed luncheon, The People's Warden, Mr. Bert Mitchell proved himself a very able chairman, when he called upon the Archdeacon, Rural Deans, His Wor- ship the Mayor and clergy for words of Greeting. The Rector's Warden, Mr. Roy Manuel officially extended the welcome of the Parish -to Rev. E. 0. and Mrs. Lancaster and 'boys. Mr. Lancaster replied thanking all who had honoured them by their presence and kind words of Greeting. He also expressed his appreciation to all church members who had in any way contributed to the impressive service and reception, and asked for their con- tinued co-operation, The Ven. Archdeacon Hartley closed the meeting with the Benediction. Bowling Tournament A Twilight Mixed Doubles Tourna- ment will be held at the Wingham Bowling Green on Friday evening of this week at 7.30 sharp. Next Wed- nesday, September 24th, commencing' at 1.30 theapbs tpe SingleS Tour na- merit for the Hamilton' Optical Co. trophy will be held. Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Casernore, ,Morris, wish to announce the engage- ment ,of their younger daughter, Ruby Grace Winnifred, to Henry James, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Pattison of East WawanOp. The mar- riage to take place the latter part of September. Junior Teen Town Dance Wednesday, September 24th Teensters from thirteen to fifteen years of age will be having their first dance of the season in the Town Hall at 7.30, p.m„ next Wednesday evening. All teensters wishing to learn to dance are especially urged to be present. Re- freshments will be' served. Low admis- sion fee. Presented On Marriage Many lovely gifts were received by Ma and Mrs. Victor Showers, who wJre married recently. Among them were, from Fry & Blackball Ltd., a chair, and from the men in the mach- ine shop, a bookcase table. The Stain- ton Hardware with whom Mrs, Show- ers has been employed for over five years, presented them with an electric vacuum cleaner, and from St. Paul's Anglican Church choir they received' a lovely vase, Trousseau Reception Many guests were welcomed last week at the home of Harold Logan, Highland Road, London, where his bride-elect daughter, Arlene, entertain- ed at a trousseau reception prior to her marriage on Saturday to John Wilkes Cram, Miss Logan was assisted in receivieg, by Mrs, H. W. Cram, mother of the groom-elect. A Sheffield bowl of flowers centred the supper table which was covered with a linen cloth embroidered in pale blue mosiac, and lighted by tall white tapers in sil- ver candelabra. Mrs, V. A. McKillop was in charge of the dining-room, and those pouring were Mrs, George Logan; grand- mother of the bride-to-be; Mrs. Felter- dtt Logan, Mrs. J. IL Douglas and Mrs. Lew Summers, Mts. Wm. Dawson, Shuter St., who is al grandaunt of the bride elect, was a very special guest. Dance At Bluevale In the Community Hall on Thurs- day, September 26th Music supplied by Wilbee's Orchestra, Minting 10 to 1, Popular prices, Ltirldh Counter. Proceeds for Building Fund, WINGHAM HURONS ELIMINATE WESLEY Will Meet Walkerton Or Southampton In Finals Wednesday evening tinder the lights Wingham Hurons defeated the Ches- ley Blue Bombers 6-2 to take the semi- finals three straight. During the entire series the Chesley nine garnered only three, runs off the hurling of Jardine and Ledieta. Striking out 9 batters and allowing no walks, Jardine was never in trouble as his team mates played practical- ly air 4tight ball. Although the visitors outhit the locals 10-8, the Hurons.nip- perl any scoring threats the Bombers could muster. Chesley broke the goose egg in the eighth when they rallied for three hits, and were rewarded with two runs one of which was scored as the Huron's only error. Fenton for Chesley issued five walks. Wingham now meets the winner of the Walkerton-Southampton series for the Men's Senior A WOAA championship. ST. ANDREW'S W MST FALL MEETING The regular monthly meetineofrathe Women's Missionary Society of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Was held in the Church Parlor on Tuesday afternoon, September 9th, at three o'clock. The President, Mrs. W. J. Henderson, occupied the chair and opened the meeting with prayer. There was an excellent attendance, this being the first meeting since the summer months' holidays. After the general business had been conducted, and the Offering received, Mrs. P. D.,Kinggave the Dedicatory Prayer. The Theme of this meeting was "Forgive Us Our Debts as We Forgive Our Debtors", and Mrs. H. McKay gave a lovely meditation along these lines.' The Scripture reading was given by Mrs. George Coulter. Miss K. Pringle had charge of the cur- rent MisSion Study on India,- the sub- ject for the afternoon being "The Church Takes Root in India." She \As assisted by Mrs. Horace Aitchison, Miss F. Wilson and Mrs. J. W. Mc- Kibbon. This was a .most interesting and enlightening discussion and film.- Ottghli an.inYtal by .all thnsU preaenh' The meeting adjourned with Mrs. S. Bateson giving the closing prayer. BLIND TAG DAY SAT. SEPT. 27th Once more the Canadian Institute for the Blind will appeal to the citizens of Wingham and the surrounding dis- trict for funds to carry on. This will be done by a Tag Day, Saturday, Sept. 27th, and the channel through which they will work will be the Women's Institute. More details will be given in next week's issue. Left For the West Coast Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Jef fray of Glen- annan, left last week for Victoria, 13. C. They will visit friends at different points enronte. Dance At Royal T Saturday Night To the music of Wilbee's Orchestra. Moderate admission. Dancing, 9 to 12, ANNUAL DRUMHEAD SERVICE AT •MTH The Annual Drunihead Service of Zone Cl of the Canadian Legion, was held in the Agricultural Park, Myth, on Sunday afternoon, September 14th. The service was in charge of N. • W. Miller, Zone Commander, who intro- duced the guest speaker, Rev. Lieut.) T. D, Jones, Chaplain of the Clinton R. and C. School. Words of welcome were extended by A. Madd- ticks, President of the Blyth Legion, and Reeve F, T, Baititon. The local clergy assisted in the service and the music was led by Clinton and Blyth Bands. The Last Post and Reveille were sounded by Bugler Bill Hearn of Clinton, Other bands in attendance were Lucknow and Kincardine Pipe Bands and the Goderieh Blue Water Band, The parade of nearly 600 was led by Scout Ralph Hodd, and branches of the Legion were present front Kincar- dine, Goderich, Ltteknow, Wingham, Brussels, Clinton, Exeter, Heim.% Howiek and Blyth. A wreath was placed at the Mem- orial Hall by the incoming Zone Com- mander, Mac McDonald, of Kincard- 1116A' n offering was taken to defray ex- pefiseS and for Legion welfare, and amounted to $01.10. It is estimated that over 1200 were in attendance, IIMOSO TRY NEW TEEN SUPPORT THE RED SHIELD CAMPAIGN Local. Objective for Salvation Artily Is $2400.00 The Salvation Army has endeared itself to people of every faith because it always serves humanity at the point of need, at the time of need, regardless- of class, creed or color, Quietly, without red-tape, with little publicity, the Salvation Army stands mobilized 24 hours a day to extend help when this help is required, wheth- er it be a roof to the homeless, medi- cal aid to the suffering, food to the hungry or spiritual consolation to the sick at heart, Whenever need arises, the Salvation Army does not hesitate. Help this or- ganization to meet future needs by not hesitating when your contribution is asks4. Mr. R. H. Lloyd has been appointed. chairman of the Red Shield -Campaign for Wingham, and the local objective is $2400,00, /1. September again brought the Young People of the Baptist Church together when they gathered for the business meeting of the election of officers. The following officers are, President, Glen Schieffele; Vice-Pres., Harold-Pocock; Secretary and Press Reporter, Lois Burchill and Jessie Scott; Treasurer, Mrs. Wilmer Harcourt; Pianist, Mar- jorie Falconer; Social. Con., Ruth Can- telon, Mrs. Bruce MacLean, Norman. Pocock, Bruce MacLean. Rev, Coupland then spoke to the young people, basing his remarks on Deuteronomy 18: 1-13, speaking on fortelling the future which is definite- ly against the Lord's Will. All joined in singing a hymn and Rev. Mr. Coup- land closed with prayer. Teen and Tvv,enty Dance Friday Teen Town cordially invites all the young people teen and twenty to come to their first dance of the, season at the Masonic Hall. Refreshments will be served. Reasonable admission char- ge. Entertained, At Silver Wedding . Mrs. Jas. Taylor entertained at a dinner on Saturday evening in honour Of her daughter and se.n-in-law, and Mrs. Wm. VanCamp, on the oCa casion of their silver wedding anni- versary. Presentation At Foundry A series of presentations was made- at the Western Foundry to G, W. Tiffin recently in view of his approaching marriage. On behalf of the men in the plant, Mr. F, C. Fuller presented a purse of-money, and the Directors and Office Staff presented a beautiful silver tea service and tray. The firm also sent him one of the newest oil-burning ranges, to help equip him. for house- keeping in proper style. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Bundscho and son, Billie, of Bloomfield, were visitors in town last week. BINGO! BINGO! LEGION Bingo Saturday nights at the Town Hall.— Good Prizes. Meet your friends Saturday nights at the Legion Bingo. ENTERTAINED AT TROUSSEAU TEA Last Saturday afternoon and evening Mrs, Arthur J, floe, Toronto, •entertain- ed at a trousseau tea for her daughter, Audrey Isabel, prior to her marriage this week to George Wilber Tiffin, Mrs. A, j, Tiffin, mother of the groom, received with the hostess and the bride-elect, Presiding at the tea table were Miss Isabel Cook, Mrs. Beverley Sinclair and Mrs, Wallace Wilson, As- sisiting were the bridesmaids, Mrs. W. Leamen, Miss Peggy Evoy, Mrs. G. C, Williams, Mrs. R. 1, Eadie tied Mrs, E. L. Stuckey, as well as Miss Muriel Keeling, Mrs. H, Archer, Mrs. H. Bade, Mrs. S. Harron, Mrs. H. I. Mac- Tavish, Mrs. A, R. MacDonald, Miss Mary Morrison, Miss Betty Boyd, Miss Joy MacKinnon and Miss Ruth Andrew, Among those who have entertained for the bride are her c.G.LI% group, a presentation; the Wingham Badminton Club a .presentation; Miss P. Evoy and Mrs. 0, C. Williams, a .presentation arid shower; Misses Phyllis ,and Mar- guerite Johns, an evening party; Unit- ed .Church Choir, a presentation; Miss Isabel Cook a pantry shelf shower; Mrs, R, I, Eadie a shower for both the bride and groom. A group of the groom's friends presented him with a Tri-light lamp at the home Of Mr. and Mts. Jack keavie. Mrs. Arthur 3. lion entertained the bridal party following the rehearsal Tuesday evening. • F.B.Y.P.U. AND TWENTY CLUB 1.•••••••••••••••••••••, First Dance Friday At a meeting of the Teen Town Council it was decided that something should be done for the young working people of Wingham, Mayor Hobden said "When Teen Town has a Dance or outing the working young people of the town want to come but they stay away because some of our teensters are too young for them". Reeve Swanson asked what was to be done about the younger teensters. 'We'll have separ- ate events for them" suggested Coun- cillor Buahfield. And so it was decided that a dance would be held this Fri- day in the Masonic Hall for the senior division of Teen Town at which those who are twenty and over will be wel- come. Teensters who are under six- teen will have a separate dance 'of their own in the Town Hall next Wed- nesday evening at 7.30 p.m. It was pointed out that this is only an experiment and would be continued if it should prove to be successful. Plans for a hayride and weiner roast were also discussed. Mayor Hobden extended his personal invitation to the young people teen and twenty to at- tend the first dance of the season in the Masonic Hall this Friday evening with a special invitation to young working people, LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mrs. W. B. McCool spent the week- end in Toronto Dr. and Mrs. G. W. Howson spent the week-end with friends in Toronto. Miss Margaret E. Nimmo of Toron- to spent the week-end with her par- ents. Mrs. C. W. Lroyd spent the, week- end in Toronto with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Procter. Miss Audrey Congram of Clinton, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Wilfrid Congram. Mrs. E. Snell, John Street, has re- turned home after spending a month's holiday in Chicago. Mr. David Todd of St. Helens spent a few days last week with his sister, Mrs. H. J. Thompson, Miss Minnie Baiper visited over the week-end with her sister, Miss Flor- ence Barber,- at Toronto. laffaS -Riath' 11/-itchell''of spending a week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. 3. H. Mitchell, Mr. Ernest Buchanan of Toronto was a week-end visitor at the home of his sister, Mrs. E. Wilkinson. Mr, Robert Bacon of To'ronto spent his holidays at the ]tone of his par- ents, Mr. and Mr's. R. F. Bacon, Mrs. John Robinson of Kincardine spent the past week with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jeffrey, 2nd Line of Morris. Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Nimmo and children, Frances and Joy, of Toronto, visited over the week-end at the manse. Miss Olive Gallaher of Westminster Hospital, London, spent the past two weeks with Mr. and Mrs, Bert Arm- strong and other friends. Mrs, W. J. Henderson is a patient in Victoria Hospital, London, where she underwent a major operation on Monday. Week-end guests at the "Queens" with Mrs. C. Taylor were: Mr. and Mrs. Odgen, Mrs. Jennetta Young, Mrs. Ann McMaster, Mr. G. Raison, all of Toronto. Mrs. Jack Raby and Mrs, S. Hare left on Saturday for a week's visit with the former's -brother, David Small, of Grand Rapids, Mich,, and also with friends in Detroit. Week-end visitors with Mrs. Joe Guest were: Mrs, Lawson Bisbee of Ingersoll, with her daughter of Lon- don, and Mr. and Mrs, Sydney Coul- son and two children. Mrs, Vernon Smith and son Keitla of Springfield, Ohio, and Everett R. Henderson of Detroit, Mich„ visited for the past ten days at the home of their mother, Mrs. C. R. Henderson. Miss Lenora Higgins, Reg. N., Su- pervisor of Obstetrics, Victoria Hos- pital, Loi;don, Ont., is spending a month's vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Higgins and her brother, in Fordwich. Mr. and Mrs. Stanford and Mrs. H. McMillan of Fort Erie, also Mr. Win. Roderus of San Gabriel, California, have been guests of Mr. and Mrs, 3, Crandall, Edward Street. This was Mr. Win. Roderu's first visit in thirty- six years to his old home town, Bowled At Seaforth Eight pairs of Wingham Bowlers attended the Tip Top Doubles Tottrna- metrt at Seaforth last Wednesday. Harry Browne and W, 13, McCool wan sixth prize, Dance at Royal T To Canada's Biggest Little Band Eric Scott, his trumpet and,his Orch- estra, Thursday, Sept, 18th, Dancing 9.80 to 1, • With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie News and Wroxeter Vidette Single Copiep--Five Cents . WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1947 Subscription, $2,0 .0 .a Year -in Advance FIRE DESTROYED FINE MORRIS HOME R. J. McMurray, Suffers Heavy Loss When House and Contents Burn The two-storey brick residence of .Mr. and ,Mrs. K J. McMurray, second line of Morris, was completely destroy- aed with all furnishings except a few chairs, when fire broke out Wednesday morning' of last week. The cause of the fire is -unknown, but it is thought to have started in or near an electric refrigerator. The Wingham firemen were_sonn on the scene but when they -arrived the blaze was beyond control. Mr. McMurray was working in the field at the time, and Mrs. McMurray •returning from the barn after being ab- sent for only about ten minutes, found .the: and kitchen in a mass of flames. She was unable to reach the telephone and ran to a neighbours for assistance. • The large brick house was erected by the late William Isbister about fifty years ago, and since being pur- chased by Mr, McMurray lad been -completely, modernized, Mr. McMurray stated thAt his loss was partially covered by insurance, .and it was his intention to rebuild on -the same site. Recently he' erected a large colony louse, and for the present will convert it into temporary living quarters. FA. Y. P. A. The regular weekly meeting of the F.B.Y.P.A. met in the church with a goodly number in attendance. The Vice-Pres. -was. in charge. The meeting opened with the sing- ing of "There is, Sunshine in My Soul" .and prayer by Mrs. Frank Collar. The Secaetary read the roll call and busi- ness was discussed and offering re- *ceive d. Helen Pocock -read "Shades of Mad- ison St." Scripture was read by 1VI'r. Bruce MacLean reading Hebrews 4: 1-16, after which Marjorie Falconer led in a Musical Quizz. All joined in singing "Toiling ° On." The topic of -the evening was taken by Harold Po- cock. "The Purpose of Young Peoples." The meeting closed with the singing •of "Hark tis the Shepherds Voice" anti prayer' by Rev. Mr, Coupland. —Ta,the Business On Main Street Saturday afternoon and night park- ing in Wingham is becoming a real problem,. Please see that YOUR car is not 'keeping a farm Customer of YOURS from parking his car on Main St. BusineSs Mens Ex. Attending Stratford Normal Teachers-in-training who have regis- tered from this district at the Stratford Normal School are Joan Patricia An- derson, R 4 Brussels; Gladys Velma Campbell, R 4, Brussels; Elinore Den- nis, R 2, Bluevale; Herbert Ross Er- rington, R 2, Auburn; Wilfrid Sanders Spivey, R 4, Brussels. - Tea and Baking Sale The Ladies' Auxiliary to the Legion -will hold a Tea and Sale of Home- made Baking at the Legion Hall, Wed- nesday, September 24, from 3.30 to 5.50. CREATED KNIGHT OF ST. GREGORY The Vatican has created R. A. Jeff- ery of Arnprior, a Knight of St, Greg- ' ory the Great, this is one of the highest distinctions that can be conferred on -a layman, The announcement was read at all masses in the church of St, John Chrysostoin, Sunday morning. For 30 years Mr. Jeffery was editor and publisher of the Arnprior Chron- icle. He has held every municipal office and was mayor of that town for two terms. He was twice president of the Arnprior Golf Club, was chairman of the Arnprior Hydro Commission, was a member of the Ontario Payroll Board for three years, when lie retired last February. He is a prolific writer arid speaker -on the historical background of the Ottawa Valley. For several years he was slate de- puty of the Knights of Columbus of • Ontario and was.one of the organizers of the Catholic Army Huts during World 'War- I. He is a director of the Arnprior Hospital and first vice-president of the Canadian Branch Royal Caledonian ClUb. Announcement of his honor was made tiy the Papal Delegation at Ok* ova through Bishop Smith of Pent* btoke. Mr. tleffay, is the father of Mrs. C. E. Richey of town. NORTH END EERY BUSINESS SOLD Mr. Hugh Carmichael Sells Out To St. Thomas Man A business deal was completed in town last week when the North End Grocery, a Superior Store, and owned by Mr. Hugh P. Carmichael was sold to Mr. Albert Rutherford of St, Thom- as. Mr, Carmichael has operated this store for the past font• and a half years and during this time has built up a large trade.. The building as well as the business was included in the deal and Mr. Ruth- erford will get possession in the near future. Mr. Carmichael and family intend remaining in Wingham but as yet his plans for the future are very indefinite. C.W.L. PRESENTS FAREWELL GIFT The presentation of a farewell gift to Mrs. William Brooks featured the meeting of the Catholic Women's League of Sacred Heart Roman Cath- olic Church, last Friday nightpirs. Brooks leaves this month to take up residence in Stratford. The meeting was -held at the home of 'Mrs. Chris. Newman. / The presentation address was given by the President, Mrs, Evelyn Smith, Mrs. Newman presented the gift, a blue Kenwood Blanket to Mrs. Brooks, a member of the League executive. 1 During the business meeting ar- rangements were made to distribute Sunshine bags to each family in the Parish. A novel way to collect money. It is expected of each member of the family to deposit a penny in the bag for every day ,he sun shines. A musical program followed. Miss Francis Newman offered a vocal solo, with piano accompaniment provided by Mrs. Jack Ernest. Various piano selections were played by Mrs. Larry Benninger and Mrs. Ernest. Refreshments were served by the Hostess assisted by (Misses Mary Kay and Francis Newman and Mrs. Evelyn Smith. BAND FINISHES SUNDA1i" CONCERTS The Sunday evening Band Concerts which have been enjoyed by the citi- zens of the town, have been discon- tinued for this season. The Wingham Band will, however, continue With their weekly practice each Friday evening,. Anyone interested in playing in the Band is asked to contact Bandmaster E. Seddon, Lack of finances to purchase new instruments has greatly handicapped the Band.. In order to secure money they intend holding a draw for several- good prizes and thte members would appreciate your co-operation in pur- chasing- tickets. Engagement Announced Mr. and Mrs. Robert Arnold Currie, Wingham, Ontario, announce the en- gagement of their daughter, Virginia Elizabeth, to Constable Arthur ,Stanley Northcott, of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, son of Mr. and Mrs, Sidney Herbert Northcott, of Vernon, B.C. The marriage to take place in Rosedale Presbyterian. Church, Tor- onto, on October 8th, 1947, 7.30 p.m. Euchre At Whitechurch Under auspices of Women's Institute in Community Hall' on .Friday, Sept- ember 19th, Admission 25 cents, Lad- ies of W. I. please bring lunch, POLICE TO PROBE OODERICII STABBINfi Provincial Police were planning to continue questioning a man and two women in the death of 56-year-old Charles M. Bell, who died early Mon- day afternoon at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Frederick Littlechild on Hincks St., Goderich, after a sharp instrument had passed between his ribs, near the left shoulder, during what police offi- cials described as a "brawl". A post mortem was conducted by Provincial Pathologist Dr, John Fish- er of London, to determine cause of death, Inspector Frank Kelly of the Ontar- io Criminal Investigation Department, Toronto, arrived in Goderich to con- duct the investigation. sharp paper knife, of the type is- sued as advertisements by commercial firms, was recovered by police, It was bloodstained, The knife is being ex- amined for fingerprints. A. charge of murder was laid on Tuesday afternoon against Fred Little- child,