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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1947-12-24, Page 9II Wednesday, December 24, 1947 WfgtccVctctctpststrsorsoopetsoostngtctowatwsketcrttsv“-tetcststostgtcuttatst fs.,0‘if'",' „so • tiring to you the • warmest of wishes for Christmas '• a greeting full of good cheer for the entire New Year.,. IP• DUNLOP'S Shoe Store Aulantti*UtDiMmiltMtairatimsi=otikiersi • May your Yuletide be enjoyed,` with good cheer, good healtkAll" ,,good friends. To oil our Enericis we wish the vier."' ;lest of Merry Christmases and the. '110pPitat HOPI:1'146w Years. sat' cAz' May this Christmas bring you gladness and a full _measure of contentment.; And may the New Year open up 'new Violas of happiness!! RUBBER and Mastic Tile Flooring for Homes, Offices and Stores. CUSTOM BUILT Kitchen CABINETS Plastic Wall Tile For Kitchen and Bathroom In Practically Every Colour ESTIMATES FREE. Norman Rintoul 'Phone 251 Wingham We WfShyol ever good at Christmas time and through the'year to follow. Mak4:4*y inipute 'ring with fini and tontenttrtent.. * enjoy every day in holiday siitlritt The Shop • • G. Golden Wedding Celebrated Mr. and ,Mrs. Robert MeMichael, highly esteemed life-long residents of ft this district, on Monday, Dec. 151.11, it celebrated their 50th wedding mini- versary, A Turkey Dinner was served at noon and attended by Mr. and Mrs. Morley MeMithael, Mr, and Mrs, Harvey McMichael, Mr, and Mrs, Lloyd McMichael, also their ten grand- children, brothers and sisters, Mr. and I Mrs. David Weir, Mrs. Thos. McMic- hael, Mrs, Archie McMichael, Mrs, McTavish, Mrs, 'Prances Strong, Mr. and Mrs. James Strong, Mr. and Mrs. John Robinson, Mr. Richard McMic- hael, Mr. Adam Strong, two sisters, Mrs. Smith, New 'Westminster, B.C., and Mrs, Montgomery, Belgtave, were unable to be present. It was in 189'7 Annie Strong, daugh- ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Strong, '6th line, Ilowick, became the bride of Robert McMichael. They were attended by the bride's sister, Ellen Strong, wife 'of John Robinson, and the late Archie McMichael. Rev. A. I. Parney, Gorrie, now of Toronto, was the, officiation* clergyman. Oft their riftieth Anniversary The home was tastefully decorated in gold. The table was centred with a four- tiered wedding cake, candles and gold Chrysanthemums added to the effect, The china used was* the 'bride's first set of dishes, During the Afternoon and evening, friends and neighbors tailed to offer congratulations, eighty signing the guest book, Relatives `and friends were 'present from clgrave, Wing- ham, Toronto, Pordwich, Gotrie And Listowel, The happy couple were pm- tented with a ltrigidairo by their three sdns and families. Many other gifts were Yeeci*td including tOlteng front • 1 THE WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs, D, W, Weir. Miss Elva Hupfer, Sudbury, is spending Christmas vacation with her mother, Mrs. Robert Hupfer.. Mrs. David Draper is assisting Mr, and Mrs. A. Meahen in the post ‘office, Mr. Glen Wylie, Toronto University, is a visitor with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, Greer Wylie. Mr, Thos, Jacklin has returned from Wingham General Hospital, where he underwent an operation. We are pleas- ed to know he is making a good recov- ery. Miss Marjorie Allen, Toronto, spending the Chriitinas rvacation with her grandparents, Mr, and Mrs, J, N. Allen. Miss Florence David is spending a few days with her parents at Orange- hill. Mr. and Mrs, H. V. MacKenney, Mr. and Mrs. David Draper, will speed Christnias with Mr. and Mrs. Win. Smeaton, Toronto. St. James Service Special' Christmas services were held in St. James Anglican Church, with Rev, James Cale in charge, A Carol was sung by the choir. FolloWing the Sunday School hour Superintendent, Mr. Mathers distributed gifts and treats to the children from a lovely Christmas Tree. Women's Institute The January meeting of the Wo- men's Institute will be held on Wed- nesday,- the '7th, at 2.30 p.m., at the home of Mrs. J. N. Allen. Current ev- ents will be given by Mrs. Reg. Pacey. Roll Call an interesting fact about the British Empire. Topic, The Royal Wedding by Mrs. F. B. fillward. Wroxeter School Concert Town Hall with a lovely Christmas Tree and decorations in keeping with the festive season was a gay and col- orful setting, for the annual Public School entertainment; which took place Thursday night, with a good crowd in attendance. Rev. U. E. Cron- hielm was chairman and in his remarks, told of Christmas customs in China where he spent some years as a Mis- sionary. Urider the direction of prin- cipal. Harold Hamilton and Mrs. Wear- ring, teacher of the Primary room, with Miss K. Hazelwood as accompan- ist, the following programme was pre- sented. Carols, 9 Come all ye Faith- ful, We Tliree Wise Men' of Orient, Silent Night, Christmas Day Chorus by School pupils, Dialogue, Boys Rights, Sr. Boys. Action Song, Grade'3 girls; recitations Tom Howes, Jamie Sanderson, Larry Snell;- Solo, Santa Claus Helper, Ruby Sanderson; Rhy- thinn Band, Junior Boys and Girls; recitations, Carol Millward, Bill Brown, Solo, Faye Smith; Hanging the Stocking, Grade 1, Highland Fling danced by Marjorie Moffat. Solo, Larry Durst, Dialogue, How the Story Grew, Sr. Girls; Chorus, Christmas Morning, Junior Room. Duet, Evelyn Anger, Marilyn MacLean; reci- tation, Ronald Higgins; Song, Sr. room girls; Flag Drill, Senior Girls; Calling Santa Claus, who arrived at the prop- er time and delighted the children with presents and treats. Mr. Hamilton ex- pressed appreciation to those who in any way assisted with the concert and announced the net proceeds would be given to the work of the Junior Red cross. Principal Hamilton, Mrs. Wearring, the pupils and accompanist are to be congratulated on the success of their annual Christmas -Entertainment, Christmas Services Special services were held in United Church on Sunday, Rev, U, E. gron- hielm was in charge. Christmas hymns were used with an anthem by the choir. A basket of Chrysanthemums placed in the church by Mr, and Mrs. Harvey McMichael added to the beauty of the service. A Carol Service was held in the evening when choir and congrega- tion joined in singing Holy Night, Sil- ent N igh t, Hark the Herald Angels Sing,' It Came upon the Midnight Clear, The first Nowell, While Shep- herds, Watched, Gentle Mary laid her Child, God rest ,you Merry Gentlemen, A special number was contributed by the choir who were assisted by Mrs. Harold Hamilton who sang the Little Mangei and Mrs. MacNaughton recit- ed The Little Grey Cottage. School Entertainment Lane's School was the scene of a Happy Christmas Party on Monday evening, Dec, 15th, when the pupils and their teacher, Mrs. Wm, Wright, presented their annual Christmas Tree and Entertainment. Trustee Fred Doubledee'svas chairman and the lovely seasonable decorations made a suitable setting for the following numbers: Opening Chorus, If we were you and you were us, followed by recitation's by two pre school girls, Mae Double- dee' and Lpis Fitch; recitation, Greedy Peter, ,,Ardelle Westlake; Shadow Play, "Shoes of Truth. Action song by the Juniors. Here we go round the Christmas Tree. Recitation, Taking Hints, by Joyce Haugh; an outstand- ing number was "The Star Drill" by seven girls. Recitation Unfair to small boys, by Wayne Woods; Dialogue, Mouse to the Rescue; Recitation, See What I got for Christmas, Shirley Simmons; piano solo, Starlight Waltz, by Berna Gallaher; dialogue, Christmas Memories gave an opportunity for the following Christmas Carols; Chorus, It came upon the Midnight Clear; 0 Lit- tle Town of Bethlehem, Girls Trio, Hark the Herald Angels Sing; Boys Trio, We three Kings of Orients Are, Duet, Silent Night; Chorus, Angels we have heard on high, Short Dialog- ue, Santa is Late!, and a chorus, Santa is on his way. His arrival was a climax to the evening when from a gaily dec- orated Tree, he distributed gifts to both old and young also a bag of candy to all children plYesent, Words of ap- preciation were expressed to Mrs, Wright and pupils also Mrs. Brothers of Wroxeter, who was accompanist for the programme. Mr. Doubledee made an excellent chairman, Following the singing of The National Anthem, re- freshments were served. Dancing was enjoyed, 3Iffin's Orchestra providing music. Former Rector Receives Gifts Friday's edition of a London paper, carried an item of interest to many Here, Dr. A. H. O'Neil, principal of Huron College, was presented with a handsome Christmas present, a new Crossley car, The gift was delivered into the common room of the College, how, is Santa Claus secret. The ac- companying note said, Dear Dr. O'Neil from Santa Claus' Little Helpers, Get- ting the ear from the room proved more difficult to the students, but it was finally taken through the windows onto the grounds. Dr. A, H. O'Neil was a former rector of Vordwich, Got- rie and 1Vroxeter Anglican churches, Communion Service Jan. 4th Following• morning service, Jan. 4th, in the United Church, there Will be Holy Communion at which time new members will be received into the church. E the Howick. Lions Club, Wroxeter Women's institute, and the Women's Association United Church. Mr. and Mrs. McMichael retired front the farm a number of years ago, both enjoy good health, Everyone in Wroxeter and Community will join in - wishing. them many more happy years together, WROXETER Give three cheers for this Christmas old, We'll usher him in with a merry din. —Charles Dickens. Once more the Christmas season is with. us, Greetings to all who read this column both here and across country. To those far away, your home town is as always, keeping the Christmas. The stores are dressed for the occasion, from the village churches and Town Hall, there come the voices of the children singing the Christmas Carols. Everywhere is the holiday spirit. Out of doors in the words of James Rus- sel Lowell; the snow had begun in the gleaming and busily all the night, had been heaping field and highway, with a silence deep and white. Indoors, the Christmas Tree Warmth, the prepara- tion of Turkey and Plum Pudding for the holiday Home comers, and so from your home town we greet you. May you have friends and kindred and a thousand pleasant hopes that fill your heart with happiness. Miss Flora MacTavish, Toronto, is a holiday visitor with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James McTavish, Turnberry. The Misses Weir are holidaying mmttemmosskttiostetwavvemes Istostactommeveteamsesyskistmovstvstmtwattmogoommosolumbeetesmsectsteutztocostom hymn God of Mercy, God of Grace, and the Mizpah Benediction brought the meeting to a close. JUVENILE SCHEDULE Wingliam at Kincardine. Port Elgin at Southampton. Southampton at Wingham. Port Elgin at Kincardine. Whighant at Port Elgin. Kincardine at Southampton. Southampton at Kincardine. Port Elgin at Wingham. Wingham at Kincardine. Southampton at Port Elgin, Port Elgin at Southampton. Kincardine at Wingham. Kincardine at Port Elgin. Wingham at Southampton. Wingham at Port Elgin, Kincardine at Southampton. Southampton at Kincardine. Kincardine at Winghatn. Southampton at Winghatn. Kincardine at Port Elgin. Wingitam at Southampton. Southampton at Port Elgin. Port Elgin at Wingltam. Dee. 29 Young People's Union 29 l Calvin Moffat, Missionary convener, Jan. 1 arranged the weekly meeting of the 2 Young People's Union held in the Un- 5 ited Church school-room on Monday 5 night. Thelma Denny called the meet- ing , to ordt-r with soft music. President 10 Jean Moffat presided and opened with 12 the hymn, Come let us sing of a won- 12 derful love. The scripture lesson, Acts, ' 14 Chapter 4, verses 13-20, was read by 15 John MacNattgitton, Arthur Green led 16 in prayer, All joined in singing, The 16 Church's Is One Foundation. Rev, V. 19 F. Cronhielin led in a half hour of , 19 Bible Study. An invitation front Wal-1 21 t on Young People to meet with them : .24 on the evening -of Dec. 29th, was ac- , 29 cepted, and arrangements made to , 30 meet at the Telephone Office at 7 p.m. Feb,: 2 Christmas Carols were enjoyed by the 4 group. 17 members were present. The 6