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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1948-02-04, Page 1ST. ANDREW'S HAD SPLENDID YEAR $2500 In Government Bonds Purchased From. Current Account "••••••1,••=. Perhaps the finest reports ever given at an annual meeting of St, Andrew's Presbyterian Church were presented on Friday evening for 1947. Encour- aging reports were given and the ser- vices during the year had been well attended, The meeting opened with devotional exercises by the minister, Rev. Alex Nimmo, after which R. H. Liloyd was appointed chairman, and W. H. Haney, secretary, for the business part of the meeting. The financial statement show- ed receipts of $11289.62 in the general fund, and $1633.71 in the Budget ac- count. Out of the general fund $2500,00 of Canadian Government Bonds were purchased, leaving a cash balance of over $700,00. Each Society of the church reported a year of activity. Those reporting and amounts raised were: Happy Gleaner's Mission Band, $55.75; Woman's Mis- sionary Society, $592.40; Goforth Ev- ening Auxiliary, $176.36; Ladies Aid, $729.67; Sunday School $305.70; Ad- vance for Christ and Peace Thank- offering, $529.01. Hearty votes of thanks were tender- ed Rev. Mr. Nimmo for his untiring efforts and,devotion to the church, to Mr, Harold V. Pym and members of the choir for their loyal support. In appreciation the salaries were raised $200 and $100 respectively. The new members appointed to the managing board, for a term of three years were; H. L. Sherbondy, A. M. Peebles, C. Deans, M. Somers, Geo, Day. Auditors, Mrs. Geo. R. Scott and Mrs. G. Godkin. A vote of appreciation was passed and ordered sent to CKNX for the facilities of the station in broadcasting the evening service for sick. and shut- ins. Following the business period a soc- ial hour was enjoyed when lunch was served. SELOMICARNIM Good Crowell in Attendanee. Gorr*. On Friday Despite tho extreme cold. '22 below gFro' a good crowd turned opt Friday night in GOtAit Arena for the second a the Howled; Lions Chat Annual, Ice Carnivals. ,Miss Eleanore Stephens of Garde, costumed, to represent "Misa Canada" was chosen, Queen of the Carnival and Jimmy Wylie of Wroxeter, in High Hat and Tails was for the second time chosen as King' of the Carnival. The, Masked Acrobatic Skater and Entertainer was thoroughly enjoyed by all his antics drawing a big hand from the crowd. Our old stand by's, Tory Gregg, Cactus Mac and Mrs. MacDonald again looked after the Judging to the satis- faction of all. Following are the list of prize win- ners in the several events, Any Costume, Girls 7 and under; Evelyn Stephens, Sandra Edgar; Any Costume, Boys 7 and under: Billie Keil, Johnny Brown, Tommy Temple- man. Fancy Costume, Girls 8 to 12, Ferne Cook, Shirley Shera; Comic Costume, Boys 8 to 12, Bobby Strong, Bobby Black, Fraser McClemeny, Rob- ert Peel. Fancy Costume, Girls open to all, Eleanor Stephens, Dorothy Down- ey, Marion Downey, Fancy Costume; Boys open to all, Jimmy Wylie, Glen McClement, Bill Strong; Comic Cos- tume, Girls, open to all, Mrs. Glad Edgar, Mrs. Harold, Keil, Betty Zim- merman. Comic Costume, Boys, open, to alll, Harvey Ballagh, Belmore; Bobby Black, Bobby Strong. Charact- er Costume, Ladies, any age, Marie O'Krafka, Ferne Cook. Character Cos- tume, Gents, open to all, Bill. Hutchin- son, Wayne Day. National Costume, Ladies open, Evelyn Stephens, Marion Downey; National Costume, Gents, open, Jim Elliott, Billy Zimmerman, Best Performing Clown, Bobby Black, Fraser McClement. Races, Boys 12 and under, Bruce McClentent, Jack Stewart, Jack Edgar. Races, Girls over 12, Marie OKrafka, Shirley McMich- ael. Races, Boys over 12, Dave Neil- son, Lloyd Townsend, Ronald Mc- Michael; Races, Couples, Dave Neil- son and Marie OKrafka, Lloyd Towns- end and Fern Cook. Races, Obstacle, Dave Neilson. Door Prize went to Geo. Dickson of Delmore and second to Geo, Brown. The Howick Lions Club wish to ex- press their thanks to all who helped make the Carnivals such an outstand- ing success. BRINE CLUB There were seven ;al bite halt tab- les, ---sen t rrr e lett Thursday evening at the weekly meeting of the Wingham Bridge Club. The result of the play was as follows: North and South—Miss Margaret MacLean and Mrs. J. A. Wilson; 2nd, ,Mrs, Dyble and W. H. French; 3rd„ Miss Yvonne McPherson and D. Crompton; 4th„ Mrs. A. R. DuVal and J. A. Wilson, East and West—D. B. Porter and Dune. Kennedy, 2nd., Mrs. G. C. Gammage and Miss McCallum; 3rde Mrs, 3, H. Crawford and Mrs. F, A. Parker; 4th, Mrs. F. Sturdy and Mrs.. Godkin. Women's Institute Euchre '111•0, Remember the Euchre Party to be held by the W. I. in the Council Cham- ber, Friday evening, February 6th. Ad- mission 35 tents. Members please bring sandwiches. RED CROSS DRIVE TO START IN MARCH PRESENTED WITH 50 YEAR JEWELL A pleasant item of business at the regular meeting of Wingham A. V. & A, M. No. 286, G.R,C., on Tuesday evening, was the presentation of a 50 year Jewell, to Won Bro. Geo, C, 01- 'ver. Mr. Olver joined the Order in 1893, and after serving in the different offices of the lodge was Worshipful Master in 1919. Hospital Group Meets Group 13 met on Monday evening, February 2nd in the sewing room of -the Wingham General Hospital. When the sewing quota for the evening was completed, Mrs. W, W. Arnistrong, as hostess, served lunch, Engagement Announced and Mrs, Wan. Webster, Luck- now, announce the engagement of their eldest daughter, Evelyn Jean, to Mr. James Clifford Henderson, son of Mr. and Mrs. G, C. Henderson of l(ippen, the Marriage to take place in February, CURLERS HOLD TWO ONE DAY SPIELS Local.Rinks Finished Fitst Both Days The Wit-wham Curling Club staged two successful one day Bonspiele last week, with a full entry of 12 tinks each day. Entries were present from Mount Forest, Littowel, Walkerton, Teesevat- er, Gorrie, Wroxeter, Seaforth, Hare Aston and Delmore. Two Wingham rinks skipped by Rev, W. A Ileteroft and Fred Elliott placed first. Following were the results: Fiat Day, Wednesday First, Harry Angts, A. 13.. Mace William, Norman McLeod, Rev. W. A. Beecroft, ekip, 3 wins plus 17; second, Grant Dobson, Ed. Arbic, Gill Dever- , Roy Nithoi, skip, Mount Forest; 2 wins, plus 17; thitd, Xing, ken nestle, Jack Cathere, :Ben Mae guire, skin, Gaffe, 2 wins pies 12. Second Day, Thureday First, Jim IvIeCallimm, Bill Lee, Chas, Elliott, Fred Elliott, skip, 2 wins plus 8; tecorid, joe Falconer, Geo, 'Inglis, C, Renwick, A. M. Ctawfotd, skip, 2 wine pint 12; third, C. Smith, Wni Dens J. B, Keating', Chas. itarbete Seas iorth, 2 wins phis 10. Will Celebrate Golden Wedding The family and friends are looking forward to celebrating the Golden Wedding Anniversary of Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Doig, R. R. 2, Wroacter, on Feelettiaty 9th, Mr. and Mrs. Doig will be at home to their friends and neigh- bours in the afternoon amid evening of Monday, February 9th. Heartiest cons gratulations are extended to this happy couple on their fiftieth wedding an- nivereary. Program and Dance Plan to attend the program and dance in VA:(4echurch Commithity Memorial Hall, on Friday, February 6th., at 8.45 meshp..rp. Music by Tiffin's Orchestra. Istineh served. Adults 25 cents, NOTIM Section 40, Sub-Section 7, ...ref ...the Highway Traffic Act As Amended Now Read AS FOIIONS (7) Notwithstanding the provisions of 'this Section no person shall park or leave standing any vehicle Whether at- tended or unattended upon any high- way in stick a manner as 'to interfere With the movement of other traffic the clearing of snow from such high- way. In view of titew above change in the Higlesnay Traffic Aet, The'Township of Turnbegty publishes this section SO that motorists may be aware of this. Harold Moffatt, Road Supethetetident. • With Which is Amalgamated The G.orrie Vidette and. ItIrroxeter News Single Copies — Five Cents WINGHAIVI, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY„ FEBRUARY 4,, 1948. 'Subeerintioet, $2,00 a4"Zear in, Adn cx 10, RED. GROSS KID IRMO LIONSJIMI TOWN COMM HELD 'LOCAL MERCHANT REWILAR MEM DIM SUDDENLY UNITED CHURCH HAD IllORTICULTURAL SOC. SUCCESSFUL YEAR. ELECT OFFICERS ANNUL MEETING .•••••••••1. Thee ninth annual, meeting of the Wingtiam Branch of the Canadian Red Cross, Society was• held on Tuesday evening, January the 27th. Reports of the.yeer's activities were presented and apnroved.by the:meeting. The following officers were elected; fee 1948: President--Dx. W. A. McKibbon, 1st, Viceelenegident—Rev, A. Ninumo 2nd; Vice. Preeident—Mrs, R. H. Lloyd, Treaetioete-Miss Norma Dinsley. Secretagy—Mies Kathleen Pringlie Chairman, of" Campaign Commigee— rohn Pe McKibben. The financial statement from Jan- uary 1st., to. December 31st.,, 1947, is RECEIPTS To balance forwarded ...,..$ 1202.73 Proceeds Campaign Fund ...., 3070.11 77.00 25.10 50.00 7.55 .82 427484 Congregation Held Annual Supper The 26th annual meeting • of the Meeting Wingham Horticultural Society • was held on Friday evening, January 30th, The Annual Meeting of Wingham The officers for 1948 are: President, 'United Church was held in the School Mrs. Dr. Geo. Ross; 1st, Vice, Mrs, D. Room on Thursday evening. At 6,30 Crompton; 2nd. Vice, Mrs. E. Snell; nearly 300 Members of the congrega- Secretary, Mrs. E. J. Nash; Treasurer, tion sat down to a hot .supper served Mr. W, A. Galbraith; Auditor, Mr. H. "by the Women's 'Association, A short Sherbondy. Directors, Mrs. H. Angus, -musical program consisting of violin Mrs, W. W. Armstrong, Mrs. T. Fells, selections ,by Sam Button and solos Mrs. S. Hall, Mrs. J. H. Crawford. -by Bill Conroe with Jim Hall at the Membership , fee, $1.00. Premium piano followed the supper. Rev. W. A. list for 1948 will be announced later, Beecroft conducted the devotions, and Plans are to be made to have koda- a brief service in memory of the 10 chrome films taken of outstanding members of the church who had passed beauty spots in members gardens at away during the year. He expressed their request, and these to be shown thanks to all who had carried the bur- at an arranged affair late in the sum- den of leadership throughout the year mete and congratulated the different organ- RECEIPTS izations, all of whom had more than Balance forward $ 111.78 met their allocations. He also urged that those charged with responsibility for the present year will carry the same zeal and consecration into their different offices. Mr. E. S. Copeland was appointed chairman and Wilbur Tiffin secretary, for the business part of the meeting, The reports presented showed that the church had completed a very prosper- ous year. There are 290 families,. 642 members (100 of whom are non-resi- dent,) The pastor officiated at 17 bap- tisms, 11 marriages and 10 burials. The church treasurer, Mrs. Morgan, reported total receipts for the general fund, $12,201.45 of which $2965.37 was sent to the Missionary and Mainten- .ance Fund; $526.50 to the Pension Fund; $198.00 to Victoria. University Campaign, and a balance of $200.96 carried over. Extensive improveMents had been made to the Parsonage, and the new heating system in the church is almost completed. Plans are now -under way for complete redecoration of the inside of the church. The Junior Congregation under the leadership of Mrs. D. Miller meets every Sunday. The offerings were $29.50 and Patricia Burton had the highest attendance. Mrs. W. F. Ilurgnian has 70 mem- bers in the Baby Band and collects their contributions in ,mite boxes, The Mission Band is under the leadership of Mrs. T. W. Platt and meets each month. There are two groups of Cans adian Girls in Training led by Mrs. G. W. Tiffin and Mrs. Sam Burton. They (Continued on page four) ltlembers 1947 Provincial Treasurer Town of Wingham Grant Sales of Plants etc., Bank Interest 1550.00 200,00 22.50 80.00 $ 272,25 EXPENDITURES Remitted to Div. Headquar- ters 50% Campaign Fund $ Chinese Relief Fund Local Flood Relief, meals etc To Blood donors at hospital To beds and equipment for Hospital ............................. To equipment for Loan Cup- board and out patient re- quirements 606.79 EXPENDITURE Plants, shrubs, etc., $ 92.85 Printing, postage, 4.76 Horticultural Park 8.40 Fees, Ontario Hort. Assoc. 1.65 Salaries 30.00 Miscellaneous 7.00 1000.00 $ 3459.29 Cash bal, as of Jan. 1, 1048 813.55 $ 4272,84 Norma Dinsley, Treasurer. FISH & GAME CLUB ANNUAL The Fish and Game Club of Wing- ham held their annual meeting last Wednesday night. Reports showed a very successful year in 1947 with one hundred and seventy-five members. Mr. Geo. Orvis was presented with a Life Membership from the Club. The game warden, Mr. W. H. Cantelon reported a good year of restocking streams with five additional streams being stocked with fish. ,Mr, 3. .1", Evans is the newly elected President, with Mr. R. J. Galbraith as Vice-Presi- dent. This Club is taking an active part in restocking streams and in reforest- ration. $ 144.66 Balance on hand $ 127.59 Wa>ztime uses. Attacktane Monday „ Clerk Reported,`Applications for Donald. Rae Suffered. Fatal Heart The Wingham Town. Council met A prominent business roan, an en- on Monday evening with all mariners, thueiastic and ardent curler and bowler, present except Coons Rintoul. James. Donald. Rae„ died suddenly of a A letter of thanks. ‘aas: received from, heart attack on. Monday at his store Mrs. Wna. Stokes, just O. few minutes after closing for Mrs. Geo; A. Reidethanked the rout- the evening., He was. in his 66th year cil for their co-operition regarding the and, was born, in Downie township. picture recently donated in memory of Thirty-eight years ago at Avonton he her husband. l was marries; to. Elizabeth Shiells. On the request of Town of Sea- Grieve.. In early life he farmed in the, forth, asking the council to concur in Township of Blanchard, leaving the, asking the County- Council to assess a farm and coming to Wingham thirty- portion of the taxes for County Hoenig five years. ago, where he has since cone tals, no action was taken. ducted a uccessful hardware and, coal. Dept, as A certificate wag 'received from the business for t4 past Jew yearl his 'A'. in claiSing the town wat- sons, R ald and Murray have been e in partnership with him. Replying to an inquiry from Mr. A. He was a member of the Masonic C. Adams as to whether the town will Order, the Wingham Curling and Bow- still be requiring his building on Diag- ling Club, and St. Andrew's Presby- onal Road after theiFire Hall is corn- terian Church, servnig on the Board of pleted, the council agreed that at that Trustees and Managers. time it would no longer be needed. Surviving besides his wife, are two The assessor, W. H, Haney, was pre- daughters and three sons, Mrs. W. W. sent and addressed the council, thank- (Ella) Gurney, of town; Mrs, Dr. Ras- ing them for his membership in the sell (Betty) St. John of Howlie, New- Assessor's Association. He offered his foundland; J. Ronald and Murray M. houses that are contemplated being seven grandchildren; two sons prede- bseurivlti.ces as an inspector on the new of town, and Robert G„ of London, and ceased him, He is also survived by Mr. Sam Burton, Director of Recrea- three sisters and two brothers, Mrs. tion, was present and presented an an- George Skinner and Mrs. Robert Per- nual report and financial statement in teous, both of Stratford; Mrs. Nelson detail. Richardson, of Ingersoll; Robert, of Mayor Kennedy reported that the Lucknow, and Kenneth, of Kingsville. engineer had been here regarding the One sister, Mrs. 011ie Thompson, and Wartime Housing. He had been well one brother, Simon, predeceased him, impressed with the Carling Terrace and The funeral service is being held this Catherine St. arear, but offered a sug- afternoon (Wednesday) at 2,30 o'clock, gestion regarding a change in Pleasant at Currie's Funeral Home, conducted Valley, Brig. Spading had been in by Rev. Alex. Nimmo. The painter- town and inquired regarding renting ers, E. J. Nash, J. F. Murray, J. A, the old fire hall for use of the locaa Wilson, 0. Haseigrove, Dr. A. W. Ir- Battery, he also asked for assistance win and H. L, Sherbondy. Interment in recruiting for the Battery. in Wingham Cemetery. A. number of account were presented properly certified, these were ordered paid. Coun. Campbell reported on the cost of snow removal, and that the hydraulic lift on the truck had been fixed and was now working. He said a number of trees should be removed, The old Oatime$ Mill near the C. N. R, was reported as in a dangerous condition, as was also the ice on the Queens Hotel and Dominion Bank, The clerk was instructed to write to those interested milling these matters to their attention, Coon. Reavie reported that the road conferred by the Holy See for "con- was opened to the Cemetery, and the " second man was used on the streets spicuous service. C, E. Richey of Wingham, is when not needed at the Cemetery, pter of Mr. Jeffrey and was in The matter of having coal weighed Annarior attending the service. and graded was discussed. It was a- greed that the Chief of Police order Valentine Tea scales for weighing. the occasional load to go to the town The Ladies' Guild will bold a Val- By-law No. 1180, authorizing the e borrowing of $5000 for Wingliain High entire Tea on Saturday, Feb. 14th, at 3.30 p.m. in the Parish Room of St. School District Board, in addition to the $25,000 already passed, wail such Paul's Church. There will be a Nov- time as debentures arc sold for pang. city Table also home made baking. saenteint improvements, was read and pas- By-law No, 1181, to provide for ex- pendituree for Roads and Streets lit $ 272.25 WINNAM GIRLS WIN OVER hODERICH On Friday three thrilling basketball games were played in the Goderich Collegiate Institute gymnasium Al- though the Wingham Junior and Sens tior boys both suffered overwhelming defeats, the Senior Girls "saved the day" by downing the Goderich girls in a victory of 45-38. With 'both toms guarding closely the score was kept tied until the last quarter, Then the red and white for- wards broke loose and put their team ahead with seven points. At present Seaforth leads the Wes- tern Ontario Secondary Schools' As- sociation group with three wins. Our teams definitely need your encourage- ment, so let's give them a little more support at the next game to be played itt the Wingham Armouries at 7.00 p, M. with the Clinton Collegiate teams, e Valentines Day, Feb. 14th, "Cards of Character" for your Valentine, at MeXibbon's, INVESTITURE OF R. E. JEFFREY Bishop W. 5. Smith of Pembroke, last week officiated at Investiture of R. A. Jeffrey, of Arnprior, as Knight Commander of the Order of St. Greg- ory the Great, Investiture took place in St. John Chrysostom Church, fol- lowing high mass. Members of fourth degree Knights of Columbus acted as guard of honour during the ceremony, The Order of St. Gregory the Great is one of the most famous of honours CHORAL SOCIETY ELECT OFFICERS Fiat executive of the newly organ- ized Choral Group were elected at a well-attended rehearsal on Monday evening in the Town Hall. The officers are as follows: President, John P; Mc- Kibbon; Sec.-Treas., W. B. Conron; Librarian, Miss E, McInnes; Attend- ammes Committee, Mrs. T. A. Currie, Mrs. M. Swanson, Mrs, 5. Ernest; Accompanist is Jim Hall and conduct- or, Sam Burton, While the group now has 50 members, tenors arc needly es- pecially, so a special invitation is ex- tended to men with tenor voices, Send the "Kind of Card you like to Receive" to your Valentine. Choose it from the Rusteraft line on display at ZNIcKibbon's, ,Framar..••• Dance At Wroxeter The Howick Legion will hold a Val- entine Dance in the Wroxeter Town Hall, on Friday, February 13th. Nov- elty dances. Booth in the hall, Brown's Orchestra. Popular admis- sion prices. Township Official's Appointed The Council of the Township of East Wawanosh at their meeting on Tues- day appointed R. H. Thompson, a for- mer Reeve, as clerk, and Alex, Mc- Burney., treasurer, Arrived From England Mr. and Mrs. Linebrich and baby, Gerald, of England, arrived a week ago, and for the present will make their home with Mr. and Mrs. R, II. Coulter, 3rd, line, Morris, EVENING AUXILIARY JANUARY MEETING Visiting In California Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Makh left on 1 Tuesday for Los, Altos, Cal., where' they with spend the month with Mr. and Mrs. Allan McGill, Hospital Group Met The CEILIDH met at the Wing- ham General Hospital on 'Monday evening, January 26th. At the close of the work period, a social hour was spent .The hostesses for the evening were Mrs. E. Stuckey, Ma, E. Web- ster and Miss Agnes Williamson. Sunday Evening Concert Postponed To Be Held February 22nd. The concert which was to have been presented next Sunday evening in the Town Hall has been postponed to Sun- day, February 2nd, By so doing it will be possible to present a more var- ied programme featuring a male quar- tette a mixed quartette and instrumen- tal embers as well as the usual favor- ite artists. Proceeds of the concert, which is a Teen Town venture, will be donated towards the new Nurses resi- dence. ST. PAUL'S MU ANNUAL METING The annual meeting of St. Paul's Ladies' Guild was held oit Thursday afternoon, jam 29th., at the Rectoree with a large attendance of the mem- bers. The year's reports of the Secretary and Treasurer showed considerable act- ivity and much 'work had been ac- complished resulting in a very nice cash balance on hand and a motion was car- ried that $400.00 of this be donated to the Organ Fund. It was decided to start time year's work with a Valentine Tia on Satur- day, Feb. 14th. Dance at Whitechurch Kitchen Shower Held A group of about thirty friends of Miss Thelma Renwick, bride-elect, ga- 1948. $6772.68 was estimated es ex- thered at the home of Mrs. C. match- pent-Unite for year, this to be approved ford on Friday last and presented her by Dept. of Highways, was read and twith a kitchen shower. The gifts were passed. many and useful, She expressed her The balance of $300 owing ilia Uses- thenks to her many friends, A dainty seer for last year's equalization was Or- lunch was served by the hostess, assist- The Evening Auxiliary of the Wing- dered paid. ed by Miss Gwee Blateliford, Miss ham United Church met on Tuesday A by-law was ordered prepared toMary Totting and ,Mrs. P. 'McLeod. for its January meeting at the home of borrow up to $15,000 to pay for con- Mrs. A. W, Irwin with a record at- struction of the Fire Hall until &ben- tentlaece, tures are issued. Miss A. Heard was in charge of the meeting and contlected the 'worship Dance, 11_ A • itignatn tVrilloUries service assisted by Miss j. Murray and Mrs. P. Stainton, llfiss Belittle render Saturday night,Feb, 7th. Music min- ed a pleasing solo, "Teach Me to Pray." plied by 1,Villoughby's Orchestra, Dan- Miss IC. MacGregor continued the ee eing $' 20 to 12. Admission $0 tents and study of the Bible and dramatized the " tent ' coming of the Bible to the Islands of the Pacific. Mrs. J. Hamilton assisted Inspectors Visit High School Mrs. Irwin then called for the pees. High School Inspectors Gray and entatioh of the reports for 1947, which McClellan from the Department of showed a very successful year. Over $400 was raised for missions, as well as donations to relict worthy causes. Several parcels of clothing were sent for Greek Relief, Mrs. Irwin spoke a few words of Appreciation of the jal support given her by the members during her two years as president. She then called on Mre. Greet to instal the officers for 1948. Mrs. Greer first spoke of the need for a revival of Bible Study, as the Bible is a fortification egainst comnitainistn. She conducted a quiz on "Women of the I3ible." After the service of installation she called the new president, Mrs. J. Reavie to take charge. Mrs. Reavie first thanked Mrs. Irwin for her 'very willing and faithful terviet for the past two years. Site conducted the ;business of the meeting, Miss P. johns presented the cause of the Canadian Association of Consumers. A 'shower of parcels for 'Greece were opened and lintel.' and a social hour enjoyed. Education paid a visit to Wingham last week and met members of Wingham High School. District Board at the school. At Conuntiiiity Memorial Hall, on Wednesday, February 11th, Parrier's 5 piece orchestra, Lunch counter. Gents 50 cents, Ladies 25 cents. GROUP STANDINGS Following is the Intermediate A Zg , B Standing for Group 5, W.O. A. A. for 'their co-operaticni and help during W L T pts. LEGION OFFICERS ' The Red Cross Organization has elected its officers iii Wingham for I ' 1948. In March the annual appeal will be made to the people of this commun- ity. Last year we exceeded our alloc- ation, 1948 will unquestionably see the fine people of this cot-limn/lily rise' to the occasion again. Remember that the Peace time programme of the Canad- ian Red Cross is an active one, re- (miring Three million dollars in 1948. In 1947 the people of this eotrimun- ity benefitted greatly from the fact that in Wingham there is a Local Branch of the Canadian Red Cross. The Hose pital now is equipped with a "Loan Cupboard" of necessary equipment to look after sickness in the home, You may use it at any time. The Wingham Branch pays for all blood transfusions at the Hospital. Last year the Red Cross was a great help in relieving conditions during the spring flood. The Canadian Red Cross, Whigharn Branch, enlieits your help in March, whether you are asked to do a scan- s or merely to contribute moriees. DYERE INSTALLED The President, Mrs. Fred Fuller thanked all the officers and members 10 January 31st, inclusive. 1 0 20 3 2 16 4 1 12 6 0 12 5 2 12 8 1 11 3 0 10 9 1 5 7 0 0 ivenile Standing January 24th. L T pis. 0 0 18 4 0 10 6 0 0 Convening in the Legion Hall, the 'Wingham Branch, No. 180, Canadian Legion, 13.E.S,L., installed the follow- ing officers for 1948: President, Dr. A. W, Irwin; 1st. Vice-Ptes., DeWitt Miller; second Vice-Pres., John Cur- rie; third Vice-Prcs., Jack Bateson; Sec., George Henderson; treasurer, W. Cantelone Chaplain, Rev, W. A, Beecroft; Sergeant-at-AMA, Don French; adjustment officer, George Williams; Auditors, Alvin Smith, E. S. Lewis. Past President C. R, Coultes was in charge of the inetai:ation. 1947. Lucknow B. .. 10 Tarriston A. ... , 7 Wingham A 6 Southampton A . 6 Elmwood B 5 Allertford B ,............:55 Chesley A . ..... .5 Paisley B 2 Port Elgin ...... Following is the Sl of Group '1, including Wingbans 9 Southampton 6 Kincardine ..... Port Eight The following officers for 1948 were then elected: President; ,Mrs. Fred Fuller; 1st, Vice-Pro., Mrs. W. Con- nell; 2nd„ Vice-Pres., Mrs. Murray Johnson; Secretary, Mrs. R. E. Armi- tage; Treasurer, Mts. J. W. Dodd. The Rector then thanked all the Ladies for their interest in the Work of the church and wished them much success for 1948. Mrs. Connell invited the ladies to her home for the text meeting and af- ter the lbenedietion had been pronoun- ced by the Rector, lunch was served land a social half hour 'was enjoyed.