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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1948-12-22, Page 9MOSS YOUTH -LOCAL KINSMEN CLUB KILLED WHEN CAR ENTERTAIN LADIES GOES OUT OF CONTROL Dance and Floor Show Follows Dinner }Meeting WINTER SPORTS FESTIVAL POSTPONED To Be Held In January Old Man Winter has Crossed up the plans to have a Winter Sport Festival during the Christmas holi- days, The Festival will be postponed until we are sure of having enough ice and snow, Of course we know that we might look rather foolish this time next week but* the fact is that at the present rate eti going there will not be ice available in time-due entirely to weather conditions, Watch for an announcement next week, Christmas services were held in the Wingham United Church on Sunday, The front 'of the church was beauti- fully decorated with evergreens, Christmas wreaths, colored' lights and lighted candles. Rev. W. A. Beecroft spoke on "Joy to the -World". Past, Present and Future,' The Lord has Come." Special music was sung by the choir with Mr. Wm. Conron, bari- tone, singing "Night of Nights" by Van de Water`. In the afternoon White Gift Sun- day was observed in the Sunday' School. Rev, W, A. Beecroft told a Christmas story and members of the' Sunday School presented a story of Christmas by Scripture and song. The evening service which was giv- en over to Carol singing featured Jun- ior and Senior choirs in sPear'ate and combined numbers. W, G Burton, choir leader and violinist, played "Asti Bambino. The service was concluded with senior choir singing "Glory to God" by Pergolesi: New Sound System In Lyceum Theatre A complete new Northern Electric Sound System has been installed re- cently in the Lyceum Theatre. This sound 'system makes our local theatre one of the best in Western Onta-io. Dance At Whitechurch Ismagiolow.••••A In the Community Memorial Hall, on Wednesday evening, December 20, to the music of Farrier's Orchestra, Admission 50 cents. Lunch eminter, Everybody welcome, Mrs, 0. Gallagher of Westminster Hospital, London, spent the week-end with Mr, and „Mrs, Bert Armstrong. False Alarm Thursday Morning About 4 o'clock Thursday morning, the slumber of most' of the town's residents was disturbed, by the wail of the fire siren, It turned out to be a false alarm, and it was believed the high wind slammed the town hail door jarring the switch, which is just in., side, Minor Blaze At Lloyds During the supper hour on Monday the firemen were called to Lloyd's factory. Fortunately it was only a - minor blaze in the boiler room. Wrong Way Corrigans? In East Wawanosh on Tuesday of - last week a flock of thirty-four ducks; was seen flying due North. Either they had their signals mixed or we may expect mild weather. This is even, late for ducks to be seen at all in this. section. ST. ANDREWS CHRISTMAS SERVICE. The Christmas Season was observed in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church at the morning service by the singing of the Christmas hymns, and the read- ing of the Christmas Story from St. Matthew's Gospel, Rev. Alexander Nimmo took as the theme of his ser- mon, "What Christmas Really Means." To some, an opportunity for profit; feasting, gift giving and receiv- ing; an orgy of drunkenness. What it should mean, light, love and peace to the world. It ,can only „mean this as it is given a place in the hearts and lives of the world's people. Then the angels message to the shepherds will become a reality, and throughout the world "Glory to God in the highest" and peace on earth to men of good will." The choir sang a traditional West- minster Christmas Carol "Gloria in Excelsis Deo" and the carol "High O'er the Hills." The evening worship took the form of a "Christmas Candlelight Service" when a large congregation joined in the service of Christmas Carols and hymns. The choir under the direction of H. V. Pym, organist and choirmaster, sang the Christmas Carol, "Let Car., ols Ring" based on a Folk Song from Sweden, by Black, "0 Holy Night", by Adams; and 'Sleep Holy Babe," Brahma; solo, Mist Lois Whitney, soprano, "Jesu Bambino"; solo, by George Henderson, tenor, "The Holy City" by Adams, The male quartette, George Henderson, 1st tenor., John P, MeXibbon, 2nd. tenor, Wm. Ham., mond, 1st, pass, Horace ,Aitchison, 2nd, Bass, sang the Christmas Carol, "Christmas Morn, Jesus the Saviour Was Born, An organ recital of Christ,: ,precettled the evening sere Vice, a With Which is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News Single copies - Five Cents WINCHAM, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1948 Subscription, ..V,v0 a Year in Advance RED SHIELD FINAL RETURNS " Mr. H. C. MacLean, local treasurer for the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, has just received the final figures for the campaign, The Wing- ham district exceeded its quota of $1,800 by $1,11, inc4uded, in this dis- trict are the neighbouring townships and the village of Teeswater, The National objective of $1,360,795 was exceeded by about $200,000. On Friday evening,, Dec. 17th, the annual Sunday Schaal entertainment was held in St. Andrew's Presbyter. ian Church. The Sunday schoolroom was filled by children and parents. An excellent program was presented by thd children of the various classes as follows: Miss Pringle's and Miss Gil- mour's Primary class brought its Christmas greetings in recitations by 'twenty of its members; motion piece, "Two Little Eyes", and two songs, "Climb Up Sunshine Mountain" and "Away in a Manger". Miss Clelands and Miss Machan's classes gave reci- tations and sang "Holy Night". Miss Forsyth's classes, exercise, "A Basket of Gifts" and a song "'Tis Love makes our Christmas so Dear." Miss Baker's class, A Christmas Exercise: Miss Wilson's and Mrs. Ford's classes, Exercise' "Star Children, verses of scripture, Song "Light a Star." 'Mrs. Nimmo's and Miss McLaughlin's classes: Exercise "Come to Bethle- hem". Carol, "God Rest you Merry Gentlemen." Mrs. Lloyd's class, song, "Silent Night" accompanied at the piano by Miss Jean Bain. Mr, Beattie, principal of the Public School, 'very kindly operated the mot- ion picture machine in the showing of three short films, which were much enjoyed. At the close of the program, Santa Claus held an enthusiastic re- ception and each child was given a Christmas treat of candy and oranges. XMAS CONCERT AT ST. ANDREW'S CHURCH Let us begin the New Year in the Spirit of Prayer. The local churches have planned for services as follows: Monday, Jan. 3rd, Anglican Church. Tuesday, Jan. 4th.-United Church Wednesday, ,Jan. 5th-Baptist Thursday, 'Jan. 6th-Presbyterian Church. Friday, Jan; 7th-Salvation Army. The ministers of these churches ex- tend a cordial welcome tb all, These services will commence at 8 p.m. Our usual custom will prevail of re- ceiving an offering for the Wingham General Hospital. Boxing Day, Monday Next With Christmas falling on. Sat- urday and Boxing Day being observed on Monday, a long week-end holiday will be enjoyed. Remember to order a little extra on Friday to take care of the long week-end, Wife Of Former Pastor Dies Clare Dunn Norton, wife of Rev. oor at o l church, n, pastorurci of diedon T Ajax i nut Tues. sr: CHRISTIthiia SERVICES "Td.elNio.InFil ila'tNin day of last week. Following her mat- riage 46 years ago she had accompan- ied her husband to Baptist Church pastorates at, London, 'Welland, Wiar- ton, Cobourg, New Dundee and Wing- hani. CAROL FESTIVAL MOST SUCCESSFUL $/5.00 Forwarded To United Emergency Fund For Britain .1••.•••••••••• On Friday evening, December 10011, . a most successful Carol Festival was held in the Town Hall, Winglift, by the Turnberry Township Schools, Seventy-five dollars has been sent to the United Emergency Fund for Brit. .ain, Each school in , Turnberry contri- buted a few numbers to the pro- -gramme. The programme opened with "The King," followed by a rhy- thm band seletcion from Glenannan School with Mac Eadie as conductor. Then came a three part chorus "Some- where a Child Is Singing" by Wing. ham Junction School. A combined choir from all the schools sang, "Deck the Hall", "Calling Santa Claus" by Burke and a Round "May God Bless". Mr, A. D. Smith, chairman of Turn- berry Township Area School Board, gave a short address. Norma Felker, Marjorie Timm, Edith Sanburn, Mari- lyn Timm, from Kirton's school danc- ed the "Highland Fling." Wingham Junction School gave the audience a three-part chorus" Christmas Hymn" by Praetorius, A Minuet was per- formed by Powell's School; the solo- ist, Beulah Dennis, salig "The Second Minuet." Bill Barwick, Jack Elliott, `Eleanor Smith, Joan Hall, joyce Hoff- man, Doreen Burden, Susan Yeo, Phyllis Hamilton of Bluevale School took part in a play "The Christmas Special." Two Singing Games "All the Nice Girls Love a Sailor" and "Brown- eyed Mary" was presented by Gil- mour's School. Another rhythm band selection was given by Glenannan School. Betty Culliton conducted a 'band in "The Crooked Man," Dennis McGlynn in "Pop Goes the Weasel" and Eleanor McGlynn in "Charlie is My Darling". . Annie McNaughton, Mabel Sanburn, Norma Felker, Edith Sanburn, Gerald Timm, Jack Sanburn, Billie Henderson, Murray Timm from Kirton's School danced the "Scotch Reel." EIolrhes' School presented a chorus "Whence 0 Shepherd Maid- .en?" with Verlie Metcalfe as soloist. A Star Drill was given by Winona Foxton, Mabel Glousher, Marlene Ste. Marie, Audrey Baker, Betty ,j'hompson, Reta MacInnis, Wilma Reich, Joyce Dennis,. Sandra Smith, Joyce McKay, of Lower Wingham School. The closing number was a Christmas Pageant. The characters of the pageant were Shirley Burden, Elizabeth McKinney, Marilyn Parker, Lester Burden, Bob Hall, Bob Bar.. wick, Allan Nicholson, Bill Thomp- son, Mervyn Mann, Mac Smith, Ar- thur Burden, Ian Mundell, Loretta Fischer, Phyllis Elliott, Harry Dar- ling, Jacqueline Kerr, Jack Hall, Doug Fischer, Jim Darling, Phyllis Ham- ilton, Susan Yeo, Doreen Burden, Audrey Mann. During the pageant a choir of senior pupils sang Christ- mas Carols. and Kenneth Holmes, Leslie Showers and Gordon Ross sang "0 Holy Night", and Arlene, Frances and ,Billy Rettinger sang' "Bring a 'Torch, Jeanetta Isabelle." Miss Mar- ion L. MacDonald, music' supervisor, directed the singing and Mrs. W. A. Henderson, A.T.C.M., Walkerton, was pianist. 'Oddfellows Visit Brampton A bus load of members of Maitland Lodge, I.O.O.F., visited Brampton on Thursday evening and exemplified the third degree for ten candidates. Receives Promotion Dean A. Scott, formerly ..of Wing- ham, and at one time on the Dominion Bank Staff here, has been appointed Manager of the London, Branch of the Sun Life Insurance of Canada. Con- gratulations to Dean on this very ex. cellent appointment. UNITED CHURCH HELD EXCELLENT PROGRAM AT COMMENCEMENT Glee Club Presents -H.M.S. Pinafore The Commencement Exercises by the students of Wingham High School were' presented in the Town Hall on Monday and Tuesday evenings, Dec- ember 20th and 21st. Large crowds were present and thoroughly enjoyed the splendid entertainment both ev- enings, The special 'feature was the Glee Club under the direction of A. W. Anderton, presenting H.M.S. Pina- fore or "The Lass that Loved a Sail- or" by Gilbert and Sullivan, Following his address, the chair- man, W. H. French presented diplo- mas to the graduating class. Presentations of scholarships by A. D. MacWilliam were made to the fol- lowing students, James S. Hall, first Carter Scholarship for Huron County, Leslie Mae Wall, second Carter Schol- arship, Alice Laidlaw, Dominion Pro- vincial Bursuary, Grade XIII., Alice Laidlaw and Mary Ross, Marion I. Whyte Memorial Scholarship in Middle School French, Delores Ham- ilton, Laidlaw Fur Farm Scholarship (High School Entrance at Wingham), Marion Irwin, Lions Club Scholarship for highest ranking in Proficiency in W.H.S. in 1947-48. Field Day Awards and Shields were presented by G. C. Gammage to Sr. boys, Grant Ernest, Int. boys, Fred Riehl, Jr. boys, Glenn Showers; Sr. girls, Lois Lockridge, Int. girls, Viv- ian Hastings, Jr. girls, Jean Hobden, Geo. Kennedy presented cash prizes as follows; XIII, James Hall by T. C. King; Mary Ross, W. H. French Gen. Proficiency; John Armitage, J. H. Crawford, Math, and Science; XII, Alice Laicllaw, E. S. Copeland Profic- iency; XI; William Johnston, 'W. A. Galbraith Proficiency; X, Marion Ir- win, W. I. Proficiency; IX, Barbara. Gaunt, W. J. Greer, Proficiency; Commercial, Dawna Walker, by John, Mason, Proficiency. Shields *were presented to XIII James Hall, A. M. Crawford, Profic- iency; XIII Mary Ross, Dr. W. A. McKibbon, Gen. Proficiency; XII, Alice Laidlaw J. H. Crawford Pro- ficiency; XI William Johnston, T. Y. Smith Proficiency; X Marion Irwin, H. E. Isard, Proficiency; IX, Barbara Gaunt, W. 5, Greer Proficiency; Sr. girls, Lois Lockridge, T. A. Foxton, Athletics; Sr. boys, Grant Ernest, Frank Warrell Memorial Athletics. The Valedictory address was given on Tuesday evening by James S. Hall. Miss Lois Grasby presented the piano solo, Jesu Joy of Man's. Desir- ing, Bach. The very splendid performance by the Glee Club especially delighted the audience, The setting for .the opera was the quarter .deck of H.M.S. Pinafore off Portsmouth. The first act took place at noon and the second at night. The cast of characters was as follows: The Rt. Hon. Sir Joseph Porter K. C.B., (First Lord of The Admiralty), James Beninger; Captain Corcoran, (Commanding H.M.S. Pinafore) Cur- rie Burchill; Ralph Rackstraw, (Able Seaman), Donald Fortune; 'Dick Deadeye (Able Seaman) Grant Ern- est; Bill Bobstay, (Boatswain) Brian Metcalfe; Boatswain's Mate, John Lancaster; Bob Becket, (Carpenter's Mate), Wally Haseigrov.e; Tom Tuc- ker (Midshipmate) Gwen Blatch- ford; Sergeant of Marines, Jim Cum- mins, Floyd Jenkins; Josephine (The Captain's daughter), Marjorie Cope- land; Hebe (Sir Joseph's First Cous- in) Vivien Ernest; Mrs. Cripps (Little Buttercup), (A Portsmouth Bumboat Woman) Mary Ross. Able Bodied Seamen: Tenors: Pan- zie Champion, Marion IrWin, Barbara Irwin, Lloyd Anderson, James Irwin, William Johnston, Ronald Ste. Marie, First Bass: Murray Bruce, James Cur- rie, Harold Pennington. Seocnd Bass: Desmond Brophy, Stanley Hiseler, James Johnston, First Lord's Sisters, Cousins and Anuts: Sopranos: Joan Bushfield, Anne Chamney, Jean Elliott, Marion Gerrie,. Lois Grasby, Marjorie Hobden, Laura McBurney, Leona Pickell, Hel- en Louise Pocoek, Margaret Procter, Mary Somers, Doris Wray; Altos: Jean Adair, Ruth Burgman,' Barbara Foxton, Donna Henry, Joan Hiseler, Margaret Treleaven. Allister McKee Died Instantly, Everett Whytock, Critically Injured Thrown from their car when it went out pf control on an icy patch on the Walkerton-Kincardine Highway about four miles west of Walkerton, one youth was instantly killed and his companion critically injured on Mon- day afternoon. Owner and driver of the car, Allis- ter McKee,. 20, R. R. 1, Teeswater, died instantly. The sole passenger, Everett Whytock, 18, of Holyrood, received serious head injuries and ex- tensive lacerations over his body and was given only a 50-50 chance for sur- vival at the Walkerton Hospital, " The car, apparently went out of control on a straight section of the highway struck a 10-foot bank, throwing both men out. It continued another 100 yards from the road, somersaulting several times and com- ing to rest in a field. McKee was the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Roy McKee, 8th concession of Cuirass. Whytock is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Whytock, 10th concession of Cuirass. Funeral service will be held front Knox Presbyterian Church, Teeswa- ter at 2:30 p.m., Thursday. Rev. John Hardwick of Knox Church will offic- iate. Interment will be in Teeswater cemetery. STORE HOURS' FOR XMAS SHQPPERS For the convenience of their cus- tomers and to assist them in their Christmas shopping the Wingham stores will remain open this Wednes- day afternoon and evening, also Thursday and Friday evenings, until 10 p,m. Entertainment At Currie's School Colored slides will be shown at 8.30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 29th, followed by progressive euchre at S. S. No. 9. E. Wawanosh. Please bring lunch, The Wingham Kinsmen Club pre- sented an evening of good fellowship last Friday night, December 17th, when the club entertained the wives and girl friends, of the members of the club, President Art Loucks was in the chair and welcomed the ladies to the regular dinner meeting. Besides the feminine guests, President Art in- troduced Deputy District Governor Don Patterson and President Mel Fawcett of the Hanover Kinsmen Club, Then the members and their guests,, settled down to a good meal, under the direct supervision of Kin Andy Scott, whose tie was as wide as his grin. ' ' There was much important pre Christmas business on the agenda a,nd one of the most important items was the presentation of a silver baby spoon with Kin• crest to Kin Johnny Brent on behalf of his new son, Terry. Then the fine period was declared open, and it seems that nearly all the members were involved at some time or other during this open season. The fines were flying thick and fast, and it was only through the intervention of President Art that the period was declared closed. Harold Victor Pyin was the pianist for the evening, and Kin Johnny Brent was song leader. Many familiar and traditional Christ- mas carols were ably handled, alon,, with an Irish ballad or two by the Wingham Kinsmen Quartet at the insistence of Kin Dee Miller. Kin Dee was caught in the cross-fire due to his constructive criticism and was obliged to show the assemblage hoW an Irish ballad should be sung. After the dinner period, Deputy District Governor Don of Hanover, was introduced. Kin Don spoke espec- ially to the ladies of the Kinsmen on the aims and objects of the club, and the functions and duties of a Kinette Club, which it is hoped will be formed as an auxiliary to the Wingham Kins- men in the near future. His subject matter was very timely in view of the Ladies Night banquet, and Kin Don wished the Wingham Kinsmen and their ladies the best of luck in their future endeavours. Kin Don ended his talk with a wish for a Merry Christ- mas to each Kinsmen and their guests, After the dinner meeting was ad- journed, the Kinsmen and their guests went to the Royal T where a social evening consisting of dancing and a floor show was enjoyed by those at. tending. The first regular meeting ,of the new year, 1949, will be held at the Queen's Hot el, in Wingham, on Friday evening, January 7th, at '7 o'clock. The usual good attendance is requested. UNITED CHURCH S.S. CHRISTMAS CONCERT On Friday evening the Sunday School of Wingham United Church, held their Christmas entertainment in the School Room, Mr. F. R. How- son, S. S. Superintendent, was chair- man. A recitation of welcome was given by Murray Kerr, after which a tableau depicting the Manger Scene was presented by the Beginners and Primary Classes, Mrs. Harold Wild telling the story. Sharon Thompson and Carol Murray gave recitations, there were also dialogues and songs by different classes of the Sunday School. The junior choir, under the instruction of Mr. Sam Burton, sang four Christmas anthems. As a special feature, Mr. Pepper, magician from Kitchener, was present and really mystified the audience with his many acts of magic. Several child- ren were taken to the platform to as- sist with these puzzling tricks. Then, to the singing of "Jingle Bells" came the long awaited Santa Claus, loaded with gifts of candy and fruit for all the members of the Sunday School. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE The December meeting of the Wo- men's Institute was held in the Coun- cil Chambers on Thursday, December 16th, when a special Christmas pro- gram was presented. A Carol, "In the Bleak Midwinter," was sung by Mrs. L. Hiseler. Mrs, Ford conrinued her report on the convention held in Lon- don and Mrs. Wilbur Tiffin gave a reading, "A Happy Christmas." An exchange of Christmas gifts fol- lowed, and a pleasant social hour was enjoyed. PRESENTATION BY CKNX STAFF IBELGRAYE S. FAIR ANNUAL MEM% The annual meeting of 13elgrave School Fair was held on Tuesday af.., ternoon, with a fair attendance, Law- rence Taylor, the President, presided. The Treasurer reported a balance on hand of $76,72. Mr. Clarence Rennie, Assistant Agricultural Representative, Clinton, was present and congratulat- ed the Directors and all who assisted in making the 1948 Fair such a splen- did success, He also assured those in. charge that the Dept, at Clinton- would co-operate in every way pos- sible in 1949,1yfr. Rennie presided for the election of officers with the fol- lowing results: President, Lawrence Taylor; 1st. Vice, R. 5, McMurray; 2nd, Vice, Les Bolt; Sec,-Treas., Stewart Procter; Directors, all teach- ers and music superviser, Morris No, 1, Miller Richmond, Mrs. Chas, Souch; No. 3, Ivan McArter, Mrs. Geo. Noble; No, 4, Reg Watson, Mrs. Lorne Nichol; No. 5, Earl Anderson, Mrs. R. Procter; No. 6, Jos. Black, Mrs. J. Bowman; No. 7, Mel Mathers, Mrs. R. J. McMurray; No. 8, Ralph Shaw, Mrs. Bernard Thomas; No. 9, Clarence Martin, Mrs, A. McCall; No, 10, Alex Shaw, Mrs. W. Peacock; No. 11, W. R. Sholdice, Mrs. W. Hackwell; No. 12, Ken Taylor, Mrs. Harvey Brown; Morris and E. W. No. 3, W. Oster, Mrs. Earl Caldwell; No. 17, A. Nethery, Mrs. J. Anderson;, E. Wawanosh, No. 8, McCallum, Mrs. H. Rinn; No. 9, Phil Dawson, Mrs. 'W. Pocock, Mrs. Les Wightman; No. 13, Louis Cook, Mrs. Walter Scott; No. 7, Albert Bieman, Mrs. Clarence Chamney; No. 6, Howard Campbell, Mrs. Lloyd Walden; No. 16, John Lockhart, Mrs, All. Nesbitt; No, 11, Wilmer Howatt, Mrs. C. Fat_ coher. Auditors, Mrs. J. Wickstead, Mrs. Stan Hopper. It was decided to hold the F'ir on Wednesday, September 14th, and that Prize List be printed in Booke,§forin with paid ads. appearing in it to fin- ance the printing. The following com- mittee was appointed to have charge of the Music Festival to be held early in June, R. J. McMurray, C. R. Coultes, Martin Grasby, Miss Walsh, Mrs. C. Wade, Mrs. R. J. MacKen- zie, Mrs. L. Vannan, Mrs. Leslie, Wightman, Mrs. Les Bolt, Miss Aud- rey Bradburn. Mr. Rennie was ap- pointed to secure a special speaker for next year's Fair. BRIDGE CLUB 81/2 tables were in the play at the weekly Meeting of the Wingham Bridge Club. The winners were: North and South-1st, Miss Y. McPherson and R. S. Hetherington; 2nd., Mrs. R. S. Hetherington and D. Nasmith;'tied for 8rd. Mrs. G. H. Ross and H. L. Sherbondy and Mrs, A. R. DuVal and Geo. Williams; ,East and -West-1st., Mrs. D. Na. smith and J. J. Goodine; 2nd., Mrs. J. J. Goodine and 0. Haselgrave; 3rd, Mrs. G, MacKay and G. MacKay; 4th, Mrs. P, Dyble and N. Welwood. 1949 WEEK OF • PRAYER SERVICE In Toronto in 1947, two hundred and eight people died of tuberculosis. That represents a rate of 29.9 per 100,000 of the population. The rate for the Dominion of Canada as a whole. is 43.4. In Newfoundland the rate is much higher, standing at 122 per 100,000, or 4% of the 'general pop. elation. With 10,000 or more people suffering from tuberculosis, New- foundland' has only 380 beds for their care. Now that Confederation has come, Newfoundland's tuberculosis problem is one problem. There is sure to be more going and coming, between Newfoundland and the other provin- ces, and this just emphasizes the need for a comprehensive chest X-ray pro- gram. In the United States 'numerous studies have brought out that 2 to 3 of every 100 admissions to hospitals have X-ray exidence of tuberculosis. At that only 8 per cent, of the more than 6,000 hospitals in the U.S. have adoPted- routine X-raying. To treat patients for other troubles and make no attempt to diagnose the chest area is hardly in keeping with the highest traditions of medical care, and cer-, tainly defeats any public health crus- ade, It is also in the interest of the hospital staff ,that chest X-raying should become regular admission routine. In providing miniature X-ray equipment for all hospitals the Ont- ario Department of health is supplying the means for such X..t4ying of every patient on entering .the hospital. More- over the Christmas Seal Fund bears the expense of all Chest X-rays 'exami- nations, Buy Christmas Seals to build up this fund, The Christmas Seats have become part of the Canadian Christmas tra- dition„ For 22 years the T.B. Assoc. iations have been offering their Seals for tile, asking the public to contri. bate to the fund, to combat T.B. Have you Sought your Seals? Fortner Baptist Minister Buried .' Funeral services .were held at Nap- anee Monday afternoon for Rev, J. F. Dingman, 81, retired Baptist minister. Mr. Dingman vas a former pastor of Wingham Baptist Church, Utilities Office Closed The office of the Utilities Com- mission will be closed from December 25th, 1948 to January 3rd., 1949, for the purpose of taking inventory. Wingham Utilities Commission. BUY CHRISTMAS SEALS High School Dance The Christmas High School Dance will be held in the Wingham Arm- ouries on the evening of Wednesday, December,,22nd. Music ,will be furnish- ed by Eric Scott and his orchestra. All former pupils' are invited to at- tend, Tickets may be secured from all senior students. Sunday Dinner At Brunswick Hotel Served from 12 to 1.80 and 6 to 610, Three chokes of meat, one fowl, BAPTIST S. S. XMAS. CONCERT The Baptist Sunday School Enter- tainment was held on Wednesday night with a good attendance. An in- teresting programme was in charge by the S. S. Superintendent, Mr. Fal- coner. The evening opened with a hymn and prayer by Rev. 0. J. Coup. land, after which a welcome was giv- en by the Primary and Beginners, Duets, trios, recitations, pantomines and two plays filled the evening with excitement and laughter. Miss Lois Burchill assisted at the piano, Mr. Falconer thanked the teachers for making such a fine programme possible and also the children for their interest and in their parts as well. The gifts were then given out and a bag of goodies to each child present, after which Mr, Falconer dismissed the meeting with prayer. WINNERS AT' TURKEY DRAW A large crowd was present at the Wingham Armouries on Friday even- ing for the Legion Annual Christmas Bingo and Turkey Draw. The winners of the draw were; for Turkeys, J. H. Wylie, Wroxeter; R. A. Hastings, Jos. Fitzpatrick, Fred Blundon, Geo, Day; and for chickens, Mrs, W., Balfour, W. W, Broome, R. S. Hetherington, E. Bosrnan and ,M. Smith. "As you get on in years, there's a great pleasure in looking back on the growth• of a large family." So said W. T. Cruickshank last Friday to the assembled CKNX Staff. ,The 30-odd members were gathered in Studio B to commemmorate the silver wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Cruick-. sank, held last Sunday. Mr. Cruickshank and his wife were the recipients of a silver coffee-maker and grape design rose bowl. Santa also presented Mrs. Cruickshank with a bouquet of red roses. The occasion further served as a Christmas party for the radio gang to exchange gifts. Christmas Holiday Dancing At the Royal T on Friday, Dec. 24th, to the music of Garnet Farrier's 5 piece orchestra, Christmas night to Wilbee's orchestra, Dancing from 9,30 to 12 p.m. Alpo Sunday midnight to the music of Eric Scott. Sleet Storm Slows Traffic Last Thursday a sleet storm slow- ed up motor traffic in this area. Since then some snow has fallen, but accord- ing to reports we have missed the heavy snowfall other districts have experienced. Highway plows, howev- er, were out on Tuesday. Full Week Banking Service As of today, Wednesday, December 22nd,, the Canadian Bank of Com- merce has extended their service by having their Fordwich office open the full week. Commencing January 3rd., the Gorrie office of the Dominion Bank will also be open Monday to Saturday. ST. PAUL'S S. S. CHRISTMAS PARTY The annual Christmas Party for St, Paul's Anglican Sunday School child- ren was held on .Friday evening, About fifty pupils sat down to supper, which was served by the Ladies' uild of the Church. Following the much enjoyed supper a programme was presented by the pupils of the' school. The rector, Rev, E. 0. Lancaster was chairman, As the programme drew to a' close Santa Claus arrived in his usual jolly manner and helped distribute gifts from the Christmas corner.