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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1949-11-30, Page 1BAPTISMAL A'T ST. PAU12-:$ CHURCH , On Sunday morns eee, Itrenda Lou i se, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John VanCamp of town and Margaret Elizabeth, infant daughter of Dr. Thomas 0, and MrS. Irwin of Dur- ham, were baptized. Sponsors for Brenda remise Van- Camp, were her patents and Miss Eleanore McLean and for Margaret Elizabeth Irwin,. lice parents and her grandparents, Dr. Os.eer and Mrs. Ir- win from the West, R.A.M. Devoe, Conferred At the regular convocation of Leb- anon Chapter No. 84, .on Tuesday ey- ing Nov. 22, the R.A.M. Degree was conferred on nine candidates in the presence of Ex, Comp, W. H. Roope, Grand Supt. Huron District No. 6, and a good representation from other Chapter of the distil& Refreshments were served by members ,of the local Chapter, DRAMA .CLUB Activities of the recently organized Wingham Drama Club are now well under way for the 1949-50 season. In conjunction with local Chor- al Society, a Christmas concert will be presented on the evening of December 14th., in the Town Hall. The drama club's part of the programme will be a stage fantasy entitled "The Plot to Overthrow Christmas," The product- ion is under the direction of Vin Ditt- neer. Stage manager is Fern Kaye. In recent weeks on Monday nights the club has presented a number of radio plays over CKNX, and will con- tinue to do so at least until the first of the year. A number of encouraging coMments end helpful criticisms have been received. Members are reminded of the weekly meeting tonight (Wednesday) at 7.30 in the Town Hall. Any others wishing to attend .will be welcome, as the club is interested in new mem- bers. CONTRIBUTOIS TO SANTA •CLAUS PARADE The Santa Clans Parade Committee is deeply indebted to the various busi- ness places in town which made the parade possible through their liberal contributions. The committee world also like to thank all those who built floats. To those who wore costumes both young and old our heartfelt thanks to Lloyd. Smith of Smith Bros. Grocery goes special mention. 'Without his optimism and drive the whole idea may have faltered. Special mention also to Elmer Wilkinson and Clare Cantelou who worked long and hard designing San- ta's float and helped the Bennett- Casemore firm build it, now property of the Wingham business men. Many thanks to Advance-Times and CKNX for their fine cd-operation. To the small committee good work! The job was well done! Next year we look forward to more enthusiasm, a larger committee and a bigger and better organized parade, Thanks Santa for the grand job you did, from the committee and every kid large and small in this community. Following is the list of contributors to this worthy project; a statement of receipts and expenditures will be pub- lished in the near future. Adair Transport, Miller Wholesale, Spotton Monuments, Cameron Taxi, Advance-Times, Wingham Utilities, Rae's Hardware, Machan Bros., Ruth. erford's Grocery, M. Johnson & Son, Robin Campbell, Bert Armstrong, U. F.O., Pollock Shoes, Sturdys Crossett Motor Sales, King Dept. Store, Weliwood's Stedman Stores, Bert Isard, Warren House, Hammer- ton Photo Studio, Klein & Son, Percy Deyell, Armitage Dry Cleaners, Browne Shoe Repair, Stewart Home Appliances, Crompton Jewellery, Wal- ker Stores, Lees Restaurant, Huron Motors, Wingham Motors, AfaeLean Insurance, A. C. Adams, Brown Bros., Burke Electric, Beaver Lumber, Andy Scott, McGill Radio, Percy Clark, ChainwaY Stores, S. Hackett, Farrier Welding, Lewis Flowers, T.y- ceUrn Theatre, Henghan Harness, W. J. Clark, CKNX, Smith Bros., Red Front, Casicanette's Station, Stainton Hardware, Smith From:Any Food Stove, 1Ylitcliell's Meat Market, Currie Furniture, Mundys, Shethondys, Ham- ilton Optical, Hanna rt Co., ,McRib- bons, Hohndale Creamery, Pattison Radio & Electric., Simpsons, Alf Lock- ridge, Merkley Motors, Dunlop' Shoe Store, Howard E. Faller, Reavie Motor Sales, Brunswick Hotel, J. Butnstead & Son, C. Hodgins, O. Has- elgrove„ Purdons Bakery, Jack Mason, Rnsh Ladies Wear, Cartniehaels, Kerns Drug Store,' Wallpaper Shop, Eaton', Rapp Bakery. STORY HOUR All boys and girls are reminded Of "Story Hour" every Saturday morning at 11 o'clock in the Council Chambers, There are stories for buys and girls from 4 to 9. Any adults who are free Saturday morning and would like to help with the telling of the stories are asked to contact the recreation direct- or, at 296, NOMINATIONS IN DISTRICT Hail West Wawanosh (All posts filled by acclamation) For .Reeve: Everett Finnegan. For eotincil; Harold Gaunt, Gordon Struthers, John Durnin, Ben Johnston, For trustees: Harvey Anderson, James Curran, Ted Mills, Brussels For reeve: Roy B, Cousins, (qual.) W. E, Willis. For Council: William Spier (qual.), A. Meraggart (qual.), W, R. Kennedy Neap., Robert Bennett, George Dav- idson, W. E. Willis. For school board: D. A, Rams, Robt. Bennett, Dr. C. A. Myers, Hartley Fischer, W. C. Kerr, M. C. Oldfiehl, For Hydro Electric Commission: W. R. Little (accl.). Carrick For Reeve: Wallace Wilton, Nor- man Schmidt. For Council: Nicholas Honstein, Alfred Walter, Rudolph Sigener, Jos- eph. Weber (acids.) Culross For auncil: John Moffatt, Joseph Wall, Michael Fischer, Gordon Mel- vin (accts,) For School Trustees (three to be elected): Graham Moffat, 1-ingh Deck- ing (another nomination to be held. Kinloss For Reeve: George Tiffin, .(acel). For Council: Dan McKinnon, Har- old Percy, Harry Levis, D. H. Car- ruthers (accts.) Ashfield (All postts filled by acclamation.) For Reeve: Cecil Johnston.. For Council: Elmer Graham, John Bradley, Andrew Ritchie .and Kenneth MacKenzie: . _ Fine selection of Christmas Cards, Tags, Seals and Ribbon; at Warren House. Stores To Remain Open During the month of December the stores of Wingham will remain open on Wednesday afternoons, See adver- tisement on page 8. Joins Advance-Times Staff Mr. Clarence Borho of Brussels, has joined the staff of The Wingham Advance-Times.. Mr. and Mrs, Both() will take up residence in Wingham next week. / Mercury Hits All time Low Record Early Saturday morning the mer- cury took a nose dive to a new all time low for November, when it registered 8 degrees below zero, The extreme cold prevailed until well on in the morning but by evening it had modul- ated and snow had started to fall. The Voice Of Temperance The Huron Temperance Federation does not want the people of Huron to forget that the Canada Temperance Act, which is in force in Huron, Per- th and Peel counties is the soundest legislation in the interest of temper- ance and sobriety that has yet been devised, for it prohibits the public sale of intoxicants, There may be a meas- ure of leakage under this ban, but that is as nothing compared with the flood that public sales through many outlets releases—and it is the flood that does the damage.. To Speak In St. Andrew's Church Mr. Luciene Vinet of Winnipeg, recently converted to Protestantism, from Rothanistn, will speak in St. An- drew's Presbyterian Church, Wing- hani, on Wednesday, November 30th., at 8 p.m. Everybody welcome, Free- will offering. Mr, Vinet was formerly a chaplain hi the R.C.A.F, Christmas Program The Salvation Army Christmas Pro- gram will be held on Monday, Dec. 5th.; at 8 o'clock. p.m, The main fea- ture will be the motion picture "The Prince of Peace." Everybody welcome. Admission, silver collection. Play At Bluevale The play "BacIZ Woods Romeo" to be presented' by Londesboro playerp iii Bluevale Community Rail, on 'Fri- day, December 2nd., 1049, Sponsored by the YAW. of the Bluevale United Church, Admission, Adults, 40c: children, 25e, WINGHAM PAVED FOR SANTA MADE Over 2200 Bags of Candy Were Given to Children Over six thousand eager, happy faces thronged Wingham's main street cm Saturday to see the first annual Santa Claus Parade, sponsored by the places of business of town. Although the mercury registered 8 degrees below zero early that morn- ing it did not keep the crowd from coining many miles to be in. attend- ance. At 2 p.m. the parade, headed by the 21 A/Tic Regiment Band left the cor- ner of Scott and Josephine Streets and proceeded up 'Josephine Street to the C. N. R, station, then returned to the main intersection of John Street, Jo- sephine Street and Diagonal Road, where Santa distributed over , 2200 bags of goodies to happy children, The parade consisted of floats, beautifully wrapped, walking Christ- mas packages, clowns, Santa's Sprites, Elves and Helpers; suggestions for Christmas gifts and last but not least, four beautiful driven by San- ta Claus himself looking very happy and waving and smiling' to all. Special mention might be made of the beautiful Cinderella float on which rode Cinderella, her coachmen, Prince Charming and her two sisters. Much time and planning must have been put on this outstanding float. The merchants of town deserve great credit for their efforts, culmin- ating in the great success of this first Santa Claus Parade, It will no doubt, be an annual event, Santa Claus and his helpers visited Wingham General Hospital later 'in the afternoon where candies and treats were distributed to the staff and natiente. 'NOMINATIONS HELD FRIDAY IN HOWICK Election To Be Held Monday, Dec. 5 - Nominations for Howick Township Council were held on Friday in the Township Hall with the largest at- tendance in years. John Winters acted as chairman and the following were ,nominated, Reeve—E. J. Farrish, E. H. Strong, both qualified. Deputy Reeve—Harry Gowdy, Har- vey McMichael, both qualified. Councillors—Ivan Haskins, Ted Newton, Emerson Hargrave, Arthur Gibson, all qualified. Robt. - Gibson, 9th con., was also nominated but withdrew. East Howickt School Trustees—Al- fred Herman, Geo. Ashton, Harold Pollock (accis.) West Howick School Trustees— Allen Munro, Sloyne Michel (accls.) Elmer Farrish in his address paid tribute to two former members of time Council, Mr, Sam Ferguson and Mr. Thos. Inas, who passed on during the year. He spoke of conservation work which was taken up by the pro- vince and of reforestation, stating that two farms in Howick had been purchased for that purpose, also on the Huron Co. Health Unit and the County Roads. Harry Gowdy spoke on the Health Unit about the'cost of which there was some criticism. Equalization of assess- ment and the County Home which is being' run successfully, were other sub- jects mentioned. E. H., Strong spoke of the Pension scheme by which all county officers would be pensioned at 65 years of age, also of reforestation and bridges, Warren Zurbrigg, former councillor said lie was withdrawing for health reasons after four years in the council. Harvey Mc,Micltael spoke on gravel- ing and snow plowing. All thanked the ratepayers for their support last year. G. B. McDonald, auditor of Toronto, congratulated the ratepayers for turn- ing out so well and explained the municipal drainage act and cleared up some qu es tions on drainage in the township.. Ivan Haskins, 'red Newton .and Em- erson Hargrave spoke briefly and E. J. Parrish replied to some of the crit- icisms. Atm election will be held on Monday, Dec. 5th, Hospital Auxiliary The regular meeting of the Hos- pital Auxiliary will be held in the Council Chamber on Friday, Decem- ber 2nd.„ at 3 p.m. Carol Festival second annual Turnberry Carol Festival will be held in Wingham. Town Hail at 8.15 lint., December 2nd., 1049. Admission, adults, 35c, children free, NO ELECTION FOR WINGHAM THIS YEAR Mayor, Reeve, Commissioner, School Board and Council Receive Acclamation lc A marked improvement in the. ab- lentlance was noted at the nomination aneeting held in Wingham Town Hall vie Monday evening. Three were nominated for Mayor, Jack E, Reavie by W. W. Gurney and Joe Clark; W. W. Gurnee', by N, J, Welwood and Jack E. Reavie; Chas. A, Roberts, by Chas. Crossett and Frank Hopper. Mr, Roberts and Mr, Reavie not qualifyipg, W. W, Gurney, a member of the council for the past few years received an acclamation. Murray Johnson, Reeve for the past several years was returned by acclam- ation, Of the three Commissioners nominated, Thos. Fells, by C. A. Rob, erts and ,Hugh Carmichael; Howard Madman by H. e P. Carmichael and Norman Rintoul; W. T. Cruickshank by Wm, A. Young end Howard Mac- ban, Mr. Fells alone qualified, thereby receiving an acclamation. The Public School Board also re- ceived an acclamation with Geo. R. Scott for Ward 1 by Frank Hopper and C. W. Lloyd; Harold Wild, Ward 2, by J. A. Lunn and Geo. R. Scott; C, W, Lloyd, Ward 3, by Geo. R. Scott and Robt. Mowbray; end Herb Fuller for Ward 4 by C. W, Lloyd and C. A. Roberts, Just six of the thirteen nominaeed -Re- council qualified so there will be sin election this year. -p The members for the coming year *ill be Jos: Clark, Norman Welwood, Norman Rintoul, H. P. Carmichael, Dc Witt Miller and Roy Adair. Ye The following is the list of council- lors nominated, Jos. Clark, by W. W. Gurney and 4i, P. Carmichael; Norman Welwood by Robin E. Campbell and Norman Rintoul; John P. McKibbon by H. P. Carmichael and Joe Clark; Robin -E. Campbell by N. J. Welwood and Joe Clark; Norman Rintoul, by Joe Clark and H. P. Carmichael; H. P. Carmic- „heel, by N. J. Welwood and W. W. Gurney; Chas. Crossett, by Robert )4owbr.ay and jos.eBailey'e..John Sereeng by Chas.. White and Wm. Aitken; Robt, Ferguson by C. A. Roberts and 11. Tory Gregg; Tory M. L. Gregg, by Alex Hackett and John E. Bumstead; DeWitt Miller by G. W. Cruickshank and R. D. Ferguson; Chas. Boshfield by F. L. Davidson and T. R. Garrett; Roy Adair by Tory Gregg and H. V. Pyrn. 41,)' Sunday Dinner At Brunswick Hotel Served from 12 to 1.80 and 5 to 6.80. Three choices of meat, one fowl. Hockey Dance Eric Scott and his orchestra will play for the Spitfires Hockey Club Dance in the Wingham Armouries on Thursday, December 8th, from 10 to 1. Contractor Dies John Puperbough died at St. Jos- eph's Hospital, London, on Wednes- day, Nov, 23rd. Mr. Ptttherbough was the contractor who built the new wing on Wingham General Hospital in 1946. CEILIDH Met The CEILIDH met to .sew at the Wingham General Hospital, on Mon- day evening, November the twenty- eighth. The hostesses were: Mrs, Gordon Buchanan and Miss Yvonne McPherson. Preached At St. Thomas Rev. A. Nimmo was 'guest preacher at Knox Church, St. Thomas, .on Sun- day and Rev. MacLelland of Toronto, Field Secretary of the Canadian Tem- perance Federation spoke at both ser- vices in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church here. Federation of Agriculture Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the Turn- berry Federation of Agriculture will be held on Wednesday evening, Dec. 7th., at Powell's School, No. 0, All ratepayers ate urged to attend. Youth For Christ At the "Youth for Christ” rally to be held in the Town Hall on Thtirs- day, December 1st,, the gospel of the Ministry in song will be presented by the "Jerico Juubilee Singers" of New York City...The Jerico quartette feat- ures a unique blend of voices, backed by years of ipdividual training and ex- perience. The special speaker will be Rev, Harry C. Trover, now stationed at Quito, Ecuador, as DeputatiOnal see. of station HCI13 "The Voice of the Andes." 41) intictoTi With Which is Amalgamated The Oorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News 1,111•10,•• Single Copies ---- Five Cents. WINGHAM, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1949 Subscription, $2.00 a Year in Advance ACCLAMATION GLEN TUMMY COUNCIL Contest For Reeve and School Trustees The annual nomination meeting for in the community Hall, Bluevale, on the Township of Turnberry was held Friday afternoon, with a good attend- ance, Mr, Isaac Wright was Chairman, and all candidates spoke. The Council received an acclama- tion, They are Tilos, Abraham, Herb Foxton, Robert Powell and John K. McTavish. For Reeve Three arc in the running for Reeve this year, John Fischer, W. A. Fralick and N. G, Underwood, For Trustees The following four are nominated for School Trustees, two to be elect- ed, James Hardie, Earl Hamilton, Cletus Rettinger and William Magee. Mr. Walter Woods, who was re- nominated for Reeve, „but prefers to retire this year gave a fine report on the financial condition of the township, which has a surplus this year exceed- ing $5,000. Mr. A. D. Smith, retiring chairman of 'Township School Area Board, also 'gave a report on the different schools, SECOND CONCERT EVENING OF PLEASURE NO ELECTION FOR EAST WAWANOSII 1949 Reeve, Council and School Trustees Returned by Acclamation The annual nomination meeting for the Township of East Wawanosh was well attended un Friday afternoon. when the ratepayers gathered at Bel- grave School No. 17. At the close of the nomination Mr. John Buchanan was appointed chairnmn. Time follow- ing is .the list of those nominated. For Reeve J. D. Beecroft by john McGee and Charles Leaver, Alex Robertson hy W. T. Wightman and Frank Thompson. For Council Orval McGowan by Morris Bos- nian and Alf, Nesbitt. Alex Robertson by Frank Thomp- son and W, L. Wightman, Orville Taylor by J. Buchanan and Jas, .Snowden. Howard Campbell by N. McDowell and J. Buchanan, Elmer Ireland by Lawrence Taylor and W. J. Elliott, ' R. C, Scott by Geo. Walker and Roy Pattison. Ed. McBurney by Jas, Snowden and, , Frank Thompson, D. Campbell by J. B. Brophy and M, McDowell. Ali. Nesbitt by J. Buchanan and N. Al cDowell. The chairman called on the Reeve, J. D. Beecroft to address the rate- payers, he gave a report on the County work and expenditures. " Alex Robertson was next, he being nominated for Reeve and Councillor, told of buying the new grader and work done in his part of the 'Town- ship, he said if Mr. Beecroft qualified for Reecve, lie would for Councillor. Orval Taylor told of the work in his part, repairing bt'idge and levelling the roadsides to help to keep the show from drifting, Howard Campbell also told of work done in his part of the Township and the experience he had by being a member of the Council. Orval McGowan told of the work done in. his part of the _Township and thanked the ratepayers for voting for him a year ago. Stuart McBurney, Road Supt., gave a report of the expenditure on the Roads up to Oct. 31st. R. C. Scott a new man said if there was no election he would not cause one. Ed. Maumee' also said he was not looking for office just now. Elmer Ireland who had been on the council before 1949 said he would riot qualify, but he was glad the council had taken his advice in buying the new grader. Abner Nethery, chairman of the 'Township School Area gave a report on the work done by the Board this year. D. Campbell of the School Board spoke of the increase in teacher's sal- aries, he thought there was no relief at present. Alf. Nesbitt thought the cost of Education was too high but he didn't know what could be done, Lawrence Taylor who was delegate to the Easter Convention gave a re- port of it. Roy Pattison said lie had enjoyed the work on the Board. The High School Areas came up for a lot of discussion also some chang- es in the Public School Act. The meet- ing closed by singing God Save the King. Qualifications were: Reeve—J. D. Beecroft. Council, Alex Robertson, Orval Taylor, Orval McGowan, Howard Campbell, School Board—Douglas Campbell, Alf. Nesbit. Be IL Thompson, Frozen Pipes Cause Explosion On Sunday night an explosion of his kitchen stove caused by a newly start- ed fire and frozen water pipei5e might have caused a tragic accident. Mr. Joe Tiffin of Frances Si,, had beee stand- ing directly in the path of the aide of the stow which hurtled through the wall. Mrs. Tiffin escaped injury. The Wingham hire Brigade was called but the situation was under control before, their arrival, Grand Re-Opening of Twp. Hall, Gorrie Last Wednesday evening the people- of Wingham enjoyed a privilege that doesn't come. very often to a small' town. It was tine second concert in the .194940 q94c r.t. series sponsored the Wingham "Recreation Council. It proved to be an evening of exquisite enjoyment. ,The question arises—why were there ally vacant chairs in the Town Hale? By her singing and by her persoetlity Evelyn Paseu did somethinge;more than delight the musi- cal sensibilities of her audience. Her voice was of the purest. mezzo-eoprano quality rich and full in the low register and clear: 4,4:ttilOn the higher earige. -Het choice of songs ran- the eVeheile gamut from Vivaldi's "Stabat Mater" • to Ernest Ball's "Let the Rest of the World go by." In every song she was the accomplished artist who'add- ed some' touch of beauty to every phase. It takes understanding and it takes a good technique to do this, and she has both. Her "Stabat Mater" was an act of worship. Her "A L'aime" with its high pianissimo was delicate- ly beautiful. Her "Lover's Curse" was impassioned and tender, Her "I'm oure young to marry yet" was light and playful- and her "Wonderful One" had the abandon of a love song. It was a happy triumph for Evelyn Paseo and a very happy evening for her audience, Miss Pasen makes her Toronto, debut in Eaton Auditorium on Jan. 7th. Robt. Doree pleased his audience very much with the low bass notes in his first group of songs—and with the subdued intonation of "Ma Curly headed Baby" and "Home on the Range," Mr. Doree is a member of Dr. Leslie Bell's male chorus, Comrades- in-arms. It is the mark of a good accompanist never to allow the piano part to be- come intrusive, always to keep it sub- ordinate to the solo part, giving the soloist support but never seeking the spot light, Miss Podoliak proved her- self this sort of an accompanist. More- over when the song called for bril- liance as in the Rossuri number or un- derstanding as in the Vivaldi number, Miss Podoliak had that too—Miss Po- doliak is on the teaching staff of the Royal Conservatory of Music. Again the 'question arises, why did so many people miss this very enjoyable con- cert? Curlers Hold Dance The members of the Wingham Curling Club held their first dance of the season at the Royal T. on Friday night, It was well attended and the curlers will have a nice surplus for the Artificial ice Fund. The music was by Wilbee's Orchestra and the use of the Royal T. was doeated for the dance by Robert Hopper. Mrs. C. Deans won the lucky draw which was a large basRet of grocer- Remember Bingo and Draw To be held in Sacred Heart Parish Hall on Friday, December 2nd., at 8,80 p.m. Sponsored by the C. W. League. 20 games for 50c, 3 specials. Everybody welcome. Dance At Royal T. You are welcome at the Royal T on Saturday 'tight for your dancing pleasure from 9,30 to 12, Music by Winne's Orchestra. • The Township Community Hall, Gorrie, will be re-opened on Wednes- day, Dec. 7th, with a euchre and dance, Euchre at 8.80 p.m. Carrittlices Orch- estra will furnish music for dancing. Prizes for Euchre and Spot Dances. Admission Euchre, 25r, Dance, 50e. Lunch counter. Proceeds in aid of Building Fund and sponsored by Clot- tie Continunity ChM-, MINOR 'HOCKEY Organization of the minor hockey teams will get under way tins week., All boys up to 18 years interested -in playing hockey are asked to register with Ernie Miller at the Town Hall by Saturday, December 3. If enough players are available there will he juvenile, midget tennis and bantam teams, There will be minor leagues in town for all those from 8 to I-4. These will be divided into Squirts 8- 10 and Pee Wees 10-12, those of bantam age not playing on the bantam team will be eligible to play in the Pee Wee league. CURLERS BONSPIEL STARTS ON MONDAY The Wingham Curling Club is hold- ing its first annual five-day bonspiel starting Monday, December 5th and continuing through the 9th for the Western Foundry Trophy and four Gruen watches, and the Fred David- son Trophy and suitable prizes, open to Ontario curlers. It is expected 64 rinks will compete on four sheets of artificial ice, with keen competition ex- pected. Wingham now is the only rink of its size in Ontario to have an artificial ice curling, surface. Approximately 148 feet by 84 feet, four miles of pip- ing were used which would reach to Bluevale. Wingham's ardent curler, Alex. Al. Crawford, recalls many interesting ex- periences, especially in the old Stev- enson rink, where contestants paid 25c at the door and were served a lunch of crackers and cheese and coffee. Dr. J. R. MacDonald went tie Scotland and brought back eight "Tamies".for the first bonspiel in that rink, 'reiterated Mr. Crawford. Mr. Crawford and Jim Carr are two of the original curlers. The new club room, facing Jose- phine Street, is modern equipped with hot water heating system and fluores- cent lighting. Tea At St. Andrew's The annual Christmas Tea and Sale of baking, novelties, candy, etc., will be held in St. Andrew's Sunday School Room on Saturday afternoon, Dec. 3. commencing at 3 p.m. Will Present Concert The Choral Society and the Dram- atic Club will present a Christmas Program on December 19th in the Town Hall. Both Clubs could use more members. The Choral Society which especially needs men meets each Monday from 7:30 to 8:30, The Dramatic Club meets each Wednesday at 8:30. Leave For Florida Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Walker are leaving this week for Daytona Beach, Florida, where they will spend the winter months, I Home From Hospital After spending the past seven weeks in Wingham General Hospital, the Editor, W. B. McCool has returned to his home on Centre Street. 200 Blooms On Cactus Mr. and Mrs. William Field, John St., have a beautiful Christmas Cactus on display at their home with more than 200 blooms On it, The plant is nearly two feet tall and has bloomed four times within the past year. Mr. and Mrs, Field believe this plant sets a recprd for this district. / Euchre At Wroxeter Come and bring your friends to a Progressive Euchre to he held in the Masonic Club Rooms, Wroxeter, on Friday, December 2nd., at 8.30 p.m. Sponsored by For-Rest Ladies Club. Admission 25c. Everybody welcome. Hobby Fair at Institute The Wingham Women's Institute are sponsoring a Hobby Fair in the Council Chamber on. Wednesday after- noon, Dec. 7th, from 3 to 5 o'clock, This is a splendid opportunity to see some of the district handictaft. A dem.onstration of Glamour 'Glass will be pet on by Mrs. F, Oster of Blyth. There will also be a table of articles for sale. A door prize will lie given and a cup of tea served. Admission 25 cents. Echoes of Truth Tune in to a daily Inspirational Broadcast featuring short gospel mes- sages by Rev. M. F. Cornelius. Hymns old and new by Bob Ostrosser, 17- year-old baritone. CPCO 630 on your dial, Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., at 2.30 p.m.