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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1949-12-21, Page 9Wednesday, December 21, 1949 To the many greetings that come your way, we should • like to add ours—to wish you a truly Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. .` WROXETER St. James Guild Mrs. Victoria Brothers was hostess on Tuesday for the December meeting of the Women' Guild of St. James Anglican Church. The President, ?irs. George Griffith presided. The meet- ing opened with the Lord's Prayer, Mrs. Bob Evans read the scripture lesson, taken from the Forward uu ".Ember 1.)ay: • An encouraging re- port was given re the bazaar, $25.00 was made a gift to the Warden's. Mrs, Caley was presented with a Christmas gift in appreciation of her help. Plans were made to remember shut-ins at the Christmas Season. Articles left from the bazaar were brought by members. Mrs. Vern Clarke invited eing Extra Dry Makes WISHII1G WELL GII1GEROLE) •GOOD) ALONE OR IN Mil COMPANY Iteg�d 0 / `THE PERFECT HOSTESS SERVES IT! • 2 LARGE 30 oz. 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The school was attractively decorated in the tradition- al colors of the Season which included a well laden Christmas Tree. Both iv[iss Helen Walker, teacher and Miss MacDonald, music teacher are to be congratulated on the high standard of their variety programme, presented by the 1 3pupils of the school. The programme included recitations, carol ce by 5 pupils, Highland Fling 4 girls, singing, comic dialogues, outstanding numbers were: Sailor's Hornpipe dan- and a flash light drill. In answer to the final chorus, "Conte Santa Claus/'; that genial gentleman tlt'i'ived find distributed gifts and treats to the children. The chairman ,Mr. ?Harvey Timm, expressed appreciation to the teachers and their pupils and assist- ants. Refreshments were served and a social hour enjoyed. Christmas In the Circus Operetta Enjoyed Lanes School attractively decorated was a- lovely setting for the colorful Operetta, Christmas in the Circus pre- ented by the pupils on Friday night. Thelma Simmons was ring mistress, Keith Woods, Tony and Elwood Fit- ch, the clown. The story goes like this, The circus folk plan a party, just for Santa Claus. During the rehearsal, the clown slips in and hides unknown to them, He enjoys the performance, which includes songs, solos, duets, rec- itations, rhythm band and drills. At the end of the programme Santa sur- prises then by appearing but leaves treats for all. Following the program refreshments were served. Dancing followed with Tiffin's Orchestra. There was a good crowd, more than $80.00 at the door. The teacher, Mrs. Wm. Wright, music teacher, Mrs. Carl Douglas and all who took part are to be congratulated on the success of the evening. EAST WAWANOSH COUNCIL Council met Dec. 15th, at 10 o'clock a.m., with all the members present. The reeve presided. The minutes of meeting held Nov. 1st., were read and adopted on motion of Robertson and seconded by Campbell. Letters were read from the Bell Telephone Company, Huron County, Humane Society, A. B. Farquhar Co., Guelph, Moved by Campbell, seconded by Robertson that the Council adjourn for dinner at the Brunswick Hotel, a treat by the Reeve to the Council and officials, to meet at 2 o'clock p.m. Carried. Council met at 2 o'clock per adjournment and resumed business. Mr. Tone of Ayton representing the Krink Snowplow° was present. Mr. Wilson, assistant Agricultural Repre- sentative met the Council explaining the present Warble Fly regulations and also telling the Council of a meet- ing at Guelph -on December 20th., at eleven o'clock and asking that a mem- ber of the council attend, Moved iby Robertson, seconded by Taylor that Howard Campbell attend the above meeting. Carried. Aubrey Toll and Ed. Quinn met the Council about the outlet of the Halla- han-Caldwell Drain flooding their lands. Moved by Robertson, seconded by Campbell that Council buy a Frink snowplow to be mounted on the sprary truck priced at $876.96. Carried. Moved by Campbell, seconded ° by Robertson that by-law No. 11 appoint- ing representatives on the Goderich, Clinton and Wingham High School 13oards, and bylaw No, 12 setting elate and place for the first meeting of council in 1950, be read the<thircl time and passed. Carried. The Tax C,,L. letcor's time was extended, Moved by 'Taylor seconded by Mc- Gowan that the Road and General accounts as presented be passed a1:41 paid. Carried. Total Road Accounts: $3318.01; Total (general Accounts $37941.48 made up as follows: County Rate, $16056.92; Brussels Telephone, $125.- 71; Blyth Telephone, $1630.31; Policy Village Manchester, $70.20; Iii;;h School Area's, $0781.49; Fed. of Ag- riculture, $284,46; Separate School, $45.54; Public Schools, $11370.54; Miscellaneous items, $1570.31. A vote of thanks to the Reeve for the splendid dinner was made by the council and officials. Moved by Taylor, seconded by Mc- Gowan that council adjourn to meet Jan. 9th., at 1.30 p.m. at the I3elgrave Community Centre, Carried, J. D. Beecroft, Reeve, R. H. Thompson, Clerk, ,FORDWICH Mr. and .Mrs. H. Fraser and Mr and Mrs. Harold Pollock motored to Toronto ou Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Campbell and Mrs. Geo. I3aker attended the funeral of Mr, Thos. Appleby in Turnberry on Monday, John Schaefer John Schaefer ,a former well- known farmer at Mayne Corners pass- ed away suddenly at his home, Listow- el, just before midnight on Sunday. Funeral service will be held Wednes- day afternoon from the home of lus son Cliarles, Mayne Corners with public service in Fordwich United Church and interment in Fordwich cemetery. GORRIE Woman's Auxiliary Annual Meeting Mrs. H. V. Holmes opened her home for the annual meeting of the W. A. of St. Stephen's on Thursday afternoon. There was a good at- tendance of members and visitors. The President, Mrs. Norman Wade was in the chair and meeting was opened with singing of the hymn "Breathe on me, breath of God" followed by prayers. Reports were heard from sec'y.-treasurer of Girls' Auxiliary Dorcas secretary which showed a very encouraging year. The President thanked all for their co-operation. A minute's silence was observed in memory of the late Miss Martha Koine ,a former inenibet of the W. A. Roll Call was answered with a Christmas thought or Bible verge, Mrs. Gordon Underwood read the Christmas story from Luke 2:7- 20. Mrs, Frances Earngey sang "The stranger of Galilee". Rev. Mr. .Caley took the chair for election of officers. All officers were returned and are as follows: Hon. Presidents, Mrs. H. V. Holmes, Mrs. J. C. Caley; President, Mrs. Norman Wade; 1st Vice President, Mrs. Ernest King; 2nd Vice President, Mrs. ° • !r rnERR9 HRST5 Old times and the carefree pleasures of other days are recalled as we enter another Holiday Season. In the spirit of remembering friends and associations of the past, we extend our greetings to alll Isard's Men's Wear F. C. Taylor; Secretary -Treasurer, Mrs. Geo. King; Dorcas Secretary, Mrs. C. Ritchie; Assistants, Mrs. W. H. Marshall, Mrs. E. King, Mrs. Gordon Underwood, Mrs, Earl Under- wood; Living Message Sec'y., Mrs. Ohos. Short; Pianist, Mrs. F, King. A vote of appreciation was tendered Mrs, Geo. King who has served for 18 years as treasurer, the last eight years of which she has been secretary - treasurer. A much appreciated talk was then given by Mr. Caley on the theme "Christ must be born in me" and "The fruit of the Spirit". Hatred, spite, i11 will and bad temper have no part, but love, joy, peace, long suffering, gentle- ness and meekness are the fruits of the Spirit. Mrs. W. C. King read "A Christmas Litany" and all joined in singing "It came upon the midnight clear". Bene- dietion was pronounced by Mr. Caley. A delicious lunch was served by the hostesses, Mrs. Holmes and Mis: Perkins. St. Stephens Sunday School Party There was a fine attendance on Tuesday evening in the Orange Hall for the annual Christmas gathering of St, Stephens S. S, and congregation. Highlight of the evening was the showing of pictures taken by Mr. Caley on his recent trip to the Isle of Man. The Christmas story from Luke was read by Mr. Caley and a short program of songs and recitations by the children followed. Carols were also sung. A humorous one -act play "Getting ready for a concert was en- joyed, the following taking part: Edith Dinsmore, Mrs. Vern Clark, Mrs. Ed. Stewart, Thelma Bennett. Shirley Bennett, Marion King and Irla New- ton. It was directed by Mrs. Caley. Santa Claus paid a visit with gifts anis treats for the children. The gift of a lovely table lamp from members of the choir was made to Mrs. Norman. Wade, church organist. Lunch was served by the ladies. goutumallonsiminnunsasENNNNENNNanauta • GOING AWAY ■ • • • FOR CHRISTMAS? • • If you are going by motor, don't let car trouble Ispoil your holiday. 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