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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1951-10-24, Page 11G. Alan Williams Optometrist In former office of Dr. R. C, Redmond Patrick St., Wingham Professional Eye Examinations Phone 770 Evenings by appointment. Hallowe'en Dance Masquerade uance — at — FORMOSA Memorial Community Half_ TUESDAY,OCT:30 Dancing 10 - 1 MUSIC BY CKNX BARN DANCE GANG Judging of Costumes 12 to 12.30 ADMISSION 75 cents $40.00 in costume prizes-110.00 Door prize N U N U a N N U N N N U N U U U a N I U N I N Ii a N N E .Ltsten to "The Ford 'Th•otre" Every Friday Night— Dominion Network v TRUCKS See your Dealer for your free copy: "How to select the right truck for your job" SEE YOUR MERCURY TRUCK DEALER voir,Dnsoxy, ofgooER 2-1th, 1951 THE WINGHAlVi ADVANCE-TIXMS PAGE ELEVEN NEWS OF WROXETER Pal-Mocha Shrine Club Hold Successful Dance The Pal Mocha Shrine Club of this district held a very successful dance in Parkview Gardens, Listowel on Friday evening, Music was supplied by Paul Cross Orchestra of Stratford. Among those from Wroxeter attend- ing were, Mr, and Mrs, Thos. Burke, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Gibson, Mr, Art Gibson, Mr. and Mrs. John MacLean, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gibson. Also guests of the 13urkes were Mr. and Mrs. Laurie Barclay of Toronto. If you are buying peanuts from some of the local stores these days, you are helping support the Pal Moc- ha Club's fund for Crippled children, The club have a drive for funds at present which will be applied to work for the crippled children. Customers will be glad to help such a worthy cause. Women's Institute Roll call for the November meeting of the Wroxeter Women's Institute, wear an old hat or jewelery and tell its history, The W. 1, have invited two neighbouring institutes to join them at a card party on Wednesday evening, November 7th, at 8 o'clock. This will take the place of the regu- lar meeting. In charge of arrange- ments are Mrs, Allen Munro, Mrs. Crawford Gibson and Mrs, William Hart, Rev. R. Horsburgh will Lecture A treat is in store for the people of this community on the evening of October 30th., at 8 p.m. Rev. Russel Horsburgh, of Sudbury, formerly of this district will give a humorous lecture, "The House of a Thousand Drafts." Preceding the lecture Mr. Lorne Willits, of Listowel, will give a recital on the new electric organ. All are welcome. A social hour with refreshments will follow the enter- tainment. For-Hest Club Held Party Eight tables were in play when The For-Rest Ladies Club held their first social evening of the season, In charge of arrangements were Mrs. Howard Wylie, Mrs. Allen Munro, Mrs. Charles Cathers and Mrs. John Snell. Ladies prizes for highest score went to 1st., Mrs. Thos Parker; sec- ond, Mrs, William Wright; Men's hon- ours to Charles Cathers and George Day. Goose Egg prizes went to Chas. Cathers and Mrs. Eldred Cathers. Lucky Tally, Mrs. George Day and Allen Munro; first lone hand, Mrs. Allister Green. A few games of bingo followed, Mrs. Leslie Douglas and Merwyn Grainger shared a bushel of McIntosh Red apples. The committee and their husbands served refresh- ments. Announcement was made of a party to be held on November 2nd., Sponsored by Women's Institute. Farm Property Sold Mr. John Rae of Beaton has dispos- ed of the farm property of the late David Rae which is just north of the village to Gordon Yeo of Wingham, formerly of the second line of Turn- berry. Mr. Yeo has already commenc- ed ploughing. Women's Missionary Society Give me this day, a thankful heart, 0 Lord, was the theme of the Octo- ber meeting of the Women's Mission- ary Society, United Church, which was held in the church school room on Friday afternoon. Mrs. Gilbert Howes gave some fine thoughts on the theme. Mrs. iJrn Doig and Mrs. Allen Munro arranged the meeting. Mrs. Alvin Moffat read the Scripture les- son, choosing the 74th psalm, Mrs. E. W, Todd' led in prayer. Miss K. Hazelwood gave an interesting item on Christian Stewardship. Mrs. D, S. MacNaughton reviewed the first part of the study book From Lakes to Northern Lights, which deals with Home Missions. The book opens with the story of the historic celebration of Church Union, and the progress made since that time. Following, Rev. E. W. Todd showed slides of life in Western Canada. Members gave ord- ers for United Church Christmas Cal- endars which depict by picture and story Home Misisons in Canada. Mrs. Allen Munro presided. Mrs. R. R. Hunter read the minutes and corres- pondence. Mrs. Jim Doig was pianist. 'Ph roll call was answered by a thought on thankfulness. Rev, E. W Todd closed the meeting with prayer. Woman's Asociation United Church The president, Mrs. Leslie Douglas, was in the chair when the Women's Association United Church, held their October meeting on Tuesday after- noon in the church school room. rife hymn of Thanksgiving for the beauty of the earth was sung, followed by prayer by the president. Scripture lesson was read by Mrs. George Gib- son, who chose Psalm 100, Eighteen Members answered the roll call, with a verse on Thanksgiving. The treas- urer, Mrs, William Wright reported a very successful bazaar with net pro- ceeds of $172.01. A vote of thanks was tendered all those who donated articles for sale, or in any way helped with the bazaar. Members of the association deeply appreciate the help of all. Work was continued on two quilts during the afternoon. Closing hymn was, Now Thank we All our God. Rev. E. W. Todd pronounced the benediction, Supper was served by Mrs. William Wright and Mrs. George Gibson. who were in charge of arrangements. Personals Mr. and Mrs. Wm. R. Rae and son, Douglas, all of Hanover, were Sun- day visitors with the former's mother, Mrs. D. W. Rae, and Mrs. Will Mac- Donald of Fordwich, visited on Satur- day at the same home. Friends of Mr. Jim Edgar, who is being cared for at the home of Mrs. Cowing, following a long Illness, will be pleased to learn he is able to take a car ride with enjoyment. Mr, John Hupfer, Miss Hazel Spar- ling of Wroxeter South, Mrs. Alonzo Sperling of Wingham, also Mr. and Mrs, Wilfred Elliott, Listowel, spent Sunday with Seaforth friends. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Gedche, also Mr. and Mrs. A. Jacks all of Lake- let, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Parker. Mr. and Mrs, Ken Jackson of Bracebridge, spent the week-end with a the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gathers. They were accomp- anied by one of Mr. Jackson's school pupils, Bill Brown, Mr. Jackson's mother, Mrs. Ernie Jackson, of Ex- eter, returned with them for a holi- day, Ross Sanderson, who left some time ago for Western Canada, is helping his brother, Jim, with a belated har- vest at Rosetown, Saskatchewan. St. James' Anglican Guild, who had planned to hold their annual bazaar on November 10th., have changed the date to November 17th., owing to an- other bazaar in the parish being held on that date. Wroxeter United Church boys and girls groups meet alternate weeks, usually on Friday night at 7.30 p.m. in the church schoolroom. The pro- gram varying, includes, devotions, games and talks and may include community singing, story telling, pro- jected pictures, crafts work, dramat- ics, etc. All boys and girls in the district, particularly from 8 to 13 years old are welcome to attend these group meetings. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Gavin Muir during the week-end were: Mr, and Mrs, Fred Ravin, of Tillsonburg. Mrs. Ravin is a niece of Mr. Muir. Mr. Archie Henderson of London, was a week-end guest of friends here and was guest soloist at Anniversary services in United Church, Gorrie. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Reid, Toronto, spent the week-end at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Gilbert Howes, Jeannie, small daughter of John Howes, re- turned with them to her home here. Friends of Mr. A. B, Wearring, Toronto, will be pleased to know he is making a good recovery at his home, following an operation in St. Joseph's Hospital, London. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gibson, also Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wylie were Lon- don visitors on Thursday. Eighteen members of the local Wo- men's Institute, were the guests of Wingham Branch on Thursday after- noon, and report a very good time. Mr. John Rae of Becton, is spend- ing some time here, having disposed of his farm north of the village. Friends of Dean Gibson, of Byron, will be pleased to learn he is making satisfactory recovery at his home, following an operation in Victoria Hospital, at London. WESTFIELD The Mission Band held their Thank- offering meeting in the church school- room on Sunday afternoon with a good attendance. The meeting opened by repeating the members purpose. Psalm 100 was rad by Delores Bell. Prayer was offered by Gwen McDow- ell, Donna Walden, Gordon Smith and Doreen Howatt. Reading by Betty Blaerby. The Study Book was taken by Mrs. Norman McDowell and a story was told by Mrs. Chas. Smith. After singing a hymn the meeting was dismissed with prayer. Mr. and Mrs. John Gear and child- ren of Kitchener, spent the week-end with Mr. Armond McBurney, Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Jardin of Tor- onto, spent the week-eend with Mrs. J. L. McDowell. Mrs. McDowell and Gordon returned to Toronto with them for a few days visit, Mrs. John Youngblut of Auburn, spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Snell. Mrs. R. S. Longley of Toronto, was a recent Westfield visitor and spoke at the Sectional meeting held recently at Westfield. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Campbell are visiting friends in Chatham, Comber and Windsor this week. The Sacrament of the Lord's Sup- was partaken of at the Westfield United Church on Sunday. We are sorry to hear that Mr. Jas. Buchanan was taken to Goderich Hospital for an appendix operation on Saturday night, but we are glad to hear he is improving nicely. Mr. and Mrs, Arnold Vint and fam- ily, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Scott of Teeswater. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Smith and family visited on Wednesday with Miss Edna Smith and Mr. and Mrs, John Gear of Kitchener. Miss Mildred Thornton of Wing- ham, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Harvey McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. Norman McDowell and Mr. Wm. Mc- Dowell. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Abel and family of St, Thomas, spent the week- end with Mr. and Mrs. Speigelberg, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Scott of Tees- water accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Vint to London on Thursday, where Johnny Vint became the proud owner of a bicycle, which he had won on a gate entry ticket at London Fair. Mrs. J. Killough, Mrs. Wm, Kelly of Seaforth, visited last week with Mr. and Mrs. Alva McDowell, Mrs. J. L. McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. Norman McDowell, Mr. Wm. McDowell and Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Walden, Miss Hattie Wightman attended the London Conference Young Peoples Convention at Exeter over the wek- nd, Miss Betty Rodger spent the week- end with her friend, Miss Verna Rut- ledge of Dungannon. Mr. and Mrs. Jasper MoBrien of Goderich, visited on Monday with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Snell. Mr. Norman Wightman spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. John Hildebrand of Jordan Station and Mr. Harvey Wightman of Niagara. Mr. and Mrs. Elver Sander of Preston, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Earl Wightman. ST, HELENS Mr. and Mrs. Fred McQn.iiin, Ivan and Barrie, were wcelc-ei., i with relatives in Strathro:,. London and Windsor. Mrs. George Stewart was '.he guest of her sister, Miss Cathar .. Gregor at Lucknow. The November meeting of the Wo- men's Institute will be held at home of Mrs. Fred McQuillin Thursday afternoon, Novemb..r 8th, when Mrs. Morgan Henderson of Lucknow will be the guest speaker. Ladies, please note change of date. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Johnston and children visited on Sunday with Mr. John McQuillin and Mr. and Mrs. Frank McQuillin, a 0.1.10 Wm= • 411•••• letki 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111110111111110111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111* 0101/111111111111 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111131111101111111111111111111111111111112111111111111111111311111111111i11110 Whether trucking is your business or only part of your business, it is most important that you select exactly th'e right truck to do your job both properly and profitably. With this one thought in mind, our truck engineers have designed a complete line of over 80 Mercury Truck models (including 2 Cab- Over-Engine models) ranging from 1/2 to 5 tons. 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