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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1952-02-13, Page 3FasITYITtiTa 0 &c&-ir4r1 J3'° TOWrIE HALL CLOTHES , . Cee. Walpole SASH FRAMES STAIRS GLAZED PREFIT CABINETS with Rot-Proofed HARDWARE CUPBOARDS MADE - TO - MEASURE TELEPHONE 403,w-12 WINGHAM HOCKEY AWARD Milverton - 10 Wingham 8 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6 HANNA & CO. LTD. WINGHAM Towne Hall Suit awarded to Season All Star a a • a 1 a a a a a I a U a I I a a a ea-- ed courage and determination in per- forming his dutysto his country. His Christian home life was an example to be followed. During the service, some of his favorite hymns were sung and Miss Marion MacDonald, of Lucknow, sang "Crossing the Bar". The singing of "God Save the Queen" closed the service. Following the service, Miss MacDonald present- ed Bruce Robertson and Etoille Mof- fatt with Bibles, in memory of her father, the late Dr. C. H. MacDonald, iTi a former minister, for 'regular church — attendance. Norma Moffatt and Ian Mundell were the recipients of Bibles last year and were eligible again, at- tending 48 and 45 Sundays respec- tively during 1951 out of a possible 50 Sundays: United Church A service in memory of the late King George VI was held in the United Church on Sunday morning. Rev. R. A. Brook preached an elo- quent sermon showing the late King as an example to his people in un- selfishness, loyalty, . courage, stead- fastness and family affection. The choir sang, "The Lord is My Shep- herd". Community Night The' community party in the hall last Friday evening, sponsored by the Women's Institute, drew a large crowd, On behalf of 'the Institute Mrs. Harvey Robertson welcomed the guests, mentioning the gloom cast over the community by the death of the King and all joined in the singing of "God Save the Queen". Eleanor Smith and Etoille Moffatt entertained the small child- ren in the basement, Phyllis Elliott drawing the lucky ticket. Seventeen tables of progressive crockinole were E ALAN WILLIAMS Optometrist In former office of Dr. R. C. Redmond Patrick St., Wingham. Professional Eye Exotinations Phone 770 Etiontags by apOolutinettti U U n a U • a a a a "SPEEDY" by CROSSETT MOTORS LTD. wOT TM' NECKS WRONG wITH THAT CAR? HE MuSTA FED IT HOPS rz.Mtgain kArir----- NOTHING'S THE I'VE GOT MATT ER WITH MY CAR—IT'S ME, THE HICCUPS' EEITE:Q FOLLOW HIM AND TELL HIM THE 8E57 PLACE TO GET IT FLED Po I 421111% r e Np massER 'WHAT MAKE bi CAR YOU HAVE —YOUR BEST BET FOR A PERFECT SERVICE JOE3 IS AT CROSSETT MOTORS .an, TRAM..., 0.. /135 GIN • Come In and See our Safe - Buy Used Cars . 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L WINGHAM, cwr 44110000, For smooth, friction-free driving, let us lubricate your car every 1,000 miles It's your best precaution against wear and ear trouble. Lubrication Special Our .point-by-point service includes complete lubrication plus a careful safety check of your car. Drive in soon! Wingham Motors Telephone 139 Chevrolet and Oldsmobile Cars Chevrolet Trucks munstunimmismisimpo•s, 111 Spring House Cleaning Yes, it's early, but to make room for our 1952 Stock, we have drastically reduced our 1951 Merchandise to Clear.. e' • a. SenerrrrM ,',":s.sarsss.ssas This is our honest effort to help you in these days of rising costs. Come in and see these items and many more too nume.rous to advertise. WALKER HOME FURNISHINGS "Funeral and Ambubitce Servic" Phone 106 - 189 Witighath — SPECIAL — 2-pc. Chesterfield $100.00 2-pc. Chesterfield, Velour Cover- ing, Reg. $199.00 Special $169.00 Special — _Andrew Malcolm BEDROOM SUITE Reg. $289.00 Reduced $229 3-pc. Bedroom Suite light finish $129.00 TABLE LAMPS As low as $4.95 Reg. $9. 95 KITCHEN TABLES (all metal) size 24 x 40 $18.95 reduced $10.00 SPECIAL Buffet, Table, 4 Chairs Rek. $139.00 Reduced to $98.00 U. • rA ki` U it. ai a a ~u ~ ~r ~~ ~ ~~ ~ ~~ i ~n n ~ ~i € ~ uf ~ in ~ f~ ~ ~ ~ E ~ ~m ~ E~ ~ ~ n kl?*••••••,•to•ss • ),esSmessIess'AN",e WEMESPAY, rEllit04,14t 13, 190 'ME, \VINCI-1AM ADVANCE-TIMES PAGE TRREll NEWS OP 13LUEVALE Library Board will Study Plan For Proposed New Building Fischer, reeve of Turnherry township; J. 0, Higgins and George Hethering- ton, The board decided to join the Ontario Library ASsociation. The book selecting committee was re- elected, Mrs. Harry Elliott, Mrs, George Thornton, Miss Ruby Duff and the librarian, Mrs. Smith. Bluevale mid W.M.S. The Women's Association met in United Church on Thursday after- noon, the President, Miss Emma John ton, presiding. "God Save the Queen" was the opening hymn. Mrs. Jno. Wickstead and Mrs. R. A. Brook gave reports on some of the group work meetings, Plans were made for shipping clothing, now collected to Korea and money was voted for transportation charges overseas. Eight new members joined, The W.M.S. met following the As- sociation meeting with Mrs, Milton Fraser in charge, The roll was an- swered by giving donations to the bale for Korea. There was further discussion of the W.M.S. reading course, which is being followed. Miss Emma Johnston was appointed "Key woman" for the World's Day of Pray- er on Feb. 29th, Mrs. Fraser and Mrs. J. Wickstead used the study book to describe evangelism among French Catholics and Protestants. There are 104,275 French Protestants in Canada, 17,000 being in Ontario, A number of Protestant missions in Quebec province were described. Men- tion was made of the great industrial expansion of Quebec, of its educa- tional opportanities, its leaders and statesmen. The greatest obstacle to evangelism in Quebec is the division of Protestant missions into denom- inations. Presbyterian W.M.S. The president, Mrs. Eldred Nichol, presided for the monthly ,meeting of the. W.M.S. of Knox Presbyterian Church. She gave the call to wor- ship and led in prayer. The report of the secretary was given by Mrs. Harry Elliott and Mrs. Harvey Rob- ertson presented the treasurer's state- ment. The Scripture passage, Ro- mans 6:18-23, was read by Mrs. Bernard Thomas and Mrs. Roy Tur- vey gave Ishe meditation on the passage. Mrs, Gordon Mundell read a communication from the Andersons in British Guiana. Mrs, Bill Elston had charge of the chapter from the study book, "Meet the South Ameri- cans". It dealt with the various Mission Churches, the early mission- aries and, their, efforts to achieve poltilcal unity and eventually inde- pendence, education and culture. Mrs. Roy Tuvey, Mrs. Gordon Mundell and Mrs.'' R. J. McMurray were ap- pointed delegates to Maitland W.M.S. annual Presbyterial, to be held in Wingham, The executive, Mrs. E. Nichol, Mrs. Harry Elliott and Mrs. Harvey Robertson, were elected to ar- range for The World Day of Prayer program. Appropriate hymns were sung with Mrs. Raymond Elliott as pianist,The meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Burns Moffatt with a good attendance. Lunch was enjoyed at the close of the meeting. Memorial for King At Knox Presbyterian Church on Sunday morning, Rev. Matthew Bailie conducted a most impressive memo- rial service for His Majesty, the late King George VI. He spoke of the strong link between monarchy and people, and mentioned some of his outstanding characteristics. He show- P. The annual meeting of the Public Library board took place in the eons, ' munity hall, Thursday night. The secretary-treasurer, Mrs. J. H, Smith, gave a report of the year's business, The financial statement showed a bal- ance of $216.00. The books in the library are divided as follows; 58 adult clasped books; 356 Fiction; 72 boys' and girls' books, a total of 486 books, The circulation for the year 1951 was as follows: adult books, 55; fiction 642; boys' and girls' 166; total 803. There was a small drop in circu- lation during the year mainly in children's books. Rev. R. A, Brook and J. C. Higgins were due to retire this year from the board and were re- instated by the unanimous vote of the meeting. The Library board for 1952 is; Chairman, J. C, Higgins, Rev. R. A. Brook, Mrs. Harry Elliott, Mrs. James Johnston, Mrs. Mary McKin- ney, Mrs. Mungo McFarlane, secre- tary-treasurer and Librarian, Mrs, J. H. Smith. A motion was passed that in future from 2 p.m. until 2.30 p.m, on Saturday would be devoted to the children who come to the library for reading and story-telling. All children of the community are welcome to take part in this. Adults will not be able to exchange their books until 2.30 p.m. A discussion took place regard- ing the possibility of erecting a new building for a library. The following committee was formed for the pur- pose of visiting the new rural librar- ies In the county and getting plans and specifications for the project. Convener, Rev. R. A. Brook; John V, FIRST CLASS WATCH REPAIRS AT MODERATE PRICES Owing to lack of space, am com- pelled to confine my repairs to watches only. George Williams Located in MASON'S STORE YOU CAN'T BEAT GEORGE CAMERON Authorized Ronson 'Repair Depot All kinds of Lighters and Pipes Repaired Cameron's Billiards viriNGRANt .4- ONTARIO played. Prizes were awarded to Mr. and Mrs. Eldred Nichol for high points. Audrey Mann and Keith Mof- fatt had the low score and each one was presented with a box of "Pep". Community singing was enjoyed with Mrs, Alex Corrigan as pianist. A bountiful lunch was served. Personals Mr. and Mrs, Harold Hamilton, of Wyoming, were recent visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. H, Smith and other friends in this community. Mrs. C. H. MacDonald and Miss Marion MacDonald, of Lucknow, were Sunday visitors With friends here. Mrs. Edward Barnard is a patient in the Wingham General Hospital, Where an operation was performed, She is progressing favorably, Mr, and Mrs. Earl - Elliott visited with the latter's mother, Mrs, John Garniss, at the Clinton General Hos- pital. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Johnston at- tended the funeral of a relative, Mrs, Whitfield, at Brussels United Church Deceased was 92 years of age and had suffered a fractured hip when she fell at her home. Pupils from S.S. No, 10, Morris, and pupils of the Bluevale school, played a game of hockey on the school grounds here on Friday afternoon resulting in a tie game, 3 to 3. Misses Ethel and Florence Beattie, of Seaforth, visited with their cousins Mrs. R. F. Garniss and Miss Scott. The organ committee of the Pres- byteria,n Church was in Toronto dur- ing the past week and purchased an electric organ. Mrs. Harvey Robertson is with her mother, Mrs. Brown, at Brussels, who has been ill but is now feeling better. Two car loads of men motored to Toronto on Saturday night to see the hockey match in the Maple Leaf Gar- dens. FORDWICH Mrs. George Johnston Anne Martin Dennis, wife of George Johnston, entered into rest at her home in Fordwich on Tuesday eve- ning of last week. She was the only daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dennis and was born Feb- ruary 17th, 1868 at Orange Hill, where she resided until her marriage to George Johnston on March 5th, 1890. Mr. and Mrs. Johnston farmed for a number of years on lot 25, concession 9, After leaving the farm two years were spent in Detroit and since that time they have resided in Fordwich. She was a member of the former Methodist Church and of the United Church since union. An invalid for over thirty years, Mrs. Johnston re- tained a keen interest in world and community affairs. Surviving besides her husband are one daughter, Mrs. Herman Downey, Toronto, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A. son, Earl, predeceased her. A private service was held at the home on Friday conducted by Rev. W. R. Tristram. Interment was in Fordwich cemetery. Alex Gibson Passes Funeral service was held in Lis- towel and interment made in the Fordwich cemetery on Monday for Alex Gibson of Isistowel. He was a former well-known resident of Ford- wieh ,having farmed for many years on the 6th concession, east of the village. For the past few years be has resided in Listossel with his son, Victor, Survivihg are three sons, Norman, Victor and Irwin of Isistowel and four daughters, Mrs. Redpath, Minto; Mrs. Archie Roberts, Fordwieh; Mrs. David Armstrong, Beigrave and Mrs, Armstrong, Saskatchewan, LO.L, Huchre The sponsored a progressive euchre last. Tuesday evening with 15 tables in play. Mrs. R. Devitt won the prize for highest score fez' the ladies, George Harris was the win- ner for the men, Mrs.. George Ba- ker won the lucky chair prize, Mrs. A. Dernerling and Austin Stinson won the consolation awards. The Barr farm on the 9th conces- sion has been purchased by Alex Donaldson of Minto Township. Word has been received by Mrs. William Wade of the death of Addi- ebn Fitzpatrick, of Elgin, Man. His wife was the former Bertha Sother- an, a daughter of the late Andrew Sotheran, of FerdwiCh. They were both frequent visitors in and around Fordwich. Mr, and Mrs. Clarence Wade, Eel- graVe, visited with the former's par- exits on Saturday, Owing to the death of the ging the men's club meeting in TrinitY Church has been postponed until. Tuesday, February 10th at 8,30„ Mrs. Ross Barrons and little Ars. dythe .Campbell have returned to Corgi dova Mines after spending some time with the former's mother, Mrs, Bessie senaett and other relatives, Mrs, Bennett has improved in health. Miss Elsie MeDerrnitt of Toronto, has been visiting her mother. Mr. and Mrs, M. Paisley of Eye- brow, Seek, were recent visitors with Rev, W, R. and Mrs, Tristram. Their son, Mr ,Tom Tristram Toronto, was also a visitor at the same home. The next meeting of the will be held February 18th at the home of Mrs. W. H. Tristram, when the first part of a three-part home nursing course will be started by Mrs .Tristram and Mrs. J, D. Porde,