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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1956-01-11, Page 6'! Notice to Public of Township of Howick Parties in Howick Township parking cars, cans, trucks, trailers, etc., on Township roads do so at their own risk. Snowplow operators will not be held liable to any damage when snowplows are in operation. BY ORDER OF HOWICK TOWNSHIP COUNCIL al01111111110110111011101101110111011101110111111101110111011111111111111101101110111011111111111111.11111110_40 LI ,,..4 Ai W. R. HAMILTON a :17 OPTOMETRIST 1 a Thoroughness — .Ability — ,Time tested i Ti: *.aliwireioi.. 0 Mti Phone 37 for appointment 0 till111101111111111111111111011111111111,110111111111111101110111111111111111111111I11111110111111111141111111101I101111111fti 4/11001/111111110/MINEMINNOMISIM. 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This Week's Spedals a n a n n n n n a I n n 10 n U U 01 Un n n n n • • n 111 n • n 1111 1111 a • • X ..40111111101111111111.01101101110111111 • • mom WOOMMIIM MINEM MOMMMOSINSOA HOUSE CLEANING of Used Car Top Value Used Trucks 1954 Ford Vg-ton Express Blue, 1953 Mercury 3-ton Dump With, Bex and Hoist 1953 Glide 1.-ton with 9' rack 1952 GMC 1-ton Express 1951 Chevrolet 3-ton' with ,14' racks 1951 Ford 3-ton Dump. With Bok and Hoist were made to-ho /. I the Febt (may meet- ing at the home . of Miss Margaret Dane. This will be the ':fee 'tea" with ,,a special speaker. , Lunch- was served by the committee and the hostess and. a pleasant time spent socially. Mrs. Glad Edgaa •the new president, presided for business. Arrangement's • ;To Move to Wroxeter - 'Honored by Neighbors. GORRIE.---Mr and. Mrs. J. Geo/Gal- ,braith, who are moving soon to their, new home in Wroxeter,: were honored by a gathering of friends and neigh- bors at their home on Satfratlyeevart- ing. Mr, Glenn • Austin presented them with- a.beautiful wall mirror and Mr. Wellesley read the address, SUCCESSFUL WEEK . ' FOR HOCKEY TEAMS GORRIE—Three games .were played this '• week-. in the W.O.A.A. Inter- County' League, The •firA was' at Harriston on Monday night when the local team met Teviotdale and ended the game with a 10-6 score.for Gorrie, • On . Thurgday night the team journeyed). to Palmerston to meet Bramhill. Gorrie came out of this with an even better score, chalking up 113' goals while Brainhill had to be SatiSfied with-4-, r Gorrie and 'Edmore matched their skill in the Belmore Arena on Friday night, resulting in . the third win of the. week for the locals, The final 'score • of 'this game was 'Goren! 10,' Edmore 2. The Tet-County Bantams Played Trowbridge Wednesday night nn Trowbridge .ice anti came home With 44) Talented Pioneer Exerted Influence On' Modern Newspaper .Tanuary 17 is the 250th. anniversary of the birth of Benjamin The account of him in 'Ale Book of Knowledge shoWs that he was one of ',the most remarkable and versatile Men 'who ever need.' HIS first job was at the age of ten, as an' apprentice' candle-maker In his .father's aoap- boiling shop iii Boston, Tine areare later he was apprenticed as a printer to his brother, -Althea It was in the printing house that he got his chance to read widely, to. write and to think, As a young. man he st-cited a end-, OeSSfel nowsPaper,and predated trimly essays and almanacs, In his subse- quent career he aehieVed fame not only . as a master-printer, writer, philosopher, bitaineSsillan and states- man, bat also `as a Scientific Rlve8ti,- gat6e, Per his- researches in eleetrielta he became known all over the civilized World and was leaded With 1-to served for :eel/brat years aa- the Minister to Fr/Mee and in 1.782 Was one of the ,signers of the Treaty of Independence, ite' died it 110, leaving an autobiography` which takes high rittilefor lb.Vete* andjiterary St. Stephen's W.4: To- Send Layettes GORBIE—The' January meeting: M the W.A, of St, Stephen' Church was held ThursdaV afternoon • at the rectory with a good attendance. The ladies sewed. The president opened the meeting with devotions. Scripture from Luke 2: 1-15 was react by Mrs, Norman Wade. Roll call was answered with New Year's thoughts. It was decided to send two layettes in the bale in June, and to have the annual bazaar and hot supper on March 17th, Everyone is asked to bring an article for the sale to" the next meeting, A new Member, Mrs, F. 10, Russell' was Welcomed. The Rev. F. E, Russell gave a short talk on "The New Year" giving sug- gestions on keeping an open mind, and being ready to go on trails not Waked, He closed the meeting with prayer.. Mrs, J. Dinsmore assisted, the hos- tess in servingea numb.. [HEST RECORD EN 24 YEARS FOR M "Common Sense Is • The Knack Of Seeing Things As They Are" The ingredients in your pro, scriptione are the. results Of many years of re8earelt by chemists and scientists. Yout Phyajcian ;atoned a long time to he able to write your pee- eeriptions, We, your Pliarmacistet, had te attend a College of Pharmacy, and pass an examination ter prove that we have the necelle sary knowledge to compound' them. In Mir prescription' department we carry theusande• of different medicines to be able to give yell exactly what yoitr IThysieirm Specifiee. 0 Pick up your prescription shopping feat' us, or let Ut deliVee promptly without extete charge. A great many people entrust us with the re8ponsibill. its oC filling theft. preeerlptiOn8; May we compound yours? ' McKibbons PHONE 53 A wiNGHoee4 -PnEsouPTION Cif irmisTs qfleagtiot .by Thentlaa Halle burten (110,1-1865) Copyriglit 1050 (11.W1) Hospital Group Plans , contest to Encourage Candidates .MAN WHO had bathed toe LacekY: at a stag party was berated by )1411 Wife Or getting in late. Hie ex- anSle was that he had taken the WrOng bus, le 'That I, can Understand," said his :spouse, "considering the shape yetere but how did you find out, you were on tlie wrong bus?" "Well, I kind of thought I was," replied the confused man, "when it stood ,ort one corner for a couple of hours, but what finally tipped me off was the fact that people kept (taping In and ordering hamburgers." GORRIE---"Six Steps to Citizenship!' Was given by Mrs, C, Wile-on at the January meeting at the home of Mrs, Glenn Johnston on Tuesday evening 0o-operation comes first, because we: must learn to live together and work together; courtesy because we must respect the rights and feeling of others; truthfulness, honesty, thought, 'Lanese and unselfishness; lastly re,- spect and reverence. She said "A citizen loves his country, honours it, works for it and may even die for it," The motto "Learn to know your neighbors, you might like them," was prepared by Mrs. Tom Edgar and read by Mrs, Glad ,Edgar, Some of the helpful thoughts offered were: A neighbour should do more than avoid unkind acts alone; neighbors need friendliness, especially when in. trouble and need; go to see them and learn to know and love them; we owe something to our neighbors; miss no opportunity of doing a kindness, for the chance may be gone by tomorrow; President Mrs. C. Wilson presided mid roll call was answered by naming a prominent Canadian citizen, Char- lotte Whitton seemed to be the most popular. The minutes were read by the as- sistant-secretary, Mrs, Norman. Wade, who reported that at Christmas flowers were sent to eleven.; boxes to eight; and 22 copies of the Upper Room will be sent to shut-ins during the year. Miss Margaret Dane read several thank • you notes. Mrs, Willard Peel, 'Mrs. T. ha Me- llows and Miss Maragret Dane Were named the nominating committee, Arrangements were made for the annual "Family Night" to be held on February 7th, when Jim Needham, Junior Farmer representative of Rip- ley, will show films on his trip to - (Ireal. Britain. Junior Farmer and Junior Institute members, will be in- vited. Mrs. Vera Gregg, Mrs, Id, H, Strong and Mrs. H. laerguson are the ' lunch committee. Mrs, Glenn Johnston's number was drawn at the Dutch auction, Dainty refreshments were served by Mrs. Mel, Taylor and the hostess. READ sififo FOR RESULTS The National Council *of Hospital Auxiliaries is sponsoring an essay contest and all participants will. have A chance to reap rewards although the nuenber of ectuel cash prizes is limit, ed, The explanation is simple, the sub- ject of the contest is "Why I Want to Become a Nurse" and the association bones writing such an essay will en- courage participants to enter the nursing ,prefessi on. Two Coftests There will be two essay contests in each of the constituent provincial associations, one in the English aang,, uage and one in the French language; Rules and conditions for the contests are identical. There will be a prize for each and the two winners • from each province will he submitted to the national association. The national: will appoint three judges who will'. award a grand prize of $50. to the winner in each language.. Prizes aCI the provincial level will have a value of twenty-five dollars. Three copies of the two winning essays from each province will be sent to Mrs. Benjamin Robinson, 36.FOrden Crescent, Westmount, national chair- man. The essay must not exceed 700 words on manuscript paper (8ni"x 11") must be double spaced and writ- tea on one side of the ppm' only. Pages must be numbered. Four copies of the essay must be made, three copies to be submitted and one re- tained by the contestant. Dateline at the provincial level is January 30; 1956; The National Council of Auxiliaries; the sponsor of this contest was forre- ed in 1951. when all provinces sent representatives to a national con'ven, tion in Ottawa, held in conjunction with the Canadian Hospital Associa- tion with the same legal status as the Canadian Nurses' Association and many others. Contest Rules • Rules of the contest are as follows: 1, The essayi must not exceed 7.00 words. 2. The essay must be typewritten on manuscript paper (8n.." by 11"), must be double-spaeed and he written. on one side of the papeteonly. Pages must be numbered. . . 3. Four copies of the essay must be made, three copies, to be submitted and one retained by the contestant. 4, The name and, address of the con- testant muse be written On a separate slip of paper and placed in a sealed envelope which must be attached ,to the, essay. Any name -or identification' mark on the essay itself will auto- matically disqualify the contestant. '6. Essays should be addressed to: Mrs. J. E. Buchan, 1.45 Bridge Street East, Belleville, Ontatio, and must be postmarked not later than Jantary 30th, 1956. Any essay bearing' a post- mark later„thart this date cannot he considered.: 6. Essays become the property of the Provincial Association of Hospital Auxiliaries to which it is submitted and cannot be returned. .7, A prize of the value of twenty- five dollars will be awarded' to the contestant in each province, who, in the opinion of the judges . must be ac- cepted as final and they cannot under- take to offer comment or opinion on any essay. 8, Each. Provincial Association will submit to the National Association its two prize-winning essays. The Nat- :ken:0 will then appoint three judges who will award a fifty-dollar grand prize for the winner in each language, Former.Teacher Dies In Saskatchewan GORRIE--Word hAs been received here of the death of Mrs. Stanley. A. IVIeDougall, of Unity, Seek. She was :the former Adit. Chapman, of Mount. Forest mid Was a teacher for several- years in the Grangehill school, some fifty years ago. , Mrs. McDougall died very suddenly her home on Christmas :Eve, Her hi 'Amp (1, a son and daughter. survive. Mr. and Mrs. McDougall visited here In June, 1034. Install Officers at Presbyterian Y.P.S. The regular meeting of the Pres- byterian Young People's Society of St, Andrew's Church• was held ire the Sunday School room on January 0th. The new' officers installed by Rev, Alex Nirnmo are; President, Mary SOU; vice-president, Arthur Burgers; secretary, Sylvia Alekander; treasurer, Stewart McGill; convener of fellow- ship, Helen Ford; convener mis- sions,, Doug, Hardie; programs, Jane MeRague; faith and evangelism, Mary IVfacalillan'; worship, Baellitea Merrick; p'r'ess reporter, Doris Miceli. ' The topic WaS "TIM POtWard Step Would Like to Sec Otte 'Society Make wring 1056," Those taking part were Mary Scott; Deng. Hardie and Arthur Burger/a The Meeting closed with the bole. Gorrie Residents .Receive injurieS ' GMBH:I—George Kink fell from a Stepladder at his home on Thursday afternoon, cutting his head on a pipe leading. to the radiator, Dr. Mills was called and, twelve stitches were re- quired to close the wound. Walter Charles has also been the victim of ill fortune, While crank- , ing a, tractor at his home, he broke his right wrist. His arm • is in a east to the elbow, MM. .GRAD', 'EDfiAll: TAKES OVER' DUTIES. GORRIE—Thc W.M.S, meeting of the Gorrie United Church was held on Thursday evening at the home of Mrs, E. 'Carson, Mrs, Irving Toner took charge with Mrs, C. Gilpin and Mrs. T. L. McInnes assisting. The theme was on the call to the mission of the church through one's vocation, Mrs. Gilpin took the part of the influence of Christians in the life' of the world; distinctive caaracteris- ,tics of the Christian' in • early, life. and Mrs, McInnes. spoke on a Christian witness in our vocation and home life. Miss. Margaret Dane took a chapter from the study book, dealing with the faithfulness and consecration of the missionaries among the Indians in Canada. The Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan con- ducted the installation service. for the officers for the coming year; GORMEL-The annual congregation- al meeting of Gorrie United Church was held in the church. hall,pn Friday evening. Quite nurnber of. People turned Out and' -everyone. en- joyed the fine pot-luck supper ar- ranged by the W. A. , The business part of the meeting, was presided over by the Rev. W. V. Buchanan with the recording steward-. Mr. W,- W. Strong acting as secretary. Three new elders were appointed to the session, T, V. Edgar, C, 0.11nrefica, and Glad' Edgar, :our new stewards- were appointed to the committee of 8tewards,. W, ID, Whitfield, Wilfred King, Dick Carson and Jas. Dunbar. Very encouraging • reports were heard from all organizations, 1)uripg the year a totals Of $7;554,00: was raised by all organizationS, and the - church treasurer reported' a bal- ance on hand. The missionary and maintenance -"exceeded last year's amount by almost a hundred dollarse making the present record the highest in the past 24 years. In presenting the session report, the minister referred, to the -National Evangelistic campaign . how' in pro- grees throughout the whore church and suggested that the session draw up, .a plan of elders' distriCts, with each elder visiting, the homes in his district prior to, the quarterly com- munion. service.. Easter. Sunday wilt, be marked this year by a special seta vice of re4edicatton for 'all Church members, 'The retiring clerk of session, Me. Ruttan heartily endorsed this. suggestion and commended the var- jolts organizations, committees and the caretaker on .their year's work as. well.:as the .various. secretaries and treasurers for their fine efforts. Mr. George Gregg, a former church organist expressed appreciation to the choir members, organist and director. The meeting ejosed, With, a . vote of thanks and apprecintion to- Rev, and Mrs, W. .1k," V. Buchanan by Mr. T. V. Edgar. Mr. and Mrs.: R.' Married 51 Years O'ORRIE.--It is with great- pleasure that the management.and staff Of The Winghtim, 'AdVaneo-Thnes; the Gorrie correspohdent, Mrs,. N. Wade, and friends and neighbors extend con- gratulations to Me, and Mrs, Robt., Dane on the eoceasion of their 51st. 'Weddifig athivetSary, on. Wednesday, (January 11th, . • • 'St. Stephen's. to Be Rededicated Sunday GORRIE—After extensive re-decor- ating of the interior of the church, St, Stephen's will be re-opened and re, dedicated at 2.30 p.m, on Sunday, ,Tanuary 15th, Rev, H. L. Parker, of Wingiml, will assist Rev. F. E. dins— eel' at the service and the junior choir of the Winghtem Anglican °Introit will sing. 0 - 0 - 0 The annual vestry meeting of St. Stepini'8 Will be held in the L.OL, Hall on Wednesday evening, January 18th,, at 8.30, 0 - 0 - The Brotherhood of Anglican Le.y- Men of the parish Will meet in the Legion Hall, Gorrie, On Friday even- ing, ,Trfnuary 13th, at 8.30. `Midget Times' Displays Work of Mac Harris WROXETER—The latest edition of The Midget Times, the magekihe elr, ciliated by the pupils of 5,5. No. 2, Turnberry, ha especially fine art work, • On the aolier is depleted .the Nativ- ity hind 611 page g, Santee hollio at the North Pole, the latter drawn by, Mae Harris of Grade 1, This littler ntagaible is trill of later- est and Iraqii.stibseription list of till. ,ixteeri pupils contribute and Mrs. TrildrAttifi te, the' tiatiter", MIRK Personale The Rev, W. V, Buchanan and the Rev, F, Russell conducted votions at the inaugural meeting of the Howick Township Connell on Thursday; January 5. Mr. Russell read from Romans 13;1-8 and Mr. .Buchan, en-led prayer, l\fr, 'and Mrs, Burns Stewart and Mrs. Mabel .Stewart spent Friday London, Mrs. pI, Geo. Galbraith returned home from Wingham General :Hospi- tal, on Tuesday of last week. Mrs. Bertha Plant and Mr. Cleo, Plant, Sask., returned last week after a two weeks' visit with relatives in Drayton,. Ahearn-a ariderLondon. Mr, and Mrs. H. Strong spent Monday and Tuesday of last week in Toronto. Mrs. Harry Ferguson visited with her daughter, Mrs. Don T.reland and Mr. Ireland at Teeswater for several days last. w eel :Mise Betty Dote-m, of Wincleor, visit- r ed at. the home of Mr, and , Mrs. Tara Mr. aleh Mrs, Carl Douglas arch Wayne, Belmore, Messrs. Harvey and Orville Douglas, of Clifford, were Sinn- day' guests at the hoMe of Mr. and Mrs. Thos, Douglas.. Mr. and Mrs, Cecil Grainger anti Ruth visited Mr. and Mrs. Pei* Me- Crackin, Listowel, on Sunday, ' Mr. and M1'14, Feed Feigel, Lenore and Howard, spent New Year's with Mr. and Mrs, Irving Merrick, Wing- ham. Miss Marlene Pagel spent New Year's at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Herbert Aitchen, Durham,. lain and :Mrs. Wilfred Hay,. Bill and Harold, of Ethel, visited Mr, and 'Mee, Cleo. Brown on Sunday The .Mission Band will meet 'In the Carrie United Church hall on Tint 114.. day, .Tanuary 12th after school. The meet and hoard of stewards will in the church hall- on Fri- day, Janflary 13th, at 8.30 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Edgar, Mr. and Mrs. Glad Edgar, and Mr.. ana Mrs, Donald Edgar visited Mr. and Mrs Allan Whytock, Teeswater, on Sunday, Miss Patricia Strong, of Sarnia, is spending a few days at her, home. F.! SEE CAMERON'S I • BILUARDS for guaranteed WATCH REPAIRS CASH.—if you live.• • -CASH—if you die. Protection for. the family- Comfort for your retirement All in one. policy. : CONSULT— •' • FRANK C. HOPPER • --Representative-- Canada Life' WMGHAM, ONT: r ti plus Winglann AdVaucc,Thnes, Wednesday, jaauary n, isss $104, CITIZENSHIP STEPS DISCUSSED BY W.I.