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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1960-06-29, Page 7Ontario's Transport Minister John Yarelnko measures Donna IVIcNall's height with the aid of the Department's new safety ruler while Lucian DelMonte, Jack Bernstein and Geoffrey gbisuzaki of Toronto's Clinton Street &heal Wait their turn. The ruler coriabined height and weight charts with practical traffic reminders for children. For the twelfth consecutive year the Transport Department and the Department of Education will distribute one million of these summer safety reminders to Ontario's elementary school children. A portion of the three-foot ruler is shown at left. NEW PETROLEUM SERVICE—Bud Orr, manager of. the Belgrave Co-Op and Bill Gordon, of the United Co-operatives of Ontario, are Shown above as they inspected the newly installed storage tanks at the Belgrave plant, The petroleum department of the Belgrave Co-Op which opened a short time ago now has storage for six different products normally used by the farm trade.—Advance-Times photo Miss B. Gallaher Receive$ Chair BLUEVALE—To mark the con- clusion of a four-year teaching period in Bluevale Public School, Miss Berva Gallaher was honored at a gathering of pupils and par- ents in the school house on Friday afternoon. The children gave a delightful program of musical numbers and recitations, with Mary Lillow act- ing as chairman, A beautiful chair was the gift presented on behalf of the pupils and people of the section. Patsy Taylor read an address. Miss Gallaher replied with words of thanks for the co-operation she had received in the work of the school and expressed her regret at part- ing. Refreshments were served at the conclusion of the program. There is general regret that Miss Gallaher is leaving. She will be married on July 1st and will live in Barrie. ST. HELENS Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Dean, of Ingersoll, were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Cameron, Congratulations to Mrs. Albert Taylor, who won $50.00 in the God- errch share-the-wealth contest. Mr. and. Mrs. Allan Miller, Doug- las and Lou and Mr. Richard and Mr. Ellwood Elliott visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. Willis Corrigan at Cookstown, The Jnly meeting of the Women's Institute will he held in the com- munity hall on Thursday, July 7, at 2:30. This is children's day and the roll call will be your childhood pictuie a.nd e a ;nursery., rhyme for the children, Program in charge of the Happy Handieraftera. Elaine lunch, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin McCabe, of Windsor, and Mrs. Carl Johnston, of Bluevale, were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Fred and Mr. and Mrs. Frank McQuillin on Saturday. OORRIE Mrs. Robert Elseliner, Janice and Bruce attended the 'Harper reunion at Russelidale hall on. Saturday. Mrs. Albert Dustow attended the McIntosh garden party and visited Thursday with. Mr, and Mrs. Ernest Wylie, Lakelet. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Underwood and Murray spent Sunday with Mrs. Archie Gosnell, They also visited Mr. A. Gomel! in the To- ronto General Hospital and Mr. Archie Edgar in the Docters' Hos- pital, Visitors at the benne of Mr, and. Mrs. Charles. Koch were Mr. and Mrs. Harold Ott, Listowel; Mr. and Mrs, Clarence Becker, Hanover; Mr. and Mrs. William Demerling, Kurtzville; Mr. and Mrs. August Keil. Mr. and Mrs. James Edwards spent Sunday with Mrs. Adam Darling, Belmore, Mr, and Mrs. Stanley Elliott, Lis- towel, visited Mr. and Mrs. Alex- and Perrie on Sunday. Miss Gwen Hyndman is visit- ing Miss Maureen Buchanan of Ayr, Word has been received of the death of Mrs. Ben (Ida) Kerwin, in the K-W Hospital on. Saturday. Mrs. Kerwin was formerly of Clifford. Mr. and Mrs, Gordan Moir spent Monday in Chatham. Mr,and Mrs. W. C. King and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Thistle spent Sunday afternoon in Goderich. Mr. and Mt. Mac Abram, Pal- merston, Mr. and Mrs, Vic Shera, Moorefield, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Jackson, Listowel and Mr. and Mrs. Ewart 'Whitfield enjoyed a picnic in the Gorrie. park Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. George Brown and Jean of Gorrie and Janet Elliott of Molesworth visited Mrs. Joe Pearson of Ethel on Sunday. Howick D i st r i c t L.O.L. and L.O.B.A. will hold their annual parade and church service in the Gorrie United Church at 11,15 Sun- day morning. The Rev. J. Ewart Clarke will be the speaker. At a ball game on Thursday night in •Gorrie, the Gorrie team defeated Kurtzville 11-6. They played again Monday night with Jamestown. Visitors With Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Sanderson on Sunday were Mrs. L. Stirling and Barbara of Bervie. Mrs. Sam Kincaid~ and children of Winnipeg are visitors at the same home. Mrs. John Young of :Vancouver and Dr. Parker of Hamilton visit- ed Mrs. Bella Greaves on Thurs- day, of last Week. eee, Mr. and Mre. bill Blakeney and Janice and Mrs. Mae Blakeney of Toronto, visited Mrs. 0. Gregg on Saturday. Mts. Mae Blakeney, the former Mae Elliott, will remain in Gerrie for a two weeks' visit. The Presbyterian Sunday School held their Sunday School picnic in the park on Saturday afternoon. Miss Diane Irwin, who has com- pleted her commercial course at the Wingham District High School, has •taken a position In Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs. James Wylie of Toronto spent the week-end with Mrs. J. Wylie. ' The Rev. E. C. and Mrs. Attwell, David and Mary Margaret and Mrs. Smith spent Saturday in Brant- ford, Joanne Christine, infant daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard San- derson was received into the church by baptism by the Rey. E. C. Attwell on Sunday morning at St. Stephen's Church. The TB clinic will be held' in Gorrie, August 2nd and August 4th, Linda, Mavis, Peter and Debby Stewart of Harristorl were recent visitors with their grandparents, Mr, and Mrs. Gordon Underwood. Jim Austin, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. William Austin is a new member of the bank staff. Miss Nancy Newton's last name was 'In- advertently omitted in last week's issue, Miss Newton has been on the staff for several years. Mr. and Mrs. E. 11. Strong spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hermiston of Normanby Town- ship, MB CLEARS $400 FOR PARK CLEAN-UP FtRIE—The arena, gaily dec. orated for the occasion, was well filled with the large gathering that turned out Friday night in spite of very disagreeable weather, to attend the frolic. It was spon- sored by the Community Club, to raise money to restore the park after the spring flooding had caus . ed much damage, The club is made up of inter- ested citizens of Gorrie and sur- rounding country and hap been responsible for the Gorrie Com- munity Park, which is a beauty spot and used by persons from far and near. It is estimated that there will be more than $400 clear after expenses are paid. Slim Boucher and 'his musicians from Wingham put on a short program and played' for the dance. Bingo and other games were play- ed, At twelve the draw was made, the winners •being Mrs. Ernie M- oon, Listowel, $50; Mr, Lloyd Ash- ton, Lucknow, $25; Mr, Andy Ed- gar, Gorrie $10. The club wishes to thank every-We who contributed in . any way to make the evening a success.. Stanky Lennox Dies Suddenly GORRIE--Stanley Gordon Len- ilex, 52, died suddenly at his home in 'Gorrie on Wednesday evening. Death was attributed to a heart attack, which he took while driv- ing his ear near his home, He was ,carried into the house 'and passed away shortly after. He was born in Wallace Town- ship, June 26th, 1007, and was a 'son of Thomas Lennox and the late Minnie Louise Master. He was married' January 17, 1955 to Mrs. Marion Theodorff of .Gorrie and has resided In Gorrie for the last five years, 'Surviving besides his wife and father are three children, all at home, one Infant ten day$ old; one step-son Gerald Teodorff, Lis- towel and one step-daughter, Mrs. Thomas (Joyce) Lennox, Atwood; two brothers, David, Britton, and Herbert of Listowel; three sisters, Mrs. Clarence (Ruby) Hanna of Belgrave; Mrs. Norman (Olive) Hanna, Atwood, and Mrs. William (Florence) Geiger, Listowel. Funeral was Saturday at the Gibson-Harrison funeral 'home, Lis- towel, conducted by the Rev. Bruce Miles of Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. Edward ,W. Coates Buried in Listowel GORRIE—Edward Walter Coates of Atwood died Thursday hi the Listowel Hospital in his 84th year. A native of Grey Township, his wife, the former Mary King, ,pre- deceased him. Surviving are two daughters Mrs. 'Oliver (Eva) Stew- art of Howick Township, with whom he had spent some time; Mrs. John (Pearl) McTaggart of Elma Township and one son Frank of Elma Township. Funeral service was in Listowel at the McLaughlin and Reid fun- eral home on Saturday, Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Lis- towel. Change in Time For Services GORRIE—Starting next Sunday Gorrie United Church Sunday School Service will be at 10.00 am. and the Gorrie United Church morning worship will be at 11,15 a.m. Rev, J. E. Clarke will be on holi- day in July. Services on July 10th and 17th will be conducted by Rev. J. W. Hird. There will be no services on July 24th and 31st. I-/old Reception For Newly-weds GORRIE—A very large erowd gathered in, the community hall on Wednesday evening to• honor Mr. and Mrs. Peter Harrison (Dorothy Toner), The evening was spent in danc- leg to music of Carruther's or- chestra, Toni O'Krafka, read an address and Mrs. Alvin Grainger preeented the couple with a gift of money, Both Mr. and Mrs. Harrison made suitable replies. Refresh, ments, were served, HIGGINS REUNION IN GORRIE PARK GORRIE--The 33rd Higgins re- union was held in the Gorrie Com- munity Park on Saturday with noon 'lunch in the park and the evening meal in the community hall. Over 65 attended from Morris, Turnberry and Howick townships and from Brussels, Mitchell, Guelph and Wingham. They were descen- dants of the late. Elijah, Thomas and Joseph Higgins of Turnberry Township, Officers for this year were: President, Joseph Higgins, Mitchell and secretary-treasurer, Charles Higgins, 'Brussels, The 1961 offic- ers are: President, Jack Higgins' of Morris and secretary-treasurer, Mrs, Lois Hoy, Wingharre ORME Mr. and Mrs. James Graham and Mrs. Mary Graham of Toronto were week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Robinson. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Whitley and Mrs. Orpha Riley of Toronto and Mrs. Elizabeth Carter of Assiniboice Sask., spent several days with Mrs. L. N. Whitley. Other visitors at the same home were Mrs. W. Mountain, Mrs. B. Jesting and daughter Betty and Mrs. R. Young- blue all of Londesboro. Mr. David Ashworth of Lucan spent Sunday with his daughter, Mrs. E, C, Attwell and Mr. Attwell. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Strong, Donna Marie and Bobbie visited Mrs. Strong's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Erling Arthurs of Drew on Sun- day. Mrs. Percy Colmer, Gary and Deena". 'erent Thursday with Mr, and Mrs. Ernest King and other relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Beecroft, East Wawanosh, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Hector Hamilton, Mr, Gordon McNee of Belgrave spent Sunday evening at the same home. The Howick Junior Farmerettes and Farmers were in Guelph on Saturday at the Square Dance com- petition. They were placed fourth in a contest with dancers from ten counties. Several Village Residents Ill GORRIE—Friends will 'be sorry to know that Mrs. Anson Ruttan is again a patieq in the Wingham General Hospital'. Andy Edgar 'has also been a patient there for the past ten days. Jack Underwood, Guelph, son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Underwood, who was injured in a car accident at Bluevale, is making favorable pro- gress but will be hospitalized for a few more weeks. Alexander Graham, manager of the Toronto- Dominion bank, has been a patient in the Palmerston Hospital for the the past week. It is expected he will be able to return home Tues- day or Wednesday. Little Joan Clarke, daughter of the Rev. J. E. and Mrs. Clarke, is also in Palmerston Hospital for observation. Joint Services BLUEV.ALE — Joint services of Knox Presbyterian Church and the United Church will be held during July and Augusta Rev. W. R. Welsh will be inducted into the service of the United Church on the even- ing of July 1st and will preach in Knox Presbyterian Church during July. BID FAREWELL TO HEEL ON FAMILY BLUEVALE—On the occasion of Mr, Alan H. Neelon's farewell to the United 'Church congregation on Sunday, the sacrament of the Lord's Supper was observed by a 1"dge' group ' of 'members and friends. • Mr, Neelon spoke on the sub- ject, "The Lord's Table," showing we participate at Christ's invita- tion which is for all, high and low. The sacrament is symbolic of Christ's sacrifice and is for those who truly repent and are His fol- lowers. At the close of the service a presentation was made of a sum of money and other gifts to Mr. and Mrs. Neelon, Paul and Ruth Ann. Alex. Corrigan spoke of the con- tribution of the Neelon family to the church during their two years here and read an address. Mr. Neelon expressed gratitude for the kindness of the people of the 'com- munity and the pleasure he and Mrs. Neelon had in working with them, ' Mr. and Mrs. Neelon and family will leave on Thursday of this week to begin social work at the Salvation Army Camp Selkirk on Lake Erie, and in the fall will be- gin a two-year course in Salvation Army studies in Toronto. Proceeds of $60:00 For Re=Decorating ST. HELENS — The Sunday School room of the United Church was filled on Thursday afternoon for the annual tea and bazaar sponsored by the Woman's As- sociation. Mrs. T. J. Todd, the president, was assisted in the worship ser- vice by Mrs. E. F, Green and by Mrs, G. MacPherson, who read the Scripture lesson. Mrs. Todd extend- ed a welcome to the guests from the United Churches of Lucknow, Whiteehurele Calvin-Brick and the Ashfield circuit, as well as from her own 'community, and introduc- ed the following program. Readings by Miss W. D. Ruther- ford and Mrs. Falconer, of White- church; vocal solos 'by Miss Mar- garet Rae, of Lucknow, Mrs. Cook, of Zion, Mrs. S. deBoer and Mrs. E. W, Rice; piano solos by Mrs, Chester 'Taylor and Mrs. Will Rutherford; a whistling number by Mrs. John Currie, of Calvin-Brick anti an accordion solo by Mies Mary Pardon, A pleasant social hour followed when tea was served, Proceeds from the tea and bazaar and bake sale amounted to nearly $60,00, This Will assist hi the project, which is the re-decorating of the Stag* School room. Baptist Picnic At Seaforth Park The Sunday, School picnic Of Wingham. Baptist Church was held In. Seaforth Lions Club park Sat- urday, under idea weather :eerie nations. There were 00 in .attende ante. Activities, consisted or SIVirell'anX0 races and delicious. =eel, at which time Rev, 1301 Large of Peru spoke for a few moments •on his mission- ary work in that country. Results of the races were an follows; Foot races, children 5 Stad under, Marilyn Collar, Sylvia MeLean and Stephen Sown, tied; 6-7 years, Adora McLean; Stephen, Large; 8.9-10 years. boys, Barry McLean, David. Rogers; 84-10 years girls, Linda. Reid, Joan Cantelen; 11-12 years 'boys, Bryon Collar, Grant Kilpatrick; 11.12 years cirle, Patsy Selling, Lynda Stapleton. Teenage girls sack race: Mari-. lye Rogers, Karen Kilpatrick; teen age boys sack race, Bill Hotchkiss, Ian Cairns; men's sack race, Bill Large, Frank Collar; girls' and boys' wheelbarrow race, Bill. Hoteh- kiss, Marlene Rogers; Ian Cairns, Helen Hotchkiss; bean and straw contest, Marilyn Rogers, Ruth Hotchkiss; men's shoe kicking, Bill Hotelikies and Ian Ceirns, Two New Ministers At United. Churches Induction services for United Church congregations will be held at Bluevale and Belgrave. Rev. W. R. Welsh, formerly of Guilds, near Blenheim, will become minister of the Bluevale and Whitechurch congregations at an induction ser- vice to be held iii the Bluevale United Church •on Friday, July 1, at 8.30 p.m. Rev. J. L. G. 'Brown, of Brussels, and Rev, J. E. Clarke, B.A., of Gorrie, will represent Huron Presbytery and conduct the induction, Mr. Alan Neelon, who has served these congregations for the past two years as a lay supply, leaves for Toronto where he will take further studies. Rev. J. H, Anderson, of Wheatley, will be inducted at Belgrave on Thursday, June 30, at 8 p,m., as minister of Belgrave and Calvin- Brick congregations, which have been served for the past eight months by Rev. W. D. Clarke, Wingham, retired minister. Rev. T. G. Husser, B.A., 13.D., of Wingham United Church, and Rev. H. A. Funge, of Londesboro, are commissioned by Huron Presbytery to conduct the induction. Passes in Music GoRRIE — Congratulations to Linda Johnston, daughter 'of 'Mn'. and Mrs. Lionel Johnston, who was successful in passing the Toronto l Conservatory Music Examination in Grade 3 piano. She is a pupil of Mrs. Norman Carson. ON TOUR—Members of the Middle aIaitland Con- the Ausablo Authority last Thursday. Shown above servation Authority thoroughly enjoyed a tour of are Hal Hooke, Exeter, secretary-treasurer of the Ausable Authority and part-time fieldman for the Middle Maitland, with Toni Leiper, reeve of Hulled Township and Jack Willits, reeve of Turnberry Townhip.—Advanee-Times photo. Misses Ethel and Plorende Beat- Mrs, Albert Cold, wiilowdale, BLUEVALE WROXETER spent several days last week with the week-end with Mr. .and Mrs. Hazel Sperling spent part of last week with Mr. and Mrs. James A. Hunt, Mrs. Alonzcs Sperling and Miss Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Brown, and Robertson, Goderich, and the week- accompanied by Mrs. Brown, spent end with Mr. and Mrs, Walter a day with Mrs. Dan McTavish, Eaton of Seaforth. Mrs. Sperling Milverton, remained for a longer visit, Mrs. Mary Rose, Mrs. Bella Arm- Mrs. Richard Griffith and Mr. strong, Miss Vesta. Coombes of Allan Griffith were Sunday visitors Brussels spent Wednesday with with Mr. and Mrs, William Nord- stron, Grand Bend, AIM Alex, Wright. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Coates were Mr. and Mrs, Richard tngrani iu Listowel Friday evening due to were week-end guests of Mr, and the death of the former's cousin, Mrs. Elgin Ingrtini, Stratford, and Mr. Ed Coates. The deceased was attended the Ingram reunion there. known to many here and Was the Mr. and Mrs, Verne Clark, Dawn father of Mrs. Oliver Stewart, to Lue and Terry were Sunday visitors whom we extend sympathy. with Mr. and Mrs: Bud Stewart, Mr. and Mrs, George Gibson, Harriston. Murree/ and Glans, Mrs. W.E.Weir Miss Patti Hart, Listowel, is and Miss Gertie Bush were in Visiting her grandparents, Mr. and Toronto On Saturday and visited Mrs. William Bart, this week. Me and Mrs. Lloyd Weir. Ross Tornane spent Sunday with Me. and Mrs. George Hunt, Deb- Mr. and Mrs, Ralph Toman, Kitch- bie and Larry of Brerripteli, spent ener. WEONETER STORES OPEN Wroxeter stores will remain open all day Thursday, June 30th, due to the PrIday holiday. VVN291. Tte d itigt am Rbbantrk:Zintro WINGHAali, ONTARIO, ViinONE$DAY,. JUNE. Z9, POO AUSTRALIANS VISIT BELMORE DISTRICT 13MMORE—Mrs. Edwin Harris and her ,daughter, Elza from Sid- Australia are at present visit- at the home of John Doig, Carrick, and other relatives in the ;community. Mrs. Harris' great grandfather„ William Smith,. went as a young man from Glen Morris, Ont„ near Galt, to Australia, at the time of the gold rush theie in 1852. Wil- liam Smith was the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Smith and a brother of the late Mrs. George S. Inglis, who with her husband and fanilly lived on the farm near Belmere now occupied by Gordon and Aleck Inglis. William Smith's family in Aus- tralia have written and kept in touch with the relatives in Canada over the years, but this visit„ of Mrs, Harris and Elsa ie the first neesonal contact the direct deseen- Wts have had. An interesting comparison is the difference in the mode of travel. William Smith was over four Months enroute to Australia in a sailing vessel, whereas Mrs, Barris ..and Elsa came on a jet plane from Sydney to New York, then T.C.A. to Melton. They left'Sydney on Friday afternoon, June 3rd, stayed 24 hours in (Honolulu) Hawaii, and arrived at Malton at noon on Sun- day, June 5. On Sunday, June 10, Mrs, Harris and Elza of Australia, Miss 'Ger- trude Fleming of Galt, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Findlater and David of Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Woods and Lorna of Wingham, and IVIISs Nellie Doig of Mileima.y— all descendants of Mf. and Mrs. James Smith, attended the church service in Glen Morris United Church. This church was built loa- f* William Smith left for Aus- tralia over 100 you% ago, They also visited the old Smith home- ., a mile from, the village. 'This was originally taken tip by the family in 1829—arid sold out of the family in, 1986. Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Elmer Jef- fray, of Belmore, have correspond- ed tee "pen-pals" ever elate their school days so this visit has been a happy Meeting for thani, too, MRS EelliARRIS and her daughter, Elsa, of Sydney, Australia, leave today after a visit at the home of John Dole', Carrick. Mrs. Harris is the first descendant of William Smith to visit Canada, Her great grandfather left for the gold rush in 1852.—Advance-Times photo tie, of Seaforth, visited Mrs. R. F. Geri-Liss last week. Rev. Paul and Mrs. Barb, of New Hamburg, were guests of Rev. T. E. Kennedy and Mrs. Kennedy at the manse last week. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Coultes visited at Clinton 'recently. Mr. and Mrs Harvey Messer, of Toronto, spent the week-end at their sunnier home here. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Sellers and family spent Sunday at Mono Mills, Mr, and Mrs. Jas. Masters, of Parkhill, were guests of Mr. and Mrs, Gordon Hall last week. Mrs. Edward Johnston spent a few days at the hares of Mr. and Mrs. Cooper Nethery at Belgrase. Mr. and Mrs, Kay Karlson, of London, were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Greenaway, Mr. and Mrs. Irving McCabe and family, of Windsor, are visiting Mr. amid Mrs. Carl Johnston. A successful sale of house furn- ishings was held at the home of the late Mrs, C. J. Biggins on June 122nd, 'The property was not sold, owing to a reserve bid.