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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1960-09-28, Page 7SHAWL, 150 YEARS FAMILY HEIRLOOMS SHOWN AT MEETING BELGRAVE—The regular meet- ing of 'the Belgrave Women's In- stitute was held oh Tuesday after- noon in the 'community centre with 16 present. The president, Mrs. . Richard Procter, was in charge of 111 the business session. Mrs. Carl Procter read the minutes and the financial statement showed a bal- ance on hand of $192,23. Thanks was expressed to all who,had taken cars to the Whitechurch meeting and for the anniversary card sent to the Procters on the occasion of their 25th wedding anniversary. A donation of $10.00 was made to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. The hospital rummage sale is to be October 15, and articles are to be left at the home of Mrs. Clifford Logan the day before the pick-up, Volunteers for mending at W -.V he S' 010. next, time ,are or,• Mrs. Clifford Logan, Mrs. Lyle Hopper, Mrs. Robert Higgins and Mrs. George Jordan. 'Sixteen girls .will take the 4-H homemaking club project, "The Club Girl Entertains." The follow- ing were named a .commilttee, to make 'preliminary arrangements for the 50th anniversary of the Wo- men's Institute, Mrs. Herb Wheel- er, Mrs. Clifford Logan, Mrs. James Michie, and Mrs. John Anderson. It was decided to adopt a soldier at Westminster Hospital, 0 Mrs. Cora 'McGill was 'convener of the program for this Grand- mothers' meeting. Mrs. Geo, John- ston faVoured with piano Selec- tions. Mrs. James Michie gave a reading, "Why Let Yourself Grow Old?" - Mrs. Johnston played a piano solo, "Beyond the Sunset," in theinory of those members who have 'passed away. Mrs, McGill conducted a contest and prizes were given for the • grandmother who went the farth- est on her wedding trip, Mrs. Al- bert Vincent; with birth date near- est tire date of the meeting, Mrs. Leslie Bolt; going to her new 'home after her wedding in a buggy, Mrs. Stanley Cook; with the largeet waistline, Mrs, Lyle Hopper; with the most grandsons, Mrs. Herb Wheeler; weighing the least, Mrs. `John Anderson; to have her last baby in the ,hospital, Mrs. Earl Anderson, There were ten grandmothers present at this meeting, and mem- bers wore something that their grandmothers had worn. There wars also a display of older articles, one a shawl, 150 years old, Lunch was served by Mrs, Stan- ley Cook, Mrs, Garner Nicholson and Mrs, Lyle Hopper. FORDW1CH PAGEANT—This was the scene as the . cast completed the pageant marking the .centennial of Trinity Anglican Church. Fortiwich last Sunday. The pageant, written by Orlo Miller, London, outlined the 1.00 year history of the parish. A.Y.P.A. inembere 'from Clinton, Wing'ham, Brussels and Fordwich assisted in the presentation, A good crowd Was on hand for the colorful event, ATTEND PAGEANT—Mrs. Jennie MoShure, left and William Sothern, both of Fordwich are greeted by their pastor Rev: B. C. Attwell, as they arrived for the pageant at Trinity Anglican C'hm'eh, Fordwich, Xneeley aftarnoon. The couple are two of the °idea members of the parish and were included he the eacuilisrehip of the confirmation class of 1880. 0: Sales darted skyward.in '60...riow hang ono your hats.and your hearts...lcause '61.4 _ "•• e :::::::::::::::: • :::::: ......... . , .. ... ..„. . ......eseeeeekeSeeMee eeeenseSeesessesieseeee sees YIPPEE!!! . . here we go again! Just look at that 1961 Dodge Dart! Hard on the heels of last year's roaring success comes another superb example of gleaming, Dodge Dart elegance. There'll be no stopping this beauty! Look at that roominess and comfort . . almost amounts to pampering! That's Dodge-size room enough for six adults or a whole gaggle of young fry! Up front there's Dodge-packed power—Slant 6 or V8 —and Dodge economy too. No wonder the smart ones are moving to Dart! See your Dodge-Valiant Dealer .... Drive a 1961 Dodge Dart. NOW D ON SPLAY AT `DODGE VALIANT DEALERS usurp prOtlect 4rCA.vskr get*.roxt Ele.iikokst CRA FORD MOTORS Josephine Street, Winghain vices at the United Church on Sum, day Morning and evening. !Baskets of fall flowers decorated the ..ehutch. The .e.hoir sang several ,special anthems With Miss Ruth. Precter taking the solo part in the Morning, In the evening, Mt. and Mts. George Johnston sang a duet, Baskets of fall flowers, 'fruit and Vegetables decorated Trinity An- Olean Church for the service in the afternoon, Rev. V- Mealey was In charge and the choir %Ong special anthems. Elect Officers for New 4-H Project J3ELGRAVE—The first meeting of the 4-H homemaking club, "The Club Girl Entertains," was held on Saturday in the community centre with 18 in attendance. The meet- ing was opened with the 4-H pledge and motto, followed by the election of officers; President, Mrs. Harry Brydges; secretary, Linda Coultes; press reporter, Joyce Procter. Methods of dishwashing and measures were reviewed and tem- perature abbreviations and rules to remember when handling food were discussed. Mrs. Herson Irwin, leader, de- monstrated arranging flowers, and Mrs, Clark Johnston, assistant leader, discussed hospitality, Each member judged a class of floral arrangements. A home assignment and roll call for the next meeting were given to the girls. The meeting was closed and lunchewan: served. PLAN FOR ANNUAL TURKEY SUPPER BELGRAVE—At a . recent meet- ing of the Board of Trustees of the Belgrave Community Arena, Plans were made for the annual turkey supper, to be held in the arena oit October 12th. The following 'committees were named for this event, the first named to act as chairman with power to add or change their com- mittee. General chairman, C. W. Hanna; advertising, C. W. Hanna and Law- rence Vannan; turkeys, George Cook, Stewart Procter, Ross Mc- Ewan, Martin Grasby; tables, Ken- neth Barbour, Don Campbell, Lewis Cook, Pierson Irwin, C. Cook; tickets; Alex McBurney, C. R. Coultes, Lorne-Campbell; seating, J. R. Coultes, Bud Orr, Jesse Wheeler, Mark Armstrong': ticket collectors, Wes Cook, Jim McCallum, Jim La- mont, George Grigg; decorating, George Johnston, Clifton Walsh, Mrs, Bud Orr, Mrs. Clifford Pur- don, Mr, and Mrs. Harold Vincent, Mrs, Laura Johnston; potatoes and turnips, G. R. Anderson, Joe Dun- bar; stoves, Mason Robinson, Roy Robinson, Leslie Bolt, Gordon Bag- man, Albert Bacon; program, Mrs. George Michie, Mrs. Ross Ander- son, Rev. E. Anderson, Mrs. Walter Scott, Simon Hallahan, Richard Procter; carving, Harry McGuire, R. IsL Coultes, Lyle Hopper, Lewis Stonehouse; gravy, -Mrs. Lyle Hop- per, Mrs, Joe Dunbar, Mrs, George Cook, Mrs. Chris Nethery; coffee, Mrs. H. Irwin, Mrs. .J, Zimmer- man, Mrs. Jack Anderson, Mrs. Harold Procter; turkey room, Mrs. Clifford Pardon, Mrs. Lewis Cook, Dan Hallahan, Hersoit Lines Committee: 3rd Morris, 2 tables, Mrs. Stanley Hopper, Mrs. Jack Higgins; 4th Morris, 2 tables, Mrs. Garner Nicholson, Mrs, Ted Fear; 5th 'Morris, 2 tables, Mrs. EVENING AUXILIARY AT TAYLOR HOME BDLGRAVE—Mrs, Jack Taylor welcomed the members of the Bel- grave Evening Auxiliary of the Woman's Missionary Society, Knox United Church, to her home on Tuesday evening of last week, Eighteen members and four visit- ors answered the roll call. The president, Mrs, Clidford Logan, was in charge and opened the meeting with a hymn followed by the Lord's prayer in unison. The minutes and roll call were read by the secretary, Mrs. Clarence Hanna. The financial report was read by Mrs. James Coultes. Tike penny collection was received and there were nine hospital and three home visits to the sick and shut-in re- corded. The group decided to accept the invitation to meet with the West- field group on October 7th, and to cancel the regular` ititeetinJ 'hi October and do a tableau for the thankoffering meeting to be given at the joint meeting with the Afternoon Auxiliary. Mrs, Robert Grasby and MA, Floyd Campbell were named as delegates to the sectional meeting to be held In Wroxeter in October. Mrs. Jack Higgins gave a very in- teresting reisort un ner stay at Alma College. Following this the offering was received and dedicat- ed. Mrs, Kenneth Barbour was in charge of the study, opening with a hymn, and Mrs. Clarence Hanna read a preview of the two new study books, "The Turning World" and "The 'Ship Under the Cross." A dialogue was given on the mean- ing of the word, "ecumenical", A hymn was sung. follOWed by the Scripture lesson read by Mrs. Laura Johnston. The meeting closed with prayer 'by Mrs. Barbour and lunch was served. RELHAVE Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Shaw and Sharon, London,' spent the week- end with her 'parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Anderson, and other rela- tives. Mr. and Mrs, Wilfred Pickell and family, of Hamilton, spent the week-end visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Herb Wheeler and other rela- tives in the district, 'prior to their departure for Vancouver, in October. Mr. and Mrs, Russell Walker, Goderich, spent the week-end with relatives here. Mr, and Mrs, Norman Stonehouse, of London, visited on Sunday with Mrs. Robert Stonehouse and Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse. Mr, and Mrs. Jini Warwick and family, of Bly6h, called on Mrs. Laura Johnston and 'George on Sunday. Mr. Martin Griteby spent the week-end with his eon-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Arm- strong and family at Thoredale, I and attended the- fair them on Sale urday, Mr, and Mrs. Bert Weller, of Walkerton, called on their soil-in- laW and, daughter, Mr. and Mrs. End Orr, and family on Friday. Mr, and Mrs, ,Tim Wightman, of Listowei, visited on Sunday with friends and relatives in the dis- trict. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Black and Charlie, of Britton, visited on Sun- day with lift. and 'Mrs. Edgar Wightman and family, and Mr. .and Mrs. Janine Walsh and faMily. The ladies of 'Knox. Presbyterian Church held a very anceesaftil af- ternoon tea and 'bake sale on Sat- Dorothy Grace Cook Weds Jas. D. Carter BELGRAVE--The home of Mr. and Mrs. Telford Cook, R. R. 1, Belgrave, was the setting for the marriage of Dorothy Grace Cook, daughter of Mr. and. Mrs. Harvey Cook, Walkerton, and James Den- nis Carter, Londesboro, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Carter, Loncles9aoro. Rev. Henry A. Funge officiated. Mrs, Allan Shaddick played tra- ditional wedding music and accom- panied the soloist, Robert Shaddick, of Londesboro, who sang, "fa per- fect Love" and "I'll Walls Beside You," Given in marriage by 'her father, the bride wore a white floor-length, one-piece gown of nylon net and rayon lace, The ;bodice was em- broidered with cup sequins and simulated pearls. Her gown featur- ed a 'bouffant skirt of double nylon net withlace panels, She carried a bouquet of mauve and white mums. As..maid of honor, Miss - Le* Cook, of Belgrave, chose a street length gown of lotus green organza over net, and carried a nosegay of yellow mums with green trim- mings. As bridesmaid, Mrs. Jack Har- court, Wingham, chose a pale pink taffeta street-length gown and carried a nosegay of yellow mums with pink trimmings. The 'best man was Harvey Cart- er, Londesboro. The reception and wedding din- ner was also held at the home of the bride's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Telford Cook, the house being decorated with lighted candelabra, gladioli, mauve and white stream- ers and bells. The table was cen- tered with a three-tiered wedding cake. Assistants were Miss Patsy Logan, Miss Marlene Purdon, Miss Kay VanCamp, Miss Jean Hanna and Miss Lorna Bolt. The bride chose a brown plaid suit with beige accessories and corsage of yellow mums, for a wed- ding trip to Algonquin Park and parts of Southern Ontario. On their return they will reside at Landes- boro. Guests at the wedding were from Wingtham, Walkerton, ,Luck- now, Belgrave, Walton, Goderich, Clinton, St. Marys, Londesboro, Port Albert and aVfarnock, urday in the 'community arena. We extend a welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Chris Nethery who have moved into the house they pur- chased from Mrs. Mary Wade. A Welcome also to Mr. Jack Van- Camp, Brenda and Raymond, and their housekeeper, Mrs. Zimmer- man, and Mr. and Mrs. William Smith, who are residing in the apartments owned by Clarence Hanna. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Wheeler, of Lethbridge, Alta., who are spend- ing some time with relatives here, and Mrs. Carrie Taylor, of Wing- ham, and Mr, and Mrs. Will Is- bister, 'of Wingham, called on the former's brother and Mr. and Mrs. Herrn Wheeler on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. WM. McNeil and Michael held a social gathering on Sunday. Those attending wore Mr and Mrs. Mart Garniss, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Garniss and family, and Mrs. Les McDougall, all of Wing- ham, Mr. and Mrs, Robert Thomp- son, of Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. Jaelt ThOMpson and family, and Mr, and Mrs, 3014 Thompson and family, of 13luevale, Mr, and Mrs. Bud Orr anti filthily visited with Mt, And Mrs. Dire Henderson and family, Ripley, Mr. ,flilliand Jefferson has return- ed home after spending the past two weeks on a motor trip to. the West. e Mr. and Mrs. Richard Noble, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Noble and Tom- my, all of Thamesford, Mr, and Mrs. Don Jefferson and Cheryl, of Clinton, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. John Noble and fam- ily, (glee Elaine Jefferson and Miss Betty Devereaux, both. of London, spent the week-end at their homes. here. Mr, and Mrs. Wm. 'Webster, of St. Helens, were Sunlay visitors with Mr, and Mrs. Stuart Chamney and family. Mr, and Mrs. John Jefferson, of Fullarton, visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. James Leddy. Mr. Sydney MeClinchey, of Aub- urn, visited. Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Charles Jefferson. Miss Ian Jefferson, of London, visited Sunday with her cousin, Miss Mary Jefferson. Successful anniversary services were held on Sunday at Donny- brook United Church with Rev. R. Al, Sweeney, of Auburn, in charge of the morning service and Rev. Trevor .Richavds, of Dungannon, the guest speaker for the evening service. GOOD ATTENDANCE FOR WIS, MEETING DONNYBROOK—The September meeting of the WIVES and Ladies' Aid was held Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Stuart Cham- ney, with a good attendance. The call to worship was given by Mrs. Charles Jefferson who had charge of the WilVfS meeting. A hymn was sung and Mrs. Mor- ley Johnston and Mrs. Ernest Snowden read the Scripture lesson. Mrs. Gordon Naylor led in prayer, followed by the Lord's prayer in unison. A Psalm was read by the. members, each reading a verse, Mrs. James Leddy read a poem "Grurnblesome Folk". After singing a hymn Mrs. Wesley Jefferson gave a reading on Christian stewardship entitled "I Got a Shoe", The ,girls sang "Jesus Bids Us Shine". Mrs. John Hildebrand read a poem "Friendship". Mrs. Stuart Chamney read the minutes of the previous meeting. Diane Chamney received the offer- ing. It was decided to accept the DONNYBROOK Special Services Held on Sunday BI IJGRAVE — Anniversary ser- vices and Harvest Home services were held in the Knox United Church and Trinity Anglican Church, respectively, Rev. H. An- Clare VanCariap, Mrs. Glen Van- derson was in charge of the sex.- Camp, Mrs, R. Grasby; '10th Wa- wanosh, 2 tables, Mrs. Lawrence Taylor, Mrs. Gordon McBurriry; 9th W. Wawanosh, Mrs. Calvin Robin- son,. Mrs. Mason Robinson; 9th E. Wawanosh, • Mrs. Clark Johnston, Mrs. 'Kenneth Wheeler; 6th Wa- wanosh, tables, Mrs. Eldon Cook, Mrs. Jack Taylor, Mrs. Albert Cook, Mrs. Clarence Rath, Mrs. Stanley Black; village, Mrs. Clif- ford Logan, Mrs. George Johnston, Mrs. J, M, Coultes, Mrs. Clifford Purcion, Mrs. Laura Johnston, Mrs. Bud Orr, Miss Jean 1VIcE,Wan, invitation to Westfield thankoffer- ing meeting. Mrs. Tom Armstrong had charge of the chapter in the study book, After singing another hymn Mrs. Jefferson closed the meeting with prayer. The Ladies' Aid meeting was in charge of Mrs. Tom Armstrong. A Psalm was read in unison, A hymn was sung and Mrs, Ray Hanna read the lesson, "We All Need Each Other", A hymn and prayer by Mrs. Armstrong closed the meeting. Mrs. John 'Hildebrand invited the ladies to her home for the October meeting. Surprise Party on 25th Anniversary FORDWICH — Neighbours and friends gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Connell on the occasion of their 25th anniver- sary. The Connelis were taken completely by surprise, Their friends first gathered for a charivari and the rest of the evening was spent in a social way. They were presented with a lovely gift. MUSIC SUPERVISOR IS WEST SPEAKER FORDWICH—The 'Women's In- stitute met in the Community TTell on Tuesday night with Mra. Anson Demerling, president in charge. Mrs. Fred Hambly had devotions. Roll call was answered by 36 mem- bers with "A school day I re- member", which brought forth some happy and some not so happy answers, Mrs, William Kato gave the motto "In education we are striv- ing not to teach youth to make a living, but to make a life". An invitation was received from the Lakelet Institute to attend a one- day short course, "Catering to Crowds". The guest speaker was Miss Jean Campbell of Listowel, supervisor of music in public schools. She told how much this education helps the child. Mrs. John Craig presented her with a gift. Committees were chosen to help at the fair, Oct. 1st. Mrs. Harold Pollock presented a skit and a social hour was spent when four members served a lovely lunch. Sister Passes in Calgary Hospital BELGR.AVE--There passed away in Calgary General Hospital, Fri- day, September 23, Annie Catherine Noble in her 76th year. Mrs, Noble was born in Morris Township, the daught4r of the late Joseph Gras- by and Annie Cade. In January, 1910, she married W. John Noble, of High River, Alberta, who predeceased her in 1929. She was also predeceased by one son, Frank, in February of this year, and one grandson, Wayne Noble, in 1958, She is survived by a daughter, Margaret Lawson, of Calgary, and one son, Harry, and one grandson, Frank Noble, of High River, Alta. Two brothers also survive, Martin Grasby, of Belgrave, and Harry Grasby, of 'Morris Township. Funeral services were held in High River, September 26th,