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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1961-02-22, Page 7vigfiatu cAbtrantrt WINGIIAM, 0/NIMBI°, WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 33, 1961 'MOS 'STORY ABOUT'. JAPANESE TEENAIIR BELGRAVE--The regular meet- ing of the Canadian GirlS in Train- ing opened with a hymn, and pur- pose followed by prayer in unison. Following the bitsinesa period, Ruth Michie and Helen Anderson conducted a sing-song. Mrs. J. H. Anderson read a Chan- ter from the mission study book. Linda Coulter read the call to war- Ship, followed by the hymn, "Dear Lord and Father of Mankind." Marilyn Taylor read the Scripture followed by prayer by Linda Caul- tee. Linda also read a story about a Japanese teenager. I The offering was received by I Joyce Procter and Doreen Pattison and dedicated. Following the hymn "Breathe on Me Breath of God," the benediction was read by Mar- ilyn Taylor. The meeting clused with "Taps." BLU.EVALE RINK—Pictured receiving their prises. Lloyd Caseinore (Sad) Jaelt Bowman (Skip) Alex from the Commending Officer, Group Captain -G. G. - Corrigan (Lead). inathieson. ace left to right: Harold Thomas (Vice) MORRIS FEDERATION WILL PROCEED Will TOWNSHIP PARK Institute Euchre DAY OF PRAYER AT UNITED CHURCH Is Well Attended STUDY ATTITUDES ON CHRISTIAN UNITY the occasion, Mrs. James Michie, of Bel,grave, is shown cutting the cake. To her right is Mrs. Herbert Wheeler, who has been active in the group for 49 years. Others in the picture are: left ter right, Mrs. Carl Proctor, secretary, Mrs. Richard Proctor, president and right, Mrs. Otto Popp, of Dungannon, district president. BELJJtAVP W.I. MARKS ANNIVERSARY—The fiftieth' anniversary of the Belgrave Women's Institute was marked at a special banquet in' the United Church basement in that village on Tuesday of this week,' The organization, which boasts some 35 members is still active after a half-century of service. The only charter member present for WILL CHANGE HAND$ ORIGINAL ELEVATORS BUILT IN THE 1880s GORRIE — Twenty-two tables GORRIE—The World Day ee were in play at the Women's In- Prayer was held in the Gorrie stitute euchre on Friday evening United Church on Feb. 17 at 3 p.m. in the community hall, Orokinole with over 40 attending. The con_ Was also played. gregations of the Anglican, Pres- Mrs. W. C. King was high lady. byterian and United Churches took Ernie Dinsmore had highest score part in a joint service with Mrs. for the men. Mrs. August Keil Bertha Plant, Mrs. Gordon Moir and Bill Strong received consol- ation prizes and Russell Nickel the and Mrs. A, L. Stephens as leaders, and Mrs. Harry Rhame, organist, lucky chair prize. Mrs. Leonard Sanderson gave an inspiring address, "Forward Through the Ages, Unbroken line". She said, "We must bring God's Kingdom into our homes as well as far away lands. God has a plan for Africa and we must help all we can", The voices of the countries were taken by Mrs. W. King and Mrs. L. Walker. Those taking part in the "In- tercessions" were Mrs. Gordon Un- derwood, Mrs. Harry King, Mrs. Burns Stewart, Mrs, Alex. Graham, MRS. RICH. PROCTER SPEAKS AT SERVICE BELGRAVE FESTIVAL DATES ANNOUNCED Suggest Taking Patients for Drive . BELCIRAVE-- Mrs. Ross Ander- son welcomed the, members of the BelgraveEvening Auxiliary of the Woman's Missionary Society of. Knox United Church to her home !on Tuesday evening for their regu- liar meeting. The president, Mrs. a 0 l CliffordLogan, opened the meeting ith a bymn and a Litany, The' inutes -of the last meeting were Euchre Winners BELGRAVE®-Mrs, Carl Procter and Martin Grasby were the high prize winners at the regular week- ly euchre party held in the Com- munity Centre on Wednesday even- ing. There were 10 tables in play and the consolation prizes went to Mrs George Johnston and Mrs. Lewis Cook. Novelty prize winners were Mrs. C. H. Coultes and Earl Noble, Her- son Irwin will be convener of the prizes for the next party. GORRIE'—Plans were completed for the St. Patrick's hot supper and bazaar at the February meet- ing of the W.A. of St. Stephen's Church on Thursday afternoon, at the home of Mrs. Mabel Gilkinson. Ten members and four visitors were present. The ladles sewed and later Mrs. Bertha Plant, president, led in prayers and the litany. Roll call was answered by giving a favorite table 'blessing. Mrs. Earl Under- wood acted as secretary. Chapter five of the study book was taken by Mrs. Norman Wade and Mrs, Harry King and dealt with attitudes of the 'various de- nominations towards unity, The following statement on Christian unity was given at the 1858 Lam- beth conference, "We appeal to all our people to show 'a spirit .of unity and charity in their dealings with Christians, to respect other Christian churches, to refrain from harsh words, to seek to under- stand their life and doctrine; Above all we appeal to them to pray for Christian unity, that all believers may be united in the way Christ wills and by the means he chooses and to remember always that the nearer we draw to Christ, the near- er we draw to one another." Mrs. Edward Newton read of the World Day of Prayer sereticee lit which women of all denominations have • been participating for 40 years, as an example of working together. The Rev. E. C. Attwell eltssed the meeting with prayer and 'the hostess served lunch, Y.P.U. Entertains Visiting Groups BLUEVALE—Members of the Y.P.U. of the United Church en- GORRIE--The Gorrie Feed Mill, owned by Mr. Alvin Simpson, has been purchased by the Fordwich Feed Mill Ltd. , Possession will be given March 6. Mr. Simpson plans Mrs, Glad Edgar and Mrs. Clifford to continue operating his poultry Pyke. The ushers were Mrs. T. L. 'barn on Con. 10, Howick Town- 1V/chines and Mrs. Hector Ham- ship, ilton. ; Originally there were three wood- en grain elevators built in the 1880's. Later, about 1918, the Tate John Hueston erected the first chopping mill. .It burned down some years later and was rebuilt. by Mr. Hueston and his son Knowlson from whom it was pur- tertained Y.P.U. societies from chased by George Nichol, Listowel. Wroxeter, Brussels, Belm,ore, Donald Campbell, Listowel and Whitechurch, ,Belgrave and Teen- john Campbell, London, were alio water on the evening of Valentine's proprietors prior to' Alvin Simpson; Day. who came from the 'Atwood dis- , . . Kathleen Craig presided for the' trick.' rotir years' ago it was burn- study session and Susan Sellers ed and a new mill again erected.' gave the topic. A social time thl- lowed. BELGRAVE — The directors of Morris Township Federation of Agriculture and their wives held a meeting on Wednesday evening at the Brussels library, commencing with a turkey banquet. After the dinner a, business meeting was conducted by the president, Ross Smith, and secretary, Earl Ander- son. It was decided not to hold an annual meeting until the first week in November, and the present slate of officers will carry on until that time. It was unanimously agreed to go ahead with the township park, the following committee to see about this work: R. H. Coultes, chair- man; Stanley Hopper and Ted Fear, Fifteen dollars was voted to both Blyth and Brussels fairs and an additional $15.00 to the Belgrave School Fair. Gordon Greig, first vice-president and Elmer Ireland, second vice-president, of the Huron County Federation of Agriculture, were present and spoke briefly. Progressive euchre was played with high prize winners being Mr, and Mrs. Robert Grasby and con- solation prizes went to Mrs. Bob Coultes and Elmer Ireland. Follow- ing the euchre, Mr. and Mrs. War- ren Zurbrigg president, and Carl Hemingway, secretary fieldman of the Huron County Federation of Agriculture, each spoke briefly. BELGRAVE — The Belgrave Music Festival committee met on Wednesday afternoon in the Com- munity Centre, Harvey McDowell was named chairman; Ross Mann, vice-chairman, and Mrs. George Michie is secretary. The Festival will be held on May 4 and 5, in the Foresters Hall, Bel- grave, for the two day sessions and at night on the 5th in the Wing- ham District High School. Earl Terry, of London, will be the ad-. judicator. Belgrave Man Heads. Lodge HOMEMAKING CLUBS REGULAR MEETINGS Walter Scott, of Belgrave, was installed as W. Commander of Morris Scarlet Chapter following the annual election of officers at Belgrave on Thursday evening. Others installed were: Harvey Jacklin, Deputy Comm.; Bev. Wal- lace, Chaplain; Howard Blake, Scribe; .Henry Pattison, treasurer; Ernest Durnin, marshal; Wallace Bell and Gordon Carter, lecturers, and Alex. Nethery, herald.. The election and installation was conducted by John Gamble, Com- mander of HoWick Chapter. NEE Valentine Euchre GORRIE - The Gorrie L.O.B,A: No. 810, held their annual euchre party on Feb. 14, in the Orange Hall with 35 attending. . High winner was Mrs: Delbert Clegg. Mrs. Percy Ashton and Mrs. William Taylor tied sec- ond place. Mrs. Taylor won in the cut. Mrs. Edward Newton won the saucer prize. Former Residents Wed Fifty Years BLUEVALE—Mr. and Mrs. Ches- ter Pugh celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at their home in Dorchester on 'February 21st. Mr. Pugh was born in Bluevale and his parents, the late Mr., and Mrs. Joseph Pugh, lived for some years in Wingham. He is a retired railway employee and was stationed at the C.N.R. depot in Palmerston for a number of years. BLUEVALE — "Nimble Thimble Crew" 4-H Club held its fifth club meeting at the home of the leader, Mrs, Jack Nicholson, on February 18th, Following the 4-H pledge re- peated, members answered the roll call "One special feature in my record book." Some members cut out their dresses, others practised hemming, using the slip stitch and hemming using tape and slip stitch. The next meeting will be on February 25th. 0-0-0 BEL-GRAVE—The World Day of Prayer service was held in the Knox United Chruch on Friday afternoon with the Evening Aux- iliary of the Woman's Missionary Society of Knox United Chinch in charge. The call to Worship was read by Mrs. Clifford Logan, president of the Evening Auxiliary. The theme of the service was "Forward Through the Ages, in Unbroken Line,'" and the printed service was followed. The roll of the nations was read by Mrs. Harold Vincent and Mrs. Ted Fear. "We Come in confession and penitence" was read by Mrs. Jos, Dunbar, president of the Presby- terian WASS.. She was also .the leader in the part, "We come in assurance and dedication." The in- tercession was led by Mrs'. Clare VanCamp, president of the Trinity Anglican Church Guild. She was assisted by Mrs. Cora. McGill, Mrs. Lawrence Vannan and Mrs, J. H. Anderson, Mrs. Ross Anderson, Mrs. Edgar Wightman and Mrs. Jack McBurney. The address on the theme, "For- ward Through the Years, in 'Un- broken Line," was given by Mrs. Richard Procter, Mrs. Cameron Walsh and Mrs. John Nixon sang a duet, "God Speed the Light," accompanied by Mrs. George Johnston, who was or- ganist for the entire service, Mrs, James Coultes and Mrs. Sam Pletch were the ushers and took up the offering, which was dedi- cated. The singing of a hymn and the benediction by Mrs. Clifford Logan closed the service. SILENCE AND NU FOR INTERNAL PEACE MEMBERSHIP GROWING AT UNITED CHURCH a patient BELGRAVE New Bishop Will Conduct Services The Rt. Rev. Harold Apple- yard, D.D., Bishop of Georgian Bay and Suffragan Bishop of Huron Diocese, Will visit the , parishes of Blyth, Auburn and Bel-1 grave on Sunday. He will administer communion at Blyth at 10.30 a.m., conduct morning service at Auburn at 12.15 and a communion service in Bel- grave at 3 p,m. This is the first visit of the Bishop to the area, J. R. Taylor Presides At Federation Meet The East Wawanosh Federation of Agriculture met in the Belgrave aare:oaodbeaa4d4r4oz., on, Friday with John R. Tayler,- president, called theerneetin:g- reaerderatid Wel coined the new director, Miles Ste. Marie. The secretary read, the minutes of the last directors' meeting and they were adopted on motion of Wilfred Sanderson and Charles Smith. The Township Federation finances were discussed but no action was taken at the present time. Oliver Anderson stated that he would be in favor of an increase in federation levy providing the other townships in the county were on an equal basis. Elmer Ireland and the president, Mr. Taylor, outlined the hog pro- ducers' vote nor directors on March 6th - in the Legion Hall, Clinton. and also requested every hog pro- ducer to get out to vote. Elmer Ireland reported that he had made 22 calls on farmers in the sale of fame shares which were most gratifying. A motion by Oliver Anderson and William Gow that the secretary forward a cheque to Carl Hem- ingway for $3.00, payment for 20 copies of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture annual meeting was approved. Mrs Taylor invited the directors to his home for the next meeting. Motion to adjourn was made by Miles Ste. Marie and George John- ston. read by Mrs. Kenneth Barbour in the absence pf Mrs, Clarence Hanna, Mrs, James R. Coultes gave the tinanciel statement, It was decided to make another quilt to sell e and 'the March meet- ing will be held et the home of Mrs. J. H. Anderson, There will be ajbakes-eale held at that meeting. Logan placed the thought among the members, about visiting. with. or. taking out. fete a, drive,. in. the summer time patients in the heOpital ,who never gat , out and lre.Ve no one to visit with them, those going to the hospital to help with the sewing. in February were Mrs, Alan Dunbar, Mrs. El- doll Cook, Mrs. Cameron Walsh, Mrs, Bill Coultes, Mrs. Clarence anna and Mrs. 'Clifford Logan, Mrs. George Johnston, Mrs., Jas. . Coultes and _ Mrs, Sam Pletch were named a committee to look after the serving of the 50th an- niversary dinner for the Institute, Mrs. JaMes Coultes and her group will be in charge of ; the March meeting, The offering was received and dedicated. - Mrs. Alan Dunbar and her group were in charge of the worship, opening with a hymn, followed by the Scripture lesson read by airs. Roy McSween. Mee, Eldon Cook, Mrs. Harold Vincent and Mrs. Logan read parts of the worship and this part was closed with prayer by Mrs. Dresher and a hymn. The same group read from the study book, about radio and communications and schooling in Africa and India, e Mrs. Albert Bieman led in re- ereation and lunch of pancakes, cookies and coffee was served. Mr. and Mrs, Lloyd Taylor and family, of Sarnia, spent the week- end with Mrs. Orval Taylor and other relatives, Mrs. Laura Johnston. and George spent the week-end with Mrs. Gee, Johnston and Mr. and Mrs. Clar- ence Borho at Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Fear and family, of Wingham, visited on Fri- day evening With Mr, and Mrs, Ted Fear and with Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Lamont and family. The Fourth Line group of the WA of Knox United Church held a very successful bake sale on Sat- urday afternoon. It was in the form of an auction and they real- ized over $30.00 for their efforts. Mr. and Mrs, Jack Arnictrong, of Hamilton, spent the week-end With Mr. and Mrs. David Arm- strong and other relatives. GORRIE- Mrs. Hector Hamilton was hostess for the February meet- ing of the Woman's Association of Gorrie United Church. Mrs. Archie IrEwin hart charge of the worship service using Pslam 46:10 "ale stilt and know that I am God." Mrs, Kenneth :II astie gave readir4', "Silence and God". She. said, "Out of silence have come great thinkers and leaders. In this modern age of noise and herpes even if external quiet be impossible, internal need not be". Mrs. A. Irwin read a peens. "Eveningand Morning Pray," and closed the worshi;p prayer, Mrs. Gordon Meal-, president, conducted the business. It was decided to purchase two brass jardinieres for flower pedestals in the church and arlditioeal cutlery for the kitchen. The group's party will be held in the church .on March 15. Reports were given on Visitors Workshop. Mrs Wall Ed- gar read a poem "Friendship", The hostess and committee sere- ed refreshments, Mr. and Mrs. 'Allan Will and family of Kingsville spent the week-end with Mr. Justin Will. Mrs. Raymond Gowdy attended the Teachers' Conference held in. the Royal York Hotel from Friday to Sunday. Rev. W: D. Clark, Wingham, had charge of the services in the Gorrie-Wroxeter churches on Sun- day, owing to the illness of the minister, Rev. J. E. Clarke. Rev, W. D. Clark visited Mr. and Mrs. Roy 'Gowdy on Sunday. Jack King, Toronto, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and. Mrs. Frank King, Mrs. Clifford Cooke spent sev- eral days with Mr. and Mrs. Wiliam. Thompson of Toronto and also visited Mrs. James Wylie in. West- ern Hospital. Mrs. Jack Bennett is in Listowel Hospital. Mrs. William Thornton went to Toronto Sunday from where she will go by plane to Tampa, Florida, to visit her mother, Mrs, Carl Gregg. They will return home to- gether. Mr. Earl Cudmore, Brussels, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Bill Nay. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Toner and Mrs. Joseph Wood were supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Warrell, Fordwich on Saturday. Mr. Jack Musgrove, Walkerton, visited over the week-end with Mrs. Mabel Gilkinson. Mr. and Mrs. Max Abram, Palmerston, visited Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred King on Sunday. Tom Hustle, Toronto, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Ken, Hastie, Douglas Whitfield and Ray Dou- cett of Belleville, spent a. few days with Mr, and Mrs. Ewart Whitfield. COTTON CUT-UPS The fourth meeting of the Cotton Cut-Ups was held at the home of the leader, Mrs, Alex, Corrigan, on February 15th. The 4-H pledge was repeated and Elaine .Kirton introduced Mrs. Miller, the home economist, to the members, who were privileged to have her in attendance, The roll call and the minutes of the last meeting followed. Ideas for Achievement Day were discussed. Mrs. Corrigan showed a sample of gathering and explained assembling of the dresses. Nancy Taylor demonstrated putting in a zipper, The meeting closed with "The Queen," and the next meeting to be at Nancy Taylor's on Feb, 27th. 0 - 0 - 0 BLUEVALE BELLES The Bluevale Belles 4-H, home- making club met at the home of the leader, Mrs. Wm. J, Peacock, with all members present. The roll call was "A finish I am using on my dress." The girls practised ways of hemming a dress. They worked on stay- stitching their dresses and fitting them, Correct Posture MRS. CRAIfi SPEAKS AT PRAYER SERVICE Attend Convention GORRIE—Swart Whitfield. 'liar- old Pollock, Frank King, Robert Gibson, Arthur Gibson were in Toronto Monday attending the Rural Municipal convention, held at King Edward Hotel. BLUEVALE For Roll Call BELGRAVE—The fourth meet- ing of the Sixth Line Sewing Sis- ters was held at the home of Mrs, Siebie Muscheid on. Thursday even- ing with four girls present. The meeting Was opened with the 4-H pledge and motto, The minutes of the last meeting were read by Linda Coultes and the roll call Was answered by showing cor- rect standing tuid sitting positions. Mrs. Stanley Black demonstrated and explained stay stitching and read an article on posture. Some Of the girls have their dresses cut out and ready to stay stitch and baste. Mrs, Museheid served lunch of cake and hot chocolete at the end of the meeting, The next meeting will be held at the borne of Mrs. Black. BLUEVALE—Rev, W. R. Welsh presided at the annual congre- gational meeting at Bluevale United Church on February 17th, with a period of devotions. *A. two minute silence was observed in honor of those who had passed away during the year, Mrs. Arthur Shaw, Mrs. John Mustard, Mrs. Stanley Dar- ling, Mrs. Susan Owens, Mr. Robert Shaw, Mrs. William Brewer. Bert Garniss, clerk of session, reported 80 active families, 195 members, 17 being non-resident, and including 22 new members. The treasurer, Charles Johnston, gave an encouraging report, show- ing increased givings to the gen- eral fund, large expenditures on church property, and larger dona- tions to the M. and M. Fund, The sector plan had been successful. Reports from all the organizations of \ the church showed active in- terest and a satisfactory financial balance in each case. Elected 'to the session for a five year term were: Sperling Johnston (re-elected) and Charles Johnston. Elected to the Board of Stewarts for five years were Cart Johnston and James Johnston (both re- elected) Harvey Edgar and Borden Hall, Appreciation was expressed for the helpfulness of Rev. W. R. Welsh and Mrs; Welsh and to all the officers of the church and leaders in each &pertinent, At the close, of the meeting social hour Wes enjoyed. W.T. Family Night in Council Chamber On February 16th the eemeal Family Night turkey snippet of the Wingham Women's Institute was attended by 90, including mem- bers and guests. A short business meetine eesa conducted, after which a program was -enjoyed. Mrs, &tithe conducted a tele- vision skit. Mrs. N. Keeling pla-Y- ed a piano solo, Several' -Musical ninehers were rendered by, Mrs. Alex Corrigan, Mrs. Ti. Gerrie, Mrs. 9", Cruiek- shank, Mrs. Jew Schneider, Mrs. H. Elliott, Mrs. W. Made:fettle awl Mrs. S. Cowan, The meeting closed with the ShoWititg Of finite. Mrs. Elmer Sellers and Ricky were Toronto visitors last week. Mr. Howard Black, of Toronto, visited the Sellers home last week. Mr. and Mrs. y'loyd Moffatt and family, of Southeinpton spent the sy eek send With Mr. and Mrs, Burns Moffatt. George T. Thomson attended the funeral service for his uncle, the late Walter Hearn, at (-4oderich last week, no place hi a Christian society. Others taking part in the ser- vice Were: Mrs. Ross Mann, Mrs. Paymbrai Elliott, Mrs. Wm, Elston, Mrs. ,Carl Johnston, Mrs. 'W. J. Peacock, Mrs. John Wickstead, Misses Judy Bitten'and Mary Ho- bertsoll sang a duet "Keep on Peayieg", With Mrs, Nbrit Moffatt accompanists BLUEVALE—The World Day of Prayer was observed in Knox Pres- byteriati Church oh February 17th, with Mrs. 'Bernard Thomas, pres- ident of the W.M.S. of Knok Church and Mrs, Milton Fraser, president of the W.M.S. of the United Church, as leaders, Mrs. Mel Craig Was the Speaker. She said that the World's Day is observed in 140 countries and among many races. We should devote ourselves to bringing 'in God's Kingdom in view of the many people who have not heard the Gospel, The World's Council Of Churches and the Bible Satiety tire agencies for furthering this good Work, Racial prejantiee hese COMMANDING OFFICER, IIONOBED---Wartant mouries last Saturday night. Lt.-Cal, Oliver, second officers mid noti-edininisslefied ()Metre of the 21st right, is shown ateepting a cellerette from: the then Field Regiment liOnored their retiring eceninanding during the bturiquet. W.O. 1. Ales: Cesu'tgan, master officer, M. It Oliver, of ustowd, at a spettial of eatefinsides for the event is pletered at the right dinner ill the sergeants' Mess at the Wing$uini As- •