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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1962-12-28, Page 6A Time to Reflect in this final week of the old year we might ail do worse than look back over the past twelve months and ponder upon the blessings that have been ours. It is possible that 1962 did not bring you a million dollars . . . certainly it didn't make you any younger. It added a few more gray hairs and stiffened your joints just a fraction. But there are quite a few items on the other side of the ledger too. For instance, that little squabble over missile bases in Cuba. Let's not forget that we could very easily have been so much atomic dust by this time. THE WINGHAM ADVANCE -TIMES Published at Wingham, Ontario Wenger Bros, Limited W, Barry Wenger, President Robert O. Wenger, Secretary -Treasurer Member Audit Bureau of Circulation Authorized by the Post. Office Departmen- as Second Class Mali and for payment of postage in cash Subscription Rate: One Year, $4.00; Six Months, $2.25, in ad- vance; U.S.A., $5.00 per year; Foreign rate, $5.00 per year Advertising Rates on application Special Music Far Christmas In spite of the weather, a large congregation enjoyed the Christmas services in Wingham United Church, which were con- ducted by the minister, Rev. C. M. Jardine. Assisting in the morning service and reading the lesson was John Crawford, son of Mr, and Mrs. J. H. Crawford of Wingham. John is a third year student in Theology at Emmanuel College in Toronto, and when graduated, will be ordained into the ministry of the United Church of Canada. Mr. Jardine, spoke from the text, "Unto You is Born a to a more pleasant mood we should also recall that we had a Jong and en- joyeble summer. it started early in the year and the nice weather lasted weeks longer than usual. Most of us were pretty prosperous this year. Business remained brisk and we had no unemploy- ment problems to worry about in our area. Our town progressed steadily. New homes were built, a new school was ap- proved, our parks were expanded, streets were paved, a new front was started for the arena. We do have a lot to be thankful for, and in our thankfulness we are not for- getting the homes were tragedies have separated loved ones. The past year has indeed brought its losses and misfortunes to some. Let us face the new year with courage, yes even with optimism, in the determin- ation that we will right a few more wrongs and be a bit more concerned for those who are not as fortunate as our- selves. This world can be a wonderful place for those who are really seeking the best it has to offer. Every Place." A duet, "A Burst of Heavenly Music," from Misses Judy Callan and Bonnie Jardin; a solo, " The Virgin Slumber Song" by Mrs. J. W..,_. Callan and a double trio, "Angels We Have Heard on High by Mesdames Tom Jardin. A Rintoul, N. Keating, Roy Bennett, J. W. Callan and Don Lloyd, all added to the joyous Christmas music. Mr. Jardine extended seas- on's greetings and words of wel- come to the congregation and friends. Baskets of white chrysanthe- mums and red carnations, pot- ted poinsettias and lighted can- dles provided a suitable setting for these special services. Saviour." He followed the journey of Joseph and Mary from Nazareth to Bethlehem, and to the birth of Jesus in the manager. This commonplace birth showed the relationship between God and man, when a Saviour was offered to the world. And so Christmas is a time of remembrance, that Jesus was born for us. It is not wholly a time of doing and giving, but a time when we must bring forth our greatest gift, that of our- selves, and present our lives to Him. Special music was provided by the three choirs, under the direction of H. C. Treneer, organist and choir master. In the morning Ken Wood took the solo in the anthem, "Behold I Bring You Good Tidings, " and the men of the senior choir sang, "Infant So Gentle," The beau- tiful solo "Gesu Bambino, " was given by Mrs. George Guest. In the evening, a Christmas carol service was held when several old carols were sung, and enjoyed. The minister told the story of " The Black Shepherd." The senior choir had two anthems, "Good Christ- ian Men Rejoice" and " Break Forth, 0 Beautious Heavenly Light," and the junior choir sang the carol, "Come and Worship," while the intermed- iate choir gave ,"Joy Is Now In Annual Concert At Baptist Church Pot Luck Supper At Final Meeting WRQXETER,-The Friendship Unit of the 1J, C, W. of the Wroxeter United Church held the final meeting of 1962 in the church parlours. Mrs. Jas. Sanderson, Mrs, Archie Miller and Mrs. George Galbraith were in charge of the program and Mrs. Jas. Doig presided at the piano.. The Scripture, read by Mrs. Sanderson, was from Isaiah and Mrs. Miller led in prayer. A very heart searching article was read by Mrs. George Galbraith entitled "What Does Christmas Mean To You?" Mrs. Sander - soh told the life story of Isaac Watts, who wrote one of ow most loved Christmas carols. "Joy to the World" . Two inter- esting articles were read by Mrs. Miller, "Religion in Life" by Padre Young of Guelph and Woodside Windows" by Ethel Chapman, Christmas carols were interspersed throughout, The unit leader, Mrs. San- derson, conducted the business. Mrs. Stewart Higgins read a very good financial report of the unit and Mrs. Herb Patter.- son atterson read a splendid report in connection with the unit's sun- shine program. She requested that anyone knowing of wedding Wilmer Harcourt's girls. The four young peoples' classes presented the two act play, "There Is No Room", which was greatly enjoyed by all. Deacons Merrill Cantelon and Wilmer Harcourt presented Rev. and Mrs. Sinclair with a sum of money from members and adherents in the congrega- tion. A bag of candy and gift were presented to each scholar. The evening program closed with the benediction by Rev. Sin- clair. The annual Christmas pro- gram of the Wingham Baptist Sunday School was held in the church, Tuesday evening of last week. The program began by all joining in singing several famil- iar carols and the reading of two verses of Scripture from Isaiah 9:6,'7, followed by prayer by the superintendent. The nursery class, under the leadership of Mrs. Reg. Collar and Mrs, Roy Burchill sang "Away in a Manger" and"Run- ning Over". A Christmas acros- tic by Mrs. Bill Stapleton's class was then enjoyed. Jack Currie's boys presented an exercise entitled " His Name Is Jesus" and the girls in Mrs. Iohn Kerwin's class had an exercise called "A Favourite Gift". A recitation "Christmas Presents" was given by Donald Collar. A dialogue, "Gifts for the King" was given by the girls in Mrs. Merrill Cantelon's class, followed by an exercise and song by Mrs. Geo. Hotch- kiss' class called "Oh How We All Love Him" . An interesting playlet, "In a Manger", was given by Mrs. (ANGLICAN) ingtjam Rev. C. F. Johnson, L.Th. - Rector Mrs. Gordon DavidsOn - Organist SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 30 10.00 a.m.—Sunday School 11,00 a.m.—Morning Prayer St. Paul's Concert Held Last Week anniversaries, births er deaths among members, report toher. The nominating committee composed of Mrs: Patterson and Mrs. Higgins brought in the slate of officers for 1963; Leader, Mrs. Archie Miller; assistant, Mrs. Jas. Sanderson; secretary, Mrs. Howard Wylie; assistant, Mrs. Allan Munro; treasurer, Mrs. Stewart Higgins; press rep., Mrs. Gilbert Howes; pianist, Mrs. James Doig. At the close of the meeting a social hour was spent, all sitting down to a delicious pot- luck supper amid decorations in keeping with the Christmas season. St. Paul's Anglican Church Sunday School concert was held Tuesday evening of last week, with a large attendance of par- ents. Rev. C. F. Johnson wel- comed all, and the superinten- dent, Alvin Higgins was chair- man for the evening. Several carols were sung dur- ing the evening. A recitation was given by Lorna Wenger from the beginners' class and the beginners, under their tea- chers Mary Ahara and Wendy Cronkwright, sang "Away in a Manger." A recitation was given by Joanne Metcalfe. The primary class, whose teachers are Mari- lyn Higgins and Almajane El- liott, recited " The Babe of Bethlehem" and "Merry Christ- mas". A piano duet was play-' ed by Mary and Edith Austin. A recitation was given by Carol Higgins. The junior class, with Peggy Ahara as tea- cher, recited " The First Christ- mas". Karen Ritter and Christine Kregar sang "Merry, Merry Christmas Bells." Lynn Parkinson's juniors gave "The Seven Senses" and Laurie Deneau sang "Merry Christmas:' Dianne Deyell's class put on a play "Operation What", and recitations were given by Sally Lou Elliott and Susan Kreger. Mr. Higgins then showed a ten-minute film, "Toyland". All sang "Iingle Bells" and Santa arrived with, candy for the children. ST. HELENS Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Woods spent Christmas in Oshawa with Mr. and Mrs, Ray Hawley. Mr, and Mrs. Ken Grewar, Nancy and Bradley of Sudbury, Mr. and Mrs, Dan Rose and David of Newmarket, Mr. and Mrs. David Gilmour and Id-, ferny of Guelph were holiday visitors with Mr. and Mrs, Harvey Webb. Mr. Murray Gaunt, M,P.P., is spending the holiday with his parents Mr. and Mrs, An- drew Gaunt. Mt. Archie Aitchison is a patient in Wingham Hospital. WROXETER Christmas Theme At UCW Annual WROXETER-The annual meeting of the Willing Worker% p.C,W„ was held December 19th with Mrs. Fred Taylor, Mrs, John Fraser and Mrs. George Gibson in charge, The call to worship was given by Mrs, Gibson and the hymn "As with Gladness Men of Old" was sung followed by Scripture and payer by Mrs. W., T. McLean, The second Scripture lesson was given by Mrs. Fraser in story form on the birth of the Christ child. The origin of each of seven carols was given by Mrs. Gib- son and one verse cf each was sung. Mrs. Taylor sang a solo. Portions of Scripture were read, giving various names in the Bible referring to Christ. The ladies reading these were Mrs, Harry Adams, Miss Mina Bali, Mrs. John Fraser, Mrs. John Snell and. Mrs. Chas. McCut- cheon. Fifteen members and one visitor answered the roll call with a Christmas verse. A story, "The First Christmas" was read by Mrs. Gibson and It Came Upon The Midnight Clear" was sung. Business consisted of the sec- retary's and treasurer's reports. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Brown and family, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Brown of Wroxeter and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Brown and family of Gorrie spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Mont- gomery and Debbie of Bluevale, Mr. and Mrs. Bernell Smith and Blair of Listowel, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Gibson and son and Mr. and Mrs. John Sinnamon of Wroxeter were Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Ted Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Walk- er and Donald of Galt were Sun- day guests with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fussell Walker. Christmas visitors at the same home were Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Weppler, Chesley and Mr. Harry Walker, Atwood. Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Don McLaughlin were Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Brown, Essex, Mrs. J. J. McLaughlin, St. Mary's and Dr. Jenny Mc- Neil, Toronto. Visitors on the holiday with Mr. and Mrs. Art Wheeler were Miss Edith Wheeler, Sar- nia, Mr. and Mrs. George Car- diff and family, Brussels, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Taylor and Linda of Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Ridley had as their Christmas guests Miss Thelma Ridley and Mr. Pete Romphs, London and Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Oakley and family, Wroxeter. Mrs. Lloyd Jaques, Orange Hill and Mr. W. H. Dane, Gorrie, called on Mrs. W. Weir and Miss Gertrude Bush one evening last week. Mr. and Mrs. Orm Deaupre, Gross Point, Mich. , and Mr. and Mrs, Scott Hunter and fam- ily, Riverside, visited over the week -end with Mr. and Mrs, Vernon Hupfer, 30 Cheer Boxes Packed by 111.1. WROXETER—The December meeting of the W, I,_ was held at the home of Mrs, Allan Monro with Mra. W. T. Me - Lean in the president`s chair.. After singing the Institute Ode, the Mary Stewart Collect was repeated in unison. The eor- respondence, with several thank you notes was read. The report of the Guelph Area con- vention was given by Mrs. rhos Burke, A committee was appointed to pack the Good Cheer boxes, 30 being packed and a substan' tial donation was Sent to the Children's Aid Society at God- erich. Mrs. Wes. Newton gave the Christmas story and the different custor.ns in Brit lands. M the regular nteeti. on New Year's Day, it cided to hold the next on January 8th, And th euchre party for the ye be January 16th. A hu reading, "Why 1 Don't Early", was given by M T. McLean, The demonstration o made Christmas Gifts, Mrs, Wes. Heiuipel, w much enjoyed. Many ideas were explained. Wm. Wright thanked al had helped make the m a success. The national anthe Institute grace were fol lunch served by Mrs. A Munro and Mrs. Leslie Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Town- send and family spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Eloy Porter, Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. Don- ald Porter and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Porter and Donald of Lon- don visited at the same home. Narrow toads Where two cars could barely pass are being re- placed by wide freeways on which six or eight cars can collide at the same time. Membership is 19 with an aver- age attendance of 13 for 1962. Four members had perfect at- tendance, Mrs. Doris Adams, Mrs. W. E. Weir, Miss Ger- trude Busit, and Mrs. Harvey McMichael. Mrs. Rae Loutit and Mrs. Gibson have charge of January meeting. Pot luck suppers will be served for the first three meetings of 1963. Rev. Taylor pronounced the benediction and Mrs. John Fraser conducted two interesting contests. Lunch was served by ladies in charge. Personal N —Mr. and Mrs. Ralp mond and family were on Christmas and Boxin with his brother, Mr. a Alvin Hammond of Tor Other family visitors at same home were Mrs. Hammond of Listowel a and Mrs. Tom Dent of stock. —Mrs. Don Adams a Helen Casemore spent S with their parents, Mr. Mrs. McLean of Collin CKNX Radio ListenerWi Purity Flour Dream Priz ssii t tiIYI , s alliin■ i 4ebkr msesse OA itTrrirtTlrl ,,ii TT1"1'11:1, This is an especially happy Christmas for Mrs. Donna Harvey, of Owen Sou Mrs. Harvey's entry to the Purity Flour Jackpot, heard on CKNX Radio, w her this beautiful Consul Cortina car. Mr. G. W. Moore, Western Onta Supervisor for Maple Leaf Mills, is shown presenting her with the keys. In radio interview Mrs. Harvey, who has four children, said that she uses Pur Flour for all her baking including bread. She joined the big swing to Purity I summer and said that it always gives her successful results. 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