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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1963-12-19, Page 14Page 6 -- Wingham Advance -Times, Thursday, Dec. 19, 1963 WHITE GIFT SERVICE WAS HELD SUNDAY GORRIE—The White Gift ser- vice was held in the Gorrie United Church Sunday School room on Sunday morning and opened with quiet music by Lynda Johnston. Mrs. Lorne Robinson was in charge of the worship. Mrs. Norman Fairless gave the story, "If I Had Not Come". The junior class placed their white socks in the manger. Christmas carols were sung. Regular classes were then held. On Sunday, December 22 at 7.30 p.m. the Sunday School will present a candle lighting service. DO GIVE YOUR CAR A CHRISTMAS PRESENT MAY WE SUGGEST THOROUGH FRONT-END CHECK FOR AN EASIER CHRISTMAS RIDE. MOTOR TUNE-UP FOR MORE DEPENDABLE SERVICE DURING THE HOLIDAYS. EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK FOR QUICK, SAFER COLD WEATHER MOTORING. SNOW TIRES TO GET YOU ON YOUR WAY THROUGH SNOW AND SLUSH. "Keeping You Satisfied Keeps Us in Business" pN' S REIDM TEXACO SERVICE CENTRE Dial 357-3380 - Wingham Mrs. Underwood Elected Pres. at Annual Meeting GORRIE—Mrs. Gordon Under- wood nderwood was hostess for the annual meeting of the Women's Auxil- iary of St. Stephen's Church on Thursday afternoon. The meet- ing opened with prayers, led by the president. Roll call was answered with a verse from a Christmas card and a Christmas gift to the W.A. Mrs. Plant read the Scrip- ture. Mrs. Harry King read the minutes of the last annual meet- ing eeting and of last month's meeting. Financial reports were present- ed which were very encourag- ing. It was voted to give $50 to the general fund and a dona- tion of $15 for the budget. Rev. G. A. Anderson pre- sided for the election of offi- cers which are as follows: Presi- dent, resident, Mrs. Gordon Underwood; 1st vice, Mrs. Luella Sander- AYPA Plans for Christmas Party GORRIE—The regular meet- ing of the Anglican Young Peo- ple's Auxiliary was held in the basement of St. Stephen's Church on Sunday evening with 16 members present. The presi- dent, Sharon Hubbard, opened the meeting with prayer and a hymn. Carol Dinsmore read the Scripture. Kenneth Anderson read the minutes and Bryan Underwood gave the treasurer's report. It was decided to divide into three groups which will alternate to take charge of the program. The A.Y.P.A. plans to pre- sent a mock wedding at the Sunday School concert on Dec- ember 20 and the installation of officers will be held, Dec. 22. Sharon Hubbard led the dis- cussion on the New Testament. Andrew Allan, William and John Jacques were in charge of games and Judy King, Myrna Nuhn and Jas. 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FUEL OILS •Re2iArred Trade Mark FREE HOME HEATING SERVICE s Free Conditioning Scrvicc • Free 24-hour Emergency Scrvicc e You pay only for Oil and Replacement Parts to Frcc Annual Inspection Belgrave Co -Operative Association BELGRAVE, ONTARIO 1 — son; 2nd vice, Mrs. Harry King; sec, treas., Mrs. Geo. King; asst. sec. treas. , Mrs. R. T. Bennett; Dorcas sec., Mrs. Norman Wade; helpers, Mrs. E. Underwood, Mrs. B. Plant, Mrs. J. Dinsmore, Mrs. C. Ritchie; Little Helpers sec., Mrs. J. Dinsmore; social ser- vice, Mrs. B. Plant; pianist, Mrs. Harry King; auditors, Mrs. G. A. Anderson and Mrs, Nor- man Wade, A Christmas message was brought by the rector who spoke from Luke, "Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart." He said Mary was given certain information and she carried out her respon- sibilities. Mary witnessed the crucifixion, the resurrection and the ascension. After a Christthas poem was read by Mrs. Harry King, Mr. Anderson closed the meeting with prayer and benediction. A social hour was spent and the hostess served refreshments. Gorrie Personals Mr. and Mrs. Robt, Edgar, Dale and Diane, spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. John Edgar of Brampton. Miss Ruth Heinmiller spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. Walter King. Miss Heinmiller is travelling by plane to visit her sister, Mrs. John Kneale, of Vancouver for two weeks. On the return trip she will visit her brother, Mr. George Heinmiller of Winnipeg. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wade spent Monday in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. King Jr. Brussels, visited last Sunday at the home of Mr. Ed. Gilmar, Mr, Thos. Hastie, Toronto, spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hastie. Carol singers from Trinity Lutheran Church, Kurtzville, called on members in the vil- lage on Sunday. Mr. Douglas Whitfield, Ni- agara, is holidaying at his home. Mrs. Bertha Plant attended the wedding dinner of her grand- son, Mr. Glenn Plant and his bride, the former Donna Smith of Brussels, on Saturday eve - SPEAKER SAYS Children Don't Realize Meaning of Christmas GORRIE—The Women's In- stitute held its December meet- ing at the home of Mrs. Nor- man Wade. Mrs. Glad. Edgar gave the story of the origin of several Christmas carols which were sung, accompanied by Mrs. Harry Rhame at the piano. Roll call was a Christmas card for a shut-in. Mrs. Alex. Graham intro- duced Rev. J. S. Stewart of Junior Farmers North Huron W ins Debate GORRIE--The Perth and North Huron Junior Farmers' de- bate, "Resolve that the present system of school taxation is satisfactory" , was held in the Listowel High School on Tues- day of last week. The judges were from Wing - ham, Palmerston and Listowel high, schools, and declared North Huron Jr. Farmers the winners. The team was com- prised of James Spivey, John Wightman, John Stafford and Robert Higgins with Carol Rob- inson as the alternate. The Junior Farmers will hold a Christmas party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Stafford on Saturday. Gorrie News (Late for last week) Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Yuill and family of Brussels visited Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Stokes on Sunday. Messrs.John and Alex Sproal and Miss Mary Hehn of Wingham called at the same home in the evening. Miss Evelyn Anne Stephens, London spent the week -end with her mother, Mrs. A. L. Steph- ens. Miss Carol Keil of London visited over the week -end at the home of Mr. August Keil. Make Old Toys Look Like New Many a wooden toy has plenty of "play" left in it, but is cast aside because it looks a little battered. The life of such toys can be prolonged sim- ply by doing a little restoration job on them. Sometimes there arc cracks and holes that need filling and plastic wood is ideal for this purpose. A coat of high -gloss enamel in a bright color will complete the "just like new" look. HELPING SANTA In Northern Europe, where Santa Claus arrives on a white hope, boys and girls put out food for tate Horse. Molesworth and Gorrie Presby- terian churches who brought a Christmas message. He said Christmas is a hey day for bus- inessmen, and children of to- day do not realize that Christ- mas is Christ's birthday. This year give a gift to someone who won't give one back. A collection was taken in aid of Christmas boxes for shut- ins. Donations for boxes may be left at the home of Mrs. Alex. Graham. Lunch was served by the hos- tess, assisted by Mrs. Clarence Stokes, Mrs. Harold Keil and Mrs. Win. Strong. SANTA'S VISIT GORRIE-- On Saturday 170 children were on hand to greet Santa when he arrived in the village of Gorrie. Films were shown by Kenneth Edgar, Wrox- eter, and there were treats for the children. ning. Mr. and Mrs. Duff Bell, Brampton, spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. Alex Taylor. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Gowdy. Mr. and Mrs. Jas, Doig, Wrox- eter, called on Miss Lexie Brown of Clifford on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Ott, Listowel, visited Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Koch on Sunday. Next Sunday, Dec. 22 at 8 p, m, the installation of the youth organizations will be held in St, Stephen's Church. A social hour will follow. Every- one welcome. Save your used stamps from Christmas mail for the Bible Society and place them in the box in the United Church, They are collected by the Mese sengers. Governments working out tax -sharing plans must remem- ber that a taxpayer divided = against himself cannot stand it. orVlik l 011 ATTENTION LAST MINUTE SHOPPERS WE HAVE THOUSANDS OF GIFTS AT PRICES YOU WILL APPRECIATE. NAME BRANDS GOOD QUALITY GUARANTEED PRODUCTS Our variety surpasses most city stores . . . Come in and see and compare. We will accept post dated who won't be paid until 1 $ "IT PAYS TO SHOP AT HAYES" cheques from employees just before Christmas. OPEN UNTIL 10 P.M. CHRISTMAS EVE. HAYES FAMILY CLOTHING JOSEPHINE STREET PHONE 357-1700 2ereVe 411X 4114° We WO' 11,11 DECORATE YOUR HOME WINALEGIONAWARD ' 4 The Royal Canadian Legion, Wingham Branch 180, is offering these prizes: FIRST—$15.00 SECOND—$10.00 5 RUNNERS UP—$5.00 to residents of Wingham for best home or lawn decorations in the spirit of the Christmas Season. Many homes in Wingham are most beautifully decorated at the Yuletide, and the Legion wishes to encourage this custom. JUDGING WILL BE DONE ON ,�� Sunday, DECEMBER 22nd 4-