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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1964-02-06, Page 3The television influence: "Sorry, the doctor can't see you this afternoon — he's rehears - mg. A dog te,aclie,s a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times before lying down. It seems a shame when so. many things we'd like to do are sinful, that it should also be wrong to do nothing. (AN D INFLUENCE VALENTINES) The finest in JEWELLERY CRYSTAL POTTERY ENGLISH CHINA GIVE YOUR VALENTINE A DIAMOND . . . Look over our fine selec- tion made by such famous names as Blue Bird, Col- umbia, Tru -Fit. See our beautiful assort- ment of genuine BLUE MOUNTAIN POT- TERY — Bookends - Vases Ash Trays. When it comes to writing, come to SHAEFFER'S Stop in and look over our various models on display. OTHER VALENTINE SUGGESTIONS FOR HER— Star sapphire ring Crystal beads French purse Hair dryer Manicure set Clock radio VALENTINE SUGGESTIONS FOR HIM— Electric shaver Pocket lighter Desk set Travel Clock Binoculars Cuff links, Tie tack 1 HAFERPI EH 1 *S \,\7\d"."11)„"1 WINGHAM EWELLERY PHONE 357-2670 Mrs. John Farrell Is UCW Hostess BELMORE—The first U.C.W. meeting of 1964 was held at the home of Mrs. John Farrell in Belmore on Wednesday. Mrs. Harry Mulvey was in charge of the meeting and conducted the opening worship service. Mrs. Bill Mulvey gave an interesting reading, Mrs. Alex Sangster read from the study book, "As Asia Goes'', and an- other chapter from "The Word and the Way" was given by Mrs. Tom Abraham. The new president, Mrs. Wilfred Johann, conducted the roll call which was a verse on prayer. In a short service of dedication Reverend Pace in- stalled the new officers for the year. They are: Pres., Mrs. Wilfred Johann; vice-pres., Mrs. Earl Fitch; sec., Mrs. Joseph Simmons; treas., Mrs. Leonard Metcalfe. The ladies made plans for the World Day of Prayer service to be held in Belmore United Church on Feb. 14. Mrs. Mulvey closed the meeting with prayer. Mrs. Short Was Former Resident GORRIE--Mrs, Thos. Short passed away Wednesday, Janu- ary 29, at the Wellington Coun- ty Home near Fergus. She was the former Margaret Jane Mc- Kelligan and was born October 10, 1878 in Howick Township. She had resided in Gorrie over 60 years before going to Fergus three years ago. Thomas Short, whom she married December 21, 1898, predeceased her June 13, 1960. Surviving are one son Lawrence of Fergus, two grandchildren and one great grandchild. A daughter, Myrtle, predeceased her March 17, 1961. She was a member of the St. Stephen's Anglican Church and the Woman's Auxiliary. Funeral service was held at St. Stephen's Church Friday, con- ducted by the Rev. George A. Anderson. Pallbearers were Alex. Ed- gar, John Hutchison, Chester Bennett, Jos. Bennett, Harold King, Norman Wade. Interment was in Gorrie cemetery. Library Reports Show Circulation Increase BLUEVALE—The annual meeting of the Bluevale Public Library was held in the library last Wednesday. The presi- dent, Mrs. Bert Garniss, pre- sided. Rev. T. E. Kennedy opened the meeting with pray- er. The financial statement was encouraging. It was decided to hold open house to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the li- brary, some time in May. De- finite arrangements will be made later. A motion was recorded to spend $75.00 on non-fiction FOR HOOVL'R WEEK ONLY IT FLOATS ON AIR! No pulling, no tugging, won't mark floors. Full one h.p. twin fan motor. Large dependable bag. Double stretch hose. Complete set of attachments and conven- ient tool rack. ONLY -- $49.95 Electric Motor Rewind- ing and Repairs. Commercial, Industrial and Domestic Wiring. RKE Felt pads s Wax applicators Lambs' wool pans Model 5338 s HOOVER 2 -BRUSH FLOOR POLISHER Self levelling brushes. Complete with full set of pads. ONLY -- $27.77 Authorized Sales and Service Depot for— LELAND, WAGNER, GENERAL ELECTRIC, TAMPER AND BROOKS. JOSEPHINE STREET - WINGHAM LECTRI PHONE 357 2450 and reference books. The library supplies 32 families with books. Circula- tion for 1963 was 2121, an in- crease of 143 since the previous year. Mrs. George Hetherington moved a vote of thanks, which was carried, to Mrs. Harry Elliott for her work as librarian, secretary -treasurer, and care- taker. The meeting was closed with prayer by Rev. G. C. Mitchell. The ladies served refreshments and a social hour was enjoyed. The following are officers and board members: President, Mrs. Bert Garniss; sec. -treas. and librarian, Mrs. Harry El- liott; auditor, Mrs. A. D. Smith; board members, Rev. T. E. Kennedy, Rev. G. C. Mitchell, Mrs. Gordon Mun- dell, Mrs. Jas. Johnston, Miss Ruby Duff, Mr. Geo. Hether- ington, Mr. J. V. Fisher, and Mr. Geo. Thomson. Injured in Car Accident WHITECHURCH--Word was received here that Charlie Falconer and daughter Mary, of Glamis, were in a car acci- dent Saturday evening during the snow storm. Charlie was hospitalized with facial cuts in Kincardine Hospital and Mary was taken to a London Hospital with her leg broken above the knee. She is now in traction. We wish them a speedy recovery. Gorrie News The Women's Institute will meet at the home of Mrs. Ray- mond Gowdy on February 11 at 8.30 p.m. Roll call, "How television affects my life". Panel discussion. The W. I. realized $100.00 on Saturday at their smorgas- bord supper in the Gorrie Com- munity Hall. Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Don- nelly of Brampton spent Sun- day with Mr. and Mrs. Ken Ha stie. Mr. and Mrs. Alan Under- wood, Debbie and Kathy of Uxbridge, spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Under- wood and relatives at Kincar- dine. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Strong and Jill spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Blythe of Milton. Little Jean Blythe returned to Milton with them after spending a couple of weeks with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Hastie. Mr. Alex Strong of Guelph spent the week -end with his mother, Mrs. John Strong. Secretary to friend: "I think the' boss' cold is better today — he's making a list of suspects who might have given it tohirn Wingham Advance -Times, Thursday. Feb. 6. TRUCK IN DITCH, DRIVER UNHURT 1964 — Pa$e 3 GORRIE--Qne of Hyndman's Transport tractor trailers skid- ded on the icy road Saturday morning near Clifford, and up- set into the ditch. Carl Dick- ert, truck driver, was uninjur- ed. The trailer was loaded with 675 bags of fertilizer. CHILD BAPTIZED LAKELET—A baptismal ser- vice was conducted in the Mc- Intosh United Church on Sun- day morning when George Ro- bert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mac Inglis, was baptized. McBeI Club Met Tuesday LAKELET-- The January meeting of the McBel Friend- ship Club was held at the home of Mr, and Mrs. John Ruther- ford on Tuesday evening. Mrs. Norman Newans con- ducted the meeting which in- cluded the hymn, "Jesus Lover of my Soul", a Scripture read- ing by John Rutherford, follow- ed by a reading by Mrs. Wil- fred Johann based on the theme, "For I have learned in whatso- ever state I am therewith to be content", Phil. 4, 11. Prayer was offered by Mrs. John Rutherford. The remainder of the eve- ning was spent in games and contests and lunch was served. The meeting closed in the usua: way with the joining of hands and the repeating of the Miz- pah benediction in unison. LAKELET NEWS Mr. and Mrs, Norman Mc- Arthur and Mrs. Scott from Creemore were Sunday guests of Mr, and Mrs. Mac Inglis. Mr. Alfred Filsinger, Mr, and Mrs. Delmar Dickert and family, Mr. George Inglis and Miss Frances Inglis visited with Mr. and Mrs, Jack Inglis on Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Zur- brigg visited with Mr. and Mrs. Roszell of Fergus on Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Toner of Gorrie visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wood on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Klein and family of Neustadt visited with Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Dick- ert on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Zur- brigg motored to Winthrop on Thursday and visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Campbell. Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Don- aldson and family of Drew were Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. Robert McComb. PRIZE WINNERS AT WI EUCHRE WROXETER—Ten tables were in play at the bi-weekly euchre, convened by Mrs. Har- vey Timm and Mrs. Leslie Douglas, and sponsored by the Wroxeter W.I. last Wednesday evening. Prize winners were: Ladies' 1st, Mrs. Jos. Simmons; 2nd, Mrs. Wm. Taylor; gent's 1st, Bill Brown; 2nd, Mrs. Allan Munro; special bingo, Mrs. George Hislop. A husband is really broken in when he understands every- thing his wife isn't saying. VISIT YOUR ELECTRIC HEATING INFORMATION CENTRE PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT DID YOU KNOW THAT THE FOLLOWING HAPPENS IN THE AVERAGE PASSENGER CAR ENGINE EVERY 5,000 MILES OF OPERATION? Points open and close 4,500,000 times. Plugs fire 7,000 times, Cable delivers 675,000,000 volts. Coil delivers 45,000,000 charges of 15,000 volts each. Carburetor mixes 1,405,000 cubic feet of air with 420 gallons of gasoline. Rotor revolves 7,500,000 times. Speedometer cable revolves 5,000,000 times. HOW OFTEN DO YOU CHECK THE POINTS, PLUGS AND AIR FILTER? DRIVE IN TODAY! DOWNIE'S SUNOCO SERVICE STATION JOSEPHINE & PATRICK STS. - PHONE 357-1554 "MORE for YOUR MOTORING DOLLAR"