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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1965-12-16, Page 7Belrnore Personals A social gathering was held in the hall on Friday evening, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Boyd of the village. Games and contests were enjoyed, after which Mrs, Wilfred Johann spoke briefly and presented them with a mixette, a card table, and an envelope of money. Bill thanked everyone, and lunch was served by members of the United Church Women. Mr. and Mrs, Carl Douglas and Mrs. John Day of Wingham attended the Wingham Public School staff banquet held at the Blue Barn, near Listowel, on Friday evening. Mrs. T. P. O'Malley and Bill, Pat, Kevin, Larry and Paul, and Mrs. James Struthers and her grandchildren Heather, Debbie and Todd Struthers of Harriston, attended the annual Christmas party held for em- ployees of Campbell's Soups, in Listowel on Saturday. Friends were sorry to learn of the passing of a former resident of this area, Mrs. Joseph Vo- gan. Mrs. Vogan passed away on Sunday morning in Wingham and District Hospital. Services were cancelled in the local Presbyterian Church on Sunday, due to the treacher- ous driving conditions. Mr, and Mrs. Alan Graham and family of Lueknow were Sunday evening dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Ballagh and family. Mr. and Mrs, James Struth- ers and Mr. and Mrs. David Ire- land of Teeswater called on Sunday on Mr, Will Morton and Miss Mary Morton, both pa- tients in Durham Hospital, and later visited with Mr. and Mrs, Harold Morton and Mrs. Grasley, all of Durham. The condition of Mrs. Elmer Zinn is somewhat improved af- ter being seriously ill in K -W Hospital for a number of days. We hope the improvement con- tinues. BIBLE STORIES came to life during "Discovery Week" at the town hall last week when puppets were used to ad- vantage.—A-T Photo. Mrs. R. Ross Is Hostess For Christmas Meeting W HITECHURCH—Chalmers Presbyterian W.M. S. met at the home of Mrs. Robert Ross on December 7, with an attend- ance of 12 ladies and one child. Jack Alexander AUCTIONEER and Appraiser We handle Town and Farm Sales • Phone 357-3631 - Wingham �., 4•„m, .,,v„MM„�►„�,.�.11414•01,1711.14,4011114.0110.0411. JDE4IS Elt r� 1964 DODGE 4 -DOOR 8 Stick, Radio. 1964 PLYMOUTH 4 -DOOR 6 Auto., Radio. 1962 PLYMOUTH 4 -DOOR 8 Auto., Radio. 1961 RAMBLER 6 Auto., Radio. 1961 METEOR 4 -DOOR V8, Radio, Exceptionally clean unit. 1959 EDSEL 4 -DOOR Fully equipped, PS, PB etc., V8 Auto. 1964 FARGO 1/2 -TON EXPRESS 6 Stnd., One Owner, Radio. LEN CRAWFORD MOTORS Your Dodge - Plymouth - Chrysler - Valiant Dealer JOSEPHINE STREET WINGHAM Phone 357-3862 POLE LAMPS EXTENSION $1.00 PpE NOW The president, Mrs. V. Emer- son opened the meeting with a welcome and a Christmas poem. Mrs. Johnston Conn, leader of the group, presided for the Christmas service of worship as outlined in the Glad Tidings. Taking part were Mrs. Dawson Craig, Mrs. D. H. MacDonald and Mrs. Don Ross, pianist. Mrs. Johnston Conn gave the medi- tation, "What shall we give to God who has everything?" Gifts now are advertised "buy now, pay later". Is this the type of gift we give to God? Or do we give back if He gives to us? There are opportunities -- a criminal, the sick, sorrowful, poor, children, undernourished, all need your help and these you can befriend in the name of God. Mrs. Robert Ross led in prayer. The magic of Christmas Eve" was given by Mrs. Don Ross. This was a story of a sol- dier at Christmas time in the Holy Land, who decided to ac- cept Christ as his Saviour. A missionary's letter was read by Mrs. James McInnes. The minutes were read by Mrs. Russel Ross. The offering was received by David Ross and dedicated by Mrs. V. Emerson. It was decided to again have the meetings in the homes. Mrs. Wallace Conn gave a reading, "Plenty to Give" . The Ladies' Aid meeting fol- lowed. Mrs. H. D. MacDon- ald's financial report showed a balance of $71.21. It was de- cided to send $25.00 of trust money to Mrs. J. Richardson, Central America, to be used in mission work. The ladies have sold the log cabin cloth quilt they had quilt- ed. uilted. Plans were made for the lunch to be served at the Sun- day school concert, Dec. 22. WHITECHURCH Mrs. Claude Coffin, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Coffin and Dean of Kitchener and John Coffin of Galt were Sunday callers at their home here. REV. TONY CAPON, M.A., B.D., conducted "Discovery Week" at the town hall last week for public school children. Bible stories were told every day, some anima- ted with puppets and col- ored slides. TAKE PART IN PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Mr. and Mrs. Victor Emer- son were in Mildmay on Wed- nesday where Mrs. Emerson as- sisted the Mildmay Women's Institute entertain senior citi- zens of Mildmay and Carrick Township. She gave a humor- ous address on "Bells", con- cluding with the singing of "Jingle Bells" accompanied by the ringing of bells. There were 53 senior citi- zens in attendance of which about half were men. The old- est man present, Mr. Dahm, 91, played several accordion selections, while another sen- ior citizen step danced. Sever- al others took part in the pro- gram which concluded with a visit from Santa Claus who dis- tributed gifts to everyone. This is the second year the Mildmay W.I. has entertained the senior citizens and they find it very rewarding arid the attendance is increasing each year. Messengers Elect Officers WIIITECIIURCII--The Unit- ed Church Messengers mot on Sunday afternoon, during church service, in the Sunday School room. The president, John Cribb gave the call to worship and all sang "C) Little Town of Bethlehem". The Scripture was read by John Gibb, Brenda Rit- chie led in prayer. Stephen Ritchie received the offering, which was dedicated by Earl Thompson. Roll call was an- swered by 20 members. The minutes were read by Charles Thompson. Janet Sleightholm and Joyce Tiffin sang "Silent Night". The lead- ers Mrs. E. Sleightholm and Mrs. Clarence Ritchie told Christmas stories. The election of officers for 1906 had the following results: President, Joyce Tiffin; 1st vice, Milton Purdon; secretary, Thel- ma Purdon; treasurer, Janet Sleightholm; press, Earl Thomp- son; citizenship, Brenda Solo- man. 0 CURRIE' THREE FLOORS OF QUALITY - RNITURE. For CHRISTMAS TERMS! -- 2 PIECE — FRENCH PROVINCIAL Chesterfield Suite — BY HOUSE OF BROWN — R 04 A A •Deep Handtufted Back •Deep Foam Cushions •Nylon Damask Cover $2.79 WEEKLY $297 COMPANION CHAIR. By House of Braemore $5950 Choice of Colors •Deep Hand Tufted •Provincial Styling A DELIGHTFUL GIFT FOR ALL HI - FI BRASS STANDS 18" x 14" x 26" Special $5 39 HONDERICH CEDAR CHESTS 66.50 40" x 20" x 19" ROOM DIVIDERS 3 Shelves Walnut Arborite S23s5 CANDLE HOLDERS English Brass irt Decorative $ 9,5 Candles—$1.00 FOR THE FIRST Grandchild •Crib & Spring Mattress • High Chair •Chest of Drawers AFo� x($.49 Euchre Winners, Currie's School WHITECHURCH—Fifteen tables were in play at the pro- gressive euchre party at Cur- rie's School. Those receiving prizes were high lady, Mrs. Al- bert Coultes; high gent, Brad- ley Galbraith; low lady, Mrs. Bradley Galbraith; low gent, Jim Coultes; lucky draw lady, Mrs. Jack Burchill; lucky draw man, George Walker. The hosts and hostesses, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Coultes and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Currie serv- ed lunch. The next party will be held the first Friday in Janu- ary when the supervisors willbe Mr. and Mrs, Lynn Morrison, Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Gal- braith. As usual the "small fry" en- joyed themselves playing games in the basement which means there is enjoyment for every- one. Belgrave Mr, and Mrs. Alex Nethery (June Irwin) and family of Bur- lington visited with her parents, Mr. and Mrs, H. Irwin over the week -end and with other friends in the vicinity. The December meeting of the Belgrave Women's Institute will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 21 in the community centre at 2:15 p.m. Convener, Mrs. Ar- thur Jackson. A Christmasdra- ma will be presented and there will be carol singing. Lunch will be provided by Mrs. C. Purdon, Mrs. C. McGill, Mrs. J. Wheeler. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fear and family spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Nixon and Cindy of Stratford. The C. G.I. T. vesper ser- vice will be held this Sunday evening. KINDERGARTEN SETS $8.95 Extra Chairs $2.98 Book Cases Walnut with 29° glass door 23"x12"x45" T.V. Rockers $34.50 t° $41.95 RECLINER CHAIRS $86.50 to $107.50 Beautiful Naugahile 8 PIECE KITCHEN GROUPING 597.50 •Table 36"x48"x60" •5 Chairs •Step Stool •Chrome Rocker Terms—$1.85 WEEKLY Wingharn Advance -Times, Thursday, Dec, 16, 1905 -- Page '7 Mrs. Jos. Vogan Mrs. Wm. Griffith Buried Tuesday Funeral Monday Mrs. Joseph Vogan, 82 Vic- toria St., Winghani, died Sat- urday evening in Wingham and District hospital. Mrs. Vogan, who was in her 85th year was hospitalized after a fall on Oc- tober10. She was the eldest daughter of the late Nathaniel I larris and Lucy Marsh and was born in Carrick Township April 4, 1881. She married Joseph Vogan on January 18, 1905. They farmed on lot 5, concession 3 Carrick until they moved to Wingham in 1950. Mr. Vogan prede- ceased her in 1959, Mrs. Vogan had been an ac- tive member of McIntosh Unit- ed Church. She had worked with the Mission Band and the Women's Missionary Society, of which she was a life member, She is survived by three sons, Harry of Moncton, N.13., Bruce of Toronto and Ross of Stratford, and five grandchildren. A daughter, Lillian predeceased her in 1944. Rev. C. M. Jardine con- ducted funeral service at the R. A. Currie & Sons funeral home on Tuesday afternoon withtem- porary entombment in the cha- pel at Wingham Cemetery. Burial will be in McIntosh Cem- etery. Pallbearers were John Doig, George Harper, George Nickle, Oliver Dustow, Everett Dustow and Alex Inglis. The grand- children were flower bearers. BOUNCING BOBBINS WROXETER--The seventh meeting of the Bouncing Bob- bins was held at the home of Mrs. Andy Gibson. The 4-H pledge and motto were said and the group decided on a Christ- mas party when mothers will be guests. Seven members an- swered the roll call. The leaders showed how to make a buttonhole and sew on lace. Relatives in Howick were saddened by the passing in Tor- onto on Saturday of Mrs, Wil- liam (Iva) Griffiths, who was 85 years of age. She was born on April 12, 1880 in Maryborough Twp., a daughter of the law William Fleet and his wife, Ruth Bacon. Iter husband, William Griffith, died several years ago. Surviving are two sons, Gor- don of Toronto and Lloyd of Ilowick; one daughter, Mrs. Michael (Lenora) Telehus, Tor- onto; five brothers, John, Lloyd and Billiard of Toronto; Blake of Ilowick Twp. and William of Simcoe; and two sisters, Mrs. Ida Swance of Mitchell and Mrs. Chas. (Lorna) Small, How - ick. There are 10 grandchild- ren and six great-grandchildren. Service was held at the Moir funeral home in Gorrie on Mon- day at 2 p.m. with interment in the Wroxeter cemetery. Rev. Wilfred J. 1 Iird had charge of the services. Howick Lions Bingo Winners WROXETER--Mrs. Lyle Gei- ger, Wroxeter; Nancy Riley, Wingham; Mrs. Harvey Brad- shaw, Wroxeter; Pamela Riley, Wingham; Nancy Riley; Mrs. Ferguson Riley, Wingham; Mrs. Lyle Geiger, Wroxeter; Mrs. Ferguson Riley; Mrs. DickJack- lin, R. R. 2, Bluevale; Tony St. Marie, R.R. 1, Bluevale; Mrs. George Hislop, Sr., R. R. 2, Wroxeter; Mrs. Wm. Wade, Wroxeter and Mr. Roy Hunter, Wingham. Specials: David Jameson, Listowel; Nancy Riley and Mrs. Ken Edgar, Wroxeter; Ferguson Riley. Jackpot, Mrs. Oliver Ri- ley, Wroxeter. There will be no more bin- gos until January 7. Business and Professional Directory WINGHAM MEMORIALS GUARANTEED GRANITES CEMETERY LETTERING REASONABLE PRICES Buy Direct and Save Bus. Ph. 357.1910 Res. Ph. 357.1015 AMBULANCE SERVICE CALL — S. J. WALKER PHONE Day - Night 357-1430 Frederick F. Homuth Phm.B., R.O. Carol E. Homuth, RO Mrs. Viola H. Homuth, RO OPTOMETRISTS Phone 118 HARRISTON - ONTARIO BUTLER, DOOLEY, CLARKE & STARKE Chartered Accountants Trustee in Bankruptcy Licensed Municipal Auditor 2nr1 Floor, PI C Building Cor. Josephine & John Sts, WINGHAM, Dial 357-1561 A. H. McTAVISH BARRISTER, SOLICITOR and NOTARY PUBLIC Teeswater Ontario Tel, 392-6873, Teeswater Wroxeter—Every Wednesday afternoon, 2-4 p.ni., or by appointment P. D. Hemingway, D.C. CHIROPRACTOR Professional Office Building LISTOWEL, ONTARIO For Appointment: Phone 1650, Listowel Pearson, Edwards & co. Chartered Accountants P. R. PEARSON Trustee in Bankruptcy 306 JOSEPHINE STREET WINGHAM - Tel. 257-2891 Gaviller McIntosh & Ward Chartered Accountants Resident Partner J. E. Kennedy, C.A. Opposite Post Office Dial 881-3471 - Walkerton Crawford& Shepherd Barristers, Solicitors, Etc. J. Harley Crawford, Q.C. Norman A. Shepherd, M.A., LLB. WINGHAM, ONTARIO Dial 357-3630 nOtallemaa J. T. GOODALL BARRISTER, SOLICITOR NOTARY, Etc. 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