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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1966-02-17, Page 2MISS ELAINE MOFFAT, R. R. 1, Wingham, is shown on the deck of Home Line's luxury liner, "S. S. Homeric," just before sailing from New York Harbour, bound for a vacation cruise to the capitol of the Bahamas, Nassau.— Courtesy of Home Lines. 111111111111111111 1/1 11/111111111111111 lllllllllllll 1111 1/ lllllll 11111111111111111/111 lllllllllll 1111 llllll 1 llllllll 1 lllllll 11111111 United Church Women Ask For Old Nylon Donations VANCE' HEALTH and HYGIENE SALE WILL SAVE DOLLARS ON EVERY DAY HEALTH NEEDS VITAMIN A and D CAPSULES HALIBUT LIVER OIL, 100s, 49c • ... 2/95c I.D.A. Delicately Scented COLD CREAM SOAP, reg. 2/29c. .4 cakes 49c I.D.A. 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LIQUID VITAMINS $2.49 SNOW WHITE-400s, reg. 29c box IDAVITE FACIAL TISSUES. .2 boxes 49c CAPSULES, 30s.1.95; 100s .4.95 PRICES EFFECTIVE UNTIL FEB. 19th TOILET TISSUE WHITE or COLORED Reg. 2 rolls 29c 10 Rolls $ 1.00 S i3LL'EVALF—The February meeting of the IV,M.S,of Knox Presbyterian Church was held at the home of Mrs. B. II, Moffatt with 13 ladies and five children present. Mrs. Wm, Robertson presid- ed•and opened the meeting with the call to worship followed le) prayer. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. The ladies were reminded or the World Day of Prayer on February 25th at a p.m, Those taking part from this church are Mrs. W. Robertson, Mrs. Ber- nard Thomas, Mrs. Harry El- liott, Mrs. Alex McTavish and Mrs. Wm. Elston. The supply fund for the W , M.S. was discussed and it was decided to send money only for next year. The roll call was answered with a verse using the word, 'faith". The treasurer's report was read and adopted. Mrs. Wm. Elston had charge of the worship service. The Bible study was based on Exodus 19, and Isaiah 43. The new study was "Christians Calling". The ladies had a short quiz on books of the New Testament. Mrs. Gordon Ross led in prayer. The meeting closed with the oenediction and lunch was sery- ad and a social time followed. BLUEVALE Rev. 0. C. Mitchell, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Lloyd Taylor, Miss Stapleton and Mrs. George Hetherington spent a day in London last week. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Marks, of Brampton, visited Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Taylor at the week- end. Mr. Nelson Reid was a pa- tient in Victoria Hospital, Lon- don, and has returned home. Mr. Wm. McNall is now a pa- tient there. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hall visited with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hall and family in Brussels on Sunday. AO° How to duck a knockout blow to your business Bli."EVALE-- Mrs. William Nicholson, ‘‘ Wineham, a for- mer resident or Inee‘ale, kind , le invited members or the Blue- vale Women's Institute to hold their meeting at her on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Harry Elliott presided. Mrs. Charles Mathers, sec- retary-treasurer, ‘,..1:o is recov- oring from her recent accident, eave a yery satisfactory finan- cial report. The eeecetive was named to make plans for a concert in March. Mrs. Jas. Joenston was con- vener or the progta:n, chiefly 1:istorieal. The roll call was What can I do to beautify my nonre as a centennial project?" Mrs. Johnston gave a talk on the 'brace which runs from Niagara to Tobermory and will be completed by It will enable hikers to have the opportunity of seeing large sec- tions of Western Ontario with its varied scenery, including caves ir. the north. Hostels will accommodate the travellers. Mrs. W. J Peacock describ- ed scenes she recently visited in Prince Edward Island. She show- ed colored pictures of beauty Tots and historical buildings. Mrs. George Hetherington described Halifax where her son, Bill is stationed in the navy. It has the largest natural harbor in the world and the oldest Angli- , can Church in Canada, also a noted museum. New Brunswick was a subject of discussion among several speakers who mentioned cover- ed bridges, the magnetic hill and the tidal bore on the St. John River. Mrs. Bernard Thomas gave the motto, "The way to avoid la lot of sorrow, work today, worry tomorrow", suggesting good work today may help to avoid worry in the future. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Bernard Thomas, Mrs. J. V. Fischer and Mrs. George Hetherington. The social time gave members an opportunity to chat with guests especially in- vited by Mrs. Nicholson, from Wingham and Blyth. 40th Wedding Anniversary FORDWICH--Mr. and Mrs. Garnard King quietly celebrat- ed their 40th wedding anniver- sary on Sunday with a dinner held in the Sunday School room of the Anglican Church. The table was decorated with red roses and an anniversary cake, made and decorated by Mrs. Jack King. Rev. IT. Jenkins proposed a toasr ro the couple. Mrs. King is a patient in the Village nurs- ing home here but was able to be with members of her family for awhile on this occasion. Guests included Miss Pearl McMinn of Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. John Hannah and family, Mr. and Mrs. Bernald King and Shelly of Harriston, Mr. and Mrs. Bob I lannah and family of Hanover, Mr. and Mrs, Ken Duncan and family of etratford, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Baylor and family, Mr. and Mrs. Don king and family, Mr. and Mrs. Jack King and 1amily, Mr. Jim King and Rev. II. Jenkins. Mr. and Mrs. King received many cards and messages from friends. t. aur5 eburdi (ANGLICAN) Mingbara Rev. C. F. Johnson, L.Th. Rector Mrs. Gordon Davidson Organist QUINQUAGESIMA SUNDAY — FEBRUARY 20 8:30 a.m.—Holy Communion. 9:30 a.m.—Sunday School and Confirmation Class. 11:00 a.m.—Morning Prayer. Ash Wednesday, Feb. 23—Lenten gathering, 7:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 25—World Day of Prayer, Town Hall, 3 o'clock and 8 o'clock. If a fire or similar peril seri- ously damaged your busi- ness, it could he a knockout blow .. . even if your prop- erty insurance is adequate! During the rebuilding pe- riod, you'd he out of business without bu.vineVS income. Yet certain unasoidahle bus- iness expenses would con- tinue. This financial drain could bankrupt you unless you have Business Interrup- tion Insurance . . . protec- tion for your business income. Call us about it. 111.11 CONRON, CLU INSURANCE AGENCY Complete Insurance Coverage — Agent for — IIIANUFACTURERS LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY 5 John St. W; - Ph. 357-2636 WINGHAM VANCE'SDRUG STO E PHONE 357-2170 WINGHAM TENDERS FOR SUB-TRADES Sub-trade prices will be received by the undersigned until 4 p.m., 23rd February, 1966, for an addition to the Wingham Public School. Architects: Kyles & Kyles, Stratford. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. TRIPOD CONSTRUCTION LIMITED P.O. BOX 261 LONDON, ONTARIO PHONE: 652.2974 MAITLAND VALLEY CONSERVATION AUTHORITY GORRIE DAM SEALED TENDERS, clearly marked as to contents will be received by the Secretary-Treasurer, Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, 139 Inkerman Street West, Box 760, Listowel, Ontario, until 12 o'clock noon E.S.T., on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2nd, 1966, for the reconstruction of the Gorrie Dam on the Mait- land River. Plans, Specifications and Tender Documents may be obtained from Crysler, Davis & Jorgensen, Limited, Consulting Engineers, 5803 Yonge Street, Willowdale, Ontario, upon payment of a $10.00 deposit. The de- posit shall be in the form of a certified cheque, pay- able to the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority. The proposed work consists of excavation and grading, reinforced concrete, structural steel and mis- cellaneous associated work necessary to reconstruct the Gorrie Dam. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. C. W. BAMFORD, Secretary-Treasurer, Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, Listowel, Ontario. Crysler, Davis & Jorgensen, Ltd., Consulting Engineers. I S Page 3 — Wingham Advance-Times, Thursday, Feb. 1:7, lOk'C Mrs. Wm. Elston !Ladies Describe Conducts Worship Maritime Centres The debate on the medicare continued this week. I partici- pated in the debate by asking that chiropractors and optome- trists as well as other paramedi- cal groups be included in the Bill. On Wednesday the budget came down outlining what might be called a wholesale increase in taxes affecting everyone in one way or another. The main changes are - 1. Increase to 5% from 3% of the retail sales tax. The extimated yield will he roughly $153,000,- 000. 2, Tobacco tax will be in- creased by 1 cent on a package in Wingham, March 28, 29 and 30. The Belgrave ladies will provide supper for the delegates of London Conference on the Monday night. The group has agreed to apply for a booth at the plough- ing match at Seaforth. The World Day of Prayer will be held in the Presbyterian Church on February 25, Four members from the unit groups will be asked to act as ushers at the London Conference for Tues- day. Twenty-five dollars was voted to the Sunday School. The Easter Thankoffering meet- ing was tentatively set for Sun- day, April 3. Mrs. Sam Pletch gave the call to worship followed by a hymn. Scripture was read by Mrs. James Coultes. Mrs. Pletch read the meditation. Offering was received by Mrs. Helen Martin and Mrs. Ross Robinson, and was dedicated by Mrs. Pletch. Mrs. Cliff Logan was in charge of the program. A tape recording was played by Mrs. Harvey McDowell on the life of Peggy Anne and Bill Way and their work in suburban Chicago. The statement, "I'm net in fa- vour of bazaars, teas and bake sales" was given consideration after listening to the tape. Mrs. Jack Taylor thanked all those who took part and the benediction was pronounced by Mrs. Arthur Jackson. of 20. Estimated yield will be $9,000,000. 3, Liquor prices will also increase. 4. Five per- cent tax placed on telegrams and long distance telephone calls. 5. Gasoline tax will be increased by 1 cent to 16 cents a gallon and highway diesel fuel increased by 1 t ‘,.r to 220 per gallon. Total expenditures are esti- mates at 1,812,900,000 during the 1066-07 fiscal year, Total revenue is forecast at $1,728, - 000, Oine The tax change proposed by the Ontario Government will increase the annual tax load on CWL Urged to Attend Retreat Sacred Heart C. W. L. met in the parish hall on Monday of last week with 16 members present. Plans for a St. Pat- rick's Day bake sale to be held on March 12 were discussed. A Day of Recollection for teen- agers will be held on February 27th and one for League mem- bers will be held on March 27th. Father Mooney spoke on the Retreat House at Windermere Farms, Port Burwell and urged the members to make a retreat on the week-end appointed for Wingham area. Following the meeting a demonstration party took place with Mrs. NI. Golightly of Monkton in charge of the dis- play. provincial residents by an aver- age of $28 per capita, All of the changes mention- ed above will become effective on April 1. A resolution was proposed by Robert Nixon (L-Brant) to lower the voting age to 18. Mr. Nix- on stated that young people are allowed to drive at 16 and to fight for their country at 18 but do not have a say in its admin- istration until they are 21, "In addition young people are much better informed than they were a few years ago, " he said, The estimates of the various departments will start next week. BELGRAVE--The general meeting of the U.C.W. was held Thursday evening in the church basement with Mrs. Les- lie Bolt in charge. A poem, "I Asked" and a hymn opened the meeting. Mrs. Arthur Jackson installed the officers for 1966, read Scripture and offered prayer. A motion was passed that Mrs. Cliff Logan's name be ad- ded to the officers, as vice- president. Mrs. Bolt thanked the retiring members of the executive. The new president, Mrs. Jack Taylor, took over the meeting and introduced the musical number, "Whispering Hope", sung by Nancy Ander- son and Brenda Johnston. The minutes were read by the secretary, Mrs. William Coultes. The group decided to accept the allocation of $680,00 plus expenses. The treasurer's report was given by Mrs. George Michie. Mrs. Ross Anderson presented the budget and members agreed to accept it. Fifty dollars was voted for The Observer. There is a need for old clean nylons and members are asked to leave them at the church or at the home of Mrs. Lyle Hop- per. The members were re- minded of the Presbyterial an- nual meeting to be held in Clinton, March 22 and The London Conference to be held by Murray Gaunt, M.P.P. Report from Queen's Park