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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1967-10-26, Page 5Photo by Doerr. BELMORE-- The C. 0.C. and Explorers of Knox Presby- terian Church entertained their parents at the Family Night of the Women's Missionary Soc- iety on Friday evening. Mrs. Ralph Dickson and Mrs. Donald MacAdam conduc- ted the opening exercises, and Miss Margaret Jeffray was or - ganist. Nineteen C.O.C. members opened their part of the meet- ing by repeating their motto. They then sang choruses and motion songs, A litany of thanks was led by Bobbie Dar- ling and John Leeson. Mary and Nancy Dickson, Wayne Ballagh, Stephen Darling and Grant Rutherford each recited a Bible verse with Phyllis McKa- gue as leader. Jeffray and Judy Dickson sang an Eskimo action song, "Ah Ta Ka Ta Nu Va". Twyla Dickson, Doreen and Douglas Nickel, Laurie and Nancy Ker- win, Joy Rutherford and Steven Johann took part in a skit, "We'll Share". Mrs. Bruce Darling, C.O.C. leader, gave a brief summary of the study book, "Stories for Canada's Birthday". Another skit, "Talking Birch Bark for Ne Tannis" was presented by Glenda and Nancy Ballagh and Donna Jeffray. The children closed their part of their meeting by singing the "Pioneer Song" and praying the C.O.C. prayer. Thirteen had perfect attend- ance as follows: Glenda Bal- lagh, Nancy Ballagh, Wayne Ballagh, Bobbie Darling, Jef- fray Dickson, Judy Dickson, Nancy Diokson, Mary Dickson, Twyla Dickson, Donna Jeffray, John Leeson, Doreen Nickel, and Douglas Nickel. The Explorers sang a group of folk songs describing the hardships of the early settlers. Chief Explorer, Karen Dickson, led the members in repeating the Explorer Purpose. The Keeper of the Log, Beverly Ballagh, displayed some of the projects. A pantomime entit- led "Palisades of Huronia" was presented by Christine Scott, Beth Mundell, Ross Jeffray, Ted Dietrich, Gilbert Johann, Ron- nie Nickel and Graham Ruther- ford. Darlene Ballagh introduced the Play-in-a-Box, "North Star Route" which was narrated by Phyllis Darling, Donna Mac- Adam, Cathy Darling, Patsy Scott, Jean MacAdam, Brenda Finlay and Jummie Dietrich. Then the Explorers sang "We Shall Overcome" and "I Shall Not Be Moved" and concluded with the Explorer prayer. Darlene Ballagh, Karen Dickson, Beverly Ballagh, Cathy Darling, and Ronnie Nickel had perfect attendance. Mrs. Bruce Darling and Mrs. Alvin Mundell, on behalf of the W.M. S. presented the awards to the members of their groups. The mothers showed their appreciation by serving lunch, and an hour of fellowship fol- lowed. COL ENLARGEM SPECI :Jake. .advantaiiiii ----- TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR R E E 8" x 10" ENLARGEMENT WITH 3 - 3" x 4" IN FOLDERS YOU MUST CALL FOR Reg. $13.95 APPOINTMENT WITHIN 10 DAYS $6.95 0 SPECIAL CHRISTMAS GIFT SPECIAL STAPLETON-GINGERICH Kieffer-Fortney .wecidin at Formosa Children present program for Knox family night Wingham AdVanee,TiPle.S. TlnrrS ay, Oct. 190 patze features from The World of Women, The church of the Immacu- late Conception, Formosa, was, the scene of.a pretty autumn wedding at high noon on Qeto- ber 19th when Joan Marie Fort- ney, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leander Fortney of R. R. 1 Mild- may became the bride of Rod- ger Joseph Kieffer, son of Mr, and Mrs. Oscar Kieffer, R. R.1 Wingham, in a double-ring ceremony. Rev. Father Meyer of For- mosa officiated at the marriage and nuptial mass assisted by Rev. Carl Schmidt of Preston, cousin fo the bride. Baskets of yellow and bronze mums de- corated the altar. Mrs. Oscar Heisz played the wedding music and Mrs. James Fischer of Formosa was soloist. The bride entered the church with her father, attired in a traditional floor-length wedding gown of white lagoda with rows of French lace on the skirt and elbow-length sleeves. The gown featured a detachable Rebekah Lodge installs officers District Deputy President Christina Stout and officers of Kincardine were in Wingharn on Monday evening of last week to conduct the annual installation of officers. The following were installed: Noble Grand, Victoria Wild; Vice Grand, Edith Powell; Con- ductor, Jean King; Warden, Pearl Brooks; Chaplain, Re t a Merkley; recording secretary, Ethel Gerrie; financial secretary, Mary Caslick; treasurer, Anne Henry; R.S.N.G., Lola Sander- son; L. S, N. G. , Agnes William- son; R. S. V. G., Greta Harris, L.S.V.G., M. Jones; inside guardian, K. Aitchison; out - side guardian, Edna Mitchell; musician, Janet Hogg; fl a g bearer, Ina Ritchie. Caroline MacDonald was pre- sented with a I5-year jewel by the district deputy president. Visiting lodges were present from Brussels and Teeswater and Sister Margaret Roane of the Re- bekah Assembly of Ontario from Teeswater, was also in attend - ance. Favorable remarks were heard from the visiting officers and a social time was enjoyed, lace trimmed chapel train fal- ling from the shoulders, A jewelled tiara held her elbow, length five tier veil of silk lusion, She carried a cascade of red and white roses with satin streamers, Math of honour for her sister was Jeanette Fortney of Kitch- ener. She chose a formal gown of lime green luna shan- tung with a floor-length train, attached from the waist and trimmed with Belgian lace. A matching double bow headdress completed her costume and she carried a cascade bouquet of yellow and white mums. Bridesmaids, were Corinne Kieffer of London and Karen Kieffer of Wingham, and Jac- queline Fortney of Mildmay was junior bridesmaid. Their costumes were identical to that of the maid of honor. Little Cathy Kieffer, Tees- water, cousin of the groom was flower girl in a full length gown of white sandal crepe Expo and B.C. are meeting features FORDWICH-- The Women's Institute met in the community hall with Mrs. Stanley Bride, convener of citizenship and ed- ucation, presiding. Mrs. Les Loughran conducted devotions and read a poem based on the ten command - ments. The motto, "If your light of knowledge is bright, light someone's candle", was taken by Mrs. Bride. The special feature was a travelogue on the province of British Columbia by Mrs. How- ard Harris who had recently motored from the Peace River down through British Columbia. Bill Richards gave two ac- cordion solos. Mrs. Harold Doig spoke on her trip to Expo and Wray Cooper showed slides he had taken of the pavilions while Mrs. Doig gave the com- ments. Tickets were sold on a hook- ed rug. Mrs. Elmer Harding held the winning ticket. Mrs. Scott Clarkson was ap- pointed as delegate to the Gue- lph Area convention. Lunch was served at the close, styled identical to the brides- maids' with similar headdress in white, She carried a min- iature cascade bouquet of yell- ow and white mums. Master Leander Fortney, brother of the bride was ring bearer, William Kieffer of Wing= ham was his brother's best man and Robert Fortney of Hamilton, William Fortney of Elmwood and Ronald Kieffer, Wingham were ushers. A dinner and reception were held at the Community Hall, Formosa. Mrs. Fortney re- ceived guests in a sheath gown of gold lurex with a corsage of apricot roses and brown acces- sories. She was assisted by Mrs. Kieffer in a sheath gown of teal blue charmaine crepe with a corsage of red and white roses and black accessories. Guests attended from Preston, Kitchener, Gait, Hamilton, Toronto, Hanover, Chepstow, Blyth, Teeswater, Wingham and Wroxeter. A very special guest was the groom's 83-year- old great aunt, Mrs. Margaret Hauck of Teeswater. For a wedding trip to Niag- ara Falls, N.Y. , Mrs. Kieffer donned a three-piece walker suit of nailhead tweed in biege, with detachable collar and cuffs of Norwegian fox and brown accessories. Her cors- age was of yellow roses. The happy couple will re- side at 494 Queenston Road, Hamilton. Invite guests to special meeting BELGRAVE-- The fall meet- ing of the U.C.W. was held in the church basement on Thurs- day. Mrs. Bill Coultes and Mrs. Stanley Hopper were in charge of the worship service of thanksgiving, opening with a hymn. A prayer of general thanksgiving was read, also the Bible selection concerning the ten lepers. A study on the Lord's prayer was conducted by Mrs. Bill Coultes and Mrs. George Michie. A meditation of thanksgiving was read by Mrs. Bill Coultes and Mrs. Stanley Hopper and the offering was received and dedicated. The president, Mrs. Jack Taylor, conducted the business. Minutes were read and Mrs. George Michie gave the treas- urer's report. Mrs. Stanley Cook read a letter concerning the allocation to the Unified Budget General Fund, asking that the group attempt to reach, and exceed if possible, last year's allocation. It was decided to send a bale, items to be left at Mrs. J. M. Coultes' and to cater to the Crop Improvement banquet on November 23. Mrs. Stanley Hopper, Mrs. Laura Johnston,and Mrs. Jack Taylor were named a commit- tee for purchasing replacement equipment for the kitchen. A special meeting will be held on November 9th when guests will be the Japanese Consul General in Canada, his wife and his assistant. Invita- tions will be sent to Calvin- Brick, Westfield, Blyth, Brus- sels, Belgrave Anglican and Bc rave Presbyterian organiz- atiuns. Mrs. Stanley Cook suggest- ed a special Christmas giving project. The next regular meeting will be November 30th. A study on "Stewardship" was given by Mrs. Ross Ander- son, Mrs. Cliff Logan, Mrs. George Johnston and Mrs. James Lamont. The meeting closed with the benediction. Mrs. H. Rinn is guild hostess BELGRAVE- The Ladies' Guild met at the home of Mrs. Hugh Rinn on Thursday r rter- noon with 11 members present. The meeting opened with pray- er and Bible reading by Mrs. Robert Procter, the president. The secretary, Mrs. Clare VanCamp read the minutes and three thank you notes, The dues were collected and the travelling apron and birthday box were passed. Plans were made to serve tea at the social hour following the confirmation service, October 22. The re- mainder of the meeting was spent on discussion and plans for the bazaar to be held next month in the Foresters' Hall. Mrs. Robert Procter won the draw which was donated by Mrs. Alex Nethery. The pres- ident closed the Meeting with prayer. Grace was sung and lunch served by the hostess, Graduates as nursing assistant gliPbeth Kleestra, daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Kloo,, sera of R, R, 3 Wingham, was one of 21 girls to receive nurs- ing assistant diplomas from the Freeport Sanatorium training centre on Friday evening. Gra- duation exercises were held in Christ the King United Church. Elizabeth attended Wing- ham District High School. After leaving school she work- zi ed at Vance's Drug Store for some time until accepting a position at the sanatorium. Ten months ago she entered the nursing assistant's course. After a short holiday Eliza- beth will begin her nursing career at St. Mary's Hospital in Kitchener, where she has accepted a position. She will start to work there early in November. Institute offers proficiency award The October meeting of the Wingham Womens' Institute was held in the council cham- ber on Thursday with Mrs. Robert Powell presiding. Thirty- five members answered the roll call, "Where and how I use cheese." Mrs. Charles Shiell was ap- pointed delegate to the annual convention in London at the Carousal Motor Hotel, Novem- ber '7 and 8. Mrs. Powell was named alternate. The Institute has again of- „ fered a proficiency award to the highest girl in Grade X11 in home economics in the Wing- ham and District High School. Mrs. Colclough of Clinton, District President gave a short talk on the Institute work. Mrs. Hingston and Mrs. Blatchford were the program conveners in agriculture for the meeting. Mrs. Hingston had the motto, "What makes us friends", and two articles on safety entitled, "Safety is more than a slogan" and "Personal safety in a storm". Mrs. Glenn Scheifele show- ed slides and gave a very inter- esting talk on their trip to the Western States and Canada. Lunch was served by the hostesses, Mrs. Haselgrove, Mrs. Day and Mrs. Tofting. Howick lions held their fourth centennial dance WROXETER -- The fourth successful centennial dance sponsored by the Howick Lions Club was held on Friday night, in the Wroxeter Community Hall. Door prize winners were, Lyle Murray, of Clifford and Bill Wilson, of Fordwich. Win- ners of the spot dances were Mr. and Mrs. Russell Nichol, Fordwich, and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Angst, Fordwich. The prize for the most agile dancer on the floor was donated by Ken Henderson, and was won by Austin St. Marie, of Wing- ham. Prize winning costumes were worn by Mrs. James Inglis, of Clifford for her authentic old time costume: and the best dressed old time gent was Lloyd Felker, of Gorrie. The judges were Mr. and Mrs. Ken Henderson and Mr. and Mrs. Paddy Rundle, all of Palmerston. The ladies of the Auxiliary to the Legion catered for the lunch booth, and the check - room Was in charge of Tom Leek. Three orchestras provided music for the old time dancing, MacIntoshes Orchestra from tvlolesworth, Wallace Bilton't Orchestra from Gorrie, and SAM Timm's Orchestra from ListOw- el. Belgrave Mr. John Campbell of Ayl- mer visited on the week-end with his niece, Mrs. John Gnay of Belgrave and with other re- latives in the district. Mr. and Mrs. John Kilpat - rick of Arkona spent the week- end at the home of their daugh- ter, Mrs. John Gnay of Bel- grave. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Cook and family of Westfield visited with Mrs. Telford Cook on Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Coultes spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Allan Scott of Barrie. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Gibson and Mrs. Hilda Roberts of Lis- towel visited Sunday with Mrs. Dave Armstrong. UCW Thankoffering held on Sunday WROXETER-- Miss Aileen Ratz S.T.B., B.R.E., of Kit- chener, guest speaker for the U.C.W. fall thankoffering at the United Church on Sunday was introduced by Mrs. Stanley Lockwood. The service was conducted by Rev. R. Sweeney and the junior choir sang "Praise to the Lord Almighty" and "Centenn- ial Prayer". The intermediate choir assisted the juniors in leading the singing of hymns. Miss Ratz said the singing of the Junior choir brought back memories of previous mission fields. Her text was "Other sheep I have and they must be brought into the kingdom too." She said Christians must be concern- ed about individuals: you touch one and that person touches another. She told of the little girl on the Alberta mission field Who told her, "I have a new customer for our Christian group My sister," Miss Ratz spoke of a boy who put Christianity into action when he won $15. He first gave $5. to God and put the rest toward a suit. She related many experien- ces in her missionary work as a• deaconess and welcoming im- migrants to Canada. Miss Ratz said we must recognize itruna- grants as individuals with a great potential. They need our understanding. She told teenagers they must find their purpose in life and use their talents as mission- aries, office workers, teachers, Illustrators or for whatever they are suited. Belmore Mr. and Mrs. Dick Clayton of Airdrie, Alberta, spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Jeffray and family, and visited with other acquaintances in the area. Mr. and Mrs. George Doig of Calgary, visited with Miss Nellie Doig and Mr. John Doig of Carrick Township, last week. Mr. Ian Inglis left last week for Ridgetown, where he is attending the Agricultural Col- lege. We wish him luck on his new venture. A large number of hungry people from the Belmore area attended the fowl supper at the Teeswater Presbyterian Church on Wednesday evening of last week. And if they were hun- gry when they left, they cer- tainly were not when they came home! Mr. and lvirs. A. McGuire, Paula, Timothy and Kim, of Goderich, visited on Friday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Norman Newans and family. Family celebrates 25th anniversary BELMORE-- Mr. and Mrs. David Harper of Carrick Town- ship, entertained at a family dinner on Saturday evening, in honour of the 25th wedding an- niversary of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Jeffray. All of their family were present, except son Joe who is living in Alberta. In addition to Sally (Mrs. Harper) and Joe, the fam- ily also consists of Bill of Tor- onto, Marjorie of Kitchener, and Grace, Brian, Glenn and Vicki, all at home. Following the dinner, the brothers and sisters of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffray and their families, also came to surprise them. A mock wedding was presented, causing great hilarity. Following an address read by Mrs. Elmer Jeffray, Arnold and Jean were presented with gifts and flowers, A delicious lunch, including wedding cake, was served. After they returned home, some of the party paid them a late visit in the form of a charivari. We, of the com- munity, join family in wishing them , ersazr and many more years together, Mr. and Mrs. Murray Bradburn and family of London arid Mrs. Jack Adair of Moles., worth, visited on Sunday with their Mother, Mrs. Mel Brad- burn, Josephine Street. Zurich Mennonite Church was the setting for the wedding of Joan Elaine Gingerich and Glenn Douglas Stapleton on October 6. Rev, Ephraim Gin- gerich officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Gingerich, Zurich and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Stapleton of Wingharn. Given in marriage by her father, the bride chose a floor- length gown of peau de sole in an A-line style with French lace applique on the bodice, and lily-point sleeves. Her chapel train fell from the shoul- ders with pearls and sequins on her pill-box headpiece. She carried a cascade of yellow roses and stephanotis on a white Bible. The maid of honor was Miss Louise Fast of Winnipeg, She wore a floor-length gown of hammered satin in gold and carried a cascade of yellow and bronze mums. Wedding music was provided' during the service and reception by a quartet, unaccompanied. The members were Irvin Martin, John Geiger, Stuart Steckle and Ralph Gingerich. They sang, "The Voice that Breathed O'er Eden", "0 Perfect Love", "The Lord's Prayer", and "Since Jesus Truly Did Appear". Mr. Don Stapleton of Mont- real was his brother's best man and Mr. Russ Stapleton of Mont- real and Mr. James Gingerich of Zurich ushered, For the reception, held in the lower auditorium of the church, guests were greeted by the bride's mother who wore a turquoise crepe dress with mat- ching accessories and the groom's mother, in a metallic gold and silver pattern on a white background. For their wedding trip the bride donned a blue dress with black accessories. -- Mrs. Stokes, Miss Is- bister, Mrs. D. Beecroft and Mrs. Bannerman were at Hur- onview, Clinton on Sunday, remembering friends and re- latives there. -- Mrs. Alex Rintoul re- turned to her home on John Street on Saturday. MAXWELL fall?) PHONE 357-1851 WINGHAM