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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Times, 1916-03-23, Page 8(e Page 8 THE WINGHAM TIMES March .3rd, 1916 ANNOUNCEMENTS., 4, e. Notice,$ Undur Tlifs. Head tea cel a line .- shu• f!+'+•t ineeertieu• five cents f ease. PERSONALS r tosertiotes. 11 Mrs. T. S. Brannon isvi.•' lr-a• `'h 1:31rtl FrrnN,trIl tlppl at the Wind- t son, Mr. N. L. Brendonr,t tit. soy Fotel, St afford, nt. ldarys• TR1)Nti.s AND VALISES: -131g stock of i Mr. and Mrs. John Rene were lung e_ e t from at lowest prices. I for a few days with their daugh'• r at W. J. GREEK. Milton. ',NANPE0 - Girls to candle eggs. 1. r;ht and pleasant work. Apply to A Miss May Davidson, of V ri eater b. Wilford. was visiting for a few days with Wing srieral ham friends.brass and crystal candlesticks Gast a i 99.2 Dr. Parker was in Guelph Sart-day, i mellow light about the room. Mi-srs attending r patient during operation at i Eugene Geddes, Greta Armstronk, i Belle Ferguson. Hazel Taylor, Laura MAD) wanted at ;once'' for at h ,u' -- work. Apply',letu Mrs 1 IN u,livr. WANTED—Apprentice on baffles' and Gents' at L. O. White's. Vacancy for apprentices to the furni- ture and upholstering business. Apply t'laleer and Cleeg. !'o;. S \Le —618 acres, with buildings, its ;.t:R.ty` lilt's. SF..l. (it'tidrs l.;.t%o a 0est de- • ■ lii;htful pancake tea in old of Red (Toss work on Friday of last week float 4 to 8ti'clocle. The large dining roc In I was most suitably decorated for the occasion in patriotic colors, and St. Plat• riclt's Day was Oso htna,red in the decorations. Briquets of lovely yellow daffodils and pale pink carnatiuns in crystal vases adorned the tablas and " j white and green unshaded candles in lmptover, iloring. Apply St Joseph'; Hospital. Mrs. F 0. Sperling, Miss .•parting and Master Prank Sperling are visiting for a few days with friends in Toronto. Rev. D. Perrie was in London op Thursday last attending a meeting of the Mission Board of the Presbyterian Church. Mrs. E. L. 13radwin, of Saskatoon with her two children, Doris and Jack. spent a week at the home of Mrs. Bradwin. Mr. John E. Wright, who has been confined to his bed for the past two weeks throughillness is now suffering from a serious case of bronchitis. Mr. and Mrs Alex Kelly, who have been visiting in Wingham and vicinity for the past few weeks left last week for there home in Swift Current, Sask. Miss Sanderson has taken a position in the Domionion Express and 0. P. R. telegraph office, Sarnia, leaving for that city on Wednesday. Miss Henderson, of Lucknow will take Miss Sanderson's place here. gout coil and water, near London. Apply to Herb Campbell, R. R. 2, lldeeton, Ont. 98-2. WATER 'RANKS -Water Tanks for sale neap. We have no more use for them and want the room for the spring trade. Apply to A. H. Wilford. CORN— We have for sale at our store or tide, a car of good American yellow corn. cl HOWSON & BROCKLEBANK FOR SALE—Good hundred acre farm in the Township of Morris for sale. Write Edward Bruce, 51 Fairview Paul., Toronto, for full particulars. APPLE BUTTER—Our supply of apple k'ui.,.er is limited and you had better place your order early so as not to be risappointed. E. MERKLEy & SON. P:ione 84. LOST—Will the party who took the blanket from the Exchange Hotel .table on Dollar Day, kindly return it se !bat it may be delivered to the owner. Fon SALE Ergs for hatching from thoroughbred White Wyandotte hens. $1 00 per setting of 15 eggs, A few tet ling hens wanted. :; 2 JOHN KERR MINOR LOCALS. — Tuesday wag the first day of spring. —Mrs. John Ansley is seriously ill at her home with pneumonia. —Wingham Citizens' Band will fill an engagement at Brussels skating rink this (Thursday) evening. —Look out for the Sacred Cantata to he given by St. Andrew's choir. Further particulars next week. —Mr. C. J. Rintoul, Bluevale Road, left Tuesday morning for the West, with a car of settlers' effects for his son, C. A. Rintoul. of Moosejaw. —Mr. and Mrs. James Lockridge wish to thank their many friends for the kindness shown them in the sad bereave- ment in the death of their daughter. Rexall Kidney Pills will stop that backache and cure Kidney ills. Two Gold fish given free with each box March 24th at McKibbon's Drug Store. ' 98-2 —Mr. W. H. Willis has awarded the club bag offered as a prize on Dollar Day to Mrs. G. H. Wheeler, of Belgrave, Mrs. Wheeler having held the lucky ticket. TURN BERRY McCrea and Edna Scandrett in pretty frocks served the guests and providrd1 a fine musical program during the tea hours. $17.50 in aid of the good work was brought in by the guests. On Thursday of last week the ladies of Belgrave provided lunch in the Foresters Hall for about :i2 of the boys i in khaki who were on a hike from Blyth I to Wingham. The abundance of sand- wiches, pies, cake and many other delicate dainties testified to the willing- ness on the part of the ladies to give the lads a pleasant hour. Just before being seated at the table all present I joined in singing "The Maple Leaf." When the inner man had been satisfied and a few big rosy apples tucked away in khaki pockets a hearty vote of thanks was extended to the ladies, followed by cheers. A half hour was allowed for social chat and a jaunt about the village, then about 1 p, m. they resumed their march to Wingham. The Belgrave Patriotic society are very grateful to those friends who have so kindly sent in the following donat- tions:—Mrs. Jas. Nicholson, 10 yds. cotton; Ladies Guild of Trinity Church, 16 pairs socks; Miss E. Lyon, proceeds of concert in S. S. No. 11, East Wawa - nosh, $31.I5; a soldier friend, 81.00; Mrs. W. J. Geddes, Pancake tea, $17.50. He also acknowledges with appreciation the donation of $33.34 from the East Wawanosh council; Mrs, Robt. McCrea, 1 pair of socks; Miss E. Harrison, 1 pair of socks; old •cotton, Mrs. Wm. Wightman, Mrs. H. Brandon, Mrs. Mc- Gregor and Miss J. Jamieson. We have shipped this week 61 pairs of socks, 6 military shirts and 1 suit of pyjamas. We are always glad to receive new cotton for bandages and old cotton for dressings, the same to be left with Miss McClelland. The next meeting will be held at the home of Miss I. - McCrea. A large crowd gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. James on Thurs- day, March 10th, the occasion being to present their young friend, Robt. Fallis, with a valuable safety razor, in honor of his enlisting for overseas ser- vice, to do the right with all his might to fight for King and country. Adam Johnston read the address while was. Porter made the presentation. Robt. Fallis made a very effectual reply. The programme for the evening being a debate on the horse and the ox, which had done the most for the country. Thos. James and John Porter were captains, while Mrs. James and Miss Hazel Little acted as Judges with Chas. James as Chairman, who gave the casting vote for the ox. Some very able speakers on both sides. Then there was music and singing, Mrs. Adam Johnston, Mrs. Jas. Porter and Thos James musicians, while the others enjoyed cards and social chat, after which Mrs. James had a tasty luncheon prepared in her usual good style, after which the guests went to their homes much pleased with their evening's entertainment. —Hon. A. G. MacKay, former Liberal leader in Ontario and now a member of the Alberta Government has re- covered from his long and dangerous illness. —The Public School re -opened on Monday after being closed for three weeks on account of the epidemic of measles. It is expected that the High School will re -open on Monday next. —Rev. Frank C. Harper, B. D., pastor of Willis Presbyterian Church at Clinton, has been appointed Chaplain of the 177th Simcoe County Battalion. Rev. Mr. Harper is a native of Barrie. —The 100 -acre farm in .Turnberry, belonging to the John Musgrove estate, was sold last week to Mr. John Elliott, of the 12th concession of East Wawa - nosh. Mr. Raymond Elliott will take charge of the farm. —Rev. F. E. Powell, rector of - St. Barnabas Church, Toronto, gave a pint of blood to save the life of a woman in his congregation. Mr. Powell is well_ known to many of our readers, being a son of Reeve Powell, of Turnberry. —The employees &of W. D. Pringle's tannery and glove factory met at the home of Mr. J. W. Dodd and presented Mr. Thos. Lutton with a wrist watch. Mr. Lutton recently enlisted with Wing - ham company of the 161st Battalion. —Mr. C. A. Morrison, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Morrison, of East Wawanosh, has accepted a position as manager of the Laurel Creamery near Orangeville, Mr. Morrison took his first lesson in butter making in the Whitechurch creamery. Many old friends in this district will wish him success in his new position. BURN HENRY—In Grey, on March 9th, to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Henry, a son— Stewart Charles. LACKIE—In Wroxeter, on March 12th to Mr. and Mrs. George Leckie; a daughter. PEARSON—In Grey Township, on March 11th to Mr. and Mrs. Jas. T. Pearson, a daughter—Ella Margaret. MURRAY— 17 Prince Rupert Ave., Toronto, on March 15th, to Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Murray; a son (Alfred Lloyd.) Mrs. Murray is a daughter of Mrs. Geo. W alkera Turn berry. MARRIED HUFFMAN-MCKAY-At the manse, Walton, on March 6th, by Rev. R. A. Lundy, Mr. Milton Huffman to Miss Lottie McKay, both of Grey township, MCGAVIN—HARrels—At the residence of the bride's parents, on March 8th. by Rev. R. A. Lundy, Mr. Wm. Alden McGavin, of McKillop township, to Miss Lena, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Harris. Grey Township. CLOAKEY—SCOTT—At St. Andrew's Manse, Wingham, on March 15th, by Rev. D. Perrie, Mr. Solomon Cloakey to Miss Violet E. Scott, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Scott, both of Wingham. CHURCH NOTES. EAPTIST CHURCH Rev. C, J. Cameron, B. A„ of Toron- to, Assistant Superintendent of Home Missions, will preach in the Baptist Church next Sunday. METHODIST CHURCH. regular Church services will be held next Lord's Day in the Methodist Church at 11 a. tn. and 7 p. in. The Pastor, Rev. J. W. Hibbert will preach at both services. Evening subject "Keep the Home Fires Burning." Good music. You will be made welcome. Come. DIED. BUNsTON—In Preston, on March 12th, John Bunston, father of Mr. Thos. Bunstan of Fordwich aged 92 years. BONE—In Brussels, on March llth, Thomas Bone, in his 80th year. YOUR CHANCE. THE WEST IS CALLING. Homeseekers' Excursions to Western Canada at !ow fares via Canadian Pac- ific each Tuesday. March 7th to October 31st, inclusive. Particulars from any Canadian Pacific Agent, or W. B. Howard, District Passenger Agent, Toronto. ROLL OF HONOR. The following is a list of the young men who have enlisted in the 161st Battalion from Wingham and district:— H. istrict:H. Guest T T. McDonald W. E, Thompson T. S McDonald V. L. Sanderson G. W. Schaefer W. A. Windsor G. L. Stillwell H. W. Powell A. C. Williams M. C. Cameron R. F. Forsyth Jas. H. Currie J. C. Penrose J. H. Barker R. Huffman L Kirkham M. Mercer L. C. Cantelon N. R. Bloomfield W. Hinscliffe J. T. N. Taylor J. J. Kerr L. B. Drummond W. M. G. Fetterley H. J. Bond Allan Knechtel W. G. Adair Geo. G. Rintoul Wm Scott • Thos. Price Harry Dye Frank Sturdy Wesley White C. A. Campbell Fred Guest R. Maguire Herbert Isard R. A. Tasker R. J. Fallis T. W. Penrose J. R. Jefferson C. Crawford Thos. Lutton David Johnston G. H. Anger Benj. Holland W. Aitcheson G. R. Taylor Chas. Gander E. M. Forbes Wm. Holt R. C. Mann J. F. Galbraith J. Holmes C. Orchard F. Johnston J. C. McTavish J. F. Carruth T. Fixter H. T. Drummond G. R. A. Ireland Fred 0. T. Manuel Walter J. Percy Richard Fay Jas. McCallum Richard Jones, Isaac Kewenzie W. E, Tonkin A. T. Horne W. E. Helps E. J. Haines R. C. Salter R. Fay J, H. Coultes F. Ferguson C. Beckish J. S. Thompson J. Harold Currie Geo. Day J. A. Allan J. R. Chisholm Standing Field Crop Competition The Turnberry Agricultural Society offers $75.00 divided as follows: $20, $15, $12, $10. $8, $6, and $4 for the best Field of White Oats. ' The Ontario Department,*Agricul- ture will furnish the judge's.: Nature of competitioilp-'ield entered for competition must ebesist of not less than five acres and notbore than twenty. Competitors—Conrlpetition will be lim- ited to members ,:^ of the Turnberry Agricultural Society. Competitors can only enter in one Society and but one entry can be made by each competitors. Any individual can make entry for this competition by becoming a member of the society and paying an entrance fee of 81. All competitors must be within 15 miles of Wingham. All applications must be in by the 1st day of May. Entry forms and further particu- lars may be had by applying to A. G. SMITH, Secretary, Wingham. Office in Advance office. Needless. Waste Of time and energy can be avoided by the use of our Classified Want Ads. 'Time and energy rcprescot good dollars in this age. bo not ex- haust them, in an aimless search fox good help. the our Want Ada and the hdp will tome to you.. WYAM,M IRS, 1..r. SONO .... ntivance spring styles in Ladies' Wearing Apparel SPRING COATS, WAISTS, ANO DRESS MATERIALS White Sport Coats $1.0, 12.50, 15, 18.50 In the latest.styles, made from extra quality all wool Polo Coating, Channel Velvet and Chinchilla Coatings. Navy and Black Serge Coats $10.00, 15.00, 20.00 Ladies' Spring Coats made extra quality serges guaranteed fast dyes, suitable styles for all figures including 0. S. sizes for stout women. Black Silk Coats $15.00, 20.00, 27.50 Silk Coats in the newest styles, made from extra heavy coating silk in Peau de Soie and poplin, a very serviceable coat for spring and summer wear. Silk Crepe De Chene Waists $4.00, 4.50, 5.00 Washable silk Crepe Waists in latest styles with newest style collar and sleeves, in colors, white, maize and pink, sizes 34 to 40. Plain and' Fancy Stripe Voile Waists $2.00, $3.00, $3.50 Voile waists in a very serviceable quality of plain voile and neat stripe effects, an extra good waist that will wash and do up nicely. Silks, Coatings, and Dress Materials Our spring stock is now complete and the values are better than ever, having bought early before the great advance in woollens and cottons. PRODUCE WANTED April Designers are now in. Subscribers please call for their copy. ING 13ROS. 'Phone 71 corteelK0000logat MISS E. RUSI-14 ' 4(7 assisted by MISS BOLT of Barrie, as Trimmer, - nounces the Spring illinery Opening on Thursday, March 23 rd, i q i 6 and following days .0,mmodbeftwotro-ormovelmok....A START NOW There's no time like the pres- ent. Put off saving and you will never accumulate a com- petence. Start a savings ac- count at the Bank of Hamil- ton to -day. Small sums re- ceived from $1 upward. Capital Authorized $5,000,000 Capital Paid-up - $3,000.000 Surplus • • . • $3,475.000 Wingham Branch C. P. Smith, Manager New Spring Shoes Equal in number of styles to the best city stores and Much Cheaper in Price Here is one of the New Sh es for Ladies' Wear THIS handsome Patent Leather Balmoral A splendid Boot that will keep its shape, give good wear and is right up to the minute for style, The fronts are of Patent Colt and the tops are Matt. Calf. Known as "The London LadyjShoe." It looks just like "Queen Quality" and is an ex- ceedingly good value. The price is $4,00, but less the Cash Discount are $3.75 W. H. WILLIS Sole Agents ae for Ladies sm and Derby Shoes for Men • J Try The "Times" with your next order of Printing. tb Miss Reynolds Announces to the Ladies of Wing - ham and vicinity that 'the. Spring Stock of Millinery is no -' complete the staff at work, • everything $, in readiness tc) • + e the most care- $ ful attention and service to the $ requirements of her patrons. $ $ $ No 1IFormal Opening The Picture House ( WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY MARCH 22nd nd 23rd •t ,if Inc rable Mistre Bellairs Based on the ii3ook "Incomparable Bellairs" by Agnes and Egerton Castle. Produced by Harold Shaw Featuring Two Lovely and Brilliant Stars EDNA FLVGRATH and MERCY HATTON W. STEPH1aN BUSH, of the "Moving Picture World," says in his review of this exquisite film: —"It is refined comedy of the best type. . Acting excellent. Part of Mistress Bellairs is rendered very capably by Edna Flugrath.Photoplay far above the aver- age. . . An ideal attraction. I have never seen costumes photo- graphed with such detail. . . A high-class feature." F"• H. S. Film, of the "Motion Picture News," says:— "The pro- ducers cannot be given too much credit. . , A more entertaining film will be hard to find. Action leaves nothing to be desired. Photography perfect. . One interesting situation follows on the heels of another and interest is held until the finale , . . Altogether one of the best offerings of the month." Thursday and Friday, March 30th and 31st THEDA BARitA. In "THE TWO ORPHANS"