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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1953-06-11, Page 3106th Year -No, 24 aberiti tna1= tar W.M.S. HEARS LETTER FROM KOREAN NURSE The June meeting of North Street United Church W.M.S. was held in the church parlor on Mon- day afternoon of last week. The meeting opened in the usual way with Mrs..Jioward Robertson, pre- sident, m the chair. Part of the Coronatio{i Day service, led by Mrs. R. J. Howard, was used. The treasurer; Mrs. C. Holland, reported a bequest to the Society from the estate of the late Miss Minnie Campbell, of $200.00. Miss Grace Strang read the revised list of life members of whom there are 42. Mrs. J. Vincent read au in- teresting. letter from Miss V. Bourns, nurse in charge of the babies in Seoul Hospital in Korea. Miss Rudd, Christian steward- ship convener, read excerpts from the report of the Dominion board of the W.M,S., showing a favorable increase in givings. Mrs. Patter- son, corresponding secretary, read a thank you letter from Mrs. A. R. Scott in reply to a letter of sym- pathy received. Mrs. W. Hein, temperance convener, read a time- ly poem. Mrs. C. Barker opened the delotional period with prayer, followed by a meditation on the theme of the meeting. Joan Hay and Donna Horton played a duet. Miss Grace Strang gave an instructive talk on the last two chapters of the study book, The meeting was closed by prayer by Mrs. C. Barker HONOR COLLEGIATE TEACHERS AT TEA 1 Mrs. Frank Donnelly was hostess at a beautifully appointed tea, at the Maitland Golf Club, in honor of Miss Mabel Powell and Miss Lucille Barber. The tea table at which Mrs. f. M. Costello and Mrs. E. L. Dean poured tea, was centred with an attractive arrangement of gold and yellow tulips flanked by green candles in silver candelebra. Miss Powell, a member .of the teaching staff of the Goderich Dis- trict Collegiate Institute, is retir- ing, and Miss Barber, also a staff member, is leaving for a holiday in Britain. JACKMAN--MacKENZIE Pink and white, snapdragons, Calla Ribes and fern formed the background in Ashfield Presbyter- ian Church last Saturday after- noon when Rev. J. R. MacDonald united in marriage Ethel Mary MacKenzie, daughter of Mrs. Rod- erick MacKenzie and the late Mr. MacKenzie, of Kintail, and Clifford Russel Jackman, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Jackman, of Toronto. Given in marriage by her bro- ther, David MacKenzie, the bride wore a waltz -length gown of white silk organza over taffeta, with jacket of Chantilly lace. The full skirt had aplique of Chantilly lace and she wore a fingertip veil with lace headdress and carried a cas- cade bouquet of Johanna Hill roses. Attendants were Miss Beverly MacKenzie, of Kintail, niece of the bride, as -,bridesmaid and Mrs. Jean Bittle, of Toronto, as matron of honor. The attendants wore identical, waltz -length gowns of mauve and turquoise silk organza with matching headdresses and car- ried cascade bouquets of yellow carnations. Norman Jackman, of Toronto, attended his brother as grooms- man. Ushers were David Cowan and Art Bittle. • Miss Sally MacDonald was organ- ist and Miss Marion Munn sang "The Lord's Prayer" and "Through the Years." A dinner for about 70 guests was served at the community hall in Reid's Corners. The bride's mother chose a dress of forest green crepe and lace with black accessories and a corsage of pink gardenias. The groom's mother wore .a powder blue dress with matching jacket, white accessories and a corsage of pink gardenias. For a wedding trip to Washing- ton and New York, the bride don- ned a beige knitted suit, beige hat aand gloves, snakeskin with camel hair bag, coat and • a corsage of roses. On their return they will reside in Toronto. LUCKNOW GIRL 1,000TH VISITOR TO MUSEUM To Miss Shirley Gibson, of R.R. 3, Lucknow, goes the honor, of being the 1,000th person Ao visit the Huron County Pioneer Museum this year. ' To date, according to Curator J. H. Neill, 1,147 persons have toured the museum this year and REPLACE 50 schools have visited it since it was opened, On Sunday of last TO GLASS week, 121 pupils came from Bur- ford to view the relics at the museum. while you wail! Complete auto glass replacement service.' Hobbs Duolite and Duplate Safety Glass installed quickly, eco- nomically. Drive in now. Beevers Auto Supply Goderich. Phone 295 mivimmiamsamiami. gni ADJOURN CASES Because Crown, Attorney H. Glenn Hayes, Q,C., was occupied ,with County Court last Thursday, cases on the docket of weekly police court were adjourned until' today, GODERICH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JUNE llth, 1'953 WORLD'S FIRS MOBILE I1tUSEU.M--"Varnished boxes" and "snoozers", three ancient baggage cars, and three locomotives of yester- year make up this Canadian National Railways museum train: It houses, in permanent display, exhibitsi ranging all the way from tickets, lanterns, rails, Bible racks and pictures of his- torical events to tlie' power plant of the first diesel electric car in North America. Special sections are devoted to Royal Tours, pioneer railways, steam- ships, telegraphs, express and motive power. A family tree traces the growth of 265 pioneer railways, from Canada's first steam road in 1836, to the present 24,000 -mile Canadian National System, the largest on this continent, The history of railway development is the history of Canada. Pretty girls dressed in crinoline, hoop'skii•ts, poke bonnets and all, and veteran trainmen wearing costumes of a century ago, are shown, left, with M. A. Metcalf, vice-president and executive assistant of the Canadian National System, and Mayor Camit- lien Houde of Montreal on the oc- casion of the train making its public debut. Mogul No, 674, of 199, the oldest locomotive still operating on ttie CNR, is used to haul the train. It is a far cry from today's powerful locomotives. CEMENT MIXER SHOULD Officers of ,Junior BE IN MUSEUM --MAYOR With a big program of public works facing it this summer, Town Council decided last Friday night to get a cement mixer sent here. from London on approval with the possibility of buying it. The present mixer owned by the town is apparently on its last legs and in poor condition. "It should be, in the museum," com- mented Mayor J. E. Huckins. Reeve John Graham, chairman of public works, told ' of inspecting a reconditioned mixer in London which the council could buy for $450. The present mixer:' he said, could be repaired at considerable cost and even then would be sub- ject to further breakdowns. The mayor noted that it would cost over $400 to rent a mixer for the summer's work. POLIO SMALLPDX DIPHTHERIA 'POLIOTETANUS LEUKAEMIA ENCEPHALITIS MENINGITIS TREATMENT PERIOD FOR 5 YEARS. COVERAGE UP TO 8,000 COST --$10.00 FOR 2 YEARS. COMPLETE FAMILY PROTECTION Geo. G. MacEwan INSURANCE AGENCY WEST STREET PHONE 230, GODERICH -24 GODERICH PAVILION DANCING WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHTS Every Wednesday—Modern and old timO, dancing Clarence Petrie's Nighthawks. Saturday, Night ---Hal Nichols and his orchestra. ocals by 'Kay Jennings. The Pavilion is available for afternoon and evening ren- tals. The Management caters to luncheons, banquets, wedding receptions, etc. Phone 675 or 419. -21-2 SS AtPARK On the The Square - ----- PHONE 11.50 ' Now—June Allyson and Humphrey Bogart in 'Battle Circus.” ...�- _A1Q_JDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY— The Nelson Family-- Ozzie—Harriet—David and Ricky— Swap the medium of radio for the movie screen, to bring you a typical and hilarious Nelson matri-comedy. - "Here Come the Nelsons with Barbara Lawrence and, Rock Hudson 99 THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY -- Donald O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds and Dean Miller Hollywood's top talent team combine to produce a rollicking comedy -romance built on the theme of the young movie - struck chorine. "1 LOVE MELVIN In Technicolor 91 The Union of South Africa has more than 13,000 miles of govern- ment-owned railway. Don't spoil a good typewriter for lack of a tittle expert service e . -Cali 611 SKEOCH'S BLUE WATER MARKET SALES & SERVICE Chamber Installed Jack Purdon, regional vice-presi- dent of the Junior Chamber of Commerce of Canada, was guest speaker at a meeting of Goderich Junior Chamber of Commerce Wed- nesday night of last week and officially installed officers of the local chamber for 1953-54. Mr. Purdon, who has been in Goderich several times since the local group was formed, paid trib- ute to the members for their ac- tivity and to R. 11, Cornish, who was present, for /the aid he gave in starting the Jaatcee group here. In a brief address, he reminded members of the aims and objects of the Junior Chamber. Many ask; he said, what the Junior .Cham -1 ber of Commerce does. The junior chamber, he said, is a moving force ' for betterment in the community' and the individual member of each club is most important. "He is the one around whom the club, revolves,", Mr. Purdon said. Installing the new officers, he pointed out to each that the office each had accepted was one of ; dignity and importance. Officers installed were: Cec Hoff-' man, president; Bill Anderson, first vice-president; Ken Penning- ton, second vice-president; Bert Worsell, secretary, and Howard Aitken, treasurer. President Hoffman, reviewing the activities of the past year, th snked the outgoing executive for its co-operation.- and members of the local group for their support. Speaking also to the meeting was Mayor J. E. Huckins, who com- inended Jaycees for their activities. He also pointed out that members were welcome to attend Town Council meetings any 'time they wished. President Hoffman announced that one of. the Goderich members, Jim Brophey, . had been appointed Ieadership training chairman for Region Five. NAME OMITTED The name of Mr. Stanley Mc- Lean, Was inadvertently omitted t from the list of donors to the Goderich Lawn Bowling Club ap- r pearing in this paper' several 1 weeks ago. , a g It IA Is tt g c si b p to G LOVETT---GRIFFITHS 1 Carrying a white Bible from 1 { Lenore Griffiths became the bride I of William Ross Lovett in Victoria Street United Church. Rev. D. W. Williams officiated at the double ring ceremony. Mr. Bert Kempster played the nuptial music which consisted of 1 Bridal Chorus from "Lohengrin" by Wagner and Wedding March by Mendlssohn. .The soloist, Miss Joyce Gingras, sang "Because," and during the. signing of the register, "The Lord's Prayer." The bride, given in marriage by her father, was charming in a waltz -length gown of white nylon net over a bouffant skirt of satin. A fitted lace jacket topped the strapless bodice. Iier three attendants; Miss Mar- guerite Parrack of Hamilton, maid - of -honor for her cousin, Miss Jacolyn Vincent of Goderich and Miss Dianne .Ross, also of Hamil- ton, chose strapless nylon dresses with net over skirts in pastel shades of mauve, yellow, and green with matching bolero tops.. They carried identical bouquets of yel- low tea roses, Little Joyce Ilayter, of Varna, niece of the groom, dressed in a yellow taffeta gown, carried it dainty basket frilled with yellow roses. Barry Lovett, bro- ther of the groom, was best man and brothers of the bride, John and Arthur Griffiths were ushers. Following the ceremony a re- I ception was held in the church parlors which were beautifully de- corated for the occasion. The bride's table was centred with a three-tier wedding cake topped with a bride and groom in minia- ture. The bride's mother was dressed in a mauve crepe dress with a matching flowered hat, 1 white accessories and a corsage of yellow carnations, Mrs. Wil- liam Lovett, mother of the groom, wore a rosewood dress with white accessories and a corsage of white ' which red roses cascaded, Barbara cargo uns. After the reception the couple left for a trip to Ottawa and Que- bec. For travelling, • the bride longed a medium blue, suit wit's white accessories and a corsage of •cd tea roses. The bride was entertained at nisccllaneous showers at the lames of Miss Jacolyn Vincent and Iis Margaret Langille and at one iven by the Young Ladies' Mission Circle - of.R'the Baptist Church at he home .of Miss Vera Wilkins. cup ane saucer shower was given y Mrs.- Richard Campbell. The unday .School and choir of Vic- oria Street • United Church gave party at -which -the_- bride--to-be as . presented with an electric rill. - On the Wednesday prior to the eremony, Mrs. George Griffiths as - sled by Mrs. William Lovett en- , ert rines-f- tie-ttr,ar --.fr-iends--of-•the ride at a trousseau tea. Many out-of-town guests were resent and .„.the couple received essages of good wishes from d:s- nt places, including Australia. ODERICH MAN PRESENTS AWARD AT BRUCEFIELD A frucetield resident, Murray ibson, was honored when mem- 1 rs of the lrucefield International 'der of Odd fellows presented in with a veteran's jewel as a ark of 50 years service in the tge. District Deputy Grand Master mes McMillan, Goderich, pre. nted the award to Mr. Gibson, B. Baird read the address. Mr. bson was initiated into the lodge 1903. J. K. Cornish was chair - n of the program. Air The CAPITALS�eet -- PHONE 47 Now --"San Antone" ,tarring Rod Cameron and Arleen Whelan. MONDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY— John Lund, Audrey Totter and Brian Donlevy The dramatic story of a femme espionage agent active in Texas during the Civil War. 'The Woman They Almost Lynched' THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY --- "IVORY HUNTER" A British made Technicolor drama, telling of a courageous game warden who was beset by an evil ivory poaching ring. Anthony Steel, Dinah Sheridan and Harold Warrender Coming—In Technicolor. "Way of a Gaucho" with Gene Tier. Coming—"Thunderbirds"—with John Derek anti Mona Free - nay and Rory Calhoun. man. hr Or hi lit lot Ja se T. Gi in ma Colborne Townshi Area Served By p Seeks ' To Change Town Fire Brigade CORONATION ME TING ,. HELD BY ISTITUTE Colborne Township was virtually assured co-operation from Gode- rich by Town Council last Friday night in its move to delete part of the township from the fire pro- tection area now served by Gode- rich Fire Brigade. Appearing before Town Council, Reeve Stanley Snyder explained that some tune ago representatives from Blyth community approached the township council saying that they wished to establish a fire pro- tection area in their district and asking_, the council's co-operation. "We have an agreement with Goderich now for protection for the whole township," he said, "and we have no complaint about it." New Area He said the representatives ask- ed the council to consider placing a • section of Colborne farthest away from Goderich, notably the area around Au urn, in a new area to be served by the existing bri- gade in Auburn and another bri- gade being formed in Blyth. Councillor J. S. Kernighan of the township, explained that Blyth had already made a start on get- ting fire equipment there. Por- tions of Hullett, McKillop, Morris, East and West Wawanosh Town- ships were also becoming part of the new fire protection area, he said. Reeve Snyder, noting that the township now !lays a $250 stand- by fee to the town for protection asked if the fee night be reduced to $175 next year. He said he was not asking for a rebate on this year's fee. After discussing the matter, town council agreed to co-operate with Colborne and. suggested that the township send in a written request and also maps of the town- ship showing the area that would still be served by the town brigade. VANDERLINE_VANBENTHEM Rev. G. Huytmer officiated at the Presbyterian Church in Clin- ton last Friday when Miss Alice Vatlbenthem, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. ..Wolter Vanbenthem, of Vol- lenhove, Holland, was wilted in marriage with Bill Vanderline, of R.R. 2, Goderich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roelof Vanderline,, of Vollen- hove, Holland. The bride ' was gowned in an embossed crepe hyacinth _blue gown of floor -length rrith cathed- ral train and she wore a white veil of silk illusion. he carried a cascade bouquet of white Calla lilies, pink rosebuds and stephan- otis. The couple was unattended: A 'reception was held .following the ceremony at the home of the groom's sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Buflinga, Ben - miller. The couple will reside at R.R. 2, Goderich. The Coliseum at Rome accom- modated 100,000 spectators, 87,000 of whom were seated. Its arena measured 182 feet from side to side, and 285 feet from end to end. Of The regular monthly meeting of the Goderich Women's Institute, was held Thursday oL jast week in MacKay Hall with an ,excellent attendance. The room was ap- propriately decorated with baskets of purple lilacs and reef and yellow tulips, flags and pictures of Queen Elizabeth and the Royal family. Mrs. D. Riehl presided and Mrs. A. B. Straughan gave the Scripture reading. Roll call was answered by naming a past Queen of Eng- land. 'Several thaws you cards were read from •sick and shut-ins. Proceeds from the rummage sale amounted to over $32.00. Conven- ers were appointed for the Coron- ation tea. They are Mrs, C. Hol- land, Mrs. Geo. Mathieson, Mrs. H. Doak, Mrs. I. McLean. Mem- bers were asked to contribute to both the tea and bake table. Several from the Institute at- tended the District annual held in Dungannon. Interesting pic- ture slides were shown. Sharon Smith, winner cizf the Institute prize of $25.00 in the piano class at the recent festival, delighted the audience with several fine selec- tions. Lunch was served by 'Mrs. K. F. Wilkinson and her commit- tee, Mrs. A. B. Straughan, Mrs, C. Straughan, Mrs. I. McLean, Mrs. W. Doak and Mrs. R. J. Bullen. WILLING WORKERS The May meeting of the class was held at the home of Mrs. Frank Horton with a very good attendance. Mrs. Jack Williams had charge of, the devotional period, opening the meeting with a hymn and the Lord's Prayer. Mrs. Don Bissett read the Scripture lesson and Mrs. Aubrey Smith, Mrs, Milton Fisher and Mrs. Williams gave readings. During the. busi- ness meeting a generous donation was gii'en to the church annivers- ary. Mrs. Vernon Smith presented gifts to Mrs. Cecil Langille and Mrs. Jack McKinnon, who are leav- ing town. A social hour followed, with Mrs. Bob McLean assisting. the hostess. RECEIVES DEGREE IN HOUSEHOLD ECONOMICS At Convocation of the Univers- ity of Toronto held on Thursday of last week, Helen Phyllis Mont- gomery, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Montgomery, R.R. 4, Gode- rich, received a B.A.. degree in,� Household Economics, graduating With honors. ' Helen graduated from the Gode- rich Collegiate Institute in 1949 and was awarded the Hugh 1. Strang Scholarship for the student with the highest standing. She was also awarded a Carter Scholar- ship for Huron County. Mr. and. Mrs. Montgomery, accompanied 5a their son, Harry, attended the graduation exercises. PAGE THBR MAKI THE at T OF • A typical group safeguarded by a 'Sun"life of Canada Family income Policy which simply, economkafly and effectively ensures a continuing income for the widow should the husband die; provides educational funds for the children; and finally makes available the full amount assured which can be used to pur- chase on annuity for the mother + when the children are old enough to become wage earners. PLANNED LIFE INSURANCE BRINGS PEACE OF MiND Without obligation, let me tel you how the facilities of thi' SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COM- PANY OF CANADA can befit meet your particular needs in r way that will fit your pocketbook; Harold W. Shore NORTH ST, PHONE 766W Representative of SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA Information available on N.H.A. loans. Counter . Sales • .Check Books' • PLAIN or PRINTED Printed, Gummed ' Tapes,. obtainable at Signal -Star Ltd. West Bt. Phone 71 + For those who suffer in body of spirit, The Salvation Army holds open the Door to Help and Hope. To the ,weak, the erring, the unfortunate, The Salvation Army is an unfailing friend. Its under. standing heart and 'human touch; can heal the scars of misfortune or misdeed. YOUR dollars help keep the doors of The Salvation Army s hostels, havens, homes and. hospitals open. To The Salvation Army, these dol-_ fans are a sacred trust, to be used wisely in relieving human need. >; Members of the Kinsmen Club will contact you between June 15 - 20. Phone 704W ow dill-leadquarters.