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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 1955-03-24, Page 7THURSDAY - MARCH 24, 1955 CLINTDN NEWS -RECORD r-.-.•-.-.•�+�.--.-fit. News of. Holmesville Mr. and . Mrs. Nelson 'Brown; etroit, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank awson and Lynn, London, were ecent guests of Mr. and Mrs. D. Glidden. Cpl, and Mrs. A, E. Smith and roily, who' have been staying th Mr. and Frank k :Mrs. 'McCul- ugh, have left'. for Woodstock, .B., before going on to their new me at Summersicle, PEI. The Women's Missionaryy Society Y HolmesviI1eU Church rchm et n the church for the regular eeting. -Mrs. Lloyd Bond was in Barge of the program and gave fe call to worship and the open lg prayer. The hymn, "Come, Poly Ghost" was sung. The Scripture lesson, parts of aul's letters, was read by Mrs. Grigg and Mrs. W. Yeo, with nirnents on it by Mrs. Bond. !rs. E. Grigg and Mrs. R. Miller GOSHEN LINE. Irish. Social in Irish social was held, in the ?mship Hall at Varna on St. rick'snight, sponsored by the ohen = W am a n' s Association. aut 18 tables of erokinole were yed, followed by a short Irish Wim. he program consisted of piano is by Donna Hayter and Merle strong tap dancing. by Gwen Gail _McBride; recitation by nt Keys; saxaphone and trum duets by Mrs. William Taylor Mrs. C. McBride; accordian s by Mrs. E. Keys; violin num- by William Hayter and a sing led by Mrs. B. Keys. v,' T. J. Pitt told about St, rick's life. Acting as chair - was Mrs. Robert McKinley. inch was served by the South yen group. re prize winners for the crok- were: men's high, Fred Me - gent; low, Gerald Keys; ladies' Mrs. Gladys Coleman; low, Floyd Armstrong, sang a duet, and Mrs, L. Bond discussed the chapter in the study book. The business period was taken by the president, Mrs, William Norman. It was decided to have a special speaker for . the annual spring thankofferin service. Mrs. � g g, William Norman gave a short temperance report, and the meet- ing closed with the hymn, "O ot the WakingWorld"and Master prayer by ra r Mrs. Bond. e The Woman's Association met following the WMS meeting, with' tho president, Mrs. Jack Yeo in the chair. The meeting opened with the theme song and 'repeating the creed. The Scripture lesson unci comments were taken by Mrs, Jack Yeo. The treasurer's report was given by Mrs. Edward Grigg. Mrs. Lloyd Bond gave 'the re- port; of : the entertainment ' com- mittee. The meeting .closed with the hymn "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and prayer. Fol- lowing the' meeting, an auction sale of "odds 'n ends" was held in the Sunday School rooms, with Mrs. Jack Yeo as the auctioneer. Lunch was served by the host- esses, Mrs. Bert Trewartha, Mrs. William Norman and. Mrs. Ken- neth Harris. Mens Club The Wesley -Willis Men put on a St. Patrick's evening in Holmes - vino United Church. With Charles Nelson, president,as chairman, the evening opened with a *Inn sing led by Benson Sutter. The male choir sang"Where Jesus Dwells" and Mfss Margaret Holland sang "Consider the Lilies". Leslie Pearosn sang "Abide With Me'followed by a reading "Dorcas" by Miss Stone, The male choir sang "I Ani Listening" and "Steal Away". Miss Holland sang "Galway Bay", Hector Kingswell played a bag- pipe selection, and Leslie Pearson sang "Macnamara's Band" and. "Kelly". The evening concluded with the male choir singing "Love's Old Sweet Song" with Ro- bert Irwin taking the solo parts, and God Save the Queen. CLINTON MEMORIAL SHOP OPEN TUES., THURS. and FRIDAY AFTERNOONS At other times contact Thomas Steep, phone Clinton 1.86W; residence, Shipley Street. T. PRYDE and SON- CLINTON — EXETER — SEAFORTH Goderich Township Robins Were seen in the Blue Water Area on February 28th, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Merkley,, Wingham, called on Mr. and Mrs, Fred Wallis on Sunday while at their Lane -O -Pines Beach cottage, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Husband accompanied by Mrs. Verna Ruddy all of London, spent Sunday at their cottage at Lane -O -Pines Beach., Gil'xazelwood, proprietor of Silver Birch Cabins is atpresent a patient in Victoria Hospital, prtai, London; having undergone surgery on Friday morning. Mr. and'Mrs. Bert"-Comley and family, Stratford, were at their summer home on Sunday. Mr. Comley had the misfortune to fall in -.the lake and reported it still very cold. VARNA Qinte recently Mrs.. Elizabeth Beatty reached ,her '90th birthday; and she was the •recipient of many birthday greetings and good wish- es for the future. She was able to receive in person those ,who called to congratulate her. For many years Mrs. Beatty was the librarian of our local library. The public schools in this neigh- bourhood have returned to normal in the matter of attendance as the pupils who were the victims of the flu epidemic" have returned to school. General dissatisfaction is being expressed at the new train and mail schedule. The time to an- swer •mail is very limited. Varna residents hope that sufficient pressure will be brought to bear upon the authorities responsible, to provide something more satis- factory. 4`. S. Scruton CITIES SERVICE DISTRIBUTOR Phone — Clinton 377 Goderich 320.4 r PAGE SEEN of Auburn ews -Mrs, Wes Bradnock, attended a CGIT meeting in 'Clinton recently. Donald Ross, Oakville, spent the weekend with his another Mrs. F. Ross. Mrs. Ross Bradnock, Seaforth, v�sited"her son Wes and Mrs. Bradnoelt on Saturday. Mrs. Catherine Dobie is visiting her daughter Mrs. Jarnes:-Johns- ton and Mr. Johnston, Bluevale. Mr. and Mrs. J. R.. Weir andY,SP week- end elc family, London,'spent the ' e - end with . Dr, B. C. Weir and Mr. and Mrs, . D. A. MacKay. Mrs. John Sclater;; Mr and Mrs. L. Hemberger •and Miss' Hatti Murray, Seaforth, visited Mr, "and Mrs: Edgar Lawson, `Saturday. The pupils of USS Na 5, Hul lett (Auburn) presented a ve enjoyable program over CKNX Wingham, Saturday morning u der the supervision of their teach er, D. A. MacKay, and music sup ervisor Miss Margaret A, Jackson Mrs. George Hamilton who ha been visiting friends at Seaforth and Brumfield has returned home Some eight •ladies are attending a sewing' course being held in the basement' 'of Knox Presbyterian church. The curse is sponsored by the Women's Institute, " Miss Kidd, Toronto, is the instructor. Women's Institute Mrs. Durnin Phillips, district president, was guest speaker at the March meeting of the Wom- en's Institute held in the Forest- ers' halt' Mrs. Phillips spoke on Institute work and also of her trip through. Washington. • Other numbers on the program included a piano instrumental by Mrs. 'Sid McClinchey, and an ac- Gordian number by Mrs. G. R. Taylor. A paper on the motto prepared. by Mrs. Gordon McPhee was read by Mrs. Keith Machan. During the business period the secretary Mrs. D. Fowler read several "Thank You" letters, also a letter from Salada Tea Co.,' in regard to a Salada Tea Rug competition. Mrs. Robert Turner gave a report on the Sunshine' Sisters banquet which willbe held in Londesboro on April 19. The roll call was an- swered by paying of fees, The nominating - committee brought in the following slate of officers which was adopted: hon- orary presidents, Mrs. E. Lawson, Mrs. H. Mogridge, Mrs. A. Camp- bell; past president, Mrs. W. Brad - nock; president, Mrs. W. Good; first vice-president, Mrs. George Milian; second vice-president, Mrs. A. Plunkett; secretary -treasurer, Mrs. Bert Craig; assistant, Mrs. Gordon Miller; district director, Mrs. Bert Craig; publicity conven- -er, Mrs. F. Ross; visiting commit- tee, Mrs. Thomas Haggitt, Mrs. H. Mogridge, Mrs. A. Nesbitt. Directors, Mrs. Oliver Anderson, Mrs. George Hamilton, Mrs. Robert Turner, Mrs, Fred Ross; pianists, Mrs. R. J Phillips, Mrs. W. J. Craig, Mrs: Sid McClinchey; aud- itors, Mrs. E. Lawson, Mrs. C. M. Straughan. Convener of standing commit- tees: agriculture and Canadian in- dustries, Mrs: Keith Meehan; cit- izenship and education, •Mrs. Wor- thy Young; health, Mrs, Don Hain- es: community activities and pub- lic rel do ' a ns, Mrs. Bert Deer; ,his tbrical research s arch and current even- ts, Miss Margaret King; home ec- onomies, Mrs. Ed Davies; resolut. ions, Mrs. Gordon Dobie. Mrs. D. Phillips conducted' -,the installation ofofficers. Mrs, Brad - nock thanked'everyone 'for the - loyal support she had received dur- Yring her tenure of office. ]VIrs. R. J. Phillips was pianist n- for the meeting. Refreshments - were served by the hostesses Mrs. - W. Good, Mrs. W. Goddard, Mrs. • H.:Mogridge, Mrs. Sid McClinch- s ey and.Miss `Viola Thompson. . r+.• �...-a ost glamorous way to arrive ...most exciting. way. to o There are few, possessions from which you can derive the pride and pleasure that are yours when you own a Chrysler. Wherever you make your appearance in this magnificent motorcar, your arrival becomes a notes - worthy occasion. It introduces you as one who appreciates truly modern beauty -tastefully simple in design -and masterfully crafted. Every time you turn the ignition key of a new Chrysler, ybn're ready to discover again a driving pleasure without equal. The quiet purr of a mighty engine invites you to travel far away from the cares of the day. Luxurious surroundings coax you to relax and enjoy each mile to the fullest. To `sample this pleasure, drive a new -Chrysler. scion. Note the admiring' glances that come your way when you ride in this superb automobile. Then ' you'll realize that you belongin a Chrysler! Manufactured in Canada by Chrysler Corporation of Canada, Ligated • beautifully and totally new for 1955 VISIT, YOIJR_�CHR HONE 465 S L E: R- P L Y M `O U T 11 - FARGO DEALE S 0 0 N. PORTER'S HILL The Woman's Association of Grace .United. Church held the regular meeting at the home of Mrs. D. McDougall -"The president, Mrs. A. Lockhart was in charge of the meeting which opened by sing- ing "He Liveth Long' Who Liveth Well". Mrs. Ray _Cox led in prayer and the Scripture lesson was read by Mrs. W. Cox. The roll call was answered by a dona-. tion of 25 cents toward the church kitchen. 'Secretary -treasurer's re- ports were heard and conveners of the various committees reported. The afternoon was spent quilt- ing. Mrs. Reid Torrance gave an interesting reading and the meet- ing closed with the, Mizpah bene diction. Lunch was served by the hostess. The next meeting will be at the, home of Mrs. Thomas Sowerby. Conumwity Club The Porter's Hill Community Club met on Wednesday at the home of Mrs. E. Townshend. The president, Mrs. Peter Harrison, was in charge . of the meeting which opened with repeating the Lord's Prayer following a sing- song. Roll call was answered with an Irish song -title, Secretary's and treasurer's report were given and correspondence read. - It was decided to give a $10. donation to each of the following: Ontario Society for Crippled Children; Red Cross Society and the Cancer Fund. Final plans. were made for the card party and dance to be held in the Porter's Hill school in .April. Mrs, William Harris conducted three contests. Winners were Mrs.• Ray Cox, Mrs. Harry Torrance, Mrs. Peter Harrison, The meeting closed by repealing the Mizpah benediction and lunch was served by the hostess. The next meeting • will be the annual election of officers and will be at the home of Mrs. Alvin Betties. Irish Social A St. Patrick's social was held on Friday evening last in the base. tient of Grace Church for the congregations of both Grace Church and Taylor's Corners. A sing -song was enjoyed with Mrs. William Cox at the piano. Rev. P. Renner acted as chairman for a short program of readings, vocal solos, duets and piano solos. This was followed by games and puzzles. Prizes for the observa- tion puzzle went to: high, Mrs. George Ginn; low, Mr. Ginn; for a smelling contest, high, Mrs. Ray Cox, low, Bruce Harris; pinning the shamrock, high, Mary Town- shend, low, Donald McDougall. Lunch was served by the ladies. CLINTON ATTENTION FARMERS! We can supply Cities Service • Oil by the case at Regular Farm Prices .Come in today and get your supply, Your Choice of three Top - Grade oils ® KOOLMOTOR ♦ CITIES SERVICE • 5-D They are all. good. RAY'S Cities Service Ciiies Service Products Raymond_Iloggerlh, Prop. Clinton Ontario CONSTANCE Congratulations to Mr, and Mrs. William Jewitt on the arrival "of their son in Scott Memorial.Hos- pital, Seaforth, on Tuesday, March 8. William Britton is a patient in Scott Memorial Hospital, Sea - forth,. Mrs. Charles Riley received word from Regina, Sask., that her mother is very i11' :in Wolseley Hospital. Mrs. Walter Scott Is a patient in Stratford General Hospital: Mrs. Charles Riley. suffered a very, painful accident"at her home e or Friday,"March 11while woIt r - i n with the e electric. wash r e.e x r hand became entangled in the wringer and it required 18,stitches to close the wound. Congratulations to Mr, and Mrs. Warren on the. arrival of their daughter in London March 11 (a, granddaughter. for Mr. and Mrs. Earl •Lawson). Master Jimmy r Thompson, son of Mr, and Mrs. Kenneth .Thomp- son, . is 111 with pneumonia. James Jamieson, Hullett 'and , John Thompson, McKillop, have returned home from an enjoyable 6,000 mile tri through Pthe At- lantic lantic coastal' and gulf states.•They visited the White House and gov- ernment buildings in Washington, D.C.and were in New Orleans - during the Mardi Gras, They saw a total of 18 states.. FARMERS we are shipping cattle every Saturday for United Co-operatives of Ontario and solicit your patronage. We wtIi pick them up at your farm. Please PHONE COLLECT not later than Friday nights. Seaforth Farmers Co-operative H. S Hunt, Manager Phone—Day 9, Evenings 481w 39-tfb GRASS SEEDS GRASS SEEDS• ARE NOT TOO EXPENSIVE THIS SPRING By careful buying, mixtures con be made up at very little more cost than Bast year. ' A 24 -pound per acre permanent grass" mixture can be made up at $10,00 per acre. • Early ordering should ,pay this year, - CONTRACT BARLEY We still hove some left. Let us know your requirements. Fred O. Ford PHONE 123W GRAIN and SEED CLINTON ]PRONE . 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