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Clinton News-Record, 1950-05-25, Page 16CLINTON NEWS -RECORD PAGE THREE ,et s. at A Woman's Viewpoint on This and That B (MMB BY A ALONG with a large number of 'townspeople, we thoroughly enjoyed the RCAF Chorus, at, a 'concert held in the Town Hall under the auspices of the Baptist Church Thursday evening last... Under, the leadershipof F/L C. L. Harding, the group presented a nicely balanced program of folk song, negro spirituals, sacred and popular songs .., . Intersper- sed among these, were five vocal solos by F/O W. J. P. Robertson and F/L R. A. B. Ellis, and both eiano and organ selections by, gt. H. V. Boyes ;r. d, a SINCE organizing early in the year, the chorus has been most generous with its time and talent in assisting local groups .. . The community should be very proud and grateful that such fine young men live within its midst and are willing to devote so much time ,o such an enterprise . . To odd' to the enjoyment of the concert, the chorus brought along a Hammond organ and also un- usual lighting effects . . s: :t THE CHORUS presented its concert in Goderieh Sunday evening in aid cf Manitoba Re- lief Fund and again in Auburn tonight and in Seaforth Sunday for the same good cause . . :k * * JUNE! . . the month of flowers and brides . And Clinton again this year has its quota of girls who are choosing the most beautiful month of the year in which to ,be married . . * n * ONE of the early June brides is Jean McIntyre, who is being married this week . . H e r mother, Mrs. H.A. McIntyre, ent- ertained at a delightful trousseau tea Saturday afternoon last . , . The bride -elect, gowned in grey crepe and corsage of lily -of -the - valley and pink tulips, assisted her mother, who wore a figured brown crepe and corsage of yel- low tulips, . in receiving the guests . . * S r. THE tea table, attractively ar- ranged with lace cloth and cent- red with a bouquet of yellow t u 11 s, lily -of -the -valley and white candles, was presided over by Miss Jessie McIntyre ... Tea ssistants were Donalda Adams, hyllis McBride and Viola Fraser nd Mrs. Alex Haddy and Mrs. Venner in the kitchen . , . Show - ng the trousseau upstairs were Margaret Shoebottom and Jessie Watt . r. * a. ANOTHER bride-to-be of this month is Joan 'Pines . She was feted an interesting miscel- lapeous shower given'by Mrs. Art Knight and Mrs. W. H. Robinson at the former's home, Friday. evening , Gaily wrapped gifts of china, crystal; silverware and kitchen utensils were presented in a huge umbrella gaily decorat- ed in pink and blue crepe paper , . •t x: a, A BLOSSOM TEA . . T h e very words spell an attraction which is hard to resist on a lovely May afternoon._ . . And judging from the crowds that attended the Blossom Tea, given by the Friendship Club of St. Paul's Anglican Church, not too many ladies in town could' resist it ... 4,5s THE 'tea and bazaar lived up to its name . The Parish Hall was banked with late spring flow- ers of every type - blossoms, tulips, narcissi and lilacs . . . The bazaar table were attractiv- ely arranged to sell their wares and the candy table was espec- ially beautiful, covered with a white cloth and centred with lighted candles around which were individual sherbet cups filled with lily -of -the -valley and forget-me-nots m >,, ',Y THE tea tables were as dainty as any we have seen at a church tea -centred with sweet peas and carnations . A card denoting the price of the tea, had attach- ed to it, a colored thimble • in which was encased a small bou- quet of forget-me-nots, which we understand was the handicraft of the club's capable •president RECEIVING the many guests were Mrs. R. M. P. Bulteel, smart in a brown and beige jersey dress with a wide brimmed white lace hat, banded in brown, and Mrs. George McLay, president of the club, wearing a blue and grey printed crepe and white and blue 'IN charge of the apron booth were Mrs. Ruby Fitzsimons, and Mrs. M-rion Leybourne; crafts, Mrs. Helen Elliott, Mrs. Shadvolt; children's wear, Mrs. Lois De- Beaupre, Mrs. Meadie Elliott, Mrs. Marie Scott; second-hand clothing ,exchange, Mrs. Agnes Mayhew, Mrs. Ila Cudmore; kit- IOd/o Discount CLINTON DAY ONLY on Lighting Fixtures Floor Lamps Table Lamps SEE OUR STOCh ••a • Clinton Electric Shop D. W. Cornish - WESTINGH'OUSE DEALERS - PHONE 479 -- Residence 358 "EVERY HOUSE NEEDS WESTINGHOUSE" f wWN."0..+wa«..vv.svaww.+MINNO ...•.�...w..sr r.......r...�w�.« Clinton Day Shoppers! We invite you to visit our new office on Clinton Day. We have acquired. this '4 since last Clinton Day as a means of bet- ter display for our ever-increasing stock and providing a place our customers will enjoy visiting. ON CLINTON DAY ]Feer, purchase of $5.00 or more ; entitles the customer to a ticket on a draw which will be made at 9.00 p.m. Saturday. The first name 1 Combination Door complete' with glass, latch. drawn will recei Ire of any size desired, screen, hinges and The second will receive l Gallon of aint in any color desired, and a good quality paint brush. In addition' to the above offer substantial 'dis- counts will be effective on Masonite, Arborite, Alumi- num Trim, Stock. Sash and Pajnts. ;. J.W. COUNTER BUILDERS' SUPPLIE{S t PHONE 120 CLINTON guson was the minister, inter- -»e+,Nr.►.,nn....v..ws.w.n.i•.•i•.+.n.v..w•i.wr.•r.o..nowm.44,04,..o owe..) merit was in Exeter Cemetery. ' chen, Mrs. Bud Counter, Mrs. Jessie Hart, Mrs. Grace White, Mrs. Hattie Burton; baking booth, Mrs. Martha Ellwood, Mrs. Vii' Habgood, Mrs. Edna Little, Mrs. Evelyn Seaman; bran barrel, Mrs. Margaret 'Bridle and Mrs. Ethel Gibbon; candy, Mrs. Ber- nice Henry, Mrs. Margaret Smith, Mrs. Jean Herman, Miss Freda Schoenhals, Mrs. Dorothy Crozier Tea, assistants 'were' Mrs.' Stella McRae, Mrs. Joe Winter, Mrs. B. 'Cook, Mrs. Lucy Gard- iner, Mrs. Kay Campbell ... M* Dorothy O'Connell acted treasurer . . 1, OBITUARY I.. CHARLES COOPER.' (By our Hensall correspondent) Charles Cooper, highly esteem- ed resident of Hensall, died at. his home Wednesday, May 24, after a short illness, in his 72nd year. He was a member of Car- mel Presbyterian Church, and held the office as' elder of the church. He was a member of Huron Lodge 224 A.F. and A.M. Surviving is his widow, form- erly Lottie Upsha w. Funeral 'services were held from, Bonthron's Funeral Home, Friday afternoon, May 26; It was ;Largely attended. Rev. P. A. Ferguson preached the memorial address. Huron Lodge 224, A.F. and A.M. were in charge. Pall- bearers were R. J. Cooper, Dun- can Cooper, Emmerson kyle, W. O. Goodwin, Prank Wright, W. J. F. Bell, members of the order. In- terment was at Baird's Cemetery. Worshipful Master Alfred Moffat conducted graveside services. The casket end grave were banked with lovely floral tributes. LOUIS DURAND Following a heart attack which he suffered two weeks ago, Louis Durand, 64, well known Stanley Township fanner, died at his home on the Blue Water Highway. A year ago he had both legs amputated at Clinton Public Hos- pital, and Zurich Lions Club and personal friends purchased arti- ficial legs costing $500. Mr. Durand was learning to walk and could go 'to the barn. attended church, and was able to walk up the aisle by himself, Surviving are 'his widow, five sons and five daughters, W. C. STIRLING (By our Bayfield correspondent) The death occurred in Calgary, Alta., on Wednesday, May 17, of W. C. Stirling, formerly of Hanna, Alta,, following a major operation. William Colwell Stir)isq was burs ii' Goderich Township in 1873. being the fourth son in a family of 14, children of ,the late William' Stirling and Rebecca J. Colwell, pioneers on the fourth concession. He attended Goderich Collegiate and the Model School before going to Marqueate, !Jlrh, where he operated a gents fur. nishing store. In 1906 he was married to Miss Elizabeth Katherine Mc- Leod of Marquette, and in 1007 he disposed of his store rind went to Newton, Alta. He also resided in Bassano before locating at Hanna, where he was one of the first settlers. Here he played a very prominent part in the de- velopment of the place. There were only eight houses in the town when he went there, lie built the first Post Office which is still in use, and printing office where the Hanna Herald is still printed and he also had a real estate office and an insurance office. He was the first Post- master, being appoinetl in Oc- tober 1912, from. ,,rhieh Last he retired in 1948. Two small sons wore drowned in 1916 and his wife predeceased him in 1936. In 1938 he was married to Miss Anne Willison who with his son, Donald (with the RCAF, Ottawa), and small granddaughter, Katherine Bev- erly, survive him, Surviving also are eight sisters and three brothers: • Maly (Ws. Donald MacKenzie), Hayfield; Jo h n, George and Sadie (Mai. Craw- ford), Pickford, ,Mich., Rebecca (Mrs. Johnson), St. Tgnece, Jes- sie (Mrs. Loree), Nanton, Alta., Luella (Mrs. Herb Wallis), D'Arcy, Sask., Sandy, Goderich Township, Misses Maud and Josephine, Bayfield, end Char- lotte (Mrs. Hugh McLaren) Port Elgin. A staunch churchman, he was an elder in the United Church, Hanna. He was also a member of the- Masonic order. The funeral was held from Hanna United Church on Saline- day, atur-day, May 20, with Masonic rites, Interment was made in Hanna Cemetery beside his wife and two children. Mr. and Mrs- Stirling visited his sisters here and other rela- tives in the district a year ago on their way home after having spent the winter in Ottawa. He had many warm friends here Who learned of his passing with regret. WILLIAM G.- BELL (By our Hensall correspondent) • William G. Bell, prominent and life 'long resident of Hay Town- ship, ' passed away in Victoria Hospital, London, Thursday af- ternoon. May 25, in his 67th year following a week's illness. • Born in Hay Tour n ,hila where be .farmed successfully for many years. He was an active member of Clarmel Presbyterian Church. and member of the' Masonic Order. Surviving are his • widow, for - mar Carolin.e Gould; one •son, Warold. Hensall; one daughter, Mrs. J. D, Carter , V u'd ), lid- monton, Alta.; three sisters Mrs Jim MacLean, Mrs Alice Cooper, Kippen; ° Mrs. John McAllister. Hensall; .onee brother, Robert • D. Bell, London.. One son, • Pilot Officer Alvin G. Bell was killed during air .operations in: the Sec- and Great Warr • One lap hti r, Reta, passed away sonic yea; sago,. Mr. end Mrs. Bill had •recently purchased a new home •in Exeter end were going to take up resi- dence there.. Private funeral ser- vices Were held ,from his home .Lot 20, Concession 4, 'Hay Town ship, •Monday .afternoon, lav 29. Service was' in charge ' of the Masonic order. Rev P. A Per-. MISS' CLARA L. G. COPP Clinton friends of Miss Clara Copp, affectionately 'known as Daisy by her friends, will be saddened to learn of her death on April 25, 1950, at Phoenix, Arizona, where she,had resided for the past 11 yers. A daughter of the late Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Copp, she spent her earlier years in Clinton, going to Toronto, for teacher's training, then in 1928 graduated from the Western Hospital School of Nurs- ing. Deceased is 'survived' by Dr. J. Clarence Copp and Mrs. W. S. Greig, Toronto, and Dr, E. F. EX-CLIwO.P,NL4N, RECALLS EARLY DAYS IN• TOWN. (Continued: from Page One) • ever, Should I' 'not• be able to make the trip, may. I wish you the best. of success in your Re= union. The people Lf: Clinton will'make the wanderers welcome. Foster Copp, La - Jolla, 'Calif. Memorial services were con- ducted by Canon Morton 'T.Kel- sey of Trinity Church Phoenix. "My thanks and: best Wishes to you and your 'committees, and for sending me the notice; will be, glad- to get' further informa- tion." • After 40 Years W. A. Eagleson, Buchanan, North Dakota, writes: "Would • like to see the town again;, it is 40 years since I was there." Spent • Happy Years.: Here. Mrs. Bertie Haber, Romeo, Mich., writes: "I sure do hope to be there; also my brother, Elgin Mason.' I also expect to have one guest. I am watching The NEWS-REC For. Future Reference I suppose you' asked every fifth men About his income?" in- quired the first spinster enufner- ator. "Every fiftli:'man?" encountered the other' enumerator; the ambi- tious ' type of single working girl, "No, I changed the rules 'slightly, I only asked 'bachelors and widowers." and find the names are coming in. Yes, I spent many • happy • years in., dear old home of ray childhood, I always look forward to going home to meet old friends." 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