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Clinton News-Record, 1950-10-26, Page 6PAGE',,SIX CLINTON" NEWS -RECORD THURSDAY, OCTOl5 R 28; 1050, Goderich Township Miss Irma Bean, ;'Colborne, spent a few days last week with her aunt, Mrs. Charles Wallis. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Archibald, Seaforth, end Stuart , McEwen, Stanley, spent Sunday with Mr. end^ Mrs. Stewart Middleton. Mr. and Mrs. George , Woods and Mr. and Mrs. Royal Cooley, Detroit, spent ` the weekend at the former's cottage at Lane 0' - Pines Beach. , Mr. and sMrs. Robert Fisher and family, Stratford, spent Sun- day with the lady's ` mother, Mrs. Martin, .and Miss Elsie Martin at their Lane O'Pines Beach sum- mer' home. Guests with Mrs. J. Leslie Cox over the weekend while attend- ing the Cox -Finley wedding re - caption included: Mr. end Mrs;` William J. Stewart. Fergus; Mr. and Mrs. William C. Sindeir,,' Miss Annette Sinclair, and Mrs. J. Benson Cox, Clinton;: Mrs, P. B. Moffat'. and; Miss Janie, Sea - forth; and Mr.'. and Mrs. William J. Bond, Goderich. Buys Four More Mr. and Mrs Stewart Middle- ton attended the Ontario Aber- deen -Angus Association annual sale in London on Friday last when . Stewart purchased four "titled ladies" to add to his .ac- credited herd. SEAFORTH--Northside United Church observed its 73rd anni- versary on Sunday, Oct. 22, when the church was filled to capacity in the morning, and a large crowd attended -in the evening when the other churches closed. Dr. R. T. Richards, London, was guest preacher. TOWNSHIP OF STANLEY Court of Revision The Council of the Township of Stanley will hold a Court of Revision on the 1951 Assessment Roll, in the Township Hall, Varna, on Monday, November 6, 1950 at 10 a.m, All appeals must be in the hands of the Clerk on or before October 31, 1950. (Signed)—FRED S. WATSON, Township Clerk, Bayfield 42-3-b PORTER'S H-IILL Hear the Famous J. M. Schneider ORPHEUS MALE CHOIR 40 VOICES in BRUCEFIELD UNITED CHURCH Wednesday, November 1 at 8 p.m. Auspices Brucefield United Get your tickets early! This is a treat ford' to miss at these low prices: ADULTS 50 cents CHILDREN A social evening is being held in the church basement on Fri- day evening, October 27. The remainder of the afternoon was, spent quilting after which the hostess served a delicious lunch. Undergoes Operation Mrs, Maurice Frame underwent an operation in Clinton Public Hospital on Friday ilasti. Her friends join in wishing her a speedy recovery. Community Club Meets The monthly meeting of. the. Community Club was held on Wednesday , last at the home of Mrs. Austin Harris. The presi- dent was in charge of the meet- ing which opened with• repeat- ing the Lord's Prayer. Secretary and treasurer's reports were giv- en. Roll call was 'answered by the name of your first school teacher. Several items of busi- ness were discussed, Mrs. A. Lockhart conducted two contests end readings were given'by Mrs. B. Harrison and Mrs. Donald Harris, , Church you cannot af- 25 cents 42-43-b • —NOTICE— John E. Longstaff REGISTERED OPTOMETRIST MAIN STREET - - SEAFORTH Ground Floor Directly Opposite Post Office EYES EXAMINED GLASSES FITTED PRESCRIPTIONS FILLED Graduate College of Optometry, May 1949; one year with established Optometrist in Orillia. New Office Modern Equipment Latest Style Frames PHONE SEAFORTH 791 FOR APPOINTMENT Residence, Seaforth 342J . 42-43-b C Come with the Crowds to the 21st ANNUAL' Seaforth Lions Hallowe'en Frolic Tuesday, Oct. 31 Memorial Arena Seaforth • OUTSTANDING ICE SHOW • • BINGO • ; YOUR FAVOURITE GAMES • •' DANCING Major draw for new car or tractor Prizes for Children' in Costume THE NIGHT' OF THE YEAR IN SEAFORTH!• ADULTS 35c Children in Costume FREE 43-b BLYTH CONSTANCE Friends and' neighbors Sympa- thize with Mrs. Ernest Adams. in her recent bereavement, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Riley, Kit- chener, spent the weekend at the home of the former's parents. Friends of Constance sympath- ize with •,Mrs, G. Bailey and fam- ily in am-ilyin their recent sad bereave- Mr. and Mrs,' William Wilbee and son Ted, Seaforth, visited with friends in Constance on Sunday. Mrs. George Giles and son George, Toronto. spent Wednes- day last With their aunt, Mrs.. Adam Nicholson, who returned home .with them. Move to Seaforth - Mr.' and Mrs. Leo Stevenson moved to their new hotn_e in Sea - forth this week. What Is our loss is another's gain. Home From Hospital Miss Norma Dexter, who has been a patient in Scott Memorial Hospital, Seaforth, returned home on Saturday. We hope for a' speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Robinson, Rochester, Mich., and Mr. and l\Lrs. Robert Davidson, Brussels, visited with Dr. K. G. Jackson and family., Miss Ruth Barnby and Miss Jean Barnby, London, visited with Mr. and Mrs .Norman'Garrett and other friends. Their father, the late Rev. Dr. Barnby, was once a minister here, and Miss Ruth Barnby was teacher of the junior room in the public school here for some years. Attended Convention Mrs. L. M. Scrimgeour attended the London area Women's Insti- tute convention in Hotel London, this week, as West Huron district delegate. Peaches First Sermons A large congreetion filled the United Church for the Sunday morning service, October 22, when the newly induoted min- ister, Rev, Charles Scott, form- erly of Nova Scotia, was the preacher. Gwendolyn June, in- fant daughter of Mr: and Mrs. Leslie Rutledge, and James Henry, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gibbons, were bap- tized. Hullett Branch FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURE ANNUAL MEETING Community Hall, Londesboro WED., NOV. 1 at 8.30 p.m. Guest Speaker: R. Gordon Bennett, Agricultural Representative for Huron County. Short Programme followed by Dance Murdock's Orchestra ADMISSION: td Dance -50 cents for gentlemen; ladies, please bring- lunch. ARTHUR GRAINGE, President W. K. GOVIER, Secretary 43-b VARNA Speaks at Seaforth Rev. Reba, Hern, Varna, gave an inspirational address last'week to the Barbara Kirkman Auxili- iary of First Presbyterian Church, Seaforth. Her topic was, "The soul that on Jesus hath' leaned for repose." Miss Hero's earnest- ness made an impression on her audience. KIPPEN AUBURN Mayor of Goderich Resigns His Post Mrs. Donald Fowler and Mrs. Roy Finnigan are visiting friends in Brantford. Mr. and Mrs. John Finlayson, Seaforth, spent the weekend with. Mr. end Mrs, Edgar Lawson. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Jones and Mr. and Mrs. Aud Smith,' Gode- rich, visited Mr. and Mrs. Mait- land Allen on Sunday. Mrs: Fred Ross spent the week- end in Toronto and attended the wedding• of her nephew, R. J. Ross and Gloria Beck. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Keller, Woodstock, who have been visit- ing their daughter, Mrs. Harry Arthur, have returned home. Attends WI Convention Miss Amelia. McIlwain attend- ed the Area Convention of the Women's Institute which was held at Hotel London this week. Newlyweds Feted, A reception was held in the Foresters' Hall on. Friday night in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Meehan. During the evening the hon- oured couple were presented with a purse of money bbvv Ross Pat- terson and the address was read by Miss June Beadle. Music for dancing was supplied by talent from Clinton. Lunch including wedding cake was served. Successful Bazaar The WMS of Knox United Church had a successful bazaar and tea in the Sunday School room on Saturday. The tables of fancy work, baking, produce and candy were well patronized; also „the "Pick my pocket" and the tea tables, The Mission Band had a fish pond and also sold Christmas cards. Proceeds of bazaar amounted to $90 and the Mission Band realized $10. MISS .ANNIE WEIR (By our Auburn correspondent) Miss Annie Weir passed away in Alexandra Hospital, Goderich, on Saturday morning, October. 21, following a short illness. Miss Weir was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Weir and was born in St. Marys 86 years ago. For the last 60 years she has been a resident of Strathroy and for the last four years she had lived with her brother, Dr. B. C. Weir. About two years ago she lostt her eyesight but despite this handicap she was very cheerful. She was a member of the Pres- byterian Church, Strathroy. She is survived by a brother, Dr. B .C. Weir; a nephew, John R. 'Weir, Ottawa; and a niece, Mrs. D. A. MacKey, Kintail, The funeral was held from the Denning Funeral Home, Strath- roy, on Tuesday, October 24. and was conducted by Rev. S.M. Scott, pastor of Strathroy Presbyterian Church. Kippen WMS Meets 'Mrs. R. M. Peck was hostess to the Woman's Missionary. So- ciety of St. Andrew's United Church, Kippen. President Mrs. Winston Workman was in the chair. Taking part were Mrs. Allan Johnson, Mrs. Emerson Kyle, Mrs. E. Jarrott, Mrs. John Anderson and Miss Grace Tre- mere. An invitation was accepted from Varna Auxiliary to' be guests of Kippen society at their annual birthday party. Mrs. A. E. Hinton reported for the visiting committee. Mrs. E. McBride and Mrs. R. Dalrymple were appointed flower commit- tee for the church for Novem- ber, nominating committee ap- pointed to bring in the slate of officers are Mrs. A. E. Hinton, Mrs. R. M. Peck and Mrs. W. Workman. Mrs. W. Alexander and Mrs. Hinton presented a report on the sectional meeting they at- tended at Grand Bend. The study, "The United Church re-enters. Japan through re-in- forcements" was presented by Mrs. R. Edgar. Mrs. R. Elgie presented the treasurer's report; Miss Helen Love played piano solos, and Mrs, Hinton gave read- ings. Prgoram committee for the birthday party will be Mrs. T. Key, Mrs. Emerson Anderson and Mrs. Emerson Kyle, Lunch- eon was served. 0 IOOF INSTALLATION SEAFORTH — Seaforth IOOF Lodge held an installation cere- mony ,with Alex Boyes, DDGM and staff officiating. Norman Hubert was installed as noble grand; William Forrest, es vice - grand; John Stevens, secretary; Dr. F. S. Harburn, treasurer; and J. A. Westcott as financial sec- retary, Low/ SA t , 90111 err 1r OFF 4 IlLa 1T ON • Don't Wait Another Day . 'Start Necessary Home Repairs 'NOW! Protect your furnishings, pre- vent expensive repair costs by re -roofing now, ASPHALT SHINGLES ALUMINUM - • 'STEEL ROLL ROOFING Apply insulation your- self between open ceiling ,rafters. INSULBRICI ROLL BRICK ASBESTOS BALL--MACAULAY. BUILDERS' SUPPLIES ,- LIME — CEMENT COAL and WOOD CLINTON Phone 97 44o4tro.M►av SEAFORTH Phone 787 hers+ws+.Aow.iv,...►avaww.s.n1 The resignation of Mayor Geo- rge Mathieson tendered at .a special meeting in committee of Goderich Town Council, has been refused. , Meeting in committee of the whole 'under Chairmen Reeve W. J. Baker council decided not to' accept the mayor's resignation. Themayor, not present at the meeting, gave notice he would resign last week after a dispute with council members over the proposed hiring of Assessor J. P. Coombe, Toronto, to defend ap- peals against individual assess- ments and to prepare new assess- Hensall Man Fined Following Collision Glenn Koehler, R.R. 2, Hen - sail, appeared in county magist- rates court at Exeter last week on a careless driifing charge. A pickup truck driven by Koehler collided with the rear of a car driven by Dalton Miller, Staffa, while each was driving east on the Zurich-Hensall road. A fine of $10 and costs was lev- ied against Koehler..„ This is an ANTHES-IMPERIAL OIL QUEEN Air Conditioned Furnace SEE US ABOUT YOUR HEATING WISE and BATEMAN -- Phone 147 -- PLUMBING and HEATING SHEET METAL WORK ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS Successors to Sutter-Perdue's Shop Work BRUSSBLS—Celebration of he, 81st anniversary. of ' Melville. Presbyterian Church was Ob— served with Rev; Gordon Mc- Pherson, Riverdale Presbyterian Church, Toronto, conducting the service,' merit cards. The mayor had told the coun- cil meeting, County Judge, T. IVI.. Costellohad declared the $4, 321,- 518 assessment for .Goderich fair' and that he was opposed to "put- ting the unnecessary $2,000 ex- pense ofhiring another assessor on Goderich ratepayers." The special meeting was celled.' to order by S. H. Blake, town clerk. The meeting elected Reeve W. J. Baker to act as its chair— , man. After all 'is sand and done, how •does it taste in the cup? That is what counts! $ALAOA" TEA BAGS yield the perfect flavour:. Have your car WINTERIZED at once! — ANTI -FREEZE installed --• - TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL changed to winter grade -- HEATERS cleaned and oiled — Wells Auto -Electric W D. Wells, Proprietor Phone 349W -- ' Clinton Tenders Wanted TOWNSHIP OF TUCKERSMITH SEALED TENDERS will be received by the under- signed up to 2 p.m. November 4, 1950, • For SNOWPLOWING TOWNSHIP ROADS in the winter of 1950-51. Five -ton capacity trucks or more to be used equipped with V -type eight toot plow or over with wing. Plow and wins" to be hydraulically operated. Contractor• to supply all !);Ip required and tender to state type and condition of equipment which must meet the approval of Council. Tender to state rate ner hour. Lowest or any tender not neces- sarily accepted. (Signed)—E. P. CHESNEY, Clerk, Township of Tuckersmith R.R. 4, Seaforth, ".r,..,.... 43-44-b Vew N.e.IvI..NJNMMINNNAa NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF HULLETT Court Of Revision The Council of the Township of Hullett will hold a Court of Revision on the 1951 Assessment Roll in the Community Hall, Londesboro FRIDAY' NIGHT, OCTOBER 27 1950, at 8.30 p.m. All appeals must be in the hands of. the Clerk on or before the 14th day of October. (Signed) GEORGE W. COWAN, Township Clerk, Londesboro ,41-42-43-b ere's a bargain for you ! 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