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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1938-02-24, Page 1That %wigwam there, Held Robin's 'broad; that crumbling ruin, Albove the Porch, marks Phoelye's casiriping place; That 'bower was l3abolink',s, that mossy .cup HURON COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER Once brimmed with 'wrens, and. where those twigs enlace, Still rocks arid tosses like a. hell Chat The erectile of .departed --Nests in Winter. WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 60, No. 8. SEAPORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1938 Phone 84. $1 a year. BRUCE Pastry Flour 24 'LBS. 69c LIEBY'S SPAGHETTI - 27 oz. tin 15c CALAY SOAP - 3 cakes 17c-1 cake for lc. PRUNES, Choice, Meaty - 31b. • 25c PITTED CHERRIES, 2 cans .. 25c LIBBY VEGETABLE poup-- 3 tins 25c AYLMER SOUP— Vegetable or Tomato 5 tins 23c MACARONI, 2 lbs. 13c' GRAPE FRUIT, 6 for 25c 'CRUNCILIE PICKLES - 27 oz. jar ... FLUSHO— Toilet Flush 19c can SHOE POLISH .....,. 10c per tin CONCENTRATED SUPER SUDS with 3 cakes soap, all for 25c IDEAL SILVER .POLISH - 25c each Masters Hog Concentrate at $2.60 cwt. 25c A. C.Routledge Phone 166 PHONE YOUR 0 R FOR %hie coal' E. L. BOX PHONE 18 or 43 Y. P. S. The j'oint meeting of the Young People's .Society was held on Tues- day revelling, in the Northside Unit- ed Church, with ,ehe president, Me. 'John Mills, in the chair. The meeting was opened by singing byme 1415y which was .floelowed 'the Lord's prayer repeated in unison. The scrip- ture was read by Mies 'Edith Hoag, and hymn 01811 was sang. Miss Luella Kahle gave a very interesting topic on "How To ,Live." During the bus- iness 'period it as decided that we 'would have Rev. SanMel sKerr of St. Paul's give an illuserated !lecture on his travels, through 'England, Ireland, and Scotland. As it was social night, several games were ,played, and lunch was served. The meeting closed by the ibenediction. North Side United Church Res. 'r, A. Carmichael, 'Minister 1,1 a;m., :Morning service. glir 7 pen:, 'Evening service SS, at 2:00. • St. Thomas' Church, Seaforth Rs:Men, Res, ,R. T. D. Hurford, .DA). all a.m. Suggestions for .Lent. 7 p.m. 'Prayer. "rhe Rector will preach at both services, 40 a.m., Sunday School. JOHN HALLIDAY The death occurred On Wednesday, Feb, 23rd, of a 'highly respected resi- dent of Seaforth in the person of Mr. John Halliday, aged 70 years, 7 months. The late Mr. Helliday had heels in the hospital .since ;November. The .funeral which is •private will take place from the :residence of his sis- ter, Mrs. 13. tj. Elliott, West William street, on Friday, Feb. 21.5th, at 2:30 p.m. Mr. Halliday was horn in Tack- ersmith. township, on the Mill road about a mile west of tEgmonelville, tile homestead .being opposite the old Dunmore toll gate. He lived at Fill- mdre, Sask., for twenty-two years, returning tn Seaforth about ten years ago: Mr. Halliday was unmarried. He is survived by 'one sister, Mac. J. 3. Elliott, of Seaforth. Two sisters pre- deceased him. MRS. MARTHA DALE Martha Sheppard. widow of GeOrge Dale, died at the home of her daugh- ter, Mrs. .13. W. Churchill, lOoderich Township, last Thursday after an ill- ness of three years. She was in her B8th ,year wae bore in ,Goderich TOwnehip sin Only 23, 11550, a tIlaugh- ter of the late jellies Sheppard and 'Elizabeth AtkinSon, pioneer Huron county settlers. On September 12, 51576, she married George Dale, who Predeceased ,her on September 6, 1106, Site Was a member of the Methodist church, and lately the United Church. She was the mother of eight thildren, ofl whom six are living. They are Sheppard Dale in 'Hallett, Christoph- er on the hbinestead, Coderich town- ship; (Harriet) Mes. 'James ;Barron, Sea forth ; ((Elizabeth), 2sirs. m Chesney, Bengali; Daiey) MTS. B. W. 'Churchill, Goderich TownshiP; (Violet) Mrs. Byron McGill, Sea - forth, There also survive 28 grand- children and el great 'grandchild - The Pc neral was held' on Saturday from the home .of her son-in-law, B. W. Churchill, MO concession, Code - rich township, Rev. IK. McGann of St. 'Paul's Church, Clinton, conduct- ing, the services. interment took 'place in :Clinton cemetery. The pallbearers were 'George Campbell, Ernest Dale, Walter Dale, Walter !Forbes, Benja- min Churchill, .granelsous, and Byron McGill, son-in-law. NORTH McKILLO.P Mr. and MTS. Joseph Thornton and son Kenneth Thornton spent the .week end in 'Waterloo with 'the latter's parents, sisters and brothers. Mr. George 'Kistner of Waterl.00, who has spent a month with his dau- ghter, Mrs. Thornton ancl other friends, has returned to his home in Waterloo. Mr, and Mrs. William 'Boyd spent Sunday evening with Mr. 'John .Den- nis. Mr. lElmer Hackvvell ,is in Toronto on 'business. Mr. Thomas Hacker -ell and sous, Elliott and Howard 'and the Misses Edith ahd Bernice liackwell are visit- ing in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs...Ross ',McGregor of ginburn were visiting with Mr. ;slid Mrs. William Leeming on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Leeming spent Saturday at Carlingford 'with the latter's father who is very ill. Mr. and Mrs', Charlie Ivluun 'spent Thursday evening with Mr. and Mei. Joseph Thornton, INESS sAignes Derides spent the ,week end with her Parents, ,Mr. and Mese George-Dandes. Miss 'Bessie .Davidson is improving sloWly after her illness. Mr Ray Nicholson who has been working .for Mr: ;John .Creitiete for a year, is at • 'MaSent4' • ivorking " dear :Brucefield.' , We are glad to say MrS. MRS. ROBERT PO.RTERFIELD The 'death .occurred on Saturday, Feb. 1191h, of Mrs. IRolbert Porterfield, a highly respected resident of Sea - forth, in 'her 713rd year atter an illness of about two months. Formerly 'Miss' Mary Hood, ,thaughter of the late William Hood, Mrs; 1Porterfield was born in 'Clifford. After ,her marriage to Mr. Porterfield iforty-foor years ago they resided in Clifford for seven years and later in Heneall. In 1045 they alloyed to Seaforth. Besides Mr. Porterfield, two daughters and one eon survive: Mrs. E. C. Chamberlain of town; Mrs. 'Gordon Miller, Los Angeles, Calif., and 'Arthur !Porter- field, Flint, Mich.; also surviving are four sisters and four •brothers: Mrs. Wilitani ijohnston of Clifford; Mrs. joseph Thompson, iGorrie; Mrs. Dav- id Wright of Isabella, Man.; Mrs, Isaac Ntitchell, :Grand Forks, 'N. D,; 'William Hood of 'Clifford; Allae Hoed, Basswood, Mane Tames 'Hood, Castor, Atta„ and Andrew Hood, Rex, Sask. A private funeral took place on Monday 'afternoon from the residence, Market street. The service was .cons ducted by her pastor, Rev. T. A. Caemichael of Northside United Church,, assisted by 'Rev. C. C. Kahle. Two duets were rendered by Mr. and Mrs. James Stewart Interment took place at Clifford, the services at the graveside being conducted by .Rey. T. •A. Caeanichael asisisted by Rev. Mr, Hamperson of Clifford. The pallbearers were two, brothers- in-law, Isaac Mitchell, Gland Forks, ND., and ffeseph Thompson, Gerrie, and two nephews, William Penman and William 'Johnston of Clifford, and Clifford Miller, Staffa, and Frank Lamont of town. The 'flower bearers were Neil Gillespie, John Finlayson, George Seip, 'William Morrison, Chas. Brodie and It, McAllister l(le ills - green). Among those from a distance at- tending the fatneral were ,Mr. and .Mrs. Arthur 1Porterfield and daughter Parkin of Flint, Mich.; Mrs. Gordon Miller of Los 'Angeles, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Mitchell, Grand Forks, 1N.D.; Mr. and Mrs, ,joseph Thompson mid daughter Margaret, of Gorrie, and from Clifford: Mr. and Mrs. leVni, Johnston, ,N1r. and Mrs. Wm. Hood, Airs. Wm. johuston Sr., Mr. and Mrs. James Porterfield, Mr. and •Mrs. 'Win. 'Penman; from Staffa, Mr. 'Clifford Miller, Mr. and Mrs. James Miller and 'Miss Ada Miller and Mr. and Mrs. McCerdy. HURON PRESBYTERY MEETS AT 'CLINTON A meeting of Heron Presbytery was held at the ;Presbyterian ,Ohurch, Clinton, On Tuesday with a good at- tendance. The financial report on the budget"was given by Rev. D. C. Hill, of !Exeter, Mr, Weir of Goderich gave the report of the c'omenittee on EIv- angelism, 'church life and work, and several recommendations were adopted. The report on. Home MiSSionS was taken by Rev, Dr. Barnett of Gode- rich. Rev, A. M. Boyle Of 'Blyth in- troduced an overture to the General ASsembly in connection with the church budget. Rev, IG, A. Peddle of Clinton was appointed Moderator. The retiring Moderator was Rev. W. LA. Young of Hensell. The interim moderator reported progress with regard to hearing of calls by Seaforth congregation. Three ministers have been heard and there will be two more, Standing commit- teeswere a9Poineed as idllows: Horne missions, Dr. Barnett. con- vener; pensions, Rev. A. M. Boyle, convener; historical, Rev. W. A, Young, rifeesall; Mr. McArthur, Hensel]; Sabbath schools and Y.P.S., Rev. Dougeas C. !Hill, Exeter; H. Strang, iExeter; colleges, Rev. 'Gor- don A. Peddie, Clinton; Mr. Forrest, Clinton; evangelism, • :Mr. Weir, Rev, W. A. 'Young; budget, Rev. D. .3. Lane, Godepich; 3. G. Mellen, Sea - forth. The next •meeting of Presby- tery will 'be held in May. Fleet 'Presbyterian Cherch, Sea - forth, was represented at the meeting by Mr. T. G. Mullen. MAR LANE AUXILIARY The 'Mae Lane ;Auxiliary of North- side 'United 'Church met Monday ev- ening, Feb, 141, at the home of Mrs. Ross Savauge. Miss McNay opened the meeting with hymn 384, "'What a Friend 'We Have in Jesus". 'Minutes accepted as read. Treasurer's report by MTs. 1Ruseel. Mrs. Moffatt geve a very interesting temperance rea.ding. The Supply 'Secretary, Mrs. Lorne Dale, gave her report on our sewing for this yeas-. Report of visiting com- mittee and Mrs. Savauge's report on Christian Stewardship was then giv- en. .Mrs. !Gallop, captain of Circle No. 2 then took charge of the social part of the meeting. Hymn 814 "The Whole World Its 'Lost in the ,Darkness ,of Sin," Prayer by Miss Myrtle Carter, Psalm 91 by Mrs. Alex. Ms:Gavin. Readings by Miss Wirinte Sevauge. Solo by ,Edna ,Gallop, The chapter .01 the Stady Book by Miss SaltyWood. Solo by Dorothy Gallop, The 'meet- ing 'closed with hymn 012, and the Mizpah benediction., .A.„ :delightful lunch was served and thanks tendered to Mrs, Savauge for the aise of her home. LION'S MILK FUND Leeming is ,able to the am and around (Previously aeknOwledged ... '$921.26 again after her recent illIness. Junior Women's Institute ... 511101 Mrs, Nell Munn of Brantford has Nies. J. J. '0'13rien . . .. ...... 1.00 been visiting her da,ughter, Mrs. Ed. Boyce. INDUCTION SERVICE The induction of Rev. R, P. D. Hurford, D,D., as rector of St. Thomas' Anglican Church, Seaforth, took place on Wednesday evening. The address was given by Rev. F. G. Lighthourn, of Stratford. The induc- tion was conducted by Acting Rural Dean Ree R. McGoim, of Clinton. Other clergy of Heron deanery were also present. BRIDGE AND .EUCHRE On Monday evening a very success- ful 'bridge and euchre under the ;net- pices of the .Catholic Women's League was held at the home of Mrs. D. O'Neill, Queen's Hotel. The hostess, assisted by the president, 'lies. F. Devereaux, received the !ruests. Eighteen tables were in •play. Honors at bridge were won by Mrs. Ti. Chap- man and Mrs. R. :el, Jones and at euchre by lira. H. Weston and Miss lis T-Teffernan. ALERT MISSION BAND The regular ,meeting of the Alert ;Mission ;Band was held. During the ab'sence af our president, Janie Mof- fat, owing to sickness, the meeting was taken by Mrs. 1Pars.ons. The meeting was openeni by a short pray- er given by Mrs. 'Parsons. Hymn 4 was then sung. The minutes end roll call were taken by the secretary, .Margeret 1Pethick. Several items of businese were discussed. LA contest was started. The choosing' of the sides 'was left till the end of the meet- ing. Responsive reading followed which was taken out of our new little gospels. Mrs. :Parsons told a very -lovely and interesting story. Hymn 41414 was sung. The choosing of the sides followed. The meeting Ives ctos- ecl by the benediction. EUCHRE , Twenty tables were in play at a very successful euchre held in St Thomas' Anglican parish hall on Fri- day evening ander the auspic.es of the Ladies' 'Guild. The prize winners were, ladies, 'Mrs. Stafford Stevenson, lone hands, Mrs. 'Robert Strong,. con- solation, Mac 53. Pullman; ments, fR. :Archibald, lone hands, L. Leyburne, consolation; /Clive .Conebes; ducky chair, Mrs. IA. Moore. • JUNIOR FARMERS' HOCEEY • 'W. L. T. Pts, Dublin EgniondVille .3 01 1 ' 7 Winthrop .. 21 0 6 Rinburn 72 111 '3 Kippen Of 2 4 Lon.d.es'boro ." '31 3 St. ColuMben a 4 a 1 KIPPEN The IKippen 'East W. 1, tint at the home o'l Mrs. "31'. 11. McLean on Wednesday afternoon. There •wa$ a good .attendance of members and sev- eral visitore. The president opened the meeting and all repeated the Lord's prayer after which .several .sel- ections from the song sheet were sung. 'Mrs. Wm. Martin .gave tlic Bible reading .and Mrs. ,Glen McLean gave a talk on the course in buyinan- ship. Many 'uses of old paper were given in answer to the roll call. The motto, "A winner never quits,” was given by Mrs. Doig. Mrs. Hugh ilk. - 'Gregor then favored •with two good readings which were very much en- joyed. Mrs. A. Hoggarth read a short paper - on 'Other 'Peace Projects." Mrs. Wm. Sinclair and Nies. J. Sin- clair gave as their first number the Old 'Rugged !Cross and responded with The Spanish Cavalier. Rev. Mr. Young gale a very interesting talk on 41.1e revised couese of study in oar sehoels. Mrs. Young then sang a ,cau- pile of solos. This brought the ineet- ing to a close, and 'while the host- esses served a ,delicious larch a pan- try ,00rdest was very much enjoyed, The next meeting in • March will be at the liotrie of Mrs. iE. Chappell, Miss Helen Chandler of the .Colleg- iate Institute staff of Chatham spent the week end with her parents, Rev and Mrs, E. 1F, Chandler at the Manse. ,Rev. a ncl Mrs. Chandler en tertain- ed the .Young People of the congre- gation on lEriday evening last The very pleasant evening was spent in contests and gaines into which each entered heartily. .A delightful lunch brought the evening to a close. A vote of thanks was tethereet the host and hostess 'by the young people pre- sent for the very happy time spent together. Miss Lanrabelle Wright, who is at- tending 'Normal at London, spent the week end at lice home here. She waS atiCompanied by her friend, 7lisc Louise M arsh all, a 'so of London. The annual meeting of St. And- rew's United Church was 'held in the schoolroom. The different organiza- tions showed everything very satis- tory and a 'balance on hand for the coming year. The retiring members of the board of 'stewards were all re- elected. A vote of thanks was given to the pastor and his wife, Rev. and NIrs. It 'F. Chandler, for their cap- able leadership and a hearty invita- tion to remain for another year. Rev. Clumdier accepted the invitation and thanked the members for their co- operation d 7riis g th e past year and Misting that the coming. year would be one of mech. benefit and happiness to all. Mr, alt Mrs. George E. Thomson and \V 111 A\ ere Stinday guests with lir. anli Mrs. 'Fred Parsons in Sea - forth. We are pleesed to he able to report that Mr. le Rapp wlio has .been for some time in Clinton Hospital, has been removed to Inc home and is slants, regaining his strength. We hope he will soon be able to be out again. The 'ice end snow of the past week has made our country roads quite dangerous, but they are improving so we hope that Spring is not so far away. L.0.13.A. EUCHRE The ;Orange Hall was crowded to capacity on 'VVecinesday evening when the L. O. 13. A. held another very successful oscine. There were 32 'tables playing, Ladies' 'first prize was on by Mrs. Jack Modeland, tone hand by Mrs. Free and emssoletion by Mrs. •Plreest Sox. 1Gent's 'first prize went to NI r. .Aitcheson: lone hands to 1,Tolin Strong and consolation to MT, lack .liodeland. Mrs. Louis Hoegy was the lucky ticket holder for the cushion. The revelling. ;closed with a well .provided hinch and the singing of 'God Save the King. HOCKEY The Duncan Cup Hi the opening gamic of the play- offs for the Duncan Cup, 411e lowly Illackhawks Managed to eke. out a tie with the Redwings, However the Illackhawks .had the edge of the play and should have won. In the first period j'ack 'Fraser opened the scor- ing for the liaselks. Jimmie South- gate tallied for the ;Redwings to tie the score. These were the only coun- ters of the game. The game was roiled.' and ready and 'five penalties were given. Those receiving Penalties were Brown I(0), Sanith and Fraser. C. Pinder refereed. The Nfaroons took the 13eavers in camp 241.. The 'Bearers opened the scoring, when Hildebrand tallied. C. Case, the fast skating centre, then score.d for Maroons to tie the score. In the Brid period K. 'Dale scored the winning goal for Maroons. This also wa's a rough game with three penal- ties. Montgomery, Earl and Powell received the "gate". C. Pinder ref- ereed. The Bruins experienced a humiliat- ing defeat when the Tigers shellack- ed them 2-4, Veneta • and Quinlan were the 'goal getteree There were no penalties. This win irsured the Tig- ers of Illst place. 'G. Hildebrand ref- ereed. The Canacliens suffered a trounc- ing, at the hands of the 'Rangers to the tune of 9-6. Those who scored for Rangers .were: !Finnigan ,(2). "Mes- senger Wigg (20, !Fortune (2), McIver (1). Those who scored for Canediens were: Grieve 1(3), 'Neil (2) and Nigh ,(I). Referee C. Plan. nery. This winter l'hornas T3.eat tie, a well known ISeaforth sport enthusiast, started et minor hockey league. There are about 215 boys participat- ing from the ages of S to 10 years. This is a good Move as it develops hoekey talent (sally. Most .of the 'boys are already good skaters ,arid neat stick handlers and the games are packed with fun. 1For three weeks now this 'has oCOurred until the teams are now in the playoffs. Isi Satyr- day'.s game the ..Midgets trounced the Cubs 4-0. Goals were scored by -Doig (3), Ryan (111). There are, stilt two games.topeay and anything •can , happen,---Obeeld Scott. ot* gog Outstanding value Pc this exclusive Bridal Wreath eeetgegatia desist+. Beautifully ERFECT spteoed ri ec d with three oh monds. SAVAUGES The Gift Shop CONSTANCE 'PIse.Kinburn Club of Progress held it meeting on Friday evening. • February 418, with Oliver Anderson Presiding: The minutes were read ,and the business transacted. Those 'responsible 'for the Program for the 'next meeting to 'be :held on March 4 are the three trustees, .Mr. LAlvie Dale, llr. James Dale ansi Mrs. Leo Stephenson. 'Gladys Coleman Was ap- pointed editor and Mrs. Harvey Tay- lor, Mrs. !Robert iGritnoldby sub- editors for the'K...inburn News. The following program ,was then enjoyed. 'A recitation by Elwood Clarke; a 'humorous dialogue by the pupils of 'the school; a solo by .Maxioe Mc - Brien. A splendid debate, resolved that the automobile does MOTO 'good than halm, was then given. Isabel Jamieson and Gladys Coleman took the affirmative 'and Bill itewitt and 'Mess MCIGTegor the negative. The judge,' decision wa's in favor of the affirmative. The jndges: Mrs. Alvin Dale, Mrs. Harvey Taylor and Bill Dale, 'Following this a solo *as given by Mac, IRObert Grimoltlby mid the Kinbinn New was read ,by Verne Dale. The meeting' closed 'by singing 'God Save the King. BRODHAGEN Mr. Russell Shoicilee.and Howard Querengesser attended the hockey game at Maple Leaf Gardens in Tor- onto on Saturday night. Mr. Simi - dice will spend several days in Toroato. We welcome 'Me. 'arid Mrs. Eli Ra - pen and Laurette to our village. Mr. Ed. 'Ahrens underwent an op- eration in Victoria Hospital, London. We wish him a speedy recovery. Me Leslie Wietcrson of 'Detroit vis- ited with Mr. and Mrs. ,Aug. Hille- brecht. ,Quite a number from here attended the (hockey game in Mitchell Monday evening. VARNA ,Mr. and Mrs. !Latham and little son, and Miss Beattie of London spent Sunday .with tile former's mother. Mrs, L. Beattie. - Mr. 'Victor Leeand Miss Gemmel' of London spent 'Sunday at Mr. 'Geo. Beattie's, Sr. St. 'John's 'Church is having a social evening •nn March 1st. A good pro- gram will ibe provided. Ltinth will he served. WINTHROP The benefit euchre and dance held in the hall Monday night was largely attended. The prize •winners were: Ladies, most games, Mrs. C. Da- nia:es': lone hands, Mrs. Willson Camp- bell: men, most 'games, Me. James 1<err; ,Ione hands, lfr. 'Wm. Boyd. After lunch a few hours .were spent ie dancing. !Me. and Mrs. "Fox of :Dtleand, Mich- igan, are visiting 'friends 'and relatives. Mrs. Fox was formerly Miss Edith Dol ma,ge. 'Don't forget the euchre and dance this Friday nigh t. The Helping Hand mission band met on .February 110711 in the base- ment , of the church. The President, Olive ;Puce, dresided. The meeting opened by singing hymn '613. The worship theme was Being Neighbor- ly. 'Minute:4 of previous ineetiog were adopted.' Roll ;cat was answered by a fwvorite sport. Tbe worship story, a Good 'S'amaritan, was .read by Phyllis Catlin!. The mission hand 'purpose was repeated. T'he .worship period was taken ,by ,Mrs. Church and the scrip- ture reading 'b'y iGeorge Pethick. Ply,nin. 3199 was sung followed by • prayer Lliy ',Ruth Pethiele. The -offer- ing, letia received and the offertory ' prayer repeated. The study period wa)s 'taken by Mrs. Toll. .Hyran 6414 was sung followed .bV all repeating the Lprd's prayer. The 'junior slyest& ers played a few games .and distrib- uted valentines, after which 'Much was served.