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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1939-02-23, Page 4PAGE FOUR. THE SEAFORTH NEWS You are cordially invited to attend the McCormick -Deering POWER FARMING SHOW which will be held in the WALTON COMMUNITY HALL, on SATURDAY, MARCH 4TH We are very much pleased with the programme this year. Several new' features make it the best entertainment of its kind ever put on locally, in our estimation. These include "Alt' & Tommy", two well-known' vaudeville artists, members of the famous !Overseas "Dumbells" who will amuse with sleight-of-hand and ventriloquism. "Professor Ask - hint", a brand new stunt, is mighty interesting and educational. Besides, there will be several brand new Sound. Pictures just released. Farm Power Problems will be discussed and questions ans- weredby the factory -trained engineer of the Harvester Co. This will be a real entertainment all the way through, packed with punch—fun and educational features for all. No expense is being spared in making this Day a real outing for you, your family and friends. The afternoon programme gets under way at 1.30 p.m. and the everyone. Hoping to see you and the family the day of the show, evening, at 7.30 p.m. This show is "on us" and entirely free for Sponsored by Humphries & Co. John 'Bach THE SEAFORTH N [:WS Snowdon. Bros., Publishers WALTON The Ladies' Guild and W.A. of St. George's Church met at the home of Mrs. W. H.Anderson on Wednesday of last week. The president, Mrs. Hollinger, was in charge of the meet- ing which was opened tby the singing of a hymn followed by prayer by Rev. Mir. Hendry. Scripture reading was taken by Mr, Hendry, whd also spoke a few words of encouragement for the coating year stressing that the three main points for carrying on any church organization successfully were, a Christian .spirit, co-operative work, and concertive effort. The min- utes were read by the secretary, Mrs, B, Anderson. It was decided that on account of illness among the memb- ers 'of aur congregation that 'we dis- pense with the pancake tea this year and plans were discussed to have an amateur contest in the spring. Sides were chosen for a copper contest, the captains being Misses Mary Hum- phries and Beth Hendry. The next meeting is to be held at Mrs. Hoy's where the world's day of .prayer pro- gram is ,to be carried out. Grace was sung and lunch was served by the hostess assisted by her daughter Mrs. Dougan. The January meeting of the Walton U, F. W. A. was held at the 'home of Mrs. H. Kirkby. Mrs. L. Leeming presided, After the opening exercises Mrs, A. Coutts read the programme for '1819. Miss Bessie Davidson gave a pleasing piano instrumental, Mrs. A. Coutts read an article on "The farm women trying to influence wo- men to attend school meetings," Miss Gertie Siemon gave the reading "Youth S'pea'ks its mind," Mrs. J. McDonald gave an interesting • topic on "Valentine" demonstrating the making of some valentines. A paper "Rebuilding Democracy" was read by Miss Simpson. The next meeting is to be held in the community hall. BLYTH Woman's Association.— The regular monthly meeting of the Woman's Association of the United Church was held on Tuesday after- noon; in the absence of the president, the 'first vice president, Mrs. Willihm Mills, presided. Meeting opened by singing hymn 123, after which the Lord's prayer was repeated in unison. During the 'business session it was de- eded to extend the ten cent teas in the home until the March meeting. An amateur contest was discussed. Mrs. G. D. Leith, Mrs. N. P. Garrett and Mrs, J. S. Chellew were appoint- ed a committee for fuller ,particulars regarding the same. Secretary read letters from sick and shut-ins who had +been remembered. Mrs. Chas. Granby gave the re et of the flower and vis- iting committee, five boxes, eight small donations sent out and twelve calls made during the month. The meeting was 'brought to a close by singing hymn 11.13. The Blyth Home :and School Assoc- iation met at the home of Mrs. W. J. Milne, Among the business discuss- ions was that of religious training in schools. It was finally decided to teave this over until after the club had been ifavored with an address from a local minister who has 'had consider- able to do with this ..subject in other Home and School Associations, in an- ticipation of the difficulties to be met iby an impending nominating commit- tee. A brief paper on the various ex- chses about office was read 'by Miss Alice Gillespie: A solo was sung by ;miss Alberta Richmond, .accompanied bY Miss Elizabath Mills. An interest - ling article on "The Boy Who Had everything 'but Discipline," was react by Mrs. Hall and another paper, "The Child 'attd . Some of His Needs," was read by Mrs, Weekes. There fol'low'ed an' ,open diseussion.on these subjects and child training in general. The men took an active .part in this debate, W.M.S. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. of the United Church met n 1.11 the '.pre.i den i:, Ur>,f \1'm. Jenkins presiding. Meeting opened with pray- er from the Missionary Monthly, A committee consisting of Mlrs. A. Sin- clair, Mrs. Wm. Laidlaw and. Mrs. R. Wighttnar was appointed to select 'a speaker for the Easter thankollering meeting to be held in April. Announ- cement was made of the day of prayer to be observed in Queen st. Church on February 24th, Mrs. Weekes to deliver the address. The Scripture les- son was read by Mrs. Wm, Johnston, taken from the 10th chapter of Luke 25th to 29th verses. Sentence prayers were offered by Mrs. A. Colclough, Miss Katie Barrett, Mrs. Robt. John- ston. Mrs. S. Kechnie and the presid- ent. The first part of the fourth chap- ter in the study book, "Learning to Live Together. was taken by Mrs. G. D. Leith, the second part "Following Great Interpretations," was taken by Mrs. E. Pollard, Report of temper- ance and Christian citizenship was gi- ven by Miss Katie Barrett. Current events was given by Mrs. 1\'m Mills. Mrs. Robt. 'Johnston gave the report on supply work. Hymn 3811 was sung and meeting brought to a close with the Mizpah benediction. Last Friday evening the Red Grose nursing course was held in the base- ment of the United Church, sponsored by the local branch of the Women's Institute, Wednesday afternoon Mrs. Oster, local leader of the Junior Homemakers' Club, gave a splendid address and a blackboard explanation of vitamins, their relative necessity to the body. The members of the Junior Homemakers demonstrated the work covered 'by the Club in their latest project, "Dressing Up Home Grown 'Vegetables," Mrs. F. B'ainton pre- sented the currentmethods of dish- washing and measurements; Wilma Watson 'Vegetable Plate"; Mrs. R. Cowan, "White Sauce and its uses"; Margaret Scrimgeour "Fancy Sand- wiches." Thursday Dr, H. A. S. Vokes gave a wonderful address on "Emergency First Aid," and with the help of Mrs. C. H. Murray, R,N., gave practical demonstrations on bandaging, splints, tourniquet, resus- tication and artificial respiration. Also gave antidotes for poison. Friday evening Dr. Toll showed slides on dental work and cancer research in a very interesting manner. Owing to the health film from Red Cross arriv- ing in such a damaged condition it could not be used, Rev. R. M. Weekes kindly used two films he had, Splendid pictures were seen of New Zealand and teddy bears in Jasper 'Park. Lunch was served by the mem- bers of the Institute and the thanks of the society are due to every one who helped to make this course the great success it was, The \Vomen's Institute will hold their March meeting at the home of Mrs. John Cole, Mill street, Thurs- lay afternoon, March 2•nd, at 2.30. This meeting is in charge of Mrs. C. H, Murray, RIX., convener of health and child welfare. Visitors 'always welcome, Lunch will be served. Miss Tena Campbell of Toronto is visiting her sister, Mrs. T. J. Huck - step. Visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs, L, Scrimgeour on Sunday were Mr. and Mfrs. Murray Scrimgeour, Mr, and Mrs. Cliff Scrimgeour and children of Tillsonburg. Mr. and Mrs, John . Cameron. Nancy and Murray, of Brussels, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1939 '. REGENT THEATRE NOW PLAYING Bob Burrs Jack Oakie "Radio City Revels" Kenny Baker Ann Milder 1 J. GALLOP'S 'S GARAGE SEAFORTH Chrysler Plymouth and Fargo Dealer Come in and see the new Plymouth car and Fargo Truck We also have a Service Truck—if you have car trouble, phone 179 and we will come promptly PHONE 179. SEAFORTH +All Repairs Strictly Cash. We Aim To Please Why We Like To Be "Scared Stiff" The fascination of ,,horror tales and the most intense interest people show in the most morbid murders and sui- tides will be explained 'by Professor Thomas B. Laird, former director of Colgate University's Psychological Laboratory is one of many 'human in- terest features you will 'find in The American Weekly, the great weekly magazine with the February 26 issue of The Detroit 'Sunday Times.' DUBLIN Miss Ann Ryan returned home Moteday after spending the week end visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. John Evans, God'erich, We are sorry, to hear Mrs. Gilbert Stade fell on the ice and broke a bone in her ankle. Many from Dublin attended the funeral of the late Wart. Sadler of Staffa. In Flynn's butcher shop on Mon- day afternoon the 'talk got around to how much meat a than could eat, and it resulted in one young man eating a pound of raw beefsteak to win a -dol- lar wager. He topped it off with a pound of cooked ham to win a second bet. 'Outlaw" suffered no illness from his odd meal, at least if he did, he doesn't say so. Joe paid $2.128, includ- ing the bets and the meat. The garage of Wm. G. Feeney took fire Monday morning. The roof and one corner of the building was da- maged. The origin of the fire is un- known, Mrs. William Stapleton entertained her friends on Thursday evening.. at two tables of five hundred, Mrs. James Jordan won first prize and Mrs. Patrick Jordan second. The ladies' guild of St. Mary's Church held a very successful meet- ing at the hone of Mrs. Gar Smith on Thursday afternoon. Mr. Charles Malone and Mr. Chas. Schule'bath of Lasallette were visit- ors in the village over the week end. Mr, Ted Carroll of Guelph was a week end visitor with friends. Mr. and Mrs. Basil Stewart of Stratford visited Mr. and Mrs. John Darling. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin MidNeil of Pal- merston visited Mr. and Mrs. Walter Carpenter. Mr. Teddy Hickey of Chicagio is visiting his mother Mr's. Mary tarp - enter. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stapleton and family visited London friends. Mr. Fergus Melady of St. Marys visited his sister Mrs, 'Joseph Row- land. Miss Mary Pender of Hamilton vis- ited with friends. Rev. J. B. Ffoulkes entertained in honor of the senior choir at his 'home Thursday evening cast. Miss Gertrude McGrath of Kitch- ener visited her mother, 'Mrs. P. V. McGrath, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Butters of the village attended an interesting bridge party at the home of Mr. and Mrs, William Hart in Seaforth, Mr, Butters being the lucky winner of the men's prize. The members of the cast which re- cently presented the comedy play Sil- as Smidge gathered at the home of Miss Ursula Krauskopf Tuesday ev- ening to present their popular director Gerald Holland with a serviceable windbreaker. Wm. Hanley Jr." read the address while Miss Ursula Kraus- kopf made the presentation. Mrl, Hal - land who was completely taken 'by surprise, replied fittingly, thanking one and all for the support ,given him during the rehearsals. Throughout the evening court whist was enjoyed, also dancing and community singing. A dainty dunch was served by the hos - BRODHAGEN • BRODHAGEN Mr. Henry Rock suffered a slight stroke on Saturday evening. Mr. Manuel Beuerman has returned front Victoria Hospital, London, where he had another cast put on his leg. Mir. Fred FTinz is still confined to his bed. Mr, and Mrs, Ed Eickmeier: have returned home after spending two months on a motor trip to Oregon, California, 'and Kansas, Mr. and Mrs. Russell S!hoidiee and Muss Adelia Querengesser spent Wednesday in Kitcliener, Messrs. John Hinz and Albert Querengesser spent Monday., and Tuesday in Toronto. WEST BRODHAGEN. Mr. Henry Rock, 1'Otlt oon. Lagan; had a light stroke on Saturday night and is confined to his bed. We hope to sec Mr. 'Rock around in the near future. 'Mr. Henry Koehler returned home last Monday front a 10 days' visit in Mitchell and Stratford visiting friends and relatives, Mrs. Henry Koehler is sick in bed with gttinsey. or sore throat. Lover (eloping with his adored) — "How much is the fare?" Taxi-driver—"That's all right, sir The young lady's father has settled all that." CROMARTY. Mrs. James Upshalll- and children of Tudkersniith;spent the week -end with her father and brother, .Mrs. Duncan Mclvellar visited her 'Sisters in Mitchell and Stratford. Messrs. Earnest Allen and Thomas' Sookt were in Toronto last wee'k 'in business. Mr. Earl Sararas Of Toronto' visited, his parents on Sunday. Miss Lila McCulloch, teacher of Winchelsea school is 'home. O'wlind' to the prevalence of scarlet fever in that section the school is closed for a time. Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Caldwell of Kippen spent Sunday with '114r. and Mrs. Roy McDonald. The Marion Ritchie Auxiliary mit at the home o'f M'rs. Thomas Scott on Saturday. Miss Hazel Laing is under the d'oc- tor's care. While going home from school one day last week a daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Henry F. Beuerntann slipped and fell on the ice, getting .a double fracture of the bone in one 'leg. We w'is'h 'for the best. Mr. Louis B'ennewies Sr. who left. his home in Bmodhagen after his wife died, to live with his son Louis on the homestead; is not as well as his friends would like to see him. Hop- ing to see him around again when the warns weather comes. STANLEY 'Mrs, Ed Talbot and Mr. and aims, Logan Cleave spent Sunday afternoon and evening with Mrs. Jbhn Hohner. -lir.. Josiah Steckle has returned from a .trip to Wat'erl'oo county and other points east. Mr, and Mrs. Wm. &oyes of Gode- rich were the guests of Mrs, John Hohner on Monday afternoon, Mr. Robert Greer returned Mom - day evening from a business trip to Toronto. CONSTANCE The Club of Progress will hold its monthly meeting in the schoolhouse on Friday evening, Feb, ,24th. A good program is. being prepared, The train feature is a play entitled "Henry's Mail 'erder Wife," The day of prayer will be held in the church on Friday, Feb. 24th, from 2.30 to 3.3.0, Will the ladies of the congregation please accept this in- vitation. MANLEY The water famine is over as the heavy rain last Sunday filled the wells and cisterns, but it was too cold to melt the snow and ice and has made roads treacherous for walking and driving. Quite a number of saw logs for custom sawing are rushed to' Alex. Mitchell's saw- mill while the sleighing lasts. Word was received here this week that Rev. J. M. Eckart of Chicago is improving. KIPPEN The Young People's Society held a very successful skating party at Hen - sail rink Wednesday evening of last week. Despite the very stormy night there was a good attendance and everyone had a very en'joya'ble time. On Monday night February 217th the Huron 'Presbytery Young Peo- ple are holding a Bible contest be- tween Greenway and Goderich Young People's Societies, to the held in St. Andrew's United Church, Kippen. All young people's societies in the district are urged to attend. The community night sponsored by the Kippen East W.I. was a decided success despite the fact that the date was the thirteenth. The weather man was most favorable and the attend- ance reached well over the 200 nark. The chairman Mr. Ross MacKay, in his genial manner, presented a very fine program with Miss. F. Welsh of Hensall giving a 'piano instrumental as the opening number, then ,followed two vocal numbers, "When Ye Gang Awa 'Jamie" and "She'll be coming Round the Mountain," by Mrs. Hed- den and Mrs. Hess in Highland cos- tume. Violin, guitar and mouth organ selections 'by 'Messrs. Kenny and Finlayson and a solo "I'm Dreaming of Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair," by Mrs. Cairns were splendid numbers. The speaker was our dis- trict representative Mr. Shearer and while he deplored the inability of the farmers to stick together in most cases, yet in the T. B. question they showed what they really could ido, The last number was given by Miss June NLurdoch and Miss Lois Rath- well who made a very charming little Irish couple in their green and white costumes and delighted the audience with their s'ingin'g and dancing.. The next part of the evening was given to playing cards with Mrs. A. Johnston winning ladies' first prize; Mrs. H. Kercher 2nd prize and Miss A. Din-. nen, consolation. Mr. E. Butt wolf the men's first, Mr. W. Parker won the 2nd prize and Mr. W. McKenzie car ried off the consolation, After .a del- icious lunch was served Murdoch's orchestra supplied the music for dancing which continued until the small hours when all went home thor- oughly satisfied with the evening's entertainment. The next meeting in March will be at the home, of Mrs. George Glenn. STANLEY On Monday evening, Feb. 13, the Goshen Young People's (Union enter- tained the Brucefield Young People at a Valentine Social in the 'Varna hall, with an excellent attendance from both' societies. The meeting opened by singing, 5'Onward Christian Sol- diers," followed by the Lord's Prayer in unison. INorene Rdbinson, Presi- dent of Goshen Society, gave an ad- dress of welcome and the Brucefield Young People then had charge of the program,.Which was most interesting and educational. Mr. L, Palmer, the .president, wlto was in the .chair, gave a very inspiring topic on "Our Res- ponsibility for the Happiness of Oth- ers." At the conclusion of this pro- gram everyone joined in community singing; after which julene Stephen- son gave an interesting Valentine legend. Following this a one -act comedy -drama, "While the Toast Burned," was presented by several of the Goshen members. The characters included: Herbert Canby—Harvey Keys; Ruth, his wife—Dorothy Peck; Herbert, 'Jr.—•IJack Peck: Mary Lou, their daughter Eileen Hayter; Grandmother Canby — Anna Love. The remainder o'f the evening was spent in eciting games. relays, con- tests, etc,, which were arranged by the recreation committee. A delicious lunch was served, with the social con- vener in charge. The Mizpah bene- diction was pronounced which brought the meeting to a close. ;Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday;. Madge Evans Preston Foster "Army Girl withNeil Hamilton Action, thrills. 'Romance. An inside view of Uncle Sam's Army in peace time News Cartoon TUCKERSMITH air. Glenn McLean is confined to his room with 'an attack of pleurisy. Mr. Ed Gormley of Dublin is visit- ing with his sister Mrs. Hugh Mc- Millan. Mr. Jack Burrows of Stratford spent the week end at the home of Mr. Alex Simpson. Mr. Allen Nicholson has taken a position at Komoka and left this week. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Charters, 'highly esteemed residents of Tuckersmith, observed their 40th wedding anniver- sary on the 23rd day February. They spent the day .gatietly and in the even- ing entertained a number of friends and neighbors to a euchre and. dance. Egmondville hockey team goes to St. Jacob's on Friday night in the rural league. The return game here is on Monday. A very enjoyable evening of euchre and •dancing 'by the neighbors and friends at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Cameron on 31r. Cameron's birthday on Feb. 17th. Send us the names of your visitors. Next Thur. Fri. Sat., Mar. 2.3-4. Howard Hughes presents "Sky Devils" with Spencer Tracy . William Boyd Ann Dvorak George Cooper Laughs and thrill' galore COMING: Cary Grant Katherine Hepburn in gg "Brie in up Baby" VARNA The world day of prayer will be ob- served its St. John's Church, Friday, Feb. 24. Service to commence at 2.30. Mrs. 'Graham of Trinity Church, Bay- field, will be in charge of the service, Mr. A. McEwen, and Mr. T. Rob- inson. township auditors, were in the Village on business Tuesday. The Misses Chuter of London spent Sunday at the parental home. The many friends of Mr. John Smith will be sorry to know he is not improving as fast as we would like to report. ' Sorry to report Mrs, M. E, Elliott is under the 'doctor's care. Her many friends hope for a speedy re- covery. Pedestrian transport is miller dan- gerous these days. Mr. Alvin Elliott has taken a posi- tion as saleman in Goderich. ELGIN GETS PLOWING ,MATCH For some months 'a movement has been in progress to try and secure the International Plowing Match for Hu- ron county in 1940. At the annual meeting of the On- tario Plowman's Association in Tor- onto on Tuesday, the 140 match was awarded to Elgin county and will be held on land adjacent to the new On- tario Hospital near St. Thomas. Hu- ron county made an unsuccessful bid for the 1940 match, while Victoria county's bid for the 119411 match was deferred until next year. This year's international plowing match was awarded to the counties of Leeds and Grenville, which will stage the meet at Brockville. 3, D. Thomas of Goderich led the Huron delegation, introducing Ward- en Robert Turner, Reeve Wilmot Haacke. of Goderich township; Hugh Hill, former reeve of Colborne twp.; Roland Williams, past president of the South Harron 'Plowmen's Association AIM and L. E. Cardiff, past president of INV' North Huron Plowmen's Association. • Rastus (climbing from plane)' --- "Thanks, mister, for the two rides in yer maohine." "'Two rides? You've only been tap once." "Yes, I mean two, mister—ma fust and ma last." Magistrate—"Tell me, young man, how did this accident occur," : Motorist"Well, your honor, I had just dimmed my lights, and was hug- ging the curve—" Magistrate—"Thais how most ac- cidents 'happen. Ten shillings P'• SEAFORTH LIONS CLUB MILK FUND Ice Carnival Palace Rink, Seaforth FRIDAY ,FEBRUARY 24 BIG PRIZES See Posters for list of events. Get a costume— . join in the fun. See the Jitterbug on Skates the man of a• thousand laughs Burlesque Hockey Played in a new way by picled teams from the Junior Farmers' League._ Special S5 Door Prize Special :• CARNIVAL COMMENCES AT 8 P.M. General Admission 25e. Children l0c SEAFORTH LIONS CLUB DR.. F. J. BECIi'ELY, ,I; M. MCMILLAN E. C. CFIAMBI.RLAIN TREAS. SLC,