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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1941-06-19, Page 4PAGE FOUR THE SEAFORTH NEWS "Hang on to your hat, McGinnis—I've been waiting for a chance like this for years!" THE SEAFORTH NEWS Snowdon Bras., Publishers WALTON Mrs, Hugh Fulton of Walton is visiting with Mrs. Joseph Hamilton and other friends in Brussels. Presentation to Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Sellers On Friday evening. June 13th, the comunity Hall at Walton was tilled to capacity to do honor to Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Sellers, who are planning to move. Music for dancing was sup- plied by the Blyth String Orchestra and a splendid program was rendered with Mr. J. Carter as chairman. Promptly at 11 o'cloek Me. and Mrs. Sellers were called to the platform, and Jimmie Kelly read an address, while Dolly States presented Mr. Sellers with a pen and pencil„ set, and Shirley Bennett presented Mrs. Sellers with a bouquet of roses on behalf of the school. Mr. Sellers thanked the children for their thoughtfulness and their token of appreciation, stating that the sixteen years he had taught here had been very happy ones and hoped for his successor the same pleasure. Clayton Sellers was then called to the plat- form and Mrs. H, 13. Kirkby read an address, while -lir. Carter presented Mr. Sellers with a wrist watch. Mrs. Humphries did the honors for Mrs. Sellers. by giving her a set of Roger silver knives and forks, and Ronny Bennett presented Clayton with a travelling case on behalf of the com- munity. The following Is the ad- dress: Dear Mr. Sellers, We, your friends of this community, have. learned with regret of your intended departure from this vicinity. The six- teen years that you have taught in our school hare shown us how worth while your efforts have been to help in every good work. You and Mrs. Sellers have never spared any effort to assist wherever possible. We will miss you, Mr. Sellers, on our Lib- rary Board, also on our hall commit- tee, for no small share of the suc- cess of renovating our Community Hall has been due to your efforts. We realize that teaching is a full- time job, but we have always found you able and willing to take on the little extras that mean so much in any community, 'Your quiet. unas- suming manner and your readiness to lend a helping hand will long be remembered. and we are very sorry to see you go: but we realize that what is our loss is another's gain, We wish you happiness in your new field of labor and will be very glad to welcome you all bark any time you have the opportunity. As a tok- en of appreciation from your Metas of this community, we ask you, Mr, Sellers to accept this wrist -watch:. Mrs, Sellers this silverware: and Clayton, this travelling case. Signed on behalf of the community. Wesley Hackwell, Silas Johnston. Joseph Carter. Mr, Sellers made a touch- ing reply, saying he had done his best to make himself useful and thanking one and all for their tokens of appreciation. A short program followed. The children from the school surrounded their teacher on the platform and sang. "For He's a Jolly Good Fel- low." Mr. Kirkby was called on for a solo which was heartily encored. The school children rendered a cou- ple of choruses which were much enjoyed. Also Mildred Sellars sang a couple of solos to guitar accompani- ment in her usual good style and the program came to a close with the National Anthem. Lunch was served and dancing resumed until the wee sora' hours when the party broke up, everyone with regrets for Mr. Sellers leaving, but with the best of wishes for happiness itt his, new field of labor. The following was the address of the pupil Dear Teacher, We, your pupils gathered here this evening along with our parents to give you and Mrs. Sellers and Clayton a hear- ty send off and feel we cannot Sot the opportunity pass to show our. respect of the many days you spent with us. We feel to -night we would like you to accept this small gift to show our appreciation of these days' and now you and your have our best. wishes wherever you may chance to go. Signed. Tour Scholars.' S. S. #11, Morris. The following was the adds e s to Mrs, Sellers: Dear Mrs. Sellers. We.; the ladies and rector of St. George's Church, Walton, wish to' take this. opportunity of expressing to you our deep appreciation of your friendship and kindness to us during the past year. Our numbers are few and when we needed help in our social activities or quilting bees you s0 graciously and willingly offered your services for which we all feel deeply indebted. In our work together we found you a true and kind friend, and learned with regret of your im- peuding departure from our midst. We ask you to please accept this small token and hope that when you use it..it will bring back memories of year Anglican friends. at Walton, and we can assure you that we will always have a kindly thought of you. Sincerely. The Ladies and Rector of Sr, George's Anglican Church. St. George's Ladies' Guild. Walton, stet at the hone of Mrs. Joseph Ha- milton, tate Rectory, Brussels. last Wednesday afternoon. The ladies of St. John's Guild. Brussels, also at- tended as guests of the Walton Guild. The meeting opened with a hymn followed by a Scripture lesson read by Miss Margaret Kelly. Prayer was said by the rectm', Rev. P. Watts. Very satisfactory reports were given at a. brief business session over' which 11rs. William Humphries pre. sided. A feature of the meeting was in apron shower in aid of the annual Walton bazaar. Many beautiful tie - ions were donated and Mrs. William I-Iuntphries was awarded the prize for expert workmanship. A musical program followed which included vocal and guitar selections by bliss Mildred Sellars and community singing led by Mrs. Bert Anderson. Some games were then played and Mrs. Thomas Ellis was winner of the bean guessing contest. A. Dutch auction was keenly enjoyed by the guests and Master Charles Holling- er was the lucky bidder. A brief WA. meeting took place with Mrs, Edgar Hollinger in the chair. Mrs, Bert Anderson presented a report of the recent Deanery meeting held at Blyth. Mus. Humphries announced that the W.A. was making good progress in its missionary activities. At the conclusion of the afternoon Mrs. Charles Sellers of Walton was presented with a beautiful gift on behalf of the Walton Guild. Mrs, Sel- lers. who is moving from the com- munity will be sorely missed by the Ladies' of the Guild. Mrs, Anderson read a very suitable address and Mrs. Humphries made the presenta- tion. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess of the after- noon, Mrs. Joseph Hamilton, from a table attractively arranged with lade and spring flowers. Don't forget the IJ.F,W.O. meeting next Wednesday night, June 25th at 8 o'clock in the Community Hall, Miss Agnes McPhail will be the guest speaker. A. program is being arranged so come and enjoy a profit- able evening with the U.F.W.O. Everyone welcome. Agnes MacPhail To Speak At Walton— An open meeting of the U.F.W.O. will be held in the Community Hall, Walton, on Wednesday evening, June 25th. Miss Agnes MacPhail will be the guest speaker, along with other entertainment. Everybody welcome. On 'June filth the President of the \V. M. S. opened the meeting :by the t'.e of hymn 374. Prayer followed. The May minutes were read and ap- ..roved. A very small attendance wolfs present. The•'tusinese part of the aloetin; followed. Mrs. Firklhy then iron tilt an interesting report of the V\ olstork C ai,:ren:c :branch meet- ing. Addresses of \I:ss Sperling and Mr4. Azne:v of China were reported. v ;n tiny reading on Citizenship followed from Mrs Bryan... Prayer vey otlered and plat- tit _tissed for k, an:t1 t1 zarden Dirty on the 24th of the month. Mrs. J. H. Sellers of Morris has been visiting relatives around Walton. Mrs. Wm. Woods of Seaforth ham been visiting friends in Walton, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rutledge were in Clinton Sunday. Mrs. P. McTaggart is in Clinton. Mrs. Hoerle and daughters of Hei- delberg, spent the week end with Mr, and Mrs. C. Sellers. Mr. Silas Johnston spent the week end in Windsor. Mr. Fred Rutledge. C. P. R. agent. who came to Walton in '28. is leav- ing for Blyth in two weeks where het has ace . pted the agency of Blyth station. Among those front a distance who attended the presentation on Friday were Mrs. Hoerle and daughter and Mr. Hemphill , of Heidelberg, and Mr. Sellers' brothers and families, -walowanovennowmiwutinnoNiv ANNUAL Sa (iARDEN PARTY WALTON UNITED CIII-RCHI FRIDAY, JUNE 27 Entertainment by the Stratford; Concert Company under the direc tion of Mr. Henry A. Clark Supper served 6 to 8 Admission 35c and 20e John, Roy and Ward Sellers and mother, of Jamestown, Mrs. Somers, Brussels, Fortner teacher, and Mrs, Hall. Blyth, a former teacher. VARNA Mr, and Mrs. Dinnin of Zurich were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Beattie Sunday. Rev. and Mrs, Peter's spent a few days last week at their summer Monte la Muskoka, Mrs. Cora Beatty and sou Bill of Goderich were renewing acquaint- ances in the village Sunday. Note—Sunday, June 22nd service will be held in St. John's Church at 1.30 p.m. We are sorry to report Mrs. L. Beatty is not enjoying the best of health, but her many friends hope to see her about soon, The Township Council have purch- ased a lot north of the hall from Mr, George Beatty Sr., where they pur- pose erecting a building to store the township machinery. Mr. and Mrs. Keith McLaren of Cromarty were Sunday visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Reid, Mr. and Mrs, Bert Elliott of Wind- sor spent Sunday with Mrs. M. Reid. Note—There still is room in the shelter for more salvage. HILLSGREEN The anniversary service held ou Sunday evening was well attended. Rev- W. E. Walsworth of Staffa de- livered a very inspiring message. Mrs. M. Lumbars' of Mitchell vis- ited one day last week at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Wee. Davidson. Some of the farmer's in this vicin- ity- are started haying and report a very light crop. THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 1941 CONSTANCE We are sum' to hear that Ella Armstrong hong has been very sick The regular meeting of- the \i 11.5, WaA held in the schoolroom of t14 rliu'ch Thursday afternoon.. June 11. Mee. Brit ton presided. Theile for ,nun.. '-Friendship for Others." Hy-tttn "\;'hat a friend we have in Jesus." \irs. Britton offered prayer: A re - Port was given h, our treasurer. Mrs. H, Stephenson for the last quate:. A temperance reading wits giv. It by Mr, l ralick 'Two reasons for total abstinence." Christian tewarilship reading was- taken by 1.Irs-, Rubt. Lawson. The missionary talk was given by AIt's, John Nott- ingham on Personal Evangelism, fol- lowed by a reading by Mrs. E. Adams. entitled "The Touch of Lite Master's Hand." Collection was taken and the W.A. then took charge. BLYTH The funeral of the late Mix 'Cassie Dodds, was held from Curri•e's under- taking parlors, Winghain, on Sunday. afternoon. Rev. 'M'r. Boyle of the Presbyterian church, Blyth, ofificiat- •ing. 'Miss Dodds had Ibsen a life-long resident of Myth until a few months spent in - the hospital, following a stroke of :paralysis. Shte• was the daughter of A4r. and Mrs. 'J, Dodds who were antonlg• the pioneers of ,Blyth. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. • William Robinson, 'Wingham, A 'brother ;jasttes, passed away two Years ago and two sisters- Agnes and Mrs. William McGowan, passed away some 'years ago. IShe was a faithful member of Pres- Ihyterian church and mac very highly respected. Father's Day- was u'drserved in 'CRt- itod 'Church- on Sunday morning with a good 'congregation present. Rev. I\4r, Sinclair was in change. The text for the morning service 'vm^as ';Master, 1 Marc Brought 'Udrto Thee 'My Son," Two solos were sung byWi: e Una Palmer of Edmonton, which were very much apI,reciated.. 'At the Sunday- School session a Matto trio was played by Margaret 'Marshal, Gladys Gor and :Mildred Charter. :Mrs. Lucy- Palmer and daughter Una, 'Edmonton, are guests of their niece and 051)85w, 111 r, andI\its. Dun- can 11c'Callum and other relative.. Mr:, J. P 'Watson entertained a numtber of ladies .on Saturday eveti- ing when a handlcercltief shower oyes tendered I11r.. Russel Shaw prior to her removal to Alliston this week, where air. Shaw has received the p' ition of C.P.R. agent. lairs. Stirling formerly Eleanor Jackson -of town, with her two child- ren, who have Ibsen spending tw.' ii r ,E ENT THEATRE ga Seaforth NOW' PLAYING Next Thur. Fri. Sat. Y A �l it ®��II.C..cu °'t SAMUEL GOLDWYN presents'„.;17 'ming DAVID au( OLIVIA MEN* de HAVILLAND � Pain naun) ;t, ,s,tB�NU Prr ni.��. CRUSBY` ". ' MARY MARTIhAFFIE`'-. BASIL RpiNBBNE THM °N .;,. RH►r TRE f! RIVER" MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY VIVIEN LEIGH LAWRENCE OLIVIER IN "That Hamilton Woman" The story of one of the, Most famous romances of all time—with the girl who played "Scarlett O'Hara" COMING — "FOOTSTEPS IN THE DARK" weeks With \4:r.. -A, Cole, returned to her home in (Michigan this week. STAFFA \Ir, and Mrs. Harvey Hannon of of .Mitchell, with (\[r. and i\trs. Wil- liam Je4,fery: Mr. and Mrs, A. Jeffery and Spencer in Logan 'with ;-lar. attd ;Mrs. L. Hannon: I\\ Bain of Se'b- ringrille'with 11r. and I\irs. A. W. \,'I'l'ls and \i'r. and Mrs. A. Jeffry; IIlr. and \urs. Aldwnrth of Exeter with their son, Rev, E.-Aldworth- Licut. Sorra! Norris of •the S. of Kingston with iMr. and ars. A. W. Norris; Harry Drake of London with ,his parents, IMr. and Mrs'. K. Drake. Want and For Sale Ads., 1 week 260. NOTICE Water users who do not pay lawn service charge must not use hose for lawn, garden, or road watering. or leave taps open for cooling milk, etc.. 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