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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1955-09-29, Page 1The Seaforth News *WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 77 SPAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, SDPTDMBD+R 2'9, 1955 11.50 a Year Authorized as Second Class mail, Pon Office Dept... Ottawa Snowdon Bros., Publishers Double Winner - Mary Dennis, Wal- ton, had the first -prize wheat sheaf and first prize barley sheaf in the high school grain show at Seaforth Fall Fair Memorial Centre Sponsors Dance The memorial centre commit- tee is presenting its second and last dance of the fall season on Friday, Sept. 30th, (Proceeds from these dances will go to- uv^rd reducing the debt on the Wena, ilheurred some two years ago when the permanent trap rock floor was installed. The 'big floor has been cleaned and pol- ished following the fair, and the committee have made sure that the arena is in top shape for your dancing enjoyment. The re- freshment booth will the open and lunch tables have been pro- vided. • The best orchestra in Western Ontario, the Casa Royals, of ra- dio and TV fame, from London will provide the music. Square dances will be an add- ed feature es well. This season the community centre was provided absolutely Tree, to the Old Boys' Re -union and each year to the fall lair 'board without charge. The com- iv ttee feel that district -wide arport should be in evidence at this last fall dance, so that your connnunity centre may have funds on hand to start the win- ter season. Dramatization of United Church Work There will be four broadcasts over CKNX Wingham, dramatiz- ing United Church Work Over- seas and in Canada. These broadcasts will be at 10.15 p.m. on the following Sunday even- ings, Oct. 2nd, 9, 16 and 23. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. 'William J. Dun- can, Seaforth, announce the en- gagement of their younger daughter, Mary Therese, to Mr. Maarten van Trigt Jr., son of Mr. and :Mrs. Maarten van Trigt Sr., Grovenor Street, Lon- don. The marriage to take place at 10.30 o'clock in St. Jones' IOhureh, Seaforth, on October 22, 1955. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Givlin, Dulblin, wish to announce 'the engagement of their daughter ,Rita Florence, to Mr. Wilfred James Mullin, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Francis Mullin. The marriage to take place on Saturday morning, Oct. 22 at 9.30 in St. 'Patrick's ;Church, Dublin.' Northside United Church Rev. John Stinson, Minister. 10 a.m., Church School and Adult Bible Class. 11'1. a.m., World ICoan'munion and (Baptismal 'Service. Sermon: "This Expectant World". Toddlers' Group. and Junior Congregation. 7 p.m., Evening Worship at St. Thomas' Anglican ,Church. Anniversary. 8:15 pan., Y.P.U. St. Thomas' Church Rev. J. 'H. James, Rector. Sunday, October 2nd 'harvest Festival 11 a.m., (Holy Communion 7 p.m., Harvest Evensong Preacher: Rev. 11. L. Parker of St. Pours 'Church, Wingham, Rural Dean of Huron. St. Marys, Dublin '3 p.m. Egmondville United Church Rev. W. E. Milroy, Minister. ;10 ann., (Church !School Wand Adult Class. 11 a.m., Morning Worship: ;Sermon, "Fatherhood of God". Wed., 8 p.m., 'midweek service R. Broadfoot Wins Jackson Trophy 'Standings of Huron County 441 Chub Championship Show in Oats for the Harold Jackson Trophy, held in conjunction with Seaforth fall fair for best half bushel of oats in 'Huron 'conn ty 1. ,Robert Blroadfoot, Bruce - r. r. 1; Wayne McMichael, Walton r, r, 1; Lawrence Tay- lor, Londesboro, r. T. 1; Larry Wheatley, Dublin r. r. 1; (all above are members of McKillop 4-11 Grain Club); William Shad - dick, L o n'd e s b o r o (Clinton !Club); Norman (Hyde, 'Hensel], 'Exeter Club; John IShaddick, Londesboro, Norman Cartwright of Londesboro, (Clinton Club). McKillop Club McKillop 4-H 'Grain' Club held at ;Seaforth Fall Pair: 'Reb't. Broadfoot 190 pts; Wayne McMichael 188 pts; Lawrence Taylor 185 pts; Larry Wheatley 178 pts; Ronnie Dris- coll 175 pts; Tom .Somerville 170; Neil MeGavin 165; Neil Dolmage 155; Bob 'Campbell 150; John Driscoll 150; Jack Crozier 145; Kenneth Ryan 130; Ken !Campbell 110; John Alex- ander 100. The score on the grain exhibit was based on 200 points. MRS. JAMES SHANNON Mrs. James Shannon, who died Monday in Scott Memorial Hospital, !vas the former Eliza- beth Dorrance, of McKillop twp.t !She came here in 1946 after the death of her husband, and had lived with her niece, Mrs. Mae Dorrance. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church. The funeral took place on Wednes- day afternoon from Whitney funeral home, where services were conducted 'by Rev. D. G. 'Campbell. ,Burial was in Mait= landbank cemetery. EGMONDVILLE Miss Laura lt''cMillan of Tor- onto spent the week end with Ther mother, Mrs. W. F. McMil- lan., are pleased to report that Mr. A. C. Routledge is able to be up and around after his re- bent illness. Also that Mrs. 'Charlotte Lindsay is sufficiently improved in health to be able to return home fronn the hos- pital. Mr. and Mrs. Rab:. Moyes of Orillia visited with his mother, Mrs. Hobt. Boyes Sr., who is at` present in Scott Memorial Hos- pital. A carload of Egmondville la- dies attended the center section W.M.S. Presbyterial 'at Walton on Wednesday. Bishop and Mrs. Townsend and son Bob of London, called on the formler's uncle on Sun- day, Mr. Wan. IStotehmer and Mrs. ISootchrner. Kr. and Mrs. Robert Dalrym- ple and ;Charlie have returned ho('ne after spending a week with relatives in London. CONSTANCE ,'Guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Addison on Sun- day were: Rev. Dickinson of Goderich; Mr. and Mrs. Lew 'Teb+butt, Mr. 'and Mrs. Ken Hulley and Ian of Seaforth; Mrs. Willmer Wallace of 'Clin- ton; Mr. and Mrs. [Dave Bean and !Beet of Carlow; Mr. and - Mrs. 'Carmen .Teblhutt of 'Clinton Guests 'at the hoarse of, Mr. and Mrs, Austin Dexter were: Mr. Wrn. Britton, and Mr. and Mrs. Nelson McClure, and Mr. and' Mrs. John (Sanderson, Sylvia and Elmer, Blyth. Mrs. W. Dalrymple Heads Rebekahs Mrs. Wen. Dalrymple was elected the new noble grand of Edelweis Rebekah Lodge with Mrs. Albert Harrison to be Vice Grand. Other officers elected were; Rec. Sec., 'Miss Jean Scott; Fin, Sec., Mrs. Ed. And- rews; Treas., Miss Eleanor Hen- derson; Trustee for 3 yr. term; Mrs. John •Hillebrecht. The installation of elected and appointed officers will take place at the Oct. 14 meeting by Mrs. Mary Sutter, and installing staff, of 'Clinton Lodge. A euchre in aid of the Lions swimming pool and a rummage sale are events to be sponsored this fall. In appreciation of the work as Sunshine Pal convenor dur- ing the past year, Mrs. Ila Dor- ranee was presented with a gift Iby Mrs. Scott Habkirk. Winners of Bacon Hog Contest Results of the Bacon hog competitions sponsored by T. Eaton Co. Ltd., at (Seaforth Fair. Burns and .Co., Kitchener, through their representative, Hoggart and Dalton, Londes- boro, purchased the hogs for $29:50 on an A' basis: Wilfred :Coleman, R.R. 4, Sea- forth; James Keys, R.R. 1, Sea - forth; John Powell Jr., R. R. 2, 'Seaforth; Art Anderson, R. R. 1, 'Seaforth; Wm. S. 'Storey, R. R. 2, Seaforth; Wrn. Thamer, of Walton. Champion carcass was owned by Wilfred 'Coleman, re- serve champion carcass, John Powell Jr. Grows Peanuts In Garden ul'Ir's. David Millson of Hul- lett, having read the story in The (Seaforth News last week that peanuts had been grown in Seaforth, says that her son Bill, 13, a student at the (Seaforth district high school, has grown peanuts for three years. Each spring he plants the peanuts olb- tained from a seed house, in the garden at his home, half a anile east of Constance. They are har- vested in October and yield enough for fainly use, after being roasted. Mrs, ;Millson says the plants stand ;considerable •frost and survived the freezing temslpera- ture of early Monday morning. HAMM-McV I TTIE A. quiet wedding was solem- nized in the United 'Church ManseManse Londesboro, ' on Satur- day, , '24th at 1 pm. when Rev. J. T. White 'perform- ed a 'doublering ceremony unit- ing in marriage Donna Kay Mc- Vittie, daughter of Mr. Kelland f1McVittie and the late Mrs. Mc- Vittie •of 'lBlyth, and William Murray Harm, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Hamm •of Blyth. The bride wore a light grey lin- en gabardine suit with navy ac- cessories and a corsage of Am- erican Beauty Roses. The ;brides- maid, Miss )Beryl Pollard, girl friend of the bride, wore a blue wool, suint with white and 'black accessories and a 'corsage of pink roses. 14Ir. Harold Campbell of Blyth was best man. Follow- ing the wedding a reception was held at the Brunswick (Hotel, Wingham. Later.the young cou- ple left by motor to the Unit- ed States.• On returning they. will reside in Blyth. Fair Attendance Cut By Rhin Rain all Friday afternoon hampered ,Sealtprth Fall Fair, especially the ;Outdoor events. 'Official'opening of the fair by (Iron. L. 0. Breithaupt, Lieuten- ant Governor o3 Ontario, was (perforaned in the community centre. All activities during the afternoon were: carried out un- der cover as UT as the spectat- ors wore concesne'd. Judging of the livestock exhibits was done in the rain, and lone iaeat of each class of the harness races was run. Taken 'altogether, with a big entry of excellent exhibits, the fair is regarded as one of the :best in years. , The Lieutenant Governor con- gratulated ISeaferth Pair on the excellence of their arrange- ments. He .asked school authori- ties of 'Seaforth and district to declare a 'half holiday on Wed- nesday afternoon to coannnelnor- ate the 110th anniversary of the fair and also the 'first occa- sion on which, a.Lieutenant Gov- ernor df the Province had visit- ed Seaforth. Hon Mr. Breithaupt was in- troduced by Tom Pryde, :for 'Huron. Russell Bolton, pre- sident of (Seaforth Agricultural Society' presided. Others taking part in the official opening were Mayor Dr. E. A. 'McMaster; Earl :Campbell, warden of Hur- on; 'Elston Cardiff, M.P., for Huron. A bouquet was presented to Mrs. 13reithaupt by Bonnie 'Stewart, .Seaforth. His Honor the Lieutenant - Governor and Mrs. Breithaupt, rvere attended by Major John (Sherlock, ADC, and were guests of Seaforth !Agricultural Society at luncheon in the ,basement of Northside United Church: upon their arrival at 11.30. At the close a solo was sung by Miss Betty Simpson, accompanied by Mr's. 1V1. R. Rennie, alter which a tour of places of interest in town was made before heading the parade to the fair grounds. Results a the school parade at Seaforth fall fair: Rural Parade:'1S. S. 2, McKil- lop, S. S. 4, Tuckersmith, S. S. 6, McKillop, S. S. 3, Tucker - smith. 'School Floats:' S. S. 2, McKil- lop, S. S. 3, Tuckersmith, S. S. 4, Tuckersmith. Seven schools in the parade were from Tuckersmith, five from McKillop, and three other schools including high school with their own band. Twenty merchandise .prizes were donated 'by merchants for the IIoblby Show under auspices of Chamber of IOolnaerce. A list of winners was not kept as the judges placed the prizes on the winning exhibits. Merch- ants donating to this were Lan - one's, Sills, ISavauge's, Bald- wins, Crown, Milner's. There was a good showing of non- competitive exhibits including thirty paintings, antiques, model ships and aluminum work by lo- cal people. HARNESS RACES One heat was run of each of the threw races. The results: 2:25 race: 1. Linda Lee Henley (W. C. Oka, of Seaforth). 2. Red Grattan (Geo. McNeil, Blyth) 3. Media TIy (R. Iiirkby, Walton) 4. Peter Bars (Wm. Campbell, Sanfnrth) 5. Jack Scott (Jack Campbell. Seaforth) (. Argo Harvester (Gowdy, Wroxeter) 7. Joe's (Bel (J. Burns, Seaforth). Time 2;22: ;:'0 race: 1. Silent Night (I8night & Gardner, Clinton), 2. Mary Brook IC. Raney, Egmondville) 3. Colonel Brook 13. Harwood, Strat- ford). 4. ID cLennan's Boy II (Norm. William- son Walton). 0. Dr'. Guard (Harvey McIlwain, Sea - earth). Time 2.18 2.18 race: 1. Pat Lee Grattan, (Geo. Foagan, Goderich). 2. Tina Chips I Bud Jerry, Goderich). 3. Diamond G. III. Iiirkby. Walton). 4. Miss Cattle Grattan (Geo. Feagan, Goderich). Time 2.18 NORTHSIDE W. A. The autumn meeting of the General W. A. a Northside Church was held Wednesday evening Sept. 21 with an excel- lent attendance. The devotional 'opening was 'conducted by Mrs. Roy Lawson. The theme was "Faith". Mrs. Christie, the presi- dent, conducted the business and welcomed the members. Her message to them was in the fors' of a motto, which is very well 'followed in this group. "A lot of people doing a little, is much better than a few people doing a lot". But she continued by saying, in our 'case it appears to be a lot of people doing a lot as. our reports show to be the ease. The different reports were well given showing a substantial balance from the meals served at the Old Boys' Re -union, also from the different projects from the groups. The fall Rally .of the Y.P.U. will be in Seaforth when the W. A. will serve sup- per to 300 delegates. A dinner for the officials of the Fall Fair is planned. At the request of a donation toward the new swim ming pool '(Lions 'Project) a monster bake sale will be held in the near future. Tho visiting committee, also the corresponding sec. reports show that this work is well looked after. 3500 more 'was voted to the building fund. A 'delicious lunch was served by the social committee • after Which the ladies were invited to. visit the manse and see the new kitchen which has been installed this year, also. the .different inn-, provements there. Curling Club Holds Annual Meeting The annual meeting of Sea - forth 'Curling 'Clu'b was held on Monday night, when the follow - ins officers and committees were elected: Hon. Presidents, Group 'Cap- tain, H. C. Ashdown, John Beat- tie; Past Pres„ Dr. J. A. Munn; Pres., John Langstaff; 1st Vice, J. E. Keating; 2nd Vice, Dr. M. Stapleton; Sec., J. L. 'Slattery; Treas., M. A. Reid; ;Chaplain, Rev. D. J. Lane. (Committees: Membership -Dr. Munn, W. 3. Duncan, Wm. Leylburn, A. Wlhetham, H. Ball, F. Kling, Rev. D, 3. Lane. Property -F Kling, N. M'c- Lean, W. 'Campbell, W. (Ball, R. Smith. Games -Chas. Barber, A. Ast, E. C. 'Boswell, J. A. Stewart, C. M. Smith, F/'O Hayter. House --Leo 'Stephenson, (Dr. E. A. McMaster, C, A. Barber, C. Rowcliffe and two ladies from the Ladies 'Curling 'Club. Bonspiel-Leo (Stephenson, F. Kling, J. E. Keating, N. Mc- Lean, P/0 Hayter. 'Finance M. A. Reid, W, J. Duncan, H. Ball, Dr. M. ;Staple- ton, F. Kling, 'Brad Smith. Auditors --E. C. 'Boswell, P. E. Keating; Umpire: C. A. Bar- ber, convener, The club hopes to open by Nov. '1st. Socials will be held 'be- fore that time for entertain - anent and to introduce new mem- bers. :Discussion indicated that limited (periods for curling will be provided to the RCAF, 'Clin- ton, and possibly dor the Junior Farmers, The property 'com'mittee made a report that steps are going to be taken to beautify the grounds and putting up an appropriate sign, 'Seaforth 'Curling Chub. An expression of the appreci- ation for the co-operation given by the ladies last year •was heartily endorsed. Financial report shows the 'finances of the rink are in good order. Thanks 'were expressed for the valuable services of the re- tiring president of the club Dr. James Munn. NORTHSIDE W.M.S. The WM.'S. of Northside United Church met for their Au- tumn thankoffering , meeting on Tuesday evening, Sept. 27 with the President, Mrs, P. B. Moffat presiding. Mrs. J. M. Scott, de- votional convener, opened the meeting by reading a 'poem, "Take Time To Live". Hymn "Dear Lord and Father of Man- kind" was sung and Mrs. West- cott led in ,prayer. The minutes and roll call were read by sec., Mrs. A. Close, and business was discussed. Hymn "Zion's King :Shall Reign Victorious" was sung followed with scripture reading by Mrs. W. Dundas, psalm 92. Mrs. Stinson led in prayer. A duet "Face to Face" was beautifully rendered by Miss Ruth ICluff and Mrs, Ross Hamilton, accompanied by Mrs. James 'Stewart. The president, Mrs. Moffat then introduced the speaker, Mrs. Milroy of Eg- mondville. Her topic ;vas divid- ed into two parts, Thanksgiving and My trip back to England, in which she described the climate and living conditions, and proved very interesting. Hylnn "Sing to the Lord of Harvest" was sung and meeting closed by repeating Mizpah Benediction. Mks. Roy Lawson moved a vote of thanks tothe speaker, seconded by Laura Mole. Lunch was served by social committee. BARBARA KIRKMAN AUX. Mrs. Keith Sharp, president of the 'Barbara Kirkman Auxiliary, opened the first meeting of the fall season with a poem, "Kind Words." Hymn. 570 was follow- ed with prayer by the president. The secretary read the minutes and 20 calls were made to shut- ins. Misses Belle Smith and Jan- et Cluff took up the offering. Mrs. 'Sharp then gave highlights of Huron Presbyterial. Mrs. Elmer Rivers opened the second part of the meeting with Hymn 366. Mrs. Scott Habkirk read the 'Scripture, followed with prayer by Mrs. Broome. Alice Ann and Gene Nixon sang very sweetly, "The Old Rugged (Cross," accompanied by Mrs. Munn on the piano. Some very interesting current events were given by Mrs. Daley. The topic was taken by Mrs. Russell, Nor- ma Jeffery, Hattie Murray and Mrs. Charters, which was in the form of a panel discussion on the education of children in In- dia, and this proved most inter- esting. Hymn 582 brought the. meeting to a close followed by the Lord's prayer. The fall thankoffering will be held at the 'October meeting with a good attend'an'ce request- ed. BRUCEFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Alfred John- ston of Varna were pleasantly surprised last 'Thursday evening Sept. 22, when relatives gath- ered to kelp them celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary. A social evening followed 'a•'f for which a •delicious lunch was served, The celebrants have two sons Murvin and Bruce of Varna and a daughter (Helen, Mrs, Wan. 'Burdge, •Brncefield, and four grandchildren. Conodc s finesfSllverplateQQ ' • '30 pc. lerlrece_ ,fpr tto GET Y01'R. FLAIR MYSTERY PACKAGE 31.00 (Regular Valles $2.0n to $(3.O;) S A V A U V E L+„/' Jewellery Gifts Fine China Seaforth High School Football Starts Next Week The ,Seaforth Golden Bears have been practicing for two 'reeks in search of the WOSSA. Rugby 'Championship. The sea- son opens for •Seaforth on. Wed. Oct. 5 when 'Seaforth plays host to last yearn champions, God- erich. The game is called for 3 o'clock and should prove to be a very exciting game. The Seaforth games in the lHaws:eSa.ISA. schedule are as fol - Oct. 5-Goderich at !Seaforth. Oct. 12-Seaforth at Wingham. Oct. 19-(Seaforth 'at Clinton, Oct. 26 --Clinton at 'Seaforth. Nov. 2- Wingham at ISeaiforth. Nov. 9-'Seaforth at Goderich. 'The annual campaign selling ;magazines is now under way to raise -money for school activi- ties. The pupils will be canvass- ing the local homes for the next week. There will be prizes !given to the student selling the most subscriptions. Every, student selling over .$10 worth will re- ceive 10 per cent of his sales. There will be a drew on a radio for students selling over $1.0.00. 'A student will get a +ballot fax the first ten dollars worth and an extra .ballot for each addi- tional 35. The students in the class having the best average sales, each will receive a free ticket to the Regent theatre. CALLING GIRLS IN, TEENS A World Friendship Rally is planned for all teen-age (Church ,School and C.G.I.T. 'girls in Hur- on County All are invited. Over` 300 girls are eipected. The (Southern Area Groups will meet at James St. Exeter, on Satur- day, Oct. 1 from 2-5 pan The Northern Area Groups will meet at Wingham United Church on Sunday, Oct..2. from 2-5 p.m. The guest speaker is' Mrs. J. Marquis of Durham, 'Director of Girls' Work and 'Camps in Grey County. The program also in- cludes a Worship Service, spe- cial music by Doris Johnson, and June and Audrey Hackwell, a lively sing -song, recreation, and • a discussion. The theme of this year's World Friendship Rally is, "To -day Well Lived". A book display will be featured. DUBLIN Everyone is now back to the old grind and is digging hard. We all must agree that it is won- derful to hear the laughter and the sigh of the pupils, the cheer- fulness and strictness of the teachers, the yelling in the sports field, and the sound of the 'Glee Club tooling up once more after a long summer's hi- bernation. 'Grade nine all escap- ed damage during initiation. There were some queer looking creatures rampaging the school and taking part in various acti- vities that day. In the afternoon we allowed the grade niners to return to their civilian clothes and then -a party was held in their honour. We had a dance and wonderful lunch consisting of poop and a large quantity of sweet goodies. Everyone is striving this week to better themselves im (spoiid activities as we soon will the conn. peting against each other on field day. The captains, Marion Maloney, :Claire Malone, Danny 'Costello and Louis Murray have 'already chosen their teams with approximately 26 mei/hers on each side. The date as yet is un- decided. 'Question of the week: Where is the Home Eeonoanics Room? CHARGES CHANGE Bayllold Knox Presbyterian •Church, hitherto associated with St. Andrew's, Clinton, is to be Joined with Carmel Church, Reti- nal.. Auburn Knox Presbyterian Church, and St, Andrew's, Clin- tnu,'are to form one charge.