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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1956-04-05, Page 1The Seaforth News WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 78 • SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, AFRiL 6, 1956 $1.60 a Year Authorized as Second Ohne- malt null Office Dept., Ottawa Snowdon nros.. Publishers BEAUTY ON SKATES a:. PralIty girls are synonymous with skating carnivals, aifu`'°chis'one is no exception. She's Ruth Tea11 as a Latin American 13elle at Seaforth Figure Skating Club Carnival RED CROSS TO MEET The regular meeting of the Red' Cross Society will be held in the library rooms an Friday aft- ernoon, April 6th, at 3 'p.m. W. 1. TO MEET The regular meeting . of Sea - forth W. I. Will be held et the home of Mrs• Lorne Garter on Thurs., Aipril 12 at 2 pan. This is the annual meeting in charge of !Mrs. 'Rob't. 11tcLachlan and I%1rs. Russell Miller. Roll eel will /be payment of fees. !Lunch 'com- mittee, Mrs. James Doig, )Mrs. R. Miller, sandwiches; cookies, Mrs. W. Coleman, Mrs. A. Pepper. 84146 ELIZABETH SCOTT Miss E'liza'beth :VI a r gar et Scott, a lifelong resident of Mc - Killen twp., died about 8 o'clock Sunday morning in :Scott Mem- orial Hospital, Seaforth, follow- ing a five-day illness. 'She was the last surviving member. of the family of the late Mr. and Mrs. David N. Scott. Miss 'Scott was a member of the First Presbyter- ' Ian Church, Seaforth. The fun- eral took place from the G. A. Whitney funeral home, Seaforth !where a service was condueted on Tuesday .at 2 pan. by Rev. D. Glenn Campbell of First Pres- byterian Church. Burial was in Maitl'andbank 'Cemetery. FIGURE SKATERS ).RE GIVEN TESTS Douglas Greb, Albert Dyer, and Arthur Bourke of the Stratford Figure Skating 'Club judged preliminary figure and dance routines for inemibers of the Seaforth and Goderich. Fig- ure Skating chubs at Seaforth. last Wednesday. Winning in the various tests were: preliminary figures, 'Cath- erine Eckert, Judy (Crich, Pearn McLean; preliminary dances, Joan Reynolds, :Connie 'Eckert, Alfie V•anderzon, Elaine Eckert; Questo tango '(Bronze), Pearn McLean; swing dance, Pamela Stapleton, Margaret Ann Stap'le- ton, Pearn McLean; canasta dance, Cathy Eckert, A11ie Van- derzon. Northside United Church Friday, .8 p.m., Preparatory Service. Rev. 'Bruce W. Hell, Minister. Sunday; 10 a.m., [Church School .and Adult Bible Class. 11 am., Morning Worship. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper and Reception of New Members. Sermon Topic: "The (Symbols of :Sacrifice". Toddlers' Group and Junior Congregation. 7 p.m,., Evening Worehip: (Sermon Topic: "New Life and Greater". Egmondville United Church Rev. W. E. Milroy, Minister, '10 a.'ni., 'Church ,School .and Adult Class. al a.m., Morning Worship: Sermon. "Eternal Life". 7 p.6n„ Evening Praise. Med- itation, "'Religion and the :Resur- rection". Friday, April. 13, at. 8 pm., Preparatory 'Service. Mc(lCillop Charge .Bethel, :Service 10 a.m., Sun- day (School 11 a.m.; :Cavan, :Sun- day 'School 10 a.m; Service '• at 11+.15 a.m.; 'Duff's. :Sunday School 1 p.m., 'Service 2 p.n. Y.P.U., Cavan (Church at 8 ,p.m. =Rev.. J. R. Holden, Minister. E. Larone Buys Thompson Store _ Mr. Ehnen Barone has pur- chased the building and business of 'Thompson's Book Store and took possession on Tuesday. Mr, Larone is continuing the busi- ness and will connect it with his 5c to 11,00 store next door 'b9 an 'archway between the two stores,' Mr. Larone states he ex- peats alterations to be com- pleted in about a month and in the :meantime both stoles will re- main open. MOORSCALDW ELL In a cer'em'ony in St. An- drew's 'Church, Kippen, before an altar decorated with yellow and white spring flowers and candelabra, Caroline Ethel Isa- belle, younger daughter of Mrs. Harry 'Caldwell and the late Harry Caldwell of Kippen, be- came the bride of Mr. John Da- vid Moore, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Moore of ,Clin- ton. Rev. N. McLeod officiated •on March 81. Given in marriage by her bro- ther John E. 'Caldwell, the 'bride chose a floor -length gown of white nylon tulle 'over satin with Italian lace 'bodice and a shout der-lengibh veil of tulle illusion which fell from a halo of pearls and crystals..She carried a white Bible decorated with yellow ros- es and streamers. Her maid of honour, Miss Merle Dicker: of Kippen and two bridesmaids, Miss Donna Moore and Miss -Ruth Anne Moore of Clinton wore 'gowns of antique gold tulle over iridescent taffeta with anatching (bandeau trimmed with sequins. They carried !bouquets of mauve tinted mums. Mr. Ron- ald Moore of Clinton was his [brother's best man .and the ush- ers were Mr. )Donald Epps of ,Clinton and Mr. Gary Cooper of Tillsonburg. Mie• Rods Broad - foot of Kippen presided at the organ and Miss Wilma Walters of ,London sang "Bee'ause" .and "The Lord's Prayer" Guests were present from, London, Ham- ilton, Kitchener, .S'eafor'th, Clin- ton, E'gmondvil•1e, :Stratford and ,Hensall. Following a dinner at the church parlours Mr. and Mrs Moore leftfor the United States, the !bride 'wearing 'a turquoise linen duster with anatc'hing :dress and navy and white 'acce'ssories. They will reside in ICliniton• Mrs. M.' Etue Heads C. W. L. 'The annual meeting of the Ca- tholic Women's League and ,pot duck supper 'was held 'Tuesday. After supper, Farther Weber thanked Miss M, Dunn, retiring (president, for her work and gen- erous bene spent on C.W.L.'dur- ing past two years. Miss Dunn was presented with a, corsage and a stole by Mrs. at. Pringle, to which she replied graciously. A thioiit talk was given by Mrs. J. 'Mc'Connell •on [Our Lady of :Good (Counsel. A resume of the highlights of activities for 1916+5 was 'given by: First vice president, Mrs. -R. Pringle reported 97 paid up members. Second vice Pres., Mrs. Q. Malone, reported 20 cer- tificates were 'presented to first communicants in June and a pic- nic for the school children. In December iChris'tnnas treats were given the children and 12 gradu- ates of 'Grad.e 8 were presented with pins. Third vice (pies., Mrs. G. Rey- nolds, reported 14 plants sent to shut-ins, 3 )boxes of clothing to Drumheller and 2 boxes to an Indian school; 2 crates of eggs at Easter to the Sisters of St. Joseph in London and 10 dozen eggs locally. Corr. sec., Miss Rose 'Dorsey, reported 45 cards sent to sick .and :shut-ins, 15 let- ters written and 10 new books bought for the Library. Treasurer's report was given by 'Mrs, W. Hart which showed quite a successful year. The new 'officers for 1966 were insballed'by Mrs. J. McCon- nell. President, Mrs. M. Etue; First Vice Pres., Mrs. C. Ma- lone; Second Vice Pres., Mrs. John Maloney; Third Vive Pres., Mrs. A. Prittie; Recording :See., Mrs. M. Williams; 'Corresponding See., Mrs. Jaynes Devereaux; Treasurer, Mrs. J. Bannon; Sis- ters of Service, Miss N. Dunn; Press -Correspondent, Mrs. L. Leonhardt; Entertainment, Mrs. M. Etue and 'Mas. J. DePage; Mercy (Shelter Guild, Mrs. Fortune. The meeting then clos- ed with prayer. Curlers Finish Will Observe 93rd Birthday IMr, William Murray of :Sea- forbh twill celeratte (his 930c1 birth- day next Monday, April 9th. Af- ter being remarkably spry for a person of his years, Mr. Murray has undergone a couple of seri- ous operations this winter and is at present staying .at the Tha- mer Nursing Home. He is 'able to be up occasionally 'and walk around 'Indoors. His many friends will join with :The Seaforth News ti' beat wishes to MT. Mur- ray. REAL ESTATE CHANGE A .real estaite sale [through .the office of M. A. Reid: Frame :dwelling on 'North Main of Sid- ney A. Doknage to 'Douglas V. Dalton of MdKiliop, with lws- session April 115, 1956. Good Season It was a big day for ,Seaforth Curlers last Wed'n'esday as they wound up [their season with a lo- cal Ibonspiel and potluck supper. With prizes being given but for various 'spiels, 'Club President, John 'Longstaff, +6hanked the various committees on their splendid work and cooperation during his term of office, He ex- pressed his hope that: every member should try to get a new member interested, so to make the club )bigger and abetter. Iie moved a special vote of thanks to Dr. ;Stapleton for his work (as games convener) of looking aft- er +the Friday night draws. He was then presented by Mr. Mer- ton Reid with a small token of appreciation, a curler's sweeping apron. Dr. Stapleton thanked the members and gave a few words of advice: That with much sweeping we will have a clean club. 'Ladies' Club president, Mrs. Anna Kling, in absence of Mrs. Agnes Mason, then pre- sented Merton Reid with a check of $190. Itc was deckled that the raffle for the T. V. Set will be left over 'until next year. Prizes were then presented ata: lst prize -Bill Ball, Bernice Longstadlf, Anson 'Gilbert, Jo W eiglund. '2nd prize, Frank Kling, Jean Stapleton, Sill Ley - burn, Flo Smith. 3rd prize, BIll campbeill, Gerrie Snowdon, Mary Roweliffe, +Scott H'abkirk.:C•on- solation, Anna Kling, Terry Gil- bert, Dr. Stapleton, Brad Smith. Prizes for Wednesday's bon - spiel were: lst, Frank Kling, Ef- fie Stephenson, Dr. Stapleton, Terry Gilbert. 2nd, Bill Campbell, Lois Munn, Arnold Westcotlt, Elsie Dinsmore. 3rd, Jim Stewart, Anna Kling, Anson 'Gilbert, iC'orrie'Snowdon. Consolation, Rev, 'Lane, Wim McLean, Harry Ball, )Muriel Ley - burn. Honours For Tuesday ladies' curling went to Aima Kling, Jo Weiglund, Jean 'Stapleton, Ter- ry Gilbert and Effie Stephen- son. Tuckersmith Mets Auditors Report Tuckersmith council meet .on April 3rd at 1 P.on• .11 anemlbers were present with a Reeve presiding. ' A. M. Harper, +CAH 'township auditor, presented hlt?•,report for 1955. This report showed an op - Gritting surplus of '$'58098.07 for 3.955 and 'an 'accumulated surp- lus of '$15,564.5'9. ('rants were made -to Bi-ucefield aro slept. of 1200 and Seaforth Agricultural ;Society $126.: Liability insurance jwas renew- ed as was the insurance on the town''thip grader. A.1. Houston was 'appointed treneht excavation inspector es required by the Dept. of Labor. Bylaws were passed 'coni +m- ing the increase in salary and expense •allowance of the clerk- treaS..4 ax collector and relief administrator, and• for appropri- ation of $40,000 for road expen- diture for 1966. Accounts passed included: Roads '$1,646.89; salaries :and lul- lowanees 1632.16; income tax $9.50, postage $5, SI fly supplies 50e, print, 8) adv. 684.- 88, brucellosis control $50,75, relief :$267 fine control $10, grants 1312'5, insurance 1225.82, hospitalization $!29.48. Council adjourned to meet May 1 at 8 p.m. Auditors' Report of Reunion Finances A financial statement, detailing the operations of the Seaforth and District Old Boys' Associa- tion has been released. The state- ment, audited by M, A. Reid and W. 33. Southgate, reveals a deficit of $597.35. It is anticipated this will be reduced by payment of outstanding pledges and dona- tions. MRS. J. J. HUGILL Mrs. J. J. Hugill, 50, died op Thursday at the Home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and )Mrs. W. G. Wilkinson, [Strat- ford. [She was the former Ellen Tasker, .and was born MareIh 29, 1875, daughter of the tate Mr, and Mrs. Lancelot Tasker. She resided in Morris top. until her marriage, moving eo Hullett. Her husband died in 1954. Mrs, Hu - gill had lived in Stratford at 79 Mowat tet., for the, past year and a half. She was a.member of 1St. John's United 'Ohureh and was active in the WAILS. and W.A. Besides her daughter, Mrs. W. G. (Ruth) Wilkinson, she is surviv- ed by one son,.Joseirh,,Seaf'orth, five ga'aod.children and Tear :great grandchildren. The funeral took place Sroin the Whitney funeral home, where 'service was held on 'Saturday by 'Rev, W Stuart MacLeod of Bt. John's United [Chunch. Interment was in Mak- landbank cemetery. SEAFORTH TO BE IN TELY Peter mid John Ward of the Toronto Telegram were in.town on Tuesday and Wednesday get- ting Stories and pictures for a feature article'' on .Sealforth. RECEIPTS Donations - 3 406.34 Guarantors 1,077.00 Concessions (net) 1,240.28 Dances (net) 891.65 5Gate-Monday, Aug. 1 1,688.12 Tuesday, Aug. 2 112.25 Registrations112.86 Booklets, advertising. and soles578.20 Log Cabin 25.00 Town of Seaforth, grant 1,000.00 Programs, novelties 132.68 Loan 1,000.00 Total Receipts $8,228.50 °Wednesday,. August 2, afternoon gate includedin race receipts EXPENDITURES & COMMITMENTS Decorations - 8 774,20 Invitations, preparation of lists, and postage 470.47 Tattoo 250.00 Programs and entertainment , 918.00 Parade, bands and prises 742.00 Police and traffic 38.50 Posters„ 'peddling, banners, eat, ranee signs, radio and news- paper ewspaper advertising and stat'ery 1,159.87 Registrations 77.74 Miscellaneous 162.48 Interest - - 22.73. Reception 6610 Grounds preparation and temporary structures 674.46 Novelties, programs fireworks : 340.05 Rain and liability insurance435.00 Races 1,40.25 Less gate and entiy fees 1203.36 202.00 Log Cabin 201.34 Plaque 120.54 Amusement Tax 43.06 Booklet - 661.18 Lonn. repala ., 1,000.00 Telephone 76,76 346 16 $8,683.42 RECAPITULATION Expenditures and commitments $ 8,803.42 Receipts 8,228.50 Excess of commitments over receipts $ 654.02 Balance on hand and in bank 67.54 Deficit $ 587.38 Crossroads Show For Apr. 12-13 [Crossroads of '•56 sponsored by the [Seafartli :Agricultural So- ciety is scheduled for April 12 and 13 in (Seaforth 'District High School. [Dalton Reid and Frank :Sills, who headed last year's oast, will again appear in the major roles. Soloists are Mrs. James A. Stewart, Lois Hamilton and Faye Love. Miss Pauline Galbraith, :Strat- ford has developed new dance routines. J'a'mes A. :Stewart is dl'recting a mixed ,chorus, 'a la- dies' ohoius and a finale chorus, and Miss 0Fwbel Turnbull is in charge of the Puiblic, iSchool sing- ers. 'Tickets are now on sale from any member .orf the S'eatforth Ag rioultural Society. Mrs.. Paul 'Brady is, general convener of the shone. Gordon Wright is building stage proper- ties. Peewees Win Three Games The Peewees tinder .Coach Jacic Eisler have won their first three games in the Young 'Canada tourney at Goderleh. They beat. Kincardine on Tuesday morning 4-1, and Hornepayne '7-1 in the afternoon. •Hornpayne team came 800 miles to take part. On Wednesday morning [Seaforth defeated 'Clinton 3-2 in a close contest. Late Wednesday they meet the strong Temiskalming team in the semi-finals, .and face a tough game. The 'Dick boys have been top scorers for Sea- forth• Hockey Bingo Seaforth Hockey Home Bingo, Prize first full card may be as high. as $500. Cards $1 each. On sale at F. Kling's, Baldwin Hdwe., G. McGonigle, C. Haney, Don Gray (Brumfield), W. Dicicert (Minim). The drawing of the first week's uumbers are: Tlmrs., Mar. 39-I-27 Friday, Mar. 30- N-31 Sat., Mar, 31-1-16; Mon, April 2-N-42; Tues., April 2- 11,3; . Wed., April 4-.0-72 cene .r!c: Famous Coro simulated pearls in a melody of color! Lovely ombre shades with sparkling rhinestones) One, two and three strand uniform or graduated necklaces with the ingenious "Ajusta" clasp. A variety of earrings to match. Beautiful spring flower shades of, Maize, Dusty Pink, Aqua Green.''^ Lilac, Turquoise, White. etc, etc. °n i SAVAUGE2S Jewellery Gifts Fine China EGMONDVILLE Mr. and Mrs. .G. R. Keyes and daughter, Joan of Windsor, spent the Easter weekend ,with the former's mother, Mrs. Nel- son Keyes. Recent visitors with Mrs. W. F. McMillan and Mss Laura Me - Milian were: a Mr. and Mrs. Stan- ley Gray of )Stratford and Mr. and 'Mrs. Don Gray of (London.. Mr. and Mrs. Will Finlayson alit) family of Lorne Park visited this week with the former's mother, Mrs. Jas. Finlayson. Mrs. Grace McCallum, who has spent some months with Mrs, W. F. McMillan has returned to her home in 'Blyth. Mr, and Mrs. Elmore 'Stephen- son, Grace an•d Paul spent the Easter w'ee'kend with relative's 'at Flint and Royal Oak, Michigan, and with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wright at Sarnia. Teachers spending the Easter holidays at their homes here are Miss Alice Watson .of London, Miss Laura McMillan of Toron- to, Miss Bessie Grieve df Chat- ham and Miss Margaret Grieve of Centralia. Miss Jessie Finlayson of Lorne Park is enjoying she East- er holidays in Jamaica, and (hiss Florence Stood with her sister, Miss Alva Elford in New York. McKILLOP Mr. W. IF. Koehler of Strat- ford visited at the Koehler home here over Easter. Garry, Gordon and Allan Koe- hler are spending :their Easter vacation with 'their grandpar- ents, ,Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Moore ab Egmondville. Mr. and Mrs. :Fred Hoegy 'of .Seaforth were Sunday visitors with Mt. and Mrs. Laverne Hoegy. (Rev. H. IL. Brox held very im- pressive services on ,Sunday when the new hynm books were dedicated. CONSTANCE Friends of 'Constance' syn>.pa- .thize with the Hugill family of 'Se'a•forth in their sad bereave- ment. bIr. and MIrs. Fred Riley of Toronto spent the Easter week- end at the home of his parents, Mr, and Mrs. C. Riley and Ron- nie. The YPU were entertained at the 'home of Mr. and Mrs. M. )Miss Helen McI1wain is aa,. pa- tient in Clinton Hospital. We wish her a speedy recovery. Douglas and Ronnie Riley were in Godesich on Tuesday. !Reeve Wm. Jewitt was in. G'oderich on M'on'day to the ''County Council aneeting. Play the Game," Next meeting will be held at the home of Mr. and !Mrs. R. E. McMillan, of Mc- Killop, with Mr. and Mrs, James F. Scott providing the program, Plans were made for .the Daffo- dil Tea to -be held on Wed., Apr. 11, at the home of .Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kling. Mrs, •Stuart closed this part of the :meeting with prayer. Six tables of crokinoie were enjoyed with the following winning prizes: Ladies, Mrs. E. A, :McMaster; men, John Card - no; consolation, Davina Ander- son. FIRESIDE GROUP ENTERTAINED Mrs. W. J. (Stuart, Main dill., entertained the Fireside !Group of First Presbyterian IClhureth on Tuesday evening to a 'crokinole. party and box social. There were about 80 present. Mrs. Stuart, the president, opened the meet- ing with a poem, "Help rine to New Kitchen Is Dedicated The April meeting of the La- dies' Aid was held in the schoolroom with Mrs. H. Whyte, president, in the chair. The new kitchen was dedicat- ed, Mrs. J. A. Munn opened the short •ceremony with a poem en- titled "The Divine 'Office' of the Kitchen" by 'Cecily Siolleck. 'Mrs. Fred Wigg, past president, then out the ribbon 'declaring the kitchen open with +a few suitable words. After an in- spection of the kitchen the meet- ing opened with a spring poem by Mrs. E. Scott. The reports of the secretary and treasurer were read and adopted. Little Ruth Anne Wilson sang a very sweet solo, "Father We Thank Thee", accompanied by Mrs. T. Flynn. The speaker for the afternoon was Miss •Gertrude: Wilkes of the 'Children's Aid (Society in God- erich. Her very interesting talk consisted of answering questions Width are most often asked by people under the following head- ings: Why and when they take children from homes? Why fos- ter homes are so important and how they are picked, a love, of. children being the most import- ant factor. Many ;parents are helped and home reinstated. How unmarried mothers and their )babies are advised and helped. How the department of .Official Guidance helps. How juvenile delinquents are . hellied and guarded in the Courts. We all frit we had learned a lot about the wonderful work of the'Ohildren's Aid Society in our County of Huron. (Mrs. J. )Scott moved a hearty vote of 'thanks to the speaker and all taking part in the meet- ing. Mrs, M. Rennie and :Mrs. Ed 'Keating played a very pleasing duet and the meeting'closed with a social half 'hour following. 01 Toronto, with her sisters, Mrs. 'Broadfoot and Mrs. Patter- son; airs. .Gook of Toronto, with Mr. and Mrs. 3, Shannon; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Marshal.of North Bay with Mrs. J. Mars'h'al and Mr. and Mrs. M. Frazer. Mr. David Hackwell of Toron- to with Mr. and Mrs. W. 10- Hacleweli. A very successful bazaar was held on March 27 in the base- ment of Duff's United Church sponsored by the Walton group of the WMS -and W. A. A goodly number of ladies from Brussels attended .and a fine program was enjoyed by all. WALTON +Com munity service was held at Dmff's .Church on 'Easter Sunday in :commemoration of the Ibord's.,Supper• There had been a 'Good Friday 'Servi'ce at 11 am., as preparatory for Sa- crament. The choir provided 8p- propriaite Baster music which added very much to the service. Visitors over the weekend were Mrs. 'Kerley and son 'Paulson. ST THOMAS' W. A. The annual thankoffering meeting .01 the W. A. of St. Thomas', Seaforth, was held on Tuesday in the parish hall. The meeting opened with sicritipture reading by :Mrs, John Earle, Mrs. Geo. MoGavin presided. Mrs. J. James had charge 'af the educa- tional part. Mrs. James was named delegate to attend the annual meeting in St. Paul's Cathedral, London, April 24, 25, 26. Plans were made to hold a'Blossom tea on Wed., May 16. Elans were :.made for the Junior Auxiliary mother and daughter banquet to Ibe held on Tuesday, May 1st. GROUP 2 W. A. Group 2 W. A. of Northside held their April meeting at the home of Mrs. P. B. Moffat witch 20 ,members present. Mrs. R. ISavauge presided for the devo- tional period and opened meet- ing .with a reading and the sing- ing of hymn 118. 'Scripture read- ing was taken from John 4. Mrs. 11. Shannon led the business dis- cussion. A geographical eontest, also a spelling match of biblical names proved very interesting, A dainty lunch was served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. Fleming and Mrs. Bray. Mrs. J. Stevens conveyed ,the .thanks of the meeting. GROUP 3 W. A.' .Mrs. E. .Chanoberlain was hostess to 'group 3 of Northside W. A. on Tuesday evening. The president, firs. N. Knight, presided over the business per- iod. The treasurer reported net proceeds from tea, and hake sale was $55.22. Mrs. Alf Beuerman presided for the devotional per- iod. 'Hymn 104 Was sung, follow- ed with scripture taken Irons 'Matt. 2S, by Mrs. Austin Mathe- son. Mrs. E. .Snell favored with a reading, "E'aster's Joyous Message of Hope". Donna Barger rendered a lovely solo, "0 'Breath of God", and Donna an'd 'Nancy sang a duet, "Brailiaix'i Lullaby". which vas beautifully ,done. Mrs. Talbot introduced guest speaker, Mrs. 'Bruce Hall, who .chose for her . subject, "Prayer", which was very 'inter- esting. 'Ilymo 148 was sung and the meeting closed by repeating the alizpah Benediction in uni-