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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1942-11-26, Page 4PAGE FOUR THE SEAFORTl NEWS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1942 THE sEAv ORTI-I NEWS Snowdon Haws„ 1'014110re A PLAY LONDESBORO A very successful pot luck supper was held on. Tuesday afternoon of last week at Mrs. A. Radford,'s, with fifty'dve prresent. Tickets were sold on two loaves of 'bread and a dozen "A POOR MARRIED MAN" bona, donated by Mrs'. C,,. Watson. Proceeds were $4.30. Tickets were also sold on a crocheted mat donated by Mrs. M. Ross. Proceeds $3.40; Mrs. W, Mountain won both lucky draws, Bingo was *played dying the afternoon. Proceeds from bingo after paying for prizes were $12.10. Sup- per $16.20. Total amount raised was $36.00, which will be used for Red Cross work. WALTON Another Red Cross Christmas box Mr, and Mrs, D. Bird spent a two Was packed and sent to Edwin Foth- week vacation Here, Mr. Bird had the ergill, who lately arrived overseas, misfortune to get some bad burns Next Saturday and Sunday, Nov. from a coal oil stove which went out 28th and' 29th, the Executive of the of control, i Iluron Presbytery, Young People's Mrs, Jas, Humphries returned to Union will hold a spiritual retreat at Walkei'ville after assisting her sister- Londesboro. They will be in charge in-law, Mrs, Shannon for the past two the church service on Sunday morning. who is slightly improved n orning. The message "will be given after a severe stroke. by the Rev. Stewart CrYsdale of. Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Hoy and (laugh- Vancouver, who is leader of the Re- er Esther spent the week end at treat, and who is now devoting his Goderich attending the wedding 01 time to the work of the forward her sister Edwina Allan, who was movement among young people. married Friday evening to Wilfred They will also assist the choir, Fisher of Benmlller, The wedding Mr, Eric Allen who is in the army took place at the home of her father spent the week end with Mrs. Allen R. A. Allan, of Goderich. and Mrs, Fothergill, Tom Steiss met with a bad accid- Mrs. E. Gaunt, Lucknow, who ent last week. While on 'leave from spent several days recently with her the military camp at London, he cut mother, Mrs. 11. Lyon, and other his foot with an axe. relatives, has returned home. Miss M, McDonald of Saskatche- Mrs. John Nott is visiting with her wan is holidaying with her uncles, daughters at Seaforth. . Miss D. Little, Toronto, spent the Messrs. James and John McDonald, meek end with her mother, Mrs. R. 16th con. Grey. Rev. Harold Snell of Ethel con - Townsend, ducted the morning worship on Sun- day, Noy. 22nd. The sacrament of baptism was observed when four in- fants of the congregation were ehris The Y. P. U. held their regular tened. Mr. Snell took as his text, "Follow me" and gave a very im- meeting on Monday evening. The pr meant. Appropriate meeting was in charge of Miss the Lorde essdiscourse towhat following Margaret Watson who introduced the really meCanadian Youth hymnal. A talk on music was rendered by the choir. The date of the Christmas enter- the Hymn we Would Be Building tainment of the Sunday School has was given by Eva Stackhouse and been set for Dec. 22nd. Kenneth Scott. Psalm 119 was read Mr. Lew Kirkby, his wife and two responsively and prayer from Hymnal daughters, Shirley and Betty Lou, of repeated in unison. At the close of London, spent the week end with the the meeting Rev. Mr. Atkinson con- ' home -folks in and around Walton, ducted a Memorial Service for . the Don't forget the play to be present- late Duncan McEwen who was a ed in the community hall, Friday valued member of the Society. evening of this week, Nov. 27. It is Mr. John Smith spent a few days under the auspices of the Woman's at Bluevale. Association. Week end visitors with Mr. and All who can avail themselves of the Mrs. H. Zapfe were Mr. and Mrs. B. opportunity of hearing Rev. Wm. Kaiser and Mr. and Mrs. R. MoKen- Scott who has recently come home zie and family of Detroit. from Japan, will be delighted to know We are sorry to report the serious that he is speaking on Sunday even- illness of Mrs. W. Elliott. We hope ing, Nov. 29 in Ethel United Church sheill HsoCollins and oon be better. Harry spent on his missionary work in that country. the week end with Mrs. M. McKenzie. The meeting of the U.F.W,O. was Mr. Louis Dutot spent the week end held at the home of Mrs. Joe Bewley at his hone here. on Nov. lath. Mrs. Gordon McGavin Come on you folks, especially you spoke on balanced menus for winter farmers, bring in your scrap, par'tic- meals. Officers for the coming year nlarly rubber and iron. were appointed as follows: Presid- Mrs. T. B. Baird left on Friday for Pill., Mrs. Win. Turnbull; vice pres., the west where she will visit her Mrs. L. Leeming; sec.-treas., Mrs. sister. Rowland; press sec., Miss Laura The Red Cross held their meeting Knight; pianist, Miss Bessie David- on Thurs., Nov. 17. 2 quilts were son; asst. pianist, Mrs. Kirkby; pro- quilted and the usual business dis- gram committee, Mrs. D. Watson, pensed with. Next meeting will be Mrs. G. Dundas, Mrs. N. Reid, Mrs. Thursday, Dec. 3rd. Come on out. We G. McGavin, Mrs. Rowland. Auditors, need you to help us. There will be Miss B. Davidson, Mrs. D. Watson. quilting. Mr. Alvin McDonald has returned The annual meeting of the W. A. from a visit to the west, will be held Tuesday, Dec. 1st. Will Mrs. J. H. Sellers of Morris is vis- all the ladies try and be out as it is sting Mr. and Mrs. Harold Sellers. the election of officers and the Miss Mary McDonald of Plenty, groups will give their reports. Sask., is visiting at the homes of Messrs. John and James McDonald KIPPEN EAST in Grey Township. Mr. James Humphries of Walker -1 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Upshall were vllle spent the week end here with hosts to the members of the farm relatives. Mrs. Humphries who has forum of circuit 651. The meeting been here owing to the serious ill- was of a very interesting type. The nese of Mrs. Hugh Shannon. Mr. secretary, Mi'. Broadfoot, led the dis- Humphries' sister returned home cussion, and Mr. Albert Alexander, -with him, the convener, followed with an inter - Mr, Walter Bewley of Ipperwash esting quiz. The winners at cards Camp, who is in training, is spend- were, ladies first, Mrs. Wilmer ing his furlough at Ms home. 1 Broadfoot; ' consolation, Mrs, J. Canada's oldest practising physi- Woods; gents first, Mr. Robert Dal - clan, Dr. J. W. Browning, celebrated rymple; consolation, Mr, Albert Alex - his 99th birthday at Exeter, on Satw- antler. After lunch Mr. Alexander moved a vote of thanks to the host day, Nov. 21st. He lies Practised there and hostess. The meeting closed with for 74 years. Dr. Browning is the the singing of the national anthem. country's oldest physician both in Mrs, John Woods received a cabie- years and practice. For the past few grant on Monday of this week from years he has conducted a consulting her husband, Pte. John Woods, to the practice only. His son, Joseph W. a eeet that be had arrived safely over - Browning, who operates a drug store, wheels Dr, Browning down to his Fie". office behind the drug store each ST A N L E Y day. Another son, Dr, J. H. Brown- Two sons of Mrs. Elizabeth Carrie, ing, is a physician in London. Born of Vancouver, formerly of Stanley in $omersetahire, England, he came Township, are with the armed forces, to Canada as a boy. At the age of 14 Bertram in England, and Robot still he was a self-taught telegraph opera in Canada, Mrs, Carnia expects to re- tor, one of the Pioneers in the bush -main in Vancouver for the duration nese, When he reached the age of of the war. 17 his health was delicate and fears Mr. Clifford Scotchmer of Chicago were expressed that he would not spent the week end with his parents live long. Three days after the Con- Mr. and Mrs. John Scotchmer Sr, of federation of the Canadian provinces the Bronson line, into a Dominion, Dr. Browning began Mr. and Mrs. Tom Snowden spent, the practice of medicine in Stephen Sunday with Mr. and Mrs.. Harold township. The next year he came to Penhale of the Bronson line. Iditoter and has been there ever since. • Want and For Sale Ads, 3 weeks 50e, Put on by the Seaforth Women's Institute, in the Community Hall, Walton FRIDAY, NOV. 27 Under the auspices of the Wo- men's Association of the United Church, Walton ADMISSION 25c & 150 ' BRUCEFIELD HURON COUNTY.COUNCIL, 1942 Continued Prom Page One Vic Falconer sane from Clinton Town. a man of worthy aspiration-•-• With judgment sound end vision clear --he's plwuls gondiln consultation— At home a reel go-getting type and shows a lot ql pop ',Coe Wills" For there'he's recognized and le, an expert in the fuel '140" — In debating he is square and straight and influenced by no delusion— Butha'll give the matter serious thought and always r'eagli q sound conclusion, Seaforth Towrt. sent Scottto us with flow of Ianguage free and easy— His conversation apt and 'quick, hie play of spirits bright and breezy; Although an easy-going nein, he 'con at times bo energetic And If eccusionshould demand, can express himself in lines. poetic; And he eat et times be most slntere, sound argument is .prone to hatch: As when he expounded to us here, his convictions on the Plowing Match. From Brussels Town Bob Bowman : came, a gentleman both sound and thin— With a pevsonallty. all his own, no other member just like him, In debating he is keen and smart, a conscientious man and square,. With store of knowledge far and wide but with opponents always, fair; And if discussiongot severe, he was really net and quick to turn bet And that he demonstrated here, in keen debate with 1L. E, Turner, Birth Village sent to us a Reeve, Economy, he's always for 10-- And t-And we have all learned tos value here, the common sense of Wm, Merritt) At home a really peppy chap of strictly energetic means— As he eans—As'.he gets around all through the map, selling farmers their machines— And though the farmers often think, the cost of goods he should diminish, But with a conscience as a brook, he seldom trims thorn to a finials. From Wingham Town, Joe •Evans came, a mann of. Independent. mind, He always speaks in accents clear,' with observations .smooth and kind— When he came here inforty-one, he sat in with the Liberals, And he was royally received with great acclaim by all his pals- And you may all remember too, how he surprised most all the natives, When he came bask in forty-two, he lined up with the Conserv-atives, Stephen Township sent a Reeve, a most attraeth'e sort of main— And we have; all greatly relished hero, the Irish wit of Lon, McCann, At farming he's an adept true and knows the job from "a to z." Ano lis splendid home in Stephen there, it really is a treat to see, In debating he is quite sincere and always takes a worthy place, With common sense and vision Slee' and keen Intelligence on hie face. And Stephen sent a deputy too, one of our best diplomats— \He always knows just what to do, the level-headed R. 0. Rats. A most progressive farmer he, with modern methods up to date With. modern rules and modern tools, and all things running smooth and straight. In speaking he is quite profound and takes things calm and cool— With action clean and judgment sound, as he observes debating rule, FromStanley came Fred Watson bold, and he's a rugged man and stout, A Councillor of the finest mold, a atrategist beyond a doubt. In debating lie is bold and free, which augured well for our improvement, Every time he took the floor to talk about the farmers movement. In business he Is keen and smart and it will really be a pity, If he can't stay another year, as Chairman of the "Home" committee. From Goderich Township Rathwell came, a thrifty farmer and a worker And if you visit at his farm. you'll always find that he's no shirker. He farms with methods up to date. and that's a foot without deduction— For he keeps a dandy bunch of cows, and boosts the Country's cheese production. In speaking he is always fait' and understands the Country'a ills, A really enterprising chap from out those Goderich Township hills. From Usborne Percy Passmore came, and he's a robust man and round— But he's a solid chap, though short, two hundred if he weighs a pound. At home an energetic type, with quiet ways and no alarmer— He'o known for many miles around, as d thrifty and progressive farmer— In debating be Is sound and wise, an interesting man to watch— When he talked about the County roads, or warmed up ore the plowing match. Tuckersmith sent to us a Reeve, a man most earnest and sincere— And we always look for something sound, when we have S. H. Whitmore here. With quiet manner, smooth and truer he always gets the best attention— Has a grasp of county matters too, that's quite beyond our comprehension— In speaking, easily understood, for he always gives sound explanation, Every time he takes the floor, to talk to us on Education. From McKillop Russell Dorrance came, of stalwart form and six feet two— A man of specially tugged frame and principle both sound and true, To farmers in the County round, he realty needs no introduction—w For he keeps a splendid Shorthorn herd and boosts the County's beef production. He always takes long sighted views, which augur well for his atonement; And justifies the stand he took, on that needful plowing match postponement. And Ferguson came from' Hallett here, a chap' quite smooth arid -debonair -- With common sense and careful thought and judgment sound he's' always thefe-- At farming he Is up to date, progressive ways in his possession— With systematic methods too, as he farms there on the sixth concession— Ln talking he is straight and clear, and, always takes a sound positioh. As when he presented to us here, his neighbors' plowing match' petition. From Morris, Francis Duncan came, and he's a willowy lad and limber— And yon ern tell jos,. at d glance, that he's of tough and wiry timber— In debating he is quire austere, with calm and cool deliberation— But he always gets right to the point with systematic observation. And he's a dandy at a dance and always gives us quite a thriller- • Every time he gets n chance to dance a clog with Norman Miller. Grey Township sent to us a Reeve, a mon that puts no thrills on— And everyone admires here, the straight square shooting Tommy Wilson— He always says just what he thinks and nothing ever superfluous, He'r always careful what he drinks, and sets a good example to us— He lifts n most distinctive voice and uses it with great precision— And with honest thinking as a guide, he'll always reach a sound decision. A Deputy also came from Grey, a man of sound substantial learning— Of straight and stalwart form is he, with laudable ambition burning— If we had difficult problems on and common sense began to wander, We'd always get some sound advice from cautious Alec Alexander— Perhaps our youngest member here, with his career just nicely started— And the chances are that he'll be here, when the most of us have all departed. From Howiek Township came a Reeve, the conscientious William Gamble— His influence was always great, when ere our thoughts began to ramble; In debating he was moat sincere and worthy of our emulation— When he spoke about the County Home or the Agricultural Federation— His sudden death we all deplore, his memory too we all revere, Few men there are with virtues more and few so earnest and sincere. A Deputy came from .Howiek too, the cool and cautious David Weir— We had someone to rely upon, when we had David Weir right here; bl speaking he is sound and clean, with' cool and careful calculations; Andwe give to him attention keen, when ere he makes his observations; And he would raise his pleasant voice, tuned high with thoughts enthusiastic, Or mellowed softer as he chose, but never in a tone sarcastic. And a new man -came from Howick here, at this our last end closing session — A man of worth it would appear and common sense in his possession— An energetic fa'mer he, with the good substantial name of Strong, In expression he is frank and free and it never takes him very long, He has a voice as smooth as silk, with most effective modulation, A voice that really carries well, with very clear articulation. l'l'om Turnberry Township came a Reeve, an entertaining chap is he— llo can tell a tale or spin a yarn, and do It with the utmost glee; A. good fish story he con tell, as to how he almost caught a whale, And how at last it got away, it really interesting tale— An n Councillor Ile is wise and sound, for right he struggles might and main— And we are always looking round, for honest mon like Roland Grain, Prom East Wavanosh Raymond Redmond came, distinctive as our bachelor member, Which stamps him as a clever man, and something we should all remember, And nithnugh we've tried to change his clew, and correct him in his foolish motions, In spite of all that we can do, he stinks right to his bachelor notions, And many a maiden round about, have no doubt tried to 'capture him— But before they know what they're about, he has them out upon a limb— In debating he is sound and clear, and he was mighty hardto match, When he gave us his opinions hero, on that needless costly plolwing match, And Colborne Township Sent a Reeve, the canny cautious William Thom, A disciple of the Scottish race, with all his methods cool and calm -1 At farming he's a specialist with methods always enterprising, And always gets such good results, that they are really most surprising,' T•Ie always peeps n lot of hogs, perhaps four score or more— And helps produce a lot of pork, to win this bloomlu' war, West Wawanosh sent tous a man, as good as any they have found— And we have always felt well satisfied, If we had Tommy Webster round; Another thrifty farmer too, with energetic waya about him, A man with common sense and true, we wouldn't like to be without him—' He always speaks with vis!bn clear'tnd observations shrewdly made, As when he gave us here one day, some pointers on the cattle trade, From Ashaeld Reeve McDmlald came, with Highland blood in all his veins. To give his honest service here, he always takes the greatest pains. In debating he Is always round, with observations aystematic— And with Scottish prudence for hie guide, he never takes a course erratic, A man of many talents he, and worthy of our admiration, Whenhe plays those breeny dancing tunes, tor tho Duncast Mltler combination. THUR. PRI. SAT, -- DOUBLE FEATURB 2itd Sliow Starts 8,45 "What's Cookin' " with '!Gloria Jean" Andrews Sisters • Woody Heiman' Band A Musical Comedy ALSO North of Klondike Brod Crawford Lon Chaney Andy Devine A mining engineer tackles a toughie who wants to run the Settlers out because he knows "thar'S gold in them thar'i;eal estate" and wants it MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY Gary Cooper ' Joan 'Leslie Walter Brennan Offer a stirring story of a Hun -buster who starred in the World War 1. You will thrill to Howard Hawk's pieturization of. the one -roan -army "Sergeant York" THURS. FRI. SAT, (NEXT) Robert Cummings Priscilla Lane In Alfred Hitchcock's "Saboteur" - Action ! Suspense ! A thrilling up to -the -minute story of sabotage. Coming - "In This Our Life" And Ashfield sent a Deputy too, let not one of -us forget— With a splendid reputation, a successful country Vet. And he's n handy man to have, when animals take sink, When MacDonald's horsewas nearly dead, he cured him mighty quick. In speaking he is very clear andnever thinks of private gain. And it's really fine to have him here, the patriotic Gilbert Frayne. This stdry would be incomplete and never should in print appear, If it should fail to mention here,our cool and cautious engineer, Roy Patterson's a man of worth, a most substantial man and square, Of solid frame and rugged form and shoulders like a rugby player. And at road building he is tope, and that's a fact without deduction, Foe people come from far and near to learn new tips on road construction. In conclusion it Is fair'to state and after due consideration, That the County. Council of this date, will meet with worthy commendation— For it was their aim throughout the year, in every act of legislation, 'Po secure for Huron County here, constructive sound administration, They have left a truly grand record, real substantial men and true— Of this Huron County Council of Nineteen Forty-two, VARNA I era were present, Hymn, "Take time to be holy" was used as the opening Varna Red Cross Notes I number and was followed by the The Nursing Course which the Lord's prayer in unison. Psalm 100 Varna Red Cross has been planning was read for the Scripture lesson by for, will not begin until after the New Mrs. Wm. Dickey. Mrs.. Sherwood Year. All ladies who wish to take ad- Brock read a poem. "November." Mrs, vantage of this 'course are requested Rev. Mair and Mrs. H. Ford present - to register with the Secretary, Miss ed the study for the month, "Hain- Rachael Johnston, as. soon as pons- omic Security", which was an inter- ible, that final arrangements may be eating subject: A temperance reading completed. The Quilting committee' 'Money talks," was given by Mrs. F. report a very active season has be- Brock. The roll call was answered by gun, three quilts finished, which in- a quotation on Faith. The election of elude a top donated by Mrs. Connell, officers ,followed the business. The et top by Mrs. hiss assisted by girls, closing hymn was "What a Friend we another top from the W.NI S. of the have in Jesus," and Mrs. Mair closed United Church, the lining for which with a short prayer. The officers for has been donated by Mrs, Helen 1943 are: Hon, President, Mrs. R. D. Clarke. A top has just been received Hueter; president, Mrs. Hy. Ford; from the Junior Institute. Thanks vice pros., Mrs. R. E. Pooley; trees - again, girls. The knitting convener, urer, Mrs. E. Skinner; secretary, Mrs. Miss Edythe Beatty, has on hand R. W. Batten; corres. secretary, Mrs. yarn for 30 prs. seaman's socks, and W. Elford; Literature and Press Informs us that knitters are 'urgent - Newton Mrs. Hy. Ford; pianist, Mrs. ly needed. The treasurer, Mrs. G. H. Newton Clarke; assistant, Mrs, W. F. Beatty, reports $26, which had been Batten; Supply Sec., Mrs. Thos. Bell; pledged, received on the national ap- Temperance Sec., Mrs. F. Brock; peal. The L.O.L. donated $6.45 from Supt, systematic giving, Mrs. Wes their November supper, which is Horne; community friendship 'eon- gratefully appreciated. Proceeds from' vener, M i's. P. Murch; helpers, Mrs. salvage $8.75. Cash on hand, $453.35.' A Pym, Mrs: S. Hunter, Mrs. B: Will- A new shipment of material for hos- isms, Mrs. J. Prance, Mrs. J. Bailey. pital gowns and surgical towels has Miss. monthly sec., Mrs. Jno. Coward, just ari'ived. Able, willing hands will Miss. Band leaders, Mrs. Harold Dell, not be idle by all appearances. For and Mrs. Jack Delbridge; baby band the months of Sept. and October, the supt" Mrs. Lewis Johns. packing committee have taken About fifty-five persons attended charge of: 20 sheets, 60 pillow cases, the. Red Cross pot luck supper held 25 hospital gowns, 1 pr. pyjamas, 10 in the basement of the church on pneumonia jackets, 20 hot water bot- Tuesday evening of last week, Follow- tle covers and 80 hankies. ing the supper Rev. Miss Hern and Rev. Mr. Jolair a short pi held which consisted of a sing song.• was of Thames Road, exchanged pulpits Miss Ethel Pooley gave two recite - on Sunday. tions "Letters from Home" and A number from here attended the „When Pa puts the Ashes out." Mrs, funeral of the late Mrs. John Denni Harold Bell gave two solos "I'm son of Wingham on Sunday. dreaming of a White Christmas," and The funeral of Mrs. John Denni- "Our Yankee Lads." The guest son of Wingham passed through the speaker for the evening was Section village on Sunday on the way to the Officer Miss McDonald of No. 9 Bayfield cemetery. Mrs. Dennison SETS, Centralia. She spoke on the was formerly Miss Lizzie McGuire work of the WAAF's and was very and was a resident of Stanley for a number of years before going to Wingham, Mr.. Dennison was so ill that he was unable to attend the 'fu- neral. Rev. Mr, Atkinson of Bruce - field conducted the burial service at the graveside. Rev. Mr, Mair of Thames Road .United Church exchanged pulpits with Rev.' Reba Rem on Sunday when, anniversary services were held at Thames Road. Mrs. Austin and son and daughter visited relatives in Londesboro on' Sunday. Miss Moffatt and Mrs, Beatty spent a day in Usborne last week: Sorry to report that Mrs. John Rathwell is quite i11. Mr. and Mrs. Laythem and family and Miss Beatty of London spent 'Sunday with Mrs. Beatty and daugh- ter. ELIMVILLE W. m, S. Meeting On Wednesday afternoon, MeV, 18, the W.M.S. met at the home of Mrs. W. F. Batten. Mrs. Geo, Davis took charge of the meeting. Eleven memb• interesting. Following this an elec- tion of officers was held for 1943. Presidents, Miss Ruth Skinner and Mr. Geo, Davis; 1st vice pres., Mrs. Ralph Batten; 2nd vice pres., Mrs. Sohn Delbridge; secretary, Mrs. Wm. Dickey; treasurer, Mi'. Roland Will- iams. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Kenneth Johns on Dec. Sth. The meeting closed with the hymn "Abide With Me." Rev. Merriam . of. Centralia will preach here next Sunday at 10 a.m.., Rev. Miss Reba Horn of Varna preached a very interesting sermon in the. interests of the'W.M.S. here last Sunday evening. A good nnymber Were present. Miss Hazel Williams underwent an operation for appendicitis at St. Joe- eph's Hospital, London, last Thurs- day evening and is progressing nicely. Mr. Will Routiy has been somewhat indisposed and is taking a rest, ' Misses Joy Whitlock and Winnie Smithson of St. Thomas spent the week end with the former's relatives here.