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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1943-06-17, Page 1ell HURON COUNTY'S L EAD I N G NEWSPAPER WHOLE SERIES, VOL, 65, No, 24 SEAPORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, ;JUNE 17, 1943 Phone 84 $1 a year Dr. Larkin Dies In Toronto Hospital' To Be Buried Here Thursday. — Was Minister Here 28 Years The death occurred at Queen Eli- zabeth Hospital, Toronto, on Tues- day, June 15th, of Frederick Howe Larkin, D.D„ 216 Rose Park Drive, Toronto, who was minister of First I'resbyterian Church, Seaforth, for twenty-eight years, from 1900 to 1928, Dr. Larkin attended the 75th anni versant' of First Presbyterian Church here in May 1942, and his presence was a great pleasure to the congreg- ation in which he had ministered for. so long. Shortly afterwards he be- came ill and about six months ago suffered a paralytic stroke, since which time he was without the pow- er of speech. - For forty years in the ministry of the .Presbyterian Church in Canada, Dr, Larkin was in his 82nd year. He was born at Albertan, Prince Edward Island, received his 'primary educa- tion in Maritime schools and in 1888 graduated from McGill University. He was ordained in the Presbyterian Church and from 1888 until 1890 served at Lowell, Mass. -Returning to Canada, he was in charge of the First Presbyterian Church, Chatham, until 1900 when he was called to 'Seaforth. Dr. Larkin' served here until 15 years ago when he retired and went to Toronto to live. In 191'7 'he was awarded an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree by McGill University. In 1938 Dr. and Mrs. Larkin cel- ebrated their golden wedding anniv- ersary. Mrs. Larkin was the former Miss Margaret Jean Forsythe of Prince Edward Island. Surviving are his wife, three daughters, Mrs. How- ard H. Kerr and Miss Helen D. Lar- kin, both of Toronto, and Mrs. Dr. W. W. Moffatt of Port Colborne, and a son, Fred R. Larkin, of Wind- sor. A son, Henry, died after re- turning from serving overseas in the last war. The funeral will take place from First Presbyterian Church on Thurs- day at 2.30 p.m, Interment in Mait- landbank cemetery. *'blue coal'.¢ a ' THE SOLID FUEL FOR SOLID COMFORT B. L. BOX PHONE 43 North Side United Church Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister. 10 a.m. Sunday School. 11 a.m. "The Ministry, Through Ex- perience." 7 p.m., "Secret and Revealed Things." We welcome every worshipper. St. Thomas Church Rector: Rev. Dr. Hurford, • 11 a.m, Thirtieth Anniversary of Rector's Ordination: "Some Observe • tions." , 7 p.m, Masonic Service. Sunday School at 10 a.m. St. Mary's Church, Dublin 9.30 a.m. Thirtieth Anniversary of Rector's Ordination. First Presbyterian Church Rev. Hugh •Jack, Minister. Sunday School at 10 a.m. Morning service at 11 a..m, Evening service at 7"p.m. Rev, Fred G. Fowler of - 1311,ere',, will conduct these services. Mid -week service, Thursday at 8 p.m. Egmondville United Church 10 a.m., Sunday School. 11 ' a.m. and 7 p.m., Rev. W. G. Rose, B.A., of Auburn. Salvation Army Major and Mrs. Waterston, former- ly from the West, now of the Men's Social Department in Toronto, will conduct the meetings in The Salva- tion Army Citadel, Seaforth, on Sun- . day, June 20th, 1943. The Holiness Meeting is at 11 a.m., Sunday School atB` p,m. and a Salvation Meeting at 7 p,m, All are welcomed. OWEN SOUND BOY DROWNED Word was received Tuesday by Mrs, Larry Brown, that her husb- and's brother Leslie, 18, was drowned in Owen Sound Bay when his boat capsized. No trace of his body has been found, but his boat was found turned 'upside down on the bay dur- ing the sdarch, Hewas employed by the Northern Bolt & Screw Co. Ltd, He leaves to mourn, besides his par- ents, four sisters and one brother at home; Melville of Camp 'Borden, Gor- don of Alaska, Mrs. • Wm. Wright (Velma) of, Orillia, and Larry over- seas, Howas the second youngest son of Mr. and Mrs, J, W. Brown of Owen Sound, LEGION TO HOLD DECORATION DAY The Seaforth branch' No, 156 of. the Canadian Legion will hold their annual decoration service on Sunday, June 20th. All ex -service men are requested to fall in at the post office at 1.45 p.m., then march to the mon- ument before proceeding to the cem- eteries at Egrnondville, Harpurhey, Maitland Bank, St. James' and Dub- lin. Wear your berets and medals. Dr. Hurford Observes 30th Anniversary Rector of St. Thomas Church Was Ordained Thirty Years Ago at Kingston Thirty years ago' in 'St. George's Cathedral, Kingston, Ont„ the Rev. Dr. Hurford was ordained by the Right Rey. Bishop Mills, Bishop of Ontario. It is a coincidence that for a short time Bishop Mills was Rector of Seaforth," Dr. Hurford remained in the Diocese of Ontario for 10 years and then accepted the Parish of Tara in Huron Diocese where he was for two and a half years, He then 'ac- cepted the Parish of Shelburne and stayed 12 years, coming to Seaforth in January, 1938. Dr. Hurford is Hon. Clerical Secretary to the Synod of Huron, Examining Chaplaiin to the Bishop, and a member of the Council of 'Huron College. On Sunday morning next he will preach on "Some Observations of a Thirty Years' Ministry. In the even- ing the Masonic Lodge will attend the service. NORTHSIDE W. M. S. RECEIVES GIFT The monthly ineeting of Northside W. M. S. was held in the Sunday School room Thursday, June 10th, at 2.30 p.m. The president, Mrs. R. Lawson, opened the meeting with hymn' 403, "How • firm a foundation," and prayer. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted and the business discussed. The society received a gift of $100 from the estate of the late Jean Ferguson, who was one of our most faithful members. Mrs. C. C. Koine gave a temper- ance reading showing the harmful effects of alcohol on the babies of the nation. The treasurer's report was read by Miss A. Ferguson. The roll• was called and Circle 1 reported 9' visits. Circle 2 took charge of the' devotional period led by Mrs, R. Lawson. Hynin 172, "I Love Thy Kingdom Lord," was sung followed, with prayer by Mrs. A. Reid. The theme, "What is the Truth about the Japanese Canadians," was given inI the form of a conversation by four members, . Mrs. R. Lawson, Mrs. R. Archibald, Miss A. Lawrence and Mrs. T. McMichael. Mrs. R. Rogers gave a Bible reading and Mrs. Cut - 11i11' gave an excellent report of the London Conference Branch held at Ingersoll May 5th and 6th. The meet- ing closed with prayer by Mrs. Law- son. THOMAS .ELDER A resident of Seaforth for the past 27 years and a well known man throughout the district, Thomas Eld- er died at his home on John street in his 75th year on Friday after an illness of one day. Until Thursday Mr. Elder had been in fair health and able to be about. He was born in Tuckersmith township. in November, 1868 and farmed there successfully for many years until retiring to Sea- , forth. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Elder, who were both born in Scotland. On May ' 6th, 1891, he was married in Tuck- ersmith township to Miss Jessie Clarkson Stewart who survives him. Mr. Erie ..vsas a far t,ini-•nieaibei of ''.efrsi Presbyterian Church, Seaforth. Surviving besides his 'wife are two daughters, Miss Ella Elder, Seaforth, and Mrs. J. A. Sholdice, London, and two brothers, William J. Elder, I Seaforth, and John Elder, Hensall. 1 One sister, Mrs. A. Moir, predeceas- 1 edhim about four years ago. A private funeral service was held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from his late residence, with Rev. Hugh Jack, of First Presbyterian Church conducting thg service. Interment it and was made m Ma auk ceme- tery. tery. The' pallbearers were John Fin- layson, M. A. Reid, Helmer Snell, M. McKellar, J. P. Bell and Robert Eberhart. ELIMVILLE Mr, and Mrs. Fred Long and child- ren of Atwood were week end visit- ors at Mr. Will Johns. Miss Joy Whitlock of St, Thomas, spent Sunday at Mr. Ben Williams'. Rev. Laing of Woodham preached here last Sunday morning. Mrs. Harry Ford returned home Saturday after visiting in St. Thomas. ' Mr. and Mrs, Ben Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Rollie Williams, Hazel and Ona, visited In London and Si. Thomas on Monday, PURCHASES HOUSE Mrs, W. W. Cowan has sold her house at the West 'end of Market The next blood donors clinic will street to Mr, Win, Bradshaw, Mrs, be held about July 15, Anyone wish - Cowan has taken rooms at Mrs, Me- ing to attend is asked to call the Kenzie's, Market street, . ' the Seeretany at 341. Fr. Morris Celebrates First High Mass Former Hibbert Boy Officiated at Sot Colulniban Church on Sunday Rev. Ellwyn A. Morris, son of Mrs William P. Morris and the late W. P. Morris, a native of Hibbert town- ship, celebrated his first solemn high mass, in St. Oolumban Church on Sunday morning, Acting as deacon was Rev, Gordon T, Dill, London; sub -deacon, Rev. Harry P. Feeney, C.R, St, Jerome's College, Kitchen- er; Rev. F. J. O'Drowski, P.P., St. Columban, arch -priest; Frank Moy- lan, China Missions, Toronto, master of ceremonies; John Harrington, Kil- adoo, Thurifer; William Morris, St. 'Columban, and Donald Lehane, Van- couver, acolytes; and Rev. William H. Simpson, St. Peter's Seminary, London, guest speaker. Other clergy occupying seats in the sanctuary were Rev. Joseph A. Feeney, Lon- don; Rev. John Mclvor, China Mis- sions, St. Marys, and Rev. William Nigh, C.S.B., Houston, Texas, and Rev, S. B. Ffonikes, Dublin. The guest speaker, Rev. W. Simpson, gave a very brilliant and scholarly sermon on the life and duties of a priest. Father Morris is the fourth son of Mrs. Morris and the late W. P. Morris and received his primary ed- ucation at No, 4 Separate School, Hibbert,and graduated later from Dublin Continuation School, entering St. Peter's Seminary, London, for philosophy and theology. He has five brothers: John, RCAF, Galt; Louis, Joseph and Thomas at home, and William, St. Peter's Seminary, Lon- don; also two sisters, Mary, Chath- am, and Angela, at home. Following the Solemn High Mass, Rev, Father O'Drowski, on behalf of the Catholic Women's League, presented Father Morris with an ad- dress and a cheque for $75. Father Morris thanked the donors gracious- ly, also his pastor, the choir and all the officiating clergy, after which he conferred his blessing to the individ- ual members ofthe congregation at the railing. About thirty guests were served at dinner at the, Royal Hotel, Mitchell. On Sunday afternoon a reception was held at the home of Mrs. Morris when a large number of relatives and friends extended felicitations to the young priest. Mrs. Morris was assisted in receiving by her two sis- ' ters, Mrs. William Stapleton and Mrs James O'Sullivan. Father Morris gra- ciously thanked the guests for many gifts. . I FLOWER SUNDAY AT NORTHSIDE CHURCH Northside United Church observed a children's day service and Flower Sunday on Sunday. The service was under the direction pf Rev. H. V, Workman, minister of the church,' assisted by Mr. I. H. Weedmark. Mr. Weedmark expressed his appreciation of the co-operation of all who had aided in beautifying the church, men- tioning in particular Miss M. Mary for the decorating committee. The music for the service was in charge of the senior choir led by James Ste- wart and the junior ohoir by Miss Mabel Turnbull. During the service two infants were baptized, Sharon Irene Pryke, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Earl Roy Pryke, and Karen Elaine Butt, daughter' of Mr, and Mrs. Roy Butt. Mr. Workman called the congrega- tion to remembrance of the import- ance of the church, giving great care to •the directing of the children and youth of the church and fitting thein for leadership in the new era ahead. In the afternoon,. a special meeting was called under the direction of the Women's Missionary Auxiliaries to hear an -address by Mrs. James Mal - draw oft Vancouver, president of the British dole,:' ilt Conference Branch. Mrs. Muldrew spoke or u'''io work as relating to the Japanese situktt ii ,on the Pacific coast. ' Another visitor to. Seaforth, Rev. A. R. Skinner, Toronto, spoke at the evening service in the interests of the Lord's Day Alliance. Rev. Skinner also spoke on the Lord's Day Alliance In First Presbyterian church en Sun- day morning, TWO CHANGES ON COLLEGIATE STAFF Two members of the Seaforth 'Collegiate Institute teaching staff, Miss Emily Lester and Miss Martha Allen, have resigned. Miss Allen has accepted a position on the teach- ing eaching staff at Leamington, and Miss Lester intends spending a year at her home in Norwich. All other members of the Collegiate staff have been re-engaged. The public school staff have all been re -appointed. Salvage Collection Tuesday, June 22 Many Sorters Wanted For Next Tuesday Evening. — Will You Help ? A monster salvage collection will be held next Tuesday, June 22nd, starting at 6,80 in the evening. This collection will include all of Sea - forth and Egmondville. Owing to gas and tire restrictions it has been nec- essary to have fewer collections this year, and it is suggested that you make a thorough canvass of your home; including the attic and garage and gather all material that can be sold as salvage or rummage. Rubber is urgently needed, particularly tires and tubes, rags of all kinds are in great demand; grease.and dry bones are asked for in ever-increasing quantities, iron and steel, and dnetals such as brass, aluminum, copper, zinc and other such metals are re- quired for our great war industries; paper, including old books, card- board, newspapers, magazines, etc., also bottles of all kinds will be grate fully accepted. All rummage articles that can be re -sold will be appreciat- ed, and the money derived from the sale of all salvage and rummage will be donated to needy war charities. As with the last collection, the committee invites all who can do so to assist in the sorting of the salvage on Tuesday evening. Your assistance sorting and unloading the trucks krill help to clean up all the work in the one evening, and be ready for shipping as soon as the truck ar- rives. MISS MARTHA ALLEN HONORED BY CHOIR During the annual meeting of the choir of First Presbyterian Church, bliss Martha Allen, a member of the choir and of the staff of Seaforth Collegiate Institute, was presented with a flower pin on behalf of the choir by James T. Scott, past presid- ent of the choir. Miss Allen who has been on the staff of the school for the past three years is leaving the stag. She made a fitting reply. Offic- ers for 1943 were also elected as fol- lows: Honorary president, Rev. Hugh Jack; president, 'Mrs, J. A. Munn; vice-president, Mrs. W, A. Wright; secretary -treasurer, Mrs. Frank Kling. COLEMAN-McMILLAN 1. On Saturday, June 12th, at 12.30 noon, the Rev. Hugh Jack of Seaforth Presbyterian Church, united in mar- riage Edythe Marcella McMillan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Thos. Mc- Millan, to Mr. Francis Stephen Thomas Coleman, son of Mr. and Mrs, Frank Coleman of Seaforth. The wedding took place in the beauti- ful floral decorated front room of the McMillan home. The bride was at- tired in a fool' length gown of white 'satin with lace bodice and wrist length sleeves. She wore a pearl necklace and carried a•bouquet of red Better Time roses. Her shoulder length veil was held in place by a wreath of white flowers. Miss Mild-' reel Aitcheson was bridesmaid. Her, floor length' gown was of pale blue sheer. A wreath of pale blue flowers was her headdress. She carried pink briarcliffe roses. The little brides- maid, Marie Hunt, cousin of the bride, looked pretty dressed in pink,' carrying a nosegay of dolored June flowers. Mr. Robert E. McMillan, the bride's brother, ii: ted as groomsman. The bride entered the living room on her father's arm to the—si121ns of the wedding march played by MYlta,' Gladson Campbell, aunt of the bride. Miss Marjorie Hunt sang "I Love You Truly," during the signing of the register. The bride's mother was dressed in dusty 'rose crepe and the groom's,' mother in a figured crepe. Both wore corsages of pansies, The groom's gift to the bridesmaid was a gold bracelet and 66 the groomsman a pen and pencil set. The flower girl received a purse. The. waitresses and pianist were given novelty plates. A wedding dinner was served to over thirty guests, The dining room was prettily decorated in pink, blue, and white streamers with white wed - cling bells. The bride's table was decorated with the colored streamers coning from the centre of the ceil- ing to the corners of, the table. The wedding cake was in the centre. The waitresses were Jean Scott, Edith Roney, Marjorie Hunt and Delphine Bisback, The bridal couple left for a .motor trip to Bra.cebridge and northern points, the bride wearing a two piece brown and beige ensemble with brown and beige accessories.. The newly married couple will re- side on the groom's farm on the 2nd line Of McKillop, ENGAGEMENT Mi'. and Mrs, Victor Mohr, of Tavi- stock, wish to announce the engage- ment of their daughter PRsye, of Kit- chener, to William H. C. Bennewies, only son of Mr. and Mrs. George Bennewies, McKillop. The marriage to take place at Tavistock on June 19811, at 8 p.m. ARRIVES OVERSEAS Sgt, Pilot Thos. Melady arrived safely and well in England, according to a cable received Saturday' by his. father, Mr, Frank Melady, of St. Columbani. Work) was alae received Saturday by Mr, and Mrs, John Devereaux, Tuckersmith, that their son, Sgt. Pilot Prank Devereaux, had arrived. safely overseas, NEXT BLOOD DONORS CLINIC JULY 15 Town Council Holds June Meeting' Consider Ways of Helping Out As Fuel Shortage Threat- ens Here :Tice regular meeting of the town council was held in the council chambers Monday at 8 p,nr. Present were Mayor John J. Clint, Reeve M. A, Reid, Councillors, John C. Mac- Kenzie, J. E, Keating,, H, E. Smith, Chas, Holmes, R. G, Parke, F. S. Sills, Minutes of the last meeting read and. confirmed. Letter re Greek war relief fund was read; resolution from Gan- anogue read and tabled; petition re dogs running at large was presented and the problem discussed and it was decided to strictly enforce by-law re tags, Motion, Sills -Holmes, that a reso- lution be submitted to the fuel con- troller,relative to the cutting of fire wood by war prisoners or internees. Parke -Sills, that the sale of Lot #79, Jarvis Survey, corner South Main and Railway streets, by the pro- perty committee to G. W. B. Hilde- brand, for $10,00, be confirmed and the necessary deeds be issued in due course. Smith -Keating, that the re- port of the municipal auditors Messrs• Brock and Davis, be accepted and their account when received and ap- proved be paid and the finance com- mittee be authorized to have printed a number of abbreviated reports. The Liquor Control Board advised that 5402.14 is the town's rebate from local beverage room sales, ' In view of the present coal and wood shortage, means of getting help for cutting wood in local areas were discussed and a resolution was passed asking the Dominion Fuel Controller for camps of prisoners of war and internees, for wood cutting: These mobile units operate from tent camps under armed guard. It was estimated the town could easily use from 500 to 1000 cords of wood next winter. A survey of dead trees on the streets revealed 40 or 50 trees suitable for cutting. In answer to a question it was stated owners have the privilege of cutting trees in front of their own property if they obtain permission. Estimates of all committees will be prepared for council's next regular meeting. Bylaws granting rebates on farm lands and appointing Brock & Davis, Kitchener, as auditors for 1943, were read and passed. The 1942 report by • the above auditors, covering the' town, utilities, schools and library,' • was received and discussed. Accounts and salaries: D. H. Wil- son, $79.98; R. Shinen, 525; Jno. A.' . Wilson, pension, $20; J. Cummings,' i $90; J. Currie, $85; Thos, Storey, 565; Allan Reid, 519.50; 3. 0, Rio- -Min $9; Bell Telephone Co, 54.68; County of Huron, 518; J. A. Westcott 53.43; Can. Nat, Riys., 55,32; Frank Kong, $2; J. M. Govenlock, bailiff, 528; E. C, Chamberlain, $28; La France Fire. Engine & Foamite Ltd., 549,50; W. J. Thompson, .40; FredReeves, 532.40; M. Ryan, 526.80; Jos. Heffernan, 532.55; Jacob Wurni, $11.20; J. E. Daley, $115; Jno. E. Daley, 549.50; P. U. C. $33.83; Wm. Montgomery, $3.90. ketottattil TWO FEATURED DIAMOND VALUES • FREE INSURANCE SAVAUGES Jeweller and Optometrist Opposite Post Office, Seaforth Canada Welcomes China's First Lady Mme. Chiang Kai-Shek Did you hear this great soul plead- ing over the air this week from Ot taws for her people—yes and for our loyal long-suffering ally, China. Contributions to date from Sea - forth and district total only $286.25. Fund closes Sat., June 26th. Let us lend a hand to keep China free. Debtors to China We Are Lae th J a oy usurper low Nw's the day to strike your blow, Contributions corrin slow Strike for victory. Japan is a long way from uncondi- tional surrender—if China falls, it may be impossible. Have we all paid our debt to China? Previously acknowledged $241.90, George A. Jackson 510.05, Mrs. Ma- bel Stirling $1.00, No Name $4.65,. Jas. A. Stewart $2, No Name 52.50, Thos. Dodds 52.00, H. Edge 51.00, No Name $2.55, Dr. Hurford $1.00, Orange Lily Lodge $2.00, E.D.B., 55.00, No Name $5.00; No Name .60 —Total $281.25. War Victims Com.: Crawford i(Smitty) South, Chairman; W. J. Duncan, M. A. Reid, James M. Scott, John Beattie. p g ,. PHILLIPS M LEAN BRUCEFIELD ac St. James Church vestry prettily decorated with bridal wreath and peonies was the scene of a pretty wedding Saturday morning with the Rev. Father IHissey officiating, and Mrs, Frank Devereaux at the organ, when Katherine MacLean, only dau- ghter of Mr, and Mrs. Roderick Mac- Lean, Egmondville, became the bride of Mr. Anthony Phillips, son of Mr, and Mrs. Thomas Phillips, Seaforth, The bride, given in marriage by her father, looked lovely in a gown of white marquisette with lace inset over taffeta fashioned on princess lines with long train and sweetheart neckline. Her finger tip veil of tulle illusion fell from a shirred halo with coronet of orange blossoms. She wore a string of pearls, the gift of the groom, and carried a shower bouquet of lily of the valley, pink roses and bouvardia. Her attendants were Mrs. Scalisi, of Wdcdttock, as matron of honor, and Miss Bdt y..Stevens, Kitchener, bridesmaid, both wearllbg.flpor length gowns of poudre blue chiffolt •$'lith matching shoulder length veil, caught' with pink and white flowers. Their bouquets were pink roses and swan - sonia. Mr. Roderick MacLean, Kitchener, brother of the bride, was groomsman. During the signing of the register Miss Julia Flanagan sang "Because." The marriage reception was held at the Commercial Hotel, the mother of the bride receiving in a gown of navy blue sheer with blue hat and corsage of pink sweet peas. Mrs, Phillips, mother of the groom; assist- ed, wearing a gown of leaf green sheer with brown ilat and, corsage of pink sweet peas. Later Mr. and Mrs, Phillips left for a trip to Muskoka, the bride travel-' ling in a navy sheer two-piece frock with navy hat and matching acces-' series. On their return . they will make their horse 10 Seaforth, WINNERS The winners in the draw at the Huron Federation picnic last week were: Mrs, Jonathan Hugill, Seaforth',' Delbert Geiger, Zurich, Reg. McGee, Goderich. Mr. and -Mrs. J. IC. Cornish re- ceived word .on Tuesday that their son, Sergt. J. C. (Jake) Cornish is reported missing' We hope they will hear better news soon. Miss Elizabeth Scott spent a couple of days with her sisters in London. Mrs, Frank Strange of Toronto spent the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. Swan. Miss E. Grainger, R.N., of Goder- ich, is visiting at her home. Miss Doris Dutot of London, Mr. and Mrs. A. Dutot and son of God- erich township, spent Sunday -with Mr. and Mrs. S. Dutot and Bessie. Mrs. McCall of Lucknow spent a few days with Mrs. H. F. Berry. Mr. A. Smith, RCAF, Brantford, Mrs. A. Smith and daughter of Blue vale spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Berry. Mrs. H. Collins and Norma are visiting her mother, Mrs. Mary Mc- Kenzie. S.S. No. 10, Stanley, are holding their picnic on Friday, June 25th. EGMONDVILLE The Egptmtdvilie W. M. S, held its June meeting at the hone of Mrs. Jae, Brown, Meeting opened by sing- ing hymn 603, ''J, think when I read the sweet story ofold," and prayer by our president. TiM minutes of last meeting read and ad0_Pted, Roll call responded to by 12 mei1becs and 12 visitors and 11 children wgr'e present. This meeting our W.M.S. were enter- taining the Baby Band and Their mo- thers. Mrs, Stanley Jackson and.. Mr's. Ivan Forsyth favored ns with a 11.11'.11', -,-- The worship service was led by Mrs. Haney. assisted by Mrs, Watson and Mrs, Keyes. Mrs. Gardiner gave a splendid talk for the mothers which • was very much enjoyed. by all. Mrs. McMillin. gave treasurer's report and the offering was received. wire. Mc- Millan gave a reacting "Present day martyrs in Germany.' Mrs, Haney closed this periodwith a verse from misalonery monthly, Mrs, Allan mov- edavote of thanks to Mrs, -Brown for use of her home. Meetingclosed by prayer and the ladies served;', Minch.