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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1953-12-24, Page 1HURON C O U NTY'S LEADING N E W BPAPER The Sea rth 11i WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 76 DECEMBER MEETING OF TUCKERSMITH COUNCIL Tuakersmith Municipal Council met for its final meeting of the year SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, fECi MI3ER 24, 1953 NORTH SIDE SCHOO SUNDAY Northside Church School pageant and Christmas tree was held Friday in the Town Hall, Seaforth, on Tues, evening with Superintendent Sam J, Dec. 15th, 1953, at 2 p.m., with all Scott as chairman. The Junior Choir, under the direction of Miss Mabel Turnbull, led in the Processional hynm..The first section of the pro- gram was presented by the begin- ners with Mrs. Snell, Mrs, B. Christie and Mrs. Fleming in charge and the following children taking part: Wel- come song duet, Judy and Linda Muegge; "Away in a Manger", Lind exercise, class. "Be Careful"; recita- tion, Robbie Brady; "Rock -a bye - baby, girls; exorcise by class, "Tom- my Thumb"; recitation by Kerry Campbell; "Jolly Old St, Nicholas", class, with solos, Helen Elliot, Susan Snow, Elaine Pryce; recitation, Bruce Brady; solo, Jean Boores; recitation, Maurice Stinson; solo, Brenda Ferris; recitation, Billy Mac- Lennan; duet, MarYbelle andMaur- ice Stinson; "Silent Night", el members present except D. A, Mof- fat, Reeve, who has absent on ac- count of illness. Acting Reeve A. E. Crozier was in the chair. Appointments for 1964 were made as follows: Seaforth High School Area Board, Jas. McIntosh; Clinton High School Area Board, . George Falconer; Scott Memorial Hospital Board, Wm. Cameron; Truant Offi- cer, John Earle. ' Tenders for construction of the Stanley Jackson Drain were opened from R. L. Beattie, $1358.00; W. G. Campbell, $1700.00 and the ten- der of R. L. Beattie was accepted at tender price. M. A. Reid of the Seaforth High School Area Board waited on coun- cil and requested them to pass a by- law approving the issue of an addi- tional $25,000 to the original esti- mate of 1$125,000 to provide for the cost of building and furnishing an addition to the present school. The matter was tabled for the consider- ation of the incoming 1954 council. Grants of $10.00 and $25.00 were made to the Brucefield Library and the Seaforth Lions Club respectively. The treasurer was, instructed to prepare a statement of the receipts and disbursements for the year for the nomination meeting in the same form as in previous years. James Doig was instructed to or- der 14" and 12" tile from E. Ro- binson as required for the Stanley Jackson Drain. The treasurer was instructed to pay Provincial Aid to Drainage on the Moore and Watson Drain. The clerk was instructed to inset notices in the local papers advising that the township will not be re- sponsible for damage to cars park- ed�on roadsides, which may caused by snow plowing operations. Accounts were paid as follows: County Rates, $25,302,00; Tele- phone Systems, $13,225.20; Public Schools, $18,027.40 ; Separate Schools, $884,33; High Schools, $12,- 415.65; Grants,$35.00; HEPC., $46.- 41; 46:41; Division Court Fees, $25.00; Rent, $30.00; Salaries, $944.00; Roads, $1582.74; Court of Revision, $37.10; Printing, 1185.00; Supplies, $18.20 ; rebates, $6.00; Drains, $1000,00. The second section of the prograin was presented by the Primary with Misses Blanohe Westeott and Elean- ore Henderson in charge. Choruses and group numbers were followed by a piano solo by Sharon McNichol and a recitation by Clayton Connell, A Pageant, "The Story of Christ- mas", followed. The following mem- bers of the School took parts m cos- tume to present the story of the Na- tivity: Heralds—Kenneth Black and Karl Campbell; Trumpeters—Jim and Bill Flanagan; the Prophet Sa Neil Broadfoot;Angels—Linda vauge and Susan Snow; Mary — Ruth Pinder; Joseph—Bill Scott; The Shepherds --Kerry Campbell, Gordon Ferris and Bryan Brady; Kings—Robert Snell, Larry Berger and Kenneth Thompson. In mod- ern costume were: Tyros—Donnie Pretty and Clayton Connell; Explor- ers—Garda Christenson and Marilyn Butt; Scouts—John Scott and Paul Besse; C.G.I.T.--Carol Adams and Merle Cooper; Sr. Tyro—Donald Wright; Beginners — Brenda and Barbara Elliott: Little Kind Girl— Lois Scott; Vespers—Mar•Y Belle and Maurice Stinson; Curtains — Gary Ast and Barry Fleming. The NarratRev. J, W. Stir was nson leiss d Fennelliand Pa- geant Prayer. The fourth section of the program was the presentation of the film, "The night before Christmas", in charge of Mr. Lawrence Plumsteel. SPORT SHORTS After the singing of carols, Santa After Saturday night's onesided Claus arrived with bells•ringrng and distributed treats to all the School. win over the London Lou Balls, the Mr. Scott wished everyone a very Seaforth Baldwins stepped away out 'Merry Christmas', and led in the in front of the OHA Jr B standings arising of "The Queen" CONCERT HELD BY PRESBYTERIAN S. S. Friday evening First Presbyterian Church held its annual Christmas concert before a large attendance. The weather was anything but fa- vorable, but it did not stop the children coming out to see Santa Claus. Rev, D. Glenn Campbell was chairman over the following pro- gram: Mare. Campbell and Shiela Me- Fadden's class, 'A Winter Scene Recitations—Wendy Fry, Alan Mc- Lean; Miss S. I. McLean and Jean Scott's Class, girls, "A Christmas Message"; boys, "Santa Claus"; Mrs. K. Sharp and Mrs, IC. William's class, "Jingle Bells", solo, Anne Kling; recitation, Emily Carter; Floyd McPhee, Mr. Morton's class, piano solo, Ken Cardno; vocal solos, John Grant, violin and guitar duet, Glen and Beverley Nott. Mrs. Reg Kerslake's class, "The Spirit of Christmas"; Mrs. F. E. Willis, reci- tations, Dianne Dennis, Nora Gorwill, Elizabeth Stewart; Mrs, E. Nott's, dialogue, "What does it take to make Christmas;'; Mrs. A. Nicholson's class,' play, "Bargain day at the gal- lery"; Mr. Thompson's class, `A Christmas Wish"; Mrs. Thompson's class, "A Christmas Drill". The ap- pearance of Santa Claus, who dis- tributed gifts to all the children, brought the evening's entertainment to a close. $1.e0 a Year Snowdon Bros., Publishers Authorised las Seice cond lass ,ail, Post EGMONDVILLE The annual Christmas concert of Eginondville 'United Church was postponed on Friday evening until Wednesday evening of this week. The program is as follows, with Rev. W. E. Milroy as chairman and Miss Marion Lillieo as aeeompanist for the evening. A feature of the even- ing is the presentation of attendance awards, by Mr. Routledge. Choruses by the school; A num- ber by Primary Class; welcome— Lois Tyndall, Anita Hillman, Allan Hillman. Choruses 'by Xgniondville School, "Candles for Jesus", by five girls in Mrs. Nott's Class. Piano so- lo, Carolyn Neil; number by Marion Lillico's class of boys; a birthday song by Hume and Grant Milroy; "Our Wishes" by six girls of Mrs, Mervin Nott's class; solo by Shir- ley Henderson; Operetta by Mr. Jef- frey's School; recitation, Lorraine Miller; solo, Nancy Pepper; "Christ- mas Lights", Egmbndville School; recitation, Lois Tyndall, Allan Hill- man; Girls' Chorus, Alice Watson's class; monologue, Neila Hillman; solo by Mr. Milroy; Nativity scene: reci- tation, Helen Boyce; an angel's solo, Sandra McGonigle; The PropheeYi Kenneth McLeod; the choir sings, "0 Little Town of Bethlehem"; a duet, Margaret Chesney, Carolyn Neil; ]3rahm's Lullaby, Alice Wat- son as "Mary"; "Joseph", Helen McGonigle; duet, Barbara Nott and ANDREW OKE Grace Stephenson; an Angel's solo, (Nancy Pepper; the choir, "Hark the A funeral service for Andrew Herald Angels". Murray McLeod Oke of Toronto, a former resident tells the Shepherds' story; the choir sings "While Shepherds Watched", Don Tremeer tells the story of the wise men. "The Three Kings", Char- lie Green, Bev Henderson, Wayne Chapple. The choir sings "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World". The W.1VLS. and W. A. of Eg- mondville United Church met at the of Seaforth, was held on Monday afternoon, Dec. 21, in the Box Fun- eral Chapel, High St., conducted by Rev. John Stinson of Northside United Church. Interment was in Maitlandbank Cemetery. The pall- bearers were: Frank Pennebaker (Clinton), Wilson Hawkins, James Henderson, Lou Tebbutt, J. T. Scott, and Cecil Oke •(London). Among home of Mrs. Norman McLean on those from a distance attending the Wed. Dec. 16 with a good attend - funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Alvin ante. Mrs. Elmer Stephenson pre - Oke, Toronto; from London: Mr. and sided for WMS meeting with music Mrs. Cecil Oke,Mrs. Bertha Oke of "Silent Night" on chimes. A read - Mrs. Mae Paye .(Winnipeg), Mrs. ing by Mrs. Milroy, "The Lighted Wm. Brock and Mrs. Mabel Brock; Church", solo, Mrs, W. Durst, "Star from Clinton: Mr. and Mrs. Frank of the East". Mrs, lMeMillan had Pennebaker and Mr. and Mrs. Clay- charge of devotional, assisted in a ton Martin; also relatives from Ex- candle light service by Mrs. Duret, ''eter. Mr. Oke, died in Toronto on Mrs. Tremeer, Mrs. Eyre, Mrs. Alex Saturday after being in failing Boyes, Mrs. McLeod and Mrs. D. health the past three years. He was Stephenson. Study book 'taken by in his 80th year. He was born in Ex- Miss Rena McKenzie, who also led eter and spent his early years there. in prayer. He lived in Detroit, Ithaca, N.Y., W. A. then took over, Mrs. .n Silent Indianapolis and London before Intosh presiding, coming to Seaforth where he lived Night" was sung. Mrs. Elmer Cam - for about twenty-two years, con.'" eron led in prayer. Roll call, min - ducting a harness business and later uprevious reading meeting y Iread and d the Colonial Tea Co. Over twenty'dA Shepherd". Hymn auk years ago he went to live in Toronto Doig, 598 "Awa in a Manger" was sung. with ten wins and two losses. As the sr morningthe following with his son. He was mars .0 Y Seaforth tidal wave swallowed up Sunday Grace Bowlby of London who pre- Meeting closed with W. A. theme the London crew 13-2, it was the diplomas and seals were presented deceased lisp about twenty years prayer. Lunch was served and a ago. Surviving are one son, Alvin, of pleasant half hour spent. to members of Northside Church most lop -sided game of the season. School who had mot the requireit d Toronto, and a sister, Mrs. Will Hig- London came out with the inter- atte dance standards for 1953. gins, Clinton, also nieces and neph- ews. tion of making it rough fax the lo- cals, as a result the idea backfired and had some of their better play- ers sidelined in the injury depart - anent. Just how London expects to win games when their coach is con- stantly ejected from the game is not known. In the Saturday night tustle Geddes got into a heated ar- gument with referees Angus Mc- Lean and Gus`Boussey which result- ed in Geddes being ushered out of the players' box. Tuesday night should be a tell- tale match when the strengthened NI/Ingham Town Hailers invade the Seaforth ice. At. present Winglram is rated as being the hottest team in the league, but we have reason to believe that they will find their hands full when they step into Sea - forth territory. STAFF PARTY The annual Christmas party for the staff of Seaforth Shoes Limited was held at the community centre on Friday evening, starting with a turkey banquet followed by dancing.. WALTON The Walton Public Library will be open Tuesday afternoon and evening instead of Thursday begin- ning at the New Year, Nortdedde United Church Rev. John Stinson, Minister. 10 a.m., Church School and Adult Bible Class. 11 a.m., Christmas Service: "When Herod was troubled". Jr. and Sr. Choirs. 7 pan., Candlelight carol service. First Year Diplomas: Elizabeth Carter, Elaine Oke, Brenda Ferris, Larry McIlwain, Ruth Pinder, Bobby Plumsteel, Jimmie Mcllwain, Jessie Ferris, Jimmie Carter, Nancy ab Berg- er, Mrs. Wm. Leemrrig, ara Plumsteel, Sharon McNichol, Bar- bara Talbot, Lee Fleming, Phyllis Bryan, Helen Elliott. Second Year Seals: Kenneth Mc - Dwain, Karl Campbell, Marion Mc- Ilwain, Gordon Ferris, Neil Broad - foot, Gloria Carter, Ruth Ann Cro- sier, Lois Scott, Donna Mae Berger, Kerry Campbell, Carol Carter. Third Year Seals: Diana Beuer- nian, Joan Bach, Carl Berger, Bill Roberton, John Scott, Mary Scott, Mary Belle Stinson, Maurice Stin- son, Larry Beuermann. Fourth Year Seals—Robert El- liott, Donald Wright, Bill Scott, Joan Roberton, Emily Elliott, Miss A. Lawrence. Fifth Year Seals: Alice Christie, David Stinson. Sixth Year Seals: Gwen Christie. Seventh Yean Seals: Judy Crich. Eighth Year Alumni Diploma: Kenneth Thompson, Linda Savauge. Ninth Year Seal: a e Tenth Year Seal: Dora Annv Eleventh Yr. •Seal: Robert Knight. The diplomas and seals 'were pre- sented by Superintendent Sam Scott, Rev. 3. W. Stinson and Secretary Robert Knight. A film strip, "The Nativity" was shown prior to the assembly of the study classes. Egmoudville Church Rev. W. E. Milroy, Minister 10 a.m., Church School. - 11 a.m., Morning Worship, "The • Lord has Come", '7 p.m., Song Service and Story Time, St, Thomas' Anglican Christmas Eve 11:30; Christmas carols followed by the Holy Com - reunion at midnight. The Holy Christmas morning, Communion at 10;30 Sunday Dec, 27th. 11 a.m., Christmas Service for all the family, '7 p.m., The Christmas story with carols. St. Mary's Dublin Sunday Dec. 20th, The Christmas story with carols. 1(We want all the ehiidren to attend this service). Sunday 'Dec. 27th, The Holy Com- munion. NORTH MCKILLOP Bethel S. S. and S. S. 9 School ORVAL STEPHENSON held their annual Christmas concert. Livingstone, Chairman. Wel- There passed away at Marlette, come Chores "Hello"; Welcome lteei- Mich., on Dec. 12, Orval Stephenson,tation, Stanley Glanville; Choruses, aftbuser a 69th year,ty bornn insMarlet Marin lette, citation by Lois Godkiht" and n;Csong, Mar- son of William H. Stephenson and I garet Hillen, "Little Red Riding � Hood's Christmas Tree"; dialogue, Jane (McOlinchey) Stephenson. He lived on the farm with his parents "A Joke on the Boys"; aecordian far sone time. Enlisted in World! solo, Barbara Boyd; monologue, Jean Hillen "A leg or a wing"; Back- May we extend to all, every good wish for a very Merry Christmas SAVAUGE5S JEWELLERY GIFTS FINE CHINA Seaforth War I. On his return from the war he followed the plumbing business for 20 years. In 1926 he was united in marriage to Marjorie Davey, dau- ghter of Rev. Geo. P. and Mrs. Da- vey. Beside his wife he is survived by four daughters, Amaryllis .(Mrs. Edwin North) Freeland, Mich., Mar- jorie Jean, Saginaw, and Ann and Cheryl at home, also a sister, Mrs. Alex Wylie, Marlette. Orval had many relatives and friends in this vicinity and made frequent visits here, by his genial and kindly dispo- sition he made a host of friends. He and his wife and daughters were outstanding singers and gave freely of their service in gospel song. His sweet tenor voice will long ,be re- membered. The funeral service which was largely attended was held in the Methodist Church on Tues. Dec. 15. Friends attending from this part were Mrs. David Stephenson, Mr. and Mrs, Elmore Stephenson, Lee McConnell, John McConnell, Mr. and Mrs. Peres Johnston and Phyllis, Mrs. Russell Erratt, Mr, and Mrs. W. R. Stephenson and Mark Drys- dale. TOWN TOPICS Mr, Michael Laudenbach, Toronto spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. Laudenbaeh, Master Paul Matthews was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mr's. S. Henderson, Mitchell. • Mrs. Joseph McQuaid was the lucky winner of the Christmas cake at the Goderich C.W.L. Bazaar. Mrs. Peter McIver and Master Peter Stiles st of Miss elend in Margaret ICiL•chaner, gats McIver. Miss Mary Lott Sills, Brescia Hall, London, is spending her holidays with her parents, Mr, and Mrs, C. P. Sills, Messrs, Donald MacTavish and Mapier Simpson of Toronto and Douglas McCullough and Oban Mac- Tavieh of London spent the week- end with Mrs. John MacTavish, Recent visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Thos, Aldington were Mr. John Al- dington and Frank and Mrs, Inge of Varna; Mrs. Andrew McLachlan of Cromarty and Mr. Carter 1 orslalce of Staffa. wards' Drill; solo by Mary Dennis and club swinging; song, I saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" by Jimmy Bosman and Stanley Glan- ville; dialogue, "A hasty Goodbye"; violin solo, Bert Dennis; song, Prim- ary S. S. Class, 'Let me see old San- ta"; monologue, Shirley Bosman, "Chr i s t an zil s Acknowledgements"; song, Geraldine Dennis, "Snow- flakes"; reading, Olene Godkin; dia- logue, "Two Lazy Coons"; song, "I See You"; quartette, "It won't be long till Christmas"; recitation, Phyllis McNichol, "Too much to do"; Bethlehem Lullaby, Jimmy Bosman, Stanley Glanville, Judy Neabel; Christmas Long Ago, No. 9 School; 'Recitation, Margaret Hillen, "Pro- gramme's Over". Rev. Livingstone presented the awards for attendance at Sunday Sohool as follows: Certif- icates, Phyllis McNichol, Stanley Glanville, Bernice Glanville, and June Hillen, Seals: Jean and Mar- garet Hillen, Geraldine and Mary Dennis, Lois, Merle, Audrey and 0- lene Godkin, Barbara, Beth and Ruth Boyd, Bert Dennis. Santa ar- rived and distributed gifts from the Christmas tree. am's Cold, Roy Ben newies, Carol farming and the wide spread be - Rose, Larry Muegge Diane Rock, tween the price paid by consumers Darlene French, Dla'ne Bennewies, and that received by the farmer. Clayton Ahrens; Band selections and instrumental solo by Bobby Ahrens; gymnastics; Monologue: Take it or leave it by Christa Spats; Play— Sing on .the dotted line—Jimmie Ar- buckle Warren Sholdice; Play, Am- ateur Night at Station J -0 -K -E, Keith Wolfe, Warren Sholdice and Jimmy Arbuckle, announcers with Clare French giving a coronet solo; Junior girls and boys square danc- ing, Rhythm Band, Vocal duet by Christa Spata and Carol Rose; Christmas Pageant with singing of Christmas carols; closing recitation, Allan French; closing song by all, "Santa Claus is coming to Town". Visit from Santa who distributed gifts, randy and oranges. God save the Queen. Draw for prizes on'tick- ets sold by the pupils was made by Miss Linda Mogk, the winners: Sand- wich toaster, Miss Doreen Hender- son, R.R. 1, Sebringville; Towel Set, Miss Wilma Eicknneyer of Mitcheh; Cookie Jar, Miss Joyce Querengee- ser; Mystery Prize, Mrs. Lonie Hil- lebrecht. The Sunday School of St. Peter's Lutheran Church will present their Christmas program on Christmas Eve Dec, 24 at 8 p.nt. Messrs John Arbuckle and Calvin Diegel, Waterloo Seminary and Col- lege are spending the Christmas holidays at their homes. Miss Gwen Rock, training Kitch- ener -Waterloo Hospital and Miss Joanne Rock, Normal School, Strat- ford, with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Rock. The Junior Choir of St. Peter's Lutheran Church consisting of 13 boys and 13 girls held a candlelight COMMUNICATION Editor of Seaforth News, — I would like to bring a matter to the attention of all hunters in the dis- trict through the courtesy of your valuable paper, and that is the im- portance of exercisinga 'utmost powered caution when ,using 1i h rifles. On Wechiesday, Dec. 16, Mr. Egon Gregersen, who is employed by us, was startled by the whine of a bullet which struck the fender of the tract- or he was operating, only a few inch- es from where he was sitting. Owing to the poor visibility lie could see no one at the time although he had seen hunters earlier in the afternoon. One thing is certain, the occur- rence was purely accidental, but Mr. Gregersen could have been serious- ly injured or even killed. Hunters are always welcome here, but we do urge extreme caution In seeing that stray bulletsdo not fly wild. Thank you Mt. Editor, .Sam J. Scott. They also do not understand that profit made in a good year must be invested in machinery and repairs as the farmer has had so many years when he was financially unable to make these repairs. (2) We think that all we in our Fenn Forum could do to help improve understanding of these problems would be to invite such people to our forums and talk to them on these subjects, and would many care to listen? If you were on the executive of a provincial or national farm organ- ization what would you recommend by way of public relations for the organizations? Radio programs, use of the press, television of farm con- ditions, lectures, and the stressing of the importance of honesty in mar- keting products and production of high quality produce. In the past, for some unknown reason, many city and town people have felt superior to their country cousins. Farmers must educate themselves and their families, learn to express their thoughts clearly, and co-operate with other farriers to improve their living conditions, )y increasing their own self-respect, they gain the respect of ,city and town dwellers. Prize winners: Most games, Mrs. Barry Tebbutt, Glen Carter; Ione hands, Mrs. Glen Carter, Bill Dol - mage; consolation, Mrs. Jim Howatt, Bill Dolmage. No definite plans were made for next Monday. ST. COLUMBAN The December meeting of the C.W.L. was opened with prayer by the Pres., Mrs. 3, Moylan. Reports carol service on Sunday evening un- from convenors showed 121 paid-up der the direction of their leader, members, boxes sent to sick mem- Miss Donna Mae Smith, Miss Mar- hers, and a balance of $99.12 in the jorie Miller read the Christmas treasury. Cash donations were vot- Story. Several hymns were also sung I ed towards the drive for furnishings by the congregation with Mr. Calvin for the new Catholic Immigration Diegel at the organ. Members of the Luther League went carol singing to shutins on Wednesday, Dec. 23rd. Messrs Glenn and Keith Miller of Galt and Ray Beuerman of Kitchen- er at the home of the latter's par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Beuer- man. Mr. and Mrs, Frank Eickmeir in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hart of London with her mother, Mrs.. Elizabeth Rock, Saturday and Sunday.. Mr. J. M. Erskine and Mr. Jack Roe of Atwood called on Mr. W. L. Querengesser and :Russell Sholdice on Saturday. BRODHAGEN The Brodhagen School Christmas concert was held at the' school on Friday evening with a large crowd attending. Mr. Glen Brickmani is the teacher and there are 88 pupils who took part in the program. Mrs. Rus- sell Sholdice was pianist for the evening in the absence -of the school music teacher, Miss Joy McNaugh- ton, and Rev, Walter Becker was the chairman. The school was decor- ated with red and green streamers and a lighted Christmas tree. The program was as follows: Opening chorus, "You're very welcome every- one"; opening welcome recitation by 13111 Morons; Junior chorus, "Where n" did my showman go?" Play—Sales Resistance, Glenda Miller, Shirley Trontowslcy and Clare French; reci- tations by juniors, Christmas Greet- ings; Senior chorus, A Christmas Carol,"Glory to God in the High- est"; recitation, 11.ummage Sale, Janie odhagenetBand;; onS Play,n Tlinelef Hir'- Mr. Harry Beuermau, who has been confined to his bed for the past 3 months, quietly celebrated his 58th borthday on Monday, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rock enter- tained the members of their family to Christmas dinner on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. L. Diegel are spending Christmas with their daughter in Warren, 'Ohio. HULLETT Due to illness on the lice, and the unexpected snowstorm, the attend- ance at the Fireside Farm Foram at George Carter's was much below av- erage, 9 adults discussed the. topic "Telling the Farmers' Story" (1) We believe town and city people are not well enough informed on the cost of production, .the work involy- ed, advanced cost of machinery, the increased wages for hired help, the Centre at Windsor, and to Rev. J. L. Hennessey for gifts for the veteran patients in Westminster Hospital. In an interesting letter from Mrs. Jos. McConnell, pres., of the Provincial Council, the highlights of the Na- tional Convention held in Kitchener were given. Good used clothing will be collected for the missions in Jan- uary. Mrs. A. Kennedy and Mrs. A. Cronin were appointed to care for the altars during February, Several copies of the new edition of the Con- stitution and By -Laws are being or- dered. An apron donated by Mrs. J. McIver was won by Mrs. 3. F. Mur- phy. It was decided to hold the meet- ings in the hones during the winter months, The meeting closed with the league prayer. CROP REPORT Winter made its first appearance in the County on Monday and in some areas of the County at least IS inches of snow has been record- ed. Mail carriers report that some of the County roads are still complete- ly blocked incl farmers are exper- iencing difficulty in reaching town to complete pre -Christmas shopping. Poultry producers repiort ,excellent sale for all produce and one of the largest turkey producers in the County reports that practically - all of his 9000 flock are seld and that by the end of the week ho will have shipped approximately 20 tons of turkey in cry-o-pae bags to northern Ontario. School and church concerts and other social events contested to the Christmas season are the order; large capital now needed to start of the day in the rural areas.