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The Seaforth News, 1950-02-02, Page 1. . . . • • ,, The.Seafarth, News HURON COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 73, No, 5 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THTJR.SDAaa, FEBRUARY 2; 1950 11 a year MR. AND MRS. WEILAND'S 60TH ANNIVERSARY - • Mr. and Mrs, Henry Weiland, who observedtheir 60th wedding anni- versary on Saturday last, were at home to their friends and neighbors in the afternoon and evening. Mrs. J. Finlayson poured tea, Mrs. R. Dalrymple served. They received telegram from the King and Queen, letters from the Prime afinister of Canada and many others. The neigh- bors presented them with a gift of money. Following is the address read to them by Mrs, IL Coombs. Dear Friends :—We your neigh- bours and friends have called to ex- tend to you our heartiest congratu- lations on your 60th wedding anni- versary and wish in same tangible way to show our appreciation for the many acts of kindness you have done in the past and hope you may both be spared for many years to **--r^,-- come that we may continue to enjoy your friendship. We ask you to ac- cept this gift with our best wishes for your continued bealth and happi- ness. Signed on behalf of your alien& and neighbOTS, Mrs. H. Coombs. • The World's Finest Anthracite BLUE COAL E. L. BOX • PHONE 43 Northside United Church Rev. D. A. MacMillan, Minister 10 a.m., 'Sunday School and Adult Bible 'Classes. 11 a.m., Worship, Sermon Sub- ject "Control the unruly member". 11:30 a.m., Junior Congregation. 7 p.m., ,y,Vorship, Sermon Sub- ject "Master Your Desires". A cordial welcome to all services. Monday, Feb. 6, Junior Young Peoples' Union crocklnole party. First Presbyterian Church 10 a.m., Bible Class an .Sunday 'School. 11 Lan., Sacrament of the Lord's Supper. Junior Congregation. 7 p.m., "Thanks be to God". 8:15 Y.P.S. Fireside. Egmondville United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.Aa, B.D. 10 amt., Sunday School 11 a.m., "Christian Fortitude." 7 pin. ."The Teaching of Jesus." WINTHROP Miss Marjorie McClure spent the weekend in Seaforth with Miss Mary McDonald and Mrs. McDonald. Many friends will be sorry to hear Mr. Hugh Alexander is in Vi Hospital, +London. - Mrs. Sydney McCullough and Mr. Andrew Montgomery were here last week with them father, Mr. Joan Montgomery, during his illness. We are glad to report be is improving. Rev. J. R. Peters is improving and able to be 'downstairs again. The following item is from a Cali- fornia paper: 'Mr. and Mie. Earl Hawley, Mrs, Cartwright Hawley of Seafolith, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hutchings and SUR Sergeant and 'Mrs. Chas. Knauss and daughter, Sandy Sue made up a group who enjoyed' dinner at Knotts - berry Farm and a tour of the Ghost 'town, Saturday nigat. HULLETT The Fireside Farm Forma met on Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George aloggart, 'with 23 adults and 8 children preseat. Aft - ea the broadcast and discussion a quiz program and puzzle took place followed by progressive euchre, Winners of the euchre were: Men's most games and lone hands, Mr, Serb Hoggart I low, Mrs, Ches. ,Hoggart, playing as a man; ladies high Mrs. Harvey Taylor; lone aands, Mrs. Relit. Jamieson; Iow, Mrs. Donald Buchanan. Next 'week will meet next Monday night at the home of Mr. and MIs. Wm, Dol - stage, ANNUAL MEETING OF EGMONDVILLE CHURCH The annual congregational meet- ing of Eg•mondville United Church was held in the Sunday ;School roam on Monday evening, There was a tanattendance, slipper was served .by the ladies after which the busi- ness part of the meeting was taken up under the chairmanship of the ipaster, Rev. A. W. Gardiner, with Mrs. Ruby Dundas tie secretary. Very satisfactory reports were giv- en by the different organizations of the church. A very hearty vote of thanks was tendered the Women's Association who had the church re- decorated during the year at a cost of $1300.00. 'The Board of Stewards had re -roofed the church at a cost of 81,100.00. These improvements were all paid for and a substantial bal- ance in the bank. The amount con- tributed to the Missionary and Maintenance Fund was $768.00, an increase of 4149.00 over the previ- ous year. A vote of thanks was given to the minister, the organist, and the janitor for their faithful ser - The new members appointed to the Board of Stewards were John MoCloy, Norman McLean, Andrew Moore and Wm. Cameron. The auditors appointed were John S. Watson and John aVfeCloy. After the ',meeting was adjourned a .game of 'crockincile was enjoyed. MR. GOVENLOCK HONORED BY AGRICULTURAL SOC. A 'banquet is being held by the Seaforth Agricultural Society on Wednesday evening of this week at the :Commercial Hotel. The guest of honor is Mr. J. M. Govenlock, who retired as .president last month after serving in that position for nine years. C. G. I. T. On Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 7:30 the held its first meeting of the year. The opening hymn was "What a Friend we have in 'Jesus" followed by a prayer by 'Mrs. J. Thompson after which Marilyn Kling read bhe scripture. The election of officers was conducted by MrsalF. Kling, one of the new leaders. The officers are as follows: Pres., ;Marilyn Kling; vice-pres,, Patsy Munroe; sec., Margaret Hem- berger; press aec., 'Sheila McFadden; treas., (Marilyn McPhee; pianist, Marie Hunt; roll call captain, Marion Dick. The treasurers reports were given by last year's treasurer, Patsy Mun- roe, with a balance of $2.81 and $7.24 in the bank. The meeting closed by repeating the purpose which was followed by taps. TO HOLD QUILTING The W. I. will have a pot -luck dinner at the home of Mrs. 'David MacLean on Friday, Feb. 3rd around 10 a.m. for the purpose of (Milting. Six quilts have been fin- ished and four more :are to be done on Friday for the 'Sick . Children's Hospital, London. GRACEY—McBRIEN Mr. and Mrs. Secoad McBrien of Constance announce the marriage of their daughter, Maxine Ruth, to Glen Milton Gracey, son of Mr. T. Gracey and the late Mrs. Gracey of Springfield. IThe young couple will reside in Toronto. PUBLIC SCHOOL NOTES ,Saturday afternocm 'several senior members of the school formed aguard of honour for our past prin- cipal, /Mr,. Moffat. Mr. Moffat, who had been at out school for many yenta has left many memories be- hind hint of goodwill, * Plans Ave well under way for the Operetta "Tom Sawyer", which we are presenting on IMarch 9 and 10 in the High 'acbool Auditorium. • * This being Health Week, the school nurse is going to pay us all a special visit. Health posters have been .displayed in the front hall. Health Week! And everyone has a cold, * We have not had such an open winter sine 1897. It doesn't mean much te us because we can't remem- ber that far back. DUNCAN CUP HOCKEY TEAMS ARE CHOSEN Canadiens-- Les Habkirk, Bill Nigh, Doug Stew- art, 13111 Broome, Bill Bennett, Frank Nigh, Bruce McFadden, Bob Hubert; George Love, Bill Hoff, Durl Hop- per, Larry Wheatley. Maple Leafs -- Ken Willis, Norman Lee, Dave Mc- Millan, Don McK indsey, Forget: Rowland, Sandy McMillan, John ;Crozier, Clayton Hogg, jack Strong, Don Taylor, Neil Broadfoot, Doug Keyes. Bruins -- Geo. Claw, Lloyd Eisler, Gord Rowland, Geo, Sills, Wayne Scott, Gard Pullmaa, Charley Riley, Gra- ham Henderson, John McIlwain, Grant MeClinchey, Jack Mathews, Joseph Williams. Hawks— Jerry Dressel, Norman Hubert, Don Dupee, Ivau Carter, Ken Camp- bell, Ron Muir, Ted ;Savauge, John Nigh, Richard Heale, Ken Dupee, Bill Vanderburg, George Campbell. Schedule Canadiens vs Maple Leafs; Bruins vs Hawks; Canadiens vs Bruins; Maple Leafs vs Hawks; Canadiens vs Hawks; Maple Leafs vs Hawks. Play -Offs: 1st team against 3rd. Winners play off. PEE -WEE Red Wings— James Watson, Doug 'Scott, Bill Roberton, Ken Thompson, Paul Besse, Ron Mason, Wayne Beune- weis, Don Albrecht, Murray MeFacl- ,den, Brian Brady, Jimmy Cvieh, Keith Bennewies, David Watson. Rangers— Charley Dungey, , John Melady, Larry Berger, Jimmy Johnson, Mur- ray Carter, James 0. Scott, William Kerr, ;Glen Coutts, Jack Hoff, Larry Dale, Peter Hogg, Clendon Keri'. Maroons— Sill Flannigan'Harold Dalrymple, Raba Snell, Bob Knight, Toni Broome, Paul MdMaster, Ray Scams, Bill Ironsides, Bill Johnson, Ron Williams, Grant Flannigan, Bill Pinder. Jerry Schultz, Erk Eaton, Robt. MdGonigle, Richard Watson, Don Mciainchey, john Soshart, Craig Willis,Derek Jones, Don Wright, Keith Raton, Bill 'Strong, Bruce Mil- ler. 'Schedule Red Wings vs Rangers; Maroons vs Millionaires; Red Wings vs aVfar- oons; Rangers vs Millionaires; Red Wings vs Millionaires; Rangers vs Maroons, Play -Offs: lst against 3ra team. Winners play off. Gaines commence at 8 am and each player will be required to pay 10 cents. First games will begin Saturday, Feb. 4th. PETER B. MOFFAT Funeral services for Peter Bry- den Moffatt, who died Thursday, Jan. 26, were held ;Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Northside United Church. The funeral wad very largely .aittend- ed. Pupils of the school of which he 'was principal for 18 years stood at attention while the remains were be- ing carried from the church. At the service, James .Stewart sang: "He wipes the tear from every eye." Pall -bearers were John ;Stevens, J. A. Westeott, Ross ;Scott, Thomas B. liairdaRobert Joynt and B. F. Chris- tie. The service was conduoted by Rev. D. A. McMillan. Interment was in ;Baird's cemetery. Foarner principal of the Seaforth Public school for 18 years, Mr. Mof- fat, in his 54th year, died at his home at West St., .Seaforth, Thurs- day. Mr. Moffat retired from teach- ing a year ago due to ill health. Born in Stanley township, he was married in 1922 at iCliaton to Mae ;Sinclair who survives. Also surviv- ing are two daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Helen) Wilbee, .Seaforth, and Janie Moffat, Waterloo; one brother, Wal- ter Moffat, Stanley township, He was educated at Clinton and later attended the faculty of education nt Toronto. He was a member of Northside United Church, Seaforth. and the I.0.0.11., •Brucefield, No. 210 RED CROSS MEETING An Executive meeting of the Red Cross will be held in the workroom at the library on 'Friday, Feb. 3rd at three o'clock. STANLEY Surprise Party For Wedding Anniversary About 30 friends and neighbors gathered recently at the home of Mr. and 11VIrs. Wilmer 1V1a0lindhey, taking them completely by 'surprise to celebrate with them their 'twen- tieth wedding anniversary. The fol- lowing address was read Dear Wilmer and Nettie: --No doubt you are surprised to see us barge in on you tonight but it is in honor of your twentieth wedding an- niversary. No doubt you, too, will remember more about that memora- ble day than we do. And by your living in our midst we do know you have not forgotten what the preach- er said: tbreugh Oleic and thin, sun- shine and ram, you both have stucic to the ship. As we all know you are •a great credit to our ;community and lame we have you both for a long time to come as it is a pleasure for us all to 'share this Happy occasion with you. We ask you to accept these gifts at china as a remem- brance of this happy evening A aocial time was enjoyed by •all. ARENA OFFICIAL OPENING WILL BE IN FEBRUARY Tentative plena have been add for the offieita opening of settforili Mem- orial Centre late ibis 1110111 h. Instal- lation or the artitham pliillt will he tlm governing Motor as 10 lhe 0,0101, thl e, Tilo public. will revolve ample 1101 or the Quilro program.. now being arranged. MetruivIdle "very Inedlicss place in Soak -wilt Ims been made available (or the sale of timia- 11011 subseriptions. 11 is realized, by the committee In eiterge, that meta.. willing donors have nt'ver here; cent+ tacted, and thervfore ciao; or lila., may make their [halal kat 1,11 any of the Seaforili places of ))144111ess, building activities, so nit. as the original contractor is concerned should be completed in a week's tinw and from then until the ()polling day, every effort will be made to have the official opening of the Sea - forth Memorial aentre a thing to remember many years to come, WOMEN'S INSTITUTE WILL MEET TUESDAY The February meeting of the Sea - forth Women's Institute will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 2:30 at the home of Miss Mabel Cameron. The roll call will be answered by a handy supper dish to leave for men's sup- per. The motto will be, what we make of our home is more important than what ourahonies are made of. This will be our home economics Meeting with 'Mrs. James Brown in charge. There will be a demonstra- tion by the Singer Sewing Machine representative of Stratford, and it is hoped there will be a good attend- ance and everyone will be on time. Lunch committee is: sandwiches, Mrs. John Davidson, and Mrs. Rus- sell—Miller; cake, Mrs. Lorne Carter and Mrs. Eimer Cameron. Members are asked to please bring Xmas cards to this meeting for a children's hospital in England. DANIEL NEABEL The death occurred at Mitchell on Sunday, Jan. 29th of air. Daniel Neabel of 'Brussels, RR,. 3, in his 80th year, following a stroke. About three years ago Mr. Neabel had his first stroke, and for the past two months he had lived at a rest home in ;Mitchell, Born itt Grey township 'on July 14th, 1870, son of the late Ma. and lafrs. Conrad Neabel, he had farmed all his life in that township. In July, 1808, he was utited iu Marriage to Miss Susan Nalinee, who survives him. Also sur- viving are seven sons and three daughters William, of McKillop; Harold, 'Cowanstown; Alfred, of Wallace Township; Charlie, Toron- to; Arthur, Brantford; Albert, Nor - with; Fergus, Ingersoll; MIs. E. McNeil ,(Gladys), of Brantford; Mrs. Edwin Bennewies (lSusaii), of Seaforth; Mrs. C. Irwin (Doris), of Toronto; also •three brothers and three sisters, Conrad, of Gerrie; David, of Brandon, Man.; John, Manitoba; Mrs. Kate Casey, of Van- aouver, B.C.•, Mrs. Mary Knowles, of Winnipeg; Mrs. Virginia Johnston, of Pahnerston. Two brothers and two sisters predeceased aim, Annie, Elizabeth, Gabriel and Harry. He is survived by thirty-two grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Mr. Neabel was a member of the Luther- an +Cher& The funeral was held from the Box Funeral, Chapel, Sea - forth, on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. C. Klages, of Mitchel!, officiat- ing, Interment was in afaitlandba.nk cemetery, Seaforth. INCREASED LEVY FOR FEDERATION ASKED The Executive and Directors of Huron 'County Federation held a ireeting on Saturday afternoon Jan. 28th. in the Agricultural board them, Clinton. It was decided to hold their meeting on Feb. 21st and have two voting delegates present for each township as it is planned to discuss finances. • It has ,been proposed that 1/5 of a mill levy is not sufficient income to support the Federation work, and it has been suggested that this levy be changed to 2/5 of a mill. It was also suggested that the division of this money between the township and the county be changed. The Federation will again hold a Field Day and publish a Year Book. One invitation has been received to hold the annual picnic in Goderich again this year. No 'action was taken on this invitation as it was consider- ed advisable to wait and see if other invitations ' are received. A delegation from Huron County Federation of Agriculture is attend- ing the annual meeting of the Cana- dian Federation of Agriculture be- ing held at Niagara Palls, this week, Over fifty Junior farmers from Huron County attended the Agaical- turalaShort Course at Guelph, held early in January. They reported the ;Course was well worth attending and much valuable information and training was received, We cannot estimate the value of this training, as it should lead to improved faria, ing ht our county as these young men put into practiee crn there own teems the thinga they have been taught by those educational expeets, ENGAGEMENT The engagement of Edna 'Loran, - daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Broadfoot, Kippen, to John William Deitz, Kippen,son of Mrs. Eliza- beth Deitz and the late William Doke, the marriage to take place quietly in February. ADE -11111 H SALE 7teo 1950 ft 4801511 17 Jewels 13750 518115871 17lewels sees -oda./ do. ortrei/afe 'um ey SAVAUGE'S Jewellery Watches Fine China Expert Watch Repairing HENSALL UNITED CHURCH ELECTS OFFICIALS The annual meeting of the Hen - sail United Church was held on Mon- day night with a record crowd of members, adherents and families in attendance. A delicious supper was served under the auspices of the W.A., after which Rev. R. A. Brook presided for the business session. Mr. J. ;McAllister was named re- cording secretary. All departments of,thechurch showed encouraging progress made during the past year. Each report revealed a substantial balance after obligations were com- pletely liquidated: During the even- ing Miss Greta Laramie and Mr. J. Horton favored with violin duets, "The Sunset Trail," and "1 Love a Little Cottage," accompanied by Miss Gladys Luker. A period of community singing was enjoyed with Miss Laramie as pianist and Mr. Rennie directing. Mr. T. Sher- ritt rendered a solo. "Ye Banks and Braes," :accompanied by Mrs. .Sher- ritt. Mr. W. Forrest, clerk of ses- sion, presented the report of ses- sion. A humorous reading, "A Cler- gyman's report of an annual meet- ing" was given by ;Mr. Walter Spencer. alr. E. L. Mickle, repres- enting the nominating committee, presented the following report for consideration: !Stewards to replace those retiring aan. 1950, Mr, A. Shirray, Mr. E. Rowcliffe, Mr, R. Forrest, Mr. R. J. Drysdale; M. and M. committee, E. Forrest +(chairman), W. B. Cross, Miss M. Ellis, Miss G. Leonmie, Mr. W. Forrest, lair. G. M. Drysdale, see. -treas. flower corn., Mrs. Geo. Hess (convener), Mrs. 'G. Thompson (treas.). Mrs. H. IMellfurtrie, Miss Katie Scott, Mrs. W. 'Forrest, Mrs. Stanley Mitchell, Mrs. W. R. Deeg- an; auditors, R. Patterson and Mervyn Brown; press rep„ Hedden. At the close Mr. 'George Folliek expressed hearty thanks to the W. A. for their kindness and successful endeavors, Benedicition pi'onounoed. The Legion Auxiliary entertained friends to a euchre party and ;Scotch program on Wed. Jan. 25th. Prior to the euchre the Auxiliary Pvesident, 'Mrs. Beer, made the presentation of the piano to the Legion. Byron Kyle accepted on behalf of the Legion. ,Mr, and Mrs. J. Sinclair represented the Kippen East Institute. This in- strument was purchased by Bengali Institute, Hensall Legion Auxiliary and Kippen 'East Institute, Mrs. J. 'Sangster was responsible for enter- tainment, luncheon arrangements and prizes. Euchre prize winners, ladies 1st, Mrs. Mary Buehanan; 2nd, Mrs, Rose Dick; gent's let, Mr. Donald Daymen; and, Mr. Jack :Simmons; lone hands, Mrs. Ed Dick, Crokinole let, Mrs. W. Brown; 2nd, Mrs. J. Peebles, Community sing- ing was featured with Mr. 1. Nicol at the piano and :IVIr. S. Rennie directing. Mrs. L. H. Millman and :Miss Hoyle, Zoite 'Commander of Stratford, attended this event. De- litious refreshments were %mod after which the following program was given with alfrs. Deer presiding. Solo "Ve Banks and :Brea", "Flow Gently Sweet Afton", Mrs. af. Brown, bit', Nicol accompanied, Bag- pipe selections, Messrs Noleon Howe and +H. Thee. Sok, Mos, Cameron, "Millie Laurie", accompanist, Mr. Nicol. Solo, Mr. T. .Sherritt accomp- anied by Mrs. iSherritt. Readings, Mrs, Robt. ISimpson. Solo, Mr. S. Rennie, accompanied by Mx. Nicol. At this time Miss Hoyle gave a few well chosen remarks. Mr, Byron Kyle extended thanks to all on be- half of the Legion. Mrs. Beer passed a vote of thanks. "God save the King". RACHEL M. MURDIE Miss Rachel Malvine Murdie pass- ed away in Goderieh Township, on Tuesday, January 31st, where she had been living for the past few years. She had died in her sleep and was found in her room by members of the household. Miss Murdie was born in McKillop town- ship a daughter of the late Mr. and ,Mas. Michael Murdie. She was in her 66th year. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. John Leming of Winthrop, and two !brothers, W. C. Murdie, 'Ottawa and Doss ,Murdie of Seaforth. After attending Seaforth Collegiate institute and 'Stratford Normal !School, the served for 12 Years as teacher in schools in Morris and McKillop townships. The de- parted woman was a faithful +mem- ber of Duff's Church, iMeKillop, and also a member of the Eastern ;Star, Seaforth. The funeral will be held on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. from the G. A. Whitney funeral chapel, Sea - forth, with Rev, W. J. Patton of Sambre officiating. Interment will be in +Maitland Bank +Cemetery. • SOCIAL EVENING A. very successful social evening was held in St. Thomas' Anglican Parish Hall on Thursday, Jan. 26th. During the evening 18 tables of progressive euchre were in play. Prize winners were as follows; La- dies' first, Mrs. Ada Reid; Ione hands, •Mrs. Bethune; consolation, Miss Gladys Earle. Men's first, Mr. John Eisler; lone hands, Mr. Hiram Shannon; consolation, Mr. Coiling - wood. A draw was made for an ap- ron. This was won by Mrs. Harry Palin. Lunch was served and a social hour spent. The National Anthem brought the evening to a 'close. All money raised ;by these evenings is th be used to change and remodel our kitchen, The ladies would like to thank all who helped make the evening each a success. It it hoped to have another social in the near future. CONSTANCE Mr. and lairs. Gordon Fisher and Audrey of Toronto; Mr. and ;Mrs. Harry Brigham and Bruce of Wood- stock, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mas. Borden Brown. Mr, and Mas. George Campbell and Leonard; Mr. and IMrs. Edgar Brigham and Raymond of Allan Park, 'spent Sat- urday at Brown', celebrating the Sand birthday of Mrs. Brown's father, Mr. Brigham. Donald Stephenson of Ottawa spent the weekend at the home of his parents Mr. and 'Mrs. Leo Ste- phenson. air. Wm. Dale spent a few days in Toronto. We are sorry to know that Mager Billy Millson, son of Tifr. end +Mrs. Dave Millson, bag pneumonia,