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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1952-03-27, Page 1The Seafort News HURON COUNTY'S LEADING N EWSPAPER WHOLE SERIES, VOL: 75 Sk7AFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 1952 $1 a year OPERETTA GIVEN BY SEAFORTH PUBLIC SCHOOL As the pages of a book were turn- ed, the story, "The Romance of Cin- derella," with music by Mozart, un- folded, and the characters of that well-known, well -beloved fairy tale became real, as the operetta was presented by the pupils of the Sea - forth Public School in the auditorium of 'the district high school Thursday and' Friday nights to large and ap- preciative audiences, Little Linda Sims was the cinder • girl, later Cinderella; Neil Broad - foot was the prince, 'Cinderella's sis- ters were Carole Glew and Alice Nixon; and Marlene Austin was the godmother. Others in the cast were; heralds, Jack Baker, Raymond Drager, Ken Thompson, Robert Snell; guardsmen, Ron Mason; Bab McGonigle, Bill Ro- berton, Ron Scoins, James Watson, Bruce McFadden; mice, 'Carl Berger, Wayne Benneweiss, Andy Calder, Larry Dale, '(sub) Bruce Austin; pumpkins, Carole Dennis, Catharine Massey, Davina Hubert, Barbara Dungey, (sub) Margaret Elliot; min- uet, Barbara Plumsteel, Judy Crich, Lynda Savauge, Nancy Corby, Bruce Pulsifer, Gordon Ferris, Donald Wright, Gordon Miller, with Marilyn Woodcock as stand-in, Alice Christie, Libby Habkirk, Betty Simpson, Bruce McSpadden, and Larry Berger and Billy Robert- on were the soloists. The choristers were Marion Besse, Shirley Benneweiss, Marjory Peth- ick, Floyd Dale, Margaret Reeves, Craig Willis, Madelon Townsend, Kathryn Boshart, Karen Nicholson, Nancy Glew, Betty Andrews, Paul Besse, Gene Nixon, Betty Muegge, Joan Bach, Agnes Carter, Joan Boyes, Ellen Gorwill, Ellen Calder, Ruth Albrecht, Merle Cooper, Ruth Crozier, Dorothy , Fischer, Marion Mcllwain, Ruth Pinder, Dpuglas Scott, James Scott, Annette Town- send, JoanCharters Joan Dick, Sharon Hotham, Patricia Horton, Shirley Kleber, Robert Massey, Paul McMaster, Marlene Miller, John Scott, Isabel Shannon. D. N. Eastman, school principal, was general chairman. Miss M. E. Turnbull, a member of thestaff, was director of music; and Mrs. J. A. Stewart was accompanist. Miss W. Savauge, of the staff, supervised the staging. Mrs. A. Mason, staff, was in charge of properties; and Miss M. Willis, staff, of the dances. M. K. Sharp, Mrs. Elva Ellis, Mrs. J. Miller, Mrs, D. N. Eastman, and Miss E. Elder, members of the Home and School Association, and several of the, mothers were in charge of the costumes, all home-made and en- tailing almost endless planning and labor. J. J. Sims •of the staff was in charge of lighting, and members of the school board acted as ushers. The dapple gray horses, Nelson Ball, Donald Eastman, Jack Hoff, and Bryan Brady, drew a realistic pumpkin coach, which was, for the most part, the work of the pupils, supervised by Miss Savauge. The street scenes and castle, exterior and interior, were exceptionally well drawn and colored by Miss' Savauge. Worth special mention was the scene at the royal ball when the minuet was danced by eight pupils, the girls in long pastel -shaded gowns and the boys in cutaway coats, all complete with powdered wigs. The princess made a beautiful picture as she came through a draped archway and stood on thegolden stairs watch- ing the other dancers. "IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE" There is a brisk demand -right now for calves, an advertiser in last weeks .Seaforth News reports. "I had a phone call, answering my ad before dinner on Thursday", he states, "and they were all sold be- fore 4 o'clock". There were numer- ous inquiries afterwards and ,he could have sold many more calves if he had them. • SEAFORTH CO-OPERATIVE HAS GOOD YEAR On Thursday evening, March 20, the ladies of Egmondville United Church catered for the Seaforth Farmers Co -Op with another turkey banquet. About 160 Co -Op members were present out of the now 317 total enrollment. Guests included 0o - Op managers and directors from Mitchell and Belgrave, guest speak- er A. H. K. (Art) Musgrove of Clarksburg and his wife, also Co -Op auditor Norman Alexander. Presi- dent Robt. Campbell, the chairman, welcomed all present and thanked all members for their co-operation in the past year. He informed the meeting of the directors decision to declare 1i4 eents patronage dividend on all eggs sold through the Co -Op and VA ,per cent on business done through the Feed Service Mill. Robert Mcitercher, President of Huron County Fed, of Agriculture and chairman for this district of the new Poultry Producers Organization, spoke early in the evening and gave up-to-date information on the plan and method of taking vote. Norman Alexander, auditor from U.O.O,, Toronto, presented the fin- ancial statement in a very Capable and explanatory way. The statement showed gross sales in both depts. of $613,479, an increase in produce de- partment of $160,000, an increase of $10,000 at feed services over last year. Total assets for Co -Op is $100,- OOQ or an equity to members of $13 for every $1 invested ten years ago. Mr. Art Musgrave, the well received guets speaker, told the story of the Co -Op pig, the difference between Co -Operatives and Socialism, and many jokes which fitted well into his subject on timely advice to Co - Operatives and wrong thinking on the part of our present day genera- tion on the finer points of life. The two new directors appointed for the coining term were Elgin Nott and Arthur Devereaux. Elgin Nott, a director for the second term, ably thanked the ladies for catering for the wonderful turkey supper. Ross McGregor, vice pres., thanked Mr. Musgrave and Norman Alexander for their assistance in the program and throughout the year. Compliments were paid to the two managers, Claire Reith and Homer Hunt, on the fine years work, and also to the staff of both depart- ments. The helpful criticism brought forth by the members showed an ac- tive Co -Operative. HUDDLESTON—HABKIRK The wedding took place Saturday in Victoria Presbyterian Church, Toronto, when Bertha Lenore Hab- kirk, Seaforth, daughter of Mrs. Bertha Habkirk, and the late Thom- as Habkirk, became the bride of Douglas Frederick Huddleston, son of Mr. and Mrs. 3. C. Huddleston. Smiths Falls. Rev. Douglas Stewart, minister of the church, and former- ly of Seaforth, officated at the ceremony at 5:30 o'clock. The bride wore a cocktail dress of ice blue chantilly lace and net over taffeta with headdress of mohair net and flowers. Her flowers were pink rose- buds and blue forget-me-nots. Miss Helen Louise Smith, Reg. N., Lon- don, in a shell pink faille taffeta dress, was bridesmaid. Her accessor- ies were in pink and lavender shade and she carried pink rosebuds and sweet peas. Mr. Malcolm Paterson, Smiths Falls, was best man. A wed- ding dinner was held at The Old Mill, Toronto. This was followed by a reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Leedham, brother-in- law and sister of the bridegroom, Kennedy Ave,, Toronto. For a wed- ding trip through New York State, the bride wore a navy and white taf feta dress with navy tricotine coat in pyramid style, navy and white ac- cessories and 'a white gardenia cor- sage. On their return Mr. and Mrs. Huddleston will reside in Belleville. LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY WILL BE FORMED Thirty applications for a Ladies' Auxiliary to the Canadian Legion were signed at a social evening of Seaforth Branch in the Community Centre on Monday. This number is twelve more than required to obtain a charter. An organizational meeting in April will be arranged with the Dominion Command when a lady or- ganizer will come to assist with the details of forming a ladies' auxiliary in Seaforth. NORTHSIDE W,M.S, HOLDS EASTER THANKOFFERING The Easter Thankoffering of the W.M.S. of Northside United Church was held en Tuesday evening. Mrs. P. B. Moffatt opened the meeting by reading a poem "Churches". This was followed by singing "The Church's One Foundation Is Jesus Christ Our Lord". Mrs. H. Lawrence led in prayer. The President, Mrs, H, Snell, welcomed all to the meet- ing and especially members of our newly organized Jr. W.M,S. The min- utes of the previous meeting were read by the secretary, Mrs. C. Hend- erson. It was decided that our April meeting be held on April 29th, not the 22nd. Bale for clothing for over- seas relief is to be left at the home of Miss Anne Lawrence by the time of that meeting. Thankyou notes were read by Mrs. Norman Knight. The Supply Convenor, Mrs. H. Shan- non, read a letter relative to our supply work. Hymn 298 'Jesus Our Very Joy Be Thou" was sung and Mrs. R. Murdie led in prayer. The scripture lesson taken from Mat. 28 was read by Mrs. W. Ball. A most pleasing solo, "Hold Thou My Hand, Dear Lord" was sung by Mrs. J. A. Stewart accompanied by Mrs. B. F. Christie. Mrs. R. Lawson introduced the speaker of the evening, Miss Marion Donald of Stratford, who told of her experiences in China. Mrs. N. Knight moved a hearty vote of thanks to the speaker, seconded by Mrs. C. Pinder, Junior W.M.S. president. A delightful piano solo by Mrs. P. Dunlop was greatly enjoyed The meeting was closed by singing "Jesus Shall Reign", followed by Mrs. Snell pronouncing the benedic- tion. A delicious lunch was served by members of the social committee. The offering amounted to $130,70, WALLACE—LANDRY A quiet wedding was solemnized in Comber on March 15, 1952, when Margaret Joyce, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Landry, was united in marriage to Mr. Douglas Alexander Wallace, son of Mrs. Wal- lace and the late Alexander Wal- lace of Tuckersmith. Rev. A. L. Thompson, of Comber, officiated. The bride given in marriage by her father. was very lovely in a floor - length handmade gown of Heirloom lace. Her chapel veil was held in place with tiny cap of net and seed pearls. She carried a cascade bou- quet of American Beauty roses and imported stephanotis. Mrs. Munsen Bertine of Lincolnville, Kansas, at- tractively gowned in floor -length yellow jersey was sister's matron of honor, her flowers being colonial bouquet of Johanna -Hill roses and Stephanotis. Before the ceremony MTS. Bertion of Comber sang "Be- cause". The wedding music was played by Miss Kathleen Thompson. Mr. Neil Hodgert of Tuckersmith, attended Mr. Wallace as groomsman. A reception for the immediate fami- lies was also held at the bride's home which was decorated with spring flowers featuring daffodils, accasia and pussy willows. The bride's table tastefully arranged was centered with a tiered wedding cake and tap- ering candles. After an extended trip through the Western States Mr. and Mrs. Wallace will reside near Seaforth. Prior to her marriage Mrs. Wallace was tendered a lovely show- er at the home of Mus. Sas. Steven- son with Mrs. Frank Reaume and Miss Marilyn Reaume as hostesses. CLINTON CHAPTER VISITS SEAFORTH 0. E. S. Co -Officers night of the Order of the Eastern Star with good attend- ance was held on Thursday night. Donation was made to the Red Cross and plans were arranged for birth- day parity in April. There was a sur- prise visit of three car loads from Clinton Chapter. A social hour fol- lowed with euchre and canasta, Eu- chre winners; Mrs, L. Knight, Clin- ton; lone hands, Mrs. Harriett Fines, Clinton; men, John Modeland; lone hands, Andy Crozier. Canasta first, Mrs. Ruth Bulteel, Clinton; second, Mrs, Mae Watterworth, Seaforth. In the draw, Mrs. Cree Cook won the box of groceries and Mr. John Zapfe, Clinton, the knitting bag. REBEKAHS PLAN BIRTHDAY PARTY The regular meeting of Edelweiss Rebekah Lodge was held Monday night with Mrs. Hazel McGonigle, Noble Grand, presiding, The initiary degree was conferred on two candi- dates under the direction of Degree Captain, Mrs. Ann Henderson, as- sisted by Mrs, Evelyn Willis with Mrs, Ethel Hunt as pianist and Mrs. Sadie Hart as soloist. May 14th was set as the date for the birthday ban- quet to commemorate the 40th an- niversary of the founding of the Lodge. Further plans were made for the special meeting of April 7 when the Assembly President, Mrs. Betty Anderson, North Bay, and Mrs, Ada Armstrong D.D.P,, Brussels, will pay their official visits. The Exeter and Hensall Lodges will be guests at this meeting. As this will be a social evening, a program and penny sale are being arranged. A donation was made to the Red Cross campaign. Mrs. Lillian Grummett was appoint- ed representative and Mrs. Evelyn McLean, Scholar, to attend the Re- bekah Assembly in Toronto in June, and also to be representatives at the District meeting at Brussels on April 3rd. The social committee named for April, May, June were Mrs. Lillian Grummett, convener, Mrs. Margaret Sharp, Mrs. Janet Andrews, Mrs. Hilda Hubert, Mrs. Margaret Mes- senger, Mrs. Inez Cameron. DIES AT LISTOWEL The death occurred at Listowel at 1 a,m. on Friday, March 21st of Eliz- abeth Ann Coventry, widow of the late John Ellis, formerly of Blvth, in her 88th year. Mrs. Ellis was a native of Hallett township and after her; marriage had lived in East Wa- wanosh till the death of her husband in 1937. She had resided at Listowel for several years and was a member of Listowel United Church. Surviv- ing are one son, Jason Ellis, of Sea - forth, and three daughters, Mrs. Ro- bert Brown (Bertha) and Mrs. Nit- sche (Mary) of Seattle, Wash., and Mrs. J. D. Elsley (Annie) of Listow- el. Also two sisters, Mrs. Malcolm of Niagara Falls, N.Y. and Miss Rose Coventry of Wingham. There, are seven grandchildren. The funeral took place on Monday, March 24th from the Harrison Fun- eral Home, Wingham, to Blyth cem- etery, Rev. Mi. Moore officiating, EGMONDVILLE Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Houston have moved into the house they re- cently purchased from Mr. George Coleman. 3liss Marlene Fisher of Ayton spent the weekend at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. Houston. Miss Marne Watson R. N. of St. Joseph Hospital, London, visited with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Wat- 5011. Miss Laura McMillan of Toronto spent the weekend with her mother Mrs. W. F. McMillan. Mr. and Mrs. Elmore Stephenson and family acompanied by Mrs. Da- vid Stephenson spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. R. Erred, Stanley twp, Mr. Stuart Keyes of Orillia visited recently with his mother Mrs. Nel- son Keys. THE OPERETTA "CINDERELLA" PRESENTED IN SEAFORTH Pupils of Seaforth Public School staged the operetta "Cinderella" on Thursday and Friday nights. In a scene from the production above are: Donald Eastman, Nelson I3a11, Bryan Brady, Douglas Rowcliffe (the horses) ; Robert Snell, Raymond Drager, Jack Baker, Kennetli•Thompson, Neil Broadfoot and Linda Sinls. March 31 Is The of Savange's March b � rZYi . �. LAST DAY Dinnerware Sale r + }r F #.1 fid ' 94 pc. DINNER SETS, services for (Sonia sets reduced 66 pc. DINNER SETS, service for 8 32 pc. BREAKFAST SETS, service for 12 as low as $29,75 as much as $20,00) as low as $22.90 6 as low as $6.95 10% REDUCTION on all (pen stock dinnerware in sets or single pieces, including such popular patterns and makes as Bridal Rose, Montculm, 010 English Sampler, Violets Pompadour, Royal Balmoral, Brampton Rose, Queen's Bouquet. Royal Bridal Gown, and all Spode, Royal Doulton. Royal Albert, Shelley, etc., etc. Dinnerware and watches may he purchased on oiir Convenient Layaway Plan if desired. . PIERCE WATCHES These famous watches, fully guar- anteed, are offered at clearing prices as low as $14,96 Cups & Saucers 35c 3 for $1.00 Old Willow pattern, good every- day cups & saucers Teapots 79c Valves up to 2.50. Some slightly damaged but extra good value for every -day use LIGHTERS $3.95 Well-known make. Regularly $5.00 value Cake Plates 69c All-over gold decorated cake plates, also a gala assortment of planters. vases, etc. Cups & Saucers 39c Fancy china cups & saucers in solid red colour with floral design. A Clearing Special Italian Handled Baskets 39c Regular values from 85c to $1.00 Platters, Bowl% Sugars & Creams, Cups & Saucers, etc., in patterns we are disuontin- ring at CLEAR -OUT PRICES. SAV U 'S Jewellery Gifts Fine China Seaforth WINTHROP Sunday, April 6, Church services at Cavan Church will be at 10 a.m. and Sunday School at 11. Jacqueline Davidson was operated on for appendicitis on Monday morn- ing in Scott Memorial Hospital. Mr. Ralph Davidson, who is em- ployed with the Whyte Packing Co,, Stratford, had his arm burnt with steam on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Dale and fam- ily of Hallett visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert McClure. KIPPEN Mrs. Eldon Kerr of Winthrop spent a few days last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elston Dowson Mrs. Little, of London, spent the weekend with friends in the village and in Hensall and Zurich. Mrs. R. Dinsdale returned to her home here on Friday after spending several weeks with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr, and Mrs. E. Taylor in Stratford. Mr. and Mrs. S. Beattie and Mrs. R. McBride of Wingham called in the village on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Weber of London, Mrs. Ann Hudson of Hen - sell visited their aunt, Miss Kate Eengouh last week. We are sorry to report Miss Kate Bengough is confined to her bed through illness. A very enjoyable evening was spent on Friday last at S,S. No. 14, Stanley, when members of the sect- ion gathered for social evening. Progressive euchre was played. The ladies' high was won by Mrs, Howard Lemon; consolation, Mrs. R. Faber. Gents high, Aubrey Farquhar; con- solation, Bruce Perry. The committee in charge of the event were Mrs. Bert Faber, Mrs. Wilmer Jones, Mrs. Allan Johnson, NIrs. Alec MCBeth. BRUCEFIELD Mr, Douglas McBeath spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. McBeath. The sympathy of the community is extended to Mrs. W. II. Pepper -Enid family, hi the loss of a son, and brother, the late William Pepper. Miss Donna Taylor, is spending a few days with her parents, Mr, and Mrs, Harvey Taylor. ' Miss Margaret Aikenhead of Lan- don spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs, Hugh. Aikenhead. We were sorry to Bear of the passing of Mrs, Walker, Sr.. Bruce,. field, we extend our sympathy to her sons, Mr, Norman Walker, and fam- iIy, Brucefield, and Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Walker, Brandon, Manitoba. Miss Ruth Scott, London, spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Scott, TUCKERSMITH Mr. and Mrs Frank Crich, Tucker - smith, entertained en Monday night to celebrate the birthday of Mrs. Crich's mother, Mrs. Walter Roger- son. The party came as a complete surprise to the guest of honour. The guests were the immediate family and close friends. The occasion marked two birthdays; it being Mrs. Rogerson's and Mrs. Roht. Welsh's of Bayfield, who was one of the guests. The evening was spent with cards and music. The prize -winners were: ladies first, Mrs. Wm. Roger- son; ladies' consolation, Mrs.Peter Dunlop; men's first, Howard Snell; men's consolation, Kenneth Roger- son, The music was furnished by Mr. and Mrs. Peter Dunlop, Mrs. Wm. Rogerson and Robt. Welsh. MAKE SKIPPERS OF THEM ALL Did you see the gay young skipper On the crippled childrens' seal, Full of life, so strong and- happy, Others need our help to heal. And the "Others" are our problem, Yes, our problem, yours and nine; Now the Seal Campaign is calling, Are you in the giver's line? Just remember if we fail thein, They will never skip or play: Don't forget the Scout reminder, Do a good deed every day. • And this is the childrens' playtime, Marbles in place of a puck: Give you will never regret it, The shirting deserve good -luck, And your mite might mean a million, The Master once thought so too. Today it is not so different Here in nineteen fifty two. Did you ever hear the. story Of the wee lass en the road, She staggered beneath her burden, It was such a heavy load. Said a kindly man I'll help you, Help you home to your mother: She smiled and said, "No thank you, He's not.: heavy, he's my brother". Here is a sample of mercy From one so poor, so little. Hand in or send Your donation To treasurer Robert Spittal. —John Beattie Northside United Church Rev. D. A. MacMillan, Minister 10 a.ni., Sunday School 11 a,m,,. Worship; Sermon Sob- ject "The Redeemer Rejected". 11:'0 a.m.. Junior Congregation, 7 pan„ Worship: Sermon, Keep- ing ons• Faith". All cordially welcome. Egmondville United Church Rev, A. W. Gardiner, B.A., B.D., Minister, 10 a.m., Sunday School. 11 RM., "Jesus' Love of' Reality". 7 p.m., "The Spirit of the Fath- er's Will".