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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1960-01-21, Page 1Seaforth WBOLE SERIDS, VOL. 82i Phone 84 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 1960 J. Durnin, West W awanosls Elected Warden of Huron Reeve John 8, Durnin of West Wawanosh township, was elected warden of 5'Iuron c unty on Tues- day, polling 21 votes. Runner up was Reeve Harvey Coleman 'of Stanley', 9 votes, and Reeve Wil- liam Morritt, of Blyth, 5 votes. West Wawanosh has had two 'previous wardens, in 1574 and in 1947. A prominent fer- nier and native of the township, Ward- en Durnin is mar- ried to the former Violet Errington. n2n They have three .47,4n sonsand one dough ter, all at home. Mr. Dnrnin.ie a member of the ''Dungannon LOL ' and Auburn' United Church, He is -starting his 13th year in mun- icipal .politics. .Warden Durnin thanked mem- bers of council for their support and urged committees to stay within their 1960 budgets, Ex - Warden William Jewitt escorted the newly -elected warden to the 'chair and presented him with the gavel, key and chain of office, •Judge Frank Pingland admin- istered the oath of'office, the Rev. Dr. A. Taylor the 'devotional and Mayor E. C. Fisher delivered a • civic welcome, ' Recently incorporated as a vil- lage, Zurich had their first repre- sentative at Huron County Coun- cil. Reeve Lloyd .O'Brien was one of nine new reeves welcomed at the inaugural session. Others in- cluded Morgan Agnew, deputy reeve of Clinton; James Bissett, deputy reeve of Goderieh; Clifford Dunbar, reeve of Grey township; Glen Fisher, deputy reeve of Ex- eter; Karl Haberer, deputy reeve of Hay; Thomas Leiper, reeve of Ilullett; Alvin Rau, deputy reeve of Stanley and Andrew Ritchie, reeve of Ashfield. Number of He- ron county eouneillors now stands at 33. The following appointments were made: Harvey MolVSichael, _deputy reeve of Bewick township, - to the road 'committee for a five- year term; criminal audit board, Judge Frank Fingland, John G. Berry and Harvey Coleman. 0. of C. TO MEET The Seaforth Chamberof Com- . merce will hold a general 'meeting on Friday evening at 8 p.m in the town hall. There are several is- sues to be discussed and plans for the annual dinnerr meeting usual- ly held in 'February wild be form- ulated. The executive extend an 'invitation to all members to at- tend this meeting. . ,SEAFORTH HOME & SCHOOL The January meeting of the 'Seaforth Home and School Associ- ation was held in the school audi- torium on Jan. 19 with Mrs. W. Hodgert presiding. The meeting opened with singing "0 Canada" and repeating the L'ord's Prayer in unison. Mrs, J. B. Russell pre= serried Mrs. E. Boswell and Mr. J. Talbot with awards of .merit for their contribution to the work of the Red Cross Society. The parent of the month award was won by Mrs. -W. Ball and .Mies Elder's class won. the attendance award. •Mrs..F. Mingle -Tared with two solos"'Mary of An•.gyle" and "Beau- tiful Dreamer". The guest .speak- er, Mr. F. Peel was introd`wced by Mrs. A, McLean and thanked by bir. D. Williams. Mr. Peel spoke on his recent trip to Russia and showed pictures he .had taken there. It was most interesting and informative. The meeting closed by singing Liedsavethe Queen. . BROTHER PASSES Mr. Elmore Lerone of town re- _-eelved word on Tuesday morning of the passing away in Toronto of his •brother Morris Larone at the age of 44 years. LO73d EUCHRE The L.O.B.A. held a successful euchre on Monday evening, • the winners were ladies, moat games, •Mrs. Bill Austin; lone: hands, Mrs. D. Clarke; con., Margaret 'Sin- clair. Men's, moat games, Secord •MeBn•ien; lone hands, Albert O'- Reilly; con„ John Tremeer. PURCHASES FARM Anthony Van Loon, Lot 5, con. 1, Bullet, has purehased Ken Thompson's 100 -acre farm on con. 6, •Hullett, at Kinburn, through Joseph McConnell, Seaforth. WINTHROP WINS Winthrop ,Warriors defeated St. Coiumban 7-3 in a game played on Monday night, 'Winthrop led 3.2 at the end of the, first period and 4-3 at the end of the 2nd. The Warriors rapped in three unan- swered goals in the final period. Geo. Love and Ron Mc0hiire led Winthrop attack with two goals each. ;Singles were counted by Tom 'Love, Bill Kerr and. Ray Powell, St. Ooiumban goals • were scored lay A. Butters, G. Butters and Jim Malone. Standings Games played Pts. Winthrop 6 0.1 ,Seaforth 10 11 Monkton 5' . 8 Luanne 5 6 St. Colurmban 7 4 Blyth , 3 > Teeswater 6 0 MRS, PRAANIZ MCOUTCTIDON The death occurred in Brussels on Tuesday .morning, Jan. 19th. of Gwen Hugill,, beloved wife of Mr. Frank McCuteheon, in her 98th year, Mrs, Mceutoheon on Jan. 12th underwent an operation in Stratford Hospital. A daughter of Mr, and Mrs• Josephs Ilugill of Seaforth, she was born on the Ilullett McKillop boundary. Ten years ago she was married to Mr. McCnutcheon and had since lived at Brussels. Besides her husband she leaves one daughter, Cheryl 6, and one son Blaine 3. Also her .parents. and two sinters, Joyce, Mrs. Geo. Miller, and Karen Hugill of Sea - forth, and one brother, Laverne Hugill, of McKillop. The funeral will take place from the Rann funeral home, in Brussels, on Friday, Jan. 22. Rev. M2. Brown of Brussels will offici- ate; assisted by Rev, D. Glenn• Campbell of Hamilton. Burial will be in Brussels Cemetery: • MIA. LLOCH CIIA.PTER 'Officers' for 1960 of Malloch Chapter, were 'installed Monday evening by Rt. Excellent W. 13. Roope and installing team of Go derioh. Ex Comp. Wank Case, IPZ; Ex Comp A. E. Matheson Z; Ex Comp B. R. Cooper, 11; Ex Comp. •Orville Oke, J; ExComp, M. E. Clarke, treasurer; V. Ex Comp. C. A. Bar- ber, SE; Ex Comp. W. J. Bell, SOV; Comp. Allister Broadfoot, PS; Comp. Keith Sharp, •88;, C'omp. E. Campbell JS; V. •Ex Comp. J. B. Higgins, Master of C; Comp. Rev. J. C. Britton, M of 4th V; Comp. Ed. W. Ferguson, M of 3V; Conip. Ron. Buck, •M of 2V; Comp. Rew- ard Fretts, M of 1V; Connp. Roy Butt, Outer Guard; Comp. Ken Fortier, organist. 0..D. S. EUCHRE On Thursday, Jan. 14, Seaforth Chapter of the Order of the East- ern Star held a suacess5ul euchre. The maze winners were ladies. 'first, Mrs. W. R. Kinsman; lone Shands, Mrs. Ruby Bethune; eon., Miss Jean Scott. Men's first, Mr. A, Baker; lone hands, Mr. S. Mc - Brien; con., Jimmy Glew. On the draw for the cake Mme. W. Blair was the lucky winner. Watch for the date for the next euchre put. on by the Chapter in February. SEAFORTH W. I. Mrs. Graham Kerr was hostess. for the Jan. meeting of the. Sea - forth W. I. Sae•t Tues. afternoon. The roll call was answered with "How parents can help the teach er". The president, Mrs. H, Hugill presided for She .business. The minutes were read by the secre- tary, lobe. Gordon Papple, also letters of appreciation from Mr. and 'Mrs. Thos. WilI4annson, Mrs. Annie Coleman, Mrs. John Gordon, Mfrs. John McLachlan, Mrs. Rena Caldwell, Mr. IrvinCampbell, Mrs. J. McGregor and the Bell Telephone girls. 1VIre. Lorne Cart- er gave the treasurer's report. An invitation was extended to all In- stitute me m b ere, .parents and friends to attend the achievement day for _the 4-H Homemaking Club "Clothes • Closets up to date" in Clinton Legion Hall on Feb. 13th. Bach Institute member was reminded to bring a cake to the euchre and dance on Friday, Jan. 22nd. lima. James Keyes opened the program with 'a contest to be an- swered with names ofplaces in Huron County. Miss Jennie Hogg gave an interesting talk on the motto "We must teach the whole child, .physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual, unless they are balanced, we •cannot expect him to •learn." Mrs. Gordon Mc Kenzie read a poem entitled "To- morrow". A demonstration on 'making Taney sandwiches was gi- ven by Mrs. James Reyes. Nara. at. J. Doig gave the courtesy re- marks emarks and the meeting closed by singing "God save the Queen". A lunch Twee served by Mrs. J. Mo-. Gregor, Mrs. M. Hudson, Mae. M. H4ilebreoht, and Mrs. Gordon 11Lc- Kenzie. CONSTANCE Ma. and Mrs. Howard Preszcator and family visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. C. Glanville and family of Exeter. Mr. and Mrs. F. Buchanan and boys visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hare of Goderich. Mr, and. Mrs. Ken Preszcator ,spent Sunday with. Mr. and We. Bob. Jenni8on and family, ,Omand Bend.,. .Misses Rachel aitd Pearl Mac- Kenzie visited Monday with Mr. and lass. A, Garrett of near Sea - forth. .Mr, Wm.. Jewitt Is attending County Council at Goderieh and on Tuesday presented the Ward- enship Collar to the newly -elected Warden for 1960 to Mr, John Dur- pin of Auburn. Mr. Wen. Dale attended an Ex - Warden's meeting at Goderleh on Tuesday. First Presbyterian Annual. Meeting The 1960 annual congregational meeting o•f First Presbyterian Church was held on Monday ev- ening following a well attended pot luck supper in the church hall, In spite of very inclement wea- ther approximately 76 persons en- joyed a supper supervised, by Miss Jean Scott. At about 8,15 pan. Rev, Ma. El- der opened the meeting. Mueieal numbers were enjoyed' in solos by Misses Darlene Sills and Meta Reeves, with Mrs. John McGregor at the piano and aceordian duet numbers by Misses Grace and Gloria Beuerman. John Cardno was appointed chairman for the 'meeting and F. E. Willis secretary. The kirk session report' was ea M. McKellar, olerk of the r t1,by , session. The dhairman guided pe- rusal of the reports. Following a 'discussion which pointed up a successful 1959 for all organiza- tions, the reports were unanim- ously adopted on motion of T. W, McMillan and Clare Reith, Norman Ranson was appointed to the board of managers for a one year term to fill the vacancy .caused by the move of Robt, M. Wright to New Dundee. Four members eleoted to serve a three year term were W. R. Smith, F. R, Oosford, A. Y. McLean and F. A. Kling.. J. E. Patterson and R. S. Mc- Donald were appointed auditors. Rabt. Smith, M. McKellar and John Beattie will continue as trustees. J. K. Willis was re -a4) - pointed treasurer. M. McKellar explained that the Synod Corporation Fund .was to be established for the use of churches requiring assistance where money may be borrowed without interest. First Church, Seaforth was expected to assist in flits project by a payment of $1 per member per gear for two yeare. Payment will be made as soon as possible and an individu- al member collection will be made at a later date. The budget allocation of $4,222.- '50 4,220:'50 was unanimously approved. A special Sunday collection will be made for the Deaconess Hume allocation of $1100, as, $360 is re- quired to 'complete the allocation in 1960. •A $100 increase in salary was voted to Mr. Kempster•, choir lea- der and organist. A $50 'bonus was voted to Mrs. Keith .Sharpe, envelope secretary, in appreciation of her faithful services. M. McKellar, speaking for the congregation and on behalf of the session, paid tribute to Rep. D. Leslie Elder and the successful year for First •Ohurch and an in- crease in stipend was unanimous- ly approved. Mr. Alex. MacDonald was con- gratulated on his position as the church officer and salary arrange- ments will be made by the board of managers. Rev. Mr. Elder in closing point- ed out that there were great things to be done and that with Co-operation and fellowship, First Church would go forward to an- other successful Tear. • WILLING WORKERS Jt 11 CLUB The eighth and last meeting of the Seaforth Willing Workers was Jan. 16, 1960, at the home of Em- ily Dlliott. The meeting was open- ed with "God save the Queen" and then the minutes were read. We learned from our leaders, Mrs. G. IMoKenzie and Mrs. G. Elliott, that we .must have our record .books and clothes closet accessories in by Jan. 24th to go to Clinton to be ready for achievement day. Few notes were taken this .meeting so the club girls 'proceed- ed with the making of unfinished accessories. St. Thomas Church Twelve Recent Cases Vestry Meeting The annual meeting of the ves- try of St, Thomas Church was held on Monday, in the pariah hall, The weather was unkind, being stormy with a heavy fall 05 snow which kept the attendance lower than was expected. Preeed- ing the business session there was a most enjoyable pot luck eu,pper •after which the tables wor There Rectorcleaed. , Mr. Donaldson, op- ened the meeting with a short scriptyre reading and led in prayer, In the absence of the vestry clerk Mr. "LG. Meir was asked to act in his place. The minutes of 'the 1959 vestry meeting were read and on motion of Messrs, Stockwell and Earle were adopted. Mr, W. E. Southgate followed r or with the treasu et &,tap t which he explained in detail and moved its adoption, seconded by Mr. Ford, and carried. Reports from various church organizations followed. Women's rabid fox, and only two have been Auxiiiaury by Miss Dorothy Parke. Ladies 'Guild and Rectory Fund by Mrs. Ada Reid.: Chancel Guild by Mrs. Stockwell, Sunday School and AYPA by the Rector. Choir by Mr, Southgate. Mr, Boswell as peoples warden expressed appreciation of the ef- forts made by the congregation but urged greater contributions to meet increased expenses and of Rabies in Huron The danger of rabies in the community is still with us. Hr. J. C. MacLennan, Health of Animals Branch, Seaforth, this week re- leased the following infermation of 'confirmed cases of rabies in Huron County: MoKillop twp., Jan, 11, 1960, fox. Ashfield twp„ Dec, 19th, skunk. 'Goderieb twp., Dec: 20, dog. Stanley twp„ Deo. 17, skunk. 'Colborne twp., Dec. 1, cat. Col- borne twp., Nov. 6,. cat• Colborne twp,, Nov, 8, skunk. Stanley twp., Nov. 11, cow. W. Wawenosln,+Nov. 9, ,cow. E, Wawanosh, Nov. 5, sleunk. Ashfield twp., Oct. 23, cat- tle beast. Ashfield twp., Oat. 16, skunk. During the past six months there 'has been only one continued examined in that ,t{me. however foxes are reported to be appearing again,. Several foxes have been seen recently. It is said that foxes and skunks are closely associated, as they live in the same dens. The skunks move into the fox dens and they budget.,seem to get along amicably, Mr, Gordn Wright as rector's Dr. MacLennan said that a very warden explained his duties strict view is taken where there which he found' not too arduous and confidently looked forward to is involvement of a cat or dog be- cause of their association with humans. Every measure is taken to prevent dog to dog transmis- sion, or cat to cat, the year 1960. Rev. Mr. Donaldson gave the rector's_ report covering statistics for the past year and expressed thanks to each leader 'and organ- ization for the support he had re- ceived. He emphasized his desire to have greater Sunday School and Church attendance. There is need for more leaders in Sunday School and other church organiz- ations and he asked for volunt- eers. olunteers. The meeting proceeded to the election of officers resulting as follows: Vestry clerk, George T. Flewitt. People's warden, Norman Soothe. Rector's warden, Gordon Wright. Delegates to synod: Robert Spittal and D. C. Boswell, Substi- tutes, Ken Powell and W. E. Southgate. Treasurer, W. E. Southgate Chairman of sidesmen, L. Ford, Envelope Secretary, L. Ford. Honorary warden for life, Thomas T. Jackson, Board of managers, G. Stock- well, L. Ford, E. C. Boswell, John Earle, Robert Spittal, Ken Powell, Charles Dungey, Don Kunder, Elmer Larone Harry Patin. The newly elected people's warden paid a well earned tri'b- "ate to his predecessor Mr. Bos- well, and hoped to be able to fill the office with equal satisfaction. The meeting was adjourned at 10.30 p.m. with prayer by the Rector, Varna Couple Honored by Friends A surprise of over 40 friends and relatives gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Mo- Clinohey, Varna, on Friday even- ing, Jan. 15, to celebrate the occa- sion of their 30th wedding enni- -versary..Mr. and Mrs. MoClinchey .were presented with a boutonniere and corsage by 'their nephew, Master Ivan .Steckle and Master Sim Kyle. The early cart of the evening was spent in playing pro- gressive euchre, following which a delightful lunch was served In- cluding anniversary cake. The honoured 'couple ware asked to come forward and the following address was read by Mrs. Orville RMcOlinchey and the presentation of a Kroehler platfenm rocker and .a Sunbeam electric fry pan was made by Mrs. Allan Armstrong. Dear Wilmer, and Net: It is my pleasure on behalf of all present to say a word of sincere congratu- lations to you in whose honor we NORTH McKILLOP are gathered here tonight. On this Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Regale of the occasion of your 30th wedding anniversary we decided to have a tittle surprise get-together, to bring you our good wishes. It must be gratifying to you to look 'back upon that .path upward which you have climbed, the pis- fortunes, hard work, overcome bIt your cheerful outlook. At all times you have taken a big part in our community life, each one of us can recall some personal thing, some Ibis/Idly act, or deed of kindness or generosity, that you have contributed to make our district a happier and more lrlea'e- •ant place in which to live. So with that thought in• mind we wish you health, wealth and 'happiness on your way to your next anniver- sary and mance more and ask you to accept these gifts to remind. you of yowl' 30th wedding anni- versary. Signed—From all of us. Mr, and .Mrs. McClinohey each thanked the friends for their kind words and lovely gifts. Hespeler with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Regele on Tuesday. Mr. laph. Dennis who has been. a patient in St. Joseph's Hospital, London, has returned home with Mm, and Mrs. J. Thornton. Mr, and Mrs. Harold McCallum and family spent an evening lsat week with Mr. and .Mrs. Murray Dennis. P.S. Board Re-elects Mrs. Cardno Chair'n Mrs. John A: Cardno was named for a second term as chairman of the Seaforth Public School Board on Wednesday evening last. ._ Committees werere.-appointed as follows: Sec.-Treas., M. 'M. Mc- Kellar; finance, P. E, Willis, Dr. J. C. MacLennan; property, W. T. Teall, Mrs. A. W. Sillercy; supply, ,I. E. Longstaff, Mrs. 3. A. Cardno. Robert Joynt was named truant offices'. Mrs. Lois iMunn is to re- present the board on the Public Libravy Board (three-year term), and O. A,' Barber as a trustee on the Seaforth District High School Board. The board received a letter from .tables of euchre on Thursday ev the town council suggesting "hold. ening and Mr. and Mn s. Stanley ing the line" on 1960 expenditures. on FridMitchellay entertaeveniing.ned two tables HENSALL •Mr. and Maes, C. Ellis and fam- ily of Clinton were recent visit- ors with Mr. and Mss. L. Chap- man anti 'family. .Members of Amber Rebekah Lodge commenced their marathon euchre with Mas. E. Cliopohase, Vice Grand as convenor, Mi•. and M2 -s, E. •Slnaddiek entertained two KIPPEN Mas. Anna Mousseau of Grand Bend is visiting two weeks with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr, and Mrs. Richard Taylor at .Chis- elhurst. Hr. and Mrs, Norman Dickert, Mr. and Mrs, Tien McLellan and Jill spent Sunday with Mr. and 1'Irs. Ervin Dickert at Clifford. Mr. and Mrs, L. Schneider and family of Stratford were Sunday guests, with Mr. and :Mrs. Bert Thomson and family also Mr. R. Thomson. Sympahy is extended Mrs. Lou Clark and family in the passing of •a husband and 'father, the late -1'h: Louis Clark. Mr. and Mrs. N. Long visited Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mss. Bears of Brucefield •.11r. and Mrs. T. Smith and chil- dren of Grimsby and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Wren of Hanover attended the funeral Saturday of their grandfather, the late lair. Louis Clark. Mr. and Mies. Stewart Onudmore accompanied by Mr. Sam Cudmore of London, visited Friday evening with 14r. anti lira, N. Long. Mr. and Mrs. Monty Motomura and family moved Friday to Clin- ton. MIr. Herb Stephenson, who has been confined to his home since returning:from a London Hospital is improving in health. Mr. D. Turner who underwent surgery in Clinton Hospital, re- turned to his home en Saturday. A few members of the Kippen United Church Friendship Group met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert McGregor last Wednesday night. The evening was spent in games and cards, the prizes going to ladies: Mrs. R. Broadfoot, Mas, John Anderson, Men, Mr. Norman Dickert, Mr. Herb Jones. A lunch was served and everyone enjoyed a pleasant evening. Thrifty Kippe,iettes The seventh meeting of the Thrifty Kipoenettes was held at the home of Mrs. R. Chapman on Jan. 6 at 8 p.m. The meeting op- ened by repeating the 4-11 .pledge. The roll call was auswered by 14 members and the minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. It was planned that the next meet- ing will take place on •Tan. 20th at the home of Mrs, A. McGregor. The .president welcomed Miss Till- man who attended this meeting. A skit was discussed which is to be tput 011, on Achievement Day. Miss Tillman spoke on curtains for closets. A demonstration on sec- tion boxes was given .by Sharon McBride. The roll call and Home Assignments were given out and the meeting closed by singing ".God save the Queen". WALTON The January meeting of the Mc- Killop Group was held at the .home of '.Mrs. N. Schade on Wed- nesday evening Jan. 13 with 13 ladies present. Mrs. R. Barrows Presided, opening the .meeting with a reading on the New Year, and hymn 571 "Standing at the Portal". Prayer was offered by Mrs. Borrows after which the scripture lesson was read by Mrs. Stewart McCall from Matt. 20: 1- 16. During the business .period it was decided to bring used Christ- mas cards to the next .meeting. The annual meeting is .planned far Tuesday Jan. 26 at 8 p,nt. Lunch will 10 served 'following the .meeting. The east side to bring squares and the west side, sand- wishes. The IVIeKillop Group le to clean up after the meeting. Mrs. Jack Bosman gave the topic "Salt of the Earth", Mos. Barrows dos- ed the meeting with prayer. A de- licious lunch was Served by Mrs. D. Watson, alms. G. MCGavin, Mrs, O. Wey, Mrs, W. J. Leeming and Mins. N. Ballade. Si.6e. a Ye 3lich0,•iieti :es Seeotul glesn watt, Poet 9lfice Dept., uttuwn Snowdon Bron., k'ueneeers OPunuu"l, "eM„1M.t u"r u,...1uuu,w,an„un,uuuu,n Wnnn,ue,ep,","n, lu,n�„Il,prlil, JAN UARV srseuti ,Repeat Offer! Nowavailable in ALL patterns Complete 52 Piece Service For 8 plus this exciting new Drawer Chest. 095 50U SAVE CONTENTS; 8 Knlves, 8 Forks, 8 Teaspoons 8 Dessert Spoons, 8 Small Teaspoons, 8 Pastry or Salad Forks 2 Tablespoons 1 Butter Knife Sugar Spoon $4500 THIS LUXURIOUS CHEST INCLUDED 1847 ROGERS BROS. Serated tip eliminates " cutting grapefruit in sections.,. pimply slice ,apo serve. SAVAUGE'S JEWELLERY GIFTS FINE CHINA Seaforth Annual Meeting of Cromarty Church The annual congregational meet- ing of Cromarty Church was held on Thursday with a good attend- ance of members. The meeting was opened with scripture reading and prayer by the minister, Rev. S. Herr, who was also appointed to the chair to conduct the busi- ness. The Church Secretary, Lloyd Miller acted as secretary and read the minutes of last annual meet- ing. The treasurer, Mr. T. Laing gave his annual report which showed a substantial balance. In the absence through illness of lair. E. Templeman, who is elerk of session, the session report was read by Mr, T. L. Scott. Mr. Eldon Allen gave the auditor's report and the trusteee' report by Mr. A. .1llaLachlan. Reports were given by the various secretaries all of which showed satisfactory pro- gress. The officers elected for 1960 are as follows: New 'mana- gers elected for three years Nelson Howe, Frank Miller, Clar- ence Taylor; Sec., Lloyd Miller; Treas., T. Laing; •Auditors, J. M. .Scott, Gordon lleggarth; Ushers, John McDougall, John Wallace and Root, Gardiner. Assistant Ushers, Laverne Wallace and Dun- can Scott; S. S. Supt., Mrs. T. L. Scott; Assistant, Mrs. Lloyd Sore- ,dahl; Rec. See., Mrs. S. McCurdy; Every Day Sec., Mrs. M. Hough- ton; Cradle Roll Sec., 'Mrs. Carter Kerslake; Trustees: Gordon Hog- gerth, A. Mctaohlan and D. Tem- pieman; Library Conn., Mrs. T. L. Scott, Mrs. R. Laing, Mrs. M. Dow; Cemetery Com., T. L. Scott, T. Laing, S. McCurdy, A. MdLach- Jan, K. McKellar, C. b1oKaig J• Iloggarth. Mr. Herr expressed his appreci- ation to all youth workers, the choir and organist, 'caretakers and all the congregation for the co- operation in the work of the church. :Mervin Dow moved a vote of thanks to Mr. Keir for his leadership a.nd spiritual guidance during the ,year. Mr. Kerr closed the ,meeting with prayer. Members • of Cromarty W.l1,S. who attended the annual mooting of Stratford Presbyterial in Knox Clt'ur.ch, Stratford, on Tuesday were Mrs. W. Harper, Wire, T. L• Scott, Mrs. T, Laing and Mrs. M. Lamiond. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Gardiner vis- ited on Sunday with her parente, Mr. and firs. Henry Eggert of Rostock, Mr. Andrew Hamilton of Exet- er visited on Sunday with frienda. in the village. Weekend visitors with Mr. and; Mrs. Otto Walker were Mi•, and Mrs. H. R. Currie and Linda, Dor- chester, llr. Ron Kruger of Win- nipeg; Miss Marian Drumrell and Alex and Kenneth Walker of Lon- don. Mrs, Heber Shute of Iiirkton and alas. Wilmer Howatt of Lon- desboro visited on Sunday with their mother, 'Mfrs. David Gard- iner. The January meeting of the Cromarty Ladies' Aid was Held at the hone of Mrs. Will Miller on Saturday evening with the presi- dent airs, Miller presiding. Devo- tions were led by Mrs. R. Laing and Mrs. M. Dow. The roll .call was answered by paying fees. Re- ports were given by the secretary and the treasurer and many items of business were dealt with. The ladies accepted a request to cater for a golden wedding in March. It was also decided to hold a bake sale in the near future. Sev- eral "thankyou" letters from the shutins who received .treats at Christmas were read,by the sec- retary. This being the annual meeting, Mrs. 1'. L. Scott was ap- pointed to take the chair for the election of officers for 1960 as follows: Pres., Mrs. W. Miller; Vice Pres., Mrs, J. M. Scott, alas. M. Dow; Sec., firs. J. Wallace; As- sistant Sec., Mrs. J. .M. Scott; Treas., ,Mfrs. K. McKellar, assist- ant Treas., Mrs, T. L. Scott; Card Com., 'Mrs. F. Allen and MTs. Sa- die Scott; Flower Com., ,Mrs. M. Houghton, Mrs. 0, MoKaig, Mrs. H. McKellar; Work Com„ Mrs. Houghton, Mrs. W. Miller, 1Vfrs, Grace Scott, Mrs. L. Sorsdahl, Miss Olive ,Spears, Mrs. W. Harp- er; Organist, Mrs. L. Sorsdahl; Assistant, Mrs. 1<. McKellar. Themeeting closed with pray- er and lunch was served by the hostese assisted by Mrs. T. Laing and Miss Clive Spears. During lunch a Bible quiz was led by Mrs. R. Laing and Mrs. M. Dow. HENSALL Mr. and Mrs. 'Don Gooding, Debbie and Donnie of Parkhill visited recently with Mrs. Good- ing's parents, Mr. and Mre. Dd. gar Munn.