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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1960-01-28, Page 1Seaforth News WIIOLE SERIES, VOL. 82. Phone 84 SEAPORT}I, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 1960 stale a Year Authorteed as Second mem ; map, t'nat Once Dept., ()AIMS Snowdon . Bros., i ubiiebete To Start Construction of New ,Bank Building in March ,Official word was received„ on, Tuesday by Ma, W. 0, Moore, ,the Manager of the Toronto-Donlinion Bank that the 'present bank build- ing will be demolished and a new modern building will be erected on the same site this year. The bank will prove into Lee Learn's old Theatre building early in March until the new bank is ready ,for occupancy. The tenants of the bank building, A. W, Sii- lery, law office, Sid Pullman, bar- ber slink, at the rear, and H. G. Meir, upetairs, have received not ice to vacate by 'Feb. 29th. Demolition will start as soon as the bank moves out. Workmen have been bumf for several months converting the former theatre, Informationconcering the new bank building is expeoted shortly, Surveyors were in town last month surveying the banklproper- ty and since that time it bas been understood a new building was being seriously considered. Dedicate Memorials At Northside Service The morning worship at Werth - side United Church was the arca- sion for two dedications, Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Whitney gave an Altar Cross and Altar Desk, complete with B-ible and marker, two Altar vases, in memory of their (laugh- ter Lois. Mr. L. P. Plumsteel act- ed on behalf of 'Mr. and Mrs. Whit- ney in making the presentation to the Session and congregation, Mr. John Stevens and •Mr. James Ste- wart unveiled the appointments, while Dr. Paul Brady, accepted the gift on behalf of the Session and congregation. The minister then dedicated the gift to the glory of God and the loving mem- ory of Lois Whitney Hamilton. The second dedication took the form of a plaque, in natural oak finish, to commemorate the long service to Northside Church School by 'Mr, and MTs, W. J. Williams. Mr. Arthur Golding made the presentation to the con- gregation and thenthe plaque was dedicated. It has been placed on the rear wall of the Sanctuary, The Northside congregation is deeply indebted to 04r. and Mrs. Whitney and to Mr. Arthur Gold- ing in making these :memorials possible. The Junior Choir led in the mu- sic of worship on Sunday morn- ing. They sang art anthem, "Fair- est Lord Jesus" in which Wass Di- anne Kirk teak a solo part. For their second number Miss Sally Cosford sang a solo, "Sing praise to God in Winter". • FUNERAL HELD A very largely attended funeral was held on Friday afternoon from the Rann funeral home at Brussels for the late 'Mrs. Frank. bl:c0utcheon, the former Gwen Hngill, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hugill of Seaforth. The service was conducted by liar 'minister, 'Rev. Mr. Brown of Brussels, assisted by Rev. D. Glenn Campbell of Hamilton and Rev. D. Leslie Elder of Seaforth. Pallbearers were Geo. Miller, George Mci0utcheon, Jack MoDut- cheon, Fred IVLoOutohecn, Lloyd Bryans, Jack Rice. lelowerbearers were atel M'c- -Outcheon, Bernnel Smith, Ronald Driscoll, 'Thomas Consitt, Mel Mc - Amber, Jaaaes Knight. (Friends were present from Lon- don, Toronto, Hamilton and other •d'istant paints. ' MR'S. EVA ROGFERS Mrs. Eva Rogers, 74, widow of Richard Rogers, died suddenly in the Brantford General Hospital on 'Saturday. She was formerly of Seaforth, She is .survived by one brother, William Brawn of De- troit; and two sisters, Mrs. Frank <Beatrice), Lorenzen, ''Highland Park, ;Mich,, 'and Mrs. Marshall ,(Jennie) Young, Clinton: The fun- :eral was held Tuesday In Brant- ford, and buraai was In Maltland- bank cemetery, 'Seaforth, on --arri- val of motors about 2,30 mm, Rev. J. C. Britton officiated. W. I. EUCHRE There were 22 tables in play at the euchre and dance sponsor- ed by Seaforblr W. L last Friday evening. Prize winners for the m- ediae were Ladies 1st, Mrs. Sam Storey, 2nd Mrs, Stewart Wilson, con., Mrs. Carl MoClinohey, Men's first, John Tremeer, 2nd Jack Me- Kay, con., Ross Broadfoot, Winthrop Leads Intermediate League Winthrop Warriors jumped into •first place in the standing, Mon- day night as they trounced Blyth 10.2. HarVeytDale` led "the 'Win; throp attack with 3 goals, singles were, counted by Jack Crozier, Tom Love, Art Strong, Jim Strong, Hay Powell, Winston Powell and Bili Kerr. Coates and Sanythe scored for Blyth. On Friday night the Warriors went down to their first defeat when 'Monkton defeated them 5-3 in Monkton. Winthrop goals were scored by Ray Powell with 2 and Art Strong 1, Winthrop now holda a one point lead over MOnkton who are In 2nd place. Lady Bowlers Entertained Mrs. P. L. Brady was hostess to the Seaforth Ladies Lawn Bowl- ing Club for their bridge and eu- Ohre party Thursday, Jan 21st. Prizes donated by •Miss Abbie Seip and MTS. N. •Schneider were won by Miss Florence Laidlaw and 'Mrs, Clare Reith. A delicious lunch was served by Mrs. W. Dundee, Ma's. 51. Leslie, Mrs. T. Phillips and Mrs. C. Reith, The February -party will be at the home of Mrs. L; Ford. Jos. McConnell Buys Royal Apartments Joseph MCConnel'1 has purchas- ed the Oke apartments and busi- ness block at corner of Main and Goderich Street, from Orval Oke for $26,000.00, possession early in February, FARM UNION MEETING The montliy meeting 'af O.F.U. was held in Town Hall. Previous minutes were read and adopted'," Amendments of .Constitution were read and discussed. President told members that there would not he any interim payment on eggs up to end of 1959 but these past months would be on the year's average to end 1st of September 1960. The basic price for hogs IS $22,65 per cwt. Some members stated they had not received their number for Deficiency Payments, President stated that they write agalin as you had to have a num- ber to receive deficiency pay- ments. Mr. MeJ Tebutt of Mark - dale was introduced by 'President. He spoke on deficiency ,payments and the coming Hog Vote. He sta- ted that deficiency payments are Unionpolicy ant the Union is striving to have payments on 100 per cent on eggs and .hogs. He stated there are a lot of people going to be disappointed on' the hog vote, they think they are vot- ing on the marketing board, but the vote is only on the plan. It is not known what will be on the ballot, he did not wish to speak too long, as there was more gain- ed in a goad discussion. Questions were asked about pooling milk. Question asked wiry government set price of hogs at 80 per cent of 10 year .average, he thought the large storage of pork had something to do with it. He stat- ed that the Farm Union had writ- ten into ,the act that ,the ,price had to cover eoet of production. The other farm organization asked for 65 to 85 per cent of parity. Mrs, Geo. CIii:Bton, Ladies', Director ,for Huron.epoke a few words. She stated that she enjoyed working for the Union and was wilting to help any local that wishes. She thought we did not give Mr. Gor- don Hill, Pres. of Ontario, credit for what he was doing for farm- ers, Varna Local' are .sponsoring a training school in Agr, Board room, Clinton, in February and asked other Locals to alttend. 'ilhe President •thanked, the speakers and the meeting adjourned till Feb. 9th. MAE'LANE ,The Mae Lane Evening Aiixil- iary of Northside United Church met at the borne of Mrs. Ted Say auge on Monday evening, Jana 18th. A very good attendance was observed. Mrs. Britton installed the new officers for 1960. Several business points were discussed pertaining to the coming year. It was decided to dispense with the usual Birthday Anniversary meeting held each February, and to hold a special 'meeting in the spring. The groupwas reminded ,to,be on the alert for articles re- quested for the spring brie. Mrs, Eric McCue offered to hostess the February meeting: Miss Eleanor Henderson gave a reading on Christian Stewardship. 'Mrs. John Turnbuil'e gr'oup . took charge of the devotional service, with Mrs. Tom Wilbee taking the topic from, our study hook on Africa, Mrs, Wei. Henderson thanked Mrs; Sa- vatige for the use of het home, and everyone takoing part; The meeting was aimed with a hymn and repeating bhe ATizpah Rene - diction, in union, Lunch Was i s h served - :co t char e, mm i y l e n g b . to Annual Meeting of Northside Church On Wednesday evening, Jan. 20 the annual meeting of Northside United Church congregation was bold. A potluck supper at 6.45 p, in. ,was greatly appreciated : by about 80 members of the congre- gation. Following the euIPPer, Rey, J, C. Britton led in a short devotional period. lie then asked the congregation to appoint a ohairman far the meeting. Dr. 1'. L. Brady was elected followed' by the election of Mr. Ernie Wil- liams as Secretary. 'Reports of the congregational activities in. the past year were presented in -mim- eographed, form' t0 ,each member for. their perusal, and adoption, 'Excellent work was noted in all departments. Following the -re- ports various vacancies were fil- led on the .church boards. Session, Mr, Wan. Leeming asked to be re- lieved of active duty and was el- ected to a life membemship as el- der. Mr. Jack Stevens was elected to take Mr. °Leoming's place, (llls McMartin(' will fallow at ;a later date): Mr. Jas. M. Scott, Mr. Bev- erly Christie, Mr. D. A. Ai)ten- head were re-elected for another temp. Board of Stewards: Since retiring members on this board cannot be re-elected it was neces- sary to put five new men on the board in the persons of Messrs. Eric McCue, Howard Wilson, Al- bert Baker, Hugh Thompson, Tom Rttr'ilbee. 'MT. Roes .Savauge was elected to fill the vacanoy•left on the Board of Trustees by the re- signation of Mr. Lome Webster. At the .conclusion of the elections Dr. F. I-Iarburn asked to be re- lieved of his position as secretary of the Trustee Board, This was granted and the Official Board will act on this vacancy at a lat- er date. Mr, John Talbot and Mr. Bruce McMillan were appointed as auditors for 1960. ' The Official Board was direct- ed to establish a Long Term Pan- ning Committee at an early date to make soak plans that may lead to expansion or more efficient use of present building. The question of a more efftoient Ohristian Edu- cation program received the Marc. ing of the congregation for a tniai period in the spring when some changes in the time of service were indicated. Further study of the question will be made by the Session and the Teachers and OM - cera of the Ohurch School, Huron Member Named to OWRC Ohas, S. MaoNaughton, Progres- sive Coneervative member of the legislature for Huron, has been appointed a member of the Ont- ario Water Resources Commis - don. He takes the place of Hon. John Roberts of- London who re- cently became Minister of Educa- tion, The Ontario Water Resources Commission wild be transferred from the .department. of public works to municipal affairs. Mr. MoNaughton is one of the younger members of the legislat- ure, having first been elected two years ago at the 'by-eleotion and again in the general election last year. A wider scope for his ener- gy and ability have new been given by the government in this respon- sible appointment and `Iris many friends throughout the riding join M hearty congratulations, NORTIfSIDE UNITED W.M.S. The January meeting of North - aide United WMS was held Tues- day eveaing, Jan. 26. Miss R. Fennell opened with a poem and hymn 140 was sung and prayer by Mrs. R. Savauge. The President Mrs. C. 'Walden gave a reading and Mrs, G. Addison, the minutes of. December meeting. Mrs, P. Moffat gave community friend- ship report, 27 home calls, 54 hos- +pital, A reading by Mra. 0. Coch- rane on ,Christian Gitizenehip. Mrs. Workman reported on Chris- tian Stewardship. Mrs. R. Sa'vauge read a letter of appreciation from Mass M. Truman.. Mrs. 0, Walden gave the meeting over to Mr's, W. Dundas' Oircle who chose Be the theme "The Lord's Prayer", Miss Helen 9111iott favored us with three lovely accordion selections,' Miss 11. Fennell took the study book comparing Africa in its new and old Way. Mrs. Dundas closed with hymn and prayer. USE S.NOWBLOWEI2 Snow was hauled away from, part of Main street on Monday. afteriroou, The town grader was errtployed to push the snow away from the curb, and it was after, wards loaded on totrwcks with a snowblower hauled by a tractor. The job was completed Wednes- day afternoon, Mrs. Baird Will Be loo Years on Saturday ,Congrptulatians are being of- 1fer'ed this weelc to Mrs, •Agnes Baird, of Stanley bwp, who will celebrate her 100th birthday on Saturday, Jan. 30th. Open home'wilebe held on Sat- urday afternoon- from 3 to 5 o'- clock at the Home of her son and daughter -in -am, Mr, and IMrs. Thomas B. Baird. Mrs. Baird enjoys fairly good health,, but spends most of the time in bed. Although her eye- sight and hearing are failing she is alert and is really wonderful for her age. Born in Newark, N. J„ Agnes Jane Dunbar came with her par- ents • to near Port Albert, Ashfield twt•, et the age of one year. When 19 she married the late Thomas Baird and came to lot 20, con. 2, Stanley,. on which farm she con- tinued to live until about two years ago, The farm is now occu- pied by her grandson. Stewart Baird, her husband having died in 1927, Fra number of years she was spending the summers a,t the homestead but has not been able for this the ',past two years and has continued to live with her only son, Thomas. She has been a resident of Stanley trop. 'for 81 years. Mrs, Baird is the last menalber of her familly, having been prede- ceased by her parents and two ' sisters. James T. Scott Was Former Councillor James Thompson ,Scott, well- known Seaforth resident, and for- merly of McKillopr ,twp. died sud- denly early Sunday at This home. He was born 65 yeara.ago at Rox- boro, son of the late John Scott and Christina Thompson, pioueer MoKillop. residents. Mr. Scott re- ceived his early education at Mc- Killop schools, and farmed there mita he retired to ,Seaforth in 1949. He was a veteran of •the First World War, going overseas with the 49th Battalion from Ed- monton.. He was wounded in. France in 1917. On Dec. 3, 1918, he married Ivy Dewberry of Farn- borough, Kent, England. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, and a member of the church choir for many years. Pos- sessor of a fine singing voice lie was constantly called upon to' sing at many functions in the commun- ity. He also served on the church board of managers. He was a past President of the Canadian Legion, Seaforth, and served on the Mc- Killop and Seaforth councils, Be- sides his wife, he is survived by five sons, Garden D., ulboKillop; Arnold J. and Douglas T„ Mon- treal; Robert D. and James 0., Seaforth; and one sister, Mrs. R. Barber, Saskatoon, and one broth- er, Anderson, Seaforth, He was predeceased by one brother Arth- ur, in 1943, and one sister, MTs, Isabel Novak, 1954. The remains rested at the Box funeral home, Seaforth, until 11 a.m. Tuesday, when removal was made to First Presbyterian Chureh for a service at 2 p.m. under the .auspices of the Seaforth branch of the Cana- dian Legion. Rev. D. Leslie Eld- er officiated. Burial was in Makt- liitdbank .cemetery. During the service "d'm Going Home" and ",Crossing the Bar" were sung by a quartette consist- ing of Messrs. M. R. Rennie, D. L Reid, Fred Willis and James A. Stewart, accompanied by the or- ganist, Mr. Kempster. The pallbearers were L. 11, Beattie, John Holland, Secord Mc - Brien, F. E. walls, .Geo. Hays, Hartman Hines -en Honorary pall- bearers, J. M. Scott, J. 2'. .Scott, Fred goat, Sam .Scott, William McDowell, Harold Agar. Flower - bearers, M. R. Rennie, D. L. Reid, F. riling, Alex Muir, J. M. Eckert, George Sills. C. of C. Plans Dinner Meeting The Seaforth Chamber. of Com- merce at their meeting last Fri- day evening made plansfor the annual dinner meeting whioh will be held this year on Monday, Feb. 29th. It is anticipated that a guest speaker will be on hand to explain tile' organization of town planning for industrial development and a film of trio .Santa Claus parade which was held last fall. In preparation for the meeting W. R. Smith, president, was dele- gated to eeoure a hall and cater- ers, Mervin Nett is in charge of tickets., To ensure a representa- tive attendance at the dinner, mexnbers propose to carry out an advance sale of tickets. In answer to a request from the office of the General Manager of the Mid -Western Ontario Devel- opment Association, Stratford, the Chamber re -appointed as their representative to the Association, Ross Savauge, and J. A. Stewart was named as its industrial spokesman. The annual meeting of the Association is being held on Wednesday, Feb. 1711. Mr. Sa- vauge was present at 4tlie meeting and gave an informative resume of the activities and also present- ed the financial statement. A nominating committee was named to present a suggested slate of officers for 1960. This committee is composed of Frank ,Sills, Elmer Larone and Ross Sa- vauge, Mervin Nott, treasurer informed the meeting that the Chamber had a good year. The statement showed a balance of $175.85. The meeting discussed at length some of the problems arising from recent developments; assistance given during' fairtime and also the Santa Olaus parade. The meet- ing agreed to have the incoming Agricultural Committee meet with the Seaforth Agricultural Board as early as possible to discuss con- tinued co-operation and seek new ideas that would tend to improve the fair this year. The meeting also felt that: the Santa Claus par- ade could be improved and et the same time voiced high praise to all who assisted in any way to make last year's parade such a suttees. At this point Mervin Nott presented the financial state- ment of the, combined Chamber of Commerce 'and Seaforth Lions Olub Christmas parade effort. The meeting agreed that this etate- ment should be published. Following is the statement: Re- ceipts — Lions Club (carryover) 5126.42; collections from business and industry $770,50; Lions Float Prize returned $10.00; Total re- ceipts '$906.92. Expenditure—Ad- vertising $177.06; bands for par- ade 574.00; float prizes $50.00; street lighting 5310,45; home de- coration prize $30,00; Nativity cost $86,81; gifts to County Home 551.92; Community Centre (par- ade day) $40.00; candy canes $45.- 50; films of parade $16.50; Total expenditure 5888.24 leaving a bal- ance of 518.68. BROTHER DIES L2' TOLEDO Mr. Dale Nixon attended the funeral of his . brother, William J, Nixon at Toledo, Ohio, on Wednesday. He died on Monday, Jan. 18th. Ile was a son of the late Air. and NIrs, James Nixon of Seaforth and was born at Auburn 87 years ago. Ile spent practical- ly all his life in Toledo. He is survived by one son, Addison, of Toledo, and a step -daughter, also of Toledo; and one brother, Dale of Seaforth, and four sisters,•lirs: Margaret Spain of Galt; Mrs. John Brindley of Goderioh, and Miss Minnie Nixon and Airs. Thior- enoe Smith, both of Seaforth. He was predeceased by a brother, John, and a sister, Mrs. George Constable, (Myrtle). Burial took place in Calvary Cemetery, Tole- do, 0.11io. TEEN TOWN TOPICS (Ellen Gorwill) Jan. 16: There were 256 teen- agers in attendance at this free "record hop" to commemorate the first year of operation of the Teen Town Society. We would like to thank the chaperons; Mr;: and Mrs. McDowell and Mr. and arra, 'Drennan for this dance. Those in charge of the ,music were Donald Wright and Gary Williams, Jan, 23: There were 250 present at this dance. 230,- 1960 member- ship cards have been issued, We would like to thank the chaperons Mr, and Mrs. Snowdon and Mr. and Mrs. Rawat, for this dance. The arena commission has accept- ed our contract and the Teen Town has leased the hall for the year. The Teen Town executive are desirous of making a lounge in one end .of the community cen- tre and we will be hi need of some discarded furniture. I,f you have anything that might be useful please contact any Teen Town member, The Seaforth Teen Town have agreed to let the Godenieh Teen Town members enjoy our dances everySaturday night until they can get organized. The exec- utive express their sympathy to one Of their members, James Seott,.,in the sudden passing of his father, James T. Scott. The sign board camniittee has had quotations en a new sign' board to be ,placed between the R. McMillan Heads Agricultural Society Robert E. McMillan of Mcle41- lop was elected president of Sea- fortli Agricultural Society at the annual meeting and banquet In Egmondville United ,Church on Thursday evening Last. He suc- ceeds IL W. Campbell who retires after serving four terms, The officers were elected at a directors 'meeting at the close of the evening. Other mefebere Af theexecutive are first vice area, Gordan Papple; ,2nd vice ,pies., Harold Pryce; sec: treas„ R. Jas. Wallace; auditors, R. S. McDon- ald and E. 0. ,Boswell. Directors elected for 1960.are R . W. Campbell, Harold Pryce, 3, M. ,Scott, R. E. McltIlidan, Jos. Devereaux, J. W. Crich, Oliver Anderson, Oliver Wright, Filmer Chappel, Ted 'Itelady, Ken Stew- art, tewart, '.Gordan ramie, Allister Broadfoot, Earl McSpadden (Jun- ior Farmer Director). Fred 'Peel described iris recent trip to Russia and showed ,pict- ures taken during his tele. Arthur Nicholson was presented with an Agricultural Service clip - lama, in recognition of iris many ,years of service to the society' as a dir•eltor and president. The pre- seiitation was made by Russell T, Bolton. Trophies were 'presented to Gloria Boyd, Margaret McGregor, Mill r and Bud Yeo. Strong g Repute showed that 1959 hast ,been an Outstanding year for the society, being` its first time as a 'Claes B fair and $6100 was paid out in prize money. It was also the first. i st time ituni j or fair had been held in conjunction with the Seaforth fele. 401114 ;;;; 141IIIIIIIIIIIIII,411141 ; 4 ; II llllllll llllllll lUI ll AIIU llll1111411141IIU+IIIl Ie IllUlnllll/� If you have old and discarded gold jewellery for sale — bring it in to us, and we will reward you by paying you cash. HIGHEST PRICES PAID FOR GOLD, SILVER, GOLD FILLED AND PLATINUM JEWELLERY — ALSO FOR GOLD COINS SAVAUGE'S JEWELLERY GIFTS FINE CHINA Seaforth Post Office and the Canadian Bank of Commerce. This will be a glassed in board which will be able to withstand the beatings given by the weather. PRESBYTERIAN W.M.S. The January meeting of the Sr. W.M.S. of Preebyterian Church was held at 3 o'clock on Tuesday, Jan. 26th. President, ,Miss Belle Campbell presided and opened the meeting with praise and prayer, An inspiring and timely message followed after which secretary Mrs. Russell read the minutes of December meeting and special meeting of executive earlier in the month. Roll call was respond- ed to by members giving interest- ing nteresting items from Glad Tidings. Forty calls were repeated to sick and shutins and after hearing of treasurer's report group leader, Mrs. Bell assisted by Mrs. Russell gave the opening chapter of the new study book on Africa. This proved to be a well prepared and most instructive rendering of this whole chapter which we hope to continue further through the year. Singing and prayer closed a. most interesting meeting. KIPPEN Mr. and Mrs. Van W.ierren at- tended a banquet in Blenheim on Friday evening which was spon- sored by the Thompson Brothers of Hensel]. About 50 employees and their wives were present. Mr, and Mrs. Emerson Kyle and Jim attended a family dinner party on Saturday evening at the lmme of Mr, and Mrs. Don Kyle, Zurich. Miss Judy Gridzalt spent the weekend with her grandparents Mr, and Mrs. Cliff Watson, Cent ralia, Some of the members of group two met at the home of Mrs, Har- ry Caldwell on Friday evening. 'The rest of the members will be contacted at another (late. "The Willing Workers" was chosen as a suitable name for the group, subject to the approval of the rest of the group. Winners of the games were bias. ''Morley Cooper and Mrs. Robert Upshall. Conso- lation winners were Mr. and Mrs. Alex MoMurtrie. Lunch was serv- ed. $11.21 was realized .from the collection. Mrs. Ivan Steckle o8 near Bay- field visited on Monday with her sister Mrs, E. Kyle. Mr. and 'Mrs, Emerson Kyle en- tertained on Friday evening sev- eral members of the Order of The Eastern Star sponsored by the Exeter Chapter, namely: Mr. and Mrs, Allan Fraser, Mr. and Mrs, Stan Love, Mr. and Mrs. John E, McBwan, Mr. and Mrs. Alf Mof- fatt. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Peck, air. and Mrs. Ohas. Hay, Mrs. Stewart Baird, Mr. and s, Robert Dal- rymple, Mr. RobtMr. Cooper and Mr. and Mrs. Ross Love were also guests of the evening: Mr. Art Gibson of Wroxeter visited Monday afternoon with has sister and brother-in-law, Mr, and Mrs. W. L. Mellis. DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL NEWS (J. Coyne) The holidays have come and gone and the majority of students have settled down for some bard' work in the coming term, Our spring •term exams will be in the second week of March from the 711e to the 11th, Dublin Continua- tion School sends out a hearty welcome to all of you our friends to donee to our Valentine euchre party to be held on Thursday Feb. lith in St, Patrick's Church Hall, Donald Duck isn't the only one who has learned to shear Mame. There are 20 brooms all sheared and lined up 10 the boys' gym. The big D,C,S, broomball scram. bre 4s uualer way, Three teams' share the play-offs, The ice storm wrought havoc, no doubt, but the D,,C:S, hogs got wood free of 'charge from huge branches that crashed off trees on the school awn, At any rate their goals are large and warm enough to dinnse the girls should they decide to be- come spectators, Are they boys? DUBLIN COLLEENS SEWING CLUB On Saturday, Jan. 16, the Dub- lin Colleens had a toboggan party and everyone enjoyed themselves. Then we had a potluck supper at the home of. Betty Lou Pethick. On Jan. 30th a meeting was held at the home of Pauline Stapleton when we were taught how to make .patterns for a slip and then to cut them out. A delicious lunch was served. We are to model our handi- work at the W. L meeting Tues- day night at the home of Mrs. A. Whetham. The next meeting will be held at the home of Helena Loomans where we will continue to work on our slip Mr. Toni Gasper and two sons and Tom Holland, Windsor, with Matt Murray and relatives, Mr. and Mrs Ewart Wilson and son, Kitchener, with Mr. and Mrs. Pat Ryan, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Byrne, of Hamilton with Monica. Byrne. Miss Nancy Kelly, Kitchener, MT. and Mrs. Bert Glidden and Mary and Pete Haan, Clinton. with lir. and Mrs. Fergus Kelly. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wells and family in Shelburne, 'Miss Monica Byrne in Blyth with Mrs. Tom Kelly, The Dublin P.U.C. under the direction of Charles Friend, the chairman, have installed 10 new 4 -inch double flourescent street lights in the business section of the village. It has improved the lighting a great deal and as soon as possible further new lights will be installed in the highway por- tion of the village. This is cam - mended as a major safety measure for youngsters and 'motorists alike Men of the village have work- ed together to form an ice skating surface for the children- and young people of the village, on the property of Jim Krauskogt facing the county road and Rag- lan street, Mr. and 'Mrs. Ed Dean, Debbie and Mary Helen in Hamilton. Miss Mary Sullivan, Miss Mar- garet Flanagan, Kitchener, with Mr. and Mrs. William Flanagan.. ' Mr. and Mrs. ,George Coyne in Burlington with Mr, and Mrs. John Wallington. KIPPEN The annual congregational meeting of St. Andrew's United Church, Kippen, was held Mon- day evening with a good attend- ance. A delicious supper was served by the managers. Mr. Ross Love was appointed chairman and Mrs, Emerson Kyle, Secre- tary, for the meeting. The sum of $4233.00 was raised for all pur- poses in 1909. The retiring stew- ards were: John A. Cooper, Har- old Jones, Ross Broadfoot, Wan. Coleman. Newly elected Stewards are Ralph Turner, Toni Oonsdtt, Ken McLellan, Wayne MMBride. Mr. Ross Love was appointed re- presentative to Presbytery. It was moved that all those wishing the United Church Observer should subscribe for It. Also moved that the Elders appoint a new Super- intendent due to the resignation of Mrs. John Sinclair, VARNA The Royal Scarlet Chapter of Stanley met in the Orange Hall for their annual meeting and e1- ected .bhe following officers. for 1969. W. 0., Russel Beintneli, D. 0„ Wilfred Castle, Chap„ Wilfred Chuter, Rec. Sec,, John Watson, Teat., Harold Stinson; Marshall, ist Keyes; Lect., Fred Mc- Olym.ont; 2,nd Lect., Ben Rath - well; let Cond„ Emmerson Heard, 2nd Coml., J. Harburn; Herald, Minion Heard; Sentinel, Charles Pilgrim, yfr. Lawrence Stephenson had the misfortune to fall and fracture his leg and is now confined to the C)iriton Respite!. The skating rink has been one of the most popular Mame in the, village during the past two weeks, tM.r, David Pitt, of at, John's, Nov fol r i ncllan d visited with ' his' parents, Rev, and Mrs. T. J, Pitt one day last week,