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The Seaforth News, 1948-03-18, Page 4THE SEAFORTH NEWS Mrs. R. Houston and family of Cranbrook with Mrs. Ethel Hack - well. Miss Bernice Haekwell of Strat- ford General Hospital, with her father, Joseph S. Haekwell. A large number of the young peo- ple of the village and surrounding country enjoyed their first airplane ride on Saturday, from the commun- ton, N.B. ity park. Demonstration was put .on Mr. Joseph and David Hackwell by NIr. Lane of Tuckersmith. with friends in Stratford, Mrs. Joseph Davidson and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey T'ravi's of Thos. Watson of London, with Mr. Seaforth with Mk. and ,Mrs. Ralph and Mrs. W. C. Bennett. Travis. Robert Holland of London with The Walton group of 'the W.M.S. friends, of Duff's United Church held their Mrs. Lawrence Cummings has re- regular meeting at the home of Mrs. turned home after spending several Percy Holman; with a good attend - weeks with her daughter in Merle- time. A special "Waist line" collect- , ion was taken for the purpose of raising money for the W.A. A social half hour was spent at the close of the meeting when Mrs. W. C, Ben- nett conducted several contests." Lunch was served by the hostess assisted by Mrs. Ernie Stevens- and Mrs, Robert Kirkby. The regular monthly meeting of Walton .M.S; washeldh in the W a churchb Bement on March ch 10 with a g l good attendance. The roll call was well responded to and many lovely Easter verses were given, The treas- urer requested .that any of the groups who have money on hand send it to her "so that she may for- ward it to the Presbyterial treasur- er. Mrs. S. Johnston reported that a bale valued at $68. had been for- warded to the Inter Church Council at Toronto for overseas distribu- tion. Mrs. Hazlewood stated that C. G.I.T. were making a name quilt. The theme for March was "The field is the world and the seed is the Word". The topic was taken by the eighth of Morris group under the leadership of Mrs. H. Johnston. The ladies of the group had a short dis- cussion in which ,they. told of the many difficulties encountered in bringing the Bible to the peoples in distant parts ofthe world. Hymn 253 was sung and benediction pro- nounced. Died In Alberta The funeral service for the late James D. Farquharson was held in the Provost United Church on Febru- ary 26, with Rev. E. Longmire in charge assisted by Mr. Orval Yontz. The ca.paoity of the church, was taxed to more than its limits by the large congregation who entered to pay their last respects, and the abund- SEAFORTH HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT T-IAVE ARRANGED FOR Special Evening of Education and Entertainment in School Auditorium Thurs., Mar. -25, 8.15 PAN' HEAR PROF. DRUMMOND Head of Economics Dept., O.A.C., Guelph Special Motion Pictures and other Entertainment THIS EVENING SHOULD BE OF INTEREST TO ALL FARMERS & MEMBERS OF FEDERATIONS OF AGRICULTURE , Admission Free Your presence will guide the Board in sponsoring Adult night Classes during next term i Att:ntion ! RE HOUSING QUESTIONAIRE 1, This form is NOT AN APPLICATION for rental 2. This form is only for survey purposes and persons sign- ing are under NO OBLIGATION IN ANY WAY 3. Your Council is anxious to know what houses are re- quired and desire all interested parties to complete forms immediately if you are interested in a renting 4. If homes are to be made available in 1948 complete this form AT ONCE. Extra forms available at LEGION or at CLERK'S OFFICE Minimalism iii Isms llinn.nnnnunnm„u,annuuuu"`semi,nnnuiii uu,iuinaiuuuuuniuiui, Isssisissollseselhess,ii,ian,i,,,n„an” 1'ni1111""'nim,nniiinuuimuniiunnnaiain,in,iiiunuuuiu Do You Want to Rent a HOME This notice is directed to those families in need of housing accommodation and when completed should be sent or mailed, plainly marked "Housing", to the Town Clerk, Seaforth, Ont. Name Address What accommodation do you have at present"' Why do you wish to change. Give particulars What is the size of your family') Give age and sex of children What size 'house do you require/ What rent can you afford to pay" Are you employed e Name of Employer Are you a veteran of world war II o Length of service in world war II (A) Overseas (B) Canada Cut out and use ant wealth of floral tributes, in pro- fusion, in some manner added to the display of esteem in which Mr. Far- quharson was held by anis many friends and neighbors of the Provost' community In Alberta Mrs. Otkln and Mrs. Fraser sang in duet tate beautiful hymn 'No Tears in Heaven.' The body was gently laid to rest by Messrs, Ben Myers, Campbell Lind- say, Jack Richardson, Archie Muir, Clarence Johnson and Lars Paulgaard, in the family plot at the Provost cemetery. Those :from a distance at- tending the funeral included: Mrs. C, Laubman, Alex Farquharson and Mrs. M. Gunderson, of Edmonton, Janes Duncan Farquharson, who died recently in Provost, Alberta, was. born 69 years ago on the 9th con. of Morris township, just west o2 Walton, eldest son of the late David and -Mrs, Farquharson, He spent his, boyhood and early manhood days there until he and his wife moved west to Alberta in 1914. He is survived by his with, the former Isabelle Telfer, whom he married at Walton in 1907; also by three brothers, Alex. of Edmonton, Wm. G.. and Ed. of Provost, and two sisters, Mrs. H. Lewis of Vancouver, and Mrs. C. Laubman of Edmonton. • HULLETT Mrs. John T. Knox The sudden death occurred in Wingham on March 6 of Elizabeth Florence Wheatley, beloved wife of John T. Knox, in her 54th year. About 5 o'clock in the afternoon she suffered a heart attack, passing away about 10 in the evening. Her death was a shock to her many friends. A member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Wingham, she was born in Hullett township and in 1917 at Londesboro was married to her bereaved husband, going to Wingham about 10 years ago. Be- sides her husband she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Stewart (Eileen), Jeffray, of Stratford, and one grandchild. The funeral service was held at Currie's Funeral Home, Wingham, with Rev. A. Nimmo- of- ficiating. Interment in Clinton cem- etery. The pallbearers: Warren Gib bings, Thomas Appleby, Henry For- man, William Sturdy, Elgin Josling, Oliver Lawson. McKILLOP Farm Forum Four Square, McKillop, islet Wednesday evening, March 10, at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Robert Campbell. with an attendance of 29, The discussion topic, "Do We Farm the Soill..or Mine It?" was under the: leadership of Peter Maloney. Mrs. Campbell had charge of the recrea- tional period. Progressive euchre was played with the winners being, ladies' first, Mrs. Mac Scott, consolation, Mrs, Ken Stewart; men's first, Stan- ley pomace, consolation, Mr, Mc- Taggart, Lunch was served. The next meeting was held Tues- day evening, March 16, at the hone of Mr. and Mrs, James Reyes with an attendance of 23. Robert McKercher was chairman for the discussion per- iod, the topic being "Do We Want Immigration?" Mrs. Keyes took charge of the recreational period. A .few games of crokinole were much enjoyed by aJi, prizes going 10, ladies' first, Mrs. Robert Campbell, consolation, Joan Wheatley; men's first, Robert Campbell, consolation, Guy Dorrance. The next meeting will be held Wed- nesday evening, March 24, at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Peter Maloney, with George Wheatley and Mrs. Maloney as conveners. BRODHAGEN NIt s. Elmer Tuffin and Geraldine of Toronto are spending a few weeks with her aunt, Mrs. Sophie Benne- wies. Mr, and hlis. Adam Zippel and Glen and MIs, Con Sippel of South Easthope, with Mr. and Mrs. Dalton Hinz, on Sunday. Mrs. C. Sippel is remaining for awhile. Mr, and • Mrs, Harold Jordan, Joyce and Diane of Mitehell with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fischer. NIr. Eric Schultz and Robt. Rock' of Waterloo with their parents. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Rock, Mr. and. Mrs. Eli Rapien, Mr. and MIs. Mervin Hodgert attended the funer- al of Con Schilbe at Zurich on Sun- day, afternoon, Gwendolyn Rock, Betty Jean Hinz, Leonard Rose, Glen Mogk and Robert Amstein attended- a meeting at St. Peter's Lutheran Parish hall at' Kitchener on Saturday. Mrs. Katie Hinz' is confined to Stratford General Hospital, Mr. John Meyer underwent an op- eration of hernia on Saturday night at Stratford Hospital. Mr. Earl Doyle/ Hamilton, spent the weekend with his family. Farm Forum was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fischer ontd MOl A f y evening.After, the dl - s -cussio n progressive a etc hie v � asP 1•I <V edthe prizes went to Mrs. Norman Be nnewies; Russell Sholdree, 1st; consolation, Audrey Green and Rob- ert Amstein. Refreshments and lunch were enjoyed. The next meet- ing is to be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence n e Green. Mr, and Mrs. Albert Querenges- ser, and Joyce spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Don Stanek in. Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Querengesser, Mrs._. R. Sholdree and Roger spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Querengesser, in Waterloo. Messrs Albert Querengesser and Wm. Querengesser attended the con- vention of the Bandsmen's Associa- tion in Waterloo over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Beuerman and Mr. and. Mrs. Martin Dietz of Bornholm attended the Thresher's Convention at the Hotel London, London, Ont. BLAKE Mrs, Jennie Manson of Exeter vi- sited her sister and brother-in-law; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Lamont, , last week. Miss Betty Parke has the chicken pox. The W.M.S. met at the home of Mrs. Roy Lamont on Thursday af- ternoon. Mrs. McBride gave the prayer and the topic and Mrs. Mel Elliott the devotional. Mrs. Lamont presided over the meeting. The la- dies are planning a sewing meeting for their bale soon. A dainty lunch was served. The many neighbors and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Eckel were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Eckel's father, the late Mr. Abram Eckel at Zurich where he was a pa- tient at the -home of Mr. and Mrs. Sate Ropp. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Walker of Hillsgreen and Mr. and Mrs, R. Madge and Mr. and Mrs, Ross Dick and family visited with Mr. and Mrs. H. Finlay and family one ev- ening. Mr. Mose Erb held a good sale at his farm on Wednesday last. Born—To Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Gingerich a son, at Clinton hospital on March llth. ELIMVILLE Mr, and Mrs. Charles Stephen and family visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Stephen of Woodham. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Ring of Cred- iton visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Bruce Cooper. Miss Florenc Bell, R,N„ of London spent the week end with her mother. The 171imville Choir are preparing a play entitled "Grandpa's Livin' Sis- ter." and the date will be 'set later when they will put it on. Anyone wish- ing a comedy play, get in contact with Miss Ruth Skinner. Master Billie Penhale of Winchel. sea spent Saturday with Mr, and Mrs, Ross Skinner. Several attended the Middlesex Seed fair in London last week. Several were at the box social and dance in Winchelsea school on Friday evening, CONSTANCE The Golden Link Mission Band met in the class room of the church. on Sunday, March 14th. Joyce Jew- ittread the scripture lesson. After roll call, collection was taken by Tom Whyte. The study book was given by Mrs..Millson.• HULLETT The Farm Forum of S.S. No. 1 Hullett met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Nott on Monday evening, March 15. Due to weather: conditions there were only 11 members pre- sent. The eveningdiscussion was on "Do we want more Immigration?" Next week being review night it was decided to dispose of the business for that meeting also, making this our last meeting of the season. With so few members present it was- decid- ed not to appoint a secretary until the first meeting of the following season. The rest of the evening was spent in playing euchre and 500. The lucky draw for the prizes were won by ladies, Mrs. Wilfred Glazier and Mrs. Fred Pepper. Gents, Mr. Fred Pepper and Mr. Wm, Holland, after which a delicious lunch was served by the hostess. HENSALL Hensall Institute A delightful event was held in the Town 'hall on Tuesday night when the Hensall Institute members had as their guests the ladies of Zurich Institute. On this occasion Mrs. Fred Beer and Mrs. Alex Mousseau were the hostesses. Mrs, A. Kerslake pre- sided for the opening exercises which consisted of "The Ode" and "Home on the Range" after which the president led in prayer. Mem- bers answered the roll call by the presentation of a variety of useful items for shipment overseas. In this connection Mrs, J. Sangster and Mrs. W. Parke offered to attend to packing and shipping same. Mrs. H. W. Horton and Mrs A. Mousseau, who leave shortly on their journey abroad were presented with corn pacts, while Miss Ann Tate, who is taking up residence in Seaforth, re- ceived a cup• and saucer. The ad- dress being read by Miss Gladys Luker and Mrs. A. Kerslake anade the presentations. The recipients re - THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 1848. WALTON4.1 Gr N T THEATRE SEAFORTH NOW PLAYING. In Color DOUBLE FEATURE "VIGILANTES RETURN" with Jon Hall and Margaret Lindsay The hats -riding, fast -shooting Vigilantes in n story ablaze with the fury of fighting fools. AND— 'THUNDER MOUNTAIN" MONDAY, TUESDAY — Adult Entertainment "NOCTURNE" with George Raft and Lynn Barri Ho's dynamite ready to explode—She's poison in a beautiful package — WED. THURS. . let show starts 7 p.m, —Wed. Matinee 2 pan. Evening $1.20 Admission Mat. :700 Admission "THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES" Frederick March Myrna Loy and Dana Andrews • Terosn Wright ..winner of seven Academy awards and ,ui outstanding dramatization of the rehabili- tation of threo veterans. A brilliantly played, very bump story, PRI, SAT, NEXT. „ "SOMETHING IN THE WIND". Deanna Durbin — Donald O'Connor — John Dell It's the bio oheot picture of the year—Full of swing, laughs and sighs, With six big hit -parade trines COMING— "1 WONDER WHO'S KISSING HER NOW" June Haver Marl: Stevens plied fittingly. A discussion period' followed, The sec'y read a letter from Mr. W. 0. Goodwin express- ing grateful thanks for the Legion flag donated by the Institute. It was also mentioned that when the Le- gion hall is inshape the ladies maY hold meetings there if they so de- sire. Mrs. W. B. Cross forwarded a lovely letter of appreciation referr- ing to the shower of Valentine cards she received recently. The South Huron district has chosen the District Conference . "Personality and Dress" which will be held ' in Seaforth on April 2, all interested women are welcome. Those interest- ed should be in attendance from 10 a.m. to 4 pain. Blue Cross Hospital- ization cards submitted to Mrs. Beer who will act' as group leader and at- tend to other necessary arrange: /rents.letter A of thanksreceived from Mrs. Brown referring to card sent her during her recent illness. A lovely thank you message received. from Mrs.; Walks re card received during illness. The sec'y read a let- ter of resignation from the ` presi- dent, Mrs. Kerslake, which means a great loss to the group. , , it's the story of 4,500 new and changed listings—a story of growth and development which enlarges the scope, and therefore .the value of your telephone. ' Behind this story is one which is still bigger—a story of millions of dollars being spent to add new telephones, switch- boards and buildings as quickly as possible so that you may continue to have the best telephone service at the lowest cost "You'll find roe in tile .Laski" Most people arc listed in your irk. phone hook. It saxes Bine .and annoyance to make sure ol• a num- ber by looking it up fust. Call "Information" only if thr number you seek is not listed in the book. J. M. GOODWIN, Manager THE BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY OF CANADA Start a SAVINGS ACCOUNT With Your EFUNDABLE TAX Over $50,000,000 will be available after the 15th of March to those individuals who have saved tbron h the medincn of personal income taxes paid in the ycar 1942, R,Jund cheques will be dated March 3.1st, but may be negotiated any time after receipt. Why not take this opportunity to begin building financiall security and independence? Open Savine Account today. if you already have a Savings Account, this offers you a means of increasing the balance. THE DOMINION BANK Established 1871 SEAFORTH BRANCH — E. C. BOSWELL, MANAGER