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The Seaforth News, 1948-12-16, Page 1eaforth News HURON COUNTY'8 LEADING NEWSPAPER WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 71, No. SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1948 $1 a year NEWLYWEDS HONORED I $150.00 IS FEE FOR AT RECEPTION FIRE TRUCK TRIPS Last Monday evening over 100 Tuckersrnith and district people gathered in Cardno's hall for a're- ception and dance held in honor of Mr. and Mrs. John Carnochan, who were married recently. The couple were presented with a ' beautiful chesterfield, and a fitting presenta- tion speech was made by Mr. Well- ington Crich. Mr. Crich stressed the ▪ need of young people staying on the 'farm and said that all those gathered there would be proud to be neighbors of the newlyweds. SEAFORTH YOUNG P. C. " SPEAKS IN GUELPH Clare Westcott;,Director of Or- ganization in this district for the Young Progressive Conservative As- sociation, spoke to:a group of Young Tories in Guelph, last night. Stressing the theme organization he said, than too much time and en- ergy cannot be spent in efficient planning in . connection 'with the coming Federal Election. "Sporadic spectular efforts a few weeks -before election are no longer adequate", he said, "To protect our- selves, our party and above all, our country, we must work and work hard the year round. - "These planners of our economy, the 'C.C.F or = National Socialists, • schemingfrom within the ranks of labour, temperance and so called "Peace" Councils would give us if elected to govern from Ottawa a government second to none in elec- torial bureaucratic muddling", he said. The meeting was under the direc- tion of the Y.P.C. of South Welling- ton and was held in the 'Common Room at. the Y.W.C.A. ENGAGEMENT The engagement is' announced of ' Beulah Estella, daughter of Arthur Glanville and the 'late Mrs. 'Glan- ville, of Usborne, to John Colin, son of M. and Mrs. Charles MaeEay of .Tuckersmith. The marriage to take place the end of December. FAMOUS • Reading Briquets HARD COAL, Burns completely 4 E.L.BOX ▪ PHONE 43 & 18 Northside United Church Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister. Christmas • Services: • 10" a.m., Sunday School 11 a,m., 'For whom did the Angels sing?" Music by the senior and jun- ior choirs. 7 p.m., "Good Tidings of Great Joy." Music by the senior and jun- ior choirs. Presentation of Missionary Offer- ings. Welcome to these 'services. Anglican Sunday, Dec. 19 St. Thomas', Seaforth: S. S. 10 a.m. Services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. St. Mary's, Dublin: Services at 3 p.m. All services by Mr. William Jones, Huron College,: London. The Christmas party for the child- ren will be on Tuesday, Dec. 121st. Christmas Day Holy 'Communion will be celebrated at 8 a.in. by Rev. LaVerne Morgan of Bayfield. m Egondville United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A., B.D. 10 a.m.,. ,Sunday School. 11 -am., "The Wise Men", 7 p.m.,. "The Message of the Angels' Song". C.C.F. MEET HERE C.C.F. 'monthly meeting was held in Seaforth library Dec. 8. Members from Exeter, Brucefield, Clinton•and surrounding Seaforth. Several sub- jects were dealt with and discussed. Arrangements are being made to have a bingo and dance at Hensall in the very near future. INSTITUTE NOTES The Seaforth W. I. has decided to have a dance on New, Year's Eve in Cardno's Hall, with Kno'ck's"Orchest- ra. Full particulars next week. JAMES RAC HO FUND CONTRIBUTIONS R. ,Scott.$1.00; Wilfred Scott $5.; Dr. Stapleton $10.00; Charlie Siris 11.00; John E. Carter $2.00; John F. Bell $1.00; Frank Coleman, sr., $1.; Stewart Dale $1.00; Bernard Nott. $1.00;. Wm. Leeming .50; Anthony Appleby $1.00; Wm. McDowell $2,; Ross McDonald .65; Harold Ager 12.00; .Oliver Wright $2.00; Russell Dallas $2.00; James Soutor $1.00; John Broadfoot $1.00; Gordon Rich -I ardson $5.00; Wallace Haugh $2.00; Mack Chesney $2.00; Edgar Allen 13.00; George McCartney $3.00; D. J. Cronin .50; Wm. Dorsey .75; Jack Cronin $1.00; Albert Cronin $1.00; James McQuaid $1.00; Vincent Lane $1.00; Angus Kennedy $2.00: Lewis Kennedy $1.00: Les McKenzie '$2.; Wm. Devereaux $12.00; Harvey Racho $1,00;•'T)., Racho $1.00; Roy Brown $1.00, • Seaforth Town Council' at its final meeting. for 1948 held in the council chamber Monday evening decided to charge $150 when the fire brigade and truck were called upon to assist in the surrounding townships, sub- ject to certain stipulations. Mayor M; 'A. Reid presided. Pre- sent were Reeve Sills and Council- lors Close, 'Teal], Keating, McMaster, Christie, Ross. Mr. Norman Scoins, who was elected last week to the 1949 council, attended the meeting. ;Minutes of the November regular and special• meetings were read and adopted. The special meeting dealt with the re -location of the Seaforth Produce plant which was burned, also with special assessment rebates and other matters. Councillor Keating pointed out that there was no public liability in- surance on the fire truck in case it struck some person or another veh- icle. Fire Chief D'Orleon Sills present- ed his report for the year. Most im- portant fire had been at the produce plant, with a loss of $8,500. on which the insurance had been $5,200. The fire chief suggested that the firemen's waterproof coats be stored in the fire truck, where they would be always quickly available when needed. Reeve Arthur Nicholson and Coun- cillor Harold Jackson of Tucker - smith conferred with council con- cerning fire protection. Reeve Nicholson said Hensall had agreed to look after the south end of the township. Clinton was consid- ering looking after the west part. He asked if Seaforth would look after Egmondville and the balance of the township. Reeve Nicholson said Tuckersmith council would like to have definite offers to present to the ratepayers at the nomination meeting on De- cember 27. • Reeve Sills: "Did you ever consid- er buying your own pumper?" Reeve Nioholson: "No. Where would we keep it?" , Reeve Sills: 'At Brucefield." Reeve Nicholson: "It would have to be kept near the red tavern corn- er or else in our shed at Egmond- ville." There'..was much • .general discus- sion concerning the town pumper at- tending rural fires. It was said the pumper with hose and equipment had cost the town over $10,000, and might be damaged on a .trip to the country. Mitchell pumper had been clogged with gravel while at a rural fire and repairs had been expensive. Reeve Sills said: "The pumper be- longs to the town. What happens if there was a fire in town while the pumper was in the country or any- thing happened to it while away?" The city of Brantford was said to have a special pumper that went to rural fires. It was only useful how- ever when water could be obtained from the river. .Councillor Christie said the vil- lage of Moorefield had agreed to pay Palmerston fire brigade -$350 for every call. Reeve Nicholson said little could be done when a barn caught fire. They wanted protection mainly for Egmondville. Fire Chief D. Sills said he bad read about a township which had a gas truck that was kept filled with a thousand gallons of water which was taken to fires. He thought this would be a great help. Councillors suggested that Eg- mondville join Seaforth. Reeve Sills said ,he remembered that Egmond- ville was going to come in at the time of the ICruse fire. — Reeve Nicholson suggested Eg- mondville might be more willing af- ter the county assessment. • Harold Jackson said Tuckersmith wanted to know if they would come to fires, and how much it would cost. Reeve Sills: "It would be cheaper tohave your own truck. This is ,an old question. VanEgm.ond built the old woollen mill with two windows in ,Seaforth to get fire protection and electric light." The question was asked whether the underwriters would allow the truck to go out of town,. Before the Tuckersmith delega- tion left, Councillor Teall suggested that Seaforth council could talk things over and let them know. In the discussion that followed Mayor Reid pointed out the town was answering calls and not getting paid, He predicted they would continue to answer calls. He thought they should come to same arrangement with the townships. . Councillor Close suggested a charge •of $150 for each call, and pay for the men. Clinton and Seaforth had not been paid for the fire call at Brucefield. Water supplies in Egmondville were discussed. Councillors decided to make a charge of $150 for each call and $50 an hour after the first hour. Calls would not be over five miles, and subject to written agree- ments With interested municipalities. Council passed a motion setting Dec. 27 as boxing day. Council increased its grant to the Lions Club from -$75 to $100. Reeve Sills made suggestions for operation of the town dump. The ,following tenders were re- ceived for the collection of garbage: George Munro $4100; Jake ,,Broome $2400; Wilson Hawkins $4200; Gus Johnson 82500; J. R. Burns $i2200; John Regier (one man and :one truck or team) $50 a week; (two 'men and NEW GOSHEN CHURCH IS DEDICATED Sunday, Dec. 12 was a memora'bl'e day for the congregation and the friends of Goshen United Church when their efforts and their hopes were rewarded by seeing the comple- tion and the opening of their bean - fife]. new church. The new building is of red brick with basement, toweF and belfry and bell, is modern: rn lighting and heating, has a very'. at- tractive appearance and is a credit to the congregation and the contract or, Mr. Ivan Kalbfleiseh'of Zurich. It replaces the frame building which was known as "The little white Church", which has stood the storms and served: the community for almost four score years. It stood at .the cross-roads, an old 'land -mark', 'a guide, to the weary traveller passing by and -but more important still, it stood as a guide to the traveller. 00. life's pathway, the weary discourag- ed traveller, pointing him to the cross, to the Saviour of the • world and to the 'home prepared beyond the river. Many and sacred are the memories connected with the old 'House of God', but all these. and more will be incorporated in the beautiful new House of God, built with considerable sacrifice, but free- ly and gladly given for the glory of God and the advancement of His Kingdom. The opening services were largely attended, many of the friends corn- ing for quite a distance to be pre- sent. The minister, Rev. (Miss) Reba Hern, presided, and tribute was paid to her by the visiting ministers for the wonderful leadership she has given. Rev.,W. A. Beecroft of Whig - ham, chairman of Huron Presbytery was preacher at the morning seiviee. The subject of his address was "The revelance of the Church". He stress- ed the fact of the• church being an important factor in giving us a sense of God and of God's presence.'. He officiated in the service of dedi- cation which was very impressive.. He also brought cordial greetings. frons Huron Presbytery to the Goshen, congregation. The speaker at the evening ser- vice was Rev. R. B. Cumming of Lu - can, Secretary of London Confer- ence. His theme was "Building to the glory of God", he said Solomon in his day built the temple to the glory of God. Goshen, in 1948 built to the glory of -God. His helpful address will not soon be forgotten. On the platform and assisting with the services were a number of the neighboring ministers, including Rev, Mr. Bechler of Zurich; Rev. J: R. Peters of McKillop; Rev. A. Hinton of Kippen and Rev. E. R, Stanway of Brucefield. The music for the services was led by the local choir with Mrs. Bruce Keys at the organ. The singing of the old familiar hymns was an in- spiration to all. The choir sang, "The Church marches on", and Praise ye the Lord". Duet by Mrs, E. Hayter and Miss Phyllis McBride, "Jesus reaches out His Hand". Duet by Mrs. E. Keys and Mr. R. Robinson, "Close your heart no more". Quartet by Mrs. Robt. Peck and Mrs. Harvey Keys, Mr. R. Robinson and Mr. A. Keys, "There's no Rock like the Rock of Ages". Solo by Rev. A. Hinton, "Open- the gates of the Temple". W. I. SOCIAL The Seaforth W, i. held their De- cember social on Thursday, Dec. 9 in Cardno's ball. There were 28 tables playing euchre, The prize winners were ladies mat games, Miss Dorothy McClure; rone hands, Mrs. Bob McLachlan; consolation, Mrs, George Reeves. Men's most games, bir. Bert McClure; lone hands, Mr. Dave nipple; consolation, Mr, Ross Murdie. The members serv- ed lunch and Ken Wilbee's orchestra supulied music for dancing. ST, THOMAS' CHURCH GUILD On Tuesday of this week the Ladies" iGuild of St. Thomas' Church held its regular meeting. Mrs. Me - Gavin, the president, opened the meeting with the Episti`e for St, Thomas' Day followed by prayers for the parish and the Lord's Prayer in unison. Eleven members answered the roll . call, three having attended all meetings during the year, The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Treasurer's re- port was most gratifying. The re- ports of various committees were dealt with and the , yearly amount voted to the wardens and a donation to the memorial window fund. Re- pairs on the Rectory were discussed and work to be undertaken while it is vacant. The annual meeting will be held on Jan. 11. After the dedi-: cation of the offertory the President closed the meeting with the bene- diction. ene- diction, VARNA Lloyd Keys spent Wednesday in Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs, Lloyd I{eys and family spent Thursday in Mitchell. Lloyd and Clifford Keys spent Friday in Toronto, also attended a business meeting in the Parliament Buildings. , trucks or teams) $3500. Conned left final decision for next year's council. At the close of the meeting Mayor Reid spoke a few words of apprecia- tion during his term as mayor. He said Councillor Keating, who would sucoehd him was well qualified. Dur- ing his thirteen years in council there had always harmony and co- operation. PENDANT 8350 ••.`o� . 13415 $5750 ? dMt ISL i L THE PROUDEST NAME IN G2sotela S5 875 tho A handsome W.te.Rosist wa h wlth'map.ueond Met 6899! 16750 S92S0 ' S150oe Other suggestions include BILLFOLDS, PEN & PENCIL SETS, CLOCKS, SILVERWARE, GIFT NOVELTIES ETC. SAVAUGES' - Jewellery Watches Fine China Expert Watch Repairing —t S1045o W. I. HOLDS CHRISTMAS PARTY The 'Seaforth Women's Institute held their Christmas party on Mon- day evening Der. 13 at Thornton hall the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. F. Scott. There were a large number of members, their families and friends present. The members brought gifts which will be sent to a Children's Home for Christmas. The Institute Ode and Lord's prayer in unison opened the meet- ing. The President, Mrs, John Hille- r was echt w s ur the chair Mr. •. S am Scott led in community singing;. Mrs. Walker Hart read the origin of the Christmas carols. Mrs. Elmer Cam- eron played The Bells of St Mary's, with variations. The story of Christ- mas around the World, was read by Mrs. Gordon nipple. A solo "In the garden of Toamrrow" was sung by Jr. Jas. T. Scott with Jas. M. Scott at the piano. Ruth Ann Crozier played two piano numbers "Silent Night" and "Long, long ago". "Sleep, Jesus Sleep" was sung by Betty Goethe and 'If your heart keeps right" by little Nancy Pepper. A duet was sung by Betty Goudie and Margaret Grummett "The holly and the Ivy". 'Mrs. Paul Doig gave a reading "Mary speaks for the Inn keeper". The Misses Stena and Mina Van Middegaal sang their national anthem. and a Christmas anthem in their native language. Mr. Sam Scott gave two selections "On the Road to Mandalay" and "Waltzing Mathilda". A juggling.act was given by Stena and Mina Van Middegaal which was well applauded .by the audience. Master Robert Scott sang 'The Wal- loping Window Blind"; Douglas Scott sang "Away in a Manger" and Douglas and. Jimmy Scott sang "Sil- ent Night"., Mr. Walker Hart favored with two numbers "Annie Laurie" and "When you and I were young Maggie". A duet was given by Mr. Jas. T. -Scott and Mr, Anderson Scott "Mr. Wertz Goat". A series of moving pictures were shown by Janes M. Scott. Mrs. Paul Doig moved a vote of thanks to the host and hostess and those taking part. Also a welcome was given to Mr. and Mrs. Van Middegaal and family, new residents in our community. A delicious lunch was served. Af- ter singing "Merry 'Christmas to all" the National Anthem brought the meeting to a close. KIPPEN EAST The December meeting, of the K.E, W.I. was held at the home of Miss Grace Tremeer on Wednesday after- noon December 8th with a good at- tendance present. Mrs. Alex. :Mc- Gregor acted as co -hostess and Mrs. Glenn McLean presided. The meet- ing opened by singing the hymn "0 Come all ye Faithful" followed by, the Institute' Ode and Lord's Prayer in unison. Our topic took the fors of a story of Christmas in other lands, given by the following: Neth- erlands, Mrs. A. Finlayson; Austral- ia, Mrs, J. Sinclair; England, Mrs. E. Whitehouse; Estonia, U.S.A., Mrs. Alex McGregor. A pleasing Christmas setting Which had been prepared by Mrs. T. Kay and Mrs. J. .McNaughton was on display and described by Mrs, T. Kay. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted and Mrs. Glenn McLean gave a report on the executive meeting held at her home in November. Dances are to.be held throughout the winter as in former years. The group on the 4th are in charge of the first dance to be hold on December 29th in Hensel] Town hall, Beginning in January a contest will be held, points to he given for attendance, new members, and an- swering the roll call. The captains are Miss Grace Tremeer and Mrs. Eldon Jarrett. Lo.ing side is to Imo - sent program ata banquet to be held at the end of year. A card of thanks Was read frour Mrs A. Varier ?or the box sent her, and Mrs. W. Broad foot also thanked the Institute for fruit sent her. A letter was read from Gorrie re a motion to be pre- sented to the County Council to pur- chase antiques being sold at Luck - now and keep them as a County Mu- seum. Christmas music was in charge of Mrs. B. Peck and she contributed a delightful piano solo and Mi:s. N. Long rendered a nleasing vocal solo accompanied by Mrs. R. Broadfoot. The roll call (If I had time and means at Christmas time I would like to) (use your imagination) was an- swered one hundred per cent. A vote of thanks was tendered to Grace and to all those taking part in the pro- gram, The meeting -closed by singing the national anthem and Santa appeared and distributed presents to all the children. A dainty lunch was served by the committee in charge with ice cream as a special treat for the day. WINTHROP The W.M.S. and W.A. of Cavan. Winthrop, held their atinual meet- ing on Wednesday, Dec. lst in the schoolroom of the Church. The meet- ing opened with quiet music and a moment of silent prayer. Mrs. Ther- on Kettles presided for the worship period. The pianist was Mrs. K. Beattie. The themeofthe meeting was "The Christian World at the feet of Christ". The scripture les- sons were read by Mrs. W. Dodds. Readings were given by Mrs. H. Dol - mage and .Mrs. 1i. Blanshard, The study book was taken by Mrs. W. Church. The roll call was answered by 23 ladies. The slate of officers' for 1949: Hon. President, Mrs. Peters; Pres., Mrs. Russel] Bolton; lst vice, Mrs. E, Toll; 2nd vice, VIr's. G. Smith; sec'y, and press sec'y,, Mrs. W. Church; christian stewardship see'y, Mrs. 17. Toll; temperance seer, Mrs. R, McFarlane; community friendship sec'y, Mrs.. R. Dodds; missionary monthy sec'y,.' Mrs. E•I; Blanshard; supply sec'y, Nlrs. A. Chambers; W. A. treas,, Mrs, E. Hawley; W.M.S. treas., Mrs. A. Somerville; captains and assistants: Circle 1, Mrs. T. Bet- ties, etties, Mrs. K. Beattie, Mrs. H. mage; circle circle 2, Mrs. L. Bolton, Mrs. W. Campbell, Mrs, Wm. Little; cir- cle 3, Mrs. W. Alexander, MIS. W. Montgomery, Mrs. Les Pepper; cir• - cle 4, Mrs. R. McClure, Mrs, A. Al- exander; key woman for study book, Mrs. W. Church: mission band Supt. andassistant, Mrs. W. Dodds and Mrs. R. Davidson; visiting corn., Ethel McClure, Mrs. Jno Pryce, Mrs. Lorne Elliott and tits. Jno Beattie. flower cam., Edith Blanshard, RomaJohnston, Mrs. Jno. Kellar and Mrs, Geo. Bernard. manse com., Mrs. H. Alexander and Mrs. 'VSommerville; organist and assistant, ;•'Its. Frank Johnston and Mrs. Joe Little. HULLETT. S.S. No. 6 held a very successful Xmas concert on Saturday night with their music teacher, Mrs. Wondorf, ]n attendance. The pupils and their teacher, Mrs, Colson, are to .lie con- gratulated on the fine program. Miss Mary Reid of Harlock .pint a few days with her niece Mrs. Wnr. Rogerson of Tuckersmith. On the occasion of Mr. Wm. Cart- er's 83rd birthday, he with Mrs. Carter entertained at a duck dinner for the family. Mr. and les. Watson Reid of Blyth and "Mr. Hugh Camp- bell of Walton were among those present. The Fire -Side Farm Forum on the 8th met on Monday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Hog- gart with twenty members present. After the discussion period progres- sive euchre was enjoyed. The mein- bear decided to dispense with the next gathering as S.S. No. 11 ,are holding their Xmas concert next Monday night. As Londesboro has entered two tear is in the W O ;H.A., an Intermed- iate C., the B.A's and a midget, the men are busy preparing their open- air rink and club house, preparing for the coming hockey season. 'BLAKE The Blake School are holding their Christmas concert on. Tuesday evening, December 21 at 8 •p.m. Everyone welcome. - The W.M.S. was held at the hoarse of Rev. Reba Hern at Varna, on Thursday afternoon. NIrs. Roy Mc- Bride was in charge of the Christmas programme, each member taking a part in the service of the 'candle - lighting. A dainty Christmas lunch was served.. Mrs, Archie Mustard and son Brian of Brucefield spent a couple' of days in this vicinity. The many friends of Mr. Peter Gingerich, Who has been suffering -Flyn rheumatic arthritis, and was in the Clinton Hospital, was able to re- turn to his home the past week. Many from this community attend • - ed the opening of the new Goshen United Church, on Sunday.