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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1946-06-20, Page 4THE SEAF()RTH NEWS Snowdon Bros., Pab3shers - - WALTON 'The •1V,M,S. of Duff's Church held their regular monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. Nelson Reid on Wed, June 12. it was decided that otic soci- ety help defray expenses of sending a delegate to Leader Training•School at Alma College this summer. Our topic for this month. was Home Mis- sions. We learued that in Canada we have 96 missions centres with a total of 201 workers. Interesting articles on The Battle River hospital in Al.' berta and. Hearst, Ont. hospital were read, We were all urged, to try to help weld all the peoples of Canada into one brotherhood of Christianity. An' artiole on a 'United Church home in Quebec was ,read. In this reading we were told how many young . people, formerly from. the ,home, had made enviable records in business and in. the service of their country. Lunch was served by the hostess and a social half hour was enjoyed by all. Mrs.J. Hinckley of Seaforth . with relatives. Mrs. M. J. McNair and daughter Sadie, of Hamilton, with relatives. Mr. Harry Clark has gone ou a trip to the west, Rev, and Mrs. M. F. Oldham were here from near Kingston. A former rector, Mr, Oldham assisted at the service at St. George's . Anglican Church Sunday, Mrs. David Watson at Brussels; Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Sholdice with. relatives. WINTHROP Death Of James B. Henderson The death occurred on June 10th in St. Joseph's Hospital at. London of Mr. James B. Henderson, a life- long resident of McKillop, in his 74th year, Mr. Henderson, who had been in failing health, had been in the hospital for four months. Born in 1873, he was the only child of the late Mr, and Mrs. George Hender- son who lived east of Grieve's bridge on the fourth concession. More than fifty years ago he was married to Miss Isabel Love of Walton, who passed away about forty years ago. Mr. Henderson was member of Cavell Church at Winthrop, and in earlier years was a member of the choir and board of managers of the church. Two sons survive, Arthur on the home farm, and Roy, of Rouyn, Quebec. Also a grandson, Larry lames Henderson. The funeral was held on Saturday, June 155th. from the. Whitney funeral hone, Seaforth. at 1:30 p.m, Rev. W. S. Patton officiated. The pall- 46300DPITEA, ALLe f EAT TRUCKTi Give your trucks com- mand over all types of reads under any wea- tier conditions with money- saving Goodyear All -Weather truck tires , . . the tires with the non-skid diamond safety tread, YOUR GOODkVEAR OEALii Seaforth Motors SEAFORTH, ONTARIO PHONE 141 ave youoee FORGOTTEN Perhaps you have put off -too rong•ihe purchase of a monument or marker for your loved one. Now is'tbe time to pay your debt 10 the memory of those who meant so much to you hut are no longer here. ' SEAFORPH SHOWROOMS are open each TUESDAY for your convenience. See )5r. Harburn for appoint- ment any other time, or phone 41 3. Exeter. T. PRYDE & SON Memorial Craftsmen Exeter Seaforth Clinton •.mow+ .....,,e, THE SEAFORTH NEWS THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 1946 "It is not what we gain, but what we give That measures the worth of the life we live." Canada's Cancer' Vlctims total 1,000 ;every' month Your co-operation and contribution can cut this figure by 65%, and humanly speaking that is good interest. Your box is at one of the following business places: Scott Habkirk Service Stn., Whyte's Produce, Tasty Grill, Beattie Bros., F. S. Savauge, Stewart Bros., Keating's Drugs, Seaforth Creamery, Routledge Grocery, Cleary's Grocery, Sproat's Grocery, Bank of Commerce, Bank Dominion, Bank Provincial; Bennett's, Walton; F,innigan''s Grocery, Bgmondville. LIONS — BRITISH WAR VICTIMS COM. bearers were Robert McClure, Oscar Cuthill, William Church, Stanley Garnham, Harvey Hudie, Robert Hill (Arthur). Initerment was in Maitland Bank cemetery, Among those from a distanee attending the funeral were Mr. Robert Hill and Melvin Hill and Marion Hill, and Mr. John Dennis,. all of Arthur. Mr, and Mrs. Lorne S. Webster, who are soon to leave their home in McKillop, were honored at a present- ation held for then). in Winthrop hall last Thursday evening where they were presented with a table lamp, a tri -lite floor lamp, tray and reflect- or. Dear Ada and Lorne—An even- ing vening together such as tonight, causes oue to unfold the scroll of time; there we see other gatherings, not in the hall, but at your home on the farm. Those were, as one would say, in the good old days, when the mer- ry makers made merry many an evening. There was never a time that your home wasn't open to any or all of us. You always made us welcome. Although your new home is not far in the distance, and you will be in constant touch with most of us, your hospitality, willingness and co-operation in lending a help- ing hand when ever needed, will be sadly missed. We are glad that you are able to take that well-earned rest and to make those days bright- er, we your friends and neighbors wish to show our friendship, appreci- ation and the high esteem in which. you are held among us, by asking you to accept these gifts in remem- brance of the happy days spent to- gether. Your friends and neighbors. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Adams and Carol Anne of Hamilton spent Fri- day with Mr. and Mrs. Sohn McClure and also visited Mr. and Mrs. Aaron YantzI. Mr. and Mrs. C. Hawley of Sea - forth with 32r. and Mrs. W. E. Haw- ley. Mr. W. 0. Hodge and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hodge of St. 'Catharines, Mr. Jack Horge of Paris, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Morey and children of Mitchell spent Sunday with Mrs. Margaret Horne and Mr. E. Haase. Mrs. Garnet Taylor, Elizabeth and Dorothea of Staffa with Mr. and Mrs. John McClure. Mrs. J. M. Gillies, Bruce, Jackie, were called to Collingwood, Monday, owing to the death of Mr. Gillie's uncle, Miss Isabel Currie is visiting in Collingwnod .attending the ,gradua- C:zn of her cousin. KIPPEN and 3Irs, Elgin .iohnauir and Hou u+. Loudon visited last week with lir. and Mrs. R. Dayman. We are sorry 'to report that Rev. Jir. Hinton is not improving as fast as his friends would like to see him, but is enduring a great deal of pain in his knee. Mr. and 21i's. W. Homey returned to their home in Exeter after spending :onto time with Bir. and Mrs. A. Gack- stetter. Miss Alice Pfaff of Exeter spent the week end with her sister. Mrs Robert Elgie. i We are sorry to report little Elaine Bell. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will ' Bell, was taken to Seaforth Hospital ion Sunday. We wish her a speedy 1recovery, Y.P.U, Hold Anniversary The altar of St. Andrew's United Church was beautifully decorated with spring flowers on Sunday, the oc melon of the Young People's union Anniversary, Rev. R. A. Brook of Hen• sell was the guest speaker at both services and delivered two very in- spiring sermons. The happy spirit of the occasion was acompanied with a tinge of sadness over the fact that Rev. Mr. Hinton, pastor of Kippen and Bills;i•een charges. has been confined to hiS bed since early in the New Year. the result of an accident to his :niee a.i,l is at present in Scott Mem- orial Hospital, Seaforth Special music was provided by the choir under the leadership of Miss Jean Ivison. Tile anthem. Conte 011 Holy Spirit was sang at the morning service. The rh.i; w.s assisted at both services by Mrs. Hess and Mrs. Redden of Hen - all. In the morning they sang the beautiful duet In the Garden with Jesus," Mrs. Redden sang a solo, God's Tomorrow. In the evening the choir chose for their anthem, Close To His Side. Mrs. Hess and Mrs. Hed- den favored with three duets "Bless This House," "Hark Hark My Soul" and "Beyond the Sunset." Mr. and Mrs. W. Alexander and John and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Diking attended the McClure -Alexander wed- ding in Georgetown recently. Friendship :Circle Holds Picnic The Friendship Circle of St. An - trews' United Church held their pic- nic on Friday, June 14, at the Lion's Club Park, Seaforth, with a hundred present. The beautifully decorated table was heavily laden with delici- ous tasties. Mrs. Ernie Whitehouse was the winner of the lucky ticket at the table and received the fountain 1 pen donated by Damm's store. Mrs. Harold Jones' group were enter- ' i tained. That group being the win- ners of the attendance points con- test during the winter. After the supper everyone enjoyed a number of games arranged by Mrs. E. Kyle, Miss Beatrice Cooper, ,and Miss Mc - Math. Prizes were awarded as fol- lows: Girls 8. yrs. and under 1st, Carol McMurtrie; 2nd, Maxine Wat- son; boys 10 yrs and under, 1st Bob Caldwell, 2nd, Grant MacGregor; Girls 12 years, 1st Gladys Chapman, 2nd Virginia McClinchey; girls race 14 and up, 1st Wilma Kyle, 2nd Mar- ion Peck; boys 14 and under, 1st Jack Caldwell, 2nd, Grant MacGreg- or; young hoys' race, lst, Roy Con- sitt, 2nd, Harold Caldwell; young ladies race, 1st, Esther McMath, 2nd Olga Chipchase; young men's race, 1st, Arthur Finlayson, 2nd, Ray Consitt: Married men's race, 1st, Bob MacGregor. 2nd, Joe McLellan; 3 -legged race, 1st Gladys Chapman and Jean Caldwell, 2nd Bob Caldwell and Grant MacGregor; wheel -barrow race, Jack Caldwell and Bob Mac- Gregor; ladies kick the slipper, 1st Grace McBride, 2nd Olga Chipchase; shoe scramble, Gladys Chapman, Jean Caldwell, Jack Caldwell Ken McLellan; 2 min race, ladies, Mrs. Harold Jones, 2nd Mrs A. Finlay- son; horse race, Mrs. Harold Jones and Mrs. A Finlayson with their driver Ernie Whitehouse. Mrs. Mer- ven Hodgert guessed the correct number of Pop corn in a bag. A vote of thanks was moved to those re- sponsible for the races by Bobbie MacGregor and a vote of thanks was moved by William Alexander' for those who entertained the west group, as follows: Dear ladies and gentlemen—In the beginning of this year some of the members of St. Andrew's gathered together and ar- ranged to meet twice a month fora' social ev_enii;,; to get better acquaint- ed. Our group was called, Friendship Circle, a name well chosen for our group became a circle of friendly people. As time went on each group giving of their talent and finding new talent, many enjoyable even- ings were spent. It was with sorrow that we heard of the accident of our pastor, Rev. Mr. Hinton, we . have missed him very much and it is our hope and player that he may soon recover and be with us again. So to- night, we gather here to celebrate in a festive way. We must think the capable leaders of each group, also the members who have helped to make each of our meetings a suc- eess. Our thanks go to our president Mrs. Carl McClinchey. who so ably organized our circle, also to :hiss McMath, who kept the attendance record. Told us Circle 4 was the winning group. So I assure you we feel like privileged guests with the splendid hostess we have tonight. We give you our heartiest thanks for the lovely supper and the good suortsnranlike manes we have shared throughout the winter and hope will continue next year. E. McBride were Mr. and Mrs. Waiter] McBride and family, Exeter,. NIr. and Mrs. Elmore McBride and son and Mr, and Mrs, Elmore Hayter and fanr- sly, of 'Varna. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Peck of Varna visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs.. Bert Peck. We are sorry to report Mrs. Thomas �, Woritman is confined tp her room through illness. We wish her a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Ferguson and' son of Elginfield and Mr. and Mrs.1 Norman Ferguson and daughter of Thames Road visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. Warren Schilbe, Mrs. Stuart Baird and sons'of Bruce-,, field visited on Sunday with her father. Mr, R. J. Cooper, ( Woods- Damm — A very pretty wedding was solemn- ized at the Evangelical Church manse in Kitchener, on Saturday, June 15th. at 3 p.m.. when Anne Marguerite Demur, only -daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Damm, of Kippen, was united in marriage to John Alfred Woods, son of Mr, and Mrs. John Woods of Buelah, Manitoba. The double ring ceremony was performed by Rev. L. H. Pletoh, cousin of the bride, who also married the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Damm, thirty years ago. The bride was attractive iu a tailored suit of nest blue gabardine with navy accessories and wore a cor- sage of Briarcliffe roses. Mrs. Alfred Pnlfuss of Walkerton. friend of the bride, was bridesmaid. and wore a grey wool suit with brown accessories and wore a corsage of American Beau- ty roses. The bridegroom was at- tended by Mr. Ralph Denim of Kitch- y'•r. brother of the bride. Following The ceremony a reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Damm, Kippen, to twenty guests. The bride's mother received in an ashen of roses crepe dress with a corsage of white carnations. Yellow streamers and candles and yellow roses and violets were attractive dining room decorations. The table was centred with a three tier wedding cake. Serv- ing were Mrs. Colin and Miss Marg- aret Pletch of Walkerton and Mrs. Norman Long of Kippen. The birthday of Mrs. Alfred Polfuss, the bridesmaid, was also celebrated. Following the reception the bride and groom left by motor for Buelah, Manitoba„ to spend a month with the groom's parents. Upon their return they will reside in Toronto, Mr, and Mrs. Cecil Dilling of Lon- don visited over the week end with the latter's parents. Mr. and Mrs. W. Alexander. Sunday visitors with Mr, and Mrs. VARNA Mr. and Mrs. Stockton of Orange, Calif,, are guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. Elliott. They expect to spend some tithe in Canada.' Mrs:. William Bell and little' daugh- ter Eileen, of Kippen, in company with Mrs. Cole, called Tuesday on the lat- ter's sister, Mrs. Beatty and Miss Mossop. Mr. and Mr's. Morrison and little child of Kitchener, accompanied by the former's mother, Mrs, L. Morri- son, also 02 Kitehener, were week end guests at the ltbme of Mr. and Mrs, M. Elliott Mr. and Mrs. Soper of StraEords- ville were week end visitors with the former's brother, Mr. Harold Solier. Mr. and Mrs, Albert Austin and fancily of Londesboro visited Sunday with the former's mother Mrs. Austin. Mr. W. Coultice has engaged for .the summer with Mr. Lee McConnell. Mrs. M. Reid, Mrs, Chuter, Mrs. Deihl, Miss Mossop and Mrs. M. G. Beatty of the W.A. of St. John's Church, attended the annual spring meeting pf the Huron Deanery held in Trivett Memorial Church, Exeter, on Wednesday. After spending a fortnight at the parental home Miss Florence Smith has taken a position at Winthrop. A large number from here at- tended the annual Webster reunion held at Harbour Park. Goderieh, on 'Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Keys of Kom- oka spent the week end at the 'tome of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Keys, Rev, L. W. and Mrs. Diehl of Tham- esville called this week at the home of Mrs, M. McClymout. • REGENT THEATRE Seaforth NOW PLAYING — THUR.S. FRI. SAT. ' "THE GREAT JOHN L" with Greg McClure and Linda Darnell This film is an arresting tale of 'a prizefighter's climb to the top N ONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY "SHE WOULDN'T SAY YES" with Rosalind Russel and Lee Bowman A Fast -Moving Comedy — Full of complications and Laughter• NEXT THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY "Because of Him" Franchot Tone Charles Laughton ' and Deanna Durban Deanna Sings — Tosti's Good -Bye — Lover - Danny Boy COMING "The Stork Club" WITH BETTYHUTTON The National Clothing Drive will be held in. Varna and community on Julie 24 and 25. Collectors have, been ap- pointed, So have your bundles ready, then on Wed.,. June 26th, the ladies are asked to come to the, Hall and help pack. Mr, George Johnson and Mr. R. M. Peck were at Port Elgin on Friday. Messrs. W. R. Stephenson, George Reid and R. M. Peck made a trip to Guelph recently and spent a day at the O.A.C. Mr. and Mrs. W. Reid, Wayne and Larry, are visiting in Sarnia, Flint, Detroit ,and Windsor this week. Mr. Broadfoot of Tuckersmith spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Hay, old Connell. BAYFIELD 11Ir, Corrie of Stratford has pur- chased the Food Shoppe of Mr. J. Robinson and took possession on Monday. Miss Volume of Kingston le a guest of Mrs. (Dr.) Volume. Mr. and Mrs. E. Weston, who are managing hte dance pavilion and picnic grounds in Jowett's Grove, have Moved to the village and have alf apartment at Mrs. J. Tom's Sr. Mr. and Mrs. N. Toots of Detroit are spending their vacation with relatives in the village. Miss F. Hasty of Detroit and Mrs. Rankin of Mount Pleasant are guests of Miss Rankin. Mr. H. Weston and family, Detroit, are spending their vacation at their cottage in the vil- ' lage. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Trout of De- troit spent the weekend at their cottage. Mr. and Mrs. J. Crane and babe of Detroit are guests of Mr. Crase's aunt, Miss E. Weston. The bridge is being 'repaired . for summer traffic. Mrs. J. W. McLeod who spent the past winter in Detroit, returned to her home last week, accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Robbins. DUBLIN St. Mary's Anglican Church, Dublin, celebrated the 78th anniversary of the building of their church at special services on Sunday, under the direc- tion of Rev. C. F. L. Gilbert. A large congregation was present to hear the guest speaker, Rev. Kenneth E. Tay- lor, OBE, who Was second in com- mand of the Canadian Protestant Chaplaincy Service in Europe. A spec- ial collection was taken for the gen- eral funds. Want and For Sale ads, 3 weeks 50c. OPEN YOUR HEART TO MILLIONS OF NEEDY Can you go warmly clad while these little ones go in rags ? Of course you can't. Then do your part to ward off the suffering and disease that stalk in the wake of war. You can help to clothe the destitute. Dig into your attics, trunks and closets now. Dig out all the service- able clothing you can possibly spare. Bundle it up for the N iF zt� L;.., EC JUNE 17 TO 29 r11 WHAT CAN YOU SPARE ON THIS LIST ? OVERCOATS TOPCOATS SUITS JACKETS PANTS SHOES DRESSES SKIRTS GLOVES CAPS PLEASE NOTE ! SWEATERS ROBES UNDERWEAR PAJAMAS BEDDING This is not a salvage collection. Please send only good wearable used Clothing — Shoes — Bedding, Etc. HOW TO SEND THEM (FOR RURAL RESIDENTS) Have your clothing donations carefully wrapped and securely tied in unaddressed parcels marked "USED CLOTHING" Your rural mail courier will pick them up any day up to the 29th of June; or you may leave at Seaforth Post Office. Please Note: Parcels must be of a size to go into mail bags. This regulation ' is for rural donations only: b Those who wish. may ridonations onations to Seaforth Freight Sheds Wed., 26th. Seaforth Town Collection Wednesday, dune 26th Place your parcels, securely wrapped and tied, on your front steps or porch, on Wednesday, June 26. A truck will pick up parcels starting at 1.30 in the afternoon. Please be sure to have your clothing donation out by this time, THE BETTER THIS ADVERTISEMENT IS SPONSORED BY THE SEAFORTH LIONS CLUB THE MORE YOU GIVE YOU FEEL