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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1947-04-03, Page 1he S HURON COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER WHOLE SERIES; VOL. 70, No. 13 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 1947 81 a year SPRING -TIME Springis come, don't you worry. Nature's never in a hurry, In the woodland, lawn and lea, Life is stirring, waitand see. Frost and snow will disappear, Binds are coming, someare here. A nit showers, we wind and Sun, God's great mitocic begun. Trees will wear a new Spring dress, Colors will be green, I guess, Fragrant flowers will scent the air, Pont you think it'sworth a prayer.. Spring le coming, spring is here, Days are longer. skies are clear, All for you, and all for me, Stop complaining—all is free. —JOHN BEATTIE MRS. JOSEPH HENDERSON HAS 95TH BIRTHDAY Mrs. Joseph Henderson. celebrated her 95th birthday on March 22 at the home in Mc3Cllop, living with her only daughter Elizabeth. Mrs. Hend- erson is the former Isabella Scott, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Scott, Burnside Farm, McKillop. She is the last member of a family •of three boys and eight girls, is quite active and enjoying fairly good health. Being of a very jovial disposition, she spent a pleasant afternoon with rela- tives and neighbors who called to offer congratulations. ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED Mr. and Mrs. Baden Powell, Eg- mondville, wish to announce the en- gagement of their younger daughter Phyllis Jean, to Archibald Russell, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Phillips, Dungannbn. The wedding to take Place quietly the latter part of April. Place your order now for Syrup Coal WE ALSO HAVE Nut Stove & Egg Anthracite also Buckwheat & Pea Hamilton Coke Reading Hard Coal Briquettes Olga Pocahontas Steam Coal E. L. BOX PHONE 43 Northside United Church Rev. 1i, V. Workman, Minister. Easter Services. 10 a.m., Sunday School. 11 a.m,, "Easter Believing without Seeing". Senior and Junior Choirs. 7 p.m., "Hast not Thy Heart within Thee Burned?" Special Easter music. Welcome to these services. Egmondville United Church Rey. A. W. Gardiner, B.A., B.D. 10 a.m,. Sunday School. - 11 arm., "The Risen; Reigning Saviour". 7 p.m„ "The Conquest of Death". Anglican St. Thomas' Seaforth Good Friday, April 4th. • 10:30 a.m. Scripture readings and Address. Easter Day. April 6th. S a.m., Holy Communion, 10 am., Sunday School. 11 a.m., Holy Communion and. Serinon. 7 p.m., Evening Prayer and Ser- mon. St. Mary's, Dublin. Good Friday, April 4th. Service at 3 p.m. Easter Day, April 6th. 3 p.m., Holy Communion and Sermon. The Rector, Rev. C, .F. L. Gilbert, B.A., at all services, - First Presbyterian Church 11 a.m., Public Worship, The Sa- crament of the Lord's Supper will be celebrated. 7 p.m., Public Worship, The min- ister will preach: Members will note that no cards are being distributed for this Com- munion Service. FUNERAL OF MRS. H. FORSYTH The funeral of the late Mrs. Henry Forsyth was held Thursday afternoon, March 27, from her late residence in Egmondville, Rev. A. W. Gardiner officiated. Members of the Egmondville Church cher sang the hymn "What a Friend 'we have in Jesus". Interment was in Egmond- ville cemetery. The pallbearers were Roy McGonigle, Andrew Houston, James Hay, Roderick MacLean, Thos,. Robinson, Harvey Moore. BAYFIELD Death of Fernier Resident of Bayfield Mr, P, Biggart died et his home in Toronto on Sunday, March 23. Mr. Biggart was the youngest son of John and Agnes Biggart of Bayfield, and was born in.Beyfield sixty years ago. He leaves to mourn leis loss one sis- ter, Mrs. B. Baker of Toronto; and John, Tofonto, Charles, Vancouver. Mr. F. Erwin and Mr. E. Sander of Kitchener spent Tuesday in the village. Mr. Maynard Corrie and family have moved into the home of the late Mr. G, Atkinson. Miss Janet Manson is spending Eas- ter in London with friends, Mr. and Mrs. L, Makins were in. Toronto last week attending the Hair Dressers' convention. Mies Danville of Saskatchewan is a guest of her cousins, Mr. and Miss L. Greer. Women's Institute News The invitations have gone out for the Golden Jubilee Banquet on April loth. It has been, the endeavor of the banquet committee -to send invitations to all persons who have ever been members, of the Institute since its inception in 1928. If tilnere have been any omissions, please contact Mrs, Leslie McClure, phone 320w; or Mrs. Paul Doig, phone 662-1•3. The Women's Institute is catering to the Legion Dance on April 11th, and there will be a meeting of the members in the small room of the library basement at 3.30 p.m. on Sat- urday, April 5th, to appoint a com- mittee t0 look after this matter. This meeting will be of short duration and' as many members as possible are requested to look in on it. Don't forge t the Easter Monday dance in Cardno's Hall with Ranch Boys orchestra in attendance. The Historical Research committee has received an inquiry regarding 1Srilliam Cash who settled on the 2nd Concession of McKillop (Roxboro) about 1840. Wm. Cash had two broth- ers, Edward and John: Edward was in business in Harpurhey as early as 1851. Anyone having old papers, let- ters, or photographs of this family will please contact Mrs. Paul Doig, phone 662-r-3. HART-CHESNEY The marriage of Margaret Elan - belt, second daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Harry Chesney. to Kenneth Wilson, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hart, Seaforth, was solemnized •on Satur- day. March 29th, at the Egmondville United Church parsonage, Rev. A, W. Gardiner officiated, The bride wore white jersey with metallic trim. Her bouquet was red roses, and she also wore the groom's gift, a string or pearls. The bridesmaid, Miss Lpis Dunlop, of Galt, cousin of the groom, wore coral pink jersey with silver trim, and her bouquet was pink roses, The groom was supported by the bride's brother, Pearson Chesney. The groom's gift to the bridesmaid was a silver cream and sugar, to the groomsman a gold cameo tie pin. A buffet lunch was served at the hone of the groom's parents. Later the young couple left on a trip to Galt and Flint, Mich., the bride travelling in a blue dress with blue top coat and black accessories: On their return they will reside in Seaforth. • McKILLOP W.M.S. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. and 'W. A. of D.uff's United Church,. MoKiliop, was held at the manse on Friday afternoon, March 21. The theme was, "Fulfill- ing our Church membership in Christian Stewardship.' Mrs. William Shannon presided and opened the meeting with hymn 86. The Lord's prayer was then repeated in unison, after which hymn 416 was sung. The roll call was answered by a'favorite hymn. Mrs. Alex Smith, 2nd vice- pres., conducted the business period in the absence of the W,A.. presi- dent, Mrs, Geo. Campbell. A letter of appreciation from Mrs. Watson was read by the secretary. Mrs Janes Kerr and Mrs. R. M. Scott were appointed delegates to attenc the Huron Presbyterial to be held in Exeter, April 24. A Christian Stew- ardship reading was given by Mrs. C. R. Henderson. The topic, the last chapter of the :study book "India at the Threshold' was ably taken by Mrs. Chester Henderson, Mrs. Gordon MacKenzie Mrs. John Gordon, Mrs. Robert Campbell and Mrs. Alex Smith pre sented as a panel discussion, a meet- ing of the National Christian Coun- cil of India. Mrs. John Gordon offered prayer and Mrs. R. N. Dorrance closed the. meeting with a solo benediction. MELVIN McPHEE The death of Melvin. McPhee, occurred Sunday after three days of illness. He was born in Lucan 75 years ago. He married Letitia Dun- can in Clinton in 1903. In his early life Mr. McPhee was a cabinetmaker in the Canada Furniture Co. He was a member of the United Church of Canada. For many years Mr. Mc-. Phee was a. member of the Seaforth. Highlanders Band. Surviving are his wife and one ,daughter (Gladys) Mrs. C. A. McAlpine of Harrow. Funeral services were held from the family home on Louisa street at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, with Rev. H. V. Workman officiating. Pallbearers were Arthur Dick, Alex Mitchell. John Bell, Arnold Case, Frank Fin- nigan and D. L. Reid. Interment in Maitlandbank cemetery. ' JAMES BARRON There passed away about 1 o'clock Wednesday morning, April 2, William James Barron after an ill- ness of -thirteen weeks. Born 82 years ago at lot 16, con.7, McKillop he had been e, lifelong resident of this vicinity. He fanned in Mcldillop until retiring to live on Goder'ich street. East, Seaforth. 29 years ago. He was married to Harriett Dale Campbell at Walton 19 years ago and continued to reside in Seaforth ever since, Besides his wife he is survived by a stepson, George Camp- bell, McKiillap. The funeral will take place on Friday afternoon, April 4. at 2 p.m., from 0, A. Whitney's Funeral Chapel, conducted by Rev. H. V. Workman of Northside United Church. Interment will take place in Mai'tlantibanlc cemetery. a KNITTING PLANT TO LOCATE IN SEAFORTH A representative of the R. M, Bal- lantyne Co. of Stratford, was in Sea• forth on Wednesday and stated that firm plans to open a branch plant in Seaforth in the very !rear future. They are advertising for 25 girls. It is expected the knitting plant will be located ina store building on Main Street. USE MAPLE SYRUP MADE 28 YEARS AGO Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Kay and son Don of Clinton spent Sunday, March 23rd at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Armstrong and family of Stan- ley Township. At dinner they had the unique experience to open a jar of maple syrup made twenty-eight years ago on March 19, 1919, by the late Robert Armstrong, a former resident of Stanley and later of Clinton. Mr. Ralph Stephenson, who wsa a brother-in-law of the late Mr. Armstrong, and is eighty-five years old, was also present. While the syrup had lost much of the maple flavor it had lcept well. MANY ROADS STILL BLOCKED BY SNOW Many country roads are still blocked with snow after last week's storm. The last stretch of the county road beween Seaforth and Walton was being opened on Tuesday. Resi- dents of that village, which was snowbound for days, have been driv- ing 26 miles, via Blyth and Clinton, to reach Seaforth. LADIES' AiD MEETS On Tuesday of this week the Ladies' Aid of First Presbyterian Church held their April meeting in the basement of the church with an attendance of forty. Meeting opened with president in the chair. The pre- sident read two poems; "Our Duty" and "The First Easter Day". follow- ed with prayer. Reports were read and approved. A special collection was taken for British Relief. Mrs, Frank Kling favored with two beau- tiful Easter hymns "There is a .Green Hill," and "The Old Rugged Cross". Our guest speaker, Miss Winnifr•ed Savauge, gave a most ex- cellent and interesting address on Hasid Weaving and Its History. Everyone was given an opportunity to examine the finished products, which showed how well she has mastered the art. Hymn 209. was then sung. Closing prayer by Mrs.' John Daley. Refreshments were then served by the social committee. SERENADE IN M FLAT The following poem is furnishedl. by Nil's. C. IP. L. Gilbert, St. Thomas' Rectory, and was "copied from a clip. ping found in a little purse—the date about 1375—and found among some old keepsakes of my mother's." Tn a volume of poems, "Songs of Singular- ity," by the London Hermit, recently publish- ed in England is the fns lowing specinn"n of alliterative verses. They nue supposed to he a. Serenade in Ai flat, -auto by Maier Marina - duke Muttonhead to Mademoiselle .Madeline Menders :--. My Madeline! My Madeline! Mork mymelodious midnight banana; Much may my melting music mean. My modulated monotones. - My mandolin's milds minstrelsy, My mental music magnsine, My mouth, my mind, my memory, Must mingling .murmur, "Madeline," Muster 'mid midnight masquerades, Mork Moorish maidens, matrons' mien, 'Mongst Mureins mast majestic !milds, Batch me any matchless Madeline. Mankind's malevolence may make Much melancholy music mine; Many my motives may mistake, - - My modest merits much malign, My Madeline's most mirthful mood Much mollifies my mind's machine; Sry mournfulness's magnitude Melts,—makes - me merry, Madeline! Matchmaking ma's may machinate, Manoeuvring misses 'me miswean Mete money may make many mate. My magic motto's — 'Madeline!" Melt, most mellifluous melody, Midst Murea's misty mounts marine. 01551 me mid moonlight marry me. Madonna, mini — my Madeline. ST. COLUMBAN There passed away on March 21, at the home of his daughter at St. Coi.umban, Dominic Reynolds, in his 91st year. His death resulted from a stroke. Born in Hulett twp. Nov. 18, 1856. he farmed most of his life near Clinton. In 1918 he moved to Egmondville but since 1936 has made his home with his daughter Mrs. John McIver. On Jan. 23, 1882 he was united in marriage to Cath- erine O'Hara of McKillop, who pre- deceased him on Sept. 13, 1936. Left to mourn their loss are four children, William of Windsor, Ern- est of Lucan, Mrs. John McIlhargey, of Lucan and Mrs. John McIver of St. Columban, Eight grandchildren,. one sister Miss Kate Reynolds of Seaforth and four brothers James and Owen of Seaforth, Pat of Hui - lett and Frank of Chicago. The funeral took place on Mar. 24 to St,- Colmnban Church. Requiem high Mass was offered by the pastor Rev. Fr. O'Drowski. Interment fol- lowed in Hullett R,- C. cemetery. The pallbearers were John A. Mur- phy. Angus Kennedy, James O'Sul- livan, Joseph Roach, Prank Hart and Loo Murray. Those from a distance attending' the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Toni O'Connor of London, Mr. and Mrs. Wn, .Re ids, Windsor. Mr. and Mrs. Ern Reynolds and Mr. and Mrs. John McIlhargey of Lucan, Fergus' nd Les Reynolds of Detroit, - W, H. GOLDING, M.P. HONORED BY THE HOUSE The Canadian House of Com- mons unanimously approved the ap- pointment of W. H. Golding (L., r - Hu on Psrth) as deputy chairmanof the committee of the whole house, Representatives of all parties joined in extending congratulations to him on assuming a job which means; that he will sometimes take the place of the deputy speaker, Ross MacDonald in presiding. over the House when it resolves itself into committee of the whole to study certain bills. Unoffi- cially, he has done that in the past.. TROUSSEAU TEA FOR MISS LORNA DALE Mrs. C. L. Dale entertained Tues- day afternoon and evening in honor of her daughter Miss Lorna, whose marriage takes place next week. Mrs. Russell Erratt of Varna, also Mrs. M. Dale, grandmother of the bride-to-be, assisted in receiving the guests. The home was attractive with Spring Rowers, Mrs. NI. McKellar opened the door in the afternoon. Mrs. J. Broad - foot and Miss Mary Galbraith poured tea, the assistants being Miss Hazel Coleman and Mrs. K. Barry, Mrs. David Stephenson took care of the register. Showing the trousseau and linens were: Miss Isobel McKellar. Mr's. A. 4. Wright. In the gift room, Mrs. John Smith. and Mrs. C. Ease, their assistant being Mrs. George Mc. Arthur. Pori ing tea In the evening were Mrs. Harry Stewart and Mrs. H. V. Workman; the assistants being Misses Vera Mole, Louise Case and Nyle Doig. Miss I. McKellar• opened the door, and Miss Norma Jeffrey assisted in the Living room; Mrs. B. Christie at the register. Mrs. Flett displayed the trousseau. With the linens were Misses Kathleen Sillery and Mary Ryan, and in the gift room Mrs. A. 4. Wright BRODHAGEN Messrs Stanley and Frank Byer man of Kitchener, Mr. and Mrs. Har vey Byerman. Larry and Diane. all of Seaforth with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Byerman, on Sunday. Miss Clara Meyer of Kitchener a the home of her mother, Mrs. Wm Meyer. Mr. and Mrs. Sang Smythe an George, of Mitchell, with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Diegel. NTr. and Mrs. Howard Querenges- ser and Susan of Waterloo with Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Querengesser. Mr. Robt. Rock of Waterloo with Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Rock. Miss Ordelia Wolfe of Detroit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Wolfe. Mrs. Ruben Rapien and baby son are at the home of her parents, :lir. and Mrs. Adam Pistner after return- ing from Stratford Hospital. Mrs. Caroline Mueller returned to her home in the village after spend- ing a few weeks with het daughter Mrs. Ed. Jar'muth. At the Sunday morning service carnations adorned the altar placed there by Miss Erma Vock, one of the confirmation class, in memory of her grandfather. George Benneweis, who passed away one year ago March 18; also a large basket of assorted flow- ers in his memory from his wife Mrs. George Bennewies who is at present confined to Seaforth Hospital Mr, and Mrs. Wni. Jacob who have sold their farm to Mr, and Mrs. Mer- vin Hodgert of Kippen have moved their household effects to their home Which they purchased in Kitchener. Mr. Lawson Jacob has already commenced i' the -Ii' Kitch- ener his studies at itch ener collegiate after being a student at Mitchell high school, Next Sunday, Palm Sunday the confirmation of the catecumins will take place at the morning service be- ginning at 10:30 o'clock. The follow - are -Me confir'mants: Dorothy Tait, Gwendolyn Rock, Betty Jean Heinz, Erma Vock, Della Heinz. Jean Bennewies, Glen Bennewies, Gerald `Bunch. Lloyd Pfiefer.' Miss Martha Victor has rented her home to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fischer who have sold their farm to John Rock of Atwood. Miss Martha Victor was the guest of honor when Mrs. Schultz enter- tained neighbors at the parsonage. Visitors at the home of Mr, and 1 Mrs. Edwin Rock on Sunday' were Mr, and Mrs. John Hinz, Winnifred and Maureen. Mr. and Mrs. Rhine - hold, Kahle, Ross and Carolyn, and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Smyth .and Geo. of Mitchell, Miss Aletha McMillan. Mr. and Mrs. George Sienion and Kenneth. Mr, and Mrs. Fred Her- bert, Mrs. Wm, Mueller, Mr. and Mrs. Jake Higena'll, Mr. Walter Don- ovan and Robert Rock of the Water- loo College. Visitors at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Harry Hart, on Sunday were CZ&orthy Tribute... +� nwirmalh —THE/PROUDEST NAME LIN P:. 11250 LOCKETS Popular heart de- QD sign in a sterling(� silver locket of ex- quisite beauty. �dC She ill admire Adorns pendant . ,{ Curl •ws+ your good taste if and chain. Gold you choose this en- gagement ring filled two-tone finish and stone set. S AVAUGE S Jeweller and Optometrist Opposite Post Office, Seaforth KIPPEN EAST The March meeting of the Kippen East Women's Institute was held at the home of Mrs. W. H. McLean on 1 Tuesday afternoon, with the presi- t dent. Mrs. G. McLean presiding. The �• meeting was opened with singing that old favorite song "Believe me I if all those endearing' young charms" and the Lord's prayer in unison. The 'minutes of the previous meet- ing were read and the roll call was answered by my favorite breakfast cereal. Mrs. Long favored with two enjoyable solos, "It's a Long Way to Tipperary" and "When Itish eyes are smiling". A questionaire on the Royal visit to Africa was conducted by Mrs. G. McLean. Mrs. J. W. Mc- Lean had an excellent paper on the motto "The great use of life is to spend it on something that will out- last it". Yesterday being St. Pat- rick's day the opportunity was favor- able for a few Irish stories, Mrs, T. Kay took for her topic "Nylon". Mrs. W. H. McLean had a Paper on El- dorado Mines at Fort Radium. Mrs. G. McLean conducted an Irish con- test which included an instrumental by Mrs. Ross Broatlboot "The Irish Washerwoman" and a vocal solo by Mrs. W. Kyle, "Pegg O'Neil". The contest ended by Ann and Marie Sin- clair singing "Somebody's waiting for me". A vote of thanks was tend- ered to the hostess and the national anthem closed the meeting, Lunch was served by the Hostess and com- mittee, and a social half hour was enjoyed. The next meeting will be the annual meeting VA`. RN A Road conditions are improving after considerable labor an] loss of sleep by the road men, The sympathy of the community isi extended to lir, and Mrs. John Ald- ington, owing to the unexpected death of Mrs. Aldingtons father, the late Frank 'Puffin, of Staffs. At tinie of writing we are sorry to report Mel', T. McAsh is tenoned to his bed with an attack of flu, btu we! hope soon to see him out again. \Ve are also sorry to report Mrs Austin is not enjoying the best of liea111r. Her many friends hope to neo her hack to her usual health. Robin with his rust coat and purple cap was 13 days later than usual, Paid a flying visit in Varna, said nothing about Spring being round the cornet'. as there were no corners to be. seen. But returned April lst, whether or not he Mesut this call as an April -fool re- mains yet to be seen. Alexander McConnell Funeral service was held on March 23rd at his late hone in Varna, for Alexander McConnell, who died in Clinton Hospital on March 21st. Born in Plaquemine, Louisiana, he was in iris 76th year, and had spent the past 160 years of his life in this community, He was the second son of slue late Rev, lames McConnell, from Ireland. Mr. Elgin Ward, Mr. and Mrs. La - Louisiana. Margaret I'leuning McConnell, of verb Wolfe and family, West Monk- ton, Louisiana. At an early age but carne Mr. and Mrs. C. H, Mantle, Miss Dorothy Kreskie, Mr. John Mickle of Stratford, Mr. John Hinz,' Kitclhener. Miss Jean Diegel of Mitchell with Mr. and Mrs. Byerman. ' Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Dittmer of Bornholm with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Pfeifer. While returning from Seaforth and Saturday Harold Mogk's ear left the road and Nancy Iliogic suffered a cut in the cheek which required 5 :stitches when she struck the window, and George, hur Moglc was thrown to the pave.' ment and t his knee and the hack of his head. 1 with his family to Beeton, Ontsi'io,, where his father had charge of the Presbyterian Church. From Beefon, they moved to Delaware, in Middle- sex County, where Alex attended school. When Alex was about 10 years old his father was 'called to minister to. the congregation of the "Old Brick Church" on the Bayfield road, and it was during his .ministry here that he purchased the farm where Lee McConnell now lives. When the family moved to Chalk River, Alex remained at Varna to operate , the farm. Itis wife was Agnes Ester, who survives him, along with a son Lee on the homestead. and Margaret (bir's Iohn Argo) of Toronto In 1925 Mn and Mrs. McConnell retired from the farm to live in the village of Varna, Although retired, Mr. McCon- nell still retained an interest in the activities of the farm, particularly in the raising of horses, in which he was most successful. He was actively int- erested in sports of all kinds and at one time held the Huron County championship for pitching horseshoes. In the passing of Mr. McConnell the community has lost a valued friend and neighbor and he will be greatly missed. Rev. Reba Hern, of the Varna United Church, had charge of the funeral service dirtying which Miss Margery Hoffman of Zurich, and Allen Braun of Forest sang "Beyond the Sunset." Besides his wife and family, Mr. McConnell Is survived by a bro- ther and sister in Pittsburg. Another sister Mary. of Pittsburg, and a bro- ther. Dr. Robt. McConnell, Pre- deceased hint. Burial took place in Bayfield Cemetery, the bearers being life-long friends of the deceased: John McAsh, Isct Clutter. Ed Poster. \Vat. Dawson. J. W. Johnston and Morton Elliott. WINTHROP Mr. Neil Montgomery sof the Coleman meats) London, has been stormed -stayed in the village for a week. Spr. R. K. Davidson of Ipperwash spent the weekend with his family. Mr, Rae Holman and Gordon Bet- ties went to London where Gordon. has accepted a position. Rae has re- turned and is visiting his aunt and uncle Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Davidson. Cavan Church Sunday School will meet immediately after the church service at 10 a.nr. Miss Jean Pryce of Galt spent the weekend at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. John Pryce. Mrs. Brydges who spent the last month with l'It. and Mrs. Austin Dohnage has gone to London. Mrs. Arthur Henderson is in Lon- don hospital. having undergone an operation a week ago. (Intended for last week) Mr, Andrew Montgomery of Brantford spent the weekend with his family. Mr. and Mrs. Bert McSpadden and Jackie of London spent Sunday with relatives here. Miss Muriel Campbell, second daughter of Mr, and _Mrs. George Campbell had an appendix operation in Scott Memorial hospital. Mr. and Mrs. John Campbell spent Sunday with their daughter and Bon- in -law, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Holt, Bluevale. Mr. and Mrs. Win. Dohnage and children spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, James Love, Tnckersmith. The W.M.S. and W.A. of Cavell, Winthrop, have postponed their Baster Thankoffering until Wednes- day, :April Otis, DUBLIN Mr. William Stapleton spent last week in Toronto. Miss Ruby Moore spent the week- end in Stratford. Mrs. Ed. Stapleton. spent the weekend in London. A number froth here attended the hockey match in Stratford. Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Dram, Brueefield, have moved to their new home on the Srcl eon. of Hibbert. We welcome Mr. and Mrs. Draur to our community. Mr. Fred. Eckert. McEiilop twp. celebrated' his 80th birthday this week in excellent health, and still actively in .farming,