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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1947-06-05, Page 1The Seaforth News HURON COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER WHOLE SERIES, VOL. 70, No. 23 BRiDE-ELECTi HONORED BY FRIENDS Mrs. (Dr.) McMaster entertained on Thursday evening in honor of Miss Isabel McKellar, R.N., whose nearri- age to Mr. Hugh Williams, medical student of London, takes place 9n dune' 14th. As Miss McKellar entered the drawing room Mrs. McMaster pinned a corsage on the ..guest of honor who was then sheevn to a chair decorated in -pink and blue and white, with streamers leading .to hidden gifts: many beautiful cups and. sau- cers and candy stick tumblers were among the gilts. Later bingo was played and musical numbers were given by Mrs. McMaster .and Karen. 1, A delicious lunch was Served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs, Williams, Miss Alice Reid and Mrs. (Dr,) Brady. At the home of Mrs. John Carter on , Tuesday evening, Miss Isabel McKellarwas honored by Scott Mem- orial Hospital staff and their friends, about thirty -being present. Isabel was . seated in a decorated chair by Isabel `Brigham and Frances Fcrtnne and she was presented with a. decorated basket full of miscellaneous gifts, also a, pressure cooker from the staff of the hospitals Euchre was played, win- ners being Dorothy Parke, 1st prize; Doii'othy Smith, Ione Bands; Isabel Brigham, consolation. Musical num- bers iver.e given by Edith Hilleu and Mrs. Gladys Ferguson; readings by Miss Dinning and Miss Isabel Brig- "'7ram. • Lunch was served by the host- eee, Mrs. Carter, assisted by Frances Fortune, Margaret Carter, Isabel Brigham and Mi s, 22, McKellar. ENGAGEMENT The engagement .is announced of Janet Eileen, only daughter of Mrs. Thos. R. Hodgert and the late Thos. Hodgert, Tuckersmith, to . Harold James, son of Mrs. Roger Rice and the late Roger Rice, Tuckersmith. The wedding to take plate the latter part of June. ,ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Mdlcolm McKellar announce the engagement of their daughter Lillian Isabel, to Mr. Hugh Jones Williams, son of Rev. and Mrs. H. R. • Williams, .Alvinston, Ontario. The wedding to take place the 14thof June in'Northside United Church. •NOW. • It is good business and protection to fill your bins. Coal to be paid for within 15 days. E. L. SOX PHONE 43. Northside' United Church Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister. 10 a.m., Sunday School. 11 a.m., The Communion Service and reception of new members. 7 p.m,, Worship Service. Sub- ject "Highlights of Our Conference Sessions." Friday 8 p.m,, Precommunidn Service. Egmondville United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A., B.D. 10 a.m., Sunday School. 11 a.m., "The Grace 'of Meekness" 7 p.m., "The Supreme Allegiance of the soul to God." • Anglican June 8th. Anniversary Services. St. Thomas', Seaforth. 10 a.m., Sunday School 11 a.m., Morning Prayer • Preacher, Rev. Canon• A. A. Tramper," of St. Matthew's Church, London, Ont. 7 p.m. Evening Prayer; Preacher The Rector. St. Mary's, Dublin 3 p.m., Church Service. Preacher, Rev. Canon A. A. Trumpet Rector: Rev. C. F. L. `Gilbert, B.A. The Salvation Army Officer—Capt. E. McBride. Special Services will be held on June 8th, 1947. conducted by 'Capt. 0. Legg, of The Toronto Headquart- ers. 11:00 a.m., Holiness Meeting; 3:00 p.m., Sunday School; 7:00 p.m. Salvation Meeting. HUGH M. CHESNEY' After an illness of five weeks the death took' place at Roscoe Farm, Tuckersmith;' of Hugh More Chesney, about 2.30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3. He had spent all his life in T.ucker- emith and in .October, 1929, was married to Miss Sadie Howatt, who survives with four children, Marilyn, Grant, Carol .and Glenn, at home. Also two brothers, Edwin, Tucker - smith; "James, of Cornwall; and four sisters, Janet , Chesney; Cleveland; Mrs. Vern Walker,: Rochester 'Bertha Chesney, St: Petersburg, Fla.; Mrs. W. K Ament Kitchener., ;He was a member of Egmondville Church and 'was a commissioner' of Tuckersmith Municipal Telephone, and was a school trustee for 12 years. The fune- ral, which will be private, will be held on Saturday afterpoon to Mait- land Bank -Cemetery, WITH CJKL , Larry Gower, the former Salvation Army Lieutenant who is se , well known to this town because of the fact that he was stationed here' last summeris now on the staff of Radio Station CJKL, Kirkland Lake, Ont; where ale is staff pianist; SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY,, JUNE 5, 1947 WINS PRIZE AT MISS C.;HOLMES' GIVEN LIFE MEMBERSHIP HER GRADUATION Marguerite Marguerite Westcott, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Arnold Westcott, Sea forth, was among the class of gradu- ates of 'Hamilton General Hospital. held at, Convocation Hall, McMaster University, Hamilton, on Veduesclay, June 4th. This class of '47 was the largest yet to graduate, umbering 97. Miss Westcott attended the public and high schools in Seaforth and graduated in 1944 when she received the Alumnae' Scholarship. There are 14 awards made to the graduating nurses and Marguerite has the honor of receiving the Second General. Pro- ficiency, given and presented by Dr. W. F. Langrill. The Junior, and Intermediate nurses formed the guard' of honor as the graduating class entered Convocation Hall, each nurse carrying a bouquet Of red roses tied with the school colors, a beautiful sight against the white uniforms. Hon. Russell T, Kelley, Minister of Health, was the guest speaker at the graduation. After the ceremony the graduates and guests attended a reception at the .university given in their honor. Completing her Theory in -Febru- ary, Marguerite stood first in her class for her Senior year. She has only four days sick.leave to fill in, and will complete her training. on Sept. 9th. HURON OLD BOYS PLAN PICNIC The annual picnic of the, Huron 01d Boys Association of Toronto will be held at High Park area 1 at Bloor Street, on Friday, June 13, commenc- ing at 4 p.m. There will be baseball between teams of North and South Huron, games for all ages and special prizes for older people' A new feature will be a horseshoe contest for the best pitcher of shoes in the Assecia- tion. It will be a basket picnic with coffee and ice cream being served. to everyone. A11 Huronites will be made welcome. MR. JOHN FORREST Mr. John. Forrest passed away in Sc'ott Memorial Hospital on Satur- clay, May 31, 1947. The deceased was the 'fourth son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Forrest of Stanley Township and was, born on Easter Sunday, April 17th, 1870. Thirty- seven years ago he was married to. Jessie Emily Elgie, who predeceased him eight years ago. After living three years in Algoma, the rest of his married life has been spent on the farm in Tuckersmith. A loyal husband and loving father, he was very highly esteemed by all who knew him, He was a great, reader and knowing the value of an educa- tion strove to give his family the best. He Was a faithful adherent of Egmondville United Church, He bore his suffering without a word to the very last. He is survived by his five children, Margaret, Isabel, Eliz- abeth, Mary and William. The fun- eral which was private was held from the original family residence on Tuesday afternoon. Serviceswere conducted by his pastor. Rev. A. W. Gardiner. Interment in 'Maitland - bank cemetery. The pallbearers were Alex Boyes, Eddie Boyes, James Mc- Intosh, James Carnochan, Alex co, William Finnigan. Flower bear- ers, Peter Simpson, Wilfred Mc- Cartney, Glen Slavin, Robert Me - Lachlan. MRS. T. G. ,SCOTT The death occurred on Sunday,. JInle 1st at 12785 Cloverlawn, De- trbit, of Margaret Ann Thompson, widow of the late T: G. Scott . of Seaforth. Mss. Scott, fell and frac. tared her hip on March 22nd, Born in McKillqp, 76 years ago she had spent most of her life in Seaforth. Surviving are four sons, G. Thomp- son Scott, Detroit; Leslie, A. Scott, 244 S. Laverne, 'Chicago; Walter aril John F.. Seaforth; also three brothers, Beattie Thompson, Van- couver; W. P. Thompson, Tucker - smith; Henry, of Alberta. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and of the Rebekahs. The funeral takes ':place on Thursday. afternoon from her home on John Street to Maitlandbank cemetery, Rel. R. H. Williams officiating. Pallbearers will be, the four sons and Scott Chaff and T..P. Clark. '. The closing meeting of the season of St. Thomas W.A.' was held in the parish hall June'3rd'with 19 members' and three visitors present. Mrs. Gil- bert . opened, the meeting with the W.A. hymn "The Love of Christ Con- straineth,, the litany, and the mem- bers' and the Lord's prayer in uni- son. Mrs. Southgate read for the Bible reading Psalm 99.'The various reports were read and accepted. -While the members stood a special memorial prayer was read recalling the pass• ing of Mrs, Wm. Smith.. Mr, Gilbert then addressed the meeting speaking briefly on the work of the W.A. Of interest to all present was a. presentation of a life membership to Miss Carolyn Holmes. Mr, Gilbert read the service of admission, Mrs. Southgate presented the ticket of membership and Mrs, Ada Reiii pin- ned on the badge. The meeting was closed by the lector with benediction. Tea was served and a happy social hour was spent. CHANGES TAKE PLACE IN PUBLIC SCHOOL STAFF The Board of Seaforth Public School met in the Board Room last Wednesday night, with all members Present. Two resignations from the staff, from Miss Maud Hartry and Miss Winnifred Savauge were ac- cepted with regret. A male teacher has been advertised for to fill the .position left vacant by Miss Hartry's resignation; while Miss Savauge's position will be filled by Mrs. H. Mason, who has been supplying in Grade 1 during Miss Savauge's leave of absence.; ;Tribute was Paid to -the faithful service given the school by Miss Hartry during the 26 years she had taught here. In addition to her regu- lar work, she had specialized in the teaching of art for many years at no extra expense to the Board. It was decided that a substantial grant be given Miss Hartry in consideration of her extra services, - GILBERT' —BARTLET On Saturday, May 31st., at 2:30 p.m., the„ wedding took place in St. Mary's Church, Walkerville, of the Rev. Stephen Wilson Langton Gil SEAFORTH MOURNS FRED S. SAVAUGE Following an acute heart attack late Monday night, Fred S. Savauge, one of Seaforth's prominent business men, died early Friday morning. From the time .he came to Seaforth from Toronto in 1910 he took a very active part in the business and church life of the community, and his influence was felt in every circle in -which he moved. His cheery smile and ready ;jukes will be missed on Main street where he was respected and liked by all. • Mr. Savauge' was born in .Lind- say, Ont., 69 years ago. He came to Seaforth in 1910 with his father -in- law and established the jewellery and optical business of Savauge & Stollery. In 1916, upon the death of Mr. Stollery, he continued the business, which in recent years has been enlarged to include a geneial china and gift line that has attracted tourists from considerable distances. He was very proud of the friendly relations that existed between him and his customersand was never too busy to stop and have a chat with them 51 a year • c cOorthy ?ribute... fir i. c + 111 —THE PROUDEST NAME,�`IN l• 11250 ‚She will admire your goodtaste if you choose this en-' =—= gagement ring Xcleme LOCKETS o Popular heart de- Q sign ,n a -sterling. c,.; silver locket of ex JJ quisite beauty. Adorna pendant 511 and chain. Gold . filled two-tone ,- finset- ish end stone S AYAUGE S Jeweller and Optometrist Opposite Post Office, Seaforth Cott, Nelson Cardno. Glenn Hays, John Bell, W. J. Duncan, .Bev. Christie, Al Close, Ed. Smith, Lorne Webster, M. A. McKellar, Dr. Beche- ly, James M. Scott, Sain Scott a and Hugh Wright. ' He leaves to mourn his loss l,i wife, the former Lulu Stoller,, to Groups 1 and 2 of the W. A. of NORTHSIDE W. Al Northside United Church held a combined meeting in the basement of the church on Tuesday evening 1 June 3. Mrs. James M. Scott, leader of group 2 opened meeting by read - Gilbert, to Miss Margaret Lash Bart- ed in Northside United Church, in l whom he was married in Toronto in ing Mr. John Beatt e s poem n e let, daughter of Mrs. Gordon T. which he had spent so much time in 11902, and two sons and one daug-. Garden". Foo the beauty of the Bartlet d h 1 titer Ross of Seaforth' Murray o£ earth was sung followed by the Toronto and Wrnnified at Home r s Y Walkerville. The marriage was per -(.Workman conducted the service, as-� formed by the Rev. H. M. Lang- sisted by Rev. A. W. Gardiner of ford, Rector of St, Mary's •Church,Egmondville and Rev. ,R. G. Haile - assisted by the bridegroom's father, wood of Walton, representing the who was Celebrant at -the Commun- Presbytery of Huron. Mr. Workman ion at the conclusion' of the mar-, spoke of his sterling .. qualities and nage-rites. A full choir sang.the.of his ardent interest in the work wedding .Psalm, the choral portions of the church. He told, how he had of the Communion, and an anthem. been superintendent ,of the Sunday Entering the Church .on the arm of School for a period of '25 years, her brother, I4r, John Coburn Bart- from which, he retired a few years let, who gave her in marriage, the ago. He spent many years as a mem- bride were an exquisite gown of bei of the choir. He was an elder of candle light satin, and heirloom veil � fhe church and held the position of of rose pointe • ]ace and pointe Clerk of the Session at the 'time of d'esprit extended into a long train, I his death. He Was a lay preacher Her bouquet was of Johanna Hill, and very acceptably conducted ser-1roses and lilies of the valley. Her lvices at some ;time or other in most cousin, Miss Margaret Jane Car- pulpits throughout the Presbytery. ruthers, as maid of honour, and the, 111T. Hazlewood spoke of the loss bent, son of the Rev. C, F. 'L.' The funeral service was conduct - an t e ate Mr. Bardet of many official positions. Rev, H, V bridegroom's sister, Miss Clara the Presbytery suffered in the death - Frances Edith Gilbert es bridesmaid, of Mr. Savauge, who has been its were identically gowned in aquamar-, treasurer for many years. and of tie faille, the very •full skirts over the active part he played in all crinoline, and wore bandeaux of pale) meetings of the Presbytery. He pink ostrich tips in. their hair. Their bouquets wer,e of pink roses. Mr. Henry Holland ;Gilbert - was his brother's best man and• the ushers were Rev. H. A. Seegmiller of Pelee Island, Mr.. Edgar McGregor Bart - spoke of the part he had played in the building, maintaining and en- larging the Goderich. Summer School of which he was the only remaining original trustee. Mr. Savauge displayed a keen in- let, Mr. George Bartlet Carruthers'terest in the affairs of his commun- and Mr. Wm Kerrigan. Iris, snap- dragons and other spring flowers were used at Mrs. Bartlet'a home fdr the reception following the cere- mony and the bride's' table was centred with the wedding cake in a bed of stephanotis, with white tapers on either side, Mrs. Bartlet wore for her daughter's wedding a gown of smoke blue crepe trimmed with rose' sequins, her corsage was of sweetheart roses as was that of the bridegroom's mother, Mrs. Gilbert, who wore a shirred dress of powder blue -silk jersey. Mr. and Mrs. Gil- bert left for a motor trip to Musko- ka, the -bride travelling in a navy suit and nylon blouse with lace jabot and ruffled lace cuffs and a veiled off -the -face navy hat. They will later travel by boat to their new home, St. James' Rectory, Murillo, Ont. Guests from a distance include Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Dingle and them daughter, from London; Mrs. E. C. Kerrigan, Miss Barbara Brown and Mrs. Mary B.A Strong of Toronto; Mrs. S. E. Gill of Severn Falls; Mr. and Mrs. John Coburn and . their daughterfromDundas; u a Miss Margaret' Lash cesaful,in seeing many of his plans D ndas,s; Dr. and Mrs, W. L. Richardson of Indianapolis, Miss and ideas carried thi coot h until it is now one of the finest Cemeteries in Florence Robinson of Vancouver the district. He 'instituted very effi- Ottawd Niiss Ruth. Mcl)ougald of a. tient book-keeping systems.that helped to eliminate errors in burials. Many of his ideas and plans were sought and instituted by surround- ing Cemetery Boards, ity. He was a member of the town council for two years. He was the chairman of many campaigns for raising funds' for worthy causes in- cluding the Navy League drives of First World War years and in re- cent gears of the Salvation Army drives. Tie was one of the charter members of the Seaforth Lions Club when if was formed 22 years ago. A few hours before he took the fa- tal heart seizure he took his place as President of the Club, leading in the installation of seven new. mem- bers. At home afterwards he re- marked how much he had enjoyed this very pleasant and successful el- ening. vening. Lion Fred"' was well liked by district and provincial Lions of; ficers as well as by members of his own "club. • • He was laid'' to rest in Maitland - bank Cemetery, the cemetery into which much of his time and effort had been put as secretary -treasurer since 1922, which position he held' at the time of his death. He was keenly interestedin the beautifies• tion of the cemetery and was sue- - MRS. JOHN MoINTOSH The death occurred aboiCt 7 a.m.,' Wednesday, June 4th, following a sudden illness, of Mrs. John McIntosh; at her home on Centre st.. Formerly Helen Henderson she was born 73 years ago in McKillop. in December. 1904, she was married in Hullett to; Mr. ledintbsh who now survives her. After living In Saskatchewan for 15 .years they returned to Seaforth in 1919. A private' 'funeral will he held at the residence on,Friday, June 6th,. at 2 nail., conducts?! by Rev. H. V. Workman of Northside United church,, Interment will be in ;Maitland Bank Cemetery. The Choir of Northside Church. was present at. the\funeral and -a quartette consisting - of . Miss Ruth Cluff• Miss Mabel. Th3nnbull, Mr. Sam Scott and Mr. Jas. Stewart sang "Softly and Tenderly Jesus is calling," The Honorary Fall Bearers were Clinton E. Smith, G. Arthur. Smith,- Dr. Harburn, Dr. ' Barr'ows, Chas. Barber and H. G. Mear;.Ac`tive Pall Bearers, Helmer Snell, Chas. P. Sills, Harvey Leslie, Richard Parke, Herald' Lawrence and C; W. 'Iron - side. Flower beayexs: Arnold West - ' Lod' Pra er m unison. Mi s Au or grandsons, three grand- dreg Hall and ivliss Janie Moffat daughters, and one great grandson. rendered an enjoyable duet'"We Among friends and relatives at would be building" accompanied by tending from out of town were Mr.' Mr. P. B. Moffat. Mrs. Roy Lawson William Savauge, Toronto; Mrs, introduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Alex. Smith, Toronto; Mrs. A„ D. Ritchie who spoke, on Ottawa Schmidt, Stratford; Mrs. J. Stortz, drawing a parable, patriotic and Stratford; Mrs. H. Patton, ee, Christian, from her visits to Ri- Guelph; The T. Eaton Co. of Toron- dean Hall, The Mint, The House of to was. represented by Mr. and Mrs.: Parliament, The Peace Tower, and Cliff Elliott, Mr. Sam. Howard, and the Churches. Miss R. Fennell moved Mr. Bailey: and the Imperial Optical a vote of thanks to Mrs. Ritchie and Company of. Toronto by Mr. Harry we closed meeting by singing "Oh Carl and Mr. Longpre. District Al let us sing of a wonderful Love" of the Lions Club was represented followed by Mizpah Benediction. by District Governor Hal Mer and Mrs. G. Hogarth, leader of group by District Deputy Lloyd Edighof- conducted an interesting contest fes; of Mitchell, Mr• and Mrs. Mur-' "Tolle Art Gallery". A social half ray Savauge and Mr. Ronald Sa- hour was spent over a cup of tea. vauge of Toronto. ; T)ae two groups met separately for The many beautiful floral trib-. a (short business session. , utes and kindnesses shown by W. I. TO MEET friends from near and far were a tribute to one whose life had meant The Seaforth W. I. will meet on so much to his connnunity, as - well Wednesday evening, June 11 at 8:30 as to his home where a loving hus- p.m. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. band and father will be sadly missed. Gordon Fapple, McKillop. The roll call will be "Something i have learn - LADIES' AID ed about our bird friends." Guest The June meeting of the' Ladies' speaker will be Mr. Leroy Brown, Aid of First Presbyterian Church Agr. Rep. We would like to sec a full attendance of members and their husbands and all non-members and husbands or friends who are in- terested. n terested. Come with your questions which you would like to have Mr. Brown answer and discuss, Mrs. Alex Boyce and Mrs. Alex Pepper are convenors of this agri- cultural meeting. was held in the basement on -Tues- day afternoon at 3 o'clock with a good attendance, the president pre- siding. Meeting opened with Hymn "0 God of Bethel by whose hand" followed with prayer by the presi- dent, Mrs. H. R. Scott, Reports were received and adopted. Several items of business were discussed. It was decided that the Ladies' Aid would cater to the Rallies that are being held in Sept. and Oct. in •the The death of Mrs. J. E. McGregor church. A very pleasing solo "May occurred in Walkerton Hospital. after Morning" was sung by Mrs, Munn. a long illness, on May 25th. In her Mrs, D. Ritchie was guest 'speaker, younger years Mrs. MacGregor lived choosing for her subject "Scotland'. at Constance: She was the daughter She gave a very interesting thaned in- of the late Mr. and Mrs. George structive address .telling of in- fluence .of the lives of outstanding poets, Sir Walter Scott, Burns, Car- lyle and others. She also enlarged on the influence they had on the life in Scotland and the world for the good of humanity. *Following Mrs. Ritchie's address. Mrs. Munn, by request, sang "An- nie La3u1e"'. In closing the meeting a favorite hymn "Now the day is over" was sung in memory of one of the members, Mrs. T. G. Scott, so recently passed on to her reward. Miss Belle Campbell -' closed the meeting with prayer. Refreshments were served by Mrs, Russell Sproat's group. DIED IN WALKERTON Mrs. Henry Smith The death occurred on May 26 of Mrs. Henry Snaith of Milverton, mother of Mr. H. E. Smith of town after an illness of several months She was born in Rostock 77 years caro. There are also three dauehters: Mrs. J. Unsworth, Toronto: Mrs. A. Thompson, Toronto. and Mrs. J. Propp, Milverton; also a brother and three sisters. Mrs. Smith lived on a farm near . Milt+ertbn until 1920 when the family moved to , the 'vil- lase. The funeral was held on May 29 froom the Evanaelica] Church at Mil- Taylor,at the Londesboro hall, Fr'i- verton, Rev. Mr. Feist officiating. day evening, McCully, Her husband, Mr. J, E. Mc- Gregor, died four years ago. She leaves one daughter, two sons, eight grandchildren and one great-grand- daughter. Two sisters,- Mrs, Isaac McGavin of Walton and Miss Bella. McCully, St. Marys, two brothers, William and George McCully, Sleet ford. Mrs. McGregor Was a member of the United Church and the mission- ary society at Walkerton, CONSTANCE Mr. Stacey Ferguson of Warwick spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Win. Britton. Mr. Gordon Buchanan is epend- ing a few days with his parents Mr. and Mrs,,, A. Buchanan, Mr. Donald Stephenson received word. Wednesday that he had passed • with honors his second year in En- gineering Physics, at the University of Toronto. Mrs. Albert Trewin of Toronto is spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs, Win. Britton. Miss Doris Lawson and Miss Mar- ion McMillan visited at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Earl Lawson over the weekend, also attended the presenta- tion for their .uncle, Mr. Lawrence