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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1944-12-07, Page 131 ii il,lt111111,11I,T1111111111111111,111,11,1,11111111,1 111111111111111111 STILLNESS • The eastern hill is quiet as the tea ; The.sen turnedupside-down, could he the sky: Bach holds the other's on:m serenity— rth News HURON COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER 11„1I IIIlllllllllt1,11,11$111,111,111.,I,,,l,ll,l,lllll l„Il"„11,.111.17 No roughening noise, no motion—not a cry Scratches thetautsuspense of coming day; The soundless passage oi` uncounted .hours Whispers across the silence locked away Behind the 'petalsof unopened flowers' Martha Burning -Thomas illl:llllllllll„Ilu,,l 1 I„I,IIuuu1, nnuuvnll,nn"pa • WIHOLE SERIES, VOL. 67, No. 49 S:EAFORTH, ONTARIO', THURSDAY, DECEMllER 7, 1944 Phone' 84 $1 a year INFORMATION ABOUT CHRISTMAS MAILS Once; again Christmas is near at hand and this year promises to pre - vide a record mall. War conditions add to the difficulty of properly serving the public and so the post Office. Department is suggesting cer- tain ways by which mailers mai' as- sist 'acid thus avoid delay in delivery by Christmas Day. The following dates for mailing are suggested: United States i(to al- low Customs examination) Dec. 10, British Columbia Dec. 15, -Alberta and Saskatchewan Dec. 16, '1(2anitoba and Maritimes Dec. 17, Ontario and Quebec Dec. 18, local delivery be- fore Dec. 19th. Parcel Post is cheap and safe, free insurance is provided up to $50 in Canada if requested by sender, and parcels are accepted -for mailing in Canada up to 25 lbs. Rates and post- al information will be cheerfully given by the staff at all times. With Christmas trains often run-. ning late, our heaviest despatch and delivery at Seaforth taxes the staff to- the limit in its effort to provide service to the public. The Post Office therefore suggests the follow- ing be observed by mailers. If you have a quantity of local mail, and out of town mail, tie in separate bundles. Ordinary mail des- patch for the East by train No. 36 closes at 2.40 p.m. Registered mail for this train closes at 2.30 p.m. General delivery patrons 'are asked to kindly allow the hour between 2 and 3 p.m. be reserved for despatch- ing of mail, as far as possible. Mail- ers can relieve much of the pressure by mailing in the morning whenever possible. Be sure your parcels are properly addressed, wrapped in strong paper and securely tied. Customs declara- tions, blue armed force letter forms, air mail stickers, prisoner of war air letter forms (now postage free) are provided without cost by the P.O. Dept. —C. P. Sills, P.M. BURN COKE FOR NEXT WINTER AND BE ASSURED OF YOUR 100% SUPPLY N OW E. L. BOX - PHONE 43, -- Northside United Church Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister. • 10 a.m., Sunday School. 11 a.m., • "Is Christian . Service Compulsory?” 7 p.m., "Greatness, In Human Life."„ Thurs., 7.45 p.m., Prayer Service. First Presbyterian Church Rev. Richard H. Williams, B.A. 10 a.m., The Sunday School will meet. 11 a.rn., Morning Worship, Series on Christian Doctrine. (5) The Holy Spirit. '7 p,m., Evening Worship. The Rev. Dr. Hogg will preach. Anglican 'Dec. 10th. Second Sunday in Ad- vent. St. Thomas' Seaforth. 10 a.m., Sunday School and Girls' Bible Class. .11 a.m., The • Christian's Guide Book. 7 p.m., Two Sides to 'a Story. St. Mary's, Dublin. 2.30, Sunday School. 3, Holy Communion. The Christian's Guide Book. The Rector, Rev. C. E L. Gilbert, B.A., at all-serviees. Egmondville United Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A.,B.D. 10.30 a.m., Sunday School. 11.30' a.m., "Phisaic Inconsisten- cies,” 7 p.m., "The 'Kingdom of Right Relationships.” ENGAGEMENT The engagement is announced of Alice Lillian, daughter of Mrs. Wright and the late Alexander Wright to Robert William Tyndall, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry. Tyndall, of Tuckersmith. The marri- age to take place early in December. ASSOCIATION MINISTERIAL The Ministerial Association -will meet on Monday, Dec. 11th, at 2 p.m. in the St. Thomas' rectory, Sea- forth. Rev. R. II. Williams will give the paper. JOHNSTON- SOUTHGATE Tho marriage of Miss Winnifrod Elizabeth Southgate, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. 1. Southgate of Seaforth, to Mr, Robert. Samuel Johnston, son of the late Mr: and Mrs..R. Johnston of Brampton, . took place Saturday afternoon in St. Clement's Anglican Church, Toronto. Canon W. G. Nichol- son. officiated. A frock of ice blue crepe was •worn by the bride, her matching hat trimmed with feathered birds, and she carried: e muff covered with white spray orchids. ,Mrs. George• Troutbeck of ,Seaforth and Miss Eunice Denby, Toronto, wearing cy- clamen pink frocks, were bey attend- ants. Stitched calots : held their matching veils, and they carried muffs of blue orchids, The groomsman' 'vas Mr. J. Dunn, St. Catharines, and the ushers, Mr:. J. Carter; Brampton, and Mr. Macleod Southgate, Toronto. - McKILLOP COUPLE MARK GOLDEN WEDDING NIr, and Mrs. Daniel Machan,cele brated their' golden' wedding anniv- ersary last Wednesday at their home on the 14th concession of Mc- Killop township. On Nov. 29, 1894, of the 12th concession of Grey, Sa- rah Dougherty, daughter of John Dougherty and Rebecca Galbraith Dougherty, became the bride- of Dan- iel Machan, eldest son of- Robert Machan and Eliza Elinor Machan. After their marriage they moved to McKillop township where they have since resided, On Nov. 29, 1944, their bridesmaid and groomsman of 50 years ago were present. to spend • the day them. Mrs: Charles Cleav- er of Ethel, formerly Miss Marym. Dougherty, was bridsmaid, and W Machan, now of Monkton, was best man. The late Rev. Mr. Waddell was the minister. The celebrants' home was taste- fully decorated with gold and white streamers and 'large bouquets of golden mums. The serving table was centred with a three-storey wedding cake, iced, in white and trimmed with gold leaves. During the afternoon about 150 friends called to, offer congratula- tions. Mrs. Thos. Dougherty of Ethel poured tea and Mrs. Stanley Machan, of Grey township, and Mrs. Charles Cleaver, •also Mrs. Sam McSpadden who is leaving for Newfoundland to join her husband in the RCAF., and Mrs. Gordon F. Wood, of Logan township, served refreshments..`Dur- ing the day the venerable couple received many phone calls, besides many beautiful gifts. Many relatives sand other guests were present in the evening when Thomas Dougherty acted as chairman for -a short pro- gram: Mrs. W. J. Patton, solo; Mrs. Thomas Dougherty, readings; Misses Delve Smith and Winnifred Wheeler, duet; Miss Glenna Machan, 'solo; Misses Grace and Ruth Dennis, duet; John Leeming, harmonica sola; Cec- il Turner, solo. These were inter- spersed by remarks by Cecil Turner, Rev. Mr. Patton of Winthrop, John Pearson, an old friend, Leonard Leeming and Stanley Machan. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Machan had two children, Stanley of Grey town- ship, and Mrs. Porter Dennis. The latter died in 1933. There are 13 grandchildren, Mrs. Earl Dunn i(Jean Machan), Cranbrook; Warrant Offic- er Willis Machan was killed in action last December in the Azores; Miss Mary Lois Machan, Listowel; Ralph and Miss Glenna at home; Mrs. Sam McSpadden (Elsie Dennis), Mrs. Gordon Wood n (Florence Dennis), Logan; Mrs. Alvin Simms- (Helen. Dennis), London; Misses -Grace and Ruth Dennis, and Murray, Don and Grant Dennis, Walton. There are three great grandchildren, Dennis McSpadden, and Allan and Linda Dunn, of Cranbrook. Mrs. Machan has one brother, Thomas Dougherty, and one sister, Mrs. Cleaver, Ethel. Mr. Machan has four brothers, Wil- liam, Tohn, Alfred and , George, ' Monkton; and two sisters, Mrs. Rob- ert Rennick, Monkton, and Mrs. F. Smith, Grey. The congregation of Bethel, Church, McKillop, presented Mr. and Mrs. Machan with a' woollen blanket and -a wall mirror. Mrs. Ma- chan has been a teacher in the Sun- day school for many years. ST. THOMAS W. A. HOLD ANNUAL MEETING The 51st amnia] meeting. of St. Thomas branch of the Woman's Aux- iliary was held in the parish hall on December 5, with 22' members`pres ent a record attendance. Mrs. Gil- bert, acting president, opened the Meeting with our W. A, hymn, The Love of Christ, This was followed by the litany, special prayers from the W. A. handbook for the annual meet- ing, the members' prayer and Lord's prayer in unison. Mrs. Bradburn read the scripture lesson fom Acts 9, 36-52, The various reports from the Nov- ember meeting were read and accept- ed. Annual membership fee, also Liv- ing Message fee, were taken. The of- fertory was received and dedicated, The annual report of the secretary, treasurer, social service and adviser for the- girls' branch, were -read. Mr. Gilbert took charge of the meeting for election of officers for 1945. Honor- ary president, Mrs. M. E. VanEg- mond, honorary vice preeidents,' Misses E. and F. Cresswell, Mrs. Arnold Case, - Mrs. Chas. Holmes; president, Mrs. Gilbert; lst vice pres., Mrs, Scarlett; Ind vice pies., Mrs. 'Fox; sec'etary, Miss Holmes;-tveas- urer, Mrs. Parke; social service; Mrs. Reid; Dorcas and Living Message sec., Mrs. 1vlcGavin; pianist, Miss Edge; adviser to Girls W. A., Mrs. Shaw; representative to board of management, Mrs. Southgate; audit- ors, Mr. Boswell- and Miss Mary Johnston. Mr. Gilbert closed the meeting with the benediction. Tea was 'served and a social hour was enjoyed. About a month ago Arnold. Campbell, son of George Campbell, Seaforth, put his name and address on .:an egg hoping to hear where it went: On Dec: 1st he got a letter from a twelve-yearold girl at Hali- fax, sayingshe had opened a box of eggs November"' 28th and found the egg with the name and address, and. had eaten it for breakfast and that it was very good. She was surprised to know that their eggs came from as far away as Ontario. HURON -PRESBYTERY MEETS AT EGMO'NDVILLE Huron Presbytery of the United Church of Canada met in Egmond- ville Church on Tuesday, Dec, - 5th, with the chairman, Rev. Cr. G. Bun- ton, M.A.,B D., presiding. An interesting letter from H,Capt. J. A. ,Falconbridge, H:Q,, 1 Cdn. • Corps Signals, C.A., C.M.F., was read in which he mentioned the int- eresting conversations which he had with people of other races, whom he met in Italy. He wrote of the co-op- eration among chaplains, Protestant and Roman Catholic, to do all in their power for the men, -united: in all other things, training, battle, suf- fering, and uf-fering,and even death. A committee consisting of Rev. R: C. Copeland, Rev. A. B. Irwin, Rev. W. T. Cleave, Mr. Nelson Tre- wartha and Dr. Burrows, was ap- pointed to make a study of the man- ual and where they think necessary, to submit recommendations- for de- finite changes, to the General Coun- cil Committee. Presbytery recommened to the Department of Pensions, that credit for two years military .service be granted to Rev. W. J. Patton, B.4., whose name through some oversight had been omitted. Rev. Reba Her'n, B.A., reporting for the Committee of Evangelism and Social Service, recommended that the Memorial Service be -consid- ered the function of the church and - that patriotic societies be notified, and invited to attend. This was ap-' proved by Presbytery. Expressions of 'sympathy on ac- count of sickness were extended to Rev. C. C. Keine, Mrs. G. F. N. At- kinson and Mrs. A. W. Gardiner Rev. R. A. Brook, B.Th., reporting for the pastoral relations committee, recommended that efforts be contin- ued to secure increase in stipend until $1800 is reached on all charges, also that calls to ministers for less than the minimum of $1800 be pass- ed on to the Settlement Committee, without the endorsation of the Pres-. bytery. Mr. Robert Watson, report- ing for the Laymen of Huron Pres- bytery, alsorecommendedthat each Charge pay, if possible, the minimum salary of $1800. Presbytery now ap- i proved of these recommendations. Words of 'praise were expressed to Rev. W. A. Beecroft, B.A., B.D,, for his splendid work in the Missionary and Maintenance Fund, in the Vrc- : tory Loan campaign and in his radio broadcasts. Rev. H. V, Workman, reporting for the M. and- M. Fund, pointed out the need for increased givings, and recommended the use of the special Christmas envelopes in every con- gregation and Sunday School. This was approved by Presbytery. Rev. A. S. Trueblood conducted a worship service andgave an earnest and heart searching message. • - ENTERTAINED IN CALIFORNIA The following_ item published on Nov. 23rd in the Argonaut of Trona,, California, will be sof interest. Mrs. Stoddart and fret sister went to Cali- fornia. early in October and are spending several months there. Mrs. Lulu Hill and Mrs. William Stoddart, of Seaforth, Ontario, Mother and aunt of Mrs. William i•Iall who have been visiting here, have been entertained with a series of teas dur- ing the past week, Mrs. Hall gave a tea on Wednesday honoring the two Canadian visitors. Her tea table was centered with white and rose chrys- anthemums, and Mrs. Stoddart pour- ed. Guests were the Mesclaines F. L. Austin, E. I, Durant, W,' H. Allen, Alexander Ross, John Her bort, Charles Montres, Earl Knowles and John Pillott. Mrs. W. A. Gale enter- tained with a tea on Thursday after- noon at which. Mrs. W. H. Allen poured. Guests were the Mesdames William Hall, F. L. Austin, Alexander Ross, D. I, Durant, John Pillott, H. L. Ttn•ton, 0, H. S. Hunter and Miss Maud Dent. Mrs. B. I. Durant was hostess on Friday 'afternoon, - Mrs. Gale poured. Guests were the Mes- dames Alexander Ross, William Mali, F. L. Austin, Charles Montres, John Pillott and W, H. Allen. Mrs. Alexan- der Ross was hostess on .Saturday afternoon at a tea for the visitors. Mrs. Thomas Duane poured; and' guests were the Mesdames William Hail, E. I. Durrant, F. L. Austin, Charles Montres, W. H. Allan and W. A. Gale. Mrs. Allen gave a tea on Monday afternoon to which she in- vited the Mesdames W. A. Gale, Wil- liam Hall, Alexander Ross, F. v. Austin, E. I. Durant and John Pillott. The wedding took place in the Sacred Heart Church, Marmon., on Saturday, - of Madeline Bertrand, daughter of Mr. and , Mrs. S. Bert - ,and of Marmora, and James L. Slat- tery, B.A., of Seaforth, son of Mrs. Slattery and the late Jaynes F. Slat- tery. Rev. Father H. J. Farrell was the officiating• clergyman. Given in .marriage by 'her father, the bride was attended by her sister, Mrs,, H. A. McNally of Deloro: H. A. McNally was groomsman. SLATTERY-BERTRAND W. 1. WILL MEET' . The December meeting' of the Sea - forth Women's Institute will be held at the hems of 'Mrs. James F.• Scott on Tuesday evening, Dec. 12111, at 3.30; Gentlemen are welcome. The roll call is, name a suitable gift for a child or adult. TUCKERSMITH FEDERATION BLOOD DONORS CLINiC ELECTS NEW OFFICERS HERE DECEMBER 20 IThe Tuckersmith Federation of Agriculture annual meeting and banquet held in 'Hensel' 'town hall last Thursday evening was a great success with over two hundred people .in attendance 'in spite of un- pleasant weather. Mr. Dan Stauffer, director of On- tario Fed, of Agriculture, President of U.F.O. and Director of United Farmers Co-op. Co., was guest speaker. He gave a very stirring ad- dress giving a complete history of the Federation of Agriculture from its:beginning, its progress in a few years time and the increasing res- pect and recognition paid it by the Canadian Government. He said that Canada had about the best- system of farm organization of any country in the world although it needed to be more solidly established. He de- plored the lower standard of living and social position of farm people and had a rather pessimistic although not hopeless view of the future for farmers. He said regimentation of agricultural production Was coming whether we want it or not NIr. E. R. Bond, President of the Middlesex Federation of Agriculture and Beef Producers Association, gave a very fine talk on the beef cattle situation and Mr. John Arm- strong, President of Bean Growers Association told about the work of that organization. Dr. Campbell of Hensall gave a toast to four young men of the armed forces present at the banquet who had recently re- turned from overseas. Dr. Taylor, M.P.P., and - Bruce Matheson, Huron Agricultural Rep- resentative, also spoke a few words. Mr. H. G. Meir of Seaforth Lions Club, displayed plans for a proposed community building and memorial to be built in Seaforth by the Town of Seaforth and Townships of McKillop, and Tuckersmith, The entertainment for the even- ing was good, provided by Mr. Tom Sherrit, Miss Joyce Broderick, Ann and Marie Sinclair, Miss Eva Stack- house and Mrs. Wilfred Coleman, In the election of officers, which was: conducted by Mr. Archie Mor- 1 gar, all officers were returned to office, except for two new directors, Gordon Richardson and Stanley Jackson. The banquet which was provided by the Kippen East Insti- tutectadies, was a very fine meal and. nicely served. CATHOLIC WOMEN'S . LEAGUE MEETING Members of the Catholic Women's League met at the home of Mrs. Dunn on Dec. 3rd with the presid- ent, Mrs. C. P. Sills presiding. Interesting correspondence was read by Mrs. W. Hart and the treas- urer, Mrs. J. J. Cleary, reported a substantial balance on hand, A box for an overseas chaplain has been -sent and it was decided to send Christmas boxes to our parish boys still in Canada. Arrangements were made for Christmas treats for the school chil- dren and for the sick and shut-ins. The meeting closed with prayers for the men in the armed forces: CAROL SERVICE ON DECEMBER 15TH The Seaforth Public School will hold their annual Christmas carol service on Friday, Dec.lSth in North Side United Church at 8.15 p.m. A silver collection will be taken for the Seaforth Overseas Committee. Keep the date open. CONSTANCE • Mr:, and Mrs. Wesley Hogga.rt are months, of nett year because I know that there are countless boys who are just as anxious to get hone as I am, Christmas is once more on us so at this time I would like to wish all members a very Merry Christmas and best for the New Year. FLETCHER WHITMORE, RCAF. The date of the 19th Blood Don- ors Clinic for Seaforth and conimun- ity lies been announced for Wednes- day, Dec, -20th. Headquarters has sent out an urgent appeal for new - donors as well as the continuance of our faithful donors. The need has never been greater than at•present. We realize this clinic is called at a time when many feel it inconvenient to come, but consider the benefit to the wounded 'and the great conven- ience to the doctors to have^life-sav- ing plasma to give when needed. Many neighboring places have had their 200 donors -at clinics. How about Seaforth making this their first clinic of 200. Please notify the new secretary, Mrs. J'. Troutbeck, phone 93. Red Cross Notes As our work rooms wil be closed' Friday, Dec. 22nd, and Friday, Dec, 29th, we would make an urgent ap- peal to our helpers asking them to make a special effort to complete as many things as possible and return then, by Friday. Dec. 15th so they can be packed and shipped before the end of the year. Our cutting committee and knitting eonmitte will have all articles cut and the wool ready for our ,quotas so our helpers may get their new mat- ertals by Friday 15th, as there will be no one at the work -rooms after that date until we re -open on Friday, January 5th. sl * s The articles that were left over from our Bazaar will be on display and for sale at the work -rooms Fri - clay, Dec. 8th. Be sure to see these articles for extra gifts, the prices will be very reasonable; Also on display that day will be the . clothing purchased for British civilians through the usual generous donations to our British Relief. Fund: These articles are lovely and we feel well worth your approval. Do see them this Friday when coming in for your sewing and knitting. ' al * Monthly Reports: Hospital Supplies -55 bed socks, 10 handkerchiefs, " 6 hot water bottle covers, 11 men's pyjamas, 34 plaster cast hoots. British Civilian -=12 boys sleepers, 3 -boys coats, 1 boys shirt, 5 girls WRIGHT-McILWAIN combinations, 4 rompers, 1 blouse, 26 m Vly l-�!t'�•i L.k; �G '3�+' f prof �`' Give a watch you know you; 'con'' trust , , BULOVAI ;• GODDESS OF TIME 17 jewels $3975' AVAUGE S Jeweller and Optometrist Opposite Post Office, Seaforth ladies nightgowns, 1 pr. bloomers. Union United Church Goderich Tp Knitting -22 pis. service socks, 2 decorated with tall tapers, pink nad turtle neck and 1 round neck sweater, white chrysanthemums and ever - 9 ribbed helmets, 11 ors. gloves, 4 greens, was the setting for a wedding navy scarves, 2 pr, W. A. stockings. of much interest at 3 o'clock Satur 55 toe caps, 5 pr. double mitts. . day' afternoon, Dec. 2, when Mary Quilts -7 quilts returned, 12 quilts Esther, only daughter of Mi•. and donated, 5 large and 4 crib quilts Mrs. George McIlwain, Goderich Tp„ made in work rooms, 10 tops donated,. became the bride of John Franklin 9 by-product tops made. I Wrigst, son of Mr. and. Mrs. James + * * Wright, . Kippen. Given in marriage Mrs. Patricia Southgate Troutbeck by her .father, the bride looped has kindly consented to act as Sec- charming in a floor -length gown of e sheer over taffeta with Clinic during the absence of Mrs, swetheart neckline, fitted bodice and It. W. Kerslake, our faithful and et- full skirt. Her finger-tip veil was held ,ficient Secretary of the past two in place by a heart -shaped halo. Her We years. welcome Mrs, Troutbeck only ornament was a string of pearls 10 the work. and she carried a cascade bouquet of American Beauty roses. The matron of honor, Mrs. Everett l:VIcIlwain, in LEGION RECEIVES • turquoise blue crepe and short veil eau r es a cascade of Briareiiffe roses, The bridegroom was attended by Mr. retaiy of the Seaforth Blood Donors white' tiipl LETTERS OF THANK 1Iany thanks- for' the 'cigarette which I received a. few days ago. I Is certainly swell to be gettiug goo 1 Canadian smokes as the Errglisl brands don't seem to taste nearly s good as our own. This has certsinl been a good year as far as the prog cess of the war goes. Although w are not as actively engaged in it a our brothers fn. arms we are really doing all we can to bring the war to an early end. Let us hope that w will realise our hopes in the early gilt with matching flowers, car - s Robert Archibald, Seaforth. Rev. Law- t renes H. Turner performed the tiere- d irony. The bridal chorus from Lohen- 1gin was played by Miss Margaret 0 Mason, During the signing of the Y register, Mr. Dave Davidson, Goder- - ich, sang "Because." The ushers were o Mr. Maurice Mcliwain, brother of the s bride, e Mr James Must d I" pet. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of .the bride's e parents, Mrs. Mcilwain receiving in a turquoise trimmed dress of black crepe with corsage of red roses and as. right, another of the bridegroom, assisted in a dress of royal blue crepe with corsage of pink roses and violets. A buffet supper was served with about 50 guests present by Mrs. Albert Shirrey, Mrs, Thomas Sowerby, Mrs. Dave Davidson, 81155 Dorothy Dugall and Miss Bernice Johnston. The wedding cake, flanked by white candles and pink chrysan- themums, centred the bride's table in the living soon which was effectively decorated with pink a:nd white mums. Mr. and Mrs. Wright left by motor for a honeymoon trip to Detroit, Flint and other cities in Michigan, The bride traveled hi a mist blue coat with brown fur trim and matching ,feather hat, black accessories and corsage of red roses, Prior to the wedding the bride was guest of honor at a shower given- by Nlrs, Dave Davidson, The bride -elect stood before a background of pink streamers and wedding bells and cut a white crepe paper three -tiered wedding cake stm. rountied' by pint mums and miles. Disclose was a bridge set of china and cards expressing the good wishes of her friends gathered in her honor, The bride -elect was al@o presented with a coffee table and coffee matter when about 40 neighbors. gathered at the home of Mr, and Mrs. G. Mar- wood. After an address read by Mrs. H, Fuller, Mrs. h, -McClure and Mr.. Jamos Young presented i:he gifts. as , home from Halifax. Wesley is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hoggai't, and is with the 'Navy. Mr. Earl Lawson it on the jury at Godarich. Mr, and Mrs, George Leitch were in Wingham on Monday. The public school children are pre- paring their Christmas concert and Christmas tree for Thursday even- ing, Dec. 14th. The Sunday School are belling their Christmas tree and concert on Wednesday, Dec. 20th, in the school room of the church. The Red Cross held their monthly meeting and election of officers at the, home of Idi's. Frank Riley on Wednesday. They held a pot -luck sup- per at the close of the business meet- ing. Mr. William Daie is attending the Federation. of Agriculture convention in Toronto this. week. - Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Riley and Your parcel of.' cigarettes was for - Mrs. Frank Riley were in Goderich wai'dadind ehed are on Thursday; I this afteirnouoou,to nTheanank yenracvery c -rick indeed for them. My stock was run- ning a bit low but once again I have a safe margin, Would Yon please note any new address, i Have seen a lot of country, since 1: landed in France last summer. It has been very interesting indeed, W. GIBSON WHITE, Milne. Branch. I received your parcel of cigarettes 1 a few 'days ago. 1 must say thanks to u1 1 o•• Dear Ross: Just a line to let yon know that I received the cigarettes from the'Seaford' Branch of the Canadian Legion. I am going to ask you Ross to convey my thanks to' the other members of the Legion for :ire. Cigarettes seem to be the one thing, along with mail, that tend to take the rough edges off serving abroad. No doubt you will be quite busy in the store now. I can picture you and Mils. Sproat, behind the counter, parcel- ing up the ingredients .used in malt- ing alt ing a Christmas cake. TPS. GEO. A. CHARTERS, Records Office, BRUCEFIELD John Bertram'Mustard, well known business 'Haan of Br•ucefield, Clinton and Goderich, died suddenly Friday of a heart seizure and was buried in Baird's cemetery Monday, The funeral service was held in the Brucefneld United Church. He and Mrs. Mustard had just returned from a visit with friends when he suc- cumbed suddenly; Mr. Mustard was. a son et the late Alexander Mustard and was born in Stanley township 56 years ago, He was prominent in chnroh work and was a public-spirit- ed man always ready to help in any good work in the community. a yo 1 yotu ltinclness as .I ape predate it very much. I ani fine over here, r have not met anyone from lDIED . for a, while. In the mintier , ,,Seaforth met two or three of the boys. ALSX. GIBBINGS — I IRVINE, Bel rum• � nesToronto Ge Wed-. g day, Dec.Der.6th, Robert J. Gibbings, Letters • m his 85th year. .Funeral of thanks were also receiv- services eel from Dvr. D S Brown and S,,t will be held from the home of his inlets M ' W ' Jack Holland, M.M, •son, Bert Gibbings, no Friday, at ".. 1