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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1934-02-01, Page 1With Which is Anaalgannated The GOrr e Vidette and Wroxeter News. Igingle Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO; THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st, 1934 `CARS COLLIDE IN SNOW STORM Mr. and Mrs. Jack MdMichael, Mrs. A. Joynt and Miss Beatrice Joynt had a thrilling experience on Sunday af- ternoon rtbont 4cs'clock when they were retttreing from Hensall where they were visiting Mrs: Joynt's son, T. C Joynt. Between 13lyth and Bel - grave It was almost impossible to see on account of the snow storm; and a Goderich car ran into them, Jack had the left fender of hie car bent and the hub cap torn. off, The other car had its rear fender bent. As both ears were practically stopped at the time of the accident was very for- tunate or the damage might have been much geeater. 13oth cars proceeded on their way under their own power. MILDMAY ENTERS BRUCE LEAGUE The Mildmay intermediate hockey team has entered the Bruce Hockey League and have been accorded a bye , to play on with the winners of Dur- ibam and Walkerton. It is reported that Mildmay has de- veloped a strong club and are expect- ed to give Te'eswater or Winghare a , seal argument. :Hot Valentine Dinner Will be held in the United Church .,on Feb. 14th under the auspices of the Women's .Association. Reserve •this date. Admission 25; Children 15; Everybody Welcome. Lady -Bowlers' Bridge On Monday evening the Lady Bow- lers held a bridge at the home of Mrs J. H. Crawford. The prizes were •won4by Mrs. G. L. Brackenbury and .Mrs. 3. Wanker. Following the splay lunch was served. ...Buy Groceries at King's Seeded Raisins, 2 pkgs. 34; Extra 'Large Prunes, 2 lbs. 35c; Large Bot- tle Vanilla 23; Fresh Walnuts, halves 49c; Valencia Raisins 2 lbs. 29c, Mc- Laren's Jellies 4 for 23c, Large Jar Baking Powder 33; New Pak Marma- Jade 29; Heinz Soup 3 for 35c, Cheese • Wafers 18c, Large Size Posturn 53; September Cheese 15; Extra Grade -Coffee 39; Cottana's Bird Seed 19; ileirtz 'Beans 3 for 25; Five String Brooms 39; Fresh Eggs (Extras) 23c 'Creamery Butter 26c, Macaroni 4 Ibs. 25c, 75e Orange Pekoe Tea 69c.—King ,Bros, INSTITUTE FIELD - BURNS SESSION „Rev. Kenneth MacLean Gave An Address on •Burns 'The regular meeting of the Wing- -learn Branch of the Wornen's Institute, was held on Thursday, Jan. 25th, The president, Mrs. M. Anderson, was ii. charge of the opening 'exercises. A number of business items weretaken care of after which a Scotch program -was presented. The first two nutribers •were rendered by Mrs, D. Rae, Burns and Scotland Yet and Flow Gently, .`Sweet Afton, in her usual pleasing, style. Rev. Kenneth MacLean, pester of St Andrew's Presbyterian church •gave a talk on Robbie Burris. Born -in 1759, he,'stated that Butes was al- ways thought of as Robbie, seldom ever called IR.obert, and was one of Scotland's best-known poets, While .England had many,- we heer very lit- tle of Scotland's. Hewas unedo- . cated as we of toda3r think of edu- cation, hut his poems were in the 'language of the present, arid it reached their heart as none others had: He would write a poem about flower or an animal. At the age of 17 he rebelled against the stern rule of his father, and started out with other young people to brush up his manners. He was always having loye affairs and several poems were, written about his different fancies. He was fond of company, and was not always in the best. The highest sal- ary he had reteivecl was forty pounds a year. Beekles he had sold a number of 'his poems, but was always poor. His religion was the love of his life and litonanity, though professing Cal- era.nisre. Followitig thiS address, Miss M. Melnonald, favored with a song, The roll -call was atiswered by a quea- tioe feont laurn's poems.' The meet - sing Was brought to a conclesion with the Natioutsl Anthem, after whkil Scotch lunch was served, consisting of scones, oat cakes, etce by Mts. John Tervit, Mra, G. Orvis and Mrs, W, Stewart, tvho tvere the hostesses for the day . FELL, FROM LAD, DER BREAKING KNEE Lay Three Days and Three Nights Before Help Arriveg. --a First Thought on Being Found Was For the Cattle Which Had Not Been Fed,• 'lo lie for three days and three nights on a barn floor with her right knee broken was the harrowing ex- perience of Miss Catherine Ross, 70 years old, who farms 2 miles north of Whitechurch, On Tuesday Morn- ing last week she went to the barn to put down some hay for the cattle and the ladder slippedand she fell about 18 feet to the barn floor, free- turine-her right knee. On Friday morning the mail carrier noticed that the mail had not been removed from the box and immediately noti- fied Mac Ross, whose son went at once to investigate. Her firstthought on being found was for the cattle which had been withoet feed all this time and were beildwing and pawing She wanted them fed at once. During thp days' and nights she lay on the barn floor she managed to keep the vrinter•cold away by covering her- self with the hay she had thrown down, Dr. H. W. Colborne was Called and she was rushed to Wing -ham General Hospital where the fracture was re- duced and we are pleasect to report that she is now improving- very nice- ly. PRIJDS. RETAIN LEAD THOUGH OILERS WIN fie With Welders 3-3 As Glisters Drop Another 6-4 Arena, Jan. 30..—The green clad Welders overcame a two goal lead to hold the Prudentials to an all tie in the first half, of Tuesday's doublehill while the Old Timers took another beating from the Oilers in the night - nee. Handicapped by the loss of three regulars the Oilers' win was a distinct surprise. The first game was a fair exhibition, Reg, Douglas cut his head in prac- tise andewas bothered a bit an night while Groves stopped nearly fifty shots. Ed. Williams scored the first goal after eleven 'minutes of play in the first period, the pude rolling off Douglas' glove into tbe net., Sesmer's long shot forced through the unfortunate Douglas' pads for the first' goal of the .second period. Fred Mellor scored the Welder's first, bat- ting in a loose puck at the thirteen minute mark and Templeman evened the score on a pass from. Cruickshanlas after ten minutes of the 3rd. Two minutes later, Somers took Brovvne's nice pass to pick the far corner. The Welders went to work again and just before the game ended Bert Mitchell tied it up on a scramble, Browne, R Groves and Smith looked best for the Feuds, while Gurney; Mellor, Scott and Harriston played consistent hock- ey for the Welders. Prudentials—Goal, R. Groves; L. Def., Somers; R. Def., Towne; Centre, H. Browne; L. Wing, Williams; R. Wieg, Smith; Subs, Gray, Bok. (Continued on page Five) Paper Late This Week ak We regret that the paper is late this week but i IVO of our staff were away, Mr, W. 13, McCool injured himself playing hockey Tuesday even- ing ..and Neil Williamson who runs the linotype was home with a cold' Suffered a Weak Spell On Saturday Mr, S, Piper was stricken with a weak spell. At the time ot going to press he was doing as well as could be expected, Tikes Position in Toronto 1, -Ronald Rae left foa Toronto ,Saturs day, where he has aceepted a posi- tion -in the offices of the Internation- al Harvester Co. e. Selling Men's Suits Big -values in the larger sizes (40 to 46).,r"''.!: the better class of Men's Suits 's ken! Come in and see what your money, will do in the buying of rrew suit. —King Bros. Chamber' of Corninerce Annual Meeting „The, annual meeting of the .Chann her' of Commerce will be held in the, Council Chamber on Tuesday ,even- ing„ February lath, at 8 o'clock, for the purpose of receiving, rePorts for the, year 1.933 and the election 'of, of- ficers for the ensttiog- year, LOCAL BOYS JOIN WITH CLINTON JRS. YeA group of Clinton sportsmen wit- nessed Thursday night's double head- er and were greatly impressed with four of the local youngsters, In an effort to strengthen up the Clinton Junior 0.H.A. entry they plan using Murray Rae of the Prudentials, and Ted. Elliott, Jim Thompson and Lan- ce Browne of the Supertests. If play- ing certificates can be obtained for these boys they will play the 'season with the southern team, and no cloulst will greatly strengthee their new team. , `fa LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mrs. W. Turner is spending a few days in Toronto. You'll be amazed—use Cress Corn Salve—At McKibbon's Drug Store Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Armitage are on a two weeks' visit to Toronto, Detroit and Walkerville. Mrs. D, Henderton of Kincardine was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Hitchings, Shuter St., on Saturday. Mrs. John Dodds, Redvers, Sask., is visiting with her sistere Dr. Margaret C Calder and friends in this vicinity. Capt W. J. Adams attended the funeral of his cousin the late 'Alex. Porterfield in Orangeville on Thurs- day. 'The regular meeting of the general Auxiliary to the General Hospital will be held in the Council Chamber cia1 Monday afternoon, Feb. 5t1 at Miss Margaret Piper of Toronto and Mr. Fred Piper, Oshaetra, were horne for the week -end on account of the illness of -their father, Mr. S. Piper. Mrs. K. Howard of Tgronto was the guest early this :week of her sis- ter, Mrs. R. S. McGee and attended Miss C. Geddes funeral at Belgrave on Monday. Among those 'from a distance at- tending the funeral of the late Mrs. Eastie were Mr. arid leIrs. Ray Carr, Mrs. Janes, Mrs, Rodgers, Mrs. An- drews ef Toronto; Mr. G. French and Mrs. Wm.. French of Gormley, Mr, F. Harvey, Unionville, Ont. .Miss Kay Williams arrived' at her home in Toronto on Thursday last after spending a delightful f our months lia..,cation• in 'sunny California with Mrs. Edward Williaine of town. Mrs. Williams proposes spending the remainder of the winter there. Isards . After stock taking Sale of Women's and Misses' Coats, Dresses and Sweat- ers. Your choice for only One Dol- lar, Friday and Saturday. Horse Dropped Dead on Street 4,00 Saturday evening shortly after supper time a horse drivert by Mrs. George Currie, East Wawanosh, drop- ped' dead on the corner of Edward and John St „\e, Sunday School Held Skating Party The United Church Sunday School held a skating party in the Arena on Friday evening. There was a large crowd present and it most enjoyable time was spent. There was seeing and other competitions, and all were treated to hot dogs and coffee. Chiinney Fire on. Monday About 3.45 Monday afternoon the siren tried to call the firemen to duty but it was necessary for the old bell to complete the call. Visions of a bad fire during the bad, storm were dis- pelled when it was lotted that it was a chimney fire at Mrs. W, McCoy's on Alfred St., and only chemicals were necessary to be taken to the scene. The fire burned itself out with no damage done. CAMPAIGN AGAINST WARBLE FLY The Agricultural Representative for the County, Ian inIcLeod, has made aeraogernents for a supply of powder for 'Warble Fly and ca.psules for Bots in horses tet be given out ai Adam's Feed Store. This is it part of the campaign against these pests and this preventa- tive. is available to residents of Turn - berry and also those on the Morris Poundery. It is supplied at cost and will be ready for distribution at the end of this w.eek, The farmers of this disiriet should talse advantage of this Speentl offer as all concerned are doing their part in order that the fly may be brought un- der control. Subscriptions $2, 0 Per Ye COMMUNITY BENEFIT CARNIVAL Arersa, Hospital and Band to Benefit. —Marshall Mattress for Lucky Ticket Prize. Wingharn Chamber of Commerce' again sponsors a great community event to take place Friday evening, .Feb. 16th, in the local Arena. This time it will be a mid. -winter Ice Cars nivel -with all the gaiety, excitement and fun of the popular and colorful events. Already folks, yoing and old, are discussing costurnet' end disguises and many are the etuesses; as to the variety of progratue. A capable committee is being built up to com- plete the nedeisary arrangements and rumor has it that every effort will be put forth to make this Carnival the big event of winter entertainment. The President of the Chamber of Commercehas received as a gift from the Marshall Mattress Co., a beauti- ful spring fulled mattress to be given as a prize to the holder of the lucky admission ticket to this Carnival. The Marshall Mattress Company •de eoe- siderable good work in this manner in widely distributed .communties and the local organization is very grate- ful for the splendid gift froin this well and favorably known Company. A fine community spirit has grown up in our midst, centred around the organizing of various activities from which all the profits go to benefit something of value to the whole dis- trict and with the Arena, Hospital and the Band all benefitting iforn the Car- nival the success of the event is as- sured. Here is an opportunity for ev- ery citizen to boost community enter - prize. No doubt the Chamber of Commerce will follow their establish- ed custom of exceptional value in en- tertainment for the price of a,dmis- sion. Let every citizene of the entire district help! iF C. G. I. T. HOLD SUPPER MEETING On Monday the C. G. I. T. of the United Church held a supper meeting at Which the mothers of the girls and a few others interested in work were present. Miss Evelyn Craw, Toronto, Sec- retary of the Girls' Work Board of the United Church was present and showed slides of CG.I.T. summer camps and spoke on C.G.I.T. work, She also conducted a few garnes for the girls. The Young People's Society, whose mectiug took place later the same ev- ening were also favored with an ad- dress by Miss Craw. NON NOBIS NATI SOLUM" Which Means "Not Born for Our- selves Alone." The above is the motto of the Chamber of Commerce threughout the British Empire. It is the motto of the local Chamber of Commerce. Durieg the past years the local Chamber of Commerce has demons- trated time and time again that Pit strives to live rap to this motto. Last year should long be remembefed by the people of this district so far as the Chamber of Commerce is concern- ed. One of the important items of business Jest year wasta1 c purchase of the X-ray, in conjunction with oth- er organizations, which already has served it most useful purpose in the community. The Band Committee also raised considerable mollies and there was the Christmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund also the play by local talent "A Bold Front." The Chamber of Commerce has been of great service to this town and cornmnity arid with the sa,me hearty co-operation of the public can con- tinue to be so. There is still about $400 to be rais- ed for the X -Ray Fend and there are many other actifaities that can be un- dertaken. The animal meeting of the Chamber of Commerce will be held on Tuesday evenbag; Feb. 13th, in the Town and all citizens are asked to be present and help formulate the plans for this year, so that 1934 will be e. banner year for the Chamber of Commerce in service to our commun- ity. "Ntark the date—Make it a point to be preaent at the annual meeting. New members are cordially tveleorne, HIGH SCHOOL OPEP.1 LITERAR.Y Thursday night, this week is the big night of the year for the Wingham High School Students and their Par- entssand friends. Their Open Liter- ary Meeting will be held that evening in the Town Hall, The program this years is expect- ed to be particularly entertaining and the hall should 'be crowded to capac- ity. Admission: all High School Stu- dents, Free; children under 14, accorri- panied by their parents, 10c; all oth- ers 25c. OBITUARY Mrs. James VariCan2p Following it lingering sickness l3er- tha, Rose Haney, beloved wife of James VanCamp, 1st concession of Morris, passed away at her late home early Monday morning, Jan. 29th, in her 42nd year. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Haney of Bluevaie. Twenty years ago she married her now bereft hus- band and 'for some time lived on the gravel road near Belgrave. .Seven years ago they moved to the 1st con- cession of Morris. e Surviving besides her sorrowing husband are two sons, Ronald and Howard at home, also one sister, Mrs. j. Higgins (Mina) Pilot Mound, Man., and four brothers ,Harvey of Brant- ford, Howard, Riverdale, Calif., Fred, Calgary, Alta, and W. H., of Wing - ham. The funeral -was held from her late residence on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 31st. Rev, Kenneth MacLean ;of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Wingham, conducted the service at the home and graveside. Interment took place in Brandon Cemetery, Bel - grave. Francis John S .Holloway The death occurred early Wednes- day morning, Jan. 24th, of Francis John S. Holloway, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia. The late Mr. Holloway, who was Stipendiary Magistrate 'of Lunenburg County ,was born in Crosshill, Water- loo County, Ontario and was in his 71st year. He was educated in Wa- terloo and passed his civil service ex- aminations in 1882, entering the postal service at Wingharn. and later being employed by the Bank of Hamilton. tater Mr. Holloway went to Louis- ville ,Kentecky, where he entered business. Thirty years ago he mot -ed to Mahone Bay and was engaged for some time in photographic work. In 1908 he .was appointed Stipen- diary Magistrate of Lunenberg Coun- ty and when the Town of 'Mahone Bay was incorporated in 1914 he was appointed Stipendiary Magistrate of the town, a position he held with honour and dignity to the time of his death. Thirty-one years ago he married Miss Nellie, daughter of Parton Joucl- rey of Mahone Bay, and Mrs. Hollo- way survives her husband, together with two children Minerva, Mrs. Cyril Houghton, of Chester, and Elsie, wife of Irin Hamilton of Halifax, now residing in Mahone. Another slaugh- ter, Dorthea passed away several years ago. Three grandchildren and three sisters and one brother also survive,' Mrs, R. S. Campbell, Glen- annon; Mrs. G. Simpson Cleghorne Miss. Emily 'Holloway and Edmond. Holloway of Wingliam. The late Mr. Holloway was strick- en a year ago with heart trouble, but he survived and until a month ago wes in better health. A second attack, however; peoved fatal. Ile wa,s a life-long Liberal and an adherent of the United Church, LISTOWEL'CHILD DROWNED FRIDAY Normals McKeneie, Listowel, aged three years and 10 months; was drown ed Friday afternoon .when his sled carried him over the bank of the riv- er, His body was forted under the stores on the north side of Main St. a half hour later and carried in Sehin- bein's „store, where medical aid was promptly stone -toned, but efforts to revive him failed. The child had been playing on the river bank with other children. Ple was the only son of Mrs. Gothetine 1VIcKerizie and the late Malcolm McKenzie, formerly of Scot - lead, who died two years ago es a re- etilt of injuries teceined in the Great War, St. ANDREW'S CHURCH ANNUAL MEETING Encouraging Reports Received With Spirit of Optimism At the united meeting of the con- gregation of St. Andrew's Preibyter- ian Church held Wednesday evening last week encouraging reports were heard from the various societies of the church. " Following it short devotional period led by Rev. Kenneth MacLean, he was chosen chairman for the sneeting. Mr. T. C. King, the secretary, read the report of the last annual meetieg and the treasurer, A. L, Posliff, gave his report. The W. M. S. report was presented by Mrs. J. A. Fells and s,hovved that this society had enjoyed a most suc- cessful year. The receipts for 1933 were well maintained and the society had rnet their budget in full. , The report of the Sonclay School was given by H, F. McGee and show- ed there are now 200 members on the roll, including- the Young Men's Class The average attendance was 115, the highest being 153. The secretafy's report of the Ladies Aid was read by Mrs. E. R. Harrison, This society had 'done some very use- ful work during the year. Besides sending 'flowers to the sick they had also placed flowers in the church on special occasions A new rug was purchased for the S. S. platform and the S. S. tables were repaired, many of them re-topPed and the tables and chairs all re -finished. Many necessary repairs were also made to the manse. During the year they quilted 16 quilts and held three teas and sales of bak- ing and two miscellaneous showers. They are financially in very good con- dition, having a balance of $315.98 on hand. Scott Mitchell gave the report for the Westminster Guild which showed that the Young People's Society en- joyed a most successful year. The report of the Session was read by Elliott in which it was sta.tecl that there are now 407 members, the sarne' as the previous year. During the year nine new members were re- ceived into fellowship with the church and six members were removed by death a.nd three by certificate. He also reported that Mr. Vi'.; H. Haney was appointed as Superintendent of the Sabbath school and Mr. F. J. Hill was re -appointed as Choi's-- leader, The following were re-elected to the Board of Managers orafperiod of three years, T. C. King, A. L. Pose life David Currie, Geo. Wilson, D. Rae. Mr. Donald Rae was elected to the Board of. Trustees to take the place of the late John Anderson, who passed away during the year. R. H. Lloyd and W. H. Haney were appointed ateditors. Mr. Haney re- placing Mr. H. B. Elliott, who had filled this office for 22 years and wished to be relieved. It was decided to continue the bi:oaon dlcastinpg for atillihe eorevryear. service over 40.• On Mediterranean Trip Dr. and Mrs. R. C. ISedmond left on Saturday for New York from where they will sail on a two months' cruise of the Mediterranean. Played With Queen's Juniors yJack Brackenbury, SOTI of Principal G. L, lirackenlaury of the High school who is attending Queen's University and h is playing with their junior team. This team is a real good one as they trimmed the R,M.C, team last week by 6-1. Jack's friends here will be pulling for him to score plenty of goals for his team. Hog Prices on the Up -Grade One of the bright spots hi the life of the farmer, these days is the rising price of hogs. Last year at this time hogs were selling around $3.00, and at the present time the price is over $0.00, It is said thahwith 20,000 hogs being taken by the export market the price limy go higher and, it would be a wonderful thing for the Ontario far - eters if this happened. Attending Com:elation in Toronto The members of the Public Utilities Commission, W. IL Gurney, A. J. Walker and Mayor j. W. Hanna left on Weritiesday morning for Toronto to attend a meeting of the Ontario Municipal Electlic Association which is being held. Wedrres&iy and Thur.'s- day this week, Mr, Giterie,y is it member of the Exeeutive of this elatitem LOCAL RINK WINS BONSPEIL At Curling Donspeil beid m Wroxeter on Friday a local rink: W. T. Booth, Dr. Irwin, Art \Allison and Donald Rae, skip, vvon the Trophy event. In the first round they defeat- ed Edgar of Wroxcter 16-10, 2nd round theY won from Dickson or Bel- rnore 15-8, and the thiird round they won irOm MeEuan, Wroxet er, 12-7. In the, finals they defeated Bean of Listowel 12.-8. The other local rink at the Bon - spiel was: H. Ross, Ed. Nash, Jim Carr, and Jack Currie, slaip. They won their first game 1,5-16 from Herd of Belmore, and lost their second 11- 7 to Bean of Listowel. In the Second event they defeated Ross of Brussels 12-3 but lost to Dickson of Belmore in the next round 12-8. HOCKEY PLAY-OFF NEXT WEEK On Tuesday and Thursday even- ing's next week the first series of the Town Hockey League Play-offs -will be held. The tearn •coming first will play the 3rd team and the team who stands 2nd will play thee team stand- ing 4th. There will be two games each night This series will be simil- ar to home and home games with' goals to count. Following this 'series the winners will play best two out of three games. LUCKNOW MASONS INSTAL OFFICERS At the regular meeting of Old Light Lodge No. 184 A.F. & A.M. held last Thursday night the following officers were installed for 1934 by Wor. Bro. G. VI, Stuart, W.M.—Roy McGee, Wingham I.P.M.—A. W. Hamilton S. W. Robert Fisher • J.W.—S. Murchison-, Chap.—Rev. C. H. McDonald Treas.—W. W. Hill Sec.—R. V. McKenzie S.D.—J. S. McKenzie J.D.—D. 13. Blue S.S.—N. McLennan J.S.-0. Crawford Tyler—k j. Cameron D. of C,—W. J. Davison Wednesday Evening at the Arena That skating has taken . hold here Ibis winter is demonstrated by the large crowd that attend the Arena on Wednesday evening when the band is present. Some of the old timers who have not skated for years are not only enjoying their fun on the blades but are becoming very enthusiastic. Meet your friends at the Arena on Wednesday evenings. LADIES' GUILD ELECT.OFFICERS societi Had Susseccful .Year. The annual meeting of the Ladies' Guild of St, Paul's Church was held on Friday last at the home of the President, Mrs, Fred Fuller, There was it splendid attendance of memisers and. the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President—Mrs. Fred Fuller, 1st Vice Pres,—Mre. Fred johnson, 2nd Vice Pres.—Mrs. E. Hayes, 3rd Vice Pres.—Mrs, H. Mitchell. ,Seeretary—,Mrs„ Richard. Clegg. Treas.—Mrs. J. W. Dodd. Collectors—Miss R. McCurdy., Mrs. T. Garrett, Mrs, H. Mitchell and Mrs. E. Armitage. Floral Cone—Mrs, A. Johnson and Mrs. Dawson. Visiting Cone—Mre. Pell; Mrs, Dawson, Mrs, Lewis and Mrs. Town; Execrative Com. --All the officers and collectors, together with Mrs. F. Preeton and Mrs. W. Lepard. A very gratifying report of the year's work \gas read by the Secre- tary, showing a great deal of tvork had been accomplished and the fin- ances in good tondition. A hearty vote of thanks was tendered the Pres- ident for her untiring eVorts in this work and was responded to Itr thank - Mg all the tnernbers for their splen- did co,,operation and asking for a eon- tinttance Of the same for the coming year. All the letainess being completed, delieious refreshments were eeetted by the hostess and a sociel heti fiotr 'was much enjoM by all preaent,