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The Wingham Advance Times, 1934-12-20, Page 9it With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vedette and Wroxeter News. `Single "sCgpie ,Five Cents• :FULL HOUSE AT. SACRED CONCERT Proceeds Will Swell the Christmas Tree sand Santa Claus Fund. The Chamber of Commerce Annual :Sacred Concert held Sundays evening in the:: Town Hall, drewa large aud- ience and .the committee in charge of this activity are indeed grateful to the - people for their splendid co-operation and also wish to express their apprec- iia'eion to .those who took part in the program. Mayor John W. Hanna was chair- man, and introduced the following program. Hymn, "Hard the Herald Angels Sing. Prayer, Rev: Kenneth MacLean. Solo, : George Henderson, accom- panied by Mr, Millis. Trio, Messrs. Norton, Campbell and Templeman, accompanied by R. Mundy. -Hymn, "Silent Night" Solo, Miss Myra MacDonald, ac- companied by, Mr. Willis. Violin Duet; Messrs. M. Christie and Les. Clarke, accompanied by Miss M. Gibson. -.Selection by the Presbyterian Sun- day School Orchestra. Instrumental Trio,Mr. Schatte, G. Rintoul and Billy Burgman. Hymn "Away in a Manger." Piano Duet, "Misses Marjorie Gib- son and Tena Reid. Selection, by Presbyterian Sunday School Orchestra. Violin Duet, Messrs. M. Christie and Les.; Clarke, accompanied by Miss M. Gibson, Instrumental Duet, G. A. Schatte and Billy Burgman.. Solo A. Nor trop, accompanied by Roy Mundy. Hymri "Joy to the World." Dr. Redmond gave a short talk and stxplained the uses to which the rnon ey collented for the Xmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund was put and urged all who could to aid this worthy cause by subscribing at either of the banks. The concert was brought to a close by the singing of "God Save the Ming" and Rev. Mi Roberts: proms siouncing 'the Benediction. The proceeds of the silver collec- tion taken at the door were $25.06. Always a leader of value and qual- ity in Diamonds, Hamilton's Xmas ' showing $15,00 to $'75.00. • SPECIAL PICTURE The .Lyceum Theatre is fortunate in securing the picture "Little Wo- men" for showing at Christinas time, 'The book "Little Women" written -by Louisa M. Alcott has been read by rmillions and the scene laid way down east in a New England home, never grows old. This is good clean enter- tainment for young and old, and the Christmas scenes in the picture are particularly appropriate at this sea- son. Tlie Lyceum Theatre will be op - len every night during Xmas and New Year's weeks, !Christmas` Tree Concert Christmas Tree and Entertainment at Browntown on Friday evening, Dec. 21st. One -act play ` in addition to usual program. St. Paul's Sunday 'School Concert The annual Sunday School Concert 1 sof .St. Paul's Anglican Church will be held in the basement of the church on ;Thursday evening, Dec. 20th, com- mencing at 8 o'clock. A splendid pro- gramme has been provided. Every- body welcome. A silver collection ,will be taken at the door, Join the pleased customers that are •takin'g advantage of reasonably pric- 'ed goods at Hamilton's Jewelry Store --now located iii The Wallpaper Shop, W;C.T.U. The regular monthly meeting of the W.C.T.U.- was 'held at the home of Mrs. A H. Musgrove, Centre Street, on Thursday afternoon, December 13, 'Tile President, Mrs, R. Tindall, was in the chair, Those taking part in the opening exercises were; Miss I•Tostet- er, Mrs. (Rev.) Anderson, The Cap- tain of the Salvation Arany and Mrs, Sarjcnt. A paper on Citizenship was read by Mrs. A, H, Musgrove, fol.- hawed ol-hawed by recitations by Lilu Evans and Mary Droumbolis which -were greatly appreciated. The business cit" the tneeting being finished, the meet- ing closed with prayer by Mrs. Stone, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2Oth 193 WINGHAM, ONTARIO THU , ,; � Subscription s $2,00 Per Year ST. ANDREW'S SUN- DAY SCHOOL XMAS ENTERTAINMENT Children *Presented Fine Coneert There was a large gathering pres- ent on Tuesday evening when ,the an- nual Sunday School Christmas Enter- tainmenter- tai nof n to St. Andrew's Presbyter- ian• Church was held in the Sunday , School room. Mr. W. H. Rainey, Superintendent of 'the Sunday School, was chairman and following the singing of a hymn and prayer by Rev.' Kenneth Mac- Lean, the minister, introduced the following program: Chorus, "Away in a Manger', Miss Baker's class. Chorus "Good King Wencelas", by. boys of Miss Wilson's and Miss Hen- derson's class. Group Recitation, "Xmas Candles", girls of Miss Greir's class. Orchestra selection. Drill, "Xmas Presents", Miss Reid's class. e1 Dialogue, "Our Lovliest Xmas," by Mrs. Lloyd's class. Solo, Eddie Carter. Recitation, Raymond Bell. Piano Duet, Mary McKibbon and Betty Rae. Distribution of Prizes, Recitation, Mary Droumbolis. Instrumental selection by members of Mrs Lloyd's class. Recitation, Ruby Casemore. Orchestra selection. Dialogue, "A Xmas Party", girl;; of Mrs. Fells' class. Recitation, "The Three Kings", by Sylvia Droumbolis. Orchestra selection. Santa Claus arrived much 'to the enjoyment of all. Gift Slippers and Shoes, at prices to please.—Greer's Shoe Store. Chas. A. Robertson, M.L.A., Is Much Better Mr. Chas. A. Robertson, M.L.A., was in town on .-Monday and we are pleased to report that he is much im- proved in health. He stated that he not only was feeling better but that he was able to take part in the Lib- eral caucus. in, Toronto and that this activity rather than tiring hint out, was a stimuhis to him. His harry friends in this community will be very happy that he has made such splendid progress following the stroke he suf- fered during the summer. ST. ANDREW'S W.M.S. ELECT OFFICERS The W. M. S. of St. Andrew's Pres- byterian Church 'held its annual meet- ing in the basement of the church on Wednesday afternoon. Devotional exercises were led by Mrs. E. Harri- son, Mrs. Tervitt, Mrs. Hammond and Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. H. MacLean gave a paper on the day's topic "Formosa's Jubilee" and "Looking. Forward:" Mrs. McKibbon was given a life membership, the presentation being made by Mrs. W. Henderson, Reports of the different secretaries showed a successful year. After the regular meeting, Mrs: (Rev.) MacLean took the chair and called for the report of the nominat- ing committee, The officers nomin- ated were then elected to office and Mrs, MacLean conducted an impress- ive installation service. Those elected were: Hon, Pres, -=Mrs: K. MacLean, President --Mrs, H, McGee, 1st Vice Pres.—Nits. A. E. Lloyd. 2nd Vice Pres -Miss' M. Anderson. Secretary -.Mrs. T. C. King. • Treasurer -Mrs. Jno. Fells. Glad Tidings Sec, --Mrs. W. Mitch- ell. Press Sec.Miss C. Mc1+3urney.' Welcome and Welfare -Mrs. Jno. Currie,' Mrs, Hammond. Literary andLibrary—Miss M. Graham. Supply --Mrs. J. W. McKibbon. Houle Helpers—Mrs. D. Rae, Mrs.. W. J. Henderson, Organist—Mrs. IK,. MacLean, Assist. Organist—Mrs. F. Cartel;. Nont Com. --Mrs. Olver and yrs. G. Wilson, Social Sec.—Mrs. J. Nicholson. Mission Band Pres,—Miss F. Wit- son. Assistants—Mrs. H. Campbell, Mrs, T. Currie, Mrs. E. Harrison. Auditors—Miss E. Gilchrist, Miss McLaughlin. TRIPLE V CLASS ELECT OFFICERS Last Sunday afternon: the Triple V Bible Class held its election of offic- ers for the ensuing year . Mr. E. S. Copeland and the Rev. J, F. Ander- son were in charge and thesfollowing. is the result; ' President—Jack Herd. Vice Pres.—DeWitt Miller, Secretary—Dan. Gillies. Treasurer—Harold Wild, The following committees.were sel- ected by the Executive to be pre- sented for approval at class next Sun- day: Social—Joe Tiffin, Alvin Procter and Ken, -Lott. Literary: and Broadcasting—DeWitt Miller and J; Clarke. Publicity and Transportation-I(en. Lee and Ernie Bolt: • Sports Convenor—Bert Mitchell. Music Convenor—Wilber Tiffin. Pianists -Les. Clark, N. Davidson. After the election Mr. Copeland gave a short talk on "The Spirit of Christmas." See '.Lyceum Theatre ' Advt. • for Special Holiday Attractions. HOCKEY GAME The first game of the season will be played on Thursday, Dec. 27th, when the Seaforth Highlanders will be here to meet the local Indians. This should be a right bang-up game of hockey. Come along and cheer the boys along in this opening O,H.A In- termediate game. Special attractions traictions at Lyceum The- atre for Christmas. A POEM FOR REEVES With Apologies to Sir Walter Scott Breathes there a Reeve with soul so dead; Who never to himself hath said I really want to be the head Of Huron County Council? Whose heart has ne'er within Bien yearned To preside o'er the wise and learned and get a cane when it is earned From Huron County Council. If such there be, he's not the best And ought to go and take a rest And never more again address The Huron County Council. Make Greer's Shoe Stbre your headquarters for Christmas Footwear. Liberal Executive Met Monday The Liberal Executive of North Huron held a meeting in the Council Chamber here on Monday afternoon. Although they were in session for some time we understand that little business of importance' was transact- ed. According to reports no immed- iate nomination bonvention will be called, this being left till spring. The following telegram was sent to Hon. W. L. Mackenzie King: To the Hon. W. L. Mackenzie King, Ottawa, Ont. The Liberal 'Executive of North Huron today assembled in Wingharn de"sire to extend to you our felicita- tions on this your birthday and wish you many more years of health and happiness and service to our country. Hugh Hill, Pres. Dr. Shaw, Sec. pro tem. MORE MONEY NEEDED- FOR THE XMAS. TREE FUND This is .an Urgent Appeal to Sub- scribe Now to the Xmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund. • The Christmas Tree and Santa Claus Fund needs ,our subscription at once. Last year at this time this fund had a good deal more subscrib- ed, than at present.. This is an urgent appeal to all citi- zens who have not as yet subscribed to do so at once. No amount too small, but be as generous as you can. Subscriptions lists at both Banks for your convenience. The Free Christmas Concert and gifts' for the kiddies will take place in the Town Hall at 7.30 Friday evening this week, • Lovely Gift Slippers for each mem- ber of the family. See thein at Greer's Shoe Store. Glenannan School Concert Don't forget the concert at Glen annan .School, Thursday, December 20th, at 8.15 p.m. Admission, adults 10c, children 5c. Editor's Wife Injured Mrs. Chas. Hynds, wife of the edit- or of the Lumsden News -Record, who visited with her neice, Mrs. W. W. Armstrong, last summer, fell as she was ascending the cellar stairway at her home and suffered a fractured leg. Extra special value, a Community Plate, Adams pattern, silver tea ser- vice, regular $25.00 value, for only $15.00, at Hamilton. Jewelry Store. IAN McLEOD AD- DRESSED' INSTITUTE He Told of What Department are Do- ing for the Boys and Girls. The ladies of the l,Wo>tnen's Insti- tute held their regular meeting in the Council Chamber on Thursday after- noon, with a splendid - attendance. Mrs. 5, J. Elliott and Mrs. Geo. Case - more were responsible for the pro- gram. Following the opening exercis- es, Mrs. Elliott? gave a paper on "What Christmas should mean to us" which was much .appreciated, A sal- ection on the piano and mouth organ by Arnold Vint; was much enjoyed. The guest speaker for the occasion was, Ian McLeod, Agricultural Re- presentative from. Clinton, who told of what they are doing for the teen- age boys and girls. There were twen- ty senior and four junior institutes in the County of Huron. They were en- gaged principally, in . organization work, such as Schools Fairs, Calf Clubs, Public Speaking. Contests' and Hoene Economics for girls, Through- out the county, they had given fifteen special courses, and there had been an average attendance of 30 boys and 34` girls. :In connection with the school fairs, there was the Judging Compe- tition, which was an excellent 'thing for the boy or girl. Belgrave had the best fair in the county, there having been 1400 entries. Mrs. W. ; H. Fraser presented a Scottish program, which she had re- ceived from ScoIand, in which the lo- cal organizatioln' was very much in- erested. INSTITUTE PLAN ANOTHER COURSE The relief program, for the Gorrie Women's Institute was in charge of Group 2, when they met at Mrs. E. W. Bolton's home on Wednesday .af- ternoon. Mrs; John Cathersconduct- ed the program which opened in the usual manner.. Mrs, Carroll Gregg gave the topic "A Christmas Story" in which she gave "Christmas in Leg- end and History" "The Great Holiday of the Western World is an enduring. link in a long and beautiful chain of tradition." Mrs. J. Cathers gave some fine thoughts on the motto "The Power of Kindness." Mrs. Kaine read a .short poem in keepingwith the Christmas Spirit, While there was no demonstration cn home decofations, Mrs. Gregg gave some worthwhile suggestions on the subject, after which.the president took charge of the business period. Plans were made to send Christmas cheer to needy families. Mrs.. Kaine reported 22 gifts were received for a recent Sunshine Bag which was tak- en to a shut-in. The"Institute decid- ed to have a three-day short course in the Spring on "House Pla.nnini and Home 'Decoration." Following the business, roll call was responded to when ` each one present, both little and big, palled a "fish" from the pond. Plans were made for Family Night to be ''held in the evening_ of the reg- ular Institute Day in January, when a debate entitled "Is Modern Civiliza- tion a Failure?" will form part of the program. The meeting closed with the Na- tional Anthem. During the social per- iod, lunch was served by Mesdames Kaine and Earngey assisted by the hostess. CAPT. ADAMS' XMAS PARTY Here's News for the Boys and Girls Capt. Adams, proprietor of the Ly- ceum Theatreis again this year don- ating a free show for the boys and girls of this community. The Party will take place at the theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday afternoon and he has a dandy program for you. Christmas Concert Don't forget the Christmas Concert at Cur.rie's School, Friday evening, Dec. 21st. Admission e and 10c, Recovering from, Flu We are pleased to report that Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mts. Stanley Hare, is recovering from an attack of the flu, Please Assist .Us Over the Xmas holidays many citizens will have relatives and friends visit them. Kindly send in the navies of your visitors to this office as early as possible. Phone 34. Thank you. Special on Fox Furs Two only—one Silver and Red of this season's Fax Scarfs remain. These are first quality and guaranteed perfect. Offered at 30% reduction dur- ing Xmas season only. A most beau- tiful gift, Laidlaw Fur Fartn, Phone 366-J. Appointed Car License Issuer Mr. Alfred Carr has been appointed car license issuer replacing Mr. David MacDonald who has held this posi- tion for some years; We understand xh. that Mr. Carr will take. over his ne`v ���"��`3rG`�: ditties an the first of the New Year. SUBSCRIBE NOW TO THE COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS TREE AND CONCERT FUND Subscription received at both Banks. Free Concert in Town Hall at 7.30 p.m., on Friday, bec. 21st. Help provide baskets of provisions and a bag of ooclies for the children. Un'. cicr auspices of the Chamber of 'Commerce. .M' Colored Lights Look Fine The strings of colored lights which were strung across Josephine Street on Monday by the Utilities Commis- sion add greatly to the appearance- of our main street, Together with the lighted Xmas tree at the Bank of Commerce corner, the town presents. a very gala appearance. Black Preceptory Elect Officers A meeting of the Royal Black Pre- cept6ry 126, was held Tuesday even- ing' when the following officers were elected: W. P., H. L. Stewart; D. P., P, .Hogg; Chap.,: W,' J.' Campbell; Reg., Thos. Wheeler; Treas., George Shrigley; " lst Lect, H. Moffat; 2nd Lect., B. Brown; 1st Con,, F. Hogg; 2nd Con., R. McBurney; lst Bearer, R. Vint; 2nd Bearer, Thos. Stewart; Per., W. Mines.. Peet were a mess before she used Cress Corn Salve, It's good, Recom- mended bythousands, McKi „'. bbon s Drug Store. COUNCIL HELD ITS FINAL SES- SION FOR 1934 Mayor Arranging for Hill on which Children Can Sleigh -Ride.. Reeve Davidson Has Found Home For Baby. A Statutory Meeting of Wingham Town Council was held on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. All members were present except Courts. Baker and Geddes. . His Worship Mayor Hanna in the chair. • Minutes of last meeting were read and approved. In the matter of having unemploy- ed work out their relief His Worship suggested that it might be a good idea to have one good hill in town where children could safely use their sleighs. Any labor required would be avail- able to make a good slide. Council was favorable to this plan and it was left over until January for action. His Worship reported that the Util- ities Commission had decided to erect eight strings of colored lights across Josephine . Street until after New Years'. The Clerk was instructed to arrange to have some lights placed in front of the Town Hall. The Clerk reported that in response to the letter sent after last meeting of the. Council, Messrs. Fry & Black- hall, lackhall, Ltd, had paid up all their ar- rears of principal and interest up • to. the date of settlement. ` Council dir- ected the. Clerk to express to Fry 8. Blackhall, Ltd., their appreciation of this payment. A letter e was read from the Deputy i Minister of Hospitals in ,reference to the placing of Mrs. Jane buttery in London Hospital and making the Town of Wingham liable. The Clerk was instructed to write opposing this. His Worship reported that he had the C.P.R. scales and the scales at the Town Hall tested with the same load and both were found to be ;very close. Reeve Davidson reported that the Bruce County Council had passed a (Continued from Page Nine) Dr. Howson was Lucky In the Legion Draw at Listowel last week one prize at least came to Wingham. It was a box of chocolates won by Dr, Howson. C.C.M. Skates and Shoe outfits— The choice of leading Pros, and Am- ateurs, at prices to please— Greer's Shoe Store. UNITED CHURCH Y. P. S. The members of the Y.P.S. of the United Church had a most enjoyable time on Monday evening, when the entire program centred on the Christ- mas season. The "Go -Getters" in keeping with their name, were res- ponsible for getting a X'ii'las tree and decorating it for the occasion. Every member brought a small parcel, upon which was written their name, the "Mariners" removing the outside wrapper, and writing the Baine of an- other member of the society. Miss Yvonne McPherson, president, hccupied the chair, and following the opening hymn, and the reading of the minutes of the last meeting by the secretary, Miss Marjorie Gibson, call- ed upon Miss Doris Buchanan, • the convenor of the "Tnvincibles" who had charge of :the. Devotional period. The Scripture reading was,,takeu by Creighton Reid, and the Discussion period by G, L. Baker. Some of the points brought out in the discussion \Vere: "Why Xmas is held inrever- ante" "The mannerin which it should be celebrated" "Has Christianity fail- ed in the world today" and "What Xmas mean to the children and par- ents." The Sanhedrin group took charge for the singing of the Christmas Car- ols, led by Rev. J. F. Anderson. Tlie drstribtition of the parcels was then made by Wilbur Tiffin, which createda great deal of fun for the. gathering, each' member leaving to demonstrate the present they had re- ceived before the society. The meeting then broke tip, and the members went into their respective groups, toy arrange for the. next meet- ing, -during which time, new members were chosen, by drawing the names of the groups. The Piditis group passedd around candy, which wee tied up in Xmas wrapping. The i''riend- ship circle was then formed and the benediction pronounced. OFFICERS ELECTED FOR HOCKEY CLUB Will (Play in Intermediate 0, H. A. First Game Here Dec. 27th, At an enthusiastic 'sheeting held in the C Council � h n a fiberThursday I hursda� Y ev- ening, the Wingham Hockey Club was organized, The club this year has entered the Q.H.A. Intermediate sere ies and are grouped with Seaforth, Mitchell, Clinton and Goderich, This. should make a very interesting group and the people of this community should turn out in mass to see these games. The officers of the club are: President—W. R. Gurney. lst Vice Pres.—Alf. Lackridge. 2nd Vice Pres. -Jack Reavie. Sec'y-Treas,—W. W. Armstrong_ Executive Com.—Murray, Johnson, H. Browne and Herb. Campbell. Murray Johnson attended a meeting. of thie group in Seaforth. on Wednes- day evening of last week when the following schedule was drawn up. Dec. 27—Seaforth at Wingham. 28—Clinton at Goderich. Jan. 3—Goderich at Seaforth. 4 -Mitchell at Clinton . 7----Wingham at Mitchell. 10 --Clinton at Seaforth. 11—Mitchell at Goderich. 14—Clinton at Wingham. 15—Seaforth at Mitchell. 17—Wingham at Gpderich. 18—Seaforth at Clinton. 21. Goderich atMichte.11, 22--Wingham at Seaforth. 24—Mitchell at Wingham. 25—Goderich at Clinton. 28—Clinton at Mitchell. 29—Seaforth at Goderich. 31-Goderich at Wingham. 31—Mitchell at Seaforth. Feb. 4—Wingham, at Clinton. - The play-offs The first three teams to be in the play-offs. First team has option of a . bye or to play third place team, goal to count on round. Team with highest standing has choice of first game at home or away. . Referees are: From Goderich, Murney, Norman Wark, D. McKay;, Seaforth, Gordon Muir,J. Hart, R Bullard, Rus. Holmes, Gordon Ren- nie; Wingham, K. Somers, A. Lock - ridge, T. D. Fields; Mitchell, C. Stoneman, Dave Eiserman, L. Saw- yer; Clinton, D. Thorndyke, J.-Nedi- ger. At a meeting of the Executive on Monday night, Murray Johnsonwas appointed Manager and All. Lock. ridge, Coach. Pen and Pencil sets selling 20% off at Hamilton's the Jeweller, now lo- cated in the Wallpaper. Shop. Also Rolls Razors $6.25 and up. Attended Funeral Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Crawford were in Caledonia on Monday attending the funeral of . their brother-in-law, the late Hugh Anderson who passed away- Saturday waySaturday morning. Cribbage Winners The Legion rooms were crowded on Monday night when thirteen tables. took part in the cribbage tournament, Ten boards were played with total score to count. The winners were: Frank Edgar 1202, Jim Seli 1189, J. O. Habkirk 1175, J. Wilkinson 1183. lst prize, turkey, 2nd, 3rd and4th prizes, geese. Hosiery -The ideal gift, Crepe, Chiffon and Service weights, 69c to $1.00, at Greer's Shoe Store. XMAS ACTIVITIES AT HIG.I-I SCHOOL Literary Society The Literary programme, to be held at W.H.S. in the Assembly Hall next Friday at 10.30 a,m,, will be in charge of` the Glee Club. For this meeting they are preparing fine musical sel- ections, `• the , majority • of which are Christmas carols. The members of the society would welcome any who relight consider it worthwhile attend- ing at this early hour. Radio Broadcast The Glee. Club will broadcast part of this Christmas programme aver 10BP next Thursday at 6 p.m. The Prom, Ex -students will be interested to know that the school is again the heart of Christmas activities. These will be brought to a close by the Christmas Prone. next Friday evens Inas'