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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1938-12-16, Page 140 1 4 , ,71,14.404• 1,66.10•••••046,101,6•144 ' ' tv, 'to Seventy -Eighth Year Whole Number 3705 , OILY DECORATED MAIN ST. AWMT'S ( • COMING OF SANTA • Lions Club Arranges Free Show For KiddieAf- ter Christmas Tree. ON DECEMBER . 23rd Seaftotth's Main Street is assuming a festive air this week le•teadiness for Sa.n.te's' visit on Friday afternoon, December 23rd. ' More than 100 small Christmas trees haae been placed the length of the street, and each carries a myriad of gay lights. Placing of the large tree at the intersection of Math and Goderich Streets was eampleted 'Wednesday and It, too, will soon ca- ry of bright bullia. The large tree is being placed by the P'aelic Teteity Commission in core junction with tee Lions Club, while the club is supplying the spaall trees which are, beirg decorated by the merchants. • This year as a special treat for the kiddies, tee Lions Club has arranged a free ,show at the Regent Theatre immediately following .the distribu- tion of stoekings by Sante Claus on Friday of next week. There will be into 'admission oe tickets required, but only children wire be admitted. Seaforth Stores To 'Remain Open Seaforth stores will remain open durieg the week preceeding Christ- mas in order „that the people of the district may have every opportunity to complete their Christmas shopping. • Salvation Army To HaVe Cheer Pot The Salvation Army Chriatnias Cheer -Pot will be out on the street by the post office on Saturday, Dec. 4 17th. The Army asks that you keep the pot boiling to assist in helping the underprivileged, and make this a happy Christmas for those in Sea - forth lessefoetunate thap. yoarself. • G I 1 e 4, Rebekahs Honour Two Members A very pleasant time was spent on 1VIonday evening when the Rebekaes, :after the regular meeting, entertain- ed their husbands and a few friends honor of Mr. and Mra. W. R. Plant, who will leave shortly for their new borne in St. Marys. Mrs. Plant has been a member of the lodge for a number of years and will be greatly missed. Mrs. A. Westeott exp-ressed regret of their departure and present- ed a gift from the Lodge. Durieg the evening Mrs. C. Kestle presented another member, Mr8. Smale (nee Margaret McDonald), with wedding gift. Ca.rde were enjoyed "With Mrs. McKellar and Mr, 11/10,Gav- in as winners, and Mrs. McGavin and J. Stevens wail the consolation. Mrs. alitlebrecht and committee served Accident at Sarnia Claims Life of Seaforth Man Sunday, • Second Man Hit. on Main St. • • • • • • Give Give of thyself, If scanty be thy Store, Let Lave cotrave in and open wide the door; Then envy, gateed and selfishnese shall flee, And peaee, the gentle dove, abide with thee. • Is poverty thy lot? 'Pray, do not plead Exemption front supplying others eteed, The One who gave the' world the "Living Bread," Had not a place on wheeli to lay His head, H. 'ISABEL GRAHAM 0 0 • 0 0 0 L.O.B. A. INSTALL OFFICERS FOR 1939 Enjoyable Euchre is Held By Members on • Friday. Members of the L.O.B.A. and friends enjoyed a pleasant evening at the home of Mr. and Mei. Scott Habkirk on Friday evening, when 12 tables were in pipe. Prize winners, were: Ladies, first,* Mra. Harold Dale; lone hantis,- elVIre. E. White; consolation, Mrs. Wm. Deem; gentlemen, first, Mr. A. Harrison; lone hands, Mr. WM. Deem; consolation, Mr. M. Clarke. A delightful lunch was served by the 'committee in charge. Past Mistress Mrs. A. Harrison re- cently installed tee L.O.B.A, officers for 1939 as follows.: Wor. M.S., A. Harrison; Deputy M.S., E. Clarke; Chaptain, S. A. Comsat; Rec. sec., S. M. Stewart; Treas., S. G. Parkes; Fin, Sec., S. A. Hohham; Director of Ceremonies: S. M. Habkirk; 1st Com. Lady, S. A. Oldfield; 1st Lecturer, S. E. Dunlop; Deputy Lecturer, S. E. Mcleatn; Outer Guard. S.. M. Craw- ford-, Inner. Guard. Z E. Kerr; Guar- dian, S. M. Makins; pianist, S. W. Nott. \ At the close of the installation cere- mony Sister A. Harrison was present- ed with a gift by the ladies of the • Grade 9 Boys Ready For Hockey Boys of Grade IX, SCI., are all ready for the hockey season and are now awaiting ice. Teams 'which have been arranged are as follows: 1—Goal, Wrn. Smith; Harry Scott; id.. M. McMillan; 1.w., .1. Quinlan; r.w., Ken Reid; cen- tre. Jim Southgate; subs., K. Clar- ence, L. Hicknell, J. Henderson. 2— Goal, C. Ross; rel., .1. Flannery; 1.d.1 L. Bannon; 1.w., Aainsborought r. w., P. Ryan; centre, D. McLean.; subs. K. Keating, L. Keller, S. Broome. Tuckersmith Couple Is Honoured at Kippen Gathering A grand reception was held in Wat- son's Hall on Monday evening of this week in homer of Mr, and Mrs. Alex. Chesney, of Tuckersanith, newly-weds. Around the hour of 9 o'clock the hall was filled with people from far and near. The bridal couple with their vspecial attendants, were given the en- tire floor for the filet dance, which was done in a graceful and creditable mummer, after which one and all start- ed in for a grand evening of da.noing. This was endraged in, until lunch time, where Mr. and Mrs. OhestneY were asked to come forward, when a well -worded address was reed. by, Mr. • Edwin Chesney, atter vvihich Mr. and Mrs, Chesney were presented with a beautif0 china cabinet, table and smoking set, as a slight token of es- - teem in whir% the young cortple are bold. Mr. Chesney, wtho is of a wit- ty nature, made a very suitable reply on behalf of himself end wife and in e, few welachoperat words thanked the large audience for the beautiful gifts they bad grilten thern, and hoped that as Many of them as poseible woueel come and visit them in their new berme. After the presentation was ov- er Sunda, was served When' one and all did tenele justice to the inner man. Danabig wee again resumed rmtil tile wee ma' hears of the morn - dug when, all left for their. tespeetive &ranee, WishingMr. wad Mee Mese awl inueb, joy and ha:ppinese through their wedded life. Mr. Eddie Taylor, of the village, 'spent a few days in Stratfordduring the plat week.' , -• Mr. and Mrs,. Jannetti MeGitylnont, of ,fihe village, spent a few days elsetieg relateVes and friends in Zurich dur- ing the past Wank. "Tee Charles Finkbeiner Instant- ly Killed As Car Takes to Ditch As Tire Blows Out. HARRY CHARTERS IS HURT WEDNESDAY Ciharles Finkbeiner, well known Sea - forth resident, was, instantly killed Swaday neon when the car in which the was a passenger,' turned over in the ditch near Sarnia. The accident occurred when a tire blew out. earning into collision with. a car driven, by Arclvie ,Robinson, Auburn, as he was about to close Goderich Street about 5 o'clock Wednesday af- ternoon, Harry •Charters, Seaforth, suffered- what is, believed to be a broken collarbone and a broken rib. Mr. Charters, aecording to police, was erossing Goderich Street treat the north wad arid' was Watching a ear coming from the SUpertest sta- tion. The Robinson car slowed down but when the brakes. were applied skidded. into, Mr. Charters, abtoving him • about eight feet. He was re- moved to Scott Memorial Hospital. The accident occurred at nearly: the same point where Mr. W. A. Crich was injured two weeks ago. Instantly Killed Charles Finkbeiner was killed his wife, daughter and friend, unharmed, when the family's car crashed, into the ditch off the Sarnia -London high- way,' three miles east of Sarnia, and buret into flames. The occupants of the machine were pulled' to safety by James and Roy Felton, of Camlabhie, who saw the car plunge hap the ditch and take fire. In the auto with Mr. Finkbein- er were his wife, his daughter, Hel- en, and Mies Loretta Faulkner, of Seaforth. A tire blowout was believed to have been the cause of the crash. The flames burned the car down to the metal chassis. They were on their way to Sarnia to visit another daughter of the victim, Mrs. William Faulkner. The tragic death of Mr. Charles Finkbeiner, who was killed in an automobile accident near Sarnia on Sunday, came as a. great shock to the citizens of Seaforth, where be had been- so widely and favorably known for so many years. Mr. Finkbeiner was born in Ger- many 58 years ago, coming to Can- ada with his family when (he was six years of age. He first settled in, Dashwood„Where his early life was spent, and 34 years ago he came to Seaforth where be was engaged for a number of years with Mr. Vv'illiam Anient in his eawmill. In 'recent yearsbe had been a moul- • der in The Bell Engine Company, where he was a valued and trusted employee. He was a consistent mem- ber of St. James' Catholic Church, Seaforth, and also of the Holy Name Society. Thitry-two years ago last November Mr. Finkbeiner was united in mar- riage to Miss Beatrice Callaghan, of Seitforth, who survives him, together with a family of three da,ughters, M SS Margaret Finkbeiner, R.N., of Kitchener; Mrs. W. J. Faulkner, of Sarnia, and •Miss Helen Pinkbeiner, at home. His only son, 'Leonard, pre- deceased him in 1915 at the- age of seven years. He le also survived by his mother, Mrs Jobs Finkbeiner, of Cleveland; three brothers and three sisters: Rev. John Finkbeiner, Am- herst, Ohio; Mr. Frank Finkbeiner, Cleveland; Mr. William Finkbeiner, Glendale. California; Mrs. Geo. Pack. Loudon; Mrs. Charles Steyer and 1Vliss Barbara Finkbeiner, of Cleve- land. The funeral was held from bis late home in Egmondville on Wednesday Morning to St. James' Church, Sea- ford], where Members of the Holy Name Society formed a guard of hon- or entering the church. 1141V. Father T. P. Hussey officiated, and during the service a solo was sung by Mr. P. S. Sills. Following the service the staff of the Bell Engine Company formed a guard of 'honor on leaving the church and accompanied' the fun- eral procession °nettle highway to St. Tames' cemetery, where interment was made. The pallbearers were Messrs. James Reynolds, P. J. Dor- eey, William Devereux, E. Geddes, A. C. Routledge and W. D. Smith. Among those from a distance who attended th.e funeral were Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Faulkner, Sarnia; Mise Margaret D'inebeiner, Kitchener; Rev. John 'Finkbeiner, Amherst. Ohio; Mr. Frank Finkbeiner, Mr. and. Mrs. Chas. Steyer and Mies Barbana Fitikbeiner, R.N., Cleveland; Mrs. Barbara Loch- ner, Port Huron; Mrs. Emma Wood- ley, Mrs. R. Bullock, Miss B. Shultz. Preston; Mr. and Mrs. M. Whiteoalc, Aurora; Mrs, L. Swan, Mr. Fred Lock- wood and Mr. John Folland, Clinton; Mr. W. J. Cullen, Kitchener; ,Mr. M, Faiet and Mr. Herbert 1,:ldler, Credi- ton, and Mr. J. Wine, Dashwood. Mr. Clifford Watson, of the village spent a day in Toronto during the past week. , Miss Maude Chambere, of the vil- lage, spent a few days in Clinton dur- ing the past week. Mr. and Mrs. Elzar Mousseau were called to Zurich .during the week ow- ing to the illness of the former's niece, Miss Joyce Mousseau, who was tater taken. to the Clinton Hospital, where she underwent an operation. Her many friends are pleased to learn she le progressing nicely and in a short time will be able to return borne again. Many farmers, as well as those in the village, are complaining about a shortage of water and many wells are being deepened and epaired In the hope that enough water may be bad, to supply the stock. Preparation's are being made by the Sunday school children for t h e Christmas conc.ert which is to be held on Tuesday, Dec. 20th. Several from here attended the re- ception: given in Varna. Hall on Tues- day evening in tumor of Mt. and Mrs. Elgin Harter, who were recently married. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Butt, Of the village, visited at the theme of Mr, and Mrs. Roy Butt, of Holmesville, during the past week. During the next week large quanti- ties of fowl will he marketed and the farmer's wife will be wearing a broad, Mile, as well as carrying a full pock- et hook. The many friends of Mr. Thomas Workman, of the London Roark will be pioneer:1 to learn that he still con- tinues tta' improthe a little after his wimp threes. irgt" C.N.R. STATION AGENT TO ST:MARYS, LEAVES ON tgIDAY W.'R. Plant Leas Seaforth After 32 y rs As Agent: 1 HONORED BY. FRIENDS, W. R. Plant, who, 22 years hare been C.N.R. station geot, here, was notified this week of, bis. promotion to the St. Marys ageney. He assumes his new position, on Friday of this week. Mrs. Plant will join him, in 511. Maryteln a °Duple of weeks. Prior to their depa:rture Mr. and Mrs. Plant hare beenruests of honor at a number of gatherings and on Wednesday evening Some 60 friends were present at the home of Mr. and Mrs,. M. McKellar When they were presented with a cedar chest and club bag. The pneeentattort was) made by Mr. E. C. Chamberlain, The evening was spent ine cards when prizes were won by Mrs. M. A. Reid, Mrs. W. A. Wright, Mr. Lorne Dale'and Mr. B, P. Cheistie. Mr. P. B. Moffat eaPressed the appreciation of the guests to Mr. and Mrs. McKet- ler for the use of theiir home. Guests were present from Stratford and Exe- ter. On Monday evening Edelweiss Re- bekah Lodge, following their regular meeting, entertained their husbands and a number of friends in honor of Mr. and Mrst. Plant. Mrs. Plant has been a valued member of bhe lodge for a number of yea.ra. Mrs. A. West- cott expressed the regret 'of the lodge at their departure and on behalf of the lodge presented tbem with a gift. • DUNCAN CUP HOCKEY Al} boys wishing to play In the Cancan Cup hockey thie year are re- quested to leave their name and age at the following schools: Separate School, JaMes Quinlan: Public School, Kee Mad; Eremondville School, WM, Richarshon Smith; High School and rural stshools, Jarnee Sauthgate. _First game starts firet Saturday af- ter' Christtnas. ;;I, Pent rc. h 1 • Recovers Portion Of Hensall Loot Alfred Pentlen was arrested in Windsor Saturday charged with the theft of goods from Bonthron & Drys - dale's sfare, Hensall, last week. About $175.00 worth of goods were recover- ed. Mr, Mark Drysdale, accompanied by Provincial Constable McCoy, of Goderich, were in Windsor over the week -end and -Pentlen was brought back to Goderieh • Stratford Plays Badminton Here Members of the Stratford Badmin- tor Club were in Seaforth Tuesday ening .vt hen they were guests of the Seaforth players in an inter club game. A delightful lunch was' served following the games. The ladies of the Seaforth club will hold their annual Christmas party on Friday evening. Deputation See Attorney General Reeve J. IL Scott was in Toronto Fziday as a member of the deputation appointed by the county council to interview the 'Attorney General in connection with increasing criminal justirce,accounte in Huron. Otifer members of the deputation 'were Warden Wilmot Haack° and Reeve George McNeil. Car Turns Over Girl is Injured Expect to Close Year Surplus E;(cepding, i$2, TreasurerTells Local Council are ul Financing and a Determined Drive to Col- lect Tax Arrears Shows Good Results. DECLARE DECEMBER 27th BOXING DAY A "surplus exceeding $2,006 was practically a certainty at the close of die year, town treasurer, D. H. Wil- son told roembens of the town coun- cil at its December meeting Monday evening. Final figures will not be available until the close of the year, but council, will receive a prelimin- ary statement at its statutory meet- ing on December 15th. rflhe SillizfaraS is the result of care- ful attention to the tOwn's business and to a determined and sustained, effort to collect arrears of taxes ow- ing the own ' Council, at its meeting, also ai- px'ovei a euggestiou that Boxing Day be again observed in Seaforth. This year the holiday will be on Tuesday, December 27th. Barbara Kirkman Society Elects Mrs. James A. Munn was re-elected president of, the Berbera Kirkman Auxiliary on Tuesday evening when a large attendance gathiered for the final meeting of the year, The society has had a splendid year and raised in all $522.06. A pleasing feature on the program was the presentation of an address, to Mrs. W. R. Plant in appreciation of her services, prior to her leaving for St. Marys to make her new home. Mrs. Merton A. Reid made an earn- est plea for clothing and, linens to be sent to the dried -out part of Sas- katchewan and a bale will be sent. Mrs. J. E. Keating presided over the business period when Mrs. Wm. Mil- ler read the scripture lesson and Mrs. E. Geddes, read the Glad Tidings °prayer. Mrs. M. McKellar and Mrs. ft. N. Dorrance sang a delightful duet, "Whispering Hope." The wheels t f dimes were eollerted anl $42.65 was t ealized. Mrs. Hugh Jack seta very inter- esting letter from the nied-out area and it gave a dee- 7.'(•ture of the hardships she'll the iseple have had to encounter. Slip also told a story on The Doing Without a Box" which was very interesting, Miss S. I. McLean installed the of- ficers as follows: Hon. pres., Miss, S. I. McLean; President. Mrs. J. A. Munn; sec., Mies M. P. Patterson.; treas., Mrs. J. J. Sclater; grollp lead- ers, Mists Gretta Ross, Mise M. Laid- law. Miss Belle Smith and Mrs. M. A. Reid; Welcome and Welfare, Mrs. H. E. S'intiths Clad Tidings, Mrs, C. M. Smith; Flower convenor, Mrs. G. I). Ferguson; prees sec., Miss S. L Mc- Lean; supply convenor, Mrs. J. Pat- terson e telephone convenor, Mrs. Reg Kerslake; Home Helpers, Mrs. Mae Dorrance; pianist, Mrs. Banat:dyne: social committee, Mrs. W. J. Free (convener), Mrs. J. 11 Willie, Mrs. Syd. Pullman, Mrs. M. MeKellar,Mrs. J. E. Keating. Mrs. H. R. Scott, Mee F. W. Wigg; ways and means, Mrs. John MacTavish (convenor), Mrs. Earle Bell, Mrs % W. A. Wright. Mrs. F'. Kling, Miss E. Sparks, Mrg. John Daley, Mrs. Scott Habkirk; nominat- ing committee, Mrs. W. R. Plant and Mrs. Reg Kerslake. Losing control of their car as it turned a corner on the Kippen road abent 2.20 Wednesday morning, three young People had a narrow escape from fatal injury. As it was, one girl, 'Anne Dillon, aged 22, Dublin, suffer- ed a broken shoulder blade anti a double fracture of her leg. Accord- ing to police her brotlee. Lawrence. Dillon, was driving the car, which wes oWned• by Wm. Sholdice, Tucker - small. The third passenger was Jas. McCarty, 133 Maple St., London. They suffered from shock and bruises. The young people were returning from a dance at Kippen. The injur- ed' girl was removed to Seaforth Clin- ic, by H. Thomson. of Seaforth, who came along suortly after the accident. " D (SE 1-1 " Antleacite Coal Is uniform in size and responds instantly with abundance of heat N. MUFF & SONS • • * • • Copy Early, Please Correspondents and advertisers are requested to co-operate irk forwarding copy for next week's issue to this office not later than Tuesday morning of next week. The Christmas rush makes it imperative that all copy be in at that time. 0 • • • 0 • ARREST 15 DURING 1938 REPORT STATES Chief Snell Present 9 An- nual Report to Sea - forth Council. Chief of Police Helmer, Snell was ,called' on 77 in.vestigations during this year, his report presented to council Thursday evening shows. During the year 27 charges wer laid and 25 convictions obtained. Fif- teen fines totalling $113.00, were paid, six -.jail sentences were given, 4 sus- pended sentences, and one dismissal. Fifty summonses were served during the year. During 1938 fifteen persons were ar- rested as follows: Drunk and disor- derly, 7; drunk driving, 1; indeceni assault, 1; false pretences, 1; incor- rigible, 1; theft, 1; forgery and ut- tering, 1; disorderly conduct, 1; at- tempted theft, 1; reckless driving, 1. Sixteen thefts or break-ins were re- pented. During the year Chief Snell found 25 store doors unlocked while on night patrol]. Hensall Institute Elect Officers 14 The Heneall Sevier Institute held its December meetin.g taking the form of a delightful Christmas meat. ing, at the home of M f'S. M. 0. Drys- dale, on Wednesday evening. Dec, 14, with a very large attendance of mem- bers and guests present. The home decorations were -lovely with a Christ- mas tree brilliantly lighted. well in keeping with the Christreae The president, Miss Beryl Pfaff. very ably presided. The opening ode fol- lowed with the Lord'e Prayer opened the meeting. The roll cail .was an- swered welt white gifts to he sent to the Sick Children's Hospital, To- ronto, while gifts were also donated to be sent in- a bale te the western area. ; 'l'he mort 10, " Pekic e on earth, good will to Men" was ably taken by Mrs. W. A. Young; interesting dem- onstration. on Christmas table decor- ations, Mrs. M. G. Drysdale. Mts. Iv- an Smillie gave a delightful talk on King George's life. taking as her sub- ject, The King At ihe Coronation." Miss Greta Lenin -He favored with a beautiful violin solo, "The Juggler" (by Severn), Mrs. W. A. Young as• cornpaneeng at the piano. The fea- ture of the evening was the splendel Zurich Goalie Si To PI O editos a WILL DRAW SCHEDTZE Seaforth won itS dispute of .nioret„ than two anOnther standing with Olin» tion as to 'Whether Harold Stade, Zur- ich goalie *will play for Minton or Seaford; when on Friday) the 0.H,A. sub -committee awarded hiM to Sea - forth. PrevieuslY olficiale of the'Oe" H. A. had intervieWed Stade, and ter measuring the distances toned Seaforth was threetenths of mile closer to Zurich than was Clinton, Meinbers of the hockey committee of the Seaforth Athletic Association visited Stade Wednesday night 'When he signed a certificate to play here.' Group seven Intermediate 13' of 0. H.A., comprising Goderich, Seaforth, Mitehell and Tavistock;wili meet in Seaforth on. Friday, ,evening when a schechtle for the group will be drawn. Acceneding, to instructions from the 0.H.A., a winner must be declared by February 3rd. Observe 25th Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Stewart McIntosh cel- ebrated their 25th wedding annivers- ary Saturday evening, Nov. 26th, when about forty of their friends gathered at their home on Bu.ekbagham Road, iDaetoroirsit: to offer them their congratu- ti The first. part of the eveoin.g was most enjoyably spent playing bridge and euchre. Then a sing -song of many old sorugs ending with Mr. Jim Sleeth, acccxznpantied on the 'plane by Mi -s, Fox, of Findlay, Ohio, singing "Oh Promise Me." Mr. and Mea Mein-- tree then' peered the living room to the strains of the wedding raarela played by Mrs. Meyers, of Detroit, and a mock wedding was performed by Mr. Jack Smith, of Detroit. All were adorned inall the old fashioned what- not's. A most delicious lunch was served buffet style. The table was ,most beautifully decorated with -a lace'table -cloth trimmed with silver leaves and evergreens. -A wedding cake, also in white and silVer, topped with a min - 'attire bride aurk • em, flanked by tall silver taper*, 'deliver candle- sticks, served as centerpiece. The Misses.; Marguerite and Gwendolyn McIntosh poured tea and coffee, as- sisted by Mrs. Leona Nelson arid Mrs Helen Wanamaker, of Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. McIntosh then or) ern` efl their gifts which were most beau-, tiful and costly, showing the highest esteem in which they are held by their friends. Mr. McIntosh gave a very appropriate 'thank you' Mr. .Tack Smith th.e.n gave several readings, after which heartiest con- gratulation's for 25 more Years were extended to Mr. anel Mrs. McIntosh. "More blessed to give than to re- ceive," which was ably given and much enjoyed', and wax well inkeep- ing with the occasion. Refreshments sere served from a table beautifully address given by Mrs. John Glenn. of f 4'(-(1 t ed with mums, pink tapers Ifsborne, choosing for her thetiesd emblems of Christmas. 1 Rector of Trinity Church Ili Lord's Prayer in unieon. The nieeting closed by repeating Bayfield Goes to Burford • Dog Saves Home From Burglars' Mickey, a small Terrier owned by F. G. Habkirk, 3077 West Thirteenth ' Avenue. Vaneouver, reoently saved the home of his master from being burglarized. The dog, alone in the house, bark ex' un Li I a neighbor, se n S• ing something was wrong, invostigat- ed and frightened away 1 he burglars. Mr. Habkirk is a son of Me John' Habkirk, of Seaforth. Invitations Out For • Chrismas Dance The Ramat dance of the • Seaforth Collegiate Institute Alumni Aseocia- tion is being held this year on Mon- day evening. December 26th. Special preparations are being completed in 'order that this maybe up to the Stan- dard, of previous reunions. Invitations are rtow going out to members and 'associate members. Any others wishinginvitations may se- cure them from tee Secretary, A. Y. McLean. • CROMARTY Mr. and Mrs. Tom MacKay, of To- ronto, spent the Week -end with Miss Marjory and, Mr. Stirling Graham. Mrs. M., Balfour is spending- some, dine with ,Mrs. 111. Dow, of Ruesel- dale. -"CCggc"Cgi:11?.. The appointrront of Rev. W. 0. Bugler, Rector of Trinity Church, Bay -- field, and Rued Dean of 1 Tura'', to tIre parish of Burford, was annosnc• ed Tuesday by Rev, C. A. Sertgor. Bishop of Ferree The alemintrnntit will tabe effect. on IA -b. 1, 1939. Mr. Bugler sueeerds Rev. (' John's ton, who will take charge of St. Geonge's Church, London West, on January 1st. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Sander and daughter, fleecy. of Kitolsener, and Mr. aed Mrs. George Fisher and daughter, Jean, of Waterloo. were Sunday guests of Mrs. Edwards. Mrs. Reefer. Pannier's glister and niece, of Detroit, were tpPr vi.siters the past two weeks. Mr. Shanahan, overseer for the Chatham Construction ('0.. on titt government work at the harbor, fin- ished lately and since had the large snow lateen out of the water 'and blocked up for repairs in the spring. left. on Tuesday for his home in Chat- ham. Mr. atf.(1 Mrs. Jacks'Stowart, of Ham- ilton, celled on friends in the village on Sunday last. Mr. Laurie Fowlie, of London, and Mr. and Mr's . Gld Koehler. of Zurich, spent Sunday with the Misses Pran- ces and Ethel Fowlie here. Rev. James, Gale, of Caledonia, was a visitor with his parents, Rev. R. M. and Mrs. Gale and daughter, Gladys, last week. Mrs.. Lena. Woods left on Wednes- day to epend the winter at the Rec- tory at Bolton, Landing, N. Y., with her daughter, Mrs. Crosby. MIss Maud McGregor he ill at pres- e. , , ent. Her many friends hope for her speedy rreovery. The locel fishermen have st ill get their nets in 1111, lake. Lately ratelccs hay e been light.. The animal meeting of r,. 0. L. No. 21 eas held in their lodge lea on the evening of Derember 5th. Elec- tion of offieers toek place for 1939, l'psulting as . follows; W.M., John Pease ; D. M Hee Gemin hard t ; Chaplain, A. E. Erwin; rec. sec., Nin -ii Ilea.rd; financial sec., E. Fea- thereon; treas., 11. Stinson; 1st Lent,. Will Parker; 2n41 feet., H. Darrow ; Marsthall. Lindsay Smith; committee.: W. J. Elliott., Emerson Heard, Robt.. Orr, Walter Westlake a,nd John Park- er; auditors, W. ,T, McLeod and A. E. Erwin. After election of officers a dainty lunch was enjoyed. Messes. John Cameron and Harold Stersen finished the 'laying et the new layer in the Town Hail on Tues. dta.y, which is a good improvement. •The Sunday school of St. Andrew's United Church is holding its annual Christmas tree and- entertainartent on Friday evening inthe ba.semeet e of the church, together with song§ and choruses by the children.. Lantern pictures and' other vie -we will het sihown on the screen including "Aelese in Wonderland," and "Mgr -hire. Pre- . gess" by John -Bunyan. The ers and scholars of the palblie Tal.h.enar:;:ert:rg16:etir cert to be 'held in the TbWtt..' geed igrainW1II :be #kfdilii.it usual Preiletite to 'die ecliebi*