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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1955-12-23, Page 12VerATHE HURON EliZPOSITOR, SEAFORTH, NT, DEC. 24, 195S FIRST Church Notices PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. D. Glenn Campbell Minister NEXT SUNDAY: 10 A.M. Church School & Bible Class 11 A.M. "THE GLORY OF THE WORD" 7 P.M. Christmas Filmstrip and Service—"THE PRINCE OF PEACE" To everyone at Christmastime comes the joy of giving and receiving. It is our pleasure now to offer our sincerest wishes for a cheerful holiday to all our friends. WATSON & REID M. A. REID - Proprietor Phone 214 Seaforth FOR SALE Frame Cottage on James St, I Reasonably priced. mmediate pos- session. Brick dwelling in Egmondville. 1 Lovely property, Priced right.I .Immediate possession. Two-bedroom Stucco Cottage, with all modern conveniences, in- cluding 3 -piece bath, hardwood floors, modern kitchen. Full base- ment with furnace. Garage and good garden. Reasonably priced. and almost immediate possession. Other Properties Also Listed M. A. REID REAL ESTATE : PHONE 214 LEMON'S TAXI Phone 675 or 876 Bestkishes * — w W. E. SOUTHGATE Successor to E. C. CHAMBERLAIN Phone 334 Res. 540 Main St. Seaforth Something to sell? Something to buy? Phone 41, Seaforth. The classified ad section is result -get- ting and is economical too. Egmondville United Church.—i0 a.m., Church School and Adult Class; 11 a.m., Christmas Morn- ing Worship; subject, "When the Time Was Ripe."—Rev. W. E. Mil- roy, Minister. Northside United Church. — 10 Church School and Adult Bible Class; 11 am., Christmas Service; the Sacrament of Infant Baptism ; Junior and Senior Choirs; sermon theme, "The Light of the World"; Toddlers' Group; 7 p.m.. Evening Worship; Christmas in picture, song and story; theme, "And On Earth, Peace"; Watch Night Service, New Year's Eve, Dec. 31, at 11 p.m.—Rev. J. W. Stinson, Minister. Cavan Church, Winthrop. — 10 a.m., Christmas Service; 11 a.m., Sunday School; Duff's Church, 11:15 a.m., Christmas Service; no Sunday School; Bethel Church, 2 p.m-, Christmas Service; no Sun- day School. — Rev. J. R. Holden, Minister. • St. Thomas' Anglican Church. - 11:30 p.m.. Christmas Eve, Carol singing, followed by Holy Com- munion; 9:36 a.m., Christmas morning, Christmas Communion; 11 a.m.. Christmas morning, Carol Service for the whole family. No evening service.—Rev. J. H. James, Rector. Pentecostal Tabernacle. — Tues- day, 8 p.m., Bible Study and Pray- er; Friday, 8 p.m., Y.P.S.; Sun- day, 10 a.m., Sunday School; 11 a.m., Morning Worship; 7:30 p.m., Evangelistic Service. All services will be held in the house opposite the Seaforth District High School. —Rev. H. Kendrick, Pastor. Name Winners Of Dublin Prizes Prizes awarded in connection vith the opening of the new Goet- tler store in Dublin were won as follows: Chair. Franklin Roney, R.R. 2, Dublin; pop. Mrs. Asslin, Dublin; blankets. Edward Byers. R.R. 2, Dublin; overalls, Joan Coyne and Mrs. Louis Krauskopf; boots, G. H Carey. Cromarty, 'blue coal' WILLIS DUNDAS CAamdnn Stove end Furnace On DUNDAS & LONEY Phone 573 or 332-R COMING EVENTS —at— Seaforth Community Centre THURSDAY. DEC. 22 Skating — 8 to 10 p.m. FRIDAY. DEC. 23 Skating — 8 to 10 p.m: SATURDAY AFTERNOON, Dec.24 Skating — 1:30 to 3;30 p.m. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25 Legion Midnight Dance MONDAY. DEC. 26 Skating — 8 to 10 p.m. TUESDAY. DEC. 27 St Marys Juveniles vs. Seaforth Juveniles 9:00 p.m. 0114 ..b Vai t� err, - . "Joy To the World" . . . ring; out the familiar carol. • We join most sincerely in wishing you contentment and good cheer at this Christmastime! BALDWIN HARDWARE Phone 61 --- Seaforth .1 1. .i ?-44,11 1: ,M' Yti wi •i 2 J 1 Fisk: _"' 4+ .•`.Si::'ii:' - C ristmas Concerts (Continued from Page 1) garten class in choruses and reci- tations. Those who recited were: Susan MacLennan, Douglas Dal- rymple, Alan Carter, Brenda Fer- ris, Joe Lewen, David Brady, Jean- nette Walters, Kenneth Scott, Stephen Brady, Peter Snow, Joe Ball, Lynn Wright and Bruce Wil - bee. The Primary department pres- ented a "Merry Christmas" by acrostics from boys and girls m the class of Betty Goudie and Joyce Wilson. "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" was delightfully acted out by boys and girls in class of Gwen Christie and Marion Cham- berlain; Mary Belle and Maurice Stinson were father and mother in bed; Kerry Campbell was Santa Claus. pulled in on his sleigh by eight -boy reindeer. The rest of their class were the children "all snuggled in bed." Mrs. Storey's class sang two carols, accompan- ied by Nancy Berger at the piano. Kerry Campbell played two caarols on his violin. The Junior department started their contributions with a piano solo by Lois Scott. Eleanor Hen- derson's class followed with a pan- tomine. "Preparing For Christ- mas." David Stinson played two Christmas solos on his violin. The Explorers sang a group of choruses and then put on a Christmas play. The brush father was Mary Scott; busy mother was Joan Roberton; mischievous children were Sandra McGonigle, Sharon McNichol and Gerda Christensen, directed by Mrs. Andrew Nichol, The gruff hired man was Barbara Talbot. They concluded with a beautiful star drill in brilliant costume, pre- pared by Gladys and Margaret Collins. The Tyro Boys put on a skit. "The Businessman. Darrell Schneider, David Stinson, Richard Muegge. Lee Fleming and Elliott Clarke took part. Evan Hoffman's class gave a recitation, "Christ- mas Night." J. Stevens' boys gave a dialogue, "Christmas Behaviour," The C.G.I.T. sang a beautiful Christmas chorus, and Betty Drag- er concluded this part of the pro- gram with a recitation. Merry Santa Claus came bounc- ing in, ringing his bells and shak- ing hands. He had a bag of Christ- mas goodies for every boy and girl. LEGION CHRISTMAS PARTY The annual Christmas concert of Branch 156 of the Canadian Legion was held in the Community Centre Sunday afternoon, in charge of a committee headed by J. T. Scott. Following a program. which in- cluded carols Zeds by F. C. J. Sills, and numbers by Ray Boussey, Hartman Huisser and Bob Scott, Santa appeared and distributed gifts to more than 130 children. WALTON Bethel Sunday School concert will be held at Bethel United Church on Friday evening, Dec. 23, at 8:15 p.m. TUCKERSMITH The December meeting of the Tuckersmith Ladies' Club was held on Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Walter Pepper. There were 14 members and several visitors present. the meeting opened with sing- ing "Jingle Bells" and the Lord's Prayer. The roll call was answer- ed by a Christmas verse. Plans I for a party were made for the near future. Mrs. Lawson gave a reading and Mrs. Walter Pepper led in a con- test. The meeting closed with singing "Silent Night" and the Homemakers' Prayer. All the members exchanged Christmas gifts from a well-Iaden tree. Mrs. Bert Garrett acted as Santa Claus. The hostess and her helpers serv- ed lunch. 90 BOYS PLAYING; SCHEDULE DRAWN AS LEGION HOCKEY GETS UNDER WAY Saturday morning hockey, spon- 18—Canadiens vs. Rangers sored by tate Legion, got under way Bruins vs. Red Wings - last Saturday with nearly 90 boys 25—Red Wings vs. Rangers showing up, with more to be ex- Bruins vs. Canadiens petted. This being the first Satur- March: day, the main thing was to pick 3—Canadiens vs. Red Wings the teams and get things organ- Rangers vs. Bruins ized for the first scheduled game 10--Canadiens vs. Bruins next week. Red Wings vs. Rangers The boys were split into three 17—Rangers vs. Bruins groups. The first group will take in - Canadiens vs. Red Wings boys 12 to 15 years and will be called Group A. The second group will have boys from 9 to 12 and Guests at Flower will be called Group B. The last group will be boys anywhere from Demonstration eight down, and they will be call- ed the Squirts. The program is un- Mitchell Nurseries held a flower der the direction of Jack Eisler, demonstration at the home of Mr Legion sports officer. Any boy still wishing to play is still in time, if he reports to the Arena any Saturday morning. The schedule starts next Saturday morning and is as follows: Group A December: 24—Beavers vs. Mustangs Spitfires vs. Black Hawks January: 7—Beavers vs. Spitfires Black Hawks vs. Mustangs 14—Mustangs vs. Spitfires Beavers vs. Black Hawks 21—Black Hawks vs. Spitfires Beavers vs. Mustangs 28—Beavers vs. Black Hawks Mustangs vs. Spitfires February: 4—Mustangs vs. Beavers Spitfires vs. Black Hawks 11—Spitfires vs. Mustangs Black Hawks vs. Beavers 18—Mustangs vs. Beavers Spitfires vs. Black Hawks 25—Black Hawks vs. Beavers Spitfires vs. Mustangs March: 3—Blackhawks vs. Spitfires Mustangs vs, Beavers 10—Mustangs vs. Black Hawks Beavers vs. Spitfires 17—Spitfires vs. Black Hawks Mustangs vs. Beavers Group 11 December: 24—Canadiens vs. Red Wings Bruins vs. Rangers January: . 7—Bruins vs. Red Wings Rangers vs. Canadiens 14—Bruins vs. Canadiens Rangers vs. Red Wings 21—Rangers vs. Canadiens Bruins vs. Red Wings 28—Red Wings vs. Rangers Canadiens vs. Bruins February: 4—Bruins vs. Red Wings Rangers vs. Canadiens 11—Rangers vs. Bruins Canadiens vs. Red Wings See 4-H Movie At W.I. Xmas Party The Christmas meeting of the Seaforth Women's Institute was held at the Seaforth District High School Tuesday evening. The meet- ing opened by singing the Institute Ode, followed by the Mary Stewart Collect, and all repeated the Lord's Prayer. Mrs. Gordon McKenzie, the pres- ident, was in the chair for the busi- ness period. Thank -you notes were read from Ricky McKenzie and from the nieces and nephews of Mrs. Mina Worden. It was decid- ed to buy four dozen new cups. A fashion show is planned for late in February. Mrs. John McLean and Mrs. Gordon McKenzie are to be the committee to look after the fashion show. A collection was taken for the Children's Shelter and gifts were given. Mrs. Lorne Carter took the chair For the social part of the meeting vhen carol singing was enjoyed )y all. Mr. and Mrs. Elgin and :on furnished the music. The 4-H .Aub film was shown by Bill Scott. Tames were enjoyed by young and old, and the meeting closed with 'God Save the Queen," followed don, is a Christmas guest at the WM. M. HART COAL AND FUEL OIL Phone 784 Seaforth and Mrs. Wallace Ross, North Main Street, on Thursday evening The ladies were shown how to make door decorations, corsages, table centrepieces, and how to ar- range flower bouquets. The lucky winners were: door decoration, Mrs. W. Drover; cor- sage, Mrs. Les Fleming; table cen- tre decoration, Mrs. Russell J. Sproat; Mrs. Margaret Case, a bouquet of bronze mums; Mrs. Norman Reihl, a bouquet of white, pink, bronze and yellow mums; Peg Case, a bouquet of white and pink mums. Lunch was served by the hos- tess. EGMONDVILLE Mrs. Vera Watson. of Exeter, visited her cousin, Mrs. Andrew Houston, and Mr. Houston. Mr. Roy McDonald, of Staffa. visited on Tuesday with h i s friends. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Hay. Mr. and Mrs. Will McLachlan, of Stanley, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Hugh McLach- lan. LOCAL BRIEFS Mr. Alvin Gillies, of London, was a guest on Sunday at the home of Mr, Lorne Dale. Rev. J. R. Holden spent Tuesday in, Oshawa visiting his father. Mrs. Jennie Patterson is a patient in Scott Memorial Hospi- tal. Miss Marilyn Hillis, of the Uni- versity of Toronto, is spending the Christmas holidays with Miss Mabel Turnbull. Misses Patsy Munroe and Ruth Parke spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Eric Munroe. Mr. and Mrs. T. Flynn spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Rath in Belgrave. Mr. and Mrs. Alistair Wigg and family, of Barrie, spent the week- end with Mrs. F, W. Wigg. Mrs. Hay and Miss Jean McLean will spend Christmas in Kingsville. Mr. Douglas Stewart, of S.P.S., University of Toronto, is spending Christmas holidays with his par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. James A. Stewart. Mr. Leslie McSpadden, of Vic- toria College, Toronto, spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. McSpadden. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Crouch, Dr. Thomas Crouch and Dr. Stuart McFaul Crouch, of Toronto, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Mullen. Miss Marion Watson is spending the Christmas holidays in Galt. Mr. Donald McKindsey, of Mc- Master University, Hamilton, is spending the holidays with his par- ents. Mr. and Mrs. R. R. McKind- sey. Mrs. E. Dinnen is spending Christmas with her son and daugh- ter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Dinnen. Detroit. Rev. Father Thomas McQuaid, of Toronto, called recently on his mother, Mrs. Joseph McQuaid, Main St. Miss Evangeline Reid, of Lon - by a delicious iunch. home of her uncle, Mr. M. A. Reid. SEAFORTH TEAMS ARE WINNERS; HURONS MEET WATERLOO NEXT WEEK Seaforth hockey teams during the past week experienced one of their most successful periods of the season. The winning streak opened Thursday with a 2-1 win over the league -leading Burlington team, coached by Farmer McFadden. Opening goal of the game was scored by son Bruce McFadden at the end of the first period, giving the Hurons a 1-0 lead. Meeting London Friday night, the Hurons came away with a 9.6 LAST -MINUTE SPECIALS at your SUPERIOR FOOD MARKET MAXWELL HOUSE COFFEE -1-4b. bag 1.03 Club House Pimento OLIVES--8-oz. Jar 1.39 Green Giant Niblets CORN -14 oz., 2 Tins 33c CIGARETTES—All Popular Brands - 2,99 A Carton of 200 Maple Leaf MINCEMEAT -2-1b. Tin - 39c Golden MIXED NUTS -1 lb. 43c 2 lbs. 85c Rose Brand Cranberry Sauce -12 -oz. jar 27c Libby's BLENDED .TUICE--48-oz. tin - 32c Kist GINGER ALE—Large ]Bottles, 2 for 33c Plus Deposit ICING SUGAR -1-1b. Boxes - 2 for 21c FOIL WRAP -12 -in. 29c 18 -in. 55c ST. WILLIAMS' ASSORTED GEMS -9 -oz. Jars 6 for 1.00 Wishing You All A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS ART-WRIGHT and STAFF WRIGHT'S Superior Food MARKET SELF-SERVICE ` LOW PRICES victory. The same night Seaforth Midgets and Juveniles each won scheduled games with Mitchell. Bantams Win Seaforth Bantams chalked up an 8-2 win over Clinton Monday night while the Midgets from Clinton •end Seaforth battled to a 6-6 dray; . In the Bantam tussle, Ron Livermore and Tom Sharp scored for the los- ers. while J. Ast banged in two to pace Seaforth. with singles going to Reith, Scoins, Pinder, Broad - foot. L. bale and H. Dale. In the Midget game. R. King scored r three, with singles to McMaster, McClinchey and Besse. Waterloo On Thursday The Hurons entertain Waterloo next Thursday night and the fans are looking forward to outstand- ing entertainment. Waterloo leads the Central Division of the group, while Seaforth leads the Western Division. and when these leaders get together anything. can happen. (See also Page 11) FIRST CHURCH W.M.S. MEETS The December meeting of the Women's Missionary Society was held on Tuesday afternoon of last week. The president, Mrs. D. Glenn Campbell, presided, and opened the meeting with the reading, "The Angel's Song," and followed with prayer. The secretary's and treas- urer's reports were given. This meeting was arranged with a spe- cial Christmas theme. Mrs. Camp- bell was the speaker. and she pre- sented the various parts of the service' in a most interesting way to those present. Bible readings were given by Mrs. Harry Stew- art, Mrs. George Hills and Mrs.' W. E. Butt. The hymn, "God's Mer- cies I Will Ever Sing," was follow- ed with the Meditation by Mrs. David Ritchie. .At this. meeting the presentation of a life membership was made to Mrs. John McGregor by her sister, Mrs. W. E. Butt. Mrs. David Rit- e/de made 'the ?presentation. The closing hymn, Away in a Man- ger," and prayer by Mrs. Camp- bell closed this Christmas meeting. OBITUARIES ALEX SIMPSON ,. Alex Simpson passed away at his home in Long Beach, California, on November 11. Formerly of Wal- ton community, he was aged 83 years. He went West in 1902 and spent' some years in Alaska, then in Arizona, and moved to Long Beach in 1923. He leaves to sorrow his wife in Long Beaoh, also four sisters, Mrs. Deem, of Brantford; Mrs. McLaren and Misses Janet and Rosa, of Seaforth. THOMAS ROSS The death took place in Minne- dosa Hospital on December 9th of Thomas Ross, Basswood, Man., in his 83rd year. The deceased was born in McKillop Township, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex Ross, 12th concession. He spent the early part of his life here, and went West in 1898, when he took up land and farmed for a number of years. He was married in June, 1906, to Margaret Coates, who predeceased him 11 years ago. Mr. Ross leaves to mourn his passing, two sons, Cameron and Donald, of Basswood, Man.; else six grandchildren; one brother, Alex Ross, of Minnedosa, Man., and a sister, Mrs, Margaret Cuth- ill, of Seaforth. The funeral service took place in Fairmount United Church on December 13th. Interment was made in Fairmount cemetery. "The New Life" W.M.S. Theme At Egmondville The Egmondville W.M.S. and W.A. had a beautiful festive set- ting for their Christmas meeting at the home of Mrs. Norman Mac Lean on Wednesday. Rev. W. E. Milroy installed the 1956 slate of officers and many joyous carols were sung. Mrs. E. Boyes read a poem, "The Saviour." The scrip- ture story of the -1!ise Men was read by Mrs. Jas. Aiken.head. "The Hope of the World" was the sub- ject of Mrs. Jas. McIntosh's medi- tation, followed with prayer. A humorous reading, "Next Christ- mas Will Be Different," was given by Mrs. E. Cameron. Mrs. W. Tre- meer read the minutes and roll call, which was answered by a Christmas verse. Mrs. Jas. Hay read the treas- urer's report and a Christmas of- fering was received. The sick and shut-ins were remembered in pray- er. "No Room in the Inn" was the opening message of the W.M.S. president, Mrs. E, Stephenson. Mrs. D. Wallace and Mrs. C. Haney led in the worship period. "Holy Night" was sung by Mrs. E. F. Durst. "The New Life" was the theme of an address by Mrs. W. E. Milroy. Mrs. P. Lindsay Ied in prayer. An expression of apprecia- tion to the retiring officers and good wishes to the new executive was given by Miss Rena MacKen- zie. Mrs. A. Boyes' committee served a delicious Iunch. The hos- tess and all who had contributed towards making the meeting such a success were warmly thanked by Mrs. E. Cameron, who had acted as pianist. Weddings WILSON - BYERMAN A pretty wedding took place at Cavan Church manse, Winthrop, on Saturday, Dec. 17. at 2 p.m., when Rev. J. R. Holden united in marriage Iris Jean, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Byerman, of McKillop, and Douglas Elwin, son of Mr. and Mrs. George E. Wil- son, of Seaforth. The bride wore a White waltz length gown and car- ried a bridal bouquet. They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Byerman, of Brussels. Mrs. Byer - man wore a turquoise blue gown and varied bridal bouquet. Fol- lowing a honeymoon trip they will reside in London. CHRISTMAS PARTY EUCHRE & DANCE S. Patrick's Parish Hall DUBLIN Wed., Dec. 28th 8:30 p.m. NORRIS ORCHESTRA —Auspices of the Altar Society— Compliments of the Season ! WALLACE ROSS APAIRIES Phone 135-J Seaforth FOR SALE THREE -ACRE CHICKEN FARM 'Good house and barn. Will sell with low down payment. COMFORTABLE HOUSE ON .JOHN ST. Stoker heat; nicely decorated. Priced for quick sale'. CALL OKE C. OKE "Phone. 45&. OFFICE M the QUEEN'S HOTEL fid,. dsi;4•°u.LF�u.o-lAt��h'cwv.'�;41:7n; REGENT THEATRE - SEAFORTH THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY "OUTLAW STALLION" (Technicolor) PHIL CAREY DOROTHY PATRICK Killer Horse against the Killers . Flying Hooves against flam- ing guns! A battle to the death between Man and Beast in one of the great sagas of the West. The White animal—King of the Wilderness. MONDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY "FRANCIS IN THE NAVY" DONALD O'CONNOR MARTHA BYERS That Talking Mule is back and the Navy's got him. The Admiral is aghast! The Fleet is floundering—so man the Laugh rafts and clear the Decks for fun! THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY "DESTRY" (Technicolor) AUDIE MURPHY LORI NELSON Coming — "YOUNG AT HEART" DON'T READ THIS! Unless you want to know where you get - The Big Values In Warm and Dry Footwear BEST WISHES _ A' For Christmas and EVERY DAY in the New Year! WILLIS SHOE STORE The Little Store with the BIG Values — SEAFORTH Headquarters for Christmas Slippers SEAFORTH WOMEN'S INSTITUTE NEW YEAR'S DANCE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31st Community Centre, Seaforth Hats -- Horns — Novelties GOOD MUSIC Dancing 8:30 to 11:45 Admission — 75 Cents per Person NOTICE—Township of Tuckersmith To facilitate snow removal operations, the public is requested not to park cars or vehicles on roadsides during the Winter months. AND NOTICE is hereby given that the Township will not be responsible for any damag- es caused to such vehicles as a resultof snow- plowing operations. E. P. CHESNEY, Clerk, Township of Tuckersmith Read the Advertisements — It's a Profitable Pastime: , ,Y r pa=ir K r gu r r r ✓-.1' �<i, ^-1: ;::1' : ;�L;H 4 We have Gifts for Mother, Dad, Sister and Brother and all the family. See this week's Specials before you decide on that gift! WISHING YOU A HAPPY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL OF US TO ALL OF YOU! Whitney71 Furniture FUNERAL and AMBULANCE SERVICE Phone 119; Res. 65 Seaforth attt IA A MFNIu-YiNI.4