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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance, 1921-12-22, Page 8THE WING II A111 ADVANCE It sit Ipt itute ***it tte *it** le **Tip** EASTERN STAR LODGE 'or. YI wile., imported Silk Mufflers, exclusive neckwear, •.1"W - Forsythe Shirts, Sweaters, Handkerchiefs, eneerteee Gloves, Hosiery and Dressing Gowns "le Buy•him a New Suit or Overcoat for a • Christmas Gift. We sell the 'renowned. ÷ Society Brand and 20th. Century. 61.1101M*1141111111111 SPECIALSUIT OR OVERCOAT $25..00 •;.. 01111hola . 4t GIFT FQIIIVERYONE Forsythe Silk Shirts, Pongee white and 'fancy stripes • $4.50 10 $8.50 Heather WOol Sock,.75c. to $1.50 Brushed Wool Mufflers 1.50 - 3.50 Suspenders . 50c. to 1.50 Kum -a -part Cuff Link50c to $1.50 Dressing Gowns and House Coats. A most accept- able gift $6.50 to 12.00 Sweater Coats 4.00 to 8.50 Neckwear Special 95 cents. Silk Hose 75c. to $3.00 Leather Goods, Collar Bags, Tie Cases, Key Rings. Etc. HANNA & COMPANY, Ltd. 44++i;t4444i44, 4 4 4 4 4. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 11.1/4744+4444+344.4444444444444444444“ 4444+4444+44R Wroxeter tev. Mr. Harkness and family from are at present visiting his parents at. elle manse. nIrs. A. Bryans who has been visiting eaeiends here left for her home in Toronto ee few days ago. T. J. Hemphill shipped a car of grain .mu Friday, riatutea number from here took in the ecert at Gorrie Friday era:7s. G. Tait and little daughter, Merle Superb, Sask., Spent a few days at the eeeene of her uncle, A. R. Gallaher , of and called on friends here. - ':iie children of the different churches eeeee been busy practising for their Xmas eee• • et.totartainments most of which will take e this week. R Mr. Win. Walker of London, called cn his brother, Thomas one day last week. One day recently Miss Young had the • misfortune to fall and break her arm, while walking on the slippery walk. Mrs. Lovell, sr., who has been very poorly is improviug we are pleased to state. Fordyce Mr. John McGee was chopping grain at Mr. James Dow's with his tractor, one day last week. Mr John Martin's big steer arrived home from Guelph Show. on Saturday last. If reports are true he had on ex- hibition with the steer aud horse, a colt with a calf's foot om' another freak el nature. John is quite a u;an for exhibit- 1 ing those kind of aniraals, having been showing them since last July. Glenannan A Christmas entertainment will be held under the auspices of adie's Pres- byterian church on Thursday, Dec, 22nd, an excellent programme is being pro- vided, admission 25 cents and ro cents. ; Mr. Robert Muir, Jr., who has been attending Qneen's University, Kingston, has returned to his home for the holidays. 111r. Williatn Breckenridge attended the U. F. 0. convention at Toronto last week. 'Mr. Wm. Wallace is home from King- ston for the hOlidays. We wish the Advance readers a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year. .e eee eeeeereet. THE LYCEUM THEATRE'S BIG CHRISTMAS SPECIAL IS UTATI The Most IMisa,grilgkent Actress 0 RI the World's Screen The Most Dynamic Personality in Moving Pictures. PRESCILLA DEAN Remember "Outside the Law" and Don't Miss Seeing this Great Universal Jewel Produetion De Luxe Directed by TOD, BROWNING "REPUTATION" is Miss Dean's Great Picture. It is our Supreme Offering for 1921 We stake our "Reputation" on this statement. le== 4.mmvt:w THE LYCEUM THEATRE Monday, Tuesday and Wed., Dec. 26th, 27th, - 28th, Special Christmas Matinee on Monday at 3.30. Prizes 10c. and 15c. Usual Evening Performance at 8.15 No Advance in Prices. COMING toOnce To Every Minium" starring Dorothy Phillips. Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor, Worth y Grand Matroa of Ont. do, .0. E. S visited Wingham on Wednesday, Pee 14th, 1121 As Deputy of D. G. G. Eldott, Worthy Grand Patron of Ontario, O. S. and with the assistance of Mrs, Annie Tulett, Grand Marshall; Mrs. Lena Logan, Grand Ruth, Mr. Chas. Heaman, Past Worthy Patron, all of Forest City Chapter, No 13 0. E. S. London, Ont- ario; and the Officers of Perth Chapter, No. 69, 0. E. S. of Listowel Ontario, in- stituted Htiron Chapter No. 89, and in- stalled the following Officers with Miss Barbara Bright of Perth Chapter No. 69, Listowel as Organist. Worthy Matron- Mrs. Mary Adeline Clegg. Worthy Patron -Mr. R. A. Coutts. Associate Matron -M vs. Margaret Tamlyn. Secretary-LMrs. Winnifred Nash. Treasurer -Mrs. Jean'Smith. Conductress -Mrs Annie Thompson. Associate Conductress -Mrs. Jane Pet- tigrew. Chaplain -Mrs. Annie Boyce., Marshal -Mrs. Mary Coutts. Organist -Mrs. Belle McCawley, Adah-Mrs. Margaret Shane, Ruth -Mrs. Viola Fox. Esther -Mrs. Sarah Crawford. Martha -Mrs Elizabeth Taylor. Electa- Mrs. Margaret Mitchell, Warder -Mrs. Gertrude Miller. Sentinel -Di. H. E. W. Tamlyn. Auditors- Mr. W. T. Booth, Mr. E. Nash, Dr. H. E. W.-Tamlyn. Trustees -Mr. Oliver Thompson, Mrs.i Dustin Beecroft, Mr. John J. McGee. Following the installation the meeting was adjourned and a buffet supper was served by the officers and members of Huron Chapter at their rooms in Odd Fellow's Hall. At 7.30 the evening tea iion was called by Worthy Patron, Brother David Orr, of Perth Chapter and the first regular meeting of Huron Chapter No. 89, 0. E. S. was declared open at 7.5U p. m. with the following Officers of Perth Chapter officiating. W M. -Sister Mariette Rennie. W. P Brother David Orr. A. M. -Sister Hamilton. Secretary -Sister Sangster. Treasurer -Sister Oliver. Conductress -Sister Mary Bernie. Associate Conductress -Sister Paul. Chaplain -Sister Bright. Marshal -Sister Falkner. Organist -Sister Roulston Adah-Sister Falkner. Ruth -Sister Orr. Esther -Sister Von Zuben, Martha -Sister Stevenson. Electa-Sister Moore. Warder -Sister Bright. When the various orders of business were completed the officers of Perth Chapter very capably exemplified the work of halation on several candidates, after which floral gifts were presented to the Worthy Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of Ontario, Mrs. Elizabeth Tay- lor; Past Worthy Matron, Mrs. Mary Helen Bernie; Worthy Matron, Mrs Mariette Rennie. These ladies very ap- propriately replied to the presentations and were followed by short addresses from the two Grand Officers of the Grand Chapter of Ontario, Past Worthy Patron, Mr.- Charles Heaman; Worthy Patron, Brother David Orr and on behalf of Hur- on Chapter, Worthy Matrcn, Mrs. Mary Adeline Clegg; Wurthy Patron, Mr. R. A Coutts. This concluding the duties of the evening, the Chapter was closed and visitors and members were served with light refreshments. Former Wingham Girl Weds A pretty wedding was solemnized at Kew Beach Presbyterian church, by. the Rev. J A. Cranton on Saturday alternoon at three o'clock, when Miss Elma Armcur, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Armour, 65 Leuty Ave., became the bride of Mr. George A. McKay, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert McKay, 6 Frizzell Ave. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a lovely gown of rust -colored Canton crepe With touches of blue and a large picture hat. She carried a shower bouquet ) of Ophelia roses and white heather, a gift sent from Scotland by friends of the groom's parents. She was assisted by her sister, Miss Verna Armour, who wore , brown charmeuse and lace with hat to 1 match, and carried an armful of Russell roses; also Miss Helen McKay, 'sister of the groom, who wore black Canton crepe and jade green v. ith large black picture hat, carrying Richmond roses. The groom was ably assisted by his brother, Mr. Gordon McKay. The ushers were Mr. J. A. Thompson and Mr. F. Hemphill. During the signing of the register Mia Florence Valleau sang "For You Alone" very sweetly. A reception followed the ceremony at the home of the bride's p.:.r- ents on Leuty Ave , where about one hun- dred guests assembled. 'roasts were pro.. posed by the Rev. Mr. Cranston to the bride, her bridesmaids, the groom, and the mothers of both bride anti grcotn. These were responded to by the groom, his best man, Mr W. Hemphill and Mr. F. Hem- phill, The briIe's table was decorated with linen made by her great-grandmother over a hundred years ago. Mr. and MIT. McKay left later for Buffalo and wants east, the bride wearing sand shade duvetyn and brown bat, with suede shoes and stockings to match. On their return they will reside at 24 Scarboro road, Balmy Beach, TOWN COUNCIL - AL the last regular meeting of Wing. ham town council the town clerk, Mr. W. A Galbraith, who was appointed to that office. one year ago, received a ,great deal of unanimous praise for the manner in which he has attended to his numerous duties. His system of book-keeping is excellent and ES one member of the board said "his promptness and accuracy make our work much easier," THE ADVANCE, is publishing the financial statement and we believe the people will get a pleasant surprise when they receive a copy, for unlike most financial statemen s, it is not merely a jumble of figures, but an in• teresting and clear account of the past years doings and at the back of the book will be found a section devoted to the ..Itatistics of Wingham On the fly leaf is a half tone map of Wingham. The pains Which Mr. Galbraith has taken in the preparation of this report is mere- ly the same manner in which he goes into his duties as clerk, and treasurer of the town ands secretary of the Wingham Utilities Commission. The report of the Medical Health •Officer, Dr. Stewart, was also read. and showed the town to be in a general state of health much better than it could be found for some tittle pre'vious to this year. The report was fyled Mr. W. Hunter was present, requesting a settlement from the town for the new bridge which they completed this fall. A settlement was affected when Mr. Hunter promised to correct any slight de. feet that might happen after the spring flood The treasurer gave a detailed summary of the year's business. The recapitula- tion of the receipts and expenditure for the year just ended is as follows: RECEIPTS Taxes, $23989 10; arrears of taxes, 145.52; weigh scale. fees, 159 73; dog tax, 170.00; rents. 498.00; licenses, 1060.25; loans, 23800 00; cemetery, 245.50; de- bentures, 550.00; fines, 31.00; sinking fund interest, 304.50; repayment of loan, 500 00; miscellaneous, 14395:61. Total $6t849.21. EXPENDITURE Overelraft,.34087.74; expenses of elec- tion and municipal government, 131.57; salaries, allowances and commissions, 2654.65; printing, advertising, postage and stationery, 590.21; insurance. light, heat and care of buildings, including town hall. 1506.61; fire, water and street lighting, 4828,46; law costs including salaries, 77.49; streets, roads and bridges, 3676.10; grants, 927 50; charity, 120.50; public school board, 730000; debentures (prin- cipal). 1817.59; debentures (interest), 5315.52; school debentures (principal), 23 47; school debentures (interest), 16.66; cemetery, 615.11; public library board, 200.00; county road work 117.40; sinking fund, 1136.00; board of health, including salaries, 10.00; sanitary, 1465.00; High school board, 11500 00; miscellaneous, 20001.61. Total, 868119.22. St. Paul's Church Note Sunday, Dec. 25, Christmas Day. 8.30 A M. Holy Clmmunion, 11.00 A. M. Mattins and Holy Communion, 2.30 P. M. Sunday Sclionl Christmas service and Christmas tree for all scholars. Adults cordially invited. Illustrated story of the Birth of Christ. 7.00 P. M. Evensong. Special appropriate music and sermons at Mattins and Evensong. Remember a welcome awaits you at St. Pauls Church. All seats free. Official Returns Chas. E. McDonagh, Returning Officer for North Huron, gave out his official re- turns for the county in the recent election on Monday, December 19th. as follows; Fraser, Liberal, 2423; Spotton, Conserva- tive, 4057 and King. Progressive, 5243. The latter is declared elected with a maj- ority of 1186 over Spotton and 2820 over Fraser. The delay in the receipt of the official count was owing to the failure of the D. R. 0. for Ward 1, Goderich, to make his report to the Returning Officer. The shock of the results must have been too much for him Belgrave L. 0. L. Elect .Cflicers Belgrave C. 0, L No. 462, held their election of officers on Wednesday evening, Dec. 14th., The officers for 1922, are: -- W. M. -A, Watson D. M. -C. H. King Rec. Sec. -W. Brydges Fin. Sec. -C. Coultes Treas. -J el'. Ferguson D. of C. -E. Irwin 1st Lec, -J. Wightman 2nd Lec. --Chas. Keating Com- Allan , Pattiscn, Wm. McMur- ray, H. Leishman, J. McCrea, G. Agricultural Course Literary Society The students attending the Agricultural Course met on Tuesday, Dec. 13th. to or- ganize a Literary Society and the following officers were elected: Pres. -Alvin Smith. Vice Pres. -Marie Hon, Secretary Treae.-George Fowler, Directors -Annie Robinson, Vera Proc- ter, Addison Fraser and James Hardie. Press Reporter- Graham Campbell, Journal Editor -Clifford Hetherington, Sub -Editor -Lena Chainney, Rev. H. W. Snell, B. A., has kindly consented to act as crdic. Meetings will be held every Thursday afternoon in the Council Chamber at 3.30. 1 Thursday, Dec. 22nd 1921 111111111111•1114101111•111111110 1111=1111111111/0 rffalragla The -4111111111°§0 Dominion Store e• Ltd I The Chain Groceiy Stores of Canada. Wingham Branch, - . Josephine St. SPECIAL PRICES From Dec. 22nd. to. Dec. 28th Pure Lard, 2 lbs....35c) Easifirst 5 lb. pl.-84c I Special Choice per lb. Matches, 2 boxes 25c Comfort Soap, 10 cakes. 69c Castile Soap, 7 cakes 25c Soap chips, per lb 20c Palmoleve, 3 for 24e Corn Starch, per pkg 10c Dromedary Dates, pkg 25c Excelsior Dates, pkg 18c Salmon, 3 tins for 25c Choice Corn, 2 tins for 25c Choice Navel Orang- es....55c, 69c, 79c doz. . • Choice Shelled Alm-' onds - Walnuts 69c lb Bread Mince Meat • • • • 2 19c7c 5 37c7c 19c Seedless Raisins, per Ib Orange Peel, per lb Citron Peel, per lb Choice Currants, per lb Prunes 15c Mixed Candies.. .. 22c Chocolates, per lb 25c Icing Sugar per ib ..... 10eti Choice Fruit Cake, per lb 25c Layer Figs per lb 35c Spccial--Choice 5 lb. box Xmas Candy 1.50 Gran.' Ib. Bag 8.00 I : Sugar 85c 10 lb 7ic a load Butter' and Eggs Wanted .31,:61112111181MOSIMPEEN0 xxX 114 MX X XX XX XX X X X M1474 XXxx Last Three Days of Christmas Shopping ;, M Special Values in Every Department. . . . theCIoIng anmosdDreiss Accessories lasting Gilts Gifts For Men Silk Scarfs Wool Scarfs Silk Ties Knitted Ties Silk Shirts _Flannel Shirts Sweater Coats Pullov. ra Umbrellas Handkerchiefs House Coatt Dressing Gowns, etc. Gifts For Children White Furs Mitts Gloves Sweater Coato Serge Dresses Flannel Middle° Wool Sets Baby Dresses Baby Bonnets Baby Robes Baby Yokes, etc. make Gifts For Ladies Silk Stockings Silk Scarfs Silk Underwear Silk Underskirts Silk Bloomers Sill( Parasols Silk Blouses Silk Dresses Fur Scarfs Fur Muffs Fur Coats Kid Gloves Camisoles Kimona,s, etc. Gifts For The Home Table Linens Bath Towels Bed Spreads Wool Blankets Sateen Comforters Wool Comforters Jaeger Auto Rugs Electric Vacuum Cleaners ?loop Rugs Hall Runners, etc. A Merry Christmas To AIL KING BROS, "Get Our Prices Before Buying" X XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XX