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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1941-03-06, Page 5Mrs, Roy MacLaren is the Hen- sail representative of the Times-Ad- vocate and will he glad to receive any news, advertisements or sub- scriptions for the paper* Madllvejina spent the London, Sanders of Exeter was Friday assisting with con- past Hay Miss Ruth week-end. in Mr. W. D. in town on the annual seed show. Miss Kay Drysdale of Sarnia spent the week-end with her parents, Mr, and Mrs. G.. M. Drysdale. Miss Elva McQueen has been fined to her room during the Week with a severe cold, Reeve -George Armstrong of was in Toronto last week attend­ ing the Roadmasters’ Convention. Miss Mary Coleman and friend spent the week-end with relatives in Toronto and attended the hockey game, The Ladies’ Aid of Carmel Pres­ byterian Church will hold a St. Pat­ rick’s ten-cent tea and sale of home baking on Saturday, March 15th, Mrs. Lawrence Baynham and children, of Exeter, visited for a few days last week with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Moir. Miss Goldie Cross, of Alma Col­ lege, St. Thomas, spent the week­ end with her parents, Mr, and Mrs. W. B'. Cross. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Morenz re­ turned to their home at Dashwood after spending several days with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Corbett. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Passmore ■and daughter Anne, and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Passmore, of Delhi, visited on Sunday with -their par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. John Passmore. A Bingo game, euchre and dance will be held in the Town Hall, Hen- sall, on Friday evening, March 7th. Bingo will be played in the fire hall off the Council Chambers and the euchre will be played upstairs in • the hall, after which the dance will follow with music by Murdoch’s or­ chestra, Proceeds in aid -of Red Cross. The Hensall town hall was pack­ ed on Friday evening for the pre­ sentation of the three-act comedy drama, “The Whole Town’s Talk­ ing”, presented by the Ailsa Craig cast and directed by Mrs. H. Love. Rev. R. A. Brook was chairman for the evening, and Miss Greta Lam­ mie played violin solos accompan­ ied at the piano by Miss Helen Dick and Mr. Sam Rennie favored with vocal solos accompanied by Miss Florence Welsh between acts. play was most creditably presented, and the proceeds went to the lodal Red Cross. Refreshments were served to the entertainers at the close. Fractured Wrist Result of Fall on Ice *Mrs-. Carrie Ballantyne met with ,a painful accident on Friday after­ noon when returning home from the prayer service in Carmel Pres­ byterian Church when she slipped and fell on the icy sidewalk and fractured her ’arm. She was at tended by Dr. D. G. Steer and re­ moved to Scott Memorial Hospital, Seaforth, where an X-ray showed a break at the wrist. 40th Annual Seed Show Held Here The South Huron Agricultural Society held its 40th annual Seed Fair here on Friday afternoon. The judge and speaker, Mr. A. W. Mason, head of the field husbandry de­ partment of the O.A.C., gave an educational talk on agricultural subjects with particular reference to the growing of grain and what has been proven by experimenta­ tion at the college; the best seed and most suitable to the soil districts. There was a good attendance at the show and -the .following are the • prize-winners: Fall wheat, W. R. Dougall, William Chapman, H. Des­ jardine; early oats, H. Desjardine, Wm. McKenzie, Robert, Thompson, Wm. Chapman; late oats, W. R. Dougall, Wm. McKenzie, H. Des- . jardine, R. Hicks; hulless oats, Wm. McKenzie; barley, Andrew Dougall, Frank Hicks, W. R. Dou- gall, H. Truemner; field beans, Wm. McKenzie, W. R. Dougall, Thompson; •timothy seed, Dougall H. D'esjardine, H. ner; red clover seed, Wm. zie, H. Truemner; sweet clover seed, H. Desjardine, William Alexander; potatoes, W. R. Dougall. Interesting Pictuers Shown at Y.P.S. Meeting Young People’s Society of Carmel Presbyterian Church was held on , Monday evening With Miss Irene Hoggarth presiding and opened by the playing -of soft music by Miss Margaret Dougall. Hymn “Pass Me Not, o Gentle Saviour”, was sung and Rev. Weir led in prayer. The Scripture, Psalm 32 Was read by Miss Sally Manson. The roll call was taken and the business dis- The Young People are. iri- be the guests of the Y.P.U. United Church on Mareh Rev. weir welcomed the Biblical references gnd scenery. Rev, Weir extended a vote of thanks to pr, Bell and the meeting closed by singing “Come Let Us Sing of a Wonderful Love”, after which Rev. Weir led in prayer. W.C.T.U, Meets The March meeting of the W. 0; T. U. was held in the schoolroom of the United-Church with Mrs, Chas, jinks presiding over the devotional period which opened by singing “Take Time to be Holy” and 4T Need Thee Every Hour”. Mrs. Vic­ tor Fee read the Scripture and Mrs, Eric Kennedy took the devotional. The theme song, “Spirit of the Liv­ ing God” was sung. Mrs, Hedden and Mrs; Hess sang a duet entitled “Here in Thy Name, O Lord, We Come”, panied entitled by Miss iod of silent prayer for the recovery of Miss Jean Murray concluded the devotional period, then The Chas, were of the Temperance Advocate. Mrs. Hess was appointed a delegate to attend, the annual convention of the Ontario Temperance Federation, to be held in the Metropolitan United Church, Thursday and Friday, March 12, 13 and and ably taken by Miss Annie Consitt, Mrs. Victor Fee, Mrs. Eric Kennedy, Mrs, Maude Hedden, Mrs. Chas. Jinks, Mrs. J. Elder and Miss Mar­ tha Hunter. Miss Consitt gave a reading entitled “T,he Three Bars” and the meeting closed by singing a Mrs. Eric Kennedy accom- at the1 piano. A reading “Doing Her Bit” was given Hattie Sutherland. A per- Mrs. Geo, Hess presided, and led in prayer, business' followed and Mrs. Jinks and Mrs. Victor Fee appointed to distribute copies London, on Wednesday, The Robert W. R. Truem- McKen- cussed, vited to at the 17th. guests on behalf of the Society and introduced the speaker of the even­ ing, Dr, James Bell, who showed most beautiful scenery ift pictures -of Switzerland. Er, Hell had a World tour arid described pictures wonderfully. Me also ed pictures on Palestine With taken these shew- many THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE C*n is T. 14. the The theme study, “War Drink Trade” was very hymn. World Day of Prayer Service Largely Attended The schoolroom of Carmel Pres­ byterian Church was*filled on Fri­ day afternoon for the W.orld Day of Prayer service in which the lo­ cal churches all took part. The following hymns were sung during the service, “Thy Kingdom Come, O God”, “Jesus Master Whose I Am”, “O God Our Help in Ages Past” and “The Day Thou Gavest Lord”. Mrs. C. Hudson, president of Carmel. W.M.S. presided for part of the service and Mrs. Robert Cameron, Mrs. J. Dallas and Mrs. J. W. Bon- thron led in prayer. A ladies’ quar­ tette comprising * Mrs. Malcolm Dougall', Miss Margaret Dougall, Mrs. W. A.-MacLaren and Mrs. And­ rew Dougall sang “Far Away”, un­ accompanied. Miss Mary .Fee pre­ sided over the period of devotion taken I by <».St. ^.Paul’s Anglican, Church and Mrs. H. Lawrence, Mrs. R. H. M'iddleton and Mrs. Thos. Lavender led in prayer. Mrs. ^W. B. Cross, president of the W.M.S. of the United Church presided over a period of the service and Mrs. R. A. Brook, Mrs. Carrie Ballantyne and Mrs. Chas. McDonnell led in pray­ er. Miss Florence Welsh and Mrs. Geo. Hess sang a vocal duet entitl­ ed “Have You Told Anyone About Jesus”. Miss Greta Lammie ac­ companied at the piano. The minute devotional period was en by Mrs, W. A. MacLaren. . BRINSLEY five- tak- theCorbett attended his sister, Mrs. Arnold (Estelle Corbett) on She died suddenly in Service was held Everard funeral of Hodgins Thursday. Sarnia Hospital, in Holy Trinity Church, Lucan, fol­ lowed by burial, service in St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Mrs. Hodgins is survived by her husband one daughter, Mrs. Parkinson, of Denfield, and three sons, at home. Mrs. Fred Neil was taken to Vic­ toria Hospital, London, on Monday, and on Tuesday underwent an op­ eration. We wish hei’ a speedy re­ covery. George Lee, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Lee, has returned home where he will recuperate after his recent illness. Harvey Morley, of Sarnia, spent Saturday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Morley. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Trevethick, of Detroit, visited at the former’s, home with his father, Mr. John Treve- thick. Mrs. Harold Lee met with mis­ fortune when she. slippped and fell on the ice, breaking her leg. Pte. Cyril Morley, of Petawawa Camp, spent the week-end with his family. Mrs. Sherwood Brock of Elim- ville visited With her daughter, Mrs. Goldwin Glenn. A former resident Of this dis­ trict, Mrs. Charles Harris, passed away , at her home in Parkhill on Thursday. The funeral service was held in«Parkhill and burial was in Mars’ Hill cemetery. Harris, of the eleventh is ft son. Mrs. Dalton Lewis is Hospital, London, for We hope sh? is Sobn ori the -Way to recovery. MjfS. Margaret Gilbert celebrated her s&venty-seventh birthday on Sftftday at the hamb of her daugh­ ter, Mrs. Wm. Twiddle, Miss Dbrothy Sterling spent the Wbbk-end at hbf heme In Clinton. CENTRALIA Mr. and Mrs. George Raynham spent the week-end wjth relatives in London. Mrs. Kershaw visited with Mr, and Mrs, E, Thompson in London Thursday of last week. Mrs. W. Hodgert, of^Exetei', visiting with her sister, Mrs. Willis. Mrs. John Sleamon returned home on Friday of last week after spend­ ing the past few months with her son, <Mr* and Mrs, M, C. Sleamon, near Chatham. Mr. Sleamon spent Friday and Saturday here. Mr. and Mrs, Gordon Hamilton and Laverne of Thames Road were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs, Thos, Smith, (Mrs. C. J. O’Brien spent a few days this week with Mr. and Mrs. J. Mugan in London. Mr, and and family Granton -to where Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Hale and family have moved to Byron, , 'The sympathy of the community is extended to Mr. G. Andrew in the death of his brother, Mr. Frank Andrew, of Carlisle, Sask. Miss Hazel Watkins spent the week-end at her home in Clinton. Mr. W. Colwill was in London for a few days last week owing to the illness of his brother, Mr. Frank Colwill. Mr. and Mrs. Ewart Powe, of London, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs; Wm. Skelton. Social Evening A very successful social even­ ing was held by the/Young People’s Association. The program consist­ ed of musical selections by the Skinner family, mouth organ selec-*, tions by C. Skinner, J. Blaii’ and William Baker; readings by Mar­ jorie Flynn and vocal solos by Mrs. M. Fletcher of Exeter and also a debate, “Resolved that the Auto­ mobile is more Useful than Harm­ ful”. The affirmative side was taken by Mr. Bruce Isaac and Miss Hazel Watkins and the negative by Mr. Gerald Godbolt and Miss Grace Andrews. The negative side won. The judges were Mr. J. Morley, Mr. Floyd and Mr. Shaw of Exeter. The evening closed with the singing of “God Save the King”. The proceeds amounted to $15.00. Home and School Club Centralia-Home and School Club met in the school on Thursday ev­ ening of last wee,k for a pot luck suppei’ followed by their regular monthly meeting and election of officers. ,Miss Hazel Watkins pre­ sided over the election of officers, which resulted as -follows: Hon. President, Mrs. F. Penwarden; pres., Mrs. R. Smith; first vice-pres., Mrs B. Field; second vice-pres., Mrs. W. Skinner; rec. sec., B. Field; asst., Mrs. H. Lightfoot; treas., J. Blair; pianist, Mrs. F.’ Penwarden; cor. sec., Mrs. F. Bowden; asst., J. Blair; assistant pianist., Mrs. A. Essery; program convener, Mrs. F; Pen warden; membership convener, William Willert; social convener, Mrs. J. Essery. Mrs. F. Penwarden, the retiring president very ably expressed her appreciation for the support of the executive and' members during the past three years. Home and School Associations .have been asked to supply layettes in connection with refugee work. The Association has responded and sewing was handed out to members. Some members are supplying knitted articles clothing. Mrs, Arthur Lightfoot moved last week -from Mr. 0. Brown’s farm Lightfoot is employed. GRAND BEND Mr. Erwin Holt left for of/ Galt where he is entered in a course with the R.C.A.F. ' ■ Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mason and son Gerald of Dashwood, Mr. and Mrs. Wells, of Exeter, were Sunday visitors with Mrs. Etta Baker. Miss Beulah Holt, nurse-in-train- ing at Victoria Hospital, London, visited friends on Saturday. i Mr. John Mousseau visited brother on the Sauble line week. Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Turnbull ited Mr. and Mrs. Steeper, of Leu- ry on Sunday. Mrs. Steeper’s daughter had the misfortune to slip apd break her leg. Mr. Forest village Mr. his last vis- th e St. of I and Mrs. Garnet Statton of visited friends around on Sunday. Stanley Gill has left for Thomas again after a couple weeks at home after an operation He is feeling Very well Mr. Ivan Green is all baby boy has arrived. Mrs. Ila Baker of again, smiles. A Ernest concession, in Victoria treatment. ....a girl .and a cat are much alike, A good paint job conceals the years but thq lines tell the story. Dashwood visited Mrs. Etta Baker, on Sun­ day. Don’t forget to attend each* Wed­ nesday evening prayer service Un­ til Eastei’, at the -different cottages. Mrs. Rufus Turnbull held a Quilt­ ing bee on Tuesday. Mrs. Nancy Ravelle visited her daughter in St. Marys. . Mr, Percy Atkinson, of Brantford, spent Sunday with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Pert Craig of Au­ burn visited in the village day. ■ : j . ■ Mr, Bob*- Turnbull, of son of Mr. Max Turnbull, at present, Mr. Marvin Love of London speftt Sunday with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, Tom Love. oft Suri- Guelph, is home dashwood Mrs. Harry Cook, of Windsor, is spending this week with her par­ ents, Mr, gild Mrs. D, Tieman. Mr. Fred Preeter# of Stratford, visited relatives here a few days last week, Mrs. Reid, of Thedford, speftt ft few'Mays, with her daughter, Mrs, A, Goetz. Howard Klujnp, of Kitchener, spent the week-end with his par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Klump. A St. Patrick’s teg will be held at the home of Mrs- (Pr.) R. U* Tay­ lor on Monday afternoon, March 1th. Proceeds will go toward the Red Cross, Theodore Luft who has secured a position ift Kitchener, spent Sun­ day with his parents, Rev. and Mrs- T. Luft.Mr, Gardiner, of the Commercial hotel, intends holding a St. Pat­ rick’s dance on March 17th with good music in attendance. A number from here attended the hockey match in Stratford on Monday night; Mr. and Mrs, A. Goetz and Mrs. Reid motored to Galt where Mrs. Reid will few weeks. Messrs, Milford Merner Tieman shipped a load Toronto on Monday. and Mrs. Addison friends in Clinton on Sunday visit for a and Mervyn of cattle to Mr. visited day. Tieman on Sun- ELIMVILLE Mr. and Mrs. Hillson Whiteford, of Ingersoll, spent Sunday at Mr. John Herdman’s. Miss Joy Whitlock, of St. Thomas, was a week-end visitor in this com­ munity. Pte. W. H. Dickey, of Hamilton, attended the Baker-Ford wedding. W.M.S. Meeting The World Day of Prayer was observed on February 28th by the W.M.S., meeting at the home of Mrs. Pooley. was in charge, program was. Pooley gave There were 12 ladies present. Shower for Bride-Elect A kitchen shower was held honor of Miss Ina Ford on Tuesday of last week at the Home of Miss Dorothy Johns. About forty la­ dies gathered despite a very stormy day. Af£er an address was read by Dorothy Johns the gifts were pre­ sented and passed around. „Tb-e re­ cipient expressed her appreciation in a few words. Mrs. Hubert Hey­ wood sang a solo, Miss Ethel Pooley gave a humorous reading and Miss­ es Etheleen and Eileen Johns play­ ed a piano duet. c°n" tests were enjoyed and luncheon was served. On Wednesday after­ noon the bride-to-be showed her trousseau^ Miss Hazel Johns dis­ played the pieces to the callers. Fol­ lowing is the address read at the shower: Dear Ina: We, your neighbors and friends are gathered-here this afternoon in honor of your approaching mar­ riage ands to wish you good fortune when you embark on your new ven­ ture. Though you are . leaving this community to go to another, it is not far away and we hope you return to visit us often. We are going to miss you, but the community to which are going will find a good neighbor in the new bride and groom. If you are ever in danger of getting us just look at these kitchen utensils and remember the thoughts of your Elimville Winchelsea friends are with always. Mrs; Frank Brock The Day of Prayer followed and Mrs. a missionary talk. gags’ ? THAMES ROAD RQY3 Messrs. Percy Passmore and John Efidgert attended tha GoQd Reads cpnvention in Torontp last week, A number of young men attend­ ed the Maple Leaf Beston game at Tprpntp pn Saturday, Despite the cpld weajther pn Fri­ day night a large’ crewd attended the carnival at the rink. Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Peters, pf Varna, were guests at the manse last Wednesday. Mr, John Morgan was at Byron on Sunday. Mrs. Jphn Hodgert sang at the the afternoon service at Roy’s on Sunday and at the Young People’s Union at night. She was a guest of Mr, and Mrs. Stan Hocking. The Day of Prayer service was held at the home of Miss Melies Dow, of Roy’s on Friday. A large attendance was present. Rev, Mair gave the address and Mrs, Murray Christie and Elsie Dow sang a duet entitled “Don’t Stop Pray­ ing”. Lunch was served and a social time spent, Andrew Christie is able to be out after his illness. Mrs. Lloyd Ballantyne is at pre­ sent in St. Joseph’s Hospital. Thames Road Day of Prayer was held Friday in the church base­ ment. The attendance was not as large as usual. The Thames Road Y.P.U. will be the guests of Roy’s Y.P.U. on Fri­ day evening, March 14th. % Mr. Wm. Hackney has been con­ fined to the house for some time. Cheerio. If winter comes, can spring be long behind? We were glad to hear the Times- Advocate mentioned over “Neigh­ borly News” last Sunday morning. Mrs. Jack Stewart returned to Toronto Monday where been waiting upon her Mrs. Hawkins. We Wm. 'J’lCL'HSDAY, MAISCH Ml, IM in win Ina, you for- few that and you i I WOODHAM The Young People’s Union held a skating party at. Granton Arena on Tuesday evening of last week and returned to the Sunday School rooms, where a dainty lunch was served. This party was to have taken place a few weeks ago, but was 'cancelled owing to the weather conditions. Miss Marion Mills, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Mills, fell while skating on Tuesday evening and crabked her wrist. We hope she will soon be able to use her arm again. The W.M.S. meets Wednesday aL ternoon at the home of Mrs. Wesley Shier. Program inl3 charge of Group 3. The Young People’s Union met Sunday evening in the basement of the church. Mrs. Wm. Thompson presented the topic. Miss Lois Rundle, of London, re­ turned to Woodham Friday after­ noon to take her part in the Young People’s play which was presented at Crediton the same evening. This play also had to be postponed for a couple of weeks, owing to blocked roads and bad weather conditions. Miss Florence Kirk, teacher, Gladstone, was a week-end guest tlie home of her parents. Miss Marjory Laing, Stephen township, spent end at her home here. • Mr. and Mrs.'Laverne daughter Donna of Kirkton; and Mrs. Howard Anderson and daughter Shirley, of Washington, were Sunday Visitors at the homo of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Squire. The Forth Presbytery meets at Stratford united Church, ’Tuesday of this week. of at inteacher the week- Stone and Mn she has daughter,. that Mr.are glad to report Hackney is much improved, CREDITON A and Mrs. Wm. McKenzie, ofMr. Kippen, and Miss Elva Lamport, of London, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Ezra Lamport on Sunday. Bob Blackwell, of Brantford, spent the week-end here. Kenneth Lillow, of North Bay, spent Sunday in the village. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Haist and daughter, Mr, Matthew Finkbeiner, and Mr. Irwin Fritz,, of Pelham, spent a few days over the week-end in the, community. Friends and acquaintances of Harvey Pfaff, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pfaff, Crediton, will be pleas­ ed to learn that he arrived safely overseas and that he is feeling fine. Mr. Thos. Trevethick is register­ ing improvement for which hi(s many friends both in church and common walks of life are grateful. The minister visited the follow­ ing in Victoria Hospital, London: Mrs. Fred Neal, of Brinsley; Miss Ida Sweitzer, of Shipka, and Mrs. Dalton Lewis, of’ Brinsley. Oui* prayers embrace their physical and spiritual interest, trusting that they may soon experience a return to normal strength. k March, and the winter is slipping away. Not that we mind that in the least, but it is the slippery part, when snow becomes rain and rain becomes ice, that should concern us all. Good deep snow -may be •uncomfortable to get about in but it does not .hold the hazards of ac­ cidents that ice-coated surfaces hold for the unwary and which have to be faced and navigated from nqw on. The Rev. Lawrence H. Turner, B.A., of the Crediton circuit of the United Church, embracing Shipka, Brinsley and Crediton, announces a series of Lenten services for the month of March. Sunday, March 9th,. “The Dilemma of Godlessness”. March 16 th, “The Soul’s Surmise”. March 23rd, “Vows”. March 30th, “Christ at the Door”. During this Lenten season particularly, let us enter into the mind of pur Lord,< that sharing with Him the burdens of a sinful world we might emerge with Him wearing a crown of right­ eousness with the sceptre of triumph in our hands. * . Red Cross Play and Draw The play and draw in the town hall last Friday night held under the auspices of the Crediton Red Cross Unit, Was a decided success. The capacity of the crowd was re­ presentative of all the surrounding’ communities. The play, “Cheerio My Deario”, was presented by the Woodham Young People. The hearty applause and laughter of the aud­ ience indicated that the play arid players ’ met with approval. Mr. Laing rendered saxophone selec­ tions between acts. The draw for prizes was made by Arthur Amy and Herbert K. Eilber, who was chairman for the evening, Was hold­ er of the first ticket drawn. Mr. Eilber had the quilt sold by aufition. Mrs. MacDonald, of McGillivray, was the holder of the second ticket drawn and received the hooked mat. The local uftit is to be ’highly con­ gratulated for arranging such a pleasant arid profitable evening. As a result the fund for the Rod Gross work will be increased *by $90 .$5, ordially Invited to Attend OUR -MpCQRMIC&DEERING POWER -FARMING ENTERTAINMENT Two Bijj Free Shows on “ MONDAY, MARCH 10th Dashwood—-1.30 p.m. Sharp Zurich--7.30 p.jra. Sharp See and laugh with us as we witness the fine performance of ROB COOK the “MAGICAL COMEDIAN” See and hear about the new McCormick-Deering conventional four wheel tractors, the W4, W6 and AVD6; three new streamlined tractors with many revolutionary features designed to provide maximum power requirements for any farmer at lowest possible cost. Find out about the new Farmaiis, which have created new records in fuel economy, and general satisfaction. A trained, engineer will be on hand to answer your tractor or fawn machinery problems Remember the date and plan to be our guest at this big POWER FARMING SHOW AND ENTERTAINMENT. You will find, the program interesting and educational. ‘ V.'L. RECKER Dashwood, Ontario KIPPEN Archie Parsons, spent Sunday J, Carter, of Horney visit- Mr. and Mrs. Harold and Gerald with Mr, and Mrs. Clandeboye. Mr. and Mrs; W, ed on Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Enos Herdman, of Varna. Mr. Clarence McLean, of London, spent Sunday at the home of his sister, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Johnson. Miss Esther Price and Mr, El­ more Gackstetter, of Dashwood, spent Sunday at the home -of Mr. and Mrs. Olivei’ Jaques. Miss Mary Westlake, who spent ■ the past week with Miss Irma Fer­ guson, returned to her home in Exeter. Miss Edna Dayman, of Seaforth, spent the week-end with her par-. ents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dayman. W.M.S. Observes World Day of Prayer - The W.M.S. of the United Church observed the World Day of Prayer on Friday afternoon, Feb. 28th, at the manse. The meeting was presided over by Mrs. N. Alex­ ander and opened with the theme “Thy Kingdom Come” and a short- reading. Hymn 140 was sung, fol­ lowed by a responsive reading. Hymn 379 was sung arid a praye- in unison followed. Mrs. Alexan­ der gave a short reading.and Mrs. Chandler led in prayer. Hymn 662 was then -sung and the Bible read­ ing Psalm 46, was read by Irma’ Ferguson. Mrs. W. Horney led in prayer and various readings and prayers were again given by Mrs. Alexander. The topic, “Linking East With West” was given by Mrs. A. McMurtrie, assisted by Mrs.* W.V Meilis. A short Bible reading was given by Irma Ferguson and Mrs. J. B. McLean led in prayer. The offering and roll call were then taken and there was a short-busi­ ness discussion. Hymn 568 was sung and the meeting closed with the National Anthem and the bene-' diction in unison. KHIVA Miss Evelyn McCann, of Rodney; and Miss Leona McCann, nurse-in­ training at St. Joseph’s Hospital? London, spent the week-end With their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben McCann. Mr. Pius Dietrich underwent an operation for appendicitis oh Tues­ day at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Lon­ don, and is getting along nicely. J Mr was and Mr, and Mrs. Clayton WiJdfong and -daughter Nona and Mr, Mervyn Willert, of London, spent Sunday with Mr, and Mrs, Arthur Willert, Miss Lorna Kraft of London, spent Sunday with her parents, and Mrs. E» G, Kraft. A very enjoyable evening spent at the home of Mr, Mrs. Wm. Stade on Tuesday, Febru­ ary 25th, when about twenty-five relatives and friends surprised Mel­ vin in honor of his birthday, The evening was spent in progressive euchre, the high prizes being won by Mrs. Arthur Willert and Mr, Sim Willert and the consolation prize was awarded to Mrs. Louis Rader and Mr, Louis Rader. A dainty lunch was then served. WHALEN $70.>00 was realized for the To­ ronto Telegram War Victims’ Fund at the Bingo at Whalen School, S.S. No. 12, Usborne, on Monday. February 24th. Mrs. Harvey Squire visited dur­ ing the week for a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Anderson, Thames Road. Mrs. Harry White, Gwen and Doreen of Kirkton, also Miss Mar­ jorie Parkinson, of Zion, were week­ end visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Parkinson. David Hodgson, of St. Thomas, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hodgson. He has recently been transferred from Toronto to St. Thomas and is taking a twenty weeks’ course with the R.C.A.F. Miss Jean Morley has returned to her home, .having spent the past two months with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Morley, of Hazel Park,. Mich. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Carter, of Metropolitan were Sunday visitors, with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hodgson. The ladies of the community quilted three quilts in the Sunday School rooms of the church on Fri­ day afternoon. In the evening Un­ der the auspices of the W.A. a pot luck supper was served to a good crowd. Progressive crokinole was the entertainment of the evening. Prizes were won by Mrs. Walter Gunning and Mr. -George Squire. Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Spence, of Metropolitan, were recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Melville Hern. Mr. -Grafton Squire and Mr. Bob Lindsay, of Kitchener, spent Sun­ day in London. 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