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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1941-12-25, Page 5Page 5 i Coming to Hensall C. R. Wilkinson* R.O. Ophthalmic Optician Wingham will be at W. O. GOODWIN’S Store, every 1st and 3rd Tuesday ip the month, for the purpose of testing eyes and fitting glasses., Difficult cases and those that have not been properly fitted, specially recommended to con­ sult me, Hours IQ a,m. tn 6 p,m- Phone 16 Hensall for appointment chair and opened by singing “Joy to the World”, Allowed by the Lord’s prayer in unison*.' The scrip­ ture, Matthew 2:1-1*0, was read by Mrs. Brook. Prayers were offered 'by the members. Mrs. Hedden fa­ vored with a vocal solo accompan­ ied by Miss Irene Douglas at the piano. Miss Jean Murray presided oyer the business, after which Mrs. Jinks led in prayer. The meeting closed by singing “A Better Day Js Coming” and the benediction. Public School Concert The annual Christmas Concert at the Public School was held on Friday afternoon with the princi­ pal, Mr. Claude Blowes, as chair- jfe DANCE • TIEMAN’S IIALL Dashwood New and Old Time WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER Romph’s Orchestra ADMISSION — 35c TOE. EXETER TJM.ES-APVPCATE THURSDAY* PMC. Wh* mi 24 HENSALL K man. gift’service was held in Presbyterian church on morning when the children gifts for the War Memorial ZION ThO December meeting of the Mission Circle will be held at the home of Jean Brock on Sunday morning, December 28, at Mr. and Mrs. E. Hern visited on Mrs, DASHWOOD i Hany Hoffxnan spent a tew ! in Toronto last week, Mrs. Cprrie is on the sick VjTe hope for a speedy recovery. ; X! 'Miss Jean Cole has left to spend: a few days at her home near’ Kirkton, J? Mrs. John Snyder, of St. Cathar- ines, is visiting with her mothei’,. Mrs. Hayter* | George Tiernan, son of Mr, and.Mrs, A* Tiexnan, is very ill with an- 'i® attack of appendicitis, Donald Qestrelcher and Eunice Oestreich er, of London, are spend­ ing their holidays at their heme here, Miss Zeta Nadiger, R.N., of How­ ell, Mich., spent the week-end with her parents, Mr, and Mrs, Wm. Na- diger. Word was received here on Sun­ day of the death of Mrs. Meyer, wife of Rev. T. 'B. Meyer, a former’ pas­ tor in the Evangelical church. In­ terment took Monday, Mrs, Grace Miss Shirley spent the week-end with the for­ mer’s mother, Mrs. D. Schroeder, who has been on the sick list. We are glad to report that Mrs. Schroe­ der’ is improving. -—v--------- CENTRALIA Mrs? W. Bowden is nursing Mrs. Kestle in Exeter. Mr, and Mrs. M. Sleamon and June were Sunday visitors with Mrs. J. Sleamon. The Misses Mae, Ruby and Eva Merriam are holidaying with their parents, Rev., and Mrs. Merriam, Mr. Rex Mills, of Wyoming, and Mr. and Mrs. Truman Mills, of Sar­ nia, spent Friday with their moth­ er, Mrs. H- Mills. Miss Norma Durham* who has been staying with her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Field, is spending a couple of weeks at her home in Heirsburg. Miss Mildred Hicks, of Shipka, is spending the vacation with her mother, Mrs. B. Hicks. Miss Doro­ thy Hicks, of London, spent week-end with her mother. Christinas Concert The Christmas concert put by the Sunday School, the Home and School Club and the School was presented in the schoolroom of the church on Friday evening 'before a largje and appreciative audience. The numbers were well given. The school children were assisted by their tor, Mr. L. Wein, patriotic .pageant. Mrs. L. Hicks, the Wein, for the fine 4aya ll§t* A world crisis such -as todays# olariHas’to each and every one of us the problems of the Farmer, Workman* Business Man, Man­ ufacturer and Consumer* Appreciating one anpfhers” burdens, Christmas means more to us this year than ever before* c ■ ’ A- Saturday vacation is to at Sq. -To our New Friends at the Airport, To the Farmers, To Fellow Business A^SPOlUtO.^-’ To All of Exeter*, week in th erCROMARTY • Miss Mary Currie left the begin­ ning of tho week for Toronto, where she will spend the winter with hex* sister. Very bad colds have been pre­ valent of late and many who have been laid up with them are im­ proving, Mrs. Robinspn, who has been on the sick list, is improving and is able to be up and around although not out of doom’s. Christinas Cbncert The annual concert was held in S.S. No. 6 on Thursday last. The program, given chiefly by the schol­ ars under the efficient leadership of Mr. Roy Goulding, consisted of a cantata composed of boys and girls of the school, who did their part in an excellent manner. There was a good representation of par­ ents and neighbors. Mr. Goulding deserves much credit for the able manner in which he instructs the children in singing. This is a very commendable work and a very wor­ thy one for the children of to-day,' as the pupils of a few years ago did not Da- Mr., Thursday with Mr* and Myron Culbert* of Lucan. Mrs. A. Gunning, of Exeter, visiting in the community, Alma Ratz left on spend the ‘Christmas her home in Crediton. Mrs. George Earl, spent several days last community. Mrs. Orville Roger and son vid visited on Wednesday with and Mrs. E, Hern. The Christmas service was held at 'Zion church on Sunday. There was special music ‘by the choir and the Christmas message was given by Rev. A Laing, An offering was taken which amounted to $18,10, This is to be turned ovei’ to the Evening Telegram foi’ the Junior Fund to bring Christmas Cheer to the children of Britain. Cln'istmas Concert The Christmas concert was held in Zion church on Friday evening There was a large crowd in atten­ dance and the program was open­ ed by a patriotic pageant arrang­ ed by Mr. Lawrence Wein, music teacher, Harry Hern gave historic facts of the nation—Britain, Eng­ land, Ireland, Scotland, ending with Africa, Canada and the Islands of the Empire, Australian soldiers, sailors, airmen, Red Cross nurses and Uncle Sam were represented by the school children. Patriotic songs were sung as ^stage. The consisted of tions. Much en to the teacher, Miss Alma Ratz, and the music teacher, Mr. L. Wein for making the program such a cess. A MERRY CHRISTMASCarmel Sunday brought Sick Children’s Hospital in Lon­ don and the older members of the congregation brought their dona­ tions for the British Children’s Christmas Fund, amounting to $20.00. At this service the fol­ lowing were presented with dip­ lomas and seals: For memory work, Margaret Campbell, Bruce Moir; for perfect Sunday School atten­ dance, Lila and Betty Moir, Dolly Hildebrandt, Florence Schwalm, Lois and Marion MacLaren, Maxine Pur^y, Billy Campbell, Donald and Ronald McKinnon. Lois and Mar­ ion MacLaren were awarded seals; for a two-year period of perfect at­ tendance. The auditorium of Gordon Campbell is assisting iru the Rost Office during the Christ-’ mas season. Miss Marie Bell, of London, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs, Wm* iG. Bell. Mr. William Cook, of Vancou­ ver, B.C., is visiting with his moth­ er, Mrs. Catharine Devlin, Mr, and Mrs. Russel Keyes, of Mitchell, visited on Sunday with Mr. and (Mrs. Harold Parker. Miss Hazel .Smillie, of Atwood, is holidaying at the home of her par­ ents, Mr, and Mrs. Jas, Smillie. Miss Enid Parkins, of London, spent the week-end at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Par­ kins. Mr, spending the Christmas holidays' x „with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John I c,urch was decorated lor -the Elder> vice by Gordon Campbell andJeanette and- Billy Hicks return-^ T1Xe choir sang twQ ed home after spending a week witb' ftrnR ■their grandmother, Mrs. Nichols, at Parkhill. Mrs, Geo. Walker* is spending a few days this week with her daugh­ ter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Gould, in Clinton. •i Mr. Sid MacArthur has receiv­ ed the contract as rural mail car­ rier on R.R. 2, Hensall, and will' commence his duties on January 1st. Mrs. Wilfred Freeman, nee Isa- bell Saundercock, who has been confined to Byron Sanatorium for the past four years, is able to re­ turn to her home and has been vis­ iting during the past two with her mother, Mrs. Annie dercock. The winning ticket on the hook-j ed .mat donated to the Exetor-Hen- Lome Elder, of Galt, is weeks Saun- . . i the ser- Bob an- I thems, “The World’s Redeemer”, and “The Nativity Song”, with Mrs. Malcolm Dougall and Mrs. Jas. Pat­ terson singing the duet. Rev. Wm. Weir conducted the service and spoke on the subject, “Christmas Gifts.” .At the evening service the choir sang two anthems, “The Song and the SUr” with Miss Mar­ garet Dougall ’taking the obligato solo, and “This Holy Night”, solo­ ist, Miss Irene Hoggarth, and obli­ gato duet by .Misses.Irene' Hoggarth and Mabel Workman. Mr. Weir delivered an inspiring message on "Christmas in Time of War”. White Gift Service in .United , Chlurch have this golden opportunity. ■----------_■?.------------- • CHISELHURST IV. M. S. Meete of on place in Elmira on Doerr and daughter* Doerr, of Detroit, M. GEORGE WRIGHT each one came on the rest or the program dialogues and recita- credit should be giv- Christmas service was held Sunday morning in the United church when Rev. R. A. Brook de­ livered an inspiring sermon on the sail Branch of the Canadian Legion! subject, “The Fullness of Time”, by Mrs. Fred Bonthron, was sold ■ The choir sang an anthem, “There to Miss Grace Ortwein, of Zurich,; Were Shepherds.” Dr. I. G. Smil- , lie sang a solo, “The Holy City”, I Miss Greta Lammie played a vio- | lin solo entitled “Intermezzo”; so- i prano solo with violin obligato, “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” soloist, Mrs, Maude Hedden, violinist, Miss Greta Lammie and Miss Mary Good- ' win presided at. the console of the organ. The church was beauti­ fully decorated by Mrs. G. M. Drys­ dale and Dr. I. G. Smillie. A white gift, service was held in the evening with the entire pro­ ceeds being given to the Evening Telegram Christmas amounted to $137.50. r~’ ' cessional hymn, “O Come All Ye Faithful” was led by the choir and ■the teachers and pupils of the Sun­ day School inarched to the front pews of the ren’s chorus, the Air” was in'g by Ross the Night the Wise Men Caine”. An exercise by four boys was followed by an address by Rev, R. A. Brook, after, which the choir sang “Now­ ell, Nowell”, Miss Mary Coleman ‘read a selection entitled “Legion of Cathay”. Mr. Edison Forest gave a reading entitled “Our In­ spiration”, followed by an anthem, “Infant Holy, Infant Lowly”, Af­ ter the “Legion of Long Ago”, the secretary, Edison Forest, present­ ed the gifts and called the roll, followed by a quartette of dedica­ tion by Patsy McDonell, Gloria Twitchell, Marion Sangster and Ruth Hess. The service conciude’d with the benediction and the Na­ tional Anthem. Miss Lettie Love* of Toronto, is spending with hex; Love. by Mrh. Maude Hedden, feather pillows, Wein, of Crediton, were Mr. John Willis, of Exeter. Anglican Church Holds Supper and, Christmas Tree The Anglican church members, held a ’delicious supper in the schoolroom of the church' on Thurs­ day evening after which Rev. M. A. Hunt was chairman and numerous Christmas carols were sung, ac­ companied by Miss Ethel Clark. . Mrs. R. H. Middleton favored with a vocal solo entitled “The Six Little Foxes”, accompanied by Miss Ethel Clark. and distributed the gifts tree. and the donated by Mrs. won by Santa Claus arrived from the beautiful when he Community Tree A record crowd and a day greeted Santa Claus arrived .at the Community Christ­ mas Tree on Saturday afternoon. Following brief addresses by Reeve E. Shaddick and Rev. ta distributed bags of nuts to countless boys after which the children ed to 'a picture show in the Town Hall featuring “Mickey’s Wild Ca­ pers”' and “Circus Days and Jungle Jitters”. At five o’clock Reeve Shaddick drew the lucky., tickets and the first prize, $5.00 was won by Mrs. John Anderson, Kippen; ond, $4.00 by Mrs. A. Orr; third, $3.00 by Mrs. Wm. Foster; fourth, $2.00, Mrs. Alvin Kerslake and fifth, $1.00, Mrs. Emerson Smith, Kippen. Will Celebrate 92nd Birthday Weir, San­ candy and and girls, were treat- sec- J. W. Ortwein, one of Hen- most prominent ■ residents. for British •Fund. The Children’s collection The pro- church. The child- ‘‘There’s a Song in followed by a read- Kennedy, “Through the Christmas holidays parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm.Mr sail’s will celebrate his 9 2nd birthday ; at his home in Hensail on Christ­ mas bers is a and and twenty-three years he was superin­ tendent of the United church Sunday School and at present has a large class of boys attending the Sab­ bath School and church services every Sunday. Mr. Ortwein is en­ joying his usual good health and is vpry active at his daily duties. He I has four daughters, MrS. J, Brink-' holt, Kitchener; Mrs. B. Lohr*| Boswell, Pa<; Mrs. Jas. Patterson; and Mrs. G. !M. Drysdale* Hensall.; I and two sons, Alonzo, Detroit, And} Milton, of London. ! W.C.T.U. Meets ! The regular meeting of'the Exe- „— „ — — ------------ tor-Hensall Branch of the w.c*T*U. is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Melson was held on Thursday afternoon in | Schenk and family in the loss of the schoolroom of the United (their daughter, Helen, a former re­ church with Mrs. Chas. Jinks in the sident of this place. Day with his wife and mem- of his family. Mr. Ortwein pioneer merchant of the village has been reeve of the Village a member of the council. For -V- ■ SHIPKA aiid Mrs. Wm. Sweitzer spent last with relatives in Auburn* at her London, at her is train- Mr Sunday Thedford. Miss Violet Sharpe, of is spending her vacation home here. Miss Gertrude , Ratz* of is spending her vacation home here. Mr. James Clarke, who ihg at Kitchener, spent Sunday last at his home. Mr. Verne Weido, who has been training at Camp Bordep, has re­ turned home..*.;. On Sunday last a Christmas ser­ vice was conducted by Bev* L. H* Turner. Miss Verna Baumgarten sang a solo. The sympathy of this community The regular monthly meeting the W.M.S. of the Chiselhurst Un­ ited church was held at the home of Mrs. Earl Kinsman. The meet­ ing was well attended. Mrs. Kins­ man presided over the following program: Hymn 399, prayer by the president, Christmas readings, scrip­ ture by Rev. R. Brooks, Mrs. John Tremeer was made a life member, Mrs. D. Chappel reading the ad­ dress and Mrs. Earl Treffry pre­ sented ther certificates and mem­ bership pin. The officers for the coming year are as follows: Mrs. pres., pres., pres., Mrs. T. Brintnell Stoneman; cor. pianist, Mrs, W. R. Kinsman; 'tem­ perance sec., Mrs. H. Wright; Christian Stewardship and Fin­ ance, Mrs. G. Ryckman; literature and press sec., Mrs. > Wm. Brint­ nell; Missionary Monthly sec., Mrs. R. A. McDonald; flowei’ comm., Mrs. G. Dalrymple, Mrs. G. Wren, Mrs. S. Sararas. Rev. R. A. Brook presided over the business part of the meeting. Boxes were packed for 'the shut-ins and the meeting closed -V- WINCHELSEA Mrs.' W. J. Veal visited on urday with her mother, Mrs. ford, of Exeter.’ Miss Grace Collier, spent Saturday with ■parents, Mr. and Mrs. suc- Sat- El- Joseph Fergusion; Mrs. E. Kinsman; Mrs. E. Treffry; Mrs. D. Chappel; treas., sec., Mrs. with, prayer. , ---------V- Pres., vice- vice- vice- sec., . Carl 1st 2nd 3rd rec. Mrs. J. Glenn; STAFFA Sunshine Mission Band Sunshine Mission Band met community hall for a Christ- The The in the mas party, 18 being present, devotional part of the program op­ ened with quiet music played by Mrs. Aidworth. The hymn “Away in a Manger” was followed by pray­ er by Mrs. Aidworth; temperance exercise, “What Leaves Told”, by Jean McKellar and Jean Taylor. Hymn “Joy to the World” was sung and Mrs. Aidworth told a story, “Christmas Time in Korea” and also read a short reading on Peace. The election of officers for 1942 was held with the following results; Pres., Margaret Norris; vice-pres., Jean McKellar; sec., Helen Walker;, treas., Myrtle Taylor; friendship sec., Donald O’Brien. Hymn “Sil­ ent Night” was sung and the Mis­ sion Band Purpose and the Lord’s Prayer repeated. The children then enjoyed games with Miss Vera Hum­ bly in charge. Lunch was served and before the good time was brought to a close, each child re­ ceived a gift from a nicely decor­ ated Christmas tree and the Na­ tional Anthem was sung. Patriotic Bingo Woodham Hall Tues., Dec. 30 at 8 p.m. Under the auspices df the St* 'Marys Branch of the .Canadian Legion 15 games for 25c Chickens and Blankets for Prizes, Door Prize Entire Proceeds for Woodham t Red Cross THAMES ROAD Mrs. Robt. Cann underwent an operation in a London hospital. We hope for a. speedy recovery. A good congregation was pre­ sent at the morning service on Sun­ day. Xmas carols were sung and the choir rendered u suitable num­ ber. Pte. Gollings, of the R.C.O.C,, London, and Mrs. Gollings received word on Friday of the safe ar­ rival overseas of their son, Signal­ man R. Gollings. The Usborne tion of Agriculture are holding their annual meeting in Thames Road church Monday evening, December 29th, The meeting will take the form of a banquet for members and their wives. Mrs. Glenn McLean, of Kippen, will be guest speaker for the • occasion. SEASON’S GREETINGS township Fed era- -v- At this season of the year we are happy to take this opportunity of ex-‘ tending to one and ail our best wishes for A Merry Christmas and a Happy and] Prosperous New Year. We wish also to express ou> sincere gratitude for your valued patronage throughout the year. Gerald Ford of Kirkton, her grand­ Pl. Bailey. Miss Ethel Po'oley, of Centralia, spent the week-end with hex* par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Pooley. Mr. and Mrs. Horace Delbridge and family spent Friday with Mr. and Mrs. .Harry Delbridge, of Exe­ ter. * A large number’ of the children from this community attended the Santa Claus parjadp in Exeter on Saturday last. " Quite a number’ from this com­ munity attended the bingo and dance in Exeter’ on Monday night put on by the First Hussars. ---------v-------- WOODHAM David 1 Parkinson ' and I Cann, of London, Mr. will . Mr. ] Wendell spend the holidays at their homes here. The school teacher, Miss Alma Trewartha, has returned home at Holmesville, for days. Miss Hanna Rinn, of Hospital, London, attended funeral of her aunt, Mrs. John-Wil­ son, on Friday last. Miss Florence Kirk, Miss Olive Thacker, Miss Dorothy Cann, Miss Marjory Laing and Miss Gertrude Camm, school teachers from here, have all returned to their parental homes to spend the Xmas holidays. In the passing of Mrs. John Wil­ son on Wednesday of last' week, this community mourns the loss of one who was* beloved by all that knew her, and a valued member of this church and our sympathy goes out to the Ethel. A large funeral of which was last Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Swallow was living with her daugh­ ter, Mrs. Blight, of near Thorn­ dale* at the time of her death. She had previously been a resident of Woodham for a great many years, and also a valued member of church. Our sympathy goes to her daughters, Mrs. W. Shier Mrs. Frank Parkinson. The annual Sunday School tertainment was held in the Orange Hall Monday evening of last week with a splendid attendance of Schol­ ars and grown-ups. Rev. A. Laing presided and Miss Trewartha, the school teacher* had trained the scholars for part of the program and the Sunday School contributed the other part, which consisted of chorus, drills, recitations, dialogue and a pantomime. A colorful de­ corated and lighted tree featured the entertainment and at the conclu­ sion Santa Claus arrived and dis­ tributed the many gifts that hung thereon. Another special feature was the selling of a pennant for the Red Cross, made by a girl 12 years old, • in Jamaica, which was sent here for' that purpose by Leonard Harris, who is a soldier stationed in that island. Leonard lived around here for several years. The pennant, was bought by the Sun­ day School and brought around $18,00. to her the holi- Victoria the family* Wilfred and number attended the Mirs. James Swallow, held from this church the out and en- the on musical instruc- in presenting a Credit is due teacher, and Mr. manner* in which the different parts out. close uted carried at the. distrib- Sun- can- pre- were Santa Claus arrived of the program and gifts. Christinas Cantata The. church was filled on day evening for the Christmas tata, “The Nativity of Christ” Sented by the Centralia and Whal­ en choirs. Mrs. G. F. Penwarden, pianist, was leader, and was assist­ ed at the piano by Mrs. 'B. Duffield, of Whalen. The numbers were all of a very high quality and were ren­ dered in a fine manner. Passages of Scripture were read by the pas­ tor, Rev. Merriam, at intervals throughout the kcantata. The choirs are to be congratulated on the pre­ sentation of the cantata which whs greatly enjoyed by all. Th° n'me cantata will be presented in the Whalen United church on Sunday evening, December 27th. ----------V---- ----- cur- GRAND BEND The entertainment Frid?y night was ‘a grand success. Mr. Mervin Love, of Toronto, is home for the holidays. Mr. Bruce Bossenberry is ling in Detroit this week. Miss Verda Page, of Ravenswood, visited her 'mother last week. Mr. and Mrs. John Manure were visitors in the village on Saturday. Mi*. Henry Tiedem an, of Camp Borden, is visiting his grandmother at present. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, of Park­ hill, visited with Mr. and Mrs. John Mousso On Sunday. Mr. Allen Turnbull, of Ingersoll, visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. Turnbull* on .Sunday. Miss Marjorie Desjardine return­ ed home last month’s visit in Fort Huron. You are invited to the watchnight service in the United churoh. A good program, xs being prepared. Mrs. Ryan* who has been keep­ ing house foi* Richard Webb, ’re­ turned to hei’ home on Tuesday* Mr. and Mrs. Stewardson, Greenway* are visiting with and Mrs. Russell- Waner, at sent. The Sterling Construction pany have shut Jown ■operations on the X’oad and the airport till ■ after New Saturday after a Of Mr. pre* Com- ! INSURANCE Year’s. —-...■...V..-.......-ft successful "bingo sponsored by ’Granton Foresters' at their netted $42,50 for the The door prize for Went to W. N. Gun- A. the Iddge rooms Hod Cross, the evening ning. KIPPEN and Mrs. E. Dawson Visit-Mr. .., ed recently with Mr, and Mrs. E. Kerr, of near Seaforth. Miss Jessie Finlayson, of Whal­ en, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Finlayson. Many from this vicinity attended the annual Christmas tree in Hen­ sail on Saturday. Mr. Eldon Jarrott spent a days last week in Toronto. Mrs. Little visited relatives in Hensall. Many from here school concert in Thursday night last, is due the teacher, Mr. Arthur Fin­ layson, of Kippen. Miss Frances Elgie, of Stratford, spent the week-end with her par-, ents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Elgie. Mr. H. Desjardines, of Zurich, who purchased one of the church sheds here is busy taking it down and removing it to his farm near Zurich. Mr. and Mrs. A._ McBeath at* tended the Thames Road school con­ cert which was held in the Hall at Farquhar last week. ---------V--------. recdhtly l;? fir? 1 SO few with the school attended Blake Much credit CREDITON annual Christmas enter-The tainment of the Evangelical church was held last Sunday evening with a large attendance. The beginners, primaries and juniors excelled themselves in their songs, exercises and recitations. Rev. A. E. Pletch took the chair and led in opening devotions. A pageant, “The Littl- est Shepherd”, was presented by members of the Sunday School. Each one portrayed his part well. A white gift offering was received amounting to be devoted tions. At candy and to members Mr. and son Douglas, of Detroit, are visit­ ing in the community. Miss Shirley Young, of London, and Miss Shirley Fahner, of De­ troit, are visiting at their* respec­ tive homes. Miss Clara Gaiser is visiting a few days in Zurich. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Haist spent last Thursday in St. Marys. The community Christmas tree has been erected oh the main cor­ ner and presents a gay Christ­ mas spectacle with its strings of brightly colored lights. Friday, December 26th, is Box­ ing Day and is proclaimed a pub­ lic holiday. All places, of business will be closed. Mr. Bill Wood has returned to Toronto after spending a week with Mr. and Mrs. Fred .Kerr. Two beautiful bouquets of flow­ ers graced the rostrum at the Evan­ gelical Sunday School last Sun­ day morning in memory of Miss Helen Schenk* who passed away last Week. The Living Links class, of which she was member* sang ’‘'Saved by Grace”. Miss Ella is spending parents, Mr. $56.00, which will to charitable ir.stitu- the close packages of gifts were distributed of the Sunday School. Mrs. Herb Haist and a valued Thedford with her Mbrlock of the holidays and Mrs. Ed. Morlock. Mr. Bob (Fahner erected a new windmill on Monday. We regret to report that Mr. Clayton Sims has been in. the hos­ pital in. London undergoing treat­ ments. We covery. •Christmas diton circuit hope for a speedy re- concerts on the Cre- •of the United church were of a high order in keeping with the high standards set in past years. At Shipka under the leader­ ship of Mrs. Milton Ratz, Mrs. .Ar­ thur Webb and Miss Hicks, a splen­ did program was given. The Yoiing People, of which Miss Verna Baumgarten is president, presented the pageant entitled “The Feast of Lights,” which was excellently por­ trayed and equallv well received. Crediton celebrated as in past years by sponsoring the Christmas concert with Mrs. J. Woodall, Mrs. Lawrence Schwartz, Miss Bullock, Mrs. Jack Galloway, Audrey Yearly and Mr§. King Miss Mary Chambers in evidence, assisting imitable'way. Brinsley combined and public school venu being the auditorium of the United church. Miss Doris Mc­ Leod, with Miss Ulens at the piano, presented a splendid program in- . dicative of careful preparation ahd much skill. At all three that per­ ennial visitor, Santa Claus, put in his appearance, minister, extended time and To all Helen Miss Albert • giving effective leadership, was very much in her own -n- Sunday School concerts, the Thanks by the Rev. L. ,H. Turner, are to all who gave of their talent. members, friends and ad­ herents of the Crediton circuit the minister, together with his wife and family extends season’s greetings. Greetings IWWMS In extending our best wishes for a Happy Christmas we would like to express out* sincere apprecia­ tion of the confidence shown us for the year* 1941. For 1942 we wish you every good thing, and most of all, that Peace with Victory may Soon be with us*. O -----u. 0 Star that is the Heart of Peace*. That once showed men the way* Light now again onr footsteps Im the path, And guide us* cheer us, on this Christmas Day. •* ■ T. Marry Hoffman Funeral and Arnibulance Service Phone *70 Dashwood