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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1936-04-09, Page 8PAGE EIGHT WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES I * 'i I with Edward Everett Horton, Helen Broderick, Erik Rhodes, Erie Blore. Directed by MARK SANDRICH, Pandro S. Betman Predectioa Show Starts ait 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 9, 10 and 11 SPECIAL ASTAIRE GINGER ROGER! with gay and reckless tunes by IRVING BERLIN RKO-RADIO PICTURE A Singing, Dancing Musical Comedy. Also Colored Cartoon and Fox News. Admission: Adults 35c, Children 20c. NEXT WEEK — FRECKLES A Gene Stratton Porter Story. WHITECHURCH Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Green mot­ ored from North Bay last Thursday, and Miss Annie Henry of New York City also came last Thursday to the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Henry. Mrs. Henry has im­ proved somewhat from the stroke .from which she is suffering. Mrs. Jas. Barbour, of Fordyce, "Spent Sunday at the home of her dau­ ghter, Mrs. Ben McClenaghan. Mrs. Arthur Moore was called to Caledon on Friday on account of the illness of hei- mother, Mrs. Welwood. jMfr. and Mrs. John Falconer went with them to be with their daughter, Mrs. Elgin Welwood. Mr. and Mrs. .Fred Harris and children of St. Marys visited with her father, Mr, John Clubb, who has been in Wingham Hospital during the past week. He has improved greatly and will go to St. Marys this week to be with his daughter. Mr. and Mrs. John Falconer and family of Wingham spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Welwood. The play “The New-Fangled Baby Show” presented by the choir of the Presbyterian Church, in the Hall last Thursday, was very successful, each one taking his or her part very cred­ itably. They presented it again in the Hall at Lucknow on Friday evening, under the auspices of the Junior Far­ mers’ Club. Chatelaine AND FOR THE YOUNG MEN RITCHIE’S All Young Women who are interested in Nice §hoes, in fact the most UP-TO-DATE and SNAP- PI EST that are shown this season, are invited to call and see The new styles of this make are EXCEEDINGLY ATTRACTIVE, YET NOT EXPENSIVE. are considered the TOP NOTCH. All young men who like the best and at prices that are not extra­ vagant will appreciate this NATTY LINE OF SWELL FOOTWEAR* Willis Shoe Store The Leading Shoe Store of These Parts Phone 129 Wingham Thursday, April 9th, 1936 Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Tiffin spent Sunday with their daughter, Mrs, Russel Ritchie of St. Helens. Mr. and Mrs. John Gillespie cele­ brated the fifty-fifth anniversary of their wedding on Sunday evening with their family, Mr, and Mrs. Chas, Martin and their family, Mr. and Mrs, Gibson Gillespie and Jack and Agnes, and Mr. and Mrs. Chas, Gillespie, Donald and Betty. ' We congratulate them, and wish them many more re­ turns of their anniversary. Miss Dorothy Pollock, R.N., of Guelph, is spending her holidays at the .manse with her parents, Rev, and Mrs. J. Pollock, Miss Pollock’s grad­ uation exercises will be held at Guelph in May, although she has been through with her three years training for some time. Mr. Wm. Campbell moved last week from his home at Mr. B. S, Naylor’s to Mr. Wm. Donnelly’s, and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Newman are mov­ ing into the home which he vacated, Mr. Jack Garton of Leamington, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Simpson and Miss May Simpson of Detroit, spent Sun­ day with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Garton. Mr. and Mrs. Lance Grain and Mr. Roland Grain motored to London on Wednesday and returned on Friday. Miss R. J. Logan spent the week­ end with relatives in London. Word was received here on Satur­ day of the passing of Mrs. Richard Welwood, formerly Elizabeth Dal- madge of Streetsyille. She was over eighty years of age and her husband predeceased her some fifteen years ago. Besides one step-daughter, Mrs. John Holmes, she leaves to mourn her,'one daughter, Mabel, Mrs. Arthur Moore of Whitechurch, and four sons, Garnet, Stanley and Ezra of Entwis­ tle, Alta, and Elgin of Caledon, with whom she resided. She suffered last week from an attack of the flu. She was buried in the home cemetery near Caledon on Tuesday afternoon, with the pastor of the United Church hav­ ing charge of the services. She also leaves one sister, Miss Mary Dal- madge of Streetsville, and twenty-five grandchildren. Many friends of Mrs. Arthur Moore will extend sympathy to her and her family in their be­ reavement. The regular monthly meeting of the Women’s Institute will be held on Friday afternoon in the Hall. The roll-call will be answered by Garden Hints, and Mrs. Robt. Purdon will have charge of the topic Farm Poul­ try, from the incubator to the mar­ ket. The ladies are holding a con­ cert on Thursday evening in the Hall. Mr. Carman Farrier of Prosperity; and Miss Olive Farrier of Dungannon spent the week-end at the home their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Farrier. Preparatory service will be held the United Church here on Thursday evening, and Communion Service on Sunday. The ladifcs of the W.M.S. of the United Church held a quilting bee at the home of Mrs. John Gillespie on Wednesday last. A freak calf was born on the farm of Mr. Cecil Falconer on Thursday last, it mother being a white Durham. It had no tail, no eyes, no mouth, the lower jaw coming up and around the uper, only a small opening between its ears, and its mouth was up in the middle of the upper jaw. It lived for five hours. Mr. and Mrs. Amos Cornelius and Mrs. James Cornelius visited the lat­ ter’s brother, Mr. Phillip Steele, of Goderich, on April 1st which was Mr. Steele’s 82nd birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Falconer and son, Ernest, of Blucvale, and Mr. and Mrs. Calvert Falconer -and family of Blyth, visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. James Falconer. CURRIE’S TRANSPORT WINGHAM — To — TORONTO Phone 211 or 152. “We appreciate your business.” Rankin’s. Chocolates FOR EASTER Always Fresh. QUEEN’S COFFEE SHOP of the church, Rev. J. B. Townend, B.A., B.D., and were taken by Misses Elaine Walsh and Dorothy Stapleton and Ross Anderson. Mr. Townend in­ troduced the topic and added some comments at the end of the readings. The readings were in story form and were followed with a good deal of in­ terest by members present. Brick Young People Meet Brick Church Young People’s iety held its regular meeting Tuesday night with Helen Thompson conduct­ ing and the citizenship committee in charge of the program. Roy Pearce and George Taylor were in charge of the devotional period and Lavina Mc- Burney. The topic dealt with the in­ fluence of prayer on one’s conduct in regard to people of other nationalit­ ies and was interestingly presented. The Minister in commenting on the topic spoke of a number of interest- Soc- “Formaldehyde.” Full strength. Fresh stock just arrived at McKib- bon’s Drug Store. 25c lb. BELGRAVE andMr. and Mrs. Jas. Wightman family of Listowel spent Sunday with friends here. Mr. Henry Johnson and Myrtle have moved into Wingham where they will reside. The Top Hat Girls of the village held a very successful dance in the hall on Friday night. Word of the death of Mr. John Clegg was received here .Sunday morning. Mr. Clegg had spent the last couple of years with his son Joe at Clinton. The funeral was held on Tuesday. United Church Y.P.S. The Belgrave Young People’s Soc­ iety met in the schoolroom of the church on Wednesday night last week with Mr. George Michie in the chair, and the program in charge of the Lit­ erary Department. The Devotional period was .carried through by Cecil Armstrong and' N. Resting, The lat­ ter also contributed a solo later in the evcnitig. The Topic Period was faked tip with a series of readings ffom articles contributed to various religious publications by the Minister HOTCROSS BUNS 20c DOZEN Perennial favorites — our de­ liciously fresh, light Hot Cross Buns! To delight your family buy them by the dozen. Gibson’s Bakery “ALWAYS THE BEST” Enjoy a Smoke with Fresh Tobacco Omar Haselgrove’s Tobacco Shop. TRUCKING To and from TORONTO Live Stock a specialty* Frank Vanner Phone' 367 W ingham Radio Service TUBES and SUPPLIES ing contacts he had had with individ­ uals of other nationalities, During his student days he had roomed and worked with a rnedical student from India who, was converted from Hin- doojsm to the Christian faith. Lhider the inspiration and guidance of the Sunday School teachers and officers a Young Worshippers League was started during the regular wor­ ship of the United Church on Sunday morning last. Indications are that it will have a membership of about 40. BLUEVALE Woman’s Association The members of the Woman's As­ sociation of the United church, met on Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Arthur Shaw, with a splendid attendance. The President, Mrs. Nel­ lie Scott, presided and opened the meeting with singing “When I sur­ vey the Wondrous Cross” and reading the 28th chapter of Matthew, in keep­ ing with the approaching Easter sea­ son, followed with all repeating the Lord’s Prayer . After a business discussion - on maffters pertaining to the society. Roll Call and the singing of an Easter hymn, the ladies quilted preparatory for the Missionary bale. Refreshments were served by the hostess assisted by Miss Hazel Stam­ per. 5 , Rev. Greig Gave Lecture to W.M.S • The Easter Thankoffering meeting of the W.M.S. of Knox Presbyterian Church held Thursday evening was of special interest and was well at­ tended. The President, Mrs. J. R. Greig presided and conducted a few items of business. Miss Olive Scott read an Easter Message from the 20th chapter of St. John’s Gospel, and Mrs. Peter S. McEwen offered prayer. Rev. J. R. Greig gave an interesting lecture on “Japan, The Land of the Rising Sun,” with lantern slides. The pictures showed landscape, churches, temples, teachers and preachers. The Korean people in their native costume and Missionaries and their families and their homes. Every picture had a story connected. Commercial and Christian progress and betterment of social conditions is most .encourag­ ing. Following the address Miss Iso- bcl Mustard contributed a solo. United Church Y.P.S. , The Y.P.S. of the United Church held the regular meeting on Friday evening. The president, Miss Marie Wettlaufer presided over the opening period. Miss Alice Thornton then took charge, and George Hethering­ ton read the Scripture paper prepar­ ed by Chas. F. Johnston, on the topic “Renewing our Trust” pointing out that true trust is based on belief in God. This involves obedience to God and trusting in Him. Carman Hetherington gave a talk on “The Ant Society” bringing out many items of interest in connection with the life of the ant. The meeting closed with the bene­ diction. Norman Hall of Lakelet spent the week-end with his grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Hall. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Bosman are visiting with Brs. Charles Turvey in Toronto. Harry Mann of Gorrie spent Sun­ day with friends in the village. Mrs. A. D. Smith was a week-end visitor with her sister, Mrs. Neil Mac- Lean in Toronto. William McLeod, spent the week­ end at ,the home of his sister, Mrs. Edgar in Howick. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nicholson were Sunday visitors with Mrs. Rob­ ertson and Miss Martha Fraser. Mrs. Robert Attcheson of Ripley spent last week with Mrs. Robert Mc­ Lennan. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Elliott spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Tony Meahan at Wroxeter. Alan Ramsay is with his brother, David Ramsay. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas and baby and Miss Agnes Haddow were Sun­ day visitors with relatives at Listowel. BORN McLEOD-In Oshawa General Hospi­ tal, on Friday, March 27th, to Mr, and Mrs. John McLeod, Oshawa, a daughter, McLEAN—In Wingham on Thurs­ day, April 2nd, 1936, to Mr. and Mrs, Donald'McLean, a son. ST. AUGUSTINE For Spring Clothes We think our Easter Toggery. Something to Crow About THE MATERIALS ARE NEW. THE STYLES DIFFERENT, THE PRICES ARE NEW KING’S Suits - Coats and Dresses FOR SMARTLY DRESSED WOMEN New Millinery - Kayser Gloves Orient Hosiery - New Hankies and Bags Flowers for your Ensemble. New Silk - Satin and Velva Suede Lingerie...........39c, 79c, 1.25 to 2.50 A Gossard or Nemo Foundation Garment to complete the outfit — personal fitting without extra charge. You’ll find it pays to buy your Easter Finery from our wide assortment. Easter Clothes are always of much interest and King’s have the new things for you. Come and see—< Cambridge Made-to-Measure Spring Clothing. Fashion Craft Stock sizes. New Hats - Top Coats - Suits New Neckwear and Socks - Forsyth Shirts Braces - Garters - Belts, Etc. For The Men Folk KING BROS “Always a Good Place to Shop” rangements for the 25th anniversary of the organizing of the St. August­ ine Institute were completed.- The Lucknow Anglican Dramatic Club are putting on a play entitled “All A Mis­ take’’ in the St. Augustine Hall April 15th, commencing at 8.15 sharp. Fol- lowing there will be a short history of this branch given while 25 candles are burning on a storey fruit cake. Lunch will be served, and the re­ mainder of the evening will be spent dancing. Good music will be provid­ ed. Admission 25c. SAVE YOUR EYES NOW! Have them thoroughly examined, and know their true! con­ dition — and if glasses are necessary, they may be procured1 at most reasonable prices. You are SURE of comfort, style and satisfaction here at all times. “SEE R^ID R. A. Reid Stratford’s Leading Eyesight Specialist for 18 years. AND SEE RIGHT” NOTE Mr.-Reid comes to his Wingham office, in G. Williams Jewelry Store, every Wednesday morn­ ing from 9 to 12 noon, and to his Brussels office each Wed­ nesday afternoon from 2 to 5 in Miss Jacklin’s Store.21 Downie St. . Stratford CUT - RATE - PRICES Real Savings on Groceries - Every Item an Every Day Need for the Home Pantry. SUGAR SPECIAL .................... 10 Lbs. for 47c With a $1.00 Grocery Order (Sugar not included) Jello Powders in all flavors, **...................... 19c 12c 18c 14c 19c Special, 3 pkgs, for ....... Fry’s Cocoa...>4 lb. tin Y2 lb. tin..............-_.......... Choc. Marshmallow Cakes Heinz Catsup, large bottle Pure Catsup, 12 oz. bottle 2 for ......................................... Ice Cream Mix Asst. Flavors 8c Durham Com Starch ... 8c pkg. Thistle Baking Powder 1 lb. 15c Aust Seedless Raisins 2 lbs. 25c . Pure Breakfast Cocoa ... lie lb. Pure White Tapioca tor 7c lb. Coleman’S Cooked Ham 39c lb. 25c Canned Peas (rio. 2 tin) sold ev­ erywhere 10c and 12c, Spec. 8c McLaren’s Jelly Powders 3 pkgs. ----------------------14c Crisp Soda Biscuits 1 lb. pk. 12c Kellogg’s; Wheat Krispies ... 10c Sugar Crisp Corn Flakes- pkg. ......................... 7c Grape Nuts Flakes Special 10c 8c Toilet Tissue, 5 rolls for 25c Kippered Herring, Spec, tin 12c Fancy Rice, 2 lbs. fol Only 11c Prunes, Special, 2 lbs. for ... 19c Sliced Breakfast Bacon Yi lb, pkg. ............ ....... 14c Mr. Albert Johnston held a very successful Sale of horses on Friday last, Mr. David. McAllister and his sis­ ter, Josephine, spent the week-end with Mrs, A» Messer, Bluevale. The regular monthly meeting of the Women’s Institute was held on Wednesday at the home of Mrs. W. Redmond, the president, Mrs, Bert Thompson, presiding, The final ar- ! Fresh Oranges, Medium Size, Special only......„...............19c Doz, Large Grapefruit.....5 for 23c Medium Grapefruit .......5 for 19c Coleman’s Cooked and Cured Meats at Special Prices Gold Medal Tea is the Tea of the Day* Yi lb. 30c 1 lb....... 59c Phone 17'. We Deliver.I The Busy Corner of thei Past, to be the busy comer of the future. Garden Seeds Ate Mere « Choose Yours Notv,