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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-01-21, Page 1giiwijuwwaiBiuuaaj.miiw.MiJ1muj-imjn With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter - News single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 21st, 1937 Subscriptions |2,0Q Per ¥ewr I i ■ GRAND MATRON S OFFICIAL VISIT Eastern Star Chapter Visited by Mrs. Viola McClung, W.G.M. Mrs. Viola McClung, of Brantford, Worthy Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of Ontario, Order of the Eastern Star, paid an official visit to Huron Chapter on their Inspection night. Mrs. J. A. Fox, District De­ puty Grand Matron, and the Worthy 'Grand Matron were escorted to the East, welcomed by Mrs. E. Harrison, 'Worthy Matron of Huron Chapter, -and given Grand Honours. After the Inspection Mrs. McClung gave a talk oh the work of the Ord­ er and on behalf- of the Chapter Mrs. McClung and Mrs. Fox wei\e present­ ed with gold evening bags. Mrs. D. Rae sang during the ceremonies. A banquet lunch was. served by Mrs. "Coutts and her committee. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Helen Groves of Toronto, '^j^pent ^ie week enfl at ber home here. Try the New Ray, Machineless pro­ cess of permanent waving at Adams’ Beauty Shop. Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Bake? of Galt, were Sunday guests of with Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Walker. Second Hand Skating Outfits, real ‘bargains $1.00 to $2.00 a pair at •Greer’s Shoe Store. Reeve Fred L: Davidson is attend­ ing the County Council meetings in Goderich this week. Fur Trimmed Overshoes in Black ■ or Brown Velvet—Sale prices, Wom­ en’s $2.25, Misses’ $1,98. At Greer’s Shoe Store. Miss Lina Barber returned to Tor­ onto on Saturday, having spent the ■past few weeks with her mother, Mrs. Chas. Barber. Miss Alberta MacLean of Victoria Training School, London, spent the week end at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs; Fred MacLean. Mr. W. C. Hastings of New Lis- keard, spent a few days last week with his brothers, . Messrs.. Roy of 'Turnbcrry and Elmer of Morris. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lowey and fam­ ily, who have been residing in the north end of the town have njoved in­ to the house on Victoria street, re­ cently vacated by Rev. and Mrs. E. C. Smith. For Shoe Repairing and Skate Shar- •pening — “Compare the work” — Try ‘Greer’s with your next pair. 'Suffered Stroke We regret to report that Mr. H. A. McCall, Edward St., suffered at stroke on Saturday last. His many friends ’hope for his speedy recovery. Visit Greer’s Shoe Store .^Greer’s .One Week Clearance- Sale <ymhe famous Dr. M. W. Locke Shoes .Heel Hugger and Dr. Spicers Shoes will close’ Saturday, Jan. 23rd. Why mot call early and be fitted. You will save 20% and more by coming during this sale. Hospital Bridge Well Attended The progressive Bridge held under the auspices of the Wgmen’s Auxil­ iary to the General Hospital was a decided success. Five tables enjoyed the play at Mrs. L. B. Blackwood’s, six at Mrs. C. B. Armitage’s and se­ en at Mrs. John MacLean’s. Follow­ ing the play all gathered at Mrs. J. H. Crawford’s home where tea was served. First prize was won by Mrs. R. S. Hetherington, second, .Stewart, Consolation prize, A. Haugh. A. Y. P. A. Mrs. W. Mrs. J. A.Y.P.A.The White group of the supplied the program for the weekly meeting which was held on Tuesday evening. The program was as follows —Brahn’s Lullaby,, by Mary Lu Con­ nell; sketch on the Life and Work of Rudyard Kipling, by Catherine Nor- trop; Solo, Evening Prayer, by Ann .Irwin; Piano Solo, Isabel Lamb; Solo, How Beautiful Heaven Must Be, Eva Lediet. An address entitled “Over­ head” was given by Mr, S. G. Kidd, which was an interesting talk on as­ tronomy which was illustrated by blackboard drawings. He* described the moon and told about its surface explaining what the various shadows ii|!uit. He talked about the sun and fe vastness. He also gave an inter­ esting explanation regarding the stars and planets illustrating some of the constellations. Next meeting will be a social put on by the "Whites”, who were the losers in the membership 'Contest, HORT. SOCIETY ELECT OFFICERS Thomas Fells Again Elected Pres­ ident. TWO FIREMEN INJURED AT FIRE Walter Lockridge and Howard Fuller Severely Burned cm Face and Hands LOCAL COUPLE 56 YEARS MARRIED BRIDE AND GROOM WERE HONORED ST. PAUL’S ANNUAL VESTRY MEETING O.H.A. GAME HERE NEXT TUESDAY , The annual meeting of the Wing­ ham Horticultural Society was held in the Council Chambers on Friday evening, The society had 120 mem­ bers in 1936 which is less than they have had on their membership roll in some years. An effort will be made this year to have a larger member­ ship, Plans for the beautification of the Horticultural Park, which the town has taken over, will soon be avail­ able and the society will make every effort to co-operate in carrying on this plan. The. following officers were elected: President—Thos. Fells. 1st. Vice Pres,—W. S. Hall. 2nd Vice Pres.—Mrs. Harry Angus. Secretary—Mrs. E. J. Nash. Treasurer—W. A. Galbraith, Two-year Directors—Mrs, T, Kew, W. S. Hall, Mrs. W. Connell, J. R. M. Spittai, S. G. Kidd. One-year Directors—H. E. Isard, J.WM. Graham, Mrs. G, H. Ross, H. Campbell, J. H. Crawford. Auditors—A. M. Bishop, J. R. Spittai, Park Committee—H, Campbell, Fells, W. S. Hall, S. G. Kidd. Premium Cimmittee—Mrs. G. Ross, Mrs. T, Fells, Mrs. T. Kew. Social Committee—Mrs. G. FI. Ross, Convenor. Street Committee—T. Fells, W. A. Galraith, J. M. Graham. It was decided that two delegates be sent to the Horticultural Conven­ tion this February in Toronto. The delegates to be appointed by ecutive Committee. Financial Statement Receipts Balance from 1935 .............$ Memberships .....................>. Grants—Town of Wingham Provincial Grant .............. Sales to Members ............... Bank Interest.................. , Helen’s Beauty Shop Wrecked by the Blaze. Mr, and Mrs. Thomas S(cotte Diagonal Road, Celebrating their 56th Wedding, Two Showers Last Week for Mr, and Mrs. Robert Chettleburgh Church Enjoyed Successful Year, Of­ ficers Elected, Walkerton Will Supply the Opposi­ tion. M. T. H. the Ex- A tongue of flame which across the sidewalk at a fire en Beattie's Beauty Shop on night severely burned two and two other firemen narrowly es­ caped being burned also. Walter Lockridge and Howard Fuller were severely burned about the hands and face. They went inside the building with the hose and when the water hit the fire the flames gushed forth and before they could get out of the build­ ing which is just a few steps, they were .badly burned. Walter was giv­ en medical treatment by Dr. McKib- bon and then taken to the hospital. Howard was rushed to Dr. Connell’s office and after treatment was also taken to the hospital. Fire Chief A- Louttit and Fireman John Raby had a close call, their hair being singed, but they successfully ducked the flame. The fire started about 10.30 and at first it looked as if it was quite an ordinary fire and little difficulty would be encountered. It it had not been for this sudden burst of flame it would not have amounted to much. This unexpected 'development, how­ ever, was just too bad as the two men were in the building at the time. The Beauty Parlour is a wreck in­ side, all the contents being destroy­ ed. The firemen were successful in confining the blaze to the beauty par­ lour. The < utside of the building was not damaged nor was Mr. ’Haugh’s shoe repair shop next door. spurted in Hel- Sunday firemen EUCHRE WENT OVER IN A BIG WAY ft Expenditures Shrubs, plants, etc..............ft Supplies, Printing, etc. ...... Payment Note in full......... Fees, Ont. Hort. Assoc...... Expense delegate .............. Miscellaneous..................... . Balance on hand ................ 589.36 128.22 5.00 401.32 2.67 8.00 6.90 37.25 The Oddfellows’ Euchre which was held in their rooms on Thursday ev­ ening last week was a most success­ ful affair, Thirty-two tables enjoyed the play. The winners were: Ladies, 1st, Mrs. Roy Lloyd; 2nd Mrs. J. A. Haugh; Gentlemen, 1st, Eugene Mc­ Donald; 2nd, Alvin Orvis. Following the play at cards a lightful lunch was served. de­ ft.589.36 County Council in Session Huron County Council commenced its January session on Tuesday this week. The report of their delibera­ tions will appear in our next issue. W.M.S. EXECUTIVE HELD MEETING Maitland W.M.S. Presbyiterial Exeu- tive Plan Meeting and Appoint Delegates. The mid-winter executive meeting of the Maitland W.M.S. Presbyter- ial of the Presbyterian Church was held in Wingham Thursday afternoon Jan. 14th, at the home of Mrs. H. F. McGee.. The'executive was very fully represented which included, Mrs. K. MacLean, Mrs. H. F. McGee, Mrs. W. J. Henderson, Mrs. Thos. Currie, Miss F. Wilson, Miss Ella Rae,- of Wingham; Mrs. W. j. Morrison of Kincardine; Mrs. J. R. Greig, Blue­ vale; Mrs. R. Martyn of Ripley; Mrs. J. S. Armstrong, Mrs. Guthrie Reid, Mrs. J. F. Linklater of Teeswater; Mrs. A. J. Simpson, Kintail; Mrs. W. Douglas, Lucknow; Mrs. J. Parker, Brussels; Mrs. W. A. Williams, Cran- brook; Mrs. R. Anderson, Mrs. J. lock, Whitechurch. Devotions were led by. Miss Rae, Mrs. R. Mowbray, Mrs. J. lock. Mrs. J. R. Greig of Blucvale was appointed delegate to the Pro­ vincial to be held in London in Ap­ ril and the guests to the Kintail Girls Camp in July will go from Dungan­ non. Reports were presented by all/the officers showing progress in each de­ partment of the work. It .was with gratitude also that several of the sec­ retaries reported the formation of new societies. The program was pre­ pared for the annual meeting of the Presbyterial to be held in White­ church In May. At the close of the business ses­ sion tea was served by members of St. Andrew’s W.M.S. Sale Of Men’s Suits at Isard’s Having bought a manufacturer’s clearance of English Worsted Suits in choice selected patterns, on sale Sat­ urday at Bargain Prices. Owen Sound Defeated Durham Owen Sound pulled a surprise Tues­ day evening when they defeated Dur­ ham 6-2. The game was played on Owen Sound ice. So far this year Owen Sound played their games in Walkerton as they did last year. Had Rib Cracked While playing centre for the Eagles on Tuesday night’ last week Earl Gray was cross-checked and one of his ribs were cracked. Although he played, out the game in some distress it was not till Thursday when he went to, the doctor that the injury was discovered. He was taped up and played in Chesley Friday night.'" Bruce County Banquet at Winnipeg The annual banquet of the lattice County Association of Winnipeg will be held Wednesday, February 3rd, at 6.30 p.m., a,t the Fort Garry Hotel. 500 attended this banquet last year, and it is becoming more popular each year. Any of our readers or friends from Bruce County, Ontario, would be welcome. Pol Ella Pol- St. Andrew’s W.M.S, The W. M. S. of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church held their first meeting of the New Year in the church last week. The programme for the Presbyterian Women's Day of prayer was followed. Bible read­ ings were given by Mrs. H. C. Mac- Lean, Mrs. Rae, Mrs. Raby, Miss F. Wilson, Mrs. Barbour and Mrs. Jno. Porter. Prayers for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and of reconsecration were offered by Mrs. Tervitt and Miss M. Anderson. Mrs, K. MacLean offered prayer for our National work, Deaconesses, teachers, doctors, nurs­ es, schools and hospitals and Mrs. Geo. Wilson for overseas work in In­ dia, China, Japan, Formosa and Brit­ ish Guiana. Prayer for Our King and Country and for World- Peace was offered by the President, Mrs. Hend­ erson. The president reported 1936 as a very successful year, the alloca­ tion having been met. Mrs, C. J. Newman opened her .home on Thursday night when about thirty friends of Mr. and Mrs, Rob«- ert Chettleburgh, recently married, gathered to honour the young couple. The home was beautifully decorated in pink and white and a most pleas­ ant evening was enjoyed. The gifts took the form of a kitchen shower and many useful and beautiful gifts were presented to the bride. Mrs. John Gibbons poured tea at a table which was prettily arranged with a lace cloth centred with pink and white aster£ Mrs. Allister Forb­ es, Mrs. Jack Ernest and Miss Alicia Wilson assisted the hostess. The Second Surprise A very happy gathering of more than fifty friends and neighbors met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Harris on Friday evening last to ex­ tend congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Chettleburgh on their recent marriage and shower them with a host of beautiful and useful gifts. As the order “lights out” was giv­ en the bride and groom entered the house to ihe strains of “Here comes the bride”, played by Mrs. Kennedy, they were conducted to two chairs especially decorated for them in uni­ son with ihe other pretty decorations of pink and white throughout the house. With the return of the lights a dainty little bride and miniature groom, (little Florence Harris and Jimmie Jones) appeared with a wag­ on load of mysterious parcels of all This afternoon (Wednesday) Jan­ uary 20th, Mr, and Mrs. Thos, Scott, Diagonal Road, are celebrating their 56th wedding anniversary. Both are enjoying a fair measure of health. Mr. Scott makes a trip down town each day for his paper and Mrs. Scott, who has not been enjoying good health for some time, now is much better and carries on her duties about the home, Mrs. Scott, who is in her 75th year was born on the second of Morris, the daughter of the late Mr .and Mrs. John Roe, pioneers of Morris town­ ship. It was at her parents home on Jan. 20th, 1881 that this happy couple were married and they lived at Lot 9, Concession 2, Morris, until they ‘ re­ tired to Wingham 23 years ago. Mr. Scott was born in the township of Albion, County of Feel, and when a lad of 14 years he moved with his parents to Lot 9, Con. 2, Morris. He has lived all his life since in this dis­ trict, except for a few years spent in Teeswater and Petrolia. He is in his 89tli year and enjoys talking of the days when Lower Town was the place of business for this district and Wing­ ham was just getting started. The year they were married (1881) was the time that the fires caused such great damage in Michigan and the sun here was blotted out’ by the smoke and ashes that were carried by the wind. This was in September, it was known as the dark day. Both Mr. and Mrs. Scott talked of this day shapes and sizes which were present- how it was like night and the fish ed to Mr. and Mrs. Chettleburgh and died in the rivers/ When Mr. Scott first came to Mor­ ris and until after he was married they used oxen on the farm and he prides himself that he was one of the best oxen drivers of his day.. When the horses replaced the oxen he took much pleasure in driving’.a team but remarked that the oxen tj^d b.een very useful also. Foley’s store was then where the Kent Block is now and a log hotel was on the site of the now Queens Hotel. He remembers when the Ex­ change Hotel (now a gas station site) was built on the corner of Victoria and Josephine Streets; At this time Lower Wingham was a thriving cen­ tre with stores ,saw mills, etc. Mr. Scott helped clear the wood off the land where the Anglican church now stands. He was a young man then and the English church was located just the other side of where Lloyd’s factory is now ,on John St. When this building was torn down Mayor Hanna’s father ...bought the building and used the brick to build some hous es on John St. west. To keep himself fit during the win­ ter months Mr. Scott purchased 7 or 8 cords of wood so that he could get exercise from splitting it. They have 5 daughters and one son Mrs. Edwin (Emma) Londsbury of Philadelphia; Mrs. Donald (Mary) Ross, Clifton, Kansas; William John on the homestead, in Mofris; Mrs. Jos. (Susan) Eckley of Philadelphia; Mrs. John (Mabel) Ross, Clifton, Kansas, and Mrs. Peter (Irene) Bassel of To- ornto. although bath, were taken completely by surprise, expressed their sincere appreciation and thanks to the hostess and guests" After the parcels had all been opened and inspected, a pleas­ ant social time was spent by all pre­ sent and a delightful lunch served by the younger guests, while all joined in wishing rhe newly married, couple many happy years of wedded life to­ gether. Took Sick While Visiting . Mrs. J. D. McEwen, who ing with her sister, Mrs. M. of Listowel, has been quite week. is visit- Abram, ill this Mayor Hanna is indisposed with an attack of the flu, TWO W. O. H. A. GAMES THIS WEEK Juniors Play Their First Home Game With Teeswater Friday Night. Eagles Agaijh Take on Hanover on Thursday Night. The Juniors will swing into at the Arena on Friday night they will play the kids from water. There has been an agitation for some time here for a Junior team and now we have one it is hoped the fans will be on deck in bets to encourage the youngsters in practice showing fine form and rapidly and will give, a g of themselves. Monday ■ they play in Brussels, On Thursday night this week the W.O.H.A. Intermediates, the Eagles, will have as their guests once again the Hanover Cardinals, The Eagles dropped a 5-2 decision to this team in their opening game here but are sure they .will be on top this game. On Tuesday night next week the Eag­ les play in Chesley, action when Tees- large num­ boys. The have been developing >od account night next Reception Held Mrs. Joseph Wilson held a dinner and reception on Tuesday evening in honor of her daughter, Mrs. Robert Cliettleburgh( nee Julia May Wilson) a bride of last week. Won Trophy at Harriston The local entry at the Harriston Curling Bonspeil on Tuesday won the Trophy and each received a beautiful table lamp. They won five gimes without a loss. The rink was, Joe Evans, C. H. McAvoy, T. H. Gib­ son, D. Rae, skip. Prov. Sec’y. to Visit Legion Comrade L. R. Menzies, seertary of the Provincial Command of the Can­ adian Legio.n will visit Wingham Post on Tuesday, January 26th. The meet­ ing is called for 8 p.m. in the Legion rooms and all veterans are requested to attend. Following the meeting a social time will be held, Winders at Mixed Cribbage There was a good turn-out for the mixed cribbage held by the Legion in their rooms on Monday night. The winners were; Ladies, 1st, Miss Ann Irwin, 933 points; 2nd, Mrs. Frank Edgar 927 points; gentlemen, 1st, D. Kennedy 949 points; Chas. Johnston 946 points. Fractured Wrist Mrs. James Showers fractured her wrist on Friday afternoon when she slipped and fell on the slippery side­ walk on Patrick St. She was taken the hospital for an X-ray examin- m and to have the fracture rcduc- She then returned home and is igressing favourably. The Annual Vestry Meeting of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Wingham, was held in the Parish Room, Mon­ day evening, when a good attendance were present to conduct the business of the church for the ensuing year. The Rector, Rev. E. L. Roberts, R.D., presided. The meeting opened with prayer by the Rector, followed by a brief address in which the Rec­ tor reviewed the work of the various organization of the Church for the past year, complimenting each for the splendid work done during 1936. All organizations showed a substantial balance on hand after paying all ob­ ligations for the year. The Rector spoke at length on the Missionary Budget drawing attention to the great need of paying this part of the Church’s obligation. Votes of thanks were passed to the retiring Wardens, the Ladies' Guild, W. A., A. Y.P.A., Altar Guild, Sunday School Teachers and Officers, Bible Class Officers, and St. Paul’s Choir, who under ■ the leadership of Mr. Roy Mundy, Organist, have contributed so much to the services of the Church by their excellent music. The election of Officers for the coming year then followed, and was as follows: Rector’s Warden—Mr. A. M. Bish­ op; People’s Warden—Mr. W. Phair. Lay Delegates to Synod—Messrs. R. Manuel and R. Johnston; ‘ Substi­ tutes, Messrs. J. R. M. Spittai and E. Nash. Secretary, Treasurer and Vestry Clerk — Miss Cora Phair. Finance Com.—Rector, Messrs. A. M. Bishop, W. Phair, L. R. Black­ wood, E. Nash, R. Johnston. Select Vestry—Messrs. A. M. Bish­ op, W. Phair ,J. Scott, I. J. Wright, R. Manuel, J. R. M. Spittai, L. R. Blackwood, E. Nash, J. E. Barnes, B. Brown, R. Johnston. Sidesmen—Messrs. R.” Johnston, H. Towne, B. Mitchell, E. Johnston, J. E. Barnes, J. Scott, Orton Grain, H. Fuller, R. Manuel, B. Brown, F. Mel­ lor, A. M. Fobres’, E. Nash, G. Kidd. Auditors—Messrs. J. A. Wilson and A. B. Hutson. Lay Readers—Messrs. A. B. Hut­ son and J. R. M. Spittai. Little Helpers Font Roll of the Sunday School, Supt., Miss M. Pres­ ton. ** Organist ,-nd Choir Leader—Mr. R. , Mundy. Sexton—Mrs. R. S. Hamilton. / LIST OF MORRIS REEVES HANGS IN TOWNSHIP HALL List Prepared and Presented to the Township by Thomas Miller, Former Road Sup,t. In November, Thomas Miller, for­ mer Road Superintendent of Morris Township, presented to the Township a chronology (1856-1936) of the Reeves of the township. It is clearly and well printed on canvas about feet long and three feet wide. A Chronology of the Reeves of Township or Morris 1856 - 1936 Chas. Parker—1856, 1857. Wm. Wilson—1858, 59, 61, 63 Wm. Mooney—1860. John McCrae—1862. C. Whitehead—1864, 1865. Alf. Brown—1866, 67, 68, 73. Thos. Kelly—1869, 70, 71. W. J. R. Holmes—1872. Pat Kelly—1874, 75, 76. W. J. Johnston—1877, 78. Geo. Forsyth—1879, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85. six the to ati ed. pr< Water Recedes But Rises Again The rain of last week that caused great damage at Port Hope, Bow- manville and othe’r places in Eastern Ontario also caused the Grand Rivei- to rise to dangerous proportions, did little or no damage in, this section. A rather peculiar thing was noticed at the Prairie. On Thursday following the rains the flats, which had been flooded, were practically clear of ice and water but in .a few hours started to fill up again until it was inundat­ ed again, This January thaw is over­ doing it a bit Wm Wray--1886,87. Hy.Mooney —1888 89,90,91,92, 93, 94, 95 96. Jas.Bowan—-1897,98. Wm Isbiste ‘—189 ), If)0O,1,2, 3, 4. Thos. Code--1905. Geo.Taylor,1906,07,08. Neil Taylor--1909,10. J. si lortreed--1911,12,13,14,15, 16 17. Wm Fraser--1918. Wm Elston—1919 20,21, J. H . Fear—1922,23. R. S hortreed —1924 , 25,26. W,James 1lendet son--19 27,28, 29 30, 31. L. E. Cardiff—1932, S3’, 34, SB, S6. Mr. Miller also presented at the same time a description of the Town­ ship, giving much information such as, location, boundaries, shape, area, directions, drainage system, ....... The Walkerton Capitols who de­ feated the Wingham. leavers in ant O.H-A. game in Walkerton 4-2 qul Monday last week, will play their re­ turn game with the Beavers Tuesday- next, Jan, 26th. Our team made a. bang-up showing against the fast­ travelling Capitols in this game and. are out to wipe out this defeat. Wal­ kerton were only defeated by Dur­ ham by a single goal and are a fast­ travelling crew but the splendid showing of the Beavers against, them, in Walkerton was great encourage- to fans who saw them play in the Bruce Capital. The Arena should be well filled for this game. OBITUARY Mrs. Esaias Pearen Many old friends and acquaintances of Mrs. Esaias Pearen, formerly of the 9th concession of East Wawa- nosh, will regret to learn of her death, which occurred at the family resi­ dence, at Pasadena, California, on December 31st, Mrs. Pearen had her vitality greatly lowered, by long wait­ ing on her elder daughter, Aleana, who died during the summer, suc­ cumbed to an attack of the flu con­ tracted about Nov. 1st. The deceas­ ed was a woman possessing many fine qualities, a devoted mother and will be sadly missed by her two surviving- daughters, Lily and Anna and her hus­ band, to whom she was married 50 years ago. Mrs. Pearen was former­ ly Lizzie Agnew, eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Agnew, pioneer settlers of East Wawanosh. Institute Will Meet Jan, 28th The' regular monthly meeting of the Women’s Institute will be held in the Council Chamber on Thursday afternoon, Jan. 28th, when a good programme will be given. Rev. E. L, Roberts will be the guest speaker and will lecture on The Life of Robert Burns. The meeting will begin at 2.30 sharp with Mrs. William Stewart as hostess. Purchased Fine Fox On Friday last A. R. DuVal pur­ chase dfrom W. H. C. Rutheven of Alliston, Ont., a fine young male fox. This animal born in March last is of the pure Callbeck strain. Prince Edward Island strain is sidered to have produced more standing foxes than any other strain. The DuVal fox ranch is one of our most interesting industries. There are at present 55 pair .of breeders at this ranch. Winners at Bridge Club Nine tables enjoyed the play at the bridge club on Tuesday evening. The winners were: East and West, Mrs. French and J. H. Crawford; Mrs. O. Colborne and A. M. Bishop; Mrs. J. W. McKibben and G. Mason; Mrs. Waram and Mr. Blackwood. North and South, Mrs. R. _S. Hetherington and W. W. Armstrong; Mrs. J. H. Crawford and Ken. Somers, Mrs. W. F. Burgman and W. S. Hall; Mrs. L. R. Blackwood and Mrs. R. DuVal. The Next game will be the first Wed­ nesday in February. W. C. T. U. year This con- out- The regular monthly meeting of the local union of the W.C.T.U. was held at the home of Mrs. A*. Cosens on Thursday afternoon. The meeting was opened with the hymn “What a friends we have in Jesus” and pray­ er by the president, Mrs. R. Tindall, Miss R. Lewis lead the Scripture les­ son from the 3rd chapter of John, Mrs. Tindall gave a reading on New Year’s Resolutions and also conduct­ ed the Clip Sheet. Mrs. Gemmill and ' Captain Barwick led in prayer. The president read some of the resolutions which were passed by the County Convention. ’ The. following topics were taken up, Quotations, denounc­ ing the drink habit and its evils, by Mrs. A. Cosens; The Christian View of the Liquor Problem by Mrs. Wellwood; Mrs. F. TP Provincial Mrs. H. T. ploring the drink habit in women was road by Mrs. Tindall. A song by L. Munday and instrumental selection by George. Lloyd were much enjoyed, The meeting closed with prayer by Captain Rumford. The Social Aspect, >wson. A letter from Treasurer was read Thomson. An article W. by the by do