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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1939-03-02, Page 1Single Copies Five Cents "“MARRYING MARIAN” WILL BE STAGED MARCH 16-17 Two-Act Musical Comedy to be Pre­ sented in Town Hall. One of these dates be sure to set .aside Thursday or Friday, March 16 -r 17, The reason is that an all local caste will present "Marrying Marian” a two-act musical comedy in the Town Hall on these dates, The play is being presented by the Wingham . Dramatic Club under the direction of Mr. Clare'nce B. Armitage, who has so successfully directed previous local musical shows. The play will be un- >der the auspices of the Wingham Tennis Club. This play is brimful of humour and .comedy and the ,musical scene con­ tains many hits that will be sure to ■please you. Do not,miss this great entertain­ ment. Laugh your cares away with "Marrying Marion.” LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Norma Dinsley is visiting •with friends in London and Detroit. Mrs. Albert Craig, Toronto, was a guest of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Harrison over the week-end. Mrs. Harry Browne was a, week­ end visitor with her daughter, Mrs. McGibbon at Kitchener.’ Miss-Helen Miller, Toronto, visited -with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Miller, over the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. A. D. MacWilliam .and daughter, Sally Lou, were week­ end visitors with his parents at Lon- -don. Mrs. Clare Adams was in Toronto •this- week attending the annual con­ vention of the Hairdressers’ Associa­ tion. Mr. Bob Burgman, who is attend­ ing Dental College in Toronto, spent the week-end with his uncle, Mr. W. F. Burgman. Mr.’ an’d Mrs. W. H. Haney were in Toronto over the week-end visiting with their friend, Mr. Charles Hard­ ing,, who is ill at present. Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Merklcy and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kerr returned on .'Sunday from a three weeks’ ■trip to Mexico and California.- motor With Which Is Amalgamated The Gonrie: Vidette and Wroxeter News. 4 WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 2nd, 1939 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Yeas EFFORTS TO SECURE PLOWING MATCH FAIL SCOUT INVESTITURE HELD LAST WEEK Nine Boys Invested as Tenderfoot Scouts i Plowmen’s Association Did Not Ac­ cept Huron’s Invitation for 1940 / -------- Huron County was unsuccessful in its bid for the 1940 International Plowing Match, the Ontario Plow­ men’s Association at Toronto accept­ ing the invitation of Elgin County? A strong deputation from the county, headed by J, D. Thomas, of Goderich, presented the Huron invitation. On the Huron delegation were Mr. Thomas, Warden Robert' Turner, Reeve Wilmot Haacke, of Goderich Township; Gordon McGavin, Presi­ dent of the North Huron Plowmen’s Association and a director of the Pro­ vincial Association;'Hugh Hill, form­ er reeve of Colborne; Roland Wil­ liams, past president of the South Huron Plowmen’s Association, and L. E. Cardiff, past president of the North Huron Plowmen’s Association. Wether or not Huron will re-issue its invitation for the 1942 match has I dogs. were served. • At the regular meeting of Boy Scouts on Thursday evening of last week Mr. J. R, M. Spittal, acting Dis­ trict Commissioner of Huron District, ‘conducted an investiture and present­ ed proficiency badges to a number of local Scouts, The following were invested as Tenderfoot Scouts; Lloyd Mundy, Norman Mundy, Orval Allin, Ken Al­ lin, Craig Armstrong, George Cope­ land, Donald Lloyd, Donald Hastie, Donald Campbell. Second class scout. badges were presented to Clarence Hamilton and George ,Lloyd. , The following proficiency badges, were presented: Music, George Lloyd and C. Hamilton;' Handyman, Hamilton, At the close of the meeting C. hot NOTICE All Town Licenses are due 1st. George Allen, Chief ’of March Police. JExpert Harness-Making During my absence, while ill, Mr. A. McGill, a first-class harness-mak- -er, will have charge of repairs. Please hbring your spring work now. T. Kew- •■George Tervit Won Radio During the past few weeks the Lions Club have been selling lucky tickets on a Radio. The draw was made by Bobbie Kress at the Carni­ val on Friday night. George H, Ter­ wit of town held the lucky ticket — No. 1072. \ ^Winners at Bridge Club The regular meeting Of the Wing- iham Bridge Club was held in the Ma­ sson ic Hall on Wednesday evening of last week. The winners were: North and South: 1st, Mrs. O. Colborne and L. R. Blackwood; 2nd, Mrs. G. Ross and Ken Somers; 3rd, Miss Mary King and D. Kennedy; 4th, Mrs. H. Gampbell and D, B. Porter. East and West: 1st, Mrs. L. R. Blackvyood and Jack Mason; 2nd, Mrs. J. A. Wilson and Et. Hodgins; 3rd, Mrs. R. S. He­ therington and F. Madill; 4th, Mrs. H, C. MacLean and E, iM. Snell. ST. DAVID’S NIGHT HELD BY A.Y.P.A. St .Paul’s A.Y.P.A. commemorated St. David’s night at it regular weekly meeting Monday evening. MF, Ri Spittal was in charge of the program, appropriately planned with hymns with Welsh tunes. He gave an inter­ esting sketch of scenes in Wales that he himself had visited. Mr, T. Simp­ son outlined the environment of the country in which St. David was born, adding a number of amusing side- glances into Welsh religious life. Rev, Mr. Gallagher gave the story of St, David’s life. In 1120 David was add­ ed to the cotalog-ue of saints, but ev­ en before that William the Conqueror visited his shrine. During his life he founded twelve monasteries in Eng­ land and the worth of his services to LIONS CARNIVAL WELL ATTENDED Fancy Skaters from Kitchener Well Received, f LEGION HELD SOCIAL EVENING Harry Browne Presented with Hon. Officer’s Badge UNITED CHURCH S. S. HELD SKATING PARTY DAY OF PRAYER OBSERVED HERE Large Number Present in Costume Children Were Treated to Sleigh Ride Large Number Attend World Day of .» Prayer Service in Baptist Church not been decided, but will probably come before the special joint commit­ tee at an early meeting. The matches alternate each year between Eastern and Western Ontario. The Provincial Association re-elect­ ed Gordon McGavin, North Huron Association President, to it's director­ ate. INSTITUTE HELD FINEMEETING Meeting Was Well Attended ■< COLTS’ BONSPIEL HELD MONDAY Six Rinks Took Part in the Play e The Curling rink resounded with plenty of noise on Monday evening when a local Colts’ Bonspiel was held. The skips on each of.,. the six rinks had no previous experience as heads of rinks. The winners were: 1st, ’J. E. Cur­ rie, Geo. Orvis, F. McCormick, H. L. Sherbondy skip, 2 wins plus 11; 2nd, Dr. Torrance, W. Currie, E. M. Snell, O. Haselgrove skip, 2 wins plus 9; 3rd, J. Fry, Dr. G. Ross, D. Kennedy, Bert Porter skip, 2 wins plus 5. fRubber Footwear Real Bargains in all lines at Greer’s. Hospital Auxiliary to Meet Monday. The regular meeting of the Wo­ men’s-Auxiliary to Wingham General Hospital will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday afternoon, Mar. 6th, at 3.45. Lady Bowlers’ Bridge Mrs. E. M. Snell opened' her home on Monday evening for a lady bowl­ ers’ bridge. Six tables were present. The winners were: 1st, Mrs. J. FI. Crawford; 2nd, Miss T, Gerry. i , Public School Hockey Two games were played in the Pub­ lic School hockey league on Saturday ar the arena. The scores were: Mar­ oons 4, Canadiens 0; Leafs 4, Canad- iens 2. The league standing is: Leafs 11, Maroons 7, Canadiens 3. A well attended meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute was held in the Coun­ cil Chambers on Thursday afternoon, over forty being present. The meet­ ing, was opened in the usual manner with the Institute Ode and the Lord’s Prayer in unison. Following the bus­ iness session Miss M. Anderson gave a reading on the motto’ "Nature is a volume of which God is the Author.” The Roll Call was answered by "Great Lovers . of History”. Mrs. Laidlaw gave a talk which proved to be very interesting on the subject, “What characteristic either in man or maid goes to make_ a happy mar­ riage?” Mrs. J. A. Wilson, convenor of Historical Research and Current Events, had charge of the meeting. Community singing was enjoyed after which there was an exhibit of rugs made by Mrs. W. H. Fraser, Mrs. J. Haugh, Mrs. Ross Anderson and Mrs. Allin, • •, .. The--hostesses were Mrs. W. Fraser,- Mrs. W. Wcllwood, Mis Graham. About 1000 were present.at the An­ nual Carnival held in the Arena on Friday night under the auspices of the Lions Club, ■ The feature attraction) was the pre­ sentation of fancy skating by the members of. the Kitchener-Water loo Skating Club, who received great ap­ plause'for their efforts. J This club is a new one and the skafers have de­ veloped remarkably well and in the near future should be; one of the strongest clubs in. Western Ontario. The program opened)with a Club Waltz and a solo by I Miss Marie Schnurr. A pair number was given by Mrs. M, M. Schmuck and Miss B. Marshill followed b'y a' Club “Ten Step.” Miss Asabelle Henderson gave a delightful solo waltz then another Club, Ten Step was presented. Miss Jean Anderson gave at solo number and Misses Isabell; Henderson and Marie Schnurr did a pair number. A Ballet by the ladies wasfwell received, the solo taken by Mrs.|M. Schmuck. The feature number was a solo and encore by the "club "professional, Mr. Jack Hose. A Club". Waltz brought this part of the prograni to a close. The races and judging of costumes were next held. Throjigh the evening the Wingham Citizens’ * Band played several selections. The judges for the costume events were: Misses Jean An­ derson and Margaret "Beaner of the Kitchener-Waterloo Skating Club, G. S. Kidd and Rev. E. O. Gallaher. Costume Events Best Fancy Dressed Lady, 1st, Johnston, toilet set by Mc- Drug Store; 2nd, Mrs. J. R. A, large number of the members of the Legion were present at their rooms at the Armouries on Tuesday evening for a social evening, The Legion had as their guests the mem­ bers of the Legion Ladies* Auxiliary. The entertainment consisted of a pro­ gram given by Wm. Peel and his fam- ilyl of Listowel, assisted by Betty McIntyre also of Listowel. They pre­ sented a program of twenty numbers including vocai, guitar, piano selec­ tions, tap dancing, comedy skits and zylopohone solos, A commity sing­ song and lunch followed by dancing brought this very pleasant evening to a close. A feature of the evening was the presentation of an Honorary Officer’s Badge to Harry Browne for his splen­ did work as Secretary for some years. Lucky draw prizes were won by Mrs. H. Howard and Frank Sturdy. CAR FLIPPED OVER LANDED ON FENCE Two in Car Were Not Injured H. B. NEW RELIEF FOR SOUR STOMACH Probably you know several, remed­ ies to relieve acid-indigestion. Bisma- Rex, the delicious tasting antacid powder, acts 4 ways to give you re­ lief in a few minutes. It’s, wonderful the way it'helps you. Buy a bottle to­ day at- McKibbon’s Rexall Store. Drug The Arena was the scene of much fun and excitement on Wednesday evening last week when the United Church Sunday School held their an­ nual skating party. The Little Ger­ man Band supplied the music for skating and the lunch consisted,of hot dogs and coffee. Many who have not had skates on 'in years, were present as were many who had not skated this year. In the afternoon the junior mem­ bers of the Sunday School were treat­ ed to a sligh ride about, town and on their return to the church were serv­ ed lunch. Y. P. U. MET ON MONDAY EVENING 40 Years Married 'Mr. and Mrs. T. J. McLean quietly celebrated their 40th wedding anni­ versary on Thursday last week. Mr. and Mrs. McLean are both life-long resident of Wingham. On behalf of their many friends we extend con­ gratulations. Accepts Position in Owen Sound Miss Margaret* Copeland, who has been a clerk in Greer’S Shoe Store for 15 years, has accepted a position with the Rupert Legate shoe firm at Owen Sound. She will assume her new po­ sition on Monday next; On behalf of » her many friends we wish her every success. who when Hospital Auxiliary Extend Thanks When the picture "The Citadel’* was shown at the Lyceum Theatre in Wingham, Capt. Adams, the owner of the theatre, presented the Women’s Auxiliary to the* General Hospital with 100 tickets. The ladies sold the tickets, and as a result $25.00 was add­ ed to their funds. The thanks of auxiliary is extended to Capt Adi for this generous donation. the ims Expect Quick Election Of Pope Vatican City The conclave of 62 cardinals by whom a new pope will be chosen opens today (Wednesday). Vatican prelates generally predicted the conclave would be short because the electors of a ‘successor to Pope Pius XI have had 18 days in which to consider their choice. The $ossib- the primitive British Church is be- ility as mentioned that the vacant yond question. I chair might be filled before Sunday. Third at Hanover Spiel A local rink won third prize at the Hanover Bonspiel on Monday with 2 wins plus 15. The rink was W. Mc- Kague, J. Raby, Ed, Nash, J, Carr Jr. skip. Clinton Oust Tavistock The Tavistock Red-Shirts, made such a good impression they played.an exhibition game with the Eagles, lost out in their quest for group O.H.A. honours when Clinton won two games from them, the first by 6-5 and the second 3-2. Murray Rae, former Wingham boy, was one of the stars of the Tavistock team so the fans here were pulling for them to win out. * Fishermen Were Snowbound Alarm was raised at Grand Bend.on Sunday when five fishermen were feared carried out into Lake Huron oti an ice floe during the height of a snow storm, Later they were found with their Cat stuck fast in a snow­ bank unable to return to their homes. When they had not returned by dark three carloads of searchers set out for the district where it- was known their nets had been set in the ice not far from shore. Word was received short­ ly after that they were snowbound on a little used road. FARM HOUSE WAS DESTROYED BY FIRE Early Friday afternoon the frame dwelling house on the farm of Mr, H. Fraser, 1st concession of Mor- was completely destroyed by fire. Fraser was at the barn when the started and'the. flames.,Yiad made W. ris, Mr fire considerable were noticed, have started pipes. headway before they The fire is believed to from over-heated stove- Mabel Avoy’s M. Spittal, card table cover by A. J. Walker. Best Fancy Dressed Gent: 1st, W. G. Hamiliton, Gardenia Toilet Set by McKubbon’s Drug Store; 2nd, Dr, W. A. Crawford, pipe by Omar Hasel­ grove, . . ' Best Comic Lady: 1st, Mrs. R. H. Lloyd, Lamp by Harry-Fryfogle; 2nd Miss Margaret Mason, Evening Bag by W. R. Hamilton. Best Comic Gent: 1st, W. H. French, toilet set by J. Mason & Son; 2nd, A. Holmes. Best Dressed Couple: 1st,. Marie, King and Louis Russel, Brussels, Cig­ arette Box by Isard’s and Umbrella, by Walker Store;’2nd, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. M. Spittal# Best Dressed under 14 years: 1st, Jean Moffatt, Wroxeter, pullover from Green Front Stores; 2nd, Mary Crawford, 50 cents. Oldest Person on Skates, Mrs. T. J. McLean; Water Set by Geo. Wil­ liams. Smallest girl on skates, Barbara Roberts, doll by Ed. Williams. Smallest Boy on skates, Bobbie Kress, $1.00, Bank of Commerce. Largest Load by Sleigh and team: 1st, Harvey Edgar, Morris Township, 31 in load, $5.00; 2nd, Ross Anderson, ,E. Wawanosli, 22 in load, $3.00, Races Ladies’ Open: .Betty Rae, Tray by R. A. Currie; 2nd, Beth Schoenhal, Clinton, pair of silk hose by Willis Shoe Store. Girls, 14 and under: Mary Lepard, $1.00; Ruth Harris, 50 cents; Margar­ et Moffatt, Wroxeter, 25 cents, prizes by Dominion Bank. Men’s -Open: 1st, Harry Brown, speed skates, Greer’s Shoe Store; 2nd Bill Lepard, 1 quart enamel by Mach- an Bros. Boys, 14 and under, 1st, Eddie Car­ ter, $1.00; 2nd, Raymond Bell, 50. cents; 3rd, Jack Lloyd, 25 cents; priz­ es by Bank of Commerce. Couple Race: Betty Rae and Jack Bateson; prizes $2.00 bread tickets by Gibson’s Bakery and pipe by Frank Sturdy." Program Number Prizes 1st No., 843—Margaret Moffatt, of Wroxeter, Book Stand by A. J. Wal­ ker, 2nd No, chener, pound of Tea, by Mundy’s, 3rd No., 145—Mrs. J. Manning; Bel­ grave, pound of tea by Mundy’s. 4th No., 762—John Lamb, rug. Seirite Store. 104—John I,aumaii, Kit- by Won Prizes at Listowel Carnival Miss Irene Clark won 1st prize in the single ladies* rate at the Listowel Carnival last week and her sister, Laura, won 1st prize as best lady skater. Murary Johnson and Roy Adair had narrow escape from severe injury on Tursday but neither of them were injured. They were driving to Tor­ onto about noon and near Weston the car hit a slippery spot and turned completely over, coming to rest fac­ ing the opposite way on top of a wire fence. It all happened so quickly that neither Murray nor Roy left the seat^ and when the car came to rest they stepped out without a scratch, The car was little damaged, the paint was scraped off the top some as the car turned over. A truck came along and pulled the car back onto the road and they proceeded on their way. If this had been one of the old- style cars without a metal top, it no doubt would have been a different story. a PLAYED WELL AT STRATFORD FESTIVAL Congratulations are in order for Miss Alicg Williamson, of Kitchener, daughter , of Mrs. Wm. Wiliamson, of towHj as she and her partner, Miss Maria Lembke, of the same city, came first at the Stratford ^Musical Festival in class 64, piano duo, amateur or pro­ fessional. Miss Williamson and Miss Lembke received 90 points, the high fqr that day of the festival and re­ ceived very great praise for their ex­ cellent playing. in Rubber Boots — 4 Men’s $1.98, Women’s $1.49, Child’s $1.00, at Greer’s Shoe Store. Attended Brother’s Funeral Mrs. (Dr.) F. A. Parker was Toronto on Tuesday attending- the funeral of her late brother, Royden Sherwood Gee, who. passed away on Sunday. 35 Tables at Euchre The Euchre held by the Oddfellows in their rooms on Thursday night was a decided success as 35 tables enjoyed the play. The prizes were won by: Ladies, Mrs. Wilfred Henry and Mrs. M. Dodds tied for 1st and 2nd; gents, 1st, Howard Machan; 2nd, Machan. Following the play ious lunch was Served. To Speak at Convention Mr, R. J. Scott, Belgrave, one of the principal speakers- at the 25th annual convention of the Ontario Brotherhood of Threshermen which will be held ih Sarnia on March 9th. Mr, Scott is president of the United Farmers’ Co-Operative and past pres­ ident of the United Farmers of On­ tario. Recently he was Ontario dele­ gate to Bracken Conference of Canadian Chamber of Agriculture cently held in Winnipeg. Gordon a delic- will be the rc- MOCCASIN DANCE THURSDAY EVENING Girls’ Hockey Game Will Be Held Prior to Dance Under the auspices of the Arena Committee a Moccasin Dance will be held in the Arena on Thursday even­ ing this week. A large crowd should be present to enjoy this novel enter­ tainment. Ukulele Bill and his Hill Billies will furnish the music so come along and have a good time. The Young People's Union of the United * Church met Monday evening with Jack Herd, the vice-president, in the chair. The meeting opened with the hymn “Jesus calls us o’er the tu­ mult”, followed by the Lord’s Pray­ er. The worship period was in charge of Joe Tiffin’s group and was opened by hymn “I do not ask, O Lord.” Bill Cruikshank led in prayer and the Scripture lesson was taken by RuSsell Zurbrigg. Joe Tiffin reviewed a chap­ ter of the study book. This period closed with the hymn “The Lord is my shepherd.” Miss Lily Vogan gave a paper on “Tune In On What?” which was very interesting. Misses Tena Reid and Caroline Wellwood favored with a duet "Garden of Prayer.” After partaking of lunch the meet­ ing closed with the singing of the Vesper hymn and repeating the Bene­ diction. Keep Your Feet Dry— Wear Rubbers or Goloshes, quality and lowest prices at Greer’s Shoe Store. Best Come to the Birthday Party .At the United Church on Friday, March 10. The Woman’s Association are serving a hot" supper from 6 to’8 o’clock. Adults 35c, Children 20c. Ev­ erybody welcome. Blyth Councillor Injured Councillor George Johnston, Blyth, sufered a severe head gash when a falling tree stuck him as he worked in the bush on the William Austin farm, Hullett. Fie was removed to Clinton Hospital where it was found the cut 'was not serious. Play at Bluevale Friday Night A play will be staged at the Forest­ ers’ Hall, Bluevale, Friday evening of this week at 8 o’clock. The play will feature Jack Thynne, the Kansas Far­ mer. Others taking part will be Geo. Northwood and Elmer D. Bell, Brus­ sels. Admission, Adults 25c. Pro­ ceeds in aid of Ebenezer Church. Attended Fairs Convention Mr. H. L. Sherbondy and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Proctor attended the annual convention of the Ontario Fairs’ Association which was held in the King Edward Hotel on Thursday and Friday last week, They were delegates from the Turnberry Agri­ cultural Society. To Penalize Childless Couples Nearly 1,500,000 childless German couples are now to be penalized by a 40 per cent, income tax increase un­ der the new Nazi “baby campaign” tax effective April 1. Bachelors will also have tax increases as will spin­ sters. Keeping company with the bachelors and spinsters in the u^per brackets will be Jews — whether hav­ ing children or unmarried — with few exceptions, • Victory Over World, Says Franco A crowded movie theatre gave Na­ tionalist General Franco of Spain a tremendous ovation when it was an­ nounced Great Britain and France had recognized his regime as the leg­ al Government of Spain, He was cheered again by thousands outside when he left the theatre and then ag­ ain at his home. Appearing on a bal­ cony at his home after a crowd below had called for him, Gen. Franco in a 10-minute speech ,said Spain has “fought a winning battle against Communism and the forces seeking to destroy her. It was victory over the world,” he said. Etc thanked Ger­ many, Italy and Portugal "and other countries who were among the first to extend us friendship.” The annual service of the Women's World Day of Prayer was held in the Baptist Church on Friday afternoon. Many women from the different con­ gregations were present. The theme for the service was "Let us put ourf love in deeds and make it real,” Mrs.. E. (M. Loney was leadei’ for the service and intercessory prayers were offered by Mrs. Kenneth Mac- Lean for all those in special need, for all lonely ones, for the suffering and discouraged, and those whose spirit­ ual vision has grown dim; Mrs. Chas, Lloyd for the children and youth of the nation; Mrs. Wm. Connell for their Majesties King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, their counsellors, advisors and for all the heads of the nation; Adjutant Terry for the Chris- tion Church, her leaders, teacher and workers in all countries; Mrs. Wm. ■Field for those sections of the world Where teeming millions hunger in body and spirit, needing Christ and Christian leadership. Miss Raymer of the City Mission gave a very inspiring talk on the need of Christian Literature. She stated that Christian literature is just as cheap as poor literature and if the youth of to-day were not allowed by their parents to read poor literature, they would learn to read good litera­ ture. There is a quantity of Christian, fiction on the market now also. • She emphasized the Bible is the best lit­ erature and should be read by every­ one. Mrs. W. Henry rendered beautiful­ ly the vocal solo “I Shall Not Pass This Way Again?’ The Women’s World Day of Prayer will be held in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in 1940. CITY MISSION Rev. W. B. Moyer gave three spec­ ial messages to appreciative audienc­ es in the City Mission Thursday ev­ ening and Sunday. Thursday evening the inessagg to young people was bas­ ed on texts in Psalm 119, verses 30, 31 and 32, pointing out the import­ ance and value of the Word of God, also the importance of the right choice in life. Sunday afternoon he gave a very instructive and inspiring sermon on the subject “The Scarlet line through Scripture” using as a text “The blood shall make atone­ ment for the soul,” In the evening.* the text was. found In the second- chapter of Colossians, verse 10, the first clause “And ye are complete in Him.” The speaker showed so clear­ ly that in Christ we have a complete salvation, He Who is our Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Re­ demption. This service was preceded by a good, lively song-service, follow­ ed by the announcement of the com­ ing of a worker amongst the Jews, Mrs. T. M. Monts of Toronto, Sec’y of the “Hope of Israel Messengers” who will give an illustrated lecture Thursday evening and next Sunday. She will also give a short talk over CICNX Saturday morning to shut-ins. M ------------■■— ---------------------- Quite Some Snowfall The Weatherman this year appears to . pick the week-ends for most of his stormy days. As usual for this year this past week-end was no exception as it stormed all day Sunday, seven inches of snow falling. Towards ev­ ening it cleared and the evening was beautiful as was Monday. Sleet early Tuesday morning made walking slip­ pery and highway travel dangerous. ARTHUR WON GROUP HONORS The Lucknow Sepoys, after a va1* iant effort, lost out to Arthur in the group finals in two straight games. The Sepoys in their quest for group honors defeated Palmerston here in a sudden-death game to take fourth place in the group. They then played Listowel and in a home and home ser­ ies, goals to count, they won out by the narrow margin of 8-7. Arthur the group leaders was the next opposi­ tion and the Sepoys lost out in two games. Ou Friday night at Arthur the Sepoys lost by a 5-2 score and by 4-3 Monday night at Lucknow, From the first of the season the fans called the Arthur team to win this group but they had some close calls, the closest probably was in Arthur when the Sepoys lost a sched­ uled game 1-0. ’ , ,