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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1939-03-09, Page 8PAGE EIGI-IT WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, March 9th, 1939 LYEF-MSeTfRE Show Starts at 8.00 p.m. Except Saturday Saturday Night, Two Shows 7.45 and 9.45 p.m. Matinee Saturday Afternoon at 2,30 p,m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, March 9th, 10th, 11th VICTOR McLAGLEN BRIAN DONLEVY ing the Scripture lesson, Clarence Me- Clenaghan leading the meeting, and Mr. Harold Pollock giving the ad­ dress, which was appreciated by all. This community takes much pleas­ ure in extending congratulations to Mr, and .Mrs, Hector MacKay, who, on Wednesday celebrated the sixty- third anniversary of their wedding. Miss Marjorie Falconer of Wing­ ham, spent the week-end with Miss Jean Welwood. Mr. Clarence McClenaghan is in Wingham Hospital this week and Mr. Frank Henry is also under the doc- A and the sis- Earth” dealing with the work of G, A, Roberts’ work on the island of Madagaster, and how he taught prac­ tical fanning, The meeting closed with the Lord’s Prayer in unison, A picture with plenty of action, starring two of the screen’s foremost players. Also “Phil Spitalni and Orch,” “Racing Pidgeons “News” Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, March 13, 14, 15 fred McMurray Harriet hilliard -----In------- “Cocoanut Grove” Fun and laughter in one of the season’s top musicals. Also “Crime Does Not Pay” “Cartoon” tor’s care. Mr, and Mrs, Jack McIntyre baby son, of Langside, “spent week-end in Wingham with her ter, Miss Clara Pardon, Mr .and Mrs. Lester Falconer, Gul- . ross, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Tiffin, Langside. The regular weekly meeting of the Y.P.U. of the United Church was held on Monday evening with Miss Luella Laidlaw in charge of the meeting and reading the call to worship. Mr. Har­ old Pollock read the Scripture lesson and Mrs. Lott had charge of the de­ votional period. Mrs. Ezra Scholtz sang a solo “Face to Face” and Mrs. Herb Laidlaw led in prayer. The top­ ic, “Tuning In To What?” was tak­ en by Mrs. J. D. Beecroft and the discussion was taken by Mr. Pollock, Mrs. Lott, Agnes Gillespie, Lettie Fox and Genevieve Watt. The mee- ing was closed by prayer for the sick folks of the congregation by Beecroft. Mrs. Bert Reed, of Listowel, ed on. day last week with Mrs. Gillespie, Mission Circle Name Secretary The Steady and True Mission Cir­ cle of the United Church held their regular monthly meeting at the par­ sonage on Saturday afternoon, and was opened with singing the hymn, “Where cross the crowded ways of life.” .Margaret Curtis was elected se­ cretary to the fill the vacancy caused by Miss Irene Taylor moving away, Dugimn the business session it was decided to sew for the Bazaar at the next meeting. Readings were given by Helen Thomson, Isobei McKinnon and Mrs.’A. V. Robb, and Scripture passages read by Irene Hall and Mur­ iel Smith, The chapter from the study book 'dealing with slum con­ ditions in America, was read by Eu­ nice Thornton. ' visit- G.J. Sunday Services Rev. A. V. Robb used the text “Be still and know that I am God” at the morning service in the United Church, He showed that many of God’s great works are accomplished in silence, .and that in the stillness of the human soul may find God. The pulpit at Knox Presbyterian Church was occupied on Sunday morning by Rev. C. H. MacDonald of Lucknow, who spoke from the text “Yc arc the light of the world,” point­ ing out that “if the Church is to be that light she must stand for worship, witness, prayer, consecration and ser­ vice. SPRING STYLES T BRING NEW ATTRACTIVE LINES AND COLOURS. Loose box coats in rich tweeds. Dressmaker coats in soft-toned boucles. MATINEE Saturday afternoon at 2.30 p.m. Admission: Adults 20c, Children 10c.BLUEVALE WHITECHURCH Born—On Saturday, March 4tli, in Wingh'am General Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. George Garton of White­ church, a daughter. Born — On Sunday, March 5th, in Wingham General Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Johnston, of Luck­ now (nee Laura Conn of Kinloss) a son. Mr, Mark Gardner of Wingham lias hired for the next few months with Mr. James Dow. The ladies of the W.M.S. of the United Church held a tea at the home of Mrs. John Gillespie last Wednes- aiDevonsHiees? MB EA silver PLATE 4-7 □ VC FOR ONLY I / Pennies (17 Put-A-Pennies with Pennies Inserted) GUARANTEED AVERAGE day. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Gaunt and children, of Marnoch, visited on Sat­ urday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred .Davidson, Quite a crowd attended the contest program held in the Institute Hall last Tuesday night when the leaders, Mrs, Grain and Mrs. Lott, presented their program of six number, follow­ ed by the program of six numbers presented by Mrs. Emerson and Miss Grace Richardson’s side. The judges Miss YullI, Miss Hunter and Mr. H. Pollock, school teachers of the com­ munity, decided in favour of the first program. The Jackson orchestra sup­ plied the music for the dance which followed. Miss Doris Reid, of Ashfield, is speeding this week at the home of her aunt, Mrs. W. R. Farrier. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Patterson at­ tended the funeral of the late Arthur Clifton at Lucknow on Thursday last. Miss Marilyn McLean, of Brussels, is spending a few days this week at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McLean. Mrs. J. Holmes left’ last week to ■spend a few weeks in Hamilton at the home of her sister, Mrs. Gavin Mid­ dleton. Mr. Clubb who has spent the past few months at Hensail, returned week to his home here. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Farrier Carman visited on Sunday at- home of Mr. Farrier’s aunt, Mrs. W. Sherriff, of Wingham, who was celej brating her 85th birthday. Mrs. Roy Patten of Lucan spent a few days last wc-ek' with her mother, Mrs. A. Fox. Mrs. J. B. Morrison and Jimmie, who have been visiting with relatives in Toronto for the past few weeks, returned home one day last week. Rev. H. M. Wright, pastor of the United Church here, is ill with an at­ tack of pneumonia and. was unable, to take his work here oh Sunday. The young people had charge of the seiv- ice, with Miss Genevieve Watt read- Program Was Well Received It seems like a pleasant return old times, when sleigh loads of young­ people and old, from the surrounding country, came to Bluevale on Friday night to fill the lodge hall for Jack Thynne’s Concert. Emer D. Bell, of Brussels, was chairman. The Brown­ town orchestra of six members: Mr. and Mrs. Will Brewer, Ross Cardiff, Elmer Sellars, Clarence Stewart and Walter Sellars contributed popular numbers. An amusing one-act play, “Trying Them Out” was well pre­ sented with Elmer Sellars as Mr. Brown, manufacturer, Gordon Harm­ on, office assistant, and Misses Edith and Irene Warwick, Dorothy Stew­ art and Mabel Harmon, as stenogra­ phers applying for a position. Jack Thynne sang old and mew songs, told stories and made his violin speak in his inimitable way, responding gener­ ously to. numerous encores. He and his daughter, Adele, gave an interest­ ing skit Ross Cardiff cleverly played the accordion and harmonica together. Rev. A. V. Robb spoke briefly in ap­ preciation of the programme. Through Mr. Thynne’s generosity,, the entire proceeds were given to Ebenezer United Church. to , Miss .Loreen Hamilton, of Stratford Normal, spent the week-end at her home here with Mr. and Mrs. Churchill. BELGRAVE Fred Rink and Held Euchre and Dance The Belgrave Community held a very successful Euchre Dance in the Foresters’ Hall Friday night, where there- was a good attend­ ance present. The winners for Euchre ■were: Mrs. R. Crawford and Alex. Nethery, and the consolation prizes went to Nora VanCamp and George Michie, Lunch was served and danc­ ing followed with Jackson’s Orchestra supplying the music. Mrs. Fred Reid of Varna spent the week-end with Mrs. C. R. Coultes. Nora Wheeler was home from Lon­ don over the week-end. last and the Your choice of any of fourteen pieces of exquisite Devonshire pattern Maywood Silver Plate at our store for 17 Pennies inserted in Put-A-Pennies, One Put- A-Penny Disc is given with each 15c pur­ chase, 2 with each 25c purchase. th* Plan, to Make Quilts The Woman’s Association of the United. Church met at the home of Mrs. George Thornton on Thursday afternoon,, .with a good, attendance. The president, Mrs. Stanley Gallaher presided. Reports of the secretary,, Mrs. Jas. Johnston,, and the treasurer, Mrs. Joseph. Curtis, were read., Mrs.. Edward Johnston gave the Scripture reading and Mrs. Jack Wick&tcad con­ tributed a solo. Mrs. A. V. Robb read an interesting paper on. the Life of the inventor Alexander Graham Bell. Plans for making quilts were dis­ cussed. The Roll Call was. answered by the name of a favorite bymm At the conclusion of the meeting refresh­ ments were served by the hostess as­ sisted by Mrs. James Peacock and Mrs. A. Smith. Several new members were received.. Lifelong Resident Passes Residents were sorry to -hear of the sudden death of Mrs. R. G. McGow­ an on Friday afternoon following a stroke. She was formerly Elizabeth H. Scott and h</d resided in East Wa- wanpsh all her life. She is survived by her son, Walter, and one daugh­ ter, Mrs- Annie Horsford, of Guelph. A sister, Mrs. H. Kirlcby in Belgrave, three brothers, John, Win. C., East Wawanaosh and Walter of Langside also survive. & ATTENTION! Fordson Tractor Show p AT 2.00 P.M. Satur., March 11th TALKING PICTURES - DOOR PRIZES FACTORY TRACTOR EXPERT JRON ROTORS, Wingham Reports of. Groups. Received The Ladies' Aid of Knox Presby­ terian Church held their first quarter­ ly meeting Thursday afternoon with the president, Miss Olive Scott, in charge. Following the opening devo­ tional period, Mrs. Walter Smillie, Mrs, Archie Messer, “Miss Florence Fowler and Mrs. Harry Elliott report­ ed the activities of the four groups since the 1st of the year and the treasurer, Mrs. W.' H. McKinney re­ ported over $100 in the treasury. Plans were made for work during the next quarter. At the close of the meeting a St. Patrick Tea was served, the color schenrn carried out being green, A social hour was enjoyed. Missionary Group Convened The*regular monthly meeting of the W, M, S. of Knox Presbyterian Church was held in the school room on Thursday afternoon. The 1st vice president, Mrs. J. J, Elliott, presided. Mrs. R. F, Gaimfss read the Scripture lesson from 2 Cor. 6: 1-10, and Mrs. Peter S, MacEwen offered prayer. During the business period the allo­ cation for an outfit for a boy 8 years old was accepted. Mrs, Harry Elliott read a most interesting paper from the study book "Treasures in the Dresses with smart jackets, slimly styled waists and swooping pleated skirts. WS- GET READY FOR SPRING KING’S ST. HELENS cessions. It got half way by Sunday night. ■ . ', Mr. Alex, Taylor is busy working in Mr. Howard Wylie’s new house at Wroxeter putting in the hot water system. bcr the old tallow candles, when wo­ men wore hat-pins 10 inches long, etc., a row of shoes shined for the Sabbath day, a very pretty sight now Saturday night'in Wingham but how many young men and women get a shoe shine to go church? Monday came in like a lion tying up all traffic once more. Minnie Jeffray spent Sunday even­ ing Mr. and Mrs. John Darling. Mrs. A. Harper, the community's oldest resident, is seriously ill at, het­ home following a stroke suffered on Tuesday last. Her sister, Mrs. Camp­ bell, of St. Thomas, is with her. Mrs. Gordon, Mr. W. I. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. jT. J- Salkeld and Mr- and Mrs. W. A. Miller attended the fun­ eral of their cousin,, the late Harry L. Salkeld at Goderich on Friday. ' Many friends will be sorry to learn that Rev. H. M. Wright is seriously .ill at his home with pneumonia and jaundice. He has, two nurses in at­ tendance. Mr.. Neely Todd was. home from Stratford for the week-end. Miss. Florence McQuillin, R.N., of the Wingham Hospital Staff, spent the week-end at her home here. * Mrs. McKenzie Webb was a. recent visitor, with Mr, and Mrs. Allister Huges, Holyrood. The. regular meeting of the Y.P.U. was held with Dick Weatherheads side in. charge.. The Scripture lesson was read b,y Neely Todd .and Isobei Miller read. a. poem. The topic was in charge of Stanley Todd and Dick Wcattierhead led the discussion. Miss Irene Woods, of was a week-end visitor at here. The March meeting of men’s Institute was held with an at­ tendance of. 23 and with Mrs. McKen­ zie Webb? presiding. The .roll was res­ ponded to by the suggestion of “A spot in our community that might be improved.” Readings were given “A Friendly Smile” by Mrs. Allan Dur­ um, "Pat’s Reason” by Mrs. Gordon McPherson and “Legendary .History of St. Patrick” by Mrs. Earl Durnin. “Canadianization” was the subject of a sfrlendid address given by Mrs. Pharis Mathers, and a fine paper pre­ pared by Miss. Annie Watson on “Community Activities and Relief”, was read by Mrs. Rice. Plans were made, for an At Home to be held on March; 2.4th. Mrs. E.,W. Rice favour­ ed with a vocal solo and Mrs. Harold Hyde with a guitar solo. An impres­ sive feature of the meeting was the observance of two minutes' silence in respect for the late Mrs. R. K. Miller who bad fillecj the office of secretary­ treasurer for the Institute for over 25 years. It was decided to enter a team in the “Quiz” contest to be held in Lucknow on Friday night and several names were suggested. '.Lunch served by the hostesses, Mrs. E. hour,. Mrs. Cranston an3 Miss Humphrey, i i Waterloo, her home the Wo- BELMORE Y.P.S. Name Dramatic Committee The Young People’s Society of the United Church met in. the schoolroom on Wednesday with the missionary committee: in. charge and Mabel Coul­ tes as pianist. The topic of the even­ ing was an address on “Some aspects ®£ missionary life and work”. It was based, upon the work of Rev. George Pringle of. Yuttson Jame. The topic was taken in an able manner by J. S. Proctor. The musical feature of the evening was a cornet solo by Clif­ ton Walsh. A dramatic committee was appointed consiting of Anna Grasby,. Geo. Michie and Harold Vin­ cent., .Our sick are:. Mrs. Shaw, Mrs. Ew­ ans, the Rutherford family, with flu, Mr. Wm. Curie find Mr. Shurter un­ der the care of Dr. McKibbon, are on the way to recovery. Mrs, Fred Johann has- returned from Guelph Hospital. iMrs. Wm. Curie, Mr. and Mrs. Nor­ man Newans, Mrs. Hackney, were the guests of Mr, and. Mrs. Alex. Mar­ shall, Gorrie,. one day last week. Mrs. Smeltzer (need. Lizzie Fitch) is visiting Mr. Smeltzer’s- sisters in Goderich this week. The Institute meeting, for Wednes­ day at tile manse has. been postponed.. The Association, of the United Church will meet, at the home of Mrs. Wm. King the 3rd Wednesday in March. Mrs. Newans is having hydro in- staleld in her home., Minnie Jeffray,, Mr., and. Mrs. Carl Fitch spent Saturday evening, at the home of( Arthur Fitch, and all laughed with Clarke Johnson. o£ Wawanosli, •who is a favorite on the radio. Mr. and Mrs. NeiL McNeil and Jim attended the funeral, of Mr. McNeil’s brother in London last week, the first break in a family of eleven. We enjoyed, reading an article in Mildmay Gazette: “We Are Not Young Any More” if we can remem- rtaio Look for this number on the Wallpaper insert in your Tele­ phone Directory. 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Wylie at present, Mr, and Mrs. Leslie Harkness, Rob­ ert and Bruce, spent Saturday at R< A. Taylor’s, Miss Marj'orie Hill is spending a few days with Mrs, Jno, Gamble, Miss Heen Hyslop of Wroxeter, spent a few days last week with her sister, Mrs, Melvin Finlay, At last the County snow plow has got started on the 14th and I5th con- SHOP AT Smith*s Economy Food Store BUTTERNUT PEANUT BUTTER .................:........ 2 Lbs. 25c CATELLI COOKED SPAGHETTI ... 10c 16-oz. Tin ■ THRIFT BULK SOAP CHIPS ....... 3 Lbs. 25c Garden of Canada Choice Quality PEACHES....- 15c Tin CHOICE MEATY ... . w ’ 30-40 PRUNES ........... 2 Lbs. 25c O.K. UNWRAPPED LAUNDRY SOAP 10 Bars 29c SMITH’S FOUR O’CLOCK BLACK TEA ..........59c Lb. FRESH LARGE SALTED PEANUTS ...............2 Lbs. 25c TIP TOP CHOICE TOMATOES...10c Large Tin DALTON’S O.K. JELLY POWDERS..........5 Pkgs. 25c CHOCOLATE AND CREAM CANDIES ..... 15c Lb. 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