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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1939-10-12, Page 1*X With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. ?Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12th, 1939 Subscriptions $2.00 Per Year EX-CONVICT WILL LECTURE HERE ON THURSDAY EVENING • “‘Silent Bill” Biddle to Speak on Pris­ on Reform and Youthful Offenders “Silent Bill” Biddle, who was re- . leased from Sing Sing prison in 1924 -after serving 18 years behind the grey •walls of that dread institution, will • lecture Thursday evening in the Town -.Hall on “Does Crime Pay?” The lec­ ture will be illustrated by an extens­ ive set of prison pictures. Mr. Biddle, who now makes his home in Ottawa, is known as a lec­ turer of wide experience. An advo­ cate of prison reform, including seg­ regation of youthful first offenders, lie will discuss the problem of the rising tide of juvenile crime and mea­ sures he believes should be taken to •combat it. He has drawn large at­ tendances in, many towns and. cities ■from Halifax to Victoria in recent years and should attract a large at­ tendance on Thursday evening. . Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Coutts were • Sunday visitors at Chatsworth. OBITUARY Mrs. John J. Johnston The community was shocked to •learn of the death in London on Sun- -day morning of Mrs. John J. Johns- .ton. While for several years she had .‘been a patient suffered of rheumatism she otherwise had been in apparent -excellent health, and on Friday was taken to St. Joseph’s Hospital, Lon­ don, where she underwent an opera­ tion , her strength was not su£ficient •and she passed peacefully on early •Sunday morning. Mrs. Johnston, whose maiden name -was Sophia Specht, was in her 73rd year, being born near Clinton, where •she was married 51 years ago from ■the day of her funeral, to her now l>ereft husband. About 27 year.s ago ’they moved to Wingham where they Slave since resided. She was a faithful members of the “Wingham United Church and always took an' active interest in its behalf ’when her health permitted. Besides her husband she is surviv­ ed by two daughters and one son, Mrs. Symington, of Toronto, Mabel -at home and Percy, of Detroit, also one sister and two brothers, Miss Tena Specht, oi‘ Youngstown, N.Y., Fred and Theodore, of Toronto. A private service was conducted at her late residence, Minnie St., on Tuesday afternoon by her pastor, Rev. J. F. Andersop. The pallbearers were W. A. Galbraith, J. Mason, F. R. Howson, C. W. Lloyd, H. H. Is- ard and E. Wilkinson. Interment was made in the Clin­ ton Cemetery. John C. Mitchell A life-long resident of this com­ munity, John C. Mitchell, passed on at his. home, Minnie Street, early Wednesday morning, October 4th, in his 56th year.- Two years ago last June it was found necessary to am­ putate Mr. Mitchell’s right leg. For a time, until late this spring, he ap­ peared to be making a satisfactory recovery. He was born on the 10th Concession of Turnberry and lived his entire life there until May this year, when, due to ill health, he sold his farm and stock and moved into town. His parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Mitchell, settled on the farm on which he was born in 1871, having come to Canada from Scot­ land. In 1912 he was married at Glenannan to Susan Bell. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church and for several years was an elder at Eadies’ Church. He leaves to mourn his passing be­ sides his wife, two brothers and four sisters, Charles, of Chilliwack, B.C.; Dr. Andrew Mitchell, of Denver, Col- orada; .zMrs. Annie Hawke, Chilli4 Wack, B.C.; Mrs. Andrew (Catharine) McKagtte of Guelph; Mrs. David (Sara) Breen, Grand Rapids, Mich.; Miss Agnes Mitchell, Chilliwack, B. C. The funeral .service was conducted at his late residence, Minnie Street, by Rev. Kenneth MacLean, of St Andrew’s Presbyterian Churth, and Rev. J-. R. Gregg, of Atwood, a form­ er minister at Eadies’, on Friday af­ ternoon, October 6th, Six nephews were pallbearers, And­ rew Mitchell, Wilfred McKagtte, George Inglis, Smith Inglis, John In­ glis, John McIlwain. Burial took place in Wingham Cemetery, TAG DAY TO BE HELD^SATURDAY The Salvation Army will hold a Tag Day on Saturday, October 14th. Proceeds of same will be used in aid of the War. The Army is planning to do the same work in this war as in the last war, Already officers have been appointed for Overseas work. Money is needed to carry on this work. We ask your support and co­ operation. Thanking you in anticipation, Officers in charge of the Local Corps. CHARLES COULTER A graduate of Wingham High School and of Westervelt School, London, has been recently promoted to the position of accountant in the head office of Hygrade Corrugated Products Limited of London. He is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Coulter, R.R. 3, Wingham. Old Time Dancing at Royal-T Dance Hall, Friday Night. Admis­ sion 25c. Fowl Supper The Ladies’ Guild of St. Paul’s Church will hold a Fowl Supper in the Parish Room of the Church on Thursday, Oct. 26th, from 5 to 8 p.m. Adults 40c, Children 25c. — Won at Hanover Doubles Two local pair of bowlers took part in the Mixed Doubles at Han­ over on Monday, Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Crawfoid winning fourth prize. Underwent Operation Mrs. Fi*ed -W. Spry underwent an operation in Toronto- on Saturday. We are pleased to report she is im­ proving nicely. ifFatally Burned by Lamp Explosion Mrs. Dan Campbell, of- Powasson, mother of Mrs. Percy Biggs, of town, was fataliy burned on Thursday, Sep­ tember 29tH, when a lamp which she was lighting exploded. The burns were so severe that she lived only a few hours. Mrs. Biggs and son, Don­ ald, left immediately to attend the funeral. Hospital Annual Meeting Oct. 20th The annual meeting of the mem­ bers of the Wingham General Hos­ pital Association will be held in the Council Chambers, Wingham, at 8 p.m., on Friday, October 20th, 1939, .for the purpose of hearing the audit­ ors’ report, approving and^ passing proposed by-laws, election of Direc­ tors for the ensuing year, and such other business as may be regularly brought forward. By order of the Board, A. Cosens, Sec’y-Treas, NAMES WANTED OF MEN WHO ENLIST The Advance-Times would like to keep a.complete list of all the ttieti and women of Wingham and the Sur-. roUhding district who enlist* in the Canadian Active Service., Force and invites the co-operation of all its readers and friends, Such a list,' kept up-to-date, will be an invaluable re­ cord in years to come, but it will on­ ly be of Use if information is given to us promptly and in detail. The names, ages and parentage of all those who enlist, whether male or female, should be handed in together with the unit that they join, and this should be followed up with any Changes of location whenever they ffiove, Parents and friends are asked to keep this in ttiind and those who enlist are requested to advise tis of their movement whenever possible. KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, BELGRAVE HELD ANNIVERSARY Special Services Again Next Sunday, Oct. 15th ’ Another milestone in, the history of Knox Presbyterian Church, Bel- grave, was fittingly celebrated on Sunday last when large congregations were present both morning and even­ ing in celebration of seventy-five years of continuous Presbyterian ser­ vices. The congregation were fortun­ ate on this memorable occasion in having Rev, Dr. Gilmour, of London, Moderator of the Synod of Hamil­ ton and London, in charge of both ’services, whose messages were receiv­ ed in rapt attention by the assemb­ lage. The Choir under the able leader­ ship of Mrs. J. McGee, supplied suit­ able music at both services. A solo by Mrs. A. Scott, also a ladies’ quar­ tette, composed of Misses Agnes and Janet Robertson, Mrs, McGee and Mrs. Scott in the morning, and a trio by three young men,—J. McGee, A., Robertson and C. Johnston in the ev­ ening being deserving of commenda­ tion. The congregation are looking for­ ward to another treat next Sunday, Oct. 15th, when Rev. Austin Budge, of Hamilton, a distinguished son of the congregation, will at 2.30 conduct an old time service, to which the pub­ lic are cordially invited. WEDDINGS Curran - Purdon A quiet wedding took place at the United Church Parsonage, Bluevale, on Tuesday, October 10th, when Mur­ iel Elizabeth, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Robt. Purdon, East Wawa- nosh, was united in marriage to James Richard, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert C. Curran, Ashfield. Rev. Campbell Tavenar officiated. The bride wore harvest wine chif­ fon velvet dress and wine coat with ■Persian Jamb trim and matching ac­ cessories. They were attended by the rgroom’s sister, Miss Alma Curran, and Mr. Lloyd Hunter. After the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Curran left on a trip to Toronto, Hamilton and Niagara Falls. On their return they will reside on the groom’s farm in East Wawanosh. Jackson - Young A lovely Autumn wedding took place quietly at the United Church parsonage, Wingham, at 8 o’clock on Saturday morning, October 7th, when Rev. J. F. Anderson united in mar­ riage Ruby Leola, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cephus Young, of Holmesville to Albert Henry, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jackson, of Morris. The bride looked lovely in a rose triple sheer crepe dress with brown accessories. The wedding din­ ner was served at the home of the bride’s parents. After a short trip to northern points, Mr. and Mrs. Jackson will re­ side in Blyth. Local Insurance Agent Presented Mr. G. R. Scott, of town, was re­ cently honored at the Listowel office of the Prudential Insurance Company when he was presented with his five-, year certificate and button. Mr. Ro­ land S. Barber, superintendent of the Stratford district, made the presenta­ tion. ’ Conducted Service at St. Paul’s Rev. R. M. Weekes was the preach­ er in St. Paul’s Church Thanksgiving Sunday evening. In the morning the rector conducted a special service of intercession and of Holy Communion, in conformity with'the request of the Prime Minister with respect to the observance of Sunday last as a Na­ tional Day of Prayer. Had Lucky Escape Clayton Fryfogle has Jiad two ac­ cidents while showing his horse at fairs this ye'ar. At Ripley he was thrown out when' a wheel of the bug­ gy buckled, wrenching his side. At Owen Sound While driving “David Guy” his speedy Sorrel, he was thrown between the buggy and the horse. The horse was travelling at full Speed and its hoofs kept pound­ ing hint as it sped along the back stretch. Clayton talked to the horse and eventually got it to stop but not before,he was badly bruised and cut up about the. legs. Rte '^vas <tp and about a few days after the accident. It was a lucky escape, 3000 ATTEND NORTH HURON PLOW MATCH Annual Event Held in Colborne Township Plowing, foundation of agriculture, won new recognition Thursday when over 3,000 attended the^annual plow­ ing match at the North Huron Plow­ ing Association, held on the adjoining farms of William Watson and David Millian, eighth concession of Col­ borne Township. Thirty-five entries, 22 teams of horses and 13 tractors, competed in the nine events. In the novice and non-farmer class there were 40 entries. Alex. (Sandy) Young, ex-reeve of (^olborne, won first prize; James Snell, aged 83, won second, and Warden R.l E. Turner, of Huron, who had not turned a furrow in 37 years, was third. (Continued on Page Four) . RED CROSS WANTS SEWINGMACHINES The Wingham,. Red Cross Society require a number of sewing machines. Any person who could loan a mach­ ine to the society please get in touch with Mrs. Archie Peebles. Greatly Improved Mrs. E. Zurbrigg returned to her home on Monday, following an op­ eration in Wingham General Hospital. We are pleased to report she is great­ ly improved. Preached at United Church Rev. Dr. Davidson, of Emmanuel College, Toronto, preached at both services of the Wingham United Church bn Sunday, speaking in the interests of the college. Returned from Toronto We arc pleased to report that Mrs. Gordon W. Buchanan, who recently underwent an operation in Toronto, has recovered sufficiently to be able to return"home on Saturday. Fine Quality Dutch Bulbs Direct from Holland. The stock is still complete, many varieties of “Dar­ win” and “Triumph” Tulips, Narcissi, Daffodils, Hyacinth and Croccus. Get them now at McKibbon’s Drug Store. Attended Teachers’ Convention and World’s Fair Misses Norma Coutts, Isobel Fow­ ler and Ferrol .Higgins attended the Teachers’ Convention en route to New York and the World’s Fair last week. ' . ’ • ." ( Fowl Supper at Belgrave- ' ' ■■ Will be held in the Foresters’ Hall under auspices of the Trinity Angli­ can Church, on Wednesday, Oct. 18. Excellent program. Admission 40c, children 20c. Suppfer served from 5 to 8. United Church Anniversary The Wingham United Church will hold its anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 22nd. Rpv. Kenneth Beaton, former­ ly of Whitechurch and now Secretary of Missionary Education, will be the guest speaker.. Hospital Auxiliary Annual Meeting The annual meeting and election of officers of the Women’s Auxiliary to the Wingham General Hospital will be held in the Council Chamber on Friday afternoon, Oct. 13, at 3.30 o’clock. All members and others in­ terested in the hospital are urged to be present. Fish and Game Club Meeting A meeting of the Fish and Game Club will be held in the Brunswick Hotel at 8 o’clock on Monday even­ ing, Oct. 15th. Business of import­ ance will be dealt with and all mem­ bers arc urgently requested to'be pre­ sent. Geo. H. Orvis, Pres.; Ronald Rae, Sec’y, RUMMAGE SALE OCTOBER 21st The Annual Rummage Sale spon­ sored by the Women’s Auxiliary to Wingham General. Hospital will be held in the Council Chamber -on Sat­ urday afternoon, October 51st, at 2 o’clock, Any donations of clothing, house furnishings etc., will be grate­ fully received and may be left at the Council Chamber or will- be called for by phoning 107, Things you cah not use may be useful to someone else, SO bring them along. There Wil! also be a sate of home baking and after­ noon tea served. Remember the date -—Saturday, October 21st. PAST GRAND MASTER OF ORANGE ASSOC. TO SPEAK HERE Will Address the Orangemen in the Baptist Church Sunday Evening Rt, Wor. Bro. L. H. Saunders, Past Grand Master of Ontario West Or­ ange Association, and now Field Sec­ retary oi the Association and Editor of Protestant Action, will speak in the Baptist Church on Sunday, Oct. 15th, at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Members of the Oiange Associa­ tion in and around Wingham are re­ quested to attend the evening service, meeting first in the Orange Hall at 6.30 and parading to the church. WEDDINGS Mathers - Stewart A pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Stewart on Saturday at high noon when their younger daughter, Mary W., was married to Mr. Robert S. Mathers, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Mathers. Rev. Kenneth Mac- Lean officiated, Mr. Jack Herd play­ ed the wedding music. The bride was given in marriage by her brother-in-law, Mr. E. G. Rob­ inson, wore a gown, of white bridal satin, with high waisted effect, and panel back which swept into a circu­ lar train. The sleeves were leg-o’- mutton style tapering to a point over the wrist. Her embroidered veil was caught with a cluster of gardenias and her Jbouquet was white Killarney roses and lily-of-the-valley. She wore the groom’s gift, a gold bracelet. The bridesmaid was Miss Donalda Fixter, who wore a bustle back gown of American Beauty taffeta and a flow­ ered doll hat. She carried a bouquet of Talisman rOS9>. Mr. G. W. Tiffin was groomsman. ‘ . After the reception the bridal cou­ ple left on a trip to New Yoi'lS City, the bride wearing a block boucle coat with muskrat trimming, a black felt hat and black suede accessories. Out of town guests were from London, Brussels, Arthur, Toronto, Port Burwell .Lucknow and Kincar­ dine. Aitchison - Austin On Saturday, October 7th, at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Wingham, Kathleen Grace, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Austin, Teeswater, was united in marriage to Harvey Aitchi­ son, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. Aitchison of Wingham. The Rev. E. O. Gallagher officiated at the cere­ mony. On their return from their honey­ moon, Mr. and Mrs. Aitchison will reside on Shuter Street, in Wingham. -- .......... ......... .. •____ ! Attended Funeral at Grand Valley Several carloads of friends motor­ ed to Grand Valley on Tuesday to attend the funeral of the late Mrs. W. Logan Craig. Beautify Your Home and Garden The fine stock of Genuine Dutch Bttlbs is still complete. Beautify your home with Spring Bloom during the winter months. Many varieties of Hyacinth, Tulip, Daffodil, Narcis and Croccus Bulbs at McKibbon’s Former Pastor Celebrated Mass Monsignor J. T. Blair of Toronto, former Wingham IJastor of Sacred Heart Church, made his first visit to Wingham in twenty-five years and celebrated Mass on Sunday morning. In speaking to the congregation he pointed out that he was the first resi­ dent pastor of Sacred Heart Church, previous to that it had been admin­ istered from St,- Augustine, Monsig­ nor Blair is now head of the Exten­ sion Society, arranging for missionar­ ies for the remote parts of Canada. WINGHAM L.O.L. ELECT OFFICERS The annual meeting of the Wing­ ham L.O.L. No. 794 was held on Fri­ day evening. The following is the re­ sult of the election: W. M,—-Brp. C. Higgins. D, M,— Bro. J. H, Crawford. Chap.—Bro. Rev.'E. O. Gallagher. Rec, Sec.—Bro. W. T, Miller. Fin Sec.—Bro, R. Golley. Treas.—Bro. H. H. Isard. D. of C.—'Bro, J, McDonald. 1st Leet.—Bro. A. Bell. 2nd Leet.—Bro. Rev, E. M. Loney. I. T.—'Bro. S. Tindall. Committee Bros. A. Sanderson, Dr. R. L, Stewart, G. Wray, S. Tin­ dall and O. V. Hayden. Royal-T Dance Hall Opening To- Night (Wednesday). Music by Pete Kopas. Jitney Dancing. 7 OBITUARY Mrs. W. Logan Craig Following an illness of six weeks, Jean Rea, widow of the late W. Log­ an Craig, a former editor and pub­ lisher of the Wingham Advance- Times and the Grand Valley' Star and Vidette, passed on at her apartment, 101 Lawton Blvd., Toronto, early Sunday morning, October Sth. Mrs. Craig, who was in her 69th year, was born in Eramosa Township, near Fergus. In 1896 she was mar­ ried and after residing in Fergus for a couple of years they moved to Grand Valley. In 1926 they came to Wingham where Mr. Craig passed on in 1932. For the past six years she ■has lived with her son, Dr. Marvin L. Craig, Toronto. < Mrs. Craig was a very interested and active'member of the Presbyter­ ian Church. In Grand Valley she was choir leader for many years. Her church activities were not only con­ fined to the choir as she took part in Sunday school work and the Wo­ men’s Missionary Society, of which she was a life member and a past member of the Provincial executive. Since residing in Toronto she has been a member of Toronto branch of the Health League of Canada, Women’s Division and for the past two years has been corresponding secretary of this organization. She leaves to mourn her passing, one daughter, Mrs. W. W. (Marjorie) Armstrong, of Wingham, also one son, Dr. Marvin L. Craig, of Toron­ to, and a grandson, Craig Armstrong of Wingham. One son, Rea, prede­ ceased her in 1925. Rev. H. J. PritcMrdj of Toronto, conducted a service at McDougall & Brown’s Funeral Chapel, St. Clair Ave'./ Tdronto, Monday evening. At Knox Presbyterian Church, Grand Valley, a service was held on Tues­ day afternoon with Rev. Graham Jones officiating. Interment took place in the family plot, Grand Valley Cemetery. Marion Audrey Wheeler The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wheeler, Con. 1, Mor­ ris, was called home early (Monday morning, Oct. 9th, at the age of two months and 9 days. The funeral ser­ vice was conducted by Rev. J. F. An­ derson on Tuesday afternoon, inter­ ment being made in the Bluevale Cemetery. Colin Eadie One of the pioneers of Turnberry passed away on Thursday, October 5, in the person of Colin Eadie, in his 80th year, following an illness of about six weeks. Mr. Eadie was born on the farm on which Eadie’s Church now stands, the son of the late David Eadie from whom the church receiv­ ed its name. Forty-six years ago he was married to Amanda Switzer who survives him. Besides his sorrowing widow he is survived by two- sons and two dau­ ghters, William of Holyrood, David at home, Mrs. Eldon Renwick, near Belmore, and Mrs. Charles Gathers, of Howick, also four sisters, Miss Beatrice on the homestead, Mrs. Dav­ id Wallace of Turnberry, Mrs, Halli­ day and Mrs, Blackwell, of Manitoba. The service was conducted at his late residence, Lot 14, Con. 1, Turn­ berry, on Sunday afternoon by Rev. J, F, Anderson, pastor of Wingham United Church of which he was k valued , member, The pallbearers were: Thos. Wallace, Thos. Metcalfe, Richard . Culliton, Sam Marshall* Thos. Appleby and Robt, Aitken. In­ terment was made in the Wingham Cemetery. HIGH SCHOOL AT INTER-SCHOOL FIELD MEET George Johnson Won Boys’ Inter­ mediate Championship The Wingham High School took part in the Inter-School Field Meet held at Elmira on Wednesday last,, finishing in third place, Elmira win­ ning the meet, George Johnson won the Intermed­ iate Boys' Championship finishing*? first in the 100 yd, 220 yd. and run­ ning broad jump and second in the 440. The school won the Senior Boys’ cup which is awarded to the school with the highest number of points in that class. The local winners were: Harry Posliff, 1st in the 100 yd.; Jack Bower 1st in the 220, 2nd in the 440 and third in the pole vault; Ken Jack- son, first in the high jump. Ross Thompson was third in the Intermed­ iate shot put. Important Notice to All Hydro Consumers There will be two Hydro interrup­ tions on Sunday, Oct. 15th, 6 a.m. to 9.30 a.m., and 1.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. The Ontario Hydro has considerable construction work in connection with the Wingham Sub-station equipment and these interruptions are necessary. Moved to Port Elgin Mrs. Ed. Everitt has moved her household effects to Port Elgin, where she will in future reside. Potatoes Grow in Clusters Mr. David Finley brought to our office on Saturday evening three po­ tatoes. Each potato is made up of a cluster of potatoes. , One is com­ posed of nine potatoes while the oth­ er two have six and seven. They are on display in our window. To Present Play Oct. 17th St. Paul’s A.Y.P.A. will present the play “Friday For Luck,” in conjunc­ tion with additional musical program, in St. Paul’s Parish Hall, Tuesday- evening, Oct, 17th, at 8 p.m. Tick­ ets 25c. This is the play that won the Gold Cup in the Damatic Compe­ tition for the Deanery of Huron. Don’t fail to be present. ; . Entertained at Trousseau Tea On Tuesday evening of last week Mrs. Wm. Stewart entertained at a Trousseau Tea for her daughter, Mary, who was married on Saturday. Mrs. W. Henry poured tea and was assisted by Misses Ann Geddes and. Jean Northorp. Miss Donalda FixteC displayed the trousseau and Misses Vera Fryfogle and Irlma Harrison the gifts. 44 ; i.. * ’ ’ t Teachers Visited World’s Fair ' 1 Nearly 100 teachers of this district left via special train on a pilgrimage to the New York World’s Fair. The teachers were from the inspectorates, of East and West Britce, North Hur­ on and North Wellington. The an­ nual convention routine of the Teach­ ers’ Association was held on the train while travelling and business was completed when the train arrived at New York. With Thanksgiving Day on Monday the pedagogues had a long week-end in which to visit the fair and many points of interest in_ the metropolis. School Inspector J. M. Game, of Wzalkerton, was the lead­ er in promoting this trip. WORKERS’ INSTITUTE HELD MEETING HERE The Huron Presbytery Worker’s Institute held in the Wingham United Church was well attended. The In­ stitute was under the direction of the Christian Education committee, Afternoon and evening sessions were held with the following •speak­ ers in charge: Worship, Rev. G. G. Burton; Junior work, Rev. J, F, And­ erson, Lloyd Dark; boys’ and girls’ work, Caroline Wellwood and H. J. Snell; Young People’s work, Clarence McClenaghan; leadership training, Mrs. W. Harrison, Rev. G. Hazel­ wood; Sunday School work, Rev. IL Watt; elders, Rev. R. A, Brook; Christian citizenship, Rev, J. Wilkin and Elmer Bell. The Sectional ringleaders were, Dr. C. A. Myers, Rev. H. J. Mahoney* Rev. C. E. Beaeom, Rev. J. F. And­ erson, Rev. H, Watt The Young People’s Union had charge of the worship period in. the- evening, Dr, C. A. Myers was the?, guest speaker in the afternoon.