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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1940-01-18, Page 71 Thursday, January 18, 1940 Wroxeter News and Gorrie Vidette HOWICK COUNCIL, Gprrie, January 8th, 1940 The Council elect for the year 1940 “1»et in the Township Hall, according to statute, the members were all pres- ent and took the necessary Declara tion of Office, also the Oath of Alleg iance, as follows: J. W. Gaipble, Reeve; D. L. Weir, Deputy-Reeve; E. H. Strong, Ed, McCallum and John ,“Winter, Councillors, 4A short Inaugural Service was con ducted by Rev, H. Watt and Rev. J, L. Ball. Moved by Strong and Weir that the minutes of the last regular meeting as read be adopted, Carried. Moved by McCallum and Strong that the Clerk be instructed to order eight copies of the Municipal World. -Carried. Moved by McCallum and Winter that the Reeve and the Clerk be here by authorized to sign the petition for the Statutory Grant .on road expendi tures for the year 1939. Carried. Moved by Strong and Weir that this Council meet on the Fifth day of ■each month, instead of the third Wed nesday,' as formerly. Carried, Moved by Weir and Strong that this Council be resolved into a Committee •of <the whole Council to regulate sal aries and appoint officers. Carried. The Committee reported as follows: Clerk’s salary $475.00, and $5O‘.OO for Postage ^and Stationery allowance; Treasurer’s salary^ $300.00; Assessor’s salary, $175.00; Collector E. Div. $115.00; Collector W. Div. $150.00; Medical Officer of Health, $150.00; Sanitary Inspector $1.50 per trip; Aud itors, $40.00 each; Road Supt., 35c per hour;School Attendance Officer, $65.- 00; Member Board of Health, $6.00 each; Live Stock Valuator, $1,50 per trip; Caretaker of Twp. Hall, Gorrie, $40.00; Caretaker Twp. Hall, Wrox eter, $30.00; Sec. of Board of Health, $15.00; .Weed Inspector, 30 cents per hour; Operator of power grader, 30 .cents per hour. Officers appointed — Collector, E. Div., James Walkom; Collector, W. Div.., W. C. King; Sanitary Inspector, Gordon Underwood; Auditors, A. A. Graham and E. A. Fallis; School Att. Officer, Mrs. M. C. Knight; Member of Board of Health, Herbert Collins; Live Stock Valuator, James Douglas; . Caretaker Twp. Hall, Gorrie, James Anger; Caretaker Twp. Hall, Wrox- cter, Fred Hambly; Sec. of Board of Health, Isaac Gamble; Weed Inspec tor, Ray McIntyre; Operator of pow er grader, Nelson Gowdy; Relief Of ficer, J; W. Gamble. Moved by Strong and Weir that by law No. 1 for the year 1940, regulating salaries, a's read the third time, be fin ally passed. Carried. Moved by McCallum and Winter that By-law No. 2 for the year 1940 appointing officials, as read the third time, be finally passed.- Carried. Moved by Winter and Gamble that the following bills be paid. Carried. Bert Harris, D.R.O. fees, Polling Booth and Clerk, $12.00; C. Scarffe, D.R.O. fees, Polling Booth and Clerk $12.80; Alex. Edgar Jr., D.R.O- fees and Clerk $6.00; Herbert Collins, D. R.O. fees, Polling Booth and Clerk, $12.00; J. G. Edgar, D.R.O. fees, Poll ing Boqth and Clerk $12.00; Gordon Topham, D.R.O. fees, Polling' Booth and Clerk $12.80; Robert Paulin, D. R.O. fees and Clerk $6.60; J. H. Rog ers, salary as Treasurer 1939, $300.00; Isaac Gamble, Postage and Stationery allowance, 1939, $50.00; Jsaac Gamble, part salary as Clerk, $85.00; County Treas., hospital expenses for Isabel Watson .85; County Treas., hospital expenses for Jacol> Smith $78.75; Mun. World, Election supplies $10.16; J. H. Rogers, -servicing street lights, Fordwich $78.40; J. H. Rogers, bulbs, etc., for- Fordwich shed lights $4.50; Frank King, refund of dog tax, due to error $2.00; How, Mun. Tel, System, telephone in Clerk’S Office .and tolls, $17.20; Rich. Griffith, shovelling snow off shed in, Wroxeter $3.20; T. A. Roberts, Printing cards and hand bills $10.90;; Gorrie Christmas Tree Fund, grant $10.00; Wroxeter Christmas Tree Fund, grant $5.00; Relief for De cember $65,19. Road Expenditures Gordon Wright, snow roads $7,60; Garnet Wright, snow roads $1,00; W. Cgudle, brushing $1,00; Rich Griffith, rep/ to “culvert, $7.00; Snow roads: Robt. Sanderson .40, J. Cowan $1,20, George Ashton .80, Cecil Wilson $1.- 80; Wm. Wilson $3.00; John (Mont gomery, Road Supt. salary $30,10; N, Gowdy, operating power grader $11.- 10; John Finlay, »snow roads $15,80; J. H. Rogers, salt for weed killer, 1939 $6.45; Charlotte v Spotton, stone for maintenance $1.00; D. D. Sanderson, snow roads .30; Allen Griffith, snow roads .60. ■ Moved by Winter .and McCallum that this Council do now adjourn to meet in the United Church Hall, Ford-r W’ich, on the fifth day of February, or at the call of the Reeve. Carried. Isaac Gamble, Clerk. , GORRIE Mr. Emerson, who had spent some time witn relatives in Detroit, return ed last week to the home of his dau ghter, Mrs. Downey, and Mr. Down ey. Miss, Janet Watson ‘spent the week end at the home of her mother, Mrs. B. Watson, of Brussels. " * Born—In Howick on Friday, Jan. 12th, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm.. Austin, a son. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. King and son, Earle, spent Sunday at the home Mr. -and Mrs. Thomas MacDonald, Moleswor,th, of of Former Resident Passes The death occurred in Teeswater on Friday, January 12tli, of Alma Shier, only daughter of Mrs. J. F. Pratt and' .the late L.‘ E. Shier, of Port Elgin. Funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. Pratt on Sunday, Janu ary 14fh. The deceased spent her girl hood days in Gorrie as it will be re membered that the late L. E. Shier conducted a drug store here. The sympathy of the community is extend ed to Mrs. Pratt at this time. TESTING TANKS ALSO TESTS THE CANADIANS WHO’LL OPERATE THEM ANY WEATHER, ANY ROAD They don’t stick to the highways, these tanks from the arihored fighting vehicle school at Camp Borden. Nor do they care whether the path they take is covered with snow or ice. which was very much enjoyed by those'present.' After the close of the meeting a very enjoyable lunch was Served by'the hostess and committee in charge. YOUR EYES NEED ATTENTION Our 25 Point Scientific Examin ation enables us to give you Clear, Comfortable Vision F. F. HOMUTH Optometrist .. Phone 118 Harriston ■ Ladies* Aid Met Last Week The Ladies’ Aid of the Presbyterian' Church met last week at the home of Mrs; Gordon Mundell. In the absence of the president, Mrs. Irwin, the chair was taken by Mrs. Burns Stewart, the vice president. The meeting opened with a hymn followed by the Lord’s Prayer in unison. Miss McLaughlin read the Scripture lesson which was taken Rom the 20th chapter of Revel ation. The business of the afternoon was then dealt with, aftaj- which Sev eral of the members gave very inter esting readings. Miss Acheson closed the meeting .Svith i>rayer after which a dainty lunch was served by hostess and a social hour was enjoyed, A.Y.P. Enrolled New Members The regular meeting of the A.Y.P. A, of St. StCplien’s Church was held on Wednesday evening of last week at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Ed. Bol ton, The meeting was opened by. the singing of a hymn followed by pray ers by Rev. J. L. Ball and the Lord’s Prayer in unison. The Scripture’les- INSTITUTE TO WORK WITH RED CROSS On Wednesday, the Women’s Insti tute of Gorrie met at the home of Mrs. A. L. Stephens with a large at tendance. The president presided and the meeting opened with the Institute Ode and Lord’.s Prayer in unison. The minutes were approved as read. Am ong the items of business was their decision to work with one, of the local Red Cross societies, for the present application will be made to obtain reg istration under the War Charities Act. These committees, will begin work as soon as can be arranged/ The program consisted of a discus sion on the War Charities Act, lead by Mrs; J. Cathers. A number of True and False questions pertaining to Leg-, islation were presented by the presi dent, which brought out many points of interest. Mrs. J. G. Mundell read “The Old and the New” from Pat ience Strong’s book “The Sunny Life”, Suitable poems were, read by Mrs. R. W. N. Wade, whose poem was in keeping with the roll call Duty in the Community.” King read a poem with New Year’s thought. Dinsmore -favored numbers. The treasurer, closed with ‘ the gave a full report of the Christmas Tree fund, and it was decided to post these reports in places of business here, During the social half hour the hostess, assisted by iMr§< A, Galbraith, and Mrs. J. Hutchison, served a. dainty lunch. with “A Citizen’s ' Mrs. W. C. a beautiful Miss Nellie two musical the meetingafter National Anthem, Nothing seems to.dampen the love of the tank men- for their iron-clad buggies. In sub-zero weather they have been bouncing over .the snow? covered country around Camp Bord en. ' The heavy tanks pound their way smoothly through snowdrifts, smash down brush and small trees in their path. On concrete they speed along at 40 miles per hour... Each day re cruits are out across the countryside in practice runs. A memory verse from niy school days. Every member to wear some very old article or pay 5c fine. Com munity singing of old songs. Histor ical talk. Bring an article that be longed to grandparents to exhibit. Hostesses: Mrs. Rae, Mrs. Brown, ited the Gorrie club on Thursday af ternoon for.friendly games. Fordwich: J. Wallace, R. Marshall, A. Roberts, E. Denny (skip) 4. Cor rie; E. Parish, K.“ Hastie, J. Cathcrs, J. Douglas (skip) 10. Fordwich: C. Perce, G. Hargrave, E.„ Williams, C. Harris (skip) 11. Gorrie: E. Bricker, A. Toner, M. Nash, B. Maguire (skip) Totals—Fordwich 15, Gorrie 19.». Mission Band Elects The Goiirie? United Church Mission Band met on Thursday afternoon with an attendance of sixteen. Following the opening exercises the Installation of officers was conducted by Mrs. E. Whitfield. The new officers are as follows: President, Mac, Hutchison; Vice Pres., Erland Gregg; Sec., Greta Hyndman; Treas., Wilma Heibein; World Friend Sec., Mary Ritchie; Temperance Sec., Pauline Heinmiller, George Gregg. After the installation ceremony several members participait- ed in the worship service, which was followed by further study of the book "With Shera in India.” An activity period supervised by Miss Lennox was enjoyed. The meeting closed with the Friendship Circle, lovely lunch served by Mrs. Watt. OBITUARY Mrs. W. C. Montgomery Anne Williamson, widow of the late W. C. Montgomery, passed suddenly away of a heart attack at her home on’the 2nd con. of Howick' on Friday, Jan. 12th. She was in her 73rd year. She leaves to mourn her passing two daughters and three sons, Mrs. Rum sey, Toronto; Mrs. Askew, Toronto; Roy of Toronto; Elgin at home, and Frank, of Florida. Rev. J. F. Ball conducted the funeral service at her late residence on Sunday afternoon. Burial in Gorrie Cemetery. WROXETER is the MONUMENTS at first cost Having our factory equipped with the most modern machinery for the exe cution of high-class work, we hsk you td see the largest display ofl monu-, rr;tvcr Hi uittisw*** ****** SWT's**-x-— -—-r , ments of any;retail’ factorym Ontario.!^ hy Leonard Sanderson. All finished by sand blast machines. I new members.. were enrolled, roughs “You can save all local deal-^ty-fivc, Next meetmg is to be held at era’, agents’ and middleman profits by heme of Mr, and Mrs. Norman seeing Us. Wade on January 24. The social part E» J. Skelton & Son M the evening was in charge of Rev, at West EndBridge—WALKERTON J< t. Ball, Who directed a beetle drive j Wade on January 24. The social part of the evening was in charge of Rev, airend on ,The first and the The Gorrie Cruling Club is hold ing a Bonsfiiel at the Tc>cat Thursday evening, Jan. 18, draw is called, for. 9,30 ayrtt. second draw, for 12.30 p.nj. ...Mr, Jack Newton,.who'had been bi Sarnia for some time, returned home last week .The annual meeting of the Gorrie Habile Library will be held on Satur- day.’afternoon, Jan. 20, in the .Library, Gorrie Curlers Won, Two rinks of Fordwich cutlers vis- Gorrie Young People’s Union The regular meeting of the Gorrie Y.P.U. was held at the parsonage lasit week with Mr. Watt in charge. The meeting opened with two contests by Mr. Watt and a talk on the “prepara tion of a good .worship service.” The hymn “Jesus calls us, o’er the tumult” was sung after which was prayer by Mr. Watt. The 1st verse of t'Oj Mas ter, let me walk with Thee” and the Scripture was taken in two parts by Reita Galloway and Betty Edwards ■taken from Mark 1: 14-22 and 29-38. Two poems were read by Lloyd Hock ridge and Bus Ruttan, “All the way my Saviour leads me” was sung and Mr. Watt conducted an interesting talk on “How well do We know Jesus” after which all united in prayer. Jan et Watson, the president, then took charge of the business. The minutes were read and adopted and the roll call answered. It was moved by Jack Thornton and seconded by Margaret Dane that Lloyd Hoekridge and Mr, Walt be auditors of the treasurer’s book. If was moved by Lloyd Hock ridge and seconded by Jack Thornton that the membership fee be 10c. Sides were chosen by Janet Watson and Bus Ruitan and the meeting closed with a Miss Nicklin, of Millbank, new assistant of Mr. J. H. Wylie, ait Howick Insurance Co. Office. We welcome Miss Nicklin to our village. Mrs. D. Percival Hainstock and Helen Hainstock, Shaunanon, Sask., were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. S. MacNaughton last week. Mrs. N. T. “McLaughlin, of Wingham, was also a guest at the MacNaughton home. Mr. Cliff Denny, Toronto, was a week-end guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Vernon Denny. Congratulations to Campbeii, Listowel, known here and who (or Council in his municipal politics. Mr. Robertson, of Ladies' Guild Elect Mrs. J. L. Ball, Gorrie“Rectory, op ened her* home for the January meet ing of the Ladies’ Guild of St. James’ Anglican Church, Wroxeter. The meeting Was opened by prayer by the Rector, Rev. J, L. Ball. The president Mrs. Waller, was in charge and fol lowing ,the devotional period, there was a discussion on the various phas es of the work of the Guild. The var ious reports were received from the Sec.-Treas., Mrs. G. Paulin Sr., splen did progress being made during the year. The Rector then conducted the election of officers for 1940: Honor ary Pres., Mrs. Agnes Earls; Presi dent, Mrs. H. Waller; Vice Pres., (Mrs. Robert McMichael; Sec.-Treas., Mrs. George Paulin Sr,; Auditors, Robert Paulin, Harry Waller. The meeting was closed with prayer. The hostess served refreshments and a social hour was enjoyed by tho.se present. .. Women’s Missionary Society The first meeting of the W, M. S. for the New Year was held in the church school room on Thursday af ternoon, Jan. 11th. Mrs. Robt. Stocks conducted the devotional period, op ened with the New Year’s hymn “Standing on the portal” fdllowed by Scripture lesson and prayer. Each member contributed a number to the programme^ Mrs. B. Cook gave a reading “The Auxiliary Meets Today.” Mrs. Grant read a prayer hymn writ ten by a young girl. Mrs. A. J. Sand erson gave a report of the Mission Band Bale which was sent to North ern Ontario prior to the Christmas season. A letter of appreciation was read by Mrs. Sanderson from those receiving the bale. Mrs. Wearring read the words of the beautiful old hymn “Father, I now that all my life is portioned out for me, And the changes that are sure to-come, I do not fear to see.” Mrs. Stocks read a letter from an absent member, Mrs. A. Stutt, who is spending the winter season with Cleveland friends. A hymn “Unto the hills” was sung. During the business period a com mittee was appointed to make plans for the Day of Prayer which will be observed next month. The closing hymn “Take time to be holy” and prayer by Mrs. Wearring closed an in teresting meeting. all bemg made from coarsely ground hard wheat flour to which is added sl small quantity of .boiling water. Me chanically the mixture is .thoroughly blended, then kneaded, and finally em erges from a perforated plate in the forms which are sold Under different, names. Steel pins in the centre of each hole in the plate gave the tubes of macaroni their hollow form. Spa ghetti is pressed through smaller hol es without pins, and vemicelli through very.small hole£ Noodles or ribbon varieties pass through flat openings in place of holes, while some flat fan cy shapes are cut from thin sheets of the dough. Noodles, sold as egg noodles, contain egg in addition to the flour, , These flour products are popular fare in Canadian homes, especially during the cold months pf the year. Served alone they, would be too bland for most tastes, but combined with highly seasoned sauces, or with pi quant flavoured food such as cheese, they mak’e dishes hard to excel in palatability. In cooking macaroni and similar foods, boiling salted water should be used in sufficient quantity ‘to allow for the amount which will be absorb ed. When tender, drain a colander and pour cold water over the cooked, food. The following suggestions for sup per dishes are given by the Home Ec onomists, Dominion Department of Agriculture: Baked Macaroni iy2 2 1 1 1 % 2 cups uncooked macaroni tbsp, butter tsp. mustard tsp. salt cup grated cheese cup chopped pimento cups hot milk Pinch cayenne Chopped parsley Cook macaroni in boiling salted wa ter until tender. Drain. Place a lay er of macaroni in well buttered bak ing dish. Mix butter, mustard, salt, cheese, pimento and cayenne. Sprin kle macaroni with cheese mixture. Add another layer of macaroni, sprin kle with cheese mixture and repeat until ingredients are all used. Pour hot milk over macaroni. Bake in a moderate oven (350. degrees F.) until macaroni absorbs most of the milk. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before, serving. Spaghetti Creole 2 cups uncooked spaghetti 3 tbsp, butter or other fat 1 1 3 2 small onion, finely chopped cup celery, chopped (may be omitted) tablespoons flour cups tomato juice Salt and pepper tsp. Worcestershire sauce cup grated cheese Mr. Lome who is well- beaded the poll first attempt in the local C. S. staff, has been ill during the past week. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery, Mrs, Breckenridge has beeh very sick. Wc hope for some improvement soon. Mr,‘ and Mrs. Neil Carr have moved to Wingham for the winter months, Presentation Mrs, Wilbur Fralick (nee Aileen Schaab) was in (town during the past two weeks assisting Mr. J. H, Wylie at the Insurance Office. Before leav ing on Friday, on behalf of her many friends in Wroxeter and vicinity, Mrs. Fralick was presented with a Kitchen Set of ivory and black Famous Enam el Ware. During ten years spent in our village Mrs. Fralick has been a popular and highly esteemed young lady. While we regret her leaving, our good wishes are extended to both she and her husband, for many years of happy married life. 1 1 Cook Spaghetti in boiling salted water.. When tender, drain. Cook on ion and celery in melted fat. Add, flour and cook until flour is browned. Then add tomato juice. Stir until sauce thickens. Add Worcestershire sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over spaghet ti and sprinkle with grated cheese. Note.—1 cup chopped mushrooms or chicken livers is a tasty addition .to the sauce. ' Oxtail Noodles oxtails tbsp, lard : cups canned tomatoes cups water small onion, chopped tbsp, celery, chopped . • tbsp, parsley, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Dash Cayenne cup uncooked noodles 2 4 2 2 1 1 1 1 Wash and cut oxtails in three-inch, pieces. Brown in lard. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and cayenne. Add bay leaf, water, parsley, celery, onion and tomatoes. Cover tightly and simmer about 3 hours or until tender. Cook noodles in boiling salted water. Drain. Place on hot platter. Pour over n.ood,- les the oxtails- and sauce. Red Cross Executive Met , A meeting of the Red Cross Exec utive was held at the home of Mrs. J, Adams last week. Materials for sewing" and knitting have been order ed and it is hoped the work will get under way in a few days. , Hockey Notes Two hockey games were played in the local rink during the past week, Fordwich boys came over on Monday night, defeating the local gang *M. Oh Friday night the Harriston club came over for a game, The score ended 10- 5 in favor of Harriston, "You ain’t one of them fellows who drop their tools and scoot as soon as knock-off blows, are you?*’ “Not me, Why, £ often have tex wait five minutes after T'.put my tools away before the whistle blows?* F°RDMOTE1S Women’s Institute to Meet Feb, 1st The February meeting of the W, L will be held Oh Thursday afternoon, Feb, 1st, 3 ptm.s at the homo of Mrs. J, H. Wylie, Mrs. Denny will have charge of current events.' Roll Call- TESTED RECIPES Macaroni and Kindred Products Macaroni, spaghetti, noodles and vermicilU are dose relatives in the food family. 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