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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1940-04-04, Page 81tWw-’ WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES Thursday, April 4 th, 1040t> Spring Coats HOLD THE Tailored Suits WOMEN THIS SHOE DR. H.W. LOCKE SANDING JAMESTOWN Hardwood Floors ST. HELENS Mission Band Paster Social Members of the Mission Band of the United Church, mtmberliig about twenty-five enjoyed an Easter Social We make: them like new. Best and' Latest Electric Equip­ ment “The Red Winged Black Bird” by Miss Wetherald. Miss Dorothy Ait­ ken played a piano number “Song of India.” We will gladly furnish estimates on alL grades of Hardwood Flooring, Ifinished complete. Prophecy Made; Plain Subject for Sunday;. 7t p;tn. Mount Zion; The 144,600 f The Everlasting Gospel;; Christ’s: Hammer and Sickle;. Makes Old; Floors New No Dust — No Muss Have Your Hardwood1 Floors Resurfaced. Invites: You; to Hear SUNDAY EVENING! SERIES! ’ Qhi SPOTLIGHT w t*AGE EIGHT Show Starts at 8.00 p.m. Except Saturday Saturday Night, Two Shows 7.45 and 9.45 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, April 4th, Sth, 6th WALLACE BEERY VIRGINIA GREY CHESTER MORRIS thunder Afloat’ A story of mighty meh who risked their lives against a hidden enemy. Also “Cartoon” and “News” ’ Matinee Saturday Afternoon at 2.30 p.m. Matinee Admission, Adults 20c, Children 10c. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, April 8th, 9th, 10th SPECIAL ----- BARBARA ADOLPHE WILLIAM STAWYCMEUJOUHOLDEH Also “Cartoon” Admission: Adults 35c, Children 20c. I WHITECHURCH Miss Norma Weatherhead, Normal ■student, from St. Helens, is assisting' at S.S. No. 14, W. Wawanosh, this .week. Many in this district marvelled at She wonderful display of the Northern Lights last Friday evening. The old hotel property in the vil- 'lage was sold last Saturday to the 'City Sales Service, who have men' •liere this week, pulling down the old ' building, and they intend to erect a ■ fine -modern garage. Mr. Garnet Far- • Her, Who used the building for his 1 bee supplies, moved his workshop to HASELGROVE’S LONDON STYLE PIPE The pipe without an equal. 50c Omar Haselgrove’s Smoke Shoppe the old creamery. A few from here attended the fun­ eral of the late Mr. A. H. Musgrove ‘ in. Wmgham on Saturday. Mr. Mus­ grove was a former teacher at S.S. No. 10, KinlOss, and many were pre­ vented from attending his funeral by the bad roads. However, this com­ munity extends sympathy to the be­ reaved family. Mr. Leask'McGee has been making a steady improvement during the past few week’s. The young people of the Presbyter­ ian Church held their weekly meeting on Monday night with Miss Velma Scott in charge. Mr. James Wilson read the Scripture lesson and Miss Annie Kennedy led in Prayer. Rev. J. Pollock gave an interesting talk on the Bible and Christian Religion, Miss Velma Scott gavb an interestinng talk on the Grenfell Mission, Labrador, and Miss Janet Craig gave a paper of Dr. Margaret Strang; Savage, the med­ ical missionary of the Peace/ River- District. The congregation of the:' Presbyterian .Church. will hold their Anniversary Service on Sunday, May 26th, with ReV. Gordon Rintoul of Toronto as special speaker. Mr. Rin­ toul is a nephew of Mr. Wm. Pur do it and is well-known in this district. Hanna s SPRING COATS Now Is the time to buy a New Spring Coat. This store is showing the New Spring Shades in semi-fitting or Swagger Style* in all wool, nobby, diagonal serge or tweed effects. Moderately Priced from $14.95 to $29.50 SPORTS SUITS The new Sports model you will be delighted to see and*; wear;. In smart Tweed and Plaid effects. All Wool. $6.95 to $16.95 POPULAR DRESSES Must new in smart printed synthetic Silk in all shades,, very pretty'.style. .Sizes 11 to 44. Price $5.95 HATS For the Junior, in bright Reds, Tans, Rose and Btues. J Popular Price $2.50 Ladies* Hats in the softer tones, suitable head sizes. $2.95 to $6.95 BOTANY WOOL PULLOVERS Six different styles and colours made of the finest yarns. Pricedefrom $2,25 to $3.95 Hanna’s Ladies’ Shop Miss Elizabeth Mirehouse spent the week-end with her aunt, Mrs. .Robert Ross, and Mr. George Ross, Toronto, spent the Easter holidays with his parents here. Mrs. (Rev.) G, Q, Cox and daugh­ ter, Do‘nna, of Matheson, who have been visiting at the home of her par­ ents, Mr, and Mrs. Map Ross, left on Monday, accompanied by her sister, Miss Olive Terift, to spend a few days in Toronto. Mr. Alec Inglis, who ^enlisted in Nova Scotia, is spending a few days here at the home of hi sparents, Mr. and Mrs, Thos, Inglis, Mr, Nat Thompson returned to his regiment at Stratford on Tuesday af­ ter spending two weeks at his home here. Miss Bertha Mackay; of Toronto, spent the Easter week-end at the home of her parents, Mr, and Mrs. Hector Mackay, * Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Wheeler, Mor­ ris, spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Robinson, who that day, celebrated the 55th anniver­ sary of their wedding. Mrs. Alec Mowbray, who for the past few months has lived at the home of hej nephew, Mr. John Mowbray, passed away on Thursday morning af­ ter suffering a stroke during the prev­ ious evening. After a service at the home on Friday, conducted by Rev, J. Pollock, the remains were sent to her home at Great Falls, Montana, where two sons and ‘two daughters survive her. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Pollock re­ turned on Sunday to their home here after spending the holidays with their people at. Pine River. ■ Miss Lorna McClenaghan, of Glen­ coe, spent the week-end with her par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben McClenaghan. Misses Winnifred and Olive Farrier returned to their schools at Toronto on Sunday, with Miss Olive Alton, of Lucknow, after spending the holidays with their parents, Mr. and Mrs.. W. R, Farrier. The W.M.S. of the United Church held a tea at the home of Mrs. Mac Ross on Thursday last, and at the home of Mrs. Chas. Martin this Wed­ nesday. The mission band are, holding a social evening this Friday. The Division Line and the 9th -con. of E. Wawanosh were ploughed out early Monday mo.rning, with the big­ caterpillar plough. The .other small ones were taken off the roads as the drifts were too* heavy for them. • Quite a number attended the meet­ ing at the Presbyterian Church’ last Thursday evening when Miss Fells of Wingham, presented th‘e lantern slid­ es and lecture of the Passion Play. The Purdon families were in attend­ ance at the funeral qf Mrs, Albert Stein, of Ashfield, on Tuesday after­ noon. She- had been 'ill for quite a while. Besides her 'husband she leav­ es to mourn her a grown family of one son, Lloyd, and three married daughters., - Mrs. Gibson and children, Shirley and Donald’, of Niagara Falls, -were visiting last week with her. parents, Mr. and Mrs.. J. F. McLean. Miss Doris McClenaghan returned from her position at Pine River Tues­ day evening. Quite a crowd’ gathered at the In­ stitute; Hall on1’ Friday evening to en­ joy the amateur program, witli Mr. Chas. Tiffin acting as Master of Cere­ monies. A good’ program was well appreciated by all. The winners of the class from 4 to 12‘ were, Shirley Gib­ son and Douglas Spalling; in the 12 to> IS class, Clifford Farrier who sang, and Joe and Dan Tiffin, who* played the violin and guitar; and in the old­ er people's .class, Jack Gillespie, who gave a viojin selection and Mrs. Har­ old Currie, who gave a whistling solo, following the program dancing Was enjoyed until closing time.' The priz­ es were given out and fancy handker­ chiefs were presented to each one.of those taking part in the junior class. A vote of thanks were given to Mr. Tiffin, and to Mrs. Emerson, who as­ sisted him. BLUEVALE in the .Sunday School room under the leadership of the leader, Mrs. C. Tav­ ener. An interesting feature of the programme was a treasure hunt when all the children found Easter eggs. ■Young People Had Fine Meeting At the meeting of the Y.P.U. of the United Church on Friday evening, George Hetherington presided in the absence of the president. Miss Gladys Colclough read the Scripture and Rev, C, Tavener offered prayer. iMrs. M, L, Aitken gave a paper on the life of Ethelwyn Wetherald, Canadian poet­ ess, whosd-death occurred recently at Fenwick. Miss Helen Thomson read /It's one of our smart, new Dr. Locke s on the famous Number Last that brings you Dr, Locke's unique scien­ tific features without being in the least "scientific looking.” Perfect fit­ ting and perfectly fitted by our trained Dr. Locke Shoe experts. • 1 . exclusive with GREER’S “The Good Shoe Store” Former Resident Died at Toronto Word has been received here of the death in Toronto-bf a former resident of Bluevale in the person of William John Diment. Mr. Diment was born I at Bluevale, the eldest son of the late [Mr. and Mrs. John Diment He at­ tended school here and when a young man moved with his parents to Tor­ onto. Ee married Miss Lottie Cook of Clinton’, and for many years lived in Chicago. He returned to Toronto last summer in failing health. He is survived by his wife, three sisters, Mrs. Jennie Brown, Mrs. Margaret Young and Mrs. Lillian McKnight, and two brothers, T, H. and Percy Di* ment of Toronto. The funeral was held from his late residence, 128B Foxborough Street West, on Monday, April 1st. Interment in Park Lawn Cemetery. J The; Baptist Church Norman Rintoul Phone 251W. ■ (l Children’s, Misses’ and Wo­ men’s Lines — smart models for all, New style trends with slend- . er waists for Misses, Women’s , coats expertly tailored in materials, Children’s,coat sets up-to-the-minute Junior styles. One of the best spring , investments, for as­ sured style and serv­ ice, is a tailored suit. Stock models in trim navy or black 18.50 up Made to measure 23.50 to 29.95 fine in CHILDREN’S SETS 4.75 to 12.95 MISSES’ AND WOMEN’S" ... 10.50 up Institute Annual April 11th The Women’s Institute will hold their annual meeting on Thursday, April 11th, at the home of Miss Duff. Roll Call—Some Benefit I have de­ rived from the Women’s Institute dur-, ing the year, and paying fees. Report of Secretary-Treasurer.’ President’s address. Reading “An Unfailing Cure” by Mrs.. W. H. McKinney. Reports of Convenors of Standing. Committees. Report of >Nominating, committee,, by Mrs., St. N..‘ Gallaher;, convenor. Elec­ tion of Officers. Visitors, are always welcome- Members are asked to make an effort to. be present................— •was held with the president, Mr. E. W. Rice in the chair. Isobel Miller read the Scripture lesson and Mrs. Ride gave a reading “Morning Pray­ er.” The topic on “Modern Friends of Jesus” was taken by E. W. Rice. Work forwarded to the Red Cross Secure. Yarn, from Mrs.. Arthur Shaw . The. ladies of. this, community are grateful, to Mrs. Arthur. Shaw for her ■ interest and effort in. Red Cross, work, Mrs,. Shaw has secured, yarn from the . Red Cross ’Society a.t Wingham. and ' distributed it among, Local women. She ‘ has. returned the following, .finished ar- . tides;. 6. prs. pajamas, 2. pr. wristlets, 8 Scarfs, 64 pr. socks, and 1 pullover ' sweater. Mrs. Mary Robertson and. ■ Mrs. Wettlaufer are now cutting gar­ ments which can, b.e secured at any 1 time by anyone who. is- willing to sew. | The wonk is beinug, sponsored by the local; Women’s Institute. Mrs. Shaw has- charge of the* yarn. Miss Irene ancl Stanley Grainger left for Toronto, on Saturday alter having spent the. past week at their home here. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wright visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Warwick. Mr. Ed. Jacklin is not very well at present, suffering from a heart attack. The Jamestown Patriotic Circle are having a Social Evening in Victoria Hall, Friday evening, April 12th. Lunch will be served. . New Tailored Dresses and Sportswear — Out­ standing 2-piece num­ bers < in Alpine cloth and wool faille, j dress and suit styles 6.50 up Separate Skirts - 2.95 New spring wool pull­ overs - 1.95, 2.95 up , by the Women’s Institute in March included: 1 sweater, 6 pair socks, 1 scarf, 2 doz. towels, 3 doz. gauze handkerchiefs,’9 pr. bootees and 3 hel­ mets, also $5.00 for Finnish relief. $5 was also given to the Salvation Army Red Shield Fund. ARE YOUR SYRUP PANS AND SAP BUCK­ ETS IN GOOD CONDITION? Now is the time to have them repaired. Syrup Pans Made to Order. MACHAN BROS. Phone 58.Wmgham, Ont PHONE 161 PROMPT DELIVERY I TIP TOP10c Tin I GOLDEN CORN.......10c Tin Extra Special Price PLAIN OLIVES 29c 1....- - - ............ ' ■ EYES EXAMINED GLASSES FITTED- AT MODERATE PRICES. R. A. Reid R. 0. Eyesight Specialist Wingham Office At Williams' Jewelrv Store Every Wednesday Morning 9 to noon. There was a splendid attendance at the Pot Luck Supper held in the Un­ ited Church on Wednesday evening under the auspices of the Women’s Missionary Society. The tables were inviting with their abundance of good things including escalloped potatoes, baked beans, and macaroni as the main course. Rev, G, A. Barnard act­ ed as chairman for the program which included community singing, solos', by Mr. Mochtie and duets by Miss Winnie Barnard and Mr. E. W. Rice. The main feature was a won- ddrful address by Mrs. Barnard on the Phillipine Islands where she and Mr. Barnard spent several years as mis­ sionaries. Miss Helen Xhom, Reg. N., of Pet- etboro, is a. visitor at her home here. School re-opened on Monday for the final term with Mr, Tom Wilson of Whitechurch as principal, and Miss Beatrice McQuillin, assistant. Th‘e be­ ginners’ class included Lois Webb and Jean McPherson. The weekly meeting of the Y.P.U. FOUR O’CLOCK BLACK TEA..... j BUTTERNUT PEA-69c. Lb. j NUT BUTTER ........ 2 Lbs. 25c Special Old Towlrte Redeem Your Palmolive Coupons . 2 Cakes FREE With SUPERSUbS ... Free—Utility Bowl—Free Kellogg’s Corn Flakes 3^-25c MAPLE LEAP PURE LARD ..10c Lb, I CALUMET BAKINGI POWDER.......19c 12-Oz. tin . Maple Leaf Headcheese ,,,,... 18c Lb. 25c Doz. California new carrots 2 Large Bchs, iso California CHOICE LEMONS ... 23c Doz. SWEET JUICY ORANGES ----- FRESH CRISP CELERY.................. 15c Bunch Our Cooked and Cured Meats are Fresh'and are under Clean and Sanitary Refrigeration. Sliced as you desire.