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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1941-04-03, Page 5Thursday^ April 3rd, 1941 WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES LOCAL AND PERSONAL OBITUARY at St. Thomas with burial taking place in Ingersol Cemetery. APRS — To Lieut, and Mrs. Eric C. Apps (nee Gladys Robertson), at Kenora General Hospital, on Wed­ nesday, March 26th, a son—Charles Robert. Thomas. Pie was a brother-in-law of Mr. PI. B. Elliott. He belonged to the First Church of Christ, Scientist, and was a member of the A.F. & A.M. He left Wingham over thirty years ago. He is survived by his wife, a dau­ ghter, Mrs. Dorothy Edwards, Fort Erie; two brothers and four sisters. The funeral service was held Monday Mayor and Mrs, J. H. Crawford were Toronto visitors for a few days last week. , Mr. W. W. Armstrong was a visitor with his sister, Mrs. F. H, Dawson, at Peterboro last week. Mr. Ernest Buchanan, of Toronto, was a week-end visitor with Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Wilkinson. A.C. John JPreston, of Toronto, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F, O, Preston. Miss Sara MacLean visited with her sister, Miss Agnes MacLean, in Tor­ onto, for a few days last week. Major Watson, of the Red Cross Society, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. R, PI, Lloyd over the week-end. Mr, and Mrs. Clarence Wilson, St, Thomas, were week-end visitors with llis mother, Mrs. J. Wilson, Edward Street. Miss Betty Lloyd, of Alma College, St. Thomas, visited with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Lloyd, over the week-end. gram .on Historical Research. Roll I Call—Great Mothers of History, Mr. Jack Newton, R.C.A.F., who has been transferred to Ottawa, from Tor­ onto, visited his home here before re­ porting in Ottawa on Saturday. Major Watson, of the Red Cross Headquarters, addressed th^ executive of Wroxeter, Fordwich and Gorrie in the Township Hall here on Saturday, explaining the quota system and also displaying a sample box being sent to prisoners of war in German-occupied countries. Mr.and Mrs, F, Dowdell and dau­ ghter, of Toronto, spent the week-end with the latter’s parents, Mr, and Mrs. John Hyndman. The Easter dance-being held in the Township Hall here on East Monday night is being sponsored by the Cent­ ral Red Cross group. BORN GORRIE PAGE FIVE Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wade spent a couple of days in Toronto last week. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest King visited with friends in Fordwich one day last week. Mr. and Mrs. C. Michel and baby Karen Dell, spent Thursday with friends in Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs. Avery visited Monday last with the former’s sister in Monk­ ton. . LAC. Dick Jones, of Durham, and Bill Butt, of London, both .former res­ idents here, called on friends Thurs­ day. Mr. and Mrs. David. Dane, Toronto, were recent guests of the latter’s par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Wade. Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Edgar were Kitchener visitors on Thursday last. Miss Taylor, who has spent the past few months with her sisters, Mrs. Knowlson and Miss Nora Taylor, has returned to her home in Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs. Ira McLean and dau­ ghters, of St. Thomas, spent the week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. W. C. King. Sergt. R. G. Newton, of Kitchener, spent the week-end at his home here. Mr. and Mrs. Michel who purchased the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Edgar Jr., have had the hydro installed and moved in on Monday of this week. The euchre party held on Thursday night in the Township Hall under the auspices of the Central Red Cross Group was very successful, fifteen tables playing. The prizes, war sav­ ings stamps, were won by Mrs. Robert Harrison and Mr. William Wilson, of Fordwich. For the dance the Gorrie jOrchestra donated the music for the cause, for which the group were grate- St. Stephen’s Auxiliary The regular meeting of St. Stephen’s Women’s Auxiliary was held Thurs­ day afternoon last at the home of Mrs. Isaac Wade with a good attendance. During the afternoon the ladies work­ ed at piecing a quilt after which a short devotional meeting was conduct­ ed by the President, Mrs. Holmes, The Roll Call was answered by thoughts on /Temptation, and the Scripture reading, “Christ’s tempta­ tion in the wilderness” read by Mrs. Norman Wade. Mrs. W. King read a poem “Life's Lessons” and Mrs. Holmes gave a splendid talk on the theme and reminding us that Jesus is always reading to help us when we are tempted or tried beyond our own strength. The Members’ Prayer and Lord’s Prayer were repeated in uni­ son, and the President gave the clos­ ing prayers. Statements of the St. Patrick Supper and Bazaar showed it was very successful. A few articles left from the bazaar were also sold. A lovely lunch was then served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. N. Wade, while a social hour was enjoyed. The DUNLOP SHOE fits my slender foot Are you one whose foot is so slender you’ve about despaired of having it accurately fitted? Take heart ! We have just your size, and in the shoe you want most, On the contrary, if your foot is ... , ahem . . . . on the chubby side . . we can fit you, too, in shoes that do miracles toward minimizing size. What­ ever your size, whatever your preference, whatever you bud­ get . . . come along and let us fit you. And since you really NEED new shoes .. come along today! CHILDREN’S SHOES We have the famous Health Shoe for Children, the make of shoe worn by the Dionne Quints. Growing feet require special care - have them fitted with these wonder shoes. $ • • Dunlop’s Shoe Store “The Home of Good Shoes” ASHFIELD Spring must be getting a little near­ er to the corner, for the robins are here, and the farmers who have maple bushes have tapped the trees and are making syrup. The W.M.S. of Hackett’s United Church was held last Thursday after­ noon at the home of Mrs. Elmer Al­ ton with a splendid turn-out of mem­ bers and visitors. Mrs. Irving Zinn explained a few chapters from the study book. Miss Grace Campbell sang a solo, accompanied on the or­ gan by her mother. Mrs. Elmer Alton and Mrs. Albert Alton led in prayer. Mrs. Adam Johnstone read the Scrip­ ture. Plans were made for our 40th anniversary, to be held in May. W'e are very sorry to hear that Mrs. Charlie Robb, near Laurier, is in the Wingham Hospital, suffering with a broken hip and pleural pneumonia. We are pleased to see Mr. and Mrs. Jim Reid, 10th Con., home again from Toronto. Mr. Reid has been in the hospital there for a few weeks suffer­ ing from ulcers of the stomach. prizes for high scores going to Miss Beatrice McQuillin and for gents to Mr. Tom Wilson. Doris Taylor and Frank McQuillin won the prizes for low scores. Lunch brought a very successful evening to a close. Miss Audrey Congram, who has spent the past few months at Wm. McQuillin’s is spending the, week at his home at Port Albert before enter­ ing the Clinton Flospital as a student nurse. The regular meeting of the Y.P.U. was held on Sunday evening.. Isohel Miller read the Scripture lesson. The topic “Snow and Shadows” wastaken by E. W. Rice and Mrs. Rice favour­ ed with a solo “The Beautiful Garden of Prayer.” The following articles from this community were included in the March shipment of the LucknowRed Cross: 18 khaki handkerchiefs, 3 sail­ ors’ scarfs, 4 pr. mitts, 9 pr. socks, 2 helmets, 4 pr. pyjamas, 1 quilt—a gift from the ladies of Concession 9. whites cream of tartar fruit sugar vanilla yolks and beat well. Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. Add alter­ nately with milk. Spread on two 8- inch layer cake tins buttered. Before baking, cover with meringue made of: 4 egg Vs tsp. % cup 1 tsp. Add cream of itartar to egg whites and beat until stiff. Gradually add sug- z ar and vanilla. Sprinkle meringue with chopped almonds if desired. Bake at 300 degrees F. for about 40 minutes. Remove from pans and put layers to­ gether: Crushed fresh fruit, a cream pie filling or whipped cream may be used between layers. Fairy Dessert whites baking powder fine granulated or 6 y2 i 1 1 TESTED RECIPES Frank H. Walley Frank H. Walley, druggist, Thomas, died Thursday night after a brief illness. He was 63 years of age and was born at Ingersoll. He con­ ducted a drug store at Wingham, then Waterdown, before going to St. Farmers of Huron County If you are interested in the formation of a non­ political Farmer’s Organization so that Agriculture may speak with a unified voice in solving agricult­ ural problems, attend your Township meeting. Your wife and family are also invited to attend. Meetings Commence at 8 P.M. Miss Alice Jewitt There passed away at her home in Brussels on Sunday morning, Miss Alice Jewitt, in her 71st year. Born in Browntown, the daughter of Wm. Jewitt and Mary Kellington, she had lived in this vicinity all her life; high­ ly respected and loved by all who knew her . Fifty years ago the family moved to Brussels where she had re­ sided ever since. She leaves to mourn, two brothers, Lewis Jewitt, Wingham, and Reuben Jewitt, Kincade, Sask. The funeral was held Tuesday after­ noon. Interment will be made in the Brussels Cemetery. C.G.I.T. Met Last Week The president, Margaret Thompson, presided at the weekly meeting of the Gorrie C.G.I.T. on Thursday at the home of Miss E. Stephens. Much en­ couragement was given the leaders by the very good attendance of ten mem­ bers. Following the business, the col­ lection was taken up and the roll call­ ed. Miss Stephens took charge of the program which included an interesting discussion on one of the questions from the question-box and a brief sing-song. The C.G.I.T. Purpose and “Taps” brought an enjoyable meeting to a finish. The April meeting of the Gorrie Women’s Institute will be held at the home of Mrs. Norman Wade on Wed­ nesday, April Oth, at 2.30. Mrs. H. E. Strong will be in charge of the pro- MORRIS ♦ Ashfield Twp.—April 2nd, S.S. 9, 9th Con. Ashfield. W. Wawanosh-Apr. 3, Community Hall, St. Helens E. Wawanosh-—April 4, Forester’s Hall, Belgrave. Hullett—April 7, Community Hall, Londesboro. McKillop Township*; April 8th, Hall, Winthrop. Morris Twp.—Apri 9, Twp. Hall, 5th Con. Morris. Grey Township—April 10th, Twp. Hall, Ethel. Turnberry—Apr. 11, Council Chambers, Wingham. Howick Township—April 14th, Twp. Hall, Gorrie. Manion Goes Overseas ‘ Defence Minister Ralston announc­ ed that Hon. Dr. R. J. Manion, form­ er Conservative leader, had been au­ thorized by the Defence Department to proceed to England to consult with Canadian military headquarters in London and with Lt.-Gen. A. G. L. McNaughton on the question of the work of auxiliary services in the field. “GO PLACES” FOR EASTER We are sorry to hear Mrs. Alex. Forrest is not as Well as her many friends would lige to hear. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Robertson vis­ ited on Sunday with his mother and brothei- on the 1st line. Mr. and Mrs. C. Jones, of Auburn, visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs, Robt. McClennan and family. Mrs. J. Leishman, of Wingham, is spending some time with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bowman, 2nd line. We are sorry to hear Mrs. John Perdue is very sick at present and under the doctor’s care. Some of the farmers arc busy mak­ ing maple syrup and report a good run of sap. Mr. John Johnston and Mr. Jim Johnston attended a funeral of a friend last Wednesday at Kincardine. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Henry attend­ ed the funeral of Mr. Moses Henry, of Ethel, on Sunday afternoon. « ________ _ DESSERTS THAT PLEASE What a number of delicious desserts owe their taste appeal largely to the eggs used in their making of such des­ serts. No doubt both the hostess to lunch­ eon or dinner guests and the hostess to members of the family are taking advantage of the present egg prices to serve many of the so-called egg des­ serts. The Consumer Service Section, Marketing Service, Dominion Depart­ ment of Agriculture, recommends for the approval and use of Canadian homemakers three tested recipes desserts of high calibre. Viennese Tarte butter granulated sugar yolks tbsps. milk cup flour teaspoon baking powder tsp. salt egg tsp. cup fruit sugar Beat egg whites until stiff. Sift bak­ ing powder with sugar and gradually beat into egg whites. Put mixture in­ to two well and bake at 20 minutes, with Chill ing. buttered cake or pie tins 350 degrees F. for 15 to Turn out. Put together fruit or whipped cream.sliced well in refrigerator before serv- 1^2 y2 % u 5 5 i for ST. HELENS SPECIAL LOW FARES Between all points in Canada and certain destinations in the United States Mrs. to cup cup egg 5 4 4 % 1 U Cream butter. Add sugar gradually and cream well together. Add egg Above meetings sponsored by the Agricultural Committee of the Huron County Council. Chairman—J. W. Gamble Committee—Percy Passmore, Sam Whitmore, Fred Watson, Alex. McDonald. ’ Warden—James Leiper. Fleet Unscratched in Battle „ Britain’s fighting ships parade into port apparently unscathed in the vic­ torious ''Battle Of the Ionian Sea” ill which at least five Italian warships sank under their blazing guns. Besides sinking three-—and possibly four—of Italy’s biggest cruisers and two—per­ haps three—destroyers, the British fleet scored three aerial torpedo hits on the crack, new Italian battleship Littorio.antf left that 35,000-ton cap­ ital ship heavily damaged. In addition three German aircraft were shot down and more than 900 Italiah seameh and officers were takeh prisoner. FARE AND ONE-QUARTER ■ for the round trip Tickets good going any time Thursday, April 10, until 2.00 p.m. Monday, April 14. Return Limit to leave destina­ tion not later than midnight Tuesday, April 15, 1941, MINIMUM SPECIAL FARE - 25c Take advantage of this long weed-end \for a visit home or away with friends Fof fates atid information ask any Railway Ticket Agoht. Canadian Pacific Gordon, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Salkeld, Mr. W. I. Miller and Mrs. W. I. Miller, attended the funeral of their cousin, the late Mr. Wilson Salkeld, at Stratford on Saturday. Messrs. Tom Webster, Gordon Mc­ Pherson and Wallace Miller were at Kitchener on Friday for the annual conference of Road Superintendents. Messrs. Neely Todd and Gordon Miller, of Stratford, and Murray Tay­ lor, of Goderich, were week-end visit- I ors at their homos here. I A very pleasant time was spent at the crokinole party under the auspices of the Y.P.U. oti Thursday. Rev. G, A, Barnard presided for the program which included readings by Dorothy Webb, Mrs. Balis, Winnie Barnard and j E, W. Rice, a duet by Mr. and Mrs.,] Rice, a piano Solo by Mrs. Durnin i Phillips and *a piano and SaJtaphone duet by Vera and^UaroldTaylor. There were seven tables of crokittble with t Chocolate Ice-Box Cake ounces (1% squares) unsweetened chocolate cup cold water . ' 1 cup granulated sugar . : teaspoon salt t 1 egg yolks egg whites Sponge cake Place in double boilei the chocolate, cold water and sugar. When melted add unbeaten egg yolks, one at a time, beating thoroughly into mixture. Cook until mixture is of custard consisten­ cy. Cool. Add salt to egg whites and beat until stiff. Fold into chocolate custard. Line pan or mould with small pieces of sponge cake. Add chocolate mixture and place in refrigerator to chill and set. Recipe for a long life: Be careful not to exceed the feed limit, Save Money By Prepaying i WINGHAM V& I feOl \ymCORPORAtEO/.-' ■•risk? Town of Wingham 1941 Taxes Taxpayers may make payments on account of 1941 taxes up to 90 per cent, of 1940 taxes. Interest at the rate of Five per cent, per an­ num will be allowed on such prepayments. Prepayments of taxes must be made at the Town Treasurer’s Office, Town Hall. W. A. GALBRAITH, Treasurer, Town of Wingham.