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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1941-12-04, Page 2PAGE TWO WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES feebt W’? TGS-i*. '©•iw*. I g ISARD’S MEN’S WEAR Three: most important items on your gifts- for-men list — pyjam­ as, shirts and neck­ wear, You can get the best and newest here at prices that are real­ ly low for the merch­ andise. Choose early from these genuine gift values. Ties .... 35c to $1.00 Dressing Gowns $2.95 to $7.50 and Olive Scott, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Neil B. McEachern at Mount Forest. * Mrs, Peter S. MacEwen, spent a few days with relatives at Chesley and Owen Sound. Miss Elizabeth Brewer of Brussels was a week-end visitor with Mrs. Elsie anront. W. H. Stewart of Grand Valley was a Sunday visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Johnston. Mr. McQuillan of Lucknow is visit­ ing his daughter, Mrs.’Carl Johnston. William Johnston of Swan River, Manitob, visited a number of cousins in Bluevale and Morris township. Lome McCracken has accepted a position with James F. Scott at Sea­ forth, Mr. and Mrs, George Love were Sunday visitors with Mrs. Love’s parents at Seaforth, Mr. Walter Bush spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Jacques who reside near Orange Hill. Mr. Thomas McMichael, spent the week-end in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs, Huggan of Brussels spent the week-end with, the latter's sister, Mrs. Melvin Willits, Miss Kathleen Willits also of Brussels, Vis­ ited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Marshall of Gorrie spent last Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Melvin Willits, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Gallaher of Gorrie called one day last week on Mrs. Wm, Weir. Mr. Herbert Neill of Gorrie and his sister, Mrs. Wm. Lackie of Lucan also visited with Mrs, Weir for a short while one afternoon. Mr, Har vey Copeland who has been suffering with blood poisoning in his hand, is on the mend we are glad to report. • there is no East or West was sung. Mrs, W* Sawtell read tjie Scripture reading fro’3? ths Gospel of St, John. Miss Mary MacDonald favored with a solo, Does Jesus Care. The guest speaker was Mrs. J, S. Ball, Gorrie, who based her remarks on the word “Affiliate" pointing out the priviledges and responsibilities of being part or a Senior group and also the serious­ ness of being leaders. The need for setting a good example of Christian living on the part of the senior group. Words of appreciation were express­ ed by the president to Mrs. Ball and others who had assisted, The hymn, O Lord of Life and Love and Power, and the Benediction in unison brought the meeting to a close. Refreshments were served by the senior group and a social half hour enjoyed. Thursday, December 4, 1941 IK tu Shop at E anna’s New overcoats also new stylish J tweed and worsted suits for men i and young men. j $14.50 to $26.50 -J Boys suits and overcoats specially priced for Christ- mas shopping. BELGRAVE WROXETER Pyjamas 1.95 to 2.95 Shirts 1.95 to 2.50 &IX jT 1 Wingham Advance-Times Published at WINGHAM - ONTARIO Subscription Rate — One Year $2.00 Six months, $1.00 in advance To U. S. A., $2.50 per year Foreign rate* $3.00 per year. Advertising rates on application. BLUEVALE Morris Group Held Meeting Mr. and Mrs. Robert McMurray of the 2nd concession, Morris, opened their home on Friday evening for the annual social gathering of the Morris Group of the Ladies’ Aid of Knox Presbyterian Church, Members of the group with their husbands and fam­ ilies numbering about thirty enjoyed a chicken supper. The remainder of the evening was spent playing Chinese Checkers and Crokinole. Red Cross News The regular monthly meeting of the local Red Cross was held Friday af­ ternoon in the work room, with the vice-president, Miss A. Manning, in barge. The meetin gopened by all singing O God Our Help in Ages Past” and prayer by Mr. Dunlop. Minutes of last meeting and Treasurer’s report were read and adopted. Several activities having realized splendid returns, such as the Rummage Sale, Euchre and Dance, appeal for Blankets, etc. Mrs. John Anderson convener of Blanket Cpmmittee gave a detailed statement of donations as follows Morris, 5th. line and highway $9.00; 3rd. line, $7.00; East Wawanosh, 12. line $14.10; 10th. line, 2 blankets and $14.50; 6th: line $18.00; 9th. line, $12.50; Belgrave, 1 blanket and $33.75; Farmers’ Club $20.00; Women’s Insti­ tute, $4.00, making a total of 4 blank­ ets and $151.90. Any further donations will be grate­ fully accepted. 9 Wo- Institute to Meet December The regular meeting of the man’s Institute will be held on Tues­ day, December 9th, at 2.30 o’clock at the home of Mrs. Bert Mann. A Christmas program will be carried out under the direction of Miss Margaret Curtis and Mrs. J. W. Wickstead. Roll Call—Name Christmas Carol and your reason for choosing it. The story of the Christmas Carol “Good King Wencelas Christmas 1741” will be told by Mrs. Earl Hamilton. A special offering will be taken for the Central War Charities Fund, for the purchase of Blankets for Britain. Donations from anyone other than In­ stitute members will be appreciated. Underwent Operation Miss Carrie Higgins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Higgins and student of Wingham High School, is in Wingham Hospital, having under­ gone an operation for appendicitis. We are pleased to report she is doing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Porterfield have moved into Mrs. J. Young’s house for the winter. Mrs. Richardson and son, Mr. Jim Richardson of Whitechurch, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. El­ dred Nichol. Mrs. Mary McKennitt spent Sunday with friends at Guelph. Mr. George French of Greeway, Manitoba, who has spent the past two weeks with D. S. MacNaqghton, left on Thursday for Leamington. The Willing Workers Group of Turnberry, 2nd. and 4th, lines, held a quilting at the home of Mrs. San­ burn on Wednesday last. Mrs, Gordon Gregg who has spent the past two weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Wright returned to Windsor late last week. The pupils of the Continuation and Senior room of public school are now practicing an Opperetta to be given before Christmas. Wroxeter ’school is noted for good singing and so this year’s concert should be of special interest. i . Miss Viola Thacker and pupils arc now preparing a program to be given December Turnberry Christmas Mrs. H. on Wednesday cf this week for the weekly, quilting of the 2nd and 4th line groups. Mrs. V. Denny and Mrs. D, S. Mac- Naughton were guests of Mrs. Alex Edgar, Fordwich, on Friday last. Rev. J. E. and Mrs. Foster had for their guests part of last week, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Foster, Leamington; P. O. Melvin Foster of land air force, and Mrs. Leamington; Mr. Bruce Naval Signal school,, St. Quebec. Woman’s Missionary Society The Christmas meeting of the W. M. S. will be held on Thursday, Dec­ ember 11th at 3 p.m., at the home of Mrs. R. J. Rann. Mrs. Allen Munroe is in charge of the meeting. Each members is asked to make a donation to the Mission Band. All ladies are cordially invited to the monthly meet­ ing of the W. M. S. December W. I. Motto—When you give, give with joy and smiling. Home—Mrs. V. Den­ ny. Roll Call—Donation of Christmas Cheer. Music —■_ Christmas Carols. Members are asked to bring donation in cash for Overseas Boxes. Don’t forget a gift for the Sunshine -Bag. Hostesses Mrs. Wylie, Mrs. Burke, Thursday, December 4th, at 3 p.m. McGregor’s famous wool hose, fancy and plain shades. 55c, 75c, 95c Tie and handkerchief sets, bracd and arm band sets, 75c to $1.00 16th, when S. S. No. 2, will hold their • annual Tree. Timm will give her house Birthday Party The Manse was the scene of a hap­ py gathering on Wednesday evening last when Rev. J. L, and Mrs. Foster entertained for their daughter Marj­ ory on the occasion of her 17th birth­ day. Thirty girls were present to ex­ tend good wishes and enjoy an even­ ing of. games and contests and re­ freshments. We join with Marjories friends in wishing her many happy returns of the day. Wide selection of Einest quality handkei'chiefs, all initials also airforce blue and Kahki. ____ _ choicest leathers in gloves, lined unlined, in goat skin, pig skin. Black, gray green. and kid, and 15c to 20c $1.50 to $2.95 Rev. C. Tavener and Mrs. Tavener were called to Embro this week on account of the illness of Mrs. Tav­ ener's neice, Mrs. Hanson, who later underwent an operation. George Thornton, who is not enjoy­ ing the best of health at present was at Clinton for two days recently, re­ ceiving medical attention. Rev. F. G. Foyler attended the meeting of the Presbyterian Manse, Wingham, on Monday afternoon and attended the meeting of the Presby­ tery of Maitland at Melville Presby­ terian Church, Brussels on Tuesday. Miss Martha Kaine of Gorrie is visiting her cousin, Mrs. Arthur Shaw. | written by Miss Isobelle Graham, Mr. and Mrs. R .F. Garniss, Mac Poetess of Seaforth, xylio passed away recently. The singing of a hymn and the Mizpah Benediction closed the meeting. Young People’s Union The Social Committee of* the Y.P. U. was in charge of the meeting on Wednesday night, with the convenor, Harold Vincent, presiding. Mrs. Geo. Johnston was at the piano. The scrip­ ture lesson, the story of the Talents, was read by Jane Armstrong. Ross Anderson lead in prayer,’followed by The Lord’s Prayer in unison. Miss Edith 'Wallace gave a delightful talk entitled “Flowers for the Living,” closing with a poem—one of the last Newfound- Foster of Foster of Hyancith, 6th Line Ladies Active The Ladies of the 6th line held a quilting last week at the home of Mrs. Henning. During the meeting a quilt was quilted on which the draw is to be held. Previously the ladies held a highly successful supper at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Taylor for Red Cross work. Rev. Atcheson Word was received here of the death of Rev. Atcheson of Moles- worth early Monday morning. Mr., Atcheson who was minister of Gorrie and Molesworth Presbyterian congre­ gations suffered a heart A attack. Friends of the late Mr. John Hen- neberg learned with regret of his death early Sunday morning.. Mr. Henneberg who lived with liis daughter, Mrs. Clarence White has- suffered, from a serious heart condition for some time. Notice to Red Cross Workers Red Cross workers please note: From December 1st, the Red Cross room will be open on. Wednesday af­ ternoons and evenings only until fur­ ther notice. u Outdoor jackets in windbreaker style and mackinaws for mem and boys, light wool lined. 0 $2.95 to $5.95 Airforce and Pilot Helmets for boys $1.00 to $1.25 i We stock a large assortment of hats. New shades for Christmas .gifts. $2.50 to $3.95 V De luxe mufflers White, kahki, airforce blue, scotch plaids, white silks. $1.00 to $2.95 assortment in all wool SAFE AFTER DARK? Is Your House • Lighted windows warn prowlers away. Always leave a few lamps burning when yon leave your home for the evening. Remem* her, a bright light for sixteen hours costs only 14 at Hydro rates. Congratulations are extended to f Mrs. O. G. Anderson who has again i been re-elected president of the U. F. : W. O. We were sorry to learn that Mr. George Jordans’ father, Mr. S. Jor­ dan of Clinton had suffered a stroke. We hope for his recovery. The beautiful weather of the past week has enabled farmers in the dis­ trict to get fall ploughing finished up, and many other outdoor chores done before winter sets in. The United church W. M. S. quilt­ ed two guilts in the gasement last week/ Mrs. Gordon Higgins, who has spent several weeks in • St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, where she under­ went a. serious operation, has recov­ ered sufficietnly to comeTo her moth­ er’s in Belgrave, Mrs. George Procter, where she is doing nicely Mrs. James Anderson, 5th. line of Morris, has. gone to visit her brother in Stratford who is ill. Mrs. R. S. McGee of Wingham was a week-end visitor with Mr. and Mrs. J. A, Geddes. Mr. and Mrs. C< R. Coultes Mabel, spent Sunday with Mr. Mrs. Jim Coultes. Mr, and Mrs. Robert Coultes daughter Louise of East Wawanosh, visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs, N, Keating. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Wade spent Sunday with Mr. wade’s parents at Fordwich, Miss Ruth Wheeler of Victoria Hos­ pital, London, was home for the week­ end. Mrs. H. Wheeler and Miss Velma Wheeler were in London Saturday. and and and x (jet them, at 'bjoun. Neafueit Shop ’............. . . ..... n>W Put 100-Watt Lamps ill Kitchen, Living-Room, Basement SALEM HYDRO SHOP HwmIS, Wingham Young People’s Union Marjory Foster presided over the weekly meeting of the Y.P.U. United Church and opened the meeting with the hymn, Sun of My Soul, followed by prayer by Bonnie Gibson. Thelma Denny favoured with a solo, Till the lights of London Shine Again, ac­ companied by Margaret Moffat. The Scripture lesson was taken from Peter Chapter 2, verses 1 - 14. What a Friend we have in Jesus, was the sec­ ond hymn chosen. Pauline White had charge of the Topic “Canada’s Wonderland.” During the business period a donation of $2.00 was col­ lected for the Milk Fund for the children of Labrador. Breathe on Me Breath of God, and the Mizpah Bene­ diction brought the meeting to a close. Members enjoyed a few games contests following the meeting. and andMr. and Mrs. Harold Weir children of London, spent the week­ end with the former’s parents, Mr, and<(Mrs. D, L. Weir, Mr, and Mrs. David Dane of Toronto, also spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Weir, Service ,of Affiliation * An evening of special interest was attended by members of the W. M. S. and C. G. I. T. groups on Thursday evening last, when the members (f the Canadian Girls in Training be­ came affiliated with the Women’s Missionary Society -of the United Church of Canada. Miss Mary Men­ tion of the-girls group opened with quiet music. The president of the W. M, S., Mrs. G. A. Wearring, gave tile invitation presided of the C. with the hymn, From all that Dwell Below the Skies. Miss Kay :Nicklin read the Scripture lesson from psalm 148, vers­ es 1-13. Prayer followed led by Miss K. Irwin. An impressive part of the service took place when a large semi­ circle of both societies joined in the affiliation ceremony. Eight members of the C. G. I. T, representing the different4 countries spoke. Throe girls stated the purpose. Mrs, Gilbert Howes spoke briefly on the need for a better understanding of the Mis­ sionary cause 111 Home and Foreign lands, after which the president de­ clared the C. G* L T. affiliated group with the W< M, S. In Christ to affiliate. Alice Howes over the Worship Service G. I. T. group commencing Invocation followed by the Father: You can ask a question,, but make it short. Small son: Well, when a doctor gets, sick and another dooctor doctors, liim,, does the doctor doing the doctoring have to doctor the doctor the way the doctor being doctored wants, to be doctored, or does the doctor doing the doctoring of the doctor doctor in his own way? Customer: “I don’t want to buy your crackers. They tell me the mice are always running over them.” Grocer: “’Taint so. Why the sleeps in the barrel every night.” cab GORRIE Mrs. Olive May of Toronto, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Lawrence. Mrs. Agnes Earls was a guest of her sister, Mrs. J. J. Moffat, and Mr. Moffat at Wingham a few days last week. On her return, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Moffat and Mr. and Mrs. Cedril Moffat were guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. King Sunday evening. Mrs. Victor Shera is spending Some time with her mother, Mrs, Ellis and also sister, Mrs. Cockburn, in Guelph. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Colmer cf Tor­ onto, spent the week-end .with the latter’s parents, Mr, and Mrs. Ernest King. . Mr. and Mrs, David Dane of Tor­ onto were guests of Mrs. Dane’s par­ ents, Mr, and Mrs, Isaac Wade also with Mr, and Mrs, Norman Wade, last week, Mr. and Mrs, Lloyd Workman of Brussels; and Mrs. Fleming 'Grainger, Jamestown, also Mr, and Mrs. Clif­ ford Elliott of Molesworth, were Sun­ day visitors with Mr, and Mrs. Archie Millen Misses Helen and Annie ■ Anger of Fergus spent the week-end with their parents, Mr, and Mrs, James Anger, Mr. Harold lidgar of Toronto was a week-end visitor with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, Gordon Edgan Mr, and M^s, Reg, Hobbs and fam­ ily of Preston, spent the week-end at the homo of Mr* Harrison, Mr* and, Mrs, Kenneth Hastie and family, spent, Suhday with Moles­ worth friends. Merchandise is getting scarce, do your Christmas Shopping Now.JJ } Hanna & Co., Limited I Rh The sympathy of the community goes out. to Miss Acheson, whose brother, Rev. Acheson, minister of the Presbyterian Church here, died quite suddenly’ on Monday morning. The deceased took his two charges in Molesworth and Gorrie as usual on Sunday. Rev. Acheson had many­ friends in this community. Mr. Ed. Stewart of Stoney Creek, spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hastie. Mr. Don Coupland spent the week­ end in London; Mr. and Mrs, Jack King of Tor­ onto, spent the week-end with Mrs. Chas. King and other relatives. Misses Annie and He'len Anger of Fergus, spent the week-end with their parents, Mr, and Mrs. James Anger. Sunday visitors at the same home were: Mr. and Mrs. M. ’Anger and daughter, Bonnie of Moorefield, and Mrs, Henry Felkar and son of Moles­ worth. Mr. and Mrs. James Stevenson and Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay Brown of the ninth concession, spent Sunday at the home of yir. and Mrs. Gordon Brown, Mr. anrd Mrs. D. W. Dane of Tor­ onto spent several days with relatives and friends in the community last week. Mr. Elymer Dickson1 spent Sunday with his ^brother in Teeswater. L.O.B.A. Elected At the November meeting1 of the Gorrie L.O.B.A. No. 810, the follow­ ing officers were elected for the com­ ing year: W.M.—Miss Evelyn Dane, re-elected; D.M.—Mrs. Agnes King; Chap.—Mrs. Sara Watfe; Rec. Sec.— Mrs. Reita Carson; Fin, Sec.—Mrs. Gladys Dinsmore, re-elected; Treas.—- Mrs, Edythe Holmes; 1st. Leet.—Mrs. Nellie Taylor; 2nd. Leet.—Mrs. An­ nie Toner; Director of Ceremonies,— Mrs. Lulu Sanderson; Inner* Guard,— Mrs. Cassie Taylor; Sr. Member of Com.—Mrs. Alba Toner; Committee —Mrs. Lillian Walker, Mrs. Elva Jacques, Mrs. E. Grainger; Guardian, —Mrs. Lottie Thornton; Auditors'— Mrs. Grainger and Mrs. King; Organ­ ist—Miss Margaret Da,ne.* Twenty dollars was donated to the local Red Cross Fund. A donation Was also sent to the Blanket and Cig­ arette Fund of the L.O.B.A. of Ont­ ario West and the annual contribution to the True Blue and Orange Orph­ anage at Richmond Hill xyill be sent the beginning of the year. The bale consisting of quilts and night dresses was sent in November. BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. E. ML Loney, B.Tk, Pastor Sunday, December 7th rev. dr. john McLaurin Services 11 and 7 p.m. Moving pictures of the Mission Station in Bolivia at the evening service.