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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-03-30, Page 3r ■ i a ■ i* i g i I a i 1 ■ 1 Intermediate Hockey I Play-Offs WINGHAM MOHAWKS Vs. HARRISTON Thuirs. March 31st wingham arena 9.00 p.m.I Come out and see some real Intermediate hockey. Special Campaign for Jehovah’s Witnesses A spokesman for Jehovah’s witness­ es announced plans today for deliver­ ing a special message to the world. Mr. EL Falconer local presiding mini­ ster of the Wingham congregation, re; vealed some of the details of this special campaign, which includes sponsoring the public lecture entitled “Christendom or Christianity—Which One is the Light of the World?” All ■ I ■ congregations of Jehovah’s witnesses throughout the world, (there are ap­ proximately 14,000 In 159 lands) will participate, Ml Falconer will deliver this discourse locally, to which the public is cordially invited, It will be delivered at the local Kingdom Hall, at 2;30 p.m, Sunday. After the discourse a new 32-page booklet containing extraordinary in­ formation will be given free to each person in attendance. Some 600,000 of Jehovah’s witnesses will then begin TURNBERRY TOWNSHIP SCHOOL AREA Eighth Annual Music festival Bluevale, Ont.Township Hall FRIDAY, APRIL 1st, 1955 Morning Session 9.15 a.m. Afternoon Session 1.15 Evening Session 8 o’clock sharp ADJUDICATOR Mr. Garfield Bender, L.R.M. Director of Music, Kitchener, Ont. Music Supervisor—R. C. Ireland, R.M.T. * a i l a ■ distribution of millions of copies of thia special, message in many lang­ uages, throughout the world. It is* the desire of Jehovah's witnesses to place a copy in every home, Mr. Falconer said the contents of this specially pre­ pared booklet had not yet been made public, but its message was unique and would be of special interest to persons of all faiths, Advance preparation and the world­ wide scope of this special campaign give indication that this may well be one of the greatest religious procla­ mations in modern ■ history Mr. Fal­ coner said, He went on to tell of local plans that have been made, stating that Jehovah's witnesses here are ready and eagerly look forward to this special campaign. FIRST CLASS WATCH REPAIRS AT MODERATE PRICES Owing to lack of space, am com­ pelled to confine my repairs to watches only. George Williams Located in MASON’S STORE It's tbe largest and finest fleet of trucks ever built by tbe nation's No. 1 truck builder. Whatever your task or trade, there's a new Chevrolet truck to make or save you money on every job. Come and look 'em over! Now Chevrolet introduces "Work Styling” — an exclusive development in truck design. Plus new engines — new capacities — new Overdrive and Power Steering — new features and advantages throughout! Here’s what happens when Canada’s leading truck builder pulls out all the stops! Here are trucks that are new from the drawing board out! And they have a whole truckload of new advan­ tages for you I A new kind of truck styling Fleet, functional styling that fits your job! For the first time in any truck line, two distinctly different styling treatments are offered — one in light and medium-duty models, another in heavy-duty. Your handsome new Chevrolet truck will be a profitable advertisement-on-wheels for you and your business! A new outlook for the driver Truck driving was never like this! The completely new Flite-Ride cab is every­ thing a driver could wish for, from its big Sweep-Sight windshield to its con­ cealed Safety Step that keeps clear of mud or snow! The new seat is broader and softer . . . new instrument panel and controls are the last word in con-' venience! New "high-voltage” engines With a new 12-volt electrical system for quicker, surer cold-weather starting and increased generator capacity! Plus more efficient cooling and lubrication systems, an improved fuel system, and completely redesigned engine mount­ ings. They’re the smoothest, quietest, most powerful Chevrolet truck engines ever built! And much more that’s new Like the smoother, load-steady ride ... new High-Level ventilation .. . tubeless tires, standard on %-ton models . . . new, stronger frames of standard width . . . New Power Steering* and Power Brakes* for heavy duty models ... new 19,500 lb. max. G.y.W. in 1700 Series. And there’s a new choice of transmis­ sions, Standard or automatic. Come in and see the newest things in trucks! ^Optional at extra cost. Automatic transmission on %- and 1-ton models.A GENERAL MOTORS VALUE Wingham Motors Phone 139 Wingham The Wiugham Advance-Times, Wednesday, March M, Fage IhhSl News of Belgrave * Members Enjoy Oyster Supper As Co-op Holds Annual Meet The annual meeting of the Bel­ grave Co-Operative was held in the Forester’s Hall here, on Thursday evening, March 24th, and took the form of an oyster supper served by the Women’s Institute of Belgrave, After the supper a sing-song was led by Bob Carbert. The meeting was in charge of the president, Stewart Procter, Minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Charles R. Coultes. A vote of thanks was given the Women’s In­ stitute by John M. Craig. The audi­ tors report and the financial report was read by Norman Alexander. James Michie gave a report for the directors, on what had been done in the past year and what had been dis­ cussed for the future. Charles Coultes, manager, gave his report stating that the ones that do most of the complaining do not come to the meetings to have the complaints discussed. The mill report was given by Dan Hallahan. Simon Hallahan led the meeting on a discussion regarding the building of a new store at the mill or at the corner, which brought some good points but no final decision was reached. Mason Robinson introduced the guest speaker, Mr. George McCague, of Harriston, who gave a very inter­ esting talk on co-operatives. A vote of thanks to the speaker was given by George Michie. Norman Alexander was chairman for the election of three directors, elected for three years are Stewart Procter, Clarence Chamney and Mur­ ray McDowell. A president will be elected at a future directors meqfing. Auditors for 1955 will be G. H. Ward and Company. Progressive Euchre The regular progressive euchre party was held in the Community. Centre, on Wednesday evening, March 23. High prizes were won by Mrs. Chris Nethery and John E. McCal­ lum. Consolation prizes went to Mrs. C. R. Coultes and Donald Coultes, Club 20 Club 20 met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Wheeler on Wednesday evening, March 23. The evening was spent playing progressive euchre with high prizes being won by Mr. and Mrs. Harold Vincent, and consolation prixag going to Mr. and Mrs. Murray M©- Dowell. A lunch was served. Hold Surprise Party Misses Florence Cook and Joaa Brydges were hostesses on Friday evening, March 25, when a number of girl friends from Wingham and Bel- grave gathered together at Miss Cook’s apartment, Wingham, for a surprise shower to honor Miss Irena Smith, Belgrave, who is to be married in April. A very enjoyable evening was spent playing bingo and games, Miss Smith was presented with a decorated basket of- gifts, after which she expressed her thanks. A lunch was served by the hostess. EDWARD F. TAMAN F.CJB.A. ACCREDITED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT CLINIC BUILDING LISTOWEL, ONT. Phone 403 Box 574 WHITE GLOVES GIVEN CAPTAIN ’ Captain Percy Butters, of Colling­ wood, skipper of the tanker, Imper­ ial Kingston, received the traditional white gloves, presented annually by Sarnia Chamber of Commerce to the captain of the first vessel to enter the port of Sarnia. Captain Butters guided the King­ ston into dock here after a round trip to Windsor. He describes the trip down river and back as uneventful. He encountered clear weather and no ice, he said. It was the eighth time Captain But­ ters has received gloves, silk hat or other presentation for being first to open navigation. He has won the hon­ or twice previously at Sarnia, twice at Goderich, twice at the Welland ship canal, and once at Owen Sound. ERECT HOUSE FOR HOMELESS BRIGHT FAMILY Residents of the village of Bright are building a house for Mr. and Mrs. James Shiremen who lost their home and two small daughters in a fire sev­ eral weeks ago. All labour is voluntary. Finances will come from a fund which was started immediately after the fire. The family lost all their possessions. (service) AS YOU LIKE IT Prompt to respond to your call . . . Expert tn restoring your set to peak perform­ ance . . . Reasonable in cost Phone 380 McGill Radio & Television Drama Festival THURSDAY and FRIDAY March 31st and April 1st Three One-Act Plays Each Night “JOINT OWNERS IN SPAIN” “THE MONKEY’S PAW” “HANGING UNCLE HENRY” Presented by Wingham Community Players, Wingham Kinsmen Club, and Howick Junior Farmers Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French (Canada) Limited, Toronto General Admission 50c Reserves 10c extra at McKibbons Curtain at 8.30 sharp Tickets obtainable from the Advance-Times, CKNX, or from any member of the Kinsmen Club or Community Players.