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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-04-20, Page 10Ten The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, April 27, 1955 MtS. Kenneth Zinn and baby, Randy i Lee, arrived home from the Wingham t Hospital on Monday. | i The regular meeting of the Wo­ men's Institute was held on Tuesday of last week at the home of Mrs. Victor Emerson, with 20 ladies in at- 1 tendance and with the president, Mrs. WHITECHURCH See the New PHILIPS SUPER M RECEPTION 21" Console. Walnut, mahogany or oak cabinet of striking, modern design. The 8” Super-M speaker ensures superb tonal quality and the Philips Cascade Tuner guarantees clear, lifelike pictures. Equipped with Recep­ tor Shield antenna and Phono­ jack. 38” high, 25%” wide, 22” deep. Picture-Perfect TELEVISION Sold and Serviced by McGill Radio & Television Phone 380 Frank Rose, in charge. After the opening exercises the trea­ surer, Mrs. Ernest Casemore, gave .the financial report, showing a bal­ ance of over $181. The total receipts [ for the year were over ?728, I The Salvation Army again request­ ed the Institute to collect funds this I spring. The branch directors were ap- • pointed and were requested to do so before the next meeting. Mrs, Case- more then read the reports of the standing committees. Mrs. Albert Mc­ Quillin gave a humorous reading, "Flowers and Women.” Mary Fisher also gave a reading, “O, Holly Leaf,” and Mrs. Chas. Shiell gave a display of her aluminum trays and described | the manner in which the work was j done. Mrs. Emerson presided for the elec- 1 tion of officers. The nominating com- ( mittee brought in the following slate, which was duly accepted and the of­ ficers installed: Honorary president, Mrs. Geo. Mc- Clenaghan; past president, Mrs. Jas. McInnis; president, Mrs. Frank Ross; 1st vice-president, Mrs. George Fisher; 2nd vice-president, Mrs. Thos. Met­ calfe; secretary-treasurer, Mrs. Chas. Shiell; district director, Mrs. McIn­ nis; branch directors, Mrs. Herson Ir­ win, Mrs. Albert McQuillin, Mrs. Alex Robertson, Mrs. Albert Walters, Mrs. Robert Purdon, Mrs. Russell Ross; press reporters, Mrs. Fisher, Mrs. J. D. Beecroft; pianists, Mrs. G. E. Far­ rier, Mrs. W. R. Farrier; auditors, Mrs. Albert Coultes, Mrs. Owen King; program committee, Mrs. Jas. Wilson, Mrs. Hugh Simpson, Mrs. Joe King, Mrs. Johin Burchill, Mrs. G. E. Far­ rier. | The standing committees appointed are as follows: Home economics and health, Mrs. Frank Miller; public re­ lations and community activities, Mrs. Thos. Metcalfe; historical research and current events, Mrs. Millan Moore; agriculture and Canadian industries, Mrs. Russ.ell Gaunt; citizenship and education, Mrs. N. Pickell; resolutions, Mrs. Herson Irwin; Federated News, Mrs. V. Emerson. The ladies will gather in Wingham for the May meeting and will take a conducted tour through radio station CKNX, and then gather at the Bruns­ wick Tea Room for a business meet­ ing and coffee. The meeting was closed with the National anthem. Brick W.M.S. The W.M.S. of Brick United Church met on Wednesday of last week at the home of Mrs. Clarence Chamney with 23 ladies and 12 children pre­ sent. Mrs. Frank Thompson presided for the meeting and Mrs. Lome Scott led in the responsive reading. Mrs. Norman Coultes led in prayer. Mrs. Norman Coultes, Mrs. Herson Irwin and Mrs. Alex Leaver assisted with the reading of the Easter pro­ gram, and Claire Chamney sang a solo. Mrs. Chas. Shiell gave an inter­ esting talk on Easter and its meaning for us, and Mrs. Cecil Coultes gave the report of the recent W.M.S. Pres- byterial held in Wingham, The meeting closed with prayer by Mrs. Thompson, The ladies accepted an invitation of the Whitechurch W.M.S. to be present for their Easter Thankoffering meeting on Thursday. Presbyterian W.M.S. The W.M.S. of the Presbyterian Church met on Wednesday of last week at the home of Mrs. Hugh Simp­ son with twelve ladies present. The president, Mrs. James McInnis, was in charge of the meeting. Mrs. M, Gordon McBurney led in the respon­ sive reading and led in the meditation talk on "Stones To Be Rolled Away.” Miss Annie Kennedy led in the Glad Tidings prayer. The program outlined for the Glad Tiding Easter service was followed and Mrs. N. Caswell gave an interest­ ing talk on Mary Slessor, missionary in Africa, telling how she fulfilled the command, “Go ye into all the world and preach salvation,” and how through her poverty, determination and prayers, worked a way into the hearts of the people of Africa to teach them a more abundant life. The meeting closed with the Lord's prayer in unison and the next meet­ ing will be held at the home of Mrs. Albert McQuillin. Young People Entertain The young people of the Presby­ terian Church entertained the young people of the United Church last Mon­ day evening. Walter Elliott, president, presided for a short worship service and Mr. Elliott read the Scripture lesson and gave the meditation talk on "Discipleship.” Erma Forster led in prayer. Mrs. A. McQuillin gave an Easter reading and Mrs. Garnet Far­ rier played a piano solo. Karen Gros- korth sang a solo and Norma Forst­ er gave a piano solo. Rev. N. Caswell showed slides on the Apostles’ Creed, explained the meaning and values of each part. The Mizpah benediction closed the meet- { ing. The recreation committee, Mrs. An­ gus Falconer, Mrs. Walter Elliott, Marilyn Morrison and Jim Gaunt had charge of the games and contests. Lunch was served and a social time enjoyed. Personals Mrs. Sam McBurney and Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Shiell, of Wingham, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon McBurney. Mr. Frank Coulter was a patient in the hospital last week for a day, after taking a weak spell and falling on the sidewalk in the village. He dis­ located his shoulder. Mr. and Mrs. James Falconer and Lois, and Mr. and Mrs. James Mc­ Innis, spent Wednesday last at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Wel- wood, of Caledon. Mr. E. Walker moved 12,000 baby chicks into his chicken barns one day last week, all for broilers. Mr. and Mrs. George Bullard and son, Bobby, of Minnedose, Man., and Mr. and Mrs. Eldrid Nichol, of Turn­ berry, with whom they were visiting, spent Wednesday with Mr. F. McK. Paterson. Mrs. Bullard was formerly Mary Robertson and will be remem­ bered by friends here. This community extends congratu­ lations to Wallace Conn and Elliott Carruthers, the new councillors for Kinloss Township. Mr. Oliver McBrien and his daugh­ ter and her family, of Goderich, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. James Laidlaw. Jimmie Taylor spent a few days last week at the home of their aunt, Mrs. Joe Thompson of Goderich, and at­ tended the hockey games held in the arena, This surely was a highlight in the lives of these boys. Many others from here attended different games in Goderich last week. Mr. and Mrs, Walter Lettner, of Toronto, spent the week-end at the home of their brother, John Boyle, and with other relatives in this dis­ trict. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Elliott spent Sunday with Miss Marjorie Elliott and Mr. and Mrs, Mitchell Elliott, of London. Dr. MacLennan and his companion, when returning to the Highway by the river road in E. Wawanosh on Friday evening, met with an accident, when his car left the road and crash­ ed into a gravel bank near Aldin Purdon’s gate, and turned upside down. Dr. MacLennan suffered a dislocated shoulder, and was taken to Wingham Hospital. The lightning on Saturday night struck the hydro pole at the road at Ben McClenaghan’s lane and also put their phone out of commission. The folks of S.S. No. 10, Kinloss, gathered at the Hall on Friday even­ ing, when the teacher and pupils sponsored the play, “Grandpa’s Twin Sister,” presented by the Armow young folks. All enjoyed the play and its many humorous incidents. The pupils are planning a trip to Detroit before school stops, and are gathering funds to pay their way. Mary Fisher played several piano numbers between acts, and the teach­ er, Mr. Ken McAllister thanked the players and large crowd who mado the meeting a success. Mrs. Mary Galbraith, Reg.N., of Detroit, spent the week-end with her sister, Mrs. Ritchie and brothers, Wm. and Jas. Currie, of E. Wawanosh. Mrs. Chas. Shiell spent a few days last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Congram, of Lucknow. Wm. Peddle was taken to Wingham Hospital one day last week following an accident, when he, a left-handed man, almost cut off the finger on his right hand. An operation to remove the fingers was necessary. Mrs. John Craig, who when ill spent a few weeks in Wingham at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Robert f Announcing— MacIntyre’s DELIVERY SERVICE NOW ... we can deliver finest bakery I products to your door Here's the schedule: | East of Josephine St.—Monday, Wednesday, Friday i West of Josephine St.—Tuesday, Thursday, > Saturday. } Phone orders received before 12 noon will < be delivered. MacIntyre’s Bakery Wingham Ont. ! Miss Annie Kennedy, who has been recuperating at her home here after an illness over the past ten weeks, was able to return to her position in the Wingham Hospital last week. Rev. and Mrs. Graydon Cox and daughters, of Fonthill, visited on Tuesday with her mother, Mrs. Mac Ross. Mr. and Mrs. Mel Morrison and daughters, of Lucknow, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Russell Purdon on Sun­ For All Your Decorating Needs Visit The Wallpaper Shop LATEST IN WALLPAPERS FLO-GLAZE PAINT 1,322 colours plus 356 deep shades FLOOR COVERINGS for EVERY ROOM Inlaids and Linoleum — 6’, 9’, 12* widths Congoleum, Rexoleum and Lusto Felt Many new patterns to choose from LET US HELP YOU! The Wallpaper Shop day. Mr. Charles Gillespie, of Kitchener, spent the week-end with Gillespie and Martin families here. A severe electrical storm passed over this district early Sunday morn­ ing, keeping hydro men on the job from midnight until Sunday noon. Many district farmers feared for their baby chicks in brooder houses, when the hydro was off in some parts for over seven hours. The W.M.S. of the United Church will meet this Thursday afternoon with the W.M.S. of the Presbyterian Church, Brick Church, and Bluevale Church as guests. Miss Winnifred Warren, returned missionary from China will be the speaker. All the ladies in the community are cordially invited to attend. Mrs. Dean Moir left on Sunday to take the plane from London to her home in Winnipeg. Mrs. Moir spent three weeks here, having been called home because of the illness of her mother, Mrs. McGregor. Sixteen tables were played at the euchre held at S.S. No. 9, E. Wawa- nosh, on Thursday night. Ruth Irwin and Jim Coultes held the high points and Mrs. Ed. Walker and Lome Scott were low. This was the final euchre and all agreed that they served the people of the community well as a social get-together all winter. Donald Templeman, of Gorrie, spent a few days last week at the home of his aunt, Mrs. Jack Shiell. Misses Pearl and Irene Paton, who spent a week of their vacation at New York City, visited with Mr. and Mrs. George Coultes on Thursday, on their way to their cottage at Tober­ mory. Mrs. Jas. McInnis is in St. Thomas this week attending the W.M.S. syno­ dical meetings held there for three days. Mrs. Farrish Moffatt, of Lang- side, is also attending the meetings. Eight cousins, Tommy and Billy Robinson, Cameron and Clayton Rob­ inson, Gary Robinson and Keith and Leonard Robinson of Belgrave, and Men, Women! Old at 40,50,60!WantPep? Thousands amazed what a little "popping up” With Ostrox has done, For body , , , » .old after 40 just bceauso low in iron. Introductory or "get-acquainted” size only 60(5, Try Ostrcx Tonic Tablets for new pop, vigor and younger feeling, this vary day. At all drug stores. Want to Feel Years Younger? Hall, returned home last week. Mrs. Brooks, Lois and Frank, who have been visiting at the home of her uncle, Mr, Jas. Mcllrath, return­ ed home on Sunday to Toronto with her husband. Harley and George Gaunt, sons of Mr. and Mrs. John Gaunt had their tonsils removed in Wingham Hospital on Wednesday last. Elgin Sleightholm, eldest son of Mr, and Mrs, Elmer Sleightholm, under­ went an appendix operation in Wing­ ham Hospital last Monday and was able to return home this Monday. Eleven children from S.S. No. 10, Kinloss, were taken to Lucknow on Monday morning to receive the Salk injections for polio. Rev. and Mrs, W. J. Watt and Mr, and Mrs. Archie Watt and children, of Toronto, who have been visiting here during the holidays, spent a day last week with Dr. and. Mrs. Arthur Watt, of London, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Lougheed and baby, Cheryl, of London, spent the week-end here, and Mrs. John Car­ ruthers, of Lucknow, and Gordon Fisher, who visited last week in Kit­ chener, returned home with Mr. and Mrs. Bill Fisher, of Kitchener, who spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, George Fisher. ’’The young people of the Presby­ terian Church held their meeting on Sunday evening with Lome Forster in charge of the meeting. Mr. Jas. Mcllrath read the Scripture lesson from Isaiah telling of the prophecy of the death of the coming Christ and the ultimate fulfilment, This was an Easter topic, and was enjoyed by all. Rev, N. Caswell led in prayer and the meeting was closed with the Mizpah Benediction. The north, east and south districts of Bruce County Women’s Institutes are holding a rally in Teeswater Town Hall on April 27 at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. D.S.T. All members of all the branches are cordially invited to attend and bring a box lunch for noon. Tea will be supplied. Mrs. Gordon MacPhatter, provincial president; Mrs. Arthur Hamilton, dept, representative, and Mrs. D. S. MacNaughton, our board member will be present, insuring a very interesting meeting. Miss Margaret Taylor spent last week at the home of her brother, Mr.. Ewart Taylor, of Lucknow. Mrs. Jos. Tiffin, . who spent the winter at the home of her son, George Tiffin, of Kinloss, was able to return to her home in’ the village one day last week, Miss Gladys Giousher, of Wingham, is staying with her. Miss Winnifred Farrier, who spent the Easter' holidays at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W, R, Far­ rier, returned to Toronto on Sunday. Mr, and Mrs, Aldred Kinnahan and children and Mrs, Edna Barr, of Lon­ don, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Thos, O’Malley. Mr. and Mrs, Frank Eckenswiller and family moved from Teeswater on Monday to John Mason’s farm and Mr. and Mrs. John Mason and Julia have moved to their new home in London. Mr, and Mrs. Levi Bieman and children visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Schirhart, of Waterloo. Mr. and Mrs. D, A. Hackett, of Ash­ field, spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Leaver. Mrs. Mason Robinson and Elaine spent a few days last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Camer­ on, of Lucknow. 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