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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-04-20, Page 13LIFETIME SECURITY a Canada Life special contract providing Life Insurance and Pension Option all in one policy available from age 0 to age 55, CONSULT— FRANK C. HOPPER —Representative— Canada Life WINGHAM, ONT. News o f Wroxeter Tees water Minstrels Play to Capacity Crowd in Wroxeter ARMITAGE’S "Dry (Ztea-uem Mercury NYLONS Extra Stretch Tope Long Lengths 98c We are showing— % 2.0% Reduction NOW $1530 NOW $1040 NOW $1305 NOW $ 695 NOW $1080 NOW $ 780 Many others at similar reductions. New Spring Woollens for Tailored-tp-Measure Suits by Fashion Oaft - W. R. Johnstone - Bond - Royal York Huron Motors Ltd. Are Offering Until April 23rd 20% Reduction on the price of all USED CARS, TRUCKS, and TRACTORS 1953 Ford Custom Sedan Green - Was $1900 1951 Chevrolet Sedan Black - Was $1300 1952 Chevrolet Coach Dark Blue - Was $1650 1949 Ford Coach Light Blue - Was $875 1952 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery Was $1350 1952 Chevrolet V2-ton Pickup Was $975 All above cars thoroughly overhauled - clean inside and out - sold with 90 day guarantee. Huron Motors Ltd. A. D. MacWILLIAM Ford & Monarch Cars Ford & Fordson Major Tractors Wingham Phone 237 Teeswater Lions Club Minstrels attracted a capacity audience on Fri­ day night when they were sponsored by the Wroxeter Community Club in aid of the newly renovated community centre. The group, numbering forty, were introduced by Ken Edgar. From beginning to end there was never a dull moment. Dialogue, music ’and dancing kept rolling by inter- locater Walter Smith with Mrs. Smith as pianist, End men were Herb Duffy, Lloyd Sillick, Frank Renwick, Jim Myers, Jack McKague and Clayton McGlynn. The chorus singing was par­ ticularly good as was the step danc­ ing. The barber shop scene brought four ladies into the picture. Following the concert members of the Women’s Institute served refresh­ ments. Many took the opportunity of looking over the newly renovated town hall basement which is nearly completed. Those responsible for pro­ ducing the minstrel show are to be congratulated. Teeswater talent is as­ sured of a good crowd in this village. Over the years they have given sev­ eral plays here which were well re­ ceived. c St. James’ Guild The regular meeting of St. James’ Guild was held in the church base­ ment, on Wednesday, April 13. The president, Mrs. F. B. Millward, pre­ sided and opened the meeting with prayer and also took the topic “Grow­ ing Towards Eternal Life.” Members learned with regret that the Millward family soon leave to reside in Galt. An invitation was received by the Guild to attend a meeting on April 19, at Clinton, when' the speaker will be Mrs. Stark, of Japan. At the close of the meeting refreshments were served by. Mrs. Millward and Mrs. Bennett. Woman’s Missionary Society Mrs. Ken Edgar arranged and pre­ sided over the April meeting of the Woman’s Missionary Society, United Church, which was held in the church Mr. C. Pickering Skilled Technician Walk better! Feel better! Get relief from tired feet. Mr. Pickering will con­ duct this special clinic, giving you his personal atten­ tion and the ex­ perience of many years of successful work. parlors on Friday afternoon, April 15th. The Easter Theme was used throughout the meeting. Mrs. Edgar gave the call to worship and opened with a hymn. Mrs. Jim Sanderson read the Scripture and commentary, Mrs. Grainger led in prayer. Mrs, Harvey Timm read an inter­ esting Missionary Story. Mrs. Edgar gave an interesting address on the true meaning of Easter. “When I Sur­ vey the Wondrous Cross” was sung, with Mrs. Todd as organist, The president, Mrs, MacNaughton, presided for the business. Plans were completed for the Easter Thankoffer­ing whidh will be held on Sunday evening next, April 24th., at 7.30 p.m. Miss Grace Patterson, on furlough from India, will be guest speaker. There will be special music by the choir. Mrs. Frank Earls invited the group to meet at her home for the May meeting.. It was planned to hold meetings in the evenings for the sum­ mer months. The president gave a brief report on the recent Presbyterial meeting held in Wingham. Members observed a moment’s silence in memory of a life member, Mrs. A. J. Sanderson, who on Friday was called to higher service. Rev. E. W. Todd closed the meeting with prayer. Starlight Group The regular meeting of the Tuesday Starlight Group, Wroxeter United Church, will be held at the home of Mrs. Bruce Chambers, Tuesday, April 26th, at 8 p.m. Members in charge will be Mrs. Reg. Newton, Mrs. Jack Gib­ son and Mrs. M. Dennis. Mission Band The Buds of Promise Mission Band held their Easter meeting in the church schoolroom on Tuesday after­ noon, with an attendance of 23. Presi­ dent Davy Edgar gave the call to worship and opened the meeting with a hymn. The Easter story as found in St. John’s Gospel was read by Barry Grainger. Elaine Sanderson gave the prayer. The roll call “Signs of Spring” brought an Interesting re­ sponse. During the business session it was decjded to purchase Mission Band pins. Each member is to receive one upon the payment of a 10 eent mem­ bership fee, Mrs. Lloyd Magee read an faster story from the special pro­ gramme used, Gail Statja followed With a poem and a hymn was sung. Members then divided into two groups. For the primary group, Mrs. Lloyd Magee read “The Tiger” from “The Fig Tree Village.” Mrs. Ken Edgar read to a senior group new adventures from the study book “Chand of India.” The singing of a hymn and the benediction brought an interesting meeting to a close. Library Board Sponsor Euchre Seven tables were in play on Tues­ day night when members of the Lib­ rary board held a progressive euchre in the Masonic Club rooms, Prizes for high score .were won by Mrs. Allen Munro and Mrs. Wm. Taylor. George Day and William Taylor won honours for men. Low score was won by Mrs. Myrtle McTavish. Lucky tallies were held by J. H. Wylie and Mrs. Percy Copeland. Peanut guessing contest Was won by Harvey McMichael, low hand, Merwyn Grainger. The special bingo, a pair of Maderia pillow cases, was won by Mrs. J. H. Wylie. Members of the library board served refreshments, Mrs. A. J. Sanderson In Wingham General Hospital on Friday, April 15th, 1955, there enter- News of Bluevale The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, April 20, 1955 ed into rest a dearly beloved citizen of this community in the person of Mrs, A. J. Sanderson, following a long illness. Born in 1877, Nellie Gibson Sander­ son was a daughter of the Jate George Gibson and Lyda Worthington, pion­ eers of this district. Except for a few years spent in Michigan in early life, her entire life has been spent in this community. In 1902 she was united jn marriage with Mr. Abram J, Sanderson, who died in 1942. Surviving is one sister Jean (Mrs, W, D, Lindsay), Victoria, B. C, Two sisters and a brother pre­ deceased her, Mrs- John Grimshaw, Mrs, R, Laidlaw and Addington Gib­ son, Mrs. Sanderson was active in church and community. She was a life mem­ ber of the Women's Missionary Soc­ iety, a member of the Women’s In­ stitute, for many years treasurer of the church and librarian for the local library, She will be greatly missed by a wide circle of friends who through the years have learned her true qualities. Funeral services were held from. Edgar’s funeral home, Gorrie, on Monday afternoon. Rev. E. W. Todd, Wroxeter United Church was in charge. Pallbearers were Messrs. Andy, Arthur, Robert, Robert, J., George and Edward Gibson. Interment was made in the family plot, Wroxeter cemetery. Successful Year Reported at Annual Meeting of Institute F«<« Tktrto«» ; Mr. and Mrs, Stanley JSlliott and Isabel, of St. Catharines and Mr. and Mrs, Donald Fraser, of Walton, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mto, Robert Montgomery, of E, Wawanosh. Mr. and Mrs, Harold Walkey visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs, Melvin Rome, of Teeswater. Mr, and Mrs, Ben McClenaghan and CarJ visited on Sunday at the Uonaf of their daughter, Mrs, Bill Parker, of Brucefield. - ,Mrs. Ezra Scholtz and her niece, Jo Anne Laidlaw, spent a few days last week at the home of Mr, and Mrs, Clayton Scholtz, of London, and with her sister, Mrs, Cameron Simmons, of London. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Coultes and family, spent Sunday with Paisley relatives. Birth PARKER—On March 14th, 1955, to Mr. and Mrs. Bill Parker, a daugh­ ter, Beverley Frances. jHiiniiiiiiHiiHiiHinwiMiiiqiiHiinimiig I DON’T BE STUCK f | CALL ■ | CHUCK’S TAXI I FOR 24-HOUB SERVICE S I Phone 185 g COME TO THIS SPECIAL FOOT CLINIC QUEENS HOTEL Ground Floor Phone 11 WINGHAM For Foot His and Resulting Rheumatic and Arthritic Symptoms THURS., APRIL 28 11 a.m. - 8.00 p.m. 26 Years Of Faithful Service STOP . . . AND THINK! If you have foot pain, sore feet, painful heels, corns or callouses; if feet or legs cramp, if your walking, working, or standing is not as you would like it, due to foot trouble see Mr. Pickering, Thursday, April 28. ..He will discuss your trouble with you; and show you how Miracle Foot Aid can be just the answer to your foot problem. Many people liave been helped. Drop in for names and addresses. Talk to them, find out how happy they are with Miracle Foot Aid. Better still see how Miracle Foot ^Aid will help your condition. You alone judge the results. No charge for first consultation. Listowel, Kitchener, London, Hamilton, Guelph, Zurich, Brantford, St. Catharines. Z SEE THE BANK The annual meeting of the Women’s Institute took place on April 14, in the school room of the United Church, The president, Miss Emma Johnston, was in the chair. The annual report read by the secretary-treasurer, showed the many activities of the Institute. It has been a very satisfactory year. From the standpoint of educational, cultural and social activities. The financial state­ ment showed a neat balance, which will be devoted principally to further assistance to the Community Hall and to help furnish the Women’s Institute ward in the new wing of the Wingham General Hospital, which is being erected. The schoolroom was prettily decor­ ated with daffodils and African violets and the hostess at the tea hour was Mrs. R. A. Brook, assisted by Mrs. Roy Turvey, Mrs. Gamble and Mrs. Chas. Bosman. The following is the slate of officers for the ensuing year: President, Miss Ruby Duff: 1st. vice-president, Mrs. Alex McCracken; 2nd. vice-president, Mrs. Stanley Darling; secretary-treas­ urer, Miss Margaret Curtis; assistant secretary-treasurer, Mrs. M. L. Ait­ ken; district director, Mrs. Carl John­ ston; branch directors, Mrs. Chas. Bosman, Mrs. Bernard Thomas, Mrs. Jim Johnston; pianist, Mrs. Carl John­ ston, assistant pianist, Mrs. Alex Cor­ rigan; auditors, Mrs, Sparling John­ ston, Mrs. Chas. Hoffman. ■ Conveners of standing committees are: Agriculture and Canadian indus­ tries, Mrs. Gordon Mundell; citizen­ ship and education, Mrs. Bert Gar- niss; historical research and current events, Mrs. M. L. Aitken,t home eco­ nomics and health, Mrs. Chas. Hoff­ man; public relations and community activities, Mrs. Eldred Nichol; reso­ lution, Mrs. Jack Wickstead. Play Presented “Where’s Grandma,” the play spon­ sored by Morris Group of the Presby­ terian Ladies’ Aid, was presented in the community hall Easter Monday evening by the Majestic Women's In­ stitute of Brussels. Between acts Bruce Robertson en­ tertained with cowboy songs, accom­ panied by his guitar and the Thomas brothers, Douglas and Gerald, sang duets. Mrs. Donald Robertson was the accompanist. The play was very good and the acting of the “colored” people was excellent. and son, Bobby, Minnedosa, Manitoba, who have many relatives and connec­ tions among the Robertson, Nichol and Paterson families of Bluevale, Wingham, Whitechurch, Fordwich and Leamington. Personals Mrs. H. T. Colvin and children of Brussels, attended the Missionary meeting in the Presbyterian Church, on Sunday evening. Scott McTaggart, Goderich, was an Easter week guest of his grandpar­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Turvey. Mrs. Nellie Lillow visited Mrs. Ber­ nard Lillow at St. Joseph’s Hospital, London. Mrs. Frank Stamper, Mrs. Wendell Stamper and Miss Zelma Stamper visited at the same hospital. Misses Ethel and Florence Beattie, Seaforth visited their cousins, Mrs. R. F. Garniss and Malcolm Scott. Mr. and Mrs. Scott McLennan and children, visited Stratford friends at the week-end. Mrs. Arthur Shaw visited a relative, Mrs. Fred Johnston, in Toronto, in Easter week, also her son, Dr. Arthur and Mrs. Shaw. Mrs. Joseph Marshall and daugh­ ters, Diane and Elaine, Listowel, vis­ ited Mrs. George Thornton Easter week. Mrs. Stanley Darling, Jimmy Darl­ ing and Bob Hall spent Sunday with the former’s sister, Mrs. Wm. Lutz, Auburn. Shopping News from RAILWAY TIME TABLE CHANGES Effective SUNDAY APRIl 24th, 1955 All under one roof A branch of a chartered bank is much more than the best place to keep your savings. It is an all-round banking service-centre that provides services useful to everyone in the community. In ©very one of 4,000 branches in Canada, people are using all sorts of banking services. They make deposits, cash cheques, arrange loans, rent safety deposit boxes, transfer money, buy and sell foreign exchange. Only in a branch of a chartered bank areaall these and many Other convenient banking services provided under one roof. A visit to the bank is the way to handle all your banking heeds ^-simply, safely, easily. ABOUT IT Only a chartered bank offers a full range of banking services, including' Savings Accounts Current Accounts Joint Accounts Personal Loans Commercial Loans Farm Improvement Loans N.H.A. Mortgage Loans Home Improvement Loans Foreign Trade and Market Information Buying and Selling of Foreign Exchange Commercial Collections Money Transfers Money Orders and Bank Drafts Travellers Cheques Letters of Credit Safety Deposit Boxes Credit Information Purchase and Sale of Securities Custody of Securities and other valuables Banking by Mail VARIETY STORE It’s Cotton Time again in the Dress Department Make it a point to look over this popular department. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at the collection of smartly styled frocks at very moderate prices. New Spring-Summer cottons are arriving daily. SPECIAL OFFER THIS WEEK With every better dress from our Spring range ($5.95 to $7.95) a pair of 51 gauge NYLONS . absolutely FREE. Save money on these this week. Boys’ Gabardine and Pic ’n Pic DRESS PANTS. Sizes 6 to 16 yrs. Exceptional value $3.89 pr. NYLON ANKLETS Girls’ and Ladies’ Reg. 59c. Packed two pair in a cello bag. ONLY 88c Kiddies’ SANFORIZED JEANS Plaid trim - 2 to 6x $1.19 pr. GEORGIAN CHINA 22 kt. “Rambling Rose” 52-piece dinner set at a special low price $19.95 Men’s Smart Tailored SPORT SHIRTS Rayon acetate. Save up to $1.00 on these $3.39 ea. THB CHARTERED BANKS SERVING YOUR COMMUNITY I WAI.S. Thankoffering The Easter Thankoffering meeting of the W.M.S. was held in Knox Presbyterian Church on Sunday even­ ing. Mrs. R. J. McMurray, the presi­ dent, opened the meeting and was assisted by Mrs. Ross Gray, who read the Scripture lesson, and by Mrs. W. H. McKinney, who led in prayer. Mrs. Wm. Smith sang two solos. Mrs. Oliver Moffatt, church organist, ac­ companied the soloist and choir. Rev. Maurice McNabb introduced the guest speaker, Rev. H. T. Colvin, B.A., B.D., of Melville Church, Brus­ sels, who spoke on the text, “Go Ye Into All the World and Preach the Gospel to Every Creature.” United Church YP.U. The Y.P.U, met in the United Church on Sunday evening with a large attendance. Kenneth Johnston was in charge. Baby Band Graduates A largely attended meeting of the W.M.S. and Mission Band gathered in the United Church school room, oh Tuesday afternoon, when the Baby Band graduated, and was received into the Mission Band. Mrs. Bert Gar­ niss, new Baby Band superintendent, addressed the children, Miss Kay Johnston was pianist. Mrs. W. J. Johriston and Miss Margert Curtis are the faithful leaders of the Mission Bahd. Children of both bands put on a good program of piano numbers and recitations. Gaines were played and refreshments Served. Curling Club Euchre There were 15 tables in play at the Curling Club euchre in the Commun­ ity Hall. High score for ladies,’ Miss Jean Wilton; low, Mrs. Gordon Mun­ dell. For men, high score, Eddie Wad- el, low score, John McGee. Lucky prize winner was Johnny WadcL Curling Club awards were presented by W. J. Peacock aiid Jack Willits. Visitors from West Welcome visitors from the West Were Mr, and Mrs. George Bullard CASH PRICES For Friday and Saturday, APRIL 22 and 23 FRESH GROUND BEEF..................lb. 28c 4 lbs. for $1.00 BOILING BEEF, Plate................. lb. 25c Rolled PLATE OF BEEF (no bone) lb. 30c SHOULDER ROAST OF BEEF ... lb. 45c ROLLED ROAST BEEF (no bone) lb. 60c PORK SAUSAGE...............................lb. 35c 3 lbs. $1.00 FRESH SIDE PORK, Sliced............lb. 50c in Piece lb. 45c SHOULDER ROAST OF PORK ... lb. 40c CHICKENS AT MARKET PRICE A. J. LOCKRIDGE BUTCHER