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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-05-11, Page 2Face Two The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, May 11, 1955 News of Gorrie Grandmothers Were Guests at Women’s Institute Meetingl During a pullet's “growing” period—from six weeks of age to egg production—she is not earning income, but she is costing money to feed. The more this growing period can be shortened, the sooner your pullets start paying their way. SHUR- GAIN Super Growing Mash is a high-efficiency feed, designed to get maximum growth from your flock at minimum feed cost. Get your pullets laying earlier this year—by grow­ ing them out on SHUR-GAIN Super Growing Mash. CANADA PACKERS LTD WINGHAM Merkley Motors Phone 84 — Wingham TUBELESS T IR E -Sewtee Mrs. Allan Hyndman opened her home on Tuesday evening for the meeting of the Gorrie W.I., when grandmothers were guests. The presi­ dent, Mrs, Cecil Wilson was in the chair. Mrs. Glenn Johnston reported on the East Huron District meeting at Molesworth when plans were made for the annual District meeting to be held at Moncrieff on June 2nd., when Miss Kidd will be the speaker from the Department. Mrs. Tom Edgar and Mrs, Gordon Edgar, conveners of historical re­ search were in charge of the program. The roll call was answered by telling of a pioneer custom. The grand­ mothers gave a verse from their old school readers and were presented with corsages, Mrs. C. Wilson read a poem dedi­ cated to grandmothers. The motto, “Age is Not a Matter of Years But A State of Mind’’ was prepared by Mrs. Robt. Woods of the Lakelet Institute and read by Mrs. Glad Edgar. It gave some fine thoughts for those who have passed middle age, and have time to pursue the hobbies or pastimes they have longed for earlier in life. A few of the suggestions thrown out were: forget your age, cultivate young triends, be enthusiastic and love people. Mrs. Tom Edgar gave current events. The poem “A Child Needs a Grand­ ma" by Edna Jacques was read by Mrs. Tom Edgar; "Hpuse-Cleaning in Grandma’s Day” read by Mrs. Andy Edgar,” “The Wood Stove,” by Mrs. Gordon Edgar and “The End of a Perfect Day” by Mrs. Harry Fergu­ son. Mrs. Norman told of addresses given at Ontario Historical Society Conventions and of historical sites in Ontario. Mrs. C. Wilson conducted a con­ test which was won by Mrs. C. Gregg. In the Dutch auction Mrs. John Brown and Mrs. L. Vogan had their tickets drawn. Lunch was served- by the committee in charge. Woman’s Auxiliary Mrs. Earl Underwood was hostess for the May meeting of the W. A. of St. Stephen’s Church on Thursday afternoon when a quilt was quilted, The president, Mrs. Harry King, presided for a brief devotional and business period. Roll call was ans­ wered by naming a tree, flower or plant mentioned in the Bible, Mrs. Norman Wade read the Scripture and Mrs. Lawrence read from the Apocry­ pha, Mrs. Geo. King gave a reading. A date was chosen.; for the annual garden party. Mrs. T. C. Vittie, Mrs.. Geo. King and Mrs. Harry King are the committee to secure a play to follow the supper. Mrs. F. E. Russell closed the meeting with prayer. Mrs. C. Lawrence assisted the hostess in serving refreshments. United Church News The Mother’s Day service in Gorrie United Church on Sunday morning was largely attended. The minister, the Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan conduct­ ed the service and spoke on the theme “Parents, the First Teachers of Reli­ gion." During the service the follow­ ing children were received into the fellowship of the Church of Christ by holy baptism: Christine Margaret, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Austin; Theresa Marie and Patricia Anne, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Bridge; Susan Jane, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Carson; Eric Charles, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Dane. At 3 p.m. on Sunday a service of baptism was held in the United Church for Lyle Norman Morrison, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. David Morrl&on, Holstein. Packing Bale The W.M.S. is packing a bale for Korea and the ladies are asked to bring any good used clothing to the church any time within the next two weeks. The Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan will conduct anniversary services in Kip­ pen on Sunday, May 15th. The Rev. N. D. McLeod, of Kippen, will take the service in the Gorrie church on Sunday morning. At a recent meeting of Huron Pres­ bytery held in Bayfield, May 3rd., the Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan was elected secretary of Presbytery for 1955-56. The London Conference of Mthe United Church of Canada will meet in Sault Ste. Marie from June 7th, to 9th. Guild of St. Martha The Guild of St. Martha of St. 'x / - 2 at the Town Hall, Wed., May 25 nr Force1 ' MOW FEEL FREE TO COME IN AND SEE US Your RCAF Career Counsellor F/O Frank Creamer and his staff are making a special visit to town. They’ll be glad to see you and answer your questions Force life. Drop in for an informal chat from 12 p.m. until 9 p.m. Now’s the time to find out about a career in the RCAF. If you are unable to visit your Career Counsellor while he is in town—Write or visit him at 149 King St., London. Phone 4-7314 about a career in aviation and about Air Stephens Church met on Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Bruce Bennett, with a fine attendance. Mrs. Bill Bennett, the president, opened the meeting with the Lord’s prayer, and the secretary, Mrs. Wm, Austin presented minutes. Two sets of frontals have been ord­ ered for the church, Mrs. Harold David conducted a contest. A sale of shrubs and perennials yielded $6.00. Refreshments were served by the hostess assisted by the lunqh commit­ tee. Woman’s Missionary Society The W.M.S. met in the church hall on Thursday night for the affiliation service of the C.G.I.T, Mrs. Gerald Galbraith was leader. The Scripture was read by Mrs. Buchanan and prayer offered by Mrs. Bower Farrish. Those taking part in the affiliation service were Ruth Hueston, Sandra Edgar and Mrs. I. Toner. Karen Michel presented a piano solo, Mrs. Harold Pollock, of Fordwich, was guest speaker and gave the reasons of an affiliation service* The W.M.S. societies adopt the C.G.I.T^ girls and are to give them all the help possible in any way. . Mrs. Galbraith thanked Mrs. Pollock on behalf of those present and ex­ pressed appreciation of’ her fine ad­ dress. Mrs. Irving Toner presided for the W.M.S. business. A social time was then spent with Mrs. Toner and Mrs. Bower Farrish pouring tea and a group of the C.G.I.T. girls serving. Bible Society Rally Dr. A. H. O’Neil, general' secretary of the British and Foreign Bible Soc­ iety in Canada, expects to be in Gorrie on the evening of June 17th, for a Bible Society Rally for Gorrie, Ford­ wich and Wroxeter. Personals The Rev. Dr. Coleman, principal of Huron College, London, will preach in St. Stephens Church on Sunday next, at the regular hour of 2.30 p.m. He will be celebrant for service of Holy Communion in the three church­ es in the parish. Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Vittie spent Friday in Kitchener. Miss Thelma Stafford returned with them for the week-end, Mr. and Mrs. W. Barnes and Bill, of Kitchener, were Sunday guests at the same home. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Nay, Kitchener, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs, Jack Musgrove. Mr. H. V. Holmes visited with rela­ tives in Brantford on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Short, Ron and Carol, of Fergus, and Miss Norma Donald, of Guelph, spent Mother’s Day with Mr. and Mrs. Thos.v Short and Miss Myrtle. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hermiston and family, of Mount Forest, spent Sun­ days with Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Strong. „ Many friends will be sorry to learn that Mrs. George Galbraith was taken to a London Hospital by ambulance on Sunday evening and underwent an emergency operation. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Strong and Donna Marie, visited on Sunday with relatives in Drew. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jardine spent last week in Chatham. Mrs. Jack Hod­ gins and baby, David, of Chatham, returned with- them and are spending this week with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Jardine, and Mrs. Hodgins visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jack McDonald, Brussels. Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Galbraith and family, visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Fuller, Wat­ ford. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Chambers, Mr. Fears, Mrs. Fred Neill, Miss Frances Neill and Mrs. C. A. Neill all of Wood- stock, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Vines and Blaine, Listowel, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Holmes, Dorothy and Grace, of Molesworth, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Dustow, Mr. H. V. Holmes and Mr. Norman Wade, spent Tuesday of last week in London. Mrs. Margaret Willits, of Toronto, has moved to the former Philip Durst residence. Mrs. Geo, Foster, of Elmira, is visit­ ing with Mrs. M. Gilkinson and other friends. The sympathy of many goes to Mrs. Russel Adams, whose father, Mr. John Doig, passed away in the Listowel Hospital on Friday. Mr. Doig was a former resident of Howick Township. Mr. Gordon Brown has purchased Miss Annie Murray’s home, and will be moving to it at the end of June. Miss Beryl Bennett was home from Kitchener for the week-end. Miss Annie Murray has returned from the Listowel Hospital. Mr. Aug­ ust Keil is still a patient at the Wing­ ham Hospital but may be able to re­ turn home soon. Mrs. Geo, King, Mrs. M. Gilkinson, Mrs. Chas. Lawrence, Mrs. Gordon Underwood, Mrs. Norman Wade and Mrs. Harry King were in London on Tuesday attending the annual meeting of the Huron Diocesan Woman’s Auxi­ liary of St, Paul’s Cathedral and the Masonic Temple. Miss Kate Hazelwood, of Wroxeter, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wade for a few days. Miss June Cooper, of Fordwich, who has been hairdressing at Johnston’S' barber shop for the past fifteen months is leaving this week. Mr, and Mrs. Peter Merldinger and Mr, Carl Cook, of Kitchener, visited Mr, and Mrs. N< Cook and other rela­ tives on Sunday, Mrs. T. L. Melhnos, Mrs. Lottie Thornton, Mrs. Ethel Bradnock, Mrs. Wm. Wilson and Mrs. Geo. Brown at­ tended sessions of the Grand Lodge pf Ontario West in Guelph on Tues­ day. ’ Birth FYDELL—In Ottawa, on Thursday, May 5th, to Mr. ahd Mrs, Jas. Fy- dell, a daughter. Mother’s Day Service LOOK BACK 100 YEARS AT SEAEORTJI REUNION Old-time farm equipment machinery and household goods, of the type used 100 years ago, will be featured in a special display to be held in conjunc­ tion with the Seaforth Old Boys’ Re­ union July 30 to August 3. Gordon Mc- Gavin heads the committee orgajiiz- ing the display. Prank Kling, chairman, said that his program committee is trying to arrange presentation of Crossroads '55, during the reunion, an entertain­ ment program which proved popular when presented a few weeks ago. FOR FIRE, LIFE & AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE Call Stewart A. Scott Phone 293 Wingham • REAL ESTATE SALESMAN Representing: Dudley E. Holmes Listowel Mother’s Day was observed in Donnybrook church on Sunday. Misses Mary and Sharon Jefferson contri­ buted a duet, and a baptismal service was held for David Glen, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Naylor and Marion Joan and Marlene Ellen, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Arm­ strong. K Recent visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Thompson included, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Rutledge, of Gode-- rch, Mr. Harold Sherridan, of Oshawa, and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Rutledge and children, of Ingersoll. Mr. and Mrs. John Tiffin and son, of Wingham, were Sunday visitors With her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nor­ man Thompson. Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. R. Chamney included, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Craig, of Goderich, Mr. and Mrs. Elwin Chamney, of Wingham, and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Chamney and Larry, of Auburn. Miss Marjorie Coultes, of White­ church, was a week-end guest with Miss Grace Thompson. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Thompson and John were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Chamney and daughters. Mr. and Mrs. John Taylor and fam­ ily, of Belgrave, were Sunday visitors with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Armstrong. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Hiseler and Mr. Stan Hiseler, of Wingham, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Tom Armstrong. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Webster, of Fordyce, were Sunday visitors at the home of their daughter, Mrs. Stuart Chamney. Mr. Graham Chamney, Jerry and Sharon, of Goderich, spent Monday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. Chamney. Mr, and Mrs. George Reeves, of Toronto, spent the week-end with her mother, Mrs. Christena Jefferson and other members of the family. Mr. and Mrs. H. Jefferson and family were Sunday visitors with her mother, Mrs. George Thornton at Bluevale. As of March 1954, an estimated 67,- 500 full-time students were enrolled in universities and colleges across Can­ ada. PERSONAL PENSION POLICIES ASSURE COMFORTABLE RETIREMENT. . . CONSULT— FRANK C. 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