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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-09-21, Page 3News of Gorrie / Members of St. Martha’s Guild Entertain Wroxeter Ladies The members of St. Maltha’s Guiltl entertained the members of the Wo- ^.4 man’s Auxiliary and the Guild pf St. j r ’James Church, Wroxeter at their September meeting at the home of Mrs, Joe Bennett. There was a good attendance. The president, Mrs. Bill .Bennett opened ‘the meeting with the Lord’s prayer, Minutes were presented by the secretary, Mrs. Wm. Austin. It for the ri ij i FOR I I FIRE, LIFE & AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE Call Stewart A. Scott Phone 299 Wlngham REAL ESTATE SALESMAN Representing: Dudley E. Holmes Listowel was decided to send for material the other two sets of frontals for church. The travelling apron was opened and a nice amount was turned in for hymn books for the boys of the choir. Money was also turned in from the soap project. Quilt patterns were discussed and one chosen to make a quilt for the fall bazaar. Members were aSked by the W.A. to help the booth on 'fair day. 'Contests 'were conducted by Russell and a musical quiz by Frank King. The meeting was ed by Mr. Russell. Mrs. Griffith of Wroxeter and Gordon Underwood extended a of thanks to the Guild for a pleasant evening. A delicious lunch was serv­ ed by the hostess and committee. With Mr. Mrs. clos- Mrs, vote the the The ■Unitea 'Church News ’The Woman’s Association of Gorrie United Church met at home of Mrs. T. L. McTnnes. Eastern Willing Workers had charge of program with Mrs. Glen Austin, leader, on the theme “Harvest.” Mrs. W. Strong read the Scripture and a WROXETER at on cordial in the H. V. Buds of Promise The Buds of Promise Mission Band of the United Church held its first meeting of the fall season on Tuesday afternoon in the church schoolroom. President Davy Edgar conducted the worship service and was assisted by Bryan Sanderson, Carol Newton, Catherine Edgar, Gail Statia, Helen Magee and Joyce Heimpel. Paul Statia presented the minutes. The theme of the meeting was {‘Mountains,” A hymn was sung by the children. During the business period it was announced the missionary quilt made by the children had been completed. The children expressed a wish that their quilt would be sent to Korea. They are asked to bring to the next meeting small articles suitable for the bale, in answer to the roll call. Safety pins, needles, thread, wash cloths, etc,, would be suitable. Parents are asked to take note of this. Mrs. Jim Sanderson gave the study book for the older group from “Chan from India.” Mrs. Grainger spoke to the young group from Fig Tree Village. The group joined in a song taken from their song book. The meeting closed with the Mizpah benediction. Mrs. Lloyd Magee led in a game period. knocking out some of the concrete. Bill was able to take a flashlight and signal oncoming traffic over the hill. In a short time two boys who knew him came along, A doctor and ambul­ ance were called and he was taken to Palmerston hospital and from there to Toronto General found other The many and complete recovery, where he was to have a dislocated hip and minor injuries. car was badly damaged. Bill’s friends wish for him^a speedy Tuesday Starlight Group The Tuesday Starlight Group, of Wroxeter United Church, will hold its September meeting in the church schoolroom, Tuesday, September 27th, at 8 o’clock. In charge of arrange­ ments are Mrs. R. Flett, Mrs. A. Mil­ lar and Mrs. A, Gibson. Mrs, Jean MacDonald and Miss Nellie Ball, who spent a vacation abroad, will be pre­ sent to give a travel talk and show pictures. Any ladies in the commun­ ity who are interested will be cordial­ ly welcomed. Personals The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, September 21, 1055 Page Three WOMEN PETITION AGAINST SMOKE . Perturbed housewives in Clinton are singing the blues over factory smoke and have petitioned council for act­ ion. “It's darkening my laundry,” claim­ ed one. “It’s even getting into my house,” said another. Twenty-one of the women petition­ ed council and Clerk John Livermore was authorised to communicate with a firm about which the women com-, plained. ' * Clerk Livermore said housewives had complained of smoke before, but this was their first direct approach to council. Typists and Clerks .'Steadily 'increasing business 'necessitates addition to our Head 'Office staff. We .require typists and clerical workers, with or without I experience. .< We offer good graded salaries, five day week, two weeks vacation ; with pay, excellent working conditions. < If you are interested in < permanent employment Write or apply in person to THE EQUITABLE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA, W aterloo Home from Hospital Bill Gallaher, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Gallaher, was brought home from Toronto General Hospital on Sunday by ambulance and will be confined to bed for two months- at least. Early last Monday morning Bill was returning from Harriston and, when turning the sharp curve just this side of the Harrison farm, lost control and hit the side of the bridge, Tees- Ethel, know ifiiiiHiiBiiniiiiiiiniininiiiniiniininiiniiiniiHiiiiiiiiHiininiiiniinnBiiir PAINT SALE Martin - Senour K ■ a * We have purchased a limited quantity of Martin- Senour Paints in time for your Exterior Painting Complete Color Range New Tone Flat Oil Paint Regular Price Sale Price Gallon $9.20 Quarts $2.75 Half Pint 75c $3.99 .99 .39 ALEXANDER'S HARDWARE Wingham Council Chambers WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 8.30 p.m. HIGHLIGHTING— The Breeding, Management, Sanitation and Feeding of the Laying Hen. and who his 85th was also home from Drayton and Bob Cathers from St. Catharines for the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Colmer, Gary and Donna and Mrs. Wm. Souter, all of Toronto, were week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Ernest King. Mrs. Gertrude Beattie', Kitchener, and Mr. Ernest Fenn, Toronto, were also visitors at the same home last week. Mr. stone Pyke Miss with weeks at Minden. Among those attending the Western Fair at London last week were Mr. and and Mrs. Bowel- Farrish, John- Farrish and Miss Jeanette spent the week-end at Minden. Emma Irwin returned home them after spending several Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Gowdy, Mr. and Mrs. and Miss Dell Hays left for Western Canada. I KINSMEN Bluevale United Church Sunday September 25th 1955 Services at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time GUEST SPEAKER Rev. A. W. Watson, B.A., B.D., of Blyth i Rev. Harold West, Belmore, was in charge of the Sunday morning ser- , vice in the United Church, Belmore. Rev. W. J. V. Buchan nan conducted the anniversary service at Belmore. At the Wroxeter service a mixed quartette sang a number which was much enjoyed. Taking part were Mrs, Charles McCutcheon, Mr. Vern Hup- i fer, Mr. Gilbert Howes and Mrs. Ruth MacDonald. On Sunday next, Septem- i ber 25th, Rev. R. Gordon Hazelwood, . of Mount Forest, will have charge of anniversary service in Wroxeter United Church at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Assisting with the music on that date will be Mrs. Harold Hamilton, of Wyoming, also Mrs. Geo. Guest and Mrs. W. Callan, Wingham. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eldred Nichol last week were Mrs. Frank Tanner and son, Ross, of Millbank; Mrs. John Holmes, Stratford, and Mr. and Mrs. Archie Holmes, Newton. Mrs. Charles Veerchoor, Ann Arbor, Mrs. Frank Forster, Toronto, Mrs. I. J. Gamble, also Ms. W. E. Hainstock, Fordwich, were Sunday visitors with Mrs, D. S. MacNaughton and John MacNaughton. Mrs. Harvey Timm and daughters, Marilyn and Marjorie were guests at a trousseau tea given by Mrs. John Gedche, Listowel, for her daughter, Florence, whose marriage to Mr. H. Finkbeiner, of Dashwood, took place in Listowel on Saturday. Friends here learned with regret of of the death of Mr. William Arkell, of Teeswater, at his home on Sunday evening. Mr. Arkell is survived by a daughter, Miss Helen Arkell, and a son, Herbert, at home. Mrs. W. E. VanVelsor, 83, died in Wingham General Hospital, early Sunday morning following a year’s ill­ ness. Deepest sympathy is extended to her daughter, Miss Rona VanVelsor, t of Fordwich, and a son, Laurie, of Private funeral services I were conducted on Tuesday. A full obituary will appear in this column next week. Mr. and Mrs. Merwyn Grainger and family, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Noecker, of Moorefield. Mrs. Roy Sanderson entertained at a trousseau on Monday evening for her daughter, Hazel, whose marriage to Mr. Howard Ryan will take place on Saturday of this week. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Wightman and family, of Belgrave, were Saturday visitors with Mrs. D. W. Rae. Mr. and Mrs. William MacDonald, of Fordwich, were Sunday visitors at the same home. GUEST SOPRANO SOLOIST Mrs. Arnold Darroch of Clifford Full Choir In Attendance. Car Bingo CLINTON Lions Arena FRIDAY, SEPT. 30 i I Mrs. Harold Robinson, Marion and Carol, Mr. Robt. Graham, and Mrs. Allan Hyndman, Mr. Mrs. Blake McMillan, Mr. and Harold Hyndman and family, and Mrs. Arthur Chapman, Mr. Mrs. Geo. King, Mr. and Mrs. Norm­ an Carson, Mrs. Archie Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Irving Toner and daughters. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Yuill and John, of London, visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. LOrne Walker. Mr. and Mrs. Russe] Lane, Darlene, Hamilton, and Janice, of Tillsonburg, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Downey. Mrs. Ed. Strong, of Glendale, Cali­ fornia, was a recent visitor with Mrs. Frances Strong, Mr. Roy Strong and Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Strong. Congratulations to Irwin, who won $200 bingo on Wednesday Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Douglas, of Montreal, are spending this week with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman. Wade. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Galbraith and two children, of Geraldton, have been visiting the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Galbraith, Orange Hill. Birth KNEAL—To Mr. and Mrs, John Kneale, nee Pauline Heinmiller, To­ ronto, on Sept. 8th, a daughter, Catherine Jean, $3,500 in Prizes SPONSORED BY THE KINSMEN CLUB OF CLINTON •5 poem “Old Age and Youth” was given by Mrs. Buchanan, Mrs, Len Ruttan gave a paper on “Autumn.” Mrs. Gordon Edgar, pres,, had charge of business. Plans were made to serve dinner'to the Huron Presby­ tery, on September 20, Drapes to be purchased for the Sunday School room and a wardrobe is to be built in the secretary’s room. It was decided not to have a fowl supper and the congregation are being asked for a donation in place of the supper, Lunch was served by Mrs, A. Taylor, Mrs. G. Dane, Mrs. F, Feigel and hostess, The Friendly Fours will meet the home 6f Mrs. Fred Hyndman Thursday evening. Anglican Church News Harvest Thanksgiving Service The annual Harvest Thanksgiving service of St. Stephen's Anglican Church will be held on Sunday, Sept. 25th at 2.30 p.m. The Rev. A. M. Ellis, of Brussels, will be the preach­ er and will be celebrant for the service of Holy Communion. On Friday evening, Sept. 23rd, Archdeacon Mills, of London, will address a meeting of the Brotherhood of Anglican laymen in the Legion Hail at 8.30 p,m. Ladies of the con­ gregation will be guests. A invitation is extended to all parish. The Rev. F. L. Russell, Holmes and John Dinsmore were in London on Monday attending a spec­ ial session of the Synod of Huron Diocese to elect a Suffragan Bishop. Celebrate Silver Wedding More than seventy-five relatives, neighbors and friends gathered on Saturday evening to honor Mr. and Mrs. Lome Walker on the occasion of their 25th wedding anniversary. The evening was spent in social visiting. A beautifully decorated 3-tiered wedding cake centred the tea table at which Mrs. W. A. Cathers, of Salem, poured tea. Mr. and Mrs. Walker were recipi­ ents of lovely gifts including a chest of silver and floor lamp. Guests from out of town were from water, London, Mount Forest, Fordwich and Listowel. Returns from Hospital Many friends will be glad to that Mr. Jas. Douglas was able to return home on Sunday from Listowel Hospital. He is able to be out around his home. Mr. Douglas, has been extremely active for years, recently celebrated his birthday and we hope he may be spared to enjoy many more. Personals Mr, and Mrs. Harry Gowdy spent last week-end at Parry Sound. Miss Elizabeth Loundesbury, of Philadelphia, Mrs. Clara Scott, Mary and Spence, Morris township, and Mrs. Jas. Mair, Brussels, spent Wed­ nesday with Mrs. F. C. Taylor, and Mrs. Mabel Stewart and Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Fullerton visited Sunday at the same home. Raymond Bruce Hays last Monday Mr. and Mrs. Ken Hastie accom- I panied Mr. and Mrs. Jack Blyth and baby to Sauble Beach on Sunday. Mr. Drew, of Belleville, is the new C.P.R. station agent. He, with his wife, moved to Gorrie last week. Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Donnelly and Colleen have moved to Harriston where Mr. Donnelly will be agent in charge of the C.P.R. station. Mrs. W. C. King spent Friday and Saturday in London. We extend sympathy to Mrs. Ray Loutitt and Mrs. Burns Stewart in the death of their mother, Mrs. Con Revor and to Mrs. Wm. Gallagher and Miss M. Higgins in the death of their sister Mrs. Lennox, of Wing­ ham. Mr. and Mrs. Bowyer, of Cali­ fornia, called on Mrs. Chas. Lawrence on Saturday. The Bowyers formerly resided where Mrs. Lawrence now lives. Mr. and Mrs. Blake Broad and Elaine, of Markham, visited on Sun­ day with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Feigel. Mrs. Bertha Plant accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Plant and family, of Alienford, to spend a few days in London. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown, John and Jean visited Mr. and Mrs. John Brown, Stratford, on Sunday. Mrs. Clarence Sparling, Yvonne and Wanda, and Mrs. Glad Edgar spent Friday in’ London. Mrs. W. H. Marshall had a sale of her household furniture on Saturday afternoon. John Dinsmore was auc­ tioneer. Mrs. Marshall has been re­ siding with her son Alec at Strat­ ford for the past year. Mr. and Mrs. Walter King and Mrs. Earl Underwood spent Friday in Owen Sound and visited Mrs. Gertie Roseborough. Mr. Mac Hutchison, Thornhill, and his friend Peter Robinson, of Toron­ to, were week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hutchison. Geo. Gregg Mrs. Manfred at the Mildmay night. Wade, Paul and Birth TOWNSEND—In Wingham General Hospital, on Monday, September 12, 1955, to Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Towns­ end, a daughter, Deborah Anne. 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