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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1955-11-23, Page 3It isn’t easy to keep am eye con­ tinuously on an ambitious little character who is just discovering the world by exploring. As soon as baby starts to crawl around it is advisable to have a gate at top and bottom of any flight of stairs which he might try to climb. The Wingham Advance-Times, Wednesday, November 23, 1955getting the New Canadians to come to the meetings, and becoming interested in the church and what it can do to help the newcomers. Mrs, C. Coultes told the ’story of the pictures. Mrs, Lawrence Taylor, Mrs. Chas. Shiell and Mrs. Frank Thompson were appointed to bring in a slate of officers at the next meeting. Mrs. Beecroft closed the meeting with prayer, and all enjoyed the birthday tea that followed. The ladies shipped theii’ bale of used cloth­ ing last week, United Church W.M.S. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. of the United Church was held on Wednesday at the home of the president, Mrs, Jas. Falconer, who presided, Seventeen ladies were pre­ sent. The Scripture passages from Luke were read by Mrs. J, G, Gillespie, Mrs. Ben McClenaghan, Mrs. Millan Moore, Mrs. Walter James and Mrs. J, D, Beecroft, with Mrs. Falconer leading in the discussion on how thpse passages affect everyday Christian living. , Mrs. Russell Gaunt led in prayer, and Mrs. Millan Moore introduced one of the new study books, "No Vanish­ ing Race,” telling of the Indians found in each province of the Dominion, their increasing population, the differ­ ent missionaries who have worked and are working among them, and the splendid response they receive. I i 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 at BURKE ELECTRIC wingham PHONE 474 YaYaYa?^?Y: OUR CUSTOMERS x CALL THIS THE BEST WINTER TIRE SUBURBANITE hy winter tire good/Veasj 1856 biting edges grab take hold-boost you along any winter road-loose snow, packed snow, even ice (and of course mud). Drop In so®n ARMSTRONG 181 * WHERE YOH NEVER WAW0 BLOW YOUR HORN WHITECHURCH Brick W.M.S. Th W.M.S, of Brick United Church met on Wednesday last at the home of Mrs. Harry Cook with an attend­ ance of twenty and with Mrs. Ceci) Coultes presiding. The Scripture pas­ sages from Luke were read by Mrs. John Jamieson, Mrs. Ronald Coultes and Mrs,' Lawrence Taylor, Mrs. Cecil Coultes led in prayer, Mrs. Gilbert Peecroft had charge of the slides, "Visit with si. Stranger," These showed the W.M.S. workers FIRST CLASS WATCH REPAIRS Mrs. J. D. Peecroft played two guitar numbers and Mrs. E. H, Gros* korth led in prayer for the mission­ aries and the success of their work. Miss Agatha Coultes of Nanaimo, B.C., asked for toys and small gifts for children. Mrs. Ezra Scholtz, Mrs, Thos. Moore, Mrs. Walter James and Miss Olive Terriff were appointed to bring in a slate of officers at the next meet­ ing, to be held in the S. S. room of the church on December 7, as the Sunday School concert is on Decem­ ber 16. The meeting was closed bj- prayer by the president. Presbyterian W.M.S. The W.M.S, of the Presbyterian Church met on Wednesday last at the home of Mrs. Albert McQuillin, with fourteen ladies present and with the president, Mrs, Jas, McInnis, presid­ ing. Mrs. McInnis read the Scripture lesson from John 14 and asked, “What does peace mean to each of us?”. She asked members to take time to re­ member quiet things and thoughts of peace instead of fear and worry. Mrs. McQuillin led in prayer for the missionaries and the success of their work. Mrs. Earl Caslick read a letter from Rev. and Mrs. George Malcolm, of Tai-wan, Formosa, and Mrs. John Craig led in the Glad Tidings prayer. Mrs. Robt. Ross read a letter from Rev. John Elder, missionary in Brit­ ish Guiana, asking them to save Sun­ day School pictures and papers. The nominating committee, Mrs, Caslick, Mrs. McQuillin and Mrs, Frank Coulter, presented the slate of officers, which were duly installed by Rev. Norman Caswell: Past president, Mrs, Jas, McInnis; president, Mrs, Dawson Craig; 1st. vice-president, Mrs. Caswell; 2nd. vicerpresident, Mrs. Earl Caslick; secretary, Mrs. Gordon McBurney; assistant secretary, Mrs. Donald Ross; treasurer, Mrs. Johnston Conn; Home Helpers secretary, Mrs. Jas. Laidlaw; literature and library secretary, Mrs.. Caslick; welcome and welfare, Mrs. Robt. Ross; student sec­ retary, Mrs. Albert Walters; Glad Tid­ ings secretary, Mrs. John Craig: sup­ ply secretary, Mrs. Jas. McInnis; Mis­ sion Band superintendent, Wilson, Mrs. Donald — Mrs. Robt. Ross and Conn. Rev. Caswell closed with the benediction. Lunch ed and the December meeting will be held on December 14th at the home of Mrs. Robt. Ross. Mrs. Dawson Craig is taking orders for the Presbyterian calendars. Mrs. Jas. Ross; pianists, Mrs,Johnston Page Tlurea the meeting was serv- the hot plate. Conveners were reminded that Miss M. Brophy would be glad to have reports of the meetings. A donation of $50.00 was sent to the Huron County W. I. Scholarship Fund. It was agreed that the cars taking mem­ bers to conventions and rallies, be paid 10c a mile one way, The roll cal) was answered with "An Unforgettable Act of Kindness Shown Me,” The address was given by­ Mrs, T. Clark, Goderich, district pre­ sident, who told of the highlights of area convention and the Women's Federation of Agriculture convention, Mrs. G. Michie led in community sing­ ing. Mrs. Earl Anderson conducted a quiz. Lunch was served by Mrs, M. Taylor, Mrs. W, Scott and Mrs, A. Coultes. community centre. There were • tables in play, High prizes were won by Mrs. Ray Crawford and Jack Me- Callum. Consolation prizes went to Mrs, Richard Procter and Abner Nethery. CASH if you live, CASH if you die, . Protection for the family Comfort for your retirement All in one policy, CONSULT— FRANK C. HOPPER Euchre Party The weekly progressive euchre was held on Wednesday evening in the —Representative— Canada Life WINGHAM, ONT He knows where you should shop PURDON of course BURKE ELECTRIC Offers You Moffat Ranges.........................$199.75 up Refrigerators .....................|............$249.95 Automatic Washers & Driers .. $229.95 up Washing Machines.................$109.75 up Portable Ironers.......................$ 79.50 up Radios — car, mantle & combination Record Players.......................$13.95 up Hoover Floor Polishers.............$49.50 up Hoover Vacuum, Cleaners $59.95 to $159.75 Electric Blankets.............$29.95 to $59.50 Heating Pads.......................$5.95 to $9.95 Glassheat Heaters..................... Electric Fan Heaters............... Sandwich Grills.............$8.50 Coffee Percolators..........$5.95 Toasters..............<..............$ 3.45 Electric & Steam Irons ... $3.98 to $28.95 Food Mixers........ Electric Shavers .. Electric Kettles Electric Heaters Electric Clocks Moffat Electropails Fixtures Floor, Table, Bridge & Bedroom Lamps Electric Farm Equipment $39.95 up $15.95 up to $17.75 to $34.95 to $36.95 .... $21.95 to $58.95 .... $21.95 to $31.25 Flashlights Leland Motors Numerous Smaller Gift Suggestions 95c up Jr .v.VTRiiis i $ aS® a 351 —i—nt s Jas., Laidlaw Injured James Laidlaw met with a nasty ac­ cident last Wednesday evening around midnight during the high wind storm. The garage doors were pounding in the wind and James went out to close them. The wind lifted the door and knocked him down, and his head struck a piece of cement cutting a heavy gash which required a dozen stitches across the top of his fore­ head. His boots were caught between the two doors when the door dropped and he had to pull his feet out of his shoes before he could free himself. Personals Roy McGee, of Kitchener, spent the week-end with his brother, Gordon McGee. Mrs. McPhail, who spent the past few weeks with her sister, Mrs, And­ rew Wilson, left last week to spend the winter at the home of her son, Mr. J. McPhail, of Winnipeg. Mr. and Mrs. Lome Scott attended a family dinner party at the home of her sister, Mrs. Selah Breckenridge, of Jamestown, on Saturday night. Eight tables played euchre at S.S. No. 9, East Wawanosh on Friday evening. Lloyd Montgomery and Ruth­ erford Reavie held high points and Mrs. Gordon McBurney and Frank Thompson held low points. Elmer Ire­ land won the mystery prize. All en­ joyed the social time together and they decided to hold the next euchre on December 2. Mr, and Mrs. Allan Armes and Mary, of Windsor, spent the week-end at the home of her sister, Mrs. Cecil Coultes. Jack Taylor and Graeme Anderson attended the Winter Fair in Toronto last week going in the Campbell truck and took a load of cattle down. When at Islington, a car jammed into the back of the truck, breaking the door in, and the cattle led merry chase before they corralled. them a were all bus tripAmong those who took the to Toronto Fair from here on Thurs­ day were: Albert Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. H. D. McDonald, Gordon Rintoul, Russell Gaunt, Jamieson Pettapiece, Johnston Conn. This community extends congratu­ lations to Murray Gaunt, who won the Queen’s Quineas at the Winter Fair last week, with his 4-H Short horn calf. Birth FARRIER—At Long Branch, on Fri­ day, November 11, 1955, to Mr. and Mrs. Carman Farrier, a daughter, Carol Elaine, a sister for Brian and Coleen. and Bargains throughout the store ladies’ Skirts $1.95 WITH SPECIALS LIKE THESE LADIES’ SUITS AU colors and materials WHILE THEY LAST! Half Price 79C Ball THREE DAYS ONLY Reg. $3.95, $4.95, $5.75 Extra Special Children s One-piece SNOW SUITS Fuzzy-Wuzzy ANGORA WOOL § 10% OFF ON ALL S t | w /u vi i CHILDREN’S WEAR | | t $ FLOOR COVERING Congoleum Gold Seal All shades. Reg. 90c yd. | SPECIAL 70c sq. yd k CHILDREN’S WEAR DRESSES, SKIRTS, BLOUSES, BLAZERS I | will hold ANY item until Christmas. | Delivery Christmas Eve. ALL APPLIANCES GUARANTEED. BELGRAVE Monarch Use our Convenient Lay-A-Way Plan Do your Christmas Shopping now. SAVE MONEY BETTER SELECTION | Terms available if you wish. g. until Christmas. » The regular meeting of the Bel­ grave Women’s Institute was held in the community centre on Tuesday afternoon, of last week. The convener for community activities, Mrs. George Michie, was in charge of the meeting. Mrs. W, Scott conducted the business. There were 24 members and four visi­ tors present. It was stated that the W. I. rally would be held in Grand Bend on November 22nd. Toques, several scarves and small underwear were received and are to be sent to the Unitarian Committee for Korea. Mrs. C. Wade and Mrs. C. Logan offered to package and send these items away. A splendid collec­ tion of articles for the local Children’s Aid was received at this meeting. It was decided to ask the arena board to have ah electric outlet installed to make it more convenient to use the electric kettle, Mrs, J. Wheeler offer* y 1 cd a small table to be used for holding Mallard and Jacora KNITTING WOOL Reg. 29c 25c 5 for $1.00 Purdon’s Ladies' and Children's Wear