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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1961-12-14, Page 18118 The Timee,Adyetetet December 14 lie .t.egion Auxiliary meeting. 'Phe meeting of the Legion Auxiliary was held Tin the Le. Mon Hall last Tuesday evening With the president,. Airs. A. B. Reilly in the cheir. Four new Ttlienlhers Were added: WS. R. K. Montgoill- ery, Mrs. Calvin Haskett, j, K. AlacNarnee and Mrs. Kay Elson, The mystery prize was won by.AIrs. Keith Dickson and the draw on the Christmas cake by Airs. Pat Crudge. ft was decided to install two new basins in the wash rooms. Plans were finalized ler the hydro banquet held Friday night and for the New Year's dance, which will take the form of a smorgasbord from 11 to 12 p,m. December 31 fol- lowed by (lancing. shower of deli clothes was for the doll new on dis- play in the Koffee Kup win- dow, to be drawn for December Personal items Lori Henson, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Henson, who was in St, Joseph's Hos- pital with pneumonia, was brought home last Thursday only to have to be taken back on Saturday, a very sick baby. Celebrant, 75, Partyitygungelt Mrs, Anna Brooks or Loi don the former Mrs, Arthur Elliott of Main St., Lucan, was happily surprised Saturday aft - email when eight of her rela- tives dropped in to surprise her on her 75th birthday, The unusual aspect of the party was the fact that she was one of the youngest per- sons present. Her guests ranged in ages from 76 to 86 years and had a combined age of 711 years, The party was arranged by Airs. Broeks' daeghter, WS. Ralph F'arkinson, who lives with her. The afternoon was spent in conversation and song followed by a turkey dinner, Attending the party were Arthur Reith of Ilderton, Mrs. Brooksbrother, Ab Simpson, London, brother, Allan Simp- son, London, a brother•in-law, Mr, and Mrs, C. W. Thomp- son, Thamesford, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mrs. Addle Delbridge, London, sister -in- law, Mrs. Laura Abbott, Lon- don, sister-in-law, Mrs, Eliza- beth Langford, London, a cous- in, and Mrs, Ethel Hazelwood, London. Lucan personal items Mrs, Murray liodgins, Miss Margaret Sach and Miss Ilene Donaldson of L u e a n were among those, who last. Friday evening, attended the first of a series of camp training pro- gram at Calvary United church, London, sponsored by the camp- ing committee of the Middle- sex Presbytery, Robbie and Jimmie McNaugh- ton of London spent the week- end, with Mr. and Mrs. Wes Revington, going home with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry McNaughton, Sunday evening. Mrs. Henry Hodgins and Miss Sophie Richards were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs, Cliff Abbott, Mrs, Julia Millson, (aunt of Mrs. Gordon Banting, Lucan) who died al the home of her son in Edmonton, was buried in Woodland cemetery, London, Nov, 30. Her husband Dr. Wal- ter Millson, was a United Church pastor of the London Conference a n d very well known in Lucan and district. Mrs. Florence Cunningham, of London, was a Sunday guest of her .sister, Mrs, W. J. Mc. Falls. Alr, and Mrs, Peter Wise- mah and family of Scarboro and Mr. and Mrs. George Stan- ley, and family of Hamilton were weekend guests of Mr. and, Mrs. Wilbert Stanley and Mr. and Mrs. Verne Towers and, family of Glencoe and Mr. and Mrs. George Adams and family of Birr joined the fam- ily 'gathering on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Henson celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary quietly on Friday, Dee. 8 at their home on Main St. with just a couple of friends as guests. Mr. and Mrs. T. Banks and daughter, Victoria, have taken up residence in Lucan. Banks is now assistant recrea- tion director and arena man- ager. Mr. Banks' appointment to this position was authorized by the Community Programs Branch, Toronto, Dec, 1. Debbie Kennedy, five-year- old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Kennedy, of Elm St., was guest of honor at a birthday party held at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Ernest Ken- nedy of Frances St., last Mon- day with 12 little boys and girls as guests. Miss Vera Wasnidge and Mrs. and attended her granddaugh- ter, Peggy's seventh birthday party, Mr. Malcolm Lamond, Lu - can's former constable, is now the proud father of a baby boy, James Travis Ross La - mond, born in St, Joseph's Hos- pital, London, November 25. In my rush to get Lucan news off on time last week, I omitted to report that my guest, Mrs. Irving Gibson, and I were among the large gath- ering who attended The Times - Advocate's fourth family ban- quet Dec. 2. After a seven - car crash prevented our attend- ance last year we doubly en- joyed this year's banquet and get-to-gether. Anglican WA elects officers The meeting of Hely Trinity Woman's Auxiliary was held at the home of Mrs. P. 0, King last Wednesday afternoon with the president Mrs, C. Me- Farlane making her last ap- pearance in the chair. She was assisted in the worship service by Mrs. E. 0. Lancaster. During the business session it was decided to purchase 16 study books and to send a gift to an absent member. Mrs. Jack Murdy "Little Helpers" secretary, reported that the col- lection at their party amounted to $12, Dorcas secretary, Mrs. T. A. Hodgins reported on the bale to Hong Kong. The Educational secretary, Mrs, Harold liodgins, told the story of Virginia O'Hanlin, the eight-year-old girl who, in September 1897, wrote a letter to the "New York Sun" to ask, "Is there a Santa Claus?" and the reply to Virginia by the editor. Both letters have been written and re -written many times since 1897. In fact, they have been read at least twice recently over CFPL radio, The slate of officers for 1962 were elected and later installed by the Rev. E, 0. Lancaster. Honorary presidents are Mrs. E. 0. Lancaster and Mrs. T, C. McFarlane; president Mrs. Erwin Scott; vice-presidents, Mrs. P. 0. King, Mrs. Wilson Hodgins; secretary, Mrs. Wil- liam Brownlee; treasurer, Mrs, Jack Murdy; educational sec - Leone Vanatter of Toronto and • retary, Mrs. Harold Hodgins; lir. and Mrs. Harry Pritchard of Norwich were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. N. W, Was- nidge and all visited the T. Stephenson & Son Fun er al Home, Ailsa Craig to pay their respects to the late Mr. Wood- row Wilson, 40, who was acci- dently killed in a lumbering ac- cident. Mr. and Mrs, Wasnidge attended the funeral on Mon - da,.' when interment was made inNairn cemetery. Mrs. William Sangster spent last weekend with her daughter, Mis. Herb Stretton and family megieteesiefeteemeleaerseiewfeetro:ve cgtreee•mereeerlie-egekeaereee ow** ;et Dorcas secretaries, Mrs. H. S. Stanley and Mrs, T. A. Hod- gins; social secretary, Mrs. Harold Corbett; Little Helpers secretary, Mrs. Jack Murdy; press reporter; Miss Lina Abbott; "Living Mes- sage" secretary, Mrs, Harold Coursey; honor a r y pianist, Mrs. C. W, Hawkshaw; pianists, Mrs. Roy Hamilton and Mrs, E. 0, Lancaster, The hostess was assisted by Mrs, William Brownlee and Mrs. Jack Murdy at the social hour, • To Fully Enjoy the Holiday Season with SAFE, COMFORTABLE ; TRANSPORTATION 4. 4 y • BUY A NEW '62 Dodge at Holiday Prices! WE WELCOME YOUR CALL FOR A DEMONSTRATION DRIVE Exeter Motor Sales 'Frei 'Dal* Prop. PHONE 200 NIGHTh 762W OR 763M „ Oitii********04•04040414e..41:1 News of landeboye By MBA. 4. H. PAWN CHURCH NEW At the United Church on Sun- day falter the service the pas- tor, the Rev. G. W. Sach, pre - aided for a Meeting with the members concerning the Ob- server plan, It was decided that every family receiVe the Magazine. White Gift Sunday will be held on Sunday, December 17 instead of Dec. 10. The Sunday School concert will be at the church Friday evening, Dec. 15 at 8 p.m. The ladies of the United Church held a bake sale M the Nu -Way Motors, Lucan, on Sat- urday afternoon, At St, James church on Sun- day the rector, the Rev. E. 0, Lancaster took for his theme Bible Sunday, it being the see ond Sunday in Advent, The service of Holy Communion was used. WI hears about bells Mrs. Andy Carter gave the Christmas message at the meet- ing of Clandeboye WI held last Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs, Arnold Blake. Mrs, Carter spoke on "Tice lovely and ancient voice of bells" describing the many kinds of bells and their uses, She told how the Christmas story has enhanced the song of the bell and how the tinkle of the Salvationist bell catches the ear on the Christmas air. Roll call was answered with an exchange of Christmas rec- ipes, Donations for White Gifts were received and a donation voted to Children's War Me- morial Hospital, London, The sick and shut-in members are to be remembered, President Mrs. David Kestle conducted the meeting., The hostess prize was won by Mrs, Carter, Mrs, Kestle, Mrs. Wilmer Scott and Mrs, Alex Macintosh assisted the hostess at the social hour, Guild President Mrs, Alan Hill was in the chair for the Guild meet- ing. During the business session a report of the recent bazaar t'as given, which was success- ful, A few items left were auc- tioned by Mrs, Omar Cunning- ham with brisk bidding; Mr. Lancaster presided for election of officers, with of- ficers being re-elected. President is Mrs. Alan Hill; vice-president, Mrs. Jim Cun- ningham; secretary • treasurer, Mrs. Cecil Carter; assistant, Mrs. Roy Cunningham; lunch convenor, Mrs. Omar Cunning- ham. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Cecil Carter and Mrs, Alan Hill who assisted the host- ess. BELL LINES WA ant Guild -Meting: Xrs. Andy Cater entertained' the ladies of St, .James church for the WA and Guild meeting with. 16 members: .present. Mrs. president, conducted the 14N4 meeting. Scripture les- son was :read by Mrs. John :Hewitt,. Rev. E. 0, Lancaster led in the Litany. Air. Lancaster conducted the. eleetion. of .officers. Honorary President is Airs. E. 0. Lan- egater; prealdeet„ Mrs. Andy Carter; vice-presidents, Mrs. E, follies, Airs. Bob Latta; seeretary-treasurer, Mrs. Karl O'Neil; -Lor.ca s convenors, Mrs. Abner Hendrie, Mrs. J. -Hewitt and Airs. Alvin Cure ningliarn; Living Message and calendars, Mrs, Karl O'Neil. Personal .iterns. Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Carter were guests on Saturday eve- ning at the turkey banquet at Fairfield, SS No. 1 Stephen, About 100 attended the closing - out party before joining the Stephen School Area in .janti- ary 1962, Air, and Mrs. Gordon Armi- tage, of Arva, were guests of the former's sister and brother- in-law, Air, and Mrs, Ernie Lewis, on Sunday. They also attended the church service at St. James, On Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Lewis attended open house when Mr. and Mrs. Hor- atio Simpson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at their home in Lucan, Airs, Alike Cunningham, of London, visited her sister -in - Mrs, Alvin Cunningham, last week. Miss S a n d r a Cunningham, daughter of Mr, and Mrs, Stew- art Cunningham, returned to her home last Friday from St. Joseph's Hospital where she had been hospitalized for a week. Guests with the Hendrie fam- ily were the Rev. L. C, Har - risen of London on Saturday, On Sunday Mr. Hendrie's niece, Mrs., Witham Walkom and daughters Heather and Debbie of London and Mr. Cecil Walls were visitors. Mrs. Charlie Eisen returned home on Saturday, Dec. 9 from St, Joseph's Hospital where she had been since October 25 lot, lowing an accident when she suffered a. fractured hip when in contact with a car near her home in the village. Mrs. Gerald Mil.lson returned, home from St. Joseph's Hos- pita], on December 6 after two weeks, following an operation. Visitors with Mrs. Clarence Mills:on were Mrs. Blanche Hodgins and Mrs. Will Tookey of London, on Wednesday.. On by W. W. Haysom your telephone manager Miss Mary Wells will be on the job Christmas day making sure your calls go through, Commisioner Firth retire Harry C. Firth, London, WbQ helped '1.e, keep- the ,Boy Scout movement Wye here on many occasions :during the past ge years, has retired as ficld earn- nissioner uf the Great Lakes. region. He will be succeeded by pro, vincial field commissioner El - per Lund who has worked in Scouting in North Bay and Chicoutimi areas. Commissioner Firth was a- warded the medal of merit for service of -outstanding .charae- ler by .the :01.0 scout for Can• ada. in 1952. He will Tcontinue 10 live in London. Sunday Mr. Clarence Wilson Ited a surprise on his birthday when his family, Mr, .and Airs, Ralph Millson and family of London and Air. and Mrs. Jini Beckett and Sandra of Kitch- ener, arrived with a prepared supper. On Monday Mrs. Jack Mills, of Granton, visited her (laugh- ter, Mrs. Gerald Millson, and f m ily. Mrs. Clarence MiIJon had X-rays taken again on Sator- day. Doctors report it will be another month before she can try to walk Mrs, Tom Collins and Mrs, EmilyTomes on Tuesday vis- ited with Mr, .and Mrs, William Darling. OA and Mrs, Ai Boggs and children left on Sunday to take up residence at Camp Borden, Mrs. Jim Sigsworh with her sister, Miss Mary Bell (Tibbie) Wright of London returned home from a trip by plane from Washington where they visited the former's daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs, C. N. Hughes at. Fairfax, Vir- ginia, Airs. Hughes heads the clinic at the ,T. E. B, Stuart's School. in .Falls Church, She received her training at St. Joseph's H o s p i La 1, London. Since returning :home Mrs. Sigsworth has been quite ill with the flu but is improving, On Monday evening Mr. and Airs. Jini Wright of West Mc- Gillivray visited with the Sigs- worth family. Miss Helen Sigsworth, with the Lucan group, attended the vesper service at the Centen- nial United Church, London, Sunday evening. Dufferin Hol.. el CENTRALIA. APPROVED UNDER THE LIQUOR LICENCE ACT OF ONTARIO •-• : ... . .','" •••••• Enjoy Sunday Dinner in the Harlequin Room .S4RVED FROM 4 PM TO 7 P,M. Christmas Dinner, Sun., Dec. 24 Make. 'Your..Reservetion Now — Phone 228-6648 ... . ............... isit Our "Maple Leal Room" and "Sportsmen's Room" We'II Be Pleased To Welcome You Open Daily from 7 a.m. to 121.m. Watch For Official Opening in January 44::01%40.;*541,041:s.Wit.rk4•PiimPikt.Pkg4emb2:24.0.PAMW•gistogiza.Wits-Nis•Kes.KstafgaAils4MstigaiNimWs4liz.tial.027ACitarAe5.4,41 CHRISTMAS MORNING SURPRISES SEASON'S GREETINGS Bell folks will be spending Christmas in much the same way as all families in Exeter and district. They'll .be en- joying turkey dinners and plum puddings, singing carols,_ opening brightly coloured presents and all the other exciting activities that go with this joyous time of year. There will also be time to relax and enjoy the company of friends and relatives ... Yes, we at the Bell enjoy the same sort of Christmas you do except for one thing—many of us will be on the job during some part of Christmas keep- ing our vital services open. Even though you and I can take a holiday, telephone service must go on, But. working on Christmas day is not without its compensa- tion. There's a happy, friendly spirit everywhere. which adds a. special quality to this one day in the year. And, incidentally, Christmas is one of our busiest days. We handle a tremendous number of calls calls to neigh- bours, calls to distant cities on this continent and, on occasion, calls to other parts of fhe world. But the nice thing about the great majority of these calls is that they carry greetings of joy and good wishes. Perhaps this is why telephone people get so much enjoyment out of the role they play at Christmas. On behalf of all of us here at the Bell, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you a very merry Christmas and the best in health and happiness for the coming year. Remember, now you can get double value on station -to - station long distance calls of 10 minutes or more within Ontario and Quebec placed after 9 pmt any evening under our new "Night -Economy Plan," Eketer, Centralia and Crediton new telephone directory will be going to press December 31. So please check your listing. Is your name spelled correctly? What about your address and phone number? Have you thought about ad. ditional listings? Other members of your family and relatives, roomers or boarders would benefit from having their names listed in the telephone book. If you are a business man, you can use extra listings to show other , firm names for your business, to asociate your name and residence telephone number with your firm name or to show after hour numbers for you and your key employ- ees. Remember, extra listings at little cost' make it easier for people to find you. For any changes in your listings, or any additions, call our business office without delay. The telephone number is 124, 'Yon still have tinie CO send a Priii. cess extension, colored extension or a color telephene this Christmas. Call Mir btlairle8g ffide (Exeter 124) and make your arrangements, Remelt" her, they Can be gift.wrapped and delivered to pa tinder the tree, In- stalation can be made after Christ - Meg, If it's for him .. If it's for her .. If it's for all of them! Gould & Jory has it! Yes, there's something 'wonderful for everyone at Gould and Jory where the many departments glitter and glow with quality. chosen Yuletide gifts for everyone on your list, top to bottom! .Clothing and accessories for men, women, boys/and girls. Quality footwear for all ages. Beautiful China gifts. Complete stock of dry goods including famous Kenwood Blankets. Lovely Luggage Matched pieces for men and women which can be augmented at a later date. Every- one's a traveller these days—ail ideal gift. Free Pant Suit Sale Men! Order your House Of. Stone suit today to get that Free extra pant. All cloths and all price ranges includ' ed, 'Don't miss out. ould 61, Jory OPEN THURSDAY AND FRIDAY EVENINGS AND WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS 'TIL CHRISTMAS Phone 974 Exeter -*61410(***Sikeriti(IW *itiiilt********10(0**Wii0(iiitioiteiNittklit* „,„