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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-02-11, Page 8PAGE EIGHT TWO Show* Saturday Night Thursday, Friday, Saturday, February 11, 12, 13 JOAN BENNETT FRANCHOT TONE In — "The Wife Takes a Flyer" For an evening of mirth see this picture Also "Andy Clyde" "Cartoon" "News" Matinee Saturday afternoon at 2.30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, February 15, 16, 17 MARJORIE MAIN LEE BOWMAN — In— "TISH " Mary Roberts Rinehart's Lovable spinster. Also "Short Subjects" BELGRAVE Horne and School Club Meet. Qn Thursday evening, February 4, the regular monthly meeting of the Home and School club was held at S. S. No. 5, Morris. The first part of the evening was spent playing Lost Heir and Euchre. "Health" was the theme of the pro- gramme, .which was in charge of the president, James Michie, The meet- ing was opened by everyone singing "There'll Always be an England," accompanied on the piano by Donna VanCamp. The minutes of the last meeting were read by Mrs. Earl And- erson in the absence of the secretary, Earl Anderson. The topic, "Our Health Programmee" was given by the teacher, Miss Dorothy Golley. This was followed by a demonstration of exercises to music, by the senior girls, and a choral reading "Playing Out- side" by the Juniors. A Health Quiz was conducted by Muriel Anderson GEORGE WILLIAMS JEWELLER First Class Watch Re- pairs at Moderate Prices All work guaranteed and done on the premises. 1 Baptist Church Rev. John Lucas, Pastor SUNDAY, FEB. 14th Pastor will speak both morning and evening. Services 11 a.m. and 7,30 p.m, Sunday School at 10 a.m. We invite you to attend church. WE SERVICE ee PATTISON Radio Service Phone 171 Westinghouse; RADIO TUBES Lituunit mricria Wallpaper Clearance Sale Roorni Lots as low as $1.00, $1.50 & $2.50 per room Living Room Papers, reg. 25c, 35c, 40c per roll at „ — . , 19c Bedroom Papers, reg 30c per roll • at 19c 10% Discount on all lines of Flo.Glaze and Canada Paints. Wedipaper Shop timpippopippipipposiipm . CURTAINS - Ready-made curtains in nets and frilled styles now on display, $1.19 to $4.95 pr. VENETIAN SHADES Made to measure for your wind- . 49c, 59c sq. ft. 0 WS. KING S ...111=11•110.411011MIMMIONOVII•••=•••• mormaliamomagsram DRAPERIES FOR SPRING :=4:7•74.-714:tgm.4.7.- 31.a.1-1 your new §pring drapes now. Make them early, before the hustle and bustle of housecleaning. We never had P. bigger stock for you to choose from. HOMESPUNS -- Striped patterns in Rust, Blue, Green, Wine 79c to 1.25 yd. CHINTZES — Gay floral patterns . , 79c to $L50 yd. §HADOW CLOTH — Soft Colours, woven patterns. Shadow cloth is al- ways in demand 50" RAYONS — Solid colours in self-tone patterns $1.00, $1.25 yd. 50" DRAPERY LINING—Natural colour ,59c yd. 69c yd. Omar Haselgrove's SMOKE SHOP — For Magazines, Tobacco Smokers Sundries PHONE 1.61. FREE DELIVERY' Smith's Economy Food Store LYNN VALLEY' TIP TOP CHOICE TIP TOP' CHOICE TOMATO SOUP tin: 10c PUMPKIN' ..... ..... tin 13t YORK FROSTED FOODS . Asparagus Tip,s; ... 34c Pkg. Green Peas ..... 24c pkg. Cut Wax Beans 24c pkg. Cut Green Beans 24c pkg. Whole Kernel Corn ..... 24c pkg. Lima Beans ' 36c pkg. Peas and Carrots . , 24c pkg, Whole Raspberries 32c pkg. Pie Cherries 28c pkg. Blueberries 26g pkg. Sweet Peaches 26.c. pkg. -1•111.1.1011•0•11••n ••• WE W/TH GROCERY STORES THROUGHOUT CANADA SUGGEST WAR SAVINGS STAMPS THIS MONTH. DALTON'S VANILLA DOMEST/C OR JEWEL EXTRACT ,.„..„ 8-oz. bottle 19c SHORTENING 1.-lb. 200 PAT-A-PAN PASTRY CALUMET BAKING FLOUR ....... 24.1b. bag 83c POWDER 10-oz. tin 25c Giant Size Palmolive,,Soap 2 cakes 19c Giant Size Supertuds ....... . . . pkg. 43c ICEBERG HEAD LETTUCE ," head 14c F'RESI-1 RIPE. TOMATOES lb, 27c FLOZDA TANGARINES dozen. 19e SWEET „JUICY ORANGES dozen 39c CRISP FRESk CELERY HEARTS, buneh 18e SEEDLESS GRAPEFRUIT 6 for 25C OUALITY w SERVICE PHONE 181 REGULAR DELIVERY WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIMES. A. W.. Deris McClenaghan, who,,has 'been stationed at Rivers, Man., is spending a two weeks leave at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben McCienaghata Serge Melvin Mc- Clenaghaa of Stratford also spent 'the week-end. at his home here.* Mr. Jas. Falconer spent a few days last week with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. John Falconer and, other relatives at Caledon. Mrs. W. R.. Farrier spent the week- end with her daughter„ Miss Winnifred Farrier at Toroato, Mrs. Lorne Durnin and son, Ross, of St. Helens,. spent Friday with her mother, Mrs. David Kennedy. Trooper .Robert Ross of Stratford, spent the weelsaend with his. parents, Mr. and. Mrs.. R. 5, Ross. Miss Teresa. Caskenette, who has spent the past few weeks with rel-. .atives at Kitchener,. returned home on Friday and Mr.. Bill Smith, who was been working, at Prestora also. returned to his hdme, here on Friday. Mrs. Robt. Pardon visited on Fri- day at the home of her daughter, Mrs. jas. Curraa of St. Helens, The Young People of the United Church held. their postponed social on Friday evening with a splendid attend- aece, enjoyed crekinole, with Russel Purdon, and Haeold Gaunt win- ning the prizes. for the most games; and Raymond Laidla,w the consol- ation_ prize. During, the evening splendid, coloured. slidea of the mia- sionary, work in Labrador were very intere,siting. These showed the sum- mer work of Rev. j. Burry with the mission boat, Glad Tidings, and his whater 4work, with dogs and sled, and the blessings of radio in that lonely band. Lunch was served and a social' half hour enjoyed by all. Tthe service in .the United Church here was withdrawn on Sunday as Mr, Ward was not able to come over the drifted roads. Brick Church . service was also withdrawn. Mr. john McGee has been nursing a sore hand, which be cut with an. axe. Mr. Harold Foxton of Wingham has taken over the delivering of the mail on Route 3 and Mr, Wm. Finley, after twelve years ion this route, intends to engage in other War work, His faith- ful efforts to get the mail delivered over all kinds of roads, has been. very much appreCiated by all on the route and all hope lie will have a well.earn- ed rat, The hay.VeSSet'S are busy Pressing hay foe 1Vfiss Emerson these days, The E, Wawanosh farm forum met 611 YfoAday mnitig at the home of .11•••••••• and Donna. VanCamp, with Gordon Walsh and Bill Grasby as captains. Gordon Walsh's team won. The lasers were given raw carrots and the winners candy. Audrey Anderson. and Amy Smith were in charge of a "Dorothy Dix" contest which proved great fun, Lyon Findlater and Mrs. Roily Marks were the winners. Candy was served and the meeting was brought to a close with "God Save the King." W. M. S. Had Fine Meeting The United Church Women's ;Mis- sionary Society and Women's Assoc- iation held their February meeting in the church basement with a good at- tendance, The missionary .meeting opened with prayer followed by the business period which was conducted, by the president, Mrs. J. Wheeler. The and financial report were read by Mrs. G. Martin and Mrs. J. Miller. The quilting which was to have been held at Mrs. T. B. John- ston's home was postponed on account of . the storm. Mrs. R. Nicholson' and Mrs. H. Campbell were named a committee to set up and mark a quilt and arrange for quilting. Mrs. H. Wheeler and Mrs. N. Keat- ing were appointed to conduct the worship service and the study period at the March meeting. Mrs., J. Wheel- er and Mrs. R. Chaniney were appoint- ed to meet with committees from the other local churches to arrange for Day of Prayer. Mrs. J.' Miller was appointed to represent the auxiliary on the board of. stewards, Visits to the sick were reported, Letters of thanks were read from ones who had been sent letters of sympathy. The allocation for the June bale was .received and is to consist of one quilt or blanket and a quantity of second hand clothing. Mrs. J. Miller con- ducted the worship service which was based on the theme "Providing Whole- some Recreation for All." The call to worship and scripture reading were taken by the leader. Mrs. 5, iMichie sang the hymn-"For the Beauty of the Earth," with the entire ',group joining in the last two lines of each stanza. Mrs. J. Wheeler led in prayer, The Cradle Song by Brahms was sung by Mrs. G. Johnston and Mrs. N. Keat- ing, accompanied by Mrs. C. Wheeler. Mrs, R. Nicholson gave the 'chapter from the study book. i'he monthly Offering was received and the meet- ing' closed with a hymn. Woman's Association Made. Donation The Women's Association took . charge with Mrs, S. Procter in the chair. A hymn was sung and the Lord's Prayer repeated in unison., Mrs. C. Procter read the minutes of the last meeting and Mrs. J. Anderson gave,,the financial report. Ten dollars was donated to the Canadian Aid to Russia Fund. Holiday bells are to be used again and are about ready for distribution.. Miss E. Procter brought thanks from the Sunday School for donation of $25 , received. Mrs. J. Anderson was appointed to !represent the Women's Association on the board of stewards, Three members paid their fees in response to the roll call, making a total of 20. The monthly collection was taken, The meeting closed with a hymn and benedietion by the president, 6th Line Group Met The Farm Forum Group of the 6th line of East Wawanosh met Monday night at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Stanley Cook. On account of bad roads the attendance was somewhat smaller than usual, The next meeting will 'be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Melvin Taylor, Missionary Group Held Meeting The Presbyterian Church Women's Missionary Society held their Feb- ruary meeting in thee church. Mrs. R. J, Scott presided and opened the meet- ing with the hymn "0 God Our Help in Ages Past." Mrs. A. Porterfield read the Scripture Lesson from Philip- pians in which, Paul testifies "that be- lieving in Christ, he could rejoice over anxiety," Mrs. Scott led in prayer. Minutes were read by the secretary and Mrs. J. Dunbar gave the financial repOrt. The members regretted their inability to attend the annual Presby- terial meeting held in Clinton and it is hoped a report will be had for the next meeting, The president remind- ed the members of the shower of baby clothes and other gifts for the bale to be brought to the March meeting. Mrs. James Leitch and Mrs„ A, Porterfield were appointed to meet with committees from the other churches to arrange for the world day of prayer on. March -. The Roll Call was responded to by naming a favour- iet hymns Visits to the sick were reported, Mrs. A. Young gave a paper entitled "Making Friends with Life" based on the text, "I have learned in whatso- ever State I find myself therin to be content." Mrs. Wa J. Geddes invited the Aux- iliary to her home for the Marcie meeting. The Lord's Prayer was re- peated. in closing, "Unity" Subject Of Address The regular meeting of the Belgrave Farmers' Club was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs.•Stewart Procter, 3rd line Morris. The usual social period was enjoyed as the group gathered, when cards were played. G. Johnston; Demonstration -'-- Mrs. Wheeler; Questionnaire — Mrs. Wheeler; Reading—Mrs. S. Procter; Lunch—Mrs. Wheeler, Mrs, T, P. Johnston, Mrs, A, Manning. It is ex- pected there will be a short address by a representative of the National War Finance Committee, Ladies' Guild Plan Programs Mrs, H. Perdue was the hostess to the Ladies' Guild a Trinity Anglican Church when the February meeting WAS held at her home. The new presi- dent, Mrs, R. 'Mecrea, conducted the meeting. The minutes of the annual meeting were read by Mrs. R, Procter. The members decided to make a quilt in the near future. Programs for' the year were made out, Donations were made to the Birthday Copper contest. Making Talent Money is to be a new feature of the years' activities and for three months each meariber will strive to add AS much as she can. to the treasury. The roll call Was responded to by payment of fees. Mrs. R. McCrea and Mrs. Streeter were appointed to 'meet with commit- tees from the' Presbyterian and Unit- ed Churches to arrange for World's Day of Prayer, The meeting closed with prayer by Mr, Streeter, Lunch was served by the hostess. Brick Church Annual ' Brick United. Church held its an- nual congregational meeting on Thurs- day, February 4th. The minister, Rev. G. H. Dunlop was in the chair. Stew- art McBurney acted as secretary. Satisfactory reports were read and adopted from the different depart- ments of the churches activities. The membership 'report showed, new mem- bers 1; deaths 5, Mrs. Thomas Taylor, Mrs. James Dow, W. E. Dow, A. Shiell, J. Shiell; removed by certificate 1. Total membership 73. Members of Session: chairman, Rev. G. H. Dun- lop; Clerk, Robert Coultes, John Bee- croft, William Wightman, Alex Leav- er, James Dow,. The election of offic- ers resulted as follows: Retiring Stewards, John. Mason, Stanley ,Snell, replaced by John Mason, re-elected, Herson Irwin. Other members are: John Taylor, Gilbert Beccroft, Stewart McBurney; Leslie Wightman, Mason Robinson. Trustees, John Beecroft, Robert Coultes. Treasurer, Gilbert Beecroft. Organist, Miss Beatrice Beecroft. Two new teachers were appointed in the Sunday School, Mrs; L. Wight- man, Mrs. Charles Shiell. Report of the General Fund showed, receipts of $406.06. Missions, $78.83. Women's Missionary Society report as prepared by Mrs. S. Shiell showed receipts of L. Wightman. Receipts $73.01, Baby Band report by Mrs. Frank Thompson showed that $4.40. had been sent to Presbyterial treasurer, Mission Band by Ada Dow. Receipts $9.05. Sent to Presbyterial treasurer $8.81. • Appointed Church Treasurer George Johnston has been engaged as Treasurer of the United Church, succeeding Mrs. Clifford Logan.. Presbyterian ChurCh Showed Progress The annual meeting of Knox Pres- byterian Church was held in the Church. On account of weather and road conditiona the attendance was not as large as usual, with Alex Port- erfield: as chairman. and Alex Young as. Secretary, the meeting opened with devotional .exereises, The different re- ports in connection with the work of the church during the past year were presented each showing a slight in- crease in givings over previous year., No. change waa made, in the officers, the three retiring managers being re- appointed, As the ,four point charge is about to be disbanded the Presbytery is con- sidering connecting 13elgrave congre- gation, with either Brussels ot Blue- vale.- The decision of which will be given. at ne,:t meeting of the Preshya tery. Chureh Donated To Russian Vaud Members af the United Church iiii I 1 1 I a I MISEMTMe HIGH QUALITY-LOW PRICES meetings and social times. Sergt. Melvin McClenaghan is laid up at his home here with an attack of measles. Addis Eileen McClenaghatt arrived home from Hamilton on Mon- day to spend a few days with her sis- ter, A. W. Doris MeClenaghan. Mrs. Jack Gillespie of Sarnia Spent the week-end with her sister, Miss Winnifted Farrier in Toronto. Mrs. Win. Scott of Langside, spent a few days last week with her par- ents, Mr, and Mrs. Neil McCallum of Lucknow. Miss Grace Richardson left on MOil Thurstlay, Februaii 11, 1943. day to, take a position with Thompson Bros. Creamery in TeesWater, A Red Cross social was held at the home df Mr. and Mrs. Fred'Tiffin on Friday eventng with an attendance of 63. All played games and then all joined in. 25 ,g.aines of bingo with cor- ner bingo and tfill:the-card bingo for variation, The special prize of the evening,. donated by..-Jim Richarson, brought in. $2.60, while the collection for Russian Relief amounted to $11.25. Lunch was served. and the social time enjoyed by all. was held at the ,home of Mrs. Victor Emerson on Thursday last. Mrs. Jos. Tiffin: was able to return home from Wingharn. Hospital' on Monday and is muelt improved'. aximinswisairms ims IN WINGHAM' IT'S ; donated $60.90 to the Aid to Russia Fund. Included in this amount was $10 from the Women's Association. Mr. and Mrs. William Robinson of East WaWanosh, Mr. and Mrs. Rob- ert Powel of Blyth, visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. A. Porterfield. Mrs. John Coultes ,Sr., is spending a few weeks with Mrs. James Leaver of Wingharn. Office Manager:* I dislike a yes man. I want you to tell me exactly what you think, even if it costs you your job." WHITECHURCH A special feature of the program was $04.67, sent to Presbyterial treasurer, $83.50. SUnday School report by W. an address on "National Unity" by Rev. .G, H. Dunlop of the Belgrave United Church. The president, Lyle Hopper, conduc- ted the business. In the absence of the secretary, C. R. Coultes, Stewart Procter acted as secretary of the meet- ing and read the minutes, Several items of business dealing with club activities were discussed. A donation of $10 was made to the Aid to Russia Fund. The group join- ed in a sing-song. Lunch was served at the close. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Wickstead, 3rd line. Honoured On 82nd Birthday To relatives and friends of Mrs. Hugh ;MacLean, a former resident of this locality, the following item will be of much interest, In December on. Mrs. MacLean's 82nd birthday,, the Bennett School Mother's Club of Hamilton, where Mrs, MacLean. resid- es, and which club sends ,quantities, of supplies to' the bomb victims of Britain, paid tribute to Mrs. MacLean as one of the greatest workers in con- nection with their organization,. by holding a birthday party in her hon- our, At this party 'they expressed their appreciatkm not only in glowing, words„ but also in gifts,.. In thank- ing the chtb Mrs. MacLean said', I am simply doing my bit in my own way and I love to do it. I'm only sorry I cannot do more:, Besides at- tending some of their regular meetings, Mrs. MacLean has completed over two ithedred hared-trade quilt• tops during the past two years, a record that ought to be a challenge to all other Canadian women. Mrs. Mac- Lean also has a son with 'the R.C.g,F, in Australia and is a native of Grand Valley, Ontario. She lives alone at her home in, Hamilton, does most of her own Work, bttt occasionally she turns out with her unselfish fello- workers whose one desire to to help others in the cOMeton cause of hum.' anity, Institute Meets February 16 The Home Ecariothies meeting of the Belgrave Women's Institute will lie held at the }Mae of Mrs. Herbert Wheeler On Tuesday, February at g.8P Convenors—Mrs, H. Wheeler, Mrs. Wheeler. Loll Call—Name the most useful article in your kitelten and why, Ad.. dreaSat/VIt'S. N. Keating; Music,-Mrs.` r Complete Eye t..otnrort Awaits yon by wearing Reid's Glasses. Banish headacho, 'see clearly any distance and read or seW With satisfaCtion. Cotitalt— R. A. Reid, EYESIGHT SPECIALIST Stratford's Leading Optometrist for over 24 years. At Winghatit ()Mee, Williams jewelry Store every Wednesday morning 9.30 to 1,2.00 noon, Phone 5W for appOintment. Mr., and Mrs. John Pardon with an attendance of 31, and with Mr. Jas.' Falconer as convenor. The atudy groups dsicussed improvements , in. farm homes and surroundings".. After hearing the broadcast which had been prepared by,Harry J. Boyle, a former boardcaster here. Lack of electricity .on farms, lack of adequate funds,. lack of help seemed to forbid much invest- ment for home improvement and beautification. Miss Keith had charge of the paper on how school areas were formed, and how governed by a trus- tee board of five elected members A Red Cross quilting The recreation period was in charge of Mrs. .Jas. Falconer. Lunch was aerved and a social time enjoyed by all. The next meeting will be held at the home of Jas. Falconer, with Chas. Leaver as convenor. All are in- vited to come and enjoy these forum AIMMININIdE