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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-04-15, Page 8PAGE WINGHAM ADVANCE-TIAMS Thursday, April 15th, 1943 (011;;(0)01=110 U vision, He made it clear that town- ship school boards would not lead to consolidated' schools as many people fear. Jams Michie led in an interesting discussion of the subjects dealth with by the speakers. C, R, Coultes introduced, the resolu- tion forwarded from the 13 elgraye Farmers' Club regarding a Hog Pro- ducers Association in the County. H. Sturdy, president of the East Wawana- osh unit, president William Turnbull of the Grey unit and C, Wheeler, reeve of Morris, also spoke briefly. J. Michie and W, Spier ,moved vote of thanks to the speakers and visitors. The meeting closed with the National Anthem. Woman's Group To Buy Victory Bond The regular meeting of Knox Vni- ted Church Women's Association was held in the basement of the church, followed by the Easter Thankoffering meeting of the Women's Missionary Society. There was a good attendance of ladies, The president, Mrs. S. Procter, conducted the opening meet- ing which began with singing and prayer, The minutes and treasurer's report were read and routine business dealt with. The treasurer was instruc- ted to purchase a $100.000 bond in the coming Victory Loan. It was also decided to buy a gasoline lamp from the local Foresters for use in the church. Thankoffering Meeting Held Mrs, j, Wheeler took the chair for the Thankoffering meeting which had for its theme, "Africa for Christ," which was divided into three parts— "A Man from Africa Carries the Cross of Christ," "Christian Missions bring Africans into the World Church," and "Gifts and Praper for Africa." Those taking part in the fine worship serv- ice were: Mrs. G. Martin, Mrs. S. Procter; Mrs. E. Anderson. Leading the prayers were: Mrs. H. Wheeler, MI's. J. Miller, Mrs. R. Chamney and Mrs.. J. Wheeler.- Mrs. J, Michie re- viewed in a very interesting way, the new .leaflet—"As a Sharpened Tool." Easter hymns were sung throughout the service. Mrs. C. Procter gave a short paper on Christian Stewardship. The thankoffering was received and a duet was sung by Mrs. G. Johnston and Mrs, N. Keating.-entitled "Ivory Palaces." The business period follow- ed when minutes of the last meeting and treasurer's report were read. • Mrs. S. Procter and Mrs. J. M. Coul- tes, were appointed to arrange and conduct the worship service at the May meeting. Delegates were appointed to attend the Presbyterial in Brussels on April 20th, Mrs. E. Anderson and Mrs. T: B. Johnston. Plans were made for a Mission Band Tea and Quilting to be held in May, The meeting closed with the bene- diction by the president. O U SHIRTS - TIES White shirts, colourful- ties styled by ARROW of course. Every man will want these distinctive leaders for Easter. Shirts, .. $2.50 up. • Ties . . . $1.00 KING'S Routine Vsiness was dealt with. Mrs. John Wickstead sang and was accompanied by Mrs. J. M. Coultes. Matheson.in his address stress- ed the need of more independent think- ieg among farMers. He urged them to depend more on their own convic- tions.than on the, theories of someone else. The meeting closed' with God Save the King, after which lunch was serv- ed. children spent Suiiday at the home of his sister, Mrs. Ed.' Marsh of Wing- ham Junction. a • - Trooper Bob - Ross of Camp Borden, spent the 'Week-end at his 'home here. Red Cross quiltings were held last week at the .homes. of Mrs. Ernest Casemore, Mrs. Jas. Laidlaw and Mrs. Jas. Falconer. Mrs. Walter Lott spent the week- end at Waterford with Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Lott. Don't forget the ,crokinole social in the basement of the United Church this Friday evening. All are cordial- ly invited to attend this Y. P. U. meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kerr and baby daughter of Bl'uevale, spent a day last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Laidlaw. Mr. J. D. Beecroft unloaded a car of Canada PaCkers FertiliZer at the station here last week. AC. Gordon Alley of Port Albert, spent a 48-hour leave front Port Al- bert at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Falconer this week-end. Miss Roberta Mowbray spent the week-end at the home of ,Mr. and Mrs. Gordon MacKay, Wingham, and Mrs. Hector MacKay and Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Mowbray visited there on Sun- day. Euchre and Dance For War Work The Sunshine War Workers of the 5th concession of Morris Township, held a euchre and dance in the town- ship hall - and raised $16.35 for war work, Prizes for high score in the . cards were won by Mrs. Joseph, Holmes and Robert Michie. McCall's Orchestra of Walton furnished music for dancing. Lunch was served, BLYTH Y. P. U, Plan Social Evening The Young People's 'Union of the United Church met in the -basement of the church Friday evening, with the president, George Johnston in the chair. Rev. G. H. Dunloy led in prayer. .Minutes of the last meetini• were read and the roll call responded to. , "Afterglbw" was the title of a poem read by Miss Ruth McGuire. Miss Margaret Coulter gave a paper entitled "You." A Social Evening was planned for the Easter holidays. The offering was taken and the meet- ing closed with a hymn and the Ntiz- pah benediction. Red Cross Shipments The Red Cross Society packed 36 quilts and one afghan on Friday, for shipment to Toronto, There passed away early Sunday -touting, Mr. James Hamilton in his 5th year, his wife Jean Walt prede- eased him several years. Surviving re. Om daughters and two sons; Nor- nan on the old homestead in. Hullett -ownship, Keith, principal of St. 'hotnas Collegiate. Deceased was a nember of the United Church and vas always in his place when health )ermitted. Service was held on 'rues- lay at his late home and was in charge if Rev. A. W., Sinclair of the United 'hurch. Interment in Union Ceme- cry. Mrs. Rev, W. J. Taylor of Dor- Inger visited her mother, Mrs. Phe- be Taylor. Mrs. Hattie Hyde of Westlake, Alta. s visiting her brother, Mr. Robert Nightman and other friends in this The Women's Institute completed beautiful autograph victory quilt and )resented to Captain C. D. Kilpatrick verseas, to be placed in a Canadian Iospital for our gallant defenders of Democracy. tillt110111.111011101111111111110111101111111110111011101111/1111011011111111111111101101110111111111811101mo ------ Good Looks Are Only a , Hot Cross Buns Easter Week would not i be complete without t ( Gibson's delicious Hot Cross Buns 25c a dozen Gibson's (Always the Best) masinsmemoneskun Bakery Now In Progress MUCH INTEREST Don't The Miss Pilgrims Hearing Nightly 8 p.m. School House, Lower Wingham Baptist Church Rev. John Lucas, Pastor SUNDAY, APRIL 18th 11-a.m,—"The Holiness of God", 7 p.m.—"thristiari Evangelism° Sunday School 10 amt, We invite you to come to chureh a Part of the Story ilk 0.4# • WHITECHURCH Mr, Donald Watt of Grimsby; who finished with his High School course last' week, is spending the next few months • at the home of Mr. Milian Moore, , Mrs. Robt., Laidlaw and family of Langside, spent Sunday at the home of Mr, Jas. Laidlaw. AC. Elroy Laidlaw of Winnipeg, who has been visiting at his home here, spent a few days last week at Fingal with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Laidlaw. Mr. and Mrs, Eli Jacques left their home here on Wednesday last with their son, Mr. -George Jacques and they will spend the next few months at Preston. Mrs. Russell Gaunt and Janet spent the week-end in Toronto with her sis- ter, Miss Leak Cottle. Mrs, George Taylor of E, Wawatt- osh hal- been with her parentS, in Hamilton during the past two, weeks, on account of her mothers illness. Mr. and ,Mrs, Ernest CaSettOre and a W. M. S. Plan, Thankoffering The Women's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church met in the church. Mrs, James Leitch and Mrs. Joseph Dunbar having charge of the devotional period. Minutes of the March meeting were read by the secretary, Mrs. A, Porterfield, and ap- proved. Plans were completed for the Easter Thankoffering meeting. A let- ter of thanks was read from the presi- dent, Mrs, R. J. Scott for flowers, cards and letters from the Society, re- ceived by her Athile in Hospital in Toronto, Clippings from the Glad Tidings were read and commented on, The Topic which was "The Witness of the Church," was taken by Mrs. Porter- field. Visits to the sick and shut-ins were reported. The meeting closed with prayer by Mrs. Dunbar. Ladies' build DJd Work On Quilt The Ladies' Guild of Trinity Ang- lican Church met at the home of the president, Mrs. R. McCrea. The rector, Rev, P. H. Streeter, conducted the worship service which opened with the hymn, "Blest be the Tie that Binds," followed by prayer, Mrs. W. Erydges was in Charge of the program, Mrs. Streeter gave the Bible reading, The roll call was re- sponded to by naming a favourite text, A paper entitled 'Easter Thoughts" U U I N Suit and Coat Prices $22.50 to $42.50 Look over our New Spring Samples. 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" Frilling . .. . „..35c up. Collar Sets ,', $1.00 $1,50 • SCARFS Pure white or gay colours,. Take your choice either will give that finished look to yout coat or Suit., $1.00 - $1.5'0 was given. by Mrs, *Richard Procter. Mrs. McCrea conducted the business period, a number oNartieles were sold and Talent money donated, Work was done at a quilt which the society are making. Lunch was served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. Streeter, Mission Band Met Sunday The Happy' Hearts Mission Band of the United Church met in the school room of tile church on Sunday morn- leg,. during the plumb service, with an attendance of 23. The Meeting opened with God Save the King, Minutes of the last meeting were read by Florence Cook, An Easter poem was read by Lloyd And- erson, The leader, Mrs. T, E. Johnston, read the Scripture lesson. An Easter song was sung by five girls; Marjorie and Marlene MacKenzie, Donna And- erson, Mildred Cook and Catherine Keating. Mildred Higgins was in charge of the story entitled "This Joy- ful Easter Time." Mary Procter and Mildred Higgins will be in charge of the next meeting and Muriel Anderson will read the Bible. Story,. Easter Thankoffering envelopes were given out, The meet- ing closed with a hymn and the ,Miz- pah beeedictioe.• • — Miss Norma VanCamp of the staff of Victoria Hospital, London, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William VanCamp. !Gibson Armstrong, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Armstrong, has enlisted in the R.C.A.F, and reported at London, on Monday. Mr. and Mrs, William Cole have re- turned to their home • from London, after spending the winter with their daughter, Mrs. Neil Montgomery. John T. Coultes of East Wawanosh, who is over 80 years of age, under- went an operation in Victoria Hospital, London: Private Jack McKenzie spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. McKenzie, LAC. Charles Gardner of the R.C. A.F. School, Clinton, with Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wheeler. Mr.. and Mrs. Narvey McGee of Auburn, with Mrs. W. J. Geddes, Miss Elizabeth Mills of Blyth, will hold a Recital of School Music in the Town. Hall, Blyth, on Friday evening,. April 16, when a number of schools where she supervises music, will be present to put on the programme. S. S. No. 5, Morris, will take part in the programme. Ashfield Speaker At Farmers' 'Club Murdock Matheson of Ashfield, was guest speaker at a meeting'of the Bel- graVe Farmers' Club at the home of Mr. and Mrs, James Michie. Cards and crokinole were enjoyed as the crowd gathered, after which the president, Lyle Hopper, conducted the business per]od and program. Open- ing with group singing and followed by minutes of the last meeting, read by the secretary, C. R. Coultes, SULETTE SLIPS The perfect fitting slip for your Easter outfit. Long wearing, care- fully ,tailored, with lstex back: $2.00 GLOVES Washable fabric gloveS are in demand for Spring — good quality chamosuedes in white or colours, either plain or with hand-stitched finish. $1.00 - $1.25 - $1.50 BUTTONS Just in ! Hundreds of new but- tons to help you with your Easter sewing. 15c Card Two Shows Saturday Night ___......„ • ••,. • :,, # 0 0 tl O C Q~ 0 y4 01 , A -11 0. 010 ---. ,., ,/, 0„ to,t ..,, Thurs. Fri t , ., Sat ., April 15, 16, 17 — Special — . Also Disney" "Sport" "News" - / Matinee Saturday after- noon at 2.30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, GREER GARSON . • --In Once again this wonderful at the Lyceum Theatre people were unable to see showing and have requested "MRS. MINIvER,, Also "Traveltalk." April 19, 29, 21 WALTER PIDGEON _ . picture will play for your pleasure. Many this picture at its last its return. . - f • • t k, COMING ..,1 ,s, vi, r/ ) A! 17 April One .—......... May 28, 29, 30 1 Cent Sale VN, 4:0 ,,, Drug McKibbons IMPOMMIIIMINEMMI Store PROMPUEPPIMgml •,, „. • ..,:f• 74. sfa.,„ • BELGRAVE Seaforth; School Inspector, J. H. Kinhead H. Vanderwater Morris Federation Had Fine Meeting The Morris Township unit of the Federation of Agriculture entertained =embers of the East Wawanosh and Grey Township units at a meeting in the Township hall, Guest speakers were Mr. Gowdy of and J. of the National War Finance Committee, of Goderich. Harvey Johnston, presidnet of the Morris Federation acted as chairman. Mr. Vanderwater spoke on the com- ing Victory Loan and advised every- one to buy a bond even though they were small. Mr. Gowdy outlined the GEORGE WILLIAMS JEWELLER set-up of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture which started 8 years ago in Winnipeg, now consisting of the Dairy Farmers of Canada, the Cana- dian Horticultural Council and the United Grain Growers, which are join- ed directly with the Canadian Feder- First Class Watch Re- pairs at Moderate Prices ation; also the Provincial organizations of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskat- chewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec All work guaranteed and done on the premises. J ... and the Maritime provinces. These in turn are grouped into different County, and Township units and com- modity groups, all formed with one objective, to improve the working .. .74/ 01 !tf I e Reirza. conditions of the farmers. Mr. Kinkead spoke on Township School Boards, emphasizing the need of organization of the farmers through their Federation to improve the living PATTISON Radio Service Phone 171 , '''.., ':1;;' .''`' eS 1 0 la nr . conditions of the farmer and his chil- dren. He outlined the set up of the school system from the days of the old log school house and the need of further advancement, One advantage of a township school board would he that the Inspector could visit the boards more often when there were fewer of them, Mr. Kinkead also FOR RADIO AT IT'S BEST emphasized the need of Health Super- Mrs. Jack McIntyre and Grant spent the week:'end in Toronto with Mr. and Mrs. Graham Pinkney and Mrs, Athol Purdon and 'Betty Ann, Wingham, ac- companied them and met, her husband, Pte. Athol Purdon of Kingston, and all spent the week-end ,w,ith Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Henderson. The W.M.S. of the United Church poStponed their monthly meeting from Thursday, April 15 to April 22, on, ac- count' of the sale at Mr. W. R. Far- riers. Mrs. (Rev.) Watt will address the ladies at this Easter Thankoffeting- meeting. AB. Raphael St. Marie, of an East- ern. Port, spent a furlough with hie parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. St. Marie. NEW SHIPMENT of English Pipes Received $1.25 & $1.50 Omar Haselgrove's SMOKE SHOP Hanna Men's and Ladies made- to-measure clothes are skillfully fp tailored. '‘,1" • Tailored by Warren K. Cook, Liberty and Shiffer-Hillman, U 111 N