The Wingham Advance-Times, 1943-12-16, Page 1BATTLE OF BRITAIN PICTURES WERE
SHOWN At LIONS CLUB MEETING
LADIES' AUXILIARY TO T
ENJOYED A
HE LEMON
MOST SUCCESSFUL YEAR
FIRE BRIGADE. HAD
RUN TO TURNBERRY
Chimney Fire At The Home Of
,Cntuicillor Percy King
st, With a storm blowing in real winter
fashion Friday evening the chimney at
the farm ,home of Percy King took
fire about 6 p.m. Large pieces of
burning soot were belching from the
chimney and 'blowing toward the barn.
It was feared the barn would take fire
so the Wingham Fire Brigade was
called. Fortunately the other biuld-
ings did not take fire and willing
neighbors had the ohimeny fire well
cut in wick time. There was no
damage.
Mr. King was greatly surprised at
the short time it took the firemen from
here to respond to his sump-ions for
help, It is three miles from town to
his borne, Lot 27, Concession 12 and
the firemen were there in record time,
he said.
NOVEMBER SHIPMENT
BY THE RED CROSS
The following is a list of the work
shipped by the Wingham Red Cross
to headquarters for November.
Hospital-59 hot water bottle cov-
ers; 7 suits pyjamas; 2 _hasp. gowns;
46 triangular bandages; 5 cony. jack-
ets; 5 surgeons caps; 108 rolled band-
ages; 1160 compresses.
Airforce-8 turtle-neck sweaters; 9
pr. gloves; 25 helmets; 34 pr. socks.
Army-7 sleeveless V-neck sweat,
ers; 2 pr. socks; 10 ribbed helmets;
5 pr. gloves; 2 toques; 2 gray sweat-
ers.
British Civilian-12 boys coats; 2
girls nightdresses; 21 pr. boys pants;
21 pr. braces; 4 girls sweaters; 5 boys,
sweaters; 25 quilts; 5 afghans,
Attended Military Examination
Lieut. J. H. Crawford of the 21st
(Res.) Field Regiment, R.C.A., was in
Kitchener on' Saturday writing an ex-
amination on Common to All Arms...t.
Xmas Tree and Entertainment
In Ebenezer Church, Wednesday
evening, December 22nd:' Every ef-
fort is being made to make this a
most enjoyable evening. Proceeds in
aid of the Sabbath School.
Donated Picture
`)4, Mrs. W. W. Armstrong donated one
of her paintings to the Ladies' Auxil-
iary to the Toronto Retail Druggists
Association and they realized $95.50
from-the sale of tickets. The proceeds
were used by the auxiliary) for their
ditty bag fund.
Bride Honored at Shower
‘1,;A delightful evening was spent at
the home of Mrs. E. Lewis last Wed-
nesday evening, when her daughter
Hazel held a miscellaneous shower for
Mrs. Alfred Mason who was married
last month. Many •friends gathered
and the bride received many beautiful
gifts which were wheeled to 'her in a
nicely' decorated doll carriage.S. Mrs,
Mason then thanked the girls with
some well chosen words, The re-
mainder of the evening was spent in
playing games. The girls then enjoy-
ed a dainty lunch served on a very
attractively decorated table.
DISTRICT ORANGEMEN
SELECT OFFICERS
Amnia Meeting Held Here Last
Week
Orangemen from North Huron met
at Wingham Orange Hall last week
for their annual meeting, Officers
elected for the ensuing year were:
County Master, Harold Love, Ethel.
D.C.M,, Rev) E. O. Gallagher,
Wingham. •
Chaplain, Charles Stewart, Blyth,
Wrn. Peacock Bluevale,
Seey„ T. Grasby,
Treasurer, B. Finnegan, Dungannon.
Marshal, H: Ruskin, Londesborce
1st Lecturer, Walter Dickenson,
Dungannon.
2nd Lecturer, 11.4 Squires, Dungan.
non.
It was decided to telebrate the
Twelfth of, July next year at Listowet.
A resolution was passed urging the
Canadian Broadcasting COrpOration
that patriotic programs be ineorpor,
Med in their lists on and at national
teterieletie,
ANEW MINISTER
ELECTED MODERATOR
Maitland and Huron Presbyteries of
the Presbyterian Church to be
Merged
Rev. Dr, William Barclay, of Ham-
ilton, was nominated by Maitland
Presbytery of the Presbyterian ChUrch
to be Knox College principal for a
year. Presbytery meeting in Melville
Presbyterian Church, Brussels, sec-
=mended no permanent appointment
be made at present.
Rey. Dr. W. 0. Rhoad, of Ashffeld,
was elected moderator.
The presbytery asked the synod o4
Hamilton and London to complete
steps fer the merger of Maitland and
Huron Presbytereis in May next year,
Members recommended no oppoine-
rnents be made to the posts of synocli-
eal missionaries for the' western prov-
inces and Northern Ontario and for
boys' work secretary vacancy, and
went on record as opposed to estab-
lishment of a faculty of divinity at
McGill University.
Conunitfee conveners appointed
were: Sunday school and Y. P. S.,
Rev, IT. G. Fowler, Bluevale; budget,
Rev. H. F. Dann, South Kinloss;
missions, colleges, Rev. Dr. W. 0:
Rhoad; evangelism, Rev. C. H. Mac-
Donald, Lucicnow; remits, Rev, S. M.
Scott, ICincardine; sustentation. Rev.
Samuel Kerr, Brussels; standing com-
mitteese. Rev. K. MacLean, Wingham.
FREE MATINEE FOR
KIDDIES SATURDAY
The Lyceum Theatre is holding a
free children's matinee on Saturday
afternoon this week at 2.30 p.m. As
this show is for children only adults
will please refrain from attending,
This treat is extended to the chil-
dren each year by the Lyceum Thea-
tre and • is always appreciated by the
kiddies.
STORES WILL OPEN
NIGHTS NEXT WEEK
Starting on Monday evening next
week the stores of town will remain
open in the evenings until Christmas.
This will give the public five con-
secutive evenings for Christmas shop-
ping. The public are also reminded
that the Monday following Christmas
will be observed as Boxing Day,
ST. ANDREW'S W,M.S.
OFFICERS INSTALLED
Papers Pertaining to Christmas Were
Given
The annual meeting of the Women's
Missionary Society of St. Andrew's
Presbyterian Church was held at the
home of the president, Mrs, Donald
Rae, on Wednesday last week. The
meeting opened with a hymn and Mrs,
P. D. King gave the scripture read-
ing from Matthew 2:1-16. Mrs. E. R.
Harrison led in prayer from the Glad
Tidings.
The annual report of the secretaries
were given and showed a most suc-
cessful year •for the society, The offer-
ing was dedicated in prayer by Mrs.
J. Raby. Mrs. H. F. MdGee gave
two short paper "Our Christmas
Gifts to Him" and "A Christmas
Message".
Mrs. X. MacLean• installed the of-
ficers and the meeting closed with a
hymn and prayer by Miss B. Graham.
Officers for 1944
Hon, Presidents—Mrs. K. MacLean,
Mrs. A. E. Lloyd.
Past President—Mrs. D. Rae.
President—Ure. W. A. Russel.
1st, Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Jas. Taylor.
2nd Vice-Pres.--Mrs. P. D. Xing.
3rd Vice-Pres.—Mrs, J. Raby.
Secretary--Mrs. T. C. King,
Press Reporter—Mrs. H. F. McGee.
,Glad Tidings Seey.—Miss /3. Gra-
ham.
Lit. & Library See'y.—Miss M.
Graham,
Supply Sec'y.—Mrs. S. Porter,
Social Convener.-Mrs. 14, C. Macs
Lean.
Organist—Mrs. X. MacLean.
Home Helpers E, Har-
rison, assistant, Miss C, McBurney;
Welcome and welfare cont.—Mrs, b.
Rae,. Mrs, ),W), Hatranend, Mrs. J.
CUrriei Mrs,
Nominating Conanittee—Mies Vran-
tes Wilson, Miss Annie McBurney.,
Anditort—Miss Verna, McLatighlin,
Miss May ttettitneY,
MEM LEGION HELD
ANNUAL MEETING
Officers Were Elected For The
Ensuing, .Year
Wingham Legion, Branch No. 180,
British Empire Service League, held
its annual meeting last week with the
following officers being elected for the
ensuing year;
President, W. H, Hamilton.
Past Pres., C, R. Coultes.
1st Vice-Pres., W. W. Armstrong,
2nd Vice-Pres., E. 1). Lobsinger,
3rd Vice-Pres,, E. R. Thompson,
Teeswater,
Secretary, Lloyd Hingston,
Treasurer, H, H. (Bert) Isard,
Sgt. at Arms, R, H. Burbridge.
Chaplain, Rev, W. A. Beecroft.
Standard Bearers, Percy Harris,
Tenant Henderson,
Escort to Colors, A, Manning, W.
H. Mason.
Adjustment Officer, Duncan Ken-
nedy,
Auditors, A. Peebles, G. E. North-
wood.
The various committees will be
selected by the executive prior to the
January 'meeting.
It was noted that the Branch had
had a very successful year. Cigaret-
tes had been sent to those serving
overseas and by means of bottles and
bingos the overseas tobacco fund has
now over, three hundred dollars and
cigarettes will again be sent starting
after the New Year.
Much work has been carried on by
the various officers and committees
and it is interesting to note that 99
per cent of the activity among sol-
diers and veterans has to do with
those of the present army.
Following the meeting the members
entertained 'the Ladies' Auxiliary to a
short program and lunch. s'
Presented With Silver Tray
1. Recently the Officers and Board of
Directors of the United Drug Com-
pany presented Mr. J. W..MeKibboe
with a beautiful Sheffield reproduc-
tion silver tray suitably engraved.
The tray was presented to Mr. Mc-
Kibbon in appreciation of his 25 years
of valuable service as a member of
the board, X
MISSIONARY SOCIETY
OFFICERS INSTALLED
Candle-lighting Ceremony Held By
the United Church W. M. 8,
Christmas decorations and a special
Christmas program featured the De-
cember meeting of the Woman's Mis-
sionary Society of Wingham United
Church. Mrs. 'Griffin had *lined the
arrangements and was the (leader. A
special candle-lighting ceremony was
held with' one large candle symboliz-
ing the Light of the Knowledge of
God. Other candles representing mis-
sionaries of the Christian Church were
lighted by Mrs. Lewis. Mrs. Chas.
Hopper, Mrs. W. G, Hamilton and
Mrs. K A. Coutts. Candies to each
member were then lighted which
showed the carrying of the Gospel of
Jesus Christ to all lands. During this
impressive service Christmas 'Carols
were sung by Mrs. Lewis and Miss
Dorothy Hamilton with Mrs. L. Hise-
ler at the piano.'
Rev, W. A. Beecroft spoke briefly
telling of the valuable work the wo-
men are doing for missions ith the
church, He then conducted the instal-
lation service, dedicating the following
officers for 1944:
Past Pres.--,Mrs. W, J. Greer.
President—Mrs. Win. Field,
Vice Presidents—Mrs, Griffin, Mrs.
Tiffin, Mre. Hiseler,
Treasurer—Mrs. W. VanWyck,
Rec. SeCy.—Mrs, W, J, 'Adams.
Corr. Seesee—Mrs. W. Reughan,
Systematic Giving Seey.—Mrs, Geo.
Ross, Mrs. Chas. Hopper,
Christian Stewardship Sec'y.—Mrs.
S, Campbell.
Literature Sec'y.—Miss M. Turner.
Supply Sec'y.—Mrs, A. Cosens,
Community Friendship SeCy.—Miss
Reynolds,
Temperance See'y...-Mrs, Griffin.
Associate Helper's Sec'ef.—Mrs,
Cruikshank,
Social Sec),.—Mrs. A, W. Anderton,
Sec'y. of Communion—Mrs. 12, L,
Stewart.
Press SeCy...-Mrs, W, J. drat,
Pianist—Mrs, 'M A. Beecroft,
Mission Rand Slot, —Mrs. t. Hite,
letaby Band P. Mit*,
man,
Christmas Spirit Prevailed At The
Meeting
The Regular Lions luncheon was
held at the Royal-T on Friday even-
ing last, with a good attendance,
Guests of the Club were Flying Offic-
er M. Brown, and Aircraftsman Frank
Jones *from the R.C.A,F. Recruiting
Centre at London, Oat; Mr. R,
Lloyd and Gal, Geo. Howson.
The Christmas spirit prevailed
throughout the meeting after Tail-
twitter Gord Buchanan announced
that fines were out for the night. All
the politicians and statesmen were
singled out for special attention and
the following responded, Elston Car-
diff, M.P,; Jack Hanna, M,P.P,;
Mayor-elect Fred Davidson; Fred
Spry Counoillor elect; A. J. Walker,
Commissioner; Harley Crawford,
Mayor; School Trustee, Clarence
Armitage, They lined up and march-
ed around the tables singing "Jingle
Bells". When Lion George North-
wood gave his occupation as "Gentle-
man" during the roll call, consider-
able discussion arose but the Tail-
twister managed to restore order.
Lion Elston Cardiff gave a fine
rendering of "Home on the Range"
and all joined in the chorus. Lion
Jack McKibbon favored with a solo
number, "I'm Dreaming of a White
Christmas" which was also very much
enjoyed. A sing-song followed with
Lion Tamer George Northwood lead-
ing and Lion Harold Victor Pym at
the piano. All the fine old Christmas
hyrnns were sung by the whole Club.
The meeting then adjourned to the
Council Chamber at the Town Hall
where Flying Officer Brown erected a
talkie projector and ran several very
fine films. The film "The Battle of
Britain" was particularly fine and
gave a very realistic view of the des-
truction caused by the bombings of
the Nazis. Several other fine war
films were shoWn and the 99th Battery
were invited in to tee them. Some
of the pictures were made from propa-
ganda films' captured from the Nazis.
The thanks of the Club was expressed
to' Flying Officer Brown and Air-
craftsman Jones for bringing the
films and showing them.
Two More Boys In Italy
Mr. and Mrs. George Orvis have re-
ceived word that their son Jack is in
Italy.' A similar message has been
received by Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Hollo-
way regarding their son Stewart. 4,,
Belgrave School Concert
Will be held on Tuesday, Decem-
ber 21st, at 8.30 p.m., in the Foresters'
Hall, The main feature will pe a can-
tata 'entitled "The Christmas Secret."
Admission 25 cents, children free,
Arrived Overseas 0.
)( Mrs. W. A. Heughan has received
from Craig Nightingale word that the
is now 'overseas. Craig, prior to en-
listment in the R.C,A.F., was manager
of the Dominion store here. He is
now a Sergeant navigator. ee
Christmas Party
There will be a Christmas party at
the Salvation Army Citadel on Friday
evening, There will be carol singing,
readings and a play by the R.S.W.A.
members entitled, "The Mechanical
Home Steward". There will also be
a Christmas Tree, and treats for the
Sunday School children. Admission,
silver collection.
Listed Among The Missing
Word has been received by Miss
Ann Van,Wyek * that Frank Hill is
missing following air operations,
Frank was one of that class of navi-
gators that attended a course at Port
Albert and who returned to England
in October last year.X The boys of
this class were well known as they
spent most of their time off here.
This is the sixth casualty of this
group.
BRIDGE CLUB
Seven and a half tables took part in
the play at the Wingham Bridge Club
on Thursday evening, The results
were: North and South*lst„ Mrs, R.
S. Hetherington and Mrs. H, Camp-
bell; 2nd., Gordon, MacKay and C. H.
McAvoy; 3rd„ Mrs. J, H. Crawford
and br. J, Brown; 4th., Mrs. W. W.
Armstrong and Miss M. McCallum.
East and West—ist., Dune Kennedy
and. Harley Crawford; 2nd,, Mrs. H.
C. MacLean and Miss Yvonne Mc-
Pherson; trd,, Mrs, Art Wilson and
C. E. Ritchie; 4th., Mrs, J, Brown and
Mrs, A, R. DnVal,
Officers Were Elected and Reports
Presented at Annual Meeting
The Ladies' Auxiliary to the Cana-
dian Legion,' held their annual meeting
and elected the following slate of
officers presented by Mrs. W.
Hamilton, convenor of the nominating
committee;
President, Mrs. W. W, Armstrong.
1st Vice-Pres., Mrs. W. G. Hamil-
ton.
2nd Vice-Pres, Mrs, C, Coultes,
Secretary, Mrs. H. Campbell,
• Treasurer, Miss M, MacLean.
Standard Bearer, Mrs. H. Brown,
Visiting Committee, Mrs. W. H.
French, Mrs. F. Spry, Mrs. H. Ross,
Mrs, F. Edgar,
Social Committee, Mrs. Ed Bell,
Mrs, R. S. Hetherington, Mrs. A. Ir-
win. Mrs, L. Kress.,
Relief Offic'er, Mrs. A. Peebles.
Red Cross Work—Sewing, Mrs. L.
Hingston; Knitting, Mrs. H. Ross,
Auditors, Mrs. W. VanWyck, Mrs,
W. G. Hamilton.
Pianist, Mrs. G. Ross.
It was decided to send Christmas
gifts to members of the Veterans'
Guard and a donation of $25 to the
Navy' League. A gift to the hospital
was planned and two woollen quilts
for the Minesweepers were displayed.
One donated by Miss Alma Davidson
and the other made by Mrs. Howard
from the blocks brought in to the
meetings. .
The reports were read and showed
a splendid year, twenty new members
bringing the membership up to 72.
The Red Cross sewing conevnor re-
ported 244 articles completed and the
keitting' convenor 184 articles knitted,
2 afghans, 2 sweaters and 1 cap made
and donated to the Red Cross and 5
pair of socks to the Navy League.
Eight woollen quilts were sent to the
Minesweepers as well as Other wool-
len articles, and a large box of cloth-
ing was given to the Red Shield. Six
ditty bags were sent to the Navy
League and 6 to the Red Shield.
Several times during the year parc-
els of 'cigarettes and chocolates were
sent to the men overseas and to those
in hospital. Fruit, candy or cards were
sent to the cotrtrades who have been
Social activities were restricted but
on four occasions a social hour was
enjoyed.
The total receipts for the year were
$510.33 and the following donations
were made: •
To Russian 'Relief fund, $25.00; Red
Cross $50.00; Lord Mayor's fund,
$10,00; Greek Relief .Fund $10.00;
Overseas Parcels, $73.50; Navy Lea-
gue and Red Shield for ditty bags,
$26.35; Minesayeepers Auxiliary $10.-
00; Navy' League, $25.00; Veterans'
Guard, comforts, $6.00; Minesweepers
Auxiliary by individual effort and
donations from the comrades, $141.-
95.‘ Besides this a $50.00 Victory
Bond was purchased to be' used Din
post-war work,
At the close of the meeting a pleas-
ant social' hour was spent when he
members of the Legion were hosts to
the ladies.
Winter For Sure
• On Friday last) the wind took on
blizzard proportions and carried with
it a snow storm and cold temperature.
Friday night the temperature dropped
to zero and each night since had been
about that except for Sunday night
when it went to six below. Since the
starlet, on Friday we have had more
snow added each day. King Winter
has apparently taken over,
See Motion Pictures of India
Interesting triotiori pictures of India
will be shown in Grace Chapel at 8
o'clock Wednesday night this week.
These ate new pictures depicting India
as affected by the war, Rev, J. Har-
old Slim* of ICitchener, will give the
address of explanation and on Thurs-
day evening at 8 p.m. will present
motion pictures of Missionary work of
other lands, A hearty welcome is ex-
tended to all. Free will offering for
Indian relief.
8 MORE CHRISTMAS
SHOPPING DAYS
Santa will soon be here, There are
just S more days lit which to shop
until he eel-Ives, Here's a tip: 'The
Winglarn stores despite these strin-
gent times have many surprises for
you it' the way of Christmas gift pur-
chased. Se do your shopping at the
Wittgliam StoteS,
MAILING LIST
CORRECTED
Please Examine Your Label
The labels on the papers have been
corrected up to and including Satur-
day last week, December 11th. Would
you please look at the yellow clip on
your paper. If you find that you are
in arrears an early settlement of your
account would be greatly appreciated.
If you find that there is an error
please notify this office as soon as
possible.
Papers dated Dec. 1943 arc now due'
and any dated previous to that time
are in arrears, Your co-operation in
keeping our list up-to-date is request-
ed.
FIRE' EXTINGUISHED
IN QUICK ORDER
What might have been a very seri-
ous fire at the Canada Packers plant
here, was brought quickly under con-
trol, and quickly extinguished, About
9,30 on Tuesday morning Gordon Yoe
was thawing some frozen pipes in the
engine room of the plant. A com-
pressed air tube broke and the escap-
ing air spread the torch flame all over
the engine room. The fire brigade
was called and they quickly brought
the fire under control and in a very
short time had it out.
The fire was confined to the engine
room and the small part of the cellar
adjoining. The diesel engine that was
in the room was not damaged but the
belt was destroyed and the walls were
charred. Some of the pullies were
scorched but little other damage was
done. The mill was only out of oper-
ation an hour.
Mrs. C. Bates and baby are visiting
with her mother, Mrs. George Wil-
liams, Mr, Williams who suffered a
heart attack about a week' and a half
ago is in Victoria 'Hospital, London.
Stone School Concert
S.S. No. 7, Morris, will hold their
Christmas Concert on Monday, De-
cember 20th at 8.30 pen. Recitations,
drills and play.
Grandmother Passes
Mr, G. LaDunlop received word on
Tuesday morning that his grand-
mother had passed on. Mr. and Mrs.
Dunlop were in Alvinston on Sunday
to see her, She was in her 90th year.
A Christmas Entertainment
Will be presented by Bluevale Pub-
lic School and the United Church
Sunday School in the basement of the
church, Monday evening, December
20th, at 8.30 p.m. Proceeds for the
Sunday School and Junior Red Cross
Society. Admission 25 cents, children
free.
Heads Sarnia Life Underwriters
`A former Wingham boy, Percy
Kerr, son of Mrs. John Kerr and the
late-Mr. Kerr, was elected president
of the Sarnia Life Underwriters and
will as such attend the annual meeting
of the Dominion Association in Jan-
uary,Y Mrs. Benson Cruikshank and
Mrs, (Dr.) Hoffman of town ere sis-
ters.
VETERAN FARM LOANS
ARE NOW INCREASED
Loan Amami Raised000 From $4800
to $
6
The amount of money which may
be loaned to war veterans under terms
of the soldiers' settlement bill has
been increased by a special order-in-
council from $4,800 to $6,000. .
A resources department official said
war veterans could now be loaned
$4,800 for purchase of farm land and
building materials and $1,200 for Stock
and equipment.
Under the original act passed at the
last session of Parliament, veterans
were permitted to borrow $3,600 for
lasd and building materials and 020
for stock.
The official said Parliament will be
asked at 1,ts next session to incorpor-
ate the 'amendment into the act, which
is aimed at 'helping qualified veterans
ifi a back-to-the-land movement.
Under the act, veterans are loaned
money at low rates of inteeeet. Re-
payment of the loans "extended over
long period.
MERTON COUPLE'S
GOLDEN 'MOM
Mr. •and Mrs, W. Ohm, Parents of
Fred Ohm of Wingham, Celebrated
50th Anniversary
Mr, and Mrs, William Olim, of Mil,
verton, received congratulation and
best wishes on the occasion of their
golden wedding which they observed.
quietly at their' home Tuesday last
week. They were married at the
home of Mrs, Ohm's parents, Mr, and.
Mrs. Conrad Ratz, at Rostock by Rev,
Mr. Dierlam, of Milverton. on Dec.
7th, 1897, and Mr. Ohm recalls that
while there was some snow at the
time sleighing was not very good.
Their wedding was,, a quiet affair with
only the immediate families and grand-
parents present. The attendants were
John Rehberg and Elizabeth Rata
(now Mrs, Con Decker, of Lucknow)
and Henry Chisner and Sarah Ohm
now Mrs. Frank Stale of Minnesota).
Following their marriage they resided
in Rostock until 1912 and after corn-
ing to Milverton Mr. Ohm entered the
employ of the local plant of the
Grosch Shoe Felt Company where he
was foreman for twenty-four years
until .his retirement two years ago.
Mr. Ohm is seventy-four and ins wife
seventy and we are pleased to report
both are enjoying comparatively good
health. They have three of a family,
two sons, Fred, of Wingham, and
Stanley, of Milverton; one daughter,
(Charlotte) Mrs. Wilfred Bundseho, of
Delhi; eight grandchildren and one
great. grandchild. Mr. Ohm has five
sisters and one brother and Mrs.
Ohm, the former Annie Ratz, has five
brothers and three sisters.
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GRADUATED AS AN
OFFICER SATURDAY
Among the graduates at the Cana-
dian Officers' Training Centre, Brock-
ville on Saturday, was E, W. Neir-
garth, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey
Neirgarth of Wingham. Prior to his
entering the army Lieut. Neigarth
was an electrical engineer with the
Bell Telephone Company at Quebec.
tie is with the Royal Corp of Signals
and will, after a visit at his home here,
report to Vimy Barracks, Barriefield.
Mr. and Mrs. Neigarth have another
son in the forces, Claire, being in the
R,C.A.F. on the West Coast.
h0FORTI1 AUXILIARY
ELECTED OFFICERS
Final Chapter of the Study Book
"Goforths of China" Was Read
The December meeting of the Go-
forth Auxiliary of St. Andrew's Pres-
byterian Church, was held Monday
evening at the home of Mrs. Kenneth
MacLean. The meeting opened with
a hymn, a prayer by Mrs, T. Currie
following. The scripture reading from
Luks 2:1-19, was given by Miss K,
Pringle, Mrs. Horace Aitchison read e
the last chapter "Sunset" of the Go-
forths of China", and Mrs. R. H.
Lloyd dedicated the offering.
A, very interesting feature of the
evening was the presentation of a Life
Membership to Miss Christine Isbis-
ter.
Mrs. K, MacLean took the chair for
the election and installation of officers
for 1944. They are as follows;
Hon. Presidents—Mrs, A, E. Lloyd,
Mrs. K. MacLean,
President—Mrs. John P. McKibbon,
1st Vice-Pres.—Mrs. D. Murray.
2nd Vice-Pres.—Mrs. PL Aitchison.
Treasurer—Miss Agnes Williamson.,
Secretary—Mrs. G. Scott.
Supply Seey.—Mrs, C. MacLean.
Welcome and Welfare Committee—,
Mrs. .d W. I-I, Gurney, Mrs> R. H. L
Honte Helpers Committee—Mrs. H.
Aitchison,itItilnisgss D.
Glad
eLelyo.y—dm. rs. B.
Norrrtehstvsoosd. eciy.:
Mrs. W. A. MeXib-
bpn.
Pianist—Mrs, W. W. Gurney.
Leaders of Marion Williamson Girls
Auxiliary,--Mrs. W. W. Gurney, Mrs.
8.,NI.Oltnate° i:ait'ing Committee — Miss C.
Isbister, Mrs, George Scott, Mrs. T.
Currie,
Auditors--Mrs. NfaeLeatt and
Mrs. T. Currie.
After the conclusion of the bushiest,
the meeting closed with a 'hymn, fol.
lowed by a prayer by Mrs. Mee
.1%tbbort. The usual social half hour
was spent.
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