The Wingham Advance-Times, 1946-01-31, Page 8home on 'Thursday night after spend,
Mg two and a half years overseas. 1..en
is the only son of Mr, and Mrs. Gor-
don Underwood,
Mrs. Robert Cathers is 'visiting with
her daughter, Mrs. Alvin Moffatt and
Mr. Moffat in Wroxeter,
Mrs. W. J. Pyke has returned home
after visiting last week with her sister,
Mrs, Bert Abell and -,Mr. Abell in Lis,
towel,
Mr. Glenn Howells of Cann., spent
the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. T.
McInnis.
Little Miss June Stokes of Qlenan,
nan, spent a few days with her grand,"
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anson Thorn-
ton,
Mrs. Thomas Lovell has obtained
couple of rooms from Mrs. Stimpson,
and moved last week.
Mrs. McClemant of Molesworth, is
a guest of her niece and nephew, Mr.
and Mrs. Gordon Edgar,
Mr. Archie Irwin has returned home
from Listowel Memorial Hospital, fol-
lowing an operation some time ago.
A large number of friends gathered
in the Township Hall here on Wed-
nesday night when they welcomed
back Sgt. Major Geo, Dane also Pte.
James Pritchard, Both boys had spent
several months overseas. George be-
ing the longest away. Both boys were
given substantial gifts of money,
Rev. G. K. Nobes gave the address
at the Prayer and Song Service in the
United Church on Wednesday night
last. These meetings are held each
Wednesday night at 8 p.m., to which
everyone is extended a hearty invita-
tion.
Lieut. E. W. Newton, Guelph, spent
the week-end at his home here.
Annual Vestry Meeting
St. Stephen's Church congregation
held its annual Vestry meeting in the
Orange Hall on Thursday evening, Jan.
24th, Rev. G. K. Nobes, rector, in the
chair. Satisfactory financial reports
were received, including a most grati-
fying report on the re-decoration of
the church, the cost of which had been
paid in full. The rector appointed Mr.
E, H. Strong as his Warden to take,
the place of Mr. R. W. N. Wade who
held this office during 1945. The other
officers and sidesmen were all re-elec-
ted by acclamation.
During the evening Mr. Nobes sig-
nifiedhis intention of moving inot an-
other Diocese in the early spring. A
committee was appointed to look into
the possibilities of a new heating sys-
tem for the church. The benediction
was then pronounced and the usual
luncheon was served by the ladies.
Mrs. Chas. Hinde of Wingham, was
a guest at the residence of Mr. and
Mrs. H. V. Holmes for a few days last
week.
Mr. Jim Tamin who is with the Un-
ited States Navy,‘ is visiting friends in
the community.
Young People's Union
The_regular meeting of the Y. P. U.
was held on Monday evening, Jan. 21,
in the church. Mac Hutchison was in
charge of the service. The theme was
"The Christian Patriot as a Christian
Citizen", hymn 488, "Come let us sing
of a wonderful love" was then sung.
The scripture, taken from Matt. 12:46-
50 was read by Florence Anger, fol-
lowed by a prayer by Erland 'Gregg.
Dorothy Watson sang a solo "In the
Garden"; Mac Hutchison then gave a
reading based on the theme. Rev-.
Howse gave a very interesting talk
following Mac's reading. Hymn 452,
"Ecternal Father, strong to Save" was
then sung. It was' decided to leave
the social off for two weeks and it will
be held on .Monday, February 4th in
the church at, 8 p.m.
The next meeting to be held Jan.
28th with Jean King in charge.. There
were 14 members and 1 visitor present.
The meeting closed with the hymn,
"Christians, Seek Not Yet Repose",
St. Stephen's Auxiliary
The regular meeting of St. Stephens
Women's Auxiliary was held in the
Orange Hall, on Thursday afternoon
last, with a fair attendance. During
the afternoon a quilt was quilted, and
which will be given to the Deanery for
Missionary purposes,
A debotional period was held with
the president, Mrs. Holmes, leading the
Members' prayer, Circle pray'er and
Ldrd's Prayer in unison after which
the minutes were read. 'Roll call was
answered by a missionary thought or
verse. Mention was made of the baz-
aar and hot supper which the members
and church always, sponsor on St, Pat-
tick's Day, and which will be held
this year on March 16. Mrs, Wilford
King mad the hymn, "The Love of
Christ Constraineth Us, (so let us
watch and pray)"
Mrs, F. C. Taylor gave a stirring
address on "The W. A, and The
Bible", the motto of the 'W. A. being
"The Love of Christ Constraineth Us",
2nd Corinthians, 5th chapter and 14th
verse". As members of the W. A. we
are workers with .God, and for God,
and in learning Bible verses for each
roll tall we are helping our own spit-
qua' life, The nations who are lea&
:ing in the world are the Christian Ita-
C"E° r j* irc THE
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, February 4, 5, 6
FRED MacMURRAY
MARGUERITE CHAPMAN
—
"Pardon My Past"
There are many misadventures as an ex-marine is
mistaken for a notorious playboy.
Also "Short Subjects"
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Jan. 31, Feb., 1 ,2
JOHN HODIAK. GENE TIERNEY
— In
"A Bell For Adano"
The film taken from John Hershey's popular novel
is a stirring message for peace and understanding
among men and nations.
Also "Short Subjects"
Matineee Saturday afternoon at 2.30 p.m.
was the concluding number on the ev-
'ening's entertainment caused the most
laughs, when the Lions played the non
Lions, and if accurate score had been
kept we believe the game would go to
the Lions. The Judges were from
CKNX, Wingham, and were: Miss
O'Connor, Tory Gregg and Cactus
Mack, and Mrs. Bryans, also of Wing-
ham.
Hockey Team Win and Lose
Gorrie Hockey fans had the pleasure
of seeing two games played on the
home ice last week. When on Tues-
day night Ripley played here' winning
the game by a score of 8-5. On Friday
night despite the storm a fairly large
crowd witnessed the game played by
Fordwich and Gorrie, the score being
6-2 for the home team.
Local Bonspiel
Ice condition was perfect for the
local bonspiel which was held on Mon-
day last when 10 rinks participated.
Rinks were present from Harriston 1,
Wingham 1, Fordwich 1, Belmore 2,
Wroxeter 2, Gorrie 3. Prizes went to
Belmore 1st., Geo. Inglis, skip; Gorrie,
2nd, Milford Nash, skip; Gorrie
3rd., George Gallaway, skip.
Mr. Allan Hyndman has purchased
the house from the estate of the late
Thomas Lovell,. getting possession on
February 1st.
Miss Erland Gregg entertained the
members of the C.G,I.T. at her home
on Thursday night last.
Pte. Kenneth Underwood arrived
Present Oscar Levant in
Gershwin's -
"Rhapsody In Blue"
See Oscar Levant starring, as
Oscar Levant in Warner Bros.
new motion picture hit "Rhap-
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Oscar Levant in his brilliant new
Columbia recording (with the
Philadephia Orchestra conducted
by Eugene Ormandy) of "Rhap-
sody In Blue".
Columbia Album Set 388 $2 75
Other Gershwin Music
Set D59 Concerto in F $3.75
Set A7 Duchin plays Ger-
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He promises to give you prompt, courteous service in all
work whether it be developing, printing or enlarging,
All films will receive careful attention and will be touched
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PAGE EIGHT
WINGRA111, ADVANCE-TIMES
Thursday, January al, 1946
lions and they: should recognize the .
responsibility which is theirs, and we
must help. the Missionary cause if we
do not want a recurrence of war and
stripe among nations, Let us seek
first the Kingdom of God and His
righteousness and „all other things shall
be added to you, Mrs, Taylor closed
with a prayer for members and work
of the W. A.
'Mee. Holmes then eloped the meet-
ing with prayer, and a bountiful lunch
was served by the ladies, and all en-
joyed a social half hour, The next
meeting will be held on February 7th
at .the home of Mrs. George King,
Mr. and Mrs, Arthur Stephens at,
tended the funeral of her ;uncle, the
late Mr, Feed Leppington in Harris-
ton on Monday,
Mr. Dilworth, Miss Aileen Dilworth
and friend, Pte. Eldon Mann, all of
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Red. Cross Donation
Donations to the Red Cross Rooms,
for the last packing are as follows:
6th and 9th line group, 7 quilts; No.
•4 War 'Workers, 12th line Patriotic
Group, 3 quilts; 4th line West group.
I. quilt; Busy Bees, 1 hospital quilt;
'15th Line Group, 1 quilt; Mrs. C. Fin-
lay and Mrs. J. Gamble, 1 quilt; Mrs.
Dustow, 1 quilt; Mrs. W. H. Dane, 1
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ient in Victoria Hospital, London. We
hope she will have a speedy recovery.
BAPTIST CHURCH Many shapes and sizes
to' choose from.
Ethel, spent a day last week with the
former's daughter, Mrs, Harold Hynd-
man and Mrs. Hyndman,
Miss Iona Day, Listowel, spent the
week-end at her home here.
Mr. and Mrs. George Nichol spent
the week-end with her parents in Lon-
don.
Misses Isobel King and Mae La-
Rose. Messrs. Charles Walkie of To-
ronto and Bob Featherstone of Orillia
were week-end guests , with the for-
mer's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank
King.
Mr, R. G. Dane accompanied his
nephew, Mr; Harold Pollock of Ford-
wich to Ripley on Sunday where Mr.
Dane visited his sister, Mrs. Mary
Pollock.
Mrs. Mary 'Gamble is spending a
few days with her nephew, Mr. J. W.
Hyndman and Mrs. Hyndman.
Howick Lions' Midgets played a
scheduled game with Listowel in
Fordwich on Saturday night, with the
Howick team the winners, score 6-3.
A return game was played on Monday
night on Listowel ice and the local
team lost by a score of 10-2.
McKibbons
Rev. J. N. H. Norton, Pastor
SUNDAY, FEB. 3rd
11 a.m.—"On The Highway".
7.30 •p.m.—"The Therefore of
Justification".
Second in Series of 4 great ones,
The Lord'''s Supper will be
observed.
Carnival A Success
On Wednesday night the Lions Car-
nival was held, and a fairly large num-
ber of spectators were present, while
only a small number of contestants for
the generous prizes offered by the
Lions. "The. Queen of the Carnival"
went to Dorothy Watson, dressed as
"Miss Gorrie of 1946."
The girls Hockey Match between
Wroxeter and Gorrie resulted in a tie
In Drugs, if It's Rexall!
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addresses and bouquets of tulips and
daffodils in recognition of their long
service in the Sunday School.
Mr, .Shaw, in his reply stated that he
will be 83 on the 18th day of February
and he intends to go to Sunday School
as long as he is able. He started on a
summer Sunday as a little barefoot
boy in Morris Township, wearing a
straw hat braided and sewn by his
mother. He believes he has had as
much joy in his life as anyone in the
congregation and he got it in church
wovk. He loves to go to church and
Sunday School and to speak up in sup-
port of Temperance and the Bible Soc-
iety. As a local preacher Mr. Shaw
has preached in most churches from
Mildmay to Port Albert.
'The meeting closed by singing,
"Blest Be the Tie That Binds."
Knox Presbyterian Annual
The annual congregational meeting
of Knox Presbyterian Church was held
in the Sunday School room. Rev. Alex
Nimmo, presided. Mrs. Eldred Nichol
acted as secretary. Reports were pre-
sented, for the session by Archie Mes-
ser, showing that the Society had ex-
ceeded the allocation and also present-
ed a life membership. The Mission
Band raised over $25.00. The Ladies'
Aid held a bazaar in the fall and closed
the books with a substantial balance.
• Burns Moffat, W. Mundell and W.
H. McKinney -were re-elected to the
board of management for 'a three-year
term.
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Transformers are being installed 'on
the Hydro line north of St. Helens
,this week.
The February meeting of the Wom-
en's Institute will be held in the Com-
munity Hall on Thursday afternoon,
February 7th, at 2.30. Roll •call: "An
exchange of Valentines", Rev. M. G.
Newton will be the guest speaker and
will give an illustrated lecture and talk
on School Lunches. Program com-
mittee, Mrs. H. Gaunt, Mrs. A. Ait-
chison. Hostesses, Mrs. F. G. Todd,
Mrs. T. J. Todd.
Jack Lillow and Mrs. Arnold Lillow
at Tottenham.
Word has just been received here
that Mrs, W W. Mann, who is visiting
her daughter, Mrs. Fred Hollenbeck,
Stratford, has suffered a fractured hip.
Miss Olive Scott is at present a pat-
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BLUEVALE
Annual Meeting of Bluevale and
Ebenezer
The annual meeting of these congre-
gatioris was held on Monday, January
28th., owing to the stormy weather
there was not a full attendance of both
congregations.
After opening with a short devotion-
al service, Rev. J. S. Bridgette presid-
ed over the meeting. Mrs. Edward
Johnston. secretary, read the minutes
of the last annual meeting. Reports
were given of the Cradle Roll, Mission
Band, Y.P.U., Choir, Women's Assoc-
iation, Women's Missionary Society,
Board of Stewards, Trustee Board and
Session. The charge suffered the loss
of its pastor, Rev. J. W. Johnston, mid
year and the churches work somewhat
interrupted for a time until the work
was provided for.
The congregations have kept up
their work and interest and are for-
ward looking and progressive.
The following were elected to fill
office for the present year, To the
Session—Ross Smith, Arthur Wheeler;
Stewards—W. J. Johnston, Sparling
Johnston Earl Hamilton, Mrs. E.
Johnston; S. S. Superintendent, W .J.
Johnston; Organist and Choir Leader,
Mrs. W. 5. Johnston; W. M. S.,..Mrs,
Alex McCracken; W. A., Mrs, Earl
Hamilton; Fleming John-
sten, All other officers were re-elected.
Votes of appreciation were accorded
Mr. Bridgette and the organist, Mrs.
W. J. Johnston, Mr, Shaw made an
earnest plea for the revival of the Bible
Society.
Refreshments were rserved and then
followed a very pleasant rintiater when
Mr, and .Mrs. Edward Johnston and
Mt. Robert Shaw were presented with
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