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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1948-05-12, Page 5Wednesday 'May 12, 1948 ADVANCg-TIMES PAGE. rilrg at the home of her son, Joint, in Liss. towel. -Gorrie I..Q.B,A., No, $10, will bold their summer meetinge at 8,$0 pan., on the third Tuesday of each month, be- ginning May 18th. Mr, and Mrs, C„Hobbs' Of Monk- ton, were Mother's Dayguests of Mrs. R. Ashton, Wm. Balfour A number from here attended the, funeral of Wm. Balfour on Sunday, which took place from his farm home, con, 2, Grey township. He passed away in his sleep early on Thursday morning at the home of his brother-in- law, Mr, Everett Sperling, Listowel, He had been ill for a year, Surviving are his wife, the former Lydia Sperling of Gorrie and a sister, Mrs. !Geo. Huts inson, con, 6, Grey. Deceased was /in his 43rd year. The service was con- ducted by Revs. Hutton, Molesworth and Kelly of Listowel. He was laid to rest in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Ethel, Pall bearers were Alex MeEtonald, Dave McLennan, Fred and Ben Hay- den, Cliff McAllister and Howard Sav- age. W.M.S. Mrs; Anson Thornton opened her home for the meeting of the Woman's Missionary Society on Thursday ev- ening, May 6th, when sixteen members and seven visitors were present, Mrs. Irving Toner led in the devot- ional service, with the theme, "Each for all and all for Each," Mrs. H. Hamilton reading the responses. Hymn, "Take Time to be Holy", was followed by Mrs. Toner reading the scripture from 1 cor. 13, and Mrs. Hamilton giving the commentary. Mrs. Whitfield led in prayer and Mrs. Stephens gave a reading "A Mother's Wish for her Babe". Reports of the Presbyterial held in Seaforth recently, were very ably given, by Mrs, Ferguson reporting for the morning session assisted by Mrs, Howse who gave thoughts on the Temperance report. Mrs. G. Edgar re- ported for afternoon session and gave a splendid outline of the address given by Mrs, Roger Self, President of the Dominion Board and who was the guest speaker, During the business period conduct- ed by the President, Mrs. Taylor, plans were completed for the Thankoffering meetingand for a bazaar and tea to be held on June 12th, in the church. Meeting elosedwith hymn, "Lord of the Lands" and the Benediction. 001111111001111111101011101110111111001111.111111111.011011111.111110110101. Rev. A, Nimmo Snolte at the Pre- paratory service in Knox. Presbyterian Church, Bluevale, lastEriday evening, in the absence of Rev, L. C„ Jorgensene who was in Chicago. Miss Lenora Higgins R.N., of Lon- don, and Mr. and Mrs, J, A, Higgins and children of Fordwich, spent Sun-. day with their parents, We are pleas-. ed to learn the little girl is recovering from her very eerious illness, WELWOOD For Your Budget! SPECIALS--. GIRLS' COATS — CLEARING Spring line, sizes 7 — 12. 10 per cent. Off. THREE-PIECE OUTFITS -7-3 - 6x-10 per cent, GIRLS' DRESSES — 7 - 14 -- Cottons, Spuns, • Ginghams, etc. in the group, each $2.95 LADIES' WEAR — CLEARING LINE OF GORRIE Week-end guests at the home of 'Mr, and Mrs. Jack Musgrove were; Bob and, Bill Nay, and Mr. and Mrs. P. J., Merklinger of Kitchener, Mr. and Mrs, Lawrence Short, Ron- ald and Carol of Fergus, spent the week-end here, Mrs, Wm. EarngeY'res turned with them to Fergus and !'s a patient now at the Ferugs hospital. the week-end with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. C. O'Krafka. Mr, Tom O'Krafka of Elmira, spent Miss Audrey Mee of Harriston, vis- ited over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Trimble. Mr, and Mrs. Chas, Kitchen spent Thursday and Friday in Wingliam, with Mr. Wm. Finley and Mr. and Mrs. Rabin Carhpbell. Mrs. P, H. Hicks of Harriston, is visiting with her sister, Mrs. R. H. Stephens. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dowdall and Audrey of Toronto, were week-end vis- itors with Mr. and Mrs. John ilyed- man, Miss lone Day of Harriston spent the week-end at the parental roof. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Martin of Guelph, were week-end visitors with the- lat- ter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anson Galbraith. United Church There was a splendid attendance at the Mother's Day service on Sunday morning with Rev. G. G. Howse in charge. There were two baptisms: Ral- ph Kenneth, son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Harrison; and Brian Douglas, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Pyke. W.M.S. Thankoffering Meeting, The W.M.S. held their annual Thankoffering on Sunday evening in the United Church. The President., Mrs. Alex Taylor was in charge of the serviceS Mrs. A. L. Stephens offered prayer and David Neilson sang "The beautiful garden of Prayer". The guest speaker Miss Grace Patterson, Them- esford, has spent the past 30 years as a missionary in the rural part of Cen- tral India. She began her address by stating that the church was now estab- lished in India, that Missionaries from the West were wanted but that native Christian Indians were ready to act as leaders. She told of her Agricultural work at the mission station and of her educational work forthe children of India telling many interesting incid- ents which revealed her wonderful understanding of children. These child- ren when taught to read can carry the gospel message message to their parents and family. Miss Patterson's address was very much appreciated by those in attendance. While in Gorrie Miss Patterson was the guest of Mrs. A. Hamilton. Rev, and Mrs. W. 5, Miner and little Saughs ter of Fordwich, were also guests at the saute home on Sunday evening. Girls Auxiliary The regular monthly meeting of the Girls Auxiliary of St. Stephens church was held on Friday evening at the home of Miss Erla Newton, eon. 12. Miss Beryl Bennett read a chapter from the Study Book and Rev, J. C. Calcy continued with studies in the old testament. The usual social half hour was enjoyed at the close when refreshments were served by the boa- fess. Mr. Earl King was in Toronto and Weston on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Marshall and Jimmy of Stratford, spent Sunday with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W: H, MarShall. Several from this community attend- ed Mr. Enos Donaghy's auction sale at his farm near Fordwich on Friday. Mrs. Jas. Shera and Mrs. Mabel . Stewart visited with Mr. and lIrs. George Foster of Elmira on Thursday. Mr. Lloyd Hockridge of London, was a -visitor with Mr, and Mrs. T. 13radnoels last week, Mr. Mac Hutehison of St. 'Cathar- ittes, spent the week-end with his pars cuts, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hutchison. Mr, and Mrs. :fames Wylie, Donald and Nancy, and Miss Bessie 'Wylie, • .Toronto, were week-end guests of Mrs. John Wylie. Mr. Sterling Iiiirlay spent Thursday itt Kitchener. Mr. and ,Mrs. John Armstrong,Janet • and Judith, and Mr. Wm. Armtsrong, Bayfield, .visited Mr. and Mrs. Archie Scott on Friday. Mr, anti Mrs. D, W. Dane of 'For- : onto, were week-end visitors at the homes of Mts and Mrs. N. Wade and ssasess2 • Mr. Geo. Dane Sr, SUITS - About Half Price DRY GOODS FRILLED CURTAINS — by the' yard, blue and pink dotted, per yard 70c Robin Hood OATS, 5 lb. bag 35cl Quaker PUFFER RICE . . 2 pkgs. 29c Bulk PITTED DATES 2 lbs. 45c WELWOOD'S "Where Your Dollar Buys M 0 R E " Telephone 414 Wingham SALMON! SALMON! NU-BACK . . . SUPERSILK ... MERCURY Large Shipment Just Arrived! SOCKEYE, COHOE and FANCY PINK Stock Up Now While Supply is Available. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mrs. Thos. Fells spent a few days in Toronto. Miss Agnes MacLean, RN., of Tor- onto, is visiting at her home here. Mrs. R. E. McKinney of London, was a week-end guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Gurney. Miss Margaret Nimmo of Toronto, spent a few days with her parents, Rev. A. and Mrs. Nimmo. Donald Lloyd of Toronto Univer- sity, spent the week-end with his par- ents, Mr. and Mrs, Chas, Lloyd. Mr. and Mrs, T. H. Gibson of Guelph, were Wingham visitors this 46 dal; arrett Prices effective to closing time, Max l..."-;th Iliumumumnsammunsaimmunsuumni week. Mr. and Mrs. Stan Smith of Guelph, spent the week-end with the tatter's sister, Mrs. W. J. Greer. Mrs. 0. Gallaher of London, visited over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Armstrong. Mr. Charles Wellwood of Toronto, visited with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Wellwood. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Clarke of De- troit, spent the week-end with Mrs. Clarke's mother, Mrs. H. Buchanan, Dr, and Mrs. G. H. Ross and daugh- ter, Mary, attended the Gaby-Turner wedding in. Chatham last week-end. Miss Mary Johnston and , Mrs. Joe Kerr attended the funeral of Mr. Robt. J. Scott in Guelph on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Baird, of Flint, Mich., visited for several days with relatives in tome Mrs. 13. H. Miller of Detroit, visited over the week-end with Mr. and Mt's. R. G, Gannett and family. Mr. and Mrs.' L. A. Wardlaw of Guelph Mr. and Mrs. Jack Farrow of Brussels, spent Sunday with their par- cuts, Mr. and Mrs. David Finlay. Mn and Mrs. John Meehan, Mr, and Mrs. Hugh Bartja and children of Listowel, spent Sunday with Mrs, Irl- ma Jenkins, Bill and Harvey. Mr. and ,Mfrs. R, D, McDermid and daughter of Kintlackie, were week-end guests with the latter's mother, Mrs. T. C. King. Mrs. BerthaCavonen of Republic, Michigan, spent the past week visiting her cousin, Miss Ruth Lewis of Wing- ham. Mr. 'Gordon Mellurney of Vancouv- er, B.C., visited with his uncle, Stewart McBurney, Shuter St., and other relatives in and around town. An Arab was taken in a car across a very, bumpy section of the desert. So bad was the going that at last the car overturned and the Arab was thrown out. Instead of turning in anger on the driver, he picked himself up and with an apologetic air said: "I haven't learn- ed to ride one of these things yet". WEDDINGS ...M.1.1•••••••• Mich.; Mr. and Mrs. C Griffiths oF Brampton; Mr. and Mrs. C. Bost-Inns Mrs. Mary McKinney, Mrs, R. MIK,. Mr. G. Messer of Bluevale; Mrs am!! Mrs. W, Wilton of Dutton; Mr. acrd Mrs. R. E. McKinney of London; Mrs Lawrence Vauhn, Miss Joan Lefave 015!*- Windsor, After an evening of entertainment, the happy couple left by motor for points East, the bride travelling in 2r navy blue suit with grey top coat and: matching accessories. On their return they will reside in; Trenton, Ontario, • Jiyatfie" R. A. Reid, R.O. Optometrist COMING TO1 WINGHAM R. A. REID, MO. will be at his Wingham. Office in Crompton's- Jwelry Store, art WEDNESDAY, MAY 19th From 9.00 a.m. until 12.30 Noon, to EXAMINE EYES and FIT GLASSES where necessary. 'Phone 475 Wingham Cruickshanks - Snowden A very quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized at the Presbyterian manse, with Rev. A, Nimmo officiating, when Margaret Ellen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Cruickshanks, Winghatn, became the bride of Carson George !Snowden, son of Mr. and Mrs, George 'Snowden of Kincardine. The bride was gowned in rose crepe with black eeces- sories and wore the groom's gift, a string of pearls. After a trip to Niagara Falls, Mr. and Mrs. Snowden will reside on the 6th concession of Bruce, Gaby - Turner 'rail cathedra) tapers and yellow and white -stocks formed a lovely back- ground in First Presbyterian Church, Chatham, when Dr. Scott Fulton offie- :iated at the marriage of Miss Phyllis IVanNorman Turner, daughter of Mrs. J. W. Maize, to Mr. Robert MacBeth (laby, son of Mrs. F. A. Gaby, Tor- .nitii, Miss Mabel A. Robinson of !Chatham was at the organ. .Mr. A. B. .ant. ot 1 oroato, .tave his niece in marriage. Her 'inn- lain!. gown of cloudy silk marquisette was made with fitted top, long sleeves iand low square neckline, and very full skirt inset with lace, forming t cathedral train. Her long veil was held with a circle of white flowers, ltilti she carried a spray of stephanotis and gar deniass Miss Mary Manton of Toronto, :as maid of honour, wore emerald green' . faille while Mrs. William Kingsmill, of Toronto, Misses Barbara and Mary Ross, Cousins of the bride as brides- maids were frothed in cream narcissus; faille taffeta. The gowns bad fitted tops and toll skirts with sleep folds at the bark. They had matching mitts and head.' dresses of flowers to match their bun-' quets of cream narcissus and white DRAPERY SLIP COVERS Made-to-Order VENETIAN BLINDS Lamps Antiques Books Pictures GIFTWARE Gifts for All Occasions C. C, McK13313ON father, was gowned in a street-length blue taffeta, styled with a fitted bod- ice and fastened in the back from neckline to waist with taffeta covered buttons. The gown featured a low neckline and long fitted sleeves. The full skirt was styled in deep folds around the hips forming a bustle in the back. Her crownless heart shapsd head piece Hans also of blue taffeta fin- ishing in two streamers tipped with rose buds. The bride carried a white prayer book topped with red roses. Miss Rita Loewen of Leamington, her only attendant wore a frock of baby pink crepe with a high neckline and full skirt, wearing hat, 'belt and gloves of navy blue. She wore a corsage of powder blue carnations. Mr. Ronald Mason of Leamington was best man. Mrs, Robert Robertson played the wedding .musie and. Mrs. Clare Brown sang "Thru the Years," before the ceremony and "Because" during the signing of the resister. Mrs. McKinney wore for her daugh- ter's wedding a frock of grey crepe with bronze accessories, and a corsage of talisman roses. Mrs. W. Truax, grandmother of the groom, wore a black crepe gown with a eor-age of white carnations. A reception for over 3t) guests fol- lowed, the bride's table being centred with a three-tiered wedding cake, dec- orated with the insigna of the RCAF and trimmed. with tulle and rose pot is, flanked with burning white tapers m silver candelabras, out of town guests at that Wedding. •• included Mr. and Mrs. Harvey 'Mes- ser, Mr. :,ind Mrs. Frank Sharpe • Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. J. 1.. MeKia- my and danOlter Wanda; Mr. and Mrs. G. I.. McKinney of Northville, ti Listowel Fur Storage Now Open 000 Fur Coats of Your Own Valuation (Minimum Charge $2.) CLOTH COATS JACKETS, W I N DBREAKERS C LADIES' or MEN'S SUITS INSURED CONVENIENT Obtainable at Any Time Neglected car troubles can cost you money At the first signs of off-colour performance. DRIVEIN FOR OUR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECK. Skilled specialists and modern equipment assure results. Mr. M. D. Irvin was a Toronto vis- itor last week. Rev. Harry Jennings of Morpeth, has been appointed rector of St. Paul's parish in Brantford, Mr. Jennings is well-known here, his wife being the former Ivy Lawrence, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Lawrence, until pectin- ly residents of Gorrie, but now of Wroxeter. Mr. Jennings spent six years as a Missionary at Ft. Norman in the Diocese of Athabasca, but has been serving in the Huron diocese since 1942. Rev. Geo, Wylie has been invited to become pastor of the Otterville, Springford and New Road tTnitetl Churches, Mr. Wylie has been pastor of the Oakdale United Church for the past tee yes s, four years of 'Well The Wallpaper Shop Winghatn 140W you buy... REPAIRS and Motors ACCESSORIES Telephone n9 • - - were spent with the armed forces chaplain. Mr. and Mrs. Telford Montgomery, Lois, Ivan and Grant, of Kitchener, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Montgomery, Peggy arid. Jack, spent Sunday v,,ith Mr. and Mrs. John Montgomery. 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Petrie officiated at the double- . ring ceremony which was performed at 8 p.m., on May 1st. The bride given in marriage by her SIMPLIFIED SKIN CARE APe Zhe, Si& Designed to do the most for the skin in the shortest mea- sure of time. Ardena Cleansing Cream, 1.25 to '7.00 Ardena Skin Tonic, 1.25 to 9.75 Orange Skin Cream,1.25 to9.50 Muscle Oil, 1.25 to 4.75 Perfection Cream, 7.50 and 12.50 Feather-Light Foundation Cream, 1,25 Red Front Grocery 'Phones Our Prices Are Lower Free 17 and 2 We Keep Down the Upkeep Delivery V it triliwa li,n. and orionny whim you mow, plow, oulflvolo, disc, harrow, at plow snow, w.