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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1949-03-09, Page 4HOW TO START Baby Chicks profitabi Baby chiCks leap ahead with vim and vigor when fed Roe Vitafood Chick Starter. It ensures healthier birds, greater future profits. Made daily, right here in Western Ontario, it gives a diet per- fectly balanced to meet Western Ontario poultry needs. Veteran poultrymen use and recommend Roe Vitafood Chick Starter. Spins Grasses, rich In yeetelne and vitamins are larvetted al their nutrition peak, dehydrated In minute*. Oen added le all Roe Vita. imbed reeds . . a "greets spelcr diet bones ter peoltelle 4P.A*1.0%,43tr :40 ROE FARMS MILLING CO., ATWOOD, ONTO Snow rolls off the specially grooved, deep radius blade. Two heavy duty load springs operate an automatic trip to prevent damage. Adjustable swivel shoes frank properly. The bit is adjustable when worn. The sturdy construction of the reinforced tubular steel driving frame insures lasting service under rugged conditions. lodes are now available for Ferguson and Ford Tractors and for Jeeps. See us today for complete information. Made in Canada by Canadians, the Sterling is distributed by Track and Tractor Equipment Company Limited. Sere Is the chain that will keep your tree. tor moving under the most severe ground HIGH LINK conditions, The 111-/ZWX X-type cross chain construction _gilles surer grip TRACTOR . muad,ejecm?rw;c261cteldTZ Ificgdchcraiensis oetwitarj • longer wear. /11-LINK Chains arnio4 CHAINS cleaning tookeep your tractor every day, all day. Don't Ooggen down this spring. Ord Year ,Wt.44', Chidsts nays. Merkley Motors TELEPHONE 84 WINGHAM White sIdeveall tires optional at extra code Meteor's "big car" beauty thrills owners. And it is sur-prisingly roomy. Wide, luxurious seats. Wide doors. Plenty ofhead and legroom. 8-cylinder smoothness and reserve power from Meteor's V-type, 100 hp. engine, which surprises owners by its extra miles-per-gallom FOR A DEMONSTRATION RIDE . 611.11EIM•11.1010.11=1. . SEE YOUR MERCURY-LINCOLN-METEOR DEALER a4E/0/1.47,44/e422 07771 MERCURY-LINCOLN-METEOR. DIVISION FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA, LIMITED tF The Marlvre Shrine in Mid/and Pholo courtem Ont. Dept. of Travel and Publielly H U RON IA Three hundred years ago, an important outpost of Christian culture in the now world was wiped out when the savage Iroquois massacred the French Mission. arias of Fort St. Marie. Today Huronia, as this part of Ontario is called, is visited by more people every year, both for its historic interest and because the 30,000 Islands on the east shore of Georgian Bay are as lovely a Summer playground as any in the world. Whateverw for in a vacation you ydou look for fin with historical sites and interest thrown In 'Ontario we have a holiday paradise . . lot's do all we ' can to encourage visitors from across the border. Published in support of the tourist business by John Labatt Limited. in. The famous 30,000 Islands cruise by lake steamer is a pleasant and relaxing way of seeing them. It leaves from Midland, whose Chamber of Dimmers° can give you full information on the yawl() area, 'You can drive to Midland in a day from Windsor or the (Notice border (Highways 2, 11 and 12), and in correspondingly loss time from other points, There is good rail service from 'reroute. 11 LET'S' MAKE THEM WANT TO COME BACK! FOUR THE WINGHAM 4DVANC44 -TIME$ Wednesday, March 9th, 1949 4FAR44teRS ere' is A Year-Round, Implement THE STERLING SNOW PLOW and ANGLE DOZER You get year-round use from a Sterling because the Sterling is mounted on a new type universal frame. By simply un- hitching the snow plow and attaching an angle- dozer mouldboard, you have a complete, heavy duty, fast operating angledozer for spring and summer work. Meteor...the idt of tile New Cars withmontinand miles behind it You can stow the whofe family's lug, gage in Meteor's huge luggage com- partment. (Pot example, 19 cu. ft. in the Four Door model,) . CROSSETT question asked was if these should be extended or improved and it was men- tioned that health services could be extended, some of our roads could be rimproved and old age pensions should be extended. It was also „mentioned that if more money is needed for such services it should come from the tre- ,asury of the governments. Sonic of the publie services we have are health and !dental services. Pensions, Police Ser.- vices, Public Libraries, Road and Mail Services and Public Rest Rooms, Family Allowances and Services of the O.A.C. Protests were sent to the Hon. T. L, Kennedy, Minister of Agriculture; Mr, John Hanna, and Mr, Kenzie Foster, M,L,A,, regarding the color- ing of margarine. These werlo signed by forum members, The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Him Jenkins on March 7th. • Following the meeting Jane Mc- Kague favored us with a recitation about "The Cow", which was heartily enjoyed. Progressive euchre was also enjoyed and the winners of the high prizes were: Mrs. Irlma Jenkins and Mrs. Alex Campbell; Bill Jenkins and Har- vey Jenkins, and the low prizes went to Mrs. Wilfred McKague and How- ard Holmes. A tasty lunch was served by the hostess. BELGRAVE United Church W.M.S. The regular meeting of Belgrave United Church W.M.S. was held on March 2nd., with an attendance of 18. Mrs, H. Procter conducted the Worship service assisted by Mrs. J. M. Coultes and Mrs, R. Nicholson. The theme of this meeting was "Thy Kingdom Come, through the United Witness of the Christians of the World," Mrs, J. S. Procter gave the final chapter of "West of the Gorges" dealing with "The Christian Church in China." Mrs, W. 5. Moores, president, took charge fbr the business period. The Secretary's and Treasurer's reports were given and the Roll Call. Thanks and 'appreciation were ex- pressed by two ladies for flowers and cards received when ill. Visits to sick and shut-ins, were reported. Final - rangements for Day of Prayer were made, it being in the United Church this year. Mrs. C. Procter and Mrs. J. M. Coultes were delegates named to at- tend Presbyterial at Hensall, April 26. Mrs. George Martin was appointed Press Reporter for the remainder of the year, Mrs. Moores kindly invited the W.M. S. to meet at the Manse for the April meeting, As this will be the Easter meeting it was decided that the Presi- dent try to get a special speaker. Mrs. J. Wheeler and Mrs. E. Anderson were named to assist the hostess in arranging for lunch for this meeting, Hymli 388 and prayer by Mrs. Moores concluded the meeting, REMINISCING FORTY YEARS AGO Hetherington - Gregg—Married on February 9th, by Rev. G. W. And- rews, of Bluevale, Miss Frankie Clegg of Morris, to Mr. J. E. Hetherington, of Valley Springs, South Dakota. Smith - Henderson—Married at the family residence, 4th concession of Huron, on the 3rd. inst., by the Rev. F. A. MacLennan, Mr. Murodch Smith of Redvers, Sask., to Miss Isabella, only daughter of the late Kenneth Henderson. Personal—,Mr. Geo. Mason was in London for a few days this week. llti.. F. Buchanan attended the meeting of the Dominion Alliance in Toronto last week, Mr. A. E. Bradwin of Galt, vis- ited with his parents, Mr.` and Mrs. J. E. Bradwin, on Saturday, Mayor Gurney and Coun. Elliott were in Clinton on Monday gathering infor- mation in reference to waterworks for domestic purposes, Mrs. F. G. Spar- Iling, district organizer of the W.M.S. i.visited Conic on Monday, Dr. Ken- medy attended a meeting of the Lon- don Medical Assoc., this week, and on Monday evening read a papbr. Whitechurch—Parties have been the rage in this district as follows: Mr, George McIntosh gave one on Friday night. Mr. Hector McKay on Friday night, and Messrs. G. Garton and Thomas Davidson on Monday night, Mr. W. Eglestone started 'back to the West on Monday. Mr. John Sparling has resigned his position as butter maker at the creamery. Blyth—James Heffron has sold some 80,000 of his brick for inside purposes to the congregation of the Dungannon Methodist Church. Dr. and Mrs, Sloan celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their wedding at their home in Toronto on Thursday last. John Smith, who has been running an implement agency here for over a year, has rented the farm of Fred Rath of East Wawanosh. Wm. Mason has cli_s- Posed of his house and some land on the main street to Finlay McIntosh of Mekillop, who will come to Blyth about April 1st. , * • • TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO Married in Niagara Falls—Mr. Wal- ter Lockridge was in Niagara Falls, New York, on Monday attending the wedding of his Sister, Miss Frances Lockridge and Mr, Gilbert Fraser. Miss Lockridge- is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs, robin Locktidge, Wingham, Salem Mr. George Edwards has sold his farm to Mr, Ted Newton, who will take immediate possession. Miss Ada Paulin from Wroxeter vis- ited over Sunday with her cousin, Miss Eva I\lci\fichael, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hyndman from' near Gorrie, and Mr. and Mrs. James Doig front the West, called on Mr. and Mrs. John Gowdy last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Westlake and son, Mitchell, who. have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. Mitchell and others, have re- turned to their home in the West. Morris—Mr. William Elliott visited at the home of Victor Haines on Sun- day. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. McGee and family visited at the home of Mr. Win. Shoebottom on Sunday. Mrs. Alex Forsyth of Wingham, spent Sunday with her daughter, Mrs. Andrew Case- more. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Wheeler of Belgrave, spent Sunday as the guest of Mr. Duncan Campbell, Belgrave—Mrs. John Bradley and little son, Eldon, are visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs, Jogepli Hackett of Belfast. Mrs. Murray Johnson' and chillren of London, are spending a few days with the former's g,ralicl-parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. -Daley. Mr, John Ferguson is back in the village after spending the last couple of months in London. Personals—Mr. R. H. King is on a business trip to Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Spotton spent a few days in Toronto: Oliver Fells returned on Tuesday from visiting Wawanosh friends. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Diamond are visiting with Toronto friends, Mr. Arthur Irwin of Toronto University and Mr. Clifford Robertson of Strat- ford Normal, spent the week-end at their respective homes. Miss Vera MacDonald has returned home after spending a few weeks with friends in Detroit and St, Thomas. Aslifield—Miss Mary Vint, of Bel- fast, is visiting with her aunt, Mrs. Wm. Love, of Marnoch. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Irwin of Belfast, gave a dance last Friday night to their neighbours and all report a very pleasant titne. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nelson and children were visitors at the home of Mr. Peter McNay of Lothrien, last Tuesday night, Mr. Alex Treleaven of Ripley, has sold out his furniture busi- ness to Mr. Will Lane of Lanes. * * • FIFTEEN YEARS AGO Saw Game in Toronto-,--Messrs. Walter Lockridge, W. VanWyck, Clarke MacLean, Howard Puller and W. Currie, motored to Toronto on Saturday to tee the Maple Leafs and Rangers play Hockey. Wroxeter--,At the Fridge, Club .last week Miss Aileen Schaab and Mr. Carl Smith held highest • score and Misses Davidson and Little were the refreshment committee. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Orr, 4th line, opened their home for the 4th line club, on Friday even- ing last. A rink of culrers composed of Geo. McEwan, H. Dane, W. Ren- nick and Geo. Inglis were in Toronto last week at the bons-piel. Miss Mamie Gibson entertained a number of her friends at cards at the home of Mrs. G. A. Wearring on, Tuesday evening of this week. Salem—Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gow- dy and babe, of the B. Line, Howick, spent last Friday afternoon with the former's parents, Mr. arid Mrs. John Gowdy, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Hard- ing, of near Orange Hill, spent last Friday. with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon \Vray. Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Bolt open- ed their home last Friday night to their neighbors and friends for cards and dancing. Mrs. Murrell of Wing- ham, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Thomas Martin last week, Curlers Held Local Bonspiel—On Thursday the curlers held a local bon- spiel as the ice, was in first class shape. The scores An all three events were real close. Donald Rae's rink of J. Carr jr., W. Murchison and 5, Gra- ham won the Trophy event from J. Reavie, R. Wismer L. Lott and 5. Mason (skip), by 11-7. The Second event went to J. H. Crawford, R. Chettleburg, W. Gray and Ed. Small, (skip). The runners-up were R. Turn- bull, I. Evans, E. Nash and J .Currie (skip.) Gorrie—Mr.. and Mrs. Geo, Morris, who have been\ in Owen Sound for a year, have moved theit household ef- fects to the home of Mr. Duncan Mc- Kerch,er, where they are employed for the summer. Mr. and Mrs, Chester Turvey of Mimic°, wee the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Cook last week. Mr. Nelson Underwood of near Wing- ham, visited with his mother and sis- ter, Mrs. Geo, Foster last Thursday. Mr. adn Mrs. Wilbur McCracken vis. ited with. Mr. and Mrs. Austin Haw- thorne of Listowel on Friday last. Wroxeter—Mrs. A. I. Hooper was a guest of Mr. and Mrs. George Mee at Fordwich for a few days last week, Mrs. Eldred Nichol 'visited in Harris- ton last Tuesday and Wednesday. Mrs. Sandy McDougall is at present the guest of her sister, Mrs. Wm. CaSeinore, 6th con, of Turnberry, Miss Ada Gallaher and Mr. Wm. Thornton spent one day recently with friends in town, Miss Margaret! Davey enter- tained a 10V of her friends last Friday night at a diviner-'bridge. United Church. There were eighty- five present, including members of the class and officers of the Sunday School and a few other guests. The guest speaker was the Rev. Mr. Tucker of Lucknow, who took for the subject of his address, "The Allusion of Pro. gress." Other speakers were Mr. W. H. Willis, Mr. H. Garlick, Assistant Class Leader, DeWitt Miller, Class President; Rev. L. H. Currie and Dr. Lockhart. The Misses Celeste Carr and Tena Reid rendered piano selections while the supper was being served, and others taking part in the program were: Messrs. Lloyd Hunkin and E. S. Copeland with solos, and Jack Carr. a saxophone solo. Huron Bruce Forum 14- 'The Huron - Plaice,. Boundary 'ENarann met at the home of Mr. and IlEsit. Harold McCormick on Monday, n'xIght, Feb. 28th, with an attendance Whitechurch—Mrs. Roy Patton of Lucan, spent the week-end here with her motther, Mrs. Fox. Mr. and Mrs. Jones and family entertained the fam- ilies who were their neighbours on the boundary, before they left for their new home at Bluevale. Miss Winnifred Farrier of Ripley. and Miss Olive 'Far- rier orStratford Normal School, spent the week-end here, with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Farrier. Mrs. L. A. Knight and her father, Mr. W. J, Fisher, returned from Stratford on Wednesday last. Triple V Banquet Huge Success— Last Friday evening the Triple V Bible Class held its annual banquet in the Sunday School room of the of 14. Harold McCormick was discussion leader. The subject for discussion was "Render 'Unto Caesar", and the Forum agreed most of the public ser- vices rendered were very good. 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