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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1951-11-07, Page 7The North Huron Junior Farmers sponsored a very successful Hallow- e'en Masquerade in the Foresters' Hall last Wednesday evening. The hall had been attractively decorated in Hallowe'en colours. A large num- ber of those present were in costume, and the judges, Mr, Jerry Montgom- ery, Ag. Rep. for Huron County, Mr. John Butler, Assistant Az. Rep. and Mr, Lawrence Vannan of Beigrave, gave the prize for hest dressed per- scm to Mrs. Rota Drehman of Wing- ham, and the best comic person to Keith Dunbar of Wingham, During intermissioa a presentation was made to three Junior Farmers who had been married during the summer. A cushion and a card table were presented to Mr, and Mrs. Roy Burchill, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Hunking and Mr and Mrs. Jack Adair, Mr. and Mrs Adair also received a wall mirror from the Jr Farmers chivaree crowd. At the end of the intermis- sion, a floor show was presented by a kick-line of chorus 'girls'. Novelty dances were enjoyed and Dorothy Pattison won the door prize, C'ongregational Social and Bazaar On Friday, November 9th., at No. 9 school, East Wawanosh, the ladies of Brick United Church will hold a congregational social and bazaar. There will be a short program at which Rev. W, J. Moores will show pictures taken on a trip to Labrador last summer. Refreshments will be served. Beigrave and Brick United Churches Sunday, November 11th., Remem- brance Day Services will he held. Ser- mon topics will he "The World Sit- uation in the Light of the Christian Gospel of Peace on Earth." Jr, Farmers' Meeting The Junior Farmers' meeting will be held Thursday evening. The par- ents of members are invited to attend. The topic of the girls' meeting is "Etiquette", and Mr, Bob Hethering- ton of Wingham will be the speaker at the boys' meeting. Ladies' Oluild The Ladies' Guild of Trinity Angli- can Church, Belgrave, met at the home of Mrs. Cora McGill on Thurs- day afternoon. Mrs. C. Wade Presi- dent was in charge of the meeting which opened with prayer and the Scripture by Mrs. M, Bradburn. An invitation to all church members, to attend the opening of the new Huron College on Friday, November , 9th, was read. The Bazaar date was set for the first Wednesday in December. The Ladies are catering to the Ban- quet to be held for the Morris Federation on November 14th and plans were discussed and completed.. The meeting closed with prayer and lunch was served by the hostess. Arrives from England The Rev. W. E. Bramwell with his wife and family arrived In Blyth from ,...0.11...40110Barn...1.01090.1.04120.11.4.114.0•111.14M.11.1M1.1141.1.1.12.0•11.4.=01140.0411.0114.3.1/...t....00.1[0.041.04W0.1•1110 an T Sato, N venther 10 at 2 o'clock The Town Hall, Wingham q E Aprons, Children's Wear, Fancy Work Baked Goods, Novelties sponsored by THE SALVATION ARMY HOME LEAGUE „ „ 0 , the form of a carnival complete with fish pond and weight and age guess- ing The evening's proceedings were planned by Mrs. Ross Anderson, Ruth Bradburn and Norma Brydges. Pot Luck Supper The congregation of Knox United Church, Beigrave met in the base- ment of the church Friday evening, November 2nd for a Pot-Luck Supper and social gathering. James Michie was chairman for the program which consisted of musical numbers, read- ings and a rousing sing-song.. Rev. W. .J. Moores introduced the guest speaker, Rev, J. Thomas of Walton. He gave a fine address on "The Power of Suggestion", Personals Mr. and Mrs. Harold Vincent and boys and Mrs. .Clifford Logan and Barry spent Friday in London. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Chamney spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Alton Baynes of Belton. Mr. and Mrs. Art Scott spent Thurs- day at Listowel, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Cook and Mr. and Mrs.. Jack Lewis of Wingham visited Sunday at Tiverton with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Slessor. Miss Freda Cook returned home with them after spending the week-end there. Mrs. Des Gurnett of Goderich spent the week-end with ncr parents Mr. and Mrs. Athol Bruce.. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hanna and David and Jean visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Ross Hanna at Listowel. Mr. ,Harold Vincent was a patient in Wingham General Hospital, for a few days, having undergone an oper- ation last Saturday. We wish him a, speedy recovery WROXETER Mr. and Mrs. Donald Munro, Shir- ley and son, David, all of Toronto, spent the week-end with the former's brother, Allan and Mrs. Munro. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gold and son, of Toronto, spent the week-end with Mr, and Mrs. Wilfred Brown. Mrs, D. S, MacNaughton and John, were Sunday guests of Mr, and Mrs. Robert Connell at Fordwich, and at- tended anniversary services in the United Church there. The autumn confererice for East Huron District Women's Institute, which was to have been held on Mon- day afternoon at Cranbrook was postponed owing to road and weather conditionS. The meeting will take place, on Monday next, November 12th., at 2 pan. Sunday genets of Mr. John Hopfer were Mr. and Mrs. Jim Robertson and Son, Jimmy of Goderich, On Sunday next, November 11th„ at 8 o'clock, a memorial service will be held at Vordwich with Rev, Delights Vogan as speaker, The Women's Guild of St. James' Anglican Church will hold their ba- taar on the afternoon of the 17th, Saturday. The children of S, S. No. 2 held a Hallowe'en party at the school on October 30th, Mr, and Mrs, Scott Hunter, Blen- heim, spent the week-end with their parents here, Mr. Jim Coombes, London, was 9, Week-end guest with Mr. and Mrs, Gilbert Howes, 6 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD VOTE John W. Hanna IN HURON-BRUCE Because • As your representative he has gained valuable experience, There is no sub- stitute for experience. • He has been instrumental in securing many miles •of paved highways, help for community halls, new schools, etc. • Etc has faithfully served the people of Huron-Bruce, regardless of party al filiations. • is a man of determination who \vill see that, things are made to serve Wuron-Bruce. • He believes in a broad advance in hu- man betterment, and to relieve the pressure as much as possible for the aged, handicapped and needy persons, • He believes in hydro expansion in rural Ontario until electricity is ill every farm home, ON NOVEMBER 22, CHOOSE THIS MAN TO REPRESENT YOU WISELY FOR THE FUTURE OF HURON.BRUCE VOTE JOHN W. HANNA New Trucks FARGO HALF-TON PICK-UP FARGO ONE-TON EXPRESS New Cars TWO PLYMOUTH CAMBRIDGE MODELS ONE PLYMOUTH BELVEDERE HARDTOP See the Latest Model Ferguson Tractor wvith the revolutionary 85 matt. motor. This machine is redesigned and. re-powered to "'handle all your farm jobs Drop in and look it over today. EY MOTORS MERK PHONE 84 WINGHAM • Ors.e.ese 'SIVEDIVESDATI NOT-PURER 7, nu "HE WINGHAM ADVANa-TIMES PAGE SEVEN --NEWS OF BaCRAVE North Huron Jr. Farmers Hold Hallowe'en Masquerade Lichfield, England last Wednesday and he commenced his new duties in Trinity Anglican Church on Sunday, also in Blyth and Auburn. Hallowe'en Party A successful Hallowe'en party was held in the Beigrave Community Centre. Prizes for costumes were awarded as follows: Best dressed boy, Keith Robinson, Best dressed girl, Marlene Walsh, Best comic boy, Brian Scott, Best comic girl, Marilyn Hig- gins, Best comic couple, Marilyn Moores, Eleanor Walsh, Best dressed couple, Mary Scott and Freda Cook, youngest one in costume, Donald Vin- cent. The remainder of the evening took Bride, and Groom Presented More than two hundred people from village and district gathered in the town hall on Friday evening to honour two popular young people, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Hunter (nee Mary MacDonald/ who were recently mar- ried. Music for the dancing was pro- vided by the Fordwieh orchestra. Fol- lowing the serving of refreshments by the ladies, Lyle Hart read an ad- dress and on behalf of their many friends Glenn McMichael presented a gift of money. Scott expressed ap- preciation on behalf of himself and Mary. The crowd joined in singing "For They are Jolly Good Fellows" topped off with a shower of confetti. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Hunter have tale- en up residence in Blenheim, where Scott is a member of the staff of the- Canadian Bank of Commerce. Good wishes of all are extended for every happiness and success. ST. HELENS Because of the inclement weather, the observance of the Sacrament of' the Lord's Supper in the United Church, has been postponed until next Sunday. All the ladies are invited to the November meeting of the W. I. to be held at the home of Mrs. Fred Mc- Quillin this Thursday afternoon, when Mrs. Morgan Henderson of Lueknow, will be the guest speaker. Mrs, Ronald Rothwell and Rose- mary of Norwood. were week-end vis- itors with Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Thom. They, accompanied by Mrs. Thorn, spent a few clays with Mr. and Mrs. Illustrated Recital, Lecture Enjoyed A large audience gathered at Unit- ed Church on Tuesday evening, to hear Rev. Russell Horsburgh, of Sud- bury present a lecture, "The House of a Thousand Drafts." Before giving ' the lecture, which was a word picture of life in Northern Ontario, the , speaker showed slides depicting the I development of that part of the pro- vince where mining Is the chief in- dustry. The work of the home mission . board and the need for ministers for the North were told by Mr. Hors- burgh, who was introduced by Rev. Fe W. Todd. Mr. Lorne Willits gave an organ recital on the new electric organ. He was assisted in piano and organ sele- ctions by Miss Margaret Wearring of Listowel, Following the entertain- ment, refreshments were served in the school room with members of the Women's Association in charge of ar- rang,cments, Both lecture and recital were much appreciated by the audi- ence, Children's Parts, at United Church Children and their parents number- ing. forty-five were on hand at Milted Church schoolroom for a Hallowe'en party. The ushal gay and colorful cos- tumes of the season gave the judges, Mrs. J. N. Allen and Mr, G. A, Wear- ring, a busy time making their decis- ions With the following results; Best dressed boy, Barry Grainger; best dressed girl, Elaine Stem best ti B couple, Darlec rothere, Ian Howes. Miss Mary Gibson was accompanist for the grand march. Games, contests and community singing were follow- ed by a children's programme with the following numbers, Solo, "Teddy Bears' Picnic" Patti Staela; Recita- tion, "Weather Signs," Paul Higgins, organ solo, "Beautiful Blue Danube" Ann Douglas; duet, David Sanderson and Bert Poeahtco, "Pumpkin Song." David also favored with a solo. A group of the juniors sang three numbers, "Robin in the. Rein," "Hal- Hallowe'en Party, St, James Church meeting. The congregation of St. James' Anglican Church planned a party for their children on Hallowe'en night. The rector, Rev, Douglas and Mrs. Vogan, were present and took charge of games and contests. Plans are being made to organize a young peoples' group for the winter season. Ladies of the congregation served re- freshments. Open or Glazed Sash & Prefit Window Units MADE TO ORDER Campbell & Gorbutt Sash Manufacturers Diagonal Rd. Wingharn lowe'en" and "Old C'at." Ann Douglas and Miss Gibson were the accompanists. Refreshments complet- ed the party which was enjoyed by young and old. Young People's Society The members of the Young People 'e Union, United Church, held their first social of the season In the church schoolroom on Monday evening. Reg- ular meetings will he held every other Sunday evening at 8.15 o'clock com- mencing Sunday evening, Nov. 18th. W. I. Hold Social Evening Members of the Women's Institute held a successful euchre in the Mas- onic club rooms on Friday evening, with Mrs. Charles Lathers, Mrs. Thos. Parker, Mrs. Les. Douglas and Mrs. Ken Webster in charge of arrange- ments, Ten tables were in the play with one pf crokinole. High score prizes were won by Mrs. D. S. Mac- Naughton and Mrs. Roy Hastings, J. H. Wylie and Charles Maxwell. Allen Munro won the prize for lone hands, Ed, Lambert and Miss Rona VanVel- sor won the first goose egg award, Marilyn Timm was high at the cro- kinole game, A few games of bingo, followed. Les Douglas won the spec- ial for a full card which was a beau- tiful satin cushion made and don- ated by Mrs. W. T. MacLean. Re- freshments were served by the com- mittee. Thankoffering Service December 2nd., has been set for the date of the Thankoffering service of the Women's Missionary Society of the United Church. Guest speaker will be Rev, R. A. Brook of Bluevale. A cordial invitation to all to attend this annual autumn Thankoffering Al. Martin of Detroit. Service is extended. Fruit Cake Takes Prize Miss Sybil Courtier. of Clinton, a • retiree tn ,-sVt,-r:- •-.07 ',.. the guest Mrs. Wes Heimple, who has been a 1spealter at the Autumn Thankoffer- successful exhibitor at many of the I ing to he held on Sue.'•.r morning. local fairs, took second prize at the' November 18th.. at 11 :tan Walkerton Christmas Fair last :vt,l ,k . for a fruit cake. Congratulations. 1 Word was received :,y relatives here of the death of Mi,e4 Erode. Women's Missionary Society 'Mitchell at Toronto. Miss \Meiners The Women's Missionary Society, ii ,nother was formerly Miss Roy Web- .i United Church, will hold their Nov- i ster of Fordyce. Mr. anvd,.11M.\ris.cWill day afternoon, November 9th., at 3 ' tie . and Messrs.Huth and Ronald Me- Mr. and Mrs. ;1 .1 e ros- ember meeting at the manse on Fri-, Webster, Tor- Mrs. John McTavish of the 4th line theM." Mrs. Harvey Timm and Mrs. Crostie attendedthefuneral ." in On Friday of last week Mr. and p.m. Theme "We will remember of Turnberry, had for their guests onto on Monday, A. J Sanderson will have charge of Dr. Ralph and Mrs. Robertson of Col- . the devotional period Mrs. Frank lingwood. During their stay a family ' Sanderson will review a chapter in get-to-gether was held at the Mc- : the study book "From Lakes to Nor- Tavish home, when Dr. Robertson, them Lights," An item from Corn- who has just returned from a trip .unity Friendship will be given by covering Britain, Holland and Switz- Mrs. Alvin Moffatt. Roll Call "High- erland, showed pictures for their light of the Missionary Monthly," pleasure. 1 1 Young People's Union The Fourth Line of Turnberry The Young People's Union met in Farm Forum Farm Forum held their first meeting' the church school-room on Sunday of the season on Monday evening at evening. The newly elected president, the home of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Shirley McMichael, presided and Elliott. Jim Elliott was appointedopened the meeting with the hymn, I secretary. Following the discussion, "From All that Dwell below the 1 all enjoyed progressive euchre, High Skies." Lyle Reidt chose for the scores were held by Mrs, E, Nichol Scripture Jeremiah ch.' I, verses 1-7, and Win. Robertson, Consolation ! Rev. E. W. Todd led in prayer. A film awards were given to 3. J. Elliott was shown followed by a discussion and Mrs. Harold Elliott. Next meet- on same The closing hymn was "Land ing will be held at the home of Mr, of our Birth We Pledge to Thee" andl and Mrs. Harold Elliott. the Mizpah benediction. The execut- iv met at the close of the general 1 VALUE EVERY LIN I