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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1952-03-05, Page 11CRAWFORD & HETHERINGTON Banisters, Solicitors, EU, Wingham, Phone 48 J. H. CRAWFORD, K.C. R. S. HETHERINirgraN, K.C. Business and Professional Directory A. H. McTAVISH BARRISTER, SOLICITOR and NOTARY PUBLIC TEESWATER ONTARIO Telephone 23 Teeswater WROXETER—Every Wednesday afternoon, 2-4 p.m., or by appointment. J. W. ENFIELD, K.C. Barrister, Solicitor, Notary, Etc. Money to Loan Office — Meyer Block, Wingham IN Frederick F. Hoinuth" Phm.S., R.O. Carol E. HomuthR.O. Mrs. H. Viola Homuth R. 0. Registered Optometrists, Phone 118 Harriston, Ont. WELLINGTON FIRE Insurance Company Est. 1840 An all Canadian Company which has faithfully served its policy holders for over a century. Head Office —Toronto H. C. MacLean Insurance Agency Wingham K. M. MacLENNAN Veterinary Surgeon Office — Minnie St. PHONE 196 Office Hours: 3 to 5 p.m. daily except Sunday and Holidays Wingham, Ontario S. J. WALKER Funeral and Ambulance Service MODERN FUNERAL HOME 'Phone 106 Night 189 WINGHAM ONT. +s• WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5th, 1932 TurP, WINGHAM ADVANCri -TIMES .1.40E.E.;xviro NEWS OF BLUEVALE World Day of Prayer p Observed by Two Churches The principal enemy faced by Canadian forces participating in Exercise Sun Dog Three, in Ungava, Labrador, was Old Man Winter. The troops don't claim a victory but think it could be called a draw. TROOPS DECLARE A DRAW IN BAITLE WITH WINTER Central Press Canadian Manning a machine-gun post are: Pte. T, R. Jamie- son, Lachine, Que.; Pte. W. A. Delaney, New Carlisle, Que.; and Pte. W. E. Hubbard, Toronto. The World Day of Prayer was ob- served in the United Church, with a good attendance of ladies from the two local congregations. Mrs. Spar- ling Johnston, president of the W. M. S., of the United Church, and Mrs. Eldred Nichol, president of the Pres- byterian Auxiliary, acted as leaders, to carry out the prepared program, During the period of Intercession, the leaders were assisted by Mrs. M. L. Aitkin, Mrs. Walter Smillie, Mrs. Lewis Hutton, Mrs. Raymond Elliott and Mrs. Frank Stamper. Rev. Matthew Bailie was guest speaker and delivered a fine address on the Theme, "Christ Our Hope," and "What Your Money Does," As the money from the World Day of Prayer is devoted mainly to Educa- tional Literature, he stressed the value of good reading. A duet, "The Beautiful Garden of Prayer," was sung by Mrs. Alex McCrackin and Mrs. Gordon Greig, accompanied by Mrs. W. J. Johnston, The collection was taken by Miss Emma Johnston and Mrs, Harvey Robertson, Presbyterian Church Rev. Matthew Bailie conducted the regular morning service at Knox Presbyterian Church and used for his subject, "The Lord's Supper and Happenings at that '-Time." This is the first in a series of sermons for the Sundays from now `until Easter, dealing with events of the last few days before Christ was crucified. Mrs. Gordon Greig and Mrs. Harvey Robertson sang the duet, "God is a Spirit." 4 At the morning service in the Un- ited Church, Rev. R. A. Brook prea- ched on "Training for Religious Life," from the text 1. Timothy 4-7, Exer- else Thyself 'Onto Godliness, His mes- sage centred around "The Cross," in keeping with the Lenten season, Ap- propriate hymns were sung and the choir sang, 'God Will Take Care of You." United Church The evening service at the United Church was taken by the Y,P.U. The president, Lloyd Wheeler, pre- sided and opened the meeting with prayer, He gave a report of "The Youth Caravan," meeting held at Seaforth, Plans were made for at- tending the Regional School, being held this week at Gorrie, Ken Johnston presided for the last portion of the meeting, He read a passage of Scripture from Matthew and a poem entitled, "Great Truth." Cavell Ruttan read an article on Faith and Wendell Stamper led in prayer. Rev. R. A. Brook led in singing three Lenten hymns. The topic, "The Rising Cost of Being a Christian," was taken by Fleming Johnston. W. I. The Grandmothers' meeting of the Women's Institute will be held on Thursday, March 13th., at 2 o'clock, at the home of Miss Mary Duff. Roll call, "Grandmother's Cure." Mrs. Roy Turvey has charge of the topic and has secured Miss Margaret Brophy of Wingham, as guest speaker. There will be music. Hostesses, Mrs. George Hetherington, Mrs. George Thomson and Mrs. Alex McCrackin. Visitors are always,. wel- come. Morris Euchre Club Mr. and Mrs, Jim Elston were host and hostess to the members of the Morris Euchre Club, with a re- cord attendance. Ten tables played, Mrs. Art Edgar was high with 93 points and Mrs. Wallace Agar was prize winner, playing six lone hands. John Spivey and Bill Elston won the gentlemen's prizes. Mrs. Harvey Ed- gar and Ross Turvey received the consolation gifts. The hostess served a delicious lunch. Mrs. Peter S. MacEwan has re- ceived word of the death of her aunt, Mrs. John MacVicar, at her home at Smith, Nevada, U. S. A. Mrs. Mac- Vicar was a sister of the late George MacDonald of Bluevale and an aunt of Miss Margaret McKee and the late Mrs. Harry Gibson, formerly of Wingham. She was born at Moles- worth and had spent all her married life in Nevada. She is the last of the family. Personals Mrs. M. L. Aitken and the Misses Mary and Rubena Duff, spent Sun- day as guests with Mr. and Mrs. Donald Street at Listowel, to cele- brate the birthday of their only dau- Mr. and Mrs. Roy Turvey attended the funeral of their aunt, Mrs, Mil- vert Sellers, at Wroxeter. Mrs. Arnold Lillow visited her sis- ter in Toronto at the week-end. Mrs. Nellie Lillow and Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Lillow attended the fun- eral of the late Howard Finley of London. Mrs. Bernard Lillow is a daughter of the deceased. The fun- eral was held from Curries' Funeral Home at Wingham on Tuesday. A. D. Smith attended a meeting of the Ontario Postmasters' Executive at Toronto this week-end. Claire Hoffman, Crediton, is spend- ing two weeks' holidays with his par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hoffman. Clare Hoffman is home from Crediton for vacation with his par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Hoffman. The United Church W. A. of East Boundary Work Group is sponsor- ing a play to be given by Londes- boro Young People in the commun- ity Hall. Further notice later. Young Woman's Auxiliary (Intended for. last week) The February meeting of the Young Woman's Auxiliary of the Wingham United Church was held at the home of Mrs. Hobden on Tuesday evening, February 19th., with a good attendance. Mrs. Don Newman convened the worship service. Miss Marjorie Hob- den presided as leader for the meet- ing. The worship service opened by singing the well known hymn, "Be- fore Jehovah's Awful Throne." Miss Joan Hiseler led in prayer and Mrs. Lloyd Brant read the Scripture. Mrs. Don Newman read a passage from the Study book telling how the United Church helps new corners from foreign lands, Following the singing of another hymn the offering was received. In the absence of the president, Mrs. George Guest, Mrs. Jack Wal- ker, vice-president, conducted the business of the evening. Mrs. Stanley Cain reported that the visiting com- mittee called on three sick members during the month. Donating of, good used clothing to the W.M.S. bale in June was discuss- ed. Members are to bring their dona- tions at a later date. Three members volunteered to usher for the World Day of Prayer, being held in the Wingham United Church on Friday, February 29th. The meeting closed by singing the hymn, "Work for the Night is Coming," followed by the Mizpah benediction. A social hour followed. S. W.M.C. (Intended for last week) Mrs. Miles Cameron opened her home to the Senior Mission Circle of John St. Baptist Church, for their February meeting, The President, Mrs. Falconer, presided and opened the meeting with prayer, after which the hymn, "These is a Fountain Fill- ed with Blood" was 'sung. The treas- urer's report was read, After the sec- retary's report and roll call, Which was answered by a verse of Scripture, business was discussed. Mrs. Rintoul read the Scripture from a portion of St. Luke's Gospel and St. John's Gospel, Chapter 11, verses 1 to 19, and chapter 12, verses 3. to 3. Mrs, Falconer Was in charge of devotions and gave a review of the lives of two Biblical women, Mary and Martha. Letters Were read by Mrs. W. Har- court and Mrs, Scott from two mis- sionaries to the Jews in Phoenix, Arizona: Taking part in prayer were Mrs, Harcourt, Mrs. Stokes and Mrs. Pocock, The hymn "Sesua Shall BeIgn Where'er the .Sun" was •tiog, and Mrs. Coyle Closed with prayer. A dainty lunch was served by the hos- tesa. A crowd of 500 attended the Bel- more Masquerade Carnival in the Community Arena, Thursday night, February 28th. The committee in charge are very grateful to all those taking part, "the broom ball players, those in costume and anyone who helped to make the evening a suc- cess." They would also like to thank CKNX, who loaned the sound system, Mr, Elmer Purdon and the judges, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Sillick and Mr. and Mrs. Donahue of Teeswater. Hunkin's Steamrollers won the broomball game over Formosa Far- mers by a score of 3-0. A profit of 99.20 was realized on the evening. Prize winners were: Girls, 15 and under, best dressed, Sharon Merkley, June Stokes; Boys, 15 and under, best dressed, Roger West, Allan McTavish; largest family on skates, Fred Willie family; Clown, Costume and performance to count, John Rutherford; bet dressed lady, Mrs. Carl Douglas, Mrs. Clark Shar- pin;best dressed gentleman, A. H. MacTavish, Elmer Ballagh; Comic couple, Ken Edgar, Clark Sharpin, Pete Dobson; Cecil Button and Nor- man McKee; Kiddies on tricycles, Dianne Fitch, Janice Merkley; best couple skaters, 16 and over, Ken Petteplace, Joyce Wharton, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. MacTavish; fancy figure skating, 15 and under, Marilyn Wid- dis, Shirley McNeil, Isabel Willie; girls, 16 and under, Beverley Black- well, Donna Wilkinson; boys, 12 and under, Peter Newans, Earl Haskins; boys, 16 anti under, Morgan Seim- maker, Lloyd Nickel; open race, Tim Kennedy, Ron McMichael; Barrel jumping, open, John Kennedy; barrel jumping, girls, Donna Wilkinson; Relay race, 3 to a team, Tim Ken- nedy and Ron McMichael teams tied. musical chairs, girls, Donna Wilkin- son; musical chairs, boys, Jim Why- tock; bicycle race, Morgan Schumak- er. World's I:my of Prayer' There was a good attendance at the World's Day of Prayer service in the United Church on Friday after- noon The ladies from McIntosh and Belmore Presbyterian congregations joined with the ladies of the United Church for the occasion. Mrs. (Rev.) J. H. Martin gave a splendid address on the subject assigned, and Mrs. Norman Newans and Mrs. Rowland Ballagh favored with a duet, "Pause for a Moment of Prayer." Mrs. Curie accompanied on the organ. Mrs. Thomas Abraham, Mrs. Jack Ferg- uson and Mrk,, Harvey Ballagh acted as leaders and a number of ladies led in prayer, Following the meeting, a delicious lunch was served by the ladies of the United Church and a social half hour was enjoyed. 251h Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Merkley were pleasantly surprised last Tuesday night, when about thirty neighbours and friends gathered to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their wedding and to wish them continued happi- ness, Six tables of progressive euchre were enjoyed; also crokinole. Mrs. T. Parker, Mrs. Percy Copeland, Mrs, T. Abraham, Ernie Merkley, Carl Fitch and Jack Fitch were the prize Winners. Lunch was served, after which the bride and groom of 25 years ago opened their gi2ts. They consisted of some lovely china cups and saucers, a silver tray and a silver tea-pot. Mr. Merkley then thanked the neighbors and friends for their friendly gesture and gifts. Bride Honoured On Friday evening, Mrs. Bill Allin (nee Doris Culliton) was the guest of her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs, Carl Douglas, along with friends and relatives frOM Glenannan, whore she lived in her Childhood. There were also a number present from tiehnoro and Wroxoter, where she spent her week-ends, We regret, due to tile lack of accommodation, that her many friends from Wingham could not be and Mrs. N. Hunkin, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bennett of Gorrie, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gowdy. Mrs. Simpson of Wingliam, is visit- ing her niece, Mrs. Curie, at present. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Halliday of Kit- chener, spent the week-end with their parents, Miss Isabel Darling accom- panied them. Mr, and Mrs. Claude Bronson of Galt, visited over the week-end with her parents, Mr, and Mrs, Rowland Mr. and Mrs. John Worden of Stratford, spent Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. Thos. Abraham and called on Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Jeffrey, Mrs, Russell Sewers spent last week in Wingham Hospital, having had an operation for appendicitis a week ago Sunday, Mrs. Alex Petrie has also been confined to bed with a severe attack of sciatica. We wish both these ladies a speedy and com- plete recovery. Rev. Matthew Bailie commenced a series of sermons last Sunday, deal- ing with the last days of Christ's life on earth. On Sunday, he spoke of the last supper and Judas' betrayal, and will follow the events until the cruci- fixion and resurrection on Easter Sunday, Y .W .M.C.' (Intended for last week) The February meeting of the Young Ladies' Mission Circle of the Baptist Church was held at the home of Mrs. Bruce MacLean on Thursday evening, with a good number n at- tendance. Mrs. Bruce MacLean pre- sided and opened the meeting by all singing "Tell Me the Old, Old Story." The president then led in prayer. A lovely solo was rendered by Miss Helen Louise Pocock. After the min- utes and roll call were read and adopted, Mrs. Frank Collar read an interesting little article entitled "What Shall I Give to Missions This Year." Two interesting letters receiv- ed from our missionary, Miss Laura Collar, were read by Mrs. Reg Collar. Mrs. Douglas Gallagaher favoured wtih a beautiful solo, entitled, "Jesus Rose of Sharon," The devotional was capably given by Mrs. Merrill Cantelon, basing her remarks on Philippians, 3rd. chapter, 13-14, "To have success in the Christ- ian Life, we must forget those things which are behind, reaching forth un- to those things which' are before, we press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." A season of prayer was conducted by Mrs. Coyle, Miss Esme Tucker, and Mrs. Bill Clark, the hymn "A Shelter in the Time of Storm," was sung. The main theme of the pro- gramme was concerning "Sudan In- terior Mission." Mrs. Bill Aitken read an interesting article concerning "The Women of Africa." A letter of interest from Miss Jean Horning was read by Miss Vivian MacLean. An- other lovely solo entitled, "0 Zion Haste," was rendered by Mrs. Doug. Gallagher. A chapter from our new study book, "Seven Sevens of Years," was read by Mrs. F. Collar. 4, A reading entitled "Conversion of A Witch Doctor," was read by Miss M. Jones. The hymn "He Is So Precious To Me," was sung. Mrs. J. Donaldson closed the meeting in prayer. A dainty lunch was served and a social time enjoyed. The chestnut tree is a great source of tannin, used in the Canadian lea- ther industry. A group of lions is called a pride. ghter, Linda. NEWS OF BELMORE Mrs. Elsie Lamont is spending a ' Cardiff, at Brussels. 500 Attend Masquerade few days with her sister, Mrs. Nelson Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Smith spent the at Toronto. Carnival at Memorial Arena week-end with relatives and friends present. Miss Janie Day and Master Wayne Douglas carried a large clothes basket of yellow kitchen- ware in to the bride and assisted her in unloading the basket for everyone to see. Doris also received useful pieces of linen and bedding. Each lady contributed her favourite recipe. Doris expressed her appreciation and many thanks to all those who contri- buted. Mrs. Elmer Purdon and Mrs. Fred Tuck, aunts of the bride, assist- ed with arrangements and refresh- ments. Mrs. Jack Day, Mrs. Tim Ken- I nedy, Mrs. Jack Fitch Jr., and Miss Bessie Scott. graciously aided in the kitchen and with the serving of a cup of tea. Both Bill and Doris have been victims of accidents and all 1 their friends wish them a full and speedy recovery, along with best wishes for every happiness in their married life. Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Southgate of Toronto, spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Carl Douglas. Win at Owen Sound A rink from Belmore, comprising Messrs. C. Renwick, Geo. Inglis, I. Haskins and W. Elliott, took part in a bonspiel at Owen Sound on Wed- nesday and won first prize, which consisted of four beautiful arm- chairs. Mr. Clark Renwick also won a lucky draw and received as a prize, a cured ham. Card Party A record crowd attended the card party held in the Hall last Monday night, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Merkley, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Finlay and Mr. Jack Willits were conveners and the prizes went to Miss M. Montgomery, Miss Jean Wilton, Messrs. Leslie Will and Robert Allen, and Leslie Will for the most lone hands. Personals Mr. - and Mrs. Carl Douglas and Wayne„ visited on Sunday evening with Mr, and Mrs. Garnet Farrier and family of Whitechurch. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Edgar and Mr. and Mrs. Tim Kennedy were supper guests Sunday evening of Mr, liar a, few cents a clay._ On streets and highways, in homes and in buildings of every kind, you are pcotected and served by electric light. 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