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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1965-02-18, Page 3U.C.W. Meets at Farrier Home WI/ ITECHURCUI-The U. C.W. of Whitechurch held their Feb - Nary meeting on Tuesday,after having to postpone it a week on account of stormy weather, Mrs. Garnet Farrier was hostess. A prayer of thanksgiving and intercession was given by Mrs, Dan Tiffin, who also read the Minutes. Mrs. Eunice Gillespie was thanked for flowers which she donated to the church. Mrs. Ezra Scholtz gave a report on the quilt situation. Plans were made for the baby layette which is required for the Presbyterial bale. Mrs. George Thompson, con- vener of Literature and Period- icals began the new study book en Trinidad, giving an interest- ing insight on the ways of the Trinidad people and the coun- try. Mrs. Garnet Farrier played the National Anthem of Trini- dad then the ladies sang it • twice. The motto of Trinidad is, "Together we Aspire; To- gether We Achieve", Mrs. Ezra Scholtz played two violin solos, "Take Time to be Holy", and "When I Sur- vey the Wondrous Cross", ac- companied by Mrs. Garnet Far- rier at the piano. The March meeting arrange- ments were made for the regu- lar meeting and the World Day of Prayer, to be held March 5 • • SHOP CANADIAN Zesty treat for in the United Church, A vote of thanks was tender- ed Miss Diane Coultes for typ- ing the programs and Mrs, 1~q- nice Gillespie was thanked for looking after the used stamps. Rev, George Mitchell closed the meeting with prayer. The travelling basket got off to a good start for the New Year, Make Plans for Day of Prayer FORDWICH-Mrs. Elsie Strong presided for the February meet- ing of the Anglican W. A, at the home of Mrs. Bruce Sothetn. The meeting opened by using the Guided Soliloquy from the Living Message and the W. A, hymn and prayer. Prayer was also offered by Rev. George Hamilton, N. W. T. ,the prayer partner. Roll call was a verse on Septuagesima, answered by 11 members. Mrs, B.Sothern had the art- icles for the Dorcas bale on dis- play, Correspondence included a thank you note from the Kato family, Miss Frances Lemmon, telling of her work at West Hill and from the Children's Aid So- ciety asking for volunteers to sew and knit. Plans were made for the World Day of Prayer service to be held March 5th in the Ford- wich United Church at 3 when all the ladies of the congrega- tion are invited to attend. The study book was taken by Mrs. E. Ferguson. She chose the story of Hannah. The birthday box was passed. Several articles were donated for the travelling basket. Mrs. Robert Allan conducted two interesting contests with Mrs. S. Brears and Mrs. L. Jac- ques the winners. Lunch was served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. N. Armstrong. CHILDREN WATCHED as flood waters cov- ered the Gorrie Conservation Area Park last Thursday afternoon to the depth of several feet, A small wooden bridge and water Asks Regu fountain can be seen on the left, while on the right water covers the picnic shelter area. —Photo by Cantelon. ation, Entertainment Hours WHITECHURCH-The regular meeting of Whitechurch Wo- men's Institute was held Wed- nesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Victor Emerson with 20 members and three visitors in attendance. The meeting was opened by the president, Mrs, Emma Coffin. The minutes and correspond- ence were read by Mrs. Emer- son, secretary. The roll call was "Should women hold jobs outside the home?" Every lady present voiced her opinion and a lively discussion followed. By show of hands it was agreed to have a series of hobo card games with each one mak- ing a donation. It was also de- cided to have a St. Patrick's program on March 19, Mrs. Dan Tiffin is making a pin cushion on which tickets will be sold at the March meeting and a draw made. A progressive euchre party will be held early in March in the Community Mem- orial Hall. It was agreed to ask the Com- munity Hall Board to make a ruling that all Saturday night entertainment close at 11.45 p.m. and that the National An- them be played in closing. Mrs. Russel Gaunt gave a pa- per on Canadian Industry. Indus- try has advanced so much in the last 25 years thatwenowlive in a restless, changed world, due Whitechurch News Items Visitors on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. John Crowston of Lang - side were Mr.and Mrs. Ivan Laidlaw and Janet, Mr. and Mrs. Orland Irwin, Faye and Stephen and Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Alton and Anne of Ashfield. Mr. Jim Ross of Wallaceburg spent the week with his parents, Mr.and Mrs. Russel Ross, Mr. Marray Coultes and Mr. George Conn of Western Univer- sity, London, spent the week- end at their homes here. Mr. and Mrs. Myles McMil- lan of Teeswater were Thursday visitors with Mr.and Mrs. Wes- ley Tiffin. OUR SINCERE THANKS It is with sincere regret that we relinquish our general contracting business in Wingham and discon- tinue our relationship with the many, many customers and friends whose loyalty was responsible for the growth of our firm. Particular appreciation is extended to those in- dividuals whose friendship, interest and faith, over the past 15 years, did so much for our business. A sincere thank you to sub -contractors, employees, suppliers and others with whom we worked. Although we will continue to reside in Wingham, I will be associated with General Building Products In- dustries Limited, Walkerton, in the future and will be pleased to assist anyone in Wingham and district who may have drafting and building problems. We will be operating a contracting division and will be pleased to tender on any commercial, residential or industrial construction. Wilfred G. White Mrs. Russel Ross and Doris were guests at the shower for Miss Joan Chittick of Wingham on Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Evans of Langside were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Tif- fin. Mrs. Arthur Grubbe and Bren- da were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Arscott. Mrs. Ronald Jamieson and son arrived home on Friday from Wingham and District Hospital. Her mother, Mrs. Findlay Mc- Gowan of Toronto is staying with her. Mr, McGowan of Tor- onto spent the week -end at the same home. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Coultes and Diane, accompanied by her friend, Miss Beverley Solo- man, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Schwich- tenberg and farnily of Port El- gin. Mr. Alex Coffin and Mr. Cliff Wells of Kitchener spent the week -end with the former's mother, Mrs. Emma Coffin and John. to inventions. The manufactur- ing industry has advanced as most clothes are now ready made. Housework has changed because of the many gadgets used and these have expanded industry. Local fairs are show windows of privately owned in- dustry. Community singing was en- joyed. Mrs. Emerson read a clipping sent by Mrs. D. H. Mac Donald on "Farm Wives" and "How to Make Money at Iiome", She also commented on the motto, "For men may come and men may go, but Canadian Industry goes on forever". " The Role of Women", written by Ethel Chapman, was also read. The March meeting is to be held at the home of Mrs. Albert Coultes. Harmony Unit WROXETER- The Harmony Unit of the U.C. W. held a skating and crokinole party on Friday night. The ladies' high scores were won by Mrs. Ron McMichael and Mrs. J. MacLean. Lunch was served. Three Pupils On Footsteps W HITECHURCH -Sunday School pupils taking part in "Footsteps" on TV from White- church on Saturday afternoon were Ruth Elliott, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Elliott; Darlene Simpson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elugh Simpson;and Paul Laidlaw, son of Mr, and Mrs. Elroy Laidlaw. Three others took part from Listowel and they ran up a score of ten for their answers, while Whitechurch came through with a score of six. Wingham Advance -Times, Thursday, Feb, 18, 1968 - Page Whitechurch News Mr, Barry Tiffin of Waterloo spent the week with his parents, Mr, and Mrs, pan Tiffin and Mr., Paul Geiger of Waterloo visited with Mr.and Mrs. Carl McClenaghan,. Mr. and Mrs. Tour Morrison were Sunday guests of Mr, and Mrs. Jim Yundt and Mr. and Mrs. Eric Yundt of Stratford. The Yundt brothers work at the gravel pit on the Division Line and board with Mr, and Mrs. Morrison, Mr. Reg Coulter of Waterloo spent the week -end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Alex Coulter. Mr, and Mrs. Andrew Strau- ghan of Goderich spent Sunday with his sister, Mrs. James Laidlaw, who is convalescing at her home here. Visitors on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Carl Weber were Mr. and Mrs. Jim Katchum of Palmerston, Mr. and Mrs. Har- old Bartman of Listowel, Mr. and Mrs, Carl Bartman of Palm- erston, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Barbour spent the week -end with Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Emerson of Pene- tanguishene. Mrs. Bella MacKenzie of Abernethy, Sask. ,started the re- turn trip to her home on Wed- nesday after visiting with her daughter, Mrs. Ira Wall, Mr. Wall and family. Mr.and Mrs. Jim Moffat of Wingham accompanied her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Gros - Korth to Kitchener on Saturday, where they were met by Mr.and BELMORE Mr. Clarke Aitken of Moose Jaw spent some time last week with Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jo- hann and sons. Mrs. R, Meader of St, Jean, Quebec, spent eleven days re- cently with Mr.and Mrs. Harry Helfenstein and twins, of the 2nd of Culross. Miss Lois Simmons of Kitch- ener spent the week -end with her parents, Mr.and Mrs. Jos- eph Simmons. Mr. and Mrs. Rowland Ballagh and Lavonne visited on Saturday with Mr.and Mrs. Claude Bron- son and family of Elmira. The concern and sympathy which this community has felt for the Herb Burchill family was made action on Saturday of last week, when some youths from the Belmore-McIntosh Ili -C group worked at the Burchill farm, helping with chores. Mr. Burchill has been a patient in London's Victoria Hospital since January 24, when he fell from the straw mow in his barn. Mr. Keith Mulvey of Ridge - town spent the week -end at his home here. Mrs, Robert Nickel and Kay of Gorrie attended services in the United Church on Sunday afternoon, and visited w itI old friends in the community. BIRTH BALLAGII-In Toronto, Uutar- '0, on February 4, 1905, to Dr. and Mrs. Robert G.Ilallagh, a on, Robert I la milton, COLD FEET—Pour of George Galbraith's horses had to be evacuated from his Lower Town barn last Thursday when high water flooded the field where the stable is situ- ated. They were able to go back in the next day, Mrs, Paul Groskorth of Toronto and celebrated Mrs. Elwood Croskorth's birthday by having dinner at the Charcoal Steak House. Mr, and Mrs, John L, Currie, Bruce and Duane of East Wawa - nosh visited Friday evening with her mother, Mrs. William Orr and Bob of Langside. Mr, and Mrs. Lynn Morrison and family spent Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chest- er Morrison of Palrnerston, Mrs, Frank Coulter visited recently with her sister, Miss Mabel Purdon, a patient at Pine Crest Manor, Lucknow. Mr. and Mrs, Noble Greena- way and Brian were Sunday visi- tors with Mr, and Mrs. Howard Walker. Miss Ruth Taylor of Toronto spent the week -end with her parents, Mr, and Mrs. Lawrence Taylor. The Messengers of White- church United Church and Cal- vin Brick Church will hold their meetings on Sunday. The East group of Calvin - Brick U.C.W. held a quilting on Tuesday at the home of Mrs. Lawrence Taylor. Anniversary on Valentine's Dav WHITECHURCH-A surprise party was held in Ripley on Fri- day evening to celebrate the 40th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Scott. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs, Wallace Conn, Alma and Muriel, Mr. and Mrs, Russel Ross and Doris, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Coultes, Murray, Darlene and Joyce, Mr. and Mrs. Billie Caslick, Beth, Donna and Patsy, Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Caslick, Brian and Diane of Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Conley of Wingham, Mr. Gordon McCul- loch of Moorefield and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Caslick. Mr. and Mrs. Scott ate from the Langside district. Mrs. Scott is the former Vera Hill and Mrs. Earl Caslick is her sister. The group presented the cele- brants with a wedding cake made in the shape of a heart and ap- propriately decorated. A Valen- tine lunch was served. The couple received several gifts and cards were played. Mr. and Mrs. Scott's anniver- sary was February 14. ,At the Hospital Admitted to Hospital during the week: Ashfield Twp. 1; Carrick Twp. Culross Twp. 3; ilowick Twp. 4; Huron Twp. 2; Kinloss Twp. 3; Morris Twp. 3; East ' awanosh Twp. West Wawanosh Twp, 3; Lucknow 3; Tecswater Win.ham 1. 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