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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1967-03-02, Page 9DEDICATE GIDEON BIBLES AS A CONTINUING MEMORIAL CURRIE'S THREE FLOORS OF QUALITY FURNITURE • TRIPLE DRESSER • CHEST 00 DRAWERS • PANEL BED • 828 COIL-ON,COIL SEALY UNIT BOX SPRING hind MATTRESS TERMS — ONLY $2.95 WEEKLY 'tog.. SOIL IGNI)t-3 MAR. II PREE PARKING - DELIVERY STORAGE 00 Belmore Personal Notes Maurice. W. Gray dies in hospital All the news in ,Belmore this week centres around one ward SNOW And that's not 'lois! Friday certainly wasn't thernest gorgeous day of the year, and following on its heels, Satur- day didn't appeal to people very Much More, Everyone is won- dering why winter likes us so well, and thinking that spring surely must be lost somewhere. No doubt it's buried under all this white stuff. I wonder if somewhere there might be an electric blanket to cover all of Imere? These lights sure aren't giving much heat! Ah well, 'mid all the unhappy news, Several donations made at meeting ion of his birthday speeiel greetings from his famPusnarne, sake, the Rtt Honourable John G. Diefertbaker, Some people have all the luck can, we help it If our name is Jones? Any* way, it's always nice to have a celebrity in the Miss Mae Johann has return. • ed home after spending two weeks in the southern United States. While there, she visit., ed with Rev. and Mrs. L. C. Jorgensen in Yazoo City, Miser- sissippi. Miss Connie Cameron of Kit= chener spent the Week-end at her heme here.. there is a trace of light, On the 15th of this month, the only 'mild' day we've had since, last August, one of our residents saw a real live crow. Needless to say, he hasn't been back -• smart boy! Mr. Walter Vella is back in the village on leave from duties with the Armed Forces in Egypt. We villagers are complaining! He just came from the desert, and by the way he spoke, is ready to return on the first carne 01 out of Belmorel Mr. John Piefenbaker of our Village received an interesting }ester this week, on the occas- MORAYE—Mrs, Ivan Wight* man presided for the February meeting of the Women's Insti. cute, held on Thursday in the community centre. A donation of $205.00 was voted for the renovation of the community centre rooms so the work could be started. A dona - tion of $25„00 was voted to the music festival committee for the school fair to buy a new shield and $15.00 was donated to the school fait, Mrs. waiter Scott, Mrs. Jack Taylor, Mrs. Albert Coultes were named a committee to arrange for the prizes. The Institute will cater to the Co-op banquet in March and the ladies of the 3rd line will make the arrangements. The Institute was asked to take care of the showcase for March and April at the Wingham and District Hospital and donations of knitted goods, candy, pil- low cases, etc., would be ap- preciated. They can be left with Mrs. Cliff Purdon. It was announced that a bus to Expo will leave Wingham on May 29. Anyone interested may leave a deposit with Mrs. Shiell, Mrs. Boss or Mrs. Bob Powell. Mrs. Robt, Higgins, Mrs. Cora McGill and Mrs. Annie Coultes were named the nom- inating committee to bring in the new slate of officers, Mrs. J. M. Coultes was con- vener for the citizenship meet- ing with theme, "Laws always foster or create public opinion and yet they are themselves the product of opinion" . The roll call was answered by naming a city or town in Ontario and its importance. Mrs. Norman Keating of Wingham sang the Centennial Hymn, accompanied by Mrs. Annie Coultes. J. T. Goodall, Wingham bar- rister, was the guest speaker. He traced the history of the Brit- ish North America Act and the Civil Rights Bill and a question and answer period followed. Mrs. Ivan Wightm an and Mrs. Annie Coultes expressed thanks to the speaker. A trio of Mrs. Bill Coultes, Mrs. Glenn Coultes and Mrs. Stan Hopper sang "The Flag of Canada". Lunch was served by Mrs. Cora McGill, Mrs. Jesse Wheeler, Mrs. Stanley Cook, ... . t .... . m .. m 'num ...... mmumomummum ..... mum ... mme, .. m .. Himmmum .... m . ..... ilimMOMM.191 .. ... kmmmom. 01mflOUPPI1 ... ..... WWI ... m ..... t .. ........ m .... Wimmommit A native of Fiderslie Town- ship, Maurice Wilbert Gray of R.Re 5 Wingham, passed away at the Wingham and District General Hospital on February 24, For the past three years the deceased had been employ- ed at the Western Foundry in Wingham. He was in his 52nd year. He was the son of the late Gilbert J. Gray and Alberta Johnson. After receiving his educa- tion, Mr. Gray took up farming in Elderslie, an occupation he continued until coming to Wing- ham. His marriage to Evelyn Johnston took place in Paisley, May 27, 1944, Surviving besides his wife are four children, Mary, Robert 16, Gordon 15, and Shirley 12, all at home, Private service was held at the Mausoleum at the Chesley Cemetery on February 27., with the R. A. Currie & Son funeral home in charge. Rev. Cecil Jardine of Wingham United Church conducted the service. Pallbearers were Donald Mc= Laggon, John Thomson, Wil- liam Johnston, Lloyd Johnston, Howard Winch and Leonard James, Gorrie U.C.W. receives tapestry depicting Last Supper Mrs. O. Ludwig buried Monday Rey. G. L, Fish conducted Wesel serYiee at the R, A. Gorrie & Son funeral home on Monday morning for Mrs, Ole, Vet Ludwig of Wingham, who died Saturday at the McKay Nursing Home. Interment was in Winghare Cemetery. The former Alice Skinn was born in Blanchard Township, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Skinn. Predeceased by her husband in 1949, and one daughter, Muriel, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Harry (Aloyes) Hibbard and Mrs. George (Mar- guerite) King, both of Toronto, and sons Lyle of Toronto and Jack of Sarnia. There are ten grandchildren and 14 great- grandchildren. She is also survived by a sis- ter, Mrs. John (Ann) McGregor Of Lucknow and a brother, Har- ry Skinn of Englehart, Ontario, THIS PICTURE WAS taken at the International Plowing Match held at Port Albert after the training base there was closed, Facing the camera is the late John T. Currie in conversation with Lord Alexander of Tunis, Governor General of Canada, who opened the match. The picture was taken by Mrs. Eccles Gow of East Wawanosh. BELMORE—The February meeting of the United Church Women was held on Wednesday afternoon of last week, at the home of Mrs. Norman Newans. The leader was Mrs. Harry Mul- vey. The topic was "Our Father Who Art in Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name", beginning the W,I. family night (Intended for last week) A delicious potluck supper was enjoyed by members and guests when the Women's Insti- tute held family night on Feb- ruary 16 in the council cham- bers. After the roll call a short meeting was held followed by cards. There were 22 tables of eu- chre in play. The high lady was Mrs. L. Beirnes; high man, L. Beirnes; high lady playing as man, Mrs. Geo. Carter. The hostesses were Mrs. Robert Gal- braith, Mrs. V. Hastie, Mrs. L. Patterson, Mrs. R. Hastings, Mrs. Olive Boss and Mrs. J. Halliday. May be donated through your local funeral director Mrs. Lorne Walker spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Walker, Brampton. Mr. John Boyd is a patient in Palmerston Hospital. Mrs, Wes. Underwood is a patient in Wingham hospital. Andy Doig of Molesworth spent the week-end with Bryan Johnston. Mrs. E. Carson is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nor- man Carson of Brockville. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Edgar and family, Georgetown, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Alex Edgar and other relatives. year's study of the Lord's Prayer. Mrs. Mulvey read a meditation on the topic, and hymns were sung, Mrs. Walter Vella gave a reading, "The Master's Touch". Mrs. Wilfred Johann was in charge of a portion of the study book, "Jesus Christ and the Christian Life". A discussion followed the reading of a chap- ter from the book. Mrs. New- ans gave a reading on temper- ance, The roll call was an- swered by most ladies present, "A father from the Bible and why I admire him". Mrs. Earl Fitch was in charge of the business. Plans were made to attend the Bruce meet- ing to be held in Chesley Unit- ed Church this Wednesday, Mrs. Fitch also had information about a meeting for United Church Women to be held in . the University of Guelph in Aug- ust of this year. Mrs. Vella presented the group with a beautiful tapestry depicting the Last Supper; the tapestry was brought by her hus- band from Egypt. The ladies discussed plans to place the tapestry on display in the church. Plans were also made to purchase some new hymnar- ies for. use in the church. Mrs. Mulvey closed the meeting with prayer. 4 News from Lakelet Vt..A L+ HOSPITALS, PRISONS pades at Kitchener. Mr. Gordon Wright was ad- mitted to Bruce County Hospi- tal, Walkerton, on Friday with a severe attack of asthma. His condition had improved 'con- siderably at time of writing. Won't Vanish Some one-company, insurance .; salesmen vanish after you buy a policy. Not independent in- surance agents. As independ- ent agents, we give you con- tinuing, personal service. If you have a loss we're at your side, seeing that your claim is paid fast, fairly. Get added service at no added cost. Stop in soon. McBel Club elects officers 351-2636 W. B. CONRON, CLU INSURANCE AGENCY Complete Insurance Coverage — Agent for — MANUFACTURERS LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY I John St. W. - Ph. 357-2636 WINGHAM Mr. and Mrs. Keith Love and Jim Inglis, all of Guelph, were week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. James Inglis. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Haskins and daughter Cheryl moved from their former home at Lot 8, Con. 18 on the Howick-Car- rick boundary last week, to their new home in Gorrie. Mr. George Inglis and daughter Frances moved from their home at Lot 12, Con. 16 Howiek on Thursday, to the house recently vacated by Mr. and Mrs, I. Haskins. Mr. and Mrs. Redmond Mac- Donald and sons of Wingham were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hohnstein, Miss Laura Inglis spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Filsinger of Mildmay and also attended the Ice Ca- Bridge Club The Howell System was play- ed on Thursday night with sev- en pairs competing. The top 4 were: 1, Mrs. H. Fisher, B. Ortlieb; 2. Gorden Beard, Art Wilson; 3. Mrs. R. DuVal, 0. Haselgrove; 4. Mr, and Mrs. Bert Mathers. Rec. Assoc. euchre party Why The Christian Science Monitor recommends you read your local newspaper Belgrave To loan books without charge BLUEVALE—On Wednesday evening the public library board held its annual meeting. The chief business was the discussion of the new County Library Board system under which the local library will function. In charge here will be an advisory committee, Mrs. Bert Garniss, Mrs. Jim Johnston, Mrs. Gordon Mundell, Miss Ruby Duff, J. V. Fischer, Geo. Hetherington, Rev. E. R. Hawkes and Mrs. Harry Elliott. Mrs. Harry Elliott, librar- ian, reported a circulation of 2210 books, with 30 families using the library in 1966. In future books will be loaned withdut charge. The library was attractive with new curtains. Much appreciation was ex- pressed for the faithful and en- thusiastic service of Mrs. El- liott, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lovett of Hayfield, Man. are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. George Cook and family. Don't blame the weather- man for your traffic accident. It's still your responsibility to be prepared to meet any and all situations that may arise when you are driving. Proper name for the ordin- ary house cat is "Domestic Shorthair". LAKELET--The February meeting of the McBel Friend- ship Club was held on Tuesday evening in the McIntosh Sunday School room. The meeting opened with a hymn and Wilfred Johann read Scripture. Mrs. Len Harper presented the meditation, "Growth". Prayer was offered by Mrs. W. Johann and anoth- er hymn was sung, The president, Bruce Hark- ite/gS;'66;idtle'ted the ' and the following officers were elected for 1967; President, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Dustow; vice- president, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Doubledee; sec. -treas., Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ferguson. A schedule was drawn up for the 1067 meetings. A welcome was extended to Rev. Grant by the president. A social hour concluded the meet- ing. Bluevale BLUEVALE—Fourteen tables were in play on Thursday eve- , ning when the Bluevale Recre- ational Association held a eu- chre party. Prize winners were: high score, Mrs. Jack Thompson, Walter Sellers; lucky cup, J.I. Elliott. The committee in charge was Mr. and Mrs. Scott McLen- nan, Mr. and Mrs. Ken John- ston, Mr. and Mrs. Murray Johnston. Refreshments were served af- ter the games. The next euchre will be held on Thursday evening, March 2. Miss May Williamson was missionary for 27 years Your local newspaper is a wide-range newspaper with many features. Its emphasis is on local news. It also reports the major national and inter- national news. THE MONITOR COMPLEMENTS YOUR LOCAL PAPER We specialize in analyzing and inter- preting the important national and international news. Our intention is to bring the news into sharper focus. The Monitor has a world-wide staff of correspondents—some of them rank among the world's finest. And the Monitor's incisive, provocative edi- torials are followed just as closely by the men on Capitol Hill as they are by the intelligent, concerned adult on Main Street. WHY YOU SHOULD TRY THE MONITOR You probably know the Monitor's pro- fessional reputation as one of the world's finest newspapers. Try the Monitor; see how it will take you above the average newspaper reader, Just fill out the coupon below. Weekly euchre BELGRAVE--There were nine tables in play at the weekly euchre in the Belgrave Arena Wednesday evening. High la- dy was Mrs. Wesley Small; high man, Charles Coultes; second high, Mrs. Ross King and Mr. Ross McEwen; low, Mrs. Harold Procter and Melville Halliday. The Christian Science Monitor One Norway Street Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. 02115 Pledge start my Monitor subscription for the period checked below. I enclose (U.S. funds). 1 YFAR $24 0 6 months $12 C1 3 months $6 Name Street City State ZIP Code P816A Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Ver- beak (formerly Marlene Porter) who were married in Wingham on Friday, paid a visit to her grandmother, Mrs. J. J. Elliott and Mr. Elliott, before starting on their wedding trip. Mr. and Mrs. Sperling John- ston and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Johnston attended the wedding of their nephew. Jim Turnbull, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robt.Turn- bull, at Wyoming on Friday. C. B. Hoffman attended the funeral service for his cousin, Clarence Hoffman, at Galt last week, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Mann at- tended the funeral service for their cousin, Charles Joseph Meyer, at Kurtzville Evangeli- cal Lutheran Church on Febru- ary 21st. The 13luevale Women's Insti- tute will meet at the home of Mrs. J. J. Elliott on Wednesday, March 8th. John MacTavisli of Guelph visited his grandparents. Mr. and Mrs, h. 11. McKinnon at the wet:le-end. O.E.S. euchre There were eleven tables in play at the Eastern Star euchre held in the Masonic Hall last Friday evening, High lady was Mrs. James Cart; high man, Murray Taylor; lady playing as man, Mrs. Harold Congram. The mystery prize was won by Mrs, Stewart Forsyth. --- The coral snake is one of the smallest venomous snakes. PROTECT YOUR MOTOR ... HAVE YOUR RADIATOR CLEANED AND REPAIRED WHEN MAJOR MOTOR WORK IS DONE! Eight out of fen radiators in service are DANGEROUSLY (25% or morel clogged! Overhauled motors need 10% cooling to piratett against heat damage. Pro- tect your investroenti Radi. ators MUST he serviced at the time of triblor motor work. For radiators bes yond repair, our Rowe' save you NEW RADIATOR GUARANTEE', Winghath Body Shop Phone 357,1101 4, North Si Winghatii, Ontario Miss Marion (May) H. Wil- liamson of Wingham died on Friday, February 24 in Western Hospital, Toronto, following a short illness. Born in Wingham, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Williamson. Miss Williamson attended public and high school in Wing- ham and the Wingham Business College. She spent some time as a bookkeeper and then at- tended North Bay Teachers'Col- lege. After teaching for two years in Northern Ontario she decided to become a missionary teacher. She went to Amkhut, India, from Chalmers Presby- terian Church in Toronto, of which she remained a member, and spent 27 years in the mis- sion field. When she retired from mis- sionary work she accepted a pe , sition with CKNX and had been the accountant there for the past ten years, She had a host of friends in the community as well as the number of lasting friendships which were formed with co-workers in India. Miss Williamson was Past Noble Grand of Majestic Rebek- ah Lodge, a charter member of the Wingham Business and Pro- fessional Women's Club, a Life Member of the Women's Mis- sionary Society and art adherent of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church In Wingliam. She is survived by five sis- ters, Mrs. W. J. (Margaret) Ar- nott of Ingersoll, Mrs, A, II,• (Anne) Klug and Mrs. T, D. (Kate) Yaritigton, both of Port- land, Oregon, Miss Agnes Wit, liainson of Wingham and Mrs. Edward (Alice) Ziegler of Kit- chener. Miss Williamson was prede- ceased by two brothers, Archie and Neil. Cemetery. Pallbearers were Cordon Cod- kits, Roland Kaufrnart, John Cruickshank, A, B, Lewis, Bert Mathers and Murray Taylor, Flower bearers were Wilford Catlick, Bill Forsyth and John Brent, Service was held at the R.A. Currie & Son funeral chapel on Tuesday. Rev. G. L. Fish of St. Andrew's Church and Rev. E. 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