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Clinton News-Record, 1946-03-21, Page 6PAGE STX CLINTON ,NEWS -RECORD, Interesting Items NEWS OF BAYFIELD Representative: AJIS$ LUCY R. WOODS Phone CLINTON 631r3t John Bates spent the weekend at his home in Brussels. ' Mr. and Mrs. C. It, Will of London, were in the village on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Blair of Hay, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Craig Kerr. Rev. and Mrs. P. H. Paull, Listowel, were the guests of Mrs. N. W. Woods 9n Tuesday. Mrs. Hazel Murray, Owen Sound, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. W, John MacLeod. Mr. W. Rolfe and Mrs. E. Cawston, London, were at their cottage in Lake- ' side Park on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Poth and Ronnie of New Dundee, were. at their cottage over the weekend. Pte. Ellen MacIKay, CWAC, London, spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. MacKay. Harry Baker and daughter, Connie, London, spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Baker. Mr.. and Mrs. Harold Edwards of London, .visited the latter's mother, Mrs. T. C. Bailey over the weekend., Miss A. Campbell, superintendent hf Guelph. General Hospital, was the guest of Mrs. 0. W. Rhynos over the weekend. • Mr .and Mrs, R. Stephens and two ons, London, were at their home in the village, "Shangri-La", over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Ormond and daughter, Mrs. B. Johnston, Dearborn, Mich., were guests at The Albion Hotel over the weekend. Mrs. G. Rourke, Southampton, Miss June Rourke, Formosa. and Earl Strachan, Tara, spent the weekend with Mr. And Mrs. Spencer Ervine: Wrn, Robinson spent the weekend at Spring must be nearly here now his home in the village. B1II who had. as our assessor, George Carter is on been visiting his parents in. London his rounds. returned to the village with his father.. Miss Reta •C"arbert picked some Mr. and Mrs. Fred Telford have pansies at her home near Clinton on purchased the house on Louisa Street. Sunday, March 10. in which they have been living for John Mann and Doris, and Mr. and some time, from the Mary J. Taylor Mrs. Ross Mann, spent Sunday after - Estate, noon with Mr. and Mrs. George Hog - The -Dramatic -Club of Trinity gert. Church is planning to present the We are sorry to hear that Mr. John.. comedy "'Aunt Tilley Goes to Town," Mann Sr., at time of writing isn't by Wilbur- Braum, shortly after as well as his many friends would like Easter. to see him. D. A. Atkinson, Detroit, was at Mrs, Dominic Flynn has returned his home in the village over the week- home after spending some time with end. He was accompanied by his uncle, her daughters in Toronto, Clarkson George Chesney of Calgary, whb re- and Kitchener. mained to visit with A. G. Atkinson. Mrs. Maurice Melady and children, " Major G. Carr -Harris returned to James and Mary,' spent a few days the village on 'Friday after having at the home of her mother, Mrs. Owen spent ten days in Toronto and Ottawa. PIynn, and brothers, Tom and Theo, Mrs. Carr -Harris and two children, last week. who have been residents of the village' for about eleven months, accompanied him to Ottawa on Wednesday. STANLEY Miss Irene Oately of Stamford, and Rene LaKocque of Windsor, spent a Mrs. Fred Watson waswaspresident, few days recently with Mr. and Mrs. and ` Ed. Sturgeon, Visitors at their home Mrs. William Sha on 'Sunday also included: Mr. and secretary. Mrs. Bert' Sage and Mrs. Orans of Goldie Graham attended a meeting Stratford; Mr. and Mrs. Bob Carter, in Toronto and also visited friends for Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Bisback, Clinton, the past week. Euchre and Dance a Mrs. Hubert ,Riffe, California, visit - The progressive euchre and dance ed her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur held in the Town Hall on Friday Caldwell, and other friends last week. evening under: the auspices of L.o.L. Red Cross Work No. 24, was well attended. Prize Report of work completed by Bron winners at euchre were Mrs. Fred son Line ,Red Cross Unit during 1945: Weston, Betty Heard and Nelson 13 large quilts, all quilt tops donated Heard. The Welsh Orchestra played and made by members; two cot quilts, for the dance . four crib quilts, one quilt lining donat- Irish Social • A very pleasant evening was spent in the schoolroom of St. Andrew's United Church on Wednesday, March 13. Rev. F. G.•Stotesbury was chair- man for the program which commenc- ed with contests and community sing- ing. A vocal trio by Misses Anna Porter, Ruth Snelling and Gordon Porter;. a selection on the aecordian by Tommy Penhale; a reading by Anna Porter; a mouth organ selection by -'Elgin Porter, accompanied by Mrs J. Parker; a duet by Donald Campbell and Teddy Dunn; a piano duet by Misses Anna Porter and Ruth Snelling; and selections by the Welsh Orchestra were very much. enjoyed, The cast of characters for a most amusing short comedy "Not a Man in the House" was as follows; Mrs. Maria Bings, a widow with experience —Mrs. Robert Scotchmer; Miss Lucy Rider, her maiden sister—Mrs. Mal- com Toms; aunt Belinda, whose sympathies are with the young Mrs. Charles Tons; Kate, an Irish servant. girl, with admirers—Cecil 0. McLeod; Jessie Ray, Mrs. Bings' pretty niece— Elaine Denby. It was a good per- formance under the direction of Mrs. Shirley Pearce. Lunch was served by the members of the Women's As- sociation under whose auspices the soeial was held. HULLETT TOWNSHIP (Intended for last week) Mrs. James Flynn, Clinton, spent Sunday with Mrs. Owen Flynn and family, St. Andrew's Y. P. • 17. A Missionary speaker and group of singers and musicians, all from Cent- ral Baptist Church, London, will have charge of St. Andrew's Church Young People's meeting next Sunday even- ing, March 24. The meeting will be conducted similar to public worship and anyone wishing to attend will be 'welcome. Cemetery Officers. Named The annual meeting' of - Bayfield Cemetery. Company was held in the Town Hall on Tuesday afternoon, March 12. The following officers were appointed: President, Robert Scotch. mer; vice-president, Joseph Richard- son; secretary -treasurer, A. E. West- lake; auditors --.John Parker and Leslie s Elliott; dire to c rs--J. Richard - ed, d ed, 20 infant gowns, 20 pair panties, three pair socks, 'four turtleneck sweaters, four scarfs, two pair gloves, one pair mitts, three layettes, two pair soaker!, ane baby toque, two pair baby mitts, five pair children's mitts, one baby blanket donated. BRUCEFIELD Home on Leave Air Mechanic Gordon Mustard, RCN, is spending a leave with his parents, but will be leaving shortly for another posting. Over Air Wares Children from S. S. No. 10, Stanley, ave a radio dr programme g o mine from p CQCNX son, Robert Reid, Charles Middleton. Wingham, last Saturda morning. It Alfred Hudie, J. Parker and Leslie was greatly enjoyed by their parents. Elliott; sexton, Robert Orr. Rev. J. C. Britton Preaches Rev. J C. Britton, Clinton, preached. last Sunday morning and evening in Brueefield United Church. In the morning the Senior Choir rendered an anthem and in the evening a quartette composed of Douglas Me - Beth. Hugh Zapfe, Marjorie Mustard, and June Taylor of the Junior Choir sang a number. Reception Tonight A reception for the -returned men and women of the village is being held in the United Church on Thurs- day evening, March 21. h banquet for the personnel and their next 'of kin is being served in the Church Hall at 6.30 followed by a programme in the Church Auditorium at 3 pen. to which the public are cordially in- vited. For Body and Fender Repairing SATISFACTION GUARANTEED 1'4 YEARS' EXPERIENCE C. R. Cr rn ossan y hod Shop Rattenbury St. W., Just West of Bartliff's Bakeshop PHONE 594 1 THURSDAY;. MARCH 21, 192!1 Froin News -Record's Rural Cprrespondent's. GODERICH TOWNSHIP Barrie Sowerby has returned to his home from London hospital. Mr, and Mrs. John' Porter have sold their farm on 4th concession to Gor- don Grant, Mr. and Mrs. Elwyn Anderson, Brantford, and Mrs. Robert Davidson, visited Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Sowerby; and Mr. and Mrs. Austin Fuller last week. • Junior Red Cross The meeting of the Junior Red Cross Society was held in Union School with Doris .Sowerby in the chair. The program included:. piano solo by Barbara Oar, solo by Joyce Sowerby. Federation Tonight Goderich Township Federation of Agriculture is to meet in S. S. No. 9, on Thursday, March 21, at 8 p.m. The guest speaker will be Gerald E. Nelson, Clinton, assistant agricultural representative for Huron County. Dramatic Club Meets The March meeting of the Dramatic Club was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Gerald' Otr, taking the form of a St. Patrick's social. Thirty-five members attended. Chinese checkers. crokinole arid dominoes Were played in progressive style. Mrs. Gordon Orr presided for an informal program consisting of commuhity , singing, violin music by James Young and Ed, 'Sowerby. Plans were r{nade for the Young People from Grand Bend to present a play. Union Church W. M. S, The March meeting of the W.M.S. of Union Church was held on Wed- nesday at the home of Mrs. Thomas Sowerby. with 11 present. The World Day of Prayer service was followed with Mrs. Gordon Orr presiding. Mrs. William Feller read passages of Scripture,on "The Things That Make For Peace," and Rev. L. H. Turner delivered an interesting address on the same subject, Miss Ethel Mc- Ihvain read a prayer. Mrs. Harwood read the first part on "A Child -like spirit," Mrs. Everett Mcllwain and Mrs. Vic. Falconer took the second part, ``A Loving Heart" Psalm 46 was read responsively, and the roll call answered with the text word "Peace." Mrs. Thomas Sowerby and Mrs. James Young took the cart,' "An Active Goodwill." Benediction was pronounced by Mrs. George McIlwain. Lunch was served by the hostess. (Intended for last week) William Lane, Stratford, spent the weekend with his uncle, Jack McGuire. .sack •Stirling and Miss Mary Powiyszyn, Toronto, spent the week- end with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. James R. Stirling. Maple Syrup Season Short Maple syrup has been the shortest season this year in the memory of. the oldest inhabitants, Red Cross Social Porter's Hill Unit of the Red Cross are holding a social evening• for the members at the home of Mrs. Jack Torrance on Friday evening, March 22. South End Red Cross The South End Red Cross Unit held its monthly meeting Wednesday af. terneon, March 13, at the home of Mrs. John Grigg, with 18 ladies pres- ent. The president called the meeting to order, the members repeating the Lord's Prayer. The minutes were read and adopted. This is the last meeting of the South End Unit as now con- stituted. A motion was passed to the effect that the present executive will con- tinue to function until the Red Cross is re -organized for peacetime effort. All members stated their willingness to shoulder further Red Cross work should dire need arise. - As a fitting climax to years of fine leadership as president, Mrs. Wilferd Colclough was asked to accept a beautiful brooch `from her fellow members. The following address was read by Mrs. John Middleton: "The members of the Red Cross Society of Goderich Township South End desire to express appreciation for faithful, h 1 patriotic p otic acinic esou have e rendered d in the past fou ears as president of this worthy organization. "This unit has made outstanding contributions in work and money. The sewing and knitting have been highly commended. All the work accomplish- ed by our members is azery gratifying. Your untiring efforts and enthusiasm, as president, have been largely re- sponsible for the wonderful 'success achieved. There has been hearty co- operation among the members and Committees, The meetings have been pleasant occasions, promoting social fellowship in this community, "We present this pin as a memento' of cheerful relations; and in apprecia- tion of your patriotic spirit. Wishing ou many sears of health and happi ness." Signed on behalf of South- End Red Cross: Mrs. Win. Wise, Mrs. Harold. Tyndall, As a departure from the usual quilting, progressive euchre was then enjoyed with Mrs Deeves winning most games. A pot -luck supper was served buffet style and proved a de cided success from the standpoints of Duality and quantity. This was the 78th meeting since the unit was or- ganized November 8, 1939. PORTER'S HILL AMMO Miss Betty Newton spent the, weeks end with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Eric Allen have moo- ed into the Roger home on conces- sion 6. James Young was in Alexandra Marine and General. Hospital, God- erich, last week having his tonsils removed. Mr. and Mrs. James Lockhart, Mr. and Mrs. I. B. Lockhart. Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Lockhart, spent Sunday in Clinton with Mr and Mrs. Glen Lock- hart. Home From Overseas Mr, and Mrs. I. B. Lockhart arrived 'home Sunday from Lethbridge, Adta. Ivan returned in February after three years overseas.They will be guests of his parents for some time. ..o NEWS -RECORD,; A d 1 e t•s bring quick results. HENSALL' AUBURN William Patrick, Hibbert, has sold his farm to Les Butson, Hibbert. Mre. Stewart McQueen, Usborne, is at present', patient in Scott Memor- ial Hospital, Seaforth, suffering with flu. • Misses Helen and Mae McNau hton Toronto, spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mr's,' Lorne Mc- Naughton, Cromarty, ' Miss Margaret Johnston was taken to Victoria Hospital,, London, Friday afternoon last for treatments in the interests of her health. Percy Wright has arrived at his home in 'Cromarty from the Glenn Urquhart Farms at Barrington, and is ready for engagements as a Licensed Auctioneer,' Mrs. Lorne Elder and little son, Kenneth, who have been spending the past two -weeks with Mr, and- Mrs, . John Passmore, left for their home in Hamilton on Sunday. Honored Ere Leaving Mr. and Mrs. William Glenn. Kip- pen, who are leaving this month, for Grand Bend to take up residence, were pleasantly surprised Friday evening last when a number of their personal friends- met at their home and pre- sented them with a lovely table lamp. Cpl, A. Solder', Baca Word has been received in Hensel that Cpl. Allan Soldan, RCAF, son of Mrs. H. C. Soldan, arrived in Canada Sunday on the "Ile de France," and expected to arrived in London yest- erday. To Graduate as M.D. Norma Elizabeth Joyce Cook, Hen - sell, is among 38 students in the final year in Medicine at the University of Western Ontario, London, who have been successful in examinations com- pleted last week and will graduate with degree of Doctor of Medicipe on March 27. The name of Lois Marion Plumb, Brussels, also is included in the list. Returns on "Ile de France" Sgt. Russell A. Hedden, son of MPs.' Catherine Hedden, Hensel, arrived in Canada on Sunday on the "Ile de France" after three years' service overseas as a despatch rider with the ROE, Sgt. Hedden received injuries some months ago when the motor cycle he was riding crashed into an army truck, and for some months was confined to a hospital 'in England. He arrived in St. Catharines Tuesday, and expected to be in Hensall within a few days. He is a brother-in-law of Mrs.. Maude Hedden, Hensall, and a brother of Mrs. Whitney Carter, Clinton. Service Personnel Honoured The service personnel of the municipalities of the Township of Hib- bert were entertained at a social gathering in the Township Hall, Staffs, Friday, March 16. An -estimat- ed crowd of 500 were present, Each of the personell, 60 in number were presented with signet rings. The pre- sentations were made by Reeve Joseph Atkinson. Speakers included Rev. Fred Risdon of Staffa, Warden Tuer, of Fullerton, who is Warden for the County of Perth, :and Major Allen of Staffa. Members -of the Council and Clerk T. D. Wren attended the event. Music furnished, by Harburn's orch- estra was enjoyed and lunch served. Couple Honored A 'pleasing affair was held in S.S. 10, Hay, Friday' evening, March 15, when neighbors and friends of Mr. and Mrs: W, G. Parke, who recently moved from that community to take up residence in Hensel], gathered to honor them with a presentation. Pro- gressive euchre was featured with twelve tables in play, Winners were as follows; Ladies 1st, Mrs. Garfield Broderick; consolation, Mrs, Fred Corbett; gents 1st, Frank Lostell; consolation, Lorne Chapman. Mr. and Mrs, Parke were presented with a lovely floor lamp, the address read by Jack Corbett, and the presentation by George Pinney. Lunch was served. Silver Wedding Observed uh delightful affair was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Venner of Kippen, Friday evening, March 15, when some 60 relatives, neighbors and friends gathered to honor them on the occasion of 'their 25th wedding anniversary. ar Dancing Y an g was enjoyed J Y with music furnished n ed bv the Hyde Orchestra of Hensel. Mr. Hyde, who is 97 years of age, a noted violinist, Played at their wedding 25 years ago. 3D. and Mrs. Venner were presented with lovely gifts including silverware, money, and 82 -piece set of dishes from the neighbors. The address was read by Mrs. William Kyle of Kippen, and' the presentation by Mrs. Gilbert Johns of E1imville, Mrs. Lorne McNaughton of Cromarty, and Mr, Montgomery Davis of Staffa. VARNA. A. Brown moved his effects to Aylmer on Tuesday, Mr. and Mrs,' Nelson Reid visited with friends at Cromarty Monday. We are sorry to report that Mrs. J, Smith is still confined to the house. Mr. and Mrs. A. Seeley, Clinton, visited the formers sister, Mrs. ulnistin, Sunday, Mrs, Wiley, Marlette, 'Mich., wass a guest at the home of Mrs. Lee Mc- Connell last week. Mr. and Mrs, Hugh Pollock called on the former's father, Ernie P'olloek,. one day last week. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Grieve, Sea - forth, visited on Sunday with the lat- ter's parents, Mr and Mrs. M. Elliott. Mrs. Emma McDonald, at time of writing, was with her sister, Mrs. John Rathwell, who recently returned from Scott Memorial Hospital, -Sea- forth, Mrs. A. McNaughton, in company with Mr. and Mrs. J. T Reid and son, Eric, London, • visited with the former's sister, Mrs. John .Rathwell, and. Mrs. J. W. Reid, Sunday Move to Clinton Gordon Horner has moved his ef- fects to Clinton where Mr. and Mrs. Horner intend to reside in the near future. Mx. Horner is building a new home. Store Changes Hands Mr, Soper, Tillsonburg, has purch- ased the store and business from. A. Brown, who took over the business last November. Mr, Soper, with his wife and family, moved in last Thurs- day. We welcome them to our village. Day of Prayer Held ' The • ladies of the Anglican and ains" and closed with prayer, Mrs. Fred Ross r%isited Donald Ross, Galt. Mrs, Guy Durham' is visiting at St. George. • Miss Ila B. Craig and William J. Craig visited in Owen Sound. Pte. William Raithby. Crumlin, with Mr. and Mrs. Earl Raithby: .Stewart King, Toronto, visited with Mrs. Albert Ring and Donald Ring, 1VLr, and Mrs. William Straughan, Goderich, visited with friends here. Mr, and Mrs, -Gordon Wall, Holy - d, visited s ed with Mrs. John Arthur. Mrs. "Lloyd McLarty was with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Robinson, Belleville. Mr. and Mrsi. John R. Weir; Lon- don, were the guests of Dr. B. C. Weir, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Durnin'Lon don, were with Mr, and Mes, Amos Bali, Harry. W. .Arthur was with Mr. and MZunrs.ioh. Harry Yungblut and family, Pte. Wilbert Lawlor was with his parents, Mr. -and Mrs. George F. Yungblut. Miss Jean Falconer, County School Nurse, paid her first visit to the Aub-• urn school. - Edwin Lee and Mr. and Mrs. Jas- per McBrien, Goderich, visited friends in Auburn. Mrs. Clark has returned from Guelph, where,she visited . Mr. and Mrs. R. Munro Mr. and Mrs, Harold Nicholson and Karen, Seaforth, visited Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Bradnock. Mrs. Carl 'Gorier and sons, Wil- liam ars Clarence were guests of Loftus Welsh, Goderich. • Mr, and Mrs. Arnold Philips, Tor- onto, were with. Mrs. Blanche Philips and Miss May Ferguson. Lloyd McLanty is suffering with arthritis and is a patient in West- minster Hospital, London. L/Cpl. Norman Rodger returned to his home here on Monday after re- ceiving his discharge from the Army in London. Mrs. Harry Yungblut and Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth McDougal attended the funeral of their aunt, Mrs. McBride. Mount Forest. • N•-. ' ••,mgton, who ' se .;pant the uInter w Mr. and Mrs .A whew Kirkconneil, left Saturday, for Dun- gannon, where she will visit her son and daughter-in-law, - Leonard Yungblut, Windsor, Mrs. Clarence Walden, Seaforth, Betty Ann Yungblut, ••Seaforth, Lila Yungblut, Goderich, Roy Mugford, Goderich, and Mr, Klopn. Zurich, were with Mrs. George F. Yungblut. Mr.'and Mrs. William H, Thompson, Belgrave, visited with relatives here, and were accompanied home by Mrs. William J. Thompson, who will visit with herfamily for n time. Many Attend Supper A large crowd attendeda hot sup- per served in Knox Presbyterian Chureh•on Wednesday night last. The affair was snonsored by members of the Victory Club, • Moving to Auburn. Following their auction sale Mon- day, Mrs. E'tina Cowan and daughter, Joan, plan to move, to Auburn and live with Mrs. Cowan's father, George Raithby. Wilfred Sanderson, Blyth. has bought Mrs. Cowan's farm and will be given possession early in April. Retire From . Farm Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Johnston, East Wawanosh, have sold their 100 -acre farm to Mr, and Mrs. 'William Gooier. This farm has been in the Johnston name for the past 55 years. Mr. and Mrs. Johnston and daughter Elaine, will retire from farming as Mr. John- ston has been in ill health. B.Y.P.U. *Meets The Baptist Young People s Union met an Sunday night with Frank Raithby in charge. Prayer was offer- ed by Elaine Johnston. The Scripture was read by Joan Killougn • and a plan solo was played by, Evelyn Raithby. Two topics were given, one a statement of the history, halal's, and Imes of the Anglican Church, by Mrs. Garcon R. Taylor, ani a similar one cn the Baptist Church by Miss Marie Raithby. A solo o was sung- by Wilfred Veyto • i felt as v special re- quest numl er for Mr, and Mrs. Earl Haitles "I{rie and Bill realiby, who are leaving this community, and who Imre alersas been faith -NI B,Y.P.C. etmei ere. rhe offe+ •g received by Harold and John Raithby, Plan War Memorial The second meeting to make ar- rangemepts for a suitable war mem- orial here was held on Friday night in the Foresters. Hall.' The attendance was very small. Herbert Mogridge presided, and the minutes• were read by Harry L. Sturdy. The speakers were George Raithby, Charles E. Asquith, Ralph D Munro, Hairy L. Sturdy, Nelson McLarty, AIfred Rol - !Mem and Amos J. Andrew. George Raithby, Mrs. Bert Craig and Charles E. Asquith were appoint- ed a committee to arrange the next meeting, which may take the form of an entertainment with the object of attracting more persons so further ofans can be made for a memorial. United Church met in the United Church for observance of World's Day of Prayer. Mrs. Lee McConnell, presi- dent, United Church W.M.S., presided. The program for service was follow- ed. Prayers were taken by Mrs. M. Elliott and Mrs. 3. Beattie, of Angli- can Church, and Mrs. W. Johnston, Mrs. B, Keyes and Mrs. George Reid, of United Church. Rev. Reba Bern gave an interesting talk and also sang. a solo. Varna W.M.S. Meets The March meeting of Varna W. M S. was held at the home of •Mrs, Mc.- Clymont. Meeting was opened . by singing "Jesus Shall Reign" and pray- er by president, Psalm 100 was read responsively. Rachel Johnston and her aunt,, Mi's., Miller, Leamington, favoured with a. pleasing duet. The Study Book . on Africa was taken by Mrs•, Fred Reid and Rachel Johnston. The book on Angola was taken by Mrs. W. John- ston and Mrs; Ben Keyes. Mrs. Lee McConnell read a story of work of Dr, and Mrs. Switzer in Africa. A card of thanks was read from Mrs. George McClinchev for tokens 'sent her when in hospital. The audience sang "From Greenland's Icy Mount. • •LONDS�t7Ro Ch arles Vodden had the telephone installed in his home last week. The farmers are busy these days making maple syrup. Ernest Adams, Olinton, called to see his aunt, Mrs. William Seunscion, on Friday. J. Connley,' Toronto, spent a few days last week with Rev, and Mrs. A. D, Penman. Miss Mary Caldwell, London, spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Caldwell, Mr. and Mrs.' Gordon Howes, Clin- ton, visited' with Miss L. Young and Mrs. Lyon on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Hunking and Marjorie, and Mrs, William Hunking, were in London on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Kerslake and Patsy, and Mr. and Mrs, Chester Cor- nish, Exeter, visited with Mrs. Harry Lyon on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs, H. Keys, Komoka, spent Sunday with the latter's father and brothers, William Snell and Harry and Grant Snell. Misses' Vin and Olvetta Brigham, Clinton, and Mrs. (Rev.) Johnston, Toronto, called on their friends in the village on Sunday. BLYTH Mrs. Stewart Durward is visiting in Windsor and Detroit. a Red Cross Quilting The Red Cross group of Hullett and East Wawanosh boundary met at the home of Mrs. Wilfred Plunkett Thurs- day afternoon and quilted a quilt. The organization accepted two quilts from -Mrs. John McQlinchey, This is at least five quilts Mrs. McClinchey, 86, has donated this year, Resumes Practice Dr. C. D. Kilpatrick has resumed his practice here. He hasbeen in the Army since June, 1940. In Jan- uary, 1942, Capt. Kilpatrick was at- tached to the 15th Field Ambulance at Sussex, N.B., from where he went overseas in August, 1942. He served in England. France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. In January, 1944, he was promoted to the rank of Major and returned to Canada in May, 1945. Organize March 25 Veterans of both wars met in Me - Mr. and Mrs, R. Peek. Zurich,: and Mrs. Helen Ferguson, Brantford, spent Sunday with the latter's par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. John Snell. Red Cross Meeting Don't forget the Red Cross meeting on Thursday, March 28, at two o'cloelc in the Community Hall. Mission_ Band Meets The Mary Grierson Mission Band met Sunady morning- in the basement of the church with 17 present. Call to worship, by the president, Kenneth Armstrong. Hymn 125, was follow- ed by the National Anthem. The Daily Prayer and the 23rd Psalm were repeated' ineunison. Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. ROI call was .by Thelma Shobbrook and 1 the offering was taken by Bobby 1 Sundercock. Billy Cowan read the 24th psalm. June Manning read a temperance {story and Lois Wood read a story on 'World Peace. Thelma Shobbrookve a• a solo. A chapter in the u Bookpiano was given by Miss Kirk, anStddy a. missionary story'by Mrs. Bert Shob- brook, The birthday song was- sung for Doreen and Donald Austin. The African song "Lalipo" was sung and prayer by the president. morial Hall for the purpose of or- ganizing a branch of the Canadian• Legion here. The surrounding district , as well as the village was welt refire- sented. George McNall was appoint- ed chairman and Howard' Tait seers. tary. N. W. MilIen, zone commander, explained the method' of obtaining a charter. An organization meeting date was set for Monday, March 25, in:. Memorial Hall. Poster Prizes Presented' During the Epiphany season, schoC• ars of Aluburn, Blyth and, Belgrave Anglican Sunday Schools made mid. sion posters. These were judged by Dr. Annie Ross, Blyth United Church, and prizes donated by the W.A. of the parish, were given to the follow= ieg. on Sunday by the rector, Rev. 3. L H. Henderson: senior, Irene Logan, Belgrave; junior, Marion Joan Taylor, Auburn, Harry Bridges, Belgravee 3rd, Beth Powell, Blyth; 4th, Laur-. ence Nesbit, Auburn. . NEWS -RECORD ADLETS DOA BIG JOB AT LITTLE COST. 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