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The Seaforth News, 1946-10-31, Page 1eSeaforth News HURON COUNT Y'8. LEADING N E W BPAPER WHOLE SERIES; VOL. 69, No. 34 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1946 $1 a year SCHOOL TEAMS TO PLAY RUGBY HERE SATURDAY A rugby game will be held on Sat •arday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock at the Lions park between Walkerton high school and Seaforth high school. This is the first time a rugby game has been played in Seaforth and should prove interesting. On Saturday the local boys played at Walkerton, winning by a score of 34-0. Most of the points were made in the first twenty minutes and after that the play settled down, to a real good game. The Seaforth line-up is: Centre, Don Smith,. Archie Hubert; inside, Don Brighttall, Ron Sills, F. Huisser; middles, Jack Wallace, Walter Boswell, Howard Hackwell;' ends, Bill Munn, Stewart Henderson, Jos. Laudenbach; quarterback; Harold Knight; half backs, Don Stewart, Gordon Wilson, Neil Beattie, , Bill Butchart. Coach, Mr. Dobson. RED CROSS NOTES The Red Cross has a request from Denmark for information of the whereabouts of Pastor Friedrichsen. There is reason to believe this gentle- man is in Seaforth or district. Any one knowing Mr. Friedrichsen please contact our local Red Cross. Red Cross workers: The cutting committee has fifty girls' under, vestsready for you to take nut on eeded. Friday. These are urgently Quilting will be resumed on .Fri- day, Nov. 22nd. NUT POCAHONTAS NUT & STOVE COKE CAVALIER STOKER Anthracite Buckwheat for blowers Anthracite Pea Coal Very good. for brooders. Prepare for the future E. L. BOX AUTUMN RALLY OF PRESBYTERIAL The annual Autumn Rally of the W•M,S.,for centre section of Huron Presbyterial was held in Walton United Church on Oct. 24. There was a good attendance at both ses- sions. Mrs. Roy Lawson presided. The morning was devoted to the business of the auxiliaries. The fol- lowing committees were chosen: Resolution and Courtesy Committee, Mrs. L. Webster, Mrs. Addison, Mrs. Gardiner; Finance Committee, Mrs. H. Kirkby and Mrs. H. Craig; Nom- inating Committee, Mrs, E. McKin- ley; Delegate to Conference Branch, Miss E. Bowey; Finance Committee for Presbyterial, Mrs. Trewartha. The secretary called the roll of the auxiliaries and reports given all showed increases in membership and more interest taken in activities. Mission Circles, C.G.hT. groups and Baby Bands told of increases in all branches of their work. Auxiliaries were asked to try to encourage their associate members to become active paid-up members of their societies. The treasurer's report was given. The financial standing of this sec- tion is much better than at this time last year. The Community Friendship secretary and the temp- erance secretary gave excellent re- ports on the work caried on in the branches. There has been a marked increase in subscriptions to both the Missionary Monthly and World Friends. Report of the Summer School at Alava College was excep- tionally well given by Miss Doreen Coutts. The special speaker, Mrs. L.! E. White of Talbotville, took as her topic "Why Missions?". She gave many reasons why we should sup- port the mission work of our church.' She told us of her tour of Algoma Mission and many experienees of the mission workers there. Through- out her very interesting talk the great need of more helpers in mis Sion work and more financial help for those already in the Mission fields, was stressed. Rev. G. Hazel- wood pronounced the benediction, drawing to a close a most successful Northside United Church . sectional meeting. Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister. hool. 10 am., Sunday Sc 11 a.m. Ernest G. Clarke will tell of his experience on A Western Mission Field. 7 pm., Worship Service con- ducted by the minister. Welcome to these services. Egmondville United .Church Rev. A. W. Gardiner, B.A., B.D. 10 a.m. Sunday School. 11 a.m., "Creating a demand for Life's finer things." 7 p.m., "Christ building His Ohurch." First Presbyterian Church 10 a.m., The Sunday :School. 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Public Wor- ship: The Rev. 11 D. Davidson, M. A., of Knox Church, Mitchell, will preach. Thursday, October 31 at 8p•rn•, 'The Quiet Hour' midweek service le the Sunday School room. Tuesday, November 5th at 8:16, Tuesday Night Club at the home of Miss Alice Reid. The speaker will e the Rev. Mr. Stanway of field. Anglican Sunday, November third. St. Thomas', Seaforth • 10 a.m. Sunday_School. 11 am, Holy Communion "The Cloud of Witnesses". 7 p.m, Evening prayer. "Mud or Monter"? St. Mary's, Dublin 2:30 Sunday Schoo•l and ser - 3:00 Ohureh ,Service mon: Rector, Rev. C.F.L. Gilbertud of , Witnesses". as all services. WINS FIRST PRIZE IN TYPING CONTEST Blanche Norris, daughter, of Mr. and Mrs. N. E. Norris, formerly of •Seaforth, and pupil of Seaforth Col- legiate, has received first prize in typing and an award for general proficiency at York Memorial Col- legiate, Toronto, which will be pre- sented at the commencement exer- cases. • REBEKAH LODGE INSTALLS OFFICERS Officers of Edelweiss Rebekah Lodge No. 117 were installed Mon - clay evening, October 28, by District Deputy President, Mary Nediger and staff of Clinton Huronic Lodge. N. G., Mrs. E. Goodie; V. G., Mrs. A. Moore; Rec. Sec., Mrs, F. Smale; Fin. Sec., Mrs.. R. McGonigle; Treas. Mrs. D. Sills; Warden, Mrs, J. Grum- mett; Con., Mrs. A. Nicholson; I. Guard, Mrs. C. Felker; 0. Guard, Mrs. J. Hi'llebreoht; R,S.N.G., Mrs. J. Pullman; L•S.N,G_,; Mrs. L. Mc- Clure; R.S•V:G„ Mrs, A. Boyes; L.S.V.G., Mrs. H. Scott; Chaplain, Mrs. F. Willis; J.P.N.G.. Mrs. A. Baker; Musician, Mrs. H. Hunt. The District Deputy President, Mrs. Mary Nediger, was presented with glass candlestick holders by Mrs. Ed. Smith and Miss J. Scott, after which a delicious lunch was served by the social committee. REALIZE $1417.13 FROM PLOUGHING MATCH MEALS Egmondville W.M.S. and W.A. met at the home of Mrs. Alex Pepper. Mrs. A. Boyce, president of W.A., in chair, opened meeting by .singing hymn 14S, "Breathe on me Breath. of God," and repeating the Lord's prayer in uni- son. Roll call answered by verse of scripture containing the word 'Faith' by 25 members, and we had two visit- ors. The Treasurer gave the report of the plowing match meals: Receipts $1902.61; expenses $485.48; balance $1417.13. A vote of appreciation was extended to all who helped to make this such a huge success. A letter of thanks was received from Mrs, Ches- ney. The meeting was turned over to W.M.S. with Mrs. Gardiner in chair. Mrs. Watson read the scripture lesson. Mrs. Roy McGonigle and Mrs. A. Forbes gave a report of sectional meeting held at Walton. Special ref- erence was made to Mrs. White and Miss Coutts who had attended Alma College in August. Mrs. Keys gave a paper on temperance. Agreed to have Autumn thank offering at the Novem- ber meeting when we ask Mrs. Rev. Andrew McKenzie to address us. Mrs. Paul Doig took study book. Mrs. Eimer Cameron moved a vote of thanks to hostess. Mrs. W. J. Nott and Mrs. E. Boyce conducted a contest O'ROURKE — MALONEY wedding• was solemnized 'in St. 'Columban Church Father O'Drowski when ANNUAL AT HOME GIVEN BY C, W. L. The annual at home sponsored by the Catholic. Women's League gave St. James' parish a very delightful evening in the school hall, Friday, October 25th. The children of the school welcomed their visitors with a short programme consisting' of an opening chorus, "0 Canada", "Good evening Everyone" and "The Bird- ies' Ball". :This was followed by a reading, "To Christ the King". Other numbers were "Shortening Bread" and a playet, "Our Lady of Guadalupe". Between numbers piano selections were played by Sandy Mc- Millan, Donald McKindsey, Mary Margaret McMillan and Mary Lou 'Sills. Much enthusiasm was shown by the children in a junior and sen- ior quizz conducted by Mr. C. P. Silis, assisted by Miss Alice Daly. Following the opening programme Mrs. Wm. Hart, president and Mrs. J. Hotham, 2nd vice president, pre- sented class -pins to the graduates of 1946, namely: Mary Lou Sills, James McKindsey, Gordon McKind- sey. Bill Oleary, John Laudenbach,. Con. Eckert, Ted Kehn, and to the FLY TO SEAFORTH ON WEDDING TRIP Believed To Be First Couple in Canada To Fly Their Own Plane on Honeymoon 'From the Windsor Star of Ori. 28: The newlyweds Mr. and Mrs. Ste- wart Love plan to leave tomorrow morning for Seaforth, Toronto and Muskoka not in a motor car but in a plane which they intend to Ry them selves. Miss Hulse and her sister Miss Ivy Hulse were making news six months ago as the flying sisters who were learning to handle their own ship out at Leavens Bros. Air Services and a flying honeymoon just about caps things. LOVE-HULSE The wedding took place at 7 p,m. on Oct. 28, at the Anglican Church of St. Andrew, Walkerville, of Beatrice Lillian Hulse to William Stewart Love of Windsor. The bride is a daughter of Mr, and Mrs. George Henry Hulse. Walkerville, and the groom is the eld- est son of Mr• and Mrs. James Love. Tucke'smith. The bride wore a floor length gown family of the late Kenneth K;ng, of white corded satin and floor length This is the first year class -pins have veil. She carried a white prayer book been presented to a graduating class and Johanna roses. The maid of and appreciation is due Mr. George honor, a sister, Miss Ivy Hulse, wore Daly, formerly of Seaforth, for de- a floor length gown of blue. The signing the pins. Prizes were given' bridesmaids, Irene Hulse and Court - to the winners in a Religion Poster net' Greenhalf, wore floor length contest on Religious Vocations: gowns of lemon chartreuse. The best Mary Lou Sills, first; Teresa King, tau ns asve we re Bud t of Fisher andd the Gino second; Loretta Maloney, third; Rocco. The church was decorated with Matthews mention, Peggy Lon various hues of mums. The soloist, Mathews and Gordon Rowland. Mae Cunningham, sang "Because" Fal es for winners heldat the Seaforth and "Through the Years.'' The organ- bFalleri Fair which was in Sloway, est was Enid Greenhalf. The bride's be were given Matthews, Su nnHaelo ick, mother wore aquamarine chateau lass Pe gy Lou Suzanne Dick, and pink carnations. The bride's Ge�c rge .Sills, Helen Fitzpatrick, Ter- grandmother, aged 87, also attended. era! King, Donald Mdfindsey, Billy The wedding was by candlelight with Eckert, Marion Laudenbach, Mary, a candelabras on either side of the Lo Ruston, Ruth Sills, Muriel King, altar with seven candles each and Fe us Rowland. Miss Mary Lou two pairs of candles on the altar. Sill expressed the graduates' thanks Mr. and Mrs. Love left nextIt morn - to Rev. Father Hussey, the school ing fora trip by air to the groom's Boaird, the Catholic Women's League home near Seaforth and landed on and; their parents. Congratulations the farm of John McLachlan. They wen extended by the past -press- left Wednesday morning for Toronto. dent, Mrs. C. P. Sills, and a corsage staying overnight, then going on to of }. Harts were presented by Mrs. Muskoka Thursday, then hack to W to Miss Alice Daly, who at Windsor on Saturday. "Wood Air" the' annual Diocesan Convention at looked in the records as far as they Chatham was elected to the office of could and it was believed to be the second vice-president, first time in Canada that a couple A message of sympathy was sent went on a honeymoon in a plane flown tor. and Mrs. King. by themselves. in on Sat. Nov. 2nd at 2 p.m: in A pretty Autumn Zljie `guests visited the class -rooms ..Tuesday night friends of tlle.gi'oonu. g... which were outstanding with the assembled at the home of Mr. and the schoolroom of the church. Roll by Rev. 0'D k' poster displays and fair exhibits. A Mrs. James Love in honor of the call will be a verse of scripture. Mary Margaret, daughter of Mr. penny sale in charge by Mrs. 3- bride and groom. A social evening Please bring in your mite boxes and and Mrs. Peter E. Maloney, St. Co=d Slattery and Mrs. J. J. Cleary fol- was enjoyed and euchre was played. holiday calendars. lumban, was united in marriage to lowed by refreshments completed A gift of money was presented by Bill Mr. and Mrs. Mel Nichol and Patrick James, youngest San of Mr. the evening with a real eget-to- Hodgen, and an address was read daughter of Stratford spent the Dublin, gether" touch. by Bob McLachlan. weekend with Mr. and Mrs. H. ✓enkins missedifagaini We %!last have to get Me fe/%w good P/CRCCwafch i" "PIERETTE"` $21.75ownDFROM 555.50 'MERCURY" $25.00 OTHERS 0105 519.50 SMARTLY STYLED • DEPENDABLE MODERATELY PRICED Fred. S. Savauge Jeweler & Optometrist THE GIFT SHOP Phone 194 Res• 10 Mrs. Leslie Pryce, Leslie Pryce and George Love. The `Helping Hand" Mission Band will hold their regular meet - and Mrs. Thomas 0 , The . bride, given in maRourkarriage by her MASSE—BANNON I father, looked lovely in an ice blue dressmaker suit, blue feather hat, a corsage of WINTHROP Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Taylor, Dor- Church, Seaforth, was the setting pink roses. Her only ornament was othea and Elizabeth of Staffs with. on Saturday,Oct. 19, for the wed- Fifty representatives of mutual in- A very .pleasant evening was Mr. and Mrs, John McClure. a strand of pearls, the gift of the surance companies of Group Six. Pep• spent in Winthrop hall Friday even- Mr. and Mrs, James McClure, Mr. ding of Loretta Kathleen, daughter bridegroom. Miss Kathryn O'Rourke,! resenting Culross Mutual of Tees- Mg Oct. 25th when a large crowd of and Mrs. Kelly Dalton with Mr. and of Mrs. Ellen Bannon, to Mr. Dolph sister of the groom, was maid of 1 water, Dutteunu Farmers' aintuttl of friends gathered in honor of lir''tis Archie Kerr. Clement Masse. son of Mr. Nelson honour, wearing a fight grey suit, Shelburne, Farmers Central Mutual of and Mrs. Arthur McClure, firs. Mc Mrs. James Anderson from Brus- 1 Blanshard. — ---- Spr. R. K. Davidson is spending a MUTUAL COMPANIES leave tuft, his family. CONVENE AT SEAFORTH I St James' R Catholic a i blue accessories n C c and Masse of Zurich and the late Mrs. grey accessories and a corsage •of RTnMerton, Formosa Mntutil of For - Masse. Rev. T. P. Hussey performed red roses. The best' man was Mr -1 mesa, Germania Mutual of Ayton, -the nuptial high mass. rs, Frank the double ring ceremony and sang Clayton Looby, Dublin. Dinner was, Grey and Bruce of Hanover, Howick served at the hone of the bride's, Miutual of Wroxeter. West Wawanosh Devereaux ,played the. Bridal Chorus parents to some forty guests. The Mutual of Dungannon and Mehilkili raze winners: Ladies' most game ' improved in health. from Lohengrin as the bride entered ride's mother received in a gown of Mutual of Seaforth, met in the Sea- 1Trs. Roy Dohaiage; ladies' lone •The W. M. S and W. A. of Caven, the church on the arm of her flowered silk jersey with a corsage fortis Town Hall on Thursday, Oct. 24, hands 'NTrs• James Hogg; ladies anal o e Clore just arrived in Canada this sells spent a few days with Mrs. fall to rejoin her husband. Progres- Charles Dolmage. sive euchre was enjoyed until eleven Mr. William Little has returned o'clock. The following were the from Scott Memorial hospital much Winthrop, are holding their regular brother, Mr. Leon Bannon She wore of pink and white carnations. The The meeting was opened by the consolation, Mr R b rt McClure; monthly meeting on Wednesday, a white satin gown with a sweat-. groom's mother chose a mauve gown' president of the group. Mr. J. A. Gents most games, Robert McClure; \Tov. 6th, at the home of Mrs• heart neckline, gathered torso, and with a similar corsage of carnations. Biyans, of Harriston, who spoke brief gents lone hands, Rabert Smith; Patton Circle two will have chair'. long sleeves coming to a point over The bride's table was centred with e, ly on problems confronting gents f the hands. Her headdress of satin, three tier wedding calce. A largo; of carni mutuals. In. H. ' yI and Mrs McClure h h edged with net, held her embroil- white bell with pink and white; secretary of the group. awed as sev- ered veil which fell in a long train.' streamers was suspended over the retary for the meeting. Her only jewelry was a string of table. On their trip to Hamilton ands Mr. M. A. Reid extended a welcome pearls, and she carried a bouquet Niagara Falls the bride donned a to the representatives on behalf of of red roses tied with white stream- navy sheer dress with navy accessor-! the Mayor, Municipal council of Sea- ers. Her bridesmaid, Miss Betty les. Guests attended the wedding forth, and the McKillop Mutual Fire Bannon, wore a blue lace and net from Detroit, Toronto, Hamilton.' insurance Co. The morning session directors consolation, Glen McClure. o the meeting. The delegates to tf Iruutr L r Cl were thee t e Sectional meeting will give their asked to come to the platform where reports. they were presented with a purse of money. The following address was read. Dear Isobel and Arthur—It is HURON DELEGATES with feelings of pride and joy that ATTEND CONVENTION we have gathered here this evening to welcome you home. Seven years Over 100 County Directors an 1 ago this world was thrown into a voting delegates from all over On - terrible 'conflict and you heard the tario gatherd in Toronto on Octo- call to duty and answered it. We ber 24th for the purpose of f orm- know that many times you were in ing a Provincial Cream Producers' great danger but it was only by the Association. Huron County's direct - efforts and faith of such men as or is Mr. ,Harry Gowdy of Wrox- you that the victory we enjoy now eter. was finally won. During your ab Mr. W. J. Wood of Alliston was senee we were always cheering for elected President of the figures and praying for your safe re- `lone Cotproduction to oguess turn and now that that has been presented attained words cannot express our farmers in Ontario should receive joy tonight in having you back home '74c a pound for butter fat, com- with us again. But while you were pared with 51c as now, which in - away cupid had a part to play. You cludes a 10c Dominion Govern ent met Isobel and fell in love. Then the subsidy. Secretary V. wedding bells were ringing and Iso- the Ontario Federation of griculbel became Mrs. Arthur McClure. Lure said there were 75,000pro- After many months of weary wait- ducers in the province cwith 0th acom- ing Isobel joined her anxious hus bined out -put of 77,000,000 pounds hand of butter. And now that you have te found a gem The organization will ask the To cherish all your 1 Ontario Government for a vote of Were sure Isobel will prove to be Producers, and rtthe Farm Products odume A true and loving wife. 'Marketing We're glad that you have brought empowering a and tingessorsmto your bride, toeof producers Within our midst to dwell, I negotiate and fix agreements re - And yon see to it Arthur specting minimum prices, forms of That you always use her well. ' contract; conditions of sale, grades, We welcome you Isobel to our .weighing, testing and other matters fair Canada and sincerely hope you relating to marketing of Crean." will feel at home among us. As -a The President and Secretary of small token of our appreciation we Huron County Federation also at- ask you to accept this gift with the tended the meeting in Toronto, and combined wishes of each and every- Mr. James Simpson of Kirkton and one for abundance ofhealth and Mr. Hume Clutton, Colborne Town - prosperity in your future home. ship were voting delegates - Signed on behalf, of the cominuni- Mr• W. E. Tummon, Secretary of ty'. Arthur naade a very suitable re- the Ontario Hog Producers' Associa- piy expressing thanks to everyone 'tion spoke to the meeting. intitnat- on behalf of hie bride and himself ing that some far-reaching and most for the gift. All jointed in singing important regulations pertaining to "For they are jolly good fellows. the marketing of hogs in Ontario Lunch was served and a few hours would be announced shortly. The were .spent in dancing. Music was speaker felt that the existance f supplied by Mae Snaith, George the Association would be more than Smith, and Seines •Neilans; also, justified by these new regulations. gown with coral trimmings and London, Sault Ste. Marie and Kitch- matching mitts and a headdress ener. similar to the bride's with shoulder- - length veil. She carried pink carna- McKillop Pastoral Charge tions. Little Miss Carol Ann Flan - Hours of Church Services Duff's: 10 a:m. Bethel: 11:30 a.m. Gauen: 2:30 p.m. Pastor -Rev. W. J. Patton B.A. ST. THOMAS' W. A. St. Thomas' Branch of the W.A. Masse. The ushers were Mr. John' was held at the Rectory Tuesday Flannery and Mr. Peter Masse, of afternoon with average attendance. Seaforth and Zurich, respectivelyd Mrs. Gilbert,' president, opened the Mrs. Henry . Erich, erger sang meeting with selected intercessions SchubeHe "Ave Maria" at the offer - from the litany, special sprayers tory and "Jesus Thou Art Comingg', andrum the W.A. book, the members at the communion. The bride's moth - Su Lord's prayer in, unison. Mrs. er received in a grey suit and hat Southgate read the gospel for All with .black trimming and black ac - Saint's Day. Mrs. Gilbert spoke on cessories, assisted by the bride - the significance of All Saints' Day room's mother, who wore a black and reported on the large attend- suit dress with white trimming. Both ante and al tmg program of theg semi-annual held'at Ingersoll. The wore corsages of roses. The bride -1 various reports were read and ' ac- groom's gift to the bride was a con ce ted. Subscription fees taken for pact; to the bridesmaid, a strand of the Living Message. The offertory Pearls; to the flower -girl, a gold and dedicated, The second locket; and to the best man, a mill -I receivedtart' set. The wedding dinner was chapter of the study book, India s served at the home of the bride to the Threshold,. was reviewed by Mrs• 40 guests: Mr, and Mrs. Masse left' • Gilbert. The Church calendarbusedow to on a trip to Niagara Falls and points on sale,•all profit to be east, the bride traveling in a char - carry on the work of the Junior W treuse colored dress and mustard A. in connection with the bale, The coat; with black accessories. On their annual meeting will be held at the return they will reside in Windsor. rectory Dec. 2nd. Mrs. Gilbert nery, niece of the bride, was flower - girl, dressed in a powder blue angel skin frock trimmed with coral .rib- bon.:She had a matching headdress and carried a nosegay of baby chry- santhemums centred with roses and carnations. The bridegroom was at -1 nded .by leis brother. M•r. T•hecidore• closed the meeting with the collect for All Saints' Day, and the benedic- tion. . WOMEN'S HOSPITAL AID The Women's Hospital Aid to Scott Memorial Hospital will hold their meeting on Thursday, Nov. 7011 at the home of Mrs. Frank Kling at 3 p.m. JOHN SMILLIE With the death of Mr. John Smillie, of Walton, in Scott Memor- ial Hospital, on Oct. 18th there passed away one of the few remain- ing pioneers of the district. Mr. Smillie would have reached his 91st birthday on the 16th of November. He was born in Scarboro Twp. and at the age of five moved with his parents, the late James and Mrs. Smillie to the 180h Con. of Grey Twp. where he continued to reside. with the exception of a few years spent in Watton prior to the death of Mrs. Smillie in 1930. Later he re- turned to the old home with his sister. Miss Mary Smillie. The two chiefinterestsof his life were his home.and his church and to these he gave his best thought and attention —taking pude in helping to make each a credit to the community. Mr. Smillie served on the Board of Man- agers for years and for the past 25 years has been a member of the session, first of Duff's Presbyterian Church, now Duff's United Church, ' Walton. A good neighbor and a !good friend he was ready for his Master's "Well Done". -Rev. Mr. Hazelwood, conducted the funeral service at his late residence. on Mon- day, Oct. .21st with burial in Brus- sels cemetery. REAL ESTATE CHANGE Real estate sales through office of Watson & Reid: 100 acre grass farm i of Mrs. Ellen L. Shanahan to Roy M. Dolmage. Dwelling on West William street, formerly occupied by Mr. Geo, Ho art of Clinton, Lilley, to Mr. Wes gg with immediate possession. MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION The November meeting of the Seaforth and District Ministerial Association will be held on Monday, November 4th at 2 p.m. at the Manse in Egmondville. The paper will be presented by the Rev. A. W. Gardiner. All members are urged to be present was occupied chiefly with company reports, loss ratios and other prob- lems, with members of the various. companies entering into the general discussion. The afternoon session convened at 2 p.m. and was addressed by Mr, W. R. Cross of Galt, secretary of Mutual Fire Underwriters -Association of On- tario, stud Mr. A. A. Bowes, secretary of Lanark Farmers' Mutual Fire In- surance Co, of Perth, Ont., and 1946 President of Mutual Fire Underwriters Assn. of Ontario, and Mr. J G. Gib- bons, Inspector of Farmers Mutuals Dept. of Insurance, Toronto. The meeting adjourned at 5 p.m. with an invitation to meet at Tees- water in June, 1947, as it is the 75th anniversary of the Culross Mutual Co. VARNA Mrs. Robert Stephenson of the Parr lino, was renewing acquaintances in the village°Monday. . Mrs. Dodsworth of London spent Tuesday with her mother Mrs. E. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. 3'. E, Barnwell of God- erich were recent visitors with the latter's sisters Mrs. M. Reid and Mi's. Chuter. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Snaith of Porters Hill and family called Tuesday on the former's parents. Rev. R. C. Holmes, rector 00 St. John's Anglican Church for the past two years, delivered a well chosen address Sunday morning prior to his departure for his newly appointed charge in Detroit. The many friends deer. and Mrs. Holmes wish them every, success ih their new field of labor. Mr. and Mrs, G. McLeod of Kintore spent the week end with the former's grandmother Mrs. E. .Smith.