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The Wingham Advance Times, 1934-12-13, Page 7GORRIE /dr. Nicholls spent the past week with his (luta-liter, Mrs, Hockridge in 'Guelph. Mr, and Mrs. Russel Grainger spent a short •time in Guelph one day re- .eently. Santa Clans will meet the girls and toys of this district here on Satur- day December 15. The day of the 'Christmas Tree, sponsored by the Gorrie Sports Committee, The L. 0, B. A, have Lade plans for their bazaar to be held in the 'Orangehall here on December 15. 'Lunch will be served. Mr. W. 'H. 'Gregg spent the week- -end with friends in Alymer, where Ile was called to the funeral of his bfother-in-law, Rev. E. A. Shaw. The annual meeting of •the Wom- -an's Association of the United Church will meet at the parsonage on Thurs- day of this week, Mr. and Mrs. Owen Hill have re- turned to' Toronto where they will reside after spending a couple of ,years farming north of Gorrie. Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Toner, Mr. Earl 'Toner, Miss M. V. Wood, and F. C 'Taylor were among those from here who attended the Winter Fair in . tonal period which was conducted by 'Guelph last week. the rector, Rev. R. S. Jones, followed Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Stafford enter - by a paper on Thos. Moore, taken tained a few Of their friends at bridge by Mrs. George King; Longfellow, on Wednesday evening last. by Nellie Dinsmore, and his poem, "The Village Blacksmith" by Carl ..roxpter. 'News Vidette AnimoRamPosneammonsavor some beautiful Christmas thoughtS. The Seeretary telling each one as she called the roll, how many meetings they had attended during the year, The reports of the different officers were then given and very encourag- ing reports they were. The treasurer reporting quite an increase in finan- ces over last year. The adoption of the reports were moved and carried. The president gave an address and a poem by Samuel Walter Foss. en- titled "The path the calf made," and then told bow a Mrs. Montgomery likened it to a Missionary work, A motion voicing the appreciation of the society to the retiring presi- dent was' answered by a hearty clap of hands. The election of officers then took place. CHURCH CLUB STUDY POEMS Another successful meeting of St. Stephen's Church Club took place on Wednesday night last, at the home of Ernest King, when. Poet's and their Poems were discussed. The program which was under the direction of Mrs. George King consisted of the devot- The annual meeting of the United -Church Sunday School will be held in -the Schoolrooms of the Church on 'Thursday night of this week. • Mr. and Mrs. John Hyndman were 'Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. I. Toner. Mrs, Ritchie, David A. Ritchie and Miss Doris Sample of Teeswater, -were recent guests of Dr. and Mrs. -Armstrong. The many friends of Mrs. Thomas 'Bradnock will be sorry to learn she las been quite ill but is improving. Rev, Arthur Leggett received word from the West thanking him for the response to the appeal for relief which he read at his regular service on Sunday -afternoon. Born -On Sunday, Dec. 9th, to Mr. -and Mrs. George Rutherford, a dau- ghter. Mr. Albert Vanstone and son, Gar- field, moved fheir household effects to London 'last week, where they in- tend to reside. Mr. Nelson Underwood, of near 'Wingham, was the guest of his sister, 'Mrs. Foster, on Monday. Mr, George King and Mr. Everett 'Carson spent Monday in Hamilton. The Entertainment and. Christmas 'Tree for the children of St. Stephen's Anglican Church will be held in the 'Orange Hall on Tuesday next, Dec- ember 18th. Anyone is welcome to -attend. Dinsmore; Wordsworth was given by Dick Jones, after which a contest was conducted by Mrs. George King. Miss Ivy Lawrence then told about Rob- ert Burns and his Scotch poems. A short paper on the life of Robert Service was then given by Blythe Underwood, after which Jean Vittie read his poem "The Men that Don't Fit in", followed by music by Mrs. Frank King on the piano, and Mr. Harry King accompanying on the guitar. Miss Ida Ritchie gave a short synopsis of the Life of Wilson Mac- Donald, and his poem "Maggie Swar- tz," and Miss Edith Ritchie the life of Pauline Johnston, and her poem "Canadian Born," and Mrs. Shera taking Bliss Carmen and her poems. Following another contest and clos- ing of the meeting, lunch was served by the hostess. or:tie alirafa0 Thursday, Dec, 13th, 1 934 ROYAL PORTRAITS ON EXHIBIT Visitors to the ICnoedler Gallery traits of Duke of Kent and his ceeds go in London, England, viewing por- bride by Philip de Laszlo, Pro -1 fund. WOMEN'S AUXILIARY ELECT OFFICERS The annual meeting of St. Stephen's Woman's Auxiliary was held at the residence of Mrs. H. V. Hohnes on Thursday afternoon last. In the ab- sence of the President, Mrs. Wilford King, through illness, the chair was taken by the Rev. R. S. Jones. Re- ports were received from the various officers, with regard to the year's work, and were unanimously adopted. Mr. Jones gave a short address on the subject of Missionary work, saying that it was one of the pleasures of his life to have known • Mrs.- Tilton, one of the original founders of the W. A. In 1886 'four, women, three be- sides Mrs. Tilton, agreed to meet to- gether to pray and to work for Mis- sions; and to watch for results. To- day the membership of that Society equals 87,946. .The following were elected as of- ficers for the ensuing year: Honorary President, Mrs. R. S. Jones; President, Mrs. Norman Wa:de; 1st. Vice Pres, Mrs. George Foster; 2nd. Vice Pres., Mrs. John W. M. S. HELD THEIR ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the W. M. .S. of the 'United Church was held at *he parsonage on Thursda.y, Decem- ler 6, Mrs. Cook presiding. Mrs. 'Whitley Opened the meeting by play- ing a melody of Christmas Songs. Followed by the call to worship and -singing "While Shepherds watch their flocks by Night," Miss Bernice Day .sang sweetly a solo, "Theres a song in the Air." Mrs. Robt. Dane lead in aora.yer. Mrs. Gallagher read the Scrip- ture lesson from Rom. 10, 1-18. Hymn 'O'er those gloorny hills o ar , -was then sung. Mr. Butt then introd- Dinsmore; Secretary, Mrs. F. C. Tay- liced Chapter II in the Study Book, or; Treasurer, Mrs. George King; 'Builders of the India Church,' tell- , Dorcas Secretary, Mrs, H. 'V. Holm- ing of the body that was called the :es; Dorcas Assistants, Mrs. C. Ritch- Thomas Christians as early as 58 A. 1 ie, Mrs. T. Phair, Mrs, C. Lawrence; D., They were grave and dignified , Little Helpers Secretary, Mrs. J. kieople, noted for their eurtesy of , Dinsmore; Secretary "Living Mes- manner and honesty of speech. They 'sage", Mrs, T. Short. -were peaceful Christians though train -1 The meeting closed with prayers, ed, with weapons for war. leiter which a dainty tea was served Christmas Carol "It came upon a midnight clear," with Miss A. Doug- las leading in prayer. Mrs. Shera read the Scripture lesson, which was un- der three headings, namely, "The Christmas Message Announced, Isa. 9, 6. The Christmas Message among men, Luke 2: 8-14, The First Christ- mas Gift, Matt. 2: 9-11. "0 Little Town of Bethlehem," was then sung. Miss Lennox gave a short reading on the art of' giving, entitled "A Love Gift." Miss Alexandria Hamilton read an article entitled "Presented unto Him Gifts," which was in keeping with the Christian Stewardship and Finance work. Rev. Gordon Butt then gave the second chapter of the Study Book "Builders of the Indian Church," by. Stephen Neill. This was followed by hymn "Silent Night" af- ter which the president took charge; roll dell was responded to by a verse on "Light." Minutes were adpoted as read. During the business discussion it was decided to send the customary bale to the Deaconess Home in Tor- onto. This being the annual meeting, re- ports from variosu officers were read, and the treasurer reported the society had again gone over the top with their allocation. The election of officers was con - Mrs. Harvey Sperling then favored by the hostess. with a solo, entitled, "Speak Lord and 1 will answer, Lord 'send me." I A very pleasant time .was spent at The president then took the, chair, the home of Mr. and Mrs, Chester thanking all who took part and an- ,Bennett on rriday night last, wheri nouricing that the first meeting a the a. number of friends and neighbors newly organized Mission Band had an gathered to wish them every happi- attendance of twenty-eight. Minutes ,ness and to shower them with many of last meeting were read and adopt- useful and pretty things for their ed. The roll ca,11 was answered by home, The evening was spent in soc- _________ !ability and dancing , -...,,,,........-m....................,,,,,,......... ' • WROXETER Mr. James A. .Edgar of Wingham, was a visitor in town one day last week. Mr, and Mrs. Heary Timm and son Bill, and Miss Mary Pope were at Kurtz.ville on Thursday attending the funeral of a friend. Miss Lenora Higgins of Turnberry is visiting this week with her aunt, Mrs. Phebe Walker. The monthly meeting of the Girl's Mission Circle is being held at the home of Miss Marjorie Walker on Friday 'evening. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Gibson, and Miss Maude Milligan were London visitors on Saturday. Miss Robertson of Wingham was a recent guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Wylie. Mr. and Mrs. I. S. Durst were Stratford visitors on Saturday. Miss Muriel Hennings returned this week from the Wirigham Hos- pital, where she has been a patient for the past' few days ,and is now re- covering successfully. The evening services at the United Church will be held in the Sunday School: room for the balance of the winter. Miss Hill, who has been visiting o a hospital rebuilding .------ Barnard, London; were guests at the home of Mr. John Gibson. Mr. Frank Smith, of Vancouver, is a guest at the home of his uncle, Mr. T. G. Hemphill and Mrs. Hemphill, Mr. and Mrs. C. Cook, of Hensall; were Snuday guests of Miss Mary Mrs. N. T. McLaughlin visited her Harris. parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Hutchi- son, Fordwich, Thursday and Friday of last week. While there she attend- ed the corrunencement of the Ford- wich C. S., when a play was given by the pupils 'A Quiet Evening at Home' Mr. Art McLaughlin being one of the cast. Congratulations to Miss Dorothy Sothern, 4th con., HoWick, who is known by many in this community, who in a recent contest sponsored by the Thomas Furniture Co., London, Br. Columbia week -end and Mrs. sidering everything. Mrs. D. L. Weir returned from Toronto last Saturday where she has spent the past two weeks. 12th LINE HOWICK 250, LB,. MAN LOSES 29 1..13S, And Looks 19 Years Younger "About three months ego," writes a correspondent, "I weighed 250 lbs. • A very enjoyable event occurred at r started. taking Krusehert Salts, and I lost 20. lbs.. in a little over two the home of Mr, and Mrs. Chester Bennett on Friday morning when the neighbours and friends gathered and presented them with a kitchen show- er. Mr. Elliott of Harristore spent Sun- day at the home of Mr. Robert Brown. Mr. John Finlay was a week -end visitor at the home of Jas. Under - woad. • Mr. Wilfred Brown paid a business trip to Kitchener on Monday. The many friends of Mrs. Thomas Ellis are sorry to hear of her being under the weather, and are hoping she will soon be better. A little girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Radford on Sunday, Congratulations. 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Unless this wast- age is expelled regularly, it will give rise to rheumatic and other body poisons. And Nature is liable to take the defensive measure of storing this poison -breeding material out of the_ way in the form of fatty tissue. GLENANNAN Mrs. Arthur Lincoln visited last week with her daughter, Mrs. John Cathers, at Gorrie. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Metcalfe and son Jackie, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Stok- es and Miss. Ehna Stokes, are spend- ing a few days visiting friends in. Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. George Mundell have returned home after spending a few, days with friends in Toronto. Mrs. Robert Muir spent a few days recently with friends in VVingliam. Mr, and Mrs. Fraser Haugh enter- tained their friends and neighbors to; a party on, Friday evening. Mrs. Angus Stewart spent last 4/144 109.50 110.50 Wednesday with her daughter, Mrs. 4145 105.40 106.40 Richard Jeffray. 41146 109.50 110.50 31149 100.50 101.50 4152 104.75 105.75 41156 109.25 110.25 41159 109.75 110.75 5154 114.25 115.50 4/156 111.75 113.00 5169 116.75 118.00 41156 97.25 99.00 6147 107.75 109.50 5155 101.00 102.50 5-1145 102.50 104.25 6.47 104.75 106.50 5153 99,50 101.25 Ont., was the winner of 7th prize, a !Manitoba 51155 105.75 107.50 four -piece de luxe bedroom suite val- ued at $100.00. Miss Aileen Schaab and Miss Elsie Davidson spent Sunday with the lat- ter's parents near Newton. Sunday guests at the home of Mr. Ont. Hydro and Mrs. D. S. MacNaughton were Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Sothern and dau- Saskatchewan ;Saskatchewan Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade, all of Ford- 'Saskatchewan Abitibi ghters, Shirley and Rosemary, also and Mrs. Vern Denny and fam- ily were Sunday guests of Fordwich friends, Mrs. P. S. MacEwen spent part of last week with her sister,. Mrs. A. Lamont, Brussels. PLAY WAS ducted by. the Pastor, Rev. Gordon with her sister, Mrs. George Newton Butt, and resulted as follows: for the past few weeks returned to Gorrie last week. ' Hon. Pres. -Mrs. L. F. Ashton. Mrs. A. Leech of Brussels is visit - President -Miss Evelyn Dane. Vice Pres. -Miss Evelyn Stephens.. ing with Mr .and Mrs. C. F. Mac - Laren at present. Treasurer -Mrs. Black. Recording Sec. -Mrs. Shera. The Ladies' Guild of the Anglican Church are meeting at the home of ' Cor. Sec. -Miss A. Hamilton. Envelope Sec. -Miss A, Douglas. Mrs. Davey on Wednesday of this Assoc. Sec. -Mrs. E. Carson, week for their monthly quilting, Christian Stewardship -Miss Velma Wedding bells have rung again, and Lennox. this thne we 'extend congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Gibson (nee Finance -Mrs. Grainger. Pianist -Miss L. Hicks. Jean Milligan) who were married on Auditors -Misses Marjorie Baker Saturday. and Evelyn Stephens. Young People's Society Press Sec. -Mrs. K. Hueston. Monday night was Literary night The meeting closed with the Miz- for the United Church Young Peo- pah benediction, followed by a social ple when 24 were present. The pres- half hour in which the hostess serv- iclent, Miss Margaret Wright, presid- ed refreshments. ed. After the opening hymn Marjorie YOUNG PEOPLE, Paulin lead in prayer. Kathleen Durst ,„. EVENING AUXILIARY New Brunswick Ontario Ontario Ontario Ontario Ultra IVIociern ANNUAL MEETING Eye Seryandria ice 1 Mrs, E. W. Ca.rson and Miss Alex - Hamilton were responsible for the Christmas program which was thoughtfully carried out at the Gorrie Evening Auxiliary, when the society met at the home of Mrs. Knowlson Hueston on 1VIonMr clay evening, s. Carson called the meeting to order With thoughts oft the Christmas Ales - F F. HOIVIUTfi R.D. Phone 118. Harristan ELECT OFFICERSre lesson. The 23rd read the Scriptu Psalm was repeated in unison, After The Gorrie Young People's League an interesting business session, Miss an Wedtesday evening was in charge Vera Durst gave a splendid Literary of the Missionary Convenor, Miss Topic, Mrs. W. A. Finlay favored Marjorie Baker. The challenge of the with a vocal solo. The second topic Christmas reason was very effectively was taken by Miss Mary Pope and given, with the call of the Christ -child her subject was "Songs of the Na - from the various lands. The worship tions," The meeting closed with the period was conducted by the Vice- Mibah benediction. the Pres., Mr. Lloyd Ashton theme GREAT SUCCESS The play "Here Conies Charlie" presented in Wroxeter on Friday by Palmerston talent, was quite a suc- cess, and.a real treat was enjoyed by a large audience. The play being hu- morous throughout, kept the crowd laughing all evening, the character of "Charlie" "Uncle Alex. Twiggs" and "Ted" as well as "Nora Malone" the maid, and her friend the Irish cop "Mr. McGrill", were especially amus- ing, while those of "Mrs. Farnham" "Mrs. Smythe -Kersey", her daughter, "Vivian" and her son "Mortimer" were very aristocratic, and the favor of the audience was won by "Papa Lary," who, after overcoming theanany difficulties presented by the care of his ward Charlie, was finally rewarded by winning her love, and becoming the successful suitor; after. having put to rout several other per- sistent lovers. The several vocal sel- ections' given by Rev. Mr. Stack of Palmerston, accompanied by Miss Eleanor Afenary at the pieta) were also much enjoyed. being "Christian Service." Christmas Tree and Concert The election of officers was con- The Teachers and Pepils of Wrox- ducted by the Minister, Rev. Gordon eter public school will hold a corteert T3utt and resulted as follows: and Christmas Tree on Friday after - President --Miss Marjorie Baker. noon, Dec. 21st, to which everyone ill Vice Pres., -Lloyd Ashton, the community is invited. Watch for Sec.-I-Iarold Robinson. further details next week. Treas„--Arthur Ruttan. Beauharnois 5/150 114.25 115.75 4162 103.50 105,00 41150 108.50 110,00 5.48 112.50 113.75' 51146 114.50 115.75 311152 9950 100.75 4153 86.75 88.50 5158 96.25 98.00 53.152 101.00 102.75 5153 32.50 34.00 51173 100.00 102.00 Calgary Power 5160 98.50 101.00 Canada Cement 5,1147 99.25 101.50 Can. Pacific Rly. 41144 93.25 95.75 Can. Pacific Rly. 5154 99.25 101.25 Can. Pacific Rly, 4149 92.50 93.75 Can. North. Power 5153 96.75 98'.75 Duke -Price 6166 97.75 100.00 Gatineau 5156 95.50 98.00 Gatineau 6141 93.50 96.00 Gyp. Lime & Alab. 51148 83.75 86.00 Macl. Quebec McColl-Frant. Ottawa Valley Shawinigan . Shawinigan Simpson's Ltd. A number from here attended the funeral of, the late Jennie Tucker OT2 Wednesday. The funeral was held: from the home of her brother-in-law, Mr. Wm. Weir, to Hornbury Cemet- ery, near Hamilton. Mr. John Metcalfe spent one day last week at Ingersol. Don't forget the Christmas Tree to be held' at S. S. No. 3, Turnberry on Thursday evening, Dec. 20th. A good. programme is being prepared by Miss Irelb.nd and her pupils. Pianist -Miss Evelyn Stephens, Married Fellowship -Annie Douglas. In London, Dec. 15th, 1934 by Rev. Missionary -Miss E. Dane. R. B, Ferris, Violet Jean Milligan, Citizenship -Elmer Butt. eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs, P. Literary -Miss L. Hicks. F, Milligan, to John Cowan Gibson, Recreation -Miss V, Lennox, son of Mr. a.nd Mrs. John Gibson, ...-„a--;----. both of Wroxeter. Binks1 "The last time 1 was at the seaside 1 flirted with a girl, and she Mr. and Mrs .1-11. Rasmussen and called a policeman,' Donna Jean, also Mr. Downey, all of Banks:: "You were luey. The last LOtidoll, were week-eftd guests of the dine I flirted with a girl she called a former's inother, Mrs, Rasmussen. Miss Margaret Gibson and Mr, jno, sae, which was followed by the clergyman." 51161 101.00 103.25 6149 103.75 /05.75 51170 105.00 107.50 43170 94.75 97.00 5170 10125 103.25 6149 10025 102,50 "Happiness," declaimed the philos- opher, "is the pursuit of something, not the catching of it." "Have you ever," interrupted the plain citizen, "chased the last car on at rainy night?" A QUKICSURE 72,1n1: Thousands of men and women, have discovered that C. C. & B. Tonic Tablets bring back lost strength and vitality when nothing else will. By supplying an abund- ance of rich, red blood, they build up the system, steady the nerves, banish the blues, bring back strength and vitality. 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