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The Wingham Advance Times, 1929-12-19, Page 21 1 il(I,INGHAM ADVANCE -TIMES Thursday, m..her 19th, 1929 9ill�llll�INIIIIf�RII�l11�IIIMI1lyIlU�ltli�llil�lllll�lhl�l!{Irlll�lll�Ifl�IlI1M1111�111�!II�IIIIWIlI1N[IU�IiI�)ll�llt A Merry hristmas and a Happy New Year to every Patron and Customer ra- • • b t. 1 lit irk 1 111 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 When with pleasure you are viewing, Any work a man is doing, When you like him, or you love hien, Tell him now. Don't withhold your approbation, 'Till the parson make oration, And he lies with snowy lilies, O'er his brow. For no matter how you shout it, He won't really care about it, He won't know how many teardrops You have shed. When you think some praise is due him, Now's the time to slip it to him, For he cannot read his tombstone when He's dead. More than fame, and more than money, Is the comment kind and sunny, And the hearty warm approval Of a friend. For it gives to life a savor, And it makes one stronger, braver, And it gives him heart and spirit To the end. When he earns your praise, bestow it; When you like him, let him know it; Let the words of true encouragement Be said Do not wait 'till life is over, And he's underneath the clover, For he cannot read his tombstone When he's dead. >• We want our patrons and our customers to Un'der- it stand NOW how much we appreciate their v F ' friendship and good -will. m ii Wellington Produce Co., Latd. i W. B. THOMPSON, MANAGER f i Phone 166 — Wingham Branch. i e ilimani ll>illliillnlnlonatill■!IIIIimInl11Ymni Ill®Illail!1m11!IiUInimmellsimiIISI on. 1 Wash Day Is Easy Now Particularly if you have a modern Condor Elec- tric Washer in yourA` home. No tearing of clothes, no back -break- ing work. Just fill the tub with hot water, drop in the clothes, turn a switch and the work is done. Wingham Utilities Commission Crawford Block. Phone 156. !THE SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON LESSON XII,—December 22 The Child in a Christian World —Christmas Lesson --,Luke 2: 8-20, Golden Text. --Suffer the little chil- dren, and forbid them not, to come unto me; for to such belongeth the kingdom of heaven.—Matt. 19;14, THE LESSON IN ITS SETTING. Time and Place. -Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem, according, to tra-; dition, on December 5, The year was B.C. 5, four Years and a few days be- fore the beginning of the Christian Era, which was fitted thus incorrectly by the calculations of the monk Di- onysius Exiguus in A.D. 526. The Matthew passage, at Capernaum, summer of A,D. 29, the third year of Christ's ministry. Christ blessing the little children, Mark 10:.13-16, in Per- aea, March, A.D. 30, a month before the' crucifixion. THE BABE OF BETHLEHEM "And there were shepherds in the same country."—They were not Beth- lehem shepherds; it is the tradition that they carne from Beth-zur, south of Bethlehem and not far from: Heb- ron, ` 'Abiding in the field."— This does not prove the tradition false that Christ wa's born on December 25th, for to -day in Palestine shepherds sometimes remain in the field with their flocks all through the winter, "And keeping watch by night. over their flock."— The sheep pastured near Bethlehem were those -drawn up- on to supply the temple for daily sac- rifices, a fact of soul -stirring signifi- cance when it is remembered that Je- sus, born there, was the Lamb of God, the Infinite Sacrifice forthe sins of the world. "And an. angel of the Lord stood by them." -"Angel" means "messenger," and surely never messenger brought 'happier tidings. That the announce- 'iment of the birth of the Son of God should have been made first to lowly shepherds is a part of Christ's hu- mility and the exaltation of common labor through our Lord's carpenter life and His choice of so many com- mon workmen to be His friends and associates, "And the glory of the Lord shone round about them,"—This "glory of the Lord" shone in days of old over the mercy seat between the outspread wings of the cherubim. The angels throughout the Bible are usually described as glorious beings, radiant with celestial light.' "And they were sore afraid."—The presence of supernatural beings strikes terror 1into most hearts, though it should not. Men fear their power and stand in awe of their perfect holiness. "And the angel said unto them, Be not afraid."—These words were 'spok- en by the Saviour on various occas- ions in connection with special dis- plays of his supernatural power. "For behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy."—"Good tidings" in the Greek is one woi 1, which has been taken over into our English word "evangel." "Which shall be to all the people."—That is, to all the Jews, for Christ was sent to the lost sheep of the house of Israel; and from them His gospel was to widen Qut into all the world, "For there is born to you"—'To you humble shepherds, representa- tives of all humble souls the world around who will receive him. "This day in the city of David."—In ,Beth- lehem ("the House of Bread") near- by. "A Saviour, who is Christ the Lord."- Here is a 'triple crown of glory and blessing! "Jesus" means "Jehovah Saves"— saves from sin, saves from sorrow, saves from death, saves eternally, saves freely, saves all who will accept His salvation. 'Christ' mean, 'anointed,' and is Greek; 4fes siah" is Hebrew and also means "a- nointed." "And, this is the sign untb you."— The token of thetruth of the as- tounding statement just made." "Ye shall find a babe .wrapped in swadd- ling clothes,, and lying in a manger." —"The sign is just that which might, but for forewarning, have been a stumbling -block: the Saviour and Lord lying in a crib, in a cattle stall, or cave!" "And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host."—Jehovah is the Lord God of Sabbath, that is, of this same heaven- ly host.. Before the wondering eyes of the shepherds the sky seemed par- ted and drawn aside like a curtain, disclosing the vast army of angels who had gathered to attend the ev- ent which meant so much to heaven as well as earth. "Praising God."— Because He "so loved. the world that He gave His only begotten. Son." (And saying) "Glory to God in the highest."—In the highest heaven, par- allel to "on earth". in the next line of the song. "And on earth peace." —Under the overpowering rule of, Rome the whole world was then at peace, and in token thereof the Tem- ple of Janus was closed; the corning of Christ prophesied a time when war should be no more, but that time is still in the future. "Among men in whom he is welliapleased."—Literally, "Among men of (God's) own will." There is' only .one way to peace, and. that is to follow Christ, and with that following God is well pleased. "And it carne to pass, when the angels went away from them into heaven."—We are not told whether they went . gradually or instantly, whether they seemed to rise into the sky, or the celestial curtain drew to- gether again and concealed them. Doubtless the shepherds were too a- mazed to realize how it happened, and only knew that one minute they saw the heavingly visitants and the next minute they had disappeared. "The shepherds said one to another, Let us go even unto Bethlehem."—"Come,: now! Let us all go the way to Beth- lehem," "And see this thing that is come to pass." -They had in mind the great event, the birth of the Mes- siah; not yet the great Person, the Messiah Himself. "Which the ' Lord hath made known unto us."—The shepherds recognized in the angel who had spoken to them a messenger of Jehovah, sufficiently authenticated by the heavenly light and the angelic chorus. "And they cane with haste." Doubtless some remained behind to care for the sheep. "And found both Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in the manger."—They found the "sign" of which the angel had spoken, and thereby knew that the angel's, message was true. "And when they saw it, they made known concerning the saying which was spoken to therm about this child." —They would tell their startling story to this person and that, in the streets of Bethlehem and the crowd- ed inn, and they would not fail to tell it to Joseph and Mary, who would rejoice at the confirmation of the heavenly announcement that had been vouchsafed to themselves. "And all that heard it wondered at the things which were spoken unto them by the shepherds."—Those shep- herds were the first Christian preach- ers, and they moved their little aud- iences powerfully because they talked about Jesus Christ, and because they confined themselves to their own ex- perience. Any preacher or teacher or other Christian worker will suc- ceed if he follows their example. "But Mary kept all these sayings, pondering thein in her heart."—Mem- ory and though tfulness combined, gradually working understanding and conviction. The others wondered, but Mary pondered. Little is told us of. this marvelous and greatly blessed, woman, a the mother i 0 of our Lor but , d, that little is enough to fill tis with admiration. To artist, to poet, to musician, to saint, and to seer she has always stood for the highest, pur- est, and best in womanhood, the ideal mother, "And the, shepherds returned to their flocks, glorifying and praising God forth ll things a e tgs that they had heard and seen, every as it was spok- en unto them,"—This is the feeling that should ever remain with its as we think over the Advent story: it should fill our minds with worship and praise of God, Joseph, the shop Gives Name to Rockies Pass eeognitio7i of the years of devoted labor by 3: ddurray Otbbon,, general publicity agent of the Canadian Patifie it,'ailway, in papalarizing the Cana - hr' hoot the world has been given by naming a., pass in the mountains afterhim. Gibbon b Pass has hitherto been anonymous and lies between Shadow Lake and the Twin Lakes, below Ball and Storm mountains in the valley of the Bow, midway between Banff and Lake Louise. ' Not far from., travelled routes in the Rockies and located in one of their most picturesque sections, Gibbon Pass was actually discovered by Mr. Gibbon when he was plan- ning the route to be taken by, Trail Riders last sum- mer and himself hilted over the trail between the two lakes. The name was conferred recently by the Geographic Board of Canada in honor of 1Vfr. Gibbon's work as. poet, novelist, promoter of musical and folklore festi- vals and founder of the Order of Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies which numbers members from all parts of this continent, Iu o e and Aus Naha and Which has done inestimable work in bringing the glories : of Canada, to the knowledge of the wrorld. Lay.Ott shows the Pass, with inset of M. Gibbon, and, bdlowr, close-up of group of Trail Riders, • MERRY CHPITM .S ,.ct P�ott t +a tft a�t HAPPY �e 9J tb NEW YEAR a hitt Tillie COri5tma0 f9pirit • Tong pure ago from out of the (afSt j •ee bai5e men trabetleb far, iaclj guibeb Glom Ajit carer teat Ij le f oltoWing a Otar Ijep fiougbt tbt ling ttjtir gttt5 to bring, Draper in tbeir *carte to prap; anti giber 35ince bit gibt to frienbEi a token on ttjiti bap,. ' /or lobe tljat 5bint5 from Ijeart to Ijeart a5 tomb a ztar lit dap. 416 May this Christmas be made joyful for you and yours, and may the New Year bring you Peace and Prosperity is the wish to one and all from Walker Stores, Limited The Quickest Place to. Shop For All, or that "Last Minute Gift" EVERYTHING CONVENIENTLY DISPLAYED I SHOP SAVE TIME — SAVE MONEY ) WITH US For Mother Or Daughter Hosiery—Gloves Silk Lingerie Umbrellas—Scarfs Handkerchiefs Flowers—Purses Choker Necklets Sweaters—Kimonas Coolie Coats Dresses—Coats Fancy Linens, Etc. For Baby And Little Ones Dolls—Toys—Rattles. Picture Books Trains -Guns `Dish Sets Aeroplanes Sweaters—Mitts—Toques Crib Blankets Shawls—Bootees—Infantees Wool Capes, Etc. For Father Or. Son Shirts—Neck Ties Square Scarfs Braces -Belts Handkerchiefs Armbands—Garters Smart Socks Gloves—Caps Swearter Coats Cuff Links—Tie Clasps Cigarette Cases, Etc. Walker Stores, Limited, Wingham herds, even the Virgin Mary, all are incidental, and we must centre our minds on the incarnation of God com- ing down to earth as a human babe. The more we ponder this in our hearts, as Mary did, the more joyful- ly we shall join the, shepherds in glorifying and praising God. RULES OF' THE ROAD The conscientious observance of ten simple rules for safe driving pre- paredby one of the foremost traffic authorities would materially reduce the number of traffic` and highway an cidents and at the sante time result in a decidedly more efifcient use of our motor cars, according to D. R. Grossman, Vice -President of The Studebaker Corporation of Canada, ted. "The many complications and new safety requirements imposed by mod- ern tiaffic%conditions are ably cover- ed in these ten commandments for motorists," said Mr: Grossman, "They were compiled at the request of safety workers by Dr. Miller Mc- Clintock, director of the Erskine Bur- eau for Street Traffic Research which The Studebaker Corporation of Am- erica endows in Harvard University as its contribution to the solution of modern traffic and safety problems. "The rules are based . ona traffic studies made by the Bureau in city and suburban areas, The ten point- ers which it is believed in.otorists should always bear in mind whether driving in the city or in the open country are; 1. Keep your 'car in sound condi- 2. Keep your car under control— it is dangerous if you cannot stop in the assured clear distance ahead. 3. Keep your eye on the road—one second's inattention may mean an ac- cident. . 4. Never fight for the right of way -the only real utility of right of way rules is at inquests of damage suits. 5. Go along with. the procession - you have no more right to "drag". traffic than you have to jeopardize yourself and others by unnecessary "cutting in." 6.-13c as courteous on the road as you are in your own home—give oth• - er drivers and especiallly pedestrians a fair chance. 7. Know your local traffic .;rules and obey them exactly -they are the° motorist's safety code and book of etiquette combined. 8. Take pride in your driving skill —if normal people are nervous to ride with you, something is wrong with you driving. 9. Don't mix liquor, worry, pr an- ger with gasoline. 10. 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