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Porcupine Advance, 18 Mar 1943, 1, p. 4

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Friends of Miss Monica Shragge, gatâ€" hered at the home of Mr. Gordon Eyre, son of Mr. and Mrs. Karl Eyre, 7 First avenue, to honour her at a farewell party, prior to her leaving with her mothéer, Mrs. A. J. Shragge to take up residence in the United States . . . ‘Those at the party including Misses Monica Shragge, Lois Urquhart, Barâ€" bara Haystead, Elaine Leiterman, J2@n Carson, Margaret Hooker, Sidney Helâ€" perin, Doug. Baker, Frank Gillrie, Andy Brennan, Moe Shragge, Gordon Eyre and Jack Burwell, enjoyed a gay evenâ€" ing of dancing and singing, the party being "topped" off with some of the host‘s delicious sandwiches and beverâ€" The wedding took place on Saturdgy morning, at 11.30 a.m. of Nora Carrick, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. N. Carrick, of Timmins, and Arthur Baker, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Baker, Toronto . . , The wedding took the traditional form, the bride wearing ivory satin, very ages . . . and at an appropriate hour, couples were seen leaving the house for home, happy and contented, after such an enjoyable evening. Martied on Tuesday, Marth 9th, in the Notre Dame de Lourdes Chiurch, Wwere Alyina Potvin, daughâ€" ter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Potvin, of Timmins, and Luger Samure, son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Samure, Timâ€" mins. . The marriage took plaze at 8 a.m., with Father Deschene officâ€" lating, the wedding being a very quiet one. Weéaring a lovely diamond on that aliâ€" important finger is Miss Margaret FPeéetâ€" terly, Cochrane, Ont., a school «teacher, and Frederick "Doc" Rogers, of the U. §6. Army, once station*d at Cochrane, and now attending Officer‘s Candidate School, in the United States. . . .Best wishes are in order for the two, with the hope of all the happiness in the world . - W°ddlng be'lls rang out on Thm's h us 9@ 5 C va *h W 2 _ friends present. . The next few woeks will see a local lady in the person of Mrs. A. J. Shragge, leave Timmins to take up residence in Ban Franciemo, California, US.A., with her daughter, Miss Monhica. . Prior to their leaving, they are beh'.g wellâ€"enâ€" tertained, Mrs. Shragge being guest 6t honour at a lovely tea held at the home of Mrs. Karl Eyre, 7 First avenue, on Saturday afternoon, with a few intimats Mra Eyre presented Mrs. Shragge with a beautiful handâ€" made luncheon cloth, as a parting gift .A dainty lunch completed the afâ€" ternoon, the hous> being tastefully decâ€" rated with lovely spring: flowers. . . . Mrs. Shragge and â€"dauglhiter Monica who leave in a few weeks, will be joining Mr. Shragge, who is at present employed in hat city, and they take with them the best wishes of all their frisnds for a safe journey, and a «jeedy return to this community in the near future. Ptee briet minutes more are spernt Third Ave. at Cedar Street TIMMINS â€" Timmins Dairy x Telephone 035 The Women‘s Institute bingo held on Saturday evening in the Hollinger Hall, was exceptionally successful, both financially and socially, the hall being filled to ‘its utmost . . . Many beautiful prizes were given during the evening, and throughout the evening, the memâ€" bers of the Women‘s Institute sold light refreshments to the crowsd in attendance. Weddaing bells rang out on Thursâ€" day for two bridal couples, Mr. and Mrs. David Boyd, and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Chevrier. . .At 6 p.m., Thursâ€" day, at the First United Church, wedding vows wore taken by Miss Ethel Prest, o‘ Schumacher, and Ivan Chevrier of South Porcupine, Rev. W. M. Mustard officiating. . . And at 7 p.m. that sams avening, Mrs. Evelyn Boyd, of Timmins, «and Mr. David Boyd, became man and wife, at the Church manse . Congratulationrs to bosth couples. When you serve TIMMINS DAIRY milk to your family, you know that you are giving them someâ€" thing that every one of them will énijoy. Order it delivered to your Door every day. _ Drink Timmins : Dairy Milk ivered to your loor every AfiK i TIMMINS DAIRY PRODUCTS Mrs..Alvin Leach, Jr., was hostess to the Arbutus Chapter knitting group on Monday evening, at her home at 17 Windsor avenue. ; . . After a pleasant evening of knitting, Mrs. Leach, assist. ed by Mrs. Leach, Sr, gnid Mrs Vi Morâ€" row, served a dainty lunch to her guests ‘The next mesgting will be held on Monday, March 280th, at the home of Mrs. A. Borland, Jr., 76 Balsam south. Mrs. Herb Miller, Third Ave. Schuâ€" macher, was hostess to the Percy Red Cross knitting group, on Monday evenâ€" ing, in honour of Miss Muriel Harris, who left last evening (Wednesday), to reéport for duty with the Women‘s Diâ€" vision of the R. C. A. F. at Rockcliffe, Ont. .. Muriel was presented with a silver identification bracelet from her fellow of the club, and many lovely personal gifts. . She carried with her, the best wishes of her many friends im her new duty. fashiotnied . . . The coupls are now resmiding in Toronto, the groom‘s home . , . Mrs. Baker was formerly ethâ€" ployed in Torbhto, at the John Inglis plant befote feturning hotre for het marriage . . . Best withes are in order for the youtry counle. It will be of interest to the many residents of Schumacher and disâ€" trict, to note where the name of the "Percy" Red Cross Knitting Club was deriveéd. . .The members of the club are all ‘teenâ€"age girls, and all are â€"graduates of the Schumacher public school, ssme now attending High School, and others working. . . .Principal of Schumacher Public School and also president Oof the Schumacher branch of the Red Cross, is Mr. P. A. Boyce, his firsit name being Percy. . . Thus the use of the name "Perey", for the knitâ€" ting club. . . .The girls have sort of adopted:Mr. P. A. Boyee as patron of their club, as they are knitting for the Réd Cross. . Keep up the good work, girls. ‘A salute to the Irish. , .And what could be a better way to celebrate this noteworthy day, thanâ€" the way A welcome is extended to Miss Arlie Wright, of Ottawa, who is reâ€" placing Mrs. W. S. Jamieson, as a V. O. N. . . Miss Wright is the new addition of the staff, but it appears that she will only be among us unâ€" til July or later. . She was presont, alons with Mrs. Jutras, Miss Alice McGze, and Jamigson, all V. O. N.‘s at the meeting of the V. O. N., on Tuesday evening, where reâ€" ports o‘ various committses were given and the new executive for 1943 was presented. . .Congratulaâ€" tiOons tovMr. George Gedge, presiâ€" dent, who was reâ€"elected for the year 1943, his second term in office, and we hope that the Order will have as successiul a year as they have been noted for. in the past. The Nursing Auxiliary Service of the Civilian Defence Committee are holding a meeting on ThursAay and Friday evenings of this week, comâ€" mencing at 8 p.m., in the basement of the Post Office. . These meetâ€" ings, which were scheduled for last Thursday and Friday evenings have been changed to this week, and all membets are to take note and atâ€" The "Aid to China" bingo was a big success and a very nice cheque will be handed over to the local committee for this worthy cause. A short discussion of Lion topics followed and the meéting adjourred till next meeting. At the regular weekly luncheon meet f the Schumacher Lions Club, the members heard a very stirring address on Red Cross work by the president of the Schumacher Red Cross branch, Mr. P. A. Boyce. There was a good attenâ€" dance of members present and Lion C. McDonald, presiaent of the club conâ€" ducted the business. Previous to the address by Mr. Boyce the Schumacher Lions gave a contribution to the preâ€" sent drive of $50.00. Mr. Boyce gave a most interesting talk wittily saying that usually after he speaks for the Red Cross the donations reduce in size. He was glad that the Lions had seen to this and given the money first. Mr. ‘Boyce lauded in strong terms the work of Mrs. Gilbert and Mrs. Robson for the Red Cross and seorned those who have time on their hands and are not helpâ€" ing in any manner this great work. He passed around some letters for the members to read. These all showed gratitude for the Red Cross parcels sent to each Schumacher man overseas at Christmas. All those read also showed that the lads want to finish the job before they return to their homes. One soldier gave the United Nat.ons navy great boost. On the back of the enveâ€" iope he wrote these words: "This enveâ€" lope has crossed the Atlantic back and forth twice, thanks to the United Naâ€" tions Navy." Mr. Boyce read extracts of the vast amount of supplies sent to Russia and to the other parts of Euâ€" Try The Advance Want Advertisements rope. His talk was listened to very attentively and a vote of thanks was terdered him at the close. Teronto Telszram:â€" Everything fits into its place. For instance, as coal comes from the bin, that leaves more room to store the homebrew. Regular Meeting of Home League on Wednesday Afâ€" ternoon. Schumacher Lions Applaud Work of the Red Cross Quilt Completed at Weekly Meet of Home League A brayer and a hymn opened the meeting of the Home League at the Salvation Army hall on Wednesday afâ€" terncon, with a small attendance présâ€" ent. Cheque for $50 Given to Preâ€" "sent Drive by Club. The quilt for the Bomb Victim‘s fund was completed during the afternoon. Mrs. T. Glaister presented the thought for the day with the reading of a little poem, entitled "Why". _ The Bible lesson was presented by Mrs. J. McChesney, and Mrs. W. Stevâ€" sns gave an interesting talk on Firgt Aid in Wartime. A hymn brcught the afternoon to an end, the next meeting to be held on Wednesday atferncocn. The next mesting of the club will be held at the home of Mrs. Myles Walâ€" lingford, 133 Main avenue. At the close of the aiternoon, Mrs. T. Glaister, assisted by Mrs. A. Whlte and Mrs. E. Gill, served a dainty lunch. Meeting at Home of Mrs. D. Ellis, in Honour of Mrs. G. Allison. C The weekly meeting of the Mattagâ€" ami Ladies‘ Club was held on Monday evening at the home of Mrs. D. Ellis, 118 Balsim north and took the form of a handkerchief shower in honour of Mrs. G. Allison, who leaves on Sunday for Christie Street hospital, in Toronto. A very pleasant evening was sipent, the ladies enjoved a session of games. Ths winner of the secrambled word conâ€" tes,t was Mrs. R. MacLaren, the clothesâ€" pin contest, Mrs. Myles Wallingford, and the whist, A4st, Mrs. P. Trevenna, and 2nd, Mrs. M. Cameron. Poxes o‘ beautifully embroidered, and cclourful handkerchiefs wers presented to ths honour by Mrs. P. Trevenng, from the guests present. . Lunsh brsugnt the delightful evening to a close, the hostess being as;sisted by Mrs. Treverna, and Mrs. MacL@aren. Mattagami Ladies‘ Mcetmg Takes the Form of a Shower The Schubert‘s Choral Society will again meet on Monday evening, 8 p.m. at the Radio Station, to hold their reg.â€" ular rehearsal. . rehearsals are in preparation of a concert to be he‘d in the near future, and a full attendâ€" ance is asked for. the pleasant evening to a close. . . This is only one of the many celâ€" ebrations in honour of St. Patrick‘s day. . Many clubs who met yesterâ€" day held St. Patrick programmes, and th>oir halls were tastefully decâ€" orated with shamrocks. | â€"â€" WEEELLY RoUTINE ofDERS | fssued by AC. Plight Lieutenant P. T. Moisliey, C.O. No. 10, Timmins Boys Blairmore Enterprise:â€" . A cowardly egg is one that hits you and then runs. ‘The driving intsructor was) teaching the awkward pupil how to start a car. "Put your right hand out to signal you‘re about to move off; put the car imto gear with the left hand; then grip the handbrake. ERase up the cluteh with the left foot and gently accelérate with the right while releasing the handâ€" brake," he expained. There was a long pause while the pu. pil appeared to think. 1.â€"Thursday, 1930 hrs., K Club Hall Section Bâ€" 1.â€"Friday, 1930 hrs., K Club Hall Administration, P. T. and Drill "Part 1Iâ€"Personncli A.â€"AIR CADET OFFICERSâ€"â€"Nil B.â€"AIR CADETSâ€"Nil 1.â€"Strength Increéease enrollmentâ€" 140, AC2 Perreault, Ernest, enrolled No. 10 AC.C. effective 10â€"3â€"43. FERSONNEL OTHER THAN AIFR CADETSâ€"NIL Signed by F. A. Woodbury, adjt. Acting F.O. for O.C One of the smaller trucks will do the work even better, in case of a chimney fire, and at considerably less cost, not to mention the use of gasoline and rubâ€" ber. In addition there is always the danger of another fire of serious propâ€" ortions occuring when the big truck is out on a chimney firs call. Accordingâ€" ly the Fire Chief emphasizes the idea that in case of chimney fires the phone be used, and not the alarm box plan. "Well, what are you waiting for?" asked the instructor. "There‘s nothing urful I could do with my nose is there?" asked the nuvil. â€" Glicbe and Mail. The late Mr. Henderson has been a resident of the North camp for about 30 years, and was liked and respected by all who knew him. He spent a great number of his earlier years in the camp prospecting, and for some years, acted in the capacity of shift boss at one of the minges. The last few years, he prosâ€" pested, more as a hobby, than anything else. He was born in Country Harbour Nova Scotia, and for some number of years, was a miner there. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, residing at 104 Second avenue, and one daughter Elsie, Mrs. Jack Dalton, Jr., of Timmins. [He has one brother, Phil, living at Country Harbour, Nova Scotia, and one sister residing at the same place. Fire Chief Borland asks the coâ€"operâ€" ation of the public in regard to chimâ€" ney fires. There are a large number of these at the present time, and naturalâ€" ly theâ€"fire department is anxious; to handle them in the best way with the least danger to the town. For this reaâ€" son, Chief Borland asks the public not to pull alarm boxes) for chimney fires. The best way is to phone in the alarm from the nearest phone, explaining that it is a chimney fire. Under the plan, response is made by one of the simaAller fire trucks. In case of a box alarm the hig fire truck automatically is used. Wellâ€"Known Resident of the District for Thirty Years. The death of Mr. George Henderson of Schumacher, OGnt., was a great shock to all in this district, when news was réceived of his death, yesterday, (Wedâ€" nesday) morning in the London, Ontâ€" ario, sanitarium. He was 56 years of age. Funeral arrangements are at present indeofinite. Phone in Alarms for Chimney Fires Don‘t Pull Boxes 1â€"Monday, 1930 hrs., K. Club Hall 1" hum-ammu Recognition 2030 hnoursâ€"Armament 2 â€"Thursday, 1000 hrs. K. Club Hall Transportation to MtiIntyre for Squadron Drill. Plight 2: 1.â€"Tuesday, 1930 hrs. K Club Hall 1930 hoursâ€"Antiâ€"Gas 2000 hoursâ€"Hygiene Sanitation 2630 hoursâ€"Meteorology 2.â€"Thursday, 1900 hrs. K. Club Hall Transportation to McIntyre for Squadron Drill. Plight 3: 1.â€"Wednesday, 1930 hrs., K Club Hall 1930 hoursâ€"Knots and Splices 2015 hoursâ€"First Aid 2. Thursday, 1900 hrs.. K Club Hall Transportation to McIntyre for Squadron Drill. Fright 4â€"Section A. George Henderson Pioneer Resident Passes at London â€"~For the past two years, the deceased had been ill, and for most of that time, was in the London sanitarium. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Dalton, Jr., are at present at London, Ont., with the body. Fire Chief Asks Coâ€"operaâ€" tion of Public in This Imâ€" portant Matter. EVERYTHING AT WORK Bury Kapuskasing Satier Near Trafalgar Heroes Minister: Rev. Lors W. Carlison, B.A. Morning Worshipâ€"Schumacher 11 a.m. Afternoon Serviceâ€"Delnite 2.30 p.m. Evening Serviceâ€"Golden Cityâ€"7.00 p.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL Golden Cityâ€"â€"11 a.m. Delniteâ€"1.30 p.m. Schumacherâ€"2.00 p.m. Come to our friendly, inspirational Services , See that your children are at Sunday School Maurice Savoie, RCN.VR., of Kapâ€" uskasing a victim of the disaster to the Canadian corvette, Weyburn, was given sea honours in burial off Rurope Foint, where many of Nelson‘s men killed in the battle of Trafalgar were buried over a hundred years ago. Stokâ€" er Sydn>y Day, a Royal Navy rating, who gave his life in a vain effort to save the captain of the Weyburn, when the corvette was sent down by the énâ€" emy, was buried with the hero from Kapuskasing. A Royal Marine bugler sounded the Last Post, The Salvation Army CAPT. and MRS. DOUGLAS CHURCH Services Sundayâ€"11 a.m. and 7.00 p.m.: Wed. 2.30â€"Home League Thurs. 8.00 p.m.â€"Public Meeting Your are invited to attend these Gospel Services. . 10.00 a.m.â€"Sunday School 10.15 a.m.â€"Junior Bible Clase 11.00 a.m.â€"Morning Prayer 7 p.m.â€"Evening Prayer Holy Communion on 1st Sunday at 11 Christian Science Readlnc Room, Mc QGinnis Block, 18 Pine St. o‘:’ every weekday, 12 noon to 5 p.m. day evening 7.30 to 9.30 p.m. St. Luke‘s Evangelical Lutheran Church South Porcupine, Ont, (Missouri Synod) levy. E. Roth®, Pastor Divine Service at 8:30 pm. in the Anglican Church South Porcupine. All are welcome. â€" Ind and 4th Sunday at 8 s.mh. 3rd and 5th Sunday at 7 p.m. Baptisms and Marriages by @#rtrangeâ€" ment, 113 ELMâ€"STREET SOUTH VMinister: Rev. Dr. Geo., Aitken, Th.D. 11.00 a.m.â€"Morning: Worship 7.00 p.m.â€"Evening Worship. SsUNDAY SCHOOLâ€"10.00 a.m. You Are Welcome United Chureh South Porcupinie, Ofit. BLOOR AVEN REV. J. C. THOMPSGN 11.00 a.m.â€"Morning Service Evening Serviceâ€" 7.00 p.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL 10.00 am.â€"For all 12 years and over. 11.00 a.m.â€"Dome Sunday School 2.00 p.m.â€"For all below 12 years: REV. W. M. MUSTARD, M.A., 8.9. ;o.u a.m.â€"Morning Worship .00 .â€"Evening Worship J #unday Acheot 12.15 p.m.â€"for all 12 and over 2.30 pm.â€"â€"for alil undet 12 Mountioy United Church 100 Mountjoy Street S. Minister REV. E. GILMOURâ€"SMITH, B.A. 11.00 a.m.â€"Morning Worship. 7.00 p.m.â€"Evening Worship Mr. Smith will preach. School: 9.45 a.m. for 9â€"11 yeéars 12.15â€"for 12 years and over, _ 2.00â€"for 8 years andâ€"under,; St. Matthew‘s Chureh tector: Rev. Canon Cusning, B.A., L.TR 11.00 a.m.â€"Morning Prayer 3.00 pm.â€"Sunday School 4.15 p.m.â€"Baptisms 7.00 pm.â€"Evening Prayer Holy Communion on 1st Sunday of month, at 11 a.m., on 3rd Sunday, at i pm.; and on the 5th Sunday and Pestivals at 8.30 a.m. The Presbyterian Church in Canada y MACKAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SUNDAY, MARCH #14at, 193 "MATTER®" 945 a.m.â€"Sunday School 11.00 a m â€"Sunday Service Golden Text: "It is the spirit that quickeneth: the fiesh profiteth nothâ€" g." (John 6:63) Church McINTYRE AUDEFFTORIUM Captain Mitchell, C,.A. Assistant Minister St Matthew‘s Timmins. t0.00 a.m.â€"Sunday School t1.00 a.m.â€"Morning Prayer Christhn Science Society Spruce Street Norl® Trlmty United Lhm'dl Schumacher AND Porcupine United: Chureh B‘nait Israel Symigiog‘u‘e Cedar Street Nort Schumacher Anglican _â€"_â€" Cedar Street North _ _ ISRAEL I. HALPERN, Rabbi W. LINDER, Canitor St. Paul‘s Church South Porcupine, Ont. Services During the latter part of the evening, members and guests heartily enjoyed a number of contests and gatmes under the ditestion of Mrs. W. Brewer. yc Theé fiekt meetihg wil} be hnéld. on Monday, April 5th, 1948, . * If James Morrison, who 22 years ago ibausety deserted. his helpless : pennilesd wiHe and infant son, will reâ€" turn home, Mike wil} take pleasure in Enotking the hell out ofhim. â€"Reader‘s Pot Luck Supper Held by Fireside Club on Monday About 50 members and friends were present when the Fireside Club held a pot luck supper in the basement of the First United Church, on Monday even. ing. ‘The tables were gaily decorited with St. Patrick‘s colours, and centred with bowls of tulips and daffodiis which were grown by one of the members, Mrs, Poel ‘The committee in charge of the su per was Mris. V. Woods, Mrs. J. Craig, Mrs. Harper. Mtf. Burnes reminded membeérs to have ready for the next mésting a tip on the conservation of food, clothing, and nousehold equipment. After supper and a singâ€"song, a short business period was held. Méetin d in Church. of : Club asement of How., he‘s well again and doing a war job. Other Amounts at Pregortienately low km YOUR ESTATE is PROTECTEO 8f _ LIFE INSURANCE, WNHICH THE SANK ARRANGES oNne YEAR 10 REPAY Apptly :o the negerest branch of By banking during morning hours y6u can help the war effort, facilitafte your own business, and lighten the wartime burden on the men and women in your branch bank. More than oneâ€" third of our experienced men have gone to war, “MY HUSBAND‘S had: ! ‘a nervous~breakdown â€" 1u3t worry. He léft his )ob in the shipyard to go into logging. But‘his health suffered and the doctor says he‘s got to take a compléte rest. But awve, haven‘t any ready money How canâ€" he rest?" The bank managet listened to her troubles sympathetically. He knew the husband, knew the wifeâ€"both sound citizens. The bank advanced the money on personal security . . ; on the good. charâ€" acter of two honest, hardâ€"working people. In a few weeks, Fred was well again and workâ€" ing in the shipyard. The loan was paid back in full. Because of bank accommodation he fs now getting financially on his feet againâ€"and aiding Canada‘s war effort. This true storyâ€"only the name is changedâ€" illustrates how Canada‘s Chartered Banks, day in and day out, sérve the human as well as the finanâ€" cial needs of Canadians: A WBE CHILD You Make 12 Menth!y 1 |..| l WANTED, by the Childtens Aid Boâ€" clety, families willing to give homes on a boarding basis to Protestant thildren 10 to 14 years of age. If phone 855, or call at Room 4, Municipal Bullding, Timmins. FOR RENT â€" 2â€"roomed apartment. Apply at 99 Third Avenue. PAUL â€" In loving memory of our husâ€" band and father, James Paul, who pasâ€" sed away March 1$5, 1937. One beautiful eve at the close of day, A Voice was calling that seemed to say, "¥« that awe weary, come and reéest, Lay down your heads My breast. Come, follow Me and I Will guide Thy footsteps on the Jordon‘s side." hir father heard the sweet command And gently tobk the Saviour‘s hand. Lovihgly remembered by his . North Bay Nugget:â€"The Old Bound.. er is worried about the return of proâ€" hibition days. "If the bootlegger is to come ‘back," he said this morning. "I‘ll have to get my liver retreaded!" § cash rate, The Advance will not be responâ€" for errors occurring in teleâ€" phoned advertisements, or as reâ€" sult of copy not carefully, legibly written. Mistakes occurring from these sources are wholly at adverâ€" tliser‘s risk. _IF ChHARGED (Minimum 35¢) AN Classified Advertising ie A WORD PER TNSERTION (minimum 25¢) MISCELLANEOUS IN MEMORIAM wife and family. â€" 10 â€" 11 â€" 12 . 13P

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