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followead by rt pri: Major would not be Christmas without their + Majury. The banpmy ‘appeared gifts, of fruits, spices and playthings. i*w'.;;‘,..mphflomu the curtains were â€" The ‘spirit â€"of â€" Christmas, > (Joan drawn back, and hearty singing ‘of Hocking), entering at th‘s time, wakens _fibe Christma@s Bells are Ringing them all, and each feel that they # a pleasant op’nlng en ty have a monopoly upon Christmas, until 6« The international feeling of goodwill was well represented in the dialogue "Christmas in Everyland" when the platform was arranged in the scene of a living room with open fire place, to which ‘a Dutch boy and girl brought their shoes to place on the hpearth. The Engllsh boy placed his Yule log on the fire ready for Christmas. while his compankm busied himself. decorating with evergreens:; then together they _ Reciting "The Grumpy Man and the Christmas Glow," Darrel Price deâ€" momtrated what the true meaning. of chrmmas 38. A cornet. solo "Oh, Little Town ‘of Bethlenem” by Mrs. Pearl Peters, brought melody and sSweetness into the gathering, Junior Elsie Moore, suggested by her recitation "If! Santa Came in Bummer Time" it would preâ€" sent difficulties because of the lack of stockings.. the Scripture, "The Christmas My’ from St. Luke‘s °1. As the rest of the Company took their places, twelve girls, attired in white dresses, with red belts, and hair ribbons fo and carrying pointseltas, gave cmourful dril under the varyingz hun of spotlights ably: managed ‘by % PRICE children gave a neat little Reg. $2.95, now _ $2.29 . Reg. $1.95 now _ $149â€" this was followed by a recitation the "Best Gift‘‘ by Inkes Tanburg. Laughâ€" ter reigned while Miss Joan Hocking, and her maid (Joy Majury)) conspire to fool the "Book Agent‘"‘ (Miss A. Smith.) Frankie Mahaffey announced his pniece that he was "Just a Little Man‘‘. Instruments were brought to ‘the front as Mrs. Pearl Peters and Joy Majury played a: cornet duet. A newly formed groun was then inâ€" troduced to the audience, comprising of a numbm' of ~enterprising â€" young lads who made up "The Household‘ Trcops Band," who with the ‘saucepan lids for cymbals, a pan beaten with a spatula, and others playing the melody with combs. This brought an interestâ€" ing touch to theâ€" features or the _ â€"â€"â€"â€"« evening. s 6 Hocking), entering at th‘s time, wakens them â€" all, and each feel that they have a monopoly upon Christmas, until the Spirit bf Christmas declares that Christ came for the whole world, not for any particular race or colour. They all join together in singing â€""Joy to the ~World" â€" accompanied by â€" Garry Kelly on a flute. > Another song by the while assembly "The Christmas Bells" rang: out and While Carol Price recited: â€" "Bless my heart, it‘s Christmas," another recitation â€""The Inkeepers Excuses" made a fitting introducting to the final Christmas â€" Pageant â€"â€" "Silent Night," where Mary and Joesph, surâ€" rounded by engels, shepherds and wise men formed a beautiful tableaux. Santa then made one of his early appearances and distributed bags of fruit, nuts and candy to all children present. Great credit is due to Y.P.S.M. Smith and her helpers for hard work put in â€"during the past weeks. The audience jJoined in the singing of the Doxology, and the Benediction was pronounced by Major H. Majury. In the absence of Rev. Mustard, Sarah Getty conveyed to the members their appreciation and thanks for the coâ€"operation received during this term, expressing the desire to continue this ! fellowship with the new year. The worship service was held by candlelight under the direction of Genneth Miller. The story of the origin of the world famous carol "Silent Night" was read by Laura Young. Reâ€" cords of jJovely carols and hymns were played including ‘Silent Night" "Star of the East" and "O Holy Night."‘. A period of recreation followed,. led by Bernice Langman. After whichâ€"a light lunch was served and the meetâ€" ing closed with the Benediction. ‘Those taking part were Betty Macâ€" Donald, June Parker, Alice Sheridan, Betty Webber, Peggy MacLeod, Reita Major, Sarah Getty, Betty Olmstead, Gwen Dolan, Percy Eade, Ken Stepâ€" hens,.Vernon ‘Smith, Gladys Irwing, Mary Wilson, Bernjce Langman,â€"Latura Young, Dorothy Easterbrook, Gevneth Miller, Bob Graham, Don Harnden, Lola Phillips, Vivian Jordison, Viola Harnden, Margery Gibson, . Mr.© H. Treneer, Allen McInnis, Art Harnden Y.P.U. First United Hold "Christmas Night" The reading of the, minutes of the previous meeting opened the> business portion. It was announced that the Young People‘s Union would be in charge of the Friendship hour after church, December 28. A newcomer, June Parker was welcomed. District Engme’ers Hold Informal Social Evenmg A «delightfully informalâ€" pa.rty was held in the Armoriées during the weekâ€" end when some of the ‘district enâ€" gineers got together. * Cuests spent a most pleasant evenâ€" ing socially and in dancing. The regular weekly meeting of the First. United Church Young People‘s Unian was held Wednesday, December 17, taking the form of a Christmas night. The evening began with a sing song of favourite Christmas carols, led by president Getty . with Mr. Trenger at the piano. 13 and Helen Rogers. Ron Jones well known tenor delighted the gathering with several plano selections and vocal renditions. was served. . Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Archie Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Stock, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Watson, Mr. and Mrs. Les Redrorq Mr. and Mrs. Mac Glendenning, Mr.: and Mrs. Carter, Miss Norma Routcliffe, York neu, Mr. and Mrs. R. Holimes, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Morton, Miss Gerry Turcotte, Bill Dempster, Mr. and Mrs. W. Burâ€" gess, Mr. and Mrs. D. Howard, Mr. and _/ Smiling gally for the Advance cameraman are these ‘fbenâ€"agers : 351;0 were among the many attending the merry Christmas party 3 nsored by the:local chapter of The Loval Order of the‘ Moose. Some of the principals in a gay party held by The Women of the Moose, Chapter 303, on Monday evening are this happy bunch of ‘teen agers who are the sons and daughters of members of the local chapter. â€"~ . ~‘ _*~< Advance Photo W . Aauric, <«with ~Mrs. : G Smlth and Mrs, M. MacDonald, qssisting librarian, Mrs. M. Wallingâ€" ford, gift committee ‘Mrs. A. Domenico, Mrs. Lightbody and Mrs. A. Sloman, press reporter, Mrs. F. Burt, chief teaâ€" maker, Mrg. R. McKinnon and pianist, Mrs. E. Warnock. When members the Mothers‘ Club of Mountjoy United®‘ Church held their regular meeting on Monday afternoon in the churcn hall, Mré. H. Wallingford was chosen chairman of the group for the forthcoming iyear. Others elected to office were viceâ€" chairman, Mrs. A. Domenico, program Mrs. H. Wallingford Elected Chairman of Mother‘s Group At:Mountjoy United . Mrs. E. Gilmour Smith led the worâ€" ~GET TO THE POLLS EARLY TOMO BE SURE 'ro ~YOTE ~AND surronr EXPERIENCE MUNICIPAL arranged by ‘the Worthy. Matron, Mrs. Celia Easton and: the entertainment committee consisting of Mrs.â€" Dorothy Rennetts, Miss Joyce Service and m's Margaret ‘\Shields, . ‘In the darkened hall a large circle radiated from the brilllantly lighted. Christma.s treee each member holding an unlighted candle. Mrs. Margaret Shields played soft music as bhe werthy matron, Mts. Celia. Easton quoted, "Jesus said I am the light of the world and he who follows me will not walk in darkness be the ‘"light of Iife" Then lighting the candle on her right she admonished the members to pass the: ‘Ligth of Goodwfll' around the circle. As the last candle was lit, all joined in singing "Silent Night," after which Miss Joyce Service in a graceful and easy manner eloquently related the Chrigtmas tale: of: "Baâ€" Houska‘‘ and with this Yuletide spirit, Christmas carols were joyfully: sung by all. This being followed with Miss Joyce Service reclting, ".*"*Twas the Night Before. Christmas" which reeall ed: many happy memories. ‘Jingle Bells‘ rang forth and Santa Clause then bounced into <the room and with much merriment distributed gifts with a, Christmas box ofâ€" home made candy to each member. At this point Mrs. King had the honor of presenting a farewell â€"gift. to Mr. and ship service, Following~ the sing‘ng of a carol, an interesting a.nd delightful story â€" "Annmiversary" was read. Memâ€" bers sang another carol: and the serâ€" vice closed with prayer. Mrs.. Samuel Green. who are leaving to take up resldence in .Ottawa.. _ A delicious lunch convened by Mrs. Harriet Cousintine and her committee was served. "This being topped off with a piece ofâ€"homemade Christmas cake for each member giving a final festive touch to ‘a very / pleasant evening. Under the : ca.pable dlrection of Mrs. C. Burt and Mrs. J..K. Murphy the childreén presented an" enjoyable pro- gram much to the! ;denght ‘of â€" the mothers. Miss Lolis Burt: gave cha.rm-‘ ing recitfition. f k xi ty ) ‘Those presenrt included Mrs P Alde. Mrs. GHilmour Smith, Mrs: G: Btgrt Mrs J. K. Murphy, mcDona:lgl Mrs. C. V. Price, Mrs.:T. Nye, Mrs. M. Wallingford, Mrs. J. Atkinson, Mrs.. W. Lawrle; Mrs. Ci. Kean, Mrs. R. Mcâ€" Kinnop, Mrs. B. Barnes, Mrs..H. Harâ€" Tis Mrs. C Ross,Mrs C. Smith, ~Mrs. R. McGill, Mrs. D Baker, Mrs... H. Dimmick. Mrs. F. Kleven, Mrs. E. James, Mrs. W. Banks, ~Mrs. A.. Sloman,~Mrs.~T. Harris, Mrs. J. A. Caswell, Mrs W. Stevens, Mrs. A. Domenico, Mrs. H. J. St. Germain, Mrs. E. P. Warnock, Mrs. J. 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