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Stepping into spring Shirley Quigley of Edward's in Midland models a tabard, one of many "in'"' things on the fashion scene in Midland this spring. Also making a comeback in the move to more feminine fashions are dresses and hats. Cubs and Scouts plat card party in April The past month or so has been a busy one for the Ban Siett Penetanguishene Cubs and Scouts along with the Mothers' Auxiliary. The Scouts held a bottle drive in January and a chocolate bar drive in February to raise funds to aid in the'expenses which will occur when they go to the Canadian Jamboree '77in July. This jamboree will be held in Prince Edward Island. The boys and their leaders wish to thank all those who gave to this worthwhile cause. The Mothers' Auxiliary held a Pot Luck Supper at the Legion in Penetanguishene on February 13th with ap- proximately 150 people attending. This was a get together for the Cubs, Scouts and their families. The Cubs held a hay ride at North West Basin on Sunday March 6th with 28 boys in attendance, after which followed hot dogs and hot chocolate which was served at the home of one of the Cub leaders Richard Quesnelle.. The draw for the $50.00 Food Voucher, sponsored by the First Penetanguishene Cub and Scouts Mother's Auxiliary took place at March 7th meeting which was held at the Penetang Secondary School. The winner was Miss Katie Gendron, 116 Fourth Street, Midland, Ontario holding ticket No. 2315. The Mothers Auxiliary of the First Penetanguishene Cubs and Scouts will be holding a card party on April.28th at the Legion Hall in Penetanguishene. Admission will be $1.75 and tickets may either be purchased from one of the members or at the door. There will be prizes, followed by a lunch. >. Ss ) et = SINGLE VISION $31.00 saving prices too. green lenses. * breakage. lénses. WORTH LOOKING INTO MM! 7 NZ ee Have we got a selection of smart prescription eyeglasses for you! 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A recent Toronto showing of originals from Saint Laurent, Valentino, Dior, Andre Laug and Karl Laugerfeld con- centrated on clingy chiffons, that. the com- mentator called "flirting dresses." Yards of chiffon billowed in sleeves, scarfs, stoles and longish cutaway jackets slung over matching afternoon dresses. (A tablemate observed that these beruffled affairs, with their under the chin bows reminded her of bed-jackets. ) Yves Saint Laurent showed only two pants suits in the show, and they were light years away from the trim hard-edged tailoring that had us all looking like 'elevator operators. The pants were pleated at the waist, cuffed and relatively narrow. at. bottom, Jackets were boxy, and the blouses underneath were ruffled at waist and throat. Chiffon evening gowns clung to the body, with shawls and _ panels floating in the wearer's waker. One designer used a lacyhandkerchief as his signature - a nice bit of whimsy, but demanding since there was no place on the gown to tuck it if both hands were engaged. There was no room in any of these gowns for anything but the shadlow- thin models. Designers call this kind of dressing "body icing' and there just isn't any way you could slide an eighteen hour girdle under one of these diaphonous affairs. You'd also have to leave your living bra at home. One bodice was slit from nape to waist in the back. Some sheer skirted numbers were worn without a slip, and even more leg was exposed through high centre or side slits. r With these gossamer night dresses (not nighties - they just looked like nighties) models wore clusters of flowers in the hair, or on the wrist. Beige in all its creamy tones seemed a favourite colour for street wear, and black (chiffon again) for evening, relieved with lace inserts, fancy stit- ching and patches of the models' pelts. The only designer who dressed his models as if they were going to a costume ball was Saint CW. Som Charles William Somers (Saumiers) of 644 Bay St., Midland, passed "away on Saturday, March 5, 1977 after a_ short illness. Mr. Somers was in his 77th year. Mr. Somers, husband of the late Laura Maheu was born, in Midland June 8, 1922 and except for a brief stay.in Toronto resided in Midland for all of his life. He is survived by daughter Margaret (Mrs. Clarence Robitaille) of Midland, and son Bernard Laurent who originated the peasant look some years ago, and is still in love with it. Ruffles ap- peared on the hems of the voluminous skirts, at wrists (sometimes tied with long laces) and at necklines. Waistlines were deliniated by rib- bons, tied in big bows front and centre, with a cameo brooch centred on the knot. Saint Laurent showed an affection for mixing prints - coordinated in colour, but not in pattern. lengths Skirts were ers dies Somers of Baie Comeau, Quebec, by brother Peter Somers of Midland, and by five grandchildren. Mr. Somers' was predeceased by brothers Alex, Edward, Henry, sisters Rosie, Lena and Vena. Funeral services were held March 8, 1977 at St. Margaret's Church, Midland, the Reverend T. Van Der Vechte of- ficiating. Spring in- terment at St. Margaret's Cemetery. 2,500 to HOW MUCH MONEY DO YOU NEED ? Pay off all your debts in one clean sweep and have only one small monthly payment. LL LEND YOU MONEY 10 .... @ Pay off a mortgage @ Combine 2 or more mortgages into 1 @ Pay taxes and insurance @ Consolidate overdue bills e@ Improve property @ Pay off a loan company or bank @ Purchase car, boat or cottage ® Or for any worthwile purpose CALL ME PERSONALLY DUANE PATFIELD 429-3615 GREAT NORTHERN CREDIT CORP. Box 143, Collingwood, Ontario. 100,000 brand name Sizes on all new spring fashions Coats, pantcoats, dresses, long gowns for all occasions, pantsuits, mix & match sets, blouses, shirts, pant tops, slacks, fashion sweaters, wrap cardigans, sleeveless shells, Ashorts, knitted tops, t-shirts, cullottes, gauchoes, golf skirts, tennis dresses, bathing suits & cover-ups. eREE one pair of Ist quality PANTYHOSE with the purchase of any coat or dress. 9-15 Jr. Petite _ 10-20 Missy 16142-24144, 38 - 44, and larger. Shop the stores with the stock where the quality ; is higher than the prices. \/ G&M Shoppe Watson's LADIES 305 King St.. Midland 526-5761 Queen St., WKAR Elmvale 322-2151 day wear. "The above- the-knee look belongs in the junior department," sniffed the commentator. These were the biggies in the international fashion world, and the price tags matched - sometimes running into thousands. These fashions aren't for everyone, but their in- fluence is felt in ladies' wear shops across the country. . In Midland, shop owners' report that women are _. buying dresses with more en- thusiasm than ever before. Margaret Trudeau's well-publicized hemline breakthrough in Washington. has made a slight impression locally. Says Leah Bertrand, "The fad for long dresses in the afternoon - say ata pool party - is wearing out. I usually recommand shorter length for before five o'clock. Our new fabrics are lovely - lots of chiffon and jerseys." Leah still sells a lot of floor length gowns for This SPECIAL DISCOUNT is offered to all of our -Edwards charge account customers If you don't already have a charge account with us, we invite you to open one today and take advantage of the storewide : SAVINGS offered this week. SALE ENDS MARCH 26 DEPARTMENTS © Bags, purses, umbrellas, neckwear, berets, hankies e Luggage © Cosmetics © Jewellery © Lingerie, housecoats, bedjackets © Hosiery, slippers, moccasins © Gloves © Wallpaper, border, paste © Paint, brushes © Ladies coats, suits © Ladies dresses, uniforms © Infants and children's clothing © Sportswear, skirts, blouses © Millinery, trimmings e Draperies, cutains, upholstery cloth © Stationery, greeting cards, seals, smallwares, notions, wool, ribbon, needlepoint, candy © Glass, chinaware, novelties, lamps, silverware, small appliances © Floorcoverings, blinds, rods, wax evening but Gladys Bath at G and M reports that she's selling fewer long gowns. "But,'"' adds Gladys, "women are wearing more dresses than ever before. The bra- sundress will be a big item this summer." The fashion bomb of the year has been the harem look in-pants - the ones that tie at the ankle. Nora Schissler of Edwards' says '"'We had them but we cut the ties off them. People just wouldn't accept them. What's Staples, prints, sheeting, towels,. lace- Cloths, linens, blankets, spreads, kapok, cushions, covers, motor rugs Corsets, brassieres, Surgical garments Clothing alterations Drapery making ® Upholstery © Furs Plenty of parking at the rear of the store much bigger this year is the jump suit, and not just for juniors. We have them for more mature figures and they are edging into the popularity of the 'pant suit."' : Gaucho pants are the biggest new item in sportswear - a _ perfect compromise for _ the woman who's torn bet- ween pants and a skirt. That most feminine of accessory, the pretty hat, is enjoying a renaissance. "We always sell a lot of hats in the winter,' says Noreen Schissler, "but now we are selling them for summer and spring. Women are wearing them not to keep warm, but to - look prettier." So - if you're fashion conscious, grab your hat, but forget your coat. You'll be more in style if you swathe yourself in yards of chiffon or slip a lightly sleeved jacket over your afternoon dress. And be sure to let a lacy hanky dangle from your wrist, but don't drop it. ARD of Midland 225 KING STREET MIDLAND 526-2271 Store Hours Open Tues. to Sat. 9:30a.m.to 5:30p.m. Fri.to 9:00 p.m. Closed Monday Wednesday, March 16, 1977, Page 7 : fo