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'wm spend the holidays with his rents in Kingston. | «=Mr, Murray Gibson, ot this ty, spent the week-end in Port . ope with bo parents, | --Mrs, J. H. Plues, Athol street, spending the Christmas vaca- »n with her parents in Orillia, - =--Misses Vera and Grace Mor- 1y, of Belleville, spent the week- 'id with Mr. and Mrs, J. Hinton, this city, . --Miss Dorothy Patten attended ' @ wedding of her cousin, Miss . acllle Walder, which was held in onto on Saturday, | --Mr, George Reynolds, has re- ( rned home after spending the 'eek-end with his parents, Mr, id Mrs, H. Reynolds, at Port ope, - OSPITAL AUXILIARY MEETS : The Oshawa Ladies' Hospital uxiliary held a vely short meet- g yesterday afternoon when they /mpleted the business of the ar and made arrangements for © meeting to be held in January. \ 'RUS ES "5 VR, £5 ADE TO C--O OROER MAKE AND PIT CORR. - AND GUARANTEE TO J "STYLE Oe i | SECURELY, AVRg lel ANF ele) GF IT 35 CHURCH ST. TORONTO Hartman Wardrobe Trunks from $25 to [| 960, Initials (ree, * 8 from $17.00 to a NEW OFFICERS §T.. ANDREW'S LEAGUE young of St. Andrew's Church turned out in num- bers at their regular meeting last ent, Mr, Stephen and con- exercises. Christmas re J illustrated by fine lanter slides were used for the occa- sion, Mr, Howard Saywell rea "The Village Blacksmith" which was also nicely illustrated by lantern slides, A nomination committee was appointed to being in a report re- commending e appointment of officers for 19 is report wa presented and adopted during th recreational period in the A room where dainty refreshments were served by Jim Young's group. The officers were elected as fol- lows: : Honorary president, Rev, F. J. axwell; vice presidents, James Young and Miss Marjorie Shean; secretary, Miss Edith Saywell, cor- responding secretary, Miss Marion Casselman; treasurer, Mr, Charles Yule; pianist, Miss Betty McIntyre; other members of executive: Mr. Stephen Saywell, Mr, William Babe, Miss Gladys McLaughlin, Mr, Will Young, Miss Christie McLennan, Group leaders--Devotional' leader: Mr, Nightingale, Instructional lead- er: Mr, Jas, Young. Recreational leader: Miss Kate Wells. A vote of thanks was proposed by Miss Marjorie Sproule to Mr, Young's group for the abundance of things provided, This was rah, endorsed by all assembled. This society is off to a splendid start for the New Year and the ung people of St, Andrew's are a forward to the enjoyment of a good winter's programme in hteir new quarters -------- "How do you like the drecs that I have bought on the deferred payment system?" "It looks as-if you have only put on the first instalment." d| way by Mr. BE, Crook OF BAPTIST Y. P. U. After churen on on Sunday even- the Young People of the Baptist Church held their regular meet- ing, so that last evening could be devoted wholly to the final re- hearsal of the Christmas enter- tainmeng which is to be presented tonight, The chair was occupied by Mr, T. Hele, the Vice Presi- dent and it was decided that. the league would sing Christmas Car- ols early Christmas morning under the direction of Mrs. J. James. The committee to decorate the church for the services next Sun- day will be under the direction of Mrs. J. Hele, The topic of the even. ing was presented in an interesting "Steward ship." Miss A. Verge favored the gathering with a solo and Miss K. McKay read the scripture lesson. The topic for next week's meeting which will also be held on Sunday evening will be "The Best Gift". The meeting was closed with the singing of "Now the Day is Over" and the repeating of the Mizpah benediction in unison,' SANTA CLAUS AT ST. GEORGE'S HALL Happy Party 0a Occasion of "the Annual Christmas Enterialnment A happy party gathered at StS, George's Hall, Centre street, last ev- ening on the "occasion of the annual Christmas tree and to entertain Santa Claus, After enjoying a hearty supper ov- er 120 children were handed prizes by our old friend Santa Claus, which gave every one present great plea- sure to see the kiddies having a good time, During the evening Canon dePen- cier, on behalf of a few members of the St. George's church, presented to Mr, Fitches, who has been superin- tendant for e'ghteen years, a hand- some floor lamp as a token of their sincere regards for his constant and - o-- Y.ocling as athe Christmas Spirit ordivary purchases of fine leather Jour joys and enhance our rep. tas 1 «es of this store have stopped at ih, the merchandise of the wo:ld to Lk, past successes, we have determin. more brilliant t:an any before, at the variety, the diversity, the » And thron~h it all the Christmas the very alr of the store, headquarters for Chris mss +oods, deal here, Our prices are » superb, our deliveries Lr ma nable, » pomp, Initials will be for che a if abd said hs istetest a for the wel- fare of the boys and girls at St. persed after closing with the Nation- al Anthem. CHRISTMAS NIGHT AT SIMCOE YOUNG singing of Christmas Carols Dougall led in prayer. the Christian Citizenshi dent, thok the chair and the tollow- ir program was presented: by M McConnell, Chamber," solo, "Come lnt> by Mr. Christ Child in a very was closed with 'Glory to God in the Highest" the repeating of the Mizpah Rene Giction, 'ALBERT ST. YOUNG their regulor meeting lasy evening take he play "Aun Susan's Visit' to Cedardale church absence of Mr, Burrus and the fol lowing short program was render Evelyne Tole; Mr, G, Cowdray; Doris Wells, a most interesting talk son, "GOOD CHEER" NIGHT AT A XY. P A, . "Good Cheer' night was served at the A. Y.P.A. last ing, when they held their regular meeting in the parish hall on Centre street, The meeting opened with prayer and a short business period, Then each member brougit forward his gift of clothing, toys, flour, fruit, ete., and such gifts as were suitable for the Ch istmas cheer, The tables were well stock- ed and the cash donations amount- ed to over $30.00, The meeting closed as usual at a little before 10 p.m, DECORATING THE CHRISTMAS CAKES Old-Fashioned Method of Topping With Almond Paste Still Holds Favor NOT DIFFICULT With Patience and a Litile Practice, Housewife May Rival Professional New ideas for frosting the Christ- mas cakes may come and go, but the old-fashioned method of topping the almond paste remains popular, whe- ther the cake is to be "ised all over" or merely decorated with flutings of proiessional touch. prove more pastry tube and bag help one cake, and will be found dishes. George's Hall. About 915 the merry throng dis- |icing, leaves and stems PEOPLE'S LEAGUE Last night was Christmas night at the Simcoe street young peopls's so- ciety. The meeting opened with the from slides being shown on the screen, in which all jcaned heartily. Then Dr, After a short husiness se s'on, Miss Madeline Keliy vice presi Se lo, ake, All Ye People, 'Wake," given rs. T. East; readiag, by Miss the Cyril Weyr'ch; then Dr, Dougall told the story of the «interesting manner illustrated by coloured sliles thrown on the screen. The meeting the singing of an PEOPLE'S LEAGUE Mr. R. A, Whattam occupied the chair in the absence of the presi- dent Mrs. A. Trick, at t.o South Oshawa Young People's Soulety at and Miss Gladys Hurlbert acted as secretary pro tem, During the | evening it was moved that they on January 13, and that the next two meet- ings of the league be held on Tues- day evening, Mrs, Ceorge Burrus took the chair at this time in the ed: Bible reading by Miss Made- line Hornby; piano solo, by Miss vocal selection by violin solo, Miss Miss M, Rober.son, the deaconess of the church pave on her work, then Miss Evelyne Tole anid her mother favored the audience with a plano dut, A voc2l so'o by Mr, Frank Cowle, brouzht the pro- rram to a cloge, The gatheriny sang Christmas Carols, hen the Miznah benediction was repcated in uni- ob- even- be a joyous syrprise. For a delightful decoration "edible holly" citron may be cut the shape of leaves, while Fin and hard red candies make realistic stems and berries. On a "of mis! may be formed of citron and angel- ica and the berries made of white candies. Dainty wax-like ers may be formed of blanched split almonds, forming the of the nuts, split side up, with centers made of tiny silver dragees. Make the leaves and stems of citron from broad, thin slices of citron, and trailing leaves formed of green with an occasional tiny red candy placed here and there for berries. To Frost the Fruit Cake The cake should be cold, Place it on a flat surface on waxed paper When a boiled fosting is used, pour it back and forth to cover centre of cake, or around and around in centre if it is a round cake, Spread frosting toward sides of cake with a spoon and let it run down over sides, When top of cake is frosted and perfectly smooth, cover sides, using a spatula or silver knife. Wetting the spatula in boiling water will make the sides smooth, Allow the frosting to become sdrm before putting on, decorations. The cake should be iced upside down. The bottom surface is smoother, and the finished product will always look better if this method is always fol- lowed. Foundation Frosting Two and one-half cups sugar, ¥% cup corn syrup, ¥ cup water, 2 egg whites, 13% teaspoon vanilla, Method: Cook sugar, corn syrup and water together, stirring until sugar is dissolved, Continue to cook without stirring until syrup spins a thread (about 242 deg, F.)., Beat egg whites stiff and opur syrup into them slowly, beating constantly, Beat frost- + | ing un.il it will hold its shape, adding vanilla while beating, Use frosting to cover top and sides of cake, If it be- comes stiff, add a very small amount of boiling water, Ornamental Frosting Whites of 2 eggs, con.ectioner's sugar, 4 teaspoon cream of tartar, Method: Put egg whites in large bow! with one-ha.f cup sugar, which has first been siited, and beat vigor- ously for ten minutes; add another half cup sugar sxd beat. Add cream of tar.ar and c..atinue adding sugar and bealing until mixture will hold its shape when forced through a bag and tube. At the beginning, a wire egg beater may be uscd, but as it stiffens, a wooden spcon will be found easier to hand e; remember that beating really mzans beating not stirring. This icing hecemes very hard, With it one may form dainty borders, roses and other ornaments on either the top or sides of the cake, rich fruit cake with a thick layer of, A New Frock for the JSimio Miss ornamental frosting or other garnish. Cake frosting is not at all a difii- cult art. With paticuce, a little prac- tice, and the few necessary tools one may produce cakes that have a quite Boiled frostings, both for covering and for ornamenting the cake, will successful if a candy thermometer is used, as most recipes give the exact temperature to which the mixture should be cooked, A to quickly and artistically decorate the useful throughout the year for imparting a festive air to numerous every-day Extremely smart is this chic one yiece frock having .se two-piec »ffect. The skirt has an invert: slait at each gide of the front co: sack, and is joined to the bodic: paving a center front operin: 7estee, patch-pockets, long tigh itting sleeves finizhed with shape :uffs end 8 narrow belt. No, 162! 's in sizes 8, 10, 12 and 14 years View A, eize 10, requires 2% yard: 394nch, or 154 yards 64-inch mate rial; View B requires 1% yards 29 inch pla'n material, and 1% yarde 39-inch contrasting. Price 20 conts the pattern, Our new Fashion Book contains many styles showing how to dress (By Idle Young McKinney) Philadelphia, Dec. 20.-~The Na- tional Societ yof the Daughters of the British Empire, in the United States, is now organized in 14 dif- ferent states, with an approximate membership of 3,000, and is af- fliated with her sister organiza- tion, the Canadian 1.0.D.E, The objects of the society are first, social and intellectual inter- course, good fellowship and phil. anthropy among women of Brit. ish birth and ancestry; second, the promotion of a closer relationship between English-speaking peoples; third, the promotion of a Home for aged British men and women each of the four geographical sec. tions of the United States, The active membership is re- stricted to women of British birth, but the American wife of a British born man, or the daughter of a British born father or mother, whose sympathies are consistent with the objects of the organiza- tion, may become an associate member, Founded It was in the year 1909 that the first Chapters were formed in Mas- sachusetts, California, and New York, and other states have fallen into line, The present form of government 's based upon three fundamental ideas: State incorporation, District co-operation, and the rotation of national office, This means that for the Daughters of the British Tmpire, the United States is di- vided into four districts, East, Middle-west, West, and South; that the national officers are elected for a ter mof three years fromr enh division in rotation; and that the vearly conventions are held for three consecutive years in the same disteict, and then move on to the next, This gives each section of the country equal opportunity for guiding and influencing the affairs of the organization, Next yea rthe convention will be held in New York, and this will complete the three years adminis. tration for the eastern division, until her turn comes again after the Middle-west, the West and the South have each had her three vears at the helm, Only two Homes for Aged Brit- 'shers have, as yet, been built, The Middle-west has realized her dreams, and in Chicago is their Home, not yet two years o!d, It will accommodate sirty people, The charge is five hundred dollars, For this sum, the aged person is kept in comfort as long as life lasts, nd buried decently when all ir over, The first Home, the Victorias, was built on Staten Island, New York, in 1915. It is quite small, housing but twelve old ladles, while fifty-five men and womer are on the list, waiting for admit. tance, But the eastern division ir confidently planning for 8 larger Tome very soon, Indeed, the round was bought in New York City for that purpose, but, unfor- tunately, it wes found to pe un , distriet that permitted ro tax free nroperty, So the building of new Home has been delayed, P * my, how the women are working for it! Pennsylvania, with her "ne hundred and fifty members, has, during the last five years, handed over $10,000 to endow room, and they insist that they have just egun. At a bazasr held recently by the four Philadelphia Chapters including Connaught, Princess Mary Lascelles, London and Oxford, over »z,uv0 was rais- ed in one afternoon. Lady Deni- son, wife of the High Comm/ssion- er to the port of New York from Australia, came over to open the bazaar, and Mrs. Frederick Wat- son, wife of the British Consul General to Philadelphia, was a pa- troness. The community building of St. James church was freely given for holding the bazaar. Cana dians, especially Toronto people, may remember that this is the church where their own Dr. Johr FELT BROS. UPSTAIRS GIFT ROOM 12 Simcoe St. S. JOVELTY gifts in a wide pro- fusion of styles and uses. Unusual * gifts gathered from the leading centres of the world. Exclusive but not expensive, Priced 25¢ - to $5.00 feeling for all other people of the homeland does not grow dim wit' distance or the passing of years RUNS IN STOCKINGS CAN NOW BE MENDED Toronto, Dec, 20.--~There is not a girl who does not breathe a sigh of relief since she has learned where her silk hose can be repair- ed. The long-suffering modern women can have the rums in the delicate silk and chiffon stockings knitted up by a unique machine which some kindly soul has in- vented. Only a few months ago, the process was tntrodueed, and the orders are coming in so quick. = ly to the repair departments ef + the stores that the clerks say: "Yes, we can repair that, madam, but you will not receive it_for 19. days at the earliest." Then the hose are being brought in each day to have a short run, a long one, or a wide one knitted up in the repair department. Head-line in exchange: "Too many = deaths from football" how many would be just a- bout right ? Boston Transcript. 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This will do away with any vain longing to sample the rich and unsuitable fruit cake about which hey see, heir side elders Baking unus- ual fuss. An ordinary light layer cake sponge cake or any mixture suitable to juvenile digestions may be used and may be baked in layers, round loaf or tube pan. When layers are used, a more attractive cake will be produced if three-layer cake tins, cach one one-inch smaller in diameter than the other, ary msed. The cake may be made the chil dren's own by frosting it and decorating it with the tiny bright red cinnamon can that may be ob- tained at the confectioner's and with 2 plump Santa Claus over a stubby pine cone holding a red Christmas candle mounted in the centre. When one thinks of all the possibil- ivies of red and green icing, fancy shapes and accessories, such as can- died fruits and pistachio nuts, tiny bright red candies, silver dragees and candicd flowers, there is no reason why the Christmas cake should not tions in money, but the most o it came from the gifts and the "Universal Socket 'Units give just about fect results because they are built of the materials money can and their design is a masterpiece. Don't buy' untilyou've seenwhat they * can do, At your dealers, His Master's Voice, Ltd. Halifax Montreal Toronto Winnipeg Calgary Vancouver PALPEIEN PLE HAE OOrpos LADIES' HAND BAGS IN GREAT VABIETY SAYWELL & SON Oshawa's Leather Goods Store 19 Bond St. W. Phone 338 (0; -n E-exings) sled Lo0000 Size ,.00., sass ssssssssRsrss cerssssssssrsas srsasssssssrsss Ca sssssasssssnn pp rbars NAMM@ ..,s00000s000080080s AAUTESB ,.5 sosnprnns Sold 1» Oshawa by D. J. BROWN 10 KL.G STRELT WEST ote PHONE 189 Price, 20 cents each, § stamps or in. 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