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. . The entertainment programme was indeed extensive but each number was greeted with great enthusiasm and all were greatly enjoyed . ... . the musical selections, skits, stunts, contests were all the souce ¢f much pleasure . . . . also various other competitions al‘OUS°d keen interest . . . .. Singâ€" songs were given lusty support, and then following the happy sgocial everyone enjoyed reâ€" freshments. On Monday evening a mixed social was held in the basement of the Mackay Prestbyterian church when the Trail Rangers of the church invited the C, I had some visitors toâ€"day That you perhaps have known, Bo many friends have stopped to call i have not been alone. The sunshine came with early light To bid mc wake and rise; It brought the cheery gift of day In colourful survirse, G, I. T. girls to be their guests for an evening of games and many other forms of amuse:inent . . . A little bird stopped in at ten His merry tune to ‘singâ€" A cheerful little song that praised The wonders of the Spring, What joys these visitors have brought! And what a rare display 'ro, prove that nature‘s friendliness â€" Fills every brimming day! Third Ave. at Cedar Street The Central Home and School Association will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evenâ€" ing, May 23rd a,t 8 p. m. . . . Mtr, Robert Baillie will be speaker at the meeting, and will present a talk on music apprectiation ; . . . . Mr. Baillie will be ably supported in his address by the school choirs . . . . . The poem, "Nature‘s Checring Visitors" was written by Leland B. Jacobs, who expresses simply and beautifully his feelings at the comâ€" ing of Spring .. .. nappy feelings that begin with the morning sunâ€" shine and last througout the long brigh warm days . . . .. happy too because no day is tiresome and dull, but each one new and full with the song of nature‘s cheering visitors filling the air. TIMMINS JEWELLER â€" OPTOMETRIST Hullo, Folks! Here I am, "REDDY" at your fingerâ€"tips to give you 24â€"hour service Service that can‘t be equalled at such low cost as your electrical appliances give you. I‘m on the job, for you, 24 hours every day in the year. Reddy says: A quarter invested regularly in War Savings Stamps is little to pay for your share in Victory. On Friday, May 26th, a charming event will take place in the hall cf Trinity United Church, in Schuamcher The event will be the "May Fair‘", which is held anntrally by the Women‘s Assoâ€" clation of the church, and which has been a brilliant success each and every year .. i. The ladies of the church are working hard to assure the same, if not greater success, this season . . . . . ‘The Mayâ€" Pair will have many attractive féatures, for besides enjoying tea and refreshments, the visitors will be treated to displays of several tables , , . béautiâ€" ful. articles hand sewn and featuring necessities. for children‘s wardrobes, toddler‘s coveralls, suits and dresses. . . also shown will be aprons for ladies. . , a bake. table will present a delicious display of home baked goods, and as another feature, potted plants and bedâ€" ding plants will be sold .. .. . be sura to attend between 3 and 5.30. Last Thursday evning, ladies of the knitting group .of Mackay Presbyterian church completed their eighth quilt of the last few weeks., by the end of their On Sunday night a very bright and pleasant reception was held in the baseâ€" ment of St. Anthony‘s Cathedtal . . . . the occasion was "Mother‘s Day" and so the members of the J. E. C. and the J. 0. C. club held a charming little social in honour of this special day . . , There were many in attendance and all preseégnt greatly enjoyed the delightful musical programme presented, which contained songs and other fne musical entertainment . . .. ; During the evenâ€" ing refreshments were also served. evening‘s meeting . . . . . Duriing the evening the ladies worked on a lavender, green and â€"yellow quilt which when And once again best wishes are extended to a bridal couple, and this time Pte. and Mrs, Georgs Brousseau receive the congratulaâ€" tilons .*.; i. This quiet ceremony took place in the Notre Dame des Lourdes church on Thursday mornâ€" ing last, Rev. Father E. Gaboury cfficiating at the ceremony . . . . . The bride is the former Bertha Frances Jacobs, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, A. Jacobs, and the groom is a member of the Canadian Army stationed at Halifax, and son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Brousseatu. Congratulations and> best wishqs to Mr.and Mrs. Loquis Lotondo who were united in marriage in the rocâ€" tory of the Church of the Nativity on Monday at 1. 30 p. m. . .‘. ; the ceremony was officiated by Rev, Father Murray . . . . . the bride is the former Grace Cunningham of South Porcupine, and the groom is from Schumacher. . , . .Attendants at the wedding were Jim Croccini and Mae Cunningham. All parents are invited the meeting. Duriing the | completed, raised the quota to éight. . . |\The members are kusily making emerâ€" ald green sweaters with skirts to match ‘for the English Bomb Victims, and alâ€" | ways they seem to retain their same high quota of knitted socks...,.. Folâ€" lowing this work meeting, a social hour ’was enjoved during which Mrs. G. Aitken and Mrs. D. Morrison were nostessos. Many ladies attended the: weekly Comfort Fund Tea held by the Ladies Auxiliary vesterday afternoon at the Leâ€" gion Hall . .. : A pleasant social afterâ€" noon was spent during which, tea and refreshments‘ were enjoyed . . , . Atâ€" tending were: Mrs. F. Curtis, Mrs. H. J. McGarry, Mrs, L. Mason, Mrs. B. Ketâ€" ley, Mrs. H. Hope, Mrs. G, Kwekksboom, Mrs, B. Kwekkeboom, Mrs. B. Hinds, Miss Maris Davison, Mrs. U. Wilkinson, Mtrs. T. Gay, ‘Mrs. J,. Wilson,‘ Mrs. J. Shaw, Mrs. F. Hornby, Mrs, G. Davigon, Mrs. C. Boyd, Master John Kwekkeâ€" boom. and Master Terry Tremblay. Amonsg the Mother‘s Day messages received here, that gave particular deâ€" light, was one from overseas sent to Mrs. T. A. Marriott from her son Pte. Lawrence Marriott, who is in the Orâ€" dinance Corps. j Regular Monthly Meeting of W. M. S. First United Church Mrs. Jackson in her opening remarks caid tribute to "Mothers," and brought to attention the observance of "Chrisâ€" tian Family Week." Following the business meet,ing, Miss M. Mayowna led in a splendid worship program on the theme, ‘"World Chrisâ€" tians." Miss Mayowna told of the great work done by Dr. Archie Schweitâ€" The regular monthly meeting of the W. M.S. of the First United Church was held in the church on Thursday last, at 3 p.m. The meeting opened with a hymn. At the request of the presiqent, Mrs. J. Harnden, Mrs. A. Jackson was in the chair. Th: members ¢f the Timmins Golf Club are reminded that the opening of the club will take place on Wednesday afternoon, May 24th, p. M.; .. . . The opening will take th> form of a Two Ball Mixed Foursoms .. .. .. At 6 p. m,., followâ€" ing the game, dinner will be served in the Club House, and a social time enjoyed ; . . . . Those who plan to be present at the dinner, are kindly asked to advise the stewardess (Phone 1205) not later than Monâ€" day, May 22nd. of this week, and had the usual goodly attendance . . .Winners for the evening were: Ladies first, Mrs. 5. Gauthier, second Mrs, J. Cowan third, Mrs. P. Hotnell; Gentlemen‘s first, Mr. G. Lloyd, second, Mrs. May Gauthicr, third, Mrs. Latenâ€" dresse. The weekly whist drive was held in the Legion Hall on Tuesday night THE PORCUPINE ADVANCE, TTMMINS, ONTARIO The report submitted by Mrs. A. Jackson, delegate to the Toronto Branch conference of the W. M. S., held â€"recently, was most interesting and dealt with the many outstanding speakers, including Mrs. M. Loveys, who spoke on Home Missions; Mrs. Hugh Taylor, Overseas Missions; Miss Thomas General Secretary, Dominion Board: Dr. Brewing on World Affairs; Rev. W. Mitchell, on Presentâ€"day China. On Friday afternoon, the monthly business meeting of the Ladies Guild of St, Matthew‘s Church was held, with the Rev, A. R. Chidwick opening the meeting. Final plans were made for the social evening to be held in the church hall on May Mth, at 8 p. m. and which will feature music, entertainment reâ€" freshments and also a lovely table of surplus chinal ware. A cordial inviâ€" taion is entended to one and all to attend. The Ladies of the Guild also exâ€" pressed their sorrow at losing one of their valued members, Mrs. H. Pope, who is leaving in the near future to take up residence in Toronto. The members wished Mrs. Pope the best of luck and happiness in her new home. zer, missionary to Africa; Madam Chiangâ€"Kaiâ€"Shek, of China and Dr. Fred Laubach, missionary to the Phil«â€" ippines. Soctal Evening Planned by Ladies Guild at Meeting The meeting closed with the singing of a hymn. As many as possible were asked to help with the rummage sale to be held on Saturday morning, May 20th, at Maeting Held Friday in St. Matthew‘s Church Hall. The next held in the 2.30 p.m. Finlay MacPhail Wellâ€"Known in North Dies at Gravenhurst Finlay MacPhail, aged in Gravenhurst on May illness of four months. The late Mr. MacPhail is well known throughout this part of the North, havâ€" ing resided in Elk Lake district and the Porcupine Camp for twentyâ€"five years. He was born in Cape Breton and since coming to the North has been engaged in mining. He was in the employ. of Dome Mines Ltd. for the past eight vears. South Porcupine, May to The Advance. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wiâ€" dow and two daughtersâ€"Mrs. Fummerâ€" ton (Norma) and Mrs. Lafoley (Cathâ€" erine). Two brothers survive Duncan MacPhail for many years (until reâ€" cently) residing in the Porcupine Camp and Dan MacPhail in Cape Breton. Three grandchildren also survive. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon from South Porcupine United Church. with Rev. J. C. Thompson conâ€" ducting the service. Floral tokens were received from: The family; the Stovel family, Dome Mines Ltd.. Ann MacPhail, Ross and Sirkka; Plorence, Jack and Shirley Mcâ€" Master; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Andrews; Mr. and Mrs. R. S. McWilliams senior; Drummer and Mrs. George Rodgers; Boys of the Gateâ€"house, Dome Mines; Mr. and Mrs. Milas Clark; Mrs. Falâ€" coner, Gwen and Dolores; Christine and Charles Cook; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dwâ€" yer; Martin and John MacPhail; Porâ€" cupine A. F. and A. M. Lodge No. 506; Dome Mines Crusherhouse staff; Elk Lake Masonic Lodge 567; Mrs,. Cronk and Evelyn; Frank, Catherine, Jos. and children; Mr. and Mrs. F. Rogers. Many old friends were present to offer their last respects to a good citiâ€" zen and oldâ€"timer and the Masonic Order was represented by members of the local A. F. and A. M. Lodge who took over the service for the Masonic Rites at the graveside. ; Pallbearers were: John Dan MacPhaxl and Jack MacPhail (nrnephâ€" ews of deceased), James Armstrong, Jos. Lafoley, Frank RFummerton and Murdock Gillis. During the service the hymns, "Unto the Hills," and "Blest be the Tie that Binds" were sung. A most successful afternoon tea and towel shower in aid of the Porcupine General hospital was held on Friday in the Nurses‘ Residence at the hospital. This has been the method used by the Ladies‘ Auxiliary of the hospital for some years to celebrate "Hospital Day" â€"May 12th. A very large number of ladies came to tea, many from the surrounding mines, and many from town, and the number Oof towels received to date is over 120. Besides bath and face towels tea towels and washâ€"cloths (27) were turned in. Some who could not attend sent along their contribution by others and the executive of the Auxiliary wish sincerely to thank all who made this affair such an outstanding sucâ€" Successful Tea and Towel Shower at South Porcupine Event for Poreupine General ‘Hospital Very Succeessful Eveont. South Porcupine, May 17th. Special to The Advance. Mrs. L. Sharp and Miss S. Morgan business mceeting will be church hall, June 9th at 77 years, died 12th after an 17th. Special (Hospital Superintendent) received the guests who were given afternoon tea poured by Mrs. J. H. Stovel and Mrs. R. P. Kinkel. Mrs. G. Campbell, Mrs. M. Ludgate and Mrs. Wm. Hutchinson asâ€" sited in serving and Mrs. A. Stevenson and Mrs. W. H. Jolhns, who were in charge of the Entertainment committee, presided over the kitchen. . A lovely ; birthday cake graced the prettily decorâ€" ated serving table, and daffodils and spring flowers made the rooms cheerful and springâ€"like. â€" Some of the patients in hospital sent contributions to the shower; and the Auxiliary is very grateful to all who * helped. "The Advance" is a now venture in the Cochrane Presbytery. The Conference Leaders have given it all assistance and it is hoped that it will meet with the greatest coâ€"operation from every young person, Miss Ruth Simpson of Toronto, will be The leader in the Advance meet being held here. Miss Simpson has worked for and on the National Executive of Young Pecple, and at present is working on the Board of Christian Education. The Advance with Cochrane Presbytery Young Feople‘s Union was held May 12th, 13th, and 14th, in Trinity United Church, Schumacher. Source Leader Miss Ruth Simpson. Programme Convener, Reyv. Sschumacher, May 1 The Advance. Young People Union Meeting at Schumacher J. C. Thompson, Delegates from Hearst, Kapuskasing, Cochrane, Matheâ€" son, South Poreupine attended. Most of the arrived Friday. The Matheson â€" Groupâ€" arrived â€" Saturday afternoon. The programme is as foMlows: Friday May 12th, 730 P, M. Regiâ€" stration. Worship, Introduction, Miss Simpson the guest. Recreation under Schumacher Union. Saturday May i13th, 930 A. Mâ€" Morning worship in the Church, 10 o‘clock Recreation in Mc¢Intyre Gym and Bowling Alley Meeting of district executive with Miss Simpson 12.30 P. M.â€"Basket lunch in the Public School 2 n‘clockâ€"In Public School. Proâ€" gramme. Planning Groups Christian Cultureâ€"Gladys Langman and Bud Clark Missionsâ€"Laura Birce Citizenshipâ€" Cathie McElwee and Jack Tomlinson Fellowshipâ€" South Porcupine Union Recreationâ€" Matheson Union 4.30 till 5.30 P. M.â€"Soft ball in Public School ground 6,.30 P. M. Banquet in McIntyre Audiâ€" torium Singâ€"Song led by Miss Simpson Business Claims and Challenges of the Forâ€" ward Movement by Miss Simpson 9.45 P. M.â€"Vesper Service in MciInâ€" tyre Park 10.30 P. M. â€"Fellowship Groups in the Church They‘re TALKING ABOUT . . . a Tenâ€"Gent Dollar! to pay more than the ceiling price...denounce black markets .. . buy Vistory Bonds ..save .. pay off debts dollar value HIGH. In fact a dollar goes further toâ€"day . . . buys more goods g ID 3 1944 than fhe dollar of 1918. Look at these prices, a pound of cocoa toâ€"day '5* comparedfo the ; ; it was then. The same quality towels : g‘l“ inow were rhen Yes, we get a lfb ~ good dollars worth toâ€"day, And rememberâ€" you protect your dollar valve when you refuse to a dollar would shrink to the size ofone (1035. That‘s inflation! So we‘re lucky in Canada that price ceilings and other antiâ€"inflationary measures have kept our measly tenâ€"cents‘ worth of goods boss paid you in crisp new oneâ€"dollar bills i# N 12A «1 ; o iiocilll.l 7 fi % %/’:;’; P KT )ms_,..; to help reveal the dangers that inflation represents for all the people of the Narion ith, Special Â¥ Published by THE BREWING INDUSTRY (ONTARIO) f:;l and help keep the cost of living down ! E€unday May 14th. 9. O‘clock â€"Breakfast in Church Bagement served by Schumacher Young FPeople‘s Union 11 O‘clock â€"Church Service. 7 P. M. â€"Young People‘s Servicse Fireside meeting Closing Worship Sunday evening The Young People‘s convention service was held in the Church and the congregation had the pleasure of hearing Miss Simpson deâ€" liver a very inspiring message. If You Want to Sell Your Property The BANK of NOVA SCOTIA I promise to give my support to keeping the cost of living down, I will buy only what I need. I will observe the ceiling whether buying or sellâ€" ing goods or services. I will pay off old debts, save for the future, invest in Victory Bonds and War Savings Certificates. And I will support taxes which help lower the cost of living. Quickly LIST IT WITH US FPOR FAST ACTION We have a Waiting List of Buyers All those savings you‘ve made with ten dimes Branches from Coast to Coast * *L s\oo. each of them would buy only a Miss E. 8. Daniels, B. A former misâ€" sionary in Korea will be the speaker. Have you got your ticket for the Young People‘s Quiz to be held Priday night, May 19th, in the McIntyre Audiâ€" torium. There will be prizes, fun, and a good time for all, Mr. N. D. Adams McIintyre Property, will be master of ceremonies Monday evening, May 22nd, at 8 P. M. a meeting will be held in the church and all the Young People are invited to attend THORSDAY, MAY 1877t, 1944 M /J/. N N