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A VR es Cg A ete £5 satd P--. ie as. se , . A x 2p oe Pe ; 7. iin bk te ie denn ier ea rei pend SSAC pai PAREN x far Cig re a rv a Morewnes sive CHUSED SERIOUS FIRES IV OVERSEAS MAK . . . MATCHES AND ? LIGHTER FLUID in overseas parcels have started serious fires. Think what this means. Thousands of bags con- taining letters and parcels lie deep down in a ship's hold, lurching in a rough sea. CANADA POST = fo © AAA TA AAAI AAAA (e) Jf of [of - If matches or lighter fluid take fire --AND THEY DO -- that means that brave seamen must go into the smoke-filled hold and risk their lives. Thousands of parcels may be destroyed--thousands of men disappointed. pT" 0p, Cannas? Issued by the authority of M: Px, HON. W. P. MULOCK, K.C., 2 MATERIALS IN PARCELS . . . WON'T YOU HELP? We know that you would not knowingly endanger lives and mail. So think --and then don't put matches or lighter fluid én Overseas Griffith, R.N,) on their marriage on Dec. 27th. . Mr, Sam Jeffrey is spending the win- ter in Toronto with Mr, and Mrs. Geo. Joll. Mr. Harold McQuade is in Toronto % {with his brother, Wilbert McQuade and Mrs. McQuade: The young people. of North and South Nestleton, also "pupils of 'the Continuation School gathered in the Community Hall and presented Pte, Beverley Veale with a utility case and sum of money. : . Sgrry to report the illness of Mr. Wm. Beacock and Mr. Wm, VanCamp. MRS. 8. A. FERGUSON The death occurred suddenly at her residence in Blackstock on Saturday evening, January 6th," of Mary S. Knapp. Cochrane, beloved wife of Samuel A. Ferguson in her 70th year. ~The late Mrs. Ferguson was twice married, She married Geo. S. Coch- rane on March 8, 1894, and of this union there were nine boys and two girls, Two boys predeceased her some years ago and on May 381, 1933, her first husband died. She remarried on Sept. 8, 1934, and her present husband survives, also seven sons and. two daughters--Milton and Lloyd of Osh- awa, Walter and Mrs, H. Adams (Verna) of Bowmanville, Russell and Leslie 'of Burketon, Ivan and Garnet of Port Perry, and Mrs, Geo. Stinson (Hazel) of Dunnville, Also two step- daughters, Mrs. T. Samells (Ida), and Mrs, Charles Venning (Ella) of Blackstock; one sister, Miss Elizabeth Knapp of Burketon; and one brother, Joseph Knapp of Calgary, Alta.; 27 grandchildren and nine great- grand- children. The funeral service was held after a short service at the home from Blackstock United Church on Jan, 9, with Rev. R. B, Harrison in charge, with burial taking place at Hampton Cemetery. The pallbearers were six 'of her sons, The esteem of the deceased was shown by the beautiful floral tributes. / SEAGRAVE | The children of Seagrave school en- joyed two holidays, Monday and Tues- day, while the school was being wired for Hydro. This will surely be a great benefit to the pupils by relieving eye strain on dark days. The Y.P.U. met at the home of Rev. and Mrs, Morris on Wednesday even- . ing. The meeting was in charge of drome Miss I, King. The Young People are holding an evening of progressive crockinole at the home of Morley Bruce on Friday evening. All are in- vited., | - We country people, who are often more or less isolated during the winter should be particularly interested in the suggested move of the CBC to elimi- nate all religious services over the air | after twelve o'clock on Sunday or at least after five o'clock. The CBC has also sought the co-operation of private- ly owned stations in Ontario. In the CBC program 'John Fisher Reports" at 6.30 p.m. on Sunday, John Fisher reporting on the CBC convention, held in Toronto last week, asked that people Mail, POSTMASTER GENERAL WOMEN'S MISSIONARY SOCIETY |leged us to do in the post war period. | Mrs. R, Stewart, R.R., Little Britain; HOLD ANNUAL MEETING IN ST. ANDREW'S CHURCH, LINDSAY Lindsay Presbyterial W.M.S. of the Presbyterian Church in Canada held its Annual Meeting in St. Andrew's Church, Lindsay, on Wednesday, Jan. 17th, Miss Margaret Oliver presiding. The opening devotional service was conducted by Mrs. Ferguson and Mrs. McPhadden of Lindsay Auxiliary and in the afternéon by Mrs. Cathcart and Mrs, W. Mark of Bobcaygeon. Mrs. John B. Ross, Recording Sec- retary, read the minutes of the last annual meeting, Miss Oliver was privileged to pass the picture of the late Dr, Jessie MacBean to Beaverton Midsion Band. The Mission Band report was very gratifying. - ' Miss Dorothy Milne, representative from Lindsay to Glenmohr Camp gave a good report, The Presbyterial was invited to Woodville for the meeting in June, Uxbridge Girl's Guild is the only one Mrs. Mark, Miss Agnes Dickson and Miss Oliver offered prayer. The Treasurer, Mrs. John Brabazon, was pleased to report that we had passed our objective for 1944, Mrs. Johnson, Corresponding Secre- tary, reported an increase in member- ship. ; Miss Agnes Dickson dedicated the offering. " Miss Lily MacArthur stressed the need of remembering the work of the children of our church, that they will be taught to live a life that is abun- dantly worth while. . Miss Oliver extended appreciation to Lindsay ladies for their kind hos- pitality. Miss C. Moran expressed thanks to Miss MacArthur, Mrs. N. Mark and Mrs. Lucas of Lindsay spoke appreciatively and paid tribute to the faithful service of Mrs, John B. Ross, of Beaverton, who has {been Recording Secretary for 26 years. Miss MacArthur conduc the el- Students, Mrs. Bathgate, Lindsay; Ex- change, Mrs. I. Lake, Oakwood; Y.W. and Girls Work, Mrs. Clarence Veale, Argyle; Literature,and Glad Tidings, Miss C. Moran, Lorneville; Press Sec- retary, Mrs. J. S. MacFarlane, Black- water; Library, Miss W. Allin, Black- . water; Supply, Mrs. T. C. Leask, Ux- bridge; Life Membership, Mrs. E. C. Robertson, Woodville; Custodian, Miss M. Gould, Uxbridge. of taxpayers could not see fit to sign | November, the meetings featured talks various officers. Due to war conditions write to the CBC expressing their opinion on this subject and telling what programs they do enjoy. Do you enjoy talks, dramas, or jazz? This corporation really belongs to the peo- ple, why not take an interest in' our property. The annual Sunday School meeting of Seagrave United Church was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Eagle- son, on Tuesday, January 16th, 1945, The pastor, Rev. Mr. Morris, occupied the chair. Reports were received from the blue card. In fact, the number was so small that one need not take space here to state their reasons. Our hope is that they will be so impressed with the Federation that they will join the other 99%. boii Through the co-operation of the: Life Training Institute of Simcoe County, films from the National Film Board are being shown each month at three places in the Township of Reach. In on Soils and Fertilizers; the January | the attendance has fallen somewhat iheatings (see advertisement) will place emphasis on Education with talks by Mr. A. A. Archibald, Inspec- . tor of Public Schools for South Ont- Reach Township ario. Trustees should make a special effort to be present. Follow our local Farmers in Ontario County are panarg for informhtion about meet- being organized under the Federation jnoq jn your community, of Agriculture and their objectives are to improve rural living conditions, to! encourage better farm practices, co- operative businesses, dental clinics, and larger units of administration for Federation of Agriculture in BLACKSTOCK with an average of 56. . The financial statement showed a balance of $264.18. Officers for 1946 were elected as follows: Hon. Supt, Mr, John Mark; Supt, Glenn Wana- maker; Assistants, Mrs, Clements, Clifford Short; - Secretary, - Morley Bruce; Asst. Sec"y, Mrs, Tobin; Gen, Sec'y, Mrs, Clements; Treas., Clifford Short, Asst. Treas.,, Mrs. Eagleson. A number of members have quali- fied for -attendance awards -- Mrs, Keen, Mrs, Eagleson, Eunice Fishley, our antiquated trustee system.. The Sympathy is extended to Mr. and in the Presbyterial, Mrs. T. C. Leask, ection and installation of officers for the leader, was commended for her leadership, The Supply. Secretary, Mrs. Leask, reported $212.41 sent in for bales, which were sent to Birtle and Rocky . Mountain House. Rev. Mr, Yoting closed the morning session with prayer. Rev, Mr, MacQueen, Lindsay, ex- tended greetings and welcomed the Presbyterial to their church. Mra, MacQueen urged us to be more pre- pared to do the work God has privi- 'the ensuing year as follows: President, Miss Margaret Oliver, Uxbridge; Vice-Presidents, 1st; Mrs. N. Mark, Bobeaygeon; 2nd, Mrs, J. A. MacMillan, Port Perry; 3rd, Mrs. C, A, Cathcart, Bobcaygeon; 4th, Mrs. G. A. Lucas, Lindsay; Treasurer, Mrs. John F. Brabazon, Blackwater; Secretaries, Mrs, 'W. Mark, Bobcaygeon; Corres- ponding, Mrs, J. Johnston, Uxbridge; Home Helpers, Miss Chris . Oliver, Uxbridge; Welcome and Welfare, Mrs, H. Mark, Bobcaygeon; Mission Band, accomplishment of these objectives will mean improved economie, social and moral conditions in our rural , : communities. re after air operations overseas, These are high objectives which can.! Sympathy of the community goes not be reached by a few printed words. fout to Ernest and Austin Larmer, and The co-operation and eriticism of all their families on the sudden death of farmers of the district is required to their father, Mr, John Larmer on make them a success. Taxpayers in, Sunday at the honie of Ernest. the Township of Reach have given the' Glen Graydon, who is in training at organization a wonderful boost by do-|Camp Borden, spent the week-end nating one-fifth of a mill (which is|with his uncle, Mr, Jas, Ginn, Mrs." Malcolm Emerson, Nestleton, on hearing that their son, Ralph, is miss- (1 year); Mrs, MacTaggart, Audrey years); Mrs. Tobin (4 years); Joyce Harding (b years); Bernice Harding (6 years); Ivan Bruce, Enid Clements i (7 years); Verna Moase, Velva Chil- vers, Mra. Clements (9 years); Mrs. Dowson, Donald Dowson (11 years). The school contributed $60 to the M. & M. Fund and $6 to the Sick Child- ren's Hospital, A special collection for this same fund will be taken next Sun- collected with taxes) to finance its| Congratulations to F.0. activities, Only a small percentage |Emerson and Mrs, Emerson Edgar (Anne day, January 28th, Irwin, Phyllis Keen, Dennis Tobin, (2 Ww «gay: a Ld LN ; Here's the situation: Makers normal production of supplies means that we must continue telephone service, awaiting the LL pone? been busy on orders of all kinds for the armed services. For them, the time to start reconverting still lies ahead. Even after war needs have been met, these manufacturers "must make a major change-over before they can resumé too long delayed!) when materials in adequate volume and skilled manpower again become available. The applications on our waiting list will be filled as promptly and fairly as possible, on a first-come-firs \- v of telephone equipment have for civilian use , . . Which to defer many requests for day (we hope it may not be erved basis. T. R. TRAYNOR, Branch Manager. T. K. Creighton, K.C., President WHITBY R. D. Humphreys . ; Secretary annual meeting and election of officers! on Wednesday, January 17th, at the' work rooms. The financial statement showed a balance of $128.29. Wilkings reported work activities as follows for the past nine months, Our year had formerly ended on March 31. This year we closed our books at the end of the year. 16 girls' skirts; 9 crib quilts; 64 pairs girls' bloomers; 14 large quilts; 29 shelter aprons; 27 baby gowns; 7 baby jackets; 6 pyjama suits; 3 ladies' gowns; 24 pairs socks; | 1 seaman's scarf; '1 a. \ The group has sent overseadiparcels to 14 boys from the vicinity at three different times during the year. Salvage has been collected and gifts made to Navy League Ditty Bags, and Minesweeper Crew. Officers for 1945--President, Mts. Dale; 1st Vice President, Mrs. Keen; Secretary, Mrs. Clements; Treasurer, Mrs. Scott, We are sorry to report the death of Pte, W. Matt. Leacock, in Italy on Jan, | 2nd. His widow, in Toronto, receives our deep sympathy. . ~. Mrs, C. Harper, a sister of Pte, Lea- cock, and Mrs. R. Wilkings, spent Thursday in Toronto with Mrs, Lea- cock. . Seagrave War Work Group held its Mrs, * 2nd Vice President, Mrs, MacTaggart; i UTICA Word has been received from Thomasburg, near Belleville, of the death of Mr, Samuel Ray. Mr. Ray was a resident of. Utica for a long time. He was 95 years old. Sorry to report Mrs. E. Kendall and Mrs, James Swan under the-doctor's care, We hope for a speedy recovery. Mrs. BE. Spencer was calling on Mrs. E. Kendall on Monday. Mrs. Harold Kerry and Audrey, Mr, Frank Kendall visited with Mrs, Har- old Aird one'day last week. - Mr. and Mrs. Murray Geer and Carol visited Sunday "with Mrs, R. Redman and family in Port Perry. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Sandison and family visited with friends in Green- bank over the week-end. Mr. Jack Bray and Pte. Stewart Bray from overseas visited at Mr. R. Suteliffe's recently. Glad to_report: Mrs, Axford much improved in health, The sympathy of this. community goes to Mr, and Mrs. Clarence Gall in the death of their son Alex, who died of wounds overseas, Mrs, Gall was the former Ethel Harper of Utica. * PROGRESEIVE-CONSERVATIE To Select a CANDIDATE for the Next PROVINCIAL ELECTION 'The Convention will be held in the Town Hall, A AT 8.00 P.M. ON | Tues., January 30 Prominent Speakers "will address the meeting. ]