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PAGE 8 in nu! Benvillc over the week-end. um Maude Acheson, Shelbume. am the weekend at her home here. in. John Lockhart. spent the week- lld in Owen Sound. net-end in Toronto. ISunday. In. C. Stewart, is at present visit- Mr. m u with firs. Jas. Venue. latter, I In Sadie Vause, Old Durham Road, 2 training h :t present a guest of her aunt, Mrs. ited at t In Vause. , day. unday on the Proton circuit. The Anglican Ladlea’ (3qu held a quilting bee at the home of Mrs. J. arson last week. Indâ€"“mm to this item in his an: Tor waking up in the night, and ‘ Made doll! 100% (Om‘ Own Correspondent) Ilr. Herb. Corbett, motored to King- fledâ€"“That. lawyer of mine has a 90138051. THE GR SOUTH AM AN RHEUMATIC EDI For Solo» McFaddcn's Drug Store and Central Drug Store. Durham. Proton Station Our business is to create printing that makes sales. Typography, choice of stock â€"every element that makes for more attractive mailing- pieces and handbills is pro- duced here with the care that spells success. Exact estimates of costs are ofi‘er- ed on each job regardless of size. The Chronicle Printing House A.Y.,P.A. Meets The meeting on Friday evening was graced with a large attendance and was in the hands of the citizenship com- mittee, with Geo. Bailey presiding. The meeting opened with a hymn and the Scripture lesson was read by Wm. Web- er. prayer was offered by Mr. McCall. A reading was given by Oscar Moon and instrumentals by Reg. and Arthur Ad- lam. Another reading was given by B. Brown. followed by the singing of “O Canada." The business period was con- ducted by Mr. McCall and the last number being instrumentals by Walter Kennedy and Elton Adlam. The Nat- ional Anthem closed the meeting. Varney (Our Own Correspondent) The annual meeting of the Women’s Association of Varney United church was held on Wednesday. December 7, at the home of Mrs. J. J. Wilton. Rev. Mr. Mercer had charge of the business. All oflicers were re-elected. namely: Mrs. W. G. Blyth, President; Mrs. NJ. Kerr. Vice-President; Mrs. Wm. Eden, Secretary-Treasurer; Mrs. Harry Cald- well. Organist; Mrs. Joseph Lennox and Mrs. Wm. Caldwell, Buying Com- mittee. The meeting was closed with prayer by Mr. Mercer, after which the hostess served a dainty lunch. Mr. Wm. Patterson had his prize winning show team on exhibition at the Winter Fair at Guelph last week. where they again captured first prize. and where they were said back to the man who raised them. This team has been the champion show team of their class in the district. and have brought many honors to their owner and to Bentinck township. Mr. Patterson chose the WJ-I. Kerr truck to convey his team to and from the diflerent shows. he preferring it to others because of its amny ad- vantages and its competent driver, Mr. Howard Kerr. Many will join in con- gratulating Howard on the business he has won with his truck through his popularity and competency. We also congratulate Mr. Patterson on his suc- cess with his team. Carl, of Normanby, were welcome vis- itors at the home of Jacob Weber on Sunday. Mr. Neil McLean of Priceville and his training in the Fergus Hospital, vis- ited at the home of Jos. Reay on Sun- day. Mrs. Ferguson and Mrs. Reay of Han- over.‘are at the Donnelly home here. (Our Ownv 'Correjéoo'ndeizt) Allan Park and son. Crawford United church Christmas Tree will be on December 20. A good programme is being prepared. Boyce; christain steward, and financial sec., Mrs. Alex MacDonald; press sec., Florence MacDonald; auditors and or- ganists, Misses Myrtle, and Florence MacDonald; convenors, Mrs. Jas. Mc- Dougall, Mrs. Edgar Boyce. Mrs. Heen- ey, Mrs. Alex MacDonald. After the meeting closed the hostess and as- sistants served a dainty lunch. Y. P. S. meeting held in the church Thursday evening, was well attended. The devotional and business part was presided over by the vice-president Mrs. K. McCaslin. Mr. Alex McDonald tak- ing charge of ‘the program. The topic was taken by Mrs. Geo. Hastie. Miss Florence MacDonald read a Christ- mas story, Mr. G. D. MacDonald also spoke a short time on “What Christ- mas means”. Delightful violin and ham music was given by Messrs. Ali. and Richard Bailey, and W. Kaufman. A sweet solo was sung by Mrs. Wilfred Wright. This completed a fine program. While working in the gravel pit one day last week, a chunk of earth fell down on Mr. Wm. McMillan’s leg, in- juring that member badly. He was tak- en home in a car and latest reports state he is going around: On Saturday night last, Mr. Neil Alex McQueen, of Boothville, 6 miles south west of here, had the misfortune to lose his fine barn that was only built 9 years ago, by fire. He was doing his evening chores and went up into the mow to put down feed, coming down the ladder he fell, and the lantern fell from his hand, breaking its glass, and spilling the flaming oil in all direc- tions. His son, Charles, who was near by came to his rescue and together they tried to put out the fire. They had it under control and Charles went to get more help, on Opening the barn door the draft fanned the flames anew . Shooting to the top of the barn, the whole building was soon a mass of flames. The live stock, with the execep- tion of a few hens, was saved, but the building and contents was totally des- troyed. Crawford (Our Own Correspondent) The annual meeting of the W.M.S. was held on the 30th of November, at the home of Mrs. A. McDougall. The at- tendance numbered 14. One verse of "What a friend we have in Jesus” and the Lord’s prayer opened the meeting. The Scripture readings were given by Mrs. A. McDonald and Miss Myrtle MacDonald. Miss Hobkirk then took charge of the meeting. Interesting re- ports of the Sectional Meeting. held at Durham this fall. were given by Mrs. Heeney and Miss Mary McGillivray. A chapter of the study book “People of Canada" was well taken by Mrs. Jas. McDougall. A solo was sung by Mrs. Andrew Hastle. The various reports of the officers for the past year were giv- en. Mrs. Heeney presided over the elec- tion of officers for 1933. which resulted as follows: Hon. pres. Mrs. Heeney; pres., Miss Lynne Fisher; lst vice, Miss Hobkirk, 2nd vice. Mrs. George Fisher; sec., Mrs. Jas. Com); strangers’ sec., Mrs. D. J. McDonald; Miss. Month sec., Miss Tena Livingstone; supply treas., Mrs. Jas. McDougall ass. sec., Mrs. Mr. Earl Matthews met with an acci- dent while working in the bush. A tree fell on him, resulting in a cut in his head requiring the doctor’s care. The 'teachcr, Mr. Reuber of 8.8. No. 2, is preparing for a Christmas concert, to be held in the school on Thursday afternoon, December 22. Holstein North (Our Own Correspondent) Rev. Allison of Hanover, conducted the service in the St. Paul’s Church on Sunday in the absence of Rev. Billings- ley, who officiated in Hanover. Mr. Horace Aylott, is at present en- gaged at the home or Mr. Thos. Wilson. Congratulations to Mr. Robert Wil- son, who is being married on Satur- day, December 17. Mr. and Mrs. .135. Johnson, visited Sunday at the home of Mr. John Nel- has put on forty or fifty pounds, she goes on the gold standard. Miss Gladys Carmount, visited Bun- day with Miss Sadie Davis. (Our Own Correspondent) Keep in mind that the WMB. and the Willing Helpers meeting is to he held this Friday, December 16, in the Hall. This is th annual meeting and a good attendance is requested. Mr. Colin McLean, and daughter, Nellie, visited last week with Mr. and Mrs. Neil Norman, Dundalk. Mr. C. E. Hincks, Mr .and Mrs. Chas. Tucker, spent the week-end at their home here. The scholars and their teachers are busy practising for their Sunday School entertainment to be held in the Hall on December 23. Mrs. Tom McDougall returned home after spending a week in Toronto. THE DURHAM CHRONICLE anewone. Kingston debaters have decided thnt amhmoreuaefultoammthma wife.-probublybearmginm1ndwhena car beetngto show signs of m it canbetumedinasmrtptymentfor Mr. A. Benton delivered a truck load of Christmas trees in Toronto for Mr. T. D. Brown on Saturday last. Mr. and Mrs. Calmon and daughter returned to their home on Wednesday after spending a month with Dr. and Mrs. Mountain. Sympathy is extended to Mrs. J. D. Drimmie in the loss by death of her The Mission Band met at the manse last Saturday. The newly elected officers for 1933 are: President, Laura Hender- son; Vice-President, Dorothy McNaulty; The sympathy of this community goes out at this time to Mr. and Mrs. Neil A. McQueen and son, who lost their barn by fire on Saturday evening. Mrs. M. Whyte returned to her home this week after spending a couple of weeks with Mr. and Mrs. John Bunston. Glad to report Mr. Bunston is recover- ing after his serious illness. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Bunston on the arrival of a baby girl. 8.8. No. 13 will hold their concert in Russell Hall, Dromore, on December 22 at 8 p.m.. The annual meeting of the W.M.S. of the United church was held on Tuesday last. Mrs. Mather, the president, was in the chair. After the usual devotional periOd and business was attended to Mrs. N. McGuire gave the last chapter in the study book, Korea, Land of the Dawn. The election of officers for 1933 was presided over by Rev. Mr. Mercer. The following are the ofiicers: Presi- dent, Mrs. J. Mathr; lst Vice-President, Mrs. W. H. Rogers; 2nd Vice-President, Mrs. R. F. Mercer; Recording Secretary, Mrs. Hostetter; Treasurer, Mrs. J. Ste- venson; Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. W. Rife; Stewardship Secretary, Mrs. E. Thorne; Stranger Secretary, Mrs. R. Irvin; Temperance Secretary, Mrs. JD. Roberts; Supply Secretary, Mrs. A. Hunter; Associate Helpers’ Secretary, Mrs. A. Haas; Missionary Monthly Sec- retary, Mrs. N. McGuire; Press Secre- tary, Mrs. Hostetter; Y.W. Circle Sup- erintendent, Mrs. R. Haas: Mission Bd. Superintendent. Miss Stevenson; Asst. M.B. Superintendent, Mrs. C. Fenton; Organist, Mrs. McGuire; Auditors, Mrs. E. Thorne and Mrs. A. Main. onto, spent the week-end at her home A social was held on Friday evening in the Presbyterian church under the auspices of the Y. W. Circle. A very fine program was put on by the girls, consisting of a play, choruses, instru- mental music. duet, readings, etc., Mr. Alex Aitken was chairman. Lunch was served at the close of the program. Word has been received here that a former citizen, Mrs. Mary Ross, had passed away on Sunday morning in De- troit, where she had made her home for the past three years. She was very well known here, having lived in the vil- lage for a number of years and was very highly respected. Her many friends will regret her death. Although an in- valid for many years she was a cheerful patient and never complained. The body is being brought from Detroit here and the funeral will take place from the Presbyterian church on Tuesday after- noon at 2 o'clock. Interment will be in Mount Forest cemetery. (Our Own Correspondent) Miss Dorothy Taylor spent the week- end at her home. , The congregations of the Fairbairn and Holstein Presbyterian churches met on Thursday evening last and decided to extend a call to Rev. Mr. Aitkens of Toronto for the winter months. A meeting of the Women’s Institute took place on Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Thorne. Mrs. Hastie, the president, was in the chair. A good programme was given and several items of business attended to. Lunch was served and a social time enjoyed. The Y. W. Circle of the United church, entertained on Saturday after- noon the Y. W. Circle of the Presby- terian church. Miss Stevenson addres- sed the meeting after which tea was served and a very enjoyable time was spent. Lorne Eccles. Mrs. Honeyman wishes the children to hand in their mite boxes before the end of December. Mr. Andrew McMullen was in Dray- ton on Sunday, occupying the pulpit of the Presbyterian church there. Mrs. Nolan Rounding of is visiting her parents, Mr. Rev. Mr. Kennedy, of McLeod, Al- berta, preached in the Presbyterian church here on Sunday. The Sunday school entertainment and Christmas Tree for the United church, will be held' on Friday, December 23. Nomination Day is being held this year on Friday, December 23, so as not to interfere with Christmas. Mr. Bert Ecclea spent Friday last in v (Our Own Correspondent) Miss Matilda. Christie, Reg. N. Tor- Dromore (Our Own Correspondent) About twenty Wmetotthe home of Mrs. W. J. Cook. where the Institute was held lost Thu-adey. The minutes or last meeting were read and «looted. The relief committee renal-ted their Traverston ‘Wul!mhueltohct ml for? I can’t my my um" “Then my mun, be thankful not one citric-am} My. MI].