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[Welland Tribune October 31 1964]
Salem-Mr and Mrs Nestorovich of Wellandport RR 1, celebrated the 40th wedding anniversary at Wellandport Community Hall. Saturday evening. Their three daughters and son were hosts and over 60 guests were present
They were marrired in Poland in 1924. The groom’s brothers John from Toronto and Nick from Beamsville and a cousin John Nestorovich from Toronto.
Mr and Mrs Nestorovich had four daughters. Mary, Mrs Wm Kerniky, Nellie, Mrs Gordon Cavers, Katy, Ms Howard Climenhaga, Pauline, who predeceased them, and one son John at home. There are also seven grandchildren.
The table was decorated with a wedding cake in the centre with two tapers in silver candle holders and red and white carnations. A number of beautiful gifts were received. After the wedding supper, dancing was enjoyed by all.
Friends and relatives were present from Toronto, Welland, Niagara Falls, Buffalo, Fenwick, St Anns, Beamsville and Wainfleet.
Mr and Mrs Howard Climenhaga held a surprise birthday party in honor of their little daughter Pamela at the home of her grandparents. Mr and Mrs Nestorovich.
Present were Sandra Stayzer, Cathy Stayzer, Eleanor Costello, Julie Coverdale, Susan Hayward, Judy Stayzer, Dorothy Henderson, Mark ad Miles Climenhaga. A number of gifts were received. Friends assisted Pamela in opening her gifts.
Personals
Mr Nick Nestorovich, daughter and son from Beamsville spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs John Nestorovich.
Mr and Mrs Irvin Holmes of Welland were recent supper guests of Mrs C.E. Strawn.
Mrs C.E. Strawn spent last week at Toronto the guest of Mr and Mrs Clifford Hansler, also visited at Orangeville with Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler.
Mr and Mrs Clifford Hansler of Toronto visited friends and relatives in the neighborhood over the weekend.
Salem UCW bazaar and hot beef supper will be held Nov 4. The bazaar is at 3p.m. and supper from 5.30 to 7.30 in the church basement.
The UCW will meet at Mrs Gavin Henderson’s Nov 10.
[Treasured Recipes Emmanuel United Church Wellandport, Ont]
(Original date of Source unknown. This transcription submitted by “S”)
The actual beginning of the church in the vicinity of Wellandport,(then known as the Narrows) is not known as the first records were destroyed by fire. However, it is known that the first Wesleyan Methodist Church was a log building built on lot2, Concession 1. It was sometimes known as the Log Jail.
In 1836 the people decided they needed a new church, so they built a long frame building on the Leonard Heaslip farm about one mile west of the village. All that remains to mark the spot is the neglected cemetery on the hill above Chippewa Creek. It was behind the church. The church building served until 1884. Many years later the buildding was purchased by Wm. Gilmore and moved to his farm to be used as a barn. It still stands on Mrs Gilmore’s farm, now (Mrs H. Melick) west of the village. A few communion cards and relics from this church still exist.
The present United Church was built in 1884, a frame structure with no basement. The first minister was Rev. Henry A. Cook.
In 1911 a need for more room was felt, so the church was raised and a basement added. The concrete blocks used were purchased in Dunnville and delivered by tug boat and scow through the old Feeder Canal to Welland, through the Welland Canal to the Chippewa Creek or Welland River as it is known, then up the river to Wellandport to be unloaded at the foot of Welland St. They were then taken to the church by horse and wagon.
A subscription was taken to buy a bell for the steeple. Not enough money was raised so John L. Heaslip, then Post Master contributed the rest so his name was inscribed on the bell. Three of the stained glass windows were donated by J.A. Coleman. At this time Rev. W. L. Davidson was minister, serving four appointments, Silverdale, Centenary,Salem and Wellandport.
In 1948 the brick Presbyterian church was condemned as unsafe and was torn down. Some of the congregation joined the United Church. The seats and pulpit were purchased by the United Church. Rev L.C. McRoberts was the minister at that time.
In 1925 the Church became a United Church of Canada. The minister at that time was Rev Cliff McLelland. When the church celebrated its 75th Anniversary of the present building in 1959 Lay Minister Edward Hale was in charge.
In years past there were always three or four churches in the circuit. Some of them were Attercliffe, Elcho, Bethel, Silverdale and Salem.
In 1968 another Amalgamation took place uniting Salem and Zion with Wellandport. The name of the church was then changed to Emmanuel United Church. The minister in charge is the present minister Rev Bert Ball.
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada 1975 many renovations were made in the church and the school room.
Counting from the beginning of this church on the Heaslip farm. The church is 139 years old this year and who knows how long the log church was used and perhaps there was a circuit rider before that. Who Knows?
[Welland Tribune December 1942]
The sewing circle of Bethel United Church, met at the home of Mrs Roy Overholt on Wednesday with fourteen ladies attending. The day was spent sewing and knitting for the Red Cross Society. Three boys shirts were finished and six pair of trousers. They also were sewing on ten hospital gowns for men. The ladies have been making sheets and pillow cases, and a number of them were brought in finished ready to return to the Red Cross rooms at Smithville. A pot luck dinner was enjoyed at noon to which each lady contributed, The collection was received by Mrs Amos Beamer. The Circle will meet again after the Christmas season.
Mrs William Butler is confined to her home under the doctor’s care.
Mr Roy Robbins and daughter Myrla of Elmira spent the weekend with the former’s mother, Mrs Tillia Robbins.
John R. Tait, Stoker 1, stationed at Halifax, N,S. Arrived home this week to spend the Christmas season with his wife and children, Patricia and Bobby,
Mr and Mrs Stuart Hill and son Charles and Mr and Mrs Arthur Dilts, all of Ridgeville, were recent guests of the former’s parents, Mr and Mrs James Hill and family.
William J, Anderson called on his uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs Nelson Chadwick at Wellandport.
BOYLE and VICINITY
[Welland Tribune October 1942]
Mr and Mrs Penrose Steward and family of Hamilton and Mr and Mrs Fred Schwoob and son Jimmy of Niagara Falls, N.Y. spent thanksgiving day with Mr and Mrs Joseph W, Schwoob.
Miss Marian Hill spent a few days with her aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs Gordon Robbins and family Niagara Falls,
Mr and Mrs Alfred Chessel and daughter Doris of Fonthill were recent guests of the latter’s sister, Miss Nellie Gracey.
Mr and Mrs Oscar Collard and daughter Jeanette of Wellandport and Sgt William Schwoob and Mrs Schwoob and children Gordon and Joyce of Hamilton were recent guests of Mr and Mrs Joseph Schwoob
Mrs James Hill and Mrs Clifford Hill spent Tuesday at St Catharines.
Mr and Mrs Wm. E. Anderson and Mrs Leonard E. Cocks of Fenwick spent Thursday at Welland.
Mr and Mrs John Swayze and Miss Francis Ulman of St Catharines spent Sunday with their parents, Mr and Mrs Henry Ulman and family. Mrs Ulman is still confined t her room through illness under doctor’s care.
Rev G. J. Comfort and Mrs Comfort and son John of Dunnville spent Friday with Mr and Mrs Pail A, Comfort and family.
Mrs John Henderson and granddaughter Patsy Henderson of Wellandport and Mr and Mrs Wm J, Anderson called on Mrs Henry Ulman and family on Sunday.
Pte Clifford Misener has been transferred fro the camp at Brantford to Petawawa.
Miss Lelia Hill of Welland spent the weekend with her parents, Mr and Mrs James Hill.
[Welland Tribune 1943]
The Women’s Association of Bethel United Church met at the home of Mrs Amos Beamer on Wednesday afternoon with a large attendance. The president, Mrs Wm J, Anderson called the meeting to order and hymn “Blessed Assurance”was sung with Mrs Will Graham presiding at the piano, Mrs H.S. Fiddes led in prayer. The scripture lesson, Psalm 43 was read by Mrs Leonard E. Cocks. Following Hymn “I Believe” reports were give by Mrs Wm Cutler, who recorded the minutes for the secretary Mrs Beamer, and the treasurer’s report was given by Mrs Gordon J. Robbins. The travelling basket was returned to the Society by Mrs Wm Cutler, and the treasurer Mrs Gordon J, Robbins reported the sum of $9.00 was received and the register recorded forty ladies had contributed to same. It was decided to have a penny drive for the remainder of the year, when Mrs John Tait and Mrs Wm Graham were chosen for captains of the team.
Mrs Wm Graham invited ladies to hold their next meeting at her home on August 18th. Mrs Jack Pearl will read the Scripture lesson and Mrs John Gracey will select the hymns. The hostess is to be assisted by Mrs Amos Beamer.
A short program was enjoyed. A recitation “Until I Tried” was given by Shirley Robbins. A piano solo by Wray Beamer, and a reading “Somewhere There’s a Way” was given by Mrs Gordon J. Robbins. Hymn “My Saviour First of All” was sung.
The meeting closed by singing the National Anthem and prayer.
Refreshments were served by the hostess Mrs A, Beamer assisted by Mrs Gordon J, Robbins and Mrs W, J. Anderson. A social half hour as enjoyed.
Mr and Mrs Gordon Robins of Niagara Falls were Sunday guests of the latter’s brother John Hill and Mr and Mrs Wm J, Anderson,
[Welland Tribune January 1956]
The young people of the Bethel church, held their eeting on Friday evening, in the church, with the president, Miss Gwen Lane in charge. After the regular service, Miss Lane conducted the re-organization. The new officers are: President, Miss Marilyn Whelan; vice-president, Miss Illa Burkley; Secretary. Miss Lorraine Gracey; treasurer, Mr Clifford Gracey. One missionary meeting is to be held each month, with Mr Fred Barwell in charge. Pianist, Miss Bessie Musclow; Social Committee, Miss Marilyn Whelan, Miss Lorna Lane, Miss Barbara Lane and Mr Ross Traver; Auditors, Miss Illa Burkley and Miss Gwen Lane.
BOYLE
[Welland Tribune March 1956]
Mr and Mrs Wm. Heaslip Jr; attended the Bennick-Siderius wedding held in the Dutch church, at Wellandport on Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs John Blanchard and son, at Fenwick.
Mr and Mrs Wm E, Heaslip and Mr and Mrs Wm Heaslip Jr. And family, were dinner guests on Sunday evening, of Mr and Mrs Murray Hill and Jerry.
Mr and Mrs J. Tait of Fenwick visited Mrs Wm. Cutler and Mrs J, Hill on Wednesday.
Bethel W.A. held all day quilting at the home of Mrs E, Haggerty, on Thursday.
BOYLE
[Welland Tribune November 1955]
The Ladies Aid of Bethel Church held their October meeting on Wednesday afternoon, in the church
Mrs Amos Beamer conducted the meeting, and opened with a hymn, followed by prayer, Mrs Clifford Lane read the scripture The hymns sang were chosen by Mrs Cyril Horton.
Mrs Gordon Robins gave a secretary report. In the absence of the treasurer, Mrs Gee, Mrs Leonard Cocks gave that report.
“Thank you” cards were read from Mrs Earl Misener. Mr Roy Overholt. Mrs Pearl and Mrs A. Beamer. The visiting committee making two visits last month. Mrs Cameron Hill, one of the visiting committee, asked to be replaced by some one else. Mrs Leonard Cocks offered to take her place for the rest of the year.
Business left from last month was discussed and mostly finished. Mrs Roy Overholt offered the Aid patches for a quilt top, if the Aid cared to make them up as she has sale for the quilt if it is finished before Christmas, which the Aid very gratefully accepted. Mrs Leonard Cocks invited the ladies to her home on Tuesday, to work on the top, and to come in the morning with a pot luck dinner at noon.
Mrs Wm. Anderson gave a reading”The Food We Ear”
A hymn and the mizpah benediction closed the meeting.
Mrs Roy Overholt and Mrs Gordon Robins were hostesses and served a very dainty lunch. Mrs Cocks on behalf of the Aid thanked the committee..
By Judy Bernet, Interpreter Chippawa Creek Conservation Area
Officially opened in 1969, the Chippawa Creek Conservation Area serves as an area where visitors can come to picnic, camp, boat, swim, fish, or just relax. The woodlands, fields, hedgerows, ponds, and marshy areas attract an abundance of wildlife Forest and wildlife management programmes are carried out by the Authority. The Conservation Authority also organizes summer conservation camps here for children, as well as the annual canoe rally
Who would believe that one hundred years ago the Chippawa Creek Conservation Area was completely covered with trees? Settlers cleared away the forest, and began cultivating the soil for crops. The river was crystal clear and teeming with fish, which the settlers used for food. At this time also, the nearby village of Wellandport was a thriving lumber centre and was becoming an inland port. The first settlers in this area arrived in 1795, at a place they called “The Narrows”. Between Chippawa Creek and Beaver Creek. “Chippawa” came from an indian word meaning “people without moccasins”.The Dils family were among the first settlers to clear the land and build their homes. The lake at the conservation area reflects their name. Few of the original buildings are left in the village due to two major fires; one on January 2, 1882 and another on August 24, 1910. In 1816 the first sawmill was built, and by 1820 a grist mill, distillery and a tannery were in operation The first general store opened, offering goods from Niagara Falls and Buffalo.
From 1861 to 1865 the village population was nearly doubled by Americans avoiding the Civil War army service. One hundred and thirty years ago, with a population of about three hundred, it was hoped that the town would be declared the county town for County Monck, but the removal of the forests changed the sparkle of the village. The population has now decreased to two hundred. At one time there were three churches, well filled each Sunday. And four hotels served the needs of travellers. Now there are two churches and no hotels.
Living was good then and inexpensive, with whiskey at 31c a gallon and rum, gin, and brandy at $1.50 a gallon. Eggs were 10c a dozen and butter was 12c a pound.
The first bridge was west of the present site, and was a float bridge of pine logs. The abutments seen to the east of the present bridge are from a bridge built in 1863 for $10,000 and sold in 1938 for $100 when the present bridge was built. Originally logs were hauled to the river in winter and when open water came, were rafted down the river. In winter the river formed a natural road for sleighs. The river used to allow boats drawing eight to ten feet of water to pass, whereas now it is hardly safe for motorboats. The level is low today because of water being drawn off by the hydro canal. Pilings from docks built a century ago are often visible. Beaver Creek, where beavers once built dams, is now dry and overgrown in summer. In 1841 three large boats came up the river from Buffalo to take the lumber away. Being the first boats up the river, it was a great event and the public turned out to watch. On the voyage up, all bridges had to be removed. On seeing the boats land at the dock someone suggested the village should be called Wellandport; the “Welland” portion of the name coming from a village in England. The last boat of any size to navigate this part of the river was a medicine show boat in 1912 whose destination was the fairground. Fairs were held continuously from 1870 to 1942.
Talbot Road, now Canboro Road, built in 1840, was the direct route from Niagara Falls to Windsor. The main street of Wellandport was very busy, especially in summer when carts were axle deep in mud.
Back in 1912 there was abundant natural gas, lighting the streets from gas lamps on posts. Now only two people have gas, those who own the well and the person who’s property the well is on.
The major contribution to history by the village of Wellandport occurred on the farm of J.D. Fulsom. Here was the first place in Canada where lucerne or alfalfa was grown. This important plant was brought from Germany by Dr Collver, a medical doctor interested in farming.
While visiting the Wellandport area this summer why not take advantage of the guided nature hikes and special educational programmes at the Chippawa Creek Conservation Area. Look for the interpreter’s schedule which is posted throughout the area.
Participate and enjoy.
[Welland Tribune February 20, 1945]
Boyle, Feb 20-Mr and Mrs Harry Gracey, Niagara Falls, were recent guests of the latter’s father, Thomas Freure and Mrs Freure.
Mr and Mrs George Henderson spent Monday at Smithville.
Mr and Mrs William Cutler spent Thursday at Welland.
Mr and Mrs William J, Anderson called on the latter’s sister, Mrs Leonard E. Cocks and sons, Ralph and Howard at Fenwick on Thursday.
The Sewing Circle of Bethel United church held a quilting recently at the home of Mrs John Tait, The quilt will be donated to the Red Cross Society at Smithville.
Mr and Mrs William E, Heaslip, son, Billy, daughter Miss Jean Heaslip, and Mr and Mrs William Cutler were recent guests of their brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Judson Jamieson, daughter, Helen and the latter’s mother, Mrs Phoebe Heaslip.
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer spent Monday at Welland.
Mrs Ethel Howell of Hamilton was recent guest of her father, Emery Gee, and Mr and Mrs Clifford Gee and daughters, Julia and Dorothy.
Miss Edna Hoddgkins and Mrs Charles Gee , Wellandport, spent Monday at Hamilton.
Reeve William E. Heaslip attended the Good Road convention at Toronto recently.
Charles Freure and son Gerald of Wellandport spent Sunday afternoon with the former’s father, Thomas Freure and Mrs Freure.
Mr and Mrs William Heaslip spent Friday at Tonawanda, N.Y. visiting the latter’s father Selkirk Robins, and other relatives there.
The pupils of S.S. No 5 enjoyed a Valentine party on Wednesday afternoon at the school, under the direction of their teacher, Mrs Lillian Prentice.
Miss Lelia Hill of Welland spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs James Hill.
Mr and Mrs Everett Gracey have received word from their son, Gnr, Kenneth Gracey, that he has arrived safely overseas.
Mr and Mrs Arnold Reid, Wainfleet, were Sunday guests of the latter’s parents, Mr and Mrs James Hill.
Mr and Mrs Andrew McKeachie were recent guests of the latter’s parents at Vineland Station
George Henderson, Leo Pompolio and Mrs L. Longbottom spent Saturday at St Catharines.
Mr and Mrs Charles Gee, Wellandport, were recent guests of the former’s brother and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Clifford Gee and their father, Emery Gee.
Mrs Gordon J. Robins called on Mrs Leonard E. Cocks and sons Ralph and Howard at Fenwick recently.
The Sewing Circle of Bethel United church met at the home of Mrs William Heaslip on Wednesday Feb 7-A busy day was spent sewing children’s garments and other Red Cross supplies. A pot luck dinner was enjoyed at noon and the collection was received by Mrs Roy E. Overholt.
The Women’s Association of Bethel United church are planning to meet at the home of Mrs William Cutler on Wednesday for their regular meeting.
John Hill called on his brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Cameron Reece and Mr and Mrs Charles Gee at Wellandport recently.
Mrs Lillian Prentice and daughter Shirley spent Saturday afternoon at Welandport.
Mrs Charles Gee called on her cousin Mrs Leonard E. Cocks, and sons Ralph and Howard at Fenwick on Wednesday.
The sympathy of this community is extended to Mrs Issac Lampman whose sister, Miss Ella Alice Moore, passed away on Friday, Feb 16th, Deceased has resided with her sister and Mr Lampman for a number of years. She was in her 78th year.
[Welland Tribune January 30, 1945]
Boyle, Jan 30-Mrs Murray B. Misener was the guest of her mother, Mrs C. Moote at Welland over the weekend.
George Henderson spent Saturday at St Catharines.
John Comfort of Dunnville was a recent guest of his brother and sister-in-law, Mr and Mrs Paul A. Comfort.
Mr and Mrs Harry Gracey of Niagara Falls spent Sunday with the latter’s father, Thomas Freure and Mrs Freure.
Mrs Wm J. Anderson visited her sister, Mrs Leonard E, Cocks, and infant son at Welland County General hospital on Friday.
Leighton Vaughan and his sister-in-law, Mrs Merritt Vaughan of Highway 20, visited the former’s wife and infant son at Welland County General hospital on Saturday.
Friends of Emerson Horton will be glad to learn his condition is improving.
Mrs Roy E. Overholt, Mrs Wm Cutler, Mrs Gordon J. Robins, Mrs John Tait, Mrs Blake Robins and Mrs Norval Lampman attended the sewing circle at the home of Mrs Murray B. Misener on Thursday which was held in aid of the Red Cross Society.
Mr and Mrs Wm J, Anderson called on the latter’s brother-in-law and sister. Mr and Mrs Leonard E. Cocks at Fenwick on Saturday.
Mrs Leighton Vaughan of Elcho spent a couple of weeks with her brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Merritt Vaughan, Highway 20.
Mrs M. Vaughan called on Mrs Leonard E. Cocks at Welland County General hospital on Saturday.
Stoker First Class John Tait, RC.N.V.R., is spending a leave with his wife, Mrs Tait and children, Patricia, Bobby and Brian.
[Welland Tribune January 20, 1945]
Boyle, Jan 20-The sewing Circle of Bethel United church held its first meeting at the home of Mrs William Cutler on Thursday with 11 present. A pot-luck dinner was enjoyed at noon and the Red Cross collection was taken by Mrs Roy E. Overholt. Mrs Murray B Misener invited the ladies to meet at her home for their next meeting.
Mr and Mrs Jack Pearl spent Monday in Welland.
Mrs William J Anderson called on her brother-in-law and sister. Mr and Mrs Leonard E, Cocks at Fenwick recently.
Miss Edith Williams is confined to her home with the mumps.
Cpt. Alfred Williams, who is enjoying a month’s leave following his return from overseas, spent a few days this week with his father, Norman Williams and Mrs Williams at Fonthill.
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer and son, Wray, and Mrs Wm J. Anderson spent Monday last at Welland.
Mrs Lillian Prentice, teacher at S.S. No 5, is confined to her home suffering from chicken pox, Owing to the snow-blocked roads in this vicinity S.S. No 5 is still closed.
John Hill called on his brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Cameron Reece, and Mr and Mrs Charles Gee at Wellandport recently.
Andrew McKeachie is spending this week at St Catharines.
Mrs Lillian Prentice and daughter, Shirley, have the former’s mother from Cornwall as their guest.
Mr and Mrs William Cutler called on relatives at Welland recently.
Leonard E, Cocks of Fenwick visited his wife and infant son at Welland County General hospital on Tuesday.
Mr and Mrs Henry Ulman and family spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs John Swayze and daughter at Elcho.
Mrs Robert Patterson and infant of Merritton are visiting the former’s sister-in-law, Mrs John Tait and family.
Robert Patterson of the navy has returned to his base after visiting his father, James Patterson, here.
Mr and Mrs William Cutler spent Friday at Welland.
Ralph Cocks is visiting Mr and Mrs Richard Watts and family at Fenwick this week
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer, son, Wray and Mrs Wm J, Anderson spent Friday at Welland..
[Welland Telegraph November 22, 1941]
Boyle Nov 22- The Women’s Association of the Bethel United Church was held at the home of …….
on Wednesday afternoon with a large attendance of members and visitors. The president, Mrs Wm J. Anderson presided. The scripture lesson was read by Mrs Jack Pearl. The secretary, Mrs William Cutler and the treasurer, Mrs Gordon Robbins gave their reports. Christmas boxes were sent to five soldier boys from this community who are serving overseas.
Cards of thanks were read by the president, Mrs Emery Gee and Mrs Clarence Beamer.
It was decided to wait until after Christmas to upholster the furniture for the church. A committee comprising Mrs Gordon Robbins, Mrs Chester Lambert and Mrs Amos Beamer was appointed to purchase material for it.
The members of the Association were asked by Mrs Cutler, superintendent of the Sunday school to help provide and serve the Christmas supper to the pupils of the Sunday school. A short program is being arranged, and a collection is being arranged to help defray the expenses.
It was decided to have an exchange of Christmas gifts (not worth more than 25c) at the next meeting which will be held early in December. The reorganization of the society will also be held, withRev H.S. Fiddes, pastor in charge.
The ladies decided to continue the Red Cross Work in connection with the Association, It is working under the Smithville Branch of the Red Cross Society with Mrs William Graham and Mrs Chester Lambert as keyladies.
The afternoon was spent quilting for the Red Cross, another quilt being completed, Mrs Amos Beamer invited the ladies to meet at her home next Thursday for an all day quilting, with a pot luck dinner to be served at noon.
A luncheon cloth donated by a friend to the Red Cross Society was on display. Tickets were sold on it and $4.10 was added to the funds. The lucky ticket was drawn by little Stanley Vaughan and Mrs Murray B. Misener won the cloth.
An interesting paper was read by Miss Marian Hill on the history of Candesville 66 years ago. Miss Hill who is a student at Pelham Continuation School, was awarded first prize on her paper. Candesville, she stated is situated is on the north side of Chippawa Creek and is about one mile south of Boyle. Sixty-five years ago there were two stores, two blacksmith shops, and ash pit and a large plant where bricks were made from clay off the banks of the creek. Logs were rafted down the creek and drawn by horses or oxen to the saw mill at this point. It was a very industrious spot but today it comprises of just a few farms and dwellings.
The meeting was closed by singing the National Anthem and by prayer by Mrs H.S. Fiddes.
Lunch was served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs Chester Lambert, Mrs Amos Beamer and Mrs Wm J. Anderson.
Personals
Mr and Mrs Gordon Robbins of Niagara Falls were Sunday guests of the latter’s brother and sister-in-law, Mr and Mrs James Hill and family.
Mr and Mrs Charles Patterson of St Davids spent Sunday with the latter’s parents, Mr and Mrs William Butler.
Roy Robbins and son Ralph of Elmira were recent guests of the former’s mother, Mrs Tillie Robbins.
Mr and Mrs Neil McMullan of St Catharines spent the weekend with the latter’s parents, Mr and Mrs Isaac Graham.
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer and son Wray spent Sunday with the latter’s cousins, Mr and Mrs Ben Baker and family at Welland.
Miss Nellie Gracey has accepted a position at Welland.
Mr and Mrs Edgar Book of Fenwick spent Monday with Mr and Mrs Sidney Heaslip.
L.A.C. William Schwoob of the R.C.A.F. has been transferred from Hagersville to Mountain View, He left on Saturday accompanied by Mrs Schwoob and children, Gordon and Joyce.
Mrs Tillie Robbins spent Monday with Mr and Mrs Nelles Heaslip. Mr Heaslip is convalescing at his home following a severe heart attack.
Mr and Mrs William Graham spent Tuesday in Welland.
Mr and Mrs William Heaslip and son Billy and daughter Jean attended the family dinner at Tonawanda, N.Y. in honor of the latter’s father Selkirk Robbins, who celebrated his birthday. Twenty-six guests were present.
Mrs Amos Beamer spent Tuesday with Mrs Roy Oveholt, The afternoon was spent in serving for the Red Cross Society,
Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Emery Gee included Mr and Mrs George Barry and daughter Geneva of Hamilton, Mr and Mrs Emery Gee Jr and daughter Pat of Toronto, Mr and Mrs Clifford Gee and daughters Julia and Dorothy of Highway 20 and Mr and Mrs Charles Gee of Wellandport.
Mr and Mrs Bill Sunday of Dunnville spent the weekend with the latte’;s parents, Mr and Mrs Isaac Graham and son Alec.
Mrs Amos Beamer and Mrs Wm J Anderson called on Mrs Leonard E, Cocks at Smithville on Monday.
Mr and Mrs William Heaslip and son Billy and daughter Jean and Bing Willson spent Sunday with the former’s parents Mr and Mrs Nelles Heaslip
Miss Lelia Hill of Welland spent Wednesday with her parents, Mr and Mrs James Hill
Mrs Stella Kramer and son Jimmy and Miss Ruby Robbins of Niagara Falls spent Wednesday with their aunt and uncle, Mr and Mrs James Hill.
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