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[Welland Tribune January 13, 1947]
“Open House” was held after 3 o’clock yesterday afternoon at the home of Mr. And Mrs Cecil McPherson of Wellandport, who were celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary. During the afternoon holy communion was observed for the guests.
Mr. and Mrs McPherson went through the wedding ceremony, with Rev. McRoberts officiating.
Henry Jupe acted as best man and the bridesmaid was Mrs John Cosby.
Friends and neighbours and members of the Wellandport United church presented the couple with a tri-light lamp, with the pastor making the presentation.
A buffet lunch was served, and Miss Ada Coleman of Wellandport and Mrs. J. H. Reaker of Welland poured tea throughout the afternoon. Mr McRoberts proposed the toast to the bride and groom of 60 years ago. Ridgeville, Fonthill and local points called to extend felicitations. Centering the tea table was a wedding cake, the gift of Dr. And Mrs Crick of Toronto. The happy couple were the recipients of many flowers and congatulatory notes.
Life-long residents of Gainsborough township, Mr and Mrs McPherson had been members of Wellandport United church for over 30 years. Mr McPherson retired from farming 32 years ago.
Mr. and Mrs. McPherson entertained on Saturday at a dinner for close friends. Among those present were Mr. And Mrs John Cosby, St Anns; Mr and Mrs John Barwell and Fred Barwell, Mr and Mrs Henry Jupe, Mr and Mrs Herb Dawdy and Rev. McRoberts, Wellandport; and Mrs J.H. Reaker of Welland. Mr McRoberts acted as chairman during the dinner.
The guests presented Mrs McPherson with a basket of carnations. Mr and Mrs Dawdy entertained with singing and music.
Salem, March 21-Salem United church services on Sunday were conducted by Rev J, Hampson. Next week Sunday school will be at two o’clock, church at three o’clock.
Mr and Mrs Ted Hayward and son Leroy, were Sunday guests of Mrs Hayward’s brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Arnold Stirtzinger, Fonthill.
Mrs Clarence Willford and daughter, and Miss June Strawn were in St Catharines on Friday afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler and son Clifford were guests of their uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn on Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Willford and daughter, Barbara, visited with friends in Port Colborne on Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Jake Traver and daughter, Irene, have moved to their new home on No 3 highway.
The Trail Rangers will hold a meeting Friday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Mack Cook.
W.A. and W.M.S.
The March meeting of the W.A. and W.M.S was held at the home of Mrs Harold Gent with a good attendance. Mrs C. Strawn reported 12 calls, one plant and seven cards for the visiting committee and flower fund. Mrs E. Hayward reported eight calls. Mrs E. Swick gave the treasurer’s report with $174.17 in the bank and $12.01 cash on hand. Mrs C. Strawn offered her home for a free-will offering tea, the date to be set later. The boys’ overseas box fund was reported by Mrs M. Cook was $8.98 on hand, $3.55 coming from the collection jar at the Chippewa service station. It was decided to have lantern slides on missionary work in the Pacific on Thursday March 29th, at Salem United church. Leona Douglas of Assiniboia, Sask., was accepted as the missionary to be remembered with prayer..
[Welland Tribune December 23, 1943]
Boyle, Dec. 23-The Christmas meeting of the Women’s Association of Bethel United church was held on Tuesday afternoon at the church with a large attendance. The devotional period was conducted by the president, Mrs William J. Anderson. Christmas carols were sung, with Mrs William Graham presiding at the piano. The scripture lesson was read by Mrs Phoebe Heaslip and Rev. H.S. Fiddes led in prayer.
Reports were given by the secretary, Mrs Amos Beamer, and the treasurer, Mrs Gordon J.Robins. Cards of thanks were read by Mrs Anderson from Emery Gee and family and Mr and Mrs Charles Gee.
The mite boxes in aid of missions were gathered and the sum of $5 received. It was decided to donate $10 to missions and also give a donation toward the pastor’s salary. The penny drive with Mrs William Graham and Mrs John Tait as captains was completed this month, and the winners were Mrs William Graham and her team. A total sum of $40 was collected. The exchange of Christmas gifts was an added feature of the day which caused much merriment for all present.
Rev. H.S. Fiddes took charge of the reorganization of the society and the following officers were elected for the coming year: Mrs William J. Anderson, elected president for the fourth term with Mrs William E. Heaslip as assistant; secretary, Mrs Beamer, assistant, Mrs Clifford C. Hill; treasurer, Mrs Gordon J. Robins, assistant, Mrs Merritt Vaughan; pianist, Mrs William Graham; representative to official board, Mrs William J. Anderson; parsonage committee, Mrs William Cutler and Mrs William E. Heaslip; flower fund committee, Mrs Jack Pearl, Mrs Clifford C. Hill, Mrs Judson Jamieson and Mrs William Graham; Red Cross conveners, Mrs William J. Anderson, Mrs Jack Pearl and Mrs John Tait.
Yearly reports were given from the different departments which showed a successful year’s work had been completed. During the winter months Red Cross sewing circles and quiltings were held every Wednesday with a large attendance. An invitation was accepted from Mrs John Tait to hold a quilting at her home on Wednesday, Jan, 5, with a pot luck dinner to be served at noon.
The young people are holding their Christmas meeting at the home of Mr and Mrs James Hill on Tuesday evening, Dec 28. It was decided to hold the annual congregational business meeting of the church the same evening.
Rev. H.S. Fiddes closed the meeting with prayer. Refreshments were served by the acting hostessers Mrs William Graham, Mrs James Hill and Mrs Judson Jamieson. A social half-hour was enjoyed.
[Welland Tribune December 4, 1931]
Salem, Dec. 4- Mr and Mrs Thos. Hounslon and daughter, Joyce H. Shaffley and son, Elmo, were guests of Mrs E. Farr on Sunday.
Guests at the home of Mr and Mrs A. Chambers on Tuesday and Thursday evenings were: Mr and Mrs Levi Misener and daughter, Miss Lealey, of Niagara Falls, and Mr and Mrs B.O. Saylor and sons, George and Mack, of Port Robinson road.
Misses Edna and Margaret Strawn visited Mr and Mrs A. Chambers on Sunday afternoon.
Mr and Mrs K. Hansler and son, Clifford, and C. Hansler, visited Mr and Mrs C. Strawn and family on Sunday evening.
Misses Edna, Margaret and Irene Strawn visited Mrs. C. Chambers, and called on Mrs F. Moore on Saturday afternoon.
Mr and Mrs George Reece and daughter, Irma called on Mr and Mrs C. Chambers on Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Hampton Brown spent Friday evening with Mr and Mrs Ambrose Misener and family at Perry Station.
Mr and Mrs Hampton Brown called on Mrs C. Chambers on their way to Tillsonburg to spend the week with Mr and Mrs Harry Robbins.
Mr and Mrs Roy Chambers and family and George Chambers and Jack Hayward visited with Mr and Mrs C. Chambers and family on Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Walter Brown are spending a few days with Mrs Brown’s parents, Mr and Mrs Harry Robbins, of Tillsonburg.
Mrs George Reece spent Monday with Mr and Mrs Hewitt Brown.
Miss S. Hall motored with friends from Thorold to visit friends near Dunnville on Sunday last.
Mrs Cecil Chambers entertained a few friends to tea last Tuesday evening.
Mr and Mrs B. Ostross and daughter Vera, visited Mrs C.E Strawn and family.
Salem, Oct 2- The Salem Women’s Association and W.M.S. will hold their October meeting at home of Mrs Clarence Willford on Wednesday.
Mrs Amos Robbins, Mrs George Metler, son Donald, and Mrs Kenneth and daughter Rose Marie spent Thursday in St Catharines.
Mr and Mrs Seth Willford of Welland called on Mr and Mrs Clarence Willford on Friday.
Mr and Mrs Asa Chambers attended the fair at Ohsweken on Thursdsay.
Salem, Jan. 11- Salem United church Sunday school will be at two o’clock and church service will be at three. Kelvin Crossley and Ivan Seeman of Fenwick will speak on boys’ parliament work.
Mrs C.E. Strawn spent a couple of days at Niagara Falls with her sister, Miss Ruby Kent. She also called on Mrs Wm. Dart and Mrs H. Fester.
Mr and Mrs George Metler and family were New Year’s guests of Mr and Mrs Amos Robbins and family.
Mr and Mrs Ernest Brown and family and Mr and Mrs Jack Hayward and family were New Year’s guests of Mr and Mrs Ted Hayward and son Leroy.
Mrs C.E. Strawn has had word her nephew, Cpl. Jack Montgomery of U.S. Army in Italy has been wounded.
Salem Oct, 9-Salem United church services were conducted on Sunday by the pastor, Rev. James Hampson. At the close of the service world-wide communion was observed. Next Sunday harvest home will be celebrated at eight o’clock.
Mrs Edward Hayward spent Saturday afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs Earnest Brown and family.
Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn attended the funeral of the late Nelson Brady on Tuesday.
Toronto friends called on Mr and Mrs Harry Farr on Tuesday.
[Welland Tribune January 29, 1945]
Salem, Jan. 29-The Salem United church congregational meeting was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Ted Hayward on Jan 23rd with 24 present. Rev. J. Hampson was chairman.
The W.A. report was read by Mrs Elva Farr, showing total receipts of $299.90, with expenses to $125.38, balance of $174.52.
The church treasurer read the church report showing money received $414.41, expenses $33.18; balance $81.23 The Missionary and Maintenance fund report showed a total of $52.65 for the year. The Sunday school report was read by Mr Hampson, showing $144.22 received, $94.80 expenses, balance $49.42.
Salem sent $25.75 to Ontario Temperance Federation. The church roll was read showing 54 members a year ago. Two new members were added this year. There are 43 resident and 13 non-resident members. There were seven baptisms, three deaths and three weddings.
The report for the boys’ boxes was read by Mrs Edwin Swick showing 14 boxes sent overseas and five in Canada. Donations and weiner roast amounted 437.48; Balance on hand $4.25.
Baby band report was read by Mrs Harold Gent showing 12 charter members, eight members added during the year, six removals during the year, leaving 14 members, with $8.21 sent to Presbyterial treasurer.
The financial statement for the Women’s Missionary Society was read by Mrs Elva Farr showing $50 sent to Presbyterial treasurer, an increase of $20 over 1943.
J.V. Henderson was elected elder. John Blanchard and Charles Bailey were elected stewards for two years. The following ushers were appointed: Jake Traver, Harold Bailey, George Cook and Leo Robins. Auditors appointed were Ted Hayward and Jake Traver. Sunday school superintendent will be Ernest Brown with Harold Bailey and Harold Gent as assistants.
Miss Margaret Tuck gave a report on C.G.I.T. group which was organized in September 1944, with 12 members. There are eight members at the present time.
Mrs Ted Hayward was appointed pianist with Miss Margaret Tuck and Mrs John Blanchard as assistants. Mr Hampson closed the meeting with prayer. The ladies served lunch.
Rally Day Service
Salem, Oct 11-Rally Day was observed at Salem on Sunday morning when Church and Sunday School were combined. William Milligan, the superintendent, led the service, and followed the order of service issued by the Board of Religious Education. The scripture readings were given by Venita Gent, Leo Robins and Elsie Milligan. A story, “A Rainy Sunday,” was given by Ernest Brown. The primary, junior and intermediate classes sang : Jesus Bids Us Shine,”
The pastor, Rev. James Hampson, gave an interesting talk on the theme, “Let us Go into the House of the Lord,” A unique phase of the service was a baptismal service when Irene Elizabeth, infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Jake Traver, was baptised.. Next Sunday, Sunday school will meet as usual at 10 o’clock and church service at 7.30p.m.
[Welland Tribune December 12, 1943]
Salem Dec 13-A large number of friends and relatives attended the funeral of the late Jeanette Chambers, wife of the late Wilson Chambers, who passed away at the Welland County General hospital on Monday, December 6. Services were held at her late residence, where Rev. James Hampson of Salem United church officiated. Interment was in Hillside cemetery.
During service, Mrs C.W. Bailey and Mrs A. Stirtzinger sang, “Just Beyond,” accompanied by Mrs Edward Hayward. The pallbearers were Amos Holmes, Orland Chambers, Roy Chambers, Harry Farr, Wm. Hipwell and Elra Farr. Surviving are a son, daughter-in-law and grandson; one sister, Mrs L. Chambers, Hamilton, and a brother, Oscar Robins.
W.A. and W.M.S.
Salem United Church W.A. and W.M.S. met at the home of Mrs Harold Gent on Wednesday, with a good attendance. The president Mrs Harold Bailey, opened the meeting. The scripture lesson read by Mrs T. Neale. Two minutes silence was observed in honor of the late Mrs J, Chambers.
Mrs Elra Farr, missionary convener, took charge of the Christmas program. Carols were sung with Mrs Farr as the leader. Those taking part in the candlelighting service were Mrs C. Bailey, Mrs H. Bailey, Mrs F. Blanchard and Mrs H. Hodgkins. Mrs C. Strawn turned in $19 of the penny drive.
Rev. J. Hampson had charge of election of officers which were as follows: President, Mrs Howard Hodgkins; first vice-president, Mrs H. Gent; second vie-president, Mrs Harold Bailey; secretary, Mrs C. W. Bailey; assistant, Mrs John Blanchard; pianist, Mrs Edward Hayward; flower conveners, Mrs E. Haverson and Mrs Franklin Blanchard; missionary convener, Mrs Elra Farr; Red Cross, Mrs Harold Bailey and Mrs M. Cook.. The meeting was brought to a close by Rev. J,. Hampson. Lunch was served by the hostess.
Personals
Mrs Amos Robbins and Mrs Kenneth Lane and daughter Rose Marie spent Monday with Mr and Mrs George Metler.
Mr and Mrs W. Gayman of Beamsville were supper guests of Mr and Mrs Ernest Brown and family on Friday.
Bdr O.F. Stokes of the east coast spent a short leave with his mother.
Mrs Kenneth Lane and Mrs Franklin Blanchard spent Tuesday in Welland.
Miss Margaet Strawn of Niagara Falls spent Tuesday at the home of her parents.
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer and son Wray were Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs J. Traver and daughter Irene.
Mr and Mrs William Gayman of Beamsville visited with Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn and family, Friday evening.
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