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[Welland Tribune January 30, 1947]
Salem, Jan. 30-Gratifying reports were presented at the congregational meeting of Salem United church. Reports of the Sunday school W.A. C.G.I.T. group W.M.S. and Baby Band were read and all showed an increase of activity during the past year The treasurer’s report, read by Harold Gent, showed an increase in givings.
Rev. W.A. Dempsey, the pastor reported 20 families affiliated with the church, with a membership of 51. During the year the pastor officiated at two marriages and three burials.
Charles Bailey and John Blanchard were re-elected as Stewards and present elders were reappointed James Farr, Leroy Hayward and Kenneth Strawn were appointed as additional ushers. Franklin Blanchard, R. Henderson, C. Bailey and Asa Chambers were named church trustees, and Ernest Brown and R. Henderson as parsonage trustees. E. Hayward and G. Metler were appointed auditors.
Votes of thanks were passes to Mrs Ernest Brown for use of their home for the meeting and the pastor and Mrs Dempsey for their leadership during the year.
The ladies served refreshments following the meeting.
Boyle, Jan. 10-Mr and Mrs Arnold Reid of Wainfleet, Mr and Mrs Stuart Hill, son, Charles, and Miss Lelia Hill of Welland and Mr and Mrs Clifford C.Hill and son Gordon of Fenwick were guests of their parents , Mr and Mrs James Hill on Christmas Day.
Mr Hoffman of St Catharines spent the weekend and Christmas Day with his son-in-law and daughter Mr and Mrs George Henderson.
Rev. G.J. Comfort, Mrs Comfort and son John of Dunnville and Mr and Mrs Paul A, Comfort, sons George and David and daughter Elizabeth were guests of the former’s nephew and niece, Mr and Mrs Marvin Fulson, and Mrs Nellie Fulson at Smithville o Christmas Day.
Mr and Mrs Clyde Robins of Fenwick spent Christmas Day with Mr and Mrs Roy E, Oveholt.
Andrew McKeachie spent the weekend and Christmas Day with his mother, Mrs Clara McKeachie, and sisters, Jennie, Stella, Doris and Helen McKeachie at Toronto.
Mr and Mrs Chares Freure, son Gerald and daughter Joan of Wellandport, Mr and Mrs Harry Gracey of Niagara Falls and Miss Hazel Beamer of Niagara-on-the-Lake were Christmas Day guests of their parents, Mr and Mrs Thomas Freure.
Gnr. Kenneth Gracey of the east coast is spending a leave with his parents, Mr and Mrs Everett Gracey.
Helen Jamieson is confined to her home with chicken pox.
Mrs Lillian Prentice spent a couple of days this week at Toronto.
Relatives from Tillsonburg spent the holiday weekend with Mr and Mrs George Henderson and sons, Hazen, Calvin and Mervin.
Mrs L. Longbottom is visiting her son and daughter-in-law, Cpl Eric Longbottom, Mrs Longbottom and sons at St Thomas.
Mr and Mrs Edmund Beamer, sons Norman and AC1, Vernon Beamer, stationed at Fingal, Mrs Beamer of Welland, Mr and Mrs Burton Stirtzinger, Mr and Mrs Gordon Stirtzinger of St Catharines and Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer and son Wray were guests of Mr and Mrs Cecil Beamer at Fonthill, when they entertained at a family dinner on Christmas Day.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth S. Overholt of Fork’s road, East and Mr and Mrs Leonard E. Cocks and son Ralph of Fenwick spent Christmas Day with the latter’s brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Wm. J. Anderson and their father, John Hill.
Mr and Mrs George Wilson spent the weekend with the latter’s brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Clifford Gee.
Cpl Alfred Williams, who just returned from overseas, spent Tuesday with friends at Humberstone.
Mr and Mrs Murray B. Misener and Mrs Roy Overholt spent Saturday at Welland.
Mr and Mrs Clifford Lane and children of Silverdale were Christmas Day guests of the latter’s parents, Mr and Mrs Cyrus Misener.
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer, son Wray, and Mrs Wm. J. Anderson spent Saturday in Welland.
Friends of Cameron Hill will be glad to learn he able to be about again after his recent illness.
Mr and Mrs George Henderson spent Friday at St Catharines.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Gracey of Grimsby were recent guests of the latters brother and sister-in-law, Mr and Mrs Judson Jamieson and mother, Mrs Phoebe Heaslip.
Frank H. Anderson of Gaspe, Que., spent a Christmas leave with his wife and son Merritt, at their home at Grimsby.
Mr and Mrs Judson Jamieson spent Saturday at Welland.
Emery Gee, his grandson, Cpl Alfred E. Williams, and John Hill attended the funeral of the late Bruce Vanderburg, which was held from the Lampman funeral home, Wellandport on Wednesday.
Mr and Mrs Frank H. Anderson and son Merritt, of Grimsby were Sunday guests of their cousins, Mr and Mrs Earl Joslin, at Smithville.
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 Annetta Anderson of Jarvis spent Christmas Day with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs Frank H. Anderson at Grimsby
William Overholt of Chicago has been the guest of his brother and sister-in-law, Mr and Mrs Roy Overholt, and Mr and Mrs Clarence Garner and family at Silverdale, also Mrs Eliza Overholt.
The sideroads in this vicinity have been blocked for over four weeks. S.S. No 5 is still closed, no mail delivery or bread. The farmers are hauling their milk to the main highways with horses and sleighs.
Mr and Mrs Clifford Gee and daughters entertained at a family dinner on Christmas Day.
Boyle, Dec 21-Roy Robins of Elmira was a recent guest of his mother, Mrs Tillie Robins.
Leading stoker John Tait, R.C.N.V.R., who has been stationed on the east coast is spending three weeks with his wife, Mrs Tait and children Patricia and Bobby, at his home here.
Miss Lelia Hill of Port Colborne spent the weekend with her parents, Mr and Mrs James Hill and family.
Mr ad Mrs Henry Ulman, son John and daughters, Misses Francis and Audrey Ulman, spent Saturday at St Catharines.
Mr and Mrs Amos Beamer and son Wray spent Friday at Welland.
Mrs Leonard E. Cocks and son Ralph of Fenwick and Mr and Mrs Wm. J Anderson spent Saturday at St Catharines.
Mrs L. Prentice, teacher at S.S No. 5 has returned home following her recent appendix operation at St Joseph’s hospital, Hamilton.
AC1 William McKeachie, R.C.A F. Stationed at Lachine, Que., is visiting his mother, Mrs Clara McKeachie and family here.
Mrs Henry Ulman of Cayuga spent the weekend at her home here,
John Hill visited his cousins, Mr and Mrs Charles Brown at Dunnville, on Tuesday.
Boyle, March 20-Boyle Red Cross Sewing Circle met at the home of Mrs James Hill on Wednesday with a large attendance. Several members quilted a quilt which will be donated to the Red Cross, while the remainder sewed on children’s sun suits and little girls’ blouses. A pot luck dinner was enjoyed at noon, and the collection was received by Mrs Roy E. Overholt. During the afternoon, a contest conducted by the hostess, Mrs Hill was won by Mrs Wm. J. Anderson. Proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross.
Mr and Mrs William Cutler left on Tuesday to spend a few days with the former’s cousins, Mr and Mrs Howard McEwan ad family, Buffalo, N.Y.
Mr and Mrs Gordon Robbins, Niagara Falls, and John Hill were Sunday guests of their brother and sister-in-law, Mr and Mrs James Hill.
Mrs Edsal Robins was a recent guest of her sister, Mrs Blake Robins.
Mr and Mrs Edgar Book of St Catharines were recent guests of the latter’s nephew ad niece, Mr and Mrs Leonard E. Cocks and sons, Ralph and Howard at Fenwick.
Miss Lellia Hill of Welland spent the weekend with her parents, Mr and Mrs James Hill.
Mr and Mrs Paul A. Comfort, sons George and David and daughter, Elizabeth, were recent guests of the latter’s brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Charles Berry, St Catharines.
Misses Elizabeth and Shirley Robins, Tonawanda, N.Y. spent the weekend with their cousin, Miss Jean Heaslip.
Mrs Amos Beamer spent Thursday at Welland.
Mrs Tillie Robbins returned to the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr and Mrs Orin Tice, on Saturday after spending five months with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs Roy Robbins, at Elmira.
Misses Jean Heaslip, Elizabeth and Shirley Robins of Tonawanda, N.Y. Jack Sherwood, Billy Heaslip and Cameron Hill were recent guests of the latter’s brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Arnold Reid, Wainfleet.
Mrs Leonard E. Cocks and son, Ralph, Fenwick and the former’s sister, Mrs Wm. J. Anderson, spent Saturday at Welland.
Mr and Mrs Clifford C. Hill and son Gordon, of Fenwick, and Mr and Mrs Arnold Reid, Wainfleet were Sunday guests of their parents, Mr and Mrs James Hill.
Murray Hill and his uncle John Hill, spent Sunday afternoon at Niagara Falls.
Mrs Wm. J. Anderson spent Saturday with her sister and brother-in-law, Mr and Mrs Leonard E. Cocks, Fenwick.
The sympathy of the Community is extended to Mrs Violet La Rose, Wellandport, who received word that her youngest son. Kenneth, had been killed with the armed forces in Germany. Kenneth spent his childhood days in this vicinity, and attended public school S.S. No.5 Gainsboro township. He is also survived by his older brother. Walter, R.C.A.F and his grandparents, Mr and Mrs John Middleton, Wellandport.
Mr and Mrs Norval Lampman, and son Harold, Have taken up residence with the former’s parents, Mr and Mrs Isaac Lampman.
Salem, Dec. 31-Salem United church service on Sunday was conducted by the pastor, Rev. James Hampson.
Mr and Mrs William Freeman of Thorold were Christmas guests of the latter’s parents, Mr and Mrs Howard Hodgkins.
Mr and Mrs Oscar Robbins and family of St Catharines, Mr and Mrs George Metler and family, Mrs Mary Metler, Miss Catharine Hipwell, and Mrs Kenneth Lane and daughter Rose Marie spent Christmas with Mr and Mrs Amos Robbins and family.
Miss Margaret Tuck was guest of Miss Ivy Stuart of Dunnville on Christmas day.
Mrs M Dalrymple, Robert Henderson and J.V. Henderson and daughter Mrs Earl Roden of Toronto were Christmas guests of Mr and Mrs Oliver Henderson.
Mr and Mrs Wm. Milligan and daughter Elise spent Christmas day at St Ann’s with Mr and Mrs Frank Minge.
Mr and Mrs Arnold Stirtzinger and family spent Christmas with Mr and Mrs Ed. Hayward and son Leroy.
Christmas guests of Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn were Mrs V.A. Carr, Canfield, Miss Velma Climenhage, Miss Margaret Strawn, nurses-in-training at Niagara Falls hospital; Miss Edna Strawn, Detroit, Mich.; Irene Strawn and Bill Grimwood, Niagara Falls. Others were Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler and son Clifford, Welland.
The Salem Sunday School held their annual Christmas entertainment on Thursday evening. Rev. Mr Hampson acted as chairman. Recitations were given by Mary Stirtzinger, Cyril Metler, George Bailey, Roy Reece, James Farr; also by Lanny Brown, Carol Gent, Lucile Reece, Ralph Reece and Francis Cook. The Beginners and Primary classes gave “Christmas Candles.” An exercise, “The Answer in Person.” was given by Margaret Tuck’s class. Carols were sung by the school. The Merry Maids class and the Cook boys. A comedy, “Checkmate.” was given by four young people. A play entitled “The Old Old Story.” was given in song and pageant. “The Blue Vase” was given by pupils of Miss Margaret Tuck’s school, also a pantomime. “Silent Night” and a dialogue, “Teasing Aunt Chloe.” by a class from Mrs Traver’s school. A dialogue, “The Absent-minded Husband,” by Leroy Hayward and Allan Cook. At the close Santa Claus made his usual call, and delivered presents to the members of the Sunday School.
Miss Edna Strawn returned to Detroit on Monday evening after spending the week with her parents.
Mr and Mrs Leo Belawski and son of Toronto were Christmas guests at the Kivieson and Wasylinki homes.
Salem, Dec. 3-Leading Stoker E.B. McPherson, R.C.N.V.R, Halifax, is spending his leave with his wife and family.
The many friends of Mrs Janet Chambers, who suffered a stroke three weeks ago, will be sorry to hear that she has not improved. She was taken to the Welland county General hospital last Friday.
Mr and Mrs George Metler and family were dinner guests of the latter’s parents, Mr and Mrs Amos Robbins and family.
Miss Catherine Hipwell spent Sunday with Miss Shirley Strawn.
Misses Elsie Stirtzinger, Marie Farr, V. Gent and June and Shirley Strawn were guests of the C.G.I.T girls of Fenwick United church.
Mr and Mrs Ernest Brown and family were guests of Mr and Mrs Ewart Haywood and son Leroy on Sunday.
Mrs Johnson, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs A Brown, has returned to her home.
Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn visited with Mr and Mrs Blake Ostrosser on Tuesday evening
Salem United church, W.A. and W.M.S. will hold their December meeting at the home of Mrs Harold Gent on December 8th.
Salem, Nov. 27-Salem United church service was conducted on Sunday, November 23rd by Pastor Rev. James Hampson. Church next Sunday at 11a.m.
Guests of Mr and Mrs C.W. Bailey and Mr and Mrs Harold Bailey and son George on Sunday were Mr and Mrs George Bailey of Thorold and Mr and Mrs Charles Bailey and daughter Clare of St Catharines, also Mr and Mrs Basil Misener and daughter Arlette and Mr and Mrs Carmen Bailey and children Lorna and Earl of Welland.
Mr and Mrs R.L. Vanmattie of Buffalo spent Monday with Mr Vanmattie’s parents, and called on Mr and Mrs C. E. Strawn and family on Monday.
Miss Audrey Neale and Misses June and Shirley Strawn spent Saturday in Welland.
Miss Anna Black of Welland spent the week-end with her cousins Shirley and Suzanne Cosby.
Harold Hodgkins received his graduation diploma on Friday at the annual commencement exercises held at Pelham Continuation school.
Miss Irene Strawn and Bill Grimwood spent Saturday with Miss Strawn’s parents, Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn.
Miss Ruth Neale, of Niagara Falls spent the week-end with her parents, Mr and Mrs T.F. Neale.
Mrs C.E. Strawn called on Mr and Mrs Cecil Chambers and Mrs Florence Chambers at Fenwick on Tuesday.
Harold Hodgkins of Hamilton Normal school spent the week-end with his parents.
Salem, Nov. 27-Owing to the redecoration of Salem United church there was no service or Sunday school last Sunday.
Mrs Earl Strawn and nephew, little David McManus of Welland, and Miss Billy Aldry of Perry were supper guests of Mr and Mrs C.E Strawn and family on Wednesday.
Mrs Amos Robbins and daughters Mrs George Metler and Mrs Kenneth Lane, spent Thursday in Port Colborne.
Those who called on Mrs Janet Chambers last week were: Mrs H. Wittle, Mrs E. Farr, Mrs E. Hayward. Mrs E Crow, Mrs H. Farr, Mrs E, Swiek, Mrs C. Strawn. Mrs Neale, and Rev. James Hampson.
Pte. Ruth Neale, C.W.A.C., Toronto, and Miss Audrey Neale of Wellandport spent the weekend home of their parents, Mr ad Mrs G.F. Neale.
Mr and Mrs C,e. Strawn called on Mrs Florence Chambers and Mr and Mrs C. Chambers of Fenwick on Friday evening.
Mr and Mrs Edwin Swick and son Ronald spent Sunday at For Erie with Mr and Mrs Walter Wachls and family.
Mrs Clarence Willford spent Wednesday with friends at Fonthill.
Salem, Nov. 19- Salem United church W.A. and W.M.S. held their November meeting at the home of Mrs Franklin Blanchard on Wednesday, November 10.
Mrs Anna Thompson is spending a few days with her sister, Mrs Minnie Vaughan at the home of Mr and Mrs Jake Traver.
Mrs Janet Chambers is ill.
Pte. Ruth Neale, C.W.A.C., Toronto, spent the weekend with her parents, Mr and Mrs L.F. Neale.
Mr and Mrs Bruce Hosgkins of Welland called on Mr and Mrs Amos Robbins on Sunday
Mr and Mrs Clifford Lane and family of Silverdale were Sunday guests of Mt and Mrs George Miller and family.
Charles Comfort, Mrs Stella Crown, Dorothy and Phyllis, visited on Saturday with Mr and Mrs T.F. Neale and family.
Mrs C.E. Strawn spent Tuesday in Welland visiting with her daughter-in-law, Mrs Earl Strawn.
Mrs Amos Robbins and daughter Rose Marie, visited with Mr Elmer Hodgkins at Campden on Tuesday.
Visitors of Mrs C.E. Strawn last were Mrs H. Farr, Mrs E. Swick, Mrs M. Farr Farr.Mrs E. Hayward, Mrs E. Farr. Mrs C. Willford and Mrs G. Reece.
Mrs Mary Metler of Welland spent last week with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs Geo Metler.
Mr and Mrs Bruce Berry and daughter Betty spent Saturday with Mr and Mrs Jake Traver and daughter Irene.
Mr and Mrs Eduard Hayward ad Leroy spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Frank Ginther at Port Colborne
Mr and Mrs George Metler and son Donald, Mr and Mrs Amos Robbins and Mrs Kenneth Lane and daughter, Rose Marie, were in Dunnville on Thursday.
Tpr. J. B. Wiley of the west coast spent his leave with his wife and parents, Mr and Mrs Lorne Wiley.
Salem, Nov 6-Salem United church services were held on Sunday morning by Rev James Hampson. Next week Sunday school will be at two, church at three o’clock.
Salem United church W.A. and W.M.S. will hold their November meeting at the home of Mrs Franklin Blanchard on November 10th.
Mr and Mrs Edward Hayward, son Leroy, and Mr and Mrs Ernest Brown and family were Sunday guests of Mr and Jack Hayward and family.
Mr and Mrs T.F. Neal and son Russell were in Dunville on Wednesday and called on Mrs Neal’s mother, Mrs Mary Logan.
Callers at home of Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn on Sunday and Bill Grimwood, Mrs Frank Fleming and son Stephen and Miss Margaret Strawn, All of Niagara Falls; Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler and son Clifford of Welland.
Mrs C.E. Strawn is slowly recovering from an attack of influenza.
Kenneth Strawn spent the weekend with his cousin, Clifford Hansler, in Welland.
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