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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.
[Welland Telegraph November 15, 1941]
Salem, Nov. 15-Mr and Mrs Earl Comfort of Binbrook visited recently with Mr and Mrs G.F. Neale.
Miss Irene Strawn of Niagara Falls spent the November 9th weekend at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn.
Mrs Mary Metler spent a few days with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs John Metler, Welland.
Mr and Mrs Wm. Cosby of Niagara Falls, N.Y. visited recently Mr and Mrs Victor Cosby.
Mrs C.E. Strawn visited with Mrs Austin on Thursday evening. Mrs Austin who has been sick for some time is improving slowly.
Salem Sunday school teachers held their November meeting at the home of Mr and Mrs Elva Farr.
Mrs Victor Cosby spent Thursday in Dunnville with her brother and sister-in-law, Mr and Mrs Gordon Duff.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Lane spent Wednesday with Mrs Lane’s parents. Mr and Mrs Amos Robbins.
Victor Cosby has returned home from a week’s hunting up north.
W.A. and W.M.S.
Salem Women’s Association held their November meeting at the parsonage on Wednesday. The president Mrs Harold Bailey was in charge. The Scripture lesson was read by Mrs George Metler and the minutes were read by the assistant secretary, Mrs Charles Bailey. It was decided to give the Red Cross $4 for blankets. It was also thought best to hold meetings at 2 p.m. sharp during the winter months.
The meeting was turned over to Mrs Elva Farr for a F.M.S. session. Mrs Charles Bailey gave a splendid report on the W.M.S. held at Fork’s Road church on Oct 27.
Rev J. Hampson gave an interesting talk on China.
A Christmas exchange will take place at the December meeting on December 10, Mrs Hampson was assisted in serving lunch by Mrs Florence Chambers and Mrs Harlam Farr.
[Welland Tribune October 19, 1943]
Salem, Oct 19-Salem United church held its annual Harvest Home service on Sunday evening, October 10. In spite of the lateness of the season , members of the W.A. assisted by the Merry Maids class, had the church nicely decorated with autumn leaves, flowers, fruits, vegetables and grains, depicting the glory of God. The choir was assisted in the service of song by Mrs Ward Brown, Mrs Franklin Blanchard and Mrs Orley Hannigan, who sang two special numbers.
The guest speaker was Rev Mr Whan, pastor of Fonthill Baptist church. His theme was “Grateful Thanksgiving Solves Problems.”
Salem United church W.A. and W.M.S. held their October meeting at the home of Mrs Clarence Wilford with 31 members present. The scripture lesson was read by Mrs Harry Farr. A pot luck supper and bazaar is to be held at the home of Mrs Oakley Beamer on October 20th, Mrs Hayward read letters of thanks from Robert Henderson and Miss Margaret Tuck. Mrs Elva Farr took charge of the W.M.S. Mrs C.W. Bailey read the second chapter of the book “For All Life”. Mrs Hayward read a few verses and Mrs Farr read two poems. Members were asked to turn in their thank offering at the November meeting. Lunch was served.
Mrs C.E. Strawn spent Friday last in Welland and visited with her daughter-in-law, Mrs Earl Strawn.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler and son Clifford visited on Sunday with their uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs C.E, Strawn and family.
Alfred Wiley was accidentally injured on Wednesday while playing at school. X-ray examination disclosed that injuries were not serious.
Farewell to Mrs Carr
A number of friends and neighbors gave Mrs V. Carr a pleasant surprise by way of a farewell party on Monday afternoon. Mrs Carr who has lived here for some time, is spending the winter at Canfield with her granddaughter, Mrs Allen Haynes. Lunch was served by the ladies.
[Welland Tribune October 29, 1943]
Salem Oct 29-Salem United church services were held on Sunday afternoon, with Rev James Hampson in charge. Next week Sunday school will be at 11 o’clock, church at 12.
The Salem W.A. pot luck supper held at the home of Mr and Mrs Oakley Beamer and Mr and Mrs Marshall Beamer, was well attended. A total of $25 was received from the supper and $7.75 from the bazaar. Mrs Wm Freeman gave two readings and Mrs Hansler Swayze and son Aubrey gave a number of solos. A sing-song was led by Rev James Hampson.
Mr and Mrs William Milligan have had word from their son J.E. Milligan, of the R.C.A.F.
Leading stoker E.B. MacPherson, R.C.N.V.R., of the east coast, is spending a leave with his wife and two daughters.
Mr and <rs William Lire of Fenwick, Mr and Mrs John Moore and sons Donald and Jerry of Buffalo called on Mr and Mrs Amos Robbins and family, Tuesday evening.
Mrs Earl Strawn of Welland was a Wednesday overnight guest at the home of Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn and family.
Mr and Mrs Harry Foster of Niagara Falls spent Wednesday afternoon with their cousins, Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn and family.
Mrs John Cosby, Mrs Cecil Aulph and little David Michelle were guests of Mrs C.E. Strawn, Tuesday.
Mrs George Metler, Donald, Mrs Kenneth Lane, daughter Rose Marie, and Mrs Amos Robinson spent Tuesday at Dunnville.
Pte. Ruth Neale, C.W.A.C of Toronto, and Miss Audrey Neale, Wellandport, spent the weekend at the home of their parents, Mr and Mrs T.F. Neale
The Salem W.A. are holding a Hallowe’en social at the home of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Van Natter on Friday evening.
[Welland Tribune March 9, 1945]
Salem March 9-Salem United church services on Sunday were conducted by Rev James Hampson. Next week Sunday school will be at two o’clock, church service at three o’clock.
James Henderson’s class of young men and junior boys met at the home of Mr and Mrs C.E Strawm with Rev J. Hampson and Mr Henderson to organize a Trail Ranger group. The new officers are: President Leo Robbson; first vice-president, George Cook; secretary James Farr; treasurer, Leroy Hayward. Mr Hampson will be leader.
George Bailey was moved from the Welland County General hospital to the home of his uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs Carmen Bailey at Welland before his return to his home at Salem.
Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn, daughters, June, Shirley, son Kenneth and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler and son clifford of Welland were Sunday guests of of Mr and Mrs Bill Grimwood at their home, “Woodend” Niagara Falls. Mrs Grimwood gave a birthday dinner in honor of her mother.
Mr and Mrs Leslie Swick spent Monday with Mr and Mrs Edwin Swick and son Ronald.
Mr and Mrs E. Swick and son Ronald spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs G.W. Thompson and family.
Mr ad Mrs Cecil Hagar of Cook’s Mills spent Thursday with the latter’s father M.A.Ware.
Mrs Jack Austin and daughter, Mrs Earl Strawn were supper guests of Mr and Mrs Strawn and family.
Mr and Mrs James Ball of Welland were Thursday evening guests of Mr and Mrs C.H. Willford.
Mrs Edwin Swick and son Ronald called on Mrs Harold Gent and sons Wednesday.
Mrs Harold Gent and sons Richard and Allen spent Wednesday last with Mrs Strawn and Mrs Carr.
Audrey Coyne of Welland spent a few days with Mr and Mrs Edwin Swick.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler and son Clifford of Welland, Mr and Mrs Edwin Swick and son Ronald spent Wednesday evening with the Strawn family.
Mrs Harold Hodgkins and infant daughter have returned home from the Welland County General hospital.
Mrs Edwin Swick was hostess to the C.G.I.T. girls on Saturday evening. It was decided to hold a box social on March 15th at the home of Mr and Mrs C.E Strawn. Lunch was served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs C. Willford and Mrs Strawn.
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