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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1927-07-14, Page 1*' **»T»R TIMES, ESTABLISHED 1873 I AMALGAMATED , WOBTER ADVOCATE, ESTABLISHED 1887/DECEMBER 1st 1M4 •r EXETER, ONT., THURSDAY MORNING, JULY 14th, 1927 FIFTY-FOURTH YEAR, NO, 270 iiiniiiiliiiiiiiiiliniii Special Summer Values IIIIII Trunks, Suit Cases and Club Bags If you need a'trunk, club bag or suit case for your summer vaca tion we have a nice range to select from at very, attractive prices. V Neck Pullover Sweaters We have the very newest colors in the very popular V-neck pull over sweaters for ladies, men and children. H ilSilk Hosiery at 69cJ|, pair Several dozen pair of ladies’ silk hosiery, odd lines and broken ranges. Perfect goods. Clearing this month at 69c per pair. Dinner Sets We have just received a large shipment of dinner sets. Ask to see our special'dinner sets at $25.00 per set. Jones & May PHONE 32 7 to a REAL ESTATE CHANGES A ;real estate deal took place last week whereby Mr. Frank Taylor has taken over the farm of Mr. Russel Hedden north of the fair grounds Mr. Hedden gets possession of Taylor’s house on Laughall St., takes oyer the stables on John The parties are moving this week. Mr. Hedden will continue the dairy business until October, \V. C. T. U. OFFICERS At the annual meeting of the W. C. T, U, recently held in the Jarnos St. church the following officers were elected: President, Miss Jean S» Murray; Rec, Secy., Miss Emma A. Hogarth; Cor. secy., Mrs. W. C. Christie; treasurer, Miss M. Shapton Ella We have received another shipment of this shipment of this special silk underwear to re tail at $2.00 a suit. This is a splendid quality good range of colors, sizes 38 to 42 a real bar gain while they last at $2.00 a suit or separate ly, vests $1.00 and bloomers $1.25 a garment FALLS FROM LOAD OF HAY WREN TRIP ROPE BREAKS Mr. Ben. Cas.e met with a nasty accident Monday afternoon while drawing in hay on his farm north of Exeter. He was on top of the load and was pulling at the trip rope whqn it broke balanced and fell to landing on his head, stunned but did. not ness and Was assisted and he over- the fie lose o He will be confined to the house for several days in consequence. barn floor was badly conscious- the hbuse TALL WHEAT week we have on exhibition stalks of fall wheat the tall- which measures 6 feet, 6 i The wheat was grown on A bargain in Turkish Towels A real bargain this week, heavy white Tiirkiah towels, with col ored borders, size 20 x- 40 inches. Perfect goods. The well known Galt towels on sale at 95c a pair. ______ ___ Clearing of Odd Lines of Summer Dress Goods We have gone through our stock of dress goods and have picked out many odd lines and broken ranges in crepes, voiles, linens, etc., which we are placing on sale at greatly reduced, prices. Ask to see our clearing lines of voiles at 39c a yard. 15 per cent off Ladies’ Summer Dresses. We are offering this month our extra stock of fine dresses in silk crepes, georgettes, Fuji silks, etc., at 15 per cent, off regular price. .BATHING SUITS—For Jadies ..men and. children in a wide range of styles and prices. ‘ ’ PHONE 3? Use Duco the quick drying Lacquer for cars,furni ture, woodwork, etc., put up in 1-4, 1-2, pts, & qts ®TWINES & ROPES ' ' are best GOLD MEDAL TWINE HOT WEATHER Hardware 3-bur. Perfection Stove$29 3-burner Gas Stove $43.00 Ovens $3.75 and up Wicks 40c. Spreaders 50c. Beaman’s Hardware & Paint Store Store Closes Wednesday'afternoon during June, July and August IN MEMOHIAM PEAKING—In loving memory Ml-s. Abram Dearing, who pass' f away one year ago to-day, Ju t 1*1 th, 1926.—Son. > 'IN MEMOBIAM Alexander—in loving our son and brother, t verno Alexander, who * 14111, 1920. Dear Alvin you have gpne And our hearts are sad and sore, we think of our dear son and . brother,£ The one that we will see no more. ad lv ofmemory Alvin Le- died July and left us How we miss your loving voice, And your supny, smiling face, But you left us to remember-— No one on earth can fill your place. —Loving mother sister and father grandmother. • Notice brotherj doneMarcelling and hair cutting Central Hotel on Mondays and Phone 10 Mrs. McLeod. 7-14*1 tc at ... . Fridays from 9,30 a.m foi* appointment COMFIRMAITON AT TRIVITT MEMORIAL CHURCH On Wednesday evening, July His Grace Archbishop Williams in Trivitt Memorial church for apostolic rite of comfirmatien. __ Grace preached an inspiring sermon from 1 Peter IV: 10. Fourteen candidates were presented by the rector and after confirmation were welcomed by the Archbishop into the full fellowship of the church, 6th, was the His MORE This several est of inches, the farm of Ml’. Newton Clarke, of Usborne. Mr. Clarke has six acres of this wheat which is growing alongside of his Jane and it obstructs the view of the road so tfaa autos and other vehicles cannot be seen passing along. Mr. Clarke also has peas that are over four foot in height. STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL WAS GRAND SUCCESS , The Ladies’ Aid of the Janies St. United church held a most success ful strawberry festival on the chuFch lawn on Thursday evening of last week. The ladies provided an ex cellent supper with an abundance of strawberries. The orchestra under the leadership iff Mr. W. R. Gould- ing provided a i^usical program that was greatly enjoyed. Rev C. J. Moorhouse actci as chairman in the absence of the pastor. The weather was just a little cool for the oc casion. About ‘230 boxes of straw berries were used. The proceeds amounted to $265,222. ORANGEMEN ATTEND CHURCH Members of the South Huron L.’ O.L. paraded to Caven Presbyterian church Sunday evening where they listened to a "Wry appropriate mes sage on Orangeism by the County Chaplain, Rev. James Foote. Visit ing brethren were present from Lucan, IIeu.'.u,ll, Clinton, Virnr a* other places and were marshalled Ly Mr. Wm. Lutman, occupying the centre pews of the church, choir furnished snecial music, their return U‘ t The On iodge rooms a vote of thanks was tendered to the minister, the choir and the congre gation of Caven church. ADDRESS AND PRESENTATION On Saturday evening members of the Ladies’ Guild and W. A. cf’the Trivitt Memorial church met at the home of Mrs. Wm. Pomfret to do honor to one of their members, Mrs. J. L. Lewis, who is leaving Ex eter for London. A very sociable evening was spent during the course of which Mrs. Lewis was presented with an address and suitable In a few well chosen words Lewis expressed her surprise and appreciation. Refreshments served. Mrs. Lewis and daughter, Miss Thelma left Exeter on Monday to join Mr. Lewis, who has been, working at his trade as carpenter in the city. The following is the address: Dear Mrs. Lewis: It was with sincere regret that we learnt of your intention to leave Exeter. Your very regulai’ attend ance at all our meetings, and your readiness at all times to render all the help you could in the interest of the church, has been quite an in spiration to us all, and a fine ex ample to set. It was, we know, labour of love on your part, and we have reaped the benefit. We shall miss you greatly and your genial disposition from the meetings. But the church is one the world over, and we are comforted in the thought that Trivitt Memorial’s loss will be the gain of some other church which ou will make your spiritual home in future. We wish you and family every blessing and many years of health to help others as you have helped us. We as members of the Guild and W. A. ask you kindly to accept this gift as a small ...2 <„teem and regard we you and to remind you of that you belonged to these ieties, and to assure you of a wel come whenever you may return the parish. Signed on behalf the Guild and W. A., Mrs. H. Walter, Mrs. Walter Jones. gift. Mrs. were MAIN ST. PICNIC -Wednesday afternoon, July 6th, saw’’the Main St. S. S. piking off to ’the Bend for their annual picnic. Rain prevented them from going in the morning but increased their ar dor for a real live afternoon. There was a good turn out and every one enjoyed "the outing. Supper - was served in the pavilion after which the usual line of sports was run off. The amusements closed with a game of softball between sides choosen by Gordon Fowler and Walter Spencer resulting in a victory for Gordon’s team. It was a real oilting and a most successful Sunday school picnic enjoyed by all. EXETER WINS FRCZ1 STRATFORD In an exhibition game of baseball on Saturday evening the Exeter team defeated the Stratford C.N.R. Moguls by a score of 9 to 2. The game throughout was interesting with the score being .4 to 2 the- eighth inning when secured five runs. Exeter two runs in the first inning the fourth and sixth and five eighth while Stratford secured one in the, fourth and sixth. Lawson, for the winners pitched the full game, striking out 13 men, while Barrett started for the losers, but was- replaced by Marks., Exeter secured a number of good* hits off the Stratford hurlers. while Lawson held his opponents to two clean hits. A good crowd witnessed the game and did not go away disappointed. The line-up. .Stratford, Levenoir, Edwards, Petrie, Marks, Foote, Smith, Halem, Wettamoir, Barrett, Petch and House. Tieman, Hinds, Yule, _Beavers, Taylor. GUNNING FAMILY PICNIC . The -first picnic of what promises to be an annual affair was held by the Gunning family at the home of Mr. Albert Gunning, of Wlialen> 011 Wednesday of last week at which about 200 were present from Gran-, ton, St. Marys, Woodham, Kirkton and Exeter. Dinner and supper was served * on the lawn and various sports were enjoyed. Among . the oldest members present were Messrs. Wm. Johnston and David Kirk. Mr. Albert Gunning was elected Hon. president and Mr. Arthur. Gunning, president. Among those present from Exeter were Mr., and Mrs. Jas. Hern, Mr. and Mrs. J. IV. Hern, Mrs. Jas. Beei' and Miss Alice Parkinson. BIRTHS JONES—In Victoria Hospital, Lon don, on Friday, July 8th, to Mr. aand Mrs. J. Hubert Jones, daughter. (Gwennetli Helen.) CANN—In Usborne, on July Sth, Mr, and Mrs. Robert Cann, daughter. PENHALE—In Steiiien, On July to Mr. and Mrs. Asa J. Penhale, a daughter, (Doris Evelyn.) PENHALE—In Exeter, on June 24th to Mr. and Mrs. Luther J. Penhalo a son (Thomas Ross.) • MARRIAGES Sanders—knipe—At Monday, July 4th, Rhipe, of London, to Sanders, of Exeter. London on Miss Mary William D. DEATHS r—-tn Usborne, on July Chfistiflh Fletcher, relict Of late Fetor MacDougall, aged years* „ .........., s' MacDOUGALt 6 th the 79 USBORNE COUNCIL* The municipal council met on i July 2nd, 1927, ip, its monthly meet- j ing pursuant to adjournment, Mem* i bers present, Jas. Rallantype, Reeve and Wellington Skinder and Dan . Dew, Councillors. The minutes of , the meeting of June 4th were read and approved subject to some minor corrections on motion of Dew and Skinner. Correspondence — Western Uni versity proposal re scholarship; filed. Notification from County Clerk re County rates viz: foi* Co, purposes $9773.32; highway rate $4,886.66. Letter from agricultur al representative re weed control act and appointment of weed inspector. Skinner-Dew: Since the lament ed death of George Kellet who lias filled the position of weed inspectoi" for some years, that Samuel Brock be appointed in his place as weed in spector, cow supervisor and sanitary inspector. Carried. Mr. F. Delbridge interviewed the council re insurance against accident for workmen on municipal work. Action was deferred for a month owing to the absence of two of the members of the council board. A drain petition was presented by Norman Passmore and others for a municipal drain on Lot 74, S.T.R, and area included, Dew-Skinner: That it be signed by the Reeve for the Township and forwarded forwith to the Engineer, John Roger. Carried. Skinner-Dew; That the follow ing bills be passed and orders issu- ; ed for payment of same viz; Patrick Whellhan, drain outlet S.W.B. I $2,50; Stephens Bros., gravelling’ Rd. 4 ext. $429.98; Stewart Mc Queen, farm bridge McDougall Drain $20. Gravelling, Walter Johns $37.- 50, Kenneth Johns $37.50, Richard Johns $36.25, Rollie Williams $18.- 75, Chas. Jqhns $11.25, Thos. Yel low $15, Chas. Fisher $13.50, Whit ney Coates $17.50, Cooper McCurdy $15, Alvin Essery $25, Gordon Pen- hale $5.00, Harvey Godbolt $30, W. Webber $30, Geo. Squire $1.50, A. Jaques $95, Verne Pincombe $8.75, Raymond Greenlee $1.25, Ivan Stew art $40, Clayton Smith $20, Thos. Ballantyne $17.50, Edgar Fanson $12.50, Albert Scott $20, Walter McNicol $22.50, Chas. Coward $20, John Stewart $10, Poy Johns $32.- 50; Enos Hurdman $2 5, Ray Brooks $37.50, A. Pym $37.50, Ewart Pym $37.50, W. Stephen $37.50, G. Min er $32.50, N. Coultis $37.50, J. Brock $57, Louis Cornish $1.25, F. Ford $52.50, H. Rowcliffe $55, John Prout $37.‘50, L. Rowcliffe $45, F. Horne $35, Geo. Ferguson $50, F. Ford $1, H. Rowcliffe $1.00, Reg. Delbridge $25, Chas. Jaques $17.50, Sherwood Brock $35, John T. Hern $81.25, G. Johns $38.75, Albert Penwarden $22.50, Everett Skinner $32.50, Gordon Oke $30.00, Harry Strang $53.00, F. Skinner $32.50, Clarence Down $38.50, Chas. Keddy $20.00, Jas. Oke $15.00, Lome Oke $75.00, Moses Beckler $23.75, Joe Kernick $65.00/ Wm. Westlake $105.00, Wm. Ferguson $69.50, AV. Stone $90.00, Edgar Penhale $60.0v, Henry Rhode $78.50, L. McNaugh ton $55.00, Keith McLaren $45.00, C. Muxworthy $10.00, Nelson Hun kin $15.00, Percy Stone $26.50, C. Cann. $13.00, C. Doupe $15.00, Joe Kernick $15.00, Ernie Pym $5.00. A. Etherington $5.00, Seth Brown $49.50, Percy McFalls $45.00, John McNicol $28.75, C. Brown $28.75, P. Whitlock $27.50, Harold Jeffrey $3.00, A. ^Glanville $28.50, Orville Cann $12.00, Victor Jeffrey $6.00, J. Hodgert $5.00, Clayton Smith $5, Roy Coward $5.00, H. Hunter $10., C. Hutchison $82.50, Wm. Moodie foreman $78.75, Garnet McFalls, en gineer 63.00; spreading gravel—L. Oke $9.00, Samuel Pym $15.00, M. Pym $16.25, Harold flunter $2.50. Work; in pit—Jas. Heywood $21.00, .Sam Brock $15.00, Tom Bell $5.00. ‘Grading—George Hunter $10.00, TI. | Hunter $13.75, John Hunter $13.75, Louis Fletcher $66.25; Henry Ford, team labor $31.25; superintendence $67.75; Mrs, H. Ford, clerical work ditching advance $640.Ou meet on o’clock. Henry Strang,®clerk token of have for the time two soc- to of S. COLLINGWOOD—RICHARDSON up till1 Exeter scored one in in the Marks, Wettamoil', j>a.rrei.t, Exeter, Medd, L. Lawson, Pollen, M. Tieman and the DEATH OF MRS CHRISTINA MacDOUGALL Christina Fletcher, widow of late Peter M'acDougall passed away on Wednesday of last week at her home in Usborne. She was born at “Keppola” the home of many gen erations* of Fletchers, in Islay Scot land in 1848, and was the the young est child of the late Hugh and Marian Fletcher. She was a mem ber of the Presbyterian church. Her husband precedcased her in 1904, also two sons, Hugh and Angus died in Scotland, her loss one four daughter ‘bell, Mrs. T. R. Dougall and brother Dr. Colin Fletcher and sister, Marys, private, G. M. Sinclair. The remains w Herisall Union < St. James Anglican church, Ham ilton was the scene of a pretty wed ding on Saturday, June 25th when Lorna Alice Richardson, youngest daughter of Mr. and MrS. Wm. Rich ardson became the bride of Mr. Aid win Menell Collingwood, youngest son of Mrs. and the late James Col lingwood, Rev. A. H. Pavel! officiat ing. Pale pink and white peonies and fern were used to decorate the church and special wedding music was furnished by the choir as the bride was a choir member. Mr. J. Slater sang “O Promise Me” during the signing of the register and as the bridal couple filed out between two lines of the choir. The bride .entered the church with her father and was proceeded down the aisle by the choir. The bride wore a charm ing, dainty gown of white georgette trimmed with rhinestones and lace her veil Brussels net embroidered hem, cap style, caught with orange blossoms, she carried a shower bouquet of Ophelia roses, lillies of the valley, fern and ribbons. Miss Ethne Richardson, sistei’ of the bride was maid of honor attired in mauve taffeta, her bouquet was pale yellow butterfly roses, mauve sweet peas and fern, Miss Clara Glover and Miss Mildred Mason attired in pastel shades of pale pink and pale blue taffeta their bouquets were of pink roses, sweet peas and fern. I.L. Bert Gilson was best man and the ushers were 1 $5.00, Everett Skinner $1.25; Crowley & Murray on Elimville Drain contract Dew: That we adjourn to Saturday, August 6tli, at 1 STEPHEN COUNCIL The council of the Township of She leaves to mourn son, Edward F. and s, Mrs, Stuart Camp- L. Williams, Mrs. Miss Belle, W. one one St. was n Saturday, Rev. ssisted by Rev. ted the serVh ‘re interred in emetery. Mrs. (Dr.) Irwing, of The funeral, which , was held Chidley ac •, conduv ARMS BADLY BURNED Mr. James McInnis, of Strathr who is sufferin to both hands panied by Mrs. A. es. he oy, g from severe burns and arms, accom- -.... McInnis and little daughter, are visiting Mrs. McInnis’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kay. Mr. McInnis, who is employed in a garage at Struthroy, was severely burned recently, when after wash ing his hands and arms in gasoline the fumes became ignited and he was severely burned. The fire start ed from a torch in the hands of a passing workman. .Both arms wore burned from the fingers to the elbow and Mr. McInnis lias suffered con siderably* We Can Help Yon to SeeJBetter Our method of testing Is most com plete and our prices moderate. Of fice hours 9,30 to 12 a.m. and 1.30 to 5 p.m. Evening by appointment U S, FITTON Phone 75’W. OPTOMETRIST petition has been filed with, the council of the Township of Stecihen. requesting that the Mud Creek drain be repaired and asking tho council whose duty is is to keep the drain in repair, to have an Engineer make an examination, and report on the same. Be it therefore resolved that G. A. McCubbin, O.L.S., be in structed to examine the said drain and make his report thereon with power to improve, extend or alter the work or any part thereof, or to change the course, improve the out let, deepen or widen the same oi* make any other improvement which he shall consider advisable and un der authority of the Municipal Drainage Act. Carried. Dearing-Mawhinney: That where as “The Centralia Drain” is out of repair and pursuant to by-law No. 209 of 1914, it is the duty of this Township to keep the same in re pair, be ft therefore resolved that G. A. McCubbin, O.L.S., the Township of Stephen Engineer, be requested to examine and report on the same. Carried. The»following orders were pass ed; Arthur Curtis, rep. culvert, con. 14 $5; Milton Mitchell, dragging S. B., $13.95; Henry Link, ccm’r Blk. 8, E. S„ $77.50; Nelson Shenk, grading, $18; Mich. Madden, grad ing and culvert $40; Alex, McEach ern, com’r Blk. 8-9, 3rd S. Rd. $137.- 50; Patrick Hogan gravel $11.25; Patrick Hogan, gravel $16.50; Pat- rik Hogan, gravel S. B., $1.50; My. Link, grading $71; George Eilber, rep. Essery’s bridge $3.50; Wm. Mason, com’r Blk. 7, E. S. $72; Rich. Davy, com’r cons. 4 and 5 $400.90; Exeter Public Utilities, ac count $4.80; Roy Hodgins, eom’r Blks. 3, 4, 5, S.B. $215; Jos. Guinan sheep inspector $2.00; Russel Mc Gregor, sheep killed by dogs $28; Roy Hodgins, widening and drag ging S. B. $5 8; Nelson Baker, com. Blk. 2, S.B. $3 3; Nelson Baker, com’r Usborne and Stephen $21.25; Nelson Baker, com’r Blk. 1, 1st S. Rd. $171.25; John F. Smith, dam age to separator $40; Noble Scott, com’r Blk. 1, 3rd S. Rd., $80; "Geo. - --------- jpg!).- $3.46 Creek Walker, com’r Blk. 1, E.S.R. 75; Municipal World, supplies Jonah Kessell, rep. Mud bridge $30.50. Henry • Eilber, ELIMVILLE Clerk Mr? j was best man ana uie g^epjien convened in the Town Hall, ----------— Robinson aud' (Irediton, on Monday, the 4th day Mr. R. Barbs, each received a small ( of July at x p nu A11 members were gift from bride and bridegroom, j Minutes of the previous Following the ceremony a, reception iineeting were read and adopted, was held at the home of the bride s • Tetreau-Goetz: That whereas a parents, when 70 guests were serv-■ ed. The bride’s mother wore beige | crepe and bouquet of pink roses and ’ sweet peas, Mrs. Collingwood mother of the groom Wore black satin, rhino- ■ stone buttons and buckle corsage : bouquet of pink roses and fern. The bride received many presents among' them was a handsome mantle clock ’ from the firm where she had worked • for years, a silver tea service from tho girls in her room and a silver ; cake basket from tho boys in Imr gift from Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Johns and Mrs. Will Pybus, of Chiselhurst, attended the Miner picnic near Sarnia last Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Will Butler and Mr. and Mrs. John Francis, of London, were up last Tuesday attending the Johns picnic. Misses Beatrice, Dora and Ila Del- bridge and Mr. Franklin Skinner vis ited in Forest last Sunday: Mr. and Mrs. Leonard O'Reilly and family spent the week-end with relatives near Shelbourne. Misses Joy and Evelyn Whitlock, of St. Thomas, are holidaying in the neighborhood. Sacrament was administered to a large number at the close Sunday morning’s service, children were also baptised, Alberta Eleanor, daughter and Mrs. Nelson Coultis; Isabel, daughter of Mr. and Bruce Cooper and William Harrison son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred. Ford. Mr. Wilfrid Johns returned home from the hospital last Wedne-day. His eye is healed but the sight will not bp normal again. Mr. and Mrs. Baines and children visited during the week with M'rs. Baines' sister. Wm. Elford. Master Howard and Johns had their tonsils Exeter last Friday. Master Roy Hodgert of near Sea forth is holidaying with Mr. Bruce Cooper. Speaking of tall barley Mr, 11. Ford has some well over five feet tall, one stalk measuring five feet foui' inches. The Johns picnic held in Mr. Will. Johns' orchard on Tuesday afternoon of last week was favored with ideal weather. There were about sixty- five present and all spent a very en joyable time together. of last Three Shirley of Mr. Violet Mrs. iwo past Mrs. MaryMiss removed in cake room. for tho occasion.Mrs. Collingwood loft on a trip to Stratford the bride travelling m > black satin coat, white fur collar, ’ white hat and shoes. On their rc-' turn they will reside on Kingston ( Ave. N., Hamilton. ■ ” i the W. C. T. con-1 is being held over, i Creech and R. G. The house was Later decorated Mr. and The report of vention at Blyth, until next week. Messrs. R. N. Seldon were successful in winning. the second prize in the first event. at the Scotch doubles howling • tonraament on the Thistle greens in London each receiving a handsome | 400-day glass clock. I nd Bend SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS A Concert Program by the London Salvation Army Band, consist ing of 40 pieces, playing Sunday, July 17th, afternoon and evening. All music lovers do not miss this treat—-Special solos and duets. OLD TIME FIDDLERS’ CONTEST Monday, July 18th Everybody both young and old come for the fun. square dances. All fiddlers invited to compete for Trophies. Dance, every night in the moonlight to the DON BARRINGER’,S FUNSTERS—“The Ace of Jazz THE Round and the Silver music, of Orchestras” PICNICAND ONLY FOI The day of days Wednesday, July 27 8th ANNUAL—BIGGER AND BETTER EVERY YEAR Keep the date in mind <i