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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1928-03-01, Page 1LJ^TER, TIMES, ESTABLISHED 1873 I AMALGAMATED ®XETER ADVOCATE, ESTABLISHED 1887/DECEMBER 1st, 1924 EXETER, ONT., THURSDAY MORNING, MARCH 1st, 1928 FIFTY-FIFTH TEAR, HQ. Groceries! ... 39c. each SPECIAL ! Staunton’s Ready-Trimmed Wall Papers Stautons Sun worthy Wallpapers are guaranteed riot to fade. They ate’ . all trimmed, ready to hang,, and are medium price. Come’in and see our , new, Spring Merchandise SPECIAL ! HARDWARE — AND *— PAINT STORE LOWE BROSUSE DUCO Canned Peas..........................10c; a tin. JuHb. pail of Corn Syrup at 33c. a lb. 10 lb. pail of Com Syrup at 65c. .Zinc Washboards . .. Spring Home Furnishings New Rugs, Linoleums, Congoleums, Window Blinds, Curtain Materials, Table Oil Cloths. Let us save you inoney on these lines. CURTAIN VELOUR—50 inches »wide for doorways, over curtains, etc* .Jill popular colors in single and double quality at very reasonable prices. Dutch Cleanser.........10c. 2 for 19c. Handy Ammonia ...........4 pkg. 25c. Lux............... . 3. pkg. for 28c. Sugar ,..............$6.45 per h. SPECIAL ! Per Bag $6.45 CASH ORDER NOW, AS THIS IS THE LOWEST PRICE ON SUGAR FOR YEARS. Every Department in our Stord is rapidly filling with Spring Merchandise* We have a Large Stock to select from at Very Attractive prices. Ladies’ and Misses’ Spring Coats Over one hundred coats now in stock for your early inspection. .Plain tailored styles also coats, with collars of moleskin etc; will be very popular for the coming season. . Come early and look them over. Spring and Summer Dresses The new dresses are here for Spring and Slimmer. We have a large! Stock at very reasonable prices. , HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT The High .School commencement will be held Friday, evening, March’ 9, when the diplomas, medals, and other prizes will be distributed. A special program of vocal and instru­ mental music is being prepared it under the leadership of Mr. R. Goulding. TANSFERRED TO CREDITON Mr, W. A. Patrick, teller of Canadian Bank of Commerce, be.en transferred to the Crediton branch and Mr. J. ft, Hajnbly, of Midland, takes Mr. Patrick’s place here. Mr. Patrick has made friends while in Exetei* and Hie best wishes of all will follow him. dr’ SHOWER FOR BRIDJ2-TO-BE On Thursday evening of last week a number of girls met at the home of Miss Hazel Kestle in honor of Miss Ruth Jory, bi^e-to-be. Tlie evening was pleasaiiriy spent' in games and contests after which a couple of the girls brought in a dec­ orated cradle with many pretty and useful -presents.. . Lunch was and before breaking »np all hands and sang “Fdr*. she’s good fellow.” WOULD REFUSE DRIVER’# LICENSE TO THOSE WHO HAVE LIQUOR PERMITS 7. ■ ■ DIED IN KANSAS’ CITY for AV, .the lias served joined jollya word II TORONTO, Feb. 23.—-Address­ ing the Legislature this after­ noon in the debate on the bud­ get, W. G. M’edd, (Prog., Huron S.) expressed the opinion that. persons who have liquor permits should not be given permits to drive automobiles. Drunken au­ tomobile drivers were becoming a menace, he said.Mr. Medd remarked that what ’l with “hunters’ permits, drivers’ permits4 and drinkers’ permits, the people of Ontario were be- i coming Overbudened. Too many should not be given to one per- J son.” Mr. ment carry work, Medd favored the appoint- of a Qualified person to on temperance educational ACCIDENT Groceries! APPLES are scarce, you will appreciate these low prices on these seasonable good# ORANGE MARMALADE 40 oz. jar 32c., 4 pound pail 49c. PRUNES—A brand new special ori prunes—Best quality Santa Barbara! -Prunes, mediqm size, 3 pound for 28c. or $2.19 a box. JAM—Raspberry, Blackberry and Peach Jam: .40 oz. jar 44c.; 4 pound pail 62c.; STRAWBERRY JAM, 40 oz. jar for 52c-, 4 pound pail 69c.; THE FOLLOWING PRICES ARE GOOD TILL SATURDAY NIGHT, MARCH 3 Mrs. W. J, Bissett received of the death of-her brother, Wm. J. Welsh, which took place at Kansas City, Mo., on February 22nd. The deceased, who was about 72 years of age, was ill for only about two weeks.. Mr. Welsh spent his early life in Exeter and was a carpenter by trade. He left here .about 50 years ago going to Brussels where he was married to Miss Mary Strat­ ton and later they moVed to Kansas City. Besides his widow the de­ ceased is survived by >twb sons two daughters,. >, ' . On Saturday afternoon last Made­ line, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Al­ vin Brintnell met with a. painful ac­ cident while ’playing at the hill on Mr. F. Taylor’s farm. A number of boys and girls wore tobogganing and Madeline was in the act of crawling through a fence when the sharp point of a barb wire caught the fleshy part of her right leg and tore a very ugly gash. It required seven stitches to close the wound. and Car. Red path for Painting your Kitchen Furniture Paints and Varnishes All Colors in Stock 50c. a tin up Try the Johnson Electric Polisher $2.00 per day;. $1.23 for half day JOHNSON WAX 75c. lb. JOHNSON’S LIQUID WAX In bottles 50, 85 and. $1.45 Covers More Lasts Longer Looks Better Color Cards for the asking Guaranteed Axes and Saws 444 ............. $1.75 Samson ..... $2.00 Handled axes .......... $2.40 Black Diamond X Cut Saws $6.50 Tinsmithing and Plumbing Estimates Furnished Heaman’s Hardware & Paint Store =£J BIRTHS DEATHS HILL-—In Hamilton on Thursday, March 23rd to Mr. and Mrs. F. Hill, a Son- (William Nelson.) ;;.^TATHA’M—At Parkhill on Febru­ ary ,st to Mr, and Mrs. Isaac Sta­ tham, a son (Henry Daniel.) MARRIAGES McLAREN—-JORY—At the James St. United Parsonage, Exeter, on Tuesday, February 29th, Ruth Vivian, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Samuel lory, of Stephen, to Mr. Keitli Simpson McLaren, son of Mr. ahd Mrs. W. E. McLaren, of 1 r I »ir. ana WBr vy, Auujutueu, u J ^Cromarty, by Rev, p, McTavish. TREBLE-—'In Exeter, on Tuesday, February 28th, William treble in his 8 Sth year, HOWALD— in Hay Township, cm Friday, February 24, 1928, John Howald, aged 77 years, 4 months and 10 days. McEWEN—At Tillsonburg oh Satur­ day, February 25th, P. H. Mc­ Ewen, Tell some folks about anything ahd it goes in both ears and comes out the mouth. IN MEMORIAL! McFALLS— In loving memory of my dear husband and father, Wil­ bert McFalls, who died two years ago March 3rd, 1926. Gone, deal* father, gone for ever, How we miss your smiling face, But you left us to remember. None on earth can fill your place A happy home we once enjoyed, How sweet the memory still, But death has left a loneliness. The world can never fill. Sadly missed by wife and family, p.p. IN MEMORIAM HARTLEIB—In loving memory of Mrs. Jonas Hartleib, who was called to rest, two years ago, on March 1, 1926. c.c. The dearest mother and sweetest friend, One of the best whom God could lend. v She was loving, gentle, thoughtful and true. Always willing a kind act to do. It is not tears at the moment shed, That tell hoW beloved'* is -the soul ’ that has fled, But tears through many a long night wept, •And loving remembrance fondly kept. Sadly missed by husband and child­ ren. IN MEMORIAM WUERTH—In loving r Frederick J. Wuerth, who'died on March 1st, 1927 to be with the Lord. We do not forget him, we loved him so dearly. For his memory to fade from our lives like a dream, Lips heed not speak when the heart mourns sincere^'. But grief often dwellsMyhere it seldom is seen. . Another Jink in bur family chain is broken—* • He has gone from our home, but not > from out4 hearts. P<P- Wife and Children memory o£ forever (—----—— -------—- CAttD OF THANKS The family of the late John Ho­ wald, of Hay 'Tp.rwlsh to express theii' sincere thanks to the neigh­ bors ahet friends for the kindness and sympathy extended during theij, recent bereavemeiitr also to those who furnished cars and for the flor­ al tributes. c.c. TO HOLD ESSAY CONTEST ALSO MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN An interesting and .. instructive meeting >©>£ the ticultural Society Thursday evening Mr. B. W. F. comprehensive report o/ the Horti­ cultural convention which he . at­ tended recently in Toronto as the delegate from the Exeter society. So many valuable suggestions were given by Mr. Beavers- in his report .that the society tho^j/;,f'it advisable to file-it for future reference. Musi­ cal numbers consisted of a trio by the Misses Doris Salter, Jean Sheere and Helen Penhale and solo by Mr. W. Cutbush with Miss Vera Essery as accompanist. It was decided to hold an essay contest for the boys and girls in the near future and al­ so to ask them to assist in the an­ nual membership and premium campaign. The interest of the juniors in horticulture .is a very commendable feature of the society. Exeter Hor- was held last in .Senior’s I-Iall. Beavers gave a very McLaren—jory A quiet wedding took place at the James St. United parsonage on Wed­ nesday, February 29th, at twelve o’clock noon when Miss Ruth Vivian. Jory, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, S. Jory, of Stephen, was united in mar­ riage to M'r. Keith Simpson McLar­ en, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Mc- the ceremony Rev. D. McTa- were Miss Mil- Jas. McLaren, the contracting the ceremony Laren, of Cromarty, being performed by vish. The. witnesses dred Jory and Mr. brother, and sister of parties. Following __ ______„ the wedding party went to the home of the bride’s parents where a wed­ ding dinner was served. After a short honey-moon Mr. and Mrs. Mc­ Laren will take up their residence on a farm near Varna. EXETER COUNCIL A regular meeting was held in the town hall. Absent Councillor Rivers The minutes of the meeting held on Feb, 15th were read and approved. Correspondence was read as fol­ lows: Letter from Mr. Thos. Clarke re drain along Simcoe St. Filed. Letter from the secretary of the library board, Mr. H, E. Huston re increase of salary to ,the librarian to $300 per annum. Letter from the Public Utilities Co mxnission ref err in g n to th e matter of ringing the bell and winding the clock again to the council. Filed. A letter from the Department of Health, Toronto, re annual conven­ tion of the, Canadian section of-the American Water Works Association to be held in London, M'arch 7, 8, 9, 1928, asking for representatives to attend, Letter from the imperial Oil Co.,, and the Barrett Co.', Ltd, of Toronto re penetration pavements, Filed for reference. Per Councillor Francis, seconded by Councillor Christie that as 'mem­ bers of the Municipal- Council'we beg to place on record-our sincere sympathy to our fellow-councillor, Mr. H. C. ‘Rivers and his'esteemed, wife in the loss of their little dau­ ghter Shirley. Carried, . Per Bierling and Francis, that a grant of $75 be made to the Horti­ cultural Society. ’ Per Francis and Christie, that the reeve and treasurer are hereby ;em-’ powered to borrow the necessary sums of money to provide for muni­ cipal expenditures for 1928. Carried The following accounts were read and ordered paid: Exeter Times- Advocate, printing ' and supplies, $90.0 4; Thos. Collingwood, labor library $1^.05; E. /j/’Christie, coal library $72.60;^Wjh-^\Webber, team team team team team We Can Help Top to See Better Our method of testing is most com* ---------- - * OL<piete and our price's moderate, flee hours 9.3Q to 12 a.m. arid to 5 p.m. Evening by appointment S. FITTON Phone 75w. OPTOMETRIfiH r~ir-~"• ■-....................................... AUTHORIZED CHRYSLER DEALER .... •- *■ 7 ■' * •* - 4. J G, F. Penwarden Centralia Another Big Opera House, EXETBR — ON — Wednesday, March 7th Dancing* to Commence at 9 o’clock; $42:56; Clyde'Heyw-ood, $40;. Peter. Coleman, $15; • Elmer Reeder, $17.50.; Theo. Walper, ..... $15; Ernest Collingwood, to ig rooms in Town. Hall, $2. Wm. Smith, labor, labor, labor, labor,. labor, cleaning Cemetery accounts: ........... labor, $8. Passed on motion of Bier- ling and Francis. Adjournment by Francis. Jos. Senior, Clerk, GLOOM CHASERS ORCHESTRA Come and bring your friends fox a real enjoyable evening. Gentlemen 95c pins tax LADIES PLEASE PROVIDE LUNCK EXETER DANCE COMMITTEE I S. R. Reed, President; W. A. Patrick Sec’y-Treas.; J. Penrice and Artliux, Jones, Committee - DEATH OF ONLY CHILD The sympathy of. the community has been deeply touched during the week and goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Harper C. Rivers in the loss of their little daughter, Shirley Marjorie, who passed away in Victoria Hos­ pital, London, on Friday, February 24th, aged 2 years, 3 months and 20 days. The deceased was taken 1 ill with influenza which developed into inflammation of the brain. She was taken to London hospital on Monday of last week and early Fri­ day morning she passed away. In nature’s garden the mature flowers just naturally fade away and decay but in this- instance a bright little bud has been plucked from-a happy* home leaving the *1 parents grief stricken and deep and sincere are the expressions of sorrow heard on every side. The funeral, private, was held on Monday conducted by Rev. D. McTavish. The floral tri­ butes were very beautiful. Mrs. Rivers name before her marriage was Marjorie Huston. DEATH OF J. T. KEYES On Wednesday, February the death removed one of Stanley’s prominent residents in the person of Mr. J. T. • Keyes. Mr. Keyes was born on the Babylon Line-nearly 68 years ago, he was the eldest son,of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Keyes and all his life has been spent on the .Babylon Line. He took an ac­ tive interest in public affairs and fon a number of years was a ‘mem­ ber of the Stanley Council. He al­ so took a deep interest in the work of the church and Sabbath school and held an official position- in the former Methodist church and later in the United church fol" about 50 years. He also taught the Bible Class in the Goshen S.-S. for a great many years. Not only was he ac­ tive in public life and church work, but he made a success Of farming. The late Mr. Keyes was united in marriage about 40 years ago to Miss Elizabeth Reck, who, with* a family '■tfftwo daughters ahd one son sur­ vive him. The family are: Mrs. A. Sturdy, of Goderich Tp., Mrs. Wm. J. Clark, of Stanley and Clifford H. of the Babylon Line. He is also survived by ode brother Nelson Keyes of the Babylon Line. 15, W. CARD OF TttANKS Mr. ahd Mts. Harper C. Rivers gratefully acknowledge with heart­ felt apprecidtioh the many kind and thoughtful expressions of sympathy received during their recent sad bereavement, also for the floral tributes and loan of autos, DIED IN TILLSONBURG The' death took place suddenly in Tillsonburg, on Saturday last of Mr. P. H. McEwen, son-in-law of Mr. D. Mack, of town, and for several years a resident of Exeter. The deceased was taken ill in the morning and passed away in the evening, heart trouble being the cause of death. The deceased was born in Parkhill over 40 years ago -and about ten years ago was united in marriage to Miss Mary Mack, who with one dau­ ghter, ■ Jean,- mourn, tile loss of- an affectionate. husband and father,. For a’ number of years they • resided in ■Exeter and several years ago- -left here for Tillsonburg. Besides his wife and daughter he is survived by his. mother, two -brothers -and two sisters, Frank, John, M’ab.el and Ha­ zel, all of Toronto. The remains were taken to Toronto Monday for interment. Service- was held at the home of the deceased’s mother con­ ducted by Rev. Mr. Long,, of Tillson­ burg. Rev. Mr. Carriere -and Rev. M. Whiting were p,resent-at the ser- Mr. Wilfred Mack and Mr. A. of of Prizes for Essays The Exeter Horticultural Society .offers Prizes for the two best Essays*, on '■’ " *' - • • 1. in 2. vice. .. _____________ ___ Jones- from here, . Mrs. Davis, 'Montreal and Mr. Drummond, Ailsa Craig attended- the funeral. KIRKTON There was ;nd. service in United church, on Sunday last owing to the Anniversary services at Mt. Pleas­ ant. Rev. J. L. Foster: supplied . in Mitchell, for Rev. Mr;- S&warl/ who preached at Mt. Pleasant. Mr. Amos Doupe attended the funeral o£ Mr. J. W. Beattie, Stratford on Friday . Mrs. Lester McCurdy, of Detroit, is visiting friends here. The remains of Mrs. John Elliott were brought here from London’on Sunday and laid* to rest in St. Paul’s cemetery. She had reached the ripe age of 80 years. Rev. Mr. Bulteel had charge of the service. Mr. Sidney White arrived home from England last week with his bride, who was Miss Ada Fletcher,, of Sheffield, Eng; The young couple intend making their home here and we extend to them wishes for many years of health and prosperity. A little baby girl arrived on Fri­ day at the home o£ Mr. and, Mrs. Trueman Tuft. The Box Social on Friday night given in aid of the library was a success in every way. Although the night was cold there was a good crowd present and the program Which consisted of community sing­ ing, violin selections by Miss M. Berry, songs by the Paul boys, drill, comical coons, reading by Mrs. R. Hazelwood, song by Mrs. J. Veitch, recitation Miss Audrey Paul, piano duet, Miss Helen Brethour and El­ eanor Doupe, reading by Rev. Bul­ teel, vocal duett, Miss Brethour and Jas. Howe, solo by Mrs. Bulteel, so-v lo by Wm. Mills were well received. Mr. Silas Shier acted as chairman and Mr. John O’Brien auctioned off the boxes which sold well averaging $1.30 a box. 'The receipts of the evening amounted -to $61.00 .either of. the subjectsi.T—..... What has The Horticultural cicty done for Exeter? What can The Horticultural ciety do for Exeter? i So* So* OJB? 3, OPEN TO BOYS AND GIRLS ANY SCHOOL IN EXETER OR_ SURROUNDING COUNTRY TWO SETS OF PRIZES 1. For those 12 years or under 1st $1.00; 2nd 50c. For those 14 years or under n 1st $1.00; 2nd 50c. ?’ Prize Essays will be published in the local papers and not to be over 5.0.0 words. ARTICLES TO BE IN HANDS OF- THE JUDGES NOT LATER THANJ SATURDAY, MARCH 17th, 1938 B. W. F. BEAVERS, S. J. HOGARTH Judges DANCE COME TO THE DANCE IN LEE*S HALL ON SATURDAY, MARCH Dancing to commence at 8:30 Admission Gents 50c. Ladies 35c. . a community WM. treble, passes . Mr. Wm. Treble, widely’ kiiown throughout the community and the oldest person born in the Towp^hip of Usborne, passed away on Tuesday in his 88th year. The deceased, who was never sick a day in his life un­ til his last Illness, was confined to his bed for about a week, the break-, ing up of a rugged constitution be­ ing the cause of his death. Mr. Treble was born on the London Road south of Exeter and all his life .was lived in his When he was a lad when all of this section was bush, there being a few clearing of small size along the London life the later in __ .....__..... few men knew their job better than Mr. Treble knew his. While Mr. Treble had never suffered from sick­ ness he has been laid up several times through accidents. Te had a bright and retentive mind and few of, the happenings in the earlier ddys slipped his memory. He was united in marriage to Catherine Sheere who predeceased him in Oc­ tober 1923. Six sons and two dau­ ghters survive, Mrs. Hoskins, of Lon­ don; Mrs. S. Parsons, Edward and Effie of town; Fred, of Seattle, Wash.; Mrs, Roger Crocker; A. E., Andrews, of PointeX, and Miss Ruby, of Toronto. Andrews is on her why home from the west and the remains are being held pending her arrival. It is ex­ pected that the funeral will be held Sunday afternoon. Mr. C. C. Pilon, who recently dis­ posed of his garage in Exeter, has secured an excellent position with the Chrysler Motor Co., having been appointed distributor for Chrysler cars throughout Western Ontario, With territory extending from north of London to Owen Sound. As dis­ tributor, Mr. Filon plaeed niauy Chrysler cars in Huron county last year, and he will how undertake to set up a bettor sales organization throughout the larger district. Road. During his early deceased was a framer and life he moved buildings and The Government seed train is in Exeter to-day giving demonstration of seed and seed cleaning equipment Many Fanners are in town taking in the demonstration. “The Sunbeam Trio” three clever artists, Miss Kathryn Sells, pianist, Miss Slay, vocal soloist and Miss G. Lammie, violinist, will give an en­ tertainment in the James St. United, church on Wednesday, evening, March 15th. These young ladies are winning for themselves high praise for the splendid concerts they are putting on. Alfalfa, Timothy Seed Red Clover, Sweet Clover, Alsike Clover Mrs. Sask. Mrs. ■' WE HAVE A FULL LINE READY FOR YOUR J SPRING REQUIREMENTS You will soon be needing* them and anyone whd needs Alfalfa Seed will do Well to get their Supply early aS thd supply is limited. Our seed department is being run as a separate depart- ment We are obliged to remind you that seed is CASH. We do not intend to open up an account system for our seed department. We believe this to be iri your best interests as well as our own. We will try to give you’ the Best Yriltijes that we have ever given. JONES & MAY