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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1933-06-15, Page 1ESTABLISHED 1873 ?EXETER, ONT., THURSDAY MORNING, JUNE 15th 193& / CITIZENS OF EXETER 4.id SIXTIETH YEAR, NO. 2758 > This store will be closed each Wednesday at noon from May 31st to September 13th Ladies’* Men’s and Children’s* BATHING SUITS We have a very fine stock of bathing suits for all members of the family, including Kliiigtites and Penman’s makes. We have plain colors and combinations in very smart styles. Our children’s all wool bathing suits at $1.00 are exceptional value. We also have extra large sizes for men and women,0 Grass Porch Rugs We have a nice range of verandah rugs in brown, blue and green color­ ings in a good range of sizes and designs at very reasonable prices. Big “B” Brand Work Shirts There is no brand oi* work shirts that quite equals “Big B” Brand for size, workmanship and price. Our special navy blue shirt at 79c. is out­ standing value. Ladies’ and Misses Wash Dresses We have a very fine stock of ladies’ Summer Wash Dresses, in various materials and styles at from $1,00 to $3.95 each, sizes fl14 to 44. 5 Dozen pair Supersilk Chiffon Hosiery on sale this month at 89c. a pair Young Men’s Sleeveless Pullover Sweaters are very popular this sum­ mer. We have a fine range of colors to choose from. New blouses for girls and ladies Flannel skirts in new pastel shades, also a complete range of hosiery, pyjamas, undertvear, corselettes, etc. at much lower prices.o 3 dozen Cushions, Chintz covered on sale at 25c. each. Hundreds of yards of Summer Voiles on sale at 29c. and 39c. a yard. SUPERIOR CHAIN STORE GROCERY SPECIALS FOR THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, Pearl Naptha Soap....................10 bars 28c. Golden Wax Beans........................2 tins 23c. Large Bottle Sweet Pickles....................29c. McCormick “Summer Package” Sodas 10c. Shaker Salt, plain or iodized . . per pkg. 8c. paid, with an extra price for trade. We will Kellogg’s Corn Flakes...........per pkg. 7c. Brunswick Sardines.........................2 tins 9c. Carnation Milk,........... large 10c., small *5c. Big Five Cleanser ...........................per tin 5c. Large Fancy Santa Barbara Prunes 2 lb. 25 POULTRY AND EGGS—Highest cash prices cull your flocks of hens—the work is done by an experienced culler, no charge is made if we buy your poultry. Phone us for prices before you sell your poultry or eggs. Phone 32 Jones & May t - More Week-end Specials - Owing to the success of last week’s specials we have decided to continue the policy for this week. i Phone 32 » DIVINE SERVICE Ivory & Green dish Pans 59c Alum. Coffee Percolators 69c No. 32 gray granite pres.. .. kettle . *...................... Alum., Pres* Kettles ... Granite Pudding Dishes 15c Granite Sauce Pans .. . Granite Cups ............... Granite Pie Plates 2 for 25c Copper Tea Kettles . . $1.98 65c. 89c. 45c< 15c. No. 2 Galv Wash Tubs 89c. No. 9 Boiler Tin with Copper Bottom.........................$1.49 Glass Wash Boards . . 49c. Zinc Wash Boards .... 29c. Clothes Pins .... 100 for 19c Nail Brushes .... 3 for 10c. Tin Sprayers, 1 qt. size .45c. Glass Sprayers . . 15c to 75c Galv Sprinklers 90c to $1.25 members o£ Lebanon Forest'The Lodge A. F. & A. M. No. 1133, Exeter, will attend Divine Worship in James Street United Church on Sun­ day evening next, June 18th. Mem­ bers are requested to meet at the lodge room at 6.30 p.m. Cordial In­ vitation is extended to a>ll visitors. G. W. LAWSON, W.M WE STILL HAVE No. 12 Galv. pails for No* 14 Galv. Pails for 20c. ea. 25c. ea.I. O. O. F Animal Spray .... $1.35 gal Field & Turnip Hoes 60c up Lawn Mowers .... $6.50 ea Carborundum Stones . . 90c. Whet Stones .... 15c. & 25c Guaranteed Scythes $1.75 ea Grass Shears & Trimmers all prices Solid Steel Casting Rod 69c. Fish Lines.........5c. to $1.50 Fishing Reels .. 25c to $1.75 Playground Balls 50c to $1.50 Soft Ball Bats 50c to $1.00 Vacuum bottle, pt size 35c ea 50 ft* rubber hose .... $3.95 Lime for Spraying 10 lbs 25c Decoration Day Sunday, June 25th The Brethren will meet at the Exeter cemetery at 3.00 p.m. A cordial invitation to visitors. Breth­ ren are requested to wear badges. E. R. HOPPER, N. G. TRAQUAIR & LINDENFIELD AN EXPLANATION When the storm swept this com­ munity en Wednesday .morning of last week and the hydro power went eff we were unable to operate Our type-setting machine and as a ’con­ sequence we were practically at a standstill. During the afternoon we visited the Centralia and Cfediton district to note the destruction caus­ ed by the atom. The power came oh at nine O’clock In the evening and by working ail night we were ante to publish our paver in most of the mails morning as usual, news, however, that for the paper had to and most of it appears this weak. time to catch oil Thursday Considerable Was intended he held ovet DIED IN WINNIPEG Mr. John Heaman, a former resi­ dent of this community died recent­ ly at the Winnipeg Hospital, aged 61 years. About 25 years ago the de­ ceased with his wife and family left this 'community and settled near Vir­ den, Man. The deceased was born at Devon, a so«i of the late Jeremiah Heaman. He was united in marriage with Emma Raker, who predeceased him about 20 years ago* He is sur­ vived by four sons. He is also sur­ vived by three sisters, three brothers and two half-brothers; Mrs, Willfam Baker, of town; Mrs. S. Johnston, Of Seaforth; Mrs.’NOrah Tapp, Thomas James, Jerry, Charles and jos. ail in the vicinity Of Virden. * STRAWBERRY GARDEN TEA A strawberry garden tea will be held on the Trivitt Memorial church lawn on Friday, June 16th from 3 to 7 ’ p.m, Collection. - ■----. ■---- --- Mb W. J. Servent.unanagef of the Swift Canadian, brancn in Exeter, has moved with Mrs. Servent into the residence of Mr. Milo Snell on Main street recently vacated by Mts. Pol­ len. Fatality at Cromarty The news of the tragic death of Simon Andrew Millar a prominent resident of Cromarty, who was kill­ ed instantly about eight o’clock Fri­ day evening when severar large sec­ tions of a dance floor, which he was assisting in moving fell on top of him, came as a great shock to a wide circle of friends. The sections of- the floor were being taken down Mr. Millar was assisting when ap­ parently they overbalanced and Millar being unable to escape was crushed beneath their weight.. Dr McGregor, of Dublin, was called and Coroner, Dr. A. D. Armstrong, of Mitchell visited the »cene of the ac­ cident. Mr. Millar was in his 65th year and had lived in Cromarty all his life, operating a wagon shop for more than forty years. He was a member of the. Presbyterian church and made flowers his special hobby He is survived by his bereaved wi­ dow, whose maiden name was Susana Stacey and one son, Lloyd, or Stratford. Three brothers also sur­ vive, Alex and Thomas, of Timmins and Alfred, of Toronto and two sis­ ters. Miss Margaret and Mrs. Walker both of Calgary. The funeral service was held on Monday afternoon and was attended by many friends from Milverton, Mitchell, Seaforth, Hen- sall, Toronto, Timmins, Grimsby Stratford and surrounding neigh­ bourhood. The deep sympathy ot many friends was expressed by the profusion of many flowers. The ser­ vices were conducted by Rev. Mr Elder, of Milverton and Rev. Mr Cranston, of Welland, both, former pastors and these were assisted by Dr. Duncan, of Stratford, and Rev A. R. Gibson, of Mitchell. A solo was rendered by Mrs. Meadows, of Wing­ ham, Remains were laid to rest In Staffa cemetery. The pall bearers were: Otto Walker, Roy McCullough John Scott, William Campbell, Al­ fred Drew and Duncan McKellar. and Mr MRS. M. R. CO.MPLIN IS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN NEW BRUNSWICK CRASH WOODSTOCK, N. B. June 9.— Mrs. Montague R. Complin, Hamil­ ton, Ontario, was in the Fisher Mem­ orial Hospital here tonight, serious­ ly injured as a result of an automo­ bile accident near Allandale. Miss Sutherland, of Toronto, the driver of the car and Mrs. Complin's small son Fred escaped injury. The trio were motoring through the Shogomoc woods when an at­ tempt to pass another automobile said to have been on the wrong side of the road, caused the Ontario car to turn completely over. Mrs. Complin appeared to be para­ lyzed today. ’The result of an x-ray examination was awaited to deter­ mine the extent of her injuries. The above report appeared in Sat­ urday's papers and up to going to press we have heard no further word as to Mrs. Complin’s condition. Her many friends in Exeter and com­ munity will hope for her recovery. WILLING TO CO-OPERATE A meeting of representatives of the various churches in Exeter met In the Carnegie Library Sunday after­ noon and it was unanimously agreed that the citizens of Exeter are will­ ing to co-operate with those who have suffered from the recent storm and will gladly assist in cleaning up the wreckage. Those needing such assistance kindly leave their requests with any member of the committee. AU citizens who are willing to lend a helping hand by giving a portion of their time or by paying for the services of some who are' out of work are likewise asked to make it known to any member of the committee. The members of the committee se­ lected are B. W. F. Beavers, chair­ man; Reeve B. M. Francis and J. M Southcott, Secretary. DR. MARGARET STRANG Will Speak in Caven Church, Exeter Sunday Morning, June 18th at 11 o’clock. She will tell some of her exper­ iences in the Peace River country. Everybody Cordially Welcome Strawberry Festival CENTRALIA United Church BOARD OF EDUCATION A meeting of the Board of Educa­ tion was held in the Public Library at 8 o’clock, Monday evening, June 12, 1933. Absent, W. H. Dearing, H. T. Rowe, R. Creech and Mrs. Beavers. The minutes of the prev­ ious meeting were read and approv­ ed. Principal Wethey was present and discussed matters in connection with the High School. Per L. Day and S. M. Sanders that the matter of advertising for teacher to take the place of Miss Brain be left over until the next meeting. Car- Principal Howard’s an enrolment of 2'28, 19; 175 days absence Date of school closing and Entrance Examinations July 3rd, 4th and 5th. Per S. M. Sanders and T. That the blanket resolution ing text books to be used tion 'of the Principal be usual. Per F. J. Delbridge and That the following accounts be paid B. W. F. Beavers, supplies $5.8(3'; S. B. Taylor, repairs $l.Dtr; Jones & May, supplies $1.10; Grigg Station­ ery Co., exam, supplies $53.72. Per L. Day—Adjurnment until Monday evening, June lDtn. K. MacFaul, Sec’y. report showed average 219.- and 19 lates. tc ee June 29 set for Jones: regard- at discre- passed as T. Jones: Misfortune seems ko have dogged the heels of Mr. Wm. Bowden, Cen­ tralia. Mr. Bowden rost his .fine barn in the. storm last week. Mrs Bowden was away at me time and on returning to her home the shock was too great and she was taken ill and confined to her clays. .She is able again. On Monday was engaged with a 'the horses became frightened started to run. the gate Mr. Bowden was thrown from the wagon, the wheels of which passed over his body. He suf­ fered a fractured nose and numerous cuts and bruises. bed for several to be around as Mr. Bowden team of horses and In making a turn at •S Tuesday, June 20th Supper commencing at 5.3'0 p.m. Followed by a play 'Money and Mud’ by Exeter ladies and other musical numbers. Admission 25c. and 15c. BASEBALL AT 6.15 SUNDAY SCHOOL (ANNIVERSARY THAMES ROAD UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY, JUNE Sunday School at Services at 11 a.m. and 18th 9.45 7.,3i0’ p.m. TUESDAY, JUNE 20th STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Followed by a. play "Arnold Goes into Business” put on by the Young people of James St. United Church. Exeter. Two real treats for an ad­ mission price of adults 35c.; chil­ dren 20c, Strawberry Festival in the g Elimville Church — on — THE LATE MRS. WM. CREECH Exeter has lost another of its old and highly esteemed residents in the person of Mrs. William Creech who passed away on Sunday in her 84th year. The deceased nat! peen ailing for the past four or five years but! until recently she was able to be up and around for part of the day. Her maiden name was Annie Bissett, be­ ing a. daughter of the late James Bi4 sett. She was born on the 3rd con­ cession of Usborne Township when this community was litt/Ie more than a bush and she has Witnessed its transformation from the pioneer days until the present. Her hus- hand predeceased her eleven years. She is survived by one son Richard N., of town. She is also survived by two sisters and two brothers: Mrs. John Welsh, of Winnipeg; Miss Fannie Bissett, of town; Mr. John Bissett, of London and Thomas, of Usborne. Deceased was a member of the James Street United church and held in the highest esteem by all who enjoyed her acquaintance. The funeral was held on Tuesday af­ ternoon conducted by Rev. J. H. Stainton interment in the Exeter cemetery. The palil bearers were Messrs. Walter Dearing, B'ert Bis­ sett, John Norry, Wm. Fraser, W. E Sanders and Wm. Carling. LAST CALL FOR HELP Wednesday, Juue 28th Followed by a splendid program by the Huronia Male Concert Com­ pany, W. R. Goulding, A.T.C.M. con­ ductor. This organization is receiv­ ing splendid ’ovations everywhere and a good program is assured. The group includes F. Abbott, reader; C. Godbolt, comedian; G. Grant, violinist and many other features. On Monday night, June 19th at Goderich, will start the first of the series of six concerts for the Lion’s Crippled Children Fund in Huron County. It is a huge undertaking and re­ flects great credit on the Club which wholly and singly have worked sc hard for this humane cause, to keep it alive during this time of stress. The unfortunate crippled child is no ^espector of times or conditions and we must carry on, therefore, we have to pull up the belt another notch and help. We are sure the whole County will respond nobly to this great cause. A committee of the Lions Club will be in town this week to foster the sale of seats. Help them! This Lions Fund for crippled chil­ dren of Huron County is one of the 'most deserving charities possible tc donate funds to. Any cash dona­ tions could be sent to Mr. Harry Ed­ wards or Mr. Robt. Johnston, God­ erich. Every penny goes to the cause— there is no exception! The Concert Recital will be held I in Trivitt Memorial Church, Exeter I on the evening of June 22nd. Admission. Adults 35c. Children 15c Anniversary Services Kirkton United Church Sunday School SUNDAY, JUNE 18th George Kersey, Mitchell at bothRev. services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.. Mu­ sic by scholars of the Sunday School. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21st STRAWBERRY & MEAT SUPPER on the CHURCH LAWN Program by "The Melva Concert Company, of London, including the following artists: Willie Bell, come­ dian; Sybil Higman Boss, reader; Mr. Fred Dowling, basso; Mr. Stan­ ley Young, Xylophonist; Mr. G. H, Brown, tenor and violinist; Mrs. D, F. Melvin accompanist. ‘SUPPER .SERVED FROM 5.30 to 8 Admission: 40c. children 25c. Accommodation rain or shine I Mr. Ivan Jackson, of Chatham who was working with the Bell Tele­ phone Company assisting in fixing up the lines following the storm suf­ fered a sun stroke Thursday and was confined to his room for several days. He returned to his work the first of the week. iSome alarm was felt Sunday after* noon when a severe windstorm came up about about four o’cldck in the afternoon. The limbs were broken from! a number of trees and for a time the hydro Service was disrupt­ ed. Another part df the roof of the canning factory was torn tiff. A Wooden silo bn the farm of tllayton Fhayhe, Thames Road, Was blown down. Two chimneys were blown off of Cecil Rowe’s house In Hay Tp. Messrs. Wm. Frayne and Homer Bagshaw and the former’s mother Mrs. Jas. Frayne left on Monday by motor for an extended trip to the West. Mrs. Frayne will visit for a few weeks with her e>ster Mrs. Les­ lie Smith, of St. Cloud, Mitin., while the two men will visit with relatives farther west. Mr. Alfred Hedging, of Stephen who suffered a fractured leg and collar bone whan his barn blew down on the third concession of Stcpheh on Wednesday last is new resting comfortably. ANNUAL James Street United Church PROGRAM THURSDAY, JUNE 22nd S.30 TO 8 P.M. PLAYLETTE—’’MONEY AND MUD” AND MUSICAL NUMBERS A NOVELTY BOOTH IN CHARGE OF GROUP THREE ADMISSION—25c. and 15c.