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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1933-06-29, Page 5THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE THURSDAY, JUNE 29, 1933 for some time. A number of our local Conserva­ tives attended the big Conservative rally at Mitchell on Wednesday ev­ ening when the Hon. Geo. Henry Premier .of the Province of Ontario addressed the Perth Conservatives Saturday being the first of July, the usual Wednesday half holiday will not be observed tms week. The stores »will be open on Friday even­ ing and the Dashwood Rrass Banct will give another of their concerts. Mrs. Joseph Hudson Sr. who has been seriously ill at her home on South Richmond street, west, is showing a slight improvement. Mrs. Hudson is one of Hensail’s grand old ladies being in her 93rd year and her many friends hope she will be spared ^for a time yet. . Messrs. McGregor and Coleman who had the contract for gravelling the streets finished oh Firday every street in town being gravelled. The road running into town from the East will not be gravelled till fall. Several streets in town have been oiled. This is paid for by property owners who are benefitted. The many friends of Mr. A. L. Case will be pleased to know he is improving after his recent severe illness. Mr. Case has been serious­ ly ill during the past three months. Rev. Arthur Sinclair was in Ben- miller on Tuesday last attending a meeting of the Presbytery. On June 30th he will preside at the induc­ tion services of Rev. E. F. Chandler, at Kippen. A large crowd witnessed the base­ ball game played on our local dia­ mond on Friday evening between New Hamburg and Hensall. The score was 29-2 in favor of Hensall. Mrs. Russell Sterling, of Melita, Man., is spending a few days visiting friends in town. Mrs. Sterling was formerly Miss Stella Wilson1 eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wil­ son formerly of the 3rd '.concession of Tuckersmith. The many friends here of Mrs. W. Henry were congratulating her on Thursday last, the occasion being her 89th birthday. Mrs. Henry is still quite active. She is1 spending a few days with her step-daughter Mrs. J. G. Scott, of Cromarty. Mrs. John Murdock, Mrs. John Dinsdale, Mrs. Hannah Taylor, Mrs. John Henry Petty and Mrs. Woods were in Stratford on Monday visit­ ing their brother Mr. Wm. Butts who is seriously ill with pneumonia. Miss Nora Petty is nursing him. The Stratford and Hensall base­ ball teams lined up on our local diamond on Monday evening for an­ other of the schedule games, Hen­ sall winning easily 7 to 3. A large crowd was present to witness the game. The Hensall team is play­ ing great ball and at the end of the season should be well toward the top. The annual birthday party of the W. M. S. of the Carmel Presbyter­ ian church was held in the basement of the church on Thursday after­ noon. A solo was given by Mrs. J. W. Bonthron and a duet by Mrs. W. A. McLaren and Mrs. A. Dougall. Mrs. Lane, of Godericn gave a very interesting address which was much enjoyed. Afterwards a dainty lunch was served. There was an ex­ cellent attendance present. Mrs. Arthur Rennie, of Frobisher. Sask., is visiting relatives in and around Hensall. Mrs. Rennie and her mother Mrs. Raymor and their adopted son motored down. Mrs. Raymor is visiting with her sister ift Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Rennie have been in the Forbisher district about 25 years. They had a complete crop failure for the past five years and this year the grasshoppers are ruin­ ing what would have been a good crop. A quiet wedding was solemnized at Port Huron when Miss Ella Dora Sherritt daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Sherritt, of Hensall', was united in marriage to Dr. David Burley, of Almont. The bride was charmingly gowned in a dress of Eleanor blue rough crepe trimmed’ with grey suede lace and accessor­ ies to match. Dr. and Mrs. Burley will reside in Almont where the doctoi* has a fine practise. The Masons of No. 224 Zurich Lodge, Hensall attended the evening service of the Carmel Pres­ byterian church on Sunday. Rev. W. A. Young delivered excellent dis­ courses at both services and a male quartette by Messrs. R. Y. McLaren, W. A. Young, Jas. Bengough and W. A. McLaren was given in the even­ ing. At the United church Rev. A. Sinclair occupied, the pulpit and sev­ eral fine anthems were given by the choir. At St. Paul’s Anglican church Rev. M. B. Parker preached very inspiring sermons and the choir very ably led in the service of song. The annual Strawberry Festival of the United Church was held Wed­ nesday evening of last week with an excellent attendance. The serving was done by the men of the congre­ gation who did their part extra well. After the supper the following pro­ gram was given on the church grounds, selection Hyde orchestra; solo, Dr. Smillie; violin solo, Miss Greta Lammie; selection MeSsrs. F. Hess and John Zuefle; mixed quar­ tette, Mrs. M< Drysdale, Mrs, Geo. Hess, Messrs. W. O. Goodwin and S. Rennie; solo, Thos. Sherritt; selec­ tion Hyde orchestra; duet G. Lam­ mie and Dr. Smillie; solo S. Rennie selection Fred Hess and John Zuefle duet Mrs. Hess and Dr. Smillie. The Strawberry Festival this year proved a most successful one the proceeds See the New McCormick-Deerlng No. 7 Mower will gears alj enclosed in a bath of oil. Quiet, durable, durable, simple and light running. International Harvester Co,, Ltd. Exeter, Ont. Mrs, Hannah Workman is visiting this week with friends in Blyth, Miss Alen Dougal), of Windsor, spent a few days at her home here. Picnics to the lake shore and summer resorts are now the order of the day. Miss Mae McNaugruon, of Toron­ to, visited last week at her home here. Mr.’ Jas. Morrow, of Winnipeg, is visiting friends and relatives in the village. Quite a number from here attend* ed the wrestling match at London on Monday evening. The hay harvest is in full swing in this district and a good crop 1b being harvested. Quite a .number from town took in the Decoration Day services at the Exeter cemetery on Sunday. Mr and Mrs. Earl Palmer, of Windsor, were week-end visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Parlmer. Mrs. S. Merner has returned home after a pleasant visit with friends in Seaforth. / Miss Olive Brock spent the week­ end with Miss Lenora Shoefelt, of Seaforth. Mrs, (Dr.) Sweet and Mrs. (Dr.) Reid, of Exeter, visited friends in town on Monday. Mrs. Jack Corbett Is visiting this week with her sister Mrs. Leslie Adams, of London. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hudson, of Forest, spent the week-end with their friends in town. Mr. and) Mrs. J. Randall, Plattes- ville, visited fast week at the home of Mrs. A. McMartin. Dr. and Mrs. Collyer and family ar'e spending 2 weeks’ vacation at their cottage in Bayfield. Mr. Wm. Consitt attended a meet­ ing of the Hay Fire Insurance Co. at Crediton on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. T. Mickle, of Ridgetown, are visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Laird Mickle. Mrs. John Poe has returned home after several months’ visit with her children at Preston and Galt. Quite a number from here attend­ ed the big Progressive picnic at Bay- field on Saturday last. Mrs. McKaig has returned home after nursing Mrs. Gordon Love of the Parr line for several months. Mr. Ben Allen, of Al'berta and Mr. Edgar Allen, of Cromarty called on friends in the village on Monday. Mrs. (Rev.) Young and Mrs. Roy McLaren attended a meeting of the Presbyterial at Clinton on Tuesday. Mrs. C. Cook and Mrs. A. W. E. Hemphill are being visited by their nephew Mr. Smythe, of Nelson B. C. Quite a number from here attend­ ed the Forrest—Love picnic at Grand Bend on Wednesday after­ noon. Mr. Milton Ortwein and son Lloyd of London are spending a few days’ visit at the -home of Mr. and Mrs.' J. W. Ortwdin. Mrs. Lorne McNaughton and chil­ dren, of Cromarty, visited on Tues­ day at the home of Mr. W. L. Mc­ Laren. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mellick, of Sarnia, spent the weeK-ena with Mr. and Mrs. S. Merner and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brock. Mr. T. C. Joynt who has been ser­ iously ill during the past few weeks is somewhat improved but still con­ fined to his room. Mr. and Mrs. D. Foss are spend­ ing several weeks with their son-in- law and1 daughter Mr. and Mrs. Ed­ gar Stewart of Toronto. Judge Costello, of Goderich, was in town Tuesday afternoon hearing the appeal of Owen Geiger against the assessment of the house. Miss Helen McNaughton has re­ turned to her home in Gromarty af­ ter a pleasant visit with her grand­ parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. Me Naugh­ ton. Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be observed in the United Church on Sunday morning, July 2. Prepara­ tory service will be held on Thurs­ day evening. A meeting of the directors of the ‘Huron Wind Insurance company was held Monday. A great many claims rising out of the recent storm were considered. A big crowd was in town Saturday night taking in the band concert put on by the Dashwood band. The same band will play here on Friday night of this week. The annual meeting of the South Huron Liberal Association as con­ stituted for Provincial purposes was held here in the Town Hall on Wed­ nesday afternoon. The Public and' Continuation Schools are closing Thursday for the holidays. Quite a number of Contin* uation School students are “trying - examinations in Exeter this week. The Hensail district is suffering severely from the dry weather) No rain has fallen' here since the,-Severe storm two weeks ago. The, grain, root, fruit and garden crops need rain badly, ! (Mrs. Noah Horton, who hds spent the last 4 years in (Saskatchewan has returned home and with her daugh­ ter Mrs. Blad', who accompaied her home, will visit with relatives here amounting to over $80.00. Hensall Boy Rewarded Robert Passmore, son of J. Pass- more, has been notified by the On­ tario Athletic Commission of being awarded one of the summer schol­ arships given for specially meritori­ ous athletic achievement jn second­ ary schools. The award entitles him to three weeks in camp at Lake Couchiching. He won the junior championship in the Hensall district,track meet two years ago and last year tied for intermediate honors. He also ran second in the intermediate half-mile at the Wossa meet in London. ELIMVILLE See the New McCormickrDeering No. 7 Mower will gears all enclosed in a bath of oil. Quiet, compact, durable, simple and light running. International Harvester Co., Ltd. Exeter, Ont. Mr. and Mrs. Enos Herdman, of Toronto, visited relatives in this community over the week-end. Mrs. Chas. Johns spent a few days this week visiting in Bayfield. Miss Lena Heywood, R.N., Strat­ ford, has been holidaying at her home here. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Murch, Lon­ don, visited at the home of the form­ er’s brother Mr. Philip Murch the first of the week. Quite a number from here attend­ ed' the Decoration Day services at Exeter cemetery on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Oke and fam­ ily, of Seaforth, visited1 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Brock on Sun­ day. Mr. and Mrs. Motz, of London, called on the latter’s mother Mrs. Heywood Sr. on Sunday. Mrs. Hey­ wood. is somewhat improved. Mrs. Love, of Exeter, has been waiting on her. Mr. and Mrs. James Routly, Mr, and Mrs. Laurene Mills, of Wood­ ham, Mrs. Matt. Routly and Miss El­ la of Kirkton, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hern, of Zion, were visitors at Mr. and Mrs. W. Routly’s on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs, George Hunter, of Exeter, were callers in this commun­ ity last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Morley, Mr. and Mrs. Gunning, or Whalen, were visitors in the vicinity on Sunday last. Rev. Peters was in St. Marys on Sunday supplying for Rev. Agnew, who preached anniversary services here. Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Francis, of London, spent the week-end with, Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Johns. Mr.( and Mrs. Ephriam Hern and daughters Mr. and Mrs. Earl John­ son and family, of Zion, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Will Johns on Sun­ day. Mr. and Mrs. Cephas Pym, Miss L. Pym, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Pym and daughters spent Sunday with rela­ tives in the neighbownood. Miss Greta Hunter, of London, spent the week-end at her home here. The Hern family reunion was held last Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Johns. Miss Vinetta Routly, of Kirkton, visited at her brother’s the first of the week. Last Sunday our Annual, Sunday School Anniversary services were held morning and evening. Large congregations were present at both services although the day was ex­ tremely warm. The church was beautifully decorated with plants and flowers for the occasion. Rev. Agnew of St. Marys was the minis- te for the day and delivered two ad­ dresses which were practical and in­ spiring, full of timely advice for both young and old. A choir of nearly sixty members of the Sunday S’chool led in .singing in the morning and gave two numbers, “’Tis Chil­ drens’ Day” and ‘‘The Heavenly Stranger.” In t'he evening the church choir led and rendered two anthems ‘Give Ear to my Words, Oh Lord” and “Sun of my Soul”; the male quartette also sang a number “I’ve Found a Friend.’ ,The freewill offering for the day‘was very grat­ ifying. CENTRALIA See the New McCormick-Deering No. 7 Mower will gears all enclosed in a bath of oil. Quiet, compact, durable, simple and light running. International Harvester Co., Ltd. Exeter, Ont. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Baynham, of Winnipeg, are visiting .with the former’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Baynham Sr. ■Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong and Miss Kennedy, of Clinton, visited with Mr. and Mrs. D. Maltby on Sunday. Miss Lillian Elliott, of Detroit, visited with her father, Mr. W. R. Elliott last week. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Weaver, of London visited with Mr. and Mrs. G. Thompson on Bunday. Mrs, Z. Mcllhargey, of Lucan, is spending a few days with her sister Mrs. C. O’Brien, Mr, Kestle, Of the West, and Mts. Brown, of Dashwood, visited with Mr. J, Brown and Mrs. Armstrong for a couple days this week. Mrs. J. Brock is seriously ill at her home here. |£J THE RED & WHITE store • | 1 lb. McCormick’s Cream Filled Cookies..] Qt kyPvJdilJL i Good Quality Bathing Cap ... . ...........J faiwC EXTRA SPECIAL—RICE KRISPIES .. Falcon Sweet Corn per tin 7c. Tomatoes Large tins 3 for 25c. Peas No. 4 3 tins for 25c. FALCON SWEET MIXED PICKLES, 35 oz. jar .................... each 29c. Fresh Dates Peanut Butter Fancy Blue Rose Rice ”4 lb. for 25c.In bulk 2 lbs. 25c.4 lb. for 25c. AYLMER OR LIBBY’S PORK AND BEANS, large tin....................2 for 19c. Very Large Prunes Rose Brand Baking Powder Choice Quality Pumpkin 2 lb. for 25c.1 lb. tin each 19c.2 lb. tin each 8c. . ... 2 pkgs, for 17c. Pure Lard, pound carton . .. . . . each 10c.Fairsex Toilet Soap .... Huron Toilet Tissue............ . . 9 for 25c.Weston Cheese Crisps . . .. . . per pkg.10c. Aylmer Soups, assorted . . .... 3 for 25c.Aylmer Tomato Catsup .. per bottle 10c. : Fancy Queen Olives, 18 oz.jar . each 19c.Jumbo Salted Peanuts . ..... per lb.15c. Fresh New Cabbage *...........per head 10c.Watermelons ......................... each 65c. : WE HAVE A FULL LINE OF ICE CREAM IN BULK, BRIXS, CAR­ TONS, SHERBICLES, ETC.; ALSO ALL KINDS OF ICE COLD DRINKS. ROLLIE’S GROCERY Phone 102 “Quality always higher than price.” EXETER, ONT. We Deliver On Tuesday afternoon of last week the members of the Women’s Association gathered at the parson­ age and presented Mrs. (Rev.) A. V Robb with a beautiful table lamp prior to their departure for their new charge at Bluevale. Mrs. Arthur Brooks presented the lamp whilq Mrs. Albert Mitchell spoke a few well chosen words on behalf of the Association, expressing their aprecia- tionn for the active part which Mrs. Robb has taken during the past three years. Mrs. Robb expressed her ap­ preciation for t'he gift in her usual capable manner, also for the many kindnesses shown her during her long spell of ill health. Mrs. Robb has made many staunch friends dur­ ing her stay here who extend to both Mr. and Mrs. Robb their best wishes for su'ccess and happiness in their new field of labor. On Friday evening of this week an Induction Service will be held in the church here for the new pastor, Rev. Stewart. Rev. Johnston, of Crediton and Rev. Oliver, of Blyth, will take part in the service. CREDITON See the New McCormick-Deering No. 7 Mower will gears all enclosed in a bath of oil. Quiet, compact, durable, simple and light running. International Harvester Co., Ltd. Exeter, Ont. Distant friends will possibly be interested to know that the Straw­ berry supper served on the United Church lawn on Friday evening last was a decided success. This’supper was served entirely by the men of the congregation and' no matter what his duty, every man excelled himself. The supper was followed by a program of local and outside talent. Following the Strawberry socia1 next Thursday evening on the Evan­ gelical church lawn, Crediton, the choir and their friends will present an excellent program, choice music, humorous play and other interesting numbers. Come for the excellent supper and stay for the program. Mr. and Mrs. John Snell, Rodney, spent a couple of hours at the par­ sonage on Sunday on their honey­ moon trip. „ Decoration Services at Crediton Decoration services were held at the Crediton Evangelical cemetery iSunday afternoon. At the call of the bugle, the friends gathered and the young peopje of the choir led by C. Hoffman opened the service with an appropriate selection, prayer by the pastor; cornet solo by Emmery Fall- rner; address by the pastor. In connection with the address the speaker called the roll of 5'0 names of pioneers, early settlers and prom­ inent citizens of the community whose remains rest in the bosom of the earth on this sacred ground; for example—Frederick Eilber was born 142 years ago, Geo. Wein 13 6 years, Jacob Fahrner 129 years and Chris­ tian Haist 128 years. The names of two soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice ('Smith and Wein) Were al­ so called followed by the bugle for “Last Post.” Song by the Jriends, a few minutes of silence in honor of the Sacred dead and the benediction closed a very interesting service. The cemetery grounds presented a very excellent appearance and most of the graves were decorated with flowers. WOODHAM Miss Margaret Rutherford who has been attending Stratford Noi*- nal School has accepted a position at the Continuation School, Brown­ ville, We wish her every success. We are sorry to know Mrs. Hop­ kins 'continues quite ill, and is un­ der the doctor’s care, The ladies of the W. M. S. met at the parsonage Monday evening June 19th to bid farewell to Mrs. Ruther­ ford. A goodly number of ladies Were present and spent an enjoyable evening. A good program was put on which consisted of commun­ ity singing; a reading by Mrs. Wm. Wynn, which was quite humorous a duett by Mrs. W. Switzer and Mrs. Cecil Camm, a reading by Mrs. Wm, Rodd and Mrs. Wm. Mills read a beautiful poem after which Mrs. Ru­ therford was presented with a lovely brass flowei’ basket and a well- worded address. Mrs. Rutherford responded and thanked the ladies for their kindness with many well- chosen words. The ladies then served lunch and ice cream and cake. Mrs, Rutherford will be greatly missed, being a great worker in the Sunday School and in all the different or­ ganizations. HARPLEY Mr. and Mrs. Newton Hayter and family spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Statton at Grand Bend. Mr. and Mrs. Max Greenley, Deck­ erville, Mich., who are spending their honeymoon in Canada called on his aunt Mrs. Catherine Hodgins on Saturday evening. A number of the Love’s from our district attended the Love picnic held at Grand Bend, on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Eagleson spent Sunday with her mother Mrs. lM. Hayter. Miss Sarah Hodgins spent Sunday evening with Mrs. Will Hodgins of Corbett. WHALEN Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Reycroft, of Toronto, are visiting relatives in this community. Mr. Melville Gunning is confned to his bed suffering from tonsilitis. Miss Ella Sanders, of Exeter, is /isiting hei’ sister Mrs. Mervin John­ son. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Baillie, of Tor­ onto, are holidaying at Mrs. Baillie’s home for a short time. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Morley and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gunning were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. G. Miners, Elimville. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Gunning spent Sunday evening at Greenway with Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher Switzer, of Calgary, were guests of Mr. and Mrs, Roy Switzer last week. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Foster visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. Hey­ wood, Elimville. DASHWOOD Dr. H. H. Cowen, L.D.S., D.D.S. DENTAL SURGEON • At office in Hartleib Block, Dash­ wood, first three days of week and at office over the Post Office, in Zurich, last three days of week. Miss Ida Goetz, of Chicago, spent the past week with her mother Mrs. J. K. Goetz. Mrs. W, Schultz and daughter, Ona, of Detroit, are visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. L. Rader. Dashwood School Picnic will be held at Grand Bend on Thursday, June 29th, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Rountree, oi New Market, Mr. and Mrs. J. Dun­ can, of Toronto, and Mr. Russel Rountree, of Woodbridge, were Week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. T, Hopcroft. Mrs. E. Noll and Mrs. Gathke, of Milverton are spending a week with relatives.Mr. Czar Steinhagen, of Tavis­ tock, is spending his vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Stein­ hagen. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Guenther, of Windsor, were Sunday visitors with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Guenther. Rev. and Mrs. Sauer are spending a few days in Wingham, also at­ tending the Carrick camp meeting. Mr. Jack Rasche, of Detroit, spent the week-end at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Turner. Mr. Ira Tieman, of Hamilton, ana Miss G. Cornell, of Waterloo, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. E. Tie­ man.Mr. and Mrs. Irv?n Mclsaac and family, of Windsor, and Misses M. and Jean Mclsaac, of Detroit, are spending their holidays at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. Mclsaac. Mrs. J. W. Reid, of’Varna, visited with Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Reid on SundayMrs. Humble, of .Sarnia, is visit­ing her mother, Mrs. Finkbeiner. Mrs. E. Weido, oi Zurich, visited with Mrs. Oesch on Monday. Mt. and Mrs. Wm. Nadiger and Zeta are spending a few days in Ex­ eter. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Smith, of De­troit were visitors with' Mr. and Mrs. Louis Rader, on Friday Mr. and Mrs. Louis Neeb and son. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Neeb, of Free­ port, Mich., are visiting the for­ mer’s sister, Mrs. Henry Rader. It is 44 years since Mr. Neeb left this community, therefore he sees many changs in that time. U.F.Y.P.O. Beach party The Dashwood branch of the U.F. Y.P.O. held a jolly beach party at Turnbull’s Grove Friday evening. An enjoyable time was spent in play­ ing games after which all toasted weiners around a bon-fire. Ice cream was also served. Miss'Ella Martinson was convenor of the committee in charge of arrange­ ments. Death of Mr. Fred Weiberg Fred Weiberg passed away on Monday at his home on the Lake Road at the age of 77 years, S months and 24 days. He is survived by his widow (nee Elizabeth Rupp,) one daughter, Mrs. Jacob Fischer (Mary) and three sons, Henry at home; Fred1 on the Lake Road and Charles of the 14th concession and 11 grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the home and at the Lutheran church with Rev. T. Luft officiating with interment in the Bronson Line cemetery. Lutheran Strawberry Festival The annual Strawberry Festival of the Dashwoodi Lutheran church was held on Monday evening in the church shed with a large crowd in attendance. Rev. Luft acted as chairman for the program which opened with selections by an or­ chestra composed of Rev. Luft, Mrs. W. .Stade and Louis Kraft with Miss Helen Luft at the piano. Other numbers were a duet by Misses Reta Fassold and Helen Luft, a whistling solo, by Alvin Rader accompanied by Miss Laura Rader; a piano solo by Miss Mildred Luft and a mono­ logue by Esther Martene. The clos­ ing number was a playlet entitled, “Jane’s Legacy” by Mrs. C. Wild- fong, Kathleen Merner, Martha Martene, Milford Merner and Ed. Hamacher. The proceeds of the ev­ ening amounted to $125. and the booth proceeds were $213. The com­ mittee in charge of arrangements was Mrs. T. Kraft, Mrs, T. Reste- meyer and Mrs. F. Schlundt. Evangelical Strawberry Festival The annual Strawberry Festival of the Evangelical church was held last week. Rev. A. W. Sauer oc­ cupied the chair, selections by the Men’s chorus, two numbers by the Junior choir “Legends” by the ladies quartette; solo, “Sells of the Sea” by Harry Hoffman; readings by Miss Verna Birk; saxfophone solo by Howard Kluihp and a cornet and Saxophone duet by Maurice and Ho­ ward Klump. The proceeds amount­ ed to about $75. Miss Ella Mar­tinson’s Sunday School class had charge of the booth. The commit* tee lit charge of arrangements in­ cluded Mrs. R. H. Taylor, Mrs. E. Bender, Mrs. w. Wolfe, Mrs. E. Gaiser and Mrs, O, E> Oestricher.