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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1935-01-31, Page 1ESTABLISHED 1873 EXETER, ONT., THURSDAY MORNING, JANUARY 31st, 1935 ? Men’s & Boys’ Leather Coat Sale Men’s Genuine Horsehide Leather Coats on sale at $10 each Same style in Men’s Black Sheep Leather Coats at... $7.50 Also Windbreakers $6.00 Boys’ at $3.95 to $5.00 I SALE OF MEN'S OVERCOATS We are clearing out the balance of our Men’s Winter Overcoats. The very newest Oxford Grey and Brown Overcoats, while they last at $10.00 to $15.00 cash. Take advantage of these prices and get yourself a new overcoat at these prices. They will never be lower. EXTRA SPECIAL Men’s Lumberman’s H. Rubbers $1.79 Men’s 2 & 3 buckle Overshoes gen­ uine Jersey Cloth 6, 8 1-2, 9, 10, $1.50 Women’s small size, Overshoes $1.00 Men’s Rolled edge Rubber Boots $2.50 EXTRA SPECIAL Men’s Genuine 8 oz. B. O’alls, Snag Proof................... $1.50 pr. Men’s Corduroy Sheep lined coats $6. Men’s Whipcord Breeches $1.95, $2.50 Children’s Rubber Boots at .... $1.39 I NEW WALLPAPERS * The New Wallpapers for Spring have just arrived. Prices are lower than ever. This year all papers from 12 l-2c. a roll up are Sun worthy. We have a wide range of patterns for your selection, both Staunton and Watson-Fosters, practically all ready­ trimmed. Let us show you the beautiful papers we can give you at low cost. BUNDLE LOTS OF WALLPAPER We have a quantity of Wallpapers suitable for Kitchens and Bedrooms which we are selling at $1.00 and $1.50 a bundle. Come in and look them over. Sale of Men’s Fine Shirts We are continuing our sale of Men’s Fine Shirts for the balance of January. The better quality of Arrow Forsythe and Gordon shirts with two separate collars, collars attached on sale at $1.49 each 5 dozen Men’s Broadcloth Shirts, collars attached. Our regular $1.00 value on at 79c each also sale Men’s heavy Flannelette Work Shirts $1.25 values at 98c.; $1.00 values at 85c. Stanfield’s Gold Label Men’s All Wool Undershirts and Drawers on sale this week at $1.29 a garment Superior Chain Store Specials for Thursday, Friday, Saturday ■. ?Hillcrest Shortening, 1 lb. prints 2 for 19c. Golden Net Salmon, 1 lb. tin..................19c. Aylmer Tomatos or Com.........2 tins 19c. Old Dutch Cleanser......................2 tins 19c. Miracle Whip Salad Dressing . per jar 19c. Loose Ready Cut Macaroni .... 4 lbs. 19c. Muffets........................ 2 pkgs. 19c. P. & G. Naptha Soap..................6 bars 19c. Ginger Snap Cookies . ................2 lbs. 19c. Cooking Onions, No. l’s...........10 lb. 19c. Phone 32 Jones & May Phone 32 Royal Purple/ Brooder Stoves Royal Purple Brooder Stoves are without doubt the best brooder stove on the Canadian Market* $15.0052-inch Canopy 500 Chick Size This spring we are giving with each Brooder Stove 100 pounds of Royal Purple Chick Starter which is sufficient to last 100 Chicks through the early critical period until they are four weeks old. To avoid disappointment and delay leave your order early. Buckeye Incubators in all sizes and prices Nicotine Sulphate in bulk at ...................................$1.75 a pint Chick Starter, Calf Meal, Concentrate, Oyster Shell, Grit, . Charcoal, Bone Meal, Beef Scrap, Linseed Meal, C.I-L. Mineral A full line of Poultry Supplies Radio B Batteries............................................. $2.95 and $3.95 No. 6 Dry Cell .............................. 35c. and 50c. TRAQUAIR & LINDENFIELD * 1 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1st Canadian Legion Rooms at 8.30. Admission 2i5c. ODDFELLOW’S EUCHRE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6th I.O.O.F. ROOMS Ladies Please Provide Lunch EXETER COUNCIL Monday, January 28, 1935 I A reguar meeting of the Municipal Council was held with all members present. The minutes of the meeting held January 14, 1935 were read and approved, per motion of Coun­ cillors Rivers and Hern. Circulars were laid on the table. A circular letter was read from the office of the Ontario Temper­ ance Federation, Toronto, with copy of Resolutions re beer and wine amendment. Ordered filed. A circular letter read from Eaton- Claik Company, of Windsor, regard­ ing Canadian made calcium chloride. Ordered filed. A letter was read from Mrs. Ann Collingwood, Hamilton, regarding allowance due the late Mr. Colling­ wood and also referring to the Old Age Pensions. Clerk to make answer. The report of the property Com­ mittee, regarding a room for band piactice, recommended that they be allowed the use of the Town Hall and regarding the town scales, tnat Mr. Jchn Campbell would rent the same for a fee of $7.00. Both recom­ mendations were approved on motion of Councillor Rivers and Morley. Carried, Councillor Roulston, at the request of the Boy Scout committee, asked for the use of the Town Hall for the Boy Scouts. Included in the former motion and agreed to, nights of meeting to be approved by consult­ ing with Mr. Norry, who is in charge of the Hall. The third party as selected to act on the Relief Committee and chosen by the other two members was Mrs. Rod Ellis. Reported by Councillor Rivers cn behalf ..of the committee. Carried. . (The committee13appointed to se­ cure some standing timber, bush re­ ported that several parties had ex­ pressed themselves willing to sell by the cord but so far no purchase by the acre had been made nor made. The Reeve and members council with the auditor met office of the Clerk and made aminations of the Debentures Bonds as held in the name of the Municipality of the Perpetual Care Fund of the cemetery and found all the securities to be a,s listed and correct. Per Councillors Morley and Roul- sten, that the appointments of an as­ sessor and Street Cleaner be deferred until the first meeting in March and all applications will be considerec at that meeting. Carried. Mr. Wm. Waring was re-appointed as night constable at eleven dollars per week until further notice, per motion -of Councillors Hern and Mor­ ley. Carried. Mr. John Norry was re-engaged as village contsable and street commis­ sioner at $2 per day dating from February 1, 193 5 and to be supplied with a uniform, motion of Rivers and Roulston. Carried- The auditors’ salary was fixed at $70, motion of Morley and Roulston. Carried. The clerk's saalry was al­ lowed as in former years. Motion of Councillors Roulston and Rivers. Carried. Mr. John Norry was re-elected weed inspector under the weed con­ trol act of the province. Motion of Councillors Rivers and Hern. Car­ ried. The matter of a municipal crest was discussed. Action deferred. The following accounts were read and ordered paid. Southcott Bros., supplies for Town Hall relief $1.44; B. M. Francis, eggs, $3.00; Tiuckey Transport, transferring chairs, 50c; Wm. Johns, team labor, snow, $10.- 75; Richard Davis, team labor, snow $11.25; Norman McDonald, labor now, relief account, $3.30; Russell Moore, labor, snow, relief account, $4.70; Robert Brooks, labor, snow, relief account, $2.70; Louis Kirk, labor, snow, relief account, 70c; W. Waring, constable fees to Feb. 2, & weeks, $60.00; Emerson Cornish, bell ringing, $8.50; John Norry, part salary, $75.00; Ernest Colling­ wood, fireman at library, $10.00. SIXTY-SECOND YEAR TWENTY BELOW The coldest spell of the season visited this community early Sunday morning when the mercury dropped to twenty degrees below zero. The weather was quite cold both Friday and Saturday. Towards evening on Sunday it began to moderate a little. BEQUESTS FOR MISSIONS In winding up the etate of the late William Kernick the official boards of the Main Street and James Street United Churches were each present­ ed with a cheque for $972.45 on Saturday last the money to be used for home missions in the West. The executor of the estate is Mr. A. Pur- don and the solicitors Messrs. Glad­ man & Stanui-y. NOTICE Due to road conditions and the terms of Insur­ ance policies we wish to inform the public that we will not allow any riders on our trucks. Please be advised and do not ask us to break this rule. TUCKEY TRANSPORT deals of in an the the ex- and DEATH OF-SISTER RE-ELECTED PRESIDENT Miss Mildred Walker, an Exeter Old Girl, now of London, is to be congratulated on her re-election as president of District No. 1 of the Re­ gistered Nurses’ Association of On­ tario at the annual meeting in Chat- Mrs. J, Hunter received word on Wednesday last of the death of her sister Mrs. Angus McQuarrie Elizabeth Dew of Butt, Iowa. McQuarrie is survived by her band, three .sisters, Mrs. WTm. lay cf Victoria B. C.; Mrs. J. strong, Gilmore City, Iowa; Mrs. J. Hunter of town and two brothers George Dew, Cedar Falls, Iowa and . __ ____ ___ ____ John Dew, Morrison, Iowa. The bur-’there was a fair crowd present on (nee u.to LI.. ' Mrs. j imn on Saturday last. Mur-' Arm-)PAST GRAND MASTER ial of Mrs. McQuarrie took place at Garner, Iowa. WALKER—SHAPTON A quiet wedding took1 place on Fri­ day afternoon at the home of the bride when Mary Ella, daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Shapton was united in marriage to William George Walker, of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, son of Mrs. William Walker, of town. Rev. Mr. Stainton performed the ceremony. The bride .wore a dress of blue crepe with sleeves and trimmings of biege lace. ‘The newly-married couple .left on the afternoon train tor Hamilton and other points east; the bride wearing a navy dress and navy coat with grey wolf' collar and matching acces­ sories. DIED Mr. Exeter James January 10th the result of1 an acci­ dent. Mr. Walter had just stepped off a safety zone when he was struck by an auto and suffered a broken shoulder and other injuries which resulted in his death. The deceas­ ed, who was in his early fifties, spent his early life in Exeter and for many years has been a resident of Detroit. He is survived by his only sister, Mrs. A. R. Graham, of Winnipeg, who was present at the funeral which took, place on January 15bh. Mrs. Graham, together with Mrs. H. C. Wood, of Hamilton, spent the week-end with the latter’s brother, Mr. H. S. Walter, of town. ADDRESSES ORANGEMEN In spite -of the inclement weather Wednesday evening last to hear L- H. Saunders, Past Grand Master for Ontario West for the Orange Order. Ed. Faulder, County Master for S. Huron and the Past Master Herman Powe were present ana spoke brief­ ly. Mr. Saunders was very firm in the stand that no further concessions 'be granted to Separate Schools in the province. After the speeches re­ freshments were served and a social hour enjoyed. FROM ACCIDENT A Frank Walter, of Detroit, Old Boy, son at the 10e Walter, died in that city ;on Y. P. ANNIVERSARY Rev. Manson Doyle, secretary of Young People’s work, Toronto, was the special speaker at the anniver- , sary of the Young People’s Associa- ton of the James Steet United church on Sunday. A young people’s choir under the direction of Mr. Goulding led the service in song. Mr. Jos. Creech, president of the Y. P. 'S. pre­ sided over the services both morn- ling1 and evening. The young men of 1 the association acted as ushers. Mr. Doyle, who has travelled to coast in the interests people’s work, delivered forceful addresses. He the joy of Christian service and the satisfaction gained in trying tomiake cur lives count tor something. Mr. Doyle addressed the Sunday School in the afternoon and at the close of the evening service he conducted a forum on the work io'f the young people. Members were present from Main Street and Elimvilile societies. Many helpful suggestions were given on the planning and carrying out of successful young people’s meetings. Rev. Mr. Elliott was present and sang a solo. At the evening a duet was sung by Misses Stone and Hazel Elliot. from coast of young two very emphasized The Times-Advocate is giving away $25.00 in prizes to subscribers who pay4 for the paper before the 16th of February. First prize $5.10,0; Five $2,0'0 prizes and ten $1.00 prizes. 1 A humorous play entitled "Here Comes Charlie” will be presented by the Y. P. S. of Cromarty in Elimville Chtii’ch on Friday evening, February 1st tot 8 o’clock. Admission ie 25c. and 15c. M'cNall, Hern- Grain Sher- HURON CO. COMMITTEES The following are the standing committees of Huron County Coun­ cil: Executive committee—G. J. Bryans, R. J. Bowman, D. ingway, T. Lovell. Legislative—P. W: Scott, R. G. Westcott, ,H. Mogridge, S. wood. Finance—M. Matheson, M. ley, F. Davidson, C. Mawhinney, J. Bryans. Education—W. Archibald, Thos. Pryde, H. Mogridge, H. Keys, W. J. Jones. Property—G. H. Elliott, A. ktelick W. Crosier, W. Archibald, G. Mc- Nall, House of Refuge—R. J. Bowman, M. Hanley, J. Moser, F. Davids-on, C. Mawhinney. 'Children’s Shelter—R, Turner, J. Jones, W. Sweitzer. Agricultural—iO. Hemingway, W. Scott, W. Stewart, H. Keys, Keagan. Good Roads—W. Haack'S, Cardiff, ..T. M. • Eckert. 'Warden’s committee—G. IL Jiott, R. Turner, J. Moser, R. Grain, T. Pfydd. Han- w. P. G. S. S. BANQUET 'The Sunday School Board of Man­ agement of James St. United Church together with the young people who presented "Civil Service” their hus­ bands and wives as the case may ,be> held a supper meeting at the church Monday evening. About sixty per­ sons sat down to a very sumptuous repast. .Mr. W- R. Goulding led the gathering in a hearty sing song. Mrs. Rufus Kestle gave on interesting reading. The superintendent of the school, Mr. J? H. Jones, who presid­ ed over the gathering expressed the appreciation of the school for the as­ sistance rendered by the dramatic club. This was ably seconded by Mr. C. V. Pickard. Mr. Silas Reed, on be­ half of the cast, thanked the school for the splendid banquet. The reso­ lution was supported by Mr, Wm. Davis. Mr. S. B. Taylor and J. M. Southcott paid a compliment to the directors of the play for their faith­ ful and untiring efforts. ‘The play was presented on fifteen different occasions. Following this those who wished were, permitted to retire and for the next hour an interesting discussion took place on Sunday School work and making plans for the future. T.E. El- service Gladys AUTO ACCIDENT CAUSES DEATH OF CREDITON GIRL Citizens of Credit-on and commun­ ity were shocked when they learned of the sudden death of Esther Eit­ her, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Eilber, of Crediton,'” caused by an auto accident near Detroit Thurs­ day afternoon, January 24th. According to information receiv­ ed Miss Esther was killed instantly at Burger, 9-mile road near Detroit. The -car in which she was riding, driven by Mr. Jasper was making a right turn when another car driven by Deputy-Sheriff Wilson, of Oak­ land County, collided with the car. Death was due to a fractured skull. Wilson died since the accident while Mr. Jasper had several ribs broken and other bodily injuries, both cars were badly wrecked. Miss Eilber went to Buchannon, Mich., in 1924 where she attended ’jligh School from which she gradu- l in 1926. After graduation she ’went in training at Grace Hospital, Detroit, graduating in 1929, follow­ ing thait profession in the city of De­ troit until her sudden death. As a nurse she was very pi-oficient and. tskilled. Hei’ services were appre­ ciated by those to whom she so pa­ tiently ministered. A private funeral service was held on Sunday afternoon in her parental home at which Rev. A. E. Pletch, pastor1 of the Evangelical Church of­ ficiated. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hoff­ man sang "‘Sometime Well Under­ stand” and "Abide with Me” accom­ panied by Miss Addie Gaiser. Inter­ ment in Crediton cemetery. 'The pall­ bearers were. F. W. Morlock, Lome Voigt, Howard Beavers, Rodney Bowman, Gerald Zwicker and Ken­ neth Dillow. A large number of rela­ tives were present. Among those from a distance were Rev. and Mrs. Otto Braun and Mr. and Mrs, Nor­ man Ricker, of Owendale, Mich.; H. Braun, of Detroit; Catherine Garvy, ■and Mr. Oak and sympathy of the entire community -is extended to the bereaved. yited There was open air skating at the rink Saturday evening for the first time this season. ‘The debris, fol­ lowing the cave-in of the roof early in the .season, has all been removed. The ice is in good condition. COMING TO RE-UNION It is surprising how many •Are coming in to the Re-union Com­ mittee from the Old Boys and Old Girls of Exeter and community. De­ light is expressed in every letter that thexfolks back home have organized a great family meet for next July and the intervening months will be fill­ ed with the joy and anticipation for both “fly aways” and "stay at homes.”. Will Bawden writes from Parkhill wishing the best of success and giving the addresses, of his brother D. W. and .his sisters. Mrs. Caroline Hoskin of Woodstock has the right idea. She is writing the parties direct "to make it strong that they come and swell the num­ ber,” Alma Willis, of Kitchener, •"will surely try to be there” and has forwarded a number of addresses. Mr. and Mrs. John Thompson, Carn- duff, Sask., are planning to and will prairies. Kingston Holland, formerly they ore She has many chums and friends in Exeter. Mrs. Samuel Webber, for­ merly Jennie Eacrett, of Houston, Texas, is delighted to get the an­ nouncement. Rev. James Foote, Mrs. Foote and Elizabeth, of Carleton Place, have the dates in red circles already and Dr. M. G. Grahafri, re­ plies from distant Formosa that even the cherry blossoms of Japan won’t hold him. "We will certainly be in Exeter between July 27th and 31st.” The Dr. is taking no chances for he will arrive in May and Mrs. Gra­ ham and the boys are in Ontario al­ ready. letters attend news ’Over -the» Lockhart, of be up. From Tom Penrice, Bella Davis, writes that coming if at all possible. spread the Mrs. T. J. expects to Man., Mrs. Elizabeth Bissonette, of Detroit; and Mrs. Andre jamte, of Royal , Mich.; Helen Mclsaac, London Mrs. Edighoffer, Zurich. The The Times-Advocate have on hand a number of copies cl the Natural Products Marketing Act and anyone interested may secure a copy of the same. The committee who had charge of the last meeting in the in­ terests of the farmers are arranging to secure another speaker to discuss the Marketing Act in the near fu­ ture.